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Ars Technica· TodayTechnology

Tesla gave up the EV crown. Now it wants to win the autonomy race.

Tesla hopes subscriptions for its Full Self-Driving software can deliver higher margins than car sales. Chief executive Elon Musk has revealed the company is exploring a merger with SpaceX that could speed up its autonomous driving push. Car sales still generate most of Tesla's revenue, and analysts say software could transform its financial model. Regulatory approval for fully autonomous driving remains a hurdle in several markets, and Chinese rivals are also pursuing autonomous technology. Some analysts warn that combining the businesses could put strong operations at risk.

Tesla gave up the EV crown. Now it wants to win the autonomy race.
Ars Technica· This weekPolitics

Spotify ramps up policy enforcement on family plans

Spotify is tightening enforcement on family plans, following a path other streaming services have already taken. Netflix began enforcing its account-sharing rules in 2023 after years of tolerating shared passwords. The company later raised prices and reported 9.3 million added subscriptions by April 2024. Max and Disney+ and Hulu have also introduced their own enforcement. A Goldman report argues music services can enforce strict policies, raise prices and still earn more. Shared-account users may soon receive warnings to check in with their plan manager.

Spotify ramps up policy enforcement on family plans
The Grazier· This weekLifestyle

Crossword Quick 4 - October 23, 2026

The Riverine Grazier has published its daily crossword puzzle, Quick 4, for October 9, 2026. Readers can engage with this mental challenge while staying updated on local news. The publication encourages community involvement through various platforms, including letters to the editor and classifieds. Subscribers gain exclusive access to a library of premium content. The newspaper remains a vital source of information for the Don region in Tasmania.

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The Grazier· This weekLifestyle

Crossword 15x15 - October 23, 2026

The Riverine Grazier has published a new 15x15 crossword puzzle for October 9, 2026. Readers can access this puzzle and others by subscribing to the publication. The subscription also provides entry to a collection of exclusive articles. The newspaper, based in Tasmania, offers various services including advertising, design, and print solutions. It maintains a strong focus on local news, rural topics, and community engagement.

The Grazier· This weekLifestyle

Crossword Cryptic 7 - October 23, 2026

The Riverine Grazier presents its seventh cryptic crossword puzzle for October 9, 2026. Readers can engage with this mental challenge by subscribing to access exclusive content, including a library of members-only articles. The publication encourages community involvement through various channels, such as letters to the editor and puzzle submissions. Established in 2026, The Riverine Grazier maintains a strong local focus, covering news, rural topics, sports, and historical features. This puzzle offers a fun diversion for regular readers and newcomers alike.

The Grazier· A while agoLifestyle

Crossword Quick 4 - October 16, 2026

The Riverine Grazier has published its daily crossword puzzle, Quick 4, for October 9, 2026. Readers can engage with this mental challenge while staying updated on local news. The publication encourages community involvement through various platforms, including letters to the editor and classifieds. Subscribers gain exclusive access to a library of premium content. The newspaper remains a vital source of information for the Don region in Tasmania.

The Grazier· A while agoLifestyle

Crossword 15x15 - October 16, 2026

The Riverine Grazier has published a new 15x15 crossword puzzle for October 9, 2026. Readers can access this puzzle and others by subscribing to the publication. The subscription also provides entry to a collection of exclusive articles. The newspaper, based in Tasmania, offers various services including advertising, design, and print solutions. It maintains a strong focus on local news, rural topics, and community engagement.

The Grazier· A while agoLifestyle

Crossword Cryptic 7 - October 16, 2026

The Riverine Grazier presents its seventh cryptic crossword puzzle for October 9, 2026. Readers can engage with this mental challenge by subscribing to access exclusive content, including a library of members-only articles. The publication encourages community involvement through various channels, such as letters to the editor and puzzle submissions. Established in 2026, The Riverine Grazier maintains a strong local focus, covering news, rural topics, sports, and historical features. This puzzle offers a fun diversion for regular readers and newcomers alike.

Ars Technica· A while agoTechnology

Gemini 4 Argon begins rolling out in Gemini app and Antigravity, but only if you pay

Google is rolling out its Gemini 4 Argon AI model today, but only for paid subscribers. The model will be available in the Gemini app for AI Pro and AI Ultra plan users. In Antigravity and AI Studio, Argon will only be accessible to AI Ultra subscribers. The company is also offering a temporary pricing deal for developers using the paid API, which will increase after November 30.

Gemini 4 Argon begins rolling out in Gemini app and Antigravity, but only if you pay
TechCrunch AI· A while agoTechnology

SpaceXSI bundles X Premium, Grok, and Cursor into one subscription

SpaceX Super Intelligence is combining its subscriptions, including X Premium, Grok and Cursor, into a single plan called The X Subscription. The company hopes the bundle will attract more subscribers than any one service can. The new plan has five tiers, from free to Ultra at $200 a month, with AI usage limits rising at each level. Free users get only limited chat and agent use, while Premium or higher is needed for the latest Grok models. Existing X Premium+ subscribers can upgrade at the same or lower price, or keep their current plan.

SpaceXSI bundles X Premium, Grok, and Cursor into one subscription
TechCrunch AI· A while agoBusiness

a16z’s Olivia Moore on the state of consumer AI

Olivia Moore, a partner at Andreessen Horowitz, has released a report on the top 100 consumer AI apps, highlighting ChatGPT as the dominant player. She sees opportunities in untapped consumer categories and believes the industry can diversify revenue streams beyond subscriptions. Moore argues that consumer AI is still in its early days, with potential for lower-cost models and ad-supported services to emerge.

a16z’s Olivia Moore on the state of consumer AI
The Grazier· A while agoLifestyle

Crossword Quick 4 - October 9, 2026

The Riverine Grazier has published its daily crossword puzzle, Quick 4, for October 9, 2026. Readers can engage with this mental challenge while staying updated on local news. The publication encourages community involvement through various platforms, including letters to the editor and classifieds. Subscribers gain exclusive access to a library of premium content. The newspaper remains a vital source of information for the Don region in Tasmania.

Crossword Quick 4 - October 9, 2026
The Grazier· A while agoLifestyle

Crossword 15x15 - October 9, 2026

The Riverine Grazier has published a new 15x15 crossword puzzle for October 9, 2026. Readers can access this puzzle and others by subscribing to the publication. The subscription also provides entry to a collection of exclusive articles. The newspaper, based in Tasmania, offers various services including advertising, design, and print solutions. It maintains a strong focus on local news, rural topics, and community engagement.

Crossword 15x15 - October 9, 2026
The Grazier· A while agoLifestyle

Crossword Cryptic 7 - October 9, 2026

The Riverine Grazier presents its seventh cryptic crossword puzzle for October 9, 2026. Readers can engage with this mental challenge by subscribing to access exclusive content, including a library of members-only articles. The publication encourages community involvement through various channels, such as letters to the editor and puzzle submissions. Established in 2026, The Riverine Grazier maintains a strong local focus, covering news, rural topics, sports, and historical features. This puzzle offers a fun diversion for regular readers and newcomers alike.

Crossword Cryptic 7 - October 9, 2026

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