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Meta launches on-device AI scam detection feature for WhatsApp

Meta is rolling out an optional Scam Alert feature on WhatsApp that uses on-device machine learning to identify suspicious messages. The tool is currently available in a limited beta and displays a private warning to the user when a message is flagged as a potential scam. Users can then choose to block or report the sender, or continue the conversation if they believe the alert is a false positive. The feature builds on Meta's earlier scam detection tool for WhatsApp device-linking requests introduced this year. All analysis is performed on the device, meaning message content is not shared with Meta.

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X Open Sources Feed Algorithm and Adds Shadowban Transparency Tools

X, the platform formerly known as Twitter, has made the code behind its 'For You' feed ranking algorithm publicly available. Alongside this, the company is launching new transparency features that inform users when its ranking systems have impacted their accounts or posts. The move allows users to see if they have been subject to reduced visibility, commonly referred to as 'shadowbanning.' The initiative represents a broader push by X toward greater openness about how content is prioritized on its platform.

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2027 Corvette Grand Sport X: 721-HP Super-Hybrid AWD Takes On Porsche 911

Chevrolet has introduced the 2027 Corvette Grand Sport X, a new super-hybrid sports car producing 721 horsepower. The vehicle features an all-wheel-drive system designed to boost driver confidence across varied road conditions. A reviewer from The Verge tested the car over three days, driving from Manhattan through the Catskills, Long Island, and New England. The Grand Sport nameplate has historically been associated with value within the Corvette lineup, and this marks the first time it has been applied to a hybrid powertrain. Chevrolet is positioning the Grand Sport X as a performance rival to the Porsche 911 at a comparatively lower price point.

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Suno Studio 2.0 Adds MIDI Support in Push Toward Full DAW Functionality

AI music platform Suno has launched Studio 2.0, a significant upgrade to its audio editing suite that brings it closer to a traditional digital audio workstation. The most notable addition is MIDI support, which Suno confirmed was its most-requested feature from users. The update includes a built-in wavetable synthesizer featuring two oscillators, three envelopes, and four LFOs. However, the platform still lacks support for third-party plugins or VSTs, limiting users to Suno's proprietary tools for now.

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Instagram Refreshes Its Wordmark With a More Modern Design

Instagram has unveiled a redesigned wordmark, marking a visual update for the popular social media platform. The company stated that the change was driven by a desire for a sharper and more contemporary appearance. The redesign comes roughly a decade after the platform established its previous typographic identity. Meta-owned Instagram indicated the updated look reflects the platform's evolution over the years.

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Microsoft merges Copilot apps and cuts several underperforming AI features

Microsoft is streamlining its Copilot AI offering by consolidating its separate consumer and business applications into a single unified app. The company is simultaneously discontinuing several features that failed to gain traction with users. Among the features being cut are AI-generated podcasts, Group Chats, and Deep Research functionality. The virtual character Mico is also being removed as part of the cleanup. The move signals Microsoft's effort to focus its AI strategy on features that deliver clearer value to users.

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AI-generated film reviewed: human creative touches stand out most

A new AI-generated movie follows three bumbling English men who dream of fame and stardom while drinking at a London pub. The film features fast-paced action sequences, lavish fantasy scenes, and a style reminiscent of directors like Edgar Wright or Guy Ritchie. A reviewer from The Verge watched and analyzed the feature-length production. Despite its AI origins, the reviewer found that the most compelling elements of the film were those with a distinctly human creative touch.

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Nvidia Pitches $500B Plan to Keep AI Infrastructure Financing Alive

Nvidia has unveiled a $500 billion strategy aimed at sustaining investment in AI infrastructure buildouts. The plan focuses on attracting a new generation of financiers willing to fund continued AI development. A key motivation behind the initiative is protecting the long-term value of Nvidia's existing GPUs. By keeping lending activity strong, Nvidia hopes to ensure its hardware remains in demand rather than becoming obsolete.

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Instagram Updates Its Wordmark for the First Time in a Decade

Instagram has revealed a redesigned wordmark, replacing the cursive typeface it has used for the past ten years. The new design blends elements of cursive and print lettering in what the company describes as a cleaner, more modern look. Instagram head Adam Mosseri announced the change on his personal account, noting that a refresh was overdue. He added that the updated wordmark retains references to the original while emphasizing simplicity and craft. The rollout and further details are still emerging.

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Bartesian's Cocktail Machine Brings Keurig-Style Convenience to Home Bartending

Bartesian has developed a cocktail-making machine that works on a similar principle to pod-based coffee makers like Keurig and Nespresso. Instead of coffee capsules, the device uses pods to produce alcoholic drinks at home. The product targets consumers looking for a convenient way to mix cocktails without bartending skills. It positions itself in the home appliance market as an automated alternative to traditional drink preparation.

