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This new data poisoning tool lets artists fight back against generative AI


2KMIT Technology Review / 12h
A new tool lets artists add invisible changes to the pixels in their art before they upload it online so that if it’s scraped into an AI training set, it can cause the resulting model to break in chaotic and unpredictable ways. The tool, called Nightshade, is intended as a way to fight back against AI companies that use artists’ work to train their models without the creator’s permission. Using i


Pilot Attempts to Shut Down Engines Of Alaska Airlines Flight While In Mid-Air
400+View from the Wing / 15h
Sunday evenings Alaska Airlines flight 2059, a Horizon Air flight from Seattle’s Paine Field to San Francisco, diverted to Portland. It appears that a pilot was jumpseating and “tried to shut the engines down and crash the airplane.” According to Alaska Airlines, “no weapons were involved, and the crew was able to secure the cabin without incident.” Continue reading ...


Elon Musk Is Now Bullying Wikipedia
1KFuturism / 11h
Concerning Because purchasing the website formerly known as Twitter for $44 billion apparently wasn't enough , billionaire Elon Musk has now offered to give one billion dollars to Wikipedia — but that billion would come at a high, and very dumb, price. "I will give them a billion dollars," Musk, a 52-year-old man, wrote in a Sunday post to X-formerly-Twitter, "if they change their name to Dickipe



Amazon now supports passkey logins on browsers and iOS devices
Engadget / 47min
Amazon, the biggest e-commerce website in most countries, now supports passkeys . That gives users access to the new login solution that's considered more secure than passwords, allowing them to access their account using the biometrics or PIN they use to unlock their devices. The company started rolling out the capability a few days ag o but has only just announced the feature, which is now avai


Byju’s CFO quits in seven months amid delayed accounts
21TechCrunch / 1h
Byju’s CFO Ajay Goel, who joined the edtech giant in April this year, has already resigned, the two said Tuesday, in the latest setback for the startup that is grappling with scores of challenges. Goel will leave Byju’s after completing the long-delayed audit formalities for the financial year ending March 2022 and return to mining […] © 2023 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only


Save 82% on a lifetime DOGTV subscription
Mashable / 1h
TL;DR: A lifetime subscription to DOGTV is on sale for £123.37, saving you 82% on list price. When you head to the office or gym, it can be hard to leave your dog (or dogs) at home. Sure, they may have toys to play with or a soft bed to nap on, but that doesn’t come close to replacing you. Something that could help ease your guilt — and your pup’s separation anxiety — is DOGTV . This streaming se


How to watch 2023 European Championship Darts online for free
Mashable / 1h
TL;DR: Livestream 2023 European Championship Darts for free on ITVX. ExpressVPN is the best service for unblocking free streaming platforms from around the world. Darts fans are a special bunch. If you've ever been fortunate enough to witness this beautiful game played live, you'll know all about the passion on display. There's nothing quite like being there to see it live, but even the most dedi


How to watch Newcastle vs. Dortmund online for free
Mashable / 1h
TL;DR: Watch Newcastle vs. Dortmund for free on ServusTV. Access this free streaming platform from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN . The Champions League is particularly difficult to follow without a subscription, so when we find a way to watch for free, we feel the need to shout about it. We're not saying you can watch every game without spending anything, but you can watch select fixtures


Online scammers target desperate loan seekers using online fraud
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 1h
Hackers are stealing money from gullible victims looking for a flash loan and moving it into China, experts have warned. A new report from cybersecurity experts CloudSEK has suggested such activity means there is a need for greater international cooperation in order to stop this type of fraud. As per the report, hackers (which CloudSEK believes are Chinese) have created over four dozen Android ap


Wordle today: Here's the answer and hints for October 24
Mashable / 2h
Oh hey, I didn't see you there! Can I interest you in some assistance with today's Wordle ? As always, we're serving up our daily hints and tips to help you figure out the answer. If you just want to be told today's word, you can skip to the end of this article for Oct. 24's Wordle solution revealed. But if you'd rather solve it yourself, keep reading for some clues, tips, and strategies to assis


Two years after pausing service, Roblox China cuts a small number of staff
20TechCrunch / 2h
Roblox China was once full of promise. Since its localized platform, which is a joint effort with Tencent, abruptly halted operation nearly two years ago, the company has been quiet about its standing in the world’s second-biggest gaming market until now. TechCrunch learned that Roblox China, also called LuoBu (罗布乐思), initiated a round of layoffs […] © 2023 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For pe


NYT Connections today: See hints and answers for October 24
Mashable / 3h
Connections is the latest New York Times word game that's captured the public's attention. The game is all about finding the "common threads between words." And just like Wordle , Connections resets after midnight and each new set of words gets trickier and trickier—so we've served up some hints and tips to get you over the hurdle. If you just want to be told today's puzzle, you can jump to the e


NASA wants the Voyagers to age gracefully, so it’s time for a software patch
Ars Technica - All content / 4h
Enlarge / The Voyager 2 spacecraft before its launch in 1977. (credit: NASA/JPL-Caltech ) Forty-six years in deep space have taken their toll on NASA's twin Voyager spacecraft. Their antiquated computers sometimes do puzzling things, their thrusters are wearing out, and their fuel lines are becoming clogged. Around half of their science instruments no longer return data, and their power levels ar


Today’s NYT Connections Hints (and Answer) for Tuesday, October 24, 2023
Lifehacker / 4h
After a string of tricky puzzles, we have an easy one for once! Or at least I thought so. If you’re looking for the Connections answer for Tuesday, October 24, 2023, read on—I’ll share some clues, tips, and strategies, and finally the solutions to all four categories. Along the way, I’ll explain the meanings of the… Read more...


