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Motorola Coupon Code for September 2026 - Wired Sat, 29 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Upgrade your smartphone for less with the latest Motorola promo codes, free shipping offers, and exclusive seasonal discounts.
 
Meituan reports Q2 revenue up 14.4% YoY to $15.62B and adjusted net profit of $372M, ending a three-quarter losing streak as the food delivery price war cooled (Ben Jiang/South China Morning Post) - Techmeme Sat, 29 Aug 2026 04:55:01 GMT

Ben Jiang / South China Morning Post:
Meituan reports Q2 revenue up 14.4% YoY to $15.62B and adjusted net profit of $372M, ending a three-quarter losing streak as the food delivery price war cooled — Revenue for the quarter rose 14.4 per cent year on year to 105 billion yuan, beating the consensus estimate of 101 billion yuan.
 
Jio Platforms, which owns India's largest carrier and counts Meta and Google as investors, gets regulatory approval to float India's largest-ever IPO of ~$4B (Vallari Sanzgiri/The Hindu BusinessLine) - Techmeme Sat, 29 Aug 2026 04:45:01 GMT

Vallari Sanzgiri / The Hindu BusinessLine:
Jio Platforms, which owns India's largest carrier and counts Meta and Google as investors, gets regulatory approval to float India's largest-ever IPO of ~$4B — Debt repayment, strong cash flows underpin investor optimism around Jio IPO — Reliance Industries' digital arm Jio Platforms …

 
CXMT sues the Pentagon over its Chinese military company designation, saying it isn't affiliated with the Chinese military and its chips aren't for military use (Reuters) - Techmeme Sat, 29 Aug 2026 02:20:01 GMT

Reuters:
CXMT sues the Pentagon over its Chinese military company designation, saying it isn't affiliated with the Chinese military and its chips aren't for military use — China's top memory chipmaker, ChangXin Memory Technologies (688825.SS), sued the Pentagon on Friday over being placed on a list …

 
Apple implements price hikes for its TV streaming service and 'One' subscription bundle - Fox Business - Google Sat, 29 Aug 2026 02:09:00 GMT
  1. Apple implements price hikes for its TV streaming service and 'One' subscription bundle Fox Business
  2. Apple TV Hikes Price of Streaming Service in U.S. Effective Immediately Variety
  3. Apple hikes subscription prices for Apple TV and Apple One in the U.S. CNBC
  4. Apple TV Hikes Prices as Streaming Inflation Continues The Hollywood Reporter
  5. Apple TV now costs $14.99 a month after its fourth price hike in four years The Verge
 
OpenAI says it plans to stop providing its models to Cursor from November 12, as "we cannot be confident that SpaceX will use our technology within our ToS" (OpenAI) - Techmeme Sat, 29 Aug 2026 02:01:42 GMT

OpenAI:
OpenAI says it plans to stop providing its models to Cursor from November 12, as “we cannot be confident that SpaceX will use our technology within our ToS” — Today, we notified SpaceX that we intend to wind down our contract providing OpenAI models to Cursor, with a proposed shutoff date of November 12, 2026.
 
This Library Needs to Be At Least… Three Times Bigger - Hack a Day Sat, 29 Aug 2026 02:00:58 GMT
Many of us have noted a tremendous price increase in many computer components for some mysterious reason. Whatever this cause is will be debated among the various modern philosophers and …read more
 
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott orders state agencies to pause funding for Flock cameras; an investigation found an agency allocating $30M+ to build Texas' Flock network (Ayden Runnels/The Texas Tribune) - Techmeme Sat, 29 Aug 2026 00:55:01 GMT

Ayden Runnels / The Texas Tribune:
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott orders state agencies to pause funding for Flock cameras; an investigation found an agency allocating $30M+ to build Texas' Flock network — The order came as The Texas Tribune was preparing to publish an investigation detailing how a state agency has devoted …

 
Metriport, whose tools help doctors retrieve patient data, raised $26M in Series A and seed funding led by Matrix GP TJ Parker, taking its total raise to $28.4M (Ngai Yeung/Endpoints News) - Techmeme Sat, 29 Aug 2026 00:40:01 GMT

Ngai Yeung / Endpoints News:
Metriport, whose tools help doctors retrieve patient data, raised $26M in Series A and seed funding led by Matrix GP TJ Parker, taking its total raise to $28.4M — Matrix led the Series A round, with additional ... Sign up to read this article for free.
 
Z.ai releases GLM-5.3's weights under a new license requiring companies with $10B+ in revenue over 12 months to pass Z.ai's security review to host the model (Frederic Lardinois/The New Stack) - Techmeme Fri, 28 Aug 2026 23:20:01 GMT

Frederic Lardinois / The New Stack:
Z.ai releases GLM-5.3's weights under a new license requiring companies with $10B+ in revenue over 12 months to pass Z.ai's security review to host the model — Z.ai put the GLM-5.3 weights on Hugging Face, but dropped the MIT license. Providers above $10 billion in revenue now need a security review.
 
Shares of French quantum computing company Pasqal closed up 95% in their Nasdaq debut on Friday following a merger with a SPAC (Emily Forgash/Bloomberg) - Techmeme Fri, 28 Aug 2026 23:15:01 GMT

Emily Forgash / Bloomberg:
Shares of French quantum computing company Pasqal closed up 95% in their Nasdaq debut on Friday following a merger with a SPAC — Pasqal Holding SA soared in its first day of trading after the quantum computing company went public in New York via a merger with a blank-check firm …

 
Reviving an SD Card With Shorted Capacitors - Hack a Day Fri, 28 Aug 2026 23:00:13 GMT
A nice thing about SD cards is that even in their non-micro format they are conveniently small. This is however a bit of a problem when an SD card stops …read more
 
How to use your old Android phone as a Wi-Fi extender - Engadget Fri, 28 Aug 2026 23:00:00 GMT
If your Wi-Fi signal is patchy at the far reaches of your house, this simple solution might be worth a try. Even better? It's completely free.
 
An appeals court rules states can regulate prediction markets, finding Kalshi's sports event contracts are bets, not swaps, and subject to state gambling laws (Lauren McCarthy/New York Times) - Techmeme Fri, 28 Aug 2026 22:50:01 GMT

Lauren McCarthy / New York Times:
An appeals court rules states can regulate prediction markets, finding Kalshi's sports event contracts are bets, not swaps, and subject to state gambling laws — The outcome contradicted an earlier appeals court decision. Federal regulators said the split rulings called for resolution by the Supreme Court.
 
A deep dive into Grok Bot, including its architecture, use cases, and alternatives, as xAI adds shareable bot templates and online purchases through Stripe Link (Flavio Copes) - Techmeme Fri, 28 Aug 2026 22:40:03 GMT

Flavio Copes:
A deep dive into Grok Bot, including its architecture, use cases, and alternatives, as xAI adds shareable bot templates and online purchases through Stripe Link — A detailed Grok Bot guide covering setup, persistent computers, skills, routines, templates, approvals, real use cases, limits, pricing, and alternatives.
 
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang Took a Call From Donald Trump in the Middle of an All-Hands - Wired Fri, 28 Aug 2026 22:29:13 GMT
The unexpected interruption came hours before the president wrote a congratulatory post on Truth Social about the company’s most recent earnings report.
 
Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves is free to play for the weekend though only on one platform, Standard Edition on sale for just $10 - EventHubs - Google Fri, 28 Aug 2026 22:29:02 GMT
  1. Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves is free to play for the weekend though only on one platform, Standard Edition on sale for just $10 EventHubs
  2. Free Play Days – Call of Duty Modern Warfare 4 Open Beta, Control Ultimate Edition, Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves, and More XBOX Wire
  3. Free Play Days: Try These Xbox Games For Free (August 27-30) Pure Xbox
  4. Xbox gamers can play five new games for free including AAA hit GAMINGbible
  5. Control, MW4 beta, and more join Xbox Free Play Days Neowin
 
AT&T Sues Charter Over ‘Fiber’ Internet  - CNET Fri, 28 Aug 2026 22:25:19 GMT
Two of the country’s largest internet service providers are going to court over the use of the word “fiber” in advertising.
 
Court rules Kalshi sports bets aren't "swaps," just gambling with a different name - ArsTechnica Fri, 28 Aug 2026 22:14:52 GMT
Kalshi can't evade Nevada gambling laws by calling bets "swaps," judges rule.
 
20+ things you may have missed in the GTA 6 extended look - Engadget Fri, 28 Aug 2026 22:08:08 GMT
The GTA VI extended-look trailer is full of clues, if you know where to look.
 
20+ Things You May Have Missed In The GTA 6 Extended Look - Engadget - Google Fri, 28 Aug 2026 22:08:08 GMT
  1. 20+ Things You May Have Missed In The GTA 6 Extended Look Engadget
  2. Grand Theft Auto VI Has a New Trailer and Grand Ambitions The New York Times
  3. GTA VI Will Finally Let You Role Play in Traffic, Blinkers and All Car and Driver
  4. Netflix’s ‘Grand Theft Auto’ Peek Draws Traffic for Influencers Bloomberg.com
  5. 'Grand Theft Auto 6' preview signals blockbuster demand, analysts say CNBC
 
Xbox CEO calls Project Helix a ‘family of devices’ - The Verge - Google Fri, 28 Aug 2026 22:03:13 GMT
  1. Xbox CEO calls Project Helix a ‘family of devices’ The Verge
  2. Your Discs. Now Also Digital. XBOX Wire
  3. Xbox boss 'thinking about affordability' of next-gen console BBC
  4. Xbox's disc-to-digital program goes live for Insiders on Monday — Here's how it works Windows Central
  5. Xbox CEO Asha Sharma once again stresses Xbox's need for affordability Game Developer
 
What you need to build your own retro arcade cabinet - Engadget Fri, 28 Aug 2026 22:00:00 GMT
There are few things cooler to add to a gaming space than a retro arcade cabinet. But should you buy one or build one?
 
Android 17 QPR2 Beta 4 rolling out with many Pixel bug fixes - 9to5Google - Google Fri, 28 Aug 2026 21:53:00 GMT
  1. Android 17 QPR2 Beta 4 rolling out with many Pixel bug fixes 9to5Google
  2. Here’s everything new in Android 17 QPR2 Beta 4 [Gallery] 9to5Google
  3. New Android 17 Update Adds Notification Intelligence to Your Pixel Droid Life
  4. Google rounds the week out with Android 17 QPR2 Beta 4 for Pixel testers Android Authority
  5. Google Pixel Gets Android 17 QPR2 Beta 4 jetstream.blog
 
26 GTA 6 Screenshot Comparisons Showing How Much Things Have Changed Since Vice City - Kotaku - Google Fri, 28 Aug 2026 21:36:23 GMT
  1. 26 GTA 6 Screenshot Comparisons Showing How Much Things Have Changed Since Vice City Kotaku
  2. A familiar bridge from Vice City returns in an updated form in Grand Theft Auto VI. GameGPU
  3. Revisiting Rockstar’s 2002 hit GTA Vice City ahead of the much anticipated GTA VI EnterpriseAM
 
Cities terminate Flock contracts at record pace in August - ArsTechnica Fri, 28 Aug 2026 21:33:54 GMT
Cancellations have accelerated.
 
"RFK Jr. has lied to the Senate": Lawmakers call for criminal probe, ouster - ArsTechnica Fri, 28 Aug 2026 21:17:38 GMT
RFK Jr. went to Samoa to spread vaccine fears. The measles outbreak after killed 83.
 
