This American VC is betting on European defense tech; that’s still very unusual

This American VC is betting on European defense tech; that’s still very unusual

VCs are known to move in herds, which is why Eric Slesinger stands out a bit. While most American investors chase AI startups or U.S.-based defense tech startups, the former CIA officer is hunting for defense tech deals in Europe. In fact, Slesinger, founder of 201 Ventures, recently closed a $22 million fund focused on … Read more

Leaked iPhone 17 cases show just how big camera bump could be on Pros

Leaked iPhone 17 cases show just how big camera bump could be on Pros

There have been plenty of rumors surrounding the next phones expected from Apple before the year is out. Many are suggesting Apple is planning to launch an iPhone 17 alongside the iPhone 17 Pro and iPhone 17 Pro Max models, whilst also introducing a super slim iPhone in order to compete with Samsung’s upcoming Galaxy … Read more

Are portable batteries viable for home power backups? Here’s my verdict after testing one

Are portable batteries viable for home power backups? Here’s my verdict after testing one

ZDNET’s key takeaways The Ampace Andes 1500 is a portable power station that sells for $1,399. It features a 1462Wh capacity, which enables it to power essential appliances during an outage. While it is a reliable power station, it is expensive, so you can often find better value from competitors. I rely on a great … Read more

Mexico is suing Google over how it’s labeling the Gulf of Mexico

Mexico is suing Google over how it’s labeling the Gulf of Mexico

Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum announced Friday that her government is suing Google for relabeling the Gulf of Mexico as “Gulf of America” for US users, CBS News reports. The company had done so in Google Maps after President Trump ordered the name change at the beginning of his Presidential term. The lawsuit makes good on … Read more

Trump fires Copyright Office director after report raises questions about AI training

Trump fires Copyright Office director after report raises questions about AI training

President Donald Trump has fired Shira Perlmutter, who leads the U.S. Copyright Office. The firing was reported by CBS News and Politico, and seemingly confirmed by a statement from Representative Joe Morelle, the top Democrat on the Committee for House Administration. “Donald Trump’s termination of Register of Copyrights, Shira Perlmutter, is a brazen, unprecedented power … Read more