These human TV and movie picks trounce Netflix’s algorithm
Human-curated recommendations from real people outperform Netflix's algorithmic suggestions at helping viewers choose what to watch. The article suggests that human recommendations may be a more effective solution than improving streaming algorithms to reduce decision paralysis.
Exclusive: Inside Amazon’s brutal AI-centric app-ification of HR
Amazon has reduced on-site HR staffing at its warehouses, with HR employees now available only during business hours instead of throughout shifts. Night shift workers must now use an app to address HR concerns, with some workers reporting they see HR staff only one day weekly instead of regularly throughout their shifts.
The dollhouse just got an ingenious design update
A toymaker designed a dollhouse with four accessible rooms, short corner walls, and no ceilings for children ages two to four, replacing the traditional cutaway design. The new structure allows young children to easily reach inside and manipulate small figurines and household objects without knocking over furniture.
Wimbledon adds IBM AI tools for live match coverage
IBM AI tools are being added to Wimbledon's digital platforms, including an upgraded Match Chat assistant and a new Key Moments feature. These updates will be available through the Wimbledon app and wimbledon.com starting with first-round matches on Monday.
BTC price RSI prints key 2026 signal: Five things to know in Bitcoin this week
Bitcoin's relative strength index showed a divergence pattern as the price approached $60,000, with analysts comparing current levels to the $30,000 mark from the 2022 bear market. The RSI signal emerged during the second quarter and June candle close period.
Mynt plans $1.5bn IPO for Philippines mobile payment platform
Mynt is planning a 1.5 billion dollar IPO for its mobile payment platform GCash. The listing would be the largest ever for the Philippines.
Peec AI doubles its valuation betting GEO is the new SEO
Peec AI, a Berlin startup, doubled its valuation to $200 million in pre-money funding talks. The company is betting that geographic AI search will replace traditional Google ranking as the primary marketing strategy.
Bitcoin Cycle Timing: Could the Next BTC Bottom Arrive in October 2026?
Bitcoin's historical cycles suggest a potential major bottom could occur in October 2026, approximately one year after the previous peak. This timing pattern is based on observed cyclical behavior in Bitcoin's price movements over multiple market cycles.
U.S. and Iran Agree to Stand Down, Resume Talks After Days of Hostilities
The U.S. and Iran agreed to cease hostilities and resume diplomatic negotiations following days of reciprocal attacks. The countries will return to talks aimed at resolving their underlying disputes through discussion rather than military action.
ETH Zurich’s bidirectional pixel could turn screens into cameras
A bidirectional pixel developed at ETH Zurich can both emit light to display images and absorb light to capture them in a single unit. The research was published in Nature and demonstrates that the same tiny pixel element performs both display and camera functions.
Turning university research into real, impactful businesses right here in SA
# Summary University research is being transformed into impactful businesses in South Africa through cross-faculty collaboration. Wayne Stocks from Stocks & Strauss identifies these collaborative opportunities as the most promising ventures to fund.
Kiwoom eyes Bithumb stake as Korean brokerages push into crypto: Report
Kiwoom Securities is seeking to acquire a stake in crypto exchange Bithumb. Korean brokerages are moving into crypto ahead of new FSC regulatory reforms scheduled for July.
Bitcoin falls into a technical no man’s land as major support levels sit miles away
Bitcoin is trading below key technical and onchain valuation levels. Historical bear market patterns suggest a potential bottom closer to $45,000.
Tesla settles a fatal Full Self-Driving crash lawsuit
Tesla settled a lawsuit concerning a fatal 2023 crash that involved its Full Self-Driving Supervised system. The settlement terms remain undisclosed, though a federal safety investigation into the incident continues.
Leverage that fuelled US stock rally becomes a growing concern
Equity financing costs have risen due to increased demand for leveraged positions and space needed for large initial public offerings. This unexpected jump in borrowing expenses is creating growing concerns about the leverage that fuelled recent US stock market gains.
The AI Era Is Creating a New Trust Crisis at Work. Great Leaders Respond With 3 Simple Behaviors
Companies whose leaders rebuild trust after AI-driven layoffs recover fastest. Leaders accomplish this through three simple behaviors that restore confidence in their teams.
