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Generated: 2026-09-16 22:00:02 | Timespan: 72h | Period: 24h
Apple Releases New AirPods Firmware With iOS 27 Features
Apple today released new firmware for the AirPods Pro 2, AirPods Pro 3, AirPods 4, and AirPods Max 2. The firmware is available for all of the above devices, and it will enable support for new iOS 27 features. The firmware has a build number of 9A348. In…
Elon Musk’s SpaceXAI Decides It’s No Longer Worried About Apple’s iPhone Monopoly
The company moved to drop its antitrust claims against Apple while continuing its lawsuit against OpenAI.
Math Professor Accuses OpenAI of Copying His Work, Says AI Compute Power Makes Racing to Publish 'Pointless'
The New York Post wrote that OpenAI "stunned the mathematics world" last week when it announced its AI model "cracked a legendary math problem left unsolved for nearly a century in just 88 hours." But a New York University professor "has come forward allegi…
Mark Cuban says he's way more worried about AI backlash than an AI apocalypse
Former "Shark Tank" investor Mark Cuban said the public reaction to warnings about AI is a "far greater risk" than an AI doomsday.
Trump warns against slowing down AI but he is not against some guardrails
President Trump said there were "negative forces" predicting things that he says won't happen.
Is Big Tech’s AI slowdown a safety pact or a cartel?
When OpenAI CEO Sam Altman, Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei, Google DeepMind cofounder Demis Hassabis, and SpaceX head Elon Musk loosely agreed over the weekend to slow down AI development, skeptics spotted an ulterior motive immediately. The AI titans had declare…
Apple releases iOS 27 with Siri AI overhaul
Apple is now rolling out its iOS 27 update to compatible devices today, alongside the watchOS 27, iPadOS 27, and visionOS 27 updates. Siri AI is the headline feature across all four updates, the delayed AI-powered overhaul of the Siri assistant. Siri AI is av…
Calls to slow AI development are forcing Wall Street to rethink the AI trade
Investors spent months worrying AI spending was too much, too fast. Now they're worried AI development could slow.
Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella posts an internal warning to employees about AI safety
Satya Nadella urged the AI industry to prioritize safety and maintain human control over the technology.
Musk Drops Apple Lawsuit Over ChatGPT Siri Deal, Keeps Suing OpenAI
Elon Musk's companies X Corp and SpaceXAI today asked the court to dismiss their claims in a lawsuit filed against Apple in 2025, reports Reuters. There was no explanation for the dismissal request or mention of a settlement. The filing also does not ask for …
Inside the generational clash over AI in math: 'We don’t have the luxury of waiting'
Some 700 academics called for the cancellation of a student-run AI math event at Caltech. Students say they're only trying to remain relevant.
Apple Home’s AI Security Camera Features Are Opt-In, if You Can Afford Them
New descriptive AI video summaries and natural language search are available for security cameras but could cost up to $60 per month.
Why the Postpandemic Tech Bust Sent Billionaires to Trump
Following mass layoffs in 2022 and 2023, many tech workers turned against their employers. When liberal politicians also rallied against Silicon Valley, their backers turned to Donald Trump.
AI CEOs Predictably Suck Up to Trump Amid ‘AI Pause’ Debate
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman requested a private meeting with Trump last week, while Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang dialed up him on stage at an event.
Reminder: iOS 27's All-New Siri AI Has a Waitlist, Here's How to Sign Up
Apple this week released iOS 27 following around three months of beta testing. If you just installed the software update on your iPhone, you might be wondering where the new-and-improved Siri AI and dedicated Siri app are. In case you missed it, you must join…
Bernie Sanders and Steve Bannon to share a stage to promote curbs on AI
The poles of U.S. politics are coming together over AI. Sanders and Bannon will appear at the "Pro-Human Assembly" in Washington, D.C., to convince Congress to work faster to curb the impact of AI.
I’m a chief people officer, and here are my tips on how to ask about a company's AI policies in a job interview
A chief people officer shares tips on how job seekers can ask about AI policies and expectations during interviews, without coming across as anti-AI.
Could AI pose a threat to humanity, and can it be regulated?
The BBC's AI correspondent Marc Cieslak explains what artificial intelligence is and whether it could cause a threat to humanity.
