Face palm: It goes without saying that AI has brought and will continue to bring “bad things” such as the possible end of humanity. Even OpenAI boss Sam Altman admits this. So what does the CEO suggest we do? Just accept that they will happen because of the benefits that technology brings. In an interview … Read more
Researchers at the University of Stuttgart in Germany are developing two autonomous robotic systems that aim to make construction faster, more productive and less wasteful. The SCALAR and COBRAS projects will explore how teams of robots and construction equipment can assemble buildings with less human intervention while supporting more sustainable construction methods. Both projects were … Read more
Face palm: GameStop is increasing prices on used and refurbished PlayStation 5 Pro consoles to $1,399.99. The new price is about $100 to $150 below the list prices of new units, which remain in short supply ahead of GTA 6’s release next month. The increase is a major setback for gamers, many of whom had … Read more
The United Arab Emirates has completed the development of aircraft ammunition designed to penetrate hardened targets. The manufacturer reported that in tests the weapon can break through more than a meter of reinforced concrete. The MK 82 Penetrator was developed and manufactured by LAHAB, an ammunition subsidiary of the Emirati defense group EDGE, and is … Read more
In short: The holiday season is approaching. For most people, that means visiting family and friends, which is (usually) fun, but often also air travel, which is anything but fun. Google takes the stress out of the process by analyzing years of Google Flights data to find the cheapest fares for Thanksgiving and Christmas flights … Read more
The U.S. Navy is investing an additional $55.8 million in ground infrastructure to support its P-8A Poseidon fleet. Dayton T. Brown Inc. will provide equipment under a modification to its existing Mobile Mission Systems contract. The award includes materials for five P-8 ground systems and 21 fly-away kits. These systems support modifications, upgrades and integration … Read more
Make compromises: Google recently announced a significant expansion of its data center space in Finland. The US company wants to invest billions in the new infrastructure, but is apparently moving a little too quickly with its forest clearing plans. Regulators are now investigating the matter, and the outcome could have far-reaching consequences for the broader … Read more
SpaceX is seeking approval for a 32.4-mile natural gas pipeline in Florida to supply fuel for its Starship rockets as the company prepares to expand launch operations at Cape Canaveral. The proposed 16-inch transmission line would run through Brevard County and connect SpaceX facilities to Florida’s existing interstate gas transmission line, according to a September … Read more
Vulnerability: Generative AI models are exceptionally good at code, and vibe coding is now spreading everywhere. So much so that many open source projects struggle with an unsustainable amount of contributions if they want to maintain a proper review process. Google is temporarily suspending financial rewards for skilled bug hunters because its human staff cannot … Read more
Boeing has received a $14.7 billion grant from Lockheed Martin to expand production of seekers for the PAC-3 MSE interceptor. The open-ended supply contract supports a seven-year production framework agreed upon with the U.S. Department of War. Boeing will use the agreement to triple its current production of PAC-3 MSE search aircraft. The PAC-3 MSE … Read more