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163 stories from 43 outlets. Times show when each story first broke, in UTC.
Lenovo's IdeaPad Vibe targets the MacBook Neo with colorful designs, swappable keycaps, AMD and Qualcomm chip options, starting at $699.
Also covered by 9to5Google, Tom's Hardware, 9to5Mac, Engadget, Mashable Tech
#HTC's Vive Eagle smart glasses, offering Meta Glasses-like features, are now available in the US with a snap-on battery accessory for extended use.
Also covered by CNET, Engadget, Android Authority, How-To Geek
#Final Fantasy Resonance brings the series back to turn-based origins, but its mobile game cutscenes and design hold it back, according to a review.
Also covered by Mashable Tech, TechRadar, Polygon, IGN, Wccftech
#Belkin announced two super-slim semi-solid-state power banks, the UltraCharge series, and cross-platform trackers at IFA 2026. Early looks suggest significant improvements in battery life and design.
Also covered by The Verge, 9to5Google, Engadget, TechRadar, Android Authority
#Four major AI models — ChatGPT, Claude, Grok, and Gemini — experienced significant service disruptions within the same few-hour window Thursday morning. OpenAI and Anthropic reported elevated errors and later restored service, while Grok remained impaired and monitoring suggested a likely Gemini outage.
Also covered by Wired, The Register, Axios, 9to5Google, MacRumors
#T-Mobile US CEO Srini Gopalan is banking on home internet and AI for growth, after the company's stock fell 25%.
Also covered by The Next Web
#Bloomberg reports that Jeff Bezos' Blue Origin is developing its planned satellite network with the help of employees poached from Amazon's satellite project.
#Malaysia's central bank is expected to keep interest rates unchanged, with subdued inflation giving policymakers little reason to tighten despite resilient economic growth. Investors are betting on rate hikes later.
#BetterHelp is the top podcast advertiser of all time, having spent $242 million on ads since 2023, according to estimates.
#Ciena CEO Gary Smith discussed the company's role as a key enabler of AI infrastructure following a strong earnings report that beat expectations and raised guidance. Despite the results, shares fell sharply.
#Asian economies from India to Malaysia and Australia posted solid growth last quarter, using fiscal buffers to secure energy supplies and cushion households amid the AI boom.
#Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick said the Trump administration is considering fresh tariffs on imported semiconductors to lure more manufacturing to the US. Chip-supply-chain companies remain upbeat due to AI chip demand, according to Bloomberg reporting from Semicon Taiwan.
#Zumba CEO Alberto Perlman discusses the company's growth over 25 years, how AI is changing the business, and the future of dance fitness.
#Magnetar founder Alec Litowitz discusses his new book 'The Adaptability Quotient' and how investors should update decision-making when old strategies stop working. He links the theme to AI's impact on markets and mindsets.
#Elliott Investment Management has built a sizeable stake in Deutsche Telekom and indicated the German telecom giant should ditch a potential merger with its American arm T-Mobile US, according to sources.
#Skyworks Solutions Chair Chris King, a semiconductor veteran with over 50 years of experience, stated that the current chip cycle is far from over. She discussed her career and the industry outlook.
#Snowflake posted a third straight quarter of accelerating product revenue growth and raised its full-year outlook. CEO Sridhar Ramaswamy says AI accounted for about half of the company's outperformance.
#Shenzhen Longsys Electronics Co. priced its Hong Kong listing at HK$236, below the top end of the marketed range, joining a wave of Chinese AI supply chain companies debuting in the city.
#Nell Minow of ValueEdge Advisors says SpaceX needs a succession plan, contrasting its governance with Anthropic's unusual structure that combines elements of public companies and nonprofits.
#Ireland's PM says Europe needs a change in mindset and bolder action on innovation to avoid falling behind the US and China.
#S&P 500 futures are flat as technology shares react to earnings from Broadcom, Hewlett Packard Enterprise, and Snowflake.
#Planet Labs is in discussions to provide satellite-imaging services for monitoring data centers, according to its CFO, as the company seeks growth beyond the defense sector.
#Benjamin Hein, CEO of Electronics at Merck KGaA, outlines the company's strategy and outlook for the semiconductor industry in an interview at Semicon Taiwan.
