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Nvidia and partners including Acer, Asus, Dell, Gigabyte, HP and MSI will release a 64GB version of the GB10-based DGX Spark system on October 23, priced from $4,999. The new tier sits alongside the existing 128GB configuration, which currently sells for roughly $7,000 to $9,000 due to memory shortages.
SharkNinja has released the Ninja Prepi, a food prep device the company markets as a 'meal prep system' rather than a food processor. The design uses a detachable motor pod that snaps onto a lid, which then sits atop interchangeable bowls of different sizes that double as storage containers, and includes a separate dicing kit accessory.
Rapid7 researchers identified two malware campaigns using Linux backdoors that closely mimic legitimate Asian network security appliances. One campaign involves new variants of the BPFdoor implant and a modified Rekoobe trojan designed to impersonate South Korea's SpamSniper anti-spam software, while the other uses a newly identified tool called AVERAT. The implants replicate filenames, firewall-permitted traffic patterns, and operational behaviors of the genuine products to avoid detection.
Beehiiv has increased its subscription prices, with the Lite plan now starting at $139 per month for up to 10,000 subscribers, up from $109. The Pro plan has also risen to $239 monthly from $219. Despite offering a free tier for creators with fewer than 2,500 subscribers, the price hike has led some users to express frustration on social media, citing concerns over profitability and platform features.
Rivian has issued a recall affecting roughly 14 R2 SUVs after discovering that fasteners on the high-voltage battery pack were not properly tightened, a defect that can cause loss of power while driving. The company will repair or replace affected components as needed, and says it has reprogrammed the assembly-line station at its Normal, Illinois plant that caused the under-torqued fasteners. Rivian told NHTSA it knows of no accidents, injuries or fatalities tied to the issue, though some owners reported problems on Reddit and the blog RivianTrackr.
The European Network for Payments (ENP) has been established by major European payment providers, including Bizum, Bancomat, Wero, SIBS-MB WAY, and Vipps MobilePay, to create a unified infrastructure. Covering 70% of Europe's population, ENP aims to connect existing networks for seamless cross-border and in-person transactions, with plans to expand into online payments. The initiative seeks to reduce Europe's dependence on US-based payment giants like Visa and Mastercard.
Christie's is auctioning a physical scroll that was transmitted by carrier pigeon in 2001 as part of a real-world implementation of RFC 1149, the 1990 joke internet standard written by David Waitzman. Members of Norway's Bergen Linux User Group printed IP packets as hex strings, attached them to pigeons, and flew them roughly three miles between lofts, sending nine packets and receiving four replies. This particular packet was later framed and given to Waitzman himself.
Gias Foods has broadened a recall that began last month to include additional lots of its authentic Italian lemon Alfredo fettuccine, sold under Walmart's Bettergoods private label. The expansion was prompted by concerns over possible Listeria contamination, and customers are being told not to eat the affected pasta.
OpenAI is deploying its new Jalapeño AI chip in racks alongside AMD's EPYC Turin CPUs, each configured with 1.5TB of memory, rather than Nvidia's newer Vera processor. Richard Ho, OpenAI's VP and Head of Hardware, told Tom's Hardware that Turin was chosen for pragmatic reasons, calling Vera 'a little bit behind' in maturity and noting partners already had experience with AMD's chip.
A piece by former competitive archer Juan Carlos recounts how increased desire to win and public scrutiny can heighten stress and degrade athletic performance, using his own experience at the Spanish indoor archery championship as an example. He describes arriving as a favorite but facing added pressure as an outsider using unconventional training methods.
Nacon has announced the Revolution 5 Unlimited, which it calls the first officially licensed PS5 controller with a built-in screen for adjusting settings like joystick sensitivity and remapping buttons. The screen also lets users mix audio from a connected phone with game sound through wired headphones. Preorders open today at $229.99 via Nacon's online store, with shipping expected later this year.
Joanna Gaines said she and husband Chip had drifted from Magnolia's original purpose after nearly 25 years building the lifestyle, retail and media brand. She said a specific decision helped them refocus, though the exact change was not detailed. Leadership experts cited in the report said the move was the right one for the founders.