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An interview with Intel's leadership, including CTO Pushkar Ranade, on AI chip demand, lessons from 10nm, whether Intel can catch up to TSMC, Terafab, and more (Dwarkesh Patel/Dwarkesh Podcast) - Techmeme Fri, 23 Oct 2026 11:45:14 GMT

Dwarkesh Patel / Dwarkesh Podcast:
An interview with Intel's leadership, including CTO Pushkar Ranade, on AI chip demand, lessons from 10nm, whether Intel can catch up to TSMC, Terafab, and more — What I learned from touring Intel's most advanced fab and talking to its leadership. — I spent two days touring Intel's …

 
Think the iPhone Duo is expensive? Wait until you see how much Apple charges to repair it - TechSpot Fri, 23 Oct 2026 11:37:00 GMT

Apple's first-ever foldable phone, the iPhone Duo, launches today. With a price ranging from $1,999 to $3,199, it's Cupertino's most expensive phone to date, but buying one without AppleCare could prove even more costly.

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Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 Review: The Littlest Smartphone That Could - Wired Fri, 23 Oct 2026 11:30:00 GMT
Samsung’s cute compact is for those who want the smallest possible phone. Performance and camera are solid, but it’s pricier than its predecessor.
 
Canva launches Craft, its first AI image generator, available to free users - TechSpot Fri, 23 Oct 2026 11:14:00 GMT
Canva has launched Craft, its first in-house AI image generation model, available to free and paid users. Unlike conventional image generators, Craft plans the composition before rendering, aiming to improve text accuracy and object placement. It supports 2K resolution, more than 30 aspect ratios, and text generation in 55 languages.
 
Split Tunneling Is Your VPN’s Best Feature. Here’s How to Make the Most of It - Wired Fri, 23 Oct 2026 11:00:00 GMT
This feature common to VPN services gives you protection and privacy specifically when and where you need it.
 
iOS 27 Cheat Sheet: Quickly Become an Expert on the New iPhone Update - CNET Fri, 23 Oct 2026 11:00:00 GMT
From new features to updates, here’s everything you should know about iOS 27.
 
Turtle Beach Vulcan II XP Review: Clicky Compromise - Wired Fri, 23 Oct 2026 10:45:00 GMT
Great for typing and fine for gaming, but too many compromises keep this mechanical keyboard from leveling up your play.
 
Sources: Anthropic and London-based PE firm Hg agree to launch a consultancy by the end of 2026 to embed AI consultants and engineers into European businesses (Financial Times) - Techmeme Fri, 23 Oct 2026 10:40:01 GMT

Financial Times:
Sources: Anthropic and London-based PE firm Hg agree to launch a consultancy by the end of 2026 to embed AI consultants and engineers into European businesses — New company backed by Anthropic and UK buyout group Hg will advise companies on how to deploy AI
 
TDM Neo Hybrid Headphones Review: Two-in-One Woes - Wired Fri, 23 Oct 2026 10:30:00 GMT
CES 2026 loved these innovative headphones that transform into a Bluetooth speaker. After living with them, I’m impressed by the engineering, but less impressed by the sound.
 
Microsoft is telling Xbox owners to trade in their consoles, less than a year after raising prices - TechSpot Fri, 23 Oct 2026 10:16:00 GMT

X user Nintendeal posted an email they received from Microsoft. "Haven't played on your console in a while? If you've moved on to XBOX on PC or another way to play XBOX games, it may be time to trade in your console to Best Buy for up to $375 back,"...

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A Dating App Is Offering ‘Chivalry Mode’ and ‘Marriage Timeline’ to Get Gen Z Married - Wired Fri, 23 Oct 2026 10:15:00 GMT
Upward, a newly relaunched Christian app, is pitching trad values to a generation that barely even dates.
 
What Type of Mattress Is Right for You? (2026) - Wired Fri, 23 Oct 2026 10:08:00 GMT
Here’s how to pick the best mattress for your sleep needs, straight from a professional mattress tester.
 
Beyond the Review: Inside the Onyx RCR 80V - CNET Fri, 23 Oct 2026 10:00:00 GMT
The Onyx RCR 80V can hit motorcycle speeds, but after hundreds of miles in the saddle, I found there’s a lot more to this compact electric machine than going fast.
 
Oura sues Ultrahuman (again) to block its latest smart ring from the US market - Engadget Fri, 23 Oct 2026 09:59:15 GMT
Oura has sued Ultrahuman again in a Texas federal court over its latest product, the Ring Pro.
 
Greece's parliament passes a bill to ban social media platforms for children under 15 from 2027 and gives companies two months to verify users' ages (Angeliki Koutantou/Reuters) - Techmeme Fri, 23 Oct 2026 09:50:07 GMT

Angeliki Koutantou / Reuters:
Greece's parliament passes a bill to ban social media platforms for children under 15 from 2027 and gives companies two months to verify users' ages — Greece's parliament approved a bill on Friday that bans the use of social media platforms for children under 15 amid growing concerns …

 
Anthropic says it partnered with Theorem to use Claude to formally prove security properties at the assembly level across 100+ real-world open-source libraries (Anthropic) - Techmeme Fri, 23 Oct 2026 09:15:03 GMT

Anthropic:
Anthropic says it partnered with Theorem to use Claude to formally prove security properties at the assembly level across 100+ real-world open-source libraries — Introduction — Even mature, heavily tested software contains bugs, and LLMs are increasingly adept at finding them.
 
8 Things to Know About the iPhone Duo - Wired Fri, 23 Oct 2026 09:15:00 GMT
Did you manage to score Apple’s first folding phone on launch day? Are you still mulling it over? Here are a few things to keep in mind.
 
Best Dyson Week Deals (2026): Dyson V15 Detect, Dyson Airwrap - Wired Fri, 23 Oct 2026 09:07:00 GMT
Dyson’s sale event is happening now, and you can save up to $300 on vacuums, hair tools, and more.
 
A startup called Warhound is genetically engineering dogs for the military - Engadget Fri, 23 Oct 2026 09:01:01 GMT
Warhound is genetically engineering dogs for the military, law enforcement and first responder operations.
 
The ‘Exotic Physics’ Behind a Mysterious 1,000-Mile Cloud on Mars - Wired Fri, 23 Oct 2026 09:00:00 GMT
The cloud has baffled astronomers since its discovery in 2018. Now, a new study offers a possible cause for its appearance.
 
DOOM Ported to a $30 Clamp Meter - Hack a Day Fri, 23 Oct 2026 08:00:17 GMT
DOOM. Boil it, mash it, stick it in a stew, it’s the game that runs on anything and everything. Now, the classic shooter is running on a rather unlikely target—a …read more
 
Valve publicly mentions HLX, which might be Half-Life 3, for the first time - TechSpot Fri, 23 Oct 2026 06:03:00 GMT

Valve hasn't offered substantial details about a new Half-Life project since launching Half-Life: Alyx in 2020, but a quick name-drop has revived debate over whether Half-Life 3 is in advanced development. Code recently added to Deadlock and other Valve games also sheds more light on the game's features, if it indeed exists.

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SK Telecom unit SK Hyper is in talks with tech firms and investors to finance 15GW of data center capacity in South Korea by 2035; the first 5GW will cost $350B (Bloomberg) - Techmeme Fri, 23 Oct 2026 06:00:56 GMT

Bloomberg:
SK Telecom unit SK Hyper is in talks with tech firms and investors to finance 15GW of data center capacity in South Korea by 2035; the first 5GW will cost $350B — SK Hyper Co. is in talks with big tech firms and financial investors to secure funding for an envisioned $350 billion data center buildout …

 
Oura sues Indian smart ring rival Ultrahuman again to block US sales of Ring Pro, months after a redesign helped Ultrahuman return following an import ban (Jagmeet Singh/TechCrunch) - Techmeme Fri, 23 Oct 2026 05:01:04 GMT

Jagmeet Singh / TechCrunch:
Oura sues Indian smart ring rival Ultrahuman again to block US sales of Ring Pro, months after a redesign helped Ultrahuman return following an import ban — Smart ring maker Oura has sued Indian rival Ultrahuman again, seeking to block U.S. sales of its Ring Pro (pictured above) …

 
Restoring a Soviet ES-4001 Mainframe Control Panel - Hack a Day Fri, 23 Oct 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Recently the [Chornobyl Family] got their hands on an ES-4001 control panel for a 1970s-era Soviet mainframe, with the intention to restore it to full working order. Not just because …read more
 
Chinese state media: DeepSeek and MiniMax completed registration and won approval to open-source and deploy AI models overseas under proposed export controls (Bloomberg) - Techmeme Fri, 23 Oct 2026 04:50:55 GMT

Bloomberg:
Chinese state media: DeepSeek and MiniMax completed registration and won approval to open-source and deploy AI models overseas under proposed export controls — DeepSeek and MiniMax Group Inc. have won approval to deploy models overseas, part of a wave of homegrown AI technologies that Beijing …

 
SK Hynix says its SSD subsidiary Solidigm has halted a review of a potential US IPO to fund a new US chip fab, citing "market conditions and share price trends" (P.R. Venkat/Wall Street Journal) - Techmeme Fri, 23 Oct 2026 04:40:02 GMT

P.R. Venkat / Wall Street Journal:
SK Hynix says its SSD subsidiary Solidigm has halted a review of a potential US IPO to fund a new US chip fab, citing “market conditions and share price trends” — SK Hynix's shares fell as much as 4.2% in early trade in Seoul — SK Hynix halted plans to list its memory-chip unit in the U.S. …

 
Persistence, teamwork, and some healthy competition - MIT Fri, 23 Oct 2026 04:00:00 GMT
Senior Veronica Calzadilla Sosa has taken the long route toward her MIT degree and found a supportive community along the way.
 
Q&A: How AI came to model the “messy” human mind - MIT Fri, 23 Oct 2026 04:00:00 GMT
Assistant Professor Benjamin Lindquist studies how engineers deliberately injected randomness into early AI, giving rise to deep-learning models that sometimes hallucinate.
 
Capcom Data Breach Results In Unauthorised Access To More Than 11.7 Million 'CAPCOM ID' Accounts - Nintendo Life - Google Fri, 23 Oct 2026 03:55:00 GMT
  1. Capcom Data Breach Results In Unauthorised Access To More Than 11.7 Million 'CAPCOM ID' Accounts Nintendo Life
  2. Capcom Suffers a Breach Affecting 11.7 Million Accounts PCMag
  3. Capcom reports large-scale data breach affecting approximately 11.77 million "Capcom ID" accounts. No credit card information compromised AUTOMATON
  4. Resident Evil Developer Capcom Issues Phishing Warning After Data Breach Hits Over 11 Million Customer Accounts IGN
  5. Capcom affected by data breach, over 11.7m Capcom ID accounts compromised GamesIndustry.biz
 
Greg Joswiak talks iPhone Duo in-store availability and demand ahead of launch - 9to5Mac - Google Fri, 23 Oct 2026 03:15:00 GMT
  1. Greg Joswiak talks iPhone Duo in-store availability and demand ahead of launch 9to5Mac
  2. Apple’s Foldable iPhone Duo Is the Most Exciting Phone in Years. And It Lives Up to the Hype. | Reviews by Wirecutter The New York Times
  3. Apple’s iPhone Duo Ushers in a New Era for Smartphones Bloomberg.com
  4. One Tech Tip: As Apple’s Duo phone is released, here are dos and don’ts for folding phones AP News
  5. No, the iPhone Duo isn’t a small phone The Verge
 
A Typography Geek Pointed Out Something About The Space Shuttle Discovery And Now I Can't Unsee It - The Autopian - Google Fri, 23 Oct 2026 03:11:14 GMT
A Typography Geek Pointed Out Something About The Space Shuttle Discovery And Now I Can't Unsee It The Autopian
 
OpenAI suspected the three fired researchers of leaking internal model designs to AI safety researcher Ryan Greenblatt, including via disappearing Signal chats (Wall Street Journal) - Techmeme Fri, 23 Oct 2026 02:50:50 GMT

Wall Street Journal:
OpenAI suspected the three fired researchers of leaking internal model designs to AI safety researcher Ryan Greenblatt, including via disappearing Signal chats — The company fired three safety researchers for mishandling sensitive information. They had been fighting to keep the workings …

 
You Should Enable This Chrome Feature That Flags Suspicious Websites - Lifehacker - Google Fri, 23 Oct 2026 02:14:22 GMT
  1. You Should Enable This Chrome Feature That Flags Suspicious Websites Lifehacker
  2. Our latest defenses against evolving web scams blog.google
  3. Google Chrome’s new HTTPS warning rolls out today. The Verge
  4. Google Chrome Adds ClickFix Warnings to Stop Users From Running Malicious Commands The Hacker News
  5. Google Chrome Will Notify You If You’re on a Scam Website CNET
 
Sony's abandonment of physical media might be coming for 4K Blu-ray players next - A.V. Club - Google Fri, 23 Oct 2026 02:14:00 GMT
  1. Sony's abandonment of physical media might be coming for 4K Blu-ray players next A.V. Club
  2. Sony reportedly exits UHD Blu-ray player market FlatpanelsHD
  3. Not Just Game Discs: Sony’s Killing Its Blu-Ray Players, Too Gizmodo
  4. Sony Japan marks last standalone 4K Blu-ray player as ‘Discontinued’ — PlayStation 5 now the only Blu-ray player left in Sony’s lineup Tom's Hardware
  5. Sony could be burying 4K Blu-ray for good as rumours swirl about its last dedicated player What Hi-Fi?
 
