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RegLayer: 47+ large US data center projects were delayed, withdrawn, or blocked in 2026; Bernstein says ~35% of the planned US data center pipeline is credible (Financial Times) - Techmeme Sun, 18 Oct 2026 06:15:01 GMT

Financial Times:
RegLayer: 47+ large US data center projects were delayed, withdrawn, or blocked in 2026; Bernstein says ~35% of the planned US data center pipeline is credible — A vast bet on the future of the technology is running into the unforgiving economics of the physical world
 
AI debt worries mount as CoreWeave's bond yield tops 15%, insuring SoftBank debt gets pricier, and some Oracle debt trades near 80 to 90 cents on the dollar (New York Times) - Techmeme Sun, 18 Oct 2026 06:10:04 GMT

New York Times:
AI debt worries mount as CoreWeave's bond yield tops 15%, insuring SoftBank debt gets pricier, and some Oracle debt trades near 80 to 90 cents on the dollar — Debt trouble at CoreWeave, Oracle and SoftBank raises questions about whether there are broader problems with the data center build-out.
 
Microsoft cancels its deal with Nscale to serve as the anchor tenant and rent 23K Nvidia AI chips at a planned data center facing repeated delays in Essex, UK (James Titcomb/Telegraph) - Techmeme Sun, 18 Oct 2026 06:05:00 GMT

James Titcomb / Telegraph:
Microsoft cancels its deal with Nscale to serve as the anchor tenant and rent 23K Nvidia AI chips at a planned data center facing repeated delays in Essex, UK — US tech giant pulls the plug on Nscale deal in threat to multibillion-dollar listing — Microsoft has pulled …

 
Riot Games reveals Agent 31 Hush as VALORANT’s new Duelist - Sheep Esports - Google Sun, 18 Oct 2026 06:03:27 GMT
  1. Riot Games reveals Agent 31 Hush as VALORANT’s new Duelist Sheep Esports
  2. New Valorant Agent Reveal Set for Champions Shanghai Grand Final Day Shane the Gamer
  3. VALORANT New Agent 31: Leaked Abilities and October 18 Reveal MMOEXP
  4. New Valorant Agent: Abilities, Leaks, Origin & Reveal Date EGamersWorld
  5. Riot Games Teases New Valorant Agent Ahead of Shanghai Finals Demokratis.co.id
 
Holyvolt, which develops AI tools for making and testing new battery materials, raised $45M from Zone II, CC.VC, and others, a source says at a $245M valuation (Nick Lichtenberg/Fortune) - Techmeme Sun, 18 Oct 2026 05:40:01 GMT

Nick Lichtenberg / Fortune:
Holyvolt, which develops AI tools for making and testing new battery materials, raised $45M from Zone II, CC.VC, and others, a source says at a $245M valuation — Steven Prast is old enough to remember when a mobile phone came in a bag. It was too heavy to carry around, so most people mounted it in the car.
 
Sources: Anthropic is consulting law firms on deal negotiation tactics as it develops AI agents to negotiate on humans' behalf and interact with AI counterparts (Cristina Criddle/Financial Times) - Techmeme Sun, 18 Oct 2026 05:10:01 GMT

Cristina Criddle / Financial Times:
Sources: Anthropic is consulting law firms on deal negotiation tactics as it develops AI agents to negotiate on humans' behalf and interact with AI counterparts — Tech companies are being forced to confront the rules of negotiation when machines act on humans' behalf
 
GTCR and Elliott agree to acquire and take private CCC, a Nasdaq-listed car insurance software provider, for $4.6B; the deal values CCC at $6.1B including debt (Bloomberg) - Techmeme Sun, 18 Oct 2026 04:35:01 GMT

Bloomberg:
GTCR and Elliott agree to acquire and take private CCC, a Nasdaq-listed car insurance software provider, for $4.6B; the deal values CCC at $6.1B including debt — GTCR and Elliott Investment Management are acquiring car-insurance software provider CCC Intelligent Solutions Holdings Inc …

 
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.
 
Filing: Disney agreed to hire 60+ staff from Character.AI and pay them ~$180M over three years, plus $30M for retention awards; a bankruptcy judge must approve (Bloomberg) - Techmeme Sun, 18 Oct 2026 03:50:01 GMT

Bloomberg:
Filing: Disney agreed to hire 60+ staff from Character.AI and pay them ~$180M over three years, plus $30M for retention awards; a bankruptcy judge must approve — More than 60 workers at Character.AI are being offered a lifeline from the media giant … Soft Landing — Layoffs are common in bankruptcy.
 
Amazon has a 2-in-1 laptop and tablet for $87 that comes with a 7-piece accessories bundle - TheStreet - Google Sun, 18 Oct 2026 02:30:00 GMT
  1. Amazon has a 2-in-1 laptop and tablet for $87 that comes with a 7-piece accessories bundle TheStreet
  2. Walmart is selling a $180 2-in-1 Android 16 tablet for $100 Yahoo Tech
  3. Amazon has a 2-in-1 laptop and tablet that comes with a 5-piece accessories bundle for $60 TheStreet
  4. Walmart is selling an Android tablet with AI features for just $109 Yahoo Tech
  5. Walmart’s AI-enabled 2-in-1 laptop and tablet is on sale for $100 TheStreet
 
Every Major USB-C Cable Brand Ranked Worst To Best - SlashGear - Google Sun, 18 Oct 2026 02:30:00 GMT
Every Major USB-C Cable Brand Ranked Worst To Best SlashGear
 
NYT Strands hints, answers for October 17, 2026 - Mashable - Google Sun, 18 Oct 2026 02:07:47 GMT
  1. NYT Strands hints, answers for October 17, 2026 Mashable
  2. Today’s NYT Strands Hints, Spangram, Answers: Saturday, October 17 (Quite The Crush) Forbes
  3. NYT Strands Hints And Daily Guide For Puzzle #959 — October 18, 2026: Tips, Theme Clues, And Spangram Help Yahoo Tech
  4. Today’s NYT Strands Hints, Spangram and Answers for Saturday, Oct. 17, #958 CNET
  5. NYT Strands hints and answers for Sunday, October 18 (game #959) TechRadar
 
Busting the Myth that Plastics are Chemically Inert in Water - Hack a Day Sun, 18 Oct 2026 02:00:45 GMT
One of the often made claims about plastics is that they are chemically inert under most conditions, such as when exposed to water. This long-held belief has also challenged the …read more
 
An interview with Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella on the Nvidia RTX Spark-powered Surface Laptop Ultra, plans to make Windows a safer OS to run AI agents, and more (Joanna Stern/The New Things) - Techmeme Sun, 18 Oct 2026 01:20:02 GMT

Joanna Stern / The New Things:
An interview with Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella on the Nvidia RTX Spark-powered Surface Laptop Ultra, plans to make Windows a safer OS to run AI agents, and more — My exclusive interview with Satya Nadella on the new Surface Laptop Ultra and Microsoft's plan to make Windows safer for AI agents
 
Three Important MacBook Pro Touch Release Dates - Forbes - Google Sun, 18 Oct 2026 00:44:26 GMT
  1. Three Important MacBook Pro Touch Release Dates Forbes
  2. OLED MacBook Pro Won't Get M7 Chips Until Late 2027 MacRumors
  3. Apple is about to kick off four weeks straight of new product launches 9to5Mac
  4. Apple Invites Media to October 28 Launch Experience for New Macs and iPad Mini The Mac Observer
  5. Apple Reportedly Plans Oct. 28 Event for Touchscreen MacBooks and More TechRepublic
 
You don't have to turn off your phone to switch SIM cards (but you probably should) - Engadget Sun, 18 Oct 2026 00:30:00 GMT
Swapping SIM cards isn't something you'll do all the time, but when it does come up, you should do it carefully.
 
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 Gets a Warm Steam Welcome With 90% Positive Reviews - TechPowerUp - Google Sun, 18 Oct 2026 00:05:15 GMT
  1. Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 Gets a Warm Steam Welcome With 90% Positive Reviews TechPowerUp
  2. Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 Review In Progress — Here's What We Think of The Campaign IGN
  3. CoD: Modern Warfare 4 Goes Back To Basics To Properly Finish Its Story GameSpot
  4. Modern Warfare 4: Campaign Early Access Now Live Call of Duty® | Best-Selling Video Game Franchise
  5. Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4's campaign early access is out, and people are... actually loving it? Windows Central
 
'I Don't Think We're Seeing It Here': GTA 6 Launch Trailer Not Using PS5's New QSSR Upscaler - Push Square - Google Sun, 18 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMT
  1. 'I Don't Think We're Seeing It Here': GTA 6 Launch Trailer Not Using PS5's New QSSR Upscaler Push Square
  2. Grand Theft Auto VI Launch Trailer Rockstar Games
  3. GTA 6 Launch Trailer Analysis: Has a Long-Standing Tech Issue Been Fixed? Digital Foundry
  4. Justice Composed the Score for Grand Theft Auto VI Pitchfork
  5. GTA 6 fans spot mysterious detail at 0:55 in new trailer Yahoo Finance
 
What to check if your Nintendo Switch 2 isn't connecting to the TV - Engadget Sun, 18 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMT
Your Nintendo Switch 2 is made to project its display to a TV. If it's not working, there are some things you should check.
 
OpenAI is building a humanoid robot, but the body isn't the real challenge - Engadget Sat, 17 Oct 2026 23:45:00 GMT
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman wants a humanoid that can operate in a world designed for people, though the CEO says a robot 'brain' is a much bigger challenge.
 
Google says "magic state cultivation" works in practice on its Willow quantum processor, calling it a breakthrough that reduces errors by about 40x (Google) - Techmeme Sat, 17 Oct 2026 23:35:01 GMT

Google:
Google says “magic state cultivation” works in practice on its Willow quantum processor, calling it a breakthrough that reduces errors by about 40x — We've shown that magic state cultivation works on Google Quantum AI hardware. — Google Quantum AI has demonstratively opened …

 
These Samsung Galaxy tablets are in their last year of software support - Engadget Sat, 17 Oct 2026 23:30:00 GMT
Samsung's latest software update commitment for its tablets is great, but older devices can't take advantage of it.
 
