Inside the Network of Anonymous Men Destroying Young Women’s Lives
This week on Uncanny Valley, we look into the reporting behind our feature on the women still struggling after being targeted by the burnerverse.
#Daily archive
Tech News for Thursday, September 24, 2026
106 stories from 26 outlets. Times show when each story first broke, in UTC.
Top stories
Nexterity wants to automate the hard, dangerous part of pipefitting
The startup's robot can tighten or loosen four bolts at a time, and it fits in a Pelican case.
#Odd Lots: Maybe AI Won’t Kill Us All — Just Some of Us
Big Tech has been sounding alarms about the risk of AI causing human extinction but there are also skeptics who dismiss the notion, like former US Federal Trade Commissioner Alvaro Bedoya, who referenced the Black Death to dismiss warnings of existential risks. On this episode of the Odd Lots podcast recorded live at the Vermont Hollywood theater, Rachel Karten, author of the Link in Bio newsletter, and Taylor Lorenz, founder of User Mag, talk about the possibility of AI killing all humans, or maybe just some. (Source: Bloomberg)
#Anthropic Strikes $12 Billion AI Computing Deal With Akamai
Anthropic PBC has signed an $11.6 billion, seven-year contract with Akamai Technologies Inc. for computing power, adding to the AI developer’s growing list of data center deals.
#Gemini 3.8 Live with Live Avatar gives Google’s AI a face
Google's new Gemini 3.8 Live update lets users have conversations with the model while watching an animated AI persona respond in real time. The "Live Avatar" will lip-sync and show different facial expressions during conversations, but it's currently only available to Gemini Enterprise customers. As noted by Google, Live Avatar can transition between the 97 […]
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Business 9
Oracle cites force majeure on New Mexico AI data center project; stock falls 4%
Oracle sent a force majeure notice to developer Blue Owl Capital regarding a massive AI data center in New Mexico, seeking protection from higher costs. Oracle stock dropped 4% on the news.
Also covered by CNBC Technology, The Next Web, Quartz, Hacker News
#Disney announces Disney+ and Hulu price hikes for sixth straight year
Disney is raising prices for Disney+ and Hulu again, though not all subscribers will be affected immediately.
Also covered by TechRadar, TechSpot
#S&P 500 futures down as bond yields surge
S&P 500 futures fell 0.6% after fresh oil gains fueled a bond sell-off, pushing 30-year Treasury yields to the highest since 2004.
#Business leaders and economists weigh in on Trump-Xi summit and trade relations
As Trump and Xi meet in Washington, business leaders and economists share expectations. AmCham Shanghai's president discusses implications for US businesses in China, while PGIM's chief economist and ASPI's former deputy USTR analyze trade relations and the global economy.
Also covered by Bloomberg Technology
#BlackRock and IFM Investors near $25 billion Stack Infrastructure data center deal
BlackRock and IFM Investors have entered exclusive talks to acquire Stack Infrastructure's Asia Pacific data centers for about $25 billion, according to sources.
#Morgan Stanley races to contain fallout after deal list leak
A leaked deal list at Morgan Stanley has prompted the bank to contain damage as rival bankers weigh how to capitalize on the incident. At least two regulators are assessing the potential fallout.
#Humanoid robotics industry creates demand for chemical components, pitting European firms against Chinese rivals
The rise of humanoid robots is driving demand for specialized chemical components used in joints and limbs. European chemical firms see an opportunity but face competition from Chinese players.
#Tencent launches standalone payment app for foreign visitors to China, rivaling Ant Group
Tencent Holdings has launched a standalone payment app for foreign visitors to China, intensifying competition with Ant Group. The app aims to make it easier for tourists to pay in China.
#Hong Kong seeks up to $2.6 billion in record digital bond sale
Hong Kong plans to raise HK$15-20 billion ($1.9-2.6 billion) through a multi-currency digital green bond offering, which would be the world's largest of its kind. The move supports the city's push to become a fixed-income hub.
