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TechnologyThe Verge ·

High Schoolers Race 630 Miles Across Texas on Solar Power in 30th Annual Challenge

Dozens of high school teams will compete in a five-day, 630-mile road race from Fort Worth to Fort Stockton, Texas, starting July 19th. The event marks the 30th anniversary of the Solar Car Challenge, an annual competition that draws student teams from across the country. Participants design and build their own solar-powered vehicles using off-the-shelf components and 3D-printed materials. The race winner is determined by the team that logs the most driven miles over the course of the event. Solar energy is the only permitted fuel source for the student-built cars.

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TechnologyNYT Technology ·

Political Campaigns Push to Shape How AI Chatbots Portray Candidates

Political campaigns are increasingly concerned about how AI chatbots respond when voters ask questions about candidates. Chatbots sometimes produce unflattering or incomplete information about political figures, prompting campaigns to take action. Politicians and their teams are now actively trying to influence what these AI systems say about them. This emerging issue adds a new dimension to how campaigns manage their public image in the digital age.

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TechnologyNYT Technology ·

Polymarket and Kalshi Founders Locked in Bitter Rivalry Over Prediction Markets

Shayne Coplan of Polymarket and Tarek Mansour of Kalshi are two young billionaires competing for dominance in the prediction markets industry. The rivalry between the two founders has grown intensely personal, described by those familiar with the situation as 'bad blood.' Both men lead prominent platforms that allow users to bet on the outcomes of real-world events. The feud goes beyond ordinary business competition, reflecting deeper tensions between two of the sector's most powerful figures.

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TechnologyThe Verge ·

Dave Eggers told OpenAI staff ChatGPT is harming education and silencing writers

Author Dave Eggers was invited by OpenAI CEO Sam Altman to speak to approximately 200 company employees last year. Rather than offering career advice, Eggers used the opportunity to criticize the company's flagship AI tool, ChatGPT. He told staff that the technology has had a catastrophic effect on educators and is silencing an entire generation of writers. Eggers, who founded McSweeney's and multiple nonprofits supporting writing and the arts, argued that the harm caused by ChatGPT was real regardless of intent.

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TechnologyTechCrunch ·

Waymo Pauses San Francisco Robotaxi Service During Power Outage

Waymo reportedly suspended its autonomous ride-hailing service in San Francisco amid a power outage affecting the city. The pause highlights the vulnerability of autonomous vehicle operations to infrastructure disruptions. This is not the first time power outages have caused operational issues for Waymo's service. No timeline for full service restoration was immediately available based on the available reporting.

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TechnologyTechCrunch ·

Moonshot AI Releases New Kimi Model, Sparking Debate in AI Community

Chinese AI startup Moonshot AI launched an updated version of its Kimi artificial intelligence model this week. The release has generated significant discussion and concern within the technology sector. Critics have raised ideological questions, with some invoking the phrase 'full AI communism' in response to the development. The launch highlights growing international attention on Chinese AI firms competing in the global AI landscape.

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TechnologyThe Verge ·

Pixel 11a Tipped to Return to Flagship Tensor G6 Chip After 10a Downgrade

A leak from Mystic Leaks suggests Google's upcoming Pixel 11a will feature the flagship-grade Tensor G6 processor. This would mark a return to form after the Pixel 10a disappointed fans by shipping with the older Tensor G4 instead of the current-generation chip. The Tensor G6 is expected to retain the same PowerVR GPU as the G5 but would still offer a notable improvement over the Mali-G715 GPU in the Tensor G4. A key upgrade in the G6 is the switch from Samsung's Exynos modem to a MediaTek M90 modem. No official confirmation has been made by Google regarding the Pixel 11a's specifications.

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TechnologyThe Verge ·

Google open-sources its 3D emoji set on World Emoji Day

Google has announced it is open-sourcing its full set of 3D emoji, making the raw .OBJ files freely available to the public. The announcement was made on World Emoji Day, with Google also sharing insights into its 3D emoji design process. Unlike 2D illustrations, designing 3D emoji required decisions about form and depth, such as whether a smiley face should be a sphere, a mask, or a flat disc. The released files are intended to help developers and creators build immersive experiences, including VR environments.

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TechnologyTechCrunch ·

Honda Prologue Joins List of EVs Discontinued in the U.S. This Year

Honda has announced it will stop selling the Prologue electric vehicle in the United States. The Prologue becomes one of several EV models to exit the American market in the same year. This development reflects a broader trend of automakers pulling certain electric vehicles from the U.S. market. The growing list of discontinued EVs signals ongoing challenges in sustaining diverse EV lineups domestically.

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TechnologyTechCrunch ·

DOJ Clears Federal Employees to Install TikTok on Government Devices

The U.S. Department of Justice has announced that federal employees are now permitted to download TikTok on their government-issued devices. This reverses previous restrictions that had barred the use of the Chinese-owned app on federal work phones. The policy shift marks a notable change in the government's stance toward TikTok on official equipment. No further details were immediately provided regarding the conditions or scope of the new allowance.

