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Meet Wukong, the AI Chatbot China Has Installed on Its Space Station

wired.com Jorge Garay 2025-11-12 22:33:10

The latest addition to China’s Tiangong space station is an AI chatbot with expertise in navigation and tactical planning. Named Wukong AI—after the protagonist of the “Monkey King” legend in Chinese mythology, Sun Wukong—the chatbot was introduced on the space station in mid-July, and has already completed its first mission: supporting three taikonauts during a spacewalk. Information about Wukong AI remains limited. Chinese authorities have said that they developed it from a domestic open-sour

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Orange Belgium discloses data breach impacting 850,000 customers

bleepingcomputer.com Unknown 2025-11-12 23:07:11

Orange Belgium, a subsidiary of telecommunications giant Orange Group, disclosed on Wednesday that attackers who breached its systems in July have stolen the data of approximately 850,000 customers. Orange Belgium provides fixed and mobile connectivity services to over 3 million customers in Belgium and Luxembourg, employs 1,500 staff, and claims to operate the largest 4G/5G network in the country. Last year, the company reported total service revenues of €1.34 billion. When BleepingComputer r

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Home Depot sued for 'secretly' using facial recognition at self-checkouts

news.ycombinator.com Pesala Bandara 2025-11-12 04:23:19

A customer has sued Home Depot, claiming the retail giant has been secretly using facial recognition technology on customers with cameras placed at self-checkout kiosks. Earlier this month, Benjamin Jankowski, a frequent Home Depot shopper, filed a proposed class action lawsuit against the company. He claims the retailer’s self-checkout kiosks use facial recognition technology that scans and collects people’s facial details without their permission. In the lawsuit, Jankowski says cameras at th

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‘Kirby Air Riders’ on Switch 2 Makes a Better Case for the GameCube Than Nintendo Ever Did

gizmodo.com Kyle Barr 2025-11-12 10:03:37

“I have no idea what is happening right now.” I sigh several variations of that phrase in the hour I spend playing through a sliver of Nintendo’s upcoming Switch 2 exclusive Kirby Air Riders. I’m tired after a full day’s work—somewhere between fried and manic—but the racing game, which director Masahiro Sakurai quipped in his Tuesday Nintendo Direct was “basically Mario Kart,” is akin to being thrown hurtling down the mouth of a kaleidoscope at 200 miles per hour. I know I won some races and ba

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Microsoft's gutting of discounts for some clients likely baked into guidance, analyst says

cnbc.com Jordan Novet 2025-11-12 22:18:04

Microsoft said last week that it plans to stop providing discounts on enterprise purchases of its Microsoft 365 productivity software subscriptions and other cloud applications. Since the announcement, analysts have published estimates on how much more customers will end up paying. But for investors trying to figure out what it all means to Microsoft's financials, analysts at UBS said the change is already factored into guidance. "In our view, it is safe to assume that the impact of the pricin

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Want to learn Linux? These 5 games make it fun - and they're free

zdnet.com Jack Wallen 2025-11-12 23:00:20

Jack Wallen / Elyse Betters Picaro / ZDNET ZDNET's key takeaways If you need to up your Linux skills, play a game. There are several games, each focusing on a different skill. These games are free to play as often as you need. Get more ZDNET: Add us as a preferred Google source. For many, the idea of learning Linux is a task best left to the geeks. The good news is that desktop Linux has become so easy to use that you don't have to worry about the challenges that may have kept you from div

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French firm Gouach is pitching an Infinite Battery with replaceable cells

news.ycombinator.com Unknown 2025-11-09 08:32:44

E-bike batteries are, for the most part, a collection of 18650 batteries, packaged together and welded in series and parallel, attached to a battery management system (BMS). A "dead" e-bike battery may only have two or three truly dead cells inside, while the remainder work fine. This is useful knowledge that, for the most part, very few e-bike owners can really use. Arc welders are not a common tool to own, and most e-bike batteries are not designed to be opened, safely or otherwise. French fi

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Advice for Tech Non-Profits

news.ycombinator.com Unknown 2025-11-12 21:30:45

August 20, 2025 My family and I regularly contribute to various philanthropic causes. In the range of contributions we make, I've noticed that technical non-profits are far and away the worst at attracting eager donors like myself when compared to other causes. In this blog post, I'll share what I've learned from my own activity with other causes as well as what I've learned from spending more time with donors in general. This blog post will be biased towards larger donations, but I think many

