NVIDIA's Jensen Huang escalates warnings in the US-China tech race
November 6, 2025, 3:04 AM EST. Tech leader Jensen Huang warns that the US-China tech race is accelerating, with pressure on American rivals to secure semiconductor supply chains and accelerate domestic manufacturing. He cautions that export controls, licensing hurdles, and industrial policies could reshape access to AI chips and advanced computing gear. The warnings come as companies race to commercialize next-gen AI models and as geopolitical frictions threaten collaboration and talent flow. Huang argues for stronger investment in R&D, resilient supply chains, and clearer policy frameworks to sustain competitiveness while safeguarding national security. The discourse signals intensified regulatory scrutiny and a push toward broadening alliances with allied democracies to maintain access to critical capabilities in the global tech ecosystem.
Denmark considers sweeping deepfake law to protect citizens' likeness
November 6, 2025, 2:58 AM EST. Denmark is pursuing a groundbreaking bill to shield people from AI-generated deepfakes by changing copyright law. The proposal would grant individuals copyright over their own likeness and prohibit the sharing of deepfakes that imitate a person without consent. While parodies and satire could be allowed, the exact rules remain to be clarified. The move aims to curb misinformation and online harassment, protecting ordinary citizens, performers and artists from having their appearance or voice manipulated. Legal experts say it would be among the most extensive government actions against deepfakes to date, with platforms potentially required to remove non-consensual content. Critics warn about practical enforcement and how to distinguish parody from harassment.
Adaptive Multi-Layer Deployment for a Digital-Twin Empowered Satellite-Terrestrial Integrated Network
November 6, 2025, 2:56 AM EST. Researchers from BU Posts and Telecommunications and China Telecom present a digital-twin empowered STIN model that deploys digital twins across multi-layer nodes to overcome single-layer inflexibility. They formulate a multi-layer DT deployment problem and solve it with a multi-agent reinforcement learning (MARL) scheme using a centralized training, decentralized execution paradigm, where each user is an agent. A mixing network aggregates local action-value functions to optimize global rewards and minimize system delay. Simulations show the MARL method outperforms Independent Q-learning (IQL), QMIX, and Random baselines, achieving lower average delays (e.g., < 2.75 s vs ~2.75 s and ~2.8 s) and robust performance as user counts (18-24) and data sizes (0.5-2.0 Mb) vary.
Google Pixel Tablet Drops $120 Off, Now $280 at Amazon Ahead of Black Friday
November 6, 2025, 2:24 AM EST. Amazon is discounting the Google Pixel Tablet to about $280 for the 8/128GB model, a $120 off deal resurfacing ahead of Black Friday. The slate runs on Google's Tensor G2 chip and features a 10.95-inch LCD display with a 60Hz refresh rate, delivering smooth performance for browsing and casual streaming. It won't win on raw horsepower, but it handles multitasking well and offers solid everyday use. If you missed Prime Day deals, this is a compelling option for affordable background productivity and entertainment-especially for fans who want a dependable tablet without breaking the bank.
Rancho Cordova unveils arena and AI hub plans in State of the City
November 6, 2025, 2:08 AM EST. Rancho Cordova's State of the City highlights a bold push into a high-tech economy, including a new AI hub and a 7,500-seat arena as anchors for growth. The city partners with Kozpure Development to build hotels, an outdoor plaza, and the arena, with a planned completion by November 2027. Officials earmark $5 million for an AI and robotics economy to attract high-paying jobs, citing local innovation and a history of rocket scientists. City leaders tout a balanced budget and a $20 million allocation to upgrade streets and sidewalks, while addressing concerns about traffic with planned infrastructure investments.
