OpenAI reportedly raises $8.3B at $300B valuation
The oversubscribed round came months ahead of schedule, and is part of OpenAI's strategy to raise $40 billion.
The oversubscribed round came months ahead of schedule, and is part of OpenAI's strategy to raise $40 billion.
Until now, Instagram allowed anyone to go live, regardless of their follower count or whether their account was public or private.
Autonomous weapons, decentralized strategy, and startup speed â this isnât the future of defense, itâs the now. At TechCrunch Disrupt 2025, Ethan Thornton, CEO and founder of Mach Industries, steps onto the AI Stage to talk about how next-gen defense is being built from the ground up with AI at its core. Inside the AI […]
Nintendo is raising the price of the original Switch âfamily of systems and products,â the company announced on Friday. Along with the first-generation Nintendo Switch, the price change also affects the Switch OLED, Switch Lite, and âselectâ accessories. Nintendo is also raising the price of some Switch 2 accessories, certain amiibo, and the Alarmo. The […]
Madison Prewett and Grant Troutt are sharing a controversial parenting opinion.
Six months after the couple welcomed their baby girl Hosanna, they discussed their plans to discipline her with...
A new bombshell has entered Huda Mustafa's life.
Nearly three weeks after the Love Island USA season seven contestant earned third place with Chris Seeley—after breaking up in the finale...
After leaks and rumors spread on social media, Battlefield 6 finally has a confirmed release date and price. Get all the details about it here.
Investors have bought into Pearl Edison's idea and recently poured $3 .3 million into the startup.
The Trump administration may have just axed the IRS Direct File program. During a summit earlier this week, IRS Commissioner Billy Long said the free tax filing service is âgone,â adding that âbig beautiful Billy wiped that out,â as reported earlier by Bloomberg Law. President Donald Trumpâs Big Beautiful Bill includes a provision to establish […]
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The round could make the AI data storage company one of the most valuable in the world.
German authorities said they have seized the servers used by the long-running ransomware gang, BlackSuit, which is blamed for cyberattacks across Europe and the U.S., including the City of Dallas.
Evidence is growing that some HIV-infected infants, if given antiretroviral drugs early in life, are able to suppress their viral loads to undetectable levels and then come off the medicine.
Lindsay Lohan had the ultimate look in London.
The Freakier Friday star attended the film’s premiere at the Odeon Luxe Leicester Square July 31 where she paid homage to her character Anna...
Vivobarefoot’s barely there shoes are perfect for casual wear, workouts, trail running, and walking around town.
All Raise released a report that said 18.6% of the top roles at leading VC firms are held by women, which is double what it was in 2018.
Details are slim, though, regarding when Klarna will schedule its debut; no final decisions have been made.
We can't believe we're sharing this, but Vital Proteins is on sale at Amazon once again!
The Jennifer Aniston-loved collagen peptides powder is marked down almost 25% right now to just...
I ordered the world’s smallest folding Bosch ebike in purple, and now it’s the only bike I want to ride.
Your gadgets run on direct current, but the electricity in your home is alternating current. What’s up with that?
Microsoft is ending support for Windows 11 SE next year, five years after it launched the operating system on low-cost laptops that were designed to compete with Google Chromebooks. Windows 11 SE was only available on devices for education customers, such as schools, and it was supposed to convince them not to switch to Chrome […]
Reddit is working on a new unified interface that will merge its legacy search and AI-powered Q&A features, as well as make its search box more prominently visible in the app.
Whether you’re skiing in the backcountry or trampolining in the backyard, we have an activity tracker for you.
Joby's years of R&D with the DoD may be paying off. The company has signed an agreement with defense contractor L3Harris to develop a gas-turbine hybrid VTOL that can fly autonomously â for defense applications.
Cooking dinner should be easier. There, we said it. And not just dinner. Breakfast, lunch, snacks, just having a kitchen in general and using it needs a complete overhaul.
Thank goodness there are...
