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Another Ryzen 7 7800X3D reportedly burns out despite AMD's voltage fix - TechSpot Fri, 14 Aug 2026 18:07:00 GMT

According to Redditor Magoth04, a three-month-old Ryzen 7 7800X3D was irreparably damaged while installed in a fully updated MSI PRO X870-P WIFI motherboard. The post claims that the system abruptly shut down while gaming a few days ago and then entered a boot loop before dying for good.

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Drug that targets an inflammatory enzyme could help prevent lung cancer - MIT Fri, 14 Aug 2026 18:00:00 GMT
A new study by MIT researchers shows that inhibiting caspase-1 can reduce the risk of tumor growth.
 
Apple’s Warnings About Spyware Are Real, Don’t Ignore Them - CNET Fri, 14 Aug 2026 17:28:54 GMT
“Mercenary spyware” isn’t targeted at everybody, but don’t skip the notification if you see it.
 
McLaren's New Supercar Brings Back The Manual After 34 Years - Motor1.com - Google Fri, 14 Aug 2026 17:25:42 GMT
  1. McLaren's New Supercar Brings Back The Manual After 34 Years Motor1.com
  2. Better Late Than Never: McLaren Brings Back a Manual Gearbox with the Sleek McL 6GT Car and Driver
  3. McLaren Revives Manual in First Stick-Shift Supercar Since F1 The Drive
  4. Photos: See the McLaren MCL 6GT from Every Angle Road & Track
  5. Gallery: 2028 McLaren McL 6GT Photos Autoweek
 
Marvel's Wolverine arrives complete on disc, just as physical gaming fades - TechSpot Fri, 14 Aug 2026 17:22:00 GMT

During a recent interview, Insomniac's Senior Project Director Jess Reiner-Reed confirmed that Marvel's Wolverine will bring a pleasant surprise to fans of physical game releases. The upcoming action game will be fully playable from the disc, meaning user will be able to enjoy the experience straight out of the box...

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The Mandalorian and Grogu will hit Disney+ on September 2 - Engadget Fri, 14 Aug 2026 17:05:23 GMT
If you didn't catch it in theaters, here's when you can watch it on Disney+.
 
Google adds a toggle in Gemini and Flow to remove visible watermarks from AI-generated images, videos, and music; SynthID watermarks and C2PA metadata remain (Emma Roth/The Verge) - Techmeme Fri, 14 Aug 2026 17:00:51 GMT

Emma Roth / The Verge:
Google adds a toggle in Gemini and Flow to remove visible watermarks from AI-generated images, videos, and music; SynthID watermarks and C2PA metadata remain — Google will still embed invisible SynthID and C2PA watermarks into AI-generated images, videos, and music.
 
Apple officially opens ad bookings for businesses on Apple Maps ahead of an upcoming full rollout across the US and Canada (Ryan Christoffel/9to5Mac) - Techmeme Fri, 14 Aug 2026 16:45:02 GMT

Ryan Christoffel / 9to5Mac:
Apple officially opens ad bookings for businesses on Apple Maps ahead of an upcoming full rollout across the US and Canada — Ads are coming to Apple Maps soon in the US and Canada, and today businesses can start booking their own ads. Here are the details, including a limited-time promotional offer for businesses.
 
Anthropic is heading toward the largest IPO ever, at a possible $2 trillion valuation - TechSpot Fri, 14 Aug 2026 16:40:00 GMT

The expectations are driven by Anthropic's rapid revenue growth. Investors expect its annualized revenue to reach $100 billion to $120 billion by the end of 2026. Anthropic said in May that its annualized revenue had surpassed $47 billion.

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Hackaday Podcast Episode 382: Glueballs, Borg Cubes, and Supersonic Trebuchets - Hack a Day Fri, 14 Aug 2026 16:35:52 GMT
It’s still hot on both sides of the Atlantic, but Kristina has a new secret weapon for staying cool without making noise. Will Elliot and the others follow suit? Time …read more
 
Your car's dash cam might be illegal in some states — Here's how to check - Engadget Fri, 14 Aug 2026 16:30:00 GMT
Dash cam laws vary from one state to the next. Check the laws of states you'll be driving through.
 
Audacity remains one of the best free tools for editing audio - TechSpot Fri, 14 Aug 2026 16:23:00 GMT
Audacity remains one of the easiest ways to record, edit, clean up, and export audio without paying for a full production suite. It handles everything from quick trims and format conversions to podcasts, noise reduction, and basic mastering, with support for Windows, Mac, and Linux. It's also one of our Essential Apps for Windows and macOS.
 
Google will now allow users to remove visible watermark from its AI generations - TechCrunch - Google Fri, 14 Aug 2026 16:13:40 GMT
  1. Google will now allow users to remove visible watermark from its AI generations TechCrunch
  2. You can now turn off Google Gemini’s visible watermarks The Verge
  3. Gemini app gets 3.7 Flash & setting to turn off corner media watermarks 9to5Google
  4. Google Will Let Users Hide Visible AI Watermarks While Keeping Hidden Verification Межа. Новини України.
  5. Gemini Adds New ON/OFF Setting for Media Watermarks jetstream.blog
 
Alibaba releases weights for Qwen3.8 models under Apache 2.0 license, including Qwen3.8-27B, which it says beats Qwen3.7-Plus and excels in real-world coding (@alibaba_qwen) - Techmeme Fri, 14 Aug 2026 16:12:11 GMT

@alibaba_qwen:
Alibaba releases weights for Qwen3.8 models under Apache 2.0 license, including Qwen3.8-27B, which it says beats Qwen3.7-Plus and excels in real-world coding — We promised open weights for Qwen3.8. Now, time to meet them! 🎉 ⚡ Qwen3.8-27B: - A native multimodal dense model. With just 27B parameters, it outperforms Qwen3.7-Plus overall and shines in real-world coding & office workflows. - 262K native context, easily extendable to 1M
 
Ars Live recap: How can we stop publishers from killing their own games? - ArsTechnica Fri, 14 Aug 2026 16:11:37 GMT
The Stop Killing Games movement faces an uphill battle.
 
Watch Gameplay of a Brand New Control Resonant Boss Fight - IGN - Google Fri, 14 Aug 2026 16:00:00 GMT
  1. Watch Gameplay of a Brand New Control Resonant Boss Fight IGN
  2. How Long Does it Takes to Beat Control Resonant? games.gg
  3. Control Resonant will feature a crazy subway with trains attacking from all sides ixbt.games
  4. Control Resonant Has No Parry Mechanic And I Don’t Know How To Feel About That Yahoo Tech
  5. Control Resonant launches September 24, 2026: story and gameplay so far en.softonic.com
 
France's top court strikes down social media ban for children under 15 - Engadget Fri, 14 Aug 2026 15:48:38 GMT
President Macron has asked the government to rewrite France's proposed social media ban for children.
 
Judge gives Google one week to fix "anticompetitive" app store download in Google Play - ArsTechnica Fri, 14 Aug 2026 15:46:40 GMT
Third-party app stores are about to become more visible in Google Play.
 
Google ordered to make it easier to download alternative Android app stores - Ars Technica - Google Fri, 14 Aug 2026 15:46:40 GMT
  1. Google ordered to make it easier to download alternative Android app stores Ars Technica
  2. ‘That is not acceptable’: Judge orders Google to make rival app store installs easier The Verge
  3. Aptoide Returns to Google Play After More Than a Decade, Opening a New Chapter for Competition on Android PR Newswire
  4. An Android App Store Competitor Is Available In The Play Store Engadget
  5. Google Play Store starts distributing third-party Android app stores – here's how it works [Gallery] 9to5Google
 
Enterprise SSDs now consume 48% of global NAND flash supply - TechSpot Fri, 14 Aug 2026 15:44:00 GMT

A recent study by Counterpoint Research highlights the seismic shift the NAND flash industry is undergoing because of generative AI and chatbot services. While AI training workloads are increasingly being replaced by inference tasks, enterprise SSDs are consuming around half of the world's entire NAND supply.

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Snooping Flume Water Monitor Data On The Wire - Hack a Day Fri, 14 Aug 2026 15:30:15 GMT
[Stephen] had an interesting piece of hardware at home—namely, a Flume water monitor. It’s a smart device which reports usage data to Flume’s servers, and the water utility in turn. …read more
 
Get the best battery life for your MacBook by changing these settings - Engadget Fri, 14 Aug 2026 15:30:00 GMT
Laptop batteries don't last forever, but there are some things that you can do today that may affect the lifespan of your MacBook's battery.
 
In Q2, "other income", mostly from investment gains, at Amazon and Alphabet totaled ~$121B after taxes and made up 66% and 71%, respectively, of profits (Jonathan Weil/Wall Street Journal) - Techmeme Fri, 14 Aug 2026 15:30:00 GMT

Jonathan Weil / Wall Street Journal:
In Q2, “other income”, mostly from investment gains, at Amazon and Alphabet totaled ~$121B after taxes and made up 66% and 71%, respectively, of profits — Gains on investments in companies like Anthropic are boosting earnings at some of the biggest technology companies
 
R-rated director's cut of X-Files film restores Chris Carter's original horror vision - ArsTechnica Fri, 14 Aug 2026 15:18:22 GMT
Chris Carter chats with Ars about the film he originally wanted to make—and why it's more relevant than ever.
 
It's Long Past Time Nintendo Gave Mario A Gun, You Cowards - Kotaku - Google Fri, 14 Aug 2026 15:03:29 GMT
It's Long Past Time Nintendo Gave Mario A Gun, You Cowards Kotaku
 
Taylor Farms' connections to Trump admin spurs probe into Cyclospora response - ArsTechnica Fri, 14 Aug 2026 15:03:16 GMT
Senator Warren questions whether Taylor Farms' influence swayed Trump admin.
 
Feature: One Year On, Is Anyone Still Playing Drag x Drive? - Nintendo Life - Google Fri, 14 Aug 2026 15:00:00 GMT
Feature: One Year On, Is Anyone Still Playing Drag x Drive? Nintendo Life
 
Tech Visionary Says the Big AI Labs Don’t Get What People Want - Wired Fri, 14 Aug 2026 15:00:00 GMT
Tim O’Reilly built a publishing empire that AI is helping to destroy. Yet he loves AI—as long as it’s open source.
 
Cells pulse together as they grow — and malignant cells pulse the longest - MIT Fri, 14 Aug 2026 15:00:00 GMT
MIT researchers discovered a cellular dance that may offer clues to the development of cancer, asthma, and other diseases.
 
NASA-tested vest could cut astronauts' radiation exposure by 60% during major solar storms - TechSpot Fri, 14 Aug 2026 14:42:00 GMT

The AstroRad vest flew around the moon in 2022 on Zohar, one of two female manikins aboard NASA's Orion capsule. Researchers compared Zohar's readings with those from Helga, a second manikin that wore no vest. Both contained thousands of radiation sensors.

