OpenAI disrupted a Cambodia-based scam operation using ChatGPT to support investment, romance, gambling, and impersonation schemes.
Why it matters: Disrupting a Criminal Scam Operation highlights the rapid pace of AI adoption.
FRIDAY MIDDAY UPDATE: Sony/Marvel Studios’ Spider-Man: Brand New Day is heading for an all-time record opening day (including previews) between $167M-$173M which will easily kick the first day/preview opening record of Avengers: Endgame ($157.4M) to the side, not to mention th...
Bottom line from Deadline: this may set a new benchmark for the genre.
UEFA and Concacaf's rejection of FIFA's plan to sell a 20% stake in the World Cup's commercial operations highlights uneasiness with private equity in sports.
Why it matters: FIFA tests the limits of private equity in... signals changing business strategies.
Amazon, Alphabet and Tesla all reported negative cash flow in the latest quarter, while Meta's cash generation plummeted by 91%.
CNBC reports: Dwindling cash and soaring memory costs: Tech's AI... — this signals changing business strategies.
No official announcements have been made yet, but we could be seeing Screamer on Nintendo Switch 2. Screamer was previously made by Milestone, the studio which is coming out with Hot Wheels: Infinite Rush in September. The anime-esque arcade racing game previously debuted earl...
The big picture: Anime-inspired arcade racing game Screamer could be bound... — reflects the evolution of interactive entertainment.
The genre-spanning annual music event kicked off July 30 with sets from Lorde, 5 Seconds of Summer, sombr and more.
Why it matters: Lollapalooza 2026: Best Photos From the Festival taps into a cultural moment.
A federal plan would impose drastic water cuts on Arizona, California and Nevada in dry years over the next decade. A legal battle could follow.
Bottom line from NY Times Science: this could lead to real-world breakthroughs.
A tool that allowed anyone to generate fake AI-generated imagery and superimpose it over real Google Earth maps quickly spurred backlash.
Bottom line from TechCrunch: this may redefine how we interact with devices.
Jason Sudeikis’ beloved coach is back on the sidelines Aug. 5, this time leading a women’s soccer team.
Billboard reports: ‘Ted Lasso’ Returns for Season 4: How to... — this taps into a cultural moment.
I'm sure this is fine.
The big picture: Anthropic sees OpenAI cybersecurity disaster and says 'hold... — signals what players want next.
Truck-kun is Supporting Me From Another World?! papers over a tired storytelling trope with a hilarious driving game
The big picture: A Comedic Driving Game That Encourages Vehicular Manslaughter... — reflects the evolution of interactive entertainment.
Two organisms inhabiting a common environment can sometimes mutually influence each other, either benefiting or, in some cases, damaging one another. This mutually beneficial or ambivalent biological relationship is known as symbiosis.
Why it matters: Lichen-like life 600 million years ago may push... advances our understanding of the world.
AFPA has echoed serious concerns raised by Forestry Australia over the federal government's controversial new carbon credit method, warning it undermines the integrity and credibility of Australia's carbon market.
The big picture: Technical flaws may inflate Australia's forest carbon credits — advances our understanding of the world.
The new funding brings Index's total available investing capital to $3.5 billion.
Why it matters: Fresh off its Wiz payout, Index Ventures raises... could change how developers build software.
Since launch, Sleep Sensing on the 2nd-gen Nest Hub has only worked with Google Fit. With that app going away, Nest Hub sleep tracking will join Google Health.
Why it matters: Nest Hub Soli sleep tracking will migrate from... may redefine how we interact with devices.
Despite pushback, Sony isn't changing its mind about dropping physical discs in 2028.
Why it matters: Sony exec says killing discs won't make the... is generating hype in the community.
The four-day broadcast will feature Charli xcx, Tate McRae, Lorde, The xx, Olivia Dean, The Smashing Pumpkins, and loads more. Lollapalooza 2026 Livestream Lineup for Hulu and Disney+ Revealed Alex Krinsky
The big picture: Lollapalooza 2026 Livestream Lineup for Hulu and Disney+... — taps into a cultural moment.
We spotted a great deal on Tile trackers earlier this week that’s still live, but if you’re an iPhone owner, we ultimately recommend Apple’s latest AirTag. Right now, you can pick up a four-pack for $89 ($10 off) at Amazon and Target, matching the bundle’s all-time low price. ...
Why it matters: Apple’s new AirTags are back down to their... signals a shift in how we use technology.
Les Savy Fav guitarist Seth Jabour will take his place The post Modest Mouse guitarist Simon O’Connor will not join upcoming tour following inappropriate messages allegations appeared first on NME.
