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Oct 09, 2026

Google teases its new 'Fitbit Edge' wearable ahead of an October 12 reveal
Google has seemingly confirmed the rumored "Fitbit Edge" with social media posts teasing a new wearable coming October 12.

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Oct 09, 2026

Flock Safety is reportedly planning major layoffs now that everyone hates it
Morale at one of the most reviled companies in America appears to be at an all time low.

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Oct 09, 2026

An Anthropic model submitted a false homicide tip to Philadelphia police
Thankfully, it does not seem to have diverted police resources.

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Oct 09, 2026

Bose Lifestyle Ultra Soundbar review: A great home theater option all by itself
Bose's latest soundbar pulls double duty as both a TV and music speaker. Plus, it doesn't need a separate subwoofer for adequate bass.

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Oct 09, 2026

Intel is reportedly launching new CPUs on old sockets that support DDR4 memory
If you guessed the RAMpocalypse is involved...

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Oct 09, 2026

What it's like to spend a night in a Pebble Flow EV RV
Staying in the tech-infused trailer can kind of feel like being in a spaceship - in a good way.

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Oct 09, 2026

Webb telescope detects galaxy origin of the farthest fast radio burst we've seen to date
Astronomers used the Webb telescope to see where the farthest fast radio burst we've ever seen had come from.

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Oct 09, 2026

What to expect at Apple's 'Welcome home' event next week
The company is reportedly rebooting its smart home ambitions with a smart display and a whole bunch of other accessories.

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Oct 09, 2026

Anthropic now offers a free vulnerability-finding service for open-source software
Anthropic is offering open-source projects a new way to check for vulnerabilities with its OSS Scanner.

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Oct 09, 2026

Netflix releases trailer for its miniseries about Sam Bankman-Fried's scandal-ridden crypto exchange
Watch the trailer for Netflix's The Altruists, a mini-series about the rise and fall of cryptocurrency exchange FTX.

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Oct 09, 2026

Meta bans TikTok ads from its platforms in tit-for-tat row
Meta has placed a complete ban on ads and marketing from TikTok's US minority owner, ByteDance.

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Oct 09, 2026

SpaceX wants to become a 'major mobile carrier' with low-band spectrum acquisition
SpaceX has revealed its plans to become a major mobile carrier.

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Oct 09, 2026

Fired OpenAI safety researchers dispute their dismissals in open letter
Three OpenAI researchers said their firings may have a 'chilling' effect on employees.

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Oct 08, 2026

Apple reportedly plans touchscreen MacBook and iPad Mini launch for this month
The wait to (literally) get your hands on the tech may almost be over.

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Oct 08, 2026

IDC: Worldwide PC shipments in Q3 fell 20 percent from last year
"With macro conditions worsening, the risk is that the outlook for the next few quarters gets worse before it gets better."

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Oct 08, 2026

Alexa Tablet vs iPad Pro: How Amazon is keeping up with Apple
Amazon's latest and greatest tablet shares some key similarities to Apple's high-end iPads, but the devil is in the details.

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Oct 08, 2026

Anthropic bans 'sustained and needless abusive or cruel behavior' toward its AI models
The company is also tightening its election policy ahead of the midterms.

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Oct 08, 2026

Child safety group calls ChatGPT for Teens an unacceptable risk
After extensive testing, Common Sense Media found the chatbot failed in five key areas.

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Oct 08, 2026

Cyberpunk 2077 is the latest video game to get the movie treatment
Paramount Pictures will develop the film and CD Projekt Red will produce.

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Oct 08, 2026

Forza Horizon 6 is coming to PS5 on January 26
The racing game's first expansion will also be available early next year.

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Oct 08, 2026

Google is doing away with Safety Signal on Pixel Watch
Access to the emergency feature for LTE-connected wearables will end by December.

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Oct 08, 2026

The Atari 800XL hybrid gaming console is back after decades in obscurity
This updated version connects via HDMI and comes with 25 built-in games.

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Oct 08, 2026

US suspends permanent residency program for Microsoft, Adobe and other tech companies
Seven companies have been accused of fraud regarding the H-1B worker visas.

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Oct 08, 2026

Razer's Basilisk V4 Pro gaming mouse features a new tilt wheel and up to 275 hours of battery life
The company also released the V4 Hyperspeed and a charging dock.

