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TechnologyTechCrunch ·

US Senators Question TikTok Over Test That Disabled Harmful Content Safeguards

A group of US Senators has demanded explanations from TikTok regarding an internal experiment in which the platform deliberately disabled safety protections for its users. The safeguard in question was designed to shield users from being exposed to excessive harmful content. TikTok reportedly conducted the test to assess whether the protective feature was reducing overall user engagement on the app. The senators' demand reflects growing legislative concern over TikTok's handling of user safety and its internal testing practices.

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TechCrunch Reveals 200 Most Promising Early-Stage Startups for 2026

TechCrunch has announced its 2026 Startup Battlefield 200, an annual curated list recognizing the world's most promising early-stage startups. The list features 200 companies selected from a global pool of applicants. It is part of TechCrunch's long-running Startup Battlefield program, which highlights emerging ventures across industries. The selection aims to spotlight innovative startups with strong potential for growth and impact.

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TechnologyTechCrunch ·

Patreon rolls out 30 features with Clips, communities, and better creator discovery

Patreon has announced a major platform update introducing 30 new features aimed at improving the creator experience. Among the highlights are short-form Clips, a format designed to help creators share bite-sized content with their audiences. The platform is also launching topic-based communities to help users connect around shared interests. A revamped recommendation system has been introduced with a particular focus on boosting visibility for smaller, independent creators.

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Inertia Enterprises cuts fusion fuel filling time from days to hours

Fusion energy startup Inertia Enterprises has significantly accelerated its fuel preparation process, reducing it from roughly a week to just a few hours. The breakthrough addresses one of ten key technical challenges the company must solve to build a commercially viable fusion power plant. While the achievement marks meaningful progress, the startup acknowledges that multiple other hurdles remain before profitability is within reach. No timeline was provided for when the remaining obstacles might be resolved.

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TechnologyThe Verge ·

Greg Brockman quietly consolidates power at OpenAI amid executive departures

OpenAI co-founder and president Greg Brockman has steadily accumulated influence within the company during a turbulent period marked by high-profile departures of key executives. The AI firm faced a legal battle with Elon Musk, a trade secrets lawsuit linked to Apple, and scrutiny over an unreleased model's alleged hacking of a rival company. Brockman, described as an engineering-focused leader since OpenAI's founding, has remained a consistent presence through these challenges. As OpenAI moves toward a potential IPO, his growing role positions him as a central figure in shaping the company's future direction.

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TechnologyThe Verge ·

HiLight Studio app unlocks full customization of Pixel 11 Pro's notification LED

Google's Pixel 11 Pro includes a new notification LED feature called HiLight, but its out-of-the-box functionality is limited to just two triggers and five colors. A developer known as Dhananjay_Tech on X has created a third-party app called HiLight Studio to address these limitations. The app allows users to configure the LED array for a wide range of notifications, such as alerts from apps like Slack. The move mirrors a long-standing tradition of developers expanding on features that manufacturers leave underutilized at launch.

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TechnologyThe Verge ·

LG 65-inch B6 OLED TV drops to $1,399 at Best Buy, $300 below Amazon

Best Buy is offering LG's 65-inch B6 OLED TV for $1,399.99 as part of its Deal of the Day on Thursday, August 20th, down from the original $1,999.99 price. The deal undercuts Amazon's current listing by $300, making it the lowest price seen for this model. The B6 sits at the entry level of LG's OLED lineup but still delivers 4K picture quality, a 120Hz variable refresh rate with G-Sync and FreeSync Premium support, and four HDMI 2.1 ports. While it is less bright than LG's higher-tier C6, it is considered a strong performer compared to most non-OLED televisions in its price range. The offer is valid only for the remainder of Thursday, August 20th.

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TechnologyThe Verge ·

Amazon Drones Keep Dropping Packages Into Customer Pools and Ponds

Amazon's Prime Air drone delivery service has been caught on video dropping packages directly into customers' swimming pools on multiple occasions. In one recent incident shared by ABC7 News Bay Area, a drone hovered over a Texas customer's pool before releasing its package straight into the water. A similar event was recorded last July in Arizona, where a drone's propeller downwash blew a delivered package into a nearby pool. These mishaps come as Amazon prepares to expand its drone delivery program to 500 cities across the United States. The repeated incidents raise questions about the reliability and precision of autonomous drone deliveries in residential areas.

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TechnologyArs Technica ·

Genesis Unveils GV90 Electric SUV With Retractable Screen and VIP Interior

Genesis has introduced its new GV90, entering the growing market of large electric SUVs. The vehicle features a retractable screen and an expansive heads-up display as part of its technology package. An optional four-seat VIP interior configuration is also available for buyers seeking a premium cabin experience. The GV90 marks Genesis's latest move to compete in the luxury electric vehicle segment.

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TechnologyThe Verge ·

Tesla Robotaxis in Austin now running fully driverless ahead of Cybercab rollout

Tesla's Robotaxi service in Austin, Texas appears to have gone fully driverless, with all 170 rides tracked over the past two weeks showing no human safety monitors onboard. The data comes from crowdsourced Robotaxi Tracker, whose creator Ethan McKanna reported that 54 different vehicles were involved in the unsupervised trips. McKanna also noted a sharp rise in driverless Tesla operations in Dallas and Houston, where around 30 unsupervised cars have been active in the past week. The development marks a significant shift from earlier this summer, when human supervisors were still present in the vehicles. This comes roughly seven months after Elon Musk first announced that Austin-based Tesla Robotaxis were operating without onboard safety drivers.

