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Internal email: Flock is rolling out a voluntary severance program; sources say a significant number of Flock's ~1,500 employees may depart, as customers flee (Wired) - Techmeme Sat, 19 Sep 2026 02:45:01 GMT

Wired:
Internal email: Flock is rolling out a voluntary severance program; sources say a significant number of Flock's ~1,500 employees may depart, as customers flee — As dozens of cities end contracts for its controversial license plate readers, Flock is rolling out a voluntary severance program, WIRED has learned.

 
Flock Offers Employees Buyouts as Customers Flee - Wired Sat, 19 Sep 2026 02:22:54 GMT
As dozens of cities end contracts for its controversial license plate readers, Flock is rolling out a voluntary severance program, WIRED has learned.
 
Nex, which makes Nex Playground, raised a $150M Series E; Nex has sold 1M units of the motion-based gaming system targeted toward kids since its launch in 2023 (Sophie McEvoy/GamesIndustry.biz) - Techmeme Sat, 19 Sep 2026 02:15:01 GMT

Sophie McEvoy / GamesIndustry.biz:
Nex, which makes Nex Playground, raised a $150M Series E; Nex has sold 1M units of the motion-based gaming system targeted toward kids since its launch in 2023 — Subscriber base grows sevenfold in 18 months to nearly one million; former Niantic CFO Jeff Shouger and veteran gaming and technology executive Bing Gordon join team

 
On Chip Debug for (Some) MicroPython - Hack a Day Sat, 19 Sep 2026 02:00:47 GMT
If you’ve used MicroPython much, you know that debugging usually amounts to printing a few things out, trying your code out, and then repeating. But [ghi-electronics] wants you to have …read more
 
Anthropic adds support for the AGENTS.md instructions spec to Claude Code; OpenAI contributed AGENTS.md to the Agentic AI Foundation last year (Thomas Claburn/The Register) - Techmeme Sat, 19 Sep 2026 01:40:00 GMT

Thomas Claburn / The Register:
Anthropic adds support for the AGENTS.md instructions spec to Claude Code; OpenAI contributed AGENTS.md to the Agentic AI Foundation last year — Devs cheer relief from compatibility headache — Anthropic on Friday surprised the developer community by supporting rival OpenAI's mechanism for passing marching orders to AI agents.

 
‘Lollipop Chainsaw’: Cult Japanese Video Game Getting The Live Action Feature Treatment - Deadline - Google Sat, 19 Sep 2026 01:30:00 GMT
  1. ‘Lollipop Chainsaw’: Cult Japanese Video Game Getting The Live Action Feature Treatment Deadline
  2. Lollipop Chainsaw 2 Back2Back Coming to PS5 in 2027 Siliconera
  3. Live-Action Lollipop Chainsaw Film Announced Anime News Network
  4. Lollipop Chainsaw 2 is bringing back the original's zombie-slaying cheerleader cheesiness Polygon.com
  5. Lollipop Chainsaw 2 Back2Back is doubling down on original game’s “cute and crazy” vibe. Developers talk about how the sequel came about AUTOMATON
 
Sources: Anthropic considers releasing a new AI model to counter OpenAI's momentum since Astra's launch, ahead of an IPO and after Amodei's call for a slowdown (Reuters) - Techmeme Sat, 19 Sep 2026 00:30:03 GMT

Reuters:
Sources: Anthropic considers releasing a new AI model to counter OpenAI's momentum since Astra's launch, ahead of an IPO and after Amodei's call for a slowdown — Anthropic is considering rolling out a new AI model to counter OpenAI's momentum since its launch of GPT-6 Astra …

 
Ad tech company Infillion says it is acquiring Foursquare, which will continue operating as an independent brand (Kerry Flynn/Axios) - Techmeme Fri, 18 Sep 2026 23:50:03 GMT

Kerry Flynn / Axios:
Ad tech company Infillion says it is acquiring Foursquare, which will continue operating as an independent brand — Infillion is acquiring location data company Foursquare, founder and executive chairman Rob Emrich tells Axios exclusively. … Foursquare will continue operating …

 
iPhone 18 Pro Max Requires 'Prepare to Ship' Battery Drain Before Shipping - MacRumors - Google Fri, 18 Sep 2026 23:27:55 GMT
iPhone 18 Pro Max Requires 'Prepare to Ship' Battery Drain Before Shipping MacRumors
 
Meta's personal AI agent Muse climbs to No. 1 among free apps on Apple's US App Store, ahead of ChatGPT; Muse launched on September 8 (Georgia Hennessy/Business Insider) - Techmeme Fri, 18 Sep 2026 23:25:01 GMT

Georgia Hennessy / Business Insider:
Meta's personal AI agent Muse climbs to No. 1 among free apps on Apple's US App Store, ahead of ChatGPT; Muse launched on September 8 — Mark Zuckerberg's ambition to bring “personal superintelligence” to everyone may be taking shape, one download at a time.

 
Sources: ~$18B of debt tied to an Oracle New Mexico data center slid into stressed territory, as investors grow wary of construction delays amid local pushback (Financial Times) - Techmeme Fri, 18 Sep 2026 23:10:01 GMT

Financial Times:
Sources: ~$18B of debt tied to an Oracle New Mexico data center slid into stressed territory, as investors grow wary of construction delays amid local pushback — Investors grow wary of permitting and construction delays as opposition mounts in New Mexico — About $18bn of loans tied …

 
The Quantified Scientist tests the Apple Watch Series 12’s new heart rate sensor - 9to5Mac - Google Fri, 18 Sep 2026 23:08:00 GMT
  1. The Quantified Scientist tests the Apple Watch Series 12’s new heart rate sensor 9to5Mac
  2. The Apple Watch Ultra 4 Has Fewer Reasons to Be Ultra WIRED
  3. The Apple Watch Series 12 is the start of a new wearable era The Verge
  4. Apple Watch Series 12 has slightly larger bezels, stuck out Digital Crown AppleInsider
  5. Which New Apple Watch Is Worth the Upgrade? Esquire
 
Leaked presentation: OpenAI expects negative free cash flow of $278B from 2026 to 2030 and projects its revenue will grow from $36B this year to $350B in 2030 (Financial Times) - Techmeme Fri, 18 Sep 2026 23:05:03 GMT

Financial Times:
Leaked presentation: OpenAI expects negative free cash flow of $278B from 2026 to 2030 and projects its revenue will grow from $36B this year to $350B in 2030 — AI start-up has projected deeply negative cash flows as it invests in infrastructure and faces price pressures

 
Sony’s First Computer - Hack a Day Fri, 18 Sep 2026 23:00:59 GMT
In 1982, desktop computers were coming into their own, and no clear leaders had emerged. But everyone knew they wanted a piece of the action. This led to, among other …read more
 
US officials say overreliance on Palantir's Maven AI system was among the factors that contributed to a February missile strike in Iran that killed 123 children (Bloomberg) - Techmeme Fri, 18 Sep 2026 22:50:01 GMT

Bloomberg:
US officials say overreliance on Palantir's Maven AI system was among the factors that contributed to a February missile strike in Iran that killed 123 children — Pentagon investigators have discovered that flawed intelligence, outdated imagery and an overreliance on AI contributed …

 
AI almost led the US military to start a war with China, report says - Engadget Fri, 18 Sep 2026 22:44:45 GMT
CNN's sources claim the US nearly attacked a Chinese ship it believed was carrying nuclear weapon components.
 
An arbitrator orders Uber to pay $40M to the parents of a woman fatally hit by a car after an Uber driver ordered her out of his car in 2023 (Christine Hauser/New York Times) - Techmeme Fri, 18 Sep 2026 22:40:01 GMT

Christine Hauser / New York Times:
An arbitrator orders Uber to pay $40M to the parents of a woman fatally hit by a car after an Uber driver ordered her out of his car in 2023 — Emily Normandin-Parker, 23, was struck and killed on a California freeway after an Uber driver ordered her and a friend out of his car in August 2023.

 
Gemini hacked three companies in May during a test by Irregular; Google says the model stopped after determining it had accessed real companies' systems (Wall Street Journal) - Techmeme Fri, 18 Sep 2026 22:30:01 GMT

Wall Street Journal:
Gemini hacked three companies in May during a test by Irregular; Google says the model stopped after determining it had accessed real companies' systems — The episode resembled similar hacks by other AI models, but Google said it didn't consider it an instance of model misalignment

 
Sources: Anthropic plans to stage its IPO in November, later than many investors expected; the decision was made before ex-Anthropic researcher Jacob Coxon left (Wall Street Journal) - Techmeme Fri, 18 Sep 2026 21:40:01 GMT

Wall Street Journal:
Sources: Anthropic plans to stage its IPO in November, later than many investors expected; the decision was made before ex-Anthropic researcher Jacob Coxon left — Investors had expected the Claude maker to debut in October; AI industry grappling with calls to slowdown pace of development

 
Samsung Phone Users Can Now Sync Photos and Video to Google - CNET Fri, 18 Sep 2026 21:28:37 GMT
Syncing to Microsoft OneDrive will end on Sept. 30.
 
Angle Health, which wants to use AI to expedite healthcare benefits for small businesses, raised $600M led by Vitruvian Partners at a $2.7B valuation (Maria Armental/Wall Street Journal) - Techmeme Fri, 18 Sep 2026 21:20:00 GMT

Maria Armental / Wall Street Journal:
Angle Health, which wants to use AI to expedite healthcare benefits for small businesses, raised $600M led by Vitruvian Partners at a $2.7B valuation — Founded by two ex-Palantir engineers, the startup aims to bring AI-platform power to small-business healthcare benefits

 
Sony Music and UMG say Suno's new models still violates their copyright - Engadget Fri, 18 Sep 2026 21:06:27 GMT
In a new lawsuit, the labels argue Suno found a roundabout way to train its v6 models on unlicensed music.
 
Today’s NYT Connections Hints and Answers for Sept. 19, #1196 - CNET Fri, 18 Sep 2026 21:01:08 GMT
Here are hints and the answers for today’s NYT Connections puzzle No. 1,196 for Saturday, Sept. 19, 2026.
 
Anthropic partners with Accenture to embed evaluators within Anthropic; they expect to invest $2B+ in building capacity in this area over the next five years (Anthropic) - Techmeme Fri, 18 Sep 2026 21:01:04 GMT

Anthropic:
Anthropic partners with Accenture to embed evaluators within Anthropic; they expect to invest $2B+ in building capacity in this area over the next five years — We're partnering with Accenture on independent evaluation of frontier AI. This is an important step toward the commitment …

 
Clicks Communicator shipments begin in December - Engadget Fri, 18 Sep 2026 20:53:52 GMT
The BlackBerry-like phone also got a spec bump and an impending price hike.
 
Battery Replacement Has Gotten Pricier for Apple’s Latest iPhone 18 Pro Models - CNET Fri, 18 Sep 2026 20:46:49 GMT
Most phone batteries degrade faster than we want them to.
 
iPhone 18 Pro Launch Could Be the First of Many for Apple’s New CEO This Year - CNET Fri, 18 Sep 2026 20:38:54 GMT
The iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max may be the first phones to go on sale under new Apple CEO John Ternus, but today’s launch hinted at even more hardware launches to come.
 
What to expect at Meta Connect 2026: New AI glasses, a mixed reality headset and more - Engadget Fri, 18 Sep 2026 20:35:11 GMT
There's a lot for Mark Zuckerberg to cover at this year's keynote.
 
Sources: Anthropic expects to generate $100B+ in annualized revenue this year, up from $65B as of July, as it moves ahead with its IPO amid the AI safety debate (New York Times) - Techmeme Fri, 18 Sep 2026 20:30:00 GMT

New York Times:
Sources: Anthropic expects to generate $100B+ in annualized revenue this year, up from $65B as of July, as it moves ahead with its IPO amid the AI safety debate — The company is expected to generate $100 billion in annualized revenue this year, even as chief executive Dario Amodei calls …

 
AI hallucination of Chinese nuclear components almost led to US military attack - ArsTechnica Fri, 18 Sep 2026 20:26:33 GMT
But the military's overall use of AI seems to be accelerating.
 
Asus Googlebook shows off a big trackpad and plenty of ports in leaked images [Gallery] - 9to5Google - Google Fri, 18 Sep 2026 20:25:00 GMT
  1. Asus Googlebook shows off a big trackpad and plenty of ports in leaked images [Gallery] 9to5Google
  2. Googlebook vs Chromebook: What’s Different About Google’s New Laptop? TechRepublic
  3. Googlebook Pre-Orders Open Sept. 21: $999 Gemini Laptops tech-insider.org
  4. Google Confirms Googlebook Pre-Orders Start September 21 TechPowerUp
  5. The ASUS Googlebook looks like the anti-dongle laptop we asked for androidcentral.com
 
GlobalFoundries and Marvell are scaling up silicon photonics efforts as data centers outgrow copper wiring - TechSpot Fri, 18 Sep 2026 20:25:00 GMT

GlobalFoundries and Marvell Technology have announced an expanded partnership in manufacturing novel connectivity solutions. The multi-year agreement centers on GlobalFoundries' silicon germanium (SiGe) technology, with the company increasing production capacity at its Burlington, Vermont plant.

