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Waymo receives approval from the California Public Utilities Commission to expand across 18 counties, including Sacramento and San Diego (Fred Lambert/Electrek) - Techmeme Sat, 15 Aug 2026 00:30:01 GMT

Fred Lambert / Electrek:
Waymo receives approval from the California Public Utilities Commission to expand across 18 counties, including Sacramento and San Diego — Waymo says California regulators have signed off on the biggest expansion of its robotaxi service yet, covering 18 counties from Sonoma down to San Diego.
 
Sources: Nvidia has reworked a deal to finance an OpenAI Ohio data center campus so that it would initially guarantee only half of its planned $250B backstop (Anissa Gardizy/Wall Street Journal) - Techmeme Fri, 14 Aug 2026 23:50:01 GMT

Anissa Gardizy / Wall Street Journal:
Sources: Nvidia has reworked a deal to finance an OpenAI Ohio data center campus so that it would initially guarantee only half of its planned $250B backstop — Under new proposed terms, the chip maker would initially backstop only half of the 10-gigawatt project
 
People are injecting fat from dead bodies. It’s called ‘zombie filler’ - USA Today - Google Fri, 14 Aug 2026 23:47:00 GMT
People are injecting fat from dead bodies. It’s called ‘zombie filler’ USA Today
 
SpaceX closes its $60B acquisition of Cursor, two months after SpaceX formally announced it had agreed to acquire the startup (Bloomberg) - Techmeme Fri, 14 Aug 2026 23:40:01 GMT

Bloomberg:
SpaceX closes its $60B acquisition of Cursor, two months after SpaceX formally announced it had agreed to acquire the startup — SpaceX has completed a $60 billion acquisition of artificial intelligence coding startup Cursor, a key part of Elon Musk's bid to gain ground on rivals Anthropic PBC and OpenAI.
 
Submersible drone analyzes ice - Hack a Day Fri, 14 Aug 2026 23:00:21 GMT
Doing anything on a frozen lake can carries some amount of risk. Nevertheless, every year events ranging from car racing to ice skating are held on them. As such, proper …read more
 
Waymo receives permission to offer rides in Sacramento and San Diego - Engadget Fri, 14 Aug 2026 22:50:04 GMT
The company will also be able to expand its fleet across more of the San Francisco Bay Area and Los Angeles.
 
Exclusive | Phoebe Gates’s Stanford classmates say she wasn’t a good coder - Page Six - Google Fri, 14 Aug 2026 22:24:00 GMT
Exclusive | Phoebe Gates’s Stanford classmates say she wasn’t a good coder Page Six
 
Android 17 QPR2 greatly expands Dynamic Color theming on Pixel - 9to5Google - Google Fri, 14 Aug 2026 22:20:00 GMT
  1. Android 17 QPR2 greatly expands Dynamic Color theming on Pixel 9to5Google
  2. Here’s everything new in Android 17 QPR2 Beta 3 [Gallery] 9to5Google
  3. Google is bringing back native app lock for Android, but not for everyone yet androidauthority.com
  4. Android 17 QPR2 Beta 3 adds more blur effects and lets you re-order Quick Settings Android Headlines
  5. Android 17 QPR2 brings system blur to the Pixel lockscreen 9to5Google
 
Z.ai says GLM-5.3 scores 84.5% on CyberGym, vs. Mythos 5's 83.8%, and its most sensitive cybersecurity functions will only be available to verified users (Reuters) - Techmeme Fri, 14 Aug 2026 22:15:01 GMT

Reuters:
Z.ai says GLM-5.3 scores 84.5% on CyberGym, vs. Mythos 5's 83.8%, and its most sensitive cybersecurity functions will only be available to verified users — Chinese AI startup Z.ai said on Friday its open-source GLM-5.3 model had neared Anthropic's restricted Mythos 5 in identifying software …

 
Filing: Nvidia has a nearly $21B stake in SpaceX and a $30B stake in Intel; Nvidia invested as much as $2B in xAI in 2025 and $5B in Intel (Lynn Doan/Bloomberg) - Techmeme Fri, 14 Aug 2026 21:50:02 GMT

Lynn Doan / Bloomberg:
Filing: Nvidia has a nearly $21B stake in SpaceX and a $30B stake in Intel; Nvidia invested as much as $2B in xAI in 2025 and $5B in Intel — Nvidia Corp. on Friday disclosed a nearly $21 billion stake in Elon Musk's SpaceX and a $30 billion one in Intel Corp.
 
New York City Lawmakers Push to ‘Ban the Scan’ at MSG - Wired Fri, 14 Aug 2026 21:43:17 GMT
At a press conference outside Madison Square Garden, politicians, musicians, and privacy advocates argued for tighter restrictions on how public venues deploy biometric surveillance.
 
Docs: Anthropic told investors it generated $11.5B+ in revenue, with positive adjusted operating income, in Q2, up from $787M in Q2 2025 and $4.73B in Q1 2026 (Bloomberg) - Techmeme Fri, 14 Aug 2026 21:31:21 GMT

Bloomberg:
Docs: Anthropic told investors it generated $11.5B+ in revenue, with positive adjusted operating income, in Q2, up from $787M in Q2 2025 and $4.73B in Q1 2026 — Anthropic PBC is telling prospective investors its second-quarter revenue jumped at least 14-fold versus the same period a year ago …

 
The Best Movies to Stream This Month (August 2026) - Wired Fri, 14 Aug 2026 21:18:21 GMT
Avatar Aang, Heartstopper Forever, and Exit 8 are among the films deserving of your eyeballs this month.
 
Amazon adds a clause in its user agreement that seeks to prevent shoppers from filing class-action lawsuits against it, after removing a similar clause in 2021 (Spencer Soper/Bloomberg) - Techmeme Fri, 14 Aug 2026 21:05:13 GMT

Spencer Soper / Bloomberg:
Amazon adds a clause in its user agreement that seeks to prevent shoppers from filing class-action lawsuits against it, after removing a similar clause in 2021 — Amazon.com Inc. reintroduced a clause in its user agreement that seeks to prevent shoppers from filing class-action lawsuits …

 
ChatGPT Can Now Add Your Mac Activity to Its Memories - CNET Fri, 14 Aug 2026 21:01:04 GMT
OpenAI’s latest feature can use your clicks, keystrokes and other interactions to supplement ChatGPT and Codex context.
 
The Next Big Influencer Is This 4-Foot-Tall Robot From China - Wired Fri, 14 Aug 2026 20:59:03 GMT
The Unitree G1 has found online fame as a relatively affordable robot that can charm a crowd. But can it ever hold down a real job?
 
Professor Emeritus Chiang Chung Mei, pioneering scholar of ocean wave dynamics and fluid mechanics, dies at 91 - MIT Fri, 14 Aug 2026 20:55:00 GMT
A towering figure in theoretical hydrodynamics is remembered for his intellectual rigor, generosity, and lifelong devotion to his students.
 
Judge Tells Google to Make It Easier to Install Third-Party App Stores - CNET Fri, 14 Aug 2026 20:45:12 GMT
Android users have had to click a few extra times to add Aptoide Games.
 
The US OCC conditionally approves a bank charter application for Trump family's World Liberty Financial, allowing it to directly issue its USD1 stablecoin (Reuters) - Techmeme Fri, 14 Aug 2026 20:40:02 GMT

Reuters:
The US OCC conditionally approves a bank charter application for Trump family's World Liberty Financial, allowing it to directly issue its USD1 stablecoin — A national U.S. bank regulator on Friday conditionally approved a bank charter application linked to President Donald Trump …

 
Kia's EV3 will start under $31,000 in the US - Engadget Fri, 14 Aug 2026 20:39:20 GMT
That makes it the cheapest EV in Kia's lineup.
 
Activision Really Wants You To Know Call Of Duty: Modern Warfare 4′ s Campaign Isn’t A Horrible Mess Like BLOPS7 - Kotaku - Google Fri, 14 Aug 2026 20:39:19 GMT
  1. Activision Really Wants You To Know Call Of Duty: Modern Warfare 4′ s Campaign Isn’t A Horrible Mess Like BLOPS7 Kotaku
  2. Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4's beta test launch dates and content details are up Windows Central
  3. Here’s A First Look At CoD: Warzone’s New Zodiac Map For MW4 Yahoo Tech
  4. "Two Surprises, One Beta" - Activision Drops Cryptic Teaser For Call of Duty Modern Warfare 4 Announcement gameranx.com
  5. Call of Duty®: Modern Warfare® 4 | Xbox on PC, Battle.net & Steam Call of Duty® | Best-Selling Video Game Franchise
 
Investor letter: Thrive's 2022 early-stage $516M fund that invested in OpenAI and SpaceX was worth $3.7B+ as of the end of June, net of fees and other charges (Natasha Mascarenhas/Bloomberg) - Techmeme Fri, 14 Aug 2026 20:25:01 GMT

Natasha Mascarenhas / Bloomberg:
Investor letter: Thrive's 2022 early-stage $516M fund that invested in OpenAI and SpaceX was worth $3.7B+ as of the end of June, net of fees and other charges — Thrive Capital's 2022 early-stage venture capital fund, a $516 million investment vehicle that made early bets on OpenAI …

 
Apple’s Once-Futuristic iPhone X Is Now ‘Obsolete’ - CNET Fri, 14 Aug 2026 20:02:43 GMT
Nothing gets old as fast as the future.
 
Sources: PayPal is in talks to sell itself to a group including Stripe and Advent, which proposed paying $60.50/share in July; PayPal is seeking a higher price (Wall Street Journal) - Techmeme Fri, 14 Aug 2026 20:02:13 GMT

Wall Street Journal:
Sources: PayPal is in talks to sell itself to a group including Stripe and Advent, which proposed paying $60.50/share in July; PayPal is seeking a higher price — The fintech startup and private-equity firm Advent offered to buy the struggling payments company in July
 
Automatic Naptime with BabyBjorn Bouncing Servo - Hack a Day Fri, 14 Aug 2026 20:00:12 GMT
Any parent with a baby and deep pockets– or friends with deep pockets– will probably sing the praises of the BabyBjorn rocking sling chair. A simple spring-loaded sling seat allows …read more
 
Risk report: Anthropic raises misalignment risk estimate from very low to low and says it doesn't plan to release a stronger internal model called "Model 2" (Madison Mills/Axios) - Techmeme Fri, 14 Aug 2026 19:45:01 GMT

Madison Mills / Axios:
Risk report: Anthropic raises misalignment risk estimate from very low to low and says it doesn't plan to release a stronger internal model called “Model 2” — Anthropic does not plan to release an internal model that appears to be more powerful than top-of-the-line Mythos …

 
Source: OpenAI CFO told investors that enterprise business now generates more revenue than ChatGPT-led consumer business; enterprise customers grew 32% in July (Kate Rooney/CNBC) - Techmeme Fri, 14 Aug 2026 19:40:02 GMT

Kate Rooney / CNBC:
Source: OpenAI CFO told investors that enterprise business now generates more revenue than ChatGPT-led consumer business; enterprise customers grew 32% in July — At the end of a week of turmoil in OpenAI's C-suite, finance chief Sarah Friar held a meeting with investors on Friday …

 
Save $3,100 Off the Massive 83" LG Evo M3 4K OLED TV With Wireless Connectivity and 5 Year Warranty at Best Buy - IGN - Google Fri, 14 Aug 2026 19:35:00 GMT
  1. Save $3,100 Off the Massive 83" LG Evo M3 4K OLED TV With Wireless Connectivity and 5 Year Warranty at Best Buy IGN
  2. LG 83" OLED C6H + Samsung Soundbar Bundle for $4,800 The Inventory
  3. LG Class OLED evo M3 Series 4K drops to $2399.99 on Amazon Technobezz
  4. LG 77-Inch OLED evo Bundle Under $3,000 on Amazon The Inventory
  5. 83-Inch LG OLED TV Deal: $1,000 Off on Amazon (Now $3,799) The Inventory
 
iPhone 18 Pro Max vs Pro: Here’s how Apple will differentiate models - 9to5Mac - Google Fri, 14 Aug 2026 19:35:00 GMT
  1. iPhone 18 Pro Max vs Pro: Here’s how Apple will differentiate models 9to5Mac
  2. iPhone 18 Pro Event Tipped As Apple Shifts Key Release Schedule Date Forbes
  3. It looks like Apple’s iPhone 18 really will skip the fall launch this year The Verge
  4. iPhone 18 could get two new Pro-level upgrades, per report 9to5Mac
  5. Apple May Delay the iPhone 18 Until 2027 as Premium Models Get Fall Launch TechRepublic
 
Google will now allow users to remove visible watermarks from AI content - Engadget Fri, 14 Aug 2026 19:04:42 GMT
The invisible SynthID will remain.
 
