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Aluminum Prices Surge 20%, Startups Use AI to Extract Metal From Scrap
Startups / Funding

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.

May 21, 20262 min read
AI Over-Reliance Turns IT Teams Into 'Tech Zombies'
AI / Machine Learning

AI Over-Reliance Turns IT Teams Into 'Tech Zombies'

Experts warn that over-reliance on AI for routine IT tasks erodes critical thinking, leaving teams helpless when automation fails.

May 21, 20262 min read
US Government Takes $2B Equity Stakes in IBM and Quantum Computing Firms
Tech Policy & Regulation

US Government Takes $2B Equity Stakes in IBM and Quantum Computing Firms

The US government acquires $2 billion in equity stakes in quantum computing companies, including IBM, marking a new era of public-private investment in critical technology.

May 21, 20262 min read
Inside the SolarWinds Breach: Hackers Had Full Access to Treasury Systems
Tech Policy & Regulation

Inside the SolarWinds Breach: Hackers Had Full Access to Treasury Systems

New details reveal Russian-linked hackers infiltrated Treasury email systems far deeper than previously known. The supply chain attack compromised thousands of government and private networks, exposing critical security gaps.

May 24, 20263 min read
Sony's Most Expensive Wireless Headphones Deliver Stunning Audio but Carry Big Trade-Offs
Gadgets / Consumer Tech

Sony's Most Expensive Wireless Headphones Deliver Stunning Audio but Carry Big Trade-Offs

Sony's flagship wireless headphones offer top-tier audio but suffer from comfort issues and a high price. Are they worth the premium?

May 20, 20262 min read
Wozniak Tells Students: Your Brain Beats AI
AI / Machine Learning

Wozniak Tells Students: Your Brain Beats AI

Apple co-founder Steve Wozniak drew cheers from students by reminding them they possess actual intelligence, not artificial.

May 22, 20262 min read
Iran Threatens Fees on Big Tech Subsea Cables in Strait of Hormuz
Tech Policy & Regulation

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.

May 20, 20262 min read
Maka Kids Raises $3M for Streaming App That Prioritizes Child Development Over Engagement
Startups / Funding

Maka Kids Raises $3M for Streaming App That Prioritizes Child Development Over Engagement

Maka Kids raised $3 million in seed funding for its streaming app designed for children ages zero to six. The platform focuses on well-being and healthy development rather than engagement metrics.

May 21, 20263 min read
AI Code Vulnerabilities Outpace Current Security Tools
AI / Machine Learning

AI Code Vulnerabilities Outpace Current Security Tools

AI-generated code creates a surge in vulnerabilities. Current security tools produce too many alerts with poor context. Teams need smarter triage to bridge detection and remediation.

May 22, 20263 min read
AWS Faces Leadership Exodus as Key Executives Depart
Big Tech

AWS Faces Leadership Exodus as Key Executives Depart

Amazon Web Services is losing several top executives, signaling potential shifts in strategy and culture at the cloud giant.

May 24, 20263 min read
Overprivileged AI Agents Expose Banking Systems to New Attacks
AI / Machine Learning

Overprivileged AI Agents Expose Banking Systems to New Attacks

Financial firms face mounting security risks as AI agents access excessive data and systems. Overprivileged permissions create compliance vulnerabilities and trust issues across banking.

May 26, 20262 min read
GitHub Confirms Breach of 3800 Repos via Malicious VSCode Extension
Big Tech

GitHub Confirms Breach of 3800 Repos via Malicious VSCode Extension

GitHub says 3,800 repositories were compromised by a malicious VSCode extension. The attack stole credentials and may have spread further.

May 20, 20262 min read
OpenClaw AI Agent Steps Into the Physical World With a Robot Body
AI / Machine Learning

OpenClaw AI Agent Steps Into the Physical World With a Robot Body

An AI coding agent named OpenClaw has been given a physical robot body, demonstrating how AI models can simplify robot building and deployment.

May 20, 20262 min read
Google I/O 2026: Gemini AI and Android XR Glasses Lead the Agenda
Big Tech

Google I/O 2026: Gemini AI and Android XR Glasses Lead the Agenda

Google I/O 2026 will feature major Gemini AI updates, Android improvements, and a first look at Android XR smart glasses. The event signals Google's push into AI and spatial computing.

May 20, 20262 min read
NASA Mars Orbiter Bid Sparks Political Fight Over Fair Competition
Tech Policy & Regulation

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.

May 20, 20263 min read
Google's Android XR Smart Glasses Face High Stakes but Offer Real Advantages
Big Tech

Google's Android XR Smart Glasses Face High Stakes but Offer Real Advantages

Google's Android XR platform is nearing reality with smart glasses that leverage Android integration. The company must overcome past failures and strong competition from Apple and Meta.

May 20, 20263 min read
Google Adds AI Detection to Circle to Search Feature
Gadgets / Consumer Tech

Google Adds AI Detection to Circle to Search Feature

Google is rolling out AI detection to its Circle to Search tool, letting users see if an image was generated or edited by AI. The feature uses metadata and content credentials.

May 20, 20262 min read
AI Outpaces Human Patching, Making Vulnerability Windows Obsolete
AI / Machine Learning

AI Outpaces Human Patching, Making Vulnerability Windows Obsolete

AI-powered bug detection finds vulnerabilities faster than humans can patch. The industry shifts from reactive patching to building resilient software from the start.

May 21, 20263 min read
Quantum Physics, AI Join Forces to Supercharge Enzyme Engineering
Startups / Funding

Quantum Physics, AI Join Forces to Supercharge Enzyme Engineering

Imperagen raises £5 million to blend quantum physics simulations with AI for faster, more precise enzyme design, aiming to green industrial processes.

May 21, 20262 min read
Secretive AI Startup Hark Raises $700M at $6 Billion Valuation
Startups / Funding

Secretive AI Startup Hark Raises $700M at $6 Billion Valuation

Hark, Brett Adcock's stealth AI startup, raised a massive $700M Series A, valuing the 'universal' interface company at $6 billion.

May 21, 20262 min read