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Who’s behind the new ‘stealth model’ Ox Alpha? A mysterious new AI model called Ox Alpha has driven certain corners of the internet into a frenzy of speculation. Powered by WPeMatico https://techcrunch.com/2026/08/23/whos-behind-the-new-stealth-model-ox-alpha/
Uber faces fine of nearly $1B over automated driver suspensions The Dutch Data Protection Authority is fining Uber €825 million in the second largest penalty issued under Europe’s GDPR. Powered by WPeMatico https://techcrunch.com/2026/08/23/uber-faces-fine-of-nearly-1b-over-automated-driver-suspensions/
Linkdaze’s smart calendar is built to run a household, not just track a schedule Linkdaze’s smart digital calendar stands out for not putting its features behind a paywall, including an AI meal planner tool. Powered by WPeMatico https://techcrunch.com/2026/08/23/linkdazes-smart-calendar-is-built-to-run-a-household-not-just-track-a-schedule/
TechCrunch Mobility: The custom chip driving Waymo’s robotaxi ambitions Welcome back to TechCrunch Mobility — your central hub for news and insights on the future of transportation. Powered by WPeMatico https://techcrunch.com/2026/08/23/techcrunch-mobility-the-custom-chip-driving-waymos-robotaxi-ambitions/
Flock CEO calls for ‘compromise’ as surveillance company faces growing backlash Flock Safety faces a growing public outcry over concerns that its surveillance technology could be misused. Powered by WPeMatico https://techcrunch.com/2026/08/23/flock-ceo-calls-for-compromise-as-surveillance-company-faces-growing-backlash/