Genesis AI, a startup that raised a $105 million seed round to build foundational AI for robotics, has unveiled its first model, GENE-26.5, but also a demo showcasing a set of robotic hands performing complex tasks.
Match Group said that it's slowing its hiring plans for the rest of the year because AI tools "cost a lot of money."
Apple has agreed to pay $250 million to settle a class-action lawsuit for overpromising the arrival of Siri's AI features.
Ethos says it is onboarding 35,000 experts per week
The Hisense 55-inch Canvas Art TV is on sale at Amazon for just $647.99, a savings of 35% and its second-best price ever.
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Aurora said it plans to expand to new routes between McLane distribution centers across the U.S. Sun Belt by the end of 2026.
As of May 6, get the 55-inch Samsung M80H Mini LED TV for its lowest price yet.
As of May 6, you can get the Asus ROG Strix 32-inch 4K OLED gaming monitor for $996.25 at Amazon, down from $1,099.
Leaders from Coinbase, M13, and Mignano Law Group talk about how M&A is an early-stage strategy at TechCrunch Disrupt 2026. Register to hear this live.
Match Group released its Q1 2026 earnings report, which includes insights about how Tinder is performing.
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Samsung crossed the $1 trillion valuation mark after shares surged on AI-driven chip demand, making it only the second Asian company after TSMC to hit the milestone.
A new survey found that kids find it easy to bypass age checks, despite a rise in age verification laws around the world.
Tesla has recalled nearly 219,000 vehicles in the U.S. over delayed rearview camera image bug.
SIM swap scams let hackers steal your phone number and drain accounts in minutes. Learn how one woman was targeted and how to protect yourself.
Two movies, with one thing in common. Can you figure out the mash-up title?
One writer accidentally became a Grindr sugar baby for the day: an experience which ended in the sugar daddy requesting a refund via PayPal.
The new Paper Pure is lighter and faster than the reMarkable 2, which is going to be retired six years since its launch.
"Daily Show" host Desi Lydic has reacted to footage of Trump speaking to children about nuclear war in the Oval office.
"Ted Lasso" star and West End icon Hannah Waddingham is hosting "SNL UK" on May 9 and the teaser promises perfection.
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Stephen Colbert and Barack Obama have taken part in a "wastepaper basketball" rematch.
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Amazon shopers can now preorder the 36-pack Pokémon TCG Chaos Rising Booster Box at Amazon for $278.95, down from $344.94.
A Bristol Myers Squibb plant that makes cancer drugs was the only manufacturer in the U.S. recognized for innovation by the World Economic Forum this year.
Scientists have discovered a thin, possibly temporary, atmosphere around a small Trans-Neptunian Object, known as 2002 XV93.
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Connections is a New York Times word game that's all about finding the "common threads between words." How to solve the puzzle.
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Here's the answer for "Wordle" #1782 on May 6 as well as a few hints, tips, and clues to help you solve it yourself.
Stephen Colbert's address to America from the replica oval office at the Obama Presidential Center in Chicago was interrupted by Obama himself during "The Late Show".
QyTw0, the Finnish AI lab founded by former AMD Silo AI CEO Peter Sarlin, is now valued at €325 million (approximately $380 million) after raising a €25 million angel round ($29 million). It's a sign of enduring tailwinds for AI, quantum computing, and sovereign tech, especially for Europe-made companies.
Here is the full list of nominees for the 2026 Tony Awards, including 'Schmigadoon!', 'The Lost Boys', and 'Ragtime.'
Wonder wants to turn its robotic kitchens into AI-powered “restaurant factories,” letting anyone spin up a virtual food brand with a prompt.
The New York Times' latest game, Pips, brings domino fun to your desktop. How to play Pips as well as hints in case you get stuck.
Connections: Sports Edition is a New York Times word game about finding common sports threads between words. How to solve the day's puzzle.
The Silicon Valley AV startup has not started driverless testing yet.
SAP plans to buy German AI startup Prior Labs and invest heavily in it. It is also prohibiting customers' agents use to a select few like Nvidia's NemoClaw.
Paid users fell 21% compared to the same quarter last year. CEO Whitney Wolfe Herd described this as a 'deliberate' shift.
Altara’s AI aims to diagnose failures and help speed up R&D by unifying data siloed across spreadsheets and legacy systems.
