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This Harry Potter Edition Phone From Realme Is the Coolest Collab of 2026 - CNET Sat, 03 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMT

I got my Hogwarts acceptance letter. Surprisingly, it also came with a special-edition Harry Potter-themed phone.

Muse Creates Detailed Profiles of All Your Friends and Family - Wired Sat, 03 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMT

Millions have downloaded Meta’s AI agent Muse. But getting it to do your bidding comes with privacy costs.

How to Collect CDs - Wired Sat, 03 Oct 2026 11:30:00 GMT

Fed up with paying to stream music you’ll never actually own? Give the little silver disc a spin. Here’s how to start a CD collection or get more out of one you already have.

The Best E-Readers That Aren't a Kindle (2026): Kobo, Boox - Wired Sat, 03 Oct 2026 11:05:00 GMT

Want to untether your reading from Amazon? These Kindle alternatives deserve a spot on your nightstand.

Own The OSD Chip In Your Cheap Composite Monitor - Hack a Day Sat, 03 Oct 2026 11:00:21 GMT

[Ogrinz Labs] has built a Robbie the Robot suit, which is super-cool, but has a huge flaw. When inside the suit, he’s too tall to do what the original Robbie …read more

Best Mosquito Repellents for Your Yard: What Works and What Doesn’t (2026) - Wired Sat, 03 Oct 2026 10:03:00 GMT

After years of testing repellents, traps, and sprays, I found a few ways to keep the bugs at bay—and plenty that aren’t worth the effort.

Center for Technology & Statecraft: Chinese fabs had acquired ~343 DUVi tools by early 2026, with ~270 from ASML; DUVi can be adapted to make 7nm chips and HBM (Howard Liu/South China Morning Post) - Techmeme Sat, 03 Oct 2026 09:41:06 GMT

Howard Liu / South China Morning Post:
Center for Technology & Statecraft: Chinese fabs had acquired ~343 DUVi tools by early 2026, with ~270 from ASML; DUVi can be adapted to make 7nm chips and HBM — DUV tools, though not as advanced as EUV, can be adapted to manufacture 7-nm logic chips and advanced memory for AI processors, report says.

A Decade-Long Experiment Is Unlocking the Mysteries of the Ocean’s ‘Deep Reefs’ - Wired Sat, 03 Oct 2026 09:00:00 GMT

Scientists left structures up to 100 meters under the surface. Here’s what they found when they retrieved them 10 years later.

That’s No Moon… That’s an Exoplanet! - Hack a Day Sat, 03 Oct 2026 08:00:24 GMT

It wasn’t that long ago that a science teacher would have told students that there was no evidence of planets around other star systems. Even more recently, they might have …read more

A look at the Swarmchasers forum, which has 400 members, including the Nightingale Collective and Transluce, who comb the web for traces of rogue AI agents (Robert McMillan/Wall Street Journal) - Techmeme Sat, 03 Oct 2026 06:35:01 GMT

Robert McMillan / Wall Street Journal:
A look at the Swarmchasers forum, which has 400 members, including the Nightingale Collective and Transluce, who comb the web for traces of rogue AI agents — Swarm chasers hunt for clues of bad behavior. Their work is our starkest understanding yet of what happens when AI goes wrong.

Relay, which develops cloud-hosted, AI-powered smart radio communicators for frontline workers, raised $36M to help businesses capture "frontline intelligence" (Mike Wheatley/SiliconANGLE) - Techmeme Sat, 03 Oct 2026 05:55:57 GMT

Mike Wheatley / SiliconANGLE:
Relay, which develops cloud-hosted, AI-powered smart radio communicators for frontline workers, raised $36M to help businesses capture “frontline intelligence” — The business communications startup Relay Inc. says it's trying to capture “frontline intelligence” …

Nasdaq-listed neocloud Nebius acquires Inferize, whose tech helps optimize GPU utilization and reduce AI request costs, sources say for $100M to $150M (Meir Orbach/CTech) - Techmeme Sat, 03 Oct 2026 05:45:00 GMT

Meir Orbach / CTech:
Nasdaq-listed neocloud Nebius acquires Inferize, whose tech helps optimize GPU utilization and reduce AI request costs, sources say for $100M to $150M — The Israeli startup, which was founded by former Granulate executives and employs 17 people, built technology designed to reduce idle GPU capacity when AI demand changes.

Sources: TSMC is exploring plans to work with Elon Musk's Terafab project as it mulls a presence in Texas, adding to its existing plans to expand in Arizona (Tim Culpan/Culpium) - Techmeme Sat, 03 Oct 2026 05:30:02 GMT

Tim Culpan / Culpium:
Sources: TSMC is exploring plans to work with Elon Musk's Terafab project as it mulls a presence in Texas, adding to its existing plans to expand in Arizona — [Exclusive] Taiwanese foundry giant may use Terafab as anchor client for a future Texas semiconductor factory.

Reco, whose tech helps enterprises secure and govern AI agents across SaaS environments, raised a $55M Series B extension, taking its total funding to $140M (Ram Iyer/TechCrunch) - Techmeme Sat, 03 Oct 2026 05:11:01 GMT

Ram Iyer / TechCrunch:
Reco, whose tech helps enterprises secure and govern AI agents across SaaS environments, raised a $55M Series B extension, taking its total funding to $140M — Terms like “AI sprawl” have become common fare on tech social media and in thought leadership as enterprises start deploying AI agents en masse.

Is This The Smallest Internet Radio? - Hack a Day Sat, 03 Oct 2026 05:00:39 GMT

Internet radios have been a thing in some form for the last quarter century, and the advent of cheap networked microcontrollers has made them easier than ever to build. But …read more

Hoka Coupon Codes: 30% Off in October 2026 - Wired Sat, 03 Oct 2026 05:00:00 GMT

Unlock free expedited shipping or 10% off with today’s Hoka discount codes, plus save up to 30% with the best discounts for October 2026.

Chewy Promo Codes: $20 Off October 2026 - Wired Sat, 03 Oct 2026 05:00:00 GMT

Explore Chewy coupon codes for $30 off, $20 off your first order of $49, 50% off pet food, and more October 2026 discounts.

Klook Promo Code: 25% Off October 2026 - Wired Sat, 03 Oct 2026 05:00:00 GMT

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Enjoy 20% off your first order with a Brooks coupon code, plus top discounts and deals on our favorite Brooks running shoes.

50% Off DoorDash Promo Code | October 2026 - Wired Sat, 03 Oct 2026 05:00:00 GMT

Explore today’s top DoorDash promo codes for $25 off your first order, free delivery, and 50% off DashPass for students and select users.

Surfshark Promo Codes: 87% Off | October 2026 - Wired Sat, 03 Oct 2026 05:00:00 GMT

Save up to 87% with a Surfshark coupon code, 3 months of VPN free today, and more from WIRED.

Onsemi revises its Synaptics acquisition to a ~$5.7B all-cash offer, down from the ~$7B all-stock deal announced in June, after Synaptics received another bid (Elias Schisgall/Wall Street Journal) - Techmeme Sat, 03 Oct 2026 04:45:05 GMT

Elias Schisgall / Wall Street Journal:
Onsemi revises its Synaptics acquisition to a ~$5.7B all-cash offer, down from the ~$7B all-stock deal announced in June, after Synaptics received another bid — ON Semiconductor says it will pay $123 a share for Synaptics, giving the deal a value of around $5.7 billion

Apple acknowledges AT&T network bug on iPhone 18 Pro Max - Engadget Sat, 03 Oct 2026 02:10:16 GMT

Experiencing SOS mode on your iPhone 18 Pro Max with AT&T? Apple confirms a hardware issue and details who needs a replacement.

2026 Retrocomputing Challenge: Lunar Lander on the PDP-1 - Hack a Day Sat, 03 Oct 2026 02:00:48 GMT

A lot of the retrocomputing world is focused on the 1980s, and for good reason– the home computer revolution was in full swing in that decade, and there is a …read more

A US judge rules an officer's use of Flock to search a car's license plate was a form of "indiscriminate mass surveillance", and violated the Fourth Amendment (Jason Koebler/404 Media) - Techmeme Sat, 03 Oct 2026 01:40:52 GMT

Jason Koebler / 404 Media:
A US judge rules an officer's use of Flock to search a car's license plate was a form of “indiscriminate mass surveillance”, and violated the Fourth Amendment — Flock's nationwide network is quickly “approaching dragnet-type law enforcement practice” and the cop should have got a warrant, the judge wrote.

‘A Future Where We Create Games Together With AI’ — Capcom Announces Plans to Transform the RE Engine Into an AI-Generation Game Engine - IGN - Google Sat, 03 Oct 2026 01:33:00 GMT

‘A Future Where We Create Games Together With AI’ — Capcom Announces Plans to Transform the RE Engine Into an AI-Generation Game Engine IGNSee more headlines & perspectives on Google News

Supabase raised $150M led by Singapore's GIC and agrees to acquire Turso, which offers a database optimized for AI agents, for an undisclosed sum (Maria Deutscher/SiliconANGLE) - Techmeme Sat, 03 Oct 2026 00:50:01 GMT

Maria Deutscher / SiliconANGLE:
Supabase raised $150M led by Singapore's GIC and agrees to acquire Turso, which offers a database optimized for AI agents, for an undisclosed sum — Supabase Inc., a startup that commercializes the open-source PostgreSQL database, has raised $150 million in funding. — Singapore's GIC sovereign wealth fund led the deal.

Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds "Final Content Drop Of Year One" Arrives This Month - Nintendo Life - Google Sat, 03 Oct 2026 00:30:00 GMT

Apple Confirms AT&T iPhone 18 Pro Max Problems. You Might Need a New Phone - PCMag - Google Fri, 02 Oct 2026 23:59:18 GMT

David Robinson, who worked on OpenAI's Safety Systems team and had previously led policy planning, left OpenAI last week (Stephen Council/Business Insider) - Techmeme Fri, 02 Oct 2026 23:55:35 GMT

Stephen Council / Business Insider:
David Robinson, who worked on OpenAI's Safety Systems team and had previously led policy planning, left OpenAI last week — David Robinson, a leader on OpenAI's Safety Systems team, has resigned from the company. — An OpenAI spokesperson told Business Insider on Friday that Robinson left last week …

Leaked Slack messages show OpenAI employees' pushback in June to Greg Brockman's Leading the Future ties, contributing to Brockman reneging on a $25M donation (Garrison Lovely/Semafor) - Techmeme Fri, 02 Oct 2026 23:50:01 GMT

Garrison Lovely / Semafor:
Leaked Slack messages show OpenAI employees' pushback in June to Greg Brockman's Leading the Future ties, contributing to Brockman reneging on a $25M donation — THE SCOOP — On June 1, OpenAI chief strategy officer Jason Kwon gave employees a preview of a blog post denying the company …

Amazon says it has stopped using NDAs with county officials for data center projects and acknowledges community backlash is leading to data center moratoriums (Molly Taft/Wired) - Techmeme Fri, 02 Oct 2026 23:20:01 GMT

Molly Taft / Wired:
Amazon says it has stopped using NDAs with county officials for data center projects and acknowledges community backlash is leading to data center moratoriums — In a blog post published Friday, CEO Matt Garman detailed the steps the company says it's already taking around data centers.

Hollywood’s Newest Media Colossus: Paramount and Warner Bros. Merge Under Skydance - CNET Fri, 02 Oct 2026 23:19:43 GMT

Skydance will now be one of the largest media companies in history, consolidating film studios, broadcast and cable networks, news and streaming.

Apple changes full-disk access permissions to curb abuse from AI agents - Ars Technica - Google Fri, 02 Oct 2026 23:03:16 GMT

Apple changes full-disk access permissions to curb abuse from AI agents - ArsTechnica Fri, 02 Oct 2026 23:03:16 GMT

Meta says FDA isn't sufficient to Muse reading messages. Apple begs to differ.

Electronic Busy Board is Fun for Kids and Hackers - Hack a Day Fri, 02 Oct 2026 23:00:40 GMT

While you may not be familiar with the term “busy board”, you’ve almost certainly seen one. It’s the sort of toy with a bunch of buttons, switches, and of course …read more

Nvidia announces a version of DGX Spark with 64 GB of unified memory for $4,999, or $1,000 more than the 128 GB version at launch (Michael Kan/PCMag) - Techmeme Fri, 02 Oct 2026 23:00:38 GMT

Michael Kan / PCMag:
Nvidia announces a version of DGX Spark with 64 GB of unified memory for $4,999, or $1,000 more than the 128 GB version at launch — The ongoing memory shortage has prompted Nvidia to create a 64GB version of its DGX Spark mini PC, which runs AI models locally. The only problem?

Contest-Winning Microscope Video Is Full of AI Confabulations, Scientists Say - Gizmodo - Google Fri, 02 Oct 2026 23:00:33 GMT

iPhone 18 Pro Max Can’t Make a Call on AT&T? Apple Says It Will Replace It for Free - CNET Fri, 02 Oct 2026 22:37:43 GMT

A software and carrier settings update should prevent future problems, but people who have been affected will need a replacement phone.

Maximizing Privacy? New Apple Home Security Cameras Reportedly Won’t Record Video - CNET Fri, 02 Oct 2026 22:25:49 GMT

Instead of a watchable video stream, you’ll get text descriptions or alerts about detected people, pets or activity.

California Legalized Plug-In Balcony Solar Panels, but Don’t Buy Any Just Yet - CNET Fri, 02 Oct 2026 22:24:33 GMT

Units that comply with the new law are expected by spring.

Lyft agrees to pay $272.5 million to settle worker classification lawsuit - Engadget Fri, 02 Oct 2026 22:15:53 GMT

Uber and Lyft were sued by the state of California in 2020 for misclassifying employees as contractors.

Sony's new PS5 Pro lottery requires 60 hours of playtime just to apply - TechSpot Fri, 02 Oct 2026 22:07:00 GMT

Despite the significant backlash over its plan to stop manufacturing discs for new games in 2028, Sony remains massively popular in the console business. The PlayStation 5 Pro is so popular, in fact, that the company is now trying to head off scalping by limiting how many customers can get...

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Apple releases an update for iPhone 18 Pro Max devices on AT&T to address cellular failures; units that already lost service require hardware replacement (Chance Miller/9to5Mac) - Techmeme Fri, 02 Oct 2026 21:35:01 GMT

Chance Miller / 9to5Mac:
Apple releases an update for iPhone 18 Pro Max devices on AT&T to address cellular failures; units that already lost service require hardware replacement — Apple has confirmed an issue causing a “small number” of iPhone 18 Pro Max devices on AT&T to lose cellular service.

Miami Heat to play as Vice City from Grand Theft Auto VI for single game, with new court and uniforms - Yahoo Sports - Google Fri, 02 Oct 2026 21:21:34 GMT

Someone got Doom in an SQL database - Ars Technica - Google Fri, 02 Oct 2026 21:19:05 GMT

Someone got Doom in an SQL database Ars Technica

Someone got Doom in an SQL database - ArsTechnica Fri, 02 Oct 2026 21:19:05 GMT

1,300 lines of SQL querying renders accurate bitmapped views of Hell at 35 fps.

End of Abyss Review: Samus-Inspired Survival Success - gameinformer.com - Google Fri, 02 Oct 2026 21:13:00 GMT

End of Abyss Review: Samus-Inspired Survival Success gameinformer.com
End of Abyss: Explore and Fight Through the Abyss’ Horror news.xbox.com
Resident Evil Meets Little Nightmares in Terrifying New Horror Game Polygon.com
End Of Abyss Patch Fixes Most Of My Complaints Just One Day After Launch GameSpot
End of Abyss on Xbox Series X|S - October 1 launch virus.hr

Vibe-Coded Mashup Mods Have Taken Over X This Week - IGN - Google Fri, 02 Oct 2026 21:09:28 GMT

Only one browser has this really helpful search tool - The Washington Post - Google Fri, 02 Oct 2026 21:00:00 GMT

Only one browser has this really helpful search tool The Washington Post

Meta announces Muse Gadgets, providing an open source ESP32 microchip firmware and a Linux SDK to let users bring Muse to their hardware, like Raspberry Pi 5 (Karissa Bell/Engadget) - Techmeme Fri, 02 Oct 2026 20:50:01 GMT

Karissa Bell / Engadget:
Meta announces Muse Gadgets, providing an open source ESP32 microchip firmware and a Linux SDK to let users bring Muse to their hardware, like Raspberry Pi 5 — The company created its own smart home device, the Muse Home Link — We still don't know too much about Meta's tamagotchi-like AI device …

‘HomePad’ coming: Will Apple hold an October special event? - 9to5Mac - Google Fri, 02 Oct 2026 20:31:00 GMT

Amazon’s $1B plan to combat data center backlash draws more backlash - ArsTechnica Fri, 02 Oct 2026 20:30:27 GMT

Amazon praised for ending NDAs but slammed for downplaying data center pollution.

Meta wants people to build their own Muse gadgets, too - Engadget Fri, 02 Oct 2026 20:27:14 GMT

The company also created its own smart home device, the Muse Home Link

Patient-zero drill put health facilities to the test—40% of them failed - ArsTechnica Fri, 02 Oct 2026 20:07:59 GMT

Actors with makeup and fake symptoms staggered into 73 healthcare facilities.

Batomon Showdown is the hottest new auto battler on the block - Engadget Fri, 02 Oct 2026 20:03:43 GMT

Batomon Showdown is like Pokémon meets Super Auto Pets.

2026 Retrocomputing Challenge: A Homebrew Computer In Only Three ICs - Hack a Day Fri, 02 Oct 2026 20:00:59 GMT

Homebrew computers don’t have to be retrocomputers, but [Just4Fun]’s all-through-hole, 68008-based “68k-MBC” certainly qualifies, so it is a worthy entry in our ongoing contest. While there are both “full” and …read more

Met Warehouse dedication ceremony launches new era - MIT Fri, 02 Oct 2026 20:00:00 GMT

Once a storage castle, now a design stronghold, the landmark building is a major new hub at MIT.

MIT releases financials and endowment figures for 2026 - MIT Fri, 02 Oct 2026 20:00:00 GMT

The Institute’s pooled investments returned 10.3 percent last year; endowment stands at $29.2 billion.

ICE Has Been Dumping Protester Photos Into a Palantir Database - Wired Fri, 02 Oct 2026 19:52:36 GMT

DHS agents not only tracked and intimidated people observing ICE activity in Maine, but stored information about them in a Palantir-built database, newly unsealed court filings say.

Can AI Fix Your Chaotic Inbox? I Unleashed It On 200,000 Unread Emails - CNET Fri, 02 Oct 2026 19:43:32 GMT

I sifted through a boatload of emails with the help of Gemini.

Samsung and Google are raising prices on their budget phones - Engadget Fri, 02 Oct 2026 19:36:31 GMT

Line go up (bad version).

Computational tools for society’s most complex challenges - MIT Fri, 02 Oct 2026 19:30:00 GMT

Associate Professor Cathy Wu uses reinforcement learning to help map out improvements to transportation and other multifaceted systems.

