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How Maynard v. Snapchat, a 2016 lawsuit linked to a car crash involving Snapchat's speed filter, sparked social media's legal reckoning over user safety (Olivia Carville/Bloomberg) - Techmeme Thu, 29 Oct 2026 06:45:01 GMT

Olivia Carville / Bloomberg:
How Maynard v. Snapchat, a 2016 lawsuit linked to a car crash involving Snapchat's speed filter, sparked social media's legal reckoning over user safety — The rain had only just let up when the night shift ended at the Bay Breeze Seafood Restaurant in Lovejoy, Georgia.
 
STMicro reports Q3 revenue up 17.9% YoY to $3.76B, operating income up 98% YoY to $429M, vs. $400.5M est., and forecasts $4.15B in Q4 revenue, vs. $4.10B est. (Reuters) - Techmeme Thu, 29 Oct 2026 06:40:01 GMT

Reuters:
STMicro reports Q3 revenue up 17.9% YoY to $3.76B, operating income up 98% YoY to $429M, vs. $400.5M est., and forecasts $4.15B in Q4 revenue, vs. $4.10B est. — STMicroelectronics (STMPA.PA) reported a third-quarter operating profit above market expectations on Thursday …

 
A profile of Tencent Cloud CEO Dowson Tong, who is shifting Tencent's AI focus toward businesses and betting on its Claude Cowork-style assistant WorkBuddy (Bloomberg) - Techmeme Thu, 29 Oct 2026 06:15:01 GMT

Bloomberg:
A profile of Tencent Cloud CEO Dowson Tong, who is shifting Tencent's AI focus toward businesses and betting on its Claude Cowork-style assistant WorkBuddy — When Pony Ma called Tencent Holdings Ltd.'s AI endeavor “a leaky ship” this summer, the billionaire founder sent ripples through …

 
Bluesky blocks links to a leaked archive containing personal data of 41,000+ DHS employees and contractors, saying it was "shared without their authorization" (Wired) - Techmeme Thu, 29 Oct 2026 06:05:01 GMT

Wired:
Bluesky blocks links to a leaked archive containing personal data of 41,000+ DHS employees and contractors, saying it was “shared without their authorization” — Bluesky tells WIRED it blocked links to a leaked archive of information on 41,000 ICE, CBP, and other DHS workers …

 
Receive a Spewpa That Can Evolve into a Random Vivillon Pattern in Pokémon Legends: Z‑A - Pokemon.com - Google Thu, 29 Oct 2026 06:05:01 GMT
Receive a Spewpa That Can Evolve into a Random Vivillon Pattern in Pokémon Legends: Z‑A Pokemon.com
 
National Student Clearinghouse: US computer science enrollment fell 12%+ for undergrads and 10%+ for grad students this fall, as AI reduces coding jobs (Elizabeth Rembert/Bloomberg) - Techmeme Thu, 29 Oct 2026 06:02:01 GMT

Elizabeth Rembert / Bloomberg:
National Student Clearinghouse: US computer science enrollment fell 12%+ for undergrads and 10%+ for grad students this fall, as AI reduces coding jobs — Computer and information science departments at US colleges saw an exodus of students this fall, with enrollment declining more than 12% …

 
Google announces the expansion of ads in AI Mode into international markets, as growth in its core search advertising business slows (Lauren Forristal/TechCrunch) - Techmeme Thu, 29 Oct 2026 05:30:11 GMT

Lauren Forristal / TechCrunch:
Google announces the expansion of ads in AI Mode into international markets, as growth in its core search advertising business slows — Google is bringing ads in its AI-powered Search experiences to international markets, betting that generative AI can open up new revenue opportunities …

 
Samsung shares fall as much as 6.6% as a lack of a new shareholder return plan, higher capex, and its chip unit's profit miss weigh on investor sentiment (Bloomberg) - Techmeme Thu, 29 Oct 2026 05:25:02 GMT

Bloomberg:
Samsung shares fall as much as 6.6% as a lack of a new shareholder return plan, higher capex, and its chip unit's profit miss weigh on investor sentiment — Samsung Electronics Co. shares reversed earlier gains to slide as much as 6.6% as the lack of a new shareholder return plan in its earnings disappointed investors.
 
Samsung expects capex to rise ~60% to ~$63B this year, with HBM capacity sold out through 2027 and 10 long-term supply deals secured with key customers (Bloomberg) - Techmeme Thu, 29 Oct 2026 05:20:01 GMT

Bloomberg:
Samsung expects capex to rise ~60% to ~$63B this year, with HBM capacity sold out through 2027 and 10 long-term supply deals secured with key customers — Samsung Electronics Co. plans to hike spending more than 60% this year after selling out of high-end chips for 2027 …

 
Google's search revenue rose 12% YoY to $63.25B in Q3 2026, down from 14.5% in Q3 2025, with Google attributing the slowdown to "lower monetization" in AI Mode (Simon Sharwood/The Register) - Techmeme Thu, 29 Oct 2026 05:10:01 GMT

Simon Sharwood / The Register:
Google's search revenue rose 12% YoY to $63.25B in Q3 2026, down from 14.5% in Q3 2025, with Google attributing the slowdown to “lower monetization” in AI Mode — Shares in Google's parent company Alphabet dived by almost ten percent on Wednesday, after the web giant admitted …

 
NZXT Discount Codes: 50% Off in November 2026 - Wired Thu, 29 Oct 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Save 50%, plus up to $250 with NZXT promo codes and discounts.
 
Dermstore Coupons: 25% Off for November 2026 - Wired Thu, 29 Oct 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Score major savings on premium skincare, hair care, and cosmetics with these verified Dermstore discount codes and rewards offers.
 
Pura Promo Codes: $20 Off November 2026 - Wired Thu, 29 Oct 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Enhance your home's ambiance for less with active Pura promo codes. Find savings on smart diffusers, exclusive scents, and subscribe & save offers.
 
Petlibro Offers: 30% Off in November 2026 - Wired Thu, 29 Oct 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Save on Petlibro essentials, including automatic feeders, water fountains, and accessories to keep cats and dogs fed, hydrated, and comfortable every day.
 
30% Off Tempur-Pedic Promo Codes | November 2026 - Wired Thu, 29 Oct 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Whether you’re looking to upgrade your mattress or swap out your bedding, browse our Tempur-Pedic coupons for up to $300 off and the best sleep of your life.
 
Skullcandy Discount Code: 30% Off | November 2026 - Wired Thu, 29 Oct 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Save on today’s top Skullcandy Promo Codes for Crusher Evo headphones, 36% off Crusher ANC 2 noise-canceling headphones, and more with amazing deals.
 
Govee Discount Codes and Deals: 30% Off - Wired Thu, 29 Oct 2026 05:00:00 GMT
New to Govee? Get a $5 coupon on your first purchase just for signing up.
 
Norton Coupon Codes: Up to 58% Off - Wired Thu, 29 Oct 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Whether you’re looking to protect your small business or your personal computer, we have the top coupons and deals to help you save at Norton.
 
Hungryroot Coupon Codes: 30% Off This November 2026 - Wired Thu, 29 Oct 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Get up to 30% off your first order and free gifts using a Hungryroot promo code today. Discover our best coupons and discounts to let you save on your healthy groceries as a new or returning customer.
 
Loop Earplugs Discount Codes: 40% Off - Wired Thu, 29 Oct 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Save on Loop Earplugs, including Quiet 2 and popular gift sets for improved sleep, focus, and comfort.
 
DoorDash moves its Q3 earnings release from November 4 to before the market opens on October 29, amid reports of an imminent ~$17B deal to acquire Instacart (Ville Heiskanen/Bloomberg) - Techmeme Thu, 29 Oct 2026 04:40:01 GMT

Ville Heiskanen / Bloomberg:
DoorDash moves its Q3 earnings release from November 4 to before the market opens on October 29, amid reports of an imminent ~$17B deal to acquire Instacart — DoorDash Inc., the food delivery provider in talks to take over Instacart, moved its earnings release date forward by almost a week.
 
Fragment, which uses AI to resolve purchasing and payment issues across manufacturing datasets, emerges from stealth with $56M from 8VC and others (Chris Metinko/Axios) - Techmeme Thu, 29 Oct 2026 04:05:01 GMT

Chris Metinko / Axios:
Fragment, which uses AI to resolve purchasing and payment issues across manufacturing datasets, emerges from stealth with $56M from 8VC and others — Procurement startup Fragment is exiting stealth with $56 million raised, CEO Pranav Mulgund tells Axios Pro exclusively.
 
New system gives users more control over their online experience - MIT Thu, 29 Oct 2026 04:00:00 GMT
The Social.Wiki framework enables anyone to easily edit social websites within the system, while allowing them to choose the content they see.
 
How surging demand from AI hyperscalers has quintupled flash memory prices and shifted market and negotiating power from Apple to suppliers like Kioxia (Rolfe Winkler/Wall Street Journal) - Techmeme Thu, 29 Oct 2026 03:55:00 GMT

Rolfe Winkler / Wall Street Journal:
How surging demand from AI hyperscalers has quintupled flash memory prices and shifted market and negotiating power from Apple to suppliers like Kioxia — The iPhone maker for years bullied flash-storage makers into steep discounts—until AI hyperscalers bid up prices and gobbled up supply
 
Bluesky Is Blocking Links to a Major Leak of DHS Employee Records - Wired Thu, 29 Oct 2026 03:34:46 GMT
Bluesky tells WIRED it blocked links to a leaked archive of information on 41,000 ICE, CBP, and other DHS workers because it contains people’s contact information, shared without their authorization.
 
Dokapon Kingdom: Connect 2 announced for Switch 2, Switch, and PC - Gematsu - Google Thu, 29 Oct 2026 03:22:45 GMT
  1. Dokapon Kingdom: Connect 2 announced for Switch 2, Switch, and PC Gematsu
  2. Dokapon Kingdom: Connect 2 Will Arrive on Switch, Switch 2, and Steam in Summer 2027 COGconnected
  3. Dokapon Kingdom: Connect 2 set to release in Summer 2027 for Nintendo Switch 2, Nintendo Switch, and PC RPG Site
  4. Dokapon is Making a Comeback in Dokapon Kingdom: Connect 2 Final Weapon
  5. Dokapon Kingdom: Connect 2 Launches Worldwide Summer 2027 for Switch 2, Switch, and PC Noisy Pixel
 
Samsung reports Q3 revenue up 127% YoY to a record ~$146.3B and a record operating profit up 783% to ~$80.5B, both roughly in line with estimates (Jenny Lee/CNBC) - Techmeme Thu, 29 Oct 2026 03:20:22 GMT

Jenny Lee / CNBC:
Samsung reports Q3 revenue up 127% YoY to a record ~$146.3B and a record operating profit up 783% to ~$80.5B, both roughly in line with estimates — - Samsung Electronics reported third-quarter earnings on Thursday, with operating profit broadly in line with analysts' estimates
 
Claude's new smart reports tell bosses when workers are 'off-topic' - Mashable - Google Thu, 29 Oct 2026 03:06:27 GMT
  1. Claude's new smart reports tell bosses when workers are 'off-topic' Mashable
  2. Anthropic just launched tools to show companies what their AI spending is buying TechCrunch
  3. Your boss may soon know what you’re asking Claude to do at work The Economic Times
  4. Anthropic Adds Smart Reports, Surveys, Pooled Budgets to Claude Enterprise Unite.AI
  5. These Claude Enterprise features let you track AI ROI – what’s new ZDNET
 
