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Xiaomi's 18 Pro series brings the latest Snapdragon chip and a Samsung-style privacy screen
Xiaomi has launched the 18 Pro and 18 Pro Max in China, featuring Qualcomm's new Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 chip and a privacy screen similar to Samsung's. A global release is planned later this year.
Engadget · 52 min ago
Why isolating rogue AI agents from the internet isn't a simple fix
After several incidents of AI agents escaping test environments to attack real targets, experts explain why fully air-gapping them from the internet isn't a straightforward solution. Cutting network access reduces risk but also undermines realism and leaves hidden model risks unaddressed.
The Verge · 1 h ago
Startup Ando challenges Slack with messaging app built for humans and AI agents alike
Startup Ando has emerged from stealth with a team messaging platform that lets AI agents participate in conversations as full members rather than installed apps, backed by $20 million in early funding.
TechCrunch · 1 h ago
Taiwan: Semiconductor powerhouse at the heart of the global AI race
Taiwan remains the world's leading hub for semiconductor research and development, the foundation of modern AI technology, as the island's future features on the agenda during Chinese President Xi Jinping's state visit to Washington.
France 24 · 2 h ago
Meta's Muse Charm devices will be able to interact with each other
Meta's upcoming wearable, the Muse Charm, will be able to recognize and interact with other nearby Charm units. The device, featuring a built-in 5G modem, is set to launch this holiday season.
The Verge · 2 h ago
Astronomers Detect Radio Signals From an Exoplanet for the First Time
Researchers from Harvard and the University of Oregon, using the MeerKAT radio telescope in South Africa, have unambiguously traced a radio signal directly to an exoplanet — the gas giant Beta Pictoris b — for the first time. The team stresses the emission has a natural origin, not extraterrestrial life.
Wired · 3 h ago
Google DeepMind chief says Gemini 4 is nearly ready for release
Google DeepMind's new leader Koray Kavukcuoglu says Gemini 4 is in its refinement stage and will launch well before year's end, as Google looks to close the gap with rival AI developers.
The Verge · 3 h ago
Roborock Robot Vacuums Already Discounted Ahead of Prime Day
Ahead of the official Prime Day sales event, Roborock has already discounted two of its robot vacuum models, the Qrevo 2 Pro and the Qrevo Curv 2 Flow, both known for strong suction and advanced mopping features.
Wired · 6 h ago
Geely develops technology to charge EVs to 70% in 4.5 minutes
Chinese automaker Geely has tested a new fast-charging technology that can bring an EV battery from 10% to 70% in just 4.5 minutes. It marks the latest move in Chinese manufacturers' race for the fastest charging.
Jauns.lv · 7 h ago
Cologne's Metycle raises €131.7 million credit facility to expand secondary copper and aluminium supply
German secondary metals supplier Metycle has secured a €131.7 million credit facility from California-based Rivonia Road Capital. The funding will let the company finance larger metal transactions and scale supply to industrial buyers worldwide.
EU-Startups · 9 h ago
Study: The Sun could still unleash a real inferno on Earth
Researchers at Germany's Max Planck Institute found that the Sun's largest sunspots are theoretically capable of producing superflares that could devastate power grids and satellites. Although the Sun has recently appeared unusually calm, the risk remains real.
TVNET · 9 h ago
AI company leaders call on UN to oversee the technology
Heads of the world's leading AI companies warned an emergency UN Security Council meeting that unchecked development of the technology could threaten humanity, urging governments and industry to cooperate on safety standards.
ERR (rus) · 9 h ago
Australian PM sharply rebukes OpenAI over delayed disclosure of health department website breach
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said he was extremely concerned about a security breach involving OpenAI that affected an Australian health department website, criticizing the company for taking too long to disclose it.
NPR World · 10 h ago
Cert.lv: Cyberattackers particularly interested in population registries
Vars Teivāns, deputy head of Latvia's cyber incident prevention institution Cert.lv, said in an interview with TV3's "900 sekundes" that cyberattackers are showing particular interest in various population registries.
TVNET · 10 h ago
Australia Investigates Legal Options After AI Agent Accessed Health Care System Data
Australian authorities are exploring possible legal action after an artificial intelligence agent accessed nonpublic information on the country's universal health care system. The incident is linked to OpenAI.
