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How a former DeepMind researcher raised at a $300M pre-seed valuation before launching a product

Drawing on more than a decade spent helping build some of the world's most influential AI systems, including research that later informed the development of ChatGPT, Andrew Dai explains why he believes visual AI is one of the next major frontiers in artificial intelligence.

technology  Jul 16, 2026

TechCrunch

Sheryl Sandberg leads $10 million investment in AI-powered vehicle inspection service

The startup, founded in 2021, lets enterprise customers use smartphones to scan and spot vehicle damage.

technology  Jul 16, 2026

Ars Technica

Tesla driver who blamed crash on autopilot pressed accelerator 100%, NTSB finds

NTSB findings back Elon Musk's claim that driver manually overrode FSD.

technology  Jul 16, 2026

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Why AMI Labs’ Alexandre LeBrun won’t call his AI ‘AGI’ or ‘superintelligence’

While everyone in AI is chasing "superintelligence." Alexandre LeBrun, CEO of Yann LeCun’s world model startup, AMI Labs, dismisses the word.

technology  Jul 16, 2026

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Moonshot’s upcoming Kimi 3 is expected to close the gap with Anthropic’s Opus 4.8

The FT reports Kimi K3 will be the largest open AI model from China, with a parameter count between 2 trillion and 3 trillion. 

technology  Jul 16, 2026

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Apple Intelligence approved for launch in China with Alibaba and Baidu

The deal, which was rumored to be in the works last year, marks an important step for Apple's AI ambitions in a key market.

technology  Jul 16, 2026

Wired

XPeng’s New ‘Budget’ EV Looks Like the Ferrari Luce

The electric L03 is looking to punch above its weight in style and tech as it launches in 60 countries worldwide.

technology  Jul 16, 2026

Wired

11 Best Sleeping Bags (2026): Ultralight, Warm Weather, for Kids

Whether you’re climbing peaks or taking the family to the local park, we’ve found the best sleeping bags for every temperature, budget, and camping expedition.

technology  Jul 16, 2026

Wired

The Best Backpacking Water Filters of 2026

We’ve tested filters from Sawyer, Katadyn, LifeStraw, MSR and more to find the best option for every adventure.

technology  Jul 16, 2026

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Ultrahuman’s former hardware VP raises $5.5M for devices that control AI agents, not just record you

Aina is going to pilot a new device in coming weeks

technology  Jul 16, 2026

Ars Technica

Move over, GPS: Navigation satellites in low-Earth orbit are making a comeback

Xona aims to deploy 258 satellites into low-Earth orbit as a GPS alternative.

technology  Jul 16, 2026

TechCrunch

Meta now alerts parents if their teen discussed suicide or self-harm with its AI chatbot

The updates come as Meta and other tech companies are facing scrutiny from regulators and parents around how AI chatbots respond to users in crisis, particularly teenagers.

technology  Jul 16, 2026

Wired

Gay Men Flocked to Goose for Friendship. Some Still Feel Excluded

Despite positioning itself as an anti-hookup app, users tell WIRED that Goose has fake profiles, harsh acceptance standards, and problems with inclusivity.

technology  Jul 16, 2026

Wired

Hisense XR10 Smart Projector Review: RGB-Powered Wonder

Projectors are adopting RGB backlighting, the hottest tech from the world of TVs. This large but vivid projector is a great option for summer movie nights.

technology  Jul 16, 2026

Wired

Best Air Purifiers (2026): Coway, AirDoctor, IQAir, and More

Protect your home against dust, pets, allergens, and more with the best air purifiers, tested firsthand.

technology  Jul 16, 2026

Wired

Please Stop Making Me Opt Out of AI

I’m sick of “opt-out” toggles for automatically enabled generative AI features. It’s past time to make “opt in” the default setting for sensitive features.

technology  Jul 16, 2026

Wired

Astronomers Have Found a Sugar Molecule in Deep Space for the First Time Ever

Researchers identified traces of erythrulose, a monosaccharide, thousands of light-years away.

technology  Jul 16, 2026

Wired

OnePlus, the ‘Flagship-Killer’ Smartphone Brand, Is All but Dead

The original OnePlus phone disrupted the mobile market 13 years ago with its affordable price and top-end specs. Now, the company is exiting North America and Europe to focus on China.

technology  Jul 16, 2026

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Phone maker OnePlus says it won’t release new phones in the U.S. and Europe

OnePlus could also wind down its operations in India by 2027.

technology  Jul 16, 2026

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Lululemon backs nylon recycling startup Syntetica in $30M Series A

Syntetica, a French startup that has developed a novel approach to recycling nylon, has already obtained big-name partners and investors.

technology  Jul 16, 2026