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Sources: Polymarket investors pressured CEO Shayne Coplan to add stricter financial and operational controls; Elon Musk's lawyer, Alex Spiro, joined its board (Bloomberg) - Techmeme Tue, 20 Oct 2026 16:50:02 GMT

Bloomberg:
Sources: Polymarket investors pressured CEO Shayne Coplan to add stricter financial and operational controls; Elon Musk's lawyer, Alex Spiro, joined its board — When Founders Fund considered investing in Polymarket in 2025, it learned that the prediction-market startup's young chief executive …

 
AI-assisted vibe coding brings Thunderbolt 4 support to Windows 98 SE - TechSpot Tue, 20 Oct 2026 16:18:00 GMT

A developer by the name of Yeo Kheng Meng recently commissioned AI to create a driver that enables generic USB 3.x, USB4, and Thunderbolt 3/4 host controllers to work on ancient operating systems including Window 98 SE, ME, 2000, XP, Vista, and 7.

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You can build your own mechanical keyboard, but is it worth the price? - Engadget Tue, 20 Oct 2026 16:15:00 GMT
If you have both the time and money, building a keyboard can be a fun hobby.
 
Mark Zuckerberg says Joel Kaplan, Meta's chief global affairs officer and his top DC adviser for 15+ years, is set to leave in 2027; Kaplan had close Trump ties (Mike Allen/Axios) - Techmeme Tue, 20 Oct 2026 16:12:27 GMT

Mike Allen / Axios:
Mark Zuckerberg says Joel Kaplan, Meta's chief global affairs officer and his top DC adviser for 15+ years, is set to leave in 2027; Kaplan had close Trump ties — Joel Kaplan, Meta's chief global affairs officer, will leave Meta next year after 15+ years as Mark Zuckerberg's top Washington adviser.

 
Coming to XBOX Game Pass: Final Fantasy VII Remake Intergrade, The Séance of Blake Manor, and More - XBOX Wire - Google Tue, 20 Oct 2026 16:04:38 GMT
  1. Coming to XBOX Game Pass: Final Fantasy VII Remake Intergrade, The Séance of Blake Manor, and More XBOX Wire
  2. XBOX Game Pass October Wave 2 Games Revealed Insider Gaming
  3. Battlefield 6 Joins Xbox Game Pass: EA Day-One Bet [2026] https://tech-insider.org/
  4. Two More 'Day One' Releases Are Confirmed For Xbox Game Pass Over The Next Few Months Pure Xbox
  5. Xbox Game Pass’s Newest Wave Is Headlined By A Huge Final Fantasy Adventure GameSpot
 
Hatch Sleep Clock Review: A Contactless Sleep Tracker (2026) - Wired Tue, 20 Oct 2026 16:03:17 GMT
I’m obsessed with sleep data, but I don’t love wearing a smartwatch to bed. Can the Hatch Sleep Clock give me the best of both worlds at an affordable price?
 
ASI, which makes AI tools for the military and air traffic controllers, raised a $325M Series C at a $3B valuation, after winning an $875M FAA contract in June (Bloomberg) - Techmeme Tue, 20 Oct 2026 15:55:04 GMT

Bloomberg:
ASI, which makes AI tools for the military and air traffic controllers, raised a $325M Series C at a $3B valuation, after winning an $875M FAA contract in June — Startup ASI raised $325 million in new funding from investors, allowing the company to expand an artificial intelligence system …

 
5 ways to make your old iPhone feel faster - Engadget Tue, 20 Oct 2026 15:45:00 GMT
Your iPhone will slow down over time, but some changes can help it run at its best for longer.
 
Perplexity makes it easier to run AI workflows entirely on your own Mac - Engadget Tue, 20 Oct 2026 15:42:45 GMT
A Mac with at least 36GB of RAM can now run Perplexity AI workflows locally.
 
Europe's four largest carriers want to build a Starlink rival, but they don't have satellites - TechSpot Tue, 20 Oct 2026 15:39:00 GMT

Deutsche Telekom, Orange, Telefónica, and Vodafone have signed a letter of intent to explore a joint bid for Mobile Satellite Services spectrum in Europe. The agreement, announced on Monday, is an early step toward offering direct-to-device connectivity through their existing mobile networks.

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Spreading Life to Bleached Coral - Hack a Day Tue, 20 Oct 2026 15:30:22 GMT
A series of ten close up images of two pieces of coral. In the first, on the top left, the coral on the left is bright white while the one on the right is brown with darker brown spots. Text reads:
Coral bleaching is a major problem for ocean ecosystems as the ocean gets warmer. Researchers at Stanford have found a new method for regenerating bleached corals. Scientists working on coral …read more
 
AMD and Microsoft announce FSR 4.1 support for Xbox Series X|S and Xbox Ally, bringing huge performance gains - Windows Central - Google Tue, 20 Oct 2026 15:22:49 GMT
  1. AMD and Microsoft announce FSR 4.1 support for Xbox Series X|S and Xbox Ally, bringing huge performance gains Windows Central
  2. AMD is bringing FSR 4.1 to Xbox consoles and handhelds The Verge
  3. AMD and Microsoft Bring FSR 4.1 to Xbox Series X|S, FSR Diamond Teased for Project Helix TechPowerUp
  4. AMD FSR Upscaling 4.1 coming to Xbox Series; FSR Diamond coming to Project Helix Gematsu
  5. Microsoft is developing its own AI upscaler for the Xbox Series S and Series X consoles. GameGPU
 
5 CarPlay navigation apps you should be using instead of Apple Maps - Engadget Tue, 20 Oct 2026 15:15:00 GMT
Alternative GPS apps for CarPlay can provide better routing, real-time alerts, weather condition info and much more.
 
An AI Agent Joined a Listserv of Top Internet Researchers. The Reply-All Chaos Is Still Unfolding - Wired Tue, 20 Oct 2026 15:07:43 GMT
Hysteria over the agent's appearance in a 7,500-person group reveals that internet experts have outdated notions of privacy.
 
Daytona, which is building cloud infrastructure for AI agents, raised a $60M Series B led by FirstMark at a $1B valuation, bringing its total funding to $91M (Jeremy Kahn/Fortune) - Techmeme Tue, 20 Oct 2026 15:00:48 GMT

Jeremy Kahn / Fortune:
Daytona, which is building cloud infrastructure for AI agents, raised a $60M Series B led by FirstMark at a $1B valuation, bringing its total funding to $91M — AI agents need somewhere to work—and Ivan Burazin thinks the existing cloud providers aren't the right answer.

 
On Warhammer TV this week – Devastation and drybrushing - Warhammer Community - Google Tue, 20 Oct 2026 14:56:52 GMT
On Warhammer TV this week – Devastation and drybrushing Warhammer Community
 
Apple explains why HomeView couldn’t launch until now - 9to5Mac - Google Tue, 20 Oct 2026 14:47:00 GMT
  1. Apple explains why HomeView couldn’t launch until now 9to5Mac
  2. Apple’s New HomeView Is an Apple Watch Jammed Into an iPad Powered by CarPlay Slapped on a HomePod The New York Times
  3. Here's how to preorder Apple's HomeView smart display — plus alternatives to shop now Fox News
  4. Apple’s HomeView Offers Tantalizing Preview of a Future Robotic Version Bloomberg.com
  5. What Is Apple (AAPL) Telling The Market With Its Biggest Smart Home Push? Yahoo Finance
 
RAM prices are crazy high, but do not settle for an 8GB laptop - Engadget Tue, 20 Oct 2026 14:45:00 GMT
An 8GB laptop can seem like the solution to rising computer prices, but that's a mistake that will cost you for years.
 
Bungie could be making Star Wars Battlefront 3 instead of longtime series developer DICE - TechSpot Tue, 20 Oct 2026 14:41:00 GMT

Outside of DICE, which revived Star Wars Battlefront in 2015, Bungie might be the top contender to develop a new entry, according to EGM and prominent leaker Jeff Grubb. If accurate, the news suggests the project is years away, potentially resulting in the longest release gap in the franchise's history.

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Firefly, whose AI software connects with existing cameras, radios, and sensors to detect incidents and coordinate real-time responses, raised a $20M Series A (Chris Metinko/Axios) - Techmeme Tue, 20 Oct 2026 14:35:03 GMT

Chris Metinko / Axios:
Firefly, whose AI software connects with existing cameras, radios, and sensors to detect incidents and coordinate real-time responses, raised a $20M Series A — Firefly, a physical AI safety startup, emerged from stealth with a $20 million Series A led by Definition Capital, CEO James Batt Buckley tells Axios Pro exclusively.

 
US bans DeepSeek from federal agencies, prompting angry response from China - TechSpot Tue, 20 Oct 2026 13:58:00 GMT

The Department of Homeland Security's notice was made public on October 19, ahead of today's Federal Register publication. The underlying order dates back to late July, according to AP, making this a public disclosure of an earlier decision rather than a ban signed this week.

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Sources: OpenAI has retreated from advocating for strict export controls on US chipmakers selling to China, a boon for Nvidia and aligning with President Trump (Politico) - Techmeme Tue, 20 Oct 2026 13:55:03 GMT

Politico:
Sources: OpenAI has retreated from advocating for strict export controls on US chipmakers selling to China, a boon for Nvidia and aligning with President Trump — OpenAI has changed its tune on China. Nvidia is a big winner. — OpenAI for much of last year advocated for strict limits …

 
Here’s Obsession’s Nikki Skin In ‘Fortnite’ With A Ridiculous Change - Forbes - Google Tue, 20 Oct 2026 13:52:14 GMT
  1. Here’s Obsession’s Nikki Skin In ‘Fortnite’ With A Ridiculous Change Forbes
  2. Fortnite’s Obsession DLC Leaks, Includes A Twist On The Movie’s Iconic Line GameSpot
  3. Fortnite x Obsession collaboration: Release date, skins, and more The Times of India
  4. All Fortnitemares 2026 Shop Dates Leaked – Obsession, Slenderman, and More VICE
  5. ‘Obsession’ Gets a ‘Fortnite’ Emote, and Yes, Nikki Makes That Face [Watch] Dread Central
 
Amazon Prime comes with an Alexa upgrade you should know about - Engadget Tue, 20 Oct 2026 13:45:00 GMT
Amazon's Echo Show and Dot devices, tablets and website all have new capabilities that you might want to take for a spin.
 
TikTok staff depositions: TikTok executives ignored internal warnings about child sexual exploitation on Live, where staff said minors appeared in livestreams (Katie McQue/NPR) - Techmeme Tue, 20 Oct 2026 13:35:03 GMT

Katie McQue / NPR:
TikTok staff depositions: TikTok executives ignored internal warnings about child sexual exploitation on Live, where staff said minors appeared in livestreams — TikTok employees repeatedly raised concerns internally about the risks the short-form video app posed to children …

 
Arda, which builds AI software and agents to accelerate assembly lines and manufacturing, raised $230M at a $1.5B valuation led by Altimeter, Accel, and Khosla (Kate Rooney/CNBC) - Techmeme Tue, 20 Oct 2026 13:25:01 GMT

Kate Rooney / CNBC:
Arda, which builds AI software and agents to accelerate assembly lines and manufacturing, raised $230M at a $1.5B valuation led by Altimeter, Accel, and Khosla — OpenAI's former research chief has been quietly building a startup that aims to bring manufacturing back to the U.S. using AI.

 
Nvidia's RTX 6060 probably won't arrive until 2029, will be slower than the PS6 - TechSpot Tue, 20 Oct 2026 13:22:00 GMT

Prominent leaker Kepler_L2 recently suggested that Nvidia's next-generation mainstream graphics card, tentatively called the RTX 6060, could be delayed until as late as 2029. Memory supply shortages are the obvious cause.

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Eka Robotics, which is developing a "vision-force-action" architecture for its physical AI models, raised a $150M Series A at a $1.45B post-money valuation (Tim Fernholz/TechCrunch) - Techmeme Tue, 20 Oct 2026 13:15:01 GMT

Tim Fernholz / TechCrunch:
Eka Robotics, which is developing a “vision-force-action” architecture for its physical AI models, raised a $150M Series A at a $1.45B post-money valuation — Robots still aren't that good at picking things up, despite billions of dollars of investment and endless videos fed into deep learning models.

 
How to stop fake virus pop-ups on your Windows PC - Engadget Tue, 20 Oct 2026 13:15:00 GMT
Blaring security alerts that urge you to call a number or download a scanner are bogus, and you can shut them up easily.
 
