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Lumaril, which develops AI software for optimizing industrial production by connecting to existing control systems, raised a $66M Series A at a $400M valuation (Sarah Klearman/Wall Street Journal) - Techmeme Sun, 01 Nov 2026 05:35:00 GMT

Sarah Klearman / Wall Street Journal:
Lumaril, which develops AI software for optimizing industrial production by connecting to existing control systems, raised a $66M Series A at a $400M valuation — The AI-for-manufacturers company has raised $66 million at a $400 million valuation — Think of running a production line on a factory floor as a kind of art.
 
Binance says it plans to resume withdrawals in phases starting Sunday, after covering 95% of the ~$6.3B in tokens stolen in the hack, including BTC and ETH (Reuters) - Techmeme Sun, 01 Nov 2026 05:30:02 GMT

Reuters:
Binance says it plans to resume withdrawals in phases starting Sunday, after covering 95% of the ~$6.3B in tokens stolen in the hack, including BTC and ETH — Binance, the world's biggest cryptocurrency exchange, said it would resume withdrawals in phases after covering 95% of the $6.3 billion …

 
Shanghai-based NeuroXess, which is developing BCI technology for movement support, speech decoding, and control of external devices, raised a ~$105M Series B (TechNode) - Techmeme Sun, 01 Nov 2026 05:25:02 GMT

TechNode:
Shanghai-based NeuroXess, which is developing BCI technology for movement support, speech decoding, and control of external devices, raised a ~$105M Series B — Chinese brain-computer interface startup NeuroXess has raised RMB 700 million in Series B funding, co-led by SDIC Juli, Shenzhen Capital Group and Qinzhi Capital.
 
Enterprise voice AI tools provider Deepgram acquires Daily, which has raised $62M+ and develops open-source voice AI framework Pipecat, for an undisclosed sum (Ivan Mehta/TechCrunch) - Techmeme Sun, 01 Nov 2026 05:15:00 GMT

Ivan Mehta / TechCrunch:
Enterprise voice AI tools provider Deepgram acquires Daily, which has raised $62M+ and develops open-source voice AI framework Pipecat, for an undisclosed sum — The voice AI sector is hot, and top players are trying to consolidate their position as more business models come to the fore through partnerships and acquisitions.
 
DeepSeek open sources Super-Agent as a research prototype, a proactive coding agent it says can monitor group chats for coding issues and suggest solutions (Debby Wu/Bloomberg) - Techmeme Sun, 01 Nov 2026 05:00:13 GMT

Debby Wu / Bloomberg:
DeepSeek open sources Super-Agent as a research prototype, a proactive coding agent it says can monitor group chats for coding issues and suggest solutions — DeepSeek has released a prototype of a more autonomous coding agent as it seeks to challenge Anthropic PBC's popular Claude Code.
 
A look at a crude campaign of cyberattacks by Russia-linked hacktivist groups that have caused physical damage in NATO-aligned countries over the past two years (Ryan Gallagher/Bloomberg) - Techmeme Sun, 01 Nov 2026 05:00:01 GMT

Ryan Gallagher / Bloomberg:
A look at a crude campaign of cyberattacks by Russia-linked hacktivist groups that have caused physical damage in NATO-aligned countries over the past two years — Cyberattacks causing physical damage are on the rise in NATO countries, and the hackers carrying them out don't always understand what they're doing.
 
Huge PalmOS Development Archive Goes Online, Thanks to Personal Backups - Hack a Day Sun, 01 Nov 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Palm OS, an operating system for a range mobile devices that predated mobile phones, is largely forgotten today. Or at least, that’s what [Aaron Ardiri] thought. That all changed when …read more
 
Insurance software maker Guidewire agrees to acquire Hyperexponential, which makes AI-powered insurance underwriting and pricing software, for $1.7B in cash (Anzar Mehraj/Reuters) - Techmeme Sun, 01 Nov 2026 04:50:00 GMT

Anzar Mehraj / Reuters:
Insurance software maker Guidewire agrees to acquire Hyperexponential, which makes AI-powered insurance underwriting and pricing software, for $1.7B in cash — Insurance software maker Guidewire (GWRE.N) said on Tuesday it would buy hyperexponential for $1.7 billion in cash and up to $400 million …

 
The FBI attributes the $6B+ Binance hack to North Korea's TraderTraitor hacking group, which the agency also previously blamed for the ~$1.5B Bybit hack (Kevin Whitelaw/Bloomberg) - Techmeme Sun, 01 Nov 2026 03:10:01 GMT

Kevin Whitelaw / Bloomberg:
The FBI attributes the $6B+ Binance hack to North Korea's TraderTraitor hacking group, which the agency also previously blamed for the ~$1.5B Bybit hack — The FBI said that North Korea was responsible for stealing more than $6 billion in cryptocurrencies in a brazen hacking attack on Binance.
 
Upgrading an Action Camera with an External Battery - Hack a Day Sun, 01 Nov 2026 02:00:00 GMT
A person's hands are shown holding a small camera. An aluminium cage runs around the outside of the camera, the viewfinder display is tilted up, and below the viewfinder a battery is mounted.
[Evan Monsma], the prolific experimenter with cameras, found himself with an issue: he had a small Sony action camera with good performance in every respect but battery life, which was …read more
 
Rumour: Alleged Persona 1 Remake Gameplay Leaks Online - Push Square - Google Sun, 01 Nov 2026 01:00:00 GMT
  1. Rumour: Alleged Persona 1 Remake Gameplay Leaks Online Push Square
  2. [Rumor] Persona 1 Remake Footage Leaked Persona Central
  3. Persona 1 Remake Leak: Fans React to 2-Min Clip [2026] shattered.io
  4. Persona Fans Share Their Excitement After Alleged Persona 1 Remake Gameplay Leaks Online IGN
  5. Persona Remake Footage Looks Too Good To Be Real DualShockers
 
5 expensive hobbies where owning a 3D printer actually saves you money - Engadget Sun, 01 Nov 2026 00:30:00 GMT
While a personal 3D printer is certainly an investment, if you regularly engage with an expensive hobby, it might actually save you some cash.
 
Tests: chatbots rely on three obscure AI-built voter sites for US midterm answers; Copilot cited the error-prone Ballot Brief in 75% of tests and ChatGPT in 22% (Washington Post) - Techmeme Sun, 01 Nov 2026 00:00:14 GMT

Washington Post:
Tests: chatbots rely on three obscure AI-built voter sites for US midterm answers; Copilot cited the error-prone Ballot Brief in 75% of tests and ChatGPT in 22% — Frustrated with hunting for information on political candidates, Ben Torres Ezrick set out to build a one-stop shop for voters.
 
Amazon made the AUX input on older Alexa devices less useful - Engadget Sun, 01 Nov 2026 00:00:00 GMT
Amazon has made a quiet change to older Echo speakers that will leave owners rethinking how they use their devices and manage their home audio setups.
 
How big and powerful is SpaceX's Starship rocket? - Engadget Sat, 31 Oct 2026 23:45:00 GMT
SpaceX's Starship has a big role to play in NASA's plans to land astronauts on the Moon. Here's how big this rocket is and how its two stages work together.
 
Column | Asking Eric: Family friend demands hugs, despite parents’ objections - The Washington Post - Google Sat, 31 Oct 2026 23:32:45 GMT
Column | Asking Eric: Family friend demands hugs, despite parents’ objections The Washington Post
 
Why your Apple AirPods' battery drains so fast and how to make it last longer - Engadget Sat, 31 Oct 2026 23:30:00 GMT
It's annoying when your Apple AirPods run out of juice, but the culprit might not be what you think. Here's what's going on and what you can do about it.
 
Rooting an Amazon Echo Dot - Hack a Day Sat, 31 Oct 2026 23:00:00 GMT
The Amazon Echo Dot is one of Amazon’s so-called ‘smart speaker’ offerings that tie into their larger Alexa-fueled ecosystem, designed to be a pretty minimalistic device that gives you access …read more
 
The Slate vs Ford Fathom debate might be settled by this one key tech feature - Engadget Sat, 31 Oct 2026 23:00:00 GMT
Slate and Ford are both building affordable electric pickups, and that means compromises. But the two automakers are taking very different paths to get there.
 
4 important features you should know if you use Microsoft Teams - Engadget Sat, 31 Oct 2026 22:45:00 GMT
A wealth of not-so-well-known features on Microsoft Teams make the experience easier and more stress-free than you may have previously thought.
 
The reason most electrical plug prongs have holes in them - Engadget Sat, 31 Oct 2026 22:30:00 GMT
If you've ever looked at the end of a plug, you've probably wondered why some have holes, and some don't - and no, it's not actually a big conspiracy theory.
 
5 Netflix tips we all wish we knew sooner - Engadget Sat, 31 Oct 2026 22:00:00 GMT
If there are aspects of Netflix streaming that aren't to your liking, there are several changes you can make to optimize your viewing experience.
 
Why your Apple AirPods won't connect to your iPhone and how can you fix it - Engadget Sat, 31 Oct 2026 21:00:00 GMT
When your AirPods refuse to show up on your iPhone, the cause is usually simpler than you'd think. Here's where to look first and what to try next.
 
Here’s how the new MacBook Pro and macOS 27 are optimized for touch - 9to5Mac - Google Sat, 31 Oct 2026 20:49:00 GMT
  1. Here’s how the new MacBook Pro and macOS 27 are optimized for touch 9to5Mac
  2. Apple’s new laptop supports one of the coolest features for color pros The Verge
  3. The Touchscreen MacBook Is Here. For Me, It’s Wait Till Next Year CNET
  4. Steve Jobs Told Tim Cook Never to Ask This 1 Question. Apple's New Touchscreen Mac Explains Why Inc.com
  5. Apple releases new touch screen laptop: Here's what consumers need to know ABC News - Breaking News, Latest News and Videos
 
Claude Code Game Restrictions Target Clones, But Developers Say Legitimate Projects Are Being Blocked - Wccftech - Google Sat, 31 Oct 2026 20:08:37 GMT
  1. Claude Code Game Restrictions Target Clones, But Developers Say Legitimate Projects Are Being Blocked Wccftech
  2. Anthropic takes steps to block Claude from reverse-engineering video games Mashable
  3. Anthropic's Claude AI blocks video game cloning and reverse-engineering — sweeping new restrictions also hit legitimate developers and basic troubleshooting tasks Tom's Hardware
  4. Anthropic Bans AI Game Clones and Reverse Engineering With Claude TechPowerUp
  5. Users report that Anthropic blocked Claude from reverse-engineering TVs XDA
 
Xbox manager says AI is already being used in game development - Engadget Sat, 31 Oct 2026 20:00:00 GMT
Brandon Stirrup deleted his comments from X a day after saying that AI usage is widespread in the gaming industry.
 
Voyager 1 Briefly Goes Silent, Scaring Everyone - Hack a Day Sat, 31 Oct 2026 20:00:00 GMT
It’s no big secret at this point that we are looking at the final years of the two venerable Voyager spacecraft. With their power supplies diminishing and their 1970s-era electronics …read more
 
Researchers are paid $5K for reporting a bug to OpenAI that would let attackers run code in logged-in sessions of all who opened the hacker's ChatGPT share link (Swati Khandelwal/The Hacker News) - Techmeme Sat, 31 Oct 2026 19:01:11 GMT

Swati Khandelwal / The Hacker News:
Researchers are paid $5K for reporting a bug to OpenAI that would let attackers run code in logged-in sessions of all who opened the hacker's ChatGPT share link — A malicious ChatGPT share link could run an attacker's code in the logged-in session of anyone who opened it …

 
The best Roku Streaming Stick depends on your picture quality needs - Engadget Sat, 31 Oct 2026 19:00:00 GMT
Roku only sells one streaming device that doesn't support 4K output.
 
Why your AirPods keep disconnecting without warning: These settings can fix it - Engadget Sat, 31 Oct 2026 18:45:00 GMT
Handy features of your AirPods can be overzealous, leading to disconnections and unwanted device swapping.
 
How to use Claude Duet when it rolls out to you - Engadget Sat, 31 Oct 2026 18:30:00 GMT
For now, you'll need to first join a waitlist.
 
Legendary skateboarder thrown out of LA spot while recreating iconic video game - New York Post - Google Sat, 31 Oct 2026 18:10:00 GMT
Legendary skateboarder thrown out of LA spot while recreating iconic video game New York PostSee more headlines & perspectives on Google News
 
4 drawbacks you should know before buying a PlayStation 5 - Engadget Sat, 31 Oct 2026 18:00:00 GMT
The PS5 isn't as good of a buy today as it was early in its life, so you should be aware of the drawbacks in this awkward console generation.
 