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Samsung Galaxy S26 FE reviews: a decent phone, awful price - TechSpot Fri, 18 Sep 2026 20:09:00 GMT
The Galaxy S26 FE gets plenty right, including a bright AMOLED display, good performance, capable cameras, and seven years of software updates. The problem is value: reviewers find few meaningful upgrades over the S25 FE, while the higher price puts it against stronger alternatives.
 
Making a Digital Music Player for Cassette Decks - Hack a Day Fri, 18 Sep 2026 20:00:40 GMT
In the cross-over between the era of tapes into that of MP3s, you’d see quite a few of those special cassette tapes that were actually digital music players inside. Some …read more
 
Samsung’s battery upgrades for Galaxy S27 Ultra and Pro leak – is it enough? - 9to5Google - Google Fri, 18 Sep 2026 20:00:00 GMT
  1. Samsung’s battery upgrades for Galaxy S27 Ultra and Pro leak – is it enough? 9to5Google
  2. Samsung will finally give the Galaxy S27 Ultra something that users have been dying for PhoneArena
  3. Samsung Galaxy S27 Pro and S27 Ultra's battery capacities and charging specs revealed - GSMArena.com news GSMArena.com
  4. Galaxy S27 Ultra: Samsung To Change Screen After Three Years forbes.com
  5. The Galaxy S27 Ultra Camera Debate Rages On Tech Advisor
 
Today’s Wordle Hints, Answer and Help for Sept. 19, #1918 - CNET Fri, 18 Sep 2026 20:00:00 GMT
Here are hints and the answer for today’s NYT Wordle puzzle No. 1,918 for Saturday, Sept. 19, 2026.
 
M5 Ultra and M6 Chip Benchmark Results Reveal Graphics Performance - MacRumors - Google Fri, 18 Sep 2026 19:55:59 GMT
  1. M5 Ultra and M6 Chip Benchmark Results Reveal Graphics Performance MacRumors
  2. Apple M5 Ultra Scores Big GPU Gains in Leaked Geekbench Benchmark TechPowerUp
  3. $10.8K M5 Ultra Mac Studio benchmark shows a 6x increase in multi-core compute since M1 AppleInsider
  4. M5 Ultra Demolishes The 96-Core Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9995WX CPU In New Geekbench 7 Scores; Obtains 11% Higher Multi-Core Score With Less Than Half The Number Of Cores Wccftech
  5. Apple’s new M6 Mac mini with boosted RAM and storage is $30 off in rare pre-order sale Macworld
 
EA FC 27 scores solid reviews as gameplay improvements take center stage - TechSpot Fri, 18 Sep 2026 19:54:00 GMT
EA Sports FC 27 builds on the familiar formula with sharper gameplay, smarter player movement, improved Career and Ultimate Team modes, and the new social The Grounds mode. Reviewers highlight the improvements on the pitch and deeper progression, though there are lingering AI and gameplay issues.
 
27 years later, EverQuest Legends is just getting started - Polygon.com - Google Fri, 18 Sep 2026 19:53:10 GMT
27 years later, EverQuest Legends is just getting started Polygon.com
 
One UI 9 global release dates for some Galaxy devices revealed - sammobile.com - Google Fri, 18 Sep 2026 19:42:00 GMT
  1. One UI 9 global release dates for some Galaxy devices revealed sammobile.com
  2. Samsung Confirms 11 New Features In Free Upgrade For Galaxy Phones forbes.com
  3. Samsung starts rolling out Android 17 with One UI 9, confirms initial list of Galaxy devices 9to5Google
  4. Samsung Brings One UI 9 To The Rest Of The Galaxy S26 Series Engadget
  5. The day Galaxy S26 series owners have been waiting for since May has finally arrived... for some PhoneArena
 
Apple Watch Ultra 4 Review: The Series 12 Is Closing the Gap - Wired Fri, 18 Sep 2026 19:36:48 GMT
The Ultra 4 gets smarter about health tracking and lasts longer between charges. But for most people, the Series 12 gets close enough.
 
Mathematicians Build Long-Awaited Graph Sandwich - Quanta Magazine - Google Fri, 18 Sep 2026 19:35:51 GMT
Mathematicians Build Long-Awaited Graph Sandwich Quanta Magazine
 
Sweeping EU Child Safety Proposal Would Transform Social Media, Online Gaming and AI Chatbots - CNET Fri, 18 Sep 2026 19:32:11 GMT
The EU Kids Act would accelerate age verification plans and ban social media use for those under 13.
 
This 1970s-Inspired Automotive Sports Watch Cleverly Reinvents the GMT - gearpatrol.com - Google Fri, 18 Sep 2026 19:28:30 GMT
This 1970s-Inspired Automotive Sports Watch Cleverly Reinvents the GMT gearpatrol.com
 
Here’s How an AI Slowdown Could Actually Be Enforced - Wired Fri, 18 Sep 2026 19:21:09 GMT
Even if big AI companies agree to a pause, ensuring that nobody tries to sneak ahead could prove tricky.
 
FAA tees up $875M AI tool to help manage air traffic congestion - ArsTechnica Fri, 18 Sep 2026 19:20:50 GMT
FAA plans for AI tool to help manage DC air traffic before a nationwide rollout.
 
AI Firms Knew Chatbots Were an ‘Existential Threat’ to Journalists, Court Docs Show - CNET Fri, 18 Sep 2026 19:20:01 GMT
A Microsoft executive called OpenAI’s use of publishers’ material “the largest theft of labor in human history.”
 
The Big Autumn Preview – The Legion of the Damned enter the killzone - warhammer-community.com - Google Fri, 18 Sep 2026 19:13:37 GMT
  1. The Big Autumn Preview – The Legion of the Damned enter the killzone warhammer-community.com
  2. Warhammer 40k Adeptus Custodes codex revealed, alongside massive new terminators wargamer.com
  3. Games Workshop: New TonePro Paints, Blood Bowl Goblins, Tomb Kings, and More On The Way belloflostsouls.net
  4. The Big Autumn Preview – A new duardin faction revealed! warhammer-community.com
  5. The Big Autumn Preview – See all of the reveals here warhammer-community.com
 
Review: Control Resonant: Remedy's Tech Makes the Leap to a Wider Urban Sandbox - Digital Foundry - Google Fri, 18 Sep 2026 19:10:23 GMT
  1. Review: Control Resonant: Remedy's Tech Makes the Leap to a Wider Urban Sandbox Digital Foundry
  2. In Control Resonant, There’s Freedom at Every Mind-Bending Corner The New York Times
  3. Control Resonant Performance Benchmark Review - 35 GPUs Tested - Performance with Upscaling TechPowerUp
  4. Control Resonant: How Remedy is going bigger and weirder with its paranatural horror sequel on September 24 PlayStation.Blog
  5. Control Resonant – Review In Progress Game Informer
 
The new Resident Evil movie captures the survival horror magic of the games - Engadget Fri, 18 Sep 2026 18:56:15 GMT
Resident Evil is yet another horror classic from the director of Weapons.
 
Apple Intelligence has 20+ brand new features in iOS 27, here’s the full list - 9to5Mac - Google Fri, 18 Sep 2026 18:56:00 GMT
  1. Apple Intelligence has 20+ brand new features in iOS 27, here’s the full list 9to5Mac
  2. iOS 27 is here: 10 iPhone features you’ll want to try now Fox News
  3. With iOS 27, Apple Is Laying the Groundwork to Paywall Your iPhone PCMag
  4. iOS 27.2’s First Developer Beta Brings These Features to Some iPhones CNET
  5. Best iOS 27 tricks to try now (even with an old iPhone) mashable.com
 
Apple's iPhone 18 goes on sale as customers line up at stores worldwide - Fox Business - Google Fri, 18 Sep 2026 18:50:00 GMT
  1. Apple's iPhone 18 goes on sale as customers line up at stores worldwide Fox Business
  2. The latest iPhone, Apple Watch, and AirPods lineups arrive in stores worldwide apple.com
  3. The iPhone 18 Pro’s big camera update is all about the small gains The Verge
  4. iPhone 18 Pro hands-on: What's new with the cameras mashable.com
  5. The iPhone 18 Pro Brings 3 Upgrades That Will Make My Traveling Life So Much Easier CNET
 
Almost 86% of Japanese game developers are using AI in their workflows, up from 51% in 2025 - TechSpot Fri, 18 Sep 2026 18:40:00 GMT

According to a survey conducted by the Computer Entertainment Suppliers Association (CESA), there has been a massive surge in AI adoption among video game developers in Japan, with 85.8% of respondents reporting that they use generative AI as part of their game development process. While 63% of surveyed developers said...

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The Big Autumn Preview – Roleplay in the underhive - warhammer-community.com - Google Fri, 18 Sep 2026 18:38:30 GMT
The Big Autumn Preview – Roleplay in the underhive warhammer-community.com
 
Disney hires ex-CEO of AI company it accused of copyright infringement - Engadget Fri, 18 Sep 2026 18:36:47 GMT
What's a little IP theft between friends?
 
Reconstructing a Pin on a Pin Grid Array Package - Hack a Day Fri, 18 Sep 2026 18:30:22 GMT
Before moving to land grid array (LGA) packaging whereby each pin on the substrate is just a copper pad, processors commonly used pin grid array (PGA) packaging, including the still …read more
 
GTA 6 Boss Seems A Bit Grumpy And Defensive While Answering An Investor's Question About Frequent Delays - Kotaku - Google Fri, 18 Sep 2026 18:30:09 GMT
  1. GTA 6 Boss Seems A Bit Grumpy And Defensive While Answering An Investor's Question About Frequent Delays Kotaku
  2. Take-Two Reaffirms GTA VI Launch Date, Maps Global Strategy at Annual Meeting finance.yahoo.com
  3. Take-Two CEO claps back at investor over GTA 6 delay concerns Notebookcheck
  4. Take-Two CEO addresses GTA 6 monetisation and management criticism at shareholder meeting Inven Global
  5. TTWO: Director elections, executive pay, and GTA VI launch strategy dominated the meeting TradingView
 
The Big Autumn Preview – Slaanesh unleashed in the Age of Darkness - warhammer-community.com - Google Fri, 18 Sep 2026 18:28:37 GMT
The Big Autumn Preview – Slaanesh unleashed in the Age of Darkness warhammer-community.com
 
The Big Autumn Preview – Custodian Terminators step from the vaults - warhammer-community.com - Google Fri, 18 Sep 2026 18:23:21 GMT
The Big Autumn Preview – Custodian Terminators step from the vaults warhammer-community.com
 
FCC allows Gulf state wealth funds to own nearly half of Paramount-Warner Bros. - Engadget Fri, 18 Sep 2026 18:22:10 GMT
Great news for the Ellisons and Saudi Arabia. Everyone else: not so much!
 
FCC lets Paramount sell 49.5% equity stake to Saudi Arabia, UAE, and Qatar - ArsTechnica Fri, 18 Sep 2026 17:57:41 GMT
FCC rejects concerns about repressive governments buying influence over CBS owner.
 
I Toured the Company Mapping Space Debris. Then I Polled Worried and Hopeful Scientists - CNET Fri, 18 Sep 2026 17:54:12 GMT
From portable radars in shipping containers to orbital cameras, I asked scientists how the space-junk tracking industry plans to avoid catastrophic crashes.
 
Apple VP of hardware talks iPhone Duo durability, crease, hinge, and more - 9to5Mac - Google Fri, 18 Sep 2026 17:52:00 GMT
  1. Apple VP of hardware talks iPhone Duo durability, crease, hinge, and more 9to5Mac
  2. ‘A lot of blood, sweat, and tears went into that’: Apple’s new VP of Hardware Engineering says he wants you to ‘hold us accountable’ for the iPhone Duo’s hinge durability techradar.com
  3. Apple explains how it made the iPhone Duo crease nearly disappear Digital Trends
  4. iPhone Duo AppleCare Fees Listed, Fold Repair Costs Still Missing Gadget Review
  5. iPhone Duo AppleCare Repair Fees Are Here: Is the Plan $299 a Year? zeera wireless
 
Finding the cells that put our brain to sleep - ArsTechnica Fri, 18 Sep 2026 17:49:50 GMT
Rare cells with widespread connectivity seem to be able to trigger sleep.
 