Apple sounds the alarm on AI agents and 'Full Disk Access' - Engadget Fri, 02 Oct 2026 19:22:06 GMT

There's an increasingly high cost to convenience.

Lyft settles landmark driver misclassification lawsuit for $272.5M - ArsTechnica Fri, 02 Oct 2026 19:09:49 GMT

Critics say workers are still owed far more.

Android malware can steal your PIN and bank logins - Fox News - Google Fri, 02 Oct 2026 19:00:23 GMT

Android malware can steal your PIN and bank logins Fox News
RatHat's Evolving C2 Panel Points to Malware-as-a-Service Model Infosecurity Magazine
RatHat Android Malware Console Uses Gemini to Identify Higher-Value Victims The Hacker News
Group-IB uncovers RemControl, the Android banking trojan built with AI help Pasquale Pillitteri
RATHat Android Malware Uses Gemini AI to Control Phones Outside Normal App Permissions CyberSecurityNews

The 2008 economic crisis changed the US's relationship with energy - ArsTechnica Fri, 02 Oct 2026 18:56:21 GMT

It wasn't obvious at the time, but the US uncoupled carbon emissions and GDP growth.

US arrests tech CEO accused of smuggling $300M in Nvidia chips into China - ArsTechnica Fri, 02 Oct 2026 18:39:36 GMT

Nvidia’s chip-smuggling problem won’t go away as arrests continue.

Nvidia Is Killing Its Beloved Base Shield TV - Gizmodo - Google Fri, 02 Oct 2026 18:25:01 GMT

The Xbox Cloud Gaming Controller Is Not Dead, Apparently - GameSpot - Google Fri, 02 Oct 2026 18:20:31 GMT

The Xbox Cloud Gaming Controller Is Not Dead, Apparently GameSpot
Dark clouds appear over 'Xbox Cloud Gaming' as it retires apps on some TVs Windows Central
Xbox’s Experiments With Cloud Gaming Seem To Be Collapsing Kotaku
Microsoft to Cap Xbox Cloud Gaming Hours for Game Pass Subscribers as Infrastructure Costs Escalate - Margin Guidance dars.gov.et
Xbox Cloud Gaming Hours Limit: 15-Hour Cap Explained [2026] tech-insider.org

This Shoe Company’s Instagram Ad With a Frat Is Pissing People Off - Wired Fri, 02 Oct 2026 18:19:53 GMT

A collaborative Instagram post between footwear line HeyDude and a University of Florida frat is sparking backlash due to sexual cyber-harassment allegations against two former members.

Research roundup: 6 cool science stories we almost missed - ArsTechnica Fri, 02 Oct 2026 18:17:27 GMT

Also: Spooky action at the LHC, Ice Age psychoactive use, yeast for building homes on Mars, and more.

Twelve South launches tiny new ‘Airfly Drive’ wireless CarPlay adapter [Updated] - 9to5Mac - Google Fri, 02 Oct 2026 18:15:00 GMT

Your questions answered from The Big Autumn Preview - Warhammer Community - Google Fri, 02 Oct 2026 17:54:31 GMT

Your questions answered from The Big Autumn Preview Warhammer Community

iPhone 18 Pro vs iPhone 18 Pro Max: Comparing their displays and batteries - Engadget Fri, 02 Oct 2026 17:48:32 GMT

Not much else differentiates them, which isn't a bad thing.

Europe is building its own payment network to finally compete with Visa and Mastercard - TechSpot Fri, 02 Oct 2026 17:47:00 GMT

The original ENP initiative launched in 2023, but European sovereignty is now becoming a truly critical issue. The new network's founders include Bizum (Spain), Bancomat (Italy), European digital wallet company Wero, SIBS-MB WAY, and Vipps MobilePay.

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US military ends long-running program to spot nuclear missile launches - ArsTechnica Fri, 02 Oct 2026 17:32:14 GMT

A newer program has been operational since 2011, and the next generation could launch within 12 months.

Samsung Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra vs Apple iPad Pro: Here's how they stack up - Engadget Fri, 02 Oct 2026 17:27:45 GMT

Choosing between these two powerhouse tablets is probably simpler than you think.

YouTube takes aim at clipper accounts, will prioritize original Shorts - Engadget Fri, 02 Oct 2026 17:25:04 GMT

But will it hurt creators clipping their own longform videos?

Fairphone 6+ reviews: a repairability champion, but $650 is a tough sell - TechSpot Fri, 02 Oct 2026 17:24:00 GMT

Now available in the US, the Fairphone 6+ stands out with its replaceable battery, microSD slot, 5-year warranty, and software support through 2033. That longevity comes at a price, though: at $650, reviewers note that its cameras, performance, and water resistance fall short of what similarly priced phones typically offer.

How I kept cool with NYC's free battery program for window AC units - ArsTechnica Fri, 02 Oct 2026 17:20:21 GMT

Bonus: Every Electric’s batteries are beloved by household cats.

Apple Watch Series 12 In-Depth Review: Worth Upgrading? - DC Rainmaker - Google Fri, 02 Oct 2026 17:13:16 GMT

Apple Watch Series 12 In-Depth Review: Worth Upgrading? DC Rainmaker
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Here’s how to get a readiness score on your older Apple Watch stuff.tv

Documenting the tech worker movement - MIT Fri, 02 Oct 2026 17:00:00 GMT

Writing as a participant and researcher, PhD student JS Tan SM ’22 has co-authored a new book about the rise of tech worker protests and the employer backlash that followed.

7 iOS 27 features that make old iPhones exciting again (no Apple Intelligence needed) - zdnet.com - Google Fri, 02 Oct 2026 16:56:36 GMT

Most of Us Have Been Cyberattack Targets, Consumer Reports Finds. AI Isn’t Helping - CNET Fri, 02 Oct 2026 16:53:34 GMT

From snooping smart glasses to AI bots going rogue, I’m not surprised US adults are more concerned about their privacy.

The NHL Is Releasing Its Own ‘Hot’ Fanfic. Romance Lovers Hate It - Wired Fri, 02 Oct 2026 16:37:32 GMT

The league is releasing romance-style audio stories to promote games. Critics say it’s cheap pandering that doesn’t address toxic masculinity in the sport.

Nacon’s new PS5 controller can mix audio from your phone and console - The Verge - Google Fri, 02 Oct 2026 16:35:13 GMT

Control Resonant Made The Right Choice Leaving The Oldest House Behind - Kotaku - Google Fri, 02 Oct 2026 16:30:23 GMT

Hackaday Podcast Episode 389: Spinning Lightfield Displays, and Jenny Visits a Blast Furnace - Hack a Day Fri, 02 Oct 2026 16:30:08 GMT

Another all-European podcast for you this week, as Elliot Williams is joined by Jenny List for an evening looking at the past week in Hackaday. And this week there is …read more

Soon-to-be merged Paramount and Warner Bros. will be known as Skydance going forward - Engadget Fri, 02 Oct 2026 16:16:02 GMT

Paramount Skydance CEO David Ellison announced the new name in a social media post.

Scammers are selling fake Blu-ray drives to PS3 emulation fans - TechSpot Fri, 02 Oct 2026 16:16:00 GMT

Developers of the RPCS3 PS3 emulator recently shared a warning about the latest fraud attempts targeting PS3 fans in search of a new Blu-ray drive. An unknown number of scammers are now trying to sell "fake" Blu-ray drives that appear to be newer models but use the same, incompatible internals...

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Christopher Ward Brings Back a Modern Classic, with Serious Improvements - Gear Patrol - Google Fri, 02 Oct 2026 16:09:36 GMT

Christopher Ward Brings Back a Modern Classic, with Serious Improvements Gear Patrol

Cybertruck sales in free fall as Tesla reports mediocre sales for Q3 - ArsTechnica Fri, 02 Oct 2026 16:05:26 GMT

Tesla met analysts expectations as it sold fewer cars in Q3 2026 than Q3 2025.

Critics call Star Wars: Galactic Racer one of the best arcade racers in years - TechSpot Fri, 02 Oct 2026 16:02:00 GMT

Star Wars: Galactic Racer is earning widespread praise for its breakneck speed, satisfying handling, deep customization, and mix of roguelite progression and multiplayer. Critics highlight its Burnout-like thrills and substantial replayability. The consensus: it's not just a great Star Wars game, but one of the standout arcade racers in years.

Using an iPad mini to preview the iPhone Duo experience - 9to5Mac - Google Fri, 02 Oct 2026 16:00:00 GMT

These AI Experts Want to Do High-Stakes Research Out in the Open - Wired Fri, 02 Oct 2026 16:00:00 GMT

Many frontier labs keep their risky research locked away. Trillium Labs wants to show off its work when it comes to self-improvement and model behavior.

Brand New GTA 6 Screenshots Focus on Lucia and Jason's Relationship - IGN - Google Fri, 02 Oct 2026 15:59:09 GMT

Brand New GTA 6 Screenshots Focus on Lucia and Jason's Relationship IGN
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Gurnoor Brar has been expensive, but India are happy to pay the price for now - Cricinfo - Google Fri, 02 Oct 2026 15:52:41 GMT

Gurnoor Brar has been expensive, but India are happy to pay the price for now Cricinfo

AT&T, T-Mobile and Verizon have officially teamed up to end coverage gaps - Engadget Fri, 02 Oct 2026 15:37:40 GMT

This is likely an attempt to get ahead of potential rivals like Starlink and Leo.

