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Generated: 2026-09-11 06:00:03 | Timespan: 72h | Period: 24h
Students who use AI generally score worse at school
Students who use AI to help them study tend to perform worse at school than those who don't, according to data from a global OECD educational report. The situation is more complex than it sounds though, with certain types of AI use giving learners a slight bo…
Russia outpacing Ukraine's air defences with daily use of new jet-powered drones
The new models can travel at speeds of up to 300mph, faster than Ukraine's air defence interceptors.
Apple Watch's New AI Day Summary Tracks These Activities
Leaker "pdfu" today shared additional code-level details about the Apple Watch Series 12 and Ultra 4's new day summary feature, offering a clearer picture of what the AI tool will actually track. In a new post on X, pdfu said that the summaries generated…
iPhone 18 Pro Details Purportedly Leaked By Verizon's AI Assistant
A series of screenshots shared with MacRumors today seemingly show Verizon's AI chat assistant answering detailed questions about the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max, just hours before Apple's announcement event. The screenshots were shared private…
Anthropic's AI fluency chief says the best AI users know when to do the work themselves
Anthropic's AI fluency chief says knowing when not to use AI is a key skill that can help workers avoid a "discernment tax."
OpenAI’s sly mathematical breakthrough sends a chill through academia
OpenAI's announcement Tuesday that it has solved one of mathematics' legendary Millennium Prize problems should have been a moment of triumph. The result is both an undeniable achievement and a striking demonstration of just how rapidly AI is transforming mat…
More than 1 in 10 chance AI ‘could kill all humans,’ says Anthropic safety lead after colleague quits
A senior Anthropic safety researcher has said there is more than a 10 percent chance artificial intelligence "could kill all humans" by the end of the decade, just hours after a colleague resigned over fears the AI lab and its rivals are carelessly racing to …
U.S. Agencies Issue Stern Rebuke of China-Based AI Companies Over Alleged Distillation
The U.S. and China will soon sit down for talks on AI security, which probably explains the timing.
OpenAI Just Claimed a Huge Math Discovery. Some Academics Are Crying Foul
A landmark announcement by the frontier AI lab has been overshadowed by accusations of impropriety.
ChatGPT Sketch turns your bad drawings into detailed AI images
OpenAI announced ChatGPT Images 2.5 on Tuesday and is adding a new way to tell ChatGPT what you want it to make an image of: by drawing a doodle. With a new feature called Sketch, you can just draw something right inside ChatGPT and then tell ChatGPT how you …
Gemini's Daily Brief drops its subscription fee — here's what you get
Gemini's Daily Brief is now free for US users, so your mornings just got a proactive AI assistant that actually gets you organized.
Meta Failed to Catch Hundreds of AI Child Abuse Ads. Some Included Images of Real Kids
Images of real children—including a member of a European royal family—were used to create some of the 350 ads containing child sexual abuse. Lawmakers say they plan to investigate.
Dolly Parton’s Sister Asks People to Stop Posting AI Slop of the Legendary Singer
"I hope nobody can ever replicate me or what I do. AI is a scary thing," said Dolly Parton in 2023.
Apple Introduces New AirPods 5 With Improved Noise Canceling
Like their AirPods 4, the AirPods 5 come in two versions, but both now feature active noise-canceling -- and it's 50% more effective.
Dyson’s First-Ever Dryer Brush, the Airsmooth, Is Now Available
Dyson’s new hair tools were designed to provide sleek locks without frizz or heat damage.
The AI Researcher Who Just Quit Anthropic Says It’s ‘Crunch Time for Humanity’
Jacob Coxon talks to WIRED about the “mini Manhattan project” inside Anthropic, the problem with alignment, and why AI labs have just a few years left to make their systems safe.
