Tech
AI Summary
- Meta's Glimmer AI model signals a personalized intelligence vision, while Anthropic defaults Claude Code's auto mode on, and OpenAI acquires NextSlide, underscoring AI's rapid integration into various applications.
- The tech industry is grappling with AI safety concerns, including risks from AI safety tests and the emergence of adversarial patterns to evade surveillance, alongside ethical debates about AI's impact on democracy and the rise of AI 'barons' pledging fortunes.
- Significant developments in hardware and infrastructure include Sila securing a massive Pentagon loan for batteries, and opportunities for GPU and AI server marketplaces like Stoa Markets.
- Data security remains a critical issue with breaches at Ceva Logistics and Klaviyo exposing sensitive customer information, while Steam's hardware shipper breach also leaked customer data.
- The mobility sector is seeing consolidation with Archer buying Wisk Aero, and ongoing advancements in autonomous vehicle technology are highlighted by Zoox's preparations for launch.
Sources
TechCrunch
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Clicks’ Power Keyboard brings BlackBerry-style typing to any phone — with some compromises
an hour ago
by Sarah Perez
Hardware, hardware, Smartphone accessoriesClicks’ $99 Power Keyboard brings a customizable, slide-out physical keyboard to MagSafe and Qi2 smartphones, but its added heft can make larger phones awkward to use
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Meta’s new Glimmer AI model offers a hint at Zuckerberg’s personal intelligence vision
2 hours ago
by Rebecca Bellan
AI, Enterprise, Mark Zuckerberg, Meta, Meta Superintelligence, superintelligenceMeta’s new open-weight Muse Glimmer model offers a glimpse of Mark Zuckerberg’s personal superintelligence vision, as well as the emerging divide between AI users can own and access.
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Sila lands $1.4B Pentagon loan as militaries demand more batteries
3 hours ago
by Tim De Chant
Climate, Government & Policy, battery materials, Defense Department, Sila, Sila NanotechnologiesBattery materials startup Sila will use a $1.4 billion loan from the U.S. Department of Defense to scale production at its factory in Washington State.
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Archer buys former rival Wisk Aero
4 hours ago
by Kirsten Korosec
Transportation, Archer Aviation, Boeing, Mergers and Acquisitions, Wisk AeroThe two companies were once embroiled in a trade secret theft lawsuit. Now, Wisk is being absorbed into Archer.
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A data breach at shipping giant Ceva Logistics is rippling across banks, retailers, Steam gamers, and beyond
4 hours ago
by Zack Whittaker
Security, Steam, Valve Software, Shipping, data breach, cyberattack, ceva logisticsCompanies that rely on Ceva Logistics for shipping their physical goods to customers say their personal data was taken during a recent cyberattack.
Hacker News
- Muse Glimmer: 30B-parameter model optimized for always-on local agent workflows 9 hours ago
- Sonic Pi v5 3 days ago
- Launch HN: Stoa Markets (YC S26) – A Marketplace for GPUs and AI Servers 2 hours ago
- Show HN: Ante, a coding agent in a single binary that runs offline 3 hours ago
- Exploiting System Management Mode with a very long interrupt 3 hours ago
The Verge
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What to expect from Google’s 2026 Pixel hardware launch event
an hour ago
by Jay Peters
Gadgets, Google, Google Pixel, News, Smartwatch, Tech, WearableIt's that time of year: On Wednesday, Google is set to host its annual Made by Google hardware launch event for Pixel gadgets. Google itself has already teased new slab-style and foldable Pixel smartphones, but leaks also indicate that the company could announce updated watches, a new color for familiar earbuds, and perhaps a brand new AirTag-like item tracker. However, unusually, Google's event is taking place in the evening: It kicks off on Wednesday at 6PM ET / 3PM PT instead of in the early afternoon or mid-morning, like many other tech events. And this time it has a celebrity
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YouTube is making it harder to earn money on YouTube
an hour ago
by Emma Roth
