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Waymo Is Trying to Crack Down on Solo Kids in Driverless Cars
- By Abigail Avery
- . May 1, 2026
By law, autonomous vehicles aren’t allowed to carry unaccompanied minors in California. Waymo, Alphabet’s self-driving-car company, doesn’t allow kids under 18 to ride alone anywhere
Trump Says Iran Conflict Over, Nasdaq Sets Record High, Bitcoin Climbs 2.5%
- By Joseph Rees
- . May 1, 2026
Key Takeaways: Trump declared U.S.-Iran hostilities “terminated” on May 1, bypassing the War Powers Resolution’s 60-day authorization deadline. Bitcoin climbed 2.52% near $79,000 earlier today,
Trump declares end of Iran conflict, uranium deal remains uncertain
- By Adam Forsyth
- . May 1, 2026
## Market Snapshot US obtains Iranian enriched uranium market is priced at 8.5% YES for May 31, down from 10% a week ago. Iran enriched
Meta buys robotic startup to bolster its humanoid AI ambitions
- By Abigail Avery
- . May 1, 2026
Meta has acquired humanoid robotics startup Assured Robot Intelligence for an undisclosed sum, the social media giant said. “We acquired Assured Robot Intelligence, a company
MSTR Snaps 9-Month Losing Streak With 33% Gain in April
- By Adam Forsyth
- . May 1, 2026
MSTR is up roughly 9.5% year-to-date, placing it ahead of the Nasdaq and the S&P 500, while the BTC backing its treasury is down
Apple Sales Jump as ‘Most Popular’ iPhone Fuels Growth
- By Abigail Avery
- . May 1, 2026
Apple reported strong quarterly revenue as iPhone demand surged, but questions remain around AI strategy, rising costs, and leadership changes. The post Apple Sales Jump
JPX Targets 2027 Japanese Crypto ETF Launch
- By Joseph Rees
- . May 1, 2026
Key Takeaways: Japan Exchange Group targets 2027 crypto ETFs pending legal and tax reforms. JPX shift mirrors U.S. bitcoin ETF success, signaling rising institutional demand.
137 Ventures reloads with $700m to chase AI agents and space
- By Adam Forsyth
- . May 1, 2026
137 Ventures has raised over $700m across two new funds, lifting AUM above $15b as it doubles down on AI agents, robotics, advanced industry and
Samsung’s Galaxy Book 6 Ultra is made for creative pros
- By Abigail Avery
- . May 1, 2026
Samsung’s flagship Galaxy Book 6 Ultra laptop has the premium build, processor and graphics muscle required by creative pros. Can it replace a MacBook Pro?
Trump comments hint at US-Iran tensions amid Strait of Hormuz blockade
- By Adam Forsyth
- . May 1, 2026
## Market Snapshot The market for a US declaration of war on Iran by December 31, 2026, is currently priced at 7.5% for a YES