Business & Technology
More Anthropic researchers warn of AI dangers as Musk calls it a 'psyop'
Several Anthropic staff members have publicly warned that the AI technology they build could pose extinction-level risks within a decade, prompting Elon Musk and others to dismiss the concerns as a coordinated 'psyop'.
The Guardian World · 11 Sept, 01:07
Jensen Huang explains why Nvidia expects 70% growth next year
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang reiterated at a Goldman Sachs conference that he expects the company's revenue to grow 70% next year, citing its deep integration across the entire AI industry. Analysts estimate that would take revenue from roughly $400 billion to about $680 billion.
TechCrunch AI · 11 Sept, 01:07
Departing Anthropic Researcher's Warning About AI Extinction Risk Sparks Wide Debate
A researcher who recently quit Anthropic sparked viral debate by claiming AI could wipe out humanity within a decade, prompting WIRED journalists to weigh whether the warning is justified.
Wired · 11 Sept, 00:12
OpenAI pauses new Pro subscription sign-ups amid surging Astra demand
OpenAI has temporarily halted new sign-ups for its $200-per-month Pro plan after demand for its newest Astra model put unprecedented strain on the company's infrastructure. Cheaper plans and API access remain unaffected for now.
TechCrunch · 11 Sept, 00:08
Anthropic reveals scientists attempted to use Claude for bioweapon research
Anthropic's new report reveals that several scientists tried using its AI models to advance biological weapons research, though the attempts were detected and stopped. The company says such misuse is difficult to distinguish from legitimate research.
Engadget · 11 Sept, 00:07
Grindr agrees to pay £26 million over user data sharing claims
About 12,000 UK users sued dating app Grindr, alleging it shared sensitive personal data, including HIV status, with advertisers. The company has agreed to pay £26 million while denying wrongdoing.
Deutsche Welle · 10 Sept, 23:14
Europe moves ahead on its own Venus radar after NASA funding troubles
ESA has started building its own radar instrument for the Envision Venus mission after concluding NASA likely cannot deliver the one it promised. The setback is the latest in a string of budget-driven strains on joint US-European space projects.
Ars Technica · 10 Sept, 23:13
Drought Shrinks Rivers, Disrupting Global Trade
Low rainfall in several regions worldwide is lowering river water levels, creating shipping bottlenecks and pushing up prices.
The New York Times · 10 Sept, 23:13
Meta's new AI app Muse climbs App Store charts but trails other company debuts
Meta's AI agent Muse has reached No. 2 on the U.S. App Store with more than 83,000 iOS downloads since its Tuesday launch, though the figure lags well behind the debut numbers of other Meta apps like Threads.
TechCrunch · 10 Sept, 23:08
Meta's new AI agent app Muse climbs to No. 2 spot in US app charts
Meta's newly launched AI agent app Muse has reached the No. 2 position on the US iOS App Store, though its early download numbers trail behind other major app debuts.
TechCrunch AI · 10 Sept, 23:07
Scientists identify why astronauts often struggle with bowel movements in space
A NASA-backed study has found that microgravity alters astronauts' gut bacteria, causing constipation that could pose greater health risks on future long-duration Mars missions.
Latvijas Avīze · 10 Sept, 20:10
Italy extends diesel excise discount for one more week, hints at last general cut
Italy's government has prolonged its across-the-board diesel price discount for another week, until 17 September, while signalling it may be the final universal measure of its kind.
Euronews Business · 10 Sept, 20:09
Amazon's Fire TV Stick 4K drops to under $20 in limited-time sale
Online retailer Woot is selling the Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K for $16.09 through September 13th using a discount code, more than half off its usual price.
The Verge · 10 Sept, 20:07
Universal Music Group teams up with ElevenLabs on new AI music platform
Universal Music Group and ElevenLabs have announced a multi-year licensing deal and broader strategic partnership to build a new AI-powered platform for creating licensed music. The still-unnamed platform is in development, with no release date set.
Engadget · 10 Sept, 20:07
Yoto unveils new generation of kids' audio devices with higher prices
Yoto has introduced a fourth-generation Yoto Player and an updated Yoto Mini, offering more storage and easier controls for children, but both devices now cost more.
Engadget · 10 Sept, 19:14
Electric air taxis begin first federal test flights in Texas
A new US federal pilot program testing electric and autonomous aircraft has launched in Texas, with three eVTOL companies running a week of demonstration flights between cities and regional airports.
The Verge · 10 Sept, 19:08
Google makes it easier to switch between password managers on Android
Google has introduced a new Android feature that lets users transfer passwords and passkeys directly between password manager apps without exporting CSV files. The feature currently supports 1Password, Bitwarden and Dashlane.
TechCrunch · 10 Sept, 19:08
Winners of "Best Building in Latvia 2025" competition announced
An awards ceremony in Riga honored the winners of the "Best Building in Latvia 2025" competition across more than a dozen categories. The public choice award went to the Lielā Ezerkrasta promenade in Ludza.
Dienas Bizness · 10 Sept, 18:12
AI agents are flooding public services with new requests
A researcher finds that AI tools are driving a sharp rise in applications and complaints to public agencies worldwide, with most requests coming from legitimate claimants rather than spam.
