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Briter: Africa-focused startups raised $3.3B in H1 2026, up 73% YoY, driven by Zipline's $950M raise; US- and UAE-incorporated entities raised half the capital (Nduka Orjinmo/Bloomberg) - Techmeme Wed, 12 Aug 2026 05:45:01 GMT

Nduka Orjinmo / Bloomberg:
Briter: Africa-focused startups raised $3.3B in H1 2026, up 73% YoY, driven by Zipline's $950M raise; US- and UAE-incorporated entities raised half the capital — African-focused startups are on track for a record fundraising year after investments surged in the first six months …

 
Today’s NYT Mini Crossword Answers for Wednesday, Aug. 12 - CNET Wed, 12 Aug 2026 05:37:12 GMT
Here are the answers for today’s NYT Mini Crossword puzzle for Aug. 12, 2026.
 
Bengaluru-based Yulu, which gets ~95% of its revenue from renting e-bikes to gig workers, raised a $93M Series C, sources say at a ~$170M post-money valuation (Jagmeet Singh/TechCrunch) - Techmeme Wed, 12 Aug 2026 05:30:01 GMT

Jagmeet Singh / TechCrunch:
Bengaluru-based Yulu, which gets ~95% of its revenue from renting e-bikes to gig workers, raised a $93M Series C, sources say at a ~$170M post-money valuation — As India's quick-commerce platforms race to deliver everything from groceries to smartphones in minutes, electric mobility startup Yulu …

 
Sources: Singapore-based data center operator DayOne confidentially files for a US IPO, aims to list as soon as next quarter, and is considering raising ~$5B (Bloomberg) - Techmeme Wed, 12 Aug 2026 05:15:01 GMT

Bloomberg:
Sources: Singapore-based data center operator DayOne confidentially files for a US IPO, aims to list as soon as next quarter, and is considering raising ~$5B — DayOne Data Centers has confidentially filed for a US initial public offering, according to people familiar with the matter.

 
Titanic-esqe Telegraph Keeps Relationship Afloat - Hack a Day Wed, 12 Aug 2026 05:00:15 GMT
When people say the key to a happy, long-lasting marriage is communication, they generally mean the verbal kind: talking things out with your spouse, sharing your feelings, and all that …read more
 
Researchers say suspected Chinese hackers used open-source AI agents to build an autonomous hacking tool that compromised Taiwanese government websites in July (Tom Wilson/Financial Times) - Techmeme Wed, 12 Aug 2026 05:00:13 GMT

Tom Wilson / Financial Times:
Researchers say suspected Chinese hackers used open-source AI agents to build an autonomous hacking tool that compromised Taiwanese government websites in July — AI agents ran simultaneous reconnaissance and break-ins in display of new phase of cyberwarfare.

 
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OpenAI VP of Global Policy Ann O'Leary says AI policy in the US is anchored in the states and informed by California's AI transparency law passed last year (Chase DiFeliciantonio/Politico) - Techmeme Wed, 12 Aug 2026 04:55:02 GMT

Chase DiFeliciantonio / Politico:
OpenAI VP of Global Policy Ann O'Leary says AI policy in the US is anchored in the states and informed by California's AI transparency law passed last year — SACRAMENTO, California — A senior OpenAI global affairs chief said AI policy is still anchored in the states …

 
Google sends out $150 discount codes ahead of Pixel 11 pre-orders - 9to5Google - Google Wed, 12 Aug 2026 02:30:00 GMT
  1. Google sends out $150 discount codes ahead of Pixel 11 pre-orders 9to5Google
  2. What to expect from Google’s 2026 Pixel hardware launch event The Verge
  3. Made by Google 2026: Here's what to expect Mashable
  4. How Google’s Pixel 11 Pro Will Change Smartphones Forever Forbes
  5. Pixel 11 HiLight: What We Know and How It Might Work CNET
 
Phantom Blade Zero pre-orders now available, 11-minute trailer; dedicated State of Play set for August 17 - Gematsu - Google Wed, 12 Aug 2026 02:06:03 GMT
  1. Phantom Blade Zero pre-orders now available, 11-minute trailer; dedicated State of Play set for August 17 Gematsu
  2. Watch the Phantom Blade Zero gameplay deep dive State of Play on August 17, pre-orders live today PlayStation.Blog
  3. Phantom Blade 0 Demo Spotted on PlayStation Store MP1st
  4. Phantom Blade Zero Extended Trailer Reveals Martial Arts Film Legend Donnie Yen in a Key Role GamingBolt
  5. Phantom Blade Zero just dropped a huge secret: Hong Kong legend Donnie Yen has been guiding its kungfupunk... Yahoo Tech
 
Is Manual Filament Tuning Still Worth It? - Hack a Day Wed, 12 Aug 2026 02:00:42 GMT
In this era of consumer-grade FDM printers that have automatic bed levelling, automatic pressure advance tuning, automatic temperature regulation and so on buttoned away behind bullet-proof presets and automation, something …read more
 
Elon Musk says every future Tesla will have Starlink, starting with the Cybercab - TechSpot Wed, 12 Aug 2026 01:21:00 GMT

The reveal follows an earlier preview at Tesla's showroom in San Jose, where the company displayed the planned Starlink capability. Tesla had already said the Cybercab would use Starlink's V5 dish, a newly launched model rated for download speeds of up to 375 Mbps.

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A look at Candy Crush's continued popularity 15 years after its launch, with an estimated 81.5M MAUs and in-app revenue of $876.5M in fiscal year 2025 (Alanna Okun/Bloomberg) - Techmeme Wed, 12 Aug 2026 01:00:13 GMT

Alanna Okun / Bloomberg:
A look at Candy Crush's continued popularity 15 years after its launch, with an estimated 81.5M MAUs and in-app revenue of $876.5M in fiscal year 2025 — Fifteen years in, those shiny sweets are still on top. — Johanna Chouraqui doesn't time travel anymore.

 
DEF CON crowd suspected in fake-hotspot attack on Delta flight - ArsTechnica Wed, 12 Aug 2026 00:08:40 GMT
FBI Atlanta confirms it's looking into the incident, no arrests made.
 
A profile of Suno, which has been used by more than 100M people since 2023 and has 2M+ paid subscribers, as it faces copyright lawsuits from UMG and Sony Music (Bloomberg) - Techmeme Tue, 11 Aug 2026 23:55:01 GMT

Bloomberg:
A profile of Suno, which has been used by more than 100M people since 2023 and has 2M+ paid subscribers, as it faces copyright lawsuits from UMG and Sony Music — Investors are betting the $5 billion company will be the next Spotify. — Mikey Shulman stands in the middle of a dark concert hall …

 
The Legend of Zelda 40th Anniversary Nintendo Switch 2 Console Images Reportedly Leak - IGN - Google Tue, 11 Aug 2026 23:39:46 GMT
  1. The Legend of Zelda 40th Anniversary Nintendo Switch 2 Console Images Reportedly Leak IGN
  2. Zelda Nintendo Switch 2 system and Pro Controller leaked, first images Nintendo Everything
  3. Looks Like The Nintendo Switch 2 Is Getting A Fancy Zelda -themed Special Edition Console And Controller Kotaku
  4. Has The Ocarina Of Time Switch 2 Edition Console Accidentally Leaked? Retro Dodo
  5. Legend Of Zelda 40th Anniversary Release Appears Online Ahead Of Official Reveal IMDb
 
Fixing a Dead Makita Battery with a 20 Cent Part - Hack a Day Tue, 11 Aug 2026 23:00:17 GMT
It’s no real secret that battery packs for power tools aren’t the foremost when it comes to user serviceability, so if said battery pack suddenly stops charging outside of warranty, …read more
 
OpenAI launches a ChatGPT desktop app for Linux in preview, supporting ChatGPT Work, Codex, and more; Computer Use outside the in-app browser is not available (Frederic Lardinois/The New Stack) - Techmeme Tue, 11 Aug 2026 22:55:01 GMT

Frederic Lardinois / The New Stack:
OpenAI launches a ChatGPT desktop app for Linux in preview, supporting ChatGPT Work, Codex, and more; Computer Use outside the in-app browser is not available — On Tuesday, OpenAI launched its ChatGPT desktop for Linux. — Now in preview, the app, which combines ChatGPT, ChatGPT Work …

 
Ultrarare Nintendo Mario game cartridges discovered in Wisconsin - AP News - Google Tue, 11 Aug 2026 22:53:00 GMT
  1. Ultrarare Nintendo Mario game cartridges discovered in Wisconsin AP News
  2. Nearly 100 never-before-seen Nintendo cartridges found in Wisconsin game shop ABC News - Breaking News, Latest News and Videos
  3. Rare Nintendo cartridges of Super Mario Bros. and Duck Hunt found in Waukesha, Wisconsin storage could be worth millions ABC7 Los Angeles
  4. Rare Nintendo cartridges discovered in Waukesha storage box WISN
  5. AP Strange SummaryBrief at 11:08 p.m. EDT NonStop Local Billings
 
Amazon's new Texas data center could become the single largest polluter in the US - TechSpot Tue, 11 Aug 2026 22:46:00 GMT

In a statement to The New York Times, an Amazon spokesperson said the data center will be powered entirely by an on-site power plant, ensuring it won't raise electricity costs for local residents. The plant is expected to run on natural gas, with 35 turbines combining to generate up to...

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The CFTC uses its "emergency authority" to order Kalshi to continue operating in New York after the state filed a lawsuit in July seeking to shutter Kalshi (Nikhilesh De/CoinDesk) - Techmeme Tue, 11 Aug 2026 22:40:01 GMT

Nikhilesh De / CoinDesk:
The CFTC uses its “emergency authority” to order Kalshi to continue operating in New York after the state filed a lawsuit in July seeking to shutter Kalshi — The U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission announced it had ordered prediction market operator Kalshi to continue operating …

 
Xbox Elite 3 prototype pad leaks with tiny built-in screen - The Verge - Google Tue, 11 Aug 2026 22:36:35 GMT
  1. Xbox Elite 3 prototype pad leaks with tiny built-in screen The Verge
  2. Gamer Posts Pic of New Controller They Bought and Reddit Is Convinced It's a Leaked Xbox Elite Series 3 Prototype IGN
  3. Xbox Elite Series 3 Controller Ends Up In A Customer’s Hands By Accident wolfsgamingblog.com
  4. Xbox Elite Series 3 controller sample leaks with LCD screen and replaceable battery Notebookcheck
  5. A Prototype Xbox Elite Controller Was Sold on OfferUp Resell Calendar
 
Trump wants Big Pharma to split MMR vaccine; Big Pharma thinks it's idiotic - ArsTechnica Tue, 11 Aug 2026 22:31:45 GMT
It took just hours for the leading pharma group to reject the recommendations.
 
What to know as your driver's license gets a digital upgrade - PBS - Google Tue, 11 Aug 2026 22:25:07 GMT
  1. What to know as your driver's license gets a digital upgrade PBS
  2. Availability Vs adoption of California’s mobile driver license identityweek.net
  3. Have You Set Up Your Digital ID Yet? How to Add Your Driver’s License and Passport to Your Phone PCMag UK
  4. CA Expands Mobile Driver's License Program: How To Get Yours Patch
  5. Digital Oklahoma Driver's Licenses May Be Coming To iPhone Z94
 
Windows 11's latest update quietly ends support for picture passwords - TechSpot Tue, 11 Aug 2026 22:16:00 GMT

A recent Windows update focused on "quality improvements" and security has removed an authentication feature that quite a few users still rely on. Released on July 14, 2026, the KB5101650 update has quietly disabled support for picture password, an image-based sign-in method originally introduced in 2012 with Windows 8 as...

