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Tech & Startups

Lachy Groom backs Indian startup aiming to keep aircraft aloft for a year

TechCrunch · US

Founded by a 20-year-old, Alteon is developing autonomous aircraft that hopes to harvest wind energy to stay aloft for several months.

Geopolitics

Tupac Shakur murder trial: Duane 'Keffe D' Davis guilty

Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe

The jury reached a verdict in less than three hours in a case that had been unsolved for nearly 30 years. Davis was convicted of murder with the use of a deadl…

Tech & Startups

Apple shares ‘shocking evidence’ against former employee accused of stealing company data for OpenAI

TechCrunch · US

Apple says it has evidence that a former employee destroyed evidence of data theft after learning he was under investigation.

Geopolitics

Expedia Fights Off Claim for Damages by Cuban Exile Families

The New York Times – World · US

A jury in Florida found that in their suit against the travel booking company, the plaintiffs had failed to prove ownership over tourism properties in Cuba.

Geopolitics

Express in Nepal: How hydropower firm is planning search for 150 missing staff

Indian Express – World · India

- **Rescue efforts underway**: 10 people in Kathmandu coordinate search for 639 missing workers from 15 hydropower sites, including the Upper Trishuli-1 projec…

Entrepreneurship

Alexis Ohanian Says Martha Stewart Passes the 1 Trust Test Every Founder Should Know

Inc. · Global

The Reddit co-founder recently shared his thoughts on the future of the internet and consumer trust. To him, the famed businesswoman embodies one crucial rule.

Geopolitics

Nepal Flash Flood LIVE News Updates: Nepal stares at $5 billion bill to rebuild after floods, deaths cross 1,000

Indian Express – World · India

- Nepal requires $5 billion to rebuild flood-affected districts; death toll exceeds 1,000 (987 in Nepal, 16 in China). - Over 22,000 rescuers and 16 helicopt…

Tech & Startups

Polymarket reportedly raises $300 million from Donald Trump Jr.’s investment fund

TechCrunch · US

The firm, 1789 Capital, led the funding round that reportedly will total around $1 billion.

Entrepreneurship

A Nantucket Store Faced Backlash Over Its ‘No Influencers’ Sign. Now It’s Selling 600 Copies

Inc. · Global

Four Winds Craft Guild turned backlash into a new product line. Hundreds of handmade copies of its controversial “No Influencers” sign are now up for sale. Not…

General

Women and girls take virtual classes to get around severe restrictions on education in Afghanistan

NBC News – World · US

Five years into Taliban rule, Afghan women continue pushing back against severe restrictions placed on them, including bans on education. NBC News' Daniele Ham…

Geopolitics

World News Today Live Updates: Former British PM Keir Starmer to stand down as MP, says report

Indian Express – World · India

- **US strikes IRGC targets in Iran** after attacks on shipping and troops in Strait of Hormuz, per CENTCOM. - **Trump accuses Iran** of killing 100,000 prot…

Tech & Startups

a16z brings growth fund to $8.5B days after launching new $1.1B fund

TechCrunch · US

Andreessen Horowitz held out its hand and returned with billions more in new funds to invest in startups.

Entrepreneurship

Nashville Wants a Dolly Parton Airport. A Decades-Old Naming Rule Stands in the Way

Inc. · Global

City leaders and state officials are united over the name change. A petition to do just that has already garnered more than 170,000 signatures. However, one hu…

Entrepreneurship

15 Years Ago, Steve Jobs Bet on Tim Cook’s Competence. It Paid Off to the Tune of $4 Trillion

Inc. · Global

Tim Cook’s era at Apple is coming to a close. Here’s how his impact will be remembered—and what John Ternus needs to tackle first.

Geopolitics

US Supreme Court clears way for Trump to keep building White House ballroom

BBC News – World · Europe

But Chief Justice John Roberts dissents, writing that "construction is likely unlawful".

Geopolitics

Russian finance minister, invited by Trump, draws objections at G-20 meeting

The Washington Post – World · US

As Moscow pounds Ukraine, the appearance by Finance Minister Anton Siluanov was “quite troubling,” said one attendee. U.S. officials cited a need for “dialogue…

Tech & Startups

A group funded by Andreessen, Horowitz, and Brockman plans data center ads to sway midterms

TechCrunch · US

Build American AI plans to lobby voters in select states about the virtues of data centers by spending millions of dollars on ads.

Geopolitics

‘The Nest of Snakes’: Warring Cartels Target Women in Mexico

The New York Times – World · US

A two-year war between rival Sinaloa Cartel factions is driving a surge in killings and disappearances targeting women.

Geopolitics

Japan Inc is betting big on India as China risks deepen

BBC News – World · Europe

Japanese companies are doubling down on India amid a shrinking domestic market and rising risks in China.

Geopolitics

Orangutans in danger as wildfires blaze through Borneo

BBC News – World · Europe

Wildfires in Indonesia have destroyed part of the natural habitat of hundreds of orangutans, risking the survival of the species.

Tech & Startups

The Best Labor Day Mattress Deals on Beds We’ve Tried in Our Homes

Wired · Global

It’s one of the best times of the year to buy a mattress, and our top tested picks are on sale.

Geopolitics

US Supreme Court allows Trump ballroom project to proceed

Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe

The ruling was backed by five of the court's six conservative justices. US President Donald Trump praised the decision in a post on his Truth Social platform.

Entrepreneurship

Amazon Allegedly Bid Against Its Own Advertisers for 7 Years, Costing Them More Than $20 Billion

Inc. · Global

A federal complaint alleges Amazon inserted a “soft reserve” into seller ad auctions, raising prices while keeping advertisers in the dark.

