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Epic v. Google: in a compliance hearing, a judge orders Google to remove "anticompetitive friction" for installing third-party app stores from its Play Store (Sean Hollister/The Verge) - Techmeme Fri, 14 Aug 2026 10:05:01 GMT

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

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

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

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

 
Apple proposes taking a 5-to-15 percent cut from external App Store payments - Engadget Fri, 14 Aug 2026 08:24:21 GMT
Apple and Google still aren't done facing Epic Games in court.
 
Mauchly and Eckert’s Other Computers - Hack a Day Fri, 14 Aug 2026 08:00:37 GMT
If you ask a random person who [John Mauchly] or [J. Presper Eckert] were, you’d probably get a blank stare. Ask a Hackaday reader, and you have a better shot. …read more
 
Organic-looking brake assemblies debut on new Czinger 21C Spyder - ArsTechnica Fri, 14 Aug 2026 07:01:15 GMT
Czinger used topological design and additive manufacturing to make the brakes.
 
Czinger debuts topology-optimized brakes with 21C Spyder - Ars Technica - Google Fri, 14 Aug 2026 07:01:15 GMT
  1. Czinger debuts topology-optimized brakes with 21C Spyder Ars Technica
  2. The Czinger 21C Spyder Has 1,250 HP And Very Clever Brakes Motor1.com
  3. Czinger Opens the Cockpit for the New 1250-HP 21C Spyder. Price? A Cool $2.75 Million Car and Driver
  4. The Most Amazing Convertible At Monterey Is This Locally Built 1,250-HP Hypercar CarBuzz
  5. The Czinger 21C Spyder Takes Record-Breaking Pace Roofless Road & Track
 
Z.ai debuts GLM-5.3, which uses the same base model as GLM-5.2 with scaled post-training for stronger coding skills; Z.ai plans to release weights in two weeks (Z.ai) - Techmeme Fri, 14 Aug 2026 06:50:01 GMT

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

 
A look at Quincy, a rural Washington farming town of 8,500 that benefited from a data center boom as its poverty rate fell from 29.4% in 2012 to 6.2% in 2024 (Nathaniel Meyersohn/CNN) - Techmeme Fri, 14 Aug 2026 06:25:02 GMT

Nathaniel Meyersohn / CNN:
A look at Quincy, a rural Washington farming town of 8,500 that benefited from a data center boom as its poverty rate fell from 29.4% in 2012 to 6.2% in 2024 — A $15 million aquatic center with a six-lane pool, waterslides and a lazy river opened in Quincy, Washington, a few weeks ago.
 
Trump slaps a 100 percent tariff on heavy and 'sensitive' drones - Engadget Fri, 14 Aug 2026 06:12:39 GMT
President Trump has imposed tariffs up to 100 percent on drones that are "particularly sensitive" for national security.
 
Apple sends out warnings to targets of mercenary spyware attacks - Engadget Fri, 14 Aug 2026 05:27:46 GMT
Apple has recently sent out notifications, warning users that they'd been targeted by mercenary spyware attack.
 
The White House announces new tariffs on drones and components, including a 100% levy on "particularly sensitive" models, aiming to cut reliance on Chinese tech (Demetri Sevastopulo/Financial Times) - Techmeme Fri, 14 Aug 2026 05:10:01 GMT

Demetri Sevastopulo / Financial Times:
The White House announces new tariffs on drones and components, including a 100% levy on “particularly sensitive” models, aiming to cut reliance on Chinese tech — US to impose up to 100% levies on unmanned aircraft and their components — President Donald Trump has imposed sweeping …

 
Rare IBM PC Brought Back To Life - Hack a Day Fri, 14 Aug 2026 05:00:12 GMT
[Epictronics] happens to have a rather special machine in his possession. It’s a rare IBM PC prototype or concept machine from the late 1980s known as the IBM 7496 Executive …read more
 
Acer Promo Codes: 40% Off - Wired Fri, 14 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
From 40% off accessory bundles to verified student and military discounts, here's how to save on Predator, Nitro, and Swift laptops and monitors at Acer.com.
 
Babbel Promo Code: Up to 65% Off in August 2026 - Wired Fri, 14 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Master a new language with expert-led courses. Use our verified Babbel coupon codes to save up to 65% on student plans and 60% on 6-month subscriptions.
 
Pura Promo Codes: $20 Off August 2026 - Wired Fri, 14 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Enhance your home's ambiance for less with active Pura promo codes. Find savings on smart diffusers, exclusive scents, and subscribe & save offers.
 
HelloFresh Promo Codes: 55% Off for August 2026 - Wired Fri, 14 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Get up to 55% off and free meal boxes using a HelloFresh coupon code in August 2026. Discover our best codes and discounts to let you save time and money.
 
Office Depot Coupons: Save With Promo Codes in August 2026 - Wired Fri, 14 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
From furniture and ink to professional printing services, use an Office Depot discount code to maximize your savings on every workspace essential.
 
Layla Sleep Coupon: Save Up to $600 in August 2026 - Wired Fri, 14 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Upgrade your sleep setup with the latest Layla promo codes. Save on flippable mattresses, copper-infused pillows, and adjustable bases in August 2026.
 
Columbia Promo Codes: 15% Off | August 2026 - Wired Fri, 14 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Explore current Columbia deals on jackets, outdoor gear, and apparel. Find active Columbia promo codes, student discounts, and free shipping offers to save on your next adventure.
 
Sources: Apple trained a China-specific LLM with Alibaba's support, which would make Apple the first foreign company to offer a proprietary AI model in China (Reuters) - Techmeme Fri, 14 Aug 2026 04:55:01 GMT

Reuters:
Sources: Apple trained a China-specific LLM with Alibaba's support, which would make Apple the first foreign company to offer a proprietary AI model in China — Apple (AAPL.O) has trained a large language model specifically for the China market, three people familiar with the matter said …

 
SMIC co-CEO Zhao Haijun says the company raised prices following negotiations with customers in Q1, and that it will charge more for wafers processed in Q3 (Reuters) - Techmeme Fri, 14 Aug 2026 04:45:01 GMT

Reuters:
SMIC co-CEO Zhao Haijun says the company raised prices following negotiations with customers in Q1, and that it will charge more for wafers processed in Q3 — China's top foundry, Semiconductor Manufacturing International Corp (0981.HK), said on Friday that AI-related demand would continue …

 
One UI 9.5 will finally bring app lock feature to your Galaxy phone or tablet - SamMobile - Google Fri, 14 Aug 2026 03:25:00 GMT
  1. One UI 9.5 will finally bring app lock feature to your Galaxy phone or tablet SamMobile
  2. Samsung Could Bring Dark Theme Icons With One UI 9.5 sammyguru.com
  3. Galaxy phones may finally get a basic privacy feature Samsung missed Digital Trends
  4. Samsung Galaxy Phones May Finally Get True Dark Theme Icons in One UI 9.5 Android Headlines
  5. Samsung might give you dark-themed icons to go with dark mode Android Authority
 
Sources: the CFTC has launched a probe into prediction markets' "mention markets", prompting Kalshi to remove bets on word choices from sports-related offerings (Bobby Allyn/NPR) - Techmeme Fri, 14 Aug 2026 03:15:00 GMT

Bobby Allyn / NPR:
Sources: the CFTC has launched a probe into prediction markets' “mention markets”, prompting Kalshi to remove bets on word choices from sports-related offerings — Federal regulators have launched a review of so-called “mention markets” on prediction market sites …

 
Pony AI plans to deploy 2K+ robotaxis across Europe in partnership with Uber and add four more European cities, after Zagreb, with a later Middle East expansion (Bloomberg) - Techmeme Fri, 14 Aug 2026 02:30:01 GMT

Bloomberg:
Pony AI plans to deploy 2K+ robotaxis across Europe in partnership with Uber and add four more European cities, after Zagreb, with a later Middle East expansion — Pony AI Inc. said it plans to deploy more than 2,000 robotaxis across Europe in partnership with Uber Technologies Inc. …

 
Removing Microplastics from Soil with Tumbling Magnetic Flakes - Hack a Day Fri, 14 Aug 2026 02:00:30 GMT
While in aquatic environments microplastics can be filtered out relatively easily, in soil it’s much harder to get to these microscopic particles. While you can certainly strip mine an entire …read more
 
A profile of Amy Kremer, a pro-Trump activist who helped organize the January 6 rally and currently chairs the grassroots anti-data center group Humans First (Veronica Irwin/Transformer) - Techmeme Fri, 14 Aug 2026 01:55:00 GMT

Veronica Irwin / Transformer:
A profile of Amy Kremer, a pro-Trump activist who helped organize the January 6 rally and currently chairs the grassroots anti-data center group Humans First — Amy Kremer's resume makes her loyalty to Trump impossible to question. Humans First is banking that will help mobilize the right
 
Current and former OpenAI employees say pressure to quickly ship products left less time for safety, contributing to incidents like the rogue agent hack (Maxwell Zeff/Wired) - Techmeme Fri, 14 Aug 2026 01:00:51 GMT

Maxwell Zeff / Wired:
Current and former OpenAI employees say pressure to quickly ship products left less time for safety, contributing to incidents like the rogue agent hack — OpenAI's rogue agent hack was a watershed moment for AI safety and cybersecurity. It also sparked internal questions about the culture that led to it.
 
Apple sends fresh wave of mercenary spyware warnings worldwide - 9to5Mac - Google Fri, 14 Aug 2026 00:54:00 GMT
  1. Apple sends fresh wave of mercenary spyware warnings worldwide 9to5Mac
  2. If Apple sends you a push notification alerting you to a spyware attack, take it seriously techcrunch.com
  3. New wave of Apple threat notifications reach 110 countries to warn about targeted attacks AppleInsider
  4. Did your iPhone recieve an ‘Apple Threat Notification’? The Verge
  5. Apple sends new ‘Threat Notification’ alerts over mercenary spyware attacks BleepingComputer
 
Pokemon Pokopia sales top five million - Gematsu - Google Fri, 14 Aug 2026 00:05:33 GMT
  1. Pokemon Pokopia sales top five million Gematsu
  2. Nintendo shares pop 7% after 'Pokémon Pokopia' sales top 5 million CNBC
  3. Global Sales of Pokémon Pokopia for Nintendo Switch 2 Surpass 5 Million Units businesswire.com
  4. Nintendo Shares Rise as ‘Pokopia’ Global Sales Top 5 Million Bloomberg.com
  5. Pokemon Pokopia Sales Surpassed Five Million Playasia Blog
 
Applied Materials reports Q3 revenue up 25% YoY to $9.12B, vs. $8.99B est., net income up 43% to $2.54B, and forecasts Q4 revenue above estimates (Elias Schisgall/Wall Street Journal) - Techmeme Thu, 13 Aug 2026 23:55:01 GMT

Elias Schisgall / Wall Street Journal:
Applied Materials reports Q3 revenue up 25% YoY to $9.12B, vs. $8.99B est., net income up 43% to $2.54B, and forecasts Q4 revenue above estimates — The company is looking to ramp up its manufacturing capacity to meet continued semiconductor solutions demand
 
Google’s New Pixel 11 Phones Get Higher Starting Prices — Blame the RAM Shortage - CNET Thu, 13 Aug 2026 23:54:08 GMT
This year’s Pixel devices all got pricier. Here’s why.
 