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Get a Complete CyberPowerPC Prebuilt Gaming PC With GeForce RTX 5070 GPU for Just $1,399 Shipped - IGN - Google Tue, 11 Aug 2026 22:03:18 GMT
  1. Get a Complete CyberPowerPC Prebuilt Gaming PC With GeForce RTX 5070 GPU for Just $1,399 Shipped IGN
  2. RTX 5070 Ryzen 9 7900X gaming PC still at its lowest price in value-focused Amazon deal PC Guide
  3. Get 32GB of DDR5 for $261 in this AM5 gaming bundle — $970 deal features Ryzen 7 9800X3D, 32GB DDR5 RAM, a Gigabyte X870 motherboard, and free 240mm AIO Tom's Hardware
  4. Amazon Is Offering a Great Deal on a GeForce RTX 5070 Ti Gaming PC, and It Includes Two Upcoming AAA Games IGN
  5. CyberPowerPC RTX 5070 Desktop Drops To A Low $1,399 At Walmart HotHardware
 
Source: Kalshi's annualized revenue topped $4B in July, up from $2B+ two months earlier, and its operating expenses totaled $300M in June (Yueqi Yang/The Information) - Techmeme Tue, 11 Aug 2026 21:55:00 GMT

Yueqi Yang / The Information:
Source: Kalshi's annualized revenue topped $4B in July, up from $2B+ two months earlier, and its operating expenses totaled $300M in June — World Cup wagers helped double Kalshi's revenue to a more than $4 billion annualized rate in July, from a pace of over $2 billion two months earlier, a person familiar with the matter said.

 
Accel raised $3.5B in funds for early-stage investments, including a $1.35B global expansion fund for larger early-stage rounds and rapid follow-on investments (Natasha Mascarenhas/Bloomberg) - Techmeme Tue, 11 Aug 2026 21:45:01 GMT

Natasha Mascarenhas / Bloomberg:
Accel raised $3.5B in funds for early-stage investments, including a $1.35B global expansion fund for larger early-stage rounds and rapid follow-on investments — Accel, a global venture capital firm with offices in Silicon Valley, London and Bangalore, India, has raised $3.5 billion …

 
Xbox CEO Asha Sharma Gushes About Elder Scrolls VI, Does Not Seem To Notice Giant Rat On Bethesda Office Lawn - Aftermath - Google Tue, 11 Aug 2026 21:40:26 GMT
  1. Xbox CEO Asha Sharma Gushes About Elder Scrolls VI, Does Not Seem To Notice Giant Rat On Bethesda Office Lawn Aftermath
  2. In Protest Of Mass Layoffs, Bethesda Devs Greet Xbox Leadership With A Giant Inflatable Rat Kotaku
  3. Xbox CEO Reacts to Live Demo of The Elder Scrolls 6: 'The Scale and Grandeur Are Incredible' IGN
  4. Bethesda Just Hosted A Live Playthrough Of The Elder Scrolls VI Nintendo Life
  5. Xbox Boss Reveals Brief Thoughts On Elder Scrolls 6 After Seeing A 'Live Playthrough' purexbox.com
 
Anthropic’s Claude Will Add Watermarks to AI-Generated Text and Files - CNET Tue, 11 Aug 2026 21:35:09 GMT
Anthropic joins a growing list of companies letting customers know if they’re consuming AI content.
 
Dell XPS 13 (2026) Review: A MacBook Neo Alternative That Needs More RAM - Engadget - Google Tue, 11 Aug 2026 21:34:09 GMT
Dell XPS 13 (2026) Review: A MacBook Neo Alternative That Needs More RAM Engadget
 
Russian drones found near vital European offshore gas site, get blown up - ArsTechnica Tue, 11 Aug 2026 21:20:11 GMT
This follows many drone incursions into Romania and a failed attack in Germany.
 
NASA Is Hosting a Livestream for Perseids: How to Watch the Meteor Shower - CNET Tue, 11 Aug 2026 21:15:40 GMT
It kicks off at midnight on Wednesday, so grab a snack and some caffeine.
 
Researchers find that feeding a frontier model's encrypted reasoning traces to a weaker model from the same provider can make it output the traces in plaintext (Will Knight/Wired) - Techmeme Tue, 11 Aug 2026 21:10:02 GMT

Will Knight / Wired:
Researchers find that feeding a frontier model's encrypted reasoning traces to a weaker model from the same provider can make it output the traces in plaintext — Researchers devised a way to extract “reasoning traces” from Claude, GPT, and Gemini. What they found, they say …

 
Government workers can officially waste time scrolling TikTok again - Engadget Tue, 11 Aug 2026 21:03:25 GMT
The app was banned from government devices in 2022.
 
Chrome adopts what may be the best protection yet against account takeovers - Ars Technica - Google Tue, 11 Aug 2026 20:59:52 GMT
Chrome adopts what may be the best protection yet against account takeovers Ars Technica
 
Chrome adopts what may be the best protection yet against account takeovers - ArsTechnica Tue, 11 Aug 2026 20:59:52 GMT
Device-bound session credentials thwart an increasingly common form of account takeover.
 
Sources: former OpenAI Chief Product Officer Kevin Weil is aiming to raise $150M for a new AI science startup, seeking a valuation of at least $750M (Business Insider) - Techmeme Tue, 11 Aug 2026 20:55:02 GMT

Business Insider:
Sources: former OpenAI Chief Product Officer Kevin Weil is aiming to raise $150M for a new AI science startup, seeking a valuation of at least $750M — Kevin Weil, the former chief product officer of OpenAI, has sought a valuation of at least $750 million for a new AI science startup …

 
Apple Extends 2026 Back to School Promotion Until September 24 - MacRumors - Google Tue, 11 Aug 2026 20:52:37 GMT
  1. Apple Extends 2026 Back to School Promotion Until September 24 MacRumors
  2. Save on MacBooks, iPads, AirPods and Apple Watches with Apple back-to-school deals CNN
  3. The Top 10 Student Discounts on Streaming Services, Subscriptions and Tech hollywoodreporter.com
  4. Apple extends 2026 Back to School deals on Macs and iPads until September 24 9to5Mac
  5. College shopping 2026: Student discounts on Apple and more can save families $328 wral.com
 
CoreWeave reports Q2 revenue up 112% YoY to $2.58B, vs. $2.56B est., and a $104B revenue backlog, with 1.5 GW of contracted power; CRWV jumps 9%+ after hours (Jordan Novet/CNBC) - Techmeme Tue, 11 Aug 2026 20:40:00 GMT

Jordan Novet / CNBC:
CoreWeave reports Q2 revenue up 112% YoY to $2.58B, vs. $2.56B est., and a $104B revenue backlog, with 1.5 GW of contracted power; CRWV jumps 9%+ after hours — CoreWeave shares jumped 14% in extended trading on Tuesday after the AI infrastructure provider reported results than topped Wall Street expectations.

 
Super Micro reports Q4 revenue up 93% YoY to $11.1B, vs. $11.3B est., and forecasts Q1 and FY 2027 revenue above estimates; SMCI jumps 9%+ after hours (Dina Bass/Bloomberg) - Techmeme Tue, 11 Aug 2026 20:30:01 GMT

Dina Bass / Bloomberg:
Super Micro reports Q4 revenue up 93% YoY to $11.1B, vs. $11.3B est., and forecasts Q1 and FY 2027 revenue above estimates; SMCI jumps 9%+ after hours — Super Micro Computer Inc. gave a revenue forecast for the current quarter that topped analysts' estimates, a sign the booming artificial …

 
Meta can't stop states' $1.4 trillion lawsuit from going to trial - ArsTechnica Tue, 11 Aug 2026 20:27:16 GMT
Judges tell Meta that Section 230 provides a defense, not immunity from lawsuits.
 
Is It Safe to Eat Lettuce Yet? - Wired Tue, 11 Aug 2026 20:26:01 GMT
“That product is off the market, so I think there’s absolutely lower risk for cyclospora in terms of eating lettuce,” one professor of food safety tells WIRED.
 
License plate readers can now track your phone too, thanks to new surveillance tech - TechSpot Tue, 11 Aug 2026 20:20:00 GMT

Imagine that you share a ride to work with the same colleague most mornings. As it passes by a license plate reader, the camera records the car, which can be linked through vehicle records to its registered owner. Beside it, another sensor detects signals broadcast by devices traveling nearby, such...

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Microsoft Patches 398 Flaws Including a Windows Driver Zero-Day Under Active Attack - The Hacker News - Google Tue, 11 Aug 2026 20:10:00 GMT
  1. Microsoft Patches 398 Flaws Including a Windows Driver Zero-Day Under Active Attack The Hacker News
  2. Microsoft Plugs Nearly 400 Security Holes Krebs on Security
  3. August 2026 Patch Tuesday: Microsoft Fixes 421 CVEs, One Exploited Zero-Day SecurityWeek
  4. 421 bugs in Microsoft's Patch Tuesday release, and the Norks have already attacked one The Register
  5. Microsoft Releases August 2026 Patch Tuesday Updates Thurrott.com
 
Apple’s 20th Anniversary All-Glass iPhone Is Still on the Menu, Report Says - CNET Tue, 11 Aug 2026 20:09:10 GMT
Bloomberg reported the glassy iPhone overhaul will still be released in 2027.
 
Splitting a Ball Bearing to Cut Out Backlash - Hack a Day Tue, 11 Aug 2026 20:00:50 GMT
A man's hand is shown holding brass-colored tweezers. In the tweezers are held the inner race and the ball cage of a ball bearing, with half of the outer race lying below them on a table.
Gears are usually the biggest contributors to backlash in a mechanical system, but they’re far from the only culprits. Ball bearings are a less obvious source of imprecision, since any …read more
 
Crimson Desert Dev Conducting 'Extensive Research' on Multiplayer Modes, Plots Potential Sequels - IGN - Google Tue, 11 Aug 2026 19:57:21 GMT
  1. Crimson Desert Dev Conducting 'Extensive Research' on Multiplayer Modes, Plots Potential Sequels IGN
  2. Pearl Abyss Targets Year-End Release for Crimson Desert DLC Inven Global
  3. Crimson Desert finally sets DLC launch window as Pywel set to expand GAMINGbible
  4. Crimson Desert dev comments on status of Nintendo Switch 2 port, targeting first half of 2027 Nintendo Everything
  5. One of 2026’s Biggest Game’s Will Get DLC Before the End of the Year Polygon.com
 
PlayStation 5 Is Getting a Wolverine Yellow Makeover, and It’ll Cost You $650 - CNET Tue, 11 Aug 2026 19:56:22 GMT
Fans can choose between Wolverine’s signature yellow and adamantium finishes, with preorders starting Aug. 19.
 
Parents’ Stress Leads to More Screen Time for Kids, Study Finds - CNET Tue, 11 Aug 2026 19:50:30 GMT
Experts say families should create plans for determining how kids use devices.
 