Microsoft's DirectX update could slash ray tracing memory by up to 90 percent - TechSpot Sat, 31 Oct 2026 17:45:00 GMT

Microsoft detailed Clustered Geometry and a companion feature called Partitioned TLAS on its DirectX developer blog this week, describing the pair as the biggest change to DirectX Raytracing since the API arrived in 2018.

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Bolt Graphics powers on its first Zeus GPU - Engadget Sat, 31 Oct 2026 17:30:00 GMT
Bolt Graphics has been working on its simulation-centric Zeus GPU for a while now and has reached a significant milestone: a successful test run.
 
These Samsung Galaxy Watches won't be getting the new One UI update - Engadget Sat, 31 Oct 2026 17:15:00 GMT
Samsung has released the latest version of its wearable OS, One UI 9 Watch, and most of its watch lineup will get the update - except these.
 
DIY WiFi Analyzer Sniffs Out Congestion and Coverage Issues, Suggests Fixes - Hack a Day Sat, 31 Oct 2026 17:00:53 GMT
[Roni Bandini]’s JEV WiFi Analyzer is an interesting experiment that glues together a single-board Linux computer, a USB WiFi adapter, and a specialized AI model to create a new kind …read more
 
How to fix your phone screen when it's unresponsive to touch​ - Engadget Sat, 31 Oct 2026 17:00:00 GMT
Few things are more annoying than an unresponsive touchscreen. Before you give up on your phone, here's what to try to get it working again.
 
How building a cheap home server could save you money in the long run - Engadget Sat, 31 Oct 2026 16:45:00 GMT
Using an old PC to create your own server can save you quite a bit of money through a couple of avenues. Here's what it can do.
 
Walmart makes big amends for Zelda Switch 2 console cancellations - My Nintendo News - Google Sat, 31 Oct 2026 16:39:06 GMT
  1. Walmart makes big amends for Zelda Switch 2 console cancellations My Nintendo News
  2. Zelda Pro Controller Restock: $99.99, Oct. 29 [2026] shattered.io
  3. Fans Can't Believe Walmart Canceled Zelda: Ocarina Of Time Switch 2 Pre-Orders The Day Before They Were Meant To Arrive Kotaku
  4. Zelda 40th Anniversary Switch 2 restock update: the Nintendo Store remains your best bet The Shortcut | Matt Swider
  5. The 'Zelda' Switch 2 Console Release Is A Confirmed Disaster For Some Polygon.com
 
Why your Spotify might be using so much storage - Engadget Sat, 31 Oct 2026 16:30:00 GMT
Spotify can be a storage hog if you don't have your device's settings optimized. Here's what you can do if Spotify is taking up too much storage.
 
Sources: Meta built a prototype humanoid robot with Chinese firm Fourier in three months and is building a second; Meta says it has no plans to sell these units (Jyoti Mann/The Information) - Techmeme Sat, 31 Oct 2026 16:20:02 GMT

Jyoti Mann / The Information:
Sources: Meta built a prototype humanoid robot with Chinese firm Fourier in three months and is building a second; Meta says it has no plans to sell these units — Meta Platforms has built a prototype humanoid with Chinese robotics company Fourier and is already working on a second version …

 
How long is too long for a USB cable? - Engadget Sat, 31 Oct 2026 16:15:00 GMT
USB cables, much like their HDMI cousins, have limits on how long they can be. The thing is, those limits are probably much lower than you expected.
 
November 2026 Skywatching Guide: Meteors, Planets, Stars and a Full Moon - CNET Sat, 31 Oct 2026 16:00:00 GMT
This month, you’ll find three meteor showers and a planetary alignment starring four planets.
 
Column | Husband’s ex won’t let my teen stepdaughter see me while he’s away - The Washington Post - Google Sat, 31 Oct 2026 16:00:00 GMT
Column | Husband’s ex won’t let my teen stepdaughter see me while he’s away The Washington Post
 
Crimson Desert goes free-to-play to celebrate DLC launch - GAMINGbible - Google Sat, 31 Oct 2026 16:00:00 GMT
  1. Crimson Desert goes free-to-play to celebrate DLC launch GAMINGbible
  2. [Notices] Charting the Unknown Market Availability Update 펄어비스 공식 홈페이지
  3. Crimson Desert: Charting the Unknown DLC Review So Far – Much More Content, Not Always for the Better IGN
  4. Crimson Desert Enhanced Adds Surprise Free Trial For All Xbox Series X|S Owners Pure Xbox
  5. The Journey of Crimson Desert Continues with Charting the Unknown XBOX Wire
 
Binance says it has covered 90% of its hack losses, having set aside $6.34B+ of company funds; the remaining 10% is in less liquid tokens (Angela Christy/Reuters) - Techmeme Sat, 31 Oct 2026 15:45:01 GMT

Angela Christy / Reuters:
Binance says it has covered 90% of its hack losses, having set aside $6.34B+ of company funds; the remaining 10% is in less liquid tokens — Cryptocurrency exchange Binance said on Saturday that it was able to cover 90% of the amount stolen during its recent hack.
 
New Android SMS of Death exploit can remotely crash unpatched phones - BleepingComputer - Google Sat, 31 Oct 2026 15:35:11 GMT
  1. New Android SMS of Death exploit can remotely crash unpatched phones BleepingComputer
  2. A simple text message can instantly ruin your phone — here’s how to stop it PhoneArena
  3. Invisible “SMS of Death” crashes Android phone, traps victim in reboot loop until factory reset Cybernews
  4. A new vulnerability can brick your Android phone when receiving the SMS of Death - GSMArena.com news GSMArena.com
  5. A vulnerability has been discovered that allows calls to be disconnected simply by sending an SMS message to an Android device, potentially affecting emergency calls as well. GIGAZINE
 
Shigeru Miyamoto Declares November 1st Pikmin Day In Surprise Nintendo Direct - Kotaku - Google Sat, 31 Oct 2026 15:21:38 GMT
  1. Shigeru Miyamoto Declares November 1st Pikmin Day In Surprise Nintendo Direct Kotaku
  2. A Treasure Hunt Awaits in Pikmin Bloom’s Secret Caves! pikminbloom.com
  3. Shigeru Miyamoto Proclaims November 1 is Pikmin Day, Pikmin 4 Demo Coming To Switch 2 Soon Game Informer
  4. Everything Announced at Nintendo's Inaugural Pikmin Day Direct IGN
  5. Happy Pikmin Day Eve The Verge
 
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 review - Runs on integrated graphics but pushes the RTX 5090 to its limits - Notebookcheck - Google Sat, 31 Oct 2026 15:21:00 GMT
  1. Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 review - Runs on integrated graphics but pushes the RTX 5090 to its limits Notebookcheck
  2. Modern Warfare 4 Injects American empire right into the veins Responsible Statecraft
  3. Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 review PC Gamer
  4. Review: Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 (PS5) - Same Old Multiplayer Drags Down Stellar Package Push Square
  5. Call of Duty Modern Warfare 4’s campaign is among the best in years KOLD
 
Sam Altman says it's "terrible" for RAM to sit inside PCs instead of data centers - TechSpot Sat, 31 Oct 2026 15:04:00 GMT

In an interview on the YouTube channel Cheeky Pint, OpenAI CEO Sam Altman argued that it's more efficient to direct the world's tightening supply of memory to AI data centers than to local devices. The comments drew immediate backlash as hardware prices continue to climb.

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Final Fantasy 14's next job is a crossbow-wielding ranged DPS with a bird sidekick - Eurogamer.net - Google Sat, 31 Oct 2026 14:39:25 GMT
  1. Final Fantasy 14's next job is a crossbow-wielding ranged DPS with a bird sidekick Eurogamer.net
  2. FINAL FANTASY XIV: Evercold Reveals February 23 Launch Date, New Job and More Crunchyroll
  3. All the Details From FFXIV's Fan Fest Tokyo Keynote MMORPG.com
  4. Final Fantasy XIV Evercold Delayed, New Release Date Announced at FFXIV Fan Fest IGN
  5. FF14 Reveals Four Week Delay Alongside Full Story Trailer Kotaku
 
Wild clearance deal lands on base M5 MacBook Pro at $650 off, now just $1,350 - 9to5Toys - Google Sat, 31 Oct 2026 14:32:00 GMT
  1. Wild clearance deal lands on base M5 MacBook Pro at $650 off, now just $1,350 9to5Toys
  2. A new M5 MacBook Pro is down to $1,349 in this insane blowout deal Macworld
  3. Apple's M5 MacBook Air plunges to $1,099, plus save $200 on upgraded models AppleInsider
  4. Yesterday, Apple released a new MacBook Pro. Today, its MacBook Air is $200 off | CNN Underscored CNN
  5. MacBook Pro M5 Max $610 Off Claim: Facts Checked [2026] shattered.io
 
Apple Reveals New iPad Mini's Battery Capacity - MacRumors - Google Sat, 31 Oct 2026 14:24:08 GMT
  1. Apple Reveals New iPad Mini's Battery Capacity MacRumors
  2. Apple is cheaping out on the expensive new iPad mini Fast Company
  3. Apple iPad mini (2026) vs. iPad mini (2024): Should You Pay $200 More? PCMag
  4. Apple gives iPad mini its biggest update ever Apple
  5. Hands-on with the new OLED iPad Mini The Verge
 
Bring On Supercon! - Hack a Day Sat, 31 Oct 2026 14:00:32 GMT
In just under a week from today, almost 700 hackers will be getting together in Pasadena, CA for three days of scheming, soldering, and socializing. If you’re able to join …read more
 
I took two iPhones on vacation. The Duo won me over. - TechCrunch - Google Sat, 31 Oct 2026 14:00:00 GMT
  1. I took two iPhones on vacation. The Duo won me over. TechCrunch
  2. Will the iPhone Duo Fit in Your Pocket? Here’s How It Compares to Other iPhone Sizes CNET
  3. Apple iPhone Duo review: Two screens, two experiences, two thousand dollars Ars Technica
  4. At launch, there were more iPhone Duo in stores than online AppleInsider
  5. Apple’s iPhone Maker Confident of Meeting Surge in Duo Demand Bloomberg
 
How AI detectors like Pangram are changing human writing: authors drop em dashes, "not X, but Y" phrasing, and words like "delve", or add typos, to look human (Morgan Meaker/Bloomberg) - Techmeme Sat, 31 Oct 2026 13:40:53 GMT

Morgan Meaker / Bloomberg:
How AI detectors like Pangram are changing human writing: authors drop em dashes, “not X, but Y” phrasing, and words like “delve”, or add typos, to look human — As AI transforms writing and detectors like Pangram police what counts as machine-generated …

 
Intel stock plunges nearly 30%, its worst day in 52 years - TechSpot Sat, 31 Oct 2026 13:12:00 GMT

Oddly enough, the quarter itself went well. Intel beat Wall Street's earnings estimates. Its data center revenue jumped nearly 80% from a year earlier to $7.3 billion, too. But its forecast for the last three months of the year landed well short: analysts had penciled in about $17 billion in...

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9 Of The Most Popular Japanese Performance Cars To Import (And Why Enthusiasts Love Them) - Jalopnik - Google Sat, 31 Oct 2026 12:45:00 GMT
9 Of The Most Popular Japanese Performance Cars To Import (And Why Enthusiasts Love Them) Jalopnik
 
Spooky New Infostealer Malware Uses AI to ‘Autodox’ Victims - Wired Sat, 31 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMT
Named “Volta-Autodoxer,” the recently uncovered malware uses AI tools to collect troves of data about victims, from login credentials and credit card numbers to Discord sessions and UberEats receipts.
 
Will the iPhone Duo Fit in Your Pocket? Here’s How It Compares to Other iPhone Sizes - CNET Sat, 31 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMT
The iPhone Duo has a palm-size build, but how does that measure up against Apple’s other current phones?
 
Jean-Luc in Blue Jeans: Picard Cosplay Taught Me How Much Patrick Stewart Is Loved - CNET Sat, 31 Oct 2026 11:45:00 GMT
My husband was assimilated at an Emerald City Comic Con, and even the Borg adored him. Thank you, Patrick Stewart.
 
This smart screwdriver uses a camera and AI to identify screws and set torque automatically - TechSpot Sat, 31 Oct 2026 11:33:00 GMT

Hong Kong-based Arrowmax recently launched a Kickstarter campaign for what it calls the world's first AI-powered electric screwdriver, and funded it almost immediately. Starting at around $80, with shipments planned to begin in April 2027, the device aims to streamline the entire process of selecting a bit and driving a screw.