Google Play is hiding a Pixel 11 Pro discount in plain sight - Android Central - Google Thu, 13 Aug 2026 23:52:18 GMT
  1. Google Play is hiding a Pixel 11 Pro discount in plain sight Android Central
  2. The Pixel 11 series: Your most personal Pixel yet blog.google
  3. Google's Tensor G6 inside the Pixel 11 series isn't a 2nm chip - GSMArena.com news GSMArena.com
  4. Google’s new Pixel 11 puts Gemini at center of AI phone battle with Apple CNBC
  5. Google becomes latest company to raise prices thanks to memory shortage Yahoo Finance
 
Charter receives final state approval to buy Cox for $21.9B after making concessions to California regulators, including low-cost internet for some households (Patience Haggin/Wall Street Journal) - Techmeme Thu, 13 Aug 2026 23:45:01 GMT

Patience Haggin / Wall Street Journal:
Charter receives final state approval to buy Cox for $21.9B after making concessions to California regulators, including low-cost internet for some households — Cable and broadband providers receive regulatory clearance from California after agreeing to some concessions on affordability
 
What's Coming in September: New iPhones, Apple Watches and More - MacRumors - Google Thu, 13 Aug 2026 23:20:34 GMT
  1. What's Coming in September: New iPhones, Apple Watches and More MacRumors
  2. iPhone 18 could get two new Pro-level upgrades, per report 9to5Mac
  3. iPhone 18 Pro Event Tipped As Apple Shifts Key Release Schedule Date Forbes
  4. It looks like Apple’s iPhone 18 really will skip the fall launch this year The Verge
  5. Apple’s iPhone event will be packed with intrigue Macworld
 
We Spotted So Many Workarounds for Flock’s New Rules on Police Camera Surveillance - CNET Thu, 13 Aug 2026 23:20:06 GMT
Toothless limitations aren’t a great look for Flock’s modern surveillance.
 
Epic v. Apple: Apple proposes commissions on US linked-out purchases of 15% for standard apps, 10% for partner programs and renewals, 5% for Small Business apps (Marcus Mendes/9to5Mac) - Techmeme Thu, 13 Aug 2026 23:10:01 GMT

Marcus Mendes / 9to5Mac:
Epic v. Apple: Apple proposes commissions on US linked-out purchases of 15% for standard apps, 10% for partner programs and renewals, 5% for Small Business apps — Apple has submitted its proposal for the fees it should be allowed to charge for purchases made outside of the App Store system in the Epic Games case.
 
Troubleshooting Video Delay On The Raspberry Pi - Hack a Day Thu, 13 Aug 2026 23:00:12 GMT
The Raspberry Pi line of single-board computers are great little devices, and they can do great things with cameras and video. However, there can be a fair bit of latency …read more
 
Apple’s next iPhone battle just got more complicated - thestreet.com - Google Thu, 13 Aug 2026 22:54:48 GMT
  1. Apple’s next iPhone battle just got more complicated thestreet.com
  2. Google’s Android chief lays out his vision for how AI will change our smartphones CNN
  3. Google hones its phones for AI economist.com
  4. Google calls Pixel an "intelligence system," but its basic automation is surprisingly dumb How-To Geek
  5. With New Pixel Launch, AI Reshapes Competition Among Tech Giants » Iraqi News Agency وكالة الانباء العراقية (واع)
 
Mico, Microsoft's weird lil' AI guy, has been demoted - Engadget Thu, 13 Aug 2026 22:51:31 GMT
The amorphous corporate mascot will no longer haunt Copilot Voice.
 
WhatsApp Fights Back Against Scammers With New AI Alert Tool - CNET Thu, 13 Aug 2026 22:45:26 GMT
Meta’s new Scam Alert tool will flag potential scam texts in WhatsApp while your messages stay encrypted.
 
Google Meet rolling out ‘Take Notes’ for in-person meetings on Android, web, & iOS - 9to5Google - Google Thu, 13 Aug 2026 22:40:00 GMT
  1. Google Meet rolling out ‘Take Notes’ for in-person meetings on Android, web, & iOS 9to5Google
  2. Google Meet can finally take notes for your in-person meetings Digital Trends
  3. Google Meet can now take notes even for in-person meetings, here's how Android Authority
 
The Safety Reckoning Inside OpenAI - Wired Thu, 13 Aug 2026 22:37:19 GMT
OpenAI’s rogue agent hack was a watershed moment for AI safety and cybersecurity. It also sparked internal questions about the culture that led to it.
 
Pets Left in a Ruff Spot After Automatic Feeders Go Down - CNET Thu, 13 Aug 2026 22:27:10 GMT
An outage affecting Petlibro automatic feeders left some pets hungry, customers report.
 
Pixel Watch 5 vs. Galaxy Watch 9: Comparing Google and Samsung’s New Watches - CNET Thu, 13 Aug 2026 22:20:58 GMT
Both new watches from Google and Samsung can work with any Android phone, but they have different features and perks.
 
US wait times for cancer surgeries are getting longer and longer - ArsTechnica Thu, 13 Aug 2026 22:17:29 GMT
Study finds wait times for cancer surgeries hit 10-year high.
 
Using AI Shopping Carts Could Lead You to Spend More Money, Study Says - CNET Thu, 13 Aug 2026 22:16:25 GMT
Smart screens mounted on shopping carts might change people’s behavior at grocery stores in a few interesting ways.
 
Cloud storage is great until your vendor goes out of business - Engadget Thu, 13 Aug 2026 22:04:16 GMT
A St. Louis PBS station is suing a data center provider to rescue a 70-year archive.
 
‘That is not acceptable’: Judge orders Google to make rival app store installs easier - The Verge - Google Thu, 13 Aug 2026 21:53:04 GMT
  1. ‘That is not acceptable’: Judge orders Google to make rival app store installs easier The Verge
  2. Aptoide Returns to Google Play After More Than a Decade, Opening a New Chapter for Competition on Android PR Newswire
  3. Following Epic loss, Google has started hosting rival app stores in the Play Store Ars Technica
  4. An Android App Store Competitor Is Available In The Play Store engadget.com
  5. Google ordered to modify US Play Store search experience for rival app stores MLex
 
Disgruntled security researcher just dropped another Windows zero-day, right on schedule - TechSpot Thu, 13 Aug 2026 21:53:00 GMT

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

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Pixel Watch 5 Will Call Emergency Services if It Detects a Breathing Emergency - CNET Thu, 13 Aug 2026 21:51:01 GMT
The new feature will be available on the Pixel Watch 4 as well.
 
OpenAI Now Has a ChatGPT Desktop App for Linux - CNET Thu, 13 Aug 2026 21:50:38 GMT
Ubuntu, Debian and Fedora distributions get first dibs.
 
Netflix shuts down Oxenfree studio Night School weeks after praising its 'really solid numbers' - Engadget Thu, 13 Aug 2026 21:24:22 GMT
Execs praised Night School's latest game, Unhinged, before pulling the rug.
 
Shoppers Outside the US May Have to Wait Longer for the Folding iPhone, Report Suggests - CNET Thu, 13 Aug 2026 21:21:42 GMT
A variety of issues could slow down the rollout of the anticipated new Apple device.
 
Google Targets Apple's AirTag With Its Pixel Tag Bluetooth Tracker - PCMag - Google Thu, 13 Aug 2026 21:18:09 GMT
  1. Google Targets Apple's AirTag With Its Pixel Tag Bluetooth Tracker PCMag
  2. Keep tabs on your valuables with Google Pixel Tag blog.google
  3. The Pixel Tag is Google's $29 AirTag alternative - with one big advantage ZDNET
  4. Google Pixel Tag announced: Can you buy it yet? Mashable
  5. Google’s Pixel Tag picks a bold strategy in a sea of AirTag clones [Gallery] 9to5Google
 
Pokémon FireRed Version and Pokémon LeafGreen Version Link with Pokémon HOME This October - Pokemon.com - Google Thu, 13 Aug 2026 21:15:37 GMT
  1. Pokémon FireRed Version and Pokémon LeafGreen Version Link with Pokémon HOME This October Pokemon.com
  2. Pokémon Fans Are Mourning the End of an Era Polygon.com
  3. Pokémon FireRed and LeafGreen Update Coming This October, as Ruby and Sapphire Speculation Swirls IGN
  4. Pokémon Bank App Ends Service in February 2027 Anime News Network
  5. Nintendo Is Pulling The Plug On One Of The Best Ways To Get Rare Pokemon GameSpot
 
Mark Zuckerberg’s AI Manifesto Is 6,500 Words—and Barely Says Anything - Wired Thu, 13 Aug 2026 21:14:43 GMT
AI is shifting the culture, from tech CEO manifestos to 1 am job interviews. We unpack some of the latest, along with the top findings from Black Hat and Defcon, this week on Uncanny Valley.
 
X is testing a tool that will let users see if their posts have been 'shadowbanned' - Engadget Thu, 13 Aug 2026 21:10:21 GMT
The feature is rolling out as the company open-sources more of its ranking algorithm.
 
This AI Chatbot Was Just One Busy Guy, and He Has Hit His Limit - CNET Thu, 13 Aug 2026 20:46:55 GMT
People ask Tucker Bryant’s ChatTJB for advice on everything from their fiction and personal dilemmas to how they should spend their free time.
 
