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Sources: Jensen Huang had an extramarital relationship with Nvidia's VP of healthcare, Kimberly Powell; their relationship has been discussed inside the company (New York Times) - Techmeme Wed, 11 Nov 2026 22:03:12 GMT

New York Times:
Sources: Jensen Huang had an extramarital relationship with Nvidia's VP of healthcare, Kimberly Powell; their relationship has been discussed inside the company — Mr. Huang, Nvidia's chief executive, is already facing scrutiny over an affair with a Chinese businesswoman who U.S. intelligence determined was a Chinese spy.

 
Pete Hegseth Is About to Get His Ass Kicked - Wired Wed, 11 Nov 2026 22:00:00 GMT
House Democrats are already planning to make their impeachment case against the defense secretary as airtight—and appealing to Republicans—as possible.
 
Firefox removes data limits from its free VPN through January 2027 - TechSpot Wed, 11 Nov 2026 21:57:00 GMT
Firefox is temporarily removing the 50GB monthly cap on its free built-in VPN, offering unlimited browsing through January 31, 2027. The feature hides your IP address, helps prevent tracking, and adds privacy on public Wi-Fi. Available on desktop and Android in supported regions, it only requires a free Mozilla account.
 
‘Grand Theft Auto VI’ reportedly passes $1B in sales a week before release - The Washington Post - Google Wed, 11 Nov 2026 21:34:59 GMT
  1. ‘Grand Theft Auto VI’ reportedly passes $1B in sales a week before release The Washington Post
  2. ‘Grand Theft Auto VI’ Reaches $1 Billion In Sales Ahead Of Release, Report Says Forbes
  3. Take-Two Interactive Software Reports Lower Revenue Ahead of ‘GTA VI’ Launch WSJ
  4. ‘GTA 6’ vs. Hollywood: Industry Braces for “Biggest Entertainment Launch in History” The Hollywood Reporter
  5. Dear Take-Two Stock Fans, Mark Your Calendars for November 19 Yahoo Finance
 
Golden Joystick Awards 2026 – All Award Winners - Insider Gaming - Google Wed, 11 Nov 2026 21:29:11 GMT
  1. Golden Joystick Awards 2026 – All Award Winners Insider Gaming
  2. Golden Joystick Awards 2026: All the Winners From Today’s Show Polygon.com
  3. Crimson Desert wins 'PC Game of the Year' at the 2026 Golden Joystick Awards PC Gamer
  4. Gaming's Biggest Night: Red Carpet Antics at the Golden Joysticks! Yahoo
  5. The Witcher Wins Two Awards at 2026 Golden Joysticks CD PROJEKT RED Press Center
 
Modular, 3D Printed Train Whistles For Everyone - Hack a Day Wed, 11 Nov 2026 21:00:39 GMT
If the word “train” didn’t grab your attention, you’re probably not the target audience for this project. If it did, then there is no need to explain why [AeroKoi] has …read more
 
OKX and ICE's joint venture OKXICE plans to launch a US tokenized stock venue on November 23 and list 70+ assets; 56 of the 62 companies it targeted objected (Scott Patterson/Bloomberg) - Techmeme Wed, 11 Nov 2026 21:00:13 GMT

Scott Patterson / Bloomberg:
OKX and ICE's joint venture OKXICE plans to launch a US tokenized stock venue on November 23 and list 70+ assets; 56 of the 62 companies it targeted objected — Crypto's race to grab a slice of the US stock market is picking up speed even as many of the companies whose shares are being targeted for tokenized trading are pushing back.

 
Toyota is reviving Scion with a tiny Kei pickup built in Indiana - TechSpot Wed, 11 Nov 2026 20:56:00 GMT

The Kei-01 will be built at Toyota's factory in Princeton, Indiana, which currently assembles the Highlander, Grand Highlander, Sienna Hybrid, and Lexus TX. Toyota is investing $34 million to establish new assembly operations and upgrade production and logistics infrastructure at the plant, which is expected to add around 50 new jobs.

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DroidDeck brings Steam and PC gaming to Android without streaming - TechSpot Wed, 11 Nov 2026 20:42:00 GMT
DroidDeck is a free app that lets users run Steam and compatible Windows games on Android devices. It leverages Proton and x86 translation to bring PC gaming to supported handhelds. Recent updates expand GPU compatibility, improve controller support, and introduce additional features for dual-screen devices.
 
T-Mobile illegally imposed 50GB cap on low-income home Internet plan, NY says - ArsTechnica Wed, 11 Nov 2026 20:32:21 GMT
Law requires 25Mbps home Internet. T-Mobile lowers speed to 600Kbps after 50GB cap.
 
AWS releases AWS Emulator, a free tool that simulates 200+ of its services locally, saying AI agents wrote it and its team hasn't written or reviewed any code (Todd Bishop/GeekWire) - Techmeme Wed, 11 Nov 2026 20:25:00 GMT

Todd Bishop / GeekWire:
AWS releases AWS Emulator, a free tool that simulates 200+ of its services locally, saying AI agents wrote it and its team hasn't written or reviewed any code — AWS says its engineers didn't write or review a single line of code in its newest developer tool, and the company is touting that as a selling point.

 
Anduril says its first satellite can see adversaries maneuver in orbital night - ArsTechnica Wed, 11 Nov 2026 20:22:03 GMT
"What's unique is it's got a huge dynamic range. We can see things in full dark."
 
United is restricting AI agents from booking flights - Engadget Wed, 11 Nov 2026 20:09:44 GMT
The airline believes AI poses security risks and may violate DOT and FAA rules.
 
Reddit "Reviews" will use AI to turn subreddit posts into product recommendations - TechSpot Wed, 11 Nov 2026 20:05:00 GMT

Reddit has announced a significant way in how the company plans to do business on the web. The newly introduced Reddit Reviews service will turn one of the internet's most popular "places" into a review and recommendation hub. Just like everything else related to user-generated data these days, RR makes...

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I Saw the Future of Robotics in a Virtual Duck That Chases My Cat - Wired Wed, 11 Nov 2026 19:55:54 GMT
An OpenAI model helped me teach the Microduck to waddle and moonlight as a tiny cat butler.
 
Google brings the Gemini app to Apple CarPlay - Engadget Wed, 11 Nov 2026 19:54:55 GMT
The chatbot was already available through the Google Maps app.
 
ByteDance is reportedly working on its own AI agent - Engadget Wed, 11 Nov 2026 19:42:19 GMT
The Chinese company wants to compete with Meta's Muse.
 
iCloud+ has new perk in iOS 27 if you pay for more storage - 9to5Mac - Google Wed, 11 Nov 2026 19:32:00 GMT
iCloud+ has new perk in iOS 27 if you pay for more storage 9to5Mac
 
How many SpaceX Starship rocket tests have failed? - Engadget Wed, 11 Nov 2026 19:27:00 GMT
Thanks to SpaceX's unique approach to testing, the answer isn't so clear-cut.
 
Google launches Gemini Decisions API, powered by its new Gemini Decision 1 model, to return predefined answers with confidence scores, at $0.10/1M input tokens (Google) - Techmeme Wed, 11 Nov 2026 19:05:00 GMT

Google:
Google launches Gemini Decisions API, powered by its new Gemini Decision 1 model, to return predefined answers with confidence scores, at $0.10/1M input tokens — Introducing the Gemini Decisions API, powered by our new Gemini Decision 1 model. Evaluate up to 1,000 yes/no, choice …

 
NASA's secret weapon in the lunar space race may be ... procurement reform? - ArsTechnica Wed, 11 Nov 2026 19:00:26 GMT
"The pace that's occurring, and the nature of the procurements, is unprecedented."
 
Cash App founder's killer gets 16 years to life in prison - Engadget Wed, 11 Nov 2026 18:57:37 GMT
Bob Lee died from multiple stab wounds in 2023.
 
United Airlines says it will prevent personal AI assistants from booking tickets, citing data privacy risks and possible FAA and DOT rule violations (Alison Sider/Wall Street Journal) - Techmeme Wed, 11 Nov 2026 18:40:01 GMT

Alison Sider / Wall Street Journal:
United Airlines says it will prevent personal AI assistants from booking tickets, citing data privacy risks and possible FAA and DOT rule violations — The carrier says automated assistants present data-privacy risks; 'I don't want to create another middleman' — United Airlines doesn't want to deal with your AI agent.

 
Silicon Valley's herd mentality in cozying up to Trump backfired as Democrats may seek retribution, China closes the AI gap, and anti-Big Tech sentiment grows (Nick Clegg/The Atlantic) - Techmeme Wed, 11 Nov 2026 18:30:00 GMT

Nick Clegg / The Atlantic:
Silicon Valley's herd mentality in cozying up to Trump backfired as Democrats may seek retribution, China closes the AI gap, and anti-Big Tech sentiment grows — For Silicon Valley leaders, cozying up to the Trump administration has led to a series of spectacular failures.

 
Google Voice appears to finally be working on RCS support - 9to5Google - Google Wed, 11 Nov 2026 18:30:00 GMT
  1. Google Voice appears to finally be working on RCS support 9to5Google
  2. Google Voice is laying the groundwork for RCS chats Android Authority
  3. Google Voice Is Finally Testing RCS Support to Replace Ancient SMS Limits Android Headlines
  4. Google Voice web app overhaul introduces new look, grouped chats, and more Android Authority
 
Peacock is redesigning its mobile app to focus more on vertical videos - Engadget Wed, 11 Nov 2026 18:24:40 GMT
This is an attempt to "win another hour per user, per month."
 
Taiwan’s chipmaking giant TSMC to invest $1B in Anthropic, OpenAI - ArsTechnica Wed, 11 Nov 2026 18:16:40 GMT
Latest example of the AI boom’s circular financing comes as AI trade wobbles.
 
Steam Deck now shows average frame rates for thousands of games - TechSpot Wed, 11 Nov 2026 18:08:00 GMT

Valve announced the addition this week, with the data calculated from previously collected, anonymized figures provided by customers who chose to opt in to frame rate sharing. The average is already available for "thousands" of Steam Deck-tested games, and the same data can be viewed in the Steam Library by...

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Trump admin loses fight to spy on random journalists’ LinkedIn DMs - ArsTechnica Wed, 11 Nov 2026 18:05:26 GMT
Confidential sources “lifeblood” of free press, court rules in LinkedIn fight.
 
CHIP 8: The Pong Game’s Afoot! - Hack a Day Wed, 11 Nov 2026 18:00:12 GMT
Writing a computer game has always been hard. It is only the nature of the difficulty that changes. A modern game is as much about graphics, sound, and storytelling as …read more
 
Google Pixel Tag is only available in 8 countries, and excludes Europe - 9to5Google - Google Wed, 11 Nov 2026 18:00:00 GMT
  1. Google Pixel Tag is only available in 8 countries, and excludes Europe 9to5Google
  2. You can now buy the Pixel Tag, cases from Bellroy & Spigen available 9to5Google
  3. Google Pixel Tag Hands-On: The AirTag for Android Fans CNET
  4. Google’s Pixel Tag tracker is now available The Verge
  5. I tested Google’s new Pixel Tag, and found an unexpected use for its real-time tracking ZDNET
 
How years of research built Grand Theft Auto VI’s obsessively detailed world - The Guardian - Google Wed, 11 Nov 2026 17:49:00 GMT
  1. How years of research built Grand Theft Auto VI’s obsessively detailed world The Guardian
  2. How About a GTA Set Outside the United States? 'Never Say Never,' Rockstar Boss Teases, but Don't Hold Your Breath IGN
  3. RIT game scholar: 'Grand Theft Auto 6' is going full Florida Man meme Rochester Institute of Technology
  4. With GTA 6 map again set in U.S., Rockstar addresses whether GTA 7 will go international Notebookcheck
  5. How did Rockstar build GTA's Florida-inspired world? With 'a bunch of dorks in terrifying neighbourhoods' Stuff
 
Roku will stop selling smart home devices and refocus on streaming - Engadget Wed, 11 Nov 2026 17:44:53 GMT
The company will stop selling video doorbells, its home monitoring system and other products.
 