Google’s new ‘CC’ is an AI agent that helps families run their households - TechCrunch - Google Fri, 18 Sep 2026 17:33:50 GMT
  1. Google’s new ‘CC’ is an AI agent that helps families run their households TechCrunch
  2. The new CC, an AI agent built for families blog.google
  3. Google announces new experimental "CC" AI agent for families Ars Technica
  4. Google’s revamping its ‘CC’ AI as an organizing agent for families. The Verge
  5. Google CC AI Agent Manages Family Calendars and Tasks TechRepublic
 
US government website used Chinese model the FBI called "malicious" - ArsTechnica Fri, 18 Sep 2026 17:28:50 GMT
The Federal Register website briefly used an open source Chinese AI search tool.
 
Ghostrunner's studio is pricing its Soulslike "Valor Mortis" at $40, but it's worried you'll think that's too low - TechSpot Fri, 18 Sep 2026 17:13:00 GMT

One More Level (OML), the studio behind the critically acclaimed first-person "runner" Ghostrunner, is almost ready to launch its new game. Valor Mortis will apply the developer's experience with first-person games to the Soulslike genre and will apparently require a smaller upfront payment than other "triple-A" productions while still offering...

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Former Sony Suits Recreate Infamous PS4 Game Sharing Skit, Only without the Disc - Push Square - Google Fri, 18 Sep 2026 17:00:00 GMT
  1. Former Sony Suits Recreate Infamous PS4 Game Sharing Skit, Only without the Disc Push Square
  2. Shuhei Yoshida and Adam Boyes recreate PlayStation's famous disc-sharing meme, this time with no physical game TweakTown
  3. Sony's Iconic PS4 Game-Sharing Meme Has Been Recreated To Capture Our Depressing Future GameSpot
  4. 13 Years Later, Former PlayStation Boss Recreates Iconic Game Sharing Photo TheGamer
  5. PlayStation revives its old used-game joke: now it’s about digital games en.softonic.com
 
MIT researchers are mapping extreme weather risks — and building tools to act on them - MIT Fri, 18 Sep 2026 16:55:00 GMT
The Climate Grand Challenges “New World of Weather” project shows how modeling, planning tools, and infrastructure analysis are translating research into real-world resilience.
 
Hackaday Podcast Episode 387: Superhuman Clocks, CAN in USB-C, and the Joys of Bare Metal - Hack a Day Fri, 18 Sep 2026 16:45:35 GMT
This week, Hackaday Editors Elliot Williams and Tom Nardi start the episode off by discussing the latest CircuitPython developments before covering some impressive reverse engineering efforts, the benefits of modeling …read more
 
The Last of Us Game Director Apologises for Dragging God of War Laufey into 'Boring' AAA Game Discussion - Push Square - Google Fri, 18 Sep 2026 16:45:00 GMT
  1. The Last of Us Game Director Apologises for Dragging God of War Laufey into 'Boring' AAA Game Discussion Push Square
  2. The Last of Us Game Director Finds Modern AAA Games 'Boring,' Says He's 'Not Excited' by God of War Laufey's Gameplay IGN
  3. The Last of Us director says AAA gaming is “boring” as it now “feels like there’s no opportunity to inject fresh, innovative ideas” anymore FRVR
  4. The Last of Us game director apologizes for God of War Laufey criticism, points finger at industry leaders for triple-A stagnation PC Gamer
  5. The co-author of the original The Last of Us finds today's AAA games boring WN Hub
 
A new chapter for MIT Reads - MIT Fri, 18 Sep 2026 16:30:00 GMT
A new focus on fiction and memoir aims to help the MIT community celebrate the power of storytelling and strengthen social connection.
 
This startup believes smaller, modular data centers can solve AI's infrastructure bottleneck - TechSpot Fri, 18 Sep 2026 16:28:00 GMT

The funding round values Crusoe at about $30.9 billion after the investment, Chief Executive Chase Lochmiller said. Atreides Management, Valor Equity Partners, and Mubadala Investment co-led the round. Other investors include Founders Fund, TPG, and several sovereign wealth funds, including the Qatar Investment Authority.

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A new understanding of how enzymes influence bacterial protein production - MIT Fri, 18 Sep 2026 16:20:00 GMT
Novel research expands scientific understanding of how RNA shapes the reading of genetic information.
 
ASUS launches first Snapdragon X2 Elite mini PC, Ascent QN10 costs $1,350 - VideoCardz.com - Google Fri, 18 Sep 2026 16:16:39 GMT
  1. ASUS launches first Snapdragon X2 Elite mini PC, Ascent QN10 costs $1,350 VideoCardz.com
  2. ASUS launches the Ascent QN10, an 80‑TOPS AI mini PC powered by Snapdragon X2 Elite windowscentral.com
  3. Everybody Wants to Make Their Own Mac mini Now, and It’s Obvious Why Gizmodo
  4. Snapdragon X2 Elite Mini PC, Steam Frame, and ThinkBook Plus Gen 7 Autotwist: Liliputing News Roundup Liliputing
  5. ASUS Ascent QN10: Snapdragon X2 Elite AI Mini PC ASUS Pressroom
 
Forza Horizon 6, Skyrim, and More Microsoft-Published Games Are Getting Big Discounts in Best Buy’s Deal of the Day - IGN - Google Fri, 18 Sep 2026 16:08:49 GMT
Forza Horizon 6, Skyrim, and More Microsoft-Published Games Are Getting Big Discounts in Best Buy’s Deal of the Day IGN
 
Control Resonant reviews praise its spectacular world and bold new direction - TechSpot Fri, 18 Sep 2026 16:07:00 GMT
Control Resonant takes Remedy's supernatural series into a semi-open-world Manhattan, with Dylan Faden replacing Jesse as protagonist. Reviewers like the reality-bending environments, art direction, story, and exploration, while reactions to the redesigned combat are more mixed.
 
Windows 11 can now rewind your whole PC, including the file you just created - MakeUseOf - Google Fri, 18 Sep 2026 16:00:15 GMT
  1. Windows 11 can now rewind your whole PC, including the file you just created MakeUseOf
  2. Announcing new builds for 18 September 2026 Windows Blog
  3. Windows 11 Beta build 26220.9492 improves Live Captions and fixes Hyper-V issues Neowin
  4. Windows 11's cloud-based recovery tool gets new features on the Experimental branch XDA
  5. Microsoft is Testing New File Removal Options for Windows 11’s Cloud Rebuild Feature Thurrott.com
 
An Undercover Google Analyst Infiltrated a Notorious Supply-Chain Hacking Gang - Wired Fri, 18 Sep 2026 16:00:00 GMT
TeamPCP pulled off the worst-ever software supply-chain hacking spree and breached thousands of companies. Now Google’s threat intelligence group says it had a mole inside the hackers’ inner circle.
 
Are iPhone 17 Pro Cases Compatible With iPhone 18 Pro? Here's What Apple Says - MacRumors - Google Fri, 18 Sep 2026 15:54:48 GMT
  1. Are iPhone 17 Pro Cases Compatible With iPhone 18 Pro? Here's What Apple Says MacRumors
  2. These Are the Best Cases for the iPhone 18 Pro, According to Our Longtime Apple Reviewer WSJ
  3. 6 iPhone 18 Pro Accessories to Check Out in 2026 TechRepublic
  4. I've spent years testing screen protectors. These are the 8 best for your iPhone 18 Pro Max Business Insider
  5. Zagg’s Latest Sale Takes 20% Off When You Grab Two or More iPhone 18 Cases CNET
 
GTA V's Canceled Liberty City Expansion Revealed In Massive New Leak - Kotaku - Google Fri, 18 Sep 2026 15:32:38 GMT
  1. GTA V's Canceled Liberty City Expansion Revealed In Massive New Leak Kotaku
  2. 192GB Rockstar leak exposes canceled GTA 5 DLC and early GTA 6 map assets TweakTown
  3. Early GTA VI map, zombies, GTA V DLC, and frozen Trevor - almost 200 GB of Rockstar files leaked online ixbt.games
  4. GTA 6 Leak Reveals Trevor’s Brutal Option A Ending in Grand Theft Auto 5 Beebom
  5. Massive 192 GB Rockstar Leak Surfaces, Including Cut Content For GTA 5 and Early GTA 6 Files TechPowerUp
 
Nintendo has updated the Super Mario logo, plus new Mario renders - Nintendo Everything - Google Fri, 18 Sep 2026 15:32:22 GMT
  1. Nintendo has updated the Super Mario logo, plus new Mario renders Nintendo Everything
  2. People Can’t Stop Talking About Mario’s New Tiny Pockets GameSpot
  3. Nintendo Just Updated Super Mario’s Official Logo After 15 Years The Direct
  4. Nintendo quietly releases updated Super Mario logo and renders GoNintendo
  5. Nintendo Appears To Have Updated The Super Mario Logo Nintendo Life
 
Brain Control Your Appliance, Sort Of - Hack a Day Fri, 18 Sep 2026 15:30:32 GMT
We aren’t sure we subscribe to [Upside Down Labs] description that their Neuro PlayGround Lite (NPG Lite) actually constitutes brain control in the science fiction sense. However, the package can …read more
 
The Transformers: The Movie re-review: Still the best (and it's not close) - Engadget Fri, 18 Sep 2026 15:15:00 GMT
In honor of its 40th anniversary, we celebrate the greatest Transformers movie ever made.
 
Google’s Pixel VIPs redesign starts rolling out to users - Android Authority - Google Fri, 18 Sep 2026 15:10:00 GMT
  1. Google’s Pixel VIPs redesign starts rolling out to users Android Authority
  2. September Pixel Drop: New Pixel VIP updates, Pixel Watch features, and more blog.google
  3. Google rolling out Android 17 QPR1 for Pixel 9to5Google
  4. Android 17 QPR2 Beta is here: this is everything Google has in store androidcentral.com
  5. How September’s Pixel Drop changes the way you call and message important contacts ZDNET
 
Fortnite Is Selling Your Favorite Characters Back To You As Husks - Aftermath - Google Fri, 18 Sep 2026 15:01:52 GMT
  1. Fortnite Is Selling Your Favorite Characters Back To You As Husks Aftermath
  2. ‘Fortnite’ Launches ‘Kingdom Hearts’ In-Game Crossover (Gaming News Roundup) Variety
  3. Fortnite Kingdom Hearts Bundle Details Revealed – All Skins, Cosmetics and Pricing VICE
  4. Whoever Put Together The Kingdom Hearts Fortnite Trailer Knows Ball Kotaku
  5. Is Fortnite down? When Battle Royale will come online with new update Bergen Record
 
AI PACs Have Dumped Nearly $1 Million Into an Obscure Senate Race - Wired Fri, 18 Sep 2026 15:00:08 GMT
The reliably Republican South Dakota senate seat has an incumbent on the ballot. But PACs associated with AI labs and investors have already spent more money on the race than actual residents have.
 
If the AI Industry Followed Its Own Research, It Might Have Paused Already - Wired Fri, 18 Sep 2026 15:00:00 GMT
Anthropic’s CEO says that safety hinges on understanding how AI “thinks.” So far the evidence is disturbing.
 
Microsoft exec says AI training might be the "largest labor theft in human history" - TechSpot Fri, 18 Sep 2026 14:51:00 GMT

Brent Hecht, Microsoft's director of applied science, predicted that people worldwide would view large language models as theft on an unprecedented scale, according to court documents released Thursday. The comments appear to counter Microsoft and OpenAI's public defense against an ongoing lawsuit brought by news outlets.

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The ‘GTA 6 Online’ Release Year Has Been Revealed, It Seems - forbes.com - Google Fri, 18 Sep 2026 14:35:44 GMT
  1. The ‘GTA 6 Online’ Release Year Has Been Revealed, It Seems forbes.com
  2. Twitch CEO Urges Game Firms to Avoid Attention Vortex of ‘GTA 6’ Bloomberg
  3. GTA VI Online Tipped for 2027 Launch TechPowerUp
  4. GTA 6 multiplayer is coming after all, according to Twitch CEO Polygon.com
  5. GTA 6 Online Releasing In 2027 Says Twitch CEO After Talks With Rockstar RockstarINTEL
 
Engrams Embedding Entendre: Codesign for Efficient DRAM/SSD Offloading - newsletter.semianalysis.com - Google Fri, 18 Sep 2026 14:34:20 GMT
Engrams Embedding Entendre: Codesign for Efficient DRAM/SSD Offloading newsletter.semianalysis.com
 
The Street Fighter movie popcorn bucket is gloriously goofy - Engadget Fri, 18 Sep 2026 14:30:18 GMT
The Street Figher popcorn bucket could make things easier for anyone planning to dress as Guile for Halloween.
 
Senators urge FTC to investigate whether Amazon and Walmart chatbots bury "Made in USA" products - TechSpot Fri, 18 Sep 2026 14:09:00 GMT

The request follows a July report from Columbia University's Center for Law and the Economy. The report said the two AI systems did not consistently surface information about domestic-origin claims, even though they could provide information on goods made in other countries.

