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Nvidia Is Planning to Launch an Open-Source AI Agent Platform

Ahead of its annual developer conference, Nvidia is readying a new approach to software that embraces AI agents similar to OpenClaw.

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WIRED

Nvidia Is Planning to Launch an Open-Source AI Agent Platform

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Engadget

Rode’s Rodecaster Video Core makes livestreaming even cheaper

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Engadget

Rode’s Rodecaster Video Core makes livestreaming even cheaper

TechCrunch

Electric air taxis are about to take flight in 26 states

The federal government has selected eight proposals to test electric aircraft across 26 states.

1 hour ago

TechCrunch

Electric air taxis are about to take flight in 26 states

Engadget

You can (sort of) block Grok from editing your uploaded photos

1 hour ago

Engadget

You can (sort of) block Grok from editing your uploaded photos

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TechCrunch

OpenAI and Google employees rush to Anthropic's defense in DOD lawsuit

More than 30 OpenAI and Google DeepMind employees signed onto a statement supporting Anthropic's lawsuit against the Defense Department after the agency labeled the AI firm a supply-chain risk, according to court filings.

2 hours ago

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OpenAI and Google employees rush to Anthropic's defense in DOD lawsuit

WIRED

OpenAI and Google Workers File Amicus Brief in Support of Anthropic Against the US Government

Google DeepMind chief scientist Jeff Dean is among the AI researchers and engineers rushing to Anthropic's defense.

2 hours ago

WIRED

OpenAI and Google Workers File Amicus Brief in Support of Anthropic Against the US Government

Engadget

Dutch intelligence services warn of Russian hackers targeting Signal and WhatsApp

2 hours ago

Engadget

Dutch intelligence services warn of Russian hackers targeting Signal and WhatsApp

Ars Technica

Quad Cortex mini amp modeler: All the power, half the size

A warehouse of guitar gear in the palm of your hand.

2 hours ago

Ars Technica

Quad Cortex mini amp modeler: All the power, half the size

Engadget

Bluesky's CEO is stepping down after nearly 5 years

3 hours ago

Engadget

Bluesky's CEO is stepping down after nearly 5 years

Ars Technica

Testing Apple's 2026 16-inch MacBook Pro, M5 Max, and its new "performance" cores

M5 Pro Max's "performance" CPU cores definitely aren't just rebranded E-cores.

3 hours ago

Ars Technica

Testing Apple's 2026 16-inch MacBook Pro, M5 Max, and its new "performance" cores

Ars Technica

US blindsides states with surprise settlement in Live Nation/Ticketmaster trial

States seek mistrial, saying "sudden disappearance" of US will influence jury.

3 hours ago

Ars Technica

US blindsides states with surprise settlement in Live Nation/Ticketmaster trial

Engadget

Apple reportedly delays its planned smart display launch to fall

3 hours ago

Engadget

Apple reportedly delays its planned smart display launch to fall

TechCrunch

Anthropic launches code review tool to check flood of AI-generated code

Anthropic launched Code Review in Claude Code, a multi-agent system that automatically analyzes AI-generated code, flags logic errors, and helps enterprise developers manage the growing volume of code produced with AI.

3 hours ago

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Anthropic launches code review tool to check flood of AI-generated code

TechCrunch

Bluesky CEO Jay Graber steps down

Graber explained that, as a more mature company, Bluesky needs a "seasoned operator focused on scaling and execution." Graber said she feels better suited to building Bluesky's technology itself.

4 hours ago

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Bluesky CEO Jay Graber steps down

WIRED

Bluesky CEO Jay Graber Is Stepping Down

Venture capitalist Toni Schneider will take over as interim CEO as Bluesky’s board of directors hunts for a permanent replacement.

4 hours ago

WIRED

Bluesky CEO Jay Graber Is Stepping Down

Ars Technica

An unlikely set of clues helps reconstruct ancient Chinese disasters

Shang Dynasty oracle bones and modern weather models feature in the same study.

4 hours ago

Ars Technica

An unlikely set of clues helps reconstruct ancient Chinese disasters

TechCrunch

It looks like the DOJ isn't going to break up Live Nation and Ticketmaster

The DOJ and Live Nation agreed to a tentative settlement, but dozens of state attorneys general don't want to drop the lawsuit.

4 hours ago

TechCrunch

It looks like the DOJ isn't going to break up Live Nation and Ticketmaster

Engadget

Uber expands its program that helps pair women riders and drivers

4 hours ago

Engadget

Uber expands its program that helps pair women riders and drivers

Ars Technica

Flexible feline spines shed light on "falling cat" problem

Falling cats in the study also seemed to show a marked preference for turning to the right.

5 hours ago

Ars Technica

Flexible feline spines shed light on "falling cat" problem

TechCrunch

OpenAI acquires Promptfoo to secure its AI agents

This deal underscores how frontier labs are scrambling to prove their technology can be used safely in critical business operations.

5 hours ago

TechCrunch

OpenAI acquires Promptfoo to secure its AI agents

Ars Technica

Don't worry, Valve still plans to launch the Steam Machine "this year"

What part of "this year," exactly, is still anyone's guess.

7 hours ago

Ars Technica

Don't worry, Valve still plans to launch the Steam Machine "this year"

WIRED

Best Base Layers (2026): Merino Wool, Synthetic, and More

Whether you’re layering up for winter cold or looking for an ultralight summer system, I’ve tested and found the best base layers for all your outdoor adventures.

9 hours ago

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Best Base Layers (2026): Merino Wool, Synthetic, and More

WIRED

Apple iPhone 17e Review: MagSafe Makes a Difference

A bump in storage and the addition of MagSafe make Apple’s cheapest iPhone a better value proposition than its predecessor.

10 hours ago

WIRED

Apple iPhone 17e Review: MagSafe Makes a Difference

WIRED

Feeld Was a Dating App for the Freaks. Now Some People Call It ‘Normie Hell’

The app that catered to unconventional kinks is gaining steam among daters with vanilla preferences—and some aren’t happy about it.

10 hours ago

WIRED

Feeld Was a Dating App for the Freaks. Now Some People Call It ‘Normie Hell’