Firefox will soon let you block all of its generative AI features

Starting with Firefox 148 arriving later this month, users will find a new AI controls section within the desktop browser settings.

Grubhub waives delivery and service fees on restaurant orders over $50

In a bold move to close the gap with rivals, Grubhub is waiving delivery and service fees on restaurant orders over $50.

TikTok says its services are restored after the outage

TikTok says it finally solved all issues related to outages caused by last week’s U.S. snowstorm.

A nice upgrade for Apple’s simplest gadget
A nice upgrade for Apple’s simplest gadget

Hi, friends! Welcome to Installer No. 114, your guide to the best and Verge-iest stuff in the world. (If you’re new here, welcome, send Arc Raiders tips, and also you can read all the old editions at the Installer homepage.) This week, I’ve been reading about wind turbines and phishing scams and oboes, keeping organized […]

Instagram might soon let you remove yourself from someone’s Close Friends list

Since the feature’s launch in 2018, users haven’t been able to remove themselves from someone else’s Close Friends list.

Bluesky issues its first transparency report, noting rise in user reports and legal demands

Bluesky’s first transparency reports tackle moderation, regulatory compliance, account takedowns, and more. The number of government legal requests went up fivefold.

Last 24 hours to grab your +1 pass at 50% off to TechCrunch Disrupt 2026

Today is the last day to lock in a +1 pass at 50% off to TechCrunch Disrupt 2026, happening on October 13-15 in San Francisco. Register here.

OpenAI’s Sora app is struggling after its stellar launch

Sora’s mobile app downloads fell 45% in January, and consumer spending dropped.

Spotify rolls out group chats

Spotify users can now share the podcasts, playlists, and audiobooks they’re listening to with up 10 people.

Google Maps now lets you access Gemini while walking and cycling

When you’re walking around and navigating with Maps, you can now ask Gemini questions like “What neighborhood am I in?” or “What are top-rated restaurants nearby?”