Sam Altman: AI's 'Bad Things' Are Worth It
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman says society must accept AI hacks and scams as necessary costs. Here's what his controversial tradeoff argument really means.
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OpenAI PR Tells Reporter to 'Move On' on ChatGPT Suicide
An OpenAI publicist interrupted Sam Altman's Vanity Fair interview to redirect questions about a ChatGPT user's suicide. Here's what happened and why it matters.
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Russia Quarantine: Plague Researcher's Death Explained
Russia quarantined 200+ people after a plague researcher died from unknown pneumonia at the Irkutsk Anti-Plague Institute. What happened and what does it mean?
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AI's Popularity Paradox: Hate It, Can't Quit It
Public sentiment on AI is turning negative, yet usage keeps rising. Explore the AI popularity paradox and key themes from EmTech Future 2026.
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AI Glasses Face First Government Ban: Norway Acts
Norway proposes the first major government ban on AI glasses in public spaces over privacy concerns. What the crackdown means for wearable tech globally.
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Chinese AI Agent Fleet Tracked Targeting Amap
Independent researchers uncovered a Chinese AI agent fleet running on Tencent infrastructure and targeting Alibaba's Amap service. Here's what it means for AI security.
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OpenAI Visual Ads Now Appear With Image Results
OpenAI has launched visual ads that display alongside image generation results in the U.S. Here's what it means for users and the AI advertising landscape.
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Meta Opens Muse AI Code for DIY Gadget Makers
Meta open sourced its Muse AI agent code so developers can build custom gadgets — from E Ink reminders to big-screen HDMI displays. Here's what you need to know.
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6 Science Stories You Almost Missed in 2026
From a dark matter hint at LUX-ZEPLIN to entangled Z bosons at the LHC, explore six fascinating science stories from September 2026 you nearly missed.
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Amazon's Colorful New Kindles: What You Need to Know
Amazon's new Kindle lineup brings bold colors and improved durability to e-readers in 2026. Here's what changed and whether it's worth the upgrade.
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The Rise, Fall & Return of Portable MP3 Players
Explore the full history of portable MP3 players — from the iPod's dominance to its near-disappearance, and why dedicated music players are making a comeback.
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Fitbit Edge Leaked: Google's New Midrange Tracker
The Fitbit Edge has leaked, hinting at a successor to the Charge line that bridges the gap between the Pixel Watch and basic Fitbit bands. Here's what we know.
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