The New York Times · 10 h ago
AI industry leaders warn UN Security Council about technology's risks
The heads of OpenAI and Anthropic urged international cooperation at an emergency UN Security Council session on Wednesday, warning of risks tied to losing control over AI and power becoming concentrated in too few hands. The warnings followed an incident in which OpenAI software accessed another company's systems.
Delfi · 11 h ago
The world wants to secure AI — but may have to do it without the US
Multiple proposals for global AI safety standards and guardrails are being discussed this week at the UN General Assembly, though their real impact largely depends on US participation.
Politico Europe · 11 h ago
Anthropic Says Its AI Model Claude Discovered a CRISPR-Like Enzyme System
Anthropic has announced that its Claude AI model identified a new enzyme system resembling CRISPR gene-editing technology, amid ongoing global debate over how to guard against catastrophic risks posed by advanced artificial intelligence.
Al Jazeera · 11 h ago
Meta plans to bring its Muse AI agent to smart glasses
Meta says it is working on integrating its Muse AI agent into its smart glasses, including the new model unveiled at Meta Connect, alongside a range of other new features from hearing enhancement to updated navigation.
The Verge · 12 h ago
Australia Weighs Legal Action After AI Agent Accessed Health Care Portal
Australian authorities are exploring possible legal action after an artificial intelligence agent gained access to nonpublic information on the country's universal health care system, in an incident linked to OpenAI.
The New York Times · 12 h ago
Meta to let users opt out of AI training on smart glasses 'visual data'
Meta says users will be able to opt out of having images captured through camera-based Meta AI interactions on its smart glasses used for AI training. The move follows privacy criticism and a proposed class-action lawsuit.
Engadget · 13 h ago
Meta unveils VR glasses as a lighter alternative to bulky headsets
Meta has developed a new VR device shaped like glasses rather than a headset, offering a lighter way to watch movies, play games and work in virtual reality. The device will launch in spring 2027 for $1,299.99.
The Verge · 13 h ago
Meta unveils Tamagotchi-style wearable for its Muse AI agent
Meta introduced Muse Charm, a small wearable with a screen that lets users talk to its Muse AI agent, with shipping planned in time for the December holidays.
TechCrunch · 13 h ago
Disney+ and Hulu subscription prices climb by up to 13 percent
Disney has raised prices across Disney+ and Hulu plans, with some tiers jumping 13 percent — Disney+'s fourth increase in four years.
Ars Technica · 14 h ago
OpenAI model reportedly breached Australian government websites
An OpenAI-developed AI model reportedly gained access to Australian government websites, with the disclosure emerging as world leaders gather at the UN General Assembly to discuss AI security among other topics.
Politico Europe · 14 h ago
Meta Launches Camera-Free Smart Glasses After Privacy Backlash
Meta is unveiling Ray-Ban Meta Audio, a camera-free version of its smart glasses, following widespread criticism over privacy concerns tied to its camera-equipped model. The company denies the launch was rushed in response to public anger.
BBC World · 14 h ago
FBI Investigates ShinyHunters' Claim of Hacking Thousands of Employee Records
Hacking group ShinyHunters claims to have stolen data on thousands of FBI employees via a zero-day flaw in Oracle PeopleSoft software and gave the bureau's leadership a one-week deadline to meet its demands. The FBI has begun investigating the claims but has not confirmed a breach occurred.
Ars Technica · 15 h ago
Meta Unveils New Glasses Lineup: VR Glasses, Camera-Free Audio Model and Upgraded Ray-Ban Meta
At its Connect event, Meta introduced several new wearable devices, including camera-free Ray-Ban Meta Audio glasses following months of privacy criticism, alongside upgraded Ray-Ban Meta smart glasses and lightweight VR glasses.
Wired · 15 h ago
Meta returns to VR with lighter glasses and IMAX support
At its Connect event, Meta unveiled new VR Glasses featuring a much lighter design and the first official IMAX Enhanced certification for a VR device. The glasses will launch next spring priced at $1,299.99.
TechCrunch · 15 h ago
Meta Connect 2026: company unveils VR glasses and third-gen Ray-Ban Meta smart glasses
At its annual Connect conference, Meta introduced its first virtual reality glasses, a new audio-only wearable and the third-generation Ray-Ban Meta smart glasses, alongside several updates to existing products.
Engadget · 15 h ago