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The US CFTC exempts "passive software" providers from broker registration if they never hold user assets, expanding crypto and prediction market online trading (Lydia Beyoud/Bloomberg) - Techmeme Fri, 18 Sep 2026 06:25:30 GMT

Lydia Beyoud / Bloomberg:
The US CFTC exempts “passive software” providers from broker registration if they never hold user assets, expanding crypto and prediction market online trading — The Commodity Futures Trading Commission moved to expand crypto and prediction market trading via online platforms …

 
World rolls out World Money, a self-custodial financial "super app" in 150+ countries that combines stablecoin payments, trading, earning, and virtual accounts (Jason Shubnell/The Block) - Techmeme Fri, 18 Sep 2026 06:01:29 GMT

Jason Shubnell / The Block:
World rolls out World Money, a self-custodial financial “super app” in 150+ countries that combines stablecoin payments, trading, earning, and virtual accounts — - World is rolling out World Money, a financial “super app” spanning stablecoins, investing, yield, and global payments in more than 150 countries.
 
Today’s NYT Strands Hints, Answers and Help for Sept. 18, #929 - CNET Fri, 18 Sep 2026 05:38:50 GMT
Here are hints and the answers for today’s NYT Strands puzzle for Sept. 18, 2026.
 
Sources: Apple plans to launch Apple Pay in India next month with Axis Bank's credit cards; Axis Bank is the fourth-largest credit card issuer in India (Reuters) - Techmeme Fri, 18 Sep 2026 05:30:02 GMT

Reuters:
Sources: Apple plans to launch Apple Pay in India next month with Axis Bank's credit cards; Axis Bank is the fourth-largest credit card issuer in India — Apple (AAPL.O) is poised to launch Apple Pay in India next month with Axis Bank's (AXBK.NS) credit cards, three sources familiar with the matter said …

 
Meta launches a Mac app for Muse after releasing the AI agent on iOS, Android, and the web earlier this month, allowing it to manage files, pull from apps, more (Jay Peters/The Verge) - Techmeme Fri, 18 Sep 2026 05:10:32 GMT

Jay Peters / The Verge:
Meta launches a Mac app for Muse after releasing the AI agent on iOS, Android, and the web earlier this month, allowing it to manage files, pull from apps, more — Follow topics and authors from this story to see more like this in your personalized homepage feed and to receive email updates.
 
Booking.com Promo Codes: 20% Off | September 2026 - Wired Fri, 18 Sep 2026 05:00:00 GMT
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Design Within Reach Promo Codes: 30% Off | September 2026 - Wired Fri, 18 Sep 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Get 30% off, 20% off, and free shipping with our Design Within Reach coupon codes, plus up to 50% off furniture with these special discounts.
 
25% Off Adidas Promo Code | September 2026 - Wired Fri, 18 Sep 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Save 15% or 30% with Adidas promo codes, plus explore Adidas deals for 40% off trendy sneakers.
 
iRobot Promo Code: 15% Off - Wired Fri, 18 Sep 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Save on iRobot products, including robot vacuums and mops designed to handle pet hair, daily messes, and hands-free cleaning with smart home integration.
 
Dyson Promo Codes: 25% Off in September 2026 - Wired Fri, 18 Sep 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Get 25% off with a Dyson coupon code, plus save up to $600 with discounts on vacuums, $150 off Airwraps, and more.
 
Dell Coupon Codes: 20% Off for September 2026 - Wired Fri, 18 Sep 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Get 20% off with verified Dell promo code, plus today’s coupons for up to $600 off laptops, Alienware monitors, and all things tech.
 
NordVPN Coupons: 75% Off, Plus 3 Months Free in September 2026 - Wired Fri, 18 Sep 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Save up to 77% on 2-year plans and get 3 free months with our NordVPN discount codes.
 
Zoro Coupon Codes: 20% Off September 2026 - Wired Fri, 18 Sep 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Find the best Zoro coupon codes, deals, and free shipping offers to save big on industrial equipment, tools, and supplies in September 2026.
 
Security researchers in an OpenAI bug bounty program hacked OpenAI, accessing its "monorepo" on GitHub, using a cybersecurity version of Opus 4.8 and Opus 5 (Robert McMillan/Wall Street Journal) - Techmeme Fri, 18 Sep 2026 04:40:33 GMT

Robert McMillan / Wall Street Journal:
Security researchers in an OpenAI bug bounty program hacked OpenAI, accessing its “monorepo” on GitHub, using a cybersecurity version of Opus 4.8 and Opus 5 — A bug-hunting independent security research team was able to access OpenAI's internal code system, exposing growing risks in automated cyber threats
 
Fueling a return journey from Mars - MIT Fri, 18 Sep 2026 04:00:00 GMT
PhD candidate Lanie McKinney is building technology to convert the Red Planet’s atmosphere into propellant for bringing astronauts home.
 
FF7 Revelation director Hamaguchi discusses the game’s 200GB size, DLC plans, and a new Tifa detail - Video Games Chronicle - Google Fri, 18 Sep 2026 03:51:43 GMT
  1. FF7 Revelation director Hamaguchi discusses the game’s 200GB size, DLC plans, and a new Tifa detail Video Games Chronicle
  2. Final Fantasy VII Revelation hands-on report: Into the Whirlwind Maze where Sephiroth awaits PlayStation.Blog
  3. Final Fantasy 7 Revelation Brings Back Snowboarding, And Red XIII Might Steal The Show Again GameSpot
  4. Final Fantasy 7 Revelation Director Reveals How The Witcher 3 Inspired Him IMDb
  5. Pre-order Final Fantasy VII Revelation via GameStop and get a bonus Steelbook Case GoNintendo
 
PrismML releases Bonsai 2 27B, which compresses Alibaba's Qwen3.8 27B to 5.9 GB, small enough for smartphones, while retaining 98.2% of Qwen's benchmark scores (Julie Bort/TechCrunch) - Techmeme Fri, 18 Sep 2026 03:05:00 GMT

Julie Bort / TechCrunch:
PrismML releases Bonsai 2 27B, which compresses Alibaba's Qwen3.8 27B to 5.9 GB, small enough for smartphones, while retaining 98.2% of Qwen's benchmark scores — If AI lab PrismML isn't on your radar yet, it should be — not because it's raised gobs of money (it hasn't yet …

 
A federal judge denies OpenAI's bid to see SpaceXAI's confidential settlement with Apple in an antitrust case, finding the materials irrelevant after a review (Hassan Ali Kanu/Politico) - Techmeme Fri, 18 Sep 2026 02:00:35 GMT

Hassan Ali Kanu / Politico:
A federal judge denies OpenAI's bid to see SpaceXAI's confidential settlement with Apple in an antitrust case, finding the materials irrelevant after a review — A federal judge has denied OpenAI's request to force the disclosure of a settlement agreement between Apple and SpaceXAI …

 
Surveillance Camera Security? It’s Completely Flocked! - Hack a Day Fri, 18 Sep 2026 02:00:18 GMT
Surveillance cameras from Flock Safety have become a controversial privacy battleground, as the communities in which they are installed wake up to their sinister potential, and stories roll in of …read more
 
An interview with OpenAI researcher Noam Brown about multi-agent systems, AI solving the Navier-Stokes problem, the internal/external model gap, and more (Dwarkesh Patel/Dwarkesh Podcast) - Techmeme Fri, 18 Sep 2026 01:30:02 GMT

Dwarkesh Patel / Dwarkesh Podcast:
An interview with OpenAI researcher Noam Brown about multi-agent systems, AI solving the Navier-Stokes problem, the internal/external model gap, and more — “We never want to be in a situation again where we underestimate the AI.” — New episode with Noam Brown.
 
The UN says it is working with Google on the UN System Data Commons, which lets users search for statistics from across UN agencies via natural-language queries (Jagmeet Singh/TechCrunch) - Techmeme Fri, 18 Sep 2026 00:30:01 GMT

Jagmeet Singh / TechCrunch:
The UN says it is working with Google on the UN System Data Commons, which lets users search for statistics from across UN agencies via natural-language queries — The United Nations on Thursday announced that it is working with Google to make its vast collection of global statistics easier for AI systems to access and use.
 
Anthropic says Claude "leads" 26% of its AI R&D work, up from 1% in March, and "collaborates" on 90%+, doing large chunks of work under close human direction (Shirin Ghaffary/Bloomberg) - Techmeme Thu, 17 Sep 2026 23:45:01 GMT

Shirin Ghaffary / Bloomberg:
Anthropic says Claude “leads” 26% of its AI R&D work, up from 1% in March, and “collaborates” on 90%+, doing large chunks of work under close human direction — More than a quarter of Anthropic PBC's research and development work for artificial intelligence …

 
Your CYD Is Now A Telly - Hack a Day Thu, 17 Sep 2026 23:00:55 GMT
The Cheap Yellow Display is an all-in-one ESP32 board with a touchscreen, that’s as the name suggests, cheap. It’s appeared in a great many projects since it emerged from the …read more
 
eGPUs do work, but they come with some notable limitations - Engadget Thu, 17 Sep 2026 23:00:00 GMT
You're probably better off buying a basic gaming PC than messing with an eGPU.
 
Google's revamped CC is an AI agent for families and groups - Engadget Thu, 17 Sep 2026 22:55:08 GMT
CC gives an AI agent its own Google account in your family or group and sends all members a daily briefing.
 
Razer's new $100 Kraken headset adds physical haptic feedback to over 100 supported games - TechSpot Thu, 17 Sep 2026 22:52:00 GMT

Razer has a new headset for players interested in feeling some "real" haptic feedback during their gaming sessions. The Kraken V4 X Sensa HD Haptics Edition employs the same Sensa HD Haptics technology used by Razer in previous products, vowing to provide deeper integration across the wide range of games...

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Congratulations, World: A New Supercute Cat Species Has Been Found - CNET Thu, 17 Sep 2026 22:47:49 GMT
After more than a century, Leopardus tilcayo has arrived to astound scientists, and we want to take it home.
 
A NASA Scientist Found a Huge New Crater on the Moon by Accident - CNET Thu, 17 Sep 2026 22:45:21 GMT
It’s unlikely another crater this big will be discovered in our lifetime.
 
Apple Watch Series 12 reviews: two-day battery life and better health tracking - TechSpot Thu, 17 Sep 2026 22:36:00 GMT
The latest Apple Watch brings meaningful upgrades to battery life, health tracking, and everyday performance while keeping the same starting price. Reviewers praise the new health sensors, improved Siri, and battery life that can now stretch to two days.
 
RFK Jr. names 8 new members to influential preventive medicine task force - ArsTechnica Thu, 17 Sep 2026 22:31:28 GMT
The USPSTF sets insurance coverage from preventive services, like colonoscopies.
 
Diablo 5 Has Officially Been Confirmed For PC - Kotaku - Google Thu, 17 Sep 2026 22:30:18 GMT
  1. Diablo 5 Has Officially Been Confirmed For PC Kotaku
  2. Diablo V: Forging the Next Era Blizzard News
  3. 'The procedural world gives us a lot of levers to pull' — Diablo 5 will tell three stories, including the 'terror forming' of Sanctuary by Diablo's Dread Commanders, who will 'transform the environment' into unique biomes, Blizzard says TechRadar
  4. No more Diablo 4 expansions are planned, but there's 'a lot of room' for more storytelling in the lead-up to Diablo 5 PC Gamer
  5. Diablo Himself Didn’t Get Dedicated Diablo 4 DLC Because ‘Diablo’s Very Demanding,’ Devs Say Kotaku
 
Anthropic says Claude 'leads' 26 percent of its AI R&D work - Engadget Thu, 17 Sep 2026 22:30:01 GMT
The company shared the stat alongside three measurements that help communicate the pace of AI development.
 
Here’s What the AI Apocalypse Could Look Like - Wired Thu, 17 Sep 2026 22:20:21 GMT
This week on “Uncanny Valley,” we discuss three possible AI doomsday scenarios, AI safety, and the unexpected bipartisan alliance forming against AI.
 
FAA says laser strikes on aircraft fell for the third consecutive year - Engadget Thu, 17 Sep 2026 22:15:46 GMT
The FAA says the 4,470 laser strikes recorded so far this year is "still too high."
 
iPhone 18 Pro vs. Pixel 11 Pro: The New Apple and Google Pro Phones Are Quite Different - CNET Thu, 17 Sep 2026 22:15:15 GMT
Both Apple and Google raised the price of their 2026 flagship phones by $100, but which one deserves the higher price tag? I compared the specs of iPhone 18 Pro and Pixel 11 Pro to find out.
 
MPC-HC 2.8.2 adds ReplayGain support and playback improvements - TechSpot Thu, 17 Sep 2026 22:15:00 GMT
MPC-HC is a lightweight and highly customizable Windows media player, with strong codec support through its bundled LAV Filters and excellent compatibility with advanced renderers. Version 2.8.2 adds ReplayGain volume normalization, smoother seeking and file launching. For more recommended playback and streaming apps, check out our Essentials Software guide.
 
