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Google's 'dark web report' feature will no longer be available starting in February: Launched initially about a year and a half ago, this tool aimed to help users monitor their personal information on the dark web. Read More

Ford's next F-150 Lightning will have a gas generator as it pivots away from large EVs : The company is abandoning plans for a brand new all-electric pickup truck codenamed "T3" and ending production of the battery-only Lightning. Read More

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Lightspeed raises record $9B in fresh capital: The massive fund haul will allow the Silicon Valley firm to continue to invest in cash hungry AI startups. Read More

Tesla starts testing robotaxis in Austin with no safety driver: It's one of the last big steps before the company can truly claim it's operating a robotaxi service, and start to take on Waymo. Read More

Lidar-maker Luminar files for bankruptcy: The filing marks the end of a tumultuous year full of layoffs, executive departures, and piling debts. Read More

Facebook Messenger's desktop app is no more: The app remains usable via the web, Facebook app, and through the mobile app for iOS and Android. Read More

Netflix responds to concerns about WBD deal: Industry concerns over Netflix acquiring Warner Bros. has led executives to address fears regarding jobs and theatrical releases. Read More

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Last but Not Least

Mirelo raises $41M from Index and a16z to solve AI video's silent problem: Mirelo, a German startup that is building AI to add synced sound effects to videos, has raised a $41 million seed round led by Index Ventures and Andreessen Horowitz. Read More