Your Next Mobile Games Will Get AI Graphics Boosts That PCs and Consoles Have Had for Years - CNET Fri, 02 Oct 2026 15:36:24 GMT

AI upscaling and frame generation are coming in upcoming premium Android phones running the new highest-tier Snapdragon chips.

The Team Behind PixelJunk Is Partly to Thank for Ace Combat 8's Brilliant Cloud Tech - pushsquare.com - Google Fri, 02 Oct 2026 15:30:00 GMT

The Team Behind PixelJunk Is Partly to Thank for Ace Combat 8's Brilliant Cloud Tech pushsquare.com
Ace Combat 8’s Stellar Multiplayer Reveals the Terrors of Live-Service Games Polygon.com
Bandai Namco’s New PS5 Flight Combat Game Is Out Today on PlayStation Store AOL.com
Find Your Reason to Fight in Season One of ACE COMBAT ONLINE Bandai Namco Entertainment America
Ace Combat 8 Developers Address ‘Belkan War’ Disappointment Insider Gaming

Affordable alternatives to Apple's AirPods Max - Engadget Fri, 02 Oct 2026 15:30:00 GMT

If you can live without deep iOS integration and the polished design of the AirPods Max, you could save hundreds.

Trump’s Crazy AI Rebrand Was a Loyalty Test for Tech Execs—and It Worked - Wired Fri, 02 Oct 2026 15:00:00 GMT

For years these billionaires gushed obsessively about AI. But they meekly went along when Trump canceled the term.

Don't let the adorable AI agents fool you - Engadget Fri, 02 Oct 2026 15:00:00 GMT

Just because they look harmless doesn't mean you should be irresponsible with your data.

The 7-year-old Nvidia Shield TV is now $100 more expensive due to AI - ArsTechnica Fri, 02 Oct 2026 14:52:16 GMT

Initially launched in 2019, the Nvidia Shield TV Pro now retails for $299.99.

This industrial mini PC pairs Intel Panther Lake internals with near-silent AirJet cooling - TechSpot Fri, 02 Oct 2026 14:51:00 GMT

The system can be configured with an Intel Core Ultra X7 358H, Core Ultra 7 356H or Core Ultra 5 325 processor. The design shows how newer cooling methods could give industrial PCs more room for faster processors and graphics hardware in space-constrained deployments.

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The next generation’s guide to the new space economy - MIT Fri, 02 Oct 2026 14:50:00 GMT

An industry report published by students in an MIT aerospace entrepreneurship class lays out guidance for aspiring space leaders and investors.

A Florida county discovered 14 Flock cameras nobody authorized, and 11 remain unclaimed - TechSpot Fri, 02 Oct 2026 14:22:00 GMT

The latest case of unclaimed Flock cameras occurred in St. Lucie County, Florida. When officials began taking down the cameras after canceling the county's contract with the company, they discovered 14 extra cameras that the police say were not theirs.

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Skip the Wait. Microsoft's 26H2 Update Fixes the Parts You Hate Most About Windows 11 - PCMag - Google Fri, 02 Oct 2026 14:21:01 GMT

Skip the Wait. Microsoft's 26H2 Update Fixes the Parts You Hate Most About Windows 11 PCMag
How to get the Windows 11 2026 Update Windows Blog
Microsoft makes Windows settings backup the default in 26H2 The Register
Windows 11 version 27H2: Everything we know so far Windows Central
Microsoft promised a better Windows 11. Here’s its 6-month report card PCWorld

Reddit Is Choking Off RSS and Open Web Access to Keep AI Bots Out - CNET Fri, 02 Oct 2026 14:19:33 GMT

Many are worried that killing RSS feeds will destroy one of the last open, user-controlled ways to read the web.

Audible Will Soon Let You Use AI to Talk to a Book Character - CNET Fri, 02 Oct 2026 14:06:29 GMT

Amazon’s audiobook service is rolling out new AI-powered features to make listening to stories more interactive.

Next Week on XBOX: New Games for October 5 to 9 - news.xbox.com - Google Fri, 02 Oct 2026 14:03:25 GMT

NVIDIA's smuggling problem is getting worse - Engadget Fri, 02 Oct 2026 14:02:14 GMT

US officials have reportedly highlighted gaps in NVIDIA's due diligence over smuggling.

My Patience With Fire Emblem: Fortune’s Weave Is Wearing Dangerously Thin - Kotaku - Google Fri, 02 Oct 2026 14:00:40 GMT

Rocket Report: SpaceX completes launch triple-header; Rocket Lab nets big contract - ArsTechnica Fri, 02 Oct 2026 13:54:34 GMT

Blue Origin seeks FAA approval for up to 50 New Glenn launches and 50 booster landings per year.

‘This Matters’: Researchers Identify Thousands of New Tells in AI Writing - Gizmodo - Google Fri, 02 Oct 2026 13:45:32 GMT

‘This Matters’: Researchers Identify Thousands of New Tells in AI Writing Gizmodo
Opus 5.5 loves to tell you ‘this matters’ (and other AI writing tells) TechCrunch
Claude Opus 5.5 uses em-dashes 99% less often and sounds more human — but still exhibits 2,548 AI writing tells VentureBeat
Kyiv Mayor Reports Building Hit and Separate Warehouse Fire in Obolonskyi District Межа. Новини України.
Researchers have identified new 'filler words' that can be used to identify text generated by AI Mezha

Apple is reportedly building a smart home camera that won't record video footage of you or anyone else - Engadget Fri, 02 Oct 2026 13:44:31 GMT

The device will apparently use AI to analyze activity in your home without actually filming it.

Buying an RTX 5090 from Micro Center now means signing a form promising it won't leave the US - TechSpot Fri, 02 Oct 2026 13:44:00 GMT

Redditor Krothic writes that they recently bought a PowerSpec Ai90 prebuilt PC packing an RTX 5090. The store manager informed them that buying the PC required that they fill in a form and have their drivers license scanned, connecting their name to their purchase.

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What to expect at Microsoft's Windows, Surface and AI event on October 7 - Engadget Fri, 02 Oct 2026 13:30:00 GMT

We'll definitely hear about the NVIDIA RTX Spark-powered Surface Laptop Ultra, but what else?

Gears Of War: E-Day Smashes Steam Record And Earns Xbox Series S Praise In First 24 Hours - Pure Xbox - Google Fri, 02 Oct 2026 13:30:00 GMT

Gears Of War: E-Day Smashes Steam Record And Earns Xbox Series S Praise In First 24 Hours Pure Xbox
Gears of War: E-Day is a great game launching at a terrible time The Verge
A popular video game franchise returns with its best entry yet | Review The Seattle Times
Gears of War: E-Day Performance Benchmark Review - 35 GPUs Tested TechPowerUp
Gears of War: E-Day is Available in Early Access Today, Watch the Launch Gameplay Trailer news.xbox.com

Join the Pokémon Night Out Livestream to Party from Home - Pokemon.com - Google Fri, 02 Oct 2026 13:20:35 GMT

The Singapore government built its own dating app and is testing it with public officers - TechSpot Fri, 02 Oct 2026 13:13:00 GMT

Singapore's government is getting into the matchmaking business. GovTech, the agency behind the city-state's digital public services, has launched FirstDate, a pilot dating service for public officers aged 21 to 35, as the country grapples with a record-low birth rate.

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Home Assistant renames Home Assistant Cloud to Link - The Verge - Google Fri, 02 Oct 2026 13:02:52 GMT

Home Assistant renames Home Assistant Cloud to Link The Verge

Nvidia debuts $4,999 DGX Spark with half the RAM and storage, amid memory crunch - The Register - Google Fri, 02 Oct 2026 13:00:00 GMT

Winners of the UK Best Places To Work Awards 2026 revealed - GamesIndustry.biz - Google Fri, 02 Oct 2026 12:56:58 GMT

Winners of the UK Best Places To Work Awards 2026 revealed GamesIndustry.bizSee more headlines & perspectives on Google News

The base PlayStation 5 can now do AI upscaling, and it actually looks great - TechSpot Fri, 02 Oct 2026 12:39:00 GMT

With a free update released on Thursday, Marvel's Wolverine and Ghost of Yōtei have introduced the first machine-learning-based upscaler that supports the base PlayStation 5. QSSR provides noticeably clearer graphics at virtually no performance cost.

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Original Xbox Version of Halo: Combat Evolved Made Available to Play in a Browser - IGN - Google Fri, 02 Oct 2026 12:07:42 GMT

Tesla rolls out an emergency drive-away feature after Supercharger shooting - Engadget Fri, 02 Oct 2026 12:03:04 GMT

Tesla's new feature will let you drive away with the Supercharger still connected in case of emergencies.

I Tested the Galaxy S26 Ultra Cameras Against the Pixel 11 Pro: One Captures Vibes Better - CNET Fri, 02 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMT

I brought two of the best Android camera phones with me to Cape May, and one was noticeably better.

Star Wars: Galactic Racer Review: A Fantastic Burnout Successor From a Galaxy Far, Far Away - CNET Fri, 02 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMT

Developer Fuse Games’ debut release is one of the most impressive arcade racers in recent memory.

New York City's click-to-cancel rule takes effect, making subscription cancellations as easy as sign-ups - TechSpot Fri, 02 Oct 2026 11:58:00 GMT

Mayor Zohran Mamdani and the Department of Consumer and Worker Protection (DCWP) originally announced the city's final Click-to-Cancel Rule in July. It took effect on October 1, making New York the first US city to impose this type of requirement at the municipal level.

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Amazon Says It’s No Longer Using NDAs for Data Centers - Wired Fri, 02 Oct 2026 11:47:58 GMT

The company announced it has stopped using secret agreements with county officials and acknowledged that community backlash is leading to data center moratoriums across the country.