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Tour Championship 2025: TV Schedule, How to Watch, Stream All the PGA Tour Golf From Anywhere

cnet.com See Full Bio 2025-11-12 21:00:03

The 30 top ranked golfers battle it out in Atlanta this weekend for the pivotal Tour Championship, with Scottie Scheffler aiming to become the first player to defend their FedEx Cup crown. Keep reading to find out the best live TV streaming services you can use to watch each day of the tournament live wherever you are in the world, and how to use a VPN if they're not available where you are. Scheffler heads to East Lake Golf Club after a dramatic victory at the BMW PGA Championship last weeken

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Alibaba says smart car spinoff Banma plans to list shares in Hong Kong

cnbc.com Ari Levy 2025-11-13 02:18:06

Alibaba -backed Banma, a provider of technology for smart cars, is planning to list shares on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange, according to a filing. In a filing dated Aug. 21, Alibaba said it currently owns about 45% of Banma and will continue to control over 30% of the company's stock after the listing. Banma said in a filing that the announcement does not guarantee a listing will take place. Banma, founded in 2015 and based in Shanghai, is "principally engaged in the development of smart cockp

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Thank You, Jimmy Fallon, for Making the Google Pixel 10 Event Fun

cnet.com See Full Bio 2025-11-12 20:15:00

You might not know that Google has its own line of Pixel smartphones, but you probably do know Jimmy Fallon. I'm so pleased to report to you all today that Fallon, host of The Tonight Show, absolutely stole the show while hosting today's Made by Google keynote. In the first 10 minutes of the keynote, Fallon brought back excitement, poked fun at the absurdities of a tech event and ushered in an authenticity that is, frankly, usually lacking from the tech CEOs who typically kick off these kind of

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You can add Alexa to your car for just $19.99

androidauthority.com Unknown 2025-11-13 06:06:37

Driving has become an essential part of our lives. Did you know that the average driver spends about an hour on the road daily? It’s a good idea to make that time safer and more enjoyable. This deal on the Amazon Echo Auto accomplishes it for just $19.99! Buy the Amazon Echo Auto for just $19.99 ($35 off) This offer is available directly from Amazon as a “limited time deal.” This is actually a record-low price, which means this device has never been cheaper. Amazon Echo Auto (2nd Gen) Amazon E

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Understanding Moravec's Paradox

news.ycombinator.com Morgan Howells 2025-11-09 11:36:51

Understanding Moravec's Paradox Morevec's paradox is a little weird in a few ways. First it's not a paradox, and second it's widely miss-interpreted. At its core, Moravec's paradox is the observation that reasoning takes much less computation compared to sensorimotor and perception tasks. It's often (incorrectly) described as tasks that are easy for humans are difficult for machines and visa versa. The answer from the human's side is relatively simple to explain. As hypothesised by Morvec, hum

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Masimo sues US Customs over Apple Watch blood oxygen workaround

9to5mac.com Marcus Mendes 2025-11-13 11:40:37

Last week, when Apple announced the release of a “redesigned Blood Oxygen feature” to the Apple Watch, many figured Masimo (who had been suing Apple over patents related to the feature), would look for a way to fight back. Today, the company did just that and filed a new lawsuit. But this time, it’s against the US Customs and Border Protection. Here’s why. A bit of background When Apple released the Blood Oxygen feature on the Apple Watch, medical device maker Masimo sued over alleged patent i

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Show HN: PlutoPrint – Generate PDFs and PNGs from HTML with Python

news.ycombinator.com Unknown 2025-11-13 10:37:58

PlutoPrint PlutoPrint is a lightweight and easy-to-use Python library for generating high-quality PDFs and images directly from HTML or XML content. It is based on PlutoBook’s robust rendering engine and provides a simple API to convert your HTML into crisp PDF documents or vibrant image files. This makes it ideal for reports, invoices, or visual snapshots. Invoices Tickets Installation pip install plutoprint PlutoPrint depends on PlutoBook. For faster installation, it is highly recommended

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The 3 Best Espresso Machines You Can Buy in 2025

cnet.com See Full Bio 2025-11-13 11:02:00

My evaluation process for a home espresso machine is similar to how I test standard drip coffee makers. First, I hand-wash and dry all removable parts and accessories. For most espresso machines, that includes the filter basket, metal portafilter inserts, water tank and so on. Next, I run one brewing cycle with just hot water to flush away any residual material from manufacturing. Most automatic espresso machines, save for fancy super-automatic models, lack an integrated coffee grinder, and I p

