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The US DOJ and TikTok reach a $400M settlement to resolve allegations TikTok violated COPPA; the DOJ filed the lawsuit in 2024 (Ashley Gold/Axios) - Techmeme Fri, 21 Aug 2026 19:40:01 GMT

Ashley Gold / Axios:
The US DOJ and TikTok reach a $400M settlement to resolve allegations TikTok violated COPPA; the DOJ filed the lawsuit in 2024 — The Justice Department and TikTok, along with parent company ByteDance, have reached a $400 million settlement to resolve allegations of violating children's online privacy laws …

 
LinkedIn says its AI slop button is working - Engadget Fri, 21 Aug 2026 19:11:07 GMT
LinkedIn says its AI slop button is working.
 
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 Beta: Start Times, How to Get Early Access, and What's Included - Push Square - Google Fri, 21 Aug 2026 19:10:41 GMT
  1. Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 Beta: Start Times, How to Get Early Access, and What's Included Push Square
  2. Modern Warfare 4 Open Beta: Everything You Need to Know Call of Duty® | Best-Selling Video Game Franchise
  3. Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 – New Multiplayer and Early Access Beta details PlayStation.Blog
  4. The Big Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 Interview — Infinity Ward on the Beta, Matchmaking, and Much More IGN
  5. First gameplay revealed for Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 on Nintendo Switch 2 Nintendo Everything
 
Sources: Apple is cutting 200+ jobs, including ~100 positions from the Vision Pro unit and another 100 from the Siri team, as it focuses on new devices and AI (Mark Gurman/Bloomberg) - Techmeme Fri, 21 Aug 2026 19:06:28 GMT

Mark Gurman / Bloomberg:
Sources: Apple is cutting 200+ jobs, including ~100 positions from the Vision Pro unit and another 100 from the Siri team, as it focuses on new devices and AI — Apple Inc. is cutting jobs across teams responsible for the Siri digital assistant and the Vision Pro headset …

 
Psychonauts Dev Now Owns All Its Games And Publishing Rights - Kotaku - Google Fri, 21 Aug 2026 18:57:26 GMT
Psychonauts Dev Now Owns All Its Games And Publishing Rights Kotaku
 
Season two of Netflix's Cyberpunk 2077 anime streams October 20 - Engadget Fri, 21 Aug 2026 18:51:03 GMT
Season two of Netflix's Cyberpunk 2077 anime streams October 20
 
Rockstar Rattled As ‘Grand Theft Auto VI’ Leaks Again - Bloomberg.com - Google Fri, 21 Aug 2026 18:43:47 GMT
  1. Rockstar Rattled As ‘Grand Theft Auto VI’ Leaks Again Bloomberg.com
  2. Take-Two Subpoenas Microsoft And Discord Over GTA 6 Leaks Kotaku
  3. Hacker targets ‘Grand Theft Auto VI’ in apparent leak NBC News
  4. ‘GTA 6’ Developer Rockstar Games Subpoenas Microsoft, Discord Amid Leaks Variety
  5. Take-Two Shed $2.83 Billion Over GTA 6 Leaks Ahead of Netflix Reveal Yahoo Finance
 
Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 5 add user-replaceable batteries, Bluetooth 6.0 - TechSpot Fri, 21 Aug 2026 18:40:00 GMT

Sennheiser said that the Momentum True Wireless 5 are the company's most advanced earbuds yet. The buds have been engineered – or reengineered – to provide an uncompromising listening experience for customers on the go. However, one of the device's most interesting features is likely the result of external pressures...

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Anthropic says Mythos 5 is now in public beta in Claude Security for Enterprise users, and it is working with providers to embed Mythos 5 in defensive tools (Claude) - Techmeme Fri, 21 Aug 2026 18:35:02 GMT

Claude:
Anthropic says Mythos 5 is now in public beta in Claude Security for Enterprise users, and it is working with providers to embed Mythos 5 in defensive tools — No items found. — Reading time — min — https://claude.com/blog/bringing- claude-mythos-5-to-more-defenders

 
PVC Pipe Turned DIY Digital Telescope - Hack a Day Fri, 21 Aug 2026 18:30:44 GMT
[Makestreme] had always wanted to own a nice telescope, but found that budget would not stretch to anything above a cheap model with a limited 50 mm aperture. Wanting a …read more
 
Tokyo's Sushi Bus combines conveyor belt dining with open-air sightseeing - Engadget Fri, 21 Aug 2026 18:09:50 GMT
Tokyo's Sushi Bus combines conveyor belt dining with open-air sightseeing.
 
Chinese regulators tell Tesla to fix nearly 3 million cars - ArsTechnica Fri, 21 Aug 2026 18:07:15 GMT
Chinese safety regulators have cracked down on doors that don't open in a crash.
 
$100 Best Buy gift cards will be $60 at stores Saturday - The Verge - Google Fri, 21 Aug 2026 18:00:00 GMT
  1. $100 Best Buy gift cards will be $60 at stores Saturday The Verge
  2. Best Buy's celebrating its 60th birthday by selling $100 gift cards for $60 — how to claim yours Mashable
  3. The Best Tech Deals From Best Buy's 60th Anniversary Sale Lifehacker
  4. Special 1-day Apple anniversary sale: AirPods Pro 3, MacBook Pro $400 off, iPhone Air/17 Pro, AirTag 2, more 9to5Mac
  5. Best Buy hosts huge 60th anniversary sale - Here are the top deals you can’t miss Syracuse.com
 
AMD Ryzen 7 5800X3D 10th Anniversary Review - TechPowerUp - Google Fri, 21 Aug 2026 18:00:00 GMT
  1. AMD Ryzen 7 5800X3D 10th Anniversary Review TechPowerUp
  2. AMD Ryzen 7 5800X3D 10th Anniversary Review - Machine Learning / AI TechPowerUp
  3. AMD Ryzen 7 5800X3D 10th Anniversary Review - Synthetic Benchmarks & Browser Performance TechPowerUp
  4. AMD Ryzen 7 5800X3D 10th Anniversary Review - Software & Game Development TechPowerUp
  5. AMD Ryzen 7 5800X3D 10th Anniversary Review - Performance per Dollar & Cost per Frame TechPowerUp
 
Tesla and others recall over 4 million vehicles in China over hidden door handles - Engadget Fri, 21 Aug 2026 17:36:49 GMT
Tesla and others recall over 4 million vehicles in China over door handles.
 
Sources: London-based AI infrastructure startup Nscale is seeking to raise as much as $3B in its US IPO, which could take place as soon as September (Bailey Lipschultz/Bloomberg) - Techmeme Fri, 21 Aug 2026 17:25:01 GMT

Bailey Lipschultz / Bloomberg:
Sources: London-based AI infrastructure startup Nscale is seeking to raise as much as $3B in its US IPO, which could take place as soon as September — Nscale is seeking to raise as much as $3 billion in its US IPO, according to people familiar with the matter, joining a rush …

 
This fully walkable 3D city was built entirely out of ASCII art - TechSpot Fri, 21 Aug 2026 17:16:00 GMT

Grow Now Games, a self-professed one person indie game developer, recently shared the project on YouTube. The dev said his goal was to build a cyberpunk-style city that felt alive, and to build the whole thing using only ASCII characters. So, that's what he did.

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Hackaday Podcast Episode 383: QR Codes, Caving Gear, and the Old School Way to Learn Electronics - Hack a Day Fri, 21 Aug 2026 17:00:53 GMT
In this week’s episode, Hackaday Editors Elliot Williams and Tom Nardi start things off by getting excited about the recently announced 2026 Retrocomputing Challenge. From there the conversation will cover …read more
 
Sources: the US Department of Energy is investigating whether Chinese lidar sensors might pose a security risk if they become widely used on vehicles in the US (Sean O'Kane/TechCrunch) - Techmeme Fri, 21 Aug 2026 16:55:01 GMT

Sean O'Kane / TechCrunch:
Sources: the US Department of Energy is investigating whether Chinese lidar sensors might pose a security risk if they become widely used on vehicles in the US — A Department of Energy lab is investigating whether Chinese lidar sensors might pose a security risk if they become widely used …

 
Fighter jets help destroy Russian drone boat near European offshore gas platform - ArsTechnica Fri, 21 Aug 2026 16:48:59 GMT
Romania blew up drone boat to protect lives of several hundred rig workers.
 
Personalized pricing is “abhorrent,” but FTC limits may increase costs, critics say - ArsTechnica Fri, 21 Aug 2026 16:38:25 GMT
Some Americans fear the FTC may be thinking about personalized pricing all wrong.
 
Someone got Doom running on a 2009 Canon DSLR camera, and it's surprisingly playable - TechSpot Fri, 21 Aug 2026 16:34:00 GMT

A 12-year-old YouTuber with the username Kick recently uploaded a video of Doom running on a Canon DSLR camera. The open-source project is available on GitHub.

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Samsung's Absolutely Massive 57" Dual 4K Gaming Monitor Drops to the Lowest Price I've Ever Seen - IGN - Google Fri, 21 Aug 2026 16:22:50 GMT
  1. Samsung's Absolutely Massive 57" Dual 4K Gaming Monitor Drops to the Lowest Price I've Ever Seen IGN
  2. Best gaming monitor deal: Get the 27-inch Samsung Odyssey G5 at 32% off Mashable
  3. Woot’s massive PC sale is now live with up to 75% off gaming desktops, monitors, coolers, and more, deals from just $5 9to5Toys
  4. The Clock Is Ticking on Woot’s Big Computer Monitor Sale on New and Refurbished Models CNET
  5. Samsung Launches ‘Back To School’ Deals On Many Of Its 2026 Gaming And Productivity Monitors Forbes
 
Walmart, which has long resisted contactless Tap to Pay payments, says its stores will get the tech, which supports Apple Pay and Google Pay, by the end of 2026 (Sarah Perez/TechCrunch) - Techmeme Fri, 21 Aug 2026 16:20:01 GMT

Sarah Perez / TechCrunch:
Walmart, which has long resisted contactless Tap to Pay payments, says its stores will get the tech, which supports Apple Pay and Google Pay, by the end of 2026 — Apparently, hell has frozen over. Walmart on Friday said it will finally accept payments via both Apple Pay and Google Pay at its stores …

 
Researchers Seem to Have Figured Out Why It’s Harder to Poop in Space - CNET Fri, 21 Aug 2026 16:05:51 GMT
We were going to write a constipation joke here, but it wouldn’t come out.
 
Pixel Camera adds 'Launch control' and new 'Quick access' slider controls on Pixel 11 [Gallery] - 9to5Google - Google Fri, 21 Aug 2026 16:05:00 GMT
  1. Pixel Camera adds 'Launch control' and new 'Quick access' slider controls on Pixel 11 [Gallery] 9to5Google
  2. I tried the Pixel 11 Pro’s Magic Capture on my cat, and I love each hilarious frame Digital Trends
  3. Pixel Camera Looks: Google Sticks the Landing ⭐ Thurrott.com
  4. Google CEO Sundar Pichai shares photos in honor of 'World Photography Day' taken by ... The Times of India
  5. Google's new smartphone feature relives the stressful pressure of parenting photos Female First
 
We have more details on Apple's camera-equipped AirPods and they are pretty dang weird - Engadget Fri, 21 Aug 2026 16:00:06 GMT
Each earbud takes its own image, which is then synchronized for use by Visual Intelligence.
 
The importance of indoor airflow patterns in spreading airborne disease - MIT Fri, 21 Aug 2026 16:00:00 GMT
Researchers explore how a key factor can mitigate or promote tuberculosis transmission.
 