2026 Retrocomputing Challenge: Dollhouse Arcade Cabinet Runs Remote DOS Games - Hack a Day Sat, 17 Oct 2026 23:00:24 GMT
Classic DOS games never ran from within stand-up arcade cabinets in dollhouses, but [Juha Lilja] imagines a world in which they did. His Micro DOS arcade cabinet is described as …read more
 
Why your Wi-Fi speeds can drop in the evening, and what to do about it - Engadget Sat, 17 Oct 2026 23:00:00 GMT
Everyone getting online at the same time can slam the network, but working around these slowdowns is possible with a few tricks.
 
PS6 Price Tag Facing $1,000+ Nightmare as AI Data Centres Send Component Costs Soaring - Push Square - Google Sat, 17 Oct 2026 23:00:00 GMT
  1. PS6 Price Tag Facing $1,000+ Nightmare as AI Data Centres Send Component Costs Soaring Push Square
  2. PS6 RAM and Storage Alone Reportedly Cost Sony Over $680, Claims Leaker TechPowerUp
  3. PlayStation 6 Price Tag Has Gamers Ready To Ditch Consoles Forever ScreenRant
  4. Sony Rejects Deep Losses as PS6 Costs Approach 1000 Dollars Demokratis.co.id
  5. PlayStation 6 could cost Sony over $1000 before it even goes on sale. GameGPU
 
How to keep your smart home running even if the internet goes down - Engadget Sat, 17 Oct 2026 22:45:00 GMT
Smart home products most often harness Wi-Fi to function. But what can you do if you lose internet frequently?
 
Why it's important to monitor your PC's background processes - Engadget Sat, 17 Oct 2026 22:30:00 GMT
What your PC is doing in the background doesn't need to be a mystery. Learn about what's happening and how to spot when something looks wrong.
 
Don't throw away your old PlayStation — Do this instead - Engadget Sat, 17 Oct 2026 22:00:00 GMT
Older PlayStations may be past their prime, but there are several ways you can make use of these consoles.
 
Apple Retail Staff Told to Warn Against iPhone Duo Walk-In Purchases - MacRumors - Google Sat, 17 Oct 2026 21:30:45 GMT
  1. Apple Retail Staff Told to Warn Against iPhone Duo Walk-In Purchases MacRumors
  2. Apple blames ‘extraordinary’ demand as foldable iPhones sell out Financial Times
  3. Apple’s $1,999 iPhone Duo puts the company's status-symbol power to the test CNBC
  4. Apple iPhone Duo preorders sell out, deliveries extend to late January Yahoo Finance
  5. iPhone Duo Shipping Estimates Have Already Been Pushed Back To 2027 Engadget
 
The Tesla Roadster is far from the first car to use fans for downforce - Engadget Sat, 17 Oct 2026 21:20:21 GMT
Here are some of the other, older vehicles that use fans for downforce like the Tesla Roadster does.
 
Anomaly Innovations, behind coding agent OpenCode, says a breach hit ~1.4% of OpenCode Console users and their API keys, in a "large scale distillation attack" (Walter Schulze/Startup Fortune) - Techmeme Sat, 17 Oct 2026 20:50:01 GMT

Walter Schulze / Startup Fortune:
Anomaly Innovations, behind coding agent OpenCode, says a breach hit ~1.4% of OpenCode Console users and their API keys, in a “large scale distillation attack” — A large-scale distillation attack against the company behind the open-source coding agent OpenCode exposed stored OpenAI …

 
Building a Flying Drone With a Single Propeller - Hack a Day Sat, 17 Oct 2026 20:00:11 GMT
Technically all that you need in order to make a drone fly is a single motor and single propeller, but realistically it becomes basically impossible to fly it at that …read more
 
Turkish police detained Hex and PulseChain founder Richard Heart on Oct. 14, seizing $7M+ in cash and six cold wallets; HEX fell nearly 50% on initial reports (Zack Abrams/The Block) - Techmeme Sat, 17 Oct 2026 19:55:00 GMT

Zack Abrams / The Block:
Turkish police detained Hex and PulseChain founder Richard Heart on Oct. 14, seizing $7M+ in cash and six cold wallets; HEX fell nearly 50% on initial reports — Turkey's justice minister said Heart's wife and three bodyguards were also detained, and that searches turned up guns, ammunition, watches and jewelry.
 
Leaked gameplay purports to show a canceled Assassin's Creed game set in ancient China - Engadget Sat, 17 Oct 2026 19:22:17 GMT
At least there's still Assassin's Creed Jade to look forward to.
 
Bleecker Street says TikTok suspended the Musk documentary account for "political policy" violations and called the suspension "permanent"; Bleecker's appealing (Steven Zeitchik/The Hollywood Reporter) - Techmeme Sat, 17 Oct 2026 19:10:04 GMT

Steven Zeitchik / The Hollywood Reporter:
Bleecker Street says TikTok suspended the Musk documentary account for “political policy” violations and called the suspension “permanent”; Bleecker's appealing — Move comes just as Alex Gibney doc film expands to nearly 500 screens. Distributor Bleecker Street says it is appealing.
 
MapQuest adds a Surveillance Layer to its mobile app showing license plate readers and cameras from 10+ companies including Flock, using OpenStreetMap data (Chase DiBenedetto/Mashable) - Techmeme Sat, 17 Oct 2026 19:00:01 GMT

Chase DiBenedetto / Mashable:
MapQuest adds a Surveillance Layer to its mobile app showing license plate readers and cameras from 10+ companies including Flock, using OpenStreetMap data — MapQuest will not go gentle into that good night. — The navigation software — which debuted in 1996 and was later eclipsed …

 
Android Auto can be used outside of your car: Here's how - Engadget Sat, 17 Oct 2026 18:45:00 GMT
It might sound weird to use Android Auto outside of a vehicle, but doing so has unexpected productivity benefits.
 
ASUS Makes Its First Intel Arc Card, a 32 GB Arc Pro B70 Under the UGen AI Brand - TechPowerUp - Google Sat, 17 Oct 2026 18:37:12 GMT
  1. ASUS Makes Its First Intel Arc Card, a 32 GB Arc Pro B70 Under the UGen AI Brand TechPowerUp
  2. ASUS finally joins the Intel Arc party with a 32GB Battlemage GPU TweakTown
  3. ASUS returns to Intel graphics cards after five years with Arc Pro B70 32GB VideoCardz.com
  4. ASUS Launches First Intel Arc Pro B70 GPU with 32GB ECC Memory and 367 TOPS AI Performance KuCoin
  5. ASUS Finally Builds An Intel Arc Graphics Card After Two Generations On The Sidelines, And It’s The Full 32 GB Big Battlemage Arc Pro B70 Wccftech
 
What's actually eating all the storage space on your Android Phone? - Engadget Sat, 17 Oct 2026 18:30:00 GMT
Android phone running out of space? Here's why and what you can do to get rid of old files.
 
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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iPhone Duo shipping estimates have already been pushed back to 2027 - Engadget Sat, 17 Oct 2026 18:12:35 GMT
Apple called the early demand "nothing short of extraordinary."
 
Texas Says It’s Fixed a Glitch That Delayed Nearly 600,000 Voter Registrations - CNET Sat, 17 Oct 2026 18:09:52 GMT
Programming issues and software updates have been blamed for delays in getting hundreds of thousands of people registered to vote.
 
You might be surprised by how much the Slate truck can carry - Engadget Sat, 17 Oct 2026 18:00:00 GMT
Don't underestimate this compact pickup.
 
2026 Retrocomputing Challenge: Oldputer Gives Old Eyes Relief with E-ink Display - Hack a Day Sat, 17 Oct 2026 17:00:52 GMT
Modern computers are towers of glass and metal with very few large deviations from one to another. Monitor A will go against B, except you can’t tell them apart unless …read more
 
Intel "Razor Lake-AX" to Pack 700 TOPS of AI Compute - TechPowerUp - Google Sat, 17 Oct 2026 16:53:17 GMT
  1. Intel "Razor Lake-AX" to Pack 700 TOPS of AI Compute TechPowerUp
  2. Intel confirms Razor Lake-AX for 2028 with 700 TOPS AI performance VideoCardz.com
  3. Intel SVP Confirms Razor Lake-AX Will Hit 700 TOPS & Launch In 2028, 3.88x The AI Compute Of Panther Lake Wccftech
  4. Intel Unveils Robotics AI Platform Uniting Real-Time Control, AI on One Chip Tech Times
  5. Intel confirms Razor Lake-AX which could deliver nearly four times Panther Lake’s AI performance Digital Trends
 
SF tech bro pulls plug on controversial video game that let players kill ‘homeless people’ - New York Post - Google Sat, 17 Oct 2026 16:32:00 GMT
  1. SF tech bro pulls plug on controversial video game that let players kill ‘homeless people’ New York Post
  2. 'Tenderloin Night Shift': Zombie shooting game set in San Francisco neighborhood taken offline after backlash ABC7 Bay Area
  3. Zombie shooter game based on San Francisco's Tenderloin causes controversy NBC Bay Area
  4. New AI Zombie Shooter Game Set In SF Neighborhood Sparks Backlash: Report Patch
  5. Tenderloin ‘zombie shooter’ game shut down by creator after backlash over depiction of homeless San Francisco Chronicle
 
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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What does the yellow light on your Alexa device mean and how do you clear it? - Engadget Sat, 17 Oct 2026 16:30:00 GMT
Don't panic if your Amazon Echo is flashing a yellow light. Here's what that color means, how to clear it and how to tweak your Alexa notification settings.
 
Anbernic's RG DDS is almost double the price of the original Nintendo 3DS - Engadget Sat, 17 Oct 2026 16:15:11 GMT
The premium handheld is expected to start shipping in December.
 
This Samsung Galaxy feature can protect you from untrustworthy apps - Engadget Sat, 17 Oct 2026 16:00:00 GMT
Samsung's Auto Blocker protects your Galaxy phone from security threats, but it does have drawbacks. Here's what it does and when you might want to turn it off.
 