Battery Prototype Uses Superextensive Quantum Effects to Charge Faster - Hack a Day Thu, 29 Oct 2026 02:00:26 GMT
Although the term ‘quantum battery’ is a bit of a vague term, the cell that [Kieran Hymas] et al. demonstrate in a recent paper does seem to suggest that it …read more
 
Google is rolling out Gemini 4 Carbon to selected cybersecurity defenders through Fairwind at $2/1M input and $10/1M output tokens, rising to $4 and $20 later (Carl Franzen/VentureBeat) - Techmeme Thu, 29 Oct 2026 02:00:02 GMT

Carl Franzen / VentureBeat:
Google is rolling out Gemini 4 Carbon to selected cybersecurity defenders through Fairwind at $2/1M input and $10/1M output tokens, rising to $4 and $20 later — Google announced its latest and most intelligent frontier AI model today: Gemini 4 Carbon promises improvements in cybersecurity …

 
The personal data of 41,000+ DHS employees and contractors, including CBP and ICE agents, leaks online after hackers claim they breached DHS' Okta login system (Wired) - Techmeme Thu, 29 Oct 2026 01:55:02 GMT

Wired:
The personal data of 41,000+ DHS employees and contractors, including CBP and ICE agents, leaks online after hackers claim they breached DHS' Okta login system — The leaked records include the locations of ICE and CBP facilities, workers' cell phone numbers, and the members of groups tied …

 
BioWare Co-Founder Says EA's Private Equity Acquisition Was 'Final Nail In The Coffin' For The Mass Effect Studio - Kotaku - Google Thu, 29 Oct 2026 00:43:49 GMT
  1. BioWare Co-Founder Says EA's Private Equity Acquisition Was 'Final Nail In The Coffin' For The Mass Effect Studio Kotaku
  2. BioWare Co-Founder Greg Zeschuk Says Studio Was Killed by Executives Who Have Never "Made a Game” 80 Level
  3. SaveMassEffect campaign smashes GoFundMe goal in under 20 minutes — "Mass Effect deserves to not die in some EA vault, dead forever" Windows Central
  4. EA shuts down legendary game studio BioWare after recent high-profile disappointments, controversies New York Post
  5. BioWare Co-Founder: EA's Private Equity Buyout Was 'the Final Nail in the Coffin' IGN
 
You Can Spend Nearly $15K on Apple’s New Touchscreen MacBook Pro. Why? - CNET Thu, 29 Oct 2026 00:01:15 GMT
Maxing out the new touchscreen MacBook Pro with a M5 Max chip and 16TB of storage will cost more than buying 10 basic MacBook Air laptops.
 
Xreal Aura: Preorders open for smart glasses powered by Google Android XR - Mashable - Google Wed, 28 Oct 2026 23:46:41 GMT
  1. Xreal Aura: Preorders open for smart glasses powered by Google Android XR Mashable
  2. Surprise: The Google Xreal glasses debut at a Meta-beating $1,099 The Verge
  3. Google’s Next Mixed Reality Headset, Xreal Aura, Coming Mid-November at $1,099 to Start CNET
  4. The Xreal Aura Smartglasses Are Now On Sale For A Discounted Launch Price Engadget
  5. XREAL AURA: Wired XR glasses to watch, work, and play blog.google
 
Reddit Is Adding ‘For You’ and ‘Following’ Feeds - CNET Wed, 28 Oct 2026 23:21:03 GMT
The new feeds, similar to those used on TikTok, are rolling out worldwide.
 
FCC chair wants to let prisons jam illegal cellphones - Engadget Wed, 28 Oct 2026 23:09:22 GMT
The agency will vote next month on relaxing its long-standing opposition to jammers.
 
A Touchscreen MacBook Pro Just Invites More Filthy Fingerprints - CNET Wed, 28 Oct 2026 23:03:43 GMT
Commentary: Yes, I’m judgy about how smudgy Apple’s new laptop screen is going to be.
 
Hacking the Modern Tamagotchi With UART - Hack a Day Wed, 28 Oct 2026 23:00:25 GMT
Although not technically the first virtual pet, the Tamagotchi handhelds certainly popularized the idea and made it a worldwide phenomenon. In the late 90s it was hard to go out …read more
 
The 2,000-Nit OLED in Apple’s New MacBook Is a Big Deal - Wired Wed, 28 Oct 2026 22:54:16 GMT
The touchscreen in the new MacBook Pro is crazily bright with very deep blacks. Here’s why it’s unlike anything else you can currently buy.
 
ULA's Vulcan rocket is set to return to flight on Friday the 13th - ArsTechnica Wed, 28 Oct 2026 22:51:15 GMT
This Vulcan launch will be the first to utilize a full complement of six solid rocket boosters.
 
Apple’s touchscreen MacBook Pro pushes laptop pricing to a new extreme - TechCrunch - Google Wed, 28 Oct 2026 22:47:50 GMT
  1. Apple’s touchscreen MacBook Pro pushes laptop pricing to a new extreme TechCrunch
  2. Apple brings touch to the Mac, reversing years-old stance on touchscreen laptop CNBC
  3. Apple shows pricey touchscreen laptops, a first for the iPhone maker Reuters
  4. Apple introduces the new 14-inch MacBook Pro with M6 Apple
  5. Hands-on with Apple’s touchscreen MacBook Pro The Verge
 
Subcycle videography of Landau–Zener–Majorana transitions in graphene - Nature - Google Wed, 28 Oct 2026 22:35:54 GMT
  1. Subcycle videography of Landau–Zener–Majorana transitions in graphene Nature
  2. Slow-motion electron camera reveals light-driven quantum jumps in graphene Phys.org
  3. Ultrafast imaging reveals graphene electrons crossing energy gaps with 100% probability Interesting Engineering
 
As US ties fray, Europe plans first undersea cable link to Greenland - ArsTechnica Wed, 28 Oct 2026 22:35:50 GMT
Europe's Pan-Arctic Cable will bypass US to link Canada, Japan, and South Korea.
 
Apple Releases Mac Studio With 512GB of RAM, But It Costs As Much As a Small Car - PCMag - Google Wed, 28 Oct 2026 22:22:55 GMT
  1. Apple Releases Mac Studio With 512GB of RAM, But It Costs As Much As a Small Car PCMag
  2. Mac Studio M5 Ultra 512GB RAM upgrade costs $15,500 on its own AppleInsider
  3. The Mac Studio with 512GB of RAM is shipping, and it costs New Car Money Macworld
  4. Apple reveals pricing for Mac Studio with 512GB of RAM 9to5Mac
  5. Mac Studio With M5 Ultra Now Available With 512GB RAM for $22,299 MacRumors
 
Peptide peddlers cheer as RFK Jr. unilaterally grants access, overruling FDA - ArsTechnica Wed, 28 Oct 2026 22:17:15 GMT
Six unproven peptides popular with MAHA now under "enforcement discretion policy."
 
World Of Warcraft: Forever Had ‘The Largest Beta In Franchise History’ - Kotaku - Google Wed, 28 Oct 2026 22:09:47 GMT
  1. World Of Warcraft: Forever Had ‘The Largest Beta In Franchise History’ Kotaku
  2. You Can Reserve Your Character Name In World Of Warcraft: Forever Starting Today Kotaku
  3. World of Warcraft Forever Opts for a Slower Update Schedule Than Retail's 8-Week Patch Cycle IGN
  4. 'WoW: Forever' — 20-Year-Old Azeroth, Into the Unknown Once More Inven Global
  5. Casually Classic: WoW Forever only gives you one chance to explore it fresh — so make it count Massively Overpowered
 
All 16 D&D World of Warcraft Species Revealed - Dungeons & Dragons Fanatics - Google Wed, 28 Oct 2026 21:41:25 GMT
  1. All 16 D&D World of Warcraft Species Revealed Dungeons & Dragons Fanatics
  2. Dungeons & Dragons: World of Warcraft lead says they “really crammed as much” of Blizzard’s MMO as possible into the upcoming TTRPG book FRVR
  3. Dungeons & Dragons: World of Warcraft Turns Blizzard’s WoW Classes Into D&D Builds, From Shaman Barbarians to Death Knight Paladins Wccftech
  4. Dungeons & Dragons: World of Warcraft's class designer 'crammed as much' of the MMO into it so that even veteran tabletop players can experience something new PC Gamer
  5. D&D World of Warcraft Explains Bringing Your WoW Class To TTRPG TechRaptor
 
Nintendo producer 'nervous' as Zelda classic remake about to hit shelves - Japan Today - Google Wed, 28 Oct 2026 21:33:00 GMT
  1. Nintendo producer 'nervous' as Zelda classic remake about to hit shelves Japan Today
  2. Zelda: Ocarina of Time Remake Reveals Yet Another Pre-Order Bonus IMDb
  3. You’re invited to the Midnight Launch of The Legend of Zelda™: Ocarina of Time at Nintendo NEW YORK! Nintendo
  4. It's Like A Whole New Game! Yahoo
  5. Zelda Ocarina of Time Remake Release Date and Launch Times Explained VICE
 
The MacBook Pro OLED Isn’t the Touchscreen Mac I Was Looking For - CNET Wed, 28 Oct 2026 21:03:00 GMT
Commentary: Apple finally put touch on a MacBook Pro, but at a price and form that confuses me.
 
This Is What the GOP’s Final Midterms Push Looks Like - Wired Wed, 28 Oct 2026 21:00:00 GMT
Republicans are spending their time and money on Senate races in historically red states—a sign they’re more nervous than ever as Election Day looms.
 
Google Debuts New AI Models, Genie 4 and Gemini 4 Carbon: What You Need to Know - CNET Wed, 28 Oct 2026 20:51:37 GMT
The world model has a waitlist and the newest frontier Gemini model is restricted to select cybersecurity experts.
 
Dead Island 2, Tomb Raider Remastered and More Come to All PlayStation Plus Subscribers in November - CNET Wed, 28 Oct 2026 20:51:07 GMT
Keep spooky season going a little longer with these PlayStation Plus games in November.
 
The Hinge on Apple’s Constantly Breaking New Foldable iPhone Was “Built With AI” - Futurism - Google Wed, 28 Oct 2026 20:50:00 GMT
  1. The Hinge on Apple’s Constantly Breaking New Foldable iPhone Was “Built With AI” Futurism
  2. ‘I Felt Blind Panic.’ They Opened Their New $2,000 iPhone Duo—and It Broke. WSJ
  3. Apple says it will replace iPhone Duo units showing screen problems Reuters
  4. Apple’s Foldable iPhone Duo Draws Early Complaints of the Screen Cracking Bloomberg.com
  5. iPhone Duo owners say Apple's new foldable phone broke within hours of purchase CBS News
 
Touchscreen MacBook Pro Hands-On: Apple Finally Lets Us Swipe the Screen - CNET Wed, 28 Oct 2026 20:43:58 GMT
A great-sounding display, but Apple seems out of touch for the touchscreen.
 
Apple's PROLED XDR Display has a cringy name but incredible specs - Engadget Wed, 28 Oct 2026 20:31:43 GMT
With all the fuss about Apple finally releasing a touchscreen MacBook Pro, you may have forgotten about the OLED part.
 
Most Servers on the Planet Are Vulnerable to This Firmware Code-Execution Flaw - Wired Wed, 28 Oct 2026 20:30:00 GMT
The critical flaw in UEFI firmware—used by most server vendors and data centers—allows attackers to execute code early in the boot process.
 