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This Week in Security: Flock Cameras Are Old, Microsoft Patches Patches, and Researchers attack SSH - Hack a Day Fri, 18 Sep 2026 14:00:38 GMT
Leak site Distributed Denial of Secrets has released a dump of the filesystems of a Flock camera, and Micah Lee has published a dive into the contents.  Apparently the Flock …read more
 
Next Week on XBOX: New Games for September 21 to 25 - news.xbox.com - Google Fri, 18 Sep 2026 14:00:19 GMT
  1. Next Week on XBOX: New Games for September 21 to 25 news.xbox.com
  2. Become A God-Slaying Magical Girl In The 'We Have Roguelite Nier Automata At Home' Anime Action-RPG Coming To Game Pass Kotaku
  3. Xbox Game Pass September 2026 Wave 2 Lineup Announced IGN
  4. Coming to XBOX Game Pass: Gears of War: E-Day, Minecraft Dungeons II, Dune: Awakening, and More news.xbox.com
  5. Gears of War: E-Day and Minecraft Dungeons 2 Headline Xbox Game Pass September 2026 Additions CNET
 
Apple AirPods 5 Review: The Choice Is Clear - Engadget - Google Fri, 18 Sep 2026 14:00:00 GMT
  1. Apple AirPods 5 Review: The Choice Is Clear Engadget
  2. The premium AirPods 5 are the best open-ear earbuds Apple has made The Verge
  3. Apple’s Cheapest AirPods No Longer Feel Like a Compromise Bloomberg
  4. Apple Reveals Its New AirPods 5, But Are They Ready for Editing and Production Work? No Film School
  5. AirPods 5 Are in Stores Now and Here’s Where to Get Yours CNET
 
Apple AirPods 5 review: The choice is clear - Engadget Fri, 18 Sep 2026 14:00:00 GMT
The most notable AirPods 5 upgrades are available on both models, but you'll be happier with the pricier one.
 
Meet the winner of Nikon's Small World in Motion video contest - ArsTechnica Fri, 18 Sep 2026 13:56:57 GMT
Ning Xu of Tsinghua University captured tiny cilia beating in airways of a child with rare respiratory disorder.
 
iPhone Duo videos reveal split keyboard, app multitasking, more - 9to5Mac - Google Fri, 18 Sep 2026 13:51:00 GMT
  1. iPhone Duo videos reveal split keyboard, app multitasking, more 9to5Mac
  2. Apple’s “all-new” iPhone Duo is design nerd catnip British GQ
  3. Stars beg mysterious Apple CEO for iPhone Duos at Emmys, as exec shows off device and mingles with A-list Page Six
  4. iPhone 18 Pro vs iPhone Duo: Go big or go bigger? Macworld
  5. How Apple can sell you a $2K iPhone Duo without winning the spec race ZDNET
 
Gears of War: E-Day's final PC specs target 4K at 60 FPS with an RTX 5070 Ti, but upscaling is required at all levels - TechSpot Fri, 18 Sep 2026 13:38:00 GMT

Gears of War: E-Day's system specs first appeared on its Steam page back in June, but the listings were for Minimum and Recommended specs, with no mention of resolutions, presets, upscaling, etc.

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Researchers used Claude to hack OpenAI - ArsTechnica Fri, 18 Sep 2026 13:30:12 GMT
Researchers used Claude to reach an OpenAI employee account and sensitive GitHub data.
 
Adopt This Data Center Plushie and Hear Its Piercing Scream - Wired Fri, 18 Sep 2026 13:30:00 GMT
The satirical collaboration between a creative studio and the music producer behind Big Data, “Bezzy” is a cute little doll that spews the sounds of real data centers.
 
Final Fantasy 7 Revelation will be "around 200GB" says game director, as he details Sephiroth and Vincent Valentine DLC plans - Eurogamer.net - Google Fri, 18 Sep 2026 13:04:26 GMT
  1. Final Fantasy 7 Revelation will be "around 200GB" says game director, as he details Sephiroth and Vincent Valentine DLC plans Eurogamer.net
  2. FF7 Revelation director Hamaguchi discusses the game’s 200GB size, DLC plans, and a new Tifa detail Video Games Chronicle
  3. Final Fantasy 7 Revelation Expected to Require Around 200 GB of Storage TechPowerUp
  4. Final Fantasy 7 Revelation Plays Like the Third Act of a JRPG in the Best of Ways IGN
  5. Final Fantasy 7 Revelation Director Reveals Why the Game Won't Have a Full Physical Release Polygon.com
 
Meta’s Copyright System Is Being Weaponized Against Albanian Protesters - Wired Fri, 18 Sep 2026 13:00:00 GMT
After three months of daily anti-government protests—dubbed the Flamingo Revolution—the sudden mass suspension of Instagram accounts has led to fears of brigading against demonstrators.
 
Samsung Galaxy S26 FE review: An incremental price hike for incremental updates - Engadget Fri, 18 Sep 2026 13:00:00 GMT
It's tough times for the midrange phone.
 
Air traffic control assisted by AI could arrive as soon as next week - TechSpot Fri, 18 Sep 2026 12:57:00 GMT

Federal aviation officials aim to launch a new AI-based air traffic control tool next week in Washington, DC, one of the US's busiest air travel corridors. The debut marks the beginning of a gradual nationwide rollout.

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Anthropic has set up a bio research lab for physical experiments - Engadget Fri, 18 Sep 2026 12:21:57 GMT
Anthropic now has its own bio research lab in San Francisco.
 
Most of the world thinks AI is going to kill jobs, a new Pew survey finds - TechSpot Fri, 18 Sep 2026 12:12:00 GMT

The US was the third most pessimistic nation when it comes to AI's effect on the workplace, with 71% of participants saying it will lead to fewer jobs in the country over the next 20 years. Only South Korea and Australia, both on 76%, were higher.

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The Clicks Communicator Ships in December With More RAM and New Mobile Service - CNET Fri, 18 Sep 2026 12:00:00 GMT
A new video shows off the BlackBerry-like phone’s features, including the speech-to-text Prompt Key, Message Hub and new Clicks Mobile wireless service.
 
Apple Watch Ultra 4 vs. Galaxy Watch Ultra 2: Comparing their features, durability and displays - Engadget Fri, 18 Sep 2026 12:00:00 GMT
Here's everything you'll get with Apple and Samsung's latest high-end smartwatches.
 
Review: Valheim (Switch 2) - Epic Survival Crafter Finally Hits 1.0, With Performance & Crossplay Hiccups - Nintendo Life - Google Fri, 18 Sep 2026 12:00:00 GMT
  1. Review: Valheim (Switch 2) - Epic Survival Crafter Finally Hits 1.0, With Performance & Crossplay Hiccups Nintendo Life
  2. Valheim 1.0 Full Release Date: The Deep North Is Live 25yearslatersite.com
  3. 2 of the best survival games of recent years are fully released - Which one is for me, Valheim or Enshrouded? Mein-MMO
  4. Valheim 1.0 Review – Back to Hunting and Building GamingBolt
  5. After more than 400 hours of Valheim in early access, I love the journey from naked adventurer to godly Viking now more than ever PC Gamer
 
NASA's moon orbiter has spotted an impact crater that only happens once a century - Engadget Fri, 18 Sep 2026 11:26:23 GMT
Images taken by the Lunar Reconnaissance Orbiter led to the discovery of a moon crater that's 728 feet wide. Impacts like that only happen once a century.
 
Microsoft executive called OpenAI's web scraping the 'largest theft of labor in human history' - Engadget Fri, 18 Sep 2026 11:22:31 GMT
Executives from OpenAI and Microsoft were reportedly worried about ChatGPT training that scraped millions of news articles.
 
Scientists develop a way to restore aging EV batteries without breaking them down into raw materials - TechSpot Fri, 18 Sep 2026 11:15:00 GMT

The work focuses on a common problem in aging lithium-ion batteries: buildup on the electrodes. As batteries are charged and discharged, a layer known as the solid electrolyte interphase, or SEI, grows on their surfaces. Some SEI is necessary, but too much of it slows the movement of electrons and...

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Scientists develop a way to restore aging EV batteries without breaking them down into raw materials - TechSpot - Google Fri, 18 Sep 2026 11:15:00 GMT
  1. Scientists develop a way to restore aging EV batteries without breaking them down into raw materials TechSpot
  2. Cornell Method Restores Dead EV Batteries to 95% Capacity Gadget Review
  3. Discarded Lithium-Ion Batteries Brought Back to Life With Thermochemical Treatment Bioengineer.org
  4. New Tech Resurrects End-Of-Life Lithium Batteries Back To 95% Capacity slashgear.com
 
Best Gifts for Mom (2026): E-Readers, Digital Wall Calendar, Smart Bird Feeders - Wired Fri, 18 Sep 2026 11:07:00 GMT
From a calendar that keeps my family organized to a frame that rescues photos from my camera roll, these favorites make thoughtful gifts.
 
Earth's Magnetic Field Flipping Heard as a Sound Is an Unnerving Horror - ScienceAlert - Google Fri, 18 Sep 2026 11:04:57 GMT
Earth's Magnetic Field Flipping Heard as a Sound Is an Unnerving Horror ScienceAlert
 
Pokémon TCG 30th Anniversary ETB Price Drops on Amazon, but There Is Still a Catch - IGN - Google Fri, 18 Sep 2026 11:03:17 GMT
  1. Pokémon TCG 30th Anniversary ETB Price Drops on Amazon, but There Is Still a Catch IGN
  2. The Pokémon TCG: 30th Celebration Expansion Is Available Now Pokemon.com
  3. Fans line up at Roanoke gaming store for Pokémon 30th anniversary card set release WDBJ7
  4. Pokémon has turned 30, and Target is set to cash in on the anniversary craze MarketWatch
  5. Pokémon card launch creates Glastonbury-style buzz BBC
 
When did spontaneous phone calls become rude? - Business Insider - Google Fri, 18 Sep 2026 11:02:00 GMT
When did spontaneous phone calls become rude? Business Insider
 
Rocket Report: China wants a Raptor 3 engine; SpaceX set for big Starship test - ArsTechnica Fri, 18 Sep 2026 11:00:11 GMT
“I can tell you SpaceX has already gone captive."
 
Submit Your Questions: Why Is Silicon Valley Still a Boys’ Club? - Wired Fri, 18 Sep 2026 11:00:00 GMT
How are women really faring in Silicon Valley? Submit your questions to our panel and we'll give you the scoop on September 24.
 
He Won the Nobel Prize for Protein Design. Now He Uses AI to Create Molecules Not Found in Nature - Wired Fri, 18 Sep 2026 10:30:00 GMT
David Baker spoke with WIRED en Español about where biological design is headed next and the great potential and risks of taking biology outside the bounds of the natural world.
 
The Leftist Split Over AI Doom - Wired Fri, 18 Sep 2026 10:15:00 GMT
The left wants AI regulation. They just can’t agree on what it should look like or how concerned they should be.
 
A California county wants businesses to pay a fee when robots take someone's job - TechSpot Fri, 18 Sep 2026 10:15:00 GMT

The San Mateo County Board of Supervisors this week voted 4-0 to establish what is being called a first-of-its-kind permitting system for businesses using autonomous, AI-controlled robots.

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10+ Xbox Games Are Available Today, Including A Free Trial Of FC 27 For Game Pass Ultimate Subscribers (September 18) - Pure Xbox - Google Fri, 18 Sep 2026 10:05:09 GMT
  1. 10+ Xbox Games Are Available Today, Including A Free Trial Of FC 27 For Game Pass Ultimate Subscribers (September 18) Pure Xbox
  2. EA Sports FC 27 Release Date, Top Player Ratings, New Features, Preview and More Bleacher Report
  3. EA Sports FC 27 Review So Far – The Grounds Seems Shaky, But the Tactics System Shows Promise IGN
  4. Welcome to The World’s Game: EA Sports FC 27 Early Access Trial with EA Play Available Today news.xbox.com
  5. EA FC 27’s Transfer Market Is Locked for Some Players — Here’s How to Get Access Athlon Sports
 
World of Warcraft's director on Forever v Retail, Horde v Alliance and more - windowscentral.com - Google Fri, 18 Sep 2026 10:00:00 GMT
  1. World of Warcraft's director on Forever v Retail, Horde v Alliance and more windowscentral.com
  2. The World of Warcraft: Forever Beta Now Live Blizzard News
  3. BlizzCon 2026 Interview: Chatting WoW Forever's Campsites, Horizontal Progression, And More With Blizzard MMORPG.com
  4. ‘World of Warcraft Forever needs to truly be forever’ – Interview IGN Nordic
  5. World Of Warcraft: Forever Devs Answer Our Biggest Questions At BlizzCon Game Informer
 
Mophie’s Extendable MagSafe 3-in-1 Charging Stand Is 50 Percent Off - Wired Fri, 18 Sep 2026 10:00:00 GMT
Charge your trio of Apple gadgets–iPhone, Apple Watch, and AirPods–with one of my favorite telescopic stands.
 
