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TechnologyThe Verge ·

Disney Plus will stream Super Bowl LXI

Next year's Super Bowl is headed to Disney Plus. On Wednesday, Disney announced that viewers will be able to tune in to Super Bowl LXI on its streaming service when the game kicks off on February 14th, 2027. Disney Plus subscribers in the US will see the same Super Bowl broadcast airing on ESPN and ABC simultaneously, featuring coverage from Joe Buck, Troy Aikman, Lisa Salters, and Laura Rutledge. The streamer will also air the Super Bowl in more than 55 international markets, including Latin America, South Africa, and Australia. This year's Super Bowl streamed live on NBC's Peacock, contribut

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TechnologyThe Verge ·

Online vigilantes doxxing wrong women in Cornell rape case lawsuit

A Cornell University student known as Jane Doe is suing seven fraternity members, alleging a 2024 gang rape. Online vigilantes attempting to expose her identity have instead targeted and harassed at least three other women. The actual plaintiff is also receiving a flood of threats on social media, according to her attorney. Her lawyer stated she is not doing well and is under siege from these efforts.

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TechnologyThe Verge ·

Xreal's affordable display glasses receive $50 discount for October Prime Day

Xreal is offering its A01 Plus display glasses at a discounted price of $254 during October Prime Day events, down from their original $299 launch price. The glasses connect via USB-C to mirror screens from compatible devices like laptops and gaming handhelds. While lacking a screen-locking feature found in more expensive models, they allow for customizable outer shells. The glasses require separate prescription lens inserts for nearsighted users to achieve a clear image.

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TechnologyArs Technica ·

Tech industry group estimates Trump's US-made tech push could cost firms $230B

The Consumer Technology Association has analyzed the financial impact of a potential policy requiring 100% US-made tech. The industry trade group estimates this aggressive reshoring push could cost technology companies approximately $230 billion. This analysis responds to former President Donald Trump's proposal for a complete shift to domestic manufacturing. The CTA's figures highlight the significant economic burden such a mandate could place on the industry.

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TechnologyTechCrunch ·

Healthleap Raises $38 Million for Hospital Patient Monitoring AI

Healthcare AI startup Healthleap has secured $38 million in total funding. The funding comprises an $8 million seed round and a $30 million Series A round. The investment was led by firms including Sequoia Capital, First Round Capital, and Hummingbird Ventures. The capital will support the company's AI system designed to identify hospital patients requiring additional medical attention.

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TechnologyTechCrunch ·

Detroit startup Bloom secures $3.6M funding to connect US manufacturers with tech firms

Detroit-based startup Bloom has raised $3.6 million in new funding. The company originally focused on mobility but has broadened its scope to serve the drone and robotics industries. Its platform helps these technology companies find American manufacturers, shippers, and other suppliers. The funding will support its expansion as it aims to become a major US manufacturing marketplace.

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TechnologyTechCrunch ·

Ex-SpaceX engineers raise $100M for autonomous electric freight train venture

A company called Parallel Systems, founded by SpaceX alumni, has secured $100 million in funding. The funds will be used to scale production of its autonomous electric rail vehicles. These specialized vehicles are designed to carry thousands of pounds of freight for distances up to 500 miles. The investment aims to advance the company's goal of rethinking traditional shipping logistics.

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TechnologyTechCrunch ·

iPod inventor Tony Fadell critiques first AI gadgets, sees trust as key for next wave.

Tony Fadell, known as the 'father of the iPod,' has evaluated the first generation of AI hardware. He argues these initial devices failed because they did not address genuine consumer needs. Fadell believes the next wave of AI gadgets must focus on solving real-world problems. Success, according to him, will depend on these new products earning the trust of users.

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TechnologyThe Verge ·

Google, Meta, and Isomorphic Labs invest $300M in Biohub's AI-driven 'virtual cell' project

Google DeepMind, Meta, and Isomorphic Labs are jointly committing $300 million to the nonprofit research organization Biohub. The investment is part of a larger $1.8 billion initiative to create AI datasets for biomedical research. Biohub, founded by Mark Zuckerberg and Priscilla Chan in 2016, aims to develop a 'virtual cell' for advanced disease simulation. This collaboration seeks to enable researchers to digitally model biological processes to prevent and manage diseases.

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TechnologyArs Technica ·

Google's SynthID AI detector goes global, covers content from OpenAI and others

Google has globally launched an updated version of its SynthID tool for detecting AI-generated content. The improved system can now identify synthetic material created by models from Google, OpenAI, and other providers. This rollout follows its initial release last year for watermarking Google's own AI images. The tool is now accessible through a dedicated website, broadening its availability. The expansion aims to increase transparency around AI-generated content across platforms.

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