‘The Mandalorian and Grogu’ Gets Disney Plus Streaming Release Date - CNET Fri, 14 Aug 2026 19:01:22 GMT
More Star Wars news is likely on the way as Disney kicks off its D23 fan celebration event.
 
Walmart Is Offering a Great Deal on a GeForce RTX 5070 Ti Gaming PC, and It Includes Two Upcoming AAA Games - IGN - Google Fri, 14 Aug 2026 18:50:00 GMT
  1. Walmart Is Offering a Great Deal on a GeForce RTX 5070 Ti Gaming PC, and It Includes Two Upcoming AAA Games IGN
  2. Start your PC gaming journey with this $1,100 1080p gaming rig, now $300 off — RTX 5060 rig from Newegg ships with a 10-core Intel CPU, 32GB of RAM, and a 1TB SSD Tom's Hardware
  3. Limited-time deal sinks price of CyberPowerPC RTX 5080, Ryzen 7 9800X3D build on Amazon PC Guide
  4. MSI Aegis R2 AI Gaming Desktop with Intel Ultra 9 drops to $2860 Technobezz
  5. Skytech Gaming King 95 RTX 5080 PC Deal The Inventory
 
Google must make it easier to install alternative app stores, judge orders - Engadget Fri, 14 Aug 2026 18:38:40 GMT
Google has a week to make it easier to find third-party app stores.
 
Nevada granted Tesla a robotaxi permit, but capped the fleet at 10 vehicles, not 5,000 that Tesla sought, banned airport pickups, and ordered other restrictions (Joann Muller/Axios) - Techmeme Fri, 14 Aug 2026 18:35:01 GMT

Joann Muller / Axios:
Nevada granted Tesla a robotaxi permit, but capped the fleet at 10 vehicles, not 5,000 that Tesla sought, banned airport pickups, and ordered other restrictions — Tesla applied for a permit to deploy up to 5,000 robotaxis in Clark County, Nevada, but got approval from the state for just 10.
 
A RAMageddon guide to back-to-school laptop shopping - The Verge - Google Fri, 14 Aug 2026 18:32:47 GMT
  1. A RAMageddon guide to back-to-school laptop shopping The Verge
  2. The Best Laptop Deals for Students to Shop Right Now: Save Up to 60% on Top Laptop Brands Online Rolling Stone
  3. Best Buy's Top Back-to-School Deals From Apple, HP, Lenovo, TP-Link, and More PCMag
  4. This air fryer is normally $300, but it's on sale for $90 at Best Buy Canada — reviewers call it the 'best investment' Yahoo Lifestyle Canada
  5. Graphing calculator: $100. Laptop: $800. Here's how to cut every big back-to-school expense. Shelbyville Times-Gazette
 
Vulnerability giving attackers full control of Macs is under active exploitation - Ars Technica - Google Fri, 14 Aug 2026 18:32:14 GMT
  1. Vulnerability giving attackers full control of Macs is under active exploitation Ars Technica
  2. Hackers exploit macOS Screen Sharing flaw to deploy Monero miner BleepingComputer
  3. Apple releases iOS 26.6.1 beta for iPhone, plus more 9to5Mac
  4. Apple releases betas for iOS 18.7.10, iOS 26.6.1, and macOS 26.6.2 AppleInsider
  5. The iOS 26.6.1 Release Candidate is Out with New Updates geeky-gadgets.com
 
Vulnerability giving attackers full control of Macs is under active exploitation - ArsTechnica Fri, 14 Aug 2026 18:32:14 GMT
Screen-sharing bug lets remote hackers log in without a password.
 
After 10 Years In Development, Highly-Rated MMO Shocks With Free Steam Release - Polygon.com - Google Fri, 14 Aug 2026 18:27:01 GMT
After 10 Years In Development, Highly-Rated MMO Shocks With Free Steam Release Polygon.com
 
Nintendo reveals physical reward for completing the DK Challenge - Nintendo Everything - Google Fri, 14 Aug 2026 18:11:27 GMT
  1. Nintendo reveals physical reward for completing the DK Challenge Nintendo Everything
  2. Complete the DK Challenge and grab a fun physical reward Nintendo
  3. Nintendo offering physical Donkey Kong cards for completion of DK Challenge by September 1 Nintendo Wire
  4. DK Challenge revealed for Switch Online, physical cards announced (UPDATE) gonintendo.com
  5. US: My Nintendo offering collectible card set for completing the DK Challenge My Nintendo News
 
Another Ryzen 7 7800X3D reportedly burns out despite AMD's voltage fix - TechSpot Fri, 14 Aug 2026 18:07:00 GMT

According to Redditor Magoth04, a three-month-old Ryzen 7 7800X3D was irreparably damaged while installed in a fully updated MSI PRO X870-P WIFI motherboard. The post claims that the system abruptly shut down while gaming a few days ago and then entered a boot loop before dying for good.

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First test flight of largest all-electric aircraft used just $5 of electricity - ArsTechnica Fri, 14 Aug 2026 18:00:23 GMT
Airline-backed venture aims to develop a hybrid-electric commercial aircraft.
 
Lamborghini unveils Revuelto SV, its most powerful production car ever - CNBC - Google Fri, 14 Aug 2026 18:00:01 GMT
  1. Lamborghini unveils Revuelto SV, its most powerful production car ever CNBC
  2. View Exterior Photos of the 2027 Lamborghini Revuelto SV Car and Driver
  3. All hail Lambo’s new king! It’s the 1,050bhp V12-engined Revuelto SV Top Gear
  4. Lamborghini Revuelto SV: The Quantum of Driving Lamborghini.com
  5. Lamborghini’s flagship Revuelto levels up with SV trim The Verge
 
The new Flachbau RS is a one-off Porsche 911 GT2 RS built to look (a bit) like Moby Dick - Top Gear - Google Fri, 14 Aug 2026 18:00:00 GMT
  1. The new Flachbau RS is a one-off Porsche 911 GT2 RS built to look (a bit) like Moby Dick Top Gear
  2. View Photos of the Porsche Flachbau RS Car and Driver
  3. Moby Dick Returns! Porsche 911 GT2 Flachbau RS Echoes the Legendary 935 Look MotorTrend
  4. In the footsteps of Moby Dick: an extraordinary one-off slantnose model Porsche Newsroom
  5. The Iconic 911 Slantnose Returns as the Insane Porsche Flachbau RS The Drive
 
Drug that targets an inflammatory enzyme could help prevent lung cancer - MIT Fri, 14 Aug 2026 18:00:00 GMT
A new study by MIT researchers shows that inhibiting caspase-1 can reduce the risk of tumor growth.
 
Uninvasive EEG Interface Could Be Used To Play Games - Hack a Day Fri, 14 Aug 2026 18:00:00 GMT
These days, most of us interface with our computing devices in the same old-fashioned ways—via keyboards, mice, and touchscreens. The idea of a more direct brain-to-machine interface remains appealing to …read more
 
Apple’s Warnings About Spyware Are Real, Don’t Ignore Them - CNET Fri, 14 Aug 2026 17:28:54 GMT
“Mercenary spyware” isn’t targeted at everybody, but don’t skip the notification if you see it.
 
Suspecting court of using AI, man injected prompts in filings to try to win case - ArsTechnica Fri, 14 Aug 2026 17:26:53 GMT
Judge warns pro se litigants are using chatbots wrong and getting desperate.
 
You'll Have to Wait Until 2028 to Play PS5's Shiniest, Jankiest Sci-Fi Adventure - Push Square - Google Fri, 14 Aug 2026 17:22:41 GMT
  1. You'll Have to Wait Until 2028 to Play PS5's Shiniest, Jankiest Sci-Fi Adventure Push Square
  2. Cyberpunk 2077 rival Neo Berlin 2087 gets thrilling first-look GAMINGbible
  3. Long-Awaited PlayStation 5 RPG Finally Gets Release Date Window Yahoo Tech
  4. Neo Berlin 2087 trailers are not AI-generated - cyberpunk action game developers deny rumors ixbt.games
  5. Neo Berlin 2087 Unveils Launch Window with New Trailer Gamesurf
 
Marvel's Wolverine arrives complete on disc, just as physical gaming fades - TechSpot Fri, 14 Aug 2026 17:22:00 GMT

During a recent interview, Insomniac's Senior Project Director Jess Reiner-Reed confirmed that Marvel's Wolverine will bring a pleasant surprise to fans of physical game releases. The upcoming action game will be fully playable from the disc, meaning user will be able to enjoy the experience straight out of the box...

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State judge orders Kalshi to stop offering sports bets and other wagers - ArsTechnica Fri, 14 Aug 2026 17:13:14 GMT
Kalshi ordered to stop offering bets in Washington, must implement geofencing.
 
The Mandalorian and Grogu will hit Disney+ on September 2 - Engadget Fri, 14 Aug 2026 17:05:23 GMT
If you didn't catch it in theaters, here's when you can watch it on Disney+.
 
PBS station fears losing 50TB of data after being ghosted by cloud storage provider - ArsTechnica Fri, 14 Aug 2026 17:03:54 GMT
"We don't have access to the data on the hardware/servers," Iron Mountain told Ars.
 
Google adds a toggle in Gemini and Flow to remove visible watermarks from AI-generated images, videos, and music; SynthID watermarks and C2PA metadata remain (Emma Roth/The Verge) - Techmeme Fri, 14 Aug 2026 17:00:51 GMT

Emma Roth / The Verge:
Google adds a toggle in Gemini and Flow to remove visible watermarks from AI-generated images, videos, and music; SynthID watermarks and C2PA metadata remain — Google will still embed invisible SynthID and C2PA watermarks into AI-generated images, videos, and music.
 
Dell’s more-affordable Snapdragon X Plus Googlebook lineup comes into focus - Chrome Unboxed - Google Fri, 14 Aug 2026 16:45:16 GMT
  1. Dell’s more-affordable Snapdragon X Plus Googlebook lineup comes into focus Chrome Unboxed
  2. Clarifying Google’s three-tier strategy for the Googlebook era Chrome Unboxed
  3. Googlebooks May Soon Overpower Any Chromebook, If That Matters Gizmodo
  4. ASUS Googlebook “Lapis” leaks with Core Ultra 5 325 and Core Ultra 7 355 VideoCardz.com
  5. 5 reasons I'm buying a Googlebook on day one Pocket-lint
 
Apple officially opens ad bookings for businesses on Apple Maps ahead of an upcoming full rollout across the US and Canada (Ryan Christoffel/9to5Mac) - Techmeme Fri, 14 Aug 2026 16:45:02 GMT

Ryan Christoffel / 9to5Mac:
Apple officially opens ad bookings for businesses on Apple Maps ahead of an upcoming full rollout across the US and Canada — Ads are coming to Apple Maps soon in the US and Canada, and today businesses can start booking their own ads. Here are the details, including a limited-time promotional offer for businesses.
 
Anthropic is heading toward the largest IPO ever, at a possible $2 trillion valuation - TechSpot Fri, 14 Aug 2026 16:40:00 GMT

The expectations are driven by Anthropic's rapid revenue growth. Investors expect its annualized revenue to reach $100 billion to $120 billion by the end of 2026. Anthropic said in May that its annualized revenue had surpassed $47 billion.

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Hackaday Podcast Episode 382: Glueballs, Borg Cubes, and Supersonic Trebuchets - Hack a Day Fri, 14 Aug 2026 16:35:52 GMT
It’s still hot on both sides of the Atlantic, but Kristina has a new secret weapon for staying cool without making noise. Will Elliot and the others follow suit? Time …read more
 
Your car's dash cam might be illegal in some states — Here's how to check - Engadget Fri, 14 Aug 2026 16:30:00 GMT
Dash cam laws vary from one state to the next. Check the laws of states you'll be driving through.
 
Policy experts: Europe stuck between "rock and a hard place" on launch - ArsTechnica Fri, 14 Aug 2026 16:29:21 GMT
It turns out that the economics of rocket reuse are pretty, pretty good.
 
Audacity remains one of the best free tools for editing audio - TechSpot Fri, 14 Aug 2026 16:23:00 GMT
Audacity remains one of the easiest ways to record, edit, clean up, and export audio without paying for a full production suite. It handles everything from quick trims and format conversions to podcasts, noise reduction, and basic mastering, with support for Windows, Mac, and Linux. It's also one of our Essential Apps for Windows and macOS.
 
Google will now allow users to remove visible watermark from its AI generations - TechCrunch - Google Fri, 14 Aug 2026 16:13:40 GMT
  1. Google will now allow users to remove visible watermark from its AI generations TechCrunch
  2. You can now turn off Google Gemini’s visible watermarks The Verge
  3. Google Opens the Gates of AI Slop Hell Gizmodo
  4. Gemini app gets 3.7 Flash & setting to turn off corner media watermarks 9to5Google
  5. Google Will Now Allow Users To Remove Visible Watermarks From AI Content Engadget
 
Ars Live recap: How can we stop publishers from killing their own games? - ArsTechnica Fri, 14 Aug 2026 16:11:37 GMT
The Stop Killing Games movement faces an uphill battle.
 
