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world6 hrs ago
Former Jackson Mayor Pleads Guilty to Bribery Conspiracy
The former mayor of Jackson, Mississippi, admitted to accepting $50,000 in bribes from undercover FBI agents posing as developers. A county prosecutor who funneled the payments pleaded guilty earlier.
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Techcrunchtechnology7 hrs ago
Vermilion Cliffs Ventures Closes $25 Million Fund II
@techcrunch reported that the firm founded in 2023 by solo GP Ashley Smith closed its second fund on July 8, 2026. The vehicle targets AI infrastructure, security, and developer tools with average checks of $500,000 to $1 million.
comicbook.comtechnology11 hrs ago
Remake of 2013 pirate game cuts tailing missions and corporate interludes
A new version of the 2013 pirate-themed game removes several original missions and story segments. Developers added new combat options and crew missions while keeping core sailing and treasure-hunting activities.
ai12 hrs ago
12-Year-Old in British Columbia Launches AI Receptionist Still Seeking First Paying Customer
Mana Jampala built and released Voxa in November 2025. The system answers calls, books appointments, and generates summaries for businesses without full-time staff. Business Insider reported on the product and its young developer's background.
TechCrunchai1 day ago
Anthropic Removes Hidden Claude Tracking Feature After Discovery
Anthropic removed a hidden tracking feature from its Claude AI model after a developer found it in the code. The company said the feature was used for internal monitoring and was not disclosed to users.
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TechCrunchai2 days ago
iOS 27 Developer Beta 3 Enables Siri Voice Pace and Expressivity Controls
Apple released the third developer beta of iOS 27 on July 6, 2026. The update activates previously unavailable sliders for adjusting Siri's speaking speed and emotional tone. Users can also select from voices with different accents.
Semaforworld2 days ago
DarGlobal Sales Hold in Saudi Arabia but Fall in Dubai and Doha Amid Iran War
DarGlobal CEO Ziad El Chaar said demand for luxury homes stayed strong in Saudi Arabia and Spain this year. The Iran war reduced purchases in Dubai and Doha, with some buyers seeking 30% discounts that the developer rejected.
The Guardiantechnology2 days ago
Scottish AI datacentre project shifts from on-site renewables to grid connection
An £8.2 billion AI datacentre complex in Lanarkshire announced in January will connect to the national grid rather than rely solely on on-site renewables. Internal documents show the government and developers privately noted power provision issues while publicly stating up to 1GW…
finance3 days ago
Nonprofit Developer Group Receives 2,469 stETH Grant
A nonprofit Ethereum development organization received 2,469 stETH worth about $4.34 million. The payment marks the fourth year of a five-year funding commitment that began in July 2024.
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washingtonpost.comworld5 days ago
Israeli Developer Costs Exceed U.S. Levels for First Time
A study by the Israel Growth Forum found that the cost of Israeli software developers has surpassed that of their U.S. counterparts. The comparison marks the first time the two labor markets have crossed in this way.
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politics5 days ago
Developer Receives Approval to Demolish Nazi-Era Bunker for Housing in Berlin
A Hamburg developer has obtained permits to build apartments and offices on a central Berlin site containing a bunker used by Nazi officials. The decision highlights competing priorities between historical preservation and housing needs.
sbs.com.auworld5 days ago
Monaco Issues Arrest Warrant for Suspect in Parcel Bomb Attack on Developer
Authorities issued an arrest warrant on Thursday for a suspect in the June 29 parcel bomb explosion in Monaco that wounded a sanctioned real estate developer, his partner and their son. An Interpol red notice is also being issued. The case is being treated as attempted murder.
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globalnews.cafinance6 days ago
U.S. Leads Global Small Modular Reactor Development With 28 Siting Announcements
The United States has 28 small modular reactor siting announcements as of 2026, exceeding the combined total of the next four countries. National laboratories account for seven of the announcements, while utilities, universities, and developers each account for five.
enr.combusiness6 days ago
U.S. battery storage installations hit record 3.3 GW in first quarter of 2026
Demand for batteries has risen sharply as data center developers seek storage to handle power surges from AI systems. U.S. installations hit new highs across utility, commercial and residential sectors.