How to find compromised passwords on iPhone and Android - Fox News - Google Fri, 02 Oct 2026 11:46:33 GMT

How to find compromised passwords on iPhone and Android Fox News

AI-generated Fallout: New York browser game full of utterly cursed faces slapped with Bethesda cease and desist, its slop prompter claims - Rock Paper Shotgun - Google Fri, 02 Oct 2026 11:45:53 GMT

Best Smart Cat Trackers of 2026: Fi Mini vs. Tractive - Wired Fri, 02 Oct 2026 11:35:00 GMT

After months of monitoring Basil’s activity and sleep, I found that Fi and Tractive cat trackers come with their own trade-offs.

FDA approves artificial heart valve for kids that grows as they do - Engadget Fri, 02 Oct 2026 11:19:29 GMT

The FDA has approved a new artificial heart valve that eliminates the need for multiple surgeries in children with certain congenital heart defects.

A forensic tool claims it can stop seized iPhones from locking down after 72 hours - TechSpot Fri, 02 Oct 2026 11:15:00 GMT

The company's GrayKey Preserve device and a new Evidence Preservation Mode for existing GrayKey systems are designed to prevent an iPhone from losing its After First Unlock, or AFU, status, according to an instructional video 404 Media obtained. That puts the tools in direct conflict with an Apple security feature...

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CD Projekt Red addresses divisive lighting changes in a new Witcher 3 Remastered PC patch - Eurogamer.net - Google Fri, 02 Oct 2026 11:09:05 GMT

TCL is right to question Samsung’s use of the term “Mini LED” - ArsTechnica Fri, 02 Oct 2026 10:30:11 GMT

Can it be Mini LED without a FALD backlight?

I thought Google made a mistake with the Pixel 11 Pro XL. 30 days later, I was wrong - Android Authority - Google Fri, 02 Oct 2026 10:30:00 GMT

I thought Google made a mistake with the Pixel 11 Pro XL. 30 days later, I was wrong Android Authority
Pixelated 119: 50 days later, it’s still a phone 9to5Google
Why I ditched Apple for a better value Google phone, watch News.com.au
Pixel 11's Effective Price Cut: Camera and AI Upgrades, but Gaming Performance Concerns Linger finance.biggo.com
Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold marks steady progress in an otherwise restless market Hindustan Times

Your Driverless Cab Is Spying on You - Wired Fri, 02 Oct 2026 10:30:00 GMT

Self-driving cars from Waymo, Zoox, and Tesla are studded with cameras and sensors. Some of them are pointing at riders.

OpenAI's rogue agent problem is bigger than Hugging Face, over 100 organizations and counting - TechSpot Fri, 02 Oct 2026 10:19:00 GMT

The ChatGPT maker writes that it has notified over 100 organizations of "misaligned agent activity" linked to its AI models. The figure covers notifications sent by September 26.

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Election Deniers Think the GOP’s Terrible Midterm Polling Is a ‘Psyop’ - Wired Fri, 02 Oct 2026 10:00:00 GMT

Dozens and dozens of high-profile MAGA influencers and pundits have weighed in. “The laughable fake polls are rolling out,” Catturd posted on X.

A Flaw in ChatGPT’s Mac App Could Have Let Hackers Grab Sensitive Data - Wired Fri, 02 Oct 2026 09:45:00 GMT

While the focus has been on AI agents’ hacking capabilities, a recently patched vulnerability in a ChatGPT app shows that AI software is itself an inviting—and vulnerable—target.

Balcony solar installations will soon be legal in America's most populous state - Engadget Fri, 02 Oct 2026 09:39:12 GMT

California has joined nine other US states in approving balcony solar installations.

What to expect from sim racing and driving games in October - traxion.gg - Google Fri, 02 Oct 2026 09:30:11 GMT

What to expect from sim racing and driving games in October traxion.gg
The Video Games And More You Should Play This Weekend – October 2, 2026 gameinformer.com
There are so many games coming out in October you guys pcgamer.com
These 23+ PS5 and PS Plus Games Are Coming Out Next Week (5th-11th October) pushsquare.com
Upcoming Games – October 2026 nintendo.com

New PS5 Firmware Update 26.06-14.10.00 Available to Download Now - pushsquare.com - Google Fri, 02 Oct 2026 09:30:00 GMT

New PS5 Firmware Update 26.06-14.10.00 Available to Download Now pushsquare.com
AI upscaling is coming to PS5 PlayStation.Blog
Hands-On With QSSR: AI-Driven Upscaling for the Standard PS5 Digital Foundry
Sony brings AI graphics upscaling to the regular PS5 The Verge
One Of The PS5 Pro's Exclusive Features Is Now Coming To PS5, Kind Of gameinformer.com

AI Is Making a Mess of Nurses’ Schedules. They Say It’s a Safety Issue - Wired Fri, 02 Oct 2026 09:30:00 GMT

A hospital giant and radiology network turned to Palantir to streamline scheduling, but nurses and other staff say the new software is causing errors, burnout, and frustration.

31 Best STEM Toys for Kids (2026): Learning Made Fun - Wired Fri, 02 Oct 2026 09:30:00 GMT

We found lots of math-filled and science-rich toys for tiny nerds to assemble, bake, squish—or even tear apart and rebuild.

New Mexico wants Meta to pay $40 billion in penalties for Cambridge Analytica scandal - Engadget Fri, 02 Oct 2026 08:47:29 GMT

New Mexico's attorney argued that the penalties Meta has to pay need to be significant enough to make an impact on the company.

Pokémon GO City Safari: Boston Rescheduled as a Global Event for Ticket Holders - Pokémon GO Hub - Google Fri, 02 Oct 2026 07:15:19 GMT

Pokémon GO City Safari: Boston Rescheduled as a Global Event for Ticket Holders Pokémon GO Hub
Pokémon GO City Safari: Boston Update Pokémon GO
Pokémon GO City Safari Boston Event Rescheduled Due To Inclement Weather (UPDATE - makeup dates announced) GoNintendo

Squarespace Promo Codes: 20% Off in October 2026 - Wired Fri, 02 Oct 2026 05:00:00 GMT

Get 20% off your next website, 10% off with exclusive Squarespace discount code, 50% off plans, and more top coupons from WIRED.

Design Within Reach Promo Codes: 30% Off | October 2026 - Wired Fri, 02 Oct 2026 05:00:00 GMT

Get 30% off, 20% off, and free shipping with our Design Within Reach coupon codes, plus up to 50% off furniture with these special discounts.

Uber Eats Promo Codes: $15 Off│October 2026 - Wired Fri, 02 Oct 2026 05:00:00 GMT

Hunger meets savings. Discover verified Uber Eats promo codes, new user offers, and Uber One discounts to slash your delivery fees and meal costs.

Whoop Promo Codes: 20% Off This October 2026 - Wired Fri, 02 Oct 2026 05:00:00 GMT

Whether you're looking for a Whoop free trial, student discount, or military savings, our guide to Whoop promo codes will help you maximize your membership benefits. Stay on top of your fitness goals for less.

Motley Fool Promo Code: $200 Off on Stock Advisor October 2026 - Wired Fri, 02 Oct 2026 05:00:00 GMT

Scale your portfolio for less with these verified The Motley Fool membership discounts, stock advisor promo codes, and Epic Bundle deals.

Wayfair Coupons: Up to 80% Off October 2026 - Wired Fri, 02 Oct 2026 05:00:00 GMT

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Peacock Promo Codes: 40% Off October 2026 - Wired Fri, 02 Oct 2026 05:00:00 GMT

Stream your favorite shows for up to $80 off this month, and save on subscription plans with the latest Peacock TV coupons from WIRED.

Hotels.com Coupon Codes for October 2026 - Wired Fri, 02 Oct 2026 05:00:00 GMT

Unlock significant savings on hotels, resorts, and getaways with our verified Hotels.com promo codes and gift card discounts. Plan your perfect trip today!

Columbia Promo Codes: 15% Off | October 2026 - Wired Fri, 02 Oct 2026 05:00:00 GMT

Explore current Columbia deals on jackets, outdoor gear, and apparel. Find active Columbia promo codes, student discounts, and free shipping offers to save on your next adventure.

Google Workspace Promo Codes: 14% Off for October 2026 - Wired Fri, 02 Oct 2026 05:00:00 GMT

Boost your productivity and save with exclusive Google Workspace coupons from WIRED. Get up to 14% off plans for three months, including Starter, Standard, and Plus tiers.

Nike Promo Codes and Discounts: 30% for October 2026 - Wired Fri, 02 Oct 2026 05:00:00 GMT

Check out our deals for Nike this October 2026, including 15% off select purchases.

3 Questions: A new resource to empower young entrepreneurs - MIT Fri, 02 Oct 2026 04:00:00 GMT

Martin Trust Center Managing Director Bill Aulet introduces Dear Dreamer, a free platform for middle and high school students who want to learn about entrepreneurship.

MIT class project turns into an FDA-cleared treatment for tremors - MIT Fri, 02 Oct 2026 04:00:00 GMT

Wristband device from Encora Therapeutics started as a project in 2.009, MIT’s iconic product-design class.

