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How to check the temperature of your PC's CPU - Engadget Sat, 03 Oct 2026 18:45:00 GMT
There's some solid free software that can help you keep tabs on your computer's health.
 
Ethernet cables can do more than just improve home internet - Engadget Sat, 03 Oct 2026 18:30:00 GMT
With some add-ons, these can gain a second life.
 
Capcom plans to use AI to speed up the game development process - Engadget Sat, 03 Oct 2026 18:27:15 GMT
The company previously said it won't use AI-generated content in its games.
 
Steam's latest survey shows 32GB RAM overtaking 16GB despite the massive price surge - TechSpot Sat, 03 Oct 2026 18:08:00 GMT

According to the Steam Survey for September 2026, 32GB is now the most common system memory configuration for gaming rigs among Steam users. The data shows 32GB systems accounted for 42.22% of all rigs sampled during September, a 4.77-point gain over August, when 16GB was still the most common configuration.

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The Nvidia Shield TV Is 7 Years Old. It Just Got a $100 Price Hike - Wired Sat, 03 Oct 2026 18:00:00 GMT
The price of anything with memory is skyrocketing thanks to AI. Aging streaming devices are no exception.
 
The original PlayStation 2 security chip has been reverse engineered - Engadget Sat, 03 Oct 2026 18:00:00 GMT
A long‑hidden PS2 security component has finally been decoded, revealing surprising design choices and opening the door to fresh hardware insights.
 
Space Marine 2 gets a massive anniversary update - Warhammer Community - Google Sat, 03 Oct 2026 17:07:05 GMT
  1. Space Marine 2 gets a massive anniversary update Warhammer Community
  2. Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2’s third year kicks off today with the Anniversary Update! focus-entmt.com
  3. Space Marine 2: Play As A Chaos Marine In The Massive III Anniversary Update Bell of Lost Souls
  4. Warhammer 40,000 Space Marine 2 gets new update: One-handed Thunder Hammer, Chaos mode and more The Times of India
  5. Space Marine 2 Anniversary Update 2 Version 15.0 Live on October 1 via Patch 1.015 MP1st
 
The ESP32, An SDR In Itself - Hack a Day Sat, 03 Oct 2026 17:00:31 GMT
Perhaps the most famous of all the software-defined radio (SDR) receivers is the RTL-SDR, a digital TV receiver on which an undocumented feature was found. Perhaps other radio-enabled chips also …read more
 
Sources: ShinyHunters member Saif al-Din Khader, aka "Rey," was detained in Jordan and is cooperating to identify other hackers involved in the FBI breach (Reuters) - Techmeme Sat, 03 Oct 2026 16:45:00 GMT

Reuters:
Sources: ShinyHunters member Saif al-Din Khader, aka “Rey,” was detained in Jordan and is cooperating to identify other hackers involved in the FBI breach — A key member of the ShinyHunters hacking group, which claims to have stolen data on every FBI employee …

 
A Riot ban followed a used Ryzen CPU to its new owner, but something is not adding up - TechSpot Sat, 03 Oct 2026 16:44:00 GMT

A redditor recently claimed they were banned from Valorant immediately after starting a match following the installation of a recently purchased AMD Ryzen 7 5800X3D. According to the user, Riot said the CPU's serial number was already on the company's anti-cheat blacklist, although Riot says it cannot find the related...

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How to customize Camera Control on your iPhone - Engadget Sat, 03 Oct 2026 16:30:00 GMT
Take a closer look at the iPhone's Camera Control feature and why tweaking it can change the way you shoot, even if you've never touched it before.
 
Former OpenAI employee says AI should be regulated like nuclear power plants - Engadget Sat, 03 Oct 2026 16:25:15 GMT
The company's former safety lead said frontier AI model releases should have "layers of redundancy and careful, time-consuming planning."
 
Why Windows 11 is always using so much RAM - Engadget Sat, 03 Oct 2026 16:00:00 GMT
Windows 11 might be using a lot of your RAM, which isn't a problem unless you experience poor performance. It helps your system run more smoothly.
 
YouTube says it is adjusting its Shorts recommendations to prioritize "original content" and reduce the reach of channels re-uploading others' content (Andrew Romero/9to5Google) - Techmeme Sat, 03 Oct 2026 15:50:01 GMT

Andrew Romero / 9to5Google:
YouTube says it is adjusting its Shorts recommendations to prioritize “original content” and reduce the reach of channels re-uploading others' content — YouTube says it wants to ‘focus on originality’ in a push to surface better Shorts recommendations for users.
 
iPhone Duo vs. iPad Mini: Which Apple device is right for you? - Engadget Sat, 03 Oct 2026 15:30:00 GMT
Apple's iPhone Duo provides a tablet-like experience with its inside screen, but this might not be better than a dedicated iPad for you.
 
Some iPhone 18 Pro Max owners are losing cell service, and Apple's fix is an entirely new phone - TechSpot Sat, 03 Oct 2026 15:19:00 GMT

Customer reports indicate the problem has affected only the iPhone 18 Pro Max on AT&T, and Apple says it has seen the same pattern. The company has released a carrier settings update and iOS 27.0.1 to keep more devices from being affected, but customers whose phones have already lost service...

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OpenAI's DevDay 2026 announcements to turn ChatGPT into a place to discover, launch, and use software could potentially disrupt the traditional app store model (Sarah Perez/TechCrunch) - Techmeme Sat, 03 Oct 2026 15:10:01 GMT

Sarah Perez / TechCrunch:
OpenAI's DevDay 2026 announcements to turn ChatGPT into a place to discover, launch, and use software could potentially disrupt the traditional app store model — The focus of OpenAI's Dev Day on Tuesday may have been on its agentic assistants known as Dots, or its new AI models, but combined …

 
One missing Google Docs feature has a pretty easy workaround - Engadget Sat, 03 Oct 2026 15:00:00 GMT
Dark mode is available on the Google Docs mobile app, but not the web version. Luckily, there are some ways to achieve dark mode on the web anyway.
 
Poll: How Many 'Mythic' Xbox Achievements Do You Reckon You'll Have? - purexbox.com - Google Sat, 03 Oct 2026 15:00:00 GMT
  1. Poll: How Many 'Mythic' Xbox Achievements Do You Reckon You'll Have? purexbox.com
  2. Available for XBOX Insiders: Mythic Achievements, One of our Most Player-Requested Features news.xbox.com
  3. Xbox’s Mythic Achievements are here and they’re just like PlayStation Platinum trophies The Verge
  4. Xbox Mythic Achievements are rolling out now, bringing ultra‑rare goals and deeper progression tracking to Insiders windowscentral.com
  5. Completion-Based Gaming Rewards: Xbox Mythic Achievements Recognize Fully Completed Games trendhunter.com
 
Capcom plans to evolve RE Engine into an "AI-generation game engine" - eurogamer.net - Google Sat, 03 Oct 2026 14:47:09 GMT
  1. Capcom plans to evolve RE Engine into an "AI-generation game engine" eurogamer.net
  2. ‘A Future Where We Create Games Together With AI’ — Capcom Announces Plans to Transform the RE Engine Into an AI-Generation Game Engine IGN
  3. Capcom is preparing for a ‘future where we create games together with AI’ The Verge
  4. Resident Evil and Onimusha developer Capcom plans to embrace AI in game development Polygon.com
  5. Capcom’s REX Project Targets AI-Assisted Game Development Gamereactor UK
 
Federal judge calls Flock search unconstitutional, as AOC and Bernie Sanders introduce bill to ban license plate readers - TechSpot Sat, 03 Oct 2026 14:35:00 GMT

Oklahoma federal judge Sara Hill described automatic license plate readers (ALPRs) as a form of indiscriminate mass surveillance, comparing them to dragnet-style searches. Her ruling suggests that networked cameras like those sold by Flock and Axon differ fundamentally from other police surveillance tools, with consequences for the law and for...

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What does FDM stand for in 3D printing and how does it work? - Engadget Sat, 03 Oct 2026 14:30:00 GMT
FDM stands for fused deposition modeling, but what does that mean, and how does it differ from other 3D printing methods? Let's find out.
 
Fixing a Power Grid That Loses Over Half Its Power to Inefficiency and Theft - Hack a Day Sat, 03 Oct 2026 14:00:11 GMT
[Mini Shaji Thomas] has a deeply interesting article on IEEE Spectrum detailing how the power distribution system for a city of over twenty million people went from failing to first-class. …read more
 
How to know it's time to replace your Apple Pencil's tip - Engadget Sat, 03 Oct 2026 14:00:00 GMT
Your Apple Pencil tips won't last forever.
 
What's the difference between Google Pay and Google Wallet? - Engadget Sat, 03 Oct 2026 13:45:00 GMT
The history of Google Wallet and Google Pay has led to a great deal of confusion.
 
A look at a radio show co-hosted by an AI DJ and a human that is expanding in LA and other cities, as radio workers worry synthetic hosts may soon replace them (Nilesh Christopher/Los Angeles Times) - Techmeme Sat, 03 Oct 2026 13:35:01 GMT

Nilesh Christopher / Los Angeles Times:
A look at a radio show co-hosted by an AI DJ and a human that is expanding in LA and other cities, as radio workers worry synthetic hosts may soon replace them — - 8 min Click here to listen to this article — Coyotec, an AI co-host on Los Angeles' José FM …

 
How Apple's Thunderbolt ports are different from USB-C - Engadget Sat, 03 Oct 2026 13:30:00 GMT
Your Mac might have a combination of Thunderbolt and standard USB-C ports, each with different capabilities.
 
Apple to replace iPhone 18 Pro Max facing AT&T glitch (AAPL) - Seeking Alpha - Google Sat, 03 Oct 2026 13:29:18 GMT
  1. Apple to replace iPhone 18 Pro Max facing AT&T glitch (AAPL) Seeking Alpha
  2. Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max AT&T Glitch Requires Device Replacements Yahoo Finance
  3. Apple Says iPhone 18 Pro Max Users With AT&T Cellular Issue Need to Have Device Replaced macrumors.com
  4. iPhone 18 Pro Max Can’t Make a Call on AT&T? Apple Says It Will Replace It for Free CNET
  5. If your iPhone 18 Pro Max always says SOS, you need to get it replaced appleinsider.com
 
California will fine robotaxi companies if their vehicles block first responders - Engadget Sat, 03 Oct 2026 13:19:19 GMT
California's new rule will penalize robotaxi companies if their vehicles block first responders for more than 30 minutes.
 
This $100 Power Washer Whupped My More Expensive Model. I Was as Shocked as Anyone - CNET Sat, 03 Oct 2026 13:00:00 GMT
Electric power washers range in price from $100 to $400. I tested one at each end of the price spectrum to see how they compare.
 
This is one of the cheapest ways to add Dolby Atmos to your TV - Engadget Sat, 03 Oct 2026 13:00:00 GMT
Immersive sound doesn't have to break the bank.
 
Is YouTube TV worth your money anymore? - Engadget Sat, 03 Oct 2026 12:45:00 GMT
Sports fans might love it, but who else?
 
How to adjust the audio quality in Apple Music - Engadget Sat, 03 Oct 2026 12:30:00 GMT
Apple Music offers both lossless streaming and EQ features, if you know where to look.
 
Is a Nintendo 3DS still worth buying in 2026? - Engadget Sat, 03 Oct 2026 12:15:00 GMT
The Nintendo 3DS was Nintendo's last true portable console. While it stopped getting new games long ago, it can still be a great option.
 
10 Handy Ways To Reuse Your Old Android Phone - Engadget Sat, 03 Oct 2026 12:15:00 GMT
Before you toss that aging Android, see how it can become a surprisingly handy tool in your daily routine with a few creative repurposing ideas.
 
Photography adventures, chaotic sheepherding and other new indie games worth checking out - Engadget Sat, 03 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMT
Plus, indie game Star Wars: Galactic Racer is an absolute blast.
 
This Harry Potter Edition Phone From Realme Is the Coolest Collab of 2026 - CNET Sat, 03 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMT
I got my Hogwarts acceptance letter. Surprisingly, it also came with a special-edition Harry Potter-themed phone.
 
Muse Creates Detailed Profiles of All Your Friends and Family - Wired Sat, 03 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMT
Millions have downloaded Meta’s AI agent Muse. But getting it to do your bidding comes with privacy costs.
 
How to Collect CDs - Wired Sat, 03 Oct 2026 11:30:00 GMT
Fed up with paying to stream music you’ll never actually own? Give the little silver disc a spin. Here’s how to start a CD collection or get more out of one you already have.
 