#Wired reports on the growing consequences of prediction market betting, including users being banned from platforms and facing legal trouble, as regulators and platforms tighten rules.
#Skylar CIO Bill Perkins discusses a new ETF built on short-dated electricity futures in PJM and ERCOT, giving investors direct exposure to power prices. Perkins says AI-driven electricity demand growth will play out over years.
#David Booth, co-founder of Dimensional Fund Advisors, discusses his new book 'Stay Calm' and advises investors to ignore short-term market noise.
#A Bloomberg Technology video explores how Adam Smith's economic principles apply to modern investing during the AI boom, offering historical perspective on market dynamics.
#The Japanese yen has strengthened sharply, putting pressure on the Bank of Japan to intervene. Analysts warn that further currency moves could disrupt Japanese exports and global markets. The BOJ faces a delicate balance between supporting growth and containing inflation.
#South Korean police have referred Hybe Co. founder Bang Si-hyuk to prosecutors following a long-running investigation into allegations he misled investors ahead of the company's 2020 IPO. The referral marks a significant escalation in the probe into the K-pop giant's founder.
#HPE CEO Antonio Neri highlights the Oracle networking deal and sees 'huge growth' in enterprise AI adoption, as HPE lifts sales forecast.
Also covered by Quartz
#Sony and Microsoft face consumer lawsuits over tariff refunds, with Sony refusing to share $500m with PlayStation customers despite raising prices.
Also covered by Gizmodo, Decrypt, IGN
#Data center startup Crusoe has signed a cloud contract with trading firm Jane Street valued at around $13 billion, according to sources.
Also covered by The Next Web
#Xbox introduces monthly cloud gaming limits for Game Pass subscribers starting November, with strict hourly caps per month, as reported by Mashable and others.
Also covered by CNBC Technology, 9to5Google, Engadget, Polygon, Quartz
#Adobe named Anil Chakravarthy as president and CEO from December, with Shantanu Narayen moving to executive chair. Chakravarthy, who came up through Digital Experience, was handed Photoshop to run for the first time.
Also covered by Bloomberg Technology, CNBC Technology, The Next Web, Quartz
#Tottenham Hotspur's CTO detailed how migrating away from VMware reduced licensing fees by 85%, pointing to issues with Broadcom's takeover of the virtualization giant.
Also covered by The Register, TechRadar
#Major automakers are pushing Congress to permanently ban Chinese connected vehicles, citing data privacy and national security concerns. High tariffs already block Chinese cars, but lawmakers are considering an outright ban that would go further.
Also covered by Quartz, Slashdot
#ByteDance, TikTok's parent company, borrows $29.6B (approx. $30B) from nearly 30 banks to fund AI chip purchases, model development, and overseas data center expansion. The unsecured loan marks one of Asia's largest dollar-denominated borrowings this year.
Also covered by The Next Web, Quartz, Decrypt
#A new interactive map tracks over 600 data center projects across Texas, showing locations of operating and planned facilities.
Also covered by Hacker News
#Trump slaps up to 100% tariffs on imported drones and critical components, citing national security. Products from allied nations face 10-15% rates. Critics warn of disaster for US drone market.
Also covered by Tom's Hardware, Quartz
#Anker launches MindBase, a local-first AI home hub with Matter 1.5, Thread, Zigbee, and an expandable 48TB NAS, aiming to solve the ecosystem problem.
Also covered by Engadget, AppleInsider, TechRadar, Android Authority, Android Police
#Motorola spiffed up the Razr with a Swarovski meteorite finish, introduced the Moto Watch Ultra with Wear OS and Polar health tracking, and added the Edge 70 Plus to its mobile portfolio.
Also covered by CNET, Android Authority, Android Police
#Gizmodo reviews the Moto Watch Ultra, noting it brings Wear OS back with Polar health tracking and LTE, but is a standard smartwatch for good and bad.
Also covered by 9to5Google, Android Authority, Android Police, Gizmodo, How-To Geek
#Ugreen's MagFlow Pro Magnetic Power Bank features visible coolant flow through a 'Cyber Window' and liquid cooling technology. Priced at $149.99, the power bank offers faster charging and thermal management.