Gemini becomes Google's fastest-growing product ever as it hits 1B users - ArsTechnica Tue, 11 Aug 2026 19:48:12 GMT
But will Gemini's surge survive slowing model releases?
 
No Man's Sky Could Have Made So Much Money From DLC And Microtransactions, Sean Murray Says - GameSpot - Google Tue, 11 Aug 2026 19:44:05 GMT
  1. No Man's Sky Could Have Made So Much Money From DLC And Microtransactions, Sean Murray Says GameSpot
  2. No Man's Sky is 10 years old and still has an amazing gaming record Guinness World Records
  3. No Man’s Sky developer Hello Games celebrates 10-year anniversary PlayStation.Blog
  4. No Man's Sky Celebrates 10th Anniversary & Teases Next Update In New Video UploadVR
  5. No Man's Sky 10th Anniversary Video Shows a Decade of Progress & Teases Next Update, Cosmos MMORPG.com
 
‘Everyone’ at Apple uses iPhone Ultra name, says Mark Gurman - 9to5Mac - Google Tue, 11 Aug 2026 19:40:00 GMT
  1. ‘Everyone’ at Apple uses iPhone Ultra name, says Mark Gurman 9to5Mac
  2. Everyone at Apple is calling the foldable 'iPhone Ultra' AppleInsider
  3. iPhone Ultra leak confirms our report of dark blue model Macworld
  4. iPhone Ultra will have two features that ‘Pro’ users should love 9to5Mac
  5. How will the iPhone Ultra's foldable screens compare to the Galaxy Z Fold 8's? I compared the latest rumors to find out TechRadar
 
Man Covers Car in Special Wrap That Breaks Flock Cameras’ Electronic Brains - Futurism - Google Tue, 11 Aug 2026 19:21:04 GMT
  1. Man Covers Car in Special Wrap That Breaks Flock Cameras’ Electronic Brains Futurism
  2. This ‘adversarial’ pattern can prevent surveillance cameras from detecting you TechCrunch
  3. digital camouflage turns computational noise into wearable shield against AI surveillance Designboom
  4. A Researcher Used AI Camouflage to Fool Flock Cameras Yahoo Tech
  5. A Hacker Tested Surveillance-Busting Patterns 31 Million Times. Now He's Turning Them Into Clothing inc.com
 
How and When to View the Perseid Meteor Shower (August 2026) - Wired Tue, 11 Aug 2026 19:15:40 GMT
The Perseids will peak between August 12 and 13. Here’s what time—and where—you can get the best view, and why 2026 will be an exceptional year.
 
A flight tracking service is suing Kalshi for using its data without authorization - Engadget Tue, 11 Aug 2026 19:11:09 GMT
A flight tracking service is suing Kalshi for using its data without authorization.
 
The FCC approved "space mirrors" that experts say could blind stargazers and disrupt wildlife - TechSpot Tue, 11 Aug 2026 19:03:00 GMT

In July, the FCC approved Reflect Orbital's proposal to deploy satellites capable of reflecting sunlight from orbit. These "space mirrors" are designed to redirect sunlight toward specific areas of the planet's surface, with potential benefits for power generation and other applications. Experts continue to debate the plan, while the California-based...

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Zoom screen-sharing bug let people fully take over other devices on a call - Engadget Tue, 11 Aug 2026 18:44:18 GMT
Zoom screen-sharing bug let people fully take over other devices on a call.
 
Abbott partners with Google Health for AI-powered glucose monitoring - Engadget Tue, 11 Aug 2026 18:35:34 GMT
Abbott partners with Google Health for AI-powered glucose monitoring.
 
Used EV buying guide: The $30,000 edition - ArsTechnica Tue, 11 Aug 2026 18:31:53 GMT
Depending on the model, you might have hundreds to choose from—or just one.
 
Turning a Toy Game Boy into a Real Game Boy - Hack a Day Tue, 11 Aug 2026 18:30:05 GMT
In the world of children’s toys there are many offerings which are meant to look like devices used by older kids or even adults, with the Fisher Price Laugh & …read more
 
Can a MacBook run multiple external monitors? It depends - Engadget Tue, 11 Aug 2026 18:30:00 GMT
Most current models support at least two.
 
Authors face backlash for participation in 2022 Google AI study - Engadget Tue, 11 Aug 2026 18:24:38 GMT
Thirteen authors joined a little-known Google AI study in 2022. Now they're facing backlash.
 
Authors Face Backlash For Participation In 2022 Google AI Study - Engadget - Google Tue, 11 Aug 2026 18:24:38 GMT
  1. Authors Face Backlash For Participation In 2022 Google AI Study Engadget
  2. Brian Murray Addresses AI Authorship Issues Publishers Weekly
  3. Authors Face Backlash Over 2022 Google AI Study technology.org
 
Less than 2.5% of Taylor Farms' recalled lettuce went to Taco Bells - ArsTechnica Tue, 11 Aug 2026 18:00:14 GMT
FDA report reveals where Taylor Farms sent its lettuce—and it raises questions.
 
Stop Killing Games Joins Lawsuit Against Sony Over Its ‘Total Control Of PlayStation Store Pricing’ - Kotaku - Google Tue, 11 Aug 2026 17:53:14 GMT
  1. Stop Killing Games Joins Lawsuit Against Sony Over Its ‘Total Control Of PlayStation Store Pricing’ Kotaku
  2. "It's time to sue Sony": Stop Killing Games joins lawsuit over PlayStation's digital "monopoly" amid death... Yahoo
  3. How PlayStation and Xbox disc games are made Game File | Stephen Totilo
  4. Game Publishers Could Save $10+ Per Copy by Going Disc-Free TechPowerUp
  5. Stop Killing Games Joins Dutch Consumer Group's $457M Lawsuit Against Sony Over Digital Store 'Monopoly' IGN
 
Tesla's New 'Preferred Routes' Doesn't Require the Summer Update - Not a Tesla App - Google Tue, 11 Aug 2026 17:44:00 GMT
  1. Tesla's New 'Preferred Routes' Doesn't Require the Summer Update Not a Tesla App
  2. 2026.26.6 Official Tesla Release Notes - Software Updates Not a Tesla App
  3. Tesla’s Latest Update Will Help When Your Model 3 or Y Gets Stuck in Dirt or Snow MotorTrend
  4. Tesla Summer Update 2026.26: features, release notes, and rollout status Tesla Oracle
  5. Tesla Navigation Updates Rolling Out: What Owners Need to Know basenor.com
 
3 Questions: MIT Sloan launches Evening MBA - MIT Tue, 11 Aug 2026 17:40:00 GMT
Dean Richard Locke discusses a new program that expands access for working professionals while deepening connections to Greater Boston’s innovation economy.
 
Workers at OpenAI, Anthropic, and Meta say AI is making their jobs harder, not easier - TechSpot Tue, 11 Aug 2026 17:39:00 GMT

At OpenAI and Anthropic, some employees said major development pushes can last for weeks and involve more than 90 hours of work per week.

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Bumble Changes the Feature That Made It Different From Other Dating Apps - CNET Tue, 11 Aug 2026 17:31:28 GMT
Dating app Bumble is changing its policy to allow either person to message first, and is extending its response window from 24 to 72 hours.
 
FDA approves Samsung's Hearing Aid feature on Galaxy Buds - GSMArena.com news - GSMArena.com - Google Tue, 11 Aug 2026 17:31:02 GMT
  1. FDA approves Samsung's Hearing Aid feature on Galaxy Buds - GSMArena.com news GSMArena.com
  2. FDA Clears Samsung Galaxy Buds as OTC Hearing Aids: Same Algorithm as $4,600 Prescription Devices Tech Times
  3. Samsung Says A Hearing Aid Feature Is Coming To Galaxy Buds Later This Year Engadget
  4. FDA Approves Galaxy Buds to be Hearing Aids Droid Life
  5. Samsung is Starting to Catch Up to Apple on Hearing Health MacRumors
 
How the iPhone has changed in the last five years - Engadget Tue, 11 Aug 2026 17:30:00 GMT
Modern iPhones reflect years of gradual evolution, blending new capabilities with familiar elements that keep users adapting along the way.
 
SteamOS 3.8.25 beta expands controller and handheld support - TechSpot Tue, 11 Aug 2026 17:24:00 GMT
SteamOS continues Valve's push to expand the OS beyond the Steam Deck, improving support for third-party handhelds and adding compatibility with new controller hardware. The update also brings a newer Linux kernel and a range of fixes for HDMI, Wi-Fi, audio, and sleep.
 
Third iOS 27 and iPadOS 27 Public Betas Now Available - MacRumors - Google Tue, 11 Aug 2026 17:22:20 GMT
  1. Third iOS 27 and iPadOS 27 Public Betas Now Available MacRumors
  2. iOS 27 beta confirms Apple’s full iPhone 18 roadmap with 6 new models Macworld
  3. 4 Cool New Features Coming to Your iPhone’s Lock Screen Gear Patrol
  4. Third macOS Golden Gate Public Beta Now Available MacRumors
  5. iOS 27 leak basically confirms the whole iPhone 18 lineup for the first time PhoneArena
 
Disney+ will be the new global streaming home of Formula E racing - Engadget Tue, 11 Aug 2026 17:17:11 GMT
Disney+ will be the new global streaming home of Formula E racing.
 
Dive Beneath the Surface in Grounded 2’s Biggest Update Yet: Into the Abyss - XBOX Wire - Google Tue, 11 Aug 2026 17:01:38 GMT
  1. Dive Beneath the Surface in Grounded 2’s Biggest Update Yet: Into the Abyss XBOX Wire
  2. Xbox’s Wild Action-Adventure Game Hits PS5 Today on PlayStation Store AOL.com
  3. Grounded 2: Into the Abyss - PS5 Launch, Underwater Battles and Crossplay – Obsidian Interview PlayFront
  4. A Year Later, Grounded 2 Is Preparing For A Major Week Across Multiple Platforms purexbox.com
  5. Grounded 2 (PS5) Early Access Review: Second Time’s (Still) The Charm Yahoo Tech
 
Bethesda Acknowledges Demand for Oblivion Remastered Patch, Calls for Calm - Digital Foundry - Google Tue, 11 Aug 2026 17:00:00 GMT
  1. Bethesda Acknowledges Demand for Oblivion Remastered Patch, Calls for Calm Digital Foundry
  2. The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered Patch 1.0 (Nintendo Switch™ 2) — August 11, 2026 Bethesda.net
  3. Bethesda Finally Confirms The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered Patch Is Coming IGN
  4. The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered (Switch 2) Review Nintendo World Report
  5. Oblivion Remastered on Switch 2 Outshines Xbox Series S, as NVIDIA DLSS Becomes The System’s Secret Weapon Again Wccftech
 
Elden Ring For Switch 2 Is Looking Pretty Slick In New Story Trailer - Nintendo Life - Google Tue, 11 Aug 2026 16:45:00 GMT
  1. Elden Ring For Switch 2 Is Looking Pretty Slick In New Story Trailer Nintendo Life
  2. Rise with ELDEN RING Tarnished Edition, launching Aug. 28 on Nintendo Switch 2 nintendo.com
  3. ELDEN RING Tarnished Edition Story Spotlight Released Gamers Heroes
  4. Elden Ring Tarnished Edition arrives August 28, with a new Story Spotlight video available now GamingTrend
  5. Elden Ring: Tarnished Edition Switch 2 Trailer Focuses on Its Story Siliconera
 
PS3 Lord of the Rings Action RPG War in the North Suddenly Returns, Out Now on PS5 - Push Square - Google Tue, 11 Aug 2026 16:45:00 GMT
  1. PS3 Lord of the Rings Action RPG War in the North Suddenly Returns, Out Now on PS5 Push Square
  2. More Lord of the Rings Remasters Are in the Works Following War in the North Re-Release, Confirms Aspyr IGN
  3. Lord Of The Rings Xbox 360 Game Gets Surprise Shadow Drop For Modern Platforms purexbox.com
  4. An Iconic Lord Of The Rings Game Is Officially Getting A Remaster, Out Today IMDb
  5. 'Lord of the Rings: War in the North' Just Shadow Dropped, and More Remasters Have Been Teased Polygon.com
 
The FAA used Fortnite ads to recruit air traffic controllers, and just had its best hiring year yet - TechSpot Tue, 11 Aug 2026 16:37:00 GMT

The Department of Transportation and Federal Aviation Administration launched the gaming-focused campaign in April as part of efforts to address the country's long-running air traffic controller shortage.

