Jul 26, 2026Twila Rosenbaum French robotics startup Genesis AI has released its first AI model, GENE-26.5, and a human-like robotic hand built in-house. The hand can perform complex tasks like cooking and solving puzzles. The company also developed lightweight sensor gloves for data collection, aiming to advance general-purpose robotics. With $105 million in seed funding, it plans to build a full-body robot. View more
Jul 26, 2026Twila Rosenbaum DeepSeek, the Chinese AI start-up, is in talks for its first external funding round that could value it at $45 billion. The China Integrated Circuit Industry Investment Fund (Big Fund) is leading the round, with Tencent and Alibaba also reportedly participating. The valuation has surged from an initial $10 billion target, reflecting strong investor confidence in DeepSeek's frontier model development and its role in China's AI ecosystem. The company recently optimized its V4 model for Huawei chips, boosting China's tech independence efforts. View more
Jul 26, 2026Twila Rosenbaum Chinese AI startup DeepSeek has launched its first external funding round, aiming to establish a clear valuation and retain talent through stock options. The limited round, involving less than 3% equity, targets state-backed and industrial investors. With parent High-Flyer profitable, DeepSeek's main challenge remains access to advanced chips due to US restrictions. Industry sources suggest valuations could surpass $100 billion. View more
Jul 26, 2026Twila Rosenbaum NetMedia International has released an updated Privacy & Cookie Policy to further safeguard user data. The new policy outlines stricter data processing practices, increased transparency, and reinforced user rights under GDPR. Key changes include a 10-year data retention limit, enhanced security measures, and clearer cookie usage guidelines. View more
Jul 25, 2026Twila Rosenbaum HomeKit Secure Video allows you to securely store and view footage from compatible security cameras and doorbells using iCloud. This guide covers how it works, what you need, and the top devices available as of 2026, including models from Aqara, Eve, Logitech, and Netatmo. Discover recent updates like iOS 15 package detection and iCloud+ perks. View more
Jul 25, 2026Twila Rosenbaum Sofia Coelho, the art director behind the MacBook Neo campaign's beloved mascot Lil’ Finder Guy, has shared early sketches and a physical prototype on LinkedIn. The post offers a rare glimpse into the creative process behind the character, which became a viral internet sensation. Coelho credits her team and describes the project as a dream design challenge. The behind-the-scenes materials reveal the extensive iteration and refinement that brought the tiny mascot to life. View more
Jul 25, 2026Twila Rosenbaum OpenAI is relaunching its ChatGPT Health feature, now available to all US users 18 and older on web and iOS. The updated version connects to Apple Health and medical records, offering personalized insights and comparisons. Based on earlier pilot feedback, the feature delivers more accurate and contextual health information. View more
Jul 25, 2026Twila Rosenbaum After a month using the iOS 27 beta, Siri AI proves it delivers on world knowledge, conversational UI, and consistent integration across devices. This review highlights how the average user will benefit. View more
Jul 25, 2026Twila Rosenbaum The iPhone 18 Pro is expected to launch soon, and while many iPhone 17 Pro owners may skip the upgrade, three standout features could change their minds. Improved battery life through efficiency gains and larger cells, major camera hardware upgrades including a variable aperture, and a refined design with smaller Dynamic Island and new colors make a compelling case for an early upgrade. View more
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