Volvo XC40 PHEV is back with a new look, better sensors, and Gemini AI
It's been about three years since Volvo discontinued its plug-in hybrid XC40. The mild hybrid version remains on sale in the US and elsewhere, alongside the electric EX40. Today, Volvo announced it was bringing back the PHEV version and giving it a major face…
Read the Apple document explaining how new listening features still protect your privacy
At Wednesday's iPhone Duo launch event, Apple announced a handful of new Siri AI Audio Intelligence features, including Siri Recap, Live Rewind, Sound Recognition, and Music Recognition. Alongside its announcement, Apple released a document laying out how it …
Hands on with the new Apple Watch Series 12 and Apple Watch Ultra 4
After Apple wrapped up its "Surprise and shine" event today, we were able to get a look at the new Apple Watch Series 12 and Ultra 4. Both of the new watches launch September 18th, with preorders available starting today. The Apple Watch Series 12 once again …
AI is becoming harder to control – can humans stay in charge?
AI agents went on an uncontrolled hacking spree, leaving some in the industry worried
How Much Should You Trust AI Detection Tools?
Companies like Pangram and Originality.ai can help to clear up the confusion. But they’re not a silver bullet.
What Is Stuff? All About the Third-Party App Featured During Apple’s Latest Event
Siri AI got a few more details during the iPhone Event, including a tie-in with Stuff. Here’s what the third-party app can do for you.
The iPhone Air 2 Wasn’t Announced. Here’s Why That’s Bad for Apple Buyers
The iPhone Air 2 was a no-show at Apple Park on Wednesday.
Apple Is Actually Talking About AI Now — a Lot
New CEO John Ternus says you already have your personal AI device. It’s called an iPhone.
Gen AI Tools Are Now Being Used to Push ‘Slop Jihad’
A new generation of Islamic terror supporters are using AI to spread ‘Slop Jihad’ to new audiences on TikTok.
Guess What the Tech Industry’s Solution to Construction Labor Shortages Delaying AI Data Centers Is
Did you say "AI"? GO TO THE TOP OF THE CLASS.
Google’s Atlas of the human genome could pave the way for new treatments
Google DeepMind has unveiled an AI tool that its scientists claim could help unravel the mysteries of the human genome and transform our understanding of biology, accelerating scientific research and ultimately paving the way for new treatments for diseases. …
Tech CEOs Are This Fall’s Favorite Movie Villains
Finally, a villain we can agree on.
He Poured His Retirement Savings into a Business — and It Failed Spectacularly: ‘I’m Working Harder Than Ever.’
He regrets losing the entirety of his $180,000 retirement savings in a failed business venture.
Two schools of thought about school
One kind of school is about culture, compliance and community. We indoctrinate kids, for better or worse, in what it means to be in this world we’ve built, and how to do it together. We teach them how to be kids, how to be citizens and hopefully, how to be ad…
New standards for masculinity are stacked against men’s health
This is Optimizer, a weekly newsletter sent from Verge senior reviewer Victoria Song that dissects and discusses the latest gizmos and potions that swear they're going to change your life. Opt in for Optimizer here. Whenever the algorithm serves up a steaming…
Why Wit Studio’s President Thinks Japan Should Host Its Own Anime Awards Show
George Wada teases the 'Spy x Family' studio's upcoming show, 'Lona,' and talks about the company's stance on AI and worker protections and the ambition behind 'The One Piece' remake.
Apple Event Live Blog: Folding iPhone, Apple Watch Series 12, AirPods, and More
Get all the news when it happens, as our reporters bring you live updates from Apple Park, the company’s headquarters in Cupertino, California.
'Farage faces Met inquiry' and 'Ready for departure?'
Thursday's front pages are dominated by a police investigation into Reform UK and UK airport chaos.
The World’s Biggest Cities Ranked by Climate Resilience—See Where Yours Lands
A geospatial AI company evaluated the climate resilience of 72 major cities. The ranking may surprise you.
Sorry, Apple, but the iPhone Duo Wasn’t the Smart Display I’m Waiting For
Reports keep saying Apple is releasing a home smart display. It still hasn’t happened, and here’s why that’s a problem.
