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Russian freelancers use Claude to program autonomous combat drone swarm - AI-enabled target selection and detonation without a human in the loop
Hit hard by sanctions and lacking resources, Russia is left to rely on foreign advanced technologies to compensate. Russia-linked agents appear to use Claude for a broad range of activities, from propaganda and espionage to the procurement of…
How North Face designed camping gear that works for every body
From the very first day that professional ski mountaineer and free skier Vasu Sojitra signed on as a North Face –sponsored athlete in 2017, he campaigned for the brand to incorporate more elements of universal design into its product line.
25 winners of math's 'Nobel Prize' decry the AI invasion of their discipline
A new declaration from winners of the Fields Medal reflects many mathematicians' growing alarm over a “severe misalignment” between the tech industry and their field a week after AI toppled one of math's biggest open problems Read…
I've been the CEO of my children's lives for nearly two decades. It's time to focus on my own.
A few weeks ago, my 18-year-old daughter was planning a weekend beach trip with friends. She's self-reliant, dependable, and not a partier, so I completely trust her to get the job done in situations like this. I knew she'd be OK, but I still…
Kate McKinnon Is an Evil CEO in Sequel to Zoom's Bowen Yang-Led Brand Reset
The future of brands gets decided here. Join the industry's top marketers at Brandweek for the ideas, insights, and connections shaping what's next. Get your ticket. Zoom's biggest ever global campaign kicked off in December, with an ad from Colin…
Corning: AI-Slowdown Fears, Equity Distribution News Hit Hard, EPS Growth Remains (GLW)
Corning Incorporated maintains a Buy rating, with valuation now more appealing despite recent technical deterioration and sector-wide AI-related volatility. Q2 results showed strong growth in Optical Communications and Solar, with enterprise sales…
A little rudeness can save you from being scammed? Count me in | Polly Hudson
I knew I wanted to marry my husband when I overheard him on the phone to a cold caller. Having recently reached a new stage in maturity, I'd rearranged the list of qualities I was looking for in a life partner, placing kindness above wearing good…
Marathon Makes Major Changes Amidst Bungie Struggles, Delays Next Big Update to December
Bungie's struggles grow more evident as Marathon undergoes a handful of drastic changes, with a move away from seasonal content, a focus on PvE, and a significant delay for the game's next update. Bungie confirmed today that Marathon's next major…
PlayStation Blackout Boycott Reportedly Had No Significant Impact on Platform Engagement
The recent PlayStation blackout boycott reportedly had no 'significant' change in player engagement with the platform, according to an analyst. Last month, fans organized a boycott against PlayStation for the last week of August as a way of…
The Last Photograph Reactions Slam Zack Snyder's 'Passion Project'
'The Last Photograph' is the latest passion project Zack Snyder has managed to turn into a movie, but even compared to his last few films, this feels especially important to him. In addition to directing, Snyder also served as cinematographer and…
'Emily in Paris' Star Lucien Laviscount Joins Daisy Ridley in 'The Good Samaritan' as Action-Thriller Secures Key Deals (EXCLUSIVE)
Lucien Laviscount, the “Emily in Paris” breakout recently seen in the rom-com “People We Meet on Vacation,” has joined fellow Brit Daisy Ridley in upcoming action-thriller “The Good Samaritan.” From…
The Ultimate Fall Denim Guide: How to Find the Best Target Jeans for Your Aesthetic
Blue jeans have always been considered the base of a great fall outfit, and this season's must-have choices pack more personality than ever. Send your cutoff jean shorts to the back of your closet, as you look ahead to trending wide- and barrel-leg…
Trump EPA to repeal emissions regulations of fossil-fuel power plants
The reversal of a Biden-era cap on emissions from the plants could have devastating effects in efforts to stop climate change Join Our Community of Science Lovers! I agree my information will be processed in accordance with the Scientific American…
iOS 27 Is Live. Here Are the Best New iPhone Features and How to Upgrade
After months of waiting, iOS 27 and iPadOS are finally here. Apple's latest OS update comes with a bounty of new features, including an AI-powered Siri, a redesigned Screen Time app, more Liquid Glass customizations, Apple Handoff, and deeper Apple…
Automation is coming for the gig economy
A safety net for people who have fallen out of the formal labour market is being dismantled. Sign up now: Get ST's newsletters delivered to your inbox Published Sep 14, 2026, 02:00 PM Whether with a smile or a shudder, both the champions and the…
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