Also covered by Android Authority
#Sonos CEO Tom Conrad discusses the company's turnaround after the disastrous 2024 app launch. Conrad, former CTO of Pandora and VP at Snap, outlines the reboot strategy.
#SwitchBot's Lock Ultra Max Vision Pro Combo offers fingerprint, passcode, and other entry methods. The retrofit lock targets European homes without traditional keys.
#Until Dawn 2 launches January 28, 2027, set on a tropical island. The game was co-developed by AdHoc Studio, the team behind Dispatch.
#The Eufy Robot Lawn Mower S2 Max, announced at IFA 2026, features an extendable trimming arm for precise edge cutting and vSLAM navigation using cameras.
#Wired's tested picks for the best video doorbell cameras in 2026, covering subscription-free models and more.
#Wired tests and ranks indoor and outdoor air quality monitors that provide insights into home air quality, warn of harmful pollutant levels, and help keep tabs on the environment.
#Mammotion introduces its most capable robot mowers yet at IFA 2026, including the LUBA 4 AWD and Maston models designed to handle challenging lawns, per How-To Geek (sponsored).
Also covered by Android Authority, How-To Geek
#Ugreen's new HomeAgent platform combines security camera storage, on-device AI, and Matter-based device control. The company also launched a liquid-cooled Qi2 charger at IFA 2026.
Also covered by 9to5Google, MacRumors, Engadget, XDA Developers, Android Authority
#Reviews for the Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 5 are in, praising superb sound quality and a repairable design with replaceable batteries. The earbuds feature a new design and improved active noise cancellation.
Also covered by Mashable Tech, TechSpot
#Lenovo's Project Swan rolls a 14-inch laptop out to 17 inches sideways at 1.6kg, which is considerably lighter than carrying a laptop plus a portable monitor.
Also covered by The Verge, Wired, Engadget, Tom's Hardware, CNET
#Awol Vision unveils the LuxVision, the first 4K 120Hz ultra-short-throw projector with optical lens shift, making high-refresh 4K more living-room-friendly.
Also covered by Android Authority
#Philips Hue announced a new TV camera designed to improve TV sync lighting, along with additional smart lights at IFA 2026. The company also gave Bridge users a long-requested feature.
Also covered by The Verge, 9to5Google, 9to5Mac, TechRadar, Android Authority
#At IFA 2026, Roborock introduces the Saros 20 Flow Complete robot vacuum that cleans its own mop, joining a wave of new robot vacuums, lawn mowers, and pool cleaners from Roborock and other brands.
Also covered by Engadget, Android Authority, Android Police
#Hohem Eyepic, showcased at IFA 2026, is described as the world's first 2-in-1 pocket gimbal and action camera. Its innovative detachable design and native 4K video could challenge DJI.
Also covered by Engadget, TechRadar, Android Authority
#The second-gen DJI Romo robot vacuum uses drone expertise for navigation, features robust privacy measures after the first-gen's hacking incident, and has a distinctive design.
Also covered by Engadget, TechRadar
#Govee's new Sky Ceiling Light mimics a skylight, shifting colors based on time, weather, and mood, competing with Philips' similar product. The light is Matter-enabled and launches at IFA 2026.
Also covered by MacRumors, TechRadar, Android Authority, Gizmodo
#Aqara expands into smart lighting at IFA 2026 with five Matter-enabled smart lights featuring Apple Home support and new sensor combos, challenging established brands like Govee.
Also covered by MacRumors, CNET, Gizmodo
#Acer's Project DualPlay Mini concept handheld gaming PC flips open into a mini laptop; hands-on impressions from Engadget and TechSpot highlight its innovative design and gaming performance.
Also covered by TechSpot, MakeUseOf, IGN
#TCL launches the P80 Ultra, a phone combining an NXTPAPER e-reader display with an OLED screen. Reviewers question why other manufacturers aren't copying this dual-display approach.
Also covered by TechRadar, Android Authority, Android Police, Gizmodo
#TECNO's latest concept phone takes the bezel race to zero, beating Apple to the punch.
Also covered by Android Authority, Android Police
#The Samsung HW-Q990F soundbar is praised as one of the best available, and is now available at a Labor Day discount of $999.99.