Meta intensifies its pressure campaign on TikTok and YouTube, running full-page ads in US newspapers demanding they adopt comparable teen safety protections (Alexandra S. Levine/Bloomberg) - Techmeme Fri, 28 Aug 2026 20:55:01 GMT

Alexandra S. Levine / Bloomberg:
Meta intensifies its pressure campaign on TikTok and YouTube, running full-page ads in US newspapers demanding they adopt comparable teen safety protections — Meta Platforms Inc. is intensifying its public pressure campaign on TikTok and YouTube, running full-page advertisements …

 
How an MIT graduate student helped a team of young scientists test their experiment at CERN - MIT Fri, 28 Aug 2026 20:35:00 GMT
Physics PhD student Manu Srivastava helped high school students in India develop a test that could contribute to one of the world’s largest neutrino experiments.
 
How MIT Sandbox has turned student ideas into $8.7 billion in global impact - MIT Fri, 28 Aug 2026 20:15:00 GMT
Through a decade of non-dilutive funding, hands-on mentorship, and a safe space to fail fast, the MIT Sandbox Innovation Fund Program has helped students translate curiosity into real-world impact.
 
DOOM Played on Series of 555 Timers - Hack a Day Fri, 28 Aug 2026 20:00:09 GMT
It’s technically true that any piece of software can be reproduced in hardware, although modern software’s size and complexity generally makes this a non-starter. But if we go far enough …read more
 
The Crazy Taxi Remake Revives the Dreamcast Era’s Zany Energy - CNET Fri, 28 Aug 2026 19:59:44 GMT
Crazy Taxi: World Tour brings back memories of a time when all a game needed was an unhinged premise and gameplay to match.
 
Modders get an experimental version of Nvidia's DLSS 5 Neural Rendering library running in over a dozen games after it leaked in NBA 2K27's early access build (VideoCardz.com) - Techmeme Fri, 28 Aug 2026 19:55:04 GMT

VideoCardz.com:
Modders get an experimental version of Nvidia's DLSS 5 Neural Rendering library running in over a dozen games after it leaked in NBA 2K27's early access build — DLSS 5 mod spreads to Cyberpunk 2077, RDR2, TLOU2, Wukong and more — It took modders only hours to get the leaked NVIDIA DLSS …

 
Milo Yiannopoulos Detained by ICE in Louisiana - Wired Fri, 28 Aug 2026 19:44:11 GMT
The longtime far-right operator and troll, a UK citizen, is being held in ICE custody pending his removal from the United States.
 
For The First Time In 25+ Years, GTA 6 Will Make Stealing Cars Hard - Kotaku - Google Fri, 28 Aug 2026 19:31:12 GMT
  1. For The First Time In 25+ Years, GTA 6 Will Make Stealing Cars Hard Kotaku
  2. In GTA 6 You’re Not Just Wanted, You’re Hunted IGN
  3. You Won't Be Able To Hot-Wire Every Car In GTA 6 Engadget
  4. GTA 6 Gets Series First Feature To Let You Avoid Killing People Kotaku
  5. GTA 6's New Reputation System Changes Everything About Playing the Game Polygon.com
 
Eyes Up, Stargazers! Here’s What You Can See in September Night Skies - CNET Fri, 28 Aug 2026 19:30:07 GMT
September brings dazzling planets, a harvest moon and the official shift to autumn.
 
Steve Jobs' 8th Grade Science Project Sells for $34,375 - MacRumors - Google Fri, 28 Aug 2026 19:24:32 GMT
  1. Steve Jobs' 8th Grade Science Project Sells for $34,375 MacRumors
  2. Steve Jobs’ 1968 science fair project fetches $34,375 at auction 9to5Mac
  3. Steve Jobs' 8th-grade science fair project sold for over $34,000 AppleInsider
  4. Steve Jobs told his stepbrother to keep his old stuff. Good call! Boing Boing
  5. You won’t believe what someone paid for Steve Jobs’ eighth-grade science project cultofmac.com
 
Early leak of NVIDIA's DLSS 5 has an uncanny valley problem - Engadget Fri, 28 Aug 2026 19:20:33 GMT
People are grafting a pre-release version of DLSS 5 onto their favorite games with unspectacular results.
 
Tech Companies Call for Improved Cyber Defenses After AI-Enabled Attacks - CNET Fri, 28 Aug 2026 19:06:32 GMT
More than 100 companies signed onto an open letter calling for more urgency in fixing bugs and shoring up cybersecurity.
 
Owner, which makes AI agents that manage restaurants' websites, marketing, and other functions, raised a $240M Series D at a $2.3B valuation (Joe Guszkowski/Restaurant Business) - Techmeme Fri, 28 Aug 2026 19:05:01 GMT

Joe Guszkowski / Restaurant Business:
Owner, which makes AI agents that manage restaurants' websites, marketing, and other functions, raised a $240M Series D at a $2.3B valuation — The funding, led by Goldman Sachs Alternatives, will help Owner develop AI agents for independent restaurants. — Rob Lehman (Owner president and COO) …

 
HP strikes deal with blacklisted Huawei to license essential Wi-Fi patents - TechSpot Fri, 28 Aug 2026 19:02:00 GMT

HP Inc. recently announced a new patent deal with Huawei, a company that is unable to sell or import products in the US after being banned by the FCC. The agreement is essential for keeping the US company in the technology business, but HP felt compelled to provide an official...

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Casting Engine Parts from 3D Prints - Hack a Day Fri, 28 Aug 2026 18:30:21 GMT
After building a couple of internal combustion engines by milling billet aluminium stock and cringing at the absolute waste of material this created, [Camden Bowen] figured he’d give casting metal …read more
 
Sources: AI cloud computing provider Lambda raised ~$1B of private short-dated debt to finance the purchase of Nvidia GPUs, which will be leased by Microsoft (Emily Graffeo/Bloomberg) - Techmeme Fri, 28 Aug 2026 18:30:01 GMT

Emily Graffeo / Bloomberg:
Sources: AI cloud computing provider Lambda raised ~$1B of private short-dated debt to finance the purchase of Nvidia GPUs, which will be leased by Microsoft — Lambda Inc., an AI cloud-computing provider backed by Nvidia Corp., has raised about $1 billion of private short-dated debt …

 
How long is a new Fire TV Stick actually supposed to last? - Engadget Fri, 28 Aug 2026 18:30:00 GMT
Fire TV Sticks can last for years, but how many? Here's how to know when support ends for your device and when to upgrade.
 
Game Developers Devastated By Gamescom Laptop Theft Spree - Aftermath - Google Fri, 28 Aug 2026 18:29:15 GMT
  1. Game Developers Devastated By Gamescom Laptop Theft Spree Aftermath
  2. CD Projekt Red Offers To Help Gamescom Theft Victim As Industry Shows Its Support GameSpot
  3. Experts Call GTA VI One of the Most Impressive Graphics Demos of All Time ixbt.games
  4. Indie Dev Releases Tearful Message After Multiple Laptops Are Stolen At Gamescom [Updated] Kotaku
  5. Gamescom Security Under Question Following Multiple Equipment Robberies DualShockers
 
Microsoft Teams Has Become a Haven for Scammers in China - Wired Fri, 28 Aug 2026 18:23:17 GMT
Fraudsters are exploiting enterprise chat apps like Teams and Webex to trick Chinese victims into transferring large sums of money, fueling a wave of complaints.
 
Star Citizen spinoff Squadron 42 delayed to Q2 2027 to avoid GTA 6 - TechSpot Fri, 28 Aug 2026 18:16:00 GMT

In a message posted on the official Roberts Space Industries website, game director Chris Roberts said the decision is intended to avoid competing with GTA 6, which is scheduled to launch this November on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S after an extended development cycle and multiple delays over the...

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Trump blacklisting of "woke" Anthropic deemed illegal by federal judge - ArsTechnica Fri, 28 Aug 2026 18:07:55 GMT
Anthropic refused to support lethal autonomous warfare and mass surveillance.
 
What's the difference between Dolby Atmos and lossless audio? - Engadget Fri, 28 Aug 2026 18:00:00 GMT
If you're seeing these labels in your music apps and wondering what they do, let this article walk you through how they work.
 
ER doctors say popular hair accessory is a death trap: ‘They get embedded in your skull’ - New York Post - Google Fri, 28 Aug 2026 17:57:00 GMT
ER doctors say popular hair accessory is a death trap: ‘They get embedded in your skull’ New York Post
 
There's a new Twitter in town, even though a judge has yet to rule on a trademark injunction - Engadget Fri, 28 Aug 2026 17:54:50 GMT
"The public square is open again, and definitely not affiliated with X in any way."
 
Samsung Galaxy S26 series receives seventh One UI 9 beta with Galaxy Z Fold8 series' features - GSMArena.com news - GSMArena.com - Google Fri, 28 Aug 2026 17:47:02 GMT
  1. Samsung Galaxy S26 series receives seventh One UI 9 beta with Galaxy Z Fold8 series' features - GSMArena.com news GSMArena.com
  2. Samsung Announces One UI 9 Beta Feature Update for Galaxy S26 series Samsung Global Newsroom
  3. Galaxy S26 gets Fold 8 features in latest Android 17 beta 9to5Google
  4. Galaxy S26's latest beta update makes Bixby much easier to use Android Authority
  5. The Galaxy S26 series just unlocked three features Samsung kept on its foldables PhoneArena
 
Here's what we know about the "space academy" Trump just announced - ArsTechnica Fri, 28 Aug 2026 17:36:30 GMT
"It's called the US Space Academy. That's a big deal."
 
Samsung's new portable SSDs are blazing fast over USB4, but will torch your wallet - TechSpot Fri, 28 Aug 2026 17:28:00 GMT

Samsung unveiled the company's new offering for portable storage enthusiasts at Gamescom 2026 in Germany. The "P" Series of external SSDs uses USB4 connectivity to raise the performance bar considerably while offering some truly spacious units for both professional and consumer use.

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Unlike internet's one-dimensional, flat-fee growth, AI grows across two exponentials, user penetration and tokens per user, allowing AI labs' economics to work (Fin/@fi56622380) - Techmeme Fri, 28 Aug 2026 17:25:01 GMT

Fin / @fi56622380:
Unlike internet's one-dimensional, flat-fee growth, AI grows across two exponentials, user penetration and tokens per user, allowing AI labs' economics to work — The next ARR growth engine after coding, the AI infra bubble, the Economics of open vs. closed source model Why is the AI semi buildout longer than the internet buildout?
 
Apple One and Apple TV subscription prices increase by up to 20 percent - ArsTechnica Fri, 28 Aug 2026 17:23:53 GMT
Annual Apple TV subscriptions get the biggest bump.
 
Mice, a Caved-In Ceiling, and Cloudy Water: The GSA’s New Office Is Falling Apart - Wired Fri, 28 Aug 2026 17:14:19 GMT
“Do we need to look at the ceiling before going to the bathroom? Can we actually trust the water is safe to drink?” asks one GSA worker.
 