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Seabirds racing home over the ocean can get jet-lagged - ArsTechnica Sat, 31 Oct 2026 11:15:26 GMT
A long flight home from feeding grounds messes with birds' internal clocks.
 
The allegedly discontinued RTX 5080 has quietly disappeared from Nvidia's online store - Notebookcheck - Google Sat, 31 Oct 2026 11:13:00 GMT
  1. The allegedly discontinued RTX 5080 has quietly disappeared from Nvidia's online store Notebookcheck
  2. Nvidia store quietly pulls the RTX 5080 following RTX 5090 removal — street prices climb to 2.2X MSRP Tom's Hardware
  3. Nvidia Quietly Removes RTX 5080 Graphics Card From Its Online Store PCMag
  4. NVIDIA Reportedly Moves Up RTX 5080 24 GB Launch TechPowerUp
  5. The Nvidia RTX 5080 Is Now Selling for Over $2,000 USD After an $800 Price Spike in Two Months Hypebeast
 
The FDA wants to pull its approval of a drug. It’s not so easy. - ArsTechnica Sat, 31 Oct 2026 11:02:34 GMT
The regulator says Tavneos was approved on the basis of manipulated study data. Should patients still have access to it?
 
Learn to Edit STL Files in Just a Few Minutes - Hack a Day Sat, 31 Oct 2026 11:00:45 GMT
Sometimes an STL file needs a bit of editing, but if one doesn’t already know how to use a mesh editor it’s unlikely that one has the time to sit …read more
 
There’s a Completely New Type of Whisky. It’s French and Made in Concrete Eggs - Wired Sat, 31 Oct 2026 11:00:00 GMT
The founders of Maison Lineti are, in a world first, making single malt whisky as if it were wine—and the spirit world is mighty impressed.
 
Govee Christmas Lights 2 Deal: Save $25 on These Smart String Lights - Wired Sat, 31 Oct 2026 11:00:00 GMT
Glow up your home indoors or out with these versatile, discounted, full color smart string lights. They’re WIRED-tested and 25 percent off right now.
 
Backup by Biolite Review: A Cool Idea - Wired Sat, 31 Oct 2026 10:33:00 GMT
Backup by BioLite is designed to power your fridge when the grid goes down. It works, but protecting your ice cream doesn’t come cheap.
 
Meta’s Muse Could Upend All Kinds of Businesses. It Hasn’t Yet - Wired Sat, 31 Oct 2026 10:30:00 GMT
Companies have spent the past several weeks trying to reassure investors that Muse and other AI agents pose more of an opportunity than a threat.
 
An AI Agent Injected Drugs Into a Live Mouse’s Brain - Wired Sat, 31 Oct 2026 10:00:00 GMT
A biotech startup let an agent choose a gene therapy and successfully inject the treatment, offering a startling glimpse of the future of research labs.
 
Bose QC Headphones (2nd Gen) Sale: Lowest Price Ahead of Black Friday - Wired Sat, 31 Oct 2026 10:00:00 GMT
They’re a steal at over 40 percent off in multiple colors. Plus, other great Bose deals you should know about ahead of Black Friday.
 
The Wild World of Third-Party AI Apps for Ring Security, and Whether You Need Them - CNET Sat, 31 Oct 2026 10:00:00 GMT
Ring cameras offer broad capabilities, but third-party AI tools give HOAs, landlords and others even more ways to use them.
 
Keurig Alta Brewer Review: Brand-New Tech, Classically Good Coffee - Wired Sat, 31 Oct 2026 09:35:00 GMT
This multifaceted home coffee brewer and its new AltaRounds will make you rethink everything you know about Keurig machines.
 
Are Memories Transferable? Meet the Scientists Replicating an Infamous Study to Find Out - Wired Sat, 31 Oct 2026 09:30:00 GMT
In the 1960’s, an odd experiment showed planarian worms could transfer memories by consuming each other. It was a sensational finding—that is until the worms stopped learning.
 
A look at growing bipartisan opposition to AI data centers in drought-stricken Arizona, where TSMC's chip fabs were welcomed but newer projects face backlash (Gaby Del Valle/The Verge) - Techmeme Sat, 31 Oct 2026 09:25:55 GMT

Gaby Del Valle / The Verge:
A look at growing bipartisan opposition to AI data centers in drought-stricken Arizona, where TSMC's chip fabs were welcomed but newer projects face backlash — Industry has drained the state's water reserves for decades. Data centers are the breaking point. — AA hulking gray giant rises from the desert.
 
Best Sunrise Alarm Clock (2026): Hatch, Lumie - Wired Sat, 31 Oct 2026 09:01:00 GMT
I’ve never been a morning person. This bedside gadget is the only thing that’s ever changed that.
 
In San Francisco’s A.I. Boom, a First Date Has Become an Interview - The New York Times - Google Sat, 31 Oct 2026 09:00:54 GMT
In San Francisco’s A.I. Boom, a First Date Has Become an Interview The New York Times
 
I tested all of Amazon's e-readers, and this is the best Kindle to buy - Mashable - Google Sat, 31 Oct 2026 09:00:45 GMT
  1. I tested all of Amazon's e-readers, and this is the best Kindle to buy Mashable
  2. Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition review: It's Amazon's best Kindle Mashable
  3. I loved my month using the Amazon Kindle Paperwhite. Here’s why I’m still mixed on it CNN
  4. My Favorite Part of the New Kindle Paperwhite Is One of the Accessories WIRED
  5. Comic Book Readers, Don't Get Fooled By The Wrong Kindle Tablet BGR
 
White Dwarfs Aren’t Just White. Scientists Discover Dying Stars Turning Pink and Green - Wired Sat, 31 Oct 2026 09:00:00 GMT
Astronomers find that a white dwarf’s density and the kind of material it absorbed from its surroundings can produce a rainbow of shades in the star’s atmosphere.
 
Video: Nintendo Highlights Eight New Things In Zelda: Ocarina Of Time (Switch 2) - Nintendo Life - Google Sat, 31 Oct 2026 08:01:44 GMT
  1. Video: Nintendo Highlights Eight New Things In Zelda: Ocarina Of Time (Switch 2) Nintendo Life
  2. Nintendo producer 'nervous' as Zelda classic remake about to hit shelves Japan Today
  3. Zelda Producer 'Nervous' About Fan Reception to Ocarina of Time Remake IGN
  4. There’s one week left to preorder the Ocarina of Time remake for $10 off The Verge
  5. Zelda: Ocarina of Time Is Getting Some Serious Competition on Switch 2 Next Week Polygon.com
 
Poll: Are You Happy with Your PS Plus Essential Games for November 2026? - Push Square - Google Sat, 31 Oct 2026 06:35:43 GMT
  1. Poll: Are You Happy with Your PS Plus Essential Games for November 2026? Push Square
  2. PlayStation Plus Monthly Games for November: Dead Island 2, Tomb Raider IV – VI Remastered, Monster Train 2 PlayStation.Blog
  3. PlayStation Plus Officially Adds 9/10 Open-World Zombie RPG To Library ScreenRant
  4. PS Plus Japan replaces Dead Island 2 with Secret Neighbor in November 2026 lineup eGamers.io
  5. PlayStation Plus Free Games For November 2026 Revealed GameSpot
 
As AI models commoditize, lasting wealth will accrue to those controlling chokepoints like distribution, payment rails, and a stablecoin dollar, not to the labs (The Commanding Heights) - Techmeme Sat, 31 Oct 2026 06:30:01 GMT

The Commanding Heights:
As AI models commoditize, lasting wealth will accrue to those controlling chokepoints like distribution, payment rails, and a stablecoin dollar, not to the labs — Scarce, controllable positions of Economic Power whose holders durably capture the gains of Increasingly Capable and diffused intelligence.
 
Xbox Game Pass: All Games Coming Soon In November 2026 - Pure Xbox - Google Sat, 31 Oct 2026 06:04:20 GMT
  1. Xbox Game Pass: All Games Coming Soon In November 2026 Pure Xbox
  2. Next Week on XBOX: New Games for November 2 to 6 XBOX Wire
  3. First Xbox Game Pass Freebie Of November Is A 2024 Hidden Gem ScreenRant
  4. 5 Must-Play New Xbox Games Coming in November, Including GTA 6 Polygon.com
  5. Xbox Game Pass Confirms Seven November 2026 Additions, None for Xbox One GameLuster
 
First Nintendo Switch 2 emulator for PC is out, and it already boots Mario Kart World - TweakTown - Google Sat, 31 Oct 2026 05:15:04 GMT
  1. First Nintendo Switch 2 emulator for PC is out, and it already boots Mario Kart World TweakTown
  2. Nintendo Switch 2 jailbreak leads to ROMs and game files being dumped TweakTown
  3. One of the first public Switch 2 emulators is already running Mario Kart World shockingly well XDA
  4. New Project Lets Nintendo Switch Games Run Natively on Apple Silicon Macs and iPhones TechPowerUp
  5. Switch 2 Donkey Kong Bananza runs on PC using Eden emulator GameGPU
 
Phantom Blade Zero Draws 700,000+ Steam Players Within 24 Hours of Launch - TechPowerUp - Google Sat, 31 Oct 2026 05:07:55 GMT
  1. Phantom Blade Zero Draws 700,000+ Steam Players Within 24 Hours of Launch TechPowerUp
  2. Phantom Blade Zero Review: Wuxian Wonder Abounds Game Informer
  3. Review: Phantom Blade Zero Excels on PS5 with Great Animation and Visuals at 60fps Digital Foundry
  4. Phantom Blade Zero Gets Off to a Flyer on Steam, Behind Only Counter-Strike 2 as the Most-Played Game IGN
  5. Phantom Blade 0’s 66 Days Mode Is Brilliant GameSpot
 
I kept waking up at 3 a.m. until I discovered this free hidden iPhone feature — now I sleep through the night - Tom's Guide - Google Sat, 31 Oct 2026 05:00:00 GMT
I kept waking up at 3 a.m. until I discovered this free hidden iPhone feature — now I sleep through the night Tom's Guide
 
Wayfair Coupons: Up to 80% Off November 2026 - Wired Sat, 31 Oct 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Get 10% off with Wayfair promo code, up to 80% off furniture, and more top coupons.
 
Samsung mercilessly mocks iPhone Duo ‘crackgate’ in Galaxy Z Fold 8 ads [Video] - 9to5Google - Google Sat, 31 Oct 2026 02:20:00 GMT
  1. Samsung mercilessly mocks iPhone Duo ‘crackgate’ in Galaxy Z Fold 8 ads [Video] 9to5Google
  2. Apple responds to user reports of broken iPhone Duo screens on new foldable phone CNBC
  3. iPhone Duo owners say Apple's new foldable phone broke within hours of purchase CBS News
  4. Samsung Slices at Apple’s iPhone Duo With Its Z Fold 8 Ad CNET
  5. Here’s why the iPhone Duo’s hinge could be cracking the screen The Verge
 
Survivor Series: WarGames Superstore coming to Houston Nov. 27-29 - WWE - Google Sat, 31 Oct 2026 01:09:22 GMT
Survivor Series: WarGames Superstore coming to Houston Nov. 27-29 WWE
 
Once again, NASA is asking for ideas to rescue Hubble from certain death - ArsTechnica Sat, 31 Oct 2026 00:07:22 GMT
The space agency solicited ideas for reboosting Hubble four years ago, but they didn't go anywhere.
 
The AI hardware crunch has reached the humble circuit board - TechSpot Fri, 30 Oct 2026 23:36:00 GMT

While planning their 2027 lineups, executives at HP and Dell have started worrying about whether they'll get enough boards, Nikkei Asia reports. Even with PC shipments possibly sliding again next year, one manager at an American PC maker said the company still can't get enough of them.

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GM’s $220M Payout Shows How Cars Can Secretly Sell Your Driving Data - CNET Fri, 30 Oct 2026 23:14:32 GMT
The automaker must now obtain express consent before collecting or sharing driver data.
 