Geopolitics

Amazon rigged $20bn worth of ad prices, US lawsuit alleges

BBC News – World · Europe

Amazon responded to the lawsuit, arguing the US Federal Trade Commission "misunderstands" their ad market.

Entrepreneurship

Researchers Studied 183,000 Adults for 11 Years. They Found 1 Social Media Threshold Was Linked to Depression

Inc. · Global

An 11-year analysis found the association with depression became more pronounced when one habit was present.

General

Thieves steal royal necklace from Vienna museum in smash-and-grab heist

NBC News – World · US

The robbers, who didn’t disguise their faces and were caught on camera, remain at large with the 673-diamond necklace once owned by an Egyptian queen, police s…

Entrepreneurship

This Amazon Driver Was Accused of Stealing a $4 Cake Pop. It’s Not His Reputation That’s Taking a Hit

Inc. · Global

After a driver mistook a cake pop for a complimentary snack, the bakery called him out publicly. Its strategy appeared to backfire.

Entrepreneurship

OpenAI’s New Ad Business Hit a $1 Billion Run Rate in 200 Days. Its Expansion Is Only Just Starting

Inc. · Global

OpenAI says its ChatGPT ad platform reached a $1 billion run rate in less than seven months.

Entrepreneurship

Coco Gauff Wanted 5 Spider-Man Comics at the US Open. Experts Say 1 Marketing Tactic Helped Fuel the Frenzy

Inc. · Global

Marvel’s release became a must-have item after five limited covers turned the promotion into a collector hunt.

Entrepreneurship

Gwyneth Paltrow Built Goop Kitchen as a Ghost Kitchen. Now It Has a 92-Seat Restaurant

Inc. · Global

Goop Kitchen built a loyal following through takeout and delivery. Now Gwyneth Paltrow’s food venture is experimenting with its first dine-in restaurant.

Geopolitics

‘We Are Shattered’: Survivors Recall Chaos as Ferry Sank Near Cyprus

The New York Times – World · US

The vessel capsized in rough seas, leaving its passengers struggling to escape. Eight were killed and 20 are still missing.

Geopolitics

Israel and Greece Reach $3.5 Billion Defense Deal

The New York Times – World · US

Despite the growing diplomatic isolation of the government, the agreement makes clear that the Israeli defense industry is still finding considerable demand ab…

Tech & Startups

FTC accuses Amazon of running a ‘secret ad surcharge scheme’ in new lawsuit

TechCrunch · US

Amazon is facing a new lawsuit from the FTC and 22 states for allegedly secretly charging businesses more for advertising.

Tech & Startups

The Pentagon now has its own version of ChatGPT and Grok

TechCrunch · US

Versions of OpenAI's ChatGPT and SpaceXAI's Grok will join Google's Gemini on the Pentagon's central portal for AI tools.

Entrepreneurship

The FTC Sued Hims & Hers Over Health Data. Now Its Board Faces a Probe Over Billing and Subscriptions

Inc. · Global

A prominent plaintiffs’ law firm is investigating whether Hims & Hers directors failed to stop improper health-data sharing and deceptive billing practices.

Geopolitics

Summit With Russia, India and Iran Shows Leverage Wars Have Given Xi of China

The New York Times – World · US

A two-day conference of the 10-nation Shanghai Cooperation Organization in Kyrgyzstan shows the limits of U.S. economic warfare.

Entrepreneurship

Your Best AI Builder May Be a CFO, Operations Leader, or Salesperson Who Knows the Broken Process

Inc. · Global

AI agents cannot automate a process a company cannot explain. Start with eight practical workflows that turn everyday friction into repeatable execution.

Entrepreneurship

How Peter Murphy Turned $1,800 Into a Multimillion-Dollar Company By Charging Customers Less

Inc. · Global

A potential partner laughed at Peter Murphy’s $20-a-month pricing. Nine years later, that affordability has become Pocket Prep’s moat.

Entrepreneurship

A Napa Winery Rebuilt After the Atlas Fire. Now It Faces Bankruptcy and $37 Million in Debt

Inc. · Global

The luxury Napa Valley winery spent six years rebuilding after the Atlas Fire and reopened with a state-of-the-art facility in 2024.

Tech & Startups

Asus ProArt 27 QD-OLED (PA279cdv) Review: HDR for All

Wired · Global

I wouldn’t call it cheap, but this monitor from Asus brings proper HDR-capable video editing to creators who couldn’t previously afford an OLED display.

Geopolitics

Poland launches sabotage probe in drone factory fire

Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe

According to the prosecution, the fire that occurred at a drone factory 150 kilometers south of Warsaw was deliberately set.

Entrepreneurship

A Daily Almond Habit Helped Adults Think Faster. It Also Lowered Blood Sugar and Weight

Inc. · Global

A six-month trial linked daily raw almonds with faster processing, stronger executive function, lower blood sugar, and greater weight loss. But there’s a catch…

Tech & Startups

Apply now to host a Side Event at TechCrunch Disrupt 2026

TechCrunch · US

Apply before September 4 to be a part of the TechCrunch Disrupt community by hosting your own Side Event.

Entrepreneurship

Peanuts Could Return to Schools and Airplanes. This Startup Removed 3 Allergy-Triggering Proteins

Inc. · Global

AgriNetica used CRISPR to remove three common allergy-triggering proteins. Nurtured Nuts first targets schools, hospitals, universities, and flights.

Geopolitics

A Principal Saved 900 Students Before His School Was Washed Away in Nepal

The New York Times – World · US

Rajendra Dawadi had less than 15 minutes to act on a warning of approaching floodwaters. His swift evacuation plan saved hundreds of lives.

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