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Looking beyond natural sequences
A machine-learning framework developed by MIT biologists aims to improve the success rate of computational protein design while moving away from results that reproduce sequences found in nature. (Csü. | mit)
I've been to Gamescom six times - here's what excited me this year
The BBC's Laura Cress gets a first look at the biggest games in Cologne from Witcher 3 to Alien: Isolation 2.
A new piano teacher app gives you live feedback, and a lifetime subscription just went on sale for $150
Get real-time feedback at any skill level.
Replace another MS Office subscription with a $15 lifetime license only through Sept. 1
Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and more.
Quote of the day by tech pioneer Claude Shannon: 'I visualize a time when we will be to robots what dogs are to humans' a warning about superintelligent AI
Many scientists have predicted AI will one day become more intelligent than humans
The first Labor Day laptop deals have arrived here are my 10 top picks for HP, Acer, Dell, Gigabyte, and more
Including laptops from Dell, HP, Acer, Gigabyte, and others.
Im catching up on two of the best time loop games from 2021
Im catching up on Deathloop and The Forgotten City, two of the best time-loop games from 2021.
Nvidia looks to set up an employee-funded political action committee to try and shape US policy in its favor
Nvidia wants to play its part in shaping US policy
Nobles Vanguard audiophile wired earbuds deliver a tightly arranged wall of sound that hits like an advancing army, but theres one gap in their armor
The Noble Audio Vanguard supply detailed, balanced sound at a relatively modest price-point.
How to watch Argentina vs Australia: Free streams and TV channels for rugby international
Les Kiss faces his toughest challenge since taking over as the Wallabies
Carhartt data breach exposed information from 12.9 million user accounts
Negotiations broke down, and the hackers leaked everything they stole
Nvidia DLSS 5 leak sparks major turnaround among PC gamers as some brand it an 'insanely huge graphical update' that means 'there's no going back'
Maybe DLSS 5 will be a good thing after all
How to watch Tottenham vs Newcastle: Live streams and TV channels for the Premier League 2026/27 game
Spurs and the Magpies are both looking for their first league victories of the new campaign
How to watch South Africa vs New Zealand 2nd Test for FREE: Live streams & TV channels for Rugby's Greatest Rivalry
Siya Kolisi returns from injury to captain the Springboks in Cape Town
I spent a month with the Xteink X4 Pro and while I love this tiny $99 ereader, it wont be replacing my ViWoods AiPaper Reader just yet
The Xteink X4 Pro is a truly tiny ereader with some great features, but it also has more than a few issues.
The Razer Naga V3 Pro is a jack-of-all-trades mouse but is it a master of none?
The Razer Naga V3 Pro is built for almost any game you want to play, but you pay the price for that privilege.
Apples iOS 27 and Siri AI are coming soon: Everything we know so far
Bonus: Learn about the best iOS 27 features you need to try out ASAP.
What is HDMI passthrough on soundbars, and do you really need it for your TV setup?
A simple guide to HDMI passthrough, including how it works, when you need it and what to look for when you
Canidae Heartland x Walker Hayes: New dog food line drops at Walmart from $10.97
Farm-raised ingredients for your doggo.
I went hands-on with the new Ninja CrushBOSS and this three-in-one food processor and blender crushed through every food prep test I threw at it
In my tests, there wasn
Bissell Labor Day deals are live: We found deals on stick vacuums, carpet cleaners, and more
Clean up on these best-selling tools for pets and homes.
Photobuckets Groupsy app launches with a wild offer share photos and videos for free
The ultimate travel and wedding photo hack.
Motorola Coupon Code for September 2026
Upgrade your smartphone for less with the latest Motorola promo codes, free shipping offers, and exclusive seasonal discounts.
Decent visuals, useful satellite speakers, and handy portability testing the Soundcore Nebula P1, Ive been impressed how many quality features it offers for its...
The Soundcore Nebula P1 combines modest projection, a unique wireless sound system, and a portable design to prove a worthy option among serious competition.
12 Mac mini alternatives for Windows I'd actually buy
With Apple unveiling the new M6-powered Mac mini, I
7 of the coolest turntables of 2026 including a superbly tacky anniversary edition, and an ode to Rammstein
Including an ode to some German metal gods, and a
X says it found and took down a Chinese bot farm posting anti-AI data center content to thousands of followers
Chinese bot farm of 200k accounts identified by X
I tested the new Hard Boiled 4K Blu-ray, and this long-awaited classic is a new reference showcase for what Ultra HD and Dolby Atmos is capable of
Hard Boiled has been on my most anticipated 4K discs for a while, and I finally got a chance to test it and and it was worth the wait.
