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A machine that mimics nature to explore beyond AI's limits
A new type of computing machine, inspired by natural processes, aims to solve problems that traditional AI cannot. This approach could open up new frontiers in scientific discovery.

Walmart and Wing Expand Drone Delivery to Seven New U.S. Cities
Wing, Alphabet's drone delivery service, is expanding to seven additional U.S. cities through its partnership with Walmart. The move signals that drone delivery is transitioning from a novelty to a practical logistics solution for everyday consumers.

USB Charger Market Shifts as GaN Technology Drives Smaller, Faster Power Adapters
The USB charger market is evolving with GaN technology enabling smaller, more powerful adapters. Deals on multi-port chargers up to 100W reflect a trend toward compact, high-efficiency power solutions for laptops and devices.

Off-Road Navigation Goes Digital: How Android Auto Apps Are Changing Trail Driving
Free Android Auto apps now offer off-road navigation capabilities once reserved for expensive GPS devices, making trail driving more accessible.

Philips Dual-Sided Monitor Aims to End the Screen-Sharing Shuffle
Philips launches a business monitor with screens on both sides for front desk staff, doctors and salespeople. The 24B2D5300 costs £359.99 in Europe.

Anthropic's Claude Fable 5 Refuses Basic Biology Queries by Design
Anthropic's newest Claude Fable 5 model avoids answering simple biology questions, handing them to an older model. This safety measure highlights the growing tension between AI capability and restricted access.

Pool App Takes on the Chaos of Screenshot Management
A new tool called Pool offers a smarter way to organize, search and declutter the endless screenshots on your devices, addressing a growing digital pain point.

Real-Time Presence Goes Mainstream With TownSquare
TownSquare adds a real-time presence layer to any website, letting visitors see who else is online. The open-source tool mimics multiplayer features from apps like Figma and Google Docs.

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.

EcoFlow Power Bank With Retractable Cable Targets Cable Loss
EcoFlow's new 45W power bank features a retractable USB-C cable and built-in AC plug, eliminating the need for separate cables. The compact design targets travelers and users who frequently lose charging cords.

Modular Laser Engraver Brings Big Potential and Bigger Risks
Creality's Falcon T1 offers interchangeable laser modules but costs up to $10K and suffers from beta-level support and staggered module availability.

Nimble Power Bank Splits In Half to Share a Charge with Friends
Nimble launches a power bank that detaches into two halves, allowing one device to charge two phones at once via USB-C.

OpenAI Launches GPT-5.6 Suite After White House Request to Delay
OpenAI released GPT-5.6 with three tiers a day after agreeing to stagger the rollout at the Trump administration's request, escalating the AI race.

AI Coding Benchmarks Overlook Long-Term Code Health Risks
Current AI coding benchmarks measure one-shot performance but ignore quality erosion from repeated edits. This oversight could lead to unmaintainable codebases at scale.

New SSD Side-Channel Attack Lets Websites Spy on User Activity
Researchers uncover a technique that exploits SSD access patterns to track user behavior online. The attack requires specific conditions but raises fresh privacy concerns.

How to Send a FaceTime Video Message When Someone Misses Your Call
Apple's FaceTime includes a hidden feature to leave video messages for missed calls. Here's how it works and why it matters.

New Side-Channel Attack Uses Browser Storage to Fingerprint Devices
Researchers developed FROST, a side-channel attack using OPFS-based SSD timing in browsers to create persistent device fingerprints that bypass privacy protections.

Self-Driving Toilet Targets Mobility Challenges in Aging Population
Yueban's self-driving Xiaoban toilet uses LIDAR and sensors to aid elderly and disabled users. Priced at $4,300 in China, it addresses mobility challenges in aging populations.

VLC Creator Jean-Baptiste Kempf Builds Real-Time Robot Control Platform
Jean-Baptiste Kempf, the developer behind VLC, is launching Kyber, an infrastructure layer for real-time remote device control. The open-source veteran targets a key bottleneck in robotics and IoT.

Aluminum Prices Surge 20%, Startups Use AI to Extract Metal From Scrap
With aluminum prices up 20%, recycling startups are turning to AI to improve recovery of critical minerals from scrap.