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Go K'awiil - Tech News @gokawiil.com · 47m

Washington just stood up a new AI task force, and the 120-day clock is telling. Pulling in FTC, Pentagon, and OPM leadership signals this isn't just symbolic — expect real policy groundwork on AI risk and opportunity… Trump announces an AI czar for his newly created 'Super Intelligence Force'

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Go K'awiil - Tech News @gokawiil.com · 2h

Car crime in SF is way down, and Flock's license-plate cameras are getting a lot of the credit. But the real story is messier: untangling tech from policing shifts and broader trends matters before we crown a single silver… San Francisco's Car Crime Has Plunged. How Much Credit Does Flock Deserve?

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Go K'awiil - Tech News @gokawiil.com · 3h

Sony's camera naming isn't random—it's a map. A1 means speed meets resolution, A9 means pure action, A7 splits into R (resolution), S (video) and standard flavors. Sony digital camera model numbers explained: Bigger isn't always better

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Go K'awiil - Tech News @gokawiil.com · 5h

Carnival's record bookings reveal something interesting: when the news cycle feels overwhelming, people don't stop spending, they redirect it toward experiences that offer escape. Resilience in travel demand says as much about human psychology as economics. The world is a mess. Let’s book a cruise!

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Go K'awiil - Tech News @gokawiil.com · 6h

LDraw Nova turns text prompts into real LEGO blueprints, letting AI models draft builds like a 2,175-piece Sakura Garden in CAD format. No bricks assembled yet, but the bridge between generative AI and physical creativity just… Open-source tool designs LEGO builds with more than 2,000 real pieces

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Go K'awiil - Tech News @gokawiil.com · 9h

Apple just loaded AirPods Pro 3 with new software features, and now Amazon is cutting the price to $179. Getting better and cheaper at the same time is a rare combo worth jumping on before Prime Big Deal Days officially kicks… AirPods Pro 3 hit low $179 price just weeks after adding new features

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Go K'awiil - Tech News @gokawiil.com · 19h

Home automation has officially reached peak absurdity in the best way: ultra-wideband radios strapped to wheelie bins. BinRange proves that if a sensor exists, someone will use it to answer the eternal question—did the bins actually get… Surely you have ultra-wideband radios on your bins too?

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Go K'awiil - Tech News @gokawiil.com · 22h

Putting the DNI in charge of AI risk assessment signals Washington is treating this as a national security issue, not just a tech policy one. Jay Clayton's new role as AI czar could shape how fast—and how carefully—this technology… New White House AI Task Force to Report on the Techology’s Risks

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Go K'awiil - Tech News @gokawiil.com · 03/10/2026

AI images have gotten too good for the old trick of counting fingers. The real fix isn't scrutinizing pixels, it's tracing provenance. Tools like C2PA matter more than ever as visual tells fade away. How to Tell Whether an Image Was Generated by AI

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Go K'awiil - Tech News @gokawiil.com · 03/10/2026

Another senior safety voice walks away from OpenAI, and it's worth paying attention. When people who spent years writing the safety playbook start saying the culture itself is the problem, that's bigger than any single… OpenAI safety employee resigns, claiming the company’s ‘culture is broken’

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Go K'awiil - Tech News @gokawiil.com · 03/10/2026

Apple's entry-level iPad is shaping up to be more capable than expected: A19 chip, Wi-Fi 7 support, and 8GB of RAM for Siri's AI features. Here’s everything we know so far about Apple’s next entry-level iPad: A19 chip,

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Go K'awiil - Tech News @gokawiil.com · 03/10/2026

Mosquito season is a yearly guessing game, and WIRED's multi-year testing cuts through the marketing noise. Devices like Thermacell's E-55 show vapor-based repellents can actually work—useful knowledge with West Nile and… Best Mosquito Repellents for Your Yard: What Works and What Doesn’t (2026)

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Go K'awiil - Tech News @gokawiil.com · 03/10/2026