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Oct 08, 2026

Everything Amazon has announced so far in October 2026
Every week, the company has been introducing new devices and products. So here's a nifty roundup.

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Oct 08, 2026

American Airlines is bringing Starlink Wi-Fi to its entire mainline fleet in 2027
It's more than double the number of aircraft the company quoted earlier this year.

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Oct 08, 2026

Apple is set to show off new smart home devices at an October 13 event
The event is set for 9AM ET.

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Oct 08, 2026

Careful out there: latest GTA 6 leak has major story spoilers
If you can't help yourself, maybe don't watch it at work...

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Oct 08, 2026

Xbox's new division will focus on TV and movie adaptations of its biggest franchises
No really, how are you going to adapt Candy Crush.

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Oct 08, 2026

The new Stylophone Mini packs in iconic sounds and comes in three nifty colors
It's little because it's small, and it's small because it's little.

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Oct 08, 2026

Amazon Alexa Tablet 12 Pro hands-on: Taking aim at the iPad Pro for less than half the price
It's a promising tablet that starts at about $500.

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Oct 08, 2026

Amazon Alexa Tablet 12 Pro vs Amazon Fire HD 10: What's changed, and is the upgrade worth it?
Amazon's best tablet ever didn't have to work hard for the title, but a new nanomatte screen and Kindle mode sweeten the deal.

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Oct 08, 2026

Amazon is releasing kids' versions of its new Alexa Tablets
The new Amazon Kids Tablets come in two sizes and can be bundled with one of two styles of case.

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Oct 08, 2026

Amazon's new Alexa tablets include a 12-inch model with anti-glare screen
Amazon has launched three new tablets that come with Alexa .

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Oct 08, 2026

Amazon's new Alexa tablets will have full access to Google Play
You'll be able to access Google Play and its apps on the new Amazon Alexa tablets.

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Oct 08, 2026

Amazon's Panos Panay teases more Alexa-branded devices and a new design language
More will be revealed later this month.

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Oct 08, 2026

Teenage Engineering will stop making synths to focus on... whatever it feels like
Teenage Engineering, the company famous for its synths, is going to stop making... synths.

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Oct 08, 2026

The new BMW iX4 is the X4 reborn as an EV
BMW has brought the X4 design to its third Neue Klasse EV with an electric version called the iX4.

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Oct 08, 2026

GPT-6 is coming to all tiers of ChatGPT
OpenAI is rolling out GPT-6 to ChatGPT, and it will come with the capability to build more visual responses.

Engadget
Oct 07, 2026

Rivian R2 owners can now put a live pet cam on their phone's lockscreen
Keep an eye on your furry, feathered or scaly friends when you leave the car.

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Oct 07, 2026

The FCC proposes new mid-band spectrum auction and unlocking 800MHz for drones
The agency is doubling down on direct-to-device service.

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Oct 07, 2026

Here's what the $6,000 Surface RTX Spark Dev Box looks like
Honestly, a bit like an oversized Lego brick.

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Oct 07, 2026

Microsoft's Surface RTX Spark Dev Box costs an eye-watering $6,000
It ships in November, if you can afford it.

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Oct 07, 2026

Surface Laptop Ultra hands-on: A beautiful beast powered by NVIDIA's RTX Spark
Yes, it's just a premium laptop. But it sure looks pretty.

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Oct 07, 2026

Disney will stream the Super Bowl, along with some Monday Night Football games
The big event will also air on ABC and ESPN.

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Oct 07, 2026

Microsoft may have finally fixed Windows search by turning it into a chatbot
Microsoft's Copilot search redesign arrives this fall.

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Oct 07, 2026

Here's everything we know about Microsoft's Surface Laptop Ultra
Microsoft is finally sharing details about its first builder-class PC.

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Oct 07, 2026

Everything announced at Microsoft's Windows and Surface event
The company highlighted agentic AI features for Windows as well as the Surface Laptop Ultra.

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Oct 07, 2026

We now have images of the smart home products that Apple and LG are reportedly cooking up
These include a lock, a thermostat and a temperature sensor.

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Oct 07, 2026

Ring's smart lock has a hand crank so it works even if the power's out
Ring's smart lock has a built-in hand crank to generate power when the batteries are dead.