Ys VIII: Lacrimosa of DANA coming to Switch 2 on February 25, 2027 - Gematsu - Google Tue, 20 Oct 2026 13:14:26 GMT
  1. Ys VIII: Lacrimosa of DANA coming to Switch 2 on February 25, 2027 Gematsu
  2. Ys VIII: Lacrimosa Of Dana Game Gets Switch 2 Release on February 25 Anime News Network
  3. Ys 8 coming to Nintendo Switch 2 Nintendo Everything
  4. Few Switch 2 Games Run at 120 FPS, Yet Ys VIII: Lacrimosa of Dana Joins Metroid Prime 4 in February Wccftech
  5. Ys VIII: Lacrimosa of DANA Action-RPG Heads to Switch 2 in February 2027 Crunchyroll
 
DeepSeek open-sources DeepInfer, its high-performance inference framework that powers its production services, starting with support for DeepSeek-V4.1-Flash (Saritha Rai/Bloomberg) - Techmeme Tue, 20 Oct 2026 13:05:01 GMT

Saritha Rai / Bloomberg:
DeepSeek open-sources DeepInfer, its high-performance inference framework that powers its production services, starting with support for DeepSeek-V4.1-Flash — DeepSeek is opening up the software it uses to run its artificial intelligence models at scale, potentially making its technology cheaper and easier for businesses to run.

 
Wii Sports is back on the Switch 2, and it rules - The Verge - Google Tue, 20 Oct 2026 13:00:00 GMT
  1. Wii Sports is back on the Switch 2, and it rules The Verge
  2. The best part of 'Nintendo Switch Sports Resort' is the setting, not the minigames Mashable
  3. Nintendo Switch Sports Resort Review: Still In Motion Game Informer
  4. Get up and move in Nintendo Switch Sports Resort! - News - Nintendo Official Site Nintendo
  5. Nintendo Switch Sports Resort Is The Best Entry In The Series GameSpot
 
Final Fantasy dips back into the SNES golden era with Resonance - The Verge - Google Tue, 20 Oct 2026 13:00:00 GMT
  1. Final Fantasy dips back into the SNES golden era with Resonance The Verge
  2. Final Fantasy Resonance Sets a Higher Bar for HD-2D and Brings the RPG Series Back to Turn-Based IGN
  3. How Final Fantasy Resonance uses Visions to change how we see the series PlayStation.Blog
  4. Final Fantasy Resonance Review - Review Nintendo World Report
  5. Final Fantasy Resonance Saves A Great Story From Live-Service Oblivion GameSpot
 
Antigravity just halved the price of its drone — by swapping its headset for wristwatch control - The Verge - Google Tue, 20 Oct 2026 13:00:00 GMT
  1. Antigravity just halved the price of its drone — by swapping its headset for wristwatch control The Verge
  2. Antigravity A1 unveils Watch Remote for 360-degree drone Mashable
  3. Antigravity's Follow Me Bundle Adds Accurate Tracking And Gesture Controls To Its A1 Drone Engadget
  4. Why Antigravity’s Follow Me bundle is a must-have accessory for my favourite camera drone Stuff
  5. A1 Becomes More: Antigravity Reveals Three New Ways to Fly, Create, and Explore with A1 Press Release Hub
 
Antigravity's Follow Me bundle adds accurate tracking and gesture controls to its A1 drone - Engadget Tue, 20 Oct 2026 13:00:00 GMT
Antigravity's watch and ring remote are available as an accessory bundle or as a full kit with the A1 drone.
 
TextNow’s $150 Moto G Play Is Customized for Kids and Pairs Up With a $20 Monthly Plan - CNET Tue, 20 Oct 2026 13:00:00 GMT
The lower-cost phone has a parent portal for managing calls and texts, checking the phone’s location and enabling games.
 
People who've finished Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 on the new YOLO, single-life difficulty share experiences and tips for doing so - Eurogamer.net - Google Tue, 20 Oct 2026 12:57:42 GMT
  1. People who've finished Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 on the new YOLO, single-life difficulty share experiences and tips for doing so Eurogamer.net
  2. 'Pure Luck' — Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 Player Reveals How They Beat the Campaign on One-Life YOLO Difficulty IGN
  3. One of Modern Warfare 4's most degenerate challenges has already been beaten Windows Central
  4. What is YOLO Mode in Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4? Insider Gaming
 
Xbox is struggling for stock so bad that it's asking ex-users to trade-in - Windows Central - Google Tue, 20 Oct 2026 12:55:25 GMT
  1. Xbox is struggling for stock so bad that it's asking ex-users to trade-in Windows Central
  2. Xbox Is Asking Inactive Series X|S Users To Trade In Their Consoles At Best Buy For Up To $375 TwistedVoxel
  3. Microsoft Urges Xbox Users to Sell Their Consoles Yahoo News UK
  4. Xbox Messaging Users To Sell Their Series Console If They Haven’t Used It In A While Tech4Gamers
  5. Microsoft Turns to Xbox Trade-Ins to Soften Blow of Console Price Hikes Power Up Gaming
 
How to know it's time to replace your router - Engadget Tue, 20 Oct 2026 12:45:00 GMT
One of the issues with internet routers is that it's not always obvious when it's not working as it should. Here's how to check if it could be on its way out.
 
UK antitrust regulator wants Apple to open up iPhone NFC access - Engadget Tue, 20 Oct 2026 12:42:27 GMT
The UK is taking aim at Apple's near-monopoly on contactless NFC smartphone payments.
 
"I have to stop this": Retired professor arrested for blocking delivery robots she says are taking human jobs - TechSpot Tue, 20 Oct 2026 12:39:00 GMT

Carolyn Marvin, a professor emeritus at the University of Pennsylvania's Annenberg School of Communication, decided to take a literal stand against an oncoming Avride delivery robot from Uber Eats in Philadelphia's Center City. She repeatedly stood in its path so it couldn't move.

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Salesforce agrees to acquire AI-powered marketing platform Braze for nearly $5.7B in enterprise value, paying $47.50 per share, set to close from February 2027 (Dana Wollman/Bloomberg) - Techmeme Tue, 20 Oct 2026 12:35:01 GMT

Dana Wollman / Bloomberg:
Salesforce agrees to acquire AI-powered marketing platform Braze for nearly $5.7B in enterprise value, paying $47.50 per share, set to close from February 2027 — Salesforce Inc. has agreed to buy Braze Inc., an artificial intelligence-powered platform for marketers, for almost $5.7 billion in enterprise value.

 
Meta Muse exposes users' personal and business secrets when they share conversations - ArsTechnica Tue, 20 Oct 2026 12:33:13 GMT
A single query is all that's required to find thousands of conversations listed by title.
 
Alexa Tablet 12 Pro Review: Amazon Comes Out Swinging At The iPad - BGR - Google Tue, 20 Oct 2026 12:30:00 GMT
  1. Alexa Tablet 12 Pro Review: Amazon Comes Out Swinging At The iPad BGR
  2. Alexa Tablet 12 Pro Review: Amazon's Premium Tablet Gets Almost Everything Right Engadget
  3. Amazon just did what Google couldn't do in 15 years: Make a great everyday Android tablet Android Authority
  4. The Alexa Tablet 12 Pro is almost the Android tablet we needed The Verge
  5. With the Alexa Tablets, Amazon Steps Decisively in the Right Direction ⭐ Thurrott.com
 
Data Centers Are Burning Fossil Fuels. It’s Destroying Big Tech’s Climate Goals - CNET Tue, 20 Oct 2026 12:30:00 GMT
In his new book, Paris Marx explores how global anti-data center movements are fighting Big Tech’s power over us.
 
Spotify launches paid podcast memberships in 34 markets, including the US; creators can offer perks like bonus content or fewer ads and keep 90% of revenue (Sarah Perez/TechCrunch) - Techmeme Tue, 20 Oct 2026 12:25:01 GMT

Sarah Perez / TechCrunch:
Spotify launches paid podcast memberships in 34 markets, including the US; creators can offer perks like bonus content or fewer ads and keep 90% of revenue — Spotify on Tuesday launched paid memberships, a new way for podcasters to make money from their biggest fans beyond paywalled bonus episodes.

 
Apple says it will commit up to $100M over three years to Pennsylvania-based Perryman, a titanium supplier for the iPhone Duo, and expand its Qnity partnership (MacKenzie Sigalos/CNBC) - Techmeme Tue, 20 Oct 2026 12:15:01 GMT

MacKenzie Sigalos / CNBC:
Apple says it will commit up to $100M over three years to Pennsylvania-based Perryman, a titanium supplier for the iPhone Duo, and expand its Qnity partnership — Apple is adding a U.S. titanium supplier for its new iPhone Duo and expanding domestic production of camera components …

 
3+ useful features included with Google One that people ignore - Engadget Tue, 20 Oct 2026 12:15:00 GMT
Google One plans originally started off as a way to expand the storage limits for files and photos. Now, they come with more features and additional perks.
 
3+ Useful Features Included With Google One That People Ignore - Engadget - Google Tue, 20 Oct 2026 12:15:00 GMT
3+ Useful Features Included With Google One That People Ignore Engadget
 
Chinese state media: China inaugurates the National Data Group, a new state-owned enterprise that will focus on developing and utilizing data resources (Reuters) - Techmeme Tue, 20 Oct 2026 12:05:01 GMT

Reuters:
Chinese state media: China inaugurates the National Data Group, a new state-owned enterprise that will focus on developing and utilizing data resources — China on Tuesday inaugurated the National Data Group, a new state-owned enterprise that will focus on developing and utilising data resources …

 
Foxconn's latest EV push is a $727 million bet for half of Mitsubishi Electric's car parts business - TechSpot Tue, 20 Oct 2026 12:03:00 GMT

The companies plan to combine Mitsubishi Electric's powertrain, autonomous-driving and in-car computing technology with Foxconn's manufacturing operations. They want to build EV platforms in Japan, sell them first to Japanese automakers and then seek customers overseas.

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OpenAI says its models can help banks migrate from old COBOL programs - Engadget Tue, 20 Oct 2026 12:01:59 GMT
OpenAI says its models now come with better COBOL capabilities.
 
COD Black Ops 1 and 2 dev says it’s ‘hard to watch’ the new ports selling well while ‘the actual creators don’t see a dime’ - Video Games Chronicle - Google Tue, 20 Oct 2026 12:00:20 GMT
  1. COD Black Ops 1 and 2 dev says it’s ‘hard to watch’ the new ports selling well while ‘the actual creators don’t see a dime’ Video Games Chronicle
  2. 'They Are Printing Money Off of Work Completed Over a Decade Ago' — Former Call of Duty Dev Says 'It's Hard to Watch' Xbox Make Money From Black Ops PlayStation Ports IGN
  3. "The Suits" Made All The Money From Call Of Duty: Black Ops 1 And 2 Ports, OG Dev Says GameSpot
  4. Ex-Call of Duty designer "who survived the crunch" in order to launch Black Ops 1 & 2 calls out executives "raking it in" from sales of remasters Eurogamer.net
  5. Activision Expands Call of Duty Nostalgia After Black Ops Success Demokratis.co.id
 
Spotify's Memberships program for podcasts is here to compete with Patreon - Engadget Tue, 20 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMT
The revenue split appears to be identical.
 
Spotify launches paid podcast memberships with perks beyond bonus content - TechCrunch - Google Tue, 20 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMT
  1. Spotify launches paid podcast memberships with perks beyond bonus content TechCrunch
  2. Spotify Memberships Give Podcast Creators a New Way to Connect With Their Biggest Fans Spotify
  3. Spotify podcast memberships let you support your favorite shows and get added perks 9to5Google
  4. Spotify’s new podcast memberships let you pay for extra perks The Verge
  5. Spotify is letting your favourite podcasters charge listeners more AFR
 
Note-taking tool Otter.ai raised $320M in non-dilutive capital from General Catalyst's Customer Value Fund; PitchBook says it raised $50M prior to this round (Ivan Mehta/TechCrunch) - Techmeme Tue, 20 Oct 2026 11:55:02 GMT

Ivan Mehta / TechCrunch:
Note-taking tool Otter.ai raised $320M in non-dilutive capital from General Catalyst's Customer Value Fund; PitchBook says it raised $50M prior to this round — Meeting note-taking tool Otter.ai announced on Tuesday that it has raised $320 million from General Catalyst's Customer Value Fund …

 
Shipping dates for the iPhone Duo have been pulled forward for many users - GSMArena.com news - GSMArena.com - Google Tue, 20 Oct 2026 11:27:02 GMT
  1. Shipping dates for the iPhone Duo have been pulled forward for many users - GSMArena.com news GSMArena.com
  2. iPhone Duo: Apple gives major update on folding phone after it sells out in minutes Yahoo Finance
  3. The Apple Store Will Only Let You Check Out Two iPhone Duos Engadget
  4. Verizon launches iPhone Duo pre-orders | About Verizon Verizon
  5. Estimated Arrival Dates for DF Readers’ Pre-Ordered iPhone Duos Daring Fireball
 
This 3D-printed 1980s brick phone brings back the days when mobile phones were just for making calls - TechSpot Tue, 20 Oct 2026 11:15:00 GMT

Cologne-based designer and maker Kevin Noki created the ADHD ONE, the first part of the name being an acronym for Anti Distraction Handset Device.