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Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella wanted to make Google dance two years ago, with an AI overhaul of Bing that was designed to steal Google's all-important search market share. Now, there are plenty of signs that Microsoft has successfully taken search share off Google, both in the US and worldwide. Earlier this week Microsoft reported that […]
Samsung smart TVs appear to be functioning normally again after experiencing a global outage yesterday. Users across Reddit and Samsungâs community forum started reporting issues with their TVs at around 5PM ET on Thursday, finding themselves unable to open apps like YouTube, Apple TV, Hulu, and Prime Video. While apps were still visible on the […]
A “gooner” tells WIRED he became hooked on the cartoonish nature of AI porn. Several addictions experts say the genre could pose a problem for people prone to compulsive sexual behavior.
Google released its first publicly available "multi-agent" AI system, which uses more computational resources, but produces better answers.
If you're in need of some new high-quality accessories that won't drain your bank account, BaubleBar is your girl. That's because their Big Biannual Event is currently going on, which means...
Liam Neeson didn't think he'd find love, actually after Natasha Richardson's death.While the Taken actor recently sparked romance rumors with The Naked Gun costar Pamela Anderson, he'd spent over...
Palantir has become one of the few winners in the Trump administration’s cost-cutting efforts, offering other contractors a lifeline while consolidating its own reach and power.
TikTokkers and biohackers are fast to recommend mouth tape for better sleep. But it’s not a solution for everyone.
It doesn’t matter who makes the tech—when you call a robocar, Uber’s mission now is to make sure you use its app.
The calendar might still say summer, but real ones know Halloween is just around the corner. The Disney Store is already gearing up for the holiday season (spooky and Christmas) by launching a...
Nintendoâs financial year is off to a bumper start thanks to explosive sales of its Switch 2 console. Following its launch in June, the Switch 2 console has now sold 5.82 million units according to Nintendoâs Q1 earnings report, more than double the 2.7 million unit sales achieved by the original Switch in its first […]
Despite their altogether ooky demeanors onscreen, the Wednesday cast have a lot of love to give.
In fact, the stars of the Netflix series, including Jenna Ortega, Emma Myers and Joy Sunday, are so...
Hulk Hogan’s final WWE appearance on January 6 didn’t exactly go to plan after the iconic wrestler was booed by fans during the premiere of Raw on Netflix. According to Hogan’s longtime friend and wrestling manager Jimmy Hart, who appeared with him onstage at the Intuit Dome in Inglewood, California, that night, the negative reaction […]
HBO Max is the home to such critically acclaimed shows as The Pitt and The White Lotus, but it’s also a haven for excellent movies. This August, the streamer is set to add tons of new content that will lure you away from Netflix and the rest of its competitors. The highlights this month include […]
The family of Idaho murder victim Ethan Chapin have spoken out after skipping the sentencing of his killer, Bryan Kohberger. Posting via Instagram on Thursday, July 31, Ethan’s mom Stacy Chapin shared a lengthy statement alongside a carousel of family photos that featured her son. Ethan, 20, was among the four college students murdered by […]
Former Maroon 5 bassist Mickey Madden‘s wife, Catherine Blair Bowman, accused her husband of physically attacking her after she confronted him about “sexting teenage girls.” Bowman filed documents seeking a restraining order against Madden, 46, on Wednesday, July 30, in Los Angeles County Superior Court, according to TMZ. Bowman claimed Madden physically assaulted her on July 21 at […]
On Apple TV+, “less is more” isn’t just a mantra — it’s a programming strategy the company has utilized since it launched. And with hit shows like Severance, Ted Lasso and Presumed Innocent, no one can fault their approach to the streaming wars. That’s why Apple TV+’s August lineup looks so empty, especially if you […]
Latvian startup Handwave aims to compete with Amazon palm payments by offering an independent alternative.
Kim Zolciak has moved on following her messy divorce from Kroy Biermann. Appearing on the Thursday, July 31, episode of Watch What Happens Live with Andy Cohen, the Real Housewives of Atlanta alum confirmed there’s someone special in her life and shared new details of how the romance came to be. After host Cohen, 57, […]
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Love Island USA’s JaNa Craig is ready to move on after her dramatic split from Kenny Rodriguez. In the wake of the messy break-up, the reality star, 28, shared a message to her fans via her Instagram Story on Thursday, July 31, declaring she was ready to “close this chapter” of her life. JaNa insisted […]
LeapFrog has announced a new electronic learning system that swaps controllers for a camera. In fact, the LeapMove looks like an oversized, kid-friendly webcam, but is designed to connect to TVs like a console and get kids off the couch using educational games that require full-body movements to play. Itâs reminiscent of the Xbox Kinect […]
One Project Runway contestant’s return to the workroom wasn’t exactly a fashion hit. During the Thursday, July 31, season 21 premiere of Freeform’s reality show, fans were reintroduced to designer Caycee Black. After being eliminated in week one of Project Runway season 19, the Texas resident wanted to come back and prove she has what […]
Kylie Jenner is helping the world keep up with Kris Jenner’s luxe lifestyle.