Pixel 11’s Gboard Rambler is prompt-based, rather than real-time - 9to5Google - Google Thu, 13 Aug 2026 20:41:00 GMT
  1. Pixel 11’s Gboard Rambler is prompt-based, rather than real-time 9to5Google
  2. Putting sign language AI into users’ hands Google DeepMind
  3. I Tried Pixel 11’s New Gemini Features. One Made Me Sound Fluent in Spanish CNET
  4. DeepMind's Newest Model Allows Pixel 11 Devices To Transcribe Sign Language Into Text engadget.com
  5. Google debuts SL2T, an AI model that’s designed to understand sign language SiliconANGLE
 
Candy Crush generates nearly $1 billion annually, 14 years after launch - TechSpot Thu, 13 Aug 2026 20:38:00 GMT

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

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ChatGPT for Mac adds opt-in Computer History feature, replacing Chronicle - 9to5Mac - Google Thu, 13 Aug 2026 20:13:00 GMT
  1. ChatGPT for Mac adds opt-in Computer History feature, replacing Chronicle 9to5Mac
  2. ChatGPT can now remember what you did on your Mac — without screenshots The New Stack
  3. OpenAI ditches Recall-style screenshot surveillance for friendly keylogging The Register
  4. Say goodbye to Chronicle. ChatGPT’s new Computer History feature does it better Digital Trends
  5. Codex Head Shares ChatGPT's Complaints About Computer Use, Slack Accounts for 48% of Activity Records ababnews.com
 
NEO BERLIN 2087 launches in 2028 - Gematsu - Google Thu, 13 Aug 2026 20:05:31 GMT
  1. NEO BERLIN 2087 launches in 2028 Gematsu
  2. Cyberpunk 2077 rival Neo Berlin 2087 gets thrilling first-look GAMINGbible
  3. The cyberpunk action thriller NEO BERLIN 2087 is set to release in 2028 news.instant-gaming.com
  4. 'Neo Berlin 2087' Comes To PS5, Xbox SerieS X|S And PC In 2028 - Trailer Worthplaying
 
Hosting provider Namecheap is down after data center cooling failure - Engadget Thu, 13 Aug 2026 20:01:57 GMT
Hosting provider Namecheap is down after data center cooling failure.
 
Tearing Down A Cheap Digital Caliper - Hack a Day Thu, 13 Aug 2026 20:00:41 GMT
Most hackers and makers end up with a cheap pair of calipers in the toolbox at some point or another. [DiodeGoneWild] decided to take a particularly cheap plastic pair and …read more
 
Qualcomm's Snapdragon C wants to be the Arm chip for $300 laptops - TechSpot Thu, 13 Aug 2026 19:47:00 GMT

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

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

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

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Netflix is shutting down Oxenfree studio Night School, six weeks after its last game was released - Video Games Chronicle - Google Thu, 13 Aug 2026 18:56:56 GMT
  1. Netflix is shutting down Oxenfree studio Night School, six weeks after its last game was released Video Games Chronicle
  2. BREAKING: Netflix to shut down two more game studios Game File | Stephen Totilo
  3. Netflix Shuts Down Studio Behind ‘Unhinged’ Game 6 Weeks After Release Variety
  4. Netflix closing Night School Studio and Moonloot Games Game Developer
  5. Netflix shuts down Oxenfree studio Night School weeks after praising its 'really solid numbers' engadget.com
 
US government to allow private companies to carry out cyberattacks on its behalf - Engadget Thu, 13 Aug 2026 18:52:06 GMT
US government to allow private companies to carry out cyberattacks on its behalf.
 
Insta360 X6 Review: A 360 Camera With A Little Something For Everyone - engadget.com - Google Thu, 13 Aug 2026 18:44:51 GMT
  1. Insta360 X6 Review: A 360 Camera With A Little Something For Everyone engadget.com
  2. Insta360 X6 Review: Without Question, the Best 360 Camera CNET
  3. Insta360’s next 360-degree action cam puts bigger sensors in a smaller design The Verge
  4. Insta360 pushes the limits of immersive video with X6 8K actioncam New Atlas
  5. Meet the Next-Gen 360 Camera: Insta360 X6 Initial Review Racer X
 
Ukrainian drones wipe out entire US tank brigade in live war game - ArsTechnica Thu, 13 Aug 2026 18:31:56 GMT
Ukrainian drone pilots teach the US military and NATO hard battlefield lessons.
 
Bridging Older Tasmota Hardware Into Apple Home - Hack a Day Thu, 13 Aug 2026 18:30:54 GMT
The Tasmota firmware is a popular choice for flashing to a range of Espressif microcontrollers to turn them into smart home devices. If you have such devices in your house, …read more
 
The best Spotify alternatives to ease your conscience - Engadget Thu, 13 Aug 2026 18:30:00 GMT
There are loads of options for getting new music into your ears if you're fed up with Spotify.
 
Anthropic's Claude tried to solve the Riemann hypothesis and found something new instead - TechSpot Thu, 13 Aug 2026 18:22:00 GMT

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

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Instagram Has a New Logo for Some Reason - CNET Thu, 13 Aug 2026 18:11:09 GMT
Some users are already joking that the new logo reads “Instagzam.”
 
Flock “can’t tech its way out” of the stalker cop problem, experts say - ArsTechnica Thu, 13 Aug 2026 18:10:14 GMT
Flock to lock out cops who stalk exes, but agencies can still hide abuse.
 
Comet gets you a free AI assistant directly into your web browser - TechSpot Thu, 13 Aug 2026 18:03:00 GMT
Comet combines a familiar Chromium browsing experience with Perplexity's AI assistant that can summarize pages, answer questions, and help with tasks across tabs. For more browser options, including traditional alternatives, check out our Essential Apps for Windows and macOS.
 
What's next for Restart - Restart.run - Google Thu, 13 Aug 2026 17:59:50 GMT
  1. What's next for Restart Restart.run
  2. Walmart-backed gaming publication lays off editorial team Digiday
  3. The video game site backed by Walmart has laid off its editorial team Game Developer
  4. Restart, Walmart's Gaming Site, Lays Off Entire Editorial Team Aftermath
  5. The gaming site sponsored by Walmart lays off its editorial staff The Verge
 
Pet owners say smart pet feeder outage led to furry ones going unfed - ArsTechnica Thu, 13 Aug 2026 17:53:53 GMT
"I've lost trust ..."
 
Microsoft patches LegacyHive Windows zero-day vulnerability - BleepingComputer - Google Thu, 13 Aug 2026 17:46:20 GMT
  1. Microsoft patches LegacyHive Windows zero-day vulnerability BleepingComputer
  2. Shattering the Dream – When a Job Offer Becomes a Zero-Day Attack Check Point Research
  3. Microsoft Plugs Nearly 400 Security Holes krebsonsecurity.com
  4. Windows 10’s latest patch keeps your Secure Boot certificates on track PCWorld
  5. Lazarus Exploits Windows Zero-Day to Gain SYSTEM Access and Deploy Backdoor The Hacker News
 
The new Instagram logo is the perfect embodiment of AI slop - ArsTechnica Thu, 13 Aug 2026 17:32:10 GMT
Opinion: Some remarks about the new wordmark accidentally being perfectly awful.
 
Flock tries to make its cameras harder for cops to misuse - Engadget Thu, 13 Aug 2026 17:25:34 GMT
Flock tries to make its cameras harder for cops to misuse.
 
Google unveils Gemini 3.7 Flash AI model for coding, agent workflows - Reuters - Google Thu, 13 Aug 2026 17:06:47 GMT
  1. Google unveils Gemini 3.7 Flash AI model for coding, agent workflows Reuters
  2. Introducing Gemini 3.7 Flash blog.google
  3. Gemini 3.7 Flash is now available in GitHub Copilot The GitHub Blog
  4. Google Debuts New Gemini Flash While Top AI Model Still Delayed Bloomberg.com
  5. Google announces Gemini 3.7 Flash just three weeks after previous release Ars Technica
 
Use this space to roast the new Instagram logo - Engadget Thu, 13 Aug 2026 17:06:30 GMT
Use this space to roast the new Instagram logo.
 
GTA 6 Netflix Extended Look Could be Three Episodes - Insider Gaming - Google Thu, 13 Aug 2026 17:02:04 GMT
  1. GTA 6 Netflix Extended Look Could be Three Episodes Insider Gaming
  2. DF Direct Weekly #276: GTA 6 An Extended Look Reveal Reaction, Quakecon 2026, Xbox 360 On PC Alienware Arena
  3. Grand Theft Auto VI: An Extended Look is Premiering Exclusively on Netflix Netflix
  4. New GTA 6 Gameplay Features Leak Ahead of Netflix Stream VICE
  5. 'If You're Not a Netflix Subscriber, You Definitely Should Be' — Take-Two Boss Teases Grand Theft Auto VI: An Extended Look IGN
 
Supercon Ten Tickets on Sale Now - Hack a Day Thu, 13 Aug 2026 17:00:34 GMT
Hackers, start your engines! We’re opening up ticket sales for our tenth, the 2026 Hackaday Supercon, to take place Nov 6-8 in Pasadena, CA. As always, because we haven’t announced …read more
 
Google announces Gemini 3.7 Flash just three weeks after previous release - ArsTechnica Thu, 13 Aug 2026 17:00:13 GMT
Gemini 3.6 Flash debuted just 3 weeks ago, but Google says 3.7 has "substantial improvements."
 
Halo Co-Creator Says The Remake’s New Ring Is ‘Damn Ugly’ - Kotaku - Google Thu, 13 Aug 2026 16:48:27 GMT
  1. Halo Co-Creator Says The Remake’s New Ring Is ‘Damn Ugly’ Kotaku
  2. Big improvements are coming to Halo: Campaign Evolved OC3D
  3. "The most offensive thing we see every time we boot up the game" Halo co-creator takes shots Campaign Evolved art direction Eurogamer.net
  4. The 'father of Master Chief' doesn't like the new Halo's new halos PC Gamer
  5. A game for people with "zero attention span": one of Halo's creators spoke about the remake ixbt.games
 
Google should have gone the GTA 6 route with its Pixel 11 show; instead, we got the Trevor Noah cringe fest - Android Central - Google Thu, 13 Aug 2026 16:44:32 GMT
  1. Google should have gone the GTA 6 route with its Pixel 11 show; instead, we got the Trevor Noah cringe fest Android Central
  2. My Favorite Things from Made by Google 2026 CNET
  3. Live from New York, it’s another awkward Pixel keynote 9to5Google
  4. Made by Google 2026: How to Watch in the UAE and What to Expect WIRED Middle East
  5. Google (Again) Brings a Comedian to a Tech Keynote spyglass.org
 
PBS Station Sues to Regain Access to 70 Years of Archival TV History - Gizmodo - Google Thu, 13 Aug 2026 16:40:04 GMT
  1. PBS Station Sues to Regain Access to 70 Years of Archival TV History Gizmodo
  2. Nine PBS sues Iron Mountain over blocked access to archival data current.org
  3. PBS broadcaster loses access to 50TB of data comprising 70 years of TV history after contracted cloud storage vendor goes defunct — public TV channel sues Iron Mountain data center, which hosts archival materials, to ensure preservation Tom's Hardware
  4. Cloud Storage Is Great Until Your Vendor Goes Out Of Business engadget.com
  5. Missouri PBS station sues vendor after video archive becomes lost TheDesk.net
 
Save space in your Google storage by changing this one Android setting - Engadget Thu, 13 Aug 2026 16:30:00 GMT
If your Google One plan is reaching its data limit, try this before you pay more for storage.
 