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Super Mario Galaxy Now Runs on the GBA - Hack a Day Tue, 20 Oct 2026 11:00:31 GMT
Joining the ranks of fresh backported Nintendo games is Super Mario Galaxy for the Nintendo Game Boy Advance (GBA), courtesy of [Tobias Friedly], AKA [Tobi]. In a recent video he announces …read more
 
Visiting Slate’s first showroom as its $25,000 electric truck nears production - ArsTechnica Tue, 20 Oct 2026 11:00:16 GMT
Slate's first showroom sells the promise. Mass production will determine the rest.
 
Sony Party Speaker Deal: Save $100 Off the ULT Tower 7 - Wired Tue, 20 Oct 2026 11:00:00 GMT
The Sony ULT Tower 7 is one of our top party speaker picks and is at its lowest-ever price. Grab this or one of its sibling models before your next fete.
 
Yelp’s AI Assistant Can Call a Restaurant and Join the Waitlist for You - CNET Tue, 20 Oct 2026 11:00:00 GMT
The updated agent also can tell you if it’s going to rain and maybe you shouldn’t book that outdoor table.
 
Meet the TechPulse App: News and Video, Created and Curated by Real People - CNET Tue, 20 Oct 2026 11:00:00 GMT
CNET is partnering with sister sites PCMag, Mashable, ZDNET and others on an all-new app with news, reviews and videos. Our trusted expertise is a free download away.
 
Bungie plans to share first details about surprise 'unvaulting' of Destiny 2 content soon - Eurogamer.net - Google Tue, 20 Oct 2026 10:54:59 GMT
  1. Bungie plans to share first details about surprise 'unvaulting' of Destiny 2 content soon Eurogamer.net
  2. Destiny 2 Unvaulting Update Details Coming Next Week Insider Gaming
  3. Bungie is hiring for Destiny 2 again as the revival continues GamesHub
  4. Bungie will reveal its plan for Destiny content restoration next week KitGuru
  5. Destiny 2 promises to share its ‘very intentional process’ for content unvaulting by the end of October Massively Overpowered
 
New Zelda: Ocarina Of Time Trailer Is A Throwback To The '90s N64 Ads - Nintendo Life - Google Tue, 20 Oct 2026 10:45:00 GMT
  1. New Zelda: Ocarina Of Time Trailer Is A Throwback To The '90s N64 Ads Nintendo Life
  2. You have been summoned to watch the new Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time — Overview Trailer! Nintendo
  3. Nintendo Reveals 11 New Zelda Ocarina of Time Remake Screenshots VICE
  4. The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time (2026) Preview: A Beautiful Step Back In Time Game Informer
  5. The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake borrows one of Breath of the Wild's most immersive features Yahoo Tech
 
The Physics Behind Tesla’s Flying Roadster - Wired Tue, 20 Oct 2026 10:45:00 GMT
To understand how Elon’s new car hops, glides, and sticks upside down, we need to talk about friction and force.
 
One of three Jensen Huang-signed RTX Spark laptops won at NVIDIA launch event is already listed for $17,150 - VideoCardz.com - Google Tue, 20 Oct 2026 10:40:56 GMT
  1. One of three Jensen Huang-signed RTX Spark laptops won at NVIDIA launch event is already listed for $17,150 VideoCardz.com
  2. NVIDIA RTX Spark PCs Available Today — A New Beginning for Windows PCs NVIDIA Newsroom
  3. Nvidia RTX Spark Gaming Tests: Are These New AI Laptops Good for Play, Too? PCMag
  4. This $3,200 RTX Spark laptop still wants me to pay for ad-free Solitaire PCWorld
  5. NVIDIA RTX Spark N1X Launch Overview: NVIDIA Arms Windows ServeTheHome
 
How ‘Final Fantasy VII Revelation’ Strikes the Balance Between Old and New - Wired Tue, 20 Oct 2026 10:30:00 GMT
Game director Naoki Hamaguchi talks about scale and expectations for one of gaming’s most ambitious remakes.
 
I’ve used the Pixel 11 Pro XL and iPhone 18 Pro Max, and Apple’s ecosystem isn’t enough anymore - Android Authority - Google Tue, 20 Oct 2026 10:30:00 GMT
  1. I’ve used the Pixel 11 Pro XL and iPhone 18 Pro Max, and Apple’s ecosystem isn’t enough anymore Android Authority
  2. Pixel 11 Pro: Why Agentic AI Can’t Hide Modest Hardware Upgrades Forbes
  3. Pixel 9 And 10 Owners: Replace The Battery Or Buy The Pixel 11? BGR
  4. Pixel 11 Pro XL vs Galaxy S26 Ultra: Battery, Speed, Price Memeburn
  5. Google Pixel 11 Pro XL review: an excellent camera phone, but Google is falling behind Digital Camera World
 
Sexual Assault Is a Free Speech Issue - Wired Tue, 20 Oct 2026 10:30:00 GMT
Mary Anne Franks has spent years fighting against online abuse. When people are abused with impunity, she says, the message becomes “We do not care about women’s voices.”
 
Organic Mattress Sale: 20 Percent Off Essentia Beds - Wired Tue, 20 Oct 2026 10:30:00 GMT
Sleep healthier this winter with an organic mattress—now on heavy discount through November 2.
 
They Fled Trump’s America. Now They Regret It - Wired Tue, 20 Oct 2026 10:22:23 GMT
The internet told them Europe was a social paradise. Turns out the trains are awful, the health care isn’t free, and people can be really mean.
 
Some Google Home Speakers caught downloading hundreds of gigs of data - The Verge - Google Tue, 20 Oct 2026 10:16:47 GMT
  1. Some Google Home Speakers caught downloading hundreds of gigs of data The Verge
  2. Some Google Home Speakers downloading massive amounts of data in the background 9to5Google
  3. Check Your Google Home Speaker: New Bug Downloads Up to 3TB of Data a Month PCMag
  4. You Should Probably Check Your Google Home Speaker’s Data Usage Gizmodo
  5. Some Google Home Speakers are downloading hundreds of gigs of data for no reason Android Authority
 
Can a Simple App Really Fix PC Game Stutters? - TechSpot Tue, 20 Oct 2026 10:16:00 GMT
Shader compilation stutter has plagued PC gaming for years, causing frustrating hitches even on powerful hardware. The SCSKiller app promises to do something about it, but does it work?
 
This New Food Delivery App Could Be the Antidote to Menu Markups - Wired Tue, 20 Oct 2026 10:15:00 GMT
By sticking to in-store menu prices and a flat 5 percent fee, Olo wants to take the sting out of ordering dinner.
 
Sensor Tower data shows the yawning gap between GTA 6 and everything else - GamesIndustry.biz - Google Tue, 20 Oct 2026 10:00:57 GMT
  1. Sensor Tower data shows the yawning gap between GTA 6 and everything else GamesIndustry.biz
  2. GTA 6 Is 148% Ahead Of This Other Popular AAA Game So Far GameSpot
  3. GTA 6 Digital Preorders Already Topped 6 Million and $594 Million, With PlayStation Accounting for 74%, Sensor Tower Estimates Wccftech
  4. GTA 6 has already made more than most games do in their lifetime Notebookcheck
  5. GTA VI may have already surpassed 6 million in pre-orders alone Instant Gaming News
 
I Tried Amazing Security Tech for Renters From a Company You’ve Never Heard Of - CNET Tue, 20 Oct 2026 10:00:00 GMT
It’s the year of window cams, and Baseus has my favorite model yet. Here’s why renters and second-story homes should consider it.
 
What to eat for younger-looking skin - BBC - Google Tue, 20 Oct 2026 10:00:00 GMT
What to eat for younger-looking skin BBC
 
Demi Adejuyigbe Thinks You Should Only Post 3 Times a Day - Wired Tue, 20 Oct 2026 10:00:00 GMT
The comedian sees being online as similar to visiting the zoo. “I don’t need to interact with that,” he says. “It’s just a thing that I enjoy, and then I walk away.”
 
5 Best AI Notetakers (2026), Tested and Reviewed - Wired Tue, 20 Oct 2026 10:00:00 GMT
A growing collection of pocket-size gadgets lets you easily make recordings and extract info from them. Here are our favorites.
 
How to See the Orionid Meteor Shower and Other Upcoming Astronomical Events - Wired Tue, 20 Oct 2026 09:30:00 GMT
Made up of small fragments left behind by Halley’s Comet, these meteors are known for being especially bright and speedy.
 
Review: Castlevania: Belmont's Curse (Switch) - A Pro-Grade Metroidvania With A Stiff Learning Curve - Nintendo Life - Google Tue, 20 Oct 2026 09:20:41 GMT
  1. Review: Castlevania: Belmont's Curse (Switch) - A Pro-Grade Metroidvania With A Stiff Learning Curve Nintendo Life
  2. How to Unlock Mirror Fast Travel - Castlevania: Belmont's Curse Guide IGN
  3. All Castlevania: Belmont’s Curse Weapon Locations GameSpot
  4. Castlevania Belmont's Curse: Catacombs of Paris walkthrough (Part 3) Rock Paper Shotgun
  5. Castlevania Belmont’s Curse – All Endings and How to Unlock Them KeenGamer
 
The Apple Store will only let you check out two iPhone Duos - Engadget Tue, 20 Oct 2026 09:07:59 GMT
Apple is limiting iPhone Duo purchases to two per customers around the world.
 
One of Samsung's most popular phones is now getting stable One UI 9 with Android 17 - Android Authority - Google Tue, 20 Oct 2026 08:59:00 GMT
  1. One of Samsung's most popular phones is now getting stable One UI 9 with Android 17 Android Authority
  2. Galaxy S23 Gets One UI 9 With Android 17 — but Not Everywhere Yet TechRepublic
  3. One UI 9 Release Date: 5 More Galaxy Phones Get Android 17 Update Forbes
  4. Galaxy A36 owners can finally download the stable One UI 9 update Android Central
  5. Samsung releases Galaxy Z Fold 5, Z Flip 5 stable One UI 9.0 update globally SamMobile
 
"This act is intended to demonstrate solidarity with Palestine" - Umurangi Generation studio blocks new game Penguin Colony from being sold in Israel - Eurogamer.net - Google Tue, 20 Oct 2026 08:49:14 GMT
  1. "This act is intended to demonstrate solidarity with Palestine" - Umurangi Generation studio blocks new game Penguin Colony from being sold in Israel Eurogamer.net
  2. Penguin Colony review – an Antarctic odyssey of Nazis and Lovecraftian horrors The Guardian
  3. Penguin Colony Developers Talk The BDS Talk And Walk The Walk By Banning The Game For Sale In Israel Kotaku
  4. Can Lovecraft still surprise us? This video game thinks so, if you tell it through the eyes of a bunch of penguins Softonic
  5. This horror game where you play as a penguin may be the best thing you play on Halloween GAMINGbible
 
This Stunning Espresso Machine Is the Size of a Moka Pot and Inspired by a Jet Engine - CNET Tue, 20 Oct 2026 08:45:00 GMT
What makes the 9Barista espresso machine stand out, and is it worth $740?
 
GDC Festival of Gaming 2027 moves to four-day format to "create a higher quality, more focused and valuable experience" - GamesIndustry.biz - Google Tue, 20 Oct 2026 08:37:14 GMT
  1. GDC Festival of Gaming 2027 moves to four-day format to "create a higher quality, more focused and valuable experience" GamesIndustry.biz
  2. GDCA 2027 will accept submissions from publishers and developers for the first time Mezha.net
  3. GDCA 2027 moves away from nominations-based system, publishers and devs … GameDev.net
  4. GDC Festival of Gaming will skip Friday in 2027 event GamesBeat
  5. The GDCA 2027 is transitioning from a nominations-based approach, allowing publishers and developers to directly submit games for evaluation WN Hub
 
Visualize Regular Expressions with Marbles - Hack a Day Tue, 20 Oct 2026 08:00:52 GMT
If you are one of those people who visualize things physically better than in the abstract, then Regex Marble Run by [bottomless] might be for you. You enter a test …read more
 
Roland unveils a new Jupiter-8-inspired Boutique synth in celebration of the original's 45th birthday – and drops an all-new wavetable synth too - MusicRadar - Google Tue, 20 Oct 2026 07:00:00 GMT
  1. Roland unveils a new Jupiter-8-inspired Boutique synth in celebration of the original's 45th birthday – and drops an all-new wavetable synth too MusicRadar
  2. Baby Roland is back: Boutique JUPITER-08, n/vision wavetable synths CDM Create Digital Music
  3. Roland n/vision Review: Vision for the Future or Late to the Party? Gearnews.com
  4. Roland has shrunk the legendary Jupiter-8 synth into a powerful desktop format Wallpaper*
  5. Roland n/vision: the first Boutique wavetable Synthesizer – sound demo synth anatomy
 
Japan launches mission to bring home a piece of the Martian moon Phobos - ArsTechnica Tue, 20 Oct 2026 05:59:56 GMT
The climax for MMX will come in 2029, when the spacecraft will attempt up to two landings on Phobos.
 
