Nigerian profitable food delivery Chowdeck lands $9M from Novastar, Y Combinator

A shooting at the CDC headquarters in Atlanta resulted in the death of a local police officer and left multiple agency buildings damaged, though no CDC staff or civilians were harmed. The incident has drawn criticism towards health secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. for his anti-vaccine rhetoric, with former US Surgeon General Jerome Adams condemning Kennedy's delayed response to the tragedy. Want More Context? 🔎

As the August 12 deadline for a US-China trade deal approaches, President Trump has created confusion regarding national security priorities, particularly with a TikTok ban that remains unaddressed. In a surprising move, Trump secured a deal requiring Nvidia and AMD to pay the US government 15% of their revenue from advanced chip sales to China, raising concerns about these chips potentially enhancing China's AI capabilities. Want More Context? 🔎

With Tesla's car business faltering, the company is shifting its focus towards becoming a significant player in the UK's energy sector, which generates over $200 billion annually. This strategic pivot aims to leverage opportunities in energy to stabilize and enhance Tesla's financial standing amidst ongoing challenges. Want More Context? 🔎

AOL dial-up service, a staple of internet access since 1991, will be discontinued on September 30, 2025, as announced by the Yahoo-owned company. This decision follows an evaluation of products and services, reflecting a significant shift in internet usage, despite a small remaining user base of around 265,000 in the U.S. as of 2019. Want More Context? 🔎

Since 2023, the Python Software Foundation has introduced a Security Developer-in-Residence to tackle the "phantom dependencies" issue in open source, leading to the acceptance of Python Enhancement Proposal 770. This proposal advocates for using Software Bill-of-Materials (SBOMs) to improve package metadata discoverability, which can also benefit other ecosystems facing similar challenges. Want More Context? 🔎

Security researcher Eaton Zveare informed TechCrunch about vulnerabilities in a carmaker's centralized dealer portal that allowed extensive access to customer and vehicle data. He demonstrated that these flaws enabled him to remotely seize control of a customer's account, including the ability to unlock their car. Want More Context? 🔎