Pixel 11 Pro vs. iPhone 17 Pro: Can a re-run contend with a re-do [Video] - 9to5Google - Google Fri, 21 Aug 2026 16:00:00 GMT
  1. Pixel 11 Pro vs. iPhone 17 Pro: Can a re-run contend with a re-do [Video] 9to5Google
  2. Google’s Pixel 11 Comes With Plenty of A.I. Does Anyone Want That? The New York Times
  3. I spent a week testing Google’s Pixel 11 Pro, and it’s a truly surprising upgrade CNN
  4. Pixel 11 Pro vs iPhone 17 Pro: What $1,099 Gets You TechRepublic
  5. The Pixel 11 Pro is a great phone, no thanks to its flashiest new features The Verge
 
Dev TFT: SPACE GODS Reviewed - Teamfight Tactics - Google Fri, 21 Aug 2026 16:00:00 GMT
  1. Dev TFT: SPACE GODS Reviewed Teamfight Tactics
  2. TFT Enchanted Wilds Set New Trailer Arrived: Wisps, Blossom, And Riftbeasts Arrive August 26 GameFragger.com
  3. Developers address TFT Set 18 PBE feedback: Bugs, gameplay, crashes, and more Esports.gg
  4. TFT Set 18 Enchanted Wilds: Release date, champions, traits, and more Esports.gg
 
Filings: Apple paid Ireland $17B in taxes in 2025, 40% of its $43B in global corporate income tax total, after an EU court ordered it to pay €13B in back taxes (Jamie John/Financial Times) - Techmeme Fri, 21 Aug 2026 15:55:00 GMT

Jamie John / Financial Times:
Filings: Apple paid Ireland $17B in taxes in 2025, 40% of its $43B in global corporate income tax total, after an EU court ordered it to pay €13B in back taxes — New filings highlight iPhone maker's global tax liabilities — Apple paid Ireland $17bn in taxes last year …

 
Walmart will finally accept tap to pay in stores by the end of 2026 - Engadget Fri, 21 Aug 2026 15:40:00 GMT
Sam's Club will soon let you pay with your phone or smartwatch too.
 
Building a Discrete Component 75 Baud Modem - Hack a Day Fri, 21 Aug 2026 15:30:12 GMT
These days, modems are pretty fancy bits of kit, what with to keep up with the speeds of cable, VDSL, and fiber connections. At lower speeds, though, it’s entirely possible …read more
 
Can you use a satellite dish as a free TV antenna? It depends where you live - Engadget Fri, 21 Aug 2026 15:30:00 GMT
A satellite dish left by previous owners may yet have something to offer today. Here's what it can and can't do.
 
Chinese memory firm CXMT relied on leaked Samsung technology to skip years of R&D, court testimony claims - TechSpot Fri, 21 Aug 2026 15:23:00 GMT

That origin story came directly from a former Samsung Electronics engineer surnamed Jeon, according to Maeil Business. The veteran employee spent almost three decades at Samsung before jumping to the rival firm around 2016. Jeon appeared in a Seoul courtroom this past week to testify under oath about those early...

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Uber is set to be fined €825M by the Dutch data watchdog over its use of automated systems to deactivate driver accounts, in the second largest fine under GDPR (Financial Times) - Techmeme Fri, 21 Aug 2026 15:20:02 GMT

Financial Times:
Uber is set to be fined €825M by the Dutch data watchdog over its use of automated systems to deactivate driver accounts, in the second largest fine under GDPR — Regulator says ride-hailing group deactivated driver accounts through automated systems without adequately informing them

 
The Blood of Dawnwalker Won’t Run at 60fps on Console, and Fans Aren’t Happy - IGN - Google Fri, 21 Aug 2026 15:03:04 GMT
  1. The Blood of Dawnwalker Won’t Run at 60fps on Console, and Fans Aren’t Happy IGN
  2. The Blood Of Dawnwalker Has Two Performance Modes On Xbox Series X, But No 60FPS Pure Xbox
  3. PlayStation 5 Pro Delivers The Best The Blood of Dawnwalker Console Experience, Yet Still Tops At 40 FPS Wccftech
  4. The Blood of Dawnwalker Won't Have 60FPS Mode on PS5 or Even PS5 Pro Push Square
  5. The Blood of Dawnwalker – save your family while becoming what you hate The Guardian
 
Space data center startup Starcloud raised a $250M extension, at a $2.3B valuation, to its March $170M Series A; source: Nvidia invested $25M (Tim Fernholz/TechCrunch) - Techmeme Fri, 21 Aug 2026 15:00:41 GMT

Tim Fernholz / TechCrunch:
Space data center startup Starcloud raised a $250M extension, at a $2.3B valuation, to its March $170M Series A; source: Nvidia invested $25M — Starcloud, a startup developing satellites that can perform AI inference in orbit, told TechCrunch that it has added a $250 million extension to its March $170 million Series A funding round.

 
Meta’s Big Reckoning Is Here - Wired Fri, 21 Aug 2026 15:00:00 GMT
Meta is in court again over child safety, and this time it’s a landmark case that could force significant changes to core features of Facebook and Instagram.
 
Here’s how iPhone 18 Pro will differentiate itself from prior models - 9to5Mac - Google Fri, 21 Aug 2026 14:58:00 GMT
  1. Here’s how iPhone 18 Pro will differentiate itself from prior models 9to5Mac
  2. The latest iPhone 18 news, leaks, and rumors: Release date, price increases, and colors Mashable
  3. Apple will launch 10+ new products soon, with September event coming 9to5Mac
  4. iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone Ultra: New Details Leak as Apple Event Nears MacRumors
  5. iPhone 18 Pro's A20 will be faster, power efficient, cost a lot AppleInsider
 
If one PC creates 20dB of noise and another makes 40dB, how louder is the second PC? - TechSpot Fri, 21 Aug 2026 14:51:00 GMT
Also: what are humming, rattling and whining PC noises?
 
Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection Vol. 2 Is An Exciting Return To Metal Gear’s Past - GameSpot - Google Fri, 21 Aug 2026 14:15:34 GMT
  1. Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection Vol. 2 Is An Exciting Return To Metal Gear’s Past GameSpot
  2. There Will Never Be Another Game Like Metal Gear Solid 4 Polygon.com
  3. I thought Metal Gear Solid 4 had aged badly – playing it on PS5 changed my mind Creative Bloq
  4. Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection Vol. 2 Is Getting Great Reviews Ahead Of Release Pure Xbox
  5. Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection Vol. 2 updates MGS4 joke, even brings back original voice actor Nintendo Everything
 
Pixel Watch 5’s AI watch face generator keeps the same form factor feeling fresh [Gallery] - 9to5Google - Google Fri, 21 Aug 2026 14:15:00 GMT
  1. Pixel Watch 5’s AI watch face generator keeps the same form factor feeling fresh [Gallery] 9to5Google
  2. Track subtle changes in your body with Health Guardian features on Pixel and Fitbit blog.google
  3. Pixel Watch 5 Review: One Week Later, We Still Have Unfinished Business CNET
  4. Pixel Watch 5 Review: A Fantastic Watch That's Missing Features At Launch Engadget
  5. Pixel Watch 5 vs Galaxy Watch9: Price, Battery, Features Compared TechRepublic
 
Sony's Horizon live service spinoff could be dead by December - TechSpot Fri, 21 Aug 2026 14:09:00 GMT

Sony officially introduced Horizon Hunters Gathering (HHG) earlier this year. The game is set in the Horizon universe, but it replaces the traditional single-player formula with a live service, co-op action multiplayer design. Developed by Guerrilla Games, HHG was conceived as yet another attempt to create a successful live service...

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Next Week on XBOX: New Games for August 24 to 28 - XBOX Wire - Google Fri, 21 Aug 2026 14:02:27 GMT
  1. Next Week on XBOX: New Games for August 24 to 28 XBOX Wire
  2. These 30+ Games Are Coming To Xbox Next Week (August 17-21) Pure Xbox
  3. Next Week on XBOX: New Games for August 17 to 21 XBOX Wire
 
8 Best TV Antennas That Just Work - bgr.com - Google Fri, 21 Aug 2026 14:02:00 GMT
8 Best TV Antennas That Just Work bgr.com
 
This Week in Security: Apple Warns Users, Stripe Merchants Leak Keys, Copilot Helps Hack Itself, and Comcast Senses Movement - Hack a Day Fri, 21 Aug 2026 14:00:51 GMT
Apple has started sending some users push notifications warning that they have been targeted with specific malware. No specific information about the threat Apple detected is available. While multiple iOS …read more
 
Pixel Watch 5 review: A fantastic watch that's missing features at launch - Engadget Fri, 21 Aug 2026 14:00:00 GMT
Our thoughts on Google's new smartwatch as it currently stands.
 
Kakao plans to spin off its chat app-based platform business into a company tentatively named KakaoAI and relist it on the Korea Exchange on January 27, 2027 (Reuters) - Techmeme Fri, 21 Aug 2026 13:50:00 GMT

Reuters:
Kakao plans to spin off its chat app-based platform business into a company tentatively named KakaoAI and relist it on the Korea Exchange on January 27, 2027 — South Korea's dominant chat app operator Kakao Corp (035720.KS) said on Friday it plans to spin off its chat app-based platform business …

 
I tried the free Wispr Flow voice dictation tool everyone's talking about - and I'm hooked - ZDNET - Google Fri, 21 Aug 2026 13:42:00 GMT
  1. I tried the free Wispr Flow voice dictation tool everyone's talking about - and I'm hooked ZDNET
  2. Everyone’s Using This A.I. Dictation App That I Want to Murder With a Hammer The New York Times
  3. Wispr Flow is better than your device's built-in voice text tool - how to try it for free ZDNET
  4. Whisper-ui - Transcribe your media with a graphical interface Korben
  5. Local AI Speech-to-Text Trend Hunter
 
Drones could be banned over most public spaces in this Colorado city, but the FAA may stand in the way - TechSpot Fri, 21 Aug 2026 13:39:00 GMT

The Wheat Ridge City Council discussed the proposed ordinance during a study session on Monday, reports Colorado Politics. The city currently relies on FAA rules, but officials cite concerns about privacy, noise, wildlife, nuisance behavior, and public safety.

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Waymo doubles spending on lobbying in robotaxi battle with Uber - ArsTechnica Fri, 21 Aug 2026 13:11:35 GMT
Alphabet-owned company is seeking to persuade US regulators to clear a path for fully autonomous taxi services.
 
FromSoftware has closed down the first day of The Duskblood's network test early due to connectivity issues - Eurogamer - Google Fri, 21 Aug 2026 13:10:52 GMT
  1. FromSoftware has closed down the first day of The Duskblood's network test early due to connectivity issues Eurogamer
  2. FromSoftware Closes The Duskbloods' First Closed Network Test Session Due To Rampant Server Issues Game Informer
  3. FromSoftware's Miyazaki Interview – 'The Duskbloods Is a Game I Want to See Exist' IGN
  4. The Duskbloods: the best of FromSoftware fights in a frantic multiplayer battleground The Guardian
  5. "The release date is inaccurate" - No, The Duskbloods isn't releasing on 24th September, according to Nintendo Eurogamer
 
Filings: The Shanghai Stock Exchange accepted China-based chipmaker YMTC's application to list its shares on the STAR Market; YMTC seeks to raise ~$4.9B (Reuters) - Techmeme Fri, 21 Aug 2026 13:10:01 GMT

Reuters:
Filings: The Shanghai Stock Exchange accepted China-based chipmaker YMTC's application to list its shares on the STAR Market; YMTC seeks to raise ~$4.9B — China's leading flash memory chipmaker YMTC plans to raise 33 billion yuan ($4.91 billion) in its Shanghai IPO, an updated prospectus filed to the stock exchange showed on Friday.

 
DeepSeek unveils an experimental multimodal version of its V4 Flash model, saying it nears the performance of Anthropic's Opus 4.8 on multimodal agentic tests (Bloomberg) - Techmeme Fri, 21 Aug 2026 13:00:59 GMT

Bloomberg:
DeepSeek unveils an experimental multimodal version of its V4 Flash model, saying it nears the performance of Anthropic's Opus 4.8 on multimodal agentic tests — DeepSeek unveiled an experimental AI model that can understand visual prompts, saying the tool nears the performance of an advanced model by US rival Anthropic PBC.

 
Child safety experts are skeptical of OpenAI's ChatGPT for Teens - Engadget Fri, 21 Aug 2026 13:00:00 GMT
They say the company must prove it can be trusted before products like these get a pass.
 
YouTube may be paying creators millions not to post on Netflix - TechSpot Fri, 21 Aug 2026 12:47:00 GMT

To be eligible for the additional payment, creators will have to agree to keep their content exclusive to YouTube "for a certain period of time," although the proposed exclusivity period is currently unclear. YouTubers who agree to the exclusivity clause will reportedly be paid through two channels - direct financing...

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Patreon announces new and overhauled features, including recommendation algorithm changes aimed at making it easier for smaller creators to get discovered (Jess Weatherbed/The Verge) - Techmeme Fri, 21 Aug 2026 12:35:03 GMT

Jess Weatherbed / The Verge:
Patreon announces new and overhauled features, including recommendation algorithm changes aimed at making it easier for smaller creators to get discovered — The platform has an extensive roadmap of updates to build ‘a better internet.’ — Patreon has announced a number …

 
This iOS 27 Shortcut Stopped My Mindless Scrolling - CNET Fri, 21 Aug 2026 12:27:09 GMT
I could just delete the addictive social media apps, but what’s the fun in that?
 