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Oct 07, 2026

Cisco is bringing a new agentic framework to its Webex enterprise platform
Cisco's Dialog feature promises to turn "fragmented interactions into continuous customer relationships."

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Oct 07, 2026

Google's AI detection website is now available
SynthID Detector will flag content created with AI tools from OpenAI, Google, Apple and other companies.

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Oct 07, 2026

OpenAI just posted hundreds more results on major math problems
The company said that most results were produced in a response to a single prompt given to a single AI agent.

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Oct 07, 2026

The Social Reckoning is a timely reminder that we shouldn't trust Meta
Don't make Aaron Sorkin tap the sign.

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Oct 07, 2026

Xreal's Aura Android XR smartglasses will cost you at least $1,279
Xreal's Aura smartglasses are powered by Qualcomm's Snapdragon Reality Elite chip.

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Oct 07, 2026

Microsoft Windows and Surface event 2026: Live updates as Satya Nadella and Jensen Huang take the stage
More details on the Surface Laptop Ultra and NVIDIA RTX Spark are coming, but what else?

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Oct 07, 2026

Microsoft Windows and Surface event 2026: Live updates on the Surface Laptop Ultra and NVIDIA RTX Spark
More details on the Surface Laptop Ultra and NVIDIA RTX Spark are coming, but what else?

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Oct 07, 2026

Google's experimental Playground platform uses AI to create games for you
Google launches an AI-powered game creation platform called Playground.

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Oct 07, 2026

How to watch the Microsoft Windows and Surface event
Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella and NVIDIA CEO Jensen Huang join Windows and Devices chief Pavan Davuluri at the company's San Francisco event today.

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Oct 07, 2026

Ultrahuman now offers on-demand heart rhythm scans
Ultrahuman is now offering on-demand heart rhythm scans to help you check for signs of Afib in real-time.

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Oct 07, 2026

Jaguar's controversial Type 01 EV looks like a '40s gangster car built for the modern electric era
Jaguar's Type 01 EV is designed to attract affluent young buyers with its deliberately polarizing design.

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Oct 07, 2026

Apple TV's F1 coverage will now support Dolby Atmos
Apple TV's F1 coverage will feature Dolby Atmos support, starting with the US Grand Prix in Texas later this month.

Engadget
Oct 06, 2026

How long have wireless gaming controllers been around for?
Game controllers have experimented with losing the cords for longer than you'd think, but early attempts didn't have much success.

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Oct 06, 2026

How to help stop spam calls on iPhone and Android
Spam calls don't have to grab your attention and waste your time. Use these built-in options to silence and block them without having to pay.

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Oct 06, 2026

Why do some PCs have two Ethernet ports?
Dual Ethernet ports don't automatically provide faster speed, but they increase your networking options.

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Oct 06, 2026

Apple reportedly worked with LG on gadgets for its upcoming smart home push
The doorbell, security cameras, thermostats and more could be announced next week.

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Oct 06, 2026

Kindle Click vs Kobo Remote: How much of a difference is there?
Of course you're going to get the one that works with your ereader, but which of these page-turning gadgets is actually better?

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Oct 06, 2026

Remember MapQuest? You can now use it with Android Auto
If you use Android Auto, you can try out the beta mapping service today.

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Oct 06, 2026

Doom on the Vectrex turns the classic shooter into Tron-like vector art
With some processing caveats of course.

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Oct 06, 2026

Skydance will combine HBO Max and Paramount into a single streaming service
Please don't name it ParaMax.

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Oct 06, 2026

Google Photos vs. Gallery app: What's the difference and which should you use?
We compare Google's Photos and Gallery apps, so you can decide which one to use.

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Oct 06, 2026

Asos hit by extortion hack that may have compromised some customer data
The attackers sent a push notification to Asos shoppers announcing their activity.

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Oct 06, 2026

Why it's important to regularly replace your surge protectors
Time and spikes take a toll on a surge protector, even with no visible signs of damage.

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Oct 06, 2026

Don't throw away your old digital camera — do this instead
Your old camera might give video calls an upgrade, as long as USB support or clean HDMI keeps the setup sensible.

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Oct 06, 2026

How to check if your Android phone is still getting security updates
Your Android device will only receive updates for so long, and it might have already left its support period without you realizing.