The 27-year-old shared a peek inside her momager’s swanky mansion near Calabasas, Calif., while showcasing what the...
Dresses are nice, but we’ve had too many close calls with escalators, rogue wind gusts, accidental tucks and twirls gone wrong. Even bending over to pick up the dog feels risky! That’s where jumpsuits come in. If you want to nail summer style without risking a wardrobe malfunction, this ultra-flattering jumpsuit has your name on […]
John Stamos is ready to be a hit around here.
The Full House alum revealed that he will serve as the last-minute replacement for Josh Gad in an upcoming theater production of Jesus Christ...
Hold on, Drake is going home.
While the "God's Plan" rapper hails from Toronto, he considers Amsterdam to be a city "very dear" to his heart since it's where he and ex Sophie Brussaux conceived...
David Eigenberg is back on And Just Like That season 3 — but it’s not under the best circumstances. During the Thursday, July 31, episode of the Sex and the City spinoff, Steve (Eigenberg) joins ex-wife Miranda (Cynthia Nixon) and son Brady (Niall Cunningham) for dinner in her new apartment. Brady makes an impressive meal […]
Paris Jackson and her fiance, musician Justin “Blue” Long, have split. Taking to social media on Thursday, July 31, Jackson, 27, confirmed the couple have called it quits via X while responding to a story posted by the Daily Mail. The Daily Mail’s article link featured photos of Jackson looking upset, with the story linking […]
Luke Bryan doesn’t know if he’s giving his judging days the (cowboy) boot.
The American Idol judge implied that his return to season 24 of the ABC singing competition series—which has yet to...
Emilie Kiser is seeking more privacy.
After it was revealed that her husband Brady Kiser won't be charged in connection to the death of their 3-year-old son Trigg Kiser, the TikToker filed a...
Andrew Garfield and Monica Barbaro have kept their connection low-key. The pair were first spotted together when they both attended W Magazine‘s Best Performances party in Los Angeles. Garfield and Barbaro were snapped while hanging out with other partygoers. The following month, rumors swirled that Barbaro and Garfield were dating. Neither Garfield nor Barbaro has […]
Mandy Moore is giving a peek into life with her own big three.
The This Is Us star—who shares kids August "Gus," 4, Oscar "Ozzie,” 2, and Louise, 10 months, with husband Taylor Goldsmith—posted a...
Denise Richards is wild about her new personal chapter.
So much so, the Real Housewives of Beverly Hills star underwent a hair makeover, debuting what her hairstylist Chris McMillian called a more...
Paris Jackson is making a change.
The daughter of Michael Jackson revealed that she and fiancé Justin Long have ended their relationship after three years together.
“Those are breakup tears,”...
Ozzy Osbourne’s family, friends and fans are coming together to say goodbye.
The Black Sabbath frontman, who died July 22 at age 76 after a years-long battle with Parkinson’s disease, was laid to...
Anthony Hopkins has entered the chat after Kim Kardashian’s new Skims face wrap garnered comparisons to his Silence of the Lambs character, Hannibal Lecter. “Hello Kim, I’m already feeling 10 years younger,” the actor, 87, said while channeling Hannibal in an Instagram Reel uploaded on Thursday, July 31. In the clip, Hopkins donned the nude […]
Sara Foster is sharing an update on her daughter’s health.
The 90210 alum shared her and ex Tommy Haas’ eldest daughter Valentina, 14, has been diagnosed with juvenile arthritis, sharing which...
Stacy Chapin is sharing the range of emotions she’s feeling after the killer in the University of Idaho murders was sent to prison.
The mom of Ethan Chapin, 20—who was fatally stabbed in November...
