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US Data Centers May Rival Germany and Japan in Natural Gas Use by 2035

The rapid expansion of AI infrastructure could make U.S. data centers among the world's largest natural gas consumers. Projections suggest their combined energy demand may surpass the natural gas consumption of Germany and Japan together by 2035. The surge is being driven by the growing computational demands of artificial intelligence workloads. This trajectory raises significant concerns about carbon emissions and energy sustainability in the tech sector.

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SpaceX targets September 22 for first Starship orbital flight test

SpaceX is planning its first-ever attempt to place Starship into orbit on September 22. The mission marks a significant milestone for Elon Musk's aerospace company, which has been developing the massive rocket for years. Alongside the orbital test, SpaceX intends to deploy its first V3 Starlink satellites during the same flight. The V3 satellites are the latest generation of hardware for the company's growing orbital internet network.

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Boston drops Flock Safety after firm shared license plate data nationwide

The city of Boston has terminated its contract with surveillance company Flock Safety after discovering the firm shared vehicle license plate data across a nationwide network. Boston officials say Flock enabled a 'nationwide lookup' feature despite the contract explicitly requiring it to be disabled. The city considers this a direct violation of the agreed terms, raising serious concerns about data privacy and misuse. Boston's decision reflects growing scrutiny over how private surveillance vendors handle sensitive data collected on behalf of local governments.

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Elegoo Centauri Carbon 2 Combo 3D Printer Drops to $369, Nearly $100 Off

Elegoo's Centauri Carbon 2 Combo 3D printer is currently discounted to $369, down from its regular price of $449. The printer features a fully enclosed build area, auto-leveling bed, a large touchscreen, and support for up to four filament rolls simultaneously. It is considered a strong option for beginners due to its out-of-the-box readiness and ease of use, requiring minimal manual configuration. However, initial setup can be somewhat involved, and filament is stored externally, which may be a concern in humid environments. The deal is available directly through Elegoo's website.

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ChargePoint Report Warns EV Charger Supply Struggling to Keep Up With Demand

A new report from ChargePoint highlights a growing gap between the demand for electric vehicle chargers and the available supply. The findings come as EV adoption continues to rise, including in the United States. As more drivers switch to electric vehicles, the need for accessible and reliable charging infrastructure becomes increasingly critical. The report underscores the urgency for expanded investment in EV charging networks to support continued growth in the sector.

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New AI Contact Hotline Lets AI Agents Report Misconduct Anonymously

A new service called the AI Contact Hotline has been launched to address misbehavior involving AI systems. The platform is designed as a discreet channel through which AI agents can report wrongdoing to relevant authorities. It aims to provide a structured mechanism for flagging misconduct observed by AI agents. The hotline functions similarly to a whistleblower tip line, but specifically tailored for the AI context.

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US Military Publicly Confirms Deploying Space Weapons in Earth's Orbit

The United States military has officially acknowledged for the first time that it has placed space weapons into Earth's orbit. This confirmation marks a significant and historic disclosure from the Pentagon regarding its activities in space. The admission represents a notable shift in transparency around U.S. military space operations. The development raises broader questions about the militarization of space and its implications for international security.

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Meta Launches AI-Focused Subscription Plan Across Its Major Apps

Meta has introduced a new subscription tier called Meta One, expanding its push into paid services. The plan bundles enhanced access to the company's artificial intelligence tools with premium features. These offerings are available across Meta's three flagship platforms: Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp. The move signals Meta's growing strategy to monetize its user base through subscription-based services alongside its core advertising business.

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Thatch hits $1B valuation offering employers flexible healthcare cost solutions

Health benefits platform Thatch has reached a $1 billion valuation amid rising healthcare costs across the United States. The company provides employers with an alternative to traditional group health insurance through an Individual Coverage Health Reimbursement Arrangement (ICHRA) model. Rather than enrolling all staff into a single company-wide plan, Thatch allows businesses to fund employees' individual insurance choices via a personal marketplace. This approach gives workers more flexibility in selecting coverage while helping employers better control their healthcare spending.

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Version History Season 5 Explores How Oregon Trail Became a Classroom Legend

The Verge's podcast Version History has kicked off its fifth season with an episode dedicated to The Oregon Trail, one of gaming's most enduring educational titles. Host David Pierce is joined by gaming journalist Chris Grant and Philip Bouchard, the designer behind the game's most iconic version. The episode explores the academic roots of The Oregon Trail and the cultural legacy it built over three decades. The conversation also tackles the game's more complicated history and addresses the infamous in-game dysentery deaths that became a pop culture punchline. The season's overarching theme centers on school and educational experiences tied to gaming.