AMD now ships more than 30% of x86 PC CPUs as Intel's long-held lead keeps shrinking - TechSpot Fri, 21 Aug 2026 12:03:00 GMT

Mercury Research revealed in a research note yesterday that AMD's share of x86 client CPU shipments reached 30.3% in Q2, while Intel was at 69.7%.

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A look at London cab drivers' concerns and pushback against robotaxis, as Waymo and Wayve race to make London their European launch pad for driverless services (Financial Times) - Techmeme Fri, 21 Aug 2026 12:00:55 GMT

Financial Times:
A look at London cab drivers' concerns and pushback against robotaxis, as Waymo and Wayve race to make London their European launch pad for driverless services — Some drivers are considering skulduggery in an attempt to show the limits of autonomous vehicles.

 
Ninja Releases ‘Practical Magic’-Inspired Slushie Machine After Original Sold Out in 2 Hours - CNET Fri, 21 Aug 2026 12:00:00 GMT
Ahead of the Practical Magic 2 movie this September, Ninja is commemorating the iconic franchise with new spellbinding shades.
 
Report: Limited Edition Xbox launches Black Friday for €900 - Digital Foundry - Google Fri, 21 Aug 2026 11:34:00 GMT
  1. Report: Limited Edition Xbox launches Black Friday for €900 Digital Foundry
  2. Xbox Series X25 Limited Edition Console Arrives with $899 Price Tag TechPowerUp
  3. New Xbox Hardware Release Price Leak Reveals Most Expensive Xbox Yet Polygon.com
  4. Microsoft's Translucent Green Xbox Series X Special Edition Console Is Just as Costly as We'd Feared IGN
  5. Xbox's limited‑edition Series X25 looks gorgeous, but this rumored $899.99 price tag doesn't Windows Central
 
I Tried the Best Robotic Pool Cleaners of 2026: Beatbot, iGarden, Dreame - Wired Fri, 21 Aug 2026 11:33:00 GMT
Pack up your pool cleaning supplies. Let one of these robot buddies maintain your water quality instead
 
Apple Reportedly Lays Off 60 Vision Products Group Employees - MacRumors - Google Fri, 21 Aug 2026 11:28:45 GMT
  1. Apple Reportedly Lays Off 60 Vision Products Group Employees MacRumors
  2. Apple Cuts Jobs in Siri, Vision Pro Immersive Video and Gaming Teams Bloomberg.com
  3. Layoffs in Apple's Vision Products Group prove slow progress in spatial computing AppleInsider
  4. Apple reportedly lays off 60 Vision employees amid shifting priorities 9to5Mac
  5. Apple Reportedly Lays Off Vision Pro Staff As Smart Glasses Take Priority – Ternus CEO Transition Nears Yahoo Finance
 
CBRE: NYC becomes the top tech talent market for the first time with 394,300 jobs, beating the Bay Area's 375,730, amid SF job cuts and NYC finance sector hires (Diana Olick/CNBC) - Techmeme Fri, 21 Aug 2026 11:15:02 GMT

Diana Olick / CNBC:
CBRE: NYC becomes the top tech talent market for the first time with 394,300 jobs, beating the Bay Area's 375,730, amid SF job cuts and NYC finance sector hires — It should come as no surprise that the number of artificial intelligence-specific tech workers is growing rapidly …

 
GTA 6 leaker may have access to a playable build as fake downloads spread malware - TechSpot Fri, 21 Aug 2026 11:15:00 GMT

"CyberLeek," who shared two new gameplay clips from GTA 6 earlier this week, has since uploaded three more, one of which suggests that he is not merely uploading videos he acquired, but is actually playing the game. However, misinformation has naturally surrounded the first legitimate leak in four years of...

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Woot Is Practically Giving Away Sonic Games to New Customers Today - IGN - Google Fri, 21 Aug 2026 11:01:15 GMT
Woot Is Practically Giving Away Sonic Games to New Customers Today IGN
 
As demand for Meta AI glasses explodes, it’s harder to avoid creepy recordings - ArsTechnica Fri, 21 Aug 2026 11:00:53 GMT
Ars looks at Zuckoff, the latest free app detecting Meta AI glasses amid privacy backlash.
 
Rocket Report: SpaceX makes its mark on the Moon; ULA names new boss - ArsTechnica Fri, 21 Aug 2026 11:00:36 GMT
Taiwan's effort to develop its own satellite launcher hit a setback this week.
 
Why I permanently retired my Fire Stick after connecting a spare Android phone to my TV - Android Police - Google Fri, 21 Aug 2026 11:00:10 GMT
Why I permanently retired my Fire Stick after connecting a spare Android phone to my TV Android Police
 
Spoofed Serial Number Unlocks Cricut Machine - Hack a Day Fri, 21 Aug 2026 11:00:02 GMT
[xssfox] recently found a Cricut Maker in an e-waste disposal. A quick scan over the device indicated it was in moderately good condition, with merely some perished rollers to contend …read more
 
The Patrick Clancy Conspiracy Theories Are Rooted in the Harsh Realities of Motherhood - Wired Fri, 21 Aug 2026 11:00:00 GMT
Lindsay Clancy’s defense argues she killed her three kids because of postpartum psychosis. But armchair detectives, including many fed-up mothers, are laying blame with her ex-husband.
 
Nyrius Phoenix Home True 4K60 (2026): A Solution for Cord Clutter - Wired Fri, 21 Aug 2026 11:00:00 GMT
The Nyrius Phoenix Home True 4K60 can wirelessly transmit games, TV shows, movies, and more across your home (even through walls).
 
5 Best Electric Toothbrushes (2026): Philips, Oral-B, Quip, More - Wired Fri, 21 Aug 2026 10:31:00 GMT
After two years of testing, these are the electric toothbrushes that impressed WIRED staffers the most.
 
Influencers and Resellers Are Turning Empty Boxes Into Big Cash - Wired Fri, 21 Aug 2026 10:30:00 GMT
As the appetite for “authenticity” grows online, content creators are buying up empty boxes for luxury goods—and resellers are cashing in for “crazy prices.”
 
Dave Bautista takes over as Kratos in Amazon's God of War series - TechSpot Fri, 21 Aug 2026 10:17:00 GMT

It was back in January when we heard that Sons of Anarchy actor Hurst, who voiced Thor in God of War Ragnarök, would be taking on the lead role in Amazon's show. The news didn't go down too well with fans of the series, who had been hoping to see...

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ChatGPT on Mac can now read and respond to Apple iMessages - Engadget Fri, 21 Aug 2026 10:09:33 GMT
OpenAI has rolled out a plugin that allows ChatGPT to control the Apple Messages app.
 
ChatGPT On Mac Can Now Read And Respond To Apple iMessages - Engadget - Google Fri, 21 Aug 2026 10:09:33 GMT
ChatGPT On Mac Can Now Read And Respond To Apple iMessages EngadgetSee more headlines & perspectives on Google News
 
The Super El Niño Won’t Fix the West’s Water Crisis - Wired Fri, 21 Aug 2026 10:00:00 GMT
“People have talked about the Colorado River crisis for decades—we’re now in it,” says one expert. “Everyone you talk to is like, ‘Shit, man.’”
 
Best Early Tech Labor Day Sales I’d Shop Myself (2026): AirTags, Dyson, and More - Wired Fri, 21 Aug 2026 09:37:00 GMT
From the best Dyson vacuum to the best wireless headphones and earbuds we’ve tested, you can get some great gadgets on sale already ahead of Labor Day.
 
Camera AirPods Code Reveals Image Capture Resolution, Status Light, Person Detection, and More - MacRumors - Google Fri, 21 Aug 2026 09:31:54 GMT
  1. Camera AirPods Code Reveals Image Capture Resolution, Status Light, Person Detection, and More MacRumors
  2. Apple’s Camera-Equipped AI AirPods Remain on Track for 2027 Despite Video Leak Bloomberg.com
  3. Why Apple’s Controversial New AirPods Could Get Banned in Offices and Gyms inc.com
  4. Apple’s new macOS update reportedly contains a video of AirPods with a camera TechCrunch
  5. AirPod cameras will detect people, and warn about image capture with a status light AppleInsider
 
Nevada allows Uber, Tesla and Waymo to start paid robotaxi service - Engadget Fri, 21 Aug 2026 08:47:02 GMT
Nevada's transportation authorities approved the companies' application to charge for robotaxi rides.
 
Self-Hosting Offline Websites - Hack a Day Fri, 21 Aug 2026 08:00:01 GMT
If there’s one thing that’s guaranteed in the tech world it’s that nothing is guaranteed. From AOL, Netscape, Yahoo, and MySpace, every tech empire seems to eventually fall to ruin. …read more
 
Asking Eric: Of all of mom's birthdays, my siblings decide to skip this major milestone - AL.com - Google Fri, 21 Aug 2026 08:00:00 GMT
Asking Eric: Of all of mom's birthdays, my siblings decide to skip this major milestone AL.com
 
RayNeo is going both minimalist and maximalist with its latest AR smart glasses - Engadget Fri, 21 Aug 2026 07:00:00 GMT
RayNeo's latest AR smart glasses are going for very different audiences: The very discrete, and the very nerdy.
 
GrapheneOS' first Motorola phones will be flagships that cost more than Pixels - Android Authority - Google Fri, 21 Aug 2026 06:17:00 GMT
  1. GrapheneOS' first Motorola phones will be flagships that cost more than Pixels Android Authority
  2. Motorola's GrapheneOS phones will launch in 2027 priced higher than Pixels Ars Technica
  3. GrapheneOS phone from Motorola arrives next year, 'higher end' compared to Pixel with a price to match 9to5Google
  4. GrapheneOS Says Its First Motorola Phones Will Skip the Budget Tier Android Headlines
  5. GrapheneOS Prepares Expansion Beyond Google Pixel Hardware Technetbook
 
Microsoft Patches Severe Entra ID Flaw (CVSS 10.0) Allowing Remote Code Execution - The Hacker News - Google Fri, 21 Aug 2026 06:06:00 GMT
  1. Microsoft Patches Severe Entra ID Flaw (CVSS 10.0) Allowing Remote Code Execution The Hacker News
  2. Microsoft Patches Exploited Entra ID Vulnerability SecurityWeek
  3. Microsoft sounds alarm as perfect-10 Entra ID flaw comes under attack The Register
  4. Microsoft warns of max severity Entra ID flaw exploited in attacks BleepingComputer
  5. Microsoft patches critical vulnerability in Entra ID following active exploitation Techzine Global
 
The Single English County Saying No to Palantir - Wired Fri, 21 Aug 2026 06:00:00 GMT
The UK government is facing calls to cancel a sprawling health care contract with Palantir. The region of Greater Manchester insists it can do a better job itself.
 
Genesis' GV90 NeoLun is a luxury electric SUV with heated floors and coach doors - Engadget Fri, 21 Aug 2026 05:43:35 GMT
Genesis' new electric SUV is loaded with innovation, but not in the dash or drivetrain as you might expect.
 
Squarespace Promo Codes: 20% Off in August 2026 - Wired Fri, 21 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Get 20% off your next website, 10% off with exclusive Squarespace discount code, 50% off plans, and more top coupons from WIRED.
 
30% Off Canon Promo Codes | August 2026 - Wired Fri, 21 Aug 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 August.
 
Ray-Ban Promo Codes: Save 50% in August 2026 - Wired Fri, 21 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Upgrade your frames with major savings on classic shapes, custom designs, and prescription lenses using these verified Ray-Ban discounts.
 
Valvoline Coupons and Promo Codes for August 2026 - Wired Fri, 21 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
We've gathered all the top Valvoline coupons and promo codes for August 2026, including deals on full synthetic oil changes and other essential maintenance.
 
Lenovo Coupon Codes: 15% Off in August 2026 - Wired Fri, 21 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Whether you’re shopping for a ThinkPad, Yoga laptop, or Legion gaming PC, these Lenovo discount codes and promotions can help you save big on your next tech upgrade.
 
Hoka Coupon Codes: 30% Off in August 2026 - Wired Fri, 21 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Unlock free expedited shipping or 10% off with today’s Hoka discount codes, plus save up to 30% with the best discounts for August 2026.
 