Smart upcycling machine dissects batteries to save them
29TechCrunch / 5h
Circu Li-ion cofounder and CEO Antoine Welter says his startup’s upcycling machine can diagnose batteries in seconds. “We know exactly which cell can be reused and which one can’t,” he told TechCrunch on Monday. Circu Li-ion is in the business of saving usable battery cells from shredders. The Luxembourg startup’s machine identifies batteries by their […] © 2023 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. F


Singapore-based Qosmosys closes $100M seed round to develop tech for the moon
TechCrunch / 5h
Singapore-based Qosmosys has closed an astonishing $100 million seed round to develop its lunar lander tech. The company did not disclose its investors, nor did a Qosmosys spokesperson respond to TechCrunch’s email. In a press release published to its website, the startup simply said that it practices a “unique and protective funding model.” “The structure […] © 2023 TechCrunch. All rights reserv


Apollo Mission Samples Reveal the Moon Is More Ancient Than We Thought
Gizmodo / 5h
The Moon’s crater-covered countenance was previously thought to be a youthful 4.42 billion years old, give or take about 10 million years. But now, samples of crystals taken from the rocky satellite half a century ago indicate that the Moon is about 40 million years older than we knew. Read more...


Loungefly Debuts Pet Accessories Line Featuring Loki, Spider-Man, and Star Wars
Gizmodo / 5h
Cosplay looks for your pets are here from Loungefly , with a new line of backpacks and other accessories from some of your favorite fandoms. Read more...


AI-based data center optimization startup MangoBoost raises $55M Series A
22TechCrunch / 5h
The central processing unit (CPU) and the graphics processing unit (GPU) handle different types of data. The CPU is used in almost all devices including computers, cellphones, tablets, smartwatches and TVs. It deals with processing general information on the device, making sure software is running correctly. While the GPU complements the CPU, it handles complex […] © 2023 TechCrunch. All rights r


'Quordle' today: Here are the answers and hints for October 24, 2023
Mashable / 6h
If Quordle is a little too challenging today, you've come to the right place for hints. There aren't just hints here, but the whole Quordle solution. Scroll to the bottom of this page, and there it is. But are you sure you need all four answers? Maybe you just need a strategy guide. Either way, scroll down, and you'll get what you need. What is Quordle ? Quordle is a five-letter word guessing gam


Quordle today - hints and answers for Tuesday, October 24 (game #638)
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 6h
It's time for your daily dose of Quordle hints, plus the answers for both the main game and the Daily Sequence spin off. Quordle is the only one of the many Wordle clones that I'm still playing now, around 18 months after the daily-word-game craze hit the internet, and with good reason: it's fun, but also difficult. What's more, its makers (now the online dictionary Merriam-Webster) are also keep


How Five Nights at Freddy's Brought Friendly Yet Frightening Vibes to Its Puppets
Gizmodo / 6h
They did it, they really did it. The Freddy Fazbear Pizza band from Five Nights at Freddy’s has been made real, and of course Blumhouse got the Jim Henson Creature Shop to do it. Read more...


U.S. State Senator Brings A Gun To Hong Kong, Now He Can’t Leave
View from the Wing / 6h
Washington State Senator Jeff Wilson unintentionally carried a gun in his carry-on bag through TSA in Portland, only realizing mid-flight when reaching for gum. Upon landing in Hong Kong, he declared the gun to customs, was arrested, released on bail, and had his passport confiscated with a hearing scheduled for October 30th. Continue reading ...



Russia’s Ineffective Hypersonic Missiles and Missing Stealth Fighter
Next Big Future / 7h
Before Russia’s war with Ukraine started about 2 years ago, Russia and Putin bragged about their new hypersonic missiles (Kinzhal) and its new SU-57 stealth fighter. The new weapons were supposed to be unstoppable. Latest Defence Intelligence update on the situation in Ukraine – 21 October 2023. Find out more about Defence Intelligence's use of ... Read more


Stranger Things Has a Plan for Addressing the Passage of Time Among Its Cast
Gizmodo / 7h
Stranger Things—which premiered in the summer of 2016, and last dropped new episodes on Netflix in July 2022 —will end its blockbuster run with a fifth season that’s not coming anytime soon . Over the years, we’ve seen the young cast grow up in real time, something the team behind the series has obviously taken into… Read more...


Amazon’s Fallout TV series gets a 2024 release date
34Ars Technica - All content / 7h
Enlarge / The social media image used to promote Fallout 's premiere date. (credit: Amazon) The Amazon-produced TV adaption of the popular, long-running video game series Fallout will premiere on Amazon Prime Video on April 12, 2024, the company announced on Monday. Amazon also announced that the series will be part of the same canon as the video games. The announcement was made through social me


India celebrates “first major milestone” on path to launching astronauts
Ars Technica - All content / 7h
Enlarge / A forward-facing camera on the top of an Indian booster captured this view of a Gaganyaan test spacecraft firing its abort motor to propel itself off the rocket. (credit: ISRO ) In 2018, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi committed his nation to develop its own capability to send astronauts into orbit, an achievement that would make India the fourth country with an independent human sp


1Password detects “suspicious activity” in its internal Okta account
Ars Technica - All content / 7h
Enlarge (credit: 1Password) 1Password, a password manager used by millions of people and more than 100,000 businesses, said it detected suspicious activity on a company account provided by Okta, the identity and authentication service that disclosed a breach on Friday. “On September 29, we detected suspicious activity on our Okta instance that we use to manage our employee-facing apps,” 1Password


Max Q: SpaceX, Blue Origin and Virgin Galactic speak on space regulations
21TechCrunch / 7h
In this issue: No new regulations on human spaceflight, news from Varda Space and more. © 2023 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.


