Oura has secured $900 million in funding led by Fidelity, valuing the company at approximately $11 billion. This investment is crucial for advancing their health tech offerings and expanding market reach.
Gadgets
Apple unveiled its new M5 chip along with upgraded iPad Pro, MacBook Pro, and Vision Pro devices, enhancing performance significantly. This matters as it positions Apple to compete more effectively in the tech market with improved AI capabilities.
Google Chrome introduces a feature to automatically disable notifications from inactive websites, aiming to reduce unwanted alerts for users.
DoorDash has announced a multi-year partnership with Serve Robotics to utilize autonomous delivery robots in Los Angeles and beyond.
The recent changes to the H-1B visa program could significantly impact startups and tech talent acquisition in the U.S.
Bounce 2 allows users to migrate their Mastodon accounts to Bluesky, enhancing social media portability across platforms.
Google has introduced Gemini CLI Extensions, allowing third-party integrations into its command-line AI tool, enhancing its extensibility for developers.
Google's AI vibe-coding app Opal is now available in 15 additional countries, enhancing access for creators to build web apps using text prompts.
The iPhone Air impresses with its lightweight design but raises concerns over battery life and camera capabilities.
Mastodon plans to launch 'Packs', a feature to help new users discover curated collections of accounts to follow, similar to Bluesky's Starter Packs.
OpenAI has launched a new SDK allowing third-party apps to be embedded in ChatGPT, enhancing user interaction and app integration.
OpenAI's DevDay 2025 is set for October 6, featuring keynotes, demos, and discussions on AI advancements, with over 1,500 attendees expected.