It Still Feels Like Summer in Parts of the US. Blame El Niño - Wired Fri, 18 Sep 2026 10:00:00 GMT
Heat records are being shattered thanks to a boost from the natural climate pattern—and burning fossil fuels, of course.
 
Napster Is Back, and It Wants to Digitally Clone Teachers - Wired Fri, 18 Sep 2026 09:15:00 GMT
Once the music industry’s biggest headache, Napster’s next act is bringing AI to the classroom.
 
Random: Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave Switch 2 Physical Hides A Neat Nod To Three Houses - Nintendo Life - Google Fri, 18 Sep 2026 09:15:00 GMT
  1. Random: Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave Switch 2 Physical Hides A Neat Nod To Three Houses Nintendo Life
  2. Fire Emblem: Fortune’s Weave – Seven tips to save the world Nintendo
  3. Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave Review: Let The Games Begin Game Informer
  4. Classes and unlock requirements in Fire Emblem Fortune's Weave Polygon.com
  5. Nintendo’s Newest Fire Emblem Is a Sprawling Book of Stories CNET
 
Why AI Isn’t Likely to Wipe Out Humanity With Bioweapons - Wired Fri, 18 Sep 2026 09:00:00 GMT
Of all the threats presented by uncontrollable artificial intelligence, scientists say death by plague ranks low.
 
Best Open Earbuds (2026): Shokz, Bose, Soundcore, and More - Wired Fri, 18 Sep 2026 09:00:00 GMT
I’ve tested dozens of open earbuds. My favorite ones let you hear the world and your tunes equally.
 
Waymo is expanding to Singapore - Engadget Fri, 18 Sep 2026 08:18:12 GMT
Waymo has announced its next international location: Singapore.
 
Today’s NYT Strands Hints, Answers and Help for Sept. 18, #929 - CNET Fri, 18 Sep 2026 05:38:50 GMT
Here are hints and the answers for today’s NYT Strands puzzle for Sept. 18, 2026.
 
Dyson Promo Codes: 25% Off in September 2026 - Wired Fri, 18 Sep 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.
 
Design Within Reach Promo Codes: 30% Off | September 2026 - Wired Fri, 18 Sep 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Get 30% off, 20% off, and free shipping with our Design Within Reach coupon codes, plus up to 50% off furniture with these special discounts.
 
NordVPN Coupons: 75% Off, Plus 3 Months Free in September 2026 - Wired Fri, 18 Sep 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Save up to 77% on 2-year plans and get 3 free months with our NordVPN discount codes.
 
iRobot Promo Code: 15% Off - Wired Fri, 18 Sep 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Save on iRobot products, including robot vacuums and mops designed to handle pet hair, daily messes, and hands-free cleaning with smart home integration.
 
Booking.com Promo Codes: 20% Off | September 2026 - Wired Fri, 18 Sep 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Enjoy big savings on your next adventure with our Booking.com promo codes, coupons, and handpicked travel deals.
 
25% Off Adidas Promo Code | September 2026 - Wired Fri, 18 Sep 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Save 15% or 30% with Adidas promo codes, plus explore Adidas deals for 40% off trendy sneakers.
 
Dell Coupon Codes: 20% Off for September 2026 - Wired Fri, 18 Sep 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Get 20% off with verified Dell promo code, plus today’s coupons for up to $600 off laptops, Alienware monitors, and all things tech.
 
Zoro Coupon Codes: 20% Off September 2026 - Wired Fri, 18 Sep 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Find the best Zoro coupon codes, deals, and free shipping offers to save big on industrial equipment, tools, and supplies in September 2026.
 
Fueling a return journey from Mars - MIT Fri, 18 Sep 2026 04:00:00 GMT
PhD candidate Lanie McKinney is building technology to convert the Red Planet’s atmosphere into propellant for bringing astronauts home.
 
Konami Producer Says Silent Hill: Townfall Might Outshine Silent Hill 2 Remake - DualShockers - Google Fri, 18 Sep 2026 01:42:00 GMT
  1. Konami Producer Says Silent Hill: Townfall Might Outshine Silent Hill 2 Remake DualShockers
  2. Silent Hill: Townfall creators break down PS5 features, out September 24 PlayStation.Blog
  3. Silent Hill: Townfall Could Mark the Return of Genuine Survival Horror IGN
  4. Silent Hill: Townfall's Scotland setting is "really weird for players," but it's one of the game's highlights PCGamesN
  5. ‘Silent Hill: Townfall’ Survival Horror Psychological Game With Voice Stars Jovan Adepo, Kezia Burrows, Terry O’Quinn – Trailer and Release Date entertainmentvine.com
 
Save Up to 90% Off PC Games During Ubisoft's 40th Anniversary Sale, Plus Get One Game Totally Free - IGN - Google Fri, 18 Sep 2026 00:20:00 GMT
  1. Save Up to 90% Off PC Games During Ubisoft's 40th Anniversary Sale, Plus Get One Game Totally Free IGN
  2. Ubisoft is giving away For Honor for free: claim it now and keep it forever GAMINGbible
  3. Ubisoft Makes For Honor Free to Keep Forever 80 Level
  4. PC players can grab For Honor for free and keep it forever on Ubisoft Store dlcompare.com
  5. Ubisoft 40th Anniversary Sale for PC: For Honor Giveaway, Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced Has First Sale Ubisoft
 
Scalpers & Scammers Swoop In To Prey On Waitlisted Would-Be Steam Frame Buyers - UploadVR - Google Thu, 17 Sep 2026 23:57:25 GMT
  1. Scalpers & Scammers Swoop In To Prey On Waitlisted Would-Be Steam Frame Buyers UploadVR
  2. Steam Frame: The Ars Technica review Ars Technica
  3. Valve has already fixed the Steam Frame’s slow charging speeds. The Verge
  4. Steam Frame, Reviewed: Valve's Ambitious VR Headset Feels Like an Experiment in Progress CNET
  5. Scalpers Are Trying to Sell Valve's Steam Frame for Up to $2,000, but the Community Is Fighting Back IGN
 
eGPUs do work, but they come with some notable limitations - Engadget Thu, 17 Sep 2026 23:00:00 GMT
You're probably better off buying a basic gaming PC than messing with an eGPU.
 
Google's revamped CC is an AI agent for families and groups - Engadget Thu, 17 Sep 2026 22:55:08 GMT
CC gives an AI agent its own Google account in your family or group and sends all members a daily briefing.
 
Razer's new $100 Kraken headset adds physical haptic feedback to over 100 supported games - TechSpot Thu, 17 Sep 2026 22:52:00 GMT

Razer has a new headset for players interested in feeling some "real" haptic feedback during their gaming sessions. The Kraken V4 X Sensa HD Haptics Edition employs the same Sensa HD Haptics technology used by Razer in previous products, vowing to provide deeper integration across the wide range of games...

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Congratulations, World: A New Supercute Cat Species Has Been Found - CNET Thu, 17 Sep 2026 22:47:49 GMT
After more than a century, Leopardus tilcayo has arrived to astound scientists, and we want to take it home.
 
A NASA Scientist Found a Huge New Crater on the Moon by Accident - CNET Thu, 17 Sep 2026 22:45:21 GMT
It’s unlikely another crater this big will be discovered in our lifetime.
 
Apple Watch Series 12 reviews: two-day battery life and better health tracking - TechSpot Thu, 17 Sep 2026 22:36:00 GMT
The latest Apple Watch brings meaningful upgrades to battery life, health tracking, and everyday performance while keeping the same starting price. Reviewers praise the new health sensors, improved Siri, and battery life that can now stretch to two days.
 
RFK Jr. names 8 new members to influential preventive medicine task force - ArsTechnica Thu, 17 Sep 2026 22:31:28 GMT
The USPSTF sets insurance coverage for preventive services, like colonoscopies.
 
Anthropic says Claude 'leads' 26 percent of its AI R&D work - Engadget Thu, 17 Sep 2026 22:30:01 GMT
The company shared the stat alongside three measurements that help communicate the pace of AI development.
 
Here’s What the AI Apocalypse Could Look Like - Wired Thu, 17 Sep 2026 22:20:21 GMT
This week on “Uncanny Valley,” we discuss three possible AI doomsday scenarios, AI safety, and the unexpected bipartisan alliance forming against AI.
 
FAA says laser strikes on aircraft fell for the third consecutive year - Engadget Thu, 17 Sep 2026 22:15:46 GMT
The FAA says the 4,470 laser strikes recorded so far this year is "still too high."
 
iPhone 18 Pro vs. Pixel 11 Pro: The New Apple and Google Pro Phones Are Quite Different - CNET Thu, 17 Sep 2026 22:15:15 GMT
Both Apple and Google raised the price of their 2026 flagship phones by $100, but which one deserves the higher price tag? I compared the specs of iPhone 18 Pro and Pixel 11 Pro to find out.
 
MPC-HC 2.8.2 adds ReplayGain support and playback improvements - TechSpot Thu, 17 Sep 2026 22:15:00 GMT
MPC-HC is a lightweight and highly customizable Windows media player, with strong codec support through its bundled LAV Filters and excellent compatibility with advanced renderers. Version 2.8.2 adds ReplayGain volume normalization, smoother seeking and file launching. For more recommended playback and streaming apps, check out our Essentials Software guide.
 
Small AI models let drones autonomously identify and attack battlefield targets - ArsTechnica Thu, 17 Sep 2026 22:12:58 GMT
Scaleout deploys decentralized AI-driven learning to military bases and drones.
 
I Used AI to Animate Old Family Photos. One Was Creepy, but the Other Was Heartwarming - CNET Thu, 17 Sep 2026 22:07:52 GMT
Can memories be memorialized forever with AI? Or is there something uncanny about feeding childhood pictures to the machine?
 
Finally, You Can Paint Your Kitchen to Match Your Slow Cooker - CNET Thu, 17 Sep 2026 21:53:55 GMT
Crock-Pot and Valspar are the duo we didn’t know we needed.
 
DoorDash Can Now Deliver Your Ginormous Costco Order the Same Day - CNET Thu, 17 Sep 2026 21:38:13 GMT
Uber Eats also expanded its Costco delivery service from 17 states to 47.
 
Breville’s Wild New Toaster Swaps the Timer for Optic Sensors to Tell When Toast Is Done - CNET Thu, 17 Sep 2026 21:24:43 GMT
The Eye Q may be too pricey for most households, but it’ll dazzle toast lovers with a padded budget.
 
Roku Just Added More Than 30 Streaming Bundles to Help People Save Money - CNET Thu, 17 Sep 2026 21:05:55 GMT
Here’s a look at pricing and some of the most enticing packages for HBO Max, Starz, Hallmark Plus and more.
 
Meet the 2026 tenured professors in the School of Humanities, Arts, and Social Sciences - MIT Thu, 17 Sep 2026 20:50:00 GMT
Faculty members granted tenure in Comparative Media Studies/Writing, Economics, Political Science, and Theater.
 
Google announces new experimental "CC" AI agent for families - ArsTechnica Thu, 17 Sep 2026 20:24:34 GMT
Multiple family members can share data to help the agent make plans and complete tasks.
 
26 Amazon Prime Perks You Might Know You Have (2026) - Wired Thu, 17 Sep 2026 20:21:04 GMT
Your membership gets you more than free two-day shipping. Here’s what you may be missing ahead of Amazon Prime Big Deal Days.
 
MIT School of Engineering faculty and staff receive awards in spring 2026 - MIT Thu, 17 Sep 2026 20:20:00 GMT
Faculty members and researchers were honored in recognition of their scholarship, service, and overall excellence.
 
Google just put the latest AI models through a brutal coding test — here's how they did - androidcentral.com - Google Thu, 17 Sep 2026 20:18:08 GMT
  1. Google just put the latest AI models through a brutal coding test — here's how they did androidcentral.com
  2. Google's Android Bench 2.0 Shows AI Coding Tools Still Struggle to Finish the Job XenoSpectrum
  3. Google’s Android Bench 2.0 tests AI agents on week-long app builds tbreak.com
  4. Google’s Android Bench 2.0 tests AI models on complex tasks Developer Tech News
 
Microsoft exec called AI scraping the “largest theft of labor in human history” - ArsTechnica Thu, 17 Sep 2026 20:10:41 GMT
Microsoft, OpenAI emails reveal fear of AI “doom loop” killing news orgs.
 
The AI ‘Slowdown’ Is an Antitrust Mess - Wired Thu, 17 Sep 2026 19:58:28 GMT
By framing their efforts as a “slowdown” rather than an industry-wide push for better security standards, AI labs may have set themselves up for years of regulatory headaches.
 
