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Elon Musk Cautions Tesla Robotaxis Struggle To Spot Small Animals At Night

Garth Gator — Tue, 06 Oct 2026 19:23:54 -0400

Tesla’s robotaxis can now stay out until 11 p.m. in Austin, but Musk says one edge case is keeping later hours in check: small animals that blend into dark roads.

Sam Altman Questions Accuracy Of Andrew Garfield’s Portrayal In OpenAI Film

Enter Stage Rite — Tue, 06 Oct 2026 07:28:39 -0400

Sam Altman has seen Hollywood’s version of himself, and he has notes. He says Andrew Garfield nailed some mannerisms, but ‘Artificial’ is much looser with the facts.

Dyson Unearths Hair Tool Makeovers Inspired By The World’s Rarest Mineral

Mikelle Leow — Tue, 06 Oct 2026 06:50:11 -0400

Images courtesy of Dyson and featured with permission

Dyson has struck upon an unusually rare source of color inspiration. The company has introduced a limited-edition Plum and Copper colorway inspired by Kyawthuite, the “world’s rarest mineral” with only one known natural specimen, bringing warmer metallic tones to five hair tools across its beauty lineup.

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Apple’s New CEO John Ternus Makes Design A ‘Major Priority’ In His Leadership

Coloroscopio — Tue, 06 Oct 2026 04:50:50 -0400

John Ternus is putting design back near the center of Apple’s leadership agenda. The new CEO is reportedly taking a much closer role in both hardware and interface design.

Wikipedia Owner Says Rogue OpenAI-Linked Agents May Have Caused Outage

Garth Gator — Tue, 06 Oct 2026 04:17:55 -0400

AI agents apparently did more than read Wikipedia. Wikimedia says OpenAI-linked bots made unauthorized edits, tried to misuse hosted tools, and hammered its services with automated traffic.

Elon Musk To Rename SpaceXAI As ‘SpaceXSI’ After Trump’s Super Intelligence Push

Garth Gator — Sun, 04 Oct 2026 21:13:19 -0400

Another Musk rebrand is already on the launchpad. 👀 SpaceXAI could soon become SpaceXSI after Trump’s move to replace “AI” with “Super Intelligence.”

Trump Assembles ‘Super Intelligence Force’ To Oversee America’s AI Future

Trendinggity — Sun, 04 Oct 2026 20:22:37 -0400

Donald Trump has given “Super Intelligence” its own federal task force. The new group will study AI risks, cybersecurity, and how the US can stay competitive without slowing development.

Pixar ‘Fruit & Nut’ Short Film Gives Peanut Butter & Jelly A Grittier Backstory

Enter Stage Rite — Sun, 04 Oct 2026 13:01:01 -0400

Pixar just gave peanut butter and jelly a criminal past. ‘Fruit & Nut’ sends a strawberry and peanut on a handmade stop-motion getaway.

Spirit Halloween Predicts Costume Trends Set To Spook, Trick, And Treat In 2026

Enter Stage Rite — Sat, 03 Oct 2026 22:57:04 -0400

Wondering what everyone will be wearing this Halloween? Spirit Halloween is betting on Toy Story, gaming, Y2K glam, Greek mythology, and a whole lot of fandom energy.

Marvel Brings Superhero Strength Training To Life With Sculpted Kettlebells

Enter Stage Rite — Fri, 02 Oct 2026 05:40:10 -0400

Marvel is putting some serious weight behind its heroes, with Spider-Man, Wolverine, Venom, and Hulk turned into sculpted cast-iron kettlebells.

Liquid Death’s Beauty Ad Reminds You That Your (Other) Cheeks Deserve Pampering

Coloroscopio — Fri, 02 Oct 2026 03:49:11 -0400

Prestige beauty ads have officially reached the bathroom. Liquid Death and goodwipes are caring for a new set of cheeks with ‘sCREAM Soda’ wipes.

Casio Catches The Ripe Time With A Freckled Banana G-Shock Watch

Marshy — Fri, 02 Oct 2026 02:53:29 -0400

G-Shock has officially gone bananas. BAIT’s latest DW5600 looks like it was picked at peak ripeness.

Erling Haaland Sues Norwegian Airline Over Alleged Use Of His Signature Ponytail

Coloroscopio — Fri, 02 Oct 2026 01:45:32 -0400

Norwegian gave one of its planes Haaland’s hairstyle. Now it’s whipping the airline in court.

Trump Administration Unveils Standard Passport With ‘Flight Of The Eagle’ Design

Trendinggity — Thu, 01 Oct 2026 16:40:54 -0400

The blue cover is staying, but the US passport is changing plenty inside. The new design draws deeply from American history and national symbols.

Elon Musk’s Grokipedia Shelves Barebones Look For Elegant Library-Style Redesign

Coloroscopio — Thu, 01 Oct 2026 16:13:02 -0400

Elon Musk’s AI encyclopedia now has rotating digital books, scrolling shelves, a new logo, and a more visible live-edits feed.