Disneyland’s most affordable hotel to officially transform into Pixar Place Hotel in January
500+The Points Guy / 7h
Unlike the wide variety of lodging choices at Disney World , Disneyland only has three on-property hotels: the original Disneyland Hotel (including the new Villas at Disneyland Hotel ), the higher-end Disney’s Grand Californian and the hotel currently known as Disney’s Paradise Pier Hotel . The latter of the three is not only Disney’s most budget-friendly hotel, but it is also in the midst of a m


This Heated and Adjustable Massage Gun Is $50
Lifehacker / 7h
This massage gun , which has features like heat, an adjustable head, and different massage tips, is on sale today, Oct. 23, for $49.97, down $80 from its original price. Read more...


Swifties have boosted shopping searches for 'football outfit' by 242 percent
100+Mashable / 7h
This year, cities across the U.S. have seen their economies transformed by " Swiftonomics " or " Taylornomics " as Taylor Swift has traveled the country on her Eras Tour . Cincinnati's tourism office, for example, told the Wall Street Journal that consumer spending related to Swift’s tour was around $48 million (the pop star played two shows in the city this past summer). So it's no surprise that


New Award-Winning Nature Photos Showcase Beauty and Chaos
Gizmodo / 7h
The natural world is filled with dramas that play out on the macro- and microscopic scales, in our cities and in remote wilderness alike. In the British Ecological Society’s annual photo competition, ‘Capturing Ecology,’ those activities take center stage as flora and fauna of all sorts find a way to persist in every… Read more...


Interview With the Vampire Is Here for Gay Rights and Gay Wrongs
Gizmodo / 8h
The AMC adaptation of Anne Rice’s Interview With the Vampire is a rich gothic romance that takes the source material and updates it in ways that are both fascinating and, at time, far more explicit than the books ever were. While gay sex was deftly skirted around, the deed was all but said in the novels. In the new… Read more...


This LG High Res Sound Bar Is $280 Right Now
Lifehacker / 8h
As I’ve said before, having a good sound system to replace your TV’s sad speakers will improve the dialogue on your TV a lot, in that you’ll actually be able to understand what people are saying. Currently, Woot is giving you an opportunity to upgrade your sound system: You can buy a new LG High Res Audio Sound Bar… Read more...


Matter's Latest Update Adds Support for Home Appliances, but Does It Matter?
Gizmodo / 8h
Remember Matter ? The smart home standard that was supposed to unify all gadgets in the connected home? It’s been updated with support for a bevy of connected devices, mainly home appliances. The update should help more third-party accessories work together in Google, Apple, and Amazon-led smart homes, provided… Read more...


Google Chrome users: Microsoft Edge wants to know why you don't want it
Mashable / 8h
Edge has been on a campaign to dissuade web surfers from using Google Chrome. From banners that inform users that it runs on the same engine as Chrome (i.e., Chromium) to making it challenging for Windows users to make Chrome their default browser, Microsoft isn't making it easy for users to ditch Edge. However, as Neowin spotted, it looks like Edge is taking it one step further with a poll. Micr


It Looks Like Twitter Is in Even Deeper Trouble Than We Thought
34Futurism / 8h
X-formerly-Twitter is still bleeding advertisers under Elon Musk's characteristically unpredictable leadership — and the situation may be even more dire than we'd thought. As Insider reports , marketing consultancy Ebiquity found that the vast majority of the biggest spenders have stopped advertising on X following Musk's ill-fated takeover last year. That seems to contradict Musk's and CEO Linda


Nvidia is reportedly working on Arm-based processors for Windows PCs
100+Engadget / 8h
Nvidia is reportedly planning on making Arm-based chips for Windows PCs. According to Reuters, the company has “quietly begun” taking on Intel by designing processors compatible with Microsoft’s operating system. The report says Nvidia could begin selling the chips as early as 2025. The move is part of Microsoft’s broader goal of challenging Apple with Arm-based processors for Windows PCs. Accord


Magnetic Star Can Cut A Companion Star in Half
Next Big Future / 8h
Researchers have modeled the dynamics of an equatorial explosion powered by a millisecond magnetar formed from the core collapse of a massive star. Magneto-centrifugally-driven, relativistic magnetar winds might be powerful enough to produce an ultra-relativistic blade (“lamina”) that successfully carves its way through the dense stellar interior of another star. They present high-resolution numer


Russia Leaving Nuclear Test Ban Treaty and US Detonated a Chemical-Radioisotope Nuclear Test
Next Big Future / 8h
The U.S. conducted a high-explosive experiment at a nuclear test site in Nevada hours after Russia revoked a ban on nuclear weapons testing. Wednesday’s test used chemicals and radioisotopes to validate new predictive explosion models”\ that can help detect atomic blasts in other countries, Bloomberg reported, citing the Department of Energy. Russian lawmakers announced their ... Read more


Artists Can Fight Back Against AI by Killing Art Generators From the Inside
100+Gizmodo / 8h
How can artists hope to fight back against the whims of tech companies wanting to use their work to train AI? One group of researchers has a novel idea: slip a subtle poison into the art itself to kill the AI art generator from the inside out. Read more...


The View From Passengers Inside The Plane That Tipped Back On Its Tail At New York JFK Airport
View from the Wing / 8h
I wrote about Sunday night's JetBlue flight from Barbados to New York JFK where the Airbus A321 tipped back on its tail after it had parked at the gate. There's now more footage from as this was happening, including from inside the aircraft. Continue reading ...



Complete guide to downgrading and product-changing to earn sign-up bonuses on Chase Sapphire cards
The Points Guy / 8h
The Chase Sapphire Preferred Card and Chase Sapphire Reserve are two of our favorite travel credit cards at TPG. They both earn valuable Chase Ultimate Rewards points, giving you access to some of the best hotel and airline transfer partners in the business. You’ll enjoy access to the easy-to-use Chase travel portal that allows you to redeem points for a wide variety of travel bookings, including


The Hamas Threat of Hostage Execution Videos Looms Large Over Social Media
38Wired / 8h
Hamas has threatened to broadcast videos of hostage executions. With the war between Israel and Hamas poised to enter a new phase, are social platforms ready?