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Porsche Heard You: The Manual 911 Carrera S Is Back - Motor1.com - Google Fri, 14 Aug 2026 14:38:36 GMT
  1. Porsche Heard You: The Manual 911 Carrera S Is Back Motor1.com
  2. Porsche Is Bringing Back the Manual 911 Carrera S Robb Report
  3. Photos: See the 2027 Porsche 911 Carrera S with MT Package from Every Angle Road & Track
  4. Gallery: Porsche 911 Carrera S MT Photos Autoweek
  5. Three pedals. Six speeds. Endless smiles. The manual 911 Carrera S returns to North America Porsche Newsroom
 
OpenAI and Anthropic in price war as Chinese AI rivals gain ground - ArsTechnica Fri, 14 Aug 2026 14:27:14 GMT
US groups release cheaper models after new challenges to their trillion-dollar ambitions.
 
tvOS 27 could push you to upgrade to new Apple TV 4K - 9to5Mac - Google Fri, 14 Aug 2026 14:21:00 GMT
  1. tvOS 27 could push you to upgrade to new Apple TV 4K 9to5Mac
  2. Apple TV has lost the plot Macworld
  3. New Apple TV 4K 2026: Release Date and Everything We Know So Far macobserver.com
  4. tvOS 27 Compatible Apple TV Models: Should You Upgrade? Gadget Hacks
  5. The new Apple TV is closer than ever Pocket-lint
 
Compulsion Games becomes publisher of South of Midnight on Steam, suggesting departure from Xbox amid major restructuring is now complete - Eurogamer - Google Fri, 14 Aug 2026 14:17:44 GMT
  1. Compulsion Games becomes publisher of South of Midnight on Steam, suggesting departure from Xbox amid major restructuring is now complete Eurogamer
  2. Compulsion Games is now South of Midnight's sole publisher Instant Gaming News
  3. Compulsion Games Now Self-Publishes South of Midnight ixbt.games
 
Source: Greg Brockman is "in founder mode" and getting more involved across every level of OpenAI to build out a leadership team ahead of an expected IPO (Madison Mills/Axios) - Techmeme Fri, 14 Aug 2026 14:15:01 GMT

Madison Mills / Axios:
Source: Greg Brockman is “in founder mode” and getting more involved across every level of OpenAI to build out a leadership team ahead of an expected IPO — A wave of top OpenAI executives — including Sam Altman's top deputy, a longtime chief operating officer and the chief revenue officer …

 
Samsung's $1,900 Galaxy Z Fold 8 still has a serious problem with dust getting into its hinge - TechSpot Fri, 14 Aug 2026 14:11:00 GMT

iFixit's teardown video notes that the Galaxy Z Fold 8 has an IP48 rating, confirming it is protected against foreign objects 1mm in diameter and larger, and can withstand immersion in up to 1.5 meters of fresh water for 30 minutes.

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This Week in Security: BugTraq, AI Hacks, and Being Dumb On Planes - Hack a Day Fri, 14 Aug 2026 14:00:01 GMT
After a multi-year hiatus, the venerable BugTraq mailing list is back! For decades, BugTraq was the place where vulnerabilities were disclosed, from the early days when nearly all vendors viewed …read more
 
France's top court blocks a bill banning social media for under-15s, saying it infringed upon freedom of expression; Macron orders the PM to rework the bill (Reuters) - Techmeme Fri, 14 Aug 2026 13:55:01 GMT

Reuters:
France's top court blocks a bill banning social media for under-15s, saying it infringed upon freedom of expression; Macron orders the PM to rework the bill — France's top court on Friday blocked a bill banning social media access for under-15s, saying it infringed upon freedom of expression …

 
Nine PBS lost access to 50TB of archives when its data center vanished - TechSpot Fri, 14 Aug 2026 13:42:00 GMT

Nine PBS in St. Louis is suing the owner of a Denver-based data center after spending much of this year attempting to regain access to more than 50TB of its archival data. The data center became defunct and changed ownership multiple times under circumstances that remain unclear.

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Black Hole Stars Are Apparently Real and Help Explain a Long-Standing Mystery - CNET Fri, 14 Aug 2026 13:40:41 GMT
Astronomers may have discovered a bizarre new type of star with a black hole at its center.
 
30 New Things Your iPhone Can Do in iOS 27 - macrumors.com - Google Fri, 14 Aug 2026 13:24:47 GMT
  1. 30 New Things Your iPhone Can Do in iOS 27 macrumors.com
  2. iOS 27 beta leaks all 6 new models in Apple’s iPhone 18 lineup Macworld
  3. 4 Cool New Features Coming to Your iPhone’s Lock Screen Gear Patrol
  4. iOS 27 beta 5 adds new app icons for Siri, Safari, and more 9to5Mac
  5. iOS 27 beta 5 arrives. Here’s what’s new. Mashable
 
People are injecting fat from dead bodies. It’s called ‘zombie filler’ - USA Today - Google Fri, 14 Aug 2026 13:23:00 GMT
People are injecting fat from dead bodies. It’s called ‘zombie filler’ USA Today
 
'Every Review Just Compared It to Skyrim' — Why The Lord of the Rings: War in the North Got 'Lost in the Wash' Back in 2011 - IGN - Google Fri, 14 Aug 2026 13:20:44 GMT
  1. 'Every Review Just Compared It to Skyrim' — Why The Lord of the Rings: War in the North Got 'Lost in the Wash' Back in 2011 IGN
  2. Former WB director says Lord of the Rings: War in the North should never have released at the same time as Skyrim Video Games Chronicle
  3. ‘Look Forward to More Classic The Lord of the Rings Rereleases’ Insider Gaming
  4. 2011 The Lord Of The Rings Game Gets Surprise Re-Release Today GameSpot
  5. The Lord Of The Rings: War In The North Re-Release Promises To Be The First Of Many From The Tolkien Catalog Kotaku
 
Mafia Remake Joins The Old Country on PS5 in Full Series Collection with 60FPS, Visual Upgrades - Push Square - Google Fri, 14 Aug 2026 13:15:00 GMT
  1. Mafia Remake Joins The Old Country on PS5 in Full Series Collection with 60FPS, Visual Upgrades Push Square
  2. 'A Surviving Franchise' — After 25 Years of Ups and Downs, the Mafia Games and the People Who Make Them Are Alive and Kicking IGN
  3. GTA 6 publisher drops free PS5 upgrade for open-world remake, but PS Plus users can't claim it gamingbible.com
  4. Mafia Definitive Edition reportedly coming to PS5 and Xbox Series X|S as official ESRB rating surfaces Notebookcheck
  5. Here's What The Mafia: Definitive Edition Upgrade Looks Like On Xbox Series X Pure Xbox
 
A smart feeder outage left some cats and dogs without scheduled meals - TechSpot Fri, 14 Aug 2026 13:08:00 GMT

The company said the issue involved communication between the Petlibro app, its devices, and online servers. Its status page later said service had been fully restored, but users continued to report offline devices and missed feeding schedules after that update.

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You Don’t Always Need a Student ID for Apple’s Back-to-School Deals - CNET Fri, 14 Aug 2026 12:40:29 GMT
Apple has a hidden certified refurbished store that offers the popular MacBook Neo for $100 off.
 
Phantom Blade Zero can run on old GPUs, but you'll need way more for ray tracing - TechSpot Fri, 14 Aug 2026 12:39:00 GMT

Pre-orders are now open for Phantom Blade Zero, a kung fu-themed action-adventure game that aims to follow in the footsteps of prior Chinese hits such as Black Myth: Wukong. Despite featuring highly detailed Unreal Engine 5 graphics, developer S-Game Studio claims that the game can achieve high frame rates on...

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Life on Mars? It Remains a Tantalizing Topic for Scientific Study - CNET Fri, 14 Aug 2026 12:30:00 GMT
Earth’s neighbor still has secrets that science is trying to figure out, and one of them is potential signs of life.
 
Google has another Pixel 11 discount for up to $175 off, here’s where to find it - 9to5Google - Google Fri, 14 Aug 2026 12:30:00 GMT
  1. Google has another Pixel 11 discount for up to $175 off, here’s where to find it 9to5Google
  2. The Pixel 11 series: Your most personal Pixel yet blog.google
  3. Google’s best new camera feature is only for the Pixel 11 series The Verge
  4. Google’s new Pixel 11 puts Gemini at center of AI phone battle with Apple CNBC
  5. Google becomes latest company to raise prices thanks to memory shortage Yahoo Finance
 
You'll Have to Wait Until 2028 to Play PS5's Shiniest, Jankiest Sci-Fi Adventure - Push Square - Google Fri, 14 Aug 2026 12:00:00 GMT
  1. You'll Have to Wait Until 2028 to Play PS5's Shiniest, Jankiest Sci-Fi Adventure Push Square
  2. Long-Awaited PlayStation 5 RPG Finally Gets Release Date Window PlayStation LifeStyle
  3. Neo Berlin 2087 trailers are not AI-generated - cyberpunk action game developers deny rumors ixbt.games
  4. NEO BERLIN 2087 launches in 2028 Gematsu
  5. Cyberpunk 2077 rival Neo Berlin 2087 gets thrilling first-look gamingbible.com
 
Google’s Pixel Phones Are Getting a Tap-to-Share Feature for Contact Info and More - CNET Fri, 14 Aug 2026 12:00:00 GMT
Google says the new Quick Share feature is an “instant, two-way exchange” for sharing.
 
Best Wireless Chargers (2026): My Picks After Testing 100+ - Wired Fri, 14 Aug 2026 12:00:00 GMT
Stop fumbling for cables in the dark. These WIRED-tested stands and pads will take the hassle out of refueling your phone, wireless earbuds, and watch.
 
CMF has managed to make cheap but good clip earbuds - The Verge - Google Fri, 14 Aug 2026 12:00:00 GMT
  1. CMF has managed to make cheap but good clip earbuds The Verge
  2. Nothing’s CMF Clip Pro earbuds are my accessory of the summer Creative Bloq
  3. CMF Clip Pro preorders are live with a $20 discount at Amazon SoundGuys
  4. The Verge reviewed the CMF Clip Pro open-ear headphones UA.NEWS
  5. CMF Clip Pro Open Ear Earbuds Bring LDAC and a Smart Dial for $99 eCoustics
 
The Biggest Xbox Game of the Fall Is Getting Its Own Limited-Edition Controller - IGN - Google Fri, 14 Aug 2026 11:58:44 GMT
  1. The Biggest Xbox Game of the Fall Is Getting Its Own Limited-Edition Controller IGN
  2. Prepare for Emergence Day with the Gears of War: E-Day Limited Edition XBOX Wireless Controllers news.xbox.com
  3. Xbox Reveals Special Edition Gears of War: E-Day Wireless Controller Design and Design Lab Elements TechPowerUp
  4. Xbox Unveils Two New Official Controllers For Gears Of War E-Day Pure Xbox
  5. The Gears Of War: E-Day Xbox Controller Is Microsoft’s Best In 2026 Forbes
 
Elon Musk earned over 2.5 million times more than Tesla workers as CEO pay surged again - TechSpot Fri, 14 Aug 2026 11:58:00 GMT

A report by the American Federation of Labor and Congress of Industrial Organizations (AFL-CIO) – the largest federation of labor unions in the United States – revealed that CEOs now receive more than 300 times the pay of working people. But that figure excludes Musk because his $158 billion compensation skews the numbers.

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The 4 Best Planners of 2026: Roterunner, Hobonichi, Cloth & Paper - Wired Fri, 14 Aug 2026 11:33:00 GMT
If digital calendars are leaving you lacking, these WIRED-tested paper agendas and notebooks could change your life.
 
SK hynix is now Kioxia's biggest shareholder, but taking control won't be easy - TechSpot Fri, 14 Aug 2026 11:15:00 GMT

Kioxia said that BCPE Pangea Cayman2, known as SPC2, owned 14.19% of its shares as of July 31. Toshiba's stake fell to 14.12% after it sold shares in the market last month, putting SPC2 in the top position.

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Sources: stablecoin payments company RedotPay has delayed its plans for a US IPO to 2027 or later, as it seeks regulatory approvals and deals with legal issues (Bloomberg) - Techmeme Fri, 14 Aug 2026 11:15:00 GMT

Bloomberg:
Sources: stablecoin payments company RedotPay has delayed its plans for a US IPO to 2027 or later, as it seeks regulatory approvals and deals with legal issues — RedotPay has delayed plans for an initial public offering in the US as the stablecoin payments company seeks regulatory approvals …

 
Chip equipment maker Lam Research plans to invest $3B+ over five years to expand its global R&D network, as it seeks to increase its experiment capacity by 50%+ (Anzar Mehraj/Reuters) - Techmeme Fri, 14 Aug 2026 11:05:13 GMT

Anzar Mehraj / Reuters:
Chip equipment maker Lam Research plans to invest $3B+ over five years to expand its global R&D network, as it seeks to increase its experiment capacity by 50%+ — Lam Research (LRCX.O) said on Thursday it intends to invest more than $3 billion in the next five years to expand …

 
Rocket Report: Rocket Lab shows off its flexibility; Blue Origin's two-pad plan - ArsTechnica Fri, 14 Aug 2026 11:00:49 GMT
"We’ve never seen launch capacity so constrained."
 
