Daily archive
64 stories from 42 outlets. Times show when each story first broke, in UTC.
Magnet Forensics is suing Paradigm Shift Technology over its publication of the usbliter8 exploit, claiming the exploit was developed using stolen trade secrets from the company's forensic tools.
Also covered by AppleInsider
#Apple has released the first trailer for its upcoming Matchbox movie, based on the toy car brand. The trailer shows action-packed scenes.
Also covered by Polygon
#The Verge reports on a bizarre 3D-printed case for the Xteink X4 e-reader that resembles a Glock 19, sparking debate about whether such a design is dangerous or merely a novelty.
#As student protests spread across India, Prime Minister Narendra Modi has turned to Instagram Reels, swapping his trademark cinematic videos for raw, self-recorded messages aimed at the country's youth, per Bloomberg Technology.
#Wired explains that electrolyte powders promise better hydration and recovery, but for most people, water and food are sufficient unless they are losing serious fluid.
#The Verge argues that expensive sleepbuds from Anker and Ozlo may not be the best solution for side-sleepers who want to listen to audio while falling asleep. Instead, a well-chosen pillow can provide a more comfortable and effective solution.
#The Verge's Installer newsletter covers the latest in folding and flipping phones, along with other tech highlights. The edition includes reading about Google Zero and armored cars for rich people.
#Wired compares the Cricut Explore 5 and Siser Romeo smart cutting machines, helping users decide between a hobby-friendly machine and a serious production tool.
#Canon has registered three new cameras with wireless certification agencies, signaling imminent announcements. One of the models is rumored to be a digital tribute to the classic AE-1 film camera.
Also covered by The Next Web
#Articles from MakeUseOf and others offer multiple ways to repurpose old Amazon Kindles, including using them as dedicated e-readers, digital photo frames, or smart home displays. The new article highlights five genuinely useful things an old Kindle can still do, expanding on earlier suggestions.
Also covered by MakeUseOf
#Lenovo's upcoming ThinkCentre X desktop launches in the US with configurations reaching nearly $14,000, featuring up to 256GB RAM and dual RTX 5060 Ti GPUs. The workstation targets high-compute users who need extreme performance in a desktop form factor.
Also covered by Mashable Tech, Digital Trends
#Wired reviews the GoPro Mission 1 Pro, praising its larger sensor and cinematic footage as the best action camera currently available.
Also covered by Mashable Tech
#Samsung's next major update implements Android 17's security feature: after 13 failed PIN attempts, the phone locks and may factory reset. The feature aims to prevent brute-force attacks.
Also covered by Android Authority, Android Police, Digital Trends
#Android 17 was expected to fix a persistent Pixel annoyance but instead made it worse, according to How-To Geek. The update takes one step forward and two steps back, leaving users frustrated. Specific details on the annoyance are not disclosed in the summary.
Also covered by Android Police, How-To Geek
#Amazon's weekend Apple sale offers up to $150 off Apple Watch Series 11, an AirTag 4-pack for $89, and iPad discounts. The deals also include other Apple products at low prices.
Also covered by MacRumors, AppleInsider
#Investors in Asia are shifting from volatile AI trades to stocks in Indonesian banks, Chinese e-commerce, and Indian tech firms to reduce risk, according to Bloomberg.
#Chinese regulators fined Trip.com Group Ltd. 5.18 billion yuan ($765 million) after concluding the country's largest travel booking platform abused its market dominance. The penalty follows a monthslong investigation into the company's practices.
Also covered by The Next Web
#Huawei is constructing its own DRAM fabrication facility, a move that could significantly impact global RAM pricing. The market has been desperate for additional DRAM supply for over a year.
Also covered by Slashdot
#Prediction market platform Kalshi has demanded Netflix remove the trailer for its documentary 'Prediction Games,' claiming it contains a fake trade slip that defames the company. Netflix has not yet responded.
Also covered by Quartz, ReadWrite
#Tokenized stocks on Robinhood Chain have surged fivefold, with trading volume increasing significantly. The growth highlights the expanding use of blockchain for real-world asset tokenization.
Also covered by Decrypt
#Warner Bros. Discovery has filed a lawsuit against Amazon, alleging the company illegally poached HBO executives. The case is expected to renew debates about the enforceability of term employment agreements under California law.