IBM unveils the Quantum Nighthawk r3, its next-gen processor designed to execute 10,000 quantum operations across 520 qubits to tackle more complex computations (Kyt Dotson/SiliconANGLE) - Techmeme Wed, 11 Nov 2026 17:40:01 GMT

Kyt Dotson / SiliconANGLE:
IBM unveils the Quantum Nighthawk r3, its next-gen processor designed to execute 10,000 quantum operations across 520 qubits to tackle more complex computations — IBM Corp. today announced the Quantum Nighthawk r3, its next-generation processor designed to tackle larger …

 
Big Walk used AI to fix a bug. Now the indie gaming world is having a reckoning. - Ars Technica - Google Wed, 11 Nov 2026 17:37:32 GMT
  1. Big Walk used AI to fix a bug. Now the indie gaming world is having a reckoning. Ars Technica
  2. Big Walk Used AI In 'The Final Stretch' Of Development, Kicking Off Intense Awards Debate Aftermath
  3. Indie Game Awards AI Boycott Sparks Big Walk Controversy Gizmodo
  4. House House clarifies use of AI tools in Big Walk's "final stage of development" GamesIndustry.biz
  5. Big Walk AI Controversy Is a GOTY Awards Twist Sparking a Bigger Debate Polygon.com
 
Big Walk used AI to fix a bug. Now the indie gaming world is having a reckoning. - ArsTechnica Wed, 11 Nov 2026 17:37:32 GMT
Any amount of AI coding is too much for many Independent Games Festival judges.
 
Pixel users are getting a major Android Auto update – and it rivals Siri AI - ZDNET - Google Wed, 11 Nov 2026 17:11:19 GMT
  1. Pixel users are getting a major Android Auto update – and it rivals Siri AI ZDNET
  2. Talk it through with Gemini, now on Apple CarPlay blog.google
  3. Google rolling out Gemini app for CarPlay 9to5Google
  4. Google Adds Gemini Voice AI Assistant to Apple CarPlay Bloomberg.com
  5. Google is adding Gemini voice AI to Apple CarPlay for iPhone users Quartz
 
The 22 Best Early Black Friday Deals: Our Ultimate Picks (2026) - Wired Wed, 11 Nov 2026 17:08:14 GMT
The early bird gets the worm. Here are the best Black Friday deals for 2026 you can get right now.
 
Apple is shuttering its 28-year-old online community forum - Ars Technica - Google Wed, 11 Nov 2026 17:04:26 GMT
  1. Apple is shuttering its 28-year-old online community forum Ars Technica
  2. 'Apple Support Community' Permanently Closing on November 20 MacRumors
  3. Ding dong, the Apple Support Community is dead Six Colors
  4. End of an era: Apple Support Community forums will permanently close on November 20 9to5Mac
  5. Apple tells its Support Community to STFU The Register
 
Apple is shuttering its 28-year-old online community forum - ArsTechnica Wed, 11 Nov 2026 17:04:26 GMT
Apple has already made the forum read-only.
 
Sources: self-driving simulation software maker Applied Intuition is in talks to raise at least $1.5B led by General Catalyst at a ~$30B pre-money valuation (Bloomberg) - Techmeme Wed, 11 Nov 2026 17:00:55 GMT

Bloomberg:
Sources: self-driving simulation software maker Applied Intuition is in talks to raise at least $1.5B led by General Catalyst at a ~$30B pre-money valuation — Applied Intuition Inc., a defense contractor developing technology for autonomous vehicles, is in talks to raise at least $1.5 billion …

 
A Startup Wants to Fight AI Bioweapons With AI - Wired Wed, 11 Nov 2026 17:00:00 GMT
Radical Numerics has developed a model that it says can identify natural and AI-engineered pathogens without an internet connection.
 
Memo: Meta's head of infrastructure and co-head of engineering Santosh Janardhan plans to leave in early 2027 and Dave Brown will become head of infrastructure (Riley Griffin/Bloomberg) - Techmeme Wed, 11 Nov 2026 16:35:05 GMT

Riley Griffin / Bloomberg:
Memo: Meta's head of infrastructure and co-head of engineering Santosh Janardhan plans to leave in early 2027 and Dave Brown will become head of infrastructure — Meta Platforms Inc.'s longtime infrastructure chief will leave the company in early 2027, a major leadership change as it continues …

 
IBM to offer access to a dual-processor quantum system in 2027 - ArsTechnica Wed, 11 Nov 2026 16:33:08 GMT
The company plans on linking two 520-qubit chips before next year is over.
 
The Drawer Every Standing Desk Needs - Hack a Day Wed, 11 Nov 2026 16:30:11 GMT
Adjustable standing desks have had some ergonomic and health benefits for many people who would otherwise be sitting down all day, but those benefits come at a cost of a …read more
 
Imprint, which helps companies offer co-branded credit cards and manage loyalty programs, raised $130M led by Khosla Ventures at a ~$1.9B valuation (Alex Konrad/Upstarts Media) - Techmeme Wed, 11 Nov 2026 16:30:01 GMT

Alex Konrad / Upstarts Media:
Imprint, which helps companies offer co-branded credit cards and manage loyalty programs, raised $130M led by Khosla Ventures at a ~$1.9B valuation — Imprint CEO Daragh Murphy's co-branded card startup is now solving loyalty for brands in agentic commerce. — ∙ Paid

 
Asrock releases new Radeon GPU firmware after previous update bricked cards, offers no explanation - TechSpot Wed, 11 Nov 2026 16:26:00 GMT

As VideoCardz reports, the new RX 7900 XTX download carries the ASRVBFlash 1.0.6 label and a November 6 date. It replaces version 1.0.5, but there's no changelog explaining what's new or confirmation that the problems with the previous release have been fixed. That's not exactly reassuring for anyone considering another attempted update.

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Blizzard Has Changed the Way Gold is Earned in WoW Forever and Players Are Loving It (So Far) - IGN - Google Wed, 11 Nov 2026 16:18:11 GMT
  1. Blizzard Has Changed the Way Gold is Earned in WoW Forever and Players Are Loving It (So Far) IGN
  2. WoW: Forever Hotfixes - November 10, 2026 — World of Warcraft — Blizzard News Blizzard News
  3. WoW: Forever launch used 70,480 CPU cores and 251 terabytes of RAM — 3,924 virtual machines powered one of World of Warcraft's smoothest launches ever Tom's Hardware
  4. World of Warcraft civil war erupts as 'retail Andys' beg Blizzard to make WoW: Forever easier. They should ignore it. Windows Central
  5. Blizzard Can't Stop Tweaking WoW: Forever and It's Only Been 6 Days Polygon.com
 
The AO3 Shutdown Is Pitting Fanfic Readers Against Authors - Wired Wed, 11 Nov 2026 16:13:03 GMT
“It has left a sour taste in my mouth,” says a Heated Rivalry fanfic author who found her work uploaded to AO3 mirror sites without her consent.
 
Tekken Boss Katsuhiro Harada Says Developing For Xbox Series S 'Feels Like Having To Do Extra Work For A Slightly Weaker Child' - Kotaku - Google Wed, 11 Nov 2026 16:00:24 GMT
  1. Tekken Boss Katsuhiro Harada Says Developing For Xbox Series S 'Feels Like Having To Do Extra Work For A Slightly Weaker Child' Kotaku
  2. Katsuhiro Harada does not like the Xbox Series S Game Developer
  3. Two Major Developers Explain Why They Like And Dislike Making Games For Xbox Series S Pure Xbox
  4. CDPR associate game director says Xbox Series S ‘constantly throws challenges at us’ PC Gamer
  5. Tekken Veteran Katsuhiro Harada Asks Microsoft Never to Make Another Xbox Series S, Criticizing Its Weak Performance (with an Xbox Official in the Audience) Wccftech
 
Inspired by networks found in nature, engineers design stronger, more resilient “metamaterials” - MIT Wed, 11 Nov 2026 16:00:00 GMT
The new design approach could improve impact absorption for helmets, packaging, and armor.
 
Google’s Tabletop AI experiment lets you build custom collaboration apps - The Verge - Google Wed, 11 Nov 2026 16:00:00 GMT
  1. Google’s Tabletop AI experiment lets you build custom collaboration apps The Verge
  2. Try Tabletop: Customizable, collaborative spaces for groups to plan, play and do more together. blog.google
  3. Google tests AI service Tabletop for collaborative planning — The Verge UA.NEWS
  4. Google Labs’ new Tabletop feature lets you turn an AI canvas into a multiplayer experience XDA
  5. Google Introduces Tabletop for Building Collaborative AI Spaces Unite.AI
 
Hell Let Loose's original developers' Napoleonic-era extraction game, Hunger, gets December early access release, and an open beta this month - Eurogamer.net - Google Wed, 11 Nov 2026 15:41:50 GMT
  1. Hell Let Loose's original developers' Napoleonic-era extraction game, Hunger, gets December early access release, and an open beta this month Eurogamer.net
  2. HUNGER Launching in Early Access on Steam Next Month Insider Gaming
  3. Good Fun Corporation Reveals Early Access Release Date for Hunger Game KeenGamer
  4. HUNGER launches in Early Access on December 3 Gematsu
 
China’s Nvidia Honeypot Isn’t Surprising. Jensen Huang Fell for It Anyway - Wired Wed, 11 Nov 2026 15:30:00 GMT
China’s use of sexpionage is a well-established intelligence tactic with recent, high-profile examples. So how did the world’s most powerful AI executive fall for it?
 
How Skyrim Found a Second Life as a Cozy Game - IGN - Google Wed, 11 Nov 2026 15:30:00 GMT
  1. How Skyrim Found a Second Life as a Cozy Game IGN
  2. Huge 'Skyrim' Release Upstages Bethesda On Game's 15th Anniversary Polygon.com
  3. Skyrim confirms unexpected remaster on 15th anniversary of Bethesda game GAMINGbible
  4. Fan mod Beyond Skyrim: Bruma gets huge update and PlayStation port Video Games Chronicle
  5. The Elder Scrolls VI: Sentinel – Skyrim turns 15, but without a real outlook PlayFront
 
Trump wanted little Kei trucks for America, Toyota makes it happen - ArsTechnica Wed, 11 Nov 2026 15:25:44 GMT
Does this herald the start of a small car revolution, or is it a meaningless distraction?
 
‘GTA 6’ Pre-Loads Are Slowing Down The Internet, Warns ISP - Forbes - Google Wed, 11 Nov 2026 15:22:43 GMT
  1. ‘GTA 6’ Pre-Loads Are Slowing Down The Internet, Warns ISP Forbes
  2. Grand Theft Auto VI Comes to XBOX One and XBOX Series X|S Through XBOX Cloud Gaming on November 19 XBOX Wire
  3. Pre-load Grand Theft Auto VI on PS5 starting today PlayStation.Blog
  4. GTA VI will be available on Xbox Cloud Gaming for Xbox One consoles The Verge
  5. Grand Theft Auto VI Will Run At 30 FPS On All Consoles, But PS5 Pro Will Feature 'Improved Clarity' And Ray-Traced Shadows Game Informer
 
Star Trek Is No Longer TV's Best Space Exploration Sci-Fi Thanks to Apple's 5-Part Series - Polygon.com - Google Wed, 11 Nov 2026 15:21:42 GMT
Star Trek Is No Longer TV's Best Space Exploration Sci-Fi Thanks to Apple's 5-Part Series Polygon.com
 
Tel Aviv- and SF-based Edelbyte, which is building a data analytics platform designed for AI agents, emerges from stealth with $70M across a Series A and a seed (Tim Keary/Forbes) - Techmeme Wed, 11 Nov 2026 15:21:00 GMT

Tim Keary / Forbes:
Tel Aviv- and SF-based Edelbyte, which is building a data analytics platform designed for AI agents, emerges from stealth with $70M across a Series A and a seed — This voice experience is generated by AI. Learn more. … Big data analytics is being reimagined for AI agents.

 
Google DeepMind launches AlphaGenome 2, trained on 100M+ cell profiles across 68 tissues to predict the effects of genetic variants, for non-commercial research (Robert Hart/The Verge) - Techmeme Wed, 11 Nov 2026 15:10:04 GMT

Robert Hart / The Verge:
Google DeepMind launches AlphaGenome 2, trained on 100M+ cell profiles across 68 tissues to predict the effects of genetic variants, for non-commercial research — DeepMind's new DNA model better predicts how mutations affect different cells, potentially opening paths to treatment.

 
Caltech robot makes history by assembling first structure in orbit without astronauts - TechSpot Wed, 11 Nov 2026 15:09:00 GMT

The machine, called ASTRA, takes up roughly a cubic meter and packs a gantry arm, motorized parts dispensers and 11 cameras. Engineers also squeezed two finished sections of the frame inside before launch, so its first job in orbit was simply pushing those out.

