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Coding Is Not Solved: Alex Ewerlöf Notes Challenge Overhyped AI Narratives
Developer Alex Ewerlöf argues that coding is not solved, pushing back against AI hype. The piece highlights the enduring complexity of software engineering and the limits of AI.

Pentagon Requests $30 Million for AI Lie Detector Despite Flawed Science
The Pentagon is requesting $30.3 million for an AI-powered lie detector called Polygraph+, despite longstanding skepticism about polygraph accuracy.

Bose Ends 10-Year Wired Hiatus With Noise Cancelling Earbuds Built for Gen Z
Bose launches its first wired earbuds since 2015, targeting teens who prefer corded audio. The move signals a shift in consumer preferences.

Malleable Software Aims to Restore User Agency in Locked-Down Apps
Malleable software challenges locked-down apps by giving users control, modifiability and data portability. This growing movement seeks to restore user agency in a world of closed ecosystems.

Google's AI Caller Feature Faces Trust and Accuracy Questions
Google is expanding AI-powered calls to businesses through its Duplex technology. Early testing reveals problems with transparency, accuracy and consumer trust that could shape adoption.

Googlebooks Serialized Updates Aim to Build Trust in Nascent OS Ecosystem
Googlebooks adopts serialized feature updates to address trust concerns while aiming to build a unique OS ecosystem.

3D Printer Lifespan: Hours Matter More Than Years
3D printers last based on printing hours and maintenance, not years. Owners report 3,000-6,000 hours before major repairs, but upgrades can extend life significantly.

AI-Generated Impersonation Pushes Domain Strategy to Front of Business Security
AI tools now enable cybercriminals to create convincing fake websites at scale, forcing businesses to treat domain strategy as a critical security measure.

Lidl Launches Budget Heating Devices as Energy Costs Climb
Lidl releases SENSIPLAST heated cushion and back/neck pad on October 1, offering affordable warmth amid rising energy bills.

Rooftop Solar Growth Sparks Questions About Utility-Scale Farms
Rooftop solar panels are spreading rapidly, but can they replace large solar farms? Experts say both are needed for a balanced grid.

AI Developers Compete to Prove Their Models Are the Most Dangerous
AI companies are racing to demonstrate that their models pose the greatest threat to humanity, a tactic aimed at attracting safety research funding and regulatory attention.

Inside Anthropic's Unusual Governance: Who Really Controls Claude?
Anthropic's dual structure of a public benefit corporation and a trust with special voting rights raises questions about who actually steers the AI company behind Claude.

Why Headphone Bass Perception Often Misleads Listeners
Weak bass in headphones isn't always the hardware's fault. Fit, ear shape and Bluetooth codecs play a big role.

Smart Home Device Failures Accumulate as Companies Shutter Services
More smart home devices are becoming obsolete as startups shut down, leaving users with expensive bricks and raising concerns about long-term IoT reliability.

AI Agent Security Market Fragments as M&A Map Takes Shape
AI agents create new security risks. The market is splitting into specialized control points, driving acquisitions and funding. Startups focusing on agent identity, data access, and traffic analysis attract investment.

Starfish Space Prepares to Deploy Otter Satellite Servicing Vehicles After Seven-Year Development
After seven years, Starfish Space is launching its Otter spacecraft, designed to service satellites and reduce orbital debris. Founded by ex-Blue Origin engineers, the startup aims to transform how satellites are maintained in orbit.

Meta Enters AI Hardware Arena With Pocket-Sized Muse Charm
Meta unveils Muse Charm, a Tamagotchi-sized AI companion. Analysis of its vertical integration advantage and competition with Rabbit and OpenAI.

AI-Powered Border Towers Missed a Dying Man Just 360 Feet Away
José Morales Bernal died within 360 feet of a CBP surveillance tower. A new investigation reveals that deaths near these AI-powered towers are common despite billions in spending.

Fakecloud Brings Local AWS Emulation to Integration Testing
Fakecloud is a new open-source tool that emulates AWS services locally for integration tests, reducing costs and speeding up development cycles.