Also covered by TechCrunch, Engadget, GeekWire
#Samsung has secured a $200 billion chip supply contract with Broadcom, locking in years of production as shortages are expected to persist into 2028.
Also covered by TechSpot, The Next Web
#SK Group Chairman Chey Tae Won said Anthropic has asked SK Hynix, one of the world's largest memory chip makers, for supplies to manufacture its own semiconductors.
#OpenAI launches a physical AI keypad for coders, providing quick access to AI functions; early impressions find it fun for some but mystifying for others.
#A Stanford policy brief examines the real impact of AI on employment, aiming to separate hype from evidence. The brief suggests the AI jobs apocalypse is not imminent, countering alarmist narratives. It provides a data-driven analysis of current trends and their implications for workers.
Also covered by Hacker News
#DeepSeek has suspended its second fundraising round after founder Liang Wenfeng's comments during private investor meetings were leaked and went viral, discussing the compute gap to the US.
Also covered by The Next Web, Gizmodo, Hacker News
#A user remotely overclocks a PC using Claude AI and KVM-over-IP, finding it effective.
Also covered by Hackaday
#Cloudflare is preparing to categorize AI traffic, but mismatches in categorization could lead to accidentally blocking all AI traffic, with concerns that the only losers will be Cloudflare's customers, mainly publishers.
Also covered by Hacker News
#A malvertising campaign uses fake Solana, Luno, and TradingView pages with malicious JavaScript that assembles malware directly in browser memory.
Also covered by The Hacker News
#An in-depth profile of Phineas Fisher, a prolific hacktivist who targeted spyware companies and evaded capture. The article explores their methods and impact on the surveillance industry.
Also covered by Hacker News
#A malicious map in Meccha Chameleon's Steam Workshop was found attempting to download malware onto players' PCs. Digital Trends reports the incident and advises on safety measures.
Also covered by Mashable Tech, Polygon
#Android Authority reports that Google is considering changes to on-device ADB that could block local loopback connections, breaking root-free customization tools like Shizuku, worrying Android enthusiasts.
Also covered by Hacker News
#A lawsuit claims Apple ranked a fake Sparrow Wallet app in curated crypto collections, leading to $1.8M in Bitcoin theft. The suit alleges Apple failed to vet the app properly.
Also covered by MacRumors, 9to5Mac, AppleInsider, CoinDesk, BleepingComputer
#Flock Safety surveillance cameras are being vandalized and destroyed in multiple states, including New York, California, and Idaho. The incidents are part of a growing backlash against the cameras, with activists using electric saws, paint, and trucks to disable them.
Also covered by 404 Media, Techdirt, Slashdot, Hacker News
#Nvidia and SK Group have announced a $500 billion strategic partnership focused on long-term memory supply, 2 GW AI data centers, and future AI infrastructure. The deal involves Nvidia locking down memory supply from SK Hynix.
Also covered by Tom's Hardware, Wccftech
#Apple's plan to buy memory from a blacklisted Chinese supplier faces pushback from Micron, which claims it will destabilize the U.S. tech industry. The clash escalates as Micron urges the White House to reject the plan, per AppleInsider.
Also covered by AppleInsider, Wccftech
#Google is rolling out Immersive Navigation and a live speedometer in Android Auto to a wider audience, bringing richer maps and real-time driving information to more drivers.
Also covered by Digital Trends
#An analysis of the potential Googlebook device, suggesting multiple pathways for it to coexist with Chromebooks. The outcome depends on Google's execution.
Also covered by TechRadar
#Elon Musk's tunneling startup, The Boring Company, is reportedly in talks for a major new funding round that would value the company at $20 billion. The company is known for its underground transportation tunnels and has projects in Las Vegas and other locations.
#A new vehicle-to-grid program in Massachusetts allows electric vehicle drivers to sell surplus energy back to the utility, turning cars into mobile power sources.
Also covered by Gizmodo
#Museums are embracing data-driven curation and a shifting technology landscape to enhance the visitor experience, per Ars Technica.
#Christopher Nolan's The Odyssey was designed for IMAX 70mm, but only a limited number of theaters worldwide can project the film in that format. The scarcity has sparked debate among cinephiles about whether to travel for the experience.