Birduino Plays Bird Calls on Demand with NFC-enabled Cards - Hack a Day Tue, 20 Oct 2026 05:00:25 GMT
All [Hannah Robertson]’s Birduino needs is for one to tap an NFC-enabled card to the reader, and the device plays one of the vocalizations associated with the bird shown on …read more
 
Adorama Camera Coupon Codes & Promo Codes: October 2026 - Wired Tue, 20 Oct 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Upgrade your photography setup for less. Save up to 20% on cameras, lenses, and Apple gear with these verified Adorama promo codes and clearance deals.
 
Home Chef Promo Codes for October 2026 - Wired Tue, 20 Oct 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Enjoy up to 50% off deliveries, free meals, and more with the latest Home Chef coupons.
 
50% Off DoorDash Promo Code | October 2026 - Wired Tue, 20 Oct 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Explore today’s top DoorDash promo codes for $25 off your first order, free delivery, and 50% off DashPass for students and select users.
 
Mattress Firm Coupons: Save up to $700 - Wired Tue, 20 Oct 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Use a Mattress Firm promo code to save on top mattresses, score a free adjustable base, and unlock up to $300 in instant credits.
 
Wayfair Coupons: Up to 80% Off October 2026 - Wired Tue, 20 Oct 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Get 10% off with Wayfair promo code, up to 80% off furniture, and more top coupons.
 
Chewy Promo Codes: $20 Off October 2026 - Wired Tue, 20 Oct 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Explore Chewy coupon codes for $30 off, $20 off your first order of $49, 50% off pet food, and more October 2026 discounts.
 
30% Off Canon Promo Codes | October 2026 - Wired Tue, 20 Oct 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Save an extra 10% or 30% with Canon coupon codes, plus up to $1,600 on cameras, printers, and more this October 2026.
 
Mint Mobile Discounts for October 2026 - Wired Tue, 20 Oct 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Reduce your monthly cell phone bill with these active Mint Mobile coupons and promos, limited-time promotions, and 5G plan savings.
 
AT&T Promo Codes: $50 Off This October 2026 - Wired Tue, 20 Oct 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Whether you’re looking to upgrade your internet or get the latest phone, we’ve got you covered with our selection of AT&T coupons and deals.
 
eBay Coupons: 20% Off in October 2026 - Wired Tue, 20 Oct 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Save up to 60% on a selection of items at eBay, including electronics, home products, card games, car parts and more.
 
Whoop Promo Codes: 20% Off This October 2026 - Wired Tue, 20 Oct 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Whether you're looking for a Whoop free trial, student discount, or military savings, our guide to Whoop promo codes will help you maximize your membership benefits. Stay on top of your fitness goals for less.
 
MIT spinout makes surgical stitching more like applying a sticky note - MIT Tue, 20 Oct 2026 04:00:00 GMT
SanaHeal has developed a biologically compatible adhesive that sticks to wet tissues to simplify a variety of surgeries.
 
Today’s NYT Mini Crossword Answers for Tuesday, Oct. 20 - CNET Tue, 20 Oct 2026 02:33:44 GMT
Here are hints and the answers for today’s NYT Mini Crossword for Oct. 20, 2026.
 
PS5 console jailbreak on latest 14.10 firmware shared before GTA 6 release date - Notebookcheck - Google Tue, 20 Oct 2026 02:04:00 GMT
  1. PS5 console jailbreak on latest 14.10 firmware shared before GTA 6 release date Notebookcheck
  2. 'GTA 6' at Risk as PS5 Hackers Officially Claim Major New Breakthrough Polygon.com
  3. Linux now runs on PS5 console jailbreaks and July firmware, with PC games possible Notebookcheck
  4. PS5 homebrew storefront with over 1,600 free PS5 and PS4 games taken down by Sony — company plays piracy whack-a-mole as two further repos spring up Tom's Hardware
  5. Sony PlayStation 5 latest news: How a massive security breach and AI frame patents are shaking UK console gaming cristinaiglesias.com
 
Making Photovoltaic Solar Cells with a Microwave - Hack a Day Tue, 20 Oct 2026 02:00:38 GMT
Although solar panels may seem like a kind of magic, they’re really quite simple devices, in their silicon form featuring nothing but the p-type silicon wafer and an n-type layer …read more
 
Today’s NYT Connections: Sports Edition Hints and Answers for Oct. 20 #757 - CNET Tue, 20 Oct 2026 00:40:15 GMT
Need a Connections: Sports Edition hint today? Get a hint for each color group in NYT Connections: Sports Edition No. 757 on Tuesday, Oct. 20, then all four answers.
 
Spotify is cracking down on Family plans again, and the penalty can lock you out for a year - Digital Trends - Google Tue, 20 Oct 2026 00:32:26 GMT
  1. Spotify is cracking down on Family plans again, and the penalty can lock you out for a year Digital Trends
  2. Spotify Family Plan Crackdown Threatens One-Year Ban For Sharing HotHardware
  3. Spotify wants proof you live with your Family plan members Mashable SEA
  4. Don't ignore the QR code Spotify sends you about your family plan Yahoo Tech
 
How to stop audio from auto-playing on Android Auto - Engadget Tue, 20 Oct 2026 00:30:00 GMT
Although Android Auto's autoplay feature is intended to be a convenience, you may find yourself wanting to turn it off. Here's how.
 
Seniors Lose More Money to Investment Scams Than Any Other Fraud - CNET Tue, 20 Oct 2026 00:25:15 GMT
Around $3 billion was lost in 2025 to fraud from people aged 60 and over in the US.
 
5 Apple TV Features Every Family Should Be Using - BGR - Google Mon, 19 Oct 2026 23:47:00 GMT
5 Apple TV Features Every Family Should Be Using BGR
 
What can you use the HDMI port on your Ugreen NAS for? - Engadget Mon, 19 Oct 2026 23:30:00 GMT
You can use it to watch media files on the device, but you'll need to use your phone as a remote.
 
An RV on a Bike - Hack a Day Mon, 19 Oct 2026 23:00:30 GMT
Bicycles are the ultimate form of transportation freedom. They’re easy to repair, parts are cheap, and they will travel almost anywhere for free, as long as the rider has enough …read more
 
Robot vacuums have a major privacy problem you should be aware of - Engadget Mon, 19 Oct 2026 23:00:00 GMT
Your robot vacuum's microphone and camera are useful for more efficient cleaning, but it's vital to know how that information is stored and shared.
 
Meta tweaks its new terms of service after backlash against scraping - Engadget Mon, 19 Oct 2026 22:47:00 GMT
The changes have alarmed publishers and others with business accounts.
 
Pennsylvania issues alert on congenital measles—something US hasn't seen for decades - ArsTechnica Mon, 19 Oct 2026 22:44:26 GMT
Congenital measles can be fatal, and survivors require monitoring for years.
 
Why your expensive Wi-Fi 7 router could be delivering slower speeds - Engadget Mon, 19 Oct 2026 22:30:00 GMT
Don't tuck your router away in a corner, even if it is a bit of an eyesore.
 
Stupid Never Dies Is Easily the Worst Game of 2026 - Polygon.com - Google Mon, 19 Oct 2026 22:00:17 GMT
  1. Stupid Never Dies Is Easily the Worst Game of 2026 Polygon.com
  2. Stupid Never Dies Review RPGamer
  3. Stupid Never Dies Review – A Chaotic Action Roguelite That Sometimes Stumbles Wccftech
  4. Stupid Never Dies review - from the producer of Devil May Cry Metro.co.uk
  5. Stupid Never Dies review: an artistic riot, but it can be a grind Creative Bloq
 
What does MLO mean on your router and should you enable it? - Engadget Mon, 19 Oct 2026 22:00:00 GMT
Multi-link operation is a key part of Wi-Fi 7 routers.
 
Steam on Linux is going 64-bit as Valve leans harder on the platform - TechSpot Mon, 19 Oct 2026 21:33:00 GMT

A recent Steam Client Beta update brought the program into the 64-bit era on Linux. The native Linux version of the massively popular gaming client is now a 64-bit application, which means it gains access to a few significant enhancements and, hopefully, a more reliable software experience.

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GTA 6 Features “Significantly Narrower” Roads Than GTA 5; Devs Wanted Weapons System to Be More Like Red Dead Redemption 2 - MP1st - Google Mon, 19 Oct 2026 21:31:42 GMT
  1. GTA 6 Features “Significantly Narrower” Roads Than GTA 5; Devs Wanted Weapons System to Be More Like Red Dead Redemption 2 MP1st
  2. 'There's No One Person That Has This Whole Thing in Their Head' — GTA 6 Devs Had Freedom to Add Cool Features Just Like RDR2's Horse Balls IGN
  3. Rockstar’s NPC Tech Was Prototyped As Early As 2014 Insider Gaming
  4. Grand Theft Auto 6 will feature significantly narrower roads than the previous installment. GameGPU
  5. Rockstar’s GTA 6 Realism Experiment Started With Beer And Sandwiches GameSpot
 
Symposium highlights MIT’s wide range of innovations for aging brain health - MIT Mon, 19 Oct 2026 21:15:00 GMT
In six talks, researchers from across MIT described projects aimed at advancing the understanding of and interventions against neurodegenerative diseases such as Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s, and ALS.
 
Best Power Bank Deals: Laptops, MagSafe, and More - Wired Mon, 19 Oct 2026 20:55:15 GMT
You can never have too many portable chargers, especially when they’re this discounted.
 
Russian spacecraft maneuvers in "extreme proximity" to satellite used by Ukraine - ArsTechnica Mon, 19 Oct 2026 20:54:17 GMT
"Kosmos 2612 closed from hundreds of kilometers away to extreme proximity to ICEYE-X36."
 
Xbox Series X will offer identical graphics to the base PS5 in Grand Theft Auto VI - GameGPU - Google Mon, 19 Oct 2026 20:48:20 GMT
  1. Xbox Series X will offer identical graphics to the base PS5 in Grand Theft Auto VI GameGPU
  2. Grand Theft Auto VI Launch Trailer Rockstar Games
  3. You Can Watch the Newest ‘GTA VI’ Trailer One Month Before the Game’s Release Car and Driver
  4. Justice Composed the Score for Grand Theft Auto VI Pitchfork
  5. 'GTA 6' is almost here, 13 years after 'GTA 5'. Here's what you need to know. Yahoo Tech
 
Meta Blames Bot Traffic for No Kings Day Instagram Suspension - CNET Mon, 19 Oct 2026 20:39:50 GMT
The No Kings Coalition says that even after the account was visible again, they couldn’t access it for hours.
 
Accused OpenAI spy had folder called “Saudi Gov Docs,” FBI says - ArsTechnica Mon, 19 Oct 2026 20:21:53 GMT
US fears Saudi government will help ex-OpenAI engineer flee spying charges.
 
Batteries help reduce emissions, but how do we reduce their emissions? - ArsTechnica Mon, 19 Oct 2026 20:03:55 GMT
One way to make batteries cleaner is to make fewer of them.
 
Meshtastic Sniffer for DragonOS - Hack a Day Mon, 19 Oct 2026 20:00:07 GMT
Meshtastic has gained a lot of popularity over the last few years thanks to its low barrier of entry. No licenses are needed and the hardware is dirt cheap, at …read more
 
OpenAI Engineer Accused of Spying on Executives Ordered to Remain in Custody - Wired Mon, 19 Oct 2026 19:49:17 GMT
A judge ordered Abdulrahman Alfozan to remain in custody, likening the Saudi government’s offer to secure the former OpenAI engineer’s release to a “blank check.”
 
The Best Mixbook Sale for Holiday Cards (2026) - Wired Mon, 19 Oct 2026 19:43:22 GMT
Mixbook is the best card service I’ve tried, and the brand has multiple sales on holiday cards happening now.
 
Microsoft Surface Laptop Ultra RTX Spark Review - The 2000-nits Mini-LED panel is a problem - Notebookcheck - Google Mon, 19 Oct 2026 19:42:00 GMT
  1. Microsoft Surface Laptop Ultra RTX Spark Review - The 2000-nits Mini-LED panel is a problem Notebookcheck
  2. The Surface Laptop Ultra delivers on most of Microsoft’s promises Ars Technica
  3. The AI-Driven Surface Laptop Ultra Could Be the Windows Answer to the MacBook Pro Popular Mechanics
  4. Surface Laptop Ultra review: a different kind of MacBook Pro The Verge
  5. Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang explains why the new Surface Laptop Ultra is "really a work of love" TechRadar
 
PSA: Patch your Plex media server before someone hacks it - ArsTechnica Mon, 19 Oct 2026 19:39:19 GMT
A researcher says attacks chaining 4 vulnerabilities is hacking unpatched boxes.
 