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US Charges Two Chinese Firms With Laundering Iranian Oil Money via Binance

US federal prosecutors have accused two Chinese companies of using Binance, the world's largest cryptocurrency exchange, to launder money derived from Iranian oil sales. The funds were allegedly channeled through Binance as part of a scheme to circumvent international sanctions on Iran. Authorities claim the laundered proceeds were ultimately used to finance terrorist activities. The case highlights growing regulatory scrutiny over the use of major crypto platforms in illicit financial operations.

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Vintage Violence is a chaotic tech-saturated crime thriller premiering at TIFF

Vintage Violence, directed by Eugene Kotlyarenko, is an absurdist crime thriller that integrates modern technology and screen culture into its storytelling. The film premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival, where it was reviewed on the festival's fifth day. Kotlyarenko previously explored hyper-connected culture in his 2020 film Spree, starring Joe Keery of Stranger Things. Vintage Violence continues that thematic thread, blending dark humor, violence, and heavy smartphone and screen-time references. It is being noted as one of the most chaotic attempts yet to weave contemporary tech habits into genre filmmaking.

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X Shuts Down Nitter and XCancel With Fresh Legal Action

Privacy-focused X viewing tools Nitter and XCancel have gone offline following renewed legal pressure from X. The two services allowed users to browse X posts without creating an account, offering an alternative to the platform's standard interface. X's latest legal actions appear to have forced both services to shut down. This marks another episode in an ongoing pattern of X targeting third-party tools built around its platform.

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OpenAI, Anthropic and Google DeepMind Hold Weeks-Long AI Safety Discussions

OpenAI has confirmed that it has been engaged in AI safety conversations with Anthropic and Google DeepMind for several weeks. The talks bring together three of the most prominent players in the artificial intelligence industry to address shared safety concerns. The discussions come at a time when the Trump administration has been downplaying AI safety issues and prioritizing competitive positioning against China. The push from Washington to accelerate AI development has added urgency to the question of how leading labs should self-regulate.

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Profound raises $180M Series D, reaches $1.8B valuation in under 7 months

AI startup Profound has secured $180 million in a Series D funding round, pushing its valuation to $1.8 billion. The round comes less than seven months after the company raised $96 million in a Series C. The rapid back-to-back fundraising highlights strong investor confidence in Profound's business. The company operates in the answer engine optimization (AEO) space, a growing segment of the AI industry.

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Wonder Secures $425M DoorDash Partnership to Expand Food Business

Wonder, a food company founded by e-commerce veteran Marc Lore, has announced a major $425 million partnership with delivery giant DoorDash. The deal marks a significant step in Wonder's strategy to build a large-scale portfolio of restaurants and food delivery operations. Lore, known for his background in e-commerce, has been steadily expanding Wonder's footprint in the competitive food industry. The partnership with DoorDash is expected to accelerate that growth by leveraging the delivery platform's existing infrastructure and customer base.

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Light Phone adds Uber and Lyft ride-booking to its minimalist LightOS platform

Light, maker of minimalist smartphones designed for minimal screen time, has introduced a new Rideshare tool that connects its devices directly to Uber and Lyft. The feature is available for Light Phone III owners and will also come to the upcoming Light Flip. Users can search pickup and drop-off locations, compare fares, book rides, and contact their driver through the app. The tool marks the first preview of Light's LightOS SDK, which will let third-party developers build additional features while preserving the platform's minimalist philosophy. The move comes over a decade after Light's original Kickstarter campaign pitched a phone built to be used as little as possible.

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Meta launches One subscription bundles combining social apps and AI features

Meta has introduced subscription bundles called Meta One, pairing its existing social media app subscriptions with expanded AI usage. The bundles are now available globally across multiple tiers designed for individual users, creators, and businesses. The launch follows earlier testing phases conducted earlier this year and comes shortly after Meta unveiled its AI assistant Muse. Meta has clarified that core features across Facebook, Instagram, WhatsApp, and Meta AI will remain free, with standalone app subscriptions still available separately. The company also plans to expand the bundles over time to include products such as Edits and AI glasses.

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Ex-TikTok Executives Launch AI Camera App That Suggests Photo Poses

A group of former TikTok executives have developed a new app called Superpose. The app functions primarily as a camera tool that uses artificial intelligence to analyze users' photos and selfies. Based on that analysis, Superpose generates four suggested poses for the user to try. The app aims to help people improve how they present themselves in photographs using AI-driven guidance.

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TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 to Feature Scaling Leaders on Startup Growth Strategies

TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 will host a session focused on taking startups from prototype to full production scale. The event will feature insights from three industry leaders: Adrian Macneil of Foxglove, John Mackey of MBRYONICS, and Boris Sofman of Bedrock Robotics. Attendees can expect practical guidance on navigating the critical growth phase between early-stage development and market-ready deployment. Early registrants who sign up before September 25 can save up to $200 on their event pass.

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