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Plurai, founded by former Nexar staffers to use synthetic data and digital twins of corporate IT environments to assess AI agents, raised a $13M seed (Tim Fernholz/TechCrunch) - Techmeme Wed, 11 Nov 2026 15:05:56 GMT

Tim Fernholz / TechCrunch:
Plurai, founded by former Nexar staffers to use synthetic data and digital twins of corporate IT environments to assess AI agents, raised a $13M seed — AI agents are all the rage, but they're not quite as capable as their purveyors would have you believe.

 
EV Batteries Are Proving Hardier Than Expected - Hack a Day Wed, 11 Nov 2026 15:00:08 GMT
Batteries have a habit of quietly getting worse. Anyone who has nursed an old smartphone through its final years knows the routine—it leaves the house at 100% and is begging …read more
 
Rox, which develops AI agents to automate customer research and outreach, raised a $100M Series B co-led by General Catalyst and March at a $1.3B valuation (Morgan Chittum/Fortune) - Techmeme Wed, 11 Nov 2026 14:40:02 GMT

Morgan Chittum / Fortune:
Rox, which develops AI agents to automate customer research and outreach, raised a $100M Series B co-led by General Catalyst and March at a $1.3B valuation — Morgan Chittum here. For decades, enterprise software giants like Salesforce have powered the workflows that keep the world's biggest businesses running.

 
Europe wants to ban 'dark patterns' in apps and loot boxes for minors - Engadget Wed, 11 Nov 2026 14:29:03 GMT
Europe's Digital Fairness Act targets digital practices that harm children and push people into spending more.
 
Flock is asking lawmakers to regulate its cameras, as long as police don't need a warrant - TechSpot Wed, 11 Nov 2026 14:24:00 GMT

As Arizona Capitol Times reports, Flock policy director Andrea Korb told an R Street Institute webinar that the company supports state-by-state legislation governing its camera technology. It expects a wave of bills in 2027, with lawmakers interested even in states that have recently passed restrictions.

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After the US midterms, Palantir CEO Alex Karp pivots toward Democrats, describing his philosophy as "progressive" and praising Trump for saying ICE went too far (Politico) - Techmeme Wed, 11 Nov 2026 14:20:57 GMT

Politico:
After the US midterms, Palantir CEO Alex Karp pivots toward Democrats, describing his philosophy as “progressive” and praising Trump for saying ICE went too far — With help from Eli Okun, Ali Bianco and Irie Sentner — Good Wednesday morning — and a special note of gratitude and thanks to all the vets on Veterans Day.

 
If you bought an iPhone Duo, have you kept or returned it? [Poll] - 9to5Mac - Google Wed, 11 Nov 2026 14:13:00 GMT
  1. If you bought an iPhone Duo, have you kept or returned it? [Poll] 9to5Mac
  2. Not everyone is loving their new iPhone Duo The Verge
  3. Amazon's AI Wearable Might Be The Best On The Market At This One Thing. Yahoo
  4. Apple’s Foldable Achieved in 2 Weeks What Android Has Chased for 6 Years Man of Many
  5. 10 Free iPhone Duo Apps Worth Downloading MacRumors
 
Google DeepMind just mathematically verified key parts of Signal - ArsTechnica Wed, 11 Nov 2026 14:08:57 GMT
The four-week project hints that AI could make formal verification far more practical.
 
Adobe’s AI experiments let you walk around in photos and interview your characters - The Verge - Google Wed, 11 Nov 2026 14:00:00 GMT
  1. Adobe’s AI experiments let you walk around in photos and interview your characters The Verge
  2. Adobe Transforms its Creative Cloud Tools into Agentic Workflows Built with the Precision and Control Pros Expect, Giving Creatives More Time for Their Craft Adobe Newsroom
  3. Adobe’s Cutting-Edge AI Research Projects Are All About Precision Editing CNET
  4. Adobe Gives Sneak Peek at Real-Time Generative AI Video Editing Feature Variety
  5. Adobe is fully in its agent era Fast Company
 
From Green Screen to Gray Box: AI Is Stepping Onto the Hollywood Sound Stage - CNET Wed, 11 Nov 2026 13:50:00 GMT
A movie set with blank, neutral walls can be filled in with AI-generated backgrounds and lighting.
 
A radio-wave trick from the 1980s could keep fusion reactors running continuously - TechSpot Wed, 11 Nov 2026 13:41:00 GMT

The coil in question, a central solenoid, works a lot like a transformer. It keeps ramping up its own current to induce one in the plasma, but it eventually runs out of room to ramp. Those stop-start cycles also wear on the machine over time, so engineers would much rather...

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Duolingo, Strava, and Ticketmaster Are All Caught Up in EU’s New Digital Fairness Rules - Wired Wed, 11 Nov 2026 13:36:15 GMT
Winning streaks can be turned off and influencers will be forced to reveal when they’re being paid under the new Digital Fairness Act aimed at tackling “dark patterns” on platforms and services.
 
Samsung Galaxy S27 and S27 Ultra camera specs reportedly leaked - Mashable - Google Wed, 11 Nov 2026 13:07:31 GMT
  1. Samsung Galaxy S27 and S27 Ultra camera specs reportedly leaked Mashable
  2. Exclusive: Galaxy S27, S27+, S27 Pro, S27 Ultra Camera Sensors Revealed SammyGuru
  3. Samsung Galaxy S27 Ultra vs Galaxy S26 Ultra preview: Main differences to expect PhoneArena
  4. Samsung Galaxy S27 series dummy units surface in new leak - GSMArena.com news GSMArena.com
  5. Samsung is focusing 70% of its Galaxy S27 production on the Ultra and Pro Android Authority
 
Are your TVs spying on you? We asked their makers - The Verge - Google Wed, 11 Nov 2026 13:00:00 GMT
  1. Are your TVs spying on you? We asked their makers The Verge
  2. LG Faces Legal Scrutiny Over Smart TV Spying Allegations – And Other Brands Could Be Next Yahoo Tech
  3. Even after being fined approximately $20 million, the 'opt out of espionage' option on Vizio smart TVs remains ineffective. GIGAZINE
  4. Vizio, Samsung smart TVs seem to ignore tracking opt outs Malwarebytes
  5. Amazon, Apple, Google, LG, Roku, Samsung and TCL Address TV Privacy Concerns JournalArta
 
Microsoft's Automatic Super Resolution is now officially out for the ROG Xbox Ally X - Engadget Wed, 11 Nov 2026 12:59:44 GMT
Microsoft's upscaling tech for video games is now officially available for select Xbox Ally machines, as well as some other Copilot+ PCs.
 
Don't talk about Call of Duty on a plane: a FaceTime chat triggered an airport evacuation - TechSpot Wed, 11 Nov 2026 12:47:00 GMT

According to Ontario police, a plane and the east wing of Terminal 2 at Ontario International Airport were evacuated on Sunday night after a passenger heard the words "bomb" and "explosion." It turned out the person mistook a conversation about Call of Duty for a bomb threat.

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This video lets you actually see the ‘incredible’ new MacBook Pro cooling system - 9to5Mac - Google Wed, 11 Nov 2026 12:47:00 GMT
  1. This video lets you actually see the ‘incredible’ new MacBook Pro cooling system 9to5Mac
  2. Review: Apple’s M6 MacBook Pro is good, but it’s missing all the exciting stuff Ars Technica
  3. Apple MacBook Pro review: lighter, thinner and a stunning OLED touchscreen The Guardian
  4. I used Apple’s new touchscreen MacBook Pro for a week to see if it’s worth $2,899 | CNN Underscored CNN
  5. The MacBook Pro M5 Isn’t Apple’s Newest Laptop, but It’s the Best to Buy Right Now WIRED
 
A Grok vibe-coding agent leaked sensitive SpaceXSI data - Engadget Wed, 11 Nov 2026 12:35:10 GMT
A flaw in SpaceXSI's Grok Build vibe-coding agent allowed sensitive data to leak from thousands of users including... SpaceXSI.
 
Best Indoor Garden Systems I’ve Been Testing for Years (2026) - Wired Wed, 11 Nov 2026 12:30:00 GMT
Grow a backyard’s worth of greens and vegetables in your house with a hydroponic garden. Here are a few that might be worth the investment.
 
World of Warcraft: Forever secret hunters have found the MMO's first hidden treasure - Eurogamer.net - Google Wed, 11 Nov 2026 12:15:50 GMT
  1. World of Warcraft: Forever secret hunters have found the MMO's first hidden treasure Eurogamer.net
  2. World of Warcraft's First Big Secret Has Been Discovered, Even Though No One Has Finished it Yet IGN
  3. WoW: Forever Players Uncover A Secret Weapon Quest Chain That Spans Zephras Isle To Dire Maul GameFragger.com
 
PlayStation 5 passes 100 million sales as GTA VI prepares to give it another boost - TechSpot Wed, 11 Nov 2026 12:03:00 GMT

Sony wrote on its website that its latest console generation has sold over 100 million units as of November 10, 2026. That means it's still around 17 million units shy of the PS4 and slightly behind the original PlayStation (102.4 million), but ahead of the PS3 (87.4 million) and the...

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Why Engineers are Forced to Create Junk Designs - Hack a Day Wed, 11 Nov 2026 12:00:45 GMT
It’s become a bit of a platitude to state that products were manufactured better in ‘the olden days’, but as [The Meandrous Engineer] covers in a recent video essay, the …read more
 
Exclusive: Your Smartphone Camera Could Get a Big Upgrade With This Tech - Wired Wed, 11 Nov 2026 12:00:00 GMT
Metalenz just acquired PxE to ditch the 50-year-old color filter that has held back smartphone night photography.
 
2027 Chevrolet Bolt review: RIP to the GOAT of low-cost electric motoring - Engadget Wed, 11 Nov 2026 12:00:00 GMT
Like a budget-minded phoenix, the Bolt is back - but not for long.
 
Exclusive: Your Smartphone Camera Could Get a Big Upgrade With This Tech - WIRED - Google Wed, 11 Nov 2026 12:00:00 GMT
  1. Exclusive: Your Smartphone Camera Could Get a Big Upgrade With This Tech WIRED
  2. New Sensor Tech Could Replace Bayer Color Filter and Transform Mobile Photography PetaPixel
  3. Metalenz Acquires PxE Imaging, Expanding Its Perception Platform to Bring New Insights to AI GlobeNewswire
  4. A new camera technology could dramatically improve how smartphones take photos at night Digital Trends
  5. Metalenz Buys PxE Imaging to Add Color and Depth to Edge AI Unite.AI
 
Best OLED TVs of 2026: LG, Samsung, Sony, and More - Wired Wed, 11 Nov 2026 11:30:00 GMT
Looking for rich picture quality and inky-black shadows? These OLED TVs are the ones you want for your next movie night.
 
Ring unveils AI security drone that patrols your home and a robot that guards businesses - TechSpot Wed, 11 Nov 2026 11:15:00 GMT

The Ring Drone Cam costs $249.99 and is set to arrive in the US on January 27. It's essentially a second run at the Always Home Cam. Ring showed that one off back in 2020 at the same price, but it never actually shipped.

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Michigan Residents Voted to Get Corporate Money Out of Politics. Now Utilities Are Suing - Wired Wed, 11 Nov 2026 11:15:00 GMT
Amid rising electricity costs, Michiganders decisively voted for a ballot proposition to curtail the ability of utilities to spend on elections—a move utilities say limits their freedom of speech.
 
Best Air Purifiers (2026): Tested Picks for Every Room - Wired Wed, 11 Nov 2026 11:02:00 GMT
Protect your home against dust, pets, allergens, and more with the best air purifiers, tested firsthand.
 
Want Apple Intelligence for Your Home Security Camera? You’ll Need These 4 Things - CNET Wed, 11 Nov 2026 11:00:00 GMT
Apple Intelligence offers smart AI features for compatible cameras, but you’ll need to play by Apple’s rules. Here’s all the requirements.
 
A 13-Year-Old Asked AI About Suicide on Her School Laptop. It Didn’t Get Flagged for Weeks - Wired Wed, 11 Nov 2026 11:00:00 GMT
The young girl’s parents allege that she used Gemini via her school Chromebook to plan her suicide, but the school’s monitoring systems didn’t know until it was almost too late.
 
