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A bustling cityscape at dusk, with glowing delivery icons and fast-moving vehicles representing the rapid growth of quick commerce startup FirstClub.

FirstClub valuation surges to $255M with $55M funding

Within its first year in Bengaluru, quick commerce startup FirstClub crossed 1 million orders and acquired 170,000 households, propelling its valuation to $255 million.

Sameh El-Masry· Jun 4· 3 min
Futuristic data center with glowing servers and holographic AI network projections, representing Alphabet's massive investment in artificial intelligence infrastructure.

Alphabet seeks $80 billion to fund its AI buildout

Alphabet, a company valued over a trillion dollars, is planning to raise $80 billion in equity, including a $10 billion investment from Warren Buffett's Berkshire Hathaway, solely to fund its artifici

Sameh El-Masry· Jun 2· 3 min
The new Ferrari Luce electric car, showcasing its advanced design and impressive performance capabilities on a scenic road.

Ferrari Launches Luce, Its First Electric Car, With Impressive Range

Ferrari's first fully electric vehicle, the Luce, debuted on May 28, 2026, with a staggering starting price of €550,000 ($640,000), immediately positioning it as an ultra-exclusive luxury offering, ac

Jordan Adebayo· Jun 1· 3 min
Artist KC Green confronting a monolithic AI structure, holding a panel of his 'This is Fine' meme in a symbolic stand for artist rights.

KC Green and Artisan AI reach settlement over art dispute

Artist KC Green publicly called for followers to "vandalize" bus and subway ads featuring his iconic 'This is fine' meme.

Jordan Adebayo· Jun 1· 3 min
Unastella's Una Express-I rocket launching successfully, with engineers monitoring from a high-tech control center, symbolizing significant progress in space technology.

Unastella secures $24M in Series B funding

Just months after launching its Una Express-I rocket from South Korean soil in May 2025, the Unastella rocket startup secured an additional $24 million in Series B funding, bringing its reported total

Sameh El-Masry· Jun 1· 3 min
A developer's workspace illuminated by the glow of AI code suggestions, highlighting the new token-based billing system and its potential cost implications for users.

Github Copilot token billing sparks developer concerns over costs

Starting June 1, GitHub Copilot users will find their familiar flat-rate subscriptions replaced by a token-based system where every line of AI-generated code could contribute to an unexpected bill.

Jordan Adebayo· May 31· 3 min
A glowing, abstract angel formed from code and data streams, symbolizing the Ghost Angels fund's focus on AI startups.

Snap Alumni Launch Ghost Angels Fund for AI Startups

A collective of 20 former Snap employees has launched Ghost Angels, a new venture fund.

Jordan Adebayo· May 31· 3 min
Futuristic cityscape with holographic AI interfaces and professionals collaborating around a digital table, symbolizing the integration of AI in business.

Standard AI Subscriptions Cost Around $20 a Month

In 2026, ChatGPT became the #1 most-expensed app by transaction volume, signaling a new era where AI tools are not just productivity aids but major corporate expenditures, according to aionx .

Kaleo Kekoa· May 30· 3 min
Indian courtroom where the Delhi High Court has ordered Google to pay Rs 30 lakh in damages for trademark infringement in its ad business.

Indian Court Criticizes Google Ad Business, Orders Rs 30 Lakh Payout

Google, a company that earned Rs 34,000 crore in gross advertising in India last year, was ordered by the Delhi High Court to pay Rs 30 lakh in damages for trademark infringement.

Jordan Adebayo· May 30· 3 min
SpaceX Starship launching into orbit, symbolizing the company's new $2.29 billion Pentagon contract for a critical satellite network and its role in national defense.

SpaceX Wins $2.29 Billion Pentagon Contract for Satellite Network

SpaceX secured $6.4 billion in new U.S. Space Force contracts within a single week, according to Basenor . This substantial investment, awarded in 2026, establishes SpaceX as a critical provider for n

Sarah Chen· May 30· 3 min
A shadowy hacker figure illuminated by a computer screen, with digital code and the Los Angeles skyline in the background, symbolizing a cyberattack on the city's transit system.

Iranian hackers breach Los Angeles transit system

Iranian hackers stole at least 700 gigabytes of emails, backups, and other files from the Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority (LACMTA) in March, forcing parts of its network offli

David Ibrahim· May 26· 3 min
Indian gig workers wearing sensor-equipped caps collect first-person video data to train robots for AI startups, highlighting the human element in AI development.

India's gig economy trains robots for startups, raising $8.2M

In India, gig workers are being paid as little as $1 per hour to wear camera-equipped caps and sensor devices.

Sameh El-Masry· May 26· 4 min
Startup founders looking at a countdown timer for the Startup Battlefield 200 application deadline, symbolizing urgency and opportunity for equity-free funding.

Startup Battlefield 200 application deadline is May 27

A single startup will walk away with $100,000 in equity-free funding, but the chance to even compete for Startup Battlefield 200 vanishes on May 27.

Kaleo Kekoa· May 25· 3 min
A benevolent AI figure extends a protective aura over a diverse group of people, symbolizing the safeguarding of humanity from digital dangers.

Pope Leo XIV Publishes First Encyclical on AI Safeguarding Human Person

Pope Leo XIV's inaugural encyclical, 'Magnifica Humanitas,' starkly warns that artificial intelligence must be 'disarmed,' directly condemning its use in warfare and political manipulation.

Sameh El-Masry· May 25· 3 min
SolarSquare's $60 million funding fuels the expansion of rooftop solar installations across Indian homes, symbolizing a greener future.

