SShortSingh.
TopTechnologyAI & MLStartupsProgrammingScienceBusinessFinanceCrypto & Web3World

Technology

LatestTopDiscussed
0
TechnologyTechCrunch ·

VW Engineers Charged With Insider Trading Using Rivian Joint Venture Data

Two Volkswagen engineers have been indicted on insider trading charges related to their company's joint venture with Rivian. The indictment, unsealed on Friday, alleges the engineers exploited confidential information they had access to through their professional roles. They are accused of using that non-public information to purchase Rivian stock for personal financial gain. The case highlights ongoing regulatory scrutiny around the misuse of privileged corporate information in high-profile industry partnerships.

0 comments Read more at TechCrunch
0
TechnologyArs Technica ·

Roku hikes streaming stick prices by up to 60% amid RAM shortage

Roku has raised the prices of its streaming sticks by as much as 60 percent, citing a shortage of RAM components. The price increases affect the company's popular line of streaming hardware devices. The move comes despite Roku's CEO having described the component situation as 'great' for business in May. The RAM shortage has been disrupting supply chains across the consumer electronics industry. Roku has not specified when prices might return to previous levels.

0 comments Read more at Ars Technica
0
TechnologyThe Verge ·

Meta bans some Ray-Ban smart glasses footage from its own platforms amid privacy backlash

Meta is facing significant public backlash over its Ray-Ban smart glasses, with critics raising concerns about privacy erosion and increased surveillance. The glasses have been misused by some individuals to secretly film strangers, including women being recorded without consent during unwanted advances. The situation has become severe enough that Meta is reportedly taking the unusual step of banning certain content filmed with the glasses from its own platforms. Business Insider reported this development on Thursday, highlighting the company's struggle to manage harmful use cases tied to its wearable device. The controversy underscores the broader challenge tech companies face when consumer hardware enables covert recording in public spaces.

0 comments Read more at The Verge
0
TechnologyThe Verge ·

Qualcomm to raise chip prices by double digits from September, hitting smartphone market

Qualcomm has notified customers of a double-digit percentage price increase set to take effect for products shipped after September 1st. The chipmaker cited an inability to absorb rising costs from its own suppliers, driven by ongoing component shortages. Qualcomm stated it had already explored alternative sourcing options before deciding to pass costs on to customers. The price hike is expected to have a broad ripple effect across the technology industry, particularly in the smartphone segment, where Qualcomm chips are widely used.

0 comments Read more at The Verge
0
TechnologyArs Technica ·

RFK Jr.-Appointed Committee Greenlights Peptides He Personally Uses

A committee hand-picked by Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has approved the manufacture of peptides that Kennedy himself uses. The decision was made despite the absence of human safety or efficacy data for the substances. The move raises concerns about conflicts of interest, given that the approving body was selected by the same official who personally benefits from the compounds. Critics have noted that the lack of clinical evidence would typically be a significant barrier to such approvals. The development highlights ongoing scrutiny of decision-making processes under Kennedy's leadership.

0 comments Read more at Ars Technica
0
TechnologyThe Verge ·

Midjourney Acquires Astrology App Co-Star in Undisclosed Deal

AI image-generation startup Midjourney has announced the acquisition of popular astrology app Co-Star, as reported by Bloomberg on Thursday. Co-Star is a free app that provides daily horoscopes and compatibility insights by combining human expertise, NASA data, and AI. The financial terms of the deal have not been disclosed, though the transaction reportedly closed in spring. The acquisition marks a significant pivot for Midjourney, which has primarily been known for its AI image-generation technology.

0 comments Read more at The Verge
0
TechnologyThe Verge ·

Xtra Technology halts Muse 2 Pro preorders and refunds deposits days after LA launch

Xtra Technology has abruptly pulled its Muse 2 Pro camera from its website and suspended preorders indefinitely, just days after unveiling the product at a Los Angeles launch event. The company says it will refund all $20 deposits already collected from prospective buyers. Xtra had been marketing the Muse 2 Pro as its take on DJI's newly released dual-lens Osmo Pocket 4 Pro. The firm has not committed to a future launch, stating it has made no final announcement regarding product availability. Xtra previously drew attention for selling a closely resembling version of the popular DJI Osmo Pocket 3 in the US market.

0 comments Read more at The Verge
0
TechnologyThe Verge ·

Nothing confirms layoffs but denies market exit, calls reported figures exaggerated

Nothing cofounder Akis Evangelidis confirmed the company is undergoing a reorganization that includes some layoffs, but disputed the scale reported in recent coverage. He described the changes as a consolidation of operations into regional hubs rather than an exit from any markets. Evangelidis also pushed back on claims of poor Phone 4B sales, stating the device sold over 29,500 units on its first day alone. The company additionally announced plans to launch an AI-native business unit as part of the restructuring. The moves come amid broader pressure on consumer electronics firms from rising component costs.

0 comments Read more at The Verge
0
TechnologyTechCrunch ·

Cognition Acquires AI Chat Startup Poke in Nine-Figure Deal to Enhance Devin

AI coding startup Cognition has acquired Poke, a conversational AI assistant known for its friendly, text-like interaction style, in a deal valued in the low nine figures. The acquisition is aimed at bringing Poke's distinctive conversational approach into Cognition's coding agent, Devin. The move reflects a broader industry shift in which the personality and interaction style of AI tools are increasingly seen as key differentiators. Cognition believes that how an AI communicates with users is just as critical as the underlying model driving it.