This modder shrunk a Steam Deck down to Game Boy size - TechSpot Thu, 13 Aug 2026 16:16:00 GMT

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

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Suno is trying to look more like a real music production tool - The Verge - Google Thu, 13 Aug 2026 16:00:00 GMT
  1. Suno is trying to look more like a real music production tool The Verge
  2. Suno Studio 2.0 Turns Played MIDI Into a Prompt for AI-Generated Audio Unite.AI
  3. Suno Studio 2.0's new chat feature lets you talk to your DAW like it's a bandmate the-decoder.com
  4. Suno is Getting Closer to an Actual DAW with 'Studio 2.0' Digital Music News
  5. Suno launches Studio 2.0 with MIDI support and AI chat bar Music Wee
 
Xbox’s latest Buy 1, Get 2 Free Sale has 100 games to choose from - TrueAchievements - Google Thu, 13 Aug 2026 15:58:46 GMT
  1. Xbox’s latest Buy 1, Get 2 Free Sale has 100 games to choose from TrueAchievements
  2. 20+ Xbox Games Are Reduced By 90-95% To Kick Off The New Month Pure Xbox
  3. 25+ Of The Best Discounted Games From Xbox's Four New Early August 2026 Sales Pure Xbox
 
The Painful Truth of Exactly How ICE’s New Shock Gloves Work - Wired Thu, 13 Aug 2026 15:57:12 GMT
ICE is spending millions on shock gloves designed to overpower subjects through intense, localized pain.
 
Apple is reportedly turning to publishers for help with Siri AI - Engadget Thu, 13 Aug 2026 15:53:53 GMT
Apple appears to be trying to secure access to new content and other information for Siri AI.
 
Spotify has roped the indie publisher Kobalt into its AI platform for covers and remixes - Engadget Thu, 13 Aug 2026 15:49:07 GMT
Spotify's forthcoming paid add-on lets fans generate content via "AI-powered creative tools."
 
The Biggest Xbox Game of the Fall Is Getting Its Own Limited-Edition Controller - IGN - Google Thu, 13 Aug 2026 15:48:40 GMT
  1. The Biggest Xbox Game of the Fall Is Getting Its Own Limited-Edition Controller IGN
  2. Prepare for Emergence Day with the Gears of War: E-Day Limited Edition XBOX Wireless Controllers XBOX Wire
  3. Xbox Reveals Special Edition Gears of War: E-Day Wireless Controller Design and Design Lab Elements TechPowerUp
  4. Xbox Unveils 'Gears of War: E-Day' Limited Edition Controllers Hypebeast
  5. The Gears Of War: E-Day Xbox Controller Is Microsoft’s Best In 2026 Forbes
 
Nvidia raises RTX Pro 6000 Blackwell price to a staggering $16,000 - TechSpot Thu, 13 Aug 2026 15:33:00 GMT

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

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Microsoft kills off unsuccessful AI features while merging its separate Copilot apps - techcrunch.com - Google Thu, 13 Aug 2026 15:30:52 GMT
  1. Microsoft kills off unsuccessful AI features while merging its separate Copilot apps techcrunch.com
  2. Microsoft starts merging its Copilot consumer and business apps in advance of 'Super App' rollout GeekWire
  3. Microsoft’s Clippy-like Mico character is no longer the face of Copilot The Verge
  4. Mico, Microsoft's Weird Lil' AI Guy, Has Been Demoted engadget.com
  5. Microsoft begins to merge consumer and enterprise Copilot apps in push for super app Fortune
 
The most popular GameCube emulator is no longer the only one - Engadget Thu, 13 Aug 2026 15:30:00 GMT
Everyone thinks of Dolphin for GameCube emulation, but what if there was another option? This newcomer emulator could be your next party night choice.
 
Official Pixel 11 wireless charger and stand drops to $35, all-time low - 9to5Google - Google Thu, 13 Aug 2026 15:24:00 GMT
  1. Official Pixel 11 wireless charger and stand drops to $35, all-time low 9to5Google
  2. The Google Pixelsnap Charger With Stand Is 50 Percent Off Right Now WIRED
  3. This Lightweight Google Pixelsnap Wireless Charger Is 50% Off Right Now Lifehacker
  4. This discounted Google Qi2 charger is the perfect way to charge your Pixel 10 Android Police
  5. If You’re Getting the Google Pixel 11, Grab the Pixelsnap Charger for 50% Off, Too CNET
 
DJI Mic Mini 2S Review: The Best Tiny Mic Now Offers A Pro Experience - engadget.com - Google Thu, 13 Aug 2026 15:22:06 GMT
  1. DJI Mic Mini 2S Review: The Best Tiny Mic Now Offers A Pro Experience engadget.com
  2. The Mic Mini 2S Adds Internal Recording to DJI’s Smallest Lav System PetaPixel
  3. DJI’s Mic Mini 2S targets unpredictable acoustics IBC.org
  4. DJI’s upgraded Mic Mini 2S is now available everywhere except the US. The Verge
  5. News & Reviews: DJI Mic Mini 2S Malaysia release date technave.com
 
The largest battery-electric plane ever made has flown for the first time - Engadget Thu, 13 Aug 2026 15:00:34 GMT
Heart Aerospace's X1 all-electric demonstrator flew for 27 minutes on just $5 of electricity.
 
Mattel Game Studios Launches With Hot Wheels, Uno Games in the Works - Variety - Google Thu, 13 Aug 2026 15:00:00 GMT
Mattel Game Studios Launches With Hot Wheels, Uno Games in the Works VarietySee more headlines & perspectives on Google News
 
Porsche Heard You: The Manual 911 Carrera S Is Back - Motor1.com - Google Thu, 13 Aug 2026 15:00:00 GMT
  1. Porsche Heard You: The Manual 911 Carrera S Is Back Motor1.com
  2. Porsche Is Bringing Back the Manual 911 Carrera S Robb Report
  3. Photos: See the 2027 Porsche 911 Carrera S with MT Package from Every Angle Road & Track
  4. Three pedals. Six speeds. Endless smiles. The manual 911 Carrera S returns to North America Porsche Newsroom
  5. The 2027 Porsche 911 Just Gave Enthusiasts Something to Get Really Excited About motortrend.com
 
Still Not Sold on Dawnwalker? Dev Presents 'Everything You Need to Know' About the Open World RPG - Push Square - Google Thu, 13 Aug 2026 15:00:00 GMT
  1. Still Not Sold on Dawnwalker? Dev Presents 'Everything You Need to Know' About the Open World RPG Push Square
  2. Rebel Wolves shows all there is to know about the content of its next game, The Blood of Dawnwalker news.instant-gaming.com
  3. New EA Sports FC 27 Mode Mocked Even Before Release ixbt.games
  4. The Blood of Dawnwalker's new trailer breaks down world, villain, and systems before September 3 launch gamingtrend.com
  5. The Blood of Dawnwalker looks like the real deal gamingnexus.com
 
JCB's hydrogen car Hydromax hits 406 mph record at Bonneville - TechSpot Thu, 13 Aug 2026 14:55:00 GMT

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

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Total War: Warhammer 3 Just Confirmed the Release Date for Its Biggest Piece of DLC in the Series 10-Year History - IGN - Google Thu, 13 Aug 2026 14:54:06 GMT
  1. Total War: Warhammer 3 Just Confirmed the Release Date for Its Biggest Piece of DLC in the Series 10-Year History IGN
  2. Four Lords of the End Times join Total War: Warhammer III Warhammer Community
  3. Total War: WARHAMMER III New DLC 'Thrones of Decay' Launches September 24 Inven Global
  4. Creative Assembly dives deep into Lords of the End Times – Release date revealed! OC3D
  5. Fan-favourite Warhammer villain Thanquol reveals his grand schemes ahead of Lords of the End Times DLC release Gamereactor UK
 
Apple in talks to pay publishers to provide Siri with current news: report - techcrunch.com - Google Thu, 13 Aug 2026 14:34:43 GMT
  1. Apple in talks to pay publishers to provide Siri with current news: report techcrunch.com
  2. Exclusive | Apple in Talks to Pay Publishers to Improve AI-Powered Siri WSJ
  3. Apple may start paying publishers to deliver news with Siri AI Nieman Lab
  4. Apple seeks publisher deals to improve Siri AI Mashable
  5. Apple to Reportedly Take Another Stab at Mixing AI and News. We Haven't Forgotten Last Time's Disaster Gizmodo
 
This mouse splits in half to become a presentation remote - TechSpot Thu, 13 Aug 2026 14:18:00 GMT

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

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Rivian's 2027 changes include its No. 1 most-requested feature - ArsTechnica Thu, 13 Aug 2026 14:00:57 GMT
Pricing hasn't changed, and now you can get captain's chairs for the R1S.
 
Sensor Tower: 89% of GTA6 preorders are for the $100 ultimate edition - GamesIndustry.biz - Google Thu, 13 Aug 2026 14:00:44 GMT
  1. Sensor Tower: 89% of GTA6 preorders are for the $100 ultimate edition GamesIndustry.biz
  2. ‘GTA 6’ Pre-Orders Reach ‘Unprecedented and Astonishing’ Level in June Quarter, Take-Two Interactive CEO Says Variety
  3. Take-Two touts 'unprecedented GTA VI pre-orders', but maintains bookings target Reuters
  4. GTA 6 Preorders Alone Could Pay For Production Budget – Expert GameSpot
  5. What’s In The $100 ‘GTA VI’ Ultimate Edition, Which Most Fans Are Buying Forbes
 
Rivian R1S, R1T See 2027 Updates, Including Second-Row Captain’s Chairs - CNET Thu, 13 Aug 2026 14:00:00 GMT
The changes to Rivian’s electric pickup and SUV are largely nominal, but a new seating configuration and wheel option stand out.
 
Samsung’s $1,900 Z Fold 8 is still vulnerable to pocket lint - The Verge - Google Thu, 13 Aug 2026 14:00:00 GMT
  1. Samsung’s $1,900 Z Fold 8 is still vulnerable to pocket lint The Verge
  2. Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra review: the top dog of folding Androids The Guardian
  3. [Galaxy Unpacked July 2026] One City, Three Perspectives: Capturing London With Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra, Galaxy Z Fold8, and Galaxy Z Flip8 samsung.com
  4. iFixit's Galaxy Z Fold8 Teardown is a Preview of Apple's Foldable Challenges MacRumors
  5. I used the Galaxy Fold 8 for three weeks: Here are 5 things I would change PhoneArena
 
Anthropic could be worth $2 trillion when it goes public - ArsTechnica Thu, 13 Aug 2026 13:58:56 GMT
Rapid revenue growth fuels hope Claude maker's IPO is the biggest listing in history
 
Microsoft is killing off SMS login codes, citing AI-powered hacking - TechSpot Thu, 13 Aug 2026 13:49:00 GMT

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

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We've flown a radiation-blocking vest to the Moon and back, and it worked - ArsTechnica Thu, 13 Aug 2026 13:48:55 GMT
Let's shield the astronauts instead of the spacecraft.
 
