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Big Warhammer Day news for Officially Licensed video games and merch - Warhammer Community - Google Sat, 31 Oct 2026 07:13:07 GMT
  1. Big Warhammer Day news for Officially Licensed video games and merch Warhammer Community
  2. Celebrate Warhammer Day with some suitably scary miniatures Warhammer Community
  3. Celebrate Warhammer Day on the 31st of October with these 20 Warhammer 40K-themed products — the best Space Marine gear this side of the Warp Tom's Hardware
  4. Celebrate Warhammer day with up to 93% off its best licensed videogames Wargamer
  5. Warhammer Day: Tons Of New Official Video Games & Merch Revealed! Bell of Lost Souls
 
As AI models commoditize, lasting wealth will accrue to those controlling chokepoints like distribution, payment rails, and a stablecoin dollar, not to the labs (The Commanding Heights) - Techmeme Sat, 31 Oct 2026 06:30:01 GMT

The Commanding Heights:
As AI models commoditize, lasting wealth will accrue to those controlling chokepoints like distribution, payment rails, and a stablecoin dollar, not to the labs — Scarce, controllable positions of Economic Power whose holders durably capture the gains of Increasingly Capable and diffused intelligence.
 
When talking about local inference, Sam Altman says supply-constrained DRAM is better used in data centers than sitting in PCs and "being used 5% of the time" (Andrew E. Freedman/Tom's Hardware) - Techmeme Sat, 31 Oct 2026 06:10:48 GMT

Andrew E. Freedman / Tom's Hardware:
When talking about local inference, Sam Altman says supply-constrained DRAM is better used in data centers than sitting in PCs and “being used 5% of the time” — With data centers full of RAM, your PC is apparently the problem. … OpenAI CEO Sam Altman has data centers full of memory …

 
Sources: neoclouds CoreWeave, Nebius, and Nscale have effectively been shut out of the bond market in recent weeks as lenders and investors demand tougher terms (Wall Street Journal) - Techmeme Sat, 31 Oct 2026 05:15:01 GMT

Wall Street Journal:
Sources: neoclouds CoreWeave, Nebius, and Nscale have effectively been shut out of the bond market in recent weeks as lenders and investors demand tougher terms — Lenders and investors are getting choosier about their bets and demanding stricter terms, as the AI build-out enters a new phase
 
S&P downgraded Meta's outlook from stable to negative, citing high capex and negative free cash flow; META fell 15% in October, its worst month in four years (Jonathan Vanian/CNBC) - Techmeme Sat, 31 Oct 2026 05:10:42 GMT

Jonathan Vanian / CNBC:
S&P downgraded Meta's outlook from stable to negative, citing high capex and negative free cash flow; META fell 15% in October, its worst month in four years — Meta's outlook has been revised downward by S&P Global Ratings on concerns surrounding cash flow and AI spending.
 
Novelty Camera To USB Camera - Hack a Day Sat, 31 Oct 2026 05:00:23 GMT
The Godox C100 is a cheap camera that’s best described as a toy, its party trick being a large clear viewfinder with a head-up-display light meter. It’s by no means …read more
 
Anthropic says a malicious actor used access to Cursor's marketplace to publish a "tampered" copy of the Claude Code extension, which it didn't build or publish (Felix Rieseberg/@felixrieseberg) - Techmeme Sat, 31 Oct 2026 05:00:15 GMT

Felix Rieseberg / @felixrieseberg:
Anthropic says a malicious actor used access to Cursor's marketplace to publish a “tampered” copy of the Claude Code extension, which it didn't build or publish — We're working with Cursor on this incident, but it wasn't a compromise of Anthropic's systems or employee laptops. A malicious actor used access to Cursor's marketplace to publish a tampered copy of the Claude Code extension, which we didn't build or publish. The versions on our official channels a...
 
Wayfair Coupons: Up to 80% Off November 2026 - Wired Sat, 31 Oct 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Get 10% off with Wayfair promo code, up to 80% off furniture, and more top coupons.
 
John Ternus says Apple doesn't "want to ship AI for AI's sake" and that Tim Cook is "available to help wherever I ask" on policy; Ternus has yet to meet Trump (Steven Levy/Wired) - Techmeme Sat, 31 Oct 2026 04:30:01 GMT

Steven Levy / Wired:
John Ternus says Apple doesn't “want to ship AI for AI's sake” and that Tim Cook is “available to help wherever I ask” on policy; Ternus has yet to meet Trump — Apple doesn't need fixing, and it doesn't want drama. Its new leader is a “product guy” who bleeds six colors.
 
Sources: OpenAI has secured ~$11B in commitments for its latest funding round, less than half its initial $30B target, and expects to raise more in coming weeks (Berber Jin/Wall Street Journal) - Techmeme Sat, 31 Oct 2026 02:30:02 GMT

Berber Jin / Wall Street Journal:
Sources: OpenAI has secured ~$11B in commitments for its latest funding round, less than half its initial $30B target, and expects to raise more in coming weeks — The ChatGPT maker's latest funding round values it at $1.25 trillion, less than its $1.4 trillion target
 
Final Fantasy XIV Evercold Delayed, New Release Date Announced at FFXIV Fan Fest - IGN - Google Sat, 31 Oct 2026 02:21:00 GMT
  1. Final Fantasy XIV Evercold Delayed, New Release Date Announced at FFXIV Fan Fest IGN
  2. ‘Final Fantasy 14’ Tokyo Fan Fest: How to Watch, What to Expect Men's Journal
  3. Final Fantasy XIV Fanfest Tokyo 2026 Live Blog - Follow The Announcements Here! MMORPG.com
  4. The Daily Grind: What are you hoping to see from tonight’s Final Fantasy XIV Fan Festival keynote? Massively Overpowered
  5. Second Combat Job for FFXIV's Evercold Finally Revealed at Tokyo Fanfest DualShockers
 
Samsung mercilessly mocks iPhone Duo ‘crackgate’ in Galaxy Z Fold 8 ads [Video] - 9to5Google - Google Sat, 31 Oct 2026 02:20:00 GMT
  1. Samsung mercilessly mocks iPhone Duo ‘crackgate’ in Galaxy Z Fold 8 ads [Video] 9to5Google
  2. Samsung Slices at Apple’s iPhone Duo With Its Z Fold 8 Ad CNET
  3. Samsung proves it’s king of the folding phones in shady Apple diss Creative Bloq
  4. iPhone Duo vs Samsung Galaxy Fold 8: Sample Photos Comparison PhoneArena
  5. Samsung Throws Shade at iPhone Duo in New Ad ExtremeTech
 
VR Headset Ditches the Base Stations with DIY Tracking - Hack a Day Sat, 31 Oct 2026 02:00:41 GMT
Those in the virtual reality scene might be interested in [Prohurtz]’s add-on for the Bigscreen Beyond VR headset. BSB-SLAM adds SLAM (Simultaneous Localization and Mapping) tracking to the headset by attaching …read more
 
Sources: OpenAI now seeks ~$20B at a $1.25T valuation for its latest round, from $30B at a $1.4T valuation, as some investors cut commitments amid an AI selloff (Financial Times) - Techmeme Sat, 31 Oct 2026 01:00:53 GMT

Financial Times:
Sources: OpenAI now seeks ~$20B at a $1.25T valuation for its latest round, from $30B at a $1.4T valuation, as some investors cut commitments amid an AI selloff — ChatGPT maker is now seeking about $20bn at a $1.25tn valuation as it tempers its ambitions — OpenAI has slashed the target …

 
Sources: Baseten is raising ~$2B in two tranches, one valuing it at $26B and the other at $30B; Baseten was valued at $13B in June after raising $1.5B (Bloomberg) - Techmeme Sat, 31 Oct 2026 00:20:02 GMT

Bloomberg:
Sources: Baseten is raising ~$2B in two tranches, one valuing it at $26B and the other at $30B; Baseten was valued at $13B in June after raising $1.5B — Artificial intelligence startup Baseten is set to raise new funding that would more than double its valuation to about $30 billion, according to people familiar with the efforts.
 
Once again, NASA is asking for ideas to rescue Hubble from certain death - ArsTechnica Sat, 31 Oct 2026 00:07:22 GMT
The space agency solicited ideas for reboosting Hubble four years ago, but they didn't go anywhere.
 
The AI hardware crunch has reached the humble circuit board - TechSpot Fri, 30 Oct 2026 23:36:00 GMT

While planning their 2027 lineups, executives at HP and Dell have started worrying about whether they'll get enough boards, Nikkei Asia reports. Even with PC shipments possibly sliding again next year, one manager at an American PC maker said the company still can't get enough of them.

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GM’s $220M Payout Shows How Cars Can Secretly Sell Your Driving Data - CNET Fri, 30 Oct 2026 23:14:32 GMT
The automaker must now obtain express consent before collecting or sharing driver data.
 
A 1982 Modem for $100 - Hack a Day Fri, 30 Oct 2026 23:00:57 GMT
[Dave Farquhar] takes a walk down memory lane about the Commodore 1600 VICModem, perhaps the first phone modem to sell for less than $100. Commodore, of course, was famous for …read more
 
Sources: Google is in talks with the DOD on a new effort to secure the data that feeds into software being built for the Golden Dome missile defense program (Bloomberg) - Techmeme Fri, 30 Oct 2026 22:50:01 GMT

Bloomberg:
Sources: Google is in talks with the DOD on a new effort to secure the data that feeds into software being built for the Golden Dome missile defense program — Alphabet Inc.'s Google is in talks with the US Defense Department to work on a new data security effort underpinning …

 
Flesh-eating screwworms spread to third state and are attacking pets - ArsTechnica Fri, 30 Oct 2026 22:36:41 GMT
USDA has identified 74 animal cases in US since parasitic flies invaded in June.
 
Village in the Shade Review - RPG Site - Google Fri, 30 Oct 2026 22:28:42 GMT
  1. Village in the Shade Review RPG Site
  2. Life-Sim Meets Otherworldly, Encroaching Horror in Village In The Shade GameSpot
  3. Ominous farming life sim Village in the Shade has sold more than 3 times its target. We talk to the devs about making a content-packed hit in just 2 years with only a dozen people AUTOMATON
  4. Village in the Shade Merchandise Involves Character Keychains Siliconera
 
If Walmart Canceled Your Zelda Switch 2 Pre-Order, The Store's Giving You 48 Hours To Get A New One - Kotaku - Google Fri, 30 Oct 2026 22:27:00 GMT
  1. If Walmart Canceled Your Zelda Switch 2 Pre-Order, The Store's Giving You 48 Hours To Get A New One Kotaku
  2. Nintendo Issues New Official Statement on Zelda Switch 2 Console Restocks IMDb
  3. Zelda 40th Anniversary Switch 2 restock update: the Nintendo Store remains your best bet The Shortcut | Matt Swider
  4. Walmart, Target hit with Zelda 40th Anniversary Edition Switch 2 launch day issues GoNintendo
  5. The 'Zelda' Switch 2 Console Release Is A Confirmed Disaster For Some Polygon.com
 
Anthropic orders AI tool Claude to stop remaking video games - Game Developer - Google Fri, 30 Oct 2026 22:21:36 GMT
  1. Anthropic orders AI tool Claude to stop remaking video games Game Developer
  2. Anthropic Blocks Claude Code from Recreating Specific Vid... X
  3. Users report that Anthropic blocked Claude from reverse-engineering TVs XDA
  4. Claude’s Reverse Engineering Capabilities Used To Recompile Games May Have Been Quietly Nerfed Kotaku
  5. Claude Code’s Reported Game-Recreation Rule: A Guide for Developers and Modders Kingy AI
 
Oh captain, our captain: Ars staff remembers Patrick Stewart - ArsTechnica Fri, 30 Oct 2026 22:21:05 GMT
"For huge numbers of people, I will always be Jean-Luc Picard. ... We created an admirable individual."
 