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21 Best Early Labor Day Sales on WIRED-Tested Gear (2025)

wired.com Louryn Strampe 2025-11-13 11:07:07

Labor Day is not until September 1, but retailers are already offering oodles of Labor Day deals. The unofficial end of summer, a celebration of the American worker's contribution to our national prosperity, brings with it bargains on WIRED-tested gear, including home office essentials and some of our favorite gadgets. For the next couple of weeks, we'll be cruising and perusing for the latest true discounts on the gear we recommend to our friends—and rounding them all up for you below. Check o

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Google’s Gemini Live AI assistant will show you what it’s talking about

theverge.com Emma Roth 2025-11-13 11:58:03

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. Posts from this author will be added to your daily email digest and your homepage feed. Google is bringing a bundle of new features to Gemini Live, its AI assistant that you can have real-time conversations with. Next week, Gemini Live will be able to highlight things directly on your screen while sharing your camera, making it easier for the AI as

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Google, sorry, but that Pixel event was a cringefest

techcrunch.com Sarah Perez 2025-11-13 10:46:36

“I P 6 8! I P 6 8!,” shouted late-night host Jimmy Fallon, trying and failing to fake excitement about the new Pixel smartphones. Fallon, who likely had never heard the technical term before, didn’t seem to realize that IP68 — a rating that indicates phones can survive being submerged in water — isn’t all that interesting as a selling point, nor is this water-resistance feature new to Google’s Pixel line. It’s been around since the 2018 Pixel 3. We’re on the Pixel 10 now, for reference. In a su

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Space is open for business with Even Rogers and Max Haot at TechCrunch Disrupt 2025

techcrunch.com Techcrunch Events 2025-11-13 11:45:00

The next era of the space economy isn’t just about rockets and satellites — it’s about infrastructure, autonomy, and entirely new models for building and defending off-Earth assets. At TechCrunch Disrupt 2025 this October 27–29 in San Francisco’s Moscone West, the Space Stage is where this shift gets real. If you’re ready to explore how next-gen tech meets the cosmos, grab your ticket before prices rise on September 1 and save your seat at the Space Stage. Building the new backbone of space I

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Google is expanding a key anti-theft feature to make your apps more secure

androidauthority.com Unknown 2025-11-13 16:43:51

Hadlee Simons / Android Authority TL;DR Android’s Identity Check feature is being expanded in the upcoming Android 16 QPR2 update to better protect your sensitive apps. The feature will now enforce biometric-only authentication for any app that uses the biometric prompt, removing the screen lock credential as a fallback. This optional security measure will prevent thieves who know your PIN from accessing sensitive apps when you’re outside of a trusted location. Late last year, Google announc

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Apple Watch Ultra 3 will likely be my first Ultra model for two reasons

9to5mac.com Ryan Christoffel 2025-11-13 15:50:31

Apple Watch Ultra 3 is almost here, and rumors indicate it should be very much worth the two-year wait between upgrades. Here are two reasons I’m leaning toward making Apple Watch Ultra 3 my first ever Ultra model. #1: Bigger screen than ever before Apple Watch Ultra has historically offered a significantly larger display than other Apple Watch models. But that changed last year, when Apple Watch Series 10 eclipsed it. This year, however, all signs point to Apple Watch Ultra 3 retaking the sc

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‘How Apple AirPods Work’: This awesome video just made me love my AirPods even more

9to5mac.com Marcus Mendes 2025-11-13 16:36:07

Even if you’ve never wondered about how Apple manages to pack so much advanced tech inside its teeny tiny AirPods, do yourself a favor and set aside a few minutes to watch this awesome breakdown by the always fascinating folks at the Real Engineering YouTube Channel. Watch the video below. You’d be hard-pressed to find an event in which Apple didn’t proudly feature one of those animations of an exploded set of AirPods, and the dozens of impossibly tiny pieces that snugly fit together inside eac

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The game studio building a new BioShock just had mass layoffs

theverge.com Jay Peters 2025-11-13 16:15:48

is a news editor covering technology, gaming, and more. He joined The Verge in 2019 after nearly two years at Techmeme. Posts from this author will be added to your daily email digest and your homepage feed. The team working on the next BioShock game is losing a third of its staff. According to Bloomberg, Take-Two is laying off more than 80 people at Cloud Chamber, which has been working on a new BioShock title, and the game has been delayed from a planned launch in late 2026 or early 2027. T

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Sketch update brings Liquid Glass effects, macOS 26 and iOS 26 libraries, more

