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Tesla's inaugural Robotaxi rides will have a human 'safety monitor' on board

A select few will soon get to experience Tesla's robotaxi service for the first time, but they won't be alone in the car. The company plans to launch its fully autonomous ride-hailing service in Austin, Texas tomorrow, but a "Tesla Safety Monitor" will accompany the first riders, according to email invitations sent out to "Early Access Riders." It's unclear what capabilities the safety monitor will have, but they will sit in the front passenger seat of a self-driving Model Y. The email outlined

Learn you Galois fields for great good (2023)

Learn you Galois Fields for Great Good (00) Navigation | first | next Introduction This is the introduction to a series on Abstract Algebra. In particular, our focus will be on Galois Fields (also known as Finite Fields) and their applications in Computer Science. This is a project I've been excited about for many years now, but have been too busy to dedicate the adequate effort to meet my perfectionism standards (yay perfectionism!). Backstory Many moons back I was self-learning Galois Fie

Captain Cook's missing ship found after sinking 250 years ago

Your support helps us to tell the story Read more Support Now From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our latest documentary, 'The A Word', which shines a light on the American women fighting for reproductive rights, we know how important it is to parse out the facts from the messaging. At such a critical moment in US history, we need

Samsung embeds IronSource spyware app on phones across WANA

In recent months, we have received numerous reports from users across West Asia and North Africa (WANA) expressing alarm over a little-known but deeply intrusive bloatware application—AppCloud—pre-installed on Samsung’s A and M series smartphones. Without users’ knowledge or consent, this bloatware collects sensitive personal data, cannot be removed without compromising device security, and offers no clear information about its privacy practices. AppCloud, developed by the controversial Israeli

Scaling our observability platform by embracing wide events and replacing OTel

TLDR # Observability at scale: Our internal system grew from 19 PiB to 100 PB of uncompressed logs and from ~40 trillion to 500 trillion rows. Efficiency breakthrough: We absorbed a 20× surge in event volume using under 10% of the CPU previously needed. OTel pitfalls: The required parsing and marshalling of events in OpenTelemetry proved a bottleneck and didn’t scale - our custom pipeline addressed this. Introducing HyperDX: ClickHouse-native observability UI for seamless exploration, correlatio

Behind the scenes: Redpanda Cloud's response to the GCP outage

On Jun 12th, 2025, Google Cloud Platform (GCP) experienced an unfortunate global outage triggered by an automated quota update to their API management system. What was a major outage for a large part of the internet was just another normal day for Redpanda Cloud customers. While GCP dealt with the widespread disruption that impacted many critical services, Redpanda Cloud clusters in GCP remained stable, thanks to being purposely designed for the SLA we offer, along with a cell-based architectur

The GoPro Hero 13 Black Is the Best 5.3K60 Camera, and Now Hits an All-Time Low on Amazon

GoPro is the leading brand for action cameras and the Hero 13 Black is the latest to carry that flag (released in early 2025). This camera is the ultimate in what an action cam is capable of in a tiny rugged package for adventurers and content creators who want the newest features. From extreme sports to travel vlogs to family moments, this camera is built to keep pace with your most ambitious endeavors. You can currently find the GoPro Hero 13 Black on Amazon for $329, discounted from its init

Amazon Isn’t Waiting for Prime Day, This Three-Port USB-C Charger Is Almost Free

Anyone who has wrestled with a tangle of cables and chargers is familiar with the frustration all too well. Modern living means multiple devices and each one seems to have its own power source. That’s why Amazon’s latest deal is such a breath of fresh air: the Anker 65W three-port charger is available at an all-time low price and it’s a smart buy if you’re looking to simplify their power needs. Right now, the Anker Nano II 65W three-port charger is on sale for just $29, thanks to an extra coupo

Reddit Looks to Get in Bed With Altman’s Creepy ‘World ID’ Orbs for User Verification

Gaze into the Orb if you want your upvotes. According to a report from Semafor, Reddit is actively considering partnering with World ID, the verification system co-founded by OpenAI CEO Sam Altman, to perform user verification on its platform. Per the report, Reddit’s potential partnership with World ID would allow users to verify that they are human by staring into one of World ID’s eye-scanning orbs. Once confirmed to be a real person, users would be able to continue using Reddit without reve

Are Ford and GM Still American?

