Google denies AI search features are killing website traffic
Google denies AI is impacting search across the web, saying only “some” sites have suffered.
The Download: a nuclear landmark, and China eyes Nvidia chips
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. Four nuclear reactors hit a big milestone in the US —Casey Crownhart I was really looking forward to July 4, and not just because I love a poolside barbecue. This year…
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A rival Tea app for men is leaking its users’ personal data and driver’s licenses
The newly launched app, now trending on Apple’s App Store, contains at least one major security flaw that exposes the private information of its users, including their uploaded selfies and government-issued IDs.
VCs Are Focusing More on Purpose and Less on Profits — Here Are the 5 Things They’re Looking For in Founders
As venture capitalists become more purpose-driven, businesses need to be aware of the traits they expect to see in founders they see a future with.
‘We Don’t Believe in Work-Life Balance’: A Newly-Acquired Startup Just Offered Its 200-Person Team a Choice — Work Weekends or Take a Buyout
The buyout amounts to nine months of pay.
Federal regulators give Zoox an exemption for its custom-built robotaxis
NHTSA is also closing an investigation into the Amazon-owned autonomous vehicle company
First impressions of Alexa+, Amazon’s upgraded, AI-powered digital assistant
To find out whether Alexa is still the best smart assistant for my family, I’m going to test Amazon’s AI-powered devices, experiment with AI queries, and write out my thoughts in a multi-part series.
Google takes on ChatGPT’s Study Mode with new ‘Guided Learning’ tool in Gemini
Google is also offering students in the U.S., Japan, Indonesia, Korea, and Brazil a free one-year subscription to its AI Pro plan.
Are You Putting Each Dollar to Work? Here’s How Playing It Safe With Capital Can Actually Be Risky.
Every dollar in your business should have a job and be held accountable for results. Here’s why.
How Giving Back Became The Unexpected Driver of My Company’s Success
Philanthropy isn’t just a feel-good add-on — it can fuel business growth, and this article shows founders how to align purpose with profit at any stage.
Stop Building a Business That Traps You and Start Climbing the 5 Levels to Financial Freedom
Many founders chase autonomy but end up overwhelmed and overworked. Here’s a practical framework to turn your business into a true vehicle for wealth, freedom and sustainability.