NME reports: Modest Mouse guitarist Simon O’Connor will not join... — this reflects the changing sound of the industry.
Welcome to Pixelated episode 110. This week, Damien, Abner, and Will lean into a news lull ahead of the Pixel 11’s launch to zoom out to take a look at the state of Android. They tackle what Google and others are doing right, what there’s room to improve on, and and what we ca...
The big picture: Pixelated 110: Android’s past, present, and future — signals a shift in how we use technology.
Which new Latin music release is your favorite? Vote below!
Billboard reports: Erick Brian, Dale Pututi & Nesty’s ‘Efímero’ &... — this taps into a cultural moment.
The pop superstar leans into the synth and the introspection on her new 12-track album.
Bottom line from Hollywood Reporter: this could reshape the box office conversation.
Hamas says it will only disarm after Israel meets previous ceasefire commitments, despite President Trump's announcement of a breakthrough U.S.-brokered agreement.
CNBC reports: Hamas says Trump's Gaza 'disarmament' claim depends on... — this may shift market dynamics.
Google Earth’s AI image generator let me put my dream home in Central Park, but other potential uses aren’t so innocent.
Why it matters: Google Quickly Rolls Back a Feature That Could... may redefine how we interact with devices.
Researchers at the University of Tartu have discovered a mechanism in bacteria that helps them adapt to fluoride, which is toxic to most organisms above relatively low threshold concentrations. Their discovery may represent a significant milestone in bioindustry, as it could h...
Phys.org reports: A backup fluoride defense in soil bacteria could... — this challenges existing scientific assumptions.
New wildfires fed by strong winds broke out in Greece on Friday, giving firefighters little respite and forcing Civil Protection officials to order the partial evacuation of part of a suburb west of Athens.
Phys.org reports: New blazes in Greece as strong winds hamper... — this challenges existing scientific assumptions.
Zach Lipovsky and Adam B. Stein are in talks to helm the adaptation of the 1996 novel for Searchlight — in the first teaming of horror maestros King and Raimi.
Hollywood Reporter reports: Stephen King Movie ‘Desperation’ in the Works From... — this signals where Hollywood is headed.
The culmination of Ninajirachi being influenced by Robinson — and Robinson feeling inspired and understood by Ninajirachi's work — "WannaCry" is out now.
Billboard reports: Porter Robinson & Ninajirachi on Their Debut Collab:... — this reflects the changing sound of the industry.
The case, one of many over Drake's partnership with the Stake platform, has been sent to private arbitration.
Bottom line from Billboard: this reflects the changing sound of the industry.
The superstar adds her ninth leader, the fifth-most since the chart began.
Billboard reports: Madonna Earns Second Dance Airplay No. 1 From... — this could define this era of music.
Kalshi, which is headquartered in New York, has already been sued by multiple states.
The big picture: New York alleges Kalshi is running an 'illegal... — could change how developers build software.
Google has shut down Google Earth feature it launched Thursday that allowed users to edit satellite images with text prompts using AI. The tool essentially let users create AI deepfakes of the real world using text prompts; Digital Digging's Henk van Ess, for example, intentio...
Bottom line from The Verge: this signals a shift in how we use technology.
Sony and Marvel's "Spider-Man: Brave New Day" is expected to haul in around $270 million domestically over its debut weekend.
CNBC reports: ‘Spider-Man: Brand New Day’ sets domestic box office... — this reflects a broader economic trend.
People had less than a day to make misleading Google Earth images with AI before Google pulled the feature.
Bottom line from Engadget: this may redefine how we interact with devices.
Leopold Aschenbrenner, a former OpenAI researcher-turned-hedge fund manager, saw a dramatic decline this week in his AI-focused fund, Situational Awareness.
Why it matters: How Leopold Aschenbrenner built a $45 billion AI... reflects a broader economic trend.
Stellar Blade: Blood Rain is being promoted with an AI-slop music video created by developer Shift Up, and it's all about as soulless as you might expect. The video, which looks to be completely AI generated, features protagonist Evie singing an "original" song titled "Wann...
Why it matters: If You Were Excited About Stellar Blade: Blood... reflects the evolution of interactive entertainment.
Each mystery pack features one of six plush bag charms and keychain variants with commemorative 2026 NBA champions graphics
Why it matters: Knicks Hop on Blind Box Bandwagon With Official... is making waves across platforms.
The Big Oil giants are taking home near-record profits from high oil and fuel prices worldwide.
Why it matters: Chevron posts largest quarterly profit ever and Exxon... could affect investors and consumers alike.