Running Zork On The Steam Controller - Hack a Day Fri, 21 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
The Steam Controller is a device capable of many interesting feats. It’s intended to act simply as an input device, and yet, it can run games all on its own. …read more
 
Zoro Coupon Codes: 55% Off August - Wired Fri, 21 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Find the best Zoro coupon codes, deals, and free shipping offers to save big on industrial equipment, tools, and supplies this month.
 
Meta Quest Promo Codes and Coupons for August 2026 - Wired Fri, 21 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Experience cutting-edge VR and save up to 20% with coupons for the latest games, Meta Quest 3, Ray-Ban AI glasses, and more deals.
 
Ruggable Discount Code: 30% Off Rugs | August 2026 - Wired Fri, 21 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Keep your floors pristine and your budget intact. Save up to 30% off machine-washable rugs, runners, mats, and pillows using Ruggable coupons plus our expert advice.
 
Home Depot Promo Codes: 30% Off in August 2026 - Wired Fri, 21 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Save up to 50% today with the latest Home Depot promo codes for appliances, power tools, and more this August.
 
NordVPN Coupons: 75% Off, Plus 3 Months Free in August 2026 - Wired Fri, 21 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Save up to 77% on 2-year plans and get 3 free months with our NordVPN discount codes.
 
B&H Photo Promo Codes and Deals This August 2026 - Wired Fri, 21 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Enjoy top deals on cameras, computers, and tech essentials at B&H Photo.
 
Paramount+ Coupon Codes and Deals for August 2026 - Wired Fri, 21 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Save on streaming with the latest Paramount+ promo codes and deals, including 50% off subscriptions, free trials, and more.
 
AEW lost an insane amount of money on the Fight Forever video game - Cageside Seats - Google Fri, 21 Aug 2026 03:52:00 GMT
  1. AEW lost an insane amount of money on the Fight Forever video game Cageside Seats
  2. REPORT: Details About AEW’s Video Game Future Fightful
  3. Financial Hit AEW Took On Fight Forever Explains Why There's No Sequel TheSportster
  4. AEW Reportedly Lost $30 Million On Fight Forever Video Game Wrestling Inc.
  5. AEW Rumor Confirms There Won't Be A 'Fight Forever' Sequel After Huge 8-Figure Loss on First Game Sportsnaut
 
Sony CEO calls memory shortage timing "lucky" following PS5 console price increases - Notebookcheck - Google Fri, 21 Aug 2026 02:07:00 GMT
  1. Sony CEO calls memory shortage timing "lucky" following PS5 console price increases Notebookcheck
  2. 'We Don't Need to Aggressively Sell the Console': Sony CEO Says Timing of Memory Crisis Is 'Lucky' for PS5 Push Square
  3. Sony PS5 strategy: IP factory, focus on users instead of hardware sales PlayFront
  4. Sony No Longer Too Worried About PS5 Sales, Says Memory Crisis Timing Is "Lucky" Tech4Gamers
  5. Sony's CEO says they don't need to aggressively sell the PS5 today Android Headlines
 
Dark Cherry and More: Every iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone Ultra Color Rumor - MacRumors - Google Fri, 21 Aug 2026 00:32:00 GMT
  1. Dark Cherry and More: Every iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone Ultra Color Rumor MacRumors
  2. I’ve seen the new iPhone 18 Pro colors. This is one to get Macworld
  3. Otterbox and Astropad think iPhone 17 Pro cases will fit iPhone 18 Pro 9to5Mac
  4. TechWoven is back. Leaked photos of luxury covers for iPhone 18 Pro reveals their colors Letem světem Applem
  5. iPhone 18 Series Cases: New Opportunities for European Retailers with TVCMALL Business Review
 
Wall Street is starting to warm to Apple’s $2,199 foldable gamble - thestreet.com - Google Fri, 21 Aug 2026 00:07:00 GMT
  1. Wall Street is starting to warm to Apple’s $2,199 foldable gamble thestreet.com
  2. iPhone Ultra vs. iPhone 18 Pro Max: Here’s the one I’m putting my money on Tom's Guide
  3. New iPhone Ultra leaks cover release timing, availability, and name 9to5Mac
  4. iPhone Fold Price: What You Get For That Extra $500 Forbes
  5. 'iPhone Ultra' to 'Repeat' the iPhone X Story MacRumors
 
Netflix Drops Trailers for ‘Blue Eye Samurai’ Season 2, Cyberpunk: Edgerunners 2 and More at Anime NYC 2026 - CNET Fri, 21 Aug 2026 00:00:11 GMT
You can see the latest trailers and art for seven titles, including Fool Night and The One Piece.
 
Google Pixel 11 Review: Minor Upgrade - Wired Thu, 20 Aug 2026 23:15:27 GMT
Incremental improvements fail to generate much excitement, but Google’s Pixel 11 is still an accomplished Android phone.
 
25 Things From The 2000s That Millennials Got To Experience, But Gen Z'ers Will Never Understand - BuzzFeed - Google Thu, 20 Aug 2026 23:01:02 GMT
25 Things From The 2000s That Millennials Got To Experience, But Gen Z'ers Will Never Understand BuzzFeed
 
Amazon's God of War show brings in Dave Bautista as its new Kratos - Engadget Thu, 20 Aug 2026 22:51:23 GMT
The casting swap follows Ryan Hurst's injury on set earlier this year.
 
Oura Faces Lawsuit Over Alleged Inaccurate AI Sleep Tracking - CNET Thu, 20 Aug 2026 22:50:03 GMT
A proposed class-action lawsuit accuses the popular smart ring company of false advertisement.
 
Some New Samsung Device Owners Are Running Into RCS Messaging Issues - CNET Thu, 20 Aug 2026 22:28:50 GMT
Some have shared creative workarounds for connecting to RCS messaging on newer Samsung phone models.
 
GitHub says commits have doubled in the last four months - Engadget Thu, 20 Aug 2026 22:26:02 GMT
The new traffic peak caused "capacity failures" that led to the developer platform's recent outage.
 
US distributor of China’s most popular humanoid robots pivots after US ban - ArsTechnica Thu, 20 Aug 2026 22:00:11 GMT
FCC ban on foreign-made robots accelerated RoboStore’s US manufacturing plans.
 
HP Introduces First HyperX Open-Back Headset, Lightweight Carbon Fiber Mouse and More - CNET Thu, 20 Aug 2026 22:00:00 GMT
I got a glimpse at the latest HyperX gaming peripherals. Here’s what stood out, from new devices to tweaks to existing fan favorites.
 
HyperX's first open-back gaming headset brings the bass - Engadget Thu, 20 Aug 2026 22:00:00 GMT
The Cloud Alpha Air is reasonably priced at $150 and sports super comfy earpads.
 
Riot Games Will Cease Active Development For League Of Legends Fighting Game 2XKO In December - Game Informer - Google Thu, 20 Aug 2026 21:59:00 GMT
  1. Riot Games Will Cease Active Development For League Of Legends Fighting Game 2XKO In December Game Informer
  2. 2XKO Active Development Will End in December 2026 riotgames.com
  3. Riot Games sunsets active development on 2XKO as it costs "substantially more to operate than it brings in" GamesIndustry.biz
  4. Riot Games Pulls the Plug on Tag-Team Fighting Game 2XKO Less Than a Year After Launch, Refunding Every Purchase Wccftech
  5. Major 2026 PlayStation 5 Online Game Already Losing Support, Trophies Affected PlayStation LifeStyle
 
Apple Music will reportedly label any AI-made tracks later this year - Engadget Thu, 20 Aug 2026 21:50:50 GMT
The upcoming feature expands its Transparency Tags for marking slop songs.
 
Europe cancels planned upgrades for Ariane 6 rocket - ArsTechnica Thu, 20 Aug 2026 21:40:52 GMT
Arianespace hasn’t publicly disclosed the cost for an Ariane 6 launch.
 
They survived 9/11; 25 years later, their bonds remain unbroken - ArsTechnica Thu, 20 Aug 2026 21:25:25 GMT
Survivors reconnect with those who saved them in National Geographic's 9/11: Reunited.
 
Fortnite Chapter 7 Season 4 Override: New Map, Sprites, Weapons and More - Fortnite Tracker - Google Thu, 20 Aug 2026 21:08:49 GMT
  1. Fortnite Chapter 7 Season 4 Override: New Map, Sprites, Weapons and More Fortnite Tracker
  2. All Admin Panel Lobby Hack Codes For Free Rewards IGN
  3. Fortnite's Upcoming Season Includes Crossovers With Iconic Games Game Informer
  4. Fortnite servers down: Game goes offline and servers stop working for major update Yahoo Finance UK
  5. Sonic the Hedgehog to Headline Fortnite’s ‘Override’ Season (Gaming News Roundup) Variety
 
Pixel 11 Gboard Writing tools offer ‘Personalized suggestions’ with Gemini Intelligence - 9to5Google - Google Thu, 20 Aug 2026 21:03:00 GMT
  1. Pixel 11 Gboard Writing tools offer ‘Personalized suggestions’ with Gemini Intelligence 9to5Google
  2. Pixel 11's Rambler is Incredible Droid Life
  3. Gboard Rambler has a usage limit, and here's what happens when you reach it (Update) Android Authority
  4. Here Are the Biggest Gemini Updates Announced at Made by Google 2026 extremetech.com
  5. Gboard Rambler Isn’t Unlimited: Google Reveals What Happens After the Cap Techgenyz
 
The Galaxy’s Fastest Star Could Reveal the Secrets of a Supermassive Black Hole - Wired Thu, 20 Aug 2026 20:58:39 GMT
S301 passes close to Sagittarius A*—so close that its orbit could reveal how the black hole’s rotation warps the spacetime around it.
 
Riot is ending active development of 2XKO in December - Engadget Thu, 20 Aug 2026 20:56:22 GMT
The fighting game will still receive content updates through October 2026.
 
The FTC is cracking down on companies that charge you a "personalized price" - TechSpot Thu, 20 Aug 2026 20:43:00 GMT

The agency said it cannot ban personalized pricing under its current authority, but it will pursue enforcement action against companies that fail to meet its disclosure requirements.

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Apple Watches With Ceramic Finish Reportedly Returning This Year - CNET Thu, 20 Aug 2026 20:37:03 GMT
Rumors are flying that the Apple Watch Series 12 will include a ceramic option.
 
Todoist keeps tasks and projects organized without getting in your way - TechSpot Thu, 20 Aug 2026 20:27:00 GMT
Todoist is a free task manager with a clean interface that lets you quickly capture to-dos, set recurring deadlines and priorities, and organize everything into projects and lists. It works across desktop, mobile, and the web, and is also one of our Essential Apps for Windows and macOS.
 
The New Rat Horror Game Is Being Pirated A Week Before Launch - Kotaku - Google Thu, 20 Aug 2026 20:15:51 GMT
  1. The New Rat Horror Game Is Being Pirated A Week Before Launch Kotaku
  2. Resonance: A Plague Tale Legacy – Why This Is Far More Than A Plague Tale 3 XBOX Wire
  3. The surprising reason why Resonance: A Plague Tale Legacy’s ancient Greece is historically wrong Creative Bloq
  4. Careful, the new Plague Tale game appears to have leaked a week ahead of launch, meaning spoilers may appear Eurogamer
  5. Active Matter Developers Discuss Steam Release, Cheaters, Vehicles, and Progression Simplification ixbt.games
 
Apple Music will soon get visible labels for AI-generated content - 9to5Mac - Google Thu, 20 Aug 2026 20:08:00 GMT
  1. Apple Music will soon get visible labels for AI-generated content 9to5Mac
  2. Apple Music to Launch Labels on AI Tracks Later This Year The Hollywood Reporter
  3. Apple Music to Add Labels for AI-Generated Music Later This Year Billboard
  4. Apple Music to Label AI-Made Tracks Later This Year Variety
  5. Apple Music to slap AI labels on Suno tracks – but pushes the onus onto record companies Music Business Worldwide
 
China Is Strapping ‘Digital Bombs’ to Civilian Infrastructure—Is the US Ready? - Wired Thu, 20 Aug 2026 20:03:13 GMT
This week on “Uncanny Valley,” Andy Greenberg discusses sitting in on a war game simulating a cyberattack from the Chinese hacking group Volt Typhoon
 
The Lucid Air Air Sapphire Beats Genuine Mid-Engine Supercars From 0-200-0 MPH - InsideEVs - Google Thu, 20 Aug 2026 20:03:00 GMT
  1. The Lucid Air Air Sapphire Beats Genuine Mid-Engine Supercars From 0-200-0 MPH InsideEVs
  2. Car and Driver’s 0–150–0 Speed Test 2026 Car and Driver
  3. Corvette ZR1X Shines In Car And Driver 0-150-0 Speed Test 2026: Video GM Authority
  4. An American Sedan Just Smoked The New Corvette ZR1X To 200 MPH And Back Carscoops
  5. [VIDEO] Deep Dive: Corvette ZR1X Dominates Car and Driver’s Latest 0-150-0 Test then Pushes to 200 CorvetteBlogger
 
Someone targeted security researchers using a fake crypto conference as a lure - TechCrunch - Google Thu, 20 Aug 2026 20:00:00 GMT
  1. Someone targeted security researchers using a fake crypto conference as a lure TechCrunch
  2. Post-DEF CON Phishing Uses Google Doc Apps Script to Deliver Malware Huntress
  3. Cybersecurity Experts Targeted in Fake Conference Scam Zamin.uz
  4. Fake Crypto Conference: Hackers Impersonate CoinDesk Executive To Target Researchers Bitcoin World
  5. Fake Crypto Exec Used Booby-Trapped Google Doc to Target Security Researcher After DEF CON itsecurityguru.org
 
Senators press TikTok on 'sinister' experiment that held back an algorithm safety feature - Engadget Thu, 20 Aug 2026 19:49:20 GMT
A teen who died by suicide was reportedly part of the test.
 
