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Waymo and Uber Face a Robotaxi Split in Austin and Atlanta
Waymo plans to launch its own app in Austin and Atlanta in January 2028 while Uber deployments continue, testing the future of their robotaxi partnership.
NASA-Supported Robotic Satellite Servicing Mission Launches on Falcon 9
Northrop Grumman’s Mission Robotic Vehicle has launched toward geosynchronous orbit with twin robotic arms and three mission-extension pods designed to inspect spacecraft and extend their operating lives.
Amazon Prime settlement: What the July 27 refund deadline means
The Amazon Prime settlement claim deadline is July 27, 2026. Here is what the FTC has confirmed about eligibility, refunds of up to $51, and the next payment stage.
Buzz by Block: How the Nostr-Based AI Workspace Works for Beginners
Buzz is Block’s open-source workspace where people and AI agents share channels, context, code, and workflows. Here is what the July 2026 developer preview can do, what decentralization really means, and how to evaluate it safely.
Why Big Tech Is Backing Open-Weight AI in 2026
A July 24 open letter signed by major technology companies argues that downloadable AI models are important for innovation, competition, customer control and cybersecurity. Here is what the statement means for businesses, developers and policymakers.
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Etched Raises $300 Million Series C for AI Inference Hardware
Etched raised a $300 million Series C led by Sequoia Capital on July 23, 2026. The round highlights continued investment in specialized infrastructure for serving AI models at scale.

MacKenzie Scott’s $26 Billion Philanthropy Playbook: Lessons for Nonprofits
MacKenzie Scott’s unrestricted giving offers practical lessons for nonprofits facing federal funding cuts in 2026: build resilient operations, communicate measurable need, and protect mission flexibility.

Shield AI X-BAT: What Its 2026 VTOL Flight Target Means
Shield AI is targeting first vertical-takeoff flights of its autonomous X-BAT aircraft in 2026, with mission capability planned for 2028. Here is what is confirmed and what defense-tech businesses should monitor.

Military Pension Calculation Mistakes Leave UK Veterans Facing Repayments
Military pension calculation mistakes have left about 1,000 UK veterans facing reduced payments and demands to repay overpayments, according to a July 25 report. Here is what has been confirmed and what remains unclear.

Revvity Signals for Startups: What Emerging Biotechs Need to Know
Revvity is introducing Signals for Startups, a guided, enterprise-grade informatics program for early-stage biotech companies. Here is what the July 2026 launch includes, where it may help, and what teams should evaluate before adopting it.

TELEO’s SmartFactory Rx Acquisition: Implications for Pharma Automation
TELEO Capital’s acquisition of SmartFactory Rx from Applied Materials and its rebrand as Modersys create a standalone pharmaceutical manufacturing software company. Here is what the transition means for life sciences automation buyers, operators, and

NetDocuments and Epiq Push Legal Tech Toward Agentic Workflows
The latest NetDocuments and Epiq releases show legal AI moving from isolated drafting tools toward connected workflows for trademark prosecution, plaintiff litigation and eDiscovery. Here is what the updates mean for law firms and compliance teams,,0

Sapiom Raises $35M to Give AI Agents Budgets, Rules and Buying Power
On August 5, Sapiom raised a $35 million Series A led by Dragonfly to expand infrastructure for building and operating agents that use paid services under organizational controls.

Aug. 12 skywatching: see the eclipse safely, then catch the Perseids
On Aug. 12, 2026, plan the eclipse around your exact location, use proper solar filters, then switch to an overnight Perseid session timed for local darkness.

Mobile Number Tracker Accuracy: What Really Finds a Phone
How accurate is a mobile number tracker? See what a phone number can and can't reveal, the tech behind location, and the fastest way to a precise fix.
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