Much like caviar, shark fins are a luxury product and delicacy in parts of the world. And like wild caviar, demand for shark fins has posed an incredible threat to species that can't reproduce quickly enough to keep up.
Phys.org reports: Shark finning regulations have not significantly changed global... — this challenges existing scientific assumptions.
Seven years after the reboot was announced, actor reveals he will no longer star in the long-delayed project
Bottom line from Rolling Stone: this shows where the music business is headed.
The high frequency of RNA virus mutations and outbreaks of emerging RNA viral infections are challenging public health issues. Developing a drug that can overcome viral mutations with broad-spectrum antiviral activity is an unmet need.
Phys.org reports: A single RNA-based therapeutics approach against multiple types... — this advances our understanding of the world.
EXCLUSIVE: Comedian Chris Fleming (HBO’s Live at the Palace) and Irina Shayk (Hercules) have inked deals to join The Catch, Universal Pictures’ new baseball-themed romantic comedy starring Emma Stone and Chris Pine. Character and plot details for The Catch remain under wraps. ...
The big picture: Chris Fleming & Irina Shayk Join Universal Rom-Com... — could reshape the box office conversation.
New research from the U.K.’s Imperial College and France’s Emlyon Business School mapped out how Silicon Valley founders commit fraud — and the role investors play.
The big picture: VC-backed startups commit more fraud, and researchers think... — is one to watch for the industry.
The Iran war is spreading across the Middle East and hitting energy infrastructure on multiple fronts.
CNBC reports: Oil prices rise after Iran says it attacked... — this could affect investors and consumers alike.
TikTok clips pair Benito's “La Mudanza” and the rapper's “Hoe Phase” with footage of ICE arrests.
The big picture: White House Uses Bad Bunny & Drake Songs... — reflects the changing sound of the industry.
“Big Brother 28″ contestant Jason De Puy, also known as Salina EsTitties from two seasons of “RuPaul’s Drag Race,” knew the writing was on the wall when he lost the blockbuster challenge during Thursday night’s live eviction episode. “I was this close, a second away, from tyin...
The big picture: ‘Big Brother 28’ Contestant Jason Breaks Down That... — could reshape the box office conversation.
Hearts2Hearts' "Lemon Tang" rollout culminated in a delightfully over-the-top comeback campaign that launched a lemon into near space.
The big picture: A K-pop group launched a lemon 30 kilometers... — signals a shift in how we use technology.
“Music at the funeral will be provided by Glen’s friends and family,” family says of August 4th memorial
Rolling Stone reports: Glen Hansard: Family Announces Memorial Arrangements, Public Funeral — this is making waves across platforms.
OpenAI says it has reduced the price of two GPT-5.6 models, cutting Luna's API price by 80% and Terra's by 20% as it works to make its models more efficient. [...]
BleepingComputer reports: OpenAI says its new GPT 5.6 models are... — this exposes vulnerabilities that affect millions.
President Donald Trump said the U.S. hasn't agreed to grant Ukraine licenses to produce Patriot missile systems.
The big picture: Trump says U.S. has 'not agreed to' grant... — reflects a broader economic trend.
A Chinese-speaking threat actor is suspected to be behind a fresh wave of cyber attacks targeting government organizations mainly located in Central Asia, including Afghanistan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Uzbekistan, Kazakhstan, and the Syrian Arab Republic, since January 2025. ...
The big picture: Suspected Chinese-Speaking Hackers Target Central Asian Governments With... — exposes vulnerabilities that affect millions.
Spotlight, which is meant to surface original and trending video content, will still allow for creators to use AI to edit or enhance their videos.
Why it matters: Snapchat Banning Entirely AI-Generated Videos From Its Spotlight... could reshape the box office conversation.
Dermot Mulroney is leaving “Chicago Fire” in Season 15, Variety has confirmed. The actor, who joined the NBC drama in Season 13 as Chief Dom Pascal, will wrap up his storyline early in the show’s upcoming season, which premieres on Oct. 7 at 9 p.m. ET. Mulroney took a short hi...
Bottom line from Variety: this may set a new benchmark for the genre.
David Jenkins says his plans for the show have been scrapped and echoed a viral comment from Mahershala Ali.
Hollywood Reporter reports: David Jenkins’s ‘Booster Gold’ DC Series Not Moving... — this signals where Hollywood is headed.
Bond market investors may want to focus on the front of the yield curve, according to Allspring Global Investments’ Noah Wise.
Bottom line from CNBC: this signals changing business strategies.
