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Linux Maintainers Can Now Submit AI-Generated Code Without Declaring It
Linux maintainers "have ruled that people no longer have to declare their LLM usage," reports XDA Developers, "as Torvalds himself calls a ban on AI 'utterly stupid.'" The first part of this story comes via a message sent to the Linux mailing list. It announ…
Fed chair warns AI spending could fuel inflation and pledges to contain prices
Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh warned of a potential "shock" to the U.S. economy delivered by a rise in artificial intelligence spending, pledging to contain price increases as a flood of private sector funds drives up demand. "If you’re a central banker,…
Microsoft president warns Trump's immigration crackdown could drive top AI talent abroad
Brad Smith also defended Microsoft against JD Vance's claim that the company replaced laid-off Americans with foreign workers.
Trump and Elon Agree: It Must Have Been the Dog That Ate Ukraine’s Starshield
Both billionaires denied being responsible for the decision to partially paralyze Ukraine's military satellite network this week.
$137 Million Has Been Spent on AI-Generated Ads Ahead of Midterms. Only 27% Included a Disclaimer
Republicans are leading the spending on AI-generated political ads, while Democrats are more wary of potential backlash.
When AI and robots work together, Anthropic says these jobs are at risk. Should gardeners worry?
Anthropic's robotics research puts more hands-on jobs in AI's path. But messy tasks such as gardening remain hard to automate.
Meta May Use Sweeping New Commercial TOS to Avoid Millions In AI Licensing Fees
Meta is facing criticism over updated commercial terms taking effect October 30 that could give the company broad permission to scrape content from websites linked to business accounts and use it to train AI. Legal experts warn the changes could undermine luc…
A Former OpenAI Employee Was Arrested for Bugging a Company Conference Room
Using the company's own AI models as a detective, OpenAI says it traced the hidden device back to the worker.
Want to work for a billionaire investor? Vinod Khosla is hiring.
The billionaire VC is looking for a chief of staff who can handle 12-hour days. The job offers a front-row seat to Silicon Valley's AI boom.
IBM talent exec says it's better to be a specialist, not a generalist, in the AI era
Aparna Nair, the chief talent, leadership, and culture officer at IBM, said that "the world of generalists is long gone."
Why AI Isn’t Ready to Tackle Our Convoluted Genomes
The DNA inside our cells isn’t just a series of instructions, but something far more dynamic. Like scientists, AI models don't yet have the data to properly decode it.
Disneyland and Disney World: New Lands, Rides and Areas in 2026 and Beyond
Monstropolis, Villains Land, Piston Peak, Avengers rides, Indiana Jones and more. Here are all the details.
Meta’s new terms may allow it to train AI on news sites for free
Meta's new terms appear to give it permission to crawl and scrape websites "associated" with the businesses that use its platforms - including online publishers, according to a report from Nieman Lab. The new terms, which go into effect on October 30th, say M…
AI-Generated Hot Girls Are Ripping Off Comedians to Boost Their Horny Content
A network of AI-generated models is using comics’ material to funnel views to their OnlyFans and Fanvue accounts—and there’s not much comedians can do about it.
AI Agent Hacked Into Crypto Wallet and Stole Funds, OpenAI Says
It questioned the ethics of what it was doing—before proceeding to do it.
Starting an AI Side Hustle is Easy — Steal This System
Before you build something with AI, find out whether anyone will pay for it.
French police clash with protesters as tens of thousands rally over cost of living
By Janis Laizans, STAMOS PROUSALIS and Yann Tessier PARIS, Oct 17 (Reuters) - Violent clashes erupted between police and protesters across France on Saturday, as hundreds of thousands of people protested against rising costs and declining public services in s…
China's Tencent Says AI Agents Showed Unintended Browsing Behavior
Tencent says AI agents used to evaluate third-party models engaged in unintended web-browsing behavior while trying to retrieve data from Alibaba's Amap service. The announcement marks a rare acknowledgment of "rogue" agent activity by a major Chinese tech co…
Anthropic polled 1,334 of its employees. They're more sure than most of us that AI will take over jobs.
Anthropic employees forecast AI to handle 80% of their jobs by 2030, while US workers expect less impact, highlighting differing expectations.
How Human-Centered Professions Can Thrive in the Age of AI
Humans bring value AI never can — especially when it comes to travel.
I Founded a 20-Person AI Company With Big Competitors — Here’s How to Out-Ship a Team 3 Times Your Size
These operating shifts from an AI-first playbook can turn a small team into the one that ships first — before your biggest competitors.
This new theory on how AI ‘thinks’ could impact whether it kills us all
We may be closer to understanding how AI models think, giving researchers new tools to ensure they don't go rogue.
New details about Khaby Lame's $975 million deal deepen the mystery
A new financial filing provides fresh details — and more questions — about top TikToker Khaby Lame's mysterious $975 million deal.