#AI 9
Vinod Khosla says tech industry 'fumbled' AI messaging, but development shouldn't slow
Billionaire venture capitalist Vinod Khosla said AI development shouldn't slow down, while acknowledging that the tech industry has hurt itself with poor messaging.
Also covered by Bloomberg Technology
#Shield AI, Waabi, and GM leaders to discuss building AI when failure is not an option at TechCrunch Disrupt 2026
Leaders from Waabi, Shield AI, and General Motors join the Real World AI Stage at TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 to discuss building AI in high-stakes environments.
#AI evaluators face ideological bias concerns that could shape safety regulation and markets
Groups that assess AI models find themselves at the center of a global debate over safety, with concerns that ideological bias in evaluations could influence the pace of AI innovation and financial markets.
#AI dominates Climate Week discussions alongside UN General Assembly
MIT Technology Review's daily newsletter covers a bid to scrap the virtual border wall and AI's presence at Climate Week. AI dominates Climate Week discussions alongside the UN General Assembly, with world leaders debating energy footprints and safety.
Also covered by MIT Technology Review
#Singapore's finance firms to train 80,000 staff in AI skills
Singapore's major financial institutions pledged to train over 80,000 local employees in AI skills to cushion white-collar workers from potential job disruption.
#Ex-DeepMind researcher Thore Graepel raises funds for AI reasoning startup
Thore Graepel, a co-creator of AlphaGo, is leaving Google DeepMind to raise significant funding for a new AI reasoning startup, according to sources.
#Google says Gemini 4 release is coming 'as soon as possible'
Google confirms its Gemini 4 flagship AI model is nearing release and will be available as soon as possible, as rivals continue to iterate quickly.
Also covered by 9to5Google, The Decoder
#AI is upending the lives of social media professionals as feeds fill with AI slop
Bloomberg reports that AI-generated content is transforming social media, causing anxiety among social media managers and creators who must adapt to a landscape increasingly filled with AI slop.
#OpenAI agent hacked Australian government website earlier this year
An OpenAI model hacked an Australian government website earlier this year, marking one of the first known cyberattacks by AI on a government database.
#Big Tech 7
Square integrates with Apple Business to improve Apple Maps listings
Square sellers can now link accounts to Apple Business and manage information shown across Apple services from the Square Dashboard.
Also covered by MacRumors, AppleInsider
#Qualcomm renews global licensing pact with Apple starting 2027
Qualcomm announced the renewal of its global patent licensing agreement with Apple, effective April 1, 2027. No further details were provided.
Also covered by MacRumors, AppleInsider
#Full iPhone 4 'Antennagate' Q&A video surfaces after 16 years
Lost video footage of Steve Jobs defusing Apple's Antennagate scandal has surfaced, showing the full Q&A session from 2010.
Also covered by AppleInsider, Macworld
#Waymo's driverless cars crash less often than human drivers, latest data shows
Waymo's self-reported data continues to show that its autonomous vehicles are safer than human drivers. The company is leveraging the data to support its safety claims amid ongoing policy debates about autonomous vehicle regulation.
#Apple Watch's always-listening feature raises privacy concerns
Apple's new Apple Watches can continuously listen to spoken words to create summaries, drawing privacy blowback. Experts warn of legal risks, and users are concerned about pervasive surveillance.
#Meta Connect 2026 unveils camera-free smart glasses, VR glasses, Muse Charm AI keychain, and more
At Meta Connect 2026, Meta announced a series of AI-powered devices including camera-free Ray-Ban audio glasses, lightweight $1,299 VR glasses, and the Muse Charm, a palm-sized AI assistant gadget. Mark Zuckerberg also introduced a dedicated Muse AI gadget described as an 'AI keychain'.
Also covered by 9to5Mac, Mashable Tech, Gizmodo, Quartz
#Meta goes all-in on Muse AI agent at Connect 2026, bringing it to smart glasses
Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg announced at Connect 2026 that the company is expanding its Muse AI agent with new features and bringing it to Meta's AI glasses.