How much Ultra DNA will the rumored Samsung Galaxy S27 Pro have? - SamMobile - Google Fri, 30 Oct 2026 23:00:00 GMT
  1. How much Ultra DNA will the rumored Samsung Galaxy S27 Pro have? SamMobile
  2. Android Circuit: Galaxy S27 Ultra Design, App Store Fines, Exynos Vs Snapdragon Forbes
  3. Latest Galaxy S27 battery leak suggests Samsung is repeating its old mistakes PhoneArena
  4. The Galaxy S27 Ultra chipset saga continues, here's the latest twist - GSMArena.com news GSMArena.com
  5. Charging technology on the Galaxy S27 series: The standard version maintains 25W, while the Pro and Ultra versions leap to 60W. Vietnam.vn
 
Microsoft killed Android apps on Windows 11, but they’re back in taskbar Search, streamed from your phone - Windows Latest - Google Fri, 30 Oct 2026 22:43:17 GMT
  1. Microsoft killed Android apps on Windows 11, but they’re back in taskbar Search, streamed from your phone Windows Latest
  2. Announcing new builds for 30 October 2026 Windows Blog
  3. Windows 11 tries new shortcuts for Xbox gaming mode and search The Verge
  4. Windows finally gets a built-in internet speed test tool – how to try it ZDNET
  5. New Windows 11 Future Platforms build adds privacy controls for individual apps Neowin
 
Flesh-eating screwworms spread to third state and are attacking pets - ArsTechnica Fri, 30 Oct 2026 22:36:41 GMT
USDA has identified 74 animal cases in US since parasitic flies invaded in June.
 
Apple Intelligence is finally coming to China with iOS 27.3 - The Verge - Google Fri, 30 Oct 2026 22:32:53 GMT
  1. Apple Intelligence is finally coming to China with iOS 27.3 The Verge
  2. Apple confirms iOS 27.3 beta is coming next week with Apple Intelligence in China 9to5Mac
  3. Alibaba partners with Apple to integrate Qwen AI model into Apple Intelligence for Chinese market Anadolu Ajansı
  4. Apple and Alibaba Partner to Integrate Qianwen into Apple Devices GuruFocus
  5. Apple Intelligence Is Headed To China – DTH Daily Tech News Show
 
Village in the Shade Review - RPG Site - Google Fri, 30 Oct 2026 22:28:42 GMT
Village in the Shade Review RPG SiteSee more headlines & perspectives on Google News
 
Oh captain, our captain: Ars staff remembers Patrick Stewart - ArsTechnica Fri, 30 Oct 2026 22:21:05 GMT
"For huge numbers of people, I will always be Jean-Luc Picard. ... We created an admirable individual."
 
Google Pixel Watch 5 Sale: Its Lowest Price Yet (2026) - Wired Fri, 30 Oct 2026 22:15:06 GMT
Google’s latest smartwatch packs great new health and fitness features, and it’s already on sale ahead of Black Friday.
 
Pokemon Happy Meals Land Nov. 10: Gotta Catch ‘Em All - CNET Fri, 30 Oct 2026 22:07:32 GMT
You’ll get two Pokemon cards and one toy with each Happy Meal.
 
Samsung Slices at Apple’s iPhone Duo With Its Z Fold 8 Ad - CNET Fri, 30 Oct 2026 21:58:00 GMT
Samsung’s advertisement features a sliced green apple that rolls right along through the entire Galaxy Z Fold line.
 
Supersonic airliner in doubt as company shifts to powering AI data centers - ArsTechnica Fri, 30 Oct 2026 21:41:54 GMT
Boom’s airliner may be delayed, and its data center power business lost a customer.
 
How a Contractor’s Claude Agent Got Into the Pentagon - Wired Fri, 30 Oct 2026 21:19:26 GMT
This week on Uncanny Valley, we also discuss Anthropic’s IPO filing and the volunteers gearing up to counter ICE at the midterms.
 
This Is What an iPhone Duo’s Crease Looks Like After 139K Folds - CNET Fri, 30 Oct 2026 21:16:49 GMT
After a week of nonstop folding, we briefly turn the iPhone Duo’s display off to check out how the crease looks.
 
Anthropic VS code extension on Cursor backdoored for nearly 12 hours - ArsTechnica Fri, 30 Oct 2026 21:09:54 GMT
It's still unknown how attackers got access to Anthropic's verified Cursor account.
 
Google's cheapest Gemini plan is losing a major perk; now I can't recommend it to anyone - Android Police - Google Fri, 30 Oct 2026 21:00:10 GMT
  1. Google's cheapest Gemini plan is losing a major perk; now I can't recommend it to anyone Android Police
  2. Google Backtracks On Free AI Plan Limits For Unnamed Premium Devices Forbes
  3. Google AI Pro upgrades are turning into a costly headache for some students Android Authority
  4. Google has stopped selling new corporate pricing plan of its artificial intelligence (AI) coding too.. 매일경제
  5. Gemini's free plan just got cut down; is the $20 Pro tier worth it now? Yahoo Tech
 
Dartmouth's provost warned us about AI cheating—but his own AI use cost him his job - ArsTechnica Fri, 30 Oct 2026 20:40:13 GMT
People who love AI don't always love telling others they used it.
 
A Supply Chain Attack Put Malicious Anthropic Claude Extensions on Thousands of Devices - Wired Fri, 30 Oct 2026 20:38:46 GMT
Thanks to a lucky break, flawed code in a tainted Claude extension prevented the attacker from fully worming their way into some 5,000 developer machines.
 
A Supply Chain Attack Put Malicious Anthropic Claude Extensions on Thousands of Devices - WIRED - Google Fri, 30 Oct 2026 20:38:00 GMT
  1. A Supply Chain Attack Put Malicious Anthropic Claude Extensions on Thousands of Devices WIRED
  2. Cursor says up to 5,000 users affected by tampered Claude Code extension Reuters
  3. Inside a malicious Claude Code-branded extension and its persistent SSH backdoor Microsoft
  4. Anthropic hacked to deliver remote access trojan to Claude developer laptops worldwide DoublePulsar
  5. Anthropic VS code extension on Cursor backdoored for nearly 12 hours Ars Technica
 
iOS 27.2 adds two FaceTime features, including a personal favorite - 9to5Mac - Google Fri, 30 Oct 2026 20:22:00 GMT
  1. iOS 27.2 adds two FaceTime features, including a personal favorite 9to5Mac
  2. iPadOS 27.2: Two new features just upgraded your iPad 9to5Mac
  3. 14 New Things Your iPhone Can Do in iOS 27.2 MacRumors
  4. Apple releases iOS and macOS 27.2 with new Siri AI features, new Music logo Ars Technica
  5. iOS 27.2 Brings Two New Features To Apple's CarPlay Engadget
 
Over 25% of people lie to get antibiotics—and their lies aren't even good - ArsTechnica Fri, 30 Oct 2026 20:17:50 GMT
Faked symptoms still point to infections that antibiotics don't treat.
 
What Are Open-Weight AI Models? - CNET Fri, 30 Oct 2026 20:15:01 GMT
Open-weight models let you run an AI chatbot on your own computer, even offline. Here’s how they work and what that means for your privacy.
 
MIT affiliates named 2026 Schmidt Sciences AI2050 Fellows - MIT Fri, 30 Oct 2026 20:15:00 GMT
Five MIT faculty members and two additional alumni are honored with fellowships to advance research on beneficial AI.
 
Still in the Field: The Ruger 10/22 - MeatEater - Google Fri, 30 Oct 2026 20:13:30 GMT
Still in the Field: The Ruger 10/22 MeatEater
 
Basically no one is using AI agents for their DoorDash orders - ArsTechnica Fri, 30 Oct 2026 19:30:52 GMT
But it's still early days for the relatively new e-commerce use case.
 
J-PAL North America launches ARTEMIS to train early-career researchers - MIT Fri, 30 Oct 2026 19:30:00 GMT
The Applied Research Training in Evaluation, Methods, and Impact Studies program provides dedicated support to help researchers overcome barriers to pursue and obtain funding for randomized evaluations.
 
Study pinpoints states with steepest warming trends since 1980 - MIT Fri, 30 Oct 2026 19:15:00 GMT
The findings indicate where adaptive measures are needed most around the United States.
 
Q&A: Hey AI, who should I vote for this year? - MIT Fri, 30 Oct 2026 19:00:00 GMT
MIT professors Adam Berinsky and Chara Podimata discuss a new project to track how AI chatbots are responding to questions about the 2026 U.S. midterm elections.
 
Gears of War: E-Day Reportedly Cost $500 Million to Make, Amid Claims It Has Sold Just 400,000 Copies - IGN - Google Fri, 30 Oct 2026 18:24:00 GMT
  1. Gears of War: E-Day Reportedly Cost $500 Million to Make, Amid Claims It Has Sold Just 400,000 Copies IGN
  2. Xbox CEO Asha Sharma Pointed to Record Minecraft and World of Warcraft Forever Sales, but Circana Sees No Impact From Her Initiatives Wccftech
  3. Xbox's Recent Efforts Haven't Changed Anything And The Future Remains Bleak, Expert Says GameSpot
  4. Gears of War: E-Day Reportedly Sells Over 400K Copies Across Console and PC IGN
  5. A tale of 2 exclusives in the multiplatform era: Wolverine helps sell PS5s, but Gears doesn’t move the needle for Xbox Yahoo Tech
 
Rare meteorite from Mars gives us a view into its ancient crust - ArsTechnica Fri, 30 Oct 2026 18:13:42 GMT
A meteorite found in the Sahara is a rare piece of Mars' ancient crust.
 
The Road To Destiny 2's Future Is Messy But There's Finally Hope - Kotaku - Google Fri, 30 Oct 2026 18:00:08 GMT
  1. The Road To Destiny 2's Future Is Messy But There's Finally Hope Kotaku
  2. ‘Destiny 2’ Unvaulting Timeline Revealed With Menagerie’s Return Forbes
  3. Bungie Announces Timeline & Process For Destiny 2 Content 'Unvaulting', and A Bit About Destiny's Future MMORPG.com
  4. Bungie Ignites Rumors of "Destiny Classic" With Destiny 1 Re-Release Teaser TechPowerUp
  5. Destiny 2 shares a general timeline and list of activities for its unvaulting initiative Massively Overpowered
 
Fujifilm to boost tape production 5x as AI fuels archiving demand - ArsTechnica Fri, 30 Oct 2026 17:38:19 GMT
Low costs and offline security mean magnetic tape still has a job.
 
Fujifilm pours $64 million into magnetic tape production as AI storage demand surges - TechSpot Fri, 30 Oct 2026 17:38:00 GMT

Fujifilm recently announced a significant new investment in its magnetic tape manufacturing operations. The Japanese giant will spend 10 billion yen, or around $64 million, to expand production capacity at its Kanagawa Factory in the city of Odawara. The site manufactures magnetic tapes for data storage workloads, and the IT...

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Pokémon GO Max Monday Schedule (November 2026) - Pokémon GO Hub - Google Fri, 30 Oct 2026 17:34:57 GMT
  1. Pokémon GO Max Monday Schedule (November 2026) Pokémon GO Hub
  2. Pokémon GO Max Mondays for Monday, November 2nd, 2026 Nintendo Wire
  3. Pokémon GO "Dynamax Trails" event runs Nov. 16th to 23rd, 2026 GoNintendo
  4. Pokemon GO Is Bringing Back Popular Legendary OpenCritic
  5. Dynamax Trails: Eternatus Returns Pokémon GO Hub
 
FM27 Free Play : How to install via Xbox Game Pass - Football Manager - Google Fri, 30 Oct 2026 17:29:57 GMT
  1. FM27 Free Play : How to install via Xbox Game Pass Football Manager
  2. Hands on with Football Manager 27: Accomplished new game remedies FM26’s drawbacks - The Athletic The New York Times
  3. Football Manager 27 is free to play until 3 November Football Manager
  4. FM27 free agents: Pogba, Sancho, Sterling among 10 bargains in early access OneFootball
  5. Upcoming Sega Game free to play ahead of launch Notebookcheck
 
‘You Can See Everything’: What Was Billy Evans Watching at 2x? - The New York Times - Google Fri, 30 Oct 2026 17:15:37 GMT
‘You Can See Everything’: What Was Billy Evans Watching at 2x? The New York Times
 
Researchers May Have Discovered the 6th Dwarf Planet - CNET Fri, 30 Oct 2026 17:02:25 GMT
The other five are Pluto, Ceres, Eris, Haumea and Makemake.
 