Capturing the complete process of embryonic development - MIT Wed, 28 Oct 2026 20:30:00 GMT
By tracking over 1 million cells, researchers created a detailed map of embryonic development in mice. It could provide development and disease insights.
 
Boston Dynamics Faces Employee Protest Over Robot Deal With ICE - CNET Wed, 28 Oct 2026 20:25:18 GMT
Tech workers have become increasingly vocal when their employers’ business deals clash with their values.
 
Does Running an E-Paper Display at 30 FPS Destroy It? - Hack a Day Wed, 28 Oct 2026 20:00:33 GMT
Although e-paper displays are famous for being low-power and lasting essentially forever if not damaged physically, the recent push to drive even cheaper e-paper displays at a framerate like 30 …read more
 
Massive Leak Exposes 41,000 Homeland Security Workers—Including Undercover ICE Agents - Wired Wed, 28 Oct 2026 20:00:00 GMT
The leaked records include the locations of ICE and CBP facilities, workers’ cell phone numbers, and the members of groups tied to wiretap programs, Palantir software, and xAI’s Grok chatbot.
 
The Ultrahuman Ring Pro Hits US Shelves Amid Oura Lawsuit - CNET Wed, 28 Oct 2026 19:45:05 GMT
It’s available online and in select stores, so you can check out the smart ring in person.
 
Meta weighs delaying 'alarming' new business terms as backlash grows - Engadget Wed, 28 Oct 2026 19:42:27 GMT
The company says it won't make "policy changes" until it consults with publishers.
 
The PlayStation 5 just might be Sony's final Blu-Ray player - Engadget Wed, 28 Oct 2026 19:39:47 GMT
Between Sony's plan to end PlayStation disc production and discontinuing its Blu-ray players, the future looks grim for physical media.
 
Check Point is turning network firewalls into cloud-based subscriptions - TechSpot Wed, 28 Oct 2026 19:36:00 GMT

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

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Trump admin sues Utah to save Kalshi from the state's total ban on gambling - ArsTechnica Wed, 28 Oct 2026 19:30:33 GMT
US agency has sued 10 states for trying to stop gambling on prediction markets.
 
The last, best hope for space tourism just rolled onto a runway in Arizona - ArsTechnica Wed, 28 Oct 2026 19:20:36 GMT
It has been nearly a year since any space tourism flights occurred.
 
Hands-on with the new OLED iPad Mini - The Verge - Google Wed, 28 Oct 2026 19:18:58 GMT
  1. Hands-on with the new OLED iPad Mini The Verge
  2. Apple Debuts $699 Water-Resistant iPad Mini With OLED Screen Bloomberg.com
  3. Apple gives iPad mini its biggest update ever Apple
  4. Apple iPad mini (2026) vs. iPad mini (2024): Should You Pay $200 More? PCMag
  5. Everything Apple Announced This Week: All About OLED, MacBooks And A Touchscreen Engadget
 
OpenAI now lets you text your Dot agent - Engadget Wed, 28 Oct 2026 19:15:00 GMT
The feature works with both iMessage and RCS messaging.
 
Touchscreen MacBook Pro hands-on: OLED looks great on a Mac - ArsTechnica Wed, 28 Oct 2026 19:10:29 GMT
It's not as different from the previous model as you might have expected.
 
Engadget is hiring writers! - Engadget Wed, 28 Oct 2026 19:05:46 GMT
We're looking for freelance journalists who know their way around a tech blog.
 
The New M6 MacBook Pro Has a Serious Price Problem - Wired Wed, 28 Oct 2026 18:57:22 GMT
For $1,999, you could own an M6 Mac Mini and an M5 MacBook Air instead, both of which are on sale right now.
 
Seven MIT affiliates elected to the National Academy of Medicine for 2026 - MIT Wed, 28 Oct 2026 18:55:00 GMT
Professor Michael Yaffe and six MIT alumni are honored for their outstanding professional achievement and commitment to service.
 
Apple finally has a touchscreen laptop, 16 years after Steve Jobs called them "terrible" - TechSpot Wed, 28 Oct 2026 18:54:00 GMT

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

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Google announces Gemini 4 Carbon, its latest frontier AI model that you can't use - ArsTechnica Wed, 28 Oct 2026 18:47:27 GMT
Gemini 4 Carbon is essentially a slightly better version of Argon.
 
Sony's new see-through DualSense controllers let you game like its 1999 - Engadget Wed, 28 Oct 2026 18:38:17 GMT
The company is also releasing matching PS5 console covers.
 
Ford's $30K Fathom electric pickup can be used as your home's battery backup without a separate inverter - TechSpot Wed, 28 Oct 2026 18:31:00 GMT

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

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C64 Keycaps For Everybody - Hack a Day Wed, 28 Oct 2026 18:30:45 GMT
If you’ve got an MX-style keyboard and want some retro charm, you might like a recent project from [Levente Szabadkai]. It’s a set of C64-style keycaps that you can print …read more
 
I Put a Bunch of AI Agents in Charge of a Fantasy Soccer Team. They’re Not Better Than Humans—Yet - Wired Wed, 28 Oct 2026 18:30:00 GMT
To experiment with AI’s predictive skills, I let Codex loose on a fantasy team. It tried to bench Erling Haaland at first, but it soon learned the error of its ways.
 
How the biggest Alzheimer’s risk gene disrupts the process of insulating neurons - MIT Wed, 28 Oct 2026 18:25:00 GMT
MIT researchers showed that the APOE4 gene variant suppresses molecular signaling needed for oligodendrocytes to myelinate neurons and also demonstrated a proof-of-concept fix.
 
Amazon turns its most capable smart speaker into a smart camera, too - ArsTechnica Wed, 28 Oct 2026 18:05:22 GMT
The Echo Studio with Home Camera can "see and understand what's in front of the camera."
 
A soft robot could help doctors diagnose and treat disorders of the small intestine - MIT Wed, 28 Oct 2026 18:00:00 GMT
MIT engineers designed a robotic enteroscope that can inch through the hard-to-reach small intestine, making biopsies and drug delivery easier.
 
Cadillac Escalade IQ review: Huge battery, huge range, huge SUV - ArsTechnica Wed, 28 Oct 2026 17:55:45 GMT
With more than 200 kWh, this luxury three-row can go 460 miles on a charge.
 
Google AI gets cagey when asked who won the 2020 elections - ArsTechnica Wed, 28 Oct 2026 17:46:32 GMT
But the AI responses get more forthright when asked outside the US.
 
Apple's first touchscreen MacBook Pro feels both familiar and radically improved - Engadget Wed, 28 Oct 2026 17:43:10 GMT
It's thinner, lighter and has a better screen - but it's still a MacBook Pro.
 
Grand Theft Auto VI will be a huge 210 GB download on PS5 - TechSpot Wed, 28 Oct 2026 17:42:00 GMT

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

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Florida county won’t investigate sketchy Flock cameras removed by mystery owners - ArsTechnica Wed, 28 Oct 2026 17:37:49 GMT
Florida county claims it lacks resources to find owners of unpermitted Flock cameras.
 
Here's how the touchscreen on the MacBook Pro with PROLED display works - Engadget Wed, 28 Oct 2026 17:35:24 GMT
The touch sensor isn't a separate layer of the screen.
 
Kali Linux 2026.3 adds six security tools, updated KDE Plasma and Linux kernel - TechSpot Wed, 28 Oct 2026 17:35:00 GMT
Kali Linux 2026.3 introduces six new security tools, including RustScan for port scanning, Dalfox for XSS testing, and Katana for web crawling. The update also brings KDE Plasma 6.7 with per-screen virtual desktops, Linux kernel 7.1.5, 126 updated packages, and refreshed build scripts with Docker and Podman support.
 
Google’s Next Mixed Reality Headset, Xreal Aura, Coming Mid-November at $1,099 to Start - CNET Wed, 28 Oct 2026 17:32:50 GMT
A bit like VR, a bit like smart glasses, a bit like a tiny face computer.
 
Apple announces touchscreen MacBook Pro with OLED display - ArsTechnica Wed, 28 Oct 2026 17:25:04 GMT
The OLED display is the main draw, but the price is a lot to reckon with.
 
The Inside Story of Why Apple Finally Brought a Touch Display to the Mac - Wired Wed, 28 Oct 2026 17:15:16 GMT
An exclusive early look at Apple’s new touchscreen MacBook Pro—the computer Apple said would never happen.
 
Apple's redesigned MacBook Pro has an OLED touchscreen, weighs just three pounds - Engadget Wed, 28 Oct 2026 17:13:10 GMT
It could use a more distinctive name, though.
 
Fake PS5 emulators on GitHub are spreading password-stealing malware - Engadget Wed, 28 Oct 2026 17:10:09 GMT
This is according to the threat research arm of NordVPN.
 
The Xreal Aura smartglasses are now on sale for a discounted launch price - Engadget Wed, 28 Oct 2026 17:00:00 GMT
The new wearable is the first of its kind to run on the Android XR platform.
 
Update to iOS 27.2 Now to Patch Hundreds of Bugs - CNET Wed, 28 Oct 2026 16:34:08 GMT
The update fixes some nasty bugs that could leave your iPhone inoperable or expose sensitive data.
 
New York governor signs AI chatbot child safety law - Engadget Wed, 28 Oct 2026 16:33:01 GMT
A separate law aims to shore up security on connected baby monitors.
 
Samsung launches Galaxy Buds On, open-ear earbuds with a clip-on design - TechSpot Wed, 28 Oct 2026 16:29:00 GMT

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

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Dynamax Trails: Eternatus Returns - Pokémon GO Hub - Google Wed, 28 Oct 2026 16:19:59 GMT
  1. Dynamax Trails: Eternatus Returns Pokémon GO Hub
  2. Pokémon GO "Dynamax Trails" event runs Nov. 16th to 23rd, 2026 GoNintendo
  3. Pokemon GO Is Bringing Back Popular Legendary OpenCritic
  4. All roads lead to Eternatus’s return during the Dynamax Trails event! Pokémon GO
  5. Eternatus Is Coming Back! Pokémon GO Drops Mysterious Eternamax Teaser Pokémon GO Hub
 
GTA 6 Coming to PC in "6 or 7 Months," Claims Analyst - Insider Gaming - Google Wed, 28 Oct 2026 16:15:06 GMT
  1. GTA 6 Coming to PC in "6 or 7 Months," Claims Analyst Insider Gaming
  2. 'GTA 6' file size reportedly revealed and it's gargantuan Mashable
  3. GTA VI Preload Time, Specs and Key Information Forbes
  4. ‘Grand Theft Auto VI’ Will Reportedly Be a 210 GB Download Complex
  5. Watch the Official Grand Theft Auto VI Launch Trailer – Explore Leonida Before the Game Arrives November 19 XBOX Wire
 
3 Questions: Why infrastructure is entering a defining era - MIT Wed, 28 Oct 2026 16:00:00 GMT
Professor Ali Jadbabaie describes how AI, digital transformation, climate change, and complex geopolitics are forcing engineers and policymakers to rethink how infrastructure is designed, built, and managed.
 
Reddit is the latest platform to embrace the ‘For You’ feed - TechCrunch - Google Wed, 28 Oct 2026 16:00:00 GMT
  1. Reddit is the latest platform to embrace the ‘For You’ feed TechCrunch
  2. Explore More Communities with Reddit’s New Feed Updates Reddit Inc Homepage
  3. Reddit Is Adding A 'For You' Feed For Recommendations Engadget
  4. Reddit is taking a page out of TikTok's book, and it's not what you think (Updated) Android Authority
  5. Reddit is getting a For You feed The Verge
 
Reddit is adding a 'for you' feed for recommendations - Engadget Wed, 28 Oct 2026 16:00:00 GMT
The app will have a "following" tab to surface content from subreddits you've joined.
 