Siri AI Will Have Deep Integration With ChatGPT and Claude Models, Leaked Build Shows
Siri AI will cooperate with ChatGPT or Claude on certain tasks. The third-party models can even replace Siri altogether.
ChatGPT-Using Lawyer Cited Its Fake Witnesses and Police Testimony in Court
Reuters reports: A defense lawyer appealing his client's murder conviction submitted a brief containing made-up police testimony and witnesses fabricated by OpenAI's ChatGPT, New Mexico's highest court said. The New Mexico Supreme Court on Wednesday fined t…
A DeepSeek engineer's viral post on talent, power, and humanity is a rare snapshot of work at China's frontier AI labs
In a post published on his public WeChat account, DeepSeek engineer Liu Shengyu said he expects AI to soon surpass him at the work he loves.
OpenAI has tapped a startup to make its AI work for lawyers
OpenAI wants more lawyers to use its tech. To that end, it's partnered with a new startup to give it boots on the ground inside law firms.
Apple Releases iOS 27 and iPadOS 27 With Siri AI and Liquid Glass Update
Apple today released iOS 27 and iPadOS 27, the newest operating system updates for the iPhone and iPad. The software is available for free on all compatible devices, and can be downloaded over the air by going to Settings > General > Software Update. It …
Travis Kalanick's robotics startup taps Meta veteran for top AI role
Vikas Chandra, a longtime Meta AI executive who led AI work for the company's smart glasses, is joining Atoms.
Union Contract with Microsoft Ratified by 1,900 Blizzard Developers and Workers
Nearly 1900 Blizzard Entertainment workers "voted to ratify their first union contract with parent company Microsoft after over two years of bargaining," reports Kotaku, "consolidating Blizzard's many smaller unions into three larger bargaining units." The …
Microsoft publishes 37-page 'humanist' code of conduct after AI doom debate: 'This is urgent'
Microsoft sums up its AI code of conduct in five words: "People matter more than AI."
Michael Burry says AI leaders' calls for a slowdown are 'self-serving' — and humanity has 'nothing to fear'
Michael Burry of "The Big Short" fame said AI companies were helping themselves by calling for slower progress to head off any threats to humanity.
What on earth is an 'embedded evaluator'? One of the most important jobs in AI, according to frontier lab chiefs.
A hot job title, "embedded evaluator," has entered the AI space — and AI chiefs say these people will stand between humanity and the apocalypse.
China’s intelligence chief just gave a revealing glimpse into what Beijing fears most about AI
China's spy chief Chen Yixin has outlined six major risks AI poses to China, as a heated debate over AI doom plays out in the West.
Kalshi’s AI Compute Price Tracker Reportedly Pulled Over National Security Concerns
The Commerce Department reportedly pushed Kalshi to take down its AI compute price tracker over National security concerns.
OpenAI, Anthropic, and Google Join Forces for Safety as Antitrust Concerns Mount
AI companies worries over antitrust are making many people deeply suspicious of ulterior motives.
‘Runaway Industrialization’ Could Make Earth Inhospitable, OpenAI Researcher Warns
More frontier researchers are coming out of the woodwork to raise alarms.
AirPods 5 Review: A Ridiculously Great Value for ANC Wireless Earbuds
The $129 AirPods 5 are solid, but the $149 version with the Wireless Charging Case and extras like longer battery life are an even better deal.
This is everything the Meta One subscriptions will offer, and for how much, too
Meta One subscription plans are here for the everyday user, the AI power user, and creators/businesses. Plan availability is rolling out now.
Walt Disney World Brings AI Into Its Booking Site
Some guests will soon see AI-generated summaries as well as being able to plan vacations conversationally with a chatbot.
Walt Disney World Brings AI Into Its Booking Site
Launching in beta soon, some guests will see AI-generated summaries as well as being able to plan vacations conversationally with a chatbot.
Publishers Argue AI Firms Should Pay for Content as Copyright Case Advances
The cost of licensing news content would be a “rounding error” for companies like OpenAI, says Ziff Davis CEO Vivek Shah.
Trump throws out power plant climate pollution rules
The Environmental Protection Agency announced its plans today to kill any remaining standards on how much greenhouse gas pollution power plants are allowed to emit in the US. The move will only make electricity dirtier as AI, electric vehicles, and a revival …
EPA to Power Plants: Flood the Air With As Much Coal and Oil Smog As You Like
Donald Trump's EPA not only abandoned greenhouse gas limits on the power sector, but is practically begging for a court ruling that it never can again.
