Thursday, June 25, 2026 edition: AI and Tech Advancements

Lead storyAI1 min read

Latest news and updates in AI, tech, and open source

OpenAI has unveiled its new AI chip, Jalapeno, which is expected to revolutionize the field of artificial intelligence. Qualcomm is acquiring Modular for $4 billion in an AI software push, and SpaceX is acquiring AI coding startup Cursor in a $60 billion all-stock deal. The tech industry is also seeing a wave of layoffs, with Oracle cutting 21,000 jobs, citing AI adoption as a major factor. Meta has unveiled new smart glasses for $299, and GeekWire reports that 'Digit' maker Agility Robotics is going public in a $2.5B deal.

Source: TechCrunch

Products, platforms and the hardware beneath them4 stories

Tech

Tech Dispatch Story 1

Additional reporting is being compiled for this section as our newsroom continues to monitor developments. More details are expected as the situation evolves and new information becomes available from primary sources. This story will be updated as facts emerge.

Gazette Desk1 min read

Capital, deals and momentum2 stories

Startups

Halo Raises $7M to Launch Amidst Broader Tech Layoff Wave

In a recent development, Halo has successfully raised $7 million in funding to launch its operations. This move comes at a time when the tech industry is witnessing a significant…

Tech Startups2 min read

Community releases and the repo beat2 stories

Open Source

Open-Source AI Projects Gain Momentum, OpenMontage Leads the Way

The open-source community is witnessing a surge in AI-related projects, with OpenMontage being one of the most notable examples. OpenMontage is an open-source, agentic video…

GitHub1 min read

Open Source

Threats, privacy and governance1 story

Security

AI-Driven Security Risks on the Rise as Tech Giants Invest Heavily in AI

The increasing adoption of artificial intelligence (AI) in various industries has raised significant concerns about security and privacy. As tech giants like Meta, Google, and Oracle continue to invest heavily in AI, the potential risks associated with AI-driven systems are becoming more pronounced. The recent unveiling of AI-powered chips, such as OpenAI's Jalapeno, and the launch of AI-driven banks, like Malaysia's Ryt Bank, have highlighted the growing dependence on AI in critical infrastructure. However, this increased reliance on AI also creates new vulnerabilities that can be exploited by malicious actors, potentially leading to devastating consequences.

The Silicon Gazette, citing reports from TechCrunch and The Information

What developers starred and forked today

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Tech Dispatch Story 1

Halo Raises $7M to Launch Amidst Broader Tech Layoff Wave

Open-Source AI Projects Gain Momentum, OpenMontage Leads the Way

AI-Driven Security Risks on the Rise as Tech Giants Invest Heavily in AI

react by facebook on GitHub (opens in a new tab)

Market brief

AI Adoption Wave Hits Tech Industry, Oracle Cuts 21,000 Jobs

AI-Powered Startups Attract Significant Investment, SpaceX Acquires Cursor

Qualcomm's $4 Billion Acquisition of Modular Marks Significant Push into AI Software

SpaceX Acquires AI Coding Startup Cursor in $60 Billion Deal

Open-Source Revolution: OpenMontage Takes Center Stage

container by apple on GitHub (opens in a new tab)

OpenMontage by calesthio on GitHub (opens in a new tab)

daily_stock_analysis by ZhuLinsen on GitHub (opens in a new tab)

ai-website-cloner-template by JCodesMore on GitHub (opens in a new tab)