Altman describes OpenAI’s forthcoming AI device as more peaceful and calm than the iPhone
Altman and Ive tease a simple AI device aimed at calm, distraction-free computing, launching within two years.
Puzzle Corner
Ready for a fresh set of puzzles? Click here for the September/October 2026 Puzzle Corner, brought to you by Michael S. Branicky, ScD ’95, of the Puzzle Corner Puzzle Crew (aka PC2), which also includes Edward Faulkner ’03, MEng ’04, and Abe Kunin ’03. This column includes solutions to the May/June issue. Send problems, solutions (by October…
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OpenAI learned the hard way that Cameo trademarked the word ‘cameo’
OpenAI might have to rename the “cameo” feature in the Sora app.
Rad Power Bikes’ batteries receive major fire risk warning
The U.S Consumer Product Safety Commission claims Rad Power “refused to agree to an acceptable recall.” Rad Power says the CPSC’s solution would bankrupt the company.
Tesla FSD software may not be approved by EU regulator after all
Tesla claimed in a weekend social media post that a Dutch regulator was set to approve its Full Self-Driving mode. It seems the regulator isn’t quite in line with Tesla.
Hands on with Stickerbox, the AI-powered sticker maker for kids
Stickerbox turns kids’ ideas into printable stickers, blending AI magic with hands-on coloring for a surprisingly creative, “screen-light” play experience.
These Tesla Jobs Pay Up to $318,000 — And You’ll Have Meetings With Elon Musk
Musk says he is “deeply involved” with the team, personally attending two of its meetings per week.
Here’s the Real Difference Between a Business That Lasts and One That Fizzles Out
Why focusing on fundamentals and profitability beats chasing ego and vanity in startup growth.
Will AI Replace Your Key Employees? Here’s How to Prepare for What’s Ahead.
Major corporations are announcing large layoffs before the end of the year, and this could extend into 2026. Does AI have anything, or everything, to do with all those layoffs?
AWS is spending $50B build AI infrastructure for the US government
AWS has been working with the U.S. government since 2011 and is now building AI infrastructure specifically for the entity.
Anthropic releases Opus 4.5 with new Chrome and Excel integrations
Anthropic has launched Opus 4.5, the latest version of its flagship model, with new integrations into Chrome and Excel.