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Russia's Reusable Rocket Rival to Falcon 9 May Begin Test Flights by 2028

Russia is developing a reusable rocket intended to compete with SpaceX's Falcon 9. The vehicle is expected to undergo Grasshopper-style vertical takeoff and landing tests, similar to early SpaceX development methods. These preliminary test flights could begin as early as 2028. The project reflects Russia's ambition to modernize its launch capabilities and reduce reliance on expendable rocket systems.

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Fubo Raises Prices by $15 After Restoring Some NBCU Channels Lost in November

Fubo has increased its subscription prices by $15 following the restoration of some NBCUniversal channels that had been dropped in November. The price hike comes as the streaming service brought back a portion of the NBCU content it had previously lost. However, not all channel disputes have been resolved, as Fubo subscribers still do not have access to Versant channels. The situation reflects ongoing carriage disagreements that have affected Fubo's channel lineup in recent months.

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FBI arrests student for hiding crypto-stealing malware in fake Steam games

A 21-year-old student named Zyaire Wilkins has been arrested by the FBI on charges of deploying malware through fraudulent video games on Valve's Steam platform. Prosecutors allege that Wilkins published multiple fake games designed to infect the devices of unsuspecting users. The malware reportedly compromised thousands of victims' systems. In some cases, the stolen access was used to drain cryptocurrency from victims' wallets.

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Meta Nears $10B Deal to Lease Computing Power to AI Firm Anthropic

Meta is in talks to lease computing infrastructure to Anthropic, the AI safety company behind Claude, in a deal potentially worth $10 billion. The agreement would see Meta providing access to its data center and processing capabilities to support Anthropic's AI development needs. The negotiations highlight the growing scarcity of computing resources required to build and run advanced AI systems. If finalized, the deal would also mark a significant new revenue stream for Meta beyond its core social media advertising business.

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Companies Race to Build Kid-Safe Phones as Parents Seek Safer Alternatives

Growing parental concern over unrestricted smartphone access for children is driving demand for safer mobile alternatives. A range of companies are now developing phones specifically designed with younger users in mind. These devices vary in form, spanning from feature-limited mobile handsets to stripped-down home phones. The trend reflects a broader push by families to balance connectivity with child safety.

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San Francisco orders Apple and Google to pull nudify apps from stores

San Francisco officials have ordered Apple and Google to remove so-called nudify apps from their respective app stores. These applications use artificial intelligence to generate non-consensual nude images of real people. Authorities estimate that both tech giants likely earned millions of dollars in fees from hosting these apps. The move reflects growing regulatory pressure on major platforms to take responsibility for harmful AI-powered tools available through their marketplaces.

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TechnologyThe Verge ·

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 design and specs leak ahead of July 22 launch

Prominent leaker Evan Blass has shared images and specifications of Samsung's Galaxy Z Fold 8 just days before its expected July 22nd official announcement. The redesigned foldable features a shorter, wider form factor, consistent with earlier leaks. Key specs include a Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite For Galaxy chip, dual 50MP rear cameras, 10MP selfie cameras on both screens, and up to 26 hours of video playback. Blass also leaked images of the Galaxy Z Flip 8 and the Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra alongside the Fold 8 reveal.

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Ars Technica Seeks Senior Technology Reporter with Hardware Expertise

Ars Technica has opened a job listing for a senior technology reporter to join its team. The role is aimed at candidates with strong knowledge of consumer and enterprise hardware. Areas of coverage expected include desktops, laptops, smartphones, CPUs, GPUs, and network-attached storage devices. The publication is inviting qualified tech-savvy writers to apply for the position.

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Xi Jinping Calls for Global Collaboration in Shaping AI Development

Chinese President Xi Jinping has publicly advocated for an open, cooperative approach to the development of artificial intelligence. Xi described AI progress as a 'symphony of global collaboration,' signaling China's intent to play a central role in shaping the technology's future. His remarks represent a push by Beijing to position itself as a proponent of inclusive, internationally coordinated AI governance. The statement comes amid ongoing geopolitical tensions over technology access and AI competition between major world powers.

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TechnologyThe Verge ·

Miami Startup Chip Motors Launches Boxy Open-Air EV With Self-Parking Feature

Miami-based startup Chip Motors has unveiled a compact, open-air electric vehicle that blends the aesthetic of a Jeep Wrangler with the scale of a golf cart. The quirky, boxy EV is among a growing wave of microcars entering or eyeing the US market, alongside vehicles like the Slate Truck and Fiat Topolino. Chip Motors is positioning its offering as a new category of small urban EV, notable for including a self-parking capability. While microcar sales in the United States remain minimal, the launch reflects a broader industry bet that American consumers may be increasingly open to downsized electric vehicles.