Why This Prediction Market Banned Teens - Wired Thu, 13 Aug 2026 13:30:00 GMT
Jacob Fortinsky, the CEO and cofounder of the new prediction market Novig, says his outfit isn’t like those other markets. You know the ones.
 
How To Convert Or Upscale A Photo - Engadget Thu, 13 Aug 2026 13:30:00 GMT
Get familiar with easy methods to elevate your photos and make them look crisp, clean, and visually appealing without diving into complicated software.
 
DJI Mic Mini 2S review: The best tiny mic now offers a pro experience - Engadget Thu, 13 Aug 2026 13:30:00 GMT
DJI's Mic Mini 2S offers high-quality audio and ease of use, and it's now better for pros due to the new internal 32-bit float recording.
 
The memory crisis is killing off sub-$100 smartphones as US sales plunge 64% - TechSpot Thu, 13 Aug 2026 13:23:00 GMT

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

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GeForce NOW On Linux Native App Exits Beta - phoronix.com - Google Thu, 13 Aug 2026 13:21:00 GMT
  1. GeForce NOW On Linux Native App Exits Beta phoronix.com
  2. GeForce NOW Shakes Up August With 26 New Games NVIDIA Blog
  3. NVIDIA GeForce NOW for Linux Officially Arrives TechPowerUp
  4. NVIDIA GeForce NOW is high-end gaming everywhere without a headache [Video] 9to5Google
  5. GeForce Now adds nine more games this week KitGuru
 
'Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave' preview: Anime chess is back with a vengeance - Mashable - Google Thu, 13 Aug 2026 13:03:06 GMT
  1. 'Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave' preview: Anime chess is back with a vengeance Mashable
  2. Nintendo’s next Fire Emblem has a bold new structure The Verge
  3. After 14 years, Nintendo Might Finally Break the Fire Emblem Curse with Fortune's Weave Polygon.com
  4. Switch 2 Mouse Controls Get Weird in ‘Fire Emblem: Fortune’s Weave’ Gizmodo
  5. 5 New Things I Love in Fire Emblem: Fortune’s Weave (And 1 Thing I Don’t) IGN
 
Phantom Blade Zero PC Specs Stay Modest, yet an RTX 5080 is the Price of Full Path Tracing at 4K@60FPS - Wccftech - Google Thu, 13 Aug 2026 13:01:00 GMT
  1. Phantom Blade Zero PC Specs Stay Modest, yet an RTX 5080 is the Price of Full Path Tracing at 4K@60FPS Wccftech
  2. Watch the Phantom Blade Zero gameplay deep dive State of Play on August 17, pre-orders live today PlayStation.Blog
  3. Phantom Blade Zero: How Donnie Yen Is Pushing Action Games to New Heights IGN
  4. New Phantom Blade Zero Trailer Reveals Donnie Yen And An Upcoming State of Play Game Informer
  5. Chinese Games on a Roll: Phantom Blade Zero Hits #1 on Steam in One Day, Wukong Sales Surge with Discount Inven Global
 
Cargo thieves are staging car crashes to steal AI data center hardware - TechSpot Thu, 13 Aug 2026 13:01:00 GMT

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

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There's a New Indie Publisher, and It's Bringing All Its Games to PS5 - Push Square - Google Thu, 13 Aug 2026 13:00:00 GMT
  1. There's a New Indie Publisher, and It's Bringing All Its Games to PS5 Push Square
  2. Kinetic Publishing Showcase recap: 5 new indie games coming to PS5 PlayStation.Blog
  3. The next big indie game publisher is taking some exciting swings The Verge
  4. Kinetic Publishing Showcase Recap: Every Reveal, Including the New Sam Barlow Game XBOX Wire
  5. Roundup: All The Xbox Reveals From The Kinetic Publishing Showcase 2026 Pure Xbox
 
After this week's Elder Scrolls 6 tease, fans think they've figured out its full name - and it was hidden in Starfield all along - Eurogamer.net - Google Thu, 13 Aug 2026 12:57:59 GMT
  1. After this week's Elder Scrolls 6 tease, fans think they've figured out its full name - and it was hidden in Starfield all along Eurogamer.net
  2. 'One flag for each laid off dev:' Union workers stage unmissable protest for Xbox boss Asha Sharma Game Developer
  3. Fans Try To Decipher The Elder Scrolls VI’s Censored Subtitle Forbes
  4. Bethsoft devs roast Microsoft with a giant inflatable rat as unions plan huge rallies next week Massively Overpowered
  5. Elder Scrolls 6: Full game title may have just been confirmed Notebookcheck
 
'iPhone Ultra' Could Face Staggered Market Rollout, US Only at Launch - MacRumors - Google Thu, 13 Aug 2026 12:56:51 GMT
  1. 'iPhone Ultra' Could Face Staggered Market Rollout, US Only at Launch MacRumors
  2. EXCLUSIVE: Apple To Show iPhone Fold But Won’t Ship, Australia Faces Months-Long Wait channelnews.com.au
  3. Shoppers Outside the US May Have to Wait Longer for the Folding iPhone, Report Suggests CNET
  4. Apple's iPhone Ultra might have a staggered, country-by-country rollout Mashable
  5. 'Everyone' at Apple Apparently Calls Foldable 'iPhone Ultra' MacRumors
 
HallPass says its embarrassing AI-generated candy typos were intentional rage bait - TechSpot Thu, 13 Aug 2026 12:29:00 GMT

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

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Surprise, surprise: CBP officers are misusing surveillance tech - Engadget Thu, 13 Aug 2026 12:14:57 GMT
Officers allegedly abused databases that can draw from sources like license plate readers and facial recognition.
 
Ninja Just Launched Its First Water Filter. Here’s What It Does That Others Don’t - CNET Thu, 13 Aug 2026 12:05:49 GMT
I’ve tested over 10 water filter systems. Ninja’s $200 offering does a few things they don’t.
 
The Best Samsung Galaxy S26 Cases (2026): S26, S26+, and S26 Ultra - Wired Thu, 13 Aug 2026 12:05:00 GMT
Protect your Samsung phone with these cases and screen protectors.
 
Over 1,500 games on GOG are missing updates, DLC, and features available elsewhere - TechSpot Thu, 13 Aug 2026 11:58:00 GMT

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

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The Pixel Watch 5 no longer ships with a carcinogenic band, and the Apple Watch must follow - Android Police - Google Thu, 13 Aug 2026 11:31:16 GMT
  1. The Pixel Watch 5 no longer ships with a carcinogenic band, and the Apple Watch must follow Android Police
  2. Pixel Watch 5: Proactive assistance and advanced health tracking on your wrist blog.google
  3. Google’s Wearables Will Track Insulin Resistance in Category First Bloomberg.com
  4. Pixel Watch 5 vs. Galaxy Watch 9: Comparing Google and Samsung’s New Watches CNET
  5. Google’s Pixel Watch 5 Can Now Detect Breathing Emergencies WIRED
 
Twitch finally lets you opt out of AI training, years after it started - TechSpot Thu, 13 Aug 2026 11:15:00 GMT

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

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Claude's new Scarlet Letter watermark is invisible—for now - ArsTechnica Thu, 13 Aug 2026 11:10:18 GMT
The mark flags anything Claude processed, even human writing it only edited.
 
Pokémon Pokopia Fetching Scales For Feebas Event Guide, From Prism Scales To Milotic - Nintendo Life - Google Thu, 13 Aug 2026 11:08:50 GMT
  1. Pokémon Pokopia Fetching Scales For Feebas Event Guide, From Prism Scales To Milotic Nintendo Life
  2. Join the Fetching Scales for Feebas event in Pokémon Pokopia Nintendo
  3. More Spores for Hoppip in Pokémon Pokopia: Dates, Pokémon, and Items Vandal
  4. Pokémon Pokopia Fetching Scales for Feebas event Eurogamer.net
  5. Milotic Guide - How to Make Marine Leisure Activities Habitat, Specialties, Favorites IGN
 
The Google Pixelsnap Charger With Stand Is 50 Percent Off Right Now - Wired Thu, 13 Aug 2026 11:00:00 GMT
Speedy Qi2 wireless charging in a magnetic puck and stand combo makes Google’s Pixelsnap well worth grabbing at half price.
 
Twitch feeds your streams to Amazon's AI unless you tell it to stop - The Register - Google Thu, 13 Aug 2026 10:32:00 GMT
  1. Twitch feeds your streams to Amazon's AI unless you tell it to stop The Register
  2. ‘Slap to the face’: Twitch creators respond to platform policy on Gen AI content NBC News
  3. Twitch is using your content to train Amazon's AI. Here's how to opt out. Mashable
  4. Twitch faces backlash over Amazon using content to train AI BBC
  5. Amazon will train on Twitch streamers’ content by default, unless they opt out techcrunch.com
 
In a Heat Wave, Schizophrenia Is So Much Deadlier Than Any Other Medical Condition - Wired Thu, 13 Aug 2026 10:16:33 GMT
People with schizophrenia face a perfect storm of dangers on a hotter planet.
 
4GB vs. 8GB VRAM: The 1080p Benchmark - TechSpot Thu, 13 Aug 2026 10:14:00 GMT
AMD is launching a 4GB GPU in 2026, so we revisited the Radeon RX 6500 XT to see how 4GB and 8GB versions compare in modern games. The results are predictably ugly.
 
'We Aren't Shying Away From It': Space Marine 2 Maker Saber Interactive Confirms It Will an Add AI Label to Rideshare Stimulator on Steam Following Controversy - IGN - Google Thu, 13 Aug 2026 10:01:35 GMT
  1. 'We Aren't Shying Away From It': Space Marine 2 Maker Saber Interactive Confirms It Will an Add AI Label to Rideshare Stimulator on Steam Following Controversy IGN
  2. Saber Interactive denies replacing writer with ChatGPT on its new driving game, but says it will use AI for dialog 'as the number of passengers in the game is infinite' PC Gamer
  3. Game Dev CEO Accused of Replacing Writers With AI is Now Completely Crashing Out Yahoo Tech
  4. 'Space Marine 2' Maker Saying It Isn't 'Shying Away' From AI After Controversy Polygon.com
  5. Saber Interactive CEO responds to claims that a writer was replaced with AI GamesIndustry.biz
 
5 Best Android Tablets in 2026: Samsung, TCL, Amazon, and More - Wired Thu, 13 Aug 2026 10:00:00 GMT
Whether you need a portable, around-the-house entertainment center or a full-on laptop replacement, these are the best Android tablets.
 
