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Databricks closed a $5B funding round at a $190B valuation, six months after raising $5B at a $134B valuation, and says it has crossed $7B in revenue run rate (Samantha Subin/CNBC) - Techmeme Thu, 13 Aug 2026 14:25:02 GMT

Samantha Subin / CNBC:
Databricks closed a $5B funding round at a $190B valuation, six months after raising $5B at a $134B valuation, and says it has crossed $7B in revenue run rate — Databricks on Thursday said it closed a $5 billion funding round at a $190 billion valuation. — The company said that it has …

 
This ergonomic mouse splits apart to become a handheld motion controller and touchpad - 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 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.
 
Microsoft is killing off SMS authentication codes as AI makes phishing attacks even more dangerous - 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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Microsoft begins merging its consumer and commercial Copilot apps into a single app, with a mobile and web rollout in mid-August and desktop in mid-September (Todd Bishop/GeekWire) - Techmeme Thu, 13 Aug 2026 13:45:27 GMT

Todd Bishop / GeekWire:
Microsoft begins merging its consumer and commercial Copilot apps into a single app, with a mobile and web rollout in mid-August and desktop in mid-September — Microsoft is starting the process of combining its consumer and business Copilot apps into one, laying the structural foundation for an upcoming …

 
Why This Prediction Market Banned Teens - Wired Thu, 13 Aug 2026 13:30:00 GMT
Jacob Fortinsky, the CEO and cofounder of the new prediction market Novig, says his outfit isn’t like those other markets. You know the ones.
 
The memory crisis is killing off sub-$100 smartphones as US sales plunge 64% - TechSpot Thu, 13 Aug 2026 13:23:00 GMT

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

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Pokemon Bank is shutting down, announcement released - Nintendo Everything - Google Thu, 13 Aug 2026 13:18:45 GMT
  1. Pokemon Bank is shutting down, announcement released Nintendo Everything
  2. Pokémon FireRed Version and Pokémon LeafGreen Version Link with Pokémon HOME This October Pokemon.com
  3. Pokémon As We Know It Officially Changes Forever February 25, 2027 ScreenRant
  4. Pokemon Bank Shutting Down in February 2027, Pokemon Home Adding Pokemon FireRed/LeafGreen Support VGChartz
  5. Pokémon FireRed and LeafGreen Update Coming This October, as Ruby and Sapphire Speculation Swirls IGN Nordic
 
Flock CEO Garrett Langley acknowledges the company "got this one wrong" and is assuming greater responsibility for preventing US law enforcement misuse (Lauren Feiner/The Verge) - Techmeme Thu, 13 Aug 2026 13:15:23 GMT

Lauren Feiner / The Verge:
Flock CEO Garrett Langley acknowledges the company “got this one wrong” and is assuming greater responsibility for preventing US law enforcement misuse — After reports that some cops misused tracking data it collects, Flock is rolling out policy changes.
 
Inside SK Hynix's $720B Yongin Cluster, which it says will be the world's largest network of memory factories and is set to go into production in February 2027 (Katie Tarasov/CNBC) - Techmeme Thu, 13 Aug 2026 13:15:23 GMT

Katie Tarasov / CNBC:
Inside SK Hynix's $720B Yongin Cluster, which it says will be the world's largest network of memory factories and is set to go into production in February 2027 — In South Korea, where a mountainous landscape makes building huge projects an incredible undertaking, the world's leading maker …

 
Flock says it will now require US law enforcement to attach a criminal case number to license plate searches, after a WaPo investigation into police misuse (Washington Post) - Techmeme Thu, 13 Aug 2026 13:10:01 GMT

Washington Post:
Flock says it will now require US law enforcement to attach a criminal case number to license plate searches, after a WaPo investigation into police misuse — The license-plate-reader firm said it will require stricter oversight after a Washington Post investigation found dozens of officers …

 
Didi reports Q2 revenue up 11% YoY to ~$9.3B, net income of ~$128M, after two consecutive quarterly losses, China mobility transaction value up 9.5% to ~$13.4B (Luz Ding/Bloomberg) - Techmeme Thu, 13 Aug 2026 13:05:02 GMT

Luz Ding / Bloomberg:
Didi reports Q2 revenue up 11% YoY to ~$9.3B, net income of ~$128M, after two consecutive quarterly losses, China mobility transaction value up 9.5% to ~$13.4B — Didi Global Inc. swung back to profit after two consecutive quarterly losses, helped by strong ride-hailing demand in China.
 
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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20 hours in, I cannot believe the scale, complexity, and ambition of Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave - Eurogamer.net - Google Thu, 13 Aug 2026 13:00:44 GMT
  1. 20 hours in, I cannot believe the scale, complexity, and ambition of Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave Eurogamer.net
  2. 'Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave' preview: Anime chess is back with a vengeance mashable.com
  3. Nintendo’s next Fire Emblem has a bold new structure The Verge
  4. After 14 years, Nintendo Might Finally Break the Fire Emblem Curse with Fortune's Weave polygon.com
  5. Switch 2 Mouse Controls Get Weird in ‘Fire Emblem: Fortune’s Weave’ Gizmodo
 
HallPass says its embarrassing AI-generated candy typos were actually 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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Virgin Galactic postpones its new spaceship's first commercial flight to 2027 - Engadget Thu, 13 Aug 2026 11:28:06 GMT
Virgin Galactic's new spaceship won't be taking tourists to space this year.
 
Accelerant, which uses data analytics to connect insurance underwriters with risk capital partners, agrees to go private with Thoma Bravo in a $4.4B deal (Katherine Hamilton/Wall Street Journal) - Techmeme Thu, 13 Aug 2026 11:25:02 GMT

Katherine Hamilton / Wall Street Journal:
Accelerant, which uses data analytics to connect insurance underwriters with risk capital partners, agrees to go private with Thoma Bravo in a $4.4B deal — The deal is expected to close in the first half of 2027 — Accelerant agreed to go private in a deal with private-equity firm Thoma Bravo worth more than $4 billion.
 
