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An MIT study finds that AI-generated images often cannot be traced to individual training images, as larger datasets cause the influence of specific examples to fade.
A security researcher found more than 9 million face photos sitting in an unsecured ClarityCheck database that required no password to access.
UC San Diego researchers have developed inexpensive passive reflective tiles that could help mmWave 5G signals get around walls and other obstacles without requiring power.
Amazon is upgrading eligible Fire TV devices with Alexa Plus at no extra cost, and you do not need a Prime membership to get it.
PlayStation is reportedly overhauling Horizon Hunters Gathering, stripping its live-service model after weak playtests, with staff facing a December deadline.
Hidden code in TikTok's iPhone app hints at a DM payment feature powered by TikTok Pay, the tool already used for TikTok Shop purchases in parts of Asia.
New GTA 6 footage has leaked ahead of Rockstars planned reveal, showing Jason playing basketball, driving and interacting with systems that could add more depth to gameplay.
As countries move to ban teens from social media, Meta pays actors, psychologists, and parenting influencers across more than a dozen countries to argue against blanket ban for teen accounts.
From GTA 6 and Resident Evil Requiem to Wolverine and Phantom Blade Zero, 2026 is shaping up to be one of the best years in gaming yet.
The FCC just banned foreign-made robots that fall short of a 65% domestic component threshold.
A blurry TikTok clip of a fish coming out of a borewell led scientists straight to a brand new species living underground beneath the India-Nepal border. Meet Gangaichthys indonepalicus.
After a month of daily use, the MADE68 Ultra V2 impressed me with its gaming performance and software, but its typing feel ended up being the biggest surprise.
Intel may be preparing a cheaper Panther Lake chip for gaming handhelds, with an 8-core CPU and four Xe3 GPU cores reportedly targeting budget buyers.
Sony still hasn't fixed a PS6 launch date as AI-driven component shortages complicate hardware plans, but the company is increasingly focused on entertainment and IP.
AI can identify locations from holiday photos posted on Instagram and Facebook, giving scammers enough information to create convincing phishing messages about travel and card activity.
Alibabas Qwen has become a massive force in open AI, crossing 3 billion downloads in just six months and leaving some of Silicon Valleys biggest names far behind.
Instagram said it would get tougher on harassment filmed with Metas AI glasses. A month later, plenty of those videos are apparently still slipping through.
Skip the subscriptions this weekend. These three free movies spanning comedy and horror are worth your time.
Looking for something to stream this weekend? This Prime Video lineup covers music, legal drama, and heartfelt comedy, all worth your time.
GM will equip every 2027 Chevrolet, Cadillac and GMC EV with a native NACS port, making Tesla Supercharger and other compatible fast chargers easier to use.
Joi AI claim that after AI-guided masturbation sessions, stress levels reduced by 25% and restlessness trickled down by 19% on average.
Googles new Sheets canvas uses Gemini to transform rows of data into interactive dashboards, trackers, and other visual tools without requiring you to write any code.
Heart Aerospaces enormous X1 demonstrator has completed its first flight, offering an early glimpse at what battery-powered regional air travel could eventually look like.
Darksiders 4 and the next Kingdom Come game are currently planned for Embracer's 2027/28 fiscal year, putting their potential release window between April 2027 and March 2028.
AI agents are taking AI cheating to a new level by completing entire online college courses, from watching lectures and taking quizzes to writing papers and joining discussions.
Caltech researchers built a wearable patch that reads cholesterol and triglyceride levels continuously using sweat without needles or lab visits.
Apple TV has added a collection of classic and popular movies to its streaming library, including films such as Arrival, The Martian, Gone Girl and E.T.
The 2027 Rivian R1S finally offers optional captain's chairs, while the whole R1 lineup gets simplified trims and a fresh Esker Silver paint option.
BYDs new Seal 06 starts at $14,700 as a plug-in hybrid and $16,100 as a full EV, bringing flash charging, long range, and high-end tech to bargain-car pricing.
Google TV Freeplay now offers more than 10,000 movies and TV shows on demand alongside its growing collection of free live channels.
Someone reportedly paid $200 for a mystery Xbox controller on OfferUp, and the apparent Microsoft prototype could be an early Elite Series 3 complete with a tiny built-in display.
Gamers are being targeted for air traffic control jobs because the FAA believes skills such as multitasking, spatial awareness, and problem solving can transfer to the role.
Toyota is recalling 508,354 2025-2026 Camry Hybrids after a digital instrument cluster fault can leave the display blank and hide critical safety information.
YouTube is doubling its watch-time and Shorts-view requirements for new creators seeking ad revenue, making entry into its Partner Program considerably tougher from 2027.
Valves latest SteamOS beta adds gamepad support for handhelds from MSI, Ayaneo, and Konkr while improving compatibility across several OneXPlayer and MSI devices.
Volkswagen's redesigned 2027 Atlas Cross Sport gets a sportier look, a genuinely upscale interior, and a more powerful engine, arriving in showrooms early next year.
A Chinese startup says its brain-computer interface can be placed through a vein in as little as ten minutes, skipping the open-skull surgery Neuralink relies on. The catch is that it hasn't reached human trials yet.
Intel's Arc G3 Extreme delivers class-leading handheld gaming performance, strong efficiency, and a major leap over the company's previous-generation mobile graphics.
A bizarre email security flaw is causing companies to send sensitive information to domains that outsiders can register, as per a new report.
I found three ChatGPT features that made my everyday workflow much easier, and I think youll want to try them too.
These three Hulu limited series, each stacked with twists and strong performances, are worth clearing your weekend for.
This Hulu Weekend Watchlist rounds up three underrated titles, a London romance, a self-acceptance drama, and a time loop comedy, each worth adding to your list.
In an exclusive interview, director Louis Leterrier discusses the inspirations, challenges, and creative vision behind Netflix's sci-fi horror film, The Last House.
Ford's affordable electric truck now has a name: the Fathom, priced at $29,945 with a 300-mile range and deliveries starting sometime in 2027.
This pocket-sized AI translator runs on Google's Gemma model without relying on the cloud. It's a glimpse at how AI could become more private, portable, and practical.
I started talking to ChatGPT out of curiosity. Now my keyboard gets more breaks than I do.
Minecraft arrives natively on Nintendo Switch 2 this October with upgraded lighting, enhanced shadows, a refreshed Mario pack, and an upgrade path for existing Switch owners.
EVgo will deploy hundreds of Tesla V4 Superchargers under a licensing deal, offering 500kW charging, Magic Dock compatibility, and visibility in Tesla's navigation starting this fall.
I thought Gemini Notebook was great already until I tried it on a foldable. Now I don't want to use it any other way.
Geely's new E2 hatchback starts at just $22,490 in Europe, while America's cheapest EVs all sit well above $28,000.

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