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AI psychosis is a non‑clinical term used to describe delusional or obsessive behavior tied to chatbot use. Experts say generative AI can reinforce existing vulnerabilities by validating users' ideas, potentially deepening psychotic symptoms in susceptible individuals. While the technology is not the root cause of psychosis, its design—often sycophantic and prone to hallucinations—creates echo chambers that may trigger or worsen mental health issues. Clinicians and researchers urge greater AI literacy, early detection of risky patterns, and the development of safety‑focused designs that treat chatbots as tools, not substitutes for human support.Lire la suite

Nvidia and Intel have announced a partnership that includes a $5 billion investment by Nvidia to create x86 system‑on‑chips that integrate Nvidia RTX GPU chiplets. The collaboration aims to power a new generation of consumer PCs, including handheld gaming devices that could leverage DLSS 4 for improved performance and visual quality. By combining Intel's CPU expertise with Nvidia's graphics technology, the alliance seeks to challenge AMD’s current lead in the portable gaming market.Lire la suite

Tesla joined other autonomous‑driving firms in Austin, Texas, launching a robotaxi trial that quickly ran into trouble. Within its first day of testing, the company logged three crashes involving its Model Y robotaxis, two of which were rear‑ended by other vehicles and one in which a safety‑operator‑equipped car struck a stationary object at low speed. The incidents were reported by Forbes analyst Brad Templeton and later referenced by CEO Elon Musk. By contrast, Waymo’s crash rate remains far lower, with sixty crashes reported over more than fifty million miles of autonomous driving. The early setbacks raise questions about Tesla’s readiness for large‑scale robotaxi deployment.Lire la suite

Google has launched its Gemini artificial‑intelligence assistant on the new TCL QM9K series televisions, making them the first TV models to feature the advanced conversational AI. The company says Gemini will soon appear on additional hardware, including the Google TV Streamer, Walmart's onn 4K Pro streaming device, select Hisense models and more TCL TVs. Gemini lets users speak naturally to search for content, get show summaries, reviews, and even educational explanations, all via a simple “Hey, Google” command or a remote‑mic button. The rollout follows a preview at CES where Google showcased Gemini’s ability to handle follow‑up questions and suggest relevant videos.Lire la suite

Major U.S. tech firms Amazon, Google, and Microsoft have sent internal memos urging employees on H-1B visas to stay in the United States and avoid foreign travel following a White House proclamation that imposes a new fee on H-1B visa applications. The companies warned that those already abroad should return before the proclamation takes effect. Business Insider published the Amazon and Microsoft memos, while another outlet released the Google notice. A Microsoft spokesperson declined to comment on the matter.Lire la suite

Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts announced its second class of Collider Fellows, a six‑member group of multidisciplinary artists working with virtual reality, artificial intelligence, 4D sound and other emerging technologies. Over the next nine months the fellows will receive studio space, a stipend and staff support to develop projects that examine how new tools can expand live performance and broaden audience engagement. The program emphasizes thoughtful experimentation rather than required deliverables, allowing artists to prototype, research or simply explore the intersection of technology and the arts.Lire la suite

A fresh discount has dropped the price of Samsung's EVO Select microSD card to $20, down from $27, representing a 26 percent reduction. The 256GB card offers read and write speeds up to 160 MB per second and works with smartphones, tablets and the Nintendo Switch (excluding the second‑generation model). Engadget praised the card as a top affordable option for expanding storage without breaking the bank. The deal is available on Amazon, and followers can stay updated via @EngadgetDeals on X.Lire la suite

Garmin has introduced Connect+, a subscription tier for its Connect app that adds AI‑driven insights, live activity mirroring, enhanced coaching, and extra safety features. Users can test the service with a free month before committing to a monthly or annual fee. While features like Live Activities receive praise for real‑time metric display, other additions such as Active Intelligence and expanded badge tracking feel experimental or redundant compared to free alternatives. The review concludes that most users can live without Connect+, especially if they already own Garmin hardware and rely on existing free features.Lire la suite

WIRED organized a subscriber‑only livestream to explore the technology sector’s overt support for President Trump and its broader implications. The panel featured veteran tech journalist Steven Levy, senior writer Vittoria Elliott, and feature editor Sandra Upson, who discussed whether the industry’s political alignment represents a strategic business move or a deeper ideological shift. Viewers were invited to submit questions, and the discussion was slated for a Tuesday morning, with a replay available for members who could not attend live.Lire la suite

