Manus Parent Butterfly Effect Raises Over $500 Million After Meta Deal Collapse
Manus funding round tops $500M after Meta’s failed takeover, as Butterfly Effect ramps hiring and pushes its AI agents globally.
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Researchers Put GPT-6 Astra Behind the Wheel in a Real Toyota Corolla — and Drove It to In-N-Out
AI driving took a surprising step forward as GPT-6 Astra steered a Toyota Corolla to In-N-Out, raising hopes and safety concerns.
Microsoft’s Surface Laptop Ultra Takes Aim at the AI PC Era With $2,599 Price Tag
Microsoft unveils the Surface Laptop Ultra, a $2,599 AI PC, plus Copilot upgrades and a $5,999 developer Dev Box.
Meta’s Muse AI agent lands on the iPad as the company widens its app push
Meta’s Muse AI agent now supports the iPad, adds more app connectors, and expands its push into business and productivity workflows.
Tony Fadell says the first AI gadgets failed for one simple reason: they solved no real problem
Tony Fadell says the first AI gadgets failed because they solved no real need. He explains why trust, privacy and on-device AI will decide what comes next.
TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 unveils roundtables on AI, fundraising and physical AI
Disrupt 2026 brings AI, fundraising and physical AI roundtables to San Francisco with practical advice for founders, investors and operators.
Hark launches privacy-focused AI personal assistant built to run your computer
Hark launches an AI personal assistant with a privacy focus, promising to run your computer, complete tasks and show its work.
OpenAI’s Math Push Is Stirring Alarm Among Mathematicians Over Credit, Process and Power
OpenAI’s math push is sparking backlash as mathematicians worry about credit, verification and the future of OpenAI math disclosures.
Why Tech’s New AI Gadgets Are Redefining What Counts as Recording
Tech giants are redefining AI recording on watches, glasses and home cameras, raising new questions about privacy, consent and surveillance.
Shivon Zilis Says Her Relationship With Elon Musk Ended After a Week of Uncertainty
Shivon Zilis confirms an Elon Musk breakup on X, adding a new chapter to Musk’s public family drama and AI-linked personal life.
