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An interview with OnlyFans CEO Keily Blair about plans to offer financial services to its 2.5M active creators, a potential IPO, and more (Emma Hinchliffe/Fortune) - Techmeme Tue, 20 Oct 2026 23:15:01 GMT

Emma Hinchliffe / Fortune:
An interview with OnlyFans CEO Keily Blair about plans to offer financial services to its 2.5M active creators, a potential IPO, and more — I've been covering OnlyFans since 2022, when I profiled then-CEO Amrapali Gan as she was attempting to broaden the platform from one known …

 
Investigation Reveals How TikTok Executives Ignored Internal Child-Safety Warnings - CNET Tue, 20 Oct 2026 22:42:22 GMT
NPR reports that TikTok staff raised the alarm on youth bypassing age restrictions as well as being sexually exploited on the platform.
 
Google says it is rolling out Personal Intelligence for Gemini on Android Auto now and to cars with Google built-in in the coming months as an opt-in feature (Abner Li/9to5Google) - Techmeme Tue, 20 Oct 2026 22:30:04 GMT

Abner Li / 9to5Google:
Google says it is rolling out Personal Intelligence for Gemini on Android Auto now and to cars with Google built-in in the coming months as an opt-in feature — Google is beginning to roll out Personal Intelligence for Gemini on Android Auto and Android Automotive (cars with Google built-in).
 
Fitbit Edge vs. Fitbit Inspire 3: How these Google fitness trackers compare - Engadget Tue, 20 Oct 2026 22:30:00 GMT
Google's latest tracker is a middle ground between a simple tracker and full smartwatch.
 
Review: Nintendo Switch Sports Resort (Switch 2) - A Winning Return To Wuhu - Nintendo Life - Google Tue, 20 Oct 2026 22:11:51 GMT
  1. Review: Nintendo Switch Sports Resort (Switch 2) - A Winning Return To Wuhu Nintendo Life
  2. Get up and move in Nintendo Switch Sports Resort! - News - Nintendo Official Site Nintendo
  3. Nintendo Switch Sports Resort Review: Still In Motion Game Informer
  4. Wii Sports is back on the Switch 2, and it rules The Verge
  5. Nintendo Switch Sports Resort Is a Masterpiece Polygon.com
 
Millions of routers can be hijacked over Wi-Fi thanks to a 16-year-old bug - TechSpot Tue, 20 Oct 2026 22:08:00 GMT

Security researcher Quentin Kaiser detailed the flaw at the Hexacon conference in Paris on October 16. He calls it WPSplinter, a name he only gave it because Broadcom refused to issue an official identifier.

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Merging SpaceX and Tesla would be a "good idea," Musk says - ArsTechnica Tue, 20 Oct 2026 22:04:54 GMT
"I do think there's a lot of merit to combining the companies."
 
The next Xbox might cost $1,800, report says - Engadget Tue, 20 Oct 2026 22:01:23 GMT
Microsoft is targeting a 2028 release for its next-gen Xbox, which could be incredibly expensive, according to details reported in a profile with Xbox's CEO.
 
Pigment, a French startup that makes AI-powered software to help businesses forecast finances, spin up slide decks, and more, raised $250M at a $2.3B valuation (Dina Bass/Bloomberg) - Techmeme Tue, 20 Oct 2026 22:00:01 GMT

Dina Bass / Bloomberg:
Pigment, a French startup that makes AI-powered software to help businesses forecast finances, spin up slide decks, and more, raised $250M at a $2.3B valuation — Pigment, a French AI company that competes with Microsoft's Excel and PowerPoint, has raised $250 million in a funding round …

 
What to expect at Apple's 'Pro and Tell' event on October 28 - Engadget Tue, 20 Oct 2026 22:00:00 GMT
From the first touchscreen MacBook to an OLED iPad mini, here's everything Apple is expected to announce next week.
 
PHP development team plans to release updates tomorrow to address two vulnerabilities, each rated 9.2; security researchers at watchTowr say they are RCE flaws (Lawrence Abrams/BleepingComputer) - Techmeme Tue, 20 Oct 2026 21:55:01 GMT

Lawrence Abrams / BleepingComputer:
PHP development team plans to release updates tomorrow to address two vulnerabilities, each rated 9.2; security researchers at watchTowr say they are RCE flaws — The PHP security team is warning administrators to prepare for emergency security updates tomorrow to address two critical vulnerabilities …

 
Spotify Launches Paid Fan Memberships for Podcast Creators - CNET Tue, 20 Oct 2026 21:50:17 GMT
Early adopters are charging $5 per month for premium content, but pricing is up to them.
 
Elon Musk says Tesla and SpaceX have formed special committees to discuss a possible merger and calls the possibility of a Tesla-SpaceX merger a "good idea" (Andrew J. Hawkins/The Verge) - Techmeme Tue, 20 Oct 2026 21:45:01 GMT

Andrew J. Hawkins / The Verge:
Elon Musk says Tesla and SpaceX have formed special committees to discuss a possible merger and calls the possibility of a Tesla-SpaceX merger a “good idea” — Musk called the merger “a good idea,” though it cautioned it wasn't a guarantee.
 
Cops raid office of RFK Jr. allies planning “unethical” vaccine trial on babies - ArsTechnica Tue, 20 Oct 2026 21:44:34 GMT
Guinea-Bissau police said hepatitis B vaccine doses were taken as part of an investigation.
 
The latest PlayStation firmware may have already been cracked ahead of GTA 6 - Engadget Tue, 20 Oct 2026 21:30:57 GMT
Hackers aren't giving up at cracking the Playstation 5's latest firmware as evidenced by a new video showing an apparent kernel exploit.
 
Eight intermediate TLS certificates from eMudhra with private key sizes of just 3 to 8 bits were compromised; browser makers and major apps have blocked them (Dan Goodin/Ars Technica) - Techmeme Tue, 20 Oct 2026 21:30:01 GMT

Dan Goodin / Ars Technica:
Eight intermediate TLS certificates from eMudhra with private key sizes of just 3 to 8 bits were compromised; browser makers and major apps have blocked them — Security personnel around the world are on high alert Tuesday following the discovery of eight TLS certificates with private keys …

 
MIT student team CERBERUZ wins NASA LunaRecycle Centennial Challenge, turning lunar trash into tools - MIT Tue, 20 Oct 2026 21:30:00 GMT
The team took first prize in both the Prototype and Digital Twin tracks for its lunar waste recycling system.
 
The ocean’s most abundant “loner” microbe has a sticky second life - MIT Tue, 20 Oct 2026 21:15:00 GMT
Researchers in the Chisholm lab find Prochlorococcus can switch between drifting alone and living in attached communities, a discovery that could reshape estimates of how much carbon the ocean moves to the deep sea.
 
Microsoft reportedly projects $1,200 to $1,800 price for 2028 Project Helix - ArsTechnica Tue, 20 Oct 2026 21:14:33 GMT
Xbox maker is also apparently planning its own gaming handheld for next year.
 
Report: Microsoft's Project Helix planned for 2028 at $1,200 to $1,800 price - Ars Technica - Google Tue, 20 Oct 2026 21:14:33 GMT
  1. Report: Microsoft's Project Helix planned for 2028 at $1,200 to $1,800 price Ars Technica
  2. Xbox's Next-Gen Console Is Reportedly Targeting a 2028 Release, but Microsoft Expects It to Be Absurdly Expensive IGN
  3. Windows and Xbox teams reportedly clashed over OS experience for gaming, as next-gen Xbox Helix console slips into 2028 Windows Central
  4. Report: Xbox To Release Next-Gen Handheld In 2027 & Expensive Helix Console In 2028 Pure Xbox
  5. The Next Xbox Might Cost $1,800, Report Says Engadget
 
Update now: Hackers are exploiting Plex server vulnerabilities to install malware - TechSpot Tue, 20 Oct 2026 21:06:00 GMT
Hackers are actively exploiting security vulnerabilities in outdated Plex Media Server installations to deploy cryptocurrency miners and proxy malware. Plex confirms widespread attacks against internet-facing servers, with the flaws allowing remote code execution without authentication. The vulnerabilities were patched in version 1.43.3.10861. Users running older versions are urged to update immediately.
 
Super Micro reports preliminary Q1 revenues of $18.5B to $19.5B, vs. $15B est., and gross margins of 12% to 12.5%; SMCI jumps 11%+ after hours (Dina Bass/Bloomberg) - Techmeme Tue, 20 Oct 2026 21:05:07 GMT

Dina Bass / Bloomberg:
Super Micro reports preliminary Q1 revenues of $18.5B to $19.5B, vs. $15B est., and gross margins of 12% to 12.5%; SMCI jumps 11%+ after hours — Super Micro Computer Inc. jumped in late trading after reporting preliminary quarterly results that topped analysts' estimates.
 
ChatGPT now lets you lock sensitive chats behind a PIN - Engadget Tue, 20 Oct 2026 21:05:00 GMT
OpenAI has introduced a new "locked chats" feature to protect users' more sensitive conversations with ChatGPT.
 
Beaver Works Summer Institute: A leader in transformational STEM education - MIT Tue, 20 Oct 2026 21:00:00 GMT
Jointly run by Lincoln Laboratory and the School of Engineering, the program has guided thousands of high school students to technical paths over the past 10 years.
 
SpaceX reports Q3 capex of $19.6B, up from $6.9B a year earlier, and Q3 connectivity revenue, which includes Starlink, up 69% YoY to $5.2B (Becky Peterson/Wall Street Journal) - Techmeme Tue, 20 Oct 2026 20:55:01 GMT

Becky Peterson / Wall Street Journal:
SpaceX reports Q3 capex of $19.6B, up from $6.9B a year earlier, and Q3 connectivity revenue, which includes Starlink, up 69% YoY to $5.2B — Artificial intelligence revenue surges around 830% while capital spending on data center build-out and developing new technology continues
 
Judge tosses sexual abuse lawsuit from Sam Altman's sister - Engadget Tue, 20 Oct 2026 20:53:25 GMT
A lawsuit brought by the OpenAI CEO's sister was dismissed after Anne Altman refused a medical exam.
 
Report: Anthropic's draft S-1 shows it spent ~$9B on compute and infrastructure in H1, up from $2.3B a year earlier, and could spend $750B in the coming years (David Morris/Bloomberg) - Techmeme Tue, 20 Oct 2026 20:50:03 GMT

David Morris / Bloomberg:
Report: Anthropic's draft S-1 shows it spent ~$9B on compute and infrastructure in H1, up from $2.3B a year earlier, and could spend $750B in the coming years — Anthropic PBC could spend $750 billion on additional computing power in the coming years, according to a Wall Street Journal report …

 
A New Rocco Smart Fridge Just Dropped. So Did the Prices (2026) - Wired Tue, 20 Oct 2026 20:47:46 GMT
Save $100 on the new Essential or $200 on the original, and give your holiday drinks a place of their own.
 
Cloud Strife, Sephiroth and Other FF7 Characters Land on Xbox Game Pass Soon - CNET Tue, 20 Oct 2026 20:46:56 GMT
It wouldn’t be Halloween without some spooky games, too, and Xbox Game Pass has you covered.
 