New Twitch Feature Uses Channel Content to Train AI Without Asking Permission - CNET Thu, 13 Aug 2026 09:59:51 GMT
Twitch channels are quietly being used to train Amazon’s AI models. Here’s how creators can opt out.
 
The 10 Best Cooling Mattresses for Hot Sleepers (2026) - Wired Thu, 13 Aug 2026 09:35:00 GMT
Nothing ruins a great night of sleep faster than getting too hot. We slept on a myriad of cooling mattresses to find which ones drew the heat away best.
 
CBP Workers Allegedly Used Government Databases to Spy on Exes, Crushes, and Colleagues - Wired Thu, 13 Aug 2026 09:30:00 GMT
Records obtained by WIRED detail hundreds of allegations of Customs and Border Protection workers misusing internal tools to look up romantic interests and track colleagues’ cell phones.
 
Come for the Cottage in ‘Heated Rivalry.’ Stay for Everything Else. - The New York Times - Google Thu, 13 Aug 2026 09:00:49 GMT
Come for the Cottage in ‘Heated Rivalry.’ Stay for Everything Else. The New York Times
 
There’s a Fatty Liver Epidemic. AI Could Help Get Ahead of It - Wired Thu, 13 Aug 2026 09:00:00 GMT
Over a billion people worldwide have livers with excess fat, which can lead to a host of medical problems. Researchers think AI tools can spot the condition—and help stop it—early enough to save lives.
 
Apple's 2026 Back to School Offer is Now Live Across Europe - MacRumors - Google Thu, 13 Aug 2026 08:42:12 GMT
  1. Apple's 2026 Back to School Offer is Now Live Across Europe MacRumors
  2. Apple Back to School 2026: Free gift card offer extended through Sept. 24 Mashable
  3. Save on MacBooks, iPads, AirPods and Apple Watches with Apple back-to-school deals CNN
  4. Apple extends 2026 Back to School deals on Macs and iPads until September 24 9to5Mac
  5. Back to School: What Apple is giving students this year heise.de
 
10th Anniversary Celebration: Guaranteed Hundo Mewtwo Timed Research - Pokémon GO Hub - Google Thu, 13 Aug 2026 05:38:55 GMT
  1. 10th Anniversary Celebration: Guaranteed Hundo Mewtwo Timed Research Pokémon GO Hub
  2. Every Trainer can celebrate 10 years of Pokémon GO with a special Mewtwo! Pokémon GO
  3. Log Into Pokémon Go Right Now and You Can Claim an Absurdly Generous One-Off Prize IGN
  4. Pokémon Go is giving everyone a perfect Mewtwo to compensate for Time Square stunt Polygon.com
  5. A decade of Pokémon Go: how nostalgia and community keep the game alive The Conversation
 
Bose Promo Code: 40% Off for August 2026 - Wired Thu, 13 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Get at least 40% off headphones, speakers, soundbars, and other audio products from Bose.
 
Jabra Promo Codes: 30% Off Headphones, Headsets & More - Wired Thu, 13 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Unlock significant savings on Jabra headphones, headsets, and speakers with our verified promo codes, exclusive coupons, and limited-time deals.
 
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Shark makes some seriously powerful vacuums, from handheld vacs to steam mops. Don’t miss $100 off, 10% off, and more limited-time coupons from WIRED.
 
Herman Miller Promo Codes: 40% Off August 2026 - Wired Thu, 13 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Whether you’re looking for a Herman Miller promo code or discounts in their sale, here is how to save on the world's best ergonomic office furniture in August 2026.
 
Alo Discount Code: 20% Off August 2026 - Wired Thu, 13 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Refresh your workout wardrobe. Save on buttery-soft leggings, chic streetwear, and activewear essentials with verified Alo Yoga discount codes, free shipping, and loyalty program perks.
 
Braun Promo Codes: 15% Off August - Wired Thu, 13 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Unlock exclusive savings on Braun IPL, shavers, and grooming products. Find verified Braun promo codes and expert tips to maximize your discounts.
 
Visible Promo Codes and Coupons for August 2026 - Wired Thu, 13 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Find great deals and promo codes for Visible at WIRED and save big, whether you're a long-time customer or a newbie.
 
HostGator Coupon Codes: 76% Off Hosting in August 2026 - Wired Thu, 13 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Unlock massive savings on HostGator web hosting, WordPress, VPS, and business email plans with our exclusive HostGator promo codes and deals.
 
Castlery Promo Codes: 15% Off for August 2026 - Wired Thu, 13 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
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Naturepedic Promo Codes: Get 20% Off Plus Free Pillows - Wired Thu, 13 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
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Factor Promo Code: 50% Off Off Meal Prep - Wired Thu, 13 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Make meal prep easier for any dietary need while enjoying great savings with our hand-picked Factor discount codes this August.
 
Priceline Promo Codes & Coupons: 10% Off August 2026 - Wired Thu, 13 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Unlock massive discounts on Priceline hotels, flights, and rental cars. Find verified Priceline coupon codes and deals for Express Deals, student discounts, and more.
 
Researchers uncover hidden pore network within nuclear fuel - MIT Thu, 13 Aug 2026 04:00:00 GMT
New understanding of how nuclear fuel breaks down and changes in an operating nuclear reactor could help keep some reactors running longer, will inform the next generation of nuclear reactor fuel systems.
 
My Favorite Things from Made by Google 2026 - CNET Thu, 13 Aug 2026 01:21:33 GMT
Google announced everything before its actual live event, but there were still plenty of interesting things at the company’s Pixel announce event.
 
Pixel 11 vs. Pixel 11 Pro vs. Pixel 11 Pro XL: Google’s Latest Phones Compared - CNET Thu, 13 Aug 2026 00:23:39 GMT
The starting price for the Pixel 11 is $899, the 11 Pro is $1,099, and the 11 Pro XL is $1,299. Which one do you get? Here’s our Pixel buying guide.
 
Could a Shirt Fool Facial Recognition? The Answer Is Complicated - CNET Wed, 12 Aug 2026 23:06:14 GMT
At Defcon, a strange-looking print pushed a researcher below an AI camera’s detection threshold. Now its creator is putting patterns like it on shirts and hoodies, even though worn clothing remains the big unproven test.
 
The Best Photos of the Big August Solar Eclipse - Wired Wed, 12 Aug 2026 22:47:30 GMT
It’s been a century since the Iberian Peninsula has been in the full shadow of the moon. Here’s what it looked like in the path of totality.
 
Apple Faces Lawsuit Over iCloud Private Relay Vulnerability - CNET Wed, 12 Aug 2026 22:32:44 GMT
The firm behind a $250 million Apple settlement is suing the company again, alleging it misrepresented a key security feature.
 
Toddler's tragic death from brain-destroying amoeba offers lessons for doctors - ArsTechnica Wed, 12 Aug 2026 22:31:19 GMT
Boy's unusual symptoms could help identify the next case sooner.
 
SpaceXAI Joins the AI Agent Game With Grok Bot - CNET Wed, 12 Aug 2026 22:23:24 GMT
SpaceXAI says new AI agents can work alongside each other and even have their own AI manager.
 
The web’s newest weapon against AI scrapers is a font - ArsTechnica Wed, 12 Aug 2026 22:02:25 GMT
“ShieldFont” aims to poison AI training data without making pages unreadable for people.
 
Terabytes of credentials leaked in massive supply-chain attack - ArsTechnica Wed, 12 Aug 2026 21:43:21 GMT
The data was scraped and exfiltrated from 2,500 users of a compromised AI package.
 
It’s Not Just RAM: Windows Licenses Are Also Pushing Up PC Prices - CNET Wed, 12 Aug 2026 21:40:18 GMT
Reports suggest the price of Windows 11 is going up for PC makers. Microsoft is staying mum on the situation.
 
Google unveils Pixel 11 series featuring Tensor G6 SoC, Titan M3 security chip, and Android 17, starting at $899 - TechSpot Wed, 12 Aug 2026 21:37:00 GMT

The base Pixel 11 gets a 6.3-inch Full HD+ AMOLED display with up to 120Hz adaptive refresh, up to 3,000 nits of peak brightness, and Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2 on top. Inside, it packs 12GB of LPDDR5X RAM, up to 512GB of storage, and a 4,985mAh battery with 30W...

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PS Plus Is Loaded With Great Games for August, Including Helldivers 2, Hell Is Us, Kingdom Come 2 - CNET Wed, 12 Aug 2026 21:27:23 GMT
From zombie survival to medieval RPGs, there’s a lot worth downloading this month.
 
Have physicists finally discovered glueballs? New evidence points to yes. - ArsTechnica Wed, 12 Aug 2026 21:13:39 GMT
“It’s the strongest evidence yet that particles dominated by a glueball component can exist in nature.”
 
Twitch content has trained Amazon AI for years, but users can opt out now - ArsTechnica Wed, 12 Aug 2026 21:00:30 GMT
Streaming platform says user-generated content "may be used for future Gen AI model improvements."
 
The White House Is Going to Expand Its AI Policy - Wired Wed, 12 Aug 2026 21:00:00 GMT
Open models may soon be added to an updated AI framework, sources tell WIRED, as the White House continues to grapple with how to regulate a technology it has tried not to regulate.
 
Northrop’s robot space mechanic is a new way to keep satellites at work longer - techcrunch.com - Google Wed, 12 Aug 2026 20:53:41 GMT
  1. Northrop’s robot space mechanic is a new way to keep satellites at work longer techcrunch.com
  2. Satellite Life-extension Service Showcased Inside Outer Space
  3. Northrop Grumman expands orbital servicing with robotic systems for aging satellites Межа. Новини України.
  4. NGC Continues In-Space Industry Leadership with 2nd Mission Extension Vehicle Undocking ASDNews
  5. Optus Completes First Part of Project Aurora Via Satellite
 
Featured video: An “MIT story” about an iconic professor - MIT Wed, 12 Aug 2026 20:25:00 GMT
A new short film from MIT Open Learning explores the influential career of Institute Professor and School of Engineering Dean Paula Hammond.
 
Trump sued over "brazen" scheme to sell Truth Social API access for $100K a month - ArsTechnica Wed, 12 Aug 2026 20:20:52 GMT
With Truth API, Trump is "selling priority access to news he himself generates."
 
MIT selected to lead new NSF materials research center - MIT Wed, 12 Aug 2026 20:15:00 GMT
The Materials Research Science and Engineering Center unites researchers across disciplines to develop technologies for medical imaging, sustainable metals production, and next-generation electronics.
 