DC Studios and HBO’s “Booster Gold” TV series “won’t be moving forward,” writer David Jenkins said on Friday.c “My ‘Booster Gold’ won’t be moving forward,” Jenkins wrote on Threads. “Can’t improve on Mahershala’s lovely statement so I’ll just apply it here as well.” He reposte...
Bottom line from Variety: this signals where Hollywood is headed.
The group's decision isn't a snub; it's recognition of a pattern the group has been navigating for years.
Why it matters: BTS’ Grammy Decision: Was the Band Getting Ahead... is making waves across platforms.
Paramount Primal has preemptively acquired the high-concept thriller spec Sweet Spot from Nic Curcio & Kirby Gladstein, the writing duo behind the upcoming indie horror film Play House, Deadline can confirm. Plot details are under wraps, and there are no other attachments to t...
Bottom line from Deadline: this reflects evolving audience tastes.
Scientists have discovered a remarkably well-preserved 100-million-year-old beetle fossil that provides a rare glimpse into the evolution of the intricate sensory and communication systems used by fireflies and their relatives today. Fireflies belong to the order Coleoptera, w...
Why it matters: Cretaceous beetle fossil reveals early evolution of firefly... adds a piece to a much larger puzzle.
A study by researchers in the UAB Department of Mathematics and the Center for Mathematical Research (CRM) presents a model describing the behavior of encapsulated bacteriophages within the gastrointestinal tract. Its objective is to better understand the advantages and limita...
The big picture: Mathematical model devised to protect bacteriophages without hindering... — opens new research frontiers.
It's the latest move from Paramount's new low-budget genre label, which has tapped Nic Curcio and Kirby Gladstein to pen the script.
Why it matters: Paramount Primal Picks Up Erotic Thriller ‘Sweet Spot,’... may set a new benchmark for the genre.
Onion Game has announced a special physical release for Stray Children. This new “Treasure Box” release will be available on December 10, 2026 in Japan. Alongside with a standard physical copy of Stray Children for Nintendo Switch, the new edition is to include an art book, a ...
Why it matters: Stray Children to receive Nintendo Switch Treasure Box... may set a new standard for the genre.
The Motion Picture Editors Guild is urging California lawmakers to expand the state’s tax incentive offerings for film and television productions. On Friday, the IATSE local threw its support behind assembly bill 2319, which proposes a standalone post-production tax incentive ...
Why it matters: Editors Guild Urges “Critical” Need For CA Post-Production... signals where Hollywood is headed.
When in doubt, do your own DPS and round up.
The big picture: Former WoW designer says Blizzard had no way... — may set a new standard for the genre.
Every weekday, the Investing Club releases the Homestretch; an actionable afternoon update just in time for the last hour of trading.
CNBC reports: Andy Jassy soothed concerns over Amazon's massive AI... — this could affect investors and consumers alike.
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) is probing nearly 1.2 million Tesla vehicles after receiving complaints about a suspension failure that could cause "a loss of vehicle directional control," as reported earlier by Reuters. The preliminary investigation...
Why it matters: The NHTSA is investigating 1.2 million Tesla vehicles... signals a shift in how we use technology.
Inside this week's biggest Hollywood premieres, parties and openings.
Why it matters: ‘Ted Lasso’ Returns, ‘Spider-Man: Brand New Day’ Swings... is generating industry buzz.
"The suggestion that I feel no compassion for Palestinians is both untrue and absurd" The post Boy George responds to “genocide denier” criticism after pro-Israel song ‘We Will Dance Again’: “I come from a place of peace” appeared first on NME.
Why it matters: Boy George responds to “genocide denier” criticism after... shows where the music business is headed.
The Pandora experience is different from the Spotify one most of us are used to. Pandora Premium is worth it for some.
Why it matters: Pandora's ad-free subscription is less than $10 a... signals a shift in how we use technology.
An estimated 60,000 migrants from Morocco have crossed into Ceuta, with dozens dying during the journey.
BBC World reports: What triggered the mass migrant crossings into Ceuta? — this reflects broader geopolitical shifts.
Google is seemingly working on an item tracker that might compete with Apple's AirTag. 9to5Google obtained an image of something called a "Google Pixel Tag" that has a small oval shape. The publication also linked to a Slovenian store listing about the Pixel Tag that describes...
The big picture: Google might launch a ‘Pixel Tag’ — could change how developers build software.
Google Deepmind's Gemini Robotics 2 is its most advanced vision-language-action model yet, built to control everything from tabletop robots to full-body humanoids. Gemini Robotics ER 2 adds a higher-level reasoning layer for robotics tasks. The article Google Deepmind unveils ...
