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How Silicon Valley billionaires raised $333M+ to try to defeat a 5% California wealth tax; Patrick Collison's $33M is his most serious campaign engagement yet (New York Times) - Techmeme Wed, 28 Oct 2026 06:35:01 GMT

New York Times:
How Silicon Valley billionaires raised $333M+ to try to defeat a 5% California wealth tax; Patrick Collison's $33M is his most serious campaign engagement yet — Every Tuesday for the last few months, two dozen of the world's richest people or their advisers hop onto a conference call and plan for war.
 
The CFTC files a legal challenge to block Utah's attempt to restrict prediction market betting, asserting it is the sole US regulator of prediction markets (Jesse Hamilton/CoinDesk) - Techmeme Wed, 28 Oct 2026 06:25:02 GMT

Jesse Hamilton / CoinDesk:
The CFTC files a legal challenge to block Utah's attempt to restrict prediction market betting, asserting it is the sole US regulator of prediction markets — The U.S. agency that oversees derivatives has filed a federal legal challenge to halt Utah's attempt to stop prediction market betting in its state …

 
SK Hynix expects memory shortages to persist through at least 2030; it has long-term deals with 14 major buyers for 50%+ of its output in 2027 and 2028 (Simon Sharwood/The Register) - Techmeme Wed, 28 Oct 2026 06:02:30 GMT

Simon Sharwood / The Register:
SK Hynix expects memory shortages to persist through at least 2030; it has long-term deals with 14 major buyers for 50%+ of its output in 2027 and 2028 — Korean memory-maker SK Hynix has predicted memory shortages will persist until at least the year 2030 and says that will help it to boost …

 
Should AI Decide Your Court Case? This Judge Says Yes - Wired Wed, 28 Oct 2026 06:00:00 GMT
One of England’s top judges, Geoffrey Vos, believes that AI could adjudicate plenty of civil cases. The question, he says, is where the line should be drawn.
 
Sources: TPG is in talks to acquire UK-based Ark Data Centres, which operates 27 data centers in the UK and Belgium, from Elliott Management at a ~$5B valuation (Financial Times) - Techmeme Wed, 28 Oct 2026 05:50:01 GMT

Financial Times:
Sources: TPG is in talks to acquire UK-based Ark Data Centres, which operates 27 data centers in the UK and Belgium, from Elliott Management at a ~$5B valuation — US private capital group in talks with Elliott over what would be among the booming sector's biggest deals this year
 
Industry insiders say PCBs and chip substrates are key supply constraints for consumer electronics makers as AI demand increasingly eats up production capacity (Nikkei Asia) - Techmeme Wed, 28 Oct 2026 05:40:01 GMT

Nikkei Asia:
Industry insiders say PCBs and chip substrates are key supply constraints for consumer electronics makers as AI demand increasingly eats up production capacity — TAIPEI — As executives at PC makers, including HP and Dell, map out their supply needs for 2027, a mundane component has emerged as an unlikely concern.
 
Sources: CXMT plans to start HBM3E production despite yields of just 20% to 30%; its HBM3E performance is closer to that of SK Hynix's previous-gen HBM3 chips (Reuters) - Techmeme Wed, 28 Oct 2026 05:30:48 GMT

Reuters:
Sources: CXMT plans to start HBM3E production despite yields of just 20% to 30%; its HBM3E performance is closer to that of SK Hynix's previous-gen HBM3 chips — China's CXMT plans to start production of HBM3E, an advanced type of high-bandwidth memory chip used with AI processors …

 
Jio Platforms, India's largest telecom and digital services company, rose 21.4% in its trading debut after raising ~$3.2B in the country's largest IPO (Priyanka Salve/CNBC) - Techmeme Wed, 28 Oct 2026 05:10:02 GMT

Priyanka Salve / CNBC:
Jio Platforms, India's largest telecom and digital services company, rose 21.4% in its trading debut after raising ~$3.2B in the country's largest IPO — Jio Platforms' shares rose 21.4% on their trading debut Wednesday after a record initial public offering that was lapped up by retail as well as institutional investors.
 
Hacking a Marine Radio Dish - Hack a Day Wed, 28 Oct 2026 05:00:31 GMT
Having watched some fun videos on repurposed satellite dishes on YouTube, [Melan] wanted to get in on the action. She managed to source herself an Intellian i4, a dish built …read more
 
Disney Plus Discount Codes: 52% Off October 2026 - Wired Wed, 28 Oct 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Cut your subscription costs with the latest active Disney+ bundle deals, verified student offers, and partner promotions.
 
NordVPN Coupons: 75% Off, Plus 3 Months Free in October 2026 - Wired Wed, 28 Oct 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Save up to 77% on 2-year plans and get 3 free months with our NordVPN discount codes.
 
Paramount+ Coupon Codes and Deals for 2026 - Wired Wed, 28 Oct 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Save on streaming with the latest Paramount+ promo codes and deals, including 50% off subscriptions, free trials, and more.
 
Peacock Promo Codes: 40% Off October 2026 - Wired Wed, 28 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.
 
Nike Promo Codes and Discounts: 30% for October 2026 - Wired Wed, 28 Oct 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Check out our deals for Nike this October 2026, including 15% off select purchases.
 
30% VistaPrint Coupon & Promo Codes | October 2026 - Wired Wed, 28 Oct 2026 05:00:00 GMT
From personalized gifts to business essentials, WIRED can help you save with our selection of VistaPrint promo codes.
 
Squarespace Promo Codes: 20% Off in October 2026 - Wired Wed, 28 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.
 
Google Workspace Promo Codes: 14% Off for October 2026 - Wired Wed, 28 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.
 
LG Promo Codes and Coupons for October 2026 - Wired Wed, 28 Oct 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Save 20% with an LG promo code today, plus up to $1,000 off appliances, 40% off bestselling TVs and monitors.
 
Dyson Promo Codes: 25% Off in October 2026 - Wired Wed, 28 Oct 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Get 25% off with a Dyson coupon code, plus save up to $600 with discounts on vacuums, $150 off Airwraps, and more.
 
20% Off Samsung Promo Code | October 2026 - Wired Wed, 28 Oct 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Save 30% or 10% with Samsung coupon codes, up to $1,000 on appliances, plus limited-time deals on the Galaxy Z Fold7, Flip7, and S25.
 
Sources: Fujifilm plans to increase magnetic tape production capacity fivefold to meet AI-driven storage demand, its biggest production expansion in ~20 years (Nikkei Asia) - Techmeme Wed, 28 Oct 2026 04:40:01 GMT

Nikkei Asia:
Sources: Fujifilm plans to increase magnetic tape production capacity fivefold to meet AI-driven storage demand, its biggest production expansion in ~20 years — TOKYO — Fujifilm will raise production capacity for magnetic tape fivefold to meet artificial-intelligence-driven demand …

 
Anthropic's S-1 implies a $40T+ annual TAM based on the economic value of knowledge work in 2025, topping SpaceX's $28.5T estimate, without explicitly naming it (Wall Street Journal) - Techmeme Wed, 28 Oct 2026 04:15:47 GMT

Wall Street Journal:
Anthropic's S-1 implies a $40T+ annual TAM based on the economic value of knowledge work in 2025, topping SpaceX's $28.5T estimate, without explicitly naming it — The company's estimated market opportunity, tied to the economic value of work produced by knowledge workers, tops SpaceX's enormous figure from earlier this year
 
Sources: HP, Asus, and Acer are shifting some PC production from Thailand and Vietnam back to China amid rising component costs; Dell is mulling a similar move (Nikkei Asia) - Techmeme Wed, 28 Oct 2026 04:10:01 GMT

Nikkei Asia:
Sources: HP, Asus, and Acer are shifting some PC production from Thailand and Vietnam back to China amid rising component costs; Dell is mulling a similar move — TAIPEI — Leading PC makers, including HP of the U.S. and Asus and Acer of Taiwan, are combating soaring component costs by shifting …

 
Firefox brings back internet icons for new anti-tracking, anti-AI campaign - Mashable - Google Wed, 28 Oct 2026 04:06:57 GMT
  1. Firefox brings back internet icons for new anti-tracking, anti-AI campaign Mashable
  2. Firefox reunites meme royalty to ask what happened to the web The Mozilla Blog
  3. Firefox brings back the internet’s original viral stars to win over former users Ad Age
  4. Firefox Assembles Cast of Meme Legends for Ad Promoting a More Innocent Internet PetaPixel
  5. Firefox’s new ad tries to remind you of a time before the internet sucked. The Verge
 
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.
 
iOS 27.2 brings two new features to Apple's CarPlay - Engadget Wed, 28 Oct 2026 03:51:54 GMT
iOS 27.2 comes with some changes for Apple CarPlay, too.
 
The US FCC approves Amazon Leo's $11.5B acquisition of Globalstar, giving Amazon access to Globalstar's 24 satellites and mobile satellite spectrum (David Shepardson/Reuters) - Techmeme Wed, 28 Oct 2026 03:50:02 GMT

David Shepardson / Reuters:
The US FCC approves Amazon Leo's $11.5B acquisition of Globalstar, giving Amazon access to Globalstar's 24 satellites and mobile satellite spectrum — The Federal Communications Commission said on Tuesday it approved Amazon (AMZN.O) Leo's $11.5 billion deal to acquire Globalstar (GSAT.O) …

 
Sources: chipmaker Onsemi is in talks to acquire 16-year-old chip startup Ferric for ~$1B; PitchBook: Ferric last raised a $32.1M Series C in December 2024 (Valida Pau/The Information) - Techmeme Wed, 28 Oct 2026 03:10:02 GMT

Valida Pau / The Information:
Sources: chipmaker Onsemi is in talks to acquire 16-year-old chip startup Ferric for ~$1B; PitchBook: Ferric last raised a $32.1M Series C in December 2024 — Semiconductor component maker Onsemi has been discussing an acquisition of 16-year-old chip startup Ferric for close to $1 billion …

 
Letter: two Democratic senators allege the Trump administration withheld a secret FISC ruling on search filters that let analysts access Americans' messages (Dell Cameron/Wired) - Techmeme Wed, 28 Oct 2026 02:55:01 GMT

Dell Cameron / Wired:
Letter: two Democratic senators allege the Trump administration withheld a secret FISC ruling on search filters that let analysts access Americans' messages — Two US senators say the Trump administration is breaking the law by withholding the FISA court decision while it presses Congress …

 
SK Hynix plans to return $22B+ in dividends and ~$15B in buybacks to shareholders, on top of its ~$30B buyback program completed in August (Kwanwoo Jun/Wall Street Journal) - Techmeme Wed, 28 Oct 2026 02:30:47 GMT

Kwanwoo Jun / Wall Street Journal:
SK Hynix plans to return $22B+ in dividends and ~$15B in buybacks to shareholders, on top of its ~$30B buyback program completed in August — The South Korean memory-chip maker's net profit more than tripled in the third quarter — South Korean memory-chip titan SK Hynix plans to return …

 
Airborne Particle Monitoring, the BIG way - Hack a Day Wed, 28 Oct 2026 02:00:01 GMT
Airborne micro particles can be a significant health hazard in a workshop, and thus it’s important to maintain a high standard of ventilation. But monitoring their concentration is also important, …read more
 
AMD says it will invest $1B in Meta's equity offering, its first Helios rackscale systems are installed at Meta, and its EPYC CPUs power Meta's Muse AI agent (Kai Nicol-Schwarz/CNBC) - Techmeme Wed, 28 Oct 2026 01:45:42 GMT

Kai Nicol-Schwarz / CNBC:
AMD says it will invest $1B in Meta's equity offering, its first Helios rackscale systems are installed at Meta, and its EPYC CPUs power Meta's Muse AI agent — Nvidia and Advanced Micro Devices have said they will invest a total of $4 billion in Meta after the social media …

 
Further Thoughts on the Googlebook, in Comparison to the MacBook Air - John Scalzi's Whatever - Google Wed, 28 Oct 2026 00:56:35 GMT
  1. Further Thoughts on the Googlebook, in Comparison to the MacBook Air John Scalzi's Whatever
  2. Google Tried to Reinvent the Laptop. Don’t Buy It. The New York Times
  3. Googlebooks vs. MacBooks: Can Google Finally Take on Apple in Laptops? PCMag
  4. Googlebooks just aren’t ready The Verge
  5. Googlebook OS Update Adds AAC Audio and Fixes Three Launch Bugs Techaeris
 
Houston, We Have a Workout: Watch This Peloton Ride With Astronaut Jessica Meir - CNET Wed, 28 Oct 2026 00:10:23 GMT
This 20-minute Peloton class teaches you about exercise in space, and it’s unlike anything else.
 