Lucid Motors pulled its guidance for the year, as it navigates swelling inventory and a company-wide cost-cutting measure.
'The Bear's "Gary" episode introduces yet another underwritten female love interest in Marin Ireland's Sherri.
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Greg Brockman, OpenAI’s president, testified in a trial pitting Mr. Musk against his company that the world’s richest man was eager to change how it operated as a nonprofit.
As some of the biggest VCs in crypto start to consider funding AI startups, a16zcrypto's new fund will stay the course.
Some iPhone owners will be eligible to receive $25 to $95 over claims that the tech giant oversold its artificial intelligence system, Apple Intelligence.
With Apple's latest operating system updates, users will reportedly have their pick of which third-party AI models they want to use for a host of tasks.
Christophe Fouquet, who became ASML's CEO in 2024 after more than a decade at the company, sat down with this editor on the rooftop deck of his Beverly Hills hotel Tuesday morning ahead of his appearance at the Milken Institute Global Conference. Dressed in a blue suit and white shirt, he was relaxed — even when the conversation turned to the rivals.
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VW Group's stake will continue to grow under the $5.8 billion joint venture with Rivian.
Pennsylvania is suing Character AI for one of its chatbots allegedly claiming to be a licensed psychiatrist in the state.
"The Bear"s "Gary" sets up Season 5 with a shocking ending for Richie (Ebon Moss-Bachrach).
ChatGPT 5.5 Instant is the new default model for users as of May 5.
iOS 26.5 will bring new features to Apple Maps, iPhone and Android messaging, and more!
By bringing messaging to the web, Threads is aligning its desktop experience more closely with competitors like X and Bluesky.
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Arnell joins Gebbia’s National Design Studio under Trump to unify UX across 27,000 federal sites and streamline how Americans use government services.
According to Pennsylvania's filing, a Character AI chatbot presented itself as a licensed psychiatrist during a state investigation, and also fabricated a serial number for its state medical license.
Vine reboot, divine, has officially launched as a new app and Vine archive.
The new GPT-5.5 Instant model will replace GPT-3.5 Instant as the default model for ChatGPT
Google is going to show off what's coming for Android users in 2026 in a stream a week before Google I/O 2026.
As of May 5, get the Shark Robot Vacuum and Mop for its lowest price yet.
A surprise episode of "The Bear" follows Richie (Ebon Moss-Bachrach) and Mikey (Jon Bernthal) on a work trip to Indiana.
The Met Gala 2026 embraced the "Fashion Is Art" dress code, and these standout celebrity looks sparked the biggest reactions online.
The Eufy E25 robot vacuum and mop is on sale at Amazon for $599.98, down from the list price of $1,299.99. That's a 54% discount.
Bot Auto claims its truck made the first fully humanless commercial delivery in the U.S., traveling 230 miles from Houston to Dallas with no driver.
You can see Sony's swanky new over-ear headphones in some new leaked photos, and then recoil at the rumored price tag.
PayPal is pitching an AI-led turnaround, tying automation and restructuring to $1.5B in savings as it cuts jobs and works to modernize its tech stack.
This marks the first time the Smart Play Millenium Falcon Lego has gone on sale. Find the deal in the Best Buy app on May 5 only.
Threads, the Meta social media app, appeared to experience some problems on the morning of Tuesday, May 5.
The 55-inch Samsung Neo QLED 4K TV is on sale at Amazon for $785.99, down from the list price of $1,299.99. That's a 40% discount.
A year of AMC+ is only $29.99 through May 25. Save over 70% and watch AMC originals like 'The Vampire Lestat' and 'The Audacity.'
As of May 5, get the Dreame X60 Max Ultra Complete robot vacuum for its lowest price ever.
The Hisense 100-inch U8 Mini LED ULED 4K TV is on sale at Amazon for its best price ever. Save 30% and grab it for $2,797.96.
A cybersecurity researcher claims that Microsoft Edge's password manager is storing users' login credentials in plain text.
Celebrate Cinco de Mayo with the best free food deals from a number of popular restaurants, including 7-Eleven, Chipotle, Taco Bell, and more.
The Anker Solix F2000 portable power station is on sale at Amazon for $849.99, down from the list price of $1,999. That's a 57% discount.
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"The Odyssey," directed by Christopher Nolan and starring Matt Damon, hits theaters July 17, 2026.