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Google and SpaceX in talks to launch ‘Project Suncatcher’ orbital AI data centers

Elon Musk and SpaceX are exploring AI data centers in orbit, but the idea reveals a much bigger problem: AI is running into Earth’s limits.

Tom’s Guide · May 13

Android Auto’s Massive Update Brings Edge-To-Edge Maps To Every Car Screen

Android Auto will now fill every inch of a car’s screen. HD videos and uninterrupted playback are also coming.

InsideEVs · May 13

How Google engineer Bhasker Goel is rethinking monitoring to catch failures before they escalate

Google Ads engineer Bhasker Goel is developing innovative monitoring systems to detect subtle failures in complex, distributed infrastructure. His comparative monitoring approach contrasts system segments in real-time, identifying divergences that signal regressions before traditional alerts trigger. This method moves beyond static thresholds to a live validation system, crucial for preventing…

The Economic Times · May 13

Anthropic in talks to raise $30 billion at $900 billion valuation

AI firm Anthropic is in early talks to raise over thirty billion dollars. The company seeks a valuation exceeding nine hundred billion dollars. This funding aims to support its growing AI software demand. The deal could close by month-end. Anthropic is a leader in AI tools.

The Economic Times · May 13

Elon Musk, Sam Altman and the world's billionaires are terrified of the Google AI genius behind a 25-year-old computer game, because they think he might actually end up controlling god

"There is a very low probability of a good future if someone doesn't slow Demis down."

PC Gamer · May 12

5 huge Android 17 upgrades are coming this year — Here are the best new features announced at The Android Show

Google showcased several major Android 17 features ahead of Google I/O 2026.

Android Central · May 12

Gemini on Google Home just got way faster for common tasks in its latest update, and can now answer more useful questions without pushing you to the Home app — oh, and it'll finally tell you how to mix cocktails

The Google Home app has been updated with significantly faster Gemini performance when you're using voice commands or asking questions

TechRadar · May 12

Googlebook is coming... but what about Chromebooks? Here's what Google has to say

Questions remain about the future of ChromeOS following the Googlebook announcement.

Android Central · May 12

'Indians hiring Indians': Former Google contractor says he was asked to train his replacement

A former Google contractor, Stephen Vivien, said it was mean, harsh and dehumanizing when he was asked to train his replacement and his whole team's jobs were sent to India, the Phillipines and Ireland. Vivien said this for an H-1B documentary for GB News, which interviewed US techies who lost…

The Times of India · May 12

Intel’s Big Rally Continues, But Much of the Optimism Is Already Priced In

Intel’s remarkable rally reflects growing investor confidence in the company’s turnaround efforts and its expanding role in the AI infrastructure boom.

Barchart · May 12