Microsoft confirms latest Windows 11 update is crashing games and rebooting PCs - TechSpot Thu, 20 Aug 2026 19:39:00 GMT

The KB5121003 update was released on August 11 for Windows 11 builds 26200.9168 and 26100.9168. According to some users who installed the update, it contains a bug that is causing games to crash and display the EXCEPTION_ACCESS_VIOLATION error. In some cases, the PC automatically reboots after the crash.

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Where Vandals Can’t Reach? Flock Safety’s Future Is Full of Spying Drones - CNET Thu, 20 Aug 2026 19:21:49 GMT
A fast-growing surveillance drone network won’t help Flock’s public image.
 
Geoff Keighley clarifies how trailers are selected for Gamescom Opening Night Live - GamesIndustry.biz - Google Thu, 20 Aug 2026 19:19:08 GMT
  1. Geoff Keighley clarifies how trailers are selected for Gamescom Opening Night Live GamesIndustry.biz
  2. What to Expect from ONL | gamescom 2026 IGN
  3. How To Watch Gamescom's Opening Night Live Showcase Engadget
  4. Gamescom 2026 Opening Night Live: Time, Date & How To Watch Nintendo Life
  5. Gamescom 2026 sells out exhibition space for the first time Notebookcheck
 
Marley Spoon, Blue Apron Face Delivery Issues After Food Supplier Bankruptcy - CNET Thu, 20 Aug 2026 19:05:14 GMT
Customers have faced late deliveries, missing ingredients and a lapse in communication. I’m one of them.
 
Meta's app for creating generative AI minigames is now available in the US - Engadget Thu, 20 Aug 2026 18:55:00 GMT
It's called Pocket and is described as a "platform for making and sharing gizmos."
 
Silicon Valley Doesn't Get Why You Hate AI - Wired Thu, 20 Aug 2026 18:49:07 GMT
Technology leaders don’t seem to understand society’s gripes about AI, but boy, are they posting through it.
 
Paving the way for greener ammonia production - MIT Thu, 20 Aug 2026 18:45:00 GMT
New MIT research could lead to better materials for a fossil-fuel-free process for making the chemical that's essential to fertilizer and other products.
 
Foldable OLED Displays And The Bane Of Dust - Hackaday - Google Thu, 20 Aug 2026 18:30:00 GMT
  1. Foldable OLED Displays And The Bane Of Dust Hackaday
  2. I returned to Samsung phones after a decade, and now I finally understand why people love it MakeUseOf
  3. Turns Out, a New Shape Is Exactly What Samsung Needed for Its Folding Phone WIRED
  4. I ditched the Galaxy Z Fold 8's main screen; it was brilliant until I tried to type Android Police
  5. T-Mobile is giving away the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 right now — how to qualify for this wild offer Mashable
 
Back in 1996, Quake's shareware CD locked id Software's entire catalog behind flawed encryption that made it a free-for-all - TechSpot Thu, 20 Aug 2026 18:05:00 GMT

Quake recently turned 30, and id Software celebrated the milestone by releasing new content for the game's "enhanced" version. However, a more recent story highlights some of the unusual business decisions made by the Texas-based studio back in the 1990s. The game that broke id's old guard was also instrumental...

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Step Aside, GTA 6 Leaks, We Have To Talk About Zork - GameSpot - Google Thu, 20 Aug 2026 18:03:23 GMT
Step Aside, GTA 6 Leaks, We Have To Talk About Zork GameSpot
 
Grok keeps sending gibberish responses to users - TechCrunch - Google Thu, 20 Aug 2026 17:32:16 GMT
  1. Grok keeps sending gibberish responses to users TechCrunch
  2. Why the Grok AI chatbot has started talking ‘gibberish’ The Independent
  3. Elon Musk’s Grok AI chatbot starts sending confusing nonsense to users The Independent
  4. Grok Served Nonsensical Text to Some Users During a Temporary xAI Glitch Межа. Новини України.
  5. Grok Spouts Gibberish About 'Planets' and 'Cheese' in Response to PDF Requests, Some Users Hit by Glitch finance.biggo.com
 
Roblox must make changes after failing to block adults creeping on kids - ArsTechnica Thu, 20 Aug 2026 17:14:08 GMT
Roblox is first platform to submit to independent audits under the Online Safety Act.
 
My Kid Messed Around and Found Out. My Wife Wants to Blame Someone. - Slate Magazine - Google Thu, 20 Aug 2026 17:10:00 GMT
My Kid Messed Around and Found Out. My Wife Wants to Blame Someone. Slate Magazine
 
NASA study finds Earth fungi could survive up to 7 days near lunar south pole - TechSpot Thu, 20 Aug 2026 17:08:00 GMT

The study, published in Science Advances, examined several areas being considered for Artemis landings, including Nobile Rim and Connecting Ridge. Researchers used data from NASA's Lunar Reconnaissance Orbiter to model surface conditions, then compared them with the known survival limits of bacteria and fungi commonly found on spacecraft.

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Modern Warfare 4 beta includes a campaign mission, Switch 2 support, and background shader compilation - TechSpot Thu, 20 Aug 2026 16:27:00 GMT

Activision has revealed the start date, contents, and system requirements for Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4's open beta. Like prior betas, it mostly centers on multiplayer content but will also include a campaign mission for the first time.

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The FTC Wants Companies to Tell You When They Set Personalized Prices - CNET Thu, 20 Aug 2026 16:17:25 GMT
The agency says you should know when companies use your personal data to charge you more than the next person.
 
G.Skill starts paying buyers $20 to $25 from $2.4 million settlement over misleading RAM speeds - TechSpot Thu, 20 Aug 2026 15:50:00 GMT

The payments began landing this week, six months after the settlement was announced. Screenshots shared online show one claimant receiving $19.68 through Zelle, while two others reportedly received $24.60 each. As is usually the case with class actions, the amount depends on how many valid claims were filed and the...

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The Scariest Thing In The Silent Hill: Townfall Gameplay Trailer Is How Scots Pay For Electricity - Kotaku - Google Thu, 20 Aug 2026 15:45:24 GMT
  1. The Scariest Thing In The Silent Hill: Townfall Gameplay Trailer Is How Scots Pay For Electricity Kotaku
  2. Silent Hill: Townfall Confirmed As Timed Exclusive, Will Likely Hit Xbox Pure Xbox
  3. Filming of "Avengers: Secret Wars" Began with the "Craziest Scene of All Time" - Insider ixbt.games
  4. Silent Hill: Townfall’s Otherworld is Tinged in Red and Swarming With Monsters in New Gameplay GamingBolt
  5. Silent Hill Townfall PS5 Details Reveal 2 New Horror Features Techgenyz
 
Code Vein II expansion ‘Mask of Idris’ launches September 9 alongside version 2.0 update - Gematsu - Google Thu, 20 Aug 2026 15:30:48 GMT
  1. Code Vein II expansion ‘Mask of Idris’ launches September 9 alongside version 2.0 update Gematsu
  2. Code Vein II Mask of Idris DLC launches September 9 PlayStation.Blog
  3. Code Vein 2 DLC Stars a Different Version of Lou MagMell Siliconera
  4. Bandai Namco has announced the first expansion, Mask of Idris, for Code Vein II. GameGPU
  5. A Tale Woven in the Forsaken World Awaits in CODE VEIN II Mask of Idris DLC, Launching September 9 Bandai Namco
 
The EX60 Is Volvo’s Most Important Car, and It’s Glorious - CNET Thu, 20 Aug 2026 15:21:08 GMT
I’ve driven over 600 miles in the all-electric EX60, and there’s a lot I like about this SUV.
 
US physical game sales drop to lowest monthly total since 1995 | US Monthly Charts - GamesIndustry.biz - Google Thu, 20 Aug 2026 15:20:49 GMT
  1. US physical game sales drop to lowest monthly total since 1995 | US Monthly Charts GamesIndustry.biz
  2. Nobody’s Buying New Physical Games On Xbox In The U.S. Kotaku
  3. Switch 2 Leads US Console Sales Slump in Worst July Since Covid Bloomberg.com
  4. Gaming Consoles Are Getting Wrecked by High Prices Gizmodo
  5. Xbox Reportedly Makes Up Less Than 5% Of US Physical Sales In 2026 Pure Xbox
 
This enthusiast has been torturing 351 microSD cards for years, and some brands are winning - TechSpot Thu, 20 Aug 2026 15:14:00 GMT

Tech enthusiast Matt Cole started the project in 2023 and recently shared an update on Reddit's r/DataHoarder. The test covers 111 models. Of the 351 cards, 107 are still running, while 67 are waiting for an open card reader

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The Pixel 11 Pro's HiLight feature is finally useful, thanks to this open-source app - Android Police - Google Thu, 20 Aug 2026 15:13:45 GMT
  1. The Pixel 11 Pro's HiLight feature is finally useful, thanks to this open-source app Android Police
  2. Someone already figured out how to fully control Pixel 11 Pro's 'HiLight' and make it useful [Gallery] 9to5Google
  3. This App Will Make You Want to Use the Pixel 11 Pro's 'HiLight' Feature Lifehacker
  4. Google wants you to use its phones less - but I'm skeptical ZDNET
  5. Someone already fixed the Pixel 11's most disappointing feature How-To Geek
 
Healing The Ocean, Together: Subnautica 2 × The Ocean Cleanup - Unknown Worlds - Google Thu, 20 Aug 2026 15:05:28 GMT
  1. Healing The Ocean, Together: Subnautica 2 × The Ocean Cleanup Unknown Worlds
  2. Subnautica 2 Buddy System Update Unknown Worlds
  3. shadPS4 emulator received a major update 0.18 - Bloodborne, Persona, and PlayStation exclusives now run better on PC ixbt.games
  4. SUBNAUTICA 2 EXPANDS CO-OP IN SECOND EARLY ACCESS UPDATE Games Press
  5. Even in early access, it’s worth plunging into Subnautica 2 TechRadar
 
Minecraft Dungeons II Gameplay Trailer - Minecraft - Google Thu, 20 Aug 2026 15:05:10 GMT
  1. Minecraft Dungeons II Gameplay Trailer Minecraft
  2. Minecraft Dungeons II: Official Gameplay Trailer & New Dimension XBOX Wire
  3. Journey into The Sift: Minecraft Dungeons II Available for Pre-Order mxdwn Games
  4. Minecraft Dungeons II gameplay takes us on a weird adventure DLCompare.com
  5. Minecraft Dungeons 2 Drops New Trailer Showcasing The Sift And Its Dangers GamingBolt
 
Free Play Days – Train Sim World 6, Icarus: Console Edition, and Lynked: Banner of the Spark - XBOX Wire - Google Thu, 20 Aug 2026 15:02:25 GMT
  1. Free Play Days – Train Sim World 6, Icarus: Console Edition, and Lynked: Banner of the Spark XBOX Wire
  2. Free Play Days: Try These Xbox Games For Free (August 20-23) Pure Xbox
  3. Gears of War: E-Day Multiplayer Beta Opens To All, No More Room In Hell 2 and Hell Let Loose: Vietnam Launch This Week With DLSS 4.5 NVIDIA
  4. The Gears of War: E-Day PC Beta Reveals Extreme Detail, Slightly Troubling Performance Digital Foundry
  5. Xbox drops 3 free games with $100 value including underrated post-apocalyptic adventure GAMINGbible
 
Judge says ATF cannot decide when a piece of 3D-printed plastic legally becomes a firearm - TechSpot Thu, 20 Aug 2026 14:37:00 GMT

The permanent injunction blocks enforcement of those provisions against Defense Distributed and current or future members of the Second Amendment Foundation. It covers the company's M1911 80% frames, G80 build kit, unfinished receiver, and grip module.