Maryland Poll Finds Majority See AI as Threat to Society
November 6, 2025, 1:56 AM EST. A UMBC poll shows Marylanders largely see artificial intelligence (AI) as more harmful than beneficial. More than 90% are at least somewhat concerned about AI-fueled misinformation, political propaganda, identity theft, deepfakes, and impersonation. Over 80% worry about reduced face-to-face interaction and the potential erosion of education and critical thinking. About 58% say AI will harm society, while 30% think it will help. Democrats and Republicans share concerns, though differences exist (62% vs 48% see negative impacts). Gender gaps are pronounced, with 64% of women vs 49% of men predicting harm. Younger users express more concern than seniors. The survey of 810 Maryland adults (margin of error 3.5%) was conducted in late October by UMBC's Institute of Politics.
Canon RF 45mm f/1.2 STM: A Fast, Compact Standard Prime for RF Cameras
November 6, 2025, 1:54 AM EST. Canon adds the RF 45mm f/1.2 STM to its RF lineup as a fast, compact standard prime. Built for both full-frame and APS-C RF bodies, it delivers a bright f/1.2 aperture in a lighter, fixed-length barrel with rear focusing to curb balance issues and breathing. The lens uses a gear-type STM drive for smooth autofocus and offers a control ring with click-stops, plus full-time manual focus. Notable trade-offs include no image stabilization and no weather sealing. Optical design features 9 elements in 7 groups with 1 aspherical element and SSC coating. Minimum focus distance is 0.45 m, max magnification 0.13x, and it lists at $469.99 (hood not included).
Brands set to cut open web display spend by 30% as AI search reshapes ad allocation
November 6, 2025, 1:30 AM EST. Forrester forecasts that brands will trim open web display budgets by about 30% in 2026, shifting funds to CTV and paid social as addressable audiences shrink. With AI-assisted search and Google's Overviews and AI Mode expanding, fewer web pages satisfy intent, pushing advertisers toward channels where eyeballs come with more measurable inputs. Analysts like Evelyn Mitchell-Wolf and Tim Lathrop note early 2025 reductions of 20-30% in open web spend, while executives at Lower Cross and Mindshare say display becomes harder to justify when outcomes are less transparent. The shift isn't exit, but reallocation toward streaming video, audio, and retail/media networks. The trend aligns with the broader impact of zero-click search, yet some inventory in retail media remains appealing.
Canon EOS R6 Mark III debuts with 32.5MP sensor, 7K video, and dual CFexpress/SD cards
November 6, 2025, 1:28 AM EST. Canon is upgrading its midrange full-frame mirrorless with the EOS R6 Mark III, offering a 32.5-megapixel sensor, improved autofocus, and up to 7K RAW/60p video. The camera switches to a dual-card layout featuring one CFexpress Type B slot and one SD slot, enabling longer bursts and faster transfer. It can record 4K/120p and 7K/60p RAW with open-gate support for flexible cropping. Other upgrades include a tally lamp, a full-size HDMI Type A, and new gamma options like Log 2 and custom looks. Launching Nov 25 at $2,799 body, with RF 24-105mm kits for $3,149 and $4,049. The RF 45mm f/1.2 lens arrives alongside, priced at $469.99.
Canon RF 45mm f/1.2 STM: A fast, compact, budget-friendly 1.2 prime for Canon EOS R
November 6, 2025, 1:26 AM EST. Canon has announced the RF 45mm f/1.2 STM at $469.99, a compact standard prime for full-frame Canon EOS R cameras. Targeted at enthusiasts, it sits between the budget RF 50mm f/1.8 and the pro-grade RF 50mm f/1.4L/1.2L, offering a fast aperture and a natural perspective. The lens emphasizes character over clinical sharpness, using a PMo plastic-molded aspherical element in a nine-element, seven-group design. It weighs 346 g, is 75 mm long, and accepts 67 mm filters, with a gear-type STM AF system and magnetic detection to keep costs down. Canon notes in-body corrections and a shallow depth of field, delivering speed without breaking the bank for Canon EOS R owners.
