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SensorLM explains the Why" behind your fitness tracker's data: Instead of just showing raw data like heart rate or step count, SensorLM turns it into human-like descriptions, adding helpful context.SensorLM is highly effective at recognizing and explaining activities. It successfully identified 20 activities without additional training. It also outperformed larger general-purpose AI models during testing.Big Tech's Race in AI-Powered Fitness Devices: Apple has published similar research on its Wearable Behavior Model, trained on billions of hours of data to predict health conditions.The post Can Google's SensorLM Redefine Smart Health Tracking? appeared first on Techreport.

China's censorship system just got more complex and more fragile: A major upgrade to the Great Firewall added deep packet inspection for QUIC traffic, but new research shows this makes the system slower, easier to bypass, and vulnerable to abuse.Spoofing the firewall is now possible: Researchers found a way to trick the GFW into blocking any UDP traffic, even if it's legitimate. This availability attack impacts cloud providers and reveals a new class of risks beyond censorship.Circumvention tools are adapting fast: Open-source projects like Firefox, quic-go, and VPNs have already rolled out updates that slip past China's filters, using fragmentation, fake packets, and other clever tricks.Design shortcuts reveal deeper flaws: From skipping fragmented packets to relying on port-based heuristics, the firewall's rules hint at a rushed system struggling to scale, and possibly breaking under its own complexity.The post China's Great Firewall Upgrade Backfires - And That's a Bigger Story Than You Think appeared first on Techreport.

OpenAI recently struck a $30B/year deal with Oracle in a bid to generate an additional 4.5 GW of computing power for its Stargate project. See the potential winners and losers in the long term.The post OpenAI, Oracle Strike Lease Deal to Generate 4.5 GW of Computing Power appeared first on Techreport.

The Tea app leaked selfies, IDs, and private messages. Here's how it happened and what it says about trust, tech, and digital privacy.The post The Tea App Breach: What Happens When Safety' Becomes a Security Risk? appeared first on Techreport.

New UK Online Safety Act has layers: The UK's newest provisions to the Online Safety Act claim to protect children from harmful online content (pornographic, specifically), but is that really all there is to it?The people have spoken: Proton VPN reported a 1,400% surge in UK signups only minutes after the bill was passed, showing exactly what many people thought of the new legislation.The 'porn block' might involves more control than protection: The new provisions may potentially open the door to content over-moderation, privacy infringement, and security vulnerabilities. After all, online platforms (like PornHub, which suffered multiple data leaks) will have more of your personal data (like your ID).The post Is the UK's New Online Safety Act About Protection or Control? appeared first on Techreport.

Duck AI anonymizes chats: It does this by removing your metadata and IP address before sending prompts to third-party models. But its Approximate Location feature can sometimes reveal more than you'd like to.Lumo stores no logs and uses zero-knowledge encryption: It runs open-source LLMs on Proton's servers and doesn't keep logs of your conversations. You can save chats using zero-knowledge encryption in your Proton account.Privacy seems strong(er) with Lumo: If privacy is your top concern, Lumo is a better option. But Duck AI offers better responses, thanks to leading LLMs like GPT-4o and Claude. And the best part is it's completely freeThe post Lumo vs. Duck AI: Which AI is Better for Your Privacy? appeared first on Techreport.

Antigravity, a new drone brand from Insta360, launches with the world's first 360 camera drone under 249g.The post Antigravity Is Real: The New Drone Brand from Insta360 Has Landed appeared first on Techreport.

Key Takeaways Every day, users around the world depend on Google to find answers. But there is a unique group of people (researchers, journalists, and developers) who are interested in...The post Google Trends API: Access Search Data for In-Depth Analysis appeared first on Techreport.

Insta360 marks 10 years with a STAR Market debut, new Flow 2 Pro stabilizer, and big moves into drones and creator tools. The post 10 Years of Insta360: STAR Market Debut, a Drone Surprise, and the Launch of Flow 2 Pro appeared first on Techreport.

