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Rivian cuts dozens on manufacturing team ahead of R2 launch

techcrunch.com Sean O'Kane 2026-02-26 17:58:29

Rivian has laid off around 140 employees, or roughly 1% of its workforce, as it prepares for the launch of its more affordable R2 SUV in 2026, TechCrunch has learned. The cuts were mostly made to Rivian’s manufacturing team and have been ongoing since Wednesday, according to multiple former employees who were granted anonymity to speak about the layoffs. Some employees were told that the company was eliminating roles that created “process inefficiencies.” Rivian confirmed the cuts in an email

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The Social Network Part 2 in development, trades startup drama for whistleblowers and algorithmic chaos

techspot.com Rob Thubron 2026-02-26 20:19:00

Something to look forward to: One of the best movies ever made about the tech industry, The Social Network, is getting a quasi-sequel. The story of Facebook and Mark Zuckerberg will continue with original writer Aaron Sorkin returning. He will also be taking David Fincher's place behind the camera this time around. 2010's The Social Network, an adaptation of Ben Mezrich's book The Accidental Billionaires, follows the story of Facebook and creator Mark Zuckerberg's early days. It was nominated f

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Video Shows Large Crane Collapsing at Safety-Plagued SpaceX Rocket Facility

futurism.com Unknown 2026-02-26 21:05:48

Elon Musk’s Texas Starbase is still reeling from its latest Starship explosion. Now, it has a crane collapse to deal with too. As eagle-eyed Starbase watchers flagged in a livestream from earlier this week, one of the cranes at the site of the explosion — which was, according to CBS News 4, powerful enough to be picked up by weather radar — collapsed in a heap in the middle of the day. "This has always been one of my biggest fears in every industry I've worked in," tweeted Zack Golden, the Spa

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Spike in Pancreas Problems From Weight-Loss Drugs Prompts Investigation

gizmodo.com Ed Cara 2026-02-26 22:37:46

Ozempic and similar GLP-1 drugs seem to be hurting some people’s pancreas. UK health officials are planning to study the link between GLP-1 use and acute pancreatitis, following an increase in reported cases this year. The Guardian reported Tuesday that the UK’s Medicines and Healthcare Products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) is launching an investigation into pancreatitis associated with the drug class. Hundreds of residents have complained about pancreas problems after taking semaglutide or other r

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The 8 Best Home Arcade Machines (2025), Tested and Reviewed

wired.com Simon Hill 2026-02-26 22:00:00

Here are a few things to keep in mind when you go shopping for home arcade machines. Size and placement: Home arcade machines tend to be big and heavy. Check the measurements and ensure you have a suitable space in mind. It will need a power outlet. It should also be within Wi-Fi range if it can connect to the internet, and many of these machines don’t have great Wi-Fi connectivity. Some space around the cabinet is also great for onlookers to cheer you on. Assembly and build quality: Some home

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Man pleads guilty to hacking networks to pitch security services

bleepingcomputer.com Unknown 2026-02-27 03:03:40

A Kansas City man has pleaded guilty to hacking multiple organizations to advertise his cybersecurity services, the U.S. Department of Justice announced on Wednesday. 32-year-old Nicholas Michael Kloster was indicted last year for hacking into the networks of three organizations in 2024, including a health club and a Missouri nonprofit corporation. According to court documents, Kloster accessed the systems of a health club that operates multiple gyms in Missouri after breaching a restricted ar

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The BBC is launching a paywall in the US

theverge.com Emma Roth 2026-02-27 03:41:05

is a news writer who covers the streaming wars, consumer tech, crypto, social media, and much more. Previously, she was a writer and editor at MUO. The BBC wants to make people in the US pay for its content. The public broadcaster announced on Thursday that it will start offering US-based users an $8.99 per month (or $49.99 per year) subscription for “unlimited” access to news stories, feature reports, and the BBC News channel livestream. Users in the US will still get free access to “select”

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Meta admits wrongly suspending Facebook Groups but denies wider problem

feeds.bbci.co.uk Unknown 2026-02-27 08:24:59

Meta admits wrongly suspending Facebook Groups but denies wider problem 36 minutes ago Share Save Graham Fraser and Imran Rahman-Jones Technology reporters Share Save Getty Images Meta says it is "fixing" a problem which has led to Facebook Groups being wrongly suspended - but denied there is a wider problem with its platforms. In online forums, Group administrators say they have received automated messages stating, incorrectly, that they had violated policies so their Groups had been deleted