PlayStation Plus Free Games For November 2026 Revealed - GameSpot - Google Wed, 28 Oct 2026 15:53:11 GMT
  1. PlayStation Plus Free Games For November 2026 Revealed GameSpot
  2. PlayStation Plus Monthly Games for November: Dead Island 2, Tomb Raider IV – VI Remastered, Monster Train 2 PlayStation.Blog
  3. Dead Island 2, Monster Train 2, and Three Tomb Raider Remasters Come to PS Plus IGN
  4. November’s three ‘free’ PS Plus Essential monthly games include Dead Island 2 and Tomb Raider 4-6 Remastered Video Games Chronicle
  5. PlayStation Plus to give away Dead Island 2, Tomb Raider remasters — November lineup revealed iXBT.games
 
Buckle up for more body-swapping hijinks in Jumanji: Open World trailer - ArsTechnica Wed, 28 Oct 2026 15:48:12 GMT
"We have to be ready for whatever's coming next. If we lose in here, there won't be a home to go back to."
 
Gartner says only 3% of organizations are getting AI cost savings from productivity, yet 85% plan to spend more - TechSpot Wed, 28 Oct 2026 15:46:00 GMT

The figure comes from Gartner's HR Symposium in Orlando. In a finding that perfectly sums up the blind faith so many executives have in AI, 77% of board members expect the technology will deliver value in the form of productivity and cost savings. This is despite 97% of organizations being...

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iOS 27.2 just upgraded Apple Photos in two ways, here’s what’s new - 9to5Mac - Google Wed, 28 Oct 2026 15:40:00 GMT
  1. iOS 27.2 just upgraded Apple Photos in two ways, here’s what’s new 9to5Mac
  2. Apple releases iOS and macOS 27.2 with new Siri AI features, new Music logo Ars Technica
  3. iOS 27.2 Brings Two New Features To Apple's CarPlay Engadget
  4. iOS 27.2 adds new Messages feature that’s already a favorite 9to5Mac
  5. iPhone Duo now supports Apple Pencil with iOS 27.2 The Verge
 
Everything We Saw at Nintendo Indie World Showcase October 2026, Including Witchbrook Release Date - IGN - Google Wed, 28 Oct 2026 15:34:42 GMT
  1. Everything We Saw at Nintendo Indie World Showcase October 2026, Including Witchbrook Release Date IGN
  2. Cozy Magical Sim Witchbrook Gets A January Release Date Game Informer
  3. 'Harry Potter Meets Stardew Valley' Game Sets Official Release Date Polygon.com
  4. Witchbrook Is Stardew Valley Meets Kiki's Delivery Service, And It Finally Has A Release Date GameSpot
  5. Indie World: Witchbrook Brings the Magic and Mystery in January 2027 Nintendojo
 
Audio Technica just released its first set of wireless StreamSet headphones - Engadget Wed, 28 Oct 2026 15:34:06 GMT
This expands the lineup beyond XLR and USB-connected models.
 
Sony has new transparent PS5 controllers launching next year - The Verge - Google Wed, 28 Oct 2026 15:31:02 GMT
  1. Sony has new transparent PS5 controllers launching next year The Verge
  2. First look inside the Prism Collection, with three new transparent designs for PS5 accessories PlayStation.Blog
  3. Sony's New See-Through DualSense Controllers Let You Game Like Its 1999 Engadget
  4. 'We Wanted to Bring Back the Iconic See-Through Trend of the Late '90s' — Sony Reveals New Prism Collection of DualSense Controllers and PS5 Covers IGN
  5. Sony Wants You to Forget About Discs With Its Gorgeous Transparent Controllers WIRED
 
Turning an Old Phone’s Motherboard into an RC Plane Controller - Hack a Day Wed, 28 Oct 2026 15:30:08 GMT
Upcycling smartphones makes a lot of sense, especially since they contain so many components that remain useful long after their desirability as a smartphone has faded. In the case of …read more
 
This open-source keyboard lets you snap keys together in any layout - TechSpot Wed, 28 Oct 2026 15:06:00 GMT

The project comes from Nathan Alspaugh, an MIT freshman studying aerospace engineering, who said he has spent around 100 hours working on it since March. When he posted the project to Hacker News this week, he said the idea came from his frustration that nobody sold triangle- or circle-shaped keyboards.

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Sony Wants You to Forget About Discs With Its Gorgeous Transparent Controllers - Wired Wed, 28 Oct 2026 15:00:00 GMT
Sony has new, spiffy see-through controllers and covers for its PlayStation 5 that let you see the hardware guts inside.
 
Senators Demand to Know if Dr. Oz Collaborated With Election Denial Groups - Wired Wed, 28 Oct 2026 14:46:35 GMT
A far-right campaign claiming leftists are stealing votes from nursing home residents has centered on changing guidance from Mehmet Oz’s Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services.
 
CachyOS vs. Fedora 45 vs. Ubuntu 26.10 Performance On AMD Ryzen 9 - Phoronix - Google Wed, 28 Oct 2026 14:46:00 GMT
CachyOS vs. Fedora 45 vs. Ubuntu 26.10 Performance On AMD Ryzen 9 Phoronix
 
Valve addresses Steam's AI game cloning problem - by suggesting developers make their games less copyable - Eurogamer.net - Google Wed, 28 Oct 2026 14:43:53 GMT
  1. Valve addresses Steam's AI game cloning problem - by suggesting developers make their games less copyable Eurogamer.net
  2. Valve Responds to Developers Fearing AI Slop and Clones Inven Global
  3. Valve responds to Steam devs getting extortion emails threatening AI clones of their games TweakTown
  4. Valve Won't "Be Gatekeepers" by Banning AI Games, As "AI Slop" Complaints Grow TechPowerUp
  5. 'We Don't Think We're Perfect and There's Plenty of Room for Improvement' — Valve 'Thinking About How to Solve' Steam's AI Slop Problem IGN
 
Nintendo joins Best Buy for midnight Zelda 40th Anniversary Switch 2 restock launch - The Shortcut | Matt Swider - Google Wed, 28 Oct 2026 14:33:59 GMT
  1. Nintendo joins Best Buy for midnight Zelda 40th Anniversary Switch 2 restock launch The Shortcut | Matt Swider
  2. Nintendo Issues New Official Statement on Zelda Switch 2 Console Restocks IMDb
  3. Fans Can't Believe Walmart Canceled Zelda: Ocarina Of Time Switch 2 Pre-Orders The Day Before They Were Meant To Arrive Kotaku
  4. Walmart cancels wave of Zelda 40th Anniversary Edition Switch 2 pre-orders one day before launch GoNintendo
  5. Nintendo’s Zelda-inspired Switch 2 console will be in stock at Best Buy on November 5th. The Verge
 
Everything Shown At The October 2026 Nintendo Indie World Showcase - Game Informer - Google Wed, 28 Oct 2026 14:30:00 GMT
  1. Everything Shown At The October 2026 Nintendo Indie World Showcase Game Informer
  2. New Indie World Showcase features cosy and chaotic fun for Nintendo Switch 2 and Nintendo Switch Nintendo
  3. Nintendo’s Indie World Presentation Was Pretty Packed For A Short Show GameSpot
  4. Here’s all 23 games shown during Nintendo’s latest Indie World presentation Video Games Chronicle
  5. Everything We Saw At Nintendo’s October Indie World Showcase Kotaku
 
Police are pulling people over because license plate cameras say their travel patterns look "suspicious" - TechSpot Wed, 28 Oct 2026 14:23:00 GMT

The ACLU recently outlined a pattern of police traffic stops based solely on data from Flock cameras and other license plate readers. The reports go back to at least 2025 and show how closely authorities can track the movements of most motorists.

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TANUKI: Pon’s Summer adds PS5, Switch 2, and PS4 versions, launches November 10 - Gematsu - Google Wed, 28 Oct 2026 14:22:06 GMT
  1. TANUKI: Pon’s Summer adds PS5, Switch 2, and PS4 versions, launches November 10 Gematsu
  2. TANUKI: Pon's Summer Game Launches on November 10 Anime News Network
  3. TANUKI: Pon’s Summer Sends a BMX-Riding Tanuki on Wholesome Delivery Duty This November SavePoint Gaming
  4. Tanuki: Pon’s Summer gets Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch release date. new trailer Nintendo Everything
  5. Tanuki: Pon's Summer Delivers a November 10 Launch Date Bleeding Cool News
 
Threads of Time adds Switch 2 and Switch versions, launches in summer 2027 - Gematsu - Google Wed, 28 Oct 2026 14:08:48 GMT
  1. Threads of Time adds Switch 2 and Switch versions, launches in summer 2027 Gematsu
  2. Threads of Time confirmed for Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch Nintendo Everything
  3. Indie World: Threads of Time is an Epic Turn-Based RPG Launching Summer 2027 Nintendojo
  4. New Trailer For Chrono-Trigger-Inspired JRPG Threads of Time Reveals a Release Window Turn Based Lovers
  5. Threads of Time — News Analog Stick Gaming
 
Action adventure game Winds of Viridia announced for Switch 2, PC - Gematsu - Google Wed, 28 Oct 2026 14:02:58 GMT
  1. Action adventure game Winds of Viridia announced for Switch 2, PC Gematsu
  2. Winds of Viridia revealed for Nintendo Switch 2 Nintendo Everything
  3. Zelda Meets Studio Ghibli In New Switch 2 RPG You Can Play For Free Today IMDb
  4. Indie World: Winds of Viridia Billows Into Early 2027 Nintendojo
  5. Winds of Viridia launches on Switch 2 Early 2027, free demo later today GoNintendo
 
Wordeex Challenges Your Vocabulary and Your Logic, But Does It for Free - Kotaku - Google Wed, 28 Oct 2026 14:00:09 GMT
Wordeex Challenges Your Vocabulary and Your Logic, But Does It for Free Kotaku
 
JPEG-XL Is Back On The Menu - Hack a Day Wed, 28 Oct 2026 14:00:04 GMT
Many of the image formats we’re familiar with have been around for decades. We all know JPEG and PNG like the back of our hands, and GIF even had a …read more
 
No Man's Sky Adds Creepy New Items, Big Quality-of-Life Changes in Latest Major Update - Push Square - Google Wed, 28 Oct 2026 14:00:00 GMT
  1. No Man's Sky Adds Creepy New Items, Big Quality-of-Life Changes in Latest Major Update Push Square
  2. Forsaken: Introducing Update 7.10 No Man's Sky
  3. Explore the Spookier Side of Space in No Man’s Sky: FORSAKEN! XBOX Wire
  4. No Man's Sky Forsaken Update Adds "Spooky Biomechanical Ships" and Wealth of New Exploration Content TechPowerUp
  5. Hello Games Keeps Pouring Updates Into No Man’s Sky With Haunted FORSAKEN, Yet Light No Fire Nears Three Years Since Its Reveal Wccftech
 
Meta has a new AI pet app called Waddle World - TechCrunch - Google Wed, 28 Oct 2026 13:53:31 GMT
  1. Meta has a new AI pet app called Waddle World TechCrunch
  2. What is Waddle World? Meta’s new virtual pet journal app Mashable
  3. Meta's Waddle World Is A Tamagotchi-Like AI Pet App Engadget
  4. Meta quietly launched an ‘AI pet journal’ app The Verge
  5. Meta enters the world of interactive entertainment: AI-powered virtual pets صوت الإمارات
 
Palit says the Galax factory isn't closing, despite a report blaming Nvidia chip shortages - TechSpot Wed, 28 Oct 2026 13:51:00 GMT

Palit's official statement says it is aware of recent reports and speculation regarding Galax's business operations. It adds that the brand continues to operate as usual, no manufacturing facilities have been shut down, and Galax products remain available in both domestic and international markets.