Inspired by Classic FromSoftware, Queen's Domain Looks a Fascinating PS5 Adventure - Push Square - Google Fri, 30 Oct 2026 17:00:00 GMT
  1. Inspired by Classic FromSoftware, Queen's Domain Looks a Fascinating PS5 Adventure Push Square
  2. Queen’s Domain Releases Today! Some Beginner’s Pro Tips for Success XBOX Wire
  3. Don’t Miss This Great New Action Game Inspired By From Software’s Earliest Series GameSpot
  4. Queen's Domain Weapons Guide | Locations and Evolutions TechRaptor
  5. Ambitious PS5 Action RPG Arrives on PlayStation Store Today PlayStation LifeStyle
 
Thousands of “ghost students” use AI to steal millions in student loans, DOJ says - ArsTechnica Fri, 30 Oct 2026 16:53:49 GMT
Applying for FAFSA may get messy as DOJ “ghost student” crackdown ramps up.
 
Analysis: The Chainstay Length Debate Has Been Resolved (According to Pinkbike Readers) - Pinkbike - Google Fri, 30 Oct 2026 16:53:33 GMT
Analysis: The Chainstay Length Debate Has Been Resolved (According to Pinkbike Readers) Pinkbike
 
Nintendo Showcases Every Switch 1 & 2 Indie World Game In New Infographic - Nintendo Life - Google Fri, 30 Oct 2026 16:45:00 GMT
  1. Nintendo Showcases Every Switch 1 & 2 Indie World Game In New Infographic Nintendo Life
  2. New Indie World Showcase features cozy and chaotic fun for Nintendo Switch 2 and Nintendo Switch Nintendo
  3. This Week in Games - Do They Know its Halloween? Anime News Network
  4. Three Xbox Game Pass Release Dates Revealed At October's Nintendo Indie World Showcase Pure Xbox
  5. Here’s all 23 games shown during Nintendo’s latest Indie World presentation Video Games Chronicle
 
Ex-BioWare Devs Released A 40-Minute Gameplay Video Of Exodus And Yeah, That's A Mass Effect Spiritual Successor Alright - Kotaku - Google Fri, 30 Oct 2026 16:30:50 GMT
  1. Ex-BioWare Devs Released A 40-Minute Gameplay Video Of Exodus And Yeah, That's A Mass Effect Spiritual Successor Alright Kotaku
  2. Mass Effect spiritual successor drops 40 mins of gameplay footage as 'Save Mass Effect' campaign hits new milestone GAMINGbible
  3. Mass Effect spiritual successor Exodus gets a 40 minute gameplay trailer including a fight with a talking bear GameSpew
  4. Exodus shows us a full 40 minutes of gameplay in new trailer Gamesurf
  5. Mass Effect's Spiritual Successor EXODUS Gets 40 Minutes of Gameplay Footage Mezha
 
Pokémon TCG: Mega Evolution—Delta Reign Mega Rayquaza ex Card Preview - Pokemon.com - Google Fri, 30 Oct 2026 16:30:25 GMT
  1. Pokémon TCG: Mega Evolution—Delta Reign Mega Rayquaza ex Card Preview Pokemon.com
  2. Pokémon TCG Delta Reign Booster Bundle preorders are 25% off at Amazon — save nearly $20 ahead of launch Mashable
  3. Pokémon Is Officially Returning To Hoenn On November 6 OpenCritic
  4. Pokémon Brings Back Kyogre, Groudon & Giratina With New November 6 Releases Comic Book Resources
 
A University of Kentucky employee asked to be exempted from using AI for his 'religious' beliefs - TechSpot Fri, 30 Oct 2026 16:24:00 GMT

David Durman might be the first employee to receive a special exemption from using AI tools on religious grounds. The 45-year-old research administrator at the University of Kentucky identifies as a humanist, a belief system that apparently requires him to avoid AI-based workflows. Durman's job doesn't require AI either, which...

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Analysts find looming launch crisis is "more severe" than anticipated - ArsTechnica Fri, 30 Oct 2026 16:12:59 GMT
There's no evidence that Starship will launch traditional satellites, either.
 
Woot’s Early Black Friday Sale Features Some Incredible Video Game Deals - IGN - Google Fri, 30 Oct 2026 16:00:18 GMT
  1. Woot’s Early Black Friday Sale Features Some Incredible Video Game Deals IGN
  2. Best Nintendo deal: Save $90 on Nintendo Switch 2 Choose Your Game bundle Mashable
  3. The Legend of Zelda Edition Nintendo Switch Pro Controller Drops to $55.99 Ahead of Black Friday IGN
  4. Nintendo UK is selling a Switch 2 bundle including Mario Kart World, a camera and a MicroSD card for £134 off Video Games Chronicle
  5. Steam Deck Price Hike: Is $549+ Still Worth It? [2026] https://tech-insider.org/
 
People Are Creating ‘Survival Guides’ to Cope With the ‘AO3 Apocalypse’ - Wired Fri, 30 Oct 2026 15:57:35 GMT
The fanfic site could be down for weeks due to a “security incident.” Users are not taking it well.
 
Actor Patrick Stewart dies at 86, legendary star of Star Trek and X-Men - TechSpot Fri, 30 Oct 2026 15:40:00 GMT

After his longtime spokesperson, Kelly Bush Novak, formally announced his passing, tributes poured in from around the world. Fans and former colleagues recalled his iconic roles and marveled at how easily he moved between commercial cinema and classical Shakespearean theater.

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Microsoft Edge gets up to 33% faster launches on Windows 11 - TechSpot Fri, 30 Oct 2026 15:27:00 GMT
Microsoft has made Edge quicker to launch, with startup times improving by 15% on average and up to 33% during heavy multitasking. The optimization lets Windows communicate directly with Edge when the browser is already running, cutting unnecessary overhead. It's a welcome performance boost for a browser that continues to compete with Chrome.
 
Bose’s Hottest Product Is Briefly Back in Stock - CNET Fri, 30 Oct 2026 15:25:56 GMT
Bose’s $99 Noise Canceling Wired Earbuds have been hard to get after earning a CNET Editors’ Choice award.
 
Don’t Buy ‘Marathon’ As A ‘Donation’ For ‘Destiny’ Content, Says Bungie - Forbes - Google Fri, 30 Oct 2026 15:19:24 GMT
  1. Don’t Buy ‘Marathon’ As A ‘Donation’ For ‘Destiny’ Content, Says Bungie Forbes
  2. "Don't buy Marathon as a donation," Bungie boss says as players worry Destiny 2's fate hinges on it Yahoo Tech
  3. Bungie under pressure: The future depends on Marathon PlayFront
  4. Bungie urges players not to buy Marathon just to support Destiny 2 iXBT.games
  5. Bungie Says Players Shouldn’t Buy Marathon as a Donation Mezha.net
 
EA Reportedly Closed BioWare To Invest In Developing Star Wars Battlefront III Instead Of The Next Mass Effect - Game Informer - Google Fri, 30 Oct 2026 15:19:00 GMT
  1. EA Reportedly Closed BioWare To Invest In Developing Star Wars Battlefront III Instead Of The Next Mass Effect Game Informer
  2. BioWare Co-Founder Greg Zeschuk Says Studio Was Killed by Executives Who Have Never "Made a Game” 80 Level
  3. Why Electronic Arts Shut Down BioWare And Cancelled ‘Mass Effect’ Bloomberg.com
  4. EA reportedly chose Star Wars Battlefront 3 over Mass Effect, killing BioWare’s final game in the process Windows Central
  5. EA reportedly canceled Mass Effect and shut down BioWare to prioritize a new Star Wars: Battlefront TweakTown
 
‘Largest Crypto Hack in History’: Binance Loses More Than $6B - CNET Fri, 30 Oct 2026 15:04:38 GMT
It’s a bad week to own crypto.
 
I Spent 30 Minutes With Apple’s CEO. Now I Know Why John Ternus Got the Job - Wired Fri, 30 Oct 2026 15:00:00 GMT
Apple doesn’t need fixing, and it doesn’t want drama. Its new leader is a “product guy” who bleeds six colors.
 
Celebrate Warhammer Day with some suitably scary miniatures - Warhammer Community - Google Fri, 30 Oct 2026 14:58:52 GMT
  1. Celebrate Warhammer Day with some suitably scary miniatures Warhammer Community
  2. It’s Warhammer Day! Join in the celebrations Warhammer Community
  3. Celebrate Warhammer Day on the 31st of October with these 20 Warhammer 40K-themed products — the best Space Marine gear this side of the Warp Tom's Hardware
  4. Celebrate Warhammer day with up to 93% off its best licensed videogames Wargamer
  5. Warhammer Day: Tons Of New Official Video Games & Merch Revealed! Bell of Lost Souls
 
Binance loses $6.3 billion in largest crypto heist ever - TechSpot Fri, 30 Oct 2026 14:36:00 GMT

Blockchain intelligence firm TRM Labs puts the haul at approximately $6.36 billion, taken from Binance wallets across ten blockchains on October 29. Most of the money was moved in about 20 minutes. The firm attributes the attack to TraderTraitor, a North Korean hacking unit, with high confidence.

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Woman Develops Impressive Side Hobby After a Simple Art Project Takes an Unexpected Turn (Exclusive) - Yahoo Lifestyle Canada - Google Fri, 30 Oct 2026 14:00:00 GMT
Woman Develops Impressive Side Hobby After a Simple Art Project Takes an Unexpected Turn (Exclusive) Yahoo Lifestyle Canada
 
GM to pay $220 million after selling customer Smart Driver data - ArsTechnica Fri, 30 Oct 2026 13:53:20 GMT
Owners of GM cars found their driving data had been sold to insurance companies.
 
Hackers steal $6.3 billion from Binance in record crypto heist - ArsTechnica Fri, 30 Oct 2026 13:46:39 GMT
Binance scrambles to freeze billions after record-breaking hack linked to North Korea.
 
Amazon Goes Into CPU Clearance Mode, Slashing the AMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D to an All-Time Low (8-Core, 16-Thread) - Kotaku - Google Fri, 30 Oct 2026 13:45:24 GMT
  1. Amazon Goes Into CPU Clearance Mode, Slashing the AMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D to an All-Time Low (8-Core, 16-Thread) Kotaku
  2. G.SKILL and Newegg Offer Limited-Time AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D Combo Deals Featuring AMD EXPO ULL DDR5 Memory TechPowerUp
  3. Save $234 on 32GB of DDR5 RAM with this four-item AM5 Newegg bundle — score G.SKill Trident Z5 NeoX RAM, the venerable Ryzen 7 9800X3D processor, Gigabyte X870E Aorus Elite Wifi7 motherboard, and a free 240mm AIO for only $1,069 Tom's Hardware
  4. Build the best gaming PC with this 9850X3D and MSI X870E bundle, currently at its lowest price in 3 months PC Guide
  5. This Skytech gaming PC with an RTX 5070 Ti, 9800X3D, and 32GB for $2,430 at Walmart ticks all the boxes TweakTown
 
Anthropic manager stops coding interviews because Claude beats most candidates - TechSpot Fri, 30 Oct 2026 13:41:00 GMT

That manager is Felix Rieseberg. He's led engineering on Claude.ai and the Claude Code desktop app, among other things. Earlier this week, he posted on X that the coding interview no longer tells him anything useful. So he pulled it from his team's hiring loops this month.

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Mattress Deals: Save Over $600 Before Black Friday 2026 - Wired Fri, 30 Oct 2026 13:34:00 GMT
Even though Black Friday isn’t for a few more weeks, we’ve found early discounts on our favorite WIRED-tested mattresses and sleep accessories.
 
Deal of the Day: Apple’s Newest AirTags at their Lowest Price Ever - WSJ - Google Fri, 30 Oct 2026 13:30:06 GMT
  1. Deal of the Day: Apple’s Newest AirTags at their Lowest Price Ever WSJ
  2. Amazon's AirTag 2 deal drops the 4-pack to record-low $69.99 AppleInsider
  3. Deals: 4-Pack of AirTags 2 for $69 OS X Daily
  4. Best Apple deal: Save $29 on Apple AirTag 4-pack (2nd Gen) Mashable
  5. Don’t wait for Black Friday: This AirTag bundle deal is as good as it gets Macworld
 
Did Apple and Amazon just save the smart display? - The Verge - Google Fri, 30 Oct 2026 13:00:00 GMT
  1. Did Apple and Amazon just save the smart display? The Verge
  2. Amazon introduces Echo Time, a smarter way to start and end your day About Amazon
  3. Amazon unveils new lineup of Alexa devices including redesigned Echo Show Reuters
  4. I just tried Amazon’s Alexa Photo Frame, and it could be the perfect splurge gift CNN
  5. Amazon debuts the Alexa Photo Frame and Echo Time smart clock, plus other upgraded devices TechCrunch
 
Elon Musk's SpaceXSI offers to buy hundreds of homes near its data centers, as long as owners don't sue - TechSpot Fri, 30 Oct 2026 12:58:00 GMT

Real estate agents have been going door to door in the Colonial Hills neighborhood of Southaven, Mississippi, on behalf of the tech giant, offering to buy residents' homes if they don't join the ongoing lawsuit, writes The Guardian.

