How to protect Earth from a deadly asteroid impact
Scientists are developing methods to detect and deflect dangerous asteroids before they reach Earth. NASA's DART mission successfully demonstrated that a spacecraft can alter an asteroid's trajectory by intentionally colliding with it.
Apple wants US approval to buy chips from CXMT as memory prices quadruple
Apple is seeking US government approval to purchase memory chips from ChangXin Memory Technologies, China's largest DRAM manufacturer, which appears on the Pentagon's list of companies with alleged military ties. Memory chip prices have quadrupled, prompting the company to lobby Commerce Department officials and Trump administration members for the exemption.
Apple is reportedly looking to buy chips from a US-blacklisted Chinese company
Apple is seeking permission from the Trump administration to purchase chips from a Chinese company that the US has blacklisted. The company in question has links to the Chinese military, according to Financial Times reporting.
FTC clears Musk to acquire SpaceX alumni startup Mesh, the optical hardware company his data centers need
The FTC approved Elon Musk's acquisition of Mesh Optical Technologies, a startup founded by three former SpaceX engineers. The company manufactures optical transceivers for AI data centers.
Amid Amazon's Robot Surge, Proteus Charts a New Path Forward
Proteus, Amazon's first fully autonomous robot, operates without safety cages or human operators in warehouse settings. The robot moves packages independently to support faster delivery operations.
OpenAI launches a limited preview of GPT-5.6 for a 'small group of trusted partners'
OpenAI released GPT-5.6 to a limited preview group of trusted partners in three model variants. The release includes the company's most powerful model and its most affordable model to date.
Anthropic gets US government's permission to redeploy its Mythos cybersecurity AI model
Anthropic received US government approval to redeploy its Mythos cybersecurity AI model to select organizations. The company is restoring access to Mythos after previously restricting it due to government requirements.
Even the Secret Service won't use company-issued phones
The Secret Service allows agents to use personal cell phones during protective missions rather than company-issued devices. Government-issued phones lack threat detection capabilities, creating security vulnerabilities during critical operations.
iPhone 18: Everything We Know About Apple's Biggest Updates
Apple's upcoming iPhone 18 will feature a foldable design, a variable-aperture camera, and improved battery life. The phones are expected to cost more than current models.
Ford had to rehire 350 engineers after its AI got vehicle quality wrong
Ford rehired 350 experienced engineers after its AI systems failed to meet vehicle quality standards. The automaker's VP of vehicle hardware engineering acknowledged the company mistakenly believed it could replace engineers with AI and still maintain product quality.
Will humans one day talk to animals? This scientist is bringing us closer
Julie Elie won the Coller-Dolittle Prize for her research on zebra finch vocalizations. She studies how these birds communicate through their calls and songs.
NASA Announces Winners for 2026 Human Lander Challenge
University teams developed environmental control and life support systems for crewed lunar landers as part of NASA's 2026 Human Lander Challenge competition. The winning solutions advance technologies that support NASA's Artemis program to return American astronauts to the Moon.
Russian hackers were behind the Jaguar Land Rover attack that cost the British economy two and a half billion dollars
A cyberattack beginning August 31, 2025, shut down Jaguar Land Rover production for nearly six weeks and cost the British economy 2.5 billion dollars. Russian hackers were identified as responsible for the breach according to a New York Times investigation.
NASA Tests New Refuel Device for Future In-Space Refueling Missions
NASA tested a new refueling device designed to enable spacecraft to refuel in Earth orbit before deep space missions. The device functions as a specialized nozzle that allows future spacecraft to receive fuel prior to departure on extended solar system exploration.
OpenAI limits GPT-5.6 rollout after government request, says restrictions shouldn’t be the norm
OpenAI limited GPT-5.6's rollout following a government request, stating the company does not want such access processes to become standard practice. The company argued that government restrictions prevent users, developers, enterprises, cyber defenders, and international partners from accessing their most capable tools.
