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Live UpdatesLenovo confirms Legion Go issues after gamers report bricked devices
Lenovo confirmed a BIOS update caused Legion Go devices to brick and will release a corrective update.
Trump targets Iran’s trade lifelines — here are the countries most exposed
Trump imposes secondary sanctions on Iran, targeting China, India, UAE, and the Strait of Hormuz to curb Iranian trade activities.
India’s Airbound bags $37M to take on trucks with rocket-like drones
Airbound raised $37M for lightweight drone delivery, backed by Greenoaks, DoorDash, and Lachy Groom.
Xpeng shares sink as weak delivery forecast overshadows $6.3 billion robot unit valuation
Xpeng shares fell after lower delivery forecast; robotics unit valued at $6.3B, matching EV segment.
Gold hits over three-month high on dollar weakness, Treasury bond buyback plans
Gold rose to a level not seen in over three months following a dollar decline and Treasury bond buyback announcement.
Oura is reportedly eyeing a September IPO that could value it at more than $16B
Oura plans a September 2026 IPO with a valuation above $16B. The offering will raise capital for product development and market expansion.
Situational Awareness, star AI hedge fund that nearly imploded, now being probed by the SEC
SEC probes Situational Awareness over operational issues and subpoenas, assessing compliance and potential impact on capital.
Trump bought SpaceX shares two weeks after blockbuster IPO
Trump bought SpaceX shares two weeks after IPO at $150, shares traded at $135 on Monday.
Nvidia says Groq racks will be online this year following $20 billion purchase
Nvidia will deploy Groq racks this year after a $20 billion acquisition, integrating low‑latency AI chips into its data‑center portfolio.
Showcase your startup at TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 and book an exhibit table while there’s still space
TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 runs Oct 13-15 in San Francisco. Startups can book exhibit tables to meet investors and showcase products.
No More Texts: Seamless Pin‑Drop Delivery for Social Commerce
Stop the back‑and‑forth. Capture exact pin drops and set delivery zones instantly—boost speed, cut errors, and keep customers happy.
Goldman Sachs partner warns of 'huge danger' in letting AI replace bankers' reasoning skills
Goldman Sachs warns AI could weaken future bankers' analytical skills.
Trump admin unveils anti-Iran global sanctions plan, signals China not exempt
Trump administration plans secondary sanctions against entities supporting Iran, including those in China, to isolate Iran's economy.
Zillow and Redfin settle FTC antitrust case over their rental listings partnership
Zillow and Redfin settled an FTC antitrust case over a 2025 partnership, with no further obligations imposed.
Robotaxis are real now — so is the pushback
Robotaxis expand while regulatory debate continues amid opposition and safety concerns.
Gap Inc. taps Walmart alum in ‘fashiontainment’ push
Gap Inc. hires former Walmart executive Justin Breton as VP of development to expand fashiontainment initiatives.
Data-Driven Dominance: Why Your Storefront Outshines TikTok
Stop chasing fleeting TikTok views—capture lasting loyalty by owning customer data and building a storefront that speaks directly to your audience.
The Witcher 4 developers target a 2028 release
CD Projekt Red targets a 2028 release for The Witcher 4, announced by CEO Michał Nowakowski during Gamescom.
Walmart communications chief to depart after 3 years
Allyson Park, communications chief at Walmart, will depart after three years.
ADM plans $100M oilseed crush expansion at 4 US plants
ADM invests $100M to expand oilseed crushing at four U.S. plants, with potential upgrades at six additional sites.
Valor, Point72 back General Intuition at $6B valuation as AI startup pushes into robotics
General Intuition seeks $6B valuation, backed by Valor, Point72, and Seven Seven Six.
ESPN streaming plans are getting more expensive
ESPN raises subscription prices on September 17, affecting Select and Unlimited plans and Disney Plus bundles.
OpenAI is building AI agents for everything. Will everyone use them?
OpenAI is developing AI agents for broad use, offering a developer kit and expecting adoption based on trust and approval.
Raspberry Pi shares its official tutorial for making a cyberdeck
Raspberry Pi released a step-by-step guide for building a cyberdeck, detailing hardware, wiring, software, and safety instructions.
Target highlights in-stock gains as turnaround plan advances
Target increases trailer capacity and prepositions inventory to improve in‑stock availability for back‑to‑school period.