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Fired OpenAI Safety Researchers Reject Misconduct Claims, Warn of Climate of Fear
Three recently dismissed OpenAI safety researchers say in an open letter that they did not breach company procedures, and warn that their firing discourages open safety work. OpenAI says an investigation found a pattern of mishandling research information.
TechCrunch AI · 9 Oct, 00:00
Fired OpenAI safety researchers dispute misconduct claims and warn of a chilling effect
Three recently dismissed OpenAI safety researchers have published an open letter denying they broke company rules and warning that their firing discourages employees from speaking openly. OpenAI says they mishandled sensitive information.
TechCrunch · 9 Oct, 00:00
Margaret Hamilton, Software Engineering Pioneer Behind Apollo 11 Flight Code, Dies at 90
Margaret Hamilton, who led development of onboard flight software for NASA's Apollo program and popularized the term “software engineering,” has died at 90. A safeguard she designed helped Apollo 11 land on the Moon.
Ars Technica · 9 Oct, 00:00
Report: Apple to Unveil First Touchscreen MacBook Pro in Late October
Bloomberg reports that Apple will introduce a touchscreen MacBook Pro and an updated iPad Mini on or around October 27th. The event would come two weeks after Apple's October 13th event.
The Verge · 8 Oct, 23:59
Child safety group calls ChatGPT for Teens an unacceptable risk
Common Sense Media has rated OpenAI's teen mode an unacceptable risk for everyone under 18. OpenAI disputes the testing results.
Engadget · 8 Oct, 23:58
Google to end Safety Signal support on Pixel Watch by year's end
Google will discontinue its Safety Signal feature for the LTE versions of the Pixel Watch 2 and Pixel Watch 3 by the end of 2026. All access will end on December 12.
Engadget · 8 Oct, 22:58
Fuel Price Rise Pushes Up the Cost of Anything Tied to Deliveries
Rising fuel prices are making the delivery of goods and services more expensive, which shows up in final prices. Sworn attorney Olavs Cers said this on TV24's "Preses klubs", while Artis Pabriks suggested a shift toward shorter supply chains and local products.
Latvijas Avīze · 8 Oct, 22:58
Designer of Meta's AI Logo Faces Backlash From Fellow Artists
Bay Area lettering artist Jessica Hische designed the M logo for Meta's new AI assistant Muse and was widely criticized by other designers on Threads. She says she took the job to keep her small shops afloat.
Wired · 8 Oct, 22:58
Georgia ICE detainees use facility's video-call software to expose conditions inside
Four men held at the Folkston ICE center in Georgia used the facility's own video software to record a message about conditions and the immigration court system. Their lawyer says they were placed in segregation, and an estimated 73 detainees are now on hunger strike.
The Verge · 8 Oct, 22:56
Adidas takes Australian brand White Fox to court over four-stripe design
German sportswear giant Adidas has filed a lawsuit in Australia's Federal Court against clothing label White Fox, claiming its four-stripe design is deceptively similar to the Adidas trademark. The first hearing is due on Friday.
BBC World · 8 Oct, 21:59
Ben Affleck's AI know-how wins over the internet
Actor Ben Affleck has gone viral this week after interview clips showed him discussing AI technology in detail. He also explained his approach to AI in filmmaking and the sale of his startup to Netflix.
TechCrunch AI · 8 Oct, 21:59
Netflix releases trailer for FTX scandal series ‘The Altruists’
Netflix's series ‘The Altruists’, about Sam Bankman-Fried and Caroline Ellison and the collapse of FTX, premieres on November 19. Anthony Boyle and Julia Garner star.
TechCrunch · 8 Oct, 21:58
airBaltic Cancels and Reschedules Flights as Customers Voice Anger; Airline Cites Rising Fuel Costs
Several airBaltic customers have received notices of cancelled or rescheduled flights and shared their frustration on social media. The airline says it is revising its route network and points to rising aviation fuel prices.
Latvijas Avīze · 8 Oct, 21:57
Cook: I'm not meddling in the new Apple CEO's work
Former Apple chief Tim Cook told The Independent he is not interfering in the work of new CEO John Ternus. He stressed mutual trust and frequent communication between them.
The Verge · 8 Oct, 21:56
Atari 800XL Hybrid Console Returns With HDMI and 25 Built-In Games
After decades out of the spotlight, the Atari 800XL is back as a device that combines a game console with a computer. It costs $220, and shipments begin on April 23, 2027.
Engadget · 8 Oct, 21:56
Ten Fuel-Efficient Cars: Two Models Promise Under Four Litres per 100 km
Latvijas Avīze has compiled ten cars with very low combined fuel consumption according to official WLTP data. Fuel prices in Latvia in September were about a third higher than the 2025 average.
Latvijas Avīze · 8 Oct, 20:58
Starbucks Reportedly Explores Takeover of Chipotle
Starbucks has looked into acquiring restaurant chain Chipotle Mexican Grill, the Financial Times reported. A deal would reunite CEO Brian Niccol with the company he led before joining the coffee giant.
