Frontier AI labs still won’t say how they’d contain a rogue model
Leading AI labs lack publicly documented plans for containing rogue models, according to a new study. The finding raises concerns about preparedness as AI systems demonstrate unexpected and potentially dangerous behavior.
Lando Norris surges past Russell and Antonelli to snatch Dutch GP pole
Lando Norris secured pole position for the Dutch Grand Prix at Zandvoort, outpacing Mercedes drivers George Russell and Kimi Antonelli in second and third place. Norris achieved the feat despite his McLaren car being slow through low-speed corners, having also claimed pole at Hungary in the previous race.
AI decodes DNA initiator sequence found in about 60% of human genes
Artificial intelligence successfully identified and decoded an initiator DNA sequence present in approximately 60% of human genes that controls gene activation. This sequence is critical for ensuring genes are precisely switched on to produce essential proteins and enzymes necessary for healthy cell function.
A museum-shelf mystery reveals 6,500-year-old human tooth pendant in Serbia
A human tooth pendant with a deliberately drilled hole, dating back more than 6,500 years, was discovered at the Vinča cultural site of Jablanica in Serbia after being initially misidentified as an animal tooth bead. Archaeologists Nemanja Marković and Ana Maričić recognized the artifact was human remains that had been strung on a cord for use as a necklace.
Bitcoin Price Pulls Back to $77K, Erasing Hundreds of Millions in Leveraged BTC Long Positions
Bitcoin fell from near $80,000 to $77,000, liquidating hundreds of millions in leveraged long positions. The cryptocurrency had gained nearly 30 percent over five days before the reversal occurred on August 22, 2026.
How to watch South Africa v New Zealand: Live stream the first Greatest Rivalry Test for free from anywhere
# Summary A Greatest Rivalry Test series between South Africa and New Zealand is beginning in Johannesburg, featuring the two top-ranked men's rugby teams. The first match can be watched via live stream from anywhere.
Peppermint oil lowers blood pressure in just 20 days
A small daily dose of peppermint oil lowered systolic blood pressure by an average of 8.5 mmHg over 20 days in adults with mildly elevated blood pressure. The placebo group showed little change in their measurements.
Exercise may work better for keeping weight off than losing it
Regular exercise preserves muscle, supports metabolism, and improves fat burning to help prevent lost weight from returning. The research suggests exercise works better for maintaining weight loss than achieving initial weight loss through preserving metabolic function.
Decoding AI’s Open-Source Course Maps Three Ways to Run an Agent Loop and the Provider Economics Behind Each
Changing only the harness design moved a coding agent from 30th place to top 5 ranking while using the same model throughout. The agent loop configuration rather than model selection emerged as the primary factor determining performance quality.
Multilingual people may have brains up to 13 years younger
Four-language speakers showed brains appearing about 13 years younger than monolinguals based on neuroimaging measures of brain aging. Earlier language acquisition and high fluency were associated with greater slowing of brain age.
This frozen fiber makes light and sound interact 1,000x more strongly
Freezing an optical fiber's liquid core created a medium where light and sound interact over 1,000 times more strongly than in standard fibers. Researchers used this effect to develop optoacoustic memory for potential applications in low-energy photonic computers and quantum technologies.
JWST finds early galaxies may be 4 times more massive than thought
Early galaxies contain three to four times more mass than previously estimated due to abundant small, faint stars not detected by earlier observations. This discovery complicates explanations for how massive galaxies formed rapidly after the Big Bang and suggests planets around low-mass stars were more prevalent in the early universe.
Groq Valuation Halves to $3.5bn in $350m Funding Round
Groq's valuation dropped to $3.5 billion in a $350 million funding round completed August 17, representing a nearly 50 percent decline from its previous $6.9 billion valuation less than a year earlier. The AI chip startup's funding reflected the downward reassessment of its market value.
Stanley Druckenmiller’s Family Office Allocates Nearly $88M to Bitdeer and Hyperliquid Strategies
Stanley Druckenmiller's family office invested approximately $87.8 million across Bitdeer Technologies and Hyperliquid in the second quarter of 2026. The positions represent new stakes disclosed through regulatory filings for the crypto-related companies.
