X open sources its algorithm while facing a transparency fine and Grok controversies
In a post to Github on Tuesday, the social media giant purported to share its secret sauce.
Google DeepMind wants to know if chatbots are just virtue signaling
Google DeepMind is calling for the moral behavior of large language models—such as what they do when called on to act as companions, therapists, medical advisors, and so on—to be scrutinized with the same kind of rigor as their ability to code or do math. As LLMs improve, people are asking them to play more…
Luminar founder Austin Russell agrees to accept subpoena in bankruptcy case
The agreement comes two weeks after Luminar accused its billionaire founder of dodging information requests, as it evaluates potential legal claims.
Why Serve Robotics is acquiring a hospital assistant robot company
Serve Robotics is expanding beyond its sidewalk delivery roots by acquiring Diligent Robotics, which makes a hospital assistant bot named Moxi.
Meet the Tesla of Two Wheels
Investors are already taking advantage of this limited-time early-stage opportunity.
Trump administration admits DOGE may have misused Americans’ Social Security data
The revelation comes as part of a series of corrections in a legal case over DOGE’s access to Social Security Administration data.
UStrive security lapse exposed personal data of its users, including children
The online mentoring site UStrive exposed email addresses, phone numbers, and other non-public information to other logged-in users. The nonprofit told TechCrunch that the issue is now fixed, but wouldn’t commit to alerting affected individuals.
Ethernovia raises $90M as investors rush to fund ‘Physical AI’
The automotive-focused company is looking to expand its ethernet-based processors to fields like robotics.
Amazon CEO Andy Jassy says tariffs are starting to drive up product prices
Jassy said on Tuesday that while Amazon is trying to keep prices low, price hikes may be unavoidable in some cases.
How Leaders Can Use the 5 ‘Work Love Languages’ to Better Motivate Their Teams
To truly motivate your team, you need to understand their ‘work love language.’ Here’s what that means and where to start.
Your Culture Is Your Capital. Here’s How to Turn Soft Values Into Hard Startup Metrics
Coordination spreads responsibility, yet poorly executed, it compounds risk.