EE announces iPhone Handoff pricing details for UK customers - 9to5Mac - Google Sat, 17 Oct 2026 15:54:00 GMT
  1. EE announces iPhone Handoff pricing details for UK customers 9to5Mac
  2. iOS’s New Handoff Feature Will Cost $10 on Verizon PCMag
  3. Verizon Will Charge You $10 A Month For iPhone Handoff Engadget
  4. iPhone Handoff in iOS 27: Use One Number on Two iPhones TechRepublic
  5. Verizon Will Charge $10 a Month for iPhone Handoff MacRumors
 
Meta removes ToS language that suggested it could scrape websites "associated with" business accounts, saying it applied only to "ads and business products" (Terrence O'Brien/The Verge) - Techmeme Sat, 17 Oct 2026 15:50:02 GMT

Terrence O'Brien / The Verge:
Meta removes ToS language that suggested it could scrape websites “associated with” business accounts, saying it applied only to “ads and business products” — Language that experts say allowed the scraping of news sites to train its AI has been removed from Meta's terms.
 
Smash Bros. Player Barred From Austin Competition Following Bed Bug Concern - Kotaku - Google Sat, 17 Oct 2026 15:38:45 GMT
  1. Smash Bros. Player Barred From Austin Competition Following Bed Bug Concern Kotaku
  2. [UPDATE] Super Smash Bros. Player Mew2King Responds After Tournament Bans Him Over Bug Bite Concerns IGN
  3. Mew2King Clarifies Bug Bite Claims After Austin Tournament Ban Demokratis.co.id
  4. Super Smash Bros. Player Banned From Tournament After Posts About Bug Bites Go Viral OpenCritic
  5. Mew2King Addresses Bug Bite Posts After Austin Tournament Ban SuaraGarut.ID
 
US Representative Introduces Plan To Preserve Digital Game Ownership - Polygon.com - Google Sat, 17 Oct 2026 15:30:47 GMT
  1. US Representative Introduces Plan To Preserve Digital Game Ownership Polygon.com
  2. Rep. Torres Announces Power To The Players Act, Legislation to Ensure Gamers Own Their Games House.gov
  3. US Rep proposes bill to give video game buyers "ownership," not "a license" Ars Technica
  4. New York rep announces game ownership bill that would require consumer ownership rather than sale of licenses — would also require publishers to keep the game functional after support ends Tom's Hardware
  5. How Should Video Game Ownership Work In An All-Digital Future? Kotaku
 
Why are some locations blurred out on Google Maps? - Engadget Sat, 17 Oct 2026 15:30:00 GMT
When using Google Maps, it isn't rare to see blurred locations. Why does this happen? The answer is simple, and it has everything to do with security.
 
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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DeepSeek releases V4.1-Flash-1017, an update it says offers "stronger benchmark performance, faster task completion, and shorter outputs" than its predecessor (Saritha Rai/Bloomberg) - Techmeme Sat, 17 Oct 2026 15:00:37 GMT

Saritha Rai / Bloomberg:
DeepSeek releases V4.1-Flash-1017, an update it says offers “stronger benchmark performance, faster task completion, and shorter outputs” than its predecessor — DeepSeek released an update of its AI model this weekend that it says is faster and leaner, ramping …

 
Common problems with Amazon Alexa and how to fix them - Engadget Sat, 17 Oct 2026 15:00:00 GMT
Amazon Alexa is a very useful gadget to have at home, but it isn't exempt from having some issues. Fortunately, troubleshooting is easy as pie.
 
Reddit Users Share Wild First-Day Firing Stories - The Daily Dot - Google Sat, 17 Oct 2026 14:47:00 GMT
Reddit Users Share Wild First-Day Firing Stories The Daily Dot
 
Should you have both Ethernet and Wi-Fi for your home? - Engadget Sat, 17 Oct 2026 14:30:00 GMT
Ethernet will keep your devices connecting online in record time, while Wi-Fi keeps them untethered. But how well can they both work together?
 
Star Wars Galactic Racer Devs Reveal They Have Big Plans For More Content - Bespin Bulletin - Google Sat, 17 Oct 2026 14:22:42 GMT
  1. Star Wars Galactic Racer Devs Reveal They Have Big Plans For More Content Bespin Bulletin
  2. How Star Wars: Galactic Racer kept the core team small and sustainable through "distributed development" GamesIndustry.biz
  3. The Sunday Papers Rock Paper Shotgun
  4. The Netflix series Drive to Survive served as the inspiration for Star Wars: Galactic Racer WN Hub
  5. Star Wars: Galactic Racer First Hotfix Speeds Out on October 12 via Update 1.004.003 MP1st
 
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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Intel Nova Lake Reportedly Ditches The Expected Core Ultra 400 Name For Laptop H And U Chips, As All Five Families Adopt Core Ultra 4000 - Wccftech - Google Sat, 17 Oct 2026 14:05:41 GMT
  1. Intel Nova Lake Reportedly Ditches The Expected Core Ultra 400 Name For Laptop H And U Chips, As All Five Families Adopt Core Ultra 4000 Wccftech
  2. Intel Refers to its 3D V-Cache Analog as "BFC" TechPowerUp
  3. Intel Nova Lake Core Ultra 4000 naming reportedly extends to all desktop and mobile CPUs VideoCardz.com
  4. Intel Nova Lake gaming performance is similar to Arrow Lake without BFC, says leaker Club386
  5. Leaked Nova Lake die shots reveal modular 6-tile topology combining Intel 18A-P and TSMC N2P TweakTown
 
Discovering SDRs Everywhere - Hack a Day Sat, 17 Oct 2026 14:00:24 GMT
To quote commenter [douyarou], “It’s like our little version of a Precambrian explosion”. A bunch of hackers have discovered, independently and building on each other’s work, software-defined radio (SDR) capabilities …read more
 
Man Shows Up to AI Job Interview With His Own Helicopter AI to Interview for Him - Futurism - Google Sat, 17 Oct 2026 13:47:00 GMT
  1. Man Shows Up to AI Job Interview With His Own Helicopter AI to Interview for Him Futurism
  2. Man sets up a ‘job interview’ with two AI avatars. It’s 6 minutes of uncanny chaos. Yahoo Tech
  3. Chaos ensues when AI interviewer meets AI interviewee The Register
  4. Dystopian and dehumanising: that’s what it felt like when I was interviewed by an AI assistant | Giselle Au-Nhien Nguyen The Guardian
  5. Victor the AI Agent Faces Recruiter Bot Pat and Salary Talk Falls Apart https://gnyouth.net/
 
PSA: Apple’s official silicone iPhone Duo case will require adhesive to stick - 9to5Mac - Google Sat, 17 Oct 2026 13:45:00 GMT
  1. PSA: Apple’s official silicone iPhone Duo case will require adhesive to stick 9to5Mac
  2. iPhone Duo accessories: Here are five top picks for Apple’s foldable 9to5Mac
  3. Apple's official silicone case for the iPhone Duo requires adhesive - GSMArena.com news GSMArena.com
  4. Don't let iPhone Duo go unprotected, these are the best case options so far AppleInsider
  5. Apple's new $79 iPhone Duo case requires actual glue to stay on your phone PhoneArena
 
Apple's New Home Collection Gives Investors Another Reason to Remain Bullish - Yahoo Finance - Google Sat, 17 Oct 2026 13:35:00 GMT
  1. Apple's New Home Collection Gives Investors Another Reason to Remain Bullish Yahoo Finance
  2. Apple’s HomeView is just the latest threat to online recipe writers The Verge
  3. Apple’s New HomeView Is an Apple Watch Jammed Into an iPad Powered by CarPlay Slapped on a HomePod The New York Times
  4. Top Stories: Apple HomeView, New Apple TV and HomePod mini, and Sold-Out iPhone Duo MacRumors
  5. Apple’s HomeView has a Google problem Fast Company
 
NVIDIA Denies RTX 5090 Discontinuation Reports; Jeff Fisher Confirms Flagship GPU Will Continue Shipping - Wccftech - Google Sat, 17 Oct 2026 13:28:00 GMT
  1. NVIDIA Denies RTX 5090 Discontinuation Reports; Jeff Fisher Confirms Flagship GPU Will Continue Shipping Wccftech
  2. NVIDIA Denies RTX 5090 Discontinuation Rumors, Admits Supply Is Tight TechPowerUp
  3. Nvidia is no longer a PC gaming company. Get used to it PCWorld
  4. 'If you want an RTX 5080 better buy one while you can still afford one': as Nvidia's RTX 5090 reportedly disappears, gamers are worried about more price hikes — and I'm concerned about the entire future of GeForce GPUs TechRadar
  5. Nvidia reportedly ends GeForce RTX 5090 graphics card production GamesIndustry.biz
 
The No. 1 ‘Weekend Rule’ The Happiest People Have, By A Psychologist - Forbes - Google Sat, 17 Oct 2026 13:00:22 GMT
The No. 1 ‘Weekend Rule’ The Happiest People Have, By A Psychologist Forbes
 
Samsung Leak Claims 6 Galaxy Z Foldables for 2027 [2026] - https://tech-insider.org/ - Google Sat, 17 Oct 2026 12:07:58 GMT
  1. Samsung Leak Claims 6 Galaxy Z Foldables for 2027 [2026] https://tech-insider.org/
  2. From TriFold 2 to Galaxy Z Slide: Samsung is starting a foldable revolution in 2027 PhoneArena
  3. How many jigsaw puzzles is enough jigsaw puzzles? Samsung has enough for a year 2027 is preparing 6 now Samsung Magazine
  4. Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 9 leaks: Hidden camera, S Pen, Ultra model and everything we know Gulf News
  5. Six Foldables in 2027? Samsung’s Most Ambitious Hardware Shakeup Yet Nokiapoweruser
 
Amazon just did what Google couldn't do in 15 years: Make a great everyday Android tablet - Android Authority - Google Sat, 17 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMT
  1. Amazon just did what Google couldn't do in 15 years: Make a great everyday Android tablet Android Authority
  2. Alexa Tablet 12 Pro Review: Amazon's Premium Tablet Gets Almost Everything Right Engadget
  3. Amazon's new tablets have a 'Kindle Mode.' Here's how to get it on your Galaxy Tablet Android Police
  4. With the Alexa Tablets, Amazon Steps Decisively in the Right Direction ⭐ Thurrott.com
  5. With the Amazon Fire Tabs dead, good cheap Android tablets are now impossible to find Yahoo Tech
 
Poll: Are You Hyped for October's 9 New PS Plus Games? - Push Square - Google Sat, 17 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMT
  1. Poll: Are You Hyped for October's 9 New PS Plus Games? Push Square
  2. PlayStation Plus Game Catalog for October: Mafia: The Old Country, Horizon Forbidden West, Mycopunk and more PlayStation.Blog
  3. PS Plus members to get one of the best PS5 action-adventures of 2025 for free, along with 6 other bangers T3
  4. PlayStation Plus Catalog Games for October 2026 Revealed, Includes Mafia: The Old Country IGN
  5. Ps Plus Extra and Premium Games for October 2026 Officially Revealed IMDb
 
Yes, You’re Probably Paying More for Phone Service. Here’s Where Your Money Is Going - CNET Sat, 17 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMT
T-Mobile just raised a mandatory fee again, but it’s not the only carrier taking small bites out of your wallet.
 