Netflix says it expects FY 2026 ad revenue of ~$2.7B, under its ~$3B forecast, and its Q4 operating margin will be impacted due to costs associated with layoffs (Todd Spangler/Variety) - Techmeme Tue, 20 Oct 2026 20:45:00 GMT

Todd Spangler / Variety:
Netflix says it expects FY 2026 ad revenue of ~$2.7B, under its ~$3B forecast, and its Q4 operating margin will be impacted due to costs associated with layoffs — But the streamer faces an urgent need to refresh its queue: Revenue growth in the period slowed to its lowest rate in three years …

 
Sources: Elon Musk ordered Starshield slowdown in Ukraine and discussed it with Trump after the issue became public; some US officials say he acted unilaterally (Wall Street Journal) - Techmeme Tue, 20 Oct 2026 20:35:03 GMT

Wall Street Journal:
Sources: Elon Musk ordered Starshield slowdown in Ukraine and discussed it with Trump after the issue became public; some US officials say he acted unilaterally — The SpaceX founder authorized the move and has been discussing Ukraine with Trump, but the president has denied ordering the restrictions
 
Android 17 QPR3 Beta 2 for Pixel rolling out with 21 fixes - 9to5Google - Google Tue, 20 Oct 2026 20:31:00 GMT
  1. Android 17 QPR3 Beta 2 for Pixel rolling out with 21 fixes 9to5Google
  2. Here’s everything new in Android 17 QPR3 Beta 2 [Gallery] 9to5Google
  3. Google releases update that fixes stuttering and freezing Pixel screens PhoneArena
  4. Android 17 QPR3 Beta 2 Released for Pixel Phones Droid Life
  5. Android 17 QPR2 Beta 7.1 rolls out for Pixel phones with a fix for severe stutters and freezes The Times of India
 
SpaceX reports Q3 revenue up 161% YoY to $14.58B, vs. $12.72B est., AI revenue up 830% to $7.56B, and AI operating income of $431M, up from a loss of $1.7B (Lora Kolodny/CNBC) - Techmeme Tue, 20 Oct 2026 20:26:57 GMT

Lora Kolodny / CNBC:
SpaceX reports Q3 revenue up 161% YoY to $14.58B, vs. $12.72B est., AI revenue up 830% to $7.56B, and AI operating income of $431M, up from a loss of $1.7B — SpaceX reported 161% revenue growth for the third quarter, driven by the company's artificial intelligence business and Starlink Subscriber growth.
 
JustWatch, which tackles streaming fragmentation, launches own streaming service - ArsTechnica Tue, 20 Oct 2026 20:20:12 GMT
A lifetime ad-free subscription is available.
 
Netflix says despite investor concern about its view-hours growth, its engagement is "healthy" and it will try to bring more third-party content to its service (Nicole Sperling/New York Times) - Techmeme Tue, 20 Oct 2026 20:15:11 GMT

Nicole Sperling / New York Times:
Netflix says despite investor concern about its view-hours growth, its engagement is “healthy” and it will try to bring more third-party content to its service — The streaming service reported a 12 percent increase in quarterly revenue, but acknowledged that stagnant viewership …

 
Netflix reports Q3 revenue up 12% YoY to $12.87B, in line with est., net income up 44% YoY to $3.66B, in part due to expenses timing; NFLX drops 5%+ after hours (Sarah Whitten/CNBC) - Techmeme Tue, 20 Oct 2026 20:10:01 GMT

Sarah Whitten / CNBC:
Netflix reports Q3 revenue up 12% YoY to $12.87B, in line with est., net income up 44% YoY to $3.66B, in part due to expenses timing; NFLX drops 5%+ after hours — Netflix on Tuesday reported third-quarter earnings that topped analyst estimates and revenue that was in line as Wall Street eyes …

 
EA Sports Announces Return of 'Fight Night' Boxing Video Game, 'The Fight Is Never Over' - Bleacher Report - Google Tue, 20 Oct 2026 20:09:34 GMT
  1. EA Sports Announces Return of 'Fight Night' Boxing Video Game, 'The Fight Is Never Over' Bleacher Report
  2. Fan-Favorite Boxing Sim Franchise Fight Night Is Getting a New Entry IGN
  3. For The First Time Since The Xbox 360, Fight Night Is Making A Comeback Pure Xbox
  4. EA Sports bringing back beloved 'Fight Night' video game franchise after 15 years away Yahoo Sports
  5. EA Sports Teases Return of Fight Night VGChartz
 
Meta drops the word "train" from its commercial TOS after AI backlash - ArsTechnica Tue, 20 Oct 2026 20:07:58 GMT
Meta changes AI scraping policy but won’t add language respecting robots.txt.
 
Meta suspends Muse chats sharing feature after it left private details exposed - Engadget Tue, 20 Oct 2026 20:00:43 GMT
Researchers accessed 6,800 shared conversations with the AI agent, including internal company documents.
 
Gemini's Personal Intelligence is coming to cars - ArsTechnica Tue, 20 Oct 2026 20:00:33 GMT
It's probably time to audit your Gemini settings.
 
Going Whole-Hog on a First Satellite Ground Station - Hack a Day Tue, 20 Oct 2026 20:00:21 GMT
When most radio enthusiasts start trying to pick up signals from satellites, they might put together a quick-and-dirty Yagi antenna and try to catch a repeater as is passes overhead, …read more
 
Today’s NYT Wordle Hints, Answer and Help for Wednesday, Oct. 21, #1950 - CNET Tue, 20 Oct 2026 20:00:00 GMT
Need a Wordle hint today? Get spoiler-free hints for NYT Wordle No. 1,950 on Wednesday, Oct. 21, then the answer, plus yesterday’s word.
 
Google brings Gemini Personal Intelligence to Android Auto - Engadget Tue, 20 Oct 2026 20:00:00 GMT
In the coming months, the feature will also roll out to cars with Google built-in.
 
Google is bringing a more personal version of its Gemini AI assistant to your car - TechCrunch - Google Tue, 20 Oct 2026 20:00:00 GMT
  1. Google is bringing a more personal version of its Gemini AI assistant to your car TechCrunch
  2. Gemini's Personal Intelligence is coming to cars Ars Technica
  3. Google upgrading Gemini for Android Auto with Personal Intelligence 9to5Google
  4. Gemini on Android Auto can access my photos, emails, and calendar now - why I'm OK with that (mostly) ZDNET
  5. Get hands-free personalized help on the road with Gemini blog.google
 
Microsoft, AMD announces FSR 4.1 support for Xbox Series X|S and Xbox Ally - Windows Central - Google Tue, 20 Oct 2026 19:57:37 GMT
  1. Microsoft, AMD announces FSR 4.1 support for Xbox Series X|S and Xbox Ally Windows Central
  2. AMD FSR Upscaling 4.1 Boosts Frames and Image Quality on More Devices AMD
  3. AMD and Microsoft Bring FSR 4.1 to Xbox Series X|S, FSR Diamond Teased for Project Helix TechPowerUp
  4. AMD is bringing FSR 4.1 to Xbox consoles and handhelds The Verge
  5. AMD's FSR 4.1 now works on Radeon RX 6000 GPUs, Xbox Series X and S, and Ryzen AI Max, AI 9, and Z2 SoCs — new release brings cutting-edge tech to older hardware with a small performance cost Tom's Hardware
 
OpenBSD 8.0 arrives with security record still intact - ArsTechnica Tue, 20 Oct 2026 19:57:18 GMT
OpenBSD 8.0 lands with Intel Arc support, ARM64 hibernation, and 64-vCPU guests
 
The Internet goes on high alert after discovery of 8 compromised TLS certs - Ars Technica - Google Tue, 20 Oct 2026 19:47:35 GMT
  1. The Internet goes on high alert after discovery of 8 compromised TLS certs Ars Technica
  2. Eight eMudhra CA Keys Compromised, Triggering Emergency Fixes Across Browsers and Software The Hacker News
  3. 8 eMudhra certificates are compromised. Here's what you need to know Cloudflare Blog
  4. eMudhra Certificate Authority Compromise Triggers Emergency Action Across Browsers CyberSecurityNews
  5. Tech Giants Block eMudhra Certificates Tied to 8 Compromised Keys Dark Reading
 
The Internet goes on high alert after discovery of 8 compromised TLS certs - ArsTechnica Tue, 20 Oct 2026 19:47:35 GMT
Intermediate certs allow anyone to mint web credentials for any Internet server.
 
Anthropic's IPO prospectus: H1 2026 revenue of $16.3B, ~20% from two customers, vs. $1.1B in H1 2025, and an $80.7B net loss driven by accounting charges (Anissa Gardizy/Wall Street Journal) - Techmeme Tue, 20 Oct 2026 19:46:50 GMT

Anissa Gardizy / Wall Street Journal:
Anthropic's IPO prospectus: H1 2026 revenue of $16.3B, ~20% from two customers, vs. $1.1B in H1 2025, and an $80.7B net loss driven by accounting charges — In a new draft prospectus viewed by the Journal, the AI giant disclosed an $80.7 billion net loss for the first half of 2026 and a long list of risk factors
 
Apple's Touchscreen OLED MacBook Pro: Everything We Know - MacRumors - Google Tue, 20 Oct 2026 19:40:41 GMT
  1. Apple's Touchscreen OLED MacBook Pro: Everything We Know MacRumors
  2. Apple Announces Oct. 28 Event for Touch-Screen MacBook Pro Bloomberg.com
  3. What To Expect At Apple's 'Pro And Tell' Event On October 28 Engadget
  4. Apple announces product launch event for Oct. 28. Analysts expect touchscreen laptop CNBC
  5. At Apple, Pigs Are About to Fly The Information
 
Xbox Game Pass Reportedly Getting 'Major Overhaul,' Will Feature 'À La Carte' Options - IGN - Google Tue, 20 Oct 2026 19:40:16 GMT
  1. Xbox Game Pass Reportedly Getting 'Major Overhaul,' Will Feature 'À La Carte' Options IGN
  2. A Big Overhaul Of Xbox Game Pass Is In The Works Kotaku
  3. Xbox Game Pass "Á La Carte" System May Let Players Choose Features TechPowerUp
  4. Report: Game Pass will get choose-your-own subscription options TweakTown
  5. XBOX Game Pass to Get an ‘À La Carte’ System, It’s Claimed Insider Gaming
 
PHP RCE Zero-Days CVE-2026-109618, CVE-2026-109619 Leak Early - Cyber Kendra - Google Tue, 20 Oct 2026 19:39:47 GMT
PHP RCE Zero-Days CVE-2026-109618, CVE-2026-109619 Leak Early Cyber Kendra
 
Dear Tim Sweeney, You Could Learn A Thing Or Two From The Xbox Exec Who Posted So Bad That He Had To Delete His Account - Aftermath - Google Tue, 20 Oct 2026 19:39:30 GMT
  1. Dear Tim Sweeney, You Could Learn A Thing Or Two From The Xbox Exec Who Posted So Bad That He Had To Delete His Account Aftermath
  2. Xbox biz guy deletes his X account less than 24 hours after saying game devs who don't embrace AI 'should not be in the business of being a business' Yahoo Tech
  3. 'If I'm Fired Tomorrow It Will Be Because I Told You the Truth' — Xbox Business Strategist Deletes Social Media Account After Accusing the Game Industry of 'Pretending to Not Use AI' IGN
  4. "We're using AI": Xbox business strategist claims he could be fired "because I told you the truth that nobody wants you to know" Windows Central
  5. Microsoft Employee Shares Their 'Truth' About AI Usage At Xbox & Beyond Pure Xbox
 
As Midterms Approach, Top American Fears Include AI Interference in the Political Process - CNET Tue, 20 Oct 2026 19:28:30 GMT
Some fears remain the same, but new tech-related ones are emerging and climbing the ranks.
 
Employees warned TikTok about child exploitation, court documents show - Engadget Tue, 20 Oct 2026 19:25:38 GMT
The company is facing hundreds of lawsuits over its record on safety.
 
TP-Link tries to appease Trump admin with pledge to assemble routers in US - ArsTechnica Tue, 20 Oct 2026 19:25:14 GMT
TP-Link can't sell latest routers in US despite rivals getting FCC approvals.
 
A judge lets Denuvo subpoena Discord, Reddit, and Steam to unmask the cracker Voices38 - TechSpot Tue, 20 Oct 2026 19:14:00 GMT

Denuvo's first attempt to uncover Voices38's real identity was unsuccessful because the company tried to obtain too much data at once. Now, a California federal judge has granted the Irdeto-owned DRM maker's revised subpoena requests. Several internet companies will soon have to respond to Denuvo's lawyers, but Voices38 could still...

