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American Airlines Taps SpaceX's Starlink for In-Flight Wi-Fi on 500 Planes
American Airlines will install Starlink internet on over 500 Airbus jets. The deal boosts SpaceX's IPO prospects and challenges existing in-flight Wi-Fi providers.
Open Source Home Security Camera Promises End-to-End Encryption
A new open-source camera system uses end-to-end encryption to keep video feeds private. Users gain full control over their data without relying on cloud services.
Meta Expands AI Agents to WhatsApp, Instagram and Messenger for Business Automation
Meta is rolling out AI agents for businesses on its messaging apps. The bots can handle customer service, sales and support tasks, aiming to automate key operations.
Prusa Research Launches Open-Source ColorMix Engine for Slicers
Prusa Research released an open-source ColorMix engine for PrusaSlicer and EasyPrint ahead of INDX, enabling advanced multicolor 3D printing without hardware upgrades.
Lenovo Shifts to Premium PCs as Memory Costs Squeeze Market
Lenovo posted strong revenue growth by shifting to premium devices amid memory price hikes, but warns of declining unit shipments.
ChatGPT Crosses Billion Monthly Users Amid Growing AI Skepticism
ChatGPT has become the fastest app to reach one billion monthly active users, surpassing Google Maps. The milestone arrives as public sentiment toward artificial intelligence shows signs of decline.
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.
Anthropic Surpasses OpenAI in Corporate AI Adoption for First Time
Anthropic's Claude overtakes OpenAI's ChatGPT in business AI adoption. But escalating costs and competition threaten its lead.
Google's Android XR Smart Glasses Face High Stakes but Offer Real Advantages
Google's Android XR platform is nearing reality with smart glasses that leverage Android integration. The company must overcome past failures and strong competition from Apple and Meta.
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.
AT&T Sues California Over $1B Cost of Aging Copper Network
AT&T sues California to end its obligation to provide landline service, arguing the network costs $1B annually and serves only 3% of households.
Star Citizen Hits $1 Billion Crowdfunding Milestone, Still in Early Access
Star Citizen has raised $1 billion from backers but remains in early access after nine years of development, sparking debate about crowdfunding risks.
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.
No-Code AI: Training LLaMA 2 Chatbots Becomes Accessible to Everyone
New no-code tools let non-engineers train Meta's LLaMA 2 chatbot without programming. The shift makes custom AI accessible to small businesses and creators.
Why AI Companies Are Ditching Modern Fonts for Classic Serifs
AI firms like OpenAI and Anthropic are adopting serif fonts to appear more trustworthy. Critics argue the trend is superficial and formulaic.
Startups bet on getting people offline with games and DIY computers
Startups like Board and cyberdeck creators are gaining traction by promoting offline activities and DIY computing.
Meta Faces Privacy Backlash After Removing Facial Recognition From Smart Glasses
Meta removed a face recognition system from its Ray-Ban smart glasses after privacy concerns. The company expressed frustration over the decision.
Apple Maps Flyover to Gain Gaussian Splatting in Future iOS Update
Apple plans to enhance Maps Flyover with Gaussian Splatting for hyper-realistic 3D cities. The future iOS 27 upgrade aims to rival Google Maps in immersive mapping.
MANGOS Emerges as New Tech Power Acronym as SpaceX, Anthropic and OpenAI Eye IPOs
SpaceX, Anthropic and OpenAI are preparing public offerings prompting a shift from FAANG to MANGOS.
EU Orders Meta to Open WhatsApp to Rival AI Chatbots
EU orders Meta to open WhatsApp to rival AI chatbots, citing Digital Markets Act violations. The ruling forces interoperability with competing AI services.