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      Corgi, the buzzy Y Combinator-backed insurance tech startup, says it didn’t steal an open source product

      Corgi, the buzzy Y Combinator-backed insurance tech startup, says it didn’t steal an open source product

      Jul 02, 2026  Twila Rosenbaum
      Insurance tech startup Corgi has been accused by Papermark of stealing its open source data room software. Corgi denies the claims, attributing similarities to vibe coding. The incident sparks debate on intellectual property in the age of AI-assisted development. Corgi also faces criticism for its aggressive culture and rapid fundraising.
      Anthropic becomes first AI startup to join the Frontier carbon removal coalition

      Anthropic becomes first AI startup to join the Frontier carbon removal coalition

      Jul 02, 2026  Twila Rosenbaum
      Anthropic, the AI company behind Claude, has joined Frontier, a carbon removal coalition founded by Stripe, Google, and Shopify. The startup contributed to a new $915 million tranche, bringing total pledges to $1.8 billion. Frontier has contracted $700 million across 50+ projects to remove 1.8 million tons of carbon. This marks Anthropic's first climate-related deal and signals a potential shift in the AI industry's approach to sustainability.
      The US government’s Anthropic models ban was never about an AI jailbreak

      The US government’s Anthropic models ban was never about an AI jailbreak

      Jul 02, 2026  Twila Rosenbaum
      The US Commerce Department invoked an obscure export control directive to ban access to Anthropic’s latest AI models, Fable 5 and Mythos 5, citing national security. Anthropic complied without clear justification, sparking criticism from security researchers who say the move was heavy-handed and retaliatory. The incident highlights the growing tension between AI innovation and government interference, raising concerns about the reliability of American AI products globally.
      SpaceX is officially buying Cursor for $60 billion

      SpaceX is officially buying Cursor for $60 billion

      Jul 01, 2026  Twila Rosenbaum
      Days after its massive IPO, SpaceX has officially acquired the programming platform Cursor for $60 billion. The move is part of Elon Musk's strategy to catch up to AI rivals like OpenAI and Anthropic in the enterprise market. The acquisition comes after a peculiar arrangement announced in April, where SpaceX agreed to either buy Cursor for $60B or pay a $10B breakup fee.
      SwitchBot launches new budget-friendly Matter-compatible ceiling lights.

      SwitchBot launches new budget-friendly Matter-compatible ceiling lights.

      Jul 01, 2026  Twila Rosenbaum
      SwitchBot has introduced two new Matter-compatible smart ceiling lights at budget-friendly prices. The 12-inch model costs $49.99 and outputs 2,000 lumens, while the 15-inch version costs $79.99 and delivers 3,200 lumens. Both support full color and white temperature tuning, dimming, 26 preset scenes, and eight lighting effects. This launch significantly undercuts competitors like Lifx and Aqara, which sell similar Matter ceiling lights for $95 to $150.
      Leaked iPhone 18 Pro photos reportedly wound up on the dark web

      Leaked iPhone 18 Pro photos reportedly wound up on the dark web

      Jul 01, 2026  Twila Rosenbaum
      Apple supplier Tata Electronics confirmed a data breach that led to leaked iPhone 18 Pro photos, component lists, and drop test videos appearing on the dark web. The ransomware group World Leaks posted over 200,000 files, including Apple and Tesla documents. Apple is concerned about the leaked materials, which also include board layouts and A20 Pro chip data sheets.
      Our best look yet at Samsung’s new wide foldable

      Our best look yet at Samsung’s new wide foldable

      Jul 01, 2026  Twila Rosenbaum
      New leaked images provide the clearest view yet of Samsung’s upcoming wide foldable phone, reportedly called the Galaxy Z Fold 8. The images show a passport-style form factor with a selfie camera on the cover display and a dual-camera setup on the rear. Samsung is expected to unveil the device at its summer Galaxy Unpacked event on July 22nd, alongside the narrower Z Fold 8 Ultra and the Z Flip 8. These leaks come just months before Apple’s own wide foldable is rumored to launch in September.
      NBA fans outraged DJ Khaled spends insanely expensive Knicks-Spurs game on his phone

      NBA fans outraged DJ Khaled spends insanely expensive Knicks-Spurs game on his phone

      Jul 01, 2026  Twila Rosenbaum
      During Game 3 of the 2026 NBA Finals between the New York Knicks and San Antonio Spurs, DJ Khaled drew heavy criticism for spending much of the game on his phone while sitting courtside at Madison Square Garden. Social media erupted with anger, with many fans labeling his behavior disrespectful given the historic and expensive nature of the event. The game marked the Knicks' first home Finals appearance since 1999, with tickets starting at four figures.
      Mike Tyson turns 60: The remarkable transformation of 'Iron Mike'

      Mike Tyson turns 60: The remarkable transformation of 'Iron Mike'

      Jul 01, 2026  Twila Rosenbaum
      Mike Tyson, once the most feared man in boxing, celebrates his 60th birthday. From his rise as the youngest heavyweight champion to his fall from grace and remarkable comeback, Tyson's story is one of transformation. He now embraces peace and humor, leaving behind his violent past.
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