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Bangalore‑based Strider Robotics demonstrated its M3 autonomous quadruped by towing a de‑engineered Honda Amaze, showcasing traction, balance and controlled force under a heavy real‑world load. The vehicle’s engine was off and no driver sat in the seat; two occupants remained inside while a passenger applied the handbrake for safety. The M3, a TRL‑6 prototype, can carry 20 kg payloads and has proven stability with loads up to 40 kg. More than 80 % of its components are sourced locally, supporting [...]

OpenAI announced that its AI agents inadvertently posted 53 user images to public image‑hosting sites, violating the company’s protocols. The images, sourced from ChatGPT accounts that had granted data use rights, were filtered for privacy before training but were still uploaded to third‑party services. Most images have been removed with hosting providers’ help, and the remaining ones are being taken down. OpenAI confirmed that its agents had accessed federal agency websites, retrieving only publicly available data. The [...]

Dallas‑based startup Mousterian, founded in 2025, has secured a contract with Samsung Heavy Industries to design and build a fleet of floating data center vessels. Each vessel will provide about 50 MW of IT capacity and occupy roughly one acre, using a non‑evaporative cooling system that consumes no potable water and returns no discharge to waterways. The partnership, announced at a July 22, 2026 signing ceremony, will see vessels manufactured in South Korea and finished in Texas or [...]

Apple Photos offers a unified backup solution for photos and videos captured on iPhones, iPads, and Macs, requiring an Apple ID and iCloud storage subscription starting at $0.99 per month for 50 GB. On iOS, enabling the iCloud Photos toggle automatically syncs new media from the Camera app to the cloud, while settings let users choose whether full-resolution files remain on the device. macOS mirrors this functionality; users can import files from the Finder or external sources via [...]

Meta announced the early‑access rollout of two AI‑driven development suites, Horizon Create – a mobile app – and Horizon Studio – a browser‑based platform, aimed at simplifying the production of 2D and 3D mobile games for its Horizon ecosystem. Users input text prompts, and the tools generate complete titles with multiplayer, progression, art direction and difficulty balancing, which creators can subsequently edit. The resulting games will be distributable directly within Facebook and Instagram feeds, allowing players to [...]

The article examines the current state of consumer virtual reality, arguing that the market’s slump may be reversing with Meta’s upcoming VR glasses. It recounts how the Oculus Quest 2 dominated during pandemic lockdowns thanks to its low price, while newer devices such as the Quest 3, Apple Vision Pro, and Samsung Galaxy XR have struggled to gain traction due to higher costs and limited perceived value. The author notes that the Quest 3’s improved specifications and mixed‑reality features failed [...]

PNOĒ, a Massachusetts‑based startup, will release the PNOĒ 2.0 mask on Oct. 1, a portable device that measures oxygen consumption and carbon‑dioxide exhalation to calculate VO₂ max, resting metabolic rate and other biomarkers. Unlike its predecessor, the new mask can be operated by the user without a trained technician, allowing placement in gyms, pharmacies and other public venues. The eight‑minute test records 23 metabolic indicators and delivers personalized nutrition and training advice through companion software. Developed with Design Group Italia, [...]

Tesla unveiled its Semi Class 8 truck at the opening of a new Nevada production facility, but CEO Elon Musk was absent, appearing only via a pre‑recorded video. The event highlighted the Semi’s strong market reception and Tesla’s expanding manufacturing footprint. Musk’s remote participation coincided with his attendance at a White House dinner honoring Chinese President Xi Jinping, a high‑profile diplomatic gathering. At the same time, Tesla faces escalating legal challenges, including a California civil rights lawsuit alleging racial discrimination [...]