Also covered by TechRadar
#The DJI Osmo 360 II offers replaceable lenses, new image sensors, and 8K60 video but won't launch in the US. Testing against the Insta360 X6 finds the X6 remains the top 360 camera, though not by much.
Also covered by CNET, Mashable Tech, TechRadar, Android Authority, Gizmodo
#Aurzen's latest pocket projector, the ZIP Pro, upgrades to 1080p and includes a bigger battery for longer usage, building on the original ZIP's folding design.
Also covered by XDA Developers, Android Authority, How-To Geek
#Garmin's Labor Day sale discounts the Fenix 8 to its lowest-ever price, the Instinct 3 Tactical Solar below $400, and the Venu 3S by 36% at Amazon.
Also covered by Mashable Tech, TechRadar, Android Authority
#Early users report water getting into the battery compartment of Dyson's $499.99 CameraJet electric toothbrush, causing breakage. Dyson unveiled the product at IFA 2026 along with 9 other new devices including the Nurovi robot vacuum and HushJet fans.
Also covered by The Verge, Bloomberg Technology, CNET, Engadget, Mashable Tech
#The Fairphone 6 Plus is now available in the US, offering affordable replacement parts, a five-year warranty, and updates through 2033. Wired's review praises the phone's sustainability without major compromise, making it a compelling option for eco-conscious buyers.
Also covered by Wired, The Verge, Android Authority, Hacker News
#OpenAI CEO Sam Altman says top AI developers have fumbled at communicating the benefits of the technology, leaving the industry vulnerable to growing backlash. He made the comments in a Bloomberg interview.
Also covered by Bloomberg Technology, The Next Web
#A Pentagon official confirms Anthropic remains a supply chain risk, contradicting Commerce Secretary Lutnick's earlier statement that the company is back on the right side.
#The Los Angeles Unified School District is barring students from using generative AI tools on district devices as part of a broader push to reduce screen time.
#An Anthropic executive stated the company does not intend to compete on price to gain market share, as it faces more affordable options from rivals like OpenAI and Google. The Claude maker is focusing on differentiation rather than a price war.
#Julie Bornstein, founder and CEO of Daydream, discusses how AI-powered shopping agents are transforming back-to-school season. The platform lets users describe themselves and chat with an AI agent for personalized product recommendations.
#Three major pharmaceutical companies have invested in Owkin's AI platform to accelerate drug discovery and reduce bottlenecks. The AI can generate thousands of drug candidates in seconds, but the sheer volume poses a new challenge. The partnerships aim to streamline the selection and validation of promising compounds.
#OpenAI estimated its partnership with Cursor would generate over $1 billion in annual revenue, but walked away after Elon Musk's SpaceX acquired the AI coding startup, per WIRED.
#Saudi AI company Humain has built a national AI platform using an open model from Chinese lab MiniMax, joining a trend of countries seeking control over AI technology.
#Ollie, a family-focused AI assistant, emphasizes privacy by not using user data for training or sharing it with third parties.
#Sen. Bernie Sanders and Rep. Greg Casar introduced legislation to permanently ban the development and deployment of artificial superintelligence. The proposal cites recent hackings involving 'rogue' AI models and calls for pausing AI development.
Also covered by Slashdot, Hacker News
#Nvidia's PAIR (Personal AI Router) automatically distributes AI workloads across multiple PCs on a home network, turning idle GPUs into a local AI cluster for agentic tasks.
Also covered by Tom's Hardware, CNET, Engadget, AppleInsider, PCWorld
#Organizations are struggling to modernize infrastructure, control costs, and pick the right applications as they move from AI experiments to core business operations, leaving readiness lagging behind industry rhetoric.
Also covered by SiliconANGLE
#Anthropic introduces Claude for Commerce Agents, a set of tools and blueprints for retailers, travel, telecom, and ticketing platforms to build AI shopping agents. The launch includes both a shopper-facing agent and a merchant agent, aiming to help companies deploy AI agents for the holiday season.
Also covered by Quartz, Hacker News
#AI safety researchers say OpenAI's Astra appears to do less of its reasoning in visible text, raising concerns about monitorability. The debate follows a position paper by Greenblatt and Pachocki.
