Meta’s new AI gadget may look like a Tamagotchi, but its dangling form factor taps into a much broader Gen Z trend around bag charms, retro tech, and turning gadgets into fashion accessories.

CNN and MS NOW said their correspondents have been allowed back onto the White House grounds after they were denied access. A federal court ordered President Trump to reverse his ban on the three news outlets.

The policymaker said she and her colleagues may need to raise interest rates further to bring inflation back to target.

Databricks has brought cloud spreadsheet startup Row Zero, adding yet another acquisition to its 2026 shopping spree.

The AI-powered feature builds a virtual wardrobe from your photos, and is now broadly available after first rolling out to Android users in June.

TechCrunch Founder Summit is a full-day gathering in Boston on November 4 where founders across all stages connect with top VCs and experienced entrepreneurs to gain tactical insights on building and scaling their companies.

ElevenLabs powers the AI voice on the other end of a lot of customer service calls, and its CEO told me this week that businesses should probably tell you that — at least until getting a machine is what everyone expects anyway.

NASCAR Hall of Famer Darrell Waltrip, 79, has been diagnosed with frontotemporal degeneration and possible chronic traumatic encephalopathy.

Meet the next wave of VCs judging the Startup Battlefield 200 contenders on the main stage at TechCrunch Disrupt 2026. Register by September 25 at 11:59 p.m. PT, to save up to $200 and to get a front-row seat to one of the most intense startup pitch competitions.

Google says the AI-calling feature will first be available to Pixel 11 owners in the U.S. who pay for a Gemini subscription.

The startup’s runtime enforcement platform evaluates AI agents in real time to provide visibility and control over their actions. The post Kontext Security Emerges With $4 Million for AI Agent Runtime Controls appeared first on SecurityWeek.

Spotify has brought its music, podcast and audiobook services to Meta’s Muse personal AI agent through a new integration. After connecting their accounts, users can search for content, control playback, manage their Library and create playlists using conversational commands. Muse can also generate Personal Podcasts from users’ notes and briefings. The integration ...

Nikon has launched the Z5IIC full-frame mirrorless camera in India. The new model supports video recording in 4K UHD at up to 60 fps and Full HD at up to 120 fps. The camera can also be used for live streaming by connecting it to a PC via a USB cable. It has a REC lamp that clearly shows when recording is in progress. It supports Nikon’s proprietary N-Log. It featur...

Leaders from Waabi, Shield AI, and General Motors join the Real World AI Stage at TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 to talk building AI. Save up to $200 by September 25 at 11:59 p.m. PT. Get a second pass at 50% off.

Lovable co-founder Fabian Hedin said that apps created on the platform are getting nearly a billion monthly views each month.

Australia disclosed that an OpenAI agent gained unauthorized access to non-public government information. The post OpenAI Agents Probed Websites for Vulnerabilities While Fetching Public Data appeared first on SecurityWeek.

Ando has raised $20 million in pre-seed and seed funding from investors including Accel, Index Ventures, and Emergence.

Zach Yadegari joins the Builders Stage at TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 to share how he capitalized on viral growth. Save up to $200 before September 25. Save 50% on a second pass.

Chinese confirmation of the AI discussions came just hours before President Xi Jinping was scheduled to begin talks with U.S. President Donald Trump.

Reason 4 of 5 to attend TechCrunch Disrupt 2026: Practical answers. Two days left to save up to $200 on your pass. Savings disappear after September 25 at 11:59 p.m. PT. Bring a second guest at 50% off.

Microsoft has expanded its Surface lineup with two new Windows PCs and a wireless mouse. The Surface Pro 12-inch and Surface Laptop 13-inch use Qualcomm’s Snapdragon X2 Plus platform, with up to 24GB RAM and 512GB storage. The Pro supports a detachable keyboard and Slim Pen, while the Laptop includes a full-size backlit keyboard and precision touchpad. Both offer Wi...

Samsung has introduced fingerprint-based authentication for UPI payments through Samsung Wallet in India. Galaxy users can authorise eligible transactions worth up to Rs. 10,000 without entering their UPI PIN. The company says the on-device authentication can help users avoid exposing their PIN while making payments in public and may reduce failures caused by incorrec...

Tokenised real-world asset deposits rose from $2.3 billion to $7.4 billion between Q2 2025 and Q2 2026, even as overall DeFi deposits declined by about 15 percent, according to CoinShares and Token Terminal. Tokenised Treasuries, multi-strategy products and private-credit assets were among the main sources of RWA collateral. RWA spot trading also increased during the ...

Motorola is expanding its Qira AI assistant to more smartphones across the Signature, Razr and Edge series with the rollout of Android 17. Qira can be activated by saying "Hey Qira," pressing a dedicated AI key, or using on-screen shortcuts. The AI assistant offers a unified AI experience across compatible phones, tablets and PCs. It has a Catch me up feature that sum...

The incident is the first known breach to affect a government agency, and Australia's prime minister has vowed to hold OpenAI accountable.

A threat actor is using three AI harnesses for vulnerability research, exploitation, and attack orchestration. The post AI-Powered Campaign Targets Hundreds of Online Retailers appeared first on SecurityWeek.

European financial regulators have warned that advances in quantum computing could eventually undermine cryptographic systems protecting transactions, databases and blockchains. The authorities said the risks could emerge before commercially viable quantum applications become available, highlighting the need for financial firms and infrastructure providers to prepare ...

Cult Kinetic Massage Gun has been launched in India as the fitness brand's latest recovery device. It features a 3,800 RPM BLDC motor. It has four silicone massage heads and an ergonomic angled handle. The new device is priced at Rs. 4,999. It is claimed to deliver up to five hours of battery life on a single charge. The Cult  Kinetic Massage Gun is engineered for ...

Sennheiser has launched the Momentum 5 Wireless and Momentum True Wireless 5 headphones in India. The Sennheiser Momentum 5 Wireless is priced at Rs. 39,990 in India, while the Momentum True Wireless 5 costs Rs. 29,990. Gadgets360 sat down with Saahil Kumar, Country Head, Sennheiser (Consumer), India, to know more about the company's plan for India.

These are the stocks posting the largest moves in the premarket.