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AI Agents Burn Cash: Microsoft, Meta, Amazon Face Token Crisis
Agentic AI consumes up to 1000x more tokens than standard AI, causing budgets to explode. Tech giants are now pulling back as employee 'tokenmaxxing' backfires.

IPO Market's Structural Shift Leaves Most Startups Behind
IPO thresholds have risen so high that most private companies cannot go public leaving employees and VCs trapped without liquidity.

Seed Rounds Grow Bigger as Path to Series A Narrows
US seed rounds have tripled since 2018, but Series A graduation rates have fallen to 24% for 2024 cohorts, signaling a narrowing funnel for startups.

AI-Generated Lawsuits Overwhelm Courts as Unrepresented Plaintiffs Turn to Chatbots
Individuals without lawyers are using AI tools like ChatGPT to file lawsuits. The low-quality cases, dubbed 'slopsuits,' are clogging judicial dockets and raising concerns about misuse of technology.

Starlink Mini Battery Version Spotted in Firmware Code
New firmware code suggests SpaceX is developing a Starlink Mini dish with a built-in battery, enabling truly portable satellite internet for remote work and emergencies.

UK education panel demands social media ban for children under 16
UK Education Committee calls for statutory social media ban for under-16s, citing addictive design and mental health harms. It urges broader regulation and treats child safety as public health issue.

Logitech Puts a Cushion on Its Newest Mouse and Keyboard Combo
Logitech's new Signature Comfort Plus line introduces a built-in cushion for the mouse and keyboard, aiming to boost ergonomic comfort for office workers.

Sennheiser Momentum 5 Puts Pressure on Sony With Longer Battery and Better Audio
Sennheiser's next-gen headphones boost battery life and add high-res audio features, raising the bar against Sony's flagship.

OpenRouter Hits $1.3B Valuation After $113M Series B Round
OpenRouter raised $113M in Series B funding led by CapitalG, more than doubling its valuation to $1.3B. Usage surged 5x in six months, signaling the rise of multi-AI-model platforms.

Startup Pays Indian Gig Workers to Train Humanoid Robots
Human Archive hires gig workers in India to wear sensors and collect physical movement data for AI and robotics training.

Lenovo Probes Gray Market Piracy Allegations Tied to G10 Handheld
Lenovo investigates claims its China-only G10 handheld is being used for piracy. Third parties may pre-load illicit games to hike gray market prices.

iPhone's Built-In White Noise Feature Offers Sleep Aid for Parents
Apple's iPhone includes a free white noise generator in its Accessibility settings, offering a convenient alternative to pricey sleep machines for parents of restless babies.

Motorola Razr 2026: Style Over Substance in the Foldable Phone Market
Motorola's latest Razr flip phones dazzle with design but lag in performance and value. A closer look at the trade-offs.

Vatican Warns AI Threatens Rights and Freedom in New Encyclical
Pope Leo XIV issued an encyclical warning that AI affects rights and freedom. The Vatican partnered with Anthropic, sparking divided reactions from the tech industry.

Waymo Expands Self-Driving Tests to Virginia Near Washington DC
Waymo is mapping streets in Alexandria and Arlington, Virginia. The expansion brings autonomous vehicle testing close to the nation's capital.

Ferrari's Controversial EV Design Could Reshape the Industry
Ferrari's first electric vehicle, the Luce, is drawing harsh criticism for its angular design. But the bold aesthetic may actually be a strategic advantage in a market crowded with sleek EVs.

Apple Overhauls Camera App with AI-Powered Visual Intelligence in iOS 27
Apple plans major camera app updates in iOS 27, including Visual Intelligence integration and enhanced customization options.

Android Auto overheating stays a stubborn issue for phone users
Many drivers find their phones overheating when using Android Auto. The problem stems from high resource demands. Users can take steps to reduce heat buildup.

Stripe's Chargeback Policy Draws Scrutiny from Merchants
Stripe is facing criticism for its approach to chargeback disputes, with merchants claiming it favors buyers in cases of 'friendly fraud,' sparking debate over fraud liability.

WhatsApp Adds Incognito Mode for AI Chat Conversations
WhatsApp will let users chat with Meta AI without saving history. Messages won't be used for training. The incognito feature arrives soon.