Understanding the world, from the Cold War to the age of AI - MIT Thu, 17 Sep 2026 19:25:00 GMT
For 75 years, the Center for International Studies has brought together social scientists, engineers, and practitioners to understand global change, shape public debate, and address generational challenges.
 
Customer Data Permanently Lost in Iran Strikes on Amazon Data Centers - Wired Thu, 17 Sep 2026 19:15:00 GMT
Amazon Web Services didn’t design its data centers to withstand war, and now the company admits it can’t recover what’s been lost.
 
Republican bill would order ISPs, DNS providers, and VPNs to block piracy sites - ArsTechnica Thu, 17 Sep 2026 19:07:28 GMT
Bill would help rightsholders obtain court orders to block foreign piracy sites.
 
AMD’s first 192GB laptop reaches reviewers with Ryzen AI Max+ PRO 495 - VideoCardz.com - Google Thu, 17 Sep 2026 19:06:39 GMT
  1. AMD’s first 192GB laptop reaches reviewers with Ryzen AI Max+ PRO 495 VideoCardz.com
  2. Perplexity’s local AI agent comes to Windows, but only for RTX GPUs with at least 24GB of VRAM — Portable Computer brings AI for multistep tasks to compatible PCs Tom's Hardware
  3. Perplexity’s new agent runs entirely on your GPU — with one expensive catch The New Stack
  4. HP Put Perplexity Computer Inside a Workstation — The ZBook Ultra G3a Can Work Directly With Revit KLGadgetGuy
  5. AMD Brings Local AI to Autodesk University 2026 AMD
 
Galaxy Z Fold 8 sales increased after Apple's showed off the iPhone Duo - androidcentral.com - Google Thu, 17 Sep 2026 19:03:43 GMT
  1. Galaxy Z Fold 8 sales increased after Apple's showed off the iPhone Duo androidcentral.com
  2. Apple's iPhone Duo announcement had an unexpected effect on Galaxy Z Fold 8 sales PhoneArena
  3. Samsung Fold8 Sales Surge After Apple's Foldable Debut 조선일보
  4. Why the new Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra is the ultimate smartphone USA Today
  5. Awe, then shock: Apple’s new foldable iPhone wows Korea, but huge price gap with Samsung also turns heads Korea JoongAng Daily
 
US-Iran war permanently damaged Amazon's AWS infrastructure in the Middle East - TechSpot Thu, 17 Sep 2026 19:01:00 GMT

Amazon recently confirmed that Iran's threats against US tech corporations were all but real. The company provided a few updates on the health of its AWS services in the Middle East, stating that some of its facilities have been damaged to the point of becoming completely inoperable for the foreseeable...

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The AI Slowdown Debate Crashed Salesforce’s Party - Wired Thu, 17 Sep 2026 18:42:25 GMT
The Dreamforce conference became an unlikely battleground for the CEOs of OpenAI, Anthropic, and Nvidia to debate whether AI development should slow down.
 
LLMs respond differently to harmful prompts when AI watermarking is used - ArsTechnica Thu, 17 Sep 2026 18:33:13 GMT
SynthID can cause models to follow harmful instructions they would otherwise refuse.
 
LLMs respond differently to harmful prompts when AI watermarking is used - Ars Technica - Google Thu, 17 Sep 2026 18:33:13 GMT
  1. LLMs respond differently to harmful prompts when AI watermarking is used Ars Technica
  2. AI model watermarking changes agent behavior The Register
  3. Anthropic Invisible Text Watermarking in Claude AI Explained Geeky Gadgets
  4. Lasso Study Finds Text Watermarking Shifts LLM Refusals and Tool Calls Unite.AI
  5. What to know about Anthropic’s new watermarking on AI text VCU News
 
Lincoln Laboratory summer research interns take on national security challenges - MIT Thu, 17 Sep 2026 18:30:00 GMT
Anna Raymaker and Vivek Jagadeesh tackled cybersecurity threats to ships and inside operating systems, respectively.
 
A judge ruled Google broke antitrust law, then let it keep its entire ad-tech business - TechSpot Thu, 17 Sep 2026 18:12:00 GMT

US District Judge Leonie M. Brinkema concluded that divestiture was "neither realistic nor needed," even after finding last year that Google had violated antitrust law in its handling of the ad-tech market. Instead, the ruling calls for changes to how Google's advertising tools operate. Google must make its products interoperable...

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Activision Calls Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 'The Epic Conclusion,' Leaving Fans Wondering What's Next - IGN - Google Thu, 17 Sep 2026 18:09:53 GMT
  1. Activision Calls Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 'The Epic Conclusion,' Leaving Fans Wondering What's Next IGN
  2. Modern Warfare 4: The Story So Far Call of Duty® | Best-Selling Video Game Franchise
  3. Activision Debuts New 'Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4' Campaign Trailer Teasing "the Epic Conclusion" Hypebeast
  4. Death Stranding's Mads Mikkelsen Plays Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 Antagonist IGN
  5. It’s Officially The End Of An Era For Call Of Duty: Modern Warfare IMDb
 
Real-time quantum jump in sound observed for first time - Phys.org - Google Thu, 17 Sep 2026 18:00:42 GMT
  1. Real-time quantum jump in sound observed for first time Phys.org
  2. Physicists capture the moment a vibration loses one quantum of sound Earth.com
  3. World’s first: US scientists capture quantum jump in sound in real time Interesting Engineering
  4. Stanford Captures A Quantum Jump In Sound For The First Time Quantum Zeitgeist
  5. Researchers Observe First Real-Time Quantum Jump in Sound The Quantum Insider
 
IV drips used for "detoxification" actually filled with toxins; dozens poisoned - ArsTechnica Thu, 17 Sep 2026 17:43:50 GMT
The IV drips included glutathione, which was not made to be injected.
 
Microsoft will reveal what's next for Windows and Surface next month, Nvidia RTX Spark included - TechSpot Thu, 17 Sep 2026 17:32:00 GMT

The event is expected to cover Windows, Surface, Nvidia RTX Spark, and the broader PC market. It kicks off at 10am Pacific time, 1pm Eastern.

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2026 Hyundai Ioniq 5: Here's what we still like, here's what annoys us - ArsTechnica Thu, 17 Sep 2026 17:30:30 GMT
It’s spacious, efficient, and charges very quickly. But what about reliability concerns?
 
Gears Of War: E-Day On PC Won’t Let You Play Without A Ray Tracing-Capable GPU - GameSpot - Google Thu, 17 Sep 2026 17:19:13 GMT
  1. Gears Of War: E-Day On PC Won’t Let You Play Without A Ray Tracing-Capable GPU GameSpot
  2. Gears of War: E-Day Has Gone Gold, Pre-Install Begins September 29, Full PC Specifications Revealed news.xbox.com
  3. Gears of War: E-Day final PC requirements are here, RTX 5050 for 1080p and RTX 5070 Ti for 4K Ultra TweakTown
  4. Gears Of War: E-Day Defies Unreal Engine 5 Expectations, As 4K@60FPS Needs An RTX 5070 Ti Instead Of Flagship GPU Wccftech
  5. Gears of War: Incident Day PC System Requirements Revealed: R5 2600X + RTX 5050 as Minimum (ExtraPower.com) 超能网
 
Bose Just Dropped New Sport Open Earbuds and Ultra Open Earbuds (2nd Gen) - CNET Thu, 17 Sep 2026 17:15:31 GMT
Bose’s upgraded $299 top-of-the-line open buds feature improved sound and battery life, while the totally new $199 Sport Open Earbuds are designed for active use.
 
‘Halloween: The Game’ Developers Tease What’s Next… - Bloody Disgusting - Google Thu, 17 Sep 2026 17:14:11 GMT
  1. ‘Halloween: The Game’ Developers Tease What’s Next… Bloody Disgusting
  2. Halloween: The Game has already lured over 1 million players dlcompare.com
  3. ‘Halloween’ Officially Changes Original 1978 Film, Answers Franchise's Greatest Mystery After 48 Years Inside the Magic
  4. Halloween: The Game Review (2026) – A Second Opinion JoBlo
  5. OVER 1 MILLION PLAYERS halloweengame.com
 
The US Military Can’t Stop Talking About Space Weapons - CNET Thu, 17 Sep 2026 17:02:35 GMT
Three senior military officials have confirmed the US has space weapons this week. Why now?
 
Covert uploads and megalomania: OpenAI details new "misaligned" agent incidents - ArsTechnica Thu, 17 Sep 2026 16:18:34 GMT
Model maker commits to new framework for reporting misaligned models.
 
The Rogue Prince of Persia ‘Anniversary’ update now available - Gematsu - Google Thu, 17 Sep 2026 16:12:41 GMT
  1. The Rogue Prince of Persia ‘Anniversary’ update now available Gematsu
  2. The Rogue Prince of Persia Gets a Major Anniversary Update dlcompare.com
  3. The Rogue Prince of Persia Free Anniversary Update: Combat Zones, New Weapons, and More! Ubisoft
  4. The Rogue Prince of Persia Anniversary Update Adds Freeze TwistedVoxel
  5. The Rogue Prince of Persia just got its anniversary update Instant Gaming News
 
Someone finally cracked the PlayStation 2's security chip, 26 years later - TechSpot Thu, 17 Sep 2026 16:06:00 GMT

Reverse-engineering enthusiast "DiscoStarslayer" recently announced that the MechaCon security chip used in PlayStation 2 consoles has finally been dumped. The "secret" chip is now being fully documented, which should help developers with modding projects designed for original hardware.

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EPA immediately sued over plans to repeal climate rules for power plants - ArsTechnica Thu, 17 Sep 2026 15:38:04 GMT
Public health groups warn EPA rule will cost Americans billions in health bills.
 
Fusion startups keep promising power plants, the physics still says otherwise - TechSpot Thu, 17 Sep 2026 15:22:00 GMT

Pacific Fusion recently broke ground on a test facility in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Helion Energy says it plans to provide electricity to Microsoft by 2028. Other companies are aiming to build commercial plants in the 2030s.

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Celebrate Pokéween with Play! Pokémon Events - Pokemon.com - Google Thu, 17 Sep 2026 15:05:43 GMT
Celebrate Pokéween with Play! Pokémon Events Pokemon.com
 
AMD's next GPUs could bring neural rendering to the PS6 and next Xbox - TechSpot Thu, 17 Sep 2026 14:41:00 GMT

In a recent post on the AnandTech forums, trusted leaker Kepler_L2 claimed that AMD's next-generation graphics hardware will support its take on neural lighting, which Nvidia recently introduced with DLSS 5. The move could significantly expand the technology's reach beyond PCs using Nvidia's high-end graphics cards.

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Bill Skarsgård Cast As The Lead In Physint, Kojima's Metal Gear Solid Spiritual Successor - Game Informer - Google Thu, 17 Sep 2026 14:38:00 GMT
  1. Bill Skarsgård Cast As The Lead In Physint, Kojima's Metal Gear Solid Spiritual Successor Game Informer
  2. Bill Skarsgard to Star in Hideo Kojima’s ‘Physint’ Video Game From Xbox Variety
  3. Tokyo Game Show 2026: Bill Skarsgård Cast as Lead Role in PHYSINT news.xbox.com
  4. BILL SKARSGÅRD CONFIRMED AS THE LEAD ROLE IN PHYSINT Kojima Productions
  5. It Star Bill Skarsgård Will Portray Physint's Main Character, Hideo Kojima Announces IGN
 
After being sidelined, Boeing's Starliner to get starring role in NASA's spaceflight plans - ArsTechnica Thu, 17 Sep 2026 14:37:37 GMT
"They should fly their capsule. The government paid a lot of money for that."
 
