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WIRED

How the Next Big Thing in Carbon Removal Sunk Without a Trace

With support from Microsoft, Stripe, and Shopify, Running Tide billed itself as on the cutting edge of carbon removal. In the end, it resorted to dumping thousands of tons of wood chips in the sea.

3 hours ago

WIRED

How the Next Big Thing in Carbon Removal Sunk Without a Trace

WIRED

2 Men Linked to China’s Salt Typhoon Hacker Group Likely Trained in a Cisco ‘Academy’

The names of two partial owners of firms linked to the Salt Typhoon hacker group also appeared in records for a Cisco training program—years before the group targeted Cisco’s devices in a spy campaign.

17 hours ago

WIRED

2 Men Linked to China’s Salt Typhoon Hacker Group Likely Trained in a Cisco ‘Academy’

WIRED

The DHS Data Grab Is Putting US Citizens at Risk

As the US government rapidly merges data from across agencies in service of draconian immigration policies, citizens increasingly risk being caught up as well.

18 hours ago

WIRED

The DHS Data Grab Is Putting US Citizens at Risk

WIRED

Best Gifts for Hikers, Backpackers, Outdoorsy People (2025)

Let them pick out their own hiking boots. Instead, try gifting a useful blade or a nature journal to delight your outdoorsy friend.

19 hours ago

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Best Gifts for Hikers, Backpackers, Outdoorsy People (2025)

WIRED

Kindle Scribe Colorsoft and Kindle Scribe (3rd Gen) Review (2025)

Amazon’s latest e-reader and digital notebook combos bring new features, but they may not be enough in a crowded market.

20 hours ago

WIRED

Kindle Scribe Colorsoft and Kindle Scribe (3rd Gen) Review (2025)

WIRED

Instagram Will Start Letting You Pick What Shows Up in Your Reels

In the battle for your attention, Instagram is betting that more control over the algorithm could keep you scrolling on Reels.

21 hours ago

WIRED

Instagram Will Start Letting You Pick What Shows Up in Your Reels

TechCrunch

Harness hits $5.5B valuation with $240M raise to automate AI's 'after-code' gap

Goldman Sachs has led Harness's Series E round, with participation from IVP, Menlo Ventures, and Unusual Ventures.

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TechCrunch

Harness hits $5.5B valuation with $240M raise to automate AI's 'after-code' gap

TechCrunch

Baby delivered in Waymo continues proud tradition of not making it to the hospital

Some traditions, it seems, are immune to disruption.

5 hours ago

TechCrunch

Baby delivered in Waymo continues proud tradition of not making it to the hospital

TechCrunch

Google's answer to the AI arms race — promote the guy behind its data center tech

Amin Vahdat has been promoted to chief technologist for AI infrastructure, a newly created position reporting directly to CEO Sundar Pichai.

9 hours ago

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Google's answer to the AI arms race — promote the guy behind its data center tech

TechCrunch

State attorneys general warn Microsoft, OpenAI, Google, and other AI giants to fix 'delusional' outputs

The letter demanded companies institute new safeguards to keep users safe from harmful psychological impacts.

10 hours ago

TechCrunch

State attorneys general warn Microsoft, OpenAI, Google, and other AI giants to fix 'delusional' outputs

TechCrunch

Nvidia is reportedly testing tracking software as chip-smuggling rumors swirl

A new software option could make it possible to see the approximate location of some of Nvidia's AI chips.

12 hours ago

TechCrunch

Nvidia is reportedly testing tracking software as chip-smuggling rumors swirl

TechCrunch

You can now share live video with emergency services on Android

This feature could help give emergency dispatchers context in circumstances like car accidents, fires, or medical crises.

12 hours ago

TechCrunch

You can now share live video with emergency services on Android

The Verge

Engadget

US could demand five-year social media history from tourists before allowing entry

9 minutes ago

Engadget

US could demand five-year social media history from tourists before allowing entry

Engadget

The best noise-canceling headphones for 2025

36 minutes ago

Engadget

The best noise-canceling headphones for 2025

Engadget

The best streaming deals: Save on MasterClass, Audible, Philo and others

2 hours ago

Engadget

The best streaming deals: Save on MasterClass, Audible, Philo and others

Engadget

Mewgenics, the next game from The Binding of Isaac's developer, will arrive next February on PC

10 hours ago

Engadget

Mewgenics, the next game from The Binding of Isaac's developer, will arrive next February on PC

Engadget

The NES game Jaws is getting a retro physical re-release on Switch and PS5

12 hours ago

Engadget

The NES game Jaws is getting a retro physical re-release on Switch and PS5

Engadget

Apple TV and Apple Music were down for some users

12 hours ago

Engadget

Apple TV and Apple Music were down for some users

FastCompany

Ars Technica

NASA just lost contact with a Mars orbiter, and will soon lose another one

If NASA is serious about exploring Mars, it's past time to send new missions.

10 hours ago

Ars Technica

NASA just lost contact with a Mars orbiter, and will soon lose another one

Ars Technica

After NPR and PBS defunding, FCC receives call to take away station licenses

NPR and PBS stations targeted by group involved in Carr's news-distortion probes.

13 hours ago

Ars Technica

After NPR and PBS defunding, FCC receives call to take away station licenses

Ars Technica

A new open-weights AI coding model is closing in on proprietary options

Devstral 2 model scores 72% on industry benchmark, nearing proprietary rivals.

13 hours ago

Ars Technica

A new open-weights AI coding model is closing in on proprietary options

Ars Technica

Kindle Scribe Colorsoft brings color e-ink to Amazon’s 11-inch e-reader

Amazon has added color e-ink to its devices more slowly than its competitors.

15 hours ago

Ars Technica

Kindle Scribe Colorsoft brings color e-ink to Amazon’s 11-inch e-reader

Ars Technica

After key Russian launch site is damaged, NASA accelerates Dragon supply missions

It is by no means certain that Russia will be able to fix Site 31 soon.

16 hours ago

Ars Technica

After key Russian launch site is damaged, NASA accelerates Dragon supply missions

Ars Technica

Ugly infotainment mars the 2025 Subaru Forester Hybrid experience

It drives fine, but the first hybrid Forester is not without its flaws.

16 hours ago

Ars Technica

Ugly infotainment mars the 2025 Subaru Forester Hybrid experience