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ChatGPT Work Brings Agentic AI to Automated Project Execution
ChatGPT Work launches an agentic AI that handles research, files and multistep projects. The tool marks a shift toward autonomous task management but carries risks around control and accuracy.
Defense Tech and AI Tools Lead This Week's Biggest Funding Rounds
Castelion and Etched raised $1.5B combined in the week's largest venture rounds, as defense and AI infrastructure dominate investor interest.
Asus Laptop Owners Face Mysterious GPU Driver Deletions Linked to Windows Cleanup
A hidden Windows cleanup routine is silently deleting GPU drivers on Asus gaming laptops, specifically the ROG Zephyrus G14. Users lose discrete GPU functionality after using Eco mode.
Antarctic Fiber-Optic Cable Faces Geopolitical Hurdles Despite Feasibility
A Chilean feasibility study confirms a fiber-optic cable across the Drake Passage is technically viable. The project, however, faces political obstacles due to Chinese supplier links and U.S. sanctions.
Four Ex-Police Workers Arrested in Flock License Plate Camera Misuse Case
Four former Savannah Police employees were arrested for allegedly misusing Flock Safety's license plate cameras for personal reasons, raising concerns about surveillance technology oversight.
Connecticut School's Traffic Light System Offers Blueprint for Classroom AI
A Connecticut school uses a color-coded system to guide AI use, balancing innovation with caution. This model could help educators nationwide navigate generative AI's classroom challenges.
Florida Seeks to Classify ChatGPT as a Public Nuisance in Legal Battle With OpenAI
Florida is seeking a court ruling that ChatGPT is a public nuisance, while OpenAI battles to move the case to federal court. The dispute centers on data collection from children and state consumer protection laws.
Support for All-Day School Phone Bans Reaches Majority as States Enact Restrictions
A Pew survey finds 48% of American adults now support bell-to-bell phone bans, up sharply from 2024. The shift comes as 42 states move to restrict devices in schools.
Teachers Face Deepfake Abuse as Schools Struggle With AI Harassment
Teachers are becoming targets of AI-generated deepfake images created by students. Schools and laws lag behind, leaving victims with few options for justice.
How to Identify a Flock Camera in Your Neighborhood
A guide outlines steps to spot Flock cameras, raising privacy concerns.
Cloud-Clearing Drones Aim to Boost Solar Output and Weaken Hurricanes
Meteoric uses autonomous drones to dissipate clouds over solar farms, boosting output up to 30%. The Y Combinator-backed startup also aims to reduce hurricane intensity.
Microsoft Data Loss Incident Wipes Out Nonprofit Records
Over 170,000 nonprofits lost all their data in a cloud failure. Is Microsoft to blame for the outage that erased critical records?
When an Executable Is Also a SQLite Database
A technical demonstration shows how executable binaries can double as SQLite databases, enabling self-contained data storage within programs.
Timing the Exit: Why Strong Companies Sell
Boards often postpone M&A discussions until growth slows. Experts argue the best time to sell is when the company is at its peak.
Tethered Display Glasses Offer a Practical Alternative to Bulky Smart Glasses
Tethered display glasses provide a lightweight, plug-and-play virtual screen. They trade bulky spatial computing for simplicity and comfort.
Anthropic Claude and API Platform Hit by Extended Downtime
Anthropic Claude and its API experienced a widespread outage, disrupting users and businesses. The incident raises questions about AI service reliability.
Home Air Purifiers Add Heat, Cooling and Art as Brands Merge Functions
BlueAir, Rabbit Air and Dreame now offer purifiers that also heat, cool or display art. This shift reflects a broader trend toward multiuse home appliances.
Asus Takes On Portable Monitor Market With Sub-$300 OLED Screen
Asus launched the ZenScreen OLED MQ16FC, a 16.1-inch portable monitor with an aluminum build and OLED panel, priced under $300.
Dutch Regulator Fines Uber Nearly $1 Billion Over Automated Driver Suspensions
Dutch regulator fines Uber nearly $1 billion for automatically suspending drivers without human oversight, violating GDPR rules on automated decision-making.