How to fight censorship, one Disney+ cancellation at a time
https://arstechnica.com/culture/2025/09/kimmel-censorship-fiasco-shows-that-protests-still-matter-and-can-still-work/Thuggish government behavior is not stopped by capitulation.
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NASA names 24th astronaut class, including prior SpaceX crew member
https://arstechnica.com/space/2025/09/nasa-names-24th-astronaut-class-including-prior-spacex-crew-member/NASA's 24th astronaut class since selecting the Mercury astronauts in 1959.
Anti-vaccine groups melt down over RFK Jr. linking autism to Tylenol
https://arstechnica.com/health/2025/09/anti-vaccine-groups-melt-down-over-reports-rfk-jr-to-link-autism-to-tylenol/"THIS WAS NOT CAUSED BY TYLENOL" Kennedy's anti-vaccine group retweeted.
iFixit tears down the iPhone Air, finds that it's mostly battery
https://arstechnica.com/gadgets/2025/09/iphone-air-teardown-reveals-a-phone-thats-more-durable-repairable-than-expected/Design that puts the logic board at the top helps stave off a second Bendgate.
Disney reinstates Jimmy Kimmel after backlash over capitulation to FCC
https://arstechnica.com/tech-policy/2025/09/disney-abc-reinstate-jimmy-kimmel-amid-uproar-over-government-censorship/Disney says "thoughtful conversations with Jimmy" led to show's return.
DOJ aims to break up Google's ad business as antitrust case resumes
https://arstechnica.com/gadgets/2025/09/google-back-in-court-as-it-tries-to-avoid-advertising-business-breakup/The remedy phase of Google's adtech antitrust case begins.
Rand Paul: FCC chair had "no business" intervening in ABC/Kimmel controversy
https://arstechnica.com/tech-policy/2025/09/rand-paul-fcc-chair-had-no-business-intervening-in-abc-kimmel-controversy/"Absolutely inappropriate. Brendan Carr has got no business weighing in on this."
OpenAI and Nvidia's $100B AI plan will require power equal to 10 nuclear reactors
https://arstechnica.com/ai/2025/09/openai-and-nvidias-100b-ai-plan-will-require-power-equal-to-10-nuclear-reactors/"This is a giant project," Nvidia CEO said of new 10-gigawatt AI infrastructure deal.
DeepMind AI safety report explores the perils of "misaligned" AI
https://arstechnica.com/google/2025/09/deepmind-ai-safety-report-explores-the-perils-of-misaligned-ai/DeepMind releases version 3.0 of its AI Frontier Safety Framework with new tips to stop bad bots.
Here's how potent Atomic credential stealer is finding its way onto Macs
https://arstechnica.com/security/2025/09/potent-atomic-credential-stealer-can-bypass-gatekeeper/LastPass warns it's one of the latest to see its well-known brand impersonated.
Three crashes in the first day? Tesla's robotaxi test in Austin.
https://arstechnica.com/cars/2025/09/teslas-robotaxi-test-three-crashes-in-only-7000-miles/Tesla's crash rate is orders of magnitude worse than Waymo's.
Our fave Star Wars duo is back in Mandalorian and Grogu teaser
https://arstechnica.com/culture/2025/09/our-fave-star-wars-duo-is-back-in-mandalorian-and-grogu-teaser/There is almost no dialogue and little hint of the plot, but the visuals should delight fans.
F1 in Azerbaijan: This sport is my red flag
https://arstechnica.com/cars/2025/09/f1-in-azerbaijan-this-sport-is-my-red-flag/Baku is a mashup of Monaco and Monza, 90 feet below sea level.
What climate targets? Top fossil fuel producing nations keep boosting output
https://arstechnica.com/science/2025/09/what-climate-targets-top-fossil-fuel-producing-nations-keep-boosting-output/Top producers are planning to mine and drill even more of the fuels in 2030.
A history of the Internet, part 3: The rise of the user
https://arstechnica.com/gadgets/2025/09/a-history-of-the-internet-part-3-the-rise-of-the-user/The reins of the Internet are handed over to ordinary users—with uneven results.