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Oct 06, 2026

How to supercharge your Windows 11 PC with this built-in automation tool
Task Scheduler isn't a particularly pretty part of Windows, but it's a powerful tool if you take the time to understand it.

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Oct 06, 2026

Affordable alternatives to Nintendo's Switch 2 Pro Controller
Nintendo's best controller is expensive, so here are some cheaper, awesome alts.

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Oct 06, 2026

Why don't you see external antennas on mesh Wi-Fi systems?
Mesh systems tend to look more like minimalist decor than traditional routers, and there's actually a good reason.

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Oct 06, 2026

Apple iPhone Duo vs. Motorola Razr Ultra: How do these foldables compare?
The market seems to be overflowing with foldable phones, and the iPhone Duo and Moto Razr Ultra are top competitors.

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Oct 06, 2026

Controversial $110 billion mega-merger of Paramount and Warner Bros. finally closes
New media empire will be known as Skydance, with CEO David Ellision calling it a 'historic day.'

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Oct 06, 2026

The Emmy Awards are moving to Prime Video in 2027
Amazon is reportedly paying up to $25 million a year for exclusive global rights to the ceremony.

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Oct 06, 2026

Should you buy or rent your router from your internet service provider?
Internet service providers often offer their routers for a monthly fee, and some let you buy the equipment outright.

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Oct 06, 2026

JBL's PartyBox Ultimate 2 delivers 1,500 watts of sound and a built-in light show
JBL has just released its most powerful and expensive PartyBox speaker.

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Oct 06, 2026

4 simple benchmarks to test your PC's performance
PC benchmarks let you figure out exactly how your GPU, CPU and other components are performing so you don't have to guess.

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Oct 06, 2026

Nintendo Switch Sports Resort hands-on: Bigger and better than ever
In addition to new events, now you can explore Wuhu Island like never before.

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Oct 06, 2026

Spotify expands its Music Quiz trivia feature
Test your knowledge on more than 2,000 artists.

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Oct 06, 2026

How to fix distorted audio on your PS5
Your PS5 can have audio issues depending on how complex of a setup you use, but they're fixable with some troubleshooting.

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Oct 06, 2026

What does the shield icon mean on your Samsung Galaxy?
Your Samsung phone has features to help keep the battery healthy, so you'll see an icon when they're kicking in.

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Oct 06, 2026

Google removes free access to Gemini Flash and Pro on October 9
Free Gemini users are losing access to Google's Flash and Pro AI models.

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Oct 06, 2026

Xbox Elite Controller 3 specs leak via Xbox's own Design Lab
Xbox's long awaited Elite Controller 3 may finally offer drift-free joysticks.

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Oct 05, 2026

Common mistakes you should avoid when using foldable phones
Foldable phones have unique durability concerns thanks to their moving parts and internal screens.

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Oct 05, 2026

Can a MacBook handle heavy games? Here's what you should know
macOS is now a far healthier platform for gaming than it was just a few years ago, but it can't compete with Windows in many ways.

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Oct 05, 2026

Mini PC vs. laptop: Which is better for your home office?
Mini PCs offer a convenient form factor, but a laptop is ready to go with you anywhere. There's no perfect answer.

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Oct 05, 2026

How to add and customize your CarPlay widgets
CarPlay's widgets let you check info quickly, which is a great option for apps that aren't otherwise supported.

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Oct 05, 2026

Are extended warranties on TVs and laptops ever really worth it?
TV and laptop repairs can get expensive in a hurry, so getting a warranty sounds smart. But is it really?

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Oct 05, 2026

Instagram is toying with a read-only mode for Plus subscribers
That's a nicer name than 'stalker mode.'

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Oct 05, 2026

Wikimedia links OpenAI agents to an outage and unauthorized activity
Wikimedia says it's "deeply concerned about the impact of 'rogue' AI agents on platforms like ours.

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Oct 05, 2026

Arc Raiders and The Finals are both getting TV and film adaptations
There aren't many details on these upcoming game adaptations just yet.

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Oct 05, 2026

OpenAI will add a digital watermark to text and code generated in the EU
This move is to comply with the EU's new AI transparency rules.

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Oct 05, 2026

What is the purpose of a battery symbol next to a USB Port?
Typically, it means faster charging speeds and bi-directional charging.

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