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Report: Mass Effect: Universe Devs Scrubbed Diversity From Demos To Avoid Negative Feedback From EA - Kotaku - Google Wed, 28 Oct 2026 13:40:45 GMT
  1. Report: Mass Effect: Universe Devs Scrubbed Diversity From Demos To Avoid Negative Feedback From EA Kotaku
  2. BioWare’s Saudi owners reportedly ordered a flag to be removed from Mass Effect 5 because it was ‘too similar to the LGBTQIA+ one’ Yahoo
  3. BioWare Was Asked to Remove LGBTQ Flag from Canceled Mass Effect Game, Report Says Polygon.com
  4. Mass Effect 5 studio was reportedly told to tone down inclusivity by EA after Saudi Arabia buyout, former BioWare dev alleges, "so as to not cause offense" GamesRadar+
  5. BioWare removed all rainbow flags from the Mass Effect: Universe presentation so as not to anger EA’s new owners — media iXBT.games
 
A hidden ocean change near Antarctica could have global consequences - ArsTechnica Wed, 28 Oct 2026 13:38:53 GMT
Antarctic waters are getting saltier as sea-ice loss reshapes ocean circulation.
 
Xbox Playback leaked early, and it looks like the ultimate nostalgia trip through your gaming history - Windows Central - Google Wed, 28 Oct 2026 13:36:54 GMT
Xbox Playback leaked early, and it looks like the ultimate nostalgia trip through your gaming history Windows CentralSee more headlines & perspectives on Google News
 
Watch this autonomous drone chase a person through a forest without GPS, maps, or cloud computing - TechSpot Wed, 28 Oct 2026 13:19:00 GMT

Purdue computer science professor Aniket Bera posted the 44-second video on LinkedIn last Friday. It shows a quadcopter from his IDEAS Lab weaving between trees to keep a person in frame. And the drone works it all out on its own computer, without a map of the forest to rely...

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Rayman Legends Retold reveals PS5-exclusive ASTRO BOT costume - Gematsu - Google Wed, 28 Oct 2026 13:18:36 GMT
  1. Rayman Legends Retold reveals PS5-exclusive ASTRO BOT costume Gematsu
  2. Suit up as Astro Bot in Rayman Legends Retold PlayStation.Blog
  3. Rayman Legends Retold Goes Full French With New “BAGUETTE” Outfits MKAU Gaming
  4. Astro Bot joins the Rayman remake: Free crossover for PS5 revealed PlayFront
  5. Rayman to become Astro Bot: Ubisoft prepares free gift for PS5 owners iXBT.games
 
FCC clears Amazon Leo to acquire mobile-satellite operator Globalstar - Engadget Wed, 28 Oct 2026 13:13:19 GMT
Amazon Leo's $11.5 billion acquisition of mobile-satellite operator Globalstar has been approved by the FCC.
 
What’s the Best Kindle of 2026 (So Far)? - Wired Wed, 28 Oct 2026 13:02:00 GMT
I’ve tested every single Kindle, from Paperwhite and Colorsoft to the new aluminum models. Here’s how Amazon’s ebook readers stack up.
 
Amazon Kindle Paperwhite (2026) and Colorsoft (2026) Review: Best for Accessories - Wired Wed, 28 Oct 2026 13:01:00 GMT
The latest generation of Kindle’s 7-inch e-readers have a new look and new accessories. But are they worth the upgrade given Amazon’s new Kindle prices?
 
Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition (2026) review: Updated in all the right places - Engadget Wed, 28 Oct 2026 13:00:00 GMT
Amazon's updates to the Paperwhite Signature Edition make it feel even more premium, but the regular version remains a great choice for less money.
 
Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition (2026) Review: Updated In All The Right Places - Engadget - Google Wed, 28 Oct 2026 13:00:00 GMT
  1. Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition (2026) Review: Updated In All The Right Places Engadget
  2. Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition review: It's Amazon's best Kindle Mashable
  3. I loved my month using the Amazon Kindle Paperwhite. Here’s why I’m still mixed on it CNN
  4. My Favorite Part of the New Kindle Paperwhite Is One of the Accessories WIRED
  5. Amazon Kindle Vs. Kindle Paperwhite: Which One Is Right For You? Forbes
 
Kindle Colorsoft Signature Edition 2026 review: Nice, but doesn't justify the price - Engadget Wed, 28 Oct 2026 13:00:00 GMT
$320 is a lot to pay for a well-balanced device in an aluminum case with pogo pins.
 
Fox One Will Track 2026 Midterm Election Results With New App Experience - CNET Wed, 28 Oct 2026 13:00:00 GMT
Fox’s streaming service adds a new layer of coverage to the 2026 midterm elections.
 
Congress is questioning Delaware's plan to let AI agents run companies - TechSpot Wed, 28 Oct 2026 12:49:00 GMT

House Oversight Committee chairman James Comer wrote to Governor Matt Meyer on October 26, requesting documents about the proposed Artificial Intelligence Company, or AIC.

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Amazon’s $500 Echo Show 16 Wants to Be the Center of Your Home - CNET Wed, 28 Oct 2026 12:36:07 GMT
A larger screen, upgraded speakers, night vision and an optional glare-resistant display headline Amazon’s latest Echo Show.
 
Apple Pro and Tell event: Live updates as we wait to see a MacBook Pro with a touch screen - Engadget Wed, 28 Oct 2026 12:30:00 GMT
Reports indicate that a "MacBook Ultra" with a touch-sensitive display is likely on the agenda today.
 
The Latest Echo Smart Speakers Double as Nanny Cams and Wi-Fi Extenders - CNET Wed, 28 Oct 2026 12:20:02 GMT
Amazon’s new Echo Dot and Studio speakers have several smart home features new to the lineup.
 
Discord will make some channels and messages searchable on Google - TechSpot Wed, 28 Oct 2026 12:17:00 GMT

Answers posted after mid-December to questions in discoverable Discord servers can appear in search results on the open web. Usernames and avatars won't appear next to the messages, and admins can already opt out of the new policy.

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Amazon Adds an Alexa Photo Frame and a Bedside Clock to Its Echo Family - Wired Wed, 28 Oct 2026 12:01:00 GMT
The new Echo Studio also gets a camera, and the Echo Show 16 debuts an AI-generated Alexa interface.
 
Amazon Debuts 16-Inch Echo Smart Display and Alexa Photo Frame - Bloomberg.com - Google Wed, 28 Oct 2026 12:00:11 GMT
  1. Amazon Debuts 16-Inch Echo Smart Display and Alexa Photo Frame Bloomberg.com
  2. Amazon unveils new lineup of Alexa devices including redesigned Echo Show Reuters
  3. Amazon’s New Digital Picture Frame Is Clever and Classy CNET
  4. Today in Gear: Amazon’s Most Hi-Fi Smart Speaker Gets Its Biggest Upgrade in Years Gear Patrol
  5. A New East Village Bar Channels the Joy of a Filipino House Party Eater New York
 
Samsung Joins Cuff-Shaped Earbuds Trend With $229 Galaxy Buds On - Bloomberg.com - Google Wed, 28 Oct 2026 12:00:09 GMT
  1. Samsung Joins Cuff-Shaped Earbuds Trend With $229 Galaxy Buds On Bloomberg.com
  2. Samsung's Galaxy Buds On Are Its First Clip-On, Open-Ear Wireless Earbuds Engadget
  3. Galaxy Buds On Europe Launch Timeline and Pricing Leak via Retailers SammyGuru
  4. Samsung's first open-ear earbuds, Galaxy Buds On, arrive with Gemini Live Neowin
  5. Samsung Galaxy Buds On Release Date: $229 In The US Forbes
 
All the Amazon Echo devices announced today: Echo Time, Alexa Photo Frame and more - Engadget Wed, 28 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMT
Along with speaker and Echo Show upgrades, Amazon unveiled a smart alarm clock and photo frame.
 
Amazon’s New Alarm Clock ‘Knows’ if You’re in a Deep Sleep and Lets You Sleep Longer - CNET Wed, 28 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMT
The Amazon Echo Time, launched today, has a few wild features.
 
Amazon’s 5 New Smart Home Devices: Everything You Need to Know - CNET Wed, 28 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMT
The company is also introducing an interactive home map feature.
 
Amazon’s New Digital Picture Frame Is Clever and Classy - CNET Wed, 28 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMT
The frame, available in real wood finishes, is the first-ever with Amazon Alexa built in and offers unlimited storage for Prime members.
 
Samsung Galaxy Buds On Are the Premium Clip-On Earbuds You Didn’t Know You Were Waiting For - CNET Wed, 28 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMT
Samsung’s $229 clip-on open earbuds are primed to take on models from Bose, Sony and Shokz.
 
Amazon’s New Echo Lineup Goes in the Opposite Direction of Apple HomeView - CNET Wed, 28 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMT
While Apple’s first home screen is small, Amazon is going bigger and more TV-oriented than ever before — but that comes with high prices.
 
Minecraft Has Been Updated To Ver. 26.60 On Switch 2, Here Are The Full Patch Notes - Nintendo Life - Google Wed, 28 Oct 2026 11:45:00 GMT
  1. Minecraft Has Been Updated To Ver. 26.60 On Switch 2, Here Are The Full Patch Notes Nintendo Life
  2. Bedrock Edition 26.60 Changelog Minecraft
  3. Minecraft’s final 2026 game drop puts survival on thin ice with Frostbites and frozen caves PCQuest
  4. Minecraft updated to Ver. 26.60 GoNintendo
  5. [OPINION] Ice Caves Could Remind Fans Why Minecraft Has ‘Mine’ in Its Name Beebom
 
A new report accuses Microsoft of using 10 "dark patterns" to keep you on Edge - TechSpot Wed, 28 Oct 2026 11:15:00 GMT

The Browser Choice Alliance (BCA), a group of browser makers advocating fair competition and freedom to choose a browser, commissioned the report, which was produced by the Behavioural Insights Team (BIT).

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COD Modern Warfare 4 uses real news footage from South Korean tragedy, is urged by families to remove it - Video Games Chronicle - Google Wed, 28 Oct 2026 11:05:00 GMT
  1. COD Modern Warfare 4 uses real news footage from South Korean tragedy, is urged by families to remove it Video Games Chronicle
  2. Outcry after Call of Duty maker uses real footage of deadly Seoul crowd crush in new video game The Guardian
  3. 'Call of Duty' North Korea invasion edition tops sales charts in South Japan Today
  4. Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4's Cool Extraction Mode Made Me Feel Bad for Marathon Fans PCMag
  5. Call of Duty 4: Injecting American empire right into the veins Responsible Statecraft
 
China’s snooping around Pacific undersea cables raises risks for Big Tech - ArsTechnica Wed, 28 Oct 2026 11:00:49 GMT
US-owned trans-Pacific cables face growing risks from sabotage and China.
 
