Business & Technology
St. Louis Police Cleared to Fly Drones to 911 Calls
The St. Louis Board of Police Commissioners voted 4-1 to approve rules for a new drone unit that will respond to select 911 calls. The mayor voted no, and the camera-angle pledge appears only in an FAQ, not in the order itself.
DroneXL · 5 Nov, 01:26
AMD Expects to Outsell Intel for the First Time in History in Fourth Quarter
US chipmaker AMD has reported its highest quarterly revenue ever and forecasts about $17 billion in fourth-quarter revenue. That would put it ahead of rival Intel for the first time.
Hacker News (≥150 p.) · 5 Nov, 01:21
Enough Phone opens preorders for compact 5.3-inch smartphone
Enough Phone is taking preorders for its first smartphone, which has a 5.3-inch screen and a user-replaceable battery. It costs $399 for a limited time and $599 afterward.
Ars Technica · 5 Nov, 01:20
Survey: Half of Latvians expect Christmas spending to match last year
A survey commissioned by IKEA shows 51% of Latvian residents plan to spend the same on Christmas as last year. More than half intend to budget up to 120 euros for gifts.
Latvijas Avīze · 5 Nov, 01:19
Westborough Withdraws Zoning Ruling on Amazon Drone Delivery Pad
The building commissioner of Westborough, Massachusetts, vacated an August zoning ruling on Amazon's drone pad after the company withdrew its own application. Amazon says it will file a revised project, which will need a new zoning review.
DroneXL · 5 Nov, 01:19
Cruz moves to add another Republican to US communications regulator before Democrats take Senate
Senator Ted Cruz has scheduled a November 10 hearing for Trump's Federal Communications Commission nominee, Danielle Thumann Severs. Her confirmation would give Republicans a 3-1 edge on the commission before Democrats take over the Senate in January.
Ars Technica · 5 Nov, 01:08
DJI Mic 3 Wireless Microphone Shown in Ten Unconventional Uses
Video creator Jake Sloan demonstrates how the compact DJI Mic 3 wireless microphone can be used beyond a shirt clip: in cars, hats, as a makeshift boom and as a standalone recorder.
DroneXL · 5 Nov, 01:07
Musk's Texas ties: the SpaceX move and millions for Republican campaigns
Elon Musk has tied his companies closely to Texas since 2020 and put nearly half a billion dollars into Republican campaigns in the 2026 midterms. The Ars Technica headline asks what comes next for Musk and SpaceX after Democratic gains in Texas.
Ars Technica · 5 Nov, 01:01
Wing Told Manchester "No Photos," but Its Privacy Policy Mentions Them
A representative of drone delivery company Wing told officials in Manchester, Missouri, that its drones take no photos or live video, yet the company's privacy policy lists low-resolution overhead photos. The mayor said no drone deliveries will happen in the city this year.
DroneXL · 5 Nov, 01:01
US voters back data center limits; tech industry calls it an anti-Trump wave
In the US midterm elections, voters backed most local measures restricting data centers and elected Democratic governors in states building out AI infrastructure. Tech industry figures say the vote reflects opposition to Trump, not to technology.
Ars Technica · 5 Nov, 00:55
FAA Tells YouTuber His Human-Carrying YiVTOL Drone Breaks Ultralight Rules
YouTuber Jimmy of Jimmy's World says the US Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) raised three problems with the YiVTOL S-Zero Plus electric aircraft he flew. The central question is whether it stays under the 254-pound ultralight limit once its batteries are counted.
DroneXL · 5 Nov, 00:55
AMD Posts Record Quarter as Data Center Revenue Nearly Doubles and Gaming Sales Plunge
US chipmaker AMD reported record third-quarter revenue of $13.4 billion, up 45 percent year over year. Data center revenue rose 97 percent, while the gaming segment fell 40 percent.
Ars Technica · 5 Nov, 00:32
iFootage Shark Slider Pico Pro: A Pocket-Sized Slider That Drives DJI Pocket Camera Moves
Creator Jake Sloan has reviewed iFootage's compact motorized Shark Slider Pico Pro, built for small cameras including the DJI Pocket line. The device stores repeatable camera moves and can also control the gimbal of a DJI Pocket.
DroneXL · 5 Nov, 00:32
VMware Launches vSphere Express for Smaller Customers: Up to 128 Cores for $9,600 a Year
VMware, owned by Broadcom, has released vSphere Express, a cheaper virtualization product aimed at small and medium-sized businesses. It follows customer complaints about being pushed toward the costly VMware Cloud Foundation.
Ars Technica · 5 Nov, 00:27
EU Right to Repair: Latvia's Saeima Expected to Adopt Amendments by Year-End
Latvia's parliament is reviewing amendments to the Consumer Rights Protection Law to transpose the EU Right to Repair directive. Member states must apply the new rules from 31 July 2026.
Apollo.lv · 5 Nov, 00:27
Security firm detects residential proxy traffic exiting the White House network
Cybersecurity company Layer3 Intel says its new monitoring platform spotted residential proxy traffic leaving through the US presidential administration's network. The firm believes it may point to an infected device on that network.
Hacker News (≥150 p.) · 4 Nov, 23:46
OpenAI executive urges US politicians to shape AI policy now, ahead of the 2028 election
OpenAI's chief global affairs officer Chris Lehane has published an essay comparing AI's economic impact to the New Deal and urging politicians to craft AI policy. Critics say the proposals mainly serve the company's own interests.
