US government lab is probing Chinese lidar for security vulnerabilities

August 21, 2026

The security review is being performed by the Idaho National Laboratory, and the research is being funded by a company — or a group of companies — in the electric and autonomous vehicle industries.

I Walked Away From a $100,000 Deal — Here’s Why the Client Chose Us Anyway

August 21, 2026

The fastest way to find out if your values are real is to put a six-figure price tag on betraying them.

A&W Is Redesigning Its Restaurants for the First Time in Years — Here’s How It’s Trying to Avoid What Happened to Cracker Barrel

August 21, 2026

The new “modern heritage” prototype goes retro, leaning into A&W’s roadside root beer stand roots.

This Founder Started Selling Muffin Mix From Her NYC Apartment. Her Company Just Sold for $850 Million.

August 21, 2026

Elizabeth Stein sold Purely Elizabeth to Ferrero, the company behind Nutella. Unlike most exits, she’s staying on as CEO.

Oura faces lawsuit accusing it of misleading consumers about sleep-tracking accuracy

August 21, 2026

The lawsuit alleges that Oura rings are unable to measure any of the physiological signals needed to assess sleep quality or determine sleep stages.

Walmart to finally start accepting Apple Pay and Google Pay

August 21, 2026

Are pigs flying? Walmart has finally caved on its refusal to support Apple Pay and Google Pay.

The Real ROI of AI Isn’t the AI. It’s the Headcount You Never Add.

August 21, 2026

Most AI spending never shows up on the bottom line. Here’s the real test for what actually moves your margin.

Apple’s New AirPods Will Have Cameras. Why Is the Internet Calling Them ‘Pervertpods’?

August 21, 2026

The earbuds with AI-powered cameras are scheduled for release in 2027. Some on social media say the cameras will record people unknowingly.

Starcloud raises $250 million for orbital data centers as launch options dry up

August 21, 2026

There’s about to be a big fight to secure access to space.

Tesla recalls 3 million cars as part of China-wide push to stop hidden door handles

August 21, 2026

Tesla and eight other automakers will install warning labels that help occupants identify the often hard-to-find manual door releases.

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