Microsoft Employee Shares Their 'Truth' About AI Usage At Xbox & Beyond - Pure Xbox - Google Mon, 19 Oct 2026 19:30:00 GMT
  1. Microsoft Employee Shares Their 'Truth' About AI Usage At Xbox & Beyond Pure Xbox
  2. Xbox biz guy deletes his X account less than 24 hours after saying game devs who don't embrace AI 'should not be in the business of being a business' Yahoo Tech
  3. 'If I'm Fired Tomorrow It Will Be Because I Told You the Truth' — Xbox Business Strategist Deletes Social Media Account After Accusing the Game Industry of 'Pretending to Not Use AI' IGN
  4. "We're using AI": Xbox business strategist claims he could be fired "because I told you the truth that nobody wants you to know" Windows Central
  5. Xbox Strategy Manager Says Studios Avoiding AI Are "Planning for a Fake Future" TechPowerUp
 
This mod lets Nvidia GeForce owners run a custom VBIOS without flashing the card - TechSpot Mon, 19 Oct 2026 19:28:00 GMT

A developer has released three tools that let GeForce RTX 30, 40 and 50 series owners run a modified VBIOS without writing to the card's flash chip: a VBIOS editor for Windows and Linux, plus separate loaders for each operating system.

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Startup taps underwater volcano as energy source in "proof point" test - ArsTechnica Mon, 19 Oct 2026 19:27:24 GMT
Can undersea geothermal power help Pacific Rim nations cut down on oil imports?
 
You Don't Need An Expensive Console Or High-End PC To Play Call Of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 - GameSpot - Google Mon, 19 Oct 2026 19:12:24 GMT
  1. You Don't Need An Expensive Console Or High-End PC To Play Call Of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 GameSpot
  2. Ready for Launch: Modern Warfare 4 Progression and Prestige Call of Duty® | Best-Selling Video Game Franchise
  3. Modern Warfare 4 is legit a top-5 Call of Duty campaign Polygon.com
  4. Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 Gets a Warm Steam Welcome With 90% Positive Reviews TechPowerUp
  5. Developers Call of Duty Modern Warfare 4 Explained the lack of DLSS in ray tracing GameGPU
 
PEGI begins moving existing digital-only games with loot boxes up to a 16 rating - GamesIndustry.biz - Google Mon, 19 Oct 2026 19:12:21 GMT
  1. PEGI begins moving existing digital-only games with loot boxes up to a 16 rating GamesIndustry.biz
  2. European age-ratings body PEGI begins raising age-limit of loot box games, like EA Sports FC, to 16 Eurogamer.net
  3. Why Marvel Rivals Age Rating Has Gone From 12 To 16+ IMDb
  4. PEGI raises games with paid loot boxes to PEGI 16, rollout in October Mobile Goddess
  5. PEGI lifts Marvel Rivals to age 16 as paid loot box rule hits live games in Europe Dot Esports
 
Election Offices in at Least 32 States Have Received Suspicious Letters - Wired Mon, 19 Oct 2026 18:55:05 GMT
WIRED contacted officials in all 50 states and Washington, DC, to uncover the extent of a harassment campaign ahead of the midterms.
 
Japan’s MMX Mission Wants to Bring Martian Moon Samples Back to Earth - Wired Mon, 19 Oct 2026 18:45:06 GMT
JAXA is leading an international mission to reach Mars’ Phobos moon and bring soil back to Earth. If successful, it could unlock new clues about the history of the solar system.
 
Japan Launches Mission to Mars’s Moons and Plans to Bring Samples Home - CNET Mon, 19 Oct 2026 18:35:54 GMT
NASA contributed to this first-of-its-kind mission that may help us understand how our solar system formed.
 
Modern Warfare 4 has the best Steam rating for a Call of Duty game in 16 years - TechSpot Mon, 19 Oct 2026 18:31:00 GMT

The game currently has 4,068 total reviews on Steam, including 3,438 from verified buyers. Of those reviews, 94% are positive, earning it a "Very Positive" rating overall and making it the best-reviewed Call of Duty release on Steam since 2010's Black Ops. The SteamDB ratings were first reported by Insider...

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ReactOS reaches major milestone with NTFS install support - ArsTechnica Mon, 19 Oct 2026 18:30:56 GMT
ReactOS gains NTFS install support with new driver.
 
A Beloved Hi-Fi Specialist Just Dropped a Gorgeous Pair of Audiophile Loudspeakers - Gear Patrol - Google Mon, 19 Oct 2026 18:25:27 GMT
A Beloved Hi-Fi Specialist Just Dropped a Gorgeous Pair of Audiophile Loudspeakers Gear PatrolSee more headlines & perspectives on Google News
 
Why teaching AI about symmetry could make prenatal diagnosis more reliable - MIT Mon, 19 Oct 2026 18:20:00 GMT
A model developed by researchers at MIT and Boston Children's Hospital adjusts scans on the fly to track fetal movement, potentially sparing families repeat hospital visits.
 
Reseller says $470,000 worth of Nvidia RTX 5090s went missing at São Paulo airport - TechSpot Mon, 19 Oct 2026 17:47:00 GMT

Oderço Distribuidora is a Brazilian hardware distributor that has been in business for more than 38 years, about 18 of them importing computer hardware. According to a recent message from company president Oderço Matos, the company has lost an undisclosed number of GeForce RTX 5090 cards after two pallets went...

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Pokémon Night Out: Location Backgrounds, Toxtricity, and Unown - Pokémon GO Hub - Google Mon, 19 Oct 2026 17:40:17 GMT
  1. Pokémon Night Out: Location Backgrounds, Toxtricity, and Unown Pokémon GO Hub
  2. Pokémon Go brings exclusive raids and concert gear to Marshmello’s Pokémon Night Out Pocket Gamer
 
VSDC Video Editor is a free alternative to resource-hungry editing suites - TechSpot Mon, 19 Oct 2026 17:40:00 GMT
VSDC is a feature-rich video editor that runs smoothly on modest hardware. The free version supports 4K exports without watermarks, screen recording, visual effects, and a wide range of editing tools. While its unconventional interface takes some getting used to, it's a capable alternative to heavier editors.
 
Hackers Exploit Plex2Shell Flaws to Install Crypto Miners and Linux Proxy Backdoor - The Hacker News - Google Mon, 19 Oct 2026 17:32:00 GMT
  1. Hackers Exploit Plex2Shell Flaws to Install Crypto Miners and Linux Proxy Backdoor The Hacker News
  2. PSA: Patch your Plex media server before someone hacks it Ars Technica
  3. Hackers are using unpatched Plex servers as crypto miners, and yours may be at risk XDA
  4. Your outdated Plex server has a serious vulnerability that could mine crypto for hackers How-To Geek
  5. Here is how you can automate Plex Server updates in Docker Neowin
 
A developer used AI to build 7 free Adobe alternatives, and subscription software has a new problem - How-To Geek - Google Mon, 19 Oct 2026 17:30:14 GMT
  1. A developer used AI to build 7 free Adobe alternatives, and subscription software has a new problem How-To Geek
  2. Photoshop, Word cloned for free as ‘Reverse Engineer Anything’ craze spreads AFR
  3. I tried replacing Photoshop, Lightroom, and Acrobat with free vibe-coded alternatives, and they're surprisingly good XDA
  4. AI’s epic cash call is matched only by its ability to strangle revenue streams The Register
  5. AI Might Not Kill Software, But It Could Do Something Worse Banyan Hill Publishing
 
Arc Raiders' Frozen Trails update and free weekend lead to a surge in player numbers, as the extraction shooter reportedly reaches a six-month high - Eurogamer.net - Google Mon, 19 Oct 2026 17:22:27 GMT
  1. Arc Raiders' Frozen Trails update and free weekend lead to a surge in player numbers, as the extraction shooter reportedly reaches a six-month high Eurogamer.net
  2. Store Update 2.2.0 ARC Raiders
  3. Two October 2025 games popped off again The Alinea Insight newsletter
  4. ARC Raiders 2.2.0 Patch Notes IGN
  5. ARC Raiders vs Helldivers 2: 185K vs 61K Players [2026] https://tech-insider.org/
 
Steam Next Fest October 2026 Features Over 40 PC VR Demos - UploadVR - Google Mon, 19 Oct 2026 17:01:32 GMT
  1. Steam Next Fest October 2026 Features Over 40 PC VR Demos UploadVR
  2. Steam Next Fest has become next-to-worthless as AI slop infests a list of 8,000 demos FRVR
  3. PS Store Must Copy Steam If PC Players' Campaign Against AI Content Succeeds Push Square
  4. Steam’s Best Way To Play New Games Officially Comes Back in 4 Days Polygon.com
  5. 10 Of Our Favourite Demos From Steam Next Fest October 2026 Green Man Gaming
 
AI game clones are making indie developers afraid to show their work - Ars Technica - Google Mon, 19 Oct 2026 16:59:22 GMT
  1. AI game clones are making indie developers afraid to show their work Ars Technica
  2. Digital Sun delays ReVamp playtest over AI cloning concerns Game Developer
  3. Game developers cancel upcoming public demo out of fear of AI copycats Mashable
  4. Moonlighter dev delays Steam playtest for its "Tower Defensevania" ReVamp over concerns that AI copycats might clone it before launch Eurogamer.net
  5. ReVamp developer cancels public playtest in case AI users reverse engineer it and publish a clone first Video Games Chronicle
 
AI game clones are making indie developers afraid to show their work - ArsTechnica Mon, 19 Oct 2026 16:59:22 GMT
Delayed Steam Next Fest demo is a sign of a growing problem for indie devs.
 
US teens can access ‘nudify’ apps despite Apple and Google’s parental controls, report finds - The Guardian - Google Mon, 19 Oct 2026 16:53:00 GMT
  1. US teens can access ‘nudify’ apps despite Apple and Google’s parental controls, report finds The Guardian
  2. TTP - How Apple and Google Make It Easy for Kids to Access Nudify Apps Tech Transparency Project
  3. Think parental controls keep kids away from nudify apps? This report says otherwise Digital Trends
  4. Tech Probe Finds Teens Could Download 135 Nudify Apps on Apple, Google JournalArta
 
Apple Sends Invites Out for ‘Pro and Tell’ Special Event on Oct. 28 - CNET Mon, 19 Oct 2026 16:52:43 GMT
We could see new Macs and iPads at the event.
 
Super Mario 64's 30-year-old plaque mystery may finally be solved - TechSpot Mon, 19 Oct 2026 16:52:00 GMT

The leading theory up to this point is that the text reads, "L is real 2401." This theory gained traction after it was published in an April Fool's Day feature in Nintendo Power magazine in 1998 and without a better answer, it stuck.

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Florida DMV hacked after police dept insecurely stored login info - ArsTechnica Mon, 19 Oct 2026 16:38:13 GMT
Florida issues alerts after statewide DMV data breach linked to ShinyHunters.
 
Apple Announces Oct. 28 Event for Touch-Screen MacBook Pro - Bloomberg.com - Google Mon, 19 Oct 2026 16:33:02 GMT
  1. Apple Announces Oct. 28 Event for Touch-Screen MacBook Pro Bloomberg.com
  2. Apple announces product launch event for Oct. 28. Analysts expect touchscreen laptop CNBC
  3. Apple's October 28 'Pro and Tell' Launch: What's Coming MacRumors
  4. Apple’s touchscreen Mac event: 3 things I’m excited for – and my one concern ZDNET
  5. Apple to host 'Pro and tell' event on October 28 in LA Reuters
 
Nvidia says the RTX 5090 isn't discontinued, but most listings are over $9,300 - TechSpot Mon, 19 Oct 2026 16:14:00 GMT

Prolific leaker MEGAsizeGPU last week wrote that Nvidia had "confirmed" the GB202 chip used in the RTX 5090 would no longer be used in new RTX 5090 cards. Instead, future supplies of the GPU would be used exclusively for RTX Pro Blackwell-based models.

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People are using AI to make their smart TVs dumb again - TechCrunch - Google Mon, 19 Oct 2026 16:13:22 GMT
  1. People are using AI to make their smart TVs dumb again TechCrunch
  2. Developers Are Using AI to Strip Ads and Tracking From Smart TVs Yahoo Tech
  3. Smart TV owners have found a new use for AI: Removing home-screen clutter Mashable
  4. People are now vibe-coding their smart TVs to strip them of ads and unwanted features XDA
  5. Your Smart TV Has One Big Problem: It's Tracking What You Watch Engadget
 
All-Clad Factory Seconds Sale: Cookware Deals for Fall Cooking - Wired Mon, 19 Oct 2026 16:10:40 GMT
Upgrade your cold-weather cooking setup with discounted cookware for soups, stews, and roasts.
 