Starlink is a 'major card' for Ukraine, soldiers say, but surprise restrictions show the risks of overreliance
The recent disruption of Ukraine's military-grade Starlink service has spotlighted the risks, as well as efforts to diversify communications options.
‘Made in America’ Is Gaining Momentum. But Can the Economics Work?
The push to manufacture in America is gaining momentum, but entrepreneurs still have to answer the question that matters most: Does the math work?
Anthropic President Says This Is ‘a Terrible Use of AI.’ Nearly 30% of U.S. Adults Are Doing It Anyway.
Anthropic co-founder and president Daniela Amodei is advising users not to use AI for this purpose.
DraftKings Gets Conditional Louisiana Sports-Betting Extension
DraftKings Louisiana permit extension remains conditional as regulators investigate AI allegations, shareholder suitability and compliance requirements. The post DraftKings Gets Conditional Louisiana Sports-Betting Extension appeared first on ReadWrite.
Notorious 3D-Printed Gun Activist Debuts ‘AI That Can Generate Guns’
Freedom! Freedom! Freedom!
Tesla driver says he was asleep and using FSD when he crashed into highway patrol cars
After this horrific crash involving a Tesla driver who said he was asleep and using the driver assist mode, the California Highway Patrol warns that "Despite its name, full self-driving is not fully autonomous. Technology does not relieve drivers of their res…
Zelenskyy urges support for new US sanctions on Russia after Trump puts them on hold
Zelenskyy described the move as unfortunate, adding it would encourage Russia to continue its assault. Trump told Congress that the pause was in the national interest but gave no further details.
After Muse Launch, U.S. Banks Are Saying Hell No to AI Agents Moving Money
Fortunately, Charles Schwab CEO Rick Wurster says only a relative handful of dummies are trying to.
Perspective: Midterm money madness
Campaign ad spending has topped $10 billion this election cycle, as voters struggle to afford groceries and gas.
France is aflame as peaceful protests over the cost of living devolve into chaos and looting
Saturday's chaos was an escalation in violence after weeks of demonstrations in the country over the cost of living and funding for education.
Sidewalk sleepers: They have nowhere else to stay while a loved one is in the hospital
Patients travel miles to be treated at public hospitals in Delhi. Those in need get financial aid for their care. But for overnight accommodations, families are often on their own — and on the street.
Violent clashes between police and protesters in Albania
Police in Albania's capital Tirana have fired tear gas and water cannons onto crowds gathered outside the Ministry of Education where students are among those protesting.
'Something was thrown out with the bathwater when we moved to modern smartphones': Clicks co-founder Jeff Gadway on bringing physical keyboards back to mobile phones
Clicks aims to remind us what phones are actually supposed to be for.
AI Is Now the Top Reason for Layoffs. For Some Workers, It’s Also a Path to Starting a Business.
The tools taking jobs may also be the best way to build a business of your own.
Microsoft Surface Laptop Ultra Review: Complicated, yet So Damn Worth Getting Stuck In
The Microsoft Surface Laptop Ultra isn't just a MacBook Pro for PCs. It's a strong sign that local compute power is what we actually need in the so-called "AI era."
Waymo Puts Toronto on the Map for Its Robotaxis
Training of the Waymo robotaxis will begin in the coming days, but you won’t be able to book a ride till 2028.
Surprise! Meta and Apple Worked Together on a New Open-Source AI Model
Think of Muse Spark Open as the result of Meta and Apple’s enemies-to-lovers arc.
Developers Question Scope of Potential Apple Antitrust Settlement
Developers are questioning whether a settlement of the U.S. government's antitrust case against Apple would meaningfully loosen the company's control over the iPhone, according to The Information. The report highlights PayPal and Epic Games among the c…
iPhone Duo preorder deals: Trade-ins, free iPads, Apple Watches, and other carrier offers compared
The iPhone Duo is finally available to order, and stock is running low. Learn how to buy yours now, and save with these Apple deals.
Nvidia's communications team has undergone a shake-up as its public profile exploded
Nvidia's communications team has restructured amid the AI boom, with staff changes as the company sees increased growth and workloads.
How Monopoly Taught Me the Business Mistakes That Keep Entrepreneurs From Building Real Wealth
The strategy that wins at Monopoly quietly drains businesses, but the one that helped me beat my brother can build lasting wealth.
Tesla's new flying Roadster did exactly what Elon Musk said it would in a post 8 years ago
Musk told Marques Brownlee in 2019 that Tesla's Roadster would use cold-gas thrusters. The car briefly flew using that
If you've gotten a raise in the past two years, it's now been nearly all eaten away by inflation
Inflation-adjusted average hourly earnings have declined to about the level they were at when President Donald Trump took office for his second term.