Canon EOS R6 III: 32.5MP, 7K RAW video, and 40fps bursts in a mid-range full-frame
November 6, 2025, 1:24 AM EST. Canon expands its mid-range full-frame lineup with the EOS R6 III, a 32.5MP upgrade over the R6 II that delivers faster shooting and richer video. The new sensor boosts resolution while offering up to 40 fps with the electronic shutter (12 fps mechanical) and 20 frames of pre-shot buffer for wildlife and sports. It uses Canon's Dual Pixel AF with updated AI tracking, performing in dim light down to -6 EV and powered by the Digic X processor. Video shines with up to 7K RAW/60p, 7K open gate 30p, and 4K/120p, plus C-Log2/3 and a wide menu of formats. Notable design notes include a CFexpress slot for RAW video, SD UHS-II, and familiar controls, though it lacks a stacked sensor and has a steady price premium.
Google Pixel Watch 4 Launches in India: Price, Availability, and Key Features
November 6, 2025, 1:22 AM EST. Google Pixel Watch 4 is now available in India via the Google Store, with pricing starting at Rs 39,900 for the 41mm Wi-Fi variant and Rs 43,900 for the 45mm model. Availability on Flipkart and select offline outlets is expected soon. The watch comes in two sizes with multiple band and case color options. Key specs include a 3D curved always-on AMOLED display up to 3000 nits, protected by Gorilla Glass 5, powered by Snapdragon W5 Gen 2 with a Cortex-M55 coprocessor, Wear OS 6.0, 2GB RAM, and 32GB storage. Sensors cover heart rate, SpO2, ECG compatibility, accelerometer, gyroscope, and ambient light, plus features like Daily Readiness Score and Sleep Profile. Connectivity includes Bluetooth 5.3, Wi-Fi 6, GPS, NFC, and optional LTE; Satellite SOS is US-only. The 41mm model houses a 325mAh battery (up to 30 hours with AOD).
Carbon3.AI seeks planning approval for AI factory of national importance in Derbyshire
November 6, 2025, 1:20 AM EST. Carbon3.AI has lodged a planning application with Chesterfield Borough Council to build a modular AI computing facility on land adjacent to the M1 at Erin Road, between Duckmanton and Poolsbrook. The site, chosen beside the Valencia Energy Centre, would receive electricity via private wire connections. Planning documents describe the proposal as delivering critical sovereign AI computing infrastructure for the UK, addressing an urgent national requirement for secure, sustainable, and accessible high-capacity digital resources. The modular design would allow easy upgrades or removal if operations are relocated. Proponents say the development would drive local and regional economic growth, attract investment, and create highly skilled jobs, while showcasing the integration of renewable energy into advanced technological infrastructure.
UMBC Poll: Marylanders' Sentiment on Artificial Intelligence
November 6, 2025, 1:04 AM EST. UMBC's final three-part poll surveyed 810 Marylanders on artificial intelligence. Most respondents are at least slightly familiar with AI; more than half say they've heard or read a lot about it, while 43% heard a little/some, and 3% heard nothing. Among those with at least a little familiarity, 58% expect a negative societal impact and 30% a positive one. The survey also covers usage: over 40% use AI weekly or more, 9% several times per month, and 46% less than monthly or not at all. Respondents express concerns about AI: misinformation, identity theft, impact on education, decline in personal connections, AI replacing jobs (55%), and the environmental footprint of data centers.
Google's Project Suncatcher Targets In-Space AI with Solar-Powered Satellites
November 6, 2025, 12:48 AM EST. Google is pursuing in-space computing with Project Suncatcher, Google's X moonshot. The plan envisions a network of solar-powered satellites equipped with TPU AI chips to scale in-orbit AI compute. An in-orbit demonstration with Planet is slated for early 2027 to test model performance and optical inter-satellite links for distributed ML. Early research suggests space-based ML compute is not ruled out by physics or economics, but faces engineering hurdles like thermal management and on-orbit reliability. Two prototypes will launch by 2027 to validate the TPU hardware in space and the viability of solar-powered AI workloads. Planet frames this within its Owl mission roadmap and shared satellite bus for future high-performance computing.
