Aug 17, 2026Twila Rosenbaum Apple has submitted its proposed commission rates for purchases made outside the App Store in the ongoing Epic Games antitrust case. The plan calls for 15% for standard apps, 10% for partner programs and subscription renewals, and 5% for Small Business Program apps. This filing comes after the Supreme Court denied Apple's request to pause lower-court proceedings. Epic has responded, arguing that Apple's own admissions suggest a 0% rate would be appropriate for web linkouts. View more
Aug 17, 2026Twila Rosenbaum Apple's September event is expected to introduce Apple Watch Ultra 4 and Apple Watch Series 12 alongside new iPhones. Reports point to a faster chip, upgraded sensors, and possible design changes. Here's what to expect from the next generation of Apple Watch. View more
Aug 16, 2026Twila Rosenbaum Kendall Jenner was spotted in Los Angeles wearing a pair of The Row Liisa Pumps, black wedge heels with a curved silhouette and elongated toe. The model's minimal outfit proves that these retro-inspired shoes are the perfect statement piece. With fashion houses like Louis Vuitton and Loro Piana embracing the trend, wedge heel pumps are poised to dominate fall 2026. View more
Aug 16, 2026Twila Rosenbaum La marque américaine Alo Yoga choisit Bella Hadid pour sa campagne pre-fall 2026, un choix salué par les militants propalestiniens mais dénoncé par des organisations pro-israéliennes. La mannequin, connue pour ses positions politiques, partage l'affiche avec Gal Gadot. La marque est déjà au cœur d'une polémique en Israël. View more
Aug 16, 2026Twila Rosenbaum Anthropic says it will watermark text generated by its AI models, including Claude, to comply with European regulations. The EU AI Act's transparency code requires AI-generated content to be identifiable by other systems. Watermarking will apply to all new models and be embedded at the model level. View more
Aug 16, 2026Twila Rosenbaum Zuckerberg’s latest manifesto describes a bright future of personal superintelligence, but it repeatedly ignores how AI is actually being used. From automated homework to legal spam and surge-priced compute, the essay highlights the industry’s struggles with public trust. The result is a reminder that even well-meaning AI promises can sound out of touch. View more
Aug 16, 2026Twila Rosenbaum Blacksmith, an AI code-testing startup, has raised $45 million in a Series B round led by Peak XV Partners, valuing the company at $550 million. The valuation marks a nearly tenfold increase from its previous $60 million valuation less than a year ago. The company now serves over 5,000 customers, including Mercury, Supabase, and Expensify. Blacksmith plans to expand into a broader suite of coding tools to help developers write, validate, and merge software faster. View more
Aug 15, 2026Twila Rosenbaum A 2026 virtual panel discussion explores how cities can move toward a strategic, risk-based approach to infrastructure resilience using data, AI and building innovation. The article also highlights city case studies from Sunderland, Glasgow and Dublin, plus insights on smart lighting, energy systems and AI in transport. Discover the key themes and expert perspectives shaping smarter urban management and sustainable growth. View more
Aug 15, 2026Twila Rosenbaum Installé à Mons depuis dix-huit ans, Les Gribaumonts incarne une certaine idée de la gastronomie. La cuisine instinctive et végétale de Lisa Calcus dialogue avec la passion du vin de Nicolas Campus. Une maison chaleureuse qui fidélise plusieurs générations de gourmands. View more
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