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Google starts rolling out the google.com/goto URL as a passthrough URL to help prevent scraping of its search results by third-party tools and AI companies (Barry Schwartz/Search Engine Roundtable) - Techmeme Thu, 27 Aug 2026 05:40:02 GMT

Barry Schwartz / Search Engine Roundtable:
Google starts rolling out the google.com/goto URL as a passthrough URL to help prevent scraping of its search results by third-party tools and AI companies — This seems like a way for Google to help prevent scraping of its search results by third-party tools and AI companies …

 
Arturo Béjar, a key witness in state AGs' trial against Meta, says terms of the settlement are insufficient to protect young users; Meta rejects the criticism (Nick Robins-Early/The Guardian) - Techmeme Thu, 27 Aug 2026 05:30:01 GMT

Nick Robins-Early / The Guardian:
Arturo Béjar, a key witness in state AGs' trial against Meta, says terms of the settlement are insufficient to protect young users; Meta rejects the criticism — Exclusive: Arturo Béjar, an ex-Facebook employee and whistleblower, said outcome ‘is not an all clear to say the product is safe’
 
Filing: Nvidia says it has $18B committed to equity investments for the rest of the fiscal year and held $47.9B in private companies as of late July (Geoff Weiss/Business Insider) - Techmeme Thu, 27 Aug 2026 05:20:02 GMT

Geoff Weiss / Business Insider:
Filing: Nvidia says it has $18B committed to equity investments for the rest of the fiscal year and held $47.9B in private companies as of late July — Jensen Huang is feeling spendy. In the span of a few weeks, the Nvidia CEO has committed billions to deals and investments — with more potentially right around the corner.
 
Meta seeks to position itself as the industry leader in child safety through its settlement with US AGs, while still refusing to admit any wrongdoing (Casey Newton/Platformer) - Techmeme Thu, 27 Aug 2026 05:15:01 GMT

Casey Newton / Platformer:
Meta seeks to position itself as the industry leader in child safety through its settlement with US AGs, while still refusing to admit any wrongdoing — Will significant changes to Facebook and Instagram be enough to beat back a global wave of bans? — For just under a year from 2022 to 2023 …

 
Sources: the US is probing Singapore-based Apex Logistics for its suspected role in smuggling servers with Nvidia AI chips to China; Apex says it is cooperating (Bloomberg) - Techmeme Thu, 27 Aug 2026 05:10:00 GMT

Bloomberg:
Sources: the US is probing Singapore-based Apex Logistics for its suspected role in smuggling servers with Nvidia AI chips to China; Apex says it is cooperating — The US government is investigating Singapore-based Apex Logistics for its suspected role in smuggling Nvidia Corp. AI chips to China …

 
Meta's AG settlement gives it a moat to write child safety rules for other social media platforms, with little evidence its new safety features will help kids (Mike Masnick/Techdirt) - Techmeme Thu, 27 Aug 2026 05:05:01 GMT

Mike Masnick / Techdirt:
Meta's AG settlement gives it a moat to write child safety rules for other social media platforms, with little evidence its new safety features will help kids — By now you've almost certainly heard the news that Meta has settled with 52 state and local Attorneys General who had sued …

 
TopResume Packages: Everything You Need to Get Hired - Wired Thu, 27 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Discover ways to save at TopResume, including their free review service and 4-week Career Services Platform trial.
 
Design Within Reach Promo Codes: 30% Off | September 2026 - Wired Thu, 27 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Get 30% off, 20% off, and free shipping with our Design Within Reach coupon codes, plus up to 50% off furniture with these special discounts.
 
Therabody Promo Codes: 15% Off September 2026 - Wired Thu, 27 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Save on the science-backed devices you’ve been eyeing with 15% off Theragun discount code and 30% off other great deals.
 
Hostinger Promo Code: 79% Off for September 2026 - Wired Thu, 27 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Discover exclusive Hostinger promo codes, discounts, and deals on web hosting, cloud plans, and domain registration. Save big on your next Hostinger purchase today.
 
Starz Promo Codes: $5 Off for September 2026 - Wired Thu, 27 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Ready to stream award-winning series, hit movies, and exclusive originals? Our comprehensive guide helps you find every active Starz coupon, free trial, and discount code to save big on your subscription this 2026.
 
Alo Discount Code: 20% Off September 2026 - Wired Thu, 27 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Refresh your workout wardrobe. Save on buttery-soft leggings, chic streetwear, and activewear essentials with verified Alo Yoga discount codes, free shipping, and loyalty program perks.
 
Motley Fool Promo Code: $200 Off on Stock Advisor September 2026 - Wired Thu, 27 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Scale your portfolio for less with these verified The Motley Fool membership discounts, stock advisor promo codes, and Epic Bundle deals.
 
Birdfy Discount Codes: 15% Off Sitewide - Wired Thu, 27 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Use these verified Birdfy discount codes to score up to 40% off smart feeders, camera kits, and accessories.
 
Litter-Robot Promo Codes: Up to $150 Off - Wired Thu, 27 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Get the latest Litter-Robot Discounts on Litter-Robot self-cleaning litter boxes, accessories, and more.
 
MIT engineers create a system for building shape-changing smart devices - MIT Thu, 27 Aug 2026 04:00:00 GMT
Dubbed “bifur-circuits,” these interactive building blocks could be used to develop reconfigurable robotic grippers or customized assistive devices.
 
Anthropic gives Claude Cowork its own built-in browser on the desktop app separate from users' day-to-day browser, rolling out to paying subscribers (Frederic Lardinois/The New Stack) - Techmeme Thu, 27 Aug 2026 03:55:01 GMT

Frederic Lardinois / The New Stack:
Anthropic gives Claude Cowork its own built-in browser on the desktop app separate from users' day-to-day browser, rolling out to paying subscribers — Anthropic added a built-in browser to Claude's Cowork desktop app, ending the need for the Chrome extension for many web tasks.
 
OpenAI says reward hacking, an AI alignment problem in which a model takes unintended actions to achieve a goal, was a primary driver of the Hugging Face breach (Hayden Field/The Verge) - Techmeme Thu, 27 Aug 2026 03:30:02 GMT

Hayden Field / The Verge:
OpenAI says reward hacking, an AI alignment problem in which a model takes unintended actions to achieve a goal, was a primary driver of the Hugging Face breach — In July, an unreleased OpenAI model broke out of a restricted environment, figured out how to get access to the internet …

 
SEC filing: OpenAI invests ~$400M in its second startup fund, after it raised $175M for its first fund in 2021 from outside investors, including Microsoft (Sarah Klearman/Wall Street Journal) - Techmeme Thu, 27 Aug 2026 03:10:01 GMT

Sarah Klearman / Wall Street Journal:
SEC filing: OpenAI invests ~$400M in its second startup fund, after it raised $175M for its first fund in 2021 from outside investors, including Microsoft — The ChatGPT maker is dedicating $400 million to investing in early-stage AI companies — OpenAI is launching a second startup fund …

 
METR and Redwood detail how ~1,200 OpenAI agents coordinated cheating on an unsanctioned board, sending 70K+ messages and files, and ~700 attacked Hugging Face (METR) - Techmeme Thu, 27 Aug 2026 02:50:00 GMT

METR:
METR and Redwood detail how ~1,200 OpenAI agents coordinated cheating on an unsanctioned board, sending 70K+ messages and files, and ~700 attacked Hugging Face — Redaction summary statement: Except where explicitly noted in this post, OpenAI redacted no additional information that was important to our conclusions.
 
Sources: SoftBank is in talks to buy a majority stake in humanoid robot maker 1X at a $6B valuation; 1X sought $1B at a $10B valuation in 2025, but raised <50% (The Information) - Techmeme Thu, 27 Aug 2026 02:40:01 GMT

The Information:
Sources: SoftBank is in talks to buy a majority stake in humanoid robot maker 1X at a $6B valuation; 1X sought $1B at a $10B valuation in 2025, but raised <50% — SoftBank is in talks to buy a majority stake in 1X Technologies, an OpenAI-backed humanoid robot developer …

 
Thinking Machines Lab co-founder Barret Zoph is returning to Google as VP of research, after leaving OpenAI in June and Thinking Machines Lab in January (Wall Street Journal) - Techmeme Thu, 27 Aug 2026 02:15:02 GMT

Wall Street Journal:
Thinking Machines Lab co-founder Barret Zoph is returning to Google as VP of research, after leaving OpenAI in June and Thinking Machines Lab in January — After a short stint at OpenAI, Zoph will become a vice president of research at Google, which has recently lost a string of high-profile researchers
 
Sloan Digital Sky Survey Releases New Map of Supermassive Black Holes - Hack a Day Thu, 27 Aug 2026 02:00:09 GMT
The Universe is a large place, yet despite it being mostly empty space, there are still a lot of things to find and catalogue. This includes mildly terrifying things like …read more
 
Okta reports Q2 revenue up 11% YoY to $805M, vs. $795M est., net income up 73% YoY to $116M, and raises its full-year guidance; OKTA surges 20% after hours (Samantha Subin/CNBC) - Techmeme Thu, 27 Aug 2026 01:45:01 GMT

Samantha Subin / CNBC:
Okta reports Q2 revenue up 11% YoY to $805M, vs. $795M est., net income up 73% YoY to $116M, and raises its full-year guidance; OKTA surges 20% after hours — Okta shares surged 20% in extended trading after the identity software provider surpassed Wall Street's fiscal second-quarter estimates.
 
