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GTC Berlin: Jensen Huang pushes Europe on AI adoption, saying "for Europe to benefit from AI ... you need all the end markets, the end industries to adopt AI" (Bloomberg) - Techmeme Wed, 21 Oct 2026 12:25:02 GMT

Bloomberg:
GTC Berlin: Jensen Huang pushes Europe on AI adoption, saying “for Europe to benefit from AI ... you need all the end markets, the end industries to adopt AI” — Nvidia Corp. Chief Executive Officer Jensen Huang pushed Europe to adopt artificial intelligence more quickly …

 
OpenAI says it will make its AI models available on Google Cloud's model garden and Antigravity coding tool in the coming weeks, after launching on AWS in April (Jordan Novet/CNBC) - Techmeme Wed, 21 Oct 2026 12:15:04 GMT

Jordan Novet / CNBC:
OpenAI says it will make its AI models available on Google Cloud's model garden and Antigravity coding tool in the coming weeks, after launching on AWS in April — OpenAI will make its artificial intelligence models available for developers through Google's cloud, following years of competition between the two companies.

 
iPhone Duo review: fun to play with and cool matte inner display, but small cover display, heavier and bulkier than other phones, average cameras, and gets hot (The Verge) - Techmeme Wed, 21 Oct 2026 12:07:00 GMT

The Verge:
iPhone Duo review: fun to play with and cool matte inner display, but small cover display, heavier and bulkier than other phones, average cameras, and gets hot — The iPhone Duo is the riskiest Apple product in years. It's a huge rethink of what an iPhone is and could be …

 
Memo: eBay is cutting ~9% of its workforce to simplify operations and reallocate resources toward high-growth areas; eBay cut 6%, or ~800 staff, in February (Reuters) - Techmeme Wed, 21 Oct 2026 12:05:29 GMT

Reuters:
Memo: eBay is cutting ~9% of its workforce to simplify operations and reallocate resources toward high-growth areas; eBay cut 6%, or ~800 staff, in February — EBay (EBAY.O) will lay off about 9% of its workforce as the online marketplace looks to simplify operations and shift resources …

 
Staples hackers created more than 15,000 gift cards, then went on a shopping spree - TechSpot Wed, 21 Oct 2026 12:03:00 GMT

The attackers obtained the session data from the memory of a support application the retailer believed could only be reached from its own computers. The breach gave a Chinese organized crime group a way to generate gift cards for retailers including Target and Sephora. Members of the operation then used...

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Apple iPhone Duo Review: Is It Worth It? - Wired Wed, 21 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMT
Apple made an astonishingly good first foldable. Now iOS and third-party apps need time to catch up.
 
The EU Commission launches a DSA probe into Booking Holdings' Booking.com to determine whether it is doing enough to combat fraudulent listings and phishing (Foo Yun Chee/Reuters) - Techmeme Wed, 21 Oct 2026 11:50:27 GMT

Foo Yun Chee / Reuters:
The EU Commission launches a DSA probe into Booking Holdings' Booking.com to determine whether it is doing enough to combat fraudulent listings and phishing — EU tech regulators will investigate whether online hotel reservation website Booking.com is doing enough to weed out fraudulent listings …

 
AI code-testing startup Blacksmith raised a $66M Series C led by Sequoia Capital at a $1B valuation, up from $550M after raising a $45M Series B in August (Beatrice Nolan/Fortune) - Techmeme Wed, 21 Oct 2026 11:30:01 GMT

Beatrice Nolan / Fortune:
AI code-testing startup Blacksmith raised a $66M Series C led by Sequoia Capital at a $1B valuation, up from $550M after raising a $45M Series B in August — Blacksmith, a startup that runs the infrastructure companies use to test code before it ships, has been valued at $1 billion following …

 
A look at Elon Musk's planned SpaceX-Tesla merger, which would create a $3.6T company but faces serious hurdles like shareholder votes and regulatory probes (Financial Times) - Techmeme Wed, 21 Oct 2026 11:20:23 GMT

Financial Times:
A look at Elon Musk's planned SpaceX-Tesla merger, which would create a $3.6T company but faces serious hurdles like shareholder votes and regulatory probes — The world's richest man is preparing for the “AI singularity” by trying to fold SpaceX and Tesla together into a single company spanning rockets …

 
Atlanta doesn't want a real-life RoboCop: City council unanimously backs ban on weaponized robots - TechSpot Wed, 21 Oct 2026 11:15:00 GMT

Introduced by Council member Liliana Bakhtiari, the act prohibits city employees and contractors, including police, from buying or otherwise acquiring weaponized autonomous systems, drones and remotely operated machines.

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Best Gifts for Mom (2026): Digital Wall Calendars, Better Bags, Personalized Jewelry, and More - Wired Wed, 21 Oct 2026 11:08:00 GMT
From a calendar that keeps my family organized to a frame that rescues photos from my camera roll, these favorites make thoughtful gifts.
 
Minecraft and Domino’s Team Up for Block-Shaped Pizza, In-Game Freebies - CNET Wed, 21 Oct 2026 11:07:00 GMT
Customers are randomly awarded an in-game code for either a Domino’s skin, cape or cheesy cube pet. The pizza will come in one of six Minecraft-themed boxes.
 
Coherence Neuro, which is developing AI models and brain implants to help combat brain tumors, raised a $45M seed from the OpenAI Startup Fund and Founders Fund (Emily Mullin/Wired) - Techmeme Wed, 21 Oct 2026 11:05:22 GMT

Emily Mullin / Wired:
Coherence Neuro, which is developing AI models and brain implants to help combat brain tumors, raised a $45M seed from the OpenAI Startup Fund and Founders Fund — It's the latest in a growing wave of bets that AI companies are making on brain data. — OpenAI's venture capital arm …

 
Gaming Can’t Afford More Games the Size of ‘Grand Theft Auto VI’ - Wired Wed, 21 Oct 2026 11:00:00 GMT
Between crushing layoffs, ballooning budgets, and bland end products, video game makers need to stop chasing AAA glory.
 
Bud Light Boycotters Are Still Waiting for Their ‘Woke-Free’ Beer - Wired Wed, 21 Oct 2026 10:45:00 GMT
Ultra Right Beer, a brand launched in 2023 by MAGA political consultant Seth Weathers, has vanished from the internet with many deliveries unfulfilled.
 
Demis Hassabis says he expects AGI within two to three years, down from his three-to-five-year prediction earlier in 2026, and discusses AI's science potential (Ben Cohen/Wall Street Journal) - Techmeme Wed, 21 Oct 2026 10:45:00 GMT

Ben Cohen / Wall Street Journal:
Demis Hassabis says he expects AGI within two to three years, down from his three-to-five-year prediction earlier in 2026, and discusses AI's science potential — YOU CAN LEARN a lot about the people racing to build the world's most powerful technology by asking what keeps them up at night.

 
Dario Amodei says Anthropic's "race to the top" makes AI safer, cites nine safety decisions with "substantial costs", and admits mishandling a draft AI bill (Dario Amodei/@darioamodei) - Techmeme Wed, 21 Oct 2026 10:30:06 GMT

Dario Amodei / @darioamodei:
Dario Amodei says Anthropic's “race to the top” makes AI safer, cites nine safety decisions with “substantial costs”, and admits mishandling a draft AI bill — Thank you for this, @_NathanCalvin. I appreciate and am a fan of the investigative work you've done on behalf of AI safety and believe your comments are coming from a constructive, honest place, and that it benefits the public to have people whose job is to scrutinize the actions of frontier AI com...

 
OpenAI Invests in Startup That Uses Brain Implants to Detect Cancer - Wired Wed, 21 Oct 2026 10:30:00 GMT
It’s the latest in a growing wave of bets that AI companies are making on brain data.
 
Nvidia unveils the DSX POD, a modular containerized version of its Vera Rubin reference architecture to cut data center deployment from six months to 14 days (Charlotte Trueman/DatacenterDynamics) - Techmeme Wed, 21 Oct 2026 10:20:18 GMT

Charlotte Trueman / DatacenterDynamics:
Nvidia unveils the DSX POD, a modular containerized version of its Vera Rubin reference architecture to cut data center deployment from six months to 14 days — Details released at GTC Berlin event, taking place this week — Nvidia has claimed its DSX reference architecture for AI data centers …

 
China criticizes the US DHS's DeepSeek ban, vowing "resolute countermeasures" while rejecting allegations from the FBI and AI labs of illicit distillation (Ephrat Livni/New York Times) - Techmeme Wed, 21 Oct 2026 10:10:01 GMT

Ephrat Livni / New York Times:
China criticizes the US DHS's DeepSeek ban, vowing “resolute countermeasures” while rejecting allegations from the FBI and AI labs of illicit distillation — The response came after Homeland Security ordered the removal and exclusion of products developed by the Chinese company.

 
DLSS 5 Just Got a Lot Faster, but Is It Worth Using? - TechSpot Wed, 21 Oct 2026 10:08:00 GMT
Nvidia's new DLSS 5 model nearly doubles neural rendering speed across the RTX 50 series. We put it to the test to see if the performance gains outweigh the heavy FPS penalty and lingering visual issues.
 
She Was the DEA’s Premier Crypto Detective. The Clues Led Straight to Her Own Family - Wired Wed, 21 Oct 2026 10:00:00 GMT
To escape the chaos of her Russian childhood, Lili Infante became an American law enforcement prodigy. She pioneered the DEA’s investigations of the dark web—never suspecting who she’d find hiding there.
 
The Best Hearing Aids I’ve Tested (2026): Jabra, Resound, Apple, and More - Wired Wed, 21 Oct 2026 10:00:00 GMT
These WIRED-tested devices will help you hear sounds more clearly. Never miss out on a dinner conversation again.
 
Anthropic and Citrini Research use an internal Claude model to autonomously generate protein minibinders against five scorpion neurotoxins, testing 211 designs (Anthropic) - Techmeme Wed, 21 Oct 2026 09:55:03 GMT

Anthropic:
Anthropic and Citrini Research use an internal Claude model to autonomously generate protein minibinders against five scorpion neurotoxins, testing 211 designs — In August, we showed how Claude designed protein minibinders after being given a single prompt.

 
Micron and the union of workers at its Taichung facility sign a multi-issue agreement, without giving details, resolving tensions at its largest Taiwan site (Reuters) - Techmeme Wed, 21 Oct 2026 09:45:00 GMT

Reuters:
Micron and the union of workers at its Taichung facility sign a multi-issue agreement, without giving details, resolving tensions at its largest Taiwan site — Micron Memory Taiwan and a union representing workers at its Taichung operations said on Wednesday they had signed …

 
More copies of Resident Evil: Requiem were sold on PlayStation discs than on Xbox in total, reportedly, as Sony's march to a discless future continues - Eurogamer.net - Google Wed, 21 Oct 2026 09:21:49 GMT
More copies of Resident Evil: Requiem were sold on PlayStation discs than on Xbox in total, reportedly, as Sony's march to a discless future continues Eurogamer.netSee more headlines & perspectives on Google News
 
Subaru is dropping gas cars for EVs in Europe by the end of 2027 - Engadget Wed, 21 Oct 2026 09:14:00 GMT
Subaru will halt the sale of gas-powered vehicles in favor of an all-electric lineup in Europe no later than 2027.
 
SpaceX and Tesla are exploring a possible merger - Engadget Wed, 21 Oct 2026 08:40:59 GMT
SpaceX and Tesla have formed special committees to discuss a merger, but Elon Musk says it's not a certainty.
 
Xbox's next-gen console to reportedly cost up to $1,800, with a Helix handheld coming in 2027 and a full release in holiday 2028 - Eurogamer.net - Google Wed, 21 Oct 2026 08:40:37 GMT
  1. Xbox's next-gen console to reportedly cost up to $1,800, with a Helix handheld coming in 2027 and a full release in holiday 2028 Eurogamer.net
  2. Microsoft reportedly projects $1,200 to $1,800 price for 2028 Project Helix Ars Technica
  3. Windows and Xbox teams reportedly clashed over OS experience for gaming, as next-gen Xbox Helix console slips into 2028 Windows Central
  4. Xbox Helix Console Reportedly Headed for Holiday 2028 at $1,200 to $1,800 TechPowerUp
  5. The Next Xbox Might Cost $1,800, Report Says Engadget
 
Europe Wants Data Centers. Its Climate Goals Are Getting in the Way - Wired Wed, 21 Oct 2026 08:30:00 GMT
A plan to funnel the heat given off by data centers into nearby homes has run aground in Germany. Across Europe, policymakers are weighing AI ambitions against climate objectives.
 