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.
 
I've waited years for a new Apple TV 4K, but I won't be buying the 4th Generation streaming box – here's why - What Hi-Fi? - Google Sat, 17 Oct 2026 11:08:10 GMT
  1. I've waited years for a new Apple TV 4K, but I won't be buying the 4th Generation streaming box – here's why What Hi-Fi?
  2. Apple unveils the new Apple TV 4K, supercharged by Siri AI Apple
  3. Amazon cuts 2026 Apple TV 4K, HomeView prices with preorder deals AppleInsider
  4. The new Apple TV 4K just got its first (very small) discount The Verge
  5. Apple Pre-Orders Kick Off With First Discounts on HomeView and Apple TV 4K MacRumors
 
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.
 
SolidCraft is Parametric, Automation-friendly CAD for Desktop and Browser - Hack a Day Sat, 17 Oct 2026 11:00:51 GMT
If you’re looking to try a new, open source 3D modeling CAD suite, especially one with automation-friendly interfaces, take a look at SolidCraft. It’s under development but there’s support for …read more
 
Why BioWare’s Neverwinter Nights still has thousands of active players - Ars Technica - Google Sat, 17 Oct 2026 11:00:21 GMT
Why BioWare’s Neverwinter Nights still has thousands of active players Ars Technica
 
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.
 
Microsoft updates Windows 11 Xbox mode with easier access to desktop and power controls - VideoCardz.com - Google Sat, 17 Oct 2026 10:52:05 GMT
  1. Microsoft updates Windows 11 Xbox mode with easier access to desktop and power controls VideoCardz.com
  2. What’s new in Windows 11: Everyday experiences, reimagined Windows Blog
  3. Windows 11 RAM Usage Update Falls Short of Microsoft's '20% More Responsive' Claim ExtremeTech
  4. Microsoft says Windows 11 is now ‘more responsive’ and runs better on 8GB of RAM The Verge
  5. After hands‑on testing, these 9 Windows 11 Insider features from October genuinely stand out Windows Central
 
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.
 
I Test Home Security Tech. Here Are 4 Devices I Rely on to Guard My Porch - CNET Sat, 17 Oct 2026 10:00:00 GMT
Porch security is the best, easiest safety project for anyone new to smart homes.
 
Why AI Isn’t Ready to Tackle Our Convoluted Genomes - Wired Sat, 17 Oct 2026 09:00:00 GMT
The DNA inside our cells isn’t just a series of instructions, but something far more dynamic. Like scientists, AI models don't yet have the data to properly decode it.
 
Microplastics React With Water, a New Study Says. That’s a Problem for Biology - Wired Sat, 17 Oct 2026 09:00:00 GMT
Though plastic is usually inert, tiny pieces of it have the potential to react with one of the most pervasive molecules in the environment and in our bodies.
 
Making One Fender From Another - Hack a Day Sat, 17 Oct 2026 08:00:21 GMT
There’s a tendency among cherished brands to licence their name and logo onto all sorts of novelty items in order to make a quick buck. Joining this trend is the …read more
 
Hackers Use Compromised ConnectWise Credential to Sign In to 173 Microsoft 365 Tenants - The Hacker News - Google Sat, 17 Oct 2026 06:16:00 GMT
  1. Hackers Use Compromised ConnectWise Credential to Sign In to 173 Microsoft 365 Tenants The Hacker News
  2. Hackers breach Microsoft 365 tenants via ConnectWise supply-chain attack BleepingComputer
  3. ConnectWise Cloud Backup Breach Hits 173 Tenants [2026] https://tech-insider.org/
  4. WARNING: ConnectWise Supply-Chain Attack Exposes Microsoft 365 Tenants LinkedIn
  5. ConnectWise SkyKick Credentials Abused in Microsoft 365 Attacks, Backup Services Shut Down Cyber Press
 
My iPhone 18 Pro Max just got delivered and I immediately regret the purchase — and I think iPhone Duo is to blame - Tom's Guide - Google Sat, 17 Oct 2026 04:30:00 GMT
  1. My iPhone 18 Pro Max just got delivered and I immediately regret the purchase — and I think iPhone Duo is to blame Tom's Guide
  2. Apple iPhone 18 Pro Review: A Big Improvement You’ll Notice Every Day Forbes
  3. Apple’s Foldable Phone Is Impressive, But Here’s Why I Chose the 18 Pro PCMag
  4. I Tested the iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max’s Batteries and Was Awestruck by One Change CNET
  5. What Charger Does iPhone 18 Pro Use? A Charging Guide for 2026 Anker
 
What To Do With Your Old Nest Gadgets Since Google Ended Support - BGR - Google Sat, 17 Oct 2026 02:32:00 GMT
What To Do With Your Old Nest Gadgets Since Google Ended Support BGR
 
GTA VI not yet gold: Rockstar explains the final push before launch - Notebookcheck - Google Sat, 17 Oct 2026 01:55:00 GMT
  1. GTA VI not yet gold: Rockstar explains the final push before launch Notebookcheck
  2. The Making of Grand Theft Auto VI Bloomberg.com
  3. Enormous Number of Smart NPCs Was One of Reasons for GTA 6 Delay 80 Level
  4. When Rockstar Needed To Delay GTA 6 Again, Take-Two's CEO Replied: 'Please Tell Me You're Kidding' Kotaku
  5. Rockstar Promises Its Next Game Won’t Take Another 8 Years IMDb
 
The Leap Second Is No More - Wired Fri, 16 Oct 2026 21:31:35 GMT
The metric might not mean much to laypeople, but leap seconds have been a source of contention in the timekeeping community for years. Now, they’re dead.
 
'We're Pretty Proud of It' — Castlevania: Belmont’s Curse Devs Made the Game's Characters Hot on Purpose - IGN - Google Fri, 16 Oct 2026 21:03:52 GMT
'We're Pretty Proud of It' — Castlevania: Belmont’s Curse Devs Made the Game's Characters Hot on Purpose IGN
 
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.
 
OpenAI models hacked a crypto wallet and breached more websites - ArsTechnica Fri, 16 Oct 2026 20:59:01 GMT
The actions could have resulted in criminal charges had humans been behind the keyboard.
 
Kindle’s most itty-bitty e-reader is officially here — plus, 73+ other new products we can’t get enough of this month - NBC News - Google Fri, 16 Oct 2026 20:45:00 GMT
Kindle’s most itty-bitty e-reader is officially here — plus, 73+ other new products we can’t get enough of this month NBC News
 
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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Benchmarked: Nvidia's RTX Spark notebook delivers serious local AI compute, at a price - The Register - Google Fri, 16 Oct 2026 20:31:00 GMT
  1. Benchmarked: Nvidia's RTX Spark notebook delivers serious local AI compute, at a price The Register
  2. RTX Spark Ignites Global Celebration as New Windows PCs Arrive NVIDIA Blog
  3. NVIDIA RTX Spark N1X Launch Overview: NVIDIA Arms Windows ServeTheHome
  4. RTX Spark laptops are being called MacBook Pro killers for AI and creators — here’s why reviewers are impressed Windows Central
  5. HP’s OmniBook Ultra 16: Our First Look at RTX Spark Is a Promising Start CNET
 
'Ocarina of Time': Nintendo gives Zelda classic a modern makeover - Japan Today - Google Fri, 16 Oct 2026 20:30:00 GMT
  1. 'Ocarina of Time': Nintendo gives Zelda classic a modern makeover Japan Today
  2. Hands-on with the Ocarina of Time remake, the most ornate Zelda game ever made NPR
  3. You have been summoned to watch the new Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time — Overview Trailer! Nintendo
  4. Ocarina of Time Switch 2: 10 Stores Get N64 Box [2026] https://tech-insider.org/
  5. The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time (2026) Preview: A Beautiful Step Back In Time Game Informer
 
Verizon myPlan review: sounds awesome on paper, so what’s the catch? - PhoneArena - Google Fri, 16 Oct 2026 20:22:16 GMT
Verizon myPlan review: sounds awesome on paper, so what’s the catch? PhoneArena
 
“thegentlemanpervert” producing AI CSAM is a NJ prosecutor, say cops - ArsTechnica Fri, 16 Oct 2026 20:20:07 GMT
Discord user flagged AI CSAM, triggering arrest of New Jersey deputy AG.
 
Sony Just Put Audiophiles on Notice with Its New Portable Hi-Fi Players - Gear Patrol - Google Fri, 16 Oct 2026 20:09:01 GMT
  1. Sony Just Put Audiophiles on Notice with Its New Portable Hi-Fi Players Gear Patrol
  2. Sony Debuts $5,900 Gold-Plated Walkman Player for Audiophiles Bloomberg.com
  3. Sony Electronics Updates its Premium Walkman® Lineup Including New Signature Series Walkman® NW-WM1ZM3, NW-WM1AM3 and NW-ZX900 Digital Media Players PR Newswire
  4. Sony announces an almost $6,000 USD Walkman Signature Series Digital Audio Player Newsshooter
  5. Sony launches two new hi-res Walkmans – but the prices may shock you What Hi-Fi?
 