PlayStation founder Ken Kutaragi says discs became "metaphor for 'owning' games", and that upset at their discontinuation is a "mentality issue" - Eurogamer.net - Google Mon, 19 Oct 2026 16:07:22 GMT
  1. PlayStation founder Ken Kutaragi says discs became "metaphor for 'owning' games", and that upset at their discontinuation is a "mentality issue" Eurogamer.net
  2. Ken Kutaragi ‘understands’ why PlayStation fans don’t want to give up physical games Video Games Chronicle
  3. PlayStation Founder Understands Why Players Want to Keep Physical Media Alive Polygon.com
  4. Killing PS5 Discs Just Makes Sense, Even If It Angers People, Former PlayStation Exec Says GameSpot
  5. Physical game revenues on PlayStation The Alinea Insight newsletter
 
The PlayStation 5 is powered by a GPU roughly equal to which PC graphics card? - TechSpot Mon, 19 Oct 2026 16:01:00 GMT
Is it closest to a Radeon, GeForce, or Intel graphics equivalent?
 
WhatsApp Help Pages Leaked Hidden Instructions for a Meta Chatbot - Wired Mon, 19 Oct 2026 16:00:00 GMT
Around 80 pages on WhatsApp’s website exposed instructions that were designed for its chatbot, including “WHAT NOT TO SAY.” Meta says a bug caused the issue.
 
PlayStation Shadowdrops Saros Zenith Update With Boss Rush, New Game+ and Fancy Golden Crown Powerups - IGN - Google Mon, 19 Oct 2026 15:57:22 GMT
  1. PlayStation Shadowdrops Saros Zenith Update With Boss Rush, New Game+ and Fancy Golden Crown Powerups IGN
  2. The Saros: Zenith update out today, brings more ways to play for newcomers and veterans alike PlayStation.Blog
  3. Saros’s free New Game Plus update is out now, including a Boss Rush mode Video Games Chronicle
  4. One Of 2026's Most Underappreciated Gems Is On Sale And Just Got A Free Update, So Now's The Time To Give It A Shot Kotaku
  5. PS5 "bullet ballet" game Saros gets a big update to make it both easier and harder Eurogamer.net
 
Leaker Claims PS6 Storage and RAM Will Cost $680, Suggesting a $1,000+ Price Point - IGN - Google Mon, 19 Oct 2026 15:52:39 GMT
  1. Leaker Claims PS6 Storage and RAM Will Cost $680, Suggesting a $1,000+ Price Point IGN
  2. PS6 RAM and Storage Alone Reportedly Cost Sony Over $680, Claims Leaker TechPowerUp
  3. PlayStation 6’s memory costs alone exceed $680 per console, it’s claimed Video Games Chronicle
  4. PS6 price update is bad news for millions of gamers Polygon.com
  5. The PlayStation 6 stands to be ludicrously expensive as its production cost alone reportedly approaches $1000 Yahoo Tech
 
Dizzying lineup of Galaxy Z Fold 9 devices leaks, including the Galaxy Z ‘Slide’ - 9to5Google - Google Mon, 19 Oct 2026 15:32:00 GMT
  1. Dizzying lineup of Galaxy Z Fold 9 devices leaks, including the Galaxy Z ‘Slide’ 9to5Google
  2. Samsung fighting iPhone Duo by launching six foldable phones next year 9to5Mac
  3. Forget folding phones: Samsung fans are already obsessing over the Galaxy Z Slide PhoneArena
  4. Samsung Leak Claims 6 Galaxy Z Foldables for 2027 [2026] https://tech-insider.org/
  5. Sliding into 2027? Galaxy Z rumors say Samsung could drop a sliding phone Android Central
 
Star Wars: Galactic Racer boss on DLC and the ‘remarkable’ rise of Biddy Blas - Video Games Chronicle - Google Mon, 19 Oct 2026 15:19:51 GMT
  1. Star Wars: Galactic Racer boss on DLC and the ‘remarkable’ rise of Biddy Blas Video Games Chronicle
  2. 'Star Wars: Galactic Racer Was Made By A Core Team Of 75 People' Aftermath
  3. The Netflix series Drive to Survive inspired Star Wars: Galactic Racer GamesIndustry.biz
  4. Star Wars Galactic Racer Devs Reveal They Have Big Plans For More Content Bespin Bulletin
  5. Star Wars Galactic Racer misses the glory days of podracing as much as we do PCWorld
 
Ahead of GTA 6, a Surprising Percentage of Adults Think Investing in a Fictional Relationship Is Cheating - IGN - Google Mon, 19 Oct 2026 15:16:56 GMT
Ahead of GTA 6, a Surprising Percentage of Adults Think Investing in a Fictional Relationship Is Cheating IGNSee more headlines & perspectives on Google News
 
Samsung reportedly hasn’t finalized Galaxy S27 details, considers February launch - 9to5Google - Google Mon, 19 Oct 2026 15:00:00 GMT
  1. Samsung reportedly hasn’t finalized Galaxy S27 details, considers February launch 9to5Google
  2. Galaxy S27 Ultra: Samsung fans are still asking for the same upgrades we’ve wanted for years PhoneArena
  3. Exclusive: Galaxy S27, S27+ and S27 Ultra Screen Protector Images Show Expected Sizes SammyGuru
  4. Tipster says Galaxy S27 Ultra will have slightly thicker bezels than S26 Ultra - GSMArena.com news GSMArena.com
  5. I've struggled to use Samsung displays for years, but the Galaxy S27 may finally fix that; here's why 9to5Google
 
Disney found a way to buy Character.AI without buying its lawsuits - ArsTechnica Mon, 19 Oct 2026 14:45:43 GMT
Character.AI faces claims its bots encouraged minors to self-harm and kill their parents.
 
A Chinese rocket deorbited over Minnesota and left this in a farmer's cornfield - ArsTechnica Mon, 19 Oct 2026 14:35:01 GMT
All the evidence points to the debris being part of a Chinese Zhuque-2E rocket.
 
F5 releases out-of-band patches for critical NGINX vulnerabilities - BleepingComputer - Google Mon, 19 Oct 2026 13:49:24 GMT
  1. F5 releases out-of-band patches for critical NGINX vulnerabilities BleepingComputer
  2. F5 rushes out emergency NGINX patches for three critical flaws CSO Online
  3. NGINX Fixes 5 Flaws, Including Possible RCE and a TLS Bug That May Skip Client-Cert Checks The Hacker News
  4. F5 addresses critical NGINX vulnerabilities, including RCE flaws SC Media
  5. F5, Juniper Networks Patch Critical Vulnerabilities SecurityWeek
 
Elon Musk promises to give every child in America a free SpaceX share next year - TechSpot Mon, 19 Oct 2026 13:43:00 GMT

Musk explained the plan on his X platform. He didn't elaborate, so we don't know details such as what ages will qualify for a free share, how he intends to distribute them, and exactly when the giveaway will take place in 2027.

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5 Ugreen Travel Gadgets Worth Adding To Your Long-Haul Flight Kit - BGR - Google Mon, 19 Oct 2026 13:32:00 GMT
5 Ugreen Travel Gadgets Worth Adding To Your Long-Haul Flight Kit BGR
 
Review: Lanterns is a truly unique twist on the superhero genre - ArsTechnica Mon, 19 Oct 2026 13:31:08 GMT
Gritty HBO series is a beacon for what's possible when one is allowed to get creative with the tropes.
 
The No. 1 Mistake Most Intelligent People Make, By A Psychologist - Forbes - Google Mon, 19 Oct 2026 13:15:23 GMT
The No. 1 Mistake Most Intelligent People Make, By A Psychologist Forbes
 
MIT researchers say Claude agents left on a virtual island began to play - The Next Web - Google Mon, 19 Oct 2026 13:09:20 GMT
  1. MIT researchers say Claude agents left on a virtual island began to play The Next Web
  2. AI researchers stranded Claude on a virtual desert island. It started to “play.” MIT Technology Review
  3. Researchers Stranded an AI Agent on a Virtual Island. Things Got Very Weird. Gizmodo
  4. Researchers Leave AI Stranded On A Virtual Island With Strange Results HotHardware
  5. What does an AI agent do when it’s left alone with no task? This experiment offers a clue Digital Trends
 
DIY VR: How to build your own headset, and why you probably won't want to - ArsTechnica Mon, 19 Oct 2026 12:33:34 GMT
A primer on the joys and pains of building your own head-mounted display.
 
Anthropic wants AI models blocked only if they threaten over $1 billion in damage or more than 50 deaths or serious injuries - TechSpot Mon, 19 Oct 2026 12:13:00 GMT

Politico obtained the confidential draft of the proposal, which a company spokesperson said included "sensible policies we believe Congress should act on."

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NBA Arenas Get a Massive AT&T Network Upgrade to Boost Fan Experiences - CNET Mon, 19 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMT
Exclusive: Basketball venues are facing increasing broadcaster and fan demands, so the NBA, WNBA and AT&T are upgrading arenas with all-new communications equipment.
 
Amazon is shipping the new Apple TV 4K faster, and at a lower price - 9to5Toys - Google Mon, 19 Oct 2026 11:58:00 GMT
  1. Amazon is shipping the new Apple TV 4K faster, and at a lower price 9to5Toys
  2. Apple TV 4K (2026) vs Apple TV 4K (2022): Is ‘Hey Siri’ worth twice the price? ZDNET
  3. New Apple TV 4K Features 'Whole Room Audio' With Four HomePods MacRumors
  4. Nobody should buy the $299 Apple TV 4K, but it could have been worse 9to5Mac
  5. Apple missed an opportunity with the Apple TV 4K The Verge
 
Even Realities G2 Review: Smart Glasses, Stupid Controls - Engadget - Google Mon, 19 Oct 2026 11:30:00 GMT
  1. Even Realities G2 Review: Smart Glasses, Stupid Controls Engadget
  2. Even Realities' support page gives the G2 640x350, and its own glossary says 576x288 MIXED Reality News
  3. Smart glasses without a camera: How Even G2 uses lens displays for translations, prepared text and AI prompts Business Today
  4. Even Realities G2s are my new daily smartglasses; the R1 ring is clutch MobileSyrup
  5. 6 Months with Even Reality G2 Smart Glasses and Custom Dashboards Geeky Gadgets
 
Nathan Fielder’s Surprise Call From Elizabeth Holmes: ‘I Trust You’ - Wired Mon, 19 Oct 2026 11:30:00 GMT
The codirector of “You Can See Everything” talks exclusively to WIRED about truth, lies, and Theranos.
 
Halo: Burn the Road Home | Cover Reveal | Halo - Official Site (en) - Halo Waypoint - Google Mon, 19 Oct 2026 11:28:39 GMT
Halo: Burn the Road Home | Cover Reveal | Halo - Official Site (en) Halo Waypoint
 
One pilot, two aircraft: F-22 Raptor directs autonomous combat drone in glimpse of future air warfare - TechSpot Mon, 19 Oct 2026 11:15:00 GMT

The demonstration took place earlier this month, when the Raptor and Anduril's YFQ-44A Fury took off from Edwards Air Force Base in California.

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Stratospheric airship flew from US to Japan to test sky cell tower concept - ArsTechnica Mon, 19 Oct 2026 11:05:49 GMT
Tests showed Sceye’s high-flying platform can deliver connectivity in disasters.
 
New iPhone spyware can steal passwords and photos - Fox News - Google Mon, 19 Oct 2026 10:45:24 GMT
  1. New iPhone spyware can steal passwords and photos Fox News
  2. iOS Exploit Kits Can Compromise iPhones Through a Single Malicious Website GBHackers News
  3. Google reveals DarkSword attacker domains but not the hacked sites Pasquale Pillitteri
  4. SlowMist Finds Public DarkSword Code in Deployable iOS Attack Kit TOKENPOST
  5. Coruna, DarkSword and the Enterprise iPhone: Key Takeaways from Packet Protector iVerify
 
Amazon Quietly Offloads Fire HD 10 Tablet at 53% Off, Practically Giving Away a Full-Sized Tablet - Gizmodo - Google Mon, 19 Oct 2026 10:40:31 GMT
  1. Amazon Quietly Offloads Fire HD 10 Tablet at 53% Off, Practically Giving Away a Full-Sized Tablet Gizmodo
  2. Amazon Deals of the Day: Save Over Half Off the Already Affordable Amazon Fire HD 10 Tab CNET
  3. Amazon’s Fire HD 8 tablet is back down to its lowest price ever ZDNET
  4. Amazon’s $180 Fire HD tablet falls to $45 at Kohl’s geekspin
  5. Amazon Fire HD 10 tablet is down to its lowest price ever, as Amazon deal shaves 53% off PC Guide
 
Maricopa County, Arizona, Is Again Ground Zero of Election Conspiracy Theories - Wired Mon, 19 Oct 2026 10:30:00 GMT
In 2020, Maricopa County became the epicenter for Trump’s claims the election was stolen. Six years, later the president and his allies are dusting off their “rigged” playbook ahead of the midterms.
 
How the Xbox’s Disc-to-Digital Program Works - Wired Mon, 19 Oct 2026 10:30:00 GMT
Microsoft is letting players digitize their game discs for free, but don't sell your physical collection just yet.
 
Alienware AW3226Q Tandem WOLED 32-Inch Review - TechSpot Mon, 19 Oct 2026 10:11:00 GMT
Alienware's $700 AW3226Q makes RGB stripe Tandem WOLED more affordable, with superb text clarity and deep blacks. But its 165Hz refresh rate faces tough competition from similarly priced 240Hz OLEDs.
 
