Anthropic is developing its own chip design team to create custom silicon for its AI model, Claude, reducing reliance on companies like Nvidia and AMD. Offering salaries up to $485,000, the initiative indicates a strategic focus on optimizing AI performance and cost efficiency, although near-term reliance on external chips remains necessary.

Carlos Alcaraz has withdrawn from the Cincinnati Open due to a right wrist injury, impacting his U.S. Open preparations. His return timeline remains uncertain, with future appearances hinging on recovery progress.

The FAA is investigating a potential breach of safety protocols when a commercial flight took off as Marine One approached Reagan National. The White House insists there was no danger, but scrutiny persists amid calls for stricter reforms following last year's midair collision.

Late-night TV music slots are dwindling as networks cut back, pushing artists toward online formats and new media for exposure. This shift reflects broader trends in music consumption, emphasizing longer, immersive experiences and digital platforms like TikTok and YouTube as essential for artist visibility and discovery.

Phantom Blade Zero is set to launch on October 29, 2026, for PlayStation 5 and PC, with pre-orders beginning August 11. The game features a unique blend of Chinese martial arts and cinematic combat, distinguishing itself from typical Soulslikes with no enemy respawns on rest and multiple difficulty settings.

Tencent's Hy3 is now accessible via WorkBuddy, Tencent Design Miora, and Tencent Cloud TokenHub, promising a leap in API calls and ranking first on OpenRouter’s leaderboard. The global rollout, seen as a key test of Tencent's AI strategy, aims to enhance their presence in the generative AI market and improve enterprise AI deployment efficiency.

New Mexico AG Raúl Torrez sues the DOJ, accusing it of obstructing a state probe into Jeffrey Epstein's activities at Zorro Ranch. The lawsuit demands unredacted records under the Epstein transparency law, highlighting the DOJ's lack of cooperation and the need for accountability.

The HHS/ORR program for unaccompanied migrant children faces criticism over a new contract awarded without competitive bidding, raising concerns about legal representation and potential conflicts. With the initiative starting August 15, critics question the qualifications of the firm involved and the impact on due process in the face of stringent immigration policies.

Square has teamed up with Google to integrate U.S. food and beverage sellers into the AI-driven Ask Maps, making restaurant discovery and ordering seamless. This initiative allows orders to sync directly with Square's POS, enhancing visibility and simplifying the ordering process without extra setup or fees for sellers.

Detentions of immediate family members of active-duty military personnel are straining military families and delaying deployments, as AP reports 51 such cases since the start of the second term. Public backlash and interventions by Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin highlight political tensions and calls for policy changes to protect these families.