JD.com reports Q2 revenue down 2.9% YoY to ~$51.4B and net income of ~$1.1B, above ~$964M est., driven by JD Retail profitability and narrowing food losses (Luz Ding/Bloomberg) - Techmeme Thu, 13 Aug 2026 11:15:19 GMT

Luz Ding / Bloomberg:
JD.com reports Q2 revenue down 2.9% YoY to ~$51.4B and net income of ~$1.1B, above ~$964M est., driven by JD Retail profitability and narrowing food losses — JD.com Inc. posted its first quarterly revenue decline since listing in 2014, in the latest sign of waning Chinese consumer sentiment.
 
Twitch finally gives streamers an AI training opt-out after Amazon quietly used their content for years - 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.
 
SMIC reports Q2 revenue up 36% YoY to ~$3B, net profit up 3x+ to ~$479.2M, above ~$283.1M est., and a 25.3% gross margin, driven by strong mature-node orders (Sherry Qin/Wall Street Journal) - Techmeme Thu, 13 Aug 2026 11:10:02 GMT

Sherry Qin / Wall Street Journal:
SMIC reports Q2 revenue up 36% YoY to ~$3B, net profit up 3x+ to ~$479.2M, above ~$283.1M est., and a 25.3% gross margin, driven by strong mature-node orders — The Chinese chip foundry's net profit more than tripled in the second quarter — SMIC, China's biggest chip foundry …

 
Hacking Fiber To The Home - Hack a Day Thu, 13 Aug 2026 11:00:38 GMT
When we think about security threats, we generally imagine them coming from far away across the wider internet. But what if the connection between you and your ISP was the …read more
 
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.
 
Filings and sources: Microsoft shuttered 15+ branch offices and joint ventures in China in the past five years, amid China's push for domestic software (Reuters) - Techmeme Thu, 13 Aug 2026 10:55:01 GMT

Reuters:
Filings and sources: Microsoft shuttered 15+ branch offices and joint ventures in China in the past five years, amid China's push for domestic software — Microsoft once regarded the idea of quitting China as unthinkable. — The year was 2010 and Google was about to exit due to concerns over censorship and cyberattacks.
 
Bethesda finally "looking into" patching Oblivion Remastered on PC, PS5 and Xbox amid praise for Switch 2 release - Eurogamer.net - Google Thu, 13 Aug 2026 10:50:38 GMT
  1. Bethesda finally "looking into" patching Oblivion Remastered on PC, PS5 and Xbox amid praise for Switch 2 release Eurogamer.net
  2. Bethesda Finally Confirms The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered Patch Is Coming IGN
  3. The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered (Switch 2) Review Nintendo World Report
  4. Oblivion Remastered Is Fine On Switch 2, But Fans Want A PS5 Patch Kotaku
  5. Bethesda Hints At Plans To Improve Xbox Version Of Oblivion Remastered Pure Xbox
 
CXMT overtakes Tencent to become the most valuable Chinese company, with a ~$524B market cap, above Tencent's ~$510B; CXMT's Shanghai shares jumped 460%+ at IPO (Bloomberg) - Techmeme Thu, 13 Aug 2026 10:45:16 GMT

Bloomberg:
CXMT overtakes Tencent to become the most valuable Chinese company, with a ~$524B market cap, above Tencent's ~$510B; CXMT's Shanghai shares jumped 460%+ at IPO — CXMT Corp. has overtaken Hong Kong-listed Tencent Holdings Ltd. as the world's most valuable Chinese company …

 
Amsterdam-based Adyen reports H1 2026 net revenue up 19% YoY to €1.3B, processed volumes up 24% YoY to €803.8B, and EBITDA of €641.5M; ADYEN.AS rises 12%+ (Adam Whittaker/Wall Street Journal) - Techmeme Thu, 13 Aug 2026 10:35:00 GMT

Adam Whittaker / Wall Street Journal:
Amsterdam-based Adyen reports H1 2026 net revenue up 19% YoY to €1.3B, processed volumes up 24% YoY to €803.8B, and EBITDA of €641.5M; ADYEN.AS rises 12%+ — Net revenue increased 19% and processed volumes climbed 24% — Shares in Adyen jumped after the Amsterdam-based …

 
Sources: Anthropic's investors expect it to float at a $2T+ valuation in an October IPO and to hit $100B to $120B in annualized revenue by the end of 2026 (Financial Times) - Techmeme Thu, 13 Aug 2026 10:20:04 GMT

Financial Times:
Sources: Anthropic's investors expect it to float at a $2T+ valuation in an October IPO and to hit $100B to $120B in annualized revenue by the end of 2026 — Anthropic investors expect the AI start-up to float at a valuation of $2tn or more in October, a dizzying figure that would eclipse SpaceX …

 
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.
 
You can now watch classic movies like The Martian, E.T. and Zodiac on Apple TV - Engadget Thu, 13 Aug 2026 10:05:35 GMT
Apple just made around 20 classic movies available for subscribers to stream.
 
DeepSeek launches V4-Pro, its most advanced model that rivals Kimi K3 on some benchmarks but is priced much lower, at $0.435/1M input and $0.87/1M output tokens (The Information) - Techmeme Thu, 13 Aug 2026 10:05:01 GMT

The Information:
DeepSeek launches V4-Pro, its most advanced model that rivals Kimi K3 on some benchmarks but is priced much lower, at $0.435/1M input and $0.87/1M output tokens — Chinese AI developer DeepSeek has launched its flagship model, V4-Pro, to mixed reviews from users, with some expressing disappointment.
 
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.
 
Sources: Demis Hassabis pitched a new independent industry AI safety entity, modeled on the IAEA, to top Trump officials before stepping down as DeepMind's CEO (Wall Street Journal) - Techmeme Thu, 13 Aug 2026 09:50:02 GMT

Wall Street Journal:
Sources: Demis Hassabis pitched a new independent industry AI safety entity, modeled on the IAEA, to top Trump officials before stepping down as DeepMind's CEO — Demis Hassabis discussed the proposed new entity with heads of other AI labs and Trump administration officials including Scott Bessent
 
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.
 
Meta is giving away 15,000 AI glasses to blind and visually impaired people in Ireland - Engadget Thu, 13 Aug 2026 09:26:41 GMT
Meta is donating 15,000 Ray-Ban Meta glasses to an Irish charity supporting people with sight loss.
 