ShieldFont: Bludgeoning AI Scrapers that Disrespect Robots.txt - Hack a Day Fri, 14 Aug 2026 11:00:48 GMT
In the more innocent days of the World Wide Web you could simply put a robots.txt file in the root of your website that search engine indexing bots and similar …read more
 
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra review: The ultra foldable with an ultra price - ArsTechnica Fri, 14 Aug 2026 11:00:05 GMT
Samsung didn't have to change much this year because its hardware is just that good.
 
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra review: The ultra foldable with an ultra price - Ars Technica - Google Fri, 14 Aug 2026 11:00:05 GMT
  1. Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra review: The ultra foldable with an ultra price Ars Technica
  2. These Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 8 Deals Can Help You Save Big on the Stylish Foldable CNET
  3. Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 review: your passport to a folding phone future The Guardian
  4. [Galaxy Unpacked July 2026] One City, Three Perspectives: Capturing London With Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra, Galaxy Z Fold8, and Galaxy Z Flip8 samsung.com
  5. Samsung’s $1,900 Z Fold 8 is still vulnerable to pocket lint The Verge
 
FTC Strikes Deals to Ignore Unlawful Credit Discrimination - Wired Fri, 14 Aug 2026 11:00:00 GMT
The agency signed agreements to not enforce parts of three federal court orders against auto dealers accused of discrimination—and didn’t notify judges or at least one of its coplaintiffs.
 
DeepSeek's AI models are about to cost four times more - Engadget Fri, 14 Aug 2026 10:58:24 GMT
DeepSeek has announced price hikes for its V4 models.
 
These ‘Masturbation Consultants’ Were Hired to Pleasure Themselves With AI - WIRED - Google Fri, 14 Aug 2026 10:45:00 GMT
These ‘Masturbation Consultants’ Were Hired to Pleasure Themselves With AI WIRED
 
These ‘Masturbation Consultants’ Were Hired to Pleasure Themselves With AI - Wired Fri, 14 Aug 2026 10:45:00 GMT
Joi AI hired 10 people to masturbate using AI companions as part of a monthlong “wellness” study. The company claims the practice could help “solve male loneliness.”
 
DeepSeek debuts DeepSeek Harness under the MIT license in developer preview, touting a design where "everything is a plugin" that can be swapped out as a plugin (Carl Franzen/VentureBeat) - Techmeme Fri, 14 Aug 2026 10:40:01 GMT

Carl Franzen / VentureBeat:
DeepSeek debuts DeepSeek Harness under the MIT license in developer preview, touting a design where “everything is a plugin” that can be swapped out as a plugin — DeepSeek is expanding beyond the model layer and deeper into the software developers use to put AI agents to work.
 
Best Buy Has a Massive 24-Hour Sale on Magic: The Gathering — Now Live - IGN - Google Fri, 14 Aug 2026 10:37:11 GMT
Best Buy Has a Massive 24-Hour Sale on Magic: The Gathering — Now Live IGN
 
Halo: Campaign Evolved studio outlines five key updates that'll drop with next week's big patch - Eurogamer - Google Fri, 14 Aug 2026 10:35:29 GMT
  1. Halo: Campaign Evolved studio outlines five key updates that'll drop with next week's big patch Eurogamer
  2. Big improvements are coming to Halo: Campaign Evolved OC3D
  3. ‘Out of scale, no mystery, damn ugly’ Halo’s original art director shares his thoughts on Campaign Evolved’s architecture Video Games Chronicle
  4. 'HALO: CAMPAIGN EVOLVED' GETS A RETAIL RELEASE DATE ICv2
  5. The 'father of Master Chief' doesn't like the new Halo's new halos Yahoo Tech
 
Best Pixel 10 Cases and Accessories (2026): Mous, dbrand, Bellroy - Wired Fri, 14 Aug 2026 10:31:00 GMT
Protect your Pixel 10a, Pixel 10, or Pixel 10 Pro XL with a tried-and-true phone case, screen protector, and Qi2 charger.
 
I Wore an Electrical Muscle Stimulation Body Suit to Zap Myself Into Fitness - Wired Fri, 14 Aug 2026 10:30:00 GMT
Can electrifying your workout offer a shortcut to a stronger, fitter you? I sweated in a skintight EMS suit for two months to find out.
 
I Wore an Electrical Muscle Stimulation Body Suit to Zap Myself Into Fitness - WIRED - Google Fri, 14 Aug 2026 10:30:00 GMT
I Wore an Electrical Muscle Stimulation Body Suit to Zap Myself Into Fitness WIRED
 
Sources: Alibaba is nearing a deal to sell its Lingxi Games to PE firm Trustar Capital at a potential $1.5B+ valuation, as Alibaba continues its reorganization (Bloomberg) - Techmeme Fri, 14 Aug 2026 10:20:06 GMT

Bloomberg:
Sources: Alibaba is nearing a deal to sell its Lingxi Games to PE firm Trustar Capital at a potential $1.5B+ valuation, as Alibaba continues its reorganization — Asian private equity firm Trustar Capital is nearing a deal to acquire Alibaba Group Holding Ltd.'s video game business, according to people with knowledge of the matter.
 
The US will let private companies hack back at cybercriminals for the first time - TechSpot Fri, 14 Aug 2026 10:19:00 GMT

President Donald Trump signed the National Security Presidential Memorandum on Wednesday. The move marks the first time the federal government has authorized private companies to conduct offensive cyber operations.

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People Are ‘Marrying’ Chatbots. These Lawmakers Want to Stop Them - Wired Fri, 14 Aug 2026 10:15:00 GMT
Human-AI marriages are not currently recognized by US law. Some Republican state policymakers are drafting legislation to keep it that way.
 
Epic v. Google: in a compliance hearing, a judge orders Google to remove "anticompetitive friction" for installing third-party app stores from its Play Store (Sean Hollister/The Verge) - Techmeme Fri, 14 Aug 2026 10:05:01 GMT

Sean Hollister / The Verge:
Epic v. Google: in a compliance hearing, a judge orders Google to remove “anticompetitive friction” for installing third-party app stores from its Play Store — Judge Donato was not having Google's ‘anticompetitive friction.’ — One month after Epic Games and Google seemingly stopped fighting …

 
Sources: JPMorgan Chase terminated its banking relationship with Polymarket in 2025 over regulatory concerns, though it still maintains some ties to the company (Financial Times) - Techmeme Fri, 14 Aug 2026 10:00:01 GMT

Financial Times:
Sources: JPMorgan Chase terminated its banking relationship with Polymarket in 2025 over regulatory concerns, though it still maintains some ties to the company — Largest US bank has continued to cultivate ties with prediction platform as it seeks $20bn valuation
 
Best Computer Monitors (2026): The Home Office Upgrade You Need - Wired Fri, 14 Aug 2026 10:00:00 GMT
My expert advice on what computer monitor to buy for your home office, ranging from budget-tier to fully featured.
 
5 Weird Tricks for Having a Brain - Wired Fri, 14 Aug 2026 10:00:00 GMT
From the multibrained octopus to the bitty brain organoid, we’re all just inference engines making flawed bets on the future. Here are the five insights your brain will need to survive.
 
Her Brain Was Broken. It Was Fixed With Sound—Not a Scalpel - Wired Fri, 14 Aug 2026 10:00:00 GMT
One woman’s meth addiction was so bad, the only option left might have been brain surgery. Then a single session of noninvasive, focused ultrasound seemed to do what years of treatment could not.
 
Surprise! It’s a new one-off Ferrari, and it’s a V8 coupe called ‘CZ26’ - Top Gear - Google Fri, 14 Aug 2026 09:35:00 GMT
  1. Surprise! It’s a new one-off Ferrari, and it’s a V8 coupe called ‘CZ26’ Top Gear
  2. New Ferrari CZ26 Looks Like The Futuristic Supercar The Luce Should've Been CarBuzz
  3. Ferrari CZ26: what if the Luce had a baby with a SF90 Electrek
  4. Ferrari CZ26 One-Off Stirs Some Luce Into the SF90 Stradale: TDS The Drive
  5. Ferrari CZ26 (2026) NetCarShow.com
 
Dell XPS 13 Review: Move Over, Neo - Wired Fri, 14 Aug 2026 09:30:00 GMT
It’s amazing how few compromises Dell made to get the new XPS 13 down to $700, but I strongly recommend the $900 model, which comes with 16 GB of RAM.
 
This Art Project Slows Down Citi Bikes to Make NYC’s Rent Crisis Feel Real - Wired Fri, 14 Aug 2026 09:30:00 GMT
Ground Truth makes the shared rental bikes harder to pedal through rent-burdened neighborhoods, offering a tangible way for people to experience income inequality.
 
The Real Reason Data Center Gas Power Plants Are So Dirty - Wired Fri, 14 Aug 2026 09:00:00 GMT
A massive new gas plant in Texas will be built with much less efficient technology than regular gas plants. It’s far from the only data center power project to rely on dirty turbines.
 
High-speed microscopy reveals electrical activity across the brain - MIT Fri, 14 Aug 2026 09:00:00 GMT
The new technique could help scientists learn how the entire brain works to generate decisions and emotions.
 
Blackbird and Airtree revalue Canva at $34.9B, down from $42B in 2025, as it struggles in the AI era; Canva's internal valuation falls to $31B, down from $38.9B (Australian Financial Review) - Techmeme Fri, 14 Aug 2026 08:30:01 GMT

Australian Financial Review:
Blackbird and Airtree revalue Canva at $34.9B, down from $42B in 2025, as it struggles in the AI era; Canva's internal valuation falls to $31B, down from $38.9B — Canva and two of its longest-standing Australian backers have wiped over $10 billion ($US7.1 billion) off the design software giant's valuation …

 
Apple proposes taking a 5-to-15 percent cut from external App Store payments - Engadget Fri, 14 Aug 2026 08:24:21 GMT
Apple and Google still aren't done facing Epic Games in court.
 
Mauchly and Eckert’s Other Computers - Hack a Day Fri, 14 Aug 2026 08:00:37 GMT
If you ask a random person who [John Mauchly] or [J. Presper Eckert] were, you’d probably get a blank stare. Ask a Hackaday reader, and you have a better shot. …read more
 
One UI 9 lets you uninstall SwiftKey Keyboard from Galaxy phones - SamMobile - Google Fri, 14 Aug 2026 07:43:00 GMT
One UI 9 lets you uninstall SwiftKey Keyboard from Galaxy phones SamMobile
 
Organic-looking brake assemblies debut on new Czinger 21C Spyder - ArsTechnica Fri, 14 Aug 2026 07:01:15 GMT
Czinger used topological design and additive manufacturing to make the brakes.
 
Z.ai debuts GLM-5.3, which uses the same base model as GLM-5.2 with scaled post-training for stronger coding skills, and says it'll release weights in two weeks (Z.ai) - Techmeme Fri, 14 Aug 2026 06:50:01 GMT

Z.ai:
Z.ai debuts GLM-5.3, which uses the same base model as GLM-5.2 with scaled post-training for stronger coding skills, and says it'll release weights in two weeks — With GLM-5.2 we built the stack: IndexShare for efficient long-context processing, SAO for RL on long-horizon tasks …

 
Kingdom Hearts Is A "Billion-Dollar" Franchise, According To Disney - Nintendo Life - Google Fri, 14 Aug 2026 06:30:00 GMT
  1. Kingdom Hearts Is A "Billion-Dollar" Franchise, According To Disney Nintendo Life
  2. How Games Are Helping Shape Disney’s Next Chapter The Walt Disney Company
  3. Kingdom Hearts Is a Billion-Dollar Franchise, Disney Declares Ahead of Hotly Anticipated D23 Panel IGN
  4. Kingdom Hearts leads Disney games as a billion-dollar franchise Polygon.com
  5. Disney Has 9 Gaming Franchises That Have Generated $1 Billion+ At Retail, Including Kingdom Hearts GameSpot
 
A look at Quincy, a rural Washington farming town of 8,500 that benefited from a data center boom as its poverty rate fell from 29.4% in 2012 to 6.2% in 2024 (Nathaniel Meyersohn/CNN) - Techmeme Fri, 14 Aug 2026 06:25:02 GMT

Nathaniel Meyersohn / CNN:
A look at Quincy, a rural Washington farming town of 8,500 that benefited from a data center boom as its poverty rate fell from 29.4% in 2012 to 6.2% in 2024 — A $15 million aquatic center with a six-lane pool, waterslides and a lazy river opened in Quincy, Washington, a few weeks ago.
 
