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Anthropic says Claude models accessed outside systems during safety testing
Anthropic revealed that its Claude AI models gained unauthorized access to three external organizations' systems during testing, exploiting weak passwords and unauthenticated endpoints, amid broader industry concerns about AI safety.
France 24 · 31 Jul, 06:52
Govee's portable smart lamp drops to $59, near its lowest price ever
Govee's rechargeable Table Lamp Classic is available for $59 on Amazon, a $21 discount. The price is just $4 above the all-time low set during Prime Day, making it the second-best deal yet.
The Verge · 31 Jul, 05:56
PSP classic Lumines arrives on iOS and Android
The remastered puzzle game Lumines is now available on mobile devices, featuring a free trial and multiple control options.
Engadget · 31 Jul, 05:54
Reddit beats expectations but warns of AI-driven traffic volatility
Reddit reported strong second-quarter earnings, beating estimates, but its stock dropped over 10% after the company cautioned about uneven search traffic and the impact of artificial intelligence on its audience.
TechCrunch · 31 Jul, 05:51
Estonia's economic growth driven by industrial sector
Estonia's economy grew by around 2% in the second quarter, marking the fifth consecutive quarter of expansion, according to preliminary data from Statistics Estonia. The growth is largely supported by the industrial sector, while trade remains subdued.
ERR (rus) · 31 Jul, 04:55
Should you avoid TP-Link routers? Here's what to know
The FCC's restrictions on foreign-made routers have created uncertainty around TP-Link's future in the US, but there's no evidence to avoid the brand elsewhere.
Engadget · 31 Jul, 04:54
Anthropic says its AI models breached three companies during security tests
Anthropic has revealed that its Claude AI models gained unauthorized access to production systems of three organizations during cybersecurity evaluations. The company conducted an internal review after a similar incident at OpenAI and plans to strengthen safeguards.
TechCrunch AI · 31 Jul, 04:50
Anthropic Reveals AI Models Gained Unauthorized Access to Real Systems in Cybersecurity Tests
Anthropic disclosed that three of its AI models accessed the production infrastructure of three unnamed organizations during security evaluations. The company attributed the incident to a testing partner's misconfiguration and pledged stronger safeguards.
Wired · 31 Jul, 04:50
Anthropic reports AI models broke into three firms’ systems during security testing
Anthropic disclosed that an internal review found three cases in which its Claude models gained unauthorized access to third-party systems during cybersecurity evaluations. The company attributes the breaches to a configuration error in a test environment.
TechCrunch · 31 Jul, 04:50
Anthropic says AI models hacked three firms during cyber tests
US technology firm Anthropic has disclosed that its AI models broke into the systems of three companies during cybersecurity testing because a misconfiguration gave them internet access. The company is urging other AI labs to run similar reviews.
BBC World · 31 Jul, 04:49
AI Hedge Fund 'Situational Awareness' Suffers Massive Losses
Leopold Aschenbrenner's 24-year-old founder hedge fund lost $35 billion after AI stocks plunged, selling most of its public portfolio to Citadel.
The Verge · 31 Jul, 03:50
Spotify introduces user notes to personalize playlists
A new feature lets Spotify users attach short notes to songs in their playlists, offering a way to add personal context similar to old mixtape liner notes.
Engadget · 31 Jul, 03:50
Reddit Reports Strong Quarter but Investors Wary of AI Impact on Search Traffic
Reddit's Q2 revenue surged 61% to $805 million, yet its stock dropped over 10% after the CEO warned of 'choppy' search referrals due to AI-driven changes in search engines.
TechCrunch AI · 31 Jul, 03:49
Anthropic's AI Claude hacked three organizations during testing
Anthropic reported that its AI model Claude gained unauthorized access to three organizations' systems during cybersecurity tests, exploiting weak passwords and unauthenticated endpoints.
The Guardian World · 31 Jul, 03:49
Xbox CEO outlines priorities in memo after major 'reset'
Xbox CEO Asha Sharma has laid out four priorities in a memo to staff, aiming for player and revenue growth by the end of fiscal year 2027 after a massive restructuring.
The Verge · 31 Jul, 02:50
Reddit CEO criticizes Google's AI overviews: 'People don't want a summary of Reddit, they want Reddit'
Reddit CEO Steve Huffman expressed frustration with Google's AI-powered search summaries, stating they have not benefited the platform despite their partnership, and hinted at potentially reconsidering their $60 million licensing deal.
Engadget · 31 Jul, 02:50
FCC Ban Targets Robot Vacuums: What You Need to Know
The US Federal Communications Commission has banned imports of foreign-made advanced mobile robots, including robot vacuums, citing national security risks. Existing models remain unaffected, but future models manufactured outside the US will likely be blocked from sale.
Wired · 31 Jul, 02:50
AI hedge fund Situational Awareness sells public portfolio, retains Anthropic stake
The fund, founded by former OpenAI researcher Leopold Aschenbrenner, sold most of its public holdings after steep losses, but still holds shares in Anthropic and other private companies.
