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Speaking on a panel at TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 in San Francisco, Flock founder and CEO Garrett Langley said that the risks of widespread adoption of surveillance technologies do not outweigh their benefits and urged people not to stop progress. He rejected criticism, cited misinformation about facial recognition and police staffing shortages, but gave no concrete answers to questions about abuses.
Sardor QodirovIn September, ANORBANK founder Kahramonjon Olimov drew media attention: The Insider reported a possible staged kidnapping in France, and a red notice about his search appeared on the Interpol website, disappearing by October 15. Meanwhile, the bank reported asset growth to 20.32 trillion soums over the first nine months of 2026 and approved an additional share issuance of 100 billion soums.
Nilufar KarimovaThe adopted law aims to improve the system of protecting children from all forms of violence. The fine for failure to fulfill child-rearing duties will range from 5 to 10 BRV, for obstructing education from 15 to 20 BRV, and in case of repeated violation, administrative detention of up to 15 days is possible.
Otabek YusupovAnna Goldie and Azalia Mirhoseini, who previously created AlphaChip, presented their startup Ricursive Intelligence at TechCrunch Disrupt. The company is developing AI that designs chips, learns from each iteration, and improves subsequent versions. The founders believe more efficient chip design will help cope with growing demand for computing.
Sardor QodirovDeputy Minister of Economy and Finance Khurshid Mustafayev stated on October 14 that gas for injection into underground storage is being supplied daily on schedule at least until October 25. Current data on volumes in underground gas storage facilities are not publicly disclosed; in October 2024, reserves exceeded 5.1 billion cubic meters.
Nilufar KarimovaResearchers at the University of Toronto reported that the Israeli company Discover-Tech, through its advertising platform Controlium, enabled the makers of Candiru and Bindecy spyware to target specific individuals and devices. An attack on at least 45 Al Jazeera computers was recorded in 2024–2025; potentially malicious ads were also shown on networks of the IAEA and the ICC.
Sardor QodirovRepresentatives of Uzbekistan's Ministry of Energy and Ministry of Economy and Finance stated on October 14 that Russian gas supplies continue in full accordance with contractual obligations, despite the explosion on the Central Asia–Center trunk gas pipeline in Penza region on October 13.
Nilufar KarimovaUzbekistan has increased administrative fines for violations of marriage age legislation: for actual marital relations with a minor — up to 10–15 BRV, for parents marrying off a minor — 20–25 BRV, for a religious marriage ceremony — up to 30–50 BRV. The changes are provided for by a law on improving the system of protecting children from all forms of violence.
Otabek YusupovCulture Secretary Lisa Nandy said she is 'minded to intervene' in Sky's deal to buy ITV's media and entertainment division for £1.6bn ($2.1bn), citing risks to news pluralism and broadcasting diversity. She is considering issuing a public interest intervention notice, which would trigger Ofcom and CMA reviews. The parties have until 20 October to respond.
Aziz KarimovAt its first Config event in India, Figma announced Figma Specs — a Markdown editor for describing a company's design language, the open beta of code layers, Payload integration with Figma Make, and support for more than 20 new tools in MCP.
Sardor QodirovBee, an Amazon-owned maker of wearable AI devices, announced its first new products since the acquisition: the Bee Frontier wristband at $74.99 and the Bee Eclipse card at $99.99, which magnetically attaches to a smartphone. The devices record conversations, create summaries and to-dos, and integrate with Alexa and Amazon.com. The Bee Pro subscription costs $11.99 per month.
Sardor QodirovGraham Brewam, 74, pleaded guilty to raping the victim in September 2024. He became the third of 13 defendants to admit guilt. The woman's husband has admitted 62 offences. The trial of the remaining ten has been adjourned until 2 November.
Otabek YusupovAkmal Jumaboev has been appointed khokim of the Yakkasaray district, previously serving as first deputy khokim of the Sergeli district. Nilufar Allabergenova, who headed the district since October 2023, has moved to the position of deputy prosecutor of Tashkent.
Sevara MirzayevaAndy Burnham, while Mayor of Greater Manchester, twice attended hospitality dinners with Manchester City chairman Khaldoon Al Mubarak — in 2017 and 2018. These details were not included in GMCA's Monday statement about his meetings with the club, and the declarations register mentioning the dinners was removed from the GMCA website. Downing Street says this was declared hospitality at home matches, not separate meetings.
Aziz KarimovBy order of the prosecutor general, Nilufar Allabergenova has been appointed deputy prosecutor of the city of Tashkent. She previously served as khokim of Yakkasaray district and worked in the prosecutor's offices of several districts of the capital.
Javlon TursunovThe roof of the Al-Khayr private educational center in Peshawar (Pakistan) collapsed. According to the BBC, at least 33 people were killed — 32 students and one teacher. The children were aged 6 to 12, and most suffered head injuries. Rescuers do not rule out that children may still be under the rubble.
Aziz KarimovOn October 15, 2026, the TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 conference concludes at Moscone West in San Francisco. The final day features more than 10,000 attendees, over 320 startups in the exhibit hall, the Startup Battlefield final with the winner announcement, as well as sessions on AI agents, security, M&A, and startup growth. Tickets are on sale at a 75% discount until the end of the day.
Sardor QodirovHead of the Administration of the President of Uzbekistan Saida Mirziyoyeva, as part of a visit to Turkey, met with President Recep Tayyip Erdogan. She conveyed the wishes of Shavkat Mirziyoyev; the parties discussed the results of cooperation and prospects for strengthening bilateral ties.
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