Don't throw away your old Kindle — repurpose it instead - Engadget Wed, 28 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMT
You can probably still read on it, and, with some finessing, you can turn it into a useful display.
 
Why is nobody reviewing games on Xbox? - Windows Central - Google Tue, 27 Oct 2026 23:45:00 GMT
  1. Why is nobody reviewing games on Xbox? Windows Central
  2. Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 review – a thrilling airport novel of a game The Guardian
  3. Ready for Launch: Multiplayer Maps and Modes Confirmed Call of Duty® | Best-Selling Video Game Franchise
  4. 'Call of Duty' North Korea invasion edition tops sales charts in South Japan Today
  5. Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4's Cool Extraction Mode Made Me Feel Bad for Marathon Fans PCMag
 
T-Mobile Is Offering $1,000 Off Discount on the Apple iPhone Duo Foldable Smartphone - IGN - Google Tue, 27 Oct 2026 23:41:40 GMT
  1. T-Mobile Is Offering $1,000 Off Discount on the Apple iPhone Duo Foldable Smartphone IGN
  2. Apple iPhone Duo review: Two screens, two experiences, two thousand dollars Ars Technica
  3. I’ve Used Plenty of Foldables. The iPhone Duo Complaints Don’t Hold Up PCMag
  4. Apple seeks more iPhone Duo supplies amid strong demand for debut foldable- report Yahoo Finance
  5. The truth about iPhone Duo problems: The shoddy-looking apps, FaceTime camera, and the hinge Mashable
 
This one missing feature from the Slate truck might be a dealbreaker for truck enthusiasts - Engadget Tue, 27 Oct 2026 23:30:00 GMT
The Slate Truck is known for offering hundreds of customization options, but one common truck option isn't available (yet.)
 
Apple Shares tvOS 27.2 Release Notes With List of New Features - MacRumors - Google Tue, 27 Oct 2026 23:16:30 GMT
  1. Apple Shares tvOS 27.2 Release Notes With List of New Features MacRumors
  2. tvOS 27.2 just launched for Apple TV 4K, here’s what’s new 9to5Mac
  3. Older Siri Remotes Now Show Up in Find My With iOS 27.2 MacRumors
  4. tvOS 27.2 lets Apple TV shuffle screensavers, adds HomePod surround FlatpanelsHD
  5. iOS 27.2 brings a big, yet small boost for F1 fans and it might be another reason to buy an iPhone Duo Stuff
 
Discord Public Server Messages May Be Soon Searchable On Google, But You Can Opt Out - Engadget - Google Tue, 27 Oct 2026 23:04:49 GMT
  1. Discord Public Server Messages May Be Soon Searchable On Google, But You Can Opt Out Engadget
  2. Discord will let public server messages be discoverable in Google Search Mashable
  3. Discord is making its public communities more searchable, and people have concerns TechCrunch
  4. Discord Messages in Discoverable Servers Will Soon Be Searchable on Google IGN Southeast Asia
  5. Some Discord Server Messages Are About To Show Up In Web Search Results Kotaku
 
Discord public server messages may be soon searchable on Google, but you can opt out - Engadget Tue, 27 Oct 2026 23:04:49 GMT
The platform's Discoverable Servers are about to get a lot more discoverable.
 
How a Single University Project Started Everything - Hack a Day Tue, 27 Oct 2026 23:00:07 GMT
If we care to cast an eye over the history of ubiquitous personal computing as we know it today, we might immediately point at the original IBM PC. After all, …read more
 
How to change and customize your Android Auto display - Engadget Tue, 27 Oct 2026 23:00:00 GMT
Tailor your tech to fit your daily drive seamlessly.
 
AT&T Is Paying Out Its $177 Million Data Breach Settlement. You Might Get a Check Soon - CNET Tue, 27 Oct 2026 22:56:47 GMT
If you filed a claim by Dec. 18, 2025, a check for up to $7,500 could be on its way within the next few months.
 
Apple's iPhone Duo is getting roasted over screen cracks - Business Insider - Google Tue, 27 Oct 2026 22:56:00 GMT
  1. Apple's iPhone Duo is getting roasted over screen cracks Business Insider
  2. Apple responds to user reports of broken iPhone Duo screens on new foldable phone CNBC
  3. Apple’s Foldable iPhone Duo Draws Early Complaints of the Screen Cracking Bloomberg
  4. Here’s why the iPhone Duo’s hinge could be cracking the screen The Verge
  5. The Mistake iPhone Duo Buyers Can Easily Avoid Engadget
 
Apple refreshes the iMac, entry-level MacBook Pro with the M6 chip - ArsTechnica Tue, 27 Oct 2026 22:37:30 GMT
Additionally, the N1 chip brings Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth 6.
 
Apple refreshes the iMac, entry-level MacBook Pro with the M6 chip - Ars Technica - Google Tue, 27 Oct 2026 22:37:30 GMT
  1. Apple refreshes the iMac, entry-level MacBook Pro with the M6 chip Ars Technica
  2. Apple Bets MacBook Pro Buyers Will Pay More for Touch Screens Bloomberg
  3. Apple Unveils New MacBook Pro Ahead Of November Launch — HSBC Sees Strong iPhone Demand, Potential AI-Driven Upgrade Cycle Yahoo Finance
  4. Apple introduces the new 14-inch MacBook Pro with M6 Apple
  5. We’ve had touchscreen laptops for years. Can Apple make them better? The Verge
 
Researchers set a real-time fiber record: 3.2 petabits per second over 10.3 kilometers - TechSpot Tue, 27 Oct 2026 22:32:00 GMT

A joint initiative by Chinese researchers and engineers has set a new record for real-time fiber-optic communications. The team sent 3.2 petabits per second (Pbps) through a single optical fiber, topping the 2.5 Pbps mark the same group set earlier this year. The figure reflects bidirectional transmission, with traffic flowing...

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Battle of the Smart Rings: Oura Sues Ultrahuman for Patent Infringement — Again - CNET Tue, 27 Oct 2026 22:30:37 GMT
The smart ring maker wants to ban the Ultrahuman Ring Pro.
 
The best ways to tell if someone is using AI glasses - Engadget Tue, 27 Oct 2026 22:30:00 GMT
While it can be jarring to discover that your companion is using AI glasses, there are some steps you can take to recognize them ASAP.
 
South Carolina's measles outbreak jumped to Washington state 5 times in 2 weeks - ArsTechnica Tue, 27 Oct 2026 22:22:32 GMT
International travel used to be the main risk of measles cases in the US—not anymore.
 
China's top-secret spaceplane can't hide in low-Earth orbit - ArsTechnica Tue, 27 Oct 2026 22:04:50 GMT
The DIA's threat assessment suggests China may soon place directed energy weapons in space.
 
What are wrong number text scams, and how can you avoid them? - Engadget Tue, 27 Oct 2026 22:00:00 GMT
It's not an honest mistake; it's the start of an attack on your wallet.
 
Halloween Candy Prices Take a Scary Bite Out of Shoppers’ Budgets - CNET Tue, 27 Oct 2026 21:58:49 GMT
Americans could spend over $4 billion on Halloween candy this year.
 
"No human at the helm": Delaware plan would let AI agents run entire businesses - ArsTechnica Tue, 27 Oct 2026 21:50:04 GMT
Owners of AI-run firms would evade liability for "reckless" AI, US Rep. Comer says.
 
Why is there a random arm taking over the X composer? - Engadget Tue, 27 Oct 2026 21:35:22 GMT
The animation is pushing users to pay to promote their posts.
 
Anthropic IPO warns its AI could blackmail people, become sentient, end humanity - ArsTechnica Tue, 27 Oct 2026 21:31:14 GMT
Seven potential AI nightmares pulled from Anthropic's 93-page "Risk Factor" tome.
 
iPhone 18e reportedly comes with 2nm A20 chip and 60Hz screen - Engadget Tue, 27 Oct 2026 21:26:20 GMT
The leaks suggest the front camera could also see a boost.
 
Anthropic, Suno Sued for Unlawfully Using Songs by Madonna, Johnny Cash, Joni Mitchell - CNET Tue, 27 Oct 2026 21:22:44 GMT
Companies are accused of training their AI models using copyrighted music and lyrics.
 
ChatGPT can work with your iCloud Mail and Calendar thanks to new plugin support - Engadget Tue, 27 Oct 2026 21:13:59 GMT
You can use the AI assistant to update calendar events and search your inbox, among other things.
 
It Took Mass Effect Fans Less Than 15 Minutes To Crowdfund Billboards Outside EA's Offices And The Game Awards - Kotaku - Google Tue, 27 Oct 2026 21:08:44 GMT
  1. It Took Mass Effect Fans Less Than 15 Minutes To Crowdfund Billboards Outside EA's Offices And The Game Awards Kotaku
  2. Electronic Arts to Shed 400 Jobs, Shut Down BioWare to Cut Costs Bloomberg
  3. Mass Effect: Universe Looked Great, and BioWare's Closure Means It's Been Taken Away Just When We Needed It Most IGN
  4. SaveMassEffect campaign smashes GoFundMe goal in under 20 minutes — "Mass Effect deserves to not die in some EA vault, dead forever" Windows Central
  5. Leaked Mass Effect: Universe trailer gives a taste of what we’re all missing Ars Technica
 
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.
 
Several AEW Wrestlers Pushing Back Against Taking Losses on TV - Ringside News - Google Tue, 27 Oct 2026 20:48:32 GMT
Several AEW Wrestlers Pushing Back Against Taking Losses on TV Ringside News
 
Ace Combat 8 Elevates High-Voltage Dogfights With Wistful Melodrama - CNET Tue, 27 Oct 2026 20:37:07 GMT
The latest Ace Combat game feels like a polished, punchy airborne adventure — unapologetically anime in its storytelling and a joy to play.
 
