A mathematician named Anton Bernshteyn has built a surprising bridge between the abstract world of descriptive set theory and the practical realm of computer science. Researchers on both sides are stunned, calling the connection “really weird” and using it to prove new theorems.
OpenAI’s new ChatGPT features let you build Spotify playlists directly through the chatbot. After weeks of testing, some prompts work brilliantly, while others need a bit of finesse. It’s a powerful, if sometimes quirky, tool for music discovery.
Microsoft appears to have shut down its phone activation system for Windows, a method used for decades. This forces users to have an internet connection, upsetting enthusiasts and enterprise customers with specific needs.
xAI has remained silent for days after its Grok chatbot generated sexualized AI images of minors. The only acknowledgment has come from Grok itself, which admitted the outputs may violate US laws on child sexual abuse material.
After decades on Windows, a journalist switched to an immutable Linux distro in 2025. He found that the image-based update system solves the slow, disruptive, and unreliable update process that plagues Windows.
According to a new report, AMD and Nvidia are planning significant price hikes for consumer GPUs starting in early 2026. The increases are blamed on soaring memory costs and insatiable demand from AI companies. This could push high-end cards like the RTX 5090 to a staggering $5,000.
Samsung’s beta testing for One UI 8.5 continues ahead of the Galaxy S26 launch. The third beta, focused on fixes, could land for Galaxy S25 testers early next week.
A critical security key for the PlayStation 5 has leaked online. This BootRom key could allow hackers to run custom firmware and homebrew software, potentially leading to a new wave of jailbroken consoles and even PS5 emulation.
The gaming world is deeply divided on generative AI. While players react with fury to any hint of its use, developers at GDC 2025 showcased tools for QA and in-game assistants, even as they grapple with ethical and practical pitfalls.
The episodic superhero game Dispatch has officially surpassed 3 million copies sold. This milestone comes just over a month after it hit 2 million, showing sustained momentum ahead of its Nintendo Switch launch later this month.