Trump slaps a 100 percent tariff on heavy and 'sensitive' drones - Engadget Fri, 14 Aug 2026 06:12:39 GMT
President Trump has imposed tariffs up to 100 percent on drones that are "particularly sensitive" for national security.
 
Apple sends out warnings to targets of mercenary spyware attacks - Engadget Fri, 14 Aug 2026 05:27:46 GMT
Apple has recently sent out notifications, warning users that they'd been targeted by mercenary spyware attack.
 
Apple Sends Out Warnings To Targets Of Mercenary Spyware Attacks - Engadget - Google Fri, 14 Aug 2026 05:27:46 GMT
  1. Apple Sends Out Warnings To Targets Of Mercenary Spyware Attacks Engadget
  2. If Apple sends you a push notification alerting you to a spyware attack, take it seriously TechCrunch
  3. iPhone spyware alert: What Apple customers need to know Mashable
  4. Apple Warns Users in 110 Countries They May Be Targets of Mercenary Spyware The Hacker News
  5. New wave of Apple threat notifications reach 110 countries to warn about targeted attacks AppleInsider
 
Rare IBM PC Brought Back To Life - Hack a Day Fri, 14 Aug 2026 05:00:12 GMT
[Epictronics] happens to have a rather special machine in his possession. It’s a rare IBM PC prototype or concept machine from the late 1980s known as the IBM 7496 Executive …read more
 
Babbel Promo Code: Up to 65% Off in August 2026 - Wired Fri, 14 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Master a new language with expert-led courses. Use our verified Babbel coupon codes to save up to 65% on student plans and 60% on 6-month subscriptions.
 
Acer Promo Codes: 40% Off - Wired Fri, 14 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
From 40% off accessory bundles to verified student and military discounts, here's how to save on Predator, Nitro, and Swift laptops and monitors at Acer.com.
 
Pura Promo Codes: $20 Off August 2026 - Wired Fri, 14 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Enhance your home's ambiance for less with active Pura promo codes. Find savings on smart diffusers, exclusive scents, and subscribe & save offers.
 
HelloFresh Promo Codes: 55% Off for August 2026 - Wired Fri, 14 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Get up to 55% off and free meal boxes using a HelloFresh coupon code in August 2026. Discover our best codes and discounts to let you save time and money.
 
Office Depot Coupons: Save With Promo Codes in August 2026 - Wired Fri, 14 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
From furniture and ink to professional printing services, use an Office Depot discount code to maximize your savings on every workspace essential.
 
Layla Sleep Coupon: Save Up to $600 in August 2026 - Wired Fri, 14 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Upgrade your sleep setup with the latest Layla promo codes. Save on flippable mattresses, copper-infused pillows, and adjustable bases in August 2026.
 
Columbia Promo Codes: 15% Off | August 2026 - Wired Fri, 14 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Explore current Columbia deals on jackets, outdoor gear, and apparel. Find active Columbia promo codes, student discounts, and free shipping offers to save on your next adventure.
 
Round Up: The Final Previews Are In For Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave On Switch 2 - Nintendo Life - Google Fri, 14 Aug 2026 04:55:00 GMT
  1. Round Up: The Final Previews Are In For Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave On Switch 2 Nintendo Life
  2. Nintendo’s next Fire Emblem has a bold new structure The Verge
  3. 'Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave' preview: Anime chess is back with a vengeance Mashable
  4. After 14 years, Nintendo Might Finally Break the Fire Emblem Curse with Fortune's Weave Polygon.com
  5. Fire Emblem: Fortune’s Weave difficulty modes detailed Nintendo Everything
 
Removing Microplastics from Soil with Tumbling Magnetic Flakes - Hack a Day Fri, 14 Aug 2026 02:00:30 GMT
While in aquatic environments microplastics can be filtered out relatively easily, in soil it’s much harder to get to these microscopic particles. While you can certainly strip mine an entire …read more
 
Pokemon Pokopia sales top five million - Gematsu - Google Fri, 14 Aug 2026 00:05:33 GMT
  1. Pokemon Pokopia sales top five million Gematsu
  2. Global Sales of Pokémon Pokopia for Nintendo Switch 2 Surpass 5 Million Units Business Wire
  3. Nintendo shares pop 7% after 'Pokémon Pokopia' sales top 5 million CNBC
  4. One Switch 2 Players in 5 Has Bought This Cozy Pokémon Game Polygon.com
  5. Nintendo shares gain as ‘Pokopia’ sales top 5 million (NTDOY:OTCMKTS) Seeking Alpha
 
Google’s New Pixel 11 Phones Get Higher Starting Prices — Blame the RAM Shortage - CNET Thu, 13 Aug 2026 23:54:08 GMT
This year’s Pixel devices all got pricier. Here’s why.
 
What's Coming in September: New iPhones, Apple Watches and More - macrumors.com - Google Thu, 13 Aug 2026 23:20:34 GMT
  1. What's Coming in September: New iPhones, Apple Watches and More macrumors.com
  2. Apple May Delay the iPhone 18 Until 2027 as Premium Models Get Fall Launch TechRepublic
  3. iPhone 18 could get two new Pro-level upgrades, per report 9to5Mac
  4. iPhone 18 Pro Event Tipped As Apple Shifts Key Release Schedule Date Forbes
  5. Apple’s iPhone event will be packed with intrigue Macworld
 
We Spotted So Many Workarounds for Flock’s New Rules on Police Camera Surveillance - CNET Thu, 13 Aug 2026 23:20:06 GMT
Toothless limitations aren’t a great look for Flock’s modern surveillance.
 
Mico, Microsoft's weird lil' AI guy, has been demoted - Engadget Thu, 13 Aug 2026 22:51:31 GMT
The amorphous corporate mascot will no longer haunt Copilot Voice.
 
WhatsApp Fights Back Against Scammers With New AI Alert Tool - CNET Thu, 13 Aug 2026 22:45:26 GMT
Meta’s new Scam Alert tool will flag potential scam texts in WhatsApp while your messages stay encrypted.
 
Google Meet rolling out ‘Take Notes’ for in-person meetings on Android, web, & iOS - 9to5Google - Google Thu, 13 Aug 2026 22:40:00 GMT
  1. Google Meet rolling out ‘Take Notes’ for in-person meetings on Android, web, & iOS 9to5Google
  2. Google Meet can finally take notes for your in-person meetings Digital Trends
  3. Google Meet Can Now Take Notes and Summarize Your In-Person Meetings Android Headlines
  4. Google Meet's best new feature has nothing to do with video calls MakeUseOf
  5. Google Meet can take notes for your in-person meetings now - here's how it works ZDNET
 
The Safety Reckoning Inside OpenAI - Wired Thu, 13 Aug 2026 22:37:19 GMT
OpenAI’s rogue agent hack was a watershed moment for AI safety and cybersecurity. It also sparked internal questions about the culture that led to it.
 
Pixel Watch 5 vs. Galaxy Watch 9: Comparing Google and Samsung’s New Watches - CNET Thu, 13 Aug 2026 22:20:58 GMT
Both new watches from Google and Samsung can work with any Android phone, but they have different features and perks.
 
US wait times for cancer surgeries are getting longer and longer - ArsTechnica Thu, 13 Aug 2026 22:17:29 GMT
Study finds wait times for cancer surgeries hit 10-year high.
 
Using AI Shopping Carts Could Lead You to Spend More Money, Study Says - CNET Thu, 13 Aug 2026 22:16:25 GMT
Smart screens mounted on shopping carts might change people’s behavior at grocery stores in a few interesting ways.
 
Cloud storage is great until your vendor goes out of business - Engadget Thu, 13 Aug 2026 22:04:16 GMT
A St. Louis PBS station is suing a data center provider to rescue a 70-year archive.
 
Disgruntled security researcher just dropped another Windows zero-day, right on schedule - TechSpot - Google Thu, 13 Aug 2026 21:53:52 GMT
  1. Disgruntled security researcher just dropped another Windows zero-day, right on schedule TechSpot
  2. Microsoft-vendetta hacker has a new zero day that gives system privileges on fully patched Windows The Register
  3. After Microsoft threatened legal action, a security researcher publishes a new Windows zero-day bug TechCrunch
  4. Microsoft's nemesis drops new zero-day privilege escalation vulnerability — attack grants system-level privileges, but it could already be patched Tom's Hardware
  5. Nightmare Eclipse Drops Windows Zero-Day Exploit ‘ShieldBreak’ SecurityWeek
 
Disgruntled security researcher just dropped another Windows zero-day, right on schedule - TechSpot Thu, 13 Aug 2026 21:53:00 GMT

NightmareEclipse and Microsoft keep clashing over zero-day vulnerabilities in Windows. The researcher, who pledged to give Redmond security hell, is back with ShieldBreak, a new flaw in Windows Defender that can be abused to gain complete, unfettered access to a Windows device and all its data.

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Pixel Watch 5 Will Call Emergency Services if It Detects a Breathing Emergency - CNET Thu, 13 Aug 2026 21:51:01 GMT
The new feature will be available on the Pixel Watch 4 as well.
 
OpenAI Now Has a ChatGPT Desktop App for Linux - CNET Thu, 13 Aug 2026 21:50:38 GMT
Ubuntu, Debian and Fedora distributions get first dibs.
 
Netflix shuts down Oxenfree studio Night School weeks after praising its 'really solid numbers' - Engadget Thu, 13 Aug 2026 21:24:22 GMT
Execs praised Night School's latest game, Unhinged, before pulling the rug.
 
Shoppers Outside the US May Have to Wait Longer for the Folding iPhone, Report Suggests - CNET Thu, 13 Aug 2026 21:21:42 GMT
A variety of issues could slow down the rollout of the anticipated new Apple device.
 
Google Targets Apple's AirTag With Its Pixel Tag Bluetooth Tracker - PCMag - Google Thu, 13 Aug 2026 21:18:09 GMT
  1. Google Targets Apple's AirTag With Its Pixel Tag Bluetooth Tracker PCMag
  2. Keep tabs on your valuables with Google Pixel Tag blog.google
  3. Google's Pixel Tag Is An AirTag For Android Phones Engadget
  4. Beyond AirTags: The best Android-friendly trackers for campus gear Android Police
  5. Google Pixel Tag announced: Can you buy it yet? Mashable
 
The Future Of Roku As An Affordable Streaming Platform Is Looking Bleak - bgr.com - Google Thu, 13 Aug 2026 21:17:00 GMT
The Future Of Roku As An Affordable Streaming Platform Is Looking Bleak bgr.com
 
Pokémon FireRed Version and Pokémon LeafGreen Version Link with Pokémon HOME This October - Pokemon.com - Google Thu, 13 Aug 2026 21:15:37 GMT
Pokémon FireRed Version and Pokémon LeafGreen Version Link with Pokémon HOME This October Pokemon.comSee more headlines & perspectives on Google News
 
Mark Zuckerberg’s AI Manifesto Is 6,500 Words—and Barely Says Anything - Wired Thu, 13 Aug 2026 21:14:43 GMT
AI is shifting the culture, from tech CEO manifestos to 1 am job interviews. We unpack some of the latest, along with the top findings from Black Hat and Defcon, this week on Uncanny Valley.
 