NASA Batteries Survive Extreme Cold and Heat - Hack a Day Fri, 23 Oct 2026 02:00:05 GMT
One of the major limits of mass-produced batteries is the electrolyte. From lead-acid to lithium ion, there’s some temperature where the electrolyte will freeze and cause all sorts of problems, …read more
 
Spotify confirms it is rolling out a new family plan verification method requiring members to scan QR codes on plan managers' phones within seven days of notice (Sarah Perez/TechCrunch) - Techmeme Fri, 23 Oct 2026 01:50:47 GMT

Sarah Perez / TechCrunch:
Spotify confirms it is rolling out a new family plan verification method requiring members to scan QR codes on plan managers' phones within seven days of notice — Spotify confirmed the reports of its crackdown on Family Plan sharing during its third-quarter call with investors …

 
Nintendo Expands Switch Online's Game Boy Library With Three More Titles - Nintendo Life - Google Fri, 23 Oct 2026 01:25:00 GMT
  1. Nintendo Expands Switch Online's Game Boy Library With Three More Titles Nintendo Life
  2. Nintendo Switch Online adds 3 Game Boy games in October 2026 update Nintendo Everything
  3. "Mogura~nya," "Pinball: 66 Alligators on the March," and "Phantasm" have been added to "Game Boy Nintendo Classics"! Saiga NAK
  4. Avenging Spirit, Mole Mania, And Revenger Of The Gator Announced For Nintendo Classics NintendoSoup
  5. Three Original Game Boy Games To Be Added To Nintendo Classics Library Nintendo World Report
 
WhatsApp starts testing long-awaited scheduled messages on iPhone - 9to5Mac - Google Fri, 23 Oct 2026 01:22:00 GMT
  1. WhatsApp starts testing long-awaited scheduled messages on iPhone 9to5Mac
  2. WhatsApp expands its testing of scheduled messages to iOS - GSMArena.com news GSMArena.com
  3. WhatsApp scheduled messages arrive on iPhone: How to schedule chats and manage them Firstpost
  4. WhatsApp Finally Lets iPhone Users Schedule Messages in Latest Beta iPhone in Canada
  5. WhatsApp’s long-awaited scheduling feature is finally being tested on iPhones Digital Trends
 
US Treasury proposes rules tightening restrictions on US investments in areas including AI and supercomputing in China, Russia, and other "countries of concern" (Associated Press) - Techmeme Fri, 23 Oct 2026 01:10:01 GMT

Associated Press:
US Treasury proposes rules tightening restrictions on US investments in areas including AI and supercomputing in China, Russia, and other “countries of concern” — The U.S. Treasury Department proposed a rule Thursday to crack down on American high-tech investments such as supercomputing …

 
Microsoft Announces Per-Hour Cost for Xbox Cloud Gaming Service - Gizmodo - Google Fri, 23 Oct 2026 00:46:37 GMT
  1. Microsoft Announces Per-Hour Cost for Xbox Cloud Gaming Service Gizmodo
  2. Cloud Playtime Now Available to Test with XBOX Insiders XBOX Wire
  3. Hear me out: Xbox’s new Cloud Playtime streaming charges are reasonable PCWorld
  4. Xbox Is Previewing Paid Cloud Gaming For Players Without Game Pass Engadget
  5. Xbox wants you to pay 24 to 40 cents per hour to stream games you already bought Ars Technica
 
Left alone with nothing to do, AI agents started playing - TechCrunch - Google Fri, 23 Oct 2026 00:45:37 GMT
  1. Left alone with nothing to do, AI agents started playing TechCrunch
  2. AI researchers stranded Claude on a virtual desert island. It started to “play.” MIT Technology Review
  3. MIT researchers stranded an AI agent on a desert island. What happened could change how robots are trained Fast Company
  4. Strand AI on a desert island, and it starts playing and inventing games Tech Xplore
  5. Trapped With Nothing to Do, Bored AI Agents Invented Games From Scratch ExtremeTech
 
An interview with Ondřej Surý, a volunteer who maintains PHP and automates its patches, about his role in fixing two critical PHP security vulnerabilities (Charlie Warzel/The Atlantic) - Techmeme Fri, 23 Oct 2026 00:30:02 GMT

Charlie Warzel / The Atlantic:
An interview with Ondřej Surý, a volunteer who maintains PHP and automates its patches, about his role in fixing two critical PHP security vulnerabilities — On Tuesday, the world found out about two massive security vulnerabilities in PHP, a programming language that is used by roughly 70 percent of websites.
 
German energy company PreussenElektra says it is working with Nvidia to assess whether the country's idle nuclear plants could be turned into data centers (Eva Brendel/Bloomberg) - Techmeme Fri, 23 Oct 2026 00:15:02 GMT

Eva Brendel / Bloomberg:
German energy company PreussenElektra says it is working with Nvidia to assess whether the country's idle nuclear plants could be turned into data centers — Germany's idle nuclear plants could find a new life as data centers, with operators looking for ways to redevelop the sites while dismantling of the reactors continues.
 
GTA 6 Standard Edition vs. Ultimate Edition: Which Version Is the Better Deal? - PCMag - Google Thu, 22 Oct 2026 23:50:34 GMT
  1. GTA 6 Standard Edition vs. Ultimate Edition: Which Version Is the Better Deal? PCMag
  2. GTA 6 Trailer Features 'Dacity' Meme Coin—Here's What Traders Think It'll Do Yahoo Finance
  3. GTA 6 Preorders Are Up to $11 Off If You Follow These 3 Simple Steps (Today Only) IGN
  4. GTA 6 Platform Poll: 36% of DF Viewers to Play on PS5 Pro After 30,000 Votes Digital Foundry
 
A New Bird-Recognizing Feeder Under $100 Launches for Beginner Bird-Watchers - CNET Thu, 22 Oct 2026 23:34:44 GMT
Birdbuddy’s latest feeders offer free AI bird-species detection at the lowest prices ever. Here’s what you get.
 
Will Meta’s $25 Billion Court Loss Change Its Ways? (Spoiler: Probably Not) - CNET Thu, 22 Oct 2026 23:15:36 GMT
A series of judgments and settlements don’t seem to be slowing Meta’s provocative privacy practices.
 
Palmer Luckey Made a Genetically Modified Military Dog Startup - Wired Thu, 22 Oct 2026 23:15:00 GMT
Warhound came out of stealth on Wednesday with $200 million in funding and a mission to create “elite working dogs” equipped with "advanced body armor."
 
a16z rebrands a16z Crypto as a16z Frontier and expands the fund's scope to back startups developing AI, robotics, and other emerging technologies (Camila Grigera Naón/Fortune) - Techmeme Thu, 22 Oct 2026 23:05:43 GMT

Camila Grigera Naón / Fortune:
a16z rebrands a16z Crypto as a16z Frontier and expands the fund's scope to back startups developing AI, robotics, and other emerging technologies — In 2018, Andreessen Horowitz made a splash in the venture capital world by launching a spin-off dedicated to digital assets called a16z Crypto.
 
Car’s Camera Footage Backed up to NAS - Hack a Day Thu, 22 Oct 2026 23:00:13 GMT
For as many sensors, cameras, and computers as there are on modern cars, they ought to be a dream to poke around in and customize to one’s liking. Unfortunately they’re …read more
 
The next-gen Xbox won’t cost you $1,800. It can’t. Can it? - The Verge - Google Thu, 22 Oct 2026 23:00:00 GMT
  1. The next-gen Xbox won’t cost you $1,800. It can’t. Can it? The Verge
  2. Xbox Helix Console Reportedly Headed for Holiday 2028 at $1,200 to $1,800 TechPowerUp
  3. Windows and Xbox teams reportedly clashed over OS experience for gaming, as next-gen Xbox Helix console slips into 2028 Windows Central
  4. Microsoft reportedly projects $1,200 to $1,800 price for 2028 Project Helix Ars Technica
  5. Ex-Blizzard boss says an $1,800 Xbox "will never sell" and current-gen is "fine for 99%" of people Yahoo Tech
 
Hugging Face Announces AI Model to ‘Chat’ With DNA - CNET Thu, 22 Oct 2026 22:44:42 GMT
Carbon-X can analyze DNA sequences while running on your laptop at home.
 
Super Smash Bros. creator thinks AI will make a lot of games, most won't make money - TechSpot Thu, 22 Oct 2026 22:40:00 GMT

In a recent interview with Japanese website Denfaminicogamer, Sakurai shared his well-informed opinions on how generative AI is going to impact the video game business. Developing new game "products" is becoming easier than ever, he said, but turning AI-generated slop into a profitable venture will take a lot more than...

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Sources: OpenAI has cut its valuation target to $1.25T, down from the $1.4T valuation it pitched earlier this month, after facing resistance from some investors (Financial Times) - Techmeme Thu, 22 Oct 2026 22:35:33 GMT

Financial Times:
Sources: OpenAI has cut its valuation target to $1.25T, down from the $1.4T valuation it pitched earlier this month, after facing resistance from some investors — AI lab floated $1.4tn price tag earlier this month, according to documents seen by the FT — OpenAI has cut its valuation target …

 
What to Know About Shamonda Virus Following the First Reported Human Infection - Wired Thu, 22 Oct 2026 22:26:57 GMT
Although the case is considered exceptional, investigators are working to determine how the infection occurred and whether the pathogen played a role in the patient’s death.
 
Switch 2 security takes a hit as hackers unlock homebrew access - Ars Technica - Google Thu, 22 Oct 2026 22:25:33 GMT
  1. Switch 2 security takes a hit as hackers unlock homebrew access Ars Technica
  2. Nintendo Switch 2 Gets Its First Software-Only Jailbreak, With Help From OpenAI Codex TechPowerUp
  3. Nintendo Switch 2 Jailbreak Surfaces Online and Allows Mario Kart World Mods VICE
  4. Nintendo Switch 2 Defenses Shattered By First Jailbreak Without A Modchip HotHardware
  5. SmileBASIC 4 being delisted due to Switch 2 jailbreak entry point discovery GoNintendo
 
Switch 2 security takes a hit as hackers unlock homebrew access - ArsTechnica Thu, 22 Oct 2026 22:25:33 GMT
"Userland" exploit relies on integer overflow found in "SmileBasic" interpreter.
 
Moderna and Merck say their mRNA cancer vaccine cut death, recurrence by 42% - ArsTechnica Thu, 22 Oct 2026 22:12:19 GMT
Markers released top-line results today after previously reporting the trial succeeded.
 
Latest estimate for Starship launches required to support a Moon landing? 22. - ArsTechnica Thu, 22 Oct 2026 21:52:31 GMT
"We need to keep our eyes on numerous required fuelings for the lander."
 
Nintendo Switch 2 jailbreaking is here, with homebrew, modding, and reverse engineering - TechSpot Thu, 22 Oct 2026 21:38:00 GMT

The Nintendo Switch 2's first public jailbreak is now in the wild. Unfortunately, anyone who hasn't already bought the coding tool SmileBASIC 4 for the Switch is out of luck, as it has already disappeared from the Nintendo eShop.

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A Mass Effect 5 Trailer Featuring Liara Appears To Have Leaked Following BioWare's Closure - Game Informer - Google Thu, 22 Oct 2026 21:27:00 GMT
  1. A Mass Effect 5 Trailer Featuring Liara Appears To Have Leaked Following BioWare's Closure Game Informer
  2. Electronic Arts to Shed 400 Jobs, Shut Down BioWare to Cut Costs Bloomberg.com
  3. Leaked Mass Effect: Universe trailer gives a taste of what we’re all missing Ars Technica
  4. Next Mass Effect game cancelled as EA shuts down legendary sci-fi RPG studio BioWare Space
  5. Electronic Arts Laying Off 3% of Employees in Studios Restructuring: BioWare Shutting Down, Respawn and DICE to Team on ‘Star Wars: Battlefront 3’ Variety
 
1Password now lets AI agents sign in to websites without seeing your passwords - TechSpot Thu, 22 Oct 2026 21:25:00 GMT
1Password is expanding its AI integrations beyond Claude, allowing agents like ChatGPT Work, Dots, Meta Muse, and Grok Bot to securely sign in to websites on your behalf. 1Password for Agents feature requires user approval before filling in credentials, keeping passwords and authentication codes hidden from AI models.
 