How Elizabeth Holmes Tricked WIRED—and Everyone Else - Wired Mon, 19 Oct 2026 10:00:00 GMT
WIRED was the first magazine to cover Theranos and its enticing billionaire founder. There were warning signs even then.
 
The Story of Billy Evans and ‘Theranos 2.0’ - Wired Mon, 19 Oct 2026 10:00:00 GMT
Elizabeth Holmes’ husband is a major figure in Nathan Fielder’s new documentary. But who is Billy Evans—and is he really working on a second blood-testing company?
 
15 Best White Elephant Gifts, Plus a Prank Box to Put Them In (2026) - Wired Mon, 19 Oct 2026 09:39:00 GMT
Bring the gift everyone will want to win from this year’s holiday party, from a cute jacket for a beer can to magnets they’ll wish they could eat.
 
Disney Asked Character.AI to Go Bankrupt for a Get-Out-of-Lawsuits Card - Wired Mon, 19 Oct 2026 09:00:00 GMT
The entertainment giant hopes to get trust and safety tech, among other IP, from a startup whose chatbots dozens of states allege encouraged minors to self-harm and kill their parents.
 
Insta360 Luna Ultra and Luna Pro Review (2026): Steady Does It - Wired Mon, 19 Oct 2026 09:00:00 GMT
Insta360’s Luna Pro and Luna Ultra are the ideal cameras for solo filmmakers, content creators, and independent journalists.
 
The Verge switches up its audience team to prepare for Google Zero - Digiday - Google Mon, 19 Oct 2026 04:02:52 GMT
The Verge switches up its audience team to prepare for Google Zero Digiday
 
Today's NYT Strands Hints (and Answer) for Monday, October 19, 2026 - Lifehacker - Google Mon, 19 Oct 2026 04:00:00 GMT
  1. Today's NYT Strands Hints (and Answer) for Monday, October 19, 2026 Lifehacker
  2. NYT Strands Hints for October 20, 2026 The New York Times
  3. NYT Strands hints, answers for October 20, 2026 Mashable
  4. Today’s NYT Strands Hints, Spangram, Answers: Tuesday, October 20 (Duck Duck Goose) Forbes
  5. NYT Strands Hints And Daily Guide For Puzzle #961 October 20 2026 Tips Theme Clues And Spangram Help GameDaily
 
Anthropic gives outside AI watchdog “employee-like” access - ArsTechnica Sun, 18 Oct 2026 16:25:19 GMT
The outside watchdog can publish its findings without Anthropic's approval.
 
Scientists Find a ‘Ghostly Green’ Star, and That’s Not the Only Crazy Color - CNET Sun, 18 Oct 2026 15:00:16 GMT
White dwarf stars, it turns out, come in a variety of hues. Says one astronomer: “Some of them genuinely surprised me.”
 
Sony patents AI that predicts a game's next frame before the GPU finishes rendering it - TechSpot Sun, 18 Oct 2026 14:48:00 GMT

The approach targets a drawback of some frame-generation techniques: they require two completed frames before generating an image to insert between them. Waiting for the second frame adds latency. Sony's system would instead use an already available frame to predict the next one, rather than waiting to interpolate between two...

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Always on, always listening: New AI devices are pushing legal limits and could put users in jeopardy - CNBC - Google Sun, 18 Oct 2026 12:00:01 GMT
  1. Always on, always listening: New AI devices are pushing legal limits and could put users in jeopardy CNBC
  2. Amazon's new Bee AI devices have a bystander problem, says former AWS security engineer GeekWire
  3. Amazon introduces 2 new AI products from Bee: Bee Frontier and Bee Eclipse About Amazon
  4. Amazon launches two new portable AI listening devices Reuters
  5. Amazon and Apple AI wearables face wiretap law questions Quartz
 
20 Best Gifts for Men, Manly Men, and Manly Man Men (2026) - Wired Sun, 18 Oct 2026 11:01:00 GMT
When you need something that’s as mannishly masculinized as you can get for the Man™ in your life, we have you covered.
 
OnlyFans Creators Are Pissed That Meta Lets Muse Talk Dirty - Wired Sun, 18 Oct 2026 10:30:00 GMT
Adult performers are questioning why Meta allows its AI agent to sext while restricting their social media accounts.
 
Data Centers Have a New PR Plan: Your Kid’s Field Trip - Wired Sun, 18 Oct 2026 10:30:00 GMT
Amid a wave of backlash, some industry-friendly groups are employing creative and time-tested strategies to woo the youth.
 
Valerion VisionMaster Max 4K Projector Review: Looks Great, Sounds OK - Wired Sun, 18 Oct 2026 10:00:00 GMT
The Valerion VisionMaster Max 4K Projector delivers superb blacks, great brightness, and more adjustment capabilities than many users need.
 
Magnesium May Not Reach Your Brain, Despite Supplement Label Promises - Wired Sun, 18 Oct 2026 09:00:00 GMT
Some of the many variants sold today promise to penetrate our gray matter, but biology isn’t in the habit of respecting marketing declarations.
 
The Best AirPods Cases We’ve Used In Our Day-to-Day Lives (2026) - Wired Sun, 18 Oct 2026 09:00:00 GMT
These accessories add personality to your Apple headphones case, make them easy to find, and offer some protection, too.
 
Climate Change Has It In for the World’s Best Surfing - Wired Sun, 18 Oct 2026 09:00:00 GMT
As coastlines change, so do surf breaks. That may spell the end for premier waves and the tourist economies that depend on them.
 
Giving AI a “crystal clear” view of the materials world - MIT Sun, 18 Oct 2026 04:00:00 GMT
New research can help AI models understand crystalline materials in 3D and reason about their properties.
 
Eiliko robot maker Energize Lab left its entire fleet of 68,000 robots open to a remote takeover - TechSpot Sat, 17 Oct 2026 18:20:00 GMT

An investigation by The Verge found that researcher Sammy Azdoufal could access 13 million conversations across what appeared to be Energize Lab's entire active fleet of 68,000 Eiliko robots. The US accounted for the largest share of the data, which included more than 31,000 profiles belonging to children.

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PSA: The calendar invite is the new phishing vector, and email filters aren't catching it - TechSpot Sat, 17 Oct 2026 16:32:00 GMT

Security researchers at Sublime are warning users about a new phishing tactic targeting work calendars. Reports of these attacks have surged in recent months because the technique is inexpensive and more likely to reach end users.

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Analogue's updated SNES and Genesis consoles go wireless and switch to USB-C - TechSpot Sat, 17 Oct 2026 15:08:00 GMT

Both consoles cost $219.99 and will be available for pre-order this weekend, with shipping expected to begin in December.

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Amazon return scammers may be delidding CPUs, a suspected fake Ryzen suggests - TechSpot Sat, 17 Oct 2026 14:17:00 GMT

When a Redditor recently bought a second AMD Ryzen 9 9950X3D2 Dual Edition processor, he noticed conspicuous differences compared with his earlier purchase. Commenters quickly realized that a new type of Amazon return scam might be at play.

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Encryption Is Getting Squeezed From All Sides - Wired Sat, 17 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMT
Canada’s planned surveillance law is the latest grim step in a series of threats to encryption that are spreading around the world.
 
The Best LED Grow Lights for Houseplants This Winter (2026) - Wired Sat, 17 Oct 2026 11:30:00 GMT
Shorter days don’t have to spell trouble for your houseplants. These are the lights we’ve used and loved in our own homes.
 
Science says your boss should talk less in meetings - ArsTechnica Sat, 17 Oct 2026 11:15:11 GMT
Research suggests listening more while talking less. Killing aimless meetings can help, too.
 
These 12 Automatic Cat Feeders Were the Best We Tested in 2026 - Wired Sat, 17 Oct 2026 11:02:00 GMT
We tested some of the most popular automatic dry- and wet-food pet feeders to see which ones are worth the money.
 
Why BioWare's Neverwinter Nights still has thousands of active players - ArsTechnica Sat, 17 Oct 2026 11:00:21 GMT
The single-player is just OK, but according to the players, that doesn't matter.
 
Don’t Let a Crypto Inheritance Get Stuck on the Blockchain - Wired Sat, 17 Oct 2026 10:30:00 GMT
Claiming an inheritance of Bitcoin or other cryptocurrency can be like hunting for buried treasure. It doesn’t have to be.
 
HTC Made Smart Glasses That Are Way More Private - Wired Sat, 17 Oct 2026 10:30:00 GMT
These smart glasses do just about everything Meta glasses can, but they're not tied to a social media platform.
 
Verizon confirms $10 monthly fee for new iPhone Handoff feature - 9to5Mac - Google Sat, 17 Oct 2026 00:01:00 GMT
  1. Verizon confirms $10 monthly fee for new iPhone Handoff feature 9to5Mac
  2. Quick question: Who exactly is iPhone Handoff for? The Verge
  3. Verizon Sets New iPhone Handoff Feature at $10, Double T-Mobile's Price (and Still No AT&T Interest) CNET
  4. T-Mobile makes Verizon look seriously greedy with its price for Apple's new iPhone feature PhoneArena
  5. EE Brings the Foldable iPhone Duo and Handoff Feature to the UK The Mac Observer
 
MapQuest App Shows You Where License Plate Readers Are in Your Area - CNET Fri, 16 Oct 2026 21:00:37 GMT
Turn on the Surveillance option and you’ll see tiny eyeballs on the map marking the cameras’ locations.
 
Windows Defender now works in Linux, because why not - TechSpot Fri, 16 Oct 2026 20:40:00 GMT

Microsoft believes Linux systems also need a corporate-oriented security solution such as Defender. Redmond's anti-malware solution, notorious for its arguably excessive false positives, is now offering expanded support for major Linux distributions. This allows organizations to use the same security platform to protect heterogeneous enterprise environments where Windows and Linux...

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A Dota 2 pro says he talked his way out of a police raid by playing a match for the officers - TechSpot Fri, 16 Oct 2026 19:21:00 GMT

In a Facebook post, 23savage said officers raided the facility, handcuffed him and teammates Fbz and Oli, and confiscated their belongings. They questioned why the team was in the city and whether its members were professional players.

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Asus ROG Xbox Ally X20 debuts: It's all about that OLED - TechSpot Fri, 16 Oct 2026 18:50:00 GMT
The ROG Xbox Ally X20 is receiving praises for its gorgeous 7.4" OLED, premium design, improved controls and ergonomics. Performance is largely unchanged from last year's Xbox Ally X though, and then there's the very steep $1,300 price tag.
 
First Surface Laptop Ultra reviews: a promising but pricey MacBook Pro rival - TechSpot Fri, 16 Oct 2026 18:50:00 GMT
Microsoft Surface Laptop Ultra reviews have landed with a mixed verdict. Powered by RTX Spark, the premium Arm laptop earns praise for its MacBook-like build quality, AI capabilities, and versatility. However, its steep price, modest battery life, and Windows software limitations keep it from fully delivering on its ambitious promises.
 
Fostering community amid Kendall Square’s innovation - MIT Fri, 16 Oct 2026 16:00:00 GMT
The 18th annual Kendall Square Association Annual Meeting explored how new technologies could be a force for shared prosperity in society.
 
Da Red Gobbo returns with a new festive miniature - Warhammer Community - Google Fri, 16 Oct 2026 12:58:10 GMT
  1. Da Red Gobbo returns with a new festive miniature Warhammer Community
  2. Designers’ notes: The River of Bones lore Warhammer Community
  3. Warhammer Next Week: Nehekara Reinforcements In The Old World Bell of Lost Souls
  4. GAMES WORKSHOP REVEALS NEW 'WARHAMMER 40,000' HOLIDAY MINIATURE ICv2
  5. Warhammer Reveals New Tomb Kings Miniatures and Books SuaraGarut.ID
 
Suzy Nelson transformed student life at MIT - MIT Thu, 15 Oct 2026 21:35:00 GMT
Over the last decade, the vice chancellor has refocused the Institute’s approach to student life to center on student well-being.
 
State of Supply Chain Sustainability Report finds corporate commitment at record high, but governance lags behind - MIT Thu, 15 Oct 2026 21:00:00 GMT
MIT's Center for Transportation and Logistics finds sustainability commitments are strong, but governance gaps and external disruptions prevent execution.
 
AI model decodes the language cells use to communicate - MIT Thu, 15 Oct 2026 20:50:00 GMT
A new computational approach reveals how cells communicate to assemble into tissues. This could accelerate stem cell engineering, improve disease models, and inform therapies.
 
Satellite data reveal how Antarctica’s ice cliffs behave over time - MIT Thu, 15 Oct 2026 18:00:00 GMT
The cliffs don’t always collapse in the runaway process that scientists had expected.
 
Building trust in governments through digital platforms - MIT Thu, 15 Oct 2026 13:45:00 GMT
Governments and private companies often work together to provide public services online. A new study asks: How do these partnerships affect people’s trust in government?
 
