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In Q2 2026, server-led eSSDs reached 48% of NAND flash shipments as AI workloads shifted from training to inference, driving 5x YoY industry revenue growth (Counterpoint Research) - Techmeme Thu, 13 Aug 2026 07:35:00 GMT

Counterpoint Research:
In Q2 2026, server-led eSSDs reached 48% of NAND flash shipments as AI workloads shifted from training to inference, driving 5x YoY industry revenue growth — - AI inference workloads drove enterprise SSDs to 48% of global NAND shipments in Q2 2026, nearly double the 26% share a year earlier.
 
A look at workers in India who are paid extra to wear devices that capture first-person video of factory and other work tasks for use as AI robot training data (Saritha Rai/Bloomberg) - Techmeme Thu, 13 Aug 2026 07:25:00 GMT

Saritha Rai / Bloomberg:
A look at workers in India who are paid extra to wear devices that capture first-person video of factory and other work tasks for use as AI robot training data — Robotics companies are competing to collect videos of humans stitching shoes and welding steel to give their machines new skills.
 
Counterpoint: China's YMTC accounted for 14% of NAND flash shipments in Q2, behind Samsung's 25% and SK Hynix's 22%, but ahead of Micron and Kioxia (Howard Liu/South China Morning Post) - Techmeme Thu, 13 Aug 2026 07:05:01 GMT

Howard Liu / South China Morning Post:
Counterpoint: China's YMTC accounted for 14% of NAND flash shipments in Q2, behind Samsung's 25% and SK Hynix's 22%, but ahead of Micron and Kioxia — The chipmaker captured 14 per cent of global bit shipments, but still ranks fifth by revenue due to heavier exposure to lower-value products.
 
Lenovo reports Q1 revenue up 43% YoY to $26.94B, its highest quarterly revenue growth in five years, as AI-related revenue rose 60% YoY to $9.3B, 35% of total (Laurie Chen/Reuters) - Techmeme Thu, 13 Aug 2026 06:55:02 GMT

Laurie Chen / Reuters:
Lenovo reports Q1 revenue up 43% YoY to $26.94B, its highest quarterly revenue growth in five years, as AI-related revenue rose 60% YoY to $9.3B, 35% of total — China's Lenovo Group (0992.HK) reported a 43% jump in quarterly revenue on Thursday, beating forecasts and sending shares …

 
Coinbase, Block, and 30+ other crypto companies say frontier AI safety guardrails hinder legitimate security work while attackers use stronger tools (Shaurya Malwa/CoinDesk) - Techmeme Thu, 13 Aug 2026 06:30:02 GMT

Shaurya Malwa / CoinDesk:
Coinbase, Block, and 30+ other crypto companies say frontier AI safety guardrails hinder legitimate security work while attackers use stronger tools — More than three dozen bitcoin and crypto companies have asked the largest AI labs to give open-source security researchers early access …

 
Mathematicians say a neurosurgery resident used ChatGPT, powered by GPT-5.6, to solve Crouzeix's conjecture, a major open problem in numerical linear algebra (Alex Townsend) - Techmeme Thu, 13 Aug 2026 06:25:02 GMT

Alex Townsend:
Mathematicians say a neurosurgery resident used ChatGPT, powered by GPT-5.6, to solve Crouzeix's conjecture, a major open problem in numerical linear algebra — On July 30, 2026, the first author asked ChatGPT 5.6 to solve Crouzeix's conjecture, as he had been routinely doing for the preceding year.
 
Taiwan says it detected AI-assisted cyberattack campaign from overseas targeting government agencies last month, but affected agencies successfully "handled" it (Reuters) - Techmeme Thu, 13 Aug 2026 06:10:00 GMT

Reuters:
Taiwan says it detected AI-assisted cyberattack campaign from overseas targeting government agencies last month, but affected agencies successfully “handled” it — Taiwan detected AI-assisted cyberattacks on government agencies last month coming from overseas but the affected bodies successfully …

 
Wealth managers are cutting fees and hiring staff in Silicon Valley to win over OpenAI and Anthropic workers before IPOs mint a new class of millionaires (Financial Times) - Techmeme Thu, 13 Aug 2026 05:45:02 GMT

Financial Times:
Wealth managers are cutting fees and hiring staff in Silicon Valley to win over OpenAI and Anthropic workers before IPOs mint a new class of millionaires — The rise of equity-rich tech workers at Anthropic and OpenAI is shifting negotiating power towards clients
 
Rapidly advancing AI tools have created investor uncertainty and fear around the SaaS business model and the private equity and credit built on top of it (Bloomberg) - Techmeme Thu, 13 Aug 2026 05:35:00 GMT

Bloomberg:
Rapidly advancing AI tools have created investor uncertainty and fear around the SaaS business model and the private equity and credit built on top of it — Now the entire business model is at risk — ON WALL STREET, there's a disaster scenario known as the “SaaSpocalypse” that goes something like this.
 
Research: 53M+ people in China worked as food delivery or ridesharing drivers as of 2025, up 10M in two years, amid accelerating automation in manufacturing (Financial Times) - Techmeme Thu, 13 Aug 2026 05:30:00 GMT

Financial Times:
Research: 53M+ people in China worked as food delivery or ridesharing drivers as of 2025, up 10M in two years, amid accelerating automation in manufacturing — As construction slumps and manufacturing automates, 53mn Chinese now work for low wages in food delivery and ride-hailing.
 
London- and Boston-based Mindgard, which offers automated AI security and red-teaming tools to help organizations secure AI systems, raised a $30M Series A (Ionut Arghire/SecurityWeek) - Techmeme Thu, 13 Aug 2026 05:25:01 GMT

Ionut Arghire / SecurityWeek:
London- and Boston-based Mindgard, which offers automated AI security and red-teaming tools to help organizations secure AI systems, raised a $30M Series A — The cybersecurity startup will use the fresh investment to scale its product, engineering, sales, and marketing teams.
 
Foreign investment in Japan's chip industry reaches ~$37B, as government subsidies attract companies working on logic and memory chips and image sensors (Shuhei Ochiai/Nikkei Asia) - Techmeme Thu, 13 Aug 2026 05:15:00 GMT

Shuhei Ochiai / Nikkei Asia:
Foreign investment in Japan's chip industry reaches ~$37B, as government subsidies attract companies working on logic and memory chips and image sensors — TOKYO — Investment in Japan's chip industry by foreign companies has reached 6 trillion yen ($37 billion) with the recent announcement …

 
President Trump signs a memo letting the US government partner with private companies to conduct cyberattacks abroad against criminal groups targeting Americans (Patrick Howell O'Neill/Bloomberg) - Techmeme Thu, 13 Aug 2026 05:05:02 GMT

Patrick Howell O'Neill / Bloomberg:
President Trump signs a memo letting the US government partner with private companies to conduct cyberattacks abroad against criminal groups targeting Americans — The US government is partnering with private-sector firms to launch cyber attacks abroad, expanding the scope of national security operations …

 
Smart Clock Helps With Medication Management - Hack a Day Thu, 13 Aug 2026 05:00:22 GMT
There are all kinds of smart devices on the market these days, but if you want one to solve a particular personal problem, sometimes it’s easiest to just build your …read more
 
Alo Discount Code: 20% Off August 2026 - Wired Thu, 13 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Refresh your workout wardrobe. Save on buttery-soft leggings, chic streetwear, and activewear essentials with verified Alo Yoga discount codes, free shipping, and loyalty program perks.
 
Factor Promo Code: 50% Off Off Meal Prep - Wired Thu, 13 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
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Shark Promo Codes for August 2026 - Wired Thu, 13 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Shark makes some seriously powerful vacuums, from handheld vacs to steam mops. Don’t miss $100 off, 10% off, and more limited-time coupons from WIRED.
 
Braun Promo Codes: 15% Off August - Wired Thu, 13 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Unlock exclusive savings on Braun IPL, shavers, and grooming products. Find verified Braun promo codes and expert tips to maximize your discounts.
 
Herman Miller Promo Codes: 40% Off August 2026 - Wired Thu, 13 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Whether you’re looking for a Herman Miller promo code or discounts in their sale, here is how to save on the world's best ergonomic office furniture in August 2026.
 
Visible Promo Codes and Coupons for August 2026 - Wired Thu, 13 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Find great deals and promo codes for Visible at WIRED and save big, whether you're a long-time customer or a newbie.
 
HostGator Coupon Codes: 76% Off Hosting in August 2026 - Wired Thu, 13 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Unlock massive savings on HostGator web hosting, WordPress, VPS, and business email plans with our exclusive HostGator promo codes and deals.
 
Castlery Promo Codes: 15% Off for August 2026 - Wired Thu, 13 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
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Jabra Promo Codes: 30% Off Headphones, Headsets & More - Wired Thu, 13 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
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Priceline Promo Codes & Coupons: 10% Off August 2026 - Wired Thu, 13 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Unlock massive discounts on Priceline hotels, flights, and rental cars. Find verified Priceline coupon codes and deals for Express Deals, student discounts, and more.
 
