NASA is working with American companies to explore the possibility of raising the orbit of the Neil Gehrels Swift Observatory, a space telescope that has studied the high-energy universe since 2004. The effort aims to demonstrate orbital boost technology, extend Swift's scientific life, and advance U.S. space servicing capabilities. Two firms—Cambrian Works of Virginia and Katalyst Space … [Read more...]
This week in AI dev tools: Claude Sonnet 4’s larger context window, ChatGPT updates, and more (August 15, 2025)
Anthropic expands Claude Sonnet 4’s context window to 1M tokens With this larger context window, Claude can process codebases with 75,000+ lines of code in a single request. This allows it to better understand project architecture, cross-file dependencies, and make suggestions that fit with the complete system design. Longer context windows are now in beta on the Anthropic API and Amazon Bedrock, … [Read more...]
Why on Earth would NASA build a nuclear reactor on the Moon?
"Duffy to announce nuclear reactor on the moon" is not a headline I imagined reading before last week. Sure, as a sci-fi loving nerd, I could see a future where nuclear power played a role in permanent Moon settlements. But the idea of NASA building a 100-kilowatt microreactor there in the next five years seemed ridiculous. Not so, according to scientists."I have no idea why this is getting so … [Read more...]
ChatGPT’s mobile app has generated $2B to date, earns $2.91 per install
ChatGPT’s mobile app is raking in the revenue. Since launching in May 2023, ChatGPT’s app for iOS and Android devices has reached $2 billion in global consumer spending, according to a new analysis by app intelligence provider Appfigures. That figure is approximately 30-times the combined lifetime spending of ChatGPT’s rivals on mobile, including Claude, Copilot, and Grok, the analysis … [Read more...]
My home lab fell apart when I moved—and I don’t know how to fix it
I didn’t expect to lose access to everything I had built. After nearly two decades of living in spaces where I could control the network, set up and expand my home lab, and optimize my workflow around reliable, high-speed internet, I moved into temporary housing provided by my partner’s job. It seemed like a good deal—closer to their office, significantly cheaper rent, and just a short-term … [Read more...]
Chasing 100% GPU utilization is a bad thing, and here's why
If you want the best gaming performance out of your PC, the traditional wisdom is that you should chase 100% GPU utilization. There's some truth to that sentiment. If you're looking for the best performance possible, you want the limiting factor to be the component contributing most to your gaming performance, which, in most games, is your GPU. It's a good gut check against CPU bottlenecks and … [Read more...]
NASA Artemis II Orion Spacecraft Prepares for Historic Crewed Moon Mission with Safety Systems Installed
The NASA Artemis II Orion spacecraft underwent a short yet crucial bifurcation in its journey on August 10 at Kennedy Space Centre in Florida. After Orion was fully fueled, technicians ensured that the spacecraft was moved to its next stop on the path to the launch pad. Orion was moved from Kennedy's Multi-Payload Processing Facility (MPPF), where it had been prepped with propellant, to the Launch … [Read more...]
Louisiana attorney general sues Roblox
The attorney general of Louisiana has filed a lawsuit against Roblox, accusing the platform of failing to implement basic safety controls and making the site the “perfect place for pedophiles.” The lawsuit, filed on Thursday by Attorney General Liz Murrill, alleges that Roblox “has and continues to facilitate the distribution of child sexual abuse material and the sexual exploitation of … [Read more...]
Intel Arc B580 vs RTX 5060 Ti: the real mid-range GPU you should buy
If you're looking to upgrade your PC's GPU this generation and you don't feel like spending a few thousand on an Nvidia RTX 5090, you've got a few options. The RTX 5080 is a little cheaper, but still expensive. AMD's Radeon 9070 and 9070 XT, but both of AMD's high-end graphics cards often retail for $700 or more. The Nvidia RTX 5070 Ti is more affordable than the RTX 5080, but you're generally … [Read more...]
This free open-source tool dramatically improved my PC audio
Audio on your PC is a very personal experience, and what I like may not be to everyone's tastes. Audiophiles and PC enthusiasts collectively agree that different setups can make the same track sound totally different, but acquiring new headphones, a dedicated DAC, an amplifier, a clean power source, and filters can quickly burn a deep hole in your pocket. Moreover, headphone reviews are also … [Read more...]