Anthropic redesigns Claude projects, letting users describe work in one conversation and have Claude manage it across parallel threads, starting in Claude Code (Claude) - Techmeme Thu, 17 Sep 2026 22:15:00 GMT

Claude:
Anthropic redesigns Claude projects, letting users describe work in one conversation and have Claude manage it across parallel threads, starting in Claude Code — A new experience for Claude projects, now available in beta in Claude Code — https://claude.com/blog/projects- redesigned
 
Small AI models let drones autonomously identify and attack battlefield targets - ArsTechnica Thu, 17 Sep 2026 22:12:58 GMT
Scaleout deploys decentralized AI-driven learning to military bases and drones.
 
The Last of Us Game Director Finds Modern AAA Games 'Boring,' Says He's 'Not Excited' by God of War Laufey's Gameplay - ign.com - Google Thu, 17 Sep 2026 22:09:47 GMT
The Last of Us Game Director Finds Modern AAA Games 'Boring,' Says He's 'Not Excited' by God of War Laufey's Gameplay ign.com
 
I Used AI to Animate Old Family Photos. One Was Creepy, but the Other Was Heartwarming - CNET Thu, 17 Sep 2026 22:07:52 GMT
Can memories be memorialized forever with AI? Or is there something uncanny about feeding childhood pictures to the machine?
 
Team Behind Popular Ocarina Of Time PC Port Admit To Using AI For Years And Now Fans Are Freaking Out About 'Vibecoded Slop' - Kotaku - Google Thu, 17 Sep 2026 22:00:44 GMT
Team Behind Popular Ocarina Of Time PC Port Admit To Using AI For Years And Now Fans Are Freaking Out About 'Vibecoded Slop' Kotaku
 
Finally, You Can Paint Your Kitchen to Match Your Slow Cooker - CNET Thu, 17 Sep 2026 21:53:55 GMT
Crock-Pot and Valspar are the duo we didn’t know we needed.
 
DoorDash Can Now Deliver Your Ginormous Costco Order the Same Day - CNET Thu, 17 Sep 2026 21:38:13 GMT
Uber Eats also expanded its Costco delivery service from 17 states to 47.
 
Breville’s Eye Q Uses an Optic Sensor for Flawless Toast. Here’s My Review - CNET Thu, 17 Sep 2026 21:24:43 GMT
The Eye Q may be too pricey for most households, but it’ll dazzle toast lovers with a padded budget.
 
Roku Just Added More Than 30 Streaming Bundles to Help People Save Money - CNET Thu, 17 Sep 2026 21:05:55 GMT
Here’s a look at pricing and some of the most enticing packages for HBO Max, Starz, Hallmark Plus and more.
 
OpenAI launches Astra for Law, combining GPT-6 Astra with a legal search index and instructions for legal analysis and writing, initially for select law firms (OpenAI) - Techmeme Thu, 17 Sep 2026 21:05:01 GMT

OpenAI:
OpenAI launches Astra for Law, combining GPT-6 Astra with a legal search index and instructions for legal analysis and writing, initially for select law firms — Our most powerful model, configured into a new AI foundation for law. — Explore solutions for law Contact Legal sales
 
Anthropic outlines metrics to track AI development at frontier labs: how much AI R&D is done by AI, how well agents are overseen, and how compute is allocated (Anthropic) - Techmeme Thu, 17 Sep 2026 20:55:01 GMT

Anthropic:
Anthropic outlines metrics to track AI development at frontier labs: how much AI R&D is done by AI, how well agents are overseen, and how compute is allocated — AI systems are becoming exponentially more powerful and have begun to automate more of the process of building themselves.
 
Meet the 2026 tenured professors in the School of Humanities, Arts, and Social Sciences - MIT Thu, 17 Sep 2026 20:50:00 GMT
Faculty members granted tenure in Comparative Media Studies/Writing, Economics, Political Science, and Theater.
 
Google announces new experimental "CC" AI agent for families - Ars Technica - Google Thu, 17 Sep 2026 20:24:34 GMT
  1. Google announces new experimental "CC" AI agent for families Ars Technica
  2. The new CC, an AI agent built for families blog.google
  3. Google’s revamping its ‘CC’ AI as an organizing agent for families. The Verge
  4. Google's Revamped CC Is An AI Agent For Families And Groups Engadget
  5. Google's CC AI Agent Expands to Families in Consumer Push The Tech Buzz
 
Google announces new experimental "CC" AI agent for families - ArsTechnica Thu, 17 Sep 2026 20:24:34 GMT
Multiple family members can share data to help the agent make plans and complete tasks.
 
26 Amazon Prime Perks You Might Know You Have (2026) - Wired Thu, 17 Sep 2026 20:21:04 GMT
Your membership gets you more than free two-day shipping. Here’s what you may be missing ahead of Amazon Prime Big Deal Days.
 
MIT School of Engineering faculty and staff receive awards in spring 2026 - MIT Thu, 17 Sep 2026 20:20:00 GMT
Faculty members and researchers were honored in recognition of their scholarship, service, and overall excellence.
 
Microsoft exec called AI scraping the “largest theft of labor in human history” - ArsTechnica Thu, 17 Sep 2026 20:10:41 GMT
Microsoft, OpenAI emails reveal fear of AI “doom loop” killing news orgs.
 
Andrew Ng says renewed AI extinction warnings are "much more science fiction than science" and the latest "wave of PR" is probably intended to shape regulation (Micah Barkley/Bloomberg) - Techmeme Thu, 17 Sep 2026 20:01:20 GMT

Micah Barkley / Bloomberg:
Andrew Ng says renewed AI extinction warnings are “much more science fiction than science” and the latest “wave of PR” is probably intended to shape regulation — Artificial intelligence pioneer Andrew Ng said warnings about existential AI risks from researchers …

 
Keep Your Back Cool While Others Melt - Hack a Day Thu, 17 Sep 2026 20:00:04 GMT
With an El Niño event in full swing those of us in the northern hemisphere have just had a roasting hot summer, and those in the southern are about to …read more
 
The AI ‘Slowdown’ Is an Antitrust Mess - Wired Thu, 17 Sep 2026 19:58:28 GMT
By framing their efforts as a “slowdown” rather than an industry-wide push for better security standards, AI labs may have set themselves up for years of regulatory headaches.
 
Wolverine Player Breaks Free Of Its Levels To Explore Its Larger, Unfinished World - Kotaku - Google Thu, 17 Sep 2026 19:40:19 GMT
Wolverine Player Breaks Free Of Its Levels To Explore Its Larger, Unfinished World Kotaku
 
The 50 Most Influential People in Tech - The Information - Google Thu, 17 Sep 2026 19:37:52 GMT
The 50 Most Influential People in Tech The Information
 
NYT court filing: ChatGPT's head wrote that publishers face an "existential threat" from AI, and a Microsoft director called AI training "an astonishing theft" (Financial Times) - Techmeme Thu, 17 Sep 2026 19:35:01 GMT

Financial Times:
NYT court filing: ChatGPT's head wrote that publishers face an “existential threat” from AI, and a Microsoft director called AI training “an astonishing theft” — Lawyers say AI co-founder Greg Brockman was ‘motivated by the gazillions’ he hoped to gain from models trained on copyrighted content
 
New iPhone 18 Pro Models Will Have Day One Update - MacRumors - Google Thu, 17 Sep 2026 19:25:05 GMT
  1. New iPhone 18 Pro Models Will Have Day One Update MacRumors
  2. iOS 27 Is Here. These Are the Best New Features, Including a Smarter Siri. The New York Times
  3. Apple releases test of redesigned Siri AI before iPhone 18 hits stores this week CNBC
  4. Apple Says iPhone Duo Will Run iOS 27.1 at Launch in October CNET
  5. Major updates for Apple’s software platforms are now available Apple
 
Understanding the world, from the Cold War to the age of AI - MIT Thu, 17 Sep 2026 19:25:00 GMT
For 75 years, the Center for International Studies has brought together social scientists, engineers, and practitioners to understand global change, shape public debate, and address generational challenges.
 
Customer Data Permanently Lost in Iran Strikes on Amazon Data Centers - Wired Thu, 17 Sep 2026 19:15:00 GMT
Amazon Web Services didn’t design its data centers to withstand war, and now the company admits it can’t recover what’s been lost.
 
Republican bill would order ISPs, DNS providers, and VPNs to block piracy sites - ArsTechnica Thu, 17 Sep 2026 19:07:28 GMT
Bill would help rightsholders obtain court orders to block foreign piracy sites.
 
AMD’s first 192GB laptop reaches reviewers with Ryzen AI Max+ PRO 495 - VideoCardz.com - Google Thu, 17 Sep 2026 19:06:39 GMT
  1. AMD’s first 192GB laptop reaches reviewers with Ryzen AI Max+ PRO 495 VideoCardz.com
  2. HP ZBook Ultra G3a 16 Preview: 192GB of Unified Memory Aims for the Top of the Local AI Laptop Leaderboard StorageReview.com
  3. Perplexity’s new agent runs entirely on your GPU — with one expensive catch The New Stack
  4. Perplexity’s local AI agent comes to Windows, but only for RTX GPUs with at least 24GB of VRAM — Portable Computer brings AI for multistep tasks to compatible PCs Tom's Hardware
  5. HP Announces an AMD-Powered Portable Workstation Thurrott.com
 
US-Iran war permanently damaged Amazon's AWS infrastructure in the Middle East - TechSpot Thu, 17 Sep 2026 19:01:00 GMT

Amazon recently confirmed that Iran's threats against US tech corporations were all but real. The company provided a few updates on the health of its AWS services in the Middle East, stating that some of its facilities have been damaged to the point of becoming completely inoperable for the foreseeable...

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Xbox One’s Catastrophic DRM Is The Reason It Can Now Offer Disc-To-Digital - Kotaku - Google Thu, 17 Sep 2026 19:00:41 GMT
  1. Xbox One’s Catastrophic DRM Is The Reason It Can Now Offer Disc-To-Digital Kotaku
  2. Xbox’s original disc-to-digital plan was much more wholesome, back in 2011 at least notebookcheck.net
  3. Xbox's Disc-to-Digital Program Traces Roots to 2011 Digital Ownership Plan finance.biggo.com
  4. Microsoft Laid the Groundwork for XBOX Disc-to-Digital 15 Years Ago Windows Report
  5. Microsoft Reportedly Explored The Idea of True Xbox Digital Ownership in 2011 Nexus Hub
 
Candy Crush developers are planning a strike for next week - Engadget Thu, 17 Sep 2026 18:58:17 GMT
King's staff want to get negotiations back on track after years of bargaining.
 
GTA 6 Online Releasing In 2027 Says Twitch CEO After Talks With Rockstar - RockstarINTEL - Google Thu, 17 Sep 2026 18:49:12 GMT
  1. GTA 6 Online Releasing In 2027 Says Twitch CEO After Talks With Rockstar RockstarINTEL
  2. Twitch CEO Urges Game Firms to Avoid Attention Vortex of ‘GTA 6’ bloomberg.com
  3. GTA 6 Online Reportedly Not Launching Until 2027 VGChartz
  4. GTA Online for GTA VI will appear approximately a year after the story game GameGPU
  5. GTA 6 Online Release Window Leaked By Surprising Source VICE
 
The AI Slowdown Debate Crashed Salesforce’s Party - Wired Thu, 17 Sep 2026 18:42:25 GMT
The Dreamforce conference became an unlikely battleground for the CEOs of OpenAI, Anthropic, and Nvidia to debate whether AI development should slow down.
 
Photographer Austin Mann reviews the iPhone 18 Pro camera - 9to5Mac - Google Thu, 17 Sep 2026 18:37:00 GMT
  1. Photographer Austin Mann reviews the iPhone 18 Pro camera 9to5Mac
  2. The latest iPhone, Apple Watch, and AirPods lineups arrive in stores worldwide Apple
  3. The iPhone 18 Pro’s big camera update is all about the small gains The Verge
  4. I tested the iPhone 18 Pro Max for a week. Here’s why I wish I were buying it CNN
  5. The iPhone 18 Pro Brings 3 Upgrades That Will Make My Traveling Life So Much Easier CNET
 
LLMs respond differently to harmful prompts when AI watermarking is used - ArsTechnica Thu, 17 Sep 2026 18:33:13 GMT
SynthID can cause models to follow harmful instructions they would otherwise refuse.
 
Why Wave Energy is the Final Frontier of Renewable Energy - Hack a Day Thu, 17 Sep 2026 18:30:20 GMT
With the Earth’s atmosphere being effectively just a less dense fluid than the oceans around us, it’s reasonable to ask why we got wind turbines and wind mills quite literally …read more
 
Lincoln Laboratory summer research interns take on national security challenges - MIT Thu, 17 Sep 2026 18:30:00 GMT
Anna Raymaker and Vivek Jagadeesh tackled cybersecurity threats to ships and inside operating systems, respectively.
 