Adam Carolla claimed that he witnessed Ellen DeGeneres’ employees being “really scared” on her talk show set and sensed the tension. “Ellen has always been a mean person,” Carolla, 61, alleged during his Tuesday, July 29, appearance on the “After Party with Emily Dashinsky” podcast. The comedian, who appeared on The Ellen DeGeneres Show in […]
SixSense offers an AI-powered platform that helps chip makers prevent defects. It landed backing led by Peak XVâs Surge (formerly Sequoia India & SEA).
Amazon is spending a fortune on AI infrastructure and CEO Andy Jassy sees a new way to pay for it with Alexa+.
It's the Stanley cup drop that could quench any thirst: Stanley's come out with two new colors for summer — Pistachio and Dew Drop.
In true Stanley fashion, these new colorways are pretty pastels...
That's an uptick from the $800 million hit last quarter.
Shep Rose weighed in on former Southern Charm costar Kathryn Dennis’ recent social media video after she seemingly slammed newcomer Salley Carson for allegedly copying her look. “I was told about it. I watched it. I didn’t like what I saw,” Shep, 44, told Decider in an interview published on Tuesday, July 29, after seeing […]
Katie Ginella has a theory as to why most of her Real Housewives of Orange County costars can’t seem to give her a break. “I think these women were looking for anything to point out that I’ve done wrong,” Katie, 41, exclusively shared with Us Weekly while promoting the Bravo show on Thursday, July 31. […]
Hello, friends! Ms. Rachel, aka Rachel Accurso, is one of the most popular children’s entertainers on the internet. Her education and music-driven videos have captivated toddlers for quite some time now — but where can you find her content? If you’re looking for some high-quality “edu-tainment” for your kiddos, Watch With Us has the scoop. […]
Vitamin C is one of skincare’s most powerful multitaskers that brightens dull complexions, fades dark spots, boosts collagen production and protects against environmental damage. Now, Neutrogena, a brand loved by Jennifer Garner, is putting this powerhouse vitamin front and center in its newest launch. The Collagen Bank 15% Vitamin C Face Serum is a targeted […]
One California man has taken dating red flags to a whole new level.
Christopher Earl Lloyd was arrested on July 24 on a 14-count federal indictment after he allegedly used dating apps to scam his...
Apple has been the target of a fair amount of criticism over the past year, from its AI missteps to a strong distaste for its new design ethos. But the numbers donât lie, and if Apple knows how to do anything itâs sell iPhones. Specifically, three billion of them, as CEO Tim Cook announced on […]
Get out your orange soda, another visit to Kel Mitchell and Kenan Thompson’s Good Burger could be on the way. Mitchell, 46, hinted at a potential Good Burger 3 following the success of the movie’s 2023 sequel when joining Bilt founder and CEO Ankur Jain for a game of Rent Free, where celebrities compete to […]
Alluringskull is tasting a new look.
The TikToker unveiled before-and-after videos of a recent cosmetic procedure she had done that involved splitting her tongue into two, similar to that of a...
Martha Stewart is serving up a plate of honesty.
The cookbook author shared her frank opinions on the burgeoning career of her fellow lifestyle expert Meghan Markle, who launched her As Ever brand...
Janice Dickinson once claimed that Liam Neeson was blessed in the nether regions. In 2006, the model, now 70, shared that Neeson, now 73, has “the biggest penis of any man alive,” per the New York Post. Five years later, Dickinson doubled down on her remarks in an interview with Star magazine. “It was like […]
Liam Neeson sparked a relationship with his Naked Gun costar Pamela Anderson, but it wasn’t the first time the Irish actor found romance on set. Neeson began dating Helen Mirren in the early ‘80s after they met on the set of the film Excalibur. Their relationship lasted for five years after it ultimately ran its […]
There’s nothing worse than stepping out on a hot day and realizing your sneakers are turning into mini saunas. Whether you’re running errands, chasing after your kids or just strolling to brunch, sweaty feet seriously kill the vibe. That’s why we rounded up breathable, moisture-wicking sneakers that won’t make your feet sweat, even on the […]
Jesse Metcalfe's girlfriend has never been desperate for information on his past.