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Someone Drained All Water From Pokopia's Undersea Town - Kotaku - Google Tue, 11 Aug 2026 16:30:22 GMT
  1. Someone Drained All Water From Pokopia's Undersea Town Kotaku
  2. Pokémon Pokopia Expansion Pass paid DLC: Keep the cozy life going with a brand-new underwater area! nintendo.com
  3. Pokémon Pokopia's Bubbly Basin Impressions – A Super-Effective Splash Game Informer
  4. Bubbly Basin Habitat Dex list for Pokémon Pokopia DLC Polygon.com
  5. "Poko a Pokémon" First Live Event: "The Bubbling Town at the Bottom of the Sea" in Yokohama Red Brick Warehouse—An Early Report saiganak.com
 
How to fix stick drift on PS5 and Xbox controllers - Engadget Tue, 11 Aug 2026 16:30:00 GMT
Giving your controllers a good clean can help with stick drift.
 
The mystery of the Chinese tea chest label - MIT Tue, 11 Aug 2026 16:30:00 GMT
MIT historian Tristan Brown uncovers the true origins of an artifact once thought to be a relic of the Boston Tea Party.
 
Tracking extreme heat by the hour makes climate change seem even worse - ArsTechnica Tue, 11 Aug 2026 16:26:38 GMT
Hot hours of summer could triple in the coming decades.
 
Beloved Terraria Mod Shut Down Over Sexual Misconduct Allegations - IGN - Google Tue, 11 Aug 2026 16:12:17 GMT
  1. Beloved Terraria Mod Shut Down Over Sexual Misconduct Allegations IGN
  2. After 10 years, Terraria's biggest mod shuts down due to an 'irrecoverably tainted reputation' and grooming allegations PC Gamer
  3. One of Terraria's Most Beloved Mods Crashes and Burns After Nearly a Decade DualShockers
  4. Terraria’s Calamity Mod Ends Development After Nearly 10 Years thepcenthusiast.com
  5. Terraria Mod Devs Ask Users To Pull Donations Following Allegations Kotaku
 
A Google insider spills the tea on how the company forsook its founding ideals - ArsTechnica Tue, 11 Aug 2026 16:07:34 GMT
Claire Stapleton's new book, Don't Be Evil, recounts her journey from company cheerleader to outspoken dissident.
 
Wolverine-Themed PlayStation 5 Consoles And Controllers Drop In September - Game Informer - Google Tue, 11 Aug 2026 16:04:00 GMT
  1. Wolverine-Themed PlayStation 5 Consoles And Controllers Drop In September Game Informer
  2. First look at Marvel’s Wolverine Limited Edition PS5 Console bundle and accessories PlayStation.Blog
  3. Marvel's Wolverine Limited Edition PS5 Console Announced, Plus Physical Disc Drive Covers IGN
  4. Sony Announces Wolverine PS5 Console, But It Won’t Play Discs Kotaku
  5. Marvel's Wolverine "fully playable" on disc when it releases, Insomniac clarifies, perhaps making it one of the last few PlayStation games that will be Eurogamer.net
 
Supermassive Games will lay off up to 75 workers - Engadget Tue, 11 Aug 2026 16:02:33 GMT
The maker of Until Dawn and Directive 8020 says it's cutting jobs to ensure it remains sustainable.
 
Much-wishlisted 100-player shooter Wardogs gets an early access release date and promises refunds for anyone unhappy with the closed beta - Eurogamer.net - Google Tue, 11 Aug 2026 16:00:00 GMT
  1. Much-wishlisted 100-player shooter Wardogs gets an early access release date and promises refunds for anyone unhappy with the closed beta Eurogamer.net
  2. Move Aside, Battlefield: 2026’s Most Anticipated FPS Finally Has a Release Date Polygon.com
  3. Believe the hype for Wardogs, possibly the next great multiplayer FPS PC Gamer
  4. Warhounds: review of the turn-based tactics game InsertCoins.press
  5. Wardogs Steam Top Seller Despite 10 Reasons Not to Buy It games.gg
 
Control Resonant Wants 'To Challenge' What’s Come Before In Action Games - IGN - Google Tue, 11 Aug 2026 16:00:00 GMT
  1. Control Resonant Wants 'To Challenge' What’s Come Before In Action Games IGN
  2. New 13-Minute Control Resonant Trailer Delves into Metro Fault Mission Gameplay The FPS Review
  3. Control Resonant Length Confirmed by Remedy, And It’s the Studio’s Longest Game Yet ComicBook.com
  4. Control Resonant Removed Weapon Switching and Parrying for “Immediate and Visceral” Combat GamingBolt
  5. Control Resonant will feature a crazy subway with trains attacking from all sides ixbt.games
 
Microsoft raises Windows OEM fees for PC makers by 7% to 10% - TechSpot Tue, 11 Aug 2026 15:56:00 GMT

The fees apply to companies that build PCs and ship them with Windows preinstalled. Microsoft does not charge every manufacturer the same rate, so the impact will likely vary by vendor and product line. Still, any increase in Windows licensing costs gives PC makers another expense to account for when...

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England and Wales ban Meta Glasses from courtrooms - Engadget Tue, 11 Aug 2026 15:43:55 GMT
Cameras are typically banned in courtrooms, and Meta Glasses are no exception in England and Wales.
 
The PC OS That Would Have Blown Your Mind Back In 1984 - Hack a Day Tue, 11 Aug 2026 15:30:37 GMT
As far as desktop microcomputers for mere mortals went in the first half of the 1980s, there was a sharp distinction between home computers such as the many 8-bit machines …read more
 
Can you wear your headphones while driving? It depends on the state - Engadget Tue, 11 Aug 2026 15:30:00 GMT
State laws around driving with headphones vary, so make sure you know what's legal.
 
Trump to give Republicans a 3-1 FCC majority, isn't filling empty Democratic seat - ArsTechnica Tue, 11 Aug 2026 15:28:43 GMT
Trump has resisted urge to fire FCC Democrat despite recent Supreme Court win.
 
Razer Unveils the Naga V3 Pro MMO Gaming Mouse - TechPowerUp - Google Tue, 11 Aug 2026 15:17:36 GMT
  1. Razer Unveils the Naga V3 Pro MMO Gaming Mouse TechPowerUp
  2. Razer Naga V3 Pro Review: My new 23-button mouse Tom's Hardware
  3. Review: Razer Naga V3 Pro: the best MMO mouse I've ever used, and ideal for macro fiends too Digital Foundry
  4. The long-awaited Razer Naga V3 Pro mouse is out now — here's where to buy one (and how much it costs) Windows Central
  5. The Razer Naga returns with new modular side plates KitGuru
 
Modders are trying to bring Game Pass and Xbox games to Mac and Linux - TechSpot Tue, 11 Aug 2026 15:15:00 GMT

An unofficial project to make games purchased through the Microsoft Store or downloaded via Game Pass playable outside Windows has recently made notable progress. While a release date remains elusive, the developers have already overcome many of the project's core technical challenges.

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After 10 years of Pixels, why is Google still making phones? - Tom's Guide - Google Tue, 11 Aug 2026 15:12:36 GMT
After 10 years of Pixels, why is Google still making phones? Tom's GuideSee more headlines & perspectives on Google News
 
GTA 6 Owner Take-Two Is Not Interested In Selling To Netflix Or Anyone Right Now - GameSpot - Google Tue, 11 Aug 2026 15:04:00 GMT
  1. GTA 6 Owner Take-Two Is Not Interested In Selling To Netflix Or Anyone Right Now GameSpot
  2. Grand Theft Auto VI: An Extended Look Rockstar Games
  3. New GTA 6 Gameplay Features Leak Ahead of Netflix Stream VICE
  4. Grand Theft Auto VI: An Extended Look is Premiering Exclusively on Netflix Netflix
  5. 'If You're Not a Netflix Subscriber, You Definitely Should Be' — Take-Two Boss Teases Grand Theft Auto VI: An Extended Look IGN
 
Razer Naga V3 Pro Review: Buttons Galore - Wired Tue, 11 Aug 2026 15:00:00 GMT
The PC gaming world has tried to move on from bulky, heavier mice, but the Naga V3 Pro proves that it still has its place.
 
Job Simulator: Human Relations Preview: You No Longer Need to Have VR on Your Resume to Play - IGN - Google Tue, 11 Aug 2026 15:00:00 GMT
Job Simulator: Human Relations Preview: You No Longer Need to Have VR on Your Resume to Play IGNSee more headlines & perspectives on Google News
 
Google is testing a new homepage that buries the search button for AI - TechSpot Tue, 11 Aug 2026 14:49:00 GMT

Google first introduced AI Mode in March 2025, explaining that the experimental feature would bring more Gemini-based capabilities to its traditional Search experience. About a year later, Mountain View could be ready to go all-in on AI, chatbots, and AI agents, having already swallowed up traditional web content, the advertising...

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‘Zoomsday’ hack uncovered using fewer than 20 AI prompts - The Verge - Google Tue, 11 Aug 2026 14:45:44 GMT
  1. ‘Zoomsday’ hack uncovered using fewer than 20 AI prompts The Verge
  2. A Zoom Screen-Sharing Bug Let Anyone Take Over Other Devices on a Call WIRED
  3. Zoom Annotation Flaws Could Let a Meeting Participant Hijack Another Attendee's Client The Hacker News
  4. Zoom flaw let an attacker take over your device, including iPhone and Mac 9to5Mac
  5. Zoom zero-click RCE flaws allow attackers to compromise meeting participants csoonline.com
 
How to connect Bluetooth headphones to your PS5 - Engadget Tue, 11 Aug 2026 14:30:00 GMT
The PS5 may not support Bluetooth audio directly, but there are workarounds.
 
Samsung says a hearing aid feature is coming to Galaxy Buds later this year - Engadget Tue, 11 Aug 2026 14:21:10 GMT
The FDA approved Samsung's Galaxy Buds hearing aid feature, which will soon be available alongside a hearing test.
 