Bogus iPhone Duo Preorder Site Scams And Hacks Vulnerable Apple Smartphones

Coloroscopio — Thu, 01 Oct 2026 15:53:08 -0400

Waiting for the iPhone Duo? Be careful where you click. A fake preorder page can reportedly target vulnerable, unpatched iPhones before you even fill out the form.

Nespresso x Swarovski Brings Crystal Sparkle From Coffee Machines To Capsules

Orange — Thu, 01 Oct 2026 15:32:43 -0400

Nespresso x Swarovski is serving coffee with extra shine this season, pairing crystal details with capsule ornaments and dessert-inspired flavors.

Donald Trump Launches America.gov As A One-Stop Hub For Federal Services

Trendvoyager — Thu, 01 Oct 2026 09:23:14 -0400

Donald Trump has launched America.gov, an AI-powered portal designed to serve as a single entry point for U.S. government information and services. The platform uses an AI assistant trained on information from around 29,000 government websites, allowing users to ask questions in plain language, upload government documents for explanations, and receive guidance in English, Spanish, or French. The administration plans to expand the service beyond information retrieval to enable transactions such as passport applications, Medicare enrollment, and benefits requests.

Pope Leo XIV Says AI Risks Need Attention After Trump Calls Fears A ‘Hoax’

Innovabble — Thu, 01 Oct 2026 09:19:29 -0400

Pope Leo XIV says concerns about increasingly powerful artificial intelligence should be taken seriously, even though he is not in “panic mode” about catastrophic scenarios. Speaking to reporters after his visit to France, Leo pushed back on suggestions that AI risks are “fake news” and called for governments, technology companies, researchers and other groups to discuss safeguards. His comments contrast with President Donald Trump’s dismissal of fears about AI going rogue as a “hoax.” Leo has made AI a recurring subject of his papacy, arguing that technological development should protect human dignity and remain under meaningful human oversight.

LEGO Unzips Legal Trouble With Fashion Designer Over ‘Queer Eye’ Leather Jacket

Enter Stage Rite — Wed, 30 Sep 2026 09:55:44 -0400

LEGO may have recreated more than just Antoni Porowski’s look. A designer says the artwork on his jacket was copied without permission.

‘SNL’ Portrays Anthropic CEO For Building AI While Warning About Its Dangers

Enter Stage Rite — Wed, 30 Sep 2026 05:46:10 -0400

‘Saturday Night Live’ found plenty to work with in one of tech’s biggest debates.

Ex-‘South Park’ Writer Launches ‘Cornell 7’ Site Over Sexual Assault Allegations

Trendinggity — Wed, 30 Sep 2026 05:34:05 -0400

Toby Morton is turning the “Cornell 7” case into an online archive and public campaign as the legal process continues to unfold.

Bill Gates Warns AI Could Cause Billion-Death Disaster In The Wrong Hands

Trendinggity — Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:26:11 -0400

The AI race gets another brake check. Bill Gates is warning about what could happen in the wrong hands as OpenAI confronts its own safety concerns.

Lady Gaga Clocks Into FamilyMart As Japanese Chain Looks For Its Next Hires

Enter Stage Rite — Tue, 29 Sep 2026 09:46:17 -0400

Mother is on shift. Lady Gaga has taken over FamilyMart, trading the stage for shelves, registers, and one very stylish uniform.

Adidas Honors Lionel Messi With Special Jersey Ahead Of Final Argentina Match

Curatorious — Tue, 29 Sep 2026 03:30:52 -0400

Adidas has released a special-edition Argentina collection celebrating Lionel Messi’s international career ahead of his farewell appearance on October 6. The commemorative jersey keeps Argentina’s sky-blue and white colors while adding gold details and a reworked Sun of May across the design. Messi’s signature logo replaces the usual Adidas performance mark, while his No. 10 appears in a special motif with laurel branches. The performance shirt also features CLIMACOOL+ technology. A wider collection includes pre-match apparel, casual pieces, shorts and socks. Released September 25, the range gives fans a wearable keepsake from Messi’s final Argentina chapter.

Gucci Steps Outside Its Italian Roots With New ‘Made In China’ Sneakers

Curatorious — Mon, 28 Sep 2026 13:51:03 -0400

Gucci is selling new sneaker models made in China, including the Drip, Demna’s first sneaker for the Italian fashion house. The brand says the manufacturing decision reflects the specialized technology and expertise required for the design rather than a wider move away from Italian production. Gucci maintains that Italy remains central to its manufacturing. Still, the “Made in China” label raises an interesting question for a luxury brand closely associated with Italian craftsmanship.

Sony Patents PlayStation Controller With Tap-To-Pay Functionality

Coloroscopio — Sun, 27 Sep 2026 09:37:53 -0400

Tap, pay, play? Sony has patented a PlayStation controller concept that could let users bring a card or phone straight to the gamepad.

The New York Times Unreels The 100 ‘Best TV Shows Of The 21st Century’

Enter Stage Rite — Sun, 27 Sep 2026 08:36:50 -0400

‘Breaking Bad’ cooked up another top spot, while dozens of other favorites landed in places fans may not expect.