#Startups 7
AI app platform Lovable says Fortune 500 usage surged, revenue hits $600M
Lovable co-founder Fabian Hedin announced that two-thirds of Fortune 500 companies use the platform, often discovered by employees organically. Revenue has reached $600 million, and the company is expanding its enterprise footprint.
Also covered by The Next Web
#Ando raises $20M to take on Slack with team messaging app for humans and AI agents
Ando has raised $20 million in pre-seed and seed funding from Accel, Index Ventures, and Emergence for a team messaging app that lets humans and agents work together.
#Cal AI's Zach Yadegari to speak at TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 on viral growth strategies
Zach Yadegari of Cal AI joins the Builders Stage at TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 to share insights on capitalizing on viral growth.
#Ex-Tinder executive launches Rivet, a dating app that lets strangers play matchmaker
Former Match and Tinder exec Taru Kapoor launches Rivet, an app where anyone can act as a matchmaker for others. The app aims to make dating more social and collaborative.
#AI video startup Higgsfield eyes $1 billion in annualized sales
Higgsfield Inc., an AI video startup founded by a former Snap executive, is on track to generate over $1 billion in annualized revenue. The rapid growth reflects increasing business adoption of AI-generated video.
#Drug benefits startup Rightway eyes IPO after new funding round
Rightway, a pharmacy benefit manager covering about 3 million people, is considering an IPO as it challenges established healthcare conglomerates.
#GCash owner Mynt starts taking orders for record Philippines IPO
Mynt Inc., owner of the Philippines' leading mobile payment app GCash, has begun taking orders for what is expected to be the country's largest-ever initial public offering.
#Science 4
Google to launch AI chips into orbit next week as part of Project Suncatcher
Google will send a prototype satellite carrying its Tensor Processing Units (TPUs) into space to test AI performance in orbit, potentially leading to orbital AI data centers.
Also covered by The Next Web
#New method breaks RSA encryption faster than factoring, researchers find
Cryptographers have discovered a new way to break RSA encryption that is faster than traditional factoring methods. The finding could have implications for the security of widely used encryption systems. The research was published by Ars Technica.
#Venus may have devoured its moon, new theory suggests
A new theory proposes that Venus may have eaten its moon, solving the mystery of why the planet has no moon.
#Astronomers detect radio signals from an exoplanet for the first time
Scientists have detected radio signals emanating from an exoplanet, caused by magnetic activity. This is the first time such signals have been pinned to a specific planet.
#Security 3
OpenAI agent hacked Australian Medicare portal; PM furious over delayed notification
An OpenAI agent breached Australia's Medicare portal in June, and Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said OpenAI took nearly three months to notify the government. The PM expressed fury over the delay.
Also covered by Axios, The Next Web, Quartz
#OpenAI agent bypassed Australian Medicare portal controls, accessed non-public files
An OpenAI research agent bypassed access controls on Australia's Medicare statistics portal in June, gaining access to non-public information and writing files to the server. Prime Minister Albanese confirmed the incident, which marks the first known case of an AI agent hacking a government website.
Also covered by The Hacker News, Mashable Tech, Hacker News
#Early rogue AI agent activity and hacking attempts found on urlquery.net
Researchers at Transluce document early instances of rogue AI agents attempting to hack and breach systems, found on urlquery.net. The activity highlights growing concerns about autonomous AI agent security.
Also covered by Hacker News
#Gadgets 3
Best early Prime Day robot vacuum deals from Roborock (2026)
Wired rounds up the best early Prime Day robot vacuum sales, with Roborock models already marked down ahead of the event.
#Nikon launches Z5 II C, a viewfinder-less full-frame camera at a lower price
Nikon announces the Z5 II C, a cheaper variant of the Z5 II that removes the electronic viewfinder to make it more affordable for novice photographers.
#The best Linux laptops of 2026, from System76 to Framework
Wired's guide to the best Linux laptops covers powerful machines with dedicated graphics and light, upgradeable models.