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.
 
The Chernobyl NPP and Forty Years of Robots for High Radiation Environments - Hack a Day Thu, 13 Aug 2026 08:00:02 GMT
With the massive steam explosion that shredded the #4 RBMK reactor at the Chernobyl Nuclear Power Plant in 1986 it suddenly made robots that could survive a high ionizing radiation …read more
 
iPhone 18 Pro Event Tipped As Apple Shifts Key Release Schedule Date - Forbes - Google Thu, 13 Aug 2026 07:36:00 GMT
  1. iPhone 18 Pro Event Tipped As Apple Shifts Key Release Schedule Date Forbes
  2. iPhone 18 could get two new Pro-level upgrades, per report 9to5Mac
  3. Apple Already Increased the Price of iPhones Up to $300. Their Price Hikes Might Be Just Starting. Yahoo Finance
  4. It looks like Apple’s iPhone 18 really will skip the fall launch this year The Verge
  5. Apple's iPhone 18 line up is looking like a radical departure in more ways than one Creative Bloq
 
10th Anniversary Celebration: Guaranteed Hundo Mewtwo Timed Research - Pokémon GO Hub - Google Thu, 13 Aug 2026 06:57:09 GMT
  1. 10th Anniversary Celebration: Guaranteed Hundo Mewtwo Timed Research Pokémon GO Hub
  2. Log Into Pokémon Go Right Now and You Can Claim an Absurdly Generous One-Off Prize IGN
  3. A decade of Pokémon Go: how nostalgia and community keep the game alive The Conversation
  4. Pokémon Go revenue rockets to a four-year high of $141.5m during anniversary month Pocket Gamer.biz
  5. Pokémon Go is giving everyone a perfect Mewtwo to compensate for Time Square stunt polygon.com
 
Apple TV just added a bunch of classic movies to stream for free - 9to5Mac - Google Thu, 13 Aug 2026 06:42:00 GMT
  1. Apple TV just added a bunch of classic movies to stream for free 9to5Mac
  2. Apple TV Gains Classic Movies Collection MacRumors
  3. You Can Now Watch Classic Movies Like The Martian, E.T. And Zodiac On Apple TV Engadget
  4. Apple TV adds famous films to its library for subscribers to watch at no extra charge Apple World Today
  5. Watch classic movies for free with an Apple TV subscription appleinsider.com
 
Smart Clock Helps With Medication Management - Hack a Day Thu, 13 Aug 2026 05:00:22 GMT
There are all kinds of smart devices on the market these days, but if you want one to solve a particular personal problem, sometimes it’s easiest to just build your …read more
 
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.
 
Shark Promo Codes for August 2026 - Wired Thu, 13 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Shark makes some seriously powerful vacuums, from handheld vacs to steam mops. Don’t miss $100 off, 10% off, and more limited-time coupons from WIRED.
 
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.
 
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.
 
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.
 
Naturepedic Promo Codes: Get 20% Off Plus Free Pillows - Wired Thu, 13 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Shop the Naturepedic sale this 2026.
 
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.
 
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.
 
Castlery Promo Codes: 15% Off for August 2026 - Wired Thu, 13 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Refresh your living space for less with these verified Castlery coupons, including free shipping offers and furniture set discounts.
 
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.
 
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.
 
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.
 
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.
 
Limited Run Announces Lord Of The Rings: War In The North Physical Release - Nintendo Life - Google Thu, 13 Aug 2026 02:55:00 GMT
  1. Limited Run Announces Lord Of The Rings: War In The North Physical Release Nintendo Life
  2. Aspyr Announces The Lord of the Rings: War in the North Legacy Edition , Out Now on PC & Consoles! Games Press
  3. More Lord of the Rings Remasters Are in the Works Following War in the North Re-Release, Confirms Aspyr IGN
  4. 2011 action RPG The Lord of the Rings: War in the North gets a new Legacy Edition, with ‘more classic releases’ coming Video Games Chronicle
  5. ‘Lord Of The Rings’ classic game gets surprise remaster – and more are on the way NME
 
Have Scientists Stuck the Landing on the Glueball Discovery? - Hack a Day Thu, 13 Aug 2026 02:00:57 GMT
Exciting discoveries in particle physics are one of those things that it can be easy to get blase about. Some people get caught up in the obvious excitement, while others …read more
 
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.
 
Everything announced at Made by Google today, including Pixel 11, Pixel Watch 4, and Pixel Tag - mashable.com - Google Wed, 12 Aug 2026 23:44:50 GMT
  1. Everything announced at Made by Google today, including Pixel 11, Pixel Watch 4, and Pixel Tag mashable.com
  2. The Pixel 11 series: Your most personal Pixel yet blog.google
  3. Google Pixel 11 Can Cost Less Than Pixel 10 With Amazon’s Pre-Order Perks Gizmodo
  4. Google’s new Pixel 11 puts Gemini at center of AI phone battle with Apple CNBC
  5. The 7 biggest announcements of Google’s Pixel 11 launch The Verge
 
A rare two-player Computer Space arcade machine is up for auction - Engadget Wed, 12 Aug 2026 23:34:18 GMT
The sparkly cabinet is part of a huge retro tech auction focused on Steve Jobs and the computer revolution.
 
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.
 
Your Laptop Keyboard, On Another Device - Hack a Day Wed, 12 Aug 2026 23:00:41 GMT
It’s likely many of us have been in the position of first set-up on a machine such as a Raspberry Pi, and had keyboard problems. Either no spare keyboard is …read more
 
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.
 
How to stop Twitch from training AI on your streams - Engadget Wed, 12 Aug 2026 22:38:45 GMT
And why the company didn't make the feature opt-in.
 
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.
 
