2025-06-19

Europe approves first saliva-based contraceptive — no pill required

A saliva-based fertility tracker has received regulatory approval for use as a contraceptive in Europe. Developed by Berlin-based startup Inne, the at-home testing device — called the “Minilab” — tracks daily changes in progesterone levels, a hormone that plays a key role [...]

2025-06-19

Swedish scaleup Flower wins TECH5 — the ‘Champions League of Tech’

Swedish energy tech pioneer Flower has won TECH5 — the “Champions League of Technology.” The company clinched the title of Europe’s hottest scaleup after developing a novel way to store energy and stabilise the grid. Flower works with clients running battery storage syst [...]

2025-06-19

Ready for an iPhone upgrade? Here's why you (probably) don't need to buy a Pro

They might be great, but Apple's flagship-level handsets just aren't designed for the masses. [...]

2025-06-19

Google Gemini’s super-fast Flash-Lite 2.5 model is out now - here’s why you should switch today

Google has released the Gemini 2.5 Flash-Lite as its extra-fast AI model. [...]

2025-06-19

The best Walmart deals to compete with Prime Day: TVs, headphones, laptops, and more

We found the best Walmart tech deals you can shop right now. [...]

2025-06-19

Announcing our 2025 VB Transform Innovation Showcase finalists

Seven companies will be sharing their latest AI innovations from the main stage at VB Transform in SF on June 25. [...]

2025-06-19

AI users have to choose between accuracy or sustainability

New research shows the smarter and more capable AI models become, the larger their environmental impact. [...]

2025-06-19

Today's NYT Mini Crossword Answers for Thursday, June 19

Here are the answers for The New York Times Mini Crossword for June 19. [...]

2025-06-19

I found the 'Goldilocks' of travel chargers - now I don't leave home without it (plus it's on sale)

This 65W Tessan charger is powerful enough for a laptop but compact enough to travel light. [...]