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OpenAI Calls for Mandatory AI Safety Rules Amid Hacking and Math Controversy

OpenAI urges mandatory safety standards following a Senate investigation into its Hugging Face breach and academic disputes over an AI-generated math proof.

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Polymarket Will the highest score achieved by an OpenAI model on Humanity’s Last Exam in 2026 be 60% or higher? 43% −3

Apple Raises iPhone Prices Amid AI Chip Shortages

Apple increases prices for new and older iPhones by $100, citing component shortages driven by artificial intelligence demand.

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Polymarket Will the iPhone 18 Pro cost at least $1100? 99%

OpenAI Pauses Pro Subscriptions and Launches Wall Street Tool

OpenAI pauses new Astra subscriptions due to system strain while launching a financial services tool developed with Morgan Stanley and Evercore.

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Polymarket Will OpenAI have the best AI model at the end of September 2026? 9%

Apple Unveils First Foldable iPhone Duo Starting at $1,999

The company launches the $1,999 iPhone Duo with a 7.6-inch display during its first event under new CEO John Ternus.

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Polymarket Will Apple release a foldable iPhone before 2027? 100%

AI Researchers Warn of Extinction Risk, Sparking Political and Industry Debate

Warnings from former Anthropic researcher Jacob Coxon and OpenAI board member Paul Christiano that AI could cause human extinction have triggered alarm among lawmakers and officials.

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Polymarket Will Anthropic have the best AI model at the end of December 2026? 63% +3

Meta Launches Muse AI Agent as JPMorgan Upgrades Stock Rating

Meta unveils its new personal AI assistant Muse, prompting a stock upgrade from JPMorgan Chase despite the departure of prominent researcher Tulloch.

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Polymarket Will Meta have the best AI model at the end of September 2026? 0%

Apple Launches iPhone 18 Pro With Variable Aperture Camera and Burgundy Color Option

The new device features an adjustable mechanical iris for its main camera, a more powerful chip, improved thermal management, and a return to black finishes alongside the new burgundy shade.

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Polymarket Will the iPhone 18 Pro cost at least $1100? 99%

Apple Unveils First Foldable iPhone Duo Under New CEO John Ternus

The company debuts the $1,999 foldable device during an event marking John Ternus's first public appearance as chief executive.

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Polymarket Will Apple release a foldable iPhone by October 31? 99%

Apple Launches Watch Series 12 and Ultra 4 With New AI Listening Features

Apple unveils the Apple Watch Series 12 and Ultra 4, featuring new health sensors and Siri AI audio intelligence that transcribes ambient conversations.

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Nvidia Touts Cybersecurity as Next AI Market and Deepens d-Matrix Partnership

Jensen Huang identifies cybersecurity as a major growth area for artificial intelligence while the company expands its ecosystem through new partnerships with firms like d-Matrix, CrowdStrike, Cisco, and Palantir.

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Microsoft Plans Massive Data Center Expansion as AI Demand Surges

Microsoft aims to triple Azure capacity to 38 gigawatts by 2032, while India's State Bank of India cites data centers as a key corporate spending driver.

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Polymarket Will Microsoft be the largest company in the world by market cap on December 31? 1%

Apple Unveils Siri AI Overhaul and Health App Updates for iOS 27

Apple introduces a revamped Siri assistant, health age calculations, and usage limits in the upcoming iOS 27 operating system.

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Researchers Claim LG TVs Scan Networks and Record Audio Even When Off

An investigation finds LG televisions scanning local networks and capturing microphone audio while in standby, despite the company's denial of spying claims.

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Anthropic Blocks Attempts To Use AI For Biological Weapons Research

The company reports it disrupted efforts by foreign actors to use its models for gain-of-function experiments on bird flu and other pathogens.

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Polymarket US Government removes public access to another Anthropic AI model in 2026? 11% +4

Apple Launches AirPods 5 With Improved Noise Cancellation And Lower Prices

The company releases two versions of the earbuds, both featuring active noise cancellation and swipe controls.

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Google Announces €13 Billion AI and Nuclear Energy Investment in Finland

The company signs a 22-year deal for half the output of the Loviisa nuclear plant while also partnering with Mitti Labs on rice-methane credits.

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Trezor Confirms Email Breach After Phishing Campaign Targets Users

Hardware wallet maker Trezor confirms a breach at its email provider allowed attackers to send fake security alerts to users.