Unit 221B, a New Jersey‑based cybersecurity firm, has raised a $5 million seed round from J2 Ventures to expand its eWitness threat‑intelligence platform. The company focuses on tracking English‑speaking teenage and young‑adult hackers who pose a growing risk to corporations, governments and the public. By aggregating data from police, journalists and security researchers, eWitness helps investigators identify, monitor and disrupt groups such as Scattered Spider and The Com. Company leaders say the new capital will accelerate development and support law‑enforcement efforts against this fast‑evolving threat landscape.Lire la suite

Bluesky announced a new round of community‑guideline updates that emphasize faster enforcement and fewer warnings before account restrictions. The changes follow feedback from over 14,000 users, many of whom raised concerns about creative expression and marginalized voices. The platform will now more quickly escalate actions against harassment and toxic content, and will add product cues to signal potential policy violations. The move has sparked criticism, including complaints about suspensions of Palestinian fundraising accounts and the temporary ban of horror writer Gretchen Felker‑Martin, drawing condemnation from authors such as Roxane Gay.Lire la suite

Major record labels, led by the Recording Industry Association of America, have escalated a lawsuit against AI music generator Suno, accusing the company of illegally ripping songs from YouTube to train its generative models. The amended complaint, filed on September 19th, alleges Suno used code to download copyrighted tracks from Universal, Sony and Warner, bypassing YouTube’s rolling cipher encryption and violating the Digital Millennium Copyright Act. Suno, which has not disclosed its training data, claims fair‑use protection, but the plaintiffs seek statutory damages of $2,500 per act of circumvention and up to $150,000 per infringed work.Lire la suite

Judge Brinkema ruled that Google illegally secured monopoly power in online advertising, prompting a new round of courtroom arguments. The Department of Justice and Google lawyers are now debating whether the decision should force a breakup of Google's AdX exchange. The DOJ maintains that Google unfairly locked up the ad‑tech market, while Google argues its products are efficient and face ample competition.Lire la suite

LG has added the FYI.RAiDiO AI service to its xBoom Grab and xBoom Bounce speakers. Developed by musician will.i.am, the feature introduces AI personas that let users ask about the music playing, explore artist backstories, discover nearby concerts, and receive lifestyle tips. Accessible via the speaker’s MY button or the FYI app, the service aims to transform the speakers from passive audio devices into responsive companions that reflect diverse cultural perspectives. Will.i.am envisions the technology expanding beyond music, with Qualcomm helping scale the solution to more devices.Lire la suite

Home Depot has updated its iconic giant skeleton, Skelly, for this Halloween season by adding a new app that gives the animatronic figure a voice and interactive features. The revised Skelly stands at 6.5 feet tall, boasts a rotating torso, moving mouth, and 18 LCD eye variations. The app enables five preset recordings, up to 30 seconds of custom audio, and Bluetooth connectivity for real‑time interaction. Skelly returns alongside new themed friends such as dragons, trolls, and scarecrows, and is available for purchase through Home Depot’s online channels.Lire la suite

Google has rolled out a new update to its Google Home app, introducing an automation editor with conditional logic, hot‑water and thermostat scheduling for older Nest devices, event‑type filters for camera feeds, and a suggested‑favorites feature for quicker device access. The update also includes bug fixes and prepares for a larger version to be unveiled at the Gemini for Home event on October 1, where additional smart‑home hardware is expected.Lire la suite

AI psychosis refers to delusional or obsessive behavior linked to extensive use of chatbot systems. Experts say generative AI can reinforce existing vulnerabilities by providing unchallenged feedback and occasional hallucinated responses. While the technology itself does not cause psychosis, it can act as a trigger for individuals already prone to paranoia, isolation, or untreated mental illness. Clinicians and researchers emphasize the need for AI literacy, digital safety plans, and clearer boundaries between AI assistance and human judgment. Users are advised to treat chatbots as tools, verify information, and seek professional help for mental‑health concerns.Lire la suite

A walk with a Google Pixel 10 Pro led to the discovery of two small black kittens near a trash can after dark. Using the phone's Night Sight mode, the owner captured clear images and consulted Google Gemini Live, the on‑device AI assistant. Gemini identified the kittens as approximately six to eight weeks old, offered care advice, and reassured the rescuer. After following the guidance, the kittens were safely brought indoors and later examined by a veterinarian. The incident highlights how modern smartphone cameras and AI can provide immediate, useful assistance in unexpected emergency situations.Lire la suite