Meet the first batch of VCs set to judge Startup Battlefield 200 at TechCrunch Disrupt 2025
From Dropbox to Cloudflare, Startup Battlefield alumni have redefined industries. Who will win $100,000 and the spotlight this year? Startup Battlefield 200 is the crown jewel of TechCrunch Disrupt — and this year’s competition promises to be unforgettable. From thousands of applicants, only the top 20 will take the Stage at Disrupt 2025 (October 27–29, San Francisco) to pitch their vision … [Read more...]
Astronomers Discover "Cosmic Grapes" Galaxy Packed with Star-Forming Clumps in the Early Universe
An astronomer studying galaxies has identified one that contains more than a dozen compact clumps with a diameter of 15 that are in a star-forming stage, which is astonishing as it exceeds expectations in a galaxy that dates from the universe's early years. "Cosmic Grapes" is the nickname given to the galaxy that contains more than 15 star-forming clumps arranged in a structure resembling a galaxy … [Read more...]
Sam Altman says ‘yes,’ AI is in a bubble
‘When bubbles happen, smart people get overexcited about a kernel of truth.’Aug 15, 2025, 1:35 PM UTCEmma Roth is a news writer who covers the streaming wars, consumer tech, crypto, social media, and much more. Previously, she was a writer and editor at MUO.As economists speculate whether the stock market is in an AI bubble that could soon burst, OpenAI CEO Sam Altman has just admitted to … [Read more...]
MasterClass memberships are 40 percent off right now
MasterClass promises online learning with instructors who are the very best in their fields, and an annual subscription is currently 40 percent off across all tiers. Subscribers to MasterClass will have access to over 200 classes taught by iconic authors, chefs, athletes and leaders representing a diverse collection of skill sets and backgrounds.You could watch a class on writing taught by James … [Read more...]
MacBook Air deal: Pick up the M4-powered laptop while it's down to a record-low price
Whether you need a new MacBook for the upcoming semester or you've just been itching to upgrade from an older machine, now's a good time to buy. Amazon has a sale on the latest M4 MacBook Air that knocks up to 20 percent off many configurations.The base model is where you'll get the biggest discount. The 16GB RAM/256GB SSD laptop is down to $799 from $999, which is the lowest price we've seen. You … [Read more...]
7 settings Windows 11 should show us during setup instead of all those ads
Setting up a Windows 11 PC isn't exactly a pleasant experience, and that's for a few reasons. Simply installing the operating system can take a while, and then setting up all the apps from your previous PC can add hours to how long it takes to get a new computer fully ready to go. Source: xda-developers.com … [Read more...]
HORI's Piranha Plant camera for Switch 2 drops to $40
The HORI Piranha Plant camera for the Nintendo Switch 2 is on sale for just $40, which is a discount of $20 and a record-low price. This is a great deal for those who own a Switch 2 and want to take advantage of the camera functionality in games like Mario Kart World and that recently-released campfire sim.This was designed specifically for Nintendo's new console, so it's a plug-and-play affair. … [Read more...]
4 retro handhelds that could make you rich if you have them
Retro handheld consoles do carry a special value in all our hearts. They remind us of a time when gaming was so much simpler, and the ability to carry a console with you that let you game while traveling, during the commute, or lunch breaks at college was incredible. Today, there's no doubt that we can very well emulate all of those consoles on something as simple as a $100 phone, but nothing … [Read more...]
Apple TV+ releases the first 'Peanuts' musical in 37 years
Apple is making good on its promise to release new Peanuts content with today's premiere of Snoopy Presents: A Summer Musical. It's the first Peanuts musical in 37 years, with the last one, Snoopy: The Musical, debuting way back 1988. The new cartoon introduces some catchy new songs (and a jazz piano score, of course) as Charlie Brown and friends attempt to save their beloved summer camp … [Read more...]
For Legends: Z-A’s battle system, I rewired the Pokémon part of my brain
EntertainmentBattles are real-time, not turn-based.Aug 15, 2025, 1:00 PM UTCKallie Plagge is The Verge’s senior copy editor. She was previously senior copy editor at Polygon and reviews editor at GameSpot.Even if you’ve never played a Pokémon game before, you can probably figure out how the type chart works. Fire types are weak to water types, water is weak to grass, and grass is weak to fire. … [Read more...]
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