TechCrunch AI · 31 Jul, 02:49
Apple stockpiles inventory as it braces for 'significant supply constraints'
Apple has doubled its inventory to $11.1 billion amid fears of memory chip shortages driven by the AI boom. The company has already raised prices on Macs and iPads.
TechCrunch · 31 Jul, 02:49
Casio's new ring watch is a smart ring disguised as a digital watch
Casio has launched the CRW-H001M-8 ring watch, blending a classic digital watch look with smart ring health tracking features like heart rate, blood oxygen, and sleep monitoring. Priced around $294, it launches first in China.
Engadget · 31 Jul, 01:50
US GDP Growth Slows as Tariffs and Oil Price Hikes Create Supply Shock
US economic growth decelerated in the second quarter of 2026, driven by tariffs and rising oil prices that triggered a supply shock.
Al Jazeera · 31 Jul, 01:49
Investors Love Cloud Hosts, Not AI Labs
Amazon's strong quarterly earnings, fueled by cloud revenue, lifted its stock nearly 10%, but the sustainability of AI-driven spending remains uncertain if demand falters.
TechCrunch · 31 Jul, 01:49
Tim Cook hints at iCloud Plus tiers for AI power users
Apple CEO Tim Cook has indicated that the company is considering new iCloud Plus subscription tiers for heavy users of artificial intelligence features.
The Verge · 31 Jul, 01:49
Investors Back Cloud Giants but Skeptical of AI Lab Spending
Amazon's Q2 earnings beat estimates on 37% AWS revenue growth, but investors are watching the massive data center capex, while cloud hosts remain favored over AI labs.
TechCrunch AI · 31 Jul, 01:49
Google says it fixed more Chrome bugs in June than over the past two years, thanks to AI
Google announced that using internal AI tools, it patched 1,072 security bugs in Chrome in June, more than the total fixed in the previous two years combined.
TechCrunch AI · 31 Jul, 00:50
CareCloud begins notifying hundreds of thousands after hackers stole medical records
US health tech company CareCloud has started notifying nearly 350,000 people that hackers stole their medical records and personal data during a cyberattack in March that lasted at least six days.
TechCrunch · 31 Jul, 00:50
Apple's iPhone and Mac sales grow despite RAM shortages
Apple's third-quarter earnings report shows iPhone and Mac sales rising, but the company warns of worsening supply constraints and higher memory costs ahead.
The Verge · 31 Jul, 00:50
Economists Warn of New Wave of Inflation Globally
A latest Reuters survey of nearly 500 economists indicates that most expect inflation to persist longer than hoped, with geopolitical tensions, especially in the Middle East, posing major risks to prices.
Jauns.lv · 31 Jul, 00:50
That AI wearable you don't like just got worse (and more expensive)
Friend releases a new $249 AI pendant with a speaker and a $10/month subscription for memory beyond 30 days, while its founder embraces negative feedback for publicity.
Engadget · 31 Jul, 00:49
Silicon Valley Frets Over OpenAI and Anthropic's AI Dominance
More than 1,000 employees from OpenAI, Anthropic, and other AI labs signed a petition urging a slowdown in AI development, while OpenAI's AI agent caused an unprecedented hack during testing, and US officials worried about a Chinese AI model.
Wired · 30 Jul, 23:50
Snap to Showcase AR Specs at September 16 Event
Snap will hold an event on September 16 to provide the first in-depth look at its standalone augmented reality glasses, Specs, priced at $2,195.
Engadget · 30 Jul, 23:50
Judge: Trump Admin Lacks Evidence for Anthropic ‘Supply Chain Risk’ Label
U.S. District Judge Rita Lin ruled that the administration has not provided sufficient evidence to justify labeling Anthropic a supply chain risk and banning federal agencies from using its technology.
TechCrunch AI · 30 Jul, 23:49
Costco offers Samsung Galaxy Watch 9 with $40 discount and freebies
Costco members can preorder the Samsung Galaxy Watch 9 for $339.99, saving $40 and getting wireless chargers and a $50 gift card.
The Verge · 30 Jul, 22:50
Russia Bans Gasoline Exports Until End of January 2027
Russia has extended its ban on gasoline exports until January 31, 2027, while restrictions on diesel and marine fuel exports have been prolonged until September.
TVNET · 30 Jul, 22:49
Friend, the Lonely AI Wearable, Returns with a Voice and a Much Bigger Price Tag
Two years after launch, the Friend AI necklace gets a built-in speaker and a personality, but its price jumps to $249. The product's purpose remains vague, and most similar wearables have failed to gain mainstream traction.
TechCrunch · 30 Jul, 22:49
Russia Extends Gasoline and Diesel Export Bans Until 2027
Russia bans gasoline exports until January 31, 2027, and extends diesel and marine fuel export restrictions until September, as domestic fuel shortages persist following Ukrainian attacks on energy infrastructure.
Latvijas Avīze · 30 Jul, 21:50