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Microsoft Figures Cited in Newly Released Epstein Files
Newly unsealed documents from the U.S. Justice Department’s Epstein investigation reference Bill Gates and former Windows chief Steven Sinofsky. The files contain draft notes, emails...
Senators Propose New Rules to Curb Scam Ads
Two U.S. senators have introduced a bipartisan bill aimed at reducing fraudulent advertising on social media platforms. The proposal would require companies to verify advertisers...
Europe Intensifies Scrutiny of X
French authorities have raided the Paris office of X and summoned Elon Musk as part of a widening investigation into alleged algorithm abuse and illicit...
Rethinking Education for a Critical Future
Experts from multiple scientific fields are calling for schools to embed critical thinking skills from the earliest years of education. They argue that independent reasoning...
Stories From China’s Digital Margins
Writer Yi‑Ling Liu’s new book explores how everyday internet users in China navigate censorship, shifting social norms and rapid technological change. Her work highlights the...
Technology
AI Tackles Erdős Problems
New results from a collaboration between developer Neel Somani and OpenAI’s GPT‑5.2 Pro suggest that AI systems may now contribute original reasoning to long‑standing mathematical...
Firefox Adds New AI Controls
Mozilla is introducing a dedicated set of AI controls in Firefox to give users more choice over how artificial intelligence appears in their browsing experience....
Samsung Expands G‑SYNC Support Across 2026 Displays
Samsung’s 2026 OLED TVs and Odyssey gaming monitors now include NVIDIA G‑SYNC compatibility for smoother, tear‑free gameplay. The new lineup introduces higher refresh rates, improved...
Telia and Lyse Form Joint Network Venture
Telia and Lyse have agreed to merge their Norwegian mobile radio access networks into a jointly owned company. Both operators will continue to run independent...
Musk Says Starlink Restrictions on Russia Are Working
Elon Musk says SpaceX’s recent measures to block Russia from using Starlink appear to be effective. Ukrainian officials confirm they are coordinating with the company...
Noise‑Driven Cooling for Quantum Computers
Researchers in Sweden have developed a quantum refrigerator that uses noise to cool quantum circuits instead of trying to eliminate it. Their device offers precise...