Emulate the 486 in Your Browser - Hack a Day Wed, 28 Oct 2026 11:00:20 GMT
You might fondly remember the days of the Intel 486, but you probably don’t have one on your desk anymore. If you’d like to emulate that classic hardware, you can …read more
 
Sauerkraut at Every Meal? These Fermentation Fanatics Tried That Long Before MAHA - Wired Wed, 28 Oct 2026 11:00:00 GMT
The annual Portland Fermentation Festival took place last week in Oregon, at a time when sauerkraut, kimchi, and other funky foods are in the social and political spotlight.
 
CISA warns of hackers now exploiting critical Node2Shell flaw - BleepingComputer - Google Wed, 28 Oct 2026 10:46:23 GMT
  1. CISA warns of hackers now exploiting critical Node2Shell flaw BleepingComputer
  2. Brotli Decoder Vulnerabilities (Node2Shell, Broccoli2Shell, HTTP2Shell) Esri
  3. Broccoli2shell: Everything You Need To Know About The Critical Brotli Decoder Vulnerability wiz.io
  4. Researchers Demonstrate Node2Shell RCE Exploit on Node.js Build Using Crafted Brotli Data The Hacker News
  5. Node2Shell: Node.js Brotli vulnerability allows remote code execution (CVE-2026-111497) and the fix Aikido Security
 
Pornhub Stars Want to Teach You How to Make Dinner - Wired Wed, 28 Oct 2026 10:45:00 GMT
Faced with censorship and anti-porn laws, the adult site is encouraging creators to embrace cooking, gaming, podcasting, and other safe-for-work content.
 
Phantom Blade Zero Gets a 5 GB Day One Patch That Improves Ray Tracing Performance, but S-Game Warns Against New NVIDIA Drivers - Wccftech - Google Wed, 28 Oct 2026 10:37:21 GMT
  1. Phantom Blade Zero Gets a 5 GB Day One Patch That Improves Ray Tracing Performance, but S-Game Warns Against New NVIDIA Drivers Wccftech
  2. Here's The Best Graphics And Performance Mode For Phantom Blade Zero On PlayStation 5 Game Informer
  3. Review: Phantom Blade Zero Excels on PS5 with Great Animation and Visuals at 60fps Digital Foundry
  4. Phantom Blade Zero Launches Today For GeForce RTX & RTX Spark TechPowerUp
  5. Phantom Blade Zero PC Performance Benchmarks – Fast-Paced Wuxia That Looks Phenomenal In Path Tracing & Boosted By NVIDIA RTX Tech Wccftech
 
Apple AirPods Max 2 Are $100 Off Ahead of Black Friday - Wired Wed, 28 Oct 2026 10:30:00 GMT
If Apple headphones have been sitting on your wish list, now might be the time to buy ahead of the holiday rush.
 
Warhammer Age of Sigmar: October Update - Warhammer Community - Google Wed, 28 Oct 2026 10:27:12 GMT
Warhammer Age of Sigmar: October Update Warhammer Community
 
Macmillan Staff Say the Publisher Threw a Party for a Workplace AI Assistant That Was Later Killed - Wired Wed, 28 Oct 2026 10:15:00 GMT
Workers tell WIRED that NOA—or “No Ordinary Assistant”—was unhelpful. Bestselling authors also say AI is ruining their relationships with Big Five publishers.
 
Radeon 9070 XT vs. Radeon 7900 XTX: 50+ Game Benchmark - TechSpot Wed, 28 Oct 2026 10:06:00 GMT
Two generations apart, AMD's Radeon RX 9070 XT and RX 7900 XTX are surprisingly close. We benchmark 51 games to see where RDNA 4 pulls ahead, where RDNA 3 holds on, and which GPU makes more sense.
 
The new frontier for ads is racist cartoon AI musical microdrama - CNN - Google Wed, 28 Oct 2026 10:00:15 GMT
The new frontier for ads is racist cartoon AI musical microdrama CNN
 
Please Let the Internet Die - Wired Wed, 28 Oct 2026 10:00:00 GMT
Online spaces are captured by oligarchs and saturated with slop—and they’re exacerbating humanity’s worst impulses. It’s time to start over.
 
The Men Spending $50,000 Just to Reserve a Tesla Roadster - Wired Wed, 28 Oct 2026 09:45:00 GMT
The base model—without thrusters or the flight system—will likely cost several times that amount to buy. “I’m going to do everything in my power to get the flying one,” says one customer.
 
ICE Is Running One of the Largest Anti-Left Surveillance Operations in US History - Wired Wed, 28 Oct 2026 09:30:00 GMT
ICE’s Homeland Security Investigations is engaged in far-reaching spying against left-wing activists that rivals the FBI and CIA crackdowns on the Civil Rights and anti-war movements.
 
PSA: Your Discord messages could soon show up on Google, but here's how to opt out - Android Authority - Google Wed, 28 Oct 2026 08:55:00 GMT
  1. PSA: Your Discord messages could soon show up on Google, but here's how to opt out Android Authority
  2. Discord will let public server messages be discoverable in Google Search Mashable
  3. Discord is making its public communities more searchable, and people have concerns TechCrunch
  4. Discord's Massive New Change Will Shake Up The Entire Internet Polygon.com
  5. Some Discord Messages Will Be Searchable on Google in December, Here's How to Opt Out IGN
 
AI Emergency Alerts Are Coming. Humans Might Not Be Ready - Wired Wed, 28 Oct 2026 08:30:00 GMT
Human beings struggle with emergency communication. Chatbots can help—if people take them seriously.
 
Should AI Decide Your Court Case? This Judge Says Yes - Wired Wed, 28 Oct 2026 06:00:00 GMT
One of England’s top judges, Geoffrey Vos, believes that AI could adjudicate plenty of civil cases. The question, he says, is where the line should be drawn.
 
20% Off Samsung Promo Code | October 2026 - Wired Wed, 28 Oct 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Save 30% or 10% with Samsung coupon codes, up to $1,000 on appliances, plus limited-time deals on the Galaxy Z Fold7, Flip7, and S25.
 
Dyson Promo Codes: 25% Off in October 2026 - Wired Wed, 28 Oct 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Get 25% off with a Dyson coupon code, plus save up to $600 with discounts on vacuums, $150 off Airwraps, and more.
 
Squarespace Promo Codes: 20% Off in October 2026 - Wired Wed, 28 Oct 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Get 20% off your next website, 10% off with exclusive Squarespace discount code, 50% off plans, and more top coupons from WIRED.
 
30% VistaPrint Coupon & Promo Codes | October 2026 - Wired Wed, 28 Oct 2026 05:00:00 GMT
From personalized gifts to business essentials, WIRED can help you save with our selection of VistaPrint promo codes.
 
Paramount+ Coupon Codes and Deals for 2026 - Wired Wed, 28 Oct 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Save on streaming with the latest Paramount+ promo codes and deals, including 50% off subscriptions, free trials, and more.
 
NordVPN Coupons: 75% Off, Plus 3 Months Free in October 2026 - Wired Wed, 28 Oct 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Save up to 77% on 2-year plans and get 3 free months with our NordVPN discount codes.
 
Disney Plus Discount Codes: 52% Off October 2026 - Wired Wed, 28 Oct 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Cut your subscription costs with the latest active Disney+ bundle deals, verified student offers, and partner promotions.
 
Google Workspace Promo Codes: 14% Off for October 2026 - Wired Wed, 28 Oct 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Boost your productivity and save with exclusive Google Workspace coupons from WIRED. Get up to 14% off plans for three months, including Starter, Standard, and Plus tiers.
 
Nike Promo Codes and Discounts: 30% for October 2026 - Wired Wed, 28 Oct 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Check out our deals for Nike this October 2026, including 15% off select purchases.
 
LG Promo Codes and Coupons for October 2026 - Wired Wed, 28 Oct 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Save 20% with an LG promo code today, plus up to $1,000 off appliances, 40% off bestselling TVs and monitors.
 
Peacock Promo Codes: 40% Off October 2026 - Wired Wed, 28 Oct 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Stream your favorite shows for up to $80 off this month, and save on subscription plans with the latest Peacock TV coupons from WIRED.
 
PSA: Minecraft Switch 2 Now Available, Switch Physical Owners Get A Digital Discount - Nintendo Life - Google Wed, 28 Oct 2026 04:55:00 GMT
  1. PSA: Minecraft Switch 2 Now Available, Switch Physical Owners Get A Digital Discount Nintendo Life
  2. Play Minecraft on your Nintendo Switch™ 2 today! Minecraft
  3. Minecraft is live on Switch 2 — here's how to claim your free upgrade before January Tech Times
  4. Minecraft for Nintendo Switch 2: Editions, Prices, and Free Upgrade Guide games.gg
  5. A native Minecraft reportedly gives the Nintendo Switch 2 a first-year family staple on 27 October Gamereactor UK
 
Making machines that can listen - MIT Wed, 28 Oct 2026 04:00:00 GMT
Professor Paris Smaragdis develops computers with superhuman hearing for applications like speech recognition, music understanding, and environmental monitoring.
 
Cyberpunk's Edgerunners 2 Update Isn't In The Best State On Switch 2 - Nintendo Life - Google Wed, 28 Oct 2026 01:00:00 GMT
  1. Cyberpunk's Edgerunners 2 Update Isn't In The Best State On Switch 2 Nintendo Life
  2. Cyberpunk 2077's Edgerunners 2 Update (2.5) is out now! cyberpunk.net
  3. 10 Things I Wish I Knew When I Started ‘Cyberpunk 2077’ (Update 2.5 Edition) Forbes
  4. From the Anime to the Game — Free Update Brings Edgerunners 2 Content and More to Cyberpunk 2077! XBOX Wire
  5. Cyberpunk 2077 Hotfix 2.500.200 Released on October 27 MP1st
 
Further Thoughts on the Googlebook, in Comparison to the MacBook Air - John Scalzi's Whatever - Google Wed, 28 Oct 2026 00:57:01 GMT
  1. Further Thoughts on the Googlebook, in Comparison to the MacBook Air John Scalzi's Whatever
  2. Google Tried to Reinvent the Laptop. Don’t Buy It. The New York Times
  3. I tried the Lenovo Googlebook. I wouldn't buy one PCWorld
  4. Here's how I replicated 3 of the Googlebook's best features on a $60 Linux laptop How-To Geek
  5. Googlebooks just aren’t ready The Verge
 
Apple refreshes the iMac, entry-level MacBook Pro with the M6 chip - ArsTechnica Tue, 27 Oct 2026 22:37:30 GMT
Additionally, the N1 chip brings Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth 6.
 
Researchers set a real-time fiber record: 3.2 petabits per second over 10.3 kilometers - TechSpot Tue, 27 Oct 2026 22:32:00 GMT

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

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South Carolina's measles outbreak jumped to Washington state 5 times in 2 weeks - ArsTechnica Tue, 27 Oct 2026 22:22:32 GMT
International travel used to be the main risk of measles cases in the US—not anymore.
 
Kane Parson Fuels Speculation Over Valve Collaboration and Portal Movie With New Comments - IGN - Google Tue, 27 Oct 2026 22:18:58 GMT
  1. Kane Parson Fuels Speculation Over Valve Collaboration and Portal Movie With New Comments IGN
  2. Kane Parsons Confirms He Has Met With Valve to Collaborate, But Won't Make Something If It Can't Be Done Well IGN
  3. Backrooms Director Teases Next Dream Projects — Is Portal One of Them? Polygon.com
  4. Portal set for major revival as unexpected update teases franchise's future GAMINGbible
  5. Backrooms director Kane Parsons talks Valve meetings and potential game adaptations GosuGamers
 
China's top-secret spaceplane can't hide in low-Earth orbit - ArsTechnica Tue, 27 Oct 2026 22:04:50 GMT
The DIA's threat assessment suggests China may soon place directed energy weapons in space.
 