Bose Promo Code: 40% Off for August 2026 - Wired Thu, 13 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Get at least 40% off headphones, speakers, soundbars, and other audio products from Bose.
 
Naturepedic Promo Codes: Get 20% Off Plus Free Pillows - Wired Thu, 13 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Shop the Naturepedic sale this 2026.
 
Sources: legal AI startup Legora is in early talks to raise funds at a $10B+ valuation, up from $5.6B four months ago; its ARR rose 50% QoQ to $150M in Q2 (Financial Times) - Techmeme Thu, 13 Aug 2026 04:55:01 GMT

Financial Times:
Sources: legal AI startup Legora is in early talks to raise funds at a $10B+ valuation, up from $5.6B four months ago; its ARR rose 50% QoQ to $150M in Q2 — Swedish company was valued at $5.6bn only four months ago as interest in artificial intelligence tools for professional services soars
 
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.
 
Yuno, a payments infrastructure provider for processing transactions globally, raised a $45M Series B led by Global PayTech, with a16z and others participating (Maria Clara Cobo/Bloomberg) - Techmeme Thu, 13 Aug 2026 02:55:00 GMT

Maria Clara Cobo / Bloomberg:
Yuno, a payments infrastructure provider for processing transactions globally, raised a $45M Series B led by Global PayTech, with a16z and others participating — Yuno, a Colombian-founded payments infrastructure startup that helps companies process transactions across different markets …

 
Have Scientists Stuck the Landing on the Glueball Discovery? - Hack a Day Thu, 13 Aug 2026 02:00:57 GMT
Exciting discoveries in particle physics are one of those things that it can be easy to get blase about. Some people get caught up in the obvious excitement, while others …read more
 
My Favorite Things from Made by Google 2026 - CNET Thu, 13 Aug 2026 01:21:33 GMT
Google announced everything before its actual live event, but there were still plenty of interesting things at the company’s Pixel announce event.
 
Saber Interactive's CEO Matt Karch Can Get In The Bin - aftermath.site - Google Thu, 13 Aug 2026 00:55:57 GMT
  1. Saber Interactive's CEO Matt Karch Can Get In The Bin aftermath.site
  2. Saber Interactive denies replacing writer with AI GamesIndustry.biz
  3. Saber denies replacing Rideshare Stimulator’s writers with ChatGPT The Verge
  4. Saber Interactive Denies Writer's Claim They Were Replaced by ChatGPT for Rideshare Stimulator IGN
  5. Saber admit Rideshare "Stimulator" features generative AI writing, but deny they replaced taxi game's lead writer with ChatGPT Rock Paper Shotgun
 
Pixel 11 vs. Pixel 11 Pro vs. Pixel 11 Pro XL: Google’s Latest Phones Compared - CNET Thu, 13 Aug 2026 00:23:39 GMT
The starting price for the Pixel 11 is $899, the 11 Pro is $1,099, and the 11 Pro XL is $1,299. Which one do you get? Here’s our Pixel buying guide.
 
Everything announced at Made by Google today, including Pixel 11, Pixel Watch 4, and Pixel Tag - Mashable - Google Wed, 12 Aug 2026 23:44:50 GMT
  1. Everything announced at Made by Google today, including Pixel 11, Pixel Watch 4, and Pixel Tag Mashable
  2. The Pixel 11 series: Your most personal Pixel yet blog.google
  3. Google’s new Pixel 11 puts Gemini at center of AI phone battle with Apple CNBC
  4. Google unveils latest Pixel phones with slimmer cameras and more AI features ABC News - Breaking News, Latest News and Videos
  5. The Pixel 11 Pro XL Has Main Character Energy Despite a $100 Price Hike CNET
 
A rare two-player Computer Space arcade machine is up for auction - Engadget Wed, 12 Aug 2026 23:34:18 GMT
The sparkly cabinet is part of a huge retro tech auction focused on Steve Jobs and the computer revolution.
 
Could a Shirt Fool Facial Recognition? The Answer Is Complicated - CNET Wed, 12 Aug 2026 23:06:14 GMT
At Defcon, a strange-looking print pushed a researcher below an AI camera’s detection threshold. Now its creator is putting patterns like it on shirts and hoodies, even though worn clothing remains the big unproven test.
 
Your Laptop Keyboard, On Another Device - Hack a Day Wed, 12 Aug 2026 23:00:41 GMT
It’s likely many of us have been in the position of first set-up on a machine such as a Raspberry Pi, and had keyboard problems. Either no spare keyboard is …read more
 
The Best Photos of the Big August Solar Eclipse - Wired Wed, 12 Aug 2026 22:47:30 GMT
It’s been a century since the Iberian Peninsula has been in the full shadow of the moon. Here’s what it looked like in the path of totality.
 
How to stop Twitch from training AI on your streams - Engadget Wed, 12 Aug 2026 22:38:45 GMT
And why the company didn't make the feature opt-in.
 
Exclusive | Apple in Talks to Pay Publishers to Improve AI-Powered Siri - wsj.com - Google Wed, 12 Aug 2026 22:33:05 GMT
  1. Exclusive | Apple in Talks to Pay Publishers to Improve AI-Powered Siri wsj.com
  2. Report: Apple seeks publisher deals to give Siri AI better access to current events 9to5mac.com
  3. Apple in Talks to Pay Publishers for News Content to Power Siri AI MacRumors
  4. IPHONE USERS MAY SOON HAVE TO PAY A MONTHLY FEE FOR SIRI Yahoo Tech
  5. Apple (AAPL) Plans Collaboration with Publishers for AI-Driven S GuruFocus
 
Apple Faces Lawsuit Over iCloud Private Relay Vulnerability - CNET Wed, 12 Aug 2026 22:32:44 GMT
The firm behind a $250 million Apple settlement is suing the company again, alleging it misrepresented a key security feature.
 
Toddler's tragic death from brain-destroying amoeba offers lessons for doctors - ArsTechnica Wed, 12 Aug 2026 22:31:19 GMT
Boy's unusual symptoms could help identify the next case sooner.
 
SpaceXAI Joins the AI Agent Game With Grok Bot - CNET Wed, 12 Aug 2026 22:23:24 GMT
SpaceXAI says new AI agents can work alongside each other and even have their own AI manager.
 
Claude Cowork can now run in a Chrome sidebar - Engadget Wed, 12 Aug 2026 22:19:29 GMT
Take your conversations with the chatbot into the Anthropic browser extension.
 
Trump is being sued for charging for faster access to Truth Social posts - Engadget Wed, 12 Aug 2026 22:02:38 GMT
A new lawsuit claims the Truth API violates the First and Fifth Amendments.
 
The web’s newest weapon against AI scrapers is a font - ArsTechnica Wed, 12 Aug 2026 22:02:25 GMT
“ShieldFont” aims to poison AI training data without making pages unreadable for people.
 
Terabytes of credentials leaked in massive supply-chain attack - ArsTechnica Wed, 12 Aug 2026 21:43:21 GMT
The data was scraped and exfiltrated from 2,500 users of a compromised AI package.
 
It’s Not Just RAM: Windows Licenses Are Also Pushing Up PC Prices - CNET Wed, 12 Aug 2026 21:40:18 GMT
Reports suggest the price of Windows 11 is going up for PC makers. Microsoft is staying mum on the situation.
 
Google unveils Pixel 11 series featuring Tensor G6 SoC, Titan M3 security chip, and Android 17, starting at $899 - TechSpot Wed, 12 Aug 2026 21:37:00 GMT

The base Pixel 11 gets a 6.3-inch Full HD+ AMOLED display with up to 120Hz adaptive refresh, up to 3,000 nits of peak brightness, and Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2 on top. Inside, it packs 12GB of LPDDR5X RAM, up to 512GB of storage, and a 4,985mAh battery with 30W...

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PS Plus Is Loaded With Great Games for August, Including Helldivers 2, Hell Is Us, Kingdom Come 2 - CNET Wed, 12 Aug 2026 21:27:23 GMT
From zombie survival to medieval RPGs, there’s a lot worth downloading this month.
 
Hogwarts Legacy 2 Is Officially in the Works, Confirms Warner Bros. - IGN - Google Wed, 12 Aug 2026 21:22:25 GMT
  1. Hogwarts Legacy 2 Is Officially in the Works, Confirms Warner Bros. IGN
  2. Warner Bros. Officially Confirms ‘Hogwarts Legacy 2’ Is in Development Hypebeast
  3. 'Hogwarts Legacy' sequel confirmed to be in development GMA Network
  4. How Hogwarts Legacy 2 becomes truly magical Gamereactor UK
  5. Hogwarts Legacy 2 is Officially In Development, As Warner Bros Acknowledges Its Existence In New Letter To Shareholders Wccftech
 
Have physicists finally discovered glueballs? New evidence points to yes. - ArsTechnica Wed, 12 Aug 2026 21:13:39 GMT
“It’s the strongest evidence yet that particles dominated by a glueball component can exist in nature.”
 