Katie Zacharia Was Linked to an AI Rare-Earths Startup. It’s Even Weirder Than It Sounds - Wired Fri, 16 Oct 2026 20:05:08 GMT
The short-lived White House press secretary was listed as an adviser to a Kristi Noem–linked company that aims to use AI for mining. Both the company and she say she never worked there.
 
The ASUS Xbox ROG Ally X20 Handheld Gaming PC Is Officially Released and Orders Are Now Shipping Out - IGN - Google Fri, 16 Oct 2026 19:50:00 GMT
  1. The ASUS Xbox ROG Ally X20 Handheld Gaming PC Is Officially Released and Orders Are Now Shipping Out IGN
  2. ROG XBOX Ally X20 Anniversary Edition Available Now | ROG ASUS Pressroom
  3. ROG Xbox Ally X20 Review: Better Screen, Harder Sell BGR
  4. ASUS Announces Availability of ROG XBOX Ally X20 XBOX Wire
  5. ROG Ally X20 vs Switch 2 vs Steam Deck: $800 Gap [2026] https://tech-insider.org/
 
US Rep proposes bill to give video game buyers "ownership," not "a license" - ArsTechnica Fri, 16 Oct 2026 19:41:18 GMT
There are still significant hurdles ahead, both technical and legislative.
 
Castlevania: Belmont's Curse Bosses and Boss Strategies - IGN - Google Fri, 16 Oct 2026 19:31:05 GMT
  1. Castlevania: Belmont's Curse Bosses and Boss Strategies IGN
  2. Castlevania: Belmont's Curse Review: Worthy Of The Whip Game Informer
  3. Castlevania: Belmont’s Curse review – every fantastical vampire-hunting vision is fulfilled The Guardian
  4. How to Unlock Mirror Fast Travel - Castlevania: Belmont's Curse Guide IGN
  5. Castlevania: Belmont’s Curse Is a Near-Perfect Metroidvania Polygon.com
 
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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Bug turns one of the biggest fears about Ray-Ban Meta smart glasses into reality - ArsTechnica Fri, 16 Oct 2026 19:11:50 GMT
The bug is fixed, but privacy concerns remain.
 
Bug turns one of the biggest fears about Ray-Ban Meta smart glasses into reality - Ars Technica - Google Fri, 16 Oct 2026 19:11:50 GMT
  1. Bug turns one of the biggest fears about Ray-Ban Meta smart glasses into reality Ars Technica
  2. Meta confirms smart glasses were recording without being activated Mashable
  3. Big surprise: Some Ray-Ban Meta owners say their glasses are listening without being asked (Updated) Android Authority
  4. Meta Glasses Said to Be Recording Even When They’re in Sleep Mode Futurism
  5. Mark Zuckerberg (Sort Of) Address Ray-Ban Meta Glasses Camera Concerns With Some Reminders Yahoo Tech
 
Waymo Puts Toronto on the Map for Its Robotaxis - CNET Fri, 16 Oct 2026 19:03:10 GMT
Training of the Waymo robotaxis will begin in the coming days, but you won’t be able to book a ride till 2028.
 
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.
 
Chicago-Area Cops Helped HSI Spy on Minnesota Anti-ICE Activists - Wired Fri, 16 Oct 2026 18:21:54 GMT
Despite Illinois’ sanctuary laws, local police in and around Chicago helped ICE investigative agents track activists engaged in First Amendment–protected activities.
 
New RPG From Final Fantasy Persona Vets Borrows From The Past To Ask How We Can Save The Future - Kotaku - Google Fri, 16 Oct 2026 18:00:46 GMT
  1. New RPG From Final Fantasy Persona Vets Borrows From The Past To Ask How We Can Save The Future Kotaku
  2. Eternal Anima Preview: Strive How I Want To Game Informer
  3. Interview: Chrono Trigger Lead Programmer on Directing His Own Time Travel JRPG, Eternal Anima Anime News Network
  4. One of the Most Intriguing RPGs of 2027 Plays With Time Brilliantly Polygon.com
  5. Eternal Anima hands-on gameplay preview Gematsu
 
I tried replacing Photoshop, Lightroom, and Acrobat with free vibe-coded alternatives, and they're surprisingly good - XDA - Google Fri, 16 Oct 2026 18:00:19 GMT
  1. I tried replacing Photoshop, Lightroom, and Acrobat with free vibe-coded alternatives, and they're surprisingly good XDA
  2. Adobe software dupe maker takes on Microsoft Office, releasing free versions of Word, Powerpoint, and Excel Mashable
  3. How AI apps are offering free substitutes for Big Tech software Al Jazeera
  4. Copyright and the Vibe-Coded Adobe Clones Plagiarism Today
  5. Photoshop, Word cloned for free as ‘Reverse Engineer Anything’ craze spreads AFR
 
GTA 6 Recaptures What Made GTA’s Best DLC So Great - Polygon.com - Google Fri, 16 Oct 2026 18:00:18 GMT
  1. GTA 6 Recaptures What Made GTA’s Best DLC So Great Polygon.com
  2. Grand Theft Auto VI Hype Keeps Building Ahead of Launch | Chart TheWrap
  3. As More Americans Game Daily, GTA VI Offers Advertisers a High-Intent Audience CivicScience
  4. GTA 6 Could Deliver What GTA 5 and Red Dead Redemption 2 Were Missing GamingBolt
  5. GTA 6 has not massacred video game sales this year as everything sells well Metro.co.uk
 
Researchers say an ad platform could identify targets and install spyware through online ads, no click needed - TechSpot Fri, 16 Oct 2026 17:47:00 GMT

A new investigation by Citizen Lab has uncovered a large-scale covert operation designed to install spyware through online advertising. Dubbed "AdFection" by the University of Toronto research unit, the technique was allegedly used by unidentified Israeli actors to infect computers belonging to Al Jazeera's news network.

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RFK Jr. proposes FDA look the other way on unproven peptides, report says - ArsTechnica Fri, 16 Oct 2026 17:05:59 GMT
FDA scientists said none of the popular drugs have been proven safe or effective.
 
Apple iPhone Duo is already backordered until 2027 - TechSpot Fri, 16 Oct 2026 17:04:00 GMT

Apple introduced the iPhone Duo as the centerpiece of its fall media event on September 9. The handset, which is set to do battle with Samsung's Galaxy Z Fold in the ultra-premium space, is powered by an A20 Pro SoC built by TSMC on its 2nm node and features a...

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Pokémon TCG Pocket Is Finally Fixing One Of Its Most Frustrating Features - Kotaku - Google Fri, 16 Oct 2026 17:00:31 GMT
  1. Pokémon TCG Pocket Is Finally Fixing One Of Its Most Frustrating Features Kotaku
  2. Read the Pokémon TCG Pocket October 2026 Producer Letter Pokemon.com
  3. 'Pokémon TCG Pocket' Announces Big Update to Address Player Concerns Polygon.com
  4. Pokemon TCG Pocket C Series Moves to Six-Week Booster Pack Cycle Shane the Gamer
  5. Pokémon TCG Pocket is Slowing Down New Set Releases Insider Gaming
 
Apple’s New CEO Just Demonstrated How to Stay Classy While Insulting the Competition - Inc.com - Google Fri, 16 Oct 2026 16:54:45 GMT
  1. Apple’s New CEO Just Demonstrated How to Stay Classy While Insulting the Competition Inc.com
  2. John Ternus Is Engineering a New Era for Apple: The Best Inventions of 2026 Time Magazine
  3. John Ternus talks iPhone Duo, ‘cheap and crappy’ foldables in new interview 9to5Mac
  4. Ask Paul: October 16 ⭐ Thurrott.com
  5. Apple CEO John Ternus on Early Foldables: 'Kind of Cheap and Crappy' MacRumors
 
World time to drop the leap second from May 2027 - Euronews - Google Fri, 16 Oct 2026 16:49:56 GMT
  1. World time to drop the leap second from May 2027 Euronews
  2. The Leap Second Has Been Canceled The New York Times
  3. Scientists just voted to redefine how the world keeps time Scientific American
  4. It's Official: Timekeepers Have Gotten Rid of the Leap Second—and Introduced the Leap Hour Instead Smithsonian Magazine
  5. How an accelerating Earth led experts to adopt the leap hour The Guardian
 
Here’s Exactly How Tesla Made Its New 230-Mph Car ‘Fly’ - Wired Fri, 16 Oct 2026 16:30:12 GMT
It turns out the Roadster 2 both sucks and blows.
 
Razer Barracuda V2 Pro Review: A Gaming Headset for the Office - Wired Fri, 16 Oct 2026 16:30:00 GMT
The Razer Barracuda V2 Pro headset has a place in the office as well as at your gaming battle station.
 
Thank Gen Z for the ‘Girls’ Revival - Wired Fri, 16 Oct 2026 16:21:38 GMT
The HBO series served as a stand-in for everything wrong with white millennial women during its original run. Then Gen Z started watching.
 
'Father Of PlayStation' Ken Kutaragi Blames A 'Mentality Issue' For The Backlash To Killing Discs - Kotaku - Google Fri, 16 Oct 2026 16:00:45 GMT
  1. 'Father Of PlayStation' Ken Kutaragi Blames A 'Mentality Issue' For The Backlash To Killing Discs Kotaku
  2. Ken Kutaragi ‘understands’ why PlayStation fans don’t want to give up physical games Video Games Chronicle
  3. Killing PS5 Discs Just Makes Sense, Even If It Angers People, Former PlayStation Exec Says GameSpot
  4. Buying physical media is an act of rebellion Pocket-lint
  5. While PlayStation Waits on GTA VI, Slot Studios Have Been Running a Weekly Release Calendar PSX Extreme
 
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.
 
