AI translation tech Palabra gets backing from Reddit co-founder’s venture firm
Alexis Ohanian and his firm Seven Seven Six are backing Palabra, which is working on a translation engine.
We’re putting more stuff into space than ever. Here’s what’s up there.
Earth’s a medium-size rock with some water on top, enveloped by gases that keep everything that lives here alive. Just at the edge of that envelope begins a thin but dense layer of human-built, high-tech stuff. People started putting gear up there in 1957, and now it’s a real habit. Telescopes look up and out…
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Cohere hires long-time Meta research head Joelle Pineau as its chief AI officer
Cohere has hired Joelle Pineau, Meta’s former VP of AI research who previously oversaw the tech giant’s fundamental AI research (FAIR) lab. In her newly created Chief AI Officer role, Pineau will oversee AI strategy across Cohere’s research, product and policy teams.
Inside the Box: Aaron Levie on reinvention at TechCrunch Disrupt 2025
Aaron Levie of Box joins the Disrupt Stage at TechCrunch Disrupt 2025 in October.
Apple’s blood oxygen monitoring returns to its latest Apple Watches
The change doesn’t affect previously sold models with the original version of the feature or units bought outside the U.S.
Hurry and Get This $440 MacBook Pro Before It’s Gone
Upgrade your office tech without changing your budget.
Airbnb will allow US users book stays without paying upfront
Airbnb has launched a new feature called “Reserve Now, Pay Later” that lets users in the U.S. reserve a property without paying upfront, potentially allowing people to cancel their bookings with less hassle if their plans change.
If You Don’t Know These 6 Industry-Backed Secrets, You’re Probably Losing Customers Every Day
What builds true customer loyalty? We asked six leaders to share what made the most difference in their businesses.
Warren Buffett Made 95% of His Wealth After Age 65. Here’s How Much His Net Worth Has Grown Past Retirement Age.
Buffett has served as CEO of Berkshire Hathaway since 1970, marking over five decades of leadership at the company.
Co-founder of Elon Musk’s xAI departs the company
Igor Babuschkin is leaving xAI less than three years after he co-founded the startup with Elon Musk, following a series of scandals at company.
JPMorgan’s New ‘Supertall’ Office Offers Perks Like High-End Restaurants and a High-Tech Gym. Here’s What Else to Expect.
JPMorgan Chase is opening its new $3 billion, 60-story skyscraper to coincide with its return-to-office mandate.