No more Cybertrucks; Musk moves on from the angular metallic flop
AI summary Tesla will stop producing the Cybertruck in mid-2027, shifting focus to other projects like Cybercabs.
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Rocket Report: Artemis II literally tore through the atmosphere; New Glenn delay
AI summary Blue Origin delays New Glenn's return-to-flight to January and reveals new rocket tech. Argo Space tests water-based propulsion for satellites.
Blue Origin says it is building a higher-performing rocket engine at 1/4 the cost
AI summary Blue Origin is developing a more powerful and cheaper rocket engine, Northstar, and a new third stage for the New Glenn rocket.
Meet *sshole, the vulnerability that lets hackers SSH into Linux devices
AI summary A decade-old vulnerability in Alpine Linux allows hackers to log in without a password via SSH under specific conditions.
NASA unveils mysterious X-70 experimental aircraft using AI-generated image
AI summary NASA announced the X-70 Fractal, an experimental aircraft with AI-generated imagery, featuring modular design and advanced flight technology.
Sony revives the original Walkman headphones, adds USB-C
AI summary Sony has revived the original MDR-3 headphones with a USB-C port and modern features.
Google: Schools can keep search while skipping Gemini, but AI search is non-negotiable
AI summary Google allows schools to disable AI tools while keeping search, but AI search is required for K-12 accounts.
Lawsuit: Man introduced his wife to ChatGPT. She used it to plan his murder.
AI summary A woman used ChatGPT to plan her husband's murder, according to a lawsuit.
BMW bumps battery for the better: The 2027 i7 60 xDrive, driven
AI summary BMW updated the 2027 i7 60 xDrive with a larger 112.5 kWh battery, improving range and efficiency.
Software squeezes more data out of Webb Telescope for imaging exoplanets
AI summary Researchers developed software to improve exoplanet imaging by modeling telescope distortions more accurately.
Kalshi court losses pile up as judges refuse to block state gambling laws
AI summary Kalshi faces multiple legal challenges as courts reject its attempts to avoid state gambling laws, with Arkansas filing a new lawsuit against the company.
Is MAHA dying—or will it be reborn? What's next after crushing midterm losses?
AI summary MAHA faced significant setbacks after midterm losses, with many of its candidates and allies defeated. The movement is struggling with internal divisions and uncertainty about…
Gamers go to ridiculous lengths to "improve" GTA VI with Nvidia's DLSS 5
AI summary Gamers are using PC GPUs and open source tools to apply DLSS 5 to PS5 video for GTA VI, despite it being a console exclusive.
Statehouse wins give Democrats new power to push clean energy
AI summary Democrats gained control of more state legislatures and governorships, increasing their ability to push clean energy policies.
Motorola's new Signature 27 has it all if you can stomach the $1,600 price tag
AI summary Motorola's new Signature 27 flagship phone costs $1,600 and features top specs, a bright OLED screen, and multiple cameras.
Agility Robotics' Nasdaq debut invites scrutiny of humanoid robot market
AI summary Agility Robotics, a US leader in humanoid robots, went public on Nasdaq, highlighting risks in the unproven humanoid robot market.
2026 iPad mini review: Maximizing the mini
AI summary The 2026 iPad mini features an 8.5-inch OLED display, improved speakers, and a slimmer design, but remains expensive compared to the iPad Air.
Mercedes-AMG GT 4-Door Coupe first drive: Where tech and fun collide
AI summary Mercedes-AMG GT 4-Door Coupe is a high-performance EV with advanced tech for track and street use.
Nintendo's biggest ROM chip supplier is bowing out of the business
AI summary Nintendo's main ROM chip supplier, Macronix, is ending production, which may affect physical game cartridges.
Hackers exploited iOS and Android flaws to infect phones
Hackers possibly linked to the Kremlin exploited previously patched iOS and Android flaws in an attempt to hack visitors of multiple websites, including one celebrating the 250th…
Uranium cubes reveal why the German nuclear project failed
AI summary A study suggests Heisenberg underestimated uranium needs, revealing why the German nuclear project failed.
VMware releases vSphere Express for virtualization on up to 128 cores
AI summary VMware releases vSphere Express, a lower-end virtualization option for SMBs, supporting up to 128 cores.
AMD's record quarter: Data center business doubles, while gaming craters
AI summary AMD's Q3 revenue hit a record $13.4 billion, driven by data center growth, while gaming revenue dropped 40%.
Big Tech claims voters’ AI backlash is “anti-Trump” not “anti-tech”
AI summary US voters restricted AI and data centers, slowing Trump's AI plans, with Texas now a key battleground for regulations.
After Texas' blue wave, what happens to Elon Musk and SpaceX?
AI summary Elon Musk moved to Texas in 2020, expanded SpaceX operations there, and announced the company's headquarters will shift from California to Starbase, Texas, while investing…
Ted Cruz aims to stack FCC with Republicans before Democrats take Senate control
AI summary Ted Cruz seeks to increase Republican control of the FCC before Democrats take the Senate in 2027 by advancing a nominee.
People say they want small smartphones—the Enough Phone will put that to the test
AI summary The Enough Phone, with a 5.3-inch screen, is launching with preorders, aiming to meet demand for smaller smartphones.
Binance says hackers who stole billions in crypto spent months planning heist
AI summary Binance claims hackers spent months planning a $6.34 billion crypto heist using social engineering and malware.
What I learned driving the Slate electric truck prototype
If my 45-minute drive yesterday morning is anything to go by, I think Slate Auto will have quite the hit on its hands. The startup had one of its prototype trucks in town and…
The DEA banned a drug some opioid users called a miracle
AI summary The DEA banned a drug called SR-17018, which showed potential as a safer pain reliever without causing respiratory issues.