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The tech giant is leveraging the open-source Model Context Protocol to allow Alexa Plus to connect with a wider array of devices and financial services, aiming to reduce reliance on a limited set of existing partners.
As Meta rolls out a new optimistic advertising push, questions mount over the disconnect between the company’s AI-driven cost-cutting measures and the minimal AI features shown in its primary commercial.
The US Food and Drug Administration has opened an investigation into a fresh cluster of Cyclospora cases, bringing the national total to over 11,500. While health officials previously declared the situation under control, the latest outbreak details remain undisclosed as agencies face significant resource constraints.
LG has agreed to disable pop-up advertisements for McAfee on its LG Monitor App Installer, a move confirmed by Microsoft after the software was found installing itself on Windows PCs without user consent.
Chair and CEO Dr Lisa Su positions Helios as the industry’s highest-performance AI rack, securing commitments from Microsoft, OpenAI, and Anthropic as the company prepares for shipments later this year.
The layoff of 93 employees marks the company’s largest reduction since 2022, accompanied by enhanced measures to block AI scraping via a partnership with Cloudflare.
As the Federal Communications Commission prepares to vote on lifting broadcast ownership caps, Chairman Brendan Carr is under intense scrutiny for alleged efforts to suppress free speech and investigate public broadcasters.
The tech giant’s latest update grounds AI responses in data from Apple Health and providers like Kaiser Permanente, even as the company faces lawsuits over medical advice accuracy and its relationship with Apple.
The deal includes Asteroids, Pong, and Breakout, with a spec screenplay already in development by Entertainment 360.
The update allows users to perform complex business tasks via voice and moves nine non-English languages out of beta.
The latest update allows users to switch between Opus, Sonnet, and Haiku models while enabling voice commands to interact with Gmail, Slack, and Notion, marking a significant shift from the platform’s previous Haiku-only limitation.
The cybersecurity firm, backed by Battery Ventures, brings total capital raised to $49 million as it targets the growing threat of bespoke, AI-crafted email attacks.
Chinese manufacturer cites distribution costs, Apple’s dominance, and FCC precedents as reasons for avoiding North American launch
The legal complaint forms part of the ongoing fallout from Xbox’s global restructuring, which has seen more than 3,000 positions cut since summer.
An internal document reviewed by WIRED reveals that MSG security staff were forcibly logged off the Genetec video management system to ensure privacy for Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s events, contrasting sharply with the venue’s standard use of face-recognition technology for tracking and risk assessment.
Meta’s latest campaign highlights artificial intelligence as a tool for connection, but critics argue the use of David Bowie’s “Five Years” ignores its dystopian origins.
A 63-year-old woman in the United States developed a brain abscess and lost vision in one eye two years after a urinary tract infection, as the bacteria evolved into a hypervirulent strain.
San Diego Comic-Con unveiled final trailers for the Ketchup-backed Coyote vs. Acme and Sony Pictures’ Resident Evil reboot, marking significant shifts in distribution and creative direction for both franchises.
The price reduction brings the versatile EATX-compatible chassis to $119.99, a $70 cut from its standard retail cost, as Corsair pushes inventory through Amazon, Best Buy, and its own online store.
CEO Jack Conte says artificial intelligence has fundamentally altered how the company operates, warning that failure to adopt the technology would lead to its demise within three years.
Founder Bruce Nash says only 10% of traffic is human as AI crawlers strain infrastructure, prompting industry-wide reckoning on bandwidth costs and security.
The latest update to Qobuz’s application introduces line-by-line scrolling lyrics, an expanded discovery section, and enhanced playback controls, reinforcing its position as a high-fidelity alternative to mainstream competitors.
The European Commission has determined the deal will not raise competition concerns in gaming markets, paving the way for the Public Investment Fund to take control of the publisher.
Landmark study shows organs stored at -4°C without freezing function better than those kept on ice, offering potential solution to global transplant shortages.
The Runway Media Router, available via the Runway Dev platform, automatically selects optimal third-party or proprietary models based on quality, speed, or cost, targeting enterprise customers including Adobe and Shutterstock.
The FBI, NSA, and other agencies urge immediate action as Iranian hackers exploit programmable logic controllers from major manufacturers to manipulate data and disable safety alarms.
A new open-source initiative hosted on GitHub challenges students to build a software renderer from scratch, offering a foundational understanding of OpenGL, Vulkan, Metal, and DirectX.
The Galaxy Watch 9 and Ultra 2 will launch with Wear OS 7 and receive five years of OS upgrades, exceeding the four-year guarantee of the previous generation and aligning with the company’s existing security patch commitment.
The tech giant is introducing one-hour ad-supported sessions to broaden access, a move coinciding with broader corporate restructuring and recent price adjustments across its hardware and subscription offerings.
The European Commission’s latest antitrust ruling targets Google’s dominance in search and app markets, mandating structural changes to its Play Store and search algorithms amid escalating transatlantic trade tensions.
The company asserts its AI reasoning exceeds clinician levels, though health lead Karan Singhal tempers the claim with academic references. The rollout follows a lawsuit alleging dangerous medical advice.
The latest iteration of the popular testing software introduces larger workloads for CPUs and GPUs, though scores remain incompatible with previous versions.
Tesla reported a significant decline in paid robotaxi miles for the second quarter of 2026, with CEO Elon Musk citing the need to gather specific data for the upcoming Cybercab model before wider deployment.
The tech giant is testing a free, ad-supported tier for Xbox Insiders, offering a potential pathway for legacy console owners to access newer games without new hardware purchases.
Stephenson’s latest Substack post outlines the cognitive benefits of longhand writing, citing increased neural recruitment and physical ease compared to digital alternatives.
While technically drawing power from the engine, a phone charger consumes only 5-15 watts, reducing average fuel efficiency by approximately 0.03 miles per gallon.
The integration of Apple’s MapKit for Automotive SDK aims to enhance BlueCruise hands-free driving capabilities, with the first affordable model launching in 2027.
The $852 billion company disclosed the incident, which underscores safety risks in the race against rival Anthropic and has triggered calls for stricter AI regulation.
Halo: Campaign Evolved arrives on July 28, marking a strategic shift in exclusivity as Microsoft navigates significant internal layoffs and studio consolidations.
The Fire TV Stick 4K Max drops to $34.99 while the 4K Plus hits $24.99, marking the lowest prices for the devices to date as Amazon updates its software ecosystem.
Led by Sequoia Capital, the round brings Etched’s total backing to a level that reflects its claim of $1 billion in orders and a custom silicon architecture designed to bypass traditional graphics processing units.
Founded by Dora Palfi and Beatrice Ionascu, the company reports reaching 700,000 learners globally and will use new capital to expand district sales and launch a new platform next month.
With Affordable Care Act subsidies expiring, reliance on employer-provided coverage has intensified, creating a dynamic that lowers wages and discourages new ventures, according to a new analysis.
Analysts at IDC predict record-low smartphone sales as buyers delay upgrades, while competitors Google and Apple follow suit with their own pricing adjustments.
The set, launching on 1 August, recreates the classic arcade experience with a working lever and joystick, following a series of successful collaborations between the two brands.
Legislation introduced by Representatives Ted Lieu and Nathaniel Moran would mandate technical controls allowing the Department of Homeland Security to throttle or shut down powerful AI systems in specific loss-of-control scenarios.
The automaker’s 2027 midsize electric truck will feature MapKit for Automotive, a move that supports next-generation BlueCruise autonomy and fleet management capabilities.
TechCrunch has invited applications for volunteers for its Disrupt 2026 conference, offering selected candidates a free three-day pass and behind-the-scenes access to one of the world’s largest startup gatherings.