The dawn of the age of the exoskeleton - ArsTechnica Sat, 03 Oct 2026 11:15:33 GMT
The devices continue to show noticeable benefits for users in various real-world tasks.
 
The Best E-Readers That Aren't a Kindle (2026): Kobo, Boox - Wired Sat, 03 Oct 2026 11:05:00 GMT
Want to untether your reading from Amazon? These Kindle alternatives deserve a spot on your nightstand.
 
Own The OSD Chip In Your Cheap Composite Monitor - Hack a Day Sat, 03 Oct 2026 11:00:21 GMT
[Ogrinz Labs] has built a Robbie the Robot suit, which is super-cool, but has a huge flaw. When inside the suit, he’s too tall to do what the original Robbie …read more
 
Just days after Gemini Argon launch, Google updates AI plans to limit free use significantly - Neowin - Google Sat, 03 Oct 2026 10:48:00 GMT
  1. Just days after Gemini Argon launch, Google updates AI plans to limit free use significantly Neowin
  2. Google AI Plus and free users are losing access to Gemini models, and it's happening very soon XDA
  3. Google Antigravity adds Anthropic's Claude Opus 5.5 and Sonnet 5.5 Startup Fortune
  4. Google Is Changing Its Free AI Access: Here Is What You Need to Know nokiapoweruser.com
  5. Google blocks Gemini Flash for free users and Pro for AI Plus on Oct 9 Pasquale Pillitteri
 
Best Mosquito Repellents for Your Yard: What Works and What Doesn’t (2026) - Wired Sat, 03 Oct 2026 10:03:00 GMT
After years of testing repellents, traps, and sprays, I found a few ways to keep the bugs at bay—and plenty that aren’t worth the effort.
 
Center for Technology & Statecraft: Chinese fabs had acquired ~343 DUVi tools by early 2026, with ~270 from ASML; DUVi can be adapted to make 7nm chips and HBM (Howard Liu/South China Morning Post) - Techmeme Sat, 03 Oct 2026 09:41:06 GMT

Howard Liu / South China Morning Post:
Center for Technology & Statecraft: Chinese fabs had acquired ~343 DUVi tools by early 2026, with ~270 from ASML; DUVi can be adapted to make 7nm chips and HBM — DUV tools, though not as advanced as EUV, can be adapted to manufacture 7-nm logic chips and advanced memory for AI processors, report says.
 
A Decade-Long Experiment Is Unlocking the Mysteries of the Ocean’s ‘Deep Reefs’ - Wired Sat, 03 Oct 2026 09:00:00 GMT
Scientists left structures up to 100 meters under the surface. Here’s what they found when they retrieved them 10 years later.
 
That’s No Moon… That’s an Exoplanet! - Hack a Day Sat, 03 Oct 2026 08:00:24 GMT
It wasn’t that long ago that a science teacher would have told students that there was no evidence of planets around other star systems. Even more recently, they might have …read more
 
Konami teases that Belmont’s Curse won’t be the end for Castlevania - Nintendo Everything - Google Sat, 03 Oct 2026 07:21:24 GMT
  1. Konami teases that Belmont’s Curse won’t be the end for Castlevania Nintendo Everything
  2. PS5 drops free Castlevania: Belmont's Curse demo, and this gothic adventure is not one to miss gamingbible.com
  3. Star Wars Jedi 3 to be released in 2027 - the game might be shown before The Game Awards ixbt.games
  4. 'CASTLEVANIA' DEMO REVIEW: 'Curse'? The Belmonts are back, baby! Nerdvana Media
  5. The Vampire Hunt Begins, Castlevania Belmont’s Curse Launches Playable Demo Today KONAMI GROUP CORPORATION
 
A look at the Swarmchasers forum, which has 400 members, including the Nightingale Collective and Transluce, who comb the web for traces of rogue AI agents (Robert McMillan/Wall Street Journal) - Techmeme Sat, 03 Oct 2026 06:35:01 GMT

Robert McMillan / Wall Street Journal:
A look at the Swarmchasers forum, which has 400 members, including the Nightingale Collective and Transluce, who comb the web for traces of rogue AI agents — Swarm chasers hunt for clues of bad behavior. Their work is our starkest understanding yet of what happens when AI goes wrong.
 
Relay, which develops cloud-hosted, AI-powered smart radio communicators for frontline workers, raised $36M to help businesses capture "frontline intelligence" (Mike Wheatley/SiliconANGLE) - Techmeme Sat, 03 Oct 2026 05:55:57 GMT

Mike Wheatley / SiliconANGLE:
Relay, which develops cloud-hosted, AI-powered smart radio communicators for frontline workers, raised $36M to help businesses capture “frontline intelligence” — The business communications startup Relay Inc. says it's trying to capture “frontline intelligence” …

 
Nasdaq-listed neocloud Nebius acquires Inferize, whose tech helps optimize GPU utilization and reduce AI request costs, sources say for $100M to $150M (Meir Orbach/CTech) - Techmeme Sat, 03 Oct 2026 05:45:00 GMT

Meir Orbach / CTech:
Nasdaq-listed neocloud Nebius acquires Inferize, whose tech helps optimize GPU utilization and reduce AI request costs, sources say for $100M to $150M — The Israeli startup, which was founded by former Granulate executives and employs 17 people, built technology designed to reduce idle GPU capacity when AI demand changes.
 
Elon Musk confirms TSMC discussions on a Terafab deal to supply Tesla, SpaceX, and xAI, as TSMC also mulls a Texas presence; Musk didn't elaborate (Tim Culpan/Culpium) - Techmeme Sat, 03 Oct 2026 05:30:02 GMT

Tim Culpan / Culpium:
Elon Musk confirms TSMC discussions on a Terafab deal to supply Tesla, SpaceX, and xAI, as TSMC also mulls a Texas presence; Musk didn't elaborate — [Exclusive] Taiwanese foundry giant may use Terafab as anchor client for a future Texas semiconductor factory
 
Reco, whose tech helps enterprises secure and govern AI agents across SaaS environments, raised a $55M Series B extension, taking its total funding to $140M (Ram Iyer/TechCrunch) - Techmeme Sat, 03 Oct 2026 05:11:01 GMT

Ram Iyer / TechCrunch:
Reco, whose tech helps enterprises secure and govern AI agents across SaaS environments, raised a $55M Series B extension, taking its total funding to $140M — Terms like “AI sprawl” have become common fare on tech social media and in thought leadership as enterprises start deploying AI agents en masse.
 
Is This The Smallest Internet Radio? - Hack a Day Sat, 03 Oct 2026 05:00:39 GMT
Internet radios have been a thing in some form for the last quarter century, and the advent of cheap networked microcontrollers has made them easier than ever to build. But …read more
 
20% Off Brooks Promo Code | October 2026 - Wired Sat, 03 Oct 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Enjoy 20% off your first order with a Brooks coupon code, plus top discounts and deals on our favorite Brooks running shoes.
 
Hoka Coupon Codes: 30% Off in October 2026 - Wired Sat, 03 Oct 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Unlock free expedited shipping or 10% off with today’s Hoka discount codes, plus save up to 30% with the best discounts for October 2026.
 
Chewy Promo Codes: $20 Off October 2026 - Wired Sat, 03 Oct 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Explore Chewy coupon codes for $30 off, $20 off your first order of $49, 50% off pet food, and more October 2026 discounts.
 
50% Off DoorDash Promo Code | October 2026 - Wired Sat, 03 Oct 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Explore today’s top DoorDash promo codes for $25 off your first order, free delivery, and 50% off DashPass for students and select users.
 
Surfshark Promo Codes: 87% Off | October 2026 - Wired Sat, 03 Oct 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Save up to 87% with a Surfshark coupon code, 3 months of VPN free today, and more from WIRED.
 
Klook Promo Code: 25% Off October 2026 - Wired Sat, 03 Oct 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Maximize your travel budget with our expert guide to finding Klook coupons, app-exclusive deals, and payment discounts on tours, hotels, and transport.
 
Onsemi revises its Synaptics acquisition to a ~$5.7B all-cash offer, down from the ~$7B all-stock deal announced in June, after Synaptics received another bid (Elias Schisgall/Wall Street Journal) - Techmeme Sat, 03 Oct 2026 04:45:05 GMT

Elias Schisgall / Wall Street Journal:
Onsemi revises its Synaptics acquisition to a ~$5.7B all-cash offer, down from the ~$7B all-stock deal announced in June, after Synaptics received another bid — ON Semiconductor says it will pay $123 a share for Synaptics, giving the deal a value of around $5.7 billion
 
2026 Retrocomputing Challenge: Lunar Lander on the PDP-1 - Hack a Day Sat, 03 Oct 2026 02:00:48 GMT
A lot of the retrocomputing world is focused on the 1980s, and for good reason– the home computer revolution was in full swing in that decade, and there is a …read more
 
A US judge rules an officer's use of Flock to search a car's license plate was a form of "indiscriminate mass surveillance", and violated the Fourth Amendment (Jason Koebler/404 Media) - Techmeme Sat, 03 Oct 2026 01:40:52 GMT

Jason Koebler / 404 Media:
A US judge rules an officer's use of Flock to search a car's license plate was a form of “indiscriminate mass surveillance”, and violated the Fourth Amendment — Flock's nationwide network is quickly “approaching dragnet-type law enforcement practice” and the cop should have got a warrant, the judge wrote.
 
Supabase raised $150M led by Singapore's GIC and agrees to acquire Turso, which offers a database optimized for AI agents, for an undisclosed sum (Maria Deutscher/SiliconANGLE) - Techmeme Sat, 03 Oct 2026 00:50:01 GMT

Maria Deutscher / SiliconANGLE:
Supabase raised $150M led by Singapore's GIC and agrees to acquire Turso, which offers a database optimized for AI agents, for an undisclosed sum — Supabase Inc., a startup that commercializes the open-source PostgreSQL database, has raised $150 million in funding. — Singapore's GIC sovereign wealth fund led the deal.
 
Meta wants your next gadget to be Muse-infused - TechCrunch - Google Sat, 03 Oct 2026 00:45:39 GMT
  1. Meta wants your next gadget to be Muse-infused TechCrunch
  2. Solving Open Research Problems Together research.meta.ai
  3. Meta open sources code to let you make Muse AI gadgets The Verge
  4. Meta’s Muse and OpenAI’s Dots Increase Demand for Chips and Software Barron's
  5. The Next Christmas Craze Will Be These Cute AI Gadgets | by Jeff Hayward | Ai-Ai-OH | Oct, 2026 Medium
 
Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds "Final Content Drop Of Year One" Arrives This Month - Nintendo Life - Google Sat, 03 Oct 2026 00:30:00 GMT
  1. Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds "Final Content Drop Of Year One" Arrives This Month Nintendo Life
  2. ANNOUNCING OUR TOURNAMENT CREATORS, TWITCH DROPS, AND YEAR TWO SEGA
  3. Avatar Legends DLC incoming for Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds, release date set Nintendo Everything
  4. One Year of Racing with Sonic: 'Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds' Starts Hatsune Miku 2nd Festa Inven Global
  5. SEGA wanted people to keep playing Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds through content updates, Season Pass model was used to "secure additional funding" GoNintendo
 
David Robinson, who worked on OpenAI's Safety Systems team and had previously led policy planning, left OpenAI last week (Business Insider) - Techmeme Fri, 02 Oct 2026 23:55:35 GMT

Business Insider:
David Robinson, who worked on OpenAI's Safety Systems team and had previously led policy planning, left OpenAI last week — - David Robinson, a leader on OpenAI's Safety Systems team, resigned last week. — In a published essay, he suggested the company doesn't have enough humility to handle AI responsibly.
 
Leaked Slack messages show OpenAI employees' pushback in June to Greg Brockman's Leading the Future ties, contributing to Brockman reneging on a $25M donation (Garrison Lovely/Semafor) - Techmeme Fri, 02 Oct 2026 23:50:01 GMT

Garrison Lovely / Semafor:
Leaked Slack messages show OpenAI employees' pushback in June to Greg Brockman's Leading the Future ties, contributing to Brockman reneging on a $25M donation — THE SCOOP — On June 1, OpenAI chief strategy officer Jason Kwon gave employees a preview of a blog post denying the company …

 
Hollywood’s Newest Media Colossus: Paramount and Warner Bros. Merge Under Skydance - CNET Fri, 02 Oct 2026 23:19:43 GMT
Skydance will now be one of the largest media companies in history, consolidating film studios, broadcast and cable networks, news and streaming.
 