Anthropic Introduces Claude Duet: A New Agentic AI App for Professionals - CNET Thu, 22 Oct 2026 21:19:09 GMT
It’s nothing we haven’t seen before, but it’s hyper specificity toward business owners and professionals.
 
Discord improves Markdown previews, server organization, and media sharing - TechSpot Thu, 22 Oct 2026 21:17:00 GMT
Discord's latest update brings some welcome quality-of-life improvements. Markdown files now display properly formatted previews, while a new "Move to..." option makes organizing servers and channels easier. Behind the scenes, a rewritten Rust engine promises better color accuracy and more reliable image and video sharing.
 
Comcast loses more customers, claims other ISPs' cheap prices are "irrational" - ArsTechnica Thu, 22 Oct 2026 21:07:09 GMT
Comcast plans job cuts and more AI agents for its shrinking cable customer base.
 
A new subscription service promises an evolving collection of 'bold and bizarre' indie games - Engadget Thu, 22 Oct 2026 20:57:17 GMT
Publisher Pantaloon says the Playbill won't feature games that use generative AI in any way.
 
This design software reimagines everyday objects as self-aware devices - MIT Thu, 22 Oct 2026 20:45:00 GMT
“X-Hinges” helps design and 3D print items like lamps and gloves with an interactive twist: automatically embedded sensors that perceive and adaptively respond to human contact.
 
FTC Imposter Scam Threatens to Unplug Your Phone Number - CNET Thu, 22 Oct 2026 20:30:20 GMT
Trust this genuine FTC warning. And maybe just don’t answer your phone.
 
MIT’s Kavanaugh Fellowship: From invention to impact - MIT Thu, 22 Oct 2026 20:20:00 GMT
The Kavanaugh Translational Fellows Program helps scholars turn promising research into successful businesses.
 
Spotify's Family plan QR code could cost you Premium access - Engadget Thu, 22 Oct 2026 20:19:19 GMT
Spotify is trying to make some Premium Family members prove they live at the same address.
 
Soon You Won’t Have to Do Dishes at an Airbnb (Unless You Really Want To) - CNET Thu, 22 Oct 2026 20:18:23 GMT
The lodging platform is updating its policies around what hosts can require of guests.
 
Disgraced eMudhra drops out of TLS business after using cert private key of 4 - ArsTechnica Thu, 22 Oct 2026 20:17:52 GMT
Flubbed key signing "ceremony" allowed minting of web credentials for any site.
 
This New Device ‘Bricks’ Your Phone When You Enter Your Bedroom - CNET Thu, 22 Oct 2026 20:15:10 GMT
If you struggle with doomscrolling when you should be sleeping, this new Brick could help.
 
The Google Home Speaker Has Been Secretly Eating My Wi-Fi Data - Wired Thu, 22 Oct 2026 20:05:51 GMT
My Google Home Speaker had been burning through more data than all the rest of my devices combined. As I looked into it further, I found other smart home devices that had the same problem.
 
Rhode Island sues Meta over its approach to scam ads - Engadget Thu, 22 Oct 2026 20:05:26 GMT
It's the first state to sue the social media company on these allegations.
 
An Open Source Linear Capacitive Encoder - Hack a Day Thu, 22 Oct 2026 20:00:48 GMT
If you’ve ever pulled apart a set of digital calipers, you’ve probably marvelled at the capacitive encoder that does all the measuring work. There’s nothing stopping you from using the …read more
 
Leaked Mass Effect: Universe trailer gives a taste of what we're all missing - ArsTechnica Thu, 22 Oct 2026 19:59:37 GMT
We can't have nice things, but at least we can get trailers for them.
 
The Social Society Helping Women Join the AI Boom - Wired Thu, 22 Oct 2026 19:56:32 GMT
WIRED spoke with the founders of the Aged Intelligence Society, a fast-growing events startup that brings women together to “solve midlife problems using frontier tools.”
 
The trailer for Mass Effect 5 has leaked and unfortunately it looks good - Engadget Thu, 22 Oct 2026 19:55:13 GMT
'Mass Effect: Universe' looks like it would have focused on a new protagonist and series favorite Liara T'Soni.
 
Christy Turlington says she ‘will never alter or augment’ her face; instead, she uses this science-backed skin care line - Page Six - Google Thu, 22 Oct 2026 19:47:00 GMT
Christy Turlington says she ‘will never alter or augment’ her face; instead, she uses this science-backed skin care line Page Six
 
Teenage Engineering launched an instrument amp with a ton of built-in effects - The Verge - Google Thu, 22 Oct 2026 19:44:51 GMT
  1. Teenage Engineering launched an instrument amp with a ton of built-in effects The Verge
  2. Teenage engineering EP–35 K.O. AMP portable guitar and mic amp Mixdown Magazine
  3. The EP-35 is a new multifunctional portable amplifier from Teenage Engineering Wallpaper*
  4. Teenage Engineering expands its K.O. range with the EP-35 AMP, EP-127 Pedal and more synth anatomy
  5. Teenage Engineering's EP-35 is a playful, portable amp and speaker for outdoor jams MusicRadar
 
Ink droplets in motion snag top prize in Nikon Small World contest - ArsTechnica Thu, 22 Oct 2026 19:34:40 GMT
Ole Bielfeldt of Germany captured a microscopic view of an inkjet printer depositing ink onto paper.
 
Gemini app expands Google Maps Personal Intelligence, replacing Deep Think - 9to5Google - Google Thu, 22 Oct 2026 19:28:00 GMT
  1. Gemini app expands Google Maps Personal Intelligence, replacing Deep Think 9to5Google
  2. Gemini’s Personal Intelligence is coming to cars Ars Technica
  3. Google’s more personalized Gemini AI is heading to your car The Verge
  4. Now You Can Chat With Gemini While Using Google Maps Through CarPlay Engadget
  5. Android Auto Just Got A Big New Update Drivers Should Know About BGR
 
1Password launches a way for AI agents to log in on your behalf without seeing your password - TechCrunch - Google Thu, 22 Oct 2026 19:07:09 GMT
  1. 1Password launches a way for AI agents to log in on your behalf without seeing your password TechCrunch
  2. 1Password will let Muse, Dots and Grok Bot sign in to sites for you without getting your credentials Engadget
  3. 1Password Surpasses $500 Million in Revenue as AI Agents Drive Growth WSJ
  4. 1Password lets AI agents use your passwords without seeing them The Verge
  5. 1Password for Agents Setup: 13 Steps, 70 Min [2026] tech-insider.org
 
Inside the Exclusive Nathan Fielder Interview - Wired Thu, 22 Oct 2026 19:06:37 GMT
This week on “Uncanny Valley,” we go behind the scenes of our Nathan Fielder cover story, unpack tech billionaires’ generous promises, and discuss the suspicious letters sent to US election offices.
 
Valve Employee Accidentally Mentions Half-Life 3 Codename For The First Time Ever - Kotaku - Google Thu, 22 Oct 2026 19:04:14 GMT
  1. Valve Employee Accidentally Mentions Half-Life 3 Codename For The First Time Ever Kotaku
  2. Valve Sparks New Half-Life 3 Hype with Official HLX Mention TechPowerUp
  3. Half-Life 3's Rumored Codename Accidentally Mentioned by Valve Developer IGN
  4. Rumored Half-Life 3 Title, HLX, Gets Mentioned by Valve Employee 80 Level
  5. A Valve Composer Just Said “HLX” Out Loud at a Conference, and His Co-Panelist Noticed The FPS Review
 
"Disillusioned" MAHA leader quits as Trump admin's food agenda spoils: Report - ArsTechnica Thu, 22 Oct 2026 19:04:06 GMT
The departure comes amid turmoil in Kennedy's Make America Healthy Again movement.
 
Electric or gas? BMW goes both ways with new 2027 X5 and iX5. - ArsTechnica Thu, 22 Oct 2026 19:01:23 GMT
460 kW charging and 450 miles of range are among the reasons the EV is the one to get.
 
2027 BMW iX5 first drive: You'll love the range, but maybe not the look - Engadget Thu, 22 Oct 2026 19:01:00 GMT
BMW's latest EV will do over 450 miles on a charge and even close its own doors.
 
Canva releases its first image generation model - TechCrunch - Google Thu, 22 Oct 2026 19:00:00 GMT
  1. Canva releases its first image generation model TechCrunch
  2. Canva’s first AI image model plans designs before generating them The Verge
  3. Canva’s AI transformation comes with a cost Rampart
  4. Artful dodge Capital Brief
  5. Canva Craft vs ChatGPT: Which Makes a Thumbnail You Can Actually Edit? Kingy AI
 
Daft Punk is getting an official Lego set - Engadget Thu, 22 Oct 2026 18:59:09 GMT
A fan-built model of the Alive tour pyramid got the green light to become a real product.
 
The Browser Company is officially killing Arc on December 22 - Engadget Thu, 22 Oct 2026 18:52:43 GMT
The organization is prioritizing an AI browser called Dia.
 
Your first look at the Galaxy S27 Ultra and Pro batteries is here, sort of - Android Authority - Google Thu, 22 Oct 2026 18:50:00 GMT
  1. Your first look at the Galaxy S27 Ultra and Pro batteries is here, sort of Android Authority
  2. Galaxy S27 Ultra and S27 Pro batteries appear on Safety Korea with photos Notebookcheck
  3. Samsung Galaxy S27 Release Date: Earlier Launch, New Ultra Design Forbes
  4. Exclusive: Galaxy S27, S27+ and S27 Ultra Screen Protector Images Show Expected Sizes SammyGuru
  5. Galaxy S27 Ultra: Samsung fans are still asking for the same upgrades we’ve wanted for years PhoneArena
 
Samsung all but confirms iPhone Duo is goosing Galaxy Z8 sales - Ars Technica - Google Thu, 22 Oct 2026 18:49:14 GMT
  1. Samsung all but confirms iPhone Duo is goosing Galaxy Z8 sales Ars Technica
  2. Samsung Continues to See Record Sales for Galaxy Z8 Series in Europe, with Galaxy Z Fold8 and Fold8 Ultra Up Almost 50% samsung.com
  3. Samsung's Galaxy Z Fold 8 sales may have grown even stronger after the iPhone Duo launch PhoneArena
  4. Foldables are about to get huge 9to5Google
  5. I put the iPhone Duo vs. Galaxy Fold 8 through a 10-round photo face-off — and there's a clear winner Tom's Guide
 
Samsung all but confirms iPhone Duo is goosing Galaxy Z8 sales - ArsTechnica Thu, 22 Oct 2026 18:49:14 GMT
Searches for Samsung foldables just happened to skyrocket following iPhone Duo unveiling.
 
Keeping Old Wi-Fi Radios Alive With Stream Conversion - Hack a Day Thu, 22 Oct 2026 18:30:40 GMT
There are plenty of Wi-Fi radios out there that were built over the last two decades or so. However, many older models are now becoming less useful because many internet …read more
 
US official: Russia's stalker satellite sure looks like an orbital weapon - ArsTechnica Thu, 22 Oct 2026 18:29:39 GMT
The Russian official who called commercial satellites "legitimate targets" now says concerns are "unfounded."
 
Bluesky adds iPad support in latest feature update - Engadget Thu, 22 Oct 2026 18:26:03 GMT
Profile links to third-party platforms have also arrived on the social network.
 
Survive the Pitch: Five Nights at Freddy's Haunts Rocket League - Rocket League ® - Google Thu, 22 Oct 2026 18:12:46 GMT
  1. Survive the Pitch: Five Nights at Freddy's Haunts Rocket League Rocket League ®
  2. Five Nights at Freddy’s collabs with Rocket League for Haunted Hallows 2026 Dot Esports
 
Amazon rebrands Kindle Unlimited to Kindle+ - Engadget Thu, 22 Oct 2026 18:10:00 GMT
The service still offers a library of books, magazines and comics, and now includes a larger selection of audiobooks.
 
New York and T-Mobile Settle Dispute Over 4G Plan Price Hikes. How to Get a Credit - CNET Thu, 22 Oct 2026 18:08:41 GMT
Customers on T-Mobile One accounts from 2017 through 2019 could get a free 5G phone, credit toward a more expensive 5G phone or their last month’s payment and $25 gift card.
 
Anker Soundcore Space 2 Are at Their Lowest Price Ever - Wired Thu, 22 Oct 2026 18:03:44 GMT
The Anker Soundcore Space 2 are a good deal even at full price. The fact they’re 18 percent off is just icing on the cake.
 
Unauthorized AI agents are reportedly already accessing US bank accounts - Engadget Thu, 22 Oct 2026 18:02:04 GMT
Sources at several banks have indicated that they have been taking actions independent of user instructions.
 