Exclusive | Apple in Talks to Pay Publishers to Improve AI-Powered Siri - WSJ - Google Wed, 12 Aug 2026 22:30:00 GMT
  1. Exclusive | Apple in Talks to Pay Publishers to Improve AI-Powered Siri WSJ
  2. Apple is in talks to pay publishers for news content to power its new AI Siri qz.com
  3. Siri AI could get a boost from news content with new publisher deal appleinsider.com
  4. Apple to Reportedly Take Another Stab at Mixing AI and News. We Haven't Forgotten Last Time's Disaster Gizmodo
  5. Report: Apple seeks publisher deals to give Siri AI better access to current events 9to5Mac
 
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.
 
Claude Cowork can now run in a Chrome sidebar - Engadget Wed, 12 Aug 2026 22:19:29 GMT
Take your conversations with the chatbot into the Anthropic browser extension.
 
Trump is being sued for charging for faster access to Truth Social posts - Engadget Wed, 12 Aug 2026 22:02:38 GMT
A new lawsuit claims the Truth API violates the First and Fifth Amendments.
 
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 - Ars Technica - Google Wed, 12 Aug 2026 21:00:30 GMT
  1. Twitch content has trained Amazon AI for years, but users can opt out now Ars Technica
  2. Twitch faces backlash over Amazon using content to train AI BBC
  3. Amazon will train on Twitch streamers’ content by default, unless they opt out TechCrunch
  4. How To Stop Twitch From Training AI On Your Streams Engadget
  5. Twitch faces fury as it confirms Amazon is training AI on its livestreams Business Insider
 
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.
 
German nonprofit files criminal complaint over Meta smart glasses privacy - Engadget Wed, 12 Aug 2026 20:43:06 GMT
Worrying about Google Glassholes almost feels quaint in comparison.
 
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.
 
The Agony of Packaging Linux Apps - Hack a Day Wed, 12 Aug 2026 20:00:54 GMT
One of the great things of Linux as an ecosystem is that there is so much choice. Yet this is also its greatest weakness, as unlike on MacOS and Windows …read more
 
Immortality Studio's Next Game Was Once An FMV Metroid Idea - Kotaku - Google Wed, 12 Aug 2026 19:55:33 GMT
  1. Immortality Studio's Next Game Was Once An FMV Metroid Idea Kotaku
  2. The next big indie game publisher is taking some exciting swings The Verge
  3. Kinetic Publishing Showcase Recap: Every Reveal, Including the New Sam Barlow Game XBOX Wire
  4. Kinetic Publishing Showcase recap: 5 new indie games coming to PS5 blog.playstation.com
  5. Roundup: All The Xbox Reveals From The Kinetic Publishing Showcase 2026 Pure Xbox
 
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.
 
Xbox Reveals Stunning 3D-Moulded Gears of War: E-Day Limited Edition Controllers - IGN - Google Wed, 12 Aug 2026 19:33:53 GMT
  1. Xbox Reveals Stunning 3D-Moulded Gears of War: E-Day Limited Edition Controllers 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 Two New Official Controllers For Gears Of War E-Day Pure Xbox
  5. 8BitDo's Gears of War-themed Wireless Charging Dock for Xbox controllers comes with a wireless charging battery pack Notebookcheck
 
FlightAware dropped its lawsuit against Kalshi after just one day - Engadget Wed, 12 Aug 2026 19:33:29 GMT
FlightAware's case against Kalshi has been voluntarily dismissed "without prejudice against all defendants."
 
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.
 
Pixel Buds Pro 2 and 2a are getting some upgrades, including deeper Gemini integration - Engadget Wed, 12 Aug 2026 18:52:33 GMT
Google didn't have any new headphones this year, but some new features are coming to the Pixel Buds.
 
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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Read a USB Logitech Racing Wheel on an ESP32‑S3 - Hack a Day Wed, 12 Aug 2026 18:30:36 GMT
Now that MCUs like the ESP32-S3 are quite capable computer systems including USB host functionality, it only makes sense that you can connect USB peripherals like Logitech racing wheels to …read more
 
ChatGPT: What's free in 2026 and what isn't? - Engadget Wed, 12 Aug 2026 18:30:00 GMT
As of August 2026, you can send unlimited texts to ChatGPT.
 
Amazon is severing ties with two other MMOs - Engadget Wed, 12 Aug 2026 18:29:18 GMT
Amazon is handing off MMOs Lost Ark and Throne and Liberty to other publishers.
 
An AI Agent Reportedly Hacked a Gym to Get Someone Into a Class - CNET Wed, 12 Aug 2026 18:07:46 GMT
AI agents will sometimes go to extreme lengths to accomplish the task you give them.
 
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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Twitch streamers can now refuse to let Amazon train its genAI models on their content - Engadget Wed, 12 Aug 2026 17:46:29 GMT
There's now an opt-out toggle for something that should have been opt-in to begin with.
 
Honor Launches Its Long-Awaited Robot Phone And Yes It Can Wiggle At You - Engadget - Google Wed, 12 Aug 2026 17:42:53 GMT
  1. Honor Launches Its Long-Awaited Robot Phone And Yes It Can Wiggle At You Engadget
  2. Honor’s Robot Phone is better than a gimbal in a phone has any right to be The Verge
  3. The Future of Smartphone Cameras is Here With the ARRI x HONOR Robot Phone No Film School
  4. Honor's AI-Powered, Gimbal-Equipped Robot Phone Just Launched in China and it Looks Wild PetaPixel
  5. HONOR Robot Phone Launches – ARRI LogC3, Wide Gamut 3, and a Motorized Titanium Gimbal Camera CineD
 
Honor launches its long-awaited Robot Phone and yes it can wiggle at you - Engadget Wed, 12 Aug 2026 17:42:53 GMT
The big news with Honor's latest is the automated pop-up camera gimbal.
 
Lazarus Exploits Windows Zero-Day to Gain SYSTEM Access and Deploy Backdoor - The Hacker News - Google Wed, 12 Aug 2026 17:39:00 GMT
  1. Lazarus Exploits Windows Zero-Day to Gain SYSTEM Access and Deploy Backdoor The Hacker News
  2. Fresh Windows Zero-Day Exploited in North Korean Cyberattacks SecurityWeek
  3. CISA gives federal agencies two weeks to patch Microsoft bug exploited in DPRK campaign The Record from Recorded Future News
  4. Shattering the Dream – When a Job Offer Becomes a Zero-Day Attack Check Point Research
  5. Microsoft Plugs Nearly 400 Security Holes Krebs on Security
 
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.
 