Password breaches are common: The latest data leak exposed 16 billion passwords. Hackers can use these leaked credentials to access your emails, bank accounts, and other sensitive data. Hackers have many ways to steal your passwords: They rely on phishing scams, keyloggers, brute-force attacks, and compromised websites to get unauthorized access to your passwords.Password managers can keep you safe: Tools like Bitwarden can protect you against many attack vectors used by hackers, especially brute-forcing (by creating strong passwords). It can also scan for weak and reused passwords, and verify if your credentials have been leaked in any data breaches.The post 16 Billion Passwords Leaked - Can Bitwarden Keep Yours Safe? I Tested It appeared first on Techreport.

Foldable phones promised a revolution but haven't taken off. Learn why buyers are hesitant, and if the vivo X Fold5 can shift the narrative.The post Foldable Smartphones Were Promised to be the Future. Why Aren't People Buying Them? appeared first on Techreport.

Swiss tech company Proton filed a lawsuit against Apple for its anti-competitive practices in the iOS App Store. Meanwhile, Dutch PlayStation users are suing Sony, which could result in damages of up to 435 million.The post Lawsuits for Anti-Competitive Practices Keep Gaining Steam: After Apple, PlayStation Users Seek 435M in Damages from Sony appeared first on Techreport.

Sam Altman in a recent interview said that this is probably the best time in history to start a new business, citing how AI has shook the ground.' Companies who want to succeed should look to build a solid defensibility strategy and work in small teams with the best AI tools to cut coordination costs. Altman also talked about the future of AI and how human robots with AI capabilities can be the next big thing.The post Altman Says This Is the Best Time to Start a Business - Here's Why You Probably Should appeared first on Techreport.

The Microsoft-OpenAI Saga Continues as Copilot Enterprise Client Switches to ChatGPTThe post The Microsoft-OpenAI Saga Continues as Copilot Enterprise Client Switches to ChatGPT appeared first on Techreport.

AI models can resort to blackmail, even lethal action, when faced with an existential threat.Many AI models, including GPT-4, Grok, Gemini, and Claude demonstrated rogue behavior called agentic misalignment.AI guardrails can help reduce the risk of agentic misalignment.The post AI Blackmail, Corporate Espionage, and Murder: Understanding Agentic Misalignment and How to Prevent It appeared first on Techreport.

16 billion login credentials have been found across various datasets, making it one of the largest cybersecurity breaches in history. This is not a new leak' but a collection of previously leaked credentials stuffed into various datasets. Poor password hygiene and lack of security controls at the user level are the root cause of all such breaches. You can change your passwords now, avoid using the same password across various sites, and set up MFA to protect yourself.The post The 16 Billion Password Leak Is Not What You Think: What It Means and How to Stay Safe appeared first on Techreport.

Key Takeaways By now, it's no secret that OpenAI and Microsoft are no longer cuddling under a blanket of cloud computing. We've been seeing signs for months - awkward press...The post OpenAI and Microsoft: A Partnership on the Rocks Over Windsurf and a $200M Pentagon Deal appeared first on Techreport.

The newly added Ethernet port on the Nintendo Switch 2 does not work for several users. Hasty production to beat scalpers may be one of the causes of this malfunction. It's still unclear whether the fault is hardware or software-related as we wait for a fix from Nintendo.The post Switch 2 Ethernet Port Malfunctions for Many Users: Nintendo Yet to Release a Fix appeared first on Techreport.

MIT research found that using LLMs like ChatGPT can reduce your learning skills.Research participants who relied on ChatGPT can't quote essays they've written minutes prior.It emphasizes the negative impact of relying solely on LLMs and the need to view them as a powerful learning tool.The post ChatGPT, LLMs Can Impact Your Learning, But You Can Prevent It appeared first on Techreport.