Apple changes full-disk access permissions to curb abuse from AI agents - Ars Technica - Google Fri, 02 Oct 2026 23:03:16 GMT
  1. Apple changes full-disk access permissions to curb abuse from AI agents Ars Technica
  2. Apple says it will flag AI requests for Mac data after Meta's Muse draws complaints Reuters
  3. Apple to Tighten Mac Data Controls in Guard Against AI Agents Bloomberg.com
  4. Apple will update Macs to protect users from AI agents with full disk access Mashable
  5. Apple Announces Plan to Impose New Full Disk Access Controls on Mac Developers MacStories
 
Apple changes full-disk access permissions to curb abuse from AI agents - ArsTechnica Fri, 02 Oct 2026 23:03:16 GMT
Meta says FDA isn't sufficient to Muse reading messages. Apple begs to differ.
 
Electronic Busy Board is Fun for Kids and Hackers - Hack a Day Fri, 02 Oct 2026 23:00:40 GMT
While you may not be familiar with the term “busy board”, you’ve almost certainly seen one. It’s the sort of toy with a bunch of buttons, switches, and of course …read more
 
Contest-Winning Microscope Video Is Full of AI Confabulations, Scientists Say - Gizmodo - Google Fri, 02 Oct 2026 23:00:33 GMT
  1. Contest-Winning Microscope Video Is Full of AI Confabulations, Scientists Say Gizmodo
  2. Tiny image sparks big backlash in Nikon photo contest BBC
  3. Winner of Nikon microscopy photo contest faces criticism over AI usage CNN
  4. Nikon re-reviews video contest winner after complaints about AI use usatoday.com
  5. Nikon ‘Re-Reviewing’ Winner of Small World in Motion Contest After AI Accusation PetaPixel
 
iPhone 18 Pro Max Can’t Make a Call on AT&T? Apple Says It Will Replace It for Free - CNET Fri, 02 Oct 2026 22:37:43 GMT
A software and carrier settings update should prevent future problems, but people who have been affected will need a replacement phone.
 
Maximizing Privacy? New Apple Home Security Cameras Reportedly Won’t Record Video - CNET Fri, 02 Oct 2026 22:25:49 GMT
Instead of a watchable video stream, you’ll get text descriptions or alerts about detected people, pets or activity.
 
California Legalized Plug-In Balcony Solar Panels, but Don’t Buy Any Just Yet - CNET Fri, 02 Oct 2026 22:24:33 GMT
Units that comply with the new law are expected by spring.
 
Sony's new PS5 Pro lottery requires 60 hours of playtime just to apply - TechSpot Fri, 02 Oct 2026 22:07:00 GMT

Despite the significant backlash over its plan to stop manufacturing discs for new games in 2028, Sony remains massively popular in the console business. The PlayStation 5 Pro is so popular, in fact, that the company is now trying to head off scalping by limiting how many customers can get...

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Miami Heat to play as Vice City from Grand Theft Auto VI for single game, with new court and uniforms - Yahoo Sports - Google Fri, 02 Oct 2026 21:21:34 GMT
  1. Miami Heat to play as Vice City from Grand Theft Auto VI for single game, with new court and uniforms Yahoo Sports
  2. Miami Heat announce 'A Night in Vice City' theme ahead of GTA VI release ESPN
  3. MIAMI HEAT AND ROCKSTAR GAMES® BRING A NIGHT IN VICE CITY TO KASEYA CENTER NBA.com
  4. Miami Heat tease release of new 'Vice City' jerseys on the night before 'Grand Theft Auto VI' release Fox News
  5. GTA 6 marketing stunt reveals none of our UK editors have heard of the Miami Heat PC Gamer
 
Someone got Doom in an SQL database - ArsTechnica Fri, 02 Oct 2026 21:19:05 GMT
1,300 lines of SQL querying renders accurate bitmapped views of Hell at 35 fps.
 
End of Abyss Review: Samus-Inspired Survival Success - Game Informer - Google Fri, 02 Oct 2026 21:13:00 GMT
  1. End of Abyss Review: Samus-Inspired Survival Success Game Informer
  2. End of Abyss: Explore and Fight Through the Abyss’ Horror news.xbox.com
  3. End Of Abyss Patch Fixes Most Of My Complaints Just One Day After Launch gamespot.com
  4. Resident Evil Meets Little Nightmares in Terrifying New Horror Game Polygon.com
  5. End of Abyss Update 1.012 Fixes Freeze Issue on All Platforms MP1st
 
Vibe-Coded Mashup Mods Have Taken Over X This Week - IGN - Google Fri, 02 Oct 2026 21:09:28 GMT
  1. Vibe-Coded Mashup Mods Have Taken Over X This Week IGN
  2. ‘Minecraft In Elden Ring’—Vibe Coders Are Remixing Video Games With AI Forbes
  3. Minecraft runs inside Elden Ring as modders mash up entire games TweakTown
  4. AI Is Now Allowing Modders To Merge Entire Games Together tech4gamers.com
  5. Modders are now merging entire games, from Minecraft in Elden Ring to Mario Kart in COD Zombies VideoCardz.com
 
Only one browser has this really helpful search tool - The Washington Post - Google Fri, 02 Oct 2026 21:00:00 GMT
Only one browser has this really helpful search tool The Washington Post
 
‘HomePad’ coming: Will Apple hold an October special event? - 9to5Mac - Google Fri, 02 Oct 2026 20:31:00 GMT
  1. ‘HomePad’ coming: Will Apple hold an October special event? 9to5Mac
  2. Apple's smart hub shows its new view of the tech consumer — and its ambition Yahoo Finance
  3. Apple’s September was huge. October could be even bigger macworld.com
  4. Apple Stores Receive 'Do Not Open' Boxes Ahead of Smart Home Products Launch macrumors.com
  5. Dear Apple Stock Fans, Mark Your Calendars for October 13 Barchart.com
 
Amazon’s $1B plan to combat data center backlash draws more backlash - ArsTechnica Fri, 02 Oct 2026 20:30:27 GMT
Amazon praised for ending NDAs but slammed for downplaying data center pollution.
 
Patient-zero drill put health facilities to the test—40% of them failed - ArsTechnica Fri, 02 Oct 2026 20:07:59 GMT
Actors with makeup and fake symptoms staggered into 73 healthcare facilities.
 
MIT releases financials and endowment figures for 2026 - MIT Fri, 02 Oct 2026 20:00:00 GMT
The Institute’s pooled investments returned 10.3 percent last year; endowment stands at $29.2 billion.
 
Met Warehouse dedication ceremony launches new era - MIT Fri, 02 Oct 2026 20:00:00 GMT
Once a storage castle, now a design stronghold, the landmark building is a major new hub at MIT.
 
ICE Has Been Dumping Protester Photos Into a Palantir Database - Wired Fri, 02 Oct 2026 19:52:36 GMT
DHS agents not only tracked and intimidated people observing ICE activity in Maine, but stored information about them in a Palantir-built database, newly unsealed court filings say.
 
Can AI Fix Your Chaotic Inbox? I Unleashed It On 200,000 Unread Emails - CNET Fri, 02 Oct 2026 19:43:32 GMT
I sifted through a boatload of emails with the help of Gemini.
 
Computational tools for society’s most complex challenges - MIT Fri, 02 Oct 2026 19:30:00 GMT
Associate Professor Cathy Wu uses reinforcement learning to help map out improvements to transportation and other multifaceted systems.
 
Lyft settles landmark driver misclassification lawsuit for $272.5M - ArsTechnica Fri, 02 Oct 2026 19:09:49 GMT
Critics say workers are still owed far more.
 
Android malware can steal your PIN and bank logins - Fox News - Google Fri, 02 Oct 2026 19:00:23 GMT
  1. Android malware can steal your PIN and bank logins Fox News
  2. RATHat Android Banking Trojan Uses Gemini AI and ADB Shell to Take Control of Devices cyberpress.org
  3. RatHat's Evolving C2 Panel Points to Malware-as-a-Service Model Infosecurity Magazine
  4. RatHat Android Malware Console Uses Gemini to Identify Higher-Value Victims The Hacker News
  5. Group-IB uncovers RemControl, the Android banking trojan built with AI help Pasquale Pillitteri
 
The 2008 economic crisis changed the US's relationship with energy - ArsTechnica Fri, 02 Oct 2026 18:56:21 GMT
It wasn't obvious at the time, but the US uncoupled carbon emissions and GDP growth.
 
US arrests tech CEO accused of smuggling $300M in Nvidia chips into China - ArsTechnica Fri, 02 Oct 2026 18:39:36 GMT
Nvidia’s chip-smuggling problem won’t go away as arrests continue.
 
Nvidia Is Killing Its Beloved Base Shield TV - Gizmodo - Google Fri, 02 Oct 2026 18:25:01 GMT
  1. Nvidia Is Killing Its Beloved Base Shield TV Gizmodo
  2. The 7-year-old Nvidia Shield TV is now $100 more expensive due to AI Ars Technica
  3. NVIDIA Raises Shield TV Pro Price to $299, Discontinues Standard Shield TV TechPowerUp
  4. The Nvidia Shield Pro is getting a 50% price hike due to the AI component crisis — I sure hope Nvidia can work out who's responsible for this techradar.com
  5. Nvidia raises the Shield TV Pro price by $100—seven years after launch How-To Geek
 
This Shoe Company’s Instagram Ad With a Frat Is Pissing People Off - Wired Fri, 02 Oct 2026 18:19:53 GMT
A collaborative Instagram post between footwear line HeyDude and a University of Florida frat is sparking backlash due to sexual cyber-harassment allegations against two former members.
 
This new ChatGPT scam tricks you into installing malware – how to spot the trap - ZDNET - Google Fri, 02 Oct 2026 18:18:57 GMT
  1. This new ChatGPT scam tricks you into installing malware – how to spot the trap ZDNET
  2. Malicious Custom GPT on chatgpt.com lures users into installing a RAT Help Net Security
  3. Malicious Custom GPTs Turn ChatGPT Into RAT Delivery Lure Dark Reading
  4. Attackers Abuse ChatGPT Custom GPTs to Deliver RAT via ClickFix Lures The Hacker News
  5. A fake ChatGPT sneaks into Google and can take control of your computer: Here’s how the scam works Diario AS
 
Research roundup: 6 cool science stories we almost missed - ArsTechnica Fri, 02 Oct 2026 18:17:27 GMT
Also: Spooky action at the LHC, Ice Age psychoactive use, yeast for building homes on Mars, and more.
 
Twelve South launches tiny new ‘Airfly Drive’ wireless CarPlay adapter [Updated] - 9to5Mac - Google Fri, 02 Oct 2026 18:15:00 GMT
  1. Twelve South launches tiny new ‘Airfly Drive’ wireless CarPlay adapter [Updated] 9to5Mac
  2. Twelve South launches new Airfly Drive wireless CarPlay and Android Auto adapter 9to5Toys
  3. My car has heated seats and a moonroof — this gadget is the upgrade I actually needed AOL.com
  4. New 'AirFly Drive' Accessory Turns Wired CarPlay Into Wireless CarPlay macrumors.com
  5. This tiny gadget turns your CarPay or Android Auto wireless – without upgrading your car Yahoo Autos
 
ASUS ROG Edition 20 - Celebrating 20 years of Republic of Gamers - TechPowerUp - Google Fri, 02 Oct 2026 18:00:01 GMT
  1. ASUS ROG Edition 20 - Celebrating 20 years of Republic of Gamers TechPowerUp
  2. ROG brings out the ultra-stylish G1000 gaming desktop GadgetMatch
  3. On-Site Report from the ROG 20th Anniversary Event at Olympian City, Hong Kong! Demos of Street Fighter 6, Monster Hunter Wilds, and More on the Latest Gaming Setups Saiga NAK
  4. ASUS Launches 6 "ROG Edition 20" Products! An RTX 5090 Priced at Approximately ¥1.2 Million Also Appears ASCII.jp
  5. ASUS Republic of Gamers Launches ROG G1000 Gaming Desktop and ROG Edition 20 Gears in the Philippines Village Pipol
 
Drug Use, Nudity, and Sexual Fetishes All in GTA 6 - Push Square - Google Fri, 02 Oct 2026 18:00:00 GMT
  1. Drug Use, Nudity, and Sexual Fetishes All in GTA 6 Push Square
  2. GTA 6 Will Have Sex Scenes, According to New Zealand Ratings Board IGN
  3. ‘GTA 6’ Rated PEGI 18 For Decapitation, Sex Scenes And Cocaine Forbes
  4. GTA 6 Rating Officially Confirms Sex Will Indeed Be in the Game Polygon.com
  5. GTA 6 Gets Official ESRB Rating and It's as Mature as You'd Expect IGN
 
Pokémon TCG’s Final 2026 Set Is Already Causing Even More Preorder Chaos - IGN - Google Fri, 02 Oct 2026 18:00:00 GMT
  1. Pokémon TCG’s Final 2026 Set Is Already Causing Even More Preorder Chaos IGN
  2. Play at a Pokémon TCG: Mega Evolution—Delta Reign Prerelease Event Pokemon.com
  3. "Delta Reign" Prerelease Promos and More English Cards Revealed! pokebeach.com
  4. Pokémon Tcg's Next Big Set Available Weeks Before It Officially Releases imdb.com
  5. Zorua Illustration Rare Revealed Ahead of Delta Reign Joseph Writer Anderson
 
Gemini app gains new ‘Map’ tool, replacing ‘/’ with ‘@’ - 9to5Google - Google Fri, 02 Oct 2026 17:55:00 GMT
  1. Gemini app gains new ‘Map’ tool, replacing ‘/’ with ‘@’ 9to5Google
  2. Google is quietly ditching the ‘Spark’ brand to merge tasks directly into Gemini Chrome Unboxed
  3. Google adds a Map tool to Gemini, but only on phones Android Authority
  4. Gemini Overlay Could Soon Get a Handy Chat and Task Switch SammyGuru
  5. Gemini just got a Map tool, but desktop users are left out Absolute Geeks
 
Europe is building its own payment network to finally compete with Visa and Mastercard - TechSpot Fri, 02 Oct 2026 17:47:00 GMT

The original ENP initiative launched in 2023, but European sovereignty is now becoming a truly critical issue. The new network's founders include Bizum (Spain), Bancomat (Italy), European digital wallet company Wero, SIBS-MB WAY, and Vipps MobilePay.

