OpenAI Pauses Astra Development After Internal Review Flags Agentic Cybersecurity Risks OpenAI halts Astra work after internal review found agentic cyber capabilities, prompting heightened safeguards and third-party testing. OpenAI said …
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Rippling unveils AI Spend Console to curb escalating AI spending
by Kim Stewartby Kim StewartRippling launches AI Spend Console to map and curb runaway AI token costs Rippling unveils AI Spend Console to track and curb AI token spending, map employee usage and route …
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TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 Announces AI-Focused Agenda to Help Founders Build Enduring Companies
by Kim Stewartby Kim StewartTechCrunch Disrupt 2026 to focus on building enduring companies in the AI era TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 at Moscone West (Oct 13–15) focuses on building enduring companies in the AI era, …
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Ransomware Crisis Negotiators Reveal Costly Early Errors and How Companies Recover
by Kim Stewartby Kim StewartEx-hostage negotiators outline how companies should respond to a ransomware attack Michael Sjøberg and Peter Skovbo explain how companies should respond to a ransomware attack, avoid costly early mistakes, and …
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OpenAI develops ChatGPT donut-shaped home speaker with LoveFrom design
by Kim Stewartby Kim StewartOpenAI smart speaker to be donut-shaped, metal and moveable, sources say OpenAI smart speaker reported as a donut-shaped, metal, moveable device costing $300–$400, designed with LoveFrom and expected to ship …
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Deutsche Telekom posts Q2 revenue up 4.4% and adjusted EBITDA up 7.5%
by Kim Stewartby Kim StewartDeutsche Telekom Q2 results: Revenue rises to €29.9 billion as adjusted EBITDA AL and free cash flow improve Deutsche Telekom Q2 results show revenue up to €29.9 billion, adjusted EBITDA …
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Ford reveals Fathom EV pickup starting at $29,945 to revive sales
by Kim Stewartby Kim StewartFord Fathom electric truck priced to disrupt — but breakout status is uncertain Ford stakes claim with the Ford Fathom electric truck, unveiling a $29,945 base price as the company …
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Deepseek price hike forces rethink of Chinese AI business models
by Kim Stewartby Kim StewartDeepseek Price Increase Signals Turning Point in China’s AI Market Deepseek price increase marks a new phase for China’s AI sector, forcing startups and investors to rethink how low-cost, open-source …
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TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 launches $100 flash discount on passes
by Kim Stewartby Kim StewartTechCrunch Disrupt 2026 launches $100 flash sale ahead of October conference TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 organizers are offering an extra $100 off passes in a limited flash sale through Friday, August …
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ProSiebenSat.1 reports strong H1 2026 profit rise, confirms entertainment focus
by Kim Stewartby Kim StewartProSiebenSat.1 Boosts Profitability in H1 2026, Announces Focus on Entertainment and Cost Discipline ProSiebenSat.1 posts stronger H1 2026 profitability, citing a strategic pivot to entertainment, strict cost discipline and targeted …