Here’s Your New Trade-in Values Towards the Pixel 11 Series - Droid Life - Google Fri, 28 Aug 2026 17:01:13 GMT
  1. Here’s Your New Trade-in Values Towards the Pixel 11 Series Droid Life
  2. You can officially buy the Pixel 11 phones and Pixel Watch 5. blog.google
  3. The Google Pixel 11 Pro Still Has the Best Display for Gaming, but Other Troubles Emerge CNET
  4. Google Pixel 11 review: Slimmed down, but not much else has changed Mashable
  5. Pixel 11 Pro XL Beats iPhone 17 Pro Video, But Not Out Of The Box Forbes
 
Data center backlash isn't about AI, it's about who pays the bills (and the noise) - TechSpot Fri, 28 Aug 2026 16:45:00 GMT

Researcher Andy Masley reviewed polling data on the backlash and concluded that its main drivers are not simply distrust of Big Tech, skepticism about AI, or concerns about China. Instead, he found that people are responding to "object-level local environmental and economic harms" associated with proposed projects.

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Our 10 favorite scenes from T2: Judgment Day - ArsTechnica Fri, 28 Aug 2026 16:44:47 GMT
James Cameron's 1991 sci-fi blockbuster returns to theaters this weekend for its 35th anniversary.
 
Will Map Apps Rename Lake Ontario After Trump’s Order? It’s Too Soon to Say - CNET Fri, 28 Aug 2026 16:35:23 GMT
The Great Lake’s name could change on your map app depending on what side of the US-Canada border you’re on.
 
Panasonic Lumix L10 review: A stylish and capable compact camera - Engadget Fri, 28 Aug 2026 16:30:00 GMT
The LX100 II successor offers good speed and image quality at a fairly high price.
 
Affinity is a free creative suite for photo editing, vector design, and page layout - TechSpot Fri, 28 Aug 2026 16:27:00 GMT
Affinity combines professional photo editing, vector graphics, and publishing tools in one free app for Windows and macOS. Owned by Canva, it supports formats such as PSD, AI, PDF, SVG, and IDML, and is also featured in our Essential Apps selection.
 
DLSS 5 leaked and modders are putting Nvidia’s AI effects on everything - The Verge - Google Fri, 28 Aug 2026 16:22:16 GMT
  1. DLSS 5 leaked and modders are putting Nvidia’s AI effects on everything The Verge
  2. DLSS 5 Gets Modded Into Skyrim With Dramatic Changes to Lighting and Character Faces TechPowerUp
  3. Nvidia DLSS 5 Has Leaked, And It's Even Worse Than You Think bgr.com
  4. Modder Makes NVIDIA DLSS 5 Neural Rendering Work On GeForce RTX 40 Series Through A Simple CUDA Binaries Swap Wccftech
  5. Modders get leaked DLSS 5 running in Control — early Blackwell test drops RTX 5070 Ti from 71 to 35 FPS at 4K Tom's Hardware
 
Android 17 Adds OS-Wide ECH to Hide Website Visits From Network Providers - The Hacker News - Google Fri, 28 Aug 2026 16:20:00 GMT
  1. Android 17 Adds OS-Wide ECH to Hide Website Visits From Network Providers The Hacker News
  2. 4 new ways Android is protecting your network connections blog.google
  3. Google Deploys Support For Encrypted Client Hello On Android 17 Engadget
  4. Android 17 boosts network security by hiding domain names, lets carriers disable 2G 9to5Google
  5. Google Adds Fake Base Station Blocking Security Features to Android 17 finance.biggo.com
 
Xbox Anniversary Consoles Sell for Thousands on eBay as Scalpers Cash In on X25 - IGN - Google Fri, 28 Aug 2026 16:13:08 GMT
  1. Xbox Anniversary Consoles Sell for Thousands on eBay as Scalpers Cash In on X25 IGN
  2. Pre-orders Begin Today for the XBOX 25th Anniversary Collection XBOX Wire
  3. The Xbox Series X25 Is Now Available To Pre-Order, And Here's Where You Can Buy It Pure Xbox
  4. Microsoft’s 25th anniversary Xbox will cost $899 The Verge
  5. Xbox 25th Anniversary Collection Turns Its Hardware History Transparent Again stupidDOPE
 
Fall gear alert: The North Face has rain jackets, hoodies and more up to 48% off, but not for long - NBC News - Google Fri, 28 Aug 2026 16:05:01 GMT
  1. Fall gear alert: The North Face has rain jackets, hoodies and more up to 48% off, but not for long NBC News
  2. The North Face’s Ultra-Cozy Yumiori Fleece Jacket Is 50% Off at REI Men's Journal
  3. The North Face has new markdowns on a ton of cold-weather gear - Get up to 30% off Syracuse.com
  4. The North Face has jackets on sale starting at $32 ahead of fall weather MassLive.com
 
Microsoft-backed AI data center has been accused of violating federal law - Engadget Fri, 28 Aug 2026 16:03:34 GMT
It's allegedly been running dozens of gigantic generators without a permit.
 
Hackaday Podcast Episode 384: OCR MOD Records, Magical PCBs, and the Gravity of Space Stations - Hack a Day Fri, 28 Aug 2026 16:00:48 GMT
What did Hackaday editors Elliot Williams and Al Williams read in Hackaday last week? Probably everything, but you can tune in and hear about their favorites on this week’s podcast. …read more
 
Elden Ring Tarnished Edition New Content Locations: All New Weapons, Armour Sets, NPC Invasions & Horse Armour - Nintendo Life - Google Fri, 28 Aug 2026 15:51:33 GMT
  1. Elden Ring Tarnished Edition New Content Locations: All New Weapons, Armour Sets, NPC Invasions & Horse Armour Nintendo Life
  2. Elden Ring – Patch Notes Version 1.17 Bandai Namco Europe
  3. The path to becoming Elden Lord begins today! Nintendo
  4. Elden Ring: Tarnished Edition Review Hits 91 on Switch 2 [2026] tech-insider.org
  5. Surprise Elden Ring Patch Notes Reveal Buffs and a Few Nerfs in Biggest Update in Years IGN
 
Meta Keeps Trying to Fix Glasses Privacy Concerns With New Update - CNET Fri, 28 Aug 2026 15:44:54 GMT
Another update for Meta glasses aims to shut down recording when the light’s off, and an ad campaign is trying to address the pervert concerns.
 
Meta makes AI glasses slightly less creepy with limit on nonconsensual recording - ArsTechnica Fri, 28 Aug 2026 15:42:24 GMT
Meta fixes AI glasses to stop recording any time users cover up the safety light.
 
Building a Headless Game Boy Emulator - Hack a Day Fri, 28 Aug 2026 15:30:12 GMT
[Artificial-Age] has built a rather unique way to play old Game Boy games. It’s an emulator, but it doesn’t work in quite the way you might think! Since the Game …read more
 
How to make your Android alarm ring at full volume even when your calls are muted - Engadget Fri, 28 Aug 2026 15:30:00 GMT
Your phone should be able to still sound your morning alarm when it's in silent mode. If it's not, here are some settings to check.
 
It's not clear when iPhone 18 Pro and folding iPhone preorders will start - AppleInsider - Google Fri, 28 Aug 2026 15:19:00 GMT
  1. It's not clear when iPhone 18 Pro and folding iPhone preorders will start AppleInsider
  2. Apple to Hold Sept. 9 Foldable iPhone Launch to Start Ternus Era Bloomberg.com
  3. ‘Surprise and shine’: Apple to hold first major iPhone launch under new CEO next month CNN
  4. Four advantages iPhone 18 Pro will have over the iPhone Ultra 9to5Mac
  5. Apple Isn’t Following Its Typical Playbook for the September iPhone Event CNET
 
AI Has Human Doctors Asking: What’s Left for Us? - Wired Fri, 28 Aug 2026 15:00:00 GMT
A recent paper argues that AI is often better at doctoring than doctors. Guess who isn't thrilled.
 
Judge strikes down Anthropic blacklist, says government retaliated over Pentagon criticism - TechSpot Fri, 28 Aug 2026 14:59:00 GMT

US District Judge Rita F. Lin ruled late Thursday that the government failed to show Anthropic posed a national-security threat. Instead, she found that officials acted against the company after it publicly challenged the Pentagon's plans for using AI.

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Apple TV Now Costs More. Here’s What to Know - CNET Fri, 28 Aug 2026 14:42:46 GMT
A price hike has also hit Apple One, affecting subscribers in the US.
 
Dev Calls Steam Branding His Adventure Game Porn 'Humiliating' - Kotaku - Google Fri, 28 Aug 2026 14:40:45 GMT
  1. Dev Calls Steam Branding His Adventure Game Porn 'Humiliating' Kotaku
  2. "This has been the most humiliating and surreal experience in 20+ years of game making": Dev pleads with Valve as Steam brands his PEGI 12 game as pornography GamesRadar+
  3. Steam Pornography Label on Teen Game: Dev Pleads for Help tbreak.com
  4. Indie Developer Calls Valve a Monopolist and Criticizes Adult Content Moderation Policy ixbt.games
 
Price increases suddenly hit Apple TV and Apple One - Engadget Fri, 28 Aug 2026 14:37:58 GMT
You might have to pay a bit more to catch the end of the latest Ted Lasso season.
 
Footage of new Iron Man game from EA Motive appears to leak, showing blistering speed and freedom, as MIA superhero game finally reappears - Eurogamer.net - Google Fri, 28 Aug 2026 14:31:10 GMT
  1. Footage of new Iron Man game from EA Motive appears to leak, showing blistering speed and freedom, as MIA superhero game finally reappears Eurogamer.net
  2. Canceled Iron Man Game Footage Leaks Online, Showing Destructible Environments, Flying, and More IGN
  3. Iron Man's Official Return Looks Incredible in Leaked Footage Polygon.com
  4. EA's Iron Man Is Still Alive As New Trailer Showing Suits, Villains, And More Leaks Online OpenCritic
  5. Alleged EA Iron Man Gameplay Footage Leaks Inven Global
 
Developer auctions off sticker space on a MacBook he hasn't even bought yet, and it worked - TechSpot Fri, 28 Aug 2026 14:26:00 GMT

The developer here is Vincent, who posts on X as @VynseDev and works out of Bordeaux.

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Why do people get so weird about Grand Theft Auto? - A.V. Club - Google Fri, 28 Aug 2026 14:09:57 GMT
Why do people get so weird about Grand Theft Auto? A.V. Club
 
This Week in Security: Android Malware, VOIP Hijack, Signal Contact Discovery, and TeamPCP Arrests - Hack a Day Fri, 28 Aug 2026 14:00:14 GMT
On GitHub, [AyaanB] details buying a cheap Android TV streaming device, looking for, and finding, baked-in malware. Multiple warnings have been issued by the FBI and CISA regarding malware on …read more
 
The $700 Galaxy S26 FE brings Samsung's latest AI features to a cheaper phone with few hardware upgrades - TechSpot Fri, 28 Aug 2026 13:53:00 GMT

The price is $50 higher than the Galaxy S25 FE's starting price. Samsung has pointed to ongoing pressure on RAM supply, which has also contributed to price increases across other recent Galaxy devices.

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X says China used hundreds of bot accounts to amplify fears about AI data centers that many Americans already share - TechSpot Fri, 28 Aug 2026 13:21:00 GMT

X's Global Government Affairs writes that the 200 accounts were posting "in a manner that could manipulate a legitimate debate about American AI and energy policy."