Apple Alerts Stores to iPhone Duo's Display Cracking Issue - MacRumors - Google Fri, 30 Oct 2026 22:20:02 GMT
  1. Apple Alerts Stores to iPhone Duo's Display Cracking Issue MacRumors
  2. ‘I Felt Blind Panic.’ They Opened Their New $2,000 iPhone Duo—and It Broke. WSJ
  3. Apple says it will replace iPhone Duo units showing screen problems Reuters
  4. iPhone Duo owners say Apple's new foldable phone broke within hours of purchase CBS News
  5. Apple responds to user reports of broken iPhone Duo screens on new foldable phone CNBC
 
Google Pixel Watch 5 Sale: Its Lowest Price Yet (2026) - Wired Fri, 30 Oct 2026 22:15:06 GMT
Google’s latest smartwatch packs great new health and fitness features, and it’s already on sale ahead of Black Friday.
 
Pokemon Happy Meals Land Nov. 10: Gotta Catch ‘Em All - CNET Fri, 30 Oct 2026 22:07:32 GMT
You’ll get two Pokemon cards and one toy with each Happy Meal.
 
Filing: Vancouver, WA-based Powerlattice, which makes a power delivery chiplet to reduce AI compute power needs by 50%+, raised $86M, after raising $31M in 2025 (Kurt Schlosser/GeekWire) - Techmeme Fri, 30 Oct 2026 22:05:00 GMT

Kurt Schlosser / GeekWire:
Filing: Vancouver, WA-based Powerlattice, which makes a power delivery chiplet to reduce AI compute power needs by 50%+, raised $86M, after raising $31M in 2025 — Powerlattice, a Vancouver, Wash.-based startup developing chips that cut the power demands of AI processors, has raised $86 million, according to an SEC filing on Friday.
 
Samsung Slices at Apple’s iPhone Duo With Its Z Fold 8 Ad - CNET Fri, 30 Oct 2026 21:58:00 GMT
Samsung’s advertisement features a sliced green apple that rolls right along through the entire Galaxy Z Fold line.
 
Supersonic airliner in doubt as company shifts to powering AI data centers - ArsTechnica Fri, 30 Oct 2026 21:41:54 GMT
Boom’s airliner may be delayed, and its data center power business lost a customer.
 
The Galaxy S27 Ultra chipset saga continues, here's the latest twist - GSMArena.com news - GSMArena.com - Google Fri, 30 Oct 2026 21:31:02 GMT
  1. The Galaxy S27 Ultra chipset saga continues, here's the latest twist - GSMArena.com news GSMArena.com
  2. Samsung Galaxy S27 Ultra Rumor Roundup: All The Renders, Specs And Leaks HotHardware
  3. Samsung Galaxy S27 is reportedly sticking with 25W charging speed yet again Android Police
  4. Latest Galaxy S27 battery leak suggests Samsung is repeating its old mistakes PhoneArena
  5. Android Circuit: Galaxy S27 Ultra Design, App Store Fines, Exynos Vs Snapdragon Forbes
 
How a Contractor’s Claude Agent Got Into the Pentagon - Wired Fri, 30 Oct 2026 21:19:26 GMT
This week on Uncanny Valley, we also discuss Anthropic’s IPO filing and the volunteers gearing up to counter ICE at the midterms.
 
This Is What an iPhone Duo’s Crease Looks Like After 139K Folds - CNET Fri, 30 Oct 2026 21:16:49 GMT
After a week of nonstop folding, we briefly turn the iPhone Duo’s display off to check out how the crease looks.
 
Anthropic VS code extension on Cursor backdoored for nearly 12 hours - ArsTechnica Fri, 30 Oct 2026 21:09:54 GMT
It's still unknown how attackers got access to Anthropic's verified Cursor account.
 
OpenAI, Google, Microsoft, and Anthropic say they will adopt a new standard that publishers can use to opt out of being scraped by AI across multiple crawlers (Emma Roth/The Verge) - Techmeme Fri, 30 Oct 2026 21:05:00 GMT

Emma Roth / The Verge:
OpenAI, Google, Microsoft, and Anthropic say they will adopt a new standard that publishers can use to opt out of being scraped by AI across multiple crawlers — The new control will allow publishers to apply their AI training preferences across multiple crawlers.
 
Google's cheapest Gemini plan is losing a major perk; now I can't recommend it to anyone - Android Police - Google Fri, 30 Oct 2026 21:00:10 GMT
  1. Google's cheapest Gemini plan is losing a major perk; now I can't recommend it to anyone Android Police
  2. Google AI Pro upgrades are turning into a costly headache for some students Android Authority
  3. Google Backtracks On Free AI Plan Limits For Unnamed Premium Devices Forbes
  4. Google has stopped selling new corporate pricing plan of its artificial intelligence (AI) coding too.. 매일경제
  5. Google is removing Gemini Pro from AI Plus subscriptions Online Tech Tips
 
OpenAI tightens limits on the weapons-related information that ChatGPT provides teens, even when a question appears harmless, as part of new safeguards (Reuters) - Techmeme Fri, 30 Oct 2026 20:55:37 GMT

Reuters:
OpenAI tightens limits on the weapons-related information that ChatGPT provides teens, even when a question appears harmless, as part of new safeguards — OpenAI said on Friday it is tightening limits on the weapons-related information ChatGPT provides to teens, even when a question appears harmless …

 
Dartmouth's provost warned us about AI cheating—but his own AI use cost him his job - ArsTechnica Fri, 30 Oct 2026 20:40:13 GMT
People who love AI don't always love telling others they used it.
 
A Supply Chain Attack Put Malicious Anthropic Claude Extensions on Thousands of Devices - Wired Fri, 30 Oct 2026 20:38:46 GMT
Thanks to a lucky break, flawed code in a tainted Claude extension prevented the attacker from fully worming their way into some 5,000 developer machines.
 
Intel stock closed down 28.58% on Friday, its worst day since the 1970s and wiping ~$12B off US government's stake, after issuing weaker-than-expected guidance (CNBC) - Techmeme Fri, 30 Oct 2026 20:35:01 GMT

CNBC:
Intel stock closed down 28.58% on Friday, its worst day since the 1970s and wiping ~$12B off US government's stake, after issuing weaker-than-expected guidance — Intel shares plummeted 29% on Friday, their worst day since the 1970s, after the chipmaker issued weaker-than-expected guidance due …

 
Reddit closed down 29.27% on Friday, the worst drop since becoming a public company in 2024, after it forecast weak Q4 revenue (Caleigh Keating/CNBC) - Techmeme Fri, 30 Oct 2026 20:25:41 GMT

Caleigh Keating / CNBC:
Reddit closed down 29.27% on Friday, the worst drop since becoming a public company in 2024, after it forecast weak Q4 revenue — Shares of Reddit cratered 29.22% on Friday, the worst drop since becoming a public company in 2024, after the company forecast weak fourth-quarter sales in its latest earnings report.
 
Meta settles another social media addiction case just before trial - Engadget Fri, 30 Oct 2026 20:21:28 GMT
Snap is now the only defendant in the case.
 
Over 25% of people lie to get antibiotics—and their lies aren't even good - ArsTechnica Fri, 30 Oct 2026 20:17:50 GMT
Faked symptoms still point to infections that antibiotics don't treat.
 
What Are Open-Weight AI Models? - CNET Fri, 30 Oct 2026 20:15:01 GMT
Open-weight models let you run an AI chatbot on your own computer, even offline. Here’s how they work and what that means for your privacy.
 
MIT affiliates named 2026 Schmidt Sciences AI2050 Fellows - MIT Fri, 30 Oct 2026 20:15:00 GMT
Five MIT faculty members and two additional alumni are honored with fellowships to advance research on beneficial AI.
 
Bluesky now has a dedicated 'moderation inbox' - Engadget Fri, 30 Oct 2026 20:07:00 GMT
The beta feature makes it easier to stay on top of reports and account strikes.
 
Making Internal Combustion Engines Better With More Valves - Hack a Day Fri, 30 Oct 2026 20:00:11 GMT
When it comes to internal combustion engines (ICEs), it’s generally accepted that each cylinder doesn’t have more valves to let in a fresh fuel mixture and to exhaust the aftermath …read more
 
14 New Things Your iPhone Can Do in iOS 27.2 - MacRumors - Google Fri, 30 Oct 2026 19:42:46 GMT
  1. 14 New Things Your iPhone Can Do in iOS 27.2 MacRumors
  2. Apple releases iOS and macOS 27.2 with new Siri AI features, new Music logo Ars Technica
  3. iOS 27.2 adds new video feature that’s perfect for iPhone Duo 9to5Mac
  4. iOS 27.2 Brings Two New Features To Apple's CarPlay Engadget
  5. Transform Your iPhone: The Ultimate iOS 27.2 Customization Guide Geeky Gadgets
 
Basically no one is using AI agents for their DoorDash orders - ArsTechnica Fri, 30 Oct 2026 19:30:52 GMT
But it's still early days for the relatively new e-commerce use case.
 
J-PAL North America launches ARTEMIS to train early-career researchers - MIT Fri, 30 Oct 2026 19:30:00 GMT
The Applied Research Training in Evaluation, Methods, and Impact Studies program provides dedicated support to help researchers overcome barriers to pursue and obtain funding for randomized evaluations.
 
Study pinpoints states with steepest warming trends since 1980 - MIT Fri, 30 Oct 2026 19:15:00 GMT
The findings indicate where adaptive measures are needed most around the United States.
 
Q&A: Hey AI, who should I vote for this year? - MIT Fri, 30 Oct 2026 19:00:00 GMT
MIT professors Adam Berinsky and Chara Podimata discuss a new project to track how AI chatbots are responding to questions about the 2026 U.S. midterm elections.
 
Everything you need to know about Googlebooks - Engadget Fri, 30 Oct 2026 19:00:00 GMT
Despite good initial hardware, the Googlebook OS still needs a lot of work.
 
A Modern Smalltalk - Hack a Day Fri, 30 Oct 2026 18:30:54 GMT
In the history of object-oriented (OO) computer languages, Smalltalk has a special place. It wasn’t the first OO language, and it hasn’t spread as well as some others. But it …read more
 
Apple Music 7.0 for Android rolls out with Liquid Glass redesign - 9to5Google - Google Fri, 30 Oct 2026 18:26:00 GMT
  1. Apple Music 7.0 for Android rolls out with Liquid Glass redesign 9to5Google
  2. Exactly how Apple Music used sound to build its new brand identity It's Nice That
  3. iOS 27.2 adds new app icon for Apple Music, more design updates 9to5Mac
  4. From Playlist to Cultural Powerhouse: Where Apple Music Goes Next Muse by Clio
  5. Sunday Reboot: Physical logos and a monumental screw-up AppleInsider
 
Gears of War: E-Day Reportedly Cost $500 Million to Make, Amid Claims It Has Sold Just 400,000 Copies - IGN - Google Fri, 30 Oct 2026 18:24:00 GMT
  1. Gears of War: E-Day Reportedly Cost $500 Million to Make, Amid Claims It Has Sold Just 400,000 Copies IGN
  2. Xbox CEO Asha Sharma Pointed to Record Minecraft and World of Warcraft Forever Sales, but Circana Sees No Impact From Her Initiatives Wccftech
  3. Xbox's Recent Efforts Haven't Changed Anything And The Future Remains Bleak, Expert Says GameSpot
  4. A tale of 2 exclusives in the multiplatform era: Wolverine helps sell PS5s, but Gears doesn’t move the needle for Xbox Yahoo Tech
  5. Gears E-Day Sold 62K on Xbox vs 1.7M on Game Pass [2026] https://tech-insider.org/
 
Rare meteorite from Mars gives us a view into its ancient crust - ArsTechnica Fri, 30 Oct 2026 18:13:42 GMT
A meteorite found in the Sahara is a rare piece of Mars' ancient crust.
 
Hackaday Podcast Episode 393: Epaper, Tamagotchi Hacks, and Supercon Talks Galore - Hack a Day Fri, 30 Oct 2026 17:45:17 GMT
This week’s podcast comes from Europe, as Elliot Williams is joined by Jenny List, who wishes to apologies for the poor sound quality from her headset microphone. The news this …read more
 
Fujifilm to boost tape production 5x as AI fuels archiving demand - ArsTechnica Fri, 30 Oct 2026 17:38:19 GMT
Low costs and offline security mean magnetic tape still has a job.
 
