Business & Technology
Margaret Hamilton, Who Led Apollo Software Development, Dies at 90
Computer scientist Margaret Hamilton, who led the development of onboard flight software for NASA's Apollo program at MIT's Instrumentation Lab, has died aged 90. She helped establish software engineering as a distinct discipline.
Hacker News (≥150 p.) · 8 Oct, 01:57
BMW iX4: Electric Coupe SUV Offers 428 Miles of Range
BMW has unveiled the electric iX4, the third model on its Neue Klasse platform. It promises up to 428 miles of range and fast charging, though matching Chinese rivals on price may prove difficult.
The Verge · 8 Oct, 01:56
Rivian R2 owners can show a pet camera on their phone's lock screen
With software update 2026.36, Rivian R2 models get a Pet Cam feature that lets owners view a pet left in the car from their phone. Pet Mode has also been improved and can now be enabled from the app.
Engadget · 8 Oct, 01:55
Teenage Engineering CEO Says the Company Will Stop Making Synthesizers
Teenage Engineering founder Jesper Kouthoofd told Highsnobiety the company plans to stop making synthesizers, including the iconic OP-1. The company has not yet responded to a request for comment.
The Verge · 8 Oct, 00:58
Shaquille O'Neal Turns Cybersecurity Advocate After Getting Hacked
At a promotional event in Times Square, basketball great Shaquille O'Neal said a scam attempt and his first hack pushed him to take digital security seriously. A NordVPN executive noted that most Americans overtrust traditional antivirus software.
Wired · 8 Oct, 00:57
Study: Millions Still Use Easily Guessed PIN Codes for Their Bank Cards
An analysis of 3.4 million PIN codes found that 1234, 1111 and 0000 together account for almost 19 percent of them. Experts urge people to choose less predictable codes and not reuse them across services.
NRA · 8 Oct, 00:57
FCC Proposes New Mid-Band Spectrum Auction and Opening 800MHz Band to Drones
The US Federal Communications Commission has outlined three proposals, mostly concerning direct-to-device communications. They also include a 25-megahertz auction and opening the 800MHz band to drones.
Engadget · 8 Oct, 00:57
Microsoft shows off the $6,000 Surface RTX Spark Dev Box desktop
At its AI-focused Windows event, Microsoft let reporters see the powerful Surface RTX Spark Dev Box desktop, built for AI development, up close. It is available for pre-order at $5,999.99.
Engadget · 7 Oct, 23:57
Android's classic navigation buttons return on Googlebook keyboards
On every Googlebook keyboard, the F1, F2 and F3 keys now carry the triangle, circle and square icons from Android 5.0 Lollipop. They serve as back, home and app-switcher controls.
The Verge · 7 Oct, 23:55
Nous Research Raises $90M at $1.5B Valuation and Launches AI Agents for Businesses
Nous Research, the developer of the open-source Hermes agent, has closed a $90 million Series B round. The startup is launching "Hermes for Businesses" for enterprise customers.
TechCrunch AI · 7 Oct, 23:55
Nous Research Raises $90 Million at $1.5 Billion Valuation
AI startup Nous Research has closed a $90 million Series B round at a $1.5 billion valuation. It is also launching "Hermes for Businesses", an enterprise offering built on its open-source agent.
TechCrunch · 7 Oct, 23:55
Roku OLED TVs discounted by up to $400 during Prime Day
A deal on Roku's first-ever OLED televisions has returned on the final day of Amazon's October Prime Day. The 55-inch model costs $699.99 and the 65-inch version $799.99.
The Verge · 7 Oct, 22:57
Microsoft opens preorders for $6,000 Surface RTX Spark Dev Box
Microsoft has opened preorders for its Surface RTX Spark Dev Box, a desktop PC aimed at developers. It costs $6,000 and shipping begins in November.
Engadget · 7 Oct, 22:57
Le Monde: German retailer Metro itself asked the Kremlin to put its Russian assets under temporary management
German retail chain Metro approached Russian authorities with a request to place its assets under temporary management, Le Monde reports. The company hopes to keep more control over its fate and later secure better sale terms.
Meduza · 7 Oct, 22:56
Prime Day Discounts on Shark Vacuums: A Cordless Stick and a Robot Model
On the final day of Amazon's Prime Big Deal Days, two Shark vacuums are discounted: a cordless stick model and a robot with UV light. Wired's reviewer rates both highly.
Wired · 7 Oct, 22:55
Meta's Muse AI Assistant Arrives on iPad
Meta has released a dedicated iPad app for its Muse assistant, just a month after its debut on phones. The app has passed 6.6 million installs since its September 8 launch.
TechCrunch · 7 Oct, 21:57
Surface Laptop Ultra hands-on: a refined 16-inch machine powered by NVIDIA's RTX Spark
Microsoft's Surface Laptop Ultra is a understated but high-quality 16-inch laptop starting at $2,599. Engadget's reviewer sees it as a potential dream machine for AI developers.
Engadget · 7 Oct, 21:56
Text-Trained AI Model Steers a Car to an In-N-Out Pickup Window
Three Axiom engineers let OpenAI's GPT-6 Astra drive a Toyota Corolla up to a fast-food pickup window. The experiment suggests language models are gaining a basic grasp of the physical world.