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US military ends long-running program to spot nuclear missile launches - ArsTechnica Fri, 02 Oct 2026 17:32:14 GMT
A newer program has been operational since 2011, and the next generation could launch within 12 months.
 
Fairphone 6+ reviews: a repairability champion, but $650 is a tough sell - TechSpot Fri, 02 Oct 2026 17:24:00 GMT
Now available in the US, the Fairphone 6+ stands out with its replaceable battery, microSD slot, 5-year warranty, and software support through 2033. That longevity comes at a price, though: at $650, reviewers note that its cameras, performance, and water resistance fall short of what similarly priced phones typically offer.
 
This startup pays NYC residents to run air conditioners on free batteries - ArsTechnica Fri, 02 Oct 2026 17:20:21 GMT
Bonus: Every Electric’s batteries are beloved by household cats.
 
I love the iPhone 18 Pro Max, but I’m not ditching my iPhone 17 Pro Max. Here’s why - CNN - Google Fri, 02 Oct 2026 17:15:00 GMT
  1. I love the iPhone 18 Pro Max, but I’m not ditching my iPhone 17 Pro Max. Here’s why CNN
  2. iPhone 18 Pro vs Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra camera comparison: a choice between realism and style techradar.com
  3. iPhone 18 Pro review: A massive camera update is just the beginning appleinsider.com
  4. Pixel 11 Pro vs. iPhone 18 Pro: Copy-copy-paste or just copy-paste [Video] 9to5Google
  5. iPhone 18 Pro Vs iPhone 18 Pro Max: Comparing Their Displays And Batteries Engadget
 
Apple Watch Series 12 In-Depth Review: Worth Upgrading? - dcrainmaker.com - Google Fri, 02 Oct 2026 17:13:16 GMT
  1. Apple Watch Series 12 In-Depth Review: Worth Upgrading? dcrainmaker.com
  2. Apple Watch Ultra 4 is an AI Powerhouse With Fitness and Health Improvements, But Do You Need it? Slowtwitch News
  3. Apple Watch Series 12 vs Apple Watch Ultra 4: A side by side comparison Lifestyle Asia Hong Kong
  4. I tested the Apple Watch 12’s heart rate accuracy vs a chest strap for running, cycling, HIIT and strength workouts — here's my verdict Tom's Guide
  5. Here’s how to get a readiness score on your older Apple Watch stuff.tv
 
Documenting the tech worker movement - MIT Fri, 02 Oct 2026 17:00:00 GMT
Writing as a participant and researcher, PhD student JS Tan SM ’22 has co-authored a new book about the rise of tech worker protests and the employer backlash that followed.
 
7 iOS 27 features that make old iPhones exciting again (no Apple Intelligence needed) - ZDNET - Google Fri, 02 Oct 2026 16:56:36 GMT
  1. 7 iOS 27 features that make old iPhones exciting again (no Apple Intelligence needed) ZDNET
  2. Your iPhone has a Siri AI kill switch. Here’s how to use it Fast Company
  3. iOS 27’s Siri gets one thing very right that other AI assistants get wrong 9to5Mac
  4. With iOS 27, Apple Is Quietly Setting the Stage to Paywall Your iPhone PCMag
  5. 5 hidden iOS 27 upgrades that make a big difference – and why I love them ZDNET
 
Most of Us Have Been Cyberattack Targets, Consumer Reports Finds. AI Isn’t Helping - CNET Fri, 02 Oct 2026 16:53:34 GMT
From snooping smart glasses to AI bots going rogue, I’m not surprised US adults are more concerned about their privacy.
 
The NHL Is Releasing Its Own ‘Hot’ Fanfic. Romance Lovers Hate It - Wired Fri, 02 Oct 2026 16:37:32 GMT
The league is releasing romance-style audio stories to promote games. Critics say it’s cheap pandering that doesn’t address toxic masculinity in the sport.
 
Nacon’s new PS5 controller can mix audio from your phone and console - The Verge - Google Fri, 02 Oct 2026 16:35:13 GMT
  1. Nacon’s new PS5 controller can mix audio from your phone and console The Verge
  2. NACON Introduces the Revolution 5 Unlimited Gaming Controller TechPowerUp
  3. Nacon’s Revolution 5 Unlimited PS5 Controller Sets A New High Bar Forbes
  4. The revolution continues on unabated as NACON reveals a new premium PlayStation 5 controller Gaming Age
  5. Nacon's new Revolution 5 Unlimited is a 'high-end asymmetric controller' officially licensed for PS5 and the first to offer a built-in screen and TMR magnetic tech — and you can pre-order it noW Yahoo Tech
 
Control Resonant Made The Right Choice Leaving The Oldest House Behind - kotaku.com - Google Fri, 02 Oct 2026 16:30:23 GMT
  1. Control Resonant Made The Right Choice Leaving The Oldest House Behind kotaku.com
  2. Control Resonant’s New Patch Misses A Much-Needed Addition Forbes
  3. If Only All Games Had Control Resonant's Assist Mode Engadget
  4. How Control Resonant’s art design and tech shaped its bosses, paranaturally-twisted Manhattan and more PlayStation.Blog
  5. Control Resonant Hotfix 1.4.1 Released for Progression Fixes via Update 1.400.100 on October 2 MP1st
 
Scammers are selling fake Blu-ray drives to PS3 emulation fans - TechSpot Fri, 02 Oct 2026 16:16:00 GMT

Developers of the RPCS3 PS3 emulator recently shared a warning about the latest fraud attempts targeting PS3 fans in search of a new Blu-ray drive. An unknown number of scammers are now trying to sell "fake" Blu-ray drives that appear to be newer models but use the same, incompatible internals...

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Christopher Ward Brings Back a Modern Classic, with Serious Improvements - Gear Patrol - Google Fri, 02 Oct 2026 16:09:36 GMT
Christopher Ward Brings Back a Modern Classic, with Serious Improvements Gear Patrol
 
Cybertruck sales in free fall as Tesla reports mediocre sales for Q3 - ArsTechnica Fri, 02 Oct 2026 16:05:26 GMT
Tesla met analysts expectations as it sold fewer cars in Q3 2026 than Q3 2025.
 
Critics call Star Wars: Galactic Racer one of the best arcade racers in years - TechSpot Fri, 02 Oct 2026 16:02:00 GMT
Star Wars: Galactic Racer is earning widespread praise for its breakneck speed, satisfying handling, deep customization, and mix of roguelite progression and multiplayer. Critics highlight its Burnout-like thrills and substantial replayability. The consensus: it's not just a great Star Wars game, but one of the standout arcade racers in years.
 
These AI Experts Want to Do High-Stakes Research Out in the Open - Wired Fri, 02 Oct 2026 16:00:00 GMT
Many frontier labs keep their risky research locked away. Trillium Labs wants to show off its work when it comes to self-improvement and model behavior.
 
Using an iPad mini to preview the iPhone Duo experience - 9to5Mac - Google Fri, 02 Oct 2026 16:00:00 GMT
  1. Using an iPad mini to preview the iPhone Duo experience 9to5Mac
  2. Apple’s Biggest Battleground for Foldable Phones Is China WSJ
  3. iPhone Duo Vs. iPad Mini: Which Apple Device Is Right For You? Engadget
  4. Apple Will Sell 6 Million iPhone Duos in 2026, Counterpoint Says Bloomberg.com
  5. iPhone Duo Cheat Sheet: Price, Specs, Features and More techrepublic.com
 
Brand New GTA 6 Screenshots Focus on Lucia and Jason's Relationship - IGN - Google Fri, 02 Oct 2026 15:59:09 GMT
  1. Brand New GTA 6 Screenshots Focus on Lucia and Jason's Relationship IGN
  2. Grand Theft Auto VI – Welcome to Leonida Game Informer
  3. Every Animal Confirmed For Grand Theft Auto VI So Far, Ranked aftermath.site
  4. New GTA 6 Screenshots Reveal More About Jason and Lucia VICE
  5. GTA 6: Over 170 Animal Species, Dynamic Weather & More Revealed 80 Level
 
Your Next Mobile Games Will Get AI Graphics Boosts That PCs and Consoles Have Had for Years - CNET Fri, 02 Oct 2026 15:36:24 GMT
AI upscaling and frame generation are coming in upcoming premium Android phones running the new highest-tier Snapdragon chips. 
 
The Team Behind PixelJunk Is Partly to Thank for Ace Combat 8's Brilliant Cloud Tech - Push Square - Google Fri, 02 Oct 2026 15:30:00 GMT
  1. The Team Behind PixelJunk Is Partly to Thank for Ace Combat 8's Brilliant Cloud Tech Push Square
  2. Ace Combat 8’s Stellar Multiplayer Reveals the Terrors of Live-Service Games Polygon.com
  3. Bandai Namco’s New PS5 Flight Combat Game Is Out Today on PlayStation Store AOL.com
  4. Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve is the Biggest Steam Launch in the Series Despite Various Issues GamingBolt
  5. Find Your Reason to Fight in Season One of ACE COMBAT ONLINE Bandai Namco Entertainment America
 
The Steam Autumn Sale for 2026 Is Now Live, and We Found the Best Deals - IGN - Google Fri, 02 Oct 2026 15:24:02 GMT
  1. The Steam Autumn Sale for 2026 Is Now Live, and We Found the Best Deals IGN
  2. 10 All-Time Great Games You Can Grab Cheap In Steam Autumn Sale 80 Level
  3. The Steam Autumn Sale Has Deals On Resident Evil Requiem And 007 First Light Engadget
  4. How to Get a Great Deal During the Steam Sales and Beyond IGN
  5. Sim Racing: Best Steam Autumn Sale 2026 Deals BoxThisLap
 
8 Things Final Fantasy 7 Revelation Is Changing From The Original On PS1 - kotaku.com - Google Fri, 02 Oct 2026 15:00:07 GMT
  1. 8 Things Final Fantasy 7 Revelation Is Changing From The Original On PS1 kotaku.com
  2. Final Fantasy 7 Revelation director fought for a disc release because he "really likes" physical media radiotimes.com
  3. Square Enix Walls Off Separate Optimization Team for Final Fantasy VII Revelation, As Switch 2 and Series S Fears Persist Wccftech
  4. Final Fantasy 7 Revelation director on its 'very extravagant' final Sephiroth fight and whether anyone will ever pull something like this trilogy off again PC Gamer
  5. Final Fantasy VII remake series director insisted on making each game a "complete experience" GoNintendo
 
Trump’s Crazy AI Rebrand Was a Loyalty Test for Tech Execs—and It Worked - Wired Fri, 02 Oct 2026 15:00:00 GMT
For years these billionaires gushed obsessively about AI. But they meekly went along when Trump canceled the term.
 
