xAI’s Grok chatbot has been at the center of controversy after it repeatedly referred to “white genocide in South Africa” in response to unrelated topics. The company blamed an “unauthorized modification” for the bug, which is the second time such an incident has occurred. xAI has promised to make changes to prevent similar incidents in…
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The latest innovation in wearable technology, Ray-Ban Meta smart glasses, has taken the world by storm. These smart glasses have become a surprise hit among outdoor enthusiasts, particularly among cyclists. With features such as a built-in camera, open-ear speakers, and AI assistant, these glasses have made it easier for people to capture moments, listen to…
Apple Maps has announced a collaboration with the MICHELIN Guide, The Infatuation, and Golf Digest to provide users with recommended restaurants and golf courses in their area. Starting in the U.S., users will be able to filter their Maps searches to see restaurants with MICHELIN ratings and options from The Infatuation. The integration will also…
Work-Bench, a venture capital firm, has announced the raise of a $160 million Fund IV to invest in seed-stage founders building enterprise software in New York City. The firm plans to support 23-25 companies, with checks ranging from $2 million to $4 million, focusing on AI, cybersecurity, developer tools, and enterprise applications. Forecast for 6…
Raghav Gupta, the founder of Posha, has created a countertop robot that makes meals using computer vision. The device allows users to select recipes, add ingredients, and the machine cooks the meal. Posha has gained popularity, especially among customers who cook two to six times a week, and has sold out of its first batch….
Founders of startups often face numerous challenges, from fundraising to marketing strategy. To address these issues, TechCrunch All Stage 2025 is taking place on July 15 in Boston. The event will feature main-stage conversations, deep-dive workshops, and tactical networking designed to help founders scale with confidence. Jason Kraus, founder of Prepare 4 VC, will be…
Aurora, a leading autonomous trucking company, has announced a significant leadership change with the resignation of co-founder Sterling Anderson. Anderson, who served as the company’s chief product officer, will be leaving the company to take on a senior leadership role at an iconic global company. This development comes as Aurora continues to push forward with…
Google has partnered with Elementl Power to develop three sites for advanced nuclear reactors, aiming to add at least 600 megawatts of generating capacity at each site. This move is driven by Google’s growing power demands at its data centers, with plans to spend $75 billion on data center capacity this year alone. The partnership…
Bill Gates, co-founder of Microsoft, has announced that his foundation will exhaust its coffers and wind down operations within the next 20 years. The foundation, which has already spent over $100 billion on various causes, is expected to spend more than $200 billion in the next two decades. This significant shift in the foundation’s timeline…
The video game industry has seen a rise in anti-cheat measures as cheaters adapt and develop new ways to gain an unfair advantage. Riot Games’ Vanguard anti-cheat system has been successful in reducing cheaters in Valorant, but the industry is expected to continue evolving as cheaters find new ways to exploit vulnerabilities. Forecast for 6…