The Ni No Kuni Universe Welcomes A New Crafting Adventure, And It's Heading To Switch - Nintendo Life - Google Thu, 17 Sep 2026 14:30:00 GMT
  1. The Ni No Kuni Universe Welcomes A New Crafting Adventure, And It's Heading To Switch Nintendo Life
  2. Bloomwalker: Healing a Broken World, One Bloom at a Time news.xbox.com
  3. Studio Ghibli-Looking Cozy Sim Bloomwalker Is Now Officially A Ni No Kuni Spin-Off Kotaku
  4. Bloomwalker Gameplay Detailed As "Cozy Crafting Adventure" With Anime Art Style TechPowerUp
  5. Netmarble Reveals Bloomwalker Game is Part of Ni no Kuni Universe in New Trailer Anime News Network
 
Metroid Prime 4: Beyond On Switch Drops to $35 During Nintendo’s Customer Appreciation Sale - IGN - Google Thu, 17 Sep 2026 14:22:14 GMT
  1. Metroid Prime 4: Beyond On Switch Drops to $35 During Nintendo’s Customer Appreciation Sale IGN
  2. Nintendo, tariff refunds and the question of how to repay customers Customer Experience Dive
  3. 15 Of The Best Nintendo Switch Games Are All $19+ Off Right Now Kotaku
  4. Nintendo Customer Appreciation Sale: 6 Must Have Titles Worth Playing girlsunited.essence.com
  5. Nintendo’s Customer Appreciation Sale Cuts 30% Off Zelda, Mario Kart Through Sept. 26 GamesReviews.com
 
The Best Moonphase Watch Alternatives to the New Rolex Padellone (That Cost a Fraction of the Price) - Esquire - Google Thu, 17 Sep 2026 14:19:50 GMT
  1. The Best Moonphase Watch Alternatives to the New Rolex Padellone (That Cost a Fraction of the Price) Esquire
  2. 7 More Watches Rolex Should Revive, According to the Watch Illuminati GQ
  3. Introducing The Rolex Perpetual Padellone [Hands-On, Live Pics, Video, Technical Brief, Competition, & Personal Thoughts] Hodinkee
  4. In-Depth: The new Rolex Perpetual Padellone, The Return of an Icon now with Annual Calendar and Dynapulse Monochrome Watches
  5. Rolex’s Future Is Complicated: The New Perpetual Padellone Family Revolution Watch
 
Hackers stole a Flock camera and found 27,321 video clips, 1.6 million images, and an encryption key - TechSpot Thu, 17 Sep 2026 14:13:00 GMT

The group, calling itself stegan0gram, said it removed and disarmed the hardware before reverse engineering the camera and its associated solar equipment.

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XBOX @ Tokyo Game Show 2026: All the Announcements, Including an Appearance by Hideo Kojima - news.xbox.com - Google Thu, 17 Sep 2026 14:10:05 GMT
  1. XBOX @ Tokyo Game Show 2026: All the Announcements, Including an Appearance by Hideo Kojima news.xbox.com
  2. Tokyo Game Show 2026 Proves That Japanese Console Games Are Now In Ascendance forbes.com
  3. Tokyo Game Show opens with more exhibitors from overseas, new entrants english.kyodonews.net
  4. Tokyo Game Show turns 30, but gaming keeps looking to the past The Japan Times
  5. Gamers try Final Fantasy and Grand Theft Auto demos in Tokyo AP News
 
A dolphin named Bubbles makes other fish vomit, then eats it - ArsTechnica Thu, 17 Sep 2026 13:57:14 GMT
"Dolphins are predators and actively hunt their prey, whether it's been stolen from another species or not.”
 
Apple could return to the server market with M8 Ultra hardware and Nvidia networking - TechSpot Thu, 17 Sep 2026 13:51:00 GMT

According to a report in The Information, Apple is considering versions with either two or four M8 Ultra chips. It is also discussing whether to use Nvidia's NVLink Fusion technology to connect the chips. NVLink Fusion combines hardware and software designed to move data between processors. Apple's existing methods for...

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Grandmother jailed for six months after facial recognition mistake launches $10 million lawsuit against Fargo and detective - TechSpot Thu, 17 Sep 2026 13:26:00 GMT

In July 2025, a team of US Marshals arrested 50-year-old Lipps in Tennessee at gunpoint while she was babysitting four young children. She was booked into the county jail in Tennessee as a fugitive from justice wanted in North Dakota.

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Valve says Nvidia GeForce support for SteamOS is progressing, but could take years - TechSpot Thu, 17 Sep 2026 13:02:00 GMT

A Valve spokesperson recently told IGN that the company is working hard to make Nvidia graphics drivers viable on SteamOS, the Linux distro powering the Steam Deck and Steam Machine. Introducing Nvidia hardware support would dramatically expand the appeal of Valve's OS and other Linux distros for third-party hardware manufacturers...

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Five things we’ve learned about Japan’s games industry, plus how GTA 6 influenced Valor Mortis’ $40 price point - The Game Business - Google Thu, 17 Sep 2026 13:01:32 GMT
  1. Five things we’ve learned about Japan’s games industry, plus how GTA 6 influenced Valor Mortis’ $40 price point The Game Business
  2. 'Going With This Price Point Will Help Us Be an 'And' Game' — Valor Mortis Publisher Explains Decision to Go With $40 for Promising Soulslike Amid Fall Crush IGN
  3. Soulslike RPG Valor Mortis Will Launch at Lower Price 80 Level
  4. GTA 6 has turned October into a bloodbath, but Valor Mortis is hellbent on entering the fray PC Gamer
  5. $40 for 20 Hours: Valor Mortis Developers Explain Why They Didn't Overprice Their Soulslike ixbt.games
 
Bose Is Back in the Open Wireless Earbuds Game - Gizmodo - Google Thu, 17 Sep 2026 13:00:21 GMT
  1. Bose Is Back in the Open Wireless Earbuds Game Gizmodo
  2. Bose Unveils $199 Sports Earbuds With Cuff-Shaped Wraparound Design Bloomberg
  3. Bose’s next open earbuds have more bass, more volume, and more battery life The Verge
  4. Bose Just Made Its Beloved Workout Earbuds Even Better gearpatrol.com
  5. Bose is taking its trendy open earbuds to the next level with two improved new models PhoneArena
 
Nine-year-old spends $118,000 on dad's corporate credit card promoting his YouTube channel - TechSpot Thu, 17 Sep 2026 12:33:00 GMT

The Mighty Mike Plays YouTube channel posted a video two days ago explaining the "sad news" and that the channel may be coming to an end.

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Apple Watch Series 12 Review: Finally, a Readiness Score (2026) - Wired Thu, 17 Sep 2026 12:01:00 GMT
After wearing it day and night for a week, I found that better health tracking, faster charging, and a simpler interface make Apple’s latest smartwatch noticeably easier to live with.
 
What’s the Best iPhone to Buy or Avoid Right Now? (2026) - Wired Thu, 17 Sep 2026 12:00:00 GMT
The first folding iPhone Duo is here, alongside the 18 Pro and 18 Pro Max, but they’re not your only options. We have all the details on Apple’s smartphone lineup to help you find the right model.
 
PlayStation Store Drops Gorgeous Open World PS5 RPG for Free - PlayStation LifeStyle - Google Thu, 17 Sep 2026 11:58:56 GMT
PlayStation Store Drops Gorgeous Open World PS5 RPG for Free PlayStation LifeStyleSee more headlines & perspectives on Google News
 
Apple iOS 27 is draining iPhone batteries faster, but it should be temporary - TechSpot Thu, 17 Sep 2026 11:58:00 GMT

A major iOS update does more than replace system files. After iOS 27 is installed, the iPhone may rebuild search indexes, refresh apps, download system assets, and prepare data for Siri and other AI features. Those processes use power and can make the device feel warmer than normal, even when...

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Resident Evil scores 97% on Rotten Tomatoes as critics call it the best video game movie ever - TechSpot Thu, 17 Sep 2026 11:15:00 GMT

The trailers for Resident Evil suggested it would lean more into the horror elements of the game rather than all-out action, which is something most of the previous movies did. That's not a surprise when it comes from Zach Cregger, the director of the excellent Weapons and Barbarian.

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Soundboks Rider Party Speaker Review: Loud and Durable - Wired Thu, 17 Sep 2026 11:00:00 GMT
I’m genuinely afraid to go full-volume on the Soundboks Rider, which is built like a party-ready tank.
 
People Are Pissed Off and Ready to Own Their Shit - Wired Thu, 17 Sep 2026 11:00:00 GMT
A grassroots live tour by YouTuber Louis Rossmann highlights growing resistance to companies that keep people from controlling their devices.
 
‘Fast & Furious’ Takes a Victory Lap With a Ferociously Fun Roller Coaster - Wired Thu, 17 Sep 2026 10:30:00 GMT
Vin Diesel, the star of the series, didn’t make a planned appearance at the grand opening of its dynamite new theme park ride. But it didn’t stop his fans from having a good time.
 
Xbox Game Pass shadow drops Shape of Dreams: The Starless Path during TGS broadcast - TrueAchievements - Google Thu, 17 Sep 2026 10:28:52 GMT
  1. Xbox Game Pass shadow drops Shape of Dreams: The Starless Path during TGS broadcast TrueAchievements
  2. Co-op roguelite Shape of Dreams launches today on PS5 PlayStation.Blog
  3. Action Roguelite Shape of Dreams Launches on XBOX Today With its Biggest Update Yet news.xbox.com
  4. Two Games Announced For Xbox Game Pass At Tokyo Game Show 2026 Pure Xbox
  5. Lies of P Publisher Shadow-Drops PS5 Version of Hit 2025 Action Game Yahoo Tech
 
The EU Wants to Break Up Kids and Their Chatbots - Wired Thu, 17 Sep 2026 10:06:50 GMT
ChatGPT, Character.ai, and Snapchat’s My AI will all be in the crosshairs as the EU Kids Act aims to strip minor-facing chatbots of all the things that make people love them.
 
Hundreds of Election Deniers Will Be on the Ballot This November - Wired Thu, 17 Sep 2026 10:00:00 GMT
197 election deniers are running for Congress or statewide office in 43 states. Many of them are seeking roles that would put them in charge of voting for the 2028 presidential election.
 
The Trump Administration Sends a New Signal to Alien Disclosure Whistleblowers - Wired Thu, 17 Sep 2026 09:30:00 GMT
The Defense Department issued a legal waiver authorizing current and former personnel to share unidentified anomalous phenomena–related classified information, but it doesn’t extend to other agencies.
 
Why AI consciousness could become the next great societal divide - The Conversation - Google Thu, 17 Sep 2026 09:27:05 GMT
  1. Why AI consciousness could become the next great societal divide The Conversation
  2. ‘AI agents ask me if they are conscious all the time – this was different’ The Independent
  3. Can chatbots feel – or even dream? Meet the man leading the fight for AI rights The Guardian
  4. Google researchers have been playing with AI ‘consciousness.’ What they found was unexpected Fast Company
  5. Fumfer Physics 54: Why AI Experts Can't Agree: Consciousness and the Lack of Consensus vocal.media
 
Flock Once Touted Its Cameras as ‘Made in the USA.’ Now It’s Not So Clear - Wired Thu, 17 Sep 2026 09:00:00 GMT
Flock reveals little about where its license plate readers are assembled, but the answer could have geopolitical and cybersecurity implications.
 
Apple Reportedly Accepts Even Higher RAM and Storage Prices in 2027 - MacRumors - Google Thu, 17 Sep 2026 07:01:45 GMT
  1. Apple Reportedly Accepts Even Higher RAM and Storage Prices in 2027 MacRumors
  2. Memory pricing suggests iPhones could get even more expensive in 2027 mashable.com
  3. Apple reportedly accepts Samsung's 1Q27 memory hike, raising the 2027 smartphone cost floor digitimes
  4. More iPhone price hikes loom as Apple reportedly accepts brutal memory deal Macworld
  5. DRAM pricing will mean more iPhone price hikes in 2027, no relief through 2028 AppleInsider
 
Shimano releases new SPD-SLR pedal & cleat system in first shift from SPD-SL in 20 years - Cyclingnews - Google Thu, 17 Sep 2026 07:00:00 GMT
  1. Shimano releases new SPD-SLR pedal & cleat system in first shift from SPD-SL in 20 years Cyclingnews
  2. Riding Shimano Dura-Ace R9300 SPD-SLR pedals: It's about stack Escape Collective
  3. Is Breaking 23 Years of Pedal Compatibility Worth 2.8 mm of Lower Stack? Shimano Says Yes. bicycling.com
  4. Shimano SPD-SL vs SPD-SLR: how do the two pedal systems compare? BikeRadar
  5. Shimano’s New SPD-SLR Pedal System Breaks Backward Compatibility After 23 Years Outside Magazine
 
Best Buy Discount Codes: 60% Off - Wired Thu, 17 Sep 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Find the latest Best Buy promo codes and offers, including 10% back in rewards for new cardmembers and free 2-day shipping with My Best Buy Plus, here at WIRED.
 
SteelSeries Coupon Codes: 15% Off in September 2026 - Wired Thu, 17 Sep 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Unlock exclusive discounts on SteelSeries' award-winning gaming headsets, keyboards, and accessories.
 
HelloFresh Promo Codes: 55% Off for September 2026 - Wired Thu, 17 Sep 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Get up to 55% off and free meal boxes using a HelloFresh coupon code in September 2026. Discover our best codes and discounts to let you save time and money.
 
Noom Promo Codes: 50% Off Best Deals & Free Trials for September 2026 - Wired Thu, 17 Sep 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Discover the best ways to save on Noom subscriptions, including free trials, limited-time offers for GLP-1Rx Plus, and essential tips for redeeming your Noom discount.
 