Two hydrogen-burning engines powered this car to a new land speed record - ArsTechnica Wed, 12 Aug 2026 17:01:11 GMT
JCB has invested heavily in hydrogen to power its diggers and other machinery.
 
I'm more excited about smartphone colors than any actual new features in 2026 - Engadget Wed, 12 Aug 2026 17:00:00 GMT
Forget AI, we are most looking forward to fun new colors this coming hardware season.
 
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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US tries to override New York gambling laws, orders Kalshi to keep operating - ArsTechnica Wed, 12 Aug 2026 16:33:43 GMT
Trump admin claims New York suing Kalshi created "market emergency."
 
HDMI splitter vs. HDMI switch: How are they different? - Engadget Wed, 12 Aug 2026 16:30:00 GMT
If you've got a jumble of HDMI cables behind your entertainment center, one of these devices might help.
 
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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Phantom Blade Zero PS5 Demo Leaks Before Next Week's State of Play - Push Square - Google Wed, 12 Aug 2026 16:00:00 GMT
  1. Phantom Blade Zero PS5 Demo Leaks Before Next Week's State of Play Push Square
  2. Watch the Phantom Blade Zero gameplay deep dive State of Play on August 17, pre-orders live today blog.playstation.com
  3. Phantom Blade Zero: How Donnie Yen is Pushing Action Games to New Heights IGN
  4. New Phantom Blade Zero Trailer Reveals Donnie Yen And An Upcoming State of Play Game Informer
  5. Phantom Blade Zero gets an 11-minute trailer, with a PlayStation State of Play coming next week too Video Games Chronicle
 
Saber Interactive CEO responds to claims that a writer was replaced with AI - GamesIndustry.biz - Google Wed, 12 Aug 2026 15:45:01 GMT
  1. Saber Interactive CEO responds to claims that a writer was replaced with AI GamesIndustry.biz
  2. Saber Interactive CEO responds with bizarre statement to AI use in Rideshare ‘Stimulator’ checkpointgaming.net
  3. Space Marine 2 Maker Saber Interactive Confirms It Will an Add AI Label to Rideshare Stimulator on Steam Following Controversy IGN Africa
  4. Saber Interactive denies replacing writer with AI GameDev.net
 
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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The pros and cons of using a digital wallet - Engadget Wed, 12 Aug 2026 15:30:00 GMT
If you're not yet using the digital wallet -- Apple Wallet or Google Wallet -- on your phone, there are some good reasons to start.
 
Ghost Of Yōtei Complete Edition Arrives October 1 And Includes A New Story Arc - Engadget - Google Wed, 12 Aug 2026 15:27:46 GMT
  1. Ghost Of Yōtei Complete Edition Arrives October 1 And Includes A New Story Arc Engadget
  2. Ghost of Yōtei Complete Edition Comes to PS5 October 1 blog.playstation.com
  3. New Ghost Of Yōtei Story Content And Roguelike Mode Arriving In October Game Informer
  4. ‘Ghost of Yōtei’ Getting New Narrative Expansion DLC Men's Journal
  5. 'Ghost of Yotei' Is Getting a Narrative Expansion and a Roguelike Mode in new Complete Edition polygon.com
 
Ghost of Yōtei Complete Edition arrives October 1 and includes a new story arc - Engadget Wed, 12 Aug 2026 15:27:46 GMT
Ghost of Yōtei Complete Edition arrives October 1 and includes a new story arc.
 
Booksellers suspect AI firms are buying and then destroying rare books - ArsTechnica Wed, 12 Aug 2026 15:19:17 GMT
AI firms quietly bulk buying rare books face resistance from booksellers.
 
After Microsoft threatened legal action, a security researcher publishes a new Windows zero-day bug - TechCrunch - 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
  2. Microsoft-vendetta hacker has a new zero day that gives system privileges on fully patched Windows The Register
  3. Nightmare Eclipse Drops Windows Zero-Day Exploit ‘ShieldBreak’ SecurityWeek
  4. Disgruntled Researcher Discloses New Zero-Day in Windows Antivirus PCMag
  5. Researcher bypasses Microsoft Defender security patch, seizing control csoonline.com
 
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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Amazon Game Studios gives Lost Ark and Throne & Liberty back to their studios to run, ending its MMO presence - Video Games Chronicle - Google Wed, 12 Aug 2026 14:52:19 GMT
  1. Amazon Game Studios gives Lost Ark and Throne & Liberty back to their studios to run, ending its MMO presence Video Games Chronicle
  2. An Update on Lost Ark in the West Lost Ark
  3. Amazon Game Studios Divests MMOs ‘Lost Ark,’ ‘Throne and Liberty’ in Strategy Shift Variety
  4. Amazon Is Severing Ties With Two Other MMOs Engadget
  5. NC Will Take Over Publishing for Throne and Liberty By Q2 2026, Amazon Deal Coming to an End MMORPG.com
 
‘Palworld’ Patch Notes: Big Buffs For Way Less Grinding - Forbes - Google Wed, 12 Aug 2026 14:42:57 GMT
  1. ‘Palworld’ Patch Notes: Big Buffs For Way Less Grinding Forbes
  2. Palworld v1.0.3 patch notes: Everything new in the August 12 update Currently.com
  3. Palworld Update Fixes The Game’s Biggest Frustration GameSpot
  4. Palworld Update 1.101.283 for Version 1.0.3 Brings Balance Changes MP1st
  5. Palworld v1.0.3 Cuts Holy Water Grind and Unlocks Jetragon Nine Levels Earlier Tech Times
 
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’s Pixel Watch 5 Can Now Detect Breathing Emergencies - WIRED - Google Wed, 12 Aug 2026 14:07:00 GMT
  1. Google’s Pixel Watch 5 Can Now Detect Breathing Emergencies WIRED
  2. Pixel Watch 5: Proactive assistance and advanced health tracking on your wrist blog.google
  3. Google Pixel Watch Adds Insulin Resistance Tracking: What It Could Reveal Before Blood Sugar Rises TechRepublic
  4. Google’s Wearables Will Track Insulin Resistance in Category First Bloomberg.com
  5. Google unveils Health Guardian features for Pixel Watch, Fitbit MobiHealthNews
 
Google's newest Pixel Watch feature can monitor your blood pressure and insulin resistance - Engadget Wed, 12 Aug 2026 14:04:14 GMT
Google says its new tools can act as an early warning system for diabetes.
 