Apple’s low-cost iPhone 18 details revealed by leaker - 9to5Mac - Google Tue, 27 Oct 2026 20:28:00 GMT
  1. Apple’s low-cost iPhone 18 details revealed by leaker 9to5Mac
  2. iPhone 18e Reportedly Comes With 2nm A20 Chip And 60Hz Screen Engadget
  3. iPhone 18e rumors: New chip and selfie camera planned, report claims Mashable
  4. New iPhone 18e leak covers its chip, cameras, and display - GSMArena.com news GSMArena.com
  5. iPhone 18e Could Get Two Key Upgrades While Keeping 60Hz Display MacRumors
 
Code-execution flaw in UEFI firmware affects most servers on planet Earth - ArsTechnica Tue, 27 Oct 2026 20:25:55 GMT
Critical flaw in EDK2 allows attackers to execute code early in the boot process.
 
Code-execution flaw in UEFI firmware affects most servers on planet Earth - Ars Technica - Google Tue, 27 Oct 2026 20:25:55 GMT
  1. Code-execution flaw in UEFI firmware affects most servers on planet Earth Ars Technica
  2. After PHP, critical EDK2 flaw puts millions of servers at risk of hacking India Today
  3. UEFI Flaw CVE-2026-97631: 9.5 Severity Rating [2026] https://tech-insider.org/
  4. Critical UEFI Firmware Flaw Could Expose Millions of Servers to Pre-Boot Code Execution CyberSecurityNews
  5. UEFI Flaw CVE-2026-97631 Rated 9.5/10 [2026] shattered.io
 
MIT student leaders: Q&A with Angeline Peng, a leader in the Addir Fellows Interfaith Dialogue Program - MIT Tue, 27 Oct 2026 20:15:00 GMT
The MIT senior in mathematics convenes and leads regular, small-group interfaith discussions to help other students — and herself — grapple with big questions.
 
2026 Retrocomputing Challenge: Explore Space with a Credit Card Reader - Hack a Day Tue, 27 Oct 2026 20:00:33 GMT
The humble credit card reader — most of us have used hundreds, perhaps even thousands of them over the years. But even for folks like us, it’s not the sort …read more
 
Rockstar workers in the UK will hold a union vote just as GTA 6 is released - Engadget Tue, 27 Oct 2026 19:55:04 GMT
A legal case alleging union-busting at the game developer will also wrap next month.
 
Apple Creator Studio Brings MotionVFX and AI Assistants to Subscribers - CNET Tue, 27 Oct 2026 19:54:59 GMT
It isn’t just new hardware dropping this week in Apple’s “Pro and Tell” event.
 
Free Elder Stuff in The Sims 4 October 2026 Patch - Sims Community - Google Tue, 27 Oct 2026 19:50:37 GMT
  1. Free Elder Stuff in The Sims 4 October 2026 Patch Sims Community
  2. Preparing for The Sims 4 October Patch (Tutorial & Countdown) Sims Community
  3. The Sims 4 October 27 2026 Patch Notes IGN
  4. The Sims 4 to Fix Infinite Loading and Over 100 Bugs - Big Update Teasers iXBT.games
  5. The Sims 4 Content & Quality-of-Life Update Released on October 27 as Patch 2.40 MP1st
 
Grand Theft Auto VI reportedly requires a 210GB download - Engadget Tue, 27 Oct 2026 19:39:37 GMT
Be prepared to surrender a significant portion of your console's hard drive.
 
Anthropic Says It Will Revolutionize Biology—Some Day - Wired Tue, 27 Oct 2026 19:39:04 GMT
In breathless press releases and posts, the company has touted its models’ ability to deliver scientific breakthroughs. But its IPO filing taps the brakes on just how fast its AI will lead to big discoveries.
 
Google begins certifying Registered App Stores for Android, but not in the US - ArsTechnica Tue, 27 Oct 2026 19:32:07 GMT
Easier app installs are coming to third-party stores, pending Google's stamp of approval.
 
Blizzard said it wouldn't sell real-money World of Warcraft housing items tied to player races. It lied. - Windows Central - Google Tue, 27 Oct 2026 19:32:00 GMT
Blizzard said it wouldn't sell real-money World of Warcraft housing items tied to player races. It lied. Windows Central
 
Ford’s Most Affordable EV Will Offer Built-in Bidirectional Home Charging - CNET Tue, 27 Oct 2026 19:31:21 GMT
The Fathom’s built-in inverter can keep the lights on in your home during an outage — not bad for under $30,000.
 
Secure keys strengthen protected military satellite communications - MIT Tue, 27 Oct 2026 19:00:00 GMT
Lincoln Laboratory’s new key-management architecture solves the dilemma of how to refresh cryptographic keys securely, quickly, and widely for U.S. forces.
 
Best Skylight Calendar Alternative on Sale: Save $100 on Everblog HomeCal (2026) - Wired Tue, 27 Oct 2026 18:51:17 GMT
The Everblog HomeCal delivers a similar experience, including a digital photo frame and meal planning at no extra cost.
 
Vibe genes? Natural(ish) language comes to protein, genome design software - ArsTechnica Tue, 27 Oct 2026 18:49:08 GMT
You can apparently now tell AI tools what sort of protein you want them to make.
 
Motorola Deal: Get a Free Smartwatch and Earbuds When You Buy a Razr - Wired Tue, 27 Oct 2026 18:41:41 GMT
The Razr is our favorite budget foldable phone. While it isn’t on sale yet, Motorola is adding extras to sweeten this October deal.
 
Last Week’s Critical PHP Warning Was the Tip of the Web Vulnerability Iceberg - CNET Tue, 27 Oct 2026 18:39:30 GMT
AI is finding new holes in the infrastructure of the internet. Is anyone around to patch them?
 
Hasbro Appoints Dungeons & Dragons VP As Next President Of Wizards Of The Coast - Star City Games - Google Tue, 27 Oct 2026 18:30:45 GMT
  1. Hasbro Appoints Dungeons & Dragons VP As Next President Of Wizards Of The Coast Star City Games
  2. Hasbro Names Dan Ayoub President of Wizards of the Coast & Hasbro Digital Games http://newsroom.hasbro.com/
  3. D&D Boss Officially Named Head of Wizards of the Coast Polygon.com
  4. Former Halo boss is now in charge of Wizards of the Coast and Hasbro Digital Games PC Gamer
  5. Hasbro (HAS) Could Be 18% Below Fair Value Following Wizards Leadership Change Yahoo Finance
 
This old Nokia phone got an AI Upgrade it was never designed for - Engadget Tue, 27 Oct 2026 18:30:00 GMT
The GOAT of dumb phones gets a new lease on life.
 
Anthropic Flags Gas Supply as One of Its Biggest Near-Term Risks - Wired Tue, 27 Oct 2026 18:20:28 GMT
The data center buildout could cause a massive increase in gas prices as companies scramble for limited supplies and infrastructure fails to meet demand.
 
Warner Bros. drops final trailer for Dune: Part Three - ArsTechnica Tue, 27 Oct 2026 18:05:55 GMT
"After years of combat, I've become the oppressor Chani had sworn to fight."
 
Shelley Duvall Is Still Horror Gaming’s Scream Queen - Kotaku - Google Tue, 27 Oct 2026 18:00:10 GMT
Shelley Duvall Is Still Horror Gaming’s Scream Queen Kotaku
 
Cowboy Space unveils 'Big Iron' rocket to launch 20,000 AI data centers - Space - Google Tue, 27 Oct 2026 18:00:00 GMT
  1. Cowboy Space unveils 'Big Iron' rocket to launch 20,000 AI data centers Space
  2. Cowboy Space unveils launch vehicle for deploying its orbital data center constellation SpaceNews
  3. Meet "Big Iron": Cowboy Space's new rocket Axios
  4. Cowboy Space Reveals Big Iron Data Center Rocket Payload Space
  5. Cowboy Space Details 'Big Iron' Launcher Plans Aviation Week
 
Early Black Friday Deals 2026 - Wired Tue, 27 Oct 2026 18:00:00 GMT
The early bird gets the worm. Here are the best Black Friday deals for 2026 you can already get right now.
 
Why buying a Mac mini over a MacBook might be the smarter move - Engadget Tue, 27 Oct 2026 18:00:00 GMT
Apple's smallest desktop delivers better performance and value for those willing to leave the laptop behind.
 
GTA 6 File Size Revealed, And It’s Massive - GameSpot - Google Tue, 27 Oct 2026 17:49:14 GMT
  1. GTA 6 File Size Revealed, And It’s Massive GameSpot
  2. A new 'GTA 6 Ultimate Edition' deal for the PS5 just dropped: How to save $15 with clever hack Mashable
  3. Watch the Official Grand Theft Auto VI Launch Trailer – Explore Leonida Before the Game Arrives November 19 XBOX Wire
  4. GTA VI Preload Time, Specs and Key Information Forbes
  5. Was 'GTA 6' really delayed again to 2027? USA Today
 
Twelve South launches new Airfly View dongle with built-in screen - 9to5Mac - Google Tue, 27 Oct 2026 17:34:00 GMT
  1. Twelve South launches new Airfly View dongle with built-in screen 9to5Mac
  2. Twelve South Finally Added a Screen to its Airfly Wireless Headphone Dongle WSJ
  3. AirFly’s wireless headphone dongle adds a screen to guide you through the pairing process The Verge
  4. I never fly without this tiny travel gadget, and it just got a major upgrade USA TODAY 10BEST
  5. The Perfect Travel Gadget for Your AirPods Just Got Even Better Gear Patrol
 
DoorDash reportedly in talks to acquire Instacart in $17 billion deal - TechSpot Tue, 27 Oct 2026 17:29:00 GMT

Instacart was also recently tied to acquisition rumors with Uber, but sources say those talks are no longer active. It is unclear if Uber would try again if DoorDash comes up short.

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New Cyberpunk 2077 PS5 Patch Is Great News If You're Argentinian, CDPR Clarifies Update - Push Square - Google Tue, 27 Oct 2026 17:15:00 GMT
  1. New Cyberpunk 2077 PS5 Patch Is Great News If You're Argentinian, CDPR Clarifies Update Push Square
  2. Cyberpunk 2077's Edgerunners 2 Update (2.5) is out now! cyberpunk.net
  3. 10 Things I Wish I Knew When I Started ‘Cyberpunk 2077’ (Update 2.5 Edition) Forbes
  4. Cyberpunk 2077 2.5 players can turn all cars into a Tesla Roadster with unreal mod GAMINGbible
  5. Cyberpunk 2077 Hotfix 2.500.200 Released on October 27 MP1st
 
Quince’s Merino Wool Tee Doesn’t Cost a Fortune - Wired Tue, 27 Oct 2026 17:12:04 GMT
Merino wool is a super fiber, and Quince’s all-season tee is the perfect way to try it out without spending a fortune.
 