For decades, Ford and General Motors have been symbols of American industry, blue-collar pride, and heartland grit. From the rugged Ford F-150 to the all-American Chevy, the Detroit Big Three — Ford, GM, and Chrysler (now part of Stellantis) — have dominated the auto market with vehicles built and sold across the United States. The Ford F-150 is a cultural symbol. For many, Detroit remains the heartland of the U.S. auto industry, a perception reinforced by billions of dollars in recent investme

I Get 5G on My Phone at Home, But Why Can't I Get 5G Home Internet? Here's What I Learned

If you can get 5G on your phone while you're at home, you should be able to get 5G internet at your house, right? Not exactly. 5G is no longer new, thanks to efforts from major carriers AT&T, T-Mobile and Verizon, but 5G home internet service isn't strictly available at the same addresses as 5G cellular service. I ran into this when I switched my mobile carrier from AT&T cellular service to T-Mobile phone service. I was immediately impressed with the phone's 5G performance. However, even though

12 of the Best Movies Peacock Has to Offer

Simply put, Peacock has the movies you want to watch. When we talk about the epic titles available to watch on streaming, the conversation tends toward powerhouse streamers like Netflix and Prime Video. As you can conclude from this article, the NBC Universal-owned platform absolutely should be included. It's jam-packed with epic films that would easily elevate any movie night. This should come as no surprise; Universal Pictures is responsible for the very first blockbuster -- Happy 50th Birthd

Why You Should Care About OpenAI's New $200 Million Defense Department Deal

The US Department of Defense has awarded ChatGPT maker OpenAI a $200 million contract to develop "prototype frontier AI capabilities," the government and company announced on Monday. The deal is through the Defense Department's chief digital and artificial intelligence office and is expected to be completed in one year. OpenAI said in its statement that its AI could help the department perform tasks ranging from "transform[ing] its administrative operations ... to streamlining how they look at

I Ordered a Switch 2 From Verizon. It Didn't Go Well

Back on June 5, the Switch 2's launch day, I wrote about Belkin's new accessories for Nintendo's latest game console. I noted I hadn't tried the Belkin accessories yet with my Switch 2; I ordered my console from Verizon, and it wasn't scheduled to arrive until the following day. My Switch 2 didn't arrive on June 6. Or the day after. Or a week later. Or ever. It didn't take a genius to figure out what had happened: Verizon, a company that you don't typically associate with selling game consoles

12 Probiotic-Rich Foods to Keep Your Gut Healthy

Many people talk about probiotics as supplements, but you can actually get these microorganisms through your diet by eating foods high in probiotics. Probiotics can provide benefits such as helping with chronic health issues like IBS and IBD, supporting digestion and maintaining a healthy balance in your gut microbiome by encouraging beneficial bacteria to grow. Fortunately, many probiotic foods are already in your fridge or pantry. You can also find them easily at your local grocery store, so

Best Mattress Toppers for 2025, Tested by Our Sleep Experts

If you need more time before making your next big mattress decision or you're waiting on that next big sale event -- a mattress topper is a good temporary sleep solution. The right mattress topper can add comfort and enhance your sleep quality -- and for far less than the $1,000 a year many US adults said they'd spend on better rest, per a CNET’s sleep survey. CNET’s sleep experts have been testing mattresses and their toppers for years. We carefully evaluate firmness, feel, construction and wa

Best Internet Providers in Denver, Colorado

What is the best internet provider in Denver? CNET's broadband experts have selected Quantum Fiber as the best overall internet provider in Denver, Colorado. Considering Quantum Fiber's range of coverage in the area and its overall speeds, it isn't hard to see why. Furthermore, its variety of plans means it's perfect for individuals living alone and those in a fast-paced family environment. If you're looking for the fastest option, you'll be happy to know that Quantum Fiber checks the box for

How a data center company uses stranded renewable energy

This article originally appeared on Inside Climate News, a nonprofit, non-partisan news organization that covers climate, energy, and the environment. Sign up for their newsletter here. John Belizaire says he has a secret hiding in plain sight. But before revealing it, the CEO of Soluna, a green data center development firm headquartered in Albany, New York, asks people to picture the last time they drove through a gusty stretch of countryside and saw wind turbines in the distance. But when the

Ford Ranger Plug-In Hybrid Review: Prices, Availability, Specs

Fitness for purpose. Take a deftly aimed power tool to all the marketing flim-flam, and you can’t go far wrong with that mantra. There’s no messing around when it comes to a pick-up truck, a vehicle that has a clear job to do, and in most cases does it admirably. Except that even this segment isn’t immune to mission creep, and these hardy vehicles are now expected to double as workhorse and acceptable all-round family transport. The Ford F-150 may typify the breed, but outside of the US the Ran

Samsung’s entry-level Galaxy Watch 7 has returned to its best price to date

I jumped on the smartwatch bandwagon a bit late, but now I can’t go a day without mine. Beyond delivering helpful notifications, it’s perfect for setting timers, tracking workouts, and monitoring my sleeping habits (which are terrible). If you haven’t yet joined the smartwatch party or you’re looking to upgrade, Samsung’s Galaxy Watch 7 is down to $199.99 ($100 off) in the 40mm / Bluetooth configuration at Amazon and Walmart. If you prefer a larger display, the 44mm model is on sale at Amazon st