A judge ruled Google broke antitrust law, then let it keep its entire ad-tech business - TechSpot Thu, 17 Sep 2026 18:12:00 GMT

US District Judge Leonie M. Brinkema concluded that divestiture was "neither realistic nor needed," even after finding last year that Google had violated antitrust law in its handling of the ad-tech market. Instead, the ruling calls for changes to how Google's advertising tools operate. Google must make its products interoperable...

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Activision Calls Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 'The Epic Conclusion,' Leaving Fans Wondering What's Next - ign.com - Google Thu, 17 Sep 2026 18:09:53 GMT
  1. Activision Calls Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 'The Epic Conclusion,' Leaving Fans Wondering What's Next ign.com
  2. 'Call of Duty: MW4' Officially Reveals Hollywood A-Lister as Its Bad Guy Polygon.com
  3. Tokyo Games Show Campaign Trailer Blizzard News
  4. North Korea Invades South Korea: Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 Campaign Trailer Revealed Inven Global
  5. What's the story of Modern Warfare 4? gamingnexus.com
 
IV drips used for "detoxification" actually filled with toxins; dozens poisoned - ArsTechnica Thu, 17 Sep 2026 17:43:50 GMT
The IV drips included glutathione, which was not made to be injected.
 
Microsoft will reveal what's next for Windows and Surface next month, Nvidia RTX Spark included - TechSpot Thu, 17 Sep 2026 17:32:00 GMT

The event is expected to cover Windows, Surface, Nvidia RTX Spark, and the broader PC market. It kicks off at 10am Pacific time, 1pm Eastern.

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2026 Hyundai Ioniq 5: Here's what we still like, here's what annoys us - ArsTechnica Thu, 17 Sep 2026 17:30:30 GMT
It’s spacious, efficient, and charges very quickly. But what about reliability concerns?
 
Bose Just Dropped New Sport Open Earbuds and Ultra Open Earbuds (2nd Gen) - CNET Thu, 17 Sep 2026 17:15:31 GMT
Bose’s upgraded $299 top-of-the-line open buds feature improved sound and battery life, while the totally new $199 Sport Open Earbuds are designed for active use.
 
Bose Just Dropped New Sport Open Earbuds and Ultra Open Earbuds (2nd Gen) - CNET - Google Thu, 17 Sep 2026 17:15:31 GMT
  1. Bose Just Dropped New Sport Open Earbuds and Ultra Open Earbuds (2nd Gen) CNET
  2. Bose Unveils $199 Sports Earbuds With Cuff-Shaped Wraparound Design bloomberg.com
  3. Bose’s next open earbuds have more bass, more volume, and more battery life The Verge
  4. Bose Is Back in the Open Wireless Earbuds Game gizmodo.com
  5. Bose Refreshes Its Ultra Open Earbuds And Adds A New Sport Model To The Lineup Engadget
 
‘Halloween: The Game’ Developers Tease What’s Next… - Bloody Disgusting - Google Thu, 17 Sep 2026 17:14:11 GMT
  1. ‘Halloween: The Game’ Developers Tease What’s Next… Bloody Disgusting
  2. Halloween: The Game has already lured over 1 million players DLCompare.com
  3. ‘Halloween’ Officially Changes Original 1978 Film, Answers Franchise's Greatest Mystery After 48 Years Inside the Magic
  4. Halloween: The Game Review (2026) – A Second Opinion JoBlo
  5. OVER 1 MILLION PLAYERS halloweengame.com
 
Snap's Specs AR glasses are now on pre-order, Verizon is offering data plans for them - GSMArena.com news - GSMArena.com - Google Thu, 17 Sep 2026 17:14:02 GMT
  1. Snap's Specs AR glasses are now on pre-order, Verizon is offering data plans for them - GSMArena.com news GSMArena.com
  2. Snap launches $2,195 Specs smart glasses Yahoo Finance
  3. Verizon launches SPECS 5G AR glasses | About Verizon Verizon
  4. Making Computing More Human with SPECS Snap Newsroom
  5. Snap tries to bring AR glasses to enterprise market, partnering with Nvidia, AWS and Salesforce CNBC
 
The US Military Can’t Stop Talking About Space Weapons - CNET Thu, 17 Sep 2026 17:02:35 GMT
Three senior military officials have confirmed the US has space weapons this week. Why now?
 
Lofi Girl returns with a new house music station and vinyl compilation - Engadget Thu, 17 Sep 2026 17:00:00 GMT
The old "where'd lofi girl go" trick again, I see.
 
Scammers have been inserting fake songs onto real artist's pages on Spotify and other platforms - Engadget Thu, 17 Sep 2026 16:37:26 GMT
A distribution loophole lets scammers collect royalties uploading fake songs to profiles for real bands.
 
Covert uploads and megalomania: OpenAI details new "misaligned" agent incidents - ArsTechnica Thu, 17 Sep 2026 16:18:34 GMT
Model maker commits to new framework for reporting misaligned models.
 
50 New macOS Golden Gate Features and Changes Worth Checking Out - MacRumors - Google Thu, 17 Sep 2026 16:18:20 GMT
  1. 50 New macOS Golden Gate Features and Changes Worth Checking Out MacRumors
  2. macOS 27 Golden Gate: The Ars Technica review Ars Technica
  3. macOS 27: new Siri takes on AI productivity apps TechCrunch
  4. macOS 27 is available now The Verge
  5. 12 macOS 27 Golden Gate features you need to try right away Macworld
 
Lucid and Bolt plan to deploy at least 25,000 robotaxis across Europe - Engadget Thu, 17 Sep 2026 16:08:47 GMT
At least that's the hope.
 
iPhone 18 Pro Max Test Shows Much Faster Charging From 0% to 100% - MacRumors - Google Thu, 17 Sep 2026 16:07:48 GMT
  1. iPhone 18 Pro Max Test Shows Much Faster Charging From 0% to 100% MacRumors
  2. The iPhone 18 Pro Max is the fastest-charging iPhone ever - GSMArena.com news GSMArena.com
  3. iPhone 18 Pro Comes Without a Charger, Just as UGREEN 160W Nexode Pro Is Back at a Record Low on Amazon Kotaku
  4. iPhone 18 Pro setup: How to set a charge limit and still charge to full macobserver.com
  5. juice® reveals latest colour-match collection as iPhone 18 drops Retail Times
 
Someone finally cracked the PlayStation 2's security chip, 26 years later - TechSpot Thu, 17 Sep 2026 16:06:00 GMT

Reverse-engineering enthusiast "DiscoStarslayer" recently announced that the MechaCon security chip used in PlayStation 2 consoles has finally been dumped. The "secret" chip is now being fully documented, which should help developers with modding projects designed for original hardware.

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Gears of War: E-Day Has Gone Gold, Pre-Install Begins September 29, Full PC Specifications Revealed - XBOX Wire - Google Thu, 17 Sep 2026 16:03:44 GMT
  1. Gears of War: E-Day Has Gone Gold, Pre-Install Begins September 29, Full PC Specifications Revealed XBOX Wire
  2. Gears Of War: E-Day On PC Won’t Let You Play Without A Ray Tracing-Capable GPU GameSpot
  3. Gears of War: E-Day goes gold, PC requirements revealed Neowin
  4. Exclusive: Meet Gears of War’s new monster, the ‘flying testicle’ Polygon.com
  5. Mysterious Gears of War: E-Day Achievement May Be The First Xbox Platinum Trophy IMDb
 
Two years after Israel's pager attacks in Lebanon, teenage survivor rebuilds his life - Reuters - Google Thu, 17 Sep 2026 16:03:00 GMT
Two years after Israel's pager attacks in Lebanon, teenage survivor rebuilds his life Reuters
 
Dragon Slayer: The Legend of Heroes I & II announced for PS5, PS4, Switch, and PC - Gematsu - Google Thu, 17 Sep 2026 15:59:13 GMT
  1. Dragon Slayer: The Legend of Heroes I & II announced for PS5, PS4, Switch, and PC Gematsu
  2. Edia announces Dragon Slayer: The Legend of Heroes 1 & 2 for Nintendo Switch, Psikyo Memories and Toshinden Collection for Switch 2 Nintendo Everything
  3. Two Major JRPG Titles Will Return to Modern Platforms DualShockers
  4. Edia Re-Releases Falcom's Dragon Slayer: The Legend of Heroes I & II Games animenewsnetwork.com
  5. Dragon Slayer: The Legend Of Heroes I & II Switch Port Playable At Tokyo Game Show 2026, Adds New Voice Acting Noisy Pixel
 
Another Miserably Hot Summer Is Nearly Over. NOAA Says It’s the Worst on Record - CNET Thu, 17 Sep 2026 15:46:33 GMT
The heat was immense, and that’s bad news for already rising utility bills.
 
EPA immediately sued over plans to repeal climate rules for power plants - ArsTechnica Thu, 17 Sep 2026 15:38:04 GMT
Public health groups warn EPA rule will cost Americans billions in health bills.
 
Eye-D Badge Catches Your Attention - Hack a Day Thu, 17 Sep 2026 15:30:35 GMT
Head out to your next corporate conference, and you’ll probably be handed a little paper badge in a plastic holder so people can learn what to call you (or whether …read more
 
Fusion startups keep promising power plants, the physics still says otherwise - TechSpot Thu, 17 Sep 2026 15:22:00 GMT

Pacific Fusion recently broke ground on a test facility in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Helion Energy says it plans to provide electricity to Microsoft by 2028. Other companies are aiming to build commercial plants in the 2030s.

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Celebs Reportedly Begged Apple CEO for Unreleased $1,999 Foldable iPhone - Complex - Google Thu, 17 Sep 2026 15:17:18 GMT
  1. Celebs Reportedly Begged Apple CEO for Unreleased $1,999 Foldable iPhone Complex
  2. Live Q&A: Ask Me Your Questions About iPhone Duo, iOS 27, the New Siri and More WSJ
  3. Zacks Investment Ideas feature highlights: Apple, Taiwan and Alphabet's Yahoo Finance
  4. iPhone Duo a godsend for mini iPhone fans, minus the price AppleInsider
  5. Widow’s Bay Caps Winning Week for Apple Barron's
 
Celebrate Pokéween with Play! Pokémon Events - Pokemon.com - Google Thu, 17 Sep 2026 15:05:43 GMT
Celebrate Pokéween with Play! Pokémon Events Pokemon.com
 
Razer refreshes the one-handed Tartarus Pro keyboard with improved switches - Engadget Thu, 17 Sep 2026 15:00:00 GMT
The new version of this keyboard-like thingamajig will have some small improvements.
 
T-Mobile adds monthly fee to a new iPhone feature for customers - thestreet.com - Google Thu, 17 Sep 2026 14:47:00 GMT
  1. T-Mobile adds monthly fee to a new iPhone feature for customers thestreet.com
  2. T-Mobile Is the First Carrier to Support Apple’s iPhone Handoff, but It’ll Cost $5 a Month CNET
  3. Verizon rival suddenly rolls out $5 monthly fee for iPhone users with new feature the-sun.com
  4. No timeline for local iPhone Handoff telco support WhistleOut
  5. iPhone Handoff: Only one device active, MultiSIM required heise.de
 
AMD's next GPUs could bring neural rendering to the PS6 and next Xbox - TechSpot Thu, 17 Sep 2026 14:41:00 GMT

In a recent post on the AnandTech forums, trusted leaker Kepler_L2 claimed that AMD's next-generation graphics hardware will support its take on neural lighting, which Nvidia recently introduced with DLSS 5. The move could significantly expand the technology's reach beyond PCs using Nvidia's high-end graphics cards.

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Bill Skarsgård Cast As The Lead In Physint, Kojima's Metal Gear Solid Spiritual Successor - Game Informer - Google Thu, 17 Sep 2026 14:38:00 GMT
  1. Bill Skarsgård Cast As The Lead In Physint, Kojima's Metal Gear Solid Spiritual Successor Game Informer
  2. Bill Skarsgard to Star in Hideo Kojima’s ‘Physint’ Video Game From Xbox variety.com
  3. PlayStation Ditched Hideo Kojima’s ‘Physint’ on Budget Concerns, Missed Deadlines bloomberg.com
  4. BILL SKARSGÅRD CONFIRMED AS THE LEAD ROLE IN PHYSINT Kojima Productions
  5. Tokyo Game Show 2026: Bill Skarsgård Cast as Lead Role in PHYSINT XBOX Wire
 
After being sidelined, Boeing's Starliner to get starring role in NASA's spaceflight plans - ArsTechnica Thu, 17 Sep 2026 14:37:37 GMT
"They should fly their capsule. The government paid a lot of money for that."
 