Apple is shutting down its online Support Community on November 20 - Engadget Wed, 11 Nov 2026 10:52:59 GMT
Apple's Support Community is permanently closing in a few days.
 
Nintendo Defends Decision to Cut Mario and Yoshi Easter Eggs From The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time Remake - IGN - Google Wed, 11 Nov 2026 10:51:30 GMT
  1. Nintendo Defends Decision to Cut Mario and Yoshi Easter Eggs From The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time Remake IGN
  2. The Zelda: Ocarina Of Time Easter Eggs That Did And Did Not Make It Into The 2026 Remake Game Informer
  3. This Is One Of My Favorite Stupid Details They Kept In The Ocarina Of Time Remake Kotaku
  4. Nintendo explains why certain Zelda and Mario references were pulled from Zelda: Ocarina of Time on Switch 2 GoNintendo
  5. Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake removed Mario and Skyward Sword references to not "interrupt" players Yahoo Tech
 
End of PlayStation Plus on PC: Finish Your Games by Early December - PCMag - Google Wed, 11 Nov 2026 10:46:10 GMT
  1. End of PlayStation Plus on PC: Finish Your Games by Early December PCMag
  2. PlayStation Continues PC Withdrawal by Ending PS Plus PC App TechPowerUp
  3. Sony Kills PlayStation PC App Most People Never Heard Of And Only 0.4 Percent Of Players Used Kotaku
  4. The PlayStation Plus PC app is shutting down next month The Verge
  5. PlayStation Plus ends long-running feature as 10 more free games announced for November GAMINGbible
 
PlayStation cancels live-service shooter Fairgames - GamesIndustry.biz - Google Wed, 11 Nov 2026 10:40:00 GMT
  1. PlayStation cancels live-service shooter Fairgames GamesIndustry.biz
  2. PlayStation Cancels Online Shooting Title ‘Fairgames’ Bloomberg.com
  3. PlayStation Cancels In-Development Live-Service Shooter, Fairgames, At Jade Raymond's Former Haven Studio Game Informer
  4. Sony cancels live-service shooter Fairgames The Verge
  5. What Sony Live Service PS5 Games Are Still Alive? Push Square
 
A New Benchmark for De-Aging Comes From Slowly Turning Back Cells’ Clocks - Wired Wed, 11 Nov 2026 10:30:00 GMT
Researchers in Germany gradually reversed human cells’ ages by decades. By doing so, they could track the de-aging process in a way previous rejuvenation experiments could not.
 
What Happens When Two Games Have The Same Title? Indie Publisher Reveals Heartwarming Answer - Nintendo Life - Google Wed, 11 Nov 2026 10:22:41 GMT
  1. What Happens When Two Games Have The Same Title? Indie Publisher Reveals Heartwarming Answer Nintendo Life
  2. Two Games With The Same Name Released At The Same Time, So They Decided To Work Together Aftermath
  3. Publisher Confounds Nintendo By Releasing Two Games With The Same Name At The Same Time On Switch Kotaku
  4. Switch is getting a second game titled Piece by Piece, even though Nintendo isn't thrilled about it Nintendo Everything
  5. Two indie devs team together to release separate ‘Piece by Piece’ games on eShop Nintendo Wire
 
Uber, DoorDash, and Airbnb say almost nobody is using AI agents - TechSpot Wed, 11 Nov 2026 10:20:00 GMT

Uber, DoorDash, and Airbnb have all said that AI agents are responsible for only hundreds of transactions on their platforms, a tiny fraction compared to the millions completed by real people daily.

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Early Black Friday Deals Under $100 (2026) - Wired Wed, 11 Nov 2026 10:12:00 GMT
Here are the best discounts we’ve found so far on WIRED-tested gadgets under $100.
 
LinkedIn Is Testing a Feature That Lets You See Your Profile Stalkers - Wired Wed, 11 Nov 2026 10:00:00 GMT
Some users have noticed a new “frequent viewer” label that reveals who repeatedly views their profiles.
 
The Best iPad to Buy (and What to Avoid) in 2026: Air, Pro, Mini - Wired Wed, 11 Nov 2026 10:00:00 GMT
Apple sells four types of iPads. Here’s an updated breakdown of the brand’s tablets to help you find the best one for your needs.
 
Lucid CEO says the company didn't know where its own cars were - Engadget Wed, 11 Nov 2026 09:56:03 GMT
Tesla rival Lucid has an interesting excuse for its third quarter earnings underperformance.
 
PS5 Hits 100 Million Units Sold Mark 6 Years After Launch — Here's How It Compares to Other PlayStation Consoles - IGN - Google Wed, 11 Nov 2026 09:49:27 GMT
  1. PS5 Hits 100 Million Units Sold Mark 6 Years After Launch — Here's How It Compares to Other PlayStation Consoles IGN
  2. PS5 Ships 100 Million Units as of November 10 VGChartz
  3. Sony officially confirms major PS5 hardware milestone Polygon.com
  4. As Gamers Gear Up for GTA 6, PS5 Shipments Top 100 Million Units PCMag
  5. PlayStation Posts Its Strongest Quarter In Years As Sony Raises Its Full-Year Forecast, But PlayStation 5 Console Shipments Fell 35% Year-On-Year Wccftech
 
I've tested the Apple Watch 12, Galaxy Watch 9 and Pixel Watch 5 — here is the smartwatch I'd buy with my own money - Tom's Guide - Google Wed, 11 Nov 2026 09:30:00 GMT
  1. I've tested the Apple Watch 12, Galaxy Watch 9 and Pixel Watch 5 — here is the smartwatch I'd buy with my own money Tom's Guide
  2. Is It Worth Buying a Ceramic Apple Watch? MacRumors
  3. The Apple Watch Series 12 is still superb, but Google has caught up Android Authority
  4. Apple Watch Series 12 review: A polished smartwatch Manila Bulletin
  5. Apple Watch 12 vs Pixel Watch 5 vs Galaxy Watch 9: Which is best? Yahoo Tech
 
NVIDIA reportedly cancels GeForce RTX 5080 24GB launch, brings back 16GB model over GDDR7 costs - VideoCardz.com - Google Wed, 11 Nov 2026 09:15:01 GMT
  1. NVIDIA reportedly cancels GeForce RTX 5080 24GB launch, brings back 16GB model over GDDR7 costs VideoCardz.com
  2. NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 24 GB Reportedly Cancelled, 16 GB Model Remains TechPowerUp
  3. Nvidia reportedly cancels its RTX 5080 24GB GPU over GDDR7 costs OC3D
  4. It's Getting Hard to Recommend Any Nvidia Graphics Cards to Gamers ExtremeTech
  5. Leaked MSI Graphics Card Price Increase in China Suggests PC Gaming Is About to Get Even More Expensive IGN
 
Google Chrome 0-Day Vulnerability in the Wild to Execute Malicious Code Remotely - CyberSecurityNews - Google Wed, 11 Nov 2026 09:04:18 GMT
  1. Google Chrome 0-Day Vulnerability in the Wild to Execute Malicious Code Remotely CyberSecurityNews
  2. Google Issues Chrome Security Update for Eighth Actively Exploited Zero-Day of 2026 The Hacker News
  3. This Actively Exploited Chrome Vulnerability Is Putting Your Browser at Risk Lifehacker
  4. Chrome Update Patches Exploited XML Zero-Day, Eighth This Year SecurityWeek
  5. Google Chrome Multiple Vulnerabilities Hong Kong Computer Emergency Response Team Coordination Centre
 
Microsoft Patches 1,259 Flaws, Including Exploited Outlook Bug That May Expose NTLMv2 Hashes - The Hacker News - Google Wed, 11 Nov 2026 08:17:00 GMT
  1. Microsoft Patches 1,259 Flaws, Including Exploited Outlook Bug That May Expose NTLMv2 Hashes The Hacker News
  2. Microsoft Fixes Nearly 1,100 Security Vulnerabilities Krebs on Security
  3. Exploited Outlook Zero-Day Among 1,094 Flaws Patched by Microsoft SecurityWeek
  4. November Patch Tuesday boasts over 1,000 bugs but only one zero-day so far The Register
  5. Microsoft Confirms Active Exploitation Of New Outlook Zero-Day Forbes
 
Microsoft Researchers Show AI Agents Can Be Backdoored by Editing Fewer Than 10 Neurons - The Hacker News - Google Wed, 11 Nov 2026 07:21:00 GMT
  1. Microsoft Researchers Show AI Agents Can Be Backdoored by Editing Fewer Than 10 Neurons The Hacker News
  2. Lazare, veni foras: Reprogramming Dormant Neurons to Backdoor AI Agents Microsoft
  3. Rewriting less than 10 neurons in an LLM can turn it into a sleeper backdoor CSO Online
  4. 'Model weights need the same level of scrutiny as code': Microsoft researchers find AI agents can be backdoored by editing just a few neurons TechRadar
  5. Claude Code AI Discovers Technique to Turn Dormant Model Neurons Into Hidden Malware Triggers CyberSecurityNews
 
Nintendo Sold 5.2 Million Copies of ‘Zelda’ Remake in Four Days - Bloomberg.com - Google Wed, 11 Nov 2026 07:06:00 GMT
  1. Nintendo Sold 5.2 Million Copies of ‘Zelda’ Remake in Four Days Bloomberg.com
  2. A ‘Legend of Zelda’ Game Is Reborn and ’90s Nostalgia Fans Are All In The New York Times
  3. The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time for Nintendo Switch 2 sells over 5.2 million units worldwide in first four days Nintendo
  4. ‘The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time’ Remake Sells 5.2 Million Copies in First Four Days on Nintendo Switch 2 Variety
  5. Ocarina of Time is even better if you use a smartphone app The Verge
 
Samsung Gallery now syncs with Google to back up your photos - Engadget Wed, 11 Nov 2026 06:47:17 GMT
You can now sync your photos and videos on select Samsung devices to your Google account.
 
This Coffee Machine is DOOMed - Hack a Day Wed, 11 Nov 2026 06:00:18 GMT
The Coffee Machine Mainboard, with the all-important debug port being probed
Somehow, seeing DOOM on things that were never meant to run DOOM never gets old. It’s probably hard to get further into the “never meant to run DOOM” weeds than …read more
 
NordVPN Coupons: 75% Off, Plus 3 Months Free in November 2026 - Wired Wed, 11 Nov 2026 06:00:00 GMT
Save up to 77% on 2-year plans and get 3 free months with our NordVPN discount codes.
 
Noom Promo Codes: 50% Off Best Deals for November 2026 - Wired Wed, 11 Nov 2026 06:00:00 GMT
Discover the best ways to save on Noom subscriptions, including free trials, limited-time offers for GLP-1Rx Plus, and essential tips for redeeming your Noom discount.
 
Best Buy Discount Codes: 60% Off - Wired Wed, 11 Nov 2026 06:00:00 GMT
Find the latest Best Buy promo codes and offers, including 10% back in rewards for new cardmembers and free 2-day shipping with My Best Buy Plus, here at WIRED.
 
Home Depot Promo Codes: 30% Off in November 2026 - Wired Wed, 11 Nov 2026 06:00:00 GMT
Save up to 50% today with the latest Home Depot promo codes for appliances, power tools, and more this November.
 
Factor Promo Code: 50% Off Off Meal Prep - Wired Wed, 11 Nov 2026 06:00:00 GMT
Make meal prep easier for any dietary need while enjoying great savings with our hand-picked Factor discount codes this November 2026.
 
Ulta Promo Codes: Up to 20% Off in November 2026 - Wired Wed, 11 Nov 2026 06:00:00 GMT
Shop the latest beauty trends and save big using an Ulta promo code for beauty tech, makeup, and more.
 
Google Workspace Promo Codes: 14% Off for November 2026 - Wired Wed, 11 Nov 2026 06:00:00 GMT
Boost your productivity and save with exclusive Google Workspace coupons from WIRED. Get up to 14% off plans for three months, including Starter, Standard, and Plus tiers.
 
OnePlus Promo Codes: 30% Off November 2026 - Wired Wed, 11 Nov 2026 06:00:00 GMT
Save 30% with a OnePlus coupon in November 2026, plus save up to 10% on earbuds, phones, and more.
 
Visible Promo Codes and Coupons for November 2026 - Wired Wed, 11 Nov 2026 06:00:00 GMT
Find great deals and promo codes for Visible at WIRED and save big, whether you're a long-time customer or a newbie.
 
