From fancy OLED TVs to robot vacuums with arms, we tend to cover a lot of cool stuff here at The Verge that, unfortunately, often costs as much as a month’s rent (or more). But with the ongoing tariff situation in the US and a global memory shortage pushing up the cost of, well, everything, we’re well aware that not […]
Proton upgraded its privacy-focused AI chatbot, Lumo, to version 2.0, adding image recognition, generation, and persistent memory for Projects. The update also boasts up to 76% faster responses and maintains zero-access encryption for user privacy.
Crypto exchange OKX launched OKX AI, a marketplace for developers to enable AI agents to hire each other, settle payments autonomously with stablecoins, and build on-chain reputations. This initiative aims to create an "agent economy" and expand OKX's fintech offerings.
Avinox and newcomer Gobao unveiled next-generation Motor Gearbox Units (MGUs) with integrated eCVT technology at Eurobike in Frankfurt. These innovative e-bike motors offer automatic, continuous gear adjustments, eliminating traditional derailleurs and cassettes, promising enhanced durability and a smoother riding experience for future e-bikes.
Wix-acquired Base44 is rolling out its own AI model, Base1, to support app creation via natural language. This move addresses debates on frontier model suitability and startup defensibility, aiming for optimized latency, cost, and efficiency.
Nearly a month after Blue Origin's New Glenn rocket exploded on its Florida launch pad, destroying LC-36A, the incident raises significant questions for NASA's Artemis Program and commercial customers like Amazon and AST SpaceMobile. The cause is linked to the main engines, also used by ULA's Vulcan rocket.
Waymo robotaxis are no longer available on Uber's ride-hail app in Phoenix, Arizona, ending a nearly three-year partnership