Twitch content has trained Amazon AI for years, but users can opt out now - ArsTechnica Wed, 12 Aug 2026 21:00:30 GMT
Streaming platform says user-generated content "may be used for future Gen AI model improvements."
 
The White House Is Going to Expand Its AI Policy - Wired Wed, 12 Aug 2026 21:00:00 GMT
Open models may soon be added to an updated AI framework, sources tell WIRED, as the White House continues to grapple with how to regulate a technology it has tried not to regulate.
 
German nonprofit files criminal complaint over Meta smart glasses privacy - Engadget Wed, 12 Aug 2026 20:43:06 GMT
Worrying about Google Glassholes almost feels quaint in comparison.
 
Things I Said Out Loud While Suffering Through King's Field 4 - Kotaku - Google Wed, 12 Aug 2026 20:30:44 GMT
Things I Said Out Loud While Suffering Through King's Field 4 Kotaku
 
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.
 
Trump sued over "brazen" scheme to sell Truth Social API access for $100K a month - ArsTechnica Wed, 12 Aug 2026 20:20:52 GMT
With Truth API, Trump is "selling priority access to news he himself generates."
 
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.
 
The Best Way to Avoid Diarrhea Lettuce? This Indoor Garden - Wired Wed, 12 Aug 2026 20:14:30 GMT
Lettuce Grow, one of my favorite indoor gardens, lets you cultivate your own salad greens safely, right in your living room. And it’s 20 percent off right now.
 
Amazon will train on Twitch streamers’ content by default, unless they opt out - TechCrunch - Google Wed, 12 Aug 2026 20:10:40 GMT
  1. Amazon will train on Twitch streamers’ content by default, unless they opt out TechCrunch
  2. Twitch users can now block Amazon from using their content to train AI BBC
  3. Twitch content has trained Amazon AI for years, but users can opt out now Ars Technica
  4. Twitch faces fury as it confirms Amazon is training AI on its livestreams Business Insider
  5. How To Stop Twitch From Training AI On Your Streams Engadget
 
The Agony of Packaging Linux Apps - Hack a Day Wed, 12 Aug 2026 20:00:54 GMT
One of the great things of Linux as an ecosystem is that there is so much choice. Yet this is also its greatest weakness, as unlike on MacOS and Windows …read more
 
US boosts drone surveillance as flesh-eating screwworms spread in Texas - ArsTechnica Wed, 12 Aug 2026 19:40:46 GMT
Hundreds of Homeland Security drones retasked to survey wildlife and livestock.
 
Xbox Reveals Stunning 3D-Moulded Gears of War: E-Day Limited Edition Controllers - IGN - Google Wed, 12 Aug 2026 19:33:53 GMT
  1. Xbox Reveals Stunning 3D-Moulded Gears of War: E-Day Limited Edition Controllers IGN
  2. Prepare for Emergence Day with the Gears of War: E-Day Limited Edition XBOX Wireless Controllers XBOX Wire
  3. Xbox Reveals Special Edition Gears of War: E-Day Wireless Controller Design and Design Lab Elements TechPowerUp
  4. Xbox Unveils Two New Official Controllers For Gears Of War E-Day Pure Xbox
  5. The Biggest Xbox Game of the Fall Is Getting Its Own Limited-Edition Controller IGN
 
FlightAware dropped its lawsuit against Kalshi after just one day - Engadget Wed, 12 Aug 2026 19:33:29 GMT
FlightAware's case against Kalshi has been voluntarily dismissed "without prejudice against all defendants."
 
Kinetic Publishing Showcase Recap: Every Reveal, Including the New Sam Barlow Game - XBOX Wire - Google Wed, 12 Aug 2026 19:32:10 GMT
  1. Kinetic Publishing Showcase Recap: Every Reveal, Including the New Sam Barlow Game XBOX Wire
  2. Kinetic Publishing Showcase recap: 5 new indie games coming to PS5 PlayStation.Blog
  3. Immortality Studio's Next Game Was Once An FMV Metroid Idea Kotaku
  4. The next big indie game publisher is taking some exciting swings The Verge
  5. Precognition revealed for Nintendo Switch 2, from Immortality and Her Story creator Nintendo Everything
 
The Gender War Over ‘Obsession’ Has Come for Theme Parks - Wired Wed, 12 Aug 2026 19:05:29 GMT
Debate over the true villain in Obsession is raging again after Universal Studios announced the movie’s female lead will be featured at an upcoming Halloween event.
 
Pixel Buds Pro 2 and 2a are getting some upgrades, including deeper Gemini integration - Engadget Wed, 12 Aug 2026 18:52:33 GMT
Google didn't have any new headphones this year, but some new features are coming to the Pixel Buds.
 
Google Unveils $29 Pixel Tag to Take On Apple's AirTag - MacRumors - Google Wed, 12 Aug 2026 18:52:17 GMT
  1. Google Unveils $29 Pixel Tag to Take On Apple's AirTag MacRumors
  2. Keep tabs on your valuables with Google Pixel Tag blog.google
  3. Google Pixel Tag is the Android answer to Apple AirTag Mashable
  4. Google Finally Launches Its Own Bluetooth Tracker, the Pixel Tag PCMag
  5. Google Now Makes Its Own AirTags and I Couldn’t Be More Stoked CNET
 
Rogue AI Agents Aren’t Evil. They’re Just Eager to Please - Wired Wed, 12 Aug 2026 18:45:00 GMT
AI agents that break free and hack into other systems are only trying to make us happy.
 
AMD's TPM implementation includes two high-severity flaws, but fixes have been available since May - TechSpot Wed, 12 Aug 2026 18:31:00 GMT

Researchers working with the Trusted Computing Group recently identified a potential security issue in AMD's TPM code, prompting the company to release new motherboard and firmware updates to address the vulnerability. The update process was not exactly swift, however, as the fixed TPM code had already been available for months....

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Read a USB Logitech Racing Wheel on an ESP32‑S3 - Hack a Day Wed, 12 Aug 2026 18:30:36 GMT
Now that MCUs like the ESP32-S3 are quite capable computer systems including USB host functionality, it only makes sense that you can connect USB peripherals like Logitech racing wheels to …read more
 
ChatGPT: What's free in 2026 and what isn't? - Engadget Wed, 12 Aug 2026 18:30:00 GMT
As of August 2026, you can send unlimited texts to ChatGPT.
 
Amazon Is Severing Ties With Two Other MMOs - Engadget - Google Wed, 12 Aug 2026 18:29:18 GMT
  1. Amazon Is Severing Ties With Two Other MMOs Engadget
  2. An Update on Lost Ark in the West Lost Ark
  3. Amazon Game Studios Divests MMOs ‘Lost Ark,’ ‘Throne and Liberty’ in Strategy Shift Variety
  4. Amazon gets out of the MMO game The Verge
  5. NC Will Take Over Publishing for Throne and Liberty By Q2 2026, Amazon Deal Coming to an End MMORPG.com
 
Amazon is severing ties with two other MMOs - Engadget Wed, 12 Aug 2026 18:29:18 GMT
Amazon is handing off MMOs Lost Ark and Throne and Liberty to other publishers.
 
An AI Agent Reportedly Hacked a Gym to Get Someone Into a Class - CNET Wed, 12 Aug 2026 18:07:46 GMT
AI agents will sometimes go to extreme lengths to accomplish the task you give them.
 
iPhone 18 Pro set to become Apple’s new default model - 9to5mac.com - Google Wed, 12 Aug 2026 17:50:00 GMT
  1. iPhone 18 Pro set to become Apple’s new default model 9to5mac.com
  2. iPhone 18 Pro Release Date: Demand Drives September Launch Forbes
  3. Apple Skipping iPhone 18 Launch This Year MacRumors
  4. iPhone 18 Pro: Three new camera upgrades are coming 9to5mac.com
  5. Apple Already Increased the Price of iPhones Up to $300. Their Price Hikes Might Be Just Starting. Yahoo Finance
 
Google to build three new subsea cables connecting Chile, Panama, and the Caribbean - TechSpot Wed, 12 Aug 2026 17:47:00 GMT

One of the new systems, Alisios, will connect the Dominican Republic, Panama, and Chile. The route will link Panama and Chile on the Pacific side while also connecting Panama with the Dominican Republic in the Caribbean.

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Twitch streamers can now refuse to let Amazon train its genAI models on their content - Engadget Wed, 12 Aug 2026 17:46:29 GMT
There's now an opt-out toggle for something that should have been opt-in to begin with.
 
Honor Launches Its Long-Awaited Robot Phone And Yes It Can Wiggle At You - Engadget - Google Wed, 12 Aug 2026 17:42:53 GMT
  1. Honor Launches Its Long-Awaited Robot Phone And Yes It Can Wiggle At You Engadget
  2. Honor’s Robot Phone is better than a gimbal in a phone has any right to be The Verge
  3. The robot smartphone that can do tricks and chat to its user Yahoo
  4. Honor Has Radically Reinvented the Phone for the Robot Age. I Played With It, and It’s Wild CNET
  5. Honor’s Robot Phone Has a Gimbal-Powered Camera for Vloggers WIRED
 
Honor launches its long-awaited Robot Phone and yes it can wiggle at you - Engadget Wed, 12 Aug 2026 17:42:53 GMT
The big news with Honor's latest is the automated pop-up camera gimbal.
 