Maxime Penaud talks about winning the Slayer Sword - Warhammer Community - Google Tue, 27 Oct 2026 17:01:16 GMT
  1. Maxime Penaud talks about winning the Slayer Sword Warhammer Community
  2. The Warhammer team presented the works of the winners of the “Golden Demon 2026 – SPIEL Essen” miniature painting competition iXBT.games
  3. Golden Demon 2026 winners revealed at SPIEL Essen Warhammer Community
 
Where Did Your Mouse Come From? - Hack a Day Tue, 27 Oct 2026 17:00:23 GMT
Many readers will be familiar with Douglas Englebart’s 1968 so-called “Mother of All Demos”, in which he described many of the devices and technologies we would be using two or …read more
 
World of Warcraft Forever Opts for a Slower Update Schedule Than Retail's 8-Week Patch Cycle - IGN - Google Tue, 27 Oct 2026 17:00:00 GMT
  1. World of Warcraft Forever Opts for a Slower Update Schedule Than Retail's 8-Week Patch Cycle IGN
  2. I Spied on the WoW: Forever Beta as an Invisible God with the Blizzard Devs Who Made It Polygon.com
  3. WoW Forever’s Leveling Zones: Riverglades, Shen’dralas and Hyjal eXputer.com
  4. WoW Forever player housing teased by Blizzard, studio discusses 'beer and pretzels' design philosophy TweakTown
  5. WoW Forever Reveals New Raid Plans and Classic Dungeon Design Philosophy MMOEXP
 
The Super Mouse puts a touchscreen macro pad under your hand - The Verge - Google Tue, 27 Oct 2026 17:00:00 GMT
  1. The Super Mouse puts a touchscreen macro pad under your hand The Verge
  2. This Mouse Has a Built-In Touchscreen and Customizable App Controls PetaPixel
  3. Arctic Fox's Super Mouse Packs a 3.1-Inch Touchscreen, Voice Typing and a Gyro, Backable at $199 BigGo Finance
  4. Super Mouse Puts A Touchscreen And Shortcuts Under Your Mouse Hand GameSpace.com
  5. Arctic Fox Unveils Super Mouse with a 3.1-Inch Touchscreen and AI Integration freeyork
 
Pokémon Unite is shutting down - Engadget Tue, 27 Oct 2026 16:57:44 GMT
Its journey ends in March 2027.
 
Warhammer Day – Chaos Champions through the ages - Warhammer Community - Google Tue, 27 Oct 2026 16:56:25 GMT
Warhammer Day – Chaos Champions through the ages Warhammer Community
 
Epic Games Discovers That It Doesn't Like AI When People Use It to Rip Off Its Own Products - Futurism - Google Tue, 27 Oct 2026 16:46:30 GMT
  1. Epic Games Discovers That It Doesn't Like AI When People Use It to Rip Off Its Own Products Futurism
  2. Gamers using AI to put popular titles like Halo and GTA online for free — as companies scramble to shut them down Yahoo Tech
  3. AI slop is taking over the retro PC port scene, but these 4 Zelda projects remind me how good it still is XDA
  4. Microsoft And Epic Games Suddenly Agree That AI Is Theft Kotaku
  5. Decompilation: The mod slopification of video games Daily Journal
 
Why does the FCC hate Minions routers? - Engadget Tue, 27 Oct 2026 16:45:00 GMT
These themed routers are surprisingly (inexplicably) capable, but they are under threat by the FCC.
 
Everything Apple Announced This Week So Far: New iPad And MacBooks - Engadget - Google Tue, 27 Oct 2026 16:35:20 GMT
  1. Everything Apple Announced This Week So Far: New iPad And MacBooks Engadget
  2. Apple Debuts $699 Water-Resistant iPad Mini With OLED Screen Bloomberg
  3. Apple gives iPad mini its biggest update ever Apple
  4. Apple updates the iPad Mini with a larger OLED display The Verge
  5. 4 Powerful Android Tablets To Buy Instead Of The New OLED iPad Mini BGR
 
A 28-Year-Old DOGE Operative Gutted USAID. HR Had No Record of Him Working There - Wired Tue, 27 Oct 2026 16:24:34 GMT
Despite the agency's human resources department saying he hadn’t even been onboarded, Jeremy Lewin oversaw the destruction of USAID. It’s not clear he had the legal authority to do so.
 
Apple Creator Studio update adds MotionVFX to Final Cut, and AI to everywhere - Engadget Tue, 27 Oct 2026 16:21:44 GMT
Final Cut clips can finally be unlocked from the primary timeline - hallelujah.
 
Ford simplifies using your EV as a home battery with the $30K Fathom - ArsTechnica Tue, 27 Oct 2026 16:17:58 GMT
The Fathom pickup won’t need a wall-mounted inverter to output 10 kW to your house.
 
Apple refreshes 14-inch MacBook Pro with M6 chip and faster wireless - TechSpot Tue, 27 Oct 2026 16:16:00 GMT

The M6 features two additional CPU and GPU cores compared to the previous M5. According to Apple, the GPU delivers up to 30% faster graphics performance and 25% faster on-device AI performance.

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Apple iPhone Duo vs Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold: The differences beyond foldable style - Engadget Tue, 27 Oct 2026 16:15:00 GMT
With the iPhone Duo now in people's hands, how does it compare to Google's Pixel 11 Pro Fold?
 
CISA Offers Two Free Tools to Detect Security Misconfigurations in Microsoft 365 and Google Workspace - CyberSecurityNews - Google Tue, 27 Oct 2026 16:07:47 GMT
CISA Offers Two Free Tools to Detect Security Misconfigurations in Microsoft 365 and Google Workspace CyberSecurityNews
 
DeepMind unveils Genie 4 world model promising more realistic physics and humans - ArsTechnica Tue, 27 Oct 2026 16:00:22 GMT
Genie 4 will roll out to developers and Google AI Ultra subscribers soon.
 
Google’s next Genie AI model generates more realistic experiences - The Verge - Google Tue, 27 Oct 2026 16:00:00 GMT
  1. Google’s next Genie AI model generates more realistic experiences The Verge
  2. Genie 4: A new generation of world simulation Google DeepMind
  3. Google Upgrades AI World Model That Rattled Video Game Stocks Bloomberg
  4. DeepMind unveils Genie 4 world model promising more realistic physics and humans Ars Technica
  5. Google’s Genie 4 world model adds audio, more realistic worlds, and real-time steering TechCrunch
 
Samsung confirms One UI 9 update is coming to these Galaxy phones and tablets - Android Police - Google Tue, 27 Oct 2026 15:56:11 GMT
  1. Samsung confirms One UI 9 update is coming to these Galaxy phones and tablets Android Police
  2. One UI 9 Release Date: Android 17 Lands On More Samsung Phones Forbes
  3. Here are the latest Samsung Galaxy phones getting Android 17 updates 9to5Google
  4. Samsung's One UI 9 update has me rethinking my Galaxy phone habits (for the better) How-To Geek
  5. One UI 9 update brings loads of new features to Galaxy F70 Pro SamMobile
 
From cheap tool to premium subscription: When a beloved app's price skyrockets - ArsTechnica Tue, 27 Oct 2026 15:50:19 GMT
Huge price hikes force loyal users to reconsider their favorite apps.
 
You can finally see who's talking in voice chat on PlayStation 5 — here's how - Engadget Tue, 27 Oct 2026 15:45:00 GMT
You don't have to guess who's loudly eating chips in your PlayStation 5 party anymore - now you can see who's speaking in real-time.
 
Apple’s latest AirTag is the cheapest it’s ever been - The Verge - Google Tue, 27 Oct 2026 15:34:16 GMT
  1. Apple’s latest AirTag is the cheapest it’s ever been The Verge
  2. 2nd-gen Apple AirTags are at their lowest price ever (yes, even lower than Prime Day) NBC News
  3. Apple’s latest AirTag 2 tracker just fell to a new all-time low price of $23 CNN
  4. Why Buy One AirTag When You Can Get a 4-Pack of Ugreen FineTrack Bluetooth Trackers for Less Than the Price of One? Kotaku
  5. The new AirTag has never been this cheap Macworld
 
Vivo's X500 Pro Max Is Another Camera-Focused Smartphone With More Video Tricks - Engadget - Google Tue, 27 Oct 2026 15:30:00 GMT
  1. Vivo's X500 Pro Max Is Another Camera-Focused Smartphone With More Video Tricks Engadget
  2. Vivo X500 Pro Max review: holy camera! PhoneArena
  3. Here's when the vivo X500 series could launch in India - GSMArena.com news GSMArena.com
  4. Vivo’s X500 series launches globally with MediaTek chips and insane cameras 9to5Google
  5. Vivo X500s may appear in first leak with 2K 144Hz display Mezha.net
 
Vivo's X500 Pro Max is another camera-focused smartphone with more video tricks - Engadget Tue, 27 Oct 2026 15:30:00 GMT
Vivo and Oppo are launching similar phones with different priorities.
 
The NBA is the third major US league to partner with both Kalshi and Polymarket - TechSpot Tue, 27 Oct 2026 15:29:00 GMT

The NBA said the multi-year deals would help establish a data-sharing framework to root out insider betting and other forms of corruption that have rocked the league on multiple occasions. These incidents have resulted in suspensions and federal indictments involving several prominent players and coaches, including Chauncey Billups, Terry Rozier,...

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UK Home Office May Face Investigation Over Use of OpenAI Tech - Wired Tue, 27 Oct 2026 15:10:26 GMT
A government watchdog is considering a probe into the Home Office’s use of ChatGPT technology to process asylum claims amid concerns over the tools’ accuracy and secrecy surrounding their use.
 
Exclusive: Meta director Rohit Patel departs after 8 years to take on Microsoft Office Suite - TechCrunch - Google Tue, 27 Oct 2026 14:59:09 GMT
  1. Exclusive: Meta director Rohit Patel departs after 8 years to take on Microsoft Office Suite TechCrunch
  2. Ex Meta AI Director Leaves Big Tech to Build a Microsoft Office Killer Android Headlines
  3. Meta AI Director Rohit Patel steps down to launch AI office suite ndoc.ai Adgully
  4. Ex-Meta AI director launches Ndoc, an AI-native... Pluang
  5. Indian American ex-Meta AI director Rohit Patel launches startup to challenge Microsoft, Google The American Bazaar
 
After experimenting with a PvE mode, Arc Raiders studio Embark says it’s figuring out whether to bring it back permanently - Video Games Chronicle - Google Tue, 27 Oct 2026 14:53:11 GMT
  1. After experimenting with a PvE mode, Arc Raiders studio Embark says it’s figuring out whether to bring it back permanently Video Games Chronicle
  2. ARC Raiders Dev on Potential PvE Mode Future: The Challenge Is Not “Undermining the Premise of the Game” MP1st
  3. Arc Raiders lead says PvE test proves the game can “support more” modes, but they’re worried about “undermining the premise of the game” FRVR
  4. Arc Raiders Developer Still Split on Permanent PvE Mode After Divisive Test TechPowerUp
  5. ARC Raiders Devs Struggle to Implement PvE Without Undermining PvP DualShockers
 
AI safety expert stops saving for retirement, he believes AI could wipe out humanity within a decade - TechSpot Tue, 27 Oct 2026 14:44:00 GMT

Nate Soares, the president of the Machine Intelligence Research Institute (MIRI), revealed his pessimistic choice to The Atlantic CEO Nicholas Thompson in a recent interview for the latter's The Most Interesting Thing in AI series.

