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California law quiets loud streaming ads starting July 1
Starting July 1, Californians will no longer have to brace themselves for ear-splitting commercials during their favorite streaming shows.
Jill Smokler, Scary Mommy Founder, Dies at 48 After Cancer Battle
At 48, Jill Smokler, founder of Scary Mommy, died today from glioblastoma, a stark reminder of cancer's relentless grip, even as another founder, Connor Christou, used an AI chatbot to navigate his ow
Instagram to Offer Reels Feed Customization by 2026
Instagram will allow users to choose three top interests for their Reels feed by 2026.
Xbox Price Increase Driven by AI Strategy
Starting October 3rd, the Xbox Series S 512GB will jump from $400 to $500, a significant price increase across Microsoft's console lineup affecting all current Xbox models in the United States.
Oracle Cuts 21,000 Jobs Amid AI Transformation Push
Oracle, a tech giant, shed 21,000 roles globally in the last year, incurring $1.
iOS 27 Features Reportedly Include Gemini-Powered Siri
Despite Apple's grand unveiling of 'Apple Intelligence,' its iconic voice assistant, Siri, will reportedly be powered primarily by Google's Gemini model in the upcoming iOS 27, according to Mashable .
Ex-OpenAI Staff Launch AI Personal Recall Checker
Former OpenAI employees Thomas Dimson and Joey Flynn have launched In the Weights, a free website assessing how well AI models recall information about individuals.
Aura Ink e-ink photo frame review: A low-maintenance display
Aura's new Ink frame, priced at $499, features a 13.
Elastic acquires AI SRE startup DeductiveAI for up to $85 million
DeductiveAI, an AI site reliability engineering startup, is being acquired by Elastic for up to $85 million, despite its modest $1 million in annual recurring revenue, according to Startup Fortune .
Orbio raises $21M to automate frontline worker hiring and onboarding
At The Stepping Stones Group, Orbio's AI agents now run the company's full US operation, leading to a 20% increase in candidates hired.
AI Layoffs Lead to Workforce Churn and Economic Strain
Last month, nearly 40,000 tech workers lost their jobs, marking the highest single month for tech layoffs in two years, with AI cited as the primary reason, according to TechCrunch .
India Debates AI Future as Anthropic Halts Model Access
On June 12, 2026, Anthropic abruptly suspended global access to its Fable 5 and Mythos 5 AI models for all foreign nationals, following a direct order from the U.
Andrew Yang's Noble Mobile aims to cut living costs
Since its launch last September, Andrew Yang's Noble Mobile has grown to thousands of customers and generates millions in revenue by refunding unused data, according to IndexBox .
FBI builds replica town for cyberattack training
In Huntsville, Alabama, the FBI has constructed a 22,000 square-foot replica town, complete with fully furnished houses, a grocery store, and a power company.
SpaceX IPO Sees Unprecedented Demand, Record Valuation
Retail investors alone submitted over $100 billion in orders for SpaceX's initial public offering, far exceeding the $75 billion raised, despite the company reporting a nearly $5 billion loss last yea
Avataar.ai Launches Varya, Indigenous Video AI for India
An Indian startup's new video AI model, Varya, generates a second of video for just ₹0.
Brendan Foody Accuses Sequoia of Dual-Pricing Valuation Tricks
AI-driven IT startup Serval announced a $75 million Series B at a $1 billion valuation.
Apple's AI strategy emphasizes on-device performance
Even as initial reactions to Apple Intelligence were lukewarm, 80% of its requests are already handled directly on-device.
How Ozi Gaming UK's Pre-Built Gaming PC Process Works in 2026
Navigating the world of pre-built gaming PCs can feel complex, but understanding the process is key to making a confident purchase. For gamers and tech enthusiasts in the United Kingdom, Ozi Gaming UK offers a streamline…
GM invests $900M in EV battery R&D
General Motors just opened a sprawling 500,000-square-foot Battery Cell Development Centre in Michigan, a $900 million bet on a new lithium-manganese-rich (LMR) chemistry designed to slash EV costs (
OpenAI advances super app development, overhauling ChatGPT
OpenAI executives are abandoning 'side quests' like the viral video generator Sora, signaling a dramatic strategic pivot towards transforming ChatGPT into a singular 'super app'.
Notion restores Anthropic AI access after brief service outage
On June 7, 2026, users attempting to leverage Anthropic's Opus 4.
Startups Build Next Generation Social Media Apps for Deeper Connections
Users are abandoning broad platforms, once optimized for millions of followers, for apps connecting just dozens of like-minded individuals.
White House AI Advisor Sriram Krishnan to Depart in 2026
Sriram Krishnan, a top White House artificial intelligence policy adviser reportedly appointed by then-President-elect Donald Trump, will leave his position at the end of June 2026, according to Reute