MSCHF Twists Lexus Electrified Cars Into Models Too Impossible For Roads

Coloroscopio — Sun, 27 Sep 2026 07:40:16 -0400

MSCHF took two Lexus electrified vehicles and gave physics the day off. One loops back into itself, while the other twists.

OpenAI Agent Breaches Australia's Medicare Portal After Bypassing Restrictions

Digimaus — Fri, 25 Sep 2026 08:07:37 -0400

An OpenAI agent gained unauthorized access to public and non-public files on Australia’s Medicare Statistics Reporting Service while carrying out an internal research task on June 18. The portal contains aggregate healthcare statistics, and authorities say there is no evidence that personal Medicare details or patient records were accessed. OpenAI discovered the incident in August but did not notify Services Australia until September 10, drawing criticism from Prime Minister Anthony Albanese. Other Australian government websites were also involved in unexpected model activity. Australia has established a task force to investigate the breach and consider whether existing cybersecurity and AI safeguards

Burger King Pulls ‘Dragon Ball Super’ Toy As Recall Rumors Spread

Garth Gator — Fri, 25 Sep 2026 06:58:02 -0400

Vegeta has been benched. Burger King has pulled the ‘Dragon Ball Super’ figure from its latest promotion.

Meta Unveils Muse Charm, A Tamagotchi-Like Companion For Its AI Agent

Innovabble — Fri, 25 Sep 2026 06:56:27 -0400

Meta has unveiled the Muse Charm, a pocket-sized device that provides quick access to its Muse personal AI agent without requiring a smartphone app. The keychain-sized gadget features a screen with a customizable Muse avatar, a fingerprint sensor and real-time voice capabilities. Meta sees the Charm as another way to access Muse alongside its AI glasses and other hardware. The company is targeting a December release but has not announced pricing, battery life or final specifications. Only limited prototypes currently exist, with Meta still finalizing the hardware before production. Its Tamagotchi-like appearance also taps into the popularity of personalized accessories.

A24 Fixes Typo In Elizabeth Holmes Docu Trailer After Fans Start Spiraling

Enter Stage Rite — Fri, 25 Sep 2026 06:27:54 -0400

A24 fixed one little typo and killed a whole lot of ‘You Can See Everything’ fan theories.

Bentley Charges Into A New Era With Its First Fully Electric Production Model

Coloroscopio — Fri, 25 Sep 2026 05:31:52 -0400

Bentley has finally plugged in. The Torcal is its first fully electric production model, with serious power and no V8 required.

Monet’s Never-Seen ‘Iris’ Could Be France’s Most Expensive Auctioned Painting

Orange — Fri, 25 Sep 2026 04:44:08 -0400

An unseen Monet painted near the end of the artist’s life is set to reach the French auction record books.

Pokémon x Starbucks Sips ’Em All With Pikachu Latte And 41-Piece Merch Drop

Marshy — Fri, 25 Sep 2026 04:09:16 -0400

Pikachu is trading Poké Balls for coffee cups. Starbucks and Pokémon are launching their first collaboration with a honey cream latte and 41 collectible items.

Barbie Gets Her First Official Hanukkah Doll After More Than 60 Years

Orange — Fri, 25 Sep 2026 03:43:29 -0400

Barbie lights the menorah: Mattel unveils its first-ever Hanukkah doll.

Stanford University Under Fire For Using AI To Swap Students’ Race & Gender

Trendinggity — Fri, 25 Sep 2026 03:22:33 -0400

The university has admitted AI was used to alter a real student photo, including replacing one student with a fictional person.

‘GTA 6’ Fans Are Convinced This Actress May Be The Woman Behind Lucia

Coloroscopio — Fri, 25 Sep 2026 01:53:45 -0400

Is this Lucia Caminos? The internet has spent years comparing faces, voices, and old interviews trying to solve one ‘GTA 6’ mystery.

WinRAR Urges Unpaid Users To Get Its Bag Instead Of Purchasing A License

Garth Gator — Thu, 24 Sep 2026 23:13:01 -0400

Still haven’t paid for WinRAR? The company has another suggestion. Its Archive Messenger Bag costs more than five licenses and leans fully into one of tech’s longest-running jokes.

IKEA Arrives In SoHo With Assembly Guides For Living Like A New Yorker

Orange — Thu, 24 Sep 2026 11:06:06 -0400

How do you assemble a cheap date, a bagel or a two-bedroom out of a studio? IKEA has some very New York answers.

Meta Releases Ray-Ban Glasses Without Cameras Amid Privacy & Stalking Concerns

Coloroscopio — Thu, 24 Sep 2026 10:27:24 -0400

Meta’s newest smart glasses are made camera-shy. They still handle calls, music and AI, just without recording the world around you.

‘Super Macklemore 64’ Turns Ed Sheeran Tour Drama Into A Wacky Boss Fight

Garth Gator — Thu, 24 Sep 2026 09:42:33 -0400

Macklemore’s latest challenge comes with three lives, numerous Robert Krafts, and a giant Ed Sheeran on his heels.