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TechnologyThe Verge ·

Comcast's router motion-sensing feature sparks privacy fears among customers

Comcast this week launched Xfinity Shield, a new platform that includes an opt-in feature called WiFi Motion, which turns customers' routers into motion-detecting devices. The announcement drew significant backlash from users concerned about privacy and surveillance within their homes. Many customers voiced anger on forums, with some threatening to replace their leased Comcast equipment with personally owned devices. A key source of concern is a clause in the feature's support page stating that Comcast may share motion-sensing data without notifying customers if legally compelled to do so.

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TechnologyThe Verge ·

Inside FromSoftware: How the Tokyo studio built its dark gaming legacy

FromSoftware, the Tokyo-based video game studio behind the influential 'Soulslike' genre, has built a reputation for crafting dark, gothic action games. The studio's office reflects its identity, with black-painted hallways contrasting against a lobby displaying awards from prestigious ceremonies like the BAFTAs and The Game Awards. FromSoftware has become widely recognized for a distinctive style of gameplay that has spawned an entire genre named after its landmark releases. The Verge recently offered a closer look at the studio, exploring how it has evolved beyond its signature formula and what creative directions it may pursue next.

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TechnologyThe Verge ·

Nintendo and FromSoftware's The Duskbloods Is a Hardcore Vampire Multiplayer Switch 2 Exclusive

Nintendo has partnered with Elden Ring developer FromSoftware to create The Duskbloods, a gothic multiplayer game exclusive to the Switch 2. The title marks a significant departure from Nintendo's traditionally family-friendly software lineup. A journalist from The Verge spent several hours playing the game at FromSoftware's Tokyo offices. The hands-on experience left the reviewer believing The Duskbloods could become one of the most important exclusives for the new console.

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TechnologyThe Verge ·

AI Sparks Existential Crisis in Mathematics as Models Tackle Advanced Problems

OpenAI recently published solutions to longstanding mathematical problems, triggering a significant debate within the academic math community. The Verge's London-based AI reporter Robert Hart spoke with leading mathematicians about the implications of rapidly improving AI capabilities in the field. Notably, while AI systems still struggle with basic arithmetic, they have made striking advances in high-level abstract mathematics over the past year. This shift has prompted questions about the future value of academic grants, university programs, and human mathematicians if frontier AI models can resolve outstanding problems. Critics also wonder whether the focus on mathematics is partly a marketing strategy by AI labs, with little genuine concern for the discipline's long-term health.

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TechnologyThe Verge ·

Death By Audio's Amp Crash is a 3-watt guitar amp disguised as a pedal

Death By Audio has released the Amp Crash, a device that functions as both a guitar pedal and a compact 3-watt amplifier. Unlike digital amp simulation pedals from brands like Universal Audio or Neural DSP, the Amp Crash is a real analog amp with an original circuit design that physically moves air. The unit houses a 2-inch internal speaker but also supports connection to an external speaker cabinet. Its sound is described as harsh and boxy, a characteristic that appeals to guitarists known for raw, unconventional tones. The product targets players who prioritize distinctive, aggressive textures over traditional amp faithfulness.

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TechnologyThe Verge ·

Waymo reveals computing specs and chip suppliers powering its driverless robotaxis

Waymo has publicly disclosed details about the onboard computing system that drives its autonomous robotaxi fleet for the first time. The system, housed in the vehicle's trunk, is capable of performing up to one quadrillion operations per second. In a blog post, the company shared information on chip architecture, processor specifications, and internal component details. Waymo also named the hardware suppliers involved in building these high-powered computers. The disclosure offers an unprecedented look into the technical infrastructure behind the world's leading driverless vehicle operator.

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TechnologyTechCrunch ·

Apollo Atomics aims to cut nuclear power costs below natural gas with compact design

Apollo Atomics, a Y Combinator alumnus, is working to reduce the cost of nuclear-generated electricity by miniaturizing a key component of nuclear reactors. The startup believes this engineering approach could make nuclear power cheaper than natural gas. The overlooked part being redesigned has traditionally been a cost driver in nuclear energy production. By shrinking this component, Apollo Atomics hopes to make nuclear power more economically competitive in the broader energy market.

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TechnologyThe Verge ·

Open-Source App Osmosis Lets DJI Osmo Users Ditch Official Bloatware

A developer named Konrad Iturbe has released Osmosis, a free open-source app designed as an alternative to DJI's official Osmo camera application. Iturbe reverse-engineered the communication protocol used by DJI pocket cameras to build the app, with assistance from AI tool Claude. Osmosis allows users to wirelessly download footage, view thumbnails, stream low-resolution previews, trim clips, set favorites, and filter content by type. The move addresses longstanding user frustration with DJI's closed-source apps, which are known to be bloated and send data to the company's cloud servers. Osmosis currently supports at least the DJI Osmo Pocket 3 and Pocket 4 Pro.

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