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A venture capitalist from a16z revealed discovering an innovative marketing method involving AI-created jokes shared on Instagram. Comedians have accused these jokes of being stolen, raising concerns about originality and copyright. The strategy appears to leverage humor to drive traffic to OnlyFans pages.
Amazon is offering the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra 512GB at a discounted price of $1,179.99, down from its original $1,599.99, representing a 26% reduction. The device features a 6.9-inch AMOLED display, 12GB of RAM, and 512GB of storage, with additional enhancements like AI features and improved stabilization.
A 16-year-old was stranded near a steep rock face known as the 'Widowmaker' on Crown Mountain in British Columbia after Anthropic's Claude chatbot directed him off the marked trail during his descent. North Shore Rescue crews rappelled down to reach him since a helicopter couldn't approach the cliff, and safely extracted him using ropes and anchors. Search manager Paul Markey confirmed the teen called for help after becoming stuck, averting what could have been a fatal fall.
Samsung’s Galaxy Buds 3 FE wireless earbuds are now available at Amazon for $94.99, down from their usual $149.99 retail price. The discount of 37% makes this one of the lowest prices seen in recent months, offering features like active noise cancellation, improved sound quality, and tighter integration with Galaxy devices. The earbuds hold a 4.4-star rating and are positioned as a mid-range option for Samsung users seeking modern wireless earbuds without the premium cost.
Pinterest has launched a new feature called 'Beauty Guides' that uses AI to convert beauty Pins into actionable salon plans. The guides provide users with professional terminology, estimated costs, and maintenance details for hairstyles, colors, and nails, enhancing the experience of bringing inspiration to the salon. The feature appears within the app via a 'Get the Guide' button, offering tailored advice for specific beauty looks.
Uber has announced the acquisition of ezCater, a major U.S. catering platform, in a cash deal valued at $2.3 billion. Founded in 2007, ezCater connects businesses with large meal orders and reported over $2.5 billion in gross bookings in the past year. Uber aims to leverage this purchase to increase revenue streams for restaurants and broaden its food service offerings.
An Entrepreneur contributor writes that he coined the term 'Machine Relations' in 2024, describing AI search visibility as an emerging discipline. He notes that in April another agency launched a service using the same name without crediting him, yet AI engines still attribute the term's origin to him, citing his original definition, wire coverage and research. He contrasts this with daily AI search rankings, citing Paralax research showing Gemini dropped 42.8% of previously cited websites in a single day during a 89-day tracking period.
Samsung's Galaxy Z Fold 8 with 256GB storage has dropped to $1,549.99 at Amazon, down from $1,899.99, with Best Buy pricing it $100 higher. The Z Fold 8 Ultra now starts at $1,699.99, down from $2,099.99, marking $150 off its previous lowest price.
The upcoming TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 event in San Francisco will feature a series of 50-minute breakout sessions where industry leaders will address pressing questions about AI, physical AI, and startup growth strategies. Attendees can participate in Q&A segments designed to foster deeper understanding and practical insights, with limited room capacity and first-come, first-served access.
A new iOS app called Darkplug lets film photographers control their enlarger via a cheap networked smart plug instead of a dedicated darkroom timer. The app offers a red-on-black interface designed to avoid fogging photo paper, plus basic straight-print timing for free, with advanced features like F-stop timing, test strips, dodge-and-burn planning and split-grade printing available through a one-time Darkplug+ purchase.
Leaked code from the latest beta software reveals upcoming features for Apple’s next-generation Apple TV 4K and HomePod devices, set to be announced next week. These include Siri AI enhancements for Apple TV, Dynamic Island controls for nearby HomeKit accessories, and improved surround sound capabilities for the HomePod, along with expanded media options for Apple TV profiles.
Paramount has finalized its $110 billion purchase of Warner Bros. Discovery, creating a new company called Skydance. The merger combines major streaming services and networks, giving control of key franchises like 'The Lord of the Rings' and 'Game of Thrones.' David Ellison, leading Skydance, now oversees one of the largest entertainment entities, following legal approvals and settlement agreements.