David Tennant Kept Texting Jodie Whittaker From the Set of Her Own Regeneration
Gizmodo / 8h
It’s been a year since Doctor Who bid farewell to Jodie Whittaker’s 13th Doctor in “ Power of the Doctor ”—an episode that didn’t exactly provide the most fitting farewell to her tenure . But enough about that ! Remember when David Tennant showed up for like 30 seconds at the end? The BBC would like you to remember that.… Read more...


Biden Names 31 'Tech Hubs' Across the U.S. That Can Nab Up to $75 Million Each
Gizmodo / 8h
Today, the Biden administration announced a massive dose of funding to the tech industry—the president named 31 “tech hubs” across the U.S. and Puerto Rico in an effort to spur economic growth. Read more...


Tesla’s misleading driving range claims trigger DOJ probe
Ars Technica - All content / 8h
Enlarge (credit: Thomas Trutschel / Contributor | Photothek ) The United States Department of Justice is investigating Tesla after a Reuters report revealed in July that the EV maker secretly created a team to divert customer complaints because it had grossly exaggerated its vehicles' driving range . Reuters' source confirmed that "the directive to present the optimistic range estimates came from


Google Maps Disables Live Traffic Data in Israel and Gaza
Gizmodo / 8h
Google Maps and Waze have disabled live traffic updates for areas of Israel and the Gaza Strip at the request of the Israeli military, according to a Bloomberg report . The live data tool was removed ahead of a potential ground invasion for the safety of local communities. Read more...


Google Chrome may be getting a new privacy feature
Mashable / 9h
If you're not one of the approximately 3 billion people currently using Google's browser, a forthcoming privacy upgrade could change that. Chrome already uses site isolation, sandboxing , and predictive phishing protections on default to protect users from sites that might try to steal your passwords or use malware. Now Google is allegedly preparing a new privacy feature for its web browser that


Sam Altman’s Worldcoin Doesn’t Want Americans to Read This Blog Post
23Gizmodo / 9h
Where do we start with Sam Altman’s Worldcoin? The OpenAI CEO’s startup is building a new cryptocurrency. Worldcoin is also part of Altman’s disquieting plan to capture all of the world’s money with AI and then “redistribute this wealth to the people.” ( Literally ). And, because you log in by scanning your eyeball,… Read more...


Universal Orlando deal: Get 2 free days through February
The Points Guy / 9h
Universal Orlando Resort is offering a special ticket deal throughout winter: Get two free days with the purchase of a two-park, three-day ticket, valid for visits from October 2023 through February 2024. Ticket prices and availability vary by day. Certain blackout dates — including for Seasonal, Power and Preferred passholders — may apply. Note that this special promo does not permit entry over


Matter 1.2 update brings the standard to fridges, ACs, and your robo-vacuum
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 9h
It’s been about a year since Matter hit the smart home scene . As we inch towards its first anniversary, the Connectivity Standards Alliance (CSA), the organization behind the standard, has launched version 1.2 introducing support for nine new device types and other improvements. Right now, the CSA is focusing on integrating household appliances including, but not limited to refrigerators, air co


Why Not Dust Your Fruits and Vegetables With Buttermilk Powder?
22Lifehacker / 9h
Unless you are a fan of pouring buttermilk over cornbread (a classic Southern treat), or do a lot of enriched baking (or chicken frying), you probably don’t keep liquid buttermilk stocked in your fridge. Fortunately, you can buy buttermilk powder , and access its creamy, tangy flavor without worrying about spoilage. Read more...


So how about another 20 IPOs?
20TechCrunch / 9h
One key area of private-market performance that we haven't yet given enough attention to is the matter of exits. © 2023 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.


Meta is promoting Threads posts on Facebook and there’s no way to opt out
62Engadget / 9h
Meta is starting to ramp up its growth-hacking tactics for Threads in a bid to boost engagement on the Twitter competitor. The social network is promoting its newest app by cross-posting Threads posts to users’ Facebook feeds, the company confirmed Monday. It’s a familiar move for Meta, which regularly uses the Facebook feed to promote new features, including those from its other apps. The compan


NASA Is Struggling to Open Its Asteroid Sample Container
100+Gizmodo / 9h
About a month ago, pristine samples from an asteroid landed on Earth while enclosed within a tight capsule. The sample canister was designed to keep the main chunk of the asteroid safe during its journey through space, but now teams at NASA’s Johnson Space Center (JSC) are struggling to open it to get at the space… Read more...


Citi Double Cash vs. Chase Freedom Unlimited: Which no-annual-fee cash back card is best?
The Points Guy / 9h
Editor’s note: This is a recurring post, regularly updated with new information and offers. You might think you must pay an annual fee to get a good rewards credit card. But with offerings such as the Citi® Double Cash Card (see rates and fees ) and the Chase Freedom Unlimited from two top credit card providers, you can earn cash back without paying for the privilege. Both of these cards offer ve


Monday only: Earn up to 4 miles per dollar on Apple purchases, but not on iPhone 15 models and Apple Watch Series 9
300+The Points Guy / 9h
Editor’s note: This is a recurring post, regularly updated with the latest information. In the market for an Apple device? If so, now is a good time to buy the Apple products that have been sitting in your shopping cart. Several airlines are offering bonus miles for purchases made on Apple’s website for a limited time (note that these bonuses do not apply to the iPhone 15 models and Apple Watch S


Mike Flanagan's Next Stephen King Adaptation Adds to Its Marvelous Cast
100+Gizmodo / 9h
Loki ’s Tom Hiddleston is already aboard as The Life of Chuck’s title character, and Mark Hamill—coming off an excellent turn in Mike Flanagan’s The Fall of the House of Usher —is also a known part of the cast. But Flanagan’s next big-screen project, which marks a return to Stephen King for the Doctor Sleep and Gerald’s… Read more...


