SpaceX seeks federal approval to launch 1 million solar-powered satellite data centers
SpaceX’s filing claims these satellites will be “a first step towards becoming a Kardashev II-level civilization — one that can harness the Sun’s full power.”
The Download: AI “mind-reading” and creative uses for small batteries
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Nvidia CEO pushes back against report that his company’s $100B OpenAI investment has stalled
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang said that a recent report of friction between his company and OpenAI was “nonsense.”
The Only Crew with Access to a $450 Million ‘Gold Rush’
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Replace Your Desktop Scanner with This $28 App
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HomeBoost’s app will show you where to save on your utility bills
The startup is partnering with utilities to help homeowners determine the best upgrades to cut their energy use.
Comparing AI Models With This Tool Can Save Your Business Time and Money
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a16z partner Kofi Ampadu to leave firm after TxO program pause
Kofi Ampadu, the partner at a16z who led the firm’s Talent x Opportunity (TxO) fund and program, has left the firm.
4 AI Tools to Help You Start a Profitable Solo Business in 2026
How I automated traffic, sales and ops with 4 tools — no team required.
Physical Intelligence, Stripe veteran Lachy Groom’s latest bet, is building Silicon Valley’s buzziest robot brains
If co-founder Lachy Groom has any doubts, he doesn’t show it. He’s working with people who’ve been working on this problem for decades and who believe the timing is finally right, which is all he needs to know.
OnlyFans considering selling majority stake to Architect Capital
This isn’t the first time in recent memory that OnlyFans has been in talks to sell off its business.