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Does anyone actually want to win the medium-lift race in the United States? - ArsTechnica Tue, 20 Oct 2026 19:13:31 GMT
Ars Technica is here to help with a guide to the medium-lift space race.
 
Does anyone actually want to win the medium-lift race in the United States? - Ars Technica - Google Tue, 20 Oct 2026 19:13:31 GMT
Does anyone actually want to win the medium-lift race in the United States? Ars Technica
 
Coming to XBOX Game Pass: Final Fantasy VII Remake Intergrade, The Séance of Blake Manor, and More - XBOX Wire - Google Tue, 20 Oct 2026 19:00:40 GMT
  1. Coming to XBOX Game Pass: Final Fantasy VII Remake Intergrade, The Séance of Blake Manor, and More XBOX Wire
  2. These Eight Games Are Coming To Xbox Game Pass (October 21 - November 3) Pure Xbox
  3. Cloud Strife, Sephiroth and Other FF7 Characters Land on Xbox Game Pass Soon CNET
  4. XBOX Game Pass October Wave 2 Games Revealed Insider Gaming
  5. 'Final Fantasy 7 Remake' Leads New Wave of Xbox Game Pass Additions Polygon.com
 
iOS 27 adds scam-prevention feature to iPhone, here’s how to enable it - 9to5Mac - Google Tue, 20 Oct 2026 18:56:00 GMT
iOS 27 adds scam-prevention feature to iPhone, here’s how to enable it 9to5Mac
 
ChatGPT now lets you lock your chats - TechCrunch - Google Tue, 20 Oct 2026 18:36:53 GMT
  1. ChatGPT now lets you lock your chats TechCrunch
  2. ChatGPT Gets 'Locked Chats' to Protect Sensitive Conversations PCMag
  3. ChatGPT introduces chat locking with a four-digit PIN — Engadget UA.NEWS
  4. ChatGPT's latest feature will keep your chats shielded from prying eyes Android Authority
  5. You Can Now Lock Your Private ChatGPT Conversations With a PIN Lifehacker
 
NASA’s Lunar Grounding Challenge is a Real Buzz - Hack a Day Tue, 20 Oct 2026 18:30:27 GMT
One could make a joke about how an astronaut walking on the lunar surface is rather akin to a cat walking on the carpet in the living room, but out …read more
 
How long can you expect your original Steam Deck to last? - Engadget Tue, 20 Oct 2026 18:30:00 GMT
The original Steam Deck has been around for a while, but unless you only play the heaviest games, it should be great for some time more.
 
GTA 6 is on track to smash records as pre-orders exceed 6 million copies - TechSpot Tue, 20 Oct 2026 18:30:00 GMT

As of October 20, Rockstar has pre-sold an estimated 6.45 million copies of the game – earning roughly $630 million in the process. According to Sensor Tower, most – 74% – are buying the game for PlayStation 5. Broken down another way, it works out to 4.8 million copies sold for PS5 and 1.66 million on Xbox.

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Shrek 2 Remastered Reveal Trailer Parodies GTA 6, Sets November Release Date - IGN - Google Tue, 20 Oct 2026 18:24:08 GMT
  1. Shrek 2 Remastered Reveal Trailer Parodies GTA 6, Sets November Release Date IGN
  2. Watch Out GTA 6, A Shrek 2 Remaster Was Just Announced GameSpot
  3. Shrek 2 Remastered Gets Official November Release Date For Xbox Series X|S Pure Xbox
  4. A Remaster Of The Best Shrek Game Ever Just Leaked Polygon.com
  5. Beloved PS2 Action-Adventure Game Gets Release Date Trailer for Next Month AOL.com
 
Ukraine’s drone rescue of wounded soldier puts much touted idea into practice - ArsTechnica Tue, 20 Oct 2026 18:22:54 GMT
Ukraine’s latest drone innovation may boost bleak odds of evacuating casualties.
 
Samsung Has Already Found the Next Way to Unfold a Phone - Gizmodo - Google Tue, 20 Oct 2026 18:20:54 GMT
  1. Samsung Has Already Found the Next Way to Unfold a Phone Gizmodo
  2. Samsung fighting iPhone Duo by launching six foldable phones next year 9to5Mac
  3. Forget folding phones: Samsung fans are already obsessing over the Galaxy Z Slide PhoneArena
  4. Sliding into 2027? Galaxy Z rumors say Samsung could drop a sliding phone Android Central
  5. Dizzying lineup of Galaxy Z Fold 9 devices leaks, including the Galaxy Z ‘Slide’ 9to5Google
 
AMD is bringing its next-gen FSR 4.1 upscaling tech to Xbox - Engadget Tue, 20 Oct 2026 18:17:00 GMT
Coming soon to the X/S and Ally devices.
 
Here's What Apple's Apps Look Like on the iPhone Duo - MacRumors - Google Tue, 20 Oct 2026 18:12:38 GMT
  1. Here's What Apple's Apps Look Like on the iPhone Duo MacRumors
  2. Apple Prepares iPhone Duo for an iOS 27.1 Update SuaraGarut.ID
  3. Older apps on iPhone Duo sit in a centered window until developers update them The Mac Observer
  4. iPhone Duo is Coming with Special iOS 27.1 VOI.ID
 
Quantum error correction goes well beyond breakeven - ArsTechnica Tue, 20 Oct 2026 18:08:57 GMT
A demo of error-corrected qubits shows big reductions in errors as they grow.
 
How often should you restart your Apple Watch? - Engadget Tue, 20 Oct 2026 18:00:00 GMT
Your Apple Watch doesn't need frequent restarts like a computer, but you might still want to shut down when something's off.
 
ID@XBOX x IGN Showcase Recap: All the News and Announcements - XBOX Wire - Google Tue, 20 Oct 2026 17:50:15 GMT
  1. ID@XBOX x IGN Showcase Recap: All the News and Announcements XBOX Wire
  2. Here's A Recap Of The October 2026 ID@Xbox Showcase Game Informer
  3. ID@Xbox Showcase October 2026: Everything Announced IGN
  4. Roundup: Here's What Was Revealed At The ID@Xbox October 2026 Showcase Pure Xbox
  5. Next ID@Xbox Showcase with 18 games scheduled for October 20th KitGuru
 
Sundar Pichai: Google’s Frontier Imperative, Compute Scarcity Dilemmas, Future AI Products and Businesses - Big Technology | Alex Kantrowitz - Google Tue, 20 Oct 2026 17:47:40 GMT
Sundar Pichai: Google’s Frontier Imperative, Compute Scarcity Dilemmas, Future AI Products and Businesses Big Technology | Alex Kantrowitz
 
A supercomputer is about to launch to the moon for the 1st time, aboard a rover named FLIP - Space - Google Tue, 20 Oct 2026 17:42:41 GMT
  1. A supercomputer is about to launch to the moon for the 1st time, aboard a rover named FLIP Space
  2. HPE to launch AI straight to the Moon The Register
  3. Astrolab’s upcoming rover will run the first LLMs on the moon MIT Technology Review
  4. HPE, Astrolab team up to launch first high-performance computer to moon's surface this year The Business Journals
  5. HPE Spaceborne Computer-4 brings HPC to the Moon Techzine Global
 
French Government Calls Emergency Meetings With Platforms Over Protests - Wired Tue, 20 Oct 2026 17:41:58 GMT
TikTok and other sites were told to curb protest footage and AI-altered images, while online retailers like Vinted and eBay reportedly signed an agreement stop looted goods from flooding resale sites.
 
Meta tries to scapegoat staff who downloaded torrents to spare execs - ArsTechnica Tue, 20 Oct 2026 17:40:20 GMT
Meta argues nobody “decided” to pirate books to train AI.
 
Spotify is dancing around its AI 'slop and spam' problem - Engadget Tue, 20 Oct 2026 17:11:26 GMT
The company said it removed 50 million such tracks from recommendations, but hasn't necessarily wiped them entirely.
 
ChatGPT's Chrome extension can now control tabs, download files, and fill out forms - TechSpot Tue, 20 Oct 2026 17:02:00 GMT

ChatGPT's Chrome extension gained the ability to access content from open tabs last July. The latest update introduces two distinct AI modes, Chat and Work, allowing ChatGPT to interact with browser tabs and perform a wide range of tasks, including filling out online forms using information from documents stored on...

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I Bought This Low-Mileage Jeep Grand Cherokee For Only $1,700 After Realizing My 'Holy Grail' Project Is Doomed - The Autopian - Google Tue, 20 Oct 2026 16:47:42 GMT
I Bought This Low-Mileage Jeep Grand Cherokee For Only $1,700 After Realizing My 'Holy Grail' Project Is Doomed The Autopian
 
Don't put your phone in the TSA bin — do this instead - Engadget Tue, 20 Oct 2026 16:45:00 GMT
Let's be honest, TSA bins are just gross.
 
Don't Put Your Phone In The TSA Bin — Do This Instead - Engadget - Google Tue, 20 Oct 2026 16:45:00 GMT
Don't Put Your Phone In The TSA Bin — Do This Instead Engadget
 
Nintendo announces Halloween 2026 sale for Switch 2 and Switch - Nintendo Everything - Google Tue, 20 Oct 2026 16:39:04 GMT
  1. Nintendo announces Halloween 2026 sale for Switch 2 and Switch Nintendo Everything
  2. Screaming Deals: Save on select digital games Nintendo
  3. Nintendo running "Screaming Deals" eShop sale until Nov. 1st, 2026 GoNintendo
  4. Nintendo’s 2026 Halloween Switch game sale now live: Up 75% off with deals from $3 9to5Toys
  5. 11 spooky Nintendo Switch games I'm playing this Halloween Tom's Guide
 
iOS 27.2 adds new features in six iPhone apps, here’s what’s coming - 9to5Mac - Google Tue, 20 Oct 2026 16:18:00 GMT
  1. iOS 27.2 adds new features in six iPhone apps, here’s what’s coming 9to5Mac
  2. Apple Seeds macOS Golden Gate 27.2 Release Candidate to Developers MacRumors
  3. Release candidates of iOS 27.2, macOS 27.2 land as public version nears AppleInsider
  4. People Are Hating On Apple Music's Redesigned Black-And-White Logo Engadget
  5. Getting Ready for iOS 27.2? Here’s the Checklist You Need Before Installing Geeky Gadgets
 
AI-assisted vibe coding brings Thunderbolt 4 support to Windows 98 SE - TechSpot Tue, 20 Oct 2026 16:18:00 GMT

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

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You can build your own mechanical keyboard, but is it worth the price? - Engadget Tue, 20 Oct 2026 16:15:00 GMT
If you have both the time and money, building a keyboard can be a fun hobby.
 
AI Had Better Work Out - Ed Zitron's Where's Your Ed At - Google Tue, 20 Oct 2026 16:14:10 GMT
AI Had Better Work Out Ed Zitron's Where's Your Ed At
 
'GTA 6' at Risk as PS5 Hackers Officially Claim Major New Breakthrough - Polygon.com - Google Tue, 20 Oct 2026 16:09:44 GMT
  1. 'GTA 6' at Risk as PS5 Hackers Officially Claim Major New Breakthrough Polygon.com
  2. PS5 Firmware 14.10 Reportedly Jailbroken in Private, Hypervisor Still Holding Up TechPowerUp
  3. Linux now runs on PS5 console jailbreaks and July firmware, with PC games possible Notebookcheck
  4. PS5 homebrew storefront with over 1,600 free PS5 and PS4 games taken down by Sony — company plays piracy whack-a-mole as two further repos spring up Tom's Hardware
  5. Sony PlayStation 5 latest news: How a massive security breach and AI frame patents are shaking UK console gaming cristinaiglesias.com
 
Hatch Sleep Clock Review: A Contactless Sleep Tracker (2026) - Wired Tue, 20 Oct 2026 16:03:17 GMT
I’m obsessed with sleep data, but I don’t love wearing a smartwatch to bed. Can the Hatch Sleep Clock give me the best of both worlds at an affordable price?
 