'Going With This Price Point Will Help Us Be an 'And' Game' — Valor Mortis Publisher Explains Decision to Go With $40 for Promising Soulslike Amid Fall Crush - ign.com - Google Thu, 17 Sep 2026 14:14:57 GMT
  1. 'Going With This Price Point Will Help Us Be an 'And' Game' — Valor Mortis Publisher Explains Decision to Go With $40 for Promising Soulslike Amid Fall Crush ign.com
  2. Five things we’ve learned about Japan’s games industry, plus how GTA 6 influenced Valor Mortis’ $40 price point The Game Business
  3. Valor Mortis is only $40 because its developer knows you'll be choosing from a lot of big games over this "stacked" autumn Eurogamer.net
  4. Game’s Price Is Lower Because This Fall Is So Packed, Dev Admits GameSpot
  5. $40 for 20 Hours: Valor Mortis Developers Explain Why They Didn't Overprice Their Soulslike ixbt.games
 
Hackers stole a Flock camera and found 27,321 video clips, 1.6 million images, and an encryption key - TechSpot Thu, 17 Sep 2026 14:13:00 GMT

The group, calling itself stegan0gram, said it removed and disarmed the hardware before reverse engineering the camera and its associated solar equipment.

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XBOX @ Tokyo Game Show 2026: All the Announcements, Including an Appearance by Hideo Kojima - XBOX Wire - Google Thu, 17 Sep 2026 14:10:05 GMT
  1. XBOX @ Tokyo Game Show 2026: All the Announcements, Including an Appearance by Hideo Kojima XBOX Wire
  2. These are all the new Xbox games and trailers shown at Tokyo Game Show 2026 windowscentral.com
  3. Gamers try Final Fantasy and Grand Theft Auto demos in Tokyo Yahoo
  4. Tokyo Game Show sees sharp drop in China exhibitors as ties worsen asia.nikkei.com
  5. If You're an Earth Defense Force Fan, You Should Go to Makuhari – And to the D3PUBLISHER Booth. [TGS2026 Special Feature] ASCII.jp
 
FCC ISM Rules May Shatter Lora Mesh Communities - Hack a Day Thu, 17 Sep 2026 14:00:55 GMT
Although everyone has their own reasons for exploring a new hobby, one of the driving factors behind the popularity of Meshtastic and MeshCore has been the incredible accessibility offered by …read more
 
A dolphin named Bubbles makes other fish vomit, then eats it - ArsTechnica Thu, 17 Sep 2026 13:57:14 GMT
"Dolphins are predators and actively hunt their prey, whether it's been stolen from another species or not.”
 
Apple could return to the server market with M8 Ultra hardware and Nvidia networking - TechSpot Thu, 17 Sep 2026 13:51:00 GMT

According to a report in The Information, Apple is considering versions with either two or four M8 Ultra chips. It is also discussing whether to use Nvidia's NVLink Fusion technology to connect the chips. NVLink Fusion combines hardware and software designed to move data between processors. Apple's existing methods for...

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Microsoft patch gives domain-joined Windows PCs trust issues - The Register - Google Thu, 17 Sep 2026 13:45:00 GMT
  1. Microsoft patch gives domain-joined Windows PCs trust issues The Register
  2. Microsoft Issues Emergency Fixes After Massive Patch Tuesday Dark Reading
  3. Latest Windows September 2026 update apparently breaks printing, again Neowin
  4. Microsoft rolls out emergency update for Windows 11's latest patch — recent update causes crashes on AMD graphics, Explorer hang-ups, and broken third-party integrations Tom's Hardware
  5. Microsoft patches Windows and Excel – breaks audio, remote access, and paste The Register
 
Pokémon TCG's 30th Celebration Set Has Incredible Pull Rates, And It's Demolishing Resale Prices - Kotaku - Google Thu, 17 Sep 2026 13:30:08 GMT
  1. Pokémon TCG's 30th Celebration Set Has Incredible Pull Rates, And It's Demolishing Resale Prices Kotaku
  2. Best Pokémon TCG deal: Shop 30th Celebration Elite Trainer Box for under market price Mashable
  3. Pokémon card launch creates Glastonbury-style buzz BBC
  4. The Most Expensive Pokémon Cards From the 30th Anniversary Set Yahoo Sports
  5. Pokémon Frenzy: Fans drive soaring demand for 30th Anniversary trading cards fox61.com
 
CLIVE BARKER'S HELLRAISER: REVIVAL Takes Us To The Scarlet Church With NSFW New Trailer - Fangoria - Google Thu, 17 Sep 2026 13:29:10 GMT
  1. CLIVE BARKER'S HELLRAISER: REVIVAL Takes Us To The Scarlet Church With NSFW New Trailer Fangoria
  2. Hellraiser: Revival Blends Resident Evil Puzzles With Brutal Combat, But Genesis Configuration Steals The Show Wccftech
  3. Clive Barker’s Hellraiser: Revival PC Demo Released DSOGaming
  4. Clive Barker's Hellraiser: Revival drops free demo, perfect for Resident Evil lovers GAMINGbible
  5. Enter the Scarlet Church in new ‘Hellraiser: Revival’ Trailer Horror News Network
 
Grandmother jailed for six months after facial recognition mistake launches $10 million lawsuit against Fargo and detective - TechSpot Thu, 17 Sep 2026 13:26:00 GMT

In July 2025, a team of US Marshals arrested 50-year-old Lipps in Tennessee at gunpoint while she was babysitting four young children. She was booked into the county jail in Tennessee as a fugitive from justice wanted in North Dakota.

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Europe's EU Kids Act would ban social media access for children under 13 - Engadget Thu, 17 Sep 2026 13:16:11 GMT
It's the most sweeping proposal yet to limit kids' access to social media.
 
Valve says Nvidia GeForce support for SteamOS is progressing, but could take years - TechSpot Thu, 17 Sep 2026 13:02:00 GMT

A Valve spokesperson recently told IGN that the company is working hard to make Nvidia graphics drivers viable on SteamOS, the Linux distro powering the Steam Deck and Steam Machine. Introducing Nvidia hardware support would dramatically expand the appeal of Valve's OS and other Linux distros for third-party hardware manufacturers...

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Roku is giving users access to experimental apps with Roku Labs - Engadget Thu, 17 Sep 2026 13:00:00 GMT
Trying the apps out also entitles testers to giving feedback that will influence the final versions.
 
Bose refreshes its Ultra Open Earbuds and adds a new sport model to the lineup - Engadget Thu, 17 Sep 2026 13:00:00 GMT
Both new open-ear products go on sale next month.
 
Space Marines detachments – Salamanders, Raven Guard, and more - Warhammer Community - Google Thu, 17 Sep 2026 12:56:20 GMT
  1. Space Marines detachments – Salamanders, Raven Guard, and more Warhammer Community
  2. Warhammer 40k: Space Wolves, Black Templars, and Deathwatch First Looks - Big Changes Ahead Bell of Lost Souls
  3. Space Marines detachments – Blood Angels and Dark Angels Warhammer Community
  4. The Lion's new Warhammer 40k rules make him nigh unkillable, and it's OK to be scared wargamer.com
  5. Pre-order for new Space Marine sets for Warhammer 40,000 and their Codex opens on September 19 ixbt.games
 
Nine-year-old spends $118,000 on dad's corporate credit card promoting his YouTube channel - TechSpot Thu, 17 Sep 2026 12:33:00 GMT

The Mighty Mike Plays YouTube channel posted a video two days ago explaining the "sad news" and that the channel may be coming to an end.

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AMD Plans 10% Price Hike Across GPUs, Chipsets, and Possibly CPUs - TechPowerUp - Google Thu, 17 Sep 2026 12:30:35 GMT
  1. AMD Plans 10% Price Hike Across GPUs, Chipsets, and Possibly CPUs TechPowerUp
  2. AMD Notifies Partners of 10% Price Hike As Increased TSMC Wafer Costs Could Squeeze Ryzen CPU Lineup For Q4 2026 Wccftech
  3. AMD Stock Soars 5% on Reports of GPU and CPU Price Increases TipRanks
  4. TSMC foundry price hikes ripple downstream; AMD reportedly raising chip prices across the board by 10% in Q4 finance.biggo.com
  5. AMD graphics cards to get another price hike later this year, says leak, and motherboards may also be affected PC Guide
 
Roku Adds 30 New Bundles To Premium Subscriptions, Offering Combos With HBO Max, AMC+, Fox One & More - Deadline - Google Thu, 17 Sep 2026 12:26:00 GMT
  1. Roku Adds 30 New Bundles To Premium Subscriptions, Offering Combos With HBO Max, AMC+, Fox One & More Deadline
  2. Roku Just Added More Than 30 Streaming Bundles to Help People Save Money CNET
  3. Roku’s new Labs hub brings experimental apps to the big screen TechCrunch
  4. Roku Is Giving Users Access To Experimental Apps With Roku Labs Engadget
  5. Roku rolls out over 30 subscription bundles for up to 30% off, plus a new Labs feature ZDNET
 
Apple Watch Series 12 Review: Finally, a Readiness Score (2026) - Wired Thu, 17 Sep 2026 12:01:00 GMT
After wearing it day and night for a week, I found that better health tracking, faster charging, and a simpler interface make Apple’s latest smartwatch noticeably easier to live with.
 
The Apple Watch Series 12 is the start of a new wearable era - The Verge - Google Thu, 17 Sep 2026 12:00:00 GMT
  1. The Apple Watch Series 12 is the start of a new wearable era The Verge
  2. Apple Watch Series 12 Review: I’m Loving the Subscription-Free Life CNET
  3. Apple Watch Ultra 4 Review: The smartwatch for the health-conscious Mashable
  4. Apple Watch Series 12 Returns to Ceramic, Fired Three Times Over Cool Hunting
  5. Hands-On: The Apple Watch Series 12 And Ultra 4 Hodinkee
 
DJI's New SDR Transmission II Beams 4K 60 Fps HDR Video Up To 2.5 Miles - Engadget - Google Thu, 17 Sep 2026 12:00:00 GMT
  1. DJI's New SDR Transmission II Beams 4K 60 Fps HDR Video Up To 2.5 Miles Engadget
  2. DJI SDR Transmission 2– a powerful & accessible wireless video transmission tool newsshooter.com
  3. PVC at IBC 2026: How DJI is Connecting the Dots Across Cameras, Audio, and Stabilization with Osmo 360 II, ProVideo Coalition
  4. DJI’s New Wireless Video System Sends 4K Footage Up To 4km smarthouse.com.au
  5. DJI Prices SDR Transmission 2 at €349. The US Isn't On The List DroneXL
 
DJI's new SDR Transmission II beams 4K 60 fps HDR video up to 2.5 miles - Engadget Thu, 17 Sep 2026 12:00:00 GMT
An underrated part of DJI's success is in the area of video transmission.
 
Expensive flash drives: When and why it's worth paying more - Engadget Thu, 17 Sep 2026 12:00:00 GMT
Flash drives can vary wildly in cost. While a cheap drive will get the job done, a premium one offers extra sped and features that might be worth the money.
 
Apple Watch Series 12 review: Catching up and catching heat - Engadget Thu, 17 Sep 2026 12:00:00 GMT
The new wearable's controversial audio features aren't available yet, but there are plenty of upgrades here.
 
The iPhone 18 Pro Brings 3 Upgrades That Will Make My Traveling Life So Much Easier - CNET Thu, 17 Sep 2026 12:00:00 GMT
Commentary: The iPhone 18 Pro seems to fix almost every gripe I’ve had with my iPhone 17 Pro Max — especially for how much I travel.
 
What’s the Best iPhone to Buy or Avoid Right Now? (2026) - Wired Thu, 17 Sep 2026 12:00:00 GMT
The first folding iPhone Duo is here, alongside the 18 Pro and 18 Pro Max, but they’re not your only options. We have all the details on Apple’s smartphone lineup to help you find the right model.
 
Apple iOS 27 is draining iPhone batteries faster, but it should be temporary - TechSpot Thu, 17 Sep 2026 11:58:00 GMT

A major iOS update does more than replace system files. After iOS 27 is installed, the iPhone may rebuild search indexes, refresh apps, download system assets, and prepare data for Siri and other AI features. Those processes use power and can make the device feel warmer than normal, even when...

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NVIDIA and Google's new coalition wants to speed up AI data center power grid connections - Engadget Thu, 17 Sep 2026 11:24:45 GMT
A new coalition of tech giants aims to speed AI data center grid connections in exchange for more flexibility.
 
Resident Evil scores 97% on Rotten Tomatoes as critics call it the best video game movie ever - TechSpot Thu, 17 Sep 2026 11:15:00 GMT

The trailers for Resident Evil suggested it would lean more into the horror elements of the game rather than all-out action, which is something most of the previous movies did. That's not a surprise when it comes from Zach Cregger, the director of the excellent Weapons and Barbarian.

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An Enhanced Game Boy Advance - Hack a Day Thu, 17 Sep 2026 11:00:26 GMT
[Bucket Mouse] has long been a fan of the various iterations of the Nintendo Game Boy. Now, he’s turned his eye to the Game Boy Advance, building an enhanced version …read more
 
Soundboks Rider Party Speaker Review: Loud and Durable - Wired Thu, 17 Sep 2026 11:00:00 GMT
I’m genuinely afraid to go full-volume on the Soundboks Rider, which is built like a party-ready tank.
 
