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Ecommerce sites risk AI invisibility when product data loads via JavaScript

An Entrepreneur contributor writing about ecommerce optimization warns that many online store pages render prices, inventory and specs using JavaScript, which most AI crawlers cannot execute. As a result, pages that rank well on Google may return blank or incomplete data to AI shopping assistants like ChatGPT, effectively excluding those products from AI-generated recommendations. The piece cites OpenAI's research team estimating roughly 50 million daily shopping-related queries on ChatGPT alone.

Apple support guide details common fixes for iPads that won't charge

A troubleshooting guide outlines the most frequent reasons an iPad fails to charge, including faulty or underpowered chargers, damaged cables, extreme temperatures, and batteries that have been fully drained after long periods of disuse. It recommends using official or high-wattage first-party chargers, testing multiple cables and outlets to isolate the problem, and avoiding charging in very hot or cold conditions.

Anthropic co-founder says AI 'kill switch' rules may need to be mandatory

Anthropic co-founder Jack Clark told the BBC that regulators may eventually need to require AI companies to have a verifiable shutdown mechanism, checkable by outside parties, to disable systems that become too dangerous. He said most AI labs already have some way to pull the plug internally, but argued this should become part of the broader policy debate rather than left to individual firms.

RTX 5090 disappears from major US retailers, third-party prices hit $9,500

Nvidia's RTX 5090 has vanished from first-party retail listings at Newegg and Amazon, leaving only third-party marketplace sellers offering the card at prices ranging from roughly $6,400 to $8,700, with some listings even higher. This marks a sharp jump from the $4,299 median price seen in June and the $5,199 low tracked in early September, with stock disappearing entirely within about two weeks. Micro Center remains the lone major retailer still selling the card near its typical price.

Anthropic's Amodei Urges Third-Party Oversight, Not a Full AI Pause

Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei called on AI companies to open their systems to independent evaluators and work with government bodies to establish shared safety standards. Rather than a moratorium on development, he framed this as a call for structured oversight mechanisms to keep pace with rapid AI progress.

Material Security and BleepingComputer to host webinar on Google Workspace breach risks from old app integrations

BleepingComputer will host a live webinar on September 23, 2026, in partnership with Material Security, examining real, documented breaches of Google Workspace caused by forgotten third-party app permissions. Speakers Rajan Kapoor of Material Security and Rick Fitzgerald of Fireside Consulting will walk through case studies and outline which security controls matter most for fast-growing companies with limited resources.

Google's Antigravity terms warn third-party tool use could trigger account suspension

Google's new Antigravity coding assistant carries terms of service stating that using it through unauthorized third-party integrations may lead to suspension of a user's Google account. A Google representative pushed back publicly on claims mischaracterizing the policy, saying critics were misrepresenting how it actually works and noting internal discussions about eventually allowing the harness and subscription to work with other surfaces.

Costco Quietly Shuts Down Costco Next Marketplace

Costco Next, a platform that gave Costco members access to discounted products from vetted third-party suppliers, has stopped working for many customers over the past several days. Users report being unable to access the marketplace, and Costco has not issued a public explanation for the disruption or shutdown.

Automakers' factory film on CarPlay screens should be removed, not left on

A viral TikTok video mislabeled the plastic covering on new cars' CarPlay touchscreens as a permanent screen protector, but it's actually a temporary shipping film meant to guard the display during transport and delivery. Manufacturers do not intend for drivers to keep it on long-term, since prolonged exposure to heat can cause the adhesive or plastic to melt onto the screen.

Amazon Third-Party Seller Ships Mug Instead of $1,400 RTX 5080, Fakes Delay Notice

A Reddit user who paid nearly $1,400 for an MSI RTX 5080 SUPRIM Liquid SOC graphics card on Amazon received only a cheap vacuum mug instead. The third-party seller included a pamphlet with AI-generated images claiming the mug was a free gift and that the actual GPU would ship separately in about seven days due to bulk ordering, directing the buyer to a suspicious email address for tracking or refund requests.

Meta AI becomes fourth chatbot to reach Apple CarPlay

Meta AI has begun appearing as a CarPlay-compatible app on iPhone, joining ChatGPT, Perplexity and Grok as third-party chatbots available in Apple's car interface. However, many users currently see a 'not supported' message when launching it, suggesting the rollout is still in limited testing, and a paid Meta AI account doesn't unlock access either.

McKesson confirms data breach after ShinyHunters claims 284 million patient records stolen

McKesson, a major U.S. healthcare and pharmaceutical distributor, disclosed in an SEC filing that it discovered unauthorized access to third-party applications and data exfiltration on August 25, 2026. The extortion group ShinyHunters claims responsibility, alleging it stole 284 million patient records, though McKesson has not confirmed the scope or named the affected applications. The company says its investigation is ongoing and has not yet determined whether the incident is financially material.