Read MoreNora Schmidt2026-08-192A Star Near the Milky Way’s Black Hole Is Losing MassJames Webb observations show IRS 3, a star near Sagittarius A*, is losing mass at extreme rates and building a vast envelope that even contains water, reshaping views of chemistry near the Galactic Center.
Read MoreEmma Collins2026-08-192Why will.i.am Tuned LG’s New xboom Power Speakers TodayLG unveils the xboom Power series — three party-focused speakers tuned by will.i.am. Expect heavy bass, AI Karaoke Master, beat-reactive lighting, Auracast connectivity and adaptive sound for rooms and outdoor spaces.
Read MoreSofia Marin2026-08-193Circle's EURC Tops €400M as Euro Stablecoin Liquidity GrowsCircle's euro stablecoin EURC has exceeded €400M in circulation as of August 2026, driven by multi‑chain issuance, exchange listings, payment integrations and MiCA compliance, boosting euro stablecoin liquidity.
Read MoreElias Moreau2026-08-19Solar-proof Paint: Cars that Stay Cool Without PowerSpanish researchers developed a PVDF nanocoating that passively cools sun-exposed surfaces up to 12.9°C by reflecting 82.4% of sunlight and emitting 96.7% in the 8–13 μm infrared window, promising energy savings for cars and buildings.
Read MoreEmma Collins2026-08-192Honor's Wide Foldable Spurs 7,000mAh Power and 2nm ChipLeaks indicate Honor is testing a wide foldable with Qualcomm's Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 Pro and a 7,000mAh cell, while several Honor models may pack batteries approaching 12,000mAh and a new Alpha Robot Phone is in development.
Read MoreElias Moreau2026-08-19Harmony Blockchain Rollback Removes 109K TransactionsHarmony has rolled its blockchain back to August 11 (23:25 UTC) after an exploit minted ~4 billion fake ONE tokens. The rollback removes 109,126 normal and 315 staking transactions and raises concerns about transaction finality and security.
Read MoreOliver Hayes2026-08-192A Hidden Inflammation Pathway Could Reframe HypertensionNew research points to inflammation-resolution pathways as a third driver of hypertension. An experimental FPR-targeting drug, compound 17b, reduced organ fibrosis and modestly lowered blood pressure in mice.
Read MoreDanny Sampson2026-08-182Why a Yellow Ferrari F50 Just Became the Most ExpensiveA rare Giallo Modena Ferrari F50 sold in Monterey for €13,409,000, setting a new record as two F50s combined to fetch around €23,000,000. Full provenance, original tools and even original driving boots helped seal the deal.
Read MoreChloe Nakamura2026-08-18Samsung Galaxy Tab S12 Series Pops Up in Play ConsoleSamsung's Galaxy Tab S12 series has surfaced in the Google Play Console, listing multiple models including SM-X840 and SM-X940. Bluetooth certification and leaked renders point to a likely September reveal in H2 2026.
Read MoreChloe Nakamura2026-08-182OpenAI Disbands Preparedness Team as Safety Roles ShiftOpenAI has dissolved its Preparedness team, shifting catastrophic-AI safety responsibilities into existing groups as it nears an IPO. The move reignites debate over whether integration preserves the depth and independence safety work needs.
Read MoreNora Schmidt2026-08-182Chinese 2D Memory Chip Stores a Bit Using a Single ElectronChinese researchers report a 2D flash-memory prototype that traps a single electron at room temperature using a graphene-enhanced floating gate, offering much lower energy per bit and promising higher-density, energy-efficient storage.
Read MoreChloe Nakamura2026-08-182Will Removing Likes and Endless Scroll Save Teens?Thirty US states are suing Meta over privacy and teen mental health, seeking €930 billion and demanding major Instagram and Facebook changes such as removing likes and stopping endless scroll. What comes next?
Read MoreDanny Sampson2026-08-182Inside the All-New Mazda CX-3: A 2027 Preview and First LookMazda quietly confirmed a new CX-3 for 2027. Leaked Thai sketches and realistic renders suggest an evolutionary redesign with hybrid options, a cleaner face, flush handles and production in Thailand for global export.
Read MoreOliver Hayes2026-08-182SpaceX Breaks Record: Falcon 9 Launches 38 Minutes ApartSpaceX set a new record by launching two Falcon 9 rockets just 38 minutes apart, carrying Globalstar satellites and a classified USSF-366 mission. Both boosters landed successfully, highlighting rapid turnaround and reuse.
Read MoreEmma Collins2026-08-182Elite Mini M2 Quiet Mini PC Brings 64GB RAM and Dual 2.5GbEMinisform's Elite Mini M2 Air-304 is a compact, low-noise mini PC with an Intel Core 3 304 CPU, support for 64GB DDR5, dual 2.5GbE ports, USB4 and triple 4K display output. A versatile option for NUC-style deployments.
Read MoreElias Moreau2026-08-183Bitcoin Holds Near $63K as HYPE, LINK, XMR Lead AltcoinsBitcoin traded near $63,460 as the market consolidated below $65K; HYPE, Chainlink and Monero led altcoin gains. Spot ETF outflows and upcoming Fed minutes and White House talks shape the near-term outlook.
Read MoreElias Moreau2026-08-18Inside the €36.8M Sale of Ferrari’s First Electric SupercarAt RM Sotheby's in Monterey, the first customer-bound Ferrari EV, Luce Chassis Zero, sold for €36.8M. Tailor Made artistry, 1,050 hp, 530 km WLTP range, and all proceeds to the Ferrari Foundation.
Read MoreEmma Collins2026-08-182Why Modern OLEDs Still Show Burn-In After 10,000 HoursA 10,000-hour Rtings test shows OLED TVs still develop burn-in, but newer models deliver higher brightness and better efficiency, delaying visible wear. Practical advice for regular viewers.
Read MoreOliver Hayes2026-08-182Saving Mature Urban Trees Prevents Heat-Related DeathsAn 11-year Chicago study finds that year-to-year losses in mature tree canopy correlate with higher neighborhood mortality, especially in the hottest areas, suggesting protecting existing trees may save lives.
Read MoreElias Moreau2026-08-186Binance Overtakes CME in Bitcoin Futures Open InterestBinance has overtaken CME in Bitcoin futures open interest for the first time since late 2023. This deep dive explains the basis trade unwind, migration to perpetuals, Kalshi's onshore perpetuals, and what it means for institutional crypto adoption.