Why it matters: Google Deepmind unveils Gemini Robotics 2 to power... highlights the rapid pace of AI adoption.
A study led by Marc Guinjoan, a lecturer in the Department of Political Science and Public Administration at the UAB, with researchers Toni Rodon of the UPF and Joel Ardiaca of the UB, reveals that citizen support for climate policies depends largely on how the costs, benefits...
Bottom line from Phys.org: this opens new research frontiers.
Facing wind and cold, with only half as much oxygen to breathe as in the valley, a German-Turkish research team surveyed the glacier on Mount Ararat in eastern Turkey for the first time in July, at more than 5,000 meters (16,400 feet) above sea level. For two weeks, the team e...
Why it matters: Experts survey the glacier ice on Mount Ararat... opens new research frontiers.
Fintech brokerage Clear Street is launching a private markets platform, beginning with Databricks stakes, to give investors more access to late-stage startups.
The big picture: Fintech broker Clear Street offers investors pre-IPO access... — may shift market dynamics.
According to Counterpoint Research, Apple captured nearly half of global smartphone revenue during the second quarter, despite a market-wide decline in shipments. Here are the details.
9to5Mac reports: Apple hit a record 49% share of global... — this signals a shift in how we use technology.
Investors saw Warsh’s press conference as dovish, but a closer reading of the Fed chair's prepared remarks suggests he may be close to raising interest rates.
Bottom line from CNBC: this reflects a broader economic trend.
Les Savy Fav member Seth Jabour will replace the guitarist for the remainder of Modest Mouse's scheduled dates. Modest Mouse Drop Guitarist Simon O’Connor from Tour Over Allegedly Sending Inappropriate Messages to Minor Jonah Krueger
Why it matters: Modest Mouse Drop Guitarist Simon O’Connor from Tour... is making waves across platforms.
Sid Meier’s four-year-old grandson has a new favorite song and it’s one that is near and dear to fans of the legendary video game developer’s “Civilization” franchise. “He is singing ‘Baba Yetu’ day and night. It’s like insane,” Meier tells Variety, noting the preschooler hasn...
Variety reports: As ‘Civilization’ Turns 35, Creator Sid Meier and... — this is generating industry buzz.
As OpenAI and Anthropic employees grow quieter online, researchers at Chinese AI labs are flocking to X to explain their work, recruit talent, and shape the global conversation on AI.
Wired reports: Chinese AI Researchers Are Finding Their Voice on... — this signals a shift in how we use technology.
The actor who met his demise in the penultimate episode of season seven talks to The Hollywood Reporter about his character's shocking ending and pivotal final season turn.
Bottom line from Hollywood Reporter: this is generating industry buzz.
General Motors plans to launch a proprietary in-vehicle artificial intelligence system that's better tailored for its customers later this year.
The big picture: GM to launch proprietary in-vehicle AI system later... — could affect investors and consumers alike.
A couple-dozen changes to SBOM fields will make them more comprehensive, but some argue that the framework lacks real risk-management improvements.
Dark Reading reports: CISA Issues Fresh SBOM Guidance. Did They Get... — this underscores the cost of weak defenses.
"Rein Me In” by Sam Fender and Olivia Dean is the first single to log 19 weeks at No. 1 in the U.K. It hasn't even made the top 40 on the Hot 100.
Why it matters: Every Song That Topped the U.K. Chart for... shows where the music business is headed.
World of Warcraft is getting the Dungeons & Dragons treatment, with the iconic tabletop roleplaying game set to translate developer Blizzard's popular MMORPG into a proper pencil-and paper-experience this November. D&D: World of Warcraft is bringing a lot to the table, wit...
GameSpot reports: World Of Warcraft Is Coming To D&D, And... — this is generating hype in the community.
Options traders and market makers in Chicago were quick to buy dips below 7,500 in the benchmark index Friday, but almost as quick to sell rallies above that level.
Bottom line from CNBC: this reflects a broader economic trend.
On her eighth studio album, Grande reaches for darker, more experimental territory, but uneven writing and restrained vocals prevent it from fulfilling its promise. Ariana Grande’s petal Never Fully Blooms: Review Kofi Mframa
Consequence of Sound reports: Ariana Grande’s petal Never Fully Blooms: Review — this taps into a cultural moment.
Bow down, peasants. The White Queen has arrived. While Spider-Man: Brand New Day had to swing into theaters through a cloud of rumors about Sadie Sink playing Jean Grey, Marvel has no intention of playing such games for another lady love in the life of Scott Summers. Deadline ...