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Rockstar says GTA 6 runs at 30 FPS, while it's reportedly unsure about a 60 FPS performance mode - Eurogamer.net - Google Fri, 28 Aug 2026 13:20:14 GMT
  1. Rockstar says GTA 6 runs at 30 FPS, while it's reportedly unsure about a 60 FPS performance mode Eurogamer.net
  2. Here's the Best Console to Buy for GTA 6, If You Don't Already Have One PCMag
  3. GTA 6 Sounds Like It Won't Be 60FPS At Launch Kotaku
  4. GTA 6 Confirmed to Run at 30 FPS, Rockstar Unsure About a 60 FPS Mode TechPowerUp
  5. GTA 6: With 30FPS Seemingly Confirmed, Is 60FPS Actually Realistic? Digital Foundry
 
The 2026 Midterms Are Coming. Political Deepfakes Are Already Here - CNET Fri, 28 Aug 2026 13:00:00 GMT
Remember that fake Joe Biden robocall? That likely won’t be the last AI deepfake we see during election season.
 
84 Switch 1 & 2 Games To Check Out In Nintendo's Blockbuster eShop Sale (US) - Nintendo Life - Google Fri, 28 Aug 2026 13:00:00 GMT
  1. 84 Switch 1 & 2 Games To Check Out In Nintendo's Blockbuster eShop Sale (US) Nintendo Life
  2. Blockbuster Sale: Save big on select digital games! Nintendo
  3. SEGA Publisher Sale Is Live On Steam GameDaily
  4. US: Blockbuster Sale is now live on Nintendo eShop My Nintendo News
  5. Save up to 90% on Spike Chunsoft Games During the Blockbuster Sale on Nintendo eShop August 27 to September 9, 2026 Spike Chunsoft
 
The pros and cons of flash memory - Engadget Fri, 28 Aug 2026 13:00:00 GMT
Flash memory is popular for lots of good reasons, but it's not without its faults. Will the market be moving on?
 
Pokémon Champions review: Peak monster battling - Engadget Fri, 28 Aug 2026 13:00:00 GMT
If you want to be the very best, Pokémon Champions is your new arena.
 
Apple's M6 Mac Mini Gets First Pre-Order Discounts at Amazon - MacRumors - Google Fri, 28 Aug 2026 12:50:17 GMT
  1. Apple's M6 Mac Mini Gets First Pre-Order Discounts at Amazon MacRumors
  2. Apple unveils a more powerful Mac mini featuring the all-new M6 and M5 Pro Apple
  3. Apple Skips M6 Pro to Rush AI-First M7, Baltra Chip [2026] tech-insider.org
  4. Apple Gears Up to Launch Its First New Mac Mini in Two Years Bloomberg.com
  5. Apple’s new desktop computers are designed specifically for local AI development Ars Technica
 
New US tariffs threaten to make PCs, game consoles, and data centers more expensive, again - TechSpot Fri, 28 Aug 2026 12:47:00 GMT

Sources told Politico that the US is considering a fresh round of tariffs on semiconductors, representing another attempt to boost domestic chip manufacturing. The tariffs threaten to raise the prices of numerous electronics, many of which are already impacted by memory shortages.

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Apple Isn’t Following Its Typical Playbook for the September iPhone Event - CNET Fri, 28 Aug 2026 12:16:00 GMT
Tim Cook is having a wild last week on the job.
 
Windows 10 users have just weeks left before Nvidia ends Game Ready driver updates - TechSpot Fri, 28 Aug 2026 12:03:00 GMT

The cutoff comes one year after Microsoft officially retired Windows 10 on October 14, 2025. Nvidia granted the aging operating system an extra 12 months of full Game Ready and Studio Driver coverage, allowing owners of supported GeForce cards to continue receiving optimizations for new games.

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The 31 Best Deals From the REI Labor Day Sale - Wired Fri, 28 Aug 2026 12:00:00 GMT
Labor Day already? Say it ain’t so. You can still chase summer a while longer with these great deals on outdoor gear at the REI Labor Day Sale.
 
The iPhone Air Is One of Apple’s Most Important Products, Even if It Wasn’t a Blockbuster - CNET Fri, 28 Aug 2026 12:00:00 GMT
Apple’s super-thin iPhone didn’t sell like crazy, but it helped set the stage for something bigger: the long-rumored foldable.
 
How to add an intro to Apple CarPlay using Shortcuts - Engadget Fri, 28 Aug 2026 12:00:00 GMT
If you want your car to greet you every morning, the Shortcuts app can make it happen.
 
Resonance: A Plague Tale Legacy's Game Director and Star on Why Sophia Is So Special and Why This Prequel Let the Team 'Get Some Fresh Air' | gamescom 2026 - IGN - Google Fri, 28 Aug 2026 11:53:05 GMT
  1. Resonance: A Plague Tale Legacy's Game Director and Star on Why Sophia Is So Special and Why This Prequel Let the Team 'Get Some Fresh Air' | gamescom 2026 IGN
  2. Resonance: A Plague Tale Legacy review – picture-postcard retelling of haunting Minoan myth | Games The Guardian
  3. Resonance: A Plague Tale Legacy Review: She’s Going To Be King Of Game Informer
  4. RX 9070 XT and RTX 5080 deliver stable 60 FPS in 4K Resonance A Plague Tale Legacy GameGPU
  5. Resonance: A Plague Tale Legacy Got Good Once I Could Finally Kick Dudes to Death Polygon.com
 
Best Laptops (2026): My Top Recommendations After Testing Hundreds - Wired Fri, 28 Aug 2026 11:39:00 GMT
I’ve been reviewing laptops for over a decade, and here's my advice on how to find the right laptop for you.
 
Authorities arrest 2 alleged members of prolific hacking group TeamPCP - ArsTechnica Fri, 28 Aug 2026 11:15:05 GMT
The group infected more than 1,000 organizations in a relentless supply-chain attack campaign.
 
An iPhone 17 Pro gets dropped from 100,000 feet and survives - TechSpot Fri, 28 Aug 2026 11:15:00 GMT

The companies launched the phone from Kiruna, Sweden, on June 24 using a high-altitude balloon, releasing it at 30,607 meters – more than three times the typical cruising altitude of a commercial airliner. There was no parachute or protective container around the device, no heating system during the flight, and...

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Star Citizen's Squadron 42 Delayed Yet Again To, Er, Avoid GTA 6 - Kotaku - Google Fri, 28 Aug 2026 11:14:46 GMT
  1. Star Citizen's Squadron 42 Delayed Yet Again To, Er, Avoid GTA 6 Kotaku
  2. Cloud Imperium delays Squadron 42 to 2027 – "There is no way I want to launch into the attention buzz saw of GTA 6" GamesIndustry.biz
  3. Squadron 42 Delayed to Q2 2027 To Avoid 'Attention Buzz Saw of GTA6' MMORPG.com
  4. To the Surprise of Absolutely No One, Chris Roberts Has Said That Squadron 42 Is Getting Delayed The FPS Review
  5. Henry Cavill Sci-Fi Thriller Officially Delayed To Avoid GTA 6 OpenCritic
 
Rocket Report: Europe splashes some cash on launch startups; Pallas-1 nears debut - ArsTechnica Fri, 28 Aug 2026 11:00:39 GMT
"From here on, Starlink missions out of Florida will fly on Starship."
 
The Funniest Posts From Women This Week (Aug. 22-28) - HuffPost - Google Fri, 28 Aug 2026 11:00:17 GMT
The Funniest Posts From Women This Week (Aug. 22-28) HuffPost
 
I replaced 13 apps with one Gemini feature; now my Android productivity is 10 times better - Android Police - Google Fri, 28 Aug 2026 11:00:10 GMT
  1. I replaced 13 apps with one Gemini feature; now my Android productivity is 10 times better Android Police
  2. I Let Google’s Personal Intelligence Access My Life—and It’s a Huge Help WSJ
  3. Google Gemini app walkthrough: Features and settings Mashable
  4. 🔧 How to use Gemini to find a plumber or book a doctor Komando.com
  5. 7 Gemini features that can save you hours — and most people overlook them Tom's Guide
 
He Scraped All of Their Art for AI. Now He’s Collaborating on a Tool to Help Them - Wired Fri, 28 Aug 2026 11:00:00 GMT
The art portfolio platform Cara, designed for creators who don’t want their work used to train AI, has been under assault by trolls seizing and publishing its data.
 
Inside Meta’s Push to Put Robots to Work in Data Centers - Wired Fri, 28 Aug 2026 10:56:22 GMT
The company is testing robots that can swap cables, reset servers, and take on other tasks performed by technicians, fueling concerns among some workers that their jobs could be at risk.
 
The Easiest Ways to Share Anything Between Android and iOS - Wired Fri, 28 Aug 2026 10:45:00 GMT
Transferring files and data across platforms is more straightforward than ever.
 
Grand Theft Auto VI could take you more than 80 hours to finish - Engadget Fri, 28 Aug 2026 10:38:19 GMT
PSA to friends and family of GTA fans: You'll probably rarely see them from November 19 onwards.
 
XGIMI Vibe One Battery-Powered Projector Review (2026) - Wired Fri, 28 Aug 2026 10:30:00 GMT
With the curtains closed and the power cable nearby, this affordable Full HD smart projector is a compact delight.
 
AI is driving an "expertise recession" as people increasingly question professional advice - TechSpot Fri, 28 Aug 2026 10:15:00 GMT

It used to be that most people would blindly accept the advice of professionals without questioning it. But new research by Use.AI shows how doctors, teachers, managers, and others are being challenged by AI.

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I Asked 100 Companies for My Data. I Got Deletion Notices Instead - Wired Fri, 28 Aug 2026 10:15:00 GMT
California residents have a legal right to access the data that companies collect about them. Actually exercising that right is a burdensome nightmare.
 
Metal Gear Solid Fan Community Makes Unexpected Appearance In Master Collection Vol. 2 Executable - Time Extension - Google Fri, 28 Aug 2026 10:00:00 GMT
  1. Metal Gear Solid Fan Community Makes Unexpected Appearance In Master Collection Vol. 2 Executable Time Extension
  2. Metal Gear Solid 4: Guns Of The Patriots | Super Replay Game Informer
  3. MGS Master Collection Vol. 2: 5-Platform Launch [2026] tech-insider.org
  4. The Nintendo ports of Metal Gear Solid 4 replace the iconic PS3 and PSP in-game consoles with generic variants Yahoo Tech
  5. Relive the Legend, METAL GEAR SOLID: MASTER COLLECTION Vol.2 Deploys Worldwide Today! KONAMI GROUP CORPORATION
 
The Witcher 3 Remastered details Nintendo Switch 2 frame rate and resolution, physical release teased, mouse controls supported, mods confirmed - Nintendo Everything - Google Fri, 28 Aug 2026 09:46:47 GMT
  1. The Witcher 3 Remastered details Nintendo Switch 2 frame rate and resolution, physical release teased, mouse controls supported, mods confirmed Nintendo Everything
  2. The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt — Remastered Announced, Songs of the Past Gets First Look CD PROJEKT RED Press Center
  3. CD PROJEKT RED teams up with Blizzard Entertainment Blizzard News
  4. The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt Remastered Bumps PC Minimum Hardware Requirements TechPowerUp
  5. The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt – Songs of the Past Preview: Coming Out Game Informer
 
‘Grand Theft Auto VI’ Release Is Going to Cause a Work Blackout - WSJ - Google Fri, 28 Aug 2026 09:30:00 GMT
‘Grand Theft Auto VI’ Release Is Going to Cause a Work Blackout WSJ
 
There Are So Many Conspiracy Theories About Dolly Parton and Vaccines - Wired Fri, 28 Aug 2026 09:30:00 GMT
Influential right-wing conspiracy theorists and MAGA-aligned pundits are falsely claiming that the Covid vaccine killed Dolly Parton, the vaccination advocate and philanthropist.
 