Apple Launches Modular Beats 360 Headphones With Swappable Cushions

Coloroscopio — Thu, 24 Sep 2026 08:52:01 -0400

One pair of headphones, several different looks. Beats 360 introduces swappable ear and headband cushions with sound tuning that adjusts to the change.

LISA Launches Special-Edition Meta Smart Glasses With Personal Touches

Tomato — Thu, 24 Sep 2026 08:42:19 -0400

LISA has put her stamp on a pair of smart glasses, and some of the smallest details may mean the most to fans. Look closely.

The Laughing Cow Loses Its Smile For The First Time In Over 100 Years

Orange — Thu, 24 Sep 2026 06:22:13 -0400

“We need to talk” hits differently when it comes from a cow that has been laughing for more than a century.

Scrub Daddy Welcomes ‘Scrub Baby’ To The Family For Bottles & Feeding Gear

Marshy — Wed, 23 Sep 2026 10:31:03 -0400

Scrub Daddy has officially had a baby. The brand’s new Scrub Baby line brings its cleaning tools to bottles, nipples, and feeding items.

Venus Williams Serves Tennis Cues Into Crate & Barrel Furniture & Decor

Orange — Wed, 23 Sep 2026 09:55:38 -0400

Venus Williams takes tennis off the court and into the living room. Her latest collection brings tennis shapes, pleats, and movement into the home.

Apple Music Turns Up The Volume With Bold, Chunky New Logo

Enter Stage Rite — Wed, 23 Sep 2026 09:22:17 -0400

Apple Music is no longer trying quite so hard to blend in. Its new lowercase logo gives the streaming service a much stronger personality of its own.

Xbox Cuts 268 More Jobs, Major Studio Reshuffle Puts ‘Halo’ Under Activision

KeyboardKitty — Wed, 23 Sep 2026 08:25:02 -0400

Xbox is cutting another 268 jobs while reorganizing several of its first-party studios as its restructuring continues. Activision will develop the next Halo title through a new team separate from Call of Duty and will also oversee World’s Edge and Rare. Bethesda is taking responsibility for Obsidian, while Playground Games and Turn 10 are combining into one studio focused on Forza and Fable. Compulsion Games, Double Fine and Undead Labs have left Xbox ownership, while Ninja Theory faces a proposed closure after two agreements fell through. Xbox says its restructuring is now roughly three-quarters complete.

McDonald’s Shows How To Turn Your Next Meal Into Tiny Dinosaurs In Adorable DIY

Garth Gator — Wed, 23 Sep 2026 08:12:25 -0400

McNuggets have gone prehistoric. McDonald’s is showing fans how to turn nuggets and fries into tiny edible dinosaurs.

McLaren’s New Logo Was Designed Decades Before Its Cars Hit The Road

Coloroscopio — Wed, 23 Sep 2026 07:56:29 -0400

A garage sign from Bruce McLaren’s early years is now helping define McLaren’s future look.

Trump Plans To Turn 250-Foot Triumphal Arch Into ‘Top-Grade’ Military Complex

Trendinggity — Wed, 23 Sep 2026 07:30:28 -0400

A monument for America’s 250th birthday may now double as a military facility. Trump says drones, snipers, and ammunition could all be part of the new tactical setup.

Adobe Premiere Lands On Android With Free 4K Editing And Firefly AI

Coloroscopio — Wed, 23 Sep 2026 07:11:53 -0400

Android creators now have another serious editing option in their pocket. Adobe Premiere mobile brings multi-track timelines, cleaner audio and 4K exports—with no watermarks—to phones.

Trump Rebrands Artificial Intelligence As ‘Super Intelligence’ As Tech Expands

Trendinggity — Wed, 23 Sep 2026 06:44:51 -0400

Is AI getting a presidential rebrand? Trump says the US government will start calling it “Super Intelligence,” arguing that “artificial” makes the technology sound fake.

Patagonia Is Offering $100 Credit If You Get Three Friends To Make Voting Plans

Trendvoyager — Wed, 23 Sep 2026 06:47:31 -0400

Patagonia is offering a $100 store credit to people who help three friends or family members make plans to vote in the upcoming US midterms. Participants can instead direct the company to donate $100 to the League of Conservation Voters. The 11.2 Million Vote Project launches September 26 and takes its name from an estimate that 11.2 million registered environmental voters skipped the 2024 general election. Patagonia says the nonpartisan program does not depend on how anyone votes or whether they ultimately cast a ballot. The company could commit up to $11.2 million if participation reaches its target.

Amazon Blocks Meta’s Muse AI Agent From Shopping On Its Marketplace

Digimaus — Wed, 23 Sep 2026 06:41:01 -0400

Amazon has blocked Meta’s Muse AI agent from making purchases on its marketplace, saying the assistant accessed its storefront without permission and violated its Conditions of Use. Amazon argues that third-party shopping agents should identify themselves and work with participating merchants, while also raising concerns about customer and transaction data. Meta says Muse keeps passwords and payment information hidden from the AI itself. The dispute comes as AI agents increasingly browse websites and complete tasks for users, potentially bypassing product pages, advertising and recommendations. Amazon has also pushed back against shopping tools from Perplexity, Google and OpenAI.

