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In brief The Pixel Watch 4 and Pixel Buds 2a also debuted, adding AI health tools and translation. Google introduced Pixelsnap, a Qi2 magnetic charging system with new accessories. A new AI voice assistant, Gemini for Home, will replace Google Assistant on Nest devices. Google unveiled the Pixel 10 lineup on Wednesday at its annual…
In brief Doop, an app that pays users to take photos of their poop, is expected to launch its public beta this fall. It will use an AI agent to analyze the photos to provide custom tips and challenges based on the results. Further down the line, the dataset will be sold to organizations and…
In brief Claude Opus models are now able to permanently end chats if users get abusive or keep pushing illegal requests. Anthropic frames it as “AI welfare,” citing tests where Claude showed “apparent distress” under hostile prompts. Some researchers applaud the feature. Others on social media mocked it. Claude just gained the power to slam…
In brief Metaplanet has bought a further 775 BTC for $93 million to bolster its corporate treasury. The Japanese firm’s Bitcoin stash is now worth roughly $2.17 billion, despite Bitcoin’s downturn over the weekend. Analysts told Decrypt that steady buying can tighten liquidity and raise near term volatility. Metaplanet Inc. bought an additional 775 Bitcoin…
In brief Former Pump.fun employee Jarett Dunn has pleaded guilty to fraud by abuse of position, as well as transfer of criminal property. The former senior developer drained an estimated $2 million worth of Solana from the popular meme coin launchpad. He now awaits sentencing from behind bars, after breaking bail conditions two months ago.…
In brief AI companions via Replika and ChatGPT-4o are fueling a billion-dollar intimacy industry. Studies show AI partners can ease loneliness, but experts warn of social and emotional costs. Experts say the trend raises questions about love, connection, and the role of technology in relationships. When Reddit user Leuvaade_n announced she’d accepted her boyfriend’s marriage…
ETH NEARS $4K, TRUMP TARIFFS BEGIN, REKT HITS ANOTHER ATHETH leads majors, Tom Lee calls for $16k price target. US set to allow crypto in 401k plans. ETH daily transactions near record. Sell Gold, Buy BTC: Lummis. Indonesia evaluates BTC reserve. Tornado dev found guilty of 1 out of 3 charges. US adds 21.6% tariff…
In brief Steam and Itch.io removed a wide range of adult games, following Collective Shout issuing an open letter to payment processors about titles involving “rape, incest, and child sexual abuse-themed games.” Collective Shout told Decrypt that it had “discussed” also pressuring crypto payment processors to do the same and may revisit the issue in…
In brief AI avatars and influencers are pushing high-dose magnesium with misleading health claims. Doctors warn of real health risks, especially for vulnerable groups. Experts urge consulting professionals, and eating healthy food rather than taking more pills. Magnesium is having a moment. Touted as the latest cure-all by wellness influencers—and their increasingly realistic AI clones—the…