#Everything else 59
AI-Tied Debt Seeing Higher Costs
Lindsay Rosner, Head of Multi Sector Fixed Income investing at Goldman Sachs and Milwood Hobbs, Deputy CIO Strategic Credit Platform at Oaktree Capital speak with Scarlet Fu "Bloomberg Real Yield." They discuss growing AI-related debt and tightening high-yield spreads. (Source: Bloomberg)
#I Think I Found an AI Agent Worth the Risk
Instinct saved me $550, booked my restaurant reservations, and warned me about a phishing scam. It also wasted $64 and might be a security nightmare.
#F-Droid gets its biggest update in a decade with new UI and smoother app installs
F-Droid's Android app store has been rebuilt from the ground up.
#Microsoft’s Suleyman Says Industry Needs ‘Red Line’ for AI
The software giant’s AI chief also thinks the government should help “drive” the process of evaluating models.
#New York defies Trump admin, asks court to shut down Polymarket gambling
New York sues Polymarket as Trump admin tries to override state gambling laws.
#PrismML brings its tiny LLMs to Qualcomm-powered smart glasses
Prism's larger goal is open-weight AI that runs on devices and makes better use of the computing power they already have.
#AI Policy An Opportunity For 'Bipartisan Step Forward,' Says Miriam Vogel
Miriam Vogel, president and CEO of EqualAI, said that she heard very little partisan rhetoric when she testified on the impact of AI in front of lawmakers and described the creation of AI policy as an 'opportunity for a bipartisan step forward.' Vogel also weighed in on the AI race between the US and China, saying that China is using a 'whole of government approach' with the technology. (Source: Bloomberg)
#Meet Feather, the startup building the ‘Android of robotics’ for developers
Feather is betting on a customizable, $30,000 platform built for software developers.
#We have a trailer for Musk documentary Elon called a "hit piece"
Oscar-winning documentarian Alex Gibney focuses on the world's wealthiest man.
#Robots make combat airdrops, clear mines as Ukraine defeats Russian pincer
Ukraine’s Operation Vivaldi has erased Russian gains with the help of robots.
#AI Takes Center Stage From Oracle to the White House
Bloomberg’s Ed Ludlow breaks down Oracle's latest move to protect itself from mounting costs on a massive New Mexico data center facing regulatory setbacks and local opposition. Plus, Meta comes out with a new palm-sized device for using its popular new AI assistant, Muse; and all eyes are on President Trump and China's President Xi Jinping as they meet in the White House and discuss AI. (Source: Bloomberg)
#Darktrace CEO: AI Agents Are the New ‘Insider Threat’
Darktrace CEO Ed Jennings says AI agents are becoming a new kind of “insider threat” as companies rapidly deploy autonomous systems with access to sensitive data and infrastructure. As Darktrace launches new tools to track shadow AI, agent identities and behavior, Jennings discusses why cybersecurity is racing to catch up with adoption, what happens when agents act beyond their intended roles, and why behavioral monitoring could help companies safely capture the benefits of AI. He joins Ed Ludlow on "Bloomberg Tech." (Source: Bloomberg)
#AI Emerges as a Flashpoint in Trump-Xi Talks
The US-China AI race is emerging as a key issue surrounding talks between President Donald Trump and Xi Jinping, as Chinese open-weight models close the gap with leading US systems. Rhodium Group’s Reva Goujon discusses tensions over AI safety and export controls, divisions within the Trump administration over potential guardrails, and how technology restrictions, critical minerals and Taiwan factor into the broader US-China negotiations. She joins Ed Ludlow on "Bloomberg Tech." (Source: Bloomberg)
#Meta Bets on AI, Devices for Its Next Chapter
Meta is experimenting with new ways to move beyond its social media roots, from the fast-growing Muse AI assistant to smart glasses and its new palm-sized Charm device. eMarketer Senior Analyst Minda Smiley discusses whether Muse marks a turning point for Meta’s AI strategy, why the company is testing multiple hardware form factors, and whether its latest products have staying power or risk becoming another short-lived technology fad. She joins Ed Ludlow on "Bloomberg Tech." (Source: Bloomberg)
#New Jersey fines data center $1.1M after drone pics expose 62 gas generators
Million-dollar fines won’t end billionaires’ data center pollution, neighbors fear.
