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Decoy Font is a free TTF font that embeds hidden messages using dual visual layers, appearing differently at close versus far range, causing AI models like ChatGPT and Gemini to read a fake message instead of the real one.
Activists replaced Meta Ray-Ban smart glasses ads at London bus stops with spoof versions warning about surveillance and facial recognition, referencing the film "They Live" to highlight concerns over wearable tech data...
OnePlus is exiting U.S. and European markets due to weak demand and Oppo's restructuring, with smartphone shipments projected to drop 13% in 2026. The brand will refocus exclusively on China.
EA has integrated an in-game ad platform into its Frostbite engine, encouraging developers to build ad experiences from the ground up. A Lowe's stadium sponsorship in College Football 26 already generated over a billion...
SpaceX is deorbiting 260 first-gen Starlink satellites, which safely burn up during reentry. Scientists are monitoring potential long-term environmental effects as deorbit operations continue to grow in scale.
1Password now integrates with Claude, allowing AI agents to complete personal tasks on your behalf without exposing your actual credentials, keeping sensitive data secure while enabling safer, practical AI-driven automation.
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Netflix has used AI in ~300 titles this year and is ramping up fast, marking a major shift in how Hollywood produces content.
Fraudsters are using FaceTime video calls to impersonate banks, government officials, and tech support to steal passwords or financial details. Report suspicious calls to [email protected].
Meta secretly deployed a face-recognition feature called NameTag to tens of millions of phones via its Ray-Ban glasses app, then removed it after press exposure, yet still denies the feature ever existed.
OpenAI's AI hardware device is shaping up to be a camera-equipped smart speaker, despite earlier "revolutionary" claims. Apple's camera-enabled AirPods Ultra may prove a more practical alternative.
Founders risk treating startups like hobbies by avoiding real pricing, deadlines, and financial planning. Fix this by setting clear timelines, tracking revenue, and making firm commitments to customers.
Fabien Sanglard analyzed Jurassic Park frame by frame, identifying real 1990s hardware like Thinking Machines CM-5 systems and SGI workstations, surprisingly accurate choices reflecting Michael Crichton's computing expertise.
iOS 27's public beta introduces an upgraded Siri that's more capable for everyday tasks, but feels like an incremental improvement rather than a major leap, lacking the standout features seen in competing AI assistants.
Bliq.ai has gained approval to test driverless vehicles in Finland, its second EU market after Estonia, starting in Helsinki. The startup retrofits existing vehicles with sensors and software, with Germany next in its expansion...
Realta Fusion will build its Forge fusion research center at Madison's former Oscar Mayer factory, supported by $55M in state and city incentives, including a $37.5M sales tax exemption, and talent from UW-Madison.
Samsung's new Flex Titanium technology, debuting in the Galaxy Z Flip 8 and Z Fold 8 at Galaxy Unpacked on July 22, uses two titanium components to reduce display creases while maintaining durability.
Amazon Leo will launch satellite internet in South Africa in 2027, partnering with Herotel. Unlike Starlink, Amazon is willing to comply with local rules requiring foreign telecoms to sell a stake to Black owners.
Windows 11's revamped search now prioritizes local files, apps, and settings while removing Bing ads and sponsored content. Currently in Insider testing, the update is expected to roll out broadly later in 2026.
Jibril-sama built a physical Steam cartridge system using $8 128GB SATA SSDs, each pre-loaded with a game. A script auto-launches the game when the drive is plugged into a dock.
OpenPuck is open-source firmware that lets Valve's Steam Controller function as an Xbox, PlayStation, or Nintendo gamepad without Steam. A microcontroller handles input translation directly, delivering ~1ms latency with gyro,...
A hacker breached Suno's systems in November, stealing source code that allegedly reveals how the AI music startup scraped millions of songs without artist permission. No personal data was compromised.
Suno's AI music app now integrates with Apple Messages, letting iPhone users generate songs from text or voice prompts without leaving a chat. Both users must have the app installed to use it.
8BitDo's $29.99 FlipPad plugs into your phone's USB-C port, turning it into a Game Boy-style handheld without Bluetooth or a battery. Launching July 30th, it undercuts rivals but has awkward shoulder buttons and a wobbly...
Google is celebrating 25 years of image search with a redesigned, AI-powered interface that displays a personalized, continuously refreshed image gallery based on your browsing and search history, even before you type a query.