The Best Way to Avoid Diarrhea Lettuce? This Indoor Garden - Wired Wed, 12 Aug 2026 20:14:30 GMT
Lettuce Grow, one of my favorite indoor gardens, lets you cultivate your own salad greens safely, right in your living room. And it’s 20 percent off right now.
 
US boosts drone surveillance as flesh-eating screwworms spread in Texas - ArsTechnica Wed, 12 Aug 2026 19:40:46 GMT
Hundreds of Homeland Security drones retasked to survey wildlife and livestock.
 
The Gender War Over ‘Obsession’ Has Come for Theme Parks - Wired Wed, 12 Aug 2026 19:05:29 GMT
Debate over the true villain in Obsession is raging again after Universal Studios announced the movie’s female lead will be featured at an upcoming Halloween event.
 
Rogue AI Agents Aren’t Evil. They’re Just Eager to Please - Wired Wed, 12 Aug 2026 18:45:00 GMT
AI agents that break free and hack into other systems are only trying to make us happy.
 
AMD's TPM implementation includes two high-severity flaws, but fixes have been available since May - TechSpot Wed, 12 Aug 2026 18:31:00 GMT

Researchers working with the Trusted Computing Group recently identified a potential security issue in AMD's TPM code, prompting the company to release new motherboard and firmware updates to address the vulnerability. The update process was not exactly swift, however, as the fixed TPM code had already been available for months....

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Amazon Will Soon Be Out Of The MMO Business Entirely - GameSpot - Google Wed, 12 Aug 2026 18:13:40 GMT
  1. Amazon Will Soon Be Out Of The MMO Business Entirely GameSpot
  2. An Update on Lost Ark in the West Lost Ark
  3. Amazon Is Severing Ties With Two Other MMOs engadget.com
  4. Amazon gets out of the MMO game The Verge
  5. NC to End 'Throne & Liberty' Publishing Agreement with Amazon Games Early, Effective February 2027 Inven Global
 
Google to build three new subsea cables connecting Chile, Panama, and the Caribbean - TechSpot Wed, 12 Aug 2026 17:47:00 GMT

One of the new systems, Alisios, will connect the Dominican Republic, Panama, and Chile. The route will link Panama and Chile on the Pacific side while also connecting Panama with the Dominican Republic in the Caribbean.

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ShareX is a powerful screenshot tool that can do a lot more - TechSpot Wed, 12 Aug 2026 17:35:00 GMT
ShareX combines screenshots, screen recording, GIF creation, annotation, and file sharing in one highly customizable app. It's lightweight and packed with useful shortcuts. ShareX is Windows-only, but you can find more great alternatives in our recently updated Essential Apps feature.
 
Google's $29 Pixel Tag helps you keep track of your valuables - TechSpot Wed, 12 Aug 2026 16:50:00 GMT

The Pixel Tag is compatible with devices running Android 9 or newer. To pair, simply remove the battery pull tab, position the Pixel Tag near your device, and follow the on-screen instructions. During setup, you will be able to create a custom name for your tracker or choose one from...

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How to use a vocal remover to strip vocals from any song for free - TechSpot Wed, 12 Aug 2026 16:23:00 GMT

Removing vocals from a song used to be the sort of job that required audio expertise, specialist software, and a lot of patience. For those of us who aren't professional sound technicians, separating a finished track into individual parts can be more than frustrating.

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PlayStation Plus confirms 10 more free games for August in bumper drop - GAMINGbible - Google Wed, 12 Aug 2026 16:14:16 GMT
  1. PlayStation Plus confirms 10 more free games for August in bumper drop GAMINGbible
  2. PlayStation Plus Game Catalog for August: Helldivers 2, Kingdom Come Deliverance II, Vampire Survivors, Hell is Us and more PlayStation.Blog
  3. PS Plus Is Loaded With Great Games for August, Including Helldivers 2, Hell Is Us, Kingdom Come 2 CNET
  4. Helldivers 2: Devoid of Liberty – Meet the SEAF Squad Assembled to Take on The Illuminate XBOX Wire
  5. Huge Helldivers 2 Patch Adds New Illuminate Enemies, a New Biome 'Full of Fresh Horrors,' a Level Cap Increase and Much More IGN
 
Scientists found a way to generate quantum entanglement using sunlight, not lasers - TechSpot Wed, 12 Aug 2026 15:42:00 GMT

The research, which was published in Optica, does not suggest that sunlight can replace laser-based quantum sources. Those systems remain more precise and produce stronger results. But the study shows that the light used to create entangled photons does not necessarily have to come from a laser, challenging the long-standing...

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After Microsoft threatened legal action, a security researcher publishes a new Windows zero-day bug - techcrunch.com - Google Wed, 12 Aug 2026 15:18:55 GMT
  1. After Microsoft threatened legal action, a security researcher publishes a new Windows zero-day bug techcrunch.com
  2. Microsoft-vendetta hacker has a new zero day that gives system privileges on fully patched Windows The Register
  3. Microsoft's nemesis drops new zero-day privilege escalation vulnerability — attack grants system-level privileges, but it could already be patched Tom's Hardware
  4. Nightmare Eclipse Drops Windows Zero-Day Exploit ‘ShieldBreak’ SecurityWeek
  5. Disgruntled Researcher Discloses New Zero-Day in Windows Antivirus PCMag
 
Astronomers discover a brand-new type of astrophysical object: A black hole star - MIT Wed, 12 Aug 2026 15:00:00 GMT
The mashup of a black hole and an enormous star has never been seen before and could explain the mysterious little red dots often found in deep-space images.
 
NYC could force Amazon and FedEx to directly employ its delivery drivers - TechSpot Wed, 12 Aug 2026 14:54:00 GMT

Proponents of the Delivery Protection Act claim that it will offer major benefits to e-commerce employees working for companies like Amazon, FedEx, DHL, FreshDirect, and DoorDash. These include higher wages, better work hours, safer working conditions, improved healthcare benefits, and more paid time off, especially in cases of injuries while...

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Modders give the Steam Machine a Radeon eGPU and water cooling, because why not - TechSpot Wed, 12 Aug 2026 14:23:00 GMT

Two recent modding projects aim to substantially boost the Steam Machine's performance. One modder discovered a roundabout method of adding external graphics, while another built a water block from scratch to achieve dramatically lower temperatures.

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Google’s Pixel Watch 5 Can Now Detect Breathing Emergencies - Wired Wed, 12 Aug 2026 14:07:59 GMT
The company is also adding blood pressure and insulin resistance trends as proactive monitoring tools in the Google Health app.
 
Google Pixel 11 Series, Pixel Watch 5, Pixel Tag: Specs, Features, Price, Release Date - Wired Wed, 12 Aug 2026 14:00:00 GMT
The Pixel 11 smartphone lineup is here, alongside the Pixel Watch 5 and the all-new Pixel Tag.
 
4 New Camera Tricks on Google’s Latest Pixel 11 Smartphones - Wired Wed, 12 Aug 2026 14:00:00 GMT
From Magic Capture and Instant Night Sight to a built-in teleprompter, here’s a look at a few camera features on Google’s new Pixel 11 series.
 
The "Godmother of AI" says the biggest AI risk in schools isn't cheating – it's students losing the desire to learn - TechSpot Wed, 12 Aug 2026 13:58:00 GMT

Speaking on an episode of the science podcast Huberman Lab this week, Li talked about the fears around how students are using AI.

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Chrome's new security feature could make stolen session cookies virtually useless - TechSpot Wed, 12 Aug 2026 13:33:00 GMT

The change targets a common method of account takeover. Attackers who obtain a browser session cookie can sometimes load it into another browser and gain access to an account without entering the victim's password or completing two-factor authentication. Device-bound session credentials are designed to stop that by requiring proof that...

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A four-year-old budget CPU is outselling AMD's best gaming chip in some markets - TechSpot Wed, 12 Aug 2026 13:06:00 GMT

AMD's senior marketing director, Sasa Marinkovic, recently shared a snapshot of the 30 top-selling CPUs on Amazon. The company occupied all but four spots, including the entire top 10. It's a deserved flex, as Intel has yet to meaningfully respond to AMD's last three generations of desktop processors. However, Marinkovic...

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Tesla knew some of its headlights were twice as bright as legally allowed, now it's recalling 20,000 vehicles - TechSpot Wed, 12 Aug 2026 12:38:00 GMT

The affected vehicles consists of 1,614 Model 3 sedans built between July 24, 2017, and December 2, 2023, and 18,735 Model Y crossovers manufactured between February 11, 2020, and December 24, 2023.

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Honor’s Robot Phone Has a Gimbal-Powered Camera for Vloggers - Wired Wed, 12 Aug 2026 12:30:00 GMT
Honor’s new China-exclusive Android phone features a pop-out motorized gimbal camera designed to replace your action cam.
 
This Coin-Sized Device Can Hack a Boeing 737 - Wired Wed, 12 Aug 2026 12:00:00 GMT
Security researchers found that in less than 60 seconds, they could open a hatch on a plane’s exterior, plug in a tiny device, and redirect the aircraft’s autopilot or sabotage its flight plan.
 
How to Select the Office Chair That’s Right For You - Wired Wed, 12 Aug 2026 11:32:00 GMT
Not all office chairs are right for all people. I asked an ergonomist how to select the right office chair for your budget, height, and physique.
 
Ego 1300 Electric Mower Review: Tame Your Lawn Without Gas - Wired Wed, 12 Aug 2026 11:00:00 GMT
Ego’s newest, biggest, self-propelled mower handles larger yards in less time with impressive performance and battery life.
 
The Job-Interview Tattoo Guy Everyone Got Mad at Finally Explains Himself - Wired Wed, 12 Aug 2026 10:45:00 GMT
LemonLime cofounder Jordan Zietz hears your criticism loud and clear. That’s why he got his startup’s logo tattooed on his shoulder.
 
Met Warehouse opens as the new home of MIT’s School of Architecture and Planning - MIT Wed, 12 Aug 2026 10:00:00 GMT
In a feat of adaptive reuse, a massive, century-old brick storage facility has been turned into a contemporary hub for collaboration and creative work.
 
How to design a space habitat that supports its residents’ mental health - MIT Wed, 12 Aug 2026 09:00:00 GMT
A new online platform helps engineers look beyond survival mode when designing habitats for extreme living conditions.
 
3 Questions: MIT Sloan launches Evening MBA - MIT Tue, 11 Aug 2026 17:40:00 GMT
Dean Richard Locke discusses a new program that expands access for working professionals while deepening connections to Greater Boston’s innovation economy.
 
The mystery of the Chinese tea chest label - MIT Tue, 11 Aug 2026 16:30:00 GMT
MIT historian Tristan Brown uncovers the true origins of an artifact once thought to be a relic of the Boston Tea Party.
 