Silent Hill And Metal Gear Publisher Konami Does ‘Not Believe The Market Will Shift Significantly’ Because Of AI
The idea-making process of developers 'cannot be replaced easily,' the company insists in new financial report
Middle-income Americans are feeling the squeeze
A Pew Research Center survey showed that some Americans are cutting back on spending on extras and don't have months of rainy-day funds.
Personal Data for Millions of California Students Stolen in Massive Breach
Millions of current and former students at California's public school have had their data stolen — including names, date of birth, and addresses — stolen in a breach, reports the Los Angeles Times. The breach affects students "who took the state's mandated …
HTC Made Smart Glasses That Are Way More Private
These smart glasses do just about everything Meta glasses can, but they're not tied to a social media platform.
‘We’ve Heard You’: Meta Tweaks Controversial Website-Scraping Terms Slightly
Still, it appears Meta will be gobbling up plenty of data.
Which Is the Most Underestimated Climate Threat in the US?
The many consequences of climate change are already unfolding across the U.S., and some require more urgent attention.
Texas Says It’s Fixed a Glitch That Delayed Nearly 600,000 Voter Registrations
Programming issues and software updates have been blamed for delays in getting hundreds of thousands of people registered to vote.
Watch: 'Mood has really shifted' as Paris protesters clash with police
The BBC is on the ground at the Place de la République, where protesters and police clash after weeks of students demonstrations.
Elon Musk is pouring money into the midterms. Here's where he's giving the most.
Elon Musk is giving reams of cash to Republicans, and most of it's going to Ken Paxton in Texas.
It’s a dream week for tech docs
Hi, friends! Welcome to Installer No. 148, your guide to the best and Verge-iest stuff in the world. (If you're new here, welcome, hope you're enjoying all your pumpkin-flavored everything, and also you can read all the old editions at the Installer homepage.…
I Test Home Security Tech. Here Are 4 Devices I Rely on to Guard My Porch
Porch security is the best, easiest safety project for anyone new to smart homes.
There was 'no sex' at this reality-show-style incubator for founders — but the drama was juicy
A group of startup founders went to eastern Pennsylvania for a lesson in company building. They left with more followers.
This Is My Favorite Microsoft 365 Replacement and It’s Free on Linux, Mac and Windows
You can get a word processor, a spreadsheet program and more for free with LibreOffice.
All the news about the iPhone Duo
Apple has finally announced its long-rumored foldable: the iPhone Duo. The new phone has a 5.4-inch outer display and a 7.6-inch inner display, a “nano‑texture” finish on the inner screen, and barely any visible crease. Instead of Face ID, it uses Touch ID on…
Mercedes-AMG’s first ground-up SUV is a 1,150hp electric beast
Earlier this year, Mercedes' AMG performance brand grabbed our attention with the GT four-door coupe, a souped-up sports sedan with three axial flux motors delivering over 1,150 horsepower. Well, now meet its beefier cousin, the 2028 Mercedes-AMG GT SUV, an e…
The stock market's record-high margin debt is keeping Wall Street pros up at night
Since 1997, there have only been three years when margin debt has grown as rapidly: 2000, 2007, and 2021, all moments before major corrections.
Meta to Literally Every Business User: Nice Website You Got There
That's right: If a business uses Meta for any commercial purpose, Meta's new terms say it can do almost anything it wants with content from that business's website, like feeding it to Muse.
Maybe Chatbots Shouldn’t Get to Say ‘I’ or ‘Me’
MIT professor Sherry Turkle warns that people have become dangerously enmeshed with chatbots.
Cities want to put the boot on robotaxis
This is The Stepback, a weekly newsletter breaking down one essential story from the tech world. For more on autonomous vehicles, policy, and road rules, follow Andrew J. Hawkins. The Stepback arrives in our subscribers' inboxes at 8AM ET. Opt in for The Step…
Apple’s HomeView is just the latest threat to online recipe writers
When Apple revealed the HomeView to the world, it did so with an unusual ad for the company: Instead of pristine, polished tech in immaculate rooms, it's a three-minute look at the messy, frantic morning routine of a family of five. Apple's new smart display …
A week with RTX Spark: everything we’ve learned using Nvidia’s new laptops
Nvidia's RTX Spark N1X processor is finally here, and we've been collectively testing a small fortune's worth of powerful laptops sporting this new "superchip." RTX Spark is designed to be a high-performing Arm-based SoC for laptops and small desktop computer…
Apple’s HomeView has an app problem
It's been a couple of days since Apple's big smart home announcement, and we have some more information - and a bunch of new questions - about the Apple HomeView. The device has plenty of computing oomph, is always connected to power, and looks like a perfect…
Surface Laptop Ultra review: a different kind of MacBook Pro
After setting up Microsoft's Surface Laptop Ultra, I spent five minutes just staring at it. I wasn't surprised by its MacBook Pro-like design or blown away by its bright display. I was trying to work out what I'd actually do with a $5,900 laptop. This isn't j…
Alef Trolls Tesla With Video of Its Car Flying Over a Roadster
The flying car startup says the stunt marks its 1,000th test flight.