The DOJ Tesla probe has expanded to include EV driving ranges
27Engadget / 9h
The Department of Justice has expanded its investigation into Tesla , the company has confirmed. In an SEC filing , Tesla said the agency has issued subpoenas for information related to "personal benefits, related parties, vehicle range and personnel decisions." In January, Tesla confirmed that the DOJ sought details from the company regarding Autopilot and Full Self-Driving features for its elec


The Biggest Differences Between the Pixel Watch 2 and Galaxy Watch 6
Lifehacker / 9h
Google’s Pixel Watch 2 and Samsung’s Galaxy Watch 6 are two of the best smartwatches on the market right now. But when it comes down to it, you’re likely only going to choose one to buy, and that decision begs questions: How exactly are these two watches different? Are there features that make one stand out over the… Read more...


Man Is Doing Well With Implanted Pig Heart, Doctors Say
100+Futurism / 9h
A Maryland man who received a genetically modified pig heart is doing well and has no sign of rejection or infection about a month after the procedure, according to CNN , which was only the second surgery of its kind. In September, 58-year-old Lawrence Faucette was suffering from terminal heart disease when he was admitted to the University of Maryland School of Medicine, where clinicians and fac



Chemists Unveil the Slickest Surface Ever to Ward Off Water
32Gizmodo / 9h
A duck’s back is not the only slippery surface water is prone to slide off of. Researchers have developed a new method of coating surfaces in a liquid-like layer to make them extra slick. Read more...


Stanford researchers challenge OpenAI, others on AI transparency in new report
Ars Technica - All content / 9h
Enlarge (credit: Getty Images / Benj Edwards ) On Wednesday, Stanford University researchers issued a report on major AI models and found them greatly lacking in transparency, reports Reuters. The report, called " The Foundation Model Transparency Index ," examined models (such as GPT-4 ) created by OpenAI, Google, Meta, Anthropic, and others. It aims to shed light on the data and human labor use


Reddit finally takes its API war where it belongs: to AI companies
Ars Technica - All content / 9h
Enlarge (credit: Getty ) Reddit ignited a war this year. Dramatic changes in API access pricing (from free to unaffordable ) was one of its most polarizing moves ever. It resulted in apps beloved by long-time Reddit users, including moderators and people with accessibility needs, closing shop . Community trust was sacrificed, too. Disgusted with Reddit for how it handled third-party apps, abruptl


Look! It’s freakin’ bats. I love Halloween.
Music, Arts & Literature / 9h
othmeralia : Image from: A philosophical account of the works of nature (1721) by Richard Bradley


New Aegean Airlines Uniforms: Bold & Blue
76One Mile at a Time / 10h
Greek Star Alliance carrier Aegean Airlines has just unveiled its new employee uniforms , and they’re sure to turn some heads… Aegean’s fashionable new uniforms Aegean Airlines is currently in the process of refreshing its fleet, taking delivery of new fuel efficient Airbus A320neo-family aircraft . The airline has all new cabins, a new livery, and now also has new employee uniforms. Employees ac


CVS to Pull Cold Medicines After FDA Scientists Say They Don't Work
21Gizmodo / 10h
The era of a common over-the-counter cold medicine is coming to an end. Major retail chain CVS said this month that it will be pulling some cold and cough products made with oral phenylephrine from its shelves. The Food and Drug Administration may soon push for the ingredient to be removed en masse from these OTC… Read more...


FCC aims to investigate the risk of AI-enhanced robocalls
TechCrunch / 10h
As if robocalling wasn’t already enough of a problem, the advent of easily accessible, realistic AI-powered writing and synthetic voice could supercharge the practice. The FCC aims to preempt this by looking into how generated robocalls might fit under existing consumer protections. A Notice of Inquiry has been proposed by Chairwoman Jessica Rosenworcel to be […] © 2023 TechCrunch. All rights res


Make a Mini Loaf of Bread With a Single Cup of Flour
39Lifehacker / 10h
There are loads of simple white bread recipes out there, many of which yield multiple loaves worth of dough. Whether you’re a seasoned bread baker, or trying your hand at yeast breads for the first time, sometimes you just want one small loaf of bread. Here’s a recipe for a single, mini loaf of bread with a short… Read more...


The iPhone 16 may be even pricier than the iPhone 15. Here’s why.
25Mashable / 10h
The iPhone 16 is expected to get a price hike, according to a new report from Nikkei Asia . The cheapest model of the recently released iPhone 15 will run you an absurd $800 and will cost you even more if you want a Pro or Pro Max model with all the cool features. Thanks to unexpected production costs, Apple is reportedly considering a more expensive price tag for the iPhone 16. SEE ALSO: iPhone


9 Great Sci-Fi Crews That Inspired My Interstellar Graphic Novel
50Gizmodo / 10h
My latest book, The Hard Switch, is about the crew of a small cargo ship , comprising Ada, Haika, and Mallic (an extractor, pilot, and engineer, respectively), and as I was thinking about this central trio, I started musing on “crews” in general. What makes a great crew ? Which crew would I most happily join (impending… Read more...


Here’s How The Alaska Pilot Tried To Shut Off Engines Midflight And Take Down The Plane
View from the Wing / 10h
The answer to what transpired actually comes from an internal American Airlines communication about the incident, where the airline explains that “44 year old Joseph Emerson tried “to disable the aircraft engines while at cruise altitude by deploying the engine fire suppressions system.” Continue reading ...


