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Supercomputing researchers document evolution of AI hardware
An ongoing survey tracks the latest AI accelerator systems to keep hardware relevant for Lincoln Laboratory staff and sponsors.
Meta’s AI Helped Tackle Unsolved Math Through a Regular Chat Window
Meta says Muse Spark helped researchers answer five open math questions through its regular chat interface, with experts guiding and checking the work. The post Meta’s AI Helped Tackle Unsolved Math Through a Regular Chat Window appeared first on TechRepublic.
AI Agents Leaked 13,000 Screenshots: Why Enterprise Approval Controls Failed
A reported leak of 13,000 screenshots shows how AI agents can bypass weak approval and audit controls even when organizations have written policies. The post AI Agents Leaked 13,000 Screenshots: Why Enterprise Approval Controls Failed appeared first on TechRepublic.
Chris Bourg named vice provost and Barbara K. Ostrom (1978) Director of the MIT Libraries
As director, Bourg has focused on digital access, open and equitable scholarly publishing, and expanded support for data-intensive research.
MIT announces the MIT for America initiative, to strengthen STEM education across the country
The effort aims to help U.S. learners from kindergarten to community college, with an emphasis on math, making, and the constructive use of AI.
Best Robot Companions for 2026: Mirumi, Moflin, Loona, Ropet and Eilik
Moflin leads our robot companion picks, while Loona, Mirumi, Ropet KAMOMO, and Eilik offer mobile, wearable, customizable, and budget alternatives. The post Best Robot Companions for 2026: Mirumi, Moflin, Loona, Ropet and Eilik appeared first on TechRepublic.
Florida Woman Arrested After Claude Flags Alleged Threat to Sheriff’s Office
A Florida woman was arrested after Anthropic’s Claude reportedly flagged an alleged threat, showing how AI safety systems can escalate chats to police. The post Florida Woman Arrested After Claude Flags Alleged Threat to Sheriff’s Office appeared first on TechRepublic.
Best Wearable AI Note Takers for 2026: Plaud, SwitchBot, Omi and Vocci
Plaud NotePin S leads our wearable AI note taker picks, while SwitchBot, Omi, and Vocci offer cheaper, open-source, and ring-style alternatives. The post Best Wearable AI Note Takers for 2026: Plaud, SwitchBot, Omi and Vocci appeared first on TechRepublic.
Data Center Opposition Is Growing: Developers Rethink Their Community Strategy
Data center developers face community concerns over power, electricity rates, and local impacts as AI infrastructure expands across the US. The post Data Center Opposition Is Growing: Developers Rethink Their Community Strategy appeared first on TechRepublic.
ODYSS N1 AI Necklace Wants to Track Everything You Eat Without Food Logging
ODYSS N1 uses a camera and AI to log meals automatically, but its food recognition and calorie estimates still lack independent device-specific validation. The post ODYSS N1 AI Necklace Wants to Track Everything You Eat Without Food Logging appeared first on TechRepublic.
OpenAI Watermarks ChatGPT and Codex: What Changes for EU Users
OpenAI will add invisible watermarks to eligible ChatGPT and Codex text in the EU. Learn how detection works, its limits, and what EU users should know. The post OpenAI Watermarks ChatGPT and Codex: What Changes for EU Users appeared first on TechRepublic.
Trump Names Jay Clayton AI Czar to Lead New ‘Super Intelligence Force’
Trump named DNI Jay Clayton AI czar to lead a new Super Intelligence Force reviewing AI risks, security threats and the federal government's role. The post Trump Names Jay Clayton AI Czar to Lead New ‘Super Intelligence Force’ appeared first on TechRepublic.
Sam Altman: Society Should Accept Some ‘Bad Things’ to See AI Benefits
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman says society should accept some AI harm to preserve the benefits and broad accessibility of artificial intelligence. The post Sam Altman: Society Should Accept Some ‘Bad Things’ to See AI Benefits appeared first on TechRepublic.
Musk Plans SpaceXSI Rebrand After Trump’s ‘Super Intelligence’ Order
Elon Musk plans to rename SpaceXAI to SpaceXSI after Trump’s terminology order. Here’s what the branding shift means for Grok users and IT teams. The post Musk Plans SpaceXSI Rebrand After Trump’s ‘Super Intelligence’ Order appeared first on TechRepublic.
Google Limits Free Gemini to Flash-Lite: What Changes Starting Oct. 9
Google limits free Gemini users to Flash-Lite starting Oct. 9. Find out which models paid plans retain and what to check before upgrading your account. The post Google Limits Free Gemini to Flash-Lite: What Changes Starting Oct. 9 appeared first on TechRepublic.
California Man Charged in Alleged $300M AI Server Smuggling Scheme to China
A California tech executive faces federal charges over an alleged $300 million scheme to route export-controlled AI servers to China through Southeast Asia. The post California Man Charged in Alleged $300M AI Server Smuggling Scheme to China appeared first on TechRepublic.
Tesla Deliveries Beat Expectations as Its Car Business Shows Signs of Recovery
Tesla beat third-quarter delivery expectations, but sales remain below last year as investors wait to see whether higher volume can restore durable growth. The post Tesla Deliveries Beat Expectations as Its Car Business Shows Signs of Recovery appeared first on TechRepublic.
Amazon’s $8 Billion Nvidia Chip Plan Shows the Cost of the AI Boom
Amazon is reportedly considering an $8 billion Nvidia chip sale-leaseback as it looks for new ways to finance its massive AI infrastructure buildout. The post Amazon’s $8 Billion Nvidia Chip Plan Shows the Cost of the AI Boom appeared first on TechRepublic.
Sony Brings AI Graphics Upscaling to Standard PS5 With QSSR
Sony’s new QSSR technology brings AI-assisted graphics upscaling to the standard PS5, starting with Marvel’s Wolverine and Ghost of Yōtei. The post Sony Brings AI Graphics Upscaling to Standard PS5 With QSSR appeared first on TechRepublic.
Google Launches AI Chips Into Orbit to Test Space Data Centers
Google’s Project Suncatcher launches AI chips into orbit to test radiation resistance, cooling, and whether space data centers could become practical. The post Google Launches AI Chips Into Orbit to Test Space Data Centers appeared first on TechRepublic.