Don't Let The Adorable AI Agents Fool You - Engadget - Google Fri, 02 Oct 2026 15:00:00 GMT
  1. Don't Let The Adorable AI Agents Fool You Engadget
  2. Breakingviews - COMMENTARY: Meta’s Muse is adorable agent of value destruction Reuters
  3. The next big AI battle is all about cuteness MarketWatch
  4. Your new AI friend is adorable. It also wants your data Yahoo Tech
  5. Tech Companies Roll Out Cuddly Mascots to Ease AI Anxiety WSJ
 
The 7-year-old Nvidia Shield TV is now $100 more expensive due to AI - ArsTechnica Fri, 02 Oct 2026 14:52:16 GMT
Initially launched in 2019, the Nvidia Shield TV Pro now retails for $299.99.
 
This industrial mini PC pairs Intel Panther Lake internals with near-silent AirJet cooling - TechSpot Fri, 02 Oct 2026 14:51:00 GMT

The system can be configured with an Intel Core Ultra X7 358H, Core Ultra 7 356H or Core Ultra 5 325 processor. The design shows how newer cooling methods could give industrial PCs more room for faster processors and graphics hardware in space-constrained deployments.

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The next generation’s guide to the new space economy - MIT Fri, 02 Oct 2026 14:50:00 GMT
An industry report published by students in an MIT aerospace entrepreneurship class lays out guidance for aspiring space leaders and investors.
 
A Florida county discovered 14 Flock cameras nobody authorized, and 11 remain unclaimed - TechSpot Fri, 02 Oct 2026 14:22:00 GMT

The latest case of unclaimed Flock cameras occurred in St. Lucie County, Florida. When officials began taking down the cameras after canceling the county's contract with the company, they discovered 14 extra cameras that the police say were not theirs.

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Skip the Wait. Microsoft's 26H2 Update Fixes the Parts You Hate Most About Windows 11 - PCMag - Google Fri, 02 Oct 2026 14:21:01 GMT
  1. Skip the Wait. Microsoft's 26H2 Update Fixes the Parts You Hate Most About Windows 11 PCMag
  2. How to get the Windows 11 2026 Update Windows Blog
  3. Microsoft releases Windows 11 version 26H2, calls it a "predictable and low-disruption update" with no compatibility concerns windowscentral.com
  4. Microsoft makes Windows settings backup the default in 26H2 The Register
  5. Microsoft promised a better Windows 11. Here’s its 6-month report card PCWorld
 
Reddit Is Choking Off RSS and Open Web Access to Keep AI Bots Out - CNET Fri, 02 Oct 2026 14:19:33 GMT
Many are worried that killing RSS feeds will destroy one of the last open, user-controlled ways to read the web.
 
Audible Will Soon Let You Use AI to Talk to a Book Character - CNET Fri, 02 Oct 2026 14:06:29 GMT
Amazon’s audiobook service is rolling out new AI-powered features to make listening to stories more interactive.
 
Next Week on XBOX: New Games for October 5 to 9 - news.xbox.com - Google Fri, 02 Oct 2026 14:03:25 GMT
  1. Next Week on XBOX: New Games for October 5 to 9 news.xbox.com
  2. RPGs Coming This Week, September 27–October 3, 2026 – 16 Paths Diverged in a Wood RPGFan
  3. This Week in Gaming (Week 40) TechPowerUp
  4. Out this week: Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve, Minecraft Dungeons II, MXGP 26, RetroSpace, TOEM 2, more Games Asylum
  5. These 20+ Games Are Coming To Xbox Next Week (October 5-9) purexbox.com
 
My Patience With Fire Emblem: Fortune’s Weave Is Wearing Dangerously Thin - kotaku.com - Google Fri, 02 Oct 2026 14:00:40 GMT
  1. My Patience With Fire Emblem: Fortune’s Weave Is Wearing Dangerously Thin kotaku.com
  2. My Nintendo September Wrap-Up - News - Nintendo Official Site Nintendo
  3. Fire Emblem Fans Just Cracked Fortune’s Weave’s Biggest Mystery (Maybe) Polygon.com
  4. 4 Things to Focus on Outside Combat in Fire Emblem: Fortune’s Weave IGN
  5. Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave | Checkpoint ballstatedailynews.com
 
Rocket Report: SpaceX completes launch triple-header; Rocket Lab nets big contract - ArsTechnica Fri, 02 Oct 2026 13:54:34 GMT
Blue Origin seeks FAA approval for up to 50 New Glenn launches and 50 booster landings per year.
 
Buying an RTX 5090 from Micro Center now means signing a form promising it won't leave the US - TechSpot Fri, 02 Oct 2026 13:44:00 GMT

Redditor Krothic writes that they recently bought a PowerSpec Ai90 prebuilt PC packing an RTX 5090. The store manager informed them that buying the PC required that they fill in a form and have their drivers license scanned, connecting their name to their purchase.

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iOS 27 gives Apple Photos two features we’ve waited a long time for - 9to5Mac - Google Fri, 02 Oct 2026 13:33:00 GMT
  1. iOS 27 gives Apple Photos two features we’ve waited a long time for 9to5Mac
  2. 3 useful ways AI can improve your photos in iOS 27 popsci.com
 
Gears Of War: E-Day Smashes Steam Record And Earns Xbox Series S Praise In First 24 Hours - purexbox.com - Google Fri, 02 Oct 2026 13:30:00 GMT
  1. Gears Of War: E-Day Smashes Steam Record And Earns Xbox Series S Praise In First 24 Hours purexbox.com
  2. Gears of War: E-Day is a great game launching at a terrible time The Verge
  3. Gears of War: E-Day Performance Benchmark Review - 35 GPUs Tested TechPowerUp
  4. Gears of War: E-Day's PC Version Promises New Tech, Huge Scalability and the End of Shader Compilation Stutter Digital Foundry
  5. The ‘Gears Of War: E-Day’ Metacritic Review Score Is In, And It’s Great Forbes
 
Join the Pokémon Night Out Livestream to Party from Home - Pokemon.com - Google Fri, 02 Oct 2026 13:20:35 GMT
  1. Join the Pokémon Night Out Livestream to Party from Home Pokemon.com
  2. Get codes for exclusive Timed Research during the Pokémon Night Out Twitch broadcast! Pokémon GO
  3. Pokemon Unveils New Gengar, Mewtwo, And Umbreon Merch Only Available In Two Locations OpenCritic
  4. Pokémon Night Out Concert Experience to Be Livestreamed Across Twitch and YouTube GoNintendo
  5. Pokémon Night Out EDM concert to be livestreamed worldwide this October Diario AS
 
The Singapore government built its own dating app and is testing it with public officers - TechSpot Fri, 02 Oct 2026 13:13:00 GMT

Singapore's government is getting into the matchmaking business. GovTech, the agency behind the city-state's digital public services, has launched FirstDate, a pilot dating service for public officers aged 21 to 35, as the country grapples with a record-low birth rate.

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Home Assistant renames Home Assistant Cloud to Link - The Verge - Google Fri, 02 Oct 2026 13:02:52 GMT
Home Assistant renames Home Assistant Cloud to Link The Verge
 
Nvidia debuts $4,999 DGX Spark with half the RAM and storage, amid memory crunch - The Register - Google Fri, 02 Oct 2026 13:00:00 GMT
  1. Nvidia debuts $4,999 DGX Spark with half the RAM and storage, amid memory crunch The Register
  2. NVIDIA DGX Spark 64GB Gives Developers More Ways to Build and Scale Local AI NVIDIA Blog
  3. Facing Memory Crunch, Nvidia Creates 64GB RTX Spark. It Still Costs $4,999 PCMag
  4. Nvidia introduces 64GB DGX Spark to throw local AI fans a lifeline amid the RAMpocalypse — new GB10 config starts at $4999 for those who can work with less Tom's Hardware
  5. MSI Extends EdgeXpert Lineup With 64 GB Model TechPowerUp
 
Winners of the UK Best Places To Work Awards 2026 revealed - GamesIndustry.biz - Google Fri, 02 Oct 2026 12:56:58 GMT
Winners of the UK Best Places To Work Awards 2026 revealed GamesIndustry.bizSee more headlines & perspectives on Google News
 
The base PlayStation 5 can now do AI upscaling, and it actually looks great - TechSpot Fri, 02 Oct 2026 12:39:00 GMT

With a free update released on Thursday, Marvel's Wolverine and Ghost of Yōtei have introduced the first machine-learning-based upscaler that supports the base PlayStation 5. QSSR provides noticeably clearer graphics at virtually no performance cost.

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Original Xbox Version of Halo: Combat Evolved Made Available to Play in a Browser - IGN - Google Fri, 02 Oct 2026 12:07:42 GMT
  1. Original Xbox Version of Halo: Combat Evolved Made Available to Play in a Browser IGN
  2. Halo: Combat Evolved Gets a Free Browser Port With Split-Screen Co-Op TechPowerUp
  3. Halo CE recompile leads to 64-player Blood Gulch madness TweakTown
  4. Community ports bring the original Halo to PS5, Android, and even your humble web browser as AI modding takes over windowscentral.com
  5. Halo Browser Release And Xbox Play Anywhere Surge Evrim Ağacı
 
I Tested the Galaxy S26 Ultra Cameras Against the Pixel 11 Pro: One Captures Vibes Better - CNET Fri, 02 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMT
I brought two of the best Android camera phones with me to Cape May, and one was noticeably better.
 
Star Wars: Galactic Racer Review: A Fantastic Burnout Successor From a Galaxy Far, Far Away - CNET Fri, 02 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMT
Developer Fuse Games’ debut release is one of the most impressive arcade racers in recent memory.
 
New York City's click-to-cancel rule takes effect, making subscription cancellations as easy as sign-ups - TechSpot Fri, 02 Oct 2026 11:58:00 GMT

Mayor Zohran Mamdani and the Department of Consumer and Worker Protection (DCWP) originally announced the city's final Click-to-Cancel Rule in July. It took effect on October 1, making New York the first US city to impose this type of requirement at the municipal level.

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Amazon Says It’s No Longer Using NDAs for Data Centers - Wired Fri, 02 Oct 2026 11:47:58 GMT
The company announced it has stopped using secret agreements with county officials and acknowledged that community backlash is leading to data center moratoriums across the country.
 
AI-generated Fallout: New York browser game full of utterly cursed faces slapped with Bethesda cease and desist, its slop prompter claims - Rock Paper Shotgun - Google Fri, 02 Oct 2026 11:45:53 GMT
  1. AI-generated Fallout: New York browser game full of utterly cursed faces slapped with Bethesda cease and desist, its slop prompter claims Rock Paper Shotgun
  2. For once, I'm happy to see expensive corporate lawyers forcing a fan project offline PC Gamer
  3. Fallout: New York Appears Online, and ZeniMax Immediately Shuts It Down Insider Gaming
  4. Bethesda kills AI fan's viral Fallout game, much to their chagrin Yahoo Tech
  5. Activision And Bethesda Crackdown On GenAI MW2 And Fallout Projects kotaku.com
 
Best Smart Cat Trackers of 2026: Fi Mini vs. Tractive - Wired Fri, 02 Oct 2026 11:35:00 GMT
After months of monitoring Basil’s activity and sleep, I found that Fi and Tractive cat trackers come with their own trade-offs.
 
A forensic tool claims it can stop seized iPhones from locking down after 72 hours - TechSpot Fri, 02 Oct 2026 11:15:00 GMT

The company's GrayKey Preserve device and a new Evidence Preservation Mode for existing GrayKey systems are designed to prevent an iPhone from losing its After First Unlock, or AFU, status, according to an instructional video 404 Media obtained. That puts the tools in direct conflict with an Apple security feature...

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CD Projekt Red addresses divisive lighting changes in a new Witcher 3 Remastered PC patch - eurogamer.net - Google Fri, 02 Oct 2026 11:09:05 GMT
  1. CD Projekt Red addresses divisive lighting changes in a new Witcher 3 Remastered PC patch eurogamer.net
  2. The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt — Remastered Path Tracing & DLSS 4.5 Ray Reconstruction Update Out Now NVIDIA
  3. Forget what PC Gamer said: The Witcher 3 will always be my 2015 GOTY Yahoo
  4. The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt Remastered Review Update IGN
  5. The Witcher 3 Beats Most Fantasy Adaptations in Nearly Every Way Polygon.com
 
TCL is right to question Samsung’s use of the term “Mini LED” - ArsTechnica Fri, 02 Oct 2026 10:30:11 GMT
Can it be Mini LED without a FALD backlight?
 