Villion: Code launches January 26, 2027 in the west - Gematsu - Google Tue, 20 Oct 2026 16:01:35 GMT
  1. Villion: Code launches January 26, 2027 in the west Gematsu
  2. Compile Heart's Villion:Code Game Launches in West on January 26 Anime News Network
  3. JRPG Villion: Code Adds to the Insanity of PS5's January Release Schedule Push Square
  4. Villion: Code gets Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch release date Nintendo Everything
  5. Villion:Code Action-RPG Release Date Set for North America and Europe Crunchyroll
 
5 ways to make your old iPhone feel faster - Engadget Tue, 20 Oct 2026 15:45:00 GMT
Your iPhone will slow down over time, but some changes can help it run at its best for longer.
 
Perplexity makes it easier to run AI workflows entirely on your own Mac - Engadget Tue, 20 Oct 2026 15:42:45 GMT
A Mac with at least 36GB of RAM can now run Perplexity AI workflows locally.
 
Europe's four largest carriers want to build a Starlink rival, but they don't have satellites - TechSpot Tue, 20 Oct 2026 15:39:00 GMT

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

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Spreading Life to Bleached Coral - Hack a Day Tue, 20 Oct 2026 15:30:22 GMT
A series of ten close up images of two pieces of coral. In the first, on the top left, the coral on the left is bright white while the one on the right is brown with darker brown spots. Text reads:
Coral bleaching is a major problem for ocean ecosystems as the ocean gets warmer. Researchers at Stanford have found a new method for regenerating bleached corals. Scientists working on coral …read more
 
Xbox Reportedly Emailing Users To ‘Trade In Your Console To Best Buy’ - Kotaku - Google Tue, 20 Oct 2026 15:30:00 GMT
  1. Xbox Reportedly Emailing Users To ‘Trade In Your Console To Best Buy’ Kotaku
  2. Xbox is struggling for stock so bad that it's asking ex-users to trade-in Windows Central
  3. Xbox Is Asking Inactive Owners to Sell Their Consoles to Best Buy TechPowerUp
  4. 'Haven't Played Your Console in a While?' Trade It in, Xbox Tells Customers Amid Stock Shortages IGN
  5. Xbox Is Asking Inactive Series X|S Users To Trade In Their Consoles At Best Buy For Up To $375 TwistedVoxel
 
5 CarPlay navigation apps you should be using instead of Apple Maps - Engadget Tue, 20 Oct 2026 15:15:00 GMT
Alternative GPS apps for CarPlay can provide better routing, real-time alerts, weather condition info and much more.
 
An AI Agent Joined a Listserv of Top Internet Researchers. The Reply-All Chaos Is Still Unfolding - Wired Tue, 20 Oct 2026 15:07:43 GMT
Hysteria over the agent's appearance in a 7,500-person group reveals that internet experts have outdated notions of privacy.
 
Here's how to preorder Apple's HomeView smart display — plus alternatives to shop now - Fox News - Google Tue, 20 Oct 2026 15:06:10 GMT
  1. Here's how to preorder Apple's HomeView smart display — plus alternatives to shop now Fox News
  2. Apple’s New HomeView Is an Apple Watch Jammed Into an iPad Powered by CarPlay Slapped on a HomePod The New York Times
  3. Why Apple is finally making its own smart home devices The Verge
  4. Apple’s HomeView Offers Tantalizing Preview of a Future Robotic Version Bloomberg.com
  5. What Is Apple (AAPL) Telling The Market With Its Biggest Smart Home Push? Yahoo Finance
 
On Warhammer TV this week – Devastation and drybrushing - Warhammer Community - Google Tue, 20 Oct 2026 14:56:52 GMT
On Warhammer TV this week – Devastation and drybrushing Warhammer Community
 
Polestar tries to quantify what it’s like to drive a performance car - ArsTechnica Tue, 20 Oct 2026 14:53:07 GMT
Drivers had electrodes strapped to their heads as they tested EVs on track.
 
RAM prices are crazy high, but do not settle for an 8GB laptop - Engadget Tue, 20 Oct 2026 14:45:00 GMT
An 8GB laptop can seem like the solution to rising computer prices, but that's a mistake that will cost you for years.
 
Bungie could be making Star Wars Battlefront 3 instead of longtime series developer DICE - TechSpot Tue, 20 Oct 2026 14:41:00 GMT

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

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Nintendo Pays Homage to Original 1998 Commercial for The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time in New Remake Trailer - IGN - Google Tue, 20 Oct 2026 14:37:23 GMT
  1. Nintendo Pays Homage to Original 1998 Commercial for The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time in New Remake Trailer IGN
  2. You have been summoned to watch the new Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time — Overview Trailer! Nintendo
  3. The Ocarina of Time remake feels remarkably modern — and surprisingly terrifying The Verge
  4. Nintendo Reveals 11 New Zelda Ocarina of Time Remake Screenshots VICE
  5. The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake borrows one of Breath of the Wild's most immersive features Yahoo Tech
 
New Apple TV 4K Features 'Whole Room Audio' With Four HomePods - MacRumors - Google Tue, 20 Oct 2026 14:02:04 GMT
  1. New Apple TV 4K Features 'Whole Room Audio' With Four HomePods MacRumors
  2. Nobody should buy the $299 Apple TV 4K, but it could have been worse 9to5Mac
  3. Apple missed an opportunity with the Apple TV 4K The Verge
  4. Amazon still delivering new HomeView on release day as Apple slips into December 9to5Toys
 
Stupid Never Dies Blends a Wacky Tone with Aggressive Gameplay to Create a Unique Pop-Punk Action Game - IGN - Google Tue, 20 Oct 2026 14:00:00 GMT
  1. Stupid Never Dies Blends a Wacky Tone with Aggressive Gameplay to Create a Unique Pop-Punk Action Game IGN
  2. Stupid Never Dies Is Easily the Worst Game of 2026 Polygon.com
  3. Stupid Never Dies Review RPGamer
  4. This Character-Action Zombie Game Stumbles Into Its Own Way GameSpot
  5. Stupid Never Dies review - from the producer of Devil May Cry Metro.co.uk
 
US bans DeepSeek from federal agencies, prompting angry response from China - TechSpot Tue, 20 Oct 2026 13:58:00 GMT

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

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Amazon Prime comes with an Alexa upgrade you should know about - Engadget Tue, 20 Oct 2026 13:45:00 GMT
Amazon's Echo Show and Dot devices, tablets and website all have new capabilities that you might want to take for a spin.
 
Nvidia's RTX 6060 probably won't arrive until 2029, will be slower than the PS6 - TechSpot Tue, 20 Oct 2026 13:22:00 GMT

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

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Ys VIII: Lacrimosa of DANA coming to Switch 2 on February 25, 2027 - Gematsu - Google Tue, 20 Oct 2026 13:14:26 GMT
  1. Ys VIII: Lacrimosa of DANA coming to Switch 2 on February 25, 2027 Gematsu
  2. Ys VIII: Lacrimosa Of Dana Game Gets Switch 2 Release on February 25 Anime News Network
  3. Ys 8 coming to Nintendo Switch 2 Nintendo Everything
  4. Few Switch 2 Games Run at 120 FPS, Yet Ys VIII: Lacrimosa of Dana Joins Metroid Prime 4 in February Wccftech
  5. Ys VIII: Lacrimosa of DANA Action-RPG Heads to Switch 2 in February 2027 Crunchyroll
 
Final Fantasy dips back into the SNES golden era with Resonance - The Verge - Google Tue, 20 Oct 2026 13:00:00 GMT
  1. Final Fantasy dips back into the SNES golden era with Resonance The Verge
  2. Final Fantasy Resonance Sets a Higher Bar for HD-2D and Brings the RPG Series Back to Turn-Based IGN
  3. How Final Fantasy Resonance uses Visions to change how we see the series PlayStation.Blog
  4. ‘Final Fantasy Resonance’ Review: The Best Video Game of 2026 Men's Journal
  5. Final Fantasy Resonance Feels Like Comfort Food, But I Want Cuisine Kotaku
 
TextNow’s $150 Yello Phone Is Customized for Kids and Pairs Up With a $20 Monthly Plan - CNET Tue, 20 Oct 2026 13:00:00 GMT
The lower-cost phone has a parent portal for managing calls and texts, checking the phone’s location, and enabling games.
 
Antigravity just halved the price of its drone — by swapping its headset for wristwatch control - The Verge - Google Tue, 20 Oct 2026 13:00:00 GMT
  1. Antigravity just halved the price of its drone — by swapping its headset for wristwatch control The Verge
  2. Antigravity's Follow Me Bundle Adds Accurate Tracking And Gesture Controls To Its A1 Drone Engadget
  3. Antigravity A1 unveils Watch Remote for 360-degree drone Mashable
  4. Antigravity A1 Hits $799 Without Goggles. New Controller Skips the US DroneXL
  5. A1 Becomes More: Antigravity Reveals Three New Ways to Fly, Create, and Explore with A1 Press Release Hub
 
PlayStation Founder Understands Why Players Want to Keep Physical Media Alive - Polygon.com - Google Tue, 20 Oct 2026 12:39:20 GMT
  1. PlayStation Founder Understands Why Players Want to Keep Physical Media Alive Polygon.com
  2. Ken Kutaragi ‘understands’ why PlayStation fans don’t want to give up physical games Video Games Chronicle
  3. Physical game revenues on PlayStation The Alinea Insight newsletter
  4. Killing PS5 Discs Just Makes Sense, Even If It Angers People, Former PlayStation Exec Says GameSpot
  5. PlayStation goes digital-only in 2028: its creator backs Sony’s move Softonic
 
"I have to stop this": Retired professor arrested for blocking delivery robots she says are taking human jobs - TechSpot Tue, 20 Oct 2026 12:39:00 GMT

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

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Meta Muse exposes users' personal and business secrets when they share conversations - ArsTechnica Tue, 20 Oct 2026 12:33:13 GMT
Meta is suspending the sharing feature while it investigates its privacy.
 
Alexa Tablet 12 Pro Review: Amazon Comes Out Swinging At The iPad - BGR - Google Tue, 20 Oct 2026 12:30:00 GMT
  1. Alexa Tablet 12 Pro Review: Amazon Comes Out Swinging At The iPad BGR
  2. Alexa Tablet 12 Pro Review: Amazon's Premium Tablet Gets Almost Everything Right Engadget
  3. The Alexa Tablet 12 Pro is almost the Android tablet we needed The Verge
  4. Amazon just did what Google couldn't do in 15 years: Make a great everyday Android tablet Android Authority
  5. Alexa Tablets Reset Part Of Amazon’s Device Strategy The Futurum Group
 
Data Centers Are Burning Fossil Fuels. It’s Destroying Big Tech’s Climate Goals - CNET Tue, 20 Oct 2026 12:30:00 GMT
In his new book, Paris Marx explores how global anti-data center movements are fighting Big Tech’s power over us.
 