Fujifilm pours $64 million into magnetic tape production as AI storage demand surges - TechSpot Fri, 30 Oct 2026 17:38:00 GMT

Fujifilm recently announced a significant new investment in its magnetic tape manufacturing operations. The Japanese giant will spend 10 billion yen, or around $64 million, to expand production capacity at its Kanagawa Factory in the city of Odawara. The site manufactures magnetic tapes for data storage workloads, and the IT...

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Pokémon GO Max Monday Schedule (November 2026) - Pokémon GO Hub - Google Fri, 30 Oct 2026 17:34:57 GMT
Pokémon GO Max Monday Schedule (November 2026) Pokémon GO HubSee more headlines & perspectives on Google News
 
FM27 Free Play : How to install via Xbox Game Pass - Football Manager - Google Fri, 30 Oct 2026 17:29:57 GMT
  1. FM27 Free Play : How to install via Xbox Game Pass Football Manager
  2. Hands on with Football Manager 27: Accomplished new game remedies FM26’s drawbacks - The Athletic The New York Times
  3. Football Manager 27: release date, new features and platforms for the football management game Sortir à Paris
  4. Football Manager 27 Is Free to Play on Steam Until November 3 Ahead of Its November 10 Launch gHacks
  5. ‘Football Manager 27’ First Look: The Game’s Back Forbes
 
You Can See Everything That Billy Evans Watched on 2x Speed - The New York Times - Google Fri, 30 Oct 2026 17:15:37 GMT
You Can See Everything That Billy Evans Watched on 2x Speed The New York Times
 
Zelda: Ocarina of Time Nintendo Switch 2 remake “What’s New” trailer - Nintendo Everything - Google Fri, 30 Oct 2026 17:14:52 GMT
  1. Zelda: Ocarina of Time Nintendo Switch 2 remake “What’s New” trailer Nintendo Everything
  2. Nintendo producer 'nervous' as Zelda classic remake about to hit shelves Japan Today
  3. There’s one week left to preorder the Ocarina of Time remake for $10 off The Verge
  4. Zelda Chief Eiji Aonuma Says Some of the Younger Members of the Ocarina of Time Remake Team Had Never Played the Original Game — and That's a Good Thing IGN
  5. You’re invited to the Midnight Launch of The Legend of Zelda™: Ocarina of Time at Nintendo NEW YORK! Nintendo
 
Apple’s $1,999 iPhone Duo is already rewarding buyers who wait - TheStreet - Google Fri, 30 Oct 2026 17:07:00 GMT
  1. Apple’s $1,999 iPhone Duo is already rewarding buyers who wait TheStreet
  2. Apple iPhone Duo review: Two screens, two experiences, two thousand dollars Ars Technica
  3. At launch, there were more iPhone Duo in stores than online AppleInsider
  4. Apple’s iPhone Duo Is Likely to Deliver Growth Acceleration on the Back of Strong Demand Barchart.com
  5. Apple’s iPhone Maker Confident of Meeting Surge in Duo Demand Bloomberg
 
Researchers May Have Discovered the 6th Dwarf Planet - CNET Fri, 30 Oct 2026 17:02:25 GMT
The other five are Pluto, Ceres, Eris, Haumea and Makemake.
 
Inspired by Classic FromSoftware, Queen's Domain Looks a Fascinating PS5 Adventure - Push Square - Google Fri, 30 Oct 2026 17:00:00 GMT
  1. Inspired by Classic FromSoftware, Queen's Domain Looks a Fascinating PS5 Adventure Push Square
  2. Queen’s Domain Releases Today! Some Beginner’s Pro Tips for Success XBOX Wire
  3. Don’t Miss This Great New Action Game Inspired By From Software’s Earliest Series GameSpot
  4. This New Retro Fantasy Indie RPG Channels Dark Souls and King's Field 80 Level
  5. Best Queen's Domain Melee Weapons: Rankings and Locations games.gg
 
Thousands of “ghost students” use AI to steal millions in student loans, DOJ says - ArsTechnica Fri, 30 Oct 2026 16:53:49 GMT
Applying for FAFSA may get messy as DOJ “ghost student” crackdown ramps up.
 
Nintendo Showcases Every Switch 1 & 2 Indie World Game In New Infographic - Nintendo Life - Google Fri, 30 Oct 2026 16:45:00 GMT
  1. Nintendo Showcases Every Switch 1 & 2 Indie World Game In New Infographic Nintendo Life
  2. New Indie World Showcase features cozy and chaotic fun for Nintendo Switch 2 and Nintendo Switch Nintendo
  3. This Week in Games - Do They Know its Halloween? Anime News Network
  4. Everything Shown At The October 2026 Nintendo Indie World Showcase Game Informer
  5. Fox on Games 930 WFMD Free Talk
 
A University of Kentucky employee asked to be exempted from using AI for his 'religious' beliefs - TechSpot Fri, 30 Oct 2026 16:24:00 GMT

David Durman might be the first employee to receive a special exemption from using AI tools on religious grounds. The 45-year-old research administrator at the University of Kentucky identifies as a humanist, a belief system that apparently requires him to avoid AI-based workflows. Durman's job doesn't require AI either, which...

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New tvOS 27.2 features to try for an upgraded Apple TV experience - Engadget Fri, 30 Oct 2026 16:22:49 GMT
Apple's tvOS 27.2 update isn't a particularly transformative one, but it still introduces a handful of new features that are worth checking out.
 
Analysts find looming launch crisis is "more severe" than anticipated - ArsTechnica Fri, 30 Oct 2026 16:12:59 GMT
There's no evidence that Starship will launch traditional satellites, either.
 
People Are Creating ‘Survival Guides’ to Cope With the ‘AO3 Apocalypse’ - Wired Fri, 30 Oct 2026 15:57:35 GMT
The fanfic site could be down for weeks due to a “security incident.” Users are not taking it well.
 
The Wikimedia Foundation weighs in on the NYT's case against OpenAI - Engadget Fri, 30 Oct 2026 15:47:12 GMT
The folks behind Wikipedia say that an extreme decision in either direction could threaten the open web.
 
Actor Patrick Stewart dies at 86, legendary star of Star Trek and X-Men - TechSpot Fri, 30 Oct 2026 15:40:00 GMT

After his longtime spokesperson, Kelly Bush Novak, formally announced his passing, tributes poured in from around the world. Fans and former colleagues recalled his iconic roles and marveled at how easily he moved between commercial cinema and classical Shakespearean theater.

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How Britain Narrowly Escaped a Grid Blackout in June 2026 - Hack a Day Fri, 30 Oct 2026 15:30:14 GMT
Amidst one of the worst heatwaves in European history, Britain’s national grid saw itself faced with a quiet crisis this summer. On June 23rd, the grid frequency dropped to 49.657 …read more
 
Microsoft Edge gets up to 33% faster launches on Windows 11 - TechSpot Fri, 30 Oct 2026 15:27:00 GMT
Microsoft has made Edge quicker to launch, with startup times improving by 15% on average and up to 33% during heavy multitasking. The optimization lets Windows communicate directly with Edge when the browser is already running, cutting unnecessary overhead. It's a welcome performance boost for a browser that continues to compete with Chrome.
 
Bose’s Hottest Product Is Briefly Back in Stock - CNET Fri, 30 Oct 2026 15:25:56 GMT
Bose’s $99 Noise Canceling Wired Earbuds have been hard to get after earning a CNET Editors’ Choice award.
 
Don’t Buy ‘Marathon’ As A ‘Donation’ For ‘Destiny’ Content, Says Bungie - Forbes - Google Fri, 30 Oct 2026 15:19:24 GMT
  1. Don’t Buy ‘Marathon’ As A ‘Donation’ For ‘Destiny’ Content, Says Bungie Forbes
  2. Bungie Says 'Don't Buy Marathon as a Donation' as Destiny Players Look to Support Studio's Future IGN
  3. "Don't buy Marathon as a donation," Bungie boss says as players worry Destiny 2's fate hinges on it Yahoo Tech
  4. Bungie under pressure: The future depends on Marathon PlayFront
  5. Bungie urges players not to buy Marathon just to support Destiny 2 iXBT.games
 
EA Reportedly Closed BioWare To Invest In Developing Star Wars Battlefront III Instead Of The Next Mass Effect - Game Informer - Google Fri, 30 Oct 2026 15:19:00 GMT
  1. EA Reportedly Closed BioWare To Invest In Developing Star Wars Battlefront III Instead Of The Next Mass Effect Game Informer
  2. Why Electronic Arts Shut Down BioWare And Cancelled ‘Mass Effect’ Bloomberg
  3. BioWare Co-Founder Greg Zeschuk Says Studio Was Killed by Executives Who Have Never "Made a Game” 80 Level
  4. BioWare Reportedly Shut Down Because EA Chose to Invest in Star Wars Battlefront 3 Over Mass Effect 5 IGN
  5. Report: EA shut down BioWare in favor of Star Wars: Battlefront sequel after previously decrying licensed games Game Developer
 
The Death Stranding anime's first teaser trailer arrives ahead of its Disney+ debut - Engadget Fri, 30 Oct 2026 15:07:09 GMT
The adaptation has a fittingly strange tagline: "My mom became a crater."
 
‘Largest Crypto Hack in History’: Binance Loses More Than $6B - CNET Fri, 30 Oct 2026 15:04:38 GMT
It’s a bad week to own crypto.
 
I Spent 30 Minutes With Apple’s CEO. Now I Know Why John Ternus Got the Job - Wired Fri, 30 Oct 2026 15:00:00 GMT
Apple doesn’t need fixing, and it doesn’t want drama. Its new leader is a “product guy” who bleeds six colors.
 
Crimson Desert Enhanced Edition gets a surprise demo on PlayStation and Xbox, lets you play for 5 hours and carry over your save data - Eurogamer.net - Google Fri, 30 Oct 2026 14:58:30 GMT
  1. Crimson Desert Enhanced Edition gets a surprise demo on PlayStation and Xbox, lets you play for 5 hours and carry over your save data Eurogamer.net
  2. Crimson Desert: Charting the Unknown DLC Review So Far – Much More Content, Not Always for the Better IGN
  3. The Journey of Crimson Desert Continues with Charting the Unknown XBOX Wire
  4. Crimson Desert Enhanced Adds Surprise Free Trial For All Xbox Series X|S Owners Pure Xbox
  5. Crimson Desert’s New DLC Makes Its Already Huge World Look Tiny, With the Massive Ocean and Full Underwater Exploration, NPC Naval Battles, and Dragons Destroying Ships Wccftech
 
Binance loses $6.3 billion in largest crypto heist ever - TechSpot Fri, 30 Oct 2026 14:36:00 GMT

Blockchain intelligence firm TRM Labs puts the haul at approximately $6.36 billion, taken from Binance wallets across ten blockchains on October 29. Most of the money was moved in about 20 minutes. The firm attributes the attack to TraderTraitor, a North Korean hacking unit, with high confidence.

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Next Week on XBOX: New Games for November 2 to 6 - XBOX Wire - Google Fri, 30 Oct 2026 14:03:44 GMT
  1. Next Week on XBOX: New Games for November 2 to 6 XBOX Wire
  2. Six Xbox Game Pass Titles Are Confirmed For The Final Few Days Of October Pure Xbox
  3. One of the Best Modern ‘Final Fantasy’ Games Just Arrived on Xbox Game Pass VICE
  4. Xbox Game Pass Gets 4 New Titles in Big October 2026 Release Wave OpenCritic
  5. 20+ Xbox Games Are Available Today, And It's Also A Big Day For Game Pass (October 29) Pure Xbox
 
GM to pay $220 million after selling customer Smart Driver data - ArsTechnica Fri, 30 Oct 2026 13:53:20 GMT
Owners of GM cars found their driving data had been sold to insurance companies.
 
Hackers steal $6.3 billion from Binance in record crypto heist - ArsTechnica Fri, 30 Oct 2026 13:46:39 GMT
Binance scrambles to freeze billions after record-breaking hack linked to North Korea.
 
Anthropic manager stops coding interviews because Claude beats most candidates - TechSpot Fri, 30 Oct 2026 13:41:00 GMT

That manager is Felix Rieseberg. He's led engineering on Claude.ai and the Claude Code desktop app, among other things. Earlier this week, he posted on X that the coding interview no longer tells him anything useful. So he pulled it from his team's hiring loops this month.