Why wait for the iPhone Duo? The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 is still FREE with this T-Mobile deal
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 deals are live, and T-Mobile is already giving away the foldable phone for free with eligible trade-in and new line.
Cockroach Milk, How to Blow Your Nose, and Mosquito Printers: The Ig Nobels of 2026
Every year, the prizes recognize the weirdest research that often raises some very serious scientific questions.
The Apple Watch Ultra 4 Brings Siri AI, Live Recording Features to More Places
The update to Apple’s endurance wearable is now official — and costs the same as last year’s Ultra 3.
Apple Reference Photo Lets iPhone Photographers Prove What’s Real
The new iPhone 18 Pro gets a photo-authentication feature to show that a photo hasn’t been altered with AI.
Apple Watch Series 12: Familiar Design, Different Everywhere Else
A faster chip, new health sensors, deeper recovery insights and a new AI Audio feature that helps you remember conversations. Here’s what’s new for the Apple Watch.
iPhone Handoff Will Let You Use One Number on Two Phones
The feature will be available with iOS 27, but will be limited to specific cellular carriers for now.
Silicon Valley’s AI Agent Push Has Been Paying Off—for Cybercriminals
Threat actors in China, Iran, and Russia have been moving away from simple prompt-and-reply chatbots to more autonomous systems, a new report from Google has found.
Circular’s Ring 3 Series Beats Oura to Adding Contactless Payments
The new Circular Ring 3 Pro and Circular Ring 3 Slim pair health tracking with NFC and haptic feedback.
Microsoft breaks another patch Tuesday record
Engineers at Microsoft typically enjoy a quieter summer to take vacations and spend time with family, as is common at many companies. But this year, the season has been unusually busy for Windows and security engineers, thanks to new AI models that are discov…
Iceland summons US ambassador over Trump's stars and stripes map
Trump's territorial ambitions have repeatedly strained relations with neighbouring countries.
A top 2% fund manager says he's betting on these 4 cheap industrials stocks getting a boost from the AI buildout
"The industrial names, especially those in construction and engineering, I think there's a long runway," Hennessy Funds' Josh Wein says.
World’s Largest Gun Aims to Shoot Satellites Into Space
The world’s largest gun belongs to Longshot Space, which plans to go even bigger in the hopes of harnessing its technology to shoot satellites into space instead of using rockets.
Meta’s New AI Agent Wants to Get Personal With You
The new Meta Muse agent can complete tasks and do your online shopping.
Could Apple Announce Smart Glasses at ‘Surprise and Shine’ Tomorrow? CNET Readers Are Split
There’s also a chance we could see AirPods with cameras, but most CNET readers don’t have high hopes.
“I don’t know”
The opposite of “I don’t know” isn’t “I’m certain.” No, the opposite is, “I’m not sure, but…” “I don’t know” is a conversation ender. It is almost never followed by a useful question. Instead, it’s a form of surrender. Teach me! Show me answer! Don’t make me …
5 reasons the Pixel 11 Pro XL is my daily driver
The Pixel 11 Pro XL may not be the best all-rounder, but it has meaningful upgrades over its predecessor, and is just a delight to use.
Apple Watch Series 12 and Apple Watch Ultra 4: Price, Specs, Release Date
Apple’s latest smartwatches—the Apple Watch Series 12 and Ultra 4, get a faster chip, expanded health tracking, and new capabilities made possible by a newly enhanced Siri.
Here’s how the new iPhone 18 Pro stacks up to the last-gen models
Apple's release cadence for the latest iPhones is unusual. It'll start with the 18 Pro models, then with the foldable iPhone Duo releasing in October for $1,999. It hasn't confirmed when its base iPhone 18 model will launch. So, this post is focused just on t…
Samsung Is Already Working on Smart Glasses With a Built-In Screen
Looks like Samsung is gunning for the Meta Ray-Ban Display, too.
The U.S. Government Is Using Your Financial Data to Decide Who Gets Pulled Over
Border Patrol is mining Americans’ financial activity to identify people for potential traffic stops.
iPhone 18 Pro and 18 Pro Max Both Have Crazy Battery Life
No regular iPhone 18 this year. Just two Pro models.
