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- Sources: Anthropic is in talks to raise between $30B and $50B in a funding round that would value it at up to $950B (Mike Isaac/New York Times) [1d]
- Princeton faculty votes to require proctoring in all in-person exams starting this summer, reversing an 1893 policy amid concerns about AI-fueled cheating (Douglas Belkin/Wall Street Journal) [1d]
- Google DeepMind details a Gemini-powered mouse pointer that understands what it is pointing at, allowing users to perform tasks without using text-heavy prompts (Google DeepMind) [1d]
- Vancouver-based quantum computing startup Photonic raised an additional $70M after a $130M raise announced in January, giving it a $2B post-money valuation (Josh Scott/BetaKit) [1d]
- Foxconn says some of its North American factories suffered a cyberattack in recent days; ransomware group Nitrogen claims it stole 8TB of data (Lily Hay Newman/Wired) [1d]
- Source: Anthropic is in advanced talks to acquire New York-based Stainless, which helps developers generate SDKs from APIs, for at least $300M (The Information) [1d]
- Sources: Anthropic is in early talks to raise at least $30B at a $900B+ valuation; the round is expected to close as soon as the end of this month (Bloomberg) [1d]
- Qualcomm closed down 11.46% on Tuesday as chip stocks pull back from record AI-driven rally; Intel closed down 6.82%, Sandisk dropped 6%, and Micron 3.61% (Samantha Subin/CNBC) [1d]
- Samsung and its South Korean labor union fail to reach a pay deal; the union has said workers will strike for 18 days from May 21 if its demands are not met (Reuters) [1d]
- Meta schedules its annual Connect event for September 23-24 and says the event will focus on "the latest in VR, wearables, metaverse, and AI" (Ben Lang/Road to VR) [1d]
- Meta offers to give rival AI chatbots free access to WhatsApp for a month while it discusses commitments with EU antitrust regulators to address their concerns (Foo Yun Chee/Reuters) [1d]
- CME Group and Silicon Data announce a futures market for computing capacity, with contracts based on daily GPU benchmarks for on-demand rental rates (Tobias Burns/CNBC) [1d]
- Sources: Apple plans to make the Camera app fully customizable in iOS 27, along with noticeable design changes across Siri, Safari, Weather, and more (Mark Gurman/Bloomberg) [1d]
- Musk v. Altman: Altman faced an intense cross-examination from Musk's attorney, who asked "are you completely trustworthy?"; Altman replied "I believe so" (Business Insider) [1d]
- The US FCC approves EchoStar's sale of approximately 65MHz of spectrum to SpaceX and 50MHz to AT&T (Christian Martinez/Reuters) [1d]
- Google says it is hiring a team of "forward deployed engineers", a source says in the hundreds, to help customers use its business-focused AI products (Erin Woo/The Information) [1d]
- Musk v. Altman: Altman testified that in 2017 Musk demanded complete control of a proposed OpenAI for-profit arm, musing that he would pass it to his children (Bloomberg) [1d]
- Anthropic names eight unauthorized secondary market sellers of its shares, including Hiive and Forge Global, warning that any share transactions there are void (Yazhou Sun/Bloomberg) [1d]
- Google launches Intrusion Logging, an Android feature developed in partnership with Amnesty International and others, on Android 16 Pixel devices for now (Tim Starks/CyberScoop) [1d]
- Google unveils a "full bleed" Android Auto design that fills unconventionally shaped screens like in the BMW Neue Klasse, plans to add YouTube video streaming (Andrew J. Hawkins/The Verge) [1d]
- Google unveils Android security features, including protection from spoofed banking calls, default theft protection, and biometric protection for Mark as lost (Adamya Sharma/Android Authority) [1d]
- Google announces Pause Point, an Android 17 feature that forces a mandatory 10-second pause before opening any app a user has labeled as a distraction (Sarah Perez/TechCrunch) [1d]
