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Uber users in Zagreb can now be matched with a Pony.ai robotaxi operated by Verne, but a licensed operator remains behind the wheel during the phased launch.

Google’s new “Preferred Source” button lets readers instantly flag a publisher as a trusted outlet across Search, Discover, and Google News, giving those sites a boost in visibility. By harnessing explicit user preferences, the feature aims to offset the traffic dip caused by AI‑generated answers that bypass original webpages.

VCs want founders who can translate their vision into clear, discipline‑driven numbers. Showcasing spotless bookkeeping, precise KPIs and a proactive fundraising timeline signals that you understand the financial reality of your business—and gives you the leverage to secure better terms.

Google says Tinder used the new R8 Configuration Analyzer to cut slow Android cold starts by 47% while shrinking the app and reducing user-perceived ANRs.

Researchers claim that OpenAI has abruptly terminated their participation in the limited‑access “Trusted Access for Cyber” program, cutting off their ability to use advanced AI models for vulnerability discovery. The revocation threatens to slow down bug reporting and remediation, forcing security teams to seek alternative channels for early disclosure.

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