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Alert: There's a Lost Spaceship in the Ocean

futurism.com Unknown 2026-02-27 06:59:05

It's lost forever? Dive Mind In science fiction, we often have the trope of a spacecraft becoming lost in space — but what about being lost at sea? That's what happened this week with an eight-foot-wide experimental spacecraft flown by a European aerospace outfit called The Exploration Company, according to a company statement on LinkedIn. When the vehicle came back to Earth, mission control lost contact with the craft when it entered the ocean. "The capsule was launched successfully, powere

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The $177 million AT&T data breach settlement could mean a payout for you - how to qualify

zdnet.com Artie Beaty 2026-02-27 08:48:00

NurPhoto/Getty Images If you're a current or former AT&T customer, a new class action settlement means you might be in line for a little cash. Earlier this year, the company confirmed two major data breaches -- one from 2019 or earlier and one from 2024. The stolen data, which ultimately ended up for sale on the dark web, included social security numbers, names, email addresses, mailing addresses, phone numbers, dates of birth, and more. Also: 184 million passwords leaked across Facebook, Goo

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The Social Network Part II Is Coming and Aaron Sorkin Is Taking on a New Role

gizmodo.com Matt Novak 2026-02-27 08:10:18

It’s been 15 years since The Social Network hit theaters, giving moviegoers an iconic look at the shady history of Facebook and Mark Zuckerberg. And after years of rumors about a sequel, it sounds like Part 2 is finally happening. Aaron Sorkin, the writer of The Social Network, is set to both write and direct The Social Network Part II, according to a new report from Deadline. The original movie was directed by David Fincher, known for movies like Fight Club (1999), Gone Girl (2014), and The Gi

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Mexico’s President Has Had Just About Enough of Elon’s Exploding Rockets

gizmodo.com Passant Rabie 2026-02-27 08:38:03

After a string of failed test flights and exploding rockets, Mexico has had enough of its neighboring SpaceX facility. Mexico’s President Claudia Sheinbaum is threatening to sue over possible contamination from SpaceX’s rocket launches that sometimes rain bits of debris across the nearby border. During a news conference on Wednesday, Sheinbaum said she was looking into filing the necessary lawsuits against SpaceX’s possible violations, The Guardian reported. “There is indeed contamination,” She

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Anthros Chair V2 Review: Surprisingly Great

wired.com Julian Chokkattu 2026-02-27 08:03:00

It's rare for me to keep sitting on a chair I'm reviewing well after I've given it enough testing time. Usually, I want to hop back on my Herman Miller Embody, which feels just right for my body. But the Anthros V2 has been a pleasant surprise. It's been on my radar for several months, thanks to endless Instagram marketing reels, but honestly, those just made me even more skeptical. Anthros is a newcomer to the scene, only launching the first version of the chair in 2023. It makes grand claims

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The Download: Google DeepMind’s DNA AI, and heatwaves’ impact on the grid

technologyreview.com Rhiannon Williams 2026-02-27 12:10:00

When scientists first sequenced the human genome in 2003, they revealed the full set of DNA instructions that make a person. But we still didn’t know what all those 3 billion genetic letters actually do. Now Google’s DeepMind division says it’s made a leap in trying to understand the code with AlphaGenome, an AI model that predicts what effects small changes in DNA will have on an array of molecular processes, such as whether a gene’s activity will go up or down. It’s just the sort of ques

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Snow - Classic Macintosh emulator

news.ycombinator.com Thomas W. 2026-02-27 09:08:00

About Snow emulates classic (Motorola 680x0-based) Macintosh computers. It features a graphical user interface to operate the emulated machine and provides extensive debugging capabilities. The aim of this project is to emulate the Macintosh on a hardware-level as much as possible, as opposed to emulators that patch the ROM or intercept system calls. It currently emulates the Macintosh 128K, Macintosh 512K, Macintosh Plus, Macintosh SE, Macintosh Classic and Macintosh II. The emulator is writ

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Google clears the air about that Gemini email, says ‘this update is good for users’

androidauthority.com Unknown 2026-02-27 15:25:08

Google has clarified what Gemini’s upcoming July 7 update for Android devices really means and how it’ll affect Android users. The company responded to an email query from Android Authority, confirming that Gemini will soon be able to help with everyday tasks like sending messages, making phone calls, and setting timers, even if Gemini Apps Activity is turned off. This initially sparked confusion after Google sent out a vague email to users, stating that Gemini would soon be able to “help you u

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New Gemini Live tricks make your calendar and notes easier to access

androidauthority.com Unknown 2026-02-27 20:52:24

Mishaal Rahman / Android Authority TL;DR Gemini Live can now interact with other Google apps during flowing conversations. It can add or edit entries in Calendar, Keep, and Tasks, and fetch live location in Maps. Captions in Gemini Live are also rolling out more widely. Gemini is inching closer to being the intelligent virtual assistant Google touts it to be. Google recently flipped the switch for a set of controls that allow Gemini to access information from other Google apps in real time.

