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Medical Microinstruments has raised $125 million to expand its Symani robotic microsurgery system and fund additional clinical research.
Abbott’s CardioMEMS system gets FDA approval for new features that let patients view pressure readings and receive treatment updates on a smartphone.
I tested Xiaomi gadgets ranging from smart tools and lighting to a massage gun, 3D printer and electric scooter. The best products were often the simplest…
The FDA is prioritising guidance on AI medical devices, generative AI and robotically assisted surgical systems for fiscal 2027.
Edwards Lifesciences has received FDA approval for the AUTUS valve, a pediatric pulmonary valve that can be expanded as children grow.
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ARPA-H is committing up to $117.4 million to four biosensor projects targeting heart failure, inflammation and perimenopause.
Meta introduces Muse Wonder and Wonder Full, frontier AI models with active memory, advanced coding and access through Muse Code and its…
WindBorne secures a U.S. Air Force contract worth up to $48.7 million for weather balloon data, with $1.7 million ordered so far for…
Mechanism’s $49 Basecase for Nintendo Switch 2 combines protective construction, interchangeable grips, cartridge storage and modular…
No Man’s Sky launches on iPhone and iPad on October 28, 2026, with over 40 updates, redesigned touch controls, controller support and a…
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ARPA-H is committing up to $117.4 million to four biosensor projects targeting heart failure, inflammation and perimenopause.
Meta introduces Muse Wonder and Wonder Full, frontier AI models with active memory, advanced coding and access through Muse Code and its developer API.
WindBorne secures a U.S. Air Force contract worth up to $48.7 million for weather balloon data, with $1.7 million ordered so far for military forecasting.
Mechanism’s $49 Basecase for Nintendo Switch 2 combines protective construction, interchangeable grips, cartridge storage and modular mounting accessories.
No Man’s Sky launches on iPhone and iPad on October 28, 2026, with over 40 updates, redesigned touch controls, controller support and a free trial before purchase.
Microsoft President Brad Smith calls for binding global AI safety rules, backing UK leadership and independent testing as concerns over rogue AI agents grow.
Google’s $179.99 Fitbit Edge adds an OLED display, Gemini-powered health coaching, improved GPS and up to seven days of battery life. Preorders are now open.
Ambi launches its AI assistant for iPhone, Mac, and Apple Watch after raising $26 million, offering optional background listening, which raises privacy concerns.
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Aaron Sorkin’s The Social Reckoning opened to an estimated $5.5 million domestically, falling short of forecasts and the debut of 2010’s The Social Network.
Horror is thriving across games, movies and streaming in 2026, fueled by Resident Evil Requiem, low-budget film hits and Apple’s Widow’s Bay series.
Paramount and Warner Bros. Discovery complete their $111 billion merger, forming Skydance with HBO, CNN, Paramount+ and two major Hollywood film studios.
PolyAI and Otter leaders say voice AI needs faster reasoning, better transcription and transparency before it can deliver natural, trustworthy conversations.
Satya Nadella calls for an AI emergency brake that lets people stop autonomous models mid-task, with external safeguards and tamper-proof action logs.
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Models, research and the companies putting them to work.
PolyAI and Otter leaders say voice AI needs faster reasoning, better transcription and transparency before it can deliver natural, trustworthy conversations.
Apple agreed to license Huxe’s AI audio technology and offer jobs to selected employees after the personalised podcast startup announced its shutdown in May.
Anthropic has restricted live internet access for internal AI evaluations after Claude agents bypassed website restrictions and submitted a false police tip.
An Anthropic AI model submitted a false homicide tip through a Philadelphia police website. The report went to spam, and Anthropic disclosed it months later.
Three fired OpenAI safety researchers reject misconduct allegations and warn their dismissals could discourage reporting and independent AI safety reviews.
Ben Affleck’s detailed AI explanations go viral as he discusses Python, neural networks, and the filmmaking startup Netflix reportedly acquired for $587…
Courses, certifications and training for learning and working with AI.
