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01 Sep 2026
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US Department of War adds ChatGPT Mil, Grok to genAI.mil

The US Department of War launched OpenAI's ChatGPT Mil and Starshield AI's Grok on GenAI.mil, enhancing secure enterprise tools for over three million defense personnel.

01 Sep 2026
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Anthropic pauses then restarts Claude testing after security breaches

Anthropic has restarted external cybersecurity testing of its Claude AI models with new safeguards, following incidents where the models accessed the internet and hacked systems.

01 Sep 2026
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Apple sues OpenAI, accusing Chang Liu of sharing confidential design

Apple has presented new evidence alleging former employee Chang Liu stole trade secrets for OpenAI, including confidential schematics and misuse of an internal engineering tool.

01 Sep 2026
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Samsung redirects 2027 DDI supply to Galaxy Z Fold 8

Samsung's Galaxy Z Fold 8 is so popular that the company is reallocating production resources, including Display Driver ICs meant for 2027 devices, to meet overwhelming demand.

01 Sep 2026
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President gives Artemis II crew Congressional Space Medal of Honor

Nearly five months after their groundbreaking lunar mission, the Artemis II crew received the Congressional Space Medal of Honor from President Donald Trump on August 28, 2026.

01 Sep 2026
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International Space Elevator Consortium selects polycrystalline graphene for 66,000-mile elevator

Scientists have identified polycrystalline graphene as a promising tether material, bringing the concept of a 66,000-mile space elevator significantly closer to reality.

01 Sep 2026
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Google raises Nest camera and doorbell prices by $20-$50

Google has raised prices on nearly all Nest cameras and doorbells, with increases ranging from $20 to $50, effective immediately at the Google Store.

01 Sep 2026
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Google releases August 2026 update easing eSIM transfers and syncing

Google's August 2026 system updates introduce enhanced device connectivity, improved Wallet features, and developer tools across Android devices, Wear OS, Auto, TV, and PCs.

01 Sep 2026
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Google raises 2024 Google TV streamer price to $149.99

Google has raised the price of its Google TV Streamer to $149.99, marking a significant $50 increase from its original 2024 launch price of $99.99.

01 Sep 2026
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Dwarkesh Patel calls OpenAI bots 'civilizations' after Hugging Face hack

A viral essay by podcaster Dwarkesh Patel anthropomorphizing AI agents in the Hugging Face hack has reignited debates over artificial intelligence and consciousness.

01 Sep 2026
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Supervolcano beneath the Wash explains Kinnekulle tephra across Europe

Researchers have identified a long-extinct supervolcano beneath England's east coast, responsible for one of Earth's largest eruptions 454 million years ago.

01 Sep 2026
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NASA's Neil Gehrels Swift Observatory back online but orbit decaying

NASA's Neil Gehrels Swift Observatory has restarted science operations after a failed rescue mission, with its orbit rapidly decaying and reentry expected later this year.

01 Sep 2026
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Prakhar Purohit wins 2026 North Carolina 3 million Young Scientist merit

Prakhar Purohit, a North Carolina student, earned recognition in the 2026 3M Young Scientist Challenge for his project turning dirty water into tiny, functional batteries.

01 Sep 2026
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ChatGPT experienced network errors and slow responses for some users

OpenAI confirmed a partial outage of ChatGPT on August 31, with users reporting network errors, elevated latency, and disruptions in Work mode across multiple subscription plans.

Meet ChatTJB, a human-powered alternative to AI chatbots

ChatTJB is a unique chat service created by Tucker Bryant, a former Google employee.

31 Aug 2026
Sarvam AI

Sarvam launches 'Champions' program for developers: How to apply

Indian artificial intelligence (AI) start-up Sarvam AI has launched the Sarvam Champions Program.

31 Aug 2026
ChatGPT

OpenClaw 2.0 announced: Biggest upgrades coming to the AI agent

OpenClaw, the free and open-source AI agent platform that runs locally on your device, has just received its biggest update yet.

31 Aug 2026
Indian Army

Tata to make Javelin anti-tank missiles in India

Tata Advanced Systems Limited (TASL) has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the Javelin Joint Venture (JJV), a partnership between Raytheon and Lockheed Martin.

