Anthropic CEO calls Pentagon action retaliatory, punitive
February 28, 2026, 1:56 AM EST. Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei described the Pentagon's designation of the company as a supply-chain risk as "retaliatory and punitive" in an exclusive CBS News interview. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth had earlier labeled Anthropic a national-security risk, barring military contractors from doing business with the firm. The dispute centers on guardrails for Claude, the company's AI model, and its demand for limits on military use. Amodei said the move is unprecedented and stressed the firm seeks red lines to protect American values; he called disagreement with the government an American trait. President Trump's social-media post ordered a halt to federal use of Anthropic tech, with some agencies given six months to phase it out. In July 2025, the Pentagon awarded Anthropic a $200 million contract for AI capabilities.
5 Best Gadgets Gen Z Uses to Touch Grass Instead of Doom-Scrolling
February 28, 2026, 1:46 AM EST. Five gadgets aim to pull Gen Z away from doom-scrolling by offering single-purpose devices that reward tactile engagement. In a landscape where screens dominate, these objects resist attention-grabbing features and prioritize physical interaction. The concept Camera (1) imagines shooting as a hands-on ritual: pocket-sized, metal, with all the main controls on one edge-shutter, a circular glyph display-mode dial, and a thumb-reachable D-pad-plus a curved light strip that signals focus and recording. It follows Nothing's hardware-forward language, with a bead-blasted shell and subtle red accents. The device emphasizes twisting to frame and a satisfying shutter click, with no rear display to tempt scrolling. The Portable CD Cover Player centers album art as the listening experience, featuring a front-loading CD, built-in speaker, rechargeable battery, and a wall-mount option to display the art between sessions.
Path tracing converts skeptic as Nvidia DLSS 4 heightens fear in Resident Evil Requiem
February 28, 2026, 1:44 AM EST. An avid skeptic of path tracing becomes a convert after testing Resident Evil Requiem on Nvidia hardware. The reviewer notes path tracing delivers a generational leap: direct and indirect light bounce realistically, sharpening reflections, shadows and atmosphere, and boosting immersion and fear. DLSS 4 is required to enable the feature, with Nvidia's Ray Reconstruction AI further sharpening the image in real time. The piece contrasts older rasterization and basic ray tracing, noting path tracing handles multiple light bounces more comprehensively. Testing used two rigs: a custom build with an RTX 5080 at 4K and an RDY Element 9 Pro R07 with RTX 5060 Ti at 1440p, both maxed with path tracing on. The reviewer measures frametimes and latency, cautioning that frame generation can smooth visuals but alter perceived responsiveness.
OpenAI Reaches Deal To Deploy AI Models On U.S. Department Of Defense Classified Network
February 28, 2026, 1:42 AM EST. OpenAI said on Friday it has reached an agreement with the U.S. Department of Defense to deploy its AI models on the department's classified cloud networks. Sam Altman, the company's chief executive, announced the deal in a post on X, saying the interaction with the DoD showed a shared commitment to safety and productive partnership. The announcement follows broad debate about AI's impact on society; Senator Bernie Sanders warned the public remains unprepared for the technology's potential. Officials emphasized safeguards and oversight for sensitive military applications. The arrangement signals growing collaboration between defense agencies and civilian AI developers, amid questions about ethics, security, and access to classified data.
Rocket Lab to launch HASTE hypersonic test rocket from Wallops on Wednesday
February 28, 2026, 1:28 AM EST. Rocket Lab plans to launch its HASTEhypersonic test vehicle from NASA's Wallops Flight Facility on Wednesday afternoon. The window runs from about 3 p.m. to 6:45 p.m. Eastern, from Launch Complex 2. The mission, dubbed 'That's Not A Knife,' uses the HASTE booster, a modified Electron launcher. On board is DART AE, a 660-pound experimental craft built by Hypersonix; the 10-foot vehicle is powered by a 3D-printed hydrogen-fueled scramjet. After reaching hypersonic speeds, DART AE will separate and test maneuvering, acceleration, and engine performance over up to 620 miles. HASTE stands about 60 feet tall and can carry up to 1500 pounds on suborbital flights. This is the rocket's first mission of 2026 and its seventh overall.