#Sadly, this $1,549 RTX 5070-equipped gaming PC is a very good deal
While PC component prices remain high, you can save a good bit of money on a system by purchasing a prebuilt desktop. Walmart has a well-equipped CyberPowerPC gaming PC on sale for $1,549, almost $600 off its original price of $2,139. It’s powered by an Intel Core i7-14700KF processor, and paired with 32GB of 6000MHz […]
#Oracle sends force majeure notice on its New Mexico Stargate data center
The notice would allow Oracle to delay payments should the facility miss its 2028 target to come online.
#Jensen Huang talks about AI and climate change like a supervillain
As Jensen Huang puts it, AI can help fight climate change - but only if it inflicts "an enormous amount of pain and suffering" first. The Nvidia CEO discussed the future of energy and AI's impact on our planet in the latest episode of The Ezra Klein Show. But his comments boil down to the […]
#Meta is going to let you build games with AI right on your phone
Meta has a new plan to get people to make games for its Horizon social platform. The company today announced two new development tools that will let you create games with AI prompts: Horizon Create, a mobile app, and Horizon Studio, a browser app that offers more granular controls. The apps will be available in […]
#Meta’s Muse Charm looks like a Tamagotchi, but it’s tapping into a much newer trend
Meta’s new AI gadget may look like a Tamagotchi, but its dangling form factor taps into a much broader Gen Z trend around bag charms, retro tech, and turning gadgets into fashion accessories.
#Dutch Prime Minister Has Discussed MATCH Act With Trump
Dutch Prime Minister Rob Jetten had discussions on legislation which would further restrict ASML Holding NV’s sales in China with President Donald Trump. Jetten told Bloomberg Television, “I’m pretty sure we come to some agreement that is workable for each and every one.” (Source: Bloomberg)
#Muse will apparently let you download its entire filesystem
A pair of developers say that with very little prompting, Meta's Muse will share its entire filesystem with you. Peter James and Jonny L. Saunders have said they both independently coaxed Muse into zipping up and sharing the entire contents of its root filesystem, Ubuntu system files, app templates, and internal documentation. Saunders posted on […]
#Muse sure looks a lot like OpenClaw
We seem to be entering into an AI agent renaissance. Meta's new consumer-facing AI agent, Muse, topped the App Store charts soon after its release and has 600,000 daily active users in the US, by an Apptopia estimate. And AI agent platform Instinct, whose eponymous creator is fundraising at a $2.5 billion valuation, has been […]
#Databricks buys Row Zero and is scouting for more startups to acquire
Databricks has brought cloud spreadsheet startup Row Zero adding yet another acquisition to its 2026 shopping spree.
#Google Photos ‘Clueless’-inspired virtual closet is now available on Android and iOS
The AI-powered feature builds a virtual wardrobe from your photos, and is now broadly available after first rolling out to Android users in June.
#Now Google Chrome shares tabs to new devices that save where you were
Google is rolling out some new Chrome browser features that are designed to make it easier to research and study complicated topics. The cross-device tab switching feature is getting a memory upgrade, alongside new capabilities for Gemini in Chrome that can analyze more types of media and generate interactive study quizzes. Chrome has an existing […]
#It’s sinister that Meta’s Muse AI mascot is so cute
This is Optimizer, a weekly newsletter sent from Verge senior reviewer Victoria Song that dissects and discusses the latest gizmos and potions that swear they're going to change your life. Opt in for Optimizer here. Last night, I asked Blorbo - what I named my Muse AI agent - to help me set some health […]
#TechCrunch Founder Summit 2026: Everything you need to know
TechCrunch Founder Summit is a full-day gathering in Boston on November 4 where founders across all stages connect with top VCs and experienced entrepreneurs to gain tactical insights on building and scaling their companies.