Dodge's CEO Says The Best Is Yet To Come: 'We're Going To Go Faster' - Motor1.com - Google Tue, 11 Aug 2026 14:10:00 GMT
  1. Dodge's CEO Says The Best Is Yet To Come: 'We're Going To Go Faster' Motor1.com
  2. Dodge reveals new Charger, claiming it is quicker than the OG Hellcat Detroit Free Press
  3. View Photos of the 2027 Dodge Charger Super Bee Launch Edition Car and Driver
  4. Dodge’s new Charger Super Bee ups the inline-six’s output to 600bhp Top Gear
  5. The 2027 Dodge Charger Configurator Has Just Gone Live Yahoo Autos
 
PC-1: The 1954 Computer with no Tubes, Relays, or Transistors - Hack a Day Tue, 11 Aug 2026 14:00:03 GMT
However you make a digital computer, you need something to represent a binary digit. Usually this is some form of switch: a relay, a tube, or a transistor, although there …read more
 
iPhone 18 Pro Will Reportedly Start With 256GB of Storage - MacRumors - Google Tue, 11 Aug 2026 13:50:19 GMT
  1. iPhone 18 Pro Will Reportedly Start With 256GB of Storage MacRumors
  2. iPhone 18 Pro Release Date: Demand Drives September Launch Forbes
  3. Apple has eight new products to unveil at September event: report 9to5Mac
  4. Apple Already Increased the Price of iPhones Up to $300. Their Price Hikes Might Be Just Starting. finance.yahoo.com
  5. Kuo pours water on rumor of $1B Apple chip stockpile at TSMC AppleInsider
 
Galaxy Z Fold 8's wider shape still survives bend test, teardown shows off titanium and poor Qi placement [Video] - 9to5Google - Google Tue, 11 Aug 2026 13:50:00 GMT
  1. Galaxy Z Fold 8's wider shape still survives bend test, teardown shows off titanium and poor Qi placement [Video] 9to5Google
  2. Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 review: your passport to a folding phone future The Guardian
  3. The Galaxy Z Fold8 braves sand, blades and Zack himself in JerryRigEverything's durability test - GSMArena.com news GSMArena.com
  4. I tested the Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra and Razr Fold's cameras at a Lego event. The winner was a shock androidpolice.com
  5. Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 review: The one phone I could use forever The Gadgeteer
 
Overwatch Battle Pass Revamp Is Helping With The FOMO - Kotaku - Google Tue, 11 Aug 2026 13:46:47 GMT
  1. Overwatch Battle Pass Revamp Is Helping With The FOMO Kotaku
  2. Reign of Talon – Season 4: Heroes of Busan Brings Out the Best Blizzard Entertainment
  3. Overwatch's battle pass rework is quietly sticking it to free players Polygon.com
  4. Overwatch Season 4 Adds New Tank Hero D.Mon, Tweaks Maps and Systems CNET
  5. D. Mon Enters the Fight in Overwatch Season 4 XBOX Wire
 
AI Could Help Fossil Fuel Companies Create More Emissions - Wired Tue, 11 Aug 2026 13:45:02 GMT
New research finds that by making the fossil fuel industry more productive, AI could help increase carbon emissions by up to nearly 5 percent—vastly outpacing the impact of data centers.
 
Take-Two says GTA 6's $80 price is a "bargain" because Rockstar delivers "way more value" than it charges - TechSpot Tue, 11 Aug 2026 13:36:00 GMT

Speaking on CNBC's Squawk Pod, Take-Two boss Strauss Zelnick spoke about GTA VI, preorders, its pricing, and more.

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Garmin Cirqa versus Fitbit Air: How these two fitness trackers compare - Engadget Tue, 11 Aug 2026 13:30:00 GMT
Is Garmin's new option worth $100 more than the Fitbit Air?
 
Why your Amazon order confirmation emails have become so unhelpful - The Verge - Google Tue, 11 Aug 2026 13:27:20 GMT
Why your Amazon order confirmation emails have become so unhelpful The Verge
 
New surveillance tech links your phone to your license plate - ArsTechnica Tue, 11 Aug 2026 13:15:24 GMT
Phone and Bluetooth signals could turn roadside cameras into far richer tracking tools.
 
Motorola Moto Watch (2026) review: Looks can be deceiving - Engadget Tue, 11 Aug 2026 13:15:00 GMT
Motorola's Moto Watch looks like a capable and affordable timepiece, but looks are deceiving.
 
Motorola Moto Watch (2026) Review: Looks Can Be Deceiving - Engadget - Google Tue, 11 Aug 2026 13:15:00 GMT
Motorola Moto Watch (2026) Review: Looks Can Be Deceiving Engadget
 
Gears of War E-Day is at the centre of a heated movement debate, as players new and old are torn on wall-bouncing - Eurogamer.net - Google Tue, 11 Aug 2026 13:10:52 GMT
  1. Gears of War E-Day is at the centre of a heated movement debate, as players new and old are torn on wall-bouncing Eurogamer.net
  2. The Gears of War: E-Day Beta Shows UE5 Visuals at Their Best, Despite Sometimes Shaky Performance on Series X/S Digital Foundry
  3. Gears of War: E-Day Beta Launches August 6th, Featuring DLSS NVIDIA
  4. RTX 5090 Defeated by Gears of War: E-Day on 'Ludicrous' Settings extremetech.com
  5. Gears of War: E-Day Preview – A Thrilling Return to Form IMDb
 
Lenovo's leaked ThinkBook shows a rollable OLED display that expands horizontally - TechSpot Tue, 11 Aug 2026 13:01:00 GMT

According to Windows Latest, in its unexpanded form, the machine looks much like a standard ThinkBook. The palm rest carries ThinkBook branding, and the display has a centered webcam housing along the top bezel. Two USB-C ports are visible on the left side. The images do not show the right...

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Spotify AI Persona labels will alert listeners if an artist isn't real - Engadget Tue, 11 Aug 2026 13:00:00 GMT
The streaming service has faced an onslaught of AI-generated music.
 
This New Open-Weight AI Model Is Built for Video and Robots - CNET Tue, 11 Aug 2026 13:00:00 GMT
A new open world model from LTX shows how open-weights models can be used and customized by anyone.
 
Spotify’s AI Persona Label to Pluck AI Artists From Your Algorithm - CNET Tue, 11 Aug 2026 13:00:00 GMT
Stamped on artist profiles, it’ll help listeners figure out who’s an AI musician, and who isn’t.
 
Bumble now lets either person send the first message after matching - Engadget Tue, 11 Aug 2026 13:00:00 GMT
The company previously teased it would change messaging in May.
 
A Zoom Screen-Sharing Bug Let Anyone Take Over Other Devices on a Call - Wired Tue, 11 Aug 2026 12:37:12 GMT
Researchers say it took fewer than 20 prompts for a public AI tool to find a flaw (now fixed) allowing anyone on a Zoom call to hijack another participants’ device.
 
Knights Of The Old Republic Was Censored In The Weirdest Way - Kotaku - Google Tue, 11 Aug 2026 12:33:34 GMT
Knights Of The Old Republic Was Censored In The Weirdest Way Kotaku
 
This $60 Aliens Switch game becomes unplayable as servers shut down, with no refunds offered - TechSpot Tue, 11 Aug 2026 12:33:00 GMT

Buyers of the Switch version of Aliens: Fireteam Elite, which was a very disappointing 2021 take on the popular franchise, were even more disappointed in March when Cold Iron Studios said the game would shut down on August 5. The game was also delisted from the Switch eShop earlier this...

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NASA updates Voyager 2 to extend the 1977 probe's lifespan yet again - Engadget Tue, 11 Aug 2026 11:58:34 GMT
NASA successfully executed a plan to extend the life of Voyager 2's scientific instruments.
 
Google Play is finally hosting a rival app store, thanks to its antitrust loss - TechSpot Tue, 11 Aug 2026 11:56:00 GMT

Aptoide has become the first new Android app store available directly through the Google Play Store. The company is taking advantage of shifting regulations forcing Google to support rival storefronts, with others sure to follow.

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After a slow start, Alan Wake 2 is finally doing the numbers for Remedy and has hit another major milestone - Eurogamer.net - Google Tue, 11 Aug 2026 11:39:54 GMT
  1. After a slow start, Alan Wake 2 is finally doing the numbers for Remedy and has hit another major milestone Eurogamer.net
  2. Remedy reports revenue declines in Q2 and H1 as it prepares for Control Resonant launch GamesIndustry.biz
  3. 'A Must-Have Day 1 Purchase': Remedy Bets Big on Control Resonant, as Alan Wake 2 Passes 3 Million Sold IGN
  4. 2023’s Best Game Is Finally Selling the Millions It Deserves Polygon.com
  5. Remedy Entertainment touts pricing Control Resonant 'attractively for an AAA title' Game Developer
 
Ranking the Best Red-Light Therapy Masks and LED Devices of 2026 - Wired Tue, 11 Aug 2026 11:31:00 GMT
I tried the red-light therapy masks flooding my feed and consulted with professionals to find out which ones are worth the splurge.
 
New Pass-ta-key attack reveals all the things we didn’t know about passkeys - Ars Technica - Google Tue, 11 Aug 2026 11:30:08 GMT
  1. New Pass-ta-key attack reveals all the things we didn’t know about passkeys Ars Technica
  2. Pass the Passkey: A Novel Attack Surface in Passwordless Authentication Unit 42
  3. New Passkey Attacks Can Recover Synced Private Keys or Bypass Phishing-Resistant MFA The Hacker News
  4. Google Password Manager passkeys could be at risk with new ‘Pass-ta-key’ attack 9to5Google
  5. Pass-ta-key Takes Advantage Of Some Assumptions When Grabbing Your Windows Passkeys PC Perspective
 
New Pass-ta-key attack reveals all the things we didn't know about passkeys - ArsTechnica Tue, 11 Aug 2026 11:30:08 GMT
Why passkey apps treat Windows differently than other operating systems.
 
Sonos will launch new wireless headphones next month, official filing suggests - What Hi-Fi? - Google Tue, 11 Aug 2026 11:17:16 GMT
  1. Sonos will launch new wireless headphones next month, official filing suggests What Hi-Fi?
  2. Sonos Plans ‘Ace Ultra’ Headphones and Broad Push Into AI Bloomberg.com
  3. Sonos gets ready to launch new Ace Ultra headphones Lowpass
  4. Sonos Ace Ultra headphones could be on the horizon The Verge
  5. Sonos Could Drop New Wireless Headphones Soon Gizmodo
 
Bernie Sanders tells OpenAI, Anthropic, and Meta to pause AI development or face Senate action - TechSpot Tue, 11 Aug 2026 11:15:00 GMT

In a letter to the CEOs of OpenAI, Anthropic, and Meta, Sanders writes that almost every day brings a new story about how these companies are losing control of their AI agents.

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6 Best Dehumidifiers to Fight Mold and Muggy Summers (2026) - Wired Tue, 11 Aug 2026 11:07:00 GMT
If you care about good air, it’s time for a dehumidifier. These are the best ones we’ve tested for everything from basements to drying laundry.
 