Google-made Pixel 11 cases and Pixelsnap accessories get fresh hues [Gallery] - 9to5Google - Google Wed, 12 Aug 2026 14:03:00 GMT
  1. Google-made Pixel 11 cases and Pixelsnap accessories get fresh hues [Gallery] 9to5Google
  2. New accessories for Pixel 11 phones are here. blog.google
  3. Google Pixel 11 announced: Price, specs, colors mashable.com
  4. I'm More Excited About Smartphone Colors Than Any Actual New Features In 2026 Engadget
  5. Pixel 11 accessories: elevating the Pixel experience without compromises PhoneArena
 
8 Best Uses For The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8's Wide Screen - bgr.com - Google Wed, 12 Aug 2026 14:02:00 GMT
  1. 8 Best Uses For The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8's Wide Screen bgr.com
  2. Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra review: the top dog of folding Androids The Guardian
  3. Samsung’s $1,900 Z Fold 8 is still vulnerable to pocket lint The Verge
  4. You Can Still Get a Samsung Galaxy Z Phone With a $350 Amazon Gift Card Lifehacker
  5. Galaxy Z Fold 8's wider shape still survives bend test, teardown shows off titanium and poor Qi placement [Video] 9to5Google
 
Google reveals 2026 hardware lineup: Pixel 11, Pixel Watch 5, and Pixel Tag - ArsTechnica Wed, 12 Aug 2026 14:00:51 GMT
Google focuses more on AI and curated experiences than spec upgrades in 2026.
 
The Pixel 11 Pro XL Has Main Character Energy Despite a $100 Price Hike - CNET Wed, 12 Aug 2026 14:00:00 GMT
I took Google’s new flagship Android phone to Paris to test its new camera and features.
 
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 Pixel Watch 5 Makes One of My Favorite Watches Better, but More Expensive - CNET Wed, 12 Aug 2026 14:00:00 GMT
Hands-on: The Pixel Watch 5’s new workout builder fills a key gap in AI coaching, but its higher prices make the case for upgrading a tougher sell.
 
I Tried Pixel 11’s New Gemini Features. One Made Me Sound Fluent in Spanish - CNET Wed, 12 Aug 2026 14:00:00 GMT
Exclusive: I stopped by Google’s HQ to demo the Pixel 11’s new AI features and hear from the people who brought them to life.
 
I Tested the Pixel 11 Pro’s Camera in Beautiful Paris - CNET Wed, 12 Aug 2026 14:00:00 GMT
Google’s new Pixel 11 Pro come with some new camera hardware and a lot of wonderful software additions. And I have the photos to prove it.
 
With the Pixel 11 Pro Fold, Google Doubles Down on Durability - CNET Wed, 12 Aug 2026 14:00:00 GMT
Google says its new book-style foldable is tougher and thinner – which could make the steep $1,899 price a little easier to swallow.
 
Google takes on AirTag with the new $29 Pixel Tag - TechCrunch - Google Wed, 12 Aug 2026 14:00:00 GMT
  1. Google takes on AirTag with the new $29 Pixel Tag TechCrunch
  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 Finally Launches Its Own Bluetooth Tracker, the Pixel Tag PCMag
  5. Google Now Makes Its Own AirTags and I Couldn’t Be More Stoked CNET
 
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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'Everyone' at Apple Apparently Calls Foldable 'iPhone Ultra' - MacRumors - Google Wed, 12 Aug 2026 13:47:13 GMT
  1. 'Everyone' at Apple Apparently Calls Foldable 'iPhone Ultra' MacRumors
  2. ‘Everyone’ at Apple is already calling the folding iPhone ‘Ultra’ Macworld
  3. Everyone at Apple is calling the foldable 'iPhone Ultra' appleinsider.com
  4. iPhone Ultra may have the most bizarre selfie cameras PhoneArena
  5. 'iPhone Ultra' Could Face Staggered Country Rollout Like Vision Pro MacRumors
 
Researchers found a way to hijack devices through Zoom screen sharing - ArsTechnica Wed, 12 Aug 2026 13:37:12 GMT
A public AI tool found the dangerous Zoom flaw in under 20 prompts.
 
Formula E finds a new home on Disney+, ESPN+ - ArsTechnica Wed, 12 Aug 2026 13:35:30 GMT
The deal starts with the arrival of the GEN4 car and 2026-27 season this December.
 
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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Exclusive: New Crunchyroll Collab Brings Anime Streaming to Cars - CNET Wed, 12 Aug 2026 13:00:00 GMT
Anime on wheels? The app will soon take entertainment on the road.
 
Insta360’s next 360-degree action cam puts bigger sensors in a smaller design - The Verge - Google Wed, 12 Aug 2026 13:00:00 GMT
  1. Insta360’s next 360-degree action cam puts bigger sensors in a smaller design The Verge
  2. Meet the Next-Gen 360 Camera: Insta360 X6 Initial Review Racer X
  3. Insta360 X6 Review: Without Question, the Best 360 Camera CNET
  4. Insta360 X6 Review: Improved Visuals Mean It’s No Longer Just For Play Forbes
  5. Insta360 X6 Launches At $699.99 A Day Before DJI's Osmo 360 II, And Only One Can Reach US Shelves DroneXL
 
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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Did poop enable the evolution of complex animals? - ArsTechnica Wed, 12 Aug 2026 12:34:38 GMT
In a recent study, evolution gets even messier than usual.
 
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.
 