Garmin launches Edge 1060 bike computer with voice control, alongside new Edge Explore computers and Tacx Nēra smart trainer - BikeRadar - Google Tue, 20 Oct 2026 12:03:07 GMT
  1. Garmin launches Edge 1060 bike computer with voice control, alongside new Edge Explore computers and Tacx Nēra smart trainer BikeRadar
  2. Garmin announces new Edge bike computers and updated Tacx trainer Bicycle Retailer & Industry News
  3. Tacx Nera Turbo Trainer Offers A Fresh Alternative To The Neo 2T Forbes
  4. The Garmin Edge 1060 is the most expensive bike computer on the market Cycling Weekly
  5. "OK Garmin" - Voice control comes to bike computers with surprise new launch of three head units Cyclingnews
 
Foxconn's latest EV push is a $727 million bet for half of Mitsubishi Electric's car parts business - TechSpot Tue, 20 Oct 2026 12:03:00 GMT

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

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COD Black Ops 1 and 2 dev says it’s ‘hard to watch’ the new ports selling well while ‘the actual creators don’t see a dime’ - Video Games Chronicle - Google Tue, 20 Oct 2026 12:00:20 GMT
  1. COD Black Ops 1 and 2 dev says it’s ‘hard to watch’ the new ports selling well while ‘the actual creators don’t see a dime’ Video Games Chronicle
  2. 'They Are Printing Money Off of Work Completed Over a Decade Ago' — Former Call of Duty Dev Says 'It's Hard to Watch' Xbox Make Money From Black Ops PlayStation Ports IGN
  3. Ex-Call of Duty designer "who survived the crunch" in order to launch Black Ops 1 & 2 calls out executives "raking it in" from sales of remasters Eurogamer.net
  4. "The Suits" Made All The Money From Call Of Duty: Black Ops 1 And 2 Ports, OG Dev Says GameSpot
  5. Activision Expands Call of Duty Nostalgia After Black Ops Success Demokratis.co.id
 
Spotify launches paid podcast memberships with perks beyond bonus content - TechCrunch - Google Tue, 20 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMT
  1. Spotify launches paid podcast memberships with perks beyond bonus content TechCrunch
  2. Spotify Memberships Give Podcast Creators a New Way to Connect With Their Biggest Fans Spotify
  3. Spotify's Memberships Program For Podcasts Is Here To Compete With Patreon Engadget
  4. Spotify podcast memberships let you support your favorite shows and get added perks 9to5Google
  5. Spotify Launches Paid Fan Memberships for Podcast Creators CNET
 
GTA 6 is so detailed no single Rockstar employee knows it all - which is how we got shrinking horse testicles in Red Dead Redemption 2 - Eurogamer.net - Google Tue, 20 Oct 2026 11:20:20 GMT
  1. GTA 6 is so detailed no single Rockstar employee knows it all - which is how we got shrinking horse testicles in Red Dead Redemption 2 Eurogamer.net
  2. 'There's No One Person That Has This Whole Thing in Their Head' — GTA 6 Devs Had Freedom to Add Cool Features Just Like RDR2's Horse Balls IGN
  3. Hovering a helicopter over a Beyoncé concert, 'police ride-alongs', and a 40th birthday spent in a nightclub — Rockstar did heavy research on Miami for GTA 6 and even met people who 'want to tell you every crime they or their friends have ever done' Yahoo Tech
  4. Grand Theft Auto 6 will feature significantly narrower roads than the previous installment. GameGPU
  5. Grand Theft Auto 6’s NPC Interaction System Was First Prototyped Back in 2014 GamingBolt
 
This 3D-printed 1980s brick phone brings back the days when mobile phones were just for making calls - TechSpot Tue, 20 Oct 2026 11:15:00 GMT

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

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iPhone Duo orders limited to two per customer as Apple tackles scalping - 9to5Mac - Google Tue, 20 Oct 2026 11:05:00 GMT
  1. iPhone Duo orders limited to two per customer as Apple tackles scalping 9to5Mac
  2. Open up to new possibilities with iPhone Duo Apple
  3. iPhone Duo: Apple gives major update on folding phone after it sells out in minutes Yahoo Finance
  4. The Apple Store Will Only Let You Check Out Two iPhone Duos Engadget
  5. Estimated Arrival Dates for DF Readers’ Pre-Ordered iPhone Duos Daring Fireball
 
Super Mario Galaxy Now Runs on the GBA - Hack a Day Tue, 20 Oct 2026 11:00:31 GMT
Joining the ranks of fresh backported Nintendo games is Super Mario Galaxy for the Nintendo Game Boy Advance (GBA), courtesy of [Tobias Friedly], AKA [Tobi]. In a recent video he announces …read more
 
Visiting Slate’s first showroom as its $25,000 electric truck nears production - ArsTechnica Tue, 20 Oct 2026 11:00:16 GMT
Slate's first showroom sells the promise. Mass production will determine the rest.
 
Sony Party Speaker Deal: Save $100 Off the ULT Tower 7 - Wired Tue, 20 Oct 2026 11:00:00 GMT
The Sony ULT Tower 7 is one of our top party speaker picks and is at its lowest-ever price. Grab this or one of its sibling models before your next fete.
 
Meet the TechPulse App: News and Video, Created and Curated by Real People - CNET Tue, 20 Oct 2026 11:00:00 GMT
CNET is partnering with sister sites PCMag, Mashable, ZDNET and others on an all-new app with news, reviews and videos. Our trusted expertise is a free download away.
 
Foldables are about to get huge - 9to5Google - Google Tue, 20 Oct 2026 11:00:00 GMT
  1. Foldables are about to get huge 9to5Google
  2. From The Royole FlexPai To The iPhone Duo: How The Modern Foldable Phone Has Evolved Engadget
  3. Foldable Phones Roundup: Samsung, Apple, Huawei and More Gadget Review
  4. From Prototype to Pocket: What a Decade of Foldable Innovation Taught Us Newsweek
  5. Competition Only Strengthens the Future of Foldables samsung.com
 
Yelp’s AI Assistant Can Call a Restaurant and Join the Waitlist for You - CNET Tue, 20 Oct 2026 11:00:00 GMT
The updated agent also can tell you if it’s going to rain and maybe you shouldn’t book that outdoor table.
 
The Physics Behind Tesla’s Flying Roadster - Wired Tue, 20 Oct 2026 10:45:00 GMT
To understand how Elon’s new car hops, glides, and sticks upside down, we need to talk about friction and force.
 
One of three Jensen Huang-signed RTX Spark laptops won at NVIDIA launch event is already listed for $17,150 - VideoCardz.com - Google Tue, 20 Oct 2026 10:40:56 GMT
  1. One of three Jensen Huang-signed RTX Spark laptops won at NVIDIA launch event is already listed for $17,150 VideoCardz.com
  2. RTX Spark Ignites Global Celebration as New Windows PCs Arrive NVIDIA Blog
  3. Nvidia RTX Spark Gaming Tests: Are These New AI Laptops Good for Play, Too? PCMag
  4. NVIDIA RTX Spark N1X Launch Overview: NVIDIA Arms Windows ServeTheHome
  5. This $3,200 RTX Spark laptop still wants me to pay for ad-free Solitaire PCWorld
 
Organic Mattress Sale: 20 Percent Off Essentia Beds - Wired Tue, 20 Oct 2026 10:30:00 GMT
Sleep healthier this winter with an organic mattress—now on heavy discount through November 2.
 
Sexual Assault Is a Free Speech Issue - Wired Tue, 20 Oct 2026 10:30:00 GMT
Mary Anne Franks has spent years fighting against online abuse. When people are abused with impunity, she says, the message becomes “We do not care about women’s voices.”
 
How ‘Final Fantasy VII Revelation’ Strikes the Balance Between Old and New - Wired Tue, 20 Oct 2026 10:30:00 GMT
Game director Naoki Hamaguchi talks about scale and expectations for one of gaming’s most ambitious remakes.
 
They Fled Trump’s America. Now They Regret It - Wired Tue, 20 Oct 2026 10:22:23 GMT
The internet told them Europe was a social paradise. Turns out the trains are awful, the health care isn’t free, and people can be really mean.
 
Some Google Home Speakers caught downloading hundreds of gigs of data - The Verge - Google Tue, 20 Oct 2026 10:16:47 GMT
  1. Some Google Home Speakers caught downloading hundreds of gigs of data The Verge
  2. Some Google Home Speakers downloading massive amounts of data in the background 9to5Google
  3. You Should Probably Check Your Google Home Speaker’s Data Usage Gizmodo
  4. Check Your Google Home Speaker: New Bug Downloads Up to 3TB of Data a Month PCMag UK
  5. Some Google Home Speakers Have A Big New Problem (And It's Not Gemini) BGR
 
Can a Simple App Really Fix PC Game Stutters? - TechSpot Tue, 20 Oct 2026 10:16:00 GMT
Shader compilation stutter has plagued PC gaming for years, causing frustrating hitches even on powerful hardware. The SCSKiller app promises to do something about it, but does it work?
 
Review: Castlevania: Belmont's Curse (Switch) - A Pro-Grade Metroidvania With A Stiff Learning Curve - Nintendo Life - Google Tue, 20 Oct 2026 10:15:44 GMT
  1. Review: Castlevania: Belmont's Curse (Switch) - A Pro-Grade Metroidvania With A Stiff Learning Curve Nintendo Life
  2. How to Unlock Mirror Fast Travel - Castlevania: Belmont's Curse Guide IGN
  3. All Castlevania: Belmont’s Curse Weapon Locations GameSpot
  4. How to unlock The Sage card in Castlevania: Belmont’s Curse Yahoo Tech
  5. Castlevania Belmont’s Curse – All Endings and How to Unlock Them KeenGamer
 
This New Food Delivery App Could Be the Antidote to Menu Markups - Wired Tue, 20 Oct 2026 10:15:00 GMT
By sticking to in-store menu prices and a flat 5 percent fee, Olo wants to take the sting out of ordering dinner.
 
Demi Adejuyigbe Thinks You Should Only Post 3 Times a Day - Wired Tue, 20 Oct 2026 10:00:00 GMT
The comedian sees being online as similar to visiting the zoo. “I don’t need to interact with that,” he says. “It’s just a thing that I enjoy, and then I walk away.”
 
What to eat for younger-looking skin - BBC - Google Tue, 20 Oct 2026 10:00:00 GMT
What to eat for younger-looking skin BBC
 
I Tried Amazing Security Tech for Renters From a Company You’ve Never Heard Of - CNET Tue, 20 Oct 2026 10:00:00 GMT
It’s the year of window cams, and Baseus has my favorite model yet. Here’s why renters and second-story homes should consider it.
 
5 Best AI Notetakers (2026), Tested and Reviewed - Wired Tue, 20 Oct 2026 10:00:00 GMT
A growing collection of pocket-size gadgets lets you easily make recordings and extract info from them. Here are our favorites.
 
How to See the Orionid Meteor Shower and Other Upcoming Astronomical Events - Wired Tue, 20 Oct 2026 09:30:00 GMT
Made up of small fragments left behind by Halley’s Comet, these meteors are known for being especially bright and speedy.
 
One of Samsung's most popular phones is now getting stable One UI 9 with Android 17 - Android Authority - Google Tue, 20 Oct 2026 08:59:00 GMT
  1. One of Samsung's most popular phones is now getting stable One UI 9 with Android 17 Android Authority
  2. Galaxy S23 Gets One UI 9 With Android 17 — but Not Everywhere Yet TechRepublic
  3. One UI 9 Release Date: 5 More Galaxy Phones Get Android 17 Update Forbes
  4. Galaxy A36 owners can finally download the stable One UI 9 update Android Central
  5. Just got One UI 9? Here are 10 Samsung Galaxy features you need to try Tech Advisor
 
"This act is intended to demonstrate solidarity with Palestine" - Umurangi Generation studio blocks new game Penguin Colony from being sold in Israel - Eurogamer.net - Google Tue, 20 Oct 2026 08:49:14 GMT
  1. "This act is intended to demonstrate solidarity with Palestine" - Umurangi Generation studio blocks new game Penguin Colony from being sold in Israel Eurogamer.net
  2. Penguin Colony review – an Antarctic odyssey of Nazis and Lovecraftian horrors The Guardian
  3. Penguin Colony Developers Talk The BDS Talk And Walk The Walk By Banning The Game For Sale In Israel Kotaku
  4. Can Lovecraft still surprise us? This video game thinks so, if you tell it through the eyes of a bunch of penguins Softonic
  5. This horror game where you play as a penguin may be the best thing you play on Halloween GAMINGbible
 
This Stunning Espresso Machine Is the Size of a Moka Pot and Inspired by a Jet Engine - CNET Tue, 20 Oct 2026 08:45:00 GMT
What makes the 9Barista espresso machine stand out, and is it worth $740?
 
