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AI Data Centers Test Grid Flexibility to Bypass Power Bottlenecks
Emerald AI's Conductor software enables data centers to reduce power draw during grid stress, helping avoid blackouts and new power plant construction. A London trial showed how flexible facilities could ease the AI energy crunch.
USB Power Delivery Standard Reshapes Device Charging Landscape
The USB Power Delivery standard is transforming how devices charge, enabling faster power transfer and universal compatibility across laptops, phones and tablets.
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.
Listen Labs Raises $69M to Disrupt Market Research With AI Interviews
AI startup Listen Labs raised $69M to scale its AI customer interview platform, replacing surveys with video conversations and detecting fraud in market research.
Executives Lead in Shadow AI Use, Study Finds
New research reveals 62% of senior leaders use unapproved AI tools, bypassing security risks for productivity gains.
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.
NSA Deploys Anthropic AI for Cyber Attack Operations
The National Security Agency has started using Anthropic's Mythos AI system for offensive cyber attacks. The move raises new ethical and oversight questions about artificial intelligence in warfare.
UK Regulator Forces Google to Open Up Search Rankings and Data
The CMA orders Google to improve search ranking transparency and data portability, giving UK businesses and users new rights.
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.
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.
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.
Public Opposition to AI Data Centers Grows as NIMBY Sentiment Spreads
A new survey shows Americans strongly oppose AI data centers near homes, citing noise, energy use and property value concerns. The backlash challenges Big Tech’s expansion plans.
Lenovo Probes Gray Market Piracy Allegations Tied to G10 Handheld
Lenovo investigates claims its China-only G10 handheld is being used for piracy. Third parties may pre-load illicit games to hike gray market prices.
Illinois Passes Landmark AI Safety Bill With Third-Party Oversight
Illinois lawmakers passed the strongest AI safety bill in the US, requiring third-party audits for companies like OpenAI and Google. Governor JB Pritzker plans to sign it into law.
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.
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.
ASRock Unveils 3,000-Watt Power Supply and Hybrid AIO Cooler at Computex
ASRock showcased a 3kW Taichi power supply for AI and a hybrid Taichi Aqua AIO/custom loop cooler at Computex 2025. The company also revealed 10th anniversary hardware.
Lightning surge through coaxial cable destroys gamer's PC, highlights home wiring risks
A lightning strike entered a home through a coaxial internet cable, destroying a gaming PC and router. The incident underscores the need for whole-home surge protection beyond standard power strips.
Inflated Power Ratings: Inside the Failure of a 1000W Portable Charger
A teardown of a 1000W portable charger reveals why it failed within minutes. The cause highlights a common problem with overstated power ratings in consumer electronics.
Heat Dissipation Tech Drives Portable Battery Reliability
Advanced heat management, including solid-state and graphene methods, is key to portable battery performance. The Momax Q.Mag X exemplifies this trend with enhanced cooling for reliable wireless charging.