Google announces five changes to link visibility in AI Search
Google announced five AI Search link changes in October. Their rollout stages differ, and older click data do not measur…
Recent archive · October 21, 2026
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UK CMA proposes broader iPhone NFC access
The UK CMA is consulting on iPhone access to SE and HCE, with proposed commercial terms intended to lower fees. Response…
Berkeley mathematicians debate AI after OpenAI’s Navier–Stokes claim
Berkeley mathematicians debate AI after OpenAI’s Navier–Stokes claim; a paper identifies mismatches between its written…
Valve’s tracker lists a SteamOS 3.9.3 boot complaint
Valve’s issue list includes SteamOS issue #2955 on October 21, 2026, after an owner reported a dirlock-encrypted Steam D…
Linux 7.3 targets gaming on AMD GPUs with limited VRAM
Linux 7.3 reportedly adds memory-management work for low-VRAM AMD gaming. See Natalie Vock’s two frame-time results and…
GlobalFoundries will make CoWoS interposers for TSMC
GlobalFoundries plans to make CoWoS silicon interposers for TSMC at its Malta, New York, site, with a volume ramp expect…
Emory lets eligible users request Claude for Education
Emory users with active emory.edu accounts can request Claude for Education. Standard licenses are free; premium is $50…
iPhone Duo delivery estimates differed by preorder group
New iPhone Duo orders reached a January 25 estimate, while some existing U.S. orders moved earlier. A delivery estimate…
Anthropic reportedly acquired Opaque Systems
Opaque says its team is joining Anthropic as Opaque Systems winds down. Five open-source projects remain available under…
Midnight Mimosa can persist beyond app removal on some Android phones
The malware's system component resists app removal; Bitdefender says firmware cleanup and ADB disabling are impractical…
US sanctions five Chinese entities over alleged AI trade-secret theft
On October 19, 2026, the U.S. designated five entities under PAIPA. OFAC’s measures cover blocked property, transactions…
Nintendo schedules Nintendo Switch Sports Resort for Oct. 22
Nintendo schedules Nintendo Switch Sports Resort for Oct. 22, 2026; U.S. store events follow Oct. 24, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.,…
