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Scimplify raises $25M to challenge China’s grip on critical materials with AI
Scimplify’s annualized revenue run rate has tripled to $200 million as it eyes U.S. expansion.
Mobile
Fairphone’s latest repairable earbuds are smaller, lighter, and longer-lasting
Repairable, ethical phone brand Fairphone has released its second pair of earbuds. The Fairbuds 2 are just as repairable as the first generation, but deliver improved audio and almost twice the battery life.
General Tech
The Tesla Roadster could have stayed vaporware
For a car that’s supposed to be one of the fastest ever made, the new Tesla Roadster certainly took its sweet-ass time getting here. It’s been nearly a decade since Elon Musk made the surprise announcement about plans to build a next-gen Roadster.
Mobile
Beat the iPhone Duo pre-order rush with Apple’s Get Ready tool
You can already set up your pre-order now, before the pre-orders open on Friday (October 16).
Mobile
Android Fast Pair could soon support even more accessories, and that’s good news for your health
Google is seemingly working to expand Fast Pair support to health devices, including smart BP monitors.
Cybersecurity
‘123456’ password was all a hacker reportedly needed to expose over 8 million people’s personal data
A department where just a little bit of creativity doesn’t go amiss.
Hardware
US Arrests Two in Crackdown on North Korean IT Worker Laptop Farms
Investigators stormed 40 locations in Texas and seized 187 laptops used by North Korean IT workers to hide their location.
Software
Windows 11 KB5127648 breaks WPA 802.1X PEAP Wi‑Fi auth, but there’s a manual fix
Windows 11 KB5127648 disrupts WPA 802.1X PEAP Wi-Fi authentication, but you need not panic as there’s a manual Registry fix.
Software
Microsoft Azure executive asked teams to find 20% cost cuts, report says
A senior Microsoft cloud boss has asked team leaders to find ways to cut costs by at least 20%, The Information reported, citing people who know about the plans. We have not independently verified the report, and Microsoft disputes it.
Hardware
Ledger to review sales and anti-tamper policies after $93 million hardware-wallet supply chain attack
Ledger is reviewing chain-of-custody practices and anti-tamper protections after modified hardware wallets sold through a third party were allegedly fitted with LTE implants that captured recovery phrases and enabled $93 million in crypto theft.
Software
Microsoft: Recent Windows updates may trigger Remote Desktop failures
Microsoft has confirmed that non-admin users may be unable to connect to devices via Remote Desktop after installing recent Windows updates if the “Administrator protection” security feature is enabled.
Mobile
The Flowtica Verso e-paper AI recorder is coming for $199 with early reservations
Flowtica’s AI recorder could be a busy person’s best buddy
Artificial Intelligence
The task trap: Why AI’s biggest promise has nothing to do with speed
Will your next AI initiative achieve a fundamentally different outcome or merely automate tasks?
Gaming
Ubisoft are making layoffs at Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced studio Ubisoft Singapore while closing Trials creators Redlynx, according to report
Ubisoft are planning to shut down RedLynx, creators of the side-scrolling Trials arcade racing games, according to a report, while laying off staff at Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynched studio Ubisoft Singapore.
Artificial Intelligence
Anthropic opens a Singapore office and signs an AI safety MOU with the government
Anthropic has opened an office in Singapore, its fifth in Asia-Pacific, and signed a memorandum of understanding with the government. Neither comes with a figure or a headcount.
Mobile
vivo X500 E’s design and key specs revealed through Google Play Console listing
Last week, we spotted the vivo X500 E on Bluetooth SIG’s website with model designation V2656. Now, it has appeared on Google Play Console with key specs and an image.
Gaming
Destiny 1 project, which aims to port the game to PC, seemingly gets a nod from Bungie boss
The original Destiny never made it to PC, but the shooter-MMO may not stay locked to PS4 and Xbox One for much longer.
Mobile
The new Alexa Tablets prove it’s time for Amazon to make another Android phone
The Fire Phone is a thing of the past, and the new Alexa Tablets show Amazon finally knows why it failed
Artificial Intelligence
Most small businesses aren’t reviewing their own AI usage properly
British SMBs are struggling for AI visibility, and that extends to both who’s using what and how much it’s costing them.
General Tech
The Politics of Solar Energy Are Getting Weird, Mean, and a Little MAGA
A mysterious super PAC that doubles as a pro-solar-energy outfit is funding some of the most knives-out attack ads of the midterms season.
General Tech
JackRabbit MG Cargo Bike Review (2026): Compact and Powerful
This compact, plucky ride is the cargo ebike for people who don’t want a cargo ebike. It’s even fun to ride.
General Tech
KPMG tech and data boss tells staff facing the boot he’s getting promoted
Paul Henninger shares news of his move up via email as around 200 colleagues prepare for redundancy
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