Honor's Magic 9 Pro Max debuts at Venice Film Festival: ARRI partnership will continue
Honor's quest for cinematic mobile technology continues with the Magic 9 Pro Max and ARRI. Venice Film Festival held its first debut for consumers, and more.
Apple Announces iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max
Apple today unveiled the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max, which look very similar to the iPhone 17 Pro models but have several upgrades. The devices are equipped with the A20 Pro chip and feature longer battery life compared to the previous-generatio…
iPhone 18 Pro Camera Upgrades: Variable Aperture and Pro Controls
Apple’s camera app is getting manual pro controls for the first time.
iPhone 18 Pro Camera Upgrades: Variable Aperture and Pro Controls
Apple’s camera app is getting manual pro controls for the first time.
Not Every Feature Apple Announced Is Ready to Go. Here’s When to Expect Them All
Some of the most interesting features won’t ship with the iPhone Duo, iPhone 18 Pro, Apple Watch Series 12 and Ultra 4.
My Favorite Things from Apple’s iPhone 18 Event
The iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max and the buzzy foldable iPhone Duo bring some great stuff. But there are some downsides, too.
My Favorite Things from Apple’s iPhone 18 Event
The iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max and the buzzy foldable iPhone Duo bring some great stuff. But there are some downsides, too.
Apple Announces a Redesigned Health App With Readiness Score
Apple’s Health app has gotten several new features to help you keep track of your health and wellness.
Apple iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max Are Official. Here’s What’s New
Apple took the wraps off its new flagship phones at its "Surprise and Shine" event on Wednesday.
Apple Introduces New Audio Intelligence Features for Apple Watch
Your Apple Watch can take notes and rewind time from previous conversations, if you let it.
The iPhone 18 Pro Max’s Battery Is a Beast, but Save $100 and Stick to Last Year’s Model
Do the math to make sure the upgrade makes sense.
Google-Backed Nuclear Plant Gets Nearly $2 Billion Loan From the Energy Department
The plant is expected to come back online in early 2029.
Australians Could Soon Opt Out of Social Media Algorithms Altogether
Months after kicking off a wave of teen social media bans, Australia is now coming for social media algorithms.
ARM’s Next-Gen Phone Chips Are So Much Better for Gaming. Does it Matter?
What we really want to know is what this means for midrange phones suffering from RAM prices.
Even the NYPD Thinks Smart Glasses Are Sketchy
Surveillance is all fun and games until you're the one being surveilled.
This Is the Biggest 2D Map of the Universe. Here’s How to Use It
The map covers 75% of the sky, and you can explore all sorts of cool celestial objects once you know where to look.
Samsung Galaxy Z8 foldable sales up 30% over Fold 7, but the Flip 8 captivates new users
Samsung parades the Galaxy Z8 series achievements, with the Fold 8/Fold 8 Ultra seeing massive sales increases. The Flip 8 reportedly excels at making users switch to Samsung.
Why Miele Put a Camera Inside Its Latest Dishwasher
Miele’s latest dishwasher has smarts a-plenty, including a camera housed in the back of the door.
Forget the iPhone Ultra — I went hands-on with the Xiaomi 18 Fold, and it might be the best mid-size foldable you can't buy
I loved the Galaxy Z Fold 8, but the Xiaomi 18 Fold takes things even further. Here are some of my initial impressions of Xiaomi's iPhone Ultra killer.
People’s Picks: 4 Phone Brands Dominate, but 1 Reigns Supreme and It’s Not Apple
Apple may seem like an obvious winner for most, but readers’ responses say this brand is a force to be reckoned with in the smartphone space.
People’s Picks: 4 Phone Brands Dominate, but 1 Reigns Supreme and It’s Not Apple
Apple may seem like an obvious winner for most, but readers’ responses say this brand is a force to be reckoned with in the smartphone space.
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