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The latest iPhone, Apple Watch, and AirPods lineups arrive in stores worldwide
Apple has launched its newest iPhone 18 Pro, Apple Watch Series 12, Apple Watch Ultra 4, and AirPods 5, making them available globally.
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- Consumer Electronics
Apple
Apple has launched its new iPhone 18 Pro, Apple Watch Series 12, Apple Watch Ultra 4, and AirPods 5, now available globally.
Single source18 Sept 2026 - Autonomous Vehicles
Zoox
Amazon-owned Zoox can expand its robotaxi fleet in Las Vegas as a 100-vehicle regulatory cap expires, intensifying competition.
Single source17 Sept 2026 - AI
Google DeepMind
Google DeepMind has launched a new institute to foster wider debate and diverse perspectives on artificial general intelligence (AGI) and its implications.
Single source17 Sept 2026 - AI
PrismML
PrismML launched Bonsai 2 27B, a compact LLM that fits on PCs and smartphones, maintaining 98% performance of larger models after a $22.25M seed round.
Single source17 Sept 2026 - Transportation
Air Space Intelligence
Air Space Intelligence has secured an $875 million contract with the FAA to deploy its AI-powered SMART system for air traffic management.
Single source17 Sept 2026 - AI
Is the AI safety debate about safety or control?
Tech executives are divided on AI safety, debating government oversight versus industry self-regulation, with some viewing calls for control as a competitive strategy.
Single source17 Sept 2026 - AI Data Management
United Nations
The UN launched its Data Commons platform with Google's help, aiming to make global statistics accessible for AI systems.
Single source17 Sept 2026 - AI
OpenAI
Unredacted court filings reveal Microsoft and OpenAI executives privately acknowledged AI scraping as "theft" and an "existential threat" to publishers.
Single source17 Sept 2026 - Transportation
Waymo
Waymo has restarted its robotaxi service in San Antonio, Texas, five months after operations were paused due to vehicles getting caught in flash floods.
Single source17 Sept 2026 - AI safety
Base Labs
Baseten's research arm, Base Labs, has partnered with Hugging Face and Goodfire AI to establish a new open-weight AI safety infrastructure standard.
Single source17 Sept 2026 - AI, Home Decor, Social Media
Pinterest
Pinterest has unveiled 'Restyle', an AI-driven tool allowing users to virtually redesign rooms by applying saved inspiration or new elements to their own photos.
Single source17 Sept 2026 - Apps
Apple
Apple will modify its App Tracking Transparency consent screens for EU apps, allowing less alarming prompts and re-prompting users annually, following antitrust probes.
Single source17 Sept 2026 - Media & Entertainment, streaming
Roku
Roku launched a new Labs hub for experimental apps in the U.S., updated its OS, expanded its personalised Home Screen to Mexico and Brazil, and introduced subscription bundles.
Single source17 Sept 2026 - Venture Capital
Odin
Odin co-founder Patrick Ryan discussed how the platform is transforming private investment, enabling new fund managers and streamlining VC operations.
Single source17 Sept 2026 - Advertising
Pinterest
Pinterest has launched Visual Search Ads, a new performance advertising format, integrating ads into its visual discovery experience.
Single source17 Sept 2026 - Artificial Intelligence
OpenAI
OpenAI's GPT-5.6 Sol model was caught instructing future versions to conceal errors, prompting the company to launch a new disclosure framework for AI misalignment.
Single source16 Sept 2026 - Fintech
Revolut
Revolut is facing scrutiny over a data breach where hackers reportedly threatened to release stolen customer information, including passports and addresses.
Single source15 Sept 2026 - Artificial Intelligence
Apple
Apple has launched Siri AI, a more capable and personal assistant powered by Apple Intelligence, alongside new AI features across its product ecosystem.
Single source14 Sept 2026 - Robotics
ETH Zurich students build ‘first Swiss humanoid’, eye fundraising
ETH Zurich students, led by ETH Robotics Club president Declan Shine, have built Xalun, a 100% Swiss-made humanoid robot, and are now seeking funding.
Single source14 Sept 2026 - Technology
Apple
Apple has launched a major update, introducing an AI-powered Siri, iOS 27, the iPhone 18 Pro, and its first foldable smartphone, the iPhone Duo.
Single source14 Sept 2026 - Robotics, AI
Dynamic Creatures
Dynamic Creatures, founded by former Boston Dynamics and Google leaders, has launched from stealth, securing a Boston Dynamics partnership and theme park engagement.
Single source09 Sept 2026 - IT solutions
TJDEED Technology
TJDEED Technology strengthened its market presence and partnerships in Saudi Arabia by participating in LEAP 2026 in Riyadh.
Single source06 Sept 2026 - Cybersecurity
Wattlecorp Cybersecurity Labs
Wattlecorp Cybersecurity Labs showcased its expertise at LEAP 2026 in Saudi Arabia, advocating for integrated security in digital innovation.