GTA 6 Will Have Sex Scenes, According to New Zealand Ratings Board - IGN - Google Fri, 02 Oct 2026 01:52:00 GMT

GTA 6 Will Have Sex Scenes, According to New Zealand Ratings Board IGN
GTA 6 Age Rating Details Sex, Gore And Snorting Cocaine Mechanics RockstarINTEL
Drug Use, Nudity, and Sexual Fetishes All in GTA 6 pushsquare.com
A Vanished PEGI Page Details GTA 6’s Reported Mature Content Gamereactor UK

Amazon redesigns Kindle lineup and announces new accessories - 9News - Google Fri, 02 Oct 2026 00:13:00 GMT

Welcome to Opt Out October: It’s Time to Ditch Unwanted Subscriptions and AI Spies - CNET Thu, 01 Oct 2026 23:55:21 GMT

It’s a good month to reassess old accounts and retake control of your data and privacy.

Xbox Officially Makes 5 Open-World Games 100% Free Until October 4 - GameRant - Google Thu, 01 Oct 2026 22:30:13 GMT

Venus' mysterious haze is actually cosmic dust - ArsTechnica Thu, 01 Oct 2026 22:27:04 GMT

A physical model show that iron dust and sulfuric acid create the right properties.

Whatever AI Safety Is, It’s Not This - Wired Thu, 01 Oct 2026 22:10:42 GMT

Asking AI companies to self-regulate is a great way to pretend like you’ve accomplished something.

SpaceX describes surgical intervention before launch of latest crew mission - ArsTechnica Thu, 01 Oct 2026 22:07:33 GMT

With Crew-13, Jessica Watkins became the first Black woman to lead a mission into space.

New tool lets users repair AI-generated 3D models, then fabricate them just the way they want - MIT Thu, 01 Oct 2026 22:00:00 GMT

“InstructMesh” can generate designs for everyday objects that are easy to edit and fabricate for both experts and newcomers to 3D modeling.

"The Big Short" investor says he's rooting for a crash just to stop OpenAI and Anthropic's IPOs - TechSpot Thu, 01 Oct 2026 21:53:00 GMT

In a recent post on his "Cassandra Unchained" X account, Burry renewed his concerns about the economics behind the AI industry. For the benefit of humanity, he wrote, Wall Street and other stock markets should "tank hard" and keep OpenAI and Anthropic from holding their highly anticipated initial public offerings...

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The Best Early Prime Day Deals Ahead of Amazon’s Second Sale (2026) - Wired Thu, 01 Oct 2026 20:53:32 GMT

Amazon Prime Big Deal Days officially begin on October 6 and 7, but I’ve already spotted early discounts on gear our team recommends.

Hacks of 2 federal agencies in a month have spilled a bonanza of sensitive data - ArsTechnica Thu, 01 Oct 2026 20:28:45 GMT

It has been a bad month for federal government cybersecurity.

Judge dismisses Chegg and Penske antitrust lawsuits targeting Google AI search - ArsTechnica Thu, 01 Oct 2026 20:11:55 GMT

The court acknowledges AI search comes with consequences, but it's not an antitrust issue.

Trump’s ‘Morally Binding’ AI ‘Accord,’ the Rise of AI Agents, and Extremists on the Ballot - Wired Thu, 01 Oct 2026 19:58:31 GMT

This week on “Uncanny Valley,” we discuss the voluntary AI safety agreement tech executives signed, AI agents for normies, and extremist candidates running for office in the US midterms.

Apple Says iPhone Duo Has Replaceable 'Cover Layer' - MacRumors - Google Thu, 01 Oct 2026 19:25:11 GMT

Apple Says iPhone Duo Has Replaceable 'Cover Layer' MacRumors
iPhone Duo display confirmed to peel off on purpose PhoneArena
Apple says iPhone Duo has ‘replaceable’ folding display layer to minimize crease 9to5Mac
Apple is selling a $19 fix for iPhone Duo creasing Macworld
iPhone Duo inner display has a replaceable $19 top layer AppleInsider

ChatGPT can now virtually try on clothes for you - TechCrunch - Google Thu, 01 Oct 2026 19:21:53 GMT

ChatGPT can now virtually try on clothes for you TechCrunch
ChatGPT Can Now Help You Virtually Try On Clothes Engadget
OpenAI adds new shopping features to ChatGPT Retail Times
ChatGPT Virtual Try-On Saves Your Selfie: What to Know Before You Upload Tech My Money
ChatGPT now shows you wearing any jacket or dress before you buy it Martin Cid Magazine

Can good design stop content creators from having sex in robotaxis? - ArsTechnica Thu, 01 Oct 2026 19:19:42 GMT

Autonomous vehicle designers have to worry about riders getting frisky in public.

Micron says robots will keep RAM prices high, even if the AI bubble pops - TechSpot Thu, 01 Oct 2026 19:18:00 GMT

In its earnings guidance for FY27, Micron stated that it expects physical AI and humanoid robots to become even bigger drivers of memory and storage demand than AI data centers. According to CEO Sanjay Mehrotra, each humanoid robot would need at least around 200GB of DRAM and several terabytes of...

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McDonald’s and Walmart Are Part of the Widening Fray Over Surveillance Pricing - CNET Thu, 01 Oct 2026 19:07:48 GMT

The Federal Trade Commission has urged companies to be transparent about their pricing, but that may not be enough.

Gemini 4 Is Here: When You May Be Able to Use Google’s New AI Model - CNET Thu, 01 Oct 2026 19:03:13 GMT

Gemini 4 Argon is only available to cyber defenders now, a sign Google is gearing up for a wider launch soon.

G-Shock’s New Stunner Is Eight Times the Price of a Rolex Submariner - Gear Patrol - Google Thu, 01 Oct 2026 18:57:37 GMT

Samsung Suddenly Raises Prices by $100 on Most Galaxy S26 Phones - CNET Thu, 01 Oct 2026 18:54:17 GMT

An S26 Ultra with 1TB of storage now lists for $2,000.

Which Privacy and Security Apps Do You Trust the Most? - CNET Thu, 01 Oct 2026 18:50:38 GMT

Do you use a VPN, antivirus or other security software? Let us know which ones are the most trustworthy.

The Steam Autumn Sale Has Deals On Resident Evil Requiem And 007 First Light - Engadget - Google Thu, 01 Oct 2026 18:37:56 GMT

Governor Healey and President Kornbluth launch MIT Future Fest - MIT Thu, 01 Oct 2026 18:30:00 GMT

The new, five-day MIT event reaches takeoff with a forum about discovery and innovation.

HP joins the MacBook Neo fight with colorful OmniBook 5 laptops starting at $699 - TechSpot Thu, 01 Oct 2026 18:06:00 GMT

The new HP OmniBook 5 is described as a premium consumer Windows laptop for those who "want more" from their everyday device. The base model features a 14-inch, 1,920 x 1,200 OLED multi-touch display coated in Gorilla Glass 3 that covers 100% of the DCI-P3 color space. It is driven...

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Marvel releases one last VisionQuest trailer - ArsTechnica Thu, 01 Oct 2026 18:04:48 GMT

"This is a fight I likely won't win. We have said goodbye before. But remember, family is forever."

Experience What It’s Like to Travel in the Occupied West Bank - Wired Thu, 01 Oct 2026 18:00:00 GMT

Traverse barriers and checkpoints in the occupied West Bank—your choices reflect the reality of nearly 3.5 million Palestinians who live there.

Check Out Every Pokémon TCG Product Release in October 2026 - Pokemon.com - Google Thu, 01 Oct 2026 17:45:21 GMT

A court just ruled that training an AI on someone else's editorial work isn't fair use - TechSpot Thu, 01 Oct 2026 17:26:00 GMT

Ross developed an AI-based legal research platform that allowed lawyers to submit legal questions and receive relevant passages from court opinions. To train the system, the company worked with a third party, LegalEase Solutions, to create training materials that connected legal questions with passages from judicial opinions.

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Minior Showers in Pokémon GO: Dates, Cores & Bonuses - Pokémon GO Hub - Google Thu, 01 Oct 2026 17:13:16 GMT

Minior Showers in Pokémon GO: Dates, Cores & Bonuses Pokémon GO Hub
Explore by starlight during meteor showers for a chance to encounter Minior! Pokémon GO
Minior Showers: Minior Debut During Real Life Meteor Showers! Pokémon GO Hub

AOC Agon Pro AGP257FT hits 1,000Hz, overclocks to 1,050Hz, launches next year - TechSpot Thu, 01 Oct 2026 16:44:00 GMT

AOC introduced the AGP257FT monitor earlier this year. Now, the Taiwanese manufacturer is announcing that its first foray into the extremely high-refresh-rate market will arrive in stores starting next year. AOC monitors are usually cheaper than the competition, but we bet a 1,000Hz display is still going to cost a...

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Can VR glasses save VR? - The Verge - Google Thu, 01 Oct 2026 16:10:32 GMT

Can VR glasses save VR? The Verge

IKEA and XBOX Team Up on YXSTABY, a New Collection Made for Gaming at Home - news.xbox.com - Google Thu, 01 Oct 2026 16:08:25 GMT

McDonald's has been using AI to decide how much you should pay for a Big Mac - TechSpot Thu, 01 Oct 2026 16:07:00 GMT

Several sources, including store owners, recently explained to Reuters how McDonald's encourages and sometimes pressures restaurants to set prices according to an AI algorithm. The outlet also viewed screenshots of an AI pricing tool taken in August.

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Nvidia rolls out security update for GeForce GTX 700, 900 and 10 series GPUs - TechSpot Thu, 01 Oct 2026 16:00:00 GMT

Nvidia has released GeForce 582.78 WHQL, a security update for older Maxwell, Pascal, and Volta GPUs that no longer receive regular Game Ready drivers. The release includes security fixes but no new game optimizations or features. Nvidia plans to provide critical security updates for these architectures through October 2028.

