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SF startup is testing robots in Airbnbs, and trashing them, lawsuit claims

A San Francisco startup is allegedly secretly testing robots in Airbnbs, causing damage to properties and belongings.

Garnix (A Nix CI) is shutting down

Garnix, a Nix-based continuous integration service, is shutting down on July 15th.

28 May1 min read

How to apply to Startup Battlefield 2026, what you need ahead of the June 8 deadline

Startup Battlefield seeks companies with innovative ideas and potential for major industry impact, not just polished applications.

Peak Design’s small Travel Backpack is the exact tech bag I’ve been looking for

Peak Design's 20L Travel Backpack fits laptops and cameras in a compact, everyday carry design.

Ars Technica

2027 Audi RS5 first drive: A performance PHEV with split personalities

Audi's new RS5 is a performance plug-in hybrid with a turbocharged V6 and electric motor combination.

28 May10 min read

The Verge

This sound card could give gamers a competitive edge

Fosi Audio's new C3 Gaming Sound Card enhances competitive gameplay by boosting crucial positional audio cues like footsteps, offering an advantage to FPS players.

YouTube is making its app better for podcast playback, but only for Premium users

YouTube is enhancing its app with new podcast playback features, including an on-the-go mode, auto-speed adjustment, and Ask Music recommendations, exclusively for Premium subscribers.

Sneak peek at new Siri app reveals Apple’s plans to take on ChatGPT and more

Leaked renders reveal Apple's upcoming Siri app and iOS integration, leveraging Google's Gemini AI and local processing to rival ChatGPT and enhance system-wide search capabilities.

Rivian under investigation over rear suspension failures on R1 models

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration is investigating Rivian's R1 models for rear suspension failures after two owners reported losing control due to fractured toe links.

28 May4 min read

The Verge

These new iOS 27 renders hint at Siri’s big redesign

New iOS 27 renders suggest Siri's redesign will resemble ChatGPT, potentially allowing users to initiate chats from the Dynamic Island or a new standalone application.

28 May4 min read

RSI is the new AGI — and it’s just as hard to pin down

Researchers pursue Recursive Self-Improvement, an AI system that continuously upgrades itself.

28 May7 min read

At TechCrunch Disrupt 2026: Databricks’ co-founder on what kills enterprise AI deals

Enterprises reject AI due to operational instability, not the technology itself, prioritizing safety over excitement in deployment decisions.

28 May5 min read

YouTube adds new podcast features, including an AI recommendation tool and ‘Auto speed’

YouTube introduces new podcast features for Premium users, including an AI recommendation tool and 'Auto speed' setting.

Thinner Oura Ring 5 finally tracks live activity, $50 price increase

Oura Ring 5 tracks live activity and has enhanced blood pressure features, with a $50 price increase to $399.

AGI timelines shift with whichever lab is dominant

Researchers' forecasts for AI automating cognitive labor have shifted over time, influenced by dominant labs and technological advancements.

Samsung’s wider Galaxy Z Fold 8 hardware leaks in hands-on [Gallery]

Samsung's wider Galaxy Z Fold 8 hardware has leaked in a hands-on gallery showing a remarkably thin frame.

EU fines Temu €200M for allowing sale of illegal products

The European Union has fined Temu €200m for allowing the sale of illegal products on its platform.

28 May16 min read

Startup Battlefield 200 application deadline extended to June 8 after overwhelming demand

TechCrunch extends the Startup Battlefield 200 application deadline to June 8 due to overwhelming demand from founders worldwide.

Citing 'severe' math deficits, UC faculty demand a return to SAT tests for STEM

UC faculty urge a return to SAT tests for STEM applicants due to severe math deficits among students.

Google engineer charged with insider trading after making $1.2M on Polymarket

A Google software engineer faces insider trading charges for allegedly using confidential company data to make over $1.2 million on the prediction market platform Polymarket.