ShareX is a powerful screenshot tool that can do a lot more - TechSpot Wed, 12 Aug 2026 17:35:00 GMT
ShareX combines screenshots, screen recording, GIF creation, annotation, and file sharing in one highly customizable app. It's lightweight and packed with useful shortcuts. ShareX is Windows-only, but you can find more great alternatives in our recently updated Essential Apps feature.
 
Final Fantasy Resonance Shows Off 11-Minute Shiva Battle and Squall Summon on PS5 - Push Square - Google Wed, 12 Aug 2026 17:30:00 GMT
  1. Final Fantasy Resonance Shows Off 11-Minute Shiva Battle and Squall Summon on PS5 Push Square
  2. Final Fantasy 7's Cloud Officially Returns in New Game October 22 Comic Book Resources
  3. Final Fantasy Resonance Trailer Previews Shantotto Vision Final Weapon
  4. Check out over 16 minutes of gameplay from Final Fantasy Resonance gonintendo.com
  5. Final Fantasy Resonance Is Inheriting Two Of Brave Exvius’ Coolest Features, Minus The Gacha Yahoo Tech
 
iPhone Ultra’s cameras might get very unorthodox placement, per leak - 9to5mac.com - Google Wed, 12 Aug 2026 17:27:00 GMT
  1. iPhone Ultra’s cameras might get very unorthodox placement, per leak 9to5mac.com
  2. ‘Everyone’ at Apple is already calling the folding iPhone ‘Ultra’ Macworld
  3. Everyone at Apple is calling the foldable 'iPhone Ultra' AppleInsider
  4. iPhone Ultra vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8: Key Differences Gadget Hacks
  5. iPhone Ultra's Two Selfie Cameras Could Sit in the Same Corner MacRumors
 
Two hydrogen-burning engines powered this car to a new land speed record - ArsTechnica Wed, 12 Aug 2026 17:01:11 GMT
JCB has invested heavily in hydrogen to power its diggers and other machinery.
 
Procrastineers Rejoice! 2026 Supercon Call For Participation Extended - Hack a Day Wed, 12 Aug 2026 17:00:20 GMT
A few weeks ago, we put out the call for participation for this year’s 2026 Hackaday Supercon, taking place in Pasadena, CA this November. Today was going to be the …read more
 
I'm more excited about smartphone colors than any actual new features in 2026 - Engadget Wed, 12 Aug 2026 17:00:00 GMT
Forget AI, we are most looking forward to fun new colors this coming hardware season.
 
Google's $29 Pixel Tag helps you keep track of your valuables - TechSpot Wed, 12 Aug 2026 16:50:00 GMT

The Pixel Tag is compatible with devices running Android 9 or newer. To pair, simply remove the battery pull tab, position the Pixel Tag near your device, and follow the on-screen instructions. During setup, you will be able to create a custom name for your tracker or choose one from...

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US tries to override New York gambling laws, orders Kalshi to keep operating - ArsTechnica Wed, 12 Aug 2026 16:33:43 GMT
Trump admin claims New York suing Kalshi created "market emergency."
 
HDMI splitter vs. HDMI switch: How are they different? - Engadget Wed, 12 Aug 2026 16:30:00 GMT
If you've got a jumble of HDMI cables behind your entertainment center, one of these devices might help.
 
How to use a vocal remover to strip vocals from any song for free - TechSpot Wed, 12 Aug 2026 16:23:00 GMT

Removing vocals from a song used to be the sort of job that required audio expertise, specialist software, and a lot of patience. For those of us who aren't professional sound technicians, separating a finished track into individual parts can be more than frustrating.

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Amazon Is Offering a Great Deal on a GeForce RTX 5070 Ti Gaming PC, and It Includes Two Upcoming AAA Games - IGN - Google Wed, 12 Aug 2026 16:20:00 GMT
  1. Amazon Is Offering a Great Deal on a GeForce RTX 5070 Ti Gaming PC, and It Includes Two Upcoming AAA Games IGN
  2. Save over $600 on a massive 18-inch gaming laptop as it falls to a new all-time low price at Amazon — Acer's Predator Helios Neo 18 AI packs an RTX 5070 Ti and 32GB of memory Tom's Hardware
  3. 4K-gaming powerhouse RTX 5080, 7 9800X3D prebuild drops to its lowest price in 30 days with Newegg deal PC Guide
  4. Want a PC upgrade that won't drain your savings? This gaming CPU at 26% off is a no-brainer Windows Central
  5. MSI's Katana 15 gaming laptop is on a limited-time deal at Amazon — act fast to save over $300 Mashable
 
Phantom Blade Zero PS5 Demo Leaks Before Next Week's State of Play - Push Square - Google Wed, 12 Aug 2026 16:00:00 GMT
  1. Phantom Blade Zero PS5 Demo Leaks Before Next Week's State of Play Push Square
  2. Watch the Phantom Blade Zero gameplay deep dive State of Play on August 17, pre-orders live today PlayStation.Blog
  3. New Phantom Blade Zero Trailer Reveals Donnie Yen And An Upcoming State of Play Game Informer
  4. Sony Announces Phantom Blade Zero State of Play and Everyone Knows How the Chat Is Going to Go IGN
  5. PlayStation 5 Users Can Play Major Upcoming RPG for Free Soon, Per Leak PlayStation LifeStyle
 
Scientists found a way to generate quantum entanglement using sunlight, not lasers - TechSpot Wed, 12 Aug 2026 15:42:00 GMT

The research, which was published in Optica, does not suggest that sunlight can replace laser-based quantum sources. Those systems remain more precise and produce stronger results. But the study shows that the light used to create entangled photons does not necessarily have to come from a laser, challenging the long-standing...

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Lazarus hackers exploited Windows zero-day to target defense firms - BleepingComputer - Google Wed, 12 Aug 2026 15:38:08 GMT
  1. Lazarus hackers exploited Windows zero-day to target defense firms BleepingComputer
  2. Lazarus Exploits Windows Zero-Day to Gain SYSTEM Access and Deploy Backdoor The Hacker News
  3. CISA gives federal agencies two weeks to patch Microsoft bug exploited in DPRK campaign The Record from Recorded Future News
  4. Shattering the Dream – When a Job Offer Becomes a Zero-Day Attack Check Point Research
  5. Microsoft Plugs Nearly 400 Security Holes Krebs on Security
 
Watch Today’s Eclipse at Home - Hack a Day Wed, 12 Aug 2026 15:30:57 GMT
In a few hours, there is a solar eclipse that will be visible with a track that goes from Spain up through Greenland. Too late to travel for it, but …read more
 
The pros and cons of using a digital wallet - Engadget Wed, 12 Aug 2026 15:30:00 GMT
If you're not yet using the digital wallet -- Apple Wallet or Google Wallet -- on your phone, there are some good reasons to start.
 
Ghost of Yōtei Complete Edition arrives October 1 and includes a new story arc - Engadget Wed, 12 Aug 2026 15:27:46 GMT
Ghost of Yōtei Complete Edition arrives October 1 and includes a new story arc.
 
Booksellers suspect AI firms are buying and then destroying rare books - ArsTechnica Wed, 12 Aug 2026 15:19:17 GMT
AI firms quietly bulk buying rare books face resistance from booksellers.
 
After Microsoft threatened legal action, a security researcher publishes a new Windows zero-day bug - TechCrunch - Google Wed, 12 Aug 2026 15:18:55 GMT
  1. After Microsoft threatened legal action, a security researcher publishes a new Windows zero-day bug TechCrunch
  2. Microsoft-vendetta hacker has a new zero day that gives system privileges on fully patched Windows theregister.com
  3. Vengeful researcher unfixes Microsoft’s fix: Defender abused to gain System privileges again Cybernews
  4. ShieldBreak Zero-Day PoC Claims Microsoft Defender Patch Bypass With SYSTEM Access The Hacker News
  5. Researcher bypasses Microsoft Defender security patch, seizing control csoonline.com
 
New Ghost Of Yōtei Story Content And Roguelike Mode Arriving In October - Game Informer - Google Wed, 12 Aug 2026 15:14:31 GMT
  1. New Ghost Of Yōtei Story Content And Roguelike Mode Arriving In October Game Informer
  2. Ghost of Yōtei Complete Edition Comes to PS5 October 1 PlayStation.Blog
  3. Ghost Of Yotei Expansion Coming This Fall, Will Add New Story Missions And Roguelike Mode Kotaku
  4. Slick samurai simulator Ghost of Yōtei finally getting some DLC Boing Boing
  5. Ghost of Yōtei Complete Edition Announced, New Content Confirmed IGN
 
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.
 