The Elements of AI is a free online course designed for anyone interested in learning about artificial intelligence. It covers what AI is, what it can and cannot do, and how it impacts our…
Google offers a wide range of free AI courses and tools, from Generative AI for Educators to AI-powered business solutions, helping individuals and businesses…
Discover why learning AI is crucial for students, with free courses from top universities, job opportunities in AI, and the best startups to watch in 2025…
AI courses are crucial for staying competitive in today’s job market. Learn why AI education is important and discover which industries…
Google AI Essentials is a beginner-friendly course created by Google and offered on Coursera. It teaches AI basics, practical tools, and…
Learn artificial intelligence with CS50’s Introduction to AI with Python, a free Harvard University course. Explore AI concepts, machine…
Who's building, who's growing and who's shutting down.
Petra Power is targeting AI data centres and military vehicles with solid oxide fuel cells, aiming for deployments by 2028, while its defence systems are still in testing.
Arena raises $200 million at a $3.1 billion valuation as its AI model leaderboard expands into enterprise evaluations and rankings for AI…
Vesta raises $30 million in Series B funding led by Conversion Capital to automate mortgage processing, underwriting and loan workflows…
Tab emerged from stealth at a $300 million valuation with an AI assistant for iMessage and WhatsApp that handles everyday tasks with…
Melius raised $25 million after pivoting to an AI creative platform that generates ad campaigns, images, and videos, following the…
Funds, funding rounds and the investors backing new technology.
Endeavour Catalyst closes a $320 million fifth fund to invest in startups beyond Silicon Valley, bringing assets under management to more than $850 million.
Menlo Ventures joined Factory’s latest funding round at a $5 billion valuation after a public dispute between CEO Matan Grinberg and Vinod Khosla.
Ghost has emerged from stealth with $11 million in seed funding and a $3,499 computer designed to run personal AI agents and memory locally.
Five PearX startups are drawing investor attention across spatial AI, edge chips, personal assistants, estate planning and industrial design.
Factory CEO Matan Grinberg accuses former board adviser Chris Degnan of sharing confidential information with Cognition. Degnan disputes the allegations.
Breaches, fixes and the people defending systems.
Flock Safety plans to reduce its workforce by roughly 270 employees, or 18%, through a voluntary exit program as criticism of its surveillance cameras grows.
Xona plans to launch six Pulsar satellites in October 2026 to begin testing a stronger, more precise satellite navigation service for…
Asos confirms a customer data breach after hackers hijacked app notifications via a third-party platform, exposing personal information…
Former CIA officer David J. Rush pleaded guilty to wire fraud after using a fabricated classified program to steal nearly $200 million from…
LibreOffice will keep generative AI out of its default installation for now, citing privacy, user control and offline use as core design…
Medical AI, biotechnology, digital health and the devices changing care.
Healthleap raised $38 million to expand its AI platform that analyses hospital records and flags patients who may need further clinical…
Explore 10 AI healthcare tools that help doctors and hospitals improve clinical workflows, medical imaging, documentation, and personalised…
Telerobotic surgery is moving into real clinical procedures worldwide, but U.S. adoption still faces regulatory, connectivity, licensing and reimbursement challenges.
AI is helping healthcare companies analyse ECGs, cardiac imaging and wearable data to improve cardiovascular risk assessment and support earlier heart care…
AI heart disease prediction helps healthcare companies analyse ECGs, imaging, and wearable data to support earlier detection of cardiovascular risk.
Precision Neuroscience raises $250 million to advance its brain-computer interface technology, focusing on implantable neural devices that translate brain…
Energy, grids and the hardware behind the transition.
Kairos Power receives up to $100 million from Samsung C&T to help build a 50MW nuclear reactor planned to supply Google’s data centres.
Wood Mackenzie finds four-hour battery storage cheaper than gas turbines in 43 markets as data centre demand increases power plant construction costs.
Parallel Systems raised $100 million to scale production of its battery-electric Panther vehicles and expand autonomous short-haul freight rail service.
Type One Energy secured $200 million in Series B funding to advance its 400 MW Infinity Two fusion power plant, which it plans to bring online in 2034.
Fervo Energy’s Cape Station begins commercial operations with its first 33 MW GeoBlock after a 23-month build, marking a major milestone in…
Amazon says it is still working toward its 2040 net-zero goal but does not yet know every step needed to eliminate carbon emissions.
