Jul 28, 2026Twila Rosenbaum
A new study warns that weak AI safety regulations may backfire, making AI products more dangerous than having no rules at all. Using game theory, researchers from Cornell and Carnegie Mellon argue that effective regulation must target both AI model developers and downstream companies. The study highlights the risk of free-riding behavior when only one part of the supply chain is regulated. It comes amid heated debate over AI governance in the U.S.
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Jul 28, 2026Twila Rosenbaum
A new court case involving an Atlanta activist tests whether self-destructing phone data is protected under the Constitution. The defendant denies the charges, but the legality of such features remains unclear. This case could reshape privacy rights in the digital age.
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Jul 26, 2026Twila Rosenbaum
After launching with AI Ultra, Gemini Spark is now rolling out to Google AI Pro users in the US. The personal AI agent automates complex tasks using Connected Apps, Personal Intelligence, and more. Features include reusable Skills, automated Schedules, and up to 15 simultaneous tasks. Workspace integration covers Calendar, Gmail, Docs, Sheets, Slides, Keep, and Tasks.
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Jul 26, 2026Twila Rosenbaum
Apple art director Sofia Coelho has shared a rare behind-the-scenes look at the creation of Lil’ Finder Guy, the mascot of the MacBook Neo campaign. The post, now deleted, included early sketches and a physical prototype. The character quickly became a viral internet meme and even appeared in a WWDC 2026 session and attendee swag. Here are the details.
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Jul 26, 2026Twila Rosenbaum
OpenAI has relaunched its ChatGPT Health feature, which integrates with Apple Health on iPhone. The relaunch follows feedback from an initial pilot and offers expanded access to U.S. users on Free, Go, Plus, and Pro plans. The feature allows users to securely connect Apple Health data for personalized health insights, leveraging improved AI models since early 2026.
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Jul 26, 2026Twila Rosenbaum
iOS 27 introduces a major Siri overhaul with AI capabilities that fulfill long-standing user demands. The new Siri offers world knowledge, a conversational interface, and consistent performance across Apple devices. Early beta testing reveals a smart assistant that feels truly integrated and useful for everyday tasks.
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Jul 26, 2026Twila Rosenbaum
With iPhone 18 Pro just months away, Apple is preparing significant upgrades that may tempt iPhone 17 Pro owners. From revolutionary battery life gains to the biggest camera leap in years, this year's Pro models offer compelling reasons to upgrade. We break down the top three features that could make the switch worthwhile.
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Jul 25, 2026Twila Rosenbaum
Facebook is planning a major overhaul to mimic TikTok's full-screen video experience, testing it in select markets. The move comes as Meta loses 20 million users in Q1 2026. Facebook is also launching a dedicated Seller app for Marketplace and a Forum app for Groups, copying Craigslist and Reddit. Plus, the platform now offers free verification badges.
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Jul 25, 2026Twila Rosenbaum
A new wave of tech billionaires and startup founders is injecting Silicon Valley's risk-taking, disruption-focused ethos into American science. This 'tech-broification' is transforming funding priorities, research culture, and institutional structures, raising both opportunities and concerns for the future of discovery.
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Jul 25, 2026Twila Rosenbaum
Microsoft has forced LG to disable unwanted McAfee trial pop-ups that appeared on Windows 11 PCs when connecting LG monitors. The auto-installing bloatware had been causing user frustration for years. LG claimed the software required explicit consent, but users reported otherwise. This crackdown highlights ongoing issues with manufacturer-installed software.
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Jul 25, 2026Twila Rosenbaum
Meta has paused its plan to charge a monthly subscription for the Conversation Focus feature on its Ray-Ban smart glasses after public backlash. The feature, which runs locally on the device, will remain free for early testers. Meta says it's still exploring options but hints at future subscriptions for other premium features to subsidize hardware costs.
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Jul 24, 2026Twila Rosenbaum
A team at the University of Cambridge has developed TESSERA, a foundation model for Earth observation that runs entirely on AMD GPUs, bypassing Nvidia. The model compresses satellite imagery into compact fingerprints, enabling researchers to build monitoring tools with far less labelled data. Applications include agriculture, conservation, and renewable energy mapping. The project is open-source and aims to democratize access to planetary-scale environmental monitoring.
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