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Meta Now Lets Anyone Use Your Instagram Photos In AI Images
Slashdot - 8 Jul 2026 03:30
An anonymous reader quotes a report from Wired: Meta launched its inaugural AI image model from the Meta Superintelligence Labs on Tuesday, its effort to compete with the likes of OpenAI's GPT Images 2.0 and Google...
SpaceXAI Will Reportedly Release a Major New AI Model This Week
Gizmodo - 8 Jul 2026 02:22
A report says this will be the first SpaceXAI-Cursor joint production.
Claude Fable 5 promotion extended after backlash over early cutoff
Android Authority - 8 Jul 2026 03:12
Anthropic has extended free Claude Fable 5 access on paid plans through July 12.
D-Orbit signs launch-services contract with ArkEdge Space
Space News - 8 Jul 2026 01:00
SAN FRANCISCO - Italian space logistics specialist D-Orbit will provide a series of launches aboard its ION Satellite Carrier for Japanese startup ArkEdge Space, under a contract announced July 8 [] The post D-Orbit sign...
Waymo Narcs on Kids Allegedly Boozing and Shooting Gel Blasters
Gizmodo - 8 Jul 2026 17:50
Cops said the kids were having "afternoon libations."
Bug in top AI coding agents shows that Unix-era security headaches never really die
The Register - 8 Jul 2026 16:00China tells devs to ditch Claude Code over 'backdoor code' fears
The Register - 8 Jul 2026 15:58OnePlus Users Allegedly Facing Warranty Issues As Rumors Grow, Leaving Owners Frustrated
BGR - 8 Jul 2026 15:17
OnePlus owners in Europe say the company isn't offering straightforward repairs anymore, and the timing lines up with rumors about an exit from the region.
Elon Musk says Opus-class Grok 4.5 is about to launch
Mashable - 8 Jul 2026 13:07
Elon Musk says SpaceXAI's chatbot Grok 4.5 will launch on Thursday, July 9.
First Image of the Sony RX10 V Shows a Major Design Overhaul
The Phoblographer - 8 Jul 2026 12:31
Sony has introduced some fantastic cameras for professional photographers over the past few months. It now appears that the company is keen on launching something that benefits enthusiasts who are on a budget. While ther...
Social Media's 'Big Tobacco Moment': Meta Faces $1.4 Trillion Fine for Allegedly Fueling Teen Suicide and Addiction
IBTimes - 8 Jul 2026 12:31
Meta warns a US court it could face $1.4trn in penalties in a landmark teen mental health case as 29 states accuse the Facebook owner of addicting and harming young users.
If Users Conceal the Recording Light on Smart Glasses, Meta Says It Will Disable the Camera
PetaPixel - 8 Jul 2026 12:07$30 billion Broadcom chip deal is Apple biggest AMP fund investment
AppleInsider - 8 Jul 2026 12:04
Apple's deal with Broadcom for custom chips and radio components is worth $30 billion. It will be Apple's American Manufacturing Program's largest single-company commitment.iPhone connectivity iconsOn Monday,...
Skyroot prepares for first orbital launch attempt
Space News - 8 Jul 2026 02:10
Indian launch startup Skyroot Aerospace is preparing for its first orbital launch attempt as soon as July 12, with plans to quickly scale up to monthly launches. The post Skyroot prepares for first orbital launch attempt...
If You Have a Public Instagram Account, You Might Be Surprised What AI Users Can Now Do With Your Face
Gizmodo - 8 Jul 2026 01:28
Meta's slop generator has arrived late in the game, and you might want to opt-out from it.
One of Metas Offices Was Briefly Overtaken by a Rogue Squirrel
Wired - 8 Jul 2026 23:53
The animal escaped after apparently arriving inside a package at Meta's Bangkok office, injuring one employee before finally being caught.
Could Astronauts Grow Rice on the Moon?
Universe Today - 8 Jul 2026 23:52
Scientists in Japan have built a low power device that pulls nitrogen straight from the air and turns it into fertiliser, then used it to successfully grow rice in simulated lunar soil. Along the way, they stumbled on an...
AAP's Transgender Treatment Allegations Revived as Seventh Circuit Clears Florida to Resume Case
IBTimes - 8 Jul 2026 23:51
The Seventh Circuit Court has reopened Florida's lawsuit against the AAP, allowing the state to pursue claims about transgender youth treatments, with significant implications for state and federal legal dynamics.
Trumps Department of Education Celebrates American History With Old Photo From U.K.
Gizmodo - 8 Jul 2026 23:46
Learning is for nerds.
King Charles Opens Talks With Harry And Meghan: Will Archie And Lilibet Finally Meet Their Grandfather?
IBTimes - 8 Jul 2026 23:44
Palace aides are said to be examining whether King Charles can meet Prince Harry during his UK visit and potentially reunite with Archie and Lilibet.
7,000 Galaxy Clusters, Hiding in Plain Sight
Universe Today - 8 Jul 2026 23:43
A five year survey by the South Pole Telescope has produced a catalogue of more than seven thousand galaxy clusters, some dating back nearly eight billion years, giving astronomers their most detailed map yet of the univ...