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Hands-On: Insomniac's Marvel's Wolverine Impresses With Gore and Character Depth

A hands-on demo of Marvel's Wolverine was held at Insomniac Games' studio in Burbank, California, giving journalists roughly two hours of gameplay. The game features visceral, bloody combat centered on Wolverine's iconic claws, including a parry mechanic. The story follows Logan rejoining mutant task force Team X after years away, portrayed as a reluctant hero with fractured relationships and gaps in his memory. The demo began at the game's opening, offering an early look at both its action and narrative tone. The preview left at least one reporter unexpectedly invested in the character despite having no prior attachment to Wolverine.

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Apple Reportedly Negotiating Nine-Figure Deal to Feed News Content to Siri

Apple is in discussions with news publishers to license their content for use in its Siri voice assistant, according to a Wall Street Journal report. The company is said to have considered a budget running into nine figures for these payments. The move suggests Apple is working to improve Siri's ability to deliver current, accurate news information to users. This development highlights the growing competition among tech firms to secure quality content for their AI-powered products.

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Google Reorganizes DeepMind as Questions Mount Over Its AI Competitiveness

Google restructured its AI division, Google DeepMind, with CEO Demis Hassabis stepping back from day-to-day leadership to focus on long-term research and taking on a chairman-like role. Chief Scientist Jeff Dean departed to launch his own AI startup, which will operate on Google Cloud infrastructure. The shake-up has prompted widespread debate in the tech industry about whether Google is falling behind in the AI race despite its vast resources and distribution advantages. Analysts note that while Google remains enormously powerful — with deep data assets, product integration, and financial strength — it is currently not considered a frontier leader in AI. Both CEO Sundar Pichai and Hassabis acknowledged in public statements that the company needs to improve in key areas to stay competitive.

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US authorizes select private companies to conduct offensive cyberattacks

The United States has issued a new directive permitting certain private firms to carry out offensive cyber operations for the first time. The policy marks a significant departure from decades of established U.S. cybersecurity rules that strictly prohibited companies from conducting so-called 'hack back' attacks. Previously, offensive cyber actions were reserved exclusively for government and military entities. The new order represents one of the most consequential shifts in American cybersecurity policy in recent history.

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Bumble drops women-first messaging rule after user feedback and trial

Dating app Bumble has abandoned its long-standing policy that required women to send the first message in heterosexual matches. The company's leadership says the decision follows a successful trial period testing the new approach. Bumble cited a shift in user preferences as a key reason for scrapping the rule. The change marks a significant departure from the feature that originally set Bumble apart from rival dating apps.

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Rivian Adds Captain's Chairs to R1S in 2027 Model Year Updates

Rivian has announced updates to its lineup for the 2027 model year, with the changes addressing its most frequently requested feature from customers. The electric vehicle maker is now offering captain's chairs as a seating option for the R1S SUV. The addition responds directly to longstanding customer demand for the alternative seating configuration. Notably, Rivian has kept pricing unchanged alongside the new updates.

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Rivian R1S to Finally Offer Second-Row Captain's Chairs After Owner Demand

Rivian has announced that second-row captain's chairs will be made available for the R1S SUV, addressing a long-standing request from owners. For years, R1S owners complained that the standard second-row bench seat made access to the third row difficult and inconvenient. Parents in particular found the bench seat problematic when loading and unloading children, especially with car seats installed. Some owners had even considered replacing the bench with aftermarket seating solutions out of frustration. The move marks a significant interior upgrade for the three-row electric SUV.

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Screenless Wearables Gain Momentum as Minimalist Tech Trend Grows

A surge of screenless wearable devices is emerging as a notable trend in consumer technology. The Verge's senior reviewer Victoria Song tested several such devices simultaneously, including the Fitbit Air, Garmin Cirqa, Oura Ring 5, and a Dexcom G7 continuous glucose monitor. The devices were worn together over a two-week period during her summer vacation. Display-free smart glasses, such as Meta Glasses, were also part of the experiment. The hands-on experience highlights how minimalist, screen-free wearables are increasingly competing in a market that fitness tracker Whoop helped pioneer.

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Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 scores 4/10 for repairability due to hinge dust vulnerability

iFixit has provisionally rated the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 a 4 out of 10 for repairability following a detailed teardown of the $1,900 device. The main concern centers on the phone's IP48 ingress rating, which offers no protection against particles smaller than 1 millimeter, leaving the hinge exposed to dust and sand. During testing, iFixit reported that repeated opening and closing caused the hinge to emit grinding noises and the phone to stop functioning normally. Samsung has historically treated the hinge and inner display as a single replacement unit, which further complicates and likely increases the cost of repairs.

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Anthropic eyes $2 trillion valuation ahead of potential historic IPO

Anthropic, the AI company behind the Claude model, is being valued at up to $2 trillion as it considers going public. The projected valuation would potentially make it one of the largest IPOs in stock market history. This optimism is largely driven by the company's rapid and significant revenue growth in recent periods. An IPO of this scale would mark a major milestone for the AI industry and reflect surging investor confidence in frontier AI companies.

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