Microsoft's Entra ID vulnerabilities could have been catastrophic
https://arstechnica.com/security/2025/09/microsofts-entra-id-vulnerabilities-could-have-been-catastrophic/They could've allowed attacker to gain access to virtually all Azure customer accounts.
You'll enjoy the Specialized Turbo Vado SL 2 6.0 Carbon even without assist
https://arstechnica.com/gadgets/2025/09/youll-enjoy-the-specialized-turbo-vado-sl-2-6-0-carbon-even-without-assist/It's an investment, certainly of money, but also in long, fast rides.
Starship will soon fly over towns and cities, but will dodge the biggest ones
https://arstechnica.com/space/2025/09/starship-will-soon-fly-over-towns-and-cities-but-will-dodge-the-biggest-ones/Starship's next chapter will involve launching over Florida and returning over Mexico.
In a win for science, NASA told to use House budget as shutdown looms
https://arstechnica.com/space/2025/09/amid-budget-uncertainty-nasa-gets-some-good-news-use-house-funding-levels/The House budget still cuts science at NASA, but not as deeply as the White House sought.
After a very slow start, Europe's reusable rocket program shows signs of life
https://arstechnica.com/space/2025/09/after-a-very-slow-start-europes-reusable-rocket-program-shows-signs-of-life/Although Themis is making progress, the program is several years behind schedule.
Mirror founder Brynn Putnam to unveil her gaming hardware startup at TechCrunch Disrupt 2025
https://techcrunch.com/2025/09/22/mirror-founder-brynn-putnam-to-unveil-her-gaming-hardware-startup-at-techcrunch-disrupt-2025/Seven years after unveiling Mirror at TechCrunch Disrupt 2018, Brynn Putnam is returning to the stage where it all began.
Facebook is getting an AI dating assistant
https://techcrunch.com/2025/09/22/facebook-is-getting-an-ai-dating-assistant/Facebook Dating's AI assistant is supposed to help users build their profiles and find the matches they're looking for.
Stellantis cancels plans for an electrified Jeep Gladiator
https://techcrunch.com/2025/09/22/stellantis-cancels-plans-for-an-electrified-jeep-gladiator/The move comes a week after the automaker axed plans to produce an all-electric Ram pickup truck.
The Oakland Ballers let an AI manage the team. What could go wrong?
https://techcrunch.com/2025/09/22/the-oakland-ballers-let-an-ai-manage-the-team-what-could-go-wrong/"Baseball is the perfect place to do an initial experiment like this, because it is so data-driven, and decisions are made very analytically," Ballers owner Paul Freedman said.
What Early-Stage Investors Really Look for in Founders at TechCrunch Disrupt 2025
https://techcrunch.com/2025/09/22/from-idea-to-first-check-raising-pre-seed-and-seed-capital-at-techcrunch-disrupt-2025/At TechCrunch Disrupt 2025, Charles Hudson (Precursor Ventures) and Wesley Chan (FPV Ventures) break down what early-stage investors really look for in founders — from narrative and resilience to red flags and common mistakes. Don't miss this candid Builders Stage conversation. Register by September
Inside the mind of Elad Gil: Early-stage investing and next-gen innovation at TechCrunch Disrupt 2025
https://techcrunch.com/2025/09/22/elad-gil-one-of-techs-sharpest-minds-on-early-bets-breakout-growth-and-whats-coming-next-at-techcrunch-disrupt-2025/Elad Gil shares his approach to early-stage investing, frontier tech, and spotting breakout potential at TechCrunch Disrupt 2025 (Oct 27–29, Moscone West, SF). Register before Sept 26 to save up to $668.
Automaker giant Stellantis says customers' personal data stolen during breach
https://techcrunch.com/2025/09/22/automaker-giant-stellantis-says-customers-personal-data-stolen-during-breach/One report says, citing the hackers who took credit for the breach, that 18 million customer records were stolen from Stellantis' customer database.