The Desperate Housewives alum, who dated Scheana Shay in the early 2000s, shared that his girlfriend...
Reddit reported its Q2 earnings, and itâs clear that its focus on AI has ramped up significantly.
Kevin Gates' marriage to Dreka Gates is ending.
The "I Don’t Get Tired" rapper's wife of nine years filed for divorce on July 30, citing irreconcilable differences as the reason for the breakup in...
Ozzy Osbourne was laid to rest at his private estate in Buckinghamshire, England, after several world-famous musicians attended his funeral. According to photos obtained by the Daily Mail, Marilyn Manson and his wife, Lindsay Usich, Rob Zombie, Slipknot frontman Corey Taylor and Osbourne’s lead guitarist Zakk Wylde attended the private memorial service on Thursday, July […]
Fans are finally getting their wish as a fourth installment of the Meet the Parents franchise is officially in the works — and the cast is already quite impressive. The sequel, which is titled Focker In-Law, will of course feature some returning faces, including Ben Stiller and Teri Polo, among a few new additions to […]
Apple is spending a lot on President Donald Trumpâs tariffs. During an earnings call on Thursday, Apple CEO Tim Cook said the duties could add $1.1 billion to its costs during the September quarter. Cook says Apple has already spent around $800 million during the June quarter, which is less than the $900 million that […]
Natasha Richardson’s mom, Vanessa Redgrave, is all smiles in a rare video amid Liam Neeson’s new chapter. “Darling. A little video?” Redgrave, 88, said in an Instagram video shared by daughter Joely Richardson on Wednesday, July 30. As the camera approached Redgrave sitting on a bench while petting a dog, she exclaimed, “Hello!” “‘When the […]
Martha Stewart has had some mixed feelings when it comes to Meghan Markle entering the lifestyle and home space. Stewart shared her thoughts on Markle launching As Ever, her new lifestyle brand, in April 2025. “Authenticity matters a lot,” Stewart told Us Weekly in September 2024. “Does Meghan Markle really design her products? Has she […]
The rate of iPhone sales growth has accelerated too. This uptick in sales might be temporary, though.
Lindsay Lohan is showing Us a masterclass in rich mom airport style. While en route to the airport on July 29, the actress was seen wearing an outfit that was equal parts comfy, polished and travel-ready. What caught our eye most? Her striped button-up, which is why we found this budget-friendly alternative. For a sleek, […]
A YouTuber wrote a fiery letter demanding a protective order against Blake Lively after the Gossip Girl alum attempted to subpoena her as part of her legal battle with Justin Baldoni, Us Weekly can exclusively report. On Monday, July 28, content creator Lauren Neidigh, who has the username LethalLauren904, slammed the recent subpoenas that Lively, […]
Apple is open to M&A to accelerate its AI strategy, and says it's made seven acquisitions this year so far.
Bryan Kohberger is behind bars in the same prison as Chad Daybell, who is “Doomsday Mom” Lori Vallow’s husband. Us Weekly confirmed earlier this month that Kohberger was transferred to the Idaho Maximum Security Institution inside the Idaho State Correctional Complex in Kuna, Idaho, after being sentenced to life in prison. Kohberger received four life […]
Apple CEO Tim Cook says the company is âopenâ to mergers and acquisitions as it âsignificantlyâ increases its investment in AI, as reported by CNBC. Cookâs statements were made alongside the release of Appleâs third-quarter earnings results, which revealed that the iPhone-maker raked in $94 billion between April and June, marking a 10 percent increase […]
During the most recent Prime Day, the Google Pixel Tablet with Wi-Fi and 256GB of storage briefly dropped to just $309 ($190 off) â but the deal disappeared in a matter of hours. Fast forward to today, and the deal is back, but this time itâs available at Best Buy. Unfortunately, the discount is for […]
What’s in a name?
Well, for Machine Gun Kelly, it’s victory. Indeed, the 35-year-old rapper revealed that his suggestion for his and Megan Fox’s 4-month-old daughter Saga Blade prevailed—a win he...
Reddit knows that it has valuable data from actual people â itâs already reached deals with big AI companies like OpenAI and Google to share its data with them. But Reddit is also investing in improving its own search capabilities, and in its latest note to investors, CEO Steve Huffman says that the company is […]