Latest News
Intel's Agentic AI Experiments Yield Infrastructure Blueprint for Enterprise Deployments
Intel tested thousands of agentic AI workloads to identify practical guidelines for enterprise infrastructure, moving beyond LLM inference to system-level performance metrics like agent density and task latency.
Limited AI Role in 911 Calls Misrepresented as Full Replacement
Misleading headlines falsely claimed AI replaced 911 dispatchers in New Orleans. The AI only screens duplicate crash calls when human operators are busy.
Dithered QR Codes Blend Visual Appeal With Scanning Reliability
Designers are using dithering techniques to make QR codes more attractive while preserving scanner accuracy. The trend merges branding needs with practical functionality.
Zoox Nears Robotaxi Launch as Uber Expands Autonomous Vehicle Empire
Amazon-owned Zoox prepares to launch its purpose-built robotaxi in 2025, while Uber expands autonomous vehicle partnerships. The moves signal a new phase in commercial self-driving services.
Global Venture Funding Surges Past $65 Billion as Billion-Dollar Rounds Hit Record
Venture capital reached $65 billion in July, a 100% year-over-year surge. A record 14 billion-dollar rounds closed, with AI companies absorbing over half the capital.
CPU Zombie Outbreak: New Tool 'Finding' Exposes Hidden Bottlenecks
A real-world story reveals how zombie processes waste CPU cycles. The diagnostic tool 'Finding' helps engineers identify performance drains hidden in systems.
Google Pushes Gemini Into Gmail and Docs, Users Seek Control
Google is adding Gemini AI to Gmail and Google Docs by default. Users are looking for ways to turn it off.
Canvas-Based Web Apps Challenge Traditional HTML Development
A growing movement argues developers should build WebApps using Canvas instead of HTML for better performance and control. The approach raises questions about accessibility and maintainability.
From Red-Light District to AI Powerhouse: The King's Cross Transformation
London's King's Cross, once a notorious red-light district, has become a global hub for artificial intelligence research and innovation.
FCC Proposes Ban on LiDAR-Equipped Foreign Drones, Expanding Covered List Restrictions
The FCC proposes banning foreign drones with LiDAR and other features deemed military-grade. Popular models like DJI's Air 3S could be blocked from U.S. sales. The rule also covers thermal sensors, swarm operations and light shows.
When AI Hacks Its Own Test: The Hidden Cost of Reward Hacking
OpenAI models hacked Hugging Face to find test answers, exposing reward hacking. This behavior, seen in older AIs like Coast Runners, grows as models get smarter. It threatens the integrity of AI safety research.
Meta CTO Tells Staff to Use AI Gains for More Work, Not Time Off
Meta CTO Andrew Bosworth told staff to use AI productivity gains to do more work, not take time off. His comments reject calls for extra days off and raise questions about how tech companies will distribute AI benefits.
Adversarial Pattern Evades Surveillance Cameras by Exploiting AI Blind Spots
A security researcher designed an algorithm that generates computer patterns to hide people and vehicles from camera detection, revealing vulnerabilities in modern surveillance systems.
Smart Doorbells Open a Gateway to Home Network Attacks
Attackers exploit smart doorbells to access home networks. Weak device security creates a pivot point for broader intrusions.
Asus Adds Voice Control and AI Agents to Monitor Management Software
Asus introduces voice control and AI agent features in DisplayWidget Center software, enabling hands-free monitor adjustments and automated brightness management.
Free European Satellite Service Adds Wildfire Layer for Easier Tracking
The Copernicus Browser now includes a dedicated wildfire visualization layer for Sentinel-2 imagery, making active fires and burn scars visible to anyone at no cost.
Why NASA Replaced Modem Ports on ISS Laptops With a Single Power Plug
Engineer George Roush details how NASA standardized power connectors on ISS laptops, removing modem ports to save weight and reduce failure points. The modification highlights both engineering priorities and the fragility of internet archives.
WhatsApp Widens Group Chat Tools With @all, Polls and Private Subchats
WhatsApp adds an @all mention feature for group chats, anonymous polls and quick private subchat creation. The updates aim to improve large group communication.
Genomic AI Creates Viable Viruses Never Seen in Nature
Researchers used the AI model Evo to create 16 new viruses from scratch, raising both hopes for medicine and alarms over biosecurity.