Sources: AI training startup Mercor eyes $10B+ valuation on $450 million run rate
The two-year-old startup has been in discussions with investors for a Series C round.
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GameStop Posts Narrower Loss in Q2 as Bitcoin Holdings Lift Balance Sheet
GameStop has reported a narrower loss in Q2, as Bitcoin holdings boost assets, although revenue continues to slide.
Asia Morning Briefing: Bitcoin’s Calm Masks Market Tension Ahead of Fed and CPI
Good Morning, Asia. Here’s what’s making news in the markets: Welcome to Asia Morning Briefing, a daily summary of top stories during U.S. hours and an overview of market moves and analysis. For a detailed overview of U.S. markets, see CoinDesk’s Crypto Daybook Americas. BTC is pinned near $111,000 with volatility compressed to multi-month lows, … Read more
Asset Entities surges on merger with Strive for $1.5B Bitcoin treasury
Asset Entities shares rose over 50% after-hours as its shareholders approved a merger with Strive to build a $1.5 billion Bitcoin treasury.
Apple says the iPhone 17 comes with a massive security upgrade
It’s less noticeable than a thinner profile or trick camera lenses, but Apple is pointing out another upgrade in the iPhone 17 family of phones that it says is part of “the most significant upgrade to memory safety in the history of consumer operating systems.” Explicitly targeting the spyware industry that produces exploits for tools … Read more
Apple is giving iPhone 14 and 15 users another free year of satellite features
iPhone 14 and iPhone 15 users are getting another year of free access to satellite connectivity features, according to a footnote on Apple’s newsroom posts for the iPhone 17 and iPhone 17 Pro. “The free trial will be extended for iPhone 14 and iPhone 15 users who have activated their device in a country that … Read more
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XRP flirts with $3 amid ETF approval hope: Is $3.60 the next stop?
XRP price depends on pending ETF approval odds, but XRPL adoption and tokenization metrics still remain weak, raising concerns about the longevity of any rally.
From mixers to pitch-offs — your brand event belongs at TechCrunch Disrupt 2025
Each Side Event can unlock new opportunities for the hosts: investor deal flow, talent connections, and brand exposure with the startup community.
SEC pushes back decisions on Bitwise, Grayscale crypto ETFs to November
The SEC extended its review of the Bitwise Dogecoin and Grayscale Hedera ETF applications to Nov. 12, as altcoin ETF decisions pile up for the fall.
Crypto bets send QMMM up 1,700%, Sol Strategies down 42% on Nasdaq
The split underscores uneven price performance among publicly traded companies betting on digital asset treasuries.
Help, I have been charmed by the iPhone Air
Apple’s sleek iPhone Air has a powerful processor and large display, but its battery life and camera might be a problem.
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Eric Trump scaling back role at crypto firm ALT5 Sigma
The initial deal between ALT5 and World Liberty Financial included Eric Trump being on the company’s board of directors.
Judge puts Anthropic’s $1.5 billion book piracy settlement on hold
Anthropic’s $1.5 billion book piracy settlement has been put on pause after the federal judge overseeing the class action case raised concerns about the terms of the agreement. During a hearing this week, Judge William Alsup rejected the settlement over concerns that class action lawyers will create a deal behind closed doors that they will … Read more
Why SpaceX made a $17B bet on the direct-to-cell market
Explaining SpaceX’s aggressive move to dominate satellite-to-phone connectivity.
QMMM Stock Skyrockets Nearly 1,750% on Bitcoin, Ethereum, Solana Treasury Plan
Digital advertising firm QMMM’s stock rose after it announced its intent to build a $100 million digital assets treasury.
Apple’s newest health-tracking features are coming to older watches
Apple just announced a bunch of new health tracking features alongside its new smartwatch lineup — but you might not need to upgrade your device to get access to them. With the launch of watchOS 26 next week, Apple will bring hypertension notifications, live translation, and the new wrist flick gesture to the Watch Series … Read more
I want to love Apple’s new iPhone Air, but the iPhone 17 is a better deal
I was within a heartbeat of preordering the new iPhone Air. But a closer looks at the specs changed my mind.
Prediction Market PredictIt Launches in October—Here’s What to Expect
PredictIt has won CFTC approval to launch an expanded prediction market exchange—but it isn’t sharing details on the types of markets just yet.
Verge staffers react to the iPhone Air: what we love and don’t love
Determined to give us something new to talk about, Apple has introduced its ultra-thin iPhone Air. It’s just 5.6mm thick with a 6.5-inch ProMotion display, a 48-megapixel dual camera, a selfie camera that supports Center Stage, and an add-on MagSafe battery. Among other things. We asked the staff of The Verge for their first impressions … Read more
The iPhone 17 Pro’s orange is good — and well-timed
Apple just announced arguably its boldest Pro iPhone color ever: the new “cosmic orange” for the iPhone 17 Pro. And to my surprise, I think it looks really good. In choosing a bold hue as its hero shade for the iPhone 17 Pro, Apple also seems to have nailed one of the season’s hottest colors. … Read more
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Anthropic is endorsing SB 53
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How to preorder the Apple Watch SE 3, Apple Watch Series 11, and Apple Watch Ultra 3
The Apple Watch SE 3 starts at $249 and is available for preorder today. | Image: Apple The iPhone Air and the iPhone 17 fleet of phones took the spotlight during Apple’s “Awe dropping” event. If you weren’t tempted by the new phones, the fact that the entire Apple Watch lineup got refreshed might have … Read more