Deal: Singapore Airlines transatlantic flights for 17,500 miles, including premium economy and business-class deals
500+The Points Guy / 10h
Editor’s note: This is a recurring post, regularly updated with new information. While Singapore Airlines has a reputation for offering an exceptional product, booking long-haul premium-cabin awards isn’t easy. You’ll find some award availability using Alaska Airlines Mileage Plan and Air Canada Aeroplan , but you’ll usually find more availability through Singapore Airlines KrisFlyer . KrisFlyer


Tesla Admits the DOJ Is Investigating Its Vehicles' Driving Range
Futurism / 10h
Range Inflation The US Department of Justice is officially investigating whether Tesla exaggerated the advertised ranges of its vehicles, according to new documents the Elon Musk-led company filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission. According to the documents, Tesla "received requests for information, including subpoenas from the DOJ, regarding certain matters associated with personal be


Pixel 8 Pro teardown reveals better cooling, interior “Google” branding
Ars Technica - All content / 10h
The guts of the Pixel 8 Pro, once the cooling pad has been removed. Check out that sweet Google logo! [credit: iFixit ] The Pixel 8 Pro has been out for a few days now, and iFixit got hold of one for a teardown on its YouTube channel. Opening it up doesn't seem much different from last year. Step one is getting past all the phone glue, which involves heating up the screen, pulling the screen away


What’s behind the fresh round of tech layoffs?
45TechCrunch / 10h
But let’s not forget as we dig into the reasons why we are seeing a new wave of tech layoffs that this is more than an academic exploration. © 2023 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.


Use ‘Curb Alerts’ to Get Free Stuff in Your Neighborhood
Lifehacker / 10h
In these interesting economic times when unemployment is low because everyone has, like, four jobs (but still can’t afford rent), you have to get creative . The good news is that no matter how chaotic things are out there, some fundamental economic rules always apply, like the fact that you can often substitute sweat… Read more...


Netflix's Squid Game: The Challenge trailer confirms it missed the message
93Engadget / 10h
Netflix has dropped a trailer for the upcoming reality series Squid Game: The Challenge . The forthcoming show starts with 456 contestants competing for a $4.56 million prize in events repackaged (minus the brutal violence) from the scripted series . What better way to follow a fictional critique of modern capitalism’s exploitation of the financially desperate for profit and entertainment than to


Aquaman's James Wan Says More Topo Is on the Menu
56Gizmodo / 11h
Sure, Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom has been delayed multiple times, but that just means the DC Movie Machine has had more time to prime the media on what to expect from the second installment in the Jason Momoa -led franchise. Today’s fanservice character of the day is “Topo.” Read more...


NASA and Intuitive Machines Three Moon Lander Missions in 2023 and 2024
Next Big Future / 11h
NASA has awarded Intuitive Machines of Houston contracts for science and exploration missions to the South Pole of the moon in 2024. The commercial delivery is part of NASA’s Commercial Lunar Payload Services (CLPS) initiative and the Artemis program. IM-1 Mission The IM-1 mission launch is currently scheduled for a six-day period that opens November ... Read more


Honeybee Robotics Lunar Ice Drill for 2024 NASA Mission
Next Big Future / 11h
The Polar Resources Ice Mining Experiment-1 (PRIME-1) will help scientists search for water at the lunar South Pole, and will be the first in-situ resource utilization demonstration on the Moon. PRIME-1, which will be mounted to a lunar lander, is made up of two components – The Regolith and Ice Drill for Exploring New Terrain ... Read more



NASA Is Completing Lunar South Pole Rover for 2024 Mission
Next Big Future / 11h
NASA’s Artemis lunar rover [called VIPER], the Volatiles Investigating Polar Exploration Rover, will explore the South Pole of the Moon in late 2024 on a 100-day mission. It will assess how much water is available and determine how we get and use the Moon’s resources for future human space exploration. Above – An artist’s concept ... Read more


Six B-21 Raider Stealth Bombers Completed or Being Built
Next Big Future / 11h
There are six B-21 Raider stealth bombers currently completed or under construction. They will soon be starting flight tests. The B-21 Stealth Bomber is smaller than the B-2 Stealth Bomber and uses updated engines. It uses 4 decades of advancement in stealth materials since the B-2 was made. The stealth coatings are lighter versions of ... Read more


Lord and Lady Titles at TSA? Not a Good Idea [Roundup]
View from the Wing / 11h
A roundup of the most important stories of the day. I keep you up to date on the most interesting writings I find on other sites – the latest news and tips. Continue reading ...


13 cards currently offering sign-up bonuses of 100,000 points or more
500+The Points Guy / 11h
Editor’s note: This is a recurring post, regularly updated with new information and offers. Credit card welcome offers are the fastest way to increase your points and miles stash. There’s nothing quite like the thrill of seeing a massive bonus post to your loyalty account. From there, you can start dreaming about using your travel rewards to explore the world. Some of the best travel rewards card


12 Cozy Podcasts to Warm Your Mind, Body, and Soul
Lifehacker / 11h
In today’s fast-paced world, as glaring screens and blaring social media notification demand our attention, the allure of a cozy podcast offers a soothing respite. Picture yourself nestled under a warm blanket, a steaming cup of your favorite drink in hand, and the gentle voice of a host guiding you through a world of… Read more...


