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Data Centers Are Driving an Alarming Gas Power Expansion in the US

There’s no clearer sign of the data center boom than rampant gas projects that have been proposed or that are already under construction.

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WIRED

Data Centers Are Driving an Alarming Gas Power Expansion in the US

Engadget

How to watch the Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope's launch

NASA's Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope is scheduled for launch on August 30.

27 minutes ago

Engadget

How to watch the Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope's launch

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TechCrunch

India's Airbound bags $37M to take on trucks with rocket-like drones

Airbound's ultra-lightweight approach to drone delivery has attracted backing from Greenoaks, DoorDash, and Silicon Valley investor Lachy Groom.

45 minutes ago

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India's Airbound bags $37M to take on trucks with rocket-like drones

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TechCrunch

Situational Awareness, star AI hedge fund that nearly imploded, now being probed by the SEC

The AI hedge fund went from "the talk of Wall Street" to "subject of federal subpoenas" faster than you can say "diversify your portfolio."

3 hours ago

TechCrunch

Situational Awareness, star AI hedge fund that nearly imploded, now being probed by the SEC

TechCrunch

Oura is reportedly eyeing a September IPO that could value it at more than $16B

We all knew it was coming. The expected valuation may surprise, though.

5 hours ago

TechCrunch

Oura is reportedly eyeing a September IPO that could value it at more than $16B

Ars Technica

AI is hitting entry-level jobs hardest, Stanford study finds

Young employment in AI-impacted fields down 19% compared to more AI-resistant occupations.

6 hours ago

Ars Technica

AI is hitting entry-level jobs hardest, Stanford study finds

Ars Technica

Data centers become "killer application" for new power transformer tech

Solid-state transformers could also benefit EV charging and someday households.

6 hours ago

Ars Technica

Data centers become "killer application" for new power transformer tech

Engadget

How does converting a video to 4K actually work?

Upscaling software is getting better all the time, but there are still some caveats to be aware of.

6 hours ago

Engadget

How does converting a video to 4K actually work?

WIRED

Can You Kill Salmonella in Eggs Without Cooking Them? I Tried It

With advice from infectious disease experts, I tested a low-effort way to pasteurize eggs at home.

7 hours ago

WIRED

Can You Kill Salmonella in Eggs Without Cooking Them? I Tried It

TechCrunch

Zillow and Redfin settle FTC antitrust case

Zillow and Redfin reached a settlement with the FTC, which requires Redfin to reenter the rental advertising business.

7 hours ago

TechCrunch

Zillow and Redfin settle FTC antitrust case

Engadget

How to use Samsung's new My FanCam feature to make yourself the main character in your videos

Zooming in on your kid's performance in the school play is about to get a whole lot easier. It's going to look better, too.

7 hours ago

Engadget

How to use Samsung's new My FanCam feature to make yourself the main character in your videos

WIRED

The Best Kitchen Gadget to Prevent Salmonella Is a Good Meat Probe

Salmonella outbreaks are seemingly everywhere right now. A good temperature probe is the last and best line of defense.

7 hours ago

WIRED

The Best Kitchen Gadget to Prevent Salmonella Is a Good Meat Probe

Ars Technica

Ads and tracking infiltrated TVs. Now they're coming for monitors.

Monitor vendors are playing with fire.

7 hours ago

Ars Technica

Ads and tracking infiltrated TVs. Now they're coming for monitors.

TechCrunch

Showcase your startup at TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 and book an exhibit table while there's still space

Make the most of Disrupt's crowds of potential investors and partners by exhibiting your startup from October 13-15.

7 hours ago

TechCrunch

Showcase your startup at TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 and book an exhibit table while there's still space

Engadget

Threads is testing a podcast transcription feature

Meta keeps trying to entice audio content creators to Threads.

8 hours ago

Engadget

Threads is testing a podcast transcription feature

TechCrunch

Alabama launches investigation into OpenAI's hack of Hugging Face

Weeks after OpenAI disclosed that one of its cybersecurity models had gone rogue and hacked AI dataset company Hugging Face, Alabama’s attorney general announced an investigation into the incident.

8 hours ago

TechCrunch

Alabama launches investigation into OpenAI's hack of Hugging Face

Ars Technica

GM vehicles under federal scrutiny after hundreds of reports

The eBoost brake-by-wire system is responsible for at least 22 crashes now.

8 hours ago

Ars Technica

GM vehicles under federal scrutiny after hundreds of reports

Ars Technica

Inaudible sounds used to fingerprint browsers catch AliExpress red-handed

Is the technique outdated" Yes. Is it still creepy" Also yes.

8 hours ago

Ars Technica

Inaudible sounds used to fingerprint browsers catch AliExpress red-handed

Engadget

The only GameCube that could play CDs and DVDs is rarely found below $1,000 today

This isn't your run-of-the-mill GameCube, and its value has skyrocketed over the years. Here's what it did and how to identify it.

9 hours ago

Engadget

The only GameCube that could play CDs and DVDs is rarely found below $1,000 today

Engadget

CDPR is aiming to release The Witcher 4 in 2028

CDPR's co-CEO called The Witcher 4"our biggest, boldest and most ambitious game to date."

10 hours ago

Engadget

CDPR is aiming to release The Witcher 4 in 2028

WIRED

My Daily Driver Gaming Headset Is Super Cheap Right Now

I love this multi-device headset, and right now it’s cheaper than what I paid for it in March.

10 hours ago

WIRED

My Daily Driver Gaming Headset Is Super Cheap Right Now

Ars Technica

Buyer beware: Those mummified remains might carry toxic spores

"Mummified remains sold online exhibit signs of biodeterioration, yet sellers provide no safety guidance."

11 hours ago

Ars Technica

Buyer beware: Those mummified remains might carry toxic spores

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Birdfy Nest Duo Review: My Own Private Nature Documentary

With two cameras and built-in climate sensors, the Birdfy Nest Duo let me watch an entire nesting season unfold.

16 hours ago

WIRED

Birdfy Nest Duo Review: My Own Private Nature Documentary

WIRED

The Kindle Accessories I Never Want to Read Without (2026)

Looking to better protect your Kindle or add a little personality to your favorite e-reader? From cases and covers to page turners and even charms, this is the guide for you.

17 hours ago

WIRED

The Kindle Accessories I Never Want to Read Without (2026)