I thought Google made a mistake with the Pixel 11 Pro XL. 30 days later, I was wrong - Android Authority - Google Fri, 02 Oct 2026 10:30:00 GMT
  1. I thought Google made a mistake with the Pixel 11 Pro XL. 30 days later, I was wrong Android Authority
  2. Pixelated 119: 50 days later, it’s still a phone 9to5Google
  3. Pixel 11's Effective Price Cut: Camera and AI Upgrades, but Gaming Performance Concerns Linger finance.biggo.com
  4. Why I ditched Apple for a better value Google phone, watch News.com.au
  5. Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold marks steady progress in an otherwise restless market Hindustan Times
 
Your Driverless Cab Is Spying on You - Wired Fri, 02 Oct 2026 10:30:00 GMT
Self-driving cars from Waymo, Zoox, and Tesla are studded with cameras and sensors. Some of them are pointing at riders.
 
OpenAI's rogue agent problem is bigger than Hugging Face, over 100 organizations and counting - TechSpot Fri, 02 Oct 2026 10:19:00 GMT

The ChatGPT maker writes that it has notified over 100 organizations of "misaligned agent activity" linked to its AI models. The figure covers notifications sent by September 26.

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The 10 Most Valuable Cards in Magic: The Gathering Reality Fracture - IGN - Google Fri, 02 Oct 2026 10:11:32 GMT
  1. The 10 Most Valuable Cards in Magic: The Gathering Reality Fracture IGN
  2. MTG Arena Announcements – September 28, 2026 Magic: The Gathering
  3. Metagame Mentor: Ten Exciting Reality Fracture Callbacks for Standard, Pioneer, and Modern magic.gg
  4. Top 5 Hidden Gems From Magic: The Gathering Reality Fracture To Upgrade Commander Decks CGMagazine
  5. Reality Fracture Is the best Magic: The Gathering Set In a Very Long Time imdb.com
 
Election Deniers Think the GOP’s Terrible Midterm Polling Is a ‘Psyop’ - Wired Fri, 02 Oct 2026 10:00:00 GMT
Dozens and dozens of high-profile MAGA influencers and pundits have weighed in. “The laughable fake polls are rolling out,” Catturd posted on X.
 
A Flaw in ChatGPT’s Mac App Could Have Let Hackers Grab Sensitive Data - Wired Fri, 02 Oct 2026 09:45:00 GMT
While the focus has been on AI agents’ hacking capabilities, a recently patched vulnerability in a ChatGPT app shows that AI software is itself an inviting—and vulnerable—target.
 
Eight Games Are Leaving Xbox Game Pass In Early October 2026 - purexbox.com - Google Fri, 02 Oct 2026 09:36:00 GMT
  1. Eight Games Are Leaving Xbox Game Pass In Early October 2026 purexbox.com
  2. Game Pass Is About To Lose Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 And Some Other Incredible Games kotaku.com
  3. Here's What Might Be Leaving Xbox Game Pass In November 2026 purexbox.com
  4. Xbox Game Pass Loses These 9 Games In October gamespot.com
  5. 9 Games Leaving XBOX Game Pass in October Insider Gaming
 
31 Best STEM Toys for Kids (2026): Learning Made Fun - Wired Fri, 02 Oct 2026 09:30:00 GMT
We found lots of math-filled and science-rich toys for tiny nerds to assemble, bake, squish—or even tear apart and rebuild.
 
AI Is Making a Mess of Nurses’ Schedules. They Say It’s a Safety Issue - Wired Fri, 02 Oct 2026 09:30:00 GMT
A hospital giant and radiology network turned to Palantir to streamline scheduling, but nurses and other staff say the new software is causing errors, burnout, and frustration.
 
New PS5 Firmware Update 26.06-14.10.00 Available to Download Now - Push Square - Google Fri, 02 Oct 2026 09:30:00 GMT
  1. New PS5 Firmware Update 26.06-14.10.00 Available to Download Now Push Square
  2. AI upscaling is coming to PS5 PlayStation.Blog
  3. Hands-On With QSSR: AI-Driven Upscaling for the Standard PS5 Digital Foundry
  4. Sony brings AI graphics upscaling to the regular PS5 The Verge
  5. One Of The PS5 Pro's Exclusive Features Is Now Coming To PS5, Kind Of Game Informer
 
Warhammer 40K: Ranking the Chaos Legions – September FAQ Edition - Bell of Lost Souls - Google Fri, 02 Oct 2026 07:22:47 GMT
  1. Warhammer 40K: Ranking the Chaos Legions – September FAQ Edition Bell of Lost Souls
  2. Warhammer 40,000 – Balance Update: Chaos, the Imperium and Xenos Fight Back Warhammer Community
  3. Warhammer 40,000 – Balance Update: Emboldened Astartes Warhammer Community
  4. Pre-orders for Custodian sets for Warhammer 40,000 and The Horus Heresy open on October 3 ixbt.games
  5. Warhammer 40k xenos players brace for a Space Marine spanking wargamer.com
 
Pokémon GO City Safari: Boston Rescheduled as a Global Event for Ticket Holders - pokemongohub.net - Google Fri, 02 Oct 2026 07:15:19 GMT
  1. Pokémon GO City Safari: Boston Rescheduled as a Global Event for Ticket Holders pokemongohub.net
  2. Pokémon GO City Safari: Boston Update Pokémon GO
  3. Pokémon GO City Safari Boston Event Rescheduled Due To Inclement Weather (UPDATE - makeup dates announced) GoNintendo
 
Samsung officially mentions One UI 9.5 for the first time - SamMobile - Google Fri, 02 Oct 2026 06:51:00 GMT
  1. Samsung officially mentions One UI 9.5 for the first time SamMobile
  2. 10 'One UI 9' Hacks Every Samsung Galaxy User Should Know Lifehacker
  3. One UI 9.0 stable update for Galaxy S25 is finally here SamMobile
  4. Samsung has updated these Galaxy devices to Android 17 9to5Google
  5. Samsung finally reveals everything coming to your Galaxy S26 with One UI 9 Android Central
 
Ikea's new Xbox YXSTABY furniture are cheaper than many modern games - Neowin - Google Fri, 02 Oct 2026 06:50:00 GMT
  1. Ikea's new Xbox YXSTABY furniture are cheaper than many modern games Neowin
  2. IKEA and XBOX Team Up on YXSTABY, a New Collection Made for Gaming at Home news.xbox.com
  3. IKEA and Xbox's YXSTABY gaming furniture is functional without being in your face Mashable
  4. IKEA’s $49.99 Xbox Thumbstick Stool Actually Tilts Totally The Bomb
  5. IKEA Alexandra has free gaming activities & S$1K in vouchers to win for 2 days only mustsharenews.com
 
Round Up: The Reviews For Minecraft Dungeons II Are In - Nintendo Life - Google Fri, 02 Oct 2026 05:55:00 GMT
  1. Round Up: The Reviews For Minecraft Dungeons II Are In Nintendo Life
  2. Better together in Dungeons II minecraft.net
  3. Minecraft Dungeons II Review: Built Better Than Before Game Informer
  4. Minecraft Dungeons 2 Deliberately Moves Closer To Vanilla Minecraft gamespot.com
  5. Minecraft Dungeons II has arrived Nintendo
 
Hotels.com Coupon Codes for October 2026 - Wired Fri, 02 Oct 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Unlock significant savings on hotels, resorts, and getaways with our verified Hotels.com promo codes and gift card discounts. Plan your perfect trip today!
 
Peacock Promo Codes: 40% Off October 2026 - Wired Fri, 02 Oct 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Stream your favorite shows for up to $80 off this month, and save on subscription plans with the latest Peacock TV coupons from WIRED.
 
Whoop Promo Codes: 20% Off This October 2026 - Wired Fri, 02 Oct 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Whether you're looking for a Whoop free trial, student discount, or military savings, our guide to Whoop promo codes will help you maximize your membership benefits. Stay on top of your fitness goals for less.
 
Columbia Promo Codes: 15% Off | October 2026 - Wired Fri, 02 Oct 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.
 
Nike Promo Codes and Discounts: 30% for October 2026 - Wired Fri, 02 Oct 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Check out our deals for Nike this October 2026, including 15% off select purchases.
 
Motley Fool Promo Code: $200 Off on Stock Advisor October 2026 - Wired Fri, 02 Oct 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Scale your portfolio for less with these verified The Motley Fool membership discounts, stock advisor promo codes, and Epic Bundle deals.
 
Design Within Reach Promo Codes: 30% Off | October 2026 - Wired Fri, 02 Oct 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Get 30% off, 20% off, and free shipping with our Design Within Reach coupon codes, plus up to 50% off furniture with these special discounts.
 
Squarespace Promo Codes: 20% Off in October 2026 - Wired Fri, 02 Oct 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Get 20% off your next website, 10% off with exclusive Squarespace discount code, 50% off plans, and more top coupons from WIRED.
 
Wayfair Coupons: Up to 80% Off October 2026 - Wired Fri, 02 Oct 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Get 10% off with Wayfair promo code, up to 80% off furniture, and more top coupons.
 
Google Workspace Promo Codes: 14% Off for October 2026 - Wired Fri, 02 Oct 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Boost your productivity and save with exclusive Google Workspace coupons from WIRED. Get up to 14% off plans for three months, including Starter, Standard, and Plus tiers.
 
Uber Eats Promo Codes: $15 Off│October 2026 - Wired Fri, 02 Oct 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Hunger meets savings. Discover verified Uber Eats promo codes, new user offers, and Uber One discounts to slash your delivery fees and meal costs.
 
3 Questions: A new resource to empower young entrepreneurs - MIT Fri, 02 Oct 2026 04:00:00 GMT
Martin Trust Center Managing Director Bill Aulet introduces Dear Dreamer, a free platform for middle and high school students who want to learn about entrepreneurship.
 
MIT class project turns into an FDA-cleared treatment for tremors - MIT Fri, 02 Oct 2026 04:00:00 GMT
Wristband device from Encora Therapeutics started as a project in 2.009, MIT’s iconic product-design class.
 
Amazon redesigns Kindle lineup and announces new accessories - 9News - Google Fri, 02 Oct 2026 00:13:00 GMT
  1. Amazon redesigns Kindle lineup and announces new accessories 9News
  2. Amazon launches Kindle Click, the page turner of my dreams Mashable
  3. Amazon’s New Kindle Lineup Is Lighter, Thinner, and More Metal WIRED
  4. Amazon is launching colorful new Kindles — and a case with physical page-turn buttons The Verge
  5. Amazon Rolls Out a Cornucopia of New Kindle E-Readers CNET
 
Welcome to Opt Out October: It’s Time to Ditch Unwanted Subscriptions and AI Spies - CNET Thu, 01 Oct 2026 23:55:21 GMT
It’s a good month to reassess old accounts and retake control of your data and privacy.
 
Venus' mysterious haze is actually cosmic dust - ArsTechnica Thu, 01 Oct 2026 22:27:04 GMT
A physical model show that iron dust and sulfuric acid create the right properties.
 
Whatever AI Safety Is, It’s Not This - Wired Thu, 01 Oct 2026 22:10:42 GMT
Asking AI companies to self-regulate is a great way to pretend like you’ve accomplished something.
 
SpaceX describes surgical intervention before launch of latest crew mission - ArsTechnica Thu, 01 Oct 2026 22:07:33 GMT
With Crew-13, Jessica Watkins became the first Black woman to lead a mission into space.
 
New tool lets users repair AI-generated 3D models, then fabricate them just the way they want - MIT Thu, 01 Oct 2026 22:00:00 GMT
“InstructMesh” can generate designs for everyday objects that are easy to edit and fabricate for both experts and newcomers to 3D modeling.
 
"The Big Short" investor says he's rooting for a crash just to stop OpenAI and Anthropic's IPOs - TechSpot Thu, 01 Oct 2026 21:53:00 GMT

In a recent post on his "Cassandra Unchained" X account, Burry renewed his concerns about the economics behind the AI industry. For the benefit of humanity, he wrote, Wall Street and other stock markets should "tank hard" and keep OpenAI and Anthropic from holding their highly anticipated initial public offerings...

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The Best Early Prime Day Deals Ahead of Amazon’s Second Sale (2026) - Wired Thu, 01 Oct 2026 20:53:32 GMT
Amazon Prime Big Deal Days officially begin on October 6 and 7, but I’ve already spotted early discounts on gear our team recommends.
 
Hacks of 2 federal agencies in a month have spilled a bonanza of sensitive data - ArsTechnica Thu, 01 Oct 2026 20:28:45 GMT
It has been a bad month for federal government cybersecurity.
 
Judge dismisses Chegg and Penske antitrust lawsuits targeting Google AI search - ArsTechnica Thu, 01 Oct 2026 20:11:55 GMT
The court acknowledges AI search comes with consequences, but it's not an antitrust issue.
 