- Anthropic announces 12 Claude plugins for the legal sector, including a "commercial counsel" tool for reviewing vendor agreements and a bar exam study tool (Rachel Metz/Bloomberg) [1d]
- Google says it has worked with Meta and Apple to add creator-focused video-editing tools to Android 17, expand AirDrop connectivity, and more (Prakhar Khanna/ZDNET) [1d]
- Google announces Gemini Intelligence, a brand that bundles existing and new Gemini features, including task automation and Create My Widget (Allison Johnson/The Verge) [1d]
- Google announces a new laptop lineup called Googlebook, with a unified OS that merges ChromeOS and Android, a "Glow bar" rainbow LED design element, and more (Kyle Kucharski/ZDNET) [1d]
- Threads is testing a Meta AI integration similar to X's Grok, letting users mention Meta AI in a post or a reply to get more context, in five countries (Aisha Malik/TechCrunch) [1d]
- Nonprofit RSL Media announces the Human Consent Standard, an AI licensing framework for use of people's work or likeness, backed by George Clooney and others (Emma Roth/The Verge) [1d]
- Sources: Google is in talks with SpaceX and other companies for a rocket launch deal, as Google expands its own efforts to put orbital data centers in space (Wall Street Journal) [1d]
- Isomorphic Labs, an AI-powered drug discovery spinoff from Google DeepMind, raised $2.1B led by Thrive, after raising $600M in its first round in March 2025 (Pritam Biswas/Reuters) [2d]
- The US DOD says it is deploying Mythos to find and patch vulnerabilities across the US government even as it plans a transition away from Anthropic (Reuters) [2d]
- Exaforce, which uses AI agents to detect and thwart cyberattacks, raised a $125M Series B at a $725M valuation, bringing its total funding to $200M (Marina Temkin/TechCrunch) [2d]
- Sources: Wispr AI, the developer of the voice dictation tool Wispr Flow, is in talks to raise ~$260M in a round that could more than double its valuation to $2B (Bloomberg) [2d]
- SAP launches its new Autonomous Enterprise software suite, integrating data, cloud, AI, and automation features to streamline business processes (Mauro Orru/Wall Street Journal) [2d]
- PayPal agrees to forgo ~$30M in transaction fees to end a DOJ probe into allegations that the company adopted unlawful preferences for minority-owned businesses (Sadie Gurman/Wall Street Journal) [2d]
- London-based blockchain analytics company Elliptic raised $120M led by One Peak Partners at a $670M valuation; the platform screens 1B+ transactions per week (Anna Irrera/Bloomberg) [2d]
- OpenAI stands to hold ~$2.6B in combined CoreWeave and Cerebras stock that it acquired by committing to buy cloud services and chips, and to lend Cerebras money (Cory Weinberg/The Information) [2d]
- Microsoft says it is investigating a Mistral AI PyPI package v2.4.6 compromise; the attack is likely part of the Mini Shai-Hulud supply chain attack (Etiido Uko/Tom's Hardware) [2d]
- SAP invests in German workflow automation platform n8n at a $5.2B valuation, up from $2.5B after an October 2025 equity raise, and agrees to embed n8n's tools (Yazhou Sun/Bloomberg) [2d]
- Spotify celebrates its 20th anniversary with a Wrapped-like experience that features "never-before-shared data" going back to when users first joined Spotify (Jess Weatherbed/The Verge) [2d]
- Delivery Hero says founder Niklas Östberg plans to step down as CEO by March 2027, as the German food delivery group faces mounting activist investor pressure (Financial Times) [2d]
- AI voice startup Vapi raised a $50M Series B led by Peak XV, a source says at a $500M post-money valuation, after Amazon chose Vapi to handle 100% of Ring calls (Jagmeet Singh/TechCrunch) [2d]
- ‘Your Wi-Fi cable could be a secret microphone': How researchers turned an earthquake detection method into an accidental spy tool using AI [1d]
- NYT Connections hints and answers for Wednesday, May 13 (game #1067) [1d]
