PayPal Responds to Stripe's $53.4B Takeover OfferPayPal has not completely shut the door on a potential acquisition by Stripe and Advent International, but the company is signaling that the current offer undervalues its worth. During the Q2 2026 earnings call, PayPal CEO Enrique Lores indicated that...

PJM Grid Operator to Curtail Data Centers During Power ShortagesThe largest electrical grid in the United States, PJM Interconnection, has announced it will cut off power to data centers and other large consumers during supply shortages. This decision comes after a capacity auction failed to secure ...

HBO Max Introduces Vertical Short-Form Video Feed for Content DiscoveryHBO Max has rolled out a new short-form video feed inspired by TikTok, designed to help users quickly find something to watch. The feature, called "Shorts," appears as an icon in the bottom navigation menu and delivers a personal...

Apps are back — or maybe they never left. While some debate whether AI agents will replace app usage, the App Store is thriving with a surge of creative, indie innovations. New app launches have soared 60% year-over-year in 2026, driven partly by AI coding tools that let novices ship software faster...

eBay's $56 Million Settlement: A Landmark Harassment CaseIn one of the most disturbing episodes in e-commerce history, eBay and several former executives have agreed to pay $56 million to a newsletter-writing couple who were subjected to a horrific targeted harassment campaign in 2019. The settlemen...

New Federal Bill Targets Robotaxi Safety with Emergency Responder StandardsA growing wave of incidents involving autonomous vehicles (AVs) interfering with police, fire, and ambulance services is pushing federal lawmakers to act. Rep. Kevin Mullin (D-Calif.) has introduced the AV Emergency Response ...

What Are Ozlo Sleepbuds 2?Ozlo, the sleep earbuds startup founded by former Bose engineers, has launched its next-generation device: the Sleepbuds 2. Unveiled on Tuesday, this updated model addresses key pain points like battery life, Bluetooth connectivity, and sound quality. Priced at $279, the Sl...

The Evolving Stance on AI Development SpeedOpenAI CEO Sam Altman has signaled a shift in his position on artificial intelligence development, now suggesting that the industry may need to pace the rate of AI advancement to allow society to adapt. In a recent interview on the Invest Like the Best podc...

Overview of Spur's $200 Million Funding RoundSpur Intelligence, a cybersecurity startup based in Lake Mary, Florida, has secured a $200 million investment led by Insight Partners. The company focuses on bot detection technology that helps enterprises differentiate legitimate human users from increas...

Volunteering Roles at Africa Nazarene University (ANU) Africa Nazarene University (ANU) has announced 18 volunteer faculty opportunities for 2026. These positions are open to qualified candidates who want to contribute to teaching and mentorship at a private Christian university affiliated with the ...

Ongoing Recruitment at Teachers Service Commission (TSC) The Teachers Service Commission (TSC) has announced a large-scale recruitment drive for 2026, offering tens of thousands of teaching and leadership positions across Kenya. Applications must be submitted by August 31, 2026. Why the Opportunity ...

Careers at Royal Mabati Factory Royal Mabati Factory has announced nine job vacancies for 2026. These opportunities are open to qualified candidates who want to join a multinational manufacturer of roofing products. Applications must be submitted by July 31, 2026. Why the Opportunity Matters Since i...