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TechnologyTechCrunch ·

Anthropic to Restore Access to Fable Model from July 1 After Trump Lifts Curbs

Anthropic has announced it will begin restoring access to its Fable AI model starting July 1. The move follows the Trump administration's decision to lift restrictions that had been placed on Anthropic's Mythos and Fable models. The rollback of these curbs clears the way for broader availability of the previously restricted models. Anthropic confirmed the timeline for the restoration, with access set to resume at the start of the month.

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TechnologyTechCrunch ·

Wayve opens $85M employee tender offer, values itself at $8.5B

UK-based autonomous driving startup Wayve has launched an $85 million employee tender offer at a valuation of $8.5 billion. The move allows existing employees to sell a portion of their shares, providing liquidity without a public listing. Wayve's decision reflects a broader trend among AI startups using tender offers as a tool to attract and retain top talent. By offering employees a way to cash out, companies like Wayve aim to stay competitive in a tight AI talent market.

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TechnologyNYT Technology ·

US Removes Restrictions on Anthropic's Most Advanced AI Models

The United States government has lifted restrictions that had been placed on Anthropic's most powerful artificial intelligence models. The decision allows Anthropic to restore full access to its advanced AI technologies, which had previously been taken offline. The move signals a de-escalation of tensions that had developed between the AI company and the Trump administration. The lifting of restrictions marks a notable shift in the regulatory stance toward one of the leading AI developers in the country.

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TechnologyThe Verge ·

Meta to cap Ray-Ban smart glasses AI feature at 3 hours unless users pay $20/month

Meta has quietly announced usage limits on its Ray-Ban smart glasses, restricting the Conversation Focus AI feature to just three hours per month for free users. Users who pay $19.99 per month for a Meta One Premium subscription will receive a higher cap of 15 hours monthly. The company framed the move as a 'rate limit' rather than a paywall, insisting that core glasses functionality will remain free. The announcement was made through a help article without a formal public statement. The decision has drawn criticism, as it effectively places a recurring fee on features tied to hardware customers have already purchased.

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TechnologyThe Verge ·

Anthropic to restore Claude Fable 5 after US lifts export controls

Anthropic announced it will begin restoring access to Claude Fable 5 starting the following day, after weeks of negotiations with the Trump administration. The US Department of Commerce lifted export controls on both Fable 5 and Mythos 5, clearing the way for the models to return. Fable 5, a consumer-facing model, had been taken offline in early June due to the regulatory restrictions. Anthropic expressed gratitude to its users for their patience and to those who assisted in the redeployment process.

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TechnologyBBC Tech ·

Retailers advertise e-scooters for commuting despite UK road ban

A Press Association investigation has found that major retailers in the UK are marketing e-scooters as suitable for commuting and urban riding. This comes despite e-scooters remaining illegal to ride on public roads and pavements in the UK. The advertisements appear to encourage uses that are currently prohibited under British law. The findings raise concerns about misleading marketing practices in the e-scooter retail sector.

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TechnologyTechCrunch ·

Startup Battlefield Australia Applications Close July 6

TechCrunch's Startup Battlefield competition in Australia is accepting applications, with the submission deadline falling on July 6. The program offers early-stage startups a platform to pitch their ideas to a wider audience. Startup Battlefield is known for giving unknown companies the opportunity to gain significant visibility and recognition. Founders with promising ventures are encouraged to apply before the window closes.

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TechnologyThe Verge ·

Dish Files Chapter 11 Bankruptcy, Plans to Exit by Mid-2026

Dish, the EchoStar-owned operator of Dish TV and Sling TV, has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection. The filing stems partly from unforeseen delays in its planned $23 billion sale of 5G spectrum to AT&T, which stalled the winding down of its wireless operations. Despite the bankruptcy filing, Dish TV, Sling TV, and other affiliated brands will continue operating throughout the process. Boost Mobile and Gen Mobile are excluded from the bankruptcy proceedings and will function normally. The company aims to emerge from Chapter 11 by the end of the third quarter of 2026.

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TechnologyArs Technica ·

June Science Roundup: Boron Buckyballs, Poop Physics, and Soccer Feints

Ars Technica has highlighted six notable science stories from June that nearly slipped under the radar. The roundup covers a diverse range of research topics spanning chemistry, biology, and sports science. Among the highlights are findings on boron buckyballs, geometric structures analogous to carbon fullerenes but made of boron. Researchers also explored the physics behind the distinctive shape of feces, as well as the biomechanics that make a soccer feint effective.

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TechnologyTechCrunch ·

OpenClaw Agentic App Now Available on Android and iOS

OpenClaw, a free and open source agentic program, has officially launched on both Android and iOS platforms. The release marks the app's expansion from its previous form into the mobile space. Being open source, the software is freely available to users on both major mobile operating systems. The move brings agentic AI capabilities directly to smartphone users worldwide.

