TECHNOLOGYArcee, a US open source AI lab, says Chinese models are not inherently dangerousAs Chinese AI models grow in capability and popularity among U.S. companies, the arguing over what should be done about them has reached a fever pitch.TechCrunch·July 22, 2026
TECHNOLOGYSubstack’s new tool tells you who’s been writing their newsletters with AISubstack is giving readers a way to estimate how much of a newsletter was written by AI, signaling a broader shift toward transparency around AI-assisted content.TechCrunch·July 22, 2026
TECHNOLOGYOpenAI’s AI spending spree has ballooned to $750BOpenAI will spend the equivalent of Sweden's GDP on infrastructure through 2030.TechCrunch·July 22, 2026
TECHNOLOGYPhilips’ new smart toothbrush shows you where you didn’t properly brushThe latest addition to Philips' Sonicare line of smart electric toothbrushes could take the guesswork out of your brushing routine. The Next-Generation DiamondClean 9900 Prestige uses a third-generation AI model to provide real-time feedback on how you're brushing through a glowing ring on its base,The Verge·July 22, 2026
TECHNOLOGYWhy are OpenAI and Anthropic cheering on regulation in Australia? The answer has global reach<p>The companies hope to follow in the footsteps of SpaceX, which raised $86bn and soared to a $2.1tn valuation after it listed on public markets in June</p><ul><li><p>Get our <a href="https://www.theguardian.com/email-newsletters?CMP=cvau_sfl">breaking news email</a>, <a href="https://app.adjust.coThe Guardian·July 22, 2026
TECHNOLOGYAustralia to warn China it won’t be bullied by ‘provocative‘ actions as it builds military and nuclear arsenal<p>Foreign minister Penny Wong will deliver speech criticising China’s recent launch of a nuclear-capable submarine-launched missile</p><ul><li><p>Get our <a href="https://www.theguardian.com/email-newsletters?CMP=cvau_sfl">breaking news email</a>, <a href="https://app.adjust.com/w4u7jx3">free app</The Guardian·July 22, 2026
TECHNOLOGYAustralia to warn China it won’t be bullied by ‘provocative‘ actions as it builds military and nuclear arsenal<p>Foreign minister Penny Wong will deliver speech criticising China’s recent launch of a nuclear-capable submarine-launched missile</p><ul><li><p>Get our <a href="https://www.theguardian.com/email-newsletters?CMP=cvau_sfl">breaking news email</a>, <a href="https://app.adjust.com/w4u7jx3">free app</The Guardian·July 22, 2026
TECHNOLOGYAustralia to warn China it won’t be bullied by ‘provocative‘ actions as it builds military and nuclear arsenal<p>Foreign minister Penny Wong will deliver speech criticising China’s recent launch of a nuclear-capable submarine-launched missile</p><ul><li><p>Get our <a href="https://www.theguardian.com/email-newsletters?CMP=cvau_sfl">breaking news email</a>, <a href="https://app.adjust.com/w4u7jx3">free app</The Guardian·July 22, 2026
TECHNOLOGYAustralia news live: Origin Energy investigating potential data breach that could affect millions; ex-Socceroo captain’s devastating CTE diagnosis<p> Follow today’s news live</p><ul><li><p>Get our <a href="https://www.theguardian.com/email-newsletters?CMP=cvau_sfl">breaking news email</a>, <a href="https://app.adjust.com/w4u7jx3">free app</a> or <a href="https://www.theguardian.com/australia-news/series/full-story?CMP=cvau_sfl">daily news podThe Guardian·July 22, 2026
TECHNOLOGYFrench lawmakers approve a sweeping social media ban for children under 15The move makes France the first country in the European Union to pass a blanket ban on platforms as concerns grow worldwide over the harmful effects of digital content on kids.NPR·July 22, 2026
TECHNOLOGYAlleged rape victim ‘could have done a lot better’ if she had made up claims against well-connected Melbourne man, court told<p>Prosecutor tells court that ‘gaps or inconsistencies’ in the woman’s account ‘enhances her credibility’, but the defence maintains she is lying</p><ul><li><p>Get our <a href="https://www.theguardian.com/email-newsletters?CMP=cvau_sfl">breaking news email</a>, <a href="https://app.adjust.com/w4u7jThe Guardian·July 22, 2026
TECHNOLOGYTrump's push for American-made AI chips hits TSMC's marginsThe Taiwan-based chipmaker has announced $200 billion in investment into U.S. manufacturing since Trump returned to power in 2025.CNBC·July 22, 2026