Vivid Seats Promo Codes and Deals: Get 10% Off - Wired Wed, 11 Nov 2026 06:00:00 GMT
Whether you are heading to a sold-out concert or a championship game, use a Vivid Seats discount code to secure your seats for less this November 2026.
 
T-Mobile Promo Codes: 25% Off | November 2026 - Wired Wed, 11 Nov 2026 06:00:00 GMT
Discover how to save on T-Mobile Business Internet and phone plans, from sign-up perks and switching rewards to bundled offers and free lines.
 
Squarespace Promo Codes: 20% Off in November 2026 - Wired Wed, 11 Nov 2026 06:00:00 GMT
Get 20% off your next website, 10% off with exclusive Squarespace discount code, 50% off plans, and more top coupons from WIRED.
 
Today’s NYT Mini Crossword Answers for Wednesday, Nov. 11 - CNET Wed, 11 Nov 2026 05:43:55 GMT
Need a NYT Mini Crossword answer today? We’ve got every answer for the Mini Crossword on Wednesday, Nov. 11.
 
AMD launches Zen 6 Epyc 9006 series with up to 256 cores, 512 threads, and TSMC N2 - TechSpot Wed, 11 Nov 2026 05:06:00 GMT

AMD's first Zen 6 Epyc processors, labeled the 9006 series and codenamed Venice, are now shipping to server clients, with SP7 systems arriving first and SP8 following in the first half of 2027. The company recently published the full technical specs for every SP7 and SP8 CPU in the lineup,...

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Aviva Helfand, 74, OBM - COLlive - Google Wed, 11 Nov 2026 04:08:46 GMT
Aviva Helfand, 74, OBM COLlive
 
Print & Place: Add Embedded Electronics While FDM Printing - Hack a Day Wed, 11 Nov 2026 03:00:32 GMT
Although combining electronics and 3D-printed structures is fairly common, this usually entails some level of manual assembly. This contrasts strongly with the Print & Place approach demonstrated by [Oliver Child] …read more
 
Unknown 'Mega Man Legends' Project Surfaces Online - Nintendo Life - Google Wed, 11 Nov 2026 02:55:00 GMT
  1. Unknown 'Mega Man Legends' Project Surfaces Online Nintendo Life
  2. Mega Man Legends listing surfaces, classified as "new media" Nintendo Everything
  3. ‘Mega Man Legends – New Media’ listing appears on ACTRA Toronto current projects page Gematsu
  4. Unknown Mega Man Legends product appears on Canadian performers' website GoNintendo
  5. Mega Man Legends ACTRA: What the 78-Day Window Means [2026] shattered.io
 
Reddit’s New AI-Powered Reviews Are Already Controversial - CNET Wed, 11 Nov 2026 01:49:39 GMT
The platform’s test of automated product review summaries is sparking concern that advertising will replace human advice.
 
What is the average lifespan of recordable Blu-ray discs? - Engadget Wed, 11 Nov 2026 01:00:00 GMT
How long they will last depends on a few factors.
 
Warhammer Survivors Isn’t Much More Than a Vampire Survivors Reskin, Which Is (Mostly) OK - CNET Wed, 11 Nov 2026 00:35:33 GMT
Though it passes up the opportunity to move the genre into new territory, the game is a tasty, if familiar, piece of gaming junk food.
 
Why your Roku might be plugged into the wrong HDMI port - Engadget Wed, 11 Nov 2026 00:30:00 GMT
A Roku isn't as sensitive to the chosen HDMI port as a game console or sound bar, but you should still choose the right one for the job.
 
iFixit teardown shows how Apple's glowing PROLED MacBook logo works - Engadget Wed, 11 Nov 2026 00:03:54 GMT
The new laptop goes the extra mile to recreate the iconic feature.
 
How to get this Siri camera upgrade for your iPad before its public release - Engadget Wed, 11 Nov 2026 00:00:00 GMT
You'll be able to access Visual Intelligence from a new tab in the tablet's Camera app.
 
NASA Is Accepting Astronaut Applications for the First Time in 2 Years - CNET Tue, 10 Nov 2026 23:48:16 GMT
If you have the right stuff, you could be on the next moon mission or end up on Mars.
 
NVIDIA shareholders are suing the company and CEO Jensen Huang - Engadget Tue, 10 Nov 2026 23:42:04 GMT
The company's shares have plummeted in response to the exec's affair with an alleged Chinese spy.
 
Apple's Claris Testing 'Harbor' App for Local AI on Macs - MacRumors - Google Tue, 10 Nov 2026 23:34:45 GMT
  1. Apple's Claris Testing 'Harbor' App for Local AI on Macs MacRumors
  2. Apple's 'Harbor' app will make running local AI across multiple Macs trivial AppleInsider
  3. New Leak Suggests Apple is Working on a Mac App for Local AI Gadget Pilipinas
  4. Apple @ Work Podcast: Osaurus wants your company’s AI to run on the Mac, not in the cloud 9to5Mac
  5. Apple Harbor App: Local AI on 4 Thunderbolt 5 Macs [2026] shattered.io
 
Seagate's new hybrid drive raises some old questions - ArsTechnica Tue, 10 Nov 2026 23:30:56 GMT
The FireCuda Forge revisits an old idea, with some familiar questions.
 
How SCSKiller is trying to fix shader stuttering in PC games - Engadget Tue, 10 Nov 2026 23:30:00 GMT
This free app claims to defeat shader compilation in modern PC titles, but does it deliver? We tested it on games that are notorious for stuttering,
 
Nintendo will soon discontinue Google and Apple sign-ins - 9to5Google - Google Tue, 10 Nov 2026 23:06:00 GMT
  1. Nintendo will soon discontinue Google and Apple sign-ins 9to5Google
  2. Nintendo Will End Support For Google, Apple Logins Siliconera
  3. Nintendo announces discontinuation of Google and Apple accounts linking to Nintendo Accounts GoNintendo
  4. If You Don’t Do This, You Won’t Be Able to Use Your Nintendo Account Anymore Yahoo News UK
  5. Nintendo plans to end Google and Apple account linking next year Mezha.net
 
The US military seems to be getting nervous about the launch supply crunch - ArsTechnica Tue, 10 Nov 2026 23:02:39 GMT
"Launch is extremely constrained and that is exactly the situation we predicted."
 
Student Game Development Competition Shut Down Because Kids Kept Submitting AI Slop - Kotaku - Google Tue, 10 Nov 2026 23:00:35 GMT
Student Game Development Competition Shut Down Because Kids Kept Submitting AI Slop Kotaku
 
Pixel 11 Pro’s HiLight Will Now Light Up When Your Besties Text You - CNET Tue, 10 Nov 2026 22:48:47 GMT
Google’s new LED light is starting to flash for more than just phone calls.
 
Best Early Amazon Black Friday Deals (2026) - Wired Tue, 10 Nov 2026 22:42:06 GMT
For die-hard Amazon shoppers, the retail giant starts Black Friday deals on November 19. But you can already stock up on early deals now.
 
Ring cameras go mobile as Amazon debuts AI-powered security drone and robot - ArsTechnica Tue, 10 Nov 2026 22:35:01 GMT
Amazon's roaming Ring Robotics devices will debut in late 2026 and early 2027.
 
Exclusive | Australian Billionaire James Packer Sells Aspen Mansion for $42.68 Million - WSJ - Google Tue, 10 Nov 2026 22:15:00 GMT
Exclusive | Australian Billionaire James Packer Sells Aspen Mansion for $42.68 Million WSJ
 
Google Expands Gemini 4 Carbon Availability - CNET Tue, 10 Nov 2026 22:07:30 GMT
AI Ultra subscribers can now give the latest Gemini model a spin.
 
MIT Schwarzman College of Computing welcomes seven new faculty for 2026 - MIT Tue, 10 Nov 2026 22:00:00 GMT
Faculty members serve in core computing and shared roles, bringing a wide range of experiences and areas of expertise to the MIT community.
 
School of Engineering welcomes new faculty in 2026 - MIT Tue, 10 Nov 2026 22:00:00 GMT
The newest MIT engineering faculty are conducting research across a diverse range of subject areas.
 
Democrats oppose plan to stack FCC with Republicans, plan probes of Chairman Carr - ArsTechnica Tue, 10 Nov 2026 21:55:26 GMT
Democrats accuse FCC nominee of evading questions about Carr, her current boss.
 
Half of New Games on Steam Are Now Made With AI. How Does This Reflect the Gaming Industry? - CNET Tue, 10 Nov 2026 21:48:35 GMT
Most of those games are unpopular, with 10 or fewer reviews from gamers.
 
Ex-PlayStation boss says the next big innovation is a $300 PS5, not a $1,200 PS6 - TechSpot Tue, 10 Nov 2026 21:48:00 GMT

Layden made the case on a recent episode of The Trophy Room podcast. He ran PlayStation's US business and later its worldwide studios before leaving Sony in 2019, so he's seen a few console generations from the inside.

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Google Introduces 3 More Top-Level Domain Names, Including .Eat and .Fly - CNET Tue, 10 Nov 2026 21:15:12 GMT
Prospective website owners can now register domains geared toward food, travel and local bands.
 
Grok Build coding agent leaks oodles of confidential info, some belonging to SpaceXSI - ArsTechnica Tue, 10 Nov 2026 21:12:59 GMT
Researcher finds 35,000 Grok Build apps wide open to anyone who looked for them.
 
A vibe-coded GTA VI PC port is coming, whether Rockstar likes it or not - TechSpot Tue, 10 Nov 2026 20:50:00 GMT

Former Rockstar North technical director Obbe Vermeij thinks a PC port of GTA VI could arrive sooner than expected, because Rockstar and Take-Two may want to get ahead of any attempt to put an unofficial version of the game out on the platform.

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MIT student leaders: Q&A with men’s football co-captain Dominic Hess - MIT Tue, 10 Nov 2026 20:45:00 GMT
An Academic All-American defensive back and co-captain for the Engineers, Dominic Hess says football keeps him grounded — and inspired.
 
Blender 5.3 adds native Gaussian Splatting and Nvidia DLSS 4.5 - TechSpot Tue, 10 Nov 2026 20:36:00 GMT
Blender is bringing new upgrades to the open-source 3D creation suite, including native Gaussian Splatting for importing and rendering realistic scenes reconstructed from photos and videos. DLSS 4.5 ray reconstruction delivers faster and cleaner viewport previews. The update also improves video editing, materials, animation, and project management.
 
Google warns users to protect their inbox as new hacking tool threatens to expose your private information - New York Post - Google Tue, 10 Nov 2026 20:32:00 GMT
  1. Google warns users to protect their inbox as new hacking tool threatens to expose your private information New York Post
  2. Google’s Gmail users warned of new hacking threat AL.com
  3. Google’s “zero-day”: Attackers say they have access to Gmail even after password change Cybernews
  4. Remus malware claims Gmail access even after you change your password Malwarebytes
  5. Remus stealer adds persistent Gmail access feature SC Media
 
What happens to mathematics when AI becomes an oracle? - ArsTechnica Tue, 10 Nov 2026 20:30:01 GMT
Mathematician Steven Strogatz discusses his new book, Big Math: The Hidden Codes That Run Our World.
 
Death Stranding 2, Atomfall and More Land on PlayStation Plus Soon - CNET Tue, 10 Nov 2026 20:24:33 GMT
PlayStation Plus Premium and Extra subscribers can play these games and more starting in November 2026.
 
Google Fi adds support for a second 5G network, won't say which one - ArsTechnica Tue, 10 Nov 2026 19:35:59 GMT
Fi has always supported T-Mobile, but the new one? Google won't say.
 
GTA VI is ready to pre-load, but even the PS5 Pro tops out at 30 FPS - TechSpot Tue, 10 Nov 2026 19:19:00 GMT

Anyone with a digital pre-order on PS5 or Xbox Series can start downloading now. Xbox pre-loads opened globally at midnight GMT on November 10, while on PS5 they went live at midnight in each player's own time zone. Boxed copies only hold a download code, so those buyers will have...

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You Should Download iOS 27.2.1 Now for a Handful of Security Fixes - CNET Tue, 10 Nov 2026 19:15:20 GMT
Apple said the update fixes issues that could expose sensitive data.
 