‘Monkey Island’ Creator Finds Wealthy Investor for Next Game - Bloomberg - Google Fri, 14 Aug 2026 16:00:01 GMT
‘Monkey Island’ Creator Finds Wealthy Investor for Next Game Bloomberg
 
Aston Martin's Latest Special Supercar Is A V12 Villain - Motor1.com - Google Fri, 14 Aug 2026 16:00:00 GMT
  1. Aston Martin's Latest Special Supercar Is A V12 Villain Motor1.com
  2. View Exterior Photos of the 2027 Aston Martin Valen Car and Driver
  3. Aston Martin Valen: The most powerful front engined supercar - Aston Martin Media
  4. Photos: See the Aston Martin Valen From Every Angle Road & Track
  5. Aston Martin Unveils $2 Million Supercar to Revive Fortunes Bloomberg
 
Watch Gameplay of a Brand New Control Resonant Boss Fight - IGN - Google Fri, 14 Aug 2026 16:00:00 GMT
  1. Watch Gameplay of a Brand New Control Resonant Boss Fight IGN
  2. How Long Does it Takes to Beat Control Resonant? games.gg
  3. Control Resonant will feature a crazy subway with trains attacking from all sides ixbt.games
  4. Control Resonant Has No Parry Mechanic And I Don’t Know How To Feel About That Yahoo Tech
  5. Control Resonant launches September 24, 2026: story and gameplay so far en.softonic.com
 
France's top court strikes down social media ban for children under 15 - Engadget Fri, 14 Aug 2026 15:48:38 GMT
President Macron has asked the government to rewrite France's proposed social media ban for children.
 
Judge gives Google one week to fix "anticompetitive" app store download in Google Play - Ars Technica - Google Fri, 14 Aug 2026 15:46:40 GMT
  1. Judge gives Google one week to fix "anticompetitive" app store download in Google Play Ars Technica
  2. ‘That is not acceptable’: Judge orders Google to make rival app store installs easier The Verge
  3. Google Play Store starts distributing third-party Android app stores – here's how it works [Gallery] 9to5Google
  4. Aptoide Returns to Google Play After More Than a Decade, Opening a New Chapter for Competition on Android PR Newswire
  5. The Google Play Store is going to change forever next week Android Police
 
Judge gives Google one week to fix "anticompetitive" app store download in Google Play - ArsTechnica Fri, 14 Aug 2026 15:46:40 GMT
Third-party app stores are about to become more visible in Google Play.
 
Enterprise SSDs now consume 48% of global NAND flash supply - TechSpot Fri, 14 Aug 2026 15:44:00 GMT

A recent study by Counterpoint Research highlights the seismic shift the NAND flash industry is undergoing because of generative AI and chatbot services. While AI training workloads are increasingly being replaced by inference tasks, enterprise SSDs are consuming around half of the world's entire NAND supply.

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New Apple Watch models launch next month, here’s what’s coming - 9to5Mac - Google Fri, 14 Aug 2026 15:32:00 GMT
  1. New Apple Watch models launch next month, here’s what’s coming 9to5Mac
  2. Apple Explores Shaking Up Its Smartwatch for a New Era Bloomberg
  3. Future Apple Watches Might Ditch the Screen Gizmodo
  4. The MacRumors Show: Where Does the Apple Watch Go Next? MacRumors
  5. A round Apple Watch is possible, but an Apple Ring more likely 9to5Mac
 
Snooping Flume Water Monitor Data On The Wire - Hack a Day Fri, 14 Aug 2026 15:30:15 GMT
[Stephen] had an interesting piece of hardware at home—namely, a Flume water monitor. It’s a smart device which reports usage data to Flume’s servers, and the water utility in turn. …read more
 
Get the best battery life for your MacBook by changing these settings - Engadget Fri, 14 Aug 2026 15:30:00 GMT
Laptop batteries don't last forever, but there are some things that you can do today that may affect the lifespan of your MacBook's battery.
 
Rideshare Stimulator finally gets its genAI disclosure after much Saber-rattling, and it turns out the game also uses the tech for in-game music - Rock Paper Shotgun - Google Fri, 14 Aug 2026 15:26:30 GMT
  1. Rideshare Stimulator finally gets its genAI disclosure after much Saber-rattling, and it turns out the game also uses the tech for in-game music Rock Paper Shotgun
  2. Saber Interactive denies replacing writer with ChatGPT on its new driving game, but says it will use AI for dialog 'as the number of passengers in the game is infinite' pcgamer.com
  3. Saber denies replacing Rideshare Stimulator’s writers with ChatGPT The Verge
  4. Saber Interactive will disclose AI use on Rideshare 'Stimulator' Game Developer
  5. 'We Aren't Shying Away From It': Space Marine 2 Maker Saber Interactive Confirms It Will an Add AI Label to Rideshare Stimulator on Steam Following Controversy IGN
 
R-rated director's cut of X-Files film restores Chris Carter's original horror vision - ArsTechnica Fri, 14 Aug 2026 15:18:22 GMT
Chris Carter chats with Ars about the film he originally wanted to make—and why it's more relevant than ever.
 
Kingdom Hearts Is a Billion-Dollar Franchise, Disney Declares Ahead of Hotly Anticipated D23 Panel - IGN - Google Fri, 14 Aug 2026 15:16:47 GMT
  1. Kingdom Hearts Is a Billion-Dollar Franchise, Disney Declares Ahead of Hotly Anticipated D23 Panel IGN
  2. How Games Are Helping Shape Disney’s Next Chapter The Walt Disney Company
  3. Kingdom Hearts leads Disney games as a billion-dollar franchise Polygon.com
  4. Disney Wants Epic Games Partnership To Create 'Something Truly Exceptional' Insider Gaming
  5. Disney Expands Gaming Business: Can it Become a Major Growth Catalyst? finance.yahoo.com
 
Taylor Farms' connections to Trump admin spurs probe into Cyclospora response - ArsTechnica Fri, 14 Aug 2026 15:03:16 GMT
Senator Warren questions whether Taylor Farms' influence swayed Trump admin.
 
Cells pulse together as they grow — and malignant cells pulse the longest - MIT Fri, 14 Aug 2026 15:00:00 GMT
MIT researchers discovered a cellular dance that may offer clues to the development of cancer, asthma, and other diseases.
 
Tech Visionary Says the Big AI Labs Don’t Get What People Want - Wired Fri, 14 Aug 2026 15:00:00 GMT
Tim O’Reilly built a publishing empire that AI is helping to destroy. Yet he loves AI—as long as it’s open source.
 
Feature: One Year On, Is Anyone Still Playing Drag x Drive? - Nintendo Life - Google Fri, 14 Aug 2026 15:00:00 GMT
Feature: One Year On, Is Anyone Still Playing Drag x Drive? Nintendo Life
 
NASA-tested vest could cut astronauts' radiation exposure by 60% during major solar storms - TechSpot Fri, 14 Aug 2026 14:42:00 GMT

The AstroRad vest flew around the moon in 2022 on Zohar, one of two female manikins aboard NASA's Orion capsule. Researchers compared Zohar's readings with those from Helga, a second manikin that wore no vest. Both contained thousands of radiation sensors.

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Samsung Is Finally Working on the One Audio Product It’s Missing - Gizmodo - Google Fri, 14 Aug 2026 14:35:09 GMT
  1. Samsung Is Finally Working on the One Audio Product It’s Missing Gizmodo
  2. Samsung has new Galaxy headphones in the works The Verge
  3. Samsung working on AirPods Max 2 killer, likely for 2027 SamMobile
  4. Samsung Galaxy H1 Headphones Leak: Facts vs. Claims Gadget Hacks
  5. Samsung may release the Galaxy H1 full-size headphones in 2027 UA.NEWS
 
OpenAI and Anthropic in price war as Chinese AI rivals gain ground - ArsTechnica Fri, 14 Aug 2026 14:27:14 GMT
US groups release cheaper models after new challenges to their trillion-dollar ambitions.
 
Samsung's $1,900 Galaxy Z Fold 8 still has a serious problem with dust getting into its hinge - TechSpot Fri, 14 Aug 2026 14:11:00 GMT

iFixit's teardown video notes that the Galaxy Z Fold 8 has an IP48 rating, confirming it is protected against foreign objects 1mm in diameter and larger, and can withstand immersion in up to 1.5 meters of fresh water for 30 minutes.

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Sony Wants to Create an Original Character IP to Rival Hello Kitty - IGN - Google Fri, 14 Aug 2026 14:04:35 GMT
  1. Sony Wants to Create an Original Character IP to Rival Hello Kitty IGN
  2. Sony is looking for a new mascot: Why Astro Bot isn't enough PlayFront
  3. Sony Pitches Stressed Out Bear as Its Own Hello Kitty DualShockers
  4. Sony Wants to Create a New Mascot to Rival Hello Kitty Insider Gaming
  5. Sony Reportedly Working On Original Character IPs To Compete With Nintendo And Sega Tech4Gamers
 
This Week in Security: BugTraq, AI Hacks, and Being Dumb On Planes - Hack a Day Fri, 14 Aug 2026 14:00:01 GMT
After a multi-year hiatus, the venerable BugTraq mailing list is back! For decades, BugTraq was the place where vulnerabilities were disclosed, from the early days when nearly all vendors viewed …read more
 
Nine PBS lost access to 50TB of archives when its data center vanished - TechSpot Fri, 14 Aug 2026 13:42:00 GMT

Nine PBS in St. Louis is suing the owner of a Denver-based data center after spending much of this year attempting to regain access to more than 50TB of its archival data. The data center became defunct and changed ownership multiple times under circumstances that remain unclear.

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Black Hole Stars Are Apparently Real and Help Explain a Long-Standing Mystery - CNET Fri, 14 Aug 2026 13:40:41 GMT
Astronomers may have discovered a bizarre new type of star with a black hole at its center.
 
Fire Emblem: Fortune’s Weave difficulty modes detailed - Nintendo Everything - Google Fri, 14 Aug 2026 13:32:29 GMT
  1. Fire Emblem: Fortune’s Weave difficulty modes detailed Nintendo Everything
  2. Nintendo’s next Fire Emblem has a bold new structure The Verge
  3. 'Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave' preview: Anime chess is back with a vengeance Mashable
  4. After 14 years, Nintendo Might Finally Break the Fire Emblem Curse with Fortune's Weave Polygon.com
  5. 20 hours in, I cannot believe the scale, complexity, and ambition of Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave Eurogamer
 
30 New Things Your iPhone Can Do in iOS 27 - MacRumors - Google Fri, 14 Aug 2026 13:24:47 GMT
  1. 30 New Things Your iPhone Can Do in iOS 27 MacRumors
  2. iOS 27 beta leaks all 6 new models in Apple’s iPhone 18 lineup Macworld
  3. 4 Cool New Features Coming to Your iPhone’s Lock Screen Gear Patrol
  4. New in iOS 27 beta 5: 'Before Searching' settings, updated app icons, more AppleInsider
  5. Future Apple wearables, iOS 27 beta 5, iPhone 20 details 9to5Mac
 
2011 Lord Of The Rings Game Didn't Get A "Fair Shake" Launching Near Skyrim, Former WB Boss Says - GameSpot - Google Fri, 14 Aug 2026 13:15:23 GMT
  1. 2011 Lord Of The Rings Game Didn't Get A "Fair Shake" Launching Near Skyrim, Former WB Boss Says GameSpot
  2. The Lord of the Rings: War in the North Dev Warned Warner Bros. Not to Go Up Against Skyrim Back in 2011 IGN
  3. Former WB director says Lord of the Rings: War in the North should never have released at the same time as Skyrim Video Games Chronicle
  4. A long-lost Lord of the Rings action RPG makes a surprise return to Steam pcgamer.com
  5. ‘Look Forward to More Classic The Lord of the Rings Rereleases’ Insider Gaming
 
A smart feeder outage left some cats and dogs without scheduled meals - TechSpot Fri, 14 Aug 2026 13:08:00 GMT

The company said the issue involved communication between the Petlibro app, its devices, and online servers. Its status page later said service had been fully restored, but users continued to report offline devices and missed feeding schedules after that update.