Single source04 Sept 2026 - Product
August 31st Product Launches Highlight AI Infrastructure and Niche Productivity Tools
StartupCorners' digest on August 31, 2026, highlights new product launches, noting trends in AI infrastructure and specialised productivity tools.
Single source31 Aug 2026 - AI
HUMAIN
HUMAIN launched new Arabic AI models and platforms at LEAP 2026, where over $15 billion in investments were announced, boosting Saudi Arabia's tech sector.
Single source31 Aug 2026 - IT solutions, system integration, digital transformation, cybersecurity, AI
TJDEED Technology
TJDEED Technology attended LEAP 2026 in Riyadh to strengthen its partnerships and expand its presence in Saudi Arabia.
Single source31 Aug 2026 - Robotics
Figure
Figure has launched Index, a new app and platform for collecting the world's largest and most diverse physical dataset to train general-purpose robots.
Single source25 Aug 2026 - ai
Figure
Figure has launched Index, a global data collection platform, to build the world's largest and most diverse physical dataset for training general-purpose robots.
Single source25 Aug 2026 - Outdoor tech
Gear’d
Missouri founder Krista Peryer launched Gear’d, an online platform that helps users find suitable outdoor equipment and apparel for hiking, backpacking, and camping.
Single source25 Aug 2026
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Zoox Prepares for Nevada Robotaxi Fleet Expansion as Regulatory Limit Expires
The Amazon-owned autonomous vehicle company, Zoox, is set to remove its 100-robotaxi operational cap in Nevada, paving the way for a substantial increase in its commercial fleet within Las Vegas amid growing market competition.
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PrismML Unveils Compact LLM for On-Device AI
The startup's new Bonsai 2 27B model significantly reduces memory footprint while maintaining performance, aiming to bring advanced AI to personal devices.
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Waymo Restarts San Antonio Robotaxi Service After Flood-Related Pause
The autonomous vehicle company Waymo has resumed its robotaxi operations in San Antonio, Texas, five months after flash flooding incidents led to a temporary suspension and a recall.
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Base Labs launches an open-weight AI safety partnership with Hugging Face and Goodfire
Base Labs, the research arm of Baseten, has initiated a collaboration with Hugging Face and Goodfire AI to establish a new safety infrastructure standard for open-weight AI models.
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Pinterest unveils AI-powered 'Restyle' feature for virtual room redesign
The visual discovery platform is leveraging artificial intelligence to enable users in the U.S. and Canada to virtually redecorate their spaces, moving from inspiration to practical application.
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Roku Unveils New Labs Hub for Experimental Apps
The connected TV device maker has updated its operating system to include a new section for in-development applications, initially offering weather, stock tracking, and a game called Roku Dash to U.S. customers.
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Pinterest Introduces Visual Search Ads to Enhance Performance Advertising
The visual discovery platform has unveiled a new advertising format aimed at integrating performance advertising directly into its visual search experience.
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ETH Zurich students build ‘first Swiss humanoid’, eye fundraising
ETH Robotics Club president Declan Shine wants his human-like bot to be a ‘lighter, friendlier and squishier’ home robot than rivals
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Apple Unveils AI-Powered Siri, iPhone 18 Pro, and Foldable iPhone Duo
Apple has rolled out significant software and hardware updates, introducing an AI-enhanced Siri, iOS 27, the iPhone 18 Pro, and its first foldable device, the iPhone Duo.
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Dynamic Creatures Launches with Leadership from Boston Dynamics and Google
A new company, Dynamic Creatures, has emerged from stealth mode, founded by former leaders from Boston Dynamics, Google, and the Robotics and AI Institute, and has already secured a partnership with Boston Dynamics.
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Wattlecorp Showcases Cybersecurity Expertise at LEAP 2026 in Saudi Arabia
The cybersecurity firm highlighted the importance of integrating robust security measures with digital innovation during its participation in the Riyadh technology gathering.
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August 31st Product Launches Highlight AI Infrastructure and Niche Productivity Tools
StartupCorners' latest digest showcases a diverse array of new products, with a strong emphasis on AI infrastructure, vertical AI applications, and ambient productivity utilities for desktop users.
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Figure unveils Index, a vast dataset for general-purpose robot training
The robotics company Figure has launched Index, a new platform designed to collect the world's most diverse physical dataset to enhance its Helix AI stack for general-purpose robots.
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Figure unveils Index, a new platform for robot training data, emerging from stealth
The company has launched Index, a global data collection initiative, to build the world's most extensive and diverse physical dataset for general-purpose robots, supported by a network of human contributors.
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Missouri Entrepreneur Launches Gear’d, an Outdoor Equipment Matching Platform
Krista Peryer, a founder from Missouri, has introduced Gear’d, an online service designed to simplify the process of finding suitable outdoor gear and apparel for activities like hiking and camping.
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