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Anthropic Leads 2026 IPO Bets as AI Listing Hopes Narrow
Anthropic is the only company among 23 still-open Kalshi IPO markets with better-than-even odds of announcing a public offering in 2026. The shift comes as OpenAI rules out a debut this year and Anthropic reports $16.8 billion in third-quarter revenue, with slower quarter-over-quarter growth than in previous periods.
GM Brings Apple Wallet Car Keys to Cadillac, Chevrolet and GMC’s Supported Vehicles
General Motors is adding Apple Wallet car key support to vehicles from Cadillac, Chevrolet and GMC. The rollout began in late September, will expand through October and is set to reach more vehicles in December. GM says customers will receive an alert in their vehicle’s app when their model gains the feature.
Constrained iPhone Duo Availability Pushes Orders to January
iPhone Duo delivery estimates began slipping within minutes of pre-orders opening, with some early customers told to expect shipments in January. The delay frustrates buyers, while 9to5Mac argues it may also signal strong interest in Apple’s first foldable iPhone. The report says manufacturing complexity, particularly around the hinge, could also be limiting supply.
Tech Probe Finds Teens Could Download 135 Nudify Apps on Apple, Google
A Tech Transparency Project investigation found that researchers using accounts marked as belonging to 13-year-olds could download 135 apps with nudification features. The report says many apps were incorrectly rated for minors, while a face-swapping app allowed a subscription purchase without alerting a linked parental account.
Most Affordable Gaming Console: Switch 1 Costs $230
The Nintendo Switch 1 is the lowest-priced new console cited in BGR’s comparison, at $230 in 2026. But the purchase price does not tell the full story: subscriptions, games and storage upgrades can add to the cost, while Xbox and PlayStation libraries may offset spending for some players.
China’s Growth Rebounds as AI-Driven Exports Offset Weak Home Demand
China’s export engine is helping keep growth on target even as consumers at home remain cautious. The world’s second-largest economy expanded 4.5% in the third
AI Scams Are Getting Harder to Spot. Here’s What to Watch For
A polished shopping site can look convincingly local, right down to Union Jack flags in its photos. But National Trading Standards warns that criminals are
Microsoft pulls data center deal as UK power delays loom
Microsoft has withdrawn from a planned data center deal with Nscale in Loughton, Essex, according to a Telegraph report cited by Bloomberg. The site has faced delays, and authorities do not expect power to reach it until the 2030s. Nscale says it remains committed to the project and is exploring alternative power sources as it pursues an IPO.
Microsoft Exits Nscale’s Loughton AI Data Centre Project
Microsoft has withdrawn from Nscale’s planned AI datacentre in Loughton, Essex, where it was expected to be the anchor tenant. The project has faced electricity supply delays, and Nscale says it is exploring alternative power sources while remaining committed to the site. The company says its relationship with Microsoft remains strong and long-term.
World Bank Urges Developing Countries to Build Small AI Models
The World Bank is urging developing countries to build small AI models that work on mobile phones, with limited connectivity and in local languages. Chief knowledge officer Paschal Donohoe says the technology could help meet needs such as soil analysis for Indian farmers. IMF chief Kristalina Georgieva also warned that AI could reshape jobs worldwide.
Tesla Roadster owners get autonomous stunts, Musk says
Elon Musk says owners of the new Tesla Roadster will be able to ask the car to perform unveiling stunts autonomously. He also promised a looping track at Tesla’s Texas headquarters, but gave no opening date or details about the feature. Tesla says the car is not approved for public roads, and production is planned for 2027 or 2028.
Mercedes-AMG GT SUV Targets 1,153 HP, 710 kW Charging in 2027
Mercedes-AMG has unveiled the all-electric GT SUV, led by a version rated at up to 1,153 hp and DC fast charging of up to 710 kW. The automaker says the first units will reach US dealerships in summer 2027. Charging near the vehicle’s peak rate may be difficult for US buyers, where many fast chargers cited by Electrek are rated at 400 kW.
