Meta Tests Robots for Data Center Tasks
Meta is testing robots to perform data center tasks like cable swapping and server resets, raising job concerns among technicians.
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AI Doesn’t Mean the End of Mathematics—at Least Not Yet
Top mathematicians met at OpenAI to discuss AI's impact; experts argue AI models are not yet as capable as experienced mathematicians.
NASA Grant Payment System Glitch Waives Compliance
NASA's Payment Management System is experiencing issues affecting Federal Financial Report generation; impacted grant recipients will not be considered noncompliant.
Apple and MLB announce August Friday Night Baseball schedule
Apple and Major League Baseball announced the August schedule for Friday Night Baseball, streaming weekly on Apple TV.
ESA's Cluster satellites Samba and Tango to reenter
ESA's Cluster satellites Samba and Tango will reenter Earth's atmosphere on 31 August and 1 September, ending a mission that transformed understanding of Earth's magnetic environment.
Ariane 6 launches MTG-I2 weather satellite
MTG-I2, part of the Meteosat Third Generation constellation, launched on Ariane 6 from French Guiana on 27 August 2026.
Apple scores record 89 Emmy Award nominations
Apple earned a record 89 Emmy nominations across 15 programs for the 78th Primetime Emmy Awards.
ESA releases Week in Images for 24-28 August 2026
ESA published its Week in images for 24-28 August 2026, showcasing highlights through the lens.
Meta exec leaves for OpenAI amid India scrutiny
Meta executive Sandhya Devanathan leaves for OpenAI, where she will oversee Southeast Asia and Australia operations, as Meta faces growing scrutiny in India.
Analyst: AI drives more Amazon sales, raises price target
Evercore ISI says AI adoption is boosting Amazon sales, leading to a raised price outlook for the stock.
Google Flow adds creative controls for video editing
Google Flow rolls out new creative control features for video editing via Gemini Omni 1.1 Fl...
Apple to increase spend with Broadcom to produce billions more U.S. chips
Apple announced a new six-year commitment with Broadcom to design and produce custom silicon components and wireless connectivity technologies.
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Nvidia earnings were monstrous. They weren’t enough to drive a breakout in broader chip sector
Nvidia's blockbuster earnings were not enough to drive a breakout in the broader chip sector this week.
Apple Arcade adds Block Blast+ and Art of Fauna: Cozy Puzzles+
Apple Arcade adds Block Blast+ and Art of Fauna: Cozy Puzzles+ to its puzzle game lineup.
Google's August Demand Gen Drop Adds New Features
Google's August Demand Gen Drop adds new messaging, travel, and creative features to help drive leads and acquire customers.
Apple Creator Studio gets smarter, faster, and more connected
Apple today introduced power-packed updates to Apple Creator Studio, a groundbreaking collection of creative apps.
Friday's Top Analyst Calls: Nvidia, SpaceX, Tesla, Amazon, Marvell, Affirm
Friday's biggest analyst calls cover Nvidia, SpaceX, Tesla, Amazon, Marvell, and Affirm, according to CNBC.
Google and YouTube to Celebrate America's 250th Anniversary
Google and YouTube are celebrating America's 250th anniversary, according to a company blog post.
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Apple announces changes to iOS in Brazil
Apple announced changes to iOS apps in Brazil, reflecting an agreement with Brazil's competition regulator CADE.
Expert Intelligence: A New Way to Engage with Trusted Content
Google's Expert Intelligence offers a new way to engage with trusted content, as shown in a recent blog post.
