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Liquid Cooling for PCs Moves From Niche to Necessity
Liquid cooling for PCs has become a mainstream solution for managing heat in high-performance systems. The technology works similarly to an air conditioner, using a pump, radiator, and coolant to dissipate heat from CPUs and GPUs.
Low-Tech Rooftop Rain Method Gains Attention for Urban Cooling
A viral video from China demonstrates a simple rooftop water spray that can lower temperatures by up to 14 degrees Fahrenheit. The technique, known as Rooftop Rain, relies on evaporative cooling and could offer a low-cost tool against urban heat.
Doom Developer Accuses Microsoft of Destroying Immense Value at id Software
A former id Software developer criticized Microsoft for layoffs that destroyed immense value, calling the timing before the Doom DLC launch a sign of mismanagement.
Dell Laptop Owners Face Persistent Reliability Issues as Build Quality Draws Scrutiny
Dell laptops, despite their popularity, show recurring hardware flaws. Owners report battery, hinge and overheating problems that undermine long-term reliability.
GoPro Max 2 Brings 360-Degree 8K Video and Bluetooth Mic Support at a Competitive Price
GoPro's Max 2 launches with 360-degree 8K video, Bluetooth microphone support, and an accessory bundle priced at $369 on Amazon and Best Buy.
Databricks Secures $188 Billion Valuation as AI Pivot Gains Momentum
Databricks reaches $188 billion valuation, confirming its transformation into an AI company. The firm published research on cost advantages of open-weight models for coding.
Qubes OS Security Public Record Draws Community Scrutiny
A new public record regarding Qubes OS security has emerged, prompting discussion among security professionals about transparency and verification.
Google Docs Gains Ground on Microsoft Word as Collaboration Priorities Shift
Microsoft Word remains powerful but Google Docs offers real-time collaboration and lower costs, driving a shift in user preference.
Humanoid Robot Teacher Debuts at New York School, Raising Questions About AI in Education
A New York school has deployed a humanoid AI teaching robot called Sally, made by Realbotix, a company also known for sex robots. The robot uses the Optio AI platform to assist students in class and remotely.
Moonshot AI's Largest Open-Weight Model Tops Frontend Code Arena With Novel Attention Design
Moonshot AI released Kimi K3, a 2.8-trillion-parameter open-weight model that ranks first in the Frontend Code Arena, surpassing Anthropic's Claude Fable 5. The model introduces architectural innovations that boost scaling efficiency despite US chip restrictions.
Why Power Bank Safety Features Matter More Than Ever
Recent battery incidents and airline bans highlight the importance of safety features in portable chargers. Here's what to check.
Why QR Codes Use Three Square Markers Instead Of Four
QR codes use three corner squares for reliable scanning. The design simplifies location detection by the reader.
Workers at Google Push for Layoff Safeguards as Alphabet's Wealth Grows
Over 4,500 Google employees demand job protections. Alphabet's $4.3 trillion valuation highlights a disconnect between corporate profits and worker security.
Data Centers Power Modern Life: What They Do and Why They Matter
Data centers are the hidden backbone of digital services, from streaming to AI. They handle storage, computation and networking, but face growing scrutiny over energy and water use.
How AI Is Redefining Operational Excellence for Mature Companies
A new report from MIT Technology Review argues that AI can only improve operations when companies already have mature process disciplines like Lean Six Sigma and BPM in place, warning against standalone AI investments.
Spotify Removes 75 Million AI-Generated Tracks in Anti-Spam Push
Spotify deleted 75 million AI-generated tracks in 2025. The move targets spam operations that exploit streaming royalties. As Spotify's Sam Duboff confirms, AI has not introduced entirely new spam tactics.
Frame Brings Assembly Language Back to Linux Display Servers
Frame, a new Linux X server written entirely in assembly language, challenges traditional C-based implementations with a focus on performance and minimalism.
Patreon Shifts From Asking AI Bots to Blocking Them With Cloudflare
Patreon partners with Cloudflare to actively block AI scraping bots instead of relying on polite requests, protecting creator content.
Parents Push for Safer Kids Phones as New Devices Enter Market
Companies like Gabb and Pinwheel are launching phones with restricted features to meet parental demands for safer devices.