The Sydney Morning Heraldworld6 days ago
Two property developers file court claims against accounting firm over trust tax issues
Two Western Australian property developers filed multiple writs in the WA Supreme Court on June 26 alleging accounting firm HLB Mann Judd mismanaged family trusts and gave incorrect tax advice. The claims seek compensation for tax penalties and related costs.
arstechnica.comai6 days ago
Chinese AI model DeepSeek-R1 matches U.S. rivals on benchmark tests at lower cost
A new Chinese AI model has reached performance levels comparable to leading U.S. systems while charging significantly lower prices. The development is drawing attention from developers and researchers in the United States.
The Vergetechnology7 days ago
Krafton Settles Dispute with Subnautica 2 Developer Unknown Worlds
Krafton reached a settlement with Unknown Worlds Entertainment after a year-long legal fight. The agreement includes staff bonuses and the departure of reinstated CEO Ted Gill.
sbs.com.aupolitics7 days ago
Parcel Bomb Attack Injures Ukrainian Businessman and Two Others in Monaco
A suspected parcel bomb exploded outside an apartment building in Monaco on Monday evening, injuring a Ukrainian real estate developer and two companions. Police continue to search for the suspect while investigators examine possible motives.
forbes.comscience7 days ago
Eli Lilly Leads $100 Million Round in AI Drug Developer Absci
Eli Lilly participated in a $100 million stock offering for Absci, an AI-focused drug company. The investment targets development of an injectable antibody for hair loss and endometriosis.
thenextweb.comworld7 days ago
South Korean regulator says Google abused position in Android app store
South Korea's trade watchdog stated that Google abused its position in the Android app store. The regulator said the company restricted competition through certain developer programs. No specific penalties have been announced.
sbs.com.aupolitics7 days ago
ICAC Opens Inquiry Into Developer Donations And Liberal Party Figures
The corruption watchdog will examine alleged links between a fugitive property developer, prohibited political donations, and several Liberal Party figures. The eight-week public inquiry is scheduled to begin at the end of the month.
wccftech.comtechnology8 days ago
Rockstar Games Workers Request Voluntary Union Recognition After Pay Increases
Staff at the Grand Theft Auto VI developer submitted a request for the IWGB Game Workers Union to be recognized. The action follows last year's dismissal of more than 30 employees.
rigzone.combusiness8 days ago
Thailand’s PTT in early talks with U.S. and other LNG developers for long-term supply
Thailand’s state-owned PTT is in early-stage discussions with developers of American LNG facilities to secure long-term supply. The talks follow disruptions to Middle East shipments caused by the Iran war and closure of the Strait of Hormuz.
coindesk.comfinance8 days ago
Nasdaq to Publish TotalView Equity Data via Pyth Network
Nasdaq will distribute its TotalView equity market data feed via the Pyth Network. The move gives blockchain developers and on-chain applications their first access to full depth-of-book information. @CoinDesk reported the arrangement.
en.antaranews.comtechnology8 days ago
X Unveils Hosted MCP Server for AI API Access
X launched a hosted Model Context Protocol server on Monday that allows AI tools to connect to its API using user account permissions. The change simplifies integration previously handled by developers. TechCrunch reported the details.
TechCrunchtechnology8 days ago
OKX to Open AI Marketplace for Agents to Developers on Tuesday
OKX will launch a marketplace Tuesday allowing AI agents to hire one another, settle payments, and build on-chain reputations. The platform opens after a closed beta with 50 providers and draws on the exchange's prior wallet and stablecoin tools.
The Vergetechnology12 days ago
Samsung to Introduce Paid Tiers for SmartThings API Access Starting October 2026
Samsung will begin charging for access to its SmartThings API starting October 2026, including a $4.99 monthly plan for non-commercial individual developers. The Verge reported that some advanced users and third-party tools may also face charges under the new structure.
Semaforai12 days ago
US Data Centers Add Power Generation as China Moves AI Facilities West Under Green-Energy Rules
Data centers in the United States are increasing electricity demand faster than the power network can accommodate. Developers are building their own generation and storage assets while China directs new facilities westward under an 80 percent green-energy rule.
