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#199 technical Snap is spinning off its internal generative AI video team into a new company, Dotmo. This move aims to develop AI models for gaming and interactive entertainment, with Snap retaining close ties through technology licensing and equity stakes.
Valve has introduced a reservation system for the popular Steam Controller due to overwhelming demand. Orders placed now won't ship until late 2026 or early 2027, depending on availability.
#198 technical VSCO launches Studio Pro, a mobile app aimed at professional photographers managing large-scale projects. The $500/year VSCO One subscription includes access to multiple apps and services.
A former managing partner from a major venture capital firm has joined SpaceX's board of directors. The addition brings extensive public company experience and audit committee background to the nine-member board.
#197 technical SpaceX briefly surpassed Amazon to become the fifth-most valuable company after a 20% share price climb. The $4.9 billion loss on $18.7B revenue highlights SpaceX's unique valuation dynamics.
Android 17 rolls out with floating Bubble windows for multitasking, a dedicated bubble bar dock, and cross-device syncing. Pixel phones get it first.
#196 technical SpaceX's massive IPO marks a new era in tech, with AI labs like OpenAI and Anthropic joining the public market. This shift highlights the growing influence of deeptech companies.
Conclave's debut album combines jazz, salsa, and P-Funk influences for a summer party vibe. Available on major streaming platforms since 2021.
#195 technical SpaceX's massive IPO marks a new era in tech, with AI labs like OpenAI and Anthropic joining the public market. This shift highlights the growing influence of deeptech companies.
Conclave's debut album combines jazz, salsa, and P-Funk influences for a summer party vibe. Available on major streaming platforms since 2021.
#194 technical KPMG has removed a disputed AI report titled 'Redefining Excellence in the Age of Agentic AI' following claims by UBS, NHS UK, Swiss Federal Railways, and Transport for London that it misrepresented their AI usage. GPTZero identified inaccuracies.
Marvel's X-Men '97 returns with a second season on Disney Plus July 1st. Multiple teams of mutants are scattered across different eras, searching for ways to thwart the immortal villain Apocalypse.
#193 technical Google dismantled an AI-driven cybercrime operation, Outsider Enterprise, which used fake websites and texts to scam millions. The group stole thousands of credit cards and caused $1.9 billion in losses.
SpaceX's stock price soared in its first day of trading, reaching a peak of $176 before settling at $160.95 with a market cap of nearly $2.3 trillion. The company's IPO was oversubscribed by 4x, and early investors saw massive returns.
#192 technical Amazon has released a free update for Echo Hub, adding Ring AI's video search feature. Users can now organize their dashboard by room or function and control device groups with one tap.
SpaceX raised $75 billion in its record-breaking IPO, setting the stage for Elon Musk to become the world's first trillionaire. The company priced shares at $135 each and will trade under SPCX.
#191 technical A security researcher found over 985,000 cannabis club member IDs exposed online. This includes personal info and photos of members worldwide, including US citizens and celebrities.
ShinyHunters hacked over 100 organizations using Oracle's PeopleSoft software, exposing sensitive student data. Universities were hit hardest, with personal info like addresses and DOBs compromised.
#190 technical GM is rolling out vehicle-to-grid tech for over 250,000 bidirectional-capable EVs. This can lower energy costs and enhance grid reliability.
GM is investing $900M to develop and commercialize new battery chemistries, including sodium-ion cells for energy storage. Sodium-ion batteries offer cheaper, longer-lasting alternatives but are bulkier than lithium-ion.
#189 technical Apple announced lower costs for indie developers with fewer than 2 million first-time App Store downloads, offering free use of Foundation Models in Private Cloud Compute without cloud API fees. This move targets the indie developer audience and aims to make AI experimentation more accessible.
Waymo has purchased a sprawling 5,500-acre facility in Arizona from Route 14 Investment Partners LLC for $220 million. The site includes various testing environments and will help Waymo refine its autonomous vehicle technology.
#188 technical Microsoft's recent price hike for GitHub Copilot has sparked a Reddit uproar dubbed 'Tokenpocalypse.' As AI companies rush to go public and manage costs, developers face rising expenses. This shift could reshape how teams approach AI-driven development tools.
The 2026 Summer Game Fest saw Sony and Microsoft refocusing on exclusive single-player games. Grand Theft Auto VI's November release reshaped the holiday calendar, with other major titles planned for September and early 2027.