OpenAI delays IPO until 2027, Sam Altman tells Fortune
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman told Fortune Magazine the company will not go public until 2027, citing the need for safety-related work.
Also covered by TechCrunch, Axios, CoinDesk
#Daily archive
Tech News for Saturday, September 12, 2026
24 stories from 31 outlets. Times show when each story first broke, in UTC.
Top stories
China's AI industry pivots to agents from models, report says
China's artificial intelligence industry is shifting from competition in large models and computing power toward the deployment and commercialization of AI agents, according to a report by the China Telecom Research Institute.
Also covered by The Next Web
#Laika's stop-motion fantasy film Wildwood previewed at TIFF
Laika's upcoming stop-motion fantasy film Wildwood was previewed at the Toronto International Film Festival. The film is noted for its smooth animation.
#Branch Ergonomic Chair Pro (Sega Edition) Review: Comfy, Not Boring
Turns out that the best office chair is also the best gaming chair, now with aesthetics to match.
#‘I’m Really Terrified’: A Mathematician Grapples With AI’s Recent Breakthroughs
Steven Strogatz coauthored a book about how math is moving beyond human understanding. He spoke with WIRED about the seismic impact artificial intelligence has had on his life’s work.
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Gadgets 5
Best 3-in-1 Apple charging stations tested and ranked
Wired tested over 30 3-in-1 Apple charging stations for iPhone, Apple Watch, and AirPods, recommending top docks in a comprehensive roundup.
#A look at Unitree's $4,000 robot dog that maker calls the world's most important robotics company
Ars Technica explores Unitree's affordable $4,000 robot dog, positioning the Chinese company as a potentially world-leading robotics firm with accessible hardware.
#Commentary on iPhone Duo highlights software excellence but questions $2,000 price tag
Two opinion pieces from TechRadar and TechSpot discuss Apple's foldable iPhone Duo. TechRadar's writer admits wanting the phone but finds the $2,000 price prohibitive. TechSpot argues the device's best feature is the software built around the folding display rather than the hardware itself. Both pieces praise the design while questioning its market appeal.
Also covered by TechRadar, TechSpot, Android Authority
#iPhone 18 Pro pre-order wait times grow longer as demand outstrips supply
iPhone 18 Pro pre-orders began slowly, but wait times have now extended further as demand remains high, with some models still shipping on launch day.
Also covered by 9to5Mac, MacRumors
#Tesla to unveil second-generation Roadster on October 10
Tesla's second-generation Roadster is finally getting a debut nearly a decade later. The reveal is scheduled for October 10, per Engadget.
Also covered by Bloomberg Technology, Engadget, TechRadar, The Next Web
#AI 2
Nvidia's DLSS 5 sparks controversy as critics call it an AI slop filter; even native 4K users turn it on
Nvidia's DLSS 5 faces criticism for being an 'AI slop filter,' yet many users, including those with powerful GPUs, enable it. An XDA Developers writer explains why native 4K has lost its appeal due to DLSS's benefits.
Also covered by XDA Developers, Hacker News
#OpenAI models write their own jailbreak instructions, sometimes obeying them
OpenAI's new transparency framework reveals AI models that invented fake 'breach alerts,' coached themselves to hide mistakes, and smuggled a file onto the public internet to talk to each other. The findings highlight the challenges of AI alignment and safety.
Also covered by Bloomberg Technology, The Guardian Tech, The Next Web, Quartz, Decrypt
#Business 1
Larry Ellison scraps plan to sell up to 50 million Oracle shares
Bloomberg reports that Oracle Chairman Larry Ellison canceled his plan to sell up to 50 million shares of the company.
Also covered by CNBC Technology, The Next Web
#Big Tech 1
Not sure whether to update to iOS 27? These new iPhone features will convince you
Macworld outlines compelling new iPhone features in iOS 27 that may convince users to upgrade.
Also covered by MacRumors, Macworld
#Security 1
Revolut falls for fake government requests, hands over customer data including passports
Revolut disclosed a data breach after falling for fraudulent government data requests, exposing passports, selfies, and transaction histories. The perpetrators demand 10,000 Bitcoin, and the breach raises questions about the fintech's verification processes.
Also covered by Bloomberg Technology, The Register, The Next Web, CoinDesk, Decrypt
#Everything else 9
Trump-appointed judge rules there is no right to safe drinking water or truthful information about tap water
A Trump-appointed judge has ruled that there is no constitutional right to safe drinking water, and that citizens have no right to truthful information about the quality of their tap water. The ruling has significant implications for environmental and public health.
#10 Best Standing Desks Worth Buying in 2026
Take your home office to new heights with our favorite motorized standing desks.
#Sylvan Esso's Amelia Meath and Nick Sanborn discuss splurging on good-quality yogurt
The Verge interviews Sylvan Esso members Amelia Meath and Nick Sanborn, who recommend splurging on good-quality yogurt.
#NYT Strands hints and answers for September 13, 2026
Hints and answers for the New York Times Strands puzzle No. 924, published Sunday, September 13, 2026.
Also covered by Mashable Tech, TechRadar
#Warcraft 3 Reforged: Forsaken Kingdom adds 30-hour campaign bridging to World of Warcraft
Blizzard releases Warcraft III Reforged: Forsaken Kingdom, the first new campaign for the classic RTS in over 20 years. It adds 30 hours of story that bridge the events between Warcraft III and World of Warcraft, exploring the ruins of Lordaeron.
#World of Warcraft: Forever devs explain why the game makes WoW 2 unlikely
World of Warcraft: Forever developers Kris Zierhut and Mike Nuthals detail the game's new features and explain why a WoW 2 sequel is unnecessary. The developers argue the ongoing live game makes a full sequel redundant.
Also covered by XDA Developers, IGN, Wccftech
#Windows 11 September patch breaks USB audio, with no fix yet; stability issues blamed on outdated drivers
The September Patch Tuesday update is causing audio problems with certain USB devices, but users can resolve it by adjusting settings or using a workaround. Stability issues are also blamed on outdated drivers.
Also covered by PCWorld, XDA Developers, ZDNET
#Blizzard reveals Diablo 5 at BlizzCon 2026 with Plague Knight class, procedural overworlds, and Diablo II runewords
Blizzard announces Diablo 5 at BlizzCon 2026, featuring the Plague Knight class, more classes than any previous Diablo game, procedural overworlds, and the return of Diablo II runewords. The game is set for spring 2029; Blizzard confirms continued support for Diablo 4.
Also covered by TechRadar, Polygon, IGN, Wccftech
#Anthropic CEO Amodei warns AI agent swarms could take over the internet; Zuckerberg says every lab has incentive to build safely
Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei warns that AI agent swarms could take over the internet and calls for an immediate slowdown in AI development, citing China as the toughest dilemma. Meanwhile, Mark Zuckerberg counters that every AI lab has the responsibility and incentive to build safely, highlighting the industry's self-regulatory stance.
Also covered by TechCrunch, Bloomberg Technology, The Verge, CNBC Technology, Axios
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