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WHO report on Russian lab worker death leaves biosafety questions unanswered

A WHO report has highlighted uncertainty around the 2022 death of a Russian lab worker infected with a novel strain of the Congo-Crimean hemorrhagic fever virus. The report notes that the cause of death remains undetermined. This lack of a definitive cause makes it unclear whether the biosafety protections in place at the Russian lab were sufficient. The WHO's findings underscore the ongoing need for robust safety protocols in high-containment laboratories.

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TechnologyTechCrunch ·

WindBorne secures $50M US Air Force contract for weather balloon data

Silicon Valley startup WindBorne has won a contract worth nearly $50 million from the US Air Force. The company utilizes a network of weather balloons equipped with sensors to collect atmospheric data. This data is then analyzed using artificial intelligence to generate weather forecasts. The contract signifies military interest in the company's novel approach to weather prediction.

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TechnologyNYT Technology ·

Meta Releases New AI Models Muse Wonder and Muse Wonder Full

Meta has introduced two new advanced artificial intelligence models named Muse Wonder and Muse Wonder Full. The company aims for these models to compete with leading AI systems from rivals such as OpenAI and Anthropic. This launch represents Meta's latest effort to advance in the competitive AI development landscape. The announcement was made in a recent technology release.

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TechnologyThe Verge ·

Meta launches new AI models Wonder and Wonder Full for subscribers

Meta has introduced two new AI models named Muse Wonder and Muse Wonder Full. These models are available starting today for subscribers of its Muse Code service. Meta asserts that the new models are competitive with leading industry offerings. The company plans to eventually power its Muse AI agent with the Wonder technology, initially for subscribers, before developing specialized models for broader use.

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TechnologyThe Verge ·

Elon Musk becomes top Republican donor with $276 million midterm contribution

Elon Musk has donated at least $276 million to Republican political groups since July, according to The New York Times. This makes him the party's largest known donor for the current midterm elections. The largest portion, $158 million, went to the Senate Leadership Fund, a super PAC working to secure a Republican Senate majority. Musk also contributed over $76 million to America PAC, another super PAC he founded in 2024.

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Cult horror game P.T., removed from official release, receives unofficial PC port.

The interactive horror demo P.T., created by Hideo Kojima, has been unofficially ported to PCs. The original release was a playable trailer for a cancelled game and was removed from the PlayStation Store in 2015. It had previously only been accessible on a limited number of legacy PlayStation 4 consoles. The new port makes the discontinued title available to a wider modern audience.

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TechnologyTechCrunch ·

Honeyjar Launches AI Tools for PR and Corporate Communications

The company Honeyjar has introduced a suite of AI tools designed for public relations and corporate communications. The new offering aims to improve the effectiveness of these functions across different companies. The tools were announced in a report by the technology publication TechCrunch. The development responds to a broader question about whether artificial intelligence can enhance the field of public relations.

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TechnologyThe Verge ·

Ukraine drone strikes hit Russian servers, bot traffic drop likely unrelated to disinformation

Ukrainian drone strikes recently targeted and disabled Russian data centers. This caused a measurable drop in online bot traffic from Russia, according to data from Cloudflare. The affected servers belonged to Yandex, a major Russian technology company. However, experts suggest this drop likely did not significantly impact the coordinated disinformation campaigns often attributed to Russian state actors.

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TechnologyTechCrunch ·

Microsoft President Urges UK to Lead AI Regulation Citing Lack of Oversight

Microsoft President Brad Smith has called for the urgent regulation of artificial intelligence. He argues that AI companies currently face less oversight than industries producing everyday goods like milk and washing machines. Smith believes the United Kingdom is uniquely positioned to take a leading role in establishing these regulatory frameworks. His comments highlight a growing push from within the tech industry for clear governance of AI development.

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TechnologyThe Verge ·

Mechanism releases Basecase, a modular protective shell for Switch 2

Accessory manufacturer Mechanism has launched its first case for the Nintendo Switch 2 after some delays. The $49 Basecase is a snap-on protective shell that integrates with the company's existing modular mount system. It is designed to protect the console while maintaining full access to its kickstand and ports. The case also includes features for improved comfort and unofficial compatibility with Lego blocks.

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TechnologyThe Verge ·

Googlebooks with Android offer powerful features but suffer from connectivity issues

An Asus and an HP Googlebook were tested over a week. The Android-powered laptops impressed with native app access and phone notification integration. However, the user experienced significant flaws, including flaky phone connectivity and broken file-sharing. The experience was described as rocky, with appreciation for Android's strengths tempered by frustration with its shortcomings.

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