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Apple Sets 18+ Minimum for Dating Apps and Romance Chatbots
From November 16, developers must answer new App Store questions about dating, romantic or sexual features—including interactions with AI companions—and disclose whether apps share users’ real-world locations.
Top in AI
OpenAI Names Dan Driscoll National Security Adviser
The newly created role will focus on applying AI to national security and cyber defense, including helping U.S. allies adopt the technology responsibly.
Driscoll will advise OpenAI leaders and work with government, industry, academic and allied partners.
Apple Watch Beta Adds AI Conversation Tools
On the Series 12 and Ultra 4, Live Rewind shows a transcript of the previous 15 seconds, while Siri Recap creates summaries of conversations.
Both features are in the watchOS 27.3 developer beta and must be enabled by users.
Anthropic Blocks Claude Code From Cloning Existing Games
The system-prompt rule applies even when a clone is renamed, while original games and custom assets remain allowed. Some users say it has also interfered with original projects.
Top in Robotics
Apple’s Home Robot Could Slip to 2028
The tabletop device is designed with a swiveling 9-inch screen that follows people and could cost at least $1,000.
The hardware was reportedly finished about two years ago, but software delays have prompted Apple to consider launching with only FaceTime and basic smart-home controls.
Corridian raises $38 million for autonomous cargo submersibles
The autonomous vehicles are designed to carry ISO containers thousands of nautical miles without a crew, serving delivery, surveillance and contested-logistics missions. Corridian plans to unveil its flagship vehicle in 2027.
Top in Markets
SpaceX Explores Boost Mobile Deal for Wireless Push
The reported discussions include gaining access to Boost’s network, which leases capacity from AT&T and T-Mobile, rather than buying the carrier outright.
Pairing terrestrial coverage with Starlink’s satellite-to-mobile service could give SpaceX a route to sell wireless service in the U.S.
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Base iPhone 18 Reportedly Set for a Price Hike
A Weibo leaker says the standard model will use Apple’s A20 chip, built on a 2-nanometer process, and have a larger battery than the iPhone 17.
The report does not specify the size of the price increase or which market it would affect.
Top in Startups
Fal Raises $1.3 Billion at $16 Billion Valuation
Its valuation has doubled since April, as customers—especially users of open-source models—drive demand for services that run trained AI models and generate outputs.
Top in Design
Premiere Mobile Adds Licensed Music
Creators will be able to add up to 60 seconds of a song to personal, non-commercial videos, with tracks supplied through deals with Universal Music Group and Warner Music Group.
