ZuckOff Is a Free App That Sees Meta Glasses Before They See You
You can’t always tell if someone is recording you with their smart glasses, but your phone can help.
GEFS on OpenBSD: A Early Preview
Article URL: https://marc.info/?l=openbsd-tech&m=178948744271633&w=2 Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=49715590 Points: 13 # Comments: 1
US military confirms it launched space weapons into Earth’s orbit
This is the first public acknowledgment that the U.S. military put a space weapon in Earth's orbit.
Meta expands subscription push with new AI-focused plans
Meta One bundles expanded access to the company’s AI tools with premium features across Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp.
Health benefits platform Thatch reaches $1B valuation as healthcare costs surge
Thatch helps employers keep healthcare costs manageable by offering an individual plan marketplace through an Individual Coverage Health Reimbursement Arrangement — a model that lets companies fund employees' own individual insurance plans instead of enrolling everyone in one company-wide plan.
Jiga (YC W21) Is Hiring Product Engineer (Remote/US)
Article URL: https://jiga.io/about-us/?ashby_jid=0b75d72d-c92b-4dca-8062-09d298ada0bd Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=49715446 Points: 0 # Comments: 0
watchOS 27: Siri app lets you continue existing chats, though it’s a bit hidden
Apple Watch includes an all-new Siri app in watchOS 27. Unlike the iPhone and iPad versions, it’s a bit less intuitive to use in one way. more…
Why watchOS 27 removes the useful multitasking feature on Apple Watch
watchOS 27 removes a useful multitasking shortcut from Apple Watch. While we don’t know if it will make a return, we at least now know why the gesture was removed. more…
CenterPoint Energy confirms customer data stolen in cyberattack
CenterPoint Energy disclosed a breach compromising some customers' personal information after an attacker leaked data allegedly stolen from the utility company. [...]
There's a 100% Chance AI Agents Are Ruining the Internet
Article URL: https://www.404media.co/theres-a-100-chance-ai-agents-are-already-ruining-the-internet/ Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=49715113 Points: 125 # Comments: 72
America is building datacenters faster than the grid can power them
Meeting expected energy consumption through 2030 will require $110 billion in new generation resources
Are older MacBooks still worth buying in 2026?
You'll probably want to avoid Intel-powered MacBooks, but Apple Silicon models are solid.
How The Oregon Trail became a generational icon
Whether you played it in the back of your classroom or on your computer at home, if you were a kid in the last 30 years you almost certainly grew up playing The Oregon Trail. On the season 5 premiere of Version History, our fearless wagon leader David Pierce is joined by gaming journalist Chris G...
9to5Mac Daily: September 15, 2026 – iOS 27 now available
Listen to a recap of the top stories of the day from 9to5Mac. 9to5Mac Daily is available on iTunes and Apple’s Podcasts app, Stitcher, TuneIn, Google Play, or through our dedicated RSS feed for Overcast and other podcast players. Sponsored by Stuff:Stuff helps you get everything out of your head ...
New Apple gear gets pre-release discounts, including AirPods 5 for $125 and more
Apple unveiled its new Apple Watch Ultra 4 and Apple Watch Series 12 lineup last week, plus the all-new AirPods 5. They hit shelves on Friday, September 18. Ahead of that launch, Apple’s new lineup is now available to pre-order on Amazon — and you can already save. AirPods 5 $125 (Reg. $129) App...
Amazon's Prime Big Deal Days sale returns in October
Expect big discounts on Amazon's own products, of course.
Cisco email security boxes can be rooted by... an email
Attackers already exploiting the critical flaw, and Cisco warns they may be able to cover their tracks once they're in
Refurbished vs. pre-owned phones: What's the difference and which is better?
Pre-owned and refurbished devices have various quality standards across marketplaces, so understanding what you're getting is critical.
Join WIRED@Night for an Uncanny Valley Live Recording on Women, Tech, and Power
An evening of podcasting in San Francisco (with a discount for WIRED readers).
Leaks, data breaches, and ransom notes: The worst hacks of 2026 so far
From the massive DOGE data breach and the compromise of critical infrastructure to the hack of federal surveillance systems, here are the most damaging security incidents and data breaches of 2026 so far.