Riding High After I.P.O., SpaceX Will Buy A.I. Start-Up for $60 Billion

NYT Technology

SpaceX exercised its option to acquire Cursor in an all-stock deal, bolstering Elon Musk’s ambitions in artificial intelligence.

D.O.J. Seeks to Halt Pollution Lawsuit Against Elon Musk’s Data Center

NYT Technology

The department cited national security concerns, saying Elon Musk’s company had played a crucial role in the Iran war. It also argued it has the authority to stop environmental lawsuits brought by citizens.

US approval of Paramount/Warner Bros. deal surprised DOJ lawyers, report says

Ars Technica

Trump admin green-lighting $111B deal “reeks of corruption,” Sen. Warren says.

The EU won’t pursue a mandatory game preservation law

Engadget

The European Commission says it can’t force publishers to preserve video games, citing existing copyright and IP law.

10 underrated Apple Watch features you can set up in minutes

Engadget

These might not be the most popular or well-known Apple Watch features, but we think they’re worth using and setting up.

The Dell XPS 13 laptop is available starting today

Engadget

The Dell XPS 13 is now available, starting at $599.

Trump admin tries to block Clean Air Act lawsuit over xAI’s gas turbines

Ars Technica

NAACP lawsuit says xAI uses gas turbines without permits for Grok data center.

Year of free HPE software a “step in the correct direction” in VMware rivalry

Ars Technica

Partner tells Ars that HPE should be giving out more free VM Essentials licenses.

The Webb telescope has captured its first ‘bulge fossil fragment’

Engadget

The funny-sounding name offers new insights into galaxy formation.

Cockroaches scurry around with thousands of pieces of bacterial genomes

Ars Technica

Transferring genes across species doesn’t just happen in microbes.

Evan Spiegel doesn’t want you to call Snap Specs AI glasses

Engadget

Snap CEO Evan Spiegel sat with us to discuss the Snap Specs, privacy, parental controls and more. Spoiler: He says “computing” a lot.

Among the large new rockets Amazon was counting on, only Europe has delivered

Ars Technica

“As for Arianespace, they have definitely stepped up.”

Anthropic “pauses” token-based billing for its Claude Agent SDK

Ars Technica

Move originally planned for Monday would have heavily increased power users’ costs.

Around a fifth of Steam Next Fest demos have a generative AI disclosure

Engadget

We’ll see how players react.

Xfinity introduces same-day Wi-Fi for new customers.

Engadget

In some markets, new Xfinity customers can get their wifi set up same-day.

Pentagon boasts of using AI to write reports mandated by Congress

Ars Technica

Pentagon also claims 1.5 million personnel are using generative AI tools.

Android 17 starts hitting Pixel phones and watches today

Ars Technica

Pixels will get their OTA in the coming weeks, but don’t expect monumental changes.

Google launches ‘bubble’ multi-tasking and foldable gaming mode with Android 17

Engadget

Google has started rolling out Android 17.

Wear OS 7 arrives to Pixel watches with Gemini AI and live updates

Engadget

Wear OS 7 is now live for Pixel watches, with a new interface, notifications and Gemini features.

Cybersecurity

U.S. Bars Foreigners From Using Anthropic’s Most Advanced A.I. Models

NYT Technology

The company said on Friday night that the federal government had ordered limits on its Mythos and Fable 5 A.I. systems, citing national security concerns.

Artificial Intelligence

SpaceX to acquire AI coding platform Cursor for $60 billion

Ars Technica

Separately, neither could compete. Now they hope they can.

State Attorneys General Are Investigating OpenAI

NYT Technology

OpenAI said that a coalition of states had opened an investigation over a wide range of its practices, including its handling of user data, safety of minors and advertising activities.

Trump Administration Reignites Its Feud With Anthropic Over Latest A.I. Models

NYT Technology

The administration’s surprise restrictions Friday cut off foreign access to Anthropic’s latest models and sparked another round of finger pointing.

Version of AI tool ‘too powerful for public’ released to public

BBC Technology

Claude Fable 5 is a version of Anthropic’s Claude Mythos, an AI program which caused a stir among technology, finance, and government leaders.

Top 10 AI Tools That Will Transform Your Content Creation in 2025

TechCrunch

Looking to level up your content creation game in 2025? You’re in the right place! The digital landscape has evolved dramatically, and AI tools have become essential for creators who want to stay ahead of the curve.

Hardware

A.I. Boom Ignites Asian Chip Companies

NYT Technology

They make much of the gear that goes into giant data centers. Demand for their products is shifting the balance of tech power.