Ollama makes it easy to run AI models locally for free - TechSpot Tue, 10 Nov 2026 19:12:00 GMT
Ollama lets you download and run popular AI models like DeepSeek, Qwen, Gemma, and Llama directly on your PC, without subscriptions or sending your data to the cloud. Use it for chatting, coding, and other AI tasks, with support for Windows, macOS, and Linux.
 
Pixel phones getting new icon styles, Create My Widget, and more in November Pixel Drop - Ars Technica - Google Tue, 10 Nov 2026 19:00:26 GMT
  1. Pixel phones getting new icon styles, Create My Widget, and more in November Pixel Drop Ars Technica
  2. Pixel 10 with Gemini Intelligence, custom widgets, and more in our November Pixel Drop blog.google
  3. Google rolling out Android 17 QPR2 for Pixel 9to5Google
  4. Latest Google Pixel Drop Lets Gemini Make Phone Calls on Your Behalf PCMag
  5. Google is making Pixel HiLight slightly more useful The Verge
 
Pixel phones getting new icon styles, Create My Widget, and more in November Pixel Drop - ArsTechnica Tue, 10 Nov 2026 19:00:26 GMT
Spruce up your home screen with expanded custom icons and AI-generated widgets.
 
Chicago Shliach Received His Bracha on Bus Ride to Ohel - COLlive - Google Tue, 10 Nov 2026 18:43:44 GMT
Chicago Shliach Received His Bracha on Bus Ride to Ohel COLlive
 
Free video-streaming service Tubi lets users share curated watchlists now - ArsTechnica Tue, 10 Nov 2026 18:39:16 GMT
User-based recommendations could make it easier to find stuff to watch on Tubi.
 
Side Effects Guaranteed in the First DLC For The Outer Worlds 2, Coming December 2 - XBOX Wire - Google Tue, 10 Nov 2026 18:04:21 GMT
  1. Side Effects Guaranteed in the First DLC For The Outer Worlds 2, Coming December 2 XBOX Wire
  2. The Outer Worlds 2’s first DLC arrives December 2 PlayStation.Blog
  3. The Outer Worlds 2’s first story expansion announced Video Games Chronicle
  4. Sci-Fi PS5 RPG Expansion Adds 5 Powerful Weapons & Strange New Region PlayStation LifeStyle
  5. Amid Bethesda takeover and Fallout pivot, Obsidian's finally making good on The Outer Worlds 2 DLC Yahoo Tech
 
Vacheron Constantin Gives a Sleek Update to Its Entry-Level Everyday Watch - Gear Patrol - Google Tue, 10 Nov 2026 17:45:58 GMT
  1. Vacheron Constantin Gives a Sleek Update to Its Entry-Level Everyday Watch Gear Patrol
  2. Introducing: Vacheron Constantin Fiftysix Self-Winding And FiftySix Complete Calendar Hodinkee
  3. Vacheron Constantin Just Gave Its Retro-Inspired Fiftysix Watches a Modern Makeover Robb Report
  4. Vacheron Constantin Upgrades its Fiftysix with New Two-Tone Dials and Steel Cases Monochrome Watches
  5. Gorgeous in Gray: Vacheron Constantin Gives the Fiftysix a Fresh Look WatchTime
 
Google Fi’s ‘Super Network’ Hops Networks to Keep Your Pixel Phone Connected - CNET Tue, 10 Nov 2026 17:41:13 GMT
Automatic network switching for Pixel phones could mean fewer mobile dead zones.
 
Google Fi is bringing back multiple cell network support for better coverage - The Verge - Google Tue, 10 Nov 2026 17:32:39 GMT
  1. Google Fi is bringing back multiple cell network support for better coverage The Verge
  2. Introducing Google Fi’s new super network blog.google
  3. Google Fi Returns, Will Combine 2 Carriers, Probably T-Mobile and Verizon PCMag
  4. Google Fi’s ‘Super Network’ Hops Networks to Keep Your Pixel Phone Connected CNET
  5. Google Fi adds support for a second 5G network, won’t say which one Ars Technica
 
Steam Deck performance gets a reality check with Valve's new FPS data - ArsTechnica Tue, 10 Nov 2026 17:26:44 GMT
Benchmark tools for generic gaming rigs could be coming soon.
 
Radar wristband turns your arm into a smartwatch trackpad - Tech Xplore - Google Tue, 10 Nov 2026 17:20:25 GMT
  1. Radar wristband turns your arm into a smartwatch trackpad Tech Xplore
  2. 5 mm radar wristband turns skin into a pressure-sensitive trackpad Interesting Engineering
  3. EpiPad turns the forearm into a trackpad with millimeter-wave radar heise online
  4. Smartwatch tech can turn your forearm into a pressure-sensing trackpad for as little as $10 Digital Trends
  5. Radar Wristband Turns Forearm Skin Into Multi-Finger Smartwatch Trackpad Bioengineer.org
 
AMD winds up Zen 6 cores for faster clock speeds - The Register - Google Tue, 10 Nov 2026 17:20:00 GMT
  1. AMD winds up Zen 6 cores for faster clock speeds The Register
  2. Supermicro Now Shipping Next-Generation Servers Powered by 6th Gen AMD EPYC™ 9006 Series CPUs for Cloud, HPC, and Agentic AI Workloads Yahoo Finance
  3. With Zen 6, AMD’s next great gaming CPU could have it all PCWorld
  4. AMD EPYC 9006 Results Are Here and AMD Delivers a Knockout Part Deux ServeTheHome
  5. What Is Going on With Super Micro Stock on Wednesday? Benzinga
 
Here's our second wave of PS Plus games for November 2026 - and Sony's scrapping its barely used PC app - Eurogamer.net - Google Tue, 10 Nov 2026 17:10:00 GMT
  1. Here's our second wave of PS Plus games for November 2026 - and Sony's scrapping its barely used PC app Eurogamer.net
  2. PlayStation Plus Game Catalog for November: Death Stranding 2: On the Beach, Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii, Atomfall, Dragon Quest III HD-2D Remake and more PlayStation.Blog
  3. PlayStation Plus Monthly Games for November 2026 Announced IGN
  4. First November 2026 PS Plus Extra Game Available to Download Now Push Square
  5. PS5 Shooter From 2021 Now Free to Download for Many ComicBook.com
 
Google Pixel Tag Hands-On: The AirTag for Android Fans - CNET Tue, 10 Nov 2026 17:00:00 GMT
Google’s own tracker adds a few welcome details to the smart tracker field.
 
‘We Have to Take Over’: Far-Right Extremists Want to Seize Control of the GOP - Wired Tue, 10 Nov 2026 16:40:19 GMT
MAGA failed because it didn’t go far enough, right-wing extremists say—and following devastating midterm losses, they see an opportunity to take over.
 
Professor Emeritus Jeffrey Goldstone, highly influential theoretical physicist, dies at 93 - MIT Tue, 10 Nov 2026 16:10:00 GMT
An MIT faculty member for nearly half a century, Goldstone was a “theoretical physicist of rare talent and impact” who made fundamental contributions to multiple disciplines.
 
Google Gemini 4 Carbon is now publicly available — and it undercuts Claude Fable 5.2 and Opus 5.5 on API price - VentureBeat - Google Tue, 10 Nov 2026 16:06:12 GMT
  1. Google Gemini 4 Carbon is now publicly available — and it undercuts Claude Fable 5.2 and Opus 5.5 on API price VentureBeat
  2. Gemini 4 Carbon is now available blog.google
  3. Gemini 4 Carbon in GitHub Copilot The GitHub Blog
  4. Google releases Gemini 4 Carbon with agent ‘swarm’ feature The Verge
  5. Google Expands Gemini 4 Carbon Availability CNET
 
Apple TV Adds Sign Language Interpretation, Starting With Original Film ‘Being Heumann’ - CNET Tue, 10 Nov 2026 16:00:00 GMT
It’s the latest streaming service to add American and British Sign Language options, making movies more accessible and enjoyable for a wider audience.
 
Apple TV makes sign language interpretation a built-in accessibility feature - TechCrunch - Google Tue, 10 Nov 2026 16:00:00 GMT
  1. Apple TV makes sign language interpretation a built-in accessibility feature TechCrunch
  2. Apple TV introduces new Sign Language interpretation feature Apple
  3. Apple TV Adds Sign Language Interpretation, Starting With Original Film ‘Being Heumann’ CNET
  4. What Apple TV’s Sign Language Debut Asks Of Streaming Forbes
  5. Apple TV app adds on-screen ASL and BSL interpreters November 13, needs iOS 27.2 The Mac Observer
 
AMD confirms GPU driver bug is writing data continuously, promises fix with next update - TechSpot Tue, 10 Nov 2026 15:57:00 GMT

The problem, which affects only Windows PCs, has been reported by multiple users on social media, online message boards, and official AMD forums for years. Some users have complained that the excessive disk activity was reducing their SSD's lifespan by around 1% every month. One user even claimed that their...

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GTA Releases Could Speed Up, Take-Two Boss Says - GameSpot - Google Tue, 10 Nov 2026 15:42:03 GMT
  1. GTA Releases Could Speed Up, Take-Two Boss Says GameSpot
  2. ‘Grand Theft Auto VI’ Is Latest Big Swing for Take-Two CEO’s Video Game Empire Bloomberg.com
  3. "There's no such thing as easy money in our business" – Strauss Zelnick on GTA 6, BioShock, Take-Two's acquisition plans, and reviving old IP GamesIndustry.biz
  4. 'It's Not Going to Be Delayed Again' — Strauss Zelnick on GTA 6 Expectations, GTA Online, and the Next 10 Years IGN
  5. Take-Two’s CEO: “Rockstar has completed the development of GTA VI.” The Verge
 
Ford Teases New Mustang Cobra for 2027, Potential Return Of the Flat-Plane Crank V-8 - Road & Track - Google Tue, 10 Nov 2026 15:32:00 GMT
  1. Ford Teases New Mustang Cobra for 2027, Potential Return Of the Flat-Plane Crank V-8 Road & Track
  2. A Ford Mustang Shelby GT350 Successor Is Reportedly Just Around the Corner Car and Driver
  3. Ford Racing Strikes Back, Teasing The Return Of The Mustang Cobra! FordMuscle
  4. Dealer Docs Say New High-Performance Ford Mustang To Launch In 2027 Ford Authority
  5. Ford confirms new Mustang Cobra; teases its high-revving engine sound The Supercar Blog
 
Meta’s AI agent Muse lands on Apple Watch and Android Wear OS - TechCrunch - Google Tue, 10 Nov 2026 15:29:30 GMT
  1. Meta’s AI agent Muse lands on Apple Watch and Android Wear OS TechCrunch
  2. Meta’s Muse AI can create custom ‘spaces’ for the version of the app you need right now The Verge
  3. Forget Meta’s Tamagotchi-Like Charm: Your Smartwatch Does the Same Thing PCMag Middle East
  4. Is Meta (NASDAQ:META) Giving Its AI Agent a Voice? Kalkine Media
  5. Muse AI now available on Apple Watch, but don't bother with it AppleInsider
 
Ahead of GTA VI’s release, Logitech is giving 7,000 employees the day off to play video games - Fortune - Google Tue, 10 Nov 2026 15:21:00 GMT
  1. Ahead of GTA VI’s release, Logitech is giving 7,000 employees the day off to play video games Fortune
  2. Logitech’s ‘Game Day’ Gives Employees a Dedicated Day Off news.logitech.com
  3. Half of GTA VI Gamers May Call In Sick. One Tech Giant Is Giving Workers a Free Day Instead Inc.com
  4. PC peripheral maker Logitech giving all of its 7,000 employees the day off to play GTA 6 — company announces ‘Game Day’ initiative, dedicated vacation day to play video games Tom's Hardware
  5. Logitech offers employees a day off to play 'GTA 6' at launch Mashable
 
Your meditation headband may be feeding your brainwaves to an AI model - TechSpot Tue, 10 Nov 2026 15:03:00 GMT

A recent report from the journal Science outlines the relationship between the electroencephalography (EEG) industry and AI. It found that some companies selling brain-tracking devices aren't entirely forthcoming about where users' brain-signal data ends up.

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Kitchen Gear From Our Place Is Steeply Discounted - Wired Tue, 10 Nov 2026 15:00:00 GMT
Get up to 30 percent off and save an extra $60 on orders over $100.
 