"No human at the helm": Delaware plan would let AI agents run entire businesses - ArsTechnica Tue, 27 Oct 2026 21:50:04 GMT
Owners of AI-run firms would evade liability for "reckless" AI, US Rep. Comer says.
 
Anthropic IPO warns its AI could blackmail people, become sentient, end humanity - ArsTechnica Tue, 27 Oct 2026 21:31:14 GMT
Seven potential AI nightmares pulled from Anthropic's 93-page "Risk Factor" tome.
 
Learner collaborates with MIT peers to develop book of AI insights - MIT Tue, 27 Oct 2026 20:55:00 GMT
Prabha Jha used her experience with MIT Open Learning’s program for senior executives to develop AI solutions for her employer, Verizon, and to write a book.
 
One of Call of Duty's Most Iconic Maps Has Been Added to Modern Warfare 4 Nearly 20 Years After Its Initial Debut - IGN - Google Tue, 27 Oct 2026 20:28:29 GMT
  1. One of Call of Duty's Most Iconic Maps Has Been Added to Modern Warfare 4 Nearly 20 Years After Its Initial Debut IGN
  2. Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 and Call of Duty: Warzone Season 1: All You Need to Know Call of Duty® | Best-Selling Video Game Franchise
  3. Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 Season 1 Adds 6 New Maps, New Weapons, and a New DMZ Area IGN
  4. CoD: Modern Warfare 4 And Warzone Season 1 Release Date And Details GameSpot
  5. Modern Warfare 4 Season 1: Everything you need to know for November 6 launch PlayStation.Blog
 
Anthropic Says It Will Revolutionize Biology—Some Day - Wired Tue, 27 Oct 2026 19:39:04 GMT
In breathless press releases and posts, the company has touted its models’ ability to deliver scientific breakthroughs. But its IPO filing taps the brakes on just how fast its AI will lead to big discoveries.
 
Blizzard said it wouldn't sell real-money World of Warcraft housing items tied to player races. It lied. - Windows Central - Google Tue, 27 Oct 2026 19:32:00 GMT
  1. Blizzard said it wouldn't sell real-money World of Warcraft housing items tied to player races. It lied. Windows Central
  2. Blizzard Sparks World of Warcraft Fan Backlash for 'Breaking Promise' Over Housing Microtransactions IGN
  3. I've Stopped Coming Home To World Of Warcraft's Excellent Housing Kotaku
  4. World of Warcraft faces backlash over paid Kul Tiran housing decor Mezha.net
  5. Blizzard sells premium World of Warcraft housing items based on races 11 months after promising fans they wouldn’t FRVR
 
Secure keys strengthen protected military satellite communications - MIT Tue, 27 Oct 2026 19:00:00 GMT
Lincoln Laboratory’s new key-management architecture solves the dilemma of how to refresh cryptographic keys securely, quickly, and widely for U.S. forces.
 
Best Skylight Calendar Alternative on Sale: Save $100 on Everblog HomeCal (2026) - Wired Tue, 27 Oct 2026 18:51:17 GMT
The Everblog HomeCal delivers a similar experience, including a digital photo frame and meal planning at no extra cost.
 
Motorola Deal: Get a Free Smartwatch and Earbuds When You Buy a Razr - Wired Tue, 27 Oct 2026 18:41:41 GMT
The Razr is our favorite budget foldable phone. While it isn’t on sale yet, Motorola is adding extras to sweeten this October deal.
 
Hasbro Appoints Dungeons & Dragons VP As Next President Of Wizards Of The Coast - Star City Games - Google Tue, 27 Oct 2026 18:30:45 GMT
  1. Hasbro Appoints Dungeons & Dragons VP As Next President Of Wizards Of The Coast Star City Games
  2. People on the Move: 'D&D' Head Dan Ayoub Named President of Wizards of the Coast & Hasbro Digital Games ICv2
  3. Hasbro Names Dan Ayoub President of Wizards of the Coast & Hasbro Digital Games http://newsroom.hasbro.com/
  4. Hasbro (HAS) Stock Looks Cheap On Its 192% Three Year Run Simply Wall Street
  5. Hasbro (HAS) Could Be 18% Below Fair Value Following Wizards Leadership Change Yahoo Finance
 
Anthropic Flags Gas Supply as One of Its Biggest Near-Term Risks - Wired Tue, 27 Oct 2026 18:20:28 GMT
The data center buildout could cause a massive increase in gas prices as companies scramble for limited supplies and infrastructure fails to meet demand.
 
Cowboy Space unveils 'Big Iron' rocket to launch 20,000 AI data centers - Space - Google Tue, 27 Oct 2026 18:00:00 GMT
  1. Cowboy Space unveils 'Big Iron' rocket to launch 20,000 AI data centers Space
  2. Cowboy Space debuts new 'Big Iron' rocket Axios
  3. Cowboy Space unveils launch vehicle for deploying its orbital data center constellation SpaceNews
  4. Cowboy Space Reveals Big Iron Data Center Rocket Payload Space
  5. Cowboy Space Is Building Big Iron, a Rocket Meant to Rival Falcon 9 mediasat.info
 
Early Black Friday Deals 2026 - Wired Tue, 27 Oct 2026 18:00:00 GMT
The early bird gets the worm. Here are the best Black Friday deals for 2026 you can already get right now.
 
DoorDash reportedly in talks to acquire Instacart in $17 billion deal - TechSpot Tue, 27 Oct 2026 17:29:00 GMT

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

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Quince’s Merino Wool Tee Doesn’t Cost a Fortune - Wired Tue, 27 Oct 2026 17:12:04 GMT
Merino wool is a super fiber, and Quince’s all-season tee is the perfect way to try it out without spending a fortune.
 
Maxime Penaud talks about winning the Slayer Sword - Warhammer Community - Google Tue, 27 Oct 2026 17:01:16 GMT
  1. Maxime Penaud talks about winning the Slayer Sword Warhammer Community
  2. The Warhammer team presented the works of the winners of the “Golden Demon 2026 – SPIEL Essen” miniature painting competition iXBT.games
  3. Golden Demon 2026 winners revealed at SPIEL Essen Warhammer Community
 
A 28-Year-Old DOGE Operative Gutted USAID. HR Had No Record of Him Working There - Wired Tue, 27 Oct 2026 16:24:34 GMT
Despite the agency's human resources department saying he hadn’t even been onboarded, Jeremy Lewin oversaw the destruction of USAID. It’s not clear he had the legal authority to do so.
 
Apple refreshes 14-inch MacBook Pro with M6 chip and faster wireless - TechSpot Tue, 27 Oct 2026 16:16:00 GMT

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

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Google’s next Genie AI model generates more realistic experiences - The Verge - Google Tue, 27 Oct 2026 16:00:00 GMT
  1. Google’s next Genie AI model generates more realistic experiences The Verge
  2. Genie 4: A new generation of world simulation Google DeepMind
  3. Google Upgrades AI World Model That Rattled Video Game Stocks Bloomberg.com
  4. DeepMind unveils Genie 4 world model promising more realistic physics and humans Ars Technica
  5. Google’s AI worlds can now talk back The Rundown AI
 
The NBA is the third major US league to partner with both Kalshi and Polymarket - TechSpot Tue, 27 Oct 2026 15:29:00 GMT

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

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AI safety expert stops saving for retirement, he believes AI could wipe out humanity within a decade - TechSpot Tue, 27 Oct 2026 14:44:00 GMT

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

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Apple iPhone Duo review: Two screens, two experiences, two thousand dollars - Ars Technica - Google Tue, 27 Oct 2026 14:20:26 GMT
  1. Apple iPhone Duo review: Two screens, two experiences, two thousand dollars Ars Technica
  2. Apple seeks more iPhone Duo supplies amid strong demand for debut foldable- report Yahoo Finance
  3. I’ve Used Plenty of Foldables. The iPhone Duo Complaints Don’t Hold Up PCMag
  4. Confessions of a reluctant iPhone Duo buyer AppleInsider
  5. How good is the iPhone Duo? Financial Times
 
Modders unlock hidden AI power on Nvidia RTX 20, 30, and 40 series GPUs, nearly doubling some benchmarks - TechSpot Tue, 27 Oct 2026 14:07:00 GMT

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

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Meta gets $3 billion from Nvidia, team up to make Muse AI faster and cheaper to run - TechSpot Tue, 27 Oct 2026 13:41:00 GMT

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

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Microsoft is offering voluntary buyouts to about 60,000 employees, a quarter of the company - TechSpot Tue, 27 Oct 2026 13:06:00 GMT

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

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Intel's leaked 28-core Nova Lake CPU beats the Core Ultra 9 285K and Ryzen 9 9950X3D in single-thread testing - TechSpot Tue, 27 Oct 2026 12:18:00 GMT

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

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Sony's next PlayStation handheld may get exclusive access to AMD's mobile RDNA 5 - TechSpot Tue, 27 Oct 2026 11:34:00 GMT

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

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Fitbit Edge reviews: A return to simpler fitness tracking - TechSpot Tue, 27 Oct 2026 11:22:00 GMT
Google's $179 Fitbit Edge has landed to positive reviews for its design, AMOLED display, accurate fitness tracking, built-in GPS, and week-long battery life. Reviewers are praising its simplicity and comfortable fit, positioning it as an alternative to smartwatches.
 
These Are Lifehacker's 2026 'Gift of the Year' Award Winners - Lifehacker - Google Tue, 27 Oct 2026 11:00:00 GMT
  1. These Are Lifehacker's 2026 'Gift of the Year' Award Winners Lifehacker
  2. Gift of the Year Awards: 12 Top-Notch Tech Picks Our Experts Want for Themselves PCMag
  3. 2026 Gifts of the Year: Perfect presents for anyone on your list Popular Science
  4. CNET Gift of the Year Awards: Supreme Tech for Your Holiday Wish List CNET
  5. Publisher’s Take: Holiday 2026 Artful Living Magazine
 
Did the Hardest Problem in A.I. Just Get Much Easier? - The New York Times - Google Tue, 27 Oct 2026 09:03:00 GMT
  1. Did the Hardest Problem in A.I. Just Get Much Easier? The New York Times
  2. AI models may not be so opaque after all The Economist
  3. Is AI Really a Black Box? Neural Networks May Be Easier to Understand Than We Thought SingularityHub
  4. Is This Study Comparable to the Seminal Foundational Paper of Transformer? Groundbreaking Research Ignites Heated Debates in the Global AI Community 36Kr
  5. Good news about AI is “a major moment in scientific history” Denison Forum
 
Origami-based construction method yields lightweight, load-bearing structures on architectural scales - MIT Tue, 27 Oct 2026 04:00:00 GMT
The modular approach could be used to erect emergency shelters or fabricate aerospace components more quickly and with less material than some techniques.
 
J-PAL North America launches Homelessness Evaluation Resource Hub to drive evidence-informed approaches to housing stability - MIT Mon, 26 Oct 2026 23:00:00 GMT
The hub serves as a free, online repository of essential content for policymakers, practitioners, and researchers seeking to leverage rigorous research to inform their approaches to homelessness.
 
The AI boom is happening at seven companies, the rest of the S&P 500 isn't seeing it - TechSpot Mon, 26 Oct 2026 22:22:00 GMT

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

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Apple’s ‘Pro and Tell’ Event: Everything Announced This Week - CNET Mon, 26 Oct 2026 22:21:38 GMT
It’s another big week for Apple, with a new iPad Mini, iMac and touchscreen MacBook Pro.
 