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Gboard's new Rambler feature blew me away when I tried it - Android Police - Google Fri, 14 Aug 2026 13:00:15 GMT
  1. Gboard's new Rambler feature blew me away when I tried it Android Police
  2. I Tried Pixel 11’s New Gemini Features. One Made Me Sound Fluent in Spanish cnet.com
  3. Putting sign language AI into users’ hands Google DeepMind
  4. Pixel 11’s Gboard Rambler is prompt-based, rather than real-time 9to5Google
  5. DeepMind's Newest Model Allows Pixel 11 Devices To Transcribe Sign Language Into Text Engadget
 
You Don’t Always Need a Student ID for Apple’s Back-to-School Deals - CNET Fri, 14 Aug 2026 12:40:29 GMT
Apple has a hidden certified refurbished store that offers the popular MacBook Neo for $100 off.
 
Phantom Blade Zero can run on old GPUs, but you'll need way more for ray tracing - TechSpot Fri, 14 Aug 2026 12:39:00 GMT

Pre-orders are now open for Phantom Blade Zero, a kung fu-themed action-adventure game that aims to follow in the footsteps of prior Chinese hits such as Black Myth: Wukong. Despite featuring highly detailed Unreal Engine 5 graphics, developer S-Game Studio claims that the game can achieve high frame rates on...

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Life on Mars? It Remains a Tantalizing Topic for Scientific Study - CNET Fri, 14 Aug 2026 12:30:00 GMT
Earth’s neighbor still has secrets that science is trying to figure out, and one of them is potential signs of life.
 
Google has another Pixel 11 discount for up to $175 off, here’s where to find it - 9to5Google - Google Fri, 14 Aug 2026 12:30:00 GMT
  1. Google has another Pixel 11 discount for up to $175 off, here’s where to find it 9to5Google
  2. The Pixel 11 series: Your most personal Pixel yet blog.google
  3. Google Pixel 11 vs Samsung Galaxy S26: Specs, price, camera details Mashable
  4. Google’s new Pixel 11 puts Gemini at center of AI phone battle with Apple CNBC
  5. Google becomes latest company to raise prices thanks to memory shortage finance.yahoo.com
 
McLaren Revives Manual in First Stick-Shift Supercar Since F1 - The Drive - Google Fri, 14 Aug 2026 12:00:00 GMT
  1. McLaren Revives Manual in First Stick-Shift Supercar Since F1 The Drive
  2. McLaren's new manual supercar will cost $1.5 million, and client reaction has been 'incredible,' CEO says finance.yahoo.com
  3. Gallery: Aston Martin Valen Photos autoweek.com
  4. Better Late Than Never: McLaren Brings Back a Manual Gearbox with the Sleek McL 6GT Car and Driver
  5. This is the new McL 6GT: the first manual McLaren since 1992’s F1 Top Gear
 
Best Wireless Chargers (2026): My Picks After Testing 100+ - Wired Fri, 14 Aug 2026 12:00:00 GMT
Stop fumbling for cables in the dark. These WIRED-tested stands and pads will take the hassle out of refueling your phone, wireless earbuds, and watch.
 
Google’s Pixel Phones Are Getting a Tap-to-Share Feature for Contact Info and More - CNET Fri, 14 Aug 2026 12:00:00 GMT
Google says the new Quick Share feature is an “instant, two-way exchange” for sharing.
 
Elon Musk earned over 2.5 million times more than Tesla workers as CEO pay surged again - TechSpot Fri, 14 Aug 2026 11:58:00 GMT

A report by the American Federation of Labor and Congress of Industrial Organizations (AFL-CIO) – the largest federation of labor unions in the United States – revealed that CEOs now receive more than 300 times the pay of working people. But that figure excludes Musk because his $158 billion compensation skews the numbers.

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The 4 Best Planners of 2026: Roterunner, Hobonichi, Cloth & Paper - Wired Fri, 14 Aug 2026 11:33:00 GMT
If digital calendars are leaving you lacking, these WIRED-tested paper agendas and notebooks could change your life.
 
SK hynix is now Kioxia's biggest shareholder, but taking control won't be easy - TechSpot Fri, 14 Aug 2026 11:15:00 GMT

Kioxia said that BCPE Pangea Cayman2, known as SPC2, owned 14.19% of its shares as of July 31. Toshiba's stake fell to 14.12% after it sold shares in the market last month, putting SPC2 in the top position.

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Rocket Report: Rocket Lab shows off its flexibility; Blue Origin's two-pad plan - ArsTechnica Fri, 14 Aug 2026 11:00:49 GMT
"We’ve never seen launch capacity so constrained."
 
ShieldFont: Bludgeoning AI Scrapers that Disrespect Robots.txt - Hack a Day Fri, 14 Aug 2026 11:00:48 GMT
In the more innocent days of the World Wide Web you could simply put a robots.txt file in the root of your website that search engine indexing bots and similar …read more
 
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra review: The ultra foldable with an ultra price - Ars Technica - Google Fri, 14 Aug 2026 11:00:05 GMT
  1. Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra review: The ultra foldable with an ultra price Ars Technica
  2. Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 review: your passport to a folding phone future The Guardian
  3. How to Pick the Foldable That’s Right For You: A Guide to the Latest Galaxy Z Series samsung.com
  4. These Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 8 Deals Can Help You Save Big on the Stylish Foldable cnet.com
  5. iFixit's Galaxy Z Fold8 Teardown is a Preview of Apple's Foldable Challenges MacRumors
 
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra review: The ultra foldable with an ultra price - ArsTechnica Fri, 14 Aug 2026 11:00:05 GMT
Samsung didn't have to change much this year because its hardware is just that good.
 
FTC Strikes Deals to Ignore Unlawful Credit Discrimination - Wired Fri, 14 Aug 2026 11:00:00 GMT
The agency signed agreements to not enforce parts of three federal court orders against auto dealers accused of discrimination—and didn’t notify judges or at least one of its coplaintiffs.
 
DeepSeek's AI models are about to cost four times more - Engadget Fri, 14 Aug 2026 10:58:24 GMT
DeepSeek has announced price hikes for its V4 models.
 
These ‘Masturbation Consultants’ Were Hired to Pleasure Themselves With AI - WIRED - Google Fri, 14 Aug 2026 10:45:00 GMT
These ‘Masturbation Consultants’ Were Hired to Pleasure Themselves With AI WIRED
 
These ‘Masturbation Consultants’ Were Hired to Pleasure Themselves With AI - Wired Fri, 14 Aug 2026 10:45:00 GMT
Joi AI hired 10 people to masturbate using AI companions as part of a monthlong “wellness” study. The company claims the practice could help “solve male loneliness.”
 
Best Buy Has a Massive 24-Hour Sale on Magic: The Gathering — Now Live - IGN - Google Fri, 14 Aug 2026 10:37:11 GMT
Best Buy Has a Massive 24-Hour Sale on Magic: The Gathering — Now Live IGN
 
Halo: Campaign Evolved studio outlines five key updates that'll drop with next week's big patch - Eurogamer - Google Fri, 14 Aug 2026 10:35:29 GMT
  1. Halo: Campaign Evolved studio outlines five key updates that'll drop with next week's big patch Eurogamer
  2. Big improvements are coming to Halo: Campaign Evolved OC3D
  3. ‘Out of scale, no mystery, damn ugly’ Halo’s original art director shares his thoughts on Campaign Evolved’s architecture Video Games Chronicle
  4. Halo: Campaign Evolved Sales Estimates Put it at a Nearly 50-50 Split Between Xbox and PS5 Buyers IGN
  5. Halo: Campaign Evolved’s Biggest Competition Might Be Halo GameSpot
 
Best Pixel 10 Cases and Accessories (2026): Mous, dbrand, Bellroy - Wired Fri, 14 Aug 2026 10:31:00 GMT
Protect your Pixel 10a, Pixel 10, or Pixel 10 Pro XL with a tried-and-true phone case, screen protector, and Qi2 charger.
 
I Wore an Electrical Muscle Stimulation Body Suit to Zap Myself Into Fitness - Wired Fri, 14 Aug 2026 10:30:00 GMT
Can electrifying your workout offer a shortcut to a stronger, fitter you? I sweated in a skintight EMS suit for two months to find out.
 
I Wore an Electrical Muscle Stimulation Body Suit to Zap Myself Into Fitness - WIRED - Google Fri, 14 Aug 2026 10:30:00 GMT
I Wore an Electrical Muscle Stimulation Body Suit to Zap Myself Into Fitness WIRED
 
The US will let private companies hack back at cybercriminals for the first time - TechSpot Fri, 14 Aug 2026 10:19:00 GMT

President Donald Trump signed the National Security Presidential Memorandum on Wednesday. The move marks the first time the federal government has authorized private companies to conduct offensive cyber operations.

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People Are ‘Marrying’ Chatbots. These Lawmakers Want to Stop Them - Wired Fri, 14 Aug 2026 10:15:00 GMT
Human-AI marriages are not currently recognized by US law. Some Republican state policymakers are drafting legislation to keep it that way.
 
Ford's Most Sinister Mustang Loses Its Roof But Keeps The Supercharged V8 - Motor1.com - Google Fri, 14 Aug 2026 10:00:00 GMT
  1. Ford's Most Sinister Mustang Loses Its Roof But Keeps The Supercharged V8 Motor1.com
  2. I Started as an Intern — and I Just Helped Engineer the Mustang Dark Horse SC Convertible. Ford From the Road
  3. Ford Chops the Top Off the 795-HP Mustang Dark Horse SC for Open-Air V-8 Thrills Car and Driver
  4. The 2027 Ford Mustang Dark Horse SC Convertible Is the GT500 Successor We’ve Waited For MotorTrend
  5. Sun (and Mustang Dark Horse SC Convertible) rises on Friday Dream Cruise The Detroit News
 
Best Computer Monitors (2026): The Home Office Upgrade You Need - Wired Fri, 14 Aug 2026 10:00:00 GMT
My expert advice on what computer monitor to buy for your home office, ranging from budget-tier to fully featured.
 
5 Weird Tricks for Having a Brain - Wired Fri, 14 Aug 2026 10:00:00 GMT
From the multibrained octopus to the bitty brain organoid, we’re all just inference engines making flawed bets on the future. Here are the five insights your brain will need to survive.
 
Her Brain Was Broken. It Was Fixed With Sound—Not a Scalpel - Wired Fri, 14 Aug 2026 10:00:00 GMT
One woman’s meth addiction was so bad, the only option left might have been brain surgery. Then a single session of noninvasive, focused ultrasound seemed to do what years of treatment could not.
 
Dell XPS 13 Review: Move Over, Neo - Wired Fri, 14 Aug 2026 09:30:00 GMT
It’s amazing how few compromises Dell made to get the new XPS 13 down to $700, but I strongly recommend the $900 model, which comes with 16 GB of RAM.
 
This Art Project Slows Down Citi Bikes to Make NYC’s Rent Crisis Feel Real - Wired Fri, 14 Aug 2026 09:30:00 GMT
Ground Truth makes the shared rental bikes harder to pedal through rent-burdened neighborhoods, offering a tangible way for people to experience income inequality.
 
The Real Reason Data Center Gas Power Plants Are So Dirty - Wired Fri, 14 Aug 2026 09:00:00 GMT
A massive new gas plant in Texas will be built with much less efficient technology than regular gas plants. It’s far from the only data center power project to rely on dirty turbines.
 
High-speed microscopy reveals electrical activity across the brain - MIT Fri, 14 Aug 2026 09:00:00 GMT
The new technique could help scientists learn how the entire brain works to generate decisions and emotions.
 
Apple proposes taking a 5-to-15 percent cut from external App Store payments - Engadget Fri, 14 Aug 2026 08:24:21 GMT
Apple and Google still aren't done facing Epic Games in court.
 
Organic-looking brake assemblies debut on new Czinger 21C Spyder - ArsTechnica Fri, 14 Aug 2026 07:01:15 GMT
Czinger used topological design and additive manufacturing to make the brakes.
 
Trump slaps a 100 percent tariff on heavy and 'sensitive' drones - Engadget Fri, 14 Aug 2026 06:12:39 GMT
President Trump has imposed tariffs up to 100 percent on drones that are "particularly sensitive" for national security.
 
Apple sends out warnings to targets of mercenary spyware attacks - Engadget Fri, 14 Aug 2026 05:27:46 GMT
Apple has recently sent out notifications, warning users that they'd been targeted by mercenary spyware attack.
 
Apple Sends Out Warnings To Targets Of Mercenary Spyware Attacks - Engadget - Google Fri, 14 Aug 2026 05:27:46 GMT
  1. Apple Sends Out Warnings To Targets Of Mercenary Spyware Attacks Engadget
  2. iPhone spyware alert: What Apple customers need to know Mashable
  3. Here's how to check if that Apple Threat Notification on your iPhone is real Yahoo Tech
  4. Apple’s Warnings About Spyware Are Real, Don’t Ignore Them cnet.com
  5. Apple Warns Users in 110 Countries They May Be Targets of Mercenary Spyware The Hacker News
 
Columbia Promo Codes: 15% Off | August 2026 - Wired Fri, 14 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Explore current Columbia deals on jackets, outdoor gear, and apparel. Find active Columbia promo codes, student discounts, and free shipping offers to save on your next adventure.
 