Bitcoin Restaking Platform BounceBit to Wind Down L1 Blockchain Following Exploit
An attacker exploited a protocol vulnerability to transfer approximately 286.5 million BB tokens worth roughly $3 million from BounceBit's Layer 1 blockchain. Following this security incident, BounceBit announced it will permanently close its independent blockchain.
Bitcoin and Ether bears get decimated amid 'squeeze-led' rally and Musk's X wants to pay creators in stablecoins: Crypto's week in 5 stories
Bitcoin and crypto assets experienced their strongest rally in months driven by Treasury intervention, regulatory moves, and a historic short squeeze against bearish traders. Major banks and technology companies simultaneously expanded their stablecoin operations and initiatives.
This startup is training an AI model on skin that stays alive for a month
A startup called Outer Biosciences has developed a system to keep surgically discarded human skin alive for up to one month and use the results to train an AI model that identifies useful compounds. The company has raised approximately $23 million and currently employs 19 people.
AI data centres are taking the capacitors carmakers need
Multilayer ceramic capacitors and printed circuit boards face 20% to 30% global shortages due to AI data centre demand, with prices tripling annually. Automotive memory prices rose approximately 180% in three months as competition for components intensifies.
AI has young writers between a rock and a hard place
AI tools that detect artificial writing patterns like em dashes and clichéd phrases are proving imperfect and unreliable. According to the Society of Authors, 65% of fiction writers and 57% of nonfiction writers believe AI will harm their future creative income.
Researchers found 768 leaked AWS keys that still work, and the containment policy leaves plenty possible
Researchers discovered 768 leaked AWS keys with 88% still active, including 526 root keys granting full account control. AWS's quarantine policy for detected leaked keys permits numerous damaging actions rather than completely disabling them.
This yeast supplement may boost cancer-fighting immunity
Yeast beta-glucan reprogrammed early immune cells in the bone marrow, producing stronger, longer-lasting cancer-fighting responses. The supplement was tested against colorectal, skin, and breast cancer cells in mice.
Zcash Price Hits 8-Year High as Grayscale ETF Gets Closer
Zcash reached its highest price in eight years after Grayscale submitted a fifth amended registration with the SEC for a proposed Zcash ETF. If approved, the fund would be the first US ETF to directly track Zcash prices.
Geno Smith throws a TD as Jets beat Steelers 17-0
Geno Smith threw a touchdown pass on a 69-yard drive in the Jets' 17-0 preseason victory over Pittsburgh. Smith completed all 7 pass attempts for 65 yards, including a 13-yard flip to Jelani Woods in the end zone.
Zcash surges over 42% to surpass $800 as Grayscale files for ZEC ETF
Zcash's price increased over 42 percent to exceed $800 following Grayscale's filing for a ZEC exchange-traded fund. The ETF filing represents a move toward institutional investment in the privacy-focused cryptocurrency.
Fomo app surpasses Cash App in US iPhone finance rankings
Fomo app has become the top-ranked finance app on US iPhones, surpassing Cash App. The shift highlights growing interest in blockchain-based financial services within Solana's ecosystem.
Over $33M in Solana short positions liquidated as SOL nears $95
Over $33 million in Solana short positions were liquidated as the SOL token price approached $95. The liquidations occurred amid volatile crypto market conditions requiring careful leverage management.
Michael Polansky is training an AI model on skin that’s still alive
An AI startup developed by Michael Polansky keeps living human skin tissue alive outside the body for weeks to discover new skincare compounds. The company is using this preserved skin tissue combined with AI models to test potential skincare products before human trials.
Japanese space tech startup Letara expands beyond satellite thrusters with $16M
Letara raised $16 million to expand its hybrid rocket technology beyond small satellite thrusters into space, defense, and security markets. The Japanese startup plans to leverage this funding to develop applications across a broader range of industry sectors.
Fifth Third Backs Payload’s Embedded Payments Expansion
Payload secured a strategic investment from Fifth Third to expand its embedded payments platform. The company processed nearly $500 million in May alone and has become a leading processor of earnest money deposits.