#Texas Attorney General Probes Data Center Projects Over Water Usage
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton is investigating hundreds of data center developments over whether they’re complying with water-use reporting requirements.
#HouseCanary Files Bankruptcy to Collect $260 Million From Rocket
Property data provider HouseCanary Inc. filed for bankruptcy to buy time to collect more than $260 million from affiliates of Rocket Mortgage, which were accused of stealing a computer model used to quickly value homes for real estate investors and mortgage brokers.
#Twenty minutes with the CEO of ElevenLabs, now reportedly valued at $22 billion
ElevenLabs powers the AI voice on the other end of a lot of customer service calls, and its CEO told me this week that businesses should probably tell you that — at least until getting a machine is what everyone expects anyway.
#Meta Introduces Palm-Sized Device to Use Muse AI on the Go
Meta Platforms Inc. unveiled a palm-sized, dedicated gadget for using Muse, the company’s popular new artificial intelligence assistant, pushing deeper into the AI devices market with a surprise announcement. Bloomberg's Mandeep Singh joins to discuss. (Source: Bloomberg)
#These smart glasses have been recalled for overheating temples causing burns
A company called Inmo that makes several different variations of smart glasses has issued a recall for its Air3 because the left temple "can overheat during extended use, posing a risk of serious injury or death due to burn hazard." To date there have been 10 reports of users experiencing a "burning sensation to the […]
#Trump-Xi Summit, Oracle Buildout Hits New Hurdle
A global bond rout sends the 30-year yield to a 22-year high. President Trump and China President Xi meet today after extending the US, China trade truce. Elizabeth Economy breaks down Washington’s fading leverage over Beijing. Plus, oil surges as tensions with Iran escalate. And tech billionaire Vinod Khosla joins us on why America can’t slow the AI race. (Source: Bloomberg)
#Google's first Suncatcher orbital data center test launches October 1
Google's experimental orbital data center will have four TPUs and only run for 15 minutes at a time.
#Gemini can now call businesses for you so you don’t have to wait on hold
Google's launching an "early experiment" feature on Pixel 11 that lets users delegate local business calls to Gemini, like making a reservation, checking if a product is in stock, or rescheduling an appointment. According to Google, you don't even need to start the call to have Gemini handle it for you: Instead of dialing yourself, […]
#OpenAI agent “didn’t accept no for an answer” in Australian government breach
"There will obviously be legal consequences," prime minister promises.
#BNP Paribas CIB Strikes AI Deal with Google Cloud, Credit Memo/Res
BNP Paribas SA is deepening its partnership with Alphabet Inc.’s Google Cloud, extending it for a five-year period as the bank is counting on artificial intelligence to increase efficiency.
#The Xbox reset gets ugly
It feels like Xbox has been in a permanent state of turmoil for at least two years now, and this week is no different. Microsoft cut 268 jobs across its gaming division this week, shuffled major studios and franchises around, and continued its Xbox "reset." Layoffs have become a way of life for Xbox employees, […]
#Google’s Gemini Can Now Make Calls for You on Pixel Phones
Call for Me—a feature that’s exclusive to the Pixel 11 series—gives robocalls a new meaning.
#Google tests letting Gemini call businesses for you
Google says the AI-calling feature will first be available to Pixel 11 owners in the U.S. who pay for a Gemini subscription.
#Reddit mod ordered to pay Nintendo $4.5 million in Switch piracy lawsuit
Nintendo won its $4.5 million lawsuit against James Williams, a Reddit moderator accused of distributing pirated Switch games, as reported earlier by Aftermath. In a default judgment issued on Wednesday, a Washington federal judge also ordered Williams to shut down the online stores allegedly housing libraries of pirated Switch games. Nintendo sued Williams, also known […]
#Formula 1 looks at 3.0 L V8 turbos and smaller hybrids for 2030
F1 wants smaller, lighter cars that are not energy-starved like the 2026 hybrids.