NYC could force Amazon and FedEx to directly employ its delivery drivers - TechSpot Wed, 12 Aug 2026 14:54:00 GMT

Proponents of the Delivery Protection Act claim that it will offer major benefits to e-commerce employees working for companies like Amazon, FedEx, DHL, FreshDirect, and DoorDash. These include higher wages, better work hours, safer working conditions, improved healthcare benefits, and more paid time off, especially in cases of injuries while...

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‘Palworld’ Patch Notes: Big Buffs For Way Less Grinding - Forbes - Google Wed, 12 Aug 2026 14:42:57 GMT
  1. ‘Palworld’ Patch Notes: Big Buffs For Way Less Grinding Forbes
  2. Palworld v1.0.3 patch notes: Everything new in the August 12 update Currently.com
  3. Palworld Update Fixes The Game’s Biggest Frustration GameSpot
  4. Palworld Update 1.101.283 for Version 1.0.3 Brings Balance Changes MP1st
  5. Palworld v1.0.3 Cuts Holy Water Grind and Unlocks Jetragon Nine Levels Earlier Tech Times
 
Modders give the Steam Machine a Radeon eGPU and water cooling, because why not - TechSpot Wed, 12 Aug 2026 14:23:00 GMT

Two recent modding projects aim to substantially boost the Steam Machine's performance. One modder discovered a roundabout method of adding external graphics, while another built a water block from scratch to achieve dramatically lower temperatures.

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Google’s Pixel Watch 5 Can Now Detect Breathing Emergencies - Wired Wed, 12 Aug 2026 14:07:59 GMT
The company is also adding blood pressure and insulin resistance trends as proactive monitoring tools in the Google Health app.
 
Google's newest Pixel Watch feature can monitor your blood pressure and insulin resistance - Engadget Wed, 12 Aug 2026 14:04:14 GMT
Google says its new tools can act as an early warning system for diabetes.
 
8 Best Uses For The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8's Wide Screen - bgr.com - Google Wed, 12 Aug 2026 14:02:00 GMT
  1. 8 Best Uses For The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8's Wide Screen bgr.com
  2. Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra review: the top dog of folding Androids The Guardian
  3. Is the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 waterproof? Android Central
  4. I tested the Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra and Razr Fold's cameras at a Lego event. The winner was a shock Android Police
  5. Galaxy Z Fold 8's wider shape still survives bend test, teardown shows off titanium and poor Qi placement [Video] 9to5Google
 
Google reveals 2026 hardware lineup: Pixel 11, Pixel Watch 5, and Pixel Tag - ArsTechnica Wed, 12 Aug 2026 14:00:51 GMT
Google focuses more on AI and curated experiences than spec upgrades in 2026.
 
Google's Pixel Watch 5 gets offline Gemini support, improved GPS-tracking and a slightly higher price - Engadget - Google Wed, 12 Aug 2026 14:00:00 GMT
  1. Google's Pixel Watch 5 gets offline Gemini support, improved GPS-tracking and a slightly higher price Engadget
  2. Pixel Watch 5: Proactive assistance and advanced health tracking on your wrist blog.google
  3. Google’s Wearables Will Track Insulin Resistance in Category First Bloomberg
  4. The Pixel Watch 5 Makes One of My Favorite Watches Better, but More Expensive CNET
  5. Google unveils Health Guardian features for Pixel Watch, Fitbit MobiHealthNews
 
I Tried Pixel 11’s New Gemini Features. One Made Me Sound Fluent in Spanish - CNET Wed, 12 Aug 2026 14:00:00 GMT
Exclusive: I stopped by Google’s HQ to demo the Pixel 11’s new AI features and hear from the people who brought them to life.
 
I Tested the Pixel 11 Pro’s Camera in Beautiful Paris - CNET Wed, 12 Aug 2026 14:00:00 GMT
Google’s new Pixel 11 Pro come with some new camera hardware and a lot of wonderful software additions. And I have the photos to prove it.
 
The Pixel Watch 5 Makes One of My Favorite Watches Better, but More Expensive - CNET Wed, 12 Aug 2026 14:00:00 GMT
Hands-on: The Pixel Watch 5’s new workout builder fills a key gap in AI coaching, but its higher prices make the case for upgrading a tougher sell.
 
Google Pixel 11 Series, Pixel Watch 5, Pixel Tag: Specs, Features, Price, Release Date - Wired Wed, 12 Aug 2026 14:00:00 GMT
The Pixel 11 smartphone lineup is here, alongside the Pixel Watch 5 and the all-new Pixel Tag.
 
With the Pixel 11 Pro Fold, Google Doubles Down on Durability - CNET Wed, 12 Aug 2026 14:00:00 GMT
Google says its new book-style foldable is tougher and thinner – which could make the steep $1,899 price a little easier to swallow.
 
This is the $1,900 Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold - Engadget Wed, 12 Aug 2026 14:00:00 GMT
Fly like a (Tensor) G6.
 
Pixel 11 Pro Fold vs Galaxy Z Fold 8: How Google and Samsung's foldables stack up - Engadget Wed, 12 Aug 2026 14:00:00 GMT
Samsung and Google have increasingly different approaches to folding phones.
 
Everything Google announced today: Pixel Tag, Pixel 11 series and Pixel Watch 5 - Engadget Wed, 12 Aug 2026 14:00:00 GMT
The Pixel Tag, Pixel 11 and Pixel Watch 5 are here.
 
Pixel 11 Pro vs Galaxy S26 Ultra: Comparing their cameras, display, battery and specs - Engadget Wed, 12 Aug 2026 14:00:00 GMT
Google's most powerful flagships take aim at Samsung's crown.
 
4 New Camera Tricks on Google’s Latest Pixel 11 Smartphones - Wired Wed, 12 Aug 2026 14:00:00 GMT
From Magic Capture and Instant Night Sight to a built-in teleprompter, here’s a look at a few camera features on Google’s new Pixel 11 series.
 
The Pixel 11 Pro XL Has Main Character Energy Despite a $100 Price Hike - CNET Wed, 12 Aug 2026 14:00:00 GMT
I took Google’s new flagship Android phone to Paris to test its new camera and features.
 
The "Godmother of AI" says the biggest AI risk in schools isn't cheating – it's students losing the desire to learn - TechSpot Wed, 12 Aug 2026 13:58:00 GMT

Speaking on an episode of the science podcast Huberman Lab this week, Li talked about the fears around how students are using AI.

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Researchers found a way to hijack devices through Zoom screen sharing - ArsTechnica Wed, 12 Aug 2026 13:37:12 GMT
A public AI tool found the dangerous Zoom flaw in under 20 prompts.
 
Formula E finds a new home on Disney+, ESPN+ - ArsTechnica Wed, 12 Aug 2026 13:35:30 GMT
The deal starts with the arrival of the GEN4 car and 2026-27 season this December.
 
Chrome's new security feature could make stolen session cookies virtually useless - TechSpot Wed, 12 Aug 2026 13:33:00 GMT

The change targets a common method of account takeover. Attackers who obtain a browser session cookie can sometimes load it into another browser and gain access to an account without entering the victim's password or completing two-factor authentication. Device-bound session credentials are designed to stop that by requiring proof that...

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A four-year-old budget CPU is outselling AMD's best gaming chip in some markets - TechSpot Wed, 12 Aug 2026 13:06:00 GMT

AMD's senior marketing director, Sasa Marinkovic, recently shared a snapshot of the 30 top-selling CPUs on Amazon. The company occupied all but four spots, including the entire top 10. It's a deserved flex, as Intel has yet to meaningfully respond to AMD's last three generations of desktop processors. However, Marinkovic...

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Exclusive: New Crunchyroll Collab Brings Anime Streaming to Cars - CNET Wed, 12 Aug 2026 13:00:00 GMT
Anime on wheels? The app will soon take entertainment on the road.
 
Insta360’s next 360-degree action cam puts bigger sensors in a smaller design - The Verge - Google Wed, 12 Aug 2026 13:00:00 GMT
  1. Insta360’s next 360-degree action cam puts bigger sensors in a smaller design The Verge
  2. Meet the Next-Gen 360 Camera: Insta360 X6 Initial Review Racer X
  3. Insta360 X6 Review: Without Question, the Best 360 Camera CNET
  4. Insta360 X6 Review: A 360 Camera With A Little Something For Everyone Engadget
  5. Insta360 Takes a Big Swing With Its Bold New X6 360° Camera Capable of 8K50p Video No Film School
 
Oblivion Remastered Could Finally Be Fixed on PS5 as Bethesda Promises 'Optimisations' Patch - Push Square - Google Wed, 12 Aug 2026 12:45:00 GMT
  1. Oblivion Remastered Could Finally Be Fixed on PS5 as Bethesda Promises 'Optimisations' Patch Push Square
  2. Oblivion Remastered Is Fine On Switch 2, But Fans Want A PS5 Patch Kotaku
  3. The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered (Switch 2) Review Nintendo World Report
  4. Bethesda Acknowledges Demand for Oblivion Remastered Patch, Calls for Calm Digital Foundry
  5. First Nintendo Switch 2 gameplay revealed for The Elder Scrolls 4: Oblivion Remastered Nintendo Everything
 
Tesla knew some of its headlights were twice as bright as legally allowed, now it's recalling 20,000 vehicles - TechSpot Wed, 12 Aug 2026 12:38:00 GMT

The affected vehicles consists of 1,614 Model 3 sedans built between July 24, 2017, and December 2, 2023, and 18,735 Model Y crossovers manufactured between February 11, 2020, and December 24, 2023.