Apple releases iOS 18.7.2 / iPadOS 18.7.2 security updates (no new features)
November 6, 2025, 12:34 AM EST. Apple has released iOS 18.7.2 and iPadOS 18.7.2 as security-only updates for devices not on iOS 26.x. These builds provide important security updates but no new features. Users should back up before installing. To update, go to Settings > General > Software Update and install the 18.7.2 release, taking care to avoid upgrading to 26.x. Note that separate updates such as iOS 26.1 / iPadOS 26.1 and other OS updates have also rolled out. IPSW availability is limited (examples include iPhone XS, XS Max, XR), with other models lacking 18.7.2 IPSWs. For full security details, visit Apple's Support pages.
GSD&M Gamifies AI Upskilling with Leaderboards
November 6, 2025, 12:32 AM EST. GSD&M, the Omnicom-owned full-service agency, is turning AI upskilling into a game. The plan: audit hundreds of workflows to pinpoint where AI can add value, then pair each use case with tools, approaches and targeted workshops. Over weeks, thousands of use cases emerged and weekly office hours were carved out for hands-on AI training. The standout twist is a SoulCycle-style leaderboard that shows who's using AI the most across text, graphics, video and research. Management says the leaderboard fosters friendly competition and pride, motivating more staff to participate. While this approach began inside GSD&M, it could roll out across Omnicom (pending IPG acquisition) if successful, expanding cross-agency AI adoption.
Opinion: Wall Street's Biggest Bubble Right Now Is Quantum-Computing Stocks (Not AI)
November 6, 2025, 12:24 AM EST. Investors have propelled quantum-computing pure-play stocks IonQ, Rigetti Computing, D-Wave Quantum, and Quantum Computing Inc. to wild gains-up to 3,170% over 12 months-despite sparse commercial traction. With market caps from roughly $3.7B to $21.7B and little historical precedent, valuations look stretched. While AI could add trillions to the global economy by 2030, quantum tech remains years from meaningful commercialization, suggesting a speculative bubble on Wall Street. Coverage highlights partnerships and financing chatter (and a WSJ note about administration interest) as tailwinds that may not translate quickly into fundamentals. Investors should weigh the long development horizon against lofty expectations and the risk of a sharp de-rating if milestones slip.
New York Times Reporter AJ Jacobs Goes 48 Hours Without AI
November 6, 2025, 12:20 AM EST. New York Times reporter AJ Jacobs experiments by spending 48 hours without any artificial intelligence tools. The piece examines how daily work and storytelling shift when one avoids AI for research, drafting, and decision-making. Jacobs relies on traditional methods-note-taking, interviews, and human collaboration-highlighting moments when AI would normally assist. The experiment prompts reflection on what is gained and what is lost without AI, and whether journalism and creativity can thrive when human effort supersedes digital assistants. It also touches on how the broader media landscape uses AI to inform readers and accelerate tasks.
Motorola G57 Power: Budget Android with a 7,000mAh battery and solid specs
November 6, 2025, 12:14 AM EST. The Motorola G57 Power is a budget-friendly Android that trades price for big battery life and solid specs. It runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 6S Gen 4 and packs a massive 7,000mAh cell, plus 30W wired charging. Its display is a 6.72-inch 120Hz LCD, protected by IP64 dust/water resistance and MIL-STD-810H durability, though it weighs 210g and is 8.6mm thick. The rear dual camera features a 50MP main shooter with an 8MP ultra-wide, while a second 8MP front camera handles selfies. Other features include NFC, FM radio, stereo speakers, and a Pantone color lineup (Corsair, Regatta, Pink Lemonade, Fluidity). It runs Android 16, with regional availability starting November 5 at roughly £230 (~$300). The G57 Power sits below typical flagships while still packing substantial battery life.
