(opens original source in a new tab)ElectrekAs EV sales, oil costs and temperatures spike, UK gov’t considers… fewer EVs?The UK government is considering relaxing its landmark electric vehicle rules, even in the face of inflated oil prices, a recordbreaking year for temperatures and wildfires, and EV sales that are already rising fast enough to meet the government’s current target. (opens original source in a new tab)Jameson Dow·12 August 2026
Startups (opens original source in a new tab)TechCrunchGrubhub’s $24M FTC settlement is finally reaching diners and driversChecks are being mailed from Grubhub's $23.8 million fine from the FTC after it settled allegations over its business practices. (opens original source in a new tab)Lauren Forristal·12 August 2026
Startups (opens original source in a new tab)TechCrunchAI coding startup Cognition reportedly already in talks to raise at $40B valuationCognition may be looking to raise another mega round just a few months after raising $1 billion at a $26 billion valuation. (opens original source in a new tab)Julie Bort·12 August 2026
Industry News (opens original source in a new tab)IPWatchdogAI Chatbots and Trademark Confusion: No Human Means No Confusion, and No Confusion Means No CaseAs AI assistants take over product discovery and purchase, the likelihood of confusion test is losing the consumer it was built around. And brands are therefore losing their primary line of defense. For decades, building a brand has meant the same, patient work. You develop a differentiated story, then bring it to life everywhere a customer might meet it: Advertising; digital; packaging; product design; customer care. Every piece is guided by consumer insight, a hard-won read on what a person fe (opens original source in a new tab)Allen Adamson·12 August 2026
(opens original source in a new tab)Breaking DefenseDefeating modern threats with capable, affordable munitions[Sponsored] L3Harris’ launched effects portfolio comes from a pedigree of proven capabilities and decades of experience. (opens original source in a new tab)Jennifer Petersen·12 August 2026
(opens original source in a new tab)STAT NewsWHO says Trump’s latest vaccine policy order is misguidedThe White House's order attempting to overhaul the vaccine schedule could subject children to more needles and more disease risk, world health leaders say. (opens original source in a new tab)Helen Branswell·12 August 2026
(opens original source in a new tab)ElectrekLectric XP Lite2 e-bike + largest $508 bundle from $999, Anker SOLIX 3,840Wh F3800 power station $1,800, EcoFlow, tools, moreLeading our midweek Green Deals pack is a spotlight on the largest bundle in 2026 on Lectric’s XP Lite2 Long-Range Folding Lightweight e-bikes with $508 in FREE gear from $999 that is one of several solid deals from the brand’s Back to School Sale. Next, Amazon is undercutting Anker’s SOLIX Fan Fest Mega Sale on the 3,840Wh F3800 Portable Power Station for $1,800, while EcoFlow has launched a 48-hour four-unit bundle flash sale starting from $979. We also have a one-day-only 2026 low for a 48V G (opens original source in a new tab)Reinette LeJeune·12 August 2026
(opens original source in a new tab)New ScientistRunning with a stroller seems to reduce the risk of injuriesPushing a pram while running may reduce the force produced with each foot strike, decreasing the risk of injuries (opens original source in a new tab)Christa Lesté-Lasserre·12 August 2026
(opens original source in a new tab)AxiosICE plans to put electric-shock gloves on officers' handsImmigration and Customs Enforcement plans to begin using electric shock gloves designed to cause pain and disrupt a person's ability to react.The big picture: The gloves could give ICE officers a new way to use force as their tactics face intense scrutiny after several de (opens original source in a new tab)Avery Lotz·12 August 2026
Startups (opens original source in a new tab)TechCrunchAs AI safety concerns mount, three pioneers make the case for staying openAt Ai4, three of the world's most respected AI experts — Geoffrey Hinton, Fei-Fei Li, and Andrew Ng — debated regulation, open source access, and how America can compete as China advances in Asia. (opens original source in a new tab)Kate Park·12 August 2026
Startups (opens original source in a new tab)TechCrunchOpenAI-backed Thrive Holdings raises $2B to bring AI to the enterpriseThrive Holdings has raised $2 billion in new funding at a $12 billion valuation from investors like SoftBank, D1 Capital Partners, and Altimeter Capital. (opens original source in a new tab)Rebecca Bellan·12 August 2026