An app store for your app store - 9to5Google - Google Tue, 11 Aug 2026 11:00:00 GMT
  1. An app store for your app store 9to5Google
  2. Aptoide Returns to Google Play After More Than a Decade, Opening a New Chapter for Competition on Android PR Newswire
  3. Following Epic loss, Google has started hosting rival app stores in the Play Store Ars Technica
  4. The first rival Android app store just arrived in the US Play Store The Verge
  5. An Android App Store Competitor Is Available In The Play Store Engadget
 
A New Trick Reveals AI Models’ Inner Thoughts - Wired Tue, 11 Aug 2026 11:00:00 GMT
Researchers devised a way to extract “reasoning traces” from Claude, GPT, and Gemini. What they found, they say, indicates that some Chinese AI may be trained on leading US models.
 
Elon Musk, Sam Altman, and the Misreading of Science Fiction - Wired Tue, 11 Aug 2026 10:30:00 GMT
Beyond Elon Musk’s interpretation of The Odyssey, Silicon Valley leaders have often misunderstood classic books like Foundation and The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy. It’s evident in their tech.
 
Hydrogen 1,600-hp car takes aim at multiple land-speed records on Bonneville Salt Flats - TechSpot Tue, 11 Aug 2026 10:04:00 GMT

The Hydromax is a 32-foot vehicle powered by two hydrogen engines adapted from JCB construction machinery. Together, they produce 1,600 horsepower. Rather than using hydrogen in a fuel cell to make electricity, the engines mix pressurized hydrogen gas with air and ignite it.

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GTA 6's $100 PS5 Ultimate Edition Is Getting More Pre-Orders Than the Cheaper Version - Push Square - Google Tue, 11 Aug 2026 10:00:00 GMT
  1. GTA 6's $100 PS5 Ultimate Edition Is Getting More Pre-Orders Than the Cheaper Version Push Square
  2. Strauss Zelnick: Netflix debut is merely "one of the hors d'oeuvres" for full GTA 6 launch; pre-order numbers are "unprecedented and astonishing" GamesIndustry.biz
  3. ‘GTA 6’ Pre-Orders Reach ‘Unprecedented and Astonishing’ Level in June Quarter, Take-Two Interactive CEO Says variety.com
  4. What’s In The $100 ‘GTA VI’ Ultimate Edition, Which Most Fans Are Buying Forbes
  5. Take-Two CEO Admits GTA 6 Could Have Cost More Than $80, but Rockstar Chose Restraint and Overdelivered Value Wccftech
 
AI Is Dead. Organoids Are Alive - Wired Tue, 11 Aug 2026 10:00:00 GMT
Mini human brains are being grown in labs all over the world. Soon, they could outthink neural networks.
 
Seedless Blackberries and Cherries That Grow on Bushes Vie to Be the Future of Food - Wired Tue, 11 Aug 2026 10:00:00 GMT
Startups and Big Ag are using Crispr gene editing to create crops that taste better and grow on a hotter planet. But will they find a market?
 
OpenAI gives Daybreak partners access to a more powerful cybersecurity model - Engadget Tue, 11 Aug 2026 09:40:15 GMT
OpenAI's Daybreak program now has two tiers, with the higher one giving partners access to a more advanced cybersecurity model.
 
Best Red-Light Therapy for Hair Growth and Restoration (2026) - Wired Tue, 11 Aug 2026 09:31:00 GMT
Don’t fly to Turkey just yet. Our WIRED testers saw visible hair regrowth with these red-light therapy devices.
 
2026's second highest rated game is free to enjoy for many PS5 users - GAMINGbible - Google Tue, 11 Aug 2026 09:30:01 GMT
  1. 2026's second highest rated game is free to enjoy for many PS5 users GAMINGbible
  2. Why gamers can’t get enough of ‘friendslop’ Financial Times
  3. Big Walk Sells One Million Copies In Less Than A Week Game Informer
  4. Big Walk Review IGN
  5. 7 Years Ago, an Award-Winning Game Set the Stage for 2026's Latest Masterpiece Polygon.com
 
AI Is Helping Solve the Intricate Genetic Puzzle of Schizophrenia - Wired Tue, 11 Aug 2026 09:00:00 GMT
Recent findings provide one of the most detailed pictures to date of the genetic architecture of schizophrenia, opening up new avenues for research into the disorder.
 
Saber Interactive CEO confirms that its latest trailer contains a dig at Gearbox boss Randy Pitchford - Video Games Chronicle - Google Tue, 11 Aug 2026 08:59:45 GMT
  1. Saber Interactive CEO confirms that its latest trailer contains a dig at Gearbox boss Randy Pitchford Video Games Chronicle
  2. Saber's newest game trailer takes a shot at Gearbox's boss, if you look closely Game File | Stephen Totilo
  3. Borderlands Boss Randy Pitchford Ridiculed by Former Colleague in Trailer for Taxi Sim Rideshare Stimulator IGN
  4. New Game Trailer Contains A Jab At Gearbox's Randy Pitchford As Payback Over A Borderlands 4 Joke Kotaku
  5. Saber Interactive’s New Taxi Game Is Beefing With Randy Pitchford GameSpot
 
Best Casetify Promo Codes | 15% Off July - Wired Tue, 11 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Keep your phone protected and your wallet happy with these proven strategies to secure a Casetify promo code, student discount, and sitewide deals.
 
Dell Coupon Codes: 20% Off for August 2026 - Wired Tue, 11 Aug 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.
 
Chewy Promo Codes: $20 Off August 2026 - Wired Tue, 11 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Explore Chewy coupon codes for $30 off, $20 off your first order $49, 50% off pet food, and more August 2026 discounts.
 
Best Buy Discount Codes: Up to 60% Off - Wired Tue, 11 Aug 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.
 
Meta Quest Promo Codes and Coupons for August 2026 - Wired Tue, 11 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Experience cutting-edge VR and save up to 20% with coupons for the latest games, Meta Quest 3, Ray-Ban AI glasses, and more deals.
 
Valvoline Coupons and Promo Codes for August 2026 - Wired Tue, 11 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
We've gathered all the top Valvoline coupons and promo codes for August 2026, including deals on full synthetic oil changes and other essential maintenance.
 
Squarespace Promo Codes: 20% Off in August 2026 - Wired Tue, 11 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Get 20% off your next website, 10% off with exclusive Squarespace discount code, 50% off plans, and more top coupons from WIRED.
 
Sealy Promo Codes: $100 Off - Wired Tue, 11 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Whether you’re switching from springs to memory foam or just want to sleep cooler this summer, these Sealy mattress deals will have you waking up refreshed—and with cash left in your wallet.
 
L.L.Bean Promo Codes and Coupons: 75% Off - Wired Tue, 11 Aug 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.
 
LG Promo Codes and Coupons for August 2026 - Wired Tue, 11 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Save 20% with an LG promo code today, plus up to $1,000 off appliances, 40% off bestselling TVs and monitors.
 
Home Depot Promo Codes: 30% Off in August 2026 - Wired Tue, 11 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Save up to 50% today with the latest Home Depot promo codes for appliances, power tools, and more this August.
 
Booking.com Promo Codes: 20% Off | August 2026 - Wired Tue, 11 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Enjoy big savings on your next adventure with our Booking.com promo codes, coupons, and handpicked travel deals.
 
Peacock Promo Codes: 40% Off August 2026 - Wired Tue, 11 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Stream your favorite shows for up to $80 off this month, and save on subscription plans with the latest Peacock TV coupons from WIRED.
 
Mattress Firm Coupons: Save up to $700 | - Wired Tue, 11 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Use a Mattress Firm promo code to save on top mattresses, score a free adjustable base, and unlock up to $300 in instant credits.
 
30% Off Canon Promo Codes | August 2026 - Wired Tue, 11 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Save an extra 10% or 30% with Canon coupon codes, plus up to $1,600 on cameras, printers, and more this August.
 
On the hunt for dark matter - MIT Tue, 11 Aug 2026 04:00:00 GMT
From Broadway to MIT’s Laboratory for Nuclear Science, PhD student Jessica Fry doesn’t do anything halfway. Now she’s hunting for the universe’s most elusive particle.
 
7 Pieces Of Camping Gear Worth Buying From Costco (And 5 To Skip) - SlashGear - Google Tue, 11 Aug 2026 01:30:00 GMT
7 Pieces Of Camping Gear Worth Buying From Costco (And 5 To Skip) SlashGear
 
AI is even coming for sports journalism jobs in Madden 27 - Awful Announcing - Google Tue, 11 Aug 2026 00:32:05 GMT
  1. AI is even coming for sports journalism jobs in Madden 27 Awful Announcing
  2. New "Madden 27" turns you into a news junkie Axios
  3. Madden NFL 27 Review, Gameplay Impressions, Videos and Top Features Bleacher Report
  4. Madden NFL 27 Arcade Edition Is Now Available on Apple Arcade, Complete With No Ads or In-App Purchases IGN
  5. EA SPORTS Madden NFL 27 Early Access Trial Available Now With EA Play XBOX Wire
 
Microsoft's Weather app can eat up to 1.2GB of RAM just sitting open - TechSpot Mon, 10 Aug 2026 22:48:00 GMT

MSN Weather is the standard weather app included with Windows 11. It provides a detailed set of tools, including live radar, hourly forecasts, wind and precipitation data, air-quality readings and moon phases. The data comes from several weather providers, with Foreca serving as a primary source.

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13 Fields of Mistria Tips For First-Time Farmers - Kotaku - Google Mon, 10 Aug 2026 22:46:06 GMT
  1. 13 Fields of Mistria Tips For First-Time Farmers Kotaku
  2. Fields of Mistria Review So Far IGN
  3. Fields Of Mistria Romance, Marriage, And Children Guide GameSpot
  4. Fantasy farm life sim RPG Fields of Mistria hits full release Niche Gamer
  5. Fields of Mistria: Repair the Bell Tower Quest Guide DualShockers
 
Live now: Ross Scott discusses the Stop Killing Games movement - ArsTechnica Mon, 10 Aug 2026 22:23:43 GMT
Our discussion takes place live on August 11 at 2:30 pm ET.
 
With new open models, Meta pitches another reboot of its struggling AI strategy - ArsTechnica Mon, 10 Aug 2026 22:13:03 GMT
Meta has been trailing competitors. Zuckerberg thinks he's found a way forward.
 
Developer ports Word for Windows 1.1a to modern x64 systems using original source code - TechSpot Mon, 10 Aug 2026 22:02:00 GMT

Developer Justin Marshall recently ported Word for Windows 1.1a to modern Windows systems. The open-source conversion draws on the source code of the original program, which Microsoft shared with the community in 2014.

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Trump signs bonkers order that cuts vaccines, promotes ones that don't exist - ArsTechnica Mon, 10 Aug 2026 21:42:56 GMT
Trump falsely claimed the MMR vaccine is "quite lethal" and linked shots to autism.
 
Developer Cold Iron Studios shuts down cloud version of $60 game with no refunds - Ars Technica - Google Mon, 10 Aug 2026 21:26:38 GMT
  1. Developer Cold Iron Studios shuts down cloud version of $60 game with no refunds Ars Technica
  2. Aliens: Fireteam Elite Nintendo Switch Owners Become the Latest Victims of Gaming's Increasingly Digital Future, as Servers Shut Down With No Refunds Offered IGN
  3. A Nintendo Switch game just became unplayable for those who paid for it — showing exactly why gamers are rebelling against Sony's disc-free PlayStation plans Yahoo Tech
  4. Switch Game Some Players Paid $60 For Disappears In A Cloud Of Virtual Smoke Kotaku
  5. Aliens: Fireteam Elite’s cloud version on Switch has been shut down, making it unplayable for those who bought it Video Games Chronicle
 
Developer Cold Iron Studios shuts down cloud version of $60 game with no refunds - ArsTechnica Mon, 10 Aug 2026 21:26:38 GMT
A reminder of the perils of digital ownership.
 