Bottom line from Den of Geek: this taps into what audiences want right now.
Microsoft has quietly pushed out a new OneDrive Photos app to Windows 11 users. What's it all about?
The big picture: Did a OneDrive Photos app just appear on... — reshapes the tech landscape.
When iPhone 17 Pro launched, Apple touted the device’s improved durability. One user just put that claim to the test—unintentionally—and came away shocked after her iPhone 17 Pro survived an airplane fall unscathed.
Why it matters: iPhone 17 Pro found ‘pristine’ after surviving fall... is one to watch for the industry.
Your afternoon lineup of the best Android game and app deals is here, including titles like Little Nightmares, Bounty Of One: Premium, Red Ronin, Undergrave -Tactical Roguelike, [Premium] RPG Sword of Elpisia, Mythic Trials 2, Live or Die 1: Survival Pro, and more. Joining the...
9to5Google reports: Friday’s best Android app deals and freebies: Little... — this may redefine how we interact with devices.
Lightspeed LA layoffs were a result of Tencent abandoning the project
Kotaku reports: Tencent Reportedly Spent Six Years And Hundreds Of... — this may set a new standard for the genre.
The performance of many next-generation devices depends on controlling how energy flows at extremely small scales. In the field of microelectronics—where devices continue to shrink and new materials are introduced—small imperfections in solids can strongly influence how a mate...
Phys.org reports: New open-source software predicts energy transfer between tiny... — this opens new research frontiers.
The COVID-19 pandemic highlighted severe consequences of unchecked respiratory disease, including cytokine storms. This phenomenon affected many COVID-19 patients and is a potential side effect of many other diseases involving significant inflammation, but approaches to treati...
Bottom line from Phys.org: this opens new research frontiers.
Jon Bernthal and Tom Holland’s superhero trajectory is so intertwined, it could make its own comic book storyline. In 2015, on the set of the period drama “Pilgrimage,” Bernthal and Holland filmed each other’s audition tapes for their Marvel roles as the Punisher and Spider-Ma...
Bottom line from Variety: this signals where Hollywood is headed.
Variety has named award-winning investigative journalist Matt Donnelly as Executive Editor of Film. In his new role, Donnelly will oversee all of Variety’s film coverage in the esteemed print weekly magazine and online website. He will drive breaking news coverage, analysis, i...
The big picture: Variety Promotes Matt Donnelly to Executive Editor of... — may set a new benchmark for the genre.
The actress reflects on the element of ‘The Handmaid's Tale’ follow-up series that hit her hardest while bringing Agnes to life and what she’s looking forward to on the Emmy campaign trail.
Why it matters: Chase Infiniti on What Terrifies Her Most About... may set a new benchmark for the genre.
The script is flipped in Prime Video's upcoming "Blade Runner 2099" series where replicants have rebelled and seized power from human beings in a massive uprising.
The big picture: Our 1st look at 'Blade Runner 2099' shows... — could lead to real-world breakthroughs.
The 13-year-old artist, who released her debut EP earlier this year, had 14 tour dates planned with rapper Molly Santana
The big picture: North West Scraps Tour Plans: ‘It Isn’t Happening... — could define this era of music.
US tariffs may have forced Sony to increase the prices of its PlayStation hardware, but the company is now benefiting from those tariffs being refunded. As part of the company's latest earnings report, it noted an increase in operating income can be attributed in part to tarif...
Why it matters: Unsurprisingly, It’s PlayStation, Not You, Benefiting From Tariff... could shake up the gaming landscape.
Looking for the week’s best new music? Check out our Songs You Need to Know playlist
Rolling Stone reports: Ariana Grande, Shaboozey, Rachel Chinouriri, and All the... — this could define this era of music.
Vatican official Antonio Spadaro described the moment as "a conversation between two people discovering they were old friends." Patti Smith Left Speechless Meeting Pope Leo Before “Spark Was Lit” Eddie Fu
Bottom line from Consequence of Sound: this shows where the music business is headed.
Andy Jassy conceded in January tariffs were hitting prices, months before Amazon's $600 million refund came to light.
Why it matters: Amazon may owe you money: It just got... could affect investors and consumers alike.
The Chilean-American singer-songwriter goes deep and finds healing on her new album
The big picture: Francisca Valenzuela’s ‘Maldita’ Is an Unflinching — and... — is making waves across platforms.
Apple TV has acquired the rights to Colson Whitehead’s “Harlem” trilogy, Variety has learned. The studio is in early development on an ongoing series based on the bestselling crime novels. The material includes 2021’s “Harlem Shuffle,” 2023’s “Crook Manifesto” and the recently...