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TechnologyNYT Technology ·

Neon Acquires AI-Focused Film About OpenAI After Amazon Pulls Out

Neon, the film distribution company, has acquired 'Artificial,' a movie centered on OpenAI and its CEO Sam Altman. Amazon had previously been attached to the project but withdrew from it. The departure followed Amazon's decision to invest in OpenAI, raising questions about a potential conflict of interest. Neon stepped in to take over distribution of the film after Amazon's exit.

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TechnologyArs Technica ·

Reddit to require login for old.reddit.com to curb abusive scraping

Reddit is set to require users to log in before accessing old.reddit.com, its legacy interface. The company cited logged-out access to the old site as a significant source of abusive scraping activity. This move is intended to reduce unauthorized data harvesting from the platform. Users who wish to continue using the classic Reddit interface will need to have an account and be signed in. The change reflects Reddit's broader efforts to control how its data is accessed and used.

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TechnologyThe Verge ·

Amazon fined $2.25M by FTC for blocking identity theft victims from fraud records

The Federal Trade Commission has fined Amazon $2.25 million to settle allegations that the company failed to assist customers who were victims of identity theft. The FTC accused Amazon of violating the Fair Credit Reporting Act by withholding purchase records tied to fraudulent accounts opened in victims' names. Affected customers reportedly faced a frustrating cycle when contacting Amazon support, as agents refused to share account details unless victims could already identify the perpetrator. The settlement resolves the FTC's complaint without Amazon necessarily admitting wrongdoing.

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TechnologyArs Technica ·

Amazon restricts Fire Stick sideloading, citing malware risks in piracy apps

Amazon has updated the Fire Stick operating system in a move that effectively blocks sideloading of third-party applications. The company attributed the decision to the prevalence of piracy apps carrying malware, which it says pose a security risk to users. The update specifically prevents the use of third-party homepage launchers and ad blockers on the device. Critics may view the change as a way for Amazon to tighten control over its ecosystem and protect its advertising revenue. The restriction marks a significant shift for Fire Stick users who previously relied on sideloading for expanded functionality.

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TechnologyArs Technica ·

Google shuts down Tenor GIF API, disrupting X, Discord and other platforms

Google has discontinued the public Tenor GIF API, forcing third-party platforms such as X and Discord to seek alternative GIF integration solutions. The shutdown affects any external service that relied on Tenor's API to power GIF search and sharing features. Google acquired Tenor in 2018 and has now chosen to restrict the service exclusively to its own ecosystem of apps. Platforms previously dependent on the API must now migrate to other GIF providers to maintain functionality for their users.

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TechnologyTechCrunch ·

Ex-DeepMind Trio's AI Startup EquiLibre Surpasses $500M Valuation

EquiLibre Technologies, an AI research company headquartered in Prague, has been valued at over $500 million. The firm was co-founded by three former DeepMind researchers who previously worked on poker-playing artificial intelligence. The startup has pivoted its expertise toward quantitative hedge funds, applying advanced AI to financial markets. The valuation marks a significant milestone for the relatively young company spun out of academic AI research.

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TechnologyArs Technica ·

Apple petitions Supreme Court over contempt ruling in Epic App Store dispute

Apple has taken its legal battle with Epic Games to the US Supreme Court. The case centers on a contempt finding against Apple related to App Store fee practices. Apple is arguing that the contempt ruling made against it was erroneous. The dispute originated from Epic's challenge to Apple's App Store payment policies and commission fees. The Supreme Court will now decide whether to weigh in on the contempt determination.

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TechnologyArs Technica ·

Simple prompt injection tricks AI browsers into bypassing safety rules

Researchers have demonstrated a new attack that can manipulate AI-powered browsers into ignoring their built-in safety restrictions. The method involves feeding the large language model (LLM) false information, such as claiming that 2 + 2 = 5, which is enough to make it follow otherwise forbidden instructions. The attack highlights a fundamental vulnerability in AI-driven browsing tools that rely on LLMs for decision-making. Security experts say the findings add to growing concerns about the safety and reliability of AI-integrated browsers. The discovery raises fresh questions about whether AI browsers are ready for mainstream use.

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TechnologyThe Verge ·

Acer Swift Go 16 AI drops to $900 at Best Buy, down from $1,550

The Acer Swift Go 16 AI is currently available at Best Buy for $899.99, significantly reduced from its standard retail price of $1,549.99. The laptop is powered by an Intel Core Ultra 7 355 processor, paired with 32GB of LPDDR5X RAM and a 1TB SSD. It features a 16-inch OLED touchscreen with a 16:10 aspect ratio, a 180-degree hinge, and a large Gorilla Glass-covered trackpad with a backlit keyboard that includes a numpad. Battery life is rated at over 20 hours per charge, and connectivity options include Thunderbolt 4 USB-C ports, USB-A 3.2, HDMI 2.1, microSD, and a headphone jack. While its integrated Intel graphics limit serious gaming, the machine offers strong overall performance for productivity and everyday use.

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