Schematik Is ‘Cursor for Hardware.’ Anthropic Wants In
Schematik is a program that aims to help people vibe code for physical devices. Hopefully, it won’t blow anything up.
It Takes 2 Minutes to Hack the EU’s New Age-Verification App
Plus: Major data breaches at a gym chain and hotel giant, a disruptive DDoS attack against Bluesky, dubious ICE hires, and more.
OpenAI Executive Kevin Weil Is Leaving the Company
The former Instagram VP is departing the ChatGPT-maker, which is folding the AI science application he led into Codex.
Gazing Into Sam Altman’s Orb Now Proves You’re Human on Tinder
Honestly, what’s hotter than a real person?
AI Drafting My Stories? Over My Dead Body
AI-assisted writing is creeping into newsrooms under the guise of efficiency. But the tradeoff may be more profound than publishers are willing to admit.
Europe’s Online Age Verification App Is Here
Available for free to any company that wants to use it, the “completely anonymous” app puts the pressure on porn sites and social media platforms to start blocking access by minors.
The Online Fiction Boom Reimagining China’s History
Chinese fantasy novels reimagine the past with modern tech and ideology. A new book argues they also help reinforce authoritarian politics.
The Battle for OpenAI’s Soul
In Musk v. Altman, a jury will soon determine whether OpenAI has strayed from its founding mission to ensure AGI benefits humanity. Here’s what to know.
The UK Launches Its $675 Million Sovereign AI Fund
In a bid to minimize dependence on technology from other countries, the UK government is plowing resources into homegrown AI startups.
AI Could Democratize One of Tech’s Most Valuable Resources
AI is making it easier to design chips and optimize software for different silicon. Some startups envision a revolution in chipmaking.