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Why Shrinking Database Chunks Can Speed Up Time-Series Queries
Reducing TimescaleDB chunk interval from 30 to 7 days improved query speed. Here is how and why.
Philips Hue SpatialAware Turns Color-Changing Lights into Motion Sensors
Philips Hue’s SpatialAware feature turns color-changing lights into motion sensors, offering practical automation without extra hardware. The update requires the Bridge Pro.
Logitech's Foldable Mobi Mouse Brings Repairable Design to Compact Travel Gear
Logitech launched the Mobi Fold, a folding travel mouse with a replaceable battery, silicone grip and a hinge rated for 15 years of use at $79.99.
Worldcoin Layoffs Signal Trouble for Sam Altman's Iris-Scanning Venture
Worldcoin lays off staff amid regulatory battles over biometric data collection.
Rising PC Prices Signal End of Budget Laptops as Memory Costs Surge
Memory shortages have pushed PC prices up by double digits in Europe. Analysts warn that sub-$500 laptops could disappear by 2026 as AI demand diverts chip supply.
Mercury Hits $5.2B Valuation as Fintech Startup Pursues Own Banking License
Mercury raised $200M at a $5.2B valuation and secured regulatory approval to establish its own bank. The digital banking startup serves over 300,000 companies and reported $650M in annualized revenue.
China Robotics Investment Hits Record as Embodied AI Startups Attract Billions
China-based robotics startups raised $5.6 billion through mid-2026, matching the 2021 peak. Embodied AI companies drive the surge, with several startups reaching billion-dollar valuations.
AI IQ site ignites debate by scoring large language models on the bell curve
A startup called AI IQ is assigning IQ scores to over 50 AI models. The project draws praise for clarity and criticism for oversimplifying machine intelligence.
FBI seeks real-time access to nationwide license plate camera network
The FBI issued a request for proposals for nationwide license plate reader data in near real time. The contract would cover 75% of US locations and enable tracking of vehicles.
Anthropic Nears First Profit as AI Race Intensifies
Anthropic is set to report its first profitable quarter since founding in 2021, marking a milestone in the competitive AI landscape.
Aluminum Prices Surge 20%, Startups Use AI to Extract Metal From Scrap
With aluminum prices up 20%, recycling startups are turning to AI to improve recovery of critical minerals from scrap.
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.
ClickHouse Revenue Triples to $250M as IPO Nears
Database firm ClickHouse hits $250M annualized revenue, signaling strong growth and a potential public offering within years.
Illinois Passes Landmark AI Safety Bill With Third-Party Oversight
Illinois lawmakers passed the strongest AI safety bill in the US, requiring third-party audits for companies like OpenAI and Google. Governor JB Pritzker plans to sign it into law.
Why a Former Meta Engineer Bet on the Old Web Over AI
Craig Campbell passed on VC funding to launch a historical maps website. His gamble on the old school web is paying off while AI hype surges.
Microsoft quietly downgrades offline Office features for perpetual license users
Microsoft is reducing functionality in perpetually-licensed Office products, pushing users toward subscriptions. The changes affect offline software used by businesses and consumers who avoid cloud plans.
Apple Hints at Price Hikes, Sparking Rush on Current MacBook Air Deals
Apple signals possible price increases, making current discounts on M4 and M5 MacBook Air models a rare opportunity for buyers.
HP OmniBook 3 16 Offers Nearly 36 Hours of Battery Life With Snapdragon X Chip
HP's OmniBook 3 16 delivers exceptional battery life at a budget price. The 16-inch laptop runs for nearly a day and a half on a single charge.
Motorola Edge 70 Fusion Brings Premium Specs to a Budget Price
After a month of testing, the Motorola Edge 70 Fusion proves high-end features can cost less. It challenges pricier rivals on design, display and battery life.
OpenRouter's $113M Series B Signals AI Middleware Boom
OpenRouter raised $113 million to connect developers to multiple AI models. The Series B round underscores growing investor confidence in AI infrastructure companies.