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Android is getting its own weird dots to cure car sickness
Google introduces Motion Assist on Android 17 to reduce motion sickness by displaying motion-synced dots, similar to Apple’s Motion Cues.
Lenovo 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.