X is testing a tool that will let users see if their posts have been 'shadowbanned' - Engadget Thu, 13 Aug 2026 21:10:21 GMT
The feature is rolling out as the company open-sources more of its ranking algorithm.
 
One UI 9.5 shows up on a Galaxy phone before Samsung is even done with One UI 9 - Android Authority - Google Thu, 13 Aug 2026 21:08:00 GMT
  1. One UI 9.5 shows up on a Galaxy phone before Samsung is even done with One UI 9 Android Authority
  2. One UI 9.5 looks like glass is these new rumors, and it looks pretty clean Android Central
  3. Samsung starts early testing of One UI 9.5 for Galaxy S26 series SamMobile
  4. Still in beta: One UI 9 Beta 5 is rolls out for Galaxy S26 amid 9.5 rumors Yahoo Tech
  5. Samsung, Google resume Google Play System update for Galaxy S26 running One UI 9.0 beta SamMobile
 
This AI Chatbot Was Just One Busy Guy, and He Has Hit His Limit - CNET Thu, 13 Aug 2026 20:46:55 GMT
People ask Tucker Bryant’s ChatTJB for advice on everything from their fiction and personal dilemmas to how they should spend their free time.
 
Pixel 11’s Gboard Rambler is prompt-based, rather than real-time - 9to5Google - Google Thu, 13 Aug 2026 20:41:00 GMT
  1. Pixel 11’s Gboard Rambler is prompt-based, rather than real-time 9to5Google
  2. I Tried Pixel 11’s New Gemini Features. One Made Me Sound Fluent in Spanish CNET
  3. Putting sign language AI into users’ hands Google DeepMind
  4. DeepMind's Newest Model Allows Pixel 11 Devices To Transcribe Sign Language Into Text Engadget
  5. Gboard's new Rambler feature blew me away when I tried it Android Police
 
Candy Crush generates nearly $1 billion annually, 14 years after launch - TechSpot Thu, 13 Aug 2026 20:38:00 GMT

In FY 2025, Candy Crush Saga reportedly generated $876.5 million in revenue, with most of it coming from in-app purchases. While that sounds impressive, it marks a slight dip from the previous six years, when the game generated more than $1 billion in annual revenue.

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Netflix closing Night School Studio and Moonloot Games - Game Developer - Google Thu, 13 Aug 2026 20:09:06 GMT
  1. Netflix closing Night School Studio and Moonloot Games Game Developer
  2. Netflix to shut down two more game studios gamefile.news
  3. Netflix plans to close two gaming studios, including one in Hollywood Los Angeles Times
  4. Netflix shuts down Oxenfree studio Night School weeks after praising its 'really solid numbers' Engadget
  5. Netflix Shuts Down Studio Behind ‘Unhinged’ Game 6 Weeks After Release Variety
 
Hosting provider Namecheap is down after data center cooling failure - Engadget Thu, 13 Aug 2026 20:01:57 GMT
Hosting provider Namecheap is down after data center cooling failure.
 
Qualcomm's Snapdragon C wants to be the Arm chip for $300 laptops - TechSpot Thu, 13 Aug 2026 19:47:00 GMT

The processor has eight Qualcomm Kryo CPU cores. Qualcomm lists a maximum clock speed of 3 GHz for single-core workloads and 2 GHz for multi-core workloads, along with 2 MB of total cache. Its specification notes provide some additional detail but do not fully explain how the chip behaves under...

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Private security firms will soon be allowed to hack overseas cybercriminals - ArsTechnica Thu, 13 Aug 2026 19:38:58 GMT
Trump memo is first time gov't has authorized private sector to perform cyberattacks.
 
Virgin Galactic wants your help naming its new Delta class spaceship - ArsTechnica Thu, 13 Aug 2026 19:12:15 GMT
Will it be the VSS... Horizon, Explorer, Ascend or Apeiron?
 
Windows 11's new CPU-boosting speed trick is rolling out to all apps - TechSpot Thu, 13 Aug 2026 19:02:00 GMT

Microsoft began rolling out the new Low Latency Profile (LLP) feature to all Windows 11 users earlier this week. The change is part of KB5121003, this month's Patch Tuesday update for all supported Windows editions, and should have a significant impact on performance across the Windows GUI, native OS apps,...

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US government to allow private companies to carry out cyberattacks on its behalf - Engadget Thu, 13 Aug 2026 18:52:06 GMT
US government to allow private companies to carry out cyberattacks on its behalf.
 
Ukrainian drones wipe out entire US tank brigade in live war game - ArsTechnica Thu, 13 Aug 2026 18:31:56 GMT
Ukrainian drone pilots teach the US military and NATO hard battlefield lessons.
 
The best Spotify alternatives to ease your conscience - Engadget Thu, 13 Aug 2026 18:30:00 GMT
There are loads of options for getting new music into your ears if you're fed up with Spotify.
 
Anthropic's Claude tried to solve the Riemann hypothesis and found something new instead - TechSpot Thu, 13 Aug 2026 18:22:00 GMT

The company says an unreleased research version of the model found a new way to show that at least 67.2% of those zeros lie on the critical line, up from the previous lower bound of 41.6%. This is a step forward on a related problem, not a solution to the...

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Instagram Has a New Logo for Some Reason - CNET Thu, 13 Aug 2026 18:11:09 GMT
Some users are already joking that the new logo reads “Instagzam.”
 
Flock “can’t tech its way out” of the stalker cop problem, experts say - ArsTechnica Thu, 13 Aug 2026 18:10:14 GMT
Flock to lock out cops who stalk exes, but agencies can still hide abuse.
 
Comet gets you a free AI assistant directly into your web browser - TechSpot Thu, 13 Aug 2026 18:03:00 GMT
Comet combines a familiar Chromium browsing experience with Perplexity's AI assistant that can summarize pages, answer questions, and help with tasks across tabs. For more browser options, including traditional alternatives, check out our Essential Apps for Windows and macOS.
 
After 50 Years, Physicists Find Strong Evidence For What Really Holds Matter Together - ScienceAlert - Google Thu, 13 Aug 2026 18:01:01 GMT
  1. After 50 Years, Physicists Find Strong Evidence For What Really Holds Matter Together ScienceAlert
  2. The glue that binds a proton may be key to its identity Science News
  3. A tiny mismatch built the universe. Physicists are one step closer to explaining how scientificamerican.com
  4. This Hidden Structure Within the Building Blocks of Atoms May Dictate the Imbalance Between Matter and Antimatter thedebrief.org
  5. Scientists uncover new clue to how protons maintain their identity Rice University
 
What's next for Restart - restart.run - Google Thu, 13 Aug 2026 17:59:50 GMT
  1. What's next for Restart restart.run
  2. Walmart-backed gaming publication lays off editorial team Digiday
  3. The video game site backed by Walmart has laid off its editorial team Game Developer
  4. Restart, Walmart's Gaming Site, Lays Off Entire Editorial Team Aftermath
  5. The gaming site sponsored by Walmart lays off its editorial staff The Verge
 
Pet owners say smart pet feeder outage led to furry ones going unfed - ArsTechnica Thu, 13 Aug 2026 17:53:53 GMT
"I've lost trust ..."
 
Microsoft patches LegacyHive Windows zero-day vulnerability - bleepingcomputer.com - Google Thu, 13 Aug 2026 17:46:20 GMT
  1. Microsoft patches LegacyHive Windows zero-day vulnerability bleepingcomputer.com
  2. Lazarus Exploits Windows Zero-Day to Gain SYSTEM Access and Deploy Backdoor The Hacker News
  3. Shattering the Dream – When a Job Offer Becomes a Zero-Day Attack Check Point Research
  4. Microsoft Plugs Nearly 400 Security Holes Krebs on Security
  5. August’s Patch Tuesday is a monster: 751 fixes, with an exploited Windows flaw Computerworld
 
The new Instagram logo is the perfect embodiment of AI slop - ArsTechnica Thu, 13 Aug 2026 17:32:10 GMT
Opinion: Some remarks about the new wordmark accidentally being perfectly awful.
 
Flock tries to make its cameras harder for cops to misuse - Engadget Thu, 13 Aug 2026 17:25:34 GMT
Flock tries to make its cameras harder for cops to misuse.
 
Here's What The Reviews Are Saying About Star Fox 64 Successor 'Wild Blue Skies' - Pure Xbox - Google Thu, 13 Aug 2026 17:23:00 GMT
  1. Here's What The Reviews Are Saying About Star Fox 64 Successor 'Wild Blue Skies' Pure Xbox
  2. Wild Blue Skies Review: Bland Homage Game Informer
  3. Interview: How Wild Blue Skies Modernizes Classic On-Rails Shooters 80 Level
  4. Wild Blue Skies: How We Brought the Feel of a 90s Arcade Cockpit to XBOX news.xbox.com
  5. Wild Blue Skies Wants You To Chase High Scores In The Sky TheXboxHub
 
Google unveils Gemini 3.7 Flash AI model for coding, agent workflows - Reuters - Google Thu, 13 Aug 2026 17:06:47 GMT
  1. Google unveils Gemini 3.7 Flash AI model for coding, agent workflows Reuters
  2. Introducing Gemini 3.7 Flash blog.google
  3. Google announces Gemini 3.7 Flash just three weeks after previous release Ars Technica
  4. New Gemini Flash model arrives before Gemini 3.5 Pro Axios
  5. Gemini 3.7 Flash is now available in GitHub Copilot The GitHub Blog
 
Use this space to roast the new Instagram logo - Engadget Thu, 13 Aug 2026 17:06:30 GMT
Use this space to roast the new Instagram logo.
 
GTA 6 Netflix Extended Look Could be Three Episodes - Insider Gaming - Google Thu, 13 Aug 2026 17:02:04 GMT
  1. GTA 6 Netflix Extended Look Could be Three Episodes Insider Gaming
  2. Grand Theft Auto VI: An Extended Look Rockstar Games
  3. DF Direct Weekly #276: GTA 6 An Extended Look Reveal Reaction, Quakecon 2026, Xbox 360 On PC Alienware Arena
  4. Grand Theft Auto VI: An Extended Look is Premiering Exclusively on Netflix Netflix
  5. New GTA 6 Gameplay Features Leak Ahead of Netflix Stream VICE
 
Google announces Gemini 3.7 Flash just three weeks after previous release - ArsTechnica Thu, 13 Aug 2026 17:00:13 GMT
Gemini 3.6 Flash debuted just 3 weeks ago, but Google says 3.7 has "substantial improvements."
 
Save space in your Google storage by changing this one Android setting - Engadget Thu, 13 Aug 2026 16:30:00 GMT
If your Google One plan is reaching its data limit, try this before you pay more for storage.
 
This modder shrunk a Steam Deck down to Game Boy size - TechSpot Thu, 13 Aug 2026 16:16:00 GMT

Fitting the AMOLED panel, completing the adapter board and applying the BIOS modification will determine whether the device can function as a self-contained handheld.

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Meta adds AI screening to detect WhatsApp scams - The Verge - Google Thu, 13 Aug 2026 16:10:06 GMT
  1. Meta adds AI screening to detect WhatsApp scams The Verge
  2. How We’re Building Scam Alert on WhatsApp With End-to-End Encryption and Verifiability Guarantees Engineering at Meta Blog
  3. WhatsApp alerts ‘suspicious link’ to reduce spam Indian Television Dot Com
  4. WhatsApp rolls out feature to spot scam messages from unknown senders | The feature can be enabled from the settings | Inshorts Inshorts
  5. WhatsApp tests on-device scam detection as India pushes OTT apps into spam rules MediaNama
 
Suno is trying to look more like a real music production tool - The Verge - Google Thu, 13 Aug 2026 16:00:00 GMT
  1. Suno is trying to look more like a real music production tool The Verge
  2. Suno launches Studio 2.0 with MIDI support, an AI chat bar… and no download limit musicbusinessworldwide.com
  3. Suno Studio 2.0's new chat feature lets you talk to your DAW like it's a bandmate the-decoder.com
  4. Suno Studio 2.0 Turns Played MIDI Into a Prompt for AI-Generated Audio Unite.AI
  5. Suno Studio 2.0 puts an AI assistant in the DAW MusicTech
 
Xbox’s latest Buy 1, Get 2 Free Sale has 100 games to choose from - TrueAchievements - Google Thu, 13 Aug 2026 15:58:46 GMT
  1. Xbox’s latest Buy 1, Get 2 Free Sale has 100 games to choose from TrueAchievements
  2. 20+ Xbox Games Are Reduced By 90-95% To Kick Off The New Month Pure Xbox
  3. 25+ Of The Best Discounted Games From Xbox's Four New Early August 2026 Sales Pure Xbox
 
The Painful Truth of Exactly How ICE’s New Shock Gloves Work - Wired Thu, 13 Aug 2026 15:57:12 GMT
ICE is spending millions on shock gloves designed to overpower subjects through intense, localized pain.
 