AI researcher whose apocalypse warning went viral outlines his disagreements with Anthropic leadership
"They largely initiated the recent race to RSI, because of a belief in its inevitability," Jacob Coxon said about Anthropic, his former employer.
Is iOS 27 Draining Your iPhone Battery? Don’t Panic, That’s Normal
Apple said this isn’t unusual and it’s temporary.
iOS 27 and Siri AI Are Officially Available to Download
The true Apple Intelligence invasion is here with iOS 27, macOS 27, iPadOS 27, and more.
Anthropic says it created an AI 'starter pack' for small businesses
Anthropic is peddling its Claude for Small Business tool through workshops. Small business owners say they've seen some backlash for using AI.
SCOTUS rejects Trump's mail voting limits. And, the Kennedy Center financial crisis
The Supreme Court has rejected Trump's mail-in voting restrictions ahead of the midterm elections. And, the Kennedy Center says it is on the brink of bankruptcy and could close soon.
New Apple TV, HomePod Mini, and More on Track to Launch This Year
The rumor that never ends: Bloomberg's Mark Gurman today reiterated that new Apple TV and HomePod mini models with Siri AI support remain on track to launch this year. Other new products he expects this year: an all-new Apple home hub, an updated entry-lev…
Apple Releases visionOS 27 With Siri AI and New Spatial Experiences
Apple today released visionOS 27, the newest version of the visionOS operating system that runs on the Apple Vision Pro. It is a free update available on both versions of the Vision Pro headset. visionOS 27 can be downloaded by opening the Settings app, …
macOS Golden Gate Now Available With Siri AI, Visual Intelligence and More
Apple today released macOS Golden Gate 27, the latest version of the macOS operating system that runs on the Mac. macOS Golden Gate is a free app that can be downloaded on all compatible Macs. The update requires a Mac with an Apple silicon chip, and it is …
Trump called Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang in the middle of his talk: 'The robots will not be taking over'
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang said AI doomer predictions aren't grounded in science and got a call from President Donald Trump to weigh in.
Key leaders sound the alarm on AI. And, Iran-Gulf diplomacy hits a setback
Some key leaders at artificial intelligence companies call for a slowdown in AI development. And, Iran-Gulf diplomacy hits a setback as talks in Oman are delayed.
iOS 27 Available Tomorrow With These 8 New Features
During its iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone Duo event last week, Apple announced that iOS 27 will be released widely on Monday, September 14. iOS 27 should be available around 10 a.m. Pacific Time / 1 p.m. Eastern Time tomorrow via the Settings app, under Genera…
Should US Open-Weight AI Labs 'Distill' Frontier Models Too?
Silicon Valley giants and national security experts "are calling for action against Chinese companies engaged in model distillation," reports CNBC. But "I would do nothing," says Y Combinator CEO Garry Tan. "We could argue that there should be an American dis…
NASA and IBM Open Source Lunar Mapping Tools
NASA and IBM have released an open-source AI model trained on a large collection of lunar observations to help scientists analyze the Moon at scale. "The NASA-IBM Lunar Foundation Model gives scientists a foundation to explore the Moon at scale, connecting ob…
AI ‘Actor’ Tilly Norwood Told Me That ‘All Lives Matter’
The virtual character, which is promoting its upcoming movie “Misaligned,” tries to evade politics by repetitively commenting on the clothes you’re wearing.
What if social media isn’t hurting kids?
Two years ago, social psychologist Jonathan Haidt released his New York Times bestseller The Anxious Generation. The book posits that the rise of social media and smartphone use is largely to blame for the prominent decline in teen mental health since 2010. I…
This doorbell camera lets a human security guard watch your front door
DIY home security company SimpliSafe is bringing its AI-powered proactive security feature to the front door. The new SimpliSafe Video Doorbell Series 2 launches today for $199.99 and works with the company's Active Guard Outdoor Protection (starting at $49.9…
MediaTek's first 2nm flagship chip is here — meet the new Dimensity 9600 Pro
The Dimensity 9600 Pro brings a 2nm design, faster CPU and GPU performance, and major on-device AI upgrades.
