Runway started by helping filmmakers. Now it wants to beat Google at AI.
Runway started by helping filmmakers. Now it wants to beat Google at AI. | TechCrunch
AI video generation startup Runway is betting that video generation is the path to world models. And that being an AI outsider is an advantage, not a liability.
https://techcrunch.com/2026/05/15/runway-started-by-helping-filmmakers-now-it-wants-to-beat-google-at-ai/
Turner: No fines from Rivers; Giannis always late
Myles Turner addresses lack of discipline under Doc Rivers - ESPN
Bucks center Myles Turner said on his podcast that former coach Doc Rivers "didn't fine anybody ever" and that Giannis Antetokounmpo would "show up whenever he wants."
https://www.espn.com/nba/story/_/id/48777174/myles-turner-addresses-lack-discipline-doc-rivers
Looking ahead to the rest of the 2026 PGA Champion...
Looking ahead to the rest of the 2026 PGA Championship - ESPN
How impressive was Scottie Scheffler? Can Rory McIlroy bounce back? We break down what the first round means for the rest of the PGA Championship.
https://www.espn.com/golf/story/_/id/48772349/looking-ahead-rest-2026-pga-championship-aronimink
Even GoPro is pivoting to defense
Even GoPro is pivoting to defense | TechCrunch
The action camera maker, like so many other companies these days, is looking to defense applications as it evaluates a possible sale.
https://techcrunch.com/2026/05/15/even-gopro-is-pivoting-to-defense/
Gantri’s 3D-Printed Lamps Are Going Wireless
Gantri’s 3D-Printed Lamps Are Going Wireless | WIRED
In a partnership with design firm Ammunition, the lamp company is taking its lights wireless.
https://www.wired.com/story/gantri-3d-printed-lamps-are-going-wireless/
Meridian Ventures launched $35M fund to back MBA-deferred founders
Meridian Ventures launched $35M fund to back MBA-deferred founders | TechCrunch
Meridian Ventures, the venture firm founded by Devon Gethers and Karlton Haney, announced on Friday the raise of a $35 million second fund to back pre-seed and seed-stage companies founded by those who have deferred MBAs.
https://techcrunch.com/2026/05/15/meridian-ventures-launched-35m-fund-to-back-mba-deferred-founders/
BRICS talks end without joint statement, exposing divisions over war in Iran
BRICS talks end without joint statement, exposing divisions over war in Iran - CNA
NEW DELHI: Top diplomats from BRICS nations, including rivals Iran and the United Arab Emirates, failed to issue a joint statement on Friday (May 15) after a two-day meeting in Delhi, leaving host India to release only a chair’s statement that exposed their differences.Tehran had wanted the grouping..
https://www.channelnewsasia.com/asia/brics-talks-end-without-joint-statement-exposing-divisions-over-war-in-iran-6123646
Trump says Xi signalled release of Hong Kong media mogul Jimmy Lai unlikely
Trump says Xi signalled release of Hong Kong media mogul Jimmy Lai unlikely - CNA
AIR FORCE ONE: US President Donald Trump said on Friday (May 15) that he brought up the fate of imprisoned Hong Kong pro-democracy media mogul Jimmy Lai during the high-stakes summit with Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping.Asked about the release of political prisoners by China, Trump told reporters on ..
https://www.channelnewsasia.com/east-asia/donald-trump-xi-jinping-jimmy-lai-release-unlikely-6124101
Osaurus brings both local and cloud AI models to your Mac
Osaurus brings both local and cloud AI models to your Mac | TechCrunch
Osaurus combines local and cloud AI models in a Mac app that keeps users’ memory, files, and tools on their own hardware.
https://techcrunch.com/2026/05/15/osaurus-brings-both-local-and-cloud-ai-models-to-your-mac/
Trump says 'made no commitment' to Xi on Taiwan
Trump says 'made no commitment' to Xi on Taiwan - CNA
On the issue of US arms sales to Taiwan, Trump said: "I'll make a determination over the next fairly short period of time."
https://www.channelnewsasia.com/east-asia/trump-xi-taiwan-no-commitment-beijing-summit-arms-sales-6124041
'This is so sad': MS NOW panel pounces as Trump lets China insult US
'This is so sad': MS NOW panel pounces as Trump lets China insult US - Raw Story
As Donald Trump returns from his trip to Beijing, where he met with Chinese President Xi Jinping, the consensus of MS NOW’s “Morning Joe” panel is that the American president appears weaker now before the summit.And Trump all but admitted it.On Friday morning, longtime political analyst John Heilema..
https://www.rawstory.com/trump-china-decliing-nation/
Iran FM says US willing to continue talks, open to China's help
Iran FM says US willing to continue talks, open to China's help - CNA
NEW DELHI: Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said on Friday (May 15) he had "received messages" from the United States saying it is willing to continue talks, and that he was open to any support, including from China."We received messages again from the Americans saying that..
https://www.channelnewsasia.com/world/iran-foreign-minister-abbas-araghchi-china-us-willing-talks-open-help-6123956
Indian Uber rival Rapido raises $240M at $3B valuation
Indian Uber rival Rapido raises $240M at $3B valuation | TechCrunch
Rapido has driven its growth by enabling ride-hailing for lower-cost and more flexible modes of transport such as motorbikes and autorickshaws.
https://techcrunch.com/2026/05/15/indian-uber-rival-rapido-raises-240m-at-3b-valuation/
South Korea to investigate ship debris from Hormuz attack
South Korea to investigate ship debris from Hormuz attack - CNA
SEOUL: Debris from a fire-damaged cargo ship said to have been attacked by unidentified aircraft in the Strait of Hormuz arrived in South Korea on Friday (May 15) for investigation, the foreign ministry said.Iran has largely blocked shipping through the vital strait since conflict broke out with the..
https://www.channelnewsasia.com/east-asia/south-korea-investigate-ship-debris-hormuz-attack-6123936
Centris 2 Folding Ebike Review: Compact, Sturdy, Budget-Friendly
Centris 2 Folding Ebike Review: Compact, Sturdy, Budget-Friendly | WIRED
This budget-friendly folding ebike from Buzz Bicycles fits in the back seat of a car and has narrow handlebars for riding comfort.
https://www.wired.com/review/buzz-bicycles-centris-2/