Memo: Nscale CEO Josh Payne says it has "more than $100B in contracted revenue"; sources say it still plans to list by the end of 2026 at a $30B-$35B valuation (Kieran Smith/Financial Times) - Techmeme Wed, 21 Oct 2026 08:00:54 GMT

Kieran Smith / Financial Times:
Memo: Nscale CEO Josh Payne says it has “more than $100B in contracted revenue”; sources say it still plans to list by the end of 2026 at a $30B-$35B valuation — Founder Josh Payne says demand remains ‘insatiable’ for the services of Nvidia-backed data centre group

 
A Stereo Vision Board For Hardware Hackers - Hack a Day Wed, 21 Oct 2026 08:00:50 GMT
It’s plenty easy to do lots of vision tasks with a single camera, but using two cameras gives you lots of magical abilities, like depth perception! If you’d like to …read more
 
Garmin Edge 1060 Cycling GPS Hands-On: Everything You Need to Know! - DC Rainmaker - Google Wed, 21 Oct 2026 05:40:05 GMT
  1. Garmin Edge 1060 Cycling GPS Hands-On: Everything You Need to Know! DC Rainmaker
  2. Garmin Brings Voice Control to Your Handlebars with the New Edge 1060 Outside Magazine
  3. Garmin announces new Edge bike computers and updated Tacx trainer Bicycle Retailer & Industry News
  4. New Garmin Edge 1060 might be better for trail riders than the Edge MTB Singletracks Mountain Bike News
  5. Tacx Nera Turbo Trainer Offers A Fresh Alternative To The Neo 2T Forbes
 
5 GHz Drone Video, With An ESP32 - Hack a Day Wed, 21 Oct 2026 05:00:05 GMT
With the ESP32 series of microcontrollers having had hidden software-defined radio (SDR) facility revealed, we’re now moving on from the announcement into projects making use of the finding. [Twotoz] has …read more
 
Udemy Coupon Codes: 20% Off October 2026 - Wired Wed, 21 Oct 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Learn new skills for less. Discover how to apply a promo code for Udemy, find verified online discounts, and save on professional development.
 
Home Depot Promo Codes: 30% Off in October 2026 - Wired Wed, 21 Oct 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Save up to 50% today with the latest Home Depot promo codes for appliances, power tools, and more this October.
 
TurboTax Full Service Coupons This October 2026 - Wired Wed, 21 Oct 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Tax season doesn’t have to be stressful. Score 10% off full service expert on federal tax filings and more exclusive TurboTax discount codes on WIRED.
 
20% Off Sephora Promo Code | October 2026 - Wired Wed, 21 Oct 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Earn more points on skincare purchases when you use our Sephora coupon.
 
Ulta Promo Codes: Up to 20% Off in October 2026 - Wired Wed, 21 Oct 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Shop the latest beauty trends and save big using an Ulta promo code for beauty tech, makeup, and more.
 
LG Promo Codes and Coupons for October 2026 - Wired Wed, 21 Oct 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Save 20% with an LG promo code today, plus up to $1,000 off appliances, 40% off bestselling TVs and monitors.
 
The Legend Of Zelda: Ocarina Of Time Switch 2 Estimated File Size Revealed - Nintendo Life - Google Wed, 21 Oct 2026 04:32:42 GMT
  1. The Legend Of Zelda: Ocarina Of Time Switch 2 Estimated File Size Revealed Nintendo Life
  2. You have been summoned to watch the new Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time — Overview Trailer! Nintendo
  3. Nintendo Pays Homage to Original 1998 Commercial for The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time in New Remake Trailer IGN
  4. Ocarina of Time Switch 2 Pre-Orders Discounted by $10, Plus More Zelda Deals and Restocks Nintendo Wire
  5. The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time preview – Link faces his scariest challenge yet: the 4K era The Guardian
 
Tod Machover’s new symphony plays with AI while reflecting on democracy - MIT Wed, 21 Oct 2026 04:00:00 GMT
The MIT composer’s inventive “already and not yet,” premiering at the Boston Symphony Orchestra, uses new AI tools to create interplay with musicians while thematically exploring the fortunes of democracy.
 
PHP warns it plans to release 2 emergency patches imminently - ArsTechnica Wed, 21 Oct 2026 02:12:18 GMT
Unconfirmed report claims PHP2Shell exploit remotely executes code on PHP sites.
 
Using Ultrasound and Microbubbles to Make Tiny Devices - Hack a Day Wed, 21 Oct 2026 02:00:33 GMT
Although we generally do not look at bubbles in fluids as more than a curiosity – if not an outright annoyance – in certain contexts they can be very useful. …read more
 
The next Xbox could arrive in 2028 for $1,200 to $1,800, Xbox handheld may launch in 2027 - TechSpot Wed, 21 Oct 2026 00:31:00 GMT

According to Fortune, Microsoft is aiming to launch its next-generation console, codenamed Helix, in time for the 2028 holiday season. As memory costs climb, its price has internally been projected at anywhere between $1,200 and $1,800, unless the company subsidizes the hardware.

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How much power can a 1kW wind turbine produce for your home? - Engadget Wed, 21 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMT
A 1 kW wind turbine can help with your electric bill, but the wind determines how much.
 
First iPhone Duo Unboxing Video Appears Ahead of Friday Launch - MacRumors - Google Tue, 20 Oct 2026 23:31:13 GMT
  1. First iPhone Duo Unboxing Video Appears Ahead of Friday Launch MacRumors
  2. First iPhone Duo unboxing videos surface ahead of official reviews AppleInsider
  3. I can’t get enough of the iPhone Duo’s matte inner display The Verge
  4. The iPhone Duo may not have a visible crease, but the display is soft in that area - GSMArena.com news GSMArena.com
  5. How Apple and Samsung Joined Forces to Create the iPhone Duo’s Display Android Headlines
 
What can you use your Apple Watch Ultra 4 action button for? - Engadget Tue, 20 Oct 2026 23:30:00 GMT
Here's what your Apple Watch Ultra 4 action button can really do, from launching workouts and retracing routes to controlling smart home devices with one tap.
 
Lazarus and the Free Pascal Compiler Gain Dynamic Package Support - Hack a Day Tue, 20 Oct 2026 23:00:18 GMT
If you have developed in Pascal or Delphi in the past decades, you’re probably familiar with the Lazarus IDE that provides an interface to the Free Pascal Compiler (FPC), much …read more
 
Oura Ring can track new stats related to cardio fitness - Engadget Tue, 20 Oct 2026 23:00:10 GMT
Oura has updated its smart rings with new cardio fitness-related metrics, including VO2 Max estimates.
 
Five things you should know before buying the iPhone Duo - Engadget Tue, 20 Oct 2026 23:00:00 GMT
From software limitations to the pre-sale deals, here's what you need to know ahead of the iPhone Duo launch.
 
GTA 6 Fans Think Rockstar Games Is Shooting an Elaborate and Expensive Live-Action Trailer in Miami - IGN - Google Tue, 20 Oct 2026 22:48:38 GMT
  1. GTA 6 Fans Think Rockstar Games Is Shooting an Elaborate and Expensive Live-Action Trailer in Miami IGN
  2. ‘Miami-Dade County is not Vice City’: GTA 6 is taking over Miami—and dividing the county Fortune
  3. You May Be Able to Drink Real Versions of GTA 6's Iconic Beer Brands Very Soon IGN
  4. GTA 6 unleashes saucy ads on the streets of Miami Creative Bloq
  5. GTA 6 fans were shown real-life versions of in-game cars. GameGPU
 
Investigation Reveals How TikTok Executives Ignored Internal Child-Safety Warnings - CNET Tue, 20 Oct 2026 22:42:22 GMT
NPR reports that TikTok staff raised the alarm on youth bypassing age restrictions as well as being sexually exploited on the platform.
 
Fitbit Edge vs. Fitbit Inspire 3: How these Google fitness trackers compare - Engadget Tue, 20 Oct 2026 22:30:00 GMT
Google's latest tracker is a middle ground between a simple tracker and full smartwatch.
 
Google’s more personalized Gemini AI is heading to your car - The Verge - Google Tue, 20 Oct 2026 22:11:34 GMT
  1. Google’s more personalized Gemini AI is heading to your car The Verge
  2. Get hands-free personalized help on the road with Gemini blog.google
  3. Google is bringing a more personal version of its Gemini AI assistant to your car TechCrunch
  4. Google upgrading Gemini for Android Auto with Personal Intelligence 9to5Google
  5. Gemini’s Personal Intelligence is coming to cars Ars Technica
 
Millions of routers can be hijacked over Wi-Fi thanks to a 16-year-old bug - TechSpot Tue, 20 Oct 2026 22:08:00 GMT

Security researcher Quentin Kaiser detailed the flaw at the Hexacon conference in Paris on October 16. He calls it WPSplinter, a name he only gave it because Broadcom refused to issue an official identifier.

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Merging SpaceX and Tesla would be a "good idea," Musk says - ArsTechnica Tue, 20 Oct 2026 22:04:54 GMT
"I do think there's a lot of merit to combining the companies."
 
The next Xbox might cost $1,800, report says - Engadget Tue, 20 Oct 2026 22:01:23 GMT
Microsoft is targeting a 2028 release for its next-gen Xbox, which could be incredibly expensive, according to details reported in a profile with Xbox's CEO.
 
What to expect at Apple's 'Pro and Tell' event on October 28 - Engadget Tue, 20 Oct 2026 22:00:00 GMT
From the first touchscreen MacBook to an OLED iPad mini, here's everything Apple is expected to announce next week.
 
Spotify Launches Paid Fan Memberships for Podcast Creators - CNET Tue, 20 Oct 2026 21:50:17 GMT
Early adopters are charging $5 per month for premium content, but pricing is up to them.
 
Cops raid office of RFK Jr. allies planning “unethical” vaccine trial on babies - ArsTechnica Tue, 20 Oct 2026 21:44:34 GMT
Guinea-Bissau police said hepatitis B vaccine doses were taken as part of an investigation.
 
The latest PlayStation firmware may have already been cracked ahead of GTA 6 - Engadget Tue, 20 Oct 2026 21:30:57 GMT
Hackers aren't giving up at cracking the Playstation 5's latest firmware as evidenced by a new video showing an apparent kernel exploit.
 
MIT student team CERBERUZ wins NASA LunaRecycle Centennial Challenge, turning lunar trash into tools - MIT Tue, 20 Oct 2026 21:30:00 GMT
The team took first prize in both the Prototype and Digital Twin tracks for its lunar waste recycling system.
 
The ocean’s most abundant “loner” microbe has a sticky second life - MIT Tue, 20 Oct 2026 21:15:00 GMT
Researchers in the Chisholm lab find Prochlorococcus can switch between drifting alone and living in attached communities, a discovery that could reshape estimates of how much carbon the ocean moves to the deep sea.
 
Microsoft reportedly projects $1,200 to $1,800 price for 2028 Project Helix - ArsTechnica Tue, 20 Oct 2026 21:14:33 GMT
Xbox maker is also apparently planning its own gaming handheld for next year.
 
Update now: Hackers are exploiting Plex server vulnerabilities to install malware - TechSpot Tue, 20 Oct 2026 21:06:00 GMT
Hackers are actively exploiting security vulnerabilities in outdated Plex Media Server installations to deploy cryptocurrency miners and proxy malware. Plex confirms widespread attacks against internet-facing servers, with the flaws allowing remote code execution without authentication. The vulnerabilities were patched in version 1.43.3.10861. Users running older versions are urged to update immediately.
 
ChatGPT now lets you lock sensitive chats behind a PIN - Engadget Tue, 20 Oct 2026 21:05:00 GMT
OpenAI has introduced a new "locked chats" feature to protect users' more sensitive conversations with ChatGPT.
 
Beaver Works Summer Institute: A leader in transformational STEM education - MIT Tue, 20 Oct 2026 21:00:00 GMT
Jointly run by Lincoln Laboratory and the School of Engineering, the program has guided thousands of high school students to technical paths over the past 10 years.
 
Judge tosses sexual abuse lawsuit from Sam Altman's sister - Engadget Tue, 20 Oct 2026 20:53:25 GMT
A lawsuit brought by the OpenAI CEO's sister was dismissed after Anne Altman refused a medical exam.
 