TechCrunch AI · 10 Sept, 18:11
Meta's new AI assistant Muse gets things done — but knows unsettlingly much about you
Meta has launched Muse, an AI productivity assistant that can handle tasks like email cleanup and online shopping, but a hands-on test found it had gathered surprisingly detailed personal information from sources not even visible to the user.
The Verge · 10 Sept, 18:08
Nintendo's new discount sale partly funded by US tariff refunds, not returned to customers
Nintendo is holding a major discount sale from September 13-26, which it says was made possible partly by $300 million in tariff refunds from the US government rather than passing that money back to customers.
Engadget · 10 Sept, 18:06
ECB Raises Interest Rates for Second Time Amid Middle East Conflict
The European Central Bank raised its deposit rate from 2.25% to 2.5% on Thursday, citing inflationary pressure from the Middle East conflict. This marks the second rate hike since June, when the ECB tightened policy for the first time in three years.
ERR (rus) · 10 Sept, 17:10
Bending Spoons agrees to acquire collaboration platform Miro for €1.7 billion
Italian tech conglomerate Bending Spoons has signed a definitive all-cash agreement to acquire workspace platform Miro at an enterprise value of €1.7 billion. The deal is expected to close in the fourth quarter of 2026, pending regulatory approvals.
EU-Startups · 10 Sept, 17:06
Latvia Opens Quantum Excellence and Competence Centre at University of Latvia
A new nationwide Quantum Excellence and Competence Centre was opened at the University of Latvia on Thursday, September 10, aiming to strengthen the development of quantum science and technology in the country. The centre's future solutions could affect everyday life for the wider public.
LSM · 10 Sept, 16:11
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Latvia's fairest-paying employers named
According to the latest study by compensation and consulting firm Figure Baltic Advisory, Accenture's Latvian branch has again been named the fairest payer among large companies, while Linde Gas SIA topped the small and medium-sized business category.
TVNET · 10 Sept, 16:11
ECB raises interest rates again amid Middle East tensions
The European Central Bank has decided to raise its key interest rates, citing inflationary pressure from the conflict in the Middle East. The new rates take effect on September 16.
Dienas Bizness · 10 Sept, 16:11
Latvian households spent average of €318 a month on food in 2025
Latvia's Central Statistical Bureau reports that the average household spent €318 per month on food last year, or €151 per person. Over six years, these expenses grew by 53.5%.
LSM (rus) · 10 Sept, 16:11
Topping-out ceremony held at ERR's new Media House construction site
A traditional topping-out ceremony took place on Thursday at the construction site of Estonian public broadcaster ERR's new Media House, which has now reached its planned height. The event was documented in a 35-photo gallery.
ERR (rus) · 10 Sept, 16:08
Insta360 Luna Pro brings native 4K vertical video to pocket gimbal cameras
Insta360 has launched the $600 Luna Pro pocket gimbal camera, positioned as a rival to DJI's Osmo Pocket 4, with native 4K portrait-mode video as its standout feature.
Engadget · 10 Sept, 16:06
Supreme Court rejects agency's appeal over demolition of heritage-listed building in Jūrmala
Latvia's Supreme Court has declined to hear a cassation appeal in a case allowing a property owner to demolish a culturally valuable house in a Jūrmala cottage district and build a summer house in its place.
Dienas Bizness · 10 Sept, 15:13
BTA: Windshield damage claims cost insurer €3.4 million over three years
Insurer BTA reports that windshield damage accounts for roughly a quarter of all vehicle damage claims under its comprehensive coverage, with most cases requiring full glass replacement rather than repair.
TVNET · 10 Sept, 15:10
US Army awards $11M contract to Austin startup Tern for GPS-free navigation
The US Army has signed an $11.26 million contract with Austin-based startup Tern to deploy its low-cost, GPS-independent navigation technology in military vehicles. The system analyzes vehicle-generated data to determine location even when GPS signals are jammed or unavailable.
TechCrunch · 10 Sept, 15:08
NASA and IBM unveil AI model for lunar exploration
NASA and IBM have released an open-source AI model for analyzing the Moon's surface along with a new research dataset. The model has already shown strong accuracy in locating potential ice deposits and identifying new impact craters.
Engadget · 10 Sept, 15:07
Latvian households' food spending patterns shift as budget shares vary by age and location
In 2025, Latvian households spent the largest share of their food budget on meat, dairy and grain products, with elderly households allocating far more of their overall spending to food than families with children. Over six years, consumption of traditional staples like eggs, potatoes and bread has declined, while water, soft drinks and dairy consumption has risen.
Dienas Bizness · 10 Sept, 14:13
Scientists say they may be a step closer to detecting dark matter
Physicists report a potential breakthrough in the search for dark matter, a finding that could reshape our understanding of the universe if confirmed. The lead researcher and Guardian's science editor discuss the results.
The Guardian Science · 10 Sept, 14:12
Wired's 2026 Roundup: Best Bluetooth Speakers for Every Use Case
Wired has updated its guide to the best Bluetooth speakers, adding new models for various needs and budgets. The JBL Flip 7 remains the top overall pick for most users.
Wired · 10 Sept, 14:10