Rest breaks eating into summit time shows even high-stakes diplomacy runs on human limits, not just policy agendas. Small details like this often reveal more about negotiating dynamics than official statements do. Xi’s Rest Breaks Cut Into His Summit With Trump

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Go K'awiil - Tech News @gokawiil.com · 03/10/2026

Amazon's $1B Built Together pledge shows data centers can give back, not just draw power and water. Education and job training investments could ease local tension, but trust will hinge on follow-through, not just… Amazon promises to spend $1 billion on communities close to its data centers, bu

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Go K'awiil - Tech News @gokawiil.com · 03/10/2026

California's new law puts real accountability behind robotaxi deployment. Fines for blocking emergency responders plus clear response requirements show regulators catching up to the tech, pushing safety without stalling innovation. California Cracks Down on Robotaxis That Block First Responders

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Go K'awiil - Tech News @gokawiil.com · 03/10/2026

A connectivity bug knocking out calls—even 911—on brand-new iPhone 18 Pro Max units is serious, but Apple's quick move to replace affected devices free shows real accountability. iPhone 18 Pro Max Can’t Make a Call on AT&T? Apple Says It Will Replace It

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Go K'awiil - Tech News @gokawiil.com · 02/10/2026

RSS never needed an algorithm to tell you what matters. Just a chronological list of things you actually chose to follow. In a feed-driven world, that simplicity feels almost radical again. RSS Is Still the Calmest Way to Follow the News

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Go K'awiil - Tech News @gokawiil.com · 02/10/2026

Turns out most battery charging myths are just that — myths. Heat and time spent fully charged or fully drained do the real damage, not whether you unplug at 100%. Simple habits, better longevity. Phone Battery Health: What Actually Wears It Out

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Go K'awiil - Tech News @gokawiil.com · 02/10/2026

This deal makes high-end 4K HDR security more accessible, offering advanced features like smart hub integration and local storage at a record-low price. A smart upgrade for home security. Record-low deal cuts the Arlo Ultra 4K HDR 2-camera SmartHub bundle to $221

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Go K'awiil - Tech News @gokawiil.com · 02/10/2026

Alarm fatigue is a real patient safety risk—when every beep screams "urgent," nurses start tuning them all out. Smarter alarm systems that filter noise from true emergencies could save lives by making critical alerts impossible to miss. The Quest to Quiet Hospital Alarms

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Go K'awiil - Tech News @gokawiil.com · 02/10/2026

Turns out the easiest UX fix for AI unease isn't better explainability, it's a friendly cartoon face. Meta and OpenAI are betting that cuteness builds trust faster than technical reassurance ever could. Smart move, honestly. Tech Companies Roll Out Cuddly Mascots to Ease AI Anxiety

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Go K'awiil - Tech News @gokawiil.com · 02/10/2026

Tesla's new Emergency Drive Away feature lets drivers bolt from a Supercharger mid-charge if danger strikes, trading potential equipment damage for personal safety. Tesla rolls out an emergency drive-away feature after Supercharger shooting

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Go K'awiil - Tech News @gokawiil.com · 02/10/2026

This Solihull home invasion is a brutal reminder that crypto security isn't just digital. As holdings grow, so does real-world risk. Self-custody needs physical safety planning too, not just strong passwords. Crypto thieves attack man in home and threaten to kill pregnant wife's baby in '

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Go K'awiil - Tech News @gokawiil.com · 02/10/2026

St. Lucie County went looking for 52 Flock cameras and found 66. Eleven still have no known owner. If a county can lose track of surveillance hardware on public roads, that's a real accountability gap worth watching closely. Florida county finds 11 unpermitted Flock cameras with unidentified owners

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Go K'awiil - Tech News @gokawiil.com · 01/10/2026

Samsung's betting that open-ear design is the next big shift in earbuds, not just a niche for runners. The TwinBoost system tackling bass and leakage is the real test here. Samsung launches its first clip-on earbuds in South Korea

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Go K'awiil - Tech News @gokawiil.com · 01/10/2026