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Did poop enable the evolution of complex animals? - ArsTechnica Wed, 12 Aug 2026 12:34:38 GMT
In a recent study, evolution gets even messier than usual.
 
Honor’s Robot Phone Has a Gimbal-Powered Camera for Vloggers - Wired Wed, 12 Aug 2026 12:30:00 GMT
Honor’s new China-exclusive Android phone features a pop-out motorized gimbal camera designed to replace your action cam.
 
Helldivers 2: Devoid of Liberty – Meet the SEAF Squad Assembled to Take on The Illuminate - XBOX Wire - Google Wed, 12 Aug 2026 12:02:04 GMT
  1. Helldivers 2: Devoid of Liberty – Meet the SEAF Squad Assembled to Take on The Illuminate XBOX Wire
  2. PlayStation Plus Game Catalog for August: Helldivers 2, Kingdom Come Deliverance II, Vampire Survivors, Hell is Us and more PlayStation.Blog
  3. August's PS Plus Games Catalog Update Adds Helldivers 2, Metro, And More Kotaku
  4. PlayStation Plus Game Catalog for August 2026 Confirmed IGN
  5. A 2025 GOTY Contender and a Must-play Soulslike Lead a Stacked PlayStation Plus Game Catalog Lineup Polygon.com
 
A years-long investigation just unmasked a major torrent pirate, the how remains unclear - TechSpot Wed, 12 Aug 2026 12:02:00 GMT

Police arrested Masakazu Ono, 56, of Sagamihara in Kanagawa Prefecture. He is accused of acting as an initial seeder, meaning he was allegedly the first person to make complete files available for others to download. One of the files tied to the case was reportedly Midnight Taxi, a 2026 drama...

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This Coin-Sized Device Can Hack a Boeing 737 - Wired Wed, 12 Aug 2026 12:00:00 GMT
Security researchers found that in less than 60 seconds, they could open a hatch on a plane’s exterior, plug in a tiny device, and redirect the aircraft’s autopilot or sabotage its flight plan.
 
Meccha Chameleon has now sold 20 million copies in two months - Eurogamer.net - Google Wed, 12 Aug 2026 11:49:44 GMT
  1. Meccha Chameleon has now sold 20 million copies in two months Eurogamer.net
  2. Meccha Chameleon Hits 20 Million Sales Insider Gaming
  3. Meccha Chameleon becomes global hit for Japanese indie game developer Nikkei Asia
  4. 2026 Indie Just Became One Of The Five-Fastest Selling Games Ever TheGamer
  5. Steam Phenomenon Breaks New Records. 20 Million Copies of Meccha Chameleon Sold ixbt.games
 
How to Select the Office Chair That’s Right For You - Wired Wed, 12 Aug 2026 11:32:00 GMT
Not all office chairs are right for all people. I asked an ergonomist how to select the right office chair for your budget, height, and physique.
 
Honor Has Radically Reinvented the Phone for the Robot Age. I Played With It, and It’s Wild - CNET Wed, 12 Aug 2026 11:31:33 GMT
I attended the launch of Honor’s Robot Phone in China. I’m so glad this bold device is actually going on sale.
 
FBI warns hackers are breaking into social media accounts to steal and sell users' nude photos - TechSpot Wed, 12 Aug 2026 11:15:00 GMT

The FBI's warning concerns what it calls sexual exploitation actors. These criminals target specific people they are interested in, who may be strangers or known to them, as well as opportunistic victims. Once inside an account, they search for sexually explicit photos and videos, steal them without the owner's knowledge,...

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Exclusive: This is Lenovo's IdeaPad Vibe, its answer to the MacBook Neo, and it comes in 7 colors - Windows Latest - Google Wed, 12 Aug 2026 11:05:57 GMT
  1. Exclusive: This is Lenovo's IdeaPad Vibe, its answer to the MacBook Neo, and it comes in 7 colors Windows Latest
  2. Leak Tips Lenovo IdeaPad Vibe as Colorful MacBook Neo Alternative With Arm CPU Option TechPowerUp
  3. Lenovo’s IdeaPad Vibe Laptop Leaks in Seven Colors With Snapdragon and AMD Variants windowsreport.com
  4. Lenovo Has a Colorful New MacBook Neo Rival Coming With Better Ports The Mac Observer
  5. Lenovo IdeaPad Vibe Leak Unveils A Colorful MacBook Neo Rival HotHardware
 
Google is quietly testing out new ways to crush the human spirit - SFGATE - Google Wed, 12 Aug 2026 11:04:18 GMT
  1. Google is quietly testing out new ways to crush the human spirit SFGATE
  2. After 25 years, Google's iconic Search button is disappearing for some users — and this is the replacement tomsguide.com
  3. Google is testing a new homepage that buries the search button for AI TechSpot
  4. Google tests new Search homepage with AI shortcuts varindia.com
  5. Google will introduce new buttons in its search bar to enhance its AI capabilities Marketing4eCommerce
 
Ego 1300 Electric Mower Review: Tame Your Lawn Without Gas - Wired Wed, 12 Aug 2026 11:00:00 GMT
Ego’s newest, biggest, self-propelled mower handles larger yards in less time with impressive performance and battery life.
 
The Job-Interview Tattoo Guy Everyone Got Mad at Finally Explains Himself - Wired Wed, 12 Aug 2026 10:45:00 GMT
LemonLime cofounder Jordan Zietz hears your criticism loud and clear. That’s why he got his startup’s logo tattooed on his shoulder.
 
Oh Lord, AI Reporters Are Actually Breaking Big News - Wired Wed, 12 Aug 2026 10:30:00 GMT
Last week, an AI newsroom beat mainstream journalists—including WIRED—to a story about OpenAI and hacking. It’s just the beginning.
 
The Best Action Cameras for All Your Craziest Adventures (2026) - Wired Wed, 12 Aug 2026 10:30:00 GMT
Gearing up to shred the slopes or dive into the seas? These photography tools are made for danger.
 
Samsung Odyssey G80HS 32" Review: Going 6K - TechSpot Wed, 12 Aug 2026 10:22:00 GMT
Samsung's Odyssey G80HS combines a razor-sharp 6K 165Hz display with a 3K 330Hz dual mode, promising the best of productivity and gaming, but its hefty sticker price comes with compromises.
 
McDonald’s Built a 515-Page Dossier on Me. It Says I’ll Never Stop Eating There - Wired Wed, 12 Aug 2026 10:15:00 GMT
I requested a copy of my data from McDonald’s loyalty program and received an extensive, personalized report that algorithmically predicts my next purchase.
 
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.
 
Big Tech Wants to Harvest Your Thoughts - Wired Wed, 12 Aug 2026 10:00:00 GMT
Silicon Valley companies are already working on neurotechnology products that track your brain activity. The next privacy frontier might be the things you only think.
 
FEMA's ‘Shadow Administrator’ Was Paid by a DOGE Member's Startup for Months - Wired Wed, 12 Aug 2026 10:00:00 GMT
Details from recent court filings show that DOGE's influence within government—and potential conflicts of interest—extend further than previously known.
 
‘The Worst I’ve Ever Seen’: Cargo Thefts Have Turned Violent in Pursuit of AI Hardware - Wired Wed, 12 Aug 2026 10:00:00 GMT
Experts allege that two recent incidents in California show the extreme lengths that criminal organizations are willing to go to to steal servers and other gear meant for data centers.
 
You’re Thinking About Online Trends All Wrong - Wired Wed, 12 Aug 2026 09:30:00 GMT
From pessimism around dating to AI reshaping culture, cyber-ethnographer Ruby J. Thelot tells WIRED why people are putting too much stock into things that go viral.
 
8 Great Deals From Patagonia’s Past-Season Sale - Wired Wed, 12 Aug 2026 09:09:00 GMT
Summer’s not over yet; pick up some new gear for that last Labor Day trip. Save up to 40 percent on some of our favorite Patagonia items at the company’s past-season sale.
 
'One flag for each laid off dev:' Union workers stage unmissable protest for Xbox boss Asha Sharma - Game Developer - Google Wed, 12 Aug 2026 09:04:51 GMT
  1. 'One flag for each laid off dev:' Union workers stage unmissable protest for Xbox boss Asha Sharma Game Developer
  2. Fans Try To Decipher The Elder Scrolls VI’s Censored Subtitle Forbes
  3. The Elder Scrolls 6 Demo to Xbox Leadership Included a Giant Inflatable Rat, Placed Outside Bethesda Offices in Protest at Microsoft's Mass Layoffs IGN
  4. In Protest Of Mass Layoffs, Bethesda Devs Greet Xbox Leadership With A Giant Inflatable Rat Kotaku
  5. Xbox Boss Reveals Brief Thoughts On Elder Scrolls 6 After Seeing A 'Live Playthrough' Pure Xbox
 
A Candidate Named ‘Count Binface’ Is the Most Normal Part of This Pivotal UK Election - Wired Wed, 12 Aug 2026 09:01:14 GMT
Clacton's parliamentary race has it all: Nigel Farage, a man dressed as a trash can, a Union Jack bikini, white nationalist conspiracy theories, and 34 candidates on the ballot.
 
