Business & Technology
DoorDash launches AI agent that lets users order food by text
DoorDash has launched an AI agent that allows users to order food through text messages in Apple Messages. The company is also beginning to test delivery drones with select restaurants in Northern California.
TechCrunch · 30 Sept, 19:25
DoorDash launches AI agent for ordering food via text message
DoorDash has introduced an AI agent that lets users order food by texting through Apple Messages. The company is also starting drone delivery tests with select restaurants in Northern California.
TechCrunch AI · 30 Sept, 19:25
"Green Deal" Could Cut Latvia's GDP by 1.5%, Says PM Kulbergs
Prime Minister Andris Kulbergs, citing a Bank of Latvia study, has warned that implementing the EU's "Green Deal" climate requirements in their current form could reduce Latvia's GDP by roughly 1.5%.
iAuto.lv · 30 Sept, 18:27
DoorDash drone deliveries to launch in northern California with Chipotle, Popeyes
DoorDash has shared new details about its drone delivery service, DoorDash Air, which will first roll out in northern California with Chipotle and Popeyes among the initial restaurant partners. The company also announced several other new features.
Engadget · 30 Sept, 18:26
Meta's Muse AI agent leaks user data and faces security flaws as company keeps expanding it
Meta's new personal AI agent Muse has been linked to several security incidents, including leaking a user's home address to a stranger, exposing its filesystem, and getting blocked by Amazon. Meta continues rolling out new features for Muse despite these issues.
The Verge · 30 Sept, 18:20
Fuel prices refuse to fall despite rising supply and falling demand
Although global fuel supply is rising and demand is falling, Platts quotations for diesel and gasoline remain more than twice as high as at the start of the year. Russian and possible US export restrictions are compounding the situation.
Dienas Bizness · 30 Sept, 17:23
Protesters gather outside OpenAI developer conference demanding accountability
Dozens of activists protested outside OpenAI's developer conference in San Francisco, calling for an end to the company's contracts with the US military and ICE and for stronger AI regulation. Inside, CEO Sam Altman unveiled new AI agents and product updates.
Euronews · 30 Sept, 17:21
Possible US diesel export ban raises alarm in the UK
Disagreements are reportedly brewing within the Trump administration over a possible ban on diesel fuel exports meant to lower domestic prices, a move that has alarmed Britain, which relies heavily on US fuel supplies.
ERR (rus) · 30 Sept, 17:21
TechCrunch Disrupt 2026: exhibitor sign-up deadline just days away
Startups have only a few days left to book an exhibit table at TechCrunch Disrupt 2026, with registration closing October 2. The event runs October 13-15 in San Francisco.
TechCrunch · 30 Sept, 17:20
Tinder launches 'Group Hangouts' feature as it pivots toward social, real-world dating
Tinder has rolled out a new feature called Group Hangouts, letting groups of friends find and match with other groups for shared activities. The move is the latest step in the app's push to make dating feel more social and rooted in real-world experiences.
TechCrunch · 30 Sept, 16:28
Amazon launches new Fire TV Stick 4K that can be powered directly by your TV
Amazon has released a new Fire TV Stick 4K that no longer needs a separate power adapter and can draw power directly from a TV's USB port. The launch also brings a redesigned remote and several software updates.
The Verge · 30 Sept, 16:26
Latvian President: No evidence Russia plans direct invasion of a NATO state, but vigilance urged
President Edgars Rinkēvičs says Latvia has no facts suggesting Russia plans a direct invasion of a NATO country, while warning about growing sabotage and hybrid threats. Security service chief Egils Zviedris says Russia is raising the stakes in Europe as it fails to defeat Ukraine.
iAuto.lv · 30 Sept, 16:25
EU commercial flights rise this summer despite pricier jet fuel
More than two million commercial flights were operated across the EU between June and August, with numbers surpassing last year's figures even as Middle East hostilities pushed up aviation fuel prices.
Pravda — ziņas · 30 Sept, 16:24
Samsung refreshes Galaxy Tab S12 lineup with two new tablets
Samsung has unveiled the Galaxy Tab S12 Plus and Tab S12 Ultra tablets, with the Plus model receiving a major overhaul while the Ultra sees only minor updates. Both will go on sale on October 7th.
The Verge · 30 Sept, 15:25
Airbnb adds personalized map and new social discovery tools
Airbnb's fall update introduces social features and AI tools, letting users see friends' travel history and explore neighborhoods through interactive maps.
Engadget · 30 Sept, 15:24
Airbnb rolls out AI-powered search and expands social features
Airbnb's fall product update introduces AI-driven property search and expanded social features, alongside new on-ground services. The company is also broadening delivery and rental offerings to compete with hotels.
TechCrunch · 30 Sept, 15:24
Vilma Fairclough to step down as chair of Mēness Aptieka and Repharm boards
From October 1, Vilma Fairclough will leave her position as board chair of AS Repharm and other group companies, with Mantas Jurkus taking over. Sentor Farm Aptiekas' board will continue operating with two members.
Dienas Bizness · 30 Sept, 15:23
Italy's inflation accelerates to 4.2% in September, a three-year high
Italy's annual inflation rate climbed to 4.2% in September, its sharpest rise since September 2023, driven mainly by surging energy and fresh food prices.