'We Just Have to Be Careful What We Pick': GTA 6 Won't Include Covid or Trump References That Could Become Dated, Rockstar Says - IGN - Google Fri, 28 Aug 2026 09:22:04 GMT
  1. 'We Just Have to Be Careful What We Pick': GTA 6 Won't Include Covid or Trump References That Could Become Dated, Rockstar Says IGN
  2. Rockstar has to 'be careful' about what GTA 6 picks to satirize because 'very specific political issues or memes will date fast' Yahoo
  3. Will GTA 6 Make Fun Of Trump? Rockstar Explains Why It Might Not Kotaku
  4. GTA 6 Won’t Joke About Covid or Trump, Rockstar Explains: ‘We Just Have to Be Careful What We Pick’ eGamers.io
  5. Trump has already ‘made an appearance’ in GTA VI (in his own way). However, the game’s developers are pretending he does not exist. Il Foglio
 
How an Atlanta Suburb Ended Up Sharing Flock Data With More Than 2,000 Organizations - Wired Fri, 28 Aug 2026 09:00:00 GMT
Alpharetta, Georgia, cops share data with thousands of Flock users, ranging from federal agencies to a fish and wildlife commission. The reasons why show how vast—and invasive—the network has become.
 
PaperCut Zero-Day Exploited in Attacks, Affecting All NG and MF Versions - The Hacker News - Google Fri, 28 Aug 2026 08:25:00 GMT
  1. PaperCut Zero-Day Exploited in Attacks, Affecting All NG and MF Versions The Hacker News
  2. Attackers Chain Two PaperCut Flaws to Execute Code Without Authentication The Hacker News
  3. PaperCut Releases Emergency Patch for Exploited Zero-Day SecurityWeek
  4. PaperCut targeted by hackers Printweek
  5. PaperCut releases second emergency patch for exploited flaws BleepingComputer
 
Stripe-led group is reportedly abandoning its PayPal acquisition - Engadget Fri, 28 Aug 2026 06:34:44 GMT
Stripe and buyout firm Advent are no longer pursuing their acquisition of PayPal as was reported earlier this month.
 
X claims it found a Chinese bot farm posting anti-AI data center sentiments - Engadget Fri, 28 Aug 2026 06:21:43 GMT
X found a bot farm in its investigation of inauthentic Chinese accounts. Out of 200,000 bots, 200 allegedly focused on posting against AI data centers.
 
30% VistaPrint Coupon & Promo Codes | September 2026 - Wired Fri, 28 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
From personalized gifts to business essentials, WIRED can help you save with our selection of VistaPrint promo codes.
 
Reebok Discount Code: Save 15%+ in September 2026 - Wired Fri, 28 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Score deep discounts on running shoes, athletic apparel, and classics with the latest verified Reebok promo codes, student discounts, and member-only savings.
 
Gametime Promo Code: Save on Tickets in September 2026 - Wired Fri, 28 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Grab last-minute seats for less with a verified Gametime discount code for up to 10% off, first-purchase coupons, and lowest price guarantee credits.
 
Uber Eats Promo Codes: $15 Off │September 2026 - Wired Fri, 28 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Hunger meets savings. Discover verified Uber Eats promo codes, new user offers, and Uber One discounts to slash your delivery fees and meal costs.
 
Hotels.com Coupon Codes for September 2026 - Wired Fri, 28 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Unlock significant savings on hotels, resorts, and getaways with our verified Hotels.com promo codes and gift card discounts. Plan your perfect trip today!
 
Maytag Promo Codes: 15% Off Appliances - Wired Fri, 28 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Upgrade your home for less with these verified Maytag discount codes, military savings, and limited-time closeout offers on washers, dryers, and more.
 
Chatbooks Promo Code: Save up to 40% on Photo Books in September 2026 - Wired Fri, 28 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Keep your memories alive without breaking the bank by using these top Chatbooks coupon codes and saving strategies.
 
Judge rules that the Pentagon's Anthropic ban was 'illegal and baseless' - Engadget Fri, 28 Aug 2026 04:43:23 GMT
'The empty invocation of national security is not a blank check to punish and retaliate against government critics.'
 
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.
 
A Judge Has Blocked the Pentagon’s Attempt to Blacklist Anthropic - Wired Fri, 28 Aug 2026 03:04:14 GMT
A federal judge has called the Department of Defense’s designation of Anthropic as a national security supply-chain risk “illegal and baseless.”
 
Modders got Nvidia's controversial DLSS 5 running early, and it's a huge performance hit - TechSpot Fri, 28 Aug 2026 02:41:00 GMT

Data miners discovered what appears to be a DLL for Nvidia's upcoming DLSS 5 tech in NBA 2K27's installation files soon after the game's early access period started this week. While the basketball simulator does not yet officially support DLSS 5, modders have already begun testing its AI-generated "photorealism" filter...

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SanDisk launches 1TB microSD Express card for Switch 2 - Notebookcheck - Google Fri, 28 Aug 2026 00:19:00 GMT
  1. SanDisk launches 1TB microSD Express card for Switch 2 Notebookcheck
  2. Lexar Goes All-In on microSD Card With a Quiet Price Drop, an Easy Storage Upgrade for Nintendo Switch, Action Cams, Tablets and More Gizmodo
  3. ICYMI: SanDisk Is Now Selling A 1TB MicroSD Express Card For Switch 2 Nintendo Life
  4. Boost Your Nintendo Switch’s Memory With This 1TB SanDisk MicroSD Card at 46% Off CNET
  5. SanDisk’s 256GB Switch 2-compatible Express microSD card just hit a new $58 all-time low for Labor Day 9to5Toys
 
What Meta’s All-New Social Media Guidelines Promise to Change for Teen Users - CNET Fri, 28 Aug 2026 00:10:57 GMT
A major lawsuit has led Meta to change the rules again for young users on Instagram and Facebook. Here’s exactly what’s changing.
 
1 in 6 VPNs Track Your Location, According to New Report From Proton - CNET - Google Thu, 27 Aug 2026 23:45:26 GMT
1 in 6 VPNs Track Your Location, According to New Report From Proton CNETSee more headlines & perspectives on Google News
 
1 in 6 VPNs Track Your Location, According to New Report From Proton - CNET Thu, 27 Aug 2026 23:45:24 GMT
According to the report, 64 VPN apps on Apple’s App Store and Google Play contain trackers that collect your sensitive data; the exact opposite of what a VPN is supposed to do.
 
This is GTA 6: an 80-hour story, 3x bigger map than Red Dead 2, and cops that remember your face - TechSpot Thu, 27 Aug 2026 23:29:00 GMT

After three years of trailers and delays, Rockstar finally showed Grand Theft Auto VI actually being played. The unusual 26-minute "Extended Look" premiered on Netflix hours before it landed on YouTube (or watch Rockstar's embed below).

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Transmission keeps torrent downloads simple and lightweight - TechSpot Thu, 27 Aug 2026 23:21:00 GMT
Transmission is a free BitTorrent client known for its low resource usage and simple interface. Available for Windows, macOS, and Linux, it supports the core features expected from a modern torrent client while keeping the application lightweight and straightforward.
 
Bluesky has a new setting to help you avoid accidentally going viral - Engadget Thu, 27 Aug 2026 22:36:24 GMT
The setting will prevent your posts from being recommended in the algorithmic "discover" feed.
 
Anthropic's new hardware standard lets AI agents control the physical world - ArsTechnica Thu, 27 Aug 2026 22:15:43 GMT
Standardized driver interface aims to let devices talk to AI and each other.
 
Human, Beware: The Secrets We Tell AI Chatbots Aren’t Private - CNET Thu, 27 Aug 2026 22:08:19 GMT
A recent DuckDuckGo survey finds that people are sharing intimate details with chatbots without knowing all the privacy risks.
 
You won't be able to hot-wire every car in GTA 6 - Engadget Thu, 27 Aug 2026 22:01:02 GMT
Stealing cars in GTA 6 will require different approaches depending on their make and model.
 
Adobe Photoshop Adds a Whole New AI Editing Mode - CNET Thu, 27 Aug 2026 21:45:35 GMT
The new AI Assisted Editor is another AI tool for Adobe’s image editing software.
 
6 Takeaways From the GTA VI Extended Look - Wired Thu, 27 Aug 2026 21:30:28 GMT
Grand Theft Auto VI is nigh. Here’s what the developer revealed about its highly anticipated game.
 
Complaints Pile Up for Popular Meal Kit Services Amid Missing Ingredients and Poor Customer Service - CNET Thu, 27 Aug 2026 21:28:06 GMT
Unhappy customers told CNET about their negative experiences with Marley Spoon.
 
The Powerful Stealth AI Model ‘Ox Alpha’ Is Now GLM-5.3-Flash, and You Can Use It - CNET Thu, 27 Aug 2026 21:17:09 GMT
The Chinese AI company Z.ai has confirmed responsibility for the model, which caught users’ attention on OpenRouter last week.
 
Twitch is investigating the cause of a major outage following the release of Grand Theft Auto 6's extended look trailer - Eurogamer.net - Google Thu, 27 Aug 2026 21:10:45 GMT
  1. Twitch is investigating the cause of a major outage following the release of Grand Theft Auto 6's extended look trailer Eurogamer.net
  2. Is Twitch Down? What We Know About ‘Major Outage’ Forbes
  3. Twitch Down for Thousands of Users, Downdetector Shows GV Wire
  4. Is Netflix down? Thousands report streaming platform crash amid ‘GTA VI: An Extended Look’ launch Hindustan Times
  5. Is Twitch down? Twitch status: Twitch is down Asbury Park Press
 
AI Agents Are Hacking Systems. Could That Push the US and China to Cooperate? - Wired Thu, 27 Aug 2026 21:08:34 GMT
This week on “Uncanny Valley,” senior writer Will Knight talks his recent visit to China and the future of AI collaboration.
 
Nokia’s 300 Charge Is the Cool Retro Phone You Won’t Be Using in the US - CNET Thu, 27 Aug 2026 21:07:21 GMT
The unavailability of the phone due to its 2G networking may drive fans of retro-styled phones to look at other options.
 
Rockstar Games pulls back the curtain on ‘Grand Theft Auto VI’ after leak - NBC News - Google Thu, 27 Aug 2026 20:57:13 GMT
  1. Rockstar Games pulls back the curtain on ‘Grand Theft Auto VI’ after leak NBC News
  2. GTA 6 Cyberleek update: Everything leaked so far, what might be next Mashable
  3. GTA 6 leaks: Rockstar issues statement over online clips BBC
  4. Rockstar Games Breaks Its Silence on the 'Grand Theft Auto VI' Leaks Hypebeast
  5. Rockstar Games Responds To 'Heartbreaking' Grand Theft Auto VI Leaks Game Informer
 
Elon Musk’s xAI used child porn to train Grok models, lawsuit says - ArsTechnica Thu, 27 Aug 2026 20:52:31 GMT
xAI accused of training Grok on real and AI-generated child pornography.
 
Amazon is shutting down Mechanical Turk after more than 20 years - TechSpot Thu, 27 Aug 2026 20:10:00 GMT

After being in the crowdsourcing market for more than two decades, Amazon Mechanical Turk (MTurk) will permanently shut down on September 30, 2026. Amazon said it regularly evaluates its tools, programs, and services, and MTurk is clearly being left behind as other ventures have emerged as AI-focused training initiatives.