'GTA VI' Cyberleek update: Everything leaked Wednesday and earlier this week - Mashable - Google Thu, 27 Aug 2026 01:39:17 GMT
  1. 'GTA VI' Cyberleek update: Everything leaked Wednesday and earlier this week Mashable
  2. GTA 6 Cyberleek update: Everything leaked so far, what might be next Mashable
  3. Rockstar Games Responds to Grand Theft Auto VI Gameplay Leaks Ahead of Extended Look Trailer Bleacher Report
  4. Take-Two Subpoenas Microsoft And Discord Over GTA 6 Leaks Kotaku
  5. Latest GTA 6 leak shows a physical video game store in the game, which is ironic TweakTown
 
Source: Nvidia has agreed to buy Hugging Face for $12.9B; the AI repository has had several potential suitors among its investors, including Salesforce (The Information) - Techmeme Thu, 27 Aug 2026 01:35:02 GMT

The Information:
Source: Nvidia has agreed to buy Hugging Face for $12.9B; the AI repository has had several potential suitors among its investors, including Salesforce — Nvidia has agreed to buy Hugging Face, a company known for its GitHub-like repository of open-source AI models, for $12.9 billion …

 
Sen. Josh Hawley launches an investigation into Flock's "collection, retention, and dissemination of the data" from its AI-powered surveillance cameras (Andrew Solender/Axios) - Techmeme Thu, 27 Aug 2026 01:10:01 GMT

Andrew Solender / Axios:
Sen. Josh Hawley launches an investigation into Flock's “collection, retention, and dissemination of the data” from its AI-powered surveillance cameras — - Members of Congress in both parties have raised concerns about the company's network of 120,000 cameras, which allow law enforcement to track the movement of vehicles.
 
How to See the Partial Lunar Eclipse and Blood Moon on August 27 - Wired Thu, 27 Aug 2026 00:44:35 GMT
The eclipse will obscure about 93 percent of the moon’s surface. Here are the peak times and tips for the best viewing experience.
 
Apple Maps Has Ads Now. They Might Not Be Terrible, but You Can’t Turn Them Off - CNET Thu, 27 Aug 2026 00:15:48 GMT
Some critics say it’s not a good look for Apple.
 
Rules of the Road: Engineers Have Built a Traffic Control System for the Moon - CNET Wed, 26 Aug 2026 23:09:50 GMT
The saying “cleared for takeoff” has a whole different meaning in space.
 
Australia's recording association bans AI-made music from charts - Engadget Wed, 26 Aug 2026 23:00:49 GMT
Songs using gen-AI as a support tool will still be allowed, so long as they're "substantially human made."
 
Making An LCD UI Look More Like Classic Indicator Lamps - Hack a Day Wed, 26 Aug 2026 23:00:37 GMT
The TermDriver 2 is a USB-to-serial interface with a twist—it has a built-in screen for displaying relevant information. It can run at anywhere from 100 bit/s to 2Mbit/s, while showing …read more
 
Meta agrees to pay up to $18 billion to end trial over Instagram, Facebook child addiction claims - TechSpot Wed, 26 Aug 2026 22:41:00 GMT

This case dates to 2023, when 29 states sued Meta alleging it built infinite scroll, push notifications, and recommendation algorithms specifically to maximize how long kids stayed on its apps, misled the public about the harm, and collected children's data without parental consent in violation of COPPA.

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MLB The Show 26 Headlines a Surprisingly Underwhelming PlayStation Plus Month - CNET Wed, 26 Aug 2026 22:40:47 GMT
Sniper Elite: Resistance, Wobbly Life and Chained Echoes round out a lineup that offers something for different kinds of players.
 
How Rising Temperatures Likely Contributed to Nepal’s Deadly Flood - Wired Wed, 26 Aug 2026 22:19:44 GMT
Climate change is causing glaciers to retreat and become less stable, upping the odds of catastrophic collapses.
 
RIP, Tim Curry: Ars remembers his top 10 iconic performances - ArsTechnica Wed, 26 Aug 2026 22:13:15 GMT
A dashing pirate, a butler, a killer clown, an alien mad scientist in drag—the man had range.
 
Panic is refunding tariff fees paid by Playdate owners - Engadget Wed, 26 Aug 2026 21:57:48 GMT
The console was subject to added fees under the Trump administration's original tariff regime.
 
Perplexity and Nvidia launch "Portable Computer," a local AI agent for Nvidia GPUs - TechSpot Wed, 26 Aug 2026 21:55:00 GMT

Speaking at a press conference, Perplexity's Nate Kupp said the new app carries the exact same UI as the original Computer platform and includes every feature needed for local inferencing. He added that some complex tasks may still require access to more powerful frontier models hosted online, but the app...

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OpenAI details the failures that led to Hugging Face breach in official report - Engadget Wed, 26 Aug 2026 21:54:58 GMT
Transparency from the company is good, but real trust in its people would be better.
 
Star Wars Zero Company reviewed: XCOM-style tactics are a strong fit for Star Wars - TechSpot Wed, 26 Aug 2026 21:42:00 GMT
Star Wars Zero Company is earning strong reviews for bringing XCOM-style turn-based tactics to the Star Wars universe. Critics are praising its cinematic presentation, characters, and grittier story, while pointing to some occasional performance issues.
 
AI agents meant to replace Meta workers made “large-scale, disruptive actions” - ArsTechnica Wed, 26 Aug 2026 21:25:27 GMT
Report shows Meta's challenges replacing people with AI agents.
 
ProtonVPN's free tier is promoting unlimited data with no ads - TechSpot Wed, 26 Aug 2026 21:15:00 GMT
ProtonVPN is a privacy-focused service with a strong free option that includes unlimited data, no ads or artificial speed limits, and a strict no-logs policy. Its open-source apps are available across major desktop and mobile platforms, with free users able to connect one device at a time.
 
Here’s how many foldable iPhones IDC expects Apple to ship in one year - 9to5Mac - Google Wed, 26 Aug 2026 21:13:00 GMT
  1. Here’s how many foldable iPhones IDC expects Apple to ship in one year 9to5Mac
  2. Apple to Ship 10 Million Foldable iPhones in Year One, IDC Says Bloomberg.com
  3. Apple set to debut foldable iPhone Axios
  4. This iPhone Ultra teaser is almost as good as Apple launch videos AppleInsider
  5. Alleged Foldable iPhone Motherboard Photos Surface Online MacRumors
 
Democrats Just Might Win the Senate - Wired Wed, 26 Aug 2026 21:00:00 GMT
Strategists in both parties have long thought that everything would need to go right for Democrats to take over Congress this fall. Their map, though, is becoming more forgiving.
 
The Meta Settlement Will Put Limits on Instagram for Teens. They’re Still Vulnerable - Wired Wed, 26 Aug 2026 20:55:46 GMT
Child safety groups and former Meta employees welcome proposed changes to how the company’s platforms will work for teens. They also think states should have demanded more.
 
New Twitter launches, says Musk's X gave up the name - ArsTechnica Wed, 26 Aug 2026 20:49:04 GMT
Judge hasn't ruled on X Corp’s preliminary injunction, but Operation Bluebird plows ahead
 
Waffle House Teleporter Gregg Phillips Is Still on the Trump Administration’s Payroll - Wired Wed, 26 Aug 2026 20:18:12 GMT
In June, a FEMA official infamous for claiming to have teleported to a Waffle House was reportedly ousted. He’s still employed by the government, though—and meeting with a Trump fixer.
 
Why is the Mac mini M5 Pro more expensive than the M6? - Engadget Wed, 26 Aug 2026 20:15:00 GMT
When it comes to Apple Silicon, a higher number doesn't necessarily mean a better chip.
 
Emulating the iPod - Hack a Day Wed, 26 Aug 2026 20:00:11 GMT
These days there are emulators for all the great consoles of yesteryear, as well as old retrocomputers and arcade machines and so much else to boot. Now, though, a particularly …read more
 
How to watch Grand Theft Auto VI: An Extended Look - Engadget Wed, 26 Aug 2026 20:00:00 GMT
Netflix is the exclusive home of the GTA VI trailer for six hours on Thursday.
 
The colorful JBL Pulse 6 speaker will be available next month - Engadget Wed, 26 Aug 2026 19:58:44 GMT
JBL's new speaker/light hybrid will cost $330.
 
Meta settles states' child-safety claims for $18B; Florida rejects deal as "peanuts" - ArsTechnica Wed, 26 Aug 2026 19:50:52 GMT
Meta to impose daily limit on child social media use in deal with nearly every state.
 
Roku will stream select NWSL games this season - Engadget Wed, 26 Aug 2026 19:50:24 GMT
Eight Sunday night NWSL matches will be available to watch for free through The Roku Channel.
 
Soundcore's Nebula X1S projector is an incredibly bright version of its popular Nebula X1 - Engadget Wed, 26 Aug 2026 19:48:51 GMT
Soundcore's latest projector is bright enough to use in daylight with the shades up.
 
Florida Catholics slap down state AG by rejecting religious vaccine exemptions - ArsTechnica Wed, 26 Aug 2026 19:39:24 GMT
The bishops' snub comes as the state continues to attack vaccines.
 
Mac mini vs Mac Studio: Which desktop is right for you? - Engadget Wed, 26 Aug 2026 19:19:28 GMT
Which of Apple's new computers should you get?
 
Google announces Gemini 3.5 Transcribe for AI-powered speech-to-text - ArsTechnica Wed, 26 Aug 2026 19:19:22 GMT
The AI that powers Gboard's Rambler is coming to more Google products, including Chrome.
 
Amazon knocks $150 off Pixel 11 phones, with up to $200 in gift cards - The Verge - Google Wed, 26 Aug 2026 19:18:23 GMT
  1. Amazon knocks $150 off Pixel 11 phones, with up to $200 in gift cards The Verge
  2. The Google Pixel 11 Pro Still Has the Best Display for Gaming, but Other Troubles Emerge CNET
  3. Pixel 11 Pro Fold vs. Galaxy Z Fold8: Which $1,900 Foldable Is Better for Work? TechRepublic
  4. You can officially buy the Pixel 11 phones and Pixel Watch 5. blog.google
  5. Google Pixel 11 series review: Is the magic fading? Ars Technica
 
What We Still Don’t Know About OpenAI’s Hugging Face Hack - Wired Wed, 26 Aug 2026 19:16:42 GMT
The AI giant acknowledges that it could have done far more to prevent its AI agents from going rogue. But it still fails to explain why it didn't see this fiasco coming.
 