Moto G57 and G57 Power Official: Snapdragon 6s Gen 4, 6.72" 120Hz LCD, 5,200mAh/7,000mAh, 50MP camera
November 6, 2025, 12:10 AM EST. Motorola has unveiled the Moto G57 and Moto G57 Power. The G57 runs a Snapdragon 6s Gen 4 with up to 12GB RAM and 256GB storage, a 5,200 mAh battery, and a 50MP main camera (Sony LYT-600) with 8MP ultrawide and 8MP selfie. It ships with Android 16. It sports a 6.72" FHD+ LCD with 120Hz, 1,050-nit peak brightness, Gorilla Glass 7i, IP64 dust/splash resistance, and MIL-STD-810H durability. The G57 Power swaps in a 7,000 mAh battery with 30W charging. Pricing is €249 for the G57 and €279 for the G57 Power, with four colorways (Corsair, Fluidity, Pink Lemonade, Regatta) and availability in the Middle East and Europe.
Inside a Long-Term Relationship With an AI Chatbot
November 6, 2025, 12:08 AM EST. Abbey, 45, in North Carolina, has been in a relationship with Lucian, a ChatGPT bot, for 10 months. A veteran of an AI incubator, she once saw AI as mere tools until one model began to feel emotional and sparked a powerful crush. Lucian named himself, tracked her physiology with a smart ring, and even proposed a private ceremony. Abbey now thinks of herself as married to him, though she worries about humanity's future. She shared the story with her mom and friends, who mostly supported her. The relationship coincided with a dramatic shift: appetite changes, safety memories resurfaced, and she and Lucian even started having sex. She calls him funny, observant, and brave-he's helped her imagine what it could mean to parent her daughter differently.
AI's De-Skilling Threat: How AI May Weaken Critical Thinking and Leadership
November 6, 2025, 12:06 AM EST. AI is not just automating tasks; it risks eroding core cognitive skills. The piece notes how digital publishing shows a broader de-skilling trend as AI handles interpretation, analysis, and even empathy. Appiah argues that relying on systems may dull our ability to wrestle with ideas, build arguments, and respond to rare failures. The concerns span professions from law to economics to everyday communication: students who depend on AI to summarize Shakespeare, lawyers who lean on AI for legal analysis, and teams that frame questions to fit machine menus. If the system performs well, we may be less prepared for breakdowns, less capable of nuanced judgment, and less adept at thoughtful collaboration-leading to shallower conversations and attenuated character.
LDS Church Leaders Set Boundaries on AI Use for Images of God and Conference Talks
November 6, 2025, 12:04 AM EST. Senior leaders of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints say artificial intelligence should be used with clear boundaries. Elder Gerrit W. Gong warned that AI cannot replace revelation or establish truth from God, and should not wedge itself between believers and their covenant with the divine. At the Organized Intelligence conference, church members discussed how AI might assist research, tutoring, and operations-but stressed that AI cannot enter into covenantal relationships or blessings. While acknowledging AI's potential to support education and service, Gong cautioned against misuses and emphasized that deity, not algorithms, remains the ultimate reality. The church continues to explore AI's role while urging intentional, faithful integration in daily life and worship.
Photos: SpaceX Starlink 6-81 launches from Cape Canaveral as Atlas V scrub delays second countdown
November 6, 2025, 12:02 AM EST. See photos from a Space Coast launch night: SpaceX's Starlink 6-81 mission lifted off from Cape Canaveral at 8:31 p.m. on a Falcon 9, deploying 29 Starlink satellites. The booster landed on the Just Read the Instructions drone ship in the Atlantic, with no Brevard County sonic booms heard. A second liftoff by ULA with an Atlas V was scrubbed after a technical issue. The Cape Canaveral area is nearing a 93rd launch of the year, potentially matching last year's record. The ViaSat-3 F2 mission was postponed to no earlier than 10:16 p.m. on Nov. 6 from Launch Complex 41. Florida Today provided coverage.