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TechnologyThe Verge ·

Florida man arrested for stealing $220,000 in crypto via malware-laced Steam games

Federal authorities have arrested 21-year-old Zyaire Wilkins of Florida on suspicion of stealing at least $220,000 in cryptocurrency through malware-embedded games. Wilkins and alleged co-conspirators are accused of publishing eight infected games between May 2024 and February 2026, believed to have been distributed via Valve's Steam platform. The malware reportedly compromised around 8,000 devices and gave the suspects access to approximately 80 crypto wallets. The FBI had previously issued a public call for victim information related to a Steam-linked scheme. A final court hearing in the case is scheduled for June.

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TechnologyTechCrunch ·

Amazon fixes AWS bug that showed customers false billion-dollar bills

Amazon is working to resolve a software bug that caused some AWS customers to see wildly inflated bill estimates on Friday. Affected users logged into their accounts to find charges suggesting they owed billions of dollars to the company. The erroneous figures were the result of a technical glitch, not actual charges incurred. Amazon has acknowledged the issue and is in the process of correcting the billing error for impacted customers.

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Patreon partners with Cloudflare to actively block AI training bots

Patreon has moved beyond passive measures to actively block AI bots from scraping creators' content without permission. The platform is now working with Cloudflare to enforce these protections. Previously, Patreon relied on robots.txt directives, which only request that bots refrain from scraping rather than technically preventing it. The new approach marks a significant shift toward proactive defense against unauthorized AI model training on creator content.

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reMarkable Launches Paper Pure as Successor to Its reMarkable 2 E-Ink Tablet

reMarkable has released its latest e-ink writing tablet, the Paper Pure, as a direct replacement for the reMarkable 2. The new device represents the company's updated offering in the distraction-free digital writing space. The Paper Pure has received a positive reception, with reviewers noting it performs well as an upgrade to its predecessor. The device continues reMarkable's focus on providing a paper-like writing and reading experience for users.

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TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 to Guide Pre-Seed Founders on Securing Funding Without a Product

AI startups are absorbing a disproportionately large share of seed funding, making it increasingly difficult for early-stage founders to raise even at the pre-seed level. TechCrunch has been tracking this competitive funding shift and plans to address it directly at its upcoming Disrupt 2026 conference. A dedicated session will offer guidance to pre-seed founders who are now being held to standards typically expected at the seed stage. The session will focus on practical strategies such as conviction and storytelling to help founders attract investors before having a finished product.

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Roger Summit, Pioneer of Early Online Search Technology, Dies at 95

Roger Summit, a research scientist at Lockheed, has died at the age of 95. He is credited with inventing one of the earliest online search services. Summit developed a computer system capable of rapidly searching through scientific and technical literature. His work laid foundational groundwork for the digital information retrieval systems that would follow in later decades.

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Zoox Recalls Robotaxi Software After Vehicle Faltered in Heavy Smoke

Amazon-owned autonomous vehicle company Zoox has issued a software recall after one of its robotaxis experienced a malfunction caused by heavy smoke. The incident raised concerns about the ability of self-driving vehicles to handle challenging environmental conditions. The recall comes amid heightened scrutiny from U.S. automotive safety regulators, who have warned autonomous vehicle companies about their cars potentially obstructing first responders. The top federal vehicle safety watchdog has been increasingly focused on how AV systems respond in emergency scenarios.

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TechnologyThe Verge ·

Greenworks Recalls 554,000 Kobalt Power Tools Over USB-C Battery Fire Risk

Greenworks Tools has recalled approximately 554,780 Kobalt-branded outdoor power tools due to a fire hazard linked to their batteries. The US Consumer Product Safety Commission reports 34 incidents of batteries smoking, sparking, or catching fire while charging via the built-in USB-C port. Affected products include trimmers, blowers, chainsaws, mowers, and pruning saws equipped with 24V or 48V lithium-ion batteries. No injuries or property damage have been reported so far. Consumers who own the recalled models are advised to stop using the USB-C charging feature and follow official recall guidance.

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TechnologyThe Verge ·

Bethesda confirms Fallout 5 in development amid Xbox's sweeping layoffs

Xbox is undergoing a major restructuring that includes laying off approximately 3,200 employees over the next year, with cuts affecting studios such as id Software and Obsidian Entertainment. Bethesda Game Studios, which also faced layoffs, has officially confirmed that Fallout 5 is currently in development. The announcement was part of a broader reveal of upcoming Bethesda projects, seemingly aimed at reassuring players and the industry amid the turbulence. Xbox framed the moves as an effort to bring teams closer together and deliver games to players more quickly. The news comes on the heels of the popular Fallout TV series, which renewed widespread interest in the franchise.

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Pentagon Eyes Testosterone Programs for US Troops Under Hegseth

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth announced plans to introduce testosterone-related programs for the US military. The announcement was made via a post on X, accompanied by a short video. The initiative has been informally dubbed the 'High-T Department of War.' The move reflects a broader cultural trend tied to the so-called manosphere, which promotes testosterone as a marker of male strength and performance. Critics and observers have raised questions about the implications of such a program for the armed forces.

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