- NYT Strands hints and answers for Wednesday, May 13 (game #801) [1d]
- Quordle hints and answers for Wednesday, May 13 (game #1570) [1d]
- Sandisk feels generous, open sources key tech that will supercharge any SSD — great news for AI, but not for your gaming PC [1d]
- Battlefield 6 developer says the team is '100% dedicated' and 'delivering extremely compelling new content' every season [1d]
- Chinese-born robot becomes world's first android monk as humanoid called Gabi takes vows in South Korea — three more $16,000 'spiritual cyborgs' will join it for Buddha’s birthday [1d]
- Gemini on Google Home just got way faster for common tasks in its latest update, and can now answer more useful questions without pushing you to the Home app — oh, and it'll finally tell you how to mix cocktails [1d]
- Western Digital says it can increase your HDD capacity and cut power usage thanks to a 'clever way' of spinning down hard drives that doesn't impact performance too much [1d]
- Google’s new Create My Widget tool is ‘the first step in generative UI’ — and as an iPhone user, I’m not sure how iOS 27 can compete with Android 17 [1d]
- This devious Android malware has returned disguised as TikTok or streaming apps — and is now using blockchain to remain undetected [1d]
- I'm a homes expert, and the Argos sale is crammed with appliance gems — here's what I'd buy [1d]
- What is the release date for Hacks season 5 episode 8 on HBO Max? [1d]
- PlayStation gamers could get a share of $8 million in a class action settlement — here’s how to know if you’re eligible, and why you shouldn’t expect a big payout [1d]
- 'We’re aware of some issues right now' — live updates as Spotify confirms outage, with thousands of users reporting that they can't access the music streaming service [1d]
- 'We’re aware of some issues right now' — live updates as Spotify confirms outage, with thousands of users reporting that they can't access the music streaming service [1d]
- Mac users beware — scammers are hijacking Claude chats and Google ads to push malware [1d]
- Android Auto gets a massive AI-powered upgrade with YouTube, Dolby Atmos, and immersive 3D Maps [1d]
- Google just delivered its first Gemini-centric platform in Googlebook, and it may feature the first AI OS [1d]
- Google just revealed Gemini Intelligence for Android — here are 7 ways it wants your phone to do all the work for you, so you don’t have to [1d]
- 7 best Android 17 upgrades announced at The Android Show — from 3D emojis to Screen Reactions [1d]
- Want high-speed internet without the lengthy contract? Vodafone just launched monthly 5G broadband — and promises ‘full fibre-like speeds’ for over 26 million homes [1d]
- HP's huge Memorial Day sale is already live — I've looked through everything and these are easily the 6 best laptop deals [1d]
- It’s not the fastest but NordVPN is my top choice for streaming soccer on Peacock TV – best of all, it’s still on sale [1d]
- What's new at Lego for June: 16 fresh sets to swoon over, including a soccer legend, an iconic city skyline, and the working road bike everyone's been waiting for [1d]
- Android Show 2026 live — all the big news on Android 17 and more [1d]
- OpenAI snaps up consulting company to help spread the word about AI [1d]
- Panasonic just brought back an iconic series of premium compact cameras back from the dead and put its most powerful sensor and processor inside — meet the new Lumix L10, a stellar everyday camera [1d]
- JBL just refreshed its touchscreen-equipped earbud line with better sound, ANC, and call quality — here’s everything you need to know [2d]
- Discord Nitro is actually worth it now, and it's all thanks to this new partnership with Xbox [2d]
- 'Current LLMs introduce substantial errors when editing work documents': Microsoft scientists find most AI models struggle with long-running tasks — so maybe don't trust them completely just yet [2d]