A New Rocco Smart Fridge Just Dropped. So Did the Prices (2026) - Wired Tue, 20 Oct 2026 20:47:46 GMT
Save $100 on the new Essential or $200 on the original, and give your holiday drinks a place of their own.
 
Cloud Strife, Sephiroth and Other FF7 Characters Land on Xbox Game Pass Soon - CNET Tue, 20 Oct 2026 20:46:56 GMT
It wouldn’t be Halloween without some spooky games, too, and Xbox Game Pass has you covered.
 
JustWatch, which tackles streaming fragmentation, launches own streaming service - ArsTechnica Tue, 20 Oct 2026 20:20:12 GMT
A lifetime ad-free subscription is available.
 
EA Sports Announces Return of 'Fight Night' Boxing Video Game, 'The Fight Is Never Over' - Bleacher Report - Google Tue, 20 Oct 2026 20:09:34 GMT
  1. EA Sports Announces Return of 'Fight Night' Boxing Video Game, 'The Fight Is Never Over' Bleacher Report
  2. Fan-Favorite Boxing Sim Franchise Fight Night Is Getting a New Entry IGN
  3. For The First Time Since The Xbox 360, Fight Night Is Making A Comeback Pure Xbox
  4. EA Sports Fight Night Return: Release Date, Roster and What We Know Forbes
  5. EA Sports Is Finally Bringing Back 'Fight Night' After 15 Years Complex
 
Meta drops the word "train" from its commercial TOS after AI backlash - ArsTechnica Tue, 20 Oct 2026 20:07:58 GMT
Meta changes AI scraping policy but won’t add language respecting robots.txt.
 
Meta suspends Muse chats sharing feature after it left private details exposed - Engadget Tue, 20 Oct 2026 20:00:43 GMT
Researchers accessed 6,800 shared conversations with the AI agent, including internal company documents.
 
Gemini's Personal Intelligence is coming to cars - ArsTechnica Tue, 20 Oct 2026 20:00:33 GMT
It's probably time to audit your Gemini settings.
 
Going Whole-Hog on a First Satellite Ground Station - Hack a Day Tue, 20 Oct 2026 20:00:21 GMT
When most radio enthusiasts start trying to pick up signals from satellites, they might put together a quick-and-dirty Yagi antenna and try to catch a repeater as is passes overhead, …read more
 
Today’s NYT Wordle Hints, Answer and Help for Wednesday, Oct. 21, #1950 - CNET Tue, 20 Oct 2026 20:00:00 GMT
Need a Wordle hint today? Get spoiler-free hints for NYT Wordle No. 1,950 on Wednesday, Oct. 21, then the answer, plus yesterday’s word.
 
Google brings Gemini Personal Intelligence to Android Auto - Engadget Tue, 20 Oct 2026 20:00:00 GMT
In the coming months, the feature will also roll out to cars with Google built-in.
 
OpenBSD 8.0 arrives with security record still intact - ArsTechnica Tue, 20 Oct 2026 19:57:18 GMT
OpenBSD 8.0 lands with Intel Arc support, ARM64 hibernation, and 64-vCPU guests
 
John Ternus talks his involvement with design teams at Apple - 9to5Mac - Google Tue, 20 Oct 2026 19:51:00 GMT
  1. John Ternus talks his involvement with design teams at Apple 9to5Mac
  2. John Ternus Is Engineering a New Era for Apple: The Best Inventions of 2026 Time Magazine
  3. Apple CEO John Ternus says design still means everything & includes whimsey AppleInsider
  4. John Ternus talks iPhone Duo, ‘cheap and crappy’ foldables in new interview 9to5Mac
  5. Apple’s New CEO Just Demonstrated How to Stay Classy While Insulting the Competition Inc.com
 
The Internet goes on high alert after discovery of 8 compromised TLS certs - ArsTechnica Tue, 20 Oct 2026 19:47:35 GMT
Intermediate certs allow anyone to mint web credentials for any Internet server.
 
Apple's Touchscreen OLED MacBook Pro: Everything We Know - MacRumors - Google Tue, 20 Oct 2026 19:40:41 GMT
  1. Apple's Touchscreen OLED MacBook Pro: Everything We Know MacRumors
  2. Apple Announces Oct. 28 Event for Touch-Screen MacBook Pro Bloomberg.com
  3. Apple announces product launch event for Oct. 28. Analysts expect touchscreen laptop CNBC
  4. Apple to host 'Pro and tell' event on October 28 in LA Reuters
  5. At Apple, Pigs Are About to Fly The Information
 
Xbox Game Pass Reportedly Getting 'Major Overhaul,' Will Feature 'À La Carte' Options - IGN - Google Tue, 20 Oct 2026 19:40:16 GMT
  1. Xbox Game Pass Reportedly Getting 'Major Overhaul,' Will Feature 'À La Carte' Options IGN
  2. Xbox Game Pass "Á La Carte" System May Let Players Choose Features TechPowerUp
  3. A Big Overhaul Of Xbox Game Pass Is In The Works Kotaku
  4. Report: Game Pass will get choose-your-own subscription options TweakTown
  5. Updated concept Xbox Game Pass will allow players to pay only for the features they need GameGPU
 
Dear Tim Sweeney, You Could Learn A Thing Or Two From The Xbox Exec Who Posted So Bad That He Had To Delete His Account - Aftermath - Google Tue, 20 Oct 2026 19:39:30 GMT
  1. Dear Tim Sweeney, You Could Learn A Thing Or Two From The Xbox Exec Who Posted So Bad That He Had To Delete His Account Aftermath
  2. Xbox biz guy deletes his X account less than 24 hours after saying game devs who don't embrace AI 'should not be in the business of being a business' Yahoo Tech
  3. 'If I'm Fired Tomorrow It Will Be Because I Told You the Truth' — Xbox Business Strategist Deletes Social Media Account After Accusing the Game Industry of 'Pretending to Not Use AI' IGN
  4. "We're using AI": Xbox business strategist claims he could be fired "because I told you the truth that nobody wants you to know" Windows Central
  5. Microsoft Employee Shares Their 'Truth' About AI Usage At Xbox & Beyond Pure Xbox
 
As Midterms Approach, Top American Fears Include AI Interference in the Political Process - CNET Tue, 20 Oct 2026 19:28:30 GMT
Some fears remain the same, but new tech-related ones are emerging and climbing the ranks.
 
Employees warned TikTok about child exploitation, court documents show - Engadget Tue, 20 Oct 2026 19:25:38 GMT
The company is facing hundreds of lawsuits over its record on safety.
 
TP-Link tries to appease Trump admin with pledge to assemble routers in US - ArsTechnica Tue, 20 Oct 2026 19:25:14 GMT
TP-Link can't sell latest routers in US despite rivals getting FCC approvals.
 
A judge lets Denuvo subpoena Discord, Reddit, and Steam to unmask the cracker Voices38 - TechSpot Tue, 20 Oct 2026 19:14:00 GMT

Denuvo's first attempt to uncover Voices38's real identity was unsuccessful because the company tried to obtain too much data at once. Now, a California federal judge has granted the Irdeto-owned DRM maker's revised subpoena requests. Several internet companies will soon have to respond to Denuvo's lawyers, but Voices38 could still...

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Does anyone actually want to win the medium-lift race in the United States? - Ars Technica - Google Tue, 20 Oct 2026 19:13:31 GMT
Does anyone actually want to win the medium-lift race in the United States? Ars Technica
 
Does anyone actually want to win the medium-lift race in the United States? - ArsTechnica Tue, 20 Oct 2026 19:13:31 GMT
Ars Technica is here to help with a guide to the medium-lift space race.
 
Xbox CEO is reportedly planning three more rounds of layoffs - The Verge - Google Tue, 20 Oct 2026 19:06:40 GMT
  1. Xbox CEO is reportedly planning three more rounds of layoffs The Verge
  2. The non-gamer CEO racing to save Microsoft’s Xbox Fortune
  3. Xbox to Slash Even More Jobs This Month, with Further Cuts in November and January Push Square
  4. Asha Sharma’s Xbox reset may bring 3 more layoff rounds, fresh job cuts starting this month India Today
  5. Xbox acknowledges that its future is in jeopardy as it lays off 3,200 employees: “We will not survive if we on Diario AS
 
Coming to XBOX Game Pass: Final Fantasy VII Remake Intergrade, The Séance of Blake Manor, and More - XBOX Wire - Google Tue, 20 Oct 2026 19:00:40 GMT
  1. Coming to XBOX Game Pass: Final Fantasy VII Remake Intergrade, The Séance of Blake Manor, and More XBOX Wire
  2. Here's our second wave of Xbox Game Pass games for October 2026 Eurogamer.net
  3. Xbox Announces Eight Titles Coming To Game Pass At October's Indie Showcase Pure Xbox
  4. Xbox Game Pass’s Newest Wave Is Headlined By A Huge Final Fantasy Adventure GameSpot
  5. At last, Final Fantasy VII Remake is coming to Xbox Game Pass Windows Central
 
Robotic beehives and cancer-sniffing dogs: Israeli innovations make TIME’s Best Inventions list - The Times of Israel - Google Tue, 20 Oct 2026 18:31:00 GMT
  1. Robotic beehives and cancer-sniffing dogs: Israeli innovations make TIME’s Best Inventions list The Times of Israel
  2. Fujifilm Instax Mini Evo Cinema: The Best Inventions of 2026 Time Magazine
  3. Time Released Its Best Inventions of 2026 — These Shop TODAY Editor Favorites Made the Cut TODAY.com
  4. TIME Best Inventions of 2026 NASA Science (.gov)
  5. TIME Names Fujifilm’s $410 Retro Video Camera One of 2026’s Best Inventions Y.M.Cinema
 
NASA’s Lunar Grounding Challenge is a Real Buzz - Hack a Day Tue, 20 Oct 2026 18:30:27 GMT
One could make a joke about how an astronaut walking on the lunar surface is rather akin to a cat walking on the carpet in the living room, but out …read more
 
GTA 6 is on track to smash records as pre-orders exceed 6 million copies - TechSpot Tue, 20 Oct 2026 18:30:00 GMT

As of October 20, Rockstar has pre-sold an estimated 6.45 million copies of the game – earning roughly $630 million in the process. According to Sensor Tower, most – 74% – are buying the game for PlayStation 5. Broken down another way, it works out to 4.8 million copies sold for PS5 and 1.66 million on Xbox.

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How long can you expect your original Steam Deck to last? - Engadget Tue, 20 Oct 2026 18:30:00 GMT
The original Steam Deck has been around for a while, but unless you only play the heaviest games, it should be great for some time more.
 
Shrek 2 Remastered Reveal Trailer Parodies GTA 6, Sets November Release Date - IGN - Google Tue, 20 Oct 2026 18:24:08 GMT
  1. Shrek 2 Remastered Reveal Trailer Parodies GTA 6, Sets November Release Date IGN
  2. Watch Out GTA 6, A Shrek 2 Remaster Was Just Announced GameSpot
  3. Shrek 2 Remastered Gets Official November Release Date For Xbox Series X|S Pure Xbox
  4. Shrek 2 Remastered Takes PS5 to a 'Nostalgic Era of Gaming' This November Push Square
  5. DreamWorks Shrek 2 Remastered brings the swamp to PC and consoles November 10 GamingTrend
 
GTA 6 Platform Poll: 36% of DF Viewers to Play on PS5 Pro after 30,000 Votes - Digital Foundry - Google Tue, 20 Oct 2026 18:24:00 GMT
  1. GTA 6 Platform Poll: 36% of DF Viewers to Play on PS5 Pro after 30,000 Votes Digital Foundry
  2. Grand Theft Auto VI Launch Trailer Rockstar Games
  3. You Can Watch the Newest ‘GTA VI’ Trailer One Month Before the Game’s Release Car and Driver
  4. Justice Composed the Score for Grand Theft Auto VI Pitchfork
  5. 'GTA 6' is almost here, 13 years after 'GTA 5'. Here's what you need to know. Yahoo Tech
 
Ukraine’s drone rescue of wounded soldier puts much touted idea into practice - ArsTechnica Tue, 20 Oct 2026 18:22:54 GMT
Ukraine’s latest drone innovation may boost bleak odds of evacuating casualties.
 
