Mira Murati spent six and a half years at OpenAI as its chief technology officer (CTO) before stepping down in September 2024. Now, her AI startup Thinking Machines Lab (TML), which was founded in February, closed a $2 billion seed round this week that values the startup at $12 billion, a spokesperson told TechCrunch. TML…
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Police in Los Angeles recovered more than than 140 vehicles from the truck operators in Van Nuys https://www.carscoops.com/author/chris-chilton-cc/ by Chris Chilton 1 hour ago Cops busted a towing operation accused of taking cars illegally then charging inflated fees. One victim was told to hand over $15,000 in exchange for their car’s return, the LAPD says….
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An electric version of the Ford Bronco has been launched in China, but the iconic SUV – electric or otherwise – remains off the cards for Australia for now. Made by Ford and Jiangling Motors, the Ford Bronco New Energy is exclusive to China, where it’s scheduled to go on sale later this year, and isn’t…
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I love this video! The Torque Test Channel is always putting up great tool testing videos, and we share them often, but every now and then they put something up like this which is just scientific enough to be relevant, but not crazy. I am particularly entertained by this one because I did in fact…
Electric vehicles promise lower running costs—but what about resale value? We compared depreciation rates of BMW’s top electric models with their gasoline counterparts to find out which ones hold their value best. BMWs are (generally) excellent to drive. But as a luxury marque, it’s impossible to ignore the fact that a BMW vehicle will,…
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Ulysse Nardin has long carved a path as one of the more daring names in watchmaking, with a reputation for pushing technical and stylistic boundaries. The renowned Swiss watchmaker proudly reveals the all-new BLAST Free Wheel Maillechort as a clear reflection of that spirit. Limited to just 50 pieces, the special edition BLAST takes a…
To that end, the CLA starts from more or less a clean-sheet design. It introduces a brand-new platform, rather than building on that of the EQS and EQE. It represents quite a departure for Mercedes, which has thus far kept its electric and combustion platforms separate. This new architecture supports both, being primarily designed for…
Rather than ditch the segment – or phone it in – Audi has doubled down on performance and handling for its new S5. But here’s why, in some areas, it’s taken a step back. Skip ahead: Introduction Running costs Price and specification Energy use Interior space and comfort On-road assessment Connectivity and infotainment Summary Safety…
Finding a good deal is only a small part of planning a trip. For a smooth trip, ensure a personalized booking experience from start to finish. In 2025, travel agencies are hit with greater demands from customers who expect instant bookings, real-time notifications, and customized travel plans, all within a click’s reach. To continue thriving…
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Web applications are a prime target for cyberattacks. They’re often public-facing, constantly changing, and heavily relied on for business operations. That makes them an easy focus for threat actors looking to exploit weaknesses. The challenge is that many vulnerabilities don’t show up in static code reviews or secure development checklists. They only appear when the…