Devolver Digital squares up to Rockstar with a mascot platformer out the same day as GTA 6 - Engadget Wed, 26 Aug 2026 18:59:18 GMT
Devolver Digital squares up to Rockstar with a mascot platformer out the same day as GTA 6.
 
Ring introduces better default encryption standards to address privacy concerns - Engadget Wed, 26 Aug 2026 18:56:52 GMT
Ring data still gets sent to the cloud, but it'll be deleted after being used to power smart home controls.
 
ASUS introduces new Ace esports-focused gaming monitors - Engadget Wed, 26 Aug 2026 18:42:16 GMT
The latest ASUS gaming monitors all feature 24.5-inch, high-refresh rate OLED panels.
 
Review: Resonance: A Plague Tale Legacy Is a Visual Feast to Cherish on Every Console - Digital Foundry - Google Wed, 26 Aug 2026 18:40:00 GMT
  1. Review: Resonance: A Plague Tale Legacy Is a Visual Feast to Cherish on Every Console Digital Foundry
  2. Resonance: A Plague Tale Legacy Review IGN
  3. Resonance: A Plague Tale Legacy Review: She’s Going To Be King Of Game Informer
  4. "Resonance: A Plague Tale Legacy" Shifts Tone of Cinematic Franchise Roger Ebert
  5. Casual Gamer Reviews: Resonance: A Plague Tale Legacy Houston Press
 
Elden Ring On Switch 2 – The Worst Way To Play The Best Game - Game Informer - Google Wed, 26 Aug 2026 18:36:02 GMT
  1. Elden Ring On Switch 2 – The Worst Way To Play The Best Game Game Informer
  2. Elden Ring on the Switch 2 isn’t tarnished The Verge
  3. I Tested Elden Ring On Switch 2 In A Cozy Cafe And It Ran Just Fine, Which Is Great News For A Remarkable Game Kotaku
  4. Video: Elden Ring Nintendo Switch 2 vs. PS5 graphics comparison Nintendo Everything
  5. Elden Ring: Tarnished Edition, MGS: Master Collection Vol. 2, Captain Tsubasa 2, and Lou’s Lagoon hit the Switch Games Asylum
 
FLOSS Weekly Episode 879: Easy Like Butter - Hack a Day Wed, 26 Aug 2026 18:30:54 GMT
This week Jonathan chats with Nathan Freitas of the Guardian Project! What is going on at the forefront of Open Source and privacy advocacy? Where are we on a true …read more
 
There Are No Trans Women in the WNBA, so Right-Wingers Are Making Some Up - Wired Wed, 26 Aug 2026 18:24:22 GMT
As culture warriors continue to stoke the flames of a gender panic in professional sports, wild conspiracy theories are coming into play.
 
Raspberry Pi now has an official guide for building your own cyberdeck - TechSpot Wed, 26 Aug 2026 18:19:00 GMT

Raspberry Pi recently shared a series of DIY instructions for building a custom cyberdeck. The organization said the maker community has fallen in love with these homemade machines, which is why it has now published an "official" tutorial explaining how to build one using Raspberry Pi hardware and accessories.

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The Humanoids at China’s Robot Games Were Faster Than Usain Bolt—but I’m More Impressed by Their Tweezer Mastery - Wired Wed, 26 Aug 2026 18:15:00 GMT
Beijing’s endlessly delightful Robot Games featured tons of impressive stunts. But the most mind-blowing tricks challenged the humanoid’s brain, not its brawn.
 
AI Assistant Instinct Hits $2.5 Billion Valuation In Weeks Amid VC Feeding Frenzy - Forbes - Google Wed, 26 Aug 2026 18:10:26 GMT
  1. AI Assistant Instinct Hits $2.5 Billion Valuation In Weeks Amid VC Feeding Frenzy Forbes
  2. Exclusive | The Latest Viral AI Assistant Rocketing Across Silicon Valley WSJ
  3. Viral AI startup Instinct has raised $350 million at a $2.5 billion valuation TechCrunch
  4. Instinct's AI Assistant Sent an Email Without Asking and Testers Are Furious Startup Fortune
  5. Instinct AI assistant faces privacy concerns SC Media
 
FBI Disrupts Chinese Proxy Tools Used in Mass Hacking of US Agencies and Infrastructure - Wired Wed, 26 Aug 2026 17:57:06 GMT
China’s hacking campaign targeted NASA, the Federal Reserve, the US Senate, the Justice Department, and more, according to the DOJ.
 
Meta reportedly abandoned an AI-focused restructuring plan that would have laid off thousands - Engadget Wed, 26 Aug 2026 17:36:41 GMT
The problem with Meta's AI restructuring plan is the AI wasn't good enough.
 
MIT student leaders: Q&A with McCormick Hall co-president Sydney Baller - MIT Wed, 26 Aug 2026 17:35:00 GMT
The rising senior loves her dorm and its community and wants to serve as a bridge to its next residents as the building heads into renovations.
 
The Porsche 911 GT3 Touring punches above its weight class - ArsTechnica Wed, 26 Aug 2026 17:25:53 GMT
The "everyday" GT3 delivers, despite looming regulations and an ever-inflating price tag.
 
Google says its latest Gemini transcription model can turn your ramblings into structured text - Engadget Wed, 26 Aug 2026 17:25:36 GMT
Google says Gemini 3.5 Transcribe will soon let you use speech-to-text in any web field in Chrome.
 
Candidates Are Signing a Pact Promising Action on Data Centers and AI Safety - Wired Wed, 26 Aug 2026 17:13:37 GMT
More than 15 politicians from across the country have signed on to the AI Pact, vowing to regulate data centers and AI. “We’ve got to get this right,” says Senate candidate Dan Osborn of Nebraska.
 
Fable Looks Absolutely Incredible In New 18-Minute Quest Gameplay - Pure Xbox - Google Wed, 26 Aug 2026 17:08:00 GMT
  1. Fable Looks Absolutely Incredible In New 18-Minute Quest Gameplay Pure Xbox
  2. Fable: Find Out How Combat Works After Our First Hands-on XBOX Wire
  3. Xbox’s new Fable embraces color and humor. Refreshing! The Verge
  4. Fable: After Watching a Full Quest, I Couldn’t Be More Excited to Play It | gamescom 2026 IGN
  5. New Fable Gameplay Shows off Heroes Guild Quest, Skill Trees and More Lords of Gaming
 
Xbox’s new disc-to-digital program gives physical games a digital future - ArsTechnica Wed, 26 Aug 2026 16:59:41 GMT
"Most" Xbox One and Series X games are compatible; discs will still work after being claimed.
 
Xbox’s new disc-to-digital program gives physical games a digital future - Ars Technica - Google Wed, 26 Aug 2026 16:59:41 GMT
  1. Xbox’s new disc-to-digital program gives physical games a digital future Ars Technica
  2. Your Discs. Now Also Digital. XBOX Wire
  3. Xbox boss 'thinking about affordability' of next-gen console BBC
  4. Xbox announces disc-to-digital feature that digitizes your physical games The Verge
  5. Xbox CEO Won’t Say If Project Helix Has A Disc Drive: ‘We Have To Be Thinking About Efficiency And Affordability’ Kotaku
 
Apple is holding its iPhone launch event on September 9 - TechCrunch - Google Wed, 26 Aug 2026 16:53:07 GMT
  1. Apple is holding its iPhone launch event on September 9 TechCrunch
  2. ‘Surprise and shine’: Apple to hold first major iPhone launch under new CEO next month CNN
  3. iPhone 18 Pro Max Vs iPhone 18 Pro: Apple's Rumored Camera Update Explained NDTV
  4. Apple sets iPhone launch event for Sept. 9, first under new CEO John Ternus CNBC
  5. Apple to Hold Sept. 9 Foldable iPhone Launch to Start Ternus Era Bloomberg.com
 
Xbox Insiders will soon be able to create digital versions of their physical games - Engadget Wed, 26 Aug 2026 16:44:58 GMT
Thousands of Xbox One and Series X titles will support the new disc-to-digital feature.
 
How to Watch Apple’s ‘Surprise and Shine’ Event in September - CNET Wed, 26 Aug 2026 16:39:51 GMT
Will Apple debut a foldable iPhone at its event? Here’s how to watch the event to find out in real time.
 
Xbox unveils disc-to-digital feature designed to digitize existing physical games - TechSpot Wed, 26 Aug 2026 16:24:00 GMT

To claim a digital copy of a game, simply insert a supported disc into your Xbox One or Xbox Series X and launch the title. Once claimed, you'll be able to leverage the benefits of digital, including support for Xbox Play Anywhere and Xbox Cloud Gaming when applicable.

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As Apple Prepares Another Next Tech-Defining Moment, Look Back at Major Milestones From Then to Now - CNET Wed, 26 Aug 2026 16:23:11 GMT
That rumored foldable iPhone didn’t come from nowhere. Experts from CNET, PCMag, Mashable, Popular Science, ZDNET and Lifehacker examine Apple’s most important tech reveals.
 
Preorders for Xbox's anniversary collection are open (for some) and the bundle costs $900 - Engadget Wed, 26 Aug 2026 16:22:28 GMT
The Xbox 25th anniversary bundle includes a translucent green Series X, a similarly-colored controller and a digital download of Halo: Campaign Evolved.
 
Apple Sends Out Invites for Its Annual Fall iPhone Event - CNET Wed, 26 Aug 2026 16:13:16 GMT
The event, rumored to launch the foldable iPhone, will take place on Wednesday, Sept. 9.
 
Apple announces September 9 date for 'Surprise and shine' iPhone event - Engadget Wed, 26 Aug 2026 16:07:00 GMT
Is it finally time to see the foldable iPhone?
 
PlayStation Plus September 2026 free games lineup officially revealed, includes a great retro RPG - Polygon.com - Google Wed, 26 Aug 2026 15:58:27 GMT
  1. PlayStation Plus September 2026 free games lineup officially revealed, includes a great retro RPG Polygon.com
  2. PlayStation Plus Monthly Games for September – Sniper Elite: Resistance, MLB The Show 26, Wobbly Life, Chained Echoes PlayStation.Blog
  3. MLB The Show 26 comes to PlayStation Plus this September MLB® The Show
  4. Saber Released MudRunner on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series ixbt.games
  5. PlayStation Plus confirms 4 free games for September, includes underrated RPG GAMINGbible
 
Court blocks Trump FCC order that could flood broadcast TV with more election ads - ArsTechnica Wed, 26 Aug 2026 15:45:07 GMT
Republicans demanded that parties and fundraising committees be given lowest ad rates.
 
