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September 18, 2026

AI Music Copyright War Intensifies as Labels Target New Models

Sony Music and UMG have filed new legal challenges against Suno, alleging that even their latest AI models rely on unlicensed copyrighted material.

FCC ISM Rules May Shatter Lora Mesh Communities

FCC ISM Rules May Shatter Lora Mesh Communities

The 'Concrete-Piercing' Side-Channel Attack That Turns Headphones Into Microphones

Security researchers have demonstrated a new side-channel attack that can intercept audio from headphones even through thick walls by monitoring electromagnetic signals.

The Coming Shortage: Why Everyday Electronics are Losing Memory Production to AI

Production of NOR Flash and SLC NAND is being deprioritized as manufacturers shift capacity to more profitable high-end AI components.

iPhone 18 Pro Max Requires 'Prepare to Ship' Battery Drain Before Shipping

The iPhone 18 Pro Max has a battery capacity over 20 watt-hours, which means there are additional shipping requirements.

Photopea: A Free Browser-Based Photoshop Alternative

Photopea is a free image editor that functions entirely within a web browser, with features that mimic some of the features found in Photoshop.

The High Stakes of AI Hallucinations in Critical Infrastructure

A recent report details a terrifying incident where an AI hallucination nearly triggered a military confrontation between the US and China.

8-Bit Vacuum Tube Computer Uses 1950s Hardware

A retired engineer has built a unique 8-bit computer utilizing vintage 1950s vacuum tubes that reportedly generate a 'homely aroma' when in use. The project aims to eventually run a flight simulator, though the builder notes the hardware's inherent volatility.

The AI Power Bill: New Legislation Forces Data Centers to Pay for Grid Upgrades

The U.S. House has passed a measure requiring AI data centers to fund the power grid upgrades necessary to support their massive energy demands. The goal is to prevent the cost of infrastructure expansion from being passed on to local residents and existing utility customers through their monthly bills.

Roblox Everywhere: Platform Shifts to Allow Standalone Game Exports

Roblox is introducing a major policy change that allows developers to ship their creations as standalone apps on Steam, consoles, and mobile. Previously games were locked within the Roblox ecosystem.

Emmy Ratings Hit Record Lows as Streaming Services Dominate Wins

The latest Nielsen ratings for the Emmy Awards show a continued decline in traditional broadcast viewership, even as streaming platforms like Apple TV+ achieve significant critical success.

Clicks Communicator Physical Keyboard Phone Launching in December

The Clicks Communicator, a smartphone featuring a physical BlackBerry-style keyboard, is set to begin shipping in December.

SpaceX Plans Orbiting Data Centers with 'Starmind' Satellites

SpaceX is filing for heavy-duty 'Starmind' satellites that could serve as orbiting data centers, weighing up to 4,000kg each.

Surveillance Scandal: Camera Vendor Created Fake Police Unit to Access City Networks

Flock Safety reportedly established a fictitious police department to gain access to municipal camera networks that would otherwise be restricted to law enforcement. Flock employees allegedly searched for the Star of David and other symbols.

Security Alert: Fake LastPass Authenticator Repos Distribute Malware

A new malware campaign is using SEO-optimized GitHub repositories to impersonate the LastPass Authenticator app.

The Secondary Market for Your Data: SpaceX Eyes Bankrupt Startup Databases

SpaceX is reportedly looking to acquire data assets from failed startups specifically to train Elon Musk's Grok AI models.