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Meta Reportedly Developing Prediction Market Platform Under Zuckerberg Directive
Meta is building its own prediction market at the direction of Mark Zuckerberg. The move enters a controversial sector blending betting and forecasting. Regulatory and ethical questions loom.
OpenAI and Broadcom Unveil Jalapeño Chip for AI Workloads
OpenAI and Broadcom have launched their first jointly developed AI chip, named Jalapeño, designed specifically for large language models. The chip marks a strategic shift toward custom silicon amid soaring demand for AI compute.
New York City Blocks Waymo Deployment Citing Regulatory Gaps
New York City regulators have halted Waymo's autonomous taxi expansion citing unresolved safety and regulatory issues. The decision highlights unique challenges for AVs in dense urban environments.
AI Agents Empower Amateur Hackers to Breach 14 Companies in Landmark Attack
An inexperienced hacker used Claude and OpenAI agents to compromise 14 companies, highlighting how AI is lowering the barrier for sophisticated cyberattacks.
Why AI Evaluation Startups Struggle to Survive
Eval startups face commoditization, open-source pressure and weak business models. A look at why so many fail to scale.
Lil Launches Vector Graphics Tool for Developers
Lil launches a vector graphics editor built for developers using a code-first approach instead of traditional drag-and-drop interfaces.
Raspberry Pi Pico W Gains New Role as USB Wi-Fi Adapter
Makers can now use the Raspberry Pi Pico W as a low-cost USB Wi-Fi adapter, expanding its utility beyond standalone projects.
Seedcamp Hits $1B AUM With $320M in New Funds for Early-Stage Startups
European seed investor Seedcamp closed on $320 million across two funds, reaching $1 billion in assets under management. The firm plans to back seed-stage startups with a focus on AI and deep tech.
Engineering Role Debate Highlights Shifting Priorities in Tech Hiring
An AI expert argues forward deployed engineers face limits while AI engineers offer greater potential. The debate reflects broader changes in how companies value specialized versus generalist roles.
Meta Halts Employee AI Training Program After Internal Data Leak
Meta paused its mandatory AI training program after an internal leak exposed sensitive employee data, including keystrokes and conversations, sparking privacy backlash.
Menlo Ventures Raises $3 Billion Fund After Bold Anthropic Bet Pays Off
Menlo Ventures closed a $3 billion fund after its $750 million investment in AI startup Anthropic. The fund highlights venture capital concentration in AI.
AI-Generated Apartment Photos Fuel Rental Market Deception
AI-powered virtual staging is enabling landlords to show fake apartment photos, wasting renters' time and eroding trust. Calls for regulation grow as deceptive listings become common in competitive housing markets.
Anker 737 Power Bank Demand Surges as Portable Charging Becomes Essential
The Anker 737 power bank sees rising demand amid growing reliance on portable electronics. Its high capacity and fast charging capabilities make it a top choice.
New OCR Technique Enables One-Shot Parsing of Long Documents
A new OCR technique, one-shot long-horizon parsing, can digitize entire documents in a single pass. It promises faster, more accurate processing for enterprises and archives.
AI Agents and Short-Form Video Reshape Hiring as Fika Jobs Raises $4M
Stockholm-based Fika Jobs raises $4M for a video-first hiring platform where AI agents interview candidates and short-form profiles replace resumes.
New AI Method Lift4D Advances Real-World 4D Reconstruction From Single Views
Lift4D harmonizes single-view 3D estimates to produce temporally consistent 4D reconstructions. The method improves accuracy for dynamic scenes, benefiting AR, robotics and content creation.
Digital Wall Calendars Enter the Mainstream as Smart Home Staple
Once dismissed as niche gadgets, digital wall calendars are gaining traction as families and remote workers seek centralized scheduling. Brands like Skylight, Everblog, and Apolosign lead the shift.
Robotics Startup Funding Shatters Records as Embodied AI Attracts Billions
Robotics startups raised $18.8B globally in 2026, surpassing 2025 totals. The surge reflects investor enthusiasm for embodied AI and autonomous systems, with major rounds from Saronic, Neura Robotics and Skild AI.
Why Your TV Looks Different at Home: The Retail Floor Effect
TVs in stores are set to vivid, unrealistic modes. Here's how to calibrate your home set for accurate colors and better picture quality.