Liquid Death Announces a ‘Sane’ Energy Drink: ‘The Category Has Gone a Little Caffeine-Crazy’
Liquid Death is launching Sparkling Energy, a “better-for-you” energy drink with less caffeine than the competition.
The Download: carbon removal factories’ funding cuts, and AI toys
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. The Trump administration may cut funding for two major direct-air capture plants The US Department of Energy appears poised to terminate funding for a pair of large carbon-sucking factories that were originally set…
July 2025
Need More Confidence? These 12 Bestselling Books Will Help Improve Your Self-Esteem
Self-esteem can be hard to come by and even harder to maintain. To give yourself a boost, try these authors’ words of wisdom.
Confident Security, ‘the Signal for AI,’ comes out of stealth with $4.2M
San Francisco-based startup Confident Security wants to be “the Signal for AI.” The company just came out of stealth with $4.2 million and a tool that wraps around AI models to guarantee data stays private.
North Korean hackers blamed for record spike in crypto thefts in 2025
Chainalysis said crypto thefts during the first half of 2025 were at record levels, thanks in large part to a single breach at a major crypto exchange.
Spotify expands audiobook access to family plan members for the first time
Spotify is expanding access to audiobooks with two new plans, one of which offers access to family members.
5 Questions Every Entrepreneur Should Ask Before Saying Yes to Something New
A simple five-question filter to help entrepreneurs decide which opportunities to pursue by staying true to their mission, strengths and vision for sustainable, meaningful growth.
9 Habit Stacks That Boost Leadership, Parenting and Wellness — Without Taking More Time
I’ve built these real-life routines into my day to balance entrepreneurship, parenting and wellness without burning out.
UAE’s deal to buy Nvidia AI chips reportedly on hold
The U.S. is reportedly holding up the deal due to concerns that AI chips could be smuggled to China from the UAE.
Upgrade Your LinkedIn Profile With AI-Generated Headshots for Less Than $20
Generate a full set of professional headshots from a few selfies—no photo shoot needed.
Stop the Scripted Customer Service — Here’s Why You Should Focus on Being Human Instead
Customer service isn’t a team. It’s how your whole company shows up for your customers, especially when no one’s watching.