Why it matters: Colson Whitehead’s ‘Harlem’ Trilogy TV Show in Development... signals where Hollywood is headed.
Thinking Machines, the AI lab from former OpenAI CTO Mira Murati, has released Inkling Small. The open-weights reasoning model is less than a third the size of Inkling but beats it on several coding and reasoning benchmarks. The article Thinking Machines bets on efficiency ove...
The Decoder reports: Thinking Machines bets on efficiency over size with... — this highlights the rapid pace of AI adoption.
The state claims Kalshi is an unlicensed sportsbook, while the prediction market says New York has no authority since it is regulated by a federal agency.
The big picture: New York sues to shut down Kalshi, seeks... — signals changing business strategies.
Adorning the walls of San Ildefonso College in Mexico City is artist Diego Rivera's masterpiece, rendered in fresco and gold leaf, The Creation, or La Creacioń. It depicts a man standing with his arms outstretched beneath a deep blue celestial disk studded with stars and const...
Why it matters: Diego Rivera claimed his mural Creation was half... opens new research frontiers.
A new Concordia study has demonstrated a greener way to produce an important class of catalytic materials with promising potential for cleaner energy technologies that rely more on acoustic energy than water and chemicals. The work is published in the journal Advanced Synthesi...
The big picture: New low-water method could make production of clean-energy... — challenges existing scientific assumptions.
A public wake will be held in Dublin on August 3rd, with a funeral service at St. Patrick's Cathedral taking place on August 4th. Glen Hansard’s Public Wake and Funeral Details Announced Alex Young
Why it matters: Glen Hansard’s Public Wake and Funeral Details Announced shows where the music business is headed.
French President Emmanuel Macron will bring together some of the world’s most powerful entertainment executives in the medieval hilltop village of Saint-Paul-de-Vence on Sept. 7 for the Lumière Summit, a landmark international event where AI, theatrical exhibition, film financ...
Why it matters: Emmanuel Macron to Host Ted Sarandos, Donna Langley,... signals where Hollywood is headed.
A Chinese-speaking threat actor is using the DeepSeek AI model and the open-source Hermes Agent to conduct autonomous cyberattacks on exposed servers with limited human involvement. [...]
The big picture: Hacker uses DeepSeek AI to autonomously attack vulnerable... — exposes vulnerabilities that affect millions.
As previously explainderised, not only do we want to do a better job of rewarding RPS Supporters with exclusive articles and other fineries, we want to a better job of highlighting what your patronage gets you, including the chance to catch up on exclusives you may have missed...
Rock Paper Shotgun reports: All the RPS Supporter rewards for July 2026:... — this may set a new standard for the genre.
The racist conspiracy has been popularized by figures including Joe Rogan and Benny Johnson. It’s total nonsense
Bottom line from Rolling Stone: this shows where the music business is headed.
No other gadget knows as much about your home as a robot vacuum. They map your space, learn your routines, and many now carry a camera and microphone into every room in your house. As AI gives them a better understanding of what they see, the privacy and security risks these a...
The big picture: The ban on robot vacuums won’t make them... — may redefine how we interact with devices.
A few weeks ago, JP Morgan set a $345 price target for Apple’s stock through December 2027. Following yesterday’s quarterly results, the investment bank has slightly lowered its outlook. Here are the details.
The big picture: Following Apple’s Q4 2026 guidance, JP Morgan cuts... — could change how developers build software.
Champions Tactics: Grimoria Chronicles is going the way of the Bored Ape.
Engadget reports: Ubisoft is shutting down its weird NFT game... — this signals a shift in how we use technology.
SPOILER ALERT: This post heavily spoils Sadie Sink’s role in Spider-Man: Brand New Day. The cat, or should we say mutant, is officially out of the bag. Stranger Things actress Sadie Sink has taken on the role of Jean Grey in the fourth solo Spider-Man installment film, providi...
The big picture: Sadie Sink’s Role In ‘Spider-Man: Brand New Day’... — signals where Hollywood is headed.
The scene from episode one also foreshadows the horrors coming to a small New England town stuck in its ways.
Why it matters: ‘Widow’s Bay’ Creator Katie Dippold Breaks Down Loftis’... is generating industry buzz.
Look at chemistry of batteries and motors shows big opportunity for recycling.
Why it matters: China could supply EV manufacturing boom with recycled... may redefine how we interact with devices.
