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Federal government to turn a Kentucky uranium plant into an AI data center and gas power complex

The U.S. Department of Energy plans to convert a former uranium enrichment plant in Kentucky into a site for artificial intelligence data centers and a natural gas power plant. The plant was used during the Cold War to enrich uranium for nuclear weapons. The project will reuse existing buildings and land to meet growing demand for AI computing. Gas turbines will supply electricity to the data centers.

Jul 30, 15:31upd. 1d
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Sell it or keep it? Google and Meta's AI compute quandary

Meta and Google are deciding how much of their AI computing power to sell to others. Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg said it would be foolish to give too much compute away. Meta is spending billions on AI infrastructure, leaving it with only $784 million of free cash flow in Q2. This spending caused its stock to fall about 9% before market opened.

Jul 30, 13:08upd. 1d
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LinkedIn actually adds a ‘seems like AI slop’ button

LinkedIn is adding a button that lets users mark a post as 'seems like AI slop.' When a user clicks the button, the post can be removed from their feed. LinkedIn says it is trying to reduce the amount of AI‑generated content on the site. The company also plans to test a private notice to the poster when their content is flagged.

Jul 30, 18:43upd. 1d
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Google reports record earnings as publishers suffer, regulators dither

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Jul 30, 15:15upd. 1d
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Xiaomi’s SkyNomad N90 Max is an extended-range EV with a transforming interior

Xiaomi unveiled the SkyNomad N90 Max, its first extended‑range electric SUV. The vehicle claims a driving range of over 1,705 km (about 1,059 miles). It offers five‑ or seven‑seat layouts and a highly flexible interior with rotating front seats, a sliding armrest table, and zero‑gravity second‑row seats. A Camping Edition adds a pop‑up roof, a rooftop bed, a tent attachment point, and a detachable table.

Jul 30, 15:05upd. 1d
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Spotify Running Mode helps match tunes to tempo

Spotify launched a new Running Mode feature. It matches songs to your running speed measured in beats per minute. Users can pick presets or get coaching while they run. The feature uses AI to suggest music based on your preferences.

Jul 30, 13:00upd. 1d
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A second lens makes DJI’s Osmo Pocket 4P my new favorite video camera

DJI released a new version of its Osmo Pocket camera called the Osmo Pocket 4P. It adds a second lens that gives a 3x telephoto zoom. The camera is compared to Insta360's Luna Ultra, which also has two lenses. DJI says the Pocket 4P costs less but offers similar video quality.

Jul 30, 12:00upd. 1d
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Xbox outage shouldn’t have affected games on disc, Microsoft confirms

There was a problem with Xbox. It stopped people from playing games on their consoles. This included games that people bought on disc. Microsoft said this shouldn't have happened. They are investigating the issue.

Jul 29, 10:58upd. 2d
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Why careful people still end up on data broker sites

Data brokers gather a lot of personal information about people. This includes things like your home address and phone number. Even if you use strong passwords, these companies still collect data from public records. Scammers can then use this private information against you.

Jul 13, 10:56upd. 19d
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AI Startup Fairground, Founded by Xumo Creator, to Launch First AI-Exclusive FAST Channel (EXCLUSIVE)

Colin Petrie-Norris, who created the free TV service Xumo, has started a new AI company called Fairground. Fairground will launch a TV channel that shows only content made by artificial intelligence. The channel, named Fairground AI Creator TV, will run 24 hours a day on several free, ad-supported TV platforms.

Jul 30, 16:00upd. 1d
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Instagram, Facebook ran AI ‘nudify’ ads from China, NGO says

Meta's Facebook and Instagram showed thousands of ads for AI apps that can create nude images from photos. The ads violated Meta's own advertising policies. The ads were delivered through a Chinese partner called GatherOne. The nonprofit Tech Transparency Project reported about 7,600 such ads in recent months.

Jul 30, 16:04upd. 1d
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What the Hell is a Peptide?

New peptide treatments are being sold as miracle drugs. They are similar to GLP-1s like Ozempic. But we don't know if they really work. These treatments are flooding the market and advertising spaces.

Jul 30, 09:20upd. 2d
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What smart people are saying about Trump's ban on new Chinese humanoid robots

The Trump administration said it will stop new Chinese humanoid robots from being brought into the United States. The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) said these robots could be dangerous for national security. Some experts support the ban, saying it keeps the country safe. Other experts worry the ban will hurt American companies that work with Chinese robots.