The best Amazon deals this weekend: Score big brands like Yeti, Lego, Apple and more for up to 70% off - Yahoo - Google Fri, 16 Oct 2026 15:57:56 GMT
  1. The best Amazon deals this weekend: Score big brands like Yeti, Lego, Apple and more for up to 70% off Yahoo
  2. Amazon is selling a pair of pain-relieving insoles for 52% off, a $510 vacuum for $150 — plus 8 more of the absolute best weekend deals worth your cash Yahoo Lifestyle Canada
  3. I found 10 of the week’s best Amazon deals that are better than October Prime Day | CNN Underscored CNN
  4. I Track Amazon Deals for a Living — These Are the Only 10 Discounts for Up to 89% Off Worth Shopping This Week People.com
  5. Amazon Prime Day deals 2026 - best deals and what to avoid as prices drop South West Farmer
 
Tesla Roadster Fires Up SpaceX Tech for ‘Flying Car’ Demo - CNET Fri, 16 Oct 2026 15:57:19 GMT
I’m no rocket scientist, but I’m not sure the vehicle on display was a fully functional car that a human can drive.
 
The new Windows Photos app goes native for editing and viewing, but power users are mad about the web-based gallery - TechSpot Fri, 16 Oct 2026 15:56:00 GMT

The new editor includes several useful tools. Crop helps adjust framing, composition, and aspect ratio, while Enhance fine-tunes light, color, and the overall look of a photo. Repair lets users fix flaws and imperfections, and Stylize changes the look and feel of an image.

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Surprise! Meta and Apple Worked Together on a New Open-Source AI Model - CNET Fri, 16 Oct 2026 15:46:33 GMT
Think of Muse Spark Open as the result of Meta and Apple’s enemies-to-lovers arc.
 
Meta may use sweeping new commercial TOS to avoid millions in AI licensing fees - ArsTechnica Fri, 16 Oct 2026 15:41:00 GMT
Meta “streamlined” its commercial TOS. Legal experts warn it’s an AI power grab.
 
WhatsApp now lets anyone join calls without an account or app - TechSpot Fri, 16 Oct 2026 15:39:00 GMT
The new guest calling feature lets anyone join WhatsApp calls through a shared link, no account or app needed. It works for voice and video calls, which remain end-to-end encrypted, and support up to 32 participants. Hosts can controll who enters the call, similar to Zoom and Meet.
 
No Rest for the Wicked details new class systems, version 1.0 enhancements - Gematsu - Google Fri, 16 Oct 2026 15:30:08 GMT
  1. No Rest for the Wicked details new class systems, version 1.0 enhancements Gematsu
  2. ARPG No Rest for the Wicked Gets a More Varied, Overhauled Class System in Latest Road to 1.0 Update MMORPG.com
  3. No Rest for the Wicked 1.0 Scraps Attributes for 24 Mix-and-Match Classes, Proper Stealth, and Swappable Serum Cores Wccftech
  4. No Rest for the Wicked Postponed to March 2027. Developers Promised Twice as Much Content iXBT.games
  5. '1.0 Roughly Doubles the Size of the Game': No Rest for the Wicked Confirms March 2027 Release on PS5 Push Square
 
Elon Musk Is Almost Single-Handedly Funding the Republican Midterms Push - Wired Fri, 16 Oct 2026 15:25:18 GMT
Elon Musk has assembled a presidential-level field operation this midterm cycle, underscoring the extent to which he has taken over the get-out-the-vote effort for the Republican party.
 
Maybe Chatbots Shouldn’t Get to Say ‘I’ or ‘Me’ - Wired Fri, 16 Oct 2026 15:00:00 GMT
MIT professor Sherry Turkle warns that people have become dangerously enmeshed with chatbots.
 
Microsoft says Windows 11 is up to 20% more responsive after its latest update, with big improvements for 8GB PCs - TechSpot Fri, 16 Oct 2026 14:35:00 GMT

The changes follow Microsoft's earlier commitment to improve Windows 11's performance, reliability and overall experience.

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Polymarket saw $600 million in election trades after the elections were over - ArsTechnica Fri, 16 Oct 2026 14:19:22 GMT
Millions kept changing hands long after the election outcomes were effectively settled.
 
Tesla turns to 50-year-old stunt technology as it tries to Roadster again - ArsTechnica Fri, 16 Oct 2026 14:03:25 GMT
If you want to make a car spin in the air, compressed gas is a good way to do it.
 
Switch games are the latest targets of AI-built PC ports, and Zelda: Link's Awakening is already playable - TechSpot Fri, 16 Oct 2026 14:02:00 GMT

A free, fan-made PC port of the 2019 remake of The Legend of Zelda: Link's Awakening recently entered a public beta. Built almost entirely with Claude, it is believed to be the first Nintendo Switch PC port of its kind to reach GitHub.

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Super Scam Me documentary shows what it takes to catch a romance scammer - ArsTechnica Fri, 16 Oct 2026 14:00:59 GMT
Watch an exclusive clip from Super Scam Me where a victim tracks down her scammer.
 
The Definitive Futuristic Mechanical Watch Debuts Its Ultimate Version - Gear Patrol - Google Fri, 16 Oct 2026 14:00:00 GMT
  1. The Definitive Futuristic Mechanical Watch Debuts Its Ultimate Version Gear Patrol
  2. In an industry steeped in tradition, Ressence puts simplicity first Wallpaper*
  3. Introducing the TYPE 10 DN, Ressence’s First Oil-Filled Watch with the Proprietary Movement Monochrome Watches
  4. Introducing: Ressence Type 10 DN "Dark Night" Hodinkee
  5. Ressence’s TYPE 10 DN Is Designed to Look Like One Continuous Object Hypebeast
 
Cinema 4D adds procedural scattering, more realistic liquids, and faster rendering - TechSpot Fri, 16 Oct 2026 13:54:00 GMT
Cinema 4D 2027 introduces a new procedural scattering system for creating detailed environments with vegetation, rocks, and other objects. The update also brings Liquid FX, which automatically generates foam, spray, and bubbles for more realistic fluid simulations, alongside Redshift performance improvements, expanded CAD support, and new node-based tools.
 
Tesla's new Roadster can fly, drive upside down, and hit 60 mph in under 0.6 seconds - TechSpot Fri, 16 Oct 2026 13:16:00 GMT

The Rocket configuration places thrusters around the car's perimeter to provide forward and upward acceleration as well as lateral rotation. All-electric actuators make small adjustments to stabilize the vehicle in flight.

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Xbox is finally getting one of 2025's biggest games next week - TrueAchievements - Google Fri, 16 Oct 2026 13:13:08 GMT
  1. Xbox is finally getting one of 2025's biggest games next week TrueAchievements
  2. Hit Indie Co-Op Climbing 'Friendslop' Game, Peak, Launches On Consoles This Month Game Informer
  3. Peak climbs its way onto PS5 October 22 PlayStation.Blog
  4. Peak: Console Edition announced for Nintendo Switch 2 Nintendo Everything
  5. One Of 2025's Most Successful Co-Op Games Is Finally Coming To Xbox Next Week Pure Xbox
 
Microsoft Surface Laptop Ultra Review: The First Real AI PC - Wired Fri, 16 Oct 2026 13:00:00 GMT
The Surface Laptop Ultra is a true MacBook Pro competitor for Windows, and Microsoft has never been so close to dethroning Apple—if only it weren't for the lack of battery life.
 
iPhone Duo Preorders Sell Out in Minutes: Backordered Until January - CNET Fri, 16 Oct 2026 12:38:03 GMT
Demand is strong for Apple’s first foldable, which will first be available on Oct. 23.
 
Ticket resale giants sue Washington DC over new law that caps scalper markups at 10% - TechSpot Fri, 16 Oct 2026 12:37:00 GMT

The DC council passed the Restricting Egregious Scalping Against Live Entertainment Amendment (RESALE) Act in June. Set to become law on January 1, 2027, it ensures that tickets purchased for shows can't be resold for more than 10% of the original price, including fees and taxes. It also limits the...

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The Surface Laptop Ultra delivers on most of Microsoft's promises - ArsTechnica Fri, 16 Oct 2026 12:00:05 GMT
Microsoft promises one machine for dev, AI, and gaming, and mostly gets there.
 
The “Horizontal” French Manicure Is About Be Everywhere—Celebs Are Already On Board - Vogue - Google Fri, 16 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMT
The “Horizontal” French Manicure Is About Be Everywhere—Celebs Are Already On Board Vogue
 
SK hynix reportedly offers to build a NAND fab in the US if Washington lets it expand in China - TechSpot Fri, 16 Oct 2026 11:58:00 GMT

The equipment would go into unused space in Dalian's Mod B building. Completed in 2023, the building was never fully equipped because of the memory market downturn. Some tools are installed, but much of the space remains available.

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Sega pulls Shogun 2 remaster after overwhelmingly negative reviews, with players citing AI-upscaled art - TechSpot Fri, 16 Oct 2026 11:08:00 GMT

Total War: Shogun 2 – Complete Edition, released October 13, was supposed to bring the 2011 RTS classic up to date for modern PCs with numerous visual, performance, and quality-of-life upgrades. Instead, it opened to overwhelmingly negative reviews on Steam, with complaints citing AI-upscaled art and other serious issues.

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Rocket Report: FAA eyes more Starbase traffic; India's Skyroot snares US customer - ArsTechnica Fri, 16 Oct 2026 11:00:53 GMT
The pioneering reusable upper stage for Stoke Space's Nova rocket ships out for testing.
 
What happens if AI agents start speaking their own language? - CNN - Google Fri, 16 Oct 2026 11:00:44 GMT
  1. What happens if AI agents start speaking their own language? CNN
  2. AI agents develop their own 'artificial natural language' to communicate about complex data Tech Xplore
  3. AI Agents Build a Shared Vocabulary Through Dialogue Alone, Without a Common Dictionary or Central Control, Study Finds XenoSpectrum
  4. How AI Agents Created Their Own Language Root-Nation.com
  5. AI systems created their own language without being taught one Yahoo Tech
 
AWOL Vision Aetherion Max RGB Laser UST Projector Review: A Top Buy - Wired Fri, 16 Oct 2026 11:00:00 GMT
A top performer in both dark rooms and in bright sunshine, the AWOL Vision Aetherion Max RGB Laser UST Projector gives movie theaters a run for their money.
 
