Business & Technology
Grindr wants to become an 'everything app' for gay men, but investors remain unconvinced
CEO George Arison says Grindr, which has nearly tripled revenue since 2022, is pushing beyond dating into healthcare and travel services. Yet part of Wall Street still applies what one investor called a 'Grindr discount' to the stock.
TechCrunch · 31 Aug, 05:25
NASA successfully launches new space telescope
NASA launched a new space telescope from Kennedy Space Center in Florida, named after astronomer Nancy Grace Roman. Scientists are calling it a true "discovery machine".
France 24 · 31 Aug, 04:32
How to fix an "iPhone Unavailable" lockscreen message
An iPhone that shows an "Unavailable" message after too many wrong passcode attempts can be unlocked through several methods depending on the iOS version and equipment on hand. Options range from restoring a recent previous passcode to a full reset using Find My or a computer.
Engadget · 31 Aug, 04:26
How to restart, soft reset or hard reset your iPhone
When an iPhone starts acting up or is being handed off to a new owner, there are three escalating troubleshooting steps available — from a simple restart to wiping all data. Each serves a different purpose in fixing problems.
Engadget · 31 Aug, 03:28
12TB Steam data leak exposes over a decade of lost PC gaming history
A roughly 12TB archive of content from Valve's defunct Steam2 server system, covering 2003 to 2013, has spread online, revealing previously unseen prototypes and playtest builds. Among the finds are cut content from Portal 2 and traces of the never-released Half-Life 2: Episode 3.
Ars Technica · 31 Aug, 02:28
How to get better sound quality out of Apple CarPlay
Apple CarPlay users can noticeably improve in-car audio quality by switching to a wired connection and adjusting streaming settings. A handful of simple changes can boost sound without replacing the car's speaker system.
Engadget · 31 Aug, 02:25
Texas Governor Abbott freezes funding for additional Flock cameras
Texas Governor Greg Abbott has halted state funding for new Flock surveillance cameras amid growing bipartisan criticism, just before an investigation revealed the state had already spent over $30 million on the systems.
The Verge · 31 Aug, 01:34
How to fine-tune your AirPods' sound and controls
Apple AirPods offer several customization options, from switching listening modes to a built-in hearing aid feature, though availability depends on the specific model owned.
Engadget · 31 Aug, 00:34
A forgotten gem: why Professor Murder Rides the Subway still hits hard
A music writer rediscovers New York dance-punk band Professor Murder's 16-minute 2006 EP while re-ripping old CDs, calling it a near-perfect example of the genre. The record remains available on Bandcamp and major streaming platforms.
The Verge · 31 Aug, 00:25
How to actually improve your Android Auto sound quality
Poor Android Auto audio usually isn't a cable problem — the real fixes lie in your music app's settings and your car's own audio processing. A pricier, faster cable won't help if the connection is already stable.
Engadget · 30 Aug, 23:26
Trump phones into NASA press conference to praise Roman telescope launch
US President Donald Trump unexpectedly called into a NASA post-launch press conference on Sunday to congratulate the team on the Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope launch. The moment stood out as an unusual instance of direct presidential involvement in NASA affairs.
Ars Technica · 30 Aug, 22:32
Spanish startup Liux bets on sustainability for its tiny EV to rival Chinese microcars
Spanish startup Liux plans to start selling its electric microcar, the Liux Big, next year, built with a recyclable linen-based biocomposite body. The company hopes sustainability will help it stand out as cheap Chinese EVs dominate Europe's shrinking-car trend.
TechCrunch · 30 Aug, 22:32
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Only a fifth of Latvians live above the poverty risk threshold
Latvia's at-risk-of-poverty threshold stands at 699 euros a month for a single person and 1,468 euros for a family of four with two children. Only about 22%, or roughly a fifth, of the population exceeds this level.
TVNET · 30 Aug, 22:30
Estonian entrepreneur Tallinn: 10–15% of top AI firms' staff want to end humanity
Estonian businessman Jaan Tallinn says a share of employees at the most influential AI companies actually aim to end human existence, a claim he made in a conversation with IT expert Linnar Viik that Delfi is publishing shortly before Anthropic's possible stock market listing.
Delfi · 30 Aug, 22:28
Over 12TB of leaked Steam files spanning a decade surface online
A massive data leak containing Valve and third-party game files from 2003 to 2013 has appeared online, totaling more than 12 terabytes.
Engadget · 30 Aug, 22:25
Massive 12TB Steam leak surfaces abandoned Half-Life 2: Episode 3 assets
A huge data leak of more than 12 terabytes has surfaced online, containing game builds uploaded to Steam between 2003 and 2013. Among the discoveries are assets from the never-released Half-Life 2: Episode 3.
The Verge · 30 Aug, 22:25
Not the GameCube, not the Wii U: This was Nintendo's biggest console flop
Nintendo's actual worst-selling console wasn't the GameCube or Wii U, but the 1995 Virtual Boy, which lasted less than a year on shelves. It can now be experienced again through Nintendo Switch Online.
Engadget · 30 Aug, 21:28
How to claim Xbox's birthday-week Microsoft Rewards bonus
Xbox users can earn double Microsoft Rewards points during their birthday week, redeemable for gift cards and in-game currency. A Microsoft account and Xbox Rewards sign-up are required to take part.
Engadget · 30 Aug, 20:32
Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope launches on mission to map dark matter and dark energy
NASA has successfully launched the Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope, which will spend about three months traveling to its orbit beyond the Moon to survey the universe and study dark matter and dark energy. The mission reaches this milestone after years of funding uncertainty and a name change.