Visualize Regular Expressions with Marbles - Hack a Day Tue, 20 Oct 2026 08:00:52 GMT
If you are one of those people who visualize things physically better than in the abstract, then Regex Marble Run by [bottomless] might be for you. You enter a test …read more
 
Roland unveils a new Jupiter-8-inspired Boutique synth in celebration of the original's 45th birthday – and drops an all-new wavetable synth too - MusicRadar - Google Tue, 20 Oct 2026 07:00:00 GMT
  1. Roland unveils a new Jupiter-8-inspired Boutique synth in celebration of the original's 45th birthday – and drops an all-new wavetable synth too MusicRadar
  2. Baby Roland is back: Boutique JUPITER-08, n/vision wavetable synths CDM Create Digital Music
  3. Roland n/vision Review: Vision for the Future or Late to the Party? Gearnews.com
  4. Roland has shrunk the legendary Jupiter-8 synth into a powerful desktop format Wallpaper*
  5. Roland n/vision: the first Boutique wavetable Synthesizer – sound demo synth anatomy
 
Japan launches mission to bring home a piece of the Martian moon Phobos - ArsTechnica Tue, 20 Oct 2026 05:59:56 GMT
The climax for MMX will come in 2029, when the spacecraft will attempt up to two landings on Phobos.
 
Halo: Burn the Road Home | Cover Reveal | Halo - Official Site (en) - Halo Waypoint - Google Tue, 20 Oct 2026 05:39:27 GMT
Halo: Burn the Road Home | Cover Reveal | Halo - Official Site (en) Halo Waypoint
 
Birduino Plays Bird Calls on Demand with NFC-enabled Cards - Hack a Day Tue, 20 Oct 2026 05:00:25 GMT
All [Hannah Robertson]’s Birduino needs is for one to tap an NFC-enabled card to the reader, and the device plays one of the vocalizations associated with the bird shown on …read more
 
30% Off Canon Promo Codes | October 2026 - Wired Tue, 20 Oct 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Save an extra 10% or 30% with Canon coupon codes, plus up to $1,600 on cameras, printers, and more this October 2026.
 
eBay Coupons: 20% Off in October 2026 - Wired Tue, 20 Oct 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Save up to 60% on a selection of items at eBay, including electronics, home products, card games, car parts and more.
 
Wayfair Coupons: Up to 80% Off October 2026 - Wired Tue, 20 Oct 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Get 10% off with Wayfair promo code, up to 80% off furniture, and more top coupons.
 
AT&T Promo Codes: $50 Off This October 2026 - Wired Tue, 20 Oct 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Whether you’re looking to upgrade your internet or get the latest phone, we’ve got you covered with our selection of AT&T coupons and deals.
 
Home Chef Promo Codes for October 2026 - Wired Tue, 20 Oct 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Enjoy up to 50% off deliveries, free meals, and more with the latest Home Chef coupons.
 
Whoop Promo Codes: 20% Off This October 2026 - Wired Tue, 20 Oct 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Whether you're looking for a Whoop free trial, student discount, or military savings, our guide to Whoop promo codes will help you maximize your membership benefits. Stay on top of your fitness goals for less.
 
Mattress Firm Coupons: Save up to $700 - Wired Tue, 20 Oct 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Use a Mattress Firm promo code to save on top mattresses, score a free adjustable base, and unlock up to $300 in instant credits.
 
Mint Mobile Discounts for October 2026 - Wired Tue, 20 Oct 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Reduce your monthly cell phone bill with these active Mint Mobile coupons and promos, limited-time promotions, and 5G plan savings.
 
Adorama Camera Coupon Codes & Promo Codes: October 2026 - Wired Tue, 20 Oct 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Upgrade your photography setup for less. Save up to 20% on cameras, lenses, and Apple gear with these verified Adorama promo codes and clearance deals.
 
Chewy Promo Codes: $20 Off October 2026 - Wired Tue, 20 Oct 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Explore Chewy coupon codes for $30 off, $20 off your first order of $49, 50% off pet food, and more October 2026 discounts.
 
50% Off DoorDash Promo Code | October 2026 - Wired Tue, 20 Oct 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Explore today’s top DoorDash promo codes for $25 off your first order, free delivery, and 50% off DashPass for students and select users.
 
MIT spinout makes surgical stitching more like applying a sticky note - MIT Tue, 20 Oct 2026 04:00:00 GMT
SanaHeal has developed a biologically compatible adhesive that sticks to wet tissues to simplify a variety of surgeries.
 
Today’s NYT Mini Crossword Answers for Tuesday, Oct. 20 - CNET Tue, 20 Oct 2026 02:33:44 GMT
Here are hints and the answers for today’s NYT Mini Crossword for Oct. 20, 2026.
 
Making Photovoltaic Solar Cells with a Microwave - Hack a Day Tue, 20 Oct 2026 02:00:38 GMT
Although solar panels may seem like a kind of magic, they’re really quite simple devices, in their silicon form featuring nothing but the p-type silicon wafer and an n-type layer …read more
 
Today’s NYT Connections: Sports Edition Hints and Answers for Oct. 20 #757 - CNET Tue, 20 Oct 2026 00:40:15 GMT
Need a Connections: Sports Edition hint today? Get a hint for each color group in NYT Connections: Sports Edition No. 757 on Tuesday, Oct. 20, then all four answers.
 
Spotify is cracking down on Family plans again, and the penalty can lock you out for a year - Digital Trends - Google Tue, 20 Oct 2026 00:32:26 GMT
  1. Spotify is cracking down on Family plans again, and the penalty can lock you out for a year Digital Trends
  2. Spotify Family plan QR checks: Rules, deadlines, and penalties Mashable
  3. Spotify’s ‘QR code verification’ cracks down on sharing and could ban you for a year 9to5Google
  4. Spotify introduces QR code checks for Family plans, missing verification could mean a year-long ban Firstpost
  5. Spotify is cracking down on Family plan sharing, but you can still bypass the checks Android Authority
 
Seniors Lose More Money to Investment Scams Than Any Other Fraud - CNET Tue, 20 Oct 2026 00:25:15 GMT
Around $3 billion was lost in 2025 to fraud from people aged 60 and over in the US.
 
35 People Who Probably Regret Sending These Very, Very, VERY Embarrassing Texts - BuzzFeed - Google Mon, 19 Oct 2026 23:31:02 GMT
35 People Who Probably Regret Sending These Very, Very, VERY Embarrassing Texts BuzzFeed
 
Smart TV owners have found a new use for AI: Removing home-screen clutter - Mashable - Google Mon, 19 Oct 2026 23:03:56 GMT
  1. Smart TV owners have found a new use for AI: Removing home-screen clutter Mashable
  2. ‘It was so satisfying when I threw a rock through the screen’: the people sick of being spied on by their smart TV The Guardian
  3. People are using AI to make their smart TVs dumb again TechCrunch
  4. Developers Are Using AI to Strip Ads and Tracking From Smart TVs Yahoo Tech
  5. Your Smart TV Has One Big Problem: It's Tracking What You Watch Engadget
 
Pennsylvania issues alert on congenital measles—something US hasn't seen for decades - ArsTechnica Mon, 19 Oct 2026 22:44:26 GMT
Congenital measles can be fatal, and survivors require monitoring for years.
 
Steam on Linux is going 64-bit as Valve leans harder on the platform - TechSpot Mon, 19 Oct 2026 21:33:00 GMT

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

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Symposium highlights MIT’s wide range of innovations for aging brain health - MIT Mon, 19 Oct 2026 21:15:00 GMT
In six talks, researchers from across MIT described projects aimed at advancing the understanding of and interventions against neurodegenerative diseases such as Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s, and ALS.
 
Best Power Bank Deals: Laptops, MagSafe, and More - Wired Mon, 19 Oct 2026 20:55:15 GMT
You can never have too many portable chargers, especially when they’re this discounted.
 
Russian spacecraft maneuvers in "extreme proximity" to satellite used by Ukraine - ArsTechnica Mon, 19 Oct 2026 20:54:17 GMT
"Kosmos 2612 closed from hundreds of kilometers away to extreme proximity to ICEYE-X36."
 
Meta Blames Bot Traffic for No Kings Day Instagram Suspension - CNET Mon, 19 Oct 2026 20:39:50 GMT
The No Kings Coalition says that even after the account was visible again, they couldn’t access it for hours.
 
Accused OpenAI spy had folder called “Saudi Gov Docs,” FBI says - ArsTechnica Mon, 19 Oct 2026 20:21:53 GMT
US fears Saudi government will help ex-OpenAI engineer flee spying charges.
 
OpenAI Engineer Accused of Spying on Executives Ordered to Remain in Custody - Wired Mon, 19 Oct 2026 19:49:17 GMT
A judge ordered Abdulrahman Alfozan to remain in custody, likening the Saudi government’s offer to secure the former OpenAI engineer’s release to a “blank check.”
 
The Best Mixbook Sale for Holiday Cards (2026) - Wired Mon, 19 Oct 2026 19:43:22 GMT
Mixbook is the best card service I’ve tried, and the brand has multiple sales on holiday cards happening now.
 
This mod lets Nvidia GeForce owners run a custom VBIOS without flashing the card - TechSpot Mon, 19 Oct 2026 19:28:00 GMT

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

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PEGI begins moving existing digital-only games with loot boxes up to a 16 rating - GamesIndustry.biz - Google Mon, 19 Oct 2026 19:12:21 GMT
  1. PEGI begins moving existing digital-only games with loot boxes up to a 16 rating GamesIndustry.biz
  2. European age-ratings body PEGI begins raising age-limit of loot box games, like EA Sports FC, to 16 Eurogamer.net
  3. Games with loot boxes receive updated PEGI 16 rating for paid random items Pocket Gamer.biz
  4. Why Marvel Rivals Age Rating Has Gone From 12 To 16+ IMDb
  5. EA Sports FC 27 gets a PEGI 16 rating in Europe because of loot boxes PC Gamer
 
Election Offices in at Least 32 States Have Received Suspicious Letters - Wired Mon, 19 Oct 2026 18:55:05 GMT
WIRED contacted officials in all 50 states and Washington, DC, to uncover the extent of a harassment campaign ahead of the midterms.
 
Japan’s MMX Mission Wants to Bring Martian Moon Samples Back to Earth - Wired Mon, 19 Oct 2026 18:45:06 GMT
JAXA is leading an international mission to reach Mars’ Phobos moon and bring soil back to Earth. If successful, it could unlock new clues about the history of the solar system.
 
Japan Launches Mission to Mars’s Moons and Plans to Bring Samples Home - CNET Mon, 19 Oct 2026 18:35:54 GMT
NASA contributed to this first-of-its-kind mission that may help us understand how our solar system formed.
 
Modern Warfare 4 has the best Steam rating for a Call of Duty game in 16 years - TechSpot Mon, 19 Oct 2026 18:31:00 GMT

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

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I've struggled to use Samsung displays for years, but the Galaxy S27 may finally fix that; here's why - 9to5Google - Google Mon, 19 Oct 2026 18:30:00 GMT
  1. I've struggled to use Samsung displays for years, but the Galaxy S27 may finally fix that; here's why 9to5Google
  2. Exclusive: Galaxy S27, S27+ and S27 Ultra Screen Protector Images Show Expected Sizes SammyGuru
  3. Galaxy S27 Ultra: Samsung fans are still asking for the same upgrades we’ve wanted for years PhoneArena
  4. Tipster says Galaxy S27 Ultra will have slightly thicker bezels than S26 Ultra - GSMArena.com news GSMArena.com
  5. Samsung Galaxy S27 Release Date: Earlier Launch, New Ultra Design Forbes
 
Why teaching AI about symmetry could make prenatal diagnosis more reliable - MIT Mon, 19 Oct 2026 18:20:00 GMT
A model developed by researchers at MIT and Boston Children's Hospital adjusts scans on the fly to track fetal movement, potentially sparing families repeat hospital visits.
 
