Business & Technology
Meta’s glasses will turn off the camera if you tamper with the privacy light
Meta is rolling out an update that disables the camera on its smart glasses when tampering with the privacy LED is detected. The move follows increased scrutiny and misuse.
The Verge · 8 Jul, 03:36
Australian house prices fall but remain double the decade-ago level
While Australian house prices have declined in recent months, they are still more than double what they were a decade ago, and affordability has worsened.
The Guardian World · 8 Jul, 03:36
Netflix to Host Videos from BuzzFeed, Condé Nast, and Other Publishers
Starting August 3rd, Netflix’s streaming library will include video content from several digital media brands, including BuzzFeed, Condé Nast, and Hearst Magazines.
The Verge · 8 Jul, 02:37
Michigan sees explosive outbreak of diarrheal parasite with over 700 cases
Michigan has reported over 700 cases and 36 hospitalizations from Cyclospora cayetanensis since June 22, with cases surging from 170 to over 700 in less than a week. The source of the outbreak remains unknown.
Ars Technica · 8 Jul, 02:37
Meta Develops Tool to Identify Images and Videos Created with Its New AI Models
Meta has introduced a web-based detection tool that uses invisible watermarks to identify images and videos generated or edited with its new model, Muse Image.
Engadget · 8 Jul, 02:36
India Calls Out Meta Over Reported Child Sexual Abuse Imagery in Ads
India has called out Meta after reports that child sexual abuse imagery was being advertised on one of its platforms; the company says it is in touch with authorities.
The New York Times · 8 Jul, 02:36
AI Data Centers Drive Up Energy Costs for US Manufacturers, Threatening Trump's 'Made in America' Plan
Rising electricity costs due to data center demand are squeezing US manufacturers in the Rust Belt, potentially undermining President Trump's manufacturing revival plan.
Ars Technica · 8 Jul, 01:38
Netflix struggles to retain viewers after first seasons
Netflix series see significant viewership drops in second seasons, with 'Beef' losing 70% of its audience. Competition, long gaps between seasons, and declining quality are key factors.
The Verge · 8 Jul, 01:37
NASA Transfers Maryland Woodland to US Fish and Wildlife Service
NASA has officially transferred ownership of a 103-acre parcel known as Area 400 near its Goddard Space Flight Center to the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, integrating it into the Patuxent Research Refuge. The land, previously used for propellant research, faced potential sale that raised environmental concerns since 2022.
Engadget · 8 Jul, 01:37
Meta Now Lets Anyone Use Your Instagram Photos in AI Images—Unless You Opt Out
Meta's new AI image model automatically opts public Instagram profiles into being used for generative AI remixes, requiring manual opt-out to prevent it.
Wired · 8 Jul, 01:37
Meta rolls out Muse, a new AI image generator
Meta has unveiled a free AI image generator called Muse, available across its apps and services including Instagram Stories and WhatsApp.
TechCrunch AI · 8 Jul, 01:36
Final extension: Startup Battlefield Australia applications now close July 20
TechCrunch has extended the application deadline for Startup Battlefield Australia to July 20, giving early-stage startups from Australia and New Zealand one more chance to compete for a spot at the global stage.
TechCrunch · 8 Jul, 01:36
Microsoft joins AI cost-cutting trend by relying more on its own models
Microsoft has started using its own MAI models in Excel and Word to reduce reliance on OpenAI and Anthropic, following a broader industry trend of curbing AI spending.
TechCrunch · 8 Jul, 00:38
Meta launches Muse Image AI model for image generation and editing
Meta has introduced Muse Image, a new AI model capable of generating images from complex prompts, blending multiple photos, and creating functional QR codes. It is currently rolling out to users in the US via Meta AI, Instagram, and WhatsApp.
Engadget · 8 Jul, 00:38
SpaceX joins Nasdaq-100, bypassing three-month trading rule
Elon Musk's SpaceX has been included in the Nasdaq-100 index less than a month after its IPO, waiving the typical three-month trading requirement.
Al Jazeera · 8 Jul, 00:38
AI-generated fakes flood social media during Khamenei's funeral
As Iran mourned former Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, AI-generated videos and photos claiming to show the event spread widely, many containing errors and exaggerated crowds.
France 24 · 8 Jul, 00:37
OpenAI’s Chief Futurist Joshua Achiam Is Leaving the Company
OpenAI’s chief futurist Joshua Achiam has announced he will leave the company later this month after nearly nine years, saying the decision was not driven by any specific reason but had been on his mind for a while.
Wired · 8 Jul, 00:37
Microsoft layoffs hit Bethesda and id Software hard
Microsoft's ongoing workforce reductions have severely impacted its game studios, including id Software and Bethesda, with up to half of The Elder Scrolls Online team reportedly let go.