AI-Generated Hot Girls Are Ripping Off Comedians to Boost Their Horny Content - Wired Fri, 16 Oct 2026 11:00:00 GMT
A network of AI-generated models is using comics’ material to funnel views to their OnlyFans and Fanvue accounts—and there’s not much comedians can do about it.
 
The Best Digital Wall Calendar (2026): Skylight, Everblog, Greenlight - Wired Fri, 16 Oct 2026 10:32:00 GMT
What originally looked like clutter turned out to be my new favorite gadget for organizing my family’s life.
 
Would you really give up ChatGPT to shut down data centers? Tech CEO highlights the hypocrisy of some AI critics - TechSpot Fri, 16 Oct 2026 10:19:00 GMT

"All the people that are saying they're anti-data center, that they're anti-AI in general, they're using it," said Verb boss Cyrus Beschloss at CNBC's Trading the Midterms event.

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Blue Origin is going all in on the New Glenn rocket - ArsTechnica Fri, 16 Oct 2026 10:00:54 GMT
The infrastructure is designed to support multiple flights per week by the end of the decade.
 
Googlebook review: Android on a laptop is still Android - ArsTechnica Fri, 16 Oct 2026 10:00:32 GMT
Android laptops are here, but Google has a lot of work ahead to make them good.
 
The New Fan’s Guide to the Unreal World of Nathan Fielder - Wired Fri, 16 Oct 2026 10:00:00 GMT
Surprised by the hype around yet another documentary on Theranos fraudster Elizabeth Holmes? It has everything to do with this experimental comedian.
 
Jabra Enhance Select M3 Review (2026): A Big Price for Small Wins - Wired Fri, 16 Oct 2026 10:00:00 GMT
This direct-to-consumer brand’s latest top-of-the-line devices work well but only showcase incremental improvements over previous models.
 
Penguin Colony review – an Antarctic odyssey of Nazis and Lovecraftian horrors - The Guardian - Google Fri, 16 Oct 2026 09:01:00 GMT
  1. Penguin Colony review – an Antarctic odyssey of Nazis and Lovecraftian horrors The Guardian
  2. Penguin Colony Rips Lovecraft’s Horror From His Racist Hands Polygon.com
  3. Penguin Colony review - the least expected Soulslike you'll play, and a cracking parody of Lovecraftian empires Rock Paper Shotgun
  4. Penguin Colony turns Lovecraft inside out ScreenHub Australia
  5. Penguin Colony Out Now on PC From Umurangi Generation Developer MonsterVine
 
Egypt’s Climate-Resilient ‘Super Corals’ Are Starting to Feel the Heat - Wired Fri, 16 Oct 2026 09:00:00 GMT
Scientists can’t agree why reefs in the Red Sea have long been immune to bleaching. The answer could be the key to saving these tough corals as climate change begins taking its toll.
 
The Unusual Item I Use to Degrease a Pan Before Washing It - CNET Fri, 16 Oct 2026 09:00:00 GMT
Keep oil out of the kitchen sink with this nifty trick.
 
HP Coupon Codes and Deals October 2026 - Wired Fri, 16 Oct 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Save up to 60%, plus an extra 20% with HP promo codes for laptops, printers, PCs, and more tech.
 
Total Wireless Promo Codes & Deals: 50% Off Select Plans - Wired Fri, 16 Oct 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Find great deals for Total Wireless, like 50% off select plans, and enjoy big savings.
 
Skechers Coupon Codes 20% Off - Wired Fri, 16 Oct 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Learn how to find, compare, and apply the best Skechers online discounts to save on comfortable sneakers, athletic apparel, and accessories.
 
Surfshark Promo Codes: 87% Off | October 2026 - Wired Fri, 16 Oct 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Save up to 87% with a Surfshark coupon code, 3 months of VPN free today, and more from WIRED.
 
A Tesla Flying Car? I Don’t Know, Man - Wired Fri, 16 Oct 2026 03:18:30 GMT
The Federal Aviation Administration will likely have thoughts about the Tesla Roadster 2’s ability to leave the ground.
 
The Tesla Roadster 2 Is Here—and It Flies - Wired Fri, 16 Oct 2026 01:22:51 GMT
The automaker unveiled its next luxury sports car at an event in Texas. It has thrusters on it that can send it airborne.
 
An Entire Swedish TV Show Got Deleted, and AI Got Blamed - CNET Fri, 16 Oct 2026 00:00:21 GMT
The TV network that airs the show says a backup system failed, but the raw material still exists.
 
World Timekeepers Decide to Kill the Leap Second - CNET Thu, 15 Oct 2026 22:39:14 GMT
Doing away with the leap second might prevent time-related computer anomalies in the future.
 
New proposed bill would make video games something you own, not rent - TechSpot Thu, 15 Oct 2026 22:38:00 GMT

The "Power to the Players Act" bill would direct the FTC to write rules ensuring that buying a video game translates into ownership and not a revocable license. Games that depend on online servers would also have to offer an offline mode before those servers are switched off. Rep. Ritchie...

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Memtest86+ adds Arm support, new memory tests, and USB reports - TechSpot Thu, 15 Oct 2026 22:23:00 GMT
Memtest86+ 9.0 brings the popular open-source memory testing utility to ARM64 devices, including Snapdragon X laptops and Raspberry Pi boards. The update also introduces new RowHammer and memory bus stress tests.
 
KDE turns 30 with Plasma 6.8, remote upgrades, and an X11 farewell - ArsTechnica Thu, 15 Oct 2026 22:21:06 GMT
KDE celebrates 30 years with a new Plasma release, a farewell to X11, and a movie.
 
New Amazon Bee Personal AI Devices Will Listen and Record You - CNET Thu, 15 Oct 2026 21:52:43 GMT
The Bee Frontier and Bee Eclipse use artificial intelligence to process conversations into summaries, to-do lists and more. Just make sure you ask people for permission to record first.
 
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.
 
Plex now helps sell movie theater tickets - ArsTechnica Thu, 15 Oct 2026 21:22:15 GMT
Discovery data from Plex users will help studios, advertisers.
 
We Got Hot and Heavy With Meta’s Muse—and Baffled by Apple’s HomeView - Wired Thu, 15 Oct 2026 21:18:15 GMT
This week on “Uncanny Valley,” we dive into an unexpected Muse feature, shadowy spending from the largest pro-AI super PAC, and men’s tendency to lie about how much they know about AI.
 
Supreme Court Weighs Major Video Privacy Case - CNET Thu, 15 Oct 2026 21:11:14 GMT
A 1988 federal law could bar tech companies from using video viewing data for targeted ads without explicit user consent.
 
Hegseth’s dubious low-T screening may flag up to 25 percent of the Army - ArsTechnica Thu, 15 Oct 2026 21:09:57 GMT
Medical experts explicitly recommend against blanket screenings.
 
AI Hacks Leave a Mess That AI Companies Aren’t Paying For - Wired Thu, 15 Oct 2026 21:00:28 GMT
Powerful AI models continue to cause chaos, but their targets aren’t widely seeking justice. Instead, they’re being encouraged to adopt those same tools.
 
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.
 
Our Favorite Air Purifier Brand Just Released a Smaller, More Affordable Option - CNET Thu, 15 Oct 2026 20:47:14 GMT
Coway unveiled the Airmega Mighty2 Mini today.
 
Targeted ads delivered 0-click exploits to install mercenary malware - ArsTechnica Thu, 15 Oct 2026 20:32:41 GMT
The incident is likely 1st confirmation of mercenary spyware delivered by targeted ads.
 
Google Rolls Out Its Universal Cart Shopping Tool - CNET Thu, 15 Oct 2026 20:30:39 GMT
The Universal Cart tracks stock availability and price drops, but you’ll need to shop on Google first.
 
Above the 911? Porsche previews a new mid-engined supercar. - ArsTechnica Thu, 15 Oct 2026 20:30:02 GMT
Porsche’s turnaround plan for 2035 involves less volume but more expensive cars.
 
Nvidia and Cisco unveil next-gen network interface built for the AI data center boom - TechSpot Thu, 15 Oct 2026 19:08:00 GMT

GPU maker Nvidia and networking specialist Cisco have unveiled a new network interface called Ultra-Dense Small Form Factor Pluggable (USFP). The new optical transceiver is designed to significantly increase bandwidth in data centers, helping accommodate the enormous data demands of modern AI models and training workloads.

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Grand Theft Auto 6: The Release Trailer You’ve Been Waiting For - CNET Thu, 15 Oct 2026 19:06:31 GMT
The wait is over, and it’s looking good.
 
Upgrade Your Thermostat for Winter With This Ecobee Deal for $120 - Wired Thu, 15 Oct 2026 19:00:49 GMT
You don’t need the fanciest model to make your heating routine smarter. A refurbished Ecobee we love is just $120 through October 21.
 
TCL wants to build a 700Hz OLED gaming monitor, and it's betting on inkjet printing to do it - TechSpot Thu, 15 Oct 2026 18:24:00 GMT

According to market research firm Omdia, TCL's planned 700Hz panels will come in 32- and 34-inch sizes and be manufactured at the company's Gen 8.6 OLED factory in Guangzhou, China. Production is expected to begin in 2028, although the potential launch timeframe remains unclear. Other specifications, including pixel resolution and...

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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.
 
Microsoft won't patch old Windows Servers, so a small security firm is doing it - TechSpot Thu, 15 Oct 2026 17:41:00 GMT

The 0patch service recently unveiled a new set of patches for several "dead" versions of Windows Server. The updates are designed to address a dangerous security vulnerability Microsoft disclosed in August. Although the flaw has been fixed in supported Windows editions, it remains a threat to older versions that no...

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White House Press Secretary Katie Zacharia Was an Affiliate Marketer for a Fitness MLM - Wired Thu, 15 Oct 2026 17:05:19 GMT
Trump’s newly installed press secretary tells WIRED that in the early 2010s, she promoted a product for a company then called Beachbody, which she described as “sort of a pyramid scheme.”
 