I'd ticked all the boxes so decision to resign easy - Clarke
Scotland's head coach Steve Clarke resigned after the team failed to reach the knockout stage of a tournament. Clarke stated he had predetermined this would be his departure point if the team did not advance past the group stage.
Download your free Nations Championship wall chart here!
A free downloadable wall chart displaying all fixtures for the inaugural Nations Championship is available, covering both Summer and Autumn fixtures with start times and stadiums. The chart includes complete scheduling information for putting up at home or in the office.
SpaceX wants its own gas pipeline to fuel Starship
SpaceX plans to build its own natural gas pipeline called Starpipe, which would run eight miles to Starbase in Texas. The pipeline represents an unusual move for a space company, as most rocket firms purchase fuel rather than constructing their own supply infrastructure.
Why telecoms resellers are being priced out
Telecoms resellers face barriers including high capital costs, compliance requirements, and minimum spending thresholds that prevent smaller players from entering the market, according to Backspace Technologies. These economic constraints are limiting competition among companies trying to resell telecommunications services.
POINTS PATROL: New demerit system: What South African motorists need to know
The AARTO demerit system will launch in South Africa on July 1, 2026, assigning points to drivers for traffic violations. Motorists will face license suspension or revocation when accumulated demerit points reach specified thresholds.
UK firm bombarded debt-ridden people with 5.5M texts
KRA Consultancy Ltd sent 5.5 million text messages to debt-ridden people with fake bailiff threats. The UK firm received a £300,000 fine for the calculated scheme that caused real fear and distress.
The central bank of central banks warns AI frenzy could trigger stock-market slump and jeopardize economy
The Bank for International Settlements warned that elevated stock valuations combined with investor complaciness and circular financing arrangements could destabilize credit markets and harm economic growth. The BIS identified risks including excessive leverage in financial markets and interconnected funding structures that may amplify losses during market downturns.
HOUGHTON SHOOTING: Crime Intelligence’s Feroz Khan shot in attempted assassination, police deploy ‘maximum resources’
A Crime Intelligence officer named Feroz Khan was shot in Johannesburg in what police called an attempted assassination. The incident occurred during the week Khan was scheduled to testify before the Madlanga Commission of Inquiry, with police deploying maximum resources to investigate.
Why ‘permabear’ Jeremy Grantham is steering his own cash into high-flying tech companies
Jeremy Grantham, typically skeptical of markets, has invested his personal cash into high-flying technology companies. Social media recently scrutinized his personal portfolio, contrasting his cautious public stance with his actual investment choices.
The One Thing a Water Quality Scientist Wants You to Know About Drinking Tap
Most contaminants in tap water cannot be detected by taste, smell, or sight, making sensory perception an unreliable guide to water safety. Water quality scientists say harmful substances like bacteria and chemicals are the most common contaminants found in drinking water supplies.
Lindt heads for worst quarter in 17 years on price-hike fallout
Lindt is heading toward its worst quarter in 17 years as consumers reduce chocolate purchases in response to price increases. The company's strategy of raising prices to offset elevated cocoa costs has reached its limits with demand declining.
How to make Linux look like MacOS for free - with a few simple ZorinOS tweaks
Zorin OS can be configured with simple tweaks to resemble macOS's user interface at no cost. The operating system provides customization options that allow users transitioning from Apple to achieve a Mac-like appearance on their Linux distro.
Toward experiment-guided AlphaFold: Researchers overcome AI tool's single-conformation limitation
AlphaFold can now be guided with experimental data to predict multiple protein conformations instead of collapsing heterogeneous structures into a single dominant shape. Researchers at ISTA developed this approach by incorporating experimental conditions that alter local protein structure, as published in Nature Biotechnology.
‘Suppressed talents’: How the workplace is still failing neurodivergent workers
Fortune 500 companies have created hiring programs for neurodivergent workers, including Microsoft's tailored multiday interview process and JPMorganChase's hiring of over 150 neurodivergent employees through specialized interviews. Google Cloud trained hundreds of managers to support autistic applicants, while Palantir launched a fellowship for neurodivergent talent.