Tim Heidecker Is Bringing His Joe Rogan Parody Show to The Onion - Wired Thu, 01 Oct 2026 16:00:00 GMT

Five years after the comedian went viral with a 12-hour blabberthon mocking the king of bro podcasting, he’s back in character to shill a supplement called “Crab Salts.”

Pixel 11 Pro vs. iPhone 18 Pro: Copy-copy-paste or just copy-paste [Video] - 9to5Google - Google Thu, 01 Oct 2026 16:00:00 GMT

Amazon refreshes Kindle with aluminum, faster page turns, and a $35 Bluetooth remote - TechSpot Thu, 01 Oct 2026 15:03:00 GMT

The entry-level Kindle retains a 6-inch screen but gains a flush front, eliminating the raised bezel around the previous model's display. It measures 6.8mm (0.27 inches) thick, down about a millimeter, and weighs 140 grams, shedding roughly 18 grams. Amazon claims page turns are 30% faster than its predecessor.

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Metagame Mentor: Ten Exciting Reality Fracture Callbacks for Standard, Pioneer, and Modern - magic.gg - Google Thu, 01 Oct 2026 15:01:47 GMT

A hack of Pentagon personnel data went undetected for nine months, exposing 3 million people - TechSpot Thu, 01 Oct 2026 13:59:00 GMT

The affected system was run by the Defense Manpower Data Center (DMDC), which manages personnel records across the military and much of the Defense Department's civilian workforce.

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AI is getting cheaper faster than almost any technology in history - TechSpot Thu, 01 Oct 2026 13:31:00 GMT

For companies building or buying AI systems, the change could make more capable models affordable for everyday use. It could also make it harder for AI developers to hold onto pricing power. Epoch's report looks at the cost of running models that meet a set performance level on difficult benchmarks.

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A man could face a decade in prison for a fake crocodile photo he made with Gemini - TechSpot Thu, 01 Oct 2026 13:02:00 GMT

Ye Lin allegedly sent the AI-generated image of a saltwater crocodile at Pandan Reservoir to a colleague in August, presumably as a joke.

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The Best Early Amazon Echo Deals (and the Worst) Ahead of Prime Big Deal Days - Wired Thu, 01 Oct 2026 13:00:00 GMT

Amazon raised prices across its devices in August. Here are the early device deals ahead of Prime Day that are still worth it—and which aren’t.

What’s the Best Kindle of 2026 (So Far)? - Wired Thu, 01 Oct 2026 13:00:00 GMT

I’ve tested every single Kindle. Here’s how Amazon’s ebook readers stack up.

Amazon Kindle, Paperwhite, and Colorsoft 2026: Specs, Price, Release Date - Wired Thu, 01 Oct 2026 13:00:00 GMT

Ahead of the Kindle’s 20th anniversary next year, Amazon is refreshing its entire range of e-readers with fresh colors, an aluminum build, and a new frame design that’s both thinner and lighter.

HP’s answer to the MacBook Neo is thinner, lighter, and comes with OLED - The Verge - Google Thu, 01 Oct 2026 13:00:00 GMT

Apple's long-rumored smart home hub might finally arrive next month with a 6-inch display - TechSpot Thu, 01 Oct 2026 12:28:00 GMT

Bloomberg's Mark Gurman claims that Apple will launch its long-rumored smart home hub on October 13. The device resembles Amazon's Echo Show and Google Nest, but with Apple's software stack.

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2 Driverless Cars Crashed Going 155 mph. That Could Be a Good Thing - Wired Thu, 01 Oct 2026 12:15:00 GMT

Only two of five vehicles finished the race around a notoriously difficult Formula 1 track, exposing what happens when autonomous systems meet blind corners, sensor failures, and physics.

Measles Is Forcing Hospitals to Adapt to a New Normal - Wired Thu, 01 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMT

The US resurgence of measles is forcing hospitals and health systems to adopt new protocols and procedures to deal with a disease they thought was in the past.

Bill Gates says robots should pay FICA taxes when they replace human workers - TechSpot Thu, 01 Oct 2026 11:56:00 GMT

Speaking to Ezra Klein of The New York Times, Gates said that society should get to decide how to protect its workers even if it's making them jobless.

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The Real Threat to the Midterms Is Regular Americans Thinking Violence Is the Answer - Wired Thu, 01 Oct 2026 11:30:00 GMT

Robert A. Pape, a leading authority on political violence, wants Americans to understand that the threat is coming not from the fringes, but from the mainstream.

Best Wi-Fi Routers (2026): My Honest Picks After Testing 50+ - Wired Thu, 01 Oct 2026 11:30:00 GMT

Don’t suffer the buffer. These WIRED-tested home routers will deliver reliable internet across your home, whatever your needs or budget.

Best Gifts for Parents (and Their Babies): Bottle Washers, Prepared Meals, and More - Wired Thu, 01 Oct 2026 11:30:00 GMT

If your friend is in the depths of newborn survival, these gifts and gadgets can go a long way to make parenting a little easier.

Some Pixel owners can't unlock their phones after the latest update - TechSpot Thu, 01 Oct 2026 11:15:00 GMT

Reports have surfaced from users of the Pixel 10 Pro XL, Pixel 8a and Pixel 8 Pro, along with other models in Google's Pixel lineup. The mix of newer and older phones suggests the issue may be tied to software shared across the devices, rather than a hardware problem in one model.

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Tractive Cat 6 Mini Review: A Fitbit for Your Cat - Wired Thu, 01 Oct 2026 11:03:00 GMT

Cats are finally getting the dog treatment. This smart cat collar features GPS location, activity, and sleep tracking, plus all-new heart and respiratory rate monitoring.

Exclusive: Neurable’s First Brain-Scanning Headphones Want to Fine-Tune Your Focus - Wired Thu, 01 Oct 2026 11:00:00 GMT

The company claims that its new device, the Neurable One, can keep you in the zone, calculate the best time to take a break, and tell you when your “brain battery” needs a recharge.

Madison Square Garden’s James Dolan Is Spending Big on New York’s Governor Race - Wired Thu, 01 Oct 2026 10:30:00 GMT

James Dolan has put surveillance at the center of his sports and entertainment empire. Now he’s getting involved in GOP politics by backing a candidate who supports Flock, ICE, and AI data centers.

The Pentagon is creating a new command just for autonomous and robotic warfare - TechSpot Thu, 01 Oct 2026 10:15:00 GMT

Hegseth announced the initiative during his September 30 State of the Force address at Quantico, Virginia. A four-star officer will lead the command, which would join the military's existing 11 combatant commands. The last addition was US Space Command in 2019.

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QR Codes Explained: How They Work and Why They're Everywhere - TechSpot Thu, 01 Oct 2026 05:21:00 GMT

QR codes were built to track car parts, written off as a gimmick, then rescued by phone cameras. Now they're everywhere. Here's how they work, what's changed, and what to watch out for.

Melanin-inspired nanotechnology might help protect workers from deadly nerve agents - TechSpot Wed, 30 Sep 2026 23:22:00 GMT

The researchers developed a melanin-inspired nanotechnology designed to protect people who work around nerve agents and other hazardous chemicals of the same type. This "allomelanin" compound offers many of the same benefits as natural melanin and should be easy to embed in a variety of fibers as a dye.

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MIT Transit Lab to develop an AI platform for public transit agencies - MIT Wed, 30 Sep 2026 15:15:00 GMT

With $2.1 million funding from Google.org, the open-source Public Transit Intelligence Hub will unify public transit monitoring, operations, and passenger communication.

This game-playing AI is the new champ at Stratego - MIT Wed, 30 Sep 2026 15:00:00 GMT

Able to defeat top-ranked human players and more efficient than other models, the new system could help decision-makers in military maneuvers or business negotiations.

Lung cancers can use two different mechanisms to evade KRAS-inhibiting drugs - MIT Wed, 30 Sep 2026 09:00:00 GMT

Some tumor cells develop resistance by amplifying the KRAS gene, while others change their tumor type, MIT researchers have found.

Climate Action Learning Lab bridges research and policy for effective climate solutions - MIT Tue, 29 Sep 2026 20:35:00 GMT

J-PAL North America’s Learning Lab supported a second cohort of U.S. government and nonprofit organizations in building and using rigorous evidence to advance effective decarbonization and adaptation strategies.

Apple patches iPhone flaw used in 'extremely sophisticated' attacks, crypto wallets at risk - Yahoo Finance - Google Tue, 29 Sep 2026 17:12:20 GMT

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Here’s When You Can See October’s Meteor Showers, Views of All 8 Planets and More - CNET Tue, 29 Sep 2026 14:00:00 GMT

Skygazers can look forward to some spectacular sights this month, including one last good view of the Milky Way.

The effects of an “algorithmic monoculture” depend on the details - MIT Tue, 29 Sep 2026 04:00:00 GMT

In a study focusing on hiring decisions, MIT researchers found the use of a single algorithm by many firms could benefit job seekers in certain situations.

Who we become when we talk to machines - MIT Tue, 29 Sep 2026 04:00:00 GMT

Professor Sherry Turkle’s new book, “Artificial Intimacy,” offers a withering critique of chatbots and the antisocial dynamics she believes they encourage.

MIT engineers’ new aquabot offers a way to design small, efficient “biohybrid” robots.

Download iOS 27.0.1 Now to Fix These 3 iPhone Bugs - CNET Mon, 28 Sep 2026 21:10:53 GMT

One of the bugs this update addresses might cause your touchscreen to stop working.

Pressurized experiments could help wind farms generate more power - MIT Mon, 28 Sep 2026 15:00:00 GMT

A new way of simulating wind turbines in the field shows how tweaking turbine operation could unlock tens of thousands of dollars per turbine every year.