People Are Pissed Off and Ready to Own Their Shit - Wired Thu, 17 Sep 2026 11:00:00 GMT
A grassroots live tour by YouTuber Louis Rossmann highlights growing resistance to companies that keep people from controlling their devices.
 
OpenAI reveals more instances of concerning AI model behaviors during testing - Engadget Thu, 17 Sep 2026 10:50:20 GMT
OpenAI says it doesn't believe the industry has solved its problems 'to a sufficient degree to continue responsibly scaling at maximum speed for much longer.'
 
Nokia 3310 & 5110: The Indestructible Phones Before the Internet - TechSpot Thu, 17 Sep 2026 10:31:00 GMT
Before phones went online, Nokia made two that didn't need to. The 5110 and 3310 gave us Snake, swappable covers, and a durability myth that outlived the company that built them.
 
‘Fast & Furious’ Takes a Victory Lap With a Ferociously Fun Roller Coaster - Wired Thu, 17 Sep 2026 10:30:00 GMT
Vin Diesel, the star of the series, didn’t make a planned appearance at the grand opening of its dynamite new theme park ride. But it didn’t stop his fans from having a good time.
 
Bloomwalker adds PS5, Switch 2, and Switch versions; set in Ni no Kuni universe - Gematsu - Google Thu, 17 Sep 2026 10:16:25 GMT
  1. Bloomwalker adds PS5, Switch 2, and Switch versions; set in Ni no Kuni universe Gematsu
  2. Bloomwalker: Healing a Broken World, One Bloom at a Time XBOX Wire
  3. Studio Ghibli-Looking Cozy Sim Bloomwalker Is Now Officially A Ni No Kuni Spin-Off Kotaku
  4. Netmarble Reveals Bloomwalker Game is Part of Ni no Kuni Universe in New Trailer animenewsnetwork.com
  5. Bloomwalker, a crafting adventure game set in the Ni no Kuni universe, announced for Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch Nintendo Everything
 
Shape of Dreams now available for PS5, Xbox Series, and Switch 2 alongside ‘Starless Path’ update - Gematsu - Google Thu, 17 Sep 2026 10:10:44 GMT
  1. Shape of Dreams now available for PS5, Xbox Series, and Switch 2 alongside ‘Starless Path’ update Gematsu
  2. Co-op roguelite Shape of Dreams launches today on PS5 PlayStation.Blog
  3. Action Roguelite Shape of Dreams Launches on XBOX Today With its Biggest Update Yet XBOX Wire
  4. Two Games Announced For Xbox Game Pass At Tokyo Game Show 2026 Pure Xbox
  5. Lies of P Publisher Shadow-Drops PS5 Version of Hit 2025 Action Game Yahoo Tech
 
Galaxy S25 and older models finally have a One UI 9 rollout date - Android Authority - Google Thu, 17 Sep 2026 10:08:00 GMT
  1. Galaxy S25 and older models finally have a One UI 9 rollout date Android Authority
  2. Samsung releases stable One UI 9.0 update for Galaxy S26 series SamMobile
  3. Samsung Confirms 11 New Features In Free Upgrade For Galaxy Phones Forbes
  4. Samsung starts rolling out Android 17 with One UI 9, confirms initial list of Galaxy devices 9to5google.com
  5. Here's when your Galaxy S25, Z Fold 7, and Galaxy S23 FE are scheduled for their next big update PhoneArena
 
The EU Wants to Break Up Kids and Their Chatbots - Wired Thu, 17 Sep 2026 10:06:50 GMT
ChatGPT, Character.ai, and Snapchat’s My AI will all be in the crosshairs as the EU Kids Act aims to strip minor-facing chatbots of all the things that make people love them.
 
Oversight Board says Meta's rules for AI deepfakes are 'consistently and fundamentally inadequate' - Engadget Thu, 17 Sep 2026 10:00:00 GMT
The Oversight Board is asking Meta to prioritize AI content when it's reported.
 
Hundreds of Election Deniers Will Be on the Ballot This November - Wired Thu, 17 Sep 2026 10:00:00 GMT
197 election deniers are running for Congress or statewide office in 43 states. Many of them are seeking roles that would put them in charge of voting for the 2028 presidential election.
 
Xbox just made two games free to play for this weekend - TrueAchievements - Google Thu, 17 Sep 2026 09:58:57 GMT
  1. Xbox just made two games free to play for this weekend TrueAchievements
  2. Sea of Thieves: Season 21, Talk Like a Pirate Day, New Rewards, Amazing Prizes and More! XBOX Wire
  3. Free Play Days: Try These Xbox Games For Free (September 17-20) Pure Xbox
  4. All Xbox owners get two free games this weekend, no Xbox Game Pass required t3.com
  5. Sea of Thieves readies multiple events and some new Custom Seas options for Season 21 on September 17 Massively Overpowered
 
Hackers reveal how Flock cameras really track cars and people - ArsTechnica Thu, 17 Sep 2026 09:43:46 GMT
One hacked camera captured 1.6 million images and could detect people as well as cars.
 
Samsung Fans Are Thoroughly Unimpressed by Apple’s Foldable Phone - WSJ - Google Thu, 17 Sep 2026 09:32:57 GMT
  1. Samsung Fans Are Thoroughly Unimpressed by Apple’s Foldable Phone WSJ
  2. Samsung Finds Another Guy Named Tim Cook To Promote Galaxy Z Fold 8 Forbes
  3. Samsung’s taking a ‘More is More’ approach to foldable competition 9to5google.com
  4. Samsung’s 15-year Apple marketing playbook ContentGrip
  5. Gen Z perspectives: Samsung turns up the heat on Apple’s big fold Marketing-Interactive
 
Hyper Light Drifter Studio Forced To Lay Off "Nearly Everyone" As Publishing Deal Falls Through - Nintendo Life - Google Thu, 17 Sep 2026 09:30:00 GMT
  1. Hyper Light Drifter Studio Forced To Lay Off "Nearly Everyone" As Publishing Deal Falls Through Nintendo Life
  2. Hyper Light Drifter Dev At Risk Of Closing After Laying Off 'Nearly Everyone' Engadget
  3. Hyper Light Drifter developer Heart Machine has laid off the majority of staff gamedeveloper.com
  4. Heart Machine faces possible closure after publishing deal falls through; majority of staff laid off GamesIndustry.biz
  5. 'Nearly Everyone' Laid Off As Hyper Light Drifter Studio Risks Closing: 'I'm Not Sure Yet How Or If Heart Machine Survives' Kotaku
 
The Trump Administration Sends a New Signal to Alien Disclosure Whistleblowers - Wired Thu, 17 Sep 2026 09:30:00 GMT
The Defense Department issued a legal waiver authorizing current and former personnel to share unidentified anomalous phenomena–related classified information, but it doesn’t extend to other agencies.
 
Why AI consciousness could become the next great societal divide - The Conversation - Google Thu, 17 Sep 2026 09:27:05 GMT
  1. Why AI consciousness could become the next great societal divide The Conversation
  2. Opinion | We Need a Science of the AI Mind WSJ
  3. Can chatbots feel – or even dream? Meet the man leading the fight for AI rights The Guardian
  4. Google researchers have been playing with AI ‘consciousness.’ What they found was unexpected Fast Company
  5. Opinion | AI may never be conscious. That doesn’t mean it can’t destroy us The Spec
 
I Tested New Keurig Milk Pods for Instant Frothy Lattes - CNET Thu, 17 Sep 2026 09:02:00 GMT
These new pods churn out frothy milk for coffee-house style drinks with the push of a push.
 
Flock Once Touted Its Cameras as ‘Made in the USA.’ Now It’s Not So Clear - Wired Thu, 17 Sep 2026 09:00:00 GMT
Flock reveals little about where its license plate readers are assembled, but the answer could have geopolitical and cybersecurity implications.
 
Trails in the Sky 2nd Chapter DLC Guide – How To Access DLC, Editions, Costumes, Upgrades, and More - RPG Site - Google Thu, 17 Sep 2026 07:27:28 GMT
  1. Trails in the Sky 2nd Chapter DLC Guide – How To Access DLC, Editions, Costumes, Upgrades, and More RPG Site
  2. Trails in the Sky 2nd Chapter Review: A Superb Sequel Game Informer
  3. PS5 Remake of 2007 PSP RPG Launches to Stellar Reviews PlayStation LifeStyle
  4. Trails in the Sky 2nd Chapter Review RPGFan
  5. Trails in the Sky the 2nd Physical Edition Officially Launches in Korea on September 17 Inven Global
 
NYT Spelling Bee Answers for September 17, 2026 - The New York Times - Google Thu, 17 Sep 2026 07:00:05 GMT
  1. NYT Spelling Bee Answers for September 17, 2026 The New York Times
  2. All NYT Spelling Bee Badges and How to Earn Them (2026) Beebom
  3. Spelling Bee Hints, Answers For 16-September-2026 Bored Panda
  4. The New York Times Publishes Spelling Bee Answers for September 15, 2026 SuaraGarut.ID
  5. NYT Spelling Bee Answers for September 16, 2026 The New York Times
 
Shimano releases new SPD-SLR pedal & cleat system in first shift from SPD-SL in 20 years - Cyclingnews - Google Thu, 17 Sep 2026 07:00:00 GMT
  1. Shimano releases new SPD-SLR pedal & cleat system in first shift from SPD-SL in 20 years Cyclingnews
  2. Shimano’s New SPD-SLR Pedal System Breaks Backward Compatibility After 23 Years Outside Magazine
  3. Is Breaking 23 Years of Pedal Compatibility Worth 2.8 mm of Lower Stack? Shimano Says Yes. bicycling.com
  4. Riding Shimano Dura-Ace R9300 SPD-SLR pedals: It's about stack Escape Collective
  5. Shimano Goes All-In on Integrated Shoe, Pedal, and Cleat System with SPD-SLR Platform Slowtwitch News
 
Today’s NYT Mini Crossword Answers for Thursday, Sept. 17 - CNET Thu, 17 Sep 2026 06:32:25 GMT
Here are the answers for today’s NYT Mini Crossword puzzle for Sept. 17, 2026.
 
An iOS 27 bug can temporarily freeze your iPhone - Engadget Thu, 17 Sep 2026 06:08:09 GMT
If your newly updated iPhone suddenly freezes, don't panic. Here's how to fix it.
 
Round Up: Capcom Spotlight - TGS 2026 Showcase, Every Switch 2 Announcement And Update - Nintendo Life - Google Thu, 17 Sep 2026 05:30:00 GMT
  1. Round Up: Capcom Spotlight - TGS 2026 Showcase, Every Switch 2 Announcement And Update Nintendo Life
  2. A close quarters look at Proto Man in Mega Man: Dual Override PlayStation.Blog
  3. Capcom 2026 Spotlight delivers major updates for Mega Man, Monster Hunter and Dragon’s Dogma 2 Niche Gamer
  4. Roundup: All The Xbox Reveals From The Capcom Spotlight - TGS 2026 Showcase Pure Xbox
  5. Found My Low Blood Pressure Cure (?) — 'Mega Man: Dual Override' Inven Global
 
Best Buy Discount Codes: 60% Off - Wired Thu, 17 Sep 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Find the latest Best Buy promo codes and offers, including 10% back in rewards for new cardmembers and free 2-day shipping with My Best Buy Plus, here at WIRED.
 
HelloFresh Promo Codes: 55% Off for September 2026 - Wired Thu, 17 Sep 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Get up to 55% off and free meal boxes using a HelloFresh coupon code in September 2026. Discover our best codes and discounts to let you save time and money.
 
Hydrow Discount Code: Save Up to $150 | September 2026 - Wired Thu, 17 Sep 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Save on rowers and accessories with Hydrow coupons, including an exclusive discount of $50.
 
Noom Promo Codes: 50% Off Best Deals & Free Trials for September 2026 - Wired Thu, 17 Sep 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Discover the best ways to save on Noom subscriptions, including free trials, limited-time offers for GLP-1Rx Plus, and essential tips for redeeming your Noom discount.
 
Ring Promo Code: 50% Off - Wired Thu, 17 Sep 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Discover how to save on Ring cameras, doorbells, outdoor cameras, and more.
 
Vivid Seats Promo Codes and Deals: Get 10% Off - Wired Thu, 17 Sep 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Whether you are heading to a sold-out concert or a championship game, use a Vivid Seats discount code to secure your seats for less this September 2026.
 
L.L.Bean Promo Codes and Coupons: 75% Off - Wired Thu, 17 Sep 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Find the best L.L.Bean promo codes and coupons for 10% off your first order, major sale discounts, free shipping on $75+, and extra savings for select groups.
 
SteelSeries Coupon Codes: 15% Off in September 2026 - Wired Thu, 17 Sep 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Unlock exclusive discounts on SteelSeries' award-winning gaming headsets, keyboards, and accessories.
 