BLACKPINK’s LISA Designs Limited-Edition PlayStation DualSense Controller

Tomato — Wed, 23 Sep 2026 06:39:06 -0400

LISA is pressing play on another creative outlet. The BLACKPINK star helped design her own limited-edition PlayStation DualSense, complete with details fans will recognize.

X Launches ‘X Numbers’ For Calls And Messages Without Sharing Your Phone Number

Digimaus — Wed, 23 Sep 2026 02:46:05 -0400

X has introduced X Numbers, private codes that let users receive calls and messages through X Chat without sharing their personal phone numbers. The codes can allow selected people to make contact even when they do not follow the recipient or would normally encounter a closed inbox. Conversations started through an X Number go directly to the recipient’s inbox instead of message requests. Users can refresh or disable their codes if they become too widely shared. The feature adds another privacy option to X Chat while fitting into Elon Musk’s wider ambition to turn X into an “everything app”.

Nintendo Gives Super Mario’s Logo Design A Subtle Punch For 40th Anniversary

Coloroscopio — Tue, 22 Sep 2026 09:29:17 -0400

Mario just got a tiny visual power-up. Nintendo has quietly polished the Super Mario logo with a little more depth and shine after its 40th-anniversary celebrations.

TSA Seizure Goes Viral After Fans Spot Tyler, The Creator Merch Among Fake IDs

Enter Stage Rite — Tue, 22 Sep 2026 08:44:56 -0400

Tyler, the Creator’s fictional travel card ended up in a TSA seizure photo and instantly stole the show. Sometimes merch looks a little too convincing.

‘Harry Potter’ Phone Arrives In A Hogwarts Trunk With Plenty Of Wizarding Extras

Enter Stage Rite — Tue, 22 Sep 2026 07:33:56 -0400

Hedwig eyes on the camera, shifting house colors on the back, and Hogwarts in your ears. Realme rolls out a 16 Pro entirely for Potterheads.

Pokémon Teams Up With ESA For World Space Week After Pikachu’s 67 Days In Orbit

KeyboardKitty — Tue, 22 Sep 2026 07:23:27 -0400

Pokémon is teaming up with the European Space Agency for World Space Week 2026, with Astronaut Pikachu taking center stage. French astronaut Sophie Adenot carried a Pikachu plush to the International Space Station from April 11 to June 17, where it spent 67 days in orbit and circled Earth roughly 1,040 times. The partnership will bring Pokémon-themed space exhibitions to ESA sites and museums across Europe, alongside exclusive merchandise and Pokémon GO activities featuring Astronaut Pikachu. World Space Week runs from October 4 to 10, while the exhibitions will continue into April 2027 for fans and families to explore.

Meta Blocks Virginia Woolf Play Ads As Feminism Triggers ‘Social Topics’ Filter

Digimaus — Tue, 22 Sep 2026 04:24:01 -0400

Meta has blocked paid Facebook and Instagram ads for Teatre Raval’s Barcelona production of Virginia Woolf’s A Room of One’s Own. The campaign was classified as involving social issues, elections or politics under Meta’s EU advertising restrictions, leaving the theater unsure whether references to feminism, Woolf or other language triggered the decision. While its organic posts remain online, Teatre Raval has refused to remove the production’s feminist themes simply to secure paid promotion. The episode raises questions about how broad advertising rules and automated moderation can affect cultural works whose themes overlap with issues Meta considers political or social.

Trump TV Goes Live With 24/7 Presidential Stream Amid Press Access Dispute

Trendvoyager — Tue, 22 Sep 2026 02:56:57 -0400

The White House has launched Trump TV, a 24/7 stream featuring President Donald Trump’s speeches, appearances and administration highlights. The channel arrives amid a dispute over White House press access after Trump revoked credentials for CNN, MS NOW and Politico, which have sued over their exclusion. Major television networks subsequently suspended pooled video coverage, leaving one White House event with little usable audio of Trump’s remarks. Trump TV instead offers White House-selected programming alongside existing administration videos. Its launch gives the administration a direct route to viewers while the legal battle over independent media access to the president continues.

IKEA Marks 30 Years Of Its Blue Bag By Showcasing FRAKTA’s Many Unofficial Uses

Orange — Mon, 21 Sep 2026 13:42:40 -0400

IKEA’s blue bag has apparently been moonlighting for 30 years. Its new campaign turns the strange, smart, and very real ways people reuse FRAKTA.

Viral Halloween Pumpkin Toy Leaves Parents Spooked By Its Suggestive Song

Trendvoyager — Mon, 21 Sep 2026 12:22:12 -0400

Jabberin’ Jack, an animated Halloween decoration from Mindscope Products, has gone viral after parents discovered suggestive lyrics in its song Wicked For One Night. A TikTok warning from a mother of three drew more than one million views and sparked debate over the pumpkin’s innuendo. Mindscope says Jabberin’ Jack is home décor, not a children’s toy, and confirmed the song will disappear from its 2027 model. Musician Peter McEvilley, who wrote the track in 2019, says its double meaning was intentional but never aimed at children. He also pushed back against speculation that the song was AI-generated.