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Genesis joins the giant electric SUV club with new GV90 - ArsTechnica Thu, 20 Aug 2026 14:35:58 GMT
A retractable screen, a huge heads-up display, and an optional 4-seat VIP interior.
 
The Power Bank You'll Actually Have When Your Phone Hits 1 Percent - Yanko Design - Google Thu, 20 Aug 2026 14:20:50 GMT
The Power Bank You'll Actually Have When Your Phone Hits 1 Percent Yanko Design
 
Valve's Steam Frame could launch any day now, and it might cost $1,200 - TechSpot Thu, 20 Aug 2026 14:06:00 GMT

An X account covering Valve hardware recently shared several leaked videos showing the company's official instructions for using the Steam Frame. The unboxing guide and numerous other details uncovered over the past few weeks suggest that the standalone VR headset's release is fast approaching.

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SpaceX’s orbital data centers would create a new category of e-waste - ArsTechnica Thu, 20 Aug 2026 13:59:50 GMT
The yeetcycling math resembles asteroid mining in reverse.
 
Stripe says the "singularity" began eight months ago, makes $7.5 billion AI bet - TechSpot Thu, 20 Aug 2026 13:33:00 GMT

Stripe told investors on Wednesday that January 1, 2026, was an important day as it marked the "beginning of the singularity." That's not the sort of claim you'd expect a company to make, especially a digital payments processor.

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Reverse-lookup service exposed millions of photos of people’s faces - ArsTechnica Thu, 20 Aug 2026 13:29:54 GMT
People-search tool ClarityCheck left database containing more than 9M image files exposed.
 
Ceramic Apple Watch Rumored to Return With Series 12 - MacRumors - Google Thu, 20 Aug 2026 13:17:23 GMT
  1. Ceramic Apple Watch Rumored to Return With Series 12 MacRumors
  2. Apple Watches With Ceramic Finish Reportedly Returning This Year CNET
  3. Apple Watch Ultra 4 Emerges in Massive Leaks Geeky Gadgets
  4. Smartwatches Coming in Late 2026 that Could be Worth the Wait Analytics Insight
  5. Revisiting Apple Watch Edition: Hands-on with the white ceramic Series 5 9to5Mac
 
The video games most at risk from PlayStation’s physical switch-off - The Game Business - Google Thu, 20 Aug 2026 13:03:38 GMT
  1. The video games most at risk from PlayStation’s physical switch-off The Game Business
  2. Sony’s decision to phase out PlayStation disc releases prompts consumer and preservation concerns Audacy
  3. Former PlayStation Boss Weighs In On Sony Killing Off Physical Game Discs GameSpot
  4. Fears new PS6 could cost nearly £1,000 unless major feature is DROPPED as insiders issue shock PlayStation warning The Sun
  5. Physical disc production ending in January 2028 for new games releasing on PlayStation consoles PlayStation.Blog
 
Grok exfiltrates user data when malicious instructions are encrypted - ArsTechnica Thu, 20 Aug 2026 13:00:35 GMT
Cryptographic Context Injection is only the latest way to break an LLM safety guardrail.
 
No Mic Needed: You Can Create Music and Speech With Adobe’s AI Audio Tools - CNET Thu, 20 Aug 2026 13:00:14 GMT
Adobe’s instrumental AI soundtracks come with a universal license, meaning it’s safe to use for any project.
 
Intel's next flagship CPU could be the 28-core Core Ultra 9 4950K - TechSpot Thu, 20 Aug 2026 12:51:00 GMT

The processor appeared in a CPU-Z screenshot posted on X by leaker @laurentschoice. It is listed as the Intel Core Ultra 9 4950K, a name that may signal Intel is returning to four-digit model numbers after using three-digit Core Ultra designations beginning in 2024.

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Black Myth: Zhong Kui’s New Gameplay Looks Brutal, Especially Its Grotesque Boss Fight - GameSpot - Google Thu, 20 Aug 2026 12:42:28 GMT
  1. Black Myth: Zhong Kui’s New Gameplay Looks Brutal, Especially Its Grotesque Boss Fight GameSpot
  2. See What Black Myth: Zhong Kui Brings in 15-Minute Gameplay Trailer 80 Level
  3. Black Myth Wukong sequel gets a 15-minute gameplay trailer Neowin
  4. Black Myth: Zhong Kui Gets 15 Minutes of New Gameplay VGChartz
  5. Most Popular 2024 PlayStation 5 RPG Drops Stunning Sequel Gameplay Trailer Yahoo Tech
 
Serval Wants To Replace ServiceNow With AI That Builds Enterprise Automation - Forbes - Google Thu, 20 Aug 2026 12:36:30 GMT
  1. Serval Wants To Replace ServiceNow With AI That Builds Enterprise Automation Forbes
  2. Serval’s super agent Catalyst creates roving background agents to identify and fix IT issues before they’re ticketed Venturebeat
  3. Serval Launches Catalyst AI Agent to Build and Manage Enterprise Automations citybiz
  4. Serval Launches Catalyst, an AI Agent That Automates Automation Building Business Wire
 
From the Original ‘Bluey’ Pilot to the Movie: At D23, We Got an Exclusive Look - CNET Thu, 20 Aug 2026 12:31:00 GMT
Bluey, Bingo and the rest of the Heeler family are in full 3D and ready for the big screen.
 
How wealthy families can prepare for aging parents and avoid a succession crisis - CNBC - Google Thu, 20 Aug 2026 12:30:01 GMT
How wealthy families can prepare for aging parents and avoid a succession crisis CNBC
 
Researchers found a way to bring expired credit cards back from the dead - TechSpot Thu, 20 Aug 2026 12:13:00 GMT

Being unable to use a credit card to pay for your groceries is annoying enough. It's worse when a "zombie" card claws its way back to life and bites you in the bank account. According to researchers at the University of Massachusetts Amherst, there's a way to abuse an already-expired...

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Meta AI’s new Mac app wants you to talk to your apps - TechCrunch - Google Thu, 20 Aug 2026 12:11:57 GMT
  1. Meta AI’s new Mac app wants you to talk to your apps TechCrunch
  2. Meta AI is getting a Mac app The Verge
  3. Meta's new Mac app takes aim at creators, small businesses Axios
  4. Meta AI Launches Mac App With Screen Sharing and Dictation MacRumors
  5. Meta adds AI-powered assistant for SMB owners Social Media Today
 
FDA approves robot that can find your vein, insert a needle, and draw blood without human help - TechSpot Thu, 20 Aug 2026 11:15:00 GMT

Called Aletta, the robot begins the process by instructing the adult patient on how to position their arm. Once in the correct place, the patient or a supervisor presses a button to begin.

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Gran Turismo 7 Update 1.71 Arrives With Major Physics Changes & Fanatec FullForce Support - GTPlanet - Google Thu, 20 Aug 2026 11:12:14 GMT
  1. Gran Turismo 7 Update 1.71 Arrives With Major Physics Changes & Fanatec FullForce Support GTPlanet
  2. The Gran Turismo 7 August Update: Four New Cars and Three Race Events! gran-turismo.com
  3. Gran Turismo 7 Weekly Challenges: Eiger King GTPlanet
  4. Gran Turismo 7 adds 10 new engine swaps, including kei car Caterham and V8 Chaser options Traxion.GG
  5. A field guide to Gran Turismo 7’s 1.71 update, out today PlayStation.Blog
 
The original Xbox is getting a gorgeous building block set for its 25th anniversary - TrueAchievements - Google Thu, 20 Aug 2026 11:02:24 GMT
  1. The original Xbox is getting a gorgeous building block set for its 25th anniversary TrueAchievements
  2. Mattel Brick Shop™ Celebrates 25 Years of Microsoft's Iconic XBOX Game Console with New Premium Building Set Mattel Corporate
  3. Mattel Is Releasing A Full-Scale Building Brick Set Of The Original Xbox Engadget
  4. Mattel Integrates Secret Cheat Codes into 3,509-Piece Original Xbox Replica Hypebeast
  5. A pretend Xbox model costs over $300, and the latest real Series X will potentially be a grand, so I'd like to leave this planet GamesRadar+
 
Poolease X1 Pool Robot Review: How Bad Can It Be? - Wired Thu, 20 Aug 2026 11:02:00 GMT
The Poolease X1 can collect leaves from the pool floor, but dirt, silt, walls, and steps are all beyond its pay grade.
 
The Airport Behaviors You Think Are Harmless, But Passengers And Workers Find Genuinely Maddening - HuffPost - Google Thu, 20 Aug 2026 11:00:18 GMT
The Airport Behaviors You Think Are Harmless, But Passengers And Workers Find Genuinely Maddening HuffPost
 
Bumble Tried to Change Dating, but the Dating Market Forced It to Change Instead - Wired Thu, 20 Aug 2026 11:00:00 GMT
The app now allows men to make the first move, suggesting its women-first positioning was limiting growth. It joins other dating apps now throwing everything at the wall in a bid to stay relevant.
 
The future of medicine is video games - vox.com - Google Thu, 20 Aug 2026 10:45:00 GMT
The future of medicine is video games vox.com
 
The 3 Best USB Car Chargers for Phones (2026): Anker, DeWalt - Wired Thu, 20 Aug 2026 10:33:00 GMT
I put top-rated USB car chargers to the test for fast charging, value, heat, and safety. These are the best I found.
 
The RTX 5090 Is No Longer Fast Enough - TechSpot Thu, 20 Aug 2026 10:32:00 GMT
Samsung's first 6K gaming monitor pushes even the RTX 5090 beyond its comfort zone. We test Nvidia's uber expensive flagship to see what gaming above 4K really costs in performance and image quality.
 
A MAGA County’s Top Election Official Wants to Hire Election Denial Superstar Tina Peters - Wired Thu, 20 Aug 2026 10:30:00 GMT
Tina Peters was convicted of seven counts related to election interference in 2024. Now, she’s fielding an offer from a county that’s become a hotbed of voting-related conspiracy theories.
 
Xbox update preview lets you tidy up Home and rewards Day One achievement owners - TrueAchievements - Google Thu, 20 Aug 2026 10:11:15 GMT
  1. Xbox update preview lets you tidy up Home and rewards Day One achievement owners TrueAchievements
  2. Available for XBOX Insiders: Home Improvements, Local Save Game Management, and Profile Badges XBOX Wire
  3. Xbox Insiders are getting a wave of new Xbox Series X|S dashboard features today, here's what's new Windows Central
  4. Latest Xbox Console Updates Include Extremely Belated Profile Badge if You Bought an Xbox One Back in 2013 IGN
  5. Five New Console Features Begin Rolling Out Today For Xbox Insiders (August 19) Pure Xbox
 
How Teen ‘After-Prom’ Kings in LA Monetized the High School Rager - Wired Thu, 20 Aug 2026 10:00:00 GMT
The West Coast house-party scene has long been iconic. For these young, tech-savvy entrepreneurs, it was also inspiration for MyPlots, a party-promotion empire.
 
Sennheiser’s new Momentum 5 earbuds feature easily replaceable batteries - The Verge - Google Thu, 20 Aug 2026 10:00:00 GMT
  1. Sennheiser’s new Momentum 5 earbuds feature easily replaceable batteries The Verge
  2. Introducing Sennheiser MOMENTUM True Wireless 5: The Flagship MOMENTUM Experience in Your Pocket Sennheiser
  3. Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 5 Look Like Serious Earbud Contenders CNET
  4. Sennheiser’s Momentum True Wireless 5 get user-replaceable batteries Darko.Audio
  5. Sennheiser Just Gave Hi-Fi Fans a New Genuine AirPod Rival Gear Patrol
 
Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 5 Look Like Serious Earbud Contenders - CNET Thu, 20 Aug 2026 10:00:00 GMT
With a $300 price, the new flagship noise-canceling earbuds have a totally new design and performance upgrades. Are they the next great buds?
 