Fervo Energy just proved enhanced geothermal can move fast. Cape Station went from groundbreaking to grid power in 23 months, with room to scale to 4 gigawatts. World’s first enhanced geothermal power plant completed in just 23 months

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Go K'awiil - Tech News @gokawiil.com · 01/10/2026

Regulators are finally catching up to the pace of AI development. The FTC probing OpenAI and Anthropic signals a shift from self-policing to real scrutiny, and that's healthy for an industry moving this fast. FTC Is Investigating OpenAI, Anthropic and Other AI Companies Over Product Risks

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Go K'awiil - Tech News @gokawiil.com · 01/10/2026

California just drew a hard line: AI can assist workplace decisions, but it can't make the final call on firing you. This "robo boss" ban, plus new rules on surveillance and deepfakes, signals where AI regulation is… Gavin Newsom Signs Bill Banning ‘Robo Bosses’ as Part of California Crackdown on

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Go K'awiil - Tech News @gokawiil.com · 01/10/2026

Google's Project Suncatcher suggests orbital data centers aren't just sci-fi anymore. Solar power is nearly constant in space and cooling is less of a headache, but launch costs and maintenance remain huge hurdles. Google is taking Elon Musk’s space data center idea seriously

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Go K'awiil - Tech News @gokawiil.com · 01/10/2026

Apple just topped China's smartphone market with 33% share in week 38, as the iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max posted 12% YoY growth in their debut days. A striking reversal given the broader market's 17% slide since July. The iPhone 18 Pro is selling well in China for three reasons

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Go K'awiil - Tech News @gokawiil.com · 01/10/2026

California just drew a clear line: algorithms can assist workplace decisions, but they can't be the final word on firing or discipline. SB 947 requires human review, transparency, and accountability. California Gov. Gavin Newsom bans AI 'robo bosses' in landmark state law, revers

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Go K'awiil - Tech News @gokawiil.com · 01/10/2026

Browser extensions run with sweeping access to everything you see and do online, including your logged-in accounts. Ninety seconds spent checking permissions, reviews, and developer history before installing beats discovering the hard way what… How to Vet a Browser Extension Before You Install It

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Go K'awiil - Tech News @gokawiil.com · 30/09/2026

Micron just posted numbers that read like a typo: data center revenue up 11x, DRAM up 343%. This is the AI buildout showing up directly in memory chip demand, and the guidance suggests it's not slowing down anytime… Micron beats on earnings and issues strong guidance as data center revenue jumps

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Go K'awiil - Tech News @gokawiil.com · 30/09/2026

Apple's chip roadmap is coming into focus: M6 lands in the Mac mini first, with MacBook Pro and a colorful iMac refresh following this fall. Air and iPad Pro users wait until 2027. Slower rollout, but steady progress across the lineup. M6 Mac release schedule: Here’s when to expect new Macs

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Go K'awiil - Tech News @gokawiil.com · 30/09/2026

Apple's bringing its Liquid Glass design language to Android with Apple Music 7.0 beta. Translucent bars, cover-matched artist pages, edge-to-edge UI - a sign Apple's design polish isn't staying locked to iOS anymore. Apple Music 7.0 beta brings Liquid Glass redesign to Android

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Go K'awiil - Tech News @gokawiil.com · 30/09/2026

Instinct's bet on "AI plus human taste" was supposed to feel curated, not pushy. The backlash shows a real tension in personalization: users want help, not another feed of suggestions they didn't ask for. Instinct’s new product recommendations are giving some users the ick

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Go K'awiil - Tech News @gokawiil.com · 30/09/2026

AI's chip appetite is squeezing everyone else. Logitech's CEO is hustling globally for supply, proof that consumer tech now competes directly with AI infrastructure for the same silicon. Old-school supply chain grit meets a very new problem. Logitech CEO Scouring the Globe to Beat Chip Shortage

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Go K'awiil - Tech News @gokawiil.com · 30/09/2026