Why everyone from OpenAI to SpaceX is building their own chips (and turning up the heat on Nvidia)
Multiple tech companies including OpenAI, Google, Apple, and SpaceX are developing custom AI chips to reduce reliance on Nvidia. OpenAI partnered with Broadcom to create Jalapeño, a custom inference chip designed to decrease dependence on a single supplier.
Russian hackers were behind $2.5B hack of Jaguar Land Rover: Report
Russian hackers conducted a 2.5 billion dollar cyber attack on Jaguar Land Rover last year, making it one of the most costly hacks in recent years. The attack caused significant disruption and damage to the automotive company's operations.
Tesla settles FSD crash lawsuit as federal investigations continue
Tesla settled a lawsuit stemming from a fatal 2023 crash involving its Full Self-Driving system. Federal investigations into the advanced driver assistance system remain ongoing.
What happens at the edge of a black hole? Astronomers may be close to finding out
Astronomers may detect a new type of gravitational wave that could reveal conditions near black hole event horizons. This discovery would involve observing gravitational waves with frequencies and patterns distinct from previously detected types.
Ancient Roman scrolls destroyed by Mount Vesuvius digitally unrolled in full for first time
Researchers have digitally unrolled ancient Roman scrolls destroyed by Mount Vesuvius's 79 C.E. eruption using advanced imaging technology. The scrolls, which were buried in Herculaneum, are now readable in their entirety for the first time since the disaster nearly two thousand years ago.
ZTE and Tianyi Digital Life jointly unveil flagship home AI router
ZTE and Tianyi Digital Life launched a home AI router with 2000 Mbps Wi-Fi 7 capability designed for China Telecom's "Better Home" ecosystem. The device integrates AI-driven connection, sensing, and control functions for residential use.
YouTube Shorts are getting even shorter with an update that lets you double the playback speed
YouTube Shorts can now be played at double speed, up to 2x playback velocity. Users can adjust playback speed through a new speed control option in the player interface.
Polestar has been muscled out of the US market
Polestar ceased US operations after failing to achieve competitive sales volumes in the American market. The Swedish electric vehicle brand cited weak demand and difficult market conditions as factors in its decision to exit.
RAMageddon just got extremely real
RAM chip prices have fallen sharply due to market oversupply, prompting major manufacturers to cut production. Consumers may see cheaper laptops and phones while semiconductor makers face significant losses from their previous high-price bets.
Instagram wants to monopolize your attention
Instagram is prioritizing algorithmic recommendations and content from unfollowed accounts over posts from friends to increase user engagement. The platform is deliberately adjusting its feed algorithm to keep users scrolling longer on the application.
Score a discounted Xbox console before the prices jump
Xbox console prices are currently discounted ahead of an anticipated price increase. Shoppers need to purchase quickly to secure the lower prices before inventory runs out.
Microsoft adds another year to Windows 10 extended update program
Microsoft extended Windows 10 support by one year to October 2025, pushing the final deadline back from October 2024. Approximately 25 percent of PCs worldwide still run Windows 10, making the extension necessary to give more users time to upgrade to Windows 11.
Patronus AI lands $50M to build ‘digital worlds’ that stress-test AI agents
Patronus AI created virtual environments designed to stress-test AI agents, securing $50 million in funding. Ex-Meta researchers founded the startup to address customer demand for AI system validation before deployment.
FCC may kill $2B program that connects schools and libraries to Internet
The FCC chair is proposing to eliminate a $2 billion program that funds broadband internet connections for schools and libraries, citing concerns about excessive screen time among children. Critics argue this framing overreaches the agency's authority and misrepresents the program's purpose of providing digital access to educational resources.
Polymarket says hackers stole users’ funds
Hackers stole funds from Polymarket users through a third-party breach, prompting the prediction market platform to issue refunds to affected customers. The company has not disclosed the amount stolen or the number of users impacted by the security incident.