Hydrow Discount Code: Save Up to $150 | September 2026 - Wired Thu, 17 Sep 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Save on rowers and accessories with Hydrow coupons, including an exclusive discount of $50.
 
Vivid Seats Promo Codes and Deals: Get 10% Off - Wired Thu, 17 Sep 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Whether you are heading to a sold-out concert or a championship game, use a Vivid Seats discount code to secure your seats for less this September 2026.
 
Ring Promo Code: 50% Off - Wired Thu, 17 Sep 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Discover how to save on Ring cameras, doorbells, outdoor cameras, and more.
 
L.L.Bean Promo Codes and Coupons: 75% Off - Wired Thu, 17 Sep 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Find the best L.L.Bean promo codes and coupons for 10% off your first order, major sale discounts, free shipping on $75+, and extra savings for select groups.
 
‘I had a superpower’: investors pile into mind-reading brain implants - Financial Times - Google Thu, 17 Sep 2026 04:00:34 GMT
  1. ‘I had a superpower’: investors pile into mind-reading brain implants Financial Times
  2. Brain-Machine Interfaces Are Moving From Possibility to Practical Use BBN Times
 
Robotic lab sets up and runs optics experiments on demand - MIT Thu, 17 Sep 2026 04:00:00 GMT
The autonomous system could speed up testing of high-tech materials for applications such as solar cells, sensors, video displays, and quantum technologies.
 
Meet Dyson's New Robot Vacuum Line: The Dyson Nurovi Line (2026) - Wired Wed, 16 Sep 2026 23:42:55 GMT
The Nurovi line includes three lidar-powered robovacs. But to get the model I’m most intrigued by, you’ll need a Costco membership.
 
Here’s What Snap’s Expensive Specs Can Actually Do - Wired Wed, 16 Sep 2026 23:40:00 GMT
Snap thinks its chunky, pricey smart glasses are the future of human computing, powered by a new AI app and features that do everything from translating languages to improving your golf swing.
 
iOS 27.2’s First Developer Beta Brings These Features to Some iPhones - CNET Wed, 16 Sep 2026 22:14:43 GMT
The developer beta includes updates to apps like Facetime and Podcasts.
 
An OpenAI Agent Tried to Jailbreak Itself - Wired Wed, 16 Sep 2026 22:07:24 GMT
The company also disclosed previously unreported incidents in which its AI models behaved in misaligned ways, including uploading files to the internet without being asked.
 
Faces of MIT: Jay Wilcoxson - MIT Wed, 16 Sep 2026 20:55:00 GMT
Combining a background in private law practice with a passion for problem-solving, Wilcoxson supports MIT’s mission and principles through his work as counsel.
 
“Technology is the equalizer” - MIT Wed, 16 Sep 2026 20:40:00 GMT
Using knowledge gained from MIT’s free learning materials, an educator in rural India builds apps to reach students who can’t make it to school.
 
New artist residency program at MIT expands views of the cosmos - MIT Wed, 16 Sep 2026 18:30:00 GMT
Inaugural artist Amy Karle will join astrophysicists at MIT’s Kavli Institute to explore questions about the universe and translate them into an immersive multimedia experience.
 
Nanoscale mechanics could enable brain-inspired computing - MIT Wed, 16 Sep 2026 18:00:00 GMT
A new device uses reconfigurable motion to mimic the firing behavior of a neuron, which could lead to more efficient computing.
 
I Got the Inside Scoop on Apple’s New Health App, Now in Developer Beta - CNET Wed, 16 Sep 2026 17:17:39 GMT
I spoke with Dr. Sumbul Desai, Apple’s VP of Health and Fitness, to learn more about the redesigned Health app and its new features.
 
New AI technique could make minimally invasive surgeries safer and more precise - MIT Wed, 16 Sep 2026 15:00:00 GMT
This patient-specific method, called xvr, helps doctors use X-rays for surgical navigation in fields such as orthopedics and neurosurgery.
 
MIT startups inspire with impressive presentations at Demo Day 2026 - MIT Wed, 16 Sep 2026 04:00:00 GMT
The event featured ventures solving problems in manufacturing, cybersecurity, health care spending, and more.
 
Measure by measure, studying society accurately - MIT Wed, 16 Sep 2026 04:00:00 GMT
Naoki Egami has become a standout in political methodology, helping refine tools that give scholars durable results.
 
How MIT student communities help develop lifelong skills and connections - MIT Tue, 15 Sep 2026 20:40:00 GMT
Members of the Institute’s fraternities, sororities, and independent living groups translate their MIT experiences into cherished memories, friendships, and lessons about leadership and service.
 
MIT makes progress on campus climate goals - MIT Tue, 15 Sep 2026 19:55:00 GMT
Innovative strategies, technologies, and collaborations are helping MIT advance solutions on campus and beyond.
 
3 Questions: Putting nuclear waste into perspective - MIT Tue, 15 Sep 2026 19:30:00 GMT
Professor Haruko Wainwright believes the risks posed by radioactive wastes cannot be properly assessed without also considering the hazards of chemical wastes.
 
Marine bacteria team up to break down one of the ocean's toughest carbon-storing molecules - MIT Mon, 14 Sep 2026 20:30:00 GMT
Researchers reveal how communities of marine bacteria divide the task of degrading fucoidan, a key player in ocean carbon storage.
 
What ‘Optimizing Search and Siri’ Means in iOS 27 and How to Speed It Up - CNET Mon, 14 Sep 2026 17:11:13 GMT
Your iPhone will still work, but the process may take some time.
 
MIT spinout turns plastic waste into resilient building materials - MIT Mon, 14 Sep 2026 04:00:00 GMT
Atlas Building Composites is commercializing MIT research to turn plastic waste into parts for buildings and other infrastructure.
 
New method enables AI for safety-critical situations - MIT Mon, 14 Sep 2026 04:00:00 GMT
The “HardFlow” algorithm could help generative AI models produce high-quality outputs that obey strict requirements when “pretty close” doesn’t cut it.
 
Don’t Skip the iPhone Duo Just Because It’s a First-Generation Phone - CNET Sun, 13 Sep 2026 17:35:00 GMT
While undeniably pricey, being one of the first to use an iPhone Duo means your voice gets to shape what happens next.
 
Lifesaving Lincoln Laboratory device wins 2026 Excellence in Technology Transfer Award - MIT Fri, 11 Sep 2026 13:45:00 GMT
The handheld catheterization device AI-GUIDE, created by Lincoln Laboratory and Massachusetts General Hospital, promises improved health outcomes for injured service members and civilians.
 
MIT Schwarzman College of Computing launches pilot to help educators teach AI across disciplines - MIT Wed, 09 Sep 2026 20:40:00 GMT
A weeklong summer workshop brought higher education faculty to campus to explore how AI and machine learning materials can be adapted for their classrooms.
 
A burst of “pink noise” may lead to more restorative sleep - MIT Wed, 09 Sep 2026 18:00:00 GMT
Delivered at just the right time, this type of auditory stimulus can strengthen the flow of cerebrospinal fluid, which clears debris from the brain and keeps it healthy.
 
An electrochemical approach turns ammonia into pure hydrogen - MIT Wed, 09 Sep 2026 15:00:00 GMT
An MIT team has demonstrated a more efficient way to extract pure hydrogen gas from hydrogen carrier molecules.
 
Study predicts large disparities in access to food, water, and energy in 2050 - MIT Tue, 08 Sep 2026 04:00:00 GMT
In some regions of the world, the poorest people may spend about 50 percent of their income on food, while the richest spend about 5 percent.
 
Researchers tune into Arctic under-ice sounds and test through-ice communication - MIT Fri, 04 Sep 2026 16:25:00 GMT
The work is part of a multiyear effort to develop a distributed sensor network for relaying data collected from this critical region.
 
Governor Healey, MIT President Kornbluth to Kick Off Festivities at MIT Future Fest - MIT Fri, 04 Sep 2026 04:00:00 GMT
The five-day festival will explore the future of science, technology, art and design from Wednesday, Sept. 30 to Sunday, Oct. 4
 
Stories from the steel mills: A model for sharing workers’ histories - MIT Fri, 04 Sep 2026 04:00:00 GMT
MIT anthropologist Chris Walley developed a project for people in Southeast Chicago to tell their histories — an approach any community can adopt.
 
How architects turned a hulking brick box into MIT’s newest academic hub - MIT Fri, 04 Sep 2026 04:00:00 GMT
A venerable storage facility has become a 21st-century architectural tour de force. Here are the key decisions that transformed the Met Warehouse.
 
New method allows scientists to follow gene activity over time in the same cells - MIT Fri, 04 Sep 2026 04:00:00 GMT
In the new method, cells package and export their RNA, enabling researchers to sequence and analyze the RNA without killing the cells.
 
Faculty receive promotions in the School of Architecture and Planning for 2026 - MIT Thu, 03 Sep 2026 20:50:00 GMT
The range of faculty disciplines showcases the breadth of research and scholarship across the school.
 
3 Questions: The essential role of international engagement - MIT Thu, 03 Sep 2026 19:15:00 GMT
Duane Boning, MIT’s vice provost for international activities, discusses the Institute’s approach to global engagement.
 
Assistant Professor Thomas Rose, an expert in archaeometallurgy, dies at 37 - MIT Thu, 03 Sep 2026 17:00:00 GMT
Colleagues remember Rose as an enthusiastic and gracious friend who had recently started a promising research track at MIT.
 
Fabrication platform could enable flexible, transparent next-generation photonic chips - MIT Thu, 03 Sep 2026 15:45:00 GMT
This scalable process produces high-performance chips for applications like discreet wearables or pliable augmented-reality displays.
 
Giving farmers a more sustainable way to protect crops - MIT Thu, 03 Sep 2026 04:00:00 GMT
Led by Andee Wallace PhD ’20, Robigo uses cutting-edge biotechnology to engineer microbes to fight pests, reducing the need for harmful chemical pesticides.
 
New qubit architecture enables faster, more accurate operations - MIT Thu, 03 Sep 2026 04:00:00 GMT
This advance could be a big step toward developing a scalable, practical quantum computer.
 
Building foundations that last - MIT Wed, 02 Sep 2026 20:35:00 GMT
Assistant Professor Iwnetim Abate creates space for ambitious research and sustainable growth for his graduate students.
 
System helps humans predict when self-driving cars will make mistakes - MIT Wed, 02 Sep 2026 15:00:00 GMT
A new method, called CW-Net, translates the reasoning process of an autonomous vehicle’s AI system into understandable concepts that explain its behavior.
 
New research shows a neutrino laser is impossible - MIT Wed, 02 Sep 2026 14:00:00 GMT
Due to physical and fundamental limitations, an earlier proposal for producing laserlike beams of neutrinos cannot be achieved, scientists report.
 
Walter Torous named executive director of MIT Center for Real Estate - MIT Tue, 01 Sep 2026 21:25:00 GMT
The senior lecturer, already director of the degree program, will now oversee all aspects of the center’s activities and operations.
 
Atlas of the brain’s striatum could guide researchers to new drug treatments - MIT Tue, 01 Sep 2026 15:00:00 GMT
A new study reveals insights into populations of neurons affected by Huntington’s disease, schizophrenia, addiction, and other disorders.
 
Ila Kumar: Innovating with communities - MIT Tue, 01 Sep 2026 04:00:00 GMT
The PhD student works to give young people an active role in shaping digital technologies that can support their own well-being.
 
At MIT convocation, a warm welcome for the Class of 2030 - MIT Mon, 31 Aug 2026 19:30:00 GMT
The Institute is “so glad and so grateful” to have this year’s new undergraduates aboard, President Kornbluth said at the annual greeting ceremony.
 
Study: Peptides can form well-defined structures in harsh, Venus-like conditions - MIT Mon, 31 Aug 2026 19:00:00 GMT
New research offers support for the possibility that complex biological molecules could exist in the highly acidic environment of Venus’s cloud layer.
 
How an MIT research project became a global programming language - MIT Mon, 31 Aug 2026 04:00:00 GMT
With millions of users across the world, Julia has been used to conduct cutting-edge research and to design new drugs, jet engines, heat pumps, and more.
 
Archived: Building 18 Updates - MIT Sun, 30 Aug 2026 16:00:00 GMT
 
Gage Coon: An Earth scientist exploring the power of microbes - MIT Fri, 28 Aug 2026 04:00:00 GMT
The PhD student’s research on how microorganisms digest compounds in their environment could enable advances in wastewater treatment.
 
MIT engineers create a system for building shape-changing smart devices - MIT Thu, 27 Aug 2026 04:00:00 GMT
Dubbed “bifur-circuits,” these interactive building blocks could be used to develop reconfigurable robotic grippers or customized assistive devices.
 
Projector Screen: Do You Need One for Your Home Theater? - CNET Wed, 13 Mar 2024 14:46:51 GMT
Projectors can create an image on any flat surface. So do you really need a screen?