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Hardware KVM Dongle Lets You Control an iPhone From Any Browser
GL.iNet's Comet Q uses a single USB-C cable to remotely control iPhones and Android devices at the hardware level, bypassing software limits. The $89 Kickstarter device works from any browser with no installation needed.
Living Insect Drones: How Cyborg Cockroaches Could Transform Disaster Response
Cyborg cockroaches with infrared cameras can now operate underwater for hours, opening new possibilities for search and rescue missions.
UK Regulator Moves to End Apple and Google App Store Duopoly
UK's CMA proposes allowing developers to steer users away from Apple and Google app stores for payments, challenging the tech giants' duopoly.
IQM Lists on Nasdaq at $1.9B, Highlighting Quantum's Promise and Pitfalls
IQM, Europe's first public quantum company, went public on Nasdaq at a $1.9B valuation. The IPO signals investor appetite but also reveals uncertainty about quantum commercialization.
Google Tests Website Following Feature in Chrome Canary
Google is testing a new feature in Chrome Canary that lets users follow websites directly from the browser. The tool aims to simplify content tracking and may roll out to stable versions later.
Google Account Settings: Why Users Should Review Privacy Controls
A guide highlights seven overlooked Google account settings. Adjusting recovery, ad personalization, and public profile visibility can boost security and privacy.
Pegasus Spyware Found on Phones of EU Politicians Who Investigated It
Citizen Lab found Pegasus spyware on phones of EU politicians who had investigated the same spyware, raising rule-of-law concerns.
Switzerland's 25 Gbit Internet Exposes US Broadband Gaps
Switzerland delivers 25 Gbit internet to most households while the US lags. This disparity challenges free-market assumptions and highlights the role of public policy in broadband infrastructure.
Redodo Modular Battery System Challenges Portable Power Station Norms
Redodo's modular battery system lets users build and expand a power station over time, offering a flexible alternative to traditional all-in-one units.
Companies Rehire Workers After AI Automation Falls Short
A growing number of employers are rehiring workers they replaced with AI, as automation fails to capture undocumented expertise. Ford's recent move to bring back 350 veteran engineers highlights the limits of current AI systems.
Microsoft Bets $2.5 Billion on Dedicated AI Deployment Unit
Microsoft commits $2.5B to launch an AI deployment company, intensifying competition with Amazon, OpenAI and Anthropic in enterprise AI infrastructure.
Waze Generates Revenue Through Ads and Data Licensing
Google-owned Waze remains free by monetizing user location data through targeted advertising and traffic insights licensing. The app's business model raises questions about privacy and data use.
High-Resolution Audio Downloads: The Science Behind the Hype
Despite marketing claims, 24-bit/192kHz audio offers no audible improvement over CD quality. Blind tests confirm listeners cannot detect differences, questioning the value for audiophiles.
FAA Proposal Would End 50-Year Ban on Supersonic Flights Over US Cities
The FAA proposes lifting the 1973 ban on commercial supersonic overland flights, replacing it with a noise-based standard. The rule, effective June 2026, relies on Boom Supersonic's quiet Mach cutoff technology.
Anthropic Deploys Fable and Mythos AI Worldwide After US Lifts Export Controls
The US has lifted export restrictions on Anthropic's most powerful AI models, Fable and Mythos, allowing global deployment after safety testing.
Bending Spoons Defies SaaS Slump With 40% Trading Surge
Bending Spoons surged 40% on its first trading day, bucking the SaaS downturn. The company's strategy of reviving legacy brands like Evernote and Meetup fueled investor confidence.
OpenAI Proposes 5 Percent Government Stake to Ease AI Tensions
OpenAI has proposed giving the US government a 5 percent ownership stake to ease tensions with the Trump administration and address public backlash against AI.
Privacy Flaw in Apple's Hide My Email Exposes User Identities
A vulnerability in Apple's Hide My Email feature can reveal users' real email addresses, undermining privacy protections for iCloud+ subscribers.
Router VPN Security Shields Smart TVs From Network Intruders
Connecting your TV to a VPN through the router blocks hackers and adds privacy. This low-effort upgrade protects every device on your home network.