- How to watch Eurovision Song Contest 2026 semi-final 1 — Free Streams, Release Date & TV Schedule [2d]
- From MSN to Windows, test your Microsoft knowledge in this 15-question quiz — no Copilot allowed [2d]
- Fatal Fury publisher SNK announces VS Studio, a new development team founded by Tekken creator Katsuhiro Harada — 'VS Studio's philosophy is beyond tradition, crafted to perfection' [2d]
- 'Get a PlayStation 5 today to be ready for when Grand Theft Auto 6 launches' — GTA 6 marketing has seemingly kicked off as Sony urges PS4 users to finally upgrade to the PS5 [2d]
- How enterprises can safely scale agentic AI [2d]
- OpenAI reveals Daybreak, its attempt to topple Anthropic Mythos [2d]
- Amazon's Memorial Day favorites are already on sale — 50% off Bissell, Apple, Dyson, Ninja, and more [2d]
- Best Western Hotels warns customers reservation data may have been spilled in breach [2d]
- You don't need to wait until Prime Day to score up to 40% off these Amazon Devices — I've picked the 20 best deals from £23.99 [2d]
- AI is unlocking entry-level potential, not replacing it [2d]
- 'This is the tip of the iceberg': Google experts say they have seen hackers using AI to discover and weaponize a zero-day for the first time [2d]
- macOS 26.5 has fixed a ‘low key hilarious’ problem that has marred the Mac mini for years [2d]
- 'You deserved more': Instructure CEO apologizes following Canvas hack, admits company paid hackers to get stolen data back [2d]
- LinkedIn wants to help your SMB grow by helping you share your story — and even offer advice to other start-ups [2d]
- 'Seeing Kayce and Beth together again would be something': Dutton Ranch star teases potential future crossover with Marshals: A Yellowstone Story as Taylor Sheridan spinoff release dates clash [2d]
- Spotify’s new mobile experience is like a supercharged Wrapped, taking you through your entire music history since your first stream — here’s everything it offers [2d]
- 'Gen 3 is not trying to become a noisy mini-smartwatch': The RingConn Gen 3 smart ring boasts a feature that even the Oura Ring 4 and the Samsung Galaxy Ring don't have — vibration alerts [2d]
- Battlefield 6 developer reveals how player feedback shaped the addition of a massive fan favorite map in Season 3 — 'The worst error we can make as a dev is to drink our own Kool-Aid' [2d]
- Garmin reveals its Garmin Forerunner 70 and Garmin Forerunner 170 'easy-to-use' running watches — just after its predecessor was used to break the 2-hour marathon world record [2d]
- Figure 03 vs. 1X Neo: Inside Humanoid Robot Factories video [1d]
- How to Keep Your Mother's Day Flowers Fresher Longer, According to Floral Experts [1d]
- The Best Temperature Settings to Save You Money, Time and Stress [1d]
- Rivian's New AI Assistant Knows What You Mean, Not Just What You Say [1d]
- The Android Show I/O Edition Highlights: Googlebooks, Android Auto and More video [1d]
- Lawsuit Claims ChatGPT Gave Drug-Taking Advice That Led to Teen's Death [1d]
- 'Avatar: Fire and Ash' Will Hit Disney Plus In June [1d]
- Marvel's VisionQuest Will Hit Disney Plus in October [1d]
- Android 17 Will Excite the Rich. But What About the Rest of Us? [1d]
- Canvas Hack Aftermath: Owner Instructure Reaches Deal With Hacker Group [1d]
- Today's NYT Strands Hints, Answers and Help for May 13 #801 [1d]
- Today's NYT Connections Hints, Answers and Help for May 13, #1067 [1d]
- Today's Wordle Hints, Answer and Help for May 13, #1789 [1d]
- I Tried Amazon's New 30-Minute Delivery. Diet Cokes Were at My Door in 16 Minutes [1d]
- Stop Guessing Which Cooking Oil to Use. Experts Explain When to Use Each Type [1d]
- This Powerful 2TB M5 Pro MacBook Pro Is Back to Its All-Time Low Price [1d]
- Google Is Betting Its Entire Future on AI. Will It Pay Off? [1d]
- Smartphone Owners Aren't Convinced to Upgrade for Foldable Designs and AI Integrations, CNET Finds [1d]
- Googlebooks: The Ultimate Laptop for Android Users? video [1d]
- The Right Way to Store Coffee Beans for the Freshest Cup Every Time [1d]