Sigh transform once more, this time into a melodic folk metal band and even bringing along Opeth's Mikael Akerfeldt for a soaring guitar solo on "Unputenpu." Heavy Song of the Week: Sigh Transform into Melodic Folk Metal Magicians on “Unputenpu” Langdon Hickman
The big picture: Heavy Song of the Week: Sigh Transform into... — is making waves across platforms.
After years of pushing full speed ahead on AI, OpenAI CEO Sam Altman says maybe it’s time for the AI industry to “pace” itself. The comments came just days after one of OpenAI’s own models broke out of its test environment and got tangled up in a breach at Hugging Face — thoug...
Why it matters: Sam Altman isn’t the only one who wants... signals a shift in how we use technology.
Marvel, my dude, my guy, my absolute dog, how could you fumble this so badly?
Kotaku reports: Mahershala Ali Says That If There Is A... — this reflects the evolution of interactive entertainment.
A German court ruled against Suno over its use of copyrighted works in its generative AI music service. U.S.-based Suno said that it is evaluating its options in the wake of the ruling, including an appeal. A regional court in Munich ruled Friday that Suno violated copyrights ...
The big picture: German Court Rules Against Suno In Lawsuit Challenging... — signals where Hollywood is headed.
PFAS, otherwise known as forever chemicals, have become commonplace in numerous everyday and industrial products. At the same time, they are some of the most problematic pollutants of our times: They are extremely durable, accumulate in the environment and in organisms and can...
Why it matters: Magnetic nanoparticles remove forever chemicals from water could lead to real-world breakthroughs.
Scorching summer temperatures have disrupted life for millions of Europeans, but for winegrowers in Italy and France who are harvesting their grapes unusually early, the hot weather offers pros as well as cons.
Phys.org reports: French, Italian winegrowers face earliest ever harvest — this advances our understanding of the world.
Ted Lasso is almost back (watch on Apple TV), with season 4 premiering this Tuesday, August 4 at 9:00 p.m. ET / 6:00 p.m. PT. Here are two major changes to expect from the new season of Ted Lasso.
The big picture: Ted Lasso returns next week with two major... — signals a shift in how we use technology.
Benny Safdie’s upcoming fantasy movie “Lizard Music” has added newcomer Arya Parvathi in her feature film debut. Parvathi’s role has yet to be disclosed, but she joins a cast that includes Dwayne Johnson (playing a 70-year-old man whose best friend is a 111-year-old chicken), ...
Why it matters: Benny Safdie’s ‘Lizard Music’ With Dwayne Johnson Adds... may set a new benchmark for the genre.
Giselle Torres, Indi Star, Journey Montana Binns, Kate Mina Lin and Olivia Taylor Cohen star in the series based on MGA Entertainment's wildly successful product line.
Bottom line from Hollywood Reporter: this could reshape the box office conversation.
Looking to start your own island paradise full of Miis based on family, friends, and celebrities, but don’t feel like paying full fare? Woot has Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream for Switch on sale for $52.99 (usually $59.95). Sort of like Animal Crossing, but more off-kilter, ...
The big picture: Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream is a quirky... — is one to watch for the industry.
Apple is expected to release the iPhone Air 2 in early 2027, with several key improvements over the first model. In a new investor note seen today by 9to5Mac, analyst Jeff Pu has the full rundown on what features and changes to expect from the iPhone Air 2 …
The big picture: iPhone Air 2 to feature smaller Dynamic Island,... — may redefine how we interact with devices.
Sony doesn't think the move will hurt it financially.
The big picture: Sony acknowledges backlash, “cautiously” moves ahead with end... — could change how developers build software.
Now a text prompt is all it takes to generate reality-warping images using Google Earth's satellite, aerial, and 3D imagery, like these images generated by Digital Digging's Henk van Ess that show "refugees near the Mexican border" and a bomb crater near a hospital in Gaza. Go...
Bottom line from The Verge: this could change how developers build software.
Nine females and 10 males were introduced to the area by the Two Moors Pine Marten Project last year.
The big picture: Pine marten babies born on Exmoor for first... — opens new research frontiers.
Spain said most had returned to Morocco by Friday evening, as Italy suspended its Schengen agreement on free movement with Madrid.
BBC World reports: Spain's PM blames traffickers after 60,000 migrants reach... — this has global implications.
Spotify is rolling out a new feature that lets users add short notes to individual tracks on their playlists. Here are the details.
Why it matters: Spotify’s new ‘User Notes’ lets you add personal... reshapes the tech landscape.
A drifting SpaceX rocket is on a collision course with the moon after launching a pair of lunar landers more than a year ago.
The big picture: A discarded SpaceX rocket is on a high-speed... — adds a piece to a much larger puzzle.
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