Meta Faces Biometric Privacy Lawsuit Over Unreleased Smart Glasses Tech

Digimaus — Mon, 21 Sep 2026 11:08:59 -0400

Meta is facing a class-action lawsuit alleging it extracted biometric information from billions of Facebook and Instagram photos without notice or consent. Families in Illinois and California claim facial data was used to develop generative AI systems and NameTag, an unreleased facial-recognition feature designed for Meta’s Ray-Ban and Oakley smart glasses. The complaint alleges NameTag could compare faces captured by the glasses with stored faceprints. Meta denies the allegations, says the lawsuit is “without merit” and maintains that NameTag has not launched. The case brings Meta’s use of social-media photos for AI and wearable technology under renewed privacy scrutiny.

Marvel Reveals Your Superpower Based On Your Birth Month

Enter Stage Rite — Mon, 21 Sep 2026 08:15:39 -0400

Magic, telepathy, shapeshifting, or superspeed? Marvel has assigned every birth month a different ability, and the results may spark some birthday envy.

Ms Rachel Matches Macklemore’s $1M Gaza Aid Pledge Amid Ed Sheeran Tour Fallout

Trendvoyager — Mon, 21 Sep 2026 08:07:34 -0400

Ms Rachel has pledged $1 million to the Palestine Children’s Relief Fund, matching Macklemore’s donation following his removal from Ed Sheeran’s US Loop Tour. Macklemore committed his $1 million in net tour earnings to six organizations supporting Palestinians after controversy over his pro-Palestinian remarks at MetLife Stadium. Ms Rachel called on other wealthy celebrities to follow her lead, while Macklemore welcomed her support. Ed Sheeran and Gillette Stadium owner Robert Kraft later pledged $2 million each toward humanitarian aid in the region. Together, the four publicly announced commitments now total $6 million amid continued debate surrounding the tour.

Bolivia’s Tiny Wild Cat Mistaken For A House Pet Turns Out To Be A New Species

Trendvoyager — Mon, 21 Sep 2026 05:12:02 -0400

A tiny wild cat from Bolivia’s Yungas cloud forests has been identified as Leopardus tilcayo, or the tilcayo tiger cat, a distinct species previously mistaken for other felines. The discovery began with a kitten found beside a forest road and initially raised as a domestic pet. Genetic research later confirmed it belonged to a separate species that diverged from its closest relatives around 1.4 million years ago. Weighing roughly 3 pounds, the tilcayo is smaller than an average house cat. Only two individuals have been closely studied, leaving its population, behavior and conservation status largely unknown to researchers today.

AI Actor Tilly Norwood Glitches, Suddenly Starts Speaking Cantonese In Interview

Garth Gator — Mon, 21 Sep 2026 04:53:10 -0400

AI-generated actors, too, can lose the plot. Tilly Norwood’s latest interview took a strange turn that neither Piers Morgan nor Tom Conti seemed prepared for.

Canva Event Disrupted By Anti-AI Activist Decrying Data Centers & Societal Risks

Coloroscopio — Mon, 21 Sep 2026 04:42:35 -0400

Things got tense at Canva's AI Vision conference when an activist decided the conversation was missing a few rather uncomfortable questions.

Donald Trump Thinks AI Needs A New Name And Wants Your Vote

Innovabble — Mon, 21 Sep 2026 04:09:06 -0400

President Donald Trump wants a new name for artificial intelligence, arguing that the familiar term is “inaccurate, and very ineloquent.” He asked social media followers to choose among Superior Intelligence, Extreme Intelligence and Supreme Intelligence, turning his latest AI push into a public poll. The proposal comes as Trump continues to resist calls to slow AI development, while some technology leaders and lawmakers seek stronger safeguards. Trump has also announced plans to create an “AI Force” and appoint an AI czar, though details remain limited.

Charli XCX Turns Her ‘Playboy Bunny’ Era Into A Playboy Cover Moment

LemonPop — Mon, 21 Sep 2026 04:07:31 -0400

Charli XCX extends her “Playboy Bunny” era by becoming Playboy’s Fall 2026 cover star. Photographed in London by longtime collaborator Aidan Zamiri and styled by Chris Horan, the editorial places her in black lingerie, a hotel room and aboard a boat on the Thames. The issue includes an exclusive flexi-disc featuring “Playboy Bunny,” the B-side to her single “SS26.” In an accompanying conversation with Kylie Jenner, Charli discusses confidence, marriage and what makes an image sexy, arguing that truth, vulnerability and imperfection matter more than polish. The cover turns a song about creating an unforgettable symbol into a Playboy moment.