Apple Maps is getting ads, and there's no way to turn them off - TechSpot Wed, 26 Aug 2026 15:44:00 GMT

We first heard that Apple was considering strengthening its services revenue by monetizing Maps at the start of 2025. Cupertino confirmed earlier this year that the ads would be rolling out this summer.

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Rockstar calls GTA 6 leaks 'heartbreaking for our team' and says the game is nearly finished - Engadget Wed, 26 Aug 2026 15:40:59 GMT
Ahead of the extended look at GTA 6 on Netflix, Rockstar has addressed leaked gameplay videos in a statement.
 
Netflix’s ‘GTA 6’ Extended Look Isn’t The Only ‘GTA’ Preview Tomorrow - Forbes - Google Wed, 26 Aug 2026 15:34:27 GMT
  1. Netflix’s ‘GTA 6’ Extended Look Isn’t The Only ‘GTA’ Preview Tomorrow Forbes
  2. How To Watch Grand Theft Auto VI: An Extended Look Engadget
  3. Rockstar Games Doubled in Size for GTA 6, Hired Real World Professionals for Fashion, Vehicles, and More IGN
  4. Grand Theft Auto VI exists in its own universe The Verge
  5. Grand Theft Auto VI to Feature Physical Appearance Changes, Relationship Choices, Character Switching Consequence of Sound
 
How Packaging Can Kill An Electronics Microbusiness - Hack a Day Wed, 26 Aug 2026 15:30:36 GMT
Quite a few in our community make a bit of cash on the side by selling our creations, and it’s not uncommon to find that a project which catches your …read more
 
What's the difference between WAN and LAN? - Engadget Wed, 26 Aug 2026 15:30:00 GMT
Two identical ports, two different purposes.
 
Bluesky now supports 10-minute videos - Engadget Wed, 26 Aug 2026 15:23:29 GMT
File sizes have also been increased and uploads should be faster.
 
Microsoft partners with Razer, 8BitDo, and Backbone on Xbox 25th anniversary collection - TechSpot Wed, 26 Aug 2026 15:06:00 GMT

The Designed for Xbox 25th Anniversary Collection consists of a Razer Basilisk V3 Pro 35K mouse, a Razer BlackWidow V4 75% mechanical keyboard, and a set of Razer Hammerhead V3 X HyperSpeed earbuds – all decked out in translucent green.

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Researchers get two genetic codes to work at the same time - ArsTechnica Wed, 26 Aug 2026 15:00:34 GMT
Messing with the genetic code might have gotten a bit easier to do.
 
Persona 4 Revival English and Japanese Previews Released, New English Footage - Persona Central - Google Wed, 26 Aug 2026 14:19:56 GMT
  1. Persona 4 Revival English and Japanese Previews Released, New English Footage Persona Central
  2. Sega gameplay updates: Persona 4 Revival, Crazy Taxi: World Tour, Total War: Warhammer 40,000, and more PlayStation.Blog
  3. Persona 4 Revival Story Trailer Tunes into the Midnight Channel Crunchyroll
  4. Persona 4 Revival Game Previews Story in New Trailer Anime News Network
  5. After Playing Persona 4 Revival , It’s Nice To Know Some Parts Of The RPG Classic Are Still Timeless Kotaku
 
15,000 years of solar wind in four hours? A Seattle company gives it a go. - ArsTechnica Wed, 26 Aug 2026 14:14:52 GMT
"We're living in this world of scarcity with the Moon."
 
Meta Will Pay Up to $16.7 Billion to Settle Its Social Media Harms Case—and That’s Not All - Wired Wed, 26 Aug 2026 14:08:37 GMT
In addition to sending billions of dollars to states, Meta will make substantive changes to its platforms as part of a landmark settlement.
 
Microsoft’s 25th anniversary Xbox will cost $899 - The Verge - Google Wed, 26 Aug 2026 14:05:38 GMT
  1. Microsoft’s 25th anniversary Xbox will cost $899 The Verge
  2. Pre-orders Begin Today for the XBOX 25th Anniversary Collection XBOX Wire
  3. Xbox Series X25 Console & Controller: Prices, Release Dates, Pre-Orders Announced Pure Xbox
  4. Backbone Pro Xbox 25th Anniversary Edition: Price, release date, and colorways Mashable
  5. Preorders For Xbox's Anniversary Collection Are Open (For Some) And The Bundle Costs $900 Engadget
 
Hackaday Europe 2026: PCBs With A Plot - Hack a Day Wed, 26 Aug 2026 14:02:53 GMT
Printed circuit boards were developed first for function over form. They were a way to mount components and connect them in a stable, robust fashion, while taking into regard things …read more
 
Asus customer says $10,000 ROG anniversary bundle order was canceled, forcing them to pay $500 more - TechSpot Wed, 26 Aug 2026 14:01:00 GMT

According to Trying-to-buildpc, they preordered the ROG 20th Edition Component Bundle, which contains a ROG Astral GeForce RTX 5090 Edition 20, ROG Crosshair X870E Edition 20 motherboard, ROG Ryujin 360 Edition 20 liquid cooler, ROG Thor 3000W Titanium III Edition 20 power supply, and ROG GR20 Edition 20 chassis. With...

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Psychiatry’s diagnostic bible is finally getting a biological upgrade - ArsTechnica Wed, 26 Aug 2026 13:53:32 GMT
Biology is coming to psychiatry’s diagnostic manual, even as reliable biomarkers remain rare.
 
Florida police used a fake Flock camera in a sting, then charged a man with three felonies for destroying it - TechSpot Wed, 26 Aug 2026 13:33:00 GMT

News 6 Orlando reports that police in Oviedo, Florida, have charged a man with three felonies for destroying a Flock surveillance camera, even though the camera was fake. Even the mayor, who was unaware of the decoy operation before the arrest, admitted the charges are controversial.

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Meta to Pay Up to $18 Billion to Settle With US States on Teen Social Media Addiction - CNET Wed, 26 Aug 2026 13:24:17 GMT
CEO Mark Zuckerberg and Meta will avoid what likely would’ve been a disastrous, high-stakes trial.
 
Exclusive: Samsung Galaxy S27 Official CAD Renders Leaks - Android Headlines - Google Wed, 26 Aug 2026 13:05:18 GMT
  1. Exclusive: Samsung Galaxy S27 Official CAD Renders Leaks Android Headlines
  2. Exclusive: Samsung Galaxy S27 Ultra official CAD Renders Leak Android Headlines
  3. Galaxy S27 Ultra has fewer cameras, and it's the best upgrade in years PhoneArena
  4. Galaxy S27 Ultra’s major redesign detailed in new renders, price hike rumored 9to5Google
  5. Galaxy S27 Ultra leak reveals the 7,000mAh battery Samsung reportedly rejected Android Police
 
Ring Gave Itself a Security Makeover Called TAKE. Here’s What’s Actually Changing - CNET Wed, 26 Aug 2026 13:00:00 GMT
Amazon Ring has a new policy for its encryption practices and what they mean for your security videos or AI use. Customers are getting more choices, too.
 
PeopleFinders’ New Website Runs Background Checks on Your Dates - Wired Wed, 26 Aug 2026 13:00:00 GMT
The site, called Stud or Dud, helps daters dig up dirt on potential paramours. It’s fueled by the same public data as PeopleFinders.com—and comes with many of the same concerns.
 
NASA Astronaut Christina Koch’s Secret Trick to Decompress After Artemis II - CNET Wed, 26 Aug 2026 13:00:00 GMT
The Artemis II astronaut told CNET how she adjusts to life back on Earth. She also spoke about AI, engineering and support for STEM students.
 
The Google Pixel 11 Pro Still Has the Best Display for Gaming, but Other Troubles Emerge - CNET Wed, 26 Aug 2026 13:00:00 GMT
An underpowered Tensor chip and odd game glitches keep the Pixel 11 Pro from nabbing the top spot on our gaming phone rankings.
 
SpaceX will build a $100 billion Starbase in Louisiana, a 195-square-mile spaceport designed for thousands of annual launches - TechSpot Wed, 26 Aug 2026 12:47:00 GMT

SpaceX president and chief operating officer Gwynne Shotwell said the facility, aptly named Starbase Louisiana, will be a self-sustaining spaceport with propellant production, power generation, deep-water shipping capabilities, vehicle-processing facilities, and even an airport.

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Gamescom 2026 brings new Rainbow Six, Metro, Witcher 3 and Heroes of Might & Magic reveals - TechSpot Wed, 26 Aug 2026 12:03:00 GMT

Gamescom 2026 has officially begun. Over the next week, game publishers and developers will announce and preview numerous upcoming titles. Here are just a few that received new trailers during the opening ceremony.

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New Mac Mini Bumps Display Refresh Rates to 165Hz - MacRumors - Google Wed, 26 Aug 2026 11:50:25 GMT
  1. New Mac Mini Bumps Display Refresh Rates to 165Hz MacRumors
  2. Apple unveils a more powerful Mac mini featuring the all-new M6 and M5 Pro Apple
  3. Apple’s new desktop computers are designed specifically for local AI development Ars Technica
  4. Apple Gears Up to Launch Its First New Mac Mini in Two Years Bloomberg.com
  5. Mac Studio preorder: Mac Studio with M5 Max and Mac Studio with M5 Ultra arrive on Sept. 22. Mashable
 
Best Wi-Fi Routers (2026): My Honest Picks After Testing 50+ - Wired Wed, 26 Aug 2026 11:30:00 GMT
Don’t suffer the buffer. These WIRED-tested home routers will deliver reliable internet across your home, whatever your needs or budget.
 