The Guardianfinance13 days ago
Crown estate reports £1.2bn profit for third straight year
The property manager posted £1.2 billion in earnings for the most recent financial year, nearly triple the total from three years earlier. Two-thirds of the profit came from offshore wind developers paying fees to secure seabed leases.
forbes.comworld13 days ago
Real-Estate Developer and Ex-Mayoral Aide Arrested on Federal Fraud and Money-Laundering Charges
Yan Po Zhu and Frank Carone face federal fraud and money laundering charges tied to a $120,000 payment for a migrant housing contract. Three others were also arrested. nypost.com reported details from court documents and a raid on Zhu's property.
techjuice.pktechnology14 days ago
Google to Replace 30 Percent Play Store Fee With Lower Decoupled Rates
Google announced it will end its flat 30 percent billing fee for the Play Store and introduce lower rates that vary by developer earnings and payment method. The changes begin rolling out in September in some regions and reach worldwide after September 2027.
realclearmarkets.compolitics14 days ago
California Officials Plan Lawsuit Over Federal Offshore Wind Lease Cancellation
State officials announced intent to sue after federal authorities canceled an offshore wind lease and arranged a $120 million reimbursement to developers. The move follows a shift in federal energy policy priorities.
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thehindu.comworld15 days ago
U.S. Army to Open Two Domestic Ranges for Drone and Counter-Drone Training
The sites will enable joint drone and counter-drone operations in electronic warfare settings. Army Secretary Dan Driscoll said soldiers will train alongside developers at the locations.
9to5mac.comfinance15 days ago
Apple Releases Second iOS 27 Developer Beta
The second developer beta of iOS 27 is now available for compatible iPhones. The software is scheduled for general release in September. Users are advised to consider device stability before installing.
CoinDeskbusiness16 days ago
MoneyGram Joins Solana as Validator to Process Transactions
MoneyGram became a validator on the Solana blockchain on June 22, 2026, operating a node that processes transactions and secures the network. The remittances firm also joined the Solana Developer Platform after launching its MGUSD stablecoin on Stellar earlier in the month.
Statscience16 days agoUpdated
AbbVie to Acquire Apogee Therapeutics for $10.9 Billion
AbbVie will pay $10.9 billion in cash to buy Apogee Therapeutics, a Waltham-based developer of immunology drugs. The deal values Apogee shares at $135.11 each, a roughly 50 percent premium to the prior close.
cnbc.comfinance16 days ago
Pennsylvania sets new data center standards while cutting permit times
State officials introduced rules requiring data center developers to cover energy costs and meet transparency standards. Permit processing times fell 72 percent over the past year after a review of 2,400 licenses.
science16 days ago
AbbVie to Acquire Apogee Therapeutics for $10.9 Billion in Cash
@statnews reported that AbbVie will buy Apogee Therapeutics, an immunology drug developer, for $10.9 billion. The deal values Apogee shares at $135.11, a 50 percent premium to the prior close. Apogee's lead candidate targets IL-13 for atopic dermatitis and asthma.
ai17 days ago
Chinese AI Model GLM-5.2 Draws Silicon Valley Attention for Coding Tasks
z.AI released GLM-5.2 last week, an open-source model with a 1 million token context window. Industry figures posted reactions on X highlighting its performance on long coding tasks. The release follows earlier open-source models from Chinese developers.
bgr.comtechnology17 days ago
iOS 27 Adds AI Features for Bill Splitting, Password Updates, and Calendar Events
Apple is embedding several AI functions across iOS 27 apps rather than limiting them to Siri. The features, already in the developer beta, will reach the public beta before a general release later this fall.
Japan Timesai18 days ago
Japan Releases Draft Revision of AI Basic Plan
The government issued a draft update to its Artificial Intelligence Basic Plan on Friday. The revision calls for expanded cooperation with foreign agencies and developers to address AI-related risks.
TechCrunchtechnology20 days ago
Spring 2026 Y Combinator Cohort Unveiled at Demo Day
At least two startups in the batch raised at valuations of $175 million or higher. Investors highlighted defense, AI infrastructure and developer tools among the standouts.
The Vergetechnology21 days ago
Epic Games Plans Fortnite Skin Interoperability in Unreal Engine 6
Epic will let developers use Fortnite skins in other games and create compatible skins under Unreal Engine 6. The company targets early access for the engine by the end of 2027.