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Report: Nvidia Accelerating RTX 5080 24GB Launch, Could Arrive By December - Digital Foundry - Google Fri, 30 Oct 2026 13:35:00 GMT
  1. Report: Nvidia Accelerating RTX 5080 24GB Launch, Could Arrive By December Digital Foundry
  2. RTX 5080 Vanishes From NVIDIA's US Marketplace Two Weeks After the RTX 5090 TechPowerUp
  3. Nvidia store quietly pulls the RTX 5080 following RTX 5090 removal — street prices climb to 2.2X MSRP Tom's Hardware
  4. Nvidia Quietly Removes RTX 5080 Graphics Card From Its Online Store PCMag
  5. RTX 5080 Appears to Have Been Discontinued, as Prices Hit $2,000 and it Disappears From Nvidia's Store IGN
 
Mattress Deals: Save Over $600 Before Black Friday 2026 - Wired Fri, 30 Oct 2026 13:34:00 GMT
Even though Black Friday isn’t for a few more weeks, we’ve found early discounts on our favorite WIRED-tested mattresses and sleep accessories.
 
Deal of the Day: Apple’s Newest AirTags at their Lowest Price Ever - WSJ - Google Fri, 30 Oct 2026 13:30:06 GMT
  1. Deal of the Day: Apple’s Newest AirTags at their Lowest Price Ever WSJ
  2. Amazon's AirTag 2 deal drops the 4-pack to record-low $69.99 AppleInsider
  3. Deals: 4-Pack of AirTags 2 for $69 OS X Daily
  4. AirTag 2 Drops to New Low Price of $23 on Amazon MacRumors
  5. Don’t wait for Black Friday: This AirTag bundle deal is as good as it gets Macworld
 
Harley-Davidson's electric motorbike brand has 'substantial doubt' about its future - Engadget Fri, 30 Oct 2026 13:06:06 GMT
LiveWire's warns that it may not survive its current financial difficulties.
 
Did Apple and Amazon just save the smart display? - The Verge - Google Fri, 30 Oct 2026 13:00:00 GMT
  1. Did Apple and Amazon just save the smart display? The Verge
  2. Amazon unveils new lineup of Alexa devices including redesigned Echo Show Reuters
  3. I just tried Amazon’s Alexa Photo Frame, and it could be the perfect splurge gift | CNN Underscored CNN
  4. Amazon's New Echo Time Smart Alarm Clock Tries To Make Waking Up Less Painful Engadget
  5. Amazon debuts the Alexa Photo Frame and Echo Time smart clock, plus other upgraded devices TechCrunch
 
Elon Musk's SpaceXSI offers to buy hundreds of homes near its data centers, as long as owners don't sue - TechSpot Fri, 30 Oct 2026 12:58:00 GMT

Real estate agents have been going door to door in the Colonial Hills neighborhood of Southaven, Mississippi, on behalf of the tech giant, offering to buy residents' homes if they don't join the ongoing lawsuit, writes The Guardian.

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The Elder Scrolls 6 is reportedly titled "Sentinel," and a reveal might come soon - TechSpot Fri, 30 Oct 2026 12:16:00 GMT

Sources familiar with Bethesda's inner workings have informed The Verge that The Elder Scrolls VI will be subtitled "Sentinel," and that Microsoft will reveal the title next month. The game may still be years away, and Microsoft is reportedly considering an Xbox-exclusive launch.

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Meta quietly launches an AI fashion app for virtually trying on clothes - Engadget Fri, 30 Oct 2026 12:05:36 GMT
Meta has launched an AI fashion app called Style Sketch in Indonesia, Singapore and Thailand.
 
2027 Nissan Rogue Hybrid: Drives like an EV, but there's no plug involved - ArsTechnica Fri, 30 Oct 2026 12:00:18 GMT
Nissan’s series hybrid e-Power system has been retuned for American roads.
 
Lenovo Googlebook 15 Review: Your Android Phone's New Best Friend - Engadget - Google Fri, 30 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMT
  1. Lenovo Googlebook 15 Review: Your Android Phone's New Best Friend Engadget
  2. Everything You Need To Know About Googlebooks Engadget
  3. We asked which Googlebook you'd buy and many said they’d pass Android Authority
  4. Here's how I replicated 3 of the Googlebook's best features on a $60 Linux laptop How-To Geek
  5. I paired my iPhone with a Googlebook laptop, and Apple might not like the results MakeUseOf
 
Using AI to Vibe Code Your TV Is Stupid - CNET Fri, 30 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMT
No one likes clunky TV interfaces or their activity being tracked, but using AI isn’t how to avoid it. There’s an easier way.
 
Lenovo Googlebook 15 review: Your Android phone's new best friend - Engadget Fri, 30 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMT
Despite Lenovo providing excellent hardware for Google's new laptop platform, Googlebook OS will only impress Android die-hards.
 
The $6.3 Billion Binance Hack Was Pulled Off in Just 20 Minutes - Wired Fri, 30 Oct 2026 11:36:52 GMT
Multiple crypto-tracing firms say notorious North Korean hackers TraderTraitor may be behind the largest digital heist in history—with billions of crypto likely gone for good.
 
Review: You Can See Everything blurs the view of Elizabeth Holmes' deceit - ArsTechnica Fri, 30 Oct 2026 11:30:01 GMT
Disgraced founder of Theranos has some people falling for her act all over again.
 
Flock can't seem to take no for an answer, as its cameras reappear in another city that rejected them - TechSpot Fri, 30 Oct 2026 11:15:00 GMT

The surveillance giant's latest PR disaster took place in Dayton, Minnesota, reports The Drive. The city's local government posted on Facebook that the Police Department was made aware of a maintenance work order produced by Flock on September 17, 2026.

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Rocket Report: Winter is coming for Themis; Cowboy Space adds iron to the fire - ArsTechnica Fri, 30 Oct 2026 11:00:35 GMT
It's been a good week for ULA, with big NASA contract, Vulcan nearing return-to-flight.
 
This App Brutally Shames You by Tracking How Many Hours You’ve Lost to Scrolling - Wired Fri, 30 Oct 2026 11:00:00 GMT
The iOS app Oh My Hours takes a new approach to curbing screen time. It splits up your day into hour-long blocks, then shows which ones you wasted on Instagram and TikTok.
 
Apple takes “monumental step forward” with first touchscreen MacBook - Dezeen - Google Fri, 30 Oct 2026 10:50:00 GMT
  1. Apple takes “monumental step forward” with first touchscreen MacBook Dezeen
  2. The Touchscreen MacBook Is Here. For Me, It’s Wait Till Next Year CNET
  3. Apple Unveils Its First Touch-Screen Laptop Computer The New York Times
  4. First Look: I Uncovered Everything New About the M6 iMac So You Don't Have To PCMag
  5. Apple finally combined a toaster and a refrigerator The Verge
 
Elon Musk’s Ties to Texas Republicans Go Much Deeper Than the Midterms - Wired Fri, 30 Oct 2026 10:45:00 GMT
As Election Day approaches, the billionaire’s longstanding relationships with GOP leaders in Texas are under scrutiny.
 
Male Insecurity Over Penis Size Is a Booming Business - Wired Fri, 30 Oct 2026 10:30:00 GMT
Manhood, a new documentary about “girth enhancement,” explores how wellness professionals are encouraging men to undergo increasingly extreme procedures to be sexually desirable.
 
The Best Handheld Translators for Work and Travel (2026) - Wired Fri, 30 Oct 2026 10:30:00 GMT
Your cell phone can handle basic language translation, but dedicated translator devices can offer a much more immersive, versatile experience.
 
Waymo and Toyota will soon start testing their robotaxis in Japan - Engadget Fri, 30 Oct 2026 10:23:52 GMT
Waymo and Toyota will start testing autonomous bZ4X vehicles in Japan next year. (edited)
 
It Sure Looks Like the Department of Education Is Promoting a Right-Wing ‘Harry Potter’ Meme - Wired Fri, 30 Oct 2026 10:15:00 GMT
The meme appeared to reference gender-swapping “Malfoid” fan fiction, a term with incel roots. When asked about it, the DOE responded by quoting Dumbledore.
 
Senators are looking into 'serious privacy risks' with Meta's AI glasses - Engadget Fri, 30 Oct 2026 10:08:13 GMT
US senators have asked Meta to explain how it's mitigating 'serious' privacy risks with its AI glasses.
 
Razer Blade 18 Laptop Review: RTX 5090 Power in a Slim, Quiet Package - TechSpot Fri, 30 Oct 2026 10:08:00 GMT
The Razer Blade 18 packs an RTX 5090, a stunning 240Hz/440Hz display, and serious gaming power into a surprisingly sleek chassis. But can its premium design justify the eye-watering price?
 
NYT Strands Hints for October 31, 2026 - The New York Times - Google Fri, 30 Oct 2026 10:00:04 GMT
  1. NYT Strands Hints for October 31, 2026 The New York Times
  2. Today’s NYT Strands Hints, Spangram and Answers for Friday, Oct. 30, #971 CNET
  3. Today’s NYT Strands answers, clues, and hints on October 29 (puzzle #970) PC Guide
  4. NYT Strands hints and answers for Saturday, October 31 (game #972) TechRadar
  5. NYT Strands Hints, Clues And Answers For Friday October 30: All Charged Up Forbes
 
Crematoria Are Being Used to Heat Homes and Swimming Pools - Wired Fri, 30 Oct 2026 10:00:00 GMT
European countries are leading the way harvesting heat that would otherwise be wasted as green death practices become more common.
 
Samsung S95H OLED TV Review (2026) - Wired Fri, 30 Oct 2026 10:00:00 GMT
It performs great, with rich texture and high brightness, but faces new competition when it comes to color dominance.
 
Gift Ideas for Friends (2026): Wellness Tech, Kitchen Essentials - Wired Fri, 30 Oct 2026 09:33:00 GMT
These are the WIRED-tested gadgets, kitchen tools, and cozy comforts I’d actually buy for my own inner circle.
 
The Best Leaf Blower We’ve Tested Is Ready for Halloween - Wired Fri, 30 Oct 2026 09:01:00 GMT
Our top Ego pick is discounted, and our resident leaf blower expert demonstrates how to make a TP cannon.
 
The Iran War’s Impact on Oil Is Hitting Key Senate Races Hard - Wired Fri, 30 Oct 2026 09:00:00 GMT
Democrats are using the high price of diesel, heating oil, and fertilizer to tie Republicans to President Donald Trump’s unpopular, costly war in Iran.
 
Binance hacked for an estimated $6.3 billion in record crypto theft - Engadget Fri, 30 Oct 2026 08:24:55 GMT
Cryptocurrency exchange Binance has been hit with a record $6.3 billion hack.
 
Samsung's next foldable is here, and it's even more expensive than the iPhone Duo - Android Authority - Google Fri, 30 Oct 2026 08:22:00 GMT
  1. Samsung's next foldable is here, and it's even more expensive than the iPhone Duo Android Authority
  2. Samsung just launched a new foldable with colors so stunning, almost everyone is loving them PhoneArena
  3. Samsung has a secret luxury foldable phone line, and its newest model is gorgeous Yanko Design
  4. Samsung's next foldable leaks in official-looking renders - GSMArena.com news GSMArena.com
  5. Samsung W27 Launches in China: How an Exclusive Live Wallpaper Elevates the Ultra-Luxury Foldable Experience nokiapoweruser.com
 
How video game remakes tap the power of nostalgia - BBC - Google Fri, 30 Oct 2026 07:45:00 GMT
  1. How video game remakes tap the power of nostalgia BBC
  2. Remake Fatigue? Not in Gaming. The University Times
 
General Motors agrees to pay $220 million to settle multi-state data privacy lawsuit - Engadget Fri, 30 Oct 2026 07:44:26 GMT
GM has settled the Smart Driver program lawsuit brought by 35 attorneys general.
 
