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Exam Cheating Goes High-Tech as Smart Glasses and Hidden Earpieces Become Tools for Fraud
UK government warns that cheating using smart devices like glasses and earpieces is rising. Students risk losing all A-level grades. The threat extends beyond British schools.

Google's AI Still Struggles to Spell Its Own Name
Google's latest AI models continue to fail at basic spelling, even for the company's own name. The issue highlights deeper limitations in how large language models process text.

AI Benchmark Prompt for GeoGuessr Fails After Model Update
A well-known prompt used to test AI geography skills no longer works on the O3 model, prompting debate about benchmark reliability and model drift.

Security Audit Clears DJI Drones of Malware, Challenges FCC Ban
A U.S. cybersecurity audit found no malware or backdoors in DJI drones, casting doubt on the FCC ban and fueling a $1.56B legal fight.

Union Avoidance Spending by US Employers Tops $1.5 Billion Annually
US employers spend more than $1.5 billion yearly on union avoidance activities, a report finds, raising questions about labor policy and worker rights.

Grok's Government Adoption Lags, Undermining xAI's Growth Story
Grok appears in only 3 of 400+ government AI use cases per Reuters. The low adoption undercuts xAI's growth story tied to a potential massive SpaceX IPO.

Startup Pays Indian Gig Workers to Train Humanoid Robots
Human Archive hires gig workers in India to wear sensors and collect physical movement data for AI and robotics training.

JBL Xtreme 5 delivers room-shaking bass in a portable package
The JBL Xtreme 5 Bluetooth speaker offers thunderous bass and impressive clarity in a rugged, portable design. It competes directly with premium speakers at a high price point.

Google Pushes AI Agents Despite Consumer Trust Hurdles
Google is building an AI agent ecosystem. But consumers may not be ready to hand over control of their digital lives.

Google gives websites a way to block AI search summaries
Google now lets websites opt out of AI-generated search overviews without affecting their regular search rankings. The move gives publishers more control over how their content appears in search results.

OpenClaw AI Agent Steps Into the Physical World With a Robot Body
An AI coding agent named OpenClaw has been given a physical robot body, demonstrating how AI models can simplify robot building and deployment.

Lego and Pokémon merge physical play with digital smarts in new sets
Lego's 12 new Pokémon sets blend physical building with digital interactivity, marking a shift in smart toy design.

Google Chrome's New Encryption Blocks Cookie Theft by Malware
Chrome now encrypts browser cookies at the system level, preventing malware from reading and stealing them to hijack user sessions.

Anthropic's New 'Dreaming' System Lets AI Agents Learn From Their Own Mistakes
Anthropic unveils 'dreaming,' a self-improvement system for AI agents, plus new tools for outcomes and multi-agent orchestration. Early adopters report dramatic gains in task completion.

Microsoft Targets Corporate Users With New Surface Laptop Privacy Features
Microsoft's new Surface Laptop for Business adds a privacy screen and a haptic touchpad. The device is priced for enterprise buyers with a starting cost of $1,299.

Sony's Most Expensive Wireless Headphones Deliver Stunning Audio but Carry Big Trade-Offs
Sony's flagship wireless headphones offer top-tier audio but suffer from comfort issues and a high price. Are they worth the premium?

Team Boosts Filesystem Speed 47x by Removing It
A development team achieved a 47x performance improvement by eliminating the filesystem and using a direct I/O approach, challenging common assumptions about storage design.

Corsair Debuts Lighter Entry-Level Gaming Headsets With HS35 v3
Corsair released the HS35 v3 gaming headsets, including a wired version that weighs just 230 grams. The lightweight design targets budget-conscious gamers.

Xiaomi 15T Challenges Google Pixel 10a With Premium Mid-Range Design
The Xiaomi 15T offers flagship-level build and features at a mid-range price, undercutting Google's Pixel 10a while delivering a more premium feel.

Samsung Reportedly Planning Smaller Galaxy S27 Pro with Flagship Specs
Samsung may launch a Galaxy S27 Pro next year, offering Ultra-level features in a compact body. Report hints at a smaller screen but identical core specs.