Steam Pricing Analyst Found Hollow Knight: Silksong's $20 Price Annoying: 'I Was A Bit Like, Oh God, Please Price It Higher' - Kotaku - Google Thu, 22 Oct 2026 18:00:53 GMT
Steam Pricing Analyst Found Hollow Knight: Silksong's $20 Price Annoying: 'I Was A Bit Like, Oh God, Please Price It Higher' Kotaku
 
A New Ice Age Was Beginning. Then Humans Started Burning Fossil Fuels - Wired Thu, 22 Oct 2026 18:00:00 GMT
Ancient plants reveal that the vestiges of the North American ice sheet started expanding a few thousand years ago, but that climate change caused it to reverse course.
 
This New G-Shock Looks a Lot Like One of the Most Iconic Watches Ever Made - GQ - Google Thu, 22 Oct 2026 17:46:03 GMT
  1. This New G-Shock Looks a Lot Like One of the Most Iconic Watches Ever Made GQ
  2. Hands-On: We Put The Casio G-Shock 2500 Series "CasioNaut" Through Its Paces Hodinkee
  3. G-Shock's Affordable "CasiOak" Successor Is Here, and It Looks a Lot Like Another Bucket-List Sports Watch Gear Patrol
  4. The new G-Shocks finally just dropped. There's 9, which is your favourite? British GQ
  5. Casio’s new 2500 is the brand’s first all-analogue watch in decades Wallpaper*
 
Sony discontinues its last standalone Blu-ray player, leaving the PS5 as the sole remaining option - TechSpot Thu, 22 Oct 2026 17:10:00 GMT

Back in February, Sony halted sales of Blu-ray recorders worldwide – but the move didn't impact sales of standard Blu-ray players. Over the summer, the company dropped the bombshell that it would stop making physical PlayStation games starting in 2028. At that point, the writing was pretty much on the wall.

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I Tried Automating My Relationships Using AI Agents. Muse and Dots Overstepped - CNET Thu, 22 Oct 2026 17:08:31 GMT
If it takes more time to review and approve a simple email than it would for me to write it myself, the whole promise of agentic AI falls flat.
 
Meta shocked by $25B fine after N.M. refused to join multistate settlement - ArsTechnica Thu, 22 Oct 2026 17:04:31 GMT
Meta will appeal a ruling imposing the largest fine Mark Zuckerberg has ever seen.
 
How well have past GOTY winners sold? - by Rhys Elliott - The Alinea Insight newsletter - Google Thu, 22 Oct 2026 16:41:43 GMT
How well have past GOTY winners sold? - by Rhys Elliott The Alinea Insight newsletter
 
US-backed vaccine trial on babies canceled after international outcry - ArsTechnica Thu, 22 Oct 2026 16:37:00 GMT
The decried trial was canceled last week before police seized vaccine doses.
 
Sundar Pichai (allegedly) draws the line at oceans - Engadget Thu, 22 Oct 2026 16:22:50 GMT
President Trump claimed that the Google CEO refused to rename the Atlantic Ocean in Maps.
 
Apple says more than 50 apps will be updated for the iPhone Duo at launch - TechSpot Thu, 22 Oct 2026 16:04:00 GMT

Unfolded, the iPhone Duo features a 7.6-inch Super Retina XDR display with nano-texture finish – in other words, it's essentially a pocketable mini tablet. That much real estate will make it ideal for media consumption, and it's no surprise that Apple has partnered with several of the top streaming services...

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FINAL FANTASY RESONANCE is a Delightful Return to the Series’ Classic Roots - XBOX Wire - Google Thu, 22 Oct 2026 16:03:46 GMT
  1. FINAL FANTASY RESONANCE is a Delightful Return to the Series’ Classic Roots XBOX Wire
  2. Final Fantasy Resonance Review: On Its Own Wavelength Game Informer
  3. Final Fantasy dips back into the SNES golden era with Resonance The Verge
  4. ‘Final Fantasy Resonance’ Debuts as One of the Best Video Games of 2026 Men's Journal
  5. 15 Final Fantasy Resonance beginner's tips to help you protect the crystals Polygon.com
 
65 Switch 1 & 2 Games You Should Check Out In Nintendo's 'Screaming Deals' Sale (North America) - Nintendo Life - Google Thu, 22 Oct 2026 16:00:39 GMT
  1. 65 Switch 1 & 2 Games You Should Check Out In Nintendo's 'Screaming Deals' Sale (North America) Nintendo Life
  2. Screaming Deals: Save on select digital games Nintendo
  3. Nintendo announces Halloween 2026 sale for Switch 2 and Switch Nintendo Everything
  4. Nintendo’s Halloween eShop sale has over 2000 games discounted Vooks
  5. Nintendo’s 2026 Halloween Switch game sale now live: Up 75% off with deals from $3 9to5Toys
 
Microsoft shuts down its beloved maker space - The Verge - Google Thu, 22 Oct 2026 16:00:00 GMT
  1. Microsoft shuts down its beloved maker space The Verge
  2. Microsoft shuts the door on The Garage, the central program behind its hackathon and maker spaces GeekWire
  3. Microsoft closing The Garage, the central program behind its hackathon and maker spaces LinkedIn
  4. Microsoft shuts down its 17-year-old innovation lab where Satya Nadella came to see what employees were building; company says: "Spirit of experimentation is now reflected in how..." The Times of India
  5. Microsoft Garage is being killed off; unhappy employees voice frustration against AI spend Neowin
 
This emulator reimagines Nintendo’s Virtual Boy with a full color display - ArsTechnica Thu, 22 Oct 2026 15:59:40 GMT
Tile-based color palettes go way beyond the four shades of red on original hardware.
 
PC shipments are in the toilet, plunging over 20 percent from last year - Engadget Thu, 22 Oct 2026 15:56:26 GMT
This could reach 27 percent throughout the end of 2026 as prices continue to rise.
 
Amazon’s Kindle Unlimited is now Kindle+, and the 2 big changes include AI audiobooks - ZDNET - Google Thu, 22 Oct 2026 15:55:56 GMT
  1. Amazon’s Kindle Unlimited is now Kindle+, and the 2 big changes include AI audiobooks ZDNET
  2. Amazon renames Kindle Unlimited to Kindle Plus and expands access to audiobooks The Verge
  3. Amazon Rebrands Kindle Unlimited To Kindle+ Engadget
  4. What is Kindle+? Meet the book subscription replacing Kindle Unlimited New York Post
  5. Kindle Unlimited is dropping the Unlimited to go Plus Android Authority
 
Americans Say Rising Utility Costs Are Straining Their Budgets. They’re Blaming Data Centers - CNET Thu, 22 Oct 2026 15:38:02 GMT
1 in 5 households have cut back on groceries because of energy bills, according to a new Consumer Reports survey.
 
Four advantages MacBook Pro redesign will have over current model - 9to5Mac - Google Thu, 22 Oct 2026 15:36:00 GMT
  1. Four advantages MacBook Pro redesign will have over current model 9to5Mac
  2. Apple to host 'Pro and tell' event on October 28 in LA Reuters
  3. iPad Mini 8 Expected Next Week With These 10 New Features MacRumors
  4. Apple Announces Oct. 28 Event for Touch-Screen MacBook Pro Bloomberg.com
  5. Dear Apple Stock Fans, Mark Your Calendars for October 28 Barchart.com
 
Save $150 on the Apple Mac Mini M4, but There’s a Catch - Wired Thu, 22 Oct 2026 15:30:31 GMT
Apple’s Mac Mini M4 is one of the best mini computers you can buy, and it’s $150 off. While it’s a good deal on a new, older-generation model, it’s more expensive than it was at launch.
 
KiCad… In The Browser? - Hack a Day Thu, 22 Oct 2026 15:30:27 GMT
KiCad is a useful tool for designing printed circuit boards, but it’s of no use to you if you can’t install it on the computer you’re on. To get around …read more
 
Hackers got a four-day head start on epic PHP2Shell vulnerability - ArsTechnica Thu, 22 Oct 2026 15:25:02 GMT
Hackers were already probing the bug before defenders were told it existed.
 
‘Dispatch’ Developer Sets Live Concert Event to Celebrate Hit Indie Game’s One-Year Anniversary, With 5 Million Players (EXCLUSIVE) - Variety - Google Thu, 22 Oct 2026 15:25:00 GMT
  1. ‘Dispatch’ Developer Sets Live Concert Event to Celebrate Hit Indie Game’s One-Year Anniversary, With 5 Million Players (EXCLUSIVE) Variety
  2. "It was crushing how hard it was" – The chaotic development of Dispatch, and what AdHoc Studio plans next GamesIndustry.biz
  3. Dispatch's Anniversary Update Brings Commentary Track, Storyboard Mode, And Mobile Port Game Informer
  4. Superhero Workplace Comedy Hit 'Dispatch' Reveals Huge Update and New Platforms Polygon.com
  5. Dispatch Celebrates First Anniversary With Live Concert, Commentary Track, Mobile Version, and More Merch IGN
 
PEGI is giving games with paid loot boxes a PEGI 16 rating, and EA FC 27 is the first big example - TechSpot Thu, 22 Oct 2026 15:21:00 GMT

Earlier this year, the Pan-European Game Information (PEGI) system announced a new rating regime for video games built around selling randomized content to players. Now, the organization responsible for administering PEGI in the United Kingdom has confirmed that the changes are finally being implemented. Major game releases have already been...

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Fellow Aiden Precision Coffee Maker is $100 Off - Wired Thu, 22 Oct 2026 15:14:37 GMT
The Fellow Aiden Precision Coffee Maker is a smart, high-end machine that offers pour-over quality. You can get it refurbished from the brand for 25 percent off.
 
The Blood Of Dawnwalker Update 1.1 Adds Quality Of Life Improvements, Boosts Performance, and Adds Pettable Animals - Game Informer - Google Thu, 22 Oct 2026 15:08:00 GMT
  1. The Blood Of Dawnwalker Update 1.1 Adds Quality Of Life Improvements, Boosts Performance, and Adds Pettable Animals Game Informer
  2. Dawnwalker PS5 Patch 1.1 Is Available to Download Now, 13GB Update with Over 1,100 Improvements Push Square
  3. Meta Shift: Insider Gaming Details the Blood of Dawnwalker Update 1.1 Balance Changes MMOEXP
  4. The Blood of Dawnwalker Patches & Updates GameWatcher
  5. First Major Post-Launch Update For The Blood of Dawnwalker Is Now Available Console Creatures
 
Free Play Days – Dying Light 2, Riders Republic, Monster Hunter Stories, Let’s Build a Zoo, and More - XBOX Wire - Google Thu, 22 Oct 2026 15:03:46 GMT
  1. Free Play Days – Dying Light 2, Riders Republic, Monster Hunter Stories, Let’s Build a Zoo, and More XBOX Wire
  2. Free Play Days: Try These Xbox Games For Free (October 22-25) Pure Xbox
  3. Xbox Free Play Days Adds Dyling Light 2, Tropico 6 & More This Weekend (Oct. 22-25) Windows Report
  4. As part of the Free Play Days promotion, six games are now temporarily available to Xbox players. GameGPU
  5. Xbox Officially Makes 6 Games 100% Free Until ~October 25, Includes 2 Monster Hunter Games OpenCritic
 
Sauron recruits his future Ringwraiths in Rings of Power S3 trailer - ArsTechnica Thu, 22 Oct 2026 14:22:31 GMT
"I will take my place as the conqueror, a sorcerer, a king."
 
Leaker reveals larger iPhone Duo details, possible Telephoto camera - 9to5Mac - Google Thu, 22 Oct 2026 14:20:00 GMT
  1. Leaker reveals larger iPhone Duo details, possible Telephoto camera 9to5Mac
  2. iPhone Duo 2 prototypes are already circulating at Apple, report says Mashable
  3. iPhone Duo's Next-Gen Prototypes Are Trying To Cram In Face ID Engadget
  4. Apple is testing iPhone Duo 2 prototype with this key upgrade - GSMArena.com news GSMArena.com
  5. Apple is Apparently Considering a Slightly Larger iPhone Duo MacRumors
 
Verizon customers face monthly fee for new iPhone feature - TheStreet - Google Thu, 22 Oct 2026 14:07:00 GMT
  1. Verizon customers face monthly fee for new iPhone feature TheStreet
  2. Phone networks charging fees for iPhone feature Cleveland.com
  3. Here Are the US Carriers Offering Apple's All-New iPhone Handoff ExtremeTech
  4. Verizon confirms $10 monthly fee for new iPhone Handoff feature 9to5Mac
  5. Verizon confirms $10 monthly fee for new iPhone feature Yahoo Tech
 
‘Gears Of War: E-Day’ Cost Xbox $500 Million, Report Says - Forbes - Google Thu, 22 Oct 2026 14:06:48 GMT
  1. ‘Gears Of War: E-Day’ Cost Xbox $500 Million, Report Says Forbes
  2. The Case For Exclusivity When Gears Of War: E-Day Cost Over $500 Million To Make Kotaku
  3. Gears of War: E-Day Production Budget Reported at Over $500 Million TechPowerUp
  4. Gears Of War: E-Day Cost Half A Billion To Make, Apparently GameSpot
  5. Gears of War: E-Day Reportedly Cost Over $500 Million Before Marketing, as Xbox Layoff Fears Loom Over the Canadian Studio Wccftech
 
iPhone Duo's next-gen prototypes are trying to cram in Face ID - Engadget Thu, 22 Oct 2026 14:06:33 GMT
Apple's first foldable phone opted for a feature it replaced on most iPhone models nearly 10 years ago.
 