Also covered by Bloomberg Technology, TechCrunch, Wired, The Verge, CNBC Technology
#Cybersecurity experts weigh in on the potential issues with OpenAI's GPT-6 Astra model, particularly its 'recurrent depth' reasoning, questioning whether it was properly tested for safety.
Also covered by TechRadar, The Decoder, The Next Web, Gizmodo, Slashdot
#OpenAI releases GPT-6 Astra but rollout issues prompt apology from Sam Altman, now available on OpenRouter. A developer reports that Astra boosted productivity so much it pulled some plans forward by six months.
Also covered by The Verge, The Guardian Tech, TechSpot, The Decoder, Android Authority
#Abliteration.ai now offers a turnkey commercial service for stripping safety guardrails from open-weight AI models, making the process a straightforward API call.
Also covered by The Decoder
#Consumers increasingly encounter AI-generated images on food menus, with leathery meat and reptile-like bread spoiling appetites. The Guardian reports on the trend as restaurants adopt AI for menu photos.
Also covered by TechCrunch, The Verge, The Guardian Tech
#Three hikers who ignored Mount Shasta's rules and followed Google Gemini's advice to bring barely any food and water for the 14,000-foot climb were rescued at dawn. The incident underscores the danger of relying on AI for wilderness guidance.
Also covered by CNET, Engadget, TechRadar, TechSpot, Android Authority
#Dating apps are increasingly adopting biometric scanning tools and 'verified human' badges to combat scammers, raising concerns about surveillance and privacy, per Wired.
#A Senate defense bill would for the first time explicitly authorize private sector contractors to conduct offensive cyber operations with US government approval.
#The FBI is investigating a potential breach of an ID verification company that may have exposed scans of millions of Americans' driver's licenses.
#A U.S. senator called on the NSA to provide updated guidance on VPN use, citing confusion over open-source, commercial, single-hop, multi-hop, and mixnet options and risks of foreign surveillance.
Also covered by TechRadar
#Israeli cybersecurity startup Guardio raises $40M at a $1.1B valuation, with participation from Wiz co-founder Assaf Rappaport.
Also covered by SiliconANGLE
#Thomson Reuters discloses that an unauthorized party obtained files from C-Track court case management platform in March 2026, affecting courts in 11 US states, the US Virgin Islands, and Ontario, Canada. The breach may have exposed SSNs and sealed data.
Also covered by TechRadar, The Hacker News
#OpenAI is offering $1 billion in AI Daybreak credits to cyber defenders, allowing organizations to apply for subsidies. The initiative aims to protect critical infrastructure like water utilities and community banks, per TechRadar.
Also covered by TechRadar, The Next Web, CoinDesk
#Utah's age-verification law targets VPNs, raising First Amendment questions. The state won't enforce the law until a legal challenge resolves.
Also covered by TechRadar, TechSpot, Decrypt
#A well-known Microsoft vulnerability researcher has dropped a proof-of-concept exploit for a privilege escalation vulnerability in CrowdStrike Falcon, dubbed FalconFlank, that allows escalation to SYSTEM.
Also covered by The Hacker News, BleepingComputer
#Plex released updates for Media Server 1.43.3 and Desktop 1.115.0 to patch multiple security flaws. The company did not disclose details but urged users to update immediately.
Also covered by XDA Developers, The Hacker News
#Flock offered a webinar teaching police how to surveil 'No Kings' protesters, while WIRED revealed the company's AI search tool capabilities for protest monitoring.
Also covered by 404 Media, TechRadar, Slashdot
#Zoox, Amazon's autonomous vehicle subsidiary, is expanding its robotaxi service to include pickups and drop-offs at Las Vegas airport, a critical ride-hailing destination.
#Jeff Christian, who oversaw Apple board searches, argues that the selection of John Ternus signals a strategic shift and that winning AI talent is key.
#Tesla published a form soliciting info from people interested in purchasing and operating Cybercab fleet vehicles.
#TikTok is rolling out new interactive features for its comments section, including voice comments, polls, photo carousel comments, and Live Photo comments, as announced on Thursday.
Also covered by Mashable Tech, Gizmodo
#Meta is reducing pressure on workers to use AI tools while encouraging them to experiment with Hatch, its most advanced AI project yet.
