In defense of Apple’s $230 iPhone sock
From the same label that made the iconic Steve Jobs mockneck, the iPhone Pocket could be the next Labubu… if you have the disposable income.
The Download: AI’s impact on the economy, and DeepSeek strikes again
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 State of AI: Welcome to the economic singularity —David Rotman and Richard Waters Any far-reaching new technology is always uneven in its adoption, but few have been more uneven than generative AI.…
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Apple halves commissions for mini app makers
Apple introduces a new program for app developers offering a reduced 15% commission on qualifying mini app transactions.
Police take down three cybercrime operations in latest round of ‘whack-a-mole’
Authorities from nine countries took down three cybercrime operations, including the Rhadamantys infostealer, which allegedly had access to the crypto wallets of more than 100,000 victims.
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This AI-powered platform helps business owners build diversified portfolios.
How AI Is Eliminating the Outdated Organizational Structures That Cost Businesses Time and Money
AI is changing the “architecture of roles” in companies. Roles are now defined not by job title but by a set of tasks and the skills needed to complete them.
Spotify’s New AI Feature Could Transform the Way You Listen to Audiobooks
The tool makes it easier to pick up the audiobook where you left off.
The Longest Government Shutdown in U.S. History Is Over, But Another Deadline Is Already Looming
President Donald Trump signed a short-term funding bill late Wednesday night to reopen the government after 43 days.
The 10 companies that just launched from Betaworks latest startup camp
Early-stage venture fund Betaworks announced the latest 10 companies launching from its prestigious Camp program.
Tesla might finally bring CarPlay to its EVs
The addition of CarPlay would mark a significant change for Tesla, which has so far shunned phone mirroring in its vehicles.
Facebook Marketplace gets new collaborative and social features, Meta AI integrations
Meta is testing collaborative buying to let users invite a friend to join their chat with a seller.