- Android 17 Is Smarter Than Ever, Thanks to Gemini Intelligence [1d]
- Google Just Took Another Step Toward the AI-First Smartphone [1d]
- Android Auto Now Fits Weirdly Shaped Screens, Streams Video While Parked [1d]
- Googlebooks Could Be the Ultimate Laptop for Android Users [1d]
- Android's Biggest AI Update: Everything to Know About Gemini Intelligence video [1d]
- Ford Launches Energy Subsidiary to Build Data Center-Scale Batteries at Kentucky Plant [1d]
- What to Watch Before 'The Mandalorian and Grogu': TV Shows and Movies With Critical Star Wars Backstory [1d]
- Xfinity Customer? You May Be Owed Money From a $117.5 Million Data Breach Settlement [2d]
- Facing Down a Job Interview? AI Could Help You Prepare [2d]
- Yamaha's 2026 AV Receivers Add Style and Dolby Atmos [2d]
- Spotify's New Feature Lets You Dance Through Your Musical History [2d]
- This Common Power Strip Habit Is a Serious Fire Hazard. Here's What to Do Instead [2d]
- The US smartphone slump is hitting Android makers harder than Apple [1d]
- Qualcomm’s next Snapdragon chip could push phone prices over the edge [1d]
- OpenAI faces grim lawsuit over ChatGPT’s alleged role in teen overdose [1d]
- Moto Tag 2 quietly goes on sale in the US — here’s where you can pick one up [1d]
- Samsung’s smart glasses could debut at the next Galaxy Unpacked [1d]
- Spotify’s Party of the Year(s) is here to tell you about your all-time listening stats [1d]
- Spotify is experiencing a service interruption right now, but the company is on the case [1d]
- Amazon’s most affordable Kindle Scribe is finally joining the lineup [1d]
- Samsung confirms One UI 8.5 glitch is causing Enhance-X features to go missing [1d]
- Google is making it even easier to switch from iPhone to Android [1d]
- Android users, rejoice: Adobe Premiere is headed your way at last [1d]
- What happens to Chromebooks now that Googlebooks are coming? [1d]
- Android 17 will soon tell you whether your OS is legit [1d]
- Can’t find the perfect widget? Google wants to help you just build your own [1d]
- Android Auto is getting a massive Material 3 makeover with new widgets, video apps, and more [1d]
- These brands will be the first to launch Googlebook laptops, and there’s one big name missing [1d]
- Chrome on Android can now do your online errands for you [1d]
- Gboard is learning to turn your stream-of-consciousness rambling into polished text [1d]
- Google is turning Pixels into the perfect phones for reaction videos [1d]
- 12 new security features coming to Android phones in 2026 [1d]
- Android 17’s latest anti-theft feature stops thieves who already have your PIN [1d]
- Google is giving Android’s 4,000 emojis a 3D glow-up, but there’s a catch [1d]
- Google’s making its biggest push yet for putting Gemini to work as an actual assistant on Android [1d]
- Android will soon show what AI assistants are doing on your phone [1d]
- Android is getting a gentle new way to combat your doomscrolling habit [1d]
- Google confirms Android XR smart glasses showcase for I/O 2026 [1d]
- Your Instagram posts on Android are finally getting the glow up they deserve [1d]
- Quick Share is coming to more phones, and expanding into apps [1d]
- Googlebooks are official, bringing Gemini Intelligence, Android apps, and a new vision for laptops [1d]
- Android 17 screens show Google going all-in on new ‘blurry’ aesthetic [1d]
- Up your game with the Redragon K556 PRO gaming keyboard at just $49.98 [1d]
- Aurzen Roku TV smart projector drops back to all-time low of just $169.98 [2d]
- Samsung confirms Voice Recorder app bug on One UI 8.5, rolls out fix [2d]
- Deal: Google Pixel 9 Pro XL plunges to just $699 [2d]
- Massive leak reveals Google’s Aluminium OS with a 16-minute video [2d]
- Breaking: Samsung announces One UI 9 beta for Galaxy S26 [2d]
- Phone cameras are battery hogs, but that will change thanks to Sony [2d]
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