OPPO just confirmed a major Find X10 Pro Max detail, and I'm excited
OPPO's Find X10 Pro Max is launching globally, and it will be powered by MediaTek's brand-new 2nm Dimensity 9600 Pro.
BMX's GaNsta 140W may just be the 4-port GaN travel charger you need
This 4-port charger does 140W over USB PD 3.1, and it has an LCD panel that shows real-time charging details.
Apple Home’s new security camera features cost up to $60 a month
With the public release of iOS 27 and tvOS 27, Apple Home is getting an injection of Apple Intelligence - but you'll have to pay more for it. Apple Intelligence for Home brings AI-powered video summaries to HomeKit Secure Video, so you can get short text desc…
MediaTek’s Dimensity 9600 Pro Focuses on Gaming, AI Performance for High-End Phones
The high-end processor is the company’s first to use TSMC’s 2-nanometer process.
Trump Decides Now Would Be a Great Time to Support Flock Cameras
With the midterms approaching, Trump is backing automated license plate readers, data centers, and efforts to keep AI development moving at full speed.
Roborock Qrevo 2 Review (2026): A New Budget Vacuum King?
Roborock's more affordable vacuum did well on corners and navigating my home, but thresholds and small objects remain a challenge. Still, it's a good vacuum for the price, especially when it's on sale.
Googlebook pre-orders finally have a date: Here's when you can buy one
Google's first Googlebooks will be available to pre-order on September 21.
This bill could reshape crypto in America -- and it's sparking a major battle
The legislation would establish rules of the road for the crypto sector for the first time — but opponents are up in arms, and the bill faces an uncertain prospect in the Senate.
Apple Releases watchOS 27 With Siri AI, New Watch Face, Smart Stack Improvements and More
Apple today released watchOS 27, the newest version of the operating system that runs on the Apple Watch. watchOS 27 is compatible with the Apple Watch Series 9 and later, the Apple Watch Ultra 2 and later, and the Apple Watch SE 3. watchOS 27 can be…
What smart people are saying about China’s role in ‘pacing the frontier’
China has become central to the debate over slowing frontier AI as safety concerns collide with US-China rivalry.
I Pretended to Be On Vacation to Test This Rental-Ready Smart Lock
Lockly released a new type of smart lock, with a stylish keypad and features made specifically for rentals, vacation homes and Airbnbs. I tried it all.
Third-Gen iPhone Duo to Get Face ID, Telephoto Lens, Expects Gurman
Apple will prioritize adding Face ID and a telephoto lens to future iPhone Duo models, argues Bloomberg's Mark Gurman. The device debuted with Touch ID and dual rear cameras, likely owing to physical constraints. In his latest Power On newsletter, Gurman …
ChatGPT has a feature to help those in crisis. But where can you find it?
Earlier this year, OpenAI launched a feature on ChatGPT meant to help people at risk of suicide connect with someone they trust for support. But its setup may prove challenging to someone in crisis.
Oracle begins a new round of layoffs
Oracle has started a new round of layoffs amid AI investment debt concerns.
A legal AI startup has a plan to take on Lexis Nexis and Westlaw
Legora, which sells software to Big Law firms, has quietly hired a team of former attorneys to grow its corpus of case law and other legal data.
We know more about Bryan Johnson and Kate Tolo than anyone in human history. But who are they?
Bryan Johnson and Kate Tolo are lovers, cofounders, and human experiments trying to engineer a future where people and AI evolve together.
Microsoft announces Windows and Surface event for October 7th
It's been more than two years since the last major Windows event, so Microsoft is heading to San Francisco next month to outline the future of Windows and Surface devices. At an event on October 7th, the company says it will host a "conversation on how local …
That Photo of Donald Trump Kissing Natalie Harp Has One Big Problem
Did Trump actually make out with his "human printer"?
Kids of 2026 Make Futuristic Predictions That Are Very Similar to the Kids of 50 Years Ago
"Higher-class citizens will start owning robot butlers."
Peter Thiel to Celebrate Rumble’s Unholy Alliance With Anthropic by Bringing His Antichrist Lectures to Nashville
Maybe this is how the end starts.
Google’s New Pixel Features Include Shortcuts to Your Favorite Contacts, Adds Scam Alerts
The September Pixel Drop includes two months of Audible for anyone with a Pixel 6 or newer.