Samsung Has Already Found the Next Way to Unfold a Phone - Gizmodo - Google Tue, 20 Oct 2026 18:20:54 GMT
  1. Samsung Has Already Found the Next Way to Unfold a Phone Gizmodo
  2. Samsung fighting iPhone Duo by launching six foldable phones next year 9to5Mac
  3. Forget folding phones: Samsung fans are already obsessing over the Galaxy Z Slide PhoneArena
  4. Sliding into 2027? Galaxy Z rumors say Samsung could drop a sliding phone Android Central
  5. Samsung 2027 Foldables: 6 Models, 3 Fold 9s, 1 Slide Phone Memeburn
 
AMD is bringing its next-gen FSR 4.1 upscaling tech to Xbox - Engadget Tue, 20 Oct 2026 18:17:00 GMT
Coming soon to the X/S and Ally devices.
 
Here's What Apple's Apps Look Like on the iPhone Duo - MacRumors - Google Tue, 20 Oct 2026 18:12:38 GMT
  1. Here's What Apple's Apps Look Like on the iPhone Duo MacRumors
  2. Can iPhone Duo run two apps at the same time? The Apple Post
  3. Games, Webtoons and More Complete Screen Optimization Ahead of iPhone Duo Launch 아시아경제
  4. iPhone Duo vs. iPad Pro (M5), and why your Netflix tablet should probably fold in half Gadget Flow
  5. Transform iPhone Duo into a Portable Music Player: Relive Youthful Memories with 2.2 Million Enthusiasts 36Kr
 
Quantum error correction goes well beyond breakeven - ArsTechnica Tue, 20 Oct 2026 18:08:57 GMT
A demo of error-corrected qubits shows big reductions in errors as they grow.
 
No, I’m not a Human coming to PS5, Xbox Series, and Switch in 2027 - Gematsu - Google Tue, 20 Oct 2026 18:02:04 GMT
  1. No, I’m not a Human coming to PS5, Xbox Series, and Switch in 2027 Gematsu
  2. Three CRITICAL REFLEX Hits Are Coming to XBOX, And One Arrives Today XBOX Wire
  3. Arctic Eggs, Mouthwashing, and No, I'm Not a Human Are Coming to Xbox | IDXBOX IGN
  4. Horror thriller No I’m Not a Human heading to Nintendo Switch Nintendo Everything
  5. Cooking simulator "Arctic Eggs" announced for Switch GoNintendo
 
How often should you restart your Apple Watch? - Engadget Tue, 20 Oct 2026 18:00:00 GMT
Your Apple Watch doesn't need frequent restarts like a computer, but you might still want to shut down when something's off.
 
ID@XBOX x IGN Showcase Recap: All the News and Announcements - XBOX Wire - Google Tue, 20 Oct 2026 17:50:15 GMT
  1. ID@XBOX x IGN Showcase Recap: All the News and Announcements XBOX Wire
  2. Here's A Recap Of The October 2026 ID@Xbox Showcase Game Informer
  3. ID@Xbox Showcase October 2026: Everything Announced IGN
  4. Roundup: Here's What Was Revealed At The ID@Xbox October 2026 Showcase Pure Xbox
  5. Everything Shown At ID@Xbox x IGN Showcase Console Creatures
 
A supercomputer is about to launch to the moon aboard a rover named FLIP - Space - Google Tue, 20 Oct 2026 17:42:41 GMT
  1. A supercomputer is about to launch to the moon aboard a rover named FLIP Space
  2. HPE to launch AI straight to the Moon The Register
  3. Hewlett Packard Enterprise, NASA, And Deloitte Consulting LLP To Deploy AI Workloads On HPE Spaceborne Computer-4 www.marketscreener.com
  4. HPE, Astrolab team up to launch first high-performance computer to moon's surface this year The Business Journals
  5. NASA-backed lunar rover to test language models, laser mapping on Moon with fanless GPU Interesting Engineering
 
French Government Calls Emergency Meetings With Platforms Over Protests - Wired Tue, 20 Oct 2026 17:41:58 GMT
TikTok and other sites were told to curb protest footage and AI-altered images, while online retailers like Vinted and eBay reportedly signed an agreement stop looted goods from flooding resale sites.
 
Meta tries to scapegoat staff who downloaded torrents to spare execs - ArsTechnica Tue, 20 Oct 2026 17:40:20 GMT
Meta argues nobody “decided” to pirate books to train AI.
 
Spotify is dancing around its AI 'slop and spam' problem - Engadget Tue, 20 Oct 2026 17:11:26 GMT
The company said it removed 50 million such tracks from recommendations, but hasn't necessarily wiped them entirely.
 
ChatGPT's Chrome extension can now control tabs, download files, and fill out forms - TechSpot Tue, 20 Oct 2026 17:02:00 GMT

ChatGPT's Chrome extension gained the ability to access content from open tabs last July. The latest update introduces two distinct AI modes, Chat and Work, allowing ChatGPT to interact with browser tabs and perform a wide range of tasks, including filling out online forms using information from documents stored on...

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Impressions: Call Of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 DMZ - CoD's Extraction Shooter Mode Hits The Target - Nintendo Life - Google Tue, 20 Oct 2026 17:00:00 GMT
  1. Impressions: Call Of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 DMZ - CoD's Extraction Shooter Mode Hits The Target Nintendo Life
  2. Ready for Launch: Modern Warfare 4 Progression and Prestige Call of Duty® | Best-Selling Video Game Franchise
  3. Call Of Duty: Modern Warfare 4′ s Campaign Is Exactly What I Want From A Big-Budget Shooter Kotaku
  4. Hands‑on with MW4’s new DMZ mode left me stunned — this isn’t the experience I thought I’d get Windows Central
  5. You Don't Need An Expensive Console Or High-End PC To Play Call Of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 GameSpot
 
Don't put your phone in the TSA bin — do this instead - Engadget Tue, 20 Oct 2026 16:45:00 GMT
Let's be honest, TSA bins are just gross.
 
Don't Put Your Phone In The TSA Bin — Do This Instead - Engadget - Google Tue, 20 Oct 2026 16:45:00 GMT
Don't Put Your Phone In The TSA Bin — Do This Instead Engadget
 
Nintendo announces Halloween 2026 sale for Switch 2 and Switch - Nintendo Everything - Google Tue, 20 Oct 2026 16:39:04 GMT
  1. Nintendo announces Halloween 2026 sale for Switch 2 and Switch Nintendo Everything
  2. Screaming Deals: Save on select digital games Nintendo
  3. Nintendo running "Screaming Deals" eShop sale until Nov. 1st, 2026 GoNintendo
  4. Nintendo’s 2026 Halloween Switch game sale now live: Up 75% off with deals from $3 9to5Toys
  5. 11 spooky Nintendo Switch games I'm playing this Halloween Tom's Guide
 
AMD Announces FSR 4.1 for Xbox Series X/S, Z2 Extreme and Z2A Handhelds, RX 6000 GPUs and More - Digital Foundry - Google Tue, 20 Oct 2026 16:28:00 GMT
  1. AMD Announces FSR 4.1 for Xbox Series X/S, Z2 Extreme and Z2A Handhelds, RX 6000 GPUs and More Digital Foundry
  2. AMD FSR Upscaling 4.1 Boosts Frames and Image Quality on More Devices AMD
  3. When will Xbox Series X|S and Xbox Ally get FSR 4.1? Sooner than you think! Windows Central
  4. AMD is bringing FSR 4.1 to Xbox consoles and handhelds The Verge
  5. AMD Software Adrenalin 26.10.1 WHQL Drivers Released TechPowerUp
 
AI-assisted vibe coding brings Thunderbolt 4 support to Windows 98 SE - TechSpot Tue, 20 Oct 2026 16:18:00 GMT

A developer by the name of Yeo Kheng Meng recently commissioned AI to create a driver that enables generic USB 3.x, USB4, and Thunderbolt 3/4 host controllers to work on ancient operating systems including Window 98 SE, ME, 2000, XP, Vista, and 7.

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People Using AI to Make Smart TVs Dumb Again Is the Most 2026 Thing Ever - Gizmodo - Google Tue, 20 Oct 2026 16:15:45 GMT
  1. People Using AI to Make Smart TVs Dumb Again Is the Most 2026 Thing Ever Gizmodo
  2. ‘It was so satisfying when I threw a rock through the screen’: the people sick of being spied on by their smart TV The Guardian
  3. People are using AI to make their smart TVs dumb again TechCrunch
  4. Developers Are Using AI to Strip Ads and Tracking From Smart TVs Yahoo Tech
  5. People are now vibe-coding their smart TVs to strip them of ads and unwanted features XDA
 
AI Had Better Work Out - Ed Zitron's Where's Your Ed At - Google Tue, 20 Oct 2026 16:14:10 GMT
AI Had Better Work Out Ed Zitron's Where's Your Ed At
 
Samsung's Galaxy S27 lineup takes shape in new leak - Android Authority - Google Tue, 20 Oct 2026 16:14:00 GMT
  1. Samsung's Galaxy S27 lineup takes shape in new leak Android Authority
  2. Exclusive: Galaxy S27, S27+ and S27 Ultra Screen Protector Images Show Expected Sizes SammyGuru
  3. Samsung Galaxy S27 Release Date: Earlier Launch, New Ultra Design Forbes
  4. Galaxy S27 Ultra: Samsung fans are still asking for the same upgrades we’ve wanted for years PhoneArena
  5. Tipster says Galaxy S27 Ultra will have slightly thicker bezels than S26 Ultra - GSMArena.com news GSMArena.com
 
'GTA 6' at Risk as PS5 Hackers Officially Claim Major New Breakthrough - Polygon.com - Google Tue, 20 Oct 2026 16:09:44 GMT
  1. 'GTA 6' at Risk as PS5 Hackers Officially Claim Major New Breakthrough Polygon.com
  2. PS5 Firmware 14.10 Reportedly Jailbroken in Private, Hypervisor Still Holding Up TechPowerUp
  3. Sony Issues New PS5 Firmware Update as Jailbreak Race Heats Up Ahead of GTA 6 Release IGN
  4. PS5 Update 26.07-14.20.00 Is a Minor System Patch Released for Security and GTA 6 MP1st
  5. Sony PlayStation 5 latest news: How a massive security breach and AI frame patents are shaking UK console gaming cristinaiglesias.com
 
Hatch Sleep Clock Review: A Contactless Sleep Tracker (2026) - Wired Tue, 20 Oct 2026 16:03:17 GMT
I’m obsessed with sleep data, but I don’t love wearing a smartwatch to bed. Can the Hatch Sleep Clock give me the best of both worlds at an affordable price?
 
Villion: Code launches January 26, 2027 in the west - Gematsu - Google Tue, 20 Oct 2026 16:01:35 GMT
  1. Villion: Code launches January 26, 2027 in the west Gematsu
  2. Compile Heart's Villion:Code Game Launches in West on January 26 Anime News Network
  3. JRPG Villion: Code Adds to the Insanity of PS5's January Release Schedule Push Square
  4. Villion:Code Interview - Cozy Okada On Modern JRPGs And Reuniting With Persona Veterans Noisy Pixel
  5. Villion: Code gets Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch release date Nintendo Everything
 
Europe's four largest carriers want to build a Starlink rival, but they don't have satellites - TechSpot Tue, 20 Oct 2026 15:39:00 GMT

Deutsche Telekom, Orange, Telefónica, and Vodafone have signed a letter of intent to explore a joint bid for Mobile Satellite Services spectrum in Europe. The agreement, announced on Monday, is an early step toward offering direct-to-device connectivity through their existing mobile networks.

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'Grand Theft Auto VI' release set to cost US economy staggering amount as gamers plan PTO days | OutKick - Fox News - Google Tue, 20 Oct 2026 15:38:19 GMT
  1. 'Grand Theft Auto VI' release set to cost US economy staggering amount as gamers plan PTO days | OutKick Fox News
  2. Gaming Can’t Afford More Games the Size of ‘Grand Theft Auto VI’ WIRED
  3. Games like Call of Duty and EA Sports FC most at risk of losing players during GTA 6 launch, according to new data GamesIndustry.biz
  4. US economy could lose $1B in lost productivity due to GTA 6's release: analysts WKRC
  5. Video game’s release could cost US economy $1B in lost productivity in just one day New York Post
 
Spreading Life to Bleached Coral - Hack a Day Tue, 20 Oct 2026 15:30:22 GMT
A series of ten close up images of two pieces of coral. In the first, on the top left, the coral on the left is bright white while the one on the right is brown with darker brown spots. Text reads:
Coral bleaching is a major problem for ocean ecosystems as the ocean gets warmer. Researchers at Stanford have found a new method for regenerating bleached corals. Scientists working on coral …read more
 
An AI Agent Joined a Listserv of Top Internet Researchers. The Reply-All Chaos Is Still Unfolding - Wired Tue, 20 Oct 2026 15:07:43 GMT
Hysteria over the agent's appearance in a 7,500-person group reveals that internet experts have outdated notions of privacy.
 