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How Bad Is That Bridge: A Government Database - Hack a Day Tue, 27 Oct 2026 14:40:49 GMT
Bridges! We kind of expect them to just be there and do their job, ad infinitum. They are built into the landscape, and we often take them and the routes …read more
 
Free-To-Play MOBA Pokémon Unite Is Shutting Down In March - Game Informer - Google Tue, 27 Oct 2026 14:38:00 GMT
  1. Free-To-Play MOBA Pokémon Unite Is Shutting Down In March Game Informer
  2. Special Event and Library Feature Added to Pokémon UNITE Pokemon.com
  3. Pokémon UNITE to Shut Down on March 23, 2027 Crunchyroll
  4. Pokemon Unite to Be Taken Offline in 2027, In-Game Sales Suspended Immediately IGN
  5. Pokémon Unite Is Shutting Down Engadget
 
Apple iPhone Duo review: Two screens, two experiences, two thousand dollars - ArsTechnica Tue, 27 Oct 2026 14:20:26 GMT
I respect Apple's first crack at a foldable phone, but I'm not sure I like it.
 
Modders unlock hidden AI power on Nvidia RTX 20, 30, and 40 series GPUs, nearly doubling some benchmarks - TechSpot Tue, 27 Oct 2026 14:07:00 GMT

The limit lives in the tensor cores. When they multiply FP16 or BF16 numbers and add up the results in higher-precision FP32, GeForce cards issue those instructions at half the rate of the FP16-accumulate mode. That FP32 mode is the one most training and plenty of inference actually rely on....

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Some iPhone Duo screens are already failing, Apple says only a "small number" are affected - ArsTechnica Tue, 27 Oct 2026 14:00:49 GMT
Apple's "precision-engineered" hinge is apparently damaging some iPhone Duo screens.
 
Nintendo Indie World Showcase Announced For Tomorrow, 28th October 2026 - Nintendo Life - Google Tue, 27 Oct 2026 13:58:00 GMT
  1. Nintendo Indie World Showcase Announced For Tomorrow, 28th October 2026 Nintendo Life
  2. 15-Mintute Nintendo Indie World Showcase Announced For Tomorrow Morning, October 28 Game Informer
  3. Nintendo Announces Surprise New Games Showcase Coming Oct. 28 Polygon.com
  4. Talking Point: Nintendo Indie World Predictions - What Do You Hope To See? Nintendo Life
  5. Nintendo Indie World Showcase Shows Switch and Switch 2 Games Tomorrow Siliconera
 
Apple rolls out iOS 27.2 with new Siri AI languages and security fixes - TechCrunch - Google Tue, 27 Oct 2026 13:54:51 GMT
  1. Apple rolls out iOS 27.2 with new Siri AI languages and security fixes TechCrunch
  2. Apple officially rolls out iOS 27.2. Here's what's new Mashable
  3. iOS 27.2 Brings Two New Features To Apple's CarPlay Engadget
  4. Apple releases iOS and macOS 27.2 with new Siri AI features, new Music logo Ars Technica
  5. iPhone Duo now supports Apple Pencil with iOS 27.2 The Verge
 
In California's Night Sky, 'Blinding' Daylight - Newser - Google Tue, 27 Oct 2026 13:49:00 GMT
  1. In California's Night Sky, 'Blinding' Daylight Newser
  2. Sunlight at night: US startup’s demonstration of lighting Earth from space draws criticism The Guardian
  3. A Satellite Company Tests “Sunlight As A Service” — Without Astronomers’ Knowledge Sky & Telescope
  4. US-Based Startup Faces Backlash For Testing Nighttime Sunlight: "Idiotic Project" NDTV
  5. An American startup wants to sell sunlight after dark. Who gets a say? Phys.org
 
Meta gets $3 billion from Nvidia, team up to make Muse AI faster and cheaper to run - TechSpot Tue, 27 Oct 2026 13:41:00 GMT

When Meta announced its stock offering yesterday, it was reported that Nvidia, AMD, and Broadcom had indicated interest in buying up to $5 billion worth of the company's shares collectively. The world's largest company by market cap has now confirmed its contribution.

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Apple Updates Creator Studio With New Tools and AI Features - MacRumors - Google Tue, 27 Oct 2026 13:36:17 GMT
  1. Apple Updates Creator Studio With New Tools and AI Features MacRumors
  2. Apple Creator Studio adds powerful new AI features and even more creative tools Apple
  3. Apple Creator Studio Update Announced – MotionVFX in Final Cut Pro, Generate Fill, Cinematic Mode Encoding CineD
  4. Apple is adding an AI chatbot to Pages, Keynote, and Numbers The Verge
  5. Apple debuts new musically-inclined AI assistant for creators Mashable
 
Sculpture re-creates odd optical effects of famed Lycurgus Cup - ArsTechnica Tue, 27 Oct 2026 13:32:35 GMT
University of Sheffield researchers figured out how to re-create the 1,600-year-old glass recipe.
 
UK Politician Jess Asato Got Deepfaked. Now She’s Taking xAI to Court - Wired Tue, 27 Oct 2026 13:29:41 GMT
Jess Asato’s public campaigning for victims of online abuse put her in the crosshairs of Grok’s deepfake scandal. Then the UK member of parliament became a victim of the abuse herself.
 
US officials want Section 702 renewed before damaging court ruling goes public - ArsTechnica Tue, 27 Oct 2026 13:22:16 GMT
Senators say officials hid a ruling on warrantless searches past its release deadline.
 
Phantom Blade Zero is asking players to free up 300GB of space for pre-loading, double its actual 145GB file size - Eurogamer.net - Google Tue, 27 Oct 2026 13:06:03 GMT
  1. Phantom Blade Zero is asking players to free up 300GB of space for pre-loading, double its actual 145GB file size Eurogamer.net
  2. Phantom Blade Zero Review: Wuxian Wonder Abounds Game Informer
  3. Phantom Blade Zero’s Combat Is So Good, You Won’t Care The Story Makes No Sense GameSpot
  4. Phantom Blade Zero PC Performance Benchmarks – Fast-Paced Wuxia That Looks Phenomenal In Path Tracing & Boosted By NVIDIA RTX Tech Wccftech
  5. The ‘Phantom Blade Zero’ Metacritic Review Score Is In, One Of The Best Of 2026 Forbes
 
Microsoft is offering voluntary buyouts to about 60,000 employees, a quarter of the company - TechSpot Tue, 27 Oct 2026 13:06:00 GMT

Microsoft recently announced a new voluntary exit offer for employees at level 70 and below in certain countries. Sources told CNBC that this group includes about 60,000 workers, a substantial increase in scope compared with the buyout offers that began in April.

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Intel Arc Pro B70 prices more than double in US, now listed for up to $2,400 - VideoCardz.com - Google Tue, 27 Oct 2026 12:40:07 GMT
  1. Intel Arc Pro B70 prices more than double in US, now listed for up to $2,400 VideoCardz.com
  2. Official: ASUS Prices Its New 32GB Battlemage AI Accelerator at €1,799 Root-Nation.com
  3. ASUS's first Intel Arc GPU goes on sale, the workstation UGen Arc Pro B70 32GB TweakTown
  4. ASUS Announces UGen Intel Arc Pro B70 32GB AI Accelerator Cards ASUS Pressroom
  5. ASUS Launches Intel Arc Pro B70 GPU With Eye-Watering Price Tag To Rival NVIDIA RTX 5090 ChannelNews.com.au
 
Fujifilm’s Instax Mini Evo 2 adds a touchscreen and video recording - The Verge - Google Tue, 27 Oct 2026 12:31:33 GMT
  1. Fujifilm’s Instax Mini Evo 2 adds a touchscreen and video recording The Verge
  2. Instax Mini Evo 2 Review: Retro Vibes, Analog Photos, Digital Camera CNET
  3. The Instax Mini Evo 2 feels like a cross between a film camera and a smartphone – and it's fantastic Digital Camera World
  4. In photos: Fujifilm reveals new instant cameras in Tokyo - All Photos UPI.com
  5. Fujifilm’s New Instant Camera Records 4 Seconds of Video Before You Press the Shutter Gizmodo
 
Intel's leaked 28-core Nova Lake CPU beats the Core Ultra 9 285K and Ryzen 9 9950X3D in single-thread testing - TechSpot Tue, 27 Oct 2026 12:18:00 GMT

A VideoCardz reader found the entries through PerformanceTest 11.1's Manage Baselines feature. Listed as "Intel 0000," the processors appear in submissions dating back to September.

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I tried Windows 11’s customizable right-click menu – and it’s a much-needed change - ZDNET - Google Tue, 27 Oct 2026 12:17:55 GMT
  1. I tried Windows 11’s customizable right-click menu – and it’s a much-needed change ZDNET
  2. I wanted Windows 11 to stop opening Bing for a speed test, and Microsoft is fixing it Windows Central
  3. Windows 11’s New Speed Test Skips the Browser — Here’s How It Works TechRepublic
  4. Microsoft Brings Its Customizable File Explorer Context Menu to Windows 11 Beta Insiders TechPowerUp
  5. Windows Insider previews add built-in internet speed test heise online
 
'Our Immediate Priority Is to Secure Our Systems' — Kingdom Come: Deliverance Developer Hit by 'Serious' Cybersecurity Incident - IGN - Google Tue, 27 Oct 2026 11:35:35 GMT
  1. 'Our Immediate Priority Is to Secure Our Systems' — Kingdom Come: Deliverance Developer Hit by 'Serious' Cybersecurity Incident IGN
  2. Warhorse Studios hit by cyberattack, company systems and data affected GamesIndustry.biz
  3. Lord Of The Rings RPG Game Studio Hit By ‘Serious’ Cyberattack As The Internet Continues Breaking Kotaku
  4. Hackers breached the creators of Kingdom Come: Deliverance — Warhorse commented on the incident iXBT.games
  5. Warhorse Studios Cyberattack: 5 Open Questions [2026] https://tech-insider.org/
 
Sony's next PlayStation handheld may get exclusive access to AMD's mobile RDNA 5 - TechSpot Tue, 27 Oct 2026 11:34:00 GMT

According to Digital Foundry, Sony might have some kind of exclusive access to the mobile variant of AMD's upcoming RDNA 5 architecture. The nature of that exclusivity remains unclear, however. Sony and AMD may have a formal deal, or Sony may simply be the only manufacturer able to justify a...

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Fitbit Edge reviews: A return to simpler fitness tracking - TechSpot Tue, 27 Oct 2026 11:22:00 GMT
Google's $179 Fitbit Edge has landed to positive reviews for its design, AMOLED display, accurate fitness tracking, built-in GPS, and week-long battery life. Reviewers are praising its simplicity and comfortable fit, positioning it as an alternative to smartwatches.
 
SIMD-accelerated Machine Vision on an ESP32-S3 - Hack a Day Tue, 27 Oct 2026 11:00:12 GMT
Recently [shraiwi] decided to have a bit of good nerdy fun and implement the FAST machine vision algorithm on an ESP32-S3 using its SIMD ISA. This involves using the assembly …read more
 
AI Agents Are Media’s New Favorite Audience - Wired Tue, 27 Oct 2026 11:00:00 GMT
As agents go mainstream, some publishers are hoping that people will pay for content tailor-made for AI—not humans.
 
NASA’s Oldest Martian Spacecraft Have Been Running for Decades. Here’s How - Wired Tue, 27 Oct 2026 10:45:00 GMT
Two orbiters have long outlasted their expected lifespans and completely reshaped our understanding of the Red Planet, all while operating 140 million miles from Earth.
 