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.
 
The solar eclipse is today, but don't take photos of it with your phone - Mashable - Google Wed, 12 Aug 2026 07:35:53 GMT
  1. The solar eclipse is today, but don't take photos of it with your phone Mashable
  2. One Tech Tip: Using your smartphone to capture the August total solar eclipse over Europe AP News
  3. Can capturing the solar eclipse harm your phone's camera? GovTech
  4. Plan your perfect 2026 total solar eclipse experience with these smartphone apps Space
  5. How to capture the solar eclipse – without frying your phone The Irish Times
 
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.
 
Design Within Reach Promo Codes: 30% Off | August 2026 - Wired Wed, 12 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.
 
Hostinger Promo Code: 79% Off for August 2026 - Wired Wed, 12 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.
 
Barkbox Promo Codes and Discounts: Up to 50% Off - Wired Wed, 12 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Save on Barkbox subscriptions, including monthly themed collections of plush toys, tough chews, and healthy snacks designed to keep your pup’s tail wagging.
 
LegalZoom Promo Code: Exclusive 10% Off LLC Formations - Wired Wed, 12 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Save on top services at LegalZoom, like LLC registration, incorporation, estate plans, and more with coupons and deals from WIRED.
 
Hoka Coupon Codes: 30% Off in August 2026 - Wired Wed, 12 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Unlock free expedited shipping or 10% off with today’s Hoka discount codes, plus save up to 30% with the best discounts for August 2026.
 
OnePlus Promo Codes: 30% Off August 2026 - Wired Wed, 12 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Save 30% with a OnePlus coupon in August 2026, plus save up to 10% on earbuds, phones, and more.
 
20% Off Brooks Promo Code | August 2026 - Wired Wed, 12 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Enjoy 20% off your first order with a Brooks coupon code, plus top discounts and deals on our favorite Brooks running shoes.
 
Nike Promo Codes and Discounts: 30% for August 2026 - Wired Wed, 12 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Check out our deals for Nike this August 2026, including 15% off select purchases.
 
Motley Fool Promo Code: $200 Off on Stock Advisor August 2026 - Wired Wed, 12 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.
 
Vimeo Promo Codes and Discounts: Up to 40% Off This August 2026 - Wired Wed, 12 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Enjoy 25% off a membership, 40% off, plus an additional 10% off annual plans, and more deals to save at Vimeo.
 
Rover Promo Codes and Referral Deals for 2026 - Wired Wed, 12 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Score your Rover promo code for 2026.
 
Zoro Coupon Codes: 55% Off August - Wired Wed, 12 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Find the best Zoro coupon codes, deals, and free shipping offers to save big on industrial equipment, tools, and supplies this month.
 
Sam's Club Promo Codes and Membership Deals for August 2026 - Wired Wed, 12 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Save on bulk groceries, household essentials, and electronics with a verified Sam's Club promo code or membership discount.
 
Walmart Promo Codes: Up to 65% Off for August 2026 - Wired Wed, 12 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Score $10 off with our Walmart promo codes and coupon, and shop flash deals up to 65% off today.
 
Paramount+ Coupon Codes and Deals for August 2026 - Wired Wed, 12 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Save on streaming with the latest Paramount+ promo codes and deals, including 50% off subscriptions, free trials, and more.
 
Chegg Coupon Codes August 2026: Save on Study, Textbooks, & More - Wired Wed, 12 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Unlock Chegg promo codes, student discounts, and free trials for Chegg Study and Chegg Writing.
 
Aspyr Announces The Lord of the Rings: War in the North Legacy Edition , Out Now on PC & Consoles! - Games Press - Google Wed, 12 Aug 2026 01:28:41 GMT
  1. Aspyr Announces The Lord of the Rings: War in the North Legacy Edition , Out Now on PC & Consoles! Games Press
  2. Aspyr Shadow Drops The Lord of the Rings: War in the North Legacy Edition, Promises More Re-Releases Men's Journal
  3. ‘Lord Of The Rings’ classic game gets surprise remaster – and more are on the way NME
  4. PS5 Remaster of 2011 Action RPG Surprise Drops on PlayStation Store Yahoo
  5. The Lord Of The Rings: War In The North Re-Release Promises To Be The First Of Many From The Tolkien Catalog Kotaku
 
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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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.
 
Samsung is Starting to Catch Up to Apple on Hearing Health - MacRumors - Google Wed, 12 Aug 2026 00:01:43 GMT
  1. Samsung is Starting to Catch Up to Apple on Hearing Health MacRumors
  2. Samsung’s Hearing Aid Feature on Galaxy Buds Cleared by FDA Samsung Mobile Press
  3. Samsung’s Galaxy Buds Are About To Steal One of AirPods’ Best Accessibility Features Gizmodo
  4. After Apple, Samsung is bringing hearing aid feature to Galaxy Buds starting this year India Today
  5. FDA clears Galaxy Buds to function as hearing aids The Korea Herald
 
Ultrarare Nintendo Mario game cartridges discovered in Wisconsin - NBC News - Google Tue, 11 Aug 2026 22:53:12 GMT
  1. Ultrarare Nintendo Mario game cartridges discovered in Wisconsin NBC News
  2. Nearly 100 never-before-seen Nintendo cartridges found in Wisconsin game shop ABC News - Breaking News, Latest News and Videos
  3. Ultrarare Nintendo game cartridges discovered in Wisconsin OregonLive.com
  4. Rare Nintendo cartridges of Super Mario Bros. and Duck Hunt found in Waukesha, Wisconsin storage could be worth millions ABC7 Los Angeles
  5. The tourism industry proposes alternative ways of visiting the French capital amid cycling boom AP News
 
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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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.
 
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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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.
 
Apple extends 2026 Back to School deals on Macs and iPads until September 24 - 9to5mac.com - Google Tue, 11 Aug 2026 21:35:00 GMT
  1. Apple extends 2026 Back to School deals on Macs and iPads until September 24 9to5mac.com
  2. Save on MacBooks, iPads, AirPods and Apple Watches with Apple back-to-school deals CNN
  3. Apple Extends 2026 Back to School Promotion Until September 24 MacRumors
  4. The Best Student Discounts on Streaming Services, Subscriptions and Tech Yahoo
  5. Apple Back-to-School Sale: The Financial Reality Behind the Student Discounts Lavender Hotel
 
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.
 
The Biggest Meteor Shower Peaks Tonight. Here’s How to Watch It Live - CNET Tue, 11 Aug 2026 21:15:40 GMT
Don’t worry if you can’t travel to a good viewing spot. NASA has you covered.
 
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.
 
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.
 
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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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.
 
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.
 
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?
 
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. These Clothing Patterns Can Help You Hide From Surveillance Cameras extremetech.com
  5. Could a Shirt Fool Facial Recognition? The Answer Is Complicated CNET
 
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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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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The Legend of Zelda 40th Anniversary Nintendo Switch 2 Console Images Reportedly Leak - IGN - Google Tue, 11 Aug 2026 17:27:31 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. Zelda 40th Anniversary Switch 2 Leaks: Ocarina of Time ESRB Clue Points to Great Fairy Redesign Tech Times
  4. GTA VI to get an unexpected competitor: Nintendo prepares a big premiere on November 19 - rumor ixbt.games
  5. Leak reveals a Zelda-themed Switch 2 and Pro Controller hanafuda.report overkill.wtf
 
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.
 
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. Grounded 2 (PS5) Early Access Review: Second Time’s (Still) The Charm PlayStation LifeStyle
  3. Grounded 2: Obsidian's survival game is now available Sortir à Paris
  4. Grounded 2: Into the Abyss Screenshot 1 Kotaku
  5. REVIEW: Grounded 2 rocks already in Early Access on PS5 PlayFront
 
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
  3. Elden Ring: Tarnished Edition Switch 2 Trailer Focuses on Its Story siliconera.com
  4. Elden Ring Tarnished Edition: Story Spotlight Techgenyz
  5. Elden Ring Tarnished Edition gets a new story spotlight trailer ahead of its Switch 2 launch later this month RPG Site
 
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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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.
 