The Legend of Zelda Edition Nintendo Switch Pro Controller Drops to $55.99 Ahead of Black Friday - IGN - Google Fri, 30 Oct 2026 07:15:00 GMT
  1. The Legend of Zelda Edition Nintendo Switch Pro Controller Drops to $55.99 Ahead of Black Friday IGN
  2. Save 30% Off Consoles, Games, and More in Woot’s Fall Video Game Sale ComicBook.com
  3. Woot’s huge gaming sale is back with up to 85% off Switch/PS5 games and gear from just $3 (Extra 30% off) 9to5Toys
  4. Nintendo's Official Switch 2 Pro Controller Sells for ¥9,980 (approx. $63), With Quiet Sticks and Rear Buttons That Change TV Mode BigGo Finance
  5. Woot’s Early Black Friday Sale Features Some Incredible Video Game Deals IGN
 
‘Armored Core VI’ Is Getting A Pile Bunker Ballpoint Pen - Forbes - Google Fri, 30 Oct 2026 07:00:30 GMT
‘Armored Core VI’ Is Getting A Pile Bunker Ballpoint Pen Forbes
 
MIT engineers create nanoparticles for delivering personalized cancer vaccines - MIT Fri, 30 Oct 2026 04:30:00 GMT
The particles carry a customized dose of cancer antigens that can provoke a strong immune response against tumors.
 
GTA 6’s Map Size and The 201-Mission Rumor, Explained - Forbes - Google Fri, 30 Oct 2026 04:13:58 GMT
  1. GTA 6’s Map Size and The 201-Mission Rumor, Explained Forbes
  2. Grand Theft Auto VI exclusive – The state that never sleeps GamesRadar+
  3. GTA 6 "felt too fast" when Rockstar made it run like Grand Theft Auto 5 due to the leap in visual performance Yahoo Tech
  4. GTA 6 Edge Magazine Reveals New Screenshots and Gameplay Features VICE
  5. Rockstar Created about 600,000 Animations for NPCs in GTA 6 80 Level
 
She Gave Dates 30 Minutes. This One Clicked in the 27th. - The New York Times - Google Fri, 30 Oct 2026 04:00:25 GMT
She Gave Dates 30 Minutes. This One Clicked in the 27th. The New York Times
 
Attack on Titan 3: The Final Preview - IGN - Google Fri, 30 Oct 2026 01:00:00 GMT
  1. Attack on Titan 3: The Final Preview IGN
  2. A.O.T. 3 Interview: Sorry, But There's A Reason You Can't Kiss Mikasa IMDb
  3. A.O.T. 3 Preview: The Titans Are Back And More Brutal Than Ever DualShockers
  4. Nintendo Switch 2 Pre-orders Open For Attack On Titan 3 The Outerhaven
  5. Hideo Suzuki Tells Us What to Expect From the Attack on Titan 3 Game Crunchyroll
 
Here’s Why You’re About to See More Ads in Google’s AI Overviews - CNET Fri, 30 Oct 2026 00:43:22 GMT
With Google now injecting “sponsored” links directly into AI follow-up queries, traffic to online publishers will suffer even more.
 
Remember Patrick Stewart by Streaming Star Trek, X-Men and Other Genre-Defining Roles - CNET Fri, 30 Oct 2026 00:36:58 GMT
Celebrate the life of Patrick Stewart through his iconic roles in TV and movies.
 
The AI buildout's carbon bill could undo 15 years of power sector emissions cuts - TechSpot Fri, 30 Oct 2026 00:26:00 GMT

In a report obtained by Bloomberg, the environmental nonprofit Sierra Club estimates that planned US AI data centers would add 618 million metric tons to the power sector's carbon emissions between 2025 and 2030, a 42% increase. The figure would effectively reverse 15 years of greenhouse gas reductions from electricity generation.

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The Massive DHS Breach Is Hacktivist Payback for Government Surveillance - CNET Thu, 29 Oct 2026 23:40:54 GMT
The personal information of more than 41,000 Department of Homeland Security employees was exposed by a hacker group.
 
Reviewer Gets His Hands On Trump Mobile’s $499 Phone, And What He Finds Is “Absolutely Brutal” - Bored Panda - Google Thu, 29 Oct 2026 23:19:31 GMT
  1. Reviewer Gets His Hands On Trump Mobile’s $499 Phone, And What He Finds Is “Absolutely Brutal” Bored Panda
  2. Zack Nelson Subjects Trump Mobile T1 to Durability Tests Confirming Identical HTC Origins TechEBlog -
  3. Trump Phone teardown exposes gold-painted HTC U24 Pro Cybernews
  4. JerryRig the Trump phone. The Verge
  5. Tech Reviewer Savages Trump-Branded Phone He Says Is Definitely Not American-Made Yahoo News New Zealand
 
Sony is working on a film adaptation of viral indie horror game Mouthwashing - Engadget Thu, 29 Oct 2026 22:52:36 GMT
The adaptation will be directed by Karyn Kusama, and scripted by the writers of The Invitation.
 
Meta is testing 'Threads Friends' for sharing posts with smaller groups - Engadget Thu, 29 Oct 2026 22:05:39 GMT
Twitter Circle, anyone?
 
VRChat says it's not adding AI labels despite user survey showing people want that - Engadget Thu, 29 Oct 2026 21:48:05 GMT
Trying to make everyone happy could make no one happy.
 
Reddit is moving to “a logged-in-only experience,” CEO says - ArsTechnica Thu, 29 Oct 2026 21:47:57 GMT
Reddit's search traffic "was down meaningfully" last quarter.
 
Patrick Stewart, Who Gracefully Steered Star Trek Into Its Next Generation, Dies at 86 - CNET Thu, 29 Oct 2026 21:45:26 GMT
“Captain Picard stood for the best of us,” wrote William Shatner, who played Captain James T. Kirk.
 
Fan fiction website AO3 is down, and it could take weeks to recover - Engadget Thu, 29 Oct 2026 21:18:22 GMT
The site's data is reportedly intact, but the cause of the outage is still unknown.
 
Portland arcade bar Ground Kontrol coming to downtown Vancouver - The Columbian - Google Thu, 29 Oct 2026 21:00:25 GMT
Portland arcade bar Ground Kontrol coming to downtown Vancouver The Columbian
 
Apple Executive Comments on New iPad Mini Lacking 120Hz Display - MacRumors - Google Thu, 29 Oct 2026 20:47:14 GMT
  1. Apple Executive Comments on New iPad Mini Lacking 120Hz Display MacRumors
  2. Hands-on with the new OLED iPad Mini The Verge
  3. Apple is cheaping out on the expensive new iPad mini Fast Company
  4. Apple gives iPad mini its biggest update ever Apple
  5. Where to Pre-Order Apple's New MacBooks, iPad Mini, and iMac MacRumors
 
What to Know About China’s Top-Secret Spaceplane - Wired Thu, 29 Oct 2026 20:45:36 GMT
This week, the Pentagon released a full-resolution image of the vehicle, the capabilities of which remain rather mysterious.
 
Nvidia Finds Itself at the Center of an AI Spy Saga - CNET Thu, 29 Oct 2026 20:40:40 GMT
CEO Jensen Huang may have been the target of Chinese espionage activity, The New York Times reports.
 
Reddit will force users to log in as AI is killing search traffic - Engadget Thu, 29 Oct 2026 20:32:49 GMT
The company is starting with tests outside of the US.
 
Google fixes an annoying Photos bug that hid edited images from other apps - Engadget Thu, 29 Oct 2026 20:26:24 GMT
Hey, that's not what Magic Eraser is supposed to do!
 
AO3 Suffers Major Outage: Possibly No Fanfic for 2 Weeks or Longer - CNET Thu, 29 Oct 2026 20:25:58 GMT
Archive of Our Own, one of the world’s biggest fanfiction sites, went down hard as a response to a “security incident.”
 
Microsoft fixes a Windows 11 annoyance as PC revenue declines - ArsTechnica Thu, 29 Oct 2026 20:18:49 GMT
The latest update also brings a cloud recovery option for PCs that won't boot.
 
Google brings AI Mode advertisements to more countries - Engadget Thu, 29 Oct 2026 20:18:24 GMT
Adding sponsored content in more markets could make the feature profitable.
 
Your phone’s blue glow is keeping you up. Could red light be the fix? - NBC News - Google Thu, 29 Oct 2026 20:18:02 GMT
Your phone’s blue glow is keeping you up. Could red light be the fix? NBC News
 
Underwater data centers are heading for waters that endangered whales call home - TechSpot Thu, 29 Oct 2026 20:15:00 GMT

Earlier this year, DeepGreen Holdings filed a preliminary permit application with the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC). The company is seeking to develop two data center projects designed to take advantage of underwater environments, but the proposed locations overlap with habitats of two endangered whale populations. Local communities have also...

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Pentagon IG refuses to investigate Starlink/Starshield slowdown in Ukraine - ArsTechnica Thu, 29 Oct 2026 20:08:10 GMT
Inspector general rejected request from Democratic and Republican senators.
 
Woman Died After ChatGPT Advised Her to Stop Taking Medication, Lawsuit Alleges - CNET Thu, 29 Oct 2026 19:54:37 GMT
A 31-year-old Seattle woman turned to ChatGPT-4o when she became concerned about side effects from her medication.
 
Polymarket Halted International Trading After Hackers Drained Accounts - Wired Thu, 29 Oct 2026 19:51:56 GMT
The company says an unnamed third-party provider was compromised. Trading has resumed, and Polymarket says affected traders will be made whole.
 
Nothing Headphones Sale: Stylish and Up to 41% Off - Wired Thu, 29 Oct 2026 19:41:36 GMT
Some of the brand’s best styles, including the Nothing Headphone (1) and CMF Headphone Pro, are at the lowest prices I’ve ever seen ahead of Black Friday.
 
Gamers hunting for PS5 emulators on GitHub are downloading malware instead - TechSpot Thu, 29 Oct 2026 19:10:00 GMT

A cleanup script deletes the malware's own files, making the intrusion harder for the PC's owner to detect. NordVPN's Threat Intelligence team discovered malicious repositories posing as the KyttyPS5 and AnyPS5 emulators. Their pages mimic legitimate emulation projects, giving users the impression that they are downloading gaming software. NordVPN warns...

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We’re looking at how Switch 2’s roster has been a hitmaker thanks to Nintendo taking risks - Nintendo Wire - Google Thu, 29 Oct 2026 18:51:00 GMT
  1. We’re looking at how Switch 2’s roster has been a hitmaker thanks to Nintendo taking risks Nintendo Wire
  2. 10 Years Later, Nintendo's Switch Reveal Is a Fascinating Time Capsule Polygon.com
 
A Defense Contractor Gave Their Personal AI Agent Access to a Secure Pentagon System - Wired Thu, 29 Oct 2026 18:39:43 GMT
Sources tell WIRED that an Accenture employee’s personal Claude agent ran on a DOD network for two months before it was identified and the vulnerability could be patched.
 
DoorDash Plans to Acquire Grocery Delivery Service Instacart in $17B Deal - CNET Thu, 29 Oct 2026 18:30:41 GMT
When the deal is complete, both companies are expected to continue operating separately.
 
Phantom Blade 0’s 66 Days Mode Is Brilliant - GameSpot - Google Thu, 29 Oct 2026 18:28:40 GMT
  1. Phantom Blade 0’s 66 Days Mode Is Brilliant GameSpot
  2. Phantom Blade Zero Draws 700,000+ Steam Players Within 24 Hours of Launch TechPowerUp
  3. Here's The Best Graphics And Performance Mode For Phantom Blade Zero On PlayStation 5 Game Informer
  4. Things Phantom Blade Zero Doesn’t Tell You IGN
  5. ‘Phantom Blade Zero’ Destroys A Playercount Record On Steam Forbes
 
SK Hynix expects memory chip shortage to persist until at least 2030 - TechSpot Thu, 29 Oct 2026 18:27:00 GMT

SK Hynix recently published its financial results for the third quarter of 2026. Beyond the rosy numbers fueled by surging demand for memory chips, the South Korean semiconductor manufacturer also outlined where it expects the market to go over the next few years. Big spoiler: demand for AI-related products isn't...

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Planetary-scale metagenomic analysis reveals CRISPR targeting dynamics across ecosystems - Nature - Google Thu, 29 Oct 2026 18:01:09 GMT
Planetary-scale metagenomic analysis reveals CRISPR targeting dynamics across ecosystems Nature
 
The GTX 750 Ti is back with 8GB of memory, and it can still barely run Cyberpunk - TechSpot Thu, 29 Oct 2026 17:45:00 GMT

UK YouTuber RandomGaminginHD picked one up from the little-known brand Xynsviu for around £160. That's more than the $149 Nvidia originally charged for the card. In the US, the same model was listed on the brand's eBay storefront for $189.