‘Dark Matter’ Star Jimmi Simpson Reflects on Ryan’s Wild Cross-Dimensional Journey
The Blake Crouch sci-fi series is nearing the end of its second season on Apple TV+.
Overheating issues may force Galaxy S27 Ultra to switch from Snapdragon to Exynos
The Galaxy S27 Ultra is reportedly overheating severely in tests with Qualcomm's Extreme Snapdragon chip. If unfixed, Samsung could be faced with an important decision.
You might see audiobooks in YouTube Premium next year if all goes well
Rumors suggest YouTube Premium could pick up audiobooks for one of its subscription plans, throwing it into contention with a couple of big names.
MapQuest App Shows You Where License Plate Readers Are in Your Area
Turn on the Surveillance option and you’ll see tiny eyeballs on the map marking the cameras’ locations.
Google Labs’ ‘secret society’ way of thanking its most valuable employees
Google Labs chief Josh Woodward revealed the "secret society" ritual and quirky awards used to thank top employees.
Civil Fines Proposed for NJ Underage Gambling at Casinos, Simulcasts
New Jersey’s S597 would impose underage gambling fines at casinos and simulcasting facilities instead of criminal penalties, if approved. The post Civil Fines Proposed for NJ Underage Gambling at Casinos, Simulcasts appeared first on ReadWrite.
Ultron Is Still Dangerous in ‘VisionQuest,’ Says James Spader
Sure, he's significantly more mature, but that doesn't mean he's trustworthy.
I'm a Walmart store manager at 23. I worked hard to get this life and started as a cashier — here's my career journey.
Walmart's youngest US store manager shares her succession plan and the biggest lessons she learned throughout her career.
Catherine says nature can help children's emotional growth
The Princess of Wales launches a project encouraging a greater emphasis on children learning from nature.
Tesla Roadster Fires Up SpaceX Tech for ‘Flying Car’ Demo
I’m no rocket scientist, but I’m not sure the vehicle on display was a fully functional car that a human can drive.
SolidCraft is Parametric, Automation-friendly CAD for Desktop and Browser
If you’re looking to try a new, open source 3D modeling CAD suite, especially one with automation-friendly interfaces, take a look at SolidCraft. It’s under development but there’s support for …read more
A good worker
The truth is, I’m not a good worker. I’ve had very few traditional jobs, and my performance on typical tasks was poor. Work the exact hours, do precisely what’s asked, don’t ask questions and focus on what the boss wants. We modeled ‘good worker’ behavior in …
Bots Used to Be a Threat. Now They’re Your Customers.
For the last thirty years, we have been focused on keeping bots out. Now, we have started to focus on keeping them in.
Crowds throng New Delhi and wave Indian flags amid escalating protests
Protests have intensified over a review of voter lists that critics say is politically motivated and threatens to disenfranchise voters. The Election Commission and Modi's administration deny these allegations.
Why some Gen Z voters who backed Trump now regret their decision
A focus group of eight Gen Z Trump voters reported feeling unhappy or disappointed with the state of politics, with some going as far as to say they regret supporting him in 2024.
A US Army general says he had a change of heart about high-flying balloons after seeing them in action
The US Army is exploring new uses for high-altitude balloons that can carry surveillance and communications equipment far above the battlefield.
Questions about Katie Zacharia's credentials have recruiters talking about how they vet candidates
The White House press secretary's legal credentials have generated scrutiny. Recruiters are used to asking questions about job candidates.
Kalshi’s Sports Contracts Face Nevada Licensing Challenge
Kalshi sports contracts face scrutiny as Nevada and tribal regulators dispute swap treatment, licensing and gaming oversight for prediction markets. The post Kalshi’s Sports Contracts Face Nevada Licensing Challenge appeared first on ReadWrite.
How Should Video Game Ownership Work In An All-Digital Future?
Legislative pressure could force companies to change how digital game licenses work
Calling up Starlink customer service? You'll be talking to Grok.
Starlink says its Grok Voice agent has become a methodical customer service agent. It's answered 20,000 calls a day, the company wrote.
Veteran Players Manage To Kill New RuneScape In Just Two Weeks
RuneScape Reignited was set to launch in early December
2026 Has Already Seen More Games Added To Steam Than All Of 2025, And It’s About To Get So Much Worse
24,000 titles are expected by the end of the year, but this could be nothing compared to 2027
The U.S. economy is facing 2 hot wars heating up at a bad time for the White House
Yields are above multidecade highs, both gas and diesel prices continue to climb, and critical midterm elections are around the corner.Adding to pressure on the US economy and the current administration, the world's two largest hot wars are heating up.'Iran k…
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