Instagram Is a Streaming Service Now - Wired Tue, 27 Oct 2026 10:30:00 GMT
Instagram’s long-form video update is more than a swipe at YouTube. It’s an attempt to capture the clip economy.
 
Massive Groups of Volunteers Are Ready to Face Down ICE at the Polls - Wired Tue, 27 Oct 2026 10:15:00 GMT
From heat maps to Signal chats to war rooms, volunteers across the US are ready to act if federal immigration agents show up on Election Day.
 
How to Hide Your Baby From the Government - Wired Tue, 27 Oct 2026 10:00:00 GMT
“Sovereign citizens” think they can live beyond the reach of the state. Now the movement has influencers—and they’re selling all sorts of anarchist courses to expectant families.
 
Is an Under-Sink Reverse Osmosis System Worth It? Benefits, Costs, and Drawbacks - Wired Tue, 27 Oct 2026 09:35:00 GMT
The Waterdrop X12 improved the taste of my tap water, but reverse osmosis comes with costs beyond the purchase price.
 
I Tested Every Major AI Agent for a Day. Here’s the Best One - Wired Tue, 27 Oct 2026 09:30:00 GMT
I ranked six AI agents—from Meta’s Muse to Anthropic’s Claude Duet—on how well they completed basic tasks.
 
I Tested Every Major AI Agent for a Day. Here’s the Best One - WIRED - Google Tue, 27 Oct 2026 09:30:00 GMT
  1. I Tested Every Major AI Agent for a Day. Here’s the Best One WIRED
  2. I put Muse, Dot, and Instinct to the test. There was a clear winner, but not because it worked best. Business Insider
 
Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced's final major update adds long-awaited New Game Plus, new Nightmare difficulty and much more - Eurogamer.net - Google Tue, 27 Oct 2026 09:18:45 GMT
  1. Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced's final major update adds long-awaited New Game Plus, new Nightmare difficulty and much more Eurogamer.net
  2. AC Black Flag Resynced Title Update 1.0.8 - Patch Notes Ubisoft
  3. Assassin's Creed: Black Flag Resynced Gets New Game+ Mode In Final Major Update Pure Xbox
  4. Ubisoft Bids Farewell to Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced, Yet Final 1.0.8 Patch’s Nightmare Mode Makes It Exit in Style Wccftech
  5. Assassin's Creed: Ubisoft will discuss the future of the series on October 29 Instant Gaming News
 
Wanted: Robot-Dog Walkers. $20/Hour. - The New York Times - Google Tue, 27 Oct 2026 09:03:03 GMT
  1. Wanted: Robot-Dog Walkers. $20/Hour. The New York Times
  2. San Francisco Is Looking For Robot-Dog Walkers For $20 An Hour Gadget Review
  3. "Please Walk My Robot Dog" for $20 an Hour: Unusual Job Posting Draws Attention news.sbs.co.kr
  4. Robot dogs were supposed to help humans. Now humans are being asked to babysit them Digital Trends
 
Did the Hardest Problem in A.I. Just Get Much Easier? - The New York Times - Google Tue, 27 Oct 2026 09:03:00 GMT
  1. Did the Hardest Problem in A.I. Just Get Much Easier? The New York Times
  2. AI models may not be so opaque after all The Economist
  3. Is AI Really a Black Box? Neural Networks May Be Easier to Understand Than We Thought SingularityHub
  4. Is This Study Comparable to the Seminal Foundational Paper of Transformer? Groundbreaking Research Ignites Heated Debates in the Global AI Community 36Kr
  5. Good news about AI is “a major moment in scientific history” Denison Forum
 
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.
 
Rivian Halloween Update Turns R1, R2 Into Ghostbusting EVs Through Nov. 2 - CNET Tue, 27 Oct 2026 00:00:35 GMT
The over-the-air update adds themed lights, sounds, a scavenger hunt and a parked-only arcade game.
 
[Hands-On] Comfort, Convenience, and More: A Day With Galaxy Buds On - samsung.com - Google Mon, 26 Oct 2026 23:00:00 GMT
  1. [Hands-On] Comfort, Convenience, and More: A Day With Galaxy Buds On samsung.com
  2. Galaxy Buds On Europe Launch Timeline and Pricing Leak via Retailers SammyGuru
  3. Samsung's New Galaxy Buds On Are Earbuds That Don't Actually Enter Your Ear BGR
  4. Samsung's first open-ear earbuds, Galaxy Buds On, arrive with Gemini Live Neowin
  5. Galaxy Buds On are now available for purchase in Korea SamMobile
 
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.
 
Grok Says Its AI-Generated Version of ‘The Odyssey’ Is ‘Not Historically Accurate’ - Wired Mon, 26 Oct 2026 22:40:37 GMT
Months after Elon Musk declared that the xAI model would outclass Christopher Nolan’s mythological epic, the bot itself admitted defeat.
 
Microsoft offers to buy out a quarter of its workforce - ArsTechnica Mon, 26 Oct 2026 22:36:06 GMT
Employees in the US, Canada, India, and the UK may receive offers to leave MS today.
 
Walter Koenig, Star Trek’s Original Chekov, Dies at 90: ‘He Loved You Too’ - CNET Mon, 26 Oct 2026 22:27:28 GMT
Raise a glass of “wodka” to the Enterprise’s navigator. The actor not only starred in the original series, but in all six original-cast movies.
 
The AI boom is happening at seven companies, the rest of the S&P 500 isn't seeing it - TechSpot Mon, 26 Oct 2026 22:22:00 GMT

According to Slok's Daily Spark note, AI has so far delivered zero financial payoff to corporate America outside of tech, despite the massive amount of money and hype surrounding the latest advancements in large language model research.

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Apple’s ‘Pro and Tell’ Event: Everything Announced So Far This Week - CNET Mon, 26 Oct 2026 22:21:38 GMT
It’s another big week for Apple, with a new iPad Mini, MacBook Pro and iMac, and more yet to come.
 
Apple addressed at least 329 unique security vulnerabilities across today’s system updates - 9to5Mac - Google Mon, 26 Oct 2026 21:56:00 GMT
  1. Apple addressed at least 329 unique security vulnerabilities across today’s system updates 9to5Mac
  2. iOS, macOS 27.2 Patch 286 Bugs; Fix for Exploited Flaw Backported to iOS 18 SecurityWeek
  3. Apple Backports Fix for Exploited CoreGraphics Flaw to Older iPhones and iPads The Hacker News
  4. Apple backports CoreGraphics zero-day patches to older iPhones BleepingComputer
  5. Apple Fixes Possibly Exploited CoreGraphics Flaw on Older iPhones MacRumors
 
AI Killed the Homework Era - CNET Mon, 26 Oct 2026 21:55:33 GMT
Commentary: And it could mean the massacre of grading in general.
 
GTA 6's Release Has Led to a Notable Spike in Time Off Requests, According to New Data - IGN - Google Mon, 26 Oct 2026 21:42:50 GMT
  1. GTA 6's Release Has Led to a Notable Spike in Time Off Requests, According to New Data IGN
  2. PTO requests surge as 'Grand Theft Auto VI' release date approaches, reports say 10TV
  3. 'GTA 6' could cause $1 billion sick day as 1.5 million estimated to skip work: reports FOX 29 Philadelphia
  4. Grand Theft Auto fans are already calling off from work ahead of GTA6 release NPR
  5. GTA VI probably won't cost the U.S. economy $1 billion—and economists say it wouldn't matter if it did Fortune
 
Rare Insight into PS5 Sales Pattern Reveals Significant Wolverine Bump - Push Square - Google Mon, 26 Oct 2026 21:30:00 GMT
  1. Rare Insight into PS5 Sales Pattern Reveals Significant Wolverine Bump Push Square
  2. ‘Grand Theft Auto VI’ Fuels 22% Jump in Sony PlayStation 5 Sales Bloomberg.com
  3. “Marvel’s Wolverine” Topped Game Sales Chart Dark Horizons
  4. Ahead of GTA 6, PlayStation 5 Sales Were Up 22%, Likely Due To Wolverine IGN
  5. There’s Good News And Bad News About Video Game Sales In September 2026 Kotaku
 
Why Anthropic’s IPO Prospectus Is Missing So Many Key Figures - Wired Mon, 26 Oct 2026 21:27:15 GMT
Anthropic’s S-1 filing is hundreds of pages long—and it leaves out quite a few financial details. “Anthropic owes investors more information,” one analyst tells WIRED.
 
From iPhone Duo to Mac, Craft shows what a native productivity app can do - 9to5Mac - Google Mon, 26 Oct 2026 21:26:00 GMT
  1. From iPhone Duo to Mac, Craft shows what a native productivity app can do 9to5Mac
  2. 7 iPhone Duo Apps That Take Full Advantage of the New Foldable Phone CNET
  3. Developers bring incredible new app experiences to iPhone Duo Apple
  4. Making a Mobile Experience That Moves With You Is Just the Beginning About Netflix
  5. Adam Mosseri admits Instagram on the iPhone Duo needs some work. The Verge
 
iPhone AI Images and Edits Now Have a Hidden Watermark - MacRumors - Google Mon, 26 Oct 2026 21:15:02 GMT
  1. iPhone AI Images and Edits Now Have a Hidden Watermark MacRumors
  2. Google SynthID Detector Simplifies Watermark Detection and Expands Support to Other AI Providers infoq.com
  3. iOS 27.2 adds hidden SynthID watermark to AI images Yahoo Tech
  4. Google updates AI detector after Full Fact investigation finds it flagging apparently real images Full Fact
  5. How to Use Google’s SynthID Detector Website to Spot AI Media Tech My Money
 
Are We All Maxxed Out? Dictionary.com Names ‘Maxxing’ Its 2026 Word of the Year - CNET Mon, 26 Oct 2026 20:59:20 GMT
Data center and unc were on the shortlist of words considered for the tribute.
 
Chrome 156 for Googlebook rolling out with 14 updates across sites, shortcuts, more - 9to5Google - Google Mon, 26 Oct 2026 20:58:00 GMT
  1. Chrome 156 for Googlebook rolling out with 14 updates across sites, shortcuts, more 9to5Google
  2. Googlebooks are getting another much-needed round of repairs, this time with Chrome Android Authority
  3. Memory Bugs Account for Most of Chrome’s 353 New Security Fixes SecurityWeek
  4. Googlebook OS update adds Samsung Galaxy support and more heise online
  5. Google Chrome users on Windows, Mac and Linux warned of critical vulnerabilities by CERT-In Moneycontrol.com
 
OpenAI Has a Surprising Defense Against Election Deepfakes - CNET Mon, 26 Oct 2026 20:43:49 GMT
ChatGPT is cracking down on photorealistic, political deepfakes ahead of next week’s US midterm elections.
 
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.
 
Microsoft’s Massive Employee Buyout Shows How AI Is Reshaping the Economy - CNET Mon, 26 Oct 2026 20:29:55 GMT
The company is offering a voluntary exit to 60,000 eligible employees while betting billions on the AI infrastructure buildout.
 
Best Dyson Vacuum Deals for Dyson Week 2026 - Wired Mon, 26 Oct 2026 20:28:30 GMT
The powerful Dyson V16 Piston Animal and other Dyson vacuums and tools are discounted until Halloween.
 
Worms mate in man's eyes, get plucked out right before larvae burst out - ArsTechnica Mon, 26 Oct 2026 20:27:00 GMT
Case study gives a whole new meaning to "bedroom eyes."
 