Reseller says $470,000 worth of Nvidia RTX 5090s went missing at São Paulo airport - TechSpot Mon, 19 Oct 2026 17:47:00 GMT

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

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VSDC Video Editor is a free alternative to resource-hungry editing suites - TechSpot Mon, 19 Oct 2026 17:40:00 GMT
VSDC is a feature-rich video editor that runs smoothly on modest hardware. The free version supports 4K exports without watermarks, screen recording, visual effects, and a wide range of editing tools. While its unconventional interface takes some getting used to, it's a capable alternative to heavier editors.
 
Hackers Exploit Plex2Shell Flaws to Install Crypto Miners and Linux Proxy Backdoor - The Hacker News - Google Mon, 19 Oct 2026 17:32:00 GMT
  1. Hackers Exploit Plex2Shell Flaws to Install Crypto Miners and Linux Proxy Backdoor The Hacker News
  2. PSA: Patch your Plex media server before someone hacks it Ars Technica
  3. Hackers are using unpatched Plex servers as crypto miners, and yours may be at risk XDA
  4. Hackers are hijacking Plex servers to mine crypto. Update ASAP PCWorld
  5. Here is how you can automate Plex Server updates in Docker Neowin
 
Steam Next Fest October 2026 Features Over 40 PC VR Demos - UploadVR - Google Mon, 19 Oct 2026 17:01:32 GMT
  1. Steam Next Fest October 2026 Features Over 40 PC VR Demos UploadVR
  2. Steam Next Fest has become next-to-worthless as AI slop infests a list of 8,000 demos FRVR
  3. 25 Games From The October 2026 Steam Next Fest That You Should Check Out Press Start Australia
  4. Here are some of the MMORPG, MMO, and multiplayer demos in this month’s Steam Next Fest Massively Overpowered
  5. Should your game discovery plans change due to AI & decompilation? The GameDiscoverCo newsletter
 
AI game clones are making indie developers afraid to show their work - Ars Technica - Google Mon, 19 Oct 2026 16:59:22 GMT
  1. AI game clones are making indie developers afraid to show their work Ars Technica
  2. Digital Sun delays ReVamp playtest over AI cloning concerns Game Developer
  3. Game developers cancel upcoming public demo out of fear of AI copycats Mashable
  4. Moonlighter dev delays Steam playtest for its "Tower Defensevania" ReVamp over concerns that AI copycats might clone it before launch Eurogamer.net
  5. ReVamp developer cancels public playtest in case AI users reverse engineer it and publish a clone first Video Games Chronicle
 
US teens can access ‘nudify’ apps despite Apple and Google’s parental controls, report finds - The Guardian - Google Mon, 19 Oct 2026 16:53:00 GMT
  1. US teens can access ‘nudify’ apps despite Apple and Google’s parental controls, report finds The Guardian
  2. TTP - How Apple and Google Make It Easy for Kids to Access Nudify Apps Tech Transparency Project
  3. Think parental controls keep kids away from nudify apps? This report says otherwise Digital Trends
  4. Tech Probe Finds Teens Could Download 135 Nudify Apps on Apple, Google JournalArta
 
Super Mario 64's 30-year-old plaque mystery may finally be solved - TechSpot Mon, 19 Oct 2026 16:52:00 GMT

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

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Nvidia says the RTX 5090 isn't discontinued, but most listings are over $9,300 - TechSpot Mon, 19 Oct 2026 16:14:00 GMT

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

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All-Clad Factory Seconds Sale: Cookware Deals for Fall Cooking - Wired Mon, 19 Oct 2026 16:10:40 GMT
Upgrade your cold-weather cooking setup with discounted cookware for soups, stews, and roasts.
 
The PlayStation 5 is powered by a GPU roughly equal to which PC graphics card? - TechSpot Mon, 19 Oct 2026 16:01:00 GMT
Is it closest to a Radeon, GeForce, or Intel graphics equivalent?
 
WhatsApp Help Pages Leaked Hidden Instructions for a Meta Chatbot - Wired Mon, 19 Oct 2026 16:00:00 GMT
Around 80 pages on WhatsApp’s website exposed instructions that were designed for its chatbot, including “WHAT NOT TO SAY.” Meta says a bug caused the issue.
 
Star Wars: Galactic Racer boss on DLC and the ‘remarkable’ rise of Biddy Blas - Video Games Chronicle - Google Mon, 19 Oct 2026 15:19:51 GMT
  1. Star Wars: Galactic Racer boss on DLC and the ‘remarkable’ rise of Biddy Blas Video Games Chronicle
  2. 'Star Wars: Galactic Racer Was Made By A Core Team Of 75 People' Aftermath
  3. Star Wars Galactic Racer misses the glory days of podracing as much as we do PCWorld
  4. The Netflix series Drive to Survive inspired Star Wars: Galactic Racer GamesIndustry.biz
  5. Star Wars: Galactic Racer's co-dev model could help other devs Game Developer
 
Ahead of GTA 6, a Surprising Percentage of Adults Think Investing in a Fictional Relationship Is Cheating - IGN - Google Mon, 19 Oct 2026 15:16:56 GMT
  1. Ahead of GTA 6, a Surprising Percentage of Adults Think Investing in a Fictional Relationship Is Cheating IGN
  2. 'It gives me the ick': Can you cheat on someone with a video game? BBC
  3. Does Playing Grand Theft Auto VI Count as Cheating? Men and Women Weigh In LevelUp
  4. GTA 6 Romance System Sparks Cheating Debate—UK Poll Finds 6% of Adults Call Virtual Love Infidelity 玩具人 TOY PEOPLE
  5. Lucia and Jason's relationship in GTA VI sparked research - is flirting with a character in a game real infidelity? iXBT.games
 
‘It's a Good Question, and You'll Not Love the Answer’ — Is Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 Really the End of the Rebooted Modern Warfare Story? Infinity Ward Responds - IGN - Google Mon, 19 Oct 2026 14:35:47 GMT
  1. ‘It's a Good Question, and You'll Not Love the Answer’ — Is Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 Really the End of the Rebooted Modern Warfare Story? Infinity Ward Responds IGN
  2. Ready for Launch: Modern Warfare 4 Progression and Prestige Call of Duty® | Best-Selling Video Game Franchise
  3. Call Of Duty: Modern Warfare 4′ s Campaign Is Exactly What I Want From A Big-Budget Shooter Kotaku
  4. You Don't Need An Expensive Console Or High-End PC To Play Call Of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 GameSpot
  5. ‘It Represents an Evolution of the First-Person Shooter’ — Why Infinity Ward Is Giving Extraction Shooters Another Shot in Modern Warfare 4’s DMZ Mode IGN
 
PS5 "bullet ballet" game Saros gets a big update to make it both easier and harder - Eurogamer.net - Google Mon, 19 Oct 2026 13:56:34 GMT
  1. PS5 "bullet ballet" game Saros gets a big update to make it both easier and harder Eurogamer.net
  2. The Saros: Zenith update out today, brings more ways to play for newcomers and veterans alike PlayStation.Blog
  3. One Of 2026's Most Underappreciated Gems Is On Sale And Just Got A Free Update, So Now's The Time To Give It A Shot Kotaku
  4. Saros’s free New Game Plus update is out now, including a Boss Rush mode Video Games Chronicle
  5. PlayStation Shadowdrops Saros Zenith Update With Boss Rush, New Game+ and Fancy Golden Crown Powerups IGN
 
F5 releases out-of-band patches for critical NGINX vulnerabilities - BleepingComputer - Google Mon, 19 Oct 2026 13:49:24 GMT
  1. F5 releases out-of-band patches for critical NGINX vulnerabilities BleepingComputer
  2. F5 rushes out emergency NGINX patches for three critical flaws CSO Online
  3. NGINX Fixes 5 Flaws, Including Possible RCE and a TLS Bug That May Skip Client-Cert Checks The Hacker News
  4. F5 addresses critical NGINX vulnerabilities, including RCE flaws SC Media
  5. F5, Juniper Networks Patch Critical Vulnerabilities SecurityWeek
 
Elon Musk promises to give every child in America a free SpaceX share next year - TechSpot Mon, 19 Oct 2026 13:43:00 GMT

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

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The No. 1 Mistake Most Intelligent People Make, By A Psychologist - Forbes - Google Mon, 19 Oct 2026 13:15:23 GMT
The No. 1 Mistake Most Intelligent People Make, By A Psychologist Forbes
 
MIT researchers say Claude agents left on a virtual island began to play - The Next Web - Google Mon, 19 Oct 2026 13:09:20 GMT
  1. MIT researchers say Claude agents left on a virtual island began to play The Next Web
  2. AI researchers stranded Claude on a virtual desert island. It started to “play.” MIT Technology Review
  3. Researchers Stranded an AI Agent on a Virtual Island. Things Got Very Weird. Gizmodo
  4. Researchers Leave AI Stranded On A Virtual Island With Strange Results HotHardware
  5. What does an AI agent do when it’s left alone with no task? This experiment offers a clue Digital Trends
 
Anthropic wants AI models blocked only if they threaten over $1 billion in damage or more than 50 deaths or serious injuries - TechSpot Mon, 19 Oct 2026 12:13:00 GMT

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

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Nathan Fielder’s Surprise Call From Elizabeth Holmes: ‘I Trust You’ - Wired Mon, 19 Oct 2026 11:30:00 GMT
The codirector of “You Can See Everything” talks exclusively to WIRED about truth, lies, and Theranos.
 
One pilot, two aircraft: F-22 Raptor directs autonomous combat drone in glimpse of future air warfare - TechSpot Mon, 19 Oct 2026 11:15:00 GMT

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

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New iPhone spyware can steal passwords and photos - Fox News - Google Mon, 19 Oct 2026 10:45:24 GMT
  1. New iPhone spyware can steal passwords and photos Fox News
  2. iOS Exploit Kits Can Compromise iPhones Through a Single Malicious Website GBHackers News
  3. Google reveals DarkSword attacker domains but not the hacked sites Pasquale Pillitteri
  4. SlowMist Finds Public DarkSword Code in Deployable iOS Attack Kit TOKENPOST
  5. P7 DarkSword Spyware Can Steal iPhone Data—How to Reduce Your Risk - AppleMagazine AppleMagazine
 
Maricopa County, Arizona, Is Again Ground Zero of Election Conspiracy Theories - Wired Mon, 19 Oct 2026 10:30:00 GMT
In 2020, Maricopa County became the epicenter for Trump’s claims the election was stolen. Six years, later the president and his allies are dusting off their “rigged” playbook ahead of the midterms.
 
How the Xbox’s Disc-to-Digital Program Works - Wired Mon, 19 Oct 2026 10:30:00 GMT
Microsoft is letting players digitize their game discs for free, but don't sell your physical collection just yet.
 
Alienware AW3226Q Tandem WOLED 32-Inch Review - TechSpot Mon, 19 Oct 2026 10:11:00 GMT
Alienware's $700 AW3226Q makes RGB stripe Tandem WOLED more affordable, with superb text clarity and deep blacks. But its 165Hz refresh rate faces tough competition from similarly priced 240Hz OLEDs.
 
The Story of Billy Evans and ‘Theranos 2.0’ - Wired Mon, 19 Oct 2026 10:00:00 GMT
Elizabeth Holmes’ husband is a major figure in Nathan Fielder’s new documentary. But who is Billy Evans—and is he really working on a second blood-testing company?
 
How Elizabeth Holmes Tricked WIRED—and Everyone Else - Wired Mon, 19 Oct 2026 10:00:00 GMT
WIRED was the first magazine to cover Theranos and its enticing billionaire founder. There were warning signs even then.
 
15 Best White Elephant Gifts, Plus a Prank Box to Put Them In (2026) - Wired Mon, 19 Oct 2026 09:39:00 GMT
Bring the gift everyone will want to win from this year’s holiday party, from a cute jacket for a beer can to magnets they’ll wish they could eat.
 
Disney Asked Character.AI to Go Bankrupt for a Get-Out-of-Lawsuits Card - Wired Mon, 19 Oct 2026 09:00:00 GMT
The entertainment giant hopes to get trust and safety tech, among other IP, from a startup whose chatbots dozens of states allege encouraged minors to self-harm and kill their parents.
 