The Verge · 30 Aug, 20:31
Musk says SpaceX will cast its own gas turbine blades to speed up AI power buildout
Elon Musk confirmed SpaceX is building a foundry in Bastrop, Texas to cast gas turbine blades and vanes in-house, aiming to cut up to 18 months off turbine deployment times. The move comes as existing SpaceXAI turbines in Memphis already face pollution complaints.
TechCrunch AI · 30 Aug, 20:30
Musk's faster route to gas turbines brings a pollution trade-off
Elon Musk confirmed SpaceX is building a foundry in Bastrop, Texas, to cast gas turbine blades in-house, aiming to speed up turbine deployment by up to 18 months. But existing turbines are already facing lawsuits and health research over their emissions.
TechCrunch · 30 Aug, 20:29
Robotaxi test drivers injured by sudden braking, OSHA data shows
Data submitted to the U.S. Occupational Safety and Health Administration shows Waymo and Zoox test drivers sustained more than two dozen injuries in 2024 and 2025 from abrupt vehicle movements. Experts note the true industry-wide figure may be higher since many AV companies are exempt from mandatory reporting.
TechCrunch · 30 Aug, 19:29
Apple built a stylus prototype for the foldable iPhone that may never launch
Apple has internally prototyped and tested a modified Apple Pencil for its upcoming foldable iPhone, but Bloomberg's Mark Gurman says it's unlikely to ship with the device.
Engadget · 30 Aug, 19:25
Caterpillar applies mining automation lessons to broader AI rollout
Industrial giant Caterpillar is drawing on decades of experience automating mining operations to expand AI use across construction sites and its own workforce. The company plans to invest $100 million over five years to train employees in AI and autonomy.
TechCrunch AI · 30 Aug, 18:29
Simple tweaks that can make Android Auto work better for you
Android Auto offers many customization options that most drivers never touch, from cleaning up the home screen to switching to Google's Gemini assistant. A few easy adjustments can reduce distractions and make the platform feel more personal.
Engadget · 30 Aug, 17:30
Why smart TVs often run short on storage space
Most new smart TVs ship with only about 8GB of storage, much of which is consumed by the operating system and pre-installed apps. Users can free up space by clearing app cache, uninstalling unused apps, or switching to a separate streaming device.
Engadget · 30 Aug, 16:31
Chess.com expands beyond chess: poker site launches, go and mahjong to follow
Chess.com has launched a free poker platform called Gambit and plans to build similar sites for other classic games. The company says AI helped it expand for the first time in nearly 20 years.
The Verge · 30 Aug, 16:30
China's humanoid robots stumble, catch fire and set new records at Beijing Games
Beijing has wrapped up the second World Humanoid Robot Games, where robots delivered both impressive sporting feats and clumsy failures. Chinese teams dominated the competition overwhelmingly.
The Verge · 30 Aug, 15:30
How to tell whether your TV is actually showing 4K
Owning a 4K TV and a 4K subscription doesn't guarantee you're watching in true 4K — several links in the chain need to line up. Here's how to check each one.
Engadget · 30 Aug, 15:30
Study: Germany has the most expensive electricity among G20 countries
Germany has the highest electricity prices for consumers among all G20 nations, according to an analysis by the Verivox portal. The main reason is taxes and levies, which make up more than 60% of the final price.
ERR (rus) · 30 Aug, 15:28
Screen-Free Wearables Are Gaining Ground as Users Seek Less Distraction
A wave of screen-free health wearables — from Whoop to the new Fitbit Air — is gaining traction by promising to track wellness data without demanding constant attention. The trend is partly driven by fatigue with notification-heavy tech and AI's dual role as both a subscription upsell and a source of digital overload.
Wired · 30 Aug, 14:30
Label Maker Roundup 2026: Brother Devices Top Wired's Picks
Wired tested several home label makers and named two Brother models as standouts — one for affordability, another for premium design features. Both proved durable across everyday household conditions.
Wired · 30 Aug, 13:26
Bear markets and market darlings: why investors are told to stay patient, while Nvidia, Tesla and Apple face a contrarian view
The Motley Fool reminds investors that bear markets historically end with sharp rebounds, so staying invested matters — while another Motley Fool piece takes a skeptical, contrarian stance on the world's three most actively traded stocks: Nvidia, Tesla and Apple.
2 avoti · 30 Aug, 11:34
Zurich and Geneva top list of Europe's most expensive cities to buy an apartment
A Deutsche Bank report finds Swiss cities are the most expensive places in Europe to buy an apartment, while Istanbul and Athens rank as the cheapest among 28 surveyed cities.
Euronews Business · 30 Aug, 08:27
Reporter requested data from 100 companies — some deleted it instead
A Wired journalist filed data access requests with more than 100 companies under California's privacy law, but several mistakenly deleted his accounts or refused to comply instead of granting access. Consumer advocates say the incidents expose weak enforcement of privacy rights.
Ars Technica · 30 Aug, 06:32
Lithuanian media praise Latvia's tech companies in Baltic startup comparison
Lithuanian outlet Lrytas.lt has published an overview of Baltic startup ecosystems, highlighting the international success of Latvian tech companies, especially in fintech. Each Baltic country shows distinct strengths, but turning individual success stories into a repeatable trend remains the region's next challenge.
Latvijas Avīze · 30 Aug, 05:29