The AI-powered search startup’s valuation jumped from $18 billion two months earlier.
A California bill that would regulate AI companion chatbots is close to becoming law
If SB 243 is enacted, California would become the first state to require operators to implement safety protocols for AI companions and hold companies legally accountable if their chatbots fail to meet those standards.
Spotify is finally launching support for lossless music streaming
Spotify is finally launching lossless music streaming support after consumers demanded it for years.
Google’s former security leads raise $13M to fight email threats before they reach you
The startup is using real-time AI agents that inspect, analyze, and neutralize email threats.
Tinder evolves some features into dating ‘modes’
The app is getting two new modes, Double Date and College Mode — essentially extensions of existing features — alongside a “For You” mode on the home screen that presents the classic Tinder experience. The company said it will add more dating modes that will lean into interests, dating intentions, and different ways to connect.
Ex-Google X trio wants their AI to be your second brain — and they just raised $6M to make it happen
TwinMind, available on Android and iOS, passively captures background audio to gain context and deliver on-the-go summaries.
Uber will add Blade’s helicopters to its platform as early as 2026
The move comes just one month after Uber partner Joby acquired Blade’s passenger business.
Snap breaks into ‘startup squads’ as ad revenue stalls
CEO Evan Spiegel just announced the company is restructuring around small “startup squads” of 10 to 15 people to regain agility against larger competitors.
Nepal reverses social media ban as protests turn deadly
Nepal has reversed its social media ban following nationwide “Gen Z” protests and public backlash.
ReOrbit lands record funding to take on Musk’s Starlink from Europe
Finnish startup ReOrbit, has raised a record €45 million Series A for the country to offer “sovereign” satellites.