NASA's Gateway could become the Moon's first airport – here's how traffic will work - TechSpot Wed, 26 Aug 2026 11:15:00 GMT

A team from Texas A&M University, NASA's Johnson Space Center, and Purdue University has now devised the mathematical flight manual and rules of the road that could stop this cosmic airport from descending into Futurama-style chaos.

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IBM's new Granite 4.2 models ride the wave of interest in local LLMs - ArsTechnica Wed, 26 Aug 2026 11:10:49 GMT
The focus is on agentic capability and predictable enterprise deployment.
 
Before Splurging on a $500 Vitamix, Consider This Cheaper Model. It Works Just as Well - CNET Wed, 26 Aug 2026 11:02:00 GMT
If you’re in the market for a Vitamix blender, you don’t need to shell out $500 to get the best model.
 
Xtracycle's Swoop ASM e-bike brings an automatic transmission to cargo bikes - ArsTechnica Wed, 26 Aug 2026 11:00:12 GMT
A steel frame cargo bike with a unique twist: You can let it choose your gear.
 
Claude Plays DOOM - Hack a Day Wed, 26 Aug 2026 11:00:09 GMT
Large language models (LLMs) are generally thought of as machines that accept textual prompts and spit out textual content. However, if you’re creative in the way you interface with them, …read more
 
AI Slop Is Ruining Cute Animals on the Internet - Wired Wed, 26 Aug 2026 11:00:00 GMT
Pet owners, rescue agencies, and wildlife groups are calling for new safeguards as AI makes it harder to tell whether animals, from polar bears to house cats, are real or fake.
 
Green Chef Meal Kit Review (2026): Great Ingredients, Layered Flavor - Wired Wed, 26 Aug 2026 10:39:00 GMT
HelloFresh’s organic meal kit Green Chef offers transparent sourcing, layered cooking, and trustworthy gluten-free dishes.
 
Garmin’s Fenix 9 Pro Goes All In on Titanium and Off-Grid Connectivity - CNET Wed, 26 Aug 2026 10:27:53 GMT
A stronger build, more storage, and a battery life that just won’t quit. Here’s what a $1,000-plus sports watch will get you.
 
The story for Witcher 3: Songs of the Past was actually written "years ago", according to Fool's Theory CEO - Eurogamer.net - Google Wed, 26 Aug 2026 10:27:37 GMT
  1. The story for Witcher 3: Songs of the Past was actually written "years ago", according to Fool's Theory CEO Eurogamer.net
  2. The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt — Remastered Announced, Songs of the Past Gets First Look CD PROJEKT RED Press Center
  3. CD PROJEKT RED teams up with Blizzard Entertainment Blizzard News
  4. Gamescom Trailer Reveals First Gameplay (And A New Weapon) For The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt Songs Of The Past Game Informer
  5. Geralt Returns in The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt — Songs of the Past and Remastered XBOX Wire
 
Nvidia DLSS 4.5 Ray Reconstruction Is Better Almost Everywhere - TechSpot Wed, 26 Aug 2026 10:01:00 GMT
DLSS 4.5 Ray Reconstruction delivers sharper upscaling, cleaner ray-traced effects, and far fewer artifacts, all while maintaining virtually the same performance across every RTX generation.
 
How Ikea Turned a Controller Thumbstick Into the Star of Its Xbox Gaming Range - Wired Wed, 26 Aug 2026 10:00:00 GMT
Xbox and Ikea collab alert! This unique nine-piece collection for gamers arrives this fall and has a slew of Easter eggs.
 
How Ikea Turned a Controller Thumbstick Into the Star of Its Xbox Gaming Range - WIRED - Google Wed, 26 Aug 2026 10:00:00 GMT
  1. How Ikea Turned a Controller Thumbstick Into the Star of Its Xbox Gaming Range WIRED
  2. Ikea's Never Made a TV Stand Like This, and It's the Least Interesting Piece in This New Collection Gear Patrol
  3. Level-up with the new IKEA and XBOX furniture collab wallpaper.com
  4. IKEA's new Xbox collection includes a stool shaped like a thumbstick TweakTown
  5. YXSTABY: Xbox and Ikea Team Up! Adafruit
 
The Warhammer 40,000 August Update – Everything you need to know - Warhammer Community - Google Wed, 26 Aug 2026 09:28:53 GMT
The Warhammer 40,000 August Update – Everything you need to know Warhammer Community
 
A Mutation Is Making It Easier for Drug-Resistant Malaria to Spread - Wired Wed, 26 Aug 2026 09:00:00 GMT
New findings shed light on what’s making the parasite less treatable using the drug that’s considered a first line of defense.
 
AI helps design new materials that work in the real world - MIT Wed, 26 Aug 2026 09:00:00 GMT
The “CrysVCD” tool developed at MIT could cut the huge amounts of time and money spent on screening out chemically unstable designs.
 
Heroes of Might and Magic III hits 'Mostly Negative' Steam reviews because Ubisoft forgot to add the game - XDA - Google Wed, 26 Aug 2026 06:14:59 GMT
  1. Heroes of Might and Magic III hits 'Mostly Negative' Steam reviews because Ubisoft forgot to add the game XDA
  2. Heroes of Might and Magic III Remake: Return to Erathia in 2027 Ubisoft
  3. Ubisoft forgot to make sure the Steam release of Heroes of Might & Magic 3 included the actual game PC Gamer
  4. Ubisoft's rerelease of classic Might and Magic game was a hilarious blunder Polygon.com
  5. Heroes of Might and Magic 3 Remake Preview: Hands-On with Ubisoft’s Reborn Strategy Classic - Gamescom 2026 IGN
 
Porsche Unveils 911 Challenge as New Entry-Level Race Car - Sportscar365 - Google Wed, 26 Aug 2026 06:04:04 GMT
  1. Porsche Unveils 911 Challenge as New Entry-Level Race Car Sportscar365
  2. Porsche’s New 911 Challenge Keeps the Factory Race Car Affordable for Mere Multimillionaires Car and Driver
  3. Porsche’s $275,000 911 Challenge Uses the 911 GT3’s Heart, Blurs Line Between Road and Track Cars Road & Track
  4. Porsche 911 GT3 Just Got A Baby Brother That Replaces Another 718 Cayman CarBuzz
  5. One platform. Endless possibilities. The new Porsche 911 Challenge Porsche Motorsport Hub
 
Corsair Discount Code: Up to 50% Off for August 2026 - Wired Wed, 26 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Upgrade your gaming setup or PC build for less with these verified Corsair coupon codes, student discounts, and refurbished deals.
 
LegalZoom Promo Code: Exclusive 10% Off LLC Formations - Wired Wed, 26 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Save on top services at LegalZoom, like LLC registration, incorporation, estate plans, and more with coupons and deals from WIRED.
 
Nomad Goods Promo Codes: Get 25% Off in August 2026 - Wired Wed, 26 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Save up to 25% on Nomad Goods accessories such as Nomad phone cases, Nomad wallets, and more in August 2026.
 
20% Off Sephora Promo Code | August 2026 - Wired Wed, 26 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Earn more points on skincare purchases when you use our Sephora coupon.
 
AirDoctor Coupon Codes: 40% Off | August 2026 - Wired Wed, 26 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Save up to $400 on top air purifiers and filters with verified AirDoctor promo codes and special offers for 2026.
 
25% Off Adidas Promo Code | August 2026 - Wired Wed, 26 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Save 15% or 30% with Adidas promo codes, plus explore Adidas deals for 40% off trendy sneakers.
 
Target Promo Code: $50 Off | August 2026 - Wired Wed, 26 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Get $50 off your next order or up to 50% off site wide with Target coupon codes and Circle deals.
 
Tuft & Needle Promo Codes: 30% Off | August 2026 - Wired Wed, 26 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Save 30% on best-selling mattresses with our top Tuft & Needle coupon codes.
 
Vitamix Promo Codes and Deals: $25 Off + Free Shipping - Wired Wed, 26 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Score discounts on blenders, food processors, immersion blenders, and more with our selection of Vitamix coupons and deals.
 
Surfshark Promo Codes: 87% Off | August 2026 - Wired Wed, 26 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Save up to 87% with a Surfshark coupon code, 3 months of VPN free today, and more from WIRED.
 
HP Coupon Codes and Deals August 2026 - Wired Wed, 26 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Save up to 60%, plus an extra 20% with HP promo codes for laptops, printers, PCs, and more tech.
 
Google Workspace Promo Codes: 14% Off for August 2026 - Wired Wed, 26 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Boost your productivity and save with exclusive Google Workspace coupons from WIRED. Get up to 14% off plans for three months, including Starter, Standard, and Plus tiers.
 
PlayStation Discount Code: Save on PS5 Games August 2026 - Wired Wed, 26 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Want to stretch your gaming budget? Learn how to unlock massive savings on PS5 games, DualSense controllers, and PlayStation Plus memberships using gift cards and exclusive promotional codes.
 
High-end clothing boutiques shutter in City Center Bishop Ranch - Danville San Ramon - Google Wed, 26 Aug 2026 04:18:38 GMT
High-end clothing boutiques shutter in City Center Bishop Ranch Danville San Ramon
 
Retooling to help democracy revive - MIT Wed, 26 Aug 2026 04:00:00 GMT
Deindustrialization didn’t only hurt some workers, Daron Acemoglu says in a new book; it shrank the coalition supporting democracy, which needs expanding.
 
