MCP startup Runlayer accuses Rippling of stealing its product idea
Runlayer, a startup that offers a secure Model Context Protocol gateway — a standard for letting AI models and agents securely pull in outside data and tools — has filed a lawsuit against HR software startup Rippling, according to the complaint seen by TechCrunch. The lawsuit is a cautionary tale for anyone selling AI infrastructure…
Grok 4.6 gets Aug. 7 launch date, Grok 4.7 follows
Elon Musk has set an early August target for Grok 4.6 and disclosed plans for a larger Grok 4.7 model as SpaceXAI steps up its competition with OpenAI, Anthropic, and China’s Moonshot AI. Summary Grok 4.6 is scheduled for around Aug. 7, according to Musk. The upcoming model will have 1.5 trillion parameters and improved…
5 Google Docs Grammar Check Alternatives Compared for 2026
Google Docs can catch misspellings and common grammar problems without requiring another app or subscription. Its built-in checker is convenient for anyone already drafting reports, proposals, or other documents in Google Workspace. Convenience does not always equal comprehensive editing, however. Dedicated writing assistants such as Grammarly, Sapling, Ginger, Scribens, and LanguageTool may provide broader feedback…
$134M in Bitcoin Longs Vaporized as BTC Breaks Below $63K Ahead of Fed Showdown
Key Takeaways Bitcoin tumbled 2% on Tuesday, reaching an intraday low of $62,684 before rebounding near $63,660. The sharp price decline wiped out $134 million in Bitcoin longs and $515 million across crypto. Fed policy cues from Kevin Warsh and PCE data could push bitcoin toward $70,000 or down to $58,000. Bitcoin Pulls Back Ahead…
IBM’s Blockchain Patent Empire Lands at Circle in Landmark IP Deal
Circle Internet Group announced on July 27, 2026, that it has acquired more than 680 patent families and nearly 1,000 issued blockchain patents worldwide from IBM in a single transaction, making Circle the largest blockchain patent holder in the United States. The portfolio directly underpins Circle’s core products: USDC, the Circle Payments Network (CPN), and…
New humanoid robot Gene.01 has skin that can feel your touch
A new humanoid robot debuted this week with a sensor-laden layer of “smart skin” designed to feel exactly where and how hard it’s being touched…for industrial safety, of course. The robot, called Gene.01, comes from Generative Bionics and debuted at AMD’s Advancing AI conference in San Francisco. CNET senior video producer Jesse Orrall got hands-on…
Minnesota’s Prediction Market Ban Hits Legal Roadblock After Federal Court Ruling
Kalshi and Polymarket can keep serving Minnesota users after a judge found federal law likely preempts the state’s prediction market ban. A federal judge has temporarily blocked Minnesota from enforcing a first-of-its-kind law that would have prohibited prediction markets in the state. The latest decision hands a temporary legal victory to Kalshi, Polymarket, and…
Is the Electric Trike the Next Big Thing in Shared Micromobility?
Rideshare micromobility vehicles are a common sight in major cities around the world, whether that’s a bicycle program or electric scooters. Now, a company called Veo is introducing electric tricycles into the mix. Announced Tuesday at an event in Denver, the company showed off the Rover, a three-wheeled, sit-down electric vehicle designed for anyone to…
Over 60 Crypto Firms and Projects Fold in 2026 as Bankruptcies, Bear Market and Hacks Rip Industry Apart
Key Takeaways Over 60 crypto projects shut down or filed bankruptcy from January to July 2026, led by BitMEX’s Sept. 23 closure. Security exploits drove closures including Step Finance’s $40 million hack and Radiant Capital’s $50 million 2024 breach. AscendEX cited failed EU MiCA licensing, while Tally’s founder linked its closure to looser SEC enforcement….
SBI expands beyond Ripple with Canton Network unit
SBI Holdings has restructured a wholly owned subsidiary around the Canton Network, extending its institutional blockchain strategy beyond Ripple and the XRP Ledger. Summary SBI Digital Practice will build financial infrastructure and applications on the Canton Network. SBI said Canton connects more than 600 institutions and supports over $6 trillion in assets. The restructuring adds…