Babbel Promo Code: Up to 65% Off in August 2026 - Wired Fri, 14 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Master a new language with expert-led courses. Use our verified Babbel coupon codes to save up to 65% on student plans and 60% on 6-month subscriptions.
 
Acer Promo Codes: 40% Off - Wired Fri, 14 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
From 40% off accessory bundles to verified student and military discounts, here's how to save on Predator, Nitro, and Swift laptops and monitors at Acer.com.
 
Office Depot Coupons: Save With Promo Codes in August 2026 - Wired Fri, 14 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
From furniture and ink to professional printing services, use an Office Depot discount code to maximize your savings on every workspace essential.
 
HelloFresh Promo Codes: 55% Off for August 2026 - Wired Fri, 14 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Get up to 55% off and free meal boxes using a HelloFresh coupon code in August 2026. Discover our best codes and discounts to let you save time and money.
 
Pura Promo Codes: $20 Off August 2026 - Wired Fri, 14 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Enhance your home's ambiance for less with active Pura promo codes. Find savings on smart diffusers, exclusive scents, and subscribe & save offers.
 
Layla Sleep Coupon: Save Up to $600 in August 2026 - Wired Fri, 14 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Upgrade your sleep setup with the latest Layla promo codes. Save on flippable mattresses, copper-infused pillows, and adjustable bases in August 2026.
 
21% of Nintendo Switch 2 owners have bought Pokémon Pokopia - Video Games Chronicle - Google Fri, 14 Aug 2026 03:07:15 GMT
  1. 21% of Nintendo Switch 2 owners have bought Pokémon Pokopia Video Games Chronicle
  2. Global Sales of Pokémon Pokopia for Nintendo Switch 2 Surpass 5 Million Units businesswire.com
  3. Nintendo shares pop 7% after 'Pokémon Pokopia' sales top 5 million CNBC
  4. One Switch 2 Players in 5 Has Bought This Cozy Pokémon Game Polygon.com
  5. Nintendo Shares Rise as ‘Pokopia’ Global Sales Top 5 Million Bloomberg
 
iPhone 17 Pro One Year Later: What Held Up and What Didn't - MacRumors - Google Thu, 13 Aug 2026 23:58:41 GMT
  1. iPhone 17 Pro One Year Later: What Held Up and What Didn't MacRumors
  2. iPhone 17 Pro Max Price in Saudi Arabia 2026 eyenews.news
  3. Joining the modern world manchesterpress.com
  4. Apple iPhone 17 vs Apple iPhone 18: Check Out the Difference Analytics Insight
  5. Should You Buy an iPhone 17 Now or Wait for iPhone 18? MacRumors
 
Google’s New Pixel 11 Phones Get Higher Starting Prices — Blame the RAM Shortage - CNET Thu, 13 Aug 2026 23:54:08 GMT
This year’s Pixel devices all got pricier. Here’s why.
 
We Spotted So Many Workarounds for Flock’s New Rules on Police Camera Surveillance - CNET Thu, 13 Aug 2026 23:20:06 GMT
Toothless limitations aren’t a great look for Flock’s modern surveillance.
 
Porsche Is Bringing Back the Manual 911 Carrera S - Robb Report - Google Thu, 13 Aug 2026 23:00:00 GMT
  1. Porsche Is Bringing Back the Manual 911 Carrera S Robb Report
  2. The Porsche 911 Carrera S Adds a 6-Speed Stick, But Only for North American Buyers Road & Track
  3. Gallery: Acura Nexera Concept Photos autoweek.com
  4. 911 GT3 Buyers Helped Convince Porsche To Give The Carrera S A Manual Motor1.com
  5. Three pedals. Six speeds. Endless smiles. The manual 911 Carrera S returns to North America Porsche Newsroom
 
Mico, Microsoft's weird lil' AI guy, has been demoted - Engadget Thu, 13 Aug 2026 22:51:31 GMT
The amorphous corporate mascot will no longer haunt Copilot Voice.
 
WhatsApp Fights Back Against Scammers With New AI Alert Tool - CNET Thu, 13 Aug 2026 22:45:26 GMT
Meta’s new Scam Alert tool will flag potential scam texts in WhatsApp while your messages stay encrypted.
 
The Safety Reckoning Inside OpenAI - Wired Thu, 13 Aug 2026 22:37:19 GMT
OpenAI’s rogue agent hack was a watershed moment for AI safety and cybersecurity. It also sparked internal questions about the culture that led to it.
 
Pixel Watch 5 vs. Galaxy Watch 9: Comparing Google and Samsung’s New Watches - CNET Thu, 13 Aug 2026 22:20:58 GMT
Both new watches from Google and Samsung can work with any Android phone, but they have different features and perks.
 
US wait times for cancer surgeries are getting longer and longer - ArsTechnica Thu, 13 Aug 2026 22:17:29 GMT
Study finds wait times for cancer surgeries hit 10-year high.
 
Using AI Shopping Carts Could Lead You to Spend More Money, Study Says - CNET Thu, 13 Aug 2026 22:16:25 GMT
Smart screens mounted on shopping carts might change people’s behavior at grocery stores in a few interesting ways.
 
Cloud storage is great until your vendor goes out of business - Engadget Thu, 13 Aug 2026 22:04:16 GMT
A St. Louis PBS station is suing a data center provider to rescue a 70-year archive.
 
Disgruntled security researcher just dropped another Windows zero-day, right on schedule - TechSpot Thu, 13 Aug 2026 21:53:00 GMT

NightmareEclipse and Microsoft keep clashing over zero-day vulnerabilities in Windows. The researcher, who pledged to give Redmond security hell, is back with ShieldBreak, a new flaw in Windows Defender that can be abused to gain complete, unfettered access to a Windows device and all its data.

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Pixel Watch 5 Will Call Emergency Services if It Detects a Breathing Emergency - CNET Thu, 13 Aug 2026 21:51:01 GMT
The new feature will be available on the Pixel Watch 4 as well.
 
OpenAI Now Has a ChatGPT Desktop App for Linux - CNET Thu, 13 Aug 2026 21:50:38 GMT
Ubuntu, Debian and Fedora distributions get first dibs.
 
Netflix shuts down Oxenfree studio Night School weeks after praising its 'really solid numbers' - Engadget Thu, 13 Aug 2026 21:24:22 GMT
Execs praised Night School's latest game, Unhinged, before pulling the rug.
 
Shoppers Outside the US May Have to Wait Longer for the Folding iPhone, Report Suggests - CNET Thu, 13 Aug 2026 21:21:42 GMT
A variety of issues could slow down the rollout of the anticipated new Apple device.
 
The Future Of Roku As An Affordable Streaming Platform Is Looking Bleak - bgr.com - Google Thu, 13 Aug 2026 21:17:00 GMT
The Future Of Roku As An Affordable Streaming Platform Is Looking Bleak bgr.com
 
Mark Zuckerberg’s AI Manifesto Is 6,500 Words—and Barely Says Anything - Wired Thu, 13 Aug 2026 21:14:43 GMT
AI is shifting the culture, from tech CEO manifestos to 1 am job interviews. We unpack some of the latest, along with the top findings from Black Hat and Defcon, this week on Uncanny Valley.
 
X is testing a tool that will let users see if their posts have been 'shadowbanned' - Engadget Thu, 13 Aug 2026 21:10:21 GMT
The feature is rolling out as the company open-sources more of its ranking algorithm.
 
One UI 9.5 shows up on a Galaxy phone before Samsung is even done with One UI 9 - androidauthority.com - Google Thu, 13 Aug 2026 21:08:00 GMT
  1. One UI 9.5 shows up on a Galaxy phone before Samsung is even done with One UI 9 androidauthority.com
  2. One UI 9.5 looks like glass is these new rumors, and it looks pretty clean Android Central
  3. Samsung starts early testing of One UI 9.5 for Galaxy S26 series SamMobile
  4. Still in beta: One UI 9 Beta 5 is rolls out for Galaxy S26 amid 9.5 rumors Yahoo Tech
  5. Samsung, Google resume Google Play System update for Galaxy S26 running One UI 9.0 beta SamMobile
 
This AI Chatbot Was Just One Busy Guy, and He Has Hit His Limit - CNET Thu, 13 Aug 2026 20:46:55 GMT
People ask Tucker Bryant’s ChatTJB for advice on everything from their fiction and personal dilemmas to how they should spend their free time.
 
Candy Crush generates nearly $1 billion annually, 14 years after launch - TechSpot Thu, 13 Aug 2026 20:38:00 GMT

In FY 2025, Candy Crush Saga reportedly generated $876.5 million in revenue, with most of it coming from in-app purchases. While that sounds impressive, it marks a slight dip from the previous six years, when the game generated more than $1 billion in annual revenue.

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Hosting provider Namecheap is down after data center cooling failure - Engadget Thu, 13 Aug 2026 20:01:57 GMT
Hosting provider Namecheap is down after data center cooling failure.
 
Qualcomm's Snapdragon C wants to be the Arm chip for $300 laptops - TechSpot Thu, 13 Aug 2026 19:47:00 GMT

The processor has eight Qualcomm Kryo CPU cores. Qualcomm lists a maximum clock speed of 3 GHz for single-core workloads and 2 GHz for multi-core workloads, along with 2 MB of total cache. Its specification notes provide some additional detail but do not fully explain how the chip behaves under...

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Private security firms will soon be allowed to hack overseas cybercriminals - ArsTechnica Thu, 13 Aug 2026 19:38:58 GMT
Trump memo is first time gov't has authorized private sector to perform cyberattacks.
 
Virgin Galactic wants your help naming its new Delta class spaceship - ArsTechnica Thu, 13 Aug 2026 19:12:15 GMT
Will it be the VSS... Horizon, Explorer, Ascend or Apeiron?
 
Windows 11's new CPU-boosting speed trick is rolling out to all apps - TechSpot Thu, 13 Aug 2026 19:02:00 GMT

Microsoft began rolling out the new Low Latency Profile (LLP) feature to all Windows 11 users earlier this week. The change is part of KB5121003, this month's Patch Tuesday update for all supported Windows editions, and should have a significant impact on performance across the Windows GUI, native OS apps,...

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Windows 11's new CPU-boosting speed trick is rolling out to all apps - TechSpot - Google Thu, 13 Aug 2026 19:02:00 GMT
  1. Windows 11's new CPU-boosting speed trick is rolling out to all apps TechSpot
  2. Windows 11’s faster app launches released today, enable it using these steps Windows Latest
  3. Windows 11 Gets Dynamic File Sizes in File Explorer, Low Latency Profile for Apps, and More TechPowerUp
  4. Microsoft is almost ready to let you move the Windows 11 taskbar, just like in Windows 95 Windows Central
  5. Microsoft Issues New Release Preview Channel Builds Thurrott.com
 
US government to allow private companies to carry out cyberattacks on its behalf - Engadget Thu, 13 Aug 2026 18:52:06 GMT
US government to allow private companies to carry out cyberattacks on its behalf.
 
Ukrainian drones wipe out entire US tank brigade in live war game - ArsTechnica Thu, 13 Aug 2026 18:31:56 GMT
Ukrainian drone pilots teach the US military and NATO hard battlefield lessons.
 
The best Spotify alternatives to ease your conscience - Engadget Thu, 13 Aug 2026 18:30:00 GMT
There are loads of options for getting new music into your ears if you're fed up with Spotify.
 
Anthropic's Claude tried to solve the Riemann hypothesis and found something new instead - TechSpot Thu, 13 Aug 2026 18:22:00 GMT

The company says an unreleased research version of the model found a new way to show that at least 67.2% of those zeros lie on the critical line, up from the previous lower bound of 41.6%. This is a step forward on a related problem, not a solution to the...

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Instagram Has a New Logo for Some Reason - CNET Thu, 13 Aug 2026 18:11:09 GMT
Some users are already joking that the new logo reads “Instagzam.”
 
Flock “can’t tech its way out” of the stalker cop problem, experts say - ArsTechnica Thu, 13 Aug 2026 18:10:14 GMT
Flock to lock out cops who stalk exes, but agencies can still hide abuse.
 
Comet gets you a free AI assistant directly into your web browser - TechSpot Thu, 13 Aug 2026 18:03:00 GMT
Comet combines a familiar Chromium browsing experience with Perplexity's AI assistant that can summarize pages, answer questions, and help with tasks across tabs. For more browser options, including traditional alternatives, check out our Essential Apps for Windows and macOS.
 