Xbox has announced two new handheld gaming devices in partnership with Asus: the ROG Xbox Ally and ROG Xbox Ally X. They're expected to compete with Nintendo's Switch 2, which has sold 3.5 million units in just 4 days of its launch. Xbox aims to bring a wide range of game titles to portable handheld devices in order to cater to the gaming PC market.The post Is the Newly Revealed Xbox Handheld a Switch 2 Killer? appeared first on Techreport.

Google and OpenAI struck a cloud computing deal in May, according to a Reuters report.The deal surprised the industry as the two are seen as major AI rivals.Signs of friction between OpenAI and Microsoft may have also fueled the move.The partnership is a win-win.OpenAI gets more badly needed computing resources while Google profits from its $75B investment to boost its cloud computing capacity in 2025.The post From Rivals to Partners: What's Up with the Google and OpenAI Cloud Deal? appeared first on Techreport.

Key Takeaways Denmark's Ministry of Digitalization has recently announced that it will leave the Microsoft ecosystem in favor of Linux and other open-source software. Minister Caroline Stage Olsen revealed this...The post The Word is Out: Danish Ministry Drops Microsoft, Goes Open Source appeared first on Techreport.

The FBI has warned users of BADBOX 2.0 - a malicious software that infects home devices like TVs, streaming devices, and vehicle infotainment systems. Once compromised, these devices are added to the botnet network and used as proxies for malicious activities. Users need to practice vigilance by avoiding purchases from unrecognized brands and checking network traffic for suspicious activity.The post The FBI Warns of BADBOX 2.0 - A Cyberattack That Targets Home IoT Devices appeared first on Techreport.

xAI's $5B debt deal is politically exposed: Elon Musk's AI startup is raising $5B through convertible debt to fund massive infrastructure projects - but the funding faces turbulence due to rising political tensions.Trump - Musk fallout is spooking investors: What started as a public feud has turned into a financial risk, with xAI's debt price dropping and yields climbing as investors worry about regulatory blowback.Musk's vision for Open AI faces new threats: Musk originally launched xAI to counter Big Tech's closed AI systems with a more 'truth-seeking' approach. Now that vision is vulnerable to political grudges, not just market forces.Politics are becoming a bottleneck for innovation: As AI becomes critical infrastructure, its future increasingly depends on political favor. xAI shows how quickly open innovation can become collateral in a power struggle.The post Trump's Feud With Musk Could Derail xAI's $5B Deal - And the Future of Open-Source AI appeared first on Techreport.

The European Commission will introduce the new International Digital Strategy that will focus on tech collaboration with the US and other countries. This is in contradiction to the growing pressure in Europe that calls for tech sovereignty and reducing tech dependence on the US. Low venture capital funding and a diverse regulatory landscape have been major challenges for tech innovation in Europe.The post Europe's Call for Tech Sovereignty Takes a Hit. European Commission to Adopt a More Collaborative Approach appeared first on Techreport.

Meta and Yandex have been found guilty of secretly listening to localhost ports and using them to transfer sensitive data from Android devices. The corporations use Meta Pixel and Yandex Metrica scripts to transfer cookies from browsers to local apps. Using incognito mode or a VPN can't protect users against it. A Meta spokesperson has called this a miscommunication,' which seems to be an attempt to underplay the situation.The post Meta and Yandex Spying on Android Users Through Localhost Ports: The Dying State of Online Privacy appeared first on Techreport.

Key Takeaways In a win for the right to repair, the European Union (EU) has released its new energy labeling and ecodesign requirements for mobile phones, tablets, and even cordless...The post The EU Releases New Right to Repair Requirements for Phones and Tablets: What You Need to Know appeared first on Techreport.

Key Takeaways Neuralink, Elon Musk's brain-computer interface startup, has successfully closed its Series E funding round, securing an impressive $650 million. The round attracted a powerhouse roster of investors, including...The post Elon Musk's Neuralink Raises $650M in Series E Funding appeared first on Techreport.