Samsung Gallery officially adds Google Photos backup, but not for all Galaxy users - 9to5Google - Google Tue, 10 Nov 2026 14:45:00 GMT
  1. Samsung Gallery officially adds Google Photos backup, but not for all Galaxy users 9to5Google
  2. Samsung Gallery Makes It Easier To Access Photos and Videos Across Galaxy Devices samsung.com
  3. Samsung Gallery Now Syncs With Google To Back Up Your Photos Engadget
  4. Samsung officially details Gallery sync with Google storage - GSMArena.com news GSMArena.com
  5. Samsung Gallery has a new home for your photo backups, and it could help you free up storage MakeUseOf
 
Marathon Will be Going Free-to-Play During Season 3's First Week - Insider Gaming - Google Tue, 10 Nov 2026 14:34:47 GMT
  1. Marathon Will be Going Free-to-Play During Season 3's First Week Insider Gaming
  2. Marathon Symbiosis update launches December 8, adding new PvE and PvP modes, weapons, and more PlayStation.Blog
  3. Marathon’s Big PvE Update Is Starting to Look a Lot Like Destiny Polygon.com
  4. Marathon shows off its upcoming Symbiosis update with a new trailer Massively Overpowered
  5. Marathon’s Symbiosis Update Adds Host Of New Modes, Including Permanent PvE, Next Month Game Informer
 
Kalshi user who lost $308,000 on sports bets sues to get back $580,000 - TechSpot Tue, 10 Nov 2026 14:24:00 GMT

Bright filed his complaint in September in King County Superior Court. Kalshi wants the case heard in the US District Court for the Western District of Washington. It filed a motion to dismiss the following month and has also asked the court to put the case on hold.

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Spotify DJ Adds Nine New Voices and a Mute Option - CNET Tue, 10 Nov 2026 14:00:00 GMT
The DJ’s voice feature can now be disabled but what’s the fun in that?
 
This New Linux-Based Desktop Operating System Is Built for AI Nerds - Wired Tue, 10 Nov 2026 14:00:00 GMT
Built by Cyanogen’s cofounder, Kora is a next-gen alternative to Windows and macOS built for power users running local AI models.
 
4DX Movies Are Entering Their Thirsty Romance Era - Wired Tue, 10 Nov 2026 14:00:00 GMT
From Heated Rivalry to Wicker, the movie format that embraces thrusting chairs and splashing the crowd is catering to those who want a horny communal theatergoing experience.
 
Rocco’s Mini Mini Fridge Is Here (2026) - Wired Tue, 10 Nov 2026 14:00:00 GMT
The new Mini Mini holds 12 cans and fits on a countertop. And if you buy a full-sized Rocco fridge, you can take $50 off the little one.
 
The New Adobe Firefly AI Is All About Video Editing - CNET Tue, 10 Nov 2026 14:00:00 GMT
Adobe’s AI platform is doing all the things now, not just beginners’ basics.
 
Spotify’s AI DJ gets new voices, personalities, and an option for less chatter - TechCrunch - Google Tue, 10 Nov 2026 14:00:00 GMT
  1. Spotify’s AI DJ gets new voices, personalities, and an option for less chatter TechCrunch
  2. Make Spotify’s DJ Your Own With New Voices and Even More Control Spotify
  3. Spotify DJ gets new voices, and the ability to stop yammering. The Verge
  4. Spotify’s AI DJ gets new voices, including Indian accents, and a mute option Digital Trends
  5. Spotify AI DJ, Used by 94M, Gets 9 Voices in $12.99 Premium FourWeekMBA
 
Anthropic was going to rent power for its data centers, then decided to spend $3.4 billion buying the generators - TechSpot Tue, 10 Nov 2026 13:41:00 GMT

The deal makes it the largest known purchase of power-generation gear by any AI lab, according to the Financial Times. Anthropic signed the agreement back in late September with San Antonio-based supplier OnePWR Solutions. OnePWR had ordered the generators from Caterpillar about two years earlier, but it was still short...

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Ring’s Indoor Drone Camera Is Back—and Now Powered by AI - Wired Tue, 10 Nov 2026 13:30:00 GMT
This $250 Drone Cam flies around your home to monitor threats. There’s also the Rover Cam for businesses, featuring the guts of Amazon’s former Astro robot.
 
Microsoft patent describes paying you to train AI on your idle GPU - TechSpot Tue, 10 Nov 2026 13:16:00 GMT

Filed earlier this month and quickly noticed by Patentlyze, the patent would monitor consenting users' devices and assign them AI training workloads during periods of low or no usage. Users might receive store credit or advanced access to AI models as compensation.

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France says Iran was behind supermarket refrigerator cyberattacks - TechSpot Tue, 10 Nov 2026 12:46:00 GMT

On October 11 and 12, stores across France experienced cyberattacks that took control of their refrigeration controllers. The hackers remotely overrode the settings on freezers, fridges and chiller cabinets, in some cases raising temperatures to 50 degrees Celsius (122 degrees Fahrenheit), spoiling food and causing at least 15 fires. France...

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Claude Code's "don't ask again" button is leaking passwords and API keys to public GitHub repos - TechSpot Tue, 10 Nov 2026 12:03:00 GMT

Claude Code asks for approval before it runs shell commands on a developer's machine. One of the options is "Yes, and don't ask again." Choosing it creates an allow rule in a file called .claude/settings.local.json. Sometimes the rule is a general pattern, but often it's the full command, stored word...

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The Grindr 1 Percent Is Getting Its Own Gated Community - Wired Tue, 10 Nov 2026 12:00:00 GMT
The gay hookup app’s premium tier Edge rolls out this month. Grindr will limit membership numbers to “preserve exclusivity.”
 
Louis Rossmann Wants More People to Care About the Right to Repair - Wired Tue, 10 Nov 2026 11:30:00 GMT
The outspoken consumer rights advocate knows the incoming Democrat-heavy Congress has a lot to get done. But he hopes one of those things is letting you fix your own iPhone.
 
Best Gifts for Hikers, Backpackers, Outdoorsy People (2026) - Wired Tue, 10 Nov 2026 11:30:00 GMT
Let your friend pick out their own hiking boots. For their next trip into the wild, try gifting a useful blade, merino socks, moka pot, or a nature journal.
 
Nvidia and Jensen Huang face class-action lawsuit after affair with alleged Chinese spy wipes $190 billion off company - TechSpot Tue, 10 Nov 2026 11:15:00 GMT

Huang admitted to the extramarital affair over the weekend following reports that he was targeted by a suspected Chinese intelligence operative, Alice Huang, who is not related to Jensen. US intelligence services claim she was acting as a honeypot, tasked with gathering information about American AI chips and influencing the...

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Tear Down Those Guardrails! Meet the Renegades Freeing Chatbots From Corporate Enslavers - Wired Tue, 10 Nov 2026 11:00:00 GMT
The “abliterators” are flooding the internet with AI models that never say no, making it easier for people to improve their cyberdefenses—or build a bomb.
 
The AI Safety Debate Has Lost the Plot. We Asked 10 Experts What the Real Nightmares Are - Wired Tue, 10 Nov 2026 11:00:00 GMT
The risk of nuclear catastrophe is real, as is the fallout of the China–US domination game (hi there, spies). But no need to panic about Skynet.
 
Ableton Live 13 hands-on: ARA 2, Drum Synth, new effects, more - CDM Create Digital Music - Google Tue, 10 Nov 2026 10:52:12 GMT
  1. Ableton Live 13 hands-on: ARA 2, Drum Synth, new effects, more CDM Create Digital Music
  2. Ableton announces Live 13 for early 2027 with numerous new features to be unveiled Jazzwise
  3. Ableton announces Live 13, with ARA 2 support and a new Step Sequencer Mixdown Magazine
  4. Ableton Live 13 announced with a step sequencer, new drum synth, and more The Verge
  5. Ableton Live 13 Enters Public Beta Ahead of 2027 Release InterSpace Music Distribution
 
Iomega Zip Drive: Elite Floppy Disks Before USB Sticks - TechSpot Tue, 10 Nov 2026 10:17:00 GMT
With 100MB in a disk that fit in your pocket, the Zip drive was the coolest way to carry files in the 1990s. It made Iomega a Wall Street darling, until thumb drives and the click of death caught up.
 
Huupe Mini 2 Review: More Game Than It Can Handle - Wired Tue, 10 Nov 2026 10:08:00 GMT
The Huupe Mini 2 can count baskets, stream shows, and challenge strangers, but I’d settle for a working power button.
 
Warhammer Survivors Out Now on XBOX Game Pass! Defeat the Gloomspite Gitz With These Tips - XBOX Wire - Google Tue, 10 Nov 2026 10:03:54 GMT
  1. Warhammer Survivors Out Now on XBOX Game Pass! Defeat the Gloomspite Gitz With These Tips XBOX Wire
  2. Best Warhammer Survivors Beginner Build for Survival games.gg
  3. Warhammer Survivors Isn’t Much More Than a Vampire Survivors Reskin, Which Is (Mostly) OK CNET
  4. Your iPhone just got the most addictive game of the year – you might play it more than GTA 6 T3
  5. Xbox Game Pass's free Vampire Survivors alternative stole 20 hours of my life in two days GAMINGbible
 
Here’s What We Know About the X-70 Fractal, NASA’s Experimental New Plane - Wired Tue, 10 Nov 2026 10:00:00 GMT
NASA announced the development of an experimental aircraft designed to explore new flight capabilities, although details about its design and operation remain under wraps.
 
Security Flaws Across UK Government Sites Exposed ‘God-Tier’ Information - Wired Tue, 10 Nov 2026 07:00:00 GMT
A researcher’s trawl through publicly available code found private information was at risk across multiple departments.
 
Valvoline Coupons and Promo Codes for November 2026 - Wired Tue, 10 Nov 2026 06:00:00 GMT
We've gathered all the top Valvoline coupons and promo codes for November 2026, including deals on full synthetic oil changes and other essential maintenance.
 
Bose Promo Code: 40% Off for November 2026 - Wired Tue, 10 Nov 2026 06:00:00 GMT
Get at least 40% off headphones, speakers, soundbars, and other audio products from Bose.
 
Sam's Club Promo Codes and Membership Deals for November 2026 - Wired Tue, 10 Nov 2026 06:00:00 GMT
Save on bulk groceries, household essentials, and electronics with a verified Sam's Club promo code or membership discount.
 
Naturepedic Promo Codes: Get 20% Off Plus Free Pillows - Wired Tue, 10 Nov 2026 06:00:00 GMT
Shop the Naturepedic sale this November 2026.
 
Rover Promo Codes and Referral Deals for November 2026 - Wired Tue, 10 Nov 2026 06:00:00 GMT
Score your Rover promo code for November 2026.
 
Office Depot Coupons: $20 Off November 2026 - Wired Tue, 10 Nov 2026 06:00:00 GMT
From furniture and ink to professional printing services, use an Office Depot discount code to maximize your savings on every workspace essential.
 
MIT-led team receives funding to develop next-generation alternatives to modern weed killers - MIT Tue, 10 Nov 2026 05:00:00 GMT
With up to $53 million from ARPA-H, the researchers will use AI to generate safer herbicides that reduce dependence on imports and improve the security of the U.S. food supply.
 
Streamlining metal parts production to revitalize American industry - MIT Tue, 10 Nov 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Founded by MIT alumni, Fabri uses 3D printing and software to eliminate many of the steps that slow down traditional metal casting.
 
In postcolonial Ghana, a fresh start but not a blank slate - MIT Tue, 10 Nov 2026 05:00:00 GMT
A new study of the country’s bureaucracy shows the challenges of state-building at the moment of independence.
 
“Somebody’s got to do it. Why not me?” - MIT Tue, 10 Nov 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Through leadership roles in ROTC and Camp Kesem, plus navigating an academic pivot, senior Andrew Voelsing has learned to face new challenges with enthusiasm.
 
Googlebooks get their first big update, freeing up 3GB to 6GB of RAM - TechSpot Mon, 09 Nov 2026 22:23:00 GMT

The Googlebook November update also fixes roughly 30 bugs across all five launch machines. The memory optimization applies to the Acer Googlebook 14, Asus Googlebook 14 and Lenovo Googlebook 15, the three launch models based on Intel's Core Ultra 5 Panther Lake chips.

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Many PCs from '80s and '90s had keyhole locks, right next to the Turbo and Reset buttons. What was it for? - TechSpot Mon, 09 Nov 2026 21:35:00 GMT
Your 486 had a key. Do you remember what it was for?
 
