Atlassian Quietly Enables Default Data Collection to Train AI Models
Atlassian has updated its settings to enable data collection from user activity by default, with the data intended to train the company's AI features. The opt-out-rather-than-opt-in approach has drawn criticism from priv...
Huawei Pura X Max Becomes World's First Wide-Style Foldable Phone
Huawei has launched the Pura X Max in China, a passport-style wide foldable smartphone that beats both Apple and Samsung to market with this form factor. The device sets a new benchmark ahead of similar foldables expecte...
Chinese Tech Workers Resist Being Made to Train AI Systems to Replace Them
Tech workers in China are facing employer pressure to train AI agents modeled on themselves, sparking a backlash among workers who fear self-engineered redundancy. MIT Technology Review reports that a viral spoof GitHub ...
NASA Releases Official Artemis Program Poster Gallery
NASA has published a gallery of official posters for its Artemis lunar program, highlighting the missions and vision behind humanity's return to the Moon. The artwork series has attracted attention on Hacker News for its...
DJI Power 1000 Mini Reviewed: Compact Power Station for Off-Grid Use
DJI's Power 1000 Mini is a compact portable power station aimed at users who need reliable off-grid energy in a small package. The Verge review highlights its suitability for van life and other space-constrained applicat...
WebUSB Extension Brings USB Device Access to Firefox
A new open-source browser extension called awawausb brings WebUSB functionality to Firefox, which unlike Chrome does not natively support the API. The project has attracted attention from hardware hackers and web develop...
Bose QuietComfort Ultra 2 Headphones Drop $50 in Rare Discount
The Bose QuietComfort Ultra 2, praised by Wired as offering the best active noise cancellation currently available, are on sale at $50 off their regular price. The headphones seldom see price reductions, making the deal ...
HEVC Licensing Complexity Explained as Dell and HP Drop Codec Support
A detailed explainer examines why HEVC/H.265 licensing fees and royalty disputes have led vendors like Dell and HP to quietly remove support for the codec. The fragmented patent landscape makes it difficult for manufactu...
Zuckerberg and Dorsey Envision AI as a Tool for Pervasive Management Control
Mark Zuckerberg and Jack Dorsey have each articulated visions for using AI to extend managerial reach across their organizations, though with differing approaches. Wired reports both models share a common thread: heighte...
Critics Label Palantir's AI Military Vision 'Technofascism'
Palantir CEO Alexander Karp's book The Technological Republic advocates for Western 'hard power built on software,' drawing sharp criticism from observers who accuse the company of promoting an AI-driven war doctrine. Cr...
Magnitude 7.4 Earthquake Strikes Off Coast of Japan Near Miyako
A powerful magnitude 7.4 earthquake struck approximately 100 km east-northeast of Miyako, Japan, according to USGS data. The event prompted significant online discussion about tsunami risk and regional impact....
NSA Reportedly Using Anthropic's Mythos AI Despite Pentagon Blacklist
The NSA has been using Anthropic's Mythos AI system despite the tool appearing on a Pentagon blacklist, according to Axios. The report raises questions about inter-agency compliance with AI procurement restrictions and o...
Colossal Biosciences Claims to Have Cloned Red Wolves, Raising Scientific Questions
Colossal Biosciences has announced it cloned red wolves, a critically endangered species, in what would be a landmark conservation achievement. MIT Technology Review investigates the claim through on-the-ground reporting...
How China Spied on Olympic Figure Skater Alysa Liu and Her Father
Wired details how a Chinese operative stalked the father of figure skater Alysa Liu and surveilled other US residents considered dissidents by Beijing, years before Liu rose to Olympic prominence. The case is part of a b...
China's 'Good-Enough' Chips Are Reshaping the Global Semiconductor Economy
US export restrictions on advanced chips have accelerated China's drive to build its own semiconductor ecosystem. While China still trails at the cutting edge, its lower-tier chip technology is increasingly powering a si...
Wired Ranks the Best Hybrid Mattresses for Couples and Back Pain in 2026
Wired has published its 2026 guide to the best hybrid mattresses, which combine foam and spring layers to balance softness and support. The guide covers options tailored for couples, back pain sufferers, and other specif...
GoPro Mission 1 Cameras Start at $599, Targeting Professionals Over Casual Users
GoPro's new Mission 1 and Mission 1 Pro action cameras are priced at $599.99 and $699.99 respectively, with $100 discounts available via a subscription. The premium pricing positions the lineup for professional filmmaker...
Study Links Loneliness in Old Age to Memory Lapses, Not Just Cognitive Speed
A new longitudinal study finds that loneliness in older adults is more strongly associated with declines in immediate and delayed recall than with the overall speed of cognitive decline. The findings suggest loneliness m...
Investigation Exposes GitHub's Thriving Fake Star Economy
An investigation reveals a widespread market for purchasing fake GitHub stars, used by developers and companies to artificially inflate the perceived popularity of repositories. The practice distorts open-source credibil...
Trump Presidency Faces Mounting Insider Trading Suspicions
A BBC investigation highlights insider trading suspicions surrounding the Trump presidency, drawing significant attention on Hacker News. The article examines concerns about potential conflicts of interest and market-mov...