Anthropic files to go public, and it could be the biggest IPO ever - TechSpot Mon, 26 Oct 2026 20:17:00 GMT

Anthropic's filing opens with a letter in which the co-founders say they believe "AI is one of the most consequential technologies in human history." The rest of the 300-plus page document tries to back that claim up with numbers, while also spelling out, at unusual length, how things could go...

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Meet the real-life Scottish surgeon who inspired Sherlock Holmes - ArsTechnica Mon, 26 Oct 2026 20:15:07 GMT
Lindsey Fitzharris chats with Ars about her new book, Sleuth-Hound: The Case of the Real Sherlock Holmes.
 
Anker’s Halloween Sale Takes 20% Off Our Favorite Chargers and Power Banks - Wired Mon, 26 Oct 2026 20:13:46 GMT
Avoid the scariest thing this Halloween (your phone at 1 percent) with Anker's 20 percent off sale on all charging gear.
 
Tiny11 developer squeezes Windows 11 onto a 700MB CD - TechSpot Mon, 26 Oct 2026 20:05:00 GMT
NTDEV, the creator of tiny11, has pushed Windows 11 slimming to the extreme with pico11, an experimental build that fits on a standard CD while retaining a working desktop and basic apps. It uses just 883MB of RAM in testing, but sacrifices Windows Update and servicing. The developer plans to bring pico11's aggressive trimming capabilities to tiny11 builder.
 
Apple releases iOS and macOS 27.2 with new Siri AI features, new Music logo - ArsTechnica Mon, 26 Oct 2026 20:04:16 GMT
Included is the ability to limit which applications Siri can directly access.
 
Apple AirTags (2nd Gen) Are on Sale for 20% Off Right Now - Wired Mon, 26 Oct 2026 19:40:31 GMT
Track down your suitcase, car keys, and other essentials with this $23 Bluetooth tracker.
 
One violin lesson changes brain wave patterns as beginners learn to play - Medical Xpress - Google Mon, 26 Oct 2026 19:20:02 GMT
One violin lesson changes brain wave patterns as beginners learn to play Medical Xpress
 
Windows is preparing for Intel's biggest x86 change in years, but only Xeon chips will use it at first - TechSpot Mon, 26 Oct 2026 19:06:00 GMT

Windows enthusiast Xeno recently uncovered what could be one of the most interesting changes coming to future Windows releases. Microsoft's OS may soon offer an option to enable Advanced Performance Extensions (APX) support on compatible hardware, the self-described "Windows Insider since day one" said. In turn, APX could deliver a...

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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.
 
SteamOS 3.9.5 updates KDE Plasma, improves compatibility and device support - TechSpot Mon, 26 Oct 2026 18:50:00 GMT
SteamOS 3.9.5 brings an updated Arch Linux base, KDE Plasma 6.7.3, and Linux kernel 7.2. The update also improves compatibility with handheld gaming devices, introduces preliminary hibernation support, and reduces idle power consumption on Steam Deck.
 
Google Fitbit Edge Review: I Still Prefer the Air (2026) - Wired Mon, 26 Oct 2026 18:49:49 GMT
The Edge is a welcome upgrade for longtime Fitbit users, but the missing NFC technology is a puzzling regression.
 
Oppo Find X10 Pro Max Review: The Incredible Triple 200MP Cameras Are Only Half the Story - PetaPixel - Google Mon, 26 Oct 2026 18:31:47 GMT
  1. Oppo Find X10 Pro Max Review: The Incredible Triple 200MP Cameras Are Only Half the Story PetaPixel
  2. 100 MP selfie camera: how can the Galaxy S27 Ultra and the iPhone 20 Pro even match this rival? PhoneArena
  3. The world’s first triple 200-megapixel cameraphone is great The Verge
  4. Camera test: In Mallorca with what might be the best camera smartphone Notebookcheck
  5. The Oppo Find X10 Teases What We Could Have Had With OnePlus PCMag Middle East
 
Teardown reveals three theories for why iPhone Duo's screens keep cracking - TechSpot Mon, 26 Oct 2026 17:54:00 GMT

According to iFixit, the most plausible reason for the breakages is a malfunctioning central support bar inside the hinge. The bar is supposed to retract each time the phone closes, but it's likely failing to pull back far enough, which makes the curved part of the inner display press down...

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PHP Issues Second Windows Security Update in Five Days to Fix Brotli Code Execution Flaw - The Hacker News - Google Mon, 26 Oct 2026 17:45:00 GMT
  1. PHP Issues Second Windows Security Update in Five Days to Fix Brotli Code Execution Flaw The Hacker News
  2. CVE-2026-111497: Critical out-of-bounds write in the Node.js Brotli decoder Rapid7
  3. Node2Shell Brotli vuln (CVE-2026-111497) evolves to HTTP2Shell, as libraries and apps using HTTP are affected. Aikido Security
  4. Broccoli2shell: Everything You Need To Know About The Critical Brotli Decoder Vulnerability wiz.io
  5. Microsoft Issues Emergency Patch For Critical Google Algorithm Flaw Forbes
 
'Health Guardian' makes its way to Fitbit Air users with a subscription tag - Android Central - Google Mon, 26 Oct 2026 17:35:59 GMT
  1. 'Health Guardian' makes its way to Fitbit Air users with a subscription tag Android Central
  2. Google Health 5.11 rolling out with Fitbit Air Health Guardian, improved sleep tracking, & more 9to5Google
  3. Google Health Premium: Free vs. Paid Features – Worth Paying For? Droid Life
  4. Why this new Fitbit feature takes us one step closer to non-invasive glucose tracking ZDNET
  5. Your Fitbit can now recognise over 100 workouts Absolute Geeks
 
Apple's new iPad mini gets an OLED display, A20 Pro chip, and IP67 rating - TechSpot Mon, 26 Oct 2026 17:13:00 GMT

Apple says the A20 Pro in the new iPad mini offers up to 60% faster multi-threaded workload performance, up to 4.5x faster AI performance, and up to 2.7x faster graphics performance compared to the chip in the last-gen device.

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Live Now! Watch Us Fold the iPhone Duo Thousands of Times - CNET Mon, 26 Oct 2026 17:00:15 GMT
We’re using our in-house robot to open and close the iPhone Duo hundreds of thousands of times. Watch along and get your questions answered by CNET editors live.
 
Nintendo Switch 2 gets its first list of Xbox achievements with Minecraft - TrueAchievements - Google Mon, 26 Oct 2026 16:39:59 GMT
  1. Nintendo Switch 2 gets its first list of Xbox achievements with Minecraft TrueAchievements
  2. Play Minecraft on your Nintendo Switch™ 2 today! Minecraft
  3. Experience Vibrant Visuals in Minecraft for Nintendo Switch 2! – News – Nintendo Official Site Nintendo
  4. Mini Review: Minecraft (Switch 2) - A Satisfying Upgrade Overall, But Where's Mouse Mode? Nintendo Life
  5. Minecraft Nintendo Switch 2 Edition Set for October 27 Launch GameLuster
 
You can now run Nintendo Switch games natively on iPhones and Macs - TechSpot Mon, 26 Oct 2026 16:32:00 GMT

This works because the Switch and Apple's recent devices both use Arm-based processors, meaning a game's instructions are already compatible with an iPhone's chip. PC ports like the recent AI-built Link's Awakening don't get that head start and must translate the code first, since most PCs use x86 processors.

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This Is the Future of Gravel Bikes: 6 Bikes Tested Head to Head on a 100km Ride - Outside Magazine - Google Mon, 26 Oct 2026 16:22:48 GMT
This Is the Future of Gravel Bikes: 6 Bikes Tested Head to Head on a 100km Ride Outside Magazine
 
The Anthropic S-1 Filing Is Also an AI Doomsday Primer - Wired Mon, 26 Oct 2026 16:01:55 GMT
Anthropic thinks “closing the loop” is the best path to AI triumph—and a recipe for “existential” threats to humanity.
 
Unreal Engine 5.8 adds support for Microsoft's Advanced Shader Delivery to remedy stuttering issues - TechSpot Mon, 26 Oct 2026 15:49:00 GMT

Epic recently updated the official documentation for Unreal Engine 5.x, introducing a potentially significant change to how the popular game engine handles shader compilation and the associated stuttering issues. Thanks to a new built-in, command-line tool, UE 5.8 will offer native support for Microsoft's Advanced Shader Delivery (ASD) technology.

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The 13 scariest, spookiest video games you should play this Halloween - Eurogamer.net - Google Mon, 26 Oct 2026 15:29:45 GMT
  1. The 13 scariest, spookiest video games you should play this Halloween Eurogamer.net
  2. Eight great new indie horror games for Halloween The Guardian
  3. The 13 Best VR Horror Games on Quest, PSVR 2 and PC VR to Play This Halloween Road to VR
  4. What to play this Halloween, plus last-minute costume ideas and spooky movie recommendations PC Gamer
  5. Play These 10 Harrowing Horror Games to Get into the Halloween Spirit www.meta.com
 
Meta plans $95 billion stock offering to fuel AI spending despite growing bubble fears - TechSpot Mon, 26 Oct 2026 15:07:00 GMT

Meta launched roughly $35 billion in offerings on Monday, comprising $22.5 billion in Class A common stock and $12.5 billion in securities representing mandatory convertible preferred stock.

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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.
 
Anthropic’s IPO Prospectus Reveals What’s Under the Hood - Wired Mon, 26 Oct 2026 14:50:47 GMT
Anthropic on Monday filed documents ahead of a blockbuster IPO that offers insight into the company’s financials, risk factors, and views on the future of AI.
 
Nvidia's AI chips already make billions, now Jensen Huang wants $2,000 per GPU in annual software fees - TechSpot Mon, 26 Oct 2026 14:31:00 GMT

The Register was first to report Huang's quote from a question-and-answer session at the event on October 22. The CEO told attendees that software licensing "will become increasingly a major part of our company's business." The $2,000 figure was his example of how that licensing would be priced.

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The US Government Is Hiding a Secret Court Ruling About How It Spies on Americans - Wired Mon, 26 Oct 2026 14:09:00 GMT
Two US senators say the Trump administration is breaking the law by withholding the FISA court decision while it presses Congress to renew America’s most sweeping surveillance program.
 
Golden Joystick's "Ultimate Game of the Year" nominees are revealed, and votes are open until October 30 - Windows Central - Google Mon, 26 Oct 2026 14:00:00 GMT
  1. Golden Joystick's "Ultimate Game of the Year" nominees are revealed, and votes are open until October 30 Windows Central
  2. Golden Joystick Awards 2026: How To Vote For Game Of The Year 80 Level
  3. LARA CROFT VOICE ACTOR ALIX WILTON REGAN TO HOST GOLDEN JOYSTICK AWARDS TombRaiderChronicles
  4. Pearl Abyss’ Crimson Desert Enhanced Nominated for Ultimate Game of the Year Korea IT Times
  5. Star Wars: Galactic Racer Nominated For Golden Joystick Ultimate Game Of The Year Award TheForce.net
 
WIRED Ghost Stories - Wired Mon, 26 Oct 2026 14:00:00 GMT
Five hauntings from the other side of technology.
 