Wired · 7 Oct, 21:55
ICANN Receives 1,615 New Domain Applications, With AI-Themed Names in Demand
ICANN is accepting applications for new top-level domains for the first time in years. So far 1,615 applications have been filed, and many of them are tied to artificial intelligence.
The Verge · 7 Oct, 21:55
Startup Greenairy wants to clean office air with smart plant towers
Greenairy is developing plant towers that draw in air, break down toxic gases and release purified air. The first mass-produced towers are planned for Singapore in the first half of 2027.
TechCrunch · 7 Oct, 20:57
Aaron Sorkin's The Social Reckoning: What Matches Real Life and What Doesn't
Aaron Sorkin's film dramatizes Facebook whistleblower Frances Haugen's leak of internal documents. Many details are rooted in fact, though the timeline is compressed and some characters are fictionalized.
The Verge · 7 Oct, 20:55
Disney+ to stream the Super Bowl and some Monday Night Football games
The Super Bowl will air on ABC and ESPN in February and also stream on Disney+ in 55 markets. The platform will also carry two Monday Night Football games this season.
Engadget · 7 Oct, 20:55
Microsoft and Nvidia to unveil RTX Spark platform for new Windows laptops in San Francisco
At an event in San Francisco, Microsoft and Nvidia will discuss the RTX Spark platform for local AI on laptops, including the Surface Laptop Ultra. Updates on Windows 11 improvements are also expected.
The Verge · 7 Oct, 19:57
Meta Rolls Out New AI Tools to Detect Ads That Secretly Lead to Child Sexual Abuse Material
Meta took action against 33.2 million pieces of child sexual exploitation content on Facebook and Instagram in the first half of 2026. The company is also deploying new AI tools to find ads and accounts that steer people toward illegal material.
TechCrunch · 7 Oct, 19:55
Meta's Muse AI Agent Now Available on iPad
The latest update to Meta's Muse iOS app adds native iPad support. It also brings new integrations with work tools aimed at small business owners.
The Verge · 7 Oct, 18:56
Leaked renders show smart home devices Apple and LG reportedly built together
A well-known leaker has posted renders and specifications of a smart lock, thermostat and temperature sensor said to be co-developed by Apple and LG. An official reveal is expected next week.
Engadget · 7 Oct, 18:55
Google DeepMind, Meta and Isomorphic Labs to Invest $300 Million in Biohub's 'Virtual Cell' Project
Three tech companies will jointly put $300 million into Biohub, the nonprofit founded by Mark Zuckerberg and Priscilla Chan. The money is meant to fund AI datasets for digital modelling of biological processes.
The Verge · 7 Oct, 17:56
Tony Fadell: First-Wave AI Gadgets Failed Because They Solved No Real Need
Nest founder Tony Fadell told MIT Future Fest that the Rabbit R1, Humane AI Pin and Limitless pendant were merely interesting tech for geeks. He predicts a successful AI agent will have to run on-device only, and stresses the importance of trust.
TechCrunch · 7 Oct, 17:56
Tony Fadell: Why the First Wave of AI Gadgets Failed and What Comes Next
The iPod and iPhone co-creator says the Rabbit R1, Humane AI Pin and Limitless pendant failed because they met no real need. He expects a successful AI agent to run on-device, and sees Apple as best placed to deliver it.
TechCrunch AI · 7 Oct, 17:56
Amazon's shopper profiles contain oddly specific guesses about users
Amazon accounts include a list of descriptions the company builds from purchase data. Unusually precise and funny examples have gone viral on Threads.
The Verge · 7 Oct, 16:57
Tab, a new personal AI assistant, emerges from stealth at a $300 million valuation
Startup Tab, which builds a personal AI assistant, has officially launched with a $300 million valuation. Users interact with the assistant by messaging it on iMessage or WhatsApp.
TechCrunch · 7 Oct, 16:56
Rosatom Takes Full Control of Transport Group Delo
Russia's state nuclear corporation Rosatom has completed the purchase of the remaining 51% of transport conglomerate Delo from its founder, Sergei Shishkarev. The price was not officially disclosed, though Shishkarev has valued his stake at about $900 million.
The Moscow Times · 7 Oct, 15:57
Budget Committee Backs OCTA Changes: Claims to Be Handled Through One's Own Insurer
The Saeima's Budget and Finance Committee has backed amendments to the OCTA law for the final reading, introducing direct settlement of damages and widening compensation options. The new procedure is to apply from 2028.
Delfi · 7 Oct, 15:57
Construction of Patria's military vehicle plant begins in Valmiera
Patria Latvia has started building a new military equipment plant in Valmiera. The investment is close to €8 million, and completion is planned for the third quarter of 2027.
Dienas Bizness · 7 Oct, 15:57
Daily Business: Civitta Audit Findings Raise Questions About LSM Finance Board Member
Estonian media and Dienas Bizness highlight problems in Civitta group's financial statements, where Inese Tanne, now a Latvian public media board member, served as finance director. The article voices doubts about her competence but acknowledges no direct fault has been proven.
Dienas Bizness · 7 Oct, 14:57
Italy lets fuel duty discount lapse as Europe weighs joint responses
Italy's government did not renew its fuel excise cut on 7 October, and pump prices rose immediately. Other European countries are cushioning fuel costs with a variety of uncoordinated measures.
Euronews Business · 7 Oct, 13:58