Here's how to preorder Apple's HomeView smart display — plus alternatives to shop now - Fox News - Google Tue, 20 Oct 2026 15:06:10 GMT
  1. Here's how to preorder Apple's HomeView smart display — plus alternatives to shop now Fox News
  2. Apple’s HomeView Offers Tantalizing Preview of a Future Robotic Version Bloomberg.com
  3. Why Apple is finally making its own smart home devices The Verge
  4. Apple HomeView vs. Amazon Echo Show 8: Can Apple Beat the Best on Its First Try? PCMag
  5. Interested in Trying Apple’s HomeView? Make Sure You Buy the Right Model CNET
 
Designers’ notes: creating the new Tomb Kings of Khemri miniatures - Warhammer Community - Google Tue, 20 Oct 2026 14:57:23 GMT
  1. Designers’ notes: creating the new Tomb Kings of Khemri miniatures Warhammer Community
  2. Sunday Preview – Tomb Kings rise again Warhammer Community
  3. Designers’ notes: The River of Bones lore Warhammer Community
  4. Pre-orders for the \"Nehekharan Host\" set for Warhammer: The Old World will open on October 24 iXBT.games
  5. ‘Warhammer: The Old World’- The Other Tomb King Minis We Need Bell of Lost Souls
 
On Warhammer TV this week – Devastation and drybrushing - Warhammer Community - Google Tue, 20 Oct 2026 14:56:52 GMT
On Warhammer TV this week – Devastation and drybrushing Warhammer Community
 
Polestar tries to quantify what it’s like to drive a performance car - ArsTechnica Tue, 20 Oct 2026 14:53:07 GMT
Drivers had electrodes strapped to their heads as they tested EVs on track.
 
Bungie could be making Star Wars Battlefront 3 instead of longtime series developer DICE - TechSpot Tue, 20 Oct 2026 14:41:00 GMT

Outside of DICE, which revived Star Wars Battlefront in 2015, Bungie might be the top contender to develop a new entry, according to EGM and prominent leaker Jeff Grubb. If accurate, the news suggests the project is years away, potentially resulting in the longest release gap in the franchise's history.

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Check Your Google Home Speaker: New Bug Downloads Up to 3TB of Data a Month - PCMag - Google Tue, 20 Oct 2026 14:19:53 GMT
  1. Check Your Google Home Speaker: New Bug Downloads Up to 3TB of Data a Month PCMag
  2. Some Google Home Speakers downloading massive amounts of data in the background 9to5Google
  3. Some Google Home Speakers caught downloading hundreds of gigs of data The Verge
  4. Hungry, hungry speaker: Google Home Speaker consumes data in droves Android Central
  5. You Should Probably Check Your Google Home Speaker’s Data Usage Gizmodo
 
Stupid Never Dies Blends a Wacky Tone with Aggressive Gameplay to Create a Unique Pop-Punk Action Game - IGN - Google Tue, 20 Oct 2026 14:00:00 GMT
  1. Stupid Never Dies Blends a Wacky Tone with Aggressive Gameplay to Create a Unique Pop-Punk Action Game IGN
  2. Stupid Never Dies Is Easily the Worst Game of 2026 Polygon.com
  3. Stupid Never Dies review Games Asylum
  4. Neither a musou nor a soulslike. Stupid Never Dies offers hardcore action gamers an alternative to mainstream AAA games and remakes. We talk to the developers AUTOMATON
  5. Stupid Never Dies review - from the producer of Devil May Cry Metro.co.uk
 
US bans DeepSeek from federal agencies, prompting angry response from China - TechSpot Tue, 20 Oct 2026 13:58:00 GMT

The Department of Homeland Security's notice was made public on October 19, ahead of today's Federal Register publication. The underlying order dates back to late July, according to AP, making this a public disclosure of an earlier decision rather than a ban signed this week.

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Nvidia's RTX 6060 probably won't arrive until 2029, will be slower than the PS6 - TechSpot Tue, 20 Oct 2026 13:22:00 GMT

Prominent leaker Kepler_L2 recently suggested that Nvidia's next-generation mainstream graphics card, tentatively called the RTX 6060, could be delayed until as late as 2029. Memory supply shortages are the obvious cause.

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Ys VIII: Lacrimosa of DANA coming to Switch 2 on February 25, 2027 - Gematsu - Google Tue, 20 Oct 2026 13:14:26 GMT
  1. Ys VIII: Lacrimosa of DANA coming to Switch 2 on February 25, 2027 Gematsu
  2. Ys 8 coming to Nintendo Switch 2 Nintendo Everything
  3. Ys VIII: Lacrimosa Of Dana Game Gets Switch 2 Release on February 25 Anime News Network
  4. Few Switch 2 Games Run at 120 FPS, Yet Ys VIII: Lacrimosa of Dana Joins Metroid Prime 4 in February Wccftech
  5. Ys VIII: Lacrimosa of DANA Action-RPG Heads to Switch 2 in February 2027 Crunchyroll
 
Elden Ring Title Update 1.17.2 Released – Full Patch Notes - DSOGaming - Google Tue, 20 Oct 2026 13:02:14 GMT
  1. Elden Ring Title Update 1.17.2 Released – Full Patch Notes DSOGaming
  2. ELDEN RING – Patch Notes Version 1.17.2 Bandai Namco Europe
  3. Elden Ring Update 1.26 Pushed Out on October 20 MP1st
  4. Elden Ring Surprise Update Officially Released OpenCritic
  5. Elden Ring Patch 1.17.2 Fixes Equipment and Arrow Bugs TwistedVoxel
 
2 ‘Self-Critical’ Habits Of Highly Intelligent People, By A Psychologist - Forbes - Google Tue, 20 Oct 2026 13:00:23 GMT
2 ‘Self-Critical’ Habits Of Highly Intelligent People, By A Psychologist Forbes
 
Final Fantasy dips back into the SNES golden era with Resonance - The Verge - Google Tue, 20 Oct 2026 13:00:00 GMT
  1. Final Fantasy dips back into the SNES golden era with Resonance The Verge
  2. How Final Fantasy Resonance uses Visions to change how we see the series PlayStation.Blog
  3. Final Fantasy Resonance Sets a Higher Bar for HD-2D and Brings the RPG Series Back to Turn-Based IGN
  4. Final Fantasy Resonance Review - Review Nintendo World Report
  5. Final Fantasy Resonance Feels Like Comfort Food, But I Want Cuisine Kotaku
 
TextNow’s $150 Yello Phone Is Customized for Kids and Pairs Up With a $20 Monthly Plan - CNET Tue, 20 Oct 2026 13:00:00 GMT
The lower-cost phone has a parent portal for managing calls and texts, checking the phone’s location, and enabling games.
 
Wii Sports is back on the Switch 2, and it rules - The Verge - Google Tue, 20 Oct 2026 13:00:00 GMT
  1. Wii Sports is back on the Switch 2, and it rules The Verge
  2. Get up and move in Nintendo Switch Sports Resort! - News - Nintendo Official Site Nintendo
  3. Nintendo Switch Sports Resort Review: Still In Motion Game Informer
  4. The best part of 'Nintendo Switch Sports Resort' is the setting, not the minigames Mashable
  5. Nintendo Switch Sports Resort Is The Best Entry In The Series GameSpot
 
Xbox is struggling for stock so bad that it's asking ex-users to trade-in - Windows Central - Google Tue, 20 Oct 2026 12:55:25 GMT
  1. Xbox is struggling for stock so bad that it's asking ex-users to trade-in Windows Central
  2. Microsoft Is Asking Some Xbox Series X/S Owners To Sell Their Consoles - Here's Why BGR
  3. Xbox Is Asking Inactive Owners to Sell Their Consoles to Best Buy TechPowerUp
  4. Microsoft Turns to Xbox Trade-Ins to Soften Blow of Console Price Hikes Power Up Gaming
  5. 'Haven't Played Your Console in a While?' Trade It in, Xbox Tells Customers Amid Stock Shortages IGN
 
"I have to stop this": Retired professor arrested for blocking delivery robots she says are taking human jobs - TechSpot Tue, 20 Oct 2026 12:39:00 GMT

Carolyn Marvin, a professor emeritus at the University of Pennsylvania's Annenberg School of Communication, decided to take a literal stand against an oncoming Avride delivery robot from Uber Eats in Philadelphia's Center City. She repeatedly stood in its path so it couldn't move.

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Bluesound adds Apple Music to BluOS. Lossless? Hi-res? No word yet. - Darko.Audio - Google Tue, 20 Oct 2026 12:34:16 GMT
  1. Bluesound adds Apple Music to BluOS. Lossless? Hi-res? No word yet. Darko.Audio
  2. Bluesound adds Apple Music to BluOS devices in Australia FutureFive Australia
  3. Bluesound owners just got a free Apple Music upgrade What Hi-Fi?
  4. Native Apple Music support is finally coming to a wireless speaker system other than Sonos — has Bluesound just become the Apple-loving audiophile's ideal option? TechRadar
  5. Bluesound Adds Native Apple Music Support MacRumors
 
Meta Muse exposes users' personal and business secrets when they share conversations - ArsTechnica Tue, 20 Oct 2026 12:33:13 GMT
Meta is suspending the sharing feature while it investigates its privacy.
 
Data Centers Are Burning Fossil Fuels. It’s Destroying Big Tech’s Climate Goals - CNET Tue, 20 Oct 2026 12:30:00 GMT
In his new book, Paris Marx explores how global anti-data center movements are fighting Big Tech’s power over us.
 
Foxconn's latest EV push is a $727 million bet for half of Mitsubishi Electric's car parts business - TechSpot Tue, 20 Oct 2026 12:03:00 GMT

The companies plan to combine Mitsubishi Electric's powertrain, autonomous-driving and in-car computing technology with Foxconn's manufacturing operations. They want to build EV platforms in Japan, sell them first to Japanese automakers and then seek customers overseas.

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COD Black Ops 1 and 2 dev says it’s ‘hard to watch’ the new ports selling well while ‘the actual creators don’t see a dime’ - Video Games Chronicle - Google Tue, 20 Oct 2026 12:00:20 GMT
  1. COD Black Ops 1 and 2 dev says it’s ‘hard to watch’ the new ports selling well while ‘the actual creators don’t see a dime’ Video Games Chronicle
  2. Ex-Call of Duty designer "who survived the crunch" in order to launch Black Ops 1 & 2 calls out executives "raking it in" from sales of remasters Eurogamer.net
  3. 'They Are Printing Money Off of Work Completed Over a Decade Ago' — Former Call of Duty Dev Says 'It's Hard to Watch' Xbox Make Money From Black Ops PlayStation Ports IGN
  4. CoD Dev Who Crunched On Black Ops 1 2 Reacts To Remasters Blowing Up: ‘Hard To Watch The Suits Rake In Giant Financial Windfalls From Our Old Code’ Kotaku
  5. "The Suits" Made All The Money From Call Of Duty: Black Ops 1 And 2 Ports, OG Dev Says GameSpot
 
Spotify’s new podcast memberships let you pay for extra perks - The Verge - Google Tue, 20 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMT
  1. Spotify’s new podcast memberships let you pay for extra perks The Verge
  2. Spotify Memberships Give Podcast Creators a New Way to Connect With Their Biggest Fans Spotify
  3. Spotify launches paid podcast memberships with perks beyond bonus content TechCrunch
  4. Spotify's Memberships Program For Podcasts Is Here To Compete With Patreon Engadget
  5. Spotify is letting your favourite podcasters charge listeners more AFR
 
This 3D-printed 1980s brick phone brings back the days when mobile phones were just for making calls - TechSpot Tue, 20 Oct 2026 11:15:00 GMT

Cologne-based designer and maker Kevin Noki created the ADHD ONE, the first part of the name being an acronym for Anti Distraction Handset Device.

