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Software Architecture Guide From 2019 Still Shapes Modern Design
A 2019 software architecture guide resurfaces in developer discussions, highlighting enduring principles of modularity and microservices. The guide's focus on trade-offs and scalability remains relevant as AI and cloud-native paradigms evolve.
Google Pushes AI Deeper Into Android With New Multitasking and Wear OS Update
Android 17 and Wear OS 7 bring multitasking upgrades, parental controls and expanded Gemini AI features, signaling Google's push to integrate artificial intelligence across its devices.
Why Your TV Looks Different at Home: The Retail Floor Effect
TVs in stores are set to vivid, unrealistic modes. Here's how to calibrate your home set for accurate colors and better picture quality.
Immigration Agency Signs $25 Million Deal for Iris Biometrics
ICE awards $25 million iris scanning contract to Bi2 Technologies, expanding biometric surveillance and sparking privacy concerns.
Tokyo Airport to Deploy Humanoid Robots as Baggage Handlers
Haneda Airport in Tokyo will deploy ten Sarcos Guardian GT humanoid robots to handle heavy baggage, starting in April. The robots lift up to 500 pounds and are controlled remotely by human operators.
Norway Bans Generative AI for Younger Students in Schools
Norway will prohibit generative AI use for younger students starting next school year, citing risks to cognitive development and critical thinking.
Used iPhone Market Booms as Apple Price Hikes Drive Shoppers to Refurbished Devices
Apple price hikes are pushing consumers toward used iPhones. Refurbished devices offer savings and long software support.
Google Expands AI Training to Search Media Uploads: What Users Need to Know
Google now uses images uploaded during Search interactions for AI training. Users can opt out via a simple setting change.
Hidden iOS Audio Settings Give Users Deeper Control Over Sound
Beyond the volume buttons, iOS includes several audio settings that let users customize sound output for different environments and needs.
China Robotics Investment Hits Record as Embodied AI Startups Attract Billions
China-based robotics startups raised $5.6 billion through mid-2026, matching the 2021 peak. Embodied AI companies drive the surge, with several startups reaching billion-dollar valuations.
US Quantum Computing Push Faces Legal Challenge
A $2 billion US government investment in nine quantum computing startups is under fire. Rep. Zoe Lofgren argues the spending violates the CHIPS Act.
Faceprint Tracking Found in Meta Smart Glasses Code
Code analysis reveals Meta smart glasses can perform faceprint tracking. Privacy experts warn of surveillance risks even before feature activation.
Major US Banks Unite on Tokenization Network to Counter Crypto Threat
A consortium of leading US banks is launching a tokenization network to compete with crypto and stablecoin startups, marking a strategic shift in digital finance.
San Francisco Nonprofit Deploys Robots to Address Volunteer Shortage in Meal Prep
A San Francisco nonprofit in the Tenderloin district is using robotic arms to prepare meals as human volunteer numbers decline. The tech-enabled kitchen aims to serve thousands more meals weekly.
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.
Accenture Acquires Downdetector and Speedtest for $1.2 Billion
Accenture bought Downdetector and Speedtest for $1.2 billion. The deal adds widely used consumer tools to its portfolio.
Budget soundbar delivers big bass but falls short on Dolby Atmos immersion
A cheap soundbar system offers impressive bass for its size but lacks the expansive soundstage expected from Dolby Atmos.
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.
Anthropic Stock Becomes a Currency in San Francisco Real Estate
San Francisco home sellers accept AI startup shares as down payments, signaling growing confidence in private company equity as an alternative to cash.
Female Founders Gain Alternative to VC With Reg CF Platform AQi
A PayPal veteran and a Navy officer launched AQi, an SEC-registered crowdfunding platform for women-led startups. It uses Regulation Crowdfunding to bypass traditional VC barriers.