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GOP heads to Supreme Court after losing case over TV election ad prices - ArsTechnica Thu, 27 Aug 2026 20:06:10 GMT
GOP campaign committees want quick ruling before election ads ramp up next week.
 
Sony’s New Bravia 6 TVs Take On Entry-Level OLEDs - CNET Thu, 27 Aug 2026 19:58:21 GMT
The new OLEDs feature budget-friendlier pricing and start at 48 inches.
 
Report: Nvidia to acquire AI model repository Hugging Face for $13 billion - ArsTechnica Thu, 27 Aug 2026 19:55:22 GMT
Nvidia is nabbing critical infrastructure for open models as interest grows.
 
GTA 6 Playthrough Can Last Roughly 80 Hours - GameSpot - Google Thu, 27 Aug 2026 19:35:54 GMT
  1. GTA 6 Playthrough Can Last Roughly 80 Hours GameSpot
  2. ‘It’s a Big Map, a Very Big Map’ – GTA 6 Is Rockstar’s Most Complex World Yet IGN
  3. Grand Theft Auto VI Could Take You More Than 80 Hours To Finish Engadget
  4. GTA 6 Map Will Be Twice the Size of GTA 5 and Three Times the Size of Red Dead Redemption 2 TechPowerUp
  5. Kai Cenat crying about GTA6 is all of right now 🥹 x.com
 
Google’s AI note-taking app now allows you to interact with books - The Verge - Google Thu, 27 Aug 2026 19:30:00 GMT
  1. Google’s AI note-taking app now allows you to interact with books The Verge
  2. Expert Intelligence: a new way for you to engage with trusted content blog.google
  3. Google Launches AI Tool to Add Interactivity to E-books Publishers Weekly
  4. Gemini Notebook Can Now Dig Into eBooks You Bought on Google Play PCMag
  5. Google announces ‘Expert Intelligence’ to let you add Play Books in Gemini Notebook 9to5Google
 
Looking beyond natural sequences - MIT Thu, 27 Aug 2026 19:20:00 GMT
A new machine-learning framework aims to improve the success rate of computational protein design while moving away from results that reproduce sequences found in nature.
 
Google Engineer Accused of Polymarket Insider Trading Says He Was Just Gambling - Wired Thu, 27 Aug 2026 19:12:39 GMT
Michele Spagnuolo was arrested for alleged insider trading on Polymarket, but the Switzerland-based engineer says he was simply gambling—activity that is beyond the reach of US commodities law.
 
Hugging Face’s Microduck Feels Like a Harbinger of the Cute AI Robot Wave - CNET Thu, 27 Aug 2026 19:08:38 GMT
It waddles… it roller-skates… it plays ball… it learns.
 
Nvidia posts another record quarter, predicts explosive AI-driven growth will last through 2028 - TechSpot Thu, 27 Aug 2026 19:07:00 GMT

According to Nvidia's official filing with the SEC, quarterly revenue for the three-month period ending in July 2026 reached $96.22 billion, beating the $91.90 billion expected by Wall Street. Net income more than doubled to $53.95 billion, up from $24.76 billion in the previous quarter. Adjusted earnings came in at...

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AI industry says Trump plans to tax chips in the “single dumbest way imaginable” - ArsTechnica Thu, 27 Aug 2026 18:57:08 GMT
Tech industry is perplexed by Trump’s plan to win AI race by taxing data centers.
 
XReal Xbx a01+ Review: Affordable AR Glasses Bring A Portable Theater To The Masses - SlashGear - Google Thu, 27 Aug 2026 18:52:50 GMT
  1. XReal Xbx a01+ Review: Affordable AR Glasses Bring A Portable Theater To The Masses SlashGear
  2. Is the best way to watch a movie on a pair of sunglasses? TechCrunch
  3. Forget Meta Ray-Bans. These Dorky-Looking Virtual Display Glasses Are Way More Useful WIRED
  4. Viture Pro 2 and Beast XR Glasses: Switch 2 Docked Mode OLED Gaming On The Go Digital Foundry
  5. XREAL a01 Creates a 147-Inch Virtual Cinema, but Cable Dependence Limits the Experience Межа. Новини України.
 
Roblox is cracking down on games that reward kids for doomscrolling - TechSpot Thu, 27 Aug 2026 18:31:00 GMT

After going viral and attracting around half a million concurrent players, the Roblox experience "Steal an Egg" is now facing brand-new restrictions. The widely popular user-generated gaming platform is prohibiting younger players from accessing SAE and similar experiences because they are supposedly designed to encourage kids to watch endless streams...

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Labor Day 2026 Deals Got Me a Complete Starter Tool Kit for Under $375 - Wired Thu, 27 Aug 2026 18:25:30 GMT
I combed through the Labor Day sales to find the power tools and other essentials that cover nearly every household repair.
 
A Georgia Cop Used Flock to Track 2 Other Cops: His Ex and Her Friend - Wired Thu, 27 Aug 2026 18:12:17 GMT
After an affair with a fellow police officer ended, a Georgia cop used Flock to track her movements—and those of a man whose vehicle often showed up near hers, internal investigation records show.
 
Alienware's new 39-inch 5K OLED is earning rave reviews - TechSpot Thu, 27 Aug 2026 18:10:00 GMT
The Alienware AW3926QW pairs a 39" 5K2K ultrawide Tandem OLED panel with accurate colors and up to 330 Hz refresh rates. Reviewers praise its size, brightness, and gaming performance, though driving its native resolution demands a powerful GPU.
 
This Is How Anthropic Thinks AI Agents Should Navigate the Physical World - Wired Thu, 27 Aug 2026 18:06:52 GMT
The potential for AI to automate scientific research and manufacturing must be balanced with new risks, Anthropic says.
 
Windows 11 version 26H2 enters final preview phase before general mass rollout begins - Windows Central - Google Thu, 27 Aug 2026 18:02:19 GMT
  1. Windows 11 version 26H2 enters final preview phase before general mass rollout begins Windows Central
  2. Spy on Me No More: The Shocking Windows 11 Upgrade Every PC User Needs PCMag
  3. Windows 11 just revived one of its most missed features PCWorld
  4. Microsoft releases Windows 11 KB5120998 with long list of improvements and fixes Neowin
  5. Windows 26H2 Is Nearly Here: 7 Features Worth Knowing About Digital Foundry
 
Florida Officials Want Rockstar to Turn Miami Into Vice City in Real Life for GTA 6's Marketing Campaign - IGN - Google Thu, 27 Aug 2026 17:29:49 GMT
  1. Florida Officials Want Rockstar to Turn Miami Into Vice City in Real Life for GTA 6's Marketing Campaign IGN
  2. Miami-Dade wants in on hype around GTA 6 release: Here's what the county is proposing NBC 6 South Florida
  3. Grand Theft Miami-Dade: County pitches ‘Vice City’ marketing deal for video game Miami Herald
  4. GTA 6 Looks Like Vice City, but It’s Taking a Big Idea From San Andreas IGN
  5. Ranking every GTA 6 location by how excited fans are to play it Red Bull
 
The iconic T-38 jets flown by astronauts just got a spiffy new look - ArsTechnica Thu, 27 Aug 2026 17:26:25 GMT
"Everyone wants to take that aircraft up now..."
 
Netflix Failed at Video Games. Now It’s Trying to Promote Them - Wired Thu, 27 Aug 2026 17:25:30 GMT
Netflix has walked back plans to put AAA games on its streaming platform. Instead, it's pivoting to marketing highly anticipated titles like Grand Theft Auto VI.
 
Samsung's Wild New Odyssey Lineup Includes A 1,100Hz Gaming Monitor - Engadget - Google Thu, 27 Aug 2026 17:09:53 GMT
  1. Samsung's Wild New Odyssey Lineup Includes A 1,100Hz Gaming Monitor Engadget
  2. Samsung Introduces New Odyssey Lineup for Fast-Paced Gaming at Gamescom 2026 Samsung Global Newsroom
  3. Of course Samsung made a 1,100Hz gaming monitor The Verge
  4. Samsung’s Revised Odyssey Monitors Opt for Excess in Every Direction Gizmodo
  5. Samsung Odyssey G80HS Review TFTCentral
 
OpenAI Is Developing a ‘Persistent’ AI Agent - Wired Thu, 27 Aug 2026 16:52:42 GMT
Code reviewed by WIRED reveals the company is developing a feature that enables Codex to continue working proactively until it is “put to sleep.”
 
Zuckerberg's bold plan to replace Meta employees with AI has imploded - TechSpot Thu, 27 Aug 2026 16:44:00 GMT

Meta had been preparing a restructuring program called Project OT, or Organization Transformation. According to an internal planning document reviewed by Reuters and three people familiar with the project, the plan was built around an "AI-native" model that would rely more heavily on AI agents and smaller groups of employees....

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RFK Jr. goes full anti-vaccine bananas over two measles deaths—one was a newborn - ArsTechnica Thu, 27 Aug 2026 16:36:16 GMT
Kennedy and his allies have a history of downplaying vaccine-preventable deaths.
 
AMD documents confirm Zen 6 desktop and APU chips will support AM5 socket - TechSpot Thu, 27 Aug 2026 16:01:00 GMT

Prominent leaker InstLatX64 recently shared screenshots of documents from AMD's website that list the company's upcoming Zen 6 processors under the AM5 platform. The information suggests that users with Zen 4 or Zen 5 CPUs will be able to upgrade to Zen 6 without purchasing a new motherboard.

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New type of attack can slip past the defenses in your computer’s processor - MIT Thu, 27 Aug 2026 15:40:00 GMT
MIT CSAIL researchers found a way to exploit a split-second gap in chip security — and used it to acquire a Linux system’s password file.
 
Why did 1,000 world citizens bury their underpants? - ArsTechnica Thu, 27 Aug 2026 15:39:42 GMT
Study: Land use is the biggest factor in determining decomposition rates of organic cotton underpants.
 
Apple confirms September 9 event, where its first foldable iPhone and iPhone 18 Pro are expected - TechSpot Thu, 27 Aug 2026 15:17:00 GMT

The event starts at 1 pm ET at the Steve Jobs Theater at Apple Park. Apple sent invitations on Wednesday with the tagline, "Surprise and shine." The presentation will also be streamed on Apple's website.

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Google launches Pokémon Sleep special-edition Fitbit Air - The Verge - Google Thu, 27 Aug 2026 14:58:33 GMT
  1. Google launches Pokémon Sleep special-edition Fitbit Air The Verge
  2. Our Fitbit Air Special Edition Pokémon Sleep is here blog.google
  3. Fitbit and Pokemon Made a Fitness Tracker That Might Actually Help Me Catch My Zs CNET
  4. Google’s new Fitbit Air brings Pokémon Sleep to your wrist TechCrunch
  5. The Fitbit Air Special Edition ‘Pokémon Sleep’ Turns Your Bedtime Into a Pokémon Catching Spree Hypebeast
 
Panic passes Trump tariff refunds back to the Playdate customers who paid them - ArsTechnica Thu, 27 Aug 2026 14:53:17 GMT
"It just felt like the right thing to do."
 
Hyundai wants to sell humanoid and robot dogs through its car dealerships - TechSpot Thu, 27 Aug 2026 14:39:00 GMT

"We have existing potential distribution for selling robots through our dealer partners," said Muñoz during the company's investor day.