Hashim Sarkis to step down as dean of the School of Architecture and Planning - MIT Mon, 26 Oct 2026 20:30:00 GMT
During a dozen years of leadership, Sarkis championed projects that advanced research, education, and public engagement, and helped design thrive at MIT.
 
Anthropic files to go public, and it could be the biggest IPO ever - TechSpot Mon, 26 Oct 2026 20:17:00 GMT

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

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Tiny11 developer squeezes Windows 11 onto a 700MB CD - TechSpot Mon, 26 Oct 2026 20:05:00 GMT
NTDEV, the creator of tiny11, has pushed Windows 11 slimming to the extreme with pico11, an experimental build that fits on a standard CD while retaining a working desktop and basic apps. It uses just 883MB of RAM in testing, but sacrifices Windows Update and servicing. The developer plans to bring pico11's aggressive trimming capabilities to tiny11 builder.
 
Windows is preparing for Intel's biggest x86 change in years, but only Xeon chips will use it at first - TechSpot Mon, 26 Oct 2026 19:06:00 GMT

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

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At New York Climate Week 2026, MIT connects with a global network - MIT Mon, 26 Oct 2026 19:00:00 GMT
A cross-section of the MIT community convened discussions on topics ranging from data centers and super pollutants to agriculture and education.
 
Live Now! We’ve Folded the iPhone Duo 100,000 Times – Watch Us Fold It Thousands More - CNET Mon, 26 Oct 2026 17:00:15 GMT
We’re using our custom-made robot to open and close the iPhone Duo hundreds of thousands of times. Watch along and get your questions answered by CNET editors live.
 
Implantable device uses ultrasound to improve drug delivery to the brain - MIT Mon, 26 Oct 2026 15:00:00 GMT
This targeted approach could offer a way to prevent the recurrence of aggressive brain tumors.
 
Watch the universe emerge from the dark ages, with Lumina - MIT Mon, 26 Oct 2026 04:00:00 GMT
The new simulation tracks dark matter, galaxies, stars, and cosmic structures over the universe’s first 2 billion years, in greater detail and volume than ever before.
 
At MIT, Martha Minow speaks on sustaining democracy, both by using and overcoming AI - MIT Fri, 23 Oct 2026 21:00:00 GMT
In Compton Lecture, the distinguished legal scholar warns of potential “loss of the Enlightenment” while suggesting ways innovations can meet our civic and cultural needs.
 
Reinforcing the value of human understanding at MIT - MIT Fri, 23 Oct 2026 19:35:00 GMT
During the School of Humanities, Arts, and Social Sciences’ 75th Anniversary Symposium, President Sally Kornbluth said “MIT has never needed your particular insight and guidance more than we do now.”
 
Gunter Stein, control systems and theory expert, dies at 84 - MIT Fri, 23 Oct 2026 18:25:00 GMT
Longtime EECS adjunct professor and LIDS researcher was known for an influential essay on the need for engineers to “respect the unstable.”
 
New iPhone Duo? Here are 4 Cool Features to Try - CNET Fri, 23 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMT
A handful of neat capabilities help Apple’s foldable phone feel even more intuitive.
 
Q&A: How AI came to model the “messy” human mind - MIT Fri, 23 Oct 2026 04:00:00 GMT
Assistant Professor Benjamin Lindquist studies how engineers deliberately injected randomness into early AI, giving rise to deep-learning models that sometimes hallucinate.
 
Persistence, teamwork, and some healthy competition - MIT Fri, 23 Oct 2026 04:00:00 GMT
Senior Veronica Calzadilla Sosa has taken the long route toward her MIT degree and found a supportive community along the way.
 
This design software reimagines everyday objects as self-aware devices - MIT Thu, 22 Oct 2026 20:45:00 GMT
“X-Hinges” helps design and 3D print items like lamps and gloves with an interactive twist: automatically embedded sensors that perceive and adaptively respond to human contact.
 
MIT’s Kavanaugh Fellowship: From invention to impact - MIT Thu, 22 Oct 2026 20:20:00 GMT
The Kavanaugh Translational Fellows Program helps scholars turn promising research into successful businesses.
 
Startup plans to rejuvenate the nuclear power industry with a new manufacturing approach - MIT Thu, 22 Oct 2026 04:00:00 GMT
Founded by Jake Jurewicz ’14, SM ’15, Blue Energy aims to manufacture giant pieces of nuclear reactors at shipyards and ship them on barges for final assembly.
 
Making room to explore - MIT Wed, 21 Oct 2026 20:45:00 GMT
Professor Fan Wang is recognized as “Committed to Caring” for creating a supportive environment for ambitious research and student well-being.
 
For students with their sights set on space medicine, a new community takes flight - MIT Wed, 21 Oct 2026 20:40:00 GMT
MIT’s Doctors Without Gravity club connects health and space science enthusiasts.
 
Tod Machover’s new symphony plays with AI while reflecting on democracy - MIT Wed, 21 Oct 2026 04:00:00 GMT
The MIT composer’s inventive “already and not yet,” premiering at the Boston Symphony Orchestra, uses new AI tools to create interplay with musicians while thematically exploring the fortunes of democracy.
 
MIT student team CERBERUZ wins NASA LunaRecycle Centennial Challenge, turning lunar trash into tools - MIT Tue, 20 Oct 2026 21:30:00 GMT
The team took first prize in both the Prototype and Digital Twin tracks for its lunar waste recycling system.
 
The ocean’s most abundant “loner” microbe has a sticky second life - MIT Tue, 20 Oct 2026 21:15:00 GMT
Researchers in the Chisholm lab find Prochlorococcus can switch between drifting alone and living in attached communities, a discovery that could reshape estimates of how much carbon the ocean moves to the deep sea.
 
Beaver Works Summer Institute: A leader in transformational STEM education - MIT Tue, 20 Oct 2026 21:00:00 GMT
Jointly run by Lincoln Laboratory and the School of Engineering, the program has guided thousands of high school students to technical paths over the past 10 years.
 
MIT spinout makes surgical stitching more like applying a sticky note - MIT Tue, 20 Oct 2026 04:00:00 GMT
SanaHeal has developed a biologically compatible adhesive that sticks to wet tissues to simplify a variety of surgeries.
 
Giving AI a “crystal clear” view of the materials world - MIT Sun, 18 Oct 2026 04:00:00 GMT
New research can help AI models understand crystalline materials in 3D and reason about their properties.
 
Fostering community amid Kendall Square’s innovation - MIT Fri, 16 Oct 2026 16:00:00 GMT
The 18th annual Kendall Square Association Annual Meeting explored how new technologies could be a force for shared prosperity in society.
 
Suzy Nelson transformed student life at MIT - MIT Thu, 15 Oct 2026 21:35:00 GMT
Over the last decade, the vice chancellor has refocused the Institute’s approach to student life to center on student well-being.
 
Satellite data reveal how Antarctica’s ice cliffs behave over time - MIT Thu, 15 Oct 2026 18:00:00 GMT
The cliffs don’t always collapse in the runaway process that scientists had expected.
 
Q&A: The “collision” between AI, your brain, and society - MIT Thu, 15 Oct 2026 04:00:00 GMT
In a new book, Professor Eric So explores how the technology affects our thinking skills.
 
MIT remembers Thomas Rose, a brilliant researcher and generous colleague - MIT Wed, 14 Oct 2026 18:30:00 GMT
Faculty, students, staff, family, and friends gathered to remember the assistant professor and archaeometallurgist who died last month.
 
Researchers improve weather forecasts looking two to six weeks out - MIT Wed, 14 Oct 2026 15:00:00 GMT
A new machine-learning approach broke records for weather forecasting for an important time frame in emergency planning.
 
Reprogrammed NK immune cells target cancer and autoimmune disorders - MIT Tue, 13 Oct 2026 09:00:00 GMT
A new approach can program these cells inside the body and shows promise against diseases caused by dysfunctional T cells, including lymphoma and autoimmune hepatitis.
 
Exploring how plants thrive in a changing environment - MIT Tue, 13 Oct 2026 04:00:00 GMT
Associate Professor David Des Marais studies how plants interact with their surroundings and adapt over time.
 
Q&A: Building accountability behind our words — and AI’s — in civic conversations - MIT Tue, 13 Oct 2026 04:00:00 GMT
Professor Deb Roy contends there should be someone who is “answerable” for every piece of text in public life, no matter its origins.
 
Economists Robert Hall PhD ’67 and Michael Woodford PhD ’83 share Nobel Prize - MIT Mon, 12 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMT
The MIT alumni are honored for work that illuminates how government policy can spur growth in response to economic downturns.
 
3 Questions: What is the best path forward for AI in academia? - MIT Thu, 08 Oct 2026 21:25:00 GMT
MIT Statistics and Data Science Center Director Alexander (Sasha) Rakhlin shares important considerations for departments and institutions.
 
Shape-sensing sheet digitally tracks its movement as it bends and twists - MIT Thu, 08 Oct 2026 18:00:00 GMT
Developed by MIT engineers, this flexible material could be used as a wearable, motion-monitoring “skin” in physical therapy, virtual reality, and gaming.
 
Using AI to mitigate the growing environmental threat of data centers - MIT Thu, 08 Oct 2026 04:00:00 GMT
By rethinking how large cloud computing systems operate, Associate Professor Christina Delimitrou seeks to make data centers more energy efficient.
 
Margaret Hamilton, computing pioneer who led software development for the Apollo program, dies at 90 - MIT Wed, 07 Oct 2026 20:55:00 GMT
Over two decades at MIT, Hamilton forged new paths in computer science and engineering. Her groundbreaking work included leading the team that programmed the first computers that took humans to the moon.
 
Planning system ensures a robot’s flight path will remain collision-free - MIT Wed, 07 Oct 2026 04:00:00 GMT
This new method, called “SANDO,” could help disaster-response robots navigate dangerous, unknown environments.
 
MIT announces the MIT for America initiative, to strengthen STEM education across the country - MIT Tue, 06 Oct 2026 15:00:00 GMT
The effort aims to help U.S. learners from kindergarten to community college, with an emphasis on math, making, and the constructive use of AI.
 
Astronomers catch a star slowly snacking on a brown dwarf, 300 light years away - MIT Mon, 05 Oct 2026 15:00:00 GMT
The discovery reveals a new way that stars and planetary companions can interact.
 
Met Warehouse dedication ceremony launches new era - MIT Fri, 02 Oct 2026 20:00:00 GMT
Once a storage castle, now a design stronghold, the landmark building is a major new hub at MIT.
 
Governor Healey and President Kornbluth launch MIT Future Fest - MIT Thu, 01 Oct 2026 18:30:00 GMT
The new, five-day MIT event reaches takeoff with a forum about discovery and innovation.
 
How to Identify Flock Cameras (and the Lookalikes That Fool People) - CNET Mon, 24 Aug 2026 10:00:00 GMT
Traffic signal cameras, red-light cameras and private security cameras can resemble Flock units but serve different purposes.
 
Five iOS 27 Settings Worth Changing the Day You Update - CNET Fri, 17 Jul 2026 16:00:55 GMT
A few iOS 27 defaults get in the way more than they help. Here’s how to turn each one down or off.
 
Daylight Saving Time Ends Sunday, Nov. 1. Here’s When to Change Your Clocks - CNET Thu, 27 Feb 2025 14:00:07 GMT
Most of the US gains an hour of sleep this weekend, but Hawaii and most of Arizona won’t change their clocks.