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Tech27 Agu 2026

FDA Clears Groundbreaking Pancreatic Cancer Drug After Decades of Elusive KRAS Targets

The Food and Drug Administration has granted expedited approval to daraxonrasib, sold under the brand name Rasonque, for adults with metastatic pancreatic cancer. In clinical trials, the once-daily pill nearly doubled median overall survival compared to standard chemotherapy by targeting previously undruggable RAS proteins. While the clearance represents a major clinical milestone, patient advocates and clinicians note that high list prices and drug resistance pose significant ongoing challenges.

By NeuraFeed

Tech27 Agu 2026

Viral AI Assistant Maker Instinct Reaches $2.5B Valuation on Fresh $350M Funding

Artificial intelligence startup Instinct has closed a $250 million Series B round, pushing its total raised capital to $350 million and establishing a $2.5 billion valuation. Led by founder Noah Shinn, the stealthy venture operates an automated personal assistant designed to manage digital chores over SMS and phone calls. The dramatic valuation jump comes despite mounting scrutiny from early testers regarding broad data access and aggressive data retention terms.

By NeuraFeed

Tech27 Agu 2026

iPhone Ultra Debut Set for Sept 9 With High Stakes

Apple has officially confirmed a September 9 launch event for its upcoming hardware lineup, headlined by the anticipated debut of its first foldable device, the iPhone Ultra. The high stakes showcase will also mark the first major keynote hosted by incoming CEO John Ternus. Furthermore, Apple is shifting its strategy by omitting budget models from the autumn stage, reserving standard tiers for 2027.

By NeuraFeed

Tech26 Agu 2026

OpenAI's Data Center Chief Departs Amid Strategic Shift to Leasing and Executive Exodus

OpenAI's head of data centers, Chris Malone, has left the company after 17 months, marking another high-profile executive departure as the AI giant reorganizes its infrastructure team. The company is reportedly shifting its data center strategy from building to primarily leasing facilities, a move that coincides with a significant leadership reshuffle and preparations for a potential 2027 IPO. This change in strategy and leadership comes amidst an ambitious expansion of computing power and increasing scrutiny on the company's operational stability.

By NeuraFeed

Tech25 Agu 2026

SEC Launches Probe into Situational Awareness AI Hedge Fund After Near-Implosion

The Securities and Exchange Commission is investigating the near-collapse and discounted liquidation of the AI hedge fund Situational Awareness. The SEC has issued subpoenas to major Wall Street banks, seeking details on the fund's trading activities and communications regarding its substantial leverage. The fund, founded by former OpenAI researcher Leopold Aschenbrenner, experienced a rapid decline after significant losses in its AI-linked investments.

By NeuraFeed

Tech24 Agu 2026

Grand Theft Auto VI: Delays, Leaks, and a Netflix Debut

Rockstar Games' highly anticipated Grand Theft Auto VI has faced multiple delays, now targeting a November 19, 2026 release for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S. The game has been plagued by significant leaks, including extensive gameplay footage and map details, leading to legal action from parent company Take-Two Interactive. Despite the setbacks, Rockstar is preparing for an "extended look" at the game, set to debut on Netflix before its YouTube release.

By NeuraFeed

Tech22 Agu 2026

Apple Realigns Strategy, Cuts Jobs in Vision Pro and Siri Teams Amid AI and Smart Glasses Push

Apple is reportedly cutting over 200 jobs across its Vision Pro, Siri, and Intelligent Systems Experience teams as it pivots towards artificial intelligence and future smart glasses. The restructuring impacts approximately 100 roles within the Vision Pro division, particularly those focused on gaming and immersive video, and another 100 across Siri and AI-driven software groups. This move reflects a strategic shift to re-architect Siri with enhanced AI capabilities and prioritize the development of more mass-market friendly smart glasses.

By NeuraFeed

Tech21 Agu 2026

Nevada Greenlights Major Robotaxi Expansion, Paving Way for Thousands of Autonomous Vehicles

Nevada's Transportation Authority has approved permits for Tesla, Uber, and Waymo to operate commercial robotaxi services in Clark County, including Las Vegas. These approvals could lead to the deployment of up to 8,000 robotaxis over the next year, significantly transforming local transportation. While Tesla initially received a highly restricted permit for 10 vehicles, a subsequent approval allows for up to 5,000, though the company anticipates deploying around 2,500 in the first year.

By NeuraFeed

Tech20 Agu 2026

OpenAI Bolsters Enterprise Privacy with Zero Data Retention and Private Safety Processing

OpenAI is intensifying its focus on customer privacy by expanding its Zero Data Retention (ZDR) offering for eligible API customers and introducing a new Private Safety Processing system. These initiatives aim to provide enhanced data protection for businesses utilizing OpenAI's frontier models, addressing growing concerns about data privacy in enterprise AI. The move positions OpenAI in a competitive landscape with rivals like Anthropic, who are also emphasizing privacy safeguards.

By NeuraFeed

Tech18 Agu 2026

Anthropic's Revenue Skyrockets to $65 Billion Annualized, Setting Stage for Historic IPO

Anthropic, a leading AI model developer, has seen its annualized revenue run rate surge to over $65 billion by the end of July, marking a more than sevenfold increase since late 2025. This explosive growth is driven by strong enterprise adoption of its Claude models, particularly Claude Code, and has propelled the company to its first profitable quarter. With preliminary Q2 2026 revenue exceeding $11.5 billion and positive adjusted operating income, Anthropic is now poised for a potential public offering as early as this fall, targeting a valuation that could surpass $2 trillion.

By NeuraFeed