Nothing Phone 3 specs leak: Big upgrades incoming despite sub-flagship chip

Nothing on X TL;DR Specs of the Nothing Phone 3 have leaked. The phone could get a serious upgrade when it comes to battery life, charging speeds, and camera performance. The source of the leak is not very well known, but they seem to have a decent track record. The Nothing Phone 3 is right around the corner, and a fresh leak suggests it could offer a solid flagship experience, even though the company has confirmed it won’t use the top-tier Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset. While the leak appears

The best Apple Watch of 2025: Expert tested and reviewed

An Apple Watch isn't just an accessory or an excuse for a second screen around your wrist. After a year of testing out the Apple Watch, I've found it to be a helpful sleep tracker, the world's most convenient timer for when my hands are dirty in the kitchen, a phone-free text or call receiver/sender, and an exercise motivator and mid-workout monitor. The Apple Watch started out as a sleek fitness tracker and has evolved into an essential companion for iPhone users. Apple's smartwatches have an

Sega mistakenly reveals sales numbers of popular games

Total sales numbers for various SEGA and ATLUS titles including Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth, Persona 3 Reload, Sonic Frontiers, Shin Megami Tensei V, and Persona 5 Royal were mistakenly revealed in a SEGA SAMMY Management Meeting 2025 presentation published on June 18. The sales numbers, which appear on page 25 of the presentation, are hidden behind a grey block. However, due to the way the PDF file is formatted, simply highlighting the page reveals the presence of text, which can be copied

Delta Chat is a decentralized and secure messenger app

Delta Chat is a decentralized and secure messenger app 💬 Reliable instant messaging with multi-profile and multi-device support ⚡️ Sign up to secure fast chatmail servers or use classic e-mail servers 🥳 Interactive web apps in chats for gaming and collaboration 🔒 Audited end-to-end encryption safe against network and server attacks 👉 FOSS software, built on Internet Standards, avoiding xkcd927 :) Download Available on mobile and desktop.

Cosmoe: BeOS Class Library on Top of Wayland

The current iteration of Cosmoe is a shared library which implements the BeOS class library on top of Wayland. There are no supporting programs, e.g. app_server or registrar, needed to use it. All the necessary functionality is rolled into the library. Apps linked with the library run natively on Linux via Wayland. The previous iteration of Cosmoe (now known as "Cosmoe Classic") is a full port of the Haiku OS to the Linux kernel. It runs inside an SDL window on Linux. It would be possible to de

Unexpected security footguns in Go's parsers

In Go applications, parsing untrusted data creates a dangerous attack surface that’s routinely exploited in the wild. During our security assessments, we’ve repeatedly exploited unexpected behaviors in Go’s JSON, XML, and YAML parsers to bypass authentication, circumvent authorization controls, and exfiltrate sensitive data from production systems. These aren’t theoretical issues—they’ve led to documented vulnerabilities like CVE-2020-16250 (a Hashicorp Vault authentication bypass found by Goog

ClickHouse scales beyond 100 petabytes of logs

TLDR # Observability at scale: Our internal system grew from 19 PiB to 100 PB of uncompressed logs and from ~40 trillion to 500 trillion rows. Efficiency breakthrough: We absorbed a 20× surge in event volume using under 10% of the CPU previously needed. OTel pitfalls: The required parsing and marshalling of events in OpenTelemetry proved a bottleneck and didn’t scale - our custom pipeline addressed this. Introducing HyperDX: ClickHouse-native observability UI for seamless exploration, correlatio

Gear News This Week: Adobe Wants to Make iPhone Photos Better, and TCL Brings Flexibility to Atmos

The brains behind the computational photography that vaulted Google's Pixel phone camera to fame have a new camera app for you to try, this time from Adobe. Marc Levoy and Florian Kainz left Google several years ago, and Adobe's Project Indigo seems to be the fruit of their labor. Courtesy of Adobe The iPhone-only app is available on the App Store for the iPhone 12 Pro and Pro Max, iPhone 13 Pro and Pro Max, plus iPhone 14 and newer. (It's free and doesn't require an Adobe account.) Like the c

Israel Says Iran Is Hacking Security Cameras for Spying

Amid Israeli airstrikes this week and the imminent threat of further escalations by the United States, Iran started severely limiting internet connectivity for its citizens, limiting Iranians' access to crucial information and intentionally pushing them toward domestic apps that may not be secure. Meanwhile, the Israel-tied hacking group known as Predatory Sparrow is waging cyberwar on Iran’s financial system, attacking Iran’s Sepah Bank and destroying more than $90 million in cryptocurrency hel