Disney Sets Disney+ Release Date for Live-Action Moana
Disney+ will stream Disney’s live-action Moana starting October 21, a little over three months after its theatrical debut.
AI-Equipped Trash Trucks: Big Brother is Rolling Into Your City
Since April, AI-powered trash trucks have been patrolling the streets of Dallas, capturing images of properties that may be considered…
OpenAI unveils Astra, its robust (and debated) new model
OpenAI has launched Astra, its most powerful AI model to date. On launch day, Astra became available to participants in…
OpenAI Declares We’ve Entered the ‘AGI Era’ With GPT-6 Astra Launch
On September 3, 2026, OpenAI launched GPT-6 Astra, marking a pivotal moment in artificial intelligence that could lead us into…
New research reveals that startup ARR is more vulnerable than ever
Technology spending is projected to soar to an astounding $4.25 trillion by 2026, driven largely by advancements in artificial intelligence…
GTA 6-Themed PS5 Controller Set to Ignite Unprecedented Hype Ahead of November Launch
On November 19, Rockstar Games will launch a limited-edition PlayStation 5 controller inspired by Grand Theft Auto VI. Pre-orders for…
CDPR Pauses Development on The Witcher Remake to Prioritize The Witcher 4
CD Projekt Red has paused the remake of the original The Witcher game to focus resources on developing The Witcher…
AI voice company ElevenLabs sees valuation rise to $22 billion
ElevenLabs recently revealed that employees can cash out a portion of their vested equity at a $22 billion valuation. This figure represents a significant jump from the company’s earlier valuation of $11 billion, reached in February after raising $500 million. The impressive valuation isn’t due to new funding; rather, it comes from a $300 million […]
Reddit is shutting down RSS feeds and public API access due to AI bots
Reddit is ending support for RSS feeds, with the shutdown date set for November 13. Reddit said RSS support will cease on November 13, citing concerns that RSS has become a “common surface for large-scale scraping and automated abuse.” This move aligns with a broader strategy to restrict structured, machine access to its data. RSS, […]
Pee Drinkers Turn to AI for Reassurance of Its Miracle Healing Powers
Pee drinkers are using AI to explore the supposed healing powers of urine. For years, Facebook has hosted numerous groups dedicated to urine therapy–a pseudo-scientific practice that claims to treat everything from acne to viral infections and even terminal cancer. Within these groups, members have built a concerning community around dubious remedies and misinformation. However, […]
The harsh realities of consumer AI economics
This week saw a flurry of activity in consumer AI, notably with the rise of Meta’s personal assistant, Muse, and its delightful mascot, Jolly. OpenAI’s Dots launched yesterday, focusing on being a personal assistant. Meanwhile, the Instinct assistant has grabbed headlines with a $10 billion valuation, thanks to its knack for booking travel, making restaurant […]
WoW: Forever’s New Race Doesn’t Belong in World of Warcraft
Blizzard’s upcoming release of World of Warcraft: Forever introduces a new race, the Skyborne, sparking considerable debate among longtime players. Set to launch on Nov. 4, 2026, Set to launch on Nov. 4, 2026, the new race, the Skyborne, is stirring debate among longtime players of the classic game. However, many are questioning whether the […]