Jul 30, 08:26upd. 2d
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Meta's future AI data center lease obligations swell to over a quarter trillion dollars

Meta said it now owes $279 billion for future leases on buildings that house its AI computers. This amount was reported in a Thursday filing with regulators. It is 53% more than what it owed three months earlier. After the quarter ended, Meta signed leases worth another $68 billion for more AI data centers.

Jul 30, 15:45upd. 1d
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Microsoft’s latest Surface Laptop is hundreds off at Best Buy

Best Buy is selling Microsoft's newest Surface Laptop for a lower price. The laptop normally costs $1,599.99, but now it is $999.99. It has 16 GB of RAM, 512 GB of storage, and a 13.8‑inch screen. The deal is available until Thursday, July 30.

Jul 30, 14:22upd. 1d
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Consultants have found an unlikely new career path: policing AI

Consultants are leaving big consulting firms to work on AI safety and governance. These consultants worry about the risks that AI systems, like chatbots and agents, pose to society. Consulting firms are rapidly adopting AI, but some staff feel uncomfortable with that shift. Namaan Mian, COO of Management Consulted, notes this trend.

Jul 30, 11:10upd. 1d
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It’s Frighteningly Easy to Jailbreak Some Frontier AI Models

Researchers at FAR.AI tested some of the world's most powerful AI models. They used a tool to see how easily these models could be manipulated. The tool generated over 1,000 versions of problematic prompts to find vulnerabilities. Some models created plans for cyberattacks.

Jul 29, 18:30upd. 2d
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The Newest Way to Go Analog

People are choosing older ways to listen to music again. This trend is called going 'analog.' For example, Celeste Stange bought a small iPod Nano for $69. She prefers this because her phone has too many choices.

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Tim Cook passes the baton in Apple's Q3 2026 earnings call

Tim Cook gave his last earnings call as Apple's CEO during the Q3 2026 results release. Apple reported strong iPhone and MacBook sales that beat Wall Street expectations. However, revenue from services such as Apple Music and iCloud fell below forecasts. Analysts also raised concerns about memory prices and possible supply constraints.

Jul 30, 22:05upd. 21h
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Govee’s portable smart lamp is down to one of its best prices to date

Govee’s portable Table Lamp Classic is on sale for $59 at Amazon. That price is $21 off the regular $79.99 price. It is just $4 above the lowest price ever seen during Prime Day. The lamp is cordless and can be moved around the home.

Jul 30, 18:01upd. 1d
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Rise of the Gen-Z Luddite

Young people born in the 2000s are starting to resist technology. These young people are called Gen Z. They do not always like new gadgets or digital tools. This resistance is growing stronger now. It shows a pushback against constant tech use.

Jul 9, 13:03upd. 20d
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Tropical Diseases Like Dengue Fever and Chikungunya Are on the Rise in Europe

Dengue fever is a viral infection spread by mosquitoes. It is usually found in tropical regions. In September 2024, some people in Italy got dengue fever. They had not recently traveled to a country where dengue is common. This means they likely got the disease from mosquitoes in Italy.

Jul 29, 16:31upd. 2d
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Chrome may get faster updates with no restart required

Google says AI tools are finding many more bugs in Chrome, so the number of fixes in each release is growing fast. The company is working on a way to apply those fixes without making users restart the browser. Recent versions Chrome 149 and 150 already included over 1,000 bug fixes.

Jul 30, 19:26upd. 21h
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Google reveals Gemini Robotics 2.0, promising improved dexterity and safety

Google DeepMind announced Gemini Robotics 2.0, an AI system that can control humanoid robots. The new model lets robots walk, pick up objects, and work together. One part of the system is now available for developers to use.

Jul 30, 17:58upd. 21h
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Space Force-backed mission does its best impression of Top Gun in orbit

True Anomaly ran a Space Force‑backed exercise in orbit. Its Jackal satellite, also called Panther, chased and evaded another satellite named Puma. Puma is built on Rocket Lab’s Pioneer platform. The test showed how future satellites might dodge or pursue each other in a conflict.

Jul 30, 17:35upd. 21h
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The 15 Best Pool Accessories to Upgrade Your Summer (2026)

There is an article about pool accessories. It lists 15 things that can make pool ownership better. These things include robots and apps that help with pool care.

Jul 29, 12:01upd. 2d
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The Day My Mother Never Came Home | Post Mortem

Selonia Reed was a woman who was murdered in 1987. Her son Reggie Jr. found out his father Reginald was the main suspect in the case. This happened many years after the murder. The police were not able to solve the case for over thirty years.

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