Apple wants Chrome users to switch to Safari, claims up to five extra hours of video playback on a Mac - TechSpot Thu, 15 Oct 2026 16:58:00 GMT

StatCounter figures put Chrome's browser market share at 66.36%, compared with Safari's 18.27%. Apple's campaign aims to narrow that gap by making browser efficiency a more prominent consideration.

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Nvidia Broadcast 2.3 adds 4K video upscaling and frame generation - TechSpot Thu, 15 Oct 2026 16:40:00 GMT
Nvidia Broadcast has received a major upgrade, bringing AI-powered 4K video upscaling and frame generation to webcams. The update also moves beyond live streaming, allowing users to enhance previously recorded videos and audio files. The features require compatible RTX GPUs.
 
Microsoft breaks Patch Tuesday record with more than 1,000 Windows security flaws fixed - TechSpot Thu, 15 Oct 2026 16:05:00 GMT

Earlier this week, Microsoft released a new batch of security updates, traditionally known as Patch Tuesday. For October 2026, Redmond's Patch Tuesday is tasked with fixing 1,413 security bugs, each tracked under its own CVE record.

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I’ve Tested Echo Shows and Nest Hubs. Here’s How Apple’s HomeView Display Stacks Up - CNET Thu, 15 Oct 2026 16:00:00 GMT
Apple’s new HomeView faces steep competition from Amazon and Google’s well-established smart displays. Here’s what I think, based on my past reviews.
 
ASML says it won't be able to make enough chipmaking machines to meet demand through 2028 - TechSpot Thu, 15 Oct 2026 15:24:00 GMT

The demand is being driven primarily by customers' expectations of continued investment in AI, Fouquet said. It also comes as Samsung and TSMC committed during the third quarter to using ASML's High NA extreme ultraviolet (EUV) lithography machines. These next-generation tools are considered important to the Dutch equipment maker's future...

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Xbox unveils the Nano Controller, a smaller, cheaper alternative that fits in your pocket - TechSpot Thu, 15 Oct 2026 14:46:00 GMT

Called the Xbox Nano Controller, the company says its size and shape make it an ideal option for people with smaller hands, younger players, or anyone who wants something more portable that fits easily into a pocket.

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Can the Shark Tank Water Bottle Really Keep Drinks Cold for 36 Hours? I Tested One to Find Out - CNET Thu, 15 Oct 2026 14:18:34 GMT
Here’s how long a Coldest water bottle keeps things chilled compared to my go-to mug.
 
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?
 
Junji Ito’s Manga Horrors Hit Harder as Live-Action TV - Wired Thu, 15 Oct 2026 13:30:00 GMT
The artist’s macabre short works have been adapted into eerily freaky 30-minute bites for television. We got a sneak preview of the next episode airing on HBO Max.
 
Kids’ Content Is Deeply Broken. A New Platform Wants to Fix It - Wired Thu, 15 Oct 2026 11:00:00 GMT
Low-quality AI-generated content currently dominates children’s media. Maka, a streaming platform run by child development experts, is offering an alternative.
 
Democrats Are Gearing Up to Investigate the Trump Administration. It Won’t Be Easy - Wired Thu, 15 Oct 2026 10:30:00 GMT
As a recent government report on DOGE shows, even getting basic information out of the Trump administration will put a new Congress to the test.
 
‘Nightmare Scenario’: Zero-Click Spyware Is Infecting Phones via Targeted Ads - Wired Thu, 15 Oct 2026 10:00:00 GMT
Researchers at The Citizen Lab have for the first time released technical evidence of sophisticated mercenary spyware being distributed via online advertising.
 
The Best Permanent Outdoor Lights (2026): Govee, Eufy, Cync - Wired Thu, 15 Oct 2026 09:36:00 GMT
Permanent eave lights that attach to the exterior of your home are becoming more popular. But are they worth the effort and cost?
 
Artemis III Scientist Shares What to Expect From NASA’s Next Lunar Mission - Wired Thu, 15 Oct 2026 09:15:00 GMT
Though scaled back from initial plans of landing, the voyage will serve as a dress rehearsal for when humans return to the moon’s surface.
 
Steam Client now launches faster than Epic’s new launcher - VideoCardz.com - Google Thu, 15 Oct 2026 09:06:00 GMT
  1. Steam Client now launches faster than Epic’s new launcher VideoCardz.com
  2. The new Epic Games Launcher is finally here in Preview Epic Games
  3. Epic says its new vibe-coded Epic Games Launcher is faster than Steam Ars Technica
  4. New Steam Update Puts Startup Times Back Ahead of Epic's Vibe-Coded Launcher TechPowerUp
  5. Epic Thinks You'll Love Its New Vibe Coded Game Launcher Engadget
 
Over $600 Million in Polymarket Election Trades Took Place After Races Ended - Wired Thu, 15 Oct 2026 09:00:00 GMT
Contracts tied to elections in Ethiopia and Romania saw massive trading volumes after the outcomes were decided. “It’s obviously some form of volume manipulation,” one expert says.
 
Walmart Promo Codes: 20% Off for October 2026 - Wired Thu, 15 Oct 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Score $10 off with our Walmart promo codes and coupon, and shop flash deals up to 65% off today.
 
Hotels.com Coupon Codes for October 2026 - Wired Thu, 15 Oct 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Unlock significant savings on hotels, resorts, and getaways with our verified Hotels.com promo codes and gift card discounts. Plan your perfect trip today!
 
Lenovo Coupon Codes: 15% Off in October 2026 - Wired Thu, 15 Oct 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Whether you’re shopping for a ThinkPad, Yoga laptop, or Legion gaming PC, these Lenovo discount codes and promotions can help you save big on your next tech upgrade.
 
ABT Promo Codes & Discounts for October 2026 - Wired Thu, 15 Oct 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Learn how to maximize your savings on major appliances, electronics, and mattresses using verified ABT discount codes, rebates, and special coupons, and save up to $1,200 in October 2026.
 
Groupon Promo Codes: 60% Off in October 2026 - Wired Thu, 15 Oct 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Unlock up to 60% off, 40% off packages, and 20% off with top Groupon coupon codes. Explore coupons to save extra on travel getaways, holiday gifts, spa days, and event tickets.
 
Design Within Reach Promo Codes: 30% Off | October 2026 - Wired Thu, 15 Oct 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.
 
Ancestry Coupons│50% Off│October 2026 - Wired Thu, 15 Oct 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Save on family history memberships and DNA kits with the latest Ancestry coupon codes, special offers, and seasonal discounts.
 
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.
 
Trump Aides Admit the House Is a Lost Cause - Wired Wed, 14 Oct 2026 21:00:00 GMT
With the midterm elections just a few weeks away, the White House knows it has to go all in on Senate races—while virtually forfeiting the House.
 
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.
 
AI Came for Math. Now It’s Chasing the Rest of Science - Wired Wed, 14 Oct 2026 18:15:00 GMT
AI may soon be the default way to solve theoretical problems in economics, high-energy physics, and other fields, MIT researchers tell WIRED.
 
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.
 
Earth’s Condition Is ‘Serious and Getting Worse’ as Climate Change Intensifies - Wired Wed, 14 Oct 2026 14:00:00 GMT
Seven of 16 planetary vital signs are in their most extreme state ever recorded, and El Niño is here to make matters even worse.
 
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. Sunday Preview – Open the Khazalite Holds Warhammer Community
  3. I adore the new dwarf Khazlite Holds army for Warhammer Age of Sigmar, but I worry about what they mean for the future Yahoo
  4. Games Workshop Pre-Orders: The Khazalite Holds Stake Their Claim to the Mortal Realms Bell of Lost Souls
  5. Warhammer 40K Battlefields: Armageddon Ready Painted Terrain Review - Rapid Deployment Scenery TechRaptor
 
‘Dune: Part Three’ Cowriter Brian K. Vaughan Has a New Comic on the Way - Wired Wed, 14 Oct 2026 13:30:00 GMT
Brian K. Vaughan claims he’s seen Dune: Part Three and it’s “a fucking beautiful movie.”
 
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.
 
MIT Farm is growing - MIT Tue, 13 Oct 2026 19:30:00 GMT
Co-founders Aleks Banaś and Zachary Rapaport see architecture and farming as deeply complementary disciplines. Their nascent club is having a sizeable impact at the Institute.
 
The Rumour Engine – 13th of October - Warhammer Community - Google Tue, 13 Oct 2026 10:55:51 GMT
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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.
 
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.
 
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.
 
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.
 
I Let Meta Muse Talk to Customer Service Bots. It Didn’t Go Well - CNET Fri, 09 Oct 2026 12:41:00 GMT
I wanted an AI agent to help with my tech to-do list, but the result wasn’t super helpful.
 
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.
 
Supporting systems of success - MIT Thu, 08 Oct 2026 21:00:00 GMT
In the MIT class 6.C31 (Hack Yourself) students apply computer science strategies to personal growth goals.
 
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.
 
You Can Play Battlefield 6 and More on Xbox Game Pass Now - CNET Wed, 07 Oct 2026 21:04:13 GMT
However, Clair Obscur is now gone from the service. Je suis désolé.
 
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.
 
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.
 
Climate Action Learning Lab bridges research and policy for effective climate solutions - MIT Tue, 29 Sep 2026 20:35:00 GMT
J-PAL North America’s Learning Lab supported a second cohort of U.S. government and nonprofit organizations in building and using rigorous evidence to advance effective decarbonization and adaptation strategies.
 
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.
 
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.
 
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.
 
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.
 
“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.
 
How I Captured These Tricky Macro Photos for a Major CNET Feature Story - CNET Sat, 20 Jun 2026 17:00:39 GMT
This is how I captured macro images at home for a major CNET story, and had one shortlisted for a prestigious award.
 
Does Verizon’s Simplicity Phone Plan Live up to Its Name? We Compare It to MyPlan - CNET Tue, 16 Jun 2026 15:01:10 GMT
For a home internet bundle, the carrier has also introduced Verizon One.
 
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