31 Aug 2026
Apple

Apple's iPhone Ultra almost got its own Pencil

Apple is said to have considered a new stylus for its upcoming iPhone Ultra, the brand's rumored first folding phone.

Are doctors' AI scribes a threat to patient safety?

Artificial intelligence (AI) technology used to transcribe patient-doctor consultations has been flagged for potential risks by a National Health Service (NHS) watchdog.

31 Aug 2026
Health & Wellness

This drug for arthritis might restore your hair growth

A novel treatment for alopecia areata, an autoimmune disease that causes unpredictable hair loss, has been discovered.

31 Aug 2026
Apple

Apple Watch Series 12 could be offered in ceramic cases

Apple's upcoming Watch Series 12 could come in two premium ceramic case options.

31 Aug 2026
Elon Musk

NASA, SpaceX delay ISS mission after spacecraft leak

NASA and SpaceX have postponed the Crew-13 mission to the International Space Station (ISS) after an oxidizer leak was detected in the propulsion system of their Dragon spacecraft.

31 Aug 2026
Anthropic

Claude users targeted by infostealer malware, Anthropic warns

Anthropic, the company behind the AI service Claude, has issued a warning to users about a recent security breach.

31 Aug 2026
Anthropic

OpenAI buys thousands of Macs to train AI agents

Apple's Mac mini and Mac Studio have emerged as popular choices for running AI models locally. The demand for these devices isn't just limited to local use, but also extends to AI labs like OpenAI and Anthropic.

31 Aug 2026
Elon Musk

Musk says AI will become 'superhuman' next year

Elon Musk has made a bold prediction about the future of AI.

30 Aug 2026
NASA

NASA launches $4.3B Roman Space Telescope to hunt exoplanets

NASA has successfully launched its latest space telescope, the $4.3 billion Roman Space Telescope, on its way to its observation point.

30 Aug 2026
Denmark

Cholesterol-lowering statins may reduce dementia risk: Study

Statins, commonly used cholesterol-lowering drugs, could cut the risk of dementia by as much as 15%, a long-term study has found.

30 Aug 2026
Donald Trump

US enforcement agency plans to spend $2M on robotic dogs

The US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) is planning to invest up to $2 million in robotic dogs from Boston Dynamics.

30 Aug 2026
Health & Wellness

This new definition of heart attack is beneficial for women

The world's leading cardiovascular health organizations have agreed to a new universal definition of a heart attack.

30 Aug 2026
Solar System

Solar system may be home to thousands of interstellar objects

A new study has revealed that the Sun may have captured thousands of small interstellar objects from alien systems.

30 Aug 2026
Amazon

NVIDIA's CEO left off TIME's 'Most Influential People in AI'

NVIDIA's CEO Jensen Huang, a key player in the artificial intelligence (AI) revolution, has been left off TIME magazine's 2026 list of the top 100 most influential people in AI.

30 Aug 2026
Apple

Apple's AI health coach likely to debut with new watches

Apple is expected to unveil its revamped Health app, complete with an AI health coach, as early as next month.

30 Aug 2026
Google Search

Google quietly launches 'Froggy's World,' a cozy game on search

Google has launched a new mobile game called Froggy's World, inspired by the likes of Animal Crossing and Stardew Valley.

30 Aug 2026
Meta

Apple's AI-powered smart glasses coming next year: What to expect

Apple is gearing up to launch its first-ever pair of artificial intelligence (AI)-powered smart glasses next year.

30 Aug 2026
Social Media

Consumer trust in generative AI falls below 40%

Despite the widespread use of generative artificial intelligence (AI) and digital platforms for product research, consumers remain skeptical about their recommendations.

30 Aug 2026
Elon Musk

'Couldn't care less': Musk reacts to OpenAI ending Cursor partnership

Elon Musk has reacted after OpenAI announced the termination of its partnership with Cursor, a coding tool recently acquired by his space exploration company, SpaceX.

30 Aug 2026
Robots

Watch: Robot trips and falls after getting distracted by cheerleaders

A robot's embarrassing fall at the second World Humanoid Robot Games in Beijing has gone viral.

