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Dutch battery startup LeydenJar’s silicon anode tech could pose a challenge to China

LeydenJar raised €13 million along with €10 million from a U.S. consumer electronics company to scale production of its silicon anode material.

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RSS co-creator launches new protocol for AI data licensing

A new system called Real Simple Licensing would allow AI companies to license training data at a massive scale — if they’re willing to pay for it.

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Jaguar Land Rover says data stolen in disruptive cyberattack

The cyberattack at Jaguar Land Rover, which began on September 2, has ground vehicle assembly lines to a standstill.

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Ex-Google X trio wants their AI to be your second brain — and they just raised $6M to make it happen

TwinMind, available on Android and iOS, passively captures background audio to gain context and deliver on-the-go summaries.

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Uber will add Blade’s helicopters to its platform as early as 2026

The move comes just one month after Uber partner Joby acquired Blade’s passenger business.

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Tinder evolves some features into dating ‘modes’

The app is getting two new modes, Double Date and College Mode — essentially extensions of existing features — alongside a “For You” mode on the home screen that presents the classic Tinder experience. The company said it will add … Continue reading

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Google’s former security leads raise $13M to fight email threats before they reach you

The startup is using real-time AI agents that inspect, analyze, and neutralize email threats.

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Robinhood embraces copy trading after warning competitors about regulatory risks

Roughly nine months after suggesting that a young copy trading platform could only operate because it flew “under the radar” of regulators, Robinhood has announced its own entry into the space with “Robinhood Social,” a new feature that will allow … Continue reading

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Sources: AI training startup Mercor eyes $10B+ valuation on $450 million run rate

The two-year-old startup has been in discussions with investors for a Series C round.

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Help, I have been charmed by the iPhone Air

Apple’s sleek iPhone Air has a powerful processor and large display, but its battery life and camera might be a problem.

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