Los Angeles Timesai21 days ago
Apple Shares Fall After AI Updates at Developers Conference
Apple investors reacted to presentations at the company's annual Worldwide Developers Conference last week. The overhauled Siri assistant will launch this fall as a beta version and initial AI features will exclude the European Union and China.
techcentral.co.zaworld21 days ago
Botswana to Begin Construction on First Large-Scale Solar Plant
Developers have secured $100 million in financing for Botswana's first large-scale solar plant. The project follows investor interest in meeting rising electricity demand.
nypost.comworld21 days ago
Data Center Developers Seek Land and Power in Rural Texas and Midwest
Developers are acquiring land, power, water, and transmission access in rural areas of Texas and other Southern and Midwestern states to build large data center campuses for AI training and operation.
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cointelegraph.comfinance22 days ago
Ethereum Developers Enter Final Phase of Glamsterdam Upgrade
Developers have started the final stage of work on Glamsterdam, the largest Ethereum fork since the Merge, with devnets already running planned upgrades.
wral.combusiness22 days ago
Natelli Investments withdraws Wake County data-center plans after zoning changes and local opposition
The developer cited zoning changes after protests over water use and utility costs. National data show 75 projects worth $130 billion delayed or cancelled in the first quarter of 2026.
abcnews.go.comfinance24 days ago
Hawaii Bill to Allow Digital Signs at New Stadium Expires Without Action
The measure, backed by stadium developers and Democratic legislators, would have permitted electronic signs in the Aloha Stadium Entertainment District. It failed when the legislative session ended in May 2026.
urbanmilwaukee.comai24 days ago
Bipartisan bill proposes federal AI rules and three-year state preemption
A discussion draft introduced by two members of Congress would establish federal standards for large AI developers and block new state AI regulations for three years. The measure also creates reporting and audit requirements for frontier model companies.
Engadgettechnology25 days ago
Creepshow Video Game Set for August 2026 PC Release
The point-and-click adventure based on the horror anthology series will launch on Steam in August 2026. Developer PHL Collective and publisher DreadXP revealed the date after a multi-year silence.
tass.compolitics25 days ago
U.S. Nuclear Projects Advance as Fuel Supply Chain Faces Shortfalls
Nuclear developers have started construction and restarted plants to meet rising electricity demand. The domestic supply chain for uranium mining, conversion, and enrichment remains limited ahead of a 2028 import restriction.
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news.artnet.comworld25 days ago
Cape Town Draws Investor Interest as Economic Rival to Johannesburg
Cape Town is attracting new investment and challenging Johannesburg's position as South Africa's main economic center. Local officials report rising interest from businesses and property developers.
Engadgettechnology26 days ago
Apple Focuses on Efficiency and Privacy in Latest Software Updates
Apple presented new operating systems at its annual developer conference that prioritize speed, efficiency, and privacy features. The updates aim to extend support for older hardware rather than introduce many new capabilities.
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Digital Asset Closes $355 Million Round at $2 Billion Valuation
The Canton Network developer exceeded its $300 million target with backing from a16z crypto and seven global financial institutions. The round closed June 11, 2026.
Semaforworld27 days ago
Majid Al Futtaim Tells Some Dubai Buyers It Is Invoking Force Majeure but Says Delivery Schedules Unchanged
The Dubai developer cited war-related supply disruptions for notifying select buyers. Construction continues on schedule, the company said.
TechCrunchtechnology28 days ago
Decart Launches Oasis 3 Real-Time World Model for Driving Simulation via API
The AI startup released its latest model Wednesday, offering API access priced at $0.02 per second and targeting autonomous vehicle developers first.
thenarwhal.cabusiness28 days ago
Two First Nations withdraw legal challenges to Ksi Lisims LNG project
The Metlakatla First Nation and Lax Kw'alaams Band have withdrawn federal court challenges after signing benefit agreements with the project's developer. The $10-billion facility on Pearse Island still faces other legal and political hurdles.
citizen.co.zaai29 days ago
Apple Unveils AI Overhaul for Siri at Annual Developer Event
The company introduced a rebuilt Siri powered by an external model and moved the assistant to a standalone app. Shares fell more than 3 percent the next trading day after the presentation.
technology29 days ago
Apple Adds One-Tap Password Update to Passwords App
Apple announced a new feature that lets users change weak or compromised passwords with a single tap inside its Passwords app. The update works with Safari and Apple Intelligence and will be part of software updates unveiled at the company's Worldwide Developers Conference.