Starless Cloud-9 Could Reveal Why Some Galaxies Never Form Stars
A cloud with no stars may hold clues to why some galaxies never get started. Astronomers using the NASA/ESA Hubble Space Telescope have identified Cloud-9,
Intel Says Razor Lake-AX Will Deliver 700 TOPS of AI Compute in 2028
Intel’s Razor Lake-AX system-on-chip is slated to arrive in 2028 with up to 700 trillion operations per second of AI computing capacity, an executive said
Modern Warfare 4 Leads Call of Duty Steam Ratings in a Decade
Modern Warfare 4 has an 81.15% positive Steam rating from 900 user reviews, according to Insider Gaming. The early score puts the game ahead of other Call of Duty titles on Steam over the past decade, but it reflects a small group of campaign early-access players and may shift as more reviews arrive.
Amazon debuts two Bee AI devices that turn conversations into notes and reminders
For people who struggle to remember details from a conversation, Amazon is pitching a wearable that takes notes without a phone in hand. The company
Nvidia Says RTX 5090 Will Keep Shipping, but $1,999 Prices Are Hard to Find
Nvidia says it has not discontinued its flagship GeForce RTX 5090, but buyers may struggle to find one near its $1,999 suggested retail price. The
Galaxy S27+ could lose UWB tracking support
A leak based on China’s MIIT certification listings suggests Samsung’s Galaxy S27+ may lack ultra-wideband connectivity, while the S27 Pro and S27 Ultra are listed with it. That could affect how precisely the phone locates compatible accessories such as Galaxy SmartTag 3. The documents may be preliminary, and support for Bluetooth 6.0 could provide an alternative.
YouTube Keeps AI Music Monetization Open as Rivals Restrict It
YouTube will continue to allow AI-assisted music to earn revenue while introducing labels that tell listeners how artificial intelligence was used. The approach sets the platform apart from some streaming services that are restricting AI-generated tracks. Labels will appear on YouTube and YouTube Music, but the company has not detailed eligibility rules or how widely the labeling system will apply.
Apple TV 4K Adds A19 Chip and On-Device Siri Microphone at $299
The fourth-generation Apple TV 4K brings the A19 chip, an on-device Siri microphone and a remote-finding feature. But the price rises to $299, aiming the device at users who want gaming and smart-home features rather than just streaming, and it is due out in November with no hands-on testing yet.
Verizon’s iPhone Handoff Costs $10 a Month, Double T-Mobile’s Fee
Verizon will charge customers $10 a month for iPhone Handoff, which lets one phone number move between two compatible iPhones. The fee is twice T-Mobile’s price, while support for the feature is expected before the end of the year. Customers will need compatible iPhones running iOS 27 to use it.
You Haven’t Pre-Ordered iPhone Duo? Wait Until January
Apple’s iPhone Duo began pre-orders with sharply limited online availability, and delivery estimates in several markets moved to January 22 within hours. The original shipping plan starts October 23, but some buyers may still find stock at physical Apple stores or third-party retailers. Analyst Jeff Pu has forecast production of 6 million units this year, below the initial target.
Apple iPhone Duo Preorders Sell Out in Minutes, Delays Reach January
Apple’s first foldable iPhone sold out within minutes of preorders opening Friday, pushing estimated deliveries from Oct. 23 to late January. The $1,999 iPhone Duo has a foldable inner display and features designed for multitasking, but its early demand arrives as foldable phones remain a small part of the wider smartphone market.
Alphabet Launches Gemini 4 Argon Globally for Enterprise Workloads
Alphabet has launched Gemini 4 Argon globally, targeting coding, scientific research and accounting tasks. Google says the model reaches leading accuracy on benchmarks in several scientific domains and finance automation. The rollout puts a focus on whether enterprise use can turn Alphabet’s investments in AI infrastructure into sustained demand for Gemini and Google Cloud.