You can get an RTX 5070 gaming laptop with 32GB RAM for under $1,500 right now finally, a deal that's not a complete rip-off
This RTX 5070 gaming laptop with 32GB RAM is just $1,339 at Best Buy today.
Mac mini deal alert: The new Apple Mac mini M5 Pro is $30 off at Amazon
Amazon is leading the way on preorder deals for the new Mac minis.
How to watch Crystal Palace vs Man City: Live streams and TV channels for the Premier League 2026/27 game
Enzo Maresca
How to watch Miss Teen USA 2026 online and from anywhere
Watch the long-running beauty contest in Miami from wherever you are
Game, set, orgasm: Hello Nancy just dropped a tennis-themed collection (and its already on sale)
Just in time for the U.S. Open, the brand behind the viral lemon suction toy is back with an air-suction tennis ball and a full-sized wand vibrator.
Best Buy's Labor Day appliance sale is live, and the retailer says 'we wont be beat on appliance pricing' 45% off Samsung, LG, GE and more
Plus, shop deals on TVs, laptops, headphones, and more
Green Party wants to slam the brakes on UK datacenter construction until water and energy use are sorted
Tree huggers aim to end blanket critical infrastructure status for bit barns and ensure environmental standards are met
Apples brand-new Mac mini M6 just got its first discount save $20 at Amazon
These are going to sell fast you've been warned.
The Roborock Saros Z70 robot vacuum and mop with a grabby arm is finally back under $1,000
It doesn't just avoid obstacles, it removes them.
US government alcohol and firearms agency ATF declares major incident after ransomware gang claims cyberattack
Qilin adds ATF and others to its data leak site
The impeccable LG C6 OLED 4K TV keeps getting cheaper: Save $1,200 and get a free $150 credit
Not only is this its best price ever, but it also comes with a $150 Amazon credit.
Gen Z workers now see themselves as part of a global workforce but AI remains a major concern
Gen Z workers want more human interactions
7 new movies and TV shows to watch on Netflix, Prime Video, Disney+, and more this weekend (August 28)
The final week of August 2026 is light on must-see new movies and TV shows to watch at home.
Roborocks Qrevo 2 Pro robot vacuum officially launches in the U.S., and its already on sale
Roborock's cutting the price before you even have to ask.
GTA 6 will be a massive game and Rockstar's longest yet, as the studio confirms it can take up to 80 hours to beat
I hope Grand Theft Auto 6 fans have booked enough time off work, because the game will take up to 80 hours to beat, and that
'Illegal and baseless': US judge blocks the Pentagon blacklisting of Anthropic as a supply chain risk
Judge rules Pentagon
Times running out for your chance to win an Apple Watch in our Big Guessing Game
If you think you know Apple, make your predictions for a chance to win a new Apple Watch.
VPN deal of the week: Save nearly $10 on Surfsharks best-value plan
All the security you need, without paying for extras
Will Forte, John Cena & Lana Condor draft the ultimate Coyote Vs. Acme squad
"We are armed to the teeth!"
CIOs must rethink identity now people are being outnumbered by nonhuman entities
CIOs must rethink identity management for nonhuman AI entities
'I am so done with this': Google Messages bug that's driving users crazy is finally acknowledged by Google
A significant number of users are having trouble getting their group chats to behave in Google Messages.
Amazon raised the price of the Fire TV Stick 4K Max but you can find a steep discount this weekend
Now is a great time to upgrade your streaming.
Alienware has launched the worlds first 39-inch 5K RGB Stripe tandem OLED monitor where to buy
A truly out-of-this-world monitor.
How to accelerate AI adoption without creating unnecessary security risk
Balancing AI innovation with enterprise security governance
Harry Styles Loop earplugs are perfect for his Madison Square Garden residency where to buy
Watermelon Sugar is sweet. Tinnitus is not.
Windows 11 update arrives with much-wanted features and very-much unwanted bugs that mess up the mouse cursor and wallpaper
Miss Microsoft
Nearly 9 million users hit in cyberattack on UK's biggest airport owner - email addresses, phone numbers, vehicle registrations and postcodes all stolen
No one has claimed responsibility yet
How to watch Champions League 2026-27 for free from anywhere in the world with this VPN deal
Use this VPN deal to stream the 26/27 Champions League no matter where you are
The smarter way to manage offices in a hotter world
How workplace data can beat the heat
Why print and scanning remain an unmitigated risk
Printers and vendors are overlooked security risks with regulatory consequences
The EcoVacs Goat O1000 robot lawn mower is $501 off at Amazon buy now for $998.99
Control lawn maintenance from your phone.