TechCrunch AI · 4 Nov, 23:43
Bright phone grips: why more users are choosing bold designs
A Verge writer explains how larger smartphones pushed her from minimalism to a bright magnetic phone grip. Accessory makers say interest in colorful, playful designs is growing.
The Verge · 4 Nov, 23:43
AT&T's smart security system now works with Google's Gemini for Home
AT&T, the US telecom company, has integrated its Connected Life smart home security system with Google's Gemini for Home AI assistant. The update adds event summaries and natural-language search of recorded video.
The Verge · 4 Nov, 22:55
Pangram expands its AI detection tools to video and images
Pangram, maker of a widely used tool for detecting AI-generated text, has released tools for spotting AI-made video and images. The features are available to subscribers.
Engadget · 4 Nov, 22:55
Hackers stole DreamHost customer files and inboxes during months-long attack
Web hosting company DreamHost has confirmed that a cyberattack beginning in August led to the theft of customer emails and credentials. The breach was only detected last week, after an outage lasting several days.
TechCrunch · 4 Nov, 22:54
Open source AI is booming: Hugging Face's strategy chief on who profits
In a new episode of TechCrunch's Equity podcast, Hugging Face's Irene Solaiman discusses the spread of open source AI models and how companies can capture value. The conversation also covers whether American players can keep pace with Chinese open models.
TechCrunch AI · 4 Nov, 22:11
Open-source AI is booming: Hugging Face explains who profits
On TechCrunch's Equity podcast, Hugging Face policy chief Irene Solaiman discusses how open-source AI models are being used and how companies can capture value from them.
TechCrunch · 4 Nov, 22:11
Google Won't Let Schools Turn Off AI Answers in Search
Google has announced that schools will not be able to disable the AI-generated answers shown atop search results. Starting next year, the only way to avoid them will be to block search entirely.
Wired · 4 Nov, 22:08
Building on Open Source AI: What Startups Should Know About Costs, Risks and Trade-Offs
In TechCrunch's Equity podcast, Hugging Face policy chief Irene Solaiman discusses the costs, risks and trade-offs of open AI models. Topics include the rise of Chinese models and the security of open platforms.
TechCrunch AI · 4 Nov, 21:11
Google Pixel 11 phones on sale with discounts of up to 27 percent
Through November 8, Google's Pixel 11 smartphones are discounted at US retailers. The best offer is on the Pixel 11 Pro, cut from $1,099.99 to $799.99.
The Verge · 4 Nov, 21:09
God of War Laufey delayed to May 20, 2027
Santa Monica Studio has pushed back its PlayStation 5 exclusive God of War Laufey by three months. The game is now due on May 20, 2027.
Engadget · 4 Nov, 20:11
ChatGPT can now create animated GIFs
OpenAI's chatbot ChatGPT can now produce animated GIFs from a text prompt or an uploaded photo, as part of the new Images 2.6 model. The company says users now generate over 4 billion images per week.
The Verge · 4 Nov, 20:10
Kickstarter Campaign Launches Compact 5.3-Inch Android Phone, the Enough Phone
A new startup is raising funds on Kickstarter for the Enough Phone, an Android handset with a 5.3-inch screen. It will come with standard Android 17 or the restricted OdysseyOS, with shipping planned for May 2027.
Wired · 4 Nov, 20:10
Apple Tests Siri Recaps: Automatic Notes from Conversations on Apple Watch
Apple has introduced four new audio features for Apple Watch Series 12 in the first developer betas of iOS 27.3 and watchOS 27.3. A TechCrunch writer who tried Siri Recaps found it useful, while noting privacy concerns and areas for improvement.
TechCrunch · 4 Nov, 19:11
Apple's Siri Recaps tested: automatic notes from conversations, with mixed impressions
Apple has introduced four audio features for Apple Watch Series 12 owners in the first developer betas of iOS 27.3 and watchOS 27.3. A TechCrunch reviewer found Siri Recaps useful after a day of use, while noting privacy concerns and areas to improve.
TechCrunch AI · 4 Nov, 19:11
Musk spent nearly $500 million on the midterms, but most of his candidates lost
Tesla CEO Elon Musk put nearly $500 million into backing Republicans in the US midterm elections, yet many of his chosen candidates lost. Some results are still outstanding.
Engadget · 4 Nov, 19:09
Macronix to phase out ROM chips used in Nintendo Switch cartridges
Taiwanese chipmaker Macronix will wind down ROM production to focus on memory for data centers. The move affects one of the suppliers of Nintendo Switch game cartridges.
The Verge · 4 Nov, 19:08
Barcelona-based Titan OS raises €40 million to develop its smart TV operating system
Titan OS, a Barcelona-based technology, entertainment and advertising company, has announced a €40 million financing round to further develop its smart TV operating system. Existing investors took part, and funds managed by BlackRock provided a credit facility.
EU-Startups · 4 Nov, 18:10
US midterm voters and candidates raise pressure on data center construction
In the US midterm elections, several winning candidates back data center moratoriums, and 33 of 45 local ballot measures will restrict such facilities. This could complicate the expansion of the artificial intelligence industry.
The Verge · 4 Nov, 18:09
New owner of Miyoko's plant-based dairy brand admits production problems after switching manufacturers
Prosperity Organic Foods, which took over the US plant-based butter and cheese brand Miyoko's Creamery, acknowledges production difficulties after moving to new co-packers. Several retailers have announced butter recalls since September.
AgFunderNews (agrotehn.) · 4 Nov, 18:08