Trump’s ‘Morally Binding’ AI ‘Accord,’ the Rise of AI Agents, and Extremists on the Ballot - Wired Thu, 01 Oct 2026 19:58:31 GMT
This week on “Uncanny Valley,” we discuss the voluntary AI safety agreement tech executives signed, AI agents for normies, and extremist candidates running for office in the US midterms.
 
ChatGPT can now virtually try on clothes for you - TechCrunch - Google Thu, 01 Oct 2026 19:21:53 GMT
  1. ChatGPT can now virtually try on clothes for you TechCrunch
  2. ChatGPT Can Now Help You Virtually Try On Clothes Engadget
  3. OpenAI launches AI virtual try-on and 'Favorites' library in ChatGPT shopping push adgully.com
  4. ChatGPT now shows you wearing any jacket or dress before you buy it Martin Cid Magazine
  5. ChatGPT adds a Try on button for clothes, and it keeps your photo for next time mixed-news.com
 
Can good design stop content creators from having sex in robotaxis? - ArsTechnica Thu, 01 Oct 2026 19:19:42 GMT
Autonomous vehicle designers have to worry about riders getting frisky in public.
 
Micron says robots will keep RAM prices high, even if the AI bubble pops - TechSpot Thu, 01 Oct 2026 19:18:00 GMT

In its earnings guidance for FY27, Micron stated that it expects physical AI and humanoid robots to become even bigger drivers of memory and storage demand than AI data centers. According to CEO Sanjay Mehrotra, each humanoid robot would need at least around 200GB of DRAM and several terabytes of...

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McDonald’s and Walmart Are Part of the Widening Fray Over Surveillance Pricing - CNET Thu, 01 Oct 2026 19:07:48 GMT
The Federal Trade Commission has urged companies to be transparent about their pricing, but that may not be enough.
 
Gemini 4 Is Here: When You May Be Able to Use Google’s New AI Model - CNET Thu, 01 Oct 2026 19:03:13 GMT
Gemini 4 Argon is only available to cyber defenders now, a sign Google is gearing up for a wider launch soon.
 
G-Shock’s New Stunner Is Eight Times the Price of a Rolex Submariner - Gear Patrol - Google Thu, 01 Oct 2026 18:57:37 GMT
  1. G-Shock’s New Stunner Is Eight Times the Price of a Rolex Submariner Gear Patrol
  2. Casio’s Crystal G-Shock Is the Most Expensive Ever Made WIRED
  3. Hands-On: G-SHOCK Reveals The MRG-D5000 “Blue Rose Project” In Sapphire Hodinkee
  4. G-Shock MRG-D5000: The First Shock-Resistant G-Shock in Sapphire WatchTime
  5. Casio collaborates with a Kyoto foil master for a luxurious one million yen G-SHOCK SoraNews24
 
Samsung Suddenly Raises Prices by $100 on Most Galaxy S26 Phones - CNET Thu, 01 Oct 2026 18:54:17 GMT
An S26 Ultra with 1TB of storage now lists for $2,000.
 
Which Privacy and Security Apps Do You Trust the Most? - CNET Thu, 01 Oct 2026 18:50:38 GMT
Do you use a VPN, antivirus or other security software? Let us know which ones are the most trustworthy.
 
Governor Healey and President Kornbluth launch MIT Future Fest - MIT Thu, 01 Oct 2026 18:30:00 GMT
The new, five-day MIT event reaches takeoff with a forum about discovery and innovation.
 
HP joins the MacBook Neo fight with colorful OmniBook 5 laptops starting at $699 - TechSpot Thu, 01 Oct 2026 18:06:00 GMT

The new HP OmniBook 5 is described as a premium consumer Windows laptop for those who "want more" from their everyday device. The base model features a 14-inch, 1,920 x 1,200 OLED multi-touch display coated in Gorilla Glass 3 that covers 100% of the DCI-P3 color space. It is driven...

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Experience What It’s Like to Travel in the Occupied West Bank - Wired Thu, 01 Oct 2026 18:00:00 GMT
Traverse barriers and checkpoints in the occupied West Bank—your choices reflect the reality of nearly 3.5 million Palestinians who live there.
 
A court just ruled that training an AI on someone else's editorial work isn't fair use - TechSpot Thu, 01 Oct 2026 17:26:00 GMT

Ross developed an AI-based legal research platform that allowed lawyers to submit legal questions and receive relevant passages from court opinions. To train the system, the company worked with a third party, LegalEase Solutions, to create training materials that connected legal questions with passages from judicial opinions.

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AOC Agon Pro AGP257FT hits 1,000Hz, overclocks to 1,050Hz, launches next year - TechSpot Thu, 01 Oct 2026 16:44:00 GMT

AOC introduced the AGP257FT monitor earlier this year. Now, the Taiwanese manufacturer is announcing that its first foray into the extremely high-refresh-rate market will arrive in stores starting next year. AOC monitors are usually cheaper than the competition, but we bet a 1,000Hz display is still going to cost a...

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McDonald's has been using AI to decide how much you should pay for a Big Mac - TechSpot Thu, 01 Oct 2026 16:07:00 GMT

Several sources, including store owners, recently explained to Reuters how McDonald's encourages and sometimes pressures restaurants to set prices according to an AI algorithm. The outlet also viewed screenshots of an AI pricing tool taken in August.

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Tim Heidecker Is Bringing His Joe Rogan Parody Show to The Onion - Wired Thu, 01 Oct 2026 16:00:00 GMT
Five years after the comedian went viral with a 12-hour blabberthon mocking the king of bro podcasting, he’s back in character to shill a supplement called “Crab Salts.”
 
Nvidia rolls out security update for GeForce GTX 700, 900 and 10 series GPUs - TechSpot Thu, 01 Oct 2026 16:00:00 GMT
Nvidia has released GeForce 582.78 WHQL, a security update for older Maxwell, Pascal, and Volta GPUs that no longer receive regular Game Ready drivers. The release includes security fixes but no new game optimizations or features. Nvidia plans to provide critical security updates for these architectures through October 2028.
 
Amazon refreshes Kindle with aluminum, faster page turns, and a $35 Bluetooth remote - TechSpot Thu, 01 Oct 2026 15:03:00 GMT

The entry-level Kindle retains a 6-inch screen but gains a flush front, eliminating the raised bezel around the previous model's display. It measures 6.8mm (0.27 inches) thick, down about a millimeter, and weighs 140 grams, shedding roughly 18 grams. Amazon claims page turns are 30% faster than its predecessor.

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A hack of Pentagon personnel data went undetected for nine months, exposing 3 million people - TechSpot Thu, 01 Oct 2026 13:59:00 GMT

The affected system was run by the Defense Manpower Data Center (DMDC), which manages personnel records across the military and much of the Defense Department's civilian workforce.

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AI is getting cheaper faster than almost any technology in history - TechSpot Thu, 01 Oct 2026 13:31:00 GMT

For companies building or buying AI systems, the change could make more capable models affordable for everyday use. It could also make it harder for AI developers to hold onto pricing power. Epoch's report looks at the cost of running models that meet a set performance level on difficult benchmarks.

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A man could face a decade in prison for a fake crocodile photo he made with Gemini - TechSpot Thu, 01 Oct 2026 13:02:00 GMT

Ye Lin allegedly sent the AI-generated image of a saltwater crocodile at Pandan Reservoir to a colleague in August, presumably as a joke.

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What’s the Best Kindle of 2026 (So Far)? - Wired Thu, 01 Oct 2026 13:00:00 GMT
I’ve tested every single Kindle. Here’s how Amazon’s ebook readers stack up.
 
Amazon Kindle, Paperwhite, and Colorsoft 2026: Specs, Price, Release Date - Wired Thu, 01 Oct 2026 13:00:00 GMT
Ahead of the Kindle’s 20th anniversary next year, Amazon is refreshing its entire range of e-readers with fresh colors, an aluminum build, and a new frame design that’s both thinner and lighter.
 
HP’s answer to the MacBook Neo is thinner, lighter, and comes with OLED - The Verge - Google Thu, 01 Oct 2026 13:00:00 GMT
  1. HP’s answer to the MacBook Neo is thinner, lighter, and comes with OLED The Verge
  2. HP Brings Premium PC Experiences to More Consumers markets.businessinsider.com
  3. HP's Omnibook 5 Features An OLED Screen And Costs $699 Engadget
  4. HP Announces Wildcat Lake Laptops for Consumers and Businesses Thurrott.com
  5. HP boards the MacBook Neo competitor train — OmniBook 5 comes in four colors with Wildcat Lake and starts at $699.99 Tom's Hardware
 
The Best Early Amazon Echo Deals (and the Worst) Ahead of Prime Big Deal Days - Wired Thu, 01 Oct 2026 13:00:00 GMT
Amazon raised prices across its devices in August. Here are the early device deals ahead of Prime Day that are still worth it—and which aren’t.
 
Apple's long-rumored smart home hub might finally arrive next month with a 6-inch display - TechSpot Thu, 01 Oct 2026 12:28:00 GMT

Bloomberg's Mark Gurman claims that Apple will launch its long-rumored smart home hub on October 13. The device resembles Amazon's Echo Show and Google Nest, but with Apple's software stack.

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2 Driverless Cars Crashed Going 155 mph. That Could Be a Good Thing - Wired Thu, 01 Oct 2026 12:15:00 GMT
Only two of five vehicles finished the race around a notoriously difficult Formula 1 track, exposing what happens when autonomous systems meet blind corners, sensor failures, and physics.
 
Measles Is Forcing Hospitals to Adapt to a New Normal - Wired Thu, 01 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMT
The US resurgence of measles is forcing hospitals and health systems to adopt new protocols and procedures to deal with a disease they thought was in the past.
 
Bill Gates says robots should pay FICA taxes when they replace human workers - TechSpot Thu, 01 Oct 2026 11:56:00 GMT

Speaking to Ezra Klein of The New York Times, Gates said that society should get to decide how to protect its workers even if it's making them jobless.

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Best Gifts for Parents (and Their Babies): Bottle Washers, Prepared Meals, and More - Wired Thu, 01 Oct 2026 11:30:00 GMT
If your friend is in the depths of newborn survival, these gifts and gadgets can go a long way to make parenting a little easier.
 
Best Wi-Fi Routers (2026): My Honest Picks After Testing 50+ - Wired Thu, 01 Oct 2026 11:30:00 GMT
Don’t suffer the buffer. These WIRED-tested home routers will deliver reliable internet across your home, whatever your needs or budget.
 
The Real Threat to the Midterms Is Regular Americans Thinking Violence Is the Answer - Wired Thu, 01 Oct 2026 11:30:00 GMT
Robert A. Pape, a leading authority on political violence, wants Americans to understand that the threat is coming not from the fringes, but from the mainstream.
 
Tractive Cat 6 Mini Review: A Fitbit for Your Cat - Wired Thu, 01 Oct 2026 11:03:00 GMT
Cats are finally getting the dog treatment. This smart cat collar features GPS location, activity, and sleep tracking, plus all-new heart and respiratory rate monitoring.
 
Exclusive: Neurable’s First Brain-Scanning Headphones Want to Fine-Tune Your Focus - Wired Thu, 01 Oct 2026 11:00:00 GMT
The company claims that its new device, the Neurable One, can keep you in the zone, calculate the best time to take a break, and tell you when your “brain battery” needs a recharge.
 
Blizzard Survey Suggests New Classes Coming To WoW: Forever - kotaku.com - Google Wed, 30 Sep 2026 18:02:47 GMT
  1. Blizzard Survey Suggests New Classes Coming To WoW: Forever kotaku.com
  2. World of Warcraft: Forever Class Deep Dives — Hunter and Druid Blizzard News
  3. World of Warcraft Forever is highlighting its classes… including classes that don’t currently exist Massively Overpowered
  4. World of Warcraft Forever Shares New Class Overviews, With Changes Coming to Priest and Warrior MMORPG.com
  5. WoW: Forever’s New Race Doesn't Fit into World of Warcraft At All Polygon.com
 
MIT Transit Lab to develop an AI platform for public transit agencies - MIT Wed, 30 Sep 2026 15:15:00 GMT
With $2.1 million funding from Google.org, the open-source Public Transit Intelligence Hub will unify public transit monitoring, operations, and passenger communication.
 
This game-playing AI is the new champ at Stratego - MIT Wed, 30 Sep 2026 15:00:00 GMT
Able to defeat top-ranked human players and more efficient than other models, the new system could help decision-makers in military maneuvers or business negotiations.
 