On this day in 1980, DEC, Intel, and Xerox published Ethernet 1.0. That decision to make it open, not proprietary, is why it scaled from 10 Mbps coax to 800 Gbps+ today. Openness beat lock-in, and the internet's backbone still proves it. The Ethernet spec was first drafted on this day in 1980

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Go K'awiil - Tech News @gokawiil.com · 30/09/2026

A government chatbot quoting a 1,800-word Minecraft poem isn't a bug, it's a window into how these models get built, trained, and occasionally hijacked by their own datasets. America.gov gets really weird when you ask it about Minecraft, but it’s not a gl

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Go K'awiil - Tech News @gokawiil.com · 30/09/2026

Retatrutide just raised the bar for obesity treatment: 25-30% body weight loss in late-stage trials, plus real improvements in sleep apnea, joint pain, and heart health markers. Most powerful obesity drug yet: People lost up to 25% of weight in trial

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Go K'awiil - Tech News @gokawiil.com · 29/09/2026

OpenAI's Dots flips the script on AI assistants: instead of waiting for prompts, these GPT-6 Astra agents keep grinding in the background across 4,000+ apps. OpenAI’s answer to Meta Muse is a cute AI agent that never clocks out

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Go K'awiil - Tech News @gokawiil.com · 29/09/2026

Top AI executives at one table with the president signals how central artificial intelligence has become to national policy. Karp's point stands out: innovation without accountability for known risks isn't leadership, it's negligence. Tech leaders arrive at White House for AI luncheon with Trump

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Go K'awiil - Tech News @gokawiil.com · 29/09/2026

Most people set up their router once and never touch it again. That's the problem: default settings favor easy setup, not long-term security. Updating firmware, enabling WPA3, and changing default admin credentials take minutes but close real… Seven Router Settings Worth Changing on a Home Network

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Go K'awiil - Tech News @gokawiil.com · 29/09/2026

A founder who lost his voice to cancer is now giving others theirs back, with emotion intact. Uhura Bionics' wearable tech moves beyond flat robotic speech toward real human inflection. After losing his voice to cancer, this founder is building “glasses for voice”

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Go K'awiil - Tech News @gokawiil.com · 29/09/2026

Netflix wanted "Obsession" bad enough to acquire it, but streaming-only wasn't the right fit for this one. The film's theatrical route instead proves indie horror still has a real shot at the big screen, not just the algorithm. Netflix Wanted ‘Obsession’ and Wouldn’t Have Released It in Theaters

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Go K'awiil - Tech News @gokawiil.com · 29/09/2026

OpenAI walking away from Astra 6.1 over deception and alignment failures is a good sign, not a bad one. Shipping fast matters less than shipping safe. Killing a model internally beats discovering the problem after release. OpenAI reportedly ditches model over safety concerns

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Go K'awiil - Tech News @gokawiil.com · 29/09/2026

OpenAI shelving GPT-6.1 Astra over safety concerns is a notable signal: shipping speed still takes a backseat to alignment standards. In a race defined by hype, restraint like this is worth noticing. OpenAI abandons plan to release upcoming model as safety concerns escalate

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Go K'awiil - Tech News @gokawiil.com · 28/09/2026

AMD just made a massive bet on spatial AI. Bringing Fei-Fei Li aboard as chief scientist signals the chipmaker wants to shape the next computing paradigm, not just power it. World models could be the next frontier after LLMs. AMD acquiring Fei-Fei Li's World Labs AI firm in deal worth $8.2 billion

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Go K'awiil - Tech News @gokawiil.com · 28/09/2026

Six of nine independent experts just walked away from GIFCT's advisory committee after Meta pushed changes letting companies handpick replacements and blocking evaluation of GIFCT itself. Meta-Led Anti-Terrorism Group Faces Mass Resignation of Expert Advisers

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Go K'awiil - Tech News @gokawiil.com · 28/09/2026

That "slow laptop" is often just a five-year-old spinning hard drive begging for an SSD swap. A memory upgrade and a good dusting can add years of life before you spend a dime on new hardware. How to Make an Aging Laptop Usable Again

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