Robotic lab sets up and runs optics experiments on demand - MIT Thu, 17 Sep 2026 04:00:00 GMT
The autonomous system could speed up testing of high-tech materials for applications such as solar cells, sensors, video displays, and quantum technologies.
 
Nvidia and AMD's next gaming GPUs could be delayed until 2028, because AI pays better - TechSpot Thu, 17 Sep 2026 02:14:00 GMT

Responding to a forum question about the release timing for Nvidia and AMD's next-generation graphics cards, the generally reliable leaker Kepler_L2 said on the AnandTech forums that nearly the entire stack from both companies is now expected to arrive in 2028, as AI accelerator demand keeps eating into available capacity....

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Nintendo Store Adds Some New Exclusives For Switch Online Members (North America) - Nintendo Life - Google Thu, 17 Sep 2026 02:00:00 GMT
  1. Nintendo Store Adds Some New Exclusives For Switch Online Members (North America) Nintendo Life
  2. My Nintendo adds Zelda desktop metal display, Virtual Boy glasses case Nintendo Everything
  3. You can grab a Virtual Boy glasses case and a metal NES Zelda box display from My Nintendo Rewards Nintendo Wire
  4. My Nintendo adds Zelda metal display and Virtual Boy Glasses Case for Switch Online members GoNintendo
 
Final Fantasy Resonance TGS 2026 trailer - Gematsu - Google Thu, 17 Sep 2026 01:06:12 GMT
  1. Final Fantasy Resonance TGS 2026 trailer Gematsu
  2. Final Fantasy Resonance Game's TGS Trailer Previews Theme Song animenewsnetwork.com
  3. Square Enix Has Yet To Release Final Fantasy Resonance, But Modder Fixed One Of Its Biggest Issues 1 Month Ahead Wccftech
  4. FINAL FANTASY RESONANCE Colosseum Preview - Boss Battles Push Players to Think, Not Just Attack GamerBraves
  5. "Final Fantasy Resonance" Final Trailer Released! Limited-Edition Wine with Special Label Also Now Available Saiga NAK
 
Google Home Stuns by Announcing AI Support for Claude and OpenClaw - CNET Thu, 17 Sep 2026 00:33:34 GMT
Google is expanding its tools so you can invoke a variety of AI agents in your smart home.
 
Today’s NYT Connections Hints and Answers for Sept. 17, #1194 - CNET Thu, 17 Sep 2026 00:23:40 GMT
Here are hints and the answers for today’s NYT Connections puzzle for Sept. 17, 2026.
 
Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave Recruitment Guide - All Characters in the game and how to Recruit Them - RPG Site - Google Thu, 17 Sep 2026 00:22:00 GMT
  1. Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave Recruitment Guide - All Characters in the game and how to Recruit Them RPG Site
  2. Best gifts for each character in Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave Polygon.com
  3. Fire Emblem Fortune’s Weave: Fastest way to raise Support ranks Video Games Chronicle
  4. All Fire Emblem: Fortune’s Weave Sha Lan Recruit Quiz Answers Siliconera
  5. How Does the Fire Emblem: Fortune’s Weave Part 3 Character Merge Work Siliconera
 
Lollipop Chainsaw 2 Back2Back announced for PS5 [Update: Gameplay] - Gematsu - Google Thu, 17 Sep 2026 00:21:03 GMT
  1. Lollipop Chainsaw 2 Back2Back announced for PS5 [Update: Gameplay] Gematsu
  2. Lollipop Chainsaw 2 is bringing back the original's zombie-slaying cheerleader cheesiness Polygon.com
  3. Lollipop Chainsaw 2 Back2Back Announced for PS5 VGChartz
  4. 2012 Hack-and-Slash Cult Hit Is Finally Getting a Sequel After 15 Years VICE
  5. Lollipop Chainsaw's new game gets first playable demo at Tokyo Game Show 2026 notebookcheck.net
 
Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave Walkthrough, in-depth guides, and tips for getting started - RPG Site - Google Thu, 17 Sep 2026 00:17:28 GMT
  1. Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave Walkthrough, in-depth guides, and tips for getting started RPG Site
  2. Ask the Developer Vol. 23: Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave — Part 3 Nintendo
  3. Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave Review: Let The Games Begin Game Informer
  4. Nintendo opens up Fire Emblem with the gigantic Fortune’s Weave The Verge
  5. Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave Developers Explain Why You Only Need 1 Save File — and That The Game Originally Had 8 Protagonists ign.com
 
Today’s Wordle Hints, Answer and Help for Sept. 17, #1916 - CNET Thu, 17 Sep 2026 00:14:33 GMT
Here are hints and the answers for today’s Wordle puzzle for Sept. 17, 2026.
 
Today’s NYT Strands Hints, Answers and Help for Sept. 17, #928 - CNET Thu, 17 Sep 2026 00:09:46 GMT
Here are hints and the answers for today’s NYT Strands puzzle for Sept. 17, 2026.
 
Tyrannosaurus Rex Was Warm-Blooded and Able to Live in the Arctic, Study Finds - CNET Wed, 16 Sep 2026 23:49:56 GMT
It’s been 66 million years and science is still learning more about the most famous dinosaur.
 
Anthropic debuts Claude Docs, raising stakes for Microsoft - axios.com - Google Wed, 16 Sep 2026 23:49:35 GMT
  1. Anthropic debuts Claude Docs, raising stakes for Microsoft axios.com
  2. Anthropic merges its chat and agentic products into one AI assistant in push to build a superapp Fortune
  3. Anthropic is killing off Claude Cowork and folding it into Claude chat, launching Claude Docs and Claude Slides VentureBeat
  4. Anthropic to fold Claude AI features into one interface, launches document tools Reuters
  5. Claude comes for Gemini with its own take on Docs and Slides The Verge
 
Meet Dyson's New Robot Vacuum Line: The Dyson Nurovi Line (2026) - Wired Wed, 16 Sep 2026 23:42:55 GMT
The Nurovi line includes three lidar-powered robovacs. But to get the model I’m most intrigued by, you’ll need a Costco membership.
 
World Of Warcraft: Forever Devs Answer Our Biggest Questions At BlizzCon - Game Informer - Google Wed, 16 Sep 2026 23:42:16 GMT
  1. World Of Warcraft: Forever Devs Answer Our Biggest Questions At BlizzCon Game Informer
  2. Carve a New Path with World of Warcraft: Forever Blizzard News
  3. WoW Forever Beta Kicks Off Today To Massive Server Queues MMORPG.com
  4. WoW: Forever Is More Than Classic+, It’s WoW 2 GameSpot
  5. World of Warcraft Forever Officially Brings Gamepad Controls Blizzard's MMO Polygon.com
 
Snap Specs hands on: Standalone AR glasses are here - Engadget Wed, 16 Sep 2026 23:40:00 GMT
The glasses come with AR apps that actually feel useful, but is that enough to get people excited for the $2,195 device?
 
I Tried Snap Specs: Really Big, but Also Like Nothing Else Out There - CNET Wed, 16 Sep 2026 23:40:00 GMT
A business tool, or a theme park for my face? Right now I’m leaning toward the latter.
 
Here’s What Snap’s Expensive Specs Can Actually Do - Wired Wed, 16 Sep 2026 23:40:00 GMT
Snap thinks its chunky, pricey smart glasses are the future of human computing, powered by a new AI app and features that do everything from translating languages to improving your golf swing.
 
An OpenAI Agent Tried to Jailbreak Itself - Wired Wed, 16 Sep 2026 22:07:24 GMT
The company also disclosed previously unreported incidents in which its AI models behaved in misaligned ways, including uploading files to the internet without being asked.
 
Apple reportedly building server packed with M-series Ultra chips for AI - ArsTechnica Wed, 16 Sep 2026 22:02:46 GMT
Planned 2029 debut could make this Apple’s first enterprise server in decades.
 
Google Home opens the door to ChatGPT, Claude, and other AI agents - Android Police - Google Wed, 16 Sep 2026 21:49:00 GMT
  1. Google Home opens the door to ChatGPT, Claude, and other AI agents Android Police
  2. Google Home Stuns by Announcing AI Support for Claude and OpenClaw CNET
  3. Your AI agents can now control your Google Home devices TechCrunch
  4. Google Home is unlocking the agentic smart home — which is great, right? The Verge
  5. Alphabet Gains 1.5% as $20 Opens Google Home to Rival Agents Yahoo Finance
 
Here’s everything new in Android 17 QPR2 Beta 5 [Gallery] - 9to5google.com - Google Wed, 16 Sep 2026 21:46:00 GMT
  1. Here’s everything new in Android 17 QPR2 Beta 5 [Gallery] 9to5google.com
  2. Google rolling out Android 17 QPR1 for Pixel 9to5google.com
  3. September Pixel Drop: New Pixel VIP updates, Pixel Watch features, and more blog.google
  4. Google's Latest Pixel Drop Could Help You Break Your Doomscrolling Habit extremetech.com
  5. How September’s Pixel Drop changes the way you call and message important contacts ZDNET
 
Epstein had huge cache of child sex pics; victims sue to find out who's in them - ArsTechnica Wed, 16 Sep 2026 21:42:09 GMT
Survivors appalled nobody will tell them if they’re in Epstein’s CSAM collection.
 
iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max reviews: exceptional battery life, and a more versatile camera - TechSpot Wed, 16 Sep 2026 21:20:00 GMT
Apple's iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max look very much like their predecessors, but the upgrades arrive under the hood. Reviewers are praising the A20 Pro's performance, longer battery life, and the 48MP variable-aperture camera. Those coming from most recent iPhone Pros, however, may find few reasons to upgrade.
 
Nonprofit that tracks meteors taken down by "critical blow" from a cyberattack - ArsTechnica Wed, 16 Sep 2026 21:08:14 GMT
Group plans to be largely out of commission for several weeks.
 
Washington Won’t Be Regulating AI Anytime Soon - Wired Wed, 16 Sep 2026 21:00:00 GMT
Even with mounting concerns about AI models going rogue, legislation appears unlikely, and the White House is outright opposed to oversight.
 
I feel like the Galaxy Z Fold 8 is the right kind of passport foldable - Digital Trends - Google Wed, 16 Sep 2026 20:57:12 GMT
  1. I feel like the Galaxy Z Fold 8 is the right kind of passport foldable Digital Trends
  2. Samsung Fold8 Sales Surge After Apple's Foldable Debut 조선일보
  3. Galaxy Z Fold 8 sales increased after Apple's showed off the iPhone Duo Android Central
  4. Awe, then shock: Apple’s new foldable iPhone wows Korea, but huge price gap with Samsung also turns heads Korea JoongAng Daily
  5. Apple's iPhone Duo announcement had an unexpected effect on Galaxy Z Fold 8 sales PhoneArena
 
Faces of MIT: Jay Wilcoxson - MIT Wed, 16 Sep 2026 20:55:00 GMT
Combining a background in private law practice with a passion for problem-solving, Wilcoxson supports MIT’s mission and principles through his work as counsel.
 
Lionsgate releases a new trailer for Sunrise on the Reaping - ArsTechnica Wed, 16 Sep 2026 20:44:41 GMT
Also: Laika Studios debuts a stunning full-length trailer for its stop-motion feature, Wildwood.
 
“Technology is the equalizer” - MIT Wed, 16 Sep 2026 20:40:00 GMT
Using knowledge gained from MIT’s free learning materials, an educator in rural India builds apps to reach students who can’t make it to school.
 
Microsoft is holding another OneDrive + Copilot event in October - Neowin - Google Wed, 16 Sep 2026 20:38:00 GMT
  1. Microsoft is holding another OneDrive + Copilot event in October Neowin
  2. Microsoft announces October 7 Windows and Surface event - GSMArena.com news GSMArena.com
  3. More choice and possibility with Windows PCs at IFA Windows Blog
  4. Microsoft is bringing in NVIDIA's Jensen Huang for its biggest Windows event since 2024 TweakTown
  5. Microsoft sets the Surface Laptop Ultra and RTX Spark's launch for October 2026 Sportskeeda Tech
 
Not just Proton: Getting to know Valve's new SteamOS compatibility layers - ArsTechnica Wed, 16 Sep 2026 20:23:16 GMT
New system-level tools bring Arm chipsets, Android APKs into the Steam ecosystem.
 
After accusations of selling ‘perv glasses,’ Meta prepares to sell a pair without a camera - TechCrunch - Google Wed, 16 Sep 2026 20:12:00 GMT
  1. After accusations of selling ‘perv glasses,’ Meta prepares to sell a pair without a camera TechCrunch
  2. Meta to Launch Camera-Free Smart Glasses Amid Mounting Privacy Concerns The Information
  3. Meta Reportedly Building Smart Glasses without Cameras Following Public Backlash Road to VR
  4. Cooking up camera-free glasses is easy for Meta. Shaking their 'pervert glasses' rep is harder. Business Insider
  5. Meta's potential answer to its smart glasses problem? Getting rid of the camera Yahoo Tech
 
How to turn off the new 'always listening' feature on Apple Watches - USA Today - Google Wed, 16 Sep 2026 20:10:37 GMT
How to turn off the new 'always listening' feature on Apple Watches USA TodaySee more headlines & perspectives on Google News
 
A Deal Hunter’s Guide to Amazon Prime Big Deal Days (2026) - Wired Wed, 16 Sep 2026 19:45:41 GMT
Before Amazon’s October sale begins, learn how to investigate prices and track products like a pro.
 
