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AI computing startup Lambda to raise $4B ahead of planned IPO

Nvidia-backed Lambda is raising up to $4 billion at a $14.5 billion pre-money valuation ahead of a planned 2027 IPO, led by Coatue and Blackstone.

The next hurdle for AI agents: getting websites to let them in

Personal AI agents promise to shop, book flights, and make reservations for you. But deliberate blocks and anti-bot defenses are getting in the way, leaving consumers caught in the middle. A new standard aims to help.

Save on MacBooks, iPads and Apple Watches during October Prime Day

The MacBook Air laptops are among the discounted Apple products. | Photo: Antonio G. Di Benedetto / The Verge Amazon’s October Big Deal Days are underway (lasting through tomorrow night), and we spotted a ton of Apple products and accessories in the sale, ranging from laptops and headphones to desktops and more. Some of the deals are only for Prime members, but other retailers are often matching or beating Amazon’s prices, and we’ll continue to update our coverage as we spot those deals. If your sights are set beyond what Apple makes, our main roundup has over 100 of the best deals from October Prime Day, and we’re keeping it updated throughout the sale. iPhone Air The iPhone Air is Apple’s thinnest iPhone yet at 5.6mm, featuring a 6.5-inch ProMotion display, a 48MP fusion camera, and an 18MP front camera with Center Stage support. But its single rear camera and “meh” battery life mean it’s not for everyone. Where to Buy: $999.99 $839.99 at Best Buy (256GB) iPhone 16E The iPhone 16E is

Two mystery PlayStation products have leaked — one might be a PlayStation Portal OLED

Is Sony about to announce a new PlayStation Portal game streaming handheld? The Wi-Fi Alliance recently certified two unannounced PlayStation products of some kind, and the certification documents indicate that they could be updates to the PlayStation Portal, which might mean we're getting the OLED screen rumored earlier this year. The two devices, which are classified as "Gaming Console/Peripherals," have model numbers of CFI-Y2000 and CFI-Y2105, which sound like a clear step up from the CFI-Y1001 model number for the currently available Portal. The docs say that the new models run on Android 15, which further indicates that they might be … Read the full story at The Verge.

Apple TV’s great year continues with Small Prophets

Apple TV has had a really great run in 2026 - and a cozy new addition is helping expand its lineup even more. As the streaming service has attempted to grow in order to better compete with the likes of Disney and Netflix, it has steadily broadened the range of its series. This year has included everything from a pair of OnlyFans dramedies to the horror-comedy hybrid Widow's Bay, alongside the return of some big names like Ted Lasso and Silo. And now you can add Small Prophets to the growing list of new flavors on Apple TV. The six-episode comedy actually premiered on the BBC earlier this year, but it's going to be streaming on Apple TV on O … Read the full story at The Verge.

India’s JioHotstar takes partnership route for Middle East expansion

JioHotstar will be offered inside Starzplay rather than through a stand-alone service.

Anker’s 100W universal charger is a great travel gadget for $64

The Anker Nano 100W travel adapter with its folding prongs. | Image: Anker For frequent travelers who like to pack light, the Anker Nano 100W universal travel adapter packs multiple USB ports and is equipped with the ability to adapt to outlets in over 200 countries and regions with its US, UK and EU plugs. During October Prime Day, it’s only $63.99 (usually $79.99) at Amazon. Anker Nano 100W universal travel adapter Anker’s powerful Nano international travel charger is great if you have a lot of USB-C gadgets to keep charged. While it lacks an AC plug, it supplies a screen that shows how much power you’re pushing to each port. Where to Buy: $79.99 $63.99 at Amazon The adapter has four total USB ports, with two USB-C that support up to 100W when used individually, an additional USB-C for another device, and a USB-A port for good measure. The exterior screen lets you check your charging power and status at a glance, and the prongs fold away neatly for packing the charger away before tak

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Hacker News·Oct 6, 2026

Mirror Particle is building a ‘world model’ of human behavior

Mirror Particle will launch at TechCrunch Disrupt's Startup Battlefield 200 with a world model built from scratch to predict human behavior, arguing that LLM role-play falls short for market research and brand strategy.