Business & Technology
Trump calls Huang live on stage — but it's the phone in his hand that gets noticed
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang took a live call from President Trump on stage at the All-In conference in L.A., while holding Apple's unreleased foldable phone. The two agreed that fears over AI safety were overblown.
TechCrunch · 15 Sept, 05:46
Trump Administration Moves to Scrap Climate Pollution Limits on Power Plants
The US Environmental Protection Agency has proposed eliminating all remaining greenhouse gas emission limits for power plants, citing rising electricity demand from AI and manufacturing. Environmental groups are vowing legal challenges.
The Verge · 15 Sept, 04:51
AI Bots Flood Social Media and Writers With Unsolicited Spam
AI agents built by a company called iLands are mass-messaging Mastodon admins and writers with requests for accounts and paid offers to replace writers' own work. Many Mastodon servers have blocked the bots, though they remain active on Bluesky and X.
Ars Technica · 15 Sept, 04:49
iPhone Duo Will Be First iPhone to Support Apple Pencil
Apple's new foldable iPhone Duo will be the first iPhone to work with the Apple Pencil, though the feature won't be available at launch and requires a specific Pencil model.
Engadget · 15 Sept, 04:48
Trump Dismisses AI Safety Concerns as a 'Sick Conspiracy'
US President Donald Trump branded warnings about the dangers of artificial intelligence a hoax, pushing back against calls from major tech leaders for stronger government oversight. His comments come as AI has also become a contentious political issue ahead of the November midterms.
France 24 · 15 Sept, 04:47
Volkswagen unveils Mission Efficiency concept car consuming under 7 kWh per 100 km
Volkswagen has presented the Mission Efficiency concept car, which drove 1,278 km from Wolfsburg to Vienna on a single charge. The vehicle stands out for its exceptional aerodynamics and low energy consumption.
iAuto.lv · 15 Sept, 04:45
US sanctions Russia's VTB Bank over Iran ties — analyst sees pressure on China
The US Treasury has sanctioned Russia's VTB Bank for helping Iran evade sanctions. A former official says the real target may be pushing Chinese banks to cut ties with VTB.
Meduza · 15 Sept, 03:49
Rocket Lab Files Protest Over NASA's Selection of Blue Origin for Mars Spacecraft
Rocket Lab has filed an official protest against NASA's decision to award Blue Origin a $700 million contract to build a Mars communications spacecraft. Blue Origin warns the dispute could jeopardize the mission's planned 2028 launch.
Ars Technica · 15 Sept, 03:48
European firms remain unprepared for a possible China supply shock
While the EU pushes to reduce its economic reliance on China, most European businesses have made little progress in stockpiling goods or diversifying their suppliers, industry experts warn.
Politico Europe · 15 Sept, 03:47
Dangote refinery opens Africa's biggest IPO to retail investors
Nigerian billionaire Aliko Dangote has launched a public share offering for his oil refinery, aiming to raise $1.6 billion from retail investors in what is being called Africa's largest IPO. The move has drawn both enthusiasm and criticism over the company's valuation.
France 24 · 15 Sept, 03:45
Valve still unsure when a Steam Deck 2 might arrive
Having finished rolling out its 2026 hardware lineup — the Steam Controller, Steam Machine and Steam Frame — Valve says it still hasn't determined how or when a next-generation Steam Deck could launch, as it keeps waiting for the right chip.
The Verge · 15 Sept, 03:44
UK Government Moves Toward Nationalising Struggling Steel Firm SSUK
The UK government is developing a plan to take public ownership of Speciality Steel UK after rejecting a private buyer's proposal, aiming to protect around 1,300 jobs.
BBC England · 15 Sept, 02:53
US Health Secretary RFK Jr. to headline anti-vaccine conference alongside Andrew Wakefield
US Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is set to headline a September 17 conference hosted by Children's Health Defense, where prominent anti-vaccine figure Andrew Wakefield is also expected to appear.
Ars Technica · 15 Sept, 02:47
Big Tech's pledge to slow AI development sparks doubts over true motives
Leaders of OpenAI, Anthropic, Google DeepMind and SpaceX loosely agreed over the weekend to slow AI development, but experts are split on whether it's a genuine safety step or a way to dodge real regulation. Critics warn the plan could hurt competitors more than it curbs dangerous technology.
The Verge · 15 Sept, 02:45
Trump calls Huang onstage: 'We're not going to let' AI slowdown happen
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang took a live call from President Trump onstage at the All-In Summit on Monday, putting him on speaker to declare they would not allow AI progress to slow down. The exchange touched on growing public unease about data center construction.
TechCrunch AI · 15 Sept, 01:48
Huang tells Trump by phone: 'We're not going to let' AI slow down
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang took a call from President Trump onstage at a summit and agreed with him that AI development should not slow down, dismissing public concerns about data centers as manufactured opposition.
TechCrunch · 15 Sept, 01:47
How to build a bootable Windows 11 USB drive with Microsoft's official tool
Microsoft's free Media Creation Tool lets users build a bootable Windows 11 USB drive to set up a new or existing PC, and Rufus or Ventoy are available as alternatives if the official tool isn't the right fit.