The best celeb interview podcasts of the week (Aug. 28, 2026)
Starting with Madelyn Cline on 'Royal Court,' wearing the same ears Harry Styles wore.
Until Sept. 1, you can get Word, Excel, and PowerPoint for life for $30
Get the full Microsoft Office suite for life for $29.97
'We don't want another damaged generation' Inside the grassroots campaign demanding a ban on smart glasses
The Stop Smart Glasses campaign aims to halt the mass adoption of
How to watch College Football 2026/27 for FREE: NCAA live streams, TV channels, preview
Can the Ohio Buckeyes return to winning ways as the Indiana Hoosiers defend their National Championship?
Get Jiro brings Anthony Bourdains graphic novel to TV (and we saw the first 2 episodes)
In this world, chefs rule society and diners will kill for a table.
Save $100: The Tapo RV50 Pro Omni robot vacuum has dropped to its best-ever price at Amazon
Make floor-cleaning fully automated.
How to watch 270 Bundesliga games for free online from anywhere
Fandango will be streaming the Bundesligsa for free in the USA but you can watch from anywhere
How much does eharmony cost and what do you get for your money
A breakdown of eharmony's membership tiers, together with their benefits and costs.
AI is making people less confident in professionals such as doctors and teachers
AI is empowering people to ask questions - but the wrong kind
Matt Lucas and Hugh Bonneville among actors calling for law on AI voice cloning
The performers are asking the government to give every person in the UK a legal right to own their voice.
Chatbooks Promo Code: Save up to 40% on Photo Books in September 2026
Keep your memories alive without breaking the bank by using these top Chatbooks coupon codes and saving strategies.
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Trump administration illegally retaliated against Anthropic, judge rules
The AI startup has been at loggerheads with the Pentagon over the use of AI by the US military.
Father's Day gifts for a dad who wants nothing: 16 tech ideas he'll actually use
Skip the novelty gifts these practical tech picks solve everyday annoyances, upgrade his everyday tech and make his hobbies better
My housemate keeps losing their keys, so I bought them these AirTag dupes that are better value
For AU$10 a pop, these Ugreen trackers work for both iOS and Android
Overcooked? Why robotic pizza makers are failing
A string of failures has sapped confidence that robots will take over production at pizza restaurants.
Ukraine warns Russia has built metal-cutting drones to topple its power grid
Russia is shifting focus to low-hanging fruit of the power grid
Meta has a fresh update to stop people from turning Meta Smart Glasses into pervert glasses and the updates will keep coming
A new way to beat privacy hackers
This documentary-only streaming service is $149.99 for life, its lowest-ever price
For nights when a documentary beats another rewatch.
Reform of all social media should come with Meta changes, UN says
California's attorney general is now looking at TikTok and YouTube to enact teen safety features.
Skip $1,000 flagship markups: iRobots AI-powered Roomba Plus 575 gets a $100 price cut
Tired of cleaning your floors? It's time to 'hire' a robot.
Microsoft cracks down on employee AI use after one worker spent $28,000 in 28 days
Microsoft thinks AI usage should be meaningful, not excessive
Will plug-in solar panels affect your home insurance? An expert explains what you should know before fitting them
Plug-in solar panels are now legal in the UK, but make sure you have all the facts before fitting them.
Google, Microsoft and OpenAI among 100 firms calling for better cyber defences
The letter warns cyber-attacks which use AI will become more sophisticated in a matter of months.
Want to own a .slop domain? You could soon be in luck, along with .therapy, and .hype
ICANN is reviewing 1,600+ new gTLDs
Owala is launching new fall colors that scream cozy get ready to swap out your bottle
Seven new colors, one big fall glow-up.
Can you make money online with lead generation?
And do businesses still pay for this service?
Home appliances giant Dreame has scrapped itsrocket-powered supercar, which we suspected was 'too fast and too wide-reaching'
Dreame has cancelled its plans to make a rocket-propelled hypercar
Home Depot's long-awaited Labor Day sale is live appliances, giant-sized skeletons, patio furniture, outdoor tools, and more
Save up to 50% off sitewide
Got a bold cybersecurity idea? Surfshark's 100K advocacy fund could back it up
First submission cycle for Surfshark
The ultimate zero-effort lawn flex: Segways Navimow X430 robot lawn mower is $250 off
It's time you outsourced mowing your grass.
Stuart Fails to Save the Universe haters need to stream 'heartfelt' Chuck Lorre sitcom Leanne season 2 instead new episodes are waiting for you on Netflix
Not everyone is enjoying Stuart Fails to Save the Universe on HBO Max and that
Trump signs order banning some foreign equipment from US energy grid, including some software
Trump bans foreign kit once again