NikeSKIMS Taps Olympians Chloe Kim, Jutta Leerdam And More For Fall ’26

LemonPop — Mon, 21 Sep 2026 04:05:35 -0400

NikeSKIMS has enlisted four Olympians—snowboarder Chloe Kim, speed skater Jutta Leerdam, hurdler Anna Cockrell and swimmer Stephanie Au—to front its Fall 2026 Edit 01 campaign. The collection blends technical performance with body-conscious everyday styling, introducing a garment-washed Performance Cotton Blend that combines a soft, lived-in feel with Nike’s sweat-managing Dri-FIT technology. New silhouettes in Satin Shine and Studio Stretch join updated Matte, Stretch Knit, Airy, Weightless and Ribbed Seamless pieces. Spanning apparel, footwear and accessories in sizes XXS through 4X, the range promises extensive layering and mix-and-match possibilities. Edit 01 launched September 17 through Nike and SKIMS for women worldwide.

Princess Diana’s ‘Revenge Dress’ Goes On View Before Heading To Auction

Orange — Sat, 19 Sep 2026 11:17:40 -0400

One of Princess Diana’s most famous fashion statements is back in the spotlight, heading on an international tour before returning to auction for the first time in nearly 30 years.

Converse Apologizes For Sneaker Ad Following KKK & Lynching Comparisons

Garth Gator — Sat, 19 Sep 2026 10:43:43 -0400

Converse has taken down a campaign image after viewers said its shadows and suspended shoes recalled some of the darkest imagery in US racial history.

Disney Patents Ride Design That Lets Wheelchair Users Roll Directly Aboard

Enter Stage Rite — Sat, 19 Sep 2026 10:09:08 -0400

Disney is exploring a ride design that could let wheelchair and scooter users roll directly aboard without transferring out of their mobility devices.

King Charles Warns AI Leaders To Put Safeguards In Place Before It Is ‘Too Late’

Digimaus — Fri, 18 Sep 2026 13:11:40 -0400

King Charles III has urged AI leaders to establish safeguards as increasingly powerful systems raise questions about human control. Speaking at a September 17 summit at Dumfries House in Scotland, the King acknowledged artificial intelligence’s potential to improve and save lives while warning of “existential dangers” if the technology falls into the wrong hands. Representatives from Nvidia, Google DeepMind, OpenAI and Anthropic attended the gathering, which explored principles for responsible AI development. Charles asked whether sufficient controls could be established “before it is all too late,” arguing that AI should remain firmly in service of humanity.

US Recalls More Than 360,000 Children’s Toys Over Choking & Water-Bead Hazards

Trendinggity — Fri, 18 Sep 2026 09:08:32 -0400

Busy boards, fire truck activity toys, and squishy buns are among more than 360,000 products now under recall in the US.

1,700-Year-Old Fragment Of Homer’s ‘Odyssey’ Strangely Surfaces In Netherlands

Coloroscopio — Fri, 18 Sep 2026 08:32:52 -0400

A fourth-century piece of Homer’s ‘Odyssey’ has turned up in a Dutch university collection, preserving the moment Odysseus’ crew makes one very costly mistake.

American Girl Introduces 2027 ‘Girl Of The Year’ Doll Celebrating Its Home State

Orange — Fri, 18 Sep 2026 08:12:33 -0400

American Girl’s newest character is taking a page from the brand’s past while telling a very present-day story about confidence and finding your footing.

Merriam-Webster Adds 1,400 New Words As AI, Memes & Daily Life Reshape Language

Coloroscopio — Fri, 18 Sep 2026 07:47:27 -0400

“Vibe coding,” “looksmaxxing,” and “Sunday scaries” are officially dictionary material now. Merriam-Webster has added 1,400 new entries.

‘Street Fighter’ Popcorn Bucket Lets You Snack Out Of A Legendary Haircut

Garth Gator — Fri, 18 Sep 2026 07:23:53 -0400

Guile’s flat-top finally has a second job. AMC’s new ‘Street Fighter’ popcorn bucket doubles as a wearable version of his famous hair.

New Balance Sues Decathlon Over Logo Confusion On Running Shoes

Coloroscopio — Fri, 18 Sep 2026 06:53:06 -0400

New Balance says Decathlon’s shoe logo is stepping a little too close to its own signature “N,” and now the dispute is headed to court.

The New York Times Removes Line Saying Israelis ‘View Themselves’ As Victims

Trendinggity — Fri, 18 Sep 2026 06:09:04 -0400

The New York Times says an “editing error” led to disputed wording about Israelis and October 7.

Lenny Kravitz Brings Rock‑And‑Roll Swagger To Barbie As Its Newest ‘Kenbassador’

Trendvoyager — Fri, 18 Sep 2026 05:55:46 -0400

Lenny Kravitz has joined Barbie’s Kenbassadors Collection, becoming only the second man honored by Mattel after LeBron James. Released for Ken’s 65th anniversary, the $70 Barbie Signature doll recreates Kravitz’s unmistakable style with a bronze mesh tank, boot-cut jeans, studded belt, boots, sunglasses, locs and tattoos, including his tribute to his mother. Its wardrobe takes inspiration from clothing worn during his Blue Electric Light Tour. Kravitz called seeing himself as a doll “absolutely surreal,” recalling playing with Barbies, Kens and G.I. Joes as a child. The collectible brings his rock-star wardrobe from the stage to the Barbie shelf.