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The Elder Scrolls 6 is reportedly titled "Sentinel," and a reveal might come soon - TechSpot Fri, 30 Oct 2026 12:16:00 GMT

Sources familiar with Bethesda's inner workings have informed The Verge that The Elder Scrolls VI will be subtitled "Sentinel," and that Microsoft will reveal the title next month. The game may still be years away, and Microsoft is reportedly considering an Xbox-exclusive launch.

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2027 Nissan Rogue Hybrid: Drives like an EV, but there's no plug involved - ArsTechnica Fri, 30 Oct 2026 12:00:18 GMT
Nissan’s series hybrid e-Power system has been retuned for American roads.
 
Using AI to Vibe Code Your TV Is Stupid - CNET Fri, 30 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMT
No one likes clunky TV interfaces or their activity being tracked, but using AI isn’t how to avoid it. There’s an easier way.
 
The $6.3 Billion Binance Hack Was Pulled Off in Just 20 Minutes - Wired Fri, 30 Oct 2026 11:36:52 GMT
Multiple crypto-tracing firms say notorious North Korean hackers TraderTraitor may be behind the largest digital heist in history—with billions of crypto likely gone for good.
 
Review: You Can See Everything blurs the view of Elizabeth Holmes' deceit - ArsTechnica Fri, 30 Oct 2026 11:30:01 GMT
Disgraced founder of Theranos has some people falling for her act all over again.
 
Flock can't seem to take no for an answer, as its cameras reappear in another city that rejected them - TechSpot Fri, 30 Oct 2026 11:15:00 GMT

The surveillance giant's latest PR disaster took place in Dayton, Minnesota, reports The Drive. The city's local government posted on Facebook that the Police Department was made aware of a maintenance work order produced by Flock on September 17, 2026.

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Rocket Report: Winter is coming for Themis; Cowboy Space adds iron to the fire - ArsTechnica Fri, 30 Oct 2026 11:00:35 GMT
It's been a good week for ULA, with big NASA contract, Vulcan nearing return-to-flight.
 
This App Brutally Shames You by Tracking How Many Hours You’ve Lost to Scrolling - Wired Fri, 30 Oct 2026 11:00:00 GMT
The iOS app Oh My Hours takes a new approach to curbing screen time. It splits up your day into hour-long blocks, then shows which ones you wasted on Instagram and TikTok.
 
Bethesda reportedly revealing The Elder Scrolls 6 next month, and we may know what its subtitle is going to be - Eurogamer.net - Google Fri, 30 Oct 2026 10:52:39 GMT
  1. Bethesda reportedly revealing The Elder Scrolls 6 next month, and we may know what its subtitle is going to be Eurogamer.net
  2. The Elder Scrolls VI Reportedly Titled Sentinel, Set in Hammerfell TechPowerUp
  3. Report: The Elder Scrolls 6 Gets Named Ahead Of Xbox Announcement, Plus Extra Details Pure Xbox
  4. Elder Scrolls 6 2027 launch seemingly locked-in as development update gets uncovered GAMINGbible
  5. The Elder Scrolls 6 Gets Official Teaser From Bethesda IMDb
 
Elon Musk’s Ties to Texas Republicans Go Much Deeper Than the Midterms - Wired Fri, 30 Oct 2026 10:45:00 GMT
As Election Day approaches, the billionaire’s longstanding relationships with GOP leaders in Texas are under scrutiny.
 
Male Insecurity Over Penis Size Is a Booming Business - Wired Fri, 30 Oct 2026 10:30:00 GMT
Manhood, a new documentary about “girth enhancement,” explores how wellness professionals are encouraging men to undergo increasingly extreme procedures to be sexually desirable.
 
The Best Handheld Translators for Work and Travel (2026) - Wired Fri, 30 Oct 2026 10:30:00 GMT
Your cell phone can handle basic language translation, but dedicated translator devices can offer a much more immersive, versatile experience.
 
It Sure Looks Like the Department of Education Is Promoting a Right-Wing ‘Harry Potter’ Meme - Wired Fri, 30 Oct 2026 10:15:00 GMT
The meme appeared to reference gender-swapping “Malfoid” fan fiction, a term with incel roots. When asked about it, the DOE responded by quoting Dumbledore.
 
Razer Blade 18 Laptop Review: RTX 5090 Power in a Slim, Quiet Package - TechSpot Fri, 30 Oct 2026 10:08:00 GMT
The Razer Blade 18 packs an RTX 5090, a stunning 240Hz/440Hz display, and serious gaming power into a surprisingly sleek chassis. But can its premium design justify the eye-watering price?
 
Samsung S95H OLED TV Review (2026) - Wired Fri, 30 Oct 2026 10:00:00 GMT
It performs great, with rich texture and high brightness, but faces new competition when it comes to color dominance.
 
Crematoria Are Being Used to Heat Homes and Swimming Pools - Wired Fri, 30 Oct 2026 10:00:00 GMT
European countries are leading the way harvesting heat that would otherwise be wasted as green death practices become more common.
 
Gift Ideas for Friends (2026): Wellness Tech, Kitchen Essentials - Wired Fri, 30 Oct 2026 09:33:00 GMT
These are the WIRED-tested gadgets, kitchen tools, and cozy comforts I’d actually buy for my own inner circle.
 
A 65-inch LG C6 OLED TV for $1,399 from Amazon is the perfect living room upgrade for a winter of gaming - TweakTown - Google Fri, 30 Oct 2026 09:23:10 GMT
  1. A 65-inch LG C6 OLED TV for $1,399 from Amazon is the perfect living room upgrade for a winter of gaming TweakTown
  2. Save $1,400 Off the Ultra Premium 2026 LG G6 Gallery Series 4K OLED TV and Score Some Great Freebies IGN
  3. These are the best TVs to buy this holiday season at every budget TechCity
  4. Save $1,000 on an LG 55-inch OLED TV — get a huge early Black Friday discount this weekend Mashable
  5. Deal | Flagship LG G5 OLED TV with blinding brightness drops to lowest Amazon sale price yet Notebookcheck
 
Hellraiser’s Gory Eroticism and 4 More Terrifying Games for Halloween - The New York Times - Google Fri, 30 Oct 2026 09:01:41 GMT
  1. Hellraiser’s Gory Eroticism and 4 More Terrifying Games for Halloween The New York Times
  2. The Top 10 Best Horror Games To Play This Halloween Game Informer
  3. Eight great new indie horror games for Halloween The Guardian
  4. Happy Halloween! Who Do You Think Are Gaming's Scariest and Most Memorable Monsters? Time Extension
  5. 10 Indie Games Perfect for Halloween IMDb
 
The Best Leaf Blower We’ve Tested Is Ready for Halloween - Wired Fri, 30 Oct 2026 09:01:00 GMT
Our top Ego pick is discounted, and our resident leaf blower expert demonstrates how to make a TP cannon.
 
The Iran War’s Impact on Oil Is Hitting Key Senate Races Hard - Wired Fri, 30 Oct 2026 09:00:00 GMT
Democrats are using the high price of diesel, heating oil, and fertilizer to tie Republicans to President Donald Trump’s unpopular, costly war in Iran.
 
How video game remakes tap the power of nostalgia - BBC - Google Fri, 30 Oct 2026 07:45:00 GMT
  1. How video game remakes tap the power of nostalgia BBC
  2. Remake Fatigue? Not in Gaming. The University Times
 
‘Armored Core VI’ Is Getting A Pile Bunker Ballpoint Pen - Forbes - Google Fri, 30 Oct 2026 07:00:30 GMT
‘Armored Core VI’ Is Getting A Pile Bunker Ballpoint Pen Forbes
 
MIT engineers create nanoparticles for delivering personalized cancer vaccines - MIT Fri, 30 Oct 2026 04:30:00 GMT
The particles carry a customized dose of cancer antigens that can provoke a strong immune response against tumors.
 
Attack on Titan 3: The Final Preview - IGN - Google Fri, 30 Oct 2026 01:00:00 GMT
  1. Attack on Titan 3: The Final Preview IGN
  2. A.O.T. 3 Interview: Sorry, But There's A Reason You Can't Kiss Mikasa IMDb
  3. A.O.T. 3 Preview: The Titans Are Back And More Brutal Than Ever DualShockers
  4. Hideo Suzuki Tells Us What to Expect From the Attack on Titan 3 Game Crunchyroll
  5. Attack on Titan 3 Opens Switch 2 Pre-Orders Ahead of December 10 Launch MonsterVine
 
Here’s Why You’re About to See More Ads in Google’s AI Overviews - CNET Fri, 30 Oct 2026 00:43:22 GMT
With Google now injecting “sponsored” links directly into AI follow-up queries, traffic to online publishers will suffer even more.
 
Remember Patrick Stewart by Streaming Star Trek, X-Men and Other Genre-Defining Roles - CNET Fri, 30 Oct 2026 00:36:58 GMT
Celebrate the life of Patrick Stewart through his iconic roles in TV and movies.
 
The AI buildout's carbon bill could undo 15 years of power sector emissions cuts - TechSpot Fri, 30 Oct 2026 00:26:00 GMT

In a report obtained by Bloomberg, the environmental nonprofit Sierra Club estimates that planned US AI data centers would add 618 million metric tons to the power sector's carbon emissions between 2025 and 2030, a 42% increase. The figure would effectively reverse 15 years of greenhouse gas reductions from electricity generation.

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The Massive DHS Breach Is Hacktivist Payback for Government Surveillance - CNET Thu, 29 Oct 2026 23:40:54 GMT
The personal information of more than 41,000 Department of Homeland Security employees was exposed by a hacker group.
 
Reddit is moving to “a logged-in-only experience,” CEO says - ArsTechnica Thu, 29 Oct 2026 21:47:57 GMT
Reddit's search traffic "was down meaningfully" last quarter.
 
Patrick Stewart, Who Gracefully Steered Star Trek Into Its Next Generation, Dies at 86 - CNET Thu, 29 Oct 2026 21:45:26 GMT
“Captain Picard stood for the best of us,” wrote William Shatner, who played Captain James T. Kirk.
 
What to Know About China’s Top-Secret Spaceplane - Wired Thu, 29 Oct 2026 20:45:36 GMT
This week, the Pentagon released a full-resolution image of the vehicle, the capabilities of which remain rather mysterious.
 
Nvidia Finds Itself at the Center of an AI Spy Saga - CNET Thu, 29 Oct 2026 20:40:40 GMT
CEO Jensen Huang may have been the target of Chinese espionage activity, The New York Times reports.
 
AO3 Suffers Major Outage: Possibly No Fanfic for 2 Weeks or Longer - CNET Thu, 29 Oct 2026 20:25:58 GMT
Archive of Our Own, one of the world’s biggest fanfiction sites, went down hard as a response to a “security incident.”
 
Underwater data centers are heading for waters that endangered whales call home - TechSpot Thu, 29 Oct 2026 20:15:00 GMT

Earlier this year, DeepGreen Holdings filed a preliminary permit application with the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC). The company is seeking to develop two data center projects designed to take advantage of underwater environments, but the proposed locations overlap with habitats of two endangered whale populations. Local communities have also...

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Polymarket Halted International Trading After Hackers Drained Accounts - Wired Thu, 29 Oct 2026 19:51:56 GMT
The company says an unnamed third-party provider was compromised. Trading has resumed, and Polymarket says affected traders will be made whole.
 
Nothing Headphones Sale: Stylish and Up to 41% Off - Wired Thu, 29 Oct 2026 19:41:36 GMT
Some of the brand’s best styles, including the Nothing Headphone (1) and CMF Headphone Pro, are at the lowest prices I’ve ever seen ahead of Black Friday.
 
Gamers hunting for PS5 emulators on GitHub are downloading malware instead - TechSpot Thu, 29 Oct 2026 19:10:00 GMT

A cleanup script deletes the malware's own files, making the intrusion harder for the PC's owner to detect. NordVPN's Threat Intelligence team discovered malicious repositories posing as the KyttyPS5 and AnyPS5 emulators. Their pages mimic legitimate emulation projects, giving users the impression that they are downloading gaming software. NordVPN warns...