Here's what's happening right now with the US TikTok deal
https://techcrunch.com/2025/09/22/heres-whats-happening-right-now-with-the-us-tiktok-deal/A number of investors are competing for the opportunity to purchase the app, and if a deal were to go through, the platform's U.S. business could have its valuation soar to upward of $60 billion.
The billion-dollar infrastructure deals powering the AI boom
https://techcrunch.com/2025/09/22/the-billion-dollar-infrastructure-deals-powering-the-ai-boom/Here's everything we know about the biggest AI infrastructure projects, including major spending from Meta, Oracle, Microsoft, Google, and OpenAI.
Nvidia plans to invest up to $100B in OpenAI
https://techcrunch.com/2025/09/22/nvidia-plans-to-invest-up-to-100b-in-openai/OpenAI and Nvidia agreed to deploy 10 gigawatts worth AI chips to power the next generation of ChatGPT.
Google's Gemini AI is coming to your TV
https://techcrunch.com/2025/09/22/googles-gemini-ai-is-coming-to-your-tv/When fully rolled out, Google's AI will be on over 300 million active Google TV and other Android TV OS-powered devices.
Oracle promotes two presidents to co-CEO role
https://techcrunch.com/2025/09/22/oracle-promotes-two-presidents-to-co-ceo-role/Safra Catz will become the executive vice chair of Oracle's board of directors after 11 years as the company's CEO.
Oura ring maker raising $875M Series E, bringing valuation to $11B, report says
https://techcrunch.com/2025/09/22/oura-ring-maker-raising-875m-series-e-bringing-valuation-to-11b-report-says/The company is expected to generate more than $1 billion in revenue this year, doubling the $500 million it made in 2024.
A comprehensive list of 2025 tech layoffs
https://techcrunch.com/2025/09/22/tech-layoffs-2025-list/A complete list of all the known layoffs in tech, from Big Tech to startups, broken down by month throughout 2024.
Blue Origin wins NASA deal to ferry VIPER rover to lunar south pole
https://techcrunch.com/2025/09/22/blue-origin-wins-nasa-deal-to-ferry-viper-rover-to-lunar-south-pole/NASA's water-ice prospecting mission is getting a second life with Blue Origin.
Clock's ticking: Get hands-on experience volunteering at TechCrunch Disrupt 2025
https://techcrunch.com/2025/09/22/clocks-ticking-get-hands-on-experience-volunteering-at-techcrunch-disrupt-2025/September 30 is the final deadline to apply to volunteer at TechCrunch Disrupt 2025 — and we're officially in countdown mode.
Elizabeth Stone on what's next for Netflix — and streaming itself — at TechCrunch Disrupt 2025
https://techcrunch.com/2025/09/22/elizabeth-stone-on-whats-next-for-netflix-and-streaming-itself-at-techcrunch-disrupt-2025/As Netflix's CTO (and interim CPO), Elizabeth Stone is shaping the future of entertainment for over 300 million members worldwide. She'll join the Disrupt Stage for a fireside chat at TechCrunch Disrupt 2025.
eBay to acquire social marketplace platform Tise
https://techcrunch.com/2025/09/22/ebay-to-acquire-social-marketplace-platform-tise/The company's acquisition of Tise indicates that it's looking to modernize its platform to attract younger shoppers, expand its social commerce tools, and build a stronger presence in the sustainable retail market.
Lift off: First look at the Space Stage agenda at TechCrunch Disrupt 2025
https://techcrunch.com/2025/09/22/lift-off-first-look-at-the-space-stage-agenda-at-techcrunch-disrupt-2025/Whether you're a space junkie, a startup builder, or an investor chasing the edge of innovation, the Space Stage will deliver insights on what's next in one of the most dynamic sectors in tech.
EU cyber agency confirms ransomware attack causing airport disruptions
https://techcrunch.com/2025/09/22/eu-cyber-agency-confirms-ransomware-attack-causing-airport-disruptions/A cyberattack targeting Collins Aerospace, a provider of airport check-in systems, sparked delays and disrupted flights across Europe over the weekend.