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Go Minimal—the Ridge Wallet is 20 Percent Off Right Now - Wired Thu, 29 Oct 2026 17:41:36 GMT
The popular Ridge Wallet lives up to the hype and is on sale, along with other Ridge gear. Plus, you can try it risk-free for 99 days.
 
Edge just got a big Windows 11 speed boost, and Microsoft isn’t keeping the technology to itself - Windows Central - Google Thu, 29 Oct 2026 17:39:32 GMT
  1. Edge just got a big Windows 11 speed boost, and Microsoft isn’t keeping the technology to itself Windows Central
  2. Edge is faster on Windows with Accelerated App Launches Windows Blog
  3. Microsoft: Windows 11 KB5127936 fixes an overlooked performance crippling factor Neowin
  4. Windows 11 update KB5127936 routes Edge launches to the running browser BetaNews
  5. Stop debloating Windows blindly: find out what’s actually slowing your PC down Yahoo Tech
 
Raiders of the North for Age of Empires IV is Available Now! - Age of Empires - World's Edge Studio - Age of Empires Franchise - Google Thu, 29 Oct 2026 17:20:25 GMT
  1. Raiders of the North for Age of Empires IV is Available Now! - Age of Empires - World's Edge Studio Age of Empires Franchise
  2. Raiders of the North for Age of Empires IV is Available Now XBOX Wire
  3. Age of Empires 4: Raiders of the North release countdown — Exact date and time Yahoo Tech
  4. Age of Empires IV: Raiders of the North Live Now GameSpace.com
 
Where Does Christine Baranski Live? Exploring the Gilded Age Star’s Real Estate Portfolio - Yahoo - Google Thu, 29 Oct 2026 16:56:48 GMT
Where Does Christine Baranski Live? Exploring the Gilded Age Star’s Real Estate Portfolio Yahoo
 
PlayStation 5 can now run Steam games through Bazzite Linux with up to 40 GPU compute units - VideoCardz.com - Google Thu, 29 Oct 2026 16:39:05 GMT
  1. PlayStation 5 can now run Steam games through Bazzite Linux with up to 40 GPU compute units VideoCardz.com
  2. PS5s Become Steam Machines with Unofficial Bazzite Linux Installer TechPowerUp
  3. Jailbroken PS5s can now run Steam PC games — you can now sign in with your Steam account and install games from your library directly to the console Tom's Hardware
  4. Gamers are now playing Steam games directly on PlayStation 5, no streaming required VideoCardz.com
  5. Playden Turns Jailbroken PS5 Consoles Into Steam Machines, With Cyberpunk 2077, Resident Evil 4, and Many More Windows Games Wccftech
 
‘Destiny 2’ Unvaulting Timeline Revealed With Menagerie’s Return - Forbes - Google Thu, 29 Oct 2026 16:35:01 GMT
  1. ‘Destiny 2’ Unvaulting Timeline Revealed With Menagerie’s Return Forbes
  2. Bungie Ignites Rumors of "Destiny Classic" With Destiny 1 Re-Release Teaser TechPowerUp
  3. Don’t Expect Destiny 3 At The Game Awards, Bungie Says GameSpot
  4. Bungie shared a timeline for unvaulting Destiny 2 content. The Verge
  5. The Road To Destiny 2's Future Is Messy But There's Finally Hope Kotaku
 
METRO Redux Next-Gen Update Out Now for XBOX Series X|S - XBOX Wire - Google Thu, 29 Oct 2026 16:31:28 GMT
  1. METRO Redux Next-Gen Update Out Now for XBOX Series X|S XBOX Wire
  2. Here's What The Metro Redux Next-Gen Upgrades Look Like On Xbox Series X|S Pure Xbox
  3. PlayStation 5 Gamers Surprised With Bonus Free Download For October 2026, No PS Plus Needed ScreenRant
  4. GAMES Metro 2033 Redux and Metro Last Light Redux have received native console versions. GameGPU
  5. METRO Last Light Redux Next Gen Review gamecritix.co.uk
 
Grand Seiko Influence Shows Up in Christopher Ward’s New Automatic Watch - Two Broke Watch Snobs - Google Thu, 29 Oct 2026 16:01:00 GMT
  1. Grand Seiko Influence Shows Up in Christopher Ward’s New Automatic Watch Two Broke Watch Snobs
  2. Christopher Ward Does Its Best Grand Seiko Impression with Its New Everyday Watch Gear Patrol
  3. The Christopher Ward C63 Sealander Yalos swaps tool-watch cues for textured dials and a dressier profile Time+Tide Watches
  4. Christopher Ward Makes The Sealander Slimmer And Dressier With New Yalos WatchPro
  5. Christopher Ward Introduce Sealander Yalos Collection with Textured Dials Oracle Time
 
Next Haunt: A scary “problem set” in the basement of Next House - MIT Thu, 29 Oct 2026 15:55:00 GMT
For more than a decade, MIT students have turned Next House’s basement into a spooky escape-room style test of puzzles, teamwork, and ingenuity.
 
Minecraft Creator Notch Is Selling His L.A. Mansion for the 'Low' Asking Price of $70 Million - IGN - Google Thu, 29 Oct 2026 15:24:49 GMT
  1. Minecraft Creator Notch Is Selling His L.A. Mansion for the 'Low' Asking Price of $70 Million IGN
  2. Exclusive | Minecraft Creator Lists Beverly Hills Mansion for $70 Million—What He Paid in 2014 WSJ
  3. Minecraft billionaire is latest California resident to flee state — as he offloads $70M Beverly Hills mansion New York Post
  4. 'Minecraft' creator asks $70 million for Beverly Hills mansion with 15 bathrooms, private nightclub Los Angeles Times
  5. Minecraft Creator Markus Persson Lists Beverly Hills Mansion for $70 Million After 12 Years Yahoo
 
HP and Asus are moving PC production back to China as soaring component costs force a rethink - TechSpot Thu, 29 Oct 2026 15:08:00 GMT

According to Nikkei Asia, American PC giant HP and Taiwanese consumer electronics firm Asus have already moved some of their manufacturing operations back to China. Another leading PC OEM, Dell, is also said to be evaluating whether to follow suit and shift some of its PC production back to the...

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Free Play Days – WUCHANG: Fallen Feathers, Dead by Daylight, Darkwood, Spirittea, and EVERSPACE 2 - XBOX Wire - Google Thu, 29 Oct 2026 15:01:28 GMT
  1. Free Play Days – WUCHANG: Fallen Feathers, Dead by Daylight, Darkwood, Spirittea, and EVERSPACE 2 XBOX Wire
  2. Xbox Free Play Days unlocks Wuchang: Fallen Feathers, Everspace 2, and more Neowin
  3. Free Play Days: Try These Xbox Games For Free (October 29 - November 1) Pure Xbox
  4. Xbox Free Play Days Has Five Games To Try This Weekend, Including Dead by Daylight Xbox Achievements
  5. Xbox Game Pass Officially Makes 6 Hit Games Completely Free Until November 1 IMDb
 
The ‘Pain in the Ass’ Math That Could Save Vibe Coding From Itself - Wired Thu, 29 Oct 2026 15:00:00 GMT
A new startup called &Truth is joining the race to automate formal verification, a painstaking process that uses math to prove software works as intended.
 
Wolverine lifts PS5, but Xbox struggles despite Gears of War launch - The Game Business - Google Thu, 29 Oct 2026 14:47:10 GMT
  1. Wolverine lifts PS5, but Xbox struggles despite Gears of War launch The Game Business
  2. PS5 is 1% Ahead of PS4 in the US After 71 Months, Xbox Series is 28% Behind Xbox One - Sales VGChartz
  3. Xbox Series Sales Drop 27% as Prices Hit $649 [2026] shattered.io
  4. PS5 Up 22% Before GTA VI: Spike or Trend? [2026] https://tech-insider.org/
  5. PS5 Still Outselling PS4 in USA Despite Much Higher Price and Fewer Exclusives Push Square
 
The Duskbloods Switch 2 Release Has Been Delayed To 2027 - Nintendo Life - Google Thu, 29 Oct 2026 14:45:00 GMT
  1. The Duskbloods Switch 2 Release Has Been Delayed To 2027 Nintendo Life
  2. FromSoftware Delays The Duskbloods to 2027 for Final Balancing TechPowerUp
  3. The Duskbloods Delayed To 2027 So FromSoftware Can Adjust 'Game Rules And Balancing' Game Informer
  4. From Software Delays Its Switch 2 Exclusive, The Duskbloods GameSpot
  5. FromSoftware’s The Duskbloods Delayed to 2027 Crunchyroll
 
The Commodore 64C returns, complete with original 1980s molds and modern hardware - TechSpot Thu, 29 Oct 2026 14:31:00 GMT

Now, the 64C is back as a brand-new computer. The revived Commodore started shipping its 64C Ultimate to pre-order customers this week. Anyone who skipped the campaign can order one as well, starting at $299.99.

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‘GTA 6’ Enormous Map Size Confirmed, Enormous File Size Reported - Forbes - Google Thu, 29 Oct 2026 14:01:12 GMT
  1. ‘GTA 6’ Enormous Map Size Confirmed, Enormous File Size Reported Forbes
  2. 'Grand Theft Auto VI' Will Reportedly Require a 210 GB Download on PS5 and Xbox Hypebeast
  3. 'GTA 6' file size reportedly revealed and it's gargantuan Mashable
  4. GTA 6 is almost here, 13 years after GTA 5. Here’s what you need to know. Yahoo Tech
  5. GTA 6 brings players back to Vice City USI | student newspaper
 
Mistral Says Its AI Model ‘Le Chonk’ Has Leapfrogged China in the Open-Weight Race - Wired Thu, 29 Oct 2026 14:00:00 GMT
The French AI lab claims its latest release matches or outperforms even the best models from DeepSeek and Z.ai in coding and cybersecurity.
 
Hackers leak details of 41,000 Homeland Security employees, exposing undercover operations and surveillance tools - TechSpot Thu, 29 Oct 2026 13:42:00 GMT

The transparency nonprofit Distributed Denial of Secrets published the archive, which it calls "Icepick," on Wednesday. It spans DHS and seven of its component agencies, including Immigration and Customs Enforcement and US Customs and Border Protection.

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Petkit Automatic Cat Litter Box Sale (2026) - Wired Thu, 29 Oct 2026 13:41:26 GMT
As WIRED’s resident pet tech tester, I have lots of opinions on what’s worth your money. Petkit’s automatic litter boxes are my top picks—and my favorite models are $100 off right now.
 
Corsair Teams Up With Embark Studios for New Arc Raiders Products - TechPowerUp - Google Thu, 29 Oct 2026 13:20:20 GMT
  1. Corsair Teams Up With Embark Studios for New Arc Raiders Products TechPowerUp
  2. One year anniversary of ARC Raiders: Thanks for being here! ARC Raiders
  3. Corsair launches limited-edition Arc Raiders gaming peripherals KitGuru
  4. ARC Raiders First Year in Numbers: Embark Shares Player Stats EGW.News
  5. Embark shares ARC Raiders play data after a year: 6 billion rounds played GamesBeat
 
Microsoft spent $6.5 billion less than expected on AI infrastructure, but it wasn't by choice - TechSpot Thu, 29 Oct 2026 13:17:00 GMT

Microsoft spent $45.2 billion on capital expenditures, including finance leases, in the September quarter, compared with the $51.7 billion expected by analysts cited by the Financial Times. That's still around 30% more than a year earlier, illustrating just how expensive the AI infrastructure race has become.