Engadget · 15 Sept, 01:43
Apple Home's new AI camera features come with a steep monthly price
With iOS 27 and tvOS 27, Apple Home is adding AI-powered features to security cameras, but getting full access for up to five cameras can cost nearly $60 a month. Critics say the price jump is disproportionate compared to competitors.
The Verge · 15 Sept, 01:43
OpenAI acquires smartphone camera tech firm Glass Imaging for $300 million
OpenAI has purchased California-based Glass Imaging, an AI-driven smartphone camera imaging company, in a deal reportedly worth more than $300 million, according to The Wall Street Journal.
TechCrunch · 15 Sept, 00:50
Nigeria's Dangote Launches Africa's Biggest-Ever Share Sale
Nigerian billionaire Aliko Dangote has kicked off the largest share sale in African stock market history, listing shares of his Lagos oil refinery. Trading is set to begin in November.
France 24 · 15 Sept, 00:49
Amodei's call to slow AI development sparks reactions from tech leaders and politicians
Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei published an essay urging a slower pace for AI development, drawing support from other industry leaders and mixed reactions from US politicians.
The Verge · 15 Sept, 00:47
Musk drops Apple from antitrust suit, but keeps fighting OpenAI
Elon Musk has ended his antitrust lawsuit against Apple over ChatGPT's integration into iPhones, while continuing the same legal fight against OpenAI.
Ars Technica · 14 Sept, 23:48
How to force quit unresponsive apps on Windows
Windows offers several ways to shut down a frozen program, ranging from the Task Manager to custom keyboard shortcuts, even though the platform doesn't call it "force quit."
Engadget · 14 Sept, 23:47
AI Networking Firm Cornelis Raises $205M to Challenge Nvidia's Dominance
Cornelis, a company building networking technology for AI chips, has raised $205 million and unveiled a new product aimed at reducing GPU idle time. The firm is pushing an open architecture to compete against Nvidia's market dominance.
TechCrunch · 14 Sept, 23:46
Google sets September 21 pre-order date for new Googlebook laptops
Google has announced that pre-orders for its new Googlebook laptop line will open on September 21. The devices run an Android-based version of ChromeOS and include several AI-driven features.
Engadget · 14 Sept, 22:50
Apple releases iOS 27 and iPadOS 27 with revamped Siri and speed boosts
Apple has begun rolling out iOS 27 and iPadOS 27, centered on a redesigned Siri assistant and broad system performance improvements. The update is available for iPhone 11 and newer.
Wired · 14 Sept, 22:50
Nintendo cuts prices on Switch games and accessories after tariff refund
Nintendo has launched a wide-ranging discount sale after receiving a tariff-related refund from the US government, running through September 26 across major retailers.
The Verge · 14 Sept, 22:45
Wildberries seeks metal mesh to cover more than 60 soccer fields — possibly to shield warehouses from drones
Russian online marketplace Wildberries has opened a tender for galvanized steel mesh for logistics centers in eight regions. The outlet The Bell suggests it may be meant to protect the facilities from Ukrainian drone strikes.
Meduza · 14 Sept, 22:43
Amazon Prime Video adds short-form news clips to compete with TikTok
Amazon announced it is bringing short-form news clips to Prime Video, aiming to attract younger viewers who typically turn to apps like TikTok and Instagram for news.
TechCrunch · 14 Sept, 21:46
Microsoft unveils AI code of conduct amid growing safety concerns
Microsoft has published a provisional code of conduct restricting its AI models, barring weapons-related requests and violent content, as industry leaders increasingly warn about losing control over AI systems.
The Guardian World · 14 Sept, 21:45
Google Drive can now use Gemini to suggest where your files belong
Google has rolled out an AI-powered organizing tool in Drive that suggests where to move stray files, though it's limited to paying subscribers and won't rename documents.
Engadget · 14 Sept, 21:44
Scientists: Devil's Arrows stones hauled 11 miles, not from nearest source
A new study finds that the stones of England's Devil's Arrows monument were transported in prehistoric times from Brimham Rocks, roughly 18 kilometers away, rather than from the closer source previously assumed. The finding points to deliberate selection and considerable engineering effort.
Ars Technica · 14 Sept, 20:49
iOS 27 brings Siri back to life — and people are actually using it
Apple has released iOS 27 with a rebuilt Siri powered by Google's Gemini models, capable of handling complex, multistep requests. A TechCrunch reporter's hands-on experience shows the assistant is finally becoming a daily tool after years of neglect.
TechCrunch AI · 14 Sept, 20:48
TIFF 2026: Toronto festival previews Musk documentary, horror series and Laika's new film
The Toronto International Film Festival is offering early looks at upcoming releases, including a nearly four-hour Elon Musk documentary and Laika's new stop-motion feature Wildwood.
The Verge · 14 Sept, 20:46
Netflix and Sega team up on films based on Crazy Taxi and Stranger Than Heaven
Netflix and Sega are expanding their partnership with new video game adaptations, including films based on Crazy Taxi and RGG Studio's upcoming Stranger Than Heaven, plus a new Sonic animated series.
Engadget · 14 Sept, 20:45
Africa's richest man launches continent's biggest share sale
Nigerian billionaire Aliko Dangote has launched the largest-ever public share offering in Africa, selling a stake in his oil refinery in a deal that could raise up to $2.1bn.
BBC World · 14 Sept, 19:49