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Fable Director Says 'We Don't Run Scared of Other Big Games' but Is Relieved to Be Launching Away From GTA 6 - IGN - Google Thu, 27 Aug 2026 14:31:09 GMT
  1. Fable Director Says 'We Don't Run Scared of Other Big Games' but Is Relieved to Be Launching Away From GTA 6 IGN
  2. Fable Director Reveals Original October 2026 Release Plans, But They're 'Glad' For The Delay Pure Xbox
  3. Fable Dev Happy About Delay To 2027 To Avoid "Chaotic Window," And We All Know That Means GTA 6 GameSpot
  4. Fable director says they aren't 'scared of other big games' except one—it's GTA 6, in case you were living under a rock PC Gamer
  5. Fable director "happy to go toe-to-toe" with heavy hitters like Persona and God of War, but GTA 6 is a beast he's "happy to avoid entirely" GamesRadar+
 
Traders brought Central American cacao to Georgia 1,000 years ago - ArsTechnica Thu, 27 Aug 2026 14:22:42 GMT
"We built this city on good cacao" does have a nice ring to it.
 
For the first time, AI guides surgeons through a brain tumor operation - TechSpot Thu, 27 Aug 2026 14:11:00 GMT

The operation took place in May at the National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery, part of University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. Health officials said it was the first successful AI-assisted operation to remove a brain tumor. Details were not released until Thursday while the patient, Rhys Hibbert, recovered.

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Bad Xbox ‘Fable’ Combat Video Goes Viral, But It’s Pretty Misleading - Forbes - Google Thu, 27 Aug 2026 14:08:49 GMT
  1. Bad Xbox ‘Fable’ Combat Video Goes Viral, But It’s Pretty Misleading Forbes
  2. A new look at Fable’s style-weaving combat PlayStation.Blog
  3. Fable Looks Absolutely Incredible In New 18-Minute Quest Gameplay Pure Xbox
  4. I Turned a Skeleton Into a Roast Chicken in Fable, and I’d Do It Again | gamescom 2026 IGN
  5. Xbox's New Fable Hones the Classic Series' Combat to Near-Perfection Polygon.com
 
Cyborg cockroaches armed with tiny syringes could one day deliver medicine to trapped disaster victims - TechSpot Thu, 27 Aug 2026 13:41:00 GMT

Developed by University of Queensland biorobotics researchers working with biomedical engineers at the University of New South Wales (UNSW), these "paraborgs" carry cameras and miniature medical injectors, reports The Guardian.

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Ubisoft releases Heroes of Might and Magic III on Steam, forgets to include the actual game files - TechSpot Thu, 27 Aug 2026 13:08:00 GMT

The original 1999 version of Heroes of Might and Magic III appeared on Steam for the first time on Tuesday. However, users had to wait an extra day to play the game because Ubisoft accidentally made it available on the storefront without uploading the necessary files.

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Exclusive: Samsung Galaxy S27 Pro Official CAD Renders Leaks - Android Headlines - Google Thu, 27 Aug 2026 13:01:31 GMT
  1. Exclusive: Samsung Galaxy S27 Pro Official CAD Renders Leaks Android Headlines
  2. Exclusive: Samsung Galaxy S27 Ultra official CAD Renders Leak Android Headlines
  3. Samsung’s first Pro flagship leaks with a familiar design PhoneArena
  4. Galaxy S27 Release Date: Images Confirm Four New Samsung Phones Forbes
  5. Galaxy S27 Ultra’s major redesign detailed in new renders, price hike rumored 9to5Google
 
Adobe Brings ACR’s Powerful Non-Destructive Exposure Tools Into Photoshop Itself - PetaPixel - Google Thu, 27 Aug 2026 13:00:40 GMT
  1. Adobe Brings ACR’s Powerful Non-Destructive Exposure Tools Into Photoshop Itself PetaPixel
  2. Adobe is adding more AI to Photoshop The Verge
  3. Adobe Photoshop Adds a Whole New AI Editing Mode CNET
  4. New Photoshop innovations bring you more choice and control at every stage of your creative process Adobe
  5. Adobe seems to be fully embracing AI prompt-based editing in Photoshop Creative Bloq
 
Alienware AW3926QW Review: 39 Inches of Gaming Glory - Wired Thu, 27 Aug 2026 13:00:00 GMT
Alienware’s latest gaming monitor explores a new size and resolution for ultrawide monitors, and I have a feeling PC gamers are going to love it.
 
Plaud’s new earphones come with an eSIM-enabled case for talking to AI agents - TechCrunch - Google Thu, 27 Aug 2026 13:00:00 GMT
  1. Plaud’s new earphones come with an eSIM-enabled case for talking to AI agents TechCrunch
  2. Plaud is launching AI earbuds The Verge
  3. Plaud Unveils Earbuds with 4G Connectivity in AI Gadgets Push Bloomberg.com
  4. Plaud One Is a Reinvention of Headphones for the AI Note-Taking Age CNET
  5. Plaud’s First Wireless Earbuds Crank AI Productivity to Max Volume Gizmodo
 
Nvidia is reportedly buying the popular open-source AI hub Hugging Face for $12.9 billion - TechSpot Thu, 27 Aug 2026 12:37:00 GMT

The Information reports that Nvidia has agreed to the purchase, citing one person with knowledge of the agreement. A separate Business Insider report is less definitive, saying the companies held serious talks at a valuation above $13 billion but had not signed an agreement. Neither Nvidia nor Hugging Face has...

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Dear Doctor: I watched both of my parents change after taking the same prescription drug - OregonLive.com - Google Thu, 27 Aug 2026 12:00:00 GMT
Dear Doctor: I watched both of my parents change after taking the same prescription drug OregonLive.com
 
Bill Gates says tech executives are privately terrified of AI, but won't say it publicly - TechSpot Thu, 27 Aug 2026 11:58:00 GMT

In a lengthy essay published on Wednesday, the Microsoft co-founder called for taxes on some AI use, tighter testing of systems that could aid bioterrorism, and limits on replacing certain workers with software. His position marks a sharper break from the industry's prevailing view that AI's economic benefits will outweigh...

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Ring rolls out new encryption system that could limit what it can hand over to police - TechSpot Thu, 27 Aug 2026 11:15:00 GMT

With TAKE, which is rolling out as the default for users worldwide, each Ring camera encrypts footage with keys that rotate every five minutes, either on-device on newer models or upon reaching the cloud on older ones.

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Best Posture Correctors for Better Body Alignment (2026) - Wired Thu, 27 Aug 2026 11:05:00 GMT
You’re hunched over your desk and phone for hours. I rounded up gadgets, a DIY trick, and even some yoga advice to help you straighten up.
 
Submit Your Questions: The Great Data Center Backlash - Wired Thu, 27 Aug 2026 11:00:00 GMT
You have questions about data centers, and WIRED has answers. Join our livestream on September 10 and our panel of experts will tell you everything you need to know.
 
Stop Touching Your Keyboard. Use This AI-Powered Microphone Instead - Wired Thu, 27 Aug 2026 10:30:00 GMT
The Relay Q, due next year, is the latest attempt to reposition voice as the most seamless method for human-computer interaction.
 
The Best Google Pixel Phones of 2026: Comparison, Features, and Accessories - Wired Thu, 27 Aug 2026 10:00:00 GMT
Let us help you choose the right Pixel phone. Plus, check out our Pixel accessory recommendations and smart software tricks to try.
 
Persona 4 Revival Kanji, Teddie and Naoto Screenshots Released, Xbox Podcast Interview - Persona Central - Google Thu, 27 Aug 2026 09:29:30 GMT
  1. Persona 4 Revival Kanji, Teddie and Naoto Screenshots Released, Xbox Podcast Interview Persona Central
  2. Sega gameplay updates: Persona 4 Revival, Crazy Taxi: World Tour, Total War: Warhammer 40,000, and more PlayStation.Blog
  3. Persona 4 Revival Story Trailer Tunes into the Midnight Channel Crunchyroll
  4. SEGA and Atlus reveal TGS 2026 lineup Nintendo Everything
  5. Persona 4 Revival Battle Theme Lyric Videos Released Persona Central
 
The UK Power Grid Has a Phantom Data Center Problem - Wired Thu, 27 Aug 2026 06:00:00 GMT
The UK’s energy regulator is using a variety of tricks to keep speculative data center projects from plugging into the power grid. The country’s AI ambitions hang in the balance.
 
TopResume Packages: Everything You Need to Get Hired - Wired Thu, 27 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Discover ways to save at TopResume, including their free review service and 4-week Career Services Platform trial.
 
Birdfy Discount Codes: 15% Off Sitewide - Wired Thu, 27 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Use these verified Birdfy discount codes to score up to 40% off smart feeders, camera kits, and accessories.
 
Litter-Robot Promo Codes: Up to $150 Off - Wired Thu, 27 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Get the latest Litter-Robot Discounts on Litter-Robot self-cleaning litter boxes, accessories, and more.
 
Motley Fool Promo Code: $200 Off on Stock Advisor September 2026 - Wired Thu, 27 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Scale your portfolio for less with these verified The Motley Fool membership discounts, stock advisor promo codes, and Epic Bundle deals.
 
Therabody Promo Codes: 15% Off September 2026 - Wired Thu, 27 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Save on the science-backed devices you’ve been eyeing with 15% off Theragun discount code and 30% off other great deals.
 
Alo Discount Code: 20% Off September 2026 - Wired Thu, 27 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Refresh your workout wardrobe. Save on buttery-soft leggings, chic streetwear, and activewear essentials with verified Alo Yoga discount codes, free shipping, and loyalty program perks.
 
Starz Promo Codes: $5 Off for September 2026 - Wired Thu, 27 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Ready to stream award-winning series, hit movies, and exclusive originals? Our comprehensive guide helps you find every active Starz coupon, free trial, and discount code to save big on your subscription this 2026.
 
Hostinger Promo Code: 79% Off for September 2026 - Wired Thu, 27 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Discover exclusive Hostinger promo codes, discounts, and deals on web hosting, cloud plans, and domain registration. Save big on your next Hostinger purchase today.
 
Design Within Reach Promo Codes: 30% Off | September 2026 - Wired Thu, 27 Aug 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.
 
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.
 
How to See the Partial Lunar Eclipse and Blood Moon on August 27 - Wired Thu, 27 Aug 2026 00:44:35 GMT
The eclipse will obscure about 93 percent of the moon’s surface. Here are the peak times and tips for the best viewing experience.
 
How Rising Temperatures Likely Contributed to Nepal’s Deadly Flood - Wired Wed, 26 Aug 2026 22:19:44 GMT
Climate change is causing glaciers to retreat and become less stable, upping the odds of catastrophic collapses.
 
Democrats Just Might Win the Senate - Wired Wed, 26 Aug 2026 21:00:00 GMT
Strategists in both parties have long thought that everything would need to go right for Democrats to take over Congress this fall. Their map, though, is becoming more forgiving.
 
The Meta Settlement Will Put Limits on Instagram for Teens. They’re Still Vulnerable - Wired Wed, 26 Aug 2026 20:55:46 GMT
Child safety groups and former Meta employees welcome proposed changes to how the company’s platforms will work for teens. They also think states should have demanded more.
 
MIT student leaders: Q&A with McCormick Hall co-president Sydney Baller - MIT Wed, 26 Aug 2026 17:35:00 GMT
The rising senior loves her dorm and its community and wants to serve as a bridge to its next residents as the building heads into renovations.
 
