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Amazon's ongoing Prime Big Deal Days sale includes a curated set of budget desktop accessories priced at $13 or less, such as a retractable UGreen 100W USB-C cable discounted to $13.29 and a Tassmpitor keyboard cleaning kit now $9.96. The selection spans cables, adapters, cleaning tools and small desk gadgets aimed at PC setups.
The European Commission is reportedly revising its digital tax proposal so that it applies to all large corporations with revenue above €100 million, rather than singling out digital services providers like Apple, Google and Meta. According to the Financial Times, officials hope this broader approach will raise similar tax revenue while avoiding the appearance of targeting US tech firms specifically. The exact levy amount has not been set, with the EU first seeking agreement among its 27 member states on the broader principle.
HubSpot announced Tuesday it is laying off roughly 7% of its workforce, about 660 employees, as part of a reorganization centered on AI-driven customer outcomes. The company's CEO said the cuts are not the result of AI 'efficiencies' replacing workers, even as the restructuring is explicitly tied to AI strategy.
Furientis, a one-year-old startup building mass-producible interceptor missiles, raised $25 million in a seed round led by Benchmark at a $125 million valuation. The company previously raised $5 million in a pre-seed round in May and has already secured a funded Pentagon contract to build mid-range interceptors. Co-founders Brody Franzen and Aris Simsarian bring backgrounds from Virgin Galactic, Castelion, and Virgin Orbit.
Anthropic announced an expanded version of its Claude for Startups program during SF Tech Week, offering eligible companies a free year of Claude Team with up to five premium seats and $1,000 in API credits. Participants also gain access to the Claude Marketplace for building plug-ins and can schedule virtual sessions with Anthropic's Applied AI team. Eligibility requires companies to have been founded within the last five years or funded within the last two years.
The NBA announced it will trial a Wilson-made smart basketball containing a Bluetooth sensor during select preseason exhibition games, collecting data intended for potential future use in officiating. Officials in some games will also wear wrist devices to communicate with the replay center for reviews, scoring changes and clock issues, after the wearables were piloted successfully during summer league.
A selection of ten companies are developing advanced solutions such as mobile flood barriers, solid-state batteries, and nuclear reactors to combat climate change. These firms exemplify key shifts in climate technology, including energy-intensive AI infrastructure. The list aims to highlight the most impactful players tackling urgent environmental issues.
Recent developments in education tech focus on enhancing personalized learning experiences for students preparing for standardized tests and assisting teachers in creating compliant curricula. These innovations aim to benefit college-bound students, educators, and early learners alike.
Several new consumer devices are expected to launch in 2026, featuring advancements like self-lacing shoes, augmented reality glasses for hearing, and simplified kitchen appliances. These innovations aim to address everyday problems with more seamless and user-friendly solutions.
Experts predict that by 2026, commerce will be transformed through the rise of shopping agents, drone deliveries for essential goods, and enhanced in-store intelligence systems. These innovations aim to streamline transactions and improve operational insights for retailers. The focus is on integrating AI and autonomous delivery to create more efficient and responsive shopping experiences.
The MIT Technology Review annually identifies leading climate technology companies, ranging from startups to large corporations, that are developing solutions to combat or adapt to climate change. The 2026 list emphasizes the urgent need for innovation to reduce emissions and mitigate climate impacts.
In Episode 11 of InfiLab, host Sowmya Chintakindi interviews Rimshah Jawad to discuss how individuals can develop technical expertise despite having unconventional career trajectories. The episode emphasizes resilience, adaptability, and leveraging diverse backgrounds in the tech industry.