Google’s Gemini 3.7 Flash targets coding and agents with a 50% introductory price cut - VentureBeat - Google Thu, 13 Aug 2026 18:02:54 GMT
  1. Google’s Gemini 3.7 Flash targets coding and agents with a 50% introductory price cut VentureBeat
  2. Introducing Gemini 3.7 Flash blog.google
  3. Google announces Gemini 3.7 Flash just three weeks after previous release Ars Technica
  4. New Gemini Flash model arrives before Gemini 3.5 Pro Axios
  5. Google unveils Gemini 3.7 Flash AI model for coding, agent workflows Reuters
 
What's next for Restart - restart.run - Google Thu, 13 Aug 2026 17:59:50 GMT
  1. What's next for Restart restart.run
  2. Walmart-backed gaming publication lays off editorial team Digiday
  3. The video game site backed by Walmart has laid off its editorial team Game Developer
  4. Restart, Walmart's Gaming Site, Lays Off Entire Editorial Team Aftermath
  5. The gaming site sponsored by Walmart lays off its editorial staff The Verge
 
Pet owners say smart pet feeder outage led to furry ones going unfed - ArsTechnica Thu, 13 Aug 2026 17:53:53 GMT
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Microsoft patches LegacyHive Windows zero-day vulnerability - BleepingComputer - Google Thu, 13 Aug 2026 17:46:20 GMT
  1. Microsoft patches LegacyHive Windows zero-day vulnerability BleepingComputer
  2. Shattering the Dream – When a Job Offer Becomes a Zero-Day Attack Check Point Research
  3. Microsoft Plugs Nearly 400 Security Holes Krebs on Security
  4. Lazarus Exploits Windows Zero-Day to Gain SYSTEM Access and Deploy Backdoor The Hacker News
  5. Windows 10’s latest patch keeps your Secure Boot certificates on track PCWorld
 
Pokémon Bank App Ends Service in February 2027 - Anime News Network - Google Thu, 13 Aug 2026 17:30:37 GMT
  1. Pokémon Bank App Ends Service in February 2027 Anime News Network
  2. Pokémon Bank Shutdown Date Confirmed – Classic Pokémon Transfers Are Ending VICE
  3. Pokemon Bank is shutting down, announcement released Nintendo Everything
  4. Pokémon FireRed and LeafGreen Update Coming This October, as Ruby and Sapphire Speculation Swirls IGN
  5. How To Empty Your Pokémon Bank Before It Shuts Down Kotaku
 
Flock tries to make its cameras harder for cops to misuse - Engadget Thu, 13 Aug 2026 17:25:34 GMT
Flock tries to make its cameras harder for cops to misuse.
 
GTA 6 Netflix Extended Look Could be Three Episodes - Insider Gaming - Google Thu, 13 Aug 2026 17:02:04 GMT
  1. GTA 6 Netflix Extended Look Could be Three Episodes Insider Gaming
  2. Grand Theft Auto VI: An Extended Look Rockstar Games
  3. DF Direct Weekly #276: GTA 6 An Extended Look Reveal Reaction, Quakecon 2026, Xbox 360 On PC Alienware Arena
  4. Grand Theft Auto VI: An Extended Look is Premiering Exclusively on Netflix netflix.com
  5. New GTA 6 Gameplay Features Leak Ahead of Netflix Stream VICE
 
This modder shrunk a Steam Deck down to Game Boy size - TechSpot Thu, 13 Aug 2026 16:16:00 GMT

Fitting the AMOLED panel, completing the adapter board and applying the BIOS modification will determine whether the device can function as a self-contained handheld.

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Suno is trying to look more like a real music production tool - The Verge - Google Thu, 13 Aug 2026 16:00:00 GMT
  1. Suno is trying to look more like a real music production tool The Verge
  2. Suno launches Studio 2.0 with MIDI support, an AI chat bar… and no download limit Music Business Worldwide
  3. Suno’s Studio 2.0 adds an AI chatbot that can control your project, transform sounds and generate custom plugins MusicRadar
  4. Suno Studio 2.0's new chat feature lets you talk to your DAW like it's a bandmate the-decoder.com
  5. Suno Studio 2.0 puts an AI assistant in the DAW MusicTech
 
The Painful Truth of Exactly How ICE’s New Shock Gloves Work - Wired Thu, 13 Aug 2026 15:57:12 GMT
ICE is spending millions on shock gloves designed to overpower subjects through intense, localized pain.
 
Nvidia raises RTX Pro 6000 Blackwell price to a staggering $16,000 - TechSpot Thu, 13 Aug 2026 15:33:00 GMT

The RTX Pro 6000 has gone through multiple price revisions since its launch, driven by the AI-fueled memory crunch. It originally went on pre-order for just over $7,600 in early 2025 before being listed online at around $8,500 the following month.

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Google Pixel Watch 5 First Look: Move Over Galaxy, This Might Be My New Favorite Android Smartwatch - PCMag - Google Thu, 13 Aug 2026 15:30:51 GMT
  1. Google Pixel Watch 5 First Look: Move Over Galaxy, This Might Be My New Favorite Android Smartwatch PCMag
  2. Google’s Wearables Will Track Insulin Resistance in Category First Bloomberg
  3. Pixel Watch 5: Proactive assistance and advanced health tracking on your wrist blog.google
  4. Pixel Watch 5 vs. Galaxy Watch 9: Comparing Google and Samsung’s New Watches cnet.com
  5. Google’s Pixel Watch 5 Can Now Detect Breathing Emergencies WIRED
 
The stunning new V8 Koenigsegg CCGT1 celebrates a racecar… that never raced - Top Gear - Google Thu, 13 Aug 2026 15:25:00 GMT
  1. The stunning new V8 Koenigsegg CCGT1 celebrates a racecar… that never raced Top Gear
  2. Meet The 1,600-HP Koenigsegg CCGT1: A Race Car In Disguise Motor1.com
  3. Koenigsegg Debuts Race-Style Sequential Shift System Inside the CCGT1 Hypebeast
  4. New Koenigsegg CCGT1 Hypercar Offers Yet Another Way to Shift With Your Hands The Drive
  5. CCGT1 - Front-Wide Cision News
 
Metagame Mentor: Standard After the Bans and Four Pillars for the RCQs - magic.gg - Google Thu, 13 Aug 2026 15:04:16 GMT
  1. Metagame Mentor: Standard After the Bans and Four Pillars for the RCQs magic.gg
  2. Magic: The Gathering Bans Powerful Marvel Super Heroes Card VICE
  3. MTG Play Designer On The Fantasticar: Pretty Clear We Made A Mistake Star City Games
  4. WIZARDS BANS THREE IN 'MAGIC: THE GATHERING' STANDARD FORMAT ICv2
  5. MTG's August 10 Banned & Restricted Update: ATLA Cards Banned, Community Reacts, And Market Movements Yahoo
 
Free Play Days – Gears of War: E-Day Open Beta, Sunderfolk and Asdivine Cross - XBOX Wire - Google Thu, 13 Aug 2026 15:02:10 GMT
  1. Free Play Days – Gears of War: E-Day Open Beta, Sunderfolk and Asdivine Cross XBOX Wire
  2. Gears of War: E-Day Multiplayer Beta Opens To All, No More Room In Hell 2 and Hell Let Loose: Vietnam Launch This Week With DLSS 4.5 NVIDIA
  3. Xbox Game Pass drops $135 worth of freebies for this weekend only, including an exclusive AAA shooter GAMINGbible
  4. Gears of War: E-Day's Steam player count has once again blown past the series all-time peak thanks to the b... Yahoo Tech
  5. Gears of War: E-Day Details Major Tweaks and Improvements Ahead of Beta Weekend 2 VICE
 
Still Not Sold on Dawnwalker? Dev Presents 'Everything You Need to Know' About the Open World RPG - Push Square - Google Thu, 13 Aug 2026 15:00:00 GMT
  1. Still Not Sold on Dawnwalker? Dev Presents 'Everything You Need to Know' About the Open World RPG Push Square
  2. Rebel Wolves shows all there is to know about the content of its next game, The Blood of Dawnwalker Instant Gaming News
  3. The Blood of Dawnwalker looks like the real deal gamingnexus.com
  4. The Blood of Dawnwalker received a detailed overview of its gameplay features. GameGPU
  5. The Blood of Dawnwalker's new trailer breaks down world, villain, and systems before September 3 launch GamingTrend
 
JCB's hydrogen car Hydromax hits 406 mph record at Bonneville - TechSpot Thu, 13 Aug 2026 14:55:00 GMT

Green drove JCB's Hydromax, a specially built vehicle designed to test hydrogen combustion at extreme speeds. The British equipment manufacturer is developing hydrogen engines for its construction and agricultural machinery, and the record run was intended to demonstrate what the technology can do under demanding conditions.

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Total War: Warhammer 3 Just Confirmed the Release Date for Its Biggest Piece of DLC in the Series 10-Year History - IGN - Google Thu, 13 Aug 2026 14:54:06 GMT
  1. Total War: Warhammer 3 Just Confirmed the Release Date for Its Biggest Piece of DLC in the Series 10-Year History IGN
  2. Four Lords of the End Times join Total War: Warhammer III Warhammer Community
  3. Russian tactics game "Sparta 2035" with three add-ons is being given away on PC ixbt.games
  4. Total War: WARHAMMER III New DLC 'Thrones of Decay' Launches September 24 Inven Global
  5. Fan-favourite Warhammer villain Thanquol reveals his grand schemes ahead of Lords of the End Times DLC release Gamereactor UK
 
Should ‘The Downfall Of ARC Raiders’ Be Studied? - Forbes - Google Thu, 13 Aug 2026 14:30:41 GMT
  1. Should ‘The Downfall Of ARC Raiders’ Be Studied? Forbes
  2. Explosive Predictions in Arc Raiders Yahoo Tech
 
This mouse splits in half to become a presentation remote - TechSpot Thu, 13 Aug 2026 14:18:00 GMT

Created by MBox, the DS21 is described as a three-in-one control hub aimed at people who regularly move between a desk, conference room, and living room.

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iPhone Ultra may face delayed international rollout - AppleInsider - Google Thu, 13 Aug 2026 14:13:00 GMT
  1. iPhone Ultra may face delayed international rollout AppleInsider
  2. EXCLUSIVE: Apple To Show iPhone Fold But Won’t Ship, Australia Faces Months-Long Wait channelnews.com.au
  3. Apple's iPhone Ultra might have a staggered, country-by-country rollout Mashable
  4. Shoppers Outside the US May Have to Wait Longer for the Folding iPhone, Report Suggests cnet.com
  5. 'Everyone' at Apple Apparently Calls Foldable 'iPhone Ultra' MacRumors
 
Twitch Admits ‘Nobody Would Opt-In’ To AI Training, Here’s How To Opt-Out - Forbes - Google Thu, 13 Aug 2026 14:02:13 GMT
  1. Twitch Admits ‘Nobody Would Opt-In’ To AI Training, Here’s How To Opt-Out Forbes
  2. ‘Slap to the face’: Twitch creators respond to platform policy on Gen AI content NBC News
  3. Twitch faces backlash over Amazon using content to train AI BBC
  4. Twitch streamers can now opt out from training Amazon’s AI The Verge
  5. Amazon’s Twitch is using livestreams to train its generative AI, and nobody’s happy with it GeekWire
 
Sensor Tower: 89% of GTA6 preorders are for the $100 ultimate edition - GamesIndustry.biz - Google Thu, 13 Aug 2026 14:00:44 GMT
  1. Sensor Tower: 89% of GTA6 preorders are for the $100 ultimate edition GamesIndustry.biz
  2. ‘GTA 6’ Pre-Orders Reach ‘Unprecedented and Astonishing’ Level in June Quarter, Take-Two Interactive CEO Says variety.com
  3. Take-Two touts 'unprecedented GTA VI pre-orders', but maintains bookings target Reuters
  4. GTA 6 Preorders Alone Could Pay For Production Budget – Expert GameSpot
  5. GTA 6’s $100 Ultimate Edition Makes Up 89% of Pre-Orders Insider Gaming
 
“Back to the roots of endurance riding” – new Trek Domane ditches IsoSpeed and in-frame storage to save 305 grams - BikeRadar - Google Thu, 13 Aug 2026 14:00:00 GMT
  1. “Back to the roots of endurance riding” – new Trek Domane ditches IsoSpeed and in-frame storage to save 305 grams BikeRadar
  2. The new Trek Domane is all speed but, for the first time, not IsoSpeed Canadian Cycling Magazine
  3. Why Trek Ditched IsoSpeed on the New Domane—and What Riders Get Instead bicycling.com
  4. Trek Domane 2027 review: Is less more? Escape Collective
  5. IsoSpeed decoupled: Trek bins off comfort-enhancing tech with all-new Domane Cyclingnews
 
Microsoft is killing off SMS login codes, citing AI-powered hacking - TechSpot Thu, 13 Aug 2026 13:49:00 GMT

IT admins will no longer be able to log into Microsoft Entra ID accounts using SMS-based 2FA codes starting February 1. The deadline is part of Microsoft's broader shift toward passkeys, widely considered one of the most secure login methods.