Electric vehicles, public transport and autonomous driving.
Tesla renames Full Self-Driving to Tesla Assisted Driving across Europe after German regulators questioned its name, as the company pursues wider approval.
Waymo secures its first $5 billion loan from lenders including Blackstone and PIMCO to expand robotaxi services across the U.S. and…
Uber and Pony.ai plan to test Gen-7 robotaxis in London within weeks, expanding their European partnership as they prepare to launch a…
Bloom raised $3.6 million to scale its AI-powered U.S. manufacturing marketplace, matching hardware companies with vetted suppliers and service providers.
Flai raised $27 million in Series A funding as its AI dealership platform now books 50,000 sales and service appointments each month across U.S. dealers.
Lucid Motors produced 2,954 EVs in the third quarter, down 54% from the previous year, as the company cuts output and works through existing inventory.
Games, studios, platforms and the business of play.
Horror is thriving across games, movies and streaming in 2026, fueled by Resident Evil Requiem, low-budget film hits and Apple’s Widow’s Bay series.
Rising DDR5 prices are reviving DDR4 platforms as Intel prepares new LGA 1700 processors for 2027 and AMD’s AM4 ecosystem receives renewed…
Playdate Season 3 brings eight new indie games for $39, including Soggy Froggy and Gloom Gate, expanding the $229 handheld’s growing…
AMD plans to bring FSR 4 AI upscaling to gaming handhelds, laptops and APUs by late 2026, but support for existing devices, including the…
Paramount is developing a live-action Cyberpunk 2077 movie with producer Lorenzo di Bonaventura and CD Projekt Red. No cast, director or…
Pokémon Legends: Z-A remains on sale at Amazon for $39.88 on Switch and Switch 2, saving up to $30 ahead of the October 29 Mega Dimension…
The software people use every day, and the companies behind it.
TikTok is adding an AI Shopping Assistant and Buy Direct checkout, allowing shoppers to ask product questions and buy directly from brands without leaving the app.
TikTok is launching an AI shopping assistant and one-click Buy Direct checkout, letting users discover products and purchase from brands without leaving the…
Hot Girl Hotline uses AI to offer personalised dating and relationship advice for young women, with safeguards designed to limit emotional dependency.
India ordered Apple to remove Jack Dorsey’s Bitchat under Section 69A, while the offline messaging app also disappeared from Google Play.
Apple is adding tighter macOS Full Disk Access controls as increasingly capable AI agents raise new privacy and security concerns for Mac users.
Laytr lets users save articles, videos, screenshots, PDFs and other web content in a private archive that syncs across Apple devices through iCloud.
Products and claims our reporters have tested themselves.
LG’s MRGB95B RGB LED TV delivers exceptional brightness and vivid colours, but reflections, blooming and viewing-angle limitations weaken its $3,600 appeal.
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The Telo MT1 electric pickup combines a compact 152-inch body with five seats, a configurable 8-foot bed and up to 350 miles of estimated…
Instinct AI handles emails, appointments and everyday tasks through text messages, challenging Meta Muse and ChatGPT Dots with a simpler…
Early Googlebook testing reveals Android app compatibility problems, awkward Linux support and unreliable phone integration despite…
Microsoft is redesigning Windows 11 Search to deliver faster results, lower memory use, file previews, and direct PC controls. Testing has…
Quick updates from our reporters, filed through the day.
Apple HomeView, Apple HomeView smart home hub, Apple smart home hub, HomeView launch, Apple October 13 event, Apple HomeView A18 chip, Siri smart home device, Apple HomePod mini, Apple TV, Apple LG…
Satya Nadella calls for an AI emergency brake that lets people stop autonomous models mid-task, with external safeguards and tamper-proof action logs.
Cloudflare is acquiring Deno to expand its Workers platform with celld, making it easier to run distributed applications outside Cloudflare’s own network.
TypeSafe AI raised $870 million at a $7.5 billion valuation weeks after launching Jev, its non-text AI model built to make decisions for software automation.
Trump awards top U.S. science medals to Musk, Huang, Brin and Su, while honouring Dell and Nadella as their companies’ ties to his administration draw scrutiny.
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