UK Announces Social Media Ban for Children Under 16

NYT Technology

Prime Minister Keir Starmer said his government planned to bar children under 16 from social media, following similar efforts in Australia and elsewhere.

Intel begins production of most-advanced chip, inching closer to possible Apple deal

CNBC Technology

Intel is entering production of 18A-P, its most-advanced chip node that could be the target of a coming deal with Apple

Qualcomm’s latest chip hints that more powerful smart glasses could be on the way

The Verge

Smart glasses are still a nascent category, but chipmaker Qualcomm is hard at work upgrading the silicon to power the next wave of XR devices: the Snapdragon Reality Elite. Although Qualcomm is announcing the chip today at Augmented World Expo, we’ve technically already gotten a hands-on with a d…

Computers

When will social media ban start, and which apps will be affected?

BBC Technology

The measures will see apps including TikTok and Snapchat banned for UK teens early in 2027.

Snap is finally about to ship AR glasses — and they cost a fortune

The Verge

Snap is finally launching augmented glasses for the public. Specs, which Snap describes as “a wearable computer built into see-through augmented reality glasses,” will cost $2,195. You can preorder a pair of Specs now at specs.com with a $200 refundable deposit, and Snap says they’re expected to …

Mobile

Five big questions about the UK’s under-16s social media ban

BBC Technology

A ban is coming – but it’s still not clear what it will mean for sites including Roblox, YouTube and WhatsApp.

Snap unveils $2,195 AR glasses as CEO Evan Spiegel bets on post-smartphone future

CNBC Technology

Snap is launching its first AR glasses geared toward the broader public instead of developers.

All the latest news on Android 17, Wear OS 7, and Android XR

The Verge

Google’s Android 17 update includes highlights like new floating “Bubble” app windows for easier multitasking, a Screen Reaction recording mode, and a 50/50 split gaming mode for foldable phones. Meanwhile, Wear OS 7 brings Live Updates and better battery life for smart watches, and it prepares c…

Android 17 arrives on Pixel phones today

The Verge

Following its official debut last month, Google is now rolling out Android 17 to compatible Pixel phones, alongside additional exclusive features as part of the June Pixel Drop. Not every feature announced alongside the OS at the pre-I/O Android Show is available today, though. Android 17 itself …

Google launches Wear OS 7 with Live Updates and a battery life boost

The Verge

Google’s Wear OS 7 update is starting to roll out today for the Pixel Watch 2, 3, and 4, adding a new Live Updates feature that tracks live events from your Android smartwatch. Live Updates will now sync with Wear OS devices, so updates like sports scores or an ongoing meal delivery will show up …

Space

What is Helium-3 and could we get it from the moon?

BBC Technology

Helium-3 is expensive and demand is forecast to soar, so some are planning to mine it on the moon.

SpaceX’s Unlikely Journey From Far-Out Idea to $2 Trillion Juggernaut

NYT Technology

Elon Musk said he had initially given SpaceX less than a 10 percent chance of succeeding. His rocket company has come a long way.

Who is Elon Musk and what is his net worth?

BBC Technology

The boss of X, Tesla and SpaceX, already the world’s richest person, is now also its first trillionaire.

Jim Cramer says SpaceX investors aren’t buying earnings — they’re buying Elon Musk

CNBC Technology

CNBC’s Jim Cramer said SpaceX investors are betting on Elon Musk’s vision and track record, rather than the company’s current earnings power.

SpaceX’s blistering start still faces key tests that will determine the stock’s true value

CNBC Technology

SpaceX’s stock has yet to face true price discovery.

Green Tech

Trump admin abandons fight against wind energy as clean energy output surges

Ars Technica

Legal victories have dampened the Trump admin’s efforts to halt wind and solar power.

What to Know About Planned Social Media Bans in Australia, the U.K. and Beyond

NYT Technology

Britain said it would ban social media access for children under 16 starting in 2027, joining several other countries introducing similar measures.

Kalshi to make some users reveal job details to tackle insider trading

BBC Technology

After issues with insider trading, the prediction betting platform is adding new rules.

Beginner Guide to CJ Affiliate (Commission Junction) in 2022

TechCrunch

Image by vectorjuice on Freepik In this CJ Affiliate guide, I will share with you everything you need to get started on the platform, I will give you an in-depth look at the network and how it works. You will learn how to earn money with the platform. If you’re not interested, I’ll share some of …

What is Blockchain: Everything You Need to Know (2022)

TechCrunch

If you want to pay online, you need to register an account and provide credit card information. If you don’t have a credit card, you can pay with bank transfer. With the rise of cryptocurrencies, these methods may become old.