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TechnologyNYT Technology ·

World Cup Broadcasts Are Delayed — and Some Viewers See Goals Much Sooner

So-called 'live' World Cup broadcasts are not truly real-time, as all viewers experience some degree of delay. The gap between when a goal is scored and when it appears on screen varies significantly depending on the platform or service being used. Some viewers receive the footage considerably faster than others, creating an uneven experience among audiences. This delay is a result of the technical processes involved in transmitting and streaming broadcast signals. The difference can be significant enough that some fans learn of goals from social media or others before seeing them on their own screens.

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TechnologyThe Verge ·

GoPro Max 2 accessory bundle drops to $369 on Amazon, saving over $200

The GoPro Max 2 accessory bundle is currently discounted to $369 on Amazon and Best Buy, down from its regular price of $569. The bundle includes the 360-degree camera along with roughly $100 worth of extras such as an extension pole, two batteries, a 64GB microSD card, lens caps, and various mounts. The Max 2 itself shoots 360-degree 8K video at 30fps or 180-degree 4K at 60fps, and is waterproof up to 16 feet. It features a six-microphone array with automatic wind noise reduction, Bluetooth mic support, and a 1.82-inch LCD touchscreen. The standalone camera costs $300 but lacks the extra battery, SD card, and extension pole included in the bundle.

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TechnologyTechCrunch ·

600-Mile EV Road Trip Data Shows DC Fast Charging Has Become Faster and Reliable

A recent electric vehicle road trip spanning 600 miles across the U.S. put DC Fast charging infrastructure to the test. The journey provided real-world data on the current state of EV charging reliability and speed. Findings from the trip suggest that DC Fast charging in the United States has improved significantly in recent years. The experience indicated that long-distance EV travel is becoming increasingly practical for drivers.

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TechnologyThe Verge ·

Facial Recognition Smart Locks Offer Hands-Free Home Entry Without the Hassle

Facial recognition smart locks are emerging as a new category of home security devices, allowing doors to unlock automatically as a recognized user approaches. The technology mirrors face-unlock features already common on smartphones, but applies them to residential entry points. Unlike older hands-free methods such as geofencing, facial recognition does not rely on a background app or suffer from the same speed and reliability issues. Newer approaches, including ultrawideband radio, are also being explored as alternatives for seamless, contact-free door access. The shift reflects a broader trend in smart home technology toward reducing everyday friction for users.

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TechnologyThe Verge ·

Sony Bravia 9 II Impresses as a Top-Tier RGB LED TV This Year

Sony has released the Bravia 9 II, its flagship RGB LED television, which has drawn significant attention as one of the most anticipated TV launches in recent years. The set was reviewed by a writer at The Verge, who tested it by watching several films including Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves and Mad Max: Fury Road. The reviewer praised the TV's natural color reproduction and vibrant HDR performance, noting that specular highlights and bright scenes looked particularly striking. Content featuring high-contrast visuals, such as glowing effects and outdoor landscapes, was highlighted as especially impressive on the display.

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TechnologyThe Verge ·

Denshattack! and Star Fox Show Why On-Rails Games Still Deliver

A recent wave of on-rails games has highlighted the enduring appeal of the genre. Nintendo's Star Fox remake faithfully recreated the scripted, action-driven levels of Star Fox 64, proving they hold up nearly two decades later. Meanwhile, indie developer Undercoders released Denshattack!, a fast-paced game set in Japan where players pilot a high-speed train through elaborately choreographed stages. The game goes well beyond a typical train simulator, incorporating flipping, spinning, and grinding mechanics. Both titles suggest that tightly designed, linear on-rails gameplay remains a compelling format for modern audiences.

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TechnologyThe Verge ·

The Verge Installer Issue 136: Top Apps, Gadgets, and Tools Roundup

The Verge has published the 136th edition of its weekly Installer newsletter, which highlights recommended apps, gadgets, and tools for readers. The edition is written by a Verge staff member who shares personal updates alongside curated picks. This week, the author mentions recording a new season of the Version History podcast, whose current season finale releases on Sunday. The author also references recent reads on topics such as data center heists and the creator of Calvin and Hobbes, as well as time spent playing Mario Kart World. Full content is available on The Verge's Installer homepage, where past editions are also archived.

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TechnologyArs Technica ·

US Government Pilots AI Program to Automate Insurance Coverage Decisions

The US government has launched a pilot program that uses artificial intelligence to assist with insurance coverage decisions. The initiative targets the prior authorization process, where insurers determine whether a requested medical treatment or service will be covered. Supporters argue AI could speed up approvals and reduce administrative burden on healthcare providers. However, critics raise concerns that automated systems could make denials faster and less accountable than human reviewers.

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TechnologyThe Verge ·

Amflow PX Carbon Pro e-MTB review: DJI's Avinox motor changes the game

The Amflow PX Carbon Pro is an electric mountain bike powered by the M2S motor from Avinox, a new offshoot of drone maker DJI. The compact and lightweight motor is drawing attention from established players like Bosch and Specialized. A reviewer who previously dismissed e-mountain bikes as 'cheating' changed his opinion after a first ride on the Amflow. Rather than boosting top speed, the motor helps maintain momentum when rider technique falters on steep climbs. The experience prompted a reassessment of electric mountain bikes as a genuinely enjoyable and accessible way to ride trails.

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