Creators, News, Streaming, Tech, YouTubeStarting February 1st, 2027, creators who want to monetize their channel through YouTube's Partner Program (YPP) will need at least 1,000 subscribers and either 8,000 qualified watch hours over the past year, or 20 million qualified Shorts views in the last 90 days. That's a sizeable jump from YouTube's current requirement of 1,000 subscribers with 4,000 watch hours in the past year, or 1,000 subscribers with 10 million Shorts views in the last 90 days. Creators will also need to maintain 10 million Shorts views over 90 days to earn money from the Shorts Creators Pool, though falling below this
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Four takeaways from Mark Zuckerberg’s massive AI manifesto
3 hours ago
by Jess Weatherbed
AI, Meta, News, TechMeta CEO Mark Zuckerberg has a lot to say about the idealized future he now envisions for humanity co-existing with artificial intelligence - his latest essay spans more than 6,500 words on the matter. The lengthy manifesto Zuckerberg published on Monday, titled "The Future is for Everyone," broadly lays out his beliefs about how the technology should be developed, expanded, and regulated, and how Meta is positioning itself to enable those goals. Some points echo a similar (albeit, much shorter) public letter that Zuckerberg put out last year , heralding the importance of public access to superintelligent AI - a
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Apple will stream Friday Night Baseball live in Vision Pro
4 hours ago
by David Imel
Apple, AR, Gadgets, TechStarting on Friday, August 28th, Apple will begin streaming Friday Night Baseball in immersive video on Apple Vision Pro . The stream will feature commentary from various analysts and reporters, and live graphics will be anchored around the viewers space during the game. After the games conclude, replays will be made available in the Apple TV app. Last year, Apple streamed a selection of live Lakers NBA games to the headset, hoping to entice basketball fans. Baseball adds to its library of immersive content users are able to access on Vision Pro, which also includes immersive content like parkour across
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Keychron’s wireless Hall effect keyboard is back to its lowest price
4 hours ago
by Cameron Faulkner
Deals, Gadgets, Verge ShoppingGetting a keyboard with customizable Hall effect sensors is more affordable than it used to be, and you don’t need to compromise on quality to get a good deal. Keychron’s aluminum-clad K2 HE with a 75-percent layout is down to $103.99 (was $130) at Amazon , which matches the lowest price we’ve seen occur a few times throughout the year. The option with wood siding is $111.99 at Amazon , also 20 percent off its original price. The keyboard can connect via USB-C, or wirelessly via Bluetooth or with a more reliable 2.4GHz connection. Its key bindings, actuation points, and
Wired
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Orange Crush: TAG Heuer Drops a Bright Revamp of the Original Metal F1 Watch
4 hours ago
by Jeremy White
Gear, Gear / Gear News and Events, Main, SqueezeThe solar-powered limited edition may be here to mark the final Dutch Grand Prix taking place in Zandvoort, but it’s the juicy iconic colorway WIRED’s been waiting for.
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The Outlaw Chemist Teaching People How to Make Drugs From Scratch
7 hours ago
by Mattha Busby
Culture, Culture / Digital Culture, Home, CookWilly Myco has made over 120 videos showing people his exact process for making everything from LSD to DMT vapes. Not everyone’s a fan of his methods.
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The Best Portable Solar Panels: My Take After Years of Testing
7 hours ago
by Simon Hill
Gear, Gear / Products, Gear / Products / Outdoor, Gear / Buying Guides, Buying, GuideClean, free power from the sun is easier and more affordable to capture than ever with the best portable solar panels.
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The AI Slop Backlash Is Actually Having an Impact
7 hours ago
by Reece Rogers
Gear, Gear / Trends, Mass, EffectPlatforms are finally recognizing that people don’t want to consume AI slop. A growing number of sites and apps now have tools and policies to flag, label, and ban AI-generated content.
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The Best E-Readers of 2026: Kobo, Kindle, Boox
8 hours ago
by Nena Farrell
Gear, Gear / Buying Guides, Gear / Products / Tablets, Page, TurnerLooking to read more? These handy ebook readers are here to help.