0 comments Read more at TechCrunch
0
TechnologyThe Verge ·

Roku raises prices on all streaming devices by up to $50

Roku has increased prices across its entire lineup of streaming hardware, with hikes ranging from $10 to $50 per device. The entry-level Streaming Stick now costs $39.99, up from $29.99, while the flagship Roku Ultra jumped from $99.99 to $149.99. Other affected devices include the Streaming Stick Plus, Streaming Stick 4K, and Roku Streambar SE, all of which saw significant price increases. The price changes were first reported by The Desk. Roku is currently running a sale that temporarily restores some devices to their original prices.

0 comments Read more at The Verge
0
TechnologyArs Technica ·

Judge blocks Trump admin subpoenas seeking NYT reporters' phone records

A federal judge has rejected the Trump administration's demand for phone records belonging to New York Times reporters. The judge presented the government with two options: either the court quashes the subpoenas, or the administration withdraws them voluntarily. The move marks a significant pushback against the administration's efforts to obtain journalists' communications data. The case raises concerns about press freedom and the government's reach into reporters' confidential sources.

0 comments Read more at Ars Technica
0
TechnologyTechCrunch ·

US citizen challenges charges over phone wipe during border search

A U.S. citizen has filed a court motion to dismiss government allegations related to a border device search. Authorities claim the individual provided a 'duress' password that wiped his phone's data during the inspection. The case raises significant questions about constitutional rights and the limits of government authority at U.S. borders. The legal challenge could have broader implications for how device searches are conducted at ports of entry.

0 comments Read more at TechCrunch
0
TechnologyArs Technica ·

EU Restricts Copernicus Satellite Images of Iran War Zone at US Request

The European Union has agreed to a United States request to limit access to satellite imagery of the region affected by the ongoing conflict involving Iran. The restriction applies to images captured by the EU's Copernicus Earth observation satellite program. This marks a new delay in the availability of such imagery to the public and other users. The move comes as the United States has escalated its military involvement in the conflict with Iran.

0 comments Read more at Ars Technica
0
TechnologyThe Verge ·

Blade Runner 2099 with Michelle Yeoh lands on Prime Video on November 25

Amazon has officially announced its live-action Blade Runner series, titled Blade Runner 2099, set to premiere on Prime Video on November 25th. All eight episodes will be released simultaneously on launch day. The show is directed by Silka Luisa, known for her work on Apple TV's Shining Girls, with original Blade Runner director Ridley Scott serving as executive producer. The series stars Michelle Yeoh and Hunter Schafer and is set in a bleak futuristic Los Angeles. A first trailer has been released, showcasing the signature dystopian aesthetic of the Blade Runner universe.

0 comments Read more at The Verge
0
TechnologyTechCrunch ·

Anduril in talks to raise funds at $100B valuation, tripling last year's figure

Defense technology startup Anduril is reportedly in discussions to secure a new round of funding, according to Reuters. The fundraising effort could value the company at approximately $100 billion. This would represent more than three times the valuation Anduril held just a year ago. The rapid increase signals strong investor confidence in the defense tech sector.

0 comments Read more at TechCrunch
0
TechnologyArs Technica ·

AlphaFold AI Used to Redesign Gene-Editing Proteins for Greater Safety

Researchers have leveraged Google's AlphaFold artificial intelligence to improve the safety of gene-editing proteins. The AI was used to identify which parts of these proteins are responsible for off-target errors during gene editing. By pinpointing these problematic regions, scientists were able to redesign the proteins to reduce mistakes. This development could make gene-editing technologies more precise and reliable for medical and scientific applications.

0 comments Read more at Ars Technica
0
TechnologyThe Verge ·

Publishers Weigh Blocking Google as Search Traffic Deal Breaks Down

For years, websites allowed Google to index their content in exchange for a steady stream of search traffic, but that arrangement now appears to be unraveling. Declining referral traffic from Google — a trend dubbed 'Google Zero' — is forcing publishers to reassess their relationship with the search giant. Reddit is reportedly exploring an exit from its AI training data deal with Google, while some publishers are considering blocking Google's web crawlers entirely. The shift raises broader questions about the future of the open web and how content creators can sustain traffic without relying on Google. The topic was discussed in depth on a recent episode of The Vergecast by editors David Pierce and Nilay Patel.

0 comments Read more at The Verge
0
TechnologyTechCrunch ·

AI Tools Are Empowering Teen Founders to Build Companies Earlier Than Ever

Artificial intelligence tools are significantly lowering the barriers to entry for young entrepreneurs, enabling them to launch companies at an earlier age. These technologies have compressed the traditional timelines required to achieve startup success. Younger founders can now build and scale products without prior experience at major technology firms. This shift is producing a new generation of entrepreneurs who are building — and sometimes failing — entirely in the public eye.

0 comments Read more at TechCrunch
0
TechnologyThe Verge ·

Anthropic Launches Claude Opus 5, Approaching Fable 5 Performance in Key Areas

Anthropic released its newest AI model, Claude Opus 5, on Thursday, describing it as approaching the capabilities of Claude Fable 5 across many domains. The company highlighted significant improvements in complex coding tasks as a key strength of the new model. The release comes weeks after Anthropic faced scrutiny from the US government over Fable 5, which had previously been taken offline alongside Mythos 5 before returning with enhanced cyber safeguards. The launch also follows days after a notable OpenAI security incident that had dominated tech industry news cycles.

0 comments Read more at The Verge
← NewerPage 36 of 105Older →