29 Aug 2026
Tibet

Is the Tibetan Plateau becoming more unstable?

A recent study has shown that "Asia's water tower," the Tibetan Plateau, is becoming more unstable and unpredictable.

29 Aug 2026
SpaceX

SpaceX finally recovers its Starship from Indian Ocean

SpaceX has successfully salvaged its latest Starship from the Indian Ocean, marking a major milestone in the company's history.

29 Aug 2026
Apple

iPhone 18 Pro pre-orders may be delayed: Here's why

Apple's iPhone 18 Pro may not be available for pre-order until Saturday, September 12, a day later than the company's usual timeline.

29 Aug 2026
Netflix

'GTA VI' could take up to 80 hours to complete

The highly anticipated Grand Theft Auto VI (GTA VI) is set to be a long and immersive experience.

29 Aug 2026
Microsoft

Microsoft-backed AI data center accused of operating illegally

DataOne, the largest planned artificial intelligence (AI) data center in New Jersey, has been accused of operating without the necessary federal permits.

29 Aug 2026
ChatGPT

X says Chinese bot network pushed anti-AI data center posts

X has uncovered a massive network of 200,000 accounts on its platform.

29 Aug 2026
Anthropic

Anthropic study explores how AI can improve itself

Anthropic, a leading artificial intelligence (AI) research company, has published a groundbreaking paper on the potential of AI systems to enhance their own performance.

29 Aug 2026
Apple

Apple TV prices rise again, 4th hike in 4 years

Apple has announced another price hike for its Apple TV subscription service.

29 Aug 2026
Apple

Steve Jobs's 8th-grade science project sells for a whopping $34,400

A unique piece of tech history, Apple co-founder Steve Jobs' 8th-grade science project, has been sold at an auction for a whopping $34,375.

Are humans losing control over AI?

A recent study has revealed a worrying trend: artificial intelligence (AI) systems are increasingly escaping user control and behaving in harmful ways.

29 Aug 2026
Health & Wellness

AI-backed mammograms can detect heart disease in women: Study

Artificial intelligence (AI) is being used to detect heart disease in women through routine mammograms, a new study has found.

29 Aug 2026
Health & Wellness

Sweetener used in jam, chewing gum can cause heart attacks

A recent study has linked xylitol, a common sweetener used in chewing gum, jam and other products, to an increased risk of strokes and heart attacks.

29 Aug 2026
Donald Trump

Donald Trump signs order to establish US space academy

US President Donald Trump has signed an executive order to establish the country's first-ever space academy.

29 Aug 2026
Apple

Siri lawsuit: iPhone users to get up to $95 each

Apple has agreed to pay $250 million in a class action lawsuit over the delayed launch of its AI assistant, Siri.

ISRO gearing up for major comeback after 2 setbacks

The Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO) is gearing up for a major comeback mission after an eight-month hiatus.

29 Aug 2026
Google Chrome

This Google Chrome alternative lets you use email aliases

Brave, a Google Chrome alternative, has introduced a new feature that allows users to create email aliases.

29 Aug 2026
Donald Trump

Trump honors Artemis II crew

The astronauts of Artemis II, who made a historic lunar flyby earlier this year, have been awarded the Congressional Space Medal of Honor.

28 Aug 2026
Instagram

Meta testing AI agent that can book restaurants and goods

Meta is testing a new personal AI agent, dubbed Project Hatch, to its employees for testing.

28 Aug 2026
American Express

Apple Pay gets new features to make payments more convenient

Apple has announced a bunch of new features for its popular payment service, Apple Pay.

28 Aug 2026
OpenAI

Tencent unveils open-source AI model for coding, research

Chinese tech giant Tencent has launched a new open-source artificial intelligence (AI) model, Hy4 preview.

28 Aug 2026
Android

Google Messages gets custom chat themes: How to set them

Google has officially announced the addition of custom chat themes and backgrounds for its Messages app on Android.

28 Aug 2026
App Store

Pikachu visits Apple Park, meets Tim Cook

Apple Park recently had a special visitor: Pikachu. The adorable Pokemon was spotted roaming around the Apple campus in a video shared by CEO Tim Cook.