All-new in-store offer this October - Warhammer Community - Google Mon, 28 Sep 2026 14:58:11 GMT

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New formulation helps RNA vaccines withstand high temperatures - MIT Mon, 28 Sep 2026 09:00:00 GMT

MIT engineers have found a way to stabilize the lipid nanoparticles used to deliver RNA vaccines, which could allow the vaccines to be more widely distributed.

MIT students gain a humanist lens on technical innovation in Tulsa, Oklahoma - MIT Fri, 25 Sep 2026 20:15:00 GMT

The PKG Center for Social Impact expands Code.Tulsa experiential learning program.

How to Split the Dinner Check With Apple Wallet in iOS 27 - CNET Fri, 25 Sep 2026 18:59:41 GMT

You can now create a Wallet card from a physical business card, and quickly split the bill by scanning a receipt.

A new technique could accelerate the development of RNA therapies - MIT Fri, 25 Sep 2026 17:25:00 GMT

MIT chemical engineers found a way to rapidly produce lipid nanoparticles of varying sizes, which could make it easier to develop new vaccines and therapeutics.

Scattering neutrinos to probe the fundamental laws of the universe - MIT Fri, 25 Sep 2026 04:00:00 GMT

As she became integral to an international particle physics experiment, PhD student Faith Reyes found confidence in herself as a scientist.

Biologists identify a cellular pathway that allows colorectal cancer to metastasize - MIT Thu, 24 Sep 2026 18:00:00 GMT

They also found that obesity may put patients at higher risk for activation of the pathway. Drugs that block the pathway may help prevent metastasis.

New cell-collection device could improve early cancer detection - MIT Thu, 24 Sep 2026 15:00:00 GMT

MIT researchers developed a handheld system that gently collects living cells from patient samples to aid cancer testing and development of personalized medicines.

The promise and peril of using visual AI to study cities - MIT Thu, 24 Sep 2026 04:00:00 GMT

In their new book, “How AI Sees the City,” the leaders of MIT’s Senseable City Lab examine the technology’s implications for researching urban life.

MIT welcomes David Siegel SM ’86, PhD ’91 as its next Innovation Fellow - MIT Wed, 23 Sep 2026 15:30:00 GMT

Computer scientist, entrepreneur, and philanthropist will collaborate with the MIT Schwarzman College of Computing to advance AI and scientific discovery.

FUNdaMENTALs of precision design - MIT Wed, 23 Sep 2026 04:00:00 GMT

Precision, repeatability, and fun are the focus in mechanical engineering course 2.70 (Fundamentals of Precision Product Design).

How the brain keeps its options straight at decision time - MIT Tue, 22 Sep 2026 20:00:00 GMT

Making a decision requires juggling a set of options without getting them confused or losing track of them. A new MIT study shows how neurons encode information to maximize clarity throughout the process.

Poitras Center to fuel early careers of 50 young scientists dedicated to psychiatric disorders research - MIT Tue, 22 Sep 2026 19:00:00 GMT

Patricia and James Poitras ’63 provide fellowships for graduate students and postdocs who will shape the future of mental health research.

MIT named the nation’s top university by U.S. News for 2026-27 - MIT Tue, 22 Sep 2026 04:01:00 GMT

The Institute’s undergraduate engineering, computer science, and economics programs are No. 1; its business program is No. 2.

Podcast: SHASS’s special sauce - MIT Tue, 22 Sep 2026 04:00:00 GMT

Established after World War II, the School of the Humanities, Arts, and Social Sciences is an integral part of the MIT experience. Three faculty reflect on the school’s ongoing impact.

Carter Stubbs named Institute auditor - MIT Mon, 21 Sep 2026 17:00:00 GMT

New Audit Division leader brings track record of collaboration, deep knowledge of audit program and MIT operations to role.

Batteries that safely break down in the GI tract could improve ingestible devices - MIT Mon, 21 Sep 2026 15:00:00 GMT

Made from “bioresorbable” materials, the new batteries could power capsules for drug delivery, sensing, and other applications.

Unmasking “zombie cells” in aging tissue with an AI-powered barcode - MIT Mon, 21 Sep 2026 09:00:00 GMT

Tracking down senescent cells, which accumulate as we age, could help diagnose age-related disorders and guide researchers working on new treatments.

MIT researchers are mapping extreme weather risks — and building tools to act on them - MIT Fri, 18 Sep 2026 16:55:00 GMT

The Climate Grand Challenges “New World of Weather” project shows how modeling, planning tools, and infrastructure analysis are translating research into real-world resilience.

A new chapter for MIT Reads - MIT Fri, 18 Sep 2026 16:30:00 GMT

A new focus on fiction and memoir aims to help the MIT community celebrate the power of storytelling and strengthen social connection.

A new understanding of how enzymes influence bacterial protein production - MIT Fri, 18 Sep 2026 16:20:00 GMT

Novel research expands scientific understanding of how RNA shapes the reading of genetic information.

Fueling a return journey from Mars - MIT Fri, 18 Sep 2026 04:00:00 GMT

PhD candidate Lanie McKinney is building technology to convert the Red Planet’s atmosphere into propellant for bringing astronauts home.

MIT School of Engineering faculty and staff receive awards in spring 2026 - MIT Thu, 17 Sep 2026 20:20:00 GMT

Faculty members and researchers were honored in recognition of their scholarship, service, and overall excellence.

Understanding the world, from the Cold War to the age of AI - MIT Thu, 17 Sep 2026 19:25:00 GMT

For 75 years, the Center for International Studies has brought together social scientists, engineers, and practitioners to understand global change, shape public debate, and address generational challenges.

Robotic lab sets up and runs optics experiments on demand - MIT Thu, 17 Sep 2026 04:00:00 GMT

The autonomous system could speed up testing of high-tech materials for applications such as solar cells, sensors, video displays, and quantum technologies.

Nanoscale mechanics could enable brain-inspired computing - MIT Wed, 16 Sep 2026 18:00:00 GMT

A new device uses reconfigurable motion to mimic the firing behavior of a neuron, which could lead to more efficient computing.

New AI technique could make minimally invasive surgeries safer and more precise - MIT Wed, 16 Sep 2026 15:00:00 GMT

This patient-specific method, called xvr, helps doctors use X-rays for surgical navigation in fields such as orthopedics and neurosurgery.

Measure by measure, studying society accurately - MIT Wed, 16 Sep 2026 04:00:00 GMT

Naoki Egami has become a standout in political methodology, helping refine tools that give scholars durable results.

MIT startups inspire with impressive presentations at Demo Day 2026 - MIT Wed, 16 Sep 2026 04:00:00 GMT

The event featured ventures solving problems in manufacturing, cybersecurity, health care spending, and more.

New method enables AI for safety-critical situations - MIT Mon, 14 Sep 2026 04:00:00 GMT

The “HardFlow” algorithm could help generative AI models produce high-quality outputs that obey strict requirements when “pretty close” doesn’t cut it.

MIT spinout turns plastic waste into resilient building materials - MIT Mon, 14 Sep 2026 04:00:00 GMT

Atlas Building Composites is commercializing MIT research to turn plastic waste into parts for buildings and other infrastructure.

From the iPhone Duo to New AI Features, Here’s When Everything Apple Announced Is Arriving - CNET Wed, 09 Sep 2026 23:48:22 GMT

Apple announced new hardware and software at its Sept. 9 event, but not every feature is available yet. This is when we expect to see them all.

A burst of “pink noise” may lead to more restorative sleep - MIT Wed, 09 Sep 2026 18:00:00 GMT

Delivered at just the right time, this type of auditory stimulus can strengthen the flow of cerebrospinal fluid, which clears debris from the brain and keeps it healthy.

An electrochemical approach turns ammonia into pure hydrogen - MIT Wed, 09 Sep 2026 15:00:00 GMT

An MIT team has demonstrated a more efficient way to extract pure hydrogen gas from hydrogen carrier molecules.

Trading In Your Smartphone During Holiday Sales? Our Readers Recommend This Brand for Your Next Upgrade - CNET Tue, 08 Sep 2026 12:00:00 GMT

Four big tech brands dominate the smartphone space, but one wins for for customer satisfaction, AI features and battery life.

Media Advisory: Governor Healey, MIT President Kornbluth to Kick Off Festivities at MIT Future Fest - MIT Fri, 04 Sep 2026 04:00:00 GMT

The five-day festival will explore the future of science, technology, art and design from Wednesday, Sept. 30 to Sunday, Oct. 4

“You're going to see the impact in 10 years” - President Kornbluth returns to GBH’s “Boston Public Radio” to discuss scientific funding and curiosity driven research - MIT Tue, 01 Sep 2026 04:00:00 GMT

Kornbluth weighed in on the consequences of cuts to federal funding for science and the value of curiosity driven research.

When Are the iPhone 18, iPhone Air 2 and iPhone 18E Coming Out? - CNET Sat, 29 Aug 2026 13:00:00 GMT

The iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone Duo are on the calendar, but what about the standard iPhone 18, iPhone 18E and rumored iPhone Air 2? When to expect Apple’s full iPhone lineup.

I Used This Phone Add-On to Find Hidden Cameras, Leaks and More in My Home - CNET Mon, 17 Aug 2026 10:00:00 GMT

A single phone attachment changed the way I see my home, and it could help you on vacation, too.

Keep Your Data Yours: How to Opt Out of AI Chatbot Training - CNET Thu, 16 Jul 2026 21:04:13 GMT

Don’t want big tech using your data to train its chatbots? Here are the settings you need to know about.