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A Defense Contractor Gave Their Personal AI Agent Access to a Secure Pentagon System - Wired Thu, 29 Oct 2026 18:39:43 GMT
Sources tell WIRED that an Accenture employee’s personal Claude agent ran on a DOD network for two months before it was identified and the vulnerability could be patched.
 
SK Hynix expects memory chip shortage to persist until at least 2030 - TechSpot Thu, 29 Oct 2026 18:27:00 GMT

SK Hynix recently published its financial results for the third quarter of 2026. Beyond the rosy numbers fueled by surging demand for memory chips, the South Korean semiconductor manufacturer also outlined where it expects the market to go over the next few years. Big spoiler: demand for AI-related products isn't...

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The GTX 750 Ti is back with 8GB of memory, and it can still barely run Cyberpunk - TechSpot Thu, 29 Oct 2026 17:45:00 GMT

UK YouTuber RandomGaminginHD picked one up from the little-known brand Xynsviu for around £160. That's more than the $149 Nvidia originally charged for the card. In the US, the same model was listed on the brand's eBay storefront for $189.

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Go Minimal—the Ridge Wallet is 20 Percent Off Right Now - Wired Thu, 29 Oct 2026 17:41:36 GMT
The popular Ridge Wallet lives up to the hype and is on sale, along with other Ridge gear. Plus, you can try it risk-free for 99 days.
 
Next Haunt: A scary “problem set” in the basement of Next House - MIT Thu, 29 Oct 2026 15:55:00 GMT
For more than a decade, MIT students have turned Next House’s basement into a spooky escape-room style test of puzzles, teamwork, and ingenuity.
 
HP and Asus are moving PC production back to China as soaring component costs force a rethink - TechSpot Thu, 29 Oct 2026 15:08:00 GMT

According to Nikkei Asia, American PC giant HP and Taiwanese consumer electronics firm Asus have already moved some of their manufacturing operations back to China. Another leading PC OEM, Dell, is also said to be evaluating whether to follow suit and shift some of its PC production back to the...

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Free Play Days – WUCHANG: Fallen Feathers, Dead by Daylight, Darkwood, Spirittea, and EVERSPACE 2 - XBOX Wire - Google Thu, 29 Oct 2026 15:01:28 GMT
  1. Free Play Days – WUCHANG: Fallen Feathers, Dead by Daylight, Darkwood, Spirittea, and EVERSPACE 2 XBOX Wire
  2. Free Play Days: Try These Xbox Games For Free (October 29 - November 1) Pure Xbox
  3. Xbox Free Play Days Has Five Games To Try This Weekend, Including Dead by Daylight Xbox Achievements
  4. Xbox Game Pass Officially Makes 6 Hit Games Completely Free Until November 1 IMDb
  5. All Xbox owners get a free horror gaming treat to play for Halloween, with no Xbox Game Pass required and no tricks T3
 
The ‘Pain in the Ass’ Math That Could Save Vibe Coding From Itself - Wired Thu, 29 Oct 2026 15:00:00 GMT
A new startup called &Truth is joining the race to automate formal verification, a painstaking process that uses math to prove software works as intended.
 
From Software Delays Its Switch 2 Exclusive, The Duskbloods - GameSpot - Google Thu, 29 Oct 2026 14:36:33 GMT
  1. From Software Delays Its Switch 2 Exclusive, The Duskbloods GameSpot
  2. FromSoftware’s The Duskbloods Delayed to 2027 Crunchyroll
  3. FromSoftware Delays The Duskbloods to 2027 for Final Balancing TechPowerUp
  4. The Duskbloods pushed back to 2027 My Nintendo News
  5. 'Elden Ring' Creators' Next Fantasy Game Officially Delayed to 2027 Collider
 
The Commodore 64C returns, complete with original 1980s molds and modern hardware - TechSpot Thu, 29 Oct 2026 14:31:00 GMT

Now, the 64C is back as a brand-new computer. The revived Commodore started shipping its 64C Ultimate to pre-order customers this week. Anyone who skipped the campaign can order one as well, starting at $299.99.

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Mistral Says Its AI Model ‘Le Chonk’ Has Leapfrogged China in the Open-Weight Race - Wired Thu, 29 Oct 2026 14:00:00 GMT
The French AI lab claims its latest release matches or outperforms even the best models from DeepSeek and Z.ai in coding and cybersecurity.
 
Hackers leak details of 41,000 Homeland Security employees, exposing undercover operations and surveillance tools - TechSpot Thu, 29 Oct 2026 13:42:00 GMT

The transparency nonprofit Distributed Denial of Secrets published the archive, which it calls "Icepick," on Wednesday. It spans DHS and seven of its component agencies, including Immigration and Customs Enforcement and US Customs and Border Protection.

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Petkit Automatic Cat Litter Box Sale (2026) - Wired Thu, 29 Oct 2026 13:41:26 GMT
As WIRED’s resident pet tech tester, I have lots of opinions on what’s worth your money. Petkit’s automatic litter boxes are my top picks—and my favorite models are $100 off right now.
 
Microsoft spent $6.5 billion less than expected on AI infrastructure, but it wasn't by choice - TechSpot Thu, 29 Oct 2026 13:17:00 GMT

Microsoft spent $45.2 billion on capital expenditures, including finance leases, in the September quarter, compared with the $51.7 billion expected by analysts cited by the Financial Times. That's still around 30% more than a year earlier, illustrating just how expensive the AI infrastructure race has become.

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Valve won't ban AI games from Steam despite growing complaints and extortion threats - TechSpot Thu, 29 Oct 2026 12:46:00 GMT

Although Valve forces developers to disclose how they use generative AI in making their games, the company refuses to ban the technology's use outright from Steam. Valve also recently recommended that indie developers concerned about AI clones strive to make their original games better through constant updates and community building.

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Alphabet shares plunge over 10% as Google's AI search struggles to make money - TechSpot Thu, 29 Oct 2026 12:03:00 GMT

Alphabet reported quarterly revenue of $127.6 billion, up 25% year over year, but earnings of $2.12 per share missed expectations of around $3.01. Its net income fell to $26.2 billion, though an $8.7 billion loss on equity investments contributed to the decline.

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Amazon tells engineers to stop tokenmaxxing and judge AI tools by what they ship - TechSpot Thu, 29 Oct 2026 11:15:00 GMT

Amazon is not abandoning usage data. It is asking managers to examine those figures alongside other indicators.

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‘Escape From Tarkov’ Halloween Event Brings Zombies Back To Tarkov - Forbes - Google Thu, 29 Oct 2026 11:10:41 GMT
  1. ‘Escape From Tarkov’ Halloween Event Brings Zombies Back To Tarkov Forbes
  2. Halloween arrives to Escape from Tarkov and Escape from Tarkov: Arena Massively Overpowered
  3. Nikita Buyanov “worked 24/7” for this: autumn arrives in Escape from Tarkov and the Halloween event begins iXBT.games
  4. ‘Escape From Tarkov’ Developers Tease Standalone Tarkov Zombie Game Yahoo Tech
  5. Guide to Halloween: First Results quest in Tarkov. Where to get Model 8230 CS gas grenade and blood samples for Therapist barter in zombie event escorenews.com
 
The Kindle Accessories I Never Want to Read Without (2026) - Wired Thu, 29 Oct 2026 11:03:00 GMT
Looking to better protect your Kindle or add a little personality to your favorite e-reader? From cases and covers to page-turners and stickers, this is the guide for you.
 
An AI Breakthrough Has Made Decades of Computer Science Research ‘Irrelevant’ - Wired Thu, 29 Oct 2026 10:45:00 GMT
Anthropic and OpenAI say they’ve disproved a key tenet of computer science. Researchers are struggling with the fall but also feel like “overexcited bunnies” as they look at new questions to explore.
 
Hisense UR8 RGB MiniLED TV: Midrange Quality, Upscale Color Accuracy - Wired Thu, 29 Oct 2026 10:30:00 GMT
The Hisense UR8 RGB MiniLED is more affordable than competitors and offers exceptional color accuracy, but is otherwise just OK.
 
A Hacker Targeted High-Stakes Poker Players With Malware That Exposed Their Cards - Wired Thu, 29 Oct 2026 10:30:00 GMT
Illicit software on the computers of some of the world’s best online poker players allowed the accused cheater to see what cards were in the victims’ hands—and trounce them at the tables.
 
Americans are losing enthusiasm for their jobs, with AI and remote workers at the center of the decline - TechSpot Thu, 29 Oct 2026 10:17:00 GMT

Gallup began tracking employee engagement in 2000, when 26% of employees in the US said they were engaged. That figure stayed steady between 26% and 30% through 2013, then climbed to a peak of 36% in 2020.

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I Did Push-Ups With Snap’s Chunky AR Glasses - Wired Thu, 29 Oct 2026 10:15:00 GMT
They fit better than they look and stay put when you move, but Snap’s $2,195 Specs still feel like a developer prototype in search of a purpose.
 
Reencle Essential Review: Same Scraps, Lower Price - Wired Thu, 29 Oct 2026 10:00:00 GMT
Reencle has made your favorite kitchen composter cheaper—with a few compromises.
 
I Gave My Blood to the AI Death Clock - Wired Thu, 29 Oct 2026 10:00:00 GMT
Death Clock promises to predict when you’re going to die and help you extend your time on Earth. After a month, I felt like it was sucking the life out of me.
 
Magnetic sensors track muscle movement, for better prosthetic limb control - MIT Thu, 29 Oct 2026 10:00:00 GMT
Researchers hope to use these sensors to help people with amputation achieve more natural movements with their prosthetic limbs.
 
Law Firm Linked to Elon Musk Started an ‘Election Integrity’ Organization - Wired Thu, 29 Oct 2026 09:45:00 GMT
The firm that helped set up Elon Musk’s America PAC is behind the new group, which will work with election officials to pursue policies aligned with Donald Trump’s false election fraud claims.
 
Liquid Glass Finally Makes Sense on the iPhone Duo - Wired Thu, 29 Oct 2026 09:30:00 GMT
Liquid Glass was a divisive redesign. But with a radically different iPhone, the pieces are finally falling into place.
 
Astronomers Discover a Possible New Dwarf Planet in Our Solar System - Wired Thu, 29 Oct 2026 09:00:00 GMT
Lying beyond Pluto, 2026 ED138 could be as large as 1,500 kilometers in diameter. Astronomers are still working to confirm whether it meets the criteria for a dwarf planet.
 
Receive a Spewpa That Can Evolve into a Random Vivillon Pattern in Pokémon Legends: Z‑A - Pokemon.com - Google Thu, 29 Oct 2026 06:10:24 GMT
  1. Receive a Spewpa That Can Evolve into a Random Vivillon Pattern in Pokémon Legends: Z‑A Pokemon.com
  2. Pokémon Legends: Z-A – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition + Mega Dimension Now Available Pokemon.com
  3. 'Pokémon' Officially Brings Back Long-Lost Rare Monster After 10 Years Polygon.com
  4. A Rare Pokémon Is Being Distributed Again For The First Time In A Decade, But There's A Catch [Update: The Goal's Been Met] Kotaku
  5. Pokemon Legends: Z-A Vivillon Challenge Has Poke Ball Pattern Reward Siliconera
 
Norton Coupon Codes: Up to 58% Off - Wired Thu, 29 Oct 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Whether you’re looking to protect your small business or your personal computer, we have the top coupons and deals to help you save at Norton.
 
Loop Earplugs Discount Codes: 40% Off - Wired Thu, 29 Oct 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Save on Loop Earplugs, including Quiet 2 and popular gift sets for improved sleep, focus, and comfort.
 
Hungryroot Coupon Codes: 30% Off This November 2026 - Wired Thu, 29 Oct 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Get up to 30% off your first order and free gifts using a Hungryroot promo code today. Discover our best coupons and discounts to let you save on your healthy groceries as a new or returning customer.
 
New system gives users more control over their online experience - MIT Thu, 29 Oct 2026 04:00:00 GMT
The Social.Wiki framework enables anyone to easily edit social websites within the system, while allowing them to choose the content they see.
 
