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New AI Architecture Separates Prompts and Reasoning Into Parallel Streams
Researchers propose Multi-Stream LLMs, splitting prompts, thinking and I/O into parallel processes to boost efficiency and reduce latency.

Samsung Movingstyle M7: A Motorized Monitor That Disappears When Not in Use
Samsung's Movingstyle M7 is a monitor on wheels that hides away in a closet. It targets people who don't want a permanent TV in their living space.

Phone Makers Add Special Security Modes to Block Spyware Attacks
Apple, Google and Meta now offer special security modes that protect devices from targeted spyware. These settings limit device vulnerabilities for high-risk users.

AI Bots Fool Nearly Half of Participants in New Online Test
Surfshark's experiment reveals 47% of people can't tell AI bots from humans online. The test challenges users to identify bots in simulated social interactions.

Valorant Anti-Cheat Update Bricks $6,000 Cheating Devices
Riot Games' Vanguard anti-cheat update blocks expensive DMA cheating hardware, turning devices into paperweights. The studio then mocked cheaters on social media.

Self-Hosted Email Without the Mail Server: A New Open Source Tool Emerges
Posthorn is a new open source tool that lets you self-host email without a traditional mail server. It simplifies setup and targets developers seeking privacy and control.

Open source coding agent Zot challenges established AI assistants
A new open source coding agent called Zot aims to compete with established AI coding assistants. It offers a harness for autonomous software development tasks.

Google Adds Natural Language Search and Summaries to Nest Cameras
Google's Nest cameras now support natural language search and AI-generated clip summaries through Gemini integration.

Microsoft tests user removal of AI models in Windows 11 Insider build
Microsoft is testing a new Windows 11 build that lets users uninstall AI models. The experimental build 26300.8553 also adds Start menu and search changes.

UK Regulator Forces Google to Let Publishers Opt Out of AI Search
The UK's CMA ruled that Google must allow publishers to block their content from AI Overviews and model training, giving news sites more negotiating power.

PyTorch Custom Operations Give Developers Deeper Control Over Model Performance
PyTorch's custom operation support lets developers write optimized CUDA kernels, balancing research flexibility with production efficiency.

Logitech's Hybrid Keyboard Switches Promise Versatility But Fall Short
Logitech's G512 X 98 keyboard lets users swap between mechanical and analog switches. The hybrid design aims to deliver the best of both worlds but doesn't fully succeed.

Sony's Anniversary Headphones Prioritize Style Over Substance
Sony's 10th anniversary 1000X headphones feature leather and metal but sacrifice sound quality and noise cancellation compared to the cheaper WH-1000XM6.

Starbucks Drops Faulty AI Inventory System That Failed to Count
Starbucks scrapped an AI inventory tool after it repeatedly miscounted stock. The system’s failure highlights challenges in retail automation.

A New Lens on Business: Companies as Networks of Algorithms
Viewing companies as graphs of algorithms reveals new opportunities for automation and efficiency. This perspective challenges traditional management models.

Samsung's Fainting Detection Puts Apple on Notice
Samsung has introduced a fainting detection feature that could redefine smartwatch health monitoring. Apple Watch users may soon face a tough choice.

Healthcare AI's Real Challenge Isn't Better Algorithms, It's Broken Systems
Healthcare AI fails in practice due to fragmented data and legacy systems, not weak algorithms. Real progress requires infrastructure modernization, not better models.

Hackers Claim Massive Data Breach at Instructure, Targeting 9,000 Schools
Hackers say they stole student and staff data from nearly 9,000 schools using Instructure’s Canvas platform and locked users out, demanding negotiation by May 12.

SpaceX Wins $2.29 Billion Military Network Contract for Space Targeting
SpaceX secures a $2.29 billion Space Force contract to build a satellite network linking sensors to weapons in near real time, reviving stalled Pentagon efforts.

Smart TV Owners Overlook a Hidden Automation Tool: The RS-232 Port
Most people ignore the RS-232 port on their smart TV. But this serial connector can turn the TV into a powerful home automation controller.