Apple is reportedly turning to publishers for help with Siri AI - Engadget Thu, 13 Aug 2026 15:53:53 GMT
Apple appears to be trying to secure access to new content and other information for Siri AI.
 
Spotify has roped the indie publisher Kobalt into its AI platform for covers and remixes - Engadget Thu, 13 Aug 2026 15:49:07 GMT
Spotify's forthcoming paid add-on lets fans generate content via "AI-powered creative tools."
 
Nvidia raises RTX Pro 6000 Blackwell price to a staggering $16,000 - TechSpot Thu, 13 Aug 2026 15:33:00 GMT

The RTX Pro 6000 has gone through multiple price revisions since its launch, driven by the AI-fueled memory crunch. It originally went on pre-order for just over $7,600 in early 2025 before being listed online at around $8,500 the following month.

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Microsoft kills off unsuccessful AI features while merging its separate Copilot apps - TechCrunch - Google Thu, 13 Aug 2026 15:30:52 GMT
  1. Microsoft kills off unsuccessful AI features while merging its separate Copilot apps TechCrunch
  2. Microsoft starts merging its Copilot consumer and business apps in advance of 'Super App' rollout GeekWire
  3. Mico, Microsoft's Weird Lil' AI Guy, Has Been Demoted Engadget
  4. Microsoft ditches Copilot's mascot Mico (and cuts a few AI features) Mashable
  5. Microsoft simplifies AI offerings with unified Copilot app rollout Windows Central
 
Still Not Sold on Dawnwalker? Dev Presents 'Everything You Need to Know' About the Open World RPG - Push Square - Google Thu, 13 Aug 2026 15:00:00 GMT
  1. Still Not Sold on Dawnwalker? Dev Presents 'Everything You Need to Know' About the Open World RPG Push Square
  2. Rebel Wolves shows all there is to know about the content of its next game, The Blood of Dawnwalker Instant Gaming News
  3. The Blood of Dawnwalker looks like the real deal gamingnexus.com
  4. The Blood of Dawnwalker received a detailed overview of its gameplay features. GameGPU
  5. The Blood of Dawnwalker's new trailer breaks down world, villain, and systems before September 3 launch GamingTrend
 
JCB's hydrogen car Hydromax hits 406 mph record at Bonneville - TechSpot Thu, 13 Aug 2026 14:55:00 GMT

Green drove JCB's Hydromax, a specially built vehicle designed to test hydrogen combustion at extreme speeds. The British equipment manufacturer is developing hydrogen engines for its construction and agricultural machinery, and the record run was intended to demonstrate what the technology can do under demanding conditions.

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Total War: Warhammer 3 Just Confirmed the Release Date for Its Biggest Piece of DLC in the Series 10-Year History - IGN - Google Thu, 13 Aug 2026 14:54:06 GMT
  1. Total War: Warhammer 3 Just Confirmed the Release Date for Its Biggest Piece of DLC in the Series 10-Year History IGN
  2. Four Lords of the End Times join Total War: Warhammer III Warhammer Community
  3. Come September, you won't need a single Total War: Warhammer game to play its colossal, trilogy-spanning Immortal Empires campaign pcgamer.com
  4. Total War: WARHAMMER III New DLC 'Thrones of Decay' Launches September 24 Inven Global
  5. For the Total War: Warhammer trilogy campaign, you won't need to buy the game - the Lords of the End Times expansion changes the rules ixbt.games
 
Apple in talks to pay publishers to provide Siri with current news: report - TechCrunch - Google Thu, 13 Aug 2026 14:34:43 GMT
  1. Apple in talks to pay publishers to provide Siri with current news: report TechCrunch
  2. Exclusive | Apple in Talks to Pay Publishers to Improve AI-Powered Siri WSJ
  3. Apple may start paying publishers to deliver news with Siri AI niemanlab.org
  4. Apple seeks publisher deals to improve Siri AI Mashable
  5. Apple to Reportedly Take Another Stab at Mixing AI and News. We Haven't Forgotten Last Time's Disaster Gizmodo
 
Should ‘The Downfall Of ARC Raiders’ Be Studied? - Forbes - Google Thu, 13 Aug 2026 14:30:41 GMT
  1. Should ‘The Downfall Of ARC Raiders’ Be Studied? Forbes
  2. Explosive Predictions in Arc Raiders Yahoo Tech
 
This mouse splits in half to become a presentation remote - TechSpot Thu, 13 Aug 2026 14:18:00 GMT

Created by MBox, the DS21 is described as a three-in-one control hub aimed at people who regularly move between a desk, conference room, and living room.

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iPhone Ultra may face delayed international rollout - AppleInsider - Google Thu, 13 Aug 2026 14:13:00 GMT
  1. iPhone Ultra may face delayed international rollout AppleInsider
  2. EXCLUSIVE: Apple To Show iPhone Fold But Won’t Ship, Australia Faces Months-Long Wait channelnews.com.au
  3. Apple's iPhone Ultra might have a staggered, country-by-country rollout Mashable
  4. Shoppers Outside the US May Have to Wait Longer for the Folding iPhone, Report Suggests CNET
  5. 'Everyone' at Apple Apparently Calls Foldable 'iPhone Ultra' macrumors.com
 
Rivian's 2027 changes include its No. 1 most-requested feature - ArsTechnica Thu, 13 Aug 2026 14:00:57 GMT
Pricing hasn't changed, and now you can get captain's chairs for the R1S.
 
Rivian R1S, R1T See 2027 Updates, Including Second-Row Captain’s Chairs - CNET Thu, 13 Aug 2026 14:00:00 GMT
The changes to Rivian’s electric pickup and SUV are largely nominal, but a new seating configuration and wheel option stand out.
 
Anthropic could be worth $2 trillion when it goes public - ArsTechnica Thu, 13 Aug 2026 13:58:56 GMT
Rapid revenue growth fuels hope Claude maker's IPO is the biggest listing in history
 
Microsoft is killing off SMS login codes, citing AI-powered hacking - TechSpot Thu, 13 Aug 2026 13:49:00 GMT

IT admins will no longer be able to log into Microsoft Entra ID accounts using SMS-based 2FA codes starting February 1. The deadline is part of Microsoft's broader shift toward passkeys, widely considered one of the most secure login methods.

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We've flown a radiation-blocking vest to the Moon and back, and it worked - ArsTechnica Thu, 13 Aug 2026 13:48:55 GMT
Let's shield the astronauts instead of the spacecraft.
 
Why This Prediction Market Banned Teens - Wired Thu, 13 Aug 2026 13:30:00 GMT
Jacob Fortinsky, the CEO and cofounder of the new prediction market Novig, says his outfit isn’t like those other markets. You know the ones.
 
The memory crisis is killing off sub-$100 smartphones as US sales plunge 64% - TechSpot Thu, 13 Aug 2026 13:23:00 GMT

Counterpoint Research writes that US smartphone sales fell by 5% YoY in Q2 2026, with memory price increases the main culprit alongside other macroeconomic factors weakening consumer demand.

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GeForce NOW On Linux Native App Exits Beta - Phoronix - Google Thu, 13 Aug 2026 13:21:00 GMT
  1. GeForce NOW On Linux Native App Exits Beta Phoronix
  2. GeForce NOW Shakes Up August With 26 New Games NVIDIA Blog
  3. NVIDIA GeForce NOW for Linux Officially Arrives TechPowerUp
  4. NVIDIA GeForce NOW is high-end gaming everywhere without a headache [Video] 9to5Google
  5. GeForce Now adds nine more games this week KitGuru
 
Phantom Blade Zero PC Specs Stay Modest, yet an RTX 5080 is the Price of Full Path Tracing at 4K@60FPS - Wccftech - Google Thu, 13 Aug 2026 13:01:00 GMT
  1. Phantom Blade Zero PC Specs Stay Modest, yet an RTX 5080 is the Price of Full Path Tracing at 4K@60FPS Wccftech
  2. Watch the Phantom Blade Zero gameplay deep dive State of Play on August 17, pre-orders live today PlayStation.Blog
  3. Phantom Blade Zero: How Donnie Yen Is Pushing Action Games to New Heights IGN
  4. New Phantom Blade Zero Trailer Reveals Donnie Yen And An Upcoming State of Play Game Informer
  5. Phantom Blade Zero Uses Authentic Kung Fu Motion Capture 80 Level
 
Cargo thieves are staging car crashes to steal AI data center hardware - TechSpot Thu, 13 Aug 2026 13:01:00 GMT

The shipments were moving from Silicon Valley to Southern California, according to Gerardo Pachuca, a freight security consultant and former Los Angeles sheriff's detective. Each truck was being followed by a private escort vehicle. In one case, another driver rear-ended the escort car and fled. In the other, a vehicle...

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There's a New Indie Publisher, and It's Bringing All Its Games to PS5 - Push Square - Google Thu, 13 Aug 2026 13:00:00 GMT
  1. There's a New Indie Publisher, and It's Bringing All Its Games to PS5 Push Square
  2. Kinetic Publishing Showcase recap: 5 new indie games coming to PS5 PlayStation.Blog
  3. The next big indie game publisher is taking some exciting swings The Verge
  4. Kinetic Publishing Showcase Recap: Every Reveal, Including the New Sam Barlow Game news.xbox.com
  5. Roundup: All The Xbox Reveals From The Kinetic Publishing Showcase 2026 Pure Xbox
 
After this week's Elder Scrolls 6 tease, fans think they've figured out its full name - and it was hidden in Starfield all along - Eurogamer - Google Thu, 13 Aug 2026 12:57:59 GMT
  1. After this week's Elder Scrolls 6 tease, fans think they've figured out its full name - and it was hidden in Starfield all along Eurogamer
  2. The big Xbox exclusivity debate: SHOULD Fallout 5 and The Elder Scrolls 6 be Xbox console exclusive? Windows Central
  3. 'One flag for each laid off dev:' Union workers stage unmissable protest for Xbox boss Asha Sharma Game Developer
  4. Xbox CEO Reacts to Live Demo of The Elder Scrolls 6: 'The Scale and Grandeur Are Incredible' IGN
  5. The Elder Scrolls 6 demo had a surprise guest at Bethesda HQ: a giant inflatable rat set up by protesting e... Yahoo
 
HallPass says its embarrassing AI-generated candy typos were intentional rage bait - TechSpot Thu, 13 Aug 2026 12:29:00 GMT

The three low-calorie HallPass bars, which each contain 70 calories per package and just 1g of sugar, arrive on Walmart shelves nationwide on August 29. They're the work of Peter Rahal, the cofounder of David Protein and RxBar, and Michael Tierney, the founder of Stuffed Puffs.

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Ninja Just Launched Its First Water Filter. Here’s What It Does That Others Don’t - CNET Thu, 13 Aug 2026 12:05:49 GMT
I’ve tested over 10 water filter systems. Ninja’s $200 offering does a few things they don’t.
 
The Best Samsung Galaxy S26 Cases (2026): S26, S26+, and S26 Ultra - Wired Thu, 13 Aug 2026 12:05:00 GMT
Protect your Samsung phone with these cases and screen protectors.
 