Amazon backs power plant that may become top source of US climate pollution - ArsTechnica Mon, 10 Aug 2026 20:45:52 GMT
Amazon announces first off-the-grid data center in race to reap AI profits.
 
Zuckerberg’s superyacht ignored emergency channel, failed to aid stranded boat - ArsTechnica Mon, 10 Aug 2026 20:01:15 GMT
Zuckerberg’s superyacht and support ship were slow to heed Coast Guard call.
 
Galaxy S26 FE specs leak alongside a higher price tag - 9to5Google - Google Mon, 10 Aug 2026 19:45:00 GMT
  1. Galaxy S26 FE specs leak alongside a higher price tag 9to5Google
  2. Samsung Galaxy S26 FE specs reportedly leak. What they are, how much it might cost Mashable
  3. Exclusive: Official Samsung Galaxy S26 FE Images Show All Three Color Variants Android Headlines
  4. Leaked Galaxy S26 FE specs confirm another battery disappointment from Samsung PhoneArena
  5. Galaxy S26 FE appears at FCC with an unexpected Qualcomm twist Android Authority
 
With a feel for physics, AI models simulate a wider range of real-world scenarios - MIT Mon, 10 Aug 2026 19:25:00 GMT
“GeoPT” helps AI models understand the basics of physics so they can simulate how objects respond to things like wind and water more efficiently and accurately.
 
Report: Analyst Shatters Expectations of an All-Glass iPhone - CNET Mon, 10 Aug 2026 19:01:21 GMT
Reportedly, not enough defect-free units were produced.
 
Valve Warns Steam Machine Buyers About Scam Messages After Cyberattack - CNET Mon, 10 Aug 2026 18:38:34 GMT
Steam’s hardware distribution partner in Europe was attacked, exposing customers’ personal information.
 
High-orbit satellites could light the way for travel to the moon - MIT Mon, 10 Aug 2026 18:10:00 GMT
Acting as cooperative optical beacons, the satellites could provide GPS-like navigation and communications support for spacecraft operating across cislunar space.
 
Clicks' Power Keyboard brings BlackBerry-style typing to any phone — with some compromises - TechCrunch - Google Mon, 10 Aug 2026 18:00:39 GMT
  1. Clicks' Power Keyboard brings BlackBerry-style typing to any phone — with some compromises TechCrunch
  2. Clicks launches $99 Power Keyboard with MagSafe and Qi2 support Межа. Новини України.
  3. I used the Clicks Power Keyboard for a week to see if it helped me type on my iPhone CNN
  4. Clicks has begun shipping the Power Keyboard for $99 UA.NEWS
  5. Clicks Launches $99 Power Keyboard, Bringing BlackBerry-Style Typing To Any Phone ETV Bharat
 
Golden Sun Is Getting A Sequel Next Year And It Looks Incredible - Kotaku - Google Mon, 10 Aug 2026 18:00:27 GMT
Golden Sun Is Getting A Sequel Next Year And It Looks Incredible Kotaku
 
The Elder Scrolls III: Morrowind Review Roundup - Kotaku - Google Mon, 10 Aug 2026 18:00:21 GMT
The Elder Scrolls III: Morrowind Review Roundup Kotaku
 
GeForce Now exploit unlocks full Windows desktop access - TechSpot Mon, 10 Aug 2026 17:39:00 GMT

GeForce Now can apparently do much more than simply stream a selection of supported games using the AV1 codec. Two modders known as "Zortos" and "dpadGuy" have uncovered a trick to gain full desktop access to the streaming service, allowing them to run custom games and software directly on Nvidia's...

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Future Apple Watches Might Ditch the Screen - Gizmodo - Google Mon, 10 Aug 2026 17:15:05 GMT
  1. Future Apple Watches Might Ditch the Screen Gizmodo
  2. Apple Explores Shaking Up Its Smartwatch for a New Era Bloomberg.com
  3. Apple Is Reportedly Considering a Whoop-Style Screenless Tracker PCMag
  4. Apple reportedly considers screenless wearables in effort to revamp Apple Watch lineup Yahoo Tech
  5. A major Apple Watch redesign may be coming Mashable
 
Has Ford got cheap car fever? A $25K crossover is supposedly on the way. - ArsTechnica Mon, 10 Aug 2026 17:07:47 GMT
Ford dealers were told about the new Escape-sized model; one of them spilled the beans.
 
Microsoft confirms OneDrive Photos app was rolled out to millions of Windows 11 PCs by mistake, fix incoming - TechSpot Mon, 10 Aug 2026 16:53:00 GMT

In an X post, Microsoft's EVP of Apps and Agents, Jeff Teper, noted that OneDrive Photos is an incubation project that was meant to be tested with select users but was mistakenly pushed to more devices than intended. He confirmed that the issue will be resolved in a future update,...

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A cybersecurity researcher covered a Toyota in an AI-generated pattern to confuse Flock cameras - TechSpot Mon, 10 Aug 2026 16:11:00 GMT

Donut Media plans to release video of the test in the coming weeks.

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GameStop may drop its $56 billion eBay bid and offer up its 1,600 stores in a partnership - TechSpot Mon, 10 Aug 2026 15:33:00 GMT

Bloomberg reports that Cohen is weighing a deal that would allow eBay to make use of GameStop's roughly 1,600 US retail locations. The arrangement could help both companies grab a larger share of higher-margin categories. GameStop would also seek seats on eBay's board as part of any partnership.

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Nearly 100 copies of a never-before-seen version of Super Mario Bros. have been found - TechSpot Mon, 10 Aug 2026 14:45:00 GMT

As the story goes, Kevin Braun purchased the cartridges years ago from a person who claimed his grandfather used to own a business that recovered precious metals from electronics. At some point, it is believed that Nintendo sent the cartridges in to salvage gold from the metal contacts. For whatever...

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Farmer trusted AI after it gave good advice, then it helped wipe out 25 acres of his crops - TechSpot Mon, 10 Aug 2026 13:33:00 GMT

The 67-year-old farmer was recommended by the AI to use "high-efficiency flupyrimethalin" and "flusulfasulfaether" (flufenacet) to kill weeds and mix it with "thiamethoxazine" and "methyl salt." As reported by Taiwanese Chinese-language news website CTWANT (via Tom's Hardware), he followed the instructions blindly, failing to check that what he was doing...

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MySpace owners confirm they are planning another comeback - TechSpot Mon, 10 Aug 2026 12:56:00 GMT

A revival would put MySpace in a market that looks nothing like the one it left behind. Social media is now led by platforms built around recommendation systems, mobile video, creator tools, and targeted advertising. Instagram, TikTok, Snapchat, YouTube, and Reddit already compete for users and ad dollars.

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A California city just declared an emergency after malware hit its 911 systems - TechSpot Mon, 10 Aug 2026 12:04:00 GMT

The incident began at around 5:45am on Friday, August 7, according to the city's incident page. Suisun City, a community of approximately 30,000 people located 55 miles north of San Francisco, declared the emergency at a special council meeting the following morning.

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An AI agent was asked to book a gym class, whe none was available, it decided to hack the system and jump the queue - TechSpot Mon, 10 Aug 2026 11:15:00 GMT

The incident is being treated as Australia's first reported example of an AI agent independently exploiting a live system while carrying out a routine task. It offers an early look at a broader problem with newer AI tools: they can take steps that were never part of the user's instructions.

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Noctua tested more than 100 PC cases and found over half had inaccurate CPU cooler clearance specs - TechSpot Mon, 10 Aug 2026 10:17:00 GMT

Noctua writes that, given the importance of every millimeter in small-form-factor and ITX builds, it has conducted its own measurement tests on popular cases to confirm they align with figures on the manufacturers' websites. It found inaccuracies in 56 out of the more than 100 cases it tested.

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MIT researchers tackle the economic realities of fusion power - MIT Mon, 10 Aug 2026 04:00:00 GMT
Their new study aims to give budding industry a framework for understanding how fusion can be profitable.
 
A misleading headline made people think AI was replacing 911 dispatchers - TechSpot Sun, 09 Aug 2026 18:40:00 GMT

New Orleans is using artificial intelligence in a limited part of its 911 operation: screening some duplicate calls about vehicle crashes when human call-takers are unavailable.

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Overwatch Season 4 Adds New Tank Hero D.Mon, Tweaks Maps and Systems - CNET Fri, 07 Aug 2026 16:00:00 GMT
D.Va’s bestie joins the game alongside map reworks and new in-combat info.
 
Physicists watch a material’s electrons assemble, and reassemble, into coexisting phases - MIT Fri, 07 Aug 2026 09:00:00 GMT
The study could help scientists understand how superconductivity and other more complex phenomena emerge in quantum materials.
 
Akirah Bradley-Armstrong named vice chancellor for student life - MIT Thu, 06 Aug 2026 20:55:00 GMT
An experienced student affairs leader is joining MIT to oversee the next chapter for the Division of Student Life.
 
A new way to watch heat move through electronics - MIT Thu, 06 Aug 2026 04:00:00 GMT
MIT researchers can now precisely measure how heat moves through multilayered materials like computer chips.
 
How to Watch Made by Google, the Pixel 11 and Watch 5 Event - CNET Wed, 05 Aug 2026 22:23:47 GMT
Google’s launch for the Pixel 11, 11 Pro, 11 Pro XL, Watch 5 takes place on Wednesday in New York City. Trevor Noah and other celebrities are set to take part.
 
Then and now: How MIT Lincoln Laboratory has served as a driving force in national security innovation - MIT Wed, 05 Aug 2026 18:10:00 GMT
Members of the laboratory community reflect on technology impacts that shaped the United States and the world over the past 75 years.
 
Researchers make air-stable, ultrathin superconductors, for more scalable quantum devices - MIT Wed, 05 Aug 2026 15:00:00 GMT
A new technique produces wafer-scale samples, overcoming a major roadblock to using these materials in quantum technologies.
 
Scientists unveil more than 600 new tissue models of human cancer - MIT Wed, 05 Aug 2026 15:00:00 GMT
Derived from patient tumor samples and available to researchers around the world, the cells will aid the development of new cancer treatments.
 
These 3D-printed objects can tell you if they’re being used properly - MIT Wed, 05 Aug 2026 04:00:00 GMT
The “ShiftLens” design and fabrication system creates objects that change their surface appearance based on user interactions, without any electronics.
 
Pixel 11 HiLight: What We Know and How It Might Work - CNET Tue, 04 Aug 2026 20:27:42 GMT
Previously rumored to be called Pixel Glow, this feature could bring a visual twist to Google’s next Pixel series.
 
Past is prologue for geopolitical developments - MIT Tue, 04 Aug 2026 20:25:00 GMT
DUSP Associate Professor Jason Jackson’s latest book compares how two countries chose radically different paths to economic independence.
 