Dell and Nvidia will together provide architecture for the next set of supercomputers for the US Department of Energy, named Doudna. Dell will focus more on sustainable hardware and cooling systems, while Nvidia will provide its AI architecture, including the Vera Rubin AI chips. The US Department of Energy wants to focus more on the sustainable development of AI, hence the choice of environment-conscious companies.The post Dell and Nvidia to Power the Next Generation of Supercomputers: A Move Towards Sustainable AI Growth appeared first on Techreport.

AMD's 8GB RX 9060 XT sparks backlash as gamers call out misleading marketing, memory limits, and confusing GPU naming.The post AMD's RX 9060 XT 8GB Gamble: Gamers Are Furious, and They're Not Wrong appeared first on Techreport.

The OpenAI Academy is a collection of tutorials and live webinars that educate users about OpenAI products and LLMs. The main aim of the Academy is to enable users to understand the full capabilities of these AI tools in various sectors, such as education, business, and everyday work. With AI advancing rapidly, we might soon see artificial intelligence being offered as professional courses from recognized universities.The post OpenAI Academy - A New Beginning in AI Learning appeared first on Techreport.

With Google's Veo3, you can now render AI videos along with audio and background sounds. This would also make it easy for scammers to design deepfake scams to defraud innocent citizens. Users need to exercise self-vigilance to protect themselves. Developers' responsibilities and government regulations will also play a key part.The post You Can Now Make AI Videos with Audio Thanks to Veo3: A New Era of Scams Await appeared first on Techreport.

Thermal Grizzly unveiled its WireView Pro 2, a device that monitors the current and temperature of the 12VHPWR power connector. This improved version also offers data logging for 3 months and is expected to be priced at $100. The WireView Pro 2 will come out by the end of the year with better hardware and software compatibility.The post The WireView Pro 2 Is Coming Out This Year - Founder Thanks Nvidia for Its Faulty Connector appeared first on Techreport.

Maxsun unveiled the new Intel Arc Pro B60 Dual GPU video card, featuring two 24GB Pro B60 GPUs. It features a blower-style fan, making it ideal for building complex workstations with multiple cards. Although the pricing isn't made public yet, we expect it to be around $1,000, which can be a competition-killer.The post Is Intel's Arc Pro B60 the Dual GPU Innovation We've Been Waiting For? appeared first on Techreport.

Google has introduced SynthID Detector, a powerful tool that can detect AI-generated content. It works by identifying SynthID-generated watermarks in content served up by Google AI tools, such as Imagen, Gemini, and Lyria. The detector is currently in the testing phase and only available for use by joining a waitlist. SynthID Detector is also open-source, allowing anyone to build on the tech architecture.The post Google Launches SynthID Detector - A Revolutionary AI Detection Tool. Is This the Beginning of Responsible AI Development? appeared first on Techreport.

Next Xbox Could Run Windows: A reliable leak suggests Microsoft is working on an Xbox that runs a custom Windows build with Steam support and full backward compatibility.Steam and Xbox Already Work Well Together: Xbox controllers dominate on Steam, and Microsoft continues releasing more games on the platform.Best-in-Class Backward Compatibility: Xbox Series X supports four console generations. A Windows-based Xbox could make this even more straightforward.A Strategic Shift to Stay Competitive: With PlayStation ahead, Microsoft may bet on openness, merging PC and console ecosystems to regain ground.The post Is Microsoft About to Break the Console Mold? Why the Next Xbox Might Just Be a PC in Disguise appeared first on Techreport.

We never thought we'd utter the phrase RTX 5060 review restrictions, but here we are. From YouTube channels to review sites, independent tech media has always played a huge role...The post The Preview Paradox: How Early RTX 5060 Review Restrictions Reshape GPU Coverage (and What it Means for Buyers) appeared first on Techreport.

France is the first country to have endorsed the UN Open Source Principles, which now takes the total endorsements to 36. The French government recently released La Suite numerique, which is an open-source collection of collaboration tools for French government officials. French AI startup Mistral AI is also developing open-source AI models that can beat DeepSeek.The post France Endorses the UN's Open Source Principles. Here's How It's Leading the Open Source Initiative appeared first on Techreport.

