Business & Technology
Why some iPhone calls have no decline option while others do
A locked iPhone shows only a slide-to-answer control for incoming calls, while an unlocked one offers both answer and decline. Calls can also be declined with the side button, and several tools exist for handling unwanted callers.
Engadget · 3 Nov, 02:09
Irish cattle can currently meet Algerian health certificate criteria, DAFM says
Ireland's Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine has confirmed that Irish cattle can currently meet the animal health requirements of the veterinary certificate agreed with Algeria. The statement follows news last week that Algeria had "temporarily closed" something.
AgriLand (Īrija) · 3 Nov, 02:09
Red gold from purple flowers: saffron harvest in Kashmir
Kashmiri saffron is one of the world's most expensive spices and is grown mainly in the Pampore area of Jammu and Kashmir in India. The Guardian has published a photo gallery of the harvest.
Guardian Farming · 3 Nov, 02:08
Richard Norton named new CEO of GrainGrowers
Experienced executive Richard Norton has been appointed chief executive officer of the grain industry organisation GrainGrowers. He succeeds Shona Gawel.
Grain Central (graudi) · 3 Nov, 02:08
Anthropic warns it may soon reach its own threshold for recursive self-improvement
In a revised S-1A filing, AI company Anthropic says it may imminently meet its own definition of dramatically AI-accelerated progress. It states that none of its current models has crossed that threshold yet.
TechCrunch AI · 3 Nov, 01:11
Apple cannot say when iPhone Duo supply will catch up with demand
Apple CEO John Ternus told Reuters the company cannot predict when supply and demand for its foldable iPhone Duo will balance out. He also described memory pricing as unprecedented.
The Verge · 3 Nov, 01:09
How to Translate Text With Your Phone Camera: Google Translate, Lens and AI Apps
A smartphone camera can translate foreign-language signs using Google Translate, Google Lens or the iPhone's built-in camera feature. Engadget's guide says AI apps often give more accurate results for harder cases such as restaurant menus.
Engadget · 3 Nov, 01:09
US firm Exedy Drones opens reservations for Ayre CX agricultural spray drone
Michigan-based Exedy Drones has begun taking reservations for its US-built Ayre CX spray drone, with first deliveries targeted for spring 2027. The market remains unsettled after the FCC banned sales of new foreign-made drone models.
AgFunderNews (agrotehn.) · 3 Nov, 01:08
Apple's inventory up 154% in a year as memory chip costs climb
Apple's inventory reached $14.54 billion at the end of its fiscal fourth quarter, and management expects memory costs to keep rising. The company forecasts a lower gross margin and blamed supply constraints for weak iPad sales.
TechCrunch · 3 Nov, 01:08
Washington State Resident Dies of Bird Flu After Exposure at Infected Dairy Farm
A Yakima County resident in Washington state has died of bird flu after exposure at an infected dairy farm. It is the third US human death since the virus jumped to dairy cows.
Ars Technica · 3 Nov, 00:11
Burga Phone Accessories Get $25 Off Orders Over $50 on Shop
Phone cases and other accessories from the brand Burga are discounted on the Shop platform, with $25 off orders of $50 or more. The discount is applied automatically at checkout.
Wired · 3 Nov, 00:11
Apple posts iPhone sales record despite no standard model in this year's lineup
US tech company Apple earned $57.58 billion from iPhone sales in its fourth quarter, up 17 percent from a year earlier. The result came even though this year's refresh included no standard iPhone model.
The Verge · 3 Nov, 00:08
US to suspend South Africa and Rwanda from duty-free trade access
The United States is suspending South Africa and Rwanda from duty-free access to its market. For South Africa, this affects about $1.7bn in annual exports.
Al Jazeera · 2 Nov, 23:11
Meta to End Quest 2 and Quest Pro OS Updates in 2027
Meta has announced that the last operating system update for its Quest 2 and Quest Pro VR headsets will be released by March 2027. The company now calls the Quest 3 and 3S the baseline for its VR gamers.
The Verge · 2 Nov, 23:08
Early Black Friday: WIRED Picks Espresso Machines With Discounts of Up to $200
Technology outlet WIRED has rounded up deals on five espresso and cappuccino machines its reviewers have tested. Discounts in the US market range from $50 to $200 ahead of Thanksgiving and Black Friday.
Wired · 2 Nov, 22:12
Casio launches CT-FS1 keyboard that lets players follow songs without hitting a wrong note
Japanese instrument maker Casio has released the CT-FS1 keyboard with new Feel Sync technology that adapts the keys to a chosen song. It costs $400 and is available now.
Engadget · 2 Nov, 22:11
Germany Warns Lawmakers’ iPhones May Have Been Hacked With Spyware
Germany’s federal cybersecurity office, the BSI, says Bundestag members and other prominent people received Apple warnings about possible attacks on their iPhones. Apple sent the latest batch of alerts to users in 99 countries.
TechCrunch · 2 Nov, 22:11
BMW to launch urban driver assist in Germany from 2027
German carmaker BMW will begin offering a Level 2 driver-assistance system that partly drives in cities from 2027, starting in Germany. It is aimed at keeping pace with Tesla's FSD, and drivers must stay attentive.
