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AI Evaluation Firm Tells Contractors to Avoid AI When Grading Models
An AI company is instructing contractors not to use AI tools to evaluate AI models, citing risks to quality and human oversight.
Anthropic and OpenAI Shift AI Race From Power to Price
Anthropic and OpenAI released new models focused on efficiency, promising better performance at lower cost. Opus 5.5 and GPT-6 Sol and Luna mark a strategic pivot toward affordability in AI.
Solar Geoengineering Study Warns of Catastrophic Side Effects
A new analysis finds that a widely discussed climate intervention plan could trigger severe droughts and disrupt global rainfall patterns, raising urgent questions about its implementation.
Smart Bulbs Offer Convenience but Come With Hidden Trade-Offs
Smart bulbs promise automation but introduce costs, compatibility quirks and complexity. For many homes, regular bulbs remain the smarter bet.
Waze Won't Quit? How to Fully Exit the Navigation App
Waze often keeps running in the background, draining battery and data. Here's how to properly turn it off on iPhone and Android devices.
Data-Only Attacks Prove Easier Than Most Security Teams Realize
A Hacker News discussion reveals how data-only attacks bypass traditional defenses. These stealthy intrusions manipulate or steal sensitive information without malware, often going undetected for months.
Vivo's Wireless Selfie Screen Could Reshape Mobile Content Creation
Vivo's new Bluetooth monitoring screen for its X500 series turns rear cameras into selfie cameras. The ultra-thin accessory makes phone-based vlogging more flexible than ever.
25-Line Python Implementation of Jev Draws Developer Attention
A developer posted a 25-line Python script that implements Jev, a minimal tool, sparking a Hacker News discussion. The project highlights the value of concise code as a learning exercise.
Researcher Intentionally Breaks ESP32 OTA Update to Expose IoT Flaw
A security researcher deliberately compromises an over-the-air update on the ESP32 chip, revealing a critical vulnerability in how IoT devices handle firmware updates.
AI Automation Targets Mathematics, Sparking Job Concerns
A new report warns that AI systems are now capable of solving complex mathematical proofs, threatening jobs in academic and applied mathematics.
Sonos Ace Ultra Headphones Arrive With Fresh Wi-Fi Features and a Hefty Price Tag
Sonos Ace Ultra headphones launch with Wi-Fi streaming and deep Sonos integration. At $449, they appeal mainly to existing Sonos users.
Finnish Startup Verda Lands $189M Series B in Sign of Nordic Tech Strength
Finnish company Verda raises $189M in Series B funding, underscoring growing investor confidence in the Nordic startup ecosystem and European tech.
BigCommerce Supply Chain Breach Exposes Merchant Customer Data via Ribon App
BigCommerce confirmed a supply chain breach after Ribon app credentials were compromised. Master of Malt customers had names, emails, and addresses exposed. The ICO was notified and Emery Reddy warns of phishing.
How Wind Turbines Challenge Radar Systems and National Defense
Wind turbines can create radar clutter that mimics aircraft, a problem drawing attention from NASA, the military, and researchers.
A Simple Prompt Exposes ChatGPT's Hidden Assumptions
Asking ChatGPT what it is unsure about forces the AI to reveal unstated assumptions, improving response accuracy. This technique exposes the gap between confident output and real understanding.
Mapping the Deadly Gap in Border Surveillance Technology
A 15-month investigation produced the first comprehensive map of migrant deaths near US border surveillance towers, revealing technology failures. The data shows deaths persist despite billions spent on the 'virtual wall.'
Bluebird's Tweet.app Relaunches Twitter With AI Moderation and a Paid Model
Bluebird's Tweet.app revives Twitter with a paid model, AI moderation, and a 'freedom of speech but not freedom of reach' approach.
Young Users Swap Google for AI, Study Warns of Unseen Risks
A new study shows users aged 9 to 18 are abandoning Google for AI chatbots, raising concerns about information quality and digital literacy.
Compression as Intelligence: Testing Gzip for Language Modeling
A new angle on AI: using gzip, a classic compression tool, as a language model. Research shows surprising results for text classification, sparking debate on the role of simplicity in NLP.