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‘Algorithms make everything predictable’: why the CD is making a comeback - The Guardian - Google Thu, 29 Oct 2026 13:02:00 GMT
‘Algorithms make everything predictable’: why the CD is making a comeback The GuardianSee more headlines & perspectives on Google News
 
ASUS ROG Swift OLED PG32UCWM Review - RTINGS.com - Google Thu, 29 Oct 2026 12:51:51 GMT
  1. ASUS ROG Swift OLED PG32UCWM Review RTINGS.com
  2. ASUS releases new 720Hz and 540Hz gaming monitors, including the first OLED for a Counter-Strike Major PC Guide
  3. Asus confirms pricing for 540 Hz, 1,700-nit OLED gaming monitor Mezha.net
  4. Pre-orders open for ASUS' ROG OLED ACE pro gaming monitors OC3D
  5. Asus reveals pricing and release date for new 1,700-nit OLED and 720 Hz gaming monitor Notebookcheck
 
Valve won't ban AI games from Steam despite growing complaints and extortion threats - TechSpot Thu, 29 Oct 2026 12:46:00 GMT

Although Valve forces developers to disclose how they use generative AI in making their games, the company refuses to ban the technology's use outright from Steam. Valve also recently recommended that indie developers concerned about AI clones strive to make their original games better through constant updates and community building.

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Alphabet shares plunge over 10% as Google's AI search struggles to make money - TechSpot Thu, 29 Oct 2026 12:03:00 GMT

Alphabet reported quarterly revenue of $127.6 billion, up 25% year over year, but earnings of $2.12 per share missed expectations of around $3.01. Its net income fell to $26.2 billion, though an $8.7 billion loss on equity investments contributed to the decline.

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Amazon tells engineers to stop tokenmaxxing and judge AI tools by what they ship - TechSpot Thu, 29 Oct 2026 11:15:00 GMT

Amazon is not abandoning usage data. It is asking managers to examine those figures alongside other indicators.

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‘Escape From Tarkov’ Halloween Event Brings Zombies Back To Tarkov - Forbes - Google Thu, 29 Oct 2026 11:10:41 GMT
  1. ‘Escape From Tarkov’ Halloween Event Brings Zombies Back To Tarkov Forbes
  2. Initial Examination and Unexpected Help quest guide in Tarkov's new Halloween event. Where is vaccine on Lighthouse and who to give it to, Skier or Therapist escorenews.com
  3. Nikita Buyanov “worked 24/7” for this: autumn arrives in Escape from Tarkov and the Halloween event begins iXBT.games
  4. Escape from Tarkov 1.3.0.0 Patch Notes IGN
  5. Tarkov Zombies Event Teased As Nikita Promises It’s ‘Pretty Big and Has a Surprise’ Insider Gaming
 
The Kindle Accessories I Never Want to Read Without (2026) - Wired Thu, 29 Oct 2026 11:03:00 GMT
Looking to better protect your Kindle or add a little personality to your favorite e-reader? From cases and covers to page-turners and stickers, this is the guide for you.
 
Just Got an iPhone Duo? Try These Features First - MacRumors - Google Thu, 29 Oct 2026 10:53:27 GMT
  1. Just Got an iPhone Duo? Try These Features First MacRumors
  2. These seven accessories for the new Apple iPhone Duo make the most of the folding form Wallpaper*
  3. Adjust iPhone Duo's Outer Display to Accommodate Your Case MacRumors
  4. iPhone Duo volume buttons: How they adapt, plus more tips heise online
  5. iPhone Duo Owners Can Protect Their Pricey New Phone for Next to Nothing With This Hybrid Magnetic Case Gizmodo
 
An AI Breakthrough Has Made Decades of Computer Science Research ‘Irrelevant’ - Wired Thu, 29 Oct 2026 10:45:00 GMT
Anthropic and OpenAI say they’ve disproved a key tenet of computer science. Researchers are struggling with the fall but also feel like “overexcited bunnies” as they look at new questions to explore.
 
A Hacker Targeted High-Stakes Poker Players With Malware That Exposed Their Cards - Wired Thu, 29 Oct 2026 10:30:00 GMT
Illicit software on the computers of some of the world’s best online poker players allowed the accused cheater to see what cards were in the victims’ hands—and trounce them at the tables.
 
Hisense UR8 RGB MiniLED TV: Midrange Quality, Upscale Color Accuracy - Wired Thu, 29 Oct 2026 10:30:00 GMT
The Hisense UR8 RGB MiniLED is more affordable than competitors and offers exceptional color accuracy, but is otherwise just OK.
 
Americans are losing enthusiasm for their jobs, with AI and remote workers at the center of the decline - TechSpot Thu, 29 Oct 2026 10:17:00 GMT

Gallup began tracking employee engagement in 2000, when 26% of employees in the US said they were engaged. That figure stayed steady between 26% and 30% through 2013, then climbed to a peak of 36% in 2020.

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I Did Push-Ups With Snap’s Chunky AR Glasses - Wired Thu, 29 Oct 2026 10:15:00 GMT
They fit better than they look and stay put when you move, but Snap’s $2,195 Specs still feel like a developer prototype in search of a purpose.
 
Reencle Essential Review: Same Scraps, Lower Price - Wired Thu, 29 Oct 2026 10:00:00 GMT
Reencle has made your favorite kitchen composter cheaper—with a few compromises.
 
Magnetic sensors track muscle movement, for better prosthetic limb control - MIT Thu, 29 Oct 2026 10:00:00 GMT
Researchers hope to use these sensors to help people with amputation achieve more natural movements with their prosthetic limbs.
 
I Gave My Blood to the AI Death Clock - Wired Thu, 29 Oct 2026 10:00:00 GMT
Death Clock promises to predict when you’re going to die and help you extend your time on Earth. After a month, I felt like it was sucking the life out of me.
 
Law Firm Linked to Elon Musk Started an ‘Election Integrity’ Organization - Wired Thu, 29 Oct 2026 09:45:00 GMT
The firm that helped set up Elon Musk’s America PAC is behind the new group, which will work with election officials to pursue policies aligned with Donald Trump’s false election fraud claims.
 
Liquid Glass Finally Makes Sense on the iPhone Duo - Wired Thu, 29 Oct 2026 09:30:00 GMT
Liquid Glass was a divisive redesign. But with a radically different iPhone, the pieces are finally falling into place.
 
Astronomers Discover a Possible New Dwarf Planet in Our Solar System - Wired Thu, 29 Oct 2026 09:00:00 GMT
Lying beyond Pluto, 2026 ED138 could be as large as 1,500 kilometers in diameter. Astronomers are still working to confirm whether it meets the criteria for a dwarf planet.
 
Norton Coupon Codes: Up to 58% Off - Wired Thu, 29 Oct 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Whether you’re looking to protect your small business or your personal computer, we have the top coupons and deals to help you save at Norton.
 
Hungryroot Coupon Codes: 30% Off This November 2026 - Wired Thu, 29 Oct 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Get up to 30% off your first order and free gifts using a Hungryroot promo code today. Discover our best coupons and discounts to let you save on your healthy groceries as a new or returning customer.
 
Loop Earplugs Discount Codes: 40% Off - Wired Thu, 29 Oct 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Save on Loop Earplugs, including Quiet 2 and popular gift sets for improved sleep, focus, and comfort.
 
NZXT Discount Codes: 50% Off in November 2026 - Wired Thu, 29 Oct 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Save 50%, plus up to $250 with NZXT promo codes and discounts.
 
Govee Discount Codes and Deals: 30% Off - Wired Thu, 29 Oct 2026 05:00:00 GMT
New to Govee? Get a $5 coupon on your first purchase just for signing up.
 
30% Off Tempur-Pedic Promo Codes | November 2026 - Wired Thu, 29 Oct 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Whether you’re looking to upgrade your mattress or swap out your bedding, browse our Tempur-Pedic coupons for up to $300 off and the best sleep of your life.
 
Petlibro Offers: 30% Off in November 2026 - Wired Thu, 29 Oct 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Save on Petlibro essentials, including automatic feeders, water fountains, and accessories to keep cats and dogs fed, hydrated, and comfortable every day.
 
Pura Promo Codes: $20 Off November 2026 - Wired Thu, 29 Oct 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Enhance your home's ambiance for less with active Pura promo codes. Find savings on smart diffusers, exclusive scents, and subscribe & save offers.
 
Dermstore Coupons: 25% Off for November 2026 - Wired Thu, 29 Oct 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Score major savings on premium skincare, hair care, and cosmetics with these verified Dermstore discount codes and rewards offers.
 
Skullcandy Discount Code: 30% Off | November 2026 - Wired Thu, 29 Oct 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Save on today’s top Skullcandy Promo Codes for Crusher Evo headphones, 36% off Crusher ANC 2 noise-canceling headphones, and more with amazing deals.
 
Coleman Promo Codes and Deals: Up to 75% Off in November 2026 - Wired Thu, 29 Oct 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Gear up for your next adventure with these Coleman coupons and discount codes to save on camping essentials and outdoor gear.
 
New system gives users more control over their online experience - MIT Thu, 29 Oct 2026 04:00:00 GMT
The Social.Wiki framework enables anyone to easily edit social websites within the system, while allowing them to choose the content they see.
 
Bluesky Is Blocking Links to a Major Leak of DHS Employee Records - Wired Thu, 29 Oct 2026 03:34:46 GMT
Bluesky tells WIRED it blocked links to a leaked archive of information on 41,000 ICE, CBP, and other DHS workers because it contains people’s contact information, shared without their authorization.
 
The 2,000-Nit OLED in Apple’s New MacBook Is a Big Deal - Wired Wed, 28 Oct 2026 22:54:16 GMT
The touchscreen in the new MacBook Pro is crazily bright with very deep blacks. Here’s why it’s unlike anything else you can currently buy.
 
This Is What the GOP’s Final Midterms Push Looks Like - Wired Wed, 28 Oct 2026 21:00:00 GMT
Republicans are spending their time and money on Senate races in historically red states—a sign they’re more nervous than ever as Election Day looms.
 
Capturing the complete process of embryonic development - MIT Wed, 28 Oct 2026 20:30:00 GMT
By tracking over 1 million cells, researchers created a detailed map of embryonic development in mice. It could provide development and disease insights.
 
Check Point is turning network firewalls into cloud-based subscriptions - TechSpot Wed, 28 Oct 2026 19:36:00 GMT

Check Point recently introduced its new Firewall-as-a-Subscription offering, giving organizations access to comprehensive network protection designed for the AI era. The Israeli cybersecurity company says customers no longer need to purchase expensive hardware appliances before getting started with the new platform. However, they'll be locked into monthly or annual payments...

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Seven MIT affiliates elected to the National Academy of Medicine for 2026 - MIT Wed, 28 Oct 2026 18:55:00 GMT
Professor Michael Yaffe and six MIT alumni are honored for their outstanding professional achievement and commitment to service.
 
Apple finally has a touchscreen laptop, 16 years after Steve Jobs called them "terrible" - TechSpot Wed, 28 Oct 2026 18:54:00 GMT

The new MacBook Pro with PROLED XDR is Apple's first laptop to include a touchscreen and an OLED panel. Pricing starts at $2,900 for the 14" model or $3,400 for the 16" model, both sporting the M5 Pro SoC. If you're about maxing out, the 16-inch M5 Max variant starts...

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Ford's $30K Fathom electric pickup can be used as your home's battery backup without a separate inverter - TechSpot Wed, 28 Oct 2026 18:31:00 GMT

According to Ford, the Fathom's bidirectional charging feature will rely on a built-in inverter, eliminating the need for the expensive 80A wall-mounted unit required by the F-150 Lightning. The inverter will convert power from the truck's battery into AC electricity, supplying up to 10 kW to a home. This would...

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How the biggest Alzheimer’s risk gene disrupts the process of insulating neurons - MIT Wed, 28 Oct 2026 18:25:00 GMT
MIT researchers showed that the APOE4 gene variant suppresses molecular signaling needed for oligodendrocytes to myelinate neurons and also demonstrated a proof-of-concept fix.
 
A soft robot could help doctors diagnose and treat disorders of the small intestine - MIT Wed, 28 Oct 2026 18:00:00 GMT
MIT engineers designed a robotic enteroscope that can inch through the hard-to-reach small intestine, making biopsies and drug delivery easier.
 
Grand Theft Auto VI will be a huge 210 GB download on PS5 - TechSpot Wed, 28 Oct 2026 17:42:00 GMT

Grand Theft Auto VI is finally launching on November 19, and players should get their machines in order so the new open-world blockbuster lands on a comfortable hardware setup. Storage, apparently, is one of the most important considerations, as the latest Rockstar production will require a massive amount of space...

