Dumb Co bets a modified flip phone can cure smartphone burnout
Dumb Co sells a $20 flip phone loaded with its own software so it can sync with a smartphone's apps, aiming to help people cut screen time without fully disconnecting.
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415 storiesOratomic raises $300M to build a simpler quantum computer
Quantum startup Oratomic raised $300 million in Series A funding to build a utility-scale quantum computer requiring roughly 10,000 to 20,000 qubits.
Vivo gets India's approval for Dixon manufacturing joint venture
India approved a 51/49 smartphone manufacturing joint venture between Vivo and Dixon Technologies, which could mark the next phase of India's manufacturing boom.
Slate Auto adds Crayola-colored wraps to its customizable EV truck
Slate Auto, the Jeff Bezos-backed EV startup, is partnering with Crayola to offer five vehicle wraps in the crayon maker's signature colors, priced at $1,549.99 each.
Meta to start producing custom AI chips in September
Meta is reportedly on track to begin production of its latest custom AI-specific chips in September, aiming to reduce its reliance on external chipmakers.
Nvidia stock falls as memory chips become the new AI bottleneck
Nvidia's stock has fallen 15% since its May peak as the GPU shortage eases, while memory prices climb and manufacturers like Micron capture the gains.
QuantumDiamonds gets EU backing to challenge chip giants
German startup QuantumDiamonds secured €76 million in state funding and a €15 million equity round to scale its quantum-sensing semiconductor inspection technology.
Meta updates AI glasses to disable camera if recording LED is blocked
Meta will disable the camera on its AI glasses if the recording LED is tampered with, amid ongoing scrutiny over its broader AI privacy practices.
Apple signs $30B Broadcom deal for US-made wireless chips
Apple signed a multiyear deal worth over $30 billion with Broadcom to produce more than 15 billion custom wireless connectivity chips in the U.S.
Venus Aerospace raises $90M Series B for its rocket engine
Venus Aerospace raised a $90 million Series B to fund testing of its Rotating Detonation Rocket Engine (RDRE) for defense and space customers.
Google sets August 12 date for Pixel 11 launch event
Google has scheduled its "Made by Google" launch event for August 12 in New York City, where it is expected to unveil the new Pixel 11 smartphone lineup.
Forterra deploys over 100 autonomous vehicles in Ukraine
Forterra has deployed more than 100 autonomous ATVs in Ukraine over the past nine months, marking a significant real-world combat test for U.S. defense technology.
Even Realities hits $1B valuation with $150M funding round
Even Realities raised $150 million at a $1 billion valuation, positioning its display-first smart glasses as a profitable alternative that prioritizes privacy over camera-equipped content capture.
Agility Robotics to go public via SPAC merger
Agility Robotics plans to go public via a SPAC merger, aiming for a valuation of around $2.5 billion and raising more than $620 million in gross proceeds.
Project Mirage launches Dune, a context-aware Mac keypad
Project Mirage has launched Dune, a $119 context-aware aluminum keypad for Mac that uses AI to automate workflows and simplify shortcut management.
Silverado EV struggles to gain traction in the U.S. and Canada
Despite strong performance and over 400 miles of range, Chevrolet sold about 14,000 Silverado EVs last year, highlighting a persistent gap between automaker expectations and consumer adoption.
Space Force turns to private sector to close orbital intelligence gaps
True Anomaly and Rocket Lab successfully completed a complex orbital rendezvous mission for the U.S. Space Force, demonstrating private sector capabilities for military reconnaissance.
Etched reaches $5 billion valuation as it eyes Arizona manufacturing
Etched, valued at $5 billion, is preparing to ship its first AI chips, while investor Copper Sky Capital aims to help the startup navigate manufacturing constraints.
Anthropic explores custom AI chip development with Samsung
Anthropic is reportedly in talks with Samsung to develop custom AI chips, a move aimed at diversifying its hardware stack and reducing reliance on Nvidia.
Apple reportedly planning new iPad and MacBook Pro models for 2027
Apple is reportedly planning to release new iPad Pro and MacBook Pro models early next year, including an entry-level laptop, as it navigates ongoing supply chain challenges.