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    OpenClaw just launched an official app for iPhone, details here

    OpenClaw just launched an official app for iPhone, details here

    Jul 02, 2026  Twila Rosenbaum
    OpenClaw, the personal AI assistant that runs on your own devices, has launched its first official mobile app for iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, and Android. The app allows users to manage their OpenClaw Gateway from their phone, enabling secure chat, voice mode, action approvals, and device-aware automation. Originally known as Clawdbot, the project gained OpenAI's support and emphasizes local-first privacy and user control.
    watchOS 27 has brand new default Home Screen for Apple Watch

    watchOS 27 has brand new default Home Screen for Apple Watch

    Jul 02, 2026  Twila Rosenbaum
    watchOS 27 brings a third Home Screen view called the dynamic app grid, which becomes the new default. It automatically highlights Siri-suggested and recently used apps, with the Siri app front and center. The traditional Grid and List views are still available via a shortcut at the bottom. Early beta feedback suggests relevant suggestions make it a compelling upgrade.
    Apple accelerates security updates in response to AI-powered hacking risks

    Apple accelerates security updates in response to AI-powered hacking risks

    Jul 02, 2026  Twila Rosenbaum
    Apple has pushed out security updates earlier than planned, acknowledging that AI models can now accelerate the discovery and exploitation of vulnerabilities. The company merged fixes originally slated for version 26.6 into the current 26.5.2 releases to reduce the window for attackers. This move reflects a broader industry trend as governments and labs race to manage AI-powered cyber threats.
    Corgi, the buzzy Y Combinator-backed insurance tech startup, says it didn’t steal an open source product

    Corgi, the buzzy Y Combinator-backed insurance tech startup, says it didn’t steal an open source product

    Jul 02, 2026  Twila Rosenbaum
    Y Combinator-backed insurance tech startup Corgi has been accused by Papermark, an open source data room software maker, of stealing its code. Corgi denies this, claiming no code was used, though admitted to using a vibe-coding design that replicated features. The controversy raises questions about intellectual property in the age of AI-assisted development.
    Former Infosys chief has a new startup that wants to challenge the IT services world

    Former Infosys chief has a new startup that wants to challenge the IT services world

    Jul 01, 2026  Twila Rosenbaum
    Vishal Sikka, former CEO of Infosys, has launched Hang Ten Systems, a new startup that aims to disrupt the IT services industry using AI-driven development. The company has raised $32 million in seed funding from Mayfield, Aramco Ventures, and angel investors. Hang Ten focuses on agentic code generation, reusable AI skills, and domain expertise to help enterprises build and maintain software. The startup already counts Siemens Gamesa and Fresenius as customers, signaling strong early demand for AI-native IT services.
    Anthropic becomes first AI startup to join the Frontier carbon removal coalition

    Anthropic becomes first AI startup to join the Frontier carbon removal coalition

    Jul 01, 2026  Twila Rosenbaum
    Anthropic has joined Frontier, the carbon removal collective, contributing to a new $915 million funding tranche. It marks the first time a pure AI startup has joined the group. The move comes amid growing scrutiny of AI companies' energy consumption and carbon footprints. Frontier aims to accelerate the carbon removal industry to help companies meet climate pledges.
    The US government’s Anthropic models ban was never about an AI jailbreak

    The US government’s Anthropic models ban was never about an AI jailbreak

    Jul 01, 2026  Twila Rosenbaum
    The U.S. Commerce Department sent Anthropic a letter banning non-Americans from accessing its latest AI models, citing unspecified national security concerns. In response, Anthropic shut down both Fable 5 and Mythos 5 for all customers. Security experts argue the move was not about an AI jailbreak but rather a retaliatory action by the administration, setting a dangerous precedent for tech companies.
    A comprehensive list of 2025 tech layoffs

    A comprehensive list of 2025 tech layoffs

    Jul 01, 2026  Twila Rosenbaum
    The tech layoff wave continued in 2025, with over 22,000 workers affected by February alone. This comprehensive tracker lists every known layoff from major companies like Amazon, Microsoft, Intel, and many startups. From January through December, job cuts spanned AI, manufacturing, retail, and more. Stay updated on the human impact of the ongoing industry shakeup.
    ChatGPT: A 2025 timeline of updates to OpenAI’s text-generating chatbot

    ChatGPT: A 2025 timeline of updates to OpenAI’s text-generating chatbot

    Jul 01, 2026  Twila Rosenbaum
    OpenAI's ChatGPT saw rapid evolution in 2025, including the launch of GPT-5 and GPT-5.2, new agent features, enterprise expansions, and legal battles. This article chronicles the year's most significant developments.
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