Last week, an American-Israeli company that claims it’s developed proprietary technology to cool the planet announced it had raised $60 million, by far the largest known venture capital round to date for a solar geoengineering startup. The company, Stardust, says the funding will enable it to develop a system that could be deployed by the…
The Download: the AGI myth, and US/China AI competition
This is today’s edition of The Download, our weekday newsletter that provides a daily dose of what’s going on in the world of technology. How AGI became the most consequential conspiracy theory of our time —Will Douglas Heaven, senior AI editor Are you feeling it? I hear it’s close: two years, five years—maybe next year! And I…
Hands-on with the new Philips Hue Neon Outdoor Lightstrip
After a slight delay, Philips Hue has launched its new Neon Lightstrip for outdoor use. The 10-meter version is already available in Europe, and the 3- and 5-meter versions of the new Outdoor Lightstrip are also expected to be available shortly. It’s best to check availability directly on the official product page. The launch in…
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TikTok Shares Data on Business AI Adoption
While more businesses are adopting AI, most are not maximizing the benefits as yet.
Getty Loses Legal Case Over Generative AI Copyright Infringement
The legal technicalities of generative AI remain fairly loose in many respects.
WhatsApp Launches Official Apple Watch App
Now you can keep up with your WhatsApp chats while on the go.
Facebook’s New TV Ad Highlights In-App Connection
However, connection is not the primary reason why people use the app.
‘XR Is Having A Moment’: Colocated Pickleball With Pickle Pro From Resolution Games
“XR is having a moment” with colocation experiences like Pickle Pro from Resolution Games.
Next Week’s VR Games Showcase Teases Star Trek, Syberia Updates & New Reveals
Next week’s VR Games Showcase promises fresh looks at Star Trek: Infection, Syberia, and more alongside new game reveals.
Demeo x Dungeons & Dragons: Battlemarked Reveals Crown Of Frost Campaign
Demeo x Dungeons & Dragons: Battlemarked revealed its second campaign, Crown of Frost, ahead of this month’s launch.
Sharp Is Crowdfunding A Strange Lightweight Tethered PC VR Headset
Sharp is crowdfunding a strange lightweight tethered PC VR headset that can also connect to one of its smartphones.
‘MultiBrush’ Studio Secures $4.5M Grant to Promote Positive VR Experiences for Elders
Rendever, the company behind Tilt Brush-based multiplayer Quest app MultiBrush (2022), has secured nearly $4.5 million in grant funding from the U.S. National Institutes of Health (NIH), which the company says it will use to bring its elder-focused VR experiences to the home care market. The studio says in an announcement the latest funding includes […]
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You Can Get These Adaptive Noise-Canceling JBL Earbuds on Sale for Just $50 Right Now
The Tune Flex 2 are over 50% off.
You May Have a Refund Coming If You Use Amazon Prime
Customers are getting a cut of Amazon’s settlement with the FTC.
?? Google Just Dropped Its First AI Ad!
PLUS: Perplexity launches Perplexity Patents + Privacy Snapshot…
The State of AI: Is China about to win the race?
The State of AI is a collaboration between the Financial Times & MIT Technology Review examining the ways in which AI is reshaping global power. Every Monday for the next six weeks, writers from both publications will debate one aspect of the generative AI revolution reshaping global power. In this conversation, the FT’s tech columnist…
The Download: gene-edited babies, and cleaning up copper
This is today’s edition of The Download, our weekday newsletter that provides a daily dose of what’s going on in the world of technology. Here’s the latest company planning for gene-edited babies The news: A West Coast biotech entrepreneur says he’s secured $30 million to form a public-benefit company to study how to safely create genetically edited…
This startup wants to clean up the copper industry
Demand for copper is surging, as is pollution from its dirty production processes. The founders of one startup, Still Bright, think they have a better, cleaner way to generate the copper the world needs. The company uses water-based reactions, based on battery chemistry technology, to purify copper in a process that could be less polluting…
TikTok Announces Nominees for the US TikTok Awards
The awards will celebrate the best creators and influencers in the app.
Snapchat Pitches Marketers on Holiday Shopping Opportunities
According to Snapchat, the time is now to start your holiday campaigns.
Pinterest Publishes Trend Inspired and Celebrity Curated Gift Guides
So now, you can buy Pamela Anderson’s favorite farm boots. If you want.
Google Shares the Top Trending Products of 2025
The top trending products, and also, Google’s own promotions.
Salmon Man Is A Punishing VR Platformer Similar To Getting Over It
Salmon Man, a punishing platformer reminiscent of Getting Over It, reaches PC VR and Quest this month.
Moss: Book 2 & UBOAT Are Quest’s Horizon+ Monthly Games For November
From a VR adventure hit to a strategic submarine sim, these are the Horizon+ monthly games for November on Quest.