Women are using Tyla's viral 'Water' dance to test their partners
Mashable / 11h
Tyla's "Water" has been making waves on TikTok, with users attempting to copy the South African singer's intricate Bacardi moves. And it looks like the seductive song continues to pick up steam with a new spin-off trend. You can find countless videos of TikTokkers writhing and shaking their groove thang to the catchy tune. With such suggestive moves associated with the trendy song, women on TikTo


Yes, you really will need a ‘visa’ to visit Europe: What to know about ETIAS
200+The Points Guy / 11h
Come 2025, Americans and Brits will be required to apply for the European Travel Information and Authorisation System and pay a small fee to visit Europe. Although sometimes referred to as a “visa,” this is actually just an online application and preauthorization. It will be much easier to obtain and much less expensive than a traditional travel visa. ETIAS is set to launch sometime in mid-2025,


All Nippon Airways’ Inefficient Airbus A380 Fleet
500+One Mile at a Time / 11h
All Nippon Airways is the Airbus A380 operator with the smallest fleet of these aircraft. The airline actually never really wanted these jets , but acquired them when Skymark Airlines went bankrupt, in hopes of securing the carrier’s Haneda slots. Up until now, the airline has only ever had two A380s in service, though the company has just started flying its third (and final) A380. I can’t help b


Build-your-own-chip startup wants everyone to design and fab their own processor via a simple UI – but Nvidia, Intel et al needn’t worry for now
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 11h
Chip design, particularly building Custom Application Specific Integrated Circuits (ASICs), normally costs more than $100 million and takes roughly three years to move from concept to production. But Zero ASIC is automating chip design using a no-code approach. The company has revealed it will begin offering customers early access to its ChipMaker platform, which it claims can quickly assemble cu


Feds expand Tesla investigation to include vehicle range, personal benefits
27TechCrunch / 11h
Tesla has the attention of the U.S. Department of Justice — again. Tesla has received requests for information, including subpoenas from the DOJ, the automaker disclosed Monday in a U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission filing. The DOJ issued subpoenas related to perks, the advertised range of its EVs and personnel decisions, according to the filing. […] © 2023 TechCrunch. All rights reserved.


Star Citizen’s Squadron 42 campaign is “feature complete” after 11 years
Ars Technica - All content / 11h
Enlarge / Gillian Anderson's likeness has been promoting Star Citizen since 2015. (credit: Cloud Imperium Games) Eleven years ago, Wing Commander designer Chris Roberts announced Star Citizen, an online multiplayer game that he said would "change the way people perceive games for the PC." Roberts told Ars' Kyle Orland soon after that he didn't enjoy the four-year development of another hit, Freel


Dev sets up “goatse” trap for sites that steal his free web game
28Ars Technica - All content / 11h
Enlarge / Is this "evocative" header image stretching the limits of good taste? (credit: Aurich Lawson | Getty Images) Here at Ars, we've seen time and again how simple web and/or mobile games can be cloned or outright stolen by unscrupulous developers aiming to cash in on someone else's game concept. But developer Josh Simmons was in a unique position to inflict a particularly rude punishment on


Yes, this beetle runs out of a frog’s anus to survive being swallowed alive
65Ars Technica - All content / 11h
Ursula Vernon, aka T. Kingfisher, won the 2023 Hugo for best novel and found inspiration for her acceptance speech in a 2020 study about a species of water beetle that survives being swallowed alive by a frog by escaping through the frog's butt. Credit: Shinji Sugiura, 2020. Inspiration can come from the most unlikely places, as fantasy author Ursula Vernon , aka T. Kingfisher, clearly knows. Ver


Apple HomePods now have native YouTube Music support
Engadget / 11h
The Venn diagram of HomePod owners and YouTube Music subscribers probably doesn't have a lot of overlap. However, those who use both Apple's speakers and Google's music streaming service may be pleased to learn that the two now play more nicely together. YouTube Music is now available natively on HomePod, meaning that you can ask Siri to play tracks from the service even if your iPhone, iPad or A


The U.S. Is in for a Warm, Wet Winter With El Niño
Gizmodo / 11h
Temperatures are currently cooling down across the U.S., but much of the country is in for a warmer, wetter winter than usual, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration said in this year’s winter outlook . Read more...


All the Different Retirement Accounts You Can Take Advantage Of
Lifehacker / 11h
Saving for retirement is a crucial part of everyone’s financial planning. I’ve recommended before that dividing your money into multiple accounts helps you see all your saving goals separately. A big part of that is taking advantage of retirement-specific accounts in order to invest in your future. So, how can… Read more...


Matthew Vaughn Says Superhero Films Should Be Better
200+Gizmodo / 11h
Matthew Vaughn , the director of X-Men: First Class (2011), the Kingsman franchise, and the upcoming Argylle , shared a few opinions on superhero films at New York Comic Con last week. “I genuinely don’t know what’s happening with the superhero in the sense that, I do think, maybe we all need a little bit of time off… Read more...


Interstellar Tune-Up: NASA’s Voyager Spacecraft Get Crucial Updates
88Gizmodo / 11h
NASA’s Voyager team has rolled out important measures in an attempt to further prolong the interstellar journey of the two Voyager spacecraft, which have been transmitting data from deep space since 1977. Read more...


seasons-in-hell:Henry Weston Keen Skull Crowned with Snakes and...
Music, Arts & Literature / 11h
seasons-in-hell : Henry Weston Keen Skull Crowned with Snakes and Flowers



Google's Chrome Browser Could Soon Help You Hide Your IP Address
44Gizmodo / 11h
If you’re on the internet browsing with the recently redesigned Google Chrome , you’re probably not the most privacy-minded person out there. Still, the world’s most popular browser is gearing up to allow users to hide their IP address from websites, even without a VPN . Read more...


The GitHub Black Market That Helps Coders Cheat the Popularity Contest
42Wired / 12h
Popularity on GitHub can open valuable doors for developers and startups. Underground stores sell “stars” on the platform, offering coders a way to literally fake it till they make it.


Sonos home theater sets are up to 20 percent off this weekend
Engadget / 12h
Between October 27 and 29, home theater sets from Sonos will be 20 percent off. The Ray + Sub Mini, which is regularly priced at $708, will be available for $565.99. The rare deal on the subwoofer and soundbar bundle, which works great for listening to music or getting a more immersive movie-watching experience, could make a great holiday gift for someone living in an apartment or smaller space.


