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Notion Restores Anthropic Access After Opus Model Disruption
Early Sunday, Notion users found their AI-powered workflows abruptly halted.
Meta Launches Niche AI Apps, Paid Tiers for 2026
Instagram Plus has quietly launched at $3.
OpenAI's Lockdown Mode Enhances Protection Against Prompt Injection
OpenAI's new Lockdown Mode for ChatGPT, rolled out in 2026, fundamentally alters how the AI interacts with the internet.
Hyundai Motor India Launches Innovation Challenge for Startups
Cambridge GaN Devices (CGD), a startup, recently won a Hyundai Open Innovation Challenge for its robust EV traction inverter technology.
Google Taps SpaceX for Cloud Compute Services
Google, a cloud infrastructure titan, reportedly pays SpaceX $920 million monthly for AI computing power, according to The New York Times and Bloomberg .
Startup Battlefield 200 application deadline approaches June 8
A last-minute extension has opened a critical window for startups to compete for $100,000 in non-dilutive funding at TechCrunch Disrupt.
Founders Share VC Horror Stories, Naming Names on Viral X Thread
At a $15M Series A pitch, a venture capitalist fell asleep.
Reid Hoffman to Depart Microsoft Board in 2026 Amid AI Focus
Reid Hoffman, LinkedIn co-founder and billionaire VC, informed Microsoft on June 2 he will not seek re-election to its board at the 2026 annual shareholder meeting.
Airbnb CEO Brian Chesky Launches Personal AI Lab
Airbnb CEO Brian Chesky is reportedly in the early stages of funding his own artificial intelligence lab, a personal venture separate from the multi-billion dollar company he leads.
Founders Fund Launches MAFIA the GAME for Tech Elites
OpenAI's Sam Altman, Anduril's Palmer Luckey, and other tech luminaries recently gathered not for a board meeting or a funding round, but to play Mafia.
Investment in defense tech companies hits record highs in 2026
In the first five months of 2026 alone, venture capital poured over $14.
Uber Deploys 500 Electric Cars For High-Fidelity Data Collection
On Friday, 500 custom electric Hyundai Ioniq 5 SUVs, bristling with cameras, lidar, and radar, began silently mapping the streets of Washington, DC for Uber, reports SmartCitiesDive.
FirstClub valuation soars to $255 million in nine months
In less than a year, FirstClub's valuation soared from $120 million in September 2025 to $255 million, a 112.
Lovable partners with Google Cloud for AI development expansion
A company that crossed $400 million in annualized revenue with just 146 employees now plans to increase its Google Cloud usage fivefold to generate even more AI-powered code.
7 Best Executive Assistant Services for Startups in 2026 (Squared Away Ranked #1)
This article evaluates the top executive assistant services for startups in 2026, highlighting the crucial role they play in growth. Squared Away is ranked #1 due to its unique partnership model, US-based military spouse assistants, and deep integration capabilities.
Mach Industries defense tech valuation soars to $1.8 billion
In just one year, Mach Industries' valuation exploded from $470 million to $1.8 billion.
Meta AI Pendant Development Update: Wearable Strategy
Meta is developing an AI-powered pendant, a voice-based digital assistant worn around the neck, with testing slated to begin in the next year, according to Engadget and Indiatimes .
Snap Alumni Launch Ghost Angels Fund for Consumer Tech
Since its quiet 2025 launch, a network of 20 former Snap employees, now operating as Ghost Angels, has already backed at least five early-stage companies.
AI Costs Explained: From Entry-Level Tools to Enterprise Solutions
An average AI power user in 2026 is projected to spend between $60 and $110 per month, quietly accumulating costs across multiple seemingly affordable subscriptions.
SpaceX lands $6.45 billion in U.S. Space Force contracts
The U.S. Space Force awarded SpaceX two contracts totaling $6.45 billion in 2026, cementing the company's role as the military's primary space partner. This pushes its government contract haul to over
Triomics AI secures $22 million for oncology centers
Triomics, an AI company focused on oncology, has now secured over $36 million in total capital.
Ferrari's $640,000 electric vehicle arrives in 2026
Ferrari's first all-electric car, the Luce, has debuted with a $640,000 price tag, instantly making it one of the most expensive and exclusive EVs ever produced, as reported by The New York Times and
Dutch government blocks Kyndryl acquisition of Solvinity
The Dutch government unexpectedly blocked US IT giant Kyndryl's 100 million euro acquisition of local cloud provider Solvinity, citing an unspecified 'risk to the public interest'.
India's gig workers train robots for AI startups
In India, gig workers are paid as little as $1 per hour to wear camera-equipped caps, collecting egocentric video data that will train the next generation of physical AI machines and robots for Silico
Dreamie alarm clock reduces phone use in bed for $250
At $249.99, the Dreamie Smart Alarm Clock demands a premium for its promise: keeping phones out of bed. The device aims to reduce in-bed phone use, a common goal for better sleep. However, its high pr
Kitchen gadgets for easier adulting in 2026
The Nosh Chef Robot dispenses exact amounts of oils and spices, roughly chops, stirs, sautés, portions, plates, and even self-cleans.
Peec startup revenue growth surges past $10 million
Just six months after securing $21 million in Series A funding, AI startup Peec AI has more than doubled its annualized revenue to $10 million, far outpacing typical growth trajectories.
Google Unveils New AI Audio Glasses
This fall, Google's AI product Gemini will begin interacting with users via audio through new smart glasses, according to MacRumors .
Apple Asks Supreme Court to Review Epic Games App Store Ruling
Apple faces a civil contempt finding after charging a 27% commission on external App Store payments, directly defying a court order to allow such links.
Spotify launches AI audiobook creation tool with ElevenLabs
Spotify Technology (SPOT) share price surged 13% on Thursday, its best day in over three months, following the launch of an AI tool that lets authors create audiobooks with synthetic voices, according