Xbox’s Millennial C.E.O., Asha Sharma, Isn’t Playing Around - The New York Times - Google Wed, 30 Sep 2026 09:00:48 GMT
  1. Xbox’s Millennial C.E.O., Asha Sharma, Isn’t Playing Around The New York Times
  2. New report offers insight into morale at id Software following ‘Xbox Reset’ KitGuru
  3. Asha Sharma, the Xbox CEO who told her own staff the business was not healthy Martin Cid Magazine
 
Lung cancers can use two different mechanisms to evade KRAS-inhibiting drugs - MIT Wed, 30 Sep 2026 09:00:00 GMT
Some tumor cells develop resistance by amplifying the KRAS gene, while others change their tumor type, MIT researchers have found.
 
Climate Action Learning Lab bridges research and policy for effective climate solutions - MIT Tue, 29 Sep 2026 20:35:00 GMT
J-PAL North America’s Learning Lab supported a second cohort of U.S. government and nonprofit organizations in building and using rigorous evidence to advance effective decarbonization and adaptation strategies.
 
Apple patches iPhone flaw used in 'extremely sophisticated' attacks, crypto wallets at risk - Yahoo Finance - Google Tue, 29 Sep 2026 17:12:20 GMT
  1. Apple patches iPhone flaw used in 'extremely sophisticated' attacks, crypto wallets at risk Yahoo Finance
  2. iOS 26.7.1—Update Now Warning Issued To iPhone Users Forbes
  3. Apple issues emergency update for millions of iPhones, iPads, and Macs — update your devices now Tom's Guide
  4. Apple Zero-Day Vulnerability Weaponized in Targeted Attacks Dark Reading
  5. Apple CoreGraphics PoC Emerges as WhatsApp PDF Checks Hint at Possible Delivery Path The Hacker News
 
Here’s When You Can See October’s Meteor Showers, Views of All 8 Planets and More - CNET Tue, 29 Sep 2026 14:00:00 GMT
Skygazers can look forward to some spectacular sights this month, including one last good view of the Milky Way.
 
The effects of an “algorithmic monoculture” depend on the details - MIT Tue, 29 Sep 2026 04:00:00 GMT
In a study focusing on hiring decisions, MIT researchers found the use of a single algorithm by many firms could benefit job seekers in certain situations.
 
Who we become when we talk to machines - MIT Tue, 29 Sep 2026 04:00:00 GMT
Professor Sherry Turkle’s new book, “Artificial Intimacy,” offers a withering critique of chatbots and the antisocial dynamics she believes they encourage.
 
Powered by muscle cells, a paper-thin robot swims through watery maze - MIT Tue, 29 Sep 2026 04:00:00 GMT
MIT engineers’ new aquabot offers a way to design small, efficient “biohybrid” robots.
 
Download iOS 27.0.1 Now to Fix These 3 iPhone Bugs - CNET Mon, 28 Sep 2026 21:10:53 GMT
One of the bugs this update addresses might cause your touchscreen to stop working.
 
Pressurized experiments could help wind farms generate more power - MIT Mon, 28 Sep 2026 15:00:00 GMT
A new way of simulating wind turbines in the field shows how tweaking turbine operation could unlock tens of thousands of dollars per turbine every year.
 
All-new in-store offer this October - Warhammer Community - Google Mon, 28 Sep 2026 14:58:11 GMT
All-new in-store offer this October Warhammer Community
 
Mathematicians Harness Randomness To Crack a 55-Year-Old Conjecture - Quanta Magazine - Google Mon, 28 Sep 2026 14:40:55 GMT
Mathematicians Harness Randomness To Crack a 55-Year-Old Conjecture Quanta Magazine
 
New formulation helps RNA vaccines withstand high temperatures - MIT Mon, 28 Sep 2026 09:00:00 GMT
MIT engineers have found a way to stabilize the lipid nanoparticles used to deliver RNA vaccines, which could allow the vaccines to be more widely distributed.
 
MIT students gain a humanist lens on technical innovation in Tulsa, Oklahoma - MIT Fri, 25 Sep 2026 20:15:00 GMT
The PKG Center for Social Impact expands Code.Tulsa experiential learning program.
 
How to Split the Dinner Check With Apple Wallet in iOS 27 - CNET Fri, 25 Sep 2026 18:59:41 GMT
You can now create a Wallet card from a physical business card, and quickly split the bill by scanning a receipt.
 
A new technique could accelerate the development of RNA therapies - MIT Fri, 25 Sep 2026 17:25:00 GMT
MIT chemical engineers found a way to rapidly produce lipid nanoparticles of varying sizes, which could make it easier to develop new vaccines and therapeutics.
 
Scattering neutrinos to probe the fundamental laws of the universe - MIT Fri, 25 Sep 2026 04:00:00 GMT
As she became integral to an international particle physics experiment, PhD student Faith Reyes found confidence in herself as a scientist.
 
Biologists identify a cellular pathway that allows colorectal cancer to metastasize - MIT Thu, 24 Sep 2026 18:00:00 GMT
They also found that obesity may put patients at higher risk for activation of the pathway. Drugs that block the pathway may help prevent metastasis.
 
New cell-collection device could improve early cancer detection - MIT Thu, 24 Sep 2026 15:00:00 GMT
MIT researchers developed a handheld system that gently collects living cells from patient samples to aid cancer testing and development of personalized medicines.
 
The promise and peril of using visual AI to study cities - MIT Thu, 24 Sep 2026 04:00:00 GMT
In their new book, “How AI Sees the City,” the leaders of MIT’s Senseable City Lab examine the technology’s implications for researching urban life.
 
MIT welcomes David Siegel SM ’86, PhD ’91 as its next Innovation Fellow - MIT Wed, 23 Sep 2026 15:30:00 GMT
Computer scientist, entrepreneur, and philanthropist will collaborate with the MIT Schwarzman College of Computing to advance AI and scientific discovery.
 
FUNdaMENTALs of precision design - MIT Wed, 23 Sep 2026 04:00:00 GMT
Precision, repeatability, and fun are the focus in mechanical engineering course 2.70 (Fundamentals of Precision Product Design).
 
How the brain keeps its options straight at decision time - MIT Tue, 22 Sep 2026 20:00:00 GMT
Making a decision requires juggling a set of options without getting them confused or losing track of them. A new MIT study shows how neurons encode information to maximize clarity throughout the process.
 
Poitras Center to fuel early careers of 50 young scientists dedicated to psychiatric disorders research - MIT Tue, 22 Sep 2026 19:00:00 GMT
Patricia and James Poitras ’63 provide fellowships for graduate students and postdocs who will shape the future of mental health research.
 
MIT named the nation’s top university by U.S. News for 2026-27 - MIT Tue, 22 Sep 2026 04:01:00 GMT
The Institute’s undergraduate engineering, computer science, and economics programs are No. 1; its business program is No. 2.
 
Podcast: SHASS’s special sauce - MIT Tue, 22 Sep 2026 04:00:00 GMT
Established after World War II, the School of the Humanities, Arts, and Social Sciences is an integral part of the MIT experience. Three faculty reflect on the school’s ongoing impact.
 
Carter Stubbs named Institute auditor - MIT Mon, 21 Sep 2026 17:00:00 GMT
New Audit Division leader brings track record of collaboration, deep knowledge of audit program and MIT operations to role.
 
Batteries that safely break down in the GI tract could improve ingestible devices - MIT Mon, 21 Sep 2026 15:00:00 GMT
Made from “bioresorbable” materials, the new batteries could power capsules for drug delivery, sensing, and other applications.
 
Unmasking “zombie cells” in aging tissue with an AI-powered barcode - MIT Mon, 21 Sep 2026 09:00:00 GMT
Tracking down senescent cells, which accumulate as we age, could help diagnose age-related disorders and guide researchers working on new treatments.
 
MIT researchers are mapping extreme weather risks — and building tools to act on them - MIT Fri, 18 Sep 2026 16:55:00 GMT
The Climate Grand Challenges “New World of Weather” project shows how modeling, planning tools, and infrastructure analysis are translating research into real-world resilience.
 
A new chapter for MIT Reads - MIT Fri, 18 Sep 2026 16:30:00 GMT
A new focus on fiction and memoir aims to help the MIT community celebrate the power of storytelling and strengthen social connection.
 
A new understanding of how enzymes influence bacterial protein production - MIT Fri, 18 Sep 2026 16:20:00 GMT
Novel research expands scientific understanding of how RNA shapes the reading of genetic information.
 
Fueling a return journey from Mars - MIT Fri, 18 Sep 2026 04:00:00 GMT
PhD candidate Lanie McKinney is building technology to convert the Red Planet’s atmosphere into propellant for bringing astronauts home.
 
MIT School of Engineering faculty and staff receive awards in spring 2026 - MIT Thu, 17 Sep 2026 20:20:00 GMT
Faculty members and researchers were honored in recognition of their scholarship, service, and overall excellence.
 
Understanding the world, from the Cold War to the age of AI - MIT Thu, 17 Sep 2026 19:25:00 GMT
For 75 years, the Center for International Studies has brought together social scientists, engineers, and practitioners to understand global change, shape public debate, and address generational challenges.
 
Robotic lab sets up and runs optics experiments on demand - MIT Thu, 17 Sep 2026 04:00:00 GMT
The autonomous system could speed up testing of high-tech materials for applications such as solar cells, sensors, video displays, and quantum technologies.
 
Nanoscale mechanics could enable brain-inspired computing - MIT Wed, 16 Sep 2026 18:00:00 GMT
A new device uses reconfigurable motion to mimic the firing behavior of a neuron, which could lead to more efficient computing.
 
New AI technique could make minimally invasive surgeries safer and more precise - MIT Wed, 16 Sep 2026 15:00:00 GMT
This patient-specific method, called xvr, helps doctors use X-rays for surgical navigation in fields such as orthopedics and neurosurgery.
 
Measure by measure, studying society accurately - MIT Wed, 16 Sep 2026 04:00:00 GMT
Naoki Egami has become a standout in political methodology, helping refine tools that give scholars durable results.
 
MIT startups inspire with impressive presentations at Demo Day 2026 - MIT Wed, 16 Sep 2026 04:00:00 GMT
The event featured ventures solving problems in manufacturing, cybersecurity, health care spending, and more.
 
New method enables AI for safety-critical situations - MIT Mon, 14 Sep 2026 04:00:00 GMT
The “HardFlow” algorithm could help generative AI models produce high-quality outputs that obey strict requirements when “pretty close” doesn’t cut it.
 
MIT spinout turns plastic waste into resilient building materials - MIT Mon, 14 Sep 2026 04:00:00 GMT
Atlas Building Composites is commercializing MIT research to turn plastic waste into parts for buildings and other infrastructure.
 
A burst of “pink noise” may lead to more restorative sleep - MIT Wed, 09 Sep 2026 18:00:00 GMT
Delivered at just the right time, this type of auditory stimulus can strengthen the flow of cerebrospinal fluid, which clears debris from the brain and keeps it healthy.
 
An electrochemical approach turns ammonia into pure hydrogen - MIT Wed, 09 Sep 2026 15:00:00 GMT
An MIT team has demonstrated a more efficient way to extract pure hydrogen gas from hydrogen carrier molecules.
 
Trading In Your Smartphone During Holiday Sales? Our Readers Recommend This Brand for Your Next Upgrade - CNET Tue, 08 Sep 2026 12:00:00 GMT
Four big tech brands dominate the smartphone space, but one wins for for customer satisfaction, AI features and battery life.
 
Media Advisory: Governor Healey, MIT President Kornbluth to Kick Off Festivities at MIT Future Fest - MIT Fri, 04 Sep 2026 04:00:00 GMT
The five-day festival will explore the future of science, technology, art and design from Wednesday, Sept. 30 to Sunday, Oct. 4
 
“You're going to see the impact in 10 years” - President Kornbluth returns to GBH’s “Boston Public Radio” to discuss scientific funding and curiosity driven research - MIT Tue, 01 Sep 2026 04:00:00 GMT
Kornbluth weighed in on the consequences of cuts to federal funding for science and the value of curiosity driven research.
 
When Are the iPhone 18, iPhone Air 2 and iPhone 18E Coming Out? - CNET Sat, 29 Aug 2026 13:00:00 GMT
The iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone Duo are on the calendar, but what about the standard iPhone 18, iPhone 18E and rumored iPhone Air 2? When to expect Apple’s full iPhone lineup.
 
I Used This Phone Add-On to Find Hidden Cameras, Leaks and More in My Home - CNET Mon, 17 Aug 2026 10:00:00 GMT
A single phone attachment changed the way I see my home, and it could help you on vacation, too.
 
How to Get a Piece of Apple’s $250M AI iPhone Settlement - CNET Wed, 06 May 2026 18:26:08 GMT
If you’re eligible to receive payment in the class-action settlement surrounding Apple’s AI lawsuit, the claims website is now live.