Which Foldable Phone Has the Best Battery Life? We Put Them to the Test - CNET Mon, 09 Nov 2026 13:00:00 GMT
From Apple’s iPhone Duo to Samsung’s and Motorola’s foldables, we tested how today’s most popular book-style and flip phones hold up under pressure.
 
AI-assisted learning platform helps robots reason beyond literal commands - MIT Mon, 09 Nov 2026 05:00:00 GMT
The new approach, known as FLEX, could lead to more intuitive, interactive household and assistive robots.
 
A single AI model simulates the behavior of many substances, from sliding sand to folding proteins - MIT Mon, 09 Nov 2026 05:00:00 GMT
By learning how matter moves, the WorldParticle system could assist with developing soft robots, medicines, and more.
 
Fabric molds could bring material-saving concrete beams within reach - MIT Fri, 06 Nov 2026 19:35:00 GMT
MIT engineers cast a concrete beam using a sewn fabric mold with one-third the amount of concrete and half as much steel as a conventional beam.
 
How to predict the behavior of molecules from scant data - MIT Fri, 06 Nov 2026 19:00:00 GMT
A machine-learning approach called CheMeleon provides a practical way to develop new drugs or other molecules with much less detailed, expensive experimentation.
 
MIT affiliates elected 2026 American Geophysical Union Fellows - MIT Fri, 06 Nov 2026 16:15:00 GMT
Anthea Coster, Carolyn Ruppel, César Terrer, and eight additional alumni are honored for their work in the geosciences.
 
Scene at MIT: Beautiful, intricate, creative quilts - MIT Fri, 06 Nov 2026 15:35:00 GMT
The MIT Quilt Show, featuring more than 40 quilted projects from 20 members of the MIT community, drew almost 1,000 visitors over three days.
 
Studying bacteria and the cells they infect - MIT Fri, 06 Nov 2026 05:00:00 GMT
By exploring how bacteria hijack cell functions, Associate Professor Rebecca Lamason hopes to learn more about how host cells carry out those functions.
 
Amazon Has a New Meal Delivery Partner Ahead of Black Friday - CNET Thu, 05 Nov 2026 20:05:47 GMT
You can get $20 off your first two orders of $25 for the first two weeks.
 
Pinning down the structure of quark-gluon plasma, the universe’s first fluid - MIT Thu, 05 Nov 2026 16:20:00 GMT
A new method picks up where Einstein left off, to predict how particles move through fluid under extreme conditions.
 
Clearing up a robot’s fuzzy memory - MIT Thu, 05 Nov 2026 05:00:00 GMT
A new system identifies and corrects unreliable object descriptions stored in a robot’s memory, improving the robot’s ability to interact with its environment.
 
Mentees, colleagues, friends share remembrances of Susumu Tonegawa - MIT Wed, 04 Nov 2026 19:25:00 GMT
To remember the longtime professor, lab members, alumni, colleagues, and other well-wishers gathered with members of his family in MIT Building 46 and online.
 
Xbox Game Pass Subscribers Can Play Football Manager, Warhammer Survivors and More Now - CNET Wed, 04 Nov 2026 18:08:32 GMT
Xbox Game Pass Essential subscribers get a few more games later this month, too.
 
Dream, build, destroy, repeat - MIT Wed, 04 Nov 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Members of the student-run MIT Combat Robotics Club learn through destruction.
 
MIT-led team receives funding to develop a wearable monitor for early disease detection - MIT Wed, 04 Nov 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Awarded up to $38 million from ARPA-H, the team aims to create a low-power, noninvasive sensor patch that measures heart failure and sepsis biomarkers in real-time.
 
3 Questions: Building more resilient minerals supply chains - MIT Tue, 03 Nov 2026 21:50:00 GMT
Elsa Olivetti, co-director of the MIT Minerals Stewardship Consortium, discusses how research and collaborations can strengthen mineral supply chains.
 
Featured video: Changing the conversation about endometriosis - MIT Tue, 03 Nov 2026 21:00:00 GMT
Documentary shines a powerful light on a painful disease that affects 265 million women, highlights efforts at MIT’s Center for Gynepathology Research to study the disease and find treatments.
 
Powering up for a pivotal moment - MIT Mon, 02 Nov 2026 19:55:00 GMT
From a nuclear revival to qubits, the MIT Energy Initiative’s annual research conference tracked deployment of today’s technologies to discovery of tomorrow’s breakthroughs.
 
A flexible new route to designer materials built from nanoparticles - MIT Mon, 02 Nov 2026 10:00:00 GMT
Pliable connector molecules could be key to creating nanoparticle-based materials for photonics, chemical catalysis, medicine, and more.
 
Regina Barzilay and Jim Collins win Pritzker Prize for AI and Science Research Excellence for work in AI-enabled antibiotic discovery - MIT Mon, 02 Nov 2026 05:35:00 GMT
The MIT professors collaborated to identify the first AI-discovered antibiotic, a scientific breakthrough that is widely recognized as a milestone in AI-driven drug discovery.
 
MIT engineers design a safer, more efficient vaccination system for farmed fish - MIT Mon, 02 Nov 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Water-resistant microneedles made from food-grade silk could deliver vaccines to help prevent the spread of disease in aquaculture.
 
MIT in the media: “Unpack My Cambridge" with President Sally Kornbluth - MIT Mon, 02 Nov 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Kornbluth: “We hope to see you here soon on a visit to MIT, whether you are a prospective student, whether you are a tourist or whether you are just someone who likes really cool things.”
 
Your November Stargazing Calendar: Meteors, Morning Planets and a Supermoon - CNET Sat, 31 Oct 2026 16:00:00 GMT
Darker evenings after the end of daylight saving time, plus a crowded morning sky, give you plenty of chances to look up this month.
 
MIT affiliates named 2026 Schmidt Sciences AI2050 Fellows - MIT Fri, 30 Oct 2026 20:15:00 GMT
Five MIT faculty members and two additional alumni are honored with fellowships to advance research on beneficial AI.
 
J-PAL North America launches ARTEMIS to train early-career researchers - MIT Fri, 30 Oct 2026 19:30:00 GMT
The Applied Research Training in Evaluation, Methods, and Impact Studies program provides dedicated support to help researchers overcome barriers to pursue and obtain funding for randomized evaluations.
 
Q&A: Hey AI, who should I vote for this year? - MIT Fri, 30 Oct 2026 19:00:00 GMT
MIT professors Adam Berinsky and Chara Podimata discuss a new project to track how AI chatbots are responding to questions about the 2026 U.S. midterm elections.
 
MIT engineers create nanoparticles for delivering personalized cancer vaccines - MIT Fri, 30 Oct 2026 04:30:00 GMT
The particles carry a customized dose of cancer antigens that can provoke a strong immune response against tumors.
 
Next Haunt: A scary “problem set” in the basement of Next House - MIT Thu, 29 Oct 2026 15:55:00 GMT
For more than a decade, MIT students have turned Next House’s basement into a spooky escape-room style test of puzzles, teamwork, and ingenuity.
 
Magnetic sensors track muscle movement, for better prosthetic limb control - MIT Thu, 29 Oct 2026 10:00:00 GMT
Researchers hope to use these sensors to help people with amputation achieve more natural movements with their prosthetic limbs.
 
New system gives users more control over their online experience - MIT Thu, 29 Oct 2026 04:00:00 GMT
The Social.Wiki framework enables anyone to easily edit social websites within the system, while allowing them to choose the content they see.
 
Seven MIT affiliates elected to the National Academy of Medicine for 2026 - MIT Wed, 28 Oct 2026 18:55:00 GMT
Professor Michael Yaffe and six MIT alumni are honored for their outstanding professional achievement and commitment to service.
 
A soft robot could help doctors diagnose and treat disorders of the small intestine - MIT Wed, 28 Oct 2026 18:00:00 GMT
MIT engineers designed a robotic enteroscope that can inch through the hard-to-reach small intestine, making biopsies and drug delivery easier.
 
Making machines that can listen - MIT Wed, 28 Oct 2026 04:00:00 GMT
Professor Paris Smaragdis develops computers with superhuman hearing for applications like speech recognition, music understanding, and environmental monitoring.
 
Origami-based construction method yields lightweight, load-bearing structures on architectural scales - MIT Tue, 27 Oct 2026 04:00:00 GMT
The modular approach could be used to erect emergency shelters or fabricate aerospace components more quickly and with less material than some techniques.
 
Hashim Sarkis to step down as dean of the School of Architecture and Planning - MIT Mon, 26 Oct 2026 20:30:00 GMT
During a dozen years of leadership, Sarkis championed projects that advanced research, education, and public engagement, and helped design thrive at MIT.
 
Live Now! The iPhone Duo Has Been Folded 406,000 Times and Counting in Our Custom Machine - CNET Mon, 26 Oct 2026 17:00:15 GMT
We’re using our custom-made robot to open and close the iPhone Duo hundreds of thousands of times. Watch along and get your questions answered by CNET editors live.
 
Implantable device uses ultrasound to improve drug delivery to the brain - MIT Mon, 26 Oct 2026 15:00:00 GMT
This targeted approach could offer a way to prevent the recurrence of aggressive brain tumors.
 
Watch the universe emerge from the dark ages, with Lumina - MIT Mon, 26 Oct 2026 04:00:00 GMT
The new simulation tracks dark matter, galaxies, stars, and cosmic structures over the universe’s first 2 billion years, in greater detail and volume than ever before.
 
Apple’s iPod Turns 25: Here’s the Song Catalog That Rode Wit You - CNET Fri, 23 Oct 2026 22:37:05 GMT
On this day in 2001, Apple’s iconic MP3 player was released. And now, an Apple Music easter egg lets you experience the nostalgic sound and scroll of the gadget’s click wheel.
 
We’ve Folded the iPhone Duo Almost 400,000 Times. How Much More Can It Take? - CNET Fri, 23 Oct 2026 21:30:35 GMT
Our Fold-a-Phone machine folds Apple’s iPhone Duo 900 times every hour to test the durability of its hinge.
 
At MIT, Martha Minow speaks on sustaining democracy, both by using and overcoming AI - MIT Fri, 23 Oct 2026 21:00:00 GMT
In Compton Lecture, the distinguished legal scholar warns of potential “loss of the Enlightenment” while suggesting ways innovations can meet our civic and cultural needs.
 
Persistence, teamwork, and some healthy competition - MIT Fri, 23 Oct 2026 04:00:00 GMT
Senior Veronica Calzadilla Sosa has taken the long route toward her MIT degree and found a supportive community along the way.
 
Q&A: How AI came to model the “messy” human mind - MIT Fri, 23 Oct 2026 04:00:00 GMT
Assistant Professor Benjamin Lindquist studies how engineers deliberately injected randomness into early AI, giving rise to deep-learning models that sometimes hallucinate.
 
Startup plans to rejuvenate the nuclear power industry with a new manufacturing approach - MIT Thu, 22 Oct 2026 04:00:00 GMT
Founded by Jake Jurewicz ’14, SM ’15, Blue Energy aims to manufacture giant pieces of nuclear reactors at shipyards and ship them on barges for final assembly.
 
Tod Machover’s new symphony plays with AI while reflecting on democracy - MIT Wed, 21 Oct 2026 04:00:00 GMT
The MIT composer’s inventive “already and not yet,” premiering at the Boston Symphony Orchestra, uses new AI tools to create interplay with musicians while thematically exploring the fortunes of democracy.
 
MIT spinout makes surgical stitching more like applying a sticky note - MIT Tue, 20 Oct 2026 04:00:00 GMT
SanaHeal has developed a biologically compatible adhesive that sticks to wet tissues to simplify a variety of surgeries.
 
Giving AI a “crystal clear” view of the materials world - MIT Sun, 18 Oct 2026 04:00:00 GMT
New research can help AI models understand crystalline materials in 3D and reason about their properties.
 
Fostering community amid Kendall Square’s innovation - MIT Fri, 16 Oct 2026 16:00:00 GMT
The 18th annual Kendall Square Association Annual Meeting explored how new technologies could be a force for shared prosperity in society.
 
Your Air Fryer Can Make Perfect Hard-Boiled Eggs - CNET Tue, 04 Nov 2025 10:06:03 GMT
The best part is that air fryer eggs require no pot, no boiling water and no frustrating peeling.