Over 1,500 games on GOG are missing updates, DLC, and features available elsewhere - TechSpot Thu, 13 Aug 2026 11:58:00 GMT

According to a continually updated online spreadsheet, hundreds of games on GOG are missing updates, downloadable content, languages, and other features available via different launchers, such as Steam. Major examples include Fallout 4, No Man's Sky, and the Metro series.

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The Pixel Watch 5 no longer ships with a carcinogenic band, and the Apple Watch must follow - Android Police - Google Thu, 13 Aug 2026 11:31:16 GMT
  1. The Pixel Watch 5 no longer ships with a carcinogenic band, and the Apple Watch must follow Android Police
  2. Pixel Watch 5: Proactive assistance and advanced health tracking on your wrist blog.google
  3. Google Pixel Watch 5 review: What's new? Mashable
  4. Google’s Wearables Will Track Insulin Resistance in Category First Bloomberg.com
  5. Pixel Watch 5 vs. Galaxy Watch 9: Comparing Google and Samsung’s New Watches CNET
 
Pokémon Pokopia Fetching Scales For Feebas Event Guide, From Prism Scales To Milotic - Nintendo Life - Google Thu, 13 Aug 2026 11:19:30 GMT
  1. Pokémon Pokopia Fetching Scales For Feebas Event Guide, From Prism Scales To Milotic Nintendo Life
  2. Pokémon Pokopia Fetching Scales for Feebas event Eurogamer
  3. Milotic Guide - How to Make Marine Leisure Activities Habitat, Specialties, Favorites IGN
  4. More Spores for Hoppip in Pokémon Pokopia: Dates, Pokémon, and Items Vandal
  5. Join the Fetching Scales for Feebas event in Pokémon Pokopia Nintendo
 
Twitch finally lets you opt out of AI training, years after it started - TechSpot Thu, 13 Aug 2026 11:15:00 GMT

Twitch announced on its official X channel that it has added a setting that allows users to opt out of having their channel content used to train generative AI models across Amazon.

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Claude's new Scarlet Letter watermark is invisible—for now - ArsTechnica Thu, 13 Aug 2026 11:10:18 GMT
The mark flags anything Claude processed, even human writing it only edited.
 
The Google Pixelsnap Charger With Stand Is 50 Percent Off Right Now - Wired Thu, 13 Aug 2026 11:00:00 GMT
Speedy Qi2 wireless charging in a magnetic puck and stand combo makes Google’s Pixelsnap well worth grabbing at half price.
 
Bethesda finally "looking into" patching Oblivion Remastered on PC, PS5 and Xbox amid praise for Switch 2 release - Eurogamer - Google Thu, 13 Aug 2026 10:50:38 GMT
  1. Bethesda finally "looking into" patching Oblivion Remastered on PC, PS5 and Xbox amid praise for Switch 2 release Eurogamer
  2. After giving it 2 patches and dropping it like a stone, Bethesda promises to bring Switch 2 optimisations t... Yahoo Tech
  3. The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered arrives on Nintendo Switch 2 - News - Nintendo Official Site Nintendo
  4. Bethesda Finally Confirms The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered Patch Is Coming IGN
  5. Oblivion Remastered Gets a Full Cartridge on Switch 2 GameLuster
 
Twitch feeds your streams to Amazon's AI unless you tell it to stop - The Register - Google Thu, 13 Aug 2026 10:32:00 GMT
  1. Twitch feeds your streams to Amazon's AI unless you tell it to stop The Register
  2. ‘Slap to the face’: Twitch creators respond to platform policy on Gen AI content NBC News
  3. Twitch faces backlash over Amazon using content to train AI BBC
  4. Twitch streamers can now opt out from training Amazon’s AI The Verge
  5. New Twitch Feature Uses Channel Content to Train AI Without Asking Permission CNET
 
RTX 5090 prices rise 41% in Korea since January, Danawa warns RTX 50 prices may climb further - VideoCardz.com - Google Thu, 13 Aug 2026 10:21:16 GMT
  1. RTX 5090 prices rise 41% in Korea since January, Danawa warns RTX 50 prices may climb further VideoCardz.com
  2. NVIDIA RTX 50 Series Median Prices Jump Up to 41% in August, with MSRP Now a Distant Dream TechPowerUp
  3. Nvidia doubles RTX PRO 6000 Blackwell's MSRP to a staggering $16,000 — 96GB card started pre-orders below $8,000 last year Tom's Hardware
  4. The top five tiers of Nvidia's GPU stack are now priced out of all proportion pcgamer.com
  5. Nvidia’s RTX 5060 Ti 16GB now costs more than an RTX 5070 OC3D
 
In a Heat Wave, Schizophrenia Is So Much Deadlier Than Any Other Medical Condition - Wired Thu, 13 Aug 2026 10:16:33 GMT
People with schizophrenia face a perfect storm of dangers on a hotter planet.
 
4GB vs. 8GB VRAM: The 1080p Benchmark - TechSpot Thu, 13 Aug 2026 10:14:00 GMT
AMD is launching a 4GB GPU in 2026, so we revisited the Radeon RX 6500 XT to see how 4GB and 8GB versions compare in modern games. The results are predictably ugly.
 
'We Aren't Shying Away From It': Space Marine 2 Maker Saber Interactive Confirms It Will an Add AI Label to Rideshare Stimulator on Steam Following Controversy - IGN - Google Thu, 13 Aug 2026 10:01:35 GMT
  1. 'We Aren't Shying Away From It': Space Marine 2 Maker Saber Interactive Confirms It Will an Add AI Label to Rideshare Stimulator on Steam Following Controversy IGN
  2. Saber Interactive denies replacing writer with ChatGPT on its new driving game, but says it will use AI for dialog 'as the number of passengers in the game is infinite' pcgamer.com
  3. Saber denies replacing Rideshare Stimulator’s writers with ChatGPT The Verge
  4. Saber Interactive will disclose AI use on Rideshare 'Stimulator' Game Developer
  5. Space Marine 2 creators canceled for "AI slop" and receive negative reviews on Steam - Saber becomes publisher of scandalous project ixbt.games
 
5 Best Android Tablets in 2026: Samsung, TCL, Amazon, and More - Wired Thu, 13 Aug 2026 10:00:00 GMT
Whether you need a portable, around-the-house entertainment center or a full-on laptop replacement, these are the best Android tablets.
 
New Twitch Feature Uses Channel Content to Train AI Without Asking Permission - CNET Thu, 13 Aug 2026 09:59:51 GMT
Twitch channels are quietly being used to train Amazon’s AI models. Here’s how creators can opt out.
 
The 10 Best Cooling Mattresses for Hot Sleepers (2026) - Wired Thu, 13 Aug 2026 09:35:00 GMT
Nothing ruins a great night of sleep faster than getting too hot. We slept on a myriad of cooling mattresses to find which ones drew the heat away best.
 
CBP Workers Allegedly Used Government Databases to Spy on Exes, Crushes, and Colleagues - Wired Thu, 13 Aug 2026 09:30:00 GMT
Records obtained by WIRED detail hundreds of allegations of Customs and Border Protection workers misusing internal tools to look up romantic interests and track colleagues’ cell phones.
 
There’s a Fatty Liver Epidemic. AI Could Help Get Ahead of It - Wired Thu, 13 Aug 2026 09:00:00 GMT
Over a billion people worldwide have livers with excess fat, which can lead to a host of medical problems. Researchers think AI tools can spot the condition—and help stop it—early enough to save lives.
 
10th Anniversary Celebration: Guaranteed Hundo Mewtwo Timed Research - Pokémon GO Hub - Google Thu, 13 Aug 2026 05:38:55 GMT
  1. 10th Anniversary Celebration: Guaranteed Hundo Mewtwo Timed Research Pokémon GO Hub
  2. Every Trainer can celebrate 10 years of Pokémon GO with a special Mewtwo! Pokémon GO
  3. Log Into Pokémon Go Right Now and You Can Claim an Absurdly Generous One-Off Prize IGN
  4. Pokémon Go revenue rockets to a four-year high of $141.5m during anniversary month Pocket Gamer.biz
  5. Pokémon Go is giving everyone a perfect Mewtwo to compensate for Time Square stunt Polygon.com
 
HostGator Coupon Codes: 76% Off Hosting in August 2026 - Wired Thu, 13 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Unlock massive savings on HostGator web hosting, WordPress, VPS, and business email plans with our exclusive HostGator promo codes and deals.
 
Visible Promo Codes and Coupons for August 2026 - Wired Thu, 13 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Find great deals and promo codes for Visible at WIRED and save big, whether you're a long-time customer or a newbie.
 
Alo Discount Code: 20% Off August 2026 - Wired Thu, 13 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Refresh your workout wardrobe. Save on buttery-soft leggings, chic streetwear, and activewear essentials with verified Alo Yoga discount codes, free shipping, and loyalty program perks.
 
Shark Promo Codes for August 2026 - Wired Thu, 13 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Shark makes some seriously powerful vacuums, from handheld vacs to steam mops. Don’t miss $100 off, 10% off, and more limited-time coupons from WIRED.
 
Jabra Promo Codes: 30% Off Headphones, Headsets & More - Wired Thu, 13 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Unlock significant savings on Jabra headphones, headsets, and speakers with our verified promo codes, exclusive coupons, and limited-time deals.
 
Priceline Promo Codes & Coupons: 10% Off August 2026 - Wired Thu, 13 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Unlock massive discounts on Priceline hotels, flights, and rental cars. Find verified Priceline coupon codes and deals for Express Deals, student discounts, and more.
 
Braun Promo Codes: 15% Off August - Wired Thu, 13 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Unlock exclusive savings on Braun IPL, shavers, and grooming products. Find verified Braun promo codes and expert tips to maximize your discounts.
 
Herman Miller Promo Codes: 40% Off August 2026 - Wired Thu, 13 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Whether you’re looking for a Herman Miller promo code or discounts in their sale, here is how to save on the world's best ergonomic office furniture in August 2026.
 
Factor Promo Code: 50% Off Off Meal Prep - Wired Thu, 13 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Make meal prep easier for any dietary need while enjoying great savings with our hand-picked Factor discount codes this August.
 
Castlery Promo Codes: 15% Off for August 2026 - Wired Thu, 13 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Refresh your living space for less with these verified Castlery coupons, including free shipping offers and furniture set discounts.
 
Bose Promo Code: 40% Off for August 2026 - Wired Thu, 13 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Get at least 40% off headphones, speakers, soundbars, and other audio products from Bose.
 
Naturepedic Promo Codes: Get 20% Off Plus Free Pillows - Wired Thu, 13 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Shop the Naturepedic sale this 2026.
 
Researchers uncover hidden pore network within nuclear fuel - MIT Thu, 13 Aug 2026 04:00:00 GMT
New understanding of how nuclear fuel breaks down and changes in an operating nuclear reactor could help keep some reactors running longer, will inform the next generation of nuclear reactor fuel systems.
 
My Favorite Things from Made by Google 2026 - CNET Thu, 13 Aug 2026 01:21:33 GMT
Google announced everything before its actual live event, but there were still plenty of interesting things at the company’s Pixel announce event.
 
Pixel 11 vs. Pixel 11 Pro vs. Pixel 11 Pro XL: Google’s Latest Phones Compared - CNET Thu, 13 Aug 2026 00:23:39 GMT
The starting price for the Pixel 11 is $899, the 11 Pro is $1,099, and the 11 Pro XL is $1,299. Which one do you get? Here’s our Pixel buying guide.
 
The Best Photos of the Big August Solar Eclipse - Wired Wed, 12 Aug 2026 22:47:30 GMT
It’s been a century since the Iberian Peninsula has been in the full shadow of the moon. Here’s what it looked like in the path of totality.
 