Q&A: The “collision” between AI, your brain, and society - MIT Thu, 15 Oct 2026 04:00:00 GMT
In a new book, Professor Eric So explores how the technology affects our thinking skills.
 
You Can Play Mafia, Horizon Forbidden West and More Now With PlayStation Plus - CNET Wed, 14 Oct 2026 22:19:58 GMT
Some scary games, like Poppy Playtime: Chapter 2, are also coming to the service for Halloween as well.
 
MIT remembers Thomas Rose, a brilliant researcher and generous colleague - MIT Wed, 14 Oct 2026 18:30:00 GMT
Faculty, students, staff, family, and friends gathered to remember the assistant professor and archaeometallurgist who died last month.
 
Researchers improve weather forecasts looking two to six weeks out - MIT Wed, 14 Oct 2026 15:00:00 GMT
A new machine-learning approach broke records for weather forecasting for an important time frame in emergency planning.
 
Mix your favourite duardin with Khazalite Holds Armies of Renown - Warhammer Community - Google Wed, 14 Oct 2026 13:58:02 GMT
  1. Mix your favourite duardin with Khazalite Holds Armies of Renown Warhammer Community
  2. Age of Sigmar: Kits Of The Khazalite Holds Up Close Bell of Lost Souls
  3. After a few hours with the pre-painted Warhammer 40K terrain, I'm already convinced it's an essential purchase Yahoo
  4. Age of Sigmar Khazalite Holds Army Set Review - We've Got A Grudge To Settle TechRaptor
  5. I adore the new dwarf Khazlite Holds army for Warhammer Age of Sigmar, but I worry about what they mean for the future GamesRadar+
 
Hands-On: I Tried Apple’s HomeView. Is This the Smart Home Experience I’ve Been Waiting For? - CNET Wed, 14 Oct 2026 12:03:00 GMT
I’m not easily impressed when it comes to smart home hubs. Here’s why the HomeView is different.
 
Hiroshi Ishii honored for contributions to global design and human-computer interaction - MIT Tue, 13 Oct 2026 21:10:00 GMT
MIT Media Lab professor received the IDSA Special Achievement Award for three decades of research integrating physical and digital environments.
 
How artificial neural networks build their own learning machinery - MIT Tue, 13 Oct 2026 21:00:00 GMT
Machine-learning networks can learn without detailed instructions from a designer. Those that do may offer insight into how the brain reorganizes itself during learning.
 
MIT Lincoln Laboratory hosts National Security Commission on Emerging Biotechnology - MIT Tue, 13 Oct 2026 20:40:00 GMT
Roadshow event highlights Massachusetts' defense-biotechnology ecosystem.
 
Reprogrammed NK immune cells target cancer and autoimmune disorders - MIT Tue, 13 Oct 2026 09:00:00 GMT
A new approach can program these cells inside the body and shows promise against diseases caused by dysfunctional T cells, including lymphoma and autoimmune hepatitis.
 
Q&A: Building accountability behind our words — and AI’s — in civic conversations - MIT Tue, 13 Oct 2026 04:00:00 GMT
Professor Deb Roy contends there should be someone who is “answerable” for every piece of text in public life, no matter its origins.
 
Exploring how plants thrive in a changing environment - MIT Tue, 13 Oct 2026 04:00:00 GMT
Associate Professor David Des Marais studies how plants interact with their surroundings and adapt over time.
 
GTA 6 Is Wiping Out PS5 Pro Stock a Month Before Launch - CNET Mon, 12 Oct 2026 19:23:21 GMT
The game’s exclusivity is leading to greater demand for the high-end console.
 
Economists Robert Hall PhD ’67 and Michael Woodford PhD ’83 share Nobel Prize - MIT Mon, 12 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMT
The MIT alumni are honored for work that illuminates how government policy can spur growth in response to economic downturns.
 
‘Dragon Ball Super: Beerus’: When to Watch New Episodes of the Anime Series - CNET Sun, 11 Oct 2026 12:37:01 GMT
Beerus is awake, and you should be tuning in to keep up with all the action each week.
 
3 Questions: What is the best path forward for AI in academia? - MIT Thu, 08 Oct 2026 21:25:00 GMT
MIT Statistics and Data Science Center Director Alexander (Sasha) Rakhlin shares important considerations for departments and institutions.
 
Shape-sensing sheet digitally tracks its movement as it bends and twists - MIT Thu, 08 Oct 2026 18:00:00 GMT
Developed by MIT engineers, this flexible material could be used as a wearable, motion-monitoring “skin” in physical therapy, virtual reality, and gaming.
 
Using AI to mitigate the growing environmental threat of data centers - MIT Thu, 08 Oct 2026 04:00:00 GMT
By rethinking how large cloud computing systems operate, Associate Professor Christina Delimitrou seeks to make data centers more energy efficient.
 
Margaret Hamilton, computing pioneer who led software development for the Apollo program, dies at 90 - MIT Wed, 07 Oct 2026 20:55:00 GMT
Over two decades at MIT, Hamilton forged new paths in computer science and engineering. Her groundbreaking work included leading the team that programmed the first computers that took humans to the moon.
 
Turning the tide on Massachusetts shellfishing data - MIT Wed, 07 Oct 2026 19:55:00 GMT
MIT researchers built a cloud-based platform to help Massachusetts coastal towns and the state manage shellfishing closures, giving thousands of permit holders a clearer view of where they can fish.
 
Planning system ensures a robot’s flight path will remain collision-free - MIT Wed, 07 Oct 2026 04:00:00 GMT
This new method, called “SANDO,” could help disaster-response robots navigate dangerous, unknown environments.
 
Chris Bourg named vice provost and Barbara K. Ostrom (1978) Director of the MIT Libraries - MIT Tue, 06 Oct 2026 17:00:00 GMT
As director, Bourg has focused on digital access, open and equitable scholarly publishing, and expanded support for data-intensive research.
 
MIT announces the MIT for America initiative, to strengthen STEM education across the country - MIT Tue, 06 Oct 2026 15:00:00 GMT
The effort aims to help U.S. learners from kindergarten to community college, with an emphasis on math, making, and the constructive use of AI.
 
Astronomers catch a star slowly snacking on a brown dwarf, 300 light years away - MIT Mon, 05 Oct 2026 15:00:00 GMT
The discovery reveals a new way that stars and planetary companions can interact.
 
MIT releases financials and endowment figures for 2026 - MIT Fri, 02 Oct 2026 20:00:00 GMT
The Institute’s pooled investments returned 10.3 percent last year; endowment stands at $29.2 billion.
 
Met Warehouse dedication ceremony launches new era - MIT Fri, 02 Oct 2026 20:00:00 GMT
Once a storage castle, now a design stronghold, the landmark building is a major new hub at MIT.
 
MIT class project turns into an FDA-cleared treatment for tremors - MIT Fri, 02 Oct 2026 04:00:00 GMT
Wristband device from Encora Therapeutics started as a project in 2.009, MIT’s iconic product-design class.
 
3 Questions: A new resource to empower young entrepreneurs - MIT Fri, 02 Oct 2026 04:00:00 GMT
Martin Trust Center Managing Director Bill Aulet introduces Dear Dreamer, a free platform for middle and high school students who want to learn about entrepreneurship.
 
Tell Us Which Security Software Is Actually Worth Your Money - CNET Thu, 01 Oct 2026 18:50:38 GMT
Help us crown the most trusted anti virus, VPNs and security tools of 2026 in our People’s Picks survey.
 
Governor Healey and President Kornbluth launch MIT Future Fest - MIT Thu, 01 Oct 2026 18:30:00 GMT
The new, five-day MIT event reaches takeoff with a forum about discovery and innovation.
 
This game-playing AI is the new champ at Stratego - MIT Wed, 30 Sep 2026 15:00:00 GMT
Able to defeat top-ranked human players and more efficient than other models, the new system could help decision-makers in military maneuvers or business negotiations.
 
Lung cancers can use two different mechanisms to evade KRAS-inhibiting drugs - MIT Wed, 30 Sep 2026 09:00:00 GMT
Some tumor cells develop resistance by amplifying the KRAS gene, while others change their tumor type, MIT researchers have found.
 
The effects of an “algorithmic monoculture” depend on the details - MIT Tue, 29 Sep 2026 04:00:00 GMT
In a study focusing on hiring decisions, MIT researchers found the use of a single algorithm by many firms could benefit job seekers in certain situations.
 
Who we become when we talk to machines - MIT Tue, 29 Sep 2026 04:00:00 GMT
Professor Sherry Turkle’s new book, “Artificial Intimacy,” offers a withering critique of chatbots and the antisocial dynamics she believes they encourage.
 
Powered by muscle cells, a paper-thin robot swims through watery maze - MIT Tue, 29 Sep 2026 04:00:00 GMT
MIT engineers’ new aquabot offers a way to design small, efficient “biohybrid” robots.
 
Pressurized experiments could help wind farms generate more power - MIT Mon, 28 Sep 2026 15:00:00 GMT
A new way of simulating wind turbines in the field shows how tweaking turbine operation could unlock tens of thousands of dollars per turbine every year.
 
New formulation helps RNA vaccines withstand high temperatures - MIT Mon, 28 Sep 2026 09:00:00 GMT
MIT engineers have found a way to stabilize the lipid nanoparticles used to deliver RNA vaccines, which could allow the vaccines to be more widely distributed.
 
A new technique could accelerate the development of RNA therapies - MIT Fri, 25 Sep 2026 17:25:00 GMT
MIT chemical engineers found a way to rapidly produce lipid nanoparticles of varying sizes, which could make it easier to develop new vaccines and therapeutics.
 
Scattering neutrinos to probe the fundamental laws of the universe - MIT Fri, 25 Sep 2026 04:00:00 GMT
As she became integral to an international particle physics experiment, PhD student Faith Reyes found confidence in herself as a scientist.
 
Biologists identify a cellular pathway that allows colorectal cancer to metastasize - MIT Thu, 24 Sep 2026 18:00:00 GMT
They also found that obesity may put patients at higher risk for activation of the pathway. Drugs that block the pathway may help prevent metastasis.
 
New cell-collection device could improve early cancer detection - MIT Thu, 24 Sep 2026 15:00:00 GMT
MIT researchers developed a handheld system that gently collects living cells from patient samples to aid cancer testing and development of personalized medicines.
 
The promise and peril of using visual AI to study cities - MIT Thu, 24 Sep 2026 04:00:00 GMT
In their new book, “How AI Sees the City,” the leaders of MIT’s Senseable City Lab examine the technology’s implications for researching urban life.
 
MIT named the nation’s top university by U.S. News for 2026-27 - MIT Tue, 22 Sep 2026 04:01:00 GMT
The Institute’s undergraduate engineering, computer science, and economics programs are No. 1; its business program is No. 2.
 
Podcast: SHASS’s special sauce - MIT Tue, 22 Sep 2026 04:00:00 GMT
Established after World War II, the School of the Humanities, Arts, and Social Sciences is an integral part of the MIT experience. Three faculty reflect on the school’s ongoing impact.
 
Batteries that safely break down in the GI tract could improve ingestible devices - MIT Mon, 21 Sep 2026 15:00:00 GMT
Made from “bioresorbable” materials, the new batteries could power capsules for drug delivery, sensing, and other applications.
 
iOS 27.2 Could Bring These Features to Your iPhone Soon - CNET Wed, 16 Sep 2026 22:14:43 GMT
The release candidate brings Siri AI to more languages and updates a few apps, like FaceTime and Podcasts.
 
Verizon Sets New iPhone Handoff Feature at $10, Double T-Mobile’s Price (and Still No AT&T Interest) - CNET Wed, 16 Sep 2026 09:00:00 GMT
Just in time for the iPhone Duo, Verizon joins T-Mobile in supporting Apple’s clever feature for quickly switching between two phones.
 
“You're going to see the impact in 10 years” - President Kornbluth returns to GBH’s “Boston Public Radio” to discuss scientific funding and curiosity driven research - MIT Tue, 01 Sep 2026 04:00:00 GMT
Kornbluth weighed in on the consequences of cuts to federal funding for science and the value of curiosity driven research.
 
When Are the iPhone 18, iPhone 18E and iPhone Air 2 Coming Out? - CNET Sat, 29 Aug 2026 13:00:00 GMT
Looking forward to the iPhone 18, iPhone 18E or the iPhone Air 2? You might be waiting for a while.
 
Your Phone Can Now Spot Smart Glasses Faster Than You Can - CNET Mon, 24 Aug 2026 20:32:46 GMT
Amid broad privacy concerns, new apps such as Zuckoff help detect smart glasses in the wild.
 
Apple’s $250M Siri Settlement Is Taking Claims. Find Out If You Qualify - CNET Wed, 06 May 2026 18:26:08 GMT
Eligible recipients in the class action settlement can now sign up for payouts over Apple’s AI lawsuit.