Despite its mixed reception, Marvel's Wolverine was September's top-selling new game in the US, making Sony launch revenues it hasn't seen since Helldivers 2 - Eurogamer.net - Google Thu, 22 Oct 2026 13:22:52 GMT
  1. Despite its mixed reception, Marvel's Wolverine was September's top-selling new game in the US, making Sony launch revenues it hasn't seen since Helldivers 2 Eurogamer.net
  2. PlayStation Store: September 2026’s top downloads PlayStation.Blog
  3. Marvel's Wolverine leads US September charts, achieves highest monthly dollar sales for a Sony-published title since Helldivers 2 GamesIndustry.biz
  4. PS5 Outsells Switch 2 in the US in September 2026, Wolverine Top Selling Game VGChartz
  5. There’s Good News And Bad News About Video Game Sales In September 2026 Kotaku
 
Apple will label apps that are ‘Made for iPhone Duo’ - The Verge - Google Thu, 22 Oct 2026 13:20:37 GMT
  1. Apple will label apps that are ‘Made for iPhone Duo’ The Verge
  2. Developers bring incredible new app experiences to iPhone Duo Apple
  3. Apple's brilliant move makes the Duo unlike any other foldable phone when it comes to apps PhoneArena
  4. Apple says developers are showing ‘incredible’ support for the iPhone Duo 9to5Mac
  5. Apple Reveals More Than 50 Apps That Will Be Updated for iPhone Duo MacRumors
 
Forget "Malaise 2.0," GM says it's still all-in on EVs and autonomy - ArsTechnica Thu, 22 Oct 2026 13:04:32 GMT
General Motors' plans will require quite a lot of customers' trust.
 
Meet Mori, a Cute Robot Mushroom That Doesn’t Really Say (or Do) Anything - Wired Thu, 22 Oct 2026 13:00:00 GMT
Step one in convincing people to live with robots with cameras on their faces? Disguise them as cute home decor.
 
Insta360 Mic review: A midrange mic kit that's anything but boring - Engadget Thu, 22 Oct 2026 13:00:00 GMT
In an ocean of boring microphones, Insta360's Mic adds a (customizable) pop of color.
 
Roku's Pro Series LX OLED TVs are now available on Amazon - Engadget Thu, 22 Oct 2026 13:00:00 GMT
Roku has released its Pro Series LX OLED TVs, which are now available on Amazon in 55 and 65-inch variants.
 
Massive Improvement: COROS DURA 2 Solar Gets Bigger Screen w/ Carbon Shell, Voice Control + 120hr Battery - Bikerumor - Google Thu, 22 Oct 2026 13:00:00 GMT
  1. Massive Improvement: COROS DURA 2 Solar Gets Bigger Screen w/ Carbon Shell, Voice Control + 120hr Battery Bikerumor
  2. COROS DURA 2 SOLAR Review: Big Upgrade, Bigger Price BIKEPACKING.com
  3. Coros Launches Dura 2 - A Solar-Powered Bike Computer With a 120-Hour Run Time Pinkbike
  4. New Coros Dura 2 Solar features ultra-modern design and huge battery life, but it's the smaller bevel I love BikeRadar
  5. Coros announces sun-powered Dura 2 Solar bike computer, featuring voice control and integrated AI capabilities Cycling Weekly
 
The Mori Is a Mushroom-Shaped AI Lamp Companion, and I’m Smitten - CNET Thu, 22 Oct 2026 13:00:00 GMT
The $849 Mori is designed to respond to your environment, knowing when to play and when to stay quiet.
 
1Password will let Muse, Dots and Grok Bot sign in to sites for you without getting your credentials - Engadget Thu, 22 Oct 2026 13:00:00 GMT
If you're willing to let AI book or buy things on your behalf, 1Password just made that easier.
 
Meet Mori, a Cute Robot Mushroom That Doesn’t Really Say (or Do) Anything - WIRED - Google Thu, 22 Oct 2026 13:00:00 GMT
  1. Meet Mori, a Cute Robot Mushroom That Doesn’t Really Say (or Do) Anything WIRED
  2. The Mori Is a Mushroom-Shaped AI Lamp Companion, and I’m Smitten CNET
  3. Meet Mori. The Verge
  4. OKA’s Mori is a new digital companion to brighten up solo living Wallpaper*
  5. OKA Introduces Mori, "The Nature Companion," a New Kind of AI Home Robot PR Newswire
 
Insta360 adds expandable storage to its new e-ink wireless mics - Engadget Thu, 22 Oct 2026 13:00:00 GMT
Insta360 has a new wireless mic that combines some features of its existing 'pro' mics with a cheaper price.
 
25+ Of The Best Discounted Games From Xbox's Shocktober Sale - Pure Xbox - Google Thu, 22 Oct 2026 13:00:00 GMT
  1. 25+ Of The Best Discounted Games From Xbox's Shocktober Sale Pure Xbox
  2. 10 Xbox Games on Sale: Street Fighter 6, Battlefield 6 Techloy
  3. 25+ Of The Best Discounted Games We Could Find From The Xbox Store Sales Pure Xbox
 
Farm equipment giant in Kansas will put humanoid robots to work in 2027, promises they won't replace humans - TechSpot Thu, 22 Oct 2026 12:39:00 GMT

AGCO, the farming giant behind Massey Ferguson and Fendt tractors, has partnered with Agility Robotics on a pilot program set to begin in 2027.

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I Went From AI Prompt to 3D-Printed Armor in 18 Hours - CNET Thu, 22 Oct 2026 12:31:35 GMT
What started off as a dare became a fully fledged app in less than a day
 
Breitling Adds Two New Manual-Wind Navitimers To The Core Collection - Fratello Watches - Google Thu, 22 Oct 2026 12:04:13 GMT
  1. Breitling Adds Two New Manual-Wind Navitimers To The Core Collection Fratello Watches
  2. Introducing: Breitling Navitimer B09 And B02 Cosmonaute 41mm Chronographs Hodinkee
  3. The Most Underrated Space Watch Is Back With a Vintage Dial, This Time for Good Gear Patrol
  4. Breitling, at Long Last, Adds Manually Wound Navitimers to the Core Collection Worn & Wound
  5. Breitling Add B02 Cosmonaute and Hand-Wound B09 to Navitimer Core Range Oracle Time
 
DICE and Respawn ‘are teaming up for Star Wars: Battlefront 3’ - Video Games Chronicle - Google Thu, 22 Oct 2026 12:00:37 GMT
  1. DICE and Respawn ‘are teaming up for Star Wars: Battlefront 3’ Video Games Chronicle
  2. The Logic And Risks Of Destiny 2’s Bungie Making ‘Star Wars: Battlefront 3’ Forbes
  3. Star Wars: Battlefront 3 is 'in active development' from EA DICE and Respawn Empire
  4. Star Wars Battlefront 3 In Active Development Sources Say Bespin Bulletin
  5. Star Wars Gaming Renaissance Set to Continue With Long-Awaited Battlefront 3 Comic Book Resources
 
Test Driving an iPhone Duo? 6 Things to Try at the Apple Store - CNET Thu, 22 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMT
Apple’s first foldable has a lot going for it, but there may be some compromises you aren’t expecting. See for yourself if the Duo is for you.
 
Tesla says some Model Y owners could join its Robotaxi fleet around Q2 2027 - TechSpot Thu, 22 Oct 2026 11:33:00 GMT

During Tesla's third-quarter earnings call on October 21, VP for Autonomous Driving Ashok Elluswamy announced the company's aim to let some Model Y owners add their vehicles to Robotaxi's autonomous fleet around the second quarter of 2027. The feature, which would enable users to earn money from ride-hailing, has long...

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333 Tor exit nodes hijacked to intercept SSH traffic and retrieve plaintext email - ArsTechnica Thu, 22 Oct 2026 11:30:33 GMT
For 3 days this month, 333 exit nodes were hacked in hopes of stealing sensitive data.
 
UN says we're going to blow past 1.5º warming, offers a "now what?" answer - ArsTechnica Thu, 22 Oct 2026 11:15:36 GMT
Best case is now an overshoot to 1.8º C, accompanied by massive carbon removal.
 
Xbox Game Pass adds one new game today - TrueAchievements - Google Thu, 22 Oct 2026 11:04:26 GMT
  1. Xbox Game Pass adds one new game today TrueAchievements
  2. Coming to XBOX Game Pass: Final Fantasy VII Remake Intergrade, The Séance of Blake Manor, and More XBOX Wire
  3. These Nine Games Are Coming To Xbox Game Pass (October 21 - November 3) Pure Xbox
  4. Game Pass Is Getting Final Fantasy 7 And Last Year’s Best Supernatural Detective Mystery Kotaku
  5. Dodo Duckie: Indian Cutesy Platformer About a Duck Is Now on Game Pass IGN India
 
Cyberpunk 2077 Has Over 50 Mods on PS5, Including New Quests, Improved Romance, Cut Content, and More - Push Square - Google Thu, 22 Oct 2026 11:00:00 GMT
  1. Cyberpunk 2077 Has Over 50 Mods on PS5, Including New Quests, Improved Romance, Cut Content, and More Push Square
  2. REDstreams — Cyberpunk 2077: Edgerunners 2 Update (2.5) is coming! cyberpunk.net
  3. From the Anime to the Game — Free Update Brings Edgerunners 2 Content and More to Cyberpunk 2077! XBOX Wire
  4. Cyberpunk 2077 Joins Xbox Play Anywhere as Update 2.5 Goes Live TechPowerUp
  5. ‘Cyberpunk 2077’ Surprise Update 2.5 Big Story Quest, Other Additions Revealed Forbes
 
Best Microsoft Surface Laptop (2026): Which Models to Buy and Avoid - Wired Thu, 22 Oct 2026 11:00:00 GMT
With pricing in flux and new models available, here’s which Surface Laptop and Surface Pro to buy.
 
Meta’s Ad Sales Are Suffering Now That Europeans Can Pick Less Personalization - Wired Thu, 22 Oct 2026 10:43:13 GMT
An earnings briefing on Wednesday revealed ad revenue has slowed since the European Union introduced the Less-Personalized Ads model at the beginning of this year.
 
I Worked for a Whole Day Using Only the iPhone Duo. Here’s How It Went - Wired Thu, 22 Oct 2026 10:30:00 GMT
A portable keyboard and kickstand make it a viable emergency workstation—even if iOS still gets in the way.
 
Woman spends three nights in jail and faces six years in prison over Cash App account she never opened - TechSpot Thu, 22 Oct 2026 10:20:00 GMT

In April, Amanda Smith was shocked to discover officers at her upstate Pennsylvania home with a warrant for her arrest, writes 404 Media. The alleged crime took place in Arkansas – more than a thousand miles away in a state she'd never visited. Smith was taken to the local jail,...

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They Believe 2020 Was Stolen. They Could Be in Charge of Elections in 2028 - Wired Thu, 22 Oct 2026 10:15:00 GMT
A host of election-denying candidates are running for attorney general in states across the country.
 
Greenlight Family Hub (2026): Finally, a Digital Wall Calendar With a Voice Assistant - Wired Thu, 22 Oct 2026 10:01:00 GMT
After testing multiple models, I’m convinced voice control belongs on the family calendar. Greenlight’s Family Hub shows why.
 
Hackers Are Serving Malware To iPhones Via Hundreds Of Infected Websites - Forbes - Google Thu, 22 Oct 2026 10:00:06 GMT
  1. Hackers Are Serving Malware To iPhones Via Hundreds Of Infected Websites Forbes
  2. Hackers are turning web browsing into a spyware trap Axios
  3. New iPhone spyware can steal passwords and photos Fox News
  4. Ukrainian man lost almost $70,000 due to smartphone vulnerability: details of the scheme and warnings dev.ua
  5. Dead Domains, Live Exploits: How Infected Ads and Expired Analytics Tags Deliver Coruna and DarkSword to iPhones iVerify
 
Hugging Face’s New AI Biology Model Lets You Chat With DNA - Wired Thu, 22 Oct 2026 10:00:00 GMT
The new open-source model speaks the language of DNA and can help researchers understand the effects of any changes on gene activity and health.
 
This Preamp Costs More Than a Fancy Sports Car - Wired Thu, 22 Oct 2026 09:30:00 GMT
Goldmund’s $240,000 Mimesis Statement is an exercise in extreme Swiss sound engineering—and only one part of a $1.5 million audio setup.
 