Peter Thiel slams Apple for doing "nothing new" since Steve Jobs died, praises controversial CEOs like Elon Musk - TechSpot Mon, 26 Oct 2026 13:54:00 GMT

Speaking in an interview with author Walter Isaacson on The Builders podcast, Thiel said of Apple, "In my telling, it did nothing new after Jobs."

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Elden Ring movie reportedly has a $200 million budget, and it's the studio's biggest bet ever - TechSpot Mon, 26 Oct 2026 13:22:00 GMT

When cameras started rolling in the UK back in April, Elden Ring's budget was reported at well over $100 million, with filming expected to last roughly 100 days. By June, in its coverage of Google's $75 million investment in the studio, The Wall Street Journal put it at $175 million....

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Some iPhone Duo Models Are Breaking. iFixit’s Teardown Might Explain Why - Wired Mon, 26 Oct 2026 13:00:00 GMT
Apple confirmed a “small number” of iPhone Duo units have an issue impacting the inner display.
 
Phantom Blade Zero's PC requirements reveal a 145GB install, 300GB for preloading, and upscaling - TechSpot Mon, 26 Oct 2026 12:46:00 GMT

Chinese developer S-Game posted the PC requirements on the game's official X account. There are few details beyond just Minimum and Recommended setups. However, in what has now become a standard in the industry, these specs only apply when upscaling is enabled.

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Denmark gives up on replacing Microsoft Office, for now - TechSpot Mon, 26 Oct 2026 12:03:00 GMT

Early reports had the whole ministry ditching Microsoft Office by the end of 2025, but what launched on June 19 was a lot more modest – a pilot with 38 volunteers from the department. Those testers swapped Word for Collabora, an open-source office suite built on LibreOffice. Danish software firm...

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Smart TV Ad Blocker CleanYourTV Racks Up 37,000 GitHub Stars In Just Over A Week, As Version 3.0 Adds Pi-hole And Home Assistant Controls - Wccftech - Google Mon, 26 Oct 2026 11:42:39 GMT
  1. Smart TV Ad Blocker CleanYourTV Racks Up 37,000 GitHub Stars In Just Over A Week, As Version 3.0 Adds Pi-hole And Home Assistant Controls Wccftech
  2. Someone debloated their Samsung Tizen OS TV by pointing a camera at it for Claude to see XDA
  3. People are using AI to 'dumb down' their smart TVs. Is that a good idea? CBC
  4. Please don’t use AI hacks to debloat your TV PCWorld
  5. People are fixing their TV OSes with Claude The Verge
 
Elon Musk predicts a neocloud bloodbath as SpaceX seeks $40 billion to buy more GPUs - TechSpot Mon, 26 Oct 2026 11:15:00 GMT

Writing in an X post yesterday, Musk said lenders had largely stopped providing money to those companies without substantial income outside AI data centers.

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The Hottest New Side Hustle Is Stripping Copper Wire and Posting About It - Wired Mon, 26 Oct 2026 11:00:00 GMT
Copper prices are at record highs, but for TikTok creators, the real money may be in teaching others how to strip wire—and selling them the tools to do it.
 
LG B6 OLED TV Review (2026) - Wired Mon, 26 Oct 2026 10:30:00 GMT
The LG B6 has deep and rich blacks and a low price tag, but midrange performance elsewhere.
 
The Best Tools to Redo the Windows Taskbar - TechSpot Mon, 26 Oct 2026 10:08:00 GMT
Whether you miss the classic Windows taskbar or want a complete makeover, these tools restore old favorites, unlock deeper customization, and bring macOS-style docks and retro designs to Windows.
 
The Tragedy of Having a Wikipedia Page—and Then Losing It - Wired Mon, 26 Oct 2026 10:00:00 GMT
Every day, Wikipedia biographies of living people are flagged for deletion because the subjects are not “notable” enough. How do these poor souls take the news?
 
39 meta-analyses, 39 positive findings: An audit finds serious flaws in research on AI in education - The Hechinger Report - Google Mon, 26 Oct 2026 10:00:00 GMT
39 meta-analyses, 39 positive findings: An audit finds serious flaws in research on AI in education The Hechinger Report
 
Lykyn Review: A Mushroom Garden Worth Showing Off - Wired Mon, 26 Oct 2026 10:00:00 GMT
Dramatic lighting and fog make this countertop fruiting chamber a conversation starter. The mushrooms are pretty good too.
 
Meet the AI Agents Trying to Be Real-Life Journalists - Wired Mon, 26 Oct 2026 09:30:00 GMT
Jayden, Sam, and Zack are eagerly pitching editors on reported stories and investigative features. The catch? They're all AI agents.
 
Google Changed Gmail On October 16—Check Your Account Now - Forbes - Google Mon, 26 Oct 2026 09:23:31 GMT
  1. Google Changed Gmail On October 16—Check Your Account Now Forbes
  2. Updated Google privacy policy says your Gmail might be used for advertising Ars Technica
  3. Google makes a privacy policy exception to use your Gmail and Photos data for ads Android Authority
  4. Now Google says it might use your Gmail and Google Photos data to target ads The Verge
  5. Google Is Using Data From Gmail and Drive to Target Ads, but You Can Stop It Lifehacker
 
Valve Steam Frame Review: Costly and Inconsistent - Wired Mon, 26 Oct 2026 09:15:00 GMT
The Steam Frame’s promise of greatness for stand-alone and streaming VR gaming doesn’t quite connect.
 
This AI Radio Host Speaks Spanish and Backs Immigrants. It’s Winning Over Listeners - Wired Mon, 26 Oct 2026 09:00:00 GMT
Coyotec is bilingual, swears, and tells listeners how to defend themselves against ICE. Its popularity comes as more broadcasters are experimenting with artificial personalities.
 
12 AI models were asked what they really think about humans — and almost all agreed on one uncomfortable truth - Tom's Guide - Google Mon, 26 Oct 2026 06:45:00 GMT
  1. 12 AI models were asked what they really think about humans — and almost all agreed on one uncomfortable truth Tom's Guide
  2. AI admits humans can make it dangerous Northeast Mississippi Daily Journal
  3. AI models agree humans prefer belonging to truth news.lavx.hu
  4. Many AIs believe that 'humans would rather be wrong as a group than right individually.' GIGAZINE
 
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.
 
Google's privacy policy now has a loophole for using your Gmail and Photos data in ads - TechSpot Sun, 25 Oct 2026 17:33:00 GMT

The change sits in Google's updated privacy policy, which took effect on October 16 and was first spotted by Android Authority. The policy has long said, "We don't show you personalized ads based on your content from Drive, Gmail, or Photos." That line is still there, but it now ends...

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AI will keep uncovering critical software flaws for years, says Cloudflare CEO - TechSpot Sun, 25 Oct 2026 16:20:00 GMT

Prince told Reuters that Cloudflare is aware of "a bunch of additional severe vulnerabilities that are present in other pieces of critical software," though he did not name the affected programs. He compared them to the PHP bugs that recently forced government websites, the game store GOG, and many smaller...

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Wallhack M-001 Review: When Fun Overrides Specs - Wired Sun, 25 Oct 2026 12:30:00 GMT
With a tactile dongle for on-the-fly customization and a metal chassis, the Wallhack M-001 is the most fun I've had reviewing a gaming mouse in a long time.
 
Scientists Trapped an Antimatter Particle for Months to Study Its Secrets - Wired Sun, 25 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMT
These elusive and reactive particles have been challenging to hold on to and even more challenging to study, but a new method paves the way for tests on the differences between matter and antimatter.
 
6 Best Folding Phones (2026): Samsung, Apple, Google, Motorola - Wired Sun, 25 Oct 2026 11:30:00 GMT
Ready to move on from the traditional glass slab? Introduce a hinge into your life with these folding smartphones.
 
The MacBook Pro Max Just Dropped to Its Lowest Price Ever - Wired Sun, 25 Oct 2026 11:00:00 GMT
Apple will reportedly launch an innovative new MacBook next week, which means existing options have their largest discount yet.
 
The iPhone Duo Has Passed 75,000 Folds in Our Fold-a-Phone Testing Machine. Can It Beat the Galaxy Z Fold 8? - CNET Fri, 23 Oct 2026 21:30:35 GMT
We’re folding Apple’s iPhone Duo 900 times an hour to test how its hinge will last.
 
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.
 
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.
 
Trying an iPhone Duo at the Apple Store? Don’t Leave Without Testing These 6 Things - CNET Thu, 22 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMT
The iPhone Duo is now in Apple stores, even if most buyers won’t get theirs until January. Here’s how to make the most of a hands-on demo.
 
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.
 
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.
 
MIT student team CERBERUZ wins NASA LunaRecycle Centennial Challenge, turning lunar trash into tools - MIT Tue, 20 Oct 2026 21:30:00 GMT
The team took first prize in both the Prototype and Digital Twin tracks for its lunar waste recycling system.
 
The ocean’s most abundant “loner” microbe has a sticky second life - MIT Tue, 20 Oct 2026 21:15:00 GMT
Researchers in the Chisholm lab find Prochlorococcus can switch between drifting alone and living in attached communities, a discovery that could reshape estimates of how much carbon the ocean moves to the deep sea.
 
Beaver Works Summer Institute: A leader in transformational STEM education - MIT Tue, 20 Oct 2026 21:00:00 GMT
Jointly run by Lincoln Laboratory and the School of Engineering, the program has guided thousands of high school students to technical paths over the past 10 years.
 
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.
 
Symposium highlights MIT’s wide range of innovations for aging brain health - MIT Mon, 19 Oct 2026 21:15:00 GMT
In six talks, researchers from across MIT described projects aimed at advancing the understanding of and interventions against neurodegenerative diseases such as Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s, and ALS.
 
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.
 
Look Out for Political Deepfakes and Scams This Midterm Election Season - CNET Wed, 14 Oct 2026 21:42:11 GMT
We’re one week out from Election Day. But political scams and deepfakes are already in our texts, emails and feeds.
 
MIT remembers Thomas Rose, a brilliant researcher and generous colleague - MIT Wed, 14 Oct 2026 18:30:00 GMT
Faculty, students, staff, family, and friends gathered to remember the assistant professor and archaeometallurgist who died last month.
 
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.
 
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.
 
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.
 
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.
 
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.
 
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 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.
 
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.
 
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.
 
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.
 
Download iOS 27.2 Now to Bring These Features and More to Your iPhone - CNET Wed, 16 Sep 2026 22:14:43 GMT
The update brings Siri AI to more languages and updates a few apps, like FaceTime and Apple Music.
 
How CNET Makes Money: Content Labeling and Revenue Sources Explained - CNET Fri, 15 May 2026 21:40:23 GMT
CNET is a business and we need to pay the bills while remaining editorially independent. Here’s how we do it.
 
9 Out of 10 Coffee Experts Agreed, This Is the Best Way to Brew - CNET Thu, 20 Nov 2025 10:15:36 GMT
Here’s how most coffee professionals make their morning brew.
 
Microplastics Are Everywhere. Don’t Make It Worse - CNET Wed, 28 May 2025 11:00:06 GMT
Don’t let your microwave become a hotbed for microplastics.
 
Daylight Saving Time Ends This Weekend. Here’s When (and Why) the Clocks Go Back - CNET Thu, 27 Feb 2025 14:00:07 GMT
Why do we “fall back” in November? We answer your questions.