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I worried my toddler would roam after moving to a bed. A new home security system made me feel safe again.

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JGI/Jamie Grill/Getty Images/Tetra images RF I worried my toddler would wander out of the house after leaving her crib. I used a home security system to alert me if doors opened at night. The system helped me sleep once she adjusted to her new bed. When I switched my then-2-year-old daughter from a crib to a bed , my biggest concern was resistance. I wanted to help her sleep soundly in her new "big girl" bed. But once she did, I didn't expect my own sleep to continue to be disrupted as well. I woke up at every creak of the house, wondering if it was my daughter roaming around, exploring her newfound freedom. I knew it was incredibly unlikely, but I feared that she would unlock the door and walk outside in the middle of the night . I looked for gadgets designed for this exact situation; there are dozens of devices meant for securing small children in their rooms. The solution I decided on surprised my friends: a home security system . While home security tradi...

Tel Aviv-based Torq, which operates an autonomous AI-powered security operations platform, raised $140M led by Merlin Ventures at a $1.2B valuation (Andrew Martin/Bloomberg)

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Andrew Martin / Bloomberg : Tel Aviv-based Torq, which operates an autonomous AI-powered security operations platform, raised $140M led by Merlin Ventures at a $1.2B valuation   —  The Israeli cybersecurity startup Torq is planning to announce Sunday that it has closed a $140 million funding round, raising its valuation to $1.2 billion. from Techmeme https://ift.tt/HRjnmXC

Indonesia becomes the first country to suspend Elon Musk's Grok for generating 'non-consensual sexual deepfakes'

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Indonesia has temporarily suspended access to Grok. NurPhoto/NurPhoto via Getty Images Indonesia suspended access to Grok over "non-consensual sexual deepfakes." The minister of communications said she suspended Grok to protect women and children. Following criticism, Grok's AI image generator is now limited to paying subscribers. Indonesia, home to the world's fourth-largest population, has barred access to Grok after the AI chatbot generated sexualized images of real women and children. Indonesia's Ministry of Communications said it is temporarily suspending access to Grok to "protect women, children, and the entire community from the risk of fake pornographic content generated using artificial intelligence technology." "The government views the practice of non-consensual sexual deepfakes as a serious violation of human rights, dignity, and the security of citizens in the digital space," Meutya Hafid, the minister of communication...

I review TVs for a living, and these are the new models and display trends I'm most excited about in 2026

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When you buy through our links, Business Insider may earn an affiliate commission. Learn more Several popular TV brands showed off new display models at CES 2026. Scott Tharler/Business Insider The CES trade show is the premier event for showcasing extravagant new consumer tech concepts and prototypes. This year's show, held in Las Vegas from January 6 to 9, was no different. But mixed in with all the spectacle were plenty of announcements for products you'll actually be able to buy, including an assortment of brand-new TVs. I've been reviewing home theater gear for over a decade, so I know that not every display breakthrough sticks. With that in mind, I've separated the real upgrades from the marketing fog to find the top TVs and display trends from CES. And this year, one takeaway is clear: TV brands are pushing Micro RGB. This type of display promises a significant upgrade in color performance. At the same time, OLED makers are coming out swinging with brighter...

A profile of Grubhub parent Wonder, which has raised about $2B and is rolling out robotic meal-assembly tech acquired from Sweetgreen for $186M in November 2025 (Joshua Brustein/Bloomberg)

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Joshua Brustein / Bloomberg : A profile of Grubhub parent Wonder, which has raised about $2B and is rolling out robotic meal-assembly tech acquired from Sweetgreen for $186M in November 2025   —  E-commerce mogul Marc Lore's Wonder is leaning into automation in a $2 billion effort to do to restaurants what Amazon did to shopping. from Techmeme https://ift.tt/6HVLo1a

A Guggenheim heir just raised $50 million to back media and creator startups. Here are 4 areas he's betting on.

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Dillon Lawson-Johnston and Criswell Fiordalis see opportunity to invest at the intersection of Hollywood and creators. Guggenheim Brothers Media Guggenheim Brothers Media and a UAE firm have created a $50 million fund for media and creator startups. They see an opportunity to help emerging creators get to the next level. Guggenheim's founders laid out four areas of focus across creators, brands, and Hollywood. A new $50 million fund is targeting media, entertainment, and creator economy startups, tapping into Hollywood networks and the UAE's growing appetite for cultural investment. US investment firm Guggenheim Brothers Media is launching the fund with backing from Abu Dhabi-based Ethmar International Holding. The firm is led by Dillon Lawson-Johnston and Criswell Fiordalis, who are looking to write checks of $2 million to $5 million, targeting 10 to 15 companies. They hope to grow the fund to as much as $75 million. The pair brings extensive entertainment and cul...

The 14 best T-shirts for men, according to extensive wear and wash tests

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When you buy through our links, Business Insider may earn an affiliate commission. Learn more Buck Mason T-shirt (left), a variety of Tomorrow's Laundry T-shirts (right). Amir Ismael/Business Insider/Tomorrow's Laundry Winter is here, but regardless of the season, quality T-shirts are a must-have staple. They're a classic top on their own, and they're also versatile for layering, lounging, and workouts. In this guide, we've selected the very best T-shirts for men, including those from the many brands we've personally tested or bought over the years. Our top pick is the ultra-comfortable Mott and Bow Classic Crew Driggs Tee , which we've both worn consistently because of its like-new fit, soft material, and assortment of colors. and still fits like new. For an affordable option to replace all your T-shirts, we recommend the Fresh Clean Threads Best Sellers 10 Pack . It's worth noting that while all the T-shirts listed below are in men's sizing,...