Critical Zimbra RCE flaw now actively exploited in attacks - BleepingComputer - Google Thu, 20 Aug 2026 09:46:54 GMT
  1. Critical Zimbra RCE flaw now actively exploited in attacks BleepingComputer
  2. Attackers Exploit Zimbra SNMP Flaw for Unauthenticated Remote Code Execution The Hacker News
  3. Hackers Target Zimbra Servers in Active Exploitation Campaign SecurityWeek
  4. Zimbra: Warning of attacks on command injection vulnerability heise online
  5. Warning: Actively Exploited Remote Code Execution in Zimbra Collaboration , Patch Immediately! CCB Belgium
 
LG’s new OLED breakthrough can boost display lifespans - The Verge - Google Thu, 20 Aug 2026 09:11:26 GMT
  1. LG’s new OLED breakthrough can boost display lifespans The Verge
  2. LG Display unveils FLiPP, achieving dream next-generation OLED technology LG Display Newsroom
  3. Samsung Pushes Gaming Laptop OLEDs To 300 Hz, Bringing High-Refresh Displays To The Next Level Wccftech
  4. LG's New OLED Manufacturing Tech Can Make Panels Bigger And Brighter Engadget
  5. OLED Screens Are Finally Defeating the One Thing Holding Them Back Gizmodo
 
Salmonella Is Everywhere - Wired Thu, 20 Aug 2026 09:00:00 GMT
From granola to guacamole, a wide variety of foods have been recalled lately over salmonella risks. Experts say common-sense precautions go a long way.
 
Samsung Is Holding Another Galaxy Event On August 27 - Engadget - Google Thu, 20 Aug 2026 08:37:32 GMT
  1. Samsung Is Holding Another Galaxy Event On August 27 Engadget
  2. [Invitation] Galaxy Event August 2026 samsung.com
  3. Here’s the Galaxy S26 FE From Every Angle SammyGuru
  4. Samsung’s next flagship leaked again showing three cool colors PhoneArena
  5. Galaxy S26 FE leaks in unboxing video ahead of August 27 launch SamMobile
 
Peacock Promo Codes: 40% Off August 2026 - Wired Thu, 20 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Stream your favorite shows for up to $80 off this month, and save on subscription plans with the latest Peacock TV coupons from WIRED.
 
Booking.com Promo Codes: 20% Off | August 2026 - Wired Thu, 20 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Enjoy big savings on your next adventure with our Booking.com promo codes, coupons, and handpicked travel deals.
 
Nike Promo Codes and Discounts: 30% for August 2026 - Wired Thu, 20 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Check out our deals for Nike this August 2026, including 15% off select purchases.
 
Chewy Promo Codes: $20 Off August 2026 - Wired Thu, 20 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Explore Chewy coupon codes for $30 off, $20 off your first order $49, 50% off pet food, and more August 2026 discounts.
 
Dell Coupon Codes: 20% Off for August 2026 - Wired Thu, 20 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Get 20% off with verified Dell promo code, plus today’s coupons for up to $600 off laptops, Alienware monitors, and all things tech.
 
H&R Block Coupon: 25% Off DIY + Tax Pro Assist - Wired Thu, 20 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Save over 25% when you opt for H&R Block’s free online offering, plus a tax pro review.
 
T-Mobile Promo Codes: 25% Off | August 2026 - Wired Thu, 20 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Discover how to save on T-Mobile Business Internet and phone plans, from sign-up perks and switching rewards to bundled offers and free lines.
 
eBay Coupons: 20% Off in August 2026 - Wired Thu, 20 Aug 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.
 
iRobot Promo Code: 15% Off - Wired Thu, 20 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Save on iRobot products, including robot vacuums and mops designed to handle pet hair, daily messes, and hands-free cleaning with smart home integration.
 
20% Off Samsung Promo Code | August 2026 - Wired Thu, 20 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Save 30% or 10% with Samsung coupon codes, up to $1,000 on appliances, plus limited-time deals on the Galaxy Z Fold7, Flip7, and S25.
 
TurboTax Full Service Coupons This August - Wired Thu, 20 Aug 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.
 
Pokémon Pokopia Expansion Pass Getting Packaged Download Release - Nintendo Life - Google Thu, 20 Aug 2026 04:30:00 GMT
  1. Pokémon Pokopia Expansion Pass Getting Packaged Download Release Nintendo Life
  2. Global Sales of Pokémon Pokopia for Nintendo Switch 2 Surpass 5 Million Units Business Wire
  3. Pokémon Pokopia’s DLC is getting a physical release in Korea… with a code in a box Nintendo Wire
  4. Pokopia's Bubbly Basin Strikes A DLC Balance Other Games Strive For TheGamer
  5. Nintendo shares pop 7% after 'Pokémon Pokopia' sales top 5 million CNBC
 
MIT engineers design a better controller for operating construction diggers - MIT Thu, 20 Aug 2026 04:00:00 GMT
The new, more intuitive system could speed up the training process for excavator operators.
 
Genesis GV90 SUV Debuts With Coach Doors, 310-Mile Range - CNET Thu, 20 Aug 2026 03:00:00 GMT
The luxury electric SUV rolls out with HMG’s biggest battery to date and its most dramatic set of doors.
 
Comcast Xfinity Wants to Use Your Wi-Fi as a Motion Sensor in Your Home - CNET Thu, 20 Aug 2026 00:53:19 GMT
Xfinity Shield is a combination of cyber and home security using several new technologies I’ve seen in recent years.
 
NASA calls off mission to rescue Swift gamma-ray observatory - ArsTechnica Thu, 20 Aug 2026 00:18:48 GMT
Without a rescue, NASA's Swift Observatory is expected to reenter the atmosphere later this year.
 
Google Goes Back to School With New AI Study Tools - CNET Thu, 20 Aug 2026 00:06:49 GMT
A new dedicated study hub includes a study notebook, customized flash cards and practice quizzes.
 
The largest all-electric plane ever flew for 27 minutes, on $5 of electricity - TechSpot Wed, 19 Aug 2026 23:06:00 GMT

Heart's X1 demonstrator flew for 27 minutes from a regional airport in upstate New York, running on battery power the entire time. The aircraft reached 1,100 feet with one pilot aboard and no passengers. The flight marked the first time the company had put the X1 in the air.

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Elon Musk Is Expected to Point His Money Machine at Texas Politics - Wired Wed, 19 Aug 2026 23:00:00 GMT
Sources tell WIRED that Elon Musk is expected to spend up to $200 million in the midterms. It could be a big boost for GOP Senate candidate Ken Paxton, who’s struggled to raise cash.
 
Amazon aims for delivery drones to reach 500 US neighborhoods by end of 2026 - ArsTechnica Wed, 19 Aug 2026 22:02:38 GMT
US residents face trade-offs as delivery drone services such as Prime Air expand.
 
Grand Seiko Adds a Titanium Everyday Watch with a Special Blue Dial - Gear Patrol - Google Wed, 19 Aug 2026 21:36:51 GMT
  1. Grand Seiko Adds a Titanium Everyday Watch with a Special Blue Dial Gear Patrol
  2. Grand Seiko And Ben Bridge Release A Hawaii Boutique Exclusive Watch Forbes
  3. Grand Seiko Links Hawaii and Japan With an Ultra-Limited Honolulu Exclusive Hypebeast
  4. This New Blue Dial Watch Is One of the Best Grand Seiko Models of 2026 (But There's a Big Catch) Esquire
  5. Ocean-Inspired Titanium Watches: Grand Seiko SBGA527 is a Honolulu-Exclusive Limited… Trend Hunter
 
Pokémon x Polaroid collaboration brings cameras based on Pikachu, Sylveon, and a Poké Ball - Nintendo Wire - Google Wed, 19 Aug 2026 20:35:58 GMT
  1. Pokémon x Polaroid collaboration brings cameras based on Pikachu, Sylveon, and a Poké Ball Nintendo Wire
  2. Pokémon × Polaroid Special Edition Range Cameras Are Coming Soon Pokemon.com
  3. Pokémon and Polaroid Team Up for Nostalgic Camera Collab Crunchyroll
  4. Polaroid’s new Pokémon collection captures memories, not Pikachus The Verge
  5. Pokemon announces Polaroid collab, Pikachu-themed instant cameras KGW
 
Google built a camera-based tool to estimate body fat more accurately than wearables - Android Authority - Google Wed, 19 Aug 2026 20:30:00 GMT
  1. Google built a camera-based tool to estimate body fat more accurately than wearables Android Authority
  2. Seeing beyond BMI: Estimating cardiometabolic risk with smartphone imagery Google Research
  3. Google Tests Smartphone Photos for Insulin Resistance Risk TechRepublic
  4. Google's latest AI breakthrough may turn your Pixel phone into a medical lab PhoneArena
  5. Google Is Testing an AI That Can Estimate Body Fat From Photos SammyGuru
 
How "tokenomics" might save AI PCs - TechSpot Wed, 19 Aug 2026 20:29:00 GMT

There are some interesting things happening in the PC market these days and, more importantly, the potential for even more impactful changes over the next year or so. At a high level, overall PC shipments were predicted to decline and are indeed starting to do so on a unit basis.

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Framework responds to complaints that BIOS update bricks Ryzen 7040 laptops - ArsTechnica Wed, 19 Aug 2026 20:21:59 GMT
Framework says it's replacing some out-of-warranty AMD mainboards.
 
Flight attendants freaked out that Google is buying tons of Spirit employee data - ArsTechnica Wed, 19 Aug 2026 20:04:41 GMT
Bankrupt Spirit accused of selling out workers in massive data sale to Google.
 
The Pixel 11 Pro and Pro XL also got reviewed: great cameras, modest upgrades - TechSpot Wed, 19 Aug 2026 20:03:00 GMT
Google's Pixel 11 Pro and Pro XL bring improved cameras, brighter displays, a more efficient Tensor G6 chip, and new Gemini AI features. Reviewers praise the camera upgrades and Google's software experience, but weaker gaming performance, mediocre battery life, less RAM, and higher prices make this generation a tougher sell.
 
FCC abolishes gigabit speed goal, suggesting it is unfair to slower technologies - ArsTechnica Wed, 19 Aug 2026 19:45:19 GMT
FCC decides 1Gbps is too fast, standard must be "technologically neutral."
 
I Saw the Future of AI in a Robot That Can Learn on the Spot - Wired Wed, 19 Aug 2026 19:30:00 GMT
During a recent visit to Generalist AI, I watched a robotic arm improvise and use a banana as a tool.
 
The floodgates are open after another Chinese company lands a reusable rocket - ArsTechnica Wed, 19 Aug 2026 18:41:02 GMT
"We will put the booster back into service for another flight as soon as possible."
 
The game’s the thing - MIT Wed, 19 Aug 2026 18:35:00 GMT
MIT senior Kayode Dada has a passion for designing games, and a penchant for building community.
 
Pew survey: 52% of Americans now more concerned than excited about AI - TechSpot Wed, 19 Aug 2026 18:27:00 GMT

A recent report from the Pew Research Center reveals that more than half of US adults – 52%, to be exact – are "more concerned than excited" about the increased use of artificial intelligence in daily life. That is up from just 37% who answered the same way in 2021...

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How the Toxoplasma parasite adapts to crowded conditions in host cells - MIT Wed, 19 Aug 2026 17:50:00 GMT
A new study by Whitehead Institute researchers identifies how the widespread parasite Toxoplasma gondii survives in crowded environments in infected cells, which helps it persist in long-lasting brain cysts.
 
Creating innovations that scale across borders - MIT Wed, 19 Aug 2026 17:15:00 GMT
A new book coauthored by Professor Amos Winter asserts that, to solve major challenges and deliver products of value to consumers in both developed and emerging markets, innovators must think and act globally.
 
Coders Say They Already Found Workarounds to Claude’s Invisible Watermarks - Wired Wed, 19 Aug 2026 16:44:07 GMT
Anthropic announced last week it would include invisible watermarks in AI-generated content to comply with new EU rules. Within hours, overrides were being touted online.
 
Google Pixel Watch 5 Review: More Health, More AI - Wired Wed, 19 Aug 2026 16:34:24 GMT
With smarter gym tracking, new health alerts, and offline Gemini, the Pixel Watch 5 fine-tunes a winning formula—for a price.
 
Google Pixel 11 Pro and Pixel 11 Pro XL Review: Smart Software, Small Upgrade - Wired Wed, 19 Aug 2026 16:00:00 GMT
Google’s new voice typing is pure magic, but subpar gaming performance and a useless rear LED keep these flagships from true greatness.
 
