Google Cloud and Accenture are working together on a joint unit dedicated to sending engineers into enterprises to help them better adopt Google’s AI tools and services.
The new unit, dubbed Accenture Gemini Enterprise Business Group, is Google’s latest foray into the increasingly competitive world of “forward-deployed engineers,” or FDEs. Rivals in the AI race, including…
Mistral raises €3B as sovereign AI becomes big business
September 9, 2026
French AI lab Mistral AI on Tuesday said it has raised €3 billion (about $3.58 billion) at a post-money valuation of more than €21 billion (about $24.39 billion), confirming earlier rumors.
This Series D round, which Mistral said is “the largest equity fundraising…
The aftermath of 9/11 brought an estimated 400,000 first responders – the largest number of mobilized rescue workers in American history. But one New York-based artist photographed 9/11’s heroes, families, and survivors with a camera so large, the photographs feel almost…
A Tesla ran a stop sign and killed a man, record confirms Full Self-Driving/Autopilot was on
September 9, 2026
A Tesla Model 3 ran a stop sign in Buena Vista Township, New Jersey, and hit a Honda Civic turning left through the intersection. The Civic’s driver, 82-year-old Stephen Field, was killed.
Police reported it as a car that failed to stop. What no one reported is that Tesla’s own data says the car’s driver-assist system was engaged. This is part of an ongoing Electrek investigation matching…
Kia expanded its electric GT lineup with the EV3 GT, EV4 GT, and EV5 GT, now on sale.
Kia EV3 GT, EV4 GT, and EV5 GT prices and specs
Although the EV2 stole the show at the 2026 Brussels Motor Show in January, Kia offered a sneak peek at its upcoming electric GT…
Xiaomi launches four SkyNomad SUVs in China from $31,275
September 9, 2026
Xiaomi launched its SkyNomad SUV family in China today, a lineup of four extended-range models that starts at RMB 209,900, or about $31,275.
It’s Xiaomi’s first move into extended-range vehicles, and the entry price lands below China’s established EREV flagships from…
US Air Force seeks air-defense guns to protect overseas bases
September 9, 2026
In the wake of Iranian attacks that devastated U.S. bases in the Middle East, the U.S. Air Force wants portable air-defense guns that can destroy drones and cruise missiles.
The Ground-Based, Medium-Caliber Gun Weapon System project is aiming for a weapon “that fires affordable munitions, enables defense against air and missile threats with an initial focus on subsonic cruise missiles (CM) and…
EU abruptly shelves Kallas-led defense panel after pushback from Berlin, Paris, Rome
September 9, 2026
VIENNA — EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas scrapped plans to launch a high-level advisory group on European defense just hours before its scheduled unveiling, after several member states, reportedly including Germany, Italy and France, pushed back against the…
Pokémon Go is Milking Mewtwo Too Hard, Fans Say, After a Lackluster Weekend Event Marred by More Server Issues
September 8, 2026
There’s a feeling that Mewtwo is being milked too hard, as Pokémon Go continues to capitalize on the creature’s popularity and monetization potential.
The announcement of yet more Mewtwo coming to Pokémon Go later this year is being greeted with surprising…
Nintendo Developing New Smash Bros, Nintendogs, Mario Kart DLC With Star Fox, Leaker Claims
September 8, 2026
Nintendo is developing an all-new Super Smash Bros and Nintendogs, a notable leaker has claimed.
The details come from Malo932, who recently stated that Nintendo would hold two Direct presentations this week (correct), and who previously stated that a classic Star Fox, Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake, and new Switch Sports would all be announced and launched this year (all correct too).
Word of a…
