Month: August 2026
Laser internet breakthrough sees scientists hit 98% fidelity over hundreds of meters —magnetic ‘skyrmions’ shield data from distortion in alternative to fiber-optic cables
Researchers just encoded data into a beam of high-speed light The data arrived intact, despite significant heat and wind It could transform the internet, communications and more Transmitting data through the air often comes with a key problem: under a barrage of turbulent atmospheric conditions like wind and heat, the…
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The biggest video game of all time looks like a movie
I think I know why Rockstar Games debuted its “extended look” of Grand Theft Auto VI on Netflix instead of immediately dropping it for free on YouTube. Unlike most video game trailers, the almost 27-minute preview of GTA VI felt more like a slice of a prestige crime drama than…
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Bluesky has a new setting to help you avoid accidentally going viral
The setting will prevent your posts from being recommended in the algorithmic "discover" feed. Source
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Ukraine warns Russia has built metal-cutting drones to topple its power grid
Ukraine’s HUR says Russia developed a drone with an explosive charge in its wings It is designed to cut through metal and bring down existing power infrastructure The damage needs days to repair, and while it is unlikely to make the grid collapse, it can cause blackouts in many regions…
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You won’t be able to hot-wire every car in GTA 6
Stealing cars in GTA 6 will require different approaches depending on their make and model. Source
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The most popular Android phone brands rarely sold in the US
People in the US don't have much choice beyond Apple, Google, and Samsung phones. But there are so many more choices that aren't sold in the region. Source
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