LEGO Is Getting A New City-Building Game Made By The Cities: Skylines Team - Nintendo Life - Google Wed, 26 Aug 2026 03:30:00 GMT
  1. LEGO Is Getting A New City-Building Game Made By The Cities: Skylines Team Nintendo Life
  2. 'LEGO Skylines' Is a New Cozy City Builder From the Studio Behind 'Cities: Skylines II' Hypebeast
  3. Lego Skylines Is A Brick-Based City Builder From Cities Skyline II Devs Game Informer
  4. LEGO Skylines Announced at Gamescom 2026 With First Trailer IGN
  5. Lego Skylines Is A Cozy City Builder From The Studio That's Repairing Cities: Skylines II Engadget
 
Every Notable Announcement At Gamescom Opening Night Live 2026 - Game Informer - Google Wed, 26 Aug 2026 01:27:00 GMT
  1. Every Notable Announcement At Gamescom Opening Night Live 2026 Game Informer
  2. The Most Dope Games We've Played At Gamescom 2026 Game Informer
  3. Here's every major Xbox and PC announcement we've rounded up from the Future Games Show at Gamescom 2026 Windows Central
  4. Gamescom Opening Night Live: Updates from the showcase including Final Fantasy and Gears of War previews Engadget
  5. Gamescom Opening Night Live highlights: 19 games coming to PlayStation PlayStation.Blog
 
The Witcher 3 is getting a major free remaster in September, new expansion arrives in 2027 - TechSpot Tue, 25 Aug 2026 23:48:00 GMT

The Witcher 3 Remastered appears to go considerably further than simply sharpening up the visuals of the 2015 RPG. CD Projekt Red says the new edition will update graphics, performance, combat, movement, progression, and several other parts of the game.

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Luffu’s New Health and Safety Wearable Isn’t Just for You. It’s for Your Entire Family - CNET Tue, 25 Aug 2026 23:37:11 GMT
You can link your entire family together with Luffu’s new wearable and app ecosystem.
 
WhatsApp Adds Security Measures to Help Prevent Accounts From Being Hacked - CNET Tue, 25 Aug 2026 23:21:04 GMT
The world’s most widely used messaging app adds stronger two-step verification and allows for more than one passkey.
 
Witcher 3 Remastered Will Be Free in September With New Expansion Coming in 2027 - CNET Tue, 25 Aug 2026 22:44:48 GMT
Geralt’s story wraps up with new enemies, a mysterious region and a send-off before Ciri takes the spotlight in The Witcher 4.
 
The world's busiest spaceport is about to get a lot quieter, at least for now - ArsTechnica Tue, 25 Aug 2026 22:21:06 GMT
SpaceX aims to launch Starship from Florida by the end of the year. 2027 seems more likely.
 
Sony Is Reminding Us (Again) That We Don’t Own Our PlayStation Games - CNET Tue, 25 Aug 2026 22:14:36 GMT
The idea of ownership is becoming a relic of an earlier era.
 
‘Darth Vader’ Wants You to Know He Definitely Supports Flock Surveillance - Wired Tue, 25 Aug 2026 21:51:32 GMT
Anthony Ralphs was frustrated by the San Diego City Council's support for Flock. He decided it would take something more than reasoned argument to get their attention.
 
The Best Early Labor Day Kitchen Deals to Ease You Back Into Fall (2026) - Wired Tue, 25 Aug 2026 21:26:24 GMT
With school and sports starting again, these discounts on Instant Pots, cookware, and coffee gear arrive right on time.
 
Qualcomm details next-gen Oryon CPU, targets 5GHz with heterogeneous cache design - TechSpot Tue, 25 Aug 2026 21:04:00 GMT

Qualcomm is pushing its Oryon CPU up to 5GHz, which should provide a significant performance uplift on the next generation of mobile flagship devices. The company said the upcoming Oryon architecture will be the world's fastest mobile CPU, although it will require some additional silicon magic to truly shine in...

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World humanoid robot games show runners breaking records, bursting into flames - ArsTechnica Tue, 25 Aug 2026 20:59:03 GMT
Record-breaking robot races are less substantial than household chore challenges.
 
Cells use a little-known molecule to protect themselves from iron overload - MIT Tue, 25 Aug 2026 20:40:00 GMT
This discovery points toward new combination strategies against cancer, and may explain the iron buildup seen in disorders such as early-onset Parkinson’s disease.
 
ASUS Intros ROG Gladius IV Ace Wireless Gaming Mouse at Gamescom 2026 - TechPowerUp - Google Tue, 25 Aug 2026 20:31:44 GMT
  1. ASUS Intros ROG Gladius IV Ace Wireless Gaming Mouse at Gamescom 2026 TechPowerUp
  2. ASUS Introduces New Ace Esports-Focused Gaming Monitors Engadget
  3. ASUS Launches ROG Spatha X 65K Gaming Mouse With New Sensor and Hot-Swappable Switches TechPowerUp
  4. This Asus Monitor Fixes One of the Main Gripes Over OLED WIRED
  5. ASUS's new ROG Gladius IV Ace and ROG Spatha X gaming mice have 65K sensors TweakTown
 
Xiaomi takes another shot at Qualcomm and MediaTek with its 3nm flagship Xring O3 chip - TechSpot Tue, 25 Aug 2026 20:18:00 GMT

Built on a 3-nanometer process, the chip is designed for flagship devices, with a focus on AI workloads, graphics performance, and camera processing. The manufacturing technology puts Xiaomi closer to Apple's latest A19 Pro chips and ahead of Huawei's current in-house smartphone processors.

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Final Fantasy VII Revelation Game's Trailer Previews Weapons Bosses - Anime News Network - Google Tue, 25 Aug 2026 20:06:49 GMT
  1. Final Fantasy VII Revelation Game's Trailer Previews Weapons Bosses Anime News Network
  2. Final Fantasy VII Revelation Trailer Shows Ruby, Emerald, Ultima Weapon and More Crunchyroll
  3. FACE THE LEGENDARY WEAPONS IN FINAL FANTASY VII REVELATION — NEW TRAILER UNVEILED AT GAMESCOM OPENING NIGHT LIVE Square Enix press site
  4. Final Fantasy 7 Revelation Release Date Reaffirmed at Gamescom VICE
  5. Final Fantasy VII Revelation Gamescom Trailer Showcases the Weapons, Typhon, and Job-Inspired FITS Wccftech
 
A new kind of aircraft departs an MIT classroom and arrives at an Ohio factory - MIT Tue, 25 Aug 2026 20:00:00 GMT
Electra’s hybrid, fixed-wing aircraft, which grew out of a class project, could make travel easier for passengers taking shorter trips.
 
New D&D Video Game Trailer Looks AMAZING! - Nerdist - Google Tue, 25 Aug 2026 19:34:58 GMT
  1. New D&D Video Game Trailer Looks AMAZING! Nerdist
  2. ‘Warlock’ Stars Tricia Helfer, Maggie Robertson Break Down New ‘D&D’ Video Game Characters as First Gameplay Footage Is Revealed Variety
  3. How the New ‘D&D’ Video Game ‘Warlock’ Is Different From ‘Baldur’s Gate’ Gizmodo
  4. D&D and Xbox fans, take note of this intriguing action-RPG with Xbox Play Anywhere support Windows Central
  5. Warlock Looks Like a New Kind of AAA D&D Themed Open World RPG 80 Level
 
Pragmata is Finally, Officially a 'Mega Man Game' - Polygon.com - Google Tue, 25 Aug 2026 19:06:53 GMT
  1. Pragmata is Finally, Officially a 'Mega Man Game' Polygon.com
  2. Hands-on report: Mega Man: Dual Override and Dragon’s Dogma 2: Dark Arisen PlayStation.Blog
  3. Mega Man: Dual Override Trailer Introduces New Character Twinkle Girl Crunchyroll
  4. 'Mega Man: Dual Override' Is Capcom Kicking It Old-School Polygon.com
  5. Pragmata to get Mega Man: Dual Override skins in new DLC Nintendo Wire
 
Preserving glow-in-the-dark art and fashion for future generations - ArsTechnica Tue, 25 Aug 2026 18:59:12 GMT
Understanding unique photochemistry of such materials will help in conservation, storage, and exhibition.
 
Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold Review: Better, Not Best - Wired Tue, 25 Aug 2026 18:45:00 GMT
A polished update to Google’s foldable brings real improvements, but the price bump and rampant competition make it a tough sell.
 
Interpol's latest crackdown targeted the global network behind West African cyber-scams - TechSpot Tue, 25 Aug 2026 18:41:00 GMT

From November 2025 to June 2026, Interpol worked to dismantle a massive network assisting cybercrime gangs based in West African nations. After the eight-month investigation, "Operation Jackal IV" led to 58 arrests and the identification of 263 alleged criminals. The operation will likely provide enough information to further expand Interpol's...

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Google's anti-nausea Motion Assist dots finally rolling out on Android - ArsTechnica Tue, 25 Aug 2026 18:32:30 GMT
It's currently only appearing on Pixels running Android 17.
 
Apple Quietly Fixes iCloud Private Relay Vulnerability in iOS 26.6.1 - CNET Tue, 25 Aug 2026 18:24:05 GMT
The problem could leak your device’s IP address, even when the paid iCloud Plus feature was enabled.
 
The US Just Recorded Its First 2 Measles Deaths This Year - Wired Tue, 25 Aug 2026 18:17:07 GMT
The fatalities come amid declining vaccination rates and calls from President Donald Trump to split up the MMR vaccine.
 
Onimusha: Way of the Sword demo now available for Switch 2 alongside new content - Gematsu - Google Tue, 25 Aug 2026 17:55:03 GMT
  1. Onimusha: Way of the Sword demo now available for Switch 2 alongside new content Gematsu
  2. Onimusha: Way of the Sword interview, demo update detailed, new trailer revealed PlayStation.Blog
  3. Onimusha: Way of the Sword demo goes live on Nintendo Switch 2 today, new trailers Nintendo Everything
  4. Capcom teams with Japanese rock band MAN WITH A MISSION for an Onimusha: Way of the Sword promotional campaign GoNintendo
  5. Samurai vs. Demons: A Glimpse of Onimusha's Combat Yahoo Tech
 
Add the AirPods 5, Beats 360 to Rumored Apple Headphones Coming Soon - CNET Tue, 25 Aug 2026 17:46:59 GMT
There’s been a lot of chatter about new AirPods Pro buds with tiny IR cameras, but don’t sleep on the AirPods 5 and new Beats over-ear headphones.
 
Two unvaccinated people die from measles in Pennsylvania, officials confirm - ArsTechnica Tue, 25 Aug 2026 17:39:38 GMT
"[P]eople are not familiar with this disease and don’t fully understand the potential severity."
 
