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- Ai2’s Skylight project launches ‘Shippy,’ an AI agent that dives into ocean dataSkylight, an ocean-monitoring platform by Ai2, launched Shippy, an AI agent that answers maritime-related questions using live data, focusing on issues like illegal fishing and vessel tracking.
- Hydrogen aviation startup ZeroAvia retreats from Seattle area as it scales back ambitionsHydrogen aviation startup ZeroAvia has scaled back operations, closing its Washington state facilities and shifting focus to the UK, while its CEO stepped down and product development narrowed.
- FCC gives Amazon Leo more leeway on its satellite deployment scheduleThe FCC granted Amazon a conditional waiver to delay deploying the first 1,616 satellites of its Amazon Leo constellation by two years, while maintaining the 2029 deadline for all 3,232 satellites. Amazon must meet specific milestones to regain priority status for its satellites.
- This is bold … and italic and more: Microsoft Azure CTO vibe codes a text formatter for LinkedIn postsMicrosoft Azure CTO Mark Russinovich developed an open-source tool called LinkedIn Post Formatter to improve text formatting for LinkedIn posts, addressing his frustration with existing tools. The tool includes features like in-place formatting, a character counter, and mobile/desktop previews. He also discussed the role of AI in software development, noting its usefulness for simple tasks but not complex projects.
- Zillow co-founder and Seattle tech icon Rich Barton takes up residence in Las VegasRich Barton, co-founder of Zillow and Expedia, has moved to Las Vegas, marking the end of an era for Seattle's tech scene. His move follows other high-profile relocations amid debates over Washington state's tax policies.
- Remaster specialist Nightdive takes on classic stealth game ‘Thief: The Dark Project’Nightdive Studios, known for remastering classic PC games, announced a remaster of the 1998 game Thief: The Dark Project. The remaster will include all versions of the game, enhanced graphics, and quality-of-life features. It is set for release this winter on multiple platforms.
- Xbox Showcase 2026: New CEO’s first broadcast shows off ‘Gears of War,’ ‘Halo,’ ‘Spyro’ and moreMicrosoft's Xbox Showcase 2026 highlighted new game releases and exclusives, including 'Gears of War: E-Day' and 'Fable' reboot, under new CEO Asha Sharma's leadership, with a focus on console exclusivity and anniversary celebrations.
- Week in Review: Most popular stories on GeekWire for the week of May 31, 2026GeekWire highlights top tech and startup stories from the week of May 31, 2026, including Microsoft's AI agent platform, Salesforce's leadership changes, Zuckerberg's yacht moving, Docusign's office relocation, and Amazon surpassing Walmart in Fortune 500 rankings.
- Microsoft Build decoded: Solara, Scout, AI models, GitHub’s woes and more with Mary Jo FoleyMicrosoft's Build 2026 conference highlighted in-house AI models, agent-first devices, new coding tools, and a Copilot 'super app' that was teased but not yet revealed. Mary Jo Foley discussed the developments, including Project Solara and the challenges facing GitHub.
- The big AI labs are eating the startup playbook — here’s where founders can still competeStartup founders face challenges as AI labs encroach on their market by offering DIY tools, but they can still find niches by focusing on specialized industries and domain expertise.
- Tech Moves: Salesforce names president; Microsoft execs coming and going; Amazon departuresRohan Kumar moves from Microsoft to Salesforce as president; Naseem Tuffaha returns to Microsoft as CVP of Security. Other tech executives also change roles at companies like Docusign, Amazon, and OpenAI.
- Zuckerberg’s superyacht moves north out of Seattle, dwarfing ferries along the wayMark Zuckerberg's superyacht, Launchpad, moved north from Seattle to Port Gardner Bay near Everett, Washington, after being in the area since May 27. The yacht, valued at $300 million, has attracted attention and mixed reactions.
- LinkedIn co-founder Reid Hoffman to leave Microsoft board after nearly a decadeReid Hoffman, co-founder of LinkedIn and Microsoft board member since 2017, will not seek re-election at Microsoft's 2026 annual meeting, citing a desire to focus on his AI startup Manas. His departure follows three years of opposition from a conservative shareholder group, though he was re-elected each time.
- Etzioni on AI: Ten Commandments for AI StartupsThe article outlines ten commandments for AI startups, emphasizing the importance of solving real problems, building a strong business model, and focusing on distribution and velocity. It also highlights the need to avoid common pitfalls like relying solely on AI technology and not owning data.
- Innovega’s smart glasses aim to improve sight for people with visual impairmentsInnovega has developed Gen One smart glasses to assist people with visual impairments by enhancing images through transparent displays, aiming to improve their quality of life and independence.