May 20, 2026Twila Rosenbaum
Apple has acquired secretive Israeli startup Q.ai, which specializes in technology that can read facial expressions through micro-movements. The deal, estimated at nearly $2 billion, is one of Apple's largest acquisitions. The technology is expected to be integrated into future wearable devices like headphones and smart glasses, allowing users to silently communicate with AI assistants. This acquisition underscores Apple's commitment to advancing wearable AI technology.
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May 20, 2026Twila Rosenbaum
Amazon, Microsoft, and Nvidia are in advanced negotiations to invest up to $60 billion in OpenAI, valuing the AI startup at around $830 billion. Amazon's potential $50 billion investment would be its first in OpenAI, while Nvidia and Microsoft also plan contributions. The funding round could reach $100 billion with SoftBank adding $30 billion. This would rank among the largest private tech investments in history.
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May 20, 2026Twila Rosenbaum
Humans&, an AI startup founded by ex-OpenAI, Anthropic, and xAI researchers, has raised $480 million at a $4.48 billion valuation despite having only about 20 employees and no released product. The funding round included major investors like Nvidia, Jeff Bezos, SV Angel, and Google Ventures. The company is focusing on human-centric AI, aiming to build systems that collaborate with humans rather than replace them. Co-founder Georges Harik, a former Google employee who worked on Gmail and Android, led the funding round.
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May 20, 2026Twila Rosenbaum
NetMedia International has revised its privacy and cookie policies to align with GDPR. The update details how user data is collected, processed, stored, and shared, along with new rights for users. The company emphasizes transparency and security.
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May 19, 2026Twila Rosenbaum
Oprah Winfrey has joined the growing list of Hollywood elites distancing themselves from Prince Harry and Meghan Markle. According to insiders, Oprah has been 'long-arming' the Sussexes for some time, wary of reputational damage. The couple remains unaware of the fallout, believing it's not their fault.
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May 19, 2026Twila Rosenbaum
Jannik Sinner is projected as the No. 1 seed at the French Open for the first time, following Carlos Alcaraz's unexpected withdrawal. Novak Djokovic's path becomes easier as the draw opens up, adding a new layer of intrigue to the Grand Slam. This article examines the implications for the top contenders and the evolving rivalry between tennis' new generation and established legends.
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May 19, 2026Twila Rosenbaum
Hailey Bieber addressed the rumor that she manages husband Justin Bieber's career, calling it ridiculous. She also revealed why she won't do a duet with him and shared her desire to have more children with Justin. The couple recently celebrated their son Jack's first birthday.
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May 19, 2026Twila Rosenbaum
Tezos has launched a testnet prototype called TzEL that employs post-quantum cryptography and zk-STARK proofs to enable private payments resistant to future quantum computing threats. The system addresses 'harvest now, decrypt later' risks by shielding transaction data with 300KB proofs. This marks a significant step in the industry's race to implement quantum-safe solutions.
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May 19, 2026Twila Rosenbaum
Kraken announced it is deprecating LayerZero and adopting Chainlink CCIP for its wrapped Bitcoin token. The move follows a $292 million exploit on LayerZero in April that has triggered a wave of protocol migrations. Several other major protocols, including Kelp DAO and Solv Protocol, have also switched to CCIP.
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