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The best MacBook for 2025: Which Apple laptop should you buy?

engadget.com Unknown 2026-02-27 21:01:26

Engadget has been testing and reviewing consumer tech since 2004. Our stories may include affiliate links; if you buy something through a link, we may earn a commission. Read more about how we evaluate products . As expected, Apple didn’t reveal any new hardware during WWDC this year. The event is typically reserved for announcing software and services upgrades, so we're not surprised. That means our recommendations for the best MacBooks remain the M4 MacBook Air for most people, the M4 MacBook

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CISA: AMI MegaRAC bug enabling server hijacks exploited in attacks

bleepingcomputer.com Unknown 2026-02-27 20:38:05

CISA has confirmed that a maximum severity vulnerability in AMI's MegaRAC Baseboard Management Controller (BMC) software is now actively exploited in attacks. The MegaRAC BMC firmware provides remote system management capabilities for troubleshooting servers without being physically present, and it's used by several vendors (including HPE, Asus, and ASRock) that supply equipment to cloud service providers and data centers. This authentication bypass security flaw (tracked as CVE-2024-54085) ca

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I found an AirTag alternative that's just as good but for half the price

zdnet.com Maria Diaz 2026-02-27 20:45:12

ZDNET's key takeaways The Spigen Tag Me Bluetooth trackers are available for $39 for a four-pack These trackers perform as well as the AirTag yet are half the price; they have a small loop to attach to items without purchasing separate accessories Unfortunately, they only work with the Apple Find My network. $39.99 at Amazon I've learned to add Bluetooth trackers to my frequently lost items the hard way. My husband is forgetful, and we have three little kids who are still learning to look aft

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How to clear your Android phone cache (and why it makes such a big difference)

zdnet.com Elyse Betters Picaro 2026-02-27 21:00:16

Elyse Betters Picaro / ZDNET Google recently released Android 16 to Pixel devices and select OEMs, bringing performance improvements, new Material You changes, and more upgrades. If you want to try this update but are hesitant because you've noticed your Android phone or tablet already feels too sluggish, clearing app and browser caches can give it a fresh boost and free up some storage space. Over time, cached data can accumulate, become corrupted, or simply get outdated, which may slow down

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GIF export in Snipping Tool begins rolling out to Windows Insiders

news.ycombinator.com Windows Insider Blog 2026-02-24 14:45:39

Hello Windows Insiders, today we are beginning to roll out an update to Snipping Tool to Windows Insiders in the Canary and Dev Channels on Windows 11. Snipping Tool (version 11.2505.21.0) GIF export In this update, we are adding GIF export for screen recordings – designed to boost your productivity and turn quick captures into shareable moments. To get started, open Snipping Tool’s screen recorder via Win + Shift + R or launch the app and toggle to screen recording mode. Record a screen rec

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I'm Done With Citronella. This $35 Device Keeps Mosquitos at Bay Without the Odor

cnet.com See Full Bio 2026-02-27 21:00:04

Longer, hotter summers means a longer mosquito season. If June's heat waves are any indication of what's to come, you better have a plan for bugs. I was winging it with fickle citronella and stinky bug spray until I discovered the Thermacell -- an affordable bug repellent diffuser that has kept my evenings almost completely bite-free since I started using it. The Thermacell works better than any mosquito repellant I've tried. David Watsky/CNET Massachusetts-based Thermacell makes a line of dev

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'Ironheart' Release Schedule: When to Watch Episodes 4, 5 and 6 on Disney Plus

cnet.com See Full Bio 2026-02-27 23:00:06

Following her debut in Marvel's Black Panther: Wakanda Forever, Riri Williams has her own streaming TV show: Ironheart. Dominique Thorne was initially introduced as the character in the Ryan Coogler-directed blockbuster film as a brilliant teenage MIT student who created a vibranium detector that caught the attention of the CIA, Wakandans and, um, a water-dwelling god. Ironheart's first three episodes are now streaming on Disney Plus. Pulled from the pages of Marvel's comic books, the young inv