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Microsoft starts merging its Copilot consumer and business apps in advance of 'Super App' rollout - GeekWire - Google Thu, 13 Aug 2026 13:30:43 GMT
  1. Microsoft starts merging its Copilot consumer and business apps in advance of 'Super App' rollout GeekWire
  2. Mico, Microsoft's Weird Lil' AI Guy, Has Been Demoted Engadget
  3. Microsoft simplifies AI offerings with unified Copilot app rollout Windows Central
  4. Microsoft’s Clippy-like Mico character is no longer the face of Copilot The Verge
  5. Microsoft kills off unsuccessful AI features while merging its separate Copilot apps TechCrunch
 
Why This Prediction Market Banned Teens - Wired Thu, 13 Aug 2026 13:30:00 GMT
Jacob Fortinsky, the CEO and cofounder of the new prediction market Novig, says his outfit isn’t like those other markets. You know the ones.
 
The memory crisis is killing off sub-$100 smartphones as US sales plunge 64% - TechSpot Thu, 13 Aug 2026 13:23:00 GMT

Counterpoint Research writes that US smartphone sales fell by 5% YoY in Q2 2026, with memory price increases the main culprit alongside other macroeconomic factors weakening consumer demand.

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GeForce NOW On Linux Native App Exits Beta - phoronix.com - Google Thu, 13 Aug 2026 13:21:00 GMT
  1. GeForce NOW On Linux Native App Exits Beta phoronix.com
  2. GeForce NOW Shakes Up August With 26 New Games NVIDIA Blog
  3. NVIDIA GeForce NOW for Linux Officially Arrives TechPowerUp
  4. NVIDIA GeForce NOW is high-end gaming everywhere without a headache [Video] 9to5Google
  5. GeForce Now adds nine more games this week KitGuru
 
Cargo thieves are staging car crashes to steal AI data center hardware - TechSpot Thu, 13 Aug 2026 13:01:00 GMT

The shipments were moving from Silicon Valley to Southern California, according to Gerardo Pachuca, a freight security consultant and former Los Angeles sheriff's detective. Each truck was being followed by a private escort vehicle. In one case, another driver rear-ended the escort car and fled. In the other, a vehicle...

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Phantom Blade Zero PC Specs Stay Modest, yet an RTX 5080 is the Price of Full Path Tracing at 4K@60FPS - Wccftech - Google Thu, 13 Aug 2026 13:01:00 GMT
  1. Phantom Blade Zero PC Specs Stay Modest, yet an RTX 5080 is the Price of Full Path Tracing at 4K@60FPS Wccftech
  2. Watch the Phantom Blade Zero gameplay deep dive State of Play on August 17, pre-orders live today PlayStation.Blog
  3. Phantom Blade Zero: How Donnie Yen Is Pushing Action Games to New Heights IGN
  4. New Phantom Blade Zero Trailer Reveals Donnie Yen And An Upcoming State of Play Game Informer
  5. Chinese Games on a Roll: Phantom Blade Zero Hits #1 on Steam in One Day, Wukong Sales Surge with Discount Inven Global
 
After this week's Elder Scrolls 6 tease, fans think they've figured out its full name - and it was hidden in Starfield all along - Eurogamer - Google Thu, 13 Aug 2026 12:57:59 GMT
  1. After this week's Elder Scrolls 6 tease, fans think they've figured out its full name - and it was hidden in Starfield all along Eurogamer
  2. 'One flag for each laid off dev:' Union workers stage unmissable protest for Xbox boss Asha Sharma Game Developer
  3. Fans Try To Decipher The Elder Scrolls VI’s Censored Subtitle Forbes
  4. Elder Scrolls 6: Full game title may have just been confirmed Notebookcheck
  5. In Protest Of Mass Layoffs, Bethesda Devs Greet Xbox Leadership With A Giant Inflatable Rat Kotaku
 
HallPass says its embarrassing AI-generated candy typos were intentional rage bait - TechSpot Thu, 13 Aug 2026 12:29:00 GMT

The three low-calorie HallPass bars, which each contain 70 calories per package and just 1g of sugar, arrive on Walmart shelves nationwide on August 29. They're the work of Peter Rahal, the cofounder of David Protein and RxBar, and Michael Tierney, the founder of Stuffed Puffs.

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Ninja Just Launched Its First Water Filter. Here’s What It Does That Others Don’t - CNET Thu, 13 Aug 2026 12:05:49 GMT
I’ve tested over 10 water filter systems. Ninja’s $200 offering does a few things they don’t.
 
The Best Samsung Galaxy S26 Cases (2026): S26, S26+, and S26 Ultra - Wired Thu, 13 Aug 2026 12:05:00 GMT
Protect your Samsung phone with these cases and screen protectors.
 
Mafia: Definitive Edition Is Potentially Set for a Native PS5 Version - Push Square - Google Thu, 13 Aug 2026 12:00:00 GMT
  1. Mafia: Definitive Edition Is Potentially Set for a Native PS5 Version Push Square
  2. Here's What The Mafia: Definitive Edition Upgrade Looks Like On Xbox Series X|S Pure Xbox
  3. 'A Surviving Franchise' — After 25 Years of Ups and Downs, the Mafia Games and the People Who Make Them Are Alive and Kicking IGN
  4. Mafia Remake Joins The Old Country on PS5 in Full Series Collection with 60FPS, Visual Upgrades Push Square
  5. GTA 6 publisher drops free PS5 upgrade for open-world remake, but PS Plus users can't claim it GAMINGbible
 
Over 1,500 games on GOG are missing updates, DLC, and features available elsewhere - TechSpot Thu, 13 Aug 2026 11:58:00 GMT

According to a continually updated online spreadsheet, hundreds of games on GOG are missing updates, downloadable content, languages, and other features available via different launchers, such as Steam. Major examples include Fallout 4, No Man's Sky, and the Metro series.

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Nintendo Now Warning In-Store Customers of Switch 2 Price Hike, With Just Over 2 Weeks to Go Until Cost Increases - IGN - Google Thu, 13 Aug 2026 11:45:03 GMT
  1. Nintendo Now Warning In-Store Customers of Switch 2 Price Hike, With Just Over 2 Weeks to Go Until Cost Increases IGN
  2. Costco’s great Switch 2 console bundle includes over $100 in free stuff The Verge
  3. Nintendo announces upcoming price hike for Switch 2 and more (UPDATE) gonintendo.com
  4. Land Switch 2 consoles at a discount now before the price jumps up in just over two weeks 9to5toys.com
  5. Nintendo Switch games and accessories are up to 50% off at Amazon — 15 deals I'd shop before summer is over Tom's Guide
 
Twitch finally lets you opt out of AI training, years after it started - TechSpot Thu, 13 Aug 2026 11:15:00 GMT

Twitch announced on its official X channel that it has added a setting that allows users to opt out of having their channel content used to train generative AI models across Amazon.

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The Google Pixelsnap Charger With Stand Is 50 Percent Off Right Now - Wired Thu, 13 Aug 2026 11:00:00 GMT
Speedy Qi2 wireless charging in a magnetic puck and stand combo makes Google’s Pixelsnap well worth grabbing at half price.
 
Bethesda finally "looking into" patching Oblivion Remastered on PC, PS5 and Xbox amid praise for Switch 2 release - Eurogamer - Google Thu, 13 Aug 2026 10:50:38 GMT
  1. Bethesda finally "looking into" patching Oblivion Remastered on PC, PS5 and Xbox amid praise for Switch 2 release Eurogamer
  2. After giving it 2 patches and dropping it like a stone, Bethesda promises to bring Switch 2 optimisations t... Yahoo Tech
  3. The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered arrives on Nintendo Switch 2 - News - Nintendo Official Site Nintendo
  4. Bethesda Finally Confirms The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered Patch Is Coming IGN
  5. Oblivion Remastered Gets a Full Cartridge on Switch 2 GameLuster
 
RTX 5090 prices rise 41% in Korea since January, Danawa warns RTX 50 prices may climb further - VideoCardz.com - Google Thu, 13 Aug 2026 10:21:16 GMT
  1. RTX 5090 prices rise 41% in Korea since January, Danawa warns RTX 50 prices may climb further VideoCardz.com
  2. NVIDIA RTX 50 Series Median Prices Jump Up to 41% in August, with MSRP Now a Distant Dream TechPowerUp
  3. Nvidia doubles RTX PRO 6000 Blackwell's MSRP to a staggering $16,000 — 96GB card started pre-orders below $8,000 last year Tom's Hardware
  4. The top five tiers of Nvidia's GPU stack are now priced out of all proportion pcgamer.com
  5. Nvidia’s RTX 5060 Ti 16GB now costs more than an RTX 5070 OC3D
 
In a Heat Wave, Schizophrenia Is So Much Deadlier Than Any Other Medical Condition - Wired Thu, 13 Aug 2026 10:16:33 GMT
People with schizophrenia face a perfect storm of dangers on a hotter planet.
 
4GB vs. 8GB VRAM: The 1080p Benchmark - TechSpot Thu, 13 Aug 2026 10:14:00 GMT
AMD is launching a 4GB GPU in 2026, so we revisited the Radeon RX 6500 XT to see how 4GB and 8GB versions compare in modern games. The results are predictably ugly.
 
5 Best Android Tablets in 2026: Samsung, TCL, Amazon, and More - Wired Thu, 13 Aug 2026 10:00:00 GMT
Whether you need a portable, around-the-house entertainment center or a full-on laptop replacement, these are the best Android tablets.
 
The 10 Best Cooling Mattresses for Hot Sleepers (2026) - Wired Thu, 13 Aug 2026 09:35:00 GMT
Nothing ruins a great night of sleep faster than getting too hot. We slept on a myriad of cooling mattresses to find which ones drew the heat away best.
 
CBP Workers Allegedly Used Government Databases to Spy on Exes, Crushes, and Colleagues - Wired Thu, 13 Aug 2026 09:30:00 GMT
Records obtained by WIRED detail hundreds of allegations of Customs and Border Protection workers misusing internal tools to look up romantic interests and track colleagues’ cell phones.
 
There’s a Fatty Liver Epidemic. AI Could Help Get Ahead of It - Wired Thu, 13 Aug 2026 09:00:00 GMT
Over a billion people worldwide have livers with excess fat, which can lead to a host of medical problems. Researchers think AI tools can spot the condition—and help stop it—early enough to save lives.
 
Naturepedic Promo Codes: Get 20% Off Plus Free Pillows - Wired Thu, 13 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Shop the Naturepedic sale this 2026.
 
Jabra Promo Codes: 30% Off Headphones, Headsets & More - Wired Thu, 13 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Unlock significant savings on Jabra headphones, headsets, and speakers with our verified promo codes, exclusive coupons, and limited-time deals.
 
Herman Miller Promo Codes: 40% Off August 2026 - Wired Thu, 13 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Whether you’re looking for a Herman Miller promo code or discounts in their sale, here is how to save on the world's best ergonomic office furniture in August 2026.
 
Factor Promo Code: 50% Off Off Meal Prep - Wired Thu, 13 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Make meal prep easier for any dietary need while enjoying great savings with our hand-picked Factor discount codes this August.
 
Bose Promo Code: 40% Off for August 2026 - Wired Thu, 13 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Get at least 40% off headphones, speakers, soundbars, and other audio products from Bose.
 
Braun Promo Codes: 15% Off August - Wired Thu, 13 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Unlock exclusive savings on Braun IPL, shavers, and grooming products. Find verified Braun promo codes and expert tips to maximize your discounts.
 
Alo Discount Code: 20% Off August 2026 - Wired Thu, 13 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Refresh your workout wardrobe. Save on buttery-soft leggings, chic streetwear, and activewear essentials with verified Alo Yoga discount codes, free shipping, and loyalty program perks.
 
Visible Promo Codes and Coupons for August 2026 - Wired Thu, 13 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Find great deals and promo codes for Visible at WIRED and save big, whether you're a long-time customer or a newbie.
 
Shark Promo Codes for August 2026 - Wired Thu, 13 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Shark makes some seriously powerful vacuums, from handheld vacs to steam mops. Don’t miss $100 off, 10% off, and more limited-time coupons from WIRED.
 
HostGator Coupon Codes: 76% Off Hosting in August 2026 - Wired Thu, 13 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Unlock massive savings on HostGator web hosting, WordPress, VPS, and business email plans with our exclusive HostGator promo codes and deals.
 
Priceline Promo Codes & Coupons: 10% Off August 2026 - Wired Thu, 13 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Unlock massive discounts on Priceline hotels, flights, and rental cars. Find verified Priceline coupon codes and deals for Express Deals, student discounts, and more.
 
