Theker just raised $85M to build the factory robot that doesn’t specialize in anything
Unlike humanoid robots designed around a fixed form — think Boston Dynamics — Theker’s machines are built to be reconfigured.
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Jeff Bezos’s Prometheus raises $12B to build an ‘artificial general engineer’ for the physical world
The new round values the physical AI startup that aims to automate heavy engineering and drug design at $41 billion.
Amazon’s Echo Hub gets a customizable new look and Ring’s AI features
Amazon’s rolling out a free software update for Echo Hub devices that gives the home screen a much-needed update to the interface it launched with in 2024. It had already added Alex Plus AI support, but the new interface has a cleaner, fully customizable layout that fits more smart home info and controls on the […]
SpaceX officially prices shares at $135 in the largest IPO ever
Wits its official share pricing announcement, SpaceX’s IPO has begun.
Oracle warns of security bug that hackers abused to breach 100+ companies
The tech giant warned of a security flaw that a cybercrime gang said it’s exploiting as part of a mass-hacking campaign. Google said it notified more than 100 organizations that had potentially vulnerable servers.
Logitech’s awesome MX Master 3S mouse drops to under $100
The platform-agnostic Logitech MX Master 3S wireless mouse is discounted to $89.99 at Amazon ($30 off), matching the best price we’ve seen so far this year. While it may look like a somewhat ordinary mouse, it has a unique second scroll wheel near the left thumb that’s surprisingly useful for horizontal scrolling in spreadsheets. You […]
SpaceX SPV investors won’t know their true holdings until post-IPO lock-ups lift
After SpaceX makes its public debut, lower-tier SPV investors face hidden fees, lengthy payout delays, and the risk of outright fraud.
Bluesky launches group chats, as company shifts focus to community features
Bluesky’s latest feature is group chats, arriving amid a shift in focus on building features for smaller communities.
Blink’s six-piece outdoor camera kit is a great deal under $200
You can save on a big set of outdoor security cameras ahead of Prime Day. Amazon has a five-pack of Blink cameras with a video doorbell included that’s marked down to $166.99. The bundle includes a Blink Battery Doorbell 2K+, five Blink Outdoor 2K+ cameras, and a Blink Sync Module Core. The doorbell is typically […]
Roborock’s Q10 S5 Plus robovac is over half off, matching its best price to date
Even at full price, the Roborock Q10 S5 Plus offers impressive value, boasting features typically reserved for pricier robovac models at a fraction of the price. That’s especially true today. It’s down to just $269.99 ($280 off) at Wellbots when you apply promo code NEW10, which matches its all-time low and is the best price […]