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NASA Mars Orbiter Bid Sparks Political Fight Over Fair Competition
NASA's $700 million Mars orbiter contract solicitation raises questions about open competition as senators weigh in on the future of Mars exploration and sample return.
Ansel Adams Trust Alleges Unauthorized AI Colorization at Major Photo Show
The Ansel Adams Trust says an AI-colorized 'Moonrise, Hernandez' was displayed without permission at AIPAD's photography expo, sparking a debate over AI and copyright.
Stripe's Chargeback Policy Draws Scrutiny from Merchants
Stripe is facing criticism for its approach to chargeback disputes, with merchants claiming it favors buyers in cases of 'friendly fraud,' sparking debate over fraud liability.
X Limits Unpaid Users to 50 Posts Per Day
X now restricts unverified accounts to 50 posts and 200 replies daily. The change pressures users toward paid subscriptions as alternatives like Bluesky gain traction.
Node.js 26.0.0 Introduces Temporal API for Modern Date Handling
Node.js 26.0.0 is now available, featuring the long-awaited Temporal API. This update modernizes date and time management for developers.
Meta Launches Forum App to Merge Facebook Groups With AI Chatbot
Meta's new Forum app combines Facebook Groups with an AI assistant to help users find advice and discussions in a dedicated space, challenging Reddit and Google's AI Overview.
Chrome Proposes New API for Efficient Page Updates
Google Chrome has proposed a new web API for declarative partial updates, aiming to reduce full re-renders and boost performance in complex web apps.
Google AI search now pulls expert advice from Reddit
Google's AI-powered search results will now include Reddit posts as expert sources. The change aims to improve answer quality but raises questions about content reliability.
Ember.js 7.0 Arrives With Major Rewrite and Modernized Tooling
Ember.js 7.0 introduces a new reactivity system, drops legacy browser support, and improves TypeScript integration. Developers must prepare for breaking changes.
GitHub Copilot's Token Pricing Sparks Developer Revolt
Microsoft's GitHub Copilot swapped flat-rate billing for token-based pricing. Developers warn costs will soar, sparking backlash and trust concerns.
VR Fitness App Supernatural to Spin Off From Meta, Launch Independently This Fall
Supernatural, the VR workout platform under Meta, will become an independent company. A new app version arrives this fall, ahead of Meta's planned shutdown.
Flipper Devices Targets Network Tinkerers With New Linux Gadget
Flipper Devices announces a Linux-powered networking gadget for hackers and hobbyists. The base model will cost under $350.
Python's UV Tool Delivers Speed but Package Management Remains a Pain Point
UV, a fast Python package installer, is praised for performance but criticized for poor user experience in dependency management. The tool's speed gains are undermined by confusing commands and documentation gaps.
Asus Reveals Massive 3,000W PSU to Fuel Four RTX 5090 GPUs
Asus announced a 3,000W PSU that can power four RTX 5090 GPUs. The ROG Thor unit targets extreme builds and highlights rising power needs in high-end PC hardware.
GTA 6 Online Could Finally Fix Rockstar's Biggest Vehicle Mistake
Rockstar has a chance to overhaul vehicle physics in GTA 6 Online, freeing players from years of frustrating aerial combat balancing.
The Writerdeck Trend: Distraction-Free Writing Machines Gain Followers
The writerdeck trend sees creators building minimalist writing machines to escape digital distractions, using Raspberry Pi and e-ink screens.
Amazon Claims Major Advance in Data Center Speed for AI Workloads
Amazon says its new networking technology dramatically accelerates data flow in its cloud data centers, solving a key bottleneck for AI training and other intensive workloads.
Iran Threatens Fees on Big Tech Subsea Cables in Strait of Hormuz
Iran's military says it will charge US tech companies for undersea cables in the Strait of Hormuz, threatening global internet infrastructure.
France Leads EU's Charge Away From US Tech Giants
France is replacing Zoom and Microsoft Teams with homegrown tools, and other EU countries are following. The Trump-era push for digital sovereignty is reshaping Europe's tech landscape.
Tech Lobbying Weakens Climate Rules for Data Centers
Tech companies lobbied to kill stricter clean energy rules for gas-powered data centers, weakening climate pledges.