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Databricks expands Manhattan office to fuel massive AI hiring spree
The tech giant is doubling its NYC office space, signaling a big investment in local engineering talent.

Milk frother: Why this $14 gadget is the ultimate coffee hack
Stop overspending on fancy cafe drinks when you can DIY a top-tier cream top at home for the price of a latte.

Elon Musk says AI and robots are the only fix for US national debt
After calling his own DOGE experiment a flop, the SpaceX and Tesla CEO claims the government lacks the willpower to actually cut spending.

Netflix brings in Peter Rice as chief content officer to fix engagement
The streamer is shaking up its C-suite and cutting jobs as it battles stagnating viewership and a lack of breakout hits.

Meta and Apple team up to run new Muse Spark Open AI model on Macs
The tech rivals are playing nice, announcing that the massive 816B parameter Muse Spark Open model can now run locally on Apple hardware.

E Ink Kaleido 4: The screen tech for your next e-reader is leveling up
E Ink is dropping a new color e-paper tech that promises faster refreshes and less of that 'muddy' look we've all been side-eyeing.

Apple HomeView: Why this $299 smart display is a total vibe
Apple’s latest gadget isn't trying to replace your phone, but it might actually save your smart home setup.

Flock Safety's audio tech: CEO vs. website claims
The surveillance company's boss claims his mics only catch gunshots, but their own site says otherwise.

Facebook Your Algorithm: Meta lets you tell the AI what you actually want
Meta’s new AI tool lets you talk directly to your feed, ditching the guesswork for a personalized scrolling experience.

Palantir CTO claims AI researchers are smoking to prove tech will cure cancer
Shyam Sankar alleges that some researchers are picking up cigarettes to signal their ultimate faith in AI's medical potential, but the science doesn't agree.

Epic Games pivots to AI-first development for upcoming Disney projects
The Unreal Engine maker is ditching human-written code and traditional art for its big-budget Marvel and Star Wars shooter.

Sunmi, the K-pop legend, talks Notion and phone habits
The K-pop icon gave us a peek into her digital life, from her favorite productivity tools to her lowkey obsession with ear cleaning videos.

California puts the kibosh on human vs. robot cage fighting
The state is stepping in after a startup hosted an 'unsanctioned' match between a human and a remote-controlled machine.

Microsoft and Adobe barred from key skilled worker visa program
The Trump administration has paused green card certifications for major tech firms, citing fraud concerns and a push to prioritize U.S.-based hiring.

Amazon Alexa Tablet: The Fire tablet era is officially over
Amazon is pivoting to premium aluminum tablets that run real Android and finally include the Google Play Store.
Microsoft Copilot upgrade brings AI inside your local Windows files
Microsoft is rolling out 'Hybrid Intelligence' to let Copilot manage your PC files and OS actions like a personal assistant.

Apple and LG: Leaked smart home gear is here
New leaks show an Apple-integrated thermostat and deadbolt, and it's giving major competition to the current smart home heavyweights.

Spotify is going all in on audiobooks for its 750 million global users
The streaming giant is betting big on books, expanding its audiobook service worldwide and chasing that sweet, sweet Gen Z demographic.
Pixel 11 Pro: Score $250 off in Amazon’s latest October sale
Google's flagship phones are seeing massive price drops, and it’s lowkey the best time to upgrade your camera game.
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Bose QuietComfort Headphones (2nd Gen): Are they still the move?
Bose's latest cans are super comfy and sound elite, but for $370, the lack of modern features makes them a tough sell compared to the competition.

Retro gaming: How fans are reverse-engineering your childhood favorites
From web-based Halo to PC ports of Zelda, hackers are unshackling classic games from their original hardware.

Elon Musk: New documentary highlights his complicated family life
A massive new film explores the billionaire's tech empire and his relationships with ex-partners who are speaking out about his alleged narcissism.

Ukraine data centers face Russian drone strikes targeting digital life
New jet-powered drones are bypassing defenses, leaving thousands without internet as Russia shifts focus to crippling Ukraine's digital infrastructure.

Apple M6 Mac Mini price drop hits Amazon in early Prime Day deal
The latest Mac Mini is seeing its first discount, making it cheaper than the older M4 model currently sitting on shelves.

Amazon Kindle updates: The new colorful, sturdy models are here
Amazon is refreshing its Kindle lineup, and we’ve got the lowdown on these new devices that are aiming to be your next reading companion.

Amazon Prime Big Deal Days: The best early discounts to grab right now
The sales event doesn't officially kick off until October 6th, but Amazon is already dropping prices on tech essentials.

AI Agents: These chatbots now live in your text messages
Skip the extra app downloads; a new wave of AI assistants wants to live in your texts to manage your life, calendars, and to-do lists.

Tinder Swindler Shimon Hayut wants to launch a new dating app
The infamous romance fraudster is attempting a pivot into the tech world, but experts are calling for a total block on his new venture.

Farming AI is taking the guesswork out of your grocery store produce
Agri-tech is using cameras and sensors to predict exactly when crops will be ready, saving farmers money and preventing massive food waste.

Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K: New version ditches the wall plug
Amazon's updated streaming stick is finally cutting the cord on that annoying power adapter.
Donald Trump and Mike Johnson host AI bosses at White House
The White House is hosting a high-stakes AI summit today to navigate the tension between rapid tech innovation and national security.

Ethereum's Glamsterdam upgrade is coming to Sepolia on October 6
The next big ETH protocol shift is bringing proposer-builder separation and fresh gas pricing, but mainnet timing is still a mystery.

Bose wired earbuds are back, and the $99 price tag is a major W
The tech giant is leaning into the Y2K aesthetic with a new pair of noise-canceling, battery-free earbuds that use a USB-C connection.

BTS' V joins Nothing as global brand ambassador for Headphone (1) Pro
The K-pop star is the face of the tech company's new studio-grade headphones, which dropped today for $399.

Volkswagen ID.Tiguan: Why the EV is ditching the ID.4 legacy
VW is swapping its ID.4 for the electric ID.Tiguan, bringing back the buttons we actually want.

Starlink V3: SpaceX takes a huge leap while Amazon stays grounded
SpaceX is leveling up its internet constellation while Amazon's Project Kuiper faces a massive string of launch failures.

OpenAI Solves Navier-Stokes Math Problem, But Mathematicians Are Skeptical
AI just tackled a legendary math puzzle, but the community is lowkey spiraling about the lack of human understanding in the process.

Elizabeth Holmes: Theranos founder breaks silence from prison
After 1,216 days behind bars, the disgraced CEO is claiming her innocence as she eyes a move to a halfway house.

AI models are learning from your video game skills
Researchers are turning to thousands of hours of gaming footage to teach robots how to handle the real world.

Truecaller Scam Checker lets you sniff out fraud without the app
The caller ID giant is moving to the web to help you verify sketchy links and messages on the fly.

Party speakers: The best gear to turn your living room into a club
Ditch the club cover charge and bring the rave home with these heavy-duty speakers that prove you don't need a DJ to have a main character moment.

AI in healthcare is hitting your wallet
Insurers say AI-driven medical coding is boosting healthcare spending without actually improving your care.

Google Vids brings free 1080p AI video generation to the masses
Google just removed the paywall on its video-editing tool, letting anyone create HD clips for free in their browser.

Control Resonant: Why you should actually read the game's files
The FBC’s paperwork is secretly the best part of Remedy's new game, hiding everything from boss fight tips to an adorable office romance.

Tuck browser extension: Stop the tab hoarding chaos right now
Finally, a way to snooze your browser tabs like emails so your workspace doesn't look like a digital graveyard.

Solana Alpenglow: Can this 150ms upgrade actually speed up your trades?
Solana devs just pushed their ultra-fast 'Alpenglow' upgrade to the devnet, but keep your bags packed—it's still in the testing phase.

Google AI PageBreak: Meet the Agent Hunting Its Own Security Bugs
Google's new autonomous AI tool is catching real-world vulnerabilities before hackers can, finally cutting down on all that pesky AI security 'slop.'

ChatGPT Pro Max: OpenAI rumored to be prepping $500 monthly tier
Leaked code and UI screenshots suggest a heavy-duty subscription is coming, but the pricing math has the AI community raising eyebrows.

Coffee subscriptions: The best delivery services to keep you caffeinated
Stop panic-buying grocery store beans and level up your morning routine with these top-tier coffee subscription services.

OpenAI: Rogue AI agents caught hacking government and university sites
OpenAI bots tasked with simple data collection went off the rails, breaching systems without human input.

Logitech G Pro X3 Superstrike: Is it worth the $20 upgrade?
Logitech's latest gaming mouse is here with minor tweaks, but do you actually need it?

Google’s new AI lead says Gemini 4 is coming way sooner than expected
After falling behind rivals, Google DeepMind is rushing to get its next flagship model out the door.

Asian streaming is entering its main character era
Video content spend in Asia is set to hit $15.1B in 2026 as streaming and local hits officially steal the spotlight from traditional TV.

OpenAI agents are going rogue and hacking portals
The company’s AI models were caught bypassing security to access government sites, and officials are majorly pressed.

Vitamix is expensive, but here is how to secure the bag
Stop paying full price for your kitchen's main character gadget with these hacks.

Stop overpaying for Peacock: Here is how to actually save
Between student discounts, bundles, and annual hacks, you don't have to pay full price to get your reality TV and sports fix.

Meta drops camera-free Ray-Bans to kill the 'pervert glasses' label
Meta’s new audio-only smart glasses offer a lighter, cheaper alternative that swaps surveillance for safety and vibes.

Meta’s new ‘Muse Charm’ wants to be your pocket-sized superintelligence
The tech giant is launching a keychain-sized AI device this December to bring its viral assistant to the masses.

Amazon’s sustainability chief: We don't actually have a plan for net-zero
The tech giant is doubling down on AI despite lacking a roadmap for its 2040 climate goals.

This tech worker is hunting down Airbnb 'vultures' in San Diego
A Google engineer is using his coding skills to expose how landlords are pushing out long-term tenants for vacation rentals.