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One UI 9 Release Date: 5 More Galaxy Phones Get Android 17 Update - Forbes - Google Tue, 20 Oct 2026 11:07:07 GMT
  1. One UI 9 Release Date: 5 More Galaxy Phones Get Android 17 Update Forbes
  2. Galaxy S23 Gets One UI 9 With Android 17 — but Not Everywhere Yet TechRepublic
  3. One UI 9 on the Galaxy S24, S25, and S26: What’s different? SamMobile
  4. Just got One UI 9? Here are 10 Samsung Galaxy features you need to try Tech Advisor
  5. Samsung One UI Update Schedule: October 2026 Droid Life
 
iPhone Duo orders limited to two per customer as Apple tackles scalping - 9to5Mac - Google Tue, 20 Oct 2026 11:05:00 GMT
  1. iPhone Duo orders limited to two per customer as Apple tackles scalping 9to5Mac
  2. Apple iPhone Duo Review: A First-Class Foldable Engadget
  3. iPhone Duo: Apple gives major update on folding phone after it sells out in minutes Yahoo Finance
  4. Apple Limiting U.S. iPhone Duo Orders to Two Per Customer MacRumors
  5. Apple’s iPhone Duo Launch Reveals a Powerful Lesson About Brand Loyalty Inc.com
 
Visiting Slate’s first showroom as its $25,000 electric truck nears production - ArsTechnica Tue, 20 Oct 2026 11:00:16 GMT
Slate's first showroom sells the promise. Mass production will determine the rest.
 
Sony Party Speaker Deal: Save $100 Off the ULT Tower 7 - Wired Tue, 20 Oct 2026 11:00:00 GMT
The Sony ULT Tower 7 is one of our top party speaker picks and is at its lowest-ever price. Grab this or one of its sibling models before your next fete.
 
Foldables are about to get huge - 9to5Google - Google Tue, 20 Oct 2026 11:00:00 GMT
  1. Foldables are about to get huge 9to5Google
  2. Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 8 Review: Iteration Overshadowed By Innovation BGR
  3. Samsung sees Apple's iPhone Duo as a driver for foldable innovation SamMobile
  4. Apple’s iPhone Duo Debut Drives 300% Spike In Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Searches Forbes
  5. From Selfies to Travel, Concerts to Editing: How to Get the Most Out of Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra Camera samsung.com
 
Meet the TechPulse App: News and Video, Created and Curated by Real People - CNET Tue, 20 Oct 2026 11:00:00 GMT
CNET is partnering with sister sites PCMag, Mashable, ZDNET and others on an all-new app with news, reviews and videos. Our trusted expertise is a free download away.
 
Yelp’s AI Assistant Can Call a Restaurant and Join the Waitlist for You - CNET Tue, 20 Oct 2026 11:00:00 GMT
The updated agent also can tell you if it’s going to rain and maybe you shouldn’t book that outdoor table.
 
The Physics Behind Tesla’s Flying Roadster - Wired Tue, 20 Oct 2026 10:45:00 GMT
To understand how Elon’s new car hops, glides, and sticks upside down, we need to talk about friction and force.
 
One of three Jensen Huang-signed RTX Spark laptops won at NVIDIA launch event is already listed for $17,150 - VideoCardz.com - Google Tue, 20 Oct 2026 10:40:56 GMT
  1. One of three Jensen Huang-signed RTX Spark laptops won at NVIDIA launch event is already listed for $17,150 VideoCardz.com
  2. NVIDIA RTX Spark PCs Available Today — A New Beginning for Windows PCs NVIDIA Newsroom
  3. Benchmarked: Nvidia's RTX Spark notebook delivers serious local AI compute, at a price The Register
  4. Nvidia RTX Spark Gaming Tests: Are These New AI Laptops Good for Play, Too? PCMag
  5. This $3,200 RTX Spark laptop still wants me to pay for ad-free Solitaire PCWorld
 
How ‘Final Fantasy VII Revelation’ Strikes the Balance Between Old and New - Wired Tue, 20 Oct 2026 10:30:00 GMT
Game director Naoki Hamaguchi talks about scale and expectations for one of gaming’s most ambitious remakes.
 
Organic Mattress Sale: 20 Percent Off Essentia Beds - Wired Tue, 20 Oct 2026 10:30:00 GMT
Sleep healthier this winter with an organic mattress—now on heavy discount through November 2.
 
Sexual Assault Is a Free Speech Issue - Wired Tue, 20 Oct 2026 10:30:00 GMT
Mary Anne Franks has spent years fighting against online abuse. When people are abused with impunity, she says, the message becomes “We do not care about women’s voices.”
 
They Fled Trump’s America. Now They Regret It - Wired Tue, 20 Oct 2026 10:22:23 GMT
The internet told them Europe was a social paradise. Turns out the trains are awful, the health care isn’t free, and people can be really mean.
 
Can a Simple App Really Fix PC Game Stutters? - TechSpot Tue, 20 Oct 2026 10:16:00 GMT
Shader compilation stutter has plagued PC gaming for years, causing frustrating hitches even on powerful hardware. The SCSKiller app promises to do something about it, but does it work?
 
This New Food Delivery App Could Be the Antidote to Menu Markups - Wired Tue, 20 Oct 2026 10:15:00 GMT
By sticking to in-store menu prices and a flat 5 percent fee, Olo wants to take the sting out of ordering dinner.
 
I Tried Amazing Security Tech for Renters From a Company You’ve Never Heard Of - CNET Tue, 20 Oct 2026 10:00:00 GMT
It’s the year of window cams, and Baseus has my favorite model yet. Here’s why renters and second-story homes should consider it.
 
5 Best AI Notetakers (2026), Tested and Reviewed - Wired Tue, 20 Oct 2026 10:00:00 GMT
A growing collection of pocket-size gadgets lets you easily make recordings and extract info from them. Here are our favorites.
 
Demi Adejuyigbe Thinks You Should Only Post 3 Times a Day - Wired Tue, 20 Oct 2026 10:00:00 GMT
The comedian sees being online as similar to visiting the zoo. “I don’t need to interact with that,” he says. “It’s just a thing that I enjoy, and then I walk away.”
 
How to See the Orionid Meteor Shower and Other Upcoming Astronomical Events - Wired Tue, 20 Oct 2026 09:30:00 GMT
Made up of small fragments left behind by Halley’s Comet, these meteors are known for being especially bright and speedy.
 
Review: Castlevania: Belmont's Curse (Switch) - A Pro-Grade Metroidvania With A Stiff Learning Curve - Nintendo Life - Google Tue, 20 Oct 2026 09:01:12 GMT
  1. Review: Castlevania: Belmont's Curse (Switch) - A Pro-Grade Metroidvania With A Stiff Learning Curve Nintendo Life
  2. How to Unlock Mirror Fast Travel - Castlevania: Belmont's Curse Guide IGN
  3. All Castlevania: Belmont’s Curse Weapon Locations GameSpot
  4. Castlevania Belmont's Curse: How to get the Double Jump Rock Paper Shotgun
  5. How to unlock The Sage card in Castlevania: Belmont’s Curse Yahoo Tech
 
"This act is intended to demonstrate solidarity with Palestine" - Umurangi Generation studio blocks new game Penguin Colony from being sold in Israel - Eurogamer.net - Google Tue, 20 Oct 2026 08:49:14 GMT
  1. "This act is intended to demonstrate solidarity with Palestine" - Umurangi Generation studio blocks new game Penguin Colony from being sold in Israel Eurogamer.net
  2. Penguin Colony review – an Antarctic odyssey of Nazis and Lovecraftian horrors The Guardian
  3. Penguin Colony Developers Talk The BDS Talk And Walk The Walk By Banning The Game For Sale In Israel Kotaku
  4. This horror game where you play as a penguin may be the best thing you play on Halloween GAMINGbible
  5. Penguin Colony’s Naphtali Faulkner on taking on colonialism through videogames Checkpoint Gaming
 
This Stunning Espresso Machine Is the Size of a Moka Pot and Inspired by a Jet Engine - CNET Tue, 20 Oct 2026 08:45:00 GMT
What makes the 9Barista espresso machine stand out, and is it worth $740?
 
Roland unveils a new Jupiter-8-inspired Boutique synth in celebration of the original's 45th birthday – and drops an all-new wavetable synth too - MusicRadar - Google Tue, 20 Oct 2026 07:00:00 GMT
  1. Roland unveils a new Jupiter-8-inspired Boutique synth in celebration of the original's 45th birthday – and drops an all-new wavetable synth too MusicRadar
  2. Roland has shrunk the legendary Jupiter-8 synth into a powerful desktop format Wallpaper*
  3. Baby Roland is back: Boutique JUPITER-08, n/vision wavetable synths CDM Create Digital Music
  4. Roland n/vision Review: Vision for the Future or Late to the Party? Gearnews.com
  5. AUTOYT - SonicLAB Presentation slp_roland-nvision_4k_h265.mov Sonicstate
 
Japan launches mission to bring home a piece of the Martian moon Phobos - ArsTechnica Tue, 20 Oct 2026 05:59:56 GMT
The climax for MMX will come in 2029, when the spacecraft will attempt up to two landings on Phobos.
 
Sony updates the Walkman as a $5,900 gold-plated MP3 player - The Register - Google Tue, 20 Oct 2026 05:29:33 GMT
  1. Sony updates the Walkman as a $5,900 gold-plated MP3 player The Register
  2. Sony Unveils Premium Walkman Lineup Headlined by $5,899 USD Gold-Plated Player Hypebeast
  3. Sony Electronics Updates its Premium Walkman® Lineup Including New Signature Series Walkman® NW-WM1ZM3, NW-WM1AM3 and NW-ZX900 Digital Media Players PR Newswire
  4. What's inside Sony's $5,900 Walkman for obsessive audiophiles? New Atlas
  5. Remember the Iconic Sony Walkman? You Can Get an Updated Version for $5K Loudwire
 
50% Off DoorDash Promo Code | October 2026 - Wired Tue, 20 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.
 
Adorama Camera Coupon Codes & Promo Codes: October 2026 - Wired Tue, 20 Oct 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Upgrade your photography setup for less. Save up to 20% on cameras, lenses, and Apple gear with these verified Adorama promo codes and clearance deals.
 
AT&T Promo Codes: $50 Off This October 2026 - Wired Tue, 20 Oct 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Whether you’re looking to upgrade your internet or get the latest phone, we’ve got you covered with our selection of AT&T coupons and deals.
 
eBay Coupons: 20% Off in October 2026 - Wired Tue, 20 Oct 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Save up to 60% on a selection of items at eBay, including electronics, home products, card games, car parts and more.
 
Home Chef Promo Codes for October 2026 - Wired Tue, 20 Oct 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Enjoy up to 50% off deliveries, free meals, and more with the latest Home Chef coupons.
 
Whoop Promo Codes: 20% Off This October 2026 - Wired Tue, 20 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.
 
Chewy Promo Codes: $20 Off October 2026 - Wired Tue, 20 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.
 
Mint Mobile Discounts for October 2026 - Wired Tue, 20 Oct 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Reduce your monthly cell phone bill with these active Mint Mobile coupons and promos, limited-time promotions, and 5G plan savings.
 
30% Off Canon Promo Codes | October 2026 - Wired Tue, 20 Oct 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Save an extra 10% or 30% with Canon coupon codes, plus up to $1,600 on cameras, printers, and more this October 2026.
 
Wayfair Coupons: Up to 80% Off October 2026 - Wired Tue, 20 Oct 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Get 10% off with Wayfair promo code, up to 80% off furniture, and more top coupons.
 
Mattress Firm Coupons: Save up to $700 - Wired Tue, 20 Oct 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Use a Mattress Firm promo code to save on top mattresses, score a free adjustable base, and unlock up to $300 in instant credits.
 
MIT spinout makes surgical stitching more like applying a sticky note - MIT Tue, 20 Oct 2026 04:00:00 GMT
SanaHeal has developed a biologically compatible adhesive that sticks to wet tissues to simplify a variety of surgeries.
 
Today’s NYT Mini Crossword Answers for Tuesday, Oct. 20 - CNET Tue, 20 Oct 2026 02:33:44 GMT
Here are hints and the answers for today’s NYT Mini Crossword for Oct. 20, 2026.
 
Today’s NYT Connections: Sports Edition Hints and Answers for Oct. 20 #757 - CNET Tue, 20 Oct 2026 00:40:15 GMT
Need a Connections: Sports Edition hint today? Get a hint for each color group in NYT Connections: Sports Edition No. 757 on Tuesday, Oct. 20, then all four answers.
 
