Brendan Carr says he’ll let Pete Hegseth decide whether TV networks can air the public execution
AI summary FCC Chairman Brendan Carr will let Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth decide if TV networks can broadcast the execution of Nidal Hasan.
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Nikon microscopic video competition winner disqualified for using generative AI
The original first place video used AI in post-processing. | Image: Dr. Ning Xu Nikon says the video that originally won first place in its Small World in Motion contest "did not…
Google teases Fitbit Edge launch next week
AI summary Google is set to reveal the Fitbit Edge on October 12, 2026, with leaks suggesting advanced health features.
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is down to $950 after Prime Day
AI summary Amazon discounts the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra to $949.99 during Prime Day.
Amazon’s new Kindles appear to have a light leak problem
Some users are reporting that the new Kindles have a light leak issue that is especially apparent when using dark mode. The latest base-model Kindles have a flush bezel that…
Microsoft tries to spark new life into Windows
AI summary Microsoft aims to transform Windows into an agentic OS with AI agents and hybrid intelligence, focusing on local models.
Frances Haugen hopes The Social Reckoning will inspire more whistleblowers
NEW YORK, NEW YORK - OCTOBER 04: Frances Haugen attends the Social Reckoning world premiere at Regal Union Square on October 04, 2026 in New York City. (Photo by Sean Zanni/Getty…
Apple and LG leak shows new ‘tap to control’ HomeKit features
A post on X from "pdfu," who has previously posted leaks and renders of suspected Apple features and LG smart home gear, shows new details of rumored Apple Home accessories from…
YouTube, Meta, and Twitch won’t say if they’ll allow the US government to livestream an execution
YouTube, Twitch, Meta, and X aren't saying whether they'll allow the US government to livestream an execution on their platforms. The four companies didn't respond to The Verge's…
The AI is in the computer
It's gadget season, and a lot of companies are launching a lot of new products. But whether it's Microsoft dropping a high-end laptop, Amazon shipping a fancy Android tablet, or…
Trump’s attempt to rename AI is looking awfully artificial
President Donald Trump has a knack for turning words against his enemies. His first successful presidential run was built on monikers like "Little Marco" and "Crooked Hillary"…
Instinct was the buzziest AI agent around — can it survive Muse?
Instinct’s agent is always just a text away. Before there were cute little guys, there was Instinct. In August, the startup got its AI agent to market with an unusual playbook…
A week with Googlebooks: four notes from our testing so far
Software, software, software. | Photo: Antonio G. Di Benedetto / The Verge Google's new operating system is off to a rocky start. The five newly launched Googlebook laptops have…
Meta is banning TikTok ads across its platforms
Meta has banned ads from TikTok's Chinese parent company ByteDance across the US and several other countries as the rivalry between the major social media operators heats up, as…
The humble Playdate has become one of gaming’s best deals
The Playdate, Panic's tiny yellow handheld that launched in 2022, has slowly but surely become a great deal - which is a good thing, because everything else in gaming has only…
OpenAI doubles down on decision to fire three AI safety researchers
OpenAI is standing firm on its decision to fire three safety researchers after an investigation found they committed "a significant breach of trust." In a post on X on Friday…
Microsoft 365 Family subscribers will finally be able to share AI benefits
Microsoft bundled its AI-powered Office features into Microsoft 365 Personal and Family subscriptions last year, but it only allowed the primary account holder to access the AI…
US plans livestream of execution by firing squad
AI summary The US plans to livestream the execution of Nidal Hasan by firing squad on December 3rd, according to Defense Department officials.
Anthropic launches free AI security scans for open-source projects
AI summary Anthropic launches free AI security scans for open-source projects using its strongest models.
SpaceX announces plan to become a ‘major mobile carrier’
AI summary SpaceX aims to become a major US carrier by combining satellite and terrestrial networks using low-band spectrum licenses.
AMD will bring FSR 4 to handhelds by the end of 2026
AI summary AMD plans to bring FSR 4 to handhelds by the end of 2026, with a new chip and possible support for existing devices.
Apple will reportedly debut its first touchscreen MacBook in three weeks
AI summary Apple is expected to debut a touchscreen MacBook and new iPad Mini in late October, according to Bloomberg.
California is trying to shut down robot vs. human cage matches
AI summary California's state athletic commission sent a cease-and-desist letter to Rek, a startup hosting robot vs. human fights.
ICE detainees in Georgia used the facility’s video calling software to expose the conditions inside
AI summary Detainees at an ICE center in Georgia used video calling software to expose poor conditions and Trump's impact on immigration courts.
Microsoft’s new Windows Search is exactly what Windows 11 needs
AI summary Microsoft is overhauling Windows Search for Windows 11, making it faster, more modern, and more capable.
Paramount is making a Cyberpunk 2077 film
AI summary Paramount Pictures is adapting CD Projekt Red's Cyberpunk 2077 into a live-action film, with no release date yet.
Tim Cook says ‘I’m not meddling’ in the new Apple CEO’s business
AI summary Tim Cook says he is not meddling in the new Apple CEO John Ternus' work, focusing instead on global policy and supporting Ternus as needed.
I only bought Pokémon Legends: Z-A during Prime Day, and it’s still on sale
AI summary The Verge writer bought Pokémon Legends: Z-A during Prime Day, and it's still on sale at $39.88 on Amazon.
Forza Horizon 6 is being delayed on PS5 to January 2027
AI summary Forza Horizon 6's PS5 release is delayed to January 2027, coinciding with a new expansion.
USA Today becomes the latest publisher to sue OpenAI
AI summary USA Today and its affiliated newspapers sue OpenAI, claiming it copied thousands of articles for AI training without permission.