Google confirms a dangerous Pixel security flaw was exploited by hackers - Android Police - Google Wed, 16 Sep 2026 19:39:58 GMT
  1. Google confirms a dangerous Pixel security flaw was exploited by hackers Android Police
  2. Google Pixel phones pwned in zero-click attacks The Register
  3. Google Pixel owners urged to patch actively exploited modem flaw Malwarebytes
  4. Google says some Pixel phone owners were hacked in zero-day attacks TechCrunch
  5. Google confirms Pixel phones were exploited in ‘targeted’ attack related to modem 9to5google.com
 
California may gut state net neutrality law to comply with Trump admin demand - ArsTechnica Wed, 16 Sep 2026 19:36:44 GMT
Trump admin broadband grants forbid states from enforcing net neutrality laws.
 
MacOS 27 Golden Gate: Top New Features - Wired Wed, 16 Sep 2026 19:29:15 GMT
Siri’s reintroduction takes center stage as Apple officially rolls out the latest version of macOS to download and install.
 
Researchers swap in human brain cells for a mouse's cortex - ArsTechnica Wed, 16 Sep 2026 19:08:34 GMT
The results are only a slight improvement over missing the entire brain structure.
 
PlayStation boycott over Sony's disc-free future fails to move the needle - TechSpot Wed, 16 Sep 2026 19:08:00 GMT

Sony keeps saying that digital games are the future of the industry and that players will no longer own anything tangible on their shelves. However, some customers are trying to force Sony to reconsider its unprecedented decision regarding physical game releases. So far, the loud minority's efforts have not achieved...

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I Trained a Fly’s Brain to Generate WIRED Story Ideas - Wired Wed, 16 Sep 2026 19:00:00 GMT
I used an open-source map of a fruit fly’s brain to vibe code a website called PitchFly. Its headline suggestions were delightfully bananas.
 
Nintendo’s Customer Appreciation Sale Flubbed The Goodwill Gesture Attempt - GameSpot - Google Wed, 16 Sep 2026 18:55:37 GMT
  1. Nintendo’s Customer Appreciation Sale Flubbed The Goodwill Gesture Attempt GameSpot
  2. Metroid Prime 4: Beyond On Switch Drops to $35 During Nintendo’s Customer Appreciation Sale ign.com
  3. Nintendo, tariff refunds and the question of how to repay customers customerexperiencedive.com
  4. The best deals from Nintendo’s ‘customer appreciation’ sale The Verge
  5. 'A little bit deceptive' | Local economist explains Nintendo tariff sales WUSA9
 
New artist residency program at MIT expands views of the cosmos - MIT Wed, 16 Sep 2026 18:30:00 GMT
Inaugural artist Amy Karle will join astrophysicists at MIT’s Kavli Institute to explore questions about the universe and translate them into an immersive multimedia experience.
 
The Best Movies to Stream This Month (September 2026) - Wired Wed, 16 Sep 2026 18:23:37 GMT
The Mandalorian and Grogu, The Wild Robot, and Obsession are among the must-watch films arriving this month.
 
Drama Around A PS5 Exploit, AI-Coding, Linux, And GTA 6 Has One Popular Hacker Calling It Quits - Kotaku - Google Wed, 16 Sep 2026 18:20:26 GMT
  1. Drama Around A PS5 Exploit, AI-Coding, Linux, And GTA 6 Has One Popular Hacker Calling It Quits Kotaku
  2. Developer abandons PS5 Linux project after people found a Hypervisor bug and reported it to Sony TweakTown
  3. PS5 Linux project abandonded after bug bounty report Cybernews
  4. PS5 Linux Dev Drops Project After "Slop Kiddies" Cash in on Crucial Exploit TechPowerUp
  5. Why the Plan to Run GTA 6's PC Version on PS5 via Linux Just Fell Apart GTA BOOM
 
Apple details how the iPhone 18 Pro can cryptographically prove a photo hasn't been faked by AI - TechSpot Wed, 16 Sep 2026 18:05:00 GMT

When Reference Image is enabled, the camera sensor restarts in a dedicated operating mode. It then signs the pixel data immediately after capture, before the image goes through the usual software-based processing steps.

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Nanoscale mechanics could enable brain-inspired computing - MIT Wed, 16 Sep 2026 18:00:00 GMT
A new device uses reconfigurable motion to mimic the firing behavior of a neuron, which could lead to more efficient computing.
 
Researchers use genetically engineered immune cells to put a child's metastatic cancer into remission - TechSpot Wed, 16 Sep 2026 17:36:00 GMT

A young boy with metastatic cancer was treated with an innovative immunotherapy technique, and after 12 months, the cancer appears to be completely gone. The technique is known as chimeric antigen receptor (CAR) T-cell therapy and is designed to fight cancer cells from inside the body rather than relying on...

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New PS5 Features Are Live, Including One That Tells You What Games Are The Most Popular - Kotaku - Google Wed, 16 Sep 2026 17:30:14 GMT
  1. New PS5 Features Are Live, Including One That Tells You What Games Are The Most Popular Kotaku
  2. Every New Feature Added To PlayStation 5 In The September 2026 Update bgr.com
  3. PlayStation 5 System Software Update 14.0 Is Now Live, Yet Only PlayStation 5 Pro Users Will See A Real Improvement Wccftech
  4. PS5 Update Today Adds Major Graphics Upgrade for PS5 Pro VICE
  5. PlayStation 5 owners were supposed to get their SteamDB equivalent, but Sony changed its mind about adding a feature it had been working on since May ixbt.games
 
Which two tech IPOs warned investors they might "never achieve profitability," but became wildly successful? - TechSpot Wed, 16 Sep 2026 16:53:00 GMT
They warned investors they might fail – then crushed the market.
 
Boox Palma 3 launches at $340 with Android 16 and handwriting support - TechSpot Wed, 16 Sep 2026 16:20:00 GMT

Expected to be available soon for $339.99, the Palma 3 arrives as part of a broader Boox refresh that also includes the larger Note Air6 C and Note Mini C. All three devices run Android 16 out of the box, giving the new products software that is only one generation...

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Krita remains one of the best free apps for digital artists - TechSpot Wed, 16 Sep 2026 16:07:00 GMT
Krita is a feature-rich digital painting app built for artists, with customizable brushes, layers, drawing assistants, graphics tablet support, and animation tools. The latest 5.3.4 release adds animation and timelapse exports on Android and improves recorder reliability.
 
Chipotle Is Working With Palantir to Track Food Safety Risks - Wired Wed, 16 Sep 2026 16:05:14 GMT
The burrito chain has enlisted Palantir for a platform that monitors pest incidents, employee illnesses, and other factors. The partnership comes after a nightmare summer for food safety across the US.
 
Wolverine’s Motorcycle Section Is Going Viral For The Wrong Reasons - Kotaku - Google Wed, 16 Sep 2026 16:04:52 GMT
  1. Wolverine’s Motorcycle Section Is Going Viral For The Wrong Reasons Kotaku
  2. Marvel's Wolverine 'handholding' criticisms hit all-time high as players complete missions hands-free GAMINGbible
  3. Marvel's Wolverine Is Getting Brutally Mocked For Its Self-Driving Bike Chase TheGamer
  4. 'It's Not Autopilot' — Marvel's Wolverine Players Are Testing Its Motorcycle Sequence to See if Logan Can Die if You Don't Touch the Controller ign.com
  5. Marvel's Wolverine Autocompletes Its QTEs In Case You Fail Their Generous Completion Window TwistedVoxel
 
MediaTek goes all-in on flagships with its first 2nm smartphone chip - TechSpot Wed, 16 Sep 2026 15:06:00 GMT

The company also announced the Dimensity 9600M, a 3nm chip aimed at a wider range of flagship phones. MediaTek said handsets using both processors will launch soon, though it did not identify the manufacturers or provide a specific timeframe.

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Scalping At BlizzCon Is Out Of Control, And Blizzard Isn't Helping - Kotaku - Google Wed, 16 Sep 2026 15:00:44 GMT
Scalping At BlizzCon Is Out Of Control, And Blizzard Isn't Helping Kotaku
 
New AI technique could make minimally invasive surgeries safer and more precise - MIT Wed, 16 Sep 2026 15:00:00 GMT
This patient-specific method, called xvr, helps doctors use X-rays for surgical navigation in fields such as orthopedics and neurosurgery.
 
Modders turn AMD's abandoned PS5-based mining GPU into a surprisingly capable FSR 4 gaming card - TechSpot Wed, 16 Sep 2026 14:24:00 GMT

The Linux community is laser-focused on turning the AMD BC-250 into a proper piece of gaming hardware. A recent development is even bringing AMD's frame generation and upscaling to the GPU, which was not designed to support the technologies. Indeed, the BC-250 was not designed to do any of the...

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MindsEye Developers Say They've Been Laid Off Amid Questions Over Build a Rocket Boy's Future - ign.com - Google Wed, 16 Sep 2026 14:20:24 GMT
  1. MindsEye Developers Say They've Been Laid Off Amid Questions Over Build a Rocket Boy's Future ign.com
  2. The Studio Behind MindsEye Is Closing Following Latest Round Of Layoffs Kotaku
  3. MindsEye Developer Build A Rocket Boy Is Reportedly Shutting Down Engadget
  4. MindsEye developers report new round of layoffs at Build A Rocket Boy GamesIndustry.biz
  5. Studio behind one of the worst rated games of the generation set to close Metro.co.uk
 
SK Hynix eyes Intel's Ohio fabs for US memory production - TechSpot Wed, 16 Sep 2026 14:01:00 GMT

According to Reuters, which cites three people familiar with the discussions, one option would see SK Hynix lease space at Intel's planned facility.

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Why Trying To Buy A Video Game T-Shirt Sucks So Much - Kotaku - Google Wed, 16 Sep 2026 14:00:51 GMT
Why Trying To Buy A Video Game T-Shirt Sucks So Much Kotaku
 
Nvidia rejected an RMA over a fading serial number, and other RTX 5090 owners say they've seen it too - TechSpot Wed, 16 Sep 2026 13:38:00 GMT

The owner said the GPU began suffering black-screen crashes and was sent to Nvidia for replacement. Before shipping the card, they noticed that the serial number printed on its metal bracket had become difficult to read.

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Man charged with three felonies for destroying a fake Flock camera now faces misdemeanors instead - TechSpot Wed, 16 Sep 2026 13:08:00 GMT

It was reported in late August that Evan Meyer, 24, was being charged with counts of criminal mischief causing more than $1,000 in damage, grand theft involving property valued between $750 and $5,000, and damaging or taking a computer, electronic device, or related equipment. All felonies.

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Valve Explains Why Steam Frame Uses Half-Life: Alyx Instead of a New VR Game - 80 Level - Google Wed, 16 Sep 2026 12:30:03 GMT
  1. Valve Explains Why Steam Frame Uses Half-Life: Alyx Instead of a New VR Game 80 Level
  2. Steam Frame: The Ars Technica review Ars Technica
  3. Steam Frame Review – Power-user's Playground Road to VR
  4. Valve Steam Frame Review: Solid Standalone VR That's Too Little, Too Late Engadget
  5. Scalpers & Scammers Swoop In To Prey On Waitlisted Would-Be Steam Frame Buyers UploadVR
 
Apple iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max Review: For Camera Fiends - Wired Wed, 16 Sep 2026 12:00:00 GMT
Fun camera features help make these candy bar iPhones stand out from the dazzle of the folding iPhone Duo.
 
Here's the second wave of Xbox Game Pass games coming in September - Eurogamer.net - Google Wed, 16 Sep 2026 11:41:29 GMT
  1. Here's the second wave of Xbox Game Pass games coming in September Eurogamer.net
  2. Coming to XBOX Game Pass: Gears of War: E-Day, Minecraft Dungeons II, Dune: Awakening, and More XBOX Wire
  3. Xbox Game Pass September 2026 Wave 2 Lineup Announced ign.com
  4. Become A God-Slaying Magical Girl In The 'We Have Roguelite Nier Automata At Home' Anime Action-RPG Coming To Game Pass Kotaku
  5. Next Week on XBOX: New Games for September 14 to 18 XBOX Wire
 
7 Best Android Phones of 2026, Tested and Reviewed - Wired Wed, 16 Sep 2026 11:30:00 GMT
Shopping for a phone can be an ordeal. That’s why we’ve tested almost every Android phone, from the smartest to the cheapest—even phones that fold—to find the ones worth your money.
 