Also covered by Gizmodo
#Apple is facing a $2.7 billion lawsuit over its App Tracking Transparency framework, which the plaintiff claims was stricter on third-party developers than on Apple itself. The suit was brought by a former CMA official.
Also covered by 9to5Mac, Engadget, The Next Web, Quartz, Slashdot
#TrendForce reports Apple's memory costs for the iPhone 18 Pro are up nearly 400% year-over-year, leading analysts to predict a 10-20% price increase for the upcoming models.
Also covered by 9to5Mac, CNET, Wccftech
#Bloomberg's Mark Gurman details Apple's lineup of major product launches planned over the next two to three years, including foldable iPhones, AirPods with cameras, smart glasses, and more. The report covers new Mac and iPad models as well.
Also covered by 9to5Mac, MacRumors
#Google has introduced voice command features in Gmail, Docs, and Keep, allowing users to perform actions via speech. The update is rolling out to select Google Workspace tiers, expanding AI-powered productivity tools.
Also covered by The Verge, 9to5Google, CNET, Engadget, TechRadar
#Microsoft adds monthly limits to Xbox Game Pass cloud gaming, with Ultimate subscribers getting 15 hours per month. Subscribers and non-subscribers can purchase extra playtime when they surpass their limits.
Also covered by The Verge, Ars Technica, 9to5Google, Tom's Hardware, CNET
#Long-time foldable users share lessons and problems Apple's first foldable must address. An Android user also lists five iPhone Ultra features that would convince them to switch from Android.
Also covered by Mashable Tech, TechRadar, Android Authority
#Wired explores the challenges of understanding quantum mechanics, noting that common sense fails when studying atomic-scale reality.
#Companies are deploying AI-powered smart toilets that analyze stool to monitor gut health. Experts say the benefits to average users are limited, raising privacy and utility questions.
#Utilities are courting fusion startups like Realta Fusion to meet the growing energy demands of AI data centers, with the grid under strain.
#A study involving 150 research primates that developed diarrhea has yielded significant data for developing a Shigella vaccine. Researchers gained new insights and targets for vaccine development from the incident.
#Researchers developed a 'sparse coding' algorithm modeled on fruit fly olfaction that learns quickly without overwriting old memories. The approach could improve AI systems' ability to retain knowledge over time.
#India's space program successfully launched a rocket on Friday, marking a much-needed success after two consecutive failures of another launcher that had long served as its workhorse rocket.
Also covered by Bloomberg Technology
#The World Meteorological Organization warns that the 2026 El Niño will persist until February. A new forecast suggests a 'Super El Niño' could drive a major weather divide, with potential for heavy snowfall in the US.
Also covered by Gizmodo, Hacker News
#A transplanted gene-edited pig kidney has been working for a record-setting nine months in a patient, offering hope to those waiting for human donor organs.
Also covered by Slashdot
#The annual Ig Nobel Prize ceremony honored quirky scientific achievements with miniature operas, live demos, and "24/7" lectures. The awards celebrate research that makes people laugh then think.
Also covered by Hacker News
#Google DeepMind's WeatherNext 3, a global weather AI model using live satellite data, receives an update that boosts forecast accuracy. The model now benefits from an expanded set of inputs, similar to traditional weather models.
Also covered by The Verge, Ars Technica, 9to5Google, Engadget, The Decoder
#Crusoe raises over $3 billion at a $30 billion valuation, according to reports. The funding round came together after the data center developer secured a $13 billion AI cloud deal with Jane Street.
Also covered by TechCrunch
#The 2014 fund of early SpaceX backer 137 Ventures is now worth more than eight times the original investment. Returns are driven by stakes in SpaceX, Anduril, and Cognition AI.
#New research indicates that the AI era has broken enterprise buying patterns, making startup annual recurring revenue less secure than before.
#Self-driving startup Wayve is launching robotaxi rides with Uber in London, initially with safety drivers. CEO Alex Kendall discusses the path to fully driverless service and plans to expand to more global cities.
#Nscale agrees to supply at least $3.5 billion in AI cloud capacity to Figure, while also investing an undisclosed sum in the robotics company.