The White House Is Going to Expand Its AI Policy - Wired Wed, 12 Aug 2026 21:00:00 GMT
Open models may soon be added to an updated AI framework, sources tell WIRED, as the White House continues to grapple with how to regulate a technology it has tried not to regulate.
 
Featured video: An “MIT story” about an iconic professor - MIT Wed, 12 Aug 2026 20:25:00 GMT
A new short film from MIT Open Learning explores the influential career of Institute Professor and School of Engineering Dean Paula Hammond.
 
MIT selected to lead new NSF materials research center - MIT Wed, 12 Aug 2026 20:15:00 GMT
The Materials Research Science and Engineering Center unites researchers across disciplines to develop technologies for medical imaging, sustainable metals production, and next-generation electronics.
 
The Best Way to Avoid Diarrhea Lettuce? This Indoor Garden - Wired Wed, 12 Aug 2026 20:14:30 GMT
Lettuce Grow, one of my favorite indoor gardens, lets you cultivate your own salad greens safely, right in your living room. And it’s 20 percent off right now.
 
The Gender War Over ‘Obsession’ Has Come for Theme Parks - Wired Wed, 12 Aug 2026 19:05:29 GMT
Debate over the true villain in Obsession is raging again after Universal Studios announced the movie’s female lead will be featured at an upcoming Halloween event.
 
Rogue AI Agents Aren’t Evil. They’re Just Eager to Please - Wired Wed, 12 Aug 2026 18:45:00 GMT
AI agents that break free and hack into other systems are only trying to make us happy.
 
Astronomers discover a brand-new type of astrophysical object: A black hole star - MIT Wed, 12 Aug 2026 15:00:00 GMT
The mashup of a black hole and an enormous star has never been seen before and could explain the mysterious little red dots often found in deep-space images.
 
Met Warehouse opens as the new home of MIT’s School of Architecture and Planning - MIT Wed, 12 Aug 2026 10:00:00 GMT
In a feat of adaptive reuse, a massive, century-old brick storage facility has been turned into a contemporary hub for collaboration and creative work.
 
How to design a space habitat that supports its residents’ mental health - MIT Wed, 12 Aug 2026 09:00:00 GMT
A new online platform helps engineers look beyond survival mode when designing habitats for extreme living conditions.
 
3 Questions: MIT Sloan launches Evening MBA - MIT Tue, 11 Aug 2026 17:40:00 GMT
Dean Richard Locke discusses a new program that expands access for working professionals while deepening connections to Greater Boston’s innovation economy.
 
The mystery of the Chinese tea chest label - MIT Tue, 11 Aug 2026 16:30:00 GMT
MIT historian Tristan Brown uncovers the true origins of an artifact once thought to be a relic of the Boston Tea Party.
 
With a feel for physics, AI models simulate a wider range of real-world scenarios - MIT Mon, 10 Aug 2026 19:25:00 GMT
“GeoPT” helps AI models understand the basics of physics so they can simulate how objects respond to things like wind and water more efficiently and accurately.
 
High-orbit satellites could light the way for travel to the moon - MIT Mon, 10 Aug 2026 18:10:00 GMT
Acting as cooperative optical beacons, the satellites could provide GPS-like navigation and communications support for spacecraft operating across cislunar space.
 
MIT researchers tackle the economic realities of fusion power - MIT Mon, 10 Aug 2026 04:00:00 GMT
Their new study aims to give budding industry a framework for understanding how fusion can be profitable.
 
Physicists watch a material’s electrons assemble, and reassemble, into coexisting phases - MIT Fri, 07 Aug 2026 09:00:00 GMT
The study could help scientists understand how superconductivity and other more complex phenomena emerge in quantum materials.
 
Akirah Bradley-Armstrong named vice chancellor for student life - MIT Thu, 06 Aug 2026 20:55:00 GMT
An experienced student affairs leader is joining MIT to oversee the next chapter for the Division of Student Life.
 
A new way to watch heat move through electronics - MIT Thu, 06 Aug 2026 04:00:00 GMT
MIT researchers can now precisely measure how heat moves through multilayered materials like computer chips.
 
Then and now: How MIT Lincoln Laboratory has served as a driving force in national security innovation - MIT Wed, 05 Aug 2026 18:10:00 GMT
Members of the laboratory community reflect on technology impacts that shaped the United States and the world over the past 75 years.
 
Researchers make air-stable, ultrathin superconductors, for more scalable quantum devices - MIT Wed, 05 Aug 2026 15:00:00 GMT
A new technique produces wafer-scale samples, overcoming a major roadblock to using these materials in quantum technologies.
 
Scientists unveil more than 600 new tissue models of human cancer - MIT Wed, 05 Aug 2026 15:00:00 GMT
Derived from patient tumor samples and available to researchers around the world, the cells will aid the development of new cancer treatments.
 
These 3D-printed objects can tell you if they’re being used properly - MIT Wed, 05 Aug 2026 04:00:00 GMT
The “ShiftLens” design and fabrication system creates objects that change their surface appearance based on user interactions, without any electronics.
 
Past is prologue for geopolitical developments - MIT Tue, 04 Aug 2026 20:25:00 GMT
DUSP Associate Professor Jason Jackson’s latest book compares how two countries chose radically different paths to economic independence.
 
Reframing leadership as a design problem - MIT Tue, 04 Aug 2026 20:00:00 GMT
Nicholas de Monchaux reflects on guiding the MIT Department of Architecture through a period of dramatic change for the profession.
 
Solving the solvent problem - MIT Tue, 04 Aug 2026 18:50:00 GMT
By focusing on electrolytes, MIT scientists are making sodium-metal batteries a more practical energy storage option.
 
The benefits of medical AI assistance vary based on user expertise - MIT Tue, 04 Aug 2026 09:00:00 GMT
Study finds non-experts deferred to LLM-based diagnostic assistance, even when it was wrong, while clinicians caught AI errors.
 
Equifax Customers Can Claim Part of a $2.2M Class Action Settlement This Month - CNET Mon, 03 Aug 2026 23:01:47 GMT
If you were one of the 37,000 affected customers, you have until Sept. 1 to file your claim.
 
Alexander Rakhlin named director of the MIT Statistics and Data Science Center - MIT Mon, 03 Aug 2026 19:50:00 GMT
An expert in machine learning, statistics, and computation, Rakhlin succeeds Professor Ankur Moitra.
 
Connecting students with the future of microelectronics - MIT Mon, 03 Aug 2026 17:30:00 GMT
The 2026 NEMC Hub-sponsored externship gave students access to world-class research, advanced semiconductor manufacturing, and professionals driving innovation across the Northeast.
 
Turning molecules into reliable electronic devices - MIT Mon, 03 Aug 2026 09:00:00 GMT
A new fabrication platform integrates molecules into electronic devices, opening the door to emerging computing technologies.
 
Using reason, again and again - MIT Sun, 02 Aug 2026 04:00:00 GMT
Philosopher Brian Hedden studies decision-making over time — and recently chose to return to alma mater MIT, where he is now connecting ethics and computing.
 
Building energy security through more sustainable batteries - MIT Fri, 31 Jul 2026 04:00:00 GMT
PhD student Hugh Smith works to develop sodium-ion batteries, whose components are more abundant and accessible than those of conventional lithium-ion technology.
 
Daniela Rus receives Bavarian Minister-President's High-Tech Prize - MIT Thu, 30 Jul 2026 21:00:00 GMT
Director of CSAIL and MIT professor honored for her contributions to robotics, artificial intelligence, and autonomous systems.
 
Connecting research to policy on Capitol Hill - MIT Thu, 30 Jul 2026 20:35:00 GMT
MIT students and postdocs discussed science funding and research with policymakers in Washington during the MIT Science Policy Initiative’s annual Congressional Visit Days.
 
Why some nitrogen-processing enzymes are more efficient than others - MIT Thu, 30 Jul 2026 15:00:00 GMT
New findings could help researchers design synthetic catalysts that convert nitrogen gas to ammonia, a key step in fertilizer production.
 
MIT and Broad Institute researchers break diffraction barrier in super-resolution microscopy - MIT Wed, 29 Jul 2026 17:00:00 GMT
New U-STORM imaging technology lets scientists view molecular structures in subatomic detail — about 1,000 times clearer than traditional dyes — while making the microscope process much simpler.
 
How a medical database developed at MIT evolved into a global standard of data-sharing - MIT Wed, 29 Jul 2026 14:00:00 GMT
The visionary PhysioNet platform launched 25 years ago, based on a system developed at MIT in the 1970s. It has become one of the most comprehensive biomedical and clinical data repositories in existence.
 
Professor Emeritus Robert Cohen, pioneering polymers researcher and devoted mentor, dies at 79 - MIT Tue, 28 Jul 2026 20:00:00 GMT
Architect of MIT’s interdisciplinary Program in Polymers and Soft Matter and the PhD in chemical engineering practice is remembered for his passion for mentorship and education.
 
Yu Deng ’11 and Hong Wang PhD ’19 awarded Fields Medal - MIT Tue, 28 Jul 2026 18:00:00 GMT
MIT-trained mathematicians earn the honor, one of the most prestigious in the field, for their significant achievements.
 
Making robots faster by helping them think ahead - MIT Tue, 28 Jul 2026 04:00:00 GMT
By planning actions based on the future position of a robot, the VLASH technique streamlines motions and accelerates performance.
 
MIT engineers design recyclable elastic yarn - MIT Mon, 27 Jul 2026 14:00:00 GMT
Melt it, spin it, use it again. This new recyclable yarn is as strong and stretchy as spandex-based yarns.
 
Looking beyond research - MIT Thu, 23 Jul 2026 19:00:00 GMT
Professor Anna-Christina Eilers is “Committed to Caring” for building a culture around attentiveness and community.
 
MIT projects selected for funding under US Department of Energy’s Genesis Mission - MIT Thu, 23 Jul 2026 12:00:00 GMT
Initial research projects advance national priorities across natural resources, manufacturing, nuclear physics, and more.
 
Professor Emeritus Dimitri Bertsekas, influential computer scientist and prolific author, dies at 83 - MIT Wed, 22 Jul 2026 17:00:00 GMT
Known for his clear and elegant writing style, Bertsekas shaped fields from control and optimization to large-scale computation and artificial intelligence.
 
Diffuse puffs of “missing” matter surround most galaxies - MIT Tue, 21 Jul 2026 15:00:00 GMT
An MIT-led team used bright radio bursts to illuminate a vast source of matter that was previously unaccounted for.
 
Emery Brown, Daniel Hastings, and Douglas Lauffenburger named Institute Professors - MIT Mon, 20 Jul 2026 17:00:00 GMT
Longtime professors and experts in the fields of anesthesiology, aerospace engineering, and biological engineering, respectively, receive MIT’s highest faculty honor.
 
How an influx of salt may affect microbial ecosystems - MIT Fri, 17 Jul 2026 09:00:00 GMT
As sea levels rise and saltwater seeps into freshwater, stressed aquatic populations may retain overall growth even as diversity declines, MIT scientists find.
 
Diana Grass: Listening to the body’s language - MIT Fri, 17 Jul 2026 04:00:00 GMT
The PhD candidate builds soft bioelectronic technologies to decode signals between the brain and the rest of the body.
 
For energy systems that power a reliable grid, the future is all about location - MIT Thu, 16 Jul 2026 09:00:00 GMT
MIT researchers find that where new energy projects are built could be key to avoiding blackouts in a future with hotter weather and other challenges.
 
A better way to turn 2D designs into 3D models for rapid prototyping - MIT Thu, 16 Jul 2026 04:00:00 GMT
Researchers developed an automated framework that helps AI models generate CAD programs more accurately and efficiently.
 
MIT Professor Susumu Tonegawa, renowned molecular biologist and Nobel laureate, dies at 86 - MIT Wed, 15 Jul 2026 19:00:00 GMT
Tonegawa made landmark discoveries about how the immune system generates antibody diversity and how the brain forms memories.
 
Ketogenic diets may increase cancer risk in the small intestine - MIT Wed, 15 Jul 2026 15:00:00 GMT
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