Amazon Rolls Out Passkeys as Big Tech Bids Farewell to Passwords
77Gizmodo / 12h
You can now use passkeys to sign into your Amazon account, the company announced on Monday. Amazon is following suit from other big tech players who are moving away from passwords and towards biometrics, such as your fingerprint or face, as well as pins to secure your digital identity. Read more...


These Refurbished Blink Cameras Are up to 66% Off
Lifehacker / 12h
Keeping an eye inside and outside your home is a lot more affordable with Woot’s fall sale on Blink devices. They’re selling refurbished Blink cameras for up to 66% off , starting at $15 until Oct. 27 at 1 a.m. ET or until supplies last. Read more...


Federal Investigators Widen Tesla Inquiry, Company Says
26NYT > Technology / 12h
The Department of Justice has sought documents related to vehicle range and “personal benefits,” Tesla said.


How to watch the animatronic nightmare 'Five Nights at Freddy's' from home
Mashable / 12h
'Five Nights at Freddy's' premieres in theaters and on Peacock Oct. 27. Here are the best ways to watch: BEST OVERALL Peacock Premium annual subscription $39.99/year with code BIGTENFAN BEST FOR XFINITY CUSTOMERS Peacock Premium Free with eligible Xfinity accounts (save $5.99/month) BEST FOR SPECTRUM CUSTOMERS Peacock Premium Free for one year (Spectrum TV customers) or 90 days (Spectrum internet


How to watch Xbox’s third-party games showcase
Engadget / 12h
Xbox is presenting a showcase on Wednesday to highlight the various third-party titles coming to Microsoft’s gaming consoles, Windows computers and Game Pass. The festivities kick off on Wednesday, October 25 at 1PM EST. You can watch via the official YouTube channel or on Twitch. The stream promises a “fresh mix of indie games and familiar favorites” from third-party companies like Remedy, Studi


TikTok is testing 15-minute uploads with select users
39TechCrunch / 12h
TikTok is testing the ability for users to upload 15-minute videos, the company confirmed to TechCrunch on Monday. The social media giant said the new upload limit is being tested in select regions with a limited group of users, but declined to share specifics. The new option increases the video upload limit on the app […] © 2023 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.


Squid Game: The Challenge Goes Full Meta With Reality Show
Gizmodo / 12h
The social experiments seen in Netflix’s Squid Game dystopian future series have become real in our dystopian present : the trailer for the reality game show inspired by the hit series gathers 456 real contestants to put their skills to the test for that grand, glass-pig-encased prize of $4.56 million. Read more...


Tesla just demonstrated the bulletproof nature of its Cybertruck… by unloading a Tommy gun into one
20TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 12h
There was a fantastic moment during the unveiling of the Tesla Cybertruck back in 2019, when lead designer Franz von Holzhausen threw a metal ball at the window of his hard work to prove the quality of the “armor glass” only for it to shatter. Elon Musk then had to finish the rest of the presentation stood in front of a busted up truck and subsequently explain on Twitter that von Holzhausen smack


Firefox Translate Is Coming to Thunderbird Mail
How-To Geek / 12h
The recent Firefox 118 release introduced us to Fullpage Translation, a tool that automatically translates webpages to your native language without the use of external servers. This privacy-focused solution to web translation is now a "development priority" for Thunderbird, Mozilla's email software. Firefox translations in Thunderbird should arrive in Q1 2024.


Riley Reid Launches Site for Adult Performers to Create AI Versions of Themselves
95Futurism / 12h
Adult film star Riley Reid isn't afraid of artificial intelligence — so instead of allowing others to leverage her likeness without her consent, she's getting in on the ground floor. As recently launched independent media company 404 Media reports , Reid has cofounded a new company called Clona.ai that allows personalities like herself to create AI chatbot versions of themselves — and instead of


'Squid Game: The Challenge' trailer eerily recreates deadly children's games
Mashable / 12h
Excited for Season 2 of Squid Game ? Well, too bad — there's no release date in sight. However, if you still want to satisfy your craving for death games, you can soon turn to Netflix's reality show version of its most-watched show ever: Squid Game: The Challenge . Aside from entirely missing the point of Squid Game and reportedly being a hazardous nightmare to film , Squid Game: The Challenge lo


Michigan State University Employee Suspended After Hitler Image Loomed Over Football Stadium
Gizmodo / 12h
Michigan State University has suspended an employee it said was responsible for allowing a quiz question about Hitler and an image of the dictator to be broadcast on the video screen before the school’s football game against Michigan on Saturday. The School’s Associate Athletic Director, Matt Larson issued an apology… Read more...


It’s too late for nuclear to save the climate
22TechCrunch / 12h
Even with the new designs, nuclear power probably won’t be enough to make a difference because its biggest hurdles aren’t technical at all. © 2023 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.


12 best family ski resorts in the US
100+The Points Guy / 12h
Editor’s note: This is a recurring post, regularly updated with new information and offers. Whether your child is a snowboarding teen used to shredding powder or a newbie headed to ski school for the very first time, many mountain resorts across the U.S. are perfect for a family ski trip . Skiing can be a terrific family activity in winter , as the après-ski scene provides just as much fun as tim


Use This Tool to Get Your Preferred Seat on Any Flight
Lifehacker / 12h
There are a number of ways to get a better seat assignment when you fly , but if you have a specific seat in mind that’s not available when you book, and you don’t want to constantly be checking back, ExpertFlyer can alert you if and when it does open up. Read more...


Face Search Engine PimEyes Blocks Searches of Children’s Faces
NYT > Technology / 12h
The change came in response to worries that the service could be used nefariously by a stranger.



Epic: Air Greenland Launching Flights To Iqaluit, Canada
1KOne Mile at a Time / 12h
In the summer of 2024, Air Greenland will be launching what might just be one of the coolest airline routes ever, connecting Greenland to the Canadian Arctic. I first wrote about this last week, but the flight is now on sale, so I