#Moonshot AI is considering raising up to $5 billion in a Hong Kong initial public offering as soon as this year, according to Bloomberg. Export controls on chips have not affected the company's capital raising.
Also covered by The Next Web, Quartz
#Mira Murati's Thinking Machines Lab is in talks to raise $6 billion, per The Information, adding to earlier reports of a $1B round from Accel at a $40B valuation.
Also covered by The Next Web
#SpaceXAI apologizes for an outage that affected Grok and other compute partners, as ChatGPT, Claude, Grok, and Gemini suffered rare simultaneous outages.
Also covered by CNET, Engadget
#The 'Supergirl' movie, starring Milly Alcock, Jason Momoa, and Krypto, will premiere on HBO Max next week. The James Gunn-produced film is part of the DC Cinematic Universe.
#<div class="feat-image"><img src="https://9to5mac.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/6/2026/05/chatgpt-codex.webp?w=1600" /></div><p class="wp-block-paragraph">It’s not just you. Claude, ChatGPT/Codex, and Grok are currently experiencing what appears to be a widespread outage for many users.</p> <a class="more-link" href="https://9to5mac.com/2026/09/03/chatgpt-and-codex-are-experiencing-an-outage-for-many-users/#more-1067246">more…</a>
Also covered by Gizmodo, Hacker News
#Netflix is developing a live-action D&D series based on the Ravenloft campaign, focusing on the origin story of vampire Darklord Strahd von Zarovich, with Alfonso Cuarón attached.
Also covered by Engadget, Gizmodo, Polygon, IGN
#Final Fantasy VII Revelation releases April 8, 2027. The game includes an exclusive Magic: The Gathering promo card, continuing the crossover between the franchises.
Also covered by Polygon, IGN, Wccftech
#In what could be fortuitous timing for hearing aid users, Anker announced its first over-the-counter (OTC) hearing aids at IFA 2026. It was only a couple months ago when LXE Hearing, the parent company for Eargo and Lexie Hearing - two major OTC manufacturers in the US - decided to end US operations and exit […]
#Anker's SleepLab speaker promises to track and enhance sleep without a wearable. It uses millimeter-wave radar (60GHz) blasting from your nightstand to track micro-movements in your chest and body to continuously monitor your heart rate and breathing to enhance whatever sleep stage you're in. It also embeds lots of hippie shit. If I'm understanding things […]
#After introducing the Thus processing chip in April and releasing it with the Liberty 5 Pro series earbuds, Soundcore is bringing it to more audio products. The Thus chip is behind the best call quality I've ever heard from a pair of earbuds or headphones, virtually eliminating ambient sounds from the speaker's environment. At IFA […]
#Anker is launching the Eufy MindBase, a local AI hub for its security cameras that runs an on-device, Anker-developed LLM, which the company says can process your footage without it ever leaving your home. It's also announcing a handful of other smart home security products at the IFA tech show in Berlin this week, including […]
#MIT Technology Review examines how rising fossil fuel prices due to the Iran conflict are impacting farmers, particularly through higher fertilizer costs.
#Scientists at Google Deepmind and Google Research released a new artificial intelligence model for weather forecasting today that sees our changing atmosphere more clearly and predicts its behavior more often. WeatherNext 3 is the latest wave of a sea change in meteorology brought out by deep learning techniques, and Google says it will start feeding […]
#New documents obtained through a Freedom of Information Act request reveal that an undergraduate working with DOGE requested that his work at HUD count towards his University of Chicago degree.
#The Trump administration is investigating admissions practices at some of the country's most elite public high schools, alleging racial discrimination. The probe targets schools that use race-conscious selection criteria.
#The latest edition of MIT Technology Review's The Download newsletter discusses the need for a rethink of child-monitoring apps as digital harms become a defining fear for parents, and examines the role of fossil fuels in farming.
#On this episode of Stock Movers: - Nvidia (NDVA) shares are a tick higher this morning as it has agreed to acquire artificial intelligence startup Hugging Face in a transaction valued at about $13 billion. - Snowflake (SNOW) jumped this morning after it raised its outlook for annual sales, topping analysts' estimates, and reported rapid adoption of its AI-assisted coding tool. The company said more than 2,000 customer accounts started using its coding assistant called CoCo during the quarter, bringing the total to 9,100. - Meta (META) shares are higher as the social media giant released its m
#Bloomberg reports that TikTok and YouTube are under scrutiny for failing to join rivals in implementing protections for young people, choosing silence over action.