Grand Theft Auto VI exclusive – The state that never sleeps - GamesRadar+ - Google Thu, 29 Oct 2026 00:01:00 GMT
  1. Grand Theft Auto VI exclusive – The state that never sleeps GamesRadar+
  2. GTA 6 developer says 'you can have your life in the game' as Rockstar outlines roleplay depth TweakTown
  3. GTA 6 Developers Say They Are Still Discovering New Locations in the Game IGN
  4. GTA 6’s Attention To Detail Is Getting A Little Ridiculous GameSpot
  5. Rockstar had to up its game for GTA 6 – GTA 5's realism was already "showing its age" when it launched 13 years ago Yahoo Tech
 
Capturing the complete process of embryonic development - MIT Wed, 28 Oct 2026 20:30:00 GMT
By tracking over 1 million cells, researchers created a detailed map of embryonic development in mice. It could provide development and disease insights.
 
Check Point is turning network firewalls into cloud-based subscriptions - TechSpot Wed, 28 Oct 2026 19:36:00 GMT

Check Point recently introduced its new Firewall-as-a-Subscription offering, giving organizations access to comprehensive network protection designed for the AI era. The Israeli cybersecurity company says customers no longer need to purchase expensive hardware appliances before getting started with the new platform. However, they'll be locked into monthly or annual payments...

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Seven MIT affiliates elected to the National Academy of Medicine for 2026 - MIT Wed, 28 Oct 2026 18:55:00 GMT
Professor Michael Yaffe and six MIT alumni are honored for their outstanding professional achievement and commitment to service.
 
Apple finally has a touchscreen laptop, 16 years after Steve Jobs called them "terrible" - TechSpot Wed, 28 Oct 2026 18:54:00 GMT

The new MacBook Pro with PROLED XDR is Apple's first laptop to include a touchscreen and an OLED panel. Pricing starts at $2,900 for the 14" model or $3,400 for the 16" model, both sporting the M5 Pro SoC. If you're about maxing out, the 16-inch M5 Max variant starts...

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How the biggest Alzheimer’s risk gene disrupts the process of insulating neurons - MIT Wed, 28 Oct 2026 18:25:00 GMT
MIT researchers showed that the APOE4 gene variant suppresses molecular signaling needed for oligodendrocytes to myelinate neurons and also demonstrated a proof-of-concept fix.
 
A soft robot could help doctors diagnose and treat disorders of the small intestine - MIT Wed, 28 Oct 2026 18:00:00 GMT
MIT engineers designed a robotic enteroscope that can inch through the hard-to-reach small intestine, making biopsies and drug delivery easier.
 
3 Questions: Why infrastructure is entering a defining era - MIT Wed, 28 Oct 2026 16:00:00 GMT
Professor Ali Jadbabaie describes how AI, digital transformation, climate change, and complex geopolitics are forcing engineers and policymakers to rethink how infrastructure is designed, built, and managed.
 
Warhammer Age of Sigmar: October Update - Warhammer Community - Google Wed, 28 Oct 2026 10:27:12 GMT
Warhammer Age of Sigmar: October Update Warhammer Community
 
Making machines that can listen - MIT Wed, 28 Oct 2026 04:00:00 GMT
Professor Paris Smaragdis develops computers with superhuman hearing for applications like speech recognition, music understanding, and environmental monitoring.
 
Learner collaborates with MIT peers to develop book of AI insights - MIT Tue, 27 Oct 2026 20:55:00 GMT
Prabha Jha used her experience with MIT Open Learning’s program for senior executives to develop AI solutions for her employer, Verizon, and to write a book.
 
Origami-based construction method yields lightweight, load-bearing structures on architectural scales - MIT Tue, 27 Oct 2026 04:00:00 GMT
The modular approach could be used to erect emergency shelters or fabricate aerospace components more quickly and with less material than some techniques.
 
J-PAL North America launches Homelessness Evaluation Resource Hub to drive evidence-informed approaches to housing stability - MIT Mon, 26 Oct 2026 23:00:00 GMT
The hub serves as a free, online repository of essential content for policymakers, practitioners, and researchers seeking to leverage rigorous research to inform their approaches to homelessness.
 
GTA 6's Release Has Led to a Notable Spike in Time Off Requests, According to New Data - IGN - Google Mon, 26 Oct 2026 21:42:50 GMT
  1. GTA 6's Release Has Led to a Notable Spike in Time Off Requests, According to New Data IGN
  2. PTO requests surge as 'Grand Theft Auto VI' release date approaches, reports say 12News
  3. Playqub Launches Calculator Estimating GTA6 Launch Day Impact on UK Workplace Output WBOC TV
  4. The video game that will tank the economy for a day New York Post
  5. Grand Theft Callout: ‘GTA 6’ fans are missing work on the game’s release day because they ‘don’t want to wait’ anymore MarketWatch
 
Hashim Sarkis to step down as dean of the School of Architecture and Planning - MIT Mon, 26 Oct 2026 20:30:00 GMT
During a dozen years of leadership, Sarkis championed projects that advanced research, education, and public engagement, and helped design thrive at MIT.
 
At New York Climate Week 2026, MIT connects with a global network - MIT Mon, 26 Oct 2026 19:00:00 GMT
A cross-section of the MIT community convened discussions on topics ranging from data centers and super pollutants to agriculture and education.
 
Live Now! We’ve Folded the iPhone Duo Over 140,000 Times – Watch Us Fold It Thousands More - CNET Mon, 26 Oct 2026 17:00:15 GMT
We’re using our custom-made robot to open and close the iPhone Duo hundreds of thousands of times. Watch along and get your questions answered by CNET editors live.
 
Microsoft And Epic Games Suddenly Agree That AI Is Theft - Kotaku - Google Mon, 26 Oct 2026 16:30:57 GMT
  1. Microsoft And Epic Games Suddenly Agree That AI Is Theft Kotaku
  2. Social media is full of weird video game mashups. Where are they all coming from? The Guardian
  3. Epic Games Discovers That It Doesn't Like AI When People Use It to Rip Off Its Own Products Futurism
  4. AAA games are now playable in web browsers, and AI-assisted reverse engineering is the secret sauce XDA
  5. Microsoft and Epic Games face AI backlash as gamers cry hypocrisy Cybernews
 
Implantable device uses ultrasound to improve drug delivery to the brain - MIT Mon, 26 Oct 2026 15:00:00 GMT
This targeted approach could offer a way to prevent the recurrence of aggressive brain tumors.
 
Take These Precautions Before Using AI for Your Election Research - CNET Mon, 26 Oct 2026 12:20:00 GMT
There are good reasons why you may not want to use a chatbot for your midterm election research.
 
Watch the universe emerge from the dark ages, with Lumina - MIT Mon, 26 Oct 2026 04:00:00 GMT
The new simulation tracks dark matter, galaxies, stars, and cosmic structures over the universe’s first 2 billion years, in greater detail and volume than ever before.
 
iPhone Duo Just Passed 160,000 Folds In Our Fold-a-Phone Testing Machine. How Far Can It Go? - CNET Fri, 23 Oct 2026 21:30:35 GMT
We’re folding Apple’s iPhone Duo over and over — 900 times an hour — to test the durability of its hinge.
 
At MIT, Martha Minow speaks on sustaining democracy, both by using and overcoming AI - MIT Fri, 23 Oct 2026 21:00:00 GMT
In Compton Lecture, the distinguished legal scholar warns of potential “loss of the Enlightenment” while suggesting ways innovations can meet our civic and cultural needs.
 
Reinforcing the value of human understanding at MIT - MIT Fri, 23 Oct 2026 19:35:00 GMT
During the School of Humanities, Arts, and Social Sciences’ 75th Anniversary Symposium, President Sally Kornbluth said “MIT has never needed your particular insight and guidance more than we do now.”
 
Gunter Stein, control systems and theory expert, dies at 84 - MIT Fri, 23 Oct 2026 18:25:00 GMT
Longtime EECS adjunct professor and LIDS researcher was known for an influential essay on the need for engineers to “respect the unstable.”
 
Persistence, teamwork, and some healthy competition - MIT Fri, 23 Oct 2026 04:00:00 GMT
Senior Veronica Calzadilla Sosa has taken the long route toward her MIT degree and found a supportive community along the way.
 
Q&A: How AI came to model the “messy” human mind - MIT Fri, 23 Oct 2026 04:00:00 GMT
Assistant Professor Benjamin Lindquist studies how engineers deliberately injected randomness into early AI, giving rise to deep-learning models that sometimes hallucinate.
 
This design software reimagines everyday objects as self-aware devices - MIT Thu, 22 Oct 2026 20:45:00 GMT
“X-Hinges” helps design and 3D print items like lamps and gloves with an interactive twist: automatically embedded sensors that perceive and adaptively respond to human contact.
 
MIT’s Kavanaugh Fellowship: From invention to impact - MIT Thu, 22 Oct 2026 20:20:00 GMT
The Kavanaugh Translational Fellows Program helps scholars turn promising research into successful businesses.
 
T-Mobile Is Crediting Some New York Customers for Plan Price Hikes. See If You’re Eligible - CNET Thu, 22 Oct 2026 18:08:41 GMT
Customers on T-Mobile One accounts could get a $25 gift card, a free 5G phone or credit toward a more expensive 5G phone.
 
Startup plans to rejuvenate the nuclear power industry with a new manufacturing approach - MIT Thu, 22 Oct 2026 04:00:00 GMT
Founded by Jake Jurewicz ’14, SM ’15, Blue Energy aims to manufacture giant pieces of nuclear reactors at shipyards and ship them on barges for final assembly.
 
Making room to explore - MIT Wed, 21 Oct 2026 20:45:00 GMT
Professor Fan Wang is recognized as “Committed to Caring” for creating a supportive environment for ambitious research and student well-being.
 
For students with their sights set on space medicine, a new community takes flight - MIT Wed, 21 Oct 2026 20:40:00 GMT
MIT’s Doctors Without Gravity club connects health and space science enthusiasts.
 
Tod Machover’s new symphony plays with AI while reflecting on democracy - MIT Wed, 21 Oct 2026 04:00:00 GMT
The MIT composer’s inventive “already and not yet,” premiering at the Boston Symphony Orchestra, uses new AI tools to create interplay with musicians while thematically exploring the fortunes of democracy.
 
MIT spinout makes surgical stitching more like applying a sticky note - MIT Tue, 20 Oct 2026 04:00:00 GMT
SanaHeal has developed a biologically compatible adhesive that sticks to wet tissues to simplify a variety of surgeries.
 
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.
 
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.
 
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.
 
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.
 
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.
 
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.
 
Reprogrammed NK immune cells target cancer and autoimmune disorders - MIT Tue, 13 Oct 2026 09:00:00 GMT
A new approach can program these cells inside the body and shows promise against diseases caused by dysfunctional T cells, including lymphoma and autoimmune hepatitis.
 
Q&A: Building accountability behind our words — and AI’s — in civic conversations - MIT Tue, 13 Oct 2026 04:00:00 GMT
Professor Deb Roy contends there should be someone who is “answerable” for every piece of text in public life, no matter its origins.
 
Exploring how plants thrive in a changing environment - MIT Tue, 13 Oct 2026 04:00:00 GMT
Associate Professor David Des Marais studies how plants interact with their surroundings and adapt over time.
 
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.
 
3 Questions: What is the best path forward for AI in academia? - MIT Thu, 08 Oct 2026 21:25:00 GMT
MIT Statistics and Data Science Center Director Alexander (Sasha) Rakhlin shares important considerations for departments and institutions.
 
Shape-sensing sheet digitally tracks its movement as it bends and twists - MIT Thu, 08 Oct 2026 18:00:00 GMT
Developed by MIT engineers, this flexible material could be used as a wearable, motion-monitoring “skin” in physical therapy, virtual reality, and gaming.
 
Using AI to mitigate the growing environmental threat of data centers - MIT Thu, 08 Oct 2026 04:00:00 GMT
By rethinking how large cloud computing systems operate, Associate Professor Christina Delimitrou seeks to make data centers more energy efficient.
 
Margaret Hamilton, computing pioneer who led software development for the Apollo program, dies at 90 - MIT Wed, 07 Oct 2026 20:55:00 GMT
Over two decades at MIT, Hamilton forged new paths in computer science and engineering. Her groundbreaking work included leading the team that programmed the first computers that took humans to the moon.
 
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.
 
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.
 
Smart Glasses Detector Apps Are Here. How Well Do They Work? - CNET Mon, 24 Aug 2026 20:32:46 GMT
Bluetooth-scanning apps like Zuckoff can tell you when a pair of smart glasses is nearby. Whether the glasses are recording is another question.
 
Daylight Saving Time Ends Sunday. Get Ready to Change Your Clocks - CNET Thu, 27 Feb 2025 14:00:07 GMT
Most of the US gains an hour of sleep this weekend, but Hawaii and most of Arizona won’t change their clocks.