Spotify is cracking down on Family plans again, and the penalty can lock you out for a year - Digital Trends - Google Tue, 20 Oct 2026 00:32:26 GMT
  1. Spotify is cracking down on Family plans again, and the penalty can lock you out for a year Digital Trends
  2. Spotify’s ‘QR code verification’ cracks down on sharing and could ban you for a year 9to5Google
  3. Spotify Family plan QR checks: Rules, deadlines, and penalties Mashable
  4. Do you share Spotify with friends? There’s a new measure that could block your account, but there’s a solution. Softonic
  5. Spotify Cracks Down on Family Plan Sharing With QR Code Verification PCMag
 
Seniors Lose More Money to Investment Scams Than Any Other Fraud - CNET Tue, 20 Oct 2026 00:25:15 GMT
Around $3 billion was lost in 2025 to fraud from people aged 60 and over in the US.
 
5 Apple TV Features Every Family Should Be Using - BGR - Google Mon, 19 Oct 2026 23:47:00 GMT
5 Apple TV Features Every Family Should Be Using BGR
 
35 People Who Probably Regret Sending These Very, Very, VERY Embarrassing Texts - BuzzFeed - Google Mon, 19 Oct 2026 23:31:02 GMT
35 People Who Probably Regret Sending These Very, Very, VERY Embarrassing Texts BuzzFeed
 
Pennsylvania issues alert on congenital measles—something US hasn't seen for decades - ArsTechnica Mon, 19 Oct 2026 22:44:26 GMT
Congenital measles can be fatal, and survivors require monitoring for years.
 
Steam on Linux is going 64-bit as Valve leans harder on the platform - TechSpot Mon, 19 Oct 2026 21:33:00 GMT

A recent Steam Client Beta update brought the program into the 64-bit era on Linux. The native Linux version of the massively popular gaming client is now a 64-bit application, which means it gains access to a few significant enhancements and, hopefully, a more reliable software experience.

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Symposium highlights MIT’s wide range of innovations for aging brain health - MIT Mon, 19 Oct 2026 21:15:00 GMT
In six talks, researchers from across MIT described projects aimed at advancing the understanding of and interventions against neurodegenerative diseases such as Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s, and ALS.
 
Best Power Bank Deals: Laptops, MagSafe, and More - Wired Mon, 19 Oct 2026 20:55:15 GMT
You can never have too many portable chargers, especially when they’re this discounted.
 
Russian spacecraft maneuvers in "extreme proximity" to satellite used by Ukraine - ArsTechnica Mon, 19 Oct 2026 20:54:17 GMT
"Kosmos 2612 closed from hundreds of kilometers away to extreme proximity to ICEYE-X36."
 
Meta Blames Bot Traffic for No Kings Day Instagram Suspension - CNET Mon, 19 Oct 2026 20:39:50 GMT
The No Kings Coalition says that even after the account was visible again, they couldn’t access it for hours.
 
One of the Coolest Space Watches Gets an Equally Cool Sequel - Gear Patrol - Google Mon, 19 Oct 2026 20:15:59 GMT
  1. One of the Coolest Space Watches Gets an Equally Cool Sequel Gear Patrol
  2. Bell & Ross Swaps Watch Hands for Europe’s Future Spaceplane on the BR-03 Space Mission HiConsumption
  3. Bell & Ross’ $7,800 BR-03 Space Mission Has a Tiny Spaceship for a Minute Hand Man of Many
  4. Bell & Ross BR-03 Space Mission: A space watch inspired by a Dassault Aviation project Le Nouveau Réveil
  5. Space time: watchmaker Bell & Ross looks to the stars The Times
 
OpenAI Engineer Accused of Spying on Executives Ordered to Remain in Custody - Wired Mon, 19 Oct 2026 19:49:17 GMT
A judge ordered Abdulrahman Alfozan to remain in custody, likening the Saudi government’s offer to secure the former OpenAI engineer’s release to a “blank check.”
 
The Best Mixbook Sale for Holiday Cards (2026) - Wired Mon, 19 Oct 2026 19:43:22 GMT
Mixbook is the best card service I’ve tried, and the brand has multiple sales on holiday cards happening now.
 
This mod lets Nvidia GeForce owners run a custom VBIOS without flashing the card - TechSpot Mon, 19 Oct 2026 19:28:00 GMT

A developer has released three tools that let GeForce RTX 30, 40 and 50 series owners run a modified VBIOS without writing to the card's flash chip: a VBIOS editor for Windows and Linux, plus separate loaders for each operating system.

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Election Offices in at Least 32 States Have Received Suspicious Letters - Wired Mon, 19 Oct 2026 18:55:05 GMT
WIRED contacted officials in all 50 states and Washington, DC, to uncover the extent of a harassment campaign ahead of the midterms.
 
Japan’s MMX Mission Wants to Bring Martian Moon Samples Back to Earth - Wired Mon, 19 Oct 2026 18:45:06 GMT
JAXA is leading an international mission to reach Mars’ Phobos moon and bring soil back to Earth. If successful, it could unlock new clues about the history of the solar system.
 
Japan Launches Mission to Mars’s Moons and Plans to Bring Samples Home - CNET Mon, 19 Oct 2026 18:35:54 GMT
NASA contributed to this first-of-its-kind mission that may help us understand how our solar system formed.
 
Modern Warfare 4 has the best Steam rating for a Call of Duty game in 16 years - TechSpot Mon, 19 Oct 2026 18:31:00 GMT

The game currently has 4,068 total reviews on Steam, including 3,438 from verified buyers. Of those reviews, 94% are positive, earning it a "Very Positive" rating overall and making it the best-reviewed Call of Duty release on Steam since 2010's Black Ops. The SteamDB ratings were first reported by Insider...

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A Beloved Hi-Fi Specialist Just Dropped a Gorgeous Pair of Audiophile Loudspeakers - Gear Patrol - Google Mon, 19 Oct 2026 18:25:27 GMT
A Beloved Hi-Fi Specialist Just Dropped a Gorgeous Pair of Audiophile Loudspeakers Gear PatrolSee more headlines & perspectives on Google News
 
Why teaching AI about symmetry could make prenatal diagnosis more reliable - MIT Mon, 19 Oct 2026 18:20:00 GMT
A model developed by researchers at MIT and Boston Children's Hospital adjusts scans on the fly to track fetal movement, potentially sparing families repeat hospital visits.
 
AMD Ryzen AI Halo Review - Local-AI Powerhouse with 128 GB of Memory - TechPowerUp - Google Mon, 19 Oct 2026 18:00:01 GMT
  1. AMD Ryzen AI Halo Review - Local-AI Powerhouse with 128 GB of Memory TechPowerUp
  2. New $3,999 workstation mini PC squeezes 16 Zen 5 cores into a tiny chassis TechRadar
  3. Thunderobot Station AI workstation price, specifications and availability announced in China Camera Jabber
  4. This Small PC Has 192GB of Memory and Here’s What $7,399 Buys You The Gadgeteer
  5. TOPC launches the TXA2 'Gorgon Halo' mini AI workstation with 192GB RAM and 2TB SSD for 45,999 CNY KuCoin
 
Reseller says $470,000 worth of Nvidia RTX 5090s went missing at São Paulo airport - TechSpot Mon, 19 Oct 2026 17:47:00 GMT

Oderço Distribuidora is a Brazilian hardware distributor that has been in business for more than 38 years, about 18 of them importing computer hardware. According to a recent message from company president Oderço Matos, the company has lost an undisclosed number of GeForce RTX 5090 cards after two pallets went...

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VSDC Video Editor is a free alternative to resource-hungry editing suites - TechSpot Mon, 19 Oct 2026 17:40:00 GMT
VSDC is a feature-rich video editor that runs smoothly on modest hardware. The free version supports 4K exports without watermarks, screen recording, visual effects, and a wide range of editing tools. While its unconventional interface takes some getting used to, it's a capable alternative to heavier editors.
 
A developer used AI to build 7 free Adobe alternatives, and subscription software has a new problem - How-To Geek - Google Mon, 19 Oct 2026 17:30:14 GMT
  1. A developer used AI to build 7 free Adobe alternatives, and subscription software has a new problem How-To Geek
  2. Photoshop, Word cloned for free as ‘Reverse Engineer Anything’ craze spreads AFR
  3. I tried replacing Photoshop, Lightroom, and Acrobat with free vibe-coded alternatives, and they're surprisingly good XDA
  4. AI’s epic cash call is matched only by its ability to strangle revenue streams The Register
  5. AI Might Not Kill Software, But It Could Do Something Worse Banyan Hill Publishing
 
Steam Next Fest October 2026 Features Over 40 PC VR Demos - UploadVR - Google Mon, 19 Oct 2026 17:01:32 GMT
  1. Steam Next Fest October 2026 Features Over 40 PC VR Demos UploadVR
  2. Should your game discovery plans change due to AI & decompilation? The GameDiscoverCo newsletter
  3. 25 Games From The October 2026 Steam Next Fest That You Should Check Out Press Start Australia
  4. Here's some interesting Native Linux demos in Steam Next Fest Oct 26 GamingOnLinux
  5. Steam Next Fest has become next-to-worthless as AI slop infests a list of 8,000 demos FRVR
 
AI game clones are making indie developers afraid to show their work - Ars Technica - Google Mon, 19 Oct 2026 16:59:22 GMT
  1. AI game clones are making indie developers afraid to show their work Ars Technica
  2. Game developers cancel upcoming public demo out of fear of AI copycats Mashable
  3. Tower-Defense Roguelike ReVamp Will Open Its Playtest on Discord 80 Level
  4. ReVamp developer cancels public playtest in case AI users reverse engineer it and publish a clone first Video Games Chronicle
  5. Anime Gambling Horror Game Ditches Free Steam Demo So It Doesn’t Get Ripped Off By AI Kotaku
 
Super Mario 64's 30-year-old plaque mystery may finally be solved - TechSpot Mon, 19 Oct 2026 16:52:00 GMT

The leading theory up to this point is that the text reads, "L is real 2401." This theory gained traction after it was published in an April Fool's Day feature in Nintendo Power magazine in 1998 and without a better answer, it stuck.

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Nvidia says the RTX 5090 isn't discontinued, but most listings are over $9,300 - TechSpot Mon, 19 Oct 2026 16:14:00 GMT

Prolific leaker MEGAsizeGPU last week wrote that Nvidia had "confirmed" the GB202 chip used in the RTX 5090 would no longer be used in new RTX 5090 cards. Instead, future supplies of the GPU would be used exclusively for RTX Pro Blackwell-based models.

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All-Clad Factory Seconds Sale: Cookware Deals for Fall Cooking - Wired Mon, 19 Oct 2026 16:10:40 GMT
Upgrade your cold-weather cooking setup with discounted cookware for soups, stews, and roasts.
 
The PlayStation 5 is powered by a GPU roughly equal to which PC graphics card? - TechSpot Mon, 19 Oct 2026 16:01:00 GMT
Is it closest to a Radeon, GeForce, or Intel graphics equivalent?
 
Who is Elias the lighthouse keeper? AI fiction tells the same old story - Tech Xplore - Google Mon, 19 Oct 2026 16:00:01 GMT
Who is Elias the lighthouse keeper? AI fiction tells the same old story Tech Xplore
 
WhatsApp Help Pages Leaked Hidden Instructions for a Meta Chatbot - Wired Mon, 19 Oct 2026 16:00:00 GMT
Around 80 pages on WhatsApp’s website exposed instructions that were designed for its chatbot, including “WHAT NOT TO SAY.” Meta says a bug caused the issue.
 
Star Wars: Galactic Racer boss on DLC and the ‘remarkable’ rise of Biddy Blas - Video Games Chronicle - Google Mon, 19 Oct 2026 15:19:51 GMT
  1. Star Wars: Galactic Racer boss on DLC and the ‘remarkable’ rise of Biddy Blas Video Games Chronicle
  2. 'Star Wars: Galactic Racer Was Made By A Core Team Of 75 People' Aftermath
  3. Star Wars Galactic Racer misses the glory days of podracing as much as we do PCWorld
  4. The Netflix series Drive to Survive inspired Star Wars: Galactic Racer GamesIndustry.biz
  5. Star Wars: Galactic Racer's co-dev model could help other devs Game Developer
 
F5 releases out-of-band patches for critical NGINX vulnerabilities - BleepingComputer - Google Mon, 19 Oct 2026 13:49:24 GMT
  1. F5 releases out-of-band patches for critical NGINX vulnerabilities BleepingComputer
  2. NGINX Fixes 5 Flaws, Including Possible RCE and a TLS Bug That May Skip Client-Cert Checks The Hacker News
  3. F5, Juniper Networks Patch Critical Vulnerabilities SecurityWeek
  4. F5 rushes out emergency NGINX patches for three critical flaws CSO Online
  5. F5 addresses critical NGINX vulnerabilities, including RCE flaws SC Media
 
Elon Musk promises to give every child in America a free SpaceX share next year - TechSpot Mon, 19 Oct 2026 13:43:00 GMT

Musk explained the plan on his X platform. He didn't elaborate, so we don't know details such as what ages will qualify for a free share, how he intends to distribute them, and exactly when the giveaway will take place in 2027.