Apple built its new M6 and M5 Ultra desktops for the people daisy-chaining Macs to run AI - TechSpot Tue, 25 Aug 2026 17:37:00 GMT

The new M6 chip moves to TSMC's 2nm process and is the first Apple SoC to combine all three core types at once. The CPU has 12 cores: two "super cores," four performance cores, and six efficiency cores. Super cores themselves aren't new. Apple introduced them with the M5 Pro...

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SpaceX intends to invest up to $100 billion in massive Louisiana spaceport - ArsTechnica Tue, 25 Aug 2026 17:26:15 GMT
"This will be a project like no other."
 
Intel confirms Crescent Island GPU will pack 32 Xe3P cores and up to 480GB of memory - TechSpot Tue, 25 Aug 2026 17:02:00 GMT

At the Hot Chips 2026 symposium in Palo Alto this week, Intel revealed that Crescent Island will feature 32 Xe3P cores, 256 XMX engines, 32MB of unified L2 cache, a PCIe Gen5 x16 interface, and a 350W TDP for the air-cooled model. Intel will ship Crescent Island accelerators with 160GB...

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'Go Run Some Matches' — Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 Beta Pushes Unplanned Update to Address Fan Feedback - IGN - Google Tue, 25 Aug 2026 16:47:21 GMT
  1. 'Go Run Some Matches' — Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 Beta Pushes Unplanned Update to Address Fan Feedback IGN
  2. Modern Warfare 4 Open Beta: Everything You Need to Know Call of Duty® | Best-Selling Video Game Franchise
  3. Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 – New Multiplayer and Early Access Beta details PlayStation.Blog
  4. Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 – Inside the Maps and Movement of Multiplayer XBOX Wire
  5. Call Of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 Is Way Ahead Of Black Ops 7 Already By One Metric GameSpot
 
Nvidia releases DLSS 4.5 Ray Reconstruction, available now in 30 games - TechSpot Tue, 25 Aug 2026 16:44:00 GMT
Nvidia has released DLSS 4.5 Ray Reconstruction, bringing its 2nd-gen Transformer model to all RTX GPUs. The upgrade promises improved lighting, temporal stability, and detail in motion, while reducing artifacts such as ghosting. An early access update to the Nvidia App lets users enable this in 30 supported games, including Cyberpunk 2077, Alan Wake 2, and Resident Evil Requiem, with a wider release coming in September.
 
Longines Drops an Elegant Monopusher Chronograph for Way Less Than You’d Expect - Gear Patrol - Google Tue, 25 Aug 2026 16:35:22 GMT
  1. Longines Drops an Elegant Monopusher Chronograph for Way Less Than You’d Expect Gear Patrol
  2. Longines Improves Its Classic, Complicated Chronograph. It’s Still an Absurd Bargain Gear Patrol
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  5. Henry Cavill’s New Longines Might Be One of the Best-Value Luxury Watches of 2026 Esquire
 
What time does TFT Set 18 release in your time zone? - Polygon.com - Google Tue, 25 Aug 2026 15:38:28 GMT
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A British gearhead built a road-legal sports car in his shed for $7,000 - TechSpot Tue, 25 Aug 2026 15:30:00 GMT

Called the Gasolini AR1, the car is powered by a 2017 Honda CBR500 twin-cylinder motorcycle engine and rides on wheels taken from a Ford Ka hatchback. Ely estimates the project cost about $7,000. He designed it around low weight, modest running costs, and a parts list that other enthusiasts could realistically source.

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The Supreme Court’s Mail-In Ballot Ruling Is a Step Toward Chaos in the Midterms - Wired Tue, 25 Aug 2026 15:16:36 GMT
The Supreme Court has removed one roadblock from the Trump administration’s attempts to impose severe restrictions on voting.
 
Business schools are charging $28,000 to teach executives how to be "chief AI officer" - TechSpot Tue, 25 Aug 2026 14:42:00 GMT

The University of Chicago's Booth School of Business is one of the leading business schools to have launched a program for prospective chief AI officers. According to the institution's official website, the course is designed to prepare executives to "lead AI initiatives, build scalable infrastructure, and drive transformative AI adoption."

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Tesla just killed Solar Roof after years of complaints and price hikes - TechSpot Tue, 25 Aug 2026 13:56:00 GMT

The company told its certified third-party installers that Solar Roof is no longer available for new projects. Tesla will continue selling standard solar panels and home battery systems instead. Its former Solar Roof web address now sends visitors to the company's solar-panel page.

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The secret love life of the longfin squid - MIT Tue, 25 Aug 2026 13:35:00 GMT
MIT Sea Grant resident artist and acclaimed underwater photographer Keith Ellenbogen captures an intimate look at courtship and communication in a hidden spawning spectacle off Cape Cod.
 
AI music can no longer chart in Australia, unless a human actually made it - TechSpot Tue, 25 Aug 2026 13:31:00 GMT

The Australian Recording Industry Association (ARIA) has updated its Charts Code of Practice to distinguish between AI-generated and AI-assisted music. The changes apply to the chart dated Monday, August 31, which will be published on Friday, August 28.

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Sony reminds players they don't actually own the PlayStation games they purchased - TechSpot Tue, 25 Aug 2026 13:04:00 GMT

The company began emailing copies of the PlayStation Terms of Service and other legal documents earlier this month. Notably, the messages contain a section from the PlayStation End User License Agreement stating that software on the platform is licensed, not sold.

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Apple Mac Mini M6 and Mac Studio M5 Ultra: Specs, Price, Release Date - Wired Tue, 25 Aug 2026 13:00:00 GMT
Apple’s Mac Mini and Mac Studio have been tough to buy for months, but updated versions have arrived. Both include new chips optimized for AI, with the M6 Mac Mini getting a $200 price bump.
 
Russian tech giant VK wants Apple to pay $696,000 every day until its apps return to the App Store - TechSpot Tue, 25 Aug 2026 12:33:00 GMT

VK, which was known as Mail.ru Group until 2021, filed the suit against Apple in a Moscow arbitration court after the US firm removed its apps from the App Store in June.

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This 98-qubit quantum computer moves ions around to compute more efficiently - TechSpot Tue, 25 Aug 2026 11:58:00 GMT

Helios is the largest trapped-ion quantum computer demonstrated so far. Quantinuum, which is based in Cambridge, UK, and Broomfield, Colorado, previously demonstrated machines with 32 qubits in 2023 and 56 qubits in 2025.

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Our Robot Pool Vacuum Tests Show Why Suction Power Matters Less Than You Think - CNET Tue, 25 Aug 2026 11:30:00 GMT
Suction isn’t everything. Smart navigation and efficiency are what really define a great robotic pool cleaner.
 
I Tested Kitchen Composters for 2 Years. These Are the Ones I’d Buy (2026) - Wired Tue, 25 Aug 2026 11:30:00 GMT
After years of smells, strange noises, and “tea,” these are the composters and food recyclers I’d actually recommend.
 
"We've all been too ambitious": Sam Altman says our old habits are delaying the great AI transition - TechSpot Tue, 25 Aug 2026 11:15:00 GMT

A recent survey found that almost 49% of US adults now use AI chatbots. While that is up from 33% two years ago, it's not as all-encompassing as, say, the number of people who use the internet every day.

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The 4 Best Car Phone Mounts I’ve Tried (2026): Belkin, Andery, Andobil - Wired Tue, 25 Aug 2026 11:08:00 GMT
The best car phone holders keep your phone firmly in place while never getting in your line of sight. I took a dozen on road trips this summer to find the best.
 
The County Prosecutors Who Became ICE Informants - Wired Tue, 25 Aug 2026 11:00:00 GMT
Illinois prosecutors shared defendants’ personal data with federal immigration agents without criminal warrants, public disclosure, or legislative oversight.
 
Optoma GT2400HDR Review: Ace Projector for Golf Simulation - Wired Tue, 25 Aug 2026 10:32:00 GMT
The Optoma GT2400HDR laser projector is great for setting up a driving range in your living room, but mediocre video quality makes it less appealing for home entertainment.
 
AMD Radeon RX 9070 vs. 9070 XT: Which Should You Buy? - TechSpot Tue, 25 Aug 2026 10:06:00 GMT
We compare the Radeon RX 9070 and 9070 XT across 52 games at 1440p and 4K, test how each responds to undervolting, and determine whether the XT model is worth its price premium.
 
Border Wall Construction Threatens 6,000 Years of History on Private Lands - Wired Tue, 25 Aug 2026 10:00:00 GMT
Archeologists are confronting an “unfathomable” loss as border wall construction is set to cut across ranches that are home to unique historical sites, many of which haven’t been fully studied.
 
Brain circuit keeps tabs on what just happened to aid judgment of what’s happening now - MIT Mon, 24 Aug 2026 19:40:00 GMT
To keep track of what’s going on in front of it, the brain relies not only on what it sees, but also a comparison with what it just saw. A new study pinpoints the circuit that provides that service.
 
Meteorite dust holds records of magnetism that may have helped form the sun - MIT Mon, 24 Aug 2026 19:00:00 GMT
The discovery likely represents the earliest known evidence of a magnetic field in the infant solar system.
 
Generating scenarios for extreme events, without extreme data - MIT Mon, 24 Aug 2026 18:00:00 GMT
A new algorithm learns to anticipate the unprecedented scenarios that critical infrastructure and global supply chains are least prepared for.
 
Language skills stay strong in older adults, even while other cognitive abilities decline - MIT Mon, 24 Aug 2026 09:00:00 GMT
MIT researchers find that activity in the brain’s language network is nearly identical in young and old people.
 
The importance of indoor airflow patterns in spreading airborne disease - MIT Fri, 21 Aug 2026 16:00:00 GMT
Researchers explore how a key factor can mitigate or promote tuberculosis transmission.
 
Flock Safety Is Losing Contracts on the Ground. Its Drones Are Already in the Air - CNET Thu, 20 Aug 2026 19:21:49 GMT
A fast-growing surveillance drone network won’t help Flock’s public image.
 
