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#308 ai Lucid Motors built 2,954 electric vehicles in Q3, a 54% drop from last year. The company has laid off 1,500 employees and delayed the launch of its cheaper Cosmos model.
OpenAI is adding an invisible watermark to ChatGPT and Codex in the EU to comply with the AI Act. Developers can opt-in globally, but it's off by default. The watermark subtly shapes word choices, detectable by a tool.
#13 tech Scientists discovered Luttinger-compensated magnets that switch 1000x faster than traditional materials. They retain magnetism up to 420 K and synthesize at 900-1300 °C. This could revolutionize data storage and computing.
WSL Containers are now generally available, introducing new commands and integrations with Microsoft Defender and Intune. Developers can now build, run, and deploy Linux containers directly on Windows with the wslc CLI.
#307 ai Google has paused its open source bug bounty program due to a surge in AI-generated submissions, overwhelming engineers and maintainers. The program will resume in 2027 with updates.
The US government has rebranded AI as 'super intelligence' in a new executive order, signed after meetings with tech CEOs. Despite the grand name change, the agreement is non-binding and unlikely to lead to major changes.
#306 ai A federal judge ruled that a warrantless Flock Safety search violated the Fourth Amendment, setting a precedent for privacy rights. Critics from both sides of the aisle are applauding the decision.
AWS ends NDAs with government agencies, part of the growing push for data center transparency. Environmental activists and state governments are pushing back against data center projects, citing concerns over water and energy usage.
#305 ai Shawn Fanning, co-founder of Napster, joins Stability AI to lead the development of AI tools for the music industry, including $76M in funding from major labels and new audio models.
Apple is introducing new controls to limit Full Disk Access on macOS, requiring explicit user action for apps to gain access to files, messages, and browsing history. This move comes after security concerns raised by AI agents.
#304 ai WhatsApp launches parental controls, allowing guardians to monitor and limit teens' interactions and content settings. Parents can set restrictions on group chats, status updates, and more, all secured by end-to-end encryption.
Amazon's new Fire TV Stick 4K is slimmer, faster, and can charge directly via a TV's USB port. The remote control is redesigned for better grip and usability, with a favorites button and recessed power button.
#303 ai WhatsApp launches parental controls, allowing guardians to monitor and limit teens' interactions and content settings. Parents can set restrictions on group chats, status updates, and more, all secured by end-to-end encryption.
Amazon's new Fire TV Stick 4K is slimmer, faster, and can charge directly via a TV's USB port. The remote control is redesigned for better grip and usability, with a favorites button and recessed power button.
#12 quantum Chemical firms are shifting from passive tech adoption to actively seeking quantum solutions for precise modeling and R&D. Google, IBM, Microsoft, Quantinuum, and IonQ are leading the charge.
Florida is becoming a hub for defense-led quantum technology, with a new report highlighting the state's growing role in the industry. Classiq introduces a fault tolerance engine for quantum apps, and Quantum eMotion is set to acquire Plurilock Security.
#4 robotics MIT engineers created a soft robot that flaps through water in response to light. The robot, just a few inches long, uses muscle cells to move, making it the first of its kind. This could lead to more advanced, light-controlled robots.
Charlie Kemp, Hello Robot's CTO, discusses how robotics can improve quality of life for the elderly and disabled. His work spans from MIT to real-world applications, focusing on the people using the technology.
#302 ai EliseAI, an AI automation platform for housing and healthcare, has raised $350 million at a $4 billion valuation. The company's software is used by 1 in 6 apartments and automates patient-related paperwork for healthcare providers.
Tesla has secured $30 billion in credit lines for scaling its Cybercab robotaxi, Optimus robot, and Tesla Semi. While the company has $40 billion in cash, the new credit lines will help fund future capital expenditures.
#301 ai Modal Labs is nearing a $750 million funding round, tripling its valuation to $15.75 billion. The surge comes amid high demand for AI inference services, with other startups also seeing massive valuations.
AMD is acquiring World Labs for $8.2 billion to enhance its AI chip ecosystem. The deal aims to scale World Labs' technical breakthroughs and compete with Nvidia. World Labs' founder joins AMD as chief scientist.
#12 tech A cybersecurity researcher has published a map revealing over 300,000 Flock surveillance devices across the US. The map includes cameras and acoustic detection devices, highlighting their concentration in sensitive areas like airports and detention centers.
Palantir's founder secretly bought 15,000 hectares of Swedish forest for $22 million. The move raises questions about land use and transparency, especially given Palantir's ties to NATO and European defense.