Business & Technology
Pagani Huayra 70 Derecho – an exclusive anniversary hypercar
Pagani Automobili has unveiled the second of three anniversary models – the Huayra 70 Derecho – dedicated to founder Horacio Pagani's 70th birthday. The car debuted at the Goodwood Festival of Speed and features a manual gearbox and unique design.
iAuto.lv · 16 Jul, 05:36
Meta Denies NameTag Face Recognition Exists Despite Code and CTO’s Detailed Description
Meta executives claim the NameTag face recognition feature does not exist, even though WIRED found its code in the Meta AI app and the company’s CTO described its functionality at length in a podcast.
Wired · 16 Jul, 04:38
Buzz Aldrin sells pen and switch that saved Apollo 11 mission for $857,600
Apollo 11 astronaut Buzz Aldrin auctioned the felt-tip pen and broken circuit breaker switch that helped launch from the Moon, fetching $857,600 including buyer's premium.
Ars Technica · 16 Jul, 04:37
Apple to Raise AppleCare Plus Prices for Macs and iPads
Apple is reportedly increasing AppleCare Plus subscription costs by $0.50 per month or $5 per year for new subscribers, while existing subscribers will see no change.
The Verge · 16 Jul, 04:37
Microsoft Reportedly Coaches Sales Team to Talk Down OpenAI and Anthropic
Microsoft is training its sales team to negatively compare AI products from competitors like OpenAI, Google, and Anthropic, emphasizing the efficiency and cost-effectiveness of its own models, according to a Bloomberg report.
TechCrunch · 16 Jul, 04:37
Hundreds protest at Bethesda HQ against Xbox layoffs
Hundreds of Bethesda and ZeniMax employees rallied at the parent company's headquarters to protest mass layoffs by Microsoft, demanding a return to contract negotiations.
Ars Technica · 16 Jul, 03:37
Microsoft Trains Sales Staff to Downplay Rival AI Products from OpenAI and Anthropic
According to a Bloomberg report, Microsoft held an internal meeting where executives instructed salespeople to negatively compare AI products from OpenAI, Google, and Anthropic to Microsoft's own models, emphasizing efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
TechCrunch AI · 16 Jul, 03:37
Skullcandy Taps Bose to Shed Its Bargain-Bin Image
Skullcandy announces the Crusher 1080 ANC headphones, developed with Bose's expertise to improve sound quality and noise cancellation, aiming to upgrade its reputation.
Wired · 16 Jul, 03:37
Skullcandy Crusher 1080 review: Haptic bass meets whisper-quiet ANC
The Skullcandy Crusher 1080 is a new flagship headphone that pairs Bose audio technology with the brand's signature haptic bass, offering improved sound quality and noise cancellation over previous models, though it remains heavy and dated in design.
Engadget · 16 Jul, 03:37
Skullcandy's new Crusher 1080 ANC headphones feature Bose technologies
Skullcandy launched the Crusher 1080 ANC wireless headphones, the first non-Bose headphones to incorporate Bose's TrueSpatial audio with head tracking and QuietControl active noise cancellation.
The Verge · 16 Jul, 03:37
Greylock intentionally caps new fund at $1.5B when it could have raised more
Despite being able to raise several times more, Silicon Valley venture firm Greylock Ventures chose restraint to provide closer support to its portfolio companies.
TechCrunch · 16 Jul, 03:36
European Commission will not require smartwatches and other wearables to have replaceable batteries
The European Commission has adopted exemptions from the EU's 2023 battery regulation, exempting six new categories of electronics from the requirement to have user-replaceable batteries, including smartwatches and fitness trackers.
Engadget · 16 Jul, 02:38
Judge blocks Trump policy that could deport researchers for content moderation work
A US federal judge has issued a preliminary injunction halting a State Department policy that authorized immigration investigations into non-citizens working in content moderation, misinformation, and trust and safety, citing a lack of clear limits.
Ars Technica · 16 Jul, 02:37
HP OmniBook X Flip 2-in-1 with OLED screen gets a solid discount
Best Buy is selling the HP OmniBook X Flip laptop for $999.99, a $650 reduction from its regular price. The model features an Intel Core 7 Ultra CPU, 16GB of RAM, a 1TB SSD, and a 1920x1200 OLED touchscreen.
The Verge · 16 Jul, 02:37
Elon Musk Quietly Acquires Gas Turbine Company
Elon Musk has purchased APR Energy, a company that builds mobile gas and diesel turbines, in a deal estimated at around $1 billion. The acquisition, which took place in May without public announcement, is likely aimed at providing power for AI data centers.
Engadget · 16 Jul, 01:37
Sheetz completes migration of 838 stores away from VMware, citing Broadcom uncertainty
Fuel and convenience retailer Sheetz has moved all 838 store locations off VMware, citing the "too much uncertainty" created by Broadcom's acquisition and licensing changes. The migration was enabled by automation and StorMagic's SvHCI platform.
Ars Technica · 16 Jul, 01:37
Russian streetwear brand 'Marcelo Miracles' on brink of closure; founder cites draft notices, sales drop, fuel crisis
Mark Rodovsky, founder of the Russian streetwear brand Marcelo Miracles, announced the company is on the verge of shutting down due to draft notices causing key staff departures, a 30% sales decline, and a fuel crisis raising costs.