9to5mac.com Marcus Mendes 2025-11-13 21:53:48

Sketch is out with a new update today featuring support for Liquid Glass-like effects, complete with blur, distortion, depth, and chromatic aberration controls. Here’s what it looks like. New glass effects feature a full set of custom controls Although Sketch is still working on its macOS Tahoe 26 redesign, the company is releasing Barcelona, its second 2025 update. Alongside styling, libraries and components, and performance improvements, Sketch Barcelona (2025.2.1) brings a new glass effect

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Learning about GPUs through measuring memory bandwidth

news.ycombinator.com Unknown 2025-11-13 15:35:18

Learning About GPUs Through Measuring Memory Bandwidth At Traverse Research, we need to have a deep understanding of GPU performance to develop our benchmark, Evolve. Additionally, we sometimes do projects for very specific hardware where we need to know all the ins and outs of this hardware. One way we do this is by using microbenchmarks to measure specific parts of the GPU to get new insights. In this article, we will share what we learned from measuring the memory bandwidth of various GPUs.

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10 Creepy Tales to Stream for Free on Tubi

gizmodo.com Cheryl Eddy 2025-11-13 21:15:05

The sheer amount of content on free streamer Tubi is both exciting and a bit intimidating. However, if weird horror is what you seek, you need only dig past the overstuffed landing page to find some surprisingly intriguing selections. Here are 10 picks we recommend to get you started. Eden Lake Writer-director James Watkins’ Speak No Evil remake might’ve been a bust, but his 2008 directorial debut starring Kelly Reilly (Yellowstone), Michael Fassbender (X-Men), and Jack O’Connell (Sinners) is

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Starship launches could delay Florida flights up to 2 hours, FAA says

techcrunch.com Aria Alamalhodaei 2025-11-13 21:49:25

As regulators weigh SpaceX’s plans to launch its massive Starship rocket from Kennedy Space Center, federal documents warn those flights could ripple through Florida airspace, forcing ground stops at multiple airports, reroutes, and delays of up to two hours. Even after launch, reentry of Starship’s two stages could require ground stops at some of the busiest airports in the country, according to a draft environmental impact statement (EIS) released by the Federal Aviation Administration this m

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Using pollen to make paper, sponges, and more

arstechnica.com Unknown 2025-11-14 02:13:32

At first glance, Nam-Joon Cho’s lab at Singapore’s Nanyang Technological University looks like your typical research facility—scientists toiling away, crowded workbenches, a hum of machinery in the background. But the orange-yellow stains on the lab coats slung on hooks hint at a less-usual subject matter under study. The powdery stain is pollen: microscopic grains containing male reproductive cells that trees, weeds, and grasses release seasonally. But Cho isn’t studying irksome effects like h

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Windows 11 test brings AI file search to the Copilot app

theverge.com Emma Roth 2025-11-14 02:54:52

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. Posts from this author will be added to your daily email digest and your homepage feed. Microsoft is testing out a Windows 11 update that lets you use AI to search through your files and images directly from the Copilot app. This test is currently rolling out to Windows Insiders on Copilot Plus PCs and allows you to use more descriptive language wh

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Meet Wukong, the AI Chatbot China Has Installed on Its Space Station

Orange Belgium discloses data breach impacting 850,000 customers

Home Depot sued for 'secretly' using facial recognition at self-checkouts

‘Kirby Air Riders’ on Switch 2 Makes a Better Case for the GameCube Than Nintendo Ever Did

Microsoft's gutting of discounts for some clients likely baked into guidance, analyst says

Want to learn Linux? These 5 games make it fun - and they're free

French firm Gouach is pitching an Infinite Battery with replaceable cells

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Alibaba says smart car spinoff Banma plans to list shares in Hong Kong

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You can add Alexa to your car for just $19.99

Understanding Moravec's Paradox

Masimo sues US Customs over Apple Watch blood oxygen workaround

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The 3 Best Espresso Machines You Can Buy in 2025

21 Best Early Labor Day Sales on WIRED-Tested Gear (2025)

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Space is open for business with Even Rogers and Max Haot at TechCrunch Disrupt 2025

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The game studio building a new BioShock just had mass layoffs

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Learning about GPUs through measuring memory bandwidth

10 Creepy Tales to Stream for Free on Tubi

Starship launches could delay Florida flights up to 2 hours, FAA says

Using pollen to make paper, sponges, and more

Windows 11 test brings AI file search to the Copilot app

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