PETA Activists Strut Alongside H&M Models At London Fashion Week To Protest Wool

Trendinggity — Fri, 18 Sep 2026 05:43:46 -0400

onto H&M’s runway, with three unexpected walkers joining the catwalk during London Fashion Week.

Apple Fans Clash Over Who Bought The World’s First iPhone 18 Pro

Coloroscopio — Fri, 18 Sep 2026 05:21:38 -0400

The iPhone 18 Pro launch got competitive in Sydney, where early buyers argued over who really earned the first-in-the-world bragging rights.

Dolly Parton Posthumously Accepts ‘Lifetime Achievement Award’ In Surprise Video

Enter Stage Rite — Fri, 18 Sep 2026 04:59:04 -0400

Dolly Parton had one more message waiting for the stage. She appeared on screen to accept a Lifetime Achievement Award less than a month after her death, leaving the audience stunned.

Pokémon Card Conventions Face Backlash Over Puppies Offered For Trades

Trendvoyager — Thu, 17 Sep 2026 08:12:35 -0400

Pokémon card conventions are facing criticism after videos showed breeders offering French Bulldog puppies for cash or trades involving collectible cards. South Florida collector PICKLEQW33N livestreamed one encounter in which puppies were offered for $4,000 each or Pokémon cards. Separate footage from B&B Collectibles showed another breeder seeking cards or $10,000 for a puppy and claiming to bring dogs to collector conventions regularly. The incidents have raised concerns about animal welfare, impulse ownership and irresponsible breeding. Collectors are now calling on convention organizers to restrict live-animal sales and trades, arguing that puppies should never become bargaining chips for collectibles.

Drake Turns One Unforgettable Summer Into His Not‑So‑Short Film ‘FOMO’

LemonPop — Thu, 17 Sep 2026 08:09:16 -0400

Drake has released Fear of Missing Out, or FOMO, a self-financed “not-so-short film” documenting one extravagant summer. Described as “self-funded surrealism” and directed and scored by his inner circle, the project mixes personal footage, absurd humor and musical fragments. Scenes include Drake piloting a neon-green speedboat, exercising, wearing a Brat shirt and appearing alongside Sexyy Red, while narration contrasts a cautious life with one embracing risk and love. Drake framed the film as motivation to make calls, travel, create, pursue businesses and value trusted people. Released across YouTube, Spotify and Apple Music, FOMO also accompanied confirmation of a 2027 tour.

Burger King Gives Its Chicken Nuggets A Fashion Moment With ‘Le Nugguette’ Purse

Curatorious — Thu, 17 Sep 2026 08:05:59 -0400

Burger King has turned its revamped chicken nuggets into ‘Le Nugguette,’ a limited-edition micro-bag released during fashion season. Priced at $3.99, the same as a four-piece nugget order, the tiny accessory comes with a randomly selected charm inspired by one of four dipping sauces and a code redeemable for actual nuggets. Just 100 bags are released each day from September 12 through 16, with purchases limited to one per household. The unusual drop follows Burger King’s overhaul of its chicken nuggets after customers criticized the previous recipe, giving the menu update a deliberately playful fashion accessory of its own.

World’s Narrowest Drivable Car Can Squeeze Between Two Parked Vehicles

Coloroscopio — Thu, 17 Sep 2026 07:21:29 -0400

This Fiat Panda looks as though someone dragged the width slider almost all the way to zero.

PANTONE Adds 220+ New Colors As Bold, Expressive Design Takes Over

Orange — Thu, 17 Sep 2026 06:51:47 -0400

PANTONE’s palette just got a lot bigger. From pistachio green to moody purple, the Matching System now includes 224 new colors and nearly 9,000 shades overall.

Serena Williams Turns Years With Audemars Piguet Into Her Own Watch

Orange — Thu, 17 Sep 2026 06:23:14 -0400

Serena Williams has worn Audemars Piguet on court for years. Now she has helped design a Royal Oak of her own in white ceramic and pink mother-of-pearl.

KitchenAid Lights Up The Countertop With ‘Luminaire’ Series That Really Glows

Orange — Thu, 17 Sep 2026 06:01:49 -0400

The KitchenAid stand mixer is getting a glow-up. Luminaire adds a glowing fluted-glass bowl, textured Blue Peppercorn finish and polished details.

Ed Sheeran, Kraft Each Pledge $2M To Palestinian Relief After Macklemore Exit

Trendinggity — Thu, 17 Sep 2026 03:45:42 -0400

After Macklemore’s removal from the Loop Tour, the money is moving in a different direction: $1 million from the rapper and $2 million each from Ed Sheeran and Robert Kraft toward humanitarian relief.

JD Vance Calls ‘Emily In Paris’ The ‘Shakespeare Of Our Time’

Enter Stage Rite — Wed, 16 Sep 2026 07:55:54 -0400

JD Vance says ‘Emily in Paris’ is more than fashion and romance. He sees it as a critique of millennial decision-making, with one very endgame.