The U.S. Federal Trade Commission (FTC), alongside 22 states, has filed a lawsuit against Amazon, accusing the tech giant of running a clandestine surcharge scheme for digital advertising. The legal complaint alleges that the company manipulated its ad auction systems for over seven years, impacting more than one million brands and sellers globally. The dispute […]
Continue ReadingPopular prediction market Polymarket has secured $300 million in funding from 1789 Capital, an investment fund partnered by Donald Trump Jr. This influx of capital is reportedly part of a broader funding round totaling approximately $1 billion. The investment comes amidst a fierce regulatory battle across the United States. At least 20 state governments are […]
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Indian startup Alteon has secured $2.5 million in a pre-seed funding round led by prominent investor Lachy Groom. Founded by 20-year-old Samay Sanghvi, the company aims to develop autonomous aircraft capable of staying airborne for over a year by harvesting energy from ocean winds. The technology relies on dynamic soaring, the same technique used by […]
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NASA has successfully launched the Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope, marking the beginning of its million-mile journey to the second Sun-Earth Lagrange point (L2). Equipped with a 300-megapixel infrared camera, the new observatory features a field of view one hundred times larger than that of the Hubble Space Telescope. The mission aims to survey the […]
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A nostalgic look back at the mid-2000s indie scene highlights the EP “Professor Murder Rides the Subway,” a quintessential piece of New York’s dance punk era. The concise 16-minute release captures the raw energy of Brooklyn clubs through stripped-down synth sounds, rhythmic percussion, and driving basslines. While contemporaries like LCD Soundsystem achieved mainstream recognition, this […]
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Joseph Fink, the co-creator of the acclaimed podcast «Welcome to Night Vale», recently discussed his creative process and the foundations of his storytelling. In a wide-ranging interview, he highlighted how the 1999 adventure game «Grim Fandango» deeply shaped his artistic perspective, alongside discussing his latest literary work titled «The Nudge». Known for his work on […]
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Controversial alt-right figure and Gamergate personality Milo Yiannopoulos has been arrested by US immigration enforcement (ICE) and deported back to the United Kingdom. The enforcement action follows an investigation revealing he overstayed his visa and failed to appear for a scheduled court hearing. Once a prominent editor at Breitbart and a vocal supporter of Donald […]
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“A Trail Tale” is a new interactive trail journal that allows users to vicariously experience backpacking across the famous Appalachian Trail. Created by Andy Moliski with his brothers, the project draws heavy inspiration from classic 90s point-and-click adventures and the iconic Oregon Trail game. The experience stands out for its beautiful pixel art aesthetics and […]
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A new survey reveals that a plurality of Americans now oppose the deployment of automated license plate reader cameras by surveillance firm Flock in their local communities. Specifically, 46% of respondents expressed opposition to the cameras, compared to 38% in support, marking a notable reversal from last year’s favorable sentiment. This shift in public opinion […]
Continue ReadingSweden has established itself as one of the world’s leading technology hubs, attracting intense international interest. Following historic successes like Spotify and Klarna, a fresh wave of innovative companies, including Legora and Lovable, is dynamically emerging from Stockholm. According to industry insiders, a cultural shift plays a decisive role, as founding a startup is now […]
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