SolarSquare confirms $60M funding to expand rooftop solar market

SolarSquare, a company powering just over 20,000 homes, confirmed a $60 million Series C funding round.

Jordan Adebayo· May 24· 3 min
Futuristic cityscape with Waymo robotaxis efficiently navigating while a Tesla vehicle is stopped, highlighting Waymo's superior ETA.

Waymo Robotaxi ETA Beats Tesla by Nearly 10 Minutes

In recent months, Waymo robotaxi rides, though still averaging $19.

Sarah Chen· May 24· 3 min
Futuristic AI data center powered by a combination of advanced technology and natural gas turbines, symbolizing the complex energy needs of artificial intelligence.

Elon Musk's xAI Turns to Gas, Eyes Space Power Amid Solar Limits

Elon Musk's xAI, a company at the forefront of artificial intelligence, is currently powering its data centers with dozens of natural gas turbines, with plans to purchase an additional $2.

David Ibrahim· May 23· 3 min
A glitching Google 'G' logo hologram in a dark server room, symbolizing AI errors in search results.

Google AI Overviews disregard dictionary definition for search terms

When searching for "disregard" on Google, the AI Overview responds with an unhelpful "Understood.

Sarah Chen· May 22· 3 min
Futuristic AI interface showing autonomous search and purchase capabilities, representing Google's new AI agents.

Google AI agents to conduct advanced searches for users

This summer, Google AI Pro and Ultra subscribers will gain access to specialized AI agents.

Sarah Chen· May 20· 3 min
Cinematic depiction of AI code and data streams being pulled between ethical development and corporate control, symbolizing the OpenAI internal conflict.

Sam Altman testifies Elon Musk sought OpenAI control

OpenAI's for-profit entity, once a non-profit dedicated to safe AI, is now valued at over $800 billion, fueled by approximately $175 billion in investment, according to courthousenews .

Jordan Adebayo· May 18· 3 min
Abstract AI algorithms analyzing a digital representation of a person, symbolizing the 'In the Weights' personal recall checker.

Ex-OpenAI Staff Launch AI Personal Recall Checker

Former OpenAI employees Thomas Dimson and Joey Flynn have launched In the Weights, a free website assessing how well AI models recall information about individuals.

David Ibrahim· Jun 21· 2 min
The Aura Ink e-ink photo frame showcasing a cherished memory with its unique paper-like display, set against a modern home decor backdrop.

Aura Ink e-ink photo frame review: A low-maintenance display

Aura's new Ink frame, priced at $499, features a 13.

David Ibrahim· Jun 20· 2 min
A desolate office environment symbolizing the impact of AI layoffs on the tech workforce and the resulting economic strain.

AI Layoffs Lead to Workforce Churn and Economic Strain

Last month, nearly 40,000 tech workers lost their jobs, marking the highest single month for tech layoffs in two years, with AI cited as the primary reason, according to TechCrunch .

Kaleo Kekoa· Jun 15· 2 min
Digital divide separating users from AI access, with India's flag integrated into a futuristic cityscape, symbolizing the nation's engagement with AI's future.

India Debates AI Future as Anthropic Halts Model Access

On June 12, 2026, Anthropic abruptly suspended global access to its Fable 5 and Mythos 5 AI models for all foreign nationals, following a direct order from the U.

Sameh El-Masry· Jun 14· 2 min
Andrew Yang's Noble Mobile logo displayed prominently, with icons representing data refunds and cost savings for consumers.

Andrew Yang's Noble Mobile aims to cut living costs

Since its launch last September, Andrew Yang's Noble Mobile has grown to thousands of customers and generates millions in revenue by refunding unused data, according to IndexBox .

Sarah Chen· Jun 13· 2 min
A detailed replica town constructed by the FBI for advanced cyberattack simulation and training exercises, showcasing a unique approach to digital defense.

FBI builds replica town for cyberattack training

In Huntsville, Alabama, the FBI has constructed a 22,000 square-foot replica town, complete with fully furnished houses, a grocery store, and a power company.

David Ibrahim· Jun 13· 2 min
SpaceX Starship ascending from Earth's orbit, with city lights visible on the planet below, symbolizing unprecedented demand and record valuation.

SpaceX IPO Sees Unprecedented Demand, Record Valuation

Retail investors alone submitted over $100 billion in orders for SpaceX's initial public offering, far exceeding the $75 billion raised, despite the company reporting a nearly $5 billion loss last yea

Jordan Adebayo· Jun 12· 2 min
A visual representation of Sequoia Capital's alleged dual-pricing valuation scheme, showing a $1 billion reported valuation versus a $400 million actual investment valuation.

Brendan Foody Accuses Sequoia of Dual-Pricing Valuation Tricks

AI-driven IT startup Serval announced a $75 million Series B at a $1 billion valuation.

Sameh El-Masry· Jun 9· 2 min
Scientists working in a state-of-the-art EV battery development center, examining advanced battery cells with holographic displays.

GM invests $900M in EV battery R&D

General Motors just opened a sprawling 500,000-square-foot Battery Cell Development Centre in Michigan, a $900 million bet on a new lithium-manganese-rich (LMR) chemistry designed to slash EV costs (

Sarah Chen· Jun 8· 2 min
Digital representation of Notion interface experiencing an AI service outage with glitching Anthropic AI models in the background.

Notion restores Anthropic AI access after brief service outage

On June 7, 2026, users attempting to leverage Anthropic's Opus 4.

David Ibrahim· Jun 8· 2 min