#Libraries across the US are hosting 'Avoiding AI' workshops that have seen unprecedented demand. The workshops cater to individuals who are frustrated with the increasing presence of AI in technology and want to reduce their reliance on it.
#The Verge reviews What Surrounds Us, a puzzle game where players control a donut-shaped circle that must collaborate with other sentient circles to traverse a map. The game explores themes of connection and joy through its unique mechanics.
#Oli Freke, a musician and journalist, discusses his spending habits on bicycles. His work has appeared in Sound on Sound, The Quietus, and Mixmag.
#Wired reviews Leatherology totes after months of daily use, praising their ability to carry laptops, chargers, and work essentials. The bags remain a favorite for workdays.
#Marvel announces it is retiring the Avengers and replacing them with a new team led by Storm. At Comic-Con 2026, Marvel also reveals a Ghost Rider movie starring Ryan Gosling and confirms Black Panther 3 for December 2028, with David Jonsson cast as T'Challa's son.
Also covered by Polygon
#Lockheed Martin introduced the reusable Morfius X-Rotor, claiming it disables over 50 drones while reducing dependence on expensive interceptor missiles.
Also covered by TechRadar
#Astral shipped a significant new version of their Ruff Python linting tool on July 23rd. The update introduces new default checks that may cause CI failures for projects with unpinned dependencies.
Also covered by Hacker News
#IDW's flagship TMNT comic is undergoing another major change in 2027. IGN spoke with current and incoming writers about the series' future at Comic-Con 2026.
Also covered by IGN
#IGN analyzes Robert Downey Jr.'s Doctor Doom armor from the upcoming Avengers: Doomsday, comparing it to the comic version. The costume was fully revealed at Comic-Con 2026.
Also covered by IGN
#Users recommend switching from the built-in Windows Snipping Tool to a free third-party app that offers superior annotation, editing, and sharing capabilities, making it a much better option for everyday screenshot needs.
Also covered by How-To Geek
#A user discovers a single switch in Google Photos that frees up 15GB of space by removing duplicate or hidden data, without deleting any actual photos. The trick involves using a built-in cleanup tool that many users overlook.
Also covered by XDA Developers, Android Police
#William Gibson speaks out to calm fan fears about Apple TV's Neuromancer adaptation, which debuted its first trailer and release date at Comic-Con.
Also covered by 9to5Mac, Engadget, Gizmodo, Polygon, IGN
#A script for a Dungeons & Dragons movie sequel exists, but financial hurdles may prevent production. Gizmodo reports that the sequel cannot happen due to money constraints.
#Christopher Nolan explains some of the changes he made for The Odyssey compared to Homer's epic poem, including the new ending. The film is a smash hit on course to make over $1 billion at the global box office.
Also covered by TechRadar, How-To Geek, IGN
#Scanwheel is an open-source mechanical television project that uses a drum-style scanner to display images. The build-it-yourself kit recreates the early mechanical TV technology from the 1930s, allowing hobbyists to experiment with electromechanical video.
Also covered by Hacker News
#Polygon shares details on Magic: The Gathering's future, including hints at the next Marvel tie-in, the return to Kamigawa, and mechanics for an underwater set.
Also covered by Mashable Tech
#TechRadar provides hints and answers for the New York Times Connections puzzle for July 26, 2026, game #1141, including commentary on the day's categories.
Also covered by Mashable Tech
#Hints and answers for the New York Times Strands puzzle No. 875 for July 26, 2026.
Also covered by CNET, Mashable Tech
#Rockstar co-founder Dan Houser commented on PlayStation's disc phase-out, saying he is not concerned but believes companies should continue to provide physical game releases for those who want them. He made the remarks during a Comic-Con interview.
#Debian is voting on a general resolution to ban LLM-generated code, while Ubuntu embraces AI. Separately, community-led hosting site Codeberg has formally announced that projects whose code is largely or fully machine-generated through LLMs will no longer be welcome.
Also covered by Slashdot, Hacker News
#A man was wrongfully convicted and spent over a year in prison due to a Skyrim username mix-up that led to a mistaken identity in a child sex crime case, Polygon reports.
Also covered by Wired, TechSpot, Android Authority, Gizmodo, Polygon
#Square Enix is working to provide a physical release for Final Fantasy 7 Revelation, but the game's enormous size poses a significant obstacle.
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