Nvidia's Vera Rubin promises 10x efficiency per watt, ships H2 2026
February 28, 2026, 1:26 AM EST. CNBC previews Vera Rubin, Nvidia's next AI system due to ship in H2 2026. Nvidia says Vera Rubin will consume about twice the power of Grace Blackwell but deliver 10x the performance per watt, addressing AI energy challenges. The system comprises about 1.3 million components, including 72 Rubin GPUs and 36 Vera CPUs, sourced from more than 80 suppliers across 20 countries. The project faces a global memory shortage and rising costs, challenging the supply chain. Nvidia remains dominant in AI silicon but faces competition from AMD, Broadcom, and Google's tensor processors. Vera Rubin is slated for the second half of 2026, following Grace Blackwell's 2024 production. Nvidia also aims to expand U.S. AI infrastructure manufacturing through 2029, including Blackwell GPUs at TSMC's Arizona fabs.
Google's Nano Banana 2 adds faster image generation to Gemini, with Nano Banana Pro still available
February 28, 2026, 1:12 AM EST. Google's Nano Banana 2 is rolling out to all Gemini users, replacing Nano Banana Pro as the default for most image tasks. Officially named Gemini 3.1 Flash Image, the update fuses the original Nano Banana and Pro, delivering faster generation while keeping Pro available for higher-fidelity work. The model inherits Nano Banana Pro capabilities-real-time information like weather, legible text, subject consistency, and fine control over aspect ratio and resolution. Free users get 20 images/day; AI Plus offers 50; AI Pro 100; AI Ultra 1,000, though limits can change with demand. Outputs will bear SynthID tags to mark AI-made content. In practice, Nano Banana 2 replaces Nano Banana Pro in most Gemini surfaces, including Google Lens and AI Mode, while Pro remains for tasks requiring maximum factual accuracy.
SpaceX Falcon 9 reentry leaves 30 kilograms of lithium in upper atmosphere, study finds
February 28, 2026, 1:10 AM EST. A LiDAR study traced a 30-kilogram lithium plume from SpaceX's February 20, 2025 Falcon 9 reentry, far exceeding typical daily deposition. German researchers monitored the event and say it could disturb atmospheric aerosols that help moderate climate. Published in Communications Earth & Environment, the work highlights how spaceflight debris may affect the 80-120 kilometer layer-too high for balloons, too low for satellites. Robin Wing of the Leibniz Institute notes the finding signals a new line of inquiry about lithium, aluminium oxides and their interactions with the ozone. The study adds to growing concerns that rising space traffic will alter upper-atmosphere chemistry, with implications for climate processes and ozone-layer dynamics.
Amazon weekend deals cut prices on Shark vacuum, tire inflator and more
February 28, 2026, 1:08 AM EST. Amazon's weekend sale spans home, tech and style, delivering steep discounts across coveted gear. A cordless Shark vacuum is listed at $200, down from $350, while a five-outlet surge protector goes for $10. A portable tire inflator is cut by about 91% from its $199 price. Other highlights include a 160-piece first aid kit for $18 and a compact Keurig K-Mini for space-saving mornings. A stainless-steel grooming kit drops to $8, and a Westinghouse power washer is listed at its original $399 price. Deals are framed as weekend promos, with prices changing as stock moves. Check Amazon's listings for the latest, as spring cleaning and outdoor upgrades heat up.
Amazon Renewed 1TB iPhone 16 Pro Max at $949, $320 below Apple Refurbished price
February 28, 2026, 12:56 AM EST. Amazon is selling a 1TB iPhone 16 Pro Max via its Premium Renewed program for $949, shipped. The same model launched at $1,599, and Apple's official Refurbished Store lists a 1TB 16 Pro Max at $1,269, about $320 more than Amazon. Buyers get an unlocked unit with a battery at least 80% of new, inspected and tested by Amazon-qualified suppliers, and a 365-day refund/replacement window. The product may arrive in generic packaging and lacks original accessories, and is not Apple certified. Direct from Apple remains the most reliable source, but the Amazon Renewed option offers a price-advantaged path for those seeking big storage at lower upfront cost.
Anthropic CEO draws red lines for AI military use, cites American values
February 28, 2026, 12:54 AM EST. Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei told CBS News in an exclusive interview that the company would draw red lines on how governments can use its artificial intelligence (AI) technology. He said crossing those lines would be contrary to American values and that the company wants to stand up for those values. Amodei added that disagreeing with the government is the most American thing in the world. The remarks outline a policy stance as AI developers weigh military use and government access to advanced systems.