The US has signed a deal with the UAE to build the largest AI data center outside of the US. UAE will also be able to acquire 500K advanced NVIDIA AI chips every year from 2025. Saudi Arabia AI firm HUMAIN announced a partnership with NVIDIA to build 500 MW of AI factories in the next five years.The post Trump Is the US's New AI Salesman in the Middle East. A Smart Move or Desperation? appeared first on Techreport.

Google's Android 16 beta build gives us a sneak peek into its latest Android Desktop mode. Similar to Samsung's DeX, it has taskbars at the bottom and floating windows for multitasking. This will make DeX-like experiences cheaper and increase OEM competition.The post Google Is Working on a DeX-like Android Experience - New Competition for Samsung? appeared first on Techreport.

A bill has been introduced that plans to verify the ownership and location of regulated processors and advanced AI tech. This would require companies like Nvidia, AMD, and Intel to embed location tracking functions into regulated products. This extraordinary move seems quite ludicrous and may impact free global trade in the long run.The post US Plans to Track Location of Every Exported Advanced AI Chip - Overkill? appeared first on Techreport.

The US and China have agreed to lower tariffs. The US will now charge a 30% tariff, whereas China will charge 10%. Actual prices may not come down in the long run, but we may see an increase at a much lesser pace. Lower tariffs may also not see massive domestic production shifts, which means the trade deficit may close down slower than expected.The post US and China Reach a Tariff Understanding - But Prices May Not Decrease Immediately appeared first on Techreport.

Nvidia is set to release a downgraded version of its H20 AI chips for the Chinese market to overcome export restrictions. However, recent AI models from China show proof that it has overcome the performance of substandard AI chips through advanced machine learning. China may also be circumventing export restrictions directly through stockpiling and illegal means.The post Nvidia's Downgraded H20 Chips Might Not Be Enough to Stop China's AI Ambitions appeared first on Techreport.

OpenAI's new app build shows signs of weekly' and lifetime' plan introductions. Weekly subscriptions may help OpenAI expand its user base to include budget-conscious users. There's no official confirmation from OpenAI, as these are just observed speculations.The post OpenAI May Introduce Weekly and Lifetime Plans appeared first on Techreport.

OpenAI has introduced OpenAI for Countries' to help other nations develop their own data centers and customized ChatGPT solutions. This is part of the company's $500B Stargate project, which focuses on AI development in the US. OpenAI has focused a lot on the development of democratic AI across the globe, but we believe it's worth digging into its intent behind the project.The post OpenAI's New Push for Democratic AI: Another Marketing Gimmick? appeared first on Techreport.

Windows 10's Deadline Is Looming: Microsoft will end support for Windows 10 in October 2025, potentially leaving over 200M devices without updates or security patches.Linux as a Viable Successor: Modern Linux distributions like Mint and Pop!_OS offer a user-friendly, efficient alternative that works well on older hardware left behind by Windows 11's strict requirements.The End-of-10 Project Pushes Back: Grassroots initiatives are helping users switch to Linux, offering practical guides, support networks, and real-world repair options to extend the life of aging PCs.The post Windows 10 Is Dying - It's Time to Take Back Control With Linux appeared first on Techreport.

Research shows that the increasing use of LLM tools like ChatGPT has led to reduced critical thinking and higher cognitive offloading. Students using these tools fail to understand the reasoning behind a problem and end up scoring less than students who do not use any such tools. AI platforms like Cluely encourage people to stop thinking' and instead cheat on everything, including exams and jobs. There's a need for smarter AI tools like Khanmigo that aid the thinking process instead of replacing it.The post Cheating Ourselves: When AI Replaces Thinking Instead of Supporting It appeared first on Techreport.

OpenAI queries Musk's ties to a bill that could upend its for-profit restructuring.Experts are calling on regulators to prevent the move.This is part of broader concerns over how this could impact the development, ethics, and security of generative AI across the board.The post Sam Altman Abandons OpenAI's For-Profit Restructuring Plans appeared first on Techreport.