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One Of 2026's Most Underappreciated Gems Is On Sale And Just Got A Free Update, So Now's The Time To Give It A Shot - Kotaku - Google Mon, 19 Oct 2026 13:40:41 GMT
  1. One Of 2026's Most Underappreciated Gems Is On Sale And Just Got A Free Update, So Now's The Time To Give It A Shot Kotaku
  2. The Saros: Zenith update out today, brings more ways to play for newcomers and veterans alike PlayStation.Blog
  3. PlayStation Shadowdrops Saros Zenith Update With Boss Rush, New Game+ and Fancy Golden Crown Powerups IGN
  4. One of 2026’s most underrated shooters just got a big free update that could be worth checking out Yahoo Tech
  5. Interview - Saros Creative Director, Gregory Louden, Shares Zenith DLC Details and How Housemarque Cracked Returnal’s Difficulty Challenge GameTyrant
 
The No. 1 Mistake Most Intelligent People Make, By A Psychologist - Forbes - Google Mon, 19 Oct 2026 13:15:23 GMT
The No. 1 Mistake Most Intelligent People Make, By A Psychologist Forbes
 
MIT researchers say Claude agents left on a virtual island began to play - The Next Web - Google Mon, 19 Oct 2026 13:09:20 GMT
  1. MIT researchers say Claude agents left on a virtual island began to play The Next Web
  2. AI researchers stranded Claude on a virtual desert island. It started to “play.” MIT Technology Review
  3. Researchers Stranded an AI Agent on a Virtual Island. Things Got Very Weird. Gizmodo
  4. Researchers Leave AI Stranded On A Virtual Island With Strange Results HotHardware
  5. What does an AI agent do when it’s left alone with no task? This experiment offers a clue Digital Trends
 
Anthropic wants AI models blocked only if they threaten over $1 billion in damage or more than 50 deaths or serious injuries - TechSpot Mon, 19 Oct 2026 12:13:00 GMT

Politico obtained the confidential draft of the proposal, which a company spokesperson said included "sensible policies we believe Congress should act on."

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Nathan Fielder’s Surprise Call From Elizabeth Holmes: ‘I Trust You’ - Wired Mon, 19 Oct 2026 11:30:00 GMT
The codirector of “You Can See Everything” talks exclusively to WIRED about truth, lies, and Theranos.
 
One pilot, two aircraft: F-22 Raptor directs autonomous combat drone in glimpse of future air warfare - TechSpot Mon, 19 Oct 2026 11:15:00 GMT

The demonstration took place earlier this month, when the Raptor and Anduril's YFQ-44A Fury took off from Edwards Air Force Base in California.

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How the Xbox’s Disc-to-Digital Program Works - Wired Mon, 19 Oct 2026 10:30:00 GMT
Microsoft is letting players digitize their game discs for free, but don't sell your physical collection just yet.
 
Maricopa County, Arizona, Is Again Ground Zero of Election Conspiracy Theories - Wired Mon, 19 Oct 2026 10:30:00 GMT
In 2020, Maricopa County became the epicenter for Trump’s claims the election was stolen. Six years, later the president and his allies are dusting off their “rigged” playbook ahead of the midterms.
 
Alienware AW3226Q Tandem WOLED 32-Inch Review - TechSpot Mon, 19 Oct 2026 10:11:00 GMT
Alienware's $700 AW3226Q makes RGB stripe Tandem WOLED more affordable, with superb text clarity and deep blacks. But its 165Hz refresh rate faces tough competition from similarly priced 240Hz OLEDs.
 
The Story of Billy Evans and ‘Theranos 2.0’ - Wired Mon, 19 Oct 2026 10:00:00 GMT
Elizabeth Holmes’ husband is a major figure in Nathan Fielder’s new documentary. But who is Billy Evans—and is he really working on a second blood-testing company?
 
Giving AI a “crystal clear” view of the materials world - MIT Sun, 18 Oct 2026 04:00:00 GMT
New research can help AI models understand crystalline materials in 3D and reason about their properties.
 
MapQuest App Shows You Where License Plate Readers Are in Your Area - CNET Fri, 16 Oct 2026 21:00:37 GMT
Turn on the Surveillance option and you’ll see tiny eyeballs on the map marking the cameras’ locations.
 
Fostering community amid Kendall Square’s innovation - MIT Fri, 16 Oct 2026 16:00:00 GMT
The 18th annual Kendall Square Association Annual Meeting explored how new technologies could be a force for shared prosperity in society.
 
Suzy Nelson transformed student life at MIT - MIT Thu, 15 Oct 2026 21:35:00 GMT
Over the last decade, the vice chancellor has refocused the Institute’s approach to student life to center on student well-being.
 
State of Supply Chain Sustainability Report finds corporate commitment at record high, but governance lags behind - MIT Thu, 15 Oct 2026 21:00:00 GMT
MIT's Center for Transportation and Logistics finds sustainability commitments are strong, but governance gaps and external disruptions prevent execution.
 
AI model decodes the language cells use to communicate - MIT Thu, 15 Oct 2026 20:50:00 GMT
A new computational approach reveals how cells communicate to assemble into tissues. This could accelerate stem cell engineering, improve disease models, and inform therapies.
 
Grand Theft Auto 6: The Release Trailer You’ve Been Waiting For - CNET Thu, 15 Oct 2026 19:06:31 GMT
The wait is over, and it’s looking good.
 
Satellite data reveal how Antarctica’s ice cliffs behave over time - MIT Thu, 15 Oct 2026 18:00:00 GMT
The cliffs don’t always collapse in the runaway process that scientists had expected.
 
Building trust in governments through digital platforms - MIT Thu, 15 Oct 2026 13:45:00 GMT
Governments and private companies often work together to provide public services online. A new study asks: How do these partnerships affect people’s trust in government?
 
Q&A: The “collision” between AI, your brain, and society - MIT Thu, 15 Oct 2026 04:00:00 GMT
In a new book, Professor Eric So explores how the technology affects our thinking skills.
 
You Can Play Mafia, Horizon Forbidden West and More Now With PlayStation Plus - CNET Wed, 14 Oct 2026 22:19:58 GMT
Some scary games, like Poppy Playtime: Chapter 2, are also coming to the service for Halloween as well.
 
How to Spot Political Deepfakes and Scams This Midterm Election Season - CNET Wed, 14 Oct 2026 21:42:11 GMT
Election Day is just a few weeks away, but AI-edited political ads are already here.
 
MIT remembers Thomas Rose, a brilliant researcher and generous colleague - MIT Wed, 14 Oct 2026 18:30:00 GMT
Faculty, students, staff, family, and friends gathered to remember the assistant professor and archaeometallurgist who died last month.
 
Researchers improve weather forecasts looking two to six weeks out - MIT Wed, 14 Oct 2026 15:00:00 GMT
A new machine-learning approach broke records for weather forecasting for an important time frame in emergency planning.
 
Hands-On: I Tried Apple’s HomeView. Is This the Smart Home Experience I’ve Been Waiting For? - CNET Wed, 14 Oct 2026 12:03:00 GMT
I’m not easily impressed when it comes to smart home hubs. Here’s why the HomeView is different.
 
Hiroshi Ishii honored for contributions to global design and human-computer interaction - MIT Tue, 13 Oct 2026 21:10:00 GMT
MIT Media Lab professor received the IDSA Special Achievement Award for three decades of research integrating physical and digital environments.
 
How artificial neural networks build their own learning machinery - MIT Tue, 13 Oct 2026 21:00:00 GMT
Machine-learning networks can learn without detailed instructions from a designer. Those that do may offer insight into how the brain reorganizes itself during learning.
 
Reprogrammed NK immune cells target cancer and autoimmune disorders - MIT Tue, 13 Oct 2026 09:00:00 GMT
A new approach can program these cells inside the body and shows promise against diseases caused by dysfunctional T cells, including lymphoma and autoimmune hepatitis.
 
Exploring how plants thrive in a changing environment - MIT Tue, 13 Oct 2026 04:00:00 GMT
Associate Professor David Des Marais studies how plants interact with their surroundings and adapt over time.
 
Q&A: Building accountability behind our words — and AI’s — in civic conversations - MIT Tue, 13 Oct 2026 04:00:00 GMT
Professor Deb Roy contends there should be someone who is “answerable” for every piece of text in public life, no matter its origins.
 
Economists Robert Hall PhD ’67 and Michael Woodford PhD ’83 share Nobel Prize - MIT Mon, 12 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMT
The MIT alumni are honored for work that illuminates how government policy can spur growth in response to economic downturns.
 
3 Questions: What is the best path forward for AI in academia? - MIT Thu, 08 Oct 2026 21:25:00 GMT
MIT Statistics and Data Science Center Director Alexander (Sasha) Rakhlin shares important considerations for departments and institutions.
 
Shape-sensing sheet digitally tracks its movement as it bends and twists - MIT Thu, 08 Oct 2026 18:00:00 GMT
Developed by MIT engineers, this flexible material could be used as a wearable, motion-monitoring “skin” in physical therapy, virtual reality, and gaming.
 
Using AI to mitigate the growing environmental threat of data centers - MIT Thu, 08 Oct 2026 04:00:00 GMT
By rethinking how large cloud computing systems operate, Associate Professor Christina Delimitrou seeks to make data centers more energy efficient.
 
Margaret Hamilton, computing pioneer who led software development for the Apollo program, dies at 90 - MIT Wed, 07 Oct 2026 20:55:00 GMT
Over two decades at MIT, Hamilton forged new paths in computer science and engineering. Her groundbreaking work included leading the team that programmed the first computers that took humans to the moon.
 
Turning the tide on Massachusetts shellfishing data - MIT Wed, 07 Oct 2026 19:55:00 GMT
MIT researchers built a cloud-based platform to help Massachusetts coastal towns and the state manage shellfishing closures, giving thousands of permit holders a clearer view of where they can fish.
 
Planning system ensures a robot’s flight path will remain collision-free - MIT Wed, 07 Oct 2026 04:00:00 GMT
This new method, called “SANDO,” could help disaster-response robots navigate dangerous, unknown environments.
 
Chris Bourg named vice provost and Barbara K. Ostrom (1978) Director of the MIT Libraries - MIT Tue, 06 Oct 2026 17:00:00 GMT
As director, Bourg has focused on digital access, open and equitable scholarly publishing, and expanded support for data-intensive research.
 
MIT announces the MIT for America initiative, to strengthen STEM education across the country - MIT Tue, 06 Oct 2026 15:00:00 GMT
The effort aims to help U.S. learners from kindergarten to community college, with an emphasis on math, making, and the constructive use of AI.
 
Astronomers catch a star slowly snacking on a brown dwarf, 300 light years away - MIT Mon, 05 Oct 2026 15:00:00 GMT
The discovery reveals a new way that stars and planetary companions can interact.
 
Is Your iPhone 18 Pro Max on AT&T Stuck on SOS? Apple Will Replace the Entire Phone - CNET Fri, 02 Oct 2026 22:37:43 GMT
If you own an iPhone 18 Pro Max, make sure you’ve updated to the latest iOS version.
 
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.
 
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.
 
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.
 
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.
 
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.
 
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.
 
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.
 
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.
 
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.
 
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.
 
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.
 
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.
 
The iPhone Duo Will Run iOS 27.1 at Launch on Friday - CNET Wed, 16 Sep 2026 20:58:15 GMT
Apple said update has features built specifically for the new iPhone design.
 
“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.
 
Old Tech Shouldn’t Go in the Trash. Recycle It Here Instead - CNET Wed, 03 Apr 2024 21:25:14 GMT
Goodwill’s Dell Reconnect program accepts computers and accessories from any brand, working or not, at participating stores.