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At a glance: - Cloudflare announced 1,100 job cuts (20% of its workforce) linked to increased AI adoption - The company's stock fell 19% following the announcement - AI usage at Cloudflare has surged sixfold over the…
At a glance: - Linux mascot Tux the penguin was conceived in 1996 by Linus Torvalds, who described it as a "contented, cute, and cuddly" stylized penguin. - Torvalds emphasized simplicity, rejecting complex designs…
At a glance: - Yarbo robot lawn mowers vulnerable to remote hacking, exposing user data and enabling physical threats - Meta removes end-to-end encryption from Instagram DMs after failed opt-in rollout - DHS subpoenas…
Mathematician Richard Elwes explores humanity's fascination with incomprehensibly large numbers in his new book, tracing the history of number systems from cognitive subitizing limits to the googological frontier of…
At a glance: - Apple Watch Series 12 and Apple Watch Ultra 4 are expected in September 2026, alongside the watchOS 27 wide release. - Leaked Apple code suggests Touch ID may arrive on the Apple Watch, built into the…
Discord suffered an API systems outage that prevented some users from logging in and sending messages, with all critical functionality restored by 6:38 PM ET after roughly three hours of disruption.
At a glance: - Google’s Pixel 11 may feature a downgraded Tensor G6 chip and reduced camera sensor quality, raising concerns about its competitive edge. - The Fitbit Air, priced at $99, targets budget-conscious users…
At a glance: - Man City vs. Brentford to air on NBC Sports Network and Peacock Premium in the US - UK viewers can stream via Sky Sports Main Event or Now TV - Canadian and Australian fans access via Fubo and Stan…
At a glance: - The European Union's age verification law faces a loophole via VPNs, which allow users to bypass location-based age checks. - Proton VPN reported a 1400% increase in signups after the UK's age-assurance…
Scientists discover Brazilian rainforest plant compounds that neutralize COVID-19 through unique multitarget mechanism, offering potential against future variants.
At a glance: - Lucasfilm president Dave Filoni distinguishes Darth Vader from Anakin Skywalker, emphasizing the character's internal conflict. - Filoni's comments sparked fan debates about the metaphorical separation…
At a glance: - James S.A. Corey, the duo behind The Expanse, is adapting their new trilogy The Captive’s War into an Amazon series, acknowledging the significant challenges ahead. - The authors highlight the complexity…
At a glance: - First documented case of H5N1 transmission from domestic cats to humans confirmed by CDC - 9/19 cats tested in LA County outbreak showed H5N1 infection linked to raw dairy/poultry products - Veterinary…
A composite animation built from Artemis II photos reveals dozens of satellites visible around Earth, underscoring the rapid growth of orbital congestion and collision risk in low Earth orbit.
At a glance: - Mortal Kombat II concludes with Earthrealm's victory over Shao Kahn, but at the cost of key characters like Liu Kang, Jax, and Cole Young. - Writer Jeremy Slater hints at future returns for fallen heroes…