Helldivers 2: Devoid of Liberty – Meet the SEAF Squad Assembled to Take on The Illuminate - XBOX Wire - Google Wed, 12 Aug 2026 12:02:04 GMT
  1. Helldivers 2: Devoid of Liberty – Meet the SEAF Squad Assembled to Take on The Illuminate XBOX Wire
  2. PlayStation Plus Game Catalog for August: Helldivers 2, Kingdom Come Deliverance II, Vampire Survivors, Hell is Us and more blog.playstation.com
  3. August's PS Plus Games Catalog Update Adds Helldivers 2, Metro, And More Kotaku
  4. PlayStation Plus Game Catalog for August 2026 Confirmed IGN
  5. A 2025 GOTY Contender and a Must-play Soulslike Lead a Stacked PlayStation Plus Game Catalog Lineup polygon.com
 
A years-long investigation just unmasked a major torrent pirate, the how remains unclear - TechSpot Wed, 12 Aug 2026 12:02:00 GMT

Police arrested Masakazu Ono, 56, of Sagamihara in Kanagawa Prefecture. He is accused of acting as an initial seeder, meaning he was allegedly the first person to make complete files available for others to download. One of the files tied to the case was reportedly Midnight Taxi, a 2026 drama...

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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.
 
Meccha Chameleon has now sold 20 million copies in two months - Eurogamer.net - Google Wed, 12 Aug 2026 11:49:44 GMT
  1. Meccha Chameleon has now sold 20 million copies in two months Eurogamer.net
  2. Meccha Chameleon Hits 20 Million Sales Insider Gaming
  3. Meccha Chameleon becomes global hit for Japanese indie game developer asia.nikkei.com
  4. 2026 Indie Just Became One Of The Five-Fastest Selling Games Ever TheGamer
  5. Steam Phenomenon Breaks New Records. 20 Million Copies of Meccha Chameleon Sold ixbt.games
 
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.
 
Honor Has Radically Reinvented the Phone for the Robot Age. I Played With It, and It’s Wild - CNET Wed, 12 Aug 2026 11:31:33 GMT
I attended the launch of Honor’s Robot Phone in China. I’m so glad this bold device is actually going on sale.
 
FBI warns hackers are breaking into social media accounts to steal and sell users' nude photos - TechSpot Wed, 12 Aug 2026 11:15:00 GMT

The FBI's warning concerns what it calls sexual exploitation actors. These criminals target specific people they are interested in, who may be strangers or known to them, as well as opportunistic victims. Once inside an account, they search for sexually explicit photos and videos, steal them without the owner's knowledge,...

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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.
 
Oh Lord, AI Reporters Are Actually Breaking Big News - Wired Wed, 12 Aug 2026 10:30:00 GMT
Last week, an AI newsroom beat mainstream journalists—including WIRED—to a story about OpenAI and hacking. It’s just the beginning.
 
The Best Action Cameras for All Your Craziest Adventures (2026) - Wired Wed, 12 Aug 2026 10:30:00 GMT
Gearing up to shred the slopes or dive into the seas? These photography tools are made for danger.
 
Samsung Odyssey G80HS 32" Review: Going 6K - TechSpot Wed, 12 Aug 2026 10:22:00 GMT
Samsung's Odyssey G80HS combines a razor-sharp 6K 165Hz display with a 3K 330Hz dual mode, promising the best of productivity and gaming, but its hefty sticker price comes with compromises.
 
McDonald’s Built a 515-Page Dossier on Me. It Says I’ll Never Stop Eating There - Wired Wed, 12 Aug 2026 10:15:00 GMT
I requested a copy of my data from McDonald’s loyalty program and received an extensive, personalized report that algorithmically predicts my next purchase.
 
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.
 
Big Tech Wants to Harvest Your Thoughts - Wired Wed, 12 Aug 2026 10:00:00 GMT
Silicon Valley companies are already working on neurotechnology products that track your brain activity. The next privacy frontier might be the things you only think.
 
FEMA's ‘Shadow Administrator’ Was Paid by a DOGE Member's Startup for Months - Wired Wed, 12 Aug 2026 10:00:00 GMT
Details from recent court filings show that DOGE's influence within government—and potential conflicts of interest—extend further than previously known.
 
‘The Worst I’ve Ever Seen’: Cargo Thefts Have Turned Violent in Pursuit of AI Hardware - Wired Wed, 12 Aug 2026 10:00:00 GMT
Experts allege that two recent incidents in California show the extreme lengths that criminal organizations are willing to go to to steal servers and other gear meant for data centers.
 
You’re Thinking About Online Trends All Wrong - Wired Wed, 12 Aug 2026 09:30:00 GMT
From pessimism around dating to AI reshaping culture, cyber-ethnographer Ruby J. Thelot tells WIRED why people are putting too much stock into things that go viral.
 
8 Great Deals From Patagonia’s Past-Season Sale - Wired Wed, 12 Aug 2026 09:09:00 GMT
Summer’s not over yet; pick up some new gear for that last Labor Day trip. Save up to 40 percent on some of our favorite Patagonia items at the company’s past-season sale.
 
'One flag for each laid off dev:' Union workers stage unmissable protest for Xbox boss Asha Sharma - Game Developer - Google Wed, 12 Aug 2026 09:04:51 GMT
  1. 'One flag for each laid off dev:' Union workers stage unmissable protest for Xbox boss Asha Sharma Game Developer
  2. Fans Try To Decipher The Elder Scrolls VI’s Censored Subtitle Forbes
  3. Xbox CEO Reacts to Live Demo of The Elder Scrolls 6: 'The Scale and Grandeur Are Incredible' IGN
  4. Bethesda Quietly Hid The Elder Scrolls VI Subtitle Inside Starfield, and Fans Just Cracked the Code Wccftech
  5. Xbox Boss Reveals Brief Thoughts On Elder Scrolls 6 After Seeing A 'Live Playthrough' Pure Xbox
 
A Candidate Named ‘Count Binface’ Is the Most Normal Part of This Pivotal UK Election - Wired Wed, 12 Aug 2026 09:01:14 GMT
Clacton's parliamentary race has it all: Nigel Farage, a man dressed as a trash can, a Union Jack bikini, white nationalist conspiracy theories, and 34 candidates on the ballot.
 
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.
 