Flipping the script on biology education, and scaling it up - MIT Wed, 19 Aug 2026 15:20:00 GMT
Using a modular kit, the MIT Edgerton Center is bringing a hands-on biology curriculum to Massachusetts’ second-largest school district.
 
Why Is It Absolute Hell to Buy a Movie Ticket Now? - Wired Wed, 19 Aug 2026 14:33:04 GMT
Overwhelmed theater apps and a scarcity mindset around exclusive big-screen formats for blockbusters like Dune: Part Three and The Odyssey have led to the “concertification” of movies.
 
The Best Digital Wall Calendar (2026): Skylight, Everblog, Apolosign - Wired Wed, 19 Aug 2026 11:31:00 GMT
What originally looked like clutter turned out to be my new favorite gadget for organizing my family’s life.
 
Securing wireless communication in next-generation devices - MIT Wed, 19 Aug 2026 09:00:00 GMT
A new, scalable technique could enable powerful radars and sensors based on quantum technology that works at room temperature.
 
Startup brings ancient Roman concrete technology to modern construction - MIT Wed, 19 Aug 2026 04:00:00 GMT
Dmat is commercializing findings from the lab of Associate Professor Admir Masic to make concrete longer-lasting and more sustainable.
 
Cell-preservation technique could make CAR-T cell therapy more accessible - MIT Wed, 19 Aug 2026 04:00:00 GMT
MIT researchers’ approach, which uses naturally occurring sugars as antifreeze, could make it easier for hospitals to deploy this type of cancer treatment.
 
When AI art has no author: Study finds generated images often can’t be traced to training data - MIT Tue, 18 Aug 2026 16:35:00 GMT
A new method for surgically removing training examples from a model reveals that as datasets grow, the link between what a model learns and what it produces dissolves.
 
Anthea Coster awarded International Union of Radio Science Appleton Prize - MIT Tue, 18 Aug 2026 15:35:00 GMT
The MIT Haystack Observatory principal research scientist is honored for lifetime contributions to ionospheric research.
 
How 35 percent of US employees are left on the margins - MIT Tue, 18 Aug 2026 04:00:00 GMT
In a new book, Paul Osterman details his research finding more than one-third of the country’s workers are “disposable,” with little security or chance of job advancement.
 
DNA shaper steers nervous system development - MIT Mon, 17 Aug 2026 20:20:00 GMT
A study of worms finds a protein that helps shape the structure of the genome is critical for establishing the identity of some neurons.
 
Q&A: Rethinking how innovation happens - MIT Mon, 17 Aug 2026 19:50:00 GMT
In his latest book, Professor Eugene Fitzgerald examines the forces that turn breakthroughs into value — and why innovation resists simple formulas.
 
Mathematical framework connects biological principles to manufacturable, adaptive materials - MIT Mon, 17 Aug 2026 18:30:00 GMT
The new framework could streamline the design process of robotic grippers or aerospace components that exhibit complex behaviors found in nature.
 
MIT engineers connect bacteria to create living transistors - MIT Mon, 17 Aug 2026 18:00:00 GMT
By wiring together colonies of these bacteria, the researchers built circuits that can perform complicated calculations.
 
I Used This Phone Add-On to Find Hidden Cameras, Leaks and More in My Home - CNET Mon, 17 Aug 2026 10:00:00 GMT
A single phone attachment changed the way I see my home, and it could help you on vacation, too.
 
Flexible brain circuits can switch between different tasks - MIT Mon, 17 Aug 2026 09:00:00 GMT
Neuroscientists have discovered circuits in the prefrontal cortex that can be repurposed to store different types of information.
 
Professor Emeritus Chiang Chung Mei, pioneering scholar of ocean wave dynamics and fluid mechanics, dies at 91 - MIT Fri, 14 Aug 2026 20:55:00 GMT
A towering figure in theoretical hydrodynamics is remembered for his intellectual rigor, generosity, and lifelong devotion to his students.
 
Drug that targets an inflammatory enzyme could help prevent lung cancer - MIT Fri, 14 Aug 2026 18:00:00 GMT
A new study by MIT researchers shows that inhibiting caspase-1 can reduce the risk of tumor growth.
 
Cells pulse together as they grow — and malignant cells pulse the longest - MIT Fri, 14 Aug 2026 15:00:00 GMT
MIT researchers discovered a cellular dance that may offer clues to the development of cancer, asthma, and other diseases.
 
High-speed microscopy reveals electrical activity across the brain - MIT Fri, 14 Aug 2026 09:00:00 GMT
The new technique could help scientists learn how the entire brain works to generate decisions and emotions.
 
Researchers uncover hidden pore network within nuclear fuel - MIT Thu, 13 Aug 2026 04:00:00 GMT
New understanding of how nuclear fuel breaks down and changes in an operating nuclear reactor could help keep some reactors running longer, will inform the next generation of nuclear reactor fuel systems.
 
Featured video: An “MIT story” about an iconic professor - MIT Wed, 12 Aug 2026 20:25:00 GMT
A new short film from MIT Open Learning explores the influential career of Institute Professor and School of Engineering Dean Paula Hammond.
 
MIT selected to lead new NSF materials research center - MIT Wed, 12 Aug 2026 20:15:00 GMT
The Materials Research Science and Engineering Center unites researchers across disciplines to develop technologies for medical imaging, sustainable metals production, and next-generation electronics.
 
Astronomers discover a brand-new type of astrophysical object: A black hole star - MIT Wed, 12 Aug 2026 15:00:00 GMT
The mashup of a black hole and an enormous star has never been seen before and could explain the mysterious little red dots often found in deep-space images.
 
Met Warehouse opens as the new home of MIT’s School of Architecture and Planning - MIT Wed, 12 Aug 2026 10:00:00 GMT
In a feat of adaptive reuse, a massive, century-old brick storage facility has been turned into a contemporary hub for collaboration and creative work.
 
How to design a space habitat that supports its residents’ mental health - MIT Wed, 12 Aug 2026 09:00:00 GMT
A new online platform helps engineers look beyond survival mode when designing habitats for extreme living conditions.
 
Stressed Parents Mean More Screen Time for Kids, Study Finds. That’s Trouble for Back-to-School Season - CNET Tue, 11 Aug 2026 19:50:30 GMT
Experts say some screen time is OK, with boundaries.
 
3 Questions: MIT Sloan launches Evening MBA - MIT Tue, 11 Aug 2026 17:40:00 GMT
Dean Richard Locke discusses a new program that expands access for working professionals while deepening connections to Greater Boston’s innovation economy.
 
The mystery of the Chinese tea chest label - MIT Tue, 11 Aug 2026 16:30:00 GMT
MIT historian Tristan Brown uncovers the true origins of an artifact once thought to be a relic of the Boston Tea Party.
 
With a feel for physics, AI models simulate a wider range of real-world scenarios - MIT Mon, 10 Aug 2026 19:25:00 GMT
“GeoPT” helps AI models understand the basics of physics so they can simulate how objects respond to things like wind and water more efficiently and accurately.
 
High-orbit satellites could light the way for travel to the moon - MIT Mon, 10 Aug 2026 18:10:00 GMT
Acting as cooperative optical beacons, the satellites could provide GPS-like navigation and communications support for spacecraft operating across cislunar space.
 
MIT researchers tackle the economic realities of fusion power - MIT Mon, 10 Aug 2026 04:00:00 GMT
Their new study aims to give budding industry a framework for understanding how fusion can be profitable.
 
Physicists watch a material’s electrons assemble, and reassemble, into coexisting phases - MIT Fri, 07 Aug 2026 09:00:00 GMT
The study could help scientists understand how superconductivity and other more complex phenomena emerge in quantum materials.
 
Akirah Bradley-Armstrong named vice chancellor for student life - MIT Thu, 06 Aug 2026 20:55:00 GMT
An experienced student affairs leader is joining MIT to oversee the next chapter for the Division of Student Life.
 
A new way to watch heat move through electronics - MIT Thu, 06 Aug 2026 04:00:00 GMT
MIT researchers can now precisely measure how heat moves through multilayered materials like computer chips.
 
An Abandoned SpaceX Rocket Crashed Into the Moon. Here’s What It Looks Like Now - CNET Wed, 05 Aug 2026 18:28:52 GMT
The rocket drifted in space for over a year before finally plummeting to the moon’s surface.
 
Researchers make air-stable, ultrathin superconductors, for more scalable quantum devices - MIT Wed, 05 Aug 2026 15:00:00 GMT
A new technique produces wafer-scale samples, overcoming a major roadblock to using these materials in quantum technologies.
 
Scientists unveil more than 600 new tissue models of human cancer - MIT Wed, 05 Aug 2026 15:00:00 GMT
Derived from patient tumor samples and available to researchers around the world, the cells will aid the development of new cancer treatments.
 
These 3D-printed objects can tell you if they’re being used properly - MIT Wed, 05 Aug 2026 04:00:00 GMT
The “ShiftLens” design and fabrication system creates objects that change their surface appearance based on user interactions, without any electronics.
 
Past is prologue for geopolitical developments - MIT Tue, 04 Aug 2026 20:25:00 GMT
DUSP Associate Professor Jason Jackson’s latest book compares how two countries chose radically different paths to economic independence.
 
Reframing leadership as a design problem - MIT Tue, 04 Aug 2026 20:00:00 GMT
Nicholas de Monchaux reflects on guiding the MIT Department of Architecture through a period of dramatic change for the profession.
 
The benefits of medical AI assistance vary based on user expertise - MIT Tue, 04 Aug 2026 09:00:00 GMT
Study finds non-experts deferred to LLM-based diagnostic assistance, even when it was wrong, while clinicians caught AI errors.
 
Alexander Rakhlin named director of the MIT Statistics and Data Science Center - MIT Mon, 03 Aug 2026 19:50:00 GMT
An expert in machine learning, statistics, and computation, Rakhlin succeeds Professor Ankur Moitra.
 
Connecting students with the future of microelectronics - MIT Mon, 03 Aug 2026 17:30:00 GMT
The 2026 NEMC Hub-sponsored externship gave students access to world-class research, advanced semiconductor manufacturing, and professionals driving innovation across the Northeast.
 
Turning molecules into reliable electronic devices - MIT Mon, 03 Aug 2026 09:00:00 GMT
A new fabrication platform integrates molecules into electronic devices, opening the door to emerging computing technologies.
 
Using reason, again and again - MIT Sun, 02 Aug 2026 04:00:00 GMT
Philosopher Brian Hedden studies decision-making over time — and recently chose to return to alma mater MIT, where he is now connecting ethics and computing.
 
Building energy security through more sustainable batteries - MIT Fri, 31 Jul 2026 04:00:00 GMT
PhD student Hugh Smith works to develop sodium-ion batteries, whose components are more abundant and accessible than those of conventional lithium-ion technology.
 
D&D Rolls a Natural 20 on Nerd Collabs, Announcing World of Warcraft and Star Wars Sets - CNET Fri, 31 Jul 2026 03:01:47 GMT
Dice rolls are headed to Azeroth and a galaxy far, far away — starting this year.
 
Daniela Rus receives Bavarian Minister-President's High-Tech Prize - MIT Thu, 30 Jul 2026 21:00:00 GMT
Director of CSAIL and MIT professor honored for her contributions to robotics, artificial intelligence, and autonomous systems.
 
Can AI Actually Tell if a Student Cheated With AI? I Tested All the Detectors to Find Out - CNET Thu, 30 Jul 2026 17:28:52 GMT
Can AI judge human work from robot slop, or is every AI-detection tool out there completely worthless?
 
Why some nitrogen-processing enzymes are more efficient than others - MIT Thu, 30 Jul 2026 15:00:00 GMT
New findings could help researchers design synthetic catalysts that convert nitrogen gas to ammonia, a key step in fertilizer production.
 
Yu Deng ’11 and Hong Wang PhD ’19 awarded Fields Medal - MIT Tue, 28 Jul 2026 18:00:00 GMT
MIT-trained mathematicians earn the honor, one of the most prestigious in the field, for their significant achievements.
 
Enable This Feature and Your iPhone Will Reprimand You if Your Lens Is Dirty - CNET Mon, 01 Sep 2025 11:00:06 GMT
Your iPhone’s not angry when your lens is dirty, it’s just disappointed.
 
Eliminate Spam Calls With This iPhone Trick - CNET Tue, 05 Aug 2025 10:00:03 GMT
Spam calls, who needs them?