I'm the 25-year-old CEO of Lean In. I love my 2-minute cleaning hack, talking to myself on walks, and beach weekends — here's my routine. - Business Insider - Google Thu, 22 Oct 2026 09:05:00 GMT
I'm the 25-year-old CEO of Lean In. I love my 2-minute cleaning hack, talking to myself on walks, and beach weekends — here's my routine. Business Insider
 
Tesla plans to start selling Cybercabs by the end of the year - Engadget Thu, 22 Oct 2026 08:52:48 GMT
Tesla wants to sell Cybercabs to other transport companies before the year ends.
 
I put Muse, Dot, and Instinct to the test. There was a clear winner, but not because it worked best. - Business Insider - Google Thu, 22 Oct 2026 08:40:00 GMT
  1. I put Muse, Dot, and Instinct to the test. There was a clear winner, but not because it worked best. Business Insider
  2. I let agents plan a WNBA Finals trip (but kept my wallet to myself) Axios
  3. Always-on AI agents can run errands. Here’s how to start AZ Family
  4. OpenAI Dots vs Meta Muse: What It Means for SEO https://tech-insider.org/
  5. We Asked ChatGPT's Dots to Build a 24-Hour Intern Reporter Seoul Economic Daily
 
This Rare Pokémon TCG ETB Costs $130 on the Market, but Best Buy Has It for $49.99 - IGN - Google Thu, 22 Oct 2026 08:16:27 GMT
  1. This Rare Pokémon TCG ETB Costs $130 on the Market, but Best Buy Has It for $49.99 IGN
  2. The Pokémon TCG 30th Celebration Elite Trainer Box is way under market price at Amazon — shop for $59.99 Mashable
  3. The Pokémon TCG 30th Celebration ETB is way under market price at Amazon — shop now for just $59.99 Yahoo
  4. Mew and Mewtwo 30th Celebration Figure Collection Preorders Drop on Amazon Joseph Writer Anderson
  5. This Rare Pokémon Elite Trainer Box Is Available for $49.99, but There's a Catch Comic Book Resources
 
Apple Music's new logo was shaped by Fred Again and a bath of mineral oil - Creative Boom - Google Thu, 22 Oct 2026 06:15:00 GMT
  1. Apple Music's new logo was shaped by Fred Again and a bath of mineral oil Creative Boom
  2. Apple Music’s new visual identity was made from sound waves in liquid Ad Age
  3. Apple explained its Music logo redesign, and some people like it now Mashable
  4. The new human-crafted Apple Music brand matters in an AI world Ars Technica
  5. Apple Music has a new logo The Verge
 
Startup plans to rejuvenate the nuclear power industry with a new manufacturing approach - MIT Thu, 22 Oct 2026 04:00:00 GMT
Founded by Jake Jurewicz ’14, SM ’15, Blue Energy manufactures giant pieces of nuclear reactors at shipyards and ships them on barges for final assembly, to lower costs.
 
Is It Wrong to Try to Pick Up Girls in a Dungeon? Frontier Zero announced for PC, iOS, and Android - Gematsu - Google Thu, 22 Oct 2026 03:55:50 GMT
  1. Is It Wrong to Try to Pick Up Girls in a Dungeon? Frontier Zero announced for PC, iOS, and Android Gematsu
  2. Is It Wrong to Try to Pick up Girls in a Dungeon? Announces Frontier Zero Game for 2027 Crunchyroll
  3. DanMachi: Frontier Zero announced for mobile with an original story by Fujino Omori Pocket Gamer
  4. Game Developer enish Announces Is It Wrong to Try to Pick Up Girls in a Dungeon? Frontier Zero Game for Release in 2027 Anime News Network
  5. Is It Wrong to Try to Pick Up Girls in a Dungeon? Frontier Zero Announced for PC and Mobile Final Weapon
 
T-Mobile Is Giving Away Free iPad A16s For One Day Only - The Mobile Report - Google Thu, 22 Oct 2026 03:44:04 GMT
T-Mobile Is Giving Away Free iPad A16s For One Day Only The Mobile Report
 
Apple Limits iPhone Duo Purchases to 2 Foldable Phones Per Person - CNET Thu, 22 Oct 2026 02:43:08 GMT
For the first time in many years, Apple is limiting how many phones you can buy.
 
Hackers Exploited the PHP Vulnerabilities Days Before They Were Patched - Wired Thu, 22 Oct 2026 02:24:17 GMT
Amazon Web Services logged attempts to leverage the internet-melting PHP2Shell bugs four days ago. They’re now being “broadly exploited” across the internet.
 
Someone debloated their Samsung Tizen OS TV by pointing a camera at it for Claude to see - XDA - Google Thu, 22 Oct 2026 02:22:00 GMT
  1. Someone debloated their Samsung Tizen OS TV by pointing a camera at it for Claude to see XDA
  2. Developers Are Using AI to Strip Ads and Tracking From Smart TVs Yahoo Tech
  3. Please don’t use AI hacks to debloat your TV PCWorld
  4. Sick of seeing ads and clutter on your smart TV? The internet says AI can fix that. Yahoo Tech
  5. People are using AI to make their smart TVs dumb again TechCrunch
 
A Privacy Company Just Saved the Clearest Flock Surveillance Map I’ve Seen - CNET Thu, 22 Oct 2026 02:00:41 GMT
The creator of Proton Mail now hosts a powerful, professional Flock camera mapping tool on its site.
 
Man Buys $299K Rolls-Royce for $39K, Fixes It With Cardboard on Drive Home - Yahoo Autos - Google Thu, 22 Oct 2026 01:41:00 GMT
Man Buys $299K Rolls-Royce for $39K, Fixes It With Cardboard on Drive Home Yahoo Autos
 
EA Shutters BioWare, Creator of Mass Effect, Dragon Age, KOTOR and More - CNET Thu, 22 Oct 2026 01:24:17 GMT
The legendary studio has been shut down just months after EA was acquired by a private equity consortium.
 
Tons of People Are Apparently Asking Meta’s Muse AI Agent to Shop for Them - CNET Thu, 22 Oct 2026 00:30:25 GMT
A quarter of Meta Muse’s 10 million users are shopping online via the AI agent with an average spend of $200 per purchase, according to Mark Zuckerberg.
 
AI and Data Centers Will Impact Midterm Voting, According to Experts - CNET Thu, 22 Oct 2026 00:24:08 GMT
Americans are mostly negative on AI and oppose new data centers near them, another poll shows.
 
Google Chrome Will Notify You If You’re on a Scam Website - CNET Wed, 21 Oct 2026 23:32:54 GMT
You’ll need to opt into Chrome’s Enhanced Protection mode to use the new features.
 
Octupole-driven spin torque switching of antiferromagnetic tunnel junctions - Nature - Google Wed, 21 Oct 2026 22:46:06 GMT
Octupole-driven spin torque switching of antiferromagnetic tunnel junctions Nature
 
Touch-sensing digital pixel fibre enables interactive garment GUI - Nature - Google Wed, 21 Oct 2026 22:46:06 GMT
  1. Touch-sensing digital pixel fibre enables interactive garment GUI Nature
  2. Researchers thread the world's first touchscreen into a garment Tech Xplore
  3. Singapore boffins weave a GUI into fabric, and it's machine washable too The Register
  4. NUS Innovation Turns Sleeves into Touchscreen Displays 조선일보
  5. This touchscreen is made from thread, and scientists want to put it in your clothes Digital Trends
 
Mark Zuckerberg Agrees to Stay in California Despite Billionaires’ Tax Ballot Measure - Wired Wed, 21 Oct 2026 22:39:50 GMT
Meta’s board feared that its CEO’s departure could disrupt the company’s AI ambitions. A new stock agreement gives him financial incentives to stay put.
 
FCC chair warns media not to run the "fake polls" Trump keeps complaining about - ArsTechnica Wed, 21 Oct 2026 22:17:50 GMT
Ex-FCC chairs say Brendan Carr aims to scare broadcasters into self-censorship.
 
The second may soon be redefined - The Economist - Google Wed, 21 Oct 2026 22:13:39 GMT
  1. The second may soon be redefined The Economist
  2. Timekeepers Say Goodbye to the Leap Second NewsForKids.net
  3. Time Lords kill leap seconds, before they become the new Y2K bug The Register
  4. VOX POPULI: Time marches on, with or without a leap second to balance it for us 朝日新聞
  5. I had plans for that second Cisco Talos Blog
 
Airbnb Hosts Are Furious They Can No Longer Make Guests Do Their Chores - Wired Wed, 21 Oct 2026 21:57:22 GMT
Some hosts are threatening to strike, while others are plotting ways around Airbnb’s new restrictions. Guests, meanwhile, are celebrating.
 
EA closes legendary RPG studio BioWare following its $55 billion buyout - TechSpot Wed, 21 Oct 2026 21:37:00 GMT

In a letter to staff on Wednesday, EA announced the closure of BioWare's Edmonton studio, its last, as part of broader cost-cutting layoffs. The storied RPG developer had begun early development on the next Mass Effect, informally known as Mass Effect 5, which has now been canceled.

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Sony's latest PS5 firmware got cracked, just in time for GTA 6's November release - TechSpot Wed, 21 Oct 2026 21:06:00 GMT

Just a few weeks after the massive "Relapse" exploit incident, someone has apparently already broken Sony's latest PlayStation 5 firmware update. A developer based in South Korea claims to have defeated the security protections in PS5 firmware version 14.10, which Sony recently released to close the Relapse exploit.

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Amazon is selling a Fire HD 10 tablet for just $73 (plus 10 more fab deals) - Yahoo - Google Wed, 21 Oct 2026 21:04:06 GMT
  1. Amazon is selling a Fire HD 10 tablet for just $73 (plus 10 more fab deals) Yahoo
  2. Amazon’s “digital pacifier” for toddlers Oligarch Watch
  3. Amazon’s Fire HD 8 Kids’ tablet drops from $180 to $100 geekspin
  4. Accio, savings! The Harry Potter Fire HD 10 tablet is cheaper than ever The Post-Crescent
  5. The Amazon Fire HD 10 Tablet Is 53% Off Right Now Lifehacker
 
‘It’s the President’s Fault’: The White House Blame Game Starts Early Ahead of the Midterms - Wired Wed, 21 Oct 2026 21:00:00 GMT
As the White House contemplates losing Congress, there has been an unusually early effort to find a Republican scapegoat.
 
Making room to explore - MIT Wed, 21 Oct 2026 20:45:00 GMT
Professor Fan Wang is recognized as “Committed to Caring” for creating a supportive environment for ambitious research and student well-being.
 
PlayStation Store “Planet of the Deals” Sale Now Live With Over 3,500 Entries - MP1st - Google Wed, 21 Oct 2026 20:41:59 GMT
  1. PlayStation Store “Planet of the Deals” Sale Now Live With Over 3,500 Entries MP1st
  2. PlayStation Store’s Planet of the Deals promotion is live now PlayStation.Blog
  3. 40+ PS5, PS4 Games to Buy in PS Store's Planet of the Deals Sale Push Square
  4. Planet offer on PlayStation Store - Discounts up to 75% virus.hr
  5. Deal | PlayStation Planet of the Deals sale brings up to 75% off on games Notebookcheck
 
For students with their sights set on space medicine, a new community takes flight - MIT Wed, 21 Oct 2026 20:40:00 GMT
MIT’s Doctors Without Gravity club connects health and space science enthusiasts.
 
Trump Isn’t Even Good at TV Anymore - Wired Wed, 21 Oct 2026 20:38:01 GMT
From Trump TV to a Shark Tank knockoff, the president’s latest entertainment ventures are a steep decline from his days on The Apprentice.
 
Bose Is Buying Skullcandy. It’s Not as Weird as It Sounds - Wired Wed, 21 Oct 2026 20:15:00 GMT
By keeping Skullcandy in Park City, Utah, Bose is betting that skate cred and budget pricing will reach listeners it’s been missing.
 
There are features in iPhone Duo that Apple didn't talk about - AppleInsider - Google Wed, 21 Oct 2026 19:51:00 GMT
  1. There are features in iPhone Duo that Apple didn't talk about AppleInsider
  2. Apple Releases iOS 27.1 MacRumors
  3. iPhone Duo will add Reachability feature ‘later this year’ 9to5Mac
  4. iPhone Duo is getting Apple Pencil support very soon, Reachability too - GSMArena.com news GSMArena.com
  5. 10% of the world's population can't wait for the iPhone Duo to receive this feature PhoneArena
 
OpenAI says its AI agents disabled safety guardrails, and then lied about it - TechSpot Wed, 21 Oct 2026 19:41:00 GMT

In a blog post disclosing the incidents, OpenAI said that, in the first case, an agent powered by GPT Sol 6.1 disabled automatic alerts after a team member asked it to create evaluation tasks using employee feedback collected via Slack. The agent was instructed not to send any messages about...

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iPhone Duo roundup: Apple gets the hardware right, but is it worth $2,000? - TechSpot Wed, 21 Oct 2026 19:28:00 GMT
Apple's long-awaited foldable is off to a strong start. Reviewers agree that the iPhone Duo gets much of the hardware right, with a polished design and an impressive folding display. But for $2,000, it remains a first-gen product with compromises, and one that will struggle to convince most iPhone users to make the jump.
 