Maps and a compass
Maps are easy to sell. If you know where you are and where you’d like to go, the map solves your problem. Maps are all around us: how-to, what-to, step-by-step. The compass is more resilient but less descriptive. It shines a light, gives us clarity, but the n…
Yamaha Upgrades Its Smallest Soundbar With Dolby Atmos Support
The B200A is barely 2 feet across and it has Bluetooth streaming.
Valve is still figuring out ‘how and when’ to do Steam Deck 2
Now that Valve has finally launched its entire 2026 hardware lineup - the Steam Controller, the Steam Machine, and today's Steam Frame - are we any closer to a next-gen Steam Deck handheld? Valve isn't saying so yet. The company is figuring out "how and when …
Before You Hire Anyone Else, Run This Test — You May Have a Workflow Problem, Not a Headcount Problem
Here's a four-bucket audit founders should run before approving a new hire.
You Probably Follow This Typical But ‘Insane’ Business Rule That Stops Growth, Says CEO Who’s Building for the Next Century
Most leaders follow it without question. This CEO says it's the exact habit keeping their business small.
The Dell XPS 13 is the first real competitor to the MacBook Neo
Dell's last XPS 13 was meant to be a farewell before the company sunset the entire XPS brand. But it was a bitter ending, and an overpriced one as well. Earlier this year, Dell resurrected the XPS name with the excellent (and very expensive) XPS 14 and 16. An…
Mark Zuckerberg Profile Bravely Positions Him Exactly as He’d Like to be Seen
If Zuckerberg is Augustus, Colossus is Virgil.
macOS Golden Gate: 10 Features to Try First
Apple released macOS Golden Gate to the public today, which means anyone with a compatible Mac can download it. The new version of macOS requires an Apple chip, so if you have a Mac with an M1 or later or a MacBook Neo, you can upgrade. macOS Golden Gat…
NASA rushed engineers out of their labs. They say it risks future space missions
NASA employees say they've lost vital equipment and staff needed to make sophisticated spacecraft amid the agency's abrupt relocations over the past several months.
More expensive Galaxy S26 phones might be on the way, but not for everyone
Higher costs for the Galaxy S26 series? That's possible, as overseas rumors suggest an increase; however, this concerns only one market (for now).
1.5 million student-loan borrowers left Biden's key repayment plan. Here's what's at stake for the 6 million others.
The first deadline for student-loan borrowers to move off the SAVE repayment plan is approaching at the end of September. Millions still haven't left.
The 'best Android phone for students' just scored another huge discount at Amazon
Amazon is slashing 15% off the Google Pixel 10a, which is Android Central's favorite phone under $500.
iOS 27 and iOS 26.7 Fix More Than 100 Security Bugs
Today's iOS 27 update addresses over 100 security vulnerabilities, which is a good reason to install the new software. If you don't want to update to iOS 27 yet, Apple also released iOS 26.7 with over 80 security fixes. 75 of the fixes are shared acros…
This keyboard app brings Pixel 11's best feature to all Android phones
SwiftKey just brought a great Pixel 11 trick everywhere.
I’ve Been Using iOS 27 for Months. Here’s What’s Great and What Needs to Change
The new OS doesn’t feel like a total overhaul, but most of the changes consistently nudge things in a good direction.
iQOO 16 display leaks were true: Samsung's 2K 165Hz panel is official
iQOO and Samsung just teamed up to give the upcoming iQOO 16 a world-first M16 OLED display that's wildly bright, hyper-responsive for gaming, and surprisingly power-efficient.
Reservations Go Live for Valve's Steam Frame VR Headset. An Experiment in Progress?
Reservations are now live for Valve's "Steam Frame" VR headset (with its Linux-based SteamOS and an ARM CPU). "It starts at $1,059 for 256GB or $1,299 for 1TB," reports CNET, "and every purchase includes a copy of Half-Life: Alyx if you don't already own it."…
This one feature convinced me to use the Pixel 11
Once you use Magic Capture, you won't go back to a phone without it.
Carney gambles on the world's biggest investors betting on Canada
In the midst of a trade war with the US, the prime minister leveraged his connections in global finance to invite some of the world's biggest investors to Canada.
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