The Guardian World · 8 Oct, 20:58
Razer Unveils Basilisk V4 Pro Mouse With New Tilt Wheel and Up to 275 Hours of Battery Life
Razer has released two new gaming mice in its Basilisk V4 line, plus a charging dock. The flagship Basilisk V4 Pro costs $170.
Engadget · 8 Oct, 20:57
Older Pixel Watch models lose free cellular access to safety features
Google has announced that the LTE versions of the Pixel Watch 2 and 3 will lose free access to Safety Signal after December 12th. A mobile plan will be needed for the safety features to keep working over cellular networks.
The Verge · 8 Oct, 20:56
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2027 WRC Calendar Announced: Season to Feature 15 Rounds
The 2027 World Rally Championship season will consist of 15 rounds. Organisers said the ninth round will take place in Estonia in late July.
Apollo.lv · 8 Oct, 19:58
Startup founded by ex-convict targets job seekers with criminal records
Entrepreneur Richard Bronson, who once served federal prison time for securities law violations, has launched Commissary Club. The AI-powered platform helps former inmates find work and housing.
TechCrunch · 8 Oct, 19:58
New York Accuses TikTok of Giving Users “Placebo” Safety Features
An updated New York lawsuit alleges that, in an experiment, thousands of TikTok users, including children and teens, received non-functional versions of safety features. TikTok says it regularly tests new products and features.
The Verge · 8 Oct, 19:57
Latest GTA 6 leak exposes major story spoilers
A 25-minute gameplay video of Grand Theft Auto VI has surfaced online, packed with story spoilers. The game is due out on November 19.
Engadget · 8 Oct, 18:59
US suspends Microsoft, Adobe and other IT firms from green card program
The Trump administration has suspended Microsoft, Adobe and several other technology companies from a program that helps skilled foreign workers gain permanent U.S. residency, accusing them of fraud.
TechCrunch · 8 Oct, 18:58
Leonardo DiCaprio invests in Swedish energy startup Elvy
Hollywood actor Leonardo DiCaprio has made an undisclosed investment in Stockholm-based Elvy, a household energy services company. The firm is also rolling out a customer referral platform.
EU-Startups · 8 Oct, 18:57
Spotify steps up its push to sell enterprise software
Spotify has launched technology.spotify.com, a site gathering the internal tools it offers to outside companies. The company has not disclosed how much revenue this business generates.
TechCrunch · 8 Oct, 17:58
EU-Startups Visits Singapore's A5X Conference in Partnership with NUSX
The startup news outlet EU-Startups attended the A5X conference in Singapore at the invitation of NUSX, the National University of Singapore's innovation arm. The visit focused on how university research can become a globally competitive startup.
EU-Startups · 8 Oct, 17:55
GTA VI to feature in-game podcasts and at least six radio stations
Rockstar Games has confirmed that GTA VI will include at least six radio stations and, for the first time in the series, on-demand podcasts. The game is available for preorder and launches on November 19.
The Verge · 8 Oct, 17:55
Microsoft brings more AI to PCs as it challenges Apple
On Wednesday Microsoft presented an AI coding model that can run directly on personal computers, along with new security technology. The move challenges Apple's push to put more AI into personal devices.
France 24 · 8 Oct, 16:57
Amazon's New Kids Tablets Let Parents Control Access to the Google Play Store
Alongside its new Android-based Alexa Tablets, Amazon is launching kid-focused versions with protective cases and parental controls. Parents can limit content and remotely approve every Google Play download.
The Verge · 8 Oct, 16:56
Uber and Pony.ai Plan to Launch Robotaxi Service in London
Uber and Chinese autonomous vehicle developer Pony.ai will begin testing Gen-7 robotaxis in London in the coming weeks. The move is part of an expanded partnership to bring driverless cars to Europe.
TechCrunch · 8 Oct, 15:55
Annual inflation stays above 3% in September
Consumer prices rose by 0.2% month on month in September and by 3.2% year on year. The data show annual inflation remains above the 3% mark.
LSM (rus) · 8 Oct, 14:58
French Firm Plans €10 Billion Data Center in Finland
French company Sesterce plans to build a €10 billion data center in Finland on the site of a paper mill closed in 2021. It says the investment decision is made and a contract with an unnamed client has been signed.
ERR (rus) · 8 Oct, 14:57
Fuel, electricity and heating got pricier in Latvia in September, while food became cheaper
In September, Latvian residents paid more for fuel, electricity and heating. At the same time, prices of several food products fell.
Jauns.lv · 8 Oct, 13:57
Teenage Engineering plans to stop making synthesizers
Teenage Engineering CEO Jesper Kouthoofd has said the company intends to quit making synthesizers, including the flagship OP-1. He argues that products are not the core of the business.
Engadget · 8 Oct, 13:56
Ryanair chief expects no jet fuel shortage in Europe through summer 2027
Ryanair CEO Michael O’Leary says Europe should have enough jet fuel this winter and next summer. Prices remain very high, however, keeping costs elevated for airlines.
Euronews Business · 8 Oct, 13:55