A viral clip of Tesla’s Optimus robot collapsing is the latest reminder that humanoid robotics is still more promise than reality. Companies from Tesla to 1X are racing to build them, but viable use cases remain slim.
For years, Homebrew was the go-to package manager for macOS users. Now, it’s matured into a robust, cross-platform tool that works just as well on Linux, offering a consistent workflow and user-space installations without system conflicts.
Intel is gearing up to contribute multi-queue support for the upcoming Linux 7.0 kernel, a feature tied to its next-gen “Crescent Island” platform. At the same time, its Video Processing Library is getting AI-assisted encoding capabilities.
The UK government has confirmed a cyberattack on its Foreign Office systems, first detected in October. While a tabloid reported Chinese state hackers stole visa application data, officials call that speculation and say the risk to individuals is low.
AT&T’s CEO sent a blunt memo in August, doubling down on a five-day in-office model for 140,000 employees. The message reveals a deeper shift in the employer-employee contract that every company is facing.
Intel is powering WaitTime’s crowd intelligence platform with its edge AI tech. The system uses cameras and 5th Gen Xeon processors to analyze movement and density in real-time, aiming to improve safety and operations at large venues.
OpenAI has rolled out a built-in app store for ChatGPT. The new directory lets users connect to and interact with third-party apps like Spotify, DoorDash, and Dropbox directly within a chat. Developers can now also submit their own apps for review and publication.
Saudi Telecom Company, through its Center3 subsidiary, has signed a joint venture with AI firm Humain to develop AI-focused data centers. The ambitious plan aims for 1GW of capacity, starting with an initial 250MW.
The European Innovation Council, which manages a €10 billion ($10.7B) deeptech fund, has appointed a new 20-person board. The move comes as the organization announces it will begin funding dual-use defense technologies starting in early 2026 and emphasizes a new focus on scaling companies globally.
LG is jumping into the Dolby FlexConnect game with a new soundbar and speaker system called the Sound Suite. The tech lets you place speakers anywhere for a calibrated Atmos experience, and it’s coming to LG’s 2026 TVs.