With a feel for physics, AI models simulate a wider range of real-world scenarios - MIT Mon, 10 Aug 2026 19:25:00 GMT
“GeoPT” helps AI models understand the basics of physics so they can simulate how objects respond to things like wind and water more efficiently and accurately.
 
High-orbit satellites could light the way for travel to the moon - MIT Mon, 10 Aug 2026 18:10:00 GMT
Acting as cooperative optical beacons, the satellites could provide GPS-like navigation and communications support for spacecraft operating across cislunar space.
 
MIT researchers tackle the economic realities of fusion power - MIT Mon, 10 Aug 2026 04:00:00 GMT
Their new study aims to give budding industry a framework for understanding how fusion can be profitable.
 
Physicists watch a material’s electrons assemble, and reassemble, into coexisting phases - MIT Fri, 07 Aug 2026 09:00:00 GMT
The study could help scientists understand how superconductivity and other more complex phenomena emerge in quantum materials.
 
Akirah Bradley-Armstrong named vice chancellor for student life - MIT Thu, 06 Aug 2026 20:55:00 GMT
An experienced student affairs leader is joining MIT to oversee the next chapter for the Division of Student Life.
 
A new way to watch heat move through electronics - MIT Thu, 06 Aug 2026 04:00:00 GMT
MIT researchers can now precisely measure how heat moves through multilayered materials like computer chips.
 
Then and now: How MIT Lincoln Laboratory has served as a driving force in national security innovation - MIT Wed, 05 Aug 2026 18:10:00 GMT
Members of the laboratory community reflect on technology impacts that shaped the United States and the world over the past 75 years.
 
Researchers make air-stable, ultrathin superconductors, for more scalable quantum devices - MIT Wed, 05 Aug 2026 15:00:00 GMT
A new technique produces wafer-scale samples, overcoming a major roadblock to using these materials in quantum technologies.
 
Scientists unveil more than 600 new tissue models of human cancer - MIT Wed, 05 Aug 2026 15:00:00 GMT
Derived from patient tumor samples and available to researchers around the world, the cells will aid the development of new cancer treatments.
 
These 3D-printed objects can tell you if they’re being used properly - MIT Wed, 05 Aug 2026 04:00:00 GMT
The “ShiftLens” design and fabrication system creates objects that change their surface appearance based on user interactions, without any electronics.
 
Past is prologue for geopolitical developments - MIT Tue, 04 Aug 2026 20:25:00 GMT
DUSP Associate Professor Jason Jackson’s latest book compares how two countries chose radically different paths to economic independence.
 
Reframing leadership as a design problem - MIT Tue, 04 Aug 2026 20:00:00 GMT
Nicholas de Monchaux reflects on guiding the MIT Department of Architecture through a period of dramatic change for the profession.
 
Solving the solvent problem - MIT Tue, 04 Aug 2026 18:50:00 GMT
By focusing on electrolytes, MIT scientists are making sodium-metal batteries a more practical energy storage option.
 
The benefits of medical AI assistance vary based on user expertise - MIT Tue, 04 Aug 2026 09:00:00 GMT
Study finds non-experts deferred to LLM-based diagnostic assistance, even when it was wrong, while clinicians caught AI errors.
 
Equifax Customers Can Claim Part of a $2.2M Class Action Settlement This Month - CNET Mon, 03 Aug 2026 23:01:47 GMT
If you were one of the 37,000 affected customers, you have until Sept. 1 to file your claim.
 
Alexander Rakhlin named director of the MIT Statistics and Data Science Center - MIT Mon, 03 Aug 2026 19:50:00 GMT
An expert in machine learning, statistics, and computation, Rakhlin succeeds Professor Ankur Moitra.
 
Connecting students with the future of microelectronics - MIT Mon, 03 Aug 2026 17:30:00 GMT
The 2026 NEMC Hub-sponsored externship gave students access to world-class research, advanced semiconductor manufacturing, and professionals driving innovation across the Northeast.
 
Turning molecules into reliable electronic devices - MIT Mon, 03 Aug 2026 09:00:00 GMT
A new fabrication platform integrates molecules into electronic devices, opening the door to emerging computing technologies.
 
Using reason, again and again - MIT Sun, 02 Aug 2026 04:00:00 GMT
Philosopher Brian Hedden studies decision-making over time — and recently chose to return to alma mater MIT, where he is now connecting ethics and computing.
 
Building energy security through more sustainable batteries - MIT Fri, 31 Jul 2026 04:00:00 GMT
PhD student Hugh Smith works to develop sodium-ion batteries, whose components are more abundant and accessible than those of conventional lithium-ion technology.
 
Daniela Rus receives Bavarian Minister-President's High-Tech Prize - MIT Thu, 30 Jul 2026 21:00:00 GMT
Director of CSAIL and MIT professor honored for her contributions to robotics, artificial intelligence, and autonomous systems.
 
Connecting research to policy on Capitol Hill - MIT Thu, 30 Jul 2026 20:35:00 GMT
MIT students and postdocs discussed science funding and research with policymakers in Washington during the MIT Science Policy Initiative’s annual Congressional Visit Days.
 
Why some nitrogen-processing enzymes are more efficient than others - MIT Thu, 30 Jul 2026 15:00:00 GMT
New findings could help researchers design synthetic catalysts that convert nitrogen gas to ammonia, a key step in fertilizer production.
 
MIT and Broad Institute researchers break diffraction barrier in super-resolution microscopy - MIT Wed, 29 Jul 2026 17:00:00 GMT
New U-STORM imaging technology lets scientists view molecular structures in subatomic detail — about 1,000 times clearer than traditional dyes — while making the microscope process much simpler.
 
How a medical database developed at MIT evolved into a global standard of data-sharing - MIT Wed, 29 Jul 2026 14:00:00 GMT
The visionary PhysioNet platform launched 25 years ago, based on a system developed at MIT in the 1970s. It has become one of the most comprehensive biomedical and clinical data repositories in existence.
 
Professor Emeritus Robert Cohen, pioneering polymers researcher and devoted mentor, dies at 79 - MIT Tue, 28 Jul 2026 20:00:00 GMT
Architect of MIT’s interdisciplinary Program in Polymers and Soft Matter and the PhD in chemical engineering practice is remembered for his passion for mentorship and education.
 
Yu Deng ’11 and Hong Wang PhD ’19 awarded Fields Medal - MIT Tue, 28 Jul 2026 18:00:00 GMT
MIT-trained mathematicians earn the honor, one of the most prestigious in the field, for their significant achievements.
 
Making robots faster by helping them think ahead - MIT Tue, 28 Jul 2026 04:00:00 GMT
By planning actions based on the future position of a robot, the VLASH technique streamlines motions and accelerates performance.
 
MIT engineers design recyclable elastic yarn - MIT Mon, 27 Jul 2026 14:00:00 GMT
Melt it, spin it, use it again. This new recyclable yarn is as strong and stretchy as spandex-based yarns.
 
Looking beyond research - MIT Thu, 23 Jul 2026 19:00:00 GMT
Professor Anna-Christina Eilers is “Committed to Caring” for building a culture around attentiveness and community.
 
MIT projects selected for funding under US Department of Energy’s Genesis Mission - MIT Thu, 23 Jul 2026 12:00:00 GMT
Initial research projects advance national priorities across natural resources, manufacturing, nuclear physics, and more.
 
Professor Emeritus Dimitri Bertsekas, influential computer scientist and prolific author, dies at 83 - MIT Wed, 22 Jul 2026 17:00:00 GMT
Known for his clear and elegant writing style, Bertsekas shaped fields from control and optimization to large-scale computation and artificial intelligence.
 
Diffuse puffs of “missing” matter surround most galaxies - MIT Tue, 21 Jul 2026 15:00:00 GMT
An MIT-led team used bright radio bursts to illuminate a vast source of matter that was previously unaccounted for.
 
MIT honors employees with 2026 Excellence Awards, Collier Medal, and Staff Award for Distinction in Service - MIT Tue, 21 Jul 2026 12:00:00 GMT
The MIT community celebrated the talent, dedication, and impact of its staff.
 
Emery Brown, Daniel Hastings, and Douglas Lauffenburger named Institute Professors - MIT Mon, 20 Jul 2026 17:00:00 GMT
Longtime professors and experts in the fields of anesthesiology, aerospace engineering, and biological engineering, respectively, receive MIT’s highest faculty honor.
 
School of Humanities, Arts, and Social Sciences welcomes six new faculty for 2026 - MIT Fri, 17 Jul 2026 17:45:00 GMT
New professors join the Comparative Media Studies/Writing, Economics, Linguistics, and Music and Theater Arts departments.
 
How an influx of salt may affect microbial ecosystems - MIT Fri, 17 Jul 2026 09:00:00 GMT
As sea levels rise and saltwater seeps into freshwater, stressed aquatic populations may retain overall growth even as diversity declines, MIT scientists find.
 
Diana Grass: Listening to the body’s language - MIT Fri, 17 Jul 2026 04:00:00 GMT
The PhD candidate builds soft bioelectronic technologies to decode signals between the brain and the rest of the body.
 
For energy systems that power a reliable grid, the future is all about location - MIT Thu, 16 Jul 2026 09:00:00 GMT
MIT researchers find that where new energy projects are built could be key to avoiding blackouts in a future with hotter weather and other challenges.
 
A better way to turn 2D designs into 3D models for rapid prototyping - MIT Thu, 16 Jul 2026 04:00:00 GMT
Researchers developed an automated framework that helps AI models generate CAD programs more accurately and efficiently.
 
MIT Professor Susumu Tonegawa, renowned molecular biologist and Nobel laureate, dies at 86 - MIT Wed, 15 Jul 2026 19:00:00 GMT
Tonegawa made landmark discoveries about how the immune system generates antibody diversity and how the brain forms memories.
 
Ketogenic diets may increase cancer risk in the small intestine - MIT Wed, 15 Jul 2026 15:00:00 GMT
MIT researchers have found that a ketogenic high-fat, low-carbohydrate diet fuels the growth of intestinal tumors.
 
This $35 Coffee Maker Fits in My Pocket and Comes on All My Camping Trips - CNET Tue, 14 Jul 2026 13:00:00 GMT
I’ve tested dozens of coffee makers. This portable unit with a unique design is my pick for campsite brewing.
 
YouTube TV and DirecTV Stream Users Could Be Owed Money From Disney. Here’s the Deadline - CNET Tue, 07 Jul 2026 23:58:09 GMT
Disney has settled a lawsuit alleging it forced higher prices for live TV streaming subscriptions.
 
Air Fryer Fries Are Good. These Steps Make Them Otherworldly - CNET Fri, 05 Jun 2026 14:00:28 GMT
A bowl of water and a microwave turns middling air fryer fries into something spectacular.