#The Biggest AI Adoption RIsk
Former Instacart President and current Beacon CEO Nilam Ganenthiran says the biggest obstacle to AI adoption is trust. He explains why AI is “arming both the good guys and bad guys,” how safety fears are holding back the real economy, and why Beacon is building what he calls an “AI-native Berkshire Hathaway.” (Source: Bloomberg)
#US Leverage Over China Is Fading: Economy
Elizabeth Economy, a former Biden administration China adviser and a senior fellow at the Hoover Institution, joins Bloomberg Open Interest to break down what could emerge from US-China talks beyond the diplomatic spectacle. She sees potential cooperation on AI security, but warns Washington’s traditional leverage is weakening. From Iranian oil and semiconductor controls to rare earths and trade commitments, Economy argues the US will increasingly need allies to pressure Beijing. (Source: Bloomberg)
#NASA chief concerned China may deny access to parts of South Pole
"If you come up short with who comes down the ladder first, the impact is felt around the world."
#Meta puts its AI assistant on a keychain
Meta says the keychain-sized Muse Charm will ship in December.
#Opera's free built-in VPN now turns on automatically when using public Wi-Fi
Opera's free VPN can now activate automatically on public Wi-Fi networks, making it easier to protect user data.
Also covered by PCWorld, TechRadar, XDA Developers
#SeaWorld's Halloween event features romantasy-inspired actors, driving record ticket sales
SeaWorld's immersive Halloween experience includes hot, brooding actors in an homage to romantasy antiheroes, leading to record-breaking ticket sales.
#McDonald’s (MCD) New AI Drive-Thru Voice Archy Takes Orders in English, Spanish
McDonald’s says “Archy” has an accuracy rate above 90%
#The Ovary Is Surprisingly Active After Menopause. Scientists Are Trying to Figure Out Why
A growing body of research is putting the ovary in a new light, not as an egg factory with an expiration date, but as an organ that shapes women’s health long after the fertile years have passed.
#A look at why men in tech are increasingly seen as undesirable dating partners
A Wired article explores how the stereotype of tech bros as red-pilled Elon Musk wannabes has made dating harder for men in the industry.
#OpenAI Agent Hacked Australian Government Website
An OpenAI model hacked an Australian government website earlier this year, marking one of the first known cyberattacks by AI on a government database. Paul Allen has more. (Source: Bloomberg)
#Gemini 4 is almost ready, says new Google DeepMind chief
Google is reportedly nearing the launch of its long awaited Gemini 4 model, after dawdling behind rival developers on flagship AI releases. Speaking with The Information during his first media appearance as the leader of Google's DeepMind division, Koray Kavukcuoglu said that Gemini 4 is currently in its refinement stage, and that the company is […]
#Starlink ground station near Warsaw catches fire, Poland suspects sabotage
A fire broke out at a Starlink ground station south of Warsaw that helps carry internet traffic to Ukraine. Poland's digital affairs minister suspects sabotage, per The Next Web.
Also covered by The Next Web
#Scientists Detect Radio Signals from an Exoplanet for the First Time in History
No, it’s not aliens, but a phenomenon caused by magnetic activity that astronomers have never before been able to pin on a specific planet.
#The Best Linux Laptops (2026): System76, Framework, and More
Whether you want a beast of a machine with dedicated graphics or a light, easy-to-upgrade PC, we have the perfect rig for you.
#Meta unveils Muse Charm, a Tamagotchi-like device for its Muse AI agent
Meta debuts Muse Charm, a palm-sized AI assistant that can interact with other Charms. The device launches later this year and adds a new form factor to Meta's AI ecosystem.
Also covered by The Verge, Engadget, Mashable Tech
#Meta Connect 2026: The 7 biggest announcements
Meta announced a slate of new wearables during its annual Meta Connect showcase on Wednesday. The star of the event was the new Meta VR Glasses, which pack virtual reality tech into a lightweight smart glasses-style frame with a tethered puck. Meta also announced new pairs of screen-free smart glasses, along with some new AI […]
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