Mastodon is taking cues from Bluesky with plans for its own starter ‘Packs’
Mastodon is planning to make it easier for newcomers to discover curated collections of users to follow by launching a new starter packs feature.
Week one of the Musk v. Altman trial: What it was like in the room
This story originally appeared in The Algorithm, our weekly newsletter on AI. To get stories like this in your inbox first, sign up here. Two of the most powerful people in AI—Sam Altman and Elon Musk—began their face-off in court in Oakland, California, last week. Musk is suing OpenAI, alleging that the millions he spent to…
Anthropic plans to open India office, eyes tie-up with billionaire Ambani
Anthropic’s next big bet is India — one of its fastest-growing markets worldwide.
North Korean hackers stole over $2 billion in crypto so far in 2025, researchers say
Blockchain monitoring firm Elliptic said this year’s total is already an all-time record for the North Korean regime.
Anthropic and IBM announce strategic partnership
Anthropic’s Claude large language model family will be incorporated into some of IBM’s software development products.
The Barrier That’s Blocking Billions of People From the AI Economy’s Biggest Opportunities
How building resilient AI in low-data environments can unlock inclusion for underserved populations.
ChatGPT Can Now Run Apps Like Zillow and Spotify: ‘A Big Deal’
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman says ChatGPT now has 800 million weekly users, up from 700 million in August.
Startup Battlefield company ÄIO invented a method to make edible fat from ag waste like sawdust
This process could be a way to reduce the world’s dependency on the ecologically destructive palm oil industry.
The iPhone Air is so light, I forgot it was in my pocket
Apple’s iPhone Air is refreshing to use. But its battery and single camera is not for most people.
One startup’s paper-thin stainless steel could change how bridges are built
By coating regular rebar with a thin layer of stainless steel, Allium Engineering could reduce the amount of concrete needed to build a bridge while also prolonging its life.
How I Escaped Burnout by Building a Membership Business — and How You Can Too
If your business starts at zero every month, the problem isn’t your hustle; it’s the model. Learn how a lean membership can replace one-off sales with predictable revenue and a calmer, more scalable operation.