Ars Technica · 7 Jul, 23:38
Open Source AI Models Are Rising, But Frontier Labs Like Anthropic Aren't Hurt Yet
Despite the rapid growth of open source AI models, expensive frontier models still capture the majority of spending, according to data from platforms Vercel and OpenRouter.
TechCrunch AI · 7 Jul, 23:38
Why the Rise of Open-Source AI Isn’t Hurting Anthropic Yet
Despite surging usage of open-source models like DeepSeek, spending on frontier models, especially Anthropic’s, remains high because the market is expanding rapidly and these models still dominate new use-case discovery.
TechCrunch · 7 Jul, 23:37
Meta launches Muse Image AI model that can pull Instagram users into photos
Meta has unveiled Muse Image, the first AI image generation model from its Superintelligence Labs, now powering tools in Instagram and WhatsApp, with Facebook and Messenger coming soon.
The Verge · 7 Jul, 23:36
Google Pixel 11 launch set for August 12, possible price hikes
Google has confirmed its Pixel 11 event on August 12 in New York City. The new phones are likely more expensive due to increased base storage and AI component shortages.
Ars Technica · 7 Jul, 22:37
Discord Admits AI Moderation Bug Wrongfully Banned Over 8,000 Users for Harmless Images
Discord has acknowledged that a bug in its AI moderation system mistakenly banned more than 8,000 accounts over the past two months, including users who uploaded images of spreadsheets, chessboards, or game textures. The company is restoring all affected accounts.
TechCrunch · 7 Jul, 22:36
Hasbro and Scooby-Doo team up for one of the goofiest Transformers yet
Hasbro has launched two new Transformers robots in collaboration with Scooby-Doo: Mysterious Prime and Automutt, transforming from the Mystery Machine van and a box of Scooby Snacks.
Engadget · 7 Jul, 22:36
X Admits Top Accounts Steal Videos, Launches New Editing Tools to Curb Recycled Content
X’s head of product revealed that many viral videos from top accounts are stolen from other users, prompting the platform to introduce a new in-app video editor and recorder to encourage original content.
The Verge · 7 Jul, 21:36
What does the CE mark on your electronics actually mean?
The CE mark indicates a product meets EU health and safety standards. It is mandatory for many items, but a similar-looking "China export" mark has no official connection to European regulations.
Engadget · 7 Jul, 21:36
Netflix Expands into Short Video Content with New Publisher Deals
Netflix will start offering short-form videos from publishers like BuzzFeed and Variety starting August 3, testing audience appetite for non-traditional content.
TechCrunch · 7 Jul, 20:37
Google announces Pixel 11 launch event in August
Google will host its next Made by Google event on August 12th in New York City, unveiling the Pixel 11 lineup. The event starts at 6PM ET.
The Verge · 7 Jul, 20:37
Google's next Pixel event is on August 12
Google announced that its next-generation Pixel devices will be unveiled on August 12 at 6 PM ET. Unlike previous years, the event will be held in the evening so viewers don't need to take time off work.
Engadget · 7 Jul, 20:36
Heavy Rains Damage Sweet Cherry Harvest
Heavy rains in Latvia have severely affected the sweet cherry harvest, causing cracking and rot. Growers are lowering pick-your-own prices and considering freezing the berries for juice production.
LSM · 7 Jul, 20:36
Estonia launches 100 MW battery park Hertz 2
In Aruküla, Harju County, Estonia, the battery energy storage system Hertz 2 with 100 MW capacity and 200 MWh storage has been officially opened. Together with Hertz 1 opened in February in Kiisa, it forms one of the most powerful complexes of its kind in continental Europe, helping to stabilize the Baltic electricity grid.
Dienas Bizness · 7 Jul, 20:36
Claude Cowork expands to mobile and web
Anthropic's general work agent Claude Cowork, initially a desktop app, is now available on web and mobile for Max subscribers. Company data shows the tool is most often used for business process automation, not coding.
TechCrunch AI · 7 Jul, 19:37
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Valainis: Impact of fuel prices on economy has decreased
Economics Minister Viktors Valainis says the impact of fuel prices on Latvia's economy has decreased as global prices fell by 30-40%, but the situation remains unstable. The government has no plans to change tax policy and will keep existing support mechanisms.
TVNET · 7 Jul, 19:37
Latvia ranks fourth globally in per capita exports of belt-type extendable conveyors
In 2025, Latvia is the fourth largest exporter of belt-type extendable conveyors per capita in the world, according to recent data.
Dienas Bizness · 7 Jul, 19:36
X adds a video editor to encourage creators to post original content, not stolen reposts
X (formerly Twitter) has launched a new video editor and recording tools aimed at encouraging creators to publish original content instead of reposting others' material.
TechCrunch · 7 Jul, 18:37
What Android Status Bar Icons Mean
The Android status bar contains multiple icons that indicate network status, battery level, device modes, and call activity. This article explains common symbols found on Android phones.
Engadget · 7 Jul, 18:36