Hackers Got Inside a Flock Camera. Its Data Shows How the System Really Works - Wired Wed, 16 Sep 2026 10:30:00 GMT
A hacker collective pulled down a Flock camera and dumped its data. The files included thousands of videos and logs showing that the device captured 1.6 million images of 50,000 vehicles in 21 days.
 
Introducing the WIRED App - Wired Wed, 16 Sep 2026 10:30:00 GMT
The app is the best way to read, watch, and listen to WIRED’s journalism.
 
The EU Plans to Ban Social Media for Under-13s - Wired Wed, 16 Sep 2026 10:19:46 GMT
The bloc wants to curb Big Tech’s grip on children with its new EU Kids Act, but age checks, parental oversight, and privacy concerns could make its plan difficult to implement.
 
Best Robot Vacuum of 2026: Shark, Eufy, Roborock - Wired Wed, 16 Sep 2026 10:06:00 GMT
My hands-on tests reveal which models can scrub stains, reach difficult corners, and navigate a chaotic home.
 
Self-Driving Cars Might Change Crash Testing Forever - Wired Wed, 16 Sep 2026 10:00:00 GMT
Lie down in a car, and you’re more likely to get seriously hurt in a crash. But a driverless future is forcing governments to revisit long-standing safety issues.
 
Having Trouble Loading Pizzas Into the Oven? Your Peel May Be the Problem - CNET Wed, 16 Sep 2026 09:55:00 GMT
I tried a $26 sliding pizza peel that promises smoother launches.
 
Boox Launches the Palma 3 E-Reader - Wired Wed, 16 Sep 2026 09:36:00 GMT
The e-paper device maker also launched two new color digital notebooks last night, the Note Air6 C and Mini C.
 
China Isn’t Buying Silicon Valley’s Call for an AI Slowdown - Wired Wed, 16 Sep 2026 09:30:00 GMT
The US and China agree that advanced AI poses serious risks. But Beijing is deeply skeptical of a deal that prioritizes keeping US companies ahead.
 
Why It Seems Like Great White Sharks Are Overrunning Maine - Wired Wed, 16 Sep 2026 09:15:00 GMT
While a bunch of sharks cruising the Maine coast may seem ominous, it’s actually a sign of a conservation success story.
 
Polymarket’s Next Bet? It Can Also Be a Media Company - Wired Wed, 16 Sep 2026 09:00:00 GMT
The legal battle over whether prediction markets are a form of gambling has overshadowed something else entirely: They’re already a new form of media.
 
New Runewords Have Made Their Way to Diablo 4 - Maxroll - Google Wed, 16 Sep 2026 08:47:15 GMT
  1. New Runewords Have Made Their Way to Diablo 4 Maxroll
  2. Diablo IV arrives on Nintendo Switch 2 - News - Nintendo Official Site Nintendo
  3. Celebrate 30 Years of Diablo in Season of Hell's Legacy Blizzard News
  4. Blizzard Delays Diablo 4′ s Big 30th Anniversary Season 15 Kick-Off After A Flood Of Error Codes Kotaku
  5. Diablo 4 Is Officially Bringing Back a Fan-Favorite Class, Blizzard Confirms IMDb
 
Measure by measure, studying society accurately - MIT Wed, 16 Sep 2026 04:00:00 GMT
Naoki Egami has become a standout in political methodology, helping refine tools that give scholars durable results.
 
MIT startups inspire with impressive presentations at Demo Day 2026 - MIT Wed, 16 Sep 2026 04:00:00 GMT
The event featured ventures solving problems in manufacturing, cybersecurity, health care spending, and more.
 
How MIT student communities help develop lifelong skills and connections - MIT Tue, 15 Sep 2026 20:40:00 GMT
Members of the Institute’s fraternities, sororities, and independent living groups translate their MIT experiences into cherished memories, friendships, and lessons about leadership and service.
 
MIT makes progress on campus climate goals - MIT Tue, 15 Sep 2026 19:55:00 GMT
Innovative strategies, technologies, and collaborations are helping MIT advance solutions on campus and beyond.
 
3 Questions: Putting nuclear waste into perspective - MIT Tue, 15 Sep 2026 19:30:00 GMT
Professor Haruko Wainwright believes the risks posed by radioactive wastes cannot be properly assessed without also considering the hazards of chemical wastes.
 
Marine bacteria team up to break down one of the ocean's toughest carbon-storing molecules - MIT Mon, 14 Sep 2026 20:30:00 GMT
Researchers reveal how communities of marine bacteria divide the task of degrading fucoidan, a key player in ocean carbon storage.
 
New method enables AI for safety-critical situations - MIT Mon, 14 Sep 2026 04:00:00 GMT
The “HardFlow” algorithm could help generative AI models produce high-quality outputs that obey strict requirements when “pretty close” doesn’t cut it.
 
MIT spinout turns plastic waste into resilient building materials - MIT Mon, 14 Sep 2026 04:00:00 GMT
Atlas Building Composites is commercializing MIT research to turn plastic waste into parts for buildings and other infrastructure.
 
Don’t Skip the iPhone Duo Just Because It’s a First-Generation Phone - CNET Sun, 13 Sep 2026 17:35:00 GMT
While undeniably pricey, being one of the first to use an iPhone Duo means your voice gets to shape what happens next.
 
Lifesaving Lincoln Laboratory device wins 2026 Excellence in Technology Transfer Award - MIT Fri, 11 Sep 2026 13:45:00 GMT
The handheld catheterization device AI-GUIDE, created by Lincoln Laboratory and Massachusetts General Hospital, promises improved health outcomes for injured service members and civilians.
 
MIT Schwarzman College of Computing launches pilot to help educators teach AI across disciplines - MIT Wed, 09 Sep 2026 20:40:00 GMT
A weeklong summer workshop brought higher education faculty to campus to explore how AI and machine learning materials can be adapted for their classrooms.
 
A burst of “pink noise” may lead to more restorative sleep - MIT Wed, 09 Sep 2026 18:00:00 GMT
Delivered at just the right time, this type of auditory stimulus can strengthen the flow of cerebrospinal fluid, which clears debris from the brain and keeps it healthy.
 
An electrochemical approach turns ammonia into pure hydrogen - MIT Wed, 09 Sep 2026 15:00:00 GMT
An MIT team has demonstrated a more efficient way to extract pure hydrogen gas from hydrogen carrier molecules.
 
Study predicts large disparities in access to food, water, and energy in 2050 - MIT Tue, 08 Sep 2026 04:00:00 GMT
In some regions of the world, the poorest people may spend about 50 percent of their income on food, while the richest spend about 5 percent.
 
Researchers tune into Arctic under-ice sounds and test through-ice communication - MIT Fri, 04 Sep 2026 16:25:00 GMT
The work is part of a multiyear effort to develop a distributed sensor network for relaying data collected from this critical region.
 
New method allows scientists to follow gene activity over time in the same cells - MIT Fri, 04 Sep 2026 04:00:00 GMT
In the new method, cells package and export their RNA, enabling researchers to sequence and analyze the RNA without killing the cells.
 
Governor Healey, MIT President Kornbluth to Kick Off Festivities at MIT Future Fest - MIT Fri, 04 Sep 2026 04:00:00 GMT
The five-day festival will explore the future of science, technology, art and design from Wednesday, Sept. 30 to Sunday, Oct. 4
 
How architects turned a hulking brick box into MIT’s newest academic hub - MIT Fri, 04 Sep 2026 04:00:00 GMT
A venerable storage facility has become a 21st-century architectural tour de force. Here are the key decisions that transformed the Met Warehouse.
 
Stories from the steel mills: A model for sharing workers’ histories - MIT Fri, 04 Sep 2026 04:00:00 GMT
MIT anthropologist Chris Walley developed a project for people in Southeast Chicago to tell their histories — an approach any community can adopt.
 
Faculty receive promotions in the School of Architecture and Planning for 2026 - MIT Thu, 03 Sep 2026 20:50:00 GMT
The range of faculty disciplines showcases the breadth of research and scholarship across the school.
 
3 Questions: The essential role of international engagement - MIT Thu, 03 Sep 2026 19:15:00 GMT
Duane Boning, MIT’s vice provost for international activities, discusses the Institute’s approach to global engagement.
 
Assistant Professor Thomas Rose, an expert in archaeometallurgy, dies at 37 - MIT Thu, 03 Sep 2026 17:00:00 GMT
Colleagues remember Rose as an enthusiastic and gracious friend who had recently started a promising research track at MIT.
 
Fabrication platform could enable flexible, transparent next-generation photonic chips - MIT Thu, 03 Sep 2026 15:45:00 GMT
This scalable process produces high-performance chips for applications like discreet wearables or pliable augmented-reality displays.
 
Giving farmers a more sustainable way to protect crops - MIT Thu, 03 Sep 2026 04:00:00 GMT
Led by Andee Wallace PhD ’20, Robigo uses cutting-edge biotechnology to engineer microbes to fight pests, reducing the need for harmful chemical pesticides.
 
New qubit architecture enables faster, more accurate operations - MIT Thu, 03 Sep 2026 04:00:00 GMT
This advance could be a big step toward developing a scalable, practical quantum computer.
 
Building foundations that last - MIT Wed, 02 Sep 2026 20:35:00 GMT
Assistant Professor Iwnetim Abate creates space for ambitious research and sustainable growth for his graduate students.
 
System helps humans predict when self-driving cars will make mistakes - MIT Wed, 02 Sep 2026 15:00:00 GMT
A new method, called CW-Net, translates the reasoning process of an autonomous vehicle’s AI system into understandable concepts that explain its behavior.
 
New research shows a neutrino laser is impossible - MIT Wed, 02 Sep 2026 14:00:00 GMT
Due to physical and fundamental limitations, an earlier proposal for producing laserlike beams of neutrinos cannot be achieved, scientists report.
 
Walter Torous named executive director of MIT Center for Real Estate - MIT Tue, 01 Sep 2026 21:25:00 GMT
The senior lecturer, already director of the degree program, will now oversee all aspects of the center’s activities and operations.
 
Atlas of the brain’s striatum could guide researchers to new drug treatments - MIT Tue, 01 Sep 2026 15:00:00 GMT
A new study reveals insights into populations of neurons affected by Huntington’s disease, schizophrenia, addiction, and other disorders.
 
Ila Kumar: Innovating with communities - MIT Tue, 01 Sep 2026 04:00:00 GMT
The PhD student works to give young people an active role in shaping digital technologies that can support their own well-being.
 
At MIT convocation, a warm welcome for the Class of 2030 - MIT Mon, 31 Aug 2026 19:30:00 GMT
The Institute is “so glad and so grateful” to have this year’s new undergraduates aboard, President Kornbluth said at the annual greeting ceremony.
 
Study: Peptides can form well-defined structures in harsh, Venus-like conditions - MIT Mon, 31 Aug 2026 19:00:00 GMT
New research offers support for the possibility that complex biological molecules could exist in the highly acidic environment of Venus’s cloud layer.
 
How an MIT research project became a global programming language - MIT Mon, 31 Aug 2026 04:00:00 GMT
With millions of users across the world, Julia has been used to conduct cutting-edge research and to design new drugs, jet engines, heat pumps, and more.
 
Archived: Building 18 Updates - MIT Sun, 30 Aug 2026 16:00:00 GMT
 
Gage Coon: An Earth scientist exploring the power of microbes - MIT Fri, 28 Aug 2026 04:00:00 GMT
The PhD student’s research on how microorganisms digest compounds in their environment could enable advances in wastewater treatment.
 
MIT engineers create a system for building shape-changing smart devices - MIT Thu, 27 Aug 2026 04:00:00 GMT
Dubbed “bifur-circuits,” these interactive building blocks could be used to develop reconfigurable robotic grippers or customized assistive devices.
 
AI helps design new materials that work in the real world - MIT Wed, 26 Aug 2026 09:00:00 GMT
The “CrysVCD” tool developed at MIT could cut the huge amounts of time and money spent on screening out chemically unstable designs.
 
Retooling to help democracy revive - MIT Wed, 26 Aug 2026 04:00:00 GMT
Deindustrialization didn’t only hurt some workers, Daron Acemoglu says in a new book; it shrank the coalition supporting democracy, which needs expanding.
 
A new kind of aircraft departs an MIT classroom and arrives at an Ohio factory - MIT Tue, 25 Aug 2026 20:00:00 GMT
Electra’s hybrid, fixed-wing aircraft, which grew out of a class project, could make travel easier for passengers taking shorter trips.
 
Here Are All the Ways You Can Customize Your iPhone’s Lock Screen - CNET Wed, 27 Aug 2025 10:00:08 GMT
There are a handful of ways you can adjust your iPhone’s lock screen to your liking.
 
What Is Copilot? Everything You Need to Know About Microsoft’s AI Tools - CNET Thu, 17 Apr 2025 12:00:06 GMT
Copilot can answer your questions, create images and help tackle your to-do list. Here’s how Microsoft’s AI assistant works and what you’ll need to pay for.