Vinton Cerf will step down from his role as Google’s chief internet evangelist next week, marking the conclusion of one of the most influential careers in technology history. While speaking at the Open Frontier conference hosted by the Laude Institute, Cerf was recognized by Dave Patterson, the UC Berkeley professor best known for co-developing RISC…
I’ve always struggled to find good books that I really love. I’ve read a lot of the things that regularly make lists of the best books, and it’s tricky to find new things to read that aren’t a little disappointing. I decided to see if I could use a local LLM to give me personalized…
The Asia-Pacific region is a global engine for economic growth, but it’s also highly vulnerable to climate change. While green technologies are gaining momentum, a recent report shows they aren’t scaling fast enough to keep up with the region’s rising environmental risks. To help innovators tackle these environmental challenges, we’re launching an inaugural Google DeepMind…
Acting U.S. Attorney General Todd Blanche speaks at a press conference at the Department of Justice on May 4, 2026 in Washington, DC. Kevin Dietsch | Getty Images A federal judge on Thursday said a lawsuit challenging the Department of Justice‘s creation of a $1.8 billion “anti-weaponization” fund will proceed, citing the DOJ’s refusal to…
Xbox has exited a deal to fund and publish IO Interactive’s online fantasy RPG, codenamed Project Fantasy, a move that may lead to job losses. IO Interactive stated it must “adapt to this new reality and its short-term consequences, including staff decisions.” The developer added it will “support those affected through this challenging transition,” and…
Like a lot of people who use AI every day, my ChatGPT sidebar had become crowded. I have a custom GPT for just about everything from fact-checking to dedicated brainstorming sessions and messy notes. And while each one is useful, together they are a problem. Every single new task starts with another new decision as…
It’s probably not very shocking to hear, but my favorite HDR format today is Dolby Vision. Even though I don’t have an OLED TV, I still see the benefits that Dolby Vision provides, even if they aren’t as glaring as they could be. Dolby Vision is actually one of the big reasons I got into…
You’ve heard of the popular smart home automations: automatic lights, security systems, robot vacuums.. But there are plenty of niche gadgets out there that can streamline your setup and create the ultimate smart home dream—think Tony Stark’s house. There are plenty of arduous manual tasks we have to do day in and day out that…
The Oppo Enco Air5s semi-in-ear wireless earbuds have the most surprising Active Noise Cancellation (ANC) I’ve heard in a while. Not because it’s the most isolating, but because it’s shockingly effective, all despite the earbuds not sealing in your ears. Related I reviewed the Samsung Galaxy Buds 4 Pro, and I’m totally addicted to the…