Castlery Promo Codes: 15% Off for August 2026 - Wired Thu, 13 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Refresh your living space for less with these verified Castlery coupons, including free shipping offers and furniture set discounts.
 
Researchers uncover hidden pore network within nuclear fuel - MIT Thu, 13 Aug 2026 04:00:00 GMT
New understanding of how nuclear fuel breaks down and changes in an operating nuclear reactor could help keep some reactors running longer, will inform the next generation of nuclear reactor fuel systems.
 
The Best Photos of the Big August Solar Eclipse - Wired Wed, 12 Aug 2026 22:47:30 GMT
It’s been a century since the Iberian Peninsula has been in the full shadow of the moon. Here’s what it looked like in the path of totality.
 
The White House Is Going to Expand Its AI Policy - Wired Wed, 12 Aug 2026 21:00:00 GMT
Open models may soon be added to an updated AI framework, sources tell WIRED, as the White House continues to grapple with how to regulate a technology it has tried not to regulate.
 
Featured video: An “MIT story” about an iconic professor - MIT Wed, 12 Aug 2026 20:25:00 GMT
A new short film from MIT Open Learning explores the influential career of Institute Professor and School of Engineering Dean Paula Hammond.
 
MIT selected to lead new NSF materials research center - MIT Wed, 12 Aug 2026 20:15:00 GMT
The Materials Research Science and Engineering Center unites researchers across disciplines to develop technologies for medical imaging, sustainable metals production, and next-generation electronics.
 
Astronomers discover a brand-new type of astrophysical object: A black hole star - MIT Wed, 12 Aug 2026 15:00:00 GMT
The mashup of a black hole and an enormous star has never been seen before and could explain the mysterious little red dots often found in deep-space images.
 
Met Warehouse opens as the new home of MIT’s School of Architecture and Planning - MIT Wed, 12 Aug 2026 10:00:00 GMT
In a feat of adaptive reuse, a massive, century-old brick storage facility has been turned into a contemporary hub for collaboration and creative work.
 
How to design a space habitat that supports its residents’ mental health - MIT Wed, 12 Aug 2026 09:00:00 GMT
A new online platform helps engineers look beyond survival mode when designing habitats for extreme living conditions.
 
Stressed Parents Give Kids More Screen Time, Study Finds - CNET Tue, 11 Aug 2026 19:50:30 GMT
Too much screen time can be a tough transition with class back in session for some kids.
 
3 Questions: MIT Sloan launches Evening MBA - MIT Tue, 11 Aug 2026 17:40:00 GMT
Dean Richard Locke discusses a new program that expands access for working professionals while deepening connections to Greater Boston’s innovation economy.
 
The mystery of the Chinese tea chest label - MIT Tue, 11 Aug 2026 16:30:00 GMT
MIT historian Tristan Brown uncovers the true origins of an artifact once thought to be a relic of the Boston Tea Party.
 
With a feel for physics, AI models simulate a wider range of real-world scenarios - MIT Mon, 10 Aug 2026 19:25:00 GMT
“GeoPT” helps AI models understand the basics of physics so they can simulate how objects respond to things like wind and water more efficiently and accurately.
 
High-orbit satellites could light the way for travel to the moon - MIT Mon, 10 Aug 2026 18:10:00 GMT
Acting as cooperative optical beacons, the satellites could provide GPS-like navigation and communications support for spacecraft operating across cislunar space.
 
MIT researchers tackle the economic realities of fusion power - MIT Mon, 10 Aug 2026 04:00:00 GMT
Their new study aims to give budding industry a framework for understanding how fusion can be profitable.
 
Physicists watch a material’s electrons assemble, and reassemble, into coexisting phases - MIT Fri, 07 Aug 2026 09:00:00 GMT
The study could help scientists understand how superconductivity and other more complex phenomena emerge in quantum materials.
 
Akirah Bradley-Armstrong named vice chancellor for student life - MIT Thu, 06 Aug 2026 20:55:00 GMT
An experienced student affairs leader is joining MIT to oversee the next chapter for the Division of Student Life.
 
A new way to watch heat move through electronics - MIT Thu, 06 Aug 2026 04:00:00 GMT
MIT researchers can now precisely measure how heat moves through multilayered materials like computer chips.
 
Then and now: How MIT Lincoln Laboratory has served as a driving force in national security innovation - MIT Wed, 05 Aug 2026 18:10:00 GMT
Members of the laboratory community reflect on technology impacts that shaped the United States and the world over the past 75 years.
 
Scientists unveil more than 600 new tissue models of human cancer - MIT Wed, 05 Aug 2026 15:00:00 GMT
Derived from patient tumor samples and available to researchers around the world, the cells will aid the development of new cancer treatments.
 
Researchers make air-stable, ultrathin superconductors, for more scalable quantum devices - MIT Wed, 05 Aug 2026 15:00:00 GMT
A new technique produces wafer-scale samples, overcoming a major roadblock to using these materials in quantum technologies.
 
These 3D-printed objects can tell you if they’re being used properly - MIT Wed, 05 Aug 2026 04:00:00 GMT
The “ShiftLens” design and fabrication system creates objects that change their surface appearance based on user interactions, without any electronics.
 
Past is prologue for geopolitical developments - MIT Tue, 04 Aug 2026 20:25:00 GMT
DUSP Associate Professor Jason Jackson’s latest book compares how two countries chose radically different paths to economic independence.
 
Reframing leadership as a design problem - MIT Tue, 04 Aug 2026 20:00:00 GMT
Nicholas de Monchaux reflects on guiding the MIT Department of Architecture through a period of dramatic change for the profession.
 
Solving the solvent problem - MIT Tue, 04 Aug 2026 18:50:00 GMT
By focusing on electrolytes, MIT scientists are making sodium-metal batteries a more practical energy storage option.
 
The benefits of medical AI assistance vary based on user expertise - MIT Tue, 04 Aug 2026 09:00:00 GMT
Study finds non-experts deferred to LLM-based diagnostic assistance, even when it was wrong, while clinicians caught AI errors.
 
Equifax Customers Can Claim Part of a $2.2M Class Action Settlement This Month - CNET Mon, 03 Aug 2026 23:01:47 GMT
If you were one of the 37,000 affected customers, you have until Sept. 1 to file your claim.
 
Alexander Rakhlin named director of the MIT Statistics and Data Science Center - MIT Mon, 03 Aug 2026 19:50:00 GMT
An expert in machine learning, statistics, and computation, Rakhlin succeeds Professor Ankur Moitra.
 
Connecting students with the future of microelectronics - MIT Mon, 03 Aug 2026 17:30:00 GMT
The 2026 NEMC Hub-sponsored externship gave students access to world-class research, advanced semiconductor manufacturing, and professionals driving innovation across the Northeast.
 
Turning molecules into reliable electronic devices - MIT Mon, 03 Aug 2026 09:00:00 GMT
A new fabrication platform integrates molecules into electronic devices, opening the door to emerging computing technologies.
 
Using reason, again and again - MIT Sun, 02 Aug 2026 04:00:00 GMT
Philosopher Brian Hedden studies decision-making over time — and recently chose to return to alma mater MIT, where he is now connecting ethics and computing.
 
Building energy security through more sustainable batteries - MIT Fri, 31 Jul 2026 04:00:00 GMT
PhD student Hugh Smith works to develop sodium-ion batteries, whose components are more abundant and accessible than those of conventional lithium-ion technology.
 
Daniela Rus receives Bavarian Minister-President's High-Tech Prize - MIT Thu, 30 Jul 2026 21:00:00 GMT
Director of CSAIL and MIT professor honored for her contributions to robotics, artificial intelligence, and autonomous systems.
 
Connecting research to policy on Capitol Hill - MIT Thu, 30 Jul 2026 20:35:00 GMT
MIT students and postdocs discussed science funding and research with policymakers in Washington during the MIT Science Policy Initiative’s annual Congressional Visit Days.
 
Why some nitrogen-processing enzymes are more efficient than others - MIT Thu, 30 Jul 2026 15:00:00 GMT
New findings could help researchers design synthetic catalysts that convert nitrogen gas to ammonia, a key step in fertilizer production.
 
MIT and Broad Institute researchers break diffraction barrier in super-resolution microscopy - MIT Wed, 29 Jul 2026 17:00:00 GMT
New U-STORM imaging technology lets scientists view molecular structures in subatomic detail — about 1,000 times clearer than traditional dyes — while making the microscope process much simpler.
 
How a medical database developed at MIT evolved into a global standard of data-sharing - MIT Wed, 29 Jul 2026 14:00:00 GMT
The visionary PhysioNet platform launched 25 years ago, based on a system developed at MIT in the 1970s. It has become one of the most comprehensive biomedical and clinical data repositories in existence.
 
Professor Emeritus Robert Cohen, pioneering polymers researcher and devoted mentor, dies at 79 - MIT Tue, 28 Jul 2026 20:00:00 GMT
Architect of MIT’s interdisciplinary Program in Polymers and Soft Matter and the PhD in chemical engineering practice is remembered for his passion for mentorship and education.
 
Yu Deng ’11 and Hong Wang PhD ’19 awarded Fields Medal - MIT Tue, 28 Jul 2026 18:00:00 GMT
MIT-trained mathematicians earn the honor, one of the most prestigious in the field, for their significant achievements.
 
Making robots faster by helping them think ahead - MIT Tue, 28 Jul 2026 04:00:00 GMT
By planning actions based on the future position of a robot, the VLASH technique streamlines motions and accelerates performance.
 
MIT engineers design recyclable elastic yarn - MIT Mon, 27 Jul 2026 14:00:00 GMT
Melt it, spin it, use it again. This new recyclable yarn is as strong and stretchy as spandex-based yarns.
 
Looking beyond research - MIT Thu, 23 Jul 2026 19:00:00 GMT
Professor Anna-Christina Eilers is “Committed to Caring” for building a culture around attentiveness and community.
 
MIT projects selected for funding under US Department of Energy’s Genesis Mission - MIT Thu, 23 Jul 2026 12:00:00 GMT
Initial research projects advance national priorities across natural resources, manufacturing, nuclear physics, and more.
 
Professor Emeritus Dimitri Bertsekas, influential computer scientist and prolific author, dies at 83 - MIT Wed, 22 Jul 2026 17:00:00 GMT
Known for his clear and elegant writing style, Bertsekas shaped fields from control and optimization to large-scale computation and artificial intelligence.
 
Diffuse puffs of “missing” matter surround most galaxies - MIT Tue, 21 Jul 2026 15:00:00 GMT
An MIT-led team used bright radio bursts to illuminate a vast source of matter that was previously unaccounted for.
 
Emery Brown, Daniel Hastings, and Douglas Lauffenburger named Institute Professors - MIT Mon, 20 Jul 2026 17:00:00 GMT
Longtime professors and experts in the fields of anesthesiology, aerospace engineering, and biological engineering, respectively, receive MIT’s highest faculty honor.
 
How an influx of salt may affect microbial ecosystems - MIT Fri, 17 Jul 2026 09:00:00 GMT
As sea levels rise and saltwater seeps into freshwater, stressed aquatic populations may retain overall growth even as diversity declines, MIT scientists find.
 
Diana Grass: Listening to the body’s language - MIT Fri, 17 Jul 2026 04:00:00 GMT
The PhD candidate builds soft bioelectronic technologies to decode signals between the brain and the rest of the body.
 
For energy systems that power a reliable grid, the future is all about location - MIT Thu, 16 Jul 2026 09:00:00 GMT
MIT researchers find that where new energy projects are built could be key to avoiding blackouts in a future with hotter weather and other challenges.
 
A better way to turn 2D designs into 3D models for rapid prototyping - MIT Thu, 16 Jul 2026 04:00:00 GMT
Researchers developed an automated framework that helps AI models generate CAD programs more accurately and efficiently.
 
MIT Professor Susumu Tonegawa, renowned molecular biologist and Nobel laureate, dies at 86 - MIT Wed, 15 Jul 2026 19:00:00 GMT
Tonegawa made landmark discoveries about how the immune system generates antibody diversity and how the brain forms memories.
 
This $35 Coffee Maker Fits in My Pocket and Comes on All My Camping Trips - CNET Tue, 14 Jul 2026 13:00:00 GMT
I’ve tested dozens of coffee makers. This portable unit with a unique design is my pick for campsite brewing.
 
Air Fryer Fries Are Good. These Steps Make Them Otherworldly - CNET Fri, 05 Jun 2026 14:00:28 GMT
A bowl of water and a microwave turns middling air fryer fries into something spectacular.
 
Apple’s $250 Million AI iPhone Settlement Is Coming Sooner Than Expected. Learn Who’s Eligible for a Payout - CNET Wed, 06 May 2026 18:26:08 GMT
The company will pay some iPhone owners to settle a lawsuit, and with a new court order, that will now happen months earlier than expected.