Paving the way for greener ammonia production - MIT Thu, 20 Aug 2026 18:45:00 GMT
New MIT research could lead to better materials for a fossil-fuel-free process for making the chemical that's essential to fertilizer and other products.
 
MIT engineers design a better controller for operating construction diggers - MIT Thu, 20 Aug 2026 04:00:00 GMT
The new, more intuitive system could speed up the training process for excavator operators.
 
The game’s the thing - MIT Wed, 19 Aug 2026 18:35:00 GMT
MIT senior Kayode Dada has a passion for designing games, and a penchant for building community.
 
How the Toxoplasma parasite adapts to crowded conditions in host cells - MIT Wed, 19 Aug 2026 17:50:00 GMT
A new study by Whitehead Institute researchers identifies how the widespread parasite Toxoplasma gondii survives in crowded environments in infected cells, which helps it persist in long-lasting brain cysts.
 
Creating innovations that scale across borders - MIT Wed, 19 Aug 2026 17:15:00 GMT
A new book coauthored by Professor Amos Winter asserts that, to solve major challenges and deliver products of value to consumers in both developed and emerging markets, innovators must think and act globally.
 
Flipping the script on biology education, and scaling it up - MIT Wed, 19 Aug 2026 15:20:00 GMT
Using a modular kit, the MIT Edgerton Center is bringing a hands-on biology curriculum to Massachusetts’ second-largest school district.
 
Securing wireless communication in next-generation devices - MIT Wed, 19 Aug 2026 09:00:00 GMT
A new, scalable technique could enable powerful radars and sensors based on quantum technology that works at room temperature.
 
Cell-preservation technique could make CAR-T cell therapy more accessible - MIT Wed, 19 Aug 2026 04:00:00 GMT
MIT researchers’ approach, which uses naturally occurring sugars as antifreeze, could make it easier for hospitals to deploy this type of cancer treatment.
 
Startup brings ancient Roman concrete technology to modern construction - MIT Wed, 19 Aug 2026 04:00:00 GMT
Dmat is commercializing findings from the lab of Associate Professor Admir Masic to make concrete longer-lasting and more sustainable.
 
When AI art has no author: Study finds generated images often can’t be traced to training data - MIT Tue, 18 Aug 2026 16:35:00 GMT
A new method for surgically removing training examples from a model reveals that as datasets grow, the link between what a model learns and what it produces dissolves.
 
Anthea Coster awarded International Union of Radio Science Appleton Prize - MIT Tue, 18 Aug 2026 15:35:00 GMT
The MIT Haystack Observatory principal research scientist is honored for lifetime contributions to ionospheric research.
 
How 35 percent of US employees are left on the margins - MIT Tue, 18 Aug 2026 04:00:00 GMT
In a new book, Paul Osterman details his research finding more than one-third of the country’s workers are “disposable,” with little security or chance of job advancement.
 
DNA shaper steers nervous system development - MIT Mon, 17 Aug 2026 20:20:00 GMT
A study of worms finds a protein that helps shape the structure of the genome is critical for establishing the identity of some neurons.
 
Mathematical framework connects biological principles to manufacturable, adaptive materials - MIT Mon, 17 Aug 2026 18:30:00 GMT
The new framework could streamline the design process of robotic grippers or aerospace components that exhibit complex behaviors found in nature.
 
MIT engineers connect bacteria to create living transistors - MIT Mon, 17 Aug 2026 18:00:00 GMT
By wiring together colonies of these bacteria, the researchers built circuits that can perform complicated calculations.
 
Flexible brain circuits can switch between different tasks - MIT Mon, 17 Aug 2026 09:00:00 GMT
Neuroscientists have discovered circuits in the prefrontal cortex that can be repurposed to store different types of information.
 
Professor Emeritus Chiang Chung Mei, pioneering scholar of ocean wave dynamics and fluid mechanics, dies at 91 - MIT Fri, 14 Aug 2026 20:55:00 GMT
A towering figure in theoretical hydrodynamics is remembered for his intellectual rigor, generosity, and lifelong devotion to his students.
 
Drug that targets an inflammatory enzyme could help prevent lung cancer - MIT Fri, 14 Aug 2026 18:00:00 GMT
A new study by MIT researchers shows that inhibiting caspase-1 can reduce the risk of tumor growth.
 
Cells pulse together as they grow — and malignant cells pulse the longest - MIT Fri, 14 Aug 2026 15:00:00 GMT
MIT researchers discovered a cellular dance that may offer clues to the development of cancer, asthma, and other diseases.
 
High-speed microscopy reveals electrical activity across the brain - MIT Fri, 14 Aug 2026 09:00:00 GMT
The new technique could help scientists learn how the entire brain works to generate decisions and emotions.
 
Flock Has New Rules for Police Surveillance, but We Found Plenty of Loopholes - CNET Thu, 13 Aug 2026 23:20:06 GMT
Flock cameras are getting a bunch of new rules, but a close inspection makes me uneasy.
 
Researchers uncover hidden pore network within nuclear fuel - MIT Thu, 13 Aug 2026 04:00:00 GMT
New understanding of how nuclear fuel breaks down and changes in an operating nuclear reactor could help keep some reactors running longer, will inform the next generation of nuclear reactor fuel systems.
 
Featured video: An “MIT story” about an iconic professor - MIT Wed, 12 Aug 2026 20:25:00 GMT
A new short film from MIT Open Learning explores the influential career of Institute Professor and School of Engineering Dean Paula Hammond.
 
MIT selected to lead new NSF materials research center - MIT Wed, 12 Aug 2026 20:15:00 GMT
The Materials Research Science and Engineering Center unites researchers across disciplines to develop technologies for medical imaging, sustainable metals production, and next-generation electronics.
 
Astronomers discover a brand-new type of astrophysical object: A black hole star - MIT Wed, 12 Aug 2026 15:00:00 GMT
The mashup of a black hole and an enormous star has never been seen before and could explain the mysterious little red dots often found in deep-space images.
 
Met Warehouse opens as the new home of MIT’s School of Architecture and Planning - MIT Wed, 12 Aug 2026 10:00:00 GMT
In a feat of adaptive reuse, a massive, century-old brick storage facility has been turned into a contemporary hub for collaboration and creative work.
 
How to design a space habitat that supports its residents’ mental health - MIT Wed, 12 Aug 2026 09:00:00 GMT
A new online platform helps engineers look beyond survival mode when designing habitats for extreme living conditions.
 
3 Questions: MIT Sloan launches Evening MBA - MIT Tue, 11 Aug 2026 17:40:00 GMT
Dean Richard Locke discusses a new program that expands access for working professionals while deepening connections to Greater Boston’s innovation economy.
 
The mystery of the Chinese tea chest label - MIT Tue, 11 Aug 2026 16:30:00 GMT
MIT historian Tristan Brown uncovers the true origins of an artifact once thought to be a relic of the Boston Tea Party.
 
MIT researchers tackle the economic realities of fusion power - MIT Mon, 10 Aug 2026 04:00:00 GMT
Their new study aims to give budding industry a framework for understanding how fusion can be profitable.
 
Physicists watch a material’s electrons assemble, and reassemble, into coexisting phases - MIT Fri, 07 Aug 2026 09:00:00 GMT
The study could help scientists understand how superconductivity and other more complex phenomena emerge in quantum materials.
 
Akirah Bradley-Armstrong named vice chancellor for student life - MIT Thu, 06 Aug 2026 20:55:00 GMT
An experienced student affairs leader is joining MIT to oversee the next chapter for the Division of Student Life.
 
A new way to watch heat move through electronics - MIT Thu, 06 Aug 2026 04:00:00 GMT
MIT researchers can now precisely measure how heat moves through multilayered materials like computer chips.
 
Researchers make air-stable, ultrathin superconductors, for more scalable quantum devices - MIT Wed, 05 Aug 2026 15:00:00 GMT
A new technique produces wafer-scale samples, overcoming a major roadblock to using these materials in quantum technologies.
 
Scientists unveil more than 600 new tissue models of human cancer - MIT Wed, 05 Aug 2026 15:00:00 GMT
Derived from patient tumor samples and available to researchers around the world, the cells will aid the development of new cancer treatments.
 
These 3D-printed objects can tell you if they’re being used properly - MIT Wed, 05 Aug 2026 04:00:00 GMT
The “ShiftLens” design and fabrication system creates objects that change their surface appearance based on user interactions, without any electronics.
 
Past is prologue for geopolitical developments - MIT Tue, 04 Aug 2026 20:25:00 GMT
DUSP Associate Professor Jason Jackson’s latest book compares how two countries chose radically different paths to economic independence.
 
The benefits of medical AI assistance vary based on user expertise - MIT Tue, 04 Aug 2026 09:00:00 GMT
Study finds non-experts deferred to LLM-based diagnostic assistance, even when it was wrong, while clinicians caught AI errors.
 
The Lunar Eclipse Is Thursday Night, and It Will Be Visible All Over North America - CNET Mon, 03 Aug 2026 21:19:27 GMT
The eclipse is technically a partial lunar eclipse, but at 93% coverage, it’s close enough.
 
Turning molecules into reliable electronic devices - MIT Mon, 03 Aug 2026 09:00:00 GMT
A new fabrication platform integrates molecules into electronic devices, opening the door to emerging computing technologies.
 
AI Detectors Are Being Used to Discipline Students. I Tested Whether They Should Be - CNET Thu, 30 Jul 2026 17:28:52 GMT
Can AI judge human work from robot slop, or is every AI-detection tool out there completely worthless?
 
A Robot Gave Me a Vision Test in 90 Seconds. Is It the Future of Vision Care? - CNET Sun, 19 Jul 2026 15:31:55 GMT
It’s now available at select Walmart Vision Centers, Sam’s Club locations and Quay eyewear stores.
 
One Apple Contest. 5 Different Ways to Win - CNET Tue, 07 Jul 2026 20:01:41 GMT
CNET, Lifehacker, Mashable, PCMag and ZDNET are holding prediction contests to see which readers can best guess what Apple will do this year.