Euronews Business · 30 Sept, 15:20
Apple's smart home hub reportedly arriving October 13th
Apple is expected to unveil its first smart home hub on October 13th, alongside a new HomePod mini and an upgraded Apple TV, according to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman.
The Verge · 30 Sept, 14:21
Burnham does not rule out UK's return to the EU
UK Prime Minister Andrew Burnham said in his first speech as PM at the Labour Party conference that Brexit has done more harm than good, and signaled openness to reviewing the UK's future relationship with the EU.
Dienas Bizness · 30 Sept, 14:20
Person killed in crash on Jelgava–Dalbe road
A minibus and a car collided on the Jelgava–Dalbe road on Wednesday morning, killing one person and sending two others to hospital. Traffic has since been restored.
iAuto.lv · 30 Sept, 12:23
Poundland management in advanced talks over rescue deal that could save 11,000 jobs
Poundland's management team is in advanced negotiations to lead a buyout of the discount retailer that could preserve over 11,000 jobs, as owner Gordon Brothers runs a separate sale process.
The Guardian World · 30 Sept, 11:25
Rēzekne conference to ask whether Latvia's healthcare can function in a crisis
A high-level conference in Rēzekne on October 15 will bring together officials, healthcare and pharmaceutical representatives, and European experts to assess Latvia's readiness for extreme situations. Discussions will cover emergency services, drug supply and cross-sector coordination.
Dienas Bizness · 30 Sept, 11:21
Swedish micromobility firm Voi secures €150 million credit facility to refinance debt
Stockholm-based e-scooter and e-bike sharing company Voi has signed a €150 million revolving credit facility with three Nordic banks. The funds will be used to redeem outstanding bonds and expand its vehicle fleet.
EU-Startups · 30 Sept, 11:19
Trump rules out AI safety cooperation with China
US President Donald Trump met dozens of tech executives at the White House to discuss AI development and said he does not want to work with Chinese leader Xi Jinping on AI oversight.
France 24 · 30 Sept, 01:48
Internet users suspect Elon Musk's xAI trolled OpenAI's 'Dots' launch
After OpenAI unveiled its new AI assistant 'Dots,' users noticed that the domain 'dot.com' belongs to Elon Musk's xAI and redirects to Grok's download page, sparking speculation about a deliberate prank.
TechCrunch AI · 30 Sept, 01:44
Internet spots that Elon Musk's xAI owns the domain matching OpenAI's new 'Dots' product
After OpenAI launched its new AI agent 'Dots' on Tuesday, users noticed that the domain 'dot.com' belongs to Elon Musk's xAI and redirects to its Grok chatbot download page, fueling speculation of an intentional prank.
TechCrunch · 30 Sept, 01:43
US consumer confidence falls to lowest level since 2014
US consumer confidence has dropped to its lowest point since 2014, driven mainly by rising goods and fuel prices. The decline comes as the country heads toward midterm elections.
Al Jazeera · 30 Sept, 01:43
Trump orders US government to replace "artificial intelligence" with "Super Intelligence"
US President Donald Trump has signed an executive order requiring government agencies to use the term "Super Intelligence" instead of "artificial intelligence." The order follows a White House meeting with tech CEOs and officials.
The Verge · 30 Sept, 01:42
How to prepare your Samsung Galaxy phone for the One UI 9 update
Samsung continues rolling out its One UI 9 update to Galaxy devices, and users are advised to take several preparation steps before installing it. Meanwhile, a second beta version is being tested on select older models.
Engadget · 30 Sept, 01:41
OpenAI reportedly in talks to raise $30B at $1.4T valuation
OpenAI is negotiating with investors to raise at least $30 billion at a roughly $1.4 trillion valuation ahead of its planned IPO, Bloomberg reported. The round would act as a bridge to the public listing, which CEO Sam Altman has now pushed back to prioritize AI safety.
TechCrunch AI · 30 Sept, 00:47
Netflix adds new party mode with Codenames Party
Netflix has expanded its party games lineup with Codenames Party, a new individual-play version of the word association game that requires no extra hardware. Players join via QR code and use their phones to play.
Engadget · 30 Sept, 00:45
Expert warns AI safety rules could shield established US firms from competition
After tech executives signed a safety commitment at the White House, an analyst says the new safeguards risk creating a competitive advantage for established US AI companies over open-source models and new entrants.
France 24 · 30 Sept, 00:44
Tesla lines up $30B in new credit to fund Cybercab and Optimus expansion
Tesla has arranged $30 billion in new credit facilities to support scaling production of the Cybercab, Optimus and Semi, though it says it won't tap the funds this year.
TechCrunch · 30 Sept, 00:42
Australia orders government-wide cyber review after OpenAI's Medicare breach
Australia's Home Affairs department has ordered all government agencies to carry out a rapid stocktake of cyber systems following a data breach linked to OpenAI on a Medicare website. Critical systems must be reviewed by year's end, others by March.
The Guardian World · 30 Sept, 00:42
US ban on $1bn of Canadian goods takes effect in latest trade retaliation
The Trump administration has enacted a ban on $1bn worth of Canadian goods in response to Canada's counter-tariffs on $20bn of US imports. The move marks the latest step in an escalating trade dispute between the two countries.
Al Jazeera · 29 Sept, 23:46