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Google says it fixed more Chrome bugs in June than over the past two years, thanks to AI, highlighting how large‑language models have turbo‑charged its bug‑triage and patching pipelines. This surge in remediation accelerates security updates, giving users a more stable browsing experience while signalling a broader industry shift toward AI‑driven software maintenance.
Microsoft’s fourth‑quarter earnings spotlight a $3.2 billion gain from its Anthropic stake, while the outcome of its OpenAI partnership remains “mixed” with no clear monetary figure disclosed. The contrast underscores how one AI‑lab investment can boost the bottom line, whereas another can yield uncertain financial returns.
After a brief suspension, Waymo’s robotaxi fleet has resumed running on freeways, even as regulators and the public ramp up scrutiny of autonomous vehicles in high‑traffic conditions and near emergency responders. The restart highlights the growing regulatory focus that could reshape where and how robotaxis are permitted to operate.
X has reached a settlement with the World Federation of Advertisers, bringing an acrimonious two‑year lawsuit to a close. While the terms remain confidential, the agreement clears the legal fog and lets both parties refocus on rebuilding advertising revenue on the platform.
Hint, the AI‑powered home‑management platform co‑founded by Martha Stewart, consolidates property records, maintenance schedules, and warranties into a single app, letting homeowners ask an assistant for anything from deed details to HVAC service dates. By turning scattered spreadsheets and emails into a unified, searchable hub, the startup promises to simplify home upkeep and extend the life of key assets.
“After years of perfecting its minimalist candy‑bar, Light Phone is now launching a sleek flip‑phone that strips away every unnecessary app and notification. Co‑founders Kaiwei Tang and Joe Hollier say the device is built for a generation that wants to reclaim focus, offering only calls, texts and a handful of essential tools—nothing more, nothing less.”
Ozlo’s latest revision of its Sleepbuds 2 adds a noticeably longer battery life, more reliable Bluetooth pairing, and a refined sound profile tailored for nighttime use, while also introducing new sleep‑tracking and ambiance features. By addressing the chief complaints that plagued Bose’s original Sleepbuds—short runtime and spotty connectivity—Ozlo positions itself to capture the market segment left vacant when Bose discontinued the line.
eBay has agreed to a $56 million settlement with newsletter authors Ina and David Steiner, ending claims that senior executives launched a 2019 campaign to silence their critical coverage. The deal, disclosed by TechCrunch on 28 July 2026, underscores the financial and reputational risks companies face when attempting to intimidate journalists.
These hidden gems on the App Store prove that even in an AI‑first world, there’s still ample space for well‑crafted, purpose‑driven software. By sidestepping the hype of generative AI and focusing on laser‑sharp functionality, they remind us that great apps can thrive purely on thoughtful design and real‑world utility.
HBO Max is rolling out a new “Shorts” feed that showcases vertical video clips, letting users breeze through bite‑size titles in a TikTok‑style scroll. By embracing the mobile‑first, short‑form format, the service hopes to cut through its massive library and keep viewers engaged without leaving the platform.
Apple’s new “Upgrade” program lets customers lease the latest iPhone, iPad or Mac on a monthly basis through Klarna, turning the high upfront price into manageable payments. The partnership arrives amid a global “RAMageddon” chip shortage that is inflating device costs, making leasing an attractive alternative for cost‑conscious buyers.
Recursive Superintelligence has secured a $410 million cloud‑compute contract with Amazon, channeling the bulk of the budget straight into GPU‑powered training rather than expanding staff. The deal aims to create a self‑optimizing development loop where AI models iteratively improve the product with minimal human intervention.