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Kali Linux 2026.3 adds six security tools, updated KDE Plasma and Linux kernel - TechSpot Wed, 28 Oct 2026 17:35:00 GMT
Kali Linux 2026.3 introduces six new security tools, including RustScan for port scanning, Dalfox for XSS testing, and Katana for web crawling. The update also brings KDE Plasma 6.7 with per-screen virtual desktops, Linux kernel 7.1.5, 126 updated packages, and refreshed build scripts with Docker and Podman support.
 
Samsung launches Galaxy Buds On, open-ear earbuds with a clip-on design - TechSpot Wed, 28 Oct 2026 16:29:00 GMT

The South Korean electronics giant said it drew on nearly 120 million ear data points during its AI-assisted design and test phase, simulating a range of ear shapes and use scenarios. The result is a clip-on design that wraps around the back of the ear rather than nestling into the...

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3 Questions: Why infrastructure is entering a defining era - MIT Wed, 28 Oct 2026 16:00:00 GMT
Professor Ali Jadbabaie describes how AI, digital transformation, climate change, and complex geopolitics are forcing engineers and policymakers to rethink how infrastructure is designed, built, and managed.
 
Warhammer Age of Sigmar: October Update - Warhammer Community - Google Wed, 28 Oct 2026 10:27:12 GMT
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Making machines that can listen - MIT Wed, 28 Oct 2026 04:00:00 GMT
Professor Paris Smaragdis develops computers with superhuman hearing for applications like speech recognition, music understanding, and environmental monitoring.
 
Learner collaborates with MIT peers to develop book of AI insights - MIT Tue, 27 Oct 2026 20:55:00 GMT
Prabha Jha used her experience with MIT Open Learning’s program for senior executives to develop AI solutions for her employer, Verizon, and to write a book.
 
Origami-based construction method yields lightweight, load-bearing structures on architectural scales - MIT Tue, 27 Oct 2026 04:00:00 GMT
The modular approach could be used to erect emergency shelters or fabricate aerospace components more quickly and with less material than some techniques.
 
J-PAL North America launches Homelessness Evaluation Resource Hub to drive evidence-informed approaches to housing stability - MIT Mon, 26 Oct 2026 23:00:00 GMT
The hub serves as a free, online repository of essential content for policymakers, practitioners, and researchers seeking to leverage rigorous research to inform their approaches to homelessness.
 
Hashim Sarkis to step down as dean of the School of Architecture and Planning - MIT Mon, 26 Oct 2026 20:30:00 GMT
During a dozen years of leadership, Sarkis championed projects that advanced research, education, and public engagement, and helped design thrive at MIT.
 
At New York Climate Week 2026, MIT connects with a global network - MIT Mon, 26 Oct 2026 19:00:00 GMT
A cross-section of the MIT community convened discussions on topics ranging from data centers and super pollutants to agriculture and education.
 
Live Now! We’ve Folded the iPhone Duo Over 140,000 Times – Watch Us Fold It Thousands More - CNET Mon, 26 Oct 2026 17:00:15 GMT
We’re using our custom-made robot to open and close the iPhone Duo hundreds of thousands of times. Watch along and get your questions answered by CNET editors live.
 
Implantable device uses ultrasound to improve drug delivery to the brain - MIT Mon, 26 Oct 2026 15:00:00 GMT
This targeted approach could offer a way to prevent the recurrence of aggressive brain tumors.
 
Take These Precautions Before Using AI for Your Election Research - CNET Mon, 26 Oct 2026 12:20:00 GMT
There are good reasons why you may not want to use a chatbot for your midterm election research.
 
Watch the universe emerge from the dark ages, with Lumina - MIT Mon, 26 Oct 2026 04:00:00 GMT
The new simulation tracks dark matter, galaxies, stars, and cosmic structures over the universe’s first 2 billion years, in greater detail and volume than ever before.
 
140,000 Folds and Counting for the iPhone Duo in Our Fold-a-Phone Testing Machine. How High Will It Go? - CNET Fri, 23 Oct 2026 21:30:35 GMT
We’re folding Apple’s iPhone Duo over and over — 900 times an hour — to test the durability of its hinge.
 
At MIT, Martha Minow speaks on sustaining democracy, both by using and overcoming AI - MIT Fri, 23 Oct 2026 21:00:00 GMT
In Compton Lecture, the distinguished legal scholar warns of potential “loss of the Enlightenment” while suggesting ways innovations can meet our civic and cultural needs.
 
These 7 iPhone Duo-Ready Apps Make the Most of Apple’s New Foldable Phone - CNET Fri, 23 Oct 2026 19:38:53 GMT
Several creative apps are already optimized to take advantage of the iPhone Duo’s many display configurations, with more to come.
 
Reinforcing the value of human understanding at MIT - MIT Fri, 23 Oct 2026 19:35:00 GMT
During the School of Humanities, Arts, and Social Sciences’ 75th Anniversary Symposium, President Sally Kornbluth said “MIT has never needed your particular insight and guidance more than we do now.”
 
Gunter Stein, control systems and theory expert, dies at 84 - MIT Fri, 23 Oct 2026 18:25:00 GMT
Longtime EECS adjunct professor and LIDS researcher was known for an influential essay on the need for engineers to “respect the unstable.”
 
Q&A: How AI came to model the “messy” human mind - MIT Fri, 23 Oct 2026 04:00:00 GMT
Assistant Professor Benjamin Lindquist studies how engineers deliberately injected randomness into early AI, giving rise to deep-learning models that sometimes hallucinate.
 
Persistence, teamwork, and some healthy competition - MIT Fri, 23 Oct 2026 04:00:00 GMT
Senior Veronica Calzadilla Sosa has taken the long route toward her MIT degree and found a supportive community along the way.
 
This design software reimagines everyday objects as self-aware devices - MIT Thu, 22 Oct 2026 20:45:00 GMT
“X-Hinges” helps design and 3D print items like lamps and gloves with an interactive twist: automatically embedded sensors that perceive and adaptively respond to human contact.
 
MIT’s Kavanaugh Fellowship: From invention to impact - MIT Thu, 22 Oct 2026 20:20:00 GMT
The Kavanaugh Translational Fellows Program helps scholars turn promising research into successful businesses.
 
T-Mobile Is Crediting Some New York Customers for Plan Price Hikes. See If You’re Eligible - CNET Thu, 22 Oct 2026 18:08:41 GMT
Customers on T-Mobile One accounts could get a $25 gift card, a free 5G phone or credit toward a more expensive 5G phone.
 
Startup plans to rejuvenate the nuclear power industry with a new manufacturing approach - MIT Thu, 22 Oct 2026 04:00:00 GMT
Founded by Jake Jurewicz ’14, SM ’15, Blue Energy aims to manufacture giant pieces of nuclear reactors at shipyards and ship them on barges for final assembly.
 
Making room to explore - MIT Wed, 21 Oct 2026 20:45:00 GMT
Professor Fan Wang is recognized as “Committed to Caring” for creating a supportive environment for ambitious research and student well-being.
 
For students with their sights set on space medicine, a new community takes flight - MIT Wed, 21 Oct 2026 20:40:00 GMT
MIT’s Doctors Without Gravity club connects health and space science enthusiasts.
 
Data Centers, Flock Cameras and AI: Big Tech Is on Your Midterm Election Ballot - CNET Wed, 21 Oct 2026 20:26:02 GMT
Tech policy has become a big part of many midterm races.
 
Tod Machover’s new symphony plays with AI while reflecting on democracy - MIT Wed, 21 Oct 2026 04:00:00 GMT
The MIT composer’s inventive “already and not yet,” premiering at the Boston Symphony Orchestra, uses new AI tools to create interplay with musicians while thematically exploring the fortunes of democracy.
 
This $735 Art Deco-Esque Espresso Maker Is a Meditation on Simplicity and Design - CNET Tue, 20 Oct 2026 08:45:00 GMT
What makes the 9Barista espresso machine stand out, and is it worth $740?
 
MIT spinout makes surgical stitching more like applying a sticky note - MIT Tue, 20 Oct 2026 04:00:00 GMT
SanaHeal has developed a biologically compatible adhesive that sticks to wet tissues to simplify a variety of surgeries.
 
Giving AI a “crystal clear” view of the materials world - MIT Sun, 18 Oct 2026 04:00:00 GMT
New research can help AI models understand crystalline materials in 3D and reason about their properties.
 
Fostering community amid Kendall Square’s innovation - MIT Fri, 16 Oct 2026 16:00:00 GMT
The 18th annual Kendall Square Association Annual Meeting explored how new technologies could be a force for shared prosperity in society.
 
Suzy Nelson transformed student life at MIT - MIT Thu, 15 Oct 2026 21:35:00 GMT
Over the last decade, the vice chancellor has refocused the Institute’s approach to student life to center on student well-being.
 
Satellite data reveal how Antarctica’s ice cliffs behave over time - MIT Thu, 15 Oct 2026 18:00:00 GMT
The cliffs don’t always collapse in the runaway process that scientists had expected.
 
Q&A: The “collision” between AI, your brain, and society - MIT Thu, 15 Oct 2026 04:00:00 GMT
In a new book, Professor Eric So explores how the technology affects our thinking skills.
 
Researchers improve weather forecasts looking two to six weeks out - MIT Wed, 14 Oct 2026 15:00:00 GMT
A new machine-learning approach broke records for weather forecasting for an important time frame in emergency planning.
 
Reprogrammed NK immune cells target cancer and autoimmune disorders - MIT Tue, 13 Oct 2026 09:00:00 GMT
A new approach can program these cells inside the body and shows promise against diseases caused by dysfunctional T cells, including lymphoma and autoimmune hepatitis.
 
Q&A: Building accountability behind our words — and AI’s — in civic conversations - MIT Tue, 13 Oct 2026 04:00:00 GMT
Professor Deb Roy contends there should be someone who is “answerable” for every piece of text in public life, no matter its origins.
 
Exploring how plants thrive in a changing environment - MIT Tue, 13 Oct 2026 04:00:00 GMT
Associate Professor David Des Marais studies how plants interact with their surroundings and adapt over time.
 
Economists Robert Hall PhD ’67 and Michael Woodford PhD ’83 share Nobel Prize - MIT Mon, 12 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMT
The MIT alumni are honored for work that illuminates how government policy can spur growth in response to economic downturns.
 
3 Questions: What is the best path forward for AI in academia? - MIT Thu, 08 Oct 2026 21:25:00 GMT
MIT Statistics and Data Science Center Director Alexander (Sasha) Rakhlin shares important considerations for departments and institutions.
 
Shape-sensing sheet digitally tracks its movement as it bends and twists - MIT Thu, 08 Oct 2026 18:00:00 GMT
Developed by MIT engineers, this flexible material could be used as a wearable, motion-monitoring “skin” in physical therapy, virtual reality, and gaming.
 
Using AI to mitigate the growing environmental threat of data centers - MIT Thu, 08 Oct 2026 04:00:00 GMT
By rethinking how large cloud computing systems operate, Associate Professor Christina Delimitrou seeks to make data centers more energy efficient.
 
Margaret Hamilton, computing pioneer who led software development for the Apollo program, dies at 90 - MIT Wed, 07 Oct 2026 20:55:00 GMT
Over two decades at MIT, Hamilton forged new paths in computer science and engineering. Her groundbreaking work included leading the team that programmed the first computers that took humans to the moon.
 
Planning system ensures a robot’s flight path will remain collision-free - MIT Wed, 07 Oct 2026 04:00:00 GMT
This new method, called “SANDO,” could help disaster-response robots navigate dangerous, unknown environments.
 
MIT announces the MIT for America initiative, to strengthen STEM education across the country - MIT Tue, 06 Oct 2026 15:00:00 GMT
The effort aims to help U.S. learners from kindergarten to community college, with an emphasis on math, making, and the constructive use of AI.
 
Astronomers catch a star slowly snacking on a brown dwarf, 300 light years away - MIT Mon, 05 Oct 2026 15:00:00 GMT
The discovery reveals a new way that stars and planetary companions can interact.
 
Smart Glasses Detector Apps Are Here. How Well Do They Work? - CNET Mon, 24 Aug 2026 20:32:46 GMT
Bluetooth-scanning apps like Zuckoff can tell you when a pair of smart glasses is nearby. Whether the glasses are recording is another question.