#Guild Wars 3 introduces more defined roles and a movement system, with ArenaNet aiming to avoid the 'second job' feeling of traditional MMOs.
Also covered by Polygon, Wccftech
#Gloria Steinem, the pioneering feminist activist and writer, died at age 92. The internet and celebrities paid tribute to her legacy as a champion of women's rights.
Also covered by Mashable Tech, Hacker News
#Inde Navarrette, breakout star of Obsession, will headline Apple TV's Waffle House Index as a very unlucky Waffle House waitress in a sci-fi thriller.
#Frontier Developments, known for Planet Coaster, signs a deal to create a Disney game, potentially a theme park simulator.
#Anker previews a new 'Direct-to-Garment' printer at IFA 2026 that can print custom designs on fabric, including t-shirts and bags, targeting side hustles and personal customization.
Also covered by TechRadar
#The GTA 6 limited-edition DualSense controllers cost $84.99 each, with PlayStation Direct preorders starting later this month.
Also covered by Mashable Tech, TechRadar, Polygon, IGN, Wccftech
#Uber and Wayve launch supervised robotaxi service in London, with 15 Mustangs on city streets. The service charges for rides and aims to expand, potentially dispensing with safety drivers.
Also covered by Bloomberg Technology, The Register
#US diesel prices have reached a record $5.85 per gallon, driven by the Iran conflict and rising oil prices. The previous record was $5.81 in June 2022 during the Ukraine war. The surge is impacting transportation and logistics costs.
Also covered by Quartz, Hacker News
#The Netflix exclusive gameplay trailer pulled in 30m views in four days. An ex-Rockstar dev gives the inside scoop on what GTA 6's Extended Look reveals about its protagonists.
Also covered by TechRadar, GamesIndustry.biz
#TechCrunch is looking for volunteers to help with its rebranded Founder Summit event in Boston on November 4, 2026.
Also covered by TechCrunch
#Beyerdynamic's new wireless headphones have ridiculously beefy battery life but not an overly beefy price tag.
Also covered by TechRadar
#Claude, ChatGPT, and Grok experience a rare overlapping outage affecting many users. Wired reports that no one is saying why the outages occurred, leaving the cause unclear.
Also covered by Decrypt, Hacker News
#The popular free audio editor Audacity 4.0 introduces a colorful dark mode and granular editing tools, marking its biggest feature update in years.
Also covered by The Register, Engadget, MakeUseOf, Slashdot, Hacker News
#Early reviews of the Google Pixel 11 Pro highlight its refined camera, improved design, and overall experience. Android Authority's reviewer says they can't put it down despite initial skepticism.
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#Naughty Dog's Neil Druckmann states that the studio is not done with The Last of Us franchise, but neither he nor the studio are involved in producing the third season of the HBO TV adaptation.
#A new report suggests Apple's upcoming MacBook Ultra, rumored to feature an M5 Ultra chip, may carry a higher price tag than initially expected. The device is anticipated to launch next month alongside a redesigned MacBook Pro with OLED displays.
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#Anker just announced its new Soundcore Sleep Earbuds 4 and 4 Pro for side-sleepers. They include the same audio masking tech found on last year's A30 sleepbuds (that can really silent a snoring partner) only now with longer battery life and improved ANC to help silent other noises in the environment. Both sets of buds […]
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#Nvidia confirms its $12.93 billion acquisition of Hugging Face, the major AI model distribution platform, vowing to keep it open. The deal is seen as a defensive move to protect Nvidia's open AI ecosystem and deepen ties with developers, while also expanding beyond chips into AI platform services.
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#Some Miami officials want to partner with Rockstar Games to turn Miami into Vice City for GTA 6's release, but law enforcement opposes the idea. The sheriff and a county commissioner also criticized the proposal.
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#Persona 4 Revival casts Daman Mills as Kanji, and hands-on previews praise how it plays. Producer Kazuhisa Wada says maxing social links is easier than in Golden, but the remake is still challenging.
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