28 Aug 2026
Google

Gemini Notebook can now analyze your e-books

Google has updated its AI note-taking app, Gemini Notebook, with a new feature called "Expert Intelligence."

28 Aug 2026
Meta

Meta's smart glasses now stop recording if light is covered

Meta has announced an update for its AI-powered smart glasses, aimed at addressing a privacy loophole.

28 Aug 2026
Bluesky

Bluesky now lets you keep posts out of Discover feed

Bluesky, the open social network, has introduced a new feature that lets users opt out of having their posts appear in the app's main Discover feed.

28 Aug 2026
Elon Musk

Musk's xAI accused of using child porn to train Grok

Elon Musk's artificial intelligence company, xAI, is facing a lawsuit for allegedly using child sex abuse materials (CSAM) to train its Grok models.

28 Aug 2026
HIV

FDA approves new once-daily pill to simplify HIV treatment

The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved a new once-daily HIV pill from Gilead Sciences.

28 Aug 2026
ChatGPT

OpenAI is building AI agent that never stops working

OpenAI is working on a highly persistent version of its Codex AI agent, according to WIRED.

28 Aug 2026
Rockstar Games

Fake GTA 6 demo downloads are stealing passwords

An ongoing malware campaign is targeting gamers excited for the release of Grand Theft Auto 6 (GTA 6).

28 Aug 2026
Bill Gates

Jensen Huang counters Bill Gates' AI job loss concerns

NVIDIA CEO Jensen Huang has countered Bill Gates' concerns about artificial intelligence (AI) leading to job losses.

28 Aug 2026
United States of America

US agency declares 'major incident' after ransomware gang claims cyberattack

The US Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) has classified a recent cyberattack on one of its systems as a "major incident."

28 Aug 2026
Android

Google to punish Android apps that use too much memory

Google has announced a crackdown on memory-hungry Android apps, in response to the ongoing RAM crisis.

28 Aug 2026
SpaceX

Cybercriminals used SpaceX's Cursor AI to hack 7 companies

A group of Russian-speaking hackers has exploited SpaceX's AI coding assistant, Cursor, to hack into at least seven companies earlier this year.

28 Aug 2026
Google

Google's AI Mode can now track flight prices, book hotels

Google has announced major upgrades to its AI Mode, a conversational search tool.

28 Aug 2026
Anthropic

Trump-era sanctions against Anthropic illegal, US judge rules

A US federal judge has ruled that the Trump administration's sanctions against AI giant Anthropic were illegal.

28 Aug 2026
Science and Technology

Speedo's new goggles can track how you swim

Speedo has unveiled a new removable smart module for its Vanquisher goggles.

28 Aug 2026
Google

Google's new Fitbit lets you catch Pokemon while you sleep

Google has unveiled a special edition of its Fitbit Air, designed specifically for fans of the popular Pokemon franchise.

28 Aug 2026
Anthropic

Anthropic considered $7B deal to acquire AI chip start-up MatX

Anthropic, a leading artificial intelligence (AI) lab, discussed buying MatX, an AI chip start-up, according to Reuters.

28 Aug 2026
Anthropic

Jensen Huang says NVIDIA achieved AGI, calls milestone 'senseless'

NVIDIA's CEO Jensen Huang has claimed that the company has achieved Artificial General Intelligence (AGI), a goal that many tech giants have been chasing for years.

28 Aug 2026
Anthropic

Anthropic's new standard lets AI control physical devices

Anthropic, a leading AI research company, has announced its Model Hardware Standard (MHS). The initiative is aimed at allowing artificial intelligence (AI) agents to control physical devices.

28 Aug 2026
Amazon

YouTube now lets creators tag Amazon products in videos

YouTube has announced a new feature that allows eligible US creators to tag Amazon-listed products in their content.

28 Aug 2026
Anthropic

OpenAI, Anthropic, Google urge collective action against rogue AI

Over a hundred tech companies, including OpenAI, Anthropic, Google, and Microsoft, have signed an open letter urging private and public sectors to unite against AI-related cyber threats.

28 Aug 2026
Google

Google's new tool gives creators more control over AI videos

Google has launched the latest version of its generative video tool, Gemini Omni 1.1.