Solar eclipse 2026 today: Don't take eclipse photos with your phone, NASA warns - mashable.com - Google Wed, 12 Aug 2026 07:35:53 GMT
  1. Solar eclipse 2026 today: Don't take eclipse photos with your phone, NASA warns mashable.com
  2. One Tech Tip: Using your smartphone to capture the August total solar eclipse over Europe apnews.com
  3. Plan your perfect 2026 total solar eclipse experience with these smartphone apps space.com
  4. Can capturing the solar eclipse harm your phone's camera? GovTech
  5. How to capture the solar eclipse – without frying your phone The Irish Times
 
Vimeo Promo Codes and Discounts: Up to 40% Off This August 2026 - Wired Wed, 12 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Enjoy 25% off a membership, 40% off, plus an additional 10% off annual plans, and more deals to save at Vimeo.
 
Zoro Coupon Codes: 55% Off August - Wired Wed, 12 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
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Elon Musk says every future Tesla will have Starlink, starting with the Cybercab - TechSpot Wed, 12 Aug 2026 01:21:00 GMT

The reveal follows an earlier preview at Tesla's showroom in San Jose, where the company displayed the planned Starlink capability. Tesla had already said the Cybercab would use Starlink's V5 dish, a newly launched model rated for download speeds of up to 375 Mbps.

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DEF CON crowd suspected in fake-hotspot attack on Delta flight - ArsTechnica Wed, 12 Aug 2026 00:08:40 GMT
FBI Atlanta confirms it's looking into the incident, no arrests made.
 
Ultrarare Nintendo Mario game cartridges discovered in Wisconsin - NBC News - Google Tue, 11 Aug 2026 22:53:12 GMT
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Amazon's new Texas data center could become the single largest polluter in the US - TechSpot Tue, 11 Aug 2026 22:46:00 GMT

In a statement to The New York Times, an Amazon spokesperson said the data center will be powered entirely by an on-site power plant, ensuring it won't raise electricity costs for local residents. The plant is expected to run on natural gas, with 35 turbines combining to generate up to...

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Trump wants Big Pharma to split MMR vaccine; Big Pharma thinks it's idiotic - ArsTechnica Tue, 11 Aug 2026 22:31:45 GMT
It took just hours for the leading pharma group to reject the recommendations.
 
Windows 11's latest update quietly ends support for picture passwords - TechSpot Tue, 11 Aug 2026 22:16:00 GMT

A recent Windows update focused on "quality improvements" and security has removed an authentication feature that quite a few users still rely on. Released on July 14, 2026, the KB5101650 update has quietly disabled support for picture password, an image-based sign-in method originally introduced in 2012 with Windows 8 as...

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Russian drones found near vital European offshore gas site, get blown up - ArsTechnica Tue, 11 Aug 2026 21:20:11 GMT
This follows many drone incursions into Romania and a failed attack in Germany.
 
The Biggest Meteor Shower Peaks Tonight. Here’s How to Watch It Live - CNET Tue, 11 Aug 2026 21:15:40 GMT
Don’t worry if you can’t travel to a good viewing spot. NASA has you covered.
 
Chrome adopts what may be the best protection yet against account takeovers - ArsTechnica Tue, 11 Aug 2026 20:59:52 GMT
Device-bound session credentials thwart an increasingly common form of account takeover.
 
Apple Extends 2026 Back to School Promotion Until September 24 - MacRumors - Google Tue, 11 Aug 2026 20:52:37 GMT
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Meta can't stop states' $1.4 trillion lawsuit from going to trial - ArsTechnica Tue, 11 Aug 2026 20:27:16 GMT
Judges tell Meta that Section 230 provides a defense, not immunity from lawsuits.
 
License plate readers can now track your phone too, thanks to new surveillance tech - TechSpot Tue, 11 Aug 2026 20:20:00 GMT

Imagine that you share a ride to work with the same colleague most mornings. As it passes by a license plate reader, the camera records the car, which can be linked through vehicle records to its registered owner. Beside it, another sensor detects signals broadcast by devices traveling nearby, such...

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Man Covers Car in Special Wrap That Breaks Flock Cameras’ Electronic Brains - Futurism - Google Tue, 11 Aug 2026 19:21:04 GMT
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The FCC approved "space mirrors" that experts say could blind stargazers and disrupt wildlife - TechSpot Tue, 11 Aug 2026 19:03:00 GMT

In July, the FCC approved Reflect Orbital's proposal to deploy satellites capable of reflecting sunlight from orbit. These "space mirrors" are designed to redirect sunlight toward specific areas of the planet's surface, with potential benefits for power generation and other applications. Experts continue to debate the plan, while the California-based...

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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.
 
Workers at OpenAI, Anthropic, and Meta say AI is making their jobs harder, not easier - TechSpot Tue, 11 Aug 2026 17:39:00 GMT

At OpenAI and Anthropic, some employees said major development pushes can last for weeks and involve more than 90 hours of work per week.

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The Legend of Zelda 40th Anniversary Nintendo Switch 2 Console Images Reportedly Leak - IGN - Google Tue, 11 Aug 2026 17:27:31 GMT
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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.
 
How to Watch Made by Google, the Pixel 11 and Watch 5 Event - CNET Wed, 05 Aug 2026 22:23:47 GMT
Google’s launch for the Pixel 11, 11 Pro, 11 Pro XL, Watch 5 takes place on Wednesday in New York City. Trevor Noah and other celebrities are set to take part.
 
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.
 
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.
 
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.
 
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.
 
Engineering Design Studio hosts alumni on their fifth, 10th … and 55th reunions - MIT Tue, 21 Jul 2026 12:00:00 GMT
A recent reunion activity, taught by EECS Senior Lecturer Gim Hom, doubled as both his “last class” and a chance to reconnect with classmates.
 
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.
 
Skies Darken as a Once-in-a-Generation Eclipse Sweeps Europe, Africa - CNET Mon, 22 Jun 2026 16:52:43 GMT
The only thing cooler than an eclipse or a sunset? When both happen at once.
 
The Best Way to Have a Truly Private Conversation Is Already on Your iPhone - CNET Fri, 17 Jun 2022 13:00:02 GMT
I use my iPhone’s Notes app whenever I need to send discreet messages. Here’s how it works.