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. Sony Is Releasing a Limited-Edition ‘Marvel’s Wolverine’ PS5 Bundle Hypebeast
  4. Sony Announces Wolverine PS5 Console, But It Won’t Play Discs Kotaku
  5. Home Previews A special controller and mask for Marvel's Wolverine have been announced. virus.hr
 
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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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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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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What’s In The $100 ‘GTA VI’ Ultimate Edition, Which Most Fans Are Buying - Forbes - Google Tue, 11 Aug 2026 14:16:31 GMT
  1. What’s In The $100 ‘GTA VI’ Ultimate Edition, Which Most Fans Are Buying Forbes
  2. ‘GTA 6’ Pre-Orders Reach ‘Unprecedented and Astonishing’ Level in June Quarter, Take-Two Interactive CEO Says Variety
  3. Take-Two touts 'unprecedented GTA VI pre-orders', but maintains bookings target Reuters
  4. 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
  5. Take-Two CEO Admits GTA 6 Could Have Cost More Than $80, but Rockstar Chose Restraint and Overdelivered Value Wccftech
 
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. View Photos of the 2027 Dodge Charger Super Bee Launch Edition Car and Driver
  3. GLH hot hatch, Super Bee seek to put performance charge back into Dodge Automotive News
  4. Dodge Says It's Making A GLH Hot Hatch Crossover With Performance 'People Didn't Quite See Coming' Jalopnik
  5. Beyond the Super Bee: Here’s How Dodge May Make the Charger Even Wilder Autoblog
 
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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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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SpaceX wants to put 1 million AI satellites in orbit. What would that do to Earth's climate? - Space - Google Tue, 11 Aug 2026 13:00:00 GMT
  1. SpaceX wants to put 1 million AI satellites in orbit. What would that do to Earth's climate? Space
  2. Why space is actually a terrible place to cool a data center The New Stack
  3. Scientist are not happy with Spacex, Amazon and other companies’ plan to build millions of 'data centers’ in Space; raise 'Night Sky' warning The Times of India
  4. Free Sunlight, No Neighbors. What Could Go Wrong? The Provincetown Independent
  5. Data centers in space? NASA's head honcho says, why not? WFMZ.com
 
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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With a feel for physics, AI models simulate a wider range of real-world scenarios - MIT Mon, 10 Aug 2026 19:25:00 GMT
“GeoPT” helps AI models understand the basics of physics so they can simulate how objects respond to things like wind and water more efficiently and accurately.
 
High-orbit satellites could light the way for travel to the moon - MIT Mon, 10 Aug 2026 18:10:00 GMT
Acting as cooperative optical beacons, the satellites could provide GPS-like navigation and communications support for spacecraft operating across cislunar space.
 
MIT researchers tackle the economic realities of fusion power - MIT Mon, 10 Aug 2026 04:00:00 GMT
Their new study aims to give budding industry a framework for understanding how fusion can be profitable.
 
Physicists watch a material’s electrons assemble, and reassemble, into coexisting phases - MIT Fri, 07 Aug 2026 09:00:00 GMT
The study could help scientists understand how superconductivity and other more complex phenomena emerge in quantum materials.
 
Akirah Bradley-Armstrong named vice chancellor for student life - MIT Thu, 06 Aug 2026 20:55:00 GMT
An experienced student affairs leader is joining MIT to oversee the next chapter for the Division of Student Life.
 
A new way to watch heat move through electronics - MIT Thu, 06 Aug 2026 04:00:00 GMT
MIT researchers can now precisely measure how heat moves through multilayered materials like computer chips.
 
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.
 
Past is prologue for geopolitical developments - MIT Tue, 04 Aug 2026 20:25:00 GMT
DUSP Associate Professor Jason Jackson’s latest book compares how two countries chose radically different paths to economic independence.
 
Reframing leadership as a design problem - MIT Tue, 04 Aug 2026 20:00:00 GMT
Nicholas de Monchaux reflects on guiding the MIT Department of Architecture through a period of dramatic change for the profession.
 
Solving the solvent problem - MIT Tue, 04 Aug 2026 18:50:00 GMT
By focusing on electrolytes, MIT scientists are making sodium-metal batteries a more practical energy storage option.
 
The benefits of medical AI assistance vary based on user expertise - MIT Tue, 04 Aug 2026 09:00:00 GMT
Study finds non-experts deferred to LLM-based diagnostic assistance, even when it was wrong, while clinicians caught AI errors.
 
Equifax Customers Can Claim Part of a $2.2M Class Action Settlement This Month - CNET Mon, 03 Aug 2026 23:01:47 GMT
If you were one of the 37,000 affected customers, you have until Sept. 1 to file your claim.
 
Alexander Rakhlin named director of the MIT Statistics and Data Science Center - MIT Mon, 03 Aug 2026 19:50:00 GMT
An expert in machine learning, statistics, and computation, Rakhlin succeeds Professor Ankur Moitra.
 
Connecting students with the future of microelectronics - MIT Mon, 03 Aug 2026 17:30:00 GMT
The 2026 NEMC Hub-sponsored externship gave students access to world-class research, advanced semiconductor manufacturing, and professionals driving innovation across the Northeast.
 
Turning molecules into reliable electronic devices - MIT Mon, 03 Aug 2026 09:00:00 GMT
A new fabrication platform integrates molecules into electronic devices, opening the door to emerging computing technologies.
 
Using reason, again and again - MIT Sun, 02 Aug 2026 04:00:00 GMT
Philosopher Brian Hedden studies decision-making over time — and recently chose to return to alma mater MIT, where he is now connecting ethics and computing.
 
Building energy security through more sustainable batteries - MIT Fri, 31 Jul 2026 04:00:00 GMT
PhD student Hugh Smith works to develop sodium-ion batteries, whose components are more abundant and accessible than those of conventional lithium-ion technology.
 
Daniela Rus receives Bavarian Minister-President's High-Tech Prize - MIT Thu, 30 Jul 2026 21:00:00 GMT
Director of CSAIL and MIT professor honored for her contributions to robotics, artificial intelligence, and autonomous systems.
 
Connecting research to policy on Capitol Hill - MIT Thu, 30 Jul 2026 20:35:00 GMT
MIT students and postdocs discussed science funding and research with policymakers in Washington during the MIT Science Policy Initiative’s annual Congressional Visit Days.
 
Why some nitrogen-processing enzymes are more efficient than others - MIT Thu, 30 Jul 2026 15:00:00 GMT
New findings could help researchers design synthetic catalysts that convert nitrogen gas to ammonia, a key step in fertilizer production.
 
MIT and Broad Institute researchers break diffraction barrier in super-resolution microscopy - MIT Wed, 29 Jul 2026 17:00:00 GMT
New U-STORM imaging technology lets scientists view molecular structures in subatomic detail — about 1,000 times clearer than traditional dyes — while making the microscope process much simpler.
 
How a medical database developed at MIT evolved into a global standard of data-sharing - MIT Wed, 29 Jul 2026 14:00:00 GMT
The visionary PhysioNet platform launched 25 years ago, based on a system developed at MIT in the 1970s. It has become one of the most comprehensive biomedical and clinical data repositories in existence.
 
Professor Emeritus Robert Cohen, pioneering polymers researcher and devoted mentor, dies at 79 - MIT Tue, 28 Jul 2026 20:00:00 GMT
Architect of MIT’s interdisciplinary Program in Polymers and Soft Matter and the PhD in chemical engineering practice is remembered for his passion for mentorship and education.
 
Yu Deng ’11 and Hong Wang PhD ’19 awarded Fields Medal - MIT Tue, 28 Jul 2026 18:00:00 GMT
MIT-trained mathematicians earn the honor, one of the most prestigious in the field, for their significant achievements.
 
Making robots faster by helping them think ahead - MIT Tue, 28 Jul 2026 04:00:00 GMT
By planning actions based on the future position of a robot, the VLASH technique streamlines motions and accelerates performance.
 
MIT engineers design recyclable elastic yarn - MIT Mon, 27 Jul 2026 14:00:00 GMT
Melt it, spin it, use it again. This new recyclable yarn is as strong and stretchy as spandex-based yarns.
 
Looking beyond research - MIT Thu, 23 Jul 2026 19:00:00 GMT
Professor Anna-Christina Eilers is “Committed to Caring” for building a culture around attentiveness and community.
 
MIT projects selected for funding under US Department of Energy’s Genesis Mission - MIT Thu, 23 Jul 2026 12:00:00 GMT
Initial research projects advance national priorities across natural resources, manufacturing, nuclear physics, and more.
 
Professor Emeritus Dimitri Bertsekas, influential computer scientist and prolific author, dies at 83 - MIT Wed, 22 Jul 2026 17:00:00 GMT
Known for his clear and elegant writing style, Bertsekas shaped fields from control and optimization to large-scale computation and artificial intelligence.
 
Diffuse puffs of “missing” matter surround most galaxies - MIT Tue, 21 Jul 2026 15:00:00 GMT
An MIT-led team used bright radio bursts to illuminate a vast source of matter that was previously unaccounted for.
 
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.
 
Skies Darken as a Once-in-a-Generation Eclipse Sweeps Europe, Africa - CNET Mon, 22 Jun 2026 16:52:43 GMT
The only thing cooler than an eclipse or a sunset? When both happen at once.
 
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.
 
The Best Way to Have a Truly Private Conversation Is Already on Your iPhone - CNET Fri, 17 Jun 2022 13:00:02 GMT
I use my iPhone’s Notes app whenever I need to send discreet messages. Here’s how it works.