Eufy Security Wall Light Cam S4 Deal: Save $80 on This Versatile Gadget - Wired Wed, 21 Oct 2026 18:46:49 GMT
This feature-packed security camera is the perfect way to keep an eye on your home and fam from afar.
 
Ruggable’s Washable Rugs Are Worth It and Now on Sale (2026) - Wired Wed, 21 Oct 2026 18:43:42 GMT
If you’re going to nest, you might as well do it at a discount.
 
Two web emergencies in one week: guessable certificate keys and critical PHP bugs that leaked before patches - TechSpot Wed, 21 Oct 2026 18:34:00 GMT

Eight intermediate certificates issued by India-based certificate authority eMudhra were found to have private keys so weak they can be calculated from the certificates themselves. Those certificates chained to roots trusted by Chrome, Firefox, Safari and Windows, as well as by operating systems and countless software trust stores. Anyone holding...

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Does opting out of smart TV tracking work? Research finds “suspicious” traffic. - Ars Technica - Google Wed, 21 Oct 2026 18:00:37 GMT
  1. Does opting out of smart TV tracking work? Research finds “suspicious” traffic. Ars Technica
  2. ‘It was so satisfying when I threw a rock through the screen’: the people sick of being spied on by their smart TV The Guardian
  3. Samsung and Vizio Smart TVs Continue Sending Viewing Data Even After Users Opt Out GBHackers News
  4. Can You Expect Privacy When You Purchase a Smart TV? Technowize
  5. This Walmart-owned TV keeps tracking you, even after you opt out Techlicious
 
GM Wants Your Car to Do Your Chores - Wired Wed, 21 Oct 2026 18:00:00 GMT
The Detroit automaker wants your next vehicle to be a personal assistant, a best friend, and an autonomous errand-runner.
 
You Have a Couple More Days to Play WoW Forever as Blizzard Extends Beta to October 23 - IGN - Google Wed, 21 Oct 2026 17:52:26 GMT
  1. You Have a Couple More Days to Play WoW Forever as Blizzard Extends Beta to October 23 IGN
  2. Claim Your World of Warcraft: Forever Character Names Blizzard News
  3. WoW: Forever Is Getting A New Server Option By Popular Demand GameSpot
  4. World of Warcraft: Forever Stress Test Gets a Slight Delay MMORPG.com
  5. You Can Try World of Warcraft: Forever for Free, but There’s a Catch Polygon.com
 
Samsung launches Certified Re-Newed Galaxy phones on Amazon starting at $489 - Android Authority - Google Wed, 21 Oct 2026 17:51:00 GMT
  1. Samsung launches Certified Re-Newed Galaxy phones on Amazon starting at $489 Android Authority
  2. You could just get a refurbished Samsung phone on Amazon The Verge
  3. A Galaxy First: Samsung Certified Re-Newed Now Available on Amazon.com samsung.com
  4. Samsung releases ‘Re-Newed’ Galaxy phones on Amazon starting under $500 9to5Google
  5. You Can Now Score an Official Refurbished Galaxy S24 or S25 Directly from Amazon Android Headlines
 
Nvidia reportedly refused some neoclouds access to GTC Berlin for adding AMD and TPU chips - TechSpot Wed, 21 Oct 2026 17:40:00 GMT

SemiAnalysis' latest "shocking" rumor allegedly confirms what the firm had already revealed in June. Several neocloud providers have reportedly been denied access to GTC Berlin, Nvidia's upcoming conference covering AI, GPUs, and related technologies. The Jensen Huang-led company apparently disapproves of cloud providers adding AMD GPUs, TPUs, and other third-party...

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Nvidia GeForce drivers add support for Microsoft's Advanced Shader Delivery - TechSpot Wed, 21 Oct 2026 17:32:00 GMT
Nvidia's latest Game Ready driver adds support for Microsoft's Advanced Shader Delivery, which aims to reduce shader compilation stuttering by delivering precompiled shaders for supported games, including Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 and Gears of War: E-Day. As our recent testing shows, shader stuttering remains a major headache for PC gamers, but efforts to eliminate it are gaining momentum.
 
I’ve Taken a Necessary Measure to Protect Myself During Sex. Uh, It’s Going to Be Hard to Explain. - Slate - Google Wed, 21 Oct 2026 17:30:00 GMT
I’ve Taken a Necessary Measure to Protect Myself During Sex. Uh, It’s Going to Be Hard to Explain. Slate
 
PSA: PHP patches two critical flaws, server admins urged to update - TechSpot Wed, 21 Oct 2026 17:09:00 GMT
PHP has released emergency security updates addressing two critical vulnerabilities that could allow attackers to remotely execute code without authentication. With PHP powering nearly 70% of all websites, the potential impact is enormous. Apache deployments are particularly vulnerable, and security agencies are urging immediate updates.
 
The Best Art TV Deals: Samsung Frame, Hisense Canvas, and More (2026) - Wired Wed, 21 Oct 2026 17:00:15 GMT
Samsung’s Frame and Frame Pro are both on sale, as well as some of our other favorite art TVs.
 
First-person Soulslike Valor Mortis is already making a profit after seven days, despite launching against some stiff competition - Eurogamer.net - Google Wed, 21 Oct 2026 16:43:42 GMT
First-person Soulslike Valor Mortis is already making a profit after seven days, despite launching against some stiff competition Eurogamer.netSee more headlines & perspectives on Google News
 
Meta suspends Muse sharing after sensitive documents turn up in shared chats - TechSpot Wed, 21 Oct 2026 16:41:00 GMT

Each shared conversation had a hostname containing a descriptive title and a random identifier. Both could appear in searchable DNS records, giving researchers the information they needed to reconstruct the link and open the page.

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Googlebook deserves a little patience: why early launch quirks don’t define its future - Chrome Unboxed - Google Wed, 21 Oct 2026 16:20:21 GMT
  1. Googlebook deserves a little patience: why early launch quirks don’t define its future Chrome Unboxed
  2. Googlebooks just aren’t ready The Verge
  3. Google Tried to Reinvent the Laptop. Don’t Buy It. The New York Times
  4. Are Googlebooks Right for You? I Tried Every One of Google's Android Laptops PCMag
  5. Googlebook review: Google’s new laptops are woefully underbaked The Guardian
 
This Startup Is All In on Recursive Self-Improvement. Its Latest Model Is Scary Good - Wired Wed, 21 Oct 2026 16:00:00 GMT
Recursive makes the case that the benefits of using AI to build AI outweigh the risks.
 
Jensen Huang’s Vision for Europe Runs on Plug-In Data Centers - Wired Wed, 21 Oct 2026 15:02:15 GMT
At Nvidia’s GTC in Berlin, Huang unveiled the company’s new plug-in data center—the DSX Pod—as the key to unlocking Europe’s AI infrastructure lag. Oh, and autonomous humanoid robotics.
 
7 Best Phones You Can’t Buy in the US (2026) - Wired Wed, 21 Oct 2026 15:00:00 GMT
Avoid phone FOMO with our favorite smartphones that aren’t officially sold stateside but are available in markets like the UK and Europe.
 
Spotify is asking Family plan members to scan a QR code to prove they live with the account owner - TechSpot Wed, 21 Oct 2026 14:53:00 GMT

Spotify revealed the new family plan verification process on an updated support page. The streaming service may ask some Premium Family members to verify that they live with the person managing their plan, using a QR code check that requires both people to be in the same place.

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Google Pixel’s solution to using Face Unlock in the dark seems to be just blinding you - 9to5Google - Google Wed, 21 Oct 2026 14:30:00 GMT
  1. Google Pixel’s solution to using Face Unlock in the dark seems to be just blinding you 9to5Google
  2. Pixel owners are about to get a face unlock feature iPhones have had for years PhoneArena
  3. Here's how Google plans to let you use Pixel's face unlock in the dark Android Authority
  4. Brighter days are ahead for the Pixel's face unlock Pocket-lint
  5. Google wants your Pixel to see you in the dark, and its fix is almost blindingly obvious Digital Trends
 
‘This Is Not a Drill’: Critical PHP Vulnerabilities Are Setting the Internet on Fire - Wired Wed, 21 Oct 2026 14:26:19 GMT
The PHP Foundation has revealed two serious vulnerabilities that could impact millions of websites. Security experts warn that failure to quickly patch the flaws could have dire consequences.
 
Citadel's Ken Griffin says investors are "almost certainly" in an AI bubble - TechSpot Wed, 21 Oct 2026 14:22:00 GMT

"Corporate America has been very uneven in its ability to extract value from its AI models," Griffin said at the Future of Global Markets Conference in New York on Tuesday.

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Stranger Than Heaven: The Final Preview of the Yakuza Team’s Ambitious, Decades-Spanning Action-Adventure - IGN - Google Wed, 21 Oct 2026 14:00:00 GMT
  1. Stranger Than Heaven: The Final Preview of the Yakuza Team’s Ambitious, Decades-Spanning Action-Adventure IGN
  2. Stranger Than Heaven Builds Its Identity As Like A Dragon's More Relentless Spin-Off Engadget
  3. Stranger Than Heaven hands-on report: brutal combat and the glitz of show business intermix PlayStation.Blog
  4. Stranger Than Heaven Preview: One Man's Story Of Biculturalism, Music, Fitting In, And Fighting, Told Over 50 Years Game Informer
  5. Roundup: Here's What The First Previews Are Saying About Stranger Than Heaven Pure Xbox
 
AI Guardrails Aren’t Stopping Criminal Hackers - Wired Wed, 21 Oct 2026 14:00:00 GMT
Hackers around the world are all-in on using agentic AI to wage attacks—and manipulating tools like Anthropic’s Claude to help them carry out their crimes.
 
Our Favorite Darn Tough Merino Wool Socks Are on Sale at REI - Wired Wed, 21 Oct 2026 13:52:22 GMT
Get ready for winter: Darn Tough socks are on sale at REI and come with a lifetime warranty.
 
Elon Musk confirms Tesla and SpaceX merger talks - TechSpot Wed, 21 Oct 2026 13:49:00 GMT

Speaking during SpaceX's third-quarter earnings call on October 20, Musk said independent directors are examining a potential agreement. He's staying out of their discussions because his position at both firms creates a conflict of interest. The committees have yet to agree on terms.

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Telehealth Giant Hims Wants to Test Every Dude for Low Testosterone - Wired Wed, 21 Oct 2026 13:34:37 GMT
The company plans to offer testosterone replacement therapy, marking its first foray into prescribing controlled substances.
 
Roku Pro Series OLED TV Review (2026) - Wired Wed, 21 Oct 2026 13:21:18 GMT
It doesn’t reinvent the wheel, but with a friendly user interface, great remote, and below-average price, it doesn’t have to.
 
AMD brings FSR 4.1 upscaling to Radeon 6000 GPUs, Ryzen AI Max, and handhelds like the ROG Xbox Ally - TechSpot Wed, 21 Oct 2026 13:16:00 GMT

Owners of Radeon RX 6000 series GPUs and most of AMD's recent SoCs can now enable FSR 4.1 upscaling without mods like Optiscaler. The update, included in version 26.10.1 of AMD's graphics driver, aims to bring upscaling image quality closer to Nvidia's DLSS.

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Trump tells data center companies to make financial deals with local communities - TechSpot Wed, 21 Oct 2026 12:46:00 GMT

"I have watched the process closely, and data centers that were highly unpopular in a certain area, have become extremely popular when a financial deal is struck," Trump said in a Truth Social ⁠post.

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Microsoft: FSR 4.1 Coming "Very Soon" to Xbox Game Developers for Series X, Series S - Digital Foundry - Google Wed, 21 Oct 2026 12:37:00 GMT
  1. Microsoft: FSR 4.1 Coming "Very Soon" to Xbox Game Developers for Series X, Series S Digital Foundry
  2. When will Xbox Series X|S and Xbox Ally get FSR 4.1? Sooner than you think! Windows Central
  3. AMD just gave your old Radeon GPU a new lease on life PCWorld
  4. AMD FSR Upscaling 4.1 Boosts Frames and Image Quality on More Devices AMD
  5. AMD is bringing FSR 4.1 to Xbox consoles and handhelds The Verge
 
A Design Flaw in Share Links Exposes Users’ Personal Conversations With Meta’s Muse - Wired Wed, 21 Oct 2026 12:35:00 GMT
The company is suspending the feature after security researchers discovered how easy it was to access sensitive information shared with the AI assistant.
 
2 Hard Pills Every Couple Must Swallow To Be Happy, By A Psychologist - Forbes - Google Wed, 21 Oct 2026 12:30:19 GMT
2 Hard Pills Every Couple Must Swallow To Be Happy, By A Psychologist Forbes
 
Staples hackers created more than 15,000 gift cards, then went on a shopping spree - TechSpot Wed, 21 Oct 2026 12:03:00 GMT

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

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Apple iPhone Duo Review: Is It Worth It? - Wired Wed, 21 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMT
Apple made an astonishingly good first foldable. Now iOS and third-party apps need time to catch up.
 