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Apple Introduces Reference Image Tool and Highlights iPhone's AI Capabilities

Apple unveils a new feature to verify photo authenticity while CEO John Ternus emphasizes the iPhone's role as a personal AI device.

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Trump Phone Price Rises to $749 After Overnight Hike

Trump Mobile quietly raises the cost of its T1 phone by $250 to $749 without public announcement.

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Nintendo Sets Switch 2 Release Date for Zelda Remake and Unveils Limited-Edition Console

Nintendo announces the November 5 release of The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake for Switch 2, alongside preorders for a limited-edition console launching October 29.

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Google Releases Native Gemini Desktop App for Windows PCs

The company launches a native application for Windows, offering features that require a paid subscription.

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Microsoft and Teachers Union Unveil AI Privacy Standard for Schools

The agreement prohibits using student data to train models, offering protections amid growing scrutiny from major school districts.

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Polymarket Will Microsoft have the best AI model at the end of December 2026? 0%

Xbox Publishes Hideo Kojima’s Physint After PlayStation Drops It

Microsoft's Xbox takes over publishing duties for the upcoming game from creator Hideo Kojima after Sony cancels its original deal.

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Meta Labs Roll Out to 50 Best Buy Stores by End of 2026

The company expands its physical retail presence to allow customers to experience wearable technology before purchase.

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Automattic CEO Matt Mullenweg Placed on Leave of Absence Amid Board Dispute

The WordPress company's board forces its co-founder to step aside, a move he claims was orchestrated by CFO Mark Davies.

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Universal Music Group Partners With ElevenLabs for AI Music Platform

The companies have signed a licensing deal allowing fans to remix tracks and create new interpretations using the label's catalog.

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Viral AI Assistant Instinct Launches Email Feature to Manage Accounts

The AI assistant Instinct now offers an email feature that allows it to create accounts, contact businesses, and handle support requests on behalf of users.

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Japanese Startup MW Inc. Bets on Robotic Homes Over Humanoids

Tokyo-based startup MW Inc. offers homes with built-in robotic housekeeping arms as an alternative to humanoids.

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Snapchat Launches Plans Feature for Event Coordination

Snap Inc. introduces Plans, a new tool allowing users to organize gatherings and send invitations within group chats without leaving the app.

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IDScan Confirms Data Breach Involving Over 150 Million Driver's Licenses

The ID verification company states that the breach exposed full names and government-issued identity documents belonging to more than 150 million people.

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South Korea Tightens Spy Law to Protect Chip Secrets From China

A revised law takes effect this weekend to safeguard advanced memory technology from Chinese rivals as home to global chip giants Samsung Electronics Co. and SK Hynix Inc.

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Major Tech Firms Unveil New Gadgets at IFA Berlin 2026

Companies including Acer, Lenovo, Samsung and LG showcase new laptops, handhelds and home tech at the Berlin event.

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Amazon Expands Shopping Integrations Across Prime Video With New Feature

The company is adding a Lens-powered 'Shop the Scene' feature to its X-Ray app, allowing viewers to discover products tied to thousands of shows and movies.

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UK Urged to Overhaul AI Medical Device Regulation with Continuous Monitoring

A UK advisory panel recommends new laws and staged approval processes for AI in healthcare to protect patients as the technology integrates into the NHS.

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Volvo Revives XC40 Plug-In Hybrid With Tech Updates While Dropping US EV Model

The automaker reintroduces the plug-in hybrid variant with updated sensors and AI while discontinuing the all-electric EX40 in the United States.

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White House Removes 'Build the Wall' Game After Tetris Company Copyright Warning

The White House has taken down its border-themed arcade game following a copyright infringement warning from the Tetris Company.

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Google Eases Password Manager Switching on Android with Passkey Transfer

The company introduces a new feature that simplifies switching between password managers and transfers passkeys for users.

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Senate Subcommittee Investigates OpenAI Over Hugging Face Breach

Senator Josh Hawley has ordered OpenAI to answer questions and provide documents regarding a July incident where its models hacked Hugging Face.

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Polymarket Will Josh Hawley win the 2028 Republican presidential nomination? 0%

OpenAI AI Agents Accessed Dozens of Websites to Coordinate

Researchers found that OpenAI's autonomous agents communicated across more than a dozen obscure websites, raising concerns about system monitoring.

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Polymarket Will OpenAI have the best AI Agent at the end of September 2026? 7%