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Dell 16 Plus 2-in-1 Review: The Mini-LED Display Shines but There's Little Else to Get Excited About

cnet.com See Full Bio 2026-02-27 23:00:07

CNET’s expert staff reviews and rates dozens of new products and services each month, building on more than a quarter century of expertise. 7.3 / 10 SCORE Dell 16 Plus 2-in-1 $1,450 at Dell Pros Bright, striking mini-LED display Strong productivity performance Sturdy chassis Cons Poor battery life Subpar speakers Mushy keyboard At the beginning of 2025, Dell introduced a sweeping rebrand to its laptop product stack in an attempt to simplify its offerings. One of the results of the rebrand

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Google clears the air on Gemini email, says ‘this update is good for users’

androidauthority.com Unknown 2026-02-27 21:25:08

Google has clarified what Gemini’s upcoming July 7 update for Android devices really means and how it’ll affect Android users. The company responded to an email query from Android Authority, confirming that Gemini will soon be able to help with everyday tasks like sending messages, making phone calls, and setting timers, even if Gemini Apps Activity is turned off. This initially sparked confusion after Google sent out a vague email to users, stating that Gemini would soon be able to “help you u

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Finally, a wallet tracker as effective as an AirTag (and you won't believe the price)

zdnet.com Maria Diaz 2026-02-28 00:35:11

ZDNET's key takeaways The SwitchBot Wallet Tracker Card is on sale right now for under $20. This slim wallet tracker works with Bluetooth and the Apple Find My network, is IP67 waterproof, and is almost as reliable as an Apple AirTag. It only works with iOS, not Android, and its battery isn't replaceable or rechargeable. $17.99 at Amazon The SwitchBot Wallet Finder Card is on sale for only $18 on Amazon. Losing stuff is a huge issue in my home. My husband constantly loses his keys and wallet

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AccessOwl (YC S22) is hiring an Elixir Engineer to connect 100s of SaaS

news.ycombinator.com Unknown 2026-02-28 00:00:43

TL;DR: Senior Software Engineer specializing in Elixir while using AI daily, seeking a fully remote role within ±3 hours of CET (Berlin). You thrive on solving real problems, are eager to grow, and want to work closely with a small, tight-knit team to transform how companies worldwide manage their SaaS tools. 💶 If this role isn't for you but you know someone great, share a referral with us. If we end up hiring them and they are out of the termination period, you'll get €3000 (first half when hi

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'Cyber plague': Experts warn of growing infostealer threat after billions of login details exposed

cnbc.com Dylan Butts 2026-02-28 00:56:39

"Someone, somewhere is having data exfiltrated from their machines as we speak," says Volodymyr Diachenko, co-founder of the cybersecurity consultancy SecurityDiscovery. Cybercriminals have intensified their efforts to steal and sell online passwords, experts warn. The alarm comes after the discovery of online datasets containing billions of exposed account credentials. The 30 datasets comprised a whopping 16 billion login credentials across multiple platforms, including Apple, Google and Face

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Hacker 'IntelBroker' charged in US for global data theft breaches

bleepingcomputer.com Unknown 2026-02-27 21:54:22

A British national known online as "IntelBroker" has been charged by the U.S. for stealing and selling sensitive data from victims worldwide, causing an estimated $25 million in damages. The indictment, revealed today by the U.S. Attorney's Office for the Southern District of New York, accuses Kai West, a 25-year-old British man, of using the handle "IntelBroker" in a years-long campaign to steal and sell data from government agencies and networks, companies, and critical infrastructure. As se

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Rivian cuts dozens on manufacturing team ahead of R2 launch

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Video Shows Large Crane Collapsing at Safety-Plagued SpaceX Rocket Facility

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Anthros Chair V2 Review: Surprisingly Great

The Download: Google DeepMind’s DNA AI, and heatwaves’ impact on the grid

Snow - Classic Macintosh emulator

Google clears the air about that Gemini email, says ‘this update is good for users’

New Gemini Live tricks make your calendar and notes easier to access

The best MacBook for 2025: Which Apple laptop should you buy?

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I found an AirTag alternative that's just as good but for half the price

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Google clears the air on Gemini email, says ‘this update is good for users’

Finally, a wallet tracker as effective as an AirTag (and you won't believe the price)

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'Cyber plague': Experts warn of growing infostealer threat after billions of login details exposed

Hacker 'IntelBroker' charged in US for global data theft breaches

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