Atlanta doesn't want a real-life RoboCop: City council unanimously backs ban on weaponized robots - TechSpot Wed, 21 Oct 2026 11:15:00 GMT

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

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Best Gifts for Mom (2026): Digital Wall Calendars, Better Bags, Personalized Jewelry, and More - Wired Wed, 21 Oct 2026 11:08:00 GMT
From a calendar that keeps my family organized to a frame that rescues photos from my camera roll, these favorites make thoughtful gifts.
 
Gaming Can’t Afford More Games the Size of ‘Grand Theft Auto VI’ - Wired Wed, 21 Oct 2026 11:00:00 GMT
Between crushing layoffs, ballooning budgets, and bland end products, video game makers need to stop chasing AAA glory.
 
Bud Light Boycotters Are Still Waiting for Their ‘Woke-Free’ Beer - Wired Wed, 21 Oct 2026 10:45:00 GMT
Ultra Right Beer, a brand launched in 2023 by MAGA political consultant Seth Weathers, has vanished from the internet with many deliveries unfulfilled.
 
OpenAI Invests in Startup That Uses Brain Implants to Detect Cancer - Wired Wed, 21 Oct 2026 10:30:00 GMT
It’s the latest in a growing wave of bets that AI companies are making on brain data.
 
Tod Machover’s new symphony plays with AI while reflecting on democracy - MIT Wed, 21 Oct 2026 04:00:00 GMT
The MIT composer’s inventive “already and not yet,” premiering at the Boston Symphony Orchestra, uses new AI tools to create interplay with musicians while thematically exploring the fortunes of democracy.
 
MIT student team CERBERUZ wins NASA LunaRecycle Centennial Challenge, turning lunar trash into tools - MIT Tue, 20 Oct 2026 21:30:00 GMT
The team took first prize in both the Prototype and Digital Twin tracks for its lunar waste recycling system.
 
The ocean’s most abundant “loner” microbe has a sticky second life - MIT Tue, 20 Oct 2026 21:15:00 GMT
Researchers in the Chisholm lab find Prochlorococcus can switch between drifting alone and living in attached communities, a discovery that could reshape estimates of how much carbon the ocean moves to the deep sea.
 
Beaver Works Summer Institute: A leader in transformational STEM education - MIT Tue, 20 Oct 2026 21:00:00 GMT
Jointly run by Lincoln Laboratory and the School of Engineering, the program has guided thousands of high school students to technical paths over the past 10 years.
 
TextNow’s $150 Yello Phone Is Customized for Kids and Pairs Up With a $20 Monthly Plan - CNET Tue, 20 Oct 2026 13:00:00 GMT
The lower-cost phone has a parent portal for managing calls and texts, checking the phone’s location, and enabling games.
 
MIT spinout makes surgical stitching more like applying a sticky note - MIT Tue, 20 Oct 2026 04:00:00 GMT
SanaHeal has developed a biologically compatible adhesive that sticks to wet tissues to simplify a variety of surgeries.
 
Symposium highlights MIT’s wide range of innovations for aging brain health - MIT Mon, 19 Oct 2026 21:15:00 GMT
In six talks, researchers from across MIT described projects aimed at advancing the understanding of and interventions against neurodegenerative diseases such as Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s, and ALS.
 
Giving AI a “crystal clear” view of the materials world - MIT Sun, 18 Oct 2026 04:00:00 GMT
New research can help AI models understand crystalline materials in 3D and reason about their properties.
 
Fostering community amid Kendall Square’s innovation - MIT Fri, 16 Oct 2026 16:00:00 GMT
The 18th annual Kendall Square Association Annual Meeting explored how new technologies could be a force for shared prosperity in society.
 
An Entire Swedish TV Show Got Deleted, and AI Got Blamed - CNET Fri, 16 Oct 2026 00:00:21 GMT
The TV network that airs the show says a backup system failed, but the raw material still exists.
 
Suzy Nelson transformed student life at MIT - MIT Thu, 15 Oct 2026 21:35:00 GMT
Over the last decade, the vice chancellor has refocused the Institute’s approach to student life to center on student well-being.
 
State of Supply Chain Sustainability Report finds corporate commitment at record high, but governance lags behind - MIT Thu, 15 Oct 2026 21:00:00 GMT
MIT's Center for Transportation and Logistics finds sustainability commitments are strong, but governance gaps and external disruptions prevent execution.
 
AI model decodes the language cells use to communicate - MIT Thu, 15 Oct 2026 20:50:00 GMT
A new computational approach reveals how cells communicate to assemble into tissues. This could accelerate stem cell engineering, improve disease models, and inform therapies.
 
Satellite data reveal how Antarctica’s ice cliffs behave over time - MIT Thu, 15 Oct 2026 18:00:00 GMT
The cliffs don’t always collapse in the runaway process that scientists had expected.
 
Q&A: The “collision” between AI, your brain, and society - MIT Thu, 15 Oct 2026 04:00:00 GMT
In a new book, Professor Eric So explores how the technology affects our thinking skills.
 
MIT remembers Thomas Rose, a brilliant researcher and generous colleague - MIT Wed, 14 Oct 2026 18:30:00 GMT
Faculty, students, staff, family, and friends gathered to remember the assistant professor and archaeometallurgist who died last month.
 
Researchers improve weather forecasts looking two to six weeks out - MIT Wed, 14 Oct 2026 15:00:00 GMT
A new machine-learning approach broke records for weather forecasting for an important time frame in emergency planning.
 
Hiroshi Ishii honored for contributions to global design and human-computer interaction - MIT Tue, 13 Oct 2026 21:10:00 GMT
MIT Media Lab professor received the IDSA Special Achievement Award for three decades of research integrating physical and digital environments.
 
Reprogrammed NK immune cells target cancer and autoimmune disorders - MIT Tue, 13 Oct 2026 09:00:00 GMT
A new approach can program these cells inside the body and shows promise against diseases caused by dysfunctional T cells, including lymphoma and autoimmune hepatitis.
 
Q&A: Building accountability behind our words — and AI’s — in civic conversations - MIT Tue, 13 Oct 2026 04:00:00 GMT
Professor Deb Roy contends there should be someone who is “answerable” for every piece of text in public life, no matter its origins.
 
Exploring how plants thrive in a changing environment - MIT Tue, 13 Oct 2026 04:00:00 GMT
Associate Professor David Des Marais studies how plants interact with their surroundings and adapt over time.
 
Economists Robert Hall PhD ’67 and Michael Woodford PhD ’83 share Nobel Prize - MIT Mon, 12 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMT
The MIT alumni are honored for work that illuminates how government policy can spur growth in response to economic downturns.
 
3 Questions: What is the best path forward for AI in academia? - MIT Thu, 08 Oct 2026 21:25:00 GMT
MIT Statistics and Data Science Center Director Alexander (Sasha) Rakhlin shares important considerations for departments and institutions.
 
Shape-sensing sheet digitally tracks its movement as it bends and twists - MIT Thu, 08 Oct 2026 18:00:00 GMT
Developed by MIT engineers, this flexible material could be used as a wearable, motion-monitoring “skin” in physical therapy, virtual reality, and gaming.
 
Using AI to mitigate the growing environmental threat of data centers - MIT Thu, 08 Oct 2026 04:00:00 GMT
By rethinking how large cloud computing systems operate, Associate Professor Christina Delimitrou seeks to make data centers more energy efficient.
 
Margaret Hamilton, computing pioneer who led software development for the Apollo program, dies at 90 - MIT Wed, 07 Oct 2026 20:55:00 GMT
Over two decades at MIT, Hamilton forged new paths in computer science and engineering. Her groundbreaking work included leading the team that programmed the first computers that took humans to the moon.
 
Turning the tide on Massachusetts shellfishing data - MIT Wed, 07 Oct 2026 19:55:00 GMT
MIT researchers built a cloud-based platform to help Massachusetts coastal towns and the state manage shellfishing closures, giving thousands of permit holders a clearer view of where they can fish.
 
Planning system ensures a robot’s flight path will remain collision-free - MIT Wed, 07 Oct 2026 04:00:00 GMT
This new method, called “SANDO,” could help disaster-response robots navigate dangerous, unknown environments.
 
Chris Bourg named vice provost and Barbara K. Ostrom (1978) Director of the MIT Libraries - MIT Tue, 06 Oct 2026 17:00:00 GMT
As director, Bourg has focused on digital access, open and equitable scholarly publishing, and expanded support for data-intensive research.
 
MIT announces the MIT for America initiative, to strengthen STEM education across the country - MIT Tue, 06 Oct 2026 15:00:00 GMT
The effort aims to help U.S. learners from kindergarten to community college, with an emphasis on math, making, and the constructive use of AI.
 
Astronomers catch a star slowly snacking on a brown dwarf, 300 light years away - MIT Mon, 05 Oct 2026 15:00:00 GMT
The discovery reveals a new way that stars and planetary companions can interact.
 
Met Warehouse dedication ceremony launches new era - MIT Fri, 02 Oct 2026 20:00:00 GMT
Once a storage castle, now a design stronghold, the landmark building is a major new hub at MIT.
 
MIT releases financials and endowment figures for 2026 - MIT Fri, 02 Oct 2026 20:00:00 GMT
The Institute’s pooled investments returned 10.3 percent last year; endowment stands at $29.2 billion.
 
3 Questions: A new resource to empower young entrepreneurs - MIT Fri, 02 Oct 2026 04:00:00 GMT
Martin Trust Center Managing Director Bill Aulet introduces Dear Dreamer, a free platform for middle and high school students who want to learn about entrepreneurship.
 
MIT class project turns into an FDA-cleared treatment for tremors - MIT Fri, 02 Oct 2026 04:00:00 GMT
Wristband device from Encora Therapeutics started as a project in 2.009, MIT’s iconic product-design class.
 
Governor Healey and President Kornbluth launch MIT Future Fest - MIT Thu, 01 Oct 2026 18:30:00 GMT
The new, five-day MIT event reaches takeoff with a forum about discovery and innovation.
 
This game-playing AI is the new champ at Stratego - MIT Wed, 30 Sep 2026 15:00:00 GMT
Able to defeat top-ranked human players and more efficient than other models, the new system could help decision-makers in military maneuvers or business negotiations.
 
Lung cancers can use two different mechanisms to evade KRAS-inhibiting drugs - MIT Wed, 30 Sep 2026 09:00:00 GMT
Some tumor cells develop resistance by amplifying the KRAS gene, while others change their tumor type, MIT researchers have found.
 
What to See in the Night Sky Before October Ends - CNET Tue, 29 Sep 2026 14:00:00 GMT
The Orionid meteor shower peaks this week, the full Hunter’s Moon rises Oct. 26 and Saturn is still at its brightest of the year.
 
Powered by muscle cells, a paper-thin robot swims through watery maze - MIT Tue, 29 Sep 2026 04:00:00 GMT
MIT engineers’ new aquabot offers a way to design small, efficient “biohybrid” robots.
 
Who we become when we talk to machines - MIT Tue, 29 Sep 2026 04:00:00 GMT
Professor Sherry Turkle’s new book, “Artificial Intimacy,” offers a withering critique of chatbots and the antisocial dynamics she believes they encourage.
 
The effects of an “algorithmic monoculture” depend on the details - MIT Tue, 29 Sep 2026 04:00:00 GMT
In a study focusing on hiring decisions, MIT researchers found the use of a single algorithm by many firms could benefit job seekers in certain situations.
 
Pressurized experiments could help wind farms generate more power - MIT Mon, 28 Sep 2026 15:00:00 GMT
A new way of simulating wind turbines in the field shows how tweaking turbine operation could unlock tens of thousands of dollars per turbine every year.
 
New formulation helps RNA vaccines withstand high temperatures - MIT Mon, 28 Sep 2026 09:00:00 GMT
MIT engineers have found a way to stabilize the lipid nanoparticles used to deliver RNA vaccines, which could allow the vaccines to be more widely distributed.
 
A new technique could accelerate the development of RNA therapies - MIT Fri, 25 Sep 2026 17:25:00 GMT
MIT chemical engineers found a way to rapidly produce lipid nanoparticles of varying sizes, which could make it easier to develop new vaccines and therapeutics.
 
“You're going to see the impact in 10 years” - President Kornbluth returns to GBH’s “Boston Public Radio” to discuss scientific funding and curiosity driven research - MIT Tue, 01 Sep 2026 04:00:00 GMT
Kornbluth weighed in on the consequences of cuts to federal funding for science and the value of curiosity driven research.
 
How We Test Projectors - CNET Thu, 10 Mar 2022 12:00:16 GMT
From contrast to color to input lag, I measure and compare home theater and portable projectors using instruments and my own two eyes.