Reframing leadership as a design problem - MIT Tue, 04 Aug 2026 20:00:00 GMT
Nicholas de Monchaux reflects on guiding the MIT Department of Architecture through a period of dramatic change for the profession.
 
Solving the solvent problem - MIT Tue, 04 Aug 2026 18:50:00 GMT
By focusing on electrolytes, MIT scientists are making sodium-metal batteries a more practical energy storage option.
 
T-Mobile Shifts to 3-Year Phone Installments with New ‘2.0’ Mobile Plans - CNET Tue, 04 Aug 2026 13:00:00 GMT
Buying a phone from the carrier now includes an option to get it for zero dollars upfront, not even taxes – for customers who qualify.
 
The benefits of medical AI assistance vary based on user expertise - MIT Tue, 04 Aug 2026 09:00:00 GMT
Study finds non-experts deferred to LLM-based diagnostic assistance, even when it was wrong, while clinicians caught AI errors.
 
Get Ready for a Lunar Eclipse That Will Be Visible All Over North America - CNET Mon, 03 Aug 2026 21:19:27 GMT
The eclipse is technically a partial lunar eclipse, but at 93% coverage, it’s close enough.
 
Alexander Rakhlin named director of the MIT Statistics and Data Science Center - MIT Mon, 03 Aug 2026 19:50:00 GMT
An expert in machine learning, statistics, and computation, Rakhlin succeeds Professor Ankur Moitra.
 
Connecting students with the future of microelectronics - MIT Mon, 03 Aug 2026 17:30:00 GMT
The 2026 NEMC Hub-sponsored externship gave students access to world-class research, advanced semiconductor manufacturing, and professionals driving innovation across the Northeast.
 
Turning molecules into reliable electronic devices - MIT Mon, 03 Aug 2026 09:00:00 GMT
A new fabrication platform integrates molecules into electronic devices, opening the door to emerging computing technologies.
 
Those Anti-AI, Dumb Sunglasses Were a Smart Move: They Sold Out - CNET Sun, 02 Aug 2026 15:50:45 GMT
A new batch of Normal F****** Sunglasses is on the way. “Useless for perverts,” The Onion says.
 
Using reason, again and again - MIT Sun, 02 Aug 2026 04:00:00 GMT
Philosopher Brian Hedden studies decision-making over time — and recently chose to return to alma mater MIT, where he is now connecting ethics and computing.
 
Building energy security through more sustainable batteries - MIT Fri, 31 Jul 2026 04:00:00 GMT
PhD student Hugh Smith works to develop sodium-ion batteries, whose components are more abundant and accessible than those of conventional lithium-ion technology.
 
Daniela Rus receives Bavarian Minister-President's High-Tech Prize - MIT Thu, 30 Jul 2026 21:00:00 GMT
Director of CSAIL and MIT professor honored for her contributions to robotics, artificial intelligence, and autonomous systems.
 
Connecting research to policy on Capitol Hill - MIT Thu, 30 Jul 2026 20:35:00 GMT
MIT students and postdocs discussed science funding and research with policymakers in Washington during the MIT Science Policy Initiative’s annual Congressional Visit Days.
 
Why some nitrogen-processing enzymes are more efficient than others - MIT Thu, 30 Jul 2026 15:00:00 GMT
New findings could help researchers design synthetic catalysts that convert nitrogen gas to ammonia, a key step in fertilizer production.
 
Here’s What CNET Readers Want to Change About the iPhone – and Why It Probably Won’t Happen Soon - CNET Thu, 30 Jul 2026 14:30:38 GMT
CNET readers expect to see a new foldable iPhone this year, but that’s not what’s at the top of their wish list.
 
August Is a Stargazer’s Dream, With a Solar Eclipse, Meteors and a Planet Parade - CNET Wed, 29 Jul 2026 22:30:19 GMT
Aug. 12 might be the best day of the year for skygazers.
 
MIT and Broad Institute researchers break diffraction barrier in super-resolution microscopy - MIT Wed, 29 Jul 2026 17:00:00 GMT
New U-STORM imaging technology lets scientists view molecular structures in subatomic detail — about 1,000 times clearer than traditional dyes — while making the microscope process much simpler.
 
How a medical database developed at MIT evolved into a global standard of data-sharing - MIT Wed, 29 Jul 2026 14:00:00 GMT
The visionary PhysioNet platform launched 25 years ago, based on a system developed at MIT in the 1970s. It has become one of the most comprehensive biomedical and clinical data repositories in existence.
 
Professor Emeritus Robert Cohen, pioneering polymers researcher and devoted mentor, dies at 79 - MIT Tue, 28 Jul 2026 20:00:00 GMT
Architect of MIT’s interdisciplinary Program in Polymers and Soft Matter and the PhD in chemical engineering practice is remembered for his passion for mentorship and education.
 
Yu Deng ’11 and Hong Wang PhD ’19 awarded Fields Medal - MIT Tue, 28 Jul 2026 18:00:00 GMT
MIT-trained mathematicians earn the honor, one of the most prestigious in the field, for their significant achievements.
 
Making robots faster by helping them think ahead - MIT Tue, 28 Jul 2026 04:00:00 GMT
By planning actions based on the future position of a robot, the VLASH technique streamlines motions and accelerates performance.
 
MIT engineers design recyclable elastic yarn - MIT Mon, 27 Jul 2026 14:00:00 GMT
Melt it, spin it, use it again. This new recyclable yarn is as strong and stretchy as spandex-based yarns.
 
Looking beyond research - MIT Thu, 23 Jul 2026 19:00:00 GMT
Professor Anna-Christina Eilers is “Committed to Caring” for building a culture around attentiveness and community.
 
MIT projects selected for funding under US Department of Energy’s Genesis Mission - MIT Thu, 23 Jul 2026 12:00:00 GMT
Initial research projects advance national priorities across natural resources, manufacturing, nuclear physics, and more.
 
MIT student leaders: Q&A with men’s soccer captain Dilin Meloni - MIT Wed, 22 Jul 2026 17:30:00 GMT
The rising senior is passionate about soccer, nuclear fusion, and advocating on behalf of his fellow student-athletes at MIT.
 
Professor Emeritus Dimitri Bertsekas, influential computer scientist and prolific author, dies at 83 - MIT Wed, 22 Jul 2026 17:00:00 GMT
Known for his clear and elegant writing style, Bertsekas shaped fields from control and optimization to large-scale computation and artificial intelligence.
 
Diffuse puffs of “missing” matter surround most galaxies - MIT Tue, 21 Jul 2026 15:00:00 GMT
An MIT-led team used bright radio bursts to illuminate a vast source of matter that was previously unaccounted for.
 
MIT honors employees with 2026 Excellence Awards, Collier Medal, and Staff Award for Distinction in Service - MIT Tue, 21 Jul 2026 12:00:00 GMT
The MIT community celebrated the talent, dedication, and impact of its staff.
 
Engineering Design Studio hosts alumni on their fifth, 10th … and 55th reunions - MIT Tue, 21 Jul 2026 12:00:00 GMT
A recent reunion activity, taught by EECS Senior Lecturer Gim Hom, doubled as both his “last class” and a chance to reconnect with classmates.
 
Emery Brown, Daniel Hastings, and Douglas Lauffenburger named Institute Professors - MIT Mon, 20 Jul 2026 17:00:00 GMT
Longtime professors and experts in the fields of anesthesiology, aerospace engineering, and biological engineering, respectively, receive MIT’s highest faculty honor.
 
School of Humanities, Arts, and Social Sciences welcomes six new faculty for 2026 - MIT Fri, 17 Jul 2026 17:45:00 GMT
New professors join the Comparative Media Studies/Writing, Economics, Linguistics, and Music and Theater Arts departments.
 
How an influx of salt may affect microbial ecosystems - MIT Fri, 17 Jul 2026 09:00:00 GMT
As sea levels rise and saltwater seeps into freshwater, stressed aquatic populations may retain overall growth even as diversity declines, MIT scientists find.
 
Diana Grass: Listening to the body’s language - MIT Fri, 17 Jul 2026 04:00:00 GMT
The PhD candidate builds soft bioelectronic technologies to decode signals between the brain and the rest of the body.
 
For energy systems that power a reliable grid, the future is all about location - MIT Thu, 16 Jul 2026 09:00:00 GMT
MIT researchers find that where new energy projects are built could be key to avoiding blackouts in a future with hotter weather and other challenges.
 
A better way to turn 2D designs into 3D models for rapid prototyping - MIT Thu, 16 Jul 2026 04:00:00 GMT
Researchers developed an automated framework that helps AI models generate CAD programs more accurately and efficiently.
 
MIT Professor Susumu Tonegawa, renowned molecular biologist and Nobel laureate, dies at 86 - MIT Wed, 15 Jul 2026 19:00:00 GMT
Tonegawa made landmark discoveries about how the immune system generates antibody diversity and how the brain forms memories.
 
Ketogenic diets may increase cancer risk in the small intestine - MIT Wed, 15 Jul 2026 15:00:00 GMT
MIT researchers have found that a ketogenic high-fat, low-carbohydrate diet fuels the growth of intestinal tumors.
 
Three MIT Press journals lead their fields with Clarivate No. 1 rankings - MIT Tue, 14 Jul 2026 19:55:00 GMT
Computational Linguistics, International Security, and The Review of Economics and Statistics lead their disciplines with 2026 Clarivate impact factors.
 
I’ve Tried These College Dorm Devices At Home. Here’s What I Recommend - CNET Tue, 14 Jul 2026 14:00:53 GMT
Dorms deserve these smart upgrades for lights, security, sound and more.
 
MIT engineers find a precise way to grow artificial blood vessels - MIT Tue, 14 Jul 2026 04:00:00 GMT
Gently stretching and pulling a “blood vessel on a chip” encourages controlled sprouting of new vessels, for possible use in artificial tissues or organs.
 
Tiny infrared chip could improve detection of gases and heat - MIT Mon, 13 Jul 2026 04:00:00 GMT
The tunable device controls mid-infrared light for more precise thermal imaging, chemical sensing, or pollution monitoring.
 
New method aims to keep kids safe from illegal AI-generated content - MIT Mon, 13 Jul 2026 04:00:00 GMT
Researchers developed an auditing technique to test generative AI models for malicious capabilities, without prompting them for illegal outputs.
 
A Lucky Few Will See a Rare Sight During the Upcoming Solar Eclipse - CNET Mon, 22 Jun 2026 16:52:43 GMT
The only thing cooler than an eclipse or a sunset? When both happen at once.
 
Your Home Needs These 8 Headache-Free Privacy Boosts - CNET Thu, 09 Apr 2026 10:01:05 GMT
Protect your privacy, identity and loved ones with these important home safety steps I’ve tested for the modern world.
 
T-Mobile vs. Verizon: Which Major Phone Carrier Works Best for You? - CNET Fri, 13 Feb 2026 12:01:12 GMT
It’s time to compare what two of the biggest carriers offer in their mobile phone plans.
 
Stop Wasting Food and Start Saving Money With These Apps - CNET Thu, 11 Sep 2025 11:00:06 GMT
If you’re tired of wasting food and want money back into your pocket, these are the apps you’ll want to download.
 
10 Puzzle Games to Try Now if You Love Wordle - CNET Fri, 21 Jan 2022 12:00:02 GMT
You can play some of these games as many times as you want in a day, no waiting required.