Waymo Expands Into Canada With Toronto Robotaxi Service Planned for 2028
Alphabet’s autonomous vehicle subsidiary Waymo has announced plans to enter Canada, beginning with vehicle mapping and testing in Toronto ahead of a proposed commercial robotaxi launch in 2028. The company…
Elorian Launches Glimpse AI Model for Advanced Image and Video Reasoning
Palo Alto-based AI startup Elorian has launched Glimpse, its first artificial intelligence model designed to analyze images and videos through repeated visual inspection rather than relying primarily on text-based reasoning.…
Tressfecta Develops Automated Hair Preparation Tool to Reduce Braiding Time
Beauty technology startup Tressfecta is developing Plait Pilot, a hardware device designed to automate the time-consuming process of separating hair extensions before braiding. Founded by 24-year-old Aisata Diallo, the company…
Nathan Fielder’s Elizabeth Holmes Documentary Reveals AI Replica and Theranos Founder’s Continued Denial
Filmmakers Nathan Fielder and Lance Oppenheim examine convicted Theranos founder Elizabeth Holmes in You Can See Everything, a new documentary that follows her final weeks before imprisonment and the efforts…
Mark Wahlberg Supports AI in Filmmaking and Considers Creating Digital Replica of Himself
Actor and filmmaker Mark Wahlberg has expressed support for using artificial intelligence in movie production and said he would consider creating an AI-generated replica of himself for future projects. Speaking…
Jev AI Model Reaches 35% of Vercel’s Paid Teams Within Two Weeks of Launch
TypeSafe AI’s Jev has become the fastest-adopted artificial intelligence model in Vercel AI Gateway’s history, reaching 35.3% of paid teams within two weeks of its September 2026 launch. The decision-focused…
Veritas Introduces New Authentication Chip for Luxury Goods, Jewelry and Fragrance Bottles
Luxury product authentication startup Veritas has introduced a second-generation security chip designed to verify the authenticity of jewelry, trophies, clothing, and fragrance bottles. The chip works on metal surfaces and…
Gudea Raises $7 Million to Predict Online Misinformation and Reputation Risks With AI
vAI-powered narrative intelligence startup Gudea has raised $7 million in seed funding to expand its platform for detecting and tracking online conversations before they develop into major public controversies. The…
CedarDB Launches Cloud Database Combining Analytics and Transactions for AI Agents
Munich-based database startup CedarDB has launched CedarDB Cloud, a fully managed database service that combines transactional processing and analytical queries in a single system. Announced on October 14, 2026, the…
Flock CEO Says Microphones Detect Only Gunshots Despite Company Advertising Broader Audio Detection
Flock Safety CEO Garrett Langley has said the company’s gunshot-detection microphones only identify gunfire, despite its official website advertising the ability to detect fireworks, car crashes, and other public safety…
Colossal Biosciences Introduces GenoMorph AI to Identify 2,300 Dodo Gene-Editing Targets
Colossal Biosciences has introduced GenoMorph, an artificial intelligence platform designed to identify genetic changes that could help recreate characteristics of extinct species. Announced on October 14, 2026, the technology has…
Flock CEO Says Company Has Not Terminated Police Contracts Despite Surveillance Abuse Cases
Flock Safety CEO Garrett Langley has confirmed that the company has never terminated a customer contract over misuse of its license plate recognition technology, despite reports of police officers abusing…
US Electric Vehicle Sales Rise for Third Consecutive Quarter Despite Tesla Decline
Electric vehicle (EV) sales in the United States increased for the third consecutive quarter in 2026, reaching 262,649 units between July and September. According to Cox Automotive, sales rose 6.1%…
TimeTeller Develops Saliva Test to Measure Biological Clocks and Support Personalized Cancer Care
German health technology startup TimeTeller has developed an at-home saliva test that measures an individual’s circadian rhythm to provide personalized recommendations for sleep, nutrition, and physical activity. The company is…
Ambrosia Energy Begins Construction of 10 GWh Battery Factory in Texas to Power Data Centers
Ambrosia Energy, a startup founded by former SpaceX executives, has begun work on a battery manufacturing facility near Austin, Texas, with a planned annual production capacity of 10 gigawatt-hours. The…
Mosqitter Develops AI Mosquito Monitoring System to Track Disease Risks
Pennsylvania-based startup Mosqitter is developing an AI-powered mosquito monitoring network that identifies mosquito species, tracks population changes, and helps public health authorities assess potential disease risks. The company currently operates…
Apate Raises $8.15 Million to Fight Scammers With AI Agents Posing as Victims
Australian startup Apate.ai has raised $8.15 million in seed funding to expand its artificial intelligence platform that deploys AI agents posing as potential scam victims. The company says its agents…
Hiyd Develops Invisible Health Tracker That Attaches to Existing Watches
Wearable technology startup Hiyd has developed a compact health-tracking sensor that attaches to the back of conventional watches, allowing users to monitor their fitness without replacing their existing timepieces. The…
YouTube Music Introduces AI Labels to Identify AI-Generated Songs
YouTube Music has introduced a new labeling system that helps listeners identify songs created using generative artificial intelligence. Announced on October 14, 2026, the feature displays labels on tracks where…
Prismm Develops Digital Estate Planning Tools to Help Banks Retain Inherited Assets
Financial technology startup Prismm has developed a digital platform that helps banks manage beneficiary information and transfer assets to heirs after an account holder dies. Founded in 2020 by sisters…