Insta360 Luna Ultra and Luna Pro Review (2026): Steady Does It - Wired Mon, 19 Oct 2026 09:00:00 GMT
Insta360’s Luna Pro and Luna Ultra are the ideal cameras for solo filmmakers, content creators, and independent journalists.
 
Sony patents AI that predicts a game's next frame before the GPU finishes rendering it - TechSpot Sun, 18 Oct 2026 14:48:00 GMT

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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Encryption Is Getting Squeezed From All Sides - Wired Sat, 17 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMT
Canada’s planned surveillance law is the latest grim step in a series of threats to encryption that are spreading around the world.
 
The Best LED Grow Lights for Houseplants This Winter (2026) - Wired Sat, 17 Oct 2026 11:30:00 GMT
Shorter days don’t have to spell trouble for your houseplants. These are the lights we’ve used and loved in our own homes.
 
These 12 Automatic Cat Feeders Were the Best We Tested in 2026 - Wired Sat, 17 Oct 2026 11:02:00 GMT
We tested some of the most popular automatic dry- and wet-food pet feeders to see which ones are worth the money.
 
MapQuest App Shows You Where License Plate Readers Are in Your Area - CNET Fri, 16 Oct 2026 21:00:37 GMT
Turn on the Surveillance option and you’ll see tiny eyeballs on the map marking the cameras’ locations.
 
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.
 
State of Supply Chain Sustainability Report finds corporate commitment at record high, but governance lags behind - MIT Thu, 15 Oct 2026 21:00:00 GMT
MIT's Center for Transportation and Logistics finds sustainability commitments are strong, but governance gaps and external disruptions prevent execution.
 
AI model decodes the language cells use to communicate - MIT Thu, 15 Oct 2026 20:50:00 GMT
A new computational approach reveals how cells communicate to assemble into tissues. This could accelerate stem cell engineering, improve disease models, and inform therapies.
 
Grand Theft Auto 6: The Release Trailer You’ve Been Waiting For - CNET Thu, 15 Oct 2026 19:06:31 GMT
The wait is over, and it’s looking good.
 
Satellite data reveal how Antarctica’s ice cliffs behave over time - MIT Thu, 15 Oct 2026 18:00:00 GMT
The cliffs don’t always collapse in the runaway process that scientists had expected.
 
Building trust in governments through digital platforms - MIT Thu, 15 Oct 2026 13:45:00 GMT
Governments and private companies often work together to provide public services online. A new study asks: How do these partnerships affect people’s trust in government?
 
Q&A: The “collision” between AI, your brain, and society - MIT Thu, 15 Oct 2026 04:00:00 GMT
In a new book, Professor Eric So explores how the technology affects our thinking skills.
 
You Can Play Mafia, Horizon Forbidden West and More Now With PlayStation Plus - CNET Wed, 14 Oct 2026 22:19:58 GMT
Some scary games, like Poppy Playtime: Chapter 2, are also coming to the service for Halloween as well.
 
How to Spot Political Deepfakes and Scams This Midterm Election Season - CNET Wed, 14 Oct 2026 21:42:11 GMT
Election Day is just a few weeks away, but AI-edited political ads are already here.
 
MIT remembers Thomas Rose, a brilliant researcher and generous colleague - MIT Wed, 14 Oct 2026 18:30:00 GMT
Faculty, students, staff, family, and friends gathered to remember the assistant professor and archaeometallurgist who died last month.
 
Researchers improve weather forecasts looking two to six weeks out - MIT Wed, 14 Oct 2026 15:00:00 GMT
A new machine-learning approach broke records for weather forecasting for an important time frame in emergency planning.
 
Hands-On: I Tried Apple’s HomeView. Is This the Smart Home Experience I’ve Been Waiting For? - CNET Wed, 14 Oct 2026 12:03:00 GMT
I’m not easily impressed when it comes to smart home hubs. Here’s why the HomeView is different.
 
Hiroshi Ishii honored for contributions to global design and human-computer interaction - MIT Tue, 13 Oct 2026 21:10:00 GMT
MIT Media Lab professor received the IDSA Special Achievement Award for three decades of research integrating physical and digital environments.
 
How artificial neural networks build their own learning machinery - MIT Tue, 13 Oct 2026 21:00:00 GMT
Machine-learning networks can learn without detailed instructions from a designer. Those that do may offer insight into how the brain reorganizes itself during learning.
 
MIT Lincoln Laboratory hosts National Security Commission on Emerging Biotechnology - MIT Tue, 13 Oct 2026 20:40:00 GMT
Roadshow event highlights Massachusetts' defense-biotechnology ecosystem.
 
Reprogrammed NK immune cells target cancer and autoimmune disorders - MIT Tue, 13 Oct 2026 09:00:00 GMT
A new approach can program these cells inside the body and shows promise against diseases caused by dysfunctional T cells, including lymphoma and autoimmune hepatitis.
 
Q&A: Building accountability behind our words — and AI’s — in civic conversations - MIT Tue, 13 Oct 2026 04:00:00 GMT
Professor Deb Roy contends there should be someone who is “answerable” for every piece of text in public life, no matter its origins.
 
Exploring how plants thrive in a changing environment - MIT Tue, 13 Oct 2026 04:00:00 GMT
Associate Professor David Des Marais studies how plants interact with their surroundings and adapt over time.
 
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.
 
Turning the tide on Massachusetts shellfishing data - MIT Wed, 07 Oct 2026 19:55:00 GMT
MIT researchers built a cloud-based platform to help Massachusetts coastal towns and the state manage shellfishing closures, giving thousands of permit holders a clearer view of where they can fish.
 
Planning system ensures a robot’s flight path will remain collision-free - MIT Wed, 07 Oct 2026 04:00:00 GMT
This new method, called “SANDO,” could help disaster-response robots navigate dangerous, unknown environments.
 
Chris Bourg named vice provost and Barbara K. Ostrom (1978) Director of the MIT Libraries - MIT Tue, 06 Oct 2026 17:00:00 GMT
As director, Bourg has focused on digital access, open and equitable scholarly publishing, and expanded support for data-intensive research.
 
MIT announces the MIT for America initiative, to strengthen STEM education across the country - MIT Tue, 06 Oct 2026 15:00:00 GMT
The effort aims to help U.S. learners from kindergarten to community college, with an emphasis on math, making, and the constructive use of AI.
 
Astronomers catch a star slowly snacking on a brown dwarf, 300 light years away - MIT Mon, 05 Oct 2026 15:00:00 GMT
The discovery reveals a new way that stars and planetary companions can interact.
 
Is Your iPhone 18 Pro Max on AT&T Stuck on SOS? Apple Will Replace the Entire Phone - CNET Fri, 02 Oct 2026 22:37:43 GMT
If you own an iPhone 18 Pro Max, make sure you’ve updated to the latest iOS version.
 
MIT releases financials and endowment figures for 2026 - MIT Fri, 02 Oct 2026 20:00:00 GMT
The Institute’s pooled investments returned 10.3 percent last year; endowment stands at $29.2 billion.
 
Met Warehouse dedication ceremony launches new era - MIT Fri, 02 Oct 2026 20:00:00 GMT
Once a storage castle, now a design stronghold, the landmark building is a major new hub at MIT.
 
3 Questions: A new resource to empower young entrepreneurs - MIT Fri, 02 Oct 2026 04:00:00 GMT
Martin Trust Center Managing Director Bill Aulet introduces Dear Dreamer, a free platform for middle and high school students who want to learn about entrepreneurship.
 
MIT class project turns into an FDA-cleared treatment for tremors - MIT Fri, 02 Oct 2026 04:00:00 GMT
Wristband device from Encora Therapeutics started as a project in 2.009, MIT’s iconic product-design class.
 
Governor Healey and President Kornbluth launch MIT Future Fest - MIT Thu, 01 Oct 2026 18:30:00 GMT
The new, five-day MIT event reaches takeoff with a forum about discovery and innovation.
 
This game-playing AI is the new champ at Stratego - MIT Wed, 30 Sep 2026 15:00:00 GMT
Able to defeat top-ranked human players and more efficient than other models, the new system could help decision-makers in military maneuvers or business negotiations.
 
Lung cancers can use two different mechanisms to evade KRAS-inhibiting drugs - MIT Wed, 30 Sep 2026 09:00:00 GMT
Some tumor cells develop resistance by amplifying the KRAS gene, while others change their tumor type, MIT researchers have found.
 
Who we become when we talk to machines - MIT Tue, 29 Sep 2026 04:00:00 GMT
Professor Sherry Turkle’s new book, “Artificial Intimacy,” offers a withering critique of chatbots and the antisocial dynamics she believes they encourage.
 
The effects of an “algorithmic monoculture” depend on the details - MIT Tue, 29 Sep 2026 04:00:00 GMT
In a study focusing on hiring decisions, MIT researchers found the use of a single algorithm by many firms could benefit job seekers in certain situations.
 
Powered by muscle cells, a paper-thin robot swims through watery maze - MIT Tue, 29 Sep 2026 04:00:00 GMT
MIT engineers’ new aquabot offers a way to design small, efficient “biohybrid” robots.
 
Pressurized experiments could help wind farms generate more power - MIT Mon, 28 Sep 2026 15:00:00 GMT
A new way of simulating wind turbines in the field shows how tweaking turbine operation could unlock tens of thousands of dollars per turbine every year.
 
New formulation helps RNA vaccines withstand high temperatures - MIT Mon, 28 Sep 2026 09:00:00 GMT
MIT engineers have found a way to stabilize the lipid nanoparticles used to deliver RNA vaccines, which could allow the vaccines to be more widely distributed.
 
A new technique could accelerate the development of RNA therapies - MIT Fri, 25 Sep 2026 17:25:00 GMT
MIT chemical engineers found a way to rapidly produce lipid nanoparticles of varying sizes, which could make it easier to develop new vaccines and therapeutics.
 
Scattering neutrinos to probe the fundamental laws of the universe - MIT Fri, 25 Sep 2026 04:00:00 GMT
As she became integral to an international particle physics experiment, PhD student Faith Reyes found confidence in herself as a scientist.
 
Biologists identify a cellular pathway that allows colorectal cancer to metastasize - MIT Thu, 24 Sep 2026 18:00:00 GMT
They also found that obesity may put patients at higher risk for activation of the pathway. Drugs that block the pathway may help prevent metastasis.
 
New cell-collection device could improve early cancer detection - MIT Thu, 24 Sep 2026 15:00:00 GMT
MIT researchers developed a handheld system that gently collects living cells from patient samples to aid cancer testing and development of personalized medicines.
 
The promise and peril of using visual AI to study cities - MIT Thu, 24 Sep 2026 04:00:00 GMT
In their new book, “How AI Sees the City,” the leaders of MIT’s Senseable City Lab examine the technology’s implications for researching urban life.
 
Verizon Sets New iPhone Handoff Feature at $10, Double T-Mobile’s Price (and Still No AT&T Interest) - CNET Wed, 16 Sep 2026 09:00:00 GMT
Just in time for the iPhone Duo, Verizon joins T-Mobile in supporting Apple’s clever feature for quickly switching between two phones.
 
“You're going to see the impact in 10 years” - President Kornbluth returns to GBH’s “Boston Public Radio” to discuss scientific funding and curiosity driven research - MIT Tue, 01 Sep 2026 04:00:00 GMT
Kornbluth weighed in on the consequences of cuts to federal funding for science and the value of curiosity driven research.
 
Your Phone Can Now Spot Smart Glasses Faster Than You Can - CNET Mon, 24 Aug 2026 20:32:46 GMT
Amid broad privacy concerns, new apps such as Zuckoff help detect smart glasses in the wild.
 
Old Tech Shouldn’t Go in the Trash. Recycle It Here Instead - CNET Wed, 03 Apr 2024 21:25:14 GMT
Goodwill’s Dell Reconnect program accepts computers and accessories from any brand, working or not, at participating stores.