As Apple Prepares Its Next Tech-Defining Moment, Look Back at Major Milestones From Then to Now - CNET Wed, 26 Aug 2026 16:23:11 GMT
That rumored foldable iPhone didn’t come from nowhere. Experts from CNET, PCMag, Mashable, Popular Science, ZDNET and Lifehacker examine Apple’s most important tech reveals.
 
AI helps design new materials that work in the real world - MIT Wed, 26 Aug 2026 09:00:00 GMT
The “CrysVCD” tool developed at MIT could cut the huge amounts of time and money spent on screening out chemically unstable designs.
 
Retooling to help democracy revive - MIT Wed, 26 Aug 2026 04:00:00 GMT
Deindustrialization didn’t only hurt some workers, Daron Acemoglu says in a new book; it shrank the coalition supporting democracy, which needs expanding.
 
Cells use a little-known molecule to protect themselves from iron overload - MIT Tue, 25 Aug 2026 20:40:00 GMT
This discovery points toward new combination strategies against cancer, and may explain the iron buildup seen in disorders such as early-onset Parkinson’s disease.
 
A new kind of aircraft departs an MIT classroom and arrives at an Ohio factory - MIT Tue, 25 Aug 2026 20:00:00 GMT
Electra’s hybrid, fixed-wing aircraft, which grew out of a class project, could make travel easier for passengers taking shorter trips.
 
The secret love life of the longfin squid - MIT Tue, 25 Aug 2026 13:35:00 GMT
MIT Sea Grant resident artist and acclaimed underwater photographer Keith Ellenbogen captures an intimate look at courtship and communication in a hidden spawning spectacle off Cape Cod.
 
Brain circuit keeps tabs on what just happened to aid judgment of what’s happening now - MIT Mon, 24 Aug 2026 19:40:00 GMT
To keep track of what’s going on in front of it, the brain relies not only on what it sees, but also a comparison with what it just saw. A new study pinpoints the circuit that provides that service.
 
Meteorite dust holds records of magnetism that may have helped form the sun - MIT Mon, 24 Aug 2026 19:00:00 GMT
The discovery likely represents the earliest known evidence of a magnetic field in the infant solar system.
 
Generating scenarios for extreme events, without extreme data - MIT Mon, 24 Aug 2026 18:00:00 GMT
A new algorithm learns to anticipate the unprecedented scenarios that critical infrastructure and global supply chains are least prepared for.
 
Language skills stay strong in older adults, even while other cognitive abilities decline - MIT Mon, 24 Aug 2026 09:00:00 GMT
MIT researchers find that activity in the brain’s language network is nearly identical in young and old people.
 
The importance of indoor airflow patterns in spreading airborne disease - MIT Fri, 21 Aug 2026 16:00:00 GMT
Researchers explore how a key factor can mitigate or promote tuberculosis transmission.
 
I Stopped My Mindless Scrolling Using This iOS 27 Shortcut - CNET Fri, 21 Aug 2026 12:27:09 GMT
Delete my addictive social media apps? There’s no fun in that.
 
Paving the way for greener ammonia production - MIT Thu, 20 Aug 2026 18:45:00 GMT
New MIT research could lead to better materials for a fossil-fuel-free process for making the chemical that's essential to fertilizer and other products.
 
MIT engineers design a better controller for operating construction diggers - MIT Thu, 20 Aug 2026 04:00:00 GMT
The new, more intuitive system could speed up the training process for excavator operators.
 
The game’s the thing - MIT Wed, 19 Aug 2026 18:35:00 GMT
MIT senior Kayode Dada has a passion for designing games, and a penchant for building community.
 
How the Toxoplasma parasite adapts to crowded conditions in host cells - MIT Wed, 19 Aug 2026 17:50:00 GMT
A new study by Whitehead Institute researchers identifies how the widespread parasite Toxoplasma gondii survives in crowded environments in infected cells, which helps it persist in long-lasting brain cysts.
 
Creating innovations that scale across borders - MIT Wed, 19 Aug 2026 17:15:00 GMT
A new book coauthored by Professor Amos Winter asserts that, to solve major challenges and deliver products of value to consumers in both developed and emerging markets, innovators must think and act globally.
 
Flipping the script on biology education, and scaling it up - MIT Wed, 19 Aug 2026 15:20:00 GMT
Using a modular kit, the MIT Edgerton Center is bringing a hands-on biology curriculum to Massachusetts’ second-largest school district.
 
Securing wireless communication in next-generation devices - MIT Wed, 19 Aug 2026 09:00:00 GMT
A new, scalable technique could enable powerful radars and sensors based on quantum technology that works at room temperature.
 
Cell-preservation technique could make CAR-T cell therapy more accessible - MIT Wed, 19 Aug 2026 04:00:00 GMT
MIT researchers’ approach, which uses naturally occurring sugars as antifreeze, could make it easier for hospitals to deploy this type of cancer treatment.
 
Startup brings ancient Roman concrete technology to modern construction - MIT Wed, 19 Aug 2026 04:00:00 GMT
Dmat is commercializing findings from the lab of Associate Professor Admir Masic to make concrete longer-lasting and more sustainable.
 
When AI art has no author: Study finds generated images often can’t be traced to training data - MIT Tue, 18 Aug 2026 16:35:00 GMT
A new method for surgically removing training examples from a model reveals that as datasets grow, the link between what a model learns and what it produces dissolves.
 
Know What’s Coming at Apple’s Big Event? It’s Your Last Chance to Prove It to Win - CNET Tue, 18 Aug 2026 16:01:57 GMT
Guess right and you could walk away with a brand-new Apple Watch.
 
How 35 percent of US employees are left on the margins - MIT Tue, 18 Aug 2026 04:00:00 GMT
In a new book, Paul Osterman details his research finding more than one-third of the country’s workers are “disposable,” with little security or chance of job advancement.
 
DNA shaper steers nervous system development - MIT Mon, 17 Aug 2026 20:20:00 GMT
A study of worms finds a protein that helps shape the structure of the genome is critical for establishing the identity of some neurons.
 
Mathematical framework connects biological principles to manufacturable, adaptive materials - MIT Mon, 17 Aug 2026 18:30:00 GMT
The new framework could streamline the design process of robotic grippers or aerospace components that exhibit complex behaviors found in nature.
 
MIT engineers connect bacteria to create living transistors - MIT Mon, 17 Aug 2026 18:00:00 GMT
By wiring together colonies of these bacteria, the researchers built circuits that can perform complicated calculations.
 
Flexible brain circuits can switch between different tasks - MIT Mon, 17 Aug 2026 09:00:00 GMT
Neuroscientists have discovered circuits in the prefrontal cortex that can be repurposed to store different types of information.
 
Professor Emeritus Chiang Chung Mei, pioneering scholar of ocean wave dynamics and fluid mechanics, dies at 91 - MIT Fri, 14 Aug 2026 20:55:00 GMT
A towering figure in theoretical hydrodynamics is remembered for his intellectual rigor, generosity, and lifelong devotion to his students.
 
Drug that targets an inflammatory enzyme could help prevent lung cancer - MIT Fri, 14 Aug 2026 18:00:00 GMT
A new study by MIT researchers shows that inhibiting caspase-1 can reduce the risk of tumor growth.
 
Cells pulse together as they grow — and malignant cells pulse the longest - MIT Fri, 14 Aug 2026 15:00:00 GMT
MIT researchers discovered a cellular dance that may offer clues to the development of cancer, asthma, and other diseases.
 
High-speed microscopy reveals electrical activity across the brain - MIT Fri, 14 Aug 2026 09:00:00 GMT
The new technique could help scientists learn how the entire brain works to generate decisions and emotions.
 
Researchers uncover hidden pore network within nuclear fuel - MIT Thu, 13 Aug 2026 04:00:00 GMT
New understanding of how nuclear fuel breaks down and changes in an operating nuclear reactor could help keep some reactors running longer, will inform the next generation of nuclear reactor fuel systems.
 
Featured video: An “MIT story” about an iconic professor - MIT Wed, 12 Aug 2026 20:25:00 GMT
A new short film from MIT Open Learning explores the influential career of Institute Professor and School of Engineering Dean Paula Hammond.
 
MIT selected to lead new NSF materials research center - MIT Wed, 12 Aug 2026 20:15:00 GMT
The Materials Research Science and Engineering Center unites researchers across disciplines to develop technologies for medical imaging, sustainable metals production, and next-generation electronics.
 
Astronomers discover a brand-new type of astrophysical object: A black hole star - MIT Wed, 12 Aug 2026 15:00:00 GMT
The mashup of a black hole and an enormous star has never been seen before and could explain the mysterious little red dots often found in deep-space images.
 
Met Warehouse opens as the new home of MIT’s School of Architecture and Planning - MIT Wed, 12 Aug 2026 10:00:00 GMT
In a feat of adaptive reuse, a massive, century-old brick storage facility has been turned into a contemporary hub for collaboration and creative work.
 
How to design a space habitat that supports its residents’ mental health - MIT Wed, 12 Aug 2026 09:00:00 GMT
A new online platform helps engineers look beyond survival mode when designing habitats for extreme living conditions.
 
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.
 
MIT researchers tackle the economic realities of fusion power - MIT Mon, 10 Aug 2026 04:00:00 GMT
Their new study aims to give budding industry a framework for understanding how fusion can be profitable.
 
Physicists watch a material’s electrons assemble, and reassemble, into coexisting phases - MIT Fri, 07 Aug 2026 09:00:00 GMT
The study could help scientists understand how superconductivity and other more complex phenomena emerge in quantum materials.
 
Akirah Bradley-Armstrong named vice chancellor for student life - MIT Thu, 06 Aug 2026 20:55:00 GMT
An experienced student affairs leader is joining MIT to oversee the next chapter for the Division of Student Life.
 
A new way to watch heat move through electronics - MIT Thu, 06 Aug 2026 04:00:00 GMT
MIT researchers can now precisely measure how heat moves through multilayered materials like computer chips.
 
Scientists unveil more than 600 new tissue models of human cancer - MIT Wed, 05 Aug 2026 15:00:00 GMT
Derived from patient tumor samples and available to researchers around the world, the cells will aid the development of new cancer treatments.
 
Researchers make air-stable, ultrathin superconductors, for more scalable quantum devices - MIT Wed, 05 Aug 2026 15:00:00 GMT
A new technique produces wafer-scale samples, overcoming a major roadblock to using these materials in quantum technologies.
 
These 3D-printed objects can tell you if they’re being used properly - MIT Wed, 05 Aug 2026 04:00:00 GMT
The “ShiftLens” design and fabrication system creates objects that change their surface appearance based on user interactions, without any electronics.
 
Equifax Customers Have Until Tuesday to Claim Part of a $2.2M Class Action Settlement - CNET Mon, 03 Aug 2026 23:01:47 GMT
If you were one of the 37,000 affected customers, you have until Sept. 1 to file your claim.
 
Only a Few Days Left to Get Signalis and Big Walk on PlayStation Plus - CNET Tue, 28 Jul 2026 21:05:30 GMT
You only have a few more days to experience cosmic dread, zombies and one Big Walk on PlayStation Plus at no additional charge.
 
NASA’s Nancy Grace Roman Telescope Is About to Start Its Cosmic Survey - CNET Thu, 11 Jun 2026 17:24:01 GMT
The new space telescope will work in tandem with the Hubble Space Telescope to uncover more secrets of the universe.