First up is Regulator, curated by Tina Nguyen. This newsletter delves into the conflicts between major tech firms and government entities—from intriguing insider stories to the serious impact of their political maneuverings. Tina, the mind behind The MAGA Diaries: Life Among the Fanatics, Extremists and True Believers that Created the Modern Right, will explore the intersection of tech and politics every Tuesday, offering a comprehensive view of how these forces are reshaping our world. Look out for the inaugural issue of Regulator on Tuesday, August 12th.

Next, we have The Stepback, providing a detailed examination each Sunday of a significant story from the tech realm. With contributions from a variety of writers within the Verge network, and edited by Marina Galperina, The Stepback aims to dig deeper into the most important news and discussions, whether it’s the turmoil at Tesla or a puzzling trend on TikTok. The first edition of The Stepback will be released on Sunday, August 10th.

Finally, The Verge is excited to reveal a collaboration with Lowpass by Janko Roettgers. Janko, an experienced journalist, covers the dynamic intersection of technology and entertainment, including streaming, AR/VR, and more. Starting tomorrow, August 7th, Verge subscribers can enjoy one article from Lowpass each week right on our site. Subscribers also receive an exclusive 25% discount on a Lowpass subscription via the signup option inside these articles.

We’re committed to providing our subscribers with unique stories and top-tier features, and there’s more in the pipeline. I’m excited to reveal what we’ve been developing.