Startups (opens original source in a new tab)TechCrunchApple overhauls its EU App Store fees, loosens rules for alternative app storesApple is simplifying its EU App Store fees, replacing its per-install fee with a 5% commission for apps distributed outside the App Store and making it easier for developers to operate alternative app marketplaces. (opens original source in a new tab)Sarah Perez·18 August 2026
Startups (opens original source in a new tab)TechCrunchComcast adds motion sensing to millions of its newer routers, with a privacy catchA new feature added to Comcast's newest routers can detect if there is motion inside your home without needing traditional motion sensors. (opens original source in a new tab)Zack Whittaker·18 August 2026
Startups (opens original source in a new tab)TechCrunchWhy Apple’s camera-equipped AirPods may not be the ‘pervert pods’ consumers fearApple’s leaked camera-equipped AirPods might avoid the privacy pitfalls of other AI wearables by preventing users from recording photos and videos. (opens original source in a new tab)Sarah Perez·18 August 2026
Startups (opens original source in a new tab)TechCrunchBluesky says its recent outage was caused by another DDoS attackThis is the latest large-scale DDoS attack to hit the social networking site this year. (opens original source in a new tab)Zack Whittaker·18 August 2026
(opens original source in a new tab)YourStoryDG Propulsion builds the small jet engines that India has always had to importThe Delhi-based company designs and manufactures compact turbojets for unmanned aircraft, and one of its engines powered the first flight of an Indian jet-powered loitering munition. (opens original source in a new tab)18 August 2026
(opens original source in a new tab)YourStoryHoverIt builds loitering munitions and surveillance drones in LucknowThe company designs and manufactures unmanned systems ranging from compact surveillance drones to strike platforms and flew India's first jet-powered loitering munition this month. (opens original source in a new tab)18 August 2026
(opens original source in a new tab)YourStoryWhy it’s important to understand fertility testing before beginning IVF treatmentWhy it’s important to understand fertility testing before beginning IVF treatment Starting IVF treatment is an important step in the journey towards parenthood. Before recommending a treatment plan, fertility specialists conduct a comprehensive fertility assessment to understand the factors af (opens original source in a new tab)18 August 2026
(opens original source in a new tab)SmartCompanyWhy JB Hi-Fi’s share price tumble is a bellwether for Aussie retailShares in JB Hi-Fi dove 13% on Monday after an update analysts took as evidence of weakening discretionary spending and an AI bottleneck. The post Why JB Hi-Fi’s share price tumble is a bellwether for Aussie retail appeared first on SmartCompany. (opens original source in a new tab)David Adams·18 August 2026
Startups (opens original source in a new tab)WamdaKhwarizmi Ventures partially exits Bosta, marking sixth portfolio exitSaudi VC Khwarizmi Ventures has partially exited its investment in Egyptian logistics startup Bosta, realising a net multiple of nearly 3x on its total position. Khwarizmi invested in Bosta three times, beginning with its Series A and later leading one of the company’s follow-on rounds. Founded in 2017 by Mohamed Ezzat, Bosta provides technology-enabled logistics and last-mile delivery services to businesses across multiple markets. The transaction marks Khwarizmi Ventures’ sixth por (opens original source in a new tab)18 August 2026
(opens original source in a new tab)YourStoryWhy Rubrik believes cyber resilience, not prevention, is the next frontierAs AI compresses cyberattacks from weeks to seconds, enterprises must prepare to recover from breaches, not just prevent them. Rubrik's Ananth Nag explains why cyber resilience is becoming a boardroom priority. (opens original source in a new tab)18 August 2026
(opens original source in a new tab)SmartCompanyAd watchdog finds Pistachio Papi breached obscenity and violence rules with AI-generated clipDessert spread brand Pistachio Papi has breached Australia's ad standards twice in the past month, with one AI-generated clip depicting a woman being hit by a truck. The post Ad watchdog finds Pistachio Papi breached obscenity and violence rules with AI-generated clip appeared first on SmartCompany. (opens original source in a new tab)David Adams·18 August 2026