OpenAI wins Pentagon access after Anthropic dispute over surveillance and autonomous weapons
February 28, 2026, 12:52 AM EST. OpenAI has agreed to deploy its AI models on the Defense Department's classified network, after rivals at Anthropic faced a high-stakes split over surveillance and autonomous Weapons concerns. CEO Sam Altman said the agreement reflects OpenAI's principles against domestic mass surveillance and the human responsibility for force, and that safeguards were built into the deployment. OpenAI did not say whether the deal replaces Anthropic's work. The Pentagon had earlier declared Anthropic a supply-chain risk and set a six-month window to shift providers, a move Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth framed as protecting warfighters from tech-driven risk. Anthropic maintains its products must not enable mass surveillance or fully autonomous strikes. The episode widens frictions between the administration and Anthropic as OpenAI presses forward with government work.
Block stock jumps on AI-driven workforce overhaul
February 28, 2026, 12:42 AM EST. Block shares jumped more than 16% after the fintech group said it would nearly halve its workforce as part of an AI-driven overhaul. The move underscores how AI adoption is reshaping payrolls and profits. CEO Jack Dorsey has warned many companies are late to realize AI's potential. Analysts note the plan could lift margins even as near-term risks remain. Block guided for a 2026 adjusted operating margin of about 26%, up from 20% in 2025. The workforce climbed from roughly 3,800 in 2019 to over 10,000 in 2025. JPMorgan notes the reduction brings headcount back toward pandemic-era levels and improves gross profit per employee compared with peers such as Visa. Goldman Sachs economists say AI contributed to a 5,000-10,000 hit to monthly job growth in exposed industries in 2025.
Save $400 on Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra with a $200 Amazon gift card
February 28, 2026, 12:40 AM EST. Mashable reports that the brand-new Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra with 512GB is priced at $1,299.99 as of Feb. 27, 2026, and includes a $200 Amazon gift card. The bundle yields $400 in total value: $200 off the list price plus the free gift card. The phone has only been available for two days, and pricing and availability can change after publication. The offer is presented via affiliate links and may be limited by stock. Consumers should verify terms at checkout.
Rigetti Computing: Five-year outlook mixes breakthroughs with dilution risk
February 28, 2026, 12:38 AM EST. Rigetti Computing's stock has collapsed from above $58 to about $17 as investors question its sky-high valuation. Delays to Cepheus-1-108Q and a setback in a key government program underline execution risk. Proponents cite Nvidia partnerships and other government ties as signs of momentum, but turning potential into revenue remains the hurdle. The company sits on more than $450 million in cash, a runway of roughly five years at current burn, yet rising expenses and a likely need for new capital could dilute shareholders. The most likely five-year path sees ongoing breakthroughs but commercial quantum computing still around the corner, with revenue growth limited and competition from Alphabet, IBM, and Microsoft looming. The author notes substantial uncertainty about timing.
Motorola Edge 70 Fusion Plus rumored with 1.5K curved display and upgraded cameras
February 28, 2026, 12:36 AM EST. Motorola is tipped to launch a Plus variant of the Edge 70 Fusion ahead of an expected March 2 reveal. Leaked renders from YTECHB show four colors – Pantone Blue Surf, Orient Blue, Sporting Green and Silhouette – with a nylon-/linen-inspired back and a 6.78-inch display. The Edge 70 Fusion Plus reportedly switches to a 1.5K quad-curved AMOLED panel at 144 Hz while mirroring the base model's look. Camera upgrades are the standout: the selfie sensor rises from 32 MP to 50 MP and the ultrawide from 13 MP to 50 MP; the main remains 50 MP. Other specs align with the base: Snapdragon 7s Gen 4, 8/12 GB RAM, 128/256 GB storage, a 7,000 mAh battery and up to 68 W charging. Competition grows as Google, Apple and Nothing prep mid-range devices.
Chinese scientists claim electrolyte could double lithium battery energy density, boosting EV range
February 28, 2026, 12:34 AM EST. Researchers from Nankai University and the Shanghai Institute of Space Power Sources say an electrolyte used in liquid lithium batteries boosted energy density to 700 Wh/kg in lab tests, roughly double the current 350 Wh/kg ceiling for common chemistries such as lithium iron phosphate and ternary lithium. The work, published in Nature, suggests electric vehicles (EVs) with today's ranges around 500 km could exceed 1,000 km per charge without larger packs. CCTV and the researchers frame the finding as a practical step toward better cold-weather performance and longer trips, though real-world validation and safety testing remain. Industry experts caution that lab results often diverge from road conditions, and commