Apple unveils new online safety tools for children and teens, enhancing privacy and content control features. The update includes on-device machine learning to blur harmful images and improved parental controls.

Robinhood Markets is set to launch Robinhood Ventures Fund I, aiming to give retail investors access to private companies pre-IPO, a significant shift in investment accessibility. The fund awaits SEC approval, with plans to facilitate trading on Robinhood's platform, while the company also expands into crypto and tokenized stocks despite regulatory scrutiny.

Sofia Vergara missed the 2025 Emmys due to a severe eye allergy, sharing her hospital visit on Instagram. Despite her absence, the event celebrated 'Adolescence' and historic wins, with stars like Elizabeth Banks and Angela Bassett presenting.

The Blue Ridge Parkway has reopened a 26-mile section from Asheville to Craggy Gardens after initial repairs from Hurricane Helene-induced landslides. Certain areas remain closed, but nearby recreation areas like Mount Mitchell State Park are accessible, as officials emphasize ongoing safety and repair efforts.

Nevada Governor Joe Lombardo announced his re-election campaign, highlighting achievements in education funding, job growth, and housing initiatives. Despite a 53% approval rating, his campaign faces challenges from Democrats tying him to Trump, with key issues like housing and economic growth under scrutiny.

Iran plans to propose a resolution at the 69th IAEA General Conference to ban military attacks on nuclear facilities, highlighting recent aggressions. This initiative underscores Iran's concerns over perceived IAEA double standards and seeks international backing amidst US opposition.

The International Maritime Organization will vote next month on a global fee for ship emissions, targeting vessels responsible for 85% of shipping greenhouse gases by 2027. The proposal faces opposition from the U.S., which fears economic impacts, potentially delaying decarbonization efforts if not passed.

Deedy Das, recently promoted as a partner at Menlo Ventures, is steering the firm's focus towards AI, infrastructure, and enterprise software with strategic investments, including co-launching the $100 million Anthology Fund. His technical acumen, industry influence, and investments in startups like OpenRouter and Wispr Flow bolster Menlo's position as a leader in early-stage AI funding.

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz emphasized the importance of confronting rising antisemitism while reopening Munich's historic synagogue, destroyed in the 1938 pogroms. He linked the restoration to Germany's commitment to Jewish life and security, amid political shifts and recent attacks on Jewish communities.

HCLTech unveiled HCL Unica+, an AI-driven marketing platform capable of managing vast customer interactions, enhancing businesses' ability to deliver personalized marketing in India's expanding martech sector. With Agentic AI integration and a focus on the Intelligence Economy, the platform supports over 18 languages and aligns with HCLTech's strategic shift towards Generative AI, reducing hiring targets due to AI efficiencies.