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Google Pitches AI as a Cure for Smartphone Dependency
Google is marketing its latest phones by promoting AI features that reduce screen time, a strategy that both acknowledges and exploits users' problematic relationship with devices.
Data Center Gas Plants Burn Fuel With Far Lower Efficiency Than Standard Power Stations
A new Texas gas plant for data centers uses less efficient turbines. This trend increases emissions and challenges climate goals.
Entry-Level GPU Shortage Set to Intensify as AI Demand Strains Memory Supply
PC Partner warns entry-level GPU shortages will worsen in late 2026 due to AI-driven demand for GDDR6 and GDDR7 memory, impacting budget PC builders.
GitHub Performance Degradation Disrupts Developer Workflows
GitHub experienced degraded performance, causing delays for developers. The incident highlights reliance on the platform for code collaboration.
Geekom Confirms Malware in LAN Driver for AMD Mini PCs
Geekom admitted a LAN driver for its mini PCs contained the Asruex backdoor malware. The company removed the package and urged users to perform a full system wipe.
Speko Emerges as ‘OpenRouter for Voice AI’ With YC Backing
Speko, a Y Combinator-backed startup, launches on Hacker News as an API gateway for voice AI models, aiming to simplify access and competition.
Hackathons Lose Their Signal as AI Generates the Excitement
HackEurope 2026 signals a shift: AI now does the building, so hackathon judges must redefine what talent really looks like.
When an AI Companion Dies: The Hidden Cost of Robotic Friends
The shutdown of Moxie, an AI robot for neurodivergent kids, exposes the emotional and practical fallout when a digital best friend disappears.
Google Workspace Grants Gemini Default Access to Corporate Data
Google Workspace enables Gemini to read emails, documents and calendar entries by default. Administrators can disable the setting, but many remain unaware of the privacy risk.
Young Adults Split on Trust in Tech CEOs Leading AI
A CNBC and Generational Lab poll reveals that 18- to 34-year-olds trust some tech CEOs far more than others on AI, exposing a leadership trust gap.
Grid Operator PJM Targets New Data Centers With Curtailment Rules Amid Power Crunch
PJM Interconnection proposed rules to cut power to new data centers before homes during shortages, requiring 50MW-plus facilities to bring their own generation by 2027.
Defcon Opens Its Doors to Cybersecurity Newcomers
Defcon, the legendary hacker conference, now actively welcomes beginners with tailored programs, workshops, and a no-judgment culture.
Why Developers Repurpose Old Android Phones Into LAN Servers
Old Android devices can function as low-cost local network servers for development and testing, offering a sustainable alternative to dedicated hardware.
DuckDB v2.0 Preview Signals Major Analytics Upgrade for Developers
DuckDB v2.0 preview delivers faster queries, new SQL features and better memory handling for developers working with analytical workloads. Early testing suggests significant performance gains.
Tracking Device Exposes Amazon's Destruction of Rare Books for AI Training
A hidden Airtag placed in a rare book led investigators to an Amazon AI facility where books were being torn apart and scanned for training data.
Battery Subscription Service Buy Your Friends Batteries Aims to Solve Power Scarcity
A new subscription service delivers fresh batteries on a recurring schedule. Buy Your Friends Batteries targets homes and offices, combining convenience with recycling.
AI Agent Adoption Triples as Companies Report Tangible Returns
Businesses tripled AI agent deployment this year, with Salesforce data showing measurable ROI. The shift from pilots to production signals accelerating enterprise adoption.
Mac Screen Sharing Flaw Enables Remote Takeover, Apple Issues Patch
A critical macOS Screen Sharing vulnerability allows remote attackers to take over a Mac. Apple has released an urgent update to patch the flaw.
Duolingo Broadens Math Curriculum With Advanced and Adaptive Options
Duolingo expands math services with more advanced topics and personalized learning paths, strengthening its position beyond language instruction.