Meduza · 16 Jul, 01:36
Valve and iFixit agree to keep Steam Deck LCD batteries available
Valve confirms that iFixit will restock Steam Deck LCD batteries by next week, alleviating concerns over their discontinuation.
The Verge · 16 Jul, 01:36
Enterprise AI agents: Ambition outpaces reality, study finds
A new VentureBeat Pulse survey of 101 enterprises reveals that most deployed 'agents' are still chatbot wrappers, while only a few use true multi-step orchestration, despite rapid platform consolidation. Anthropic's Claude leads with 40% primary platform share.
VentureBeat AI · 16 Jul, 01:36
xAI sues man for using Grok to generate CSAM deepfakes
Elon Musk's xAI is suing a South Carolina man who allegedly used the Grok AI chatbot to generate and distribute child sexual abuse material.
The Verge · 16 Jul, 00:36
OpenAI unveils $230 coding keyboard amid Apple trade theft lawsuit
OpenAI has released a limited-edition $230 keyboard for its Codex AI coding assistant, featuring customizable keys and a joystick, as it also faces a lawsuit from Apple over alleged trade secret theft.
TechCrunch AI · 15 Jul, 23:38
Windows 0-day disclosed on same day Microsoft releases record number of patches
A new Windows zero-day vulnerability, dubbed HiveLegacy, has been publicly disclosed on the same day Microsoft issued a record-breaking number of security patches, potentially allowing non-admin users to gain administrator privileges.
Ars Technica · 15 Jul, 23:37
Roblox Shuts Down Its Video Chat Service Roblox Connect
Roblox is discontinuing its video calling service Roblox Connect, as users aged 13 and up prefer the Party Voice feature for private calls.
The Verge · 15 Jul, 23:37
NTSB confirms Tesla driver pressed accelerator 100% before fatal Texas crash
The National Transportation Safety Board said the driver of a Tesla involved in a June crash pressed the accelerator pedal fully, overriding the Full Self-Driving system.
TechCrunch · 15 Jul, 23:37
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra screens turning red: company investigating
Some Galaxy S26 Ultra owners report a reddish tint on their displays; Samsung has confirmed it is investigating the issue internally, though the cause remains unknown.
Engadget · 15 Jul, 23:37
'Explosive Diarrhea' Parasite Cyclospora Sickens Thousands in US; Taco Bell Investigated
Over 5,000 people in the US have been infected with Cyclospora, a parasite causing severe diarrhea. The outbreak has been linked to salad greens, and Taco Bell has voluntarily recalled some produce. Federal budget cuts hinder investigation efforts.
The Verge · 15 Jul, 22:37
Apple quietly reveals CarPlay video playback coming with iOS 27
At WWDC 2026, Apple announced that CarPlay will support video browsing and playback in iOS 27, but only when the car is parked, and the feature requires newer hardware and automaker support.
Engadget · 15 Jul, 22:37
Microsoft patches dangerous security flaw in Age of Empires II
Microsoft released a record number of security patches on Tuesday, including a critical fix for the remastered version of the 25-year-old strategy game Age of Empires II, which could allow attackers to take over a computer by sending a malicious game invite.
TechCrunch · 15 Jul, 22:37
FCC to repeal 39% TV ownership cap in boost for Trump-friendly news orgs
The FCC is moving to repeal the 39% national TV ownership cap, replacing it with a case-by-case review. Democrat Commissioner Anna Gomez calls the plan unlawful and warns it will harm local news.
Ars Technica · 15 Jul, 22:37
SpaceX Dips Below IPO Price Ahead of Starship Launch
SpaceX shares briefly fell below its $135 IPO price on Wednesday before recovering, amid a steady decline since June's blockbuster IPO. The dip comes just before the company's next Starship test flight, scheduled for Thursday.
TechCrunch AI · 15 Jul, 21:37
Andy Burnham signals a wealth tax is off the agenda for now
Incoming UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham has indicated he will not introduce a wealth tax immediately, easing business concerns but limiting his economic options.
The Guardian World · 15 Jul, 21:37
Apple Quietly Reveals How Its Maps Ads Will Differ from Google's
Apple published advertising policies for Apple Maps, prohibiting home services businesses and other categories, signaling a more curated approach than Google's.
TechCrunch · 15 Jul, 21:36
AI Isn’t Smarter Than a Baby Yet – New Research Highlights Differences
The new EgoBabyVLM benchmark reveals that advanced vision-language models fail to learn from infant-like headcam video, underscoring that AI still lacks the efficient learning capabilities of a one-year-old.
Wired · 15 Jul, 21:36
Something’s glowing on the Pixel 11’s camera bar
A new teaser for the Pixel 11 reveals a color-shifting orb on the camera bar, possibly linked to the rumored "Pixel Glow" feature from Android 17 betas.
The Verge · 15 Jul, 21:36
OpenAI launches a physical keypad for controlling its Codex agent
OpenAI has released the Codex Micro, a physical keypad created with Work Louder, designed to control the company's coding agent Codex.
Engadget · 15 Jul, 21:36
Repair of Bārbele-Ozolaine Road Delayed Due to Poor Bridge Condition and Rising Bitumen Costs
The reconstruction of the Bārbele-Ozolaine road, which began this spring after decades of promises, will be delayed because the bridge is in worse condition than expected, and contractors seek compensation for higher bitumen prices.
iAuto.lv · 15 Jul, 20:37