The Verge · 2 Nov, 22:09
Veteran cars set off from London on annual run to Brighton
On Sunday, 1 November, veteran cars drove from Hyde Park in London to the south coast in the annual London to Brighton Veteran Car Run. This year's event marked 140 years since Karl Benz introduced his Patent-Motorwagen.
Euronews · 2 Nov, 21:11
Some Websites Are Blocking AI Agents From Using Their Services
Online stores, banks and other service providers are restricting AI agents that shop or book travel on users' behalf. Some limits are deliberate, while others stem from existing security systems that cannot tell agents from unwanted automated traffic.
Engadget · 2 Nov, 21:10
Ford pledges not to sell customers' driving data to data brokers
US automaker Ford has publicly vowed never to sell customer driving data to third-party data brokers. The pledge follows General Motors' agreement to pay $220 million over the illegal sale of such data.
The Verge · 2 Nov, 21:09
Samsung Galaxy phones still ship with preinstalled apps, but many can be removed
Samsung Galaxy smartphones still come with preinstalled apps that many users don't need, even in 2026. Several can be uninstalled, disabled or hidden in a few taps.
Engadget · 2 Nov, 20:12
Custom chip designer Marvell to buy optical equipment maker Lumentum for $115 billion
US company Marvell has agreed to acquire optical chip and networking equipment maker Lumentum in a deal with an enterprise value of $115 billion. It is one of the largest acquisitions in tech history.
TechCrunch · 2 Nov, 20:11
Western Pharma Giants Paid Millions to Russian Distributors Linked to Fraud, Whistleblower Report Says
Four major Western drugmakers allegedly paid unusually high bonuses to Russian middlemen supplying cancer drugs to state hospitals, according to whistleblower documents filed with U.S. regulators. The companies either declined to comment or did not respond.
The Moscow Times · 2 Nov, 20:10
OpenAI to pilot data center program that frees up power during grid emergencies in Georgia
AI company OpenAI has announced a "Grid Protectors Program" that would release up to 1,000 megawatts of power in emergencies. It will be piloted at a planned data center in Georgia, USA.
The Verge · 2 Nov, 20:09
Boeing Filled a Plane Cabin With Nine Tonnes of Potatoes to Test Wi-Fi
US aircraft maker Boeing used potatoes instead of passengers to test in-flight Wi-Fi, because they absorb radio waves much like the human body. The project helped improve wireless coverage on several aircraft models.
NRA · 2 Nov, 20:08
Apple's smart home robot could be delayed until 2028
Apple has reportedly pushed back the launch of its rumored smart home robot until next year at the earliest, possibly 2028, according to The Information. The hardware is said to be finished, but the software is not.
The Verge · 2 Nov, 19:08
NBCUniversal Chief: Live Sports and Unified Structure Drive Peacock Growth
NBCUniversal Media Group chairman Matt Strauss told The Verge how the company merged its broadcast and streaming teams. Parent company Comcast is meanwhile preparing to spin NBCUniversal off as a standalone company.
The Verge · 2 Nov, 18:10
Nagoshi Studio, founded by the creator of Yakuza, officially dissolved in Japan
Nagoshi Studio, the game studio founded by Yakuza series creator Toshihiro Nagoshi, has officially closed less than a year after announcing its first game, Gang of Dragon. The fate of that game remains unclear.
Engadget · 2 Nov, 18:09
Dutch startup Fooditive in talks to commercialize low-calorie rare sugar 5-KDF in the US
Rotterdam-based food tech startup Fooditive is in advanced talks with a major ingredients supplier to commercialize its new sweetener 5-KDF in the US. It is awaiting a response from the US Food and Drug Administration to its safety notification.
AgFunderNews (agrotehn.) · 2 Nov, 18:09
Why the Nintendo Switch 2 needs a microSD Express card
The Nintendo Switch 2 has 256GB of storage, which may not be enough for large games. The console only works with microSD Express cards, and the old Switch card cannot store games.
Engadget · 2 Nov, 17:12
Russian Discount Retailer Fix Price Fully Withdraws from Mongolia
Fix Price, Russia's largest value retailer, closed all three of its stores in Mongolia by the end of September. The company has not publicly explained the decision.
The Moscow Times · 2 Nov, 17:11
Omen AI buys rival Aquatic Labs in $16 million deal
US startup Omen AI, which builds sensors to monitor data center cooling fluids, is acquiring competitor Aquatic Labs in a $16 million deal. The companies plan to merge their technologies into a single sensor expected on the market in early next year.
TechCrunch AI · 2 Nov, 17:09
Data center backlash could cost Republicans votes in Florida governor's race
In Florida's governor race, Republican nominee Byron Donalds backs data center development, while Democrat David Jolly promises a one-year moratorium. Polling shows 68 percent of residents oppose such facilities in their communities.
The Verge · 2 Nov, 17:09
Choosing a Professional Refrigerator: It Is About More Than Keeping Food Fresh
A representative of refrigeration equipment company ALFIS says choosing a business refrigerator should start with what will be stored, the required temperature and how heavily it will be used. The purchase price is only part of the total cost.
Dienas Bizness · 2 Nov, 16:11
OpenAI to merge the Chat and Work tabs in the ChatGPT desktop app
AI company OpenAI is preparing to combine the Chat and Work tabs of its ChatGPT desktop app into a single experience. It will first go to selected users for feedback.
TechCrunch AI · 2 Nov, 16:11