Markforged made waves on Tuesday with the announcement of adding metal printing capabilities to its FX10 machine. This new feature, known as the FX10 Metal Kit, allows the industrial additive manufacturing machine to print with metal filaments, including a new stainless steel offering. The FX10 machine originally launched with the ability to print composites such
Clockwise, a smart scheduling and calendar tool, has recently made significant changes to its interface with the introduction of an AI-powered assistant named Prism. This innovative assistant is designed to help users manage scheduling conflicts, create or clear events in bulk, and seamlessly turn to-do lists into calendar blocks through text prompts. One of the
Apple has confirmed that it will be unveiling its highly anticipated iPhone 16 lineup on September 9, a day earlier than previously rumored. The event, dubbed “It’s Glowtime,” will be held at the Steve Jobs Theater at Apple Park at 10 AM PT/ 1 PM ET. This announcement has generated a lot of excitement among
Niantic has recently announced the release of Scaniverse 4, a groundbreaking update to their popular scanning app. This new version introduces a revolutionary scanning technique known as Gaussian Splitting, which promises to provide users with more detailed and accurate captures of objects and locations in 3D. Unlike traditional scanning methods, Gaussian Splitting captures a multitude
Inflection, the startup behind the AI chatbot Pi, has announced that it will be implementing usage caps on its platform in the near future. This decision comes as the new CEO redirects the company’s focus towards enterprise products. The move to cap free access to Pi represents a significant shift from the initial vision of
The ongoing campaign between Israel and UNRWA has stirred up a storm of controversy, with both parties vying for public support and funding. The impact of Israel’s campaign is proving to be a challenge to measure, as UNRWA USA has spent substantial resources attempting to outbid Israel for Google search ad slots. Despite these efforts,
Elon Musk, the CEO of X/Tech, recently sent an email to staff regarding their much-awaited stock grants. These stock options, however, come with a catch. The company plans to award these grants based on the anticipated future impact of employees. This new directive requires staff to submit a one-page summary outlining their contributions to the
As the anticipation builds for the upcoming Apple product launch event, rumors are circulating about the potential features of the iPhone 16 lineup. According to Bloomberg reporter Mark Gurman, sources indicate that the new iPhones could have larger screens on the Pro models, with the iPhone 16 Pro Max reportedly increasing from 6.7 inches to
MSI recently showcased their latest motherboard range, the X870 and X870E, at Gamescom 2024. One striking feature noticed by Cowcotland was the inclusion of 8-pin PCIe power connectors at the bottom of all the boards. This addition has sparked curiosity among enthusiasts and tech experts alike. The reason behind the incorporation of these power connectors
ElevenLabs, an AI audio startup, has recently announced the global availability of their text-to-speech Reader app, catering to a wider audience by adding support for 32 different languages. This move represents a significant step towards inclusivity, enabling users from various linguistic backgrounds to utilize the app for their needs. By offering languages such as Spanish,
In a recent development, former pharmaceutical executive Martin Shkreli has been ordered by federal Judge Pamela Chen to turn over his copies of The Wu-Tang Clan’s Once Upon a Time in Shaolin album. This decision comes as a result of a preliminary injunction issued in an ongoing lawsuit filed by PleasrDAO, an NFT collective that
The Justice Department and eight states have filed a lawsuit against RealPage, the company responsible for a widely-used software that assists landlords in setting rental prices. The lawsuit alleges that RealPage’s rent recommendation algorithm not only drives up prices but also eliminates competition in the apartment leasing market. According to the complaint, RealPage obtains nonpublic
Meta, formerly known as Facebook, has recently decided to halt the development of its high-end mixed reality headset, codenamed La Jolla, despite initial plans to release it in 2027. This decision comes as a surprise considering the company’s efforts to compete with Apple’s Vision Pro headset. The reason behind this strategic shift is primarily attributed
Recently, it was revealed that the quotes in the Megalopolis trailer, which were supposedly from contemporary reviews of director Francis Ford Coppola’s past films, were actually generated by AI. This deceptive tactic led to the removal of Eddie Egan, the individual responsible for the materials in the trailer, from the movie’s marketing team. The confirmation
Stephen Wolfram, a renowned mathematician and scientist, was raised in a household where his mother taught philosophy at Oxford University. Despite his initial disinterest in the subject during his youth, Wolfram now sees the value in deep philosophical thinking for AI research. His impressive career spans across science, math, and computing, with notable accomplishments such
NASA administrator Bill Nelson made a significant announcement today, revealing that US astronauts Sunita Williams and Barry Wilmore will be returning next February with the SpaceX Crew-9 mission. This comes after spending over 80 days aboard the International Space Station (ISS). The decision to bring them back was not taken lightly, as various factors played