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Trump escalates crackdown by designating ‘Antifa' a domestic terror group
https://www.theverge.com/news/783158/antifa-domestic-terror-designation-donald-trumpThe Trump administration's crackdown on perceived left-wing threats following the death of Charlie Kirk continued on Monday evening, with Donald Trump announcing an executive order titled "Designating Antifa as a Domestic Terrorist Organization." The order directs federal departments and agencies to
The AI-energy apocalypse might be a little overblown
https://www.theverge.com/report/782952/ai-electricity-demand-inflated-forecast-reportEven if AI turns out not to be as much of an energy hog as people are making it out to be, it could still spell out trouble for power grids across the US. Tech companies are already burning through increasing amounts of electricity to train and run new AI models. And they're asking for […]
The best iPhones
https://www.theverge.com/23618862/best-iphone-camera-battery-screen-guideIf you've been holding off on getting a new iPhone, now's the perfect time to size up your options. Apple recently launched its 2025 iPhone lineup, which includes the iPhone 17, 17 Pro, 17 Pro Max, and a brand-new model, the ultra-thin iPhone Air. These new phones offer a number of new features over
Steam game removed after cryptostealer takes over $150K
https://www.theverge.com/news/782993/steam-blockblasters-crypto-scam-malwareSteam has taken down a game containing malware that drained the cryptocurrency wallets belonging to hundreds of players, as reported earlier by Bleeping Computer. The free-to-play 2D platformer, titled BlockBlasters, took more than $150,000 from victims, including $32,000 from a streamer raising fun
Jimmy Kimmel's show will return after censorship outrage
https://www.theverge.com/news/782970/jimmy-kimmel-live-return-disney-charlie-kirkJimmy Kimmel's late-night talk show is returning on Tuesday after Disney pulled it off the air over comments made about the assassination of Charlie Kirk. In a statement on Monday, Disney said it planned to resume production after having "thoughtful conversations" with Kimmel. "Last Wednesday,
The best deals on MacBooks right now
https://www.theverge.com/22399419/apple-macbook-air-pro-mac-mini-imac-dealsApple currently sells MacBooks equipped with its own M-series chips in a wide range of sizes and price points, all of which run the company's new operating system, macOS 26. It discontinued the M1 MacBook Air to make room for newer models, but Walmart is still selling the 2020 laptop starting at $59
Facebook Dating tries using AI to end ‘swipe fatigue'
https://www.theverge.com/news/782893/meta-facebook-dating-ai-chatbot-meet-cute-swipe-fatigueFacebook Dating is getting new AI features to help users avoid "swipe fatigue," Meta announced today. The new features include a new "dating assistant" AI chatbot that helps you find potential matches as well as a new "Meet Cute" feature that automatically matches you with someone using a "personali
A ‘global call for AI red lines' sounds the alarm about the lack of international AI policy
https://www.theverge.com/ai-artificial-intelligence/782752/ai-global-red-lines-extreme-risk-united-nationsOn Monday, more than 200 former heads of state, diplomats, Nobel laureates, AI leaders, scientists, and others all agreed on one thing: There should be an international agreement on "red lines" that AI should never cross — for instance, not allowing AI to impersonate a human being or self-repli
How to sign up for Amazon Prime
https://www.theverge.com/21493780/amazon-prime-sign-up-day-deals-sale-price-freeIt feels like July's four-day Prime Day just happened, but Amazon's annual fall sale event is about to make its return. Prime Big Deal Days kicks off on Tuesday, October 7th, at 3AM ET and lasts through October 9th at the same time. For those who haven't shopped this event in previous years, think o
The Steam Deck LCD is 20 percent off through October 6th
https://www.theverge.com/tech/782737/the-steam-deck-lcd-is-20-percent-off-through-october-6thThe Steam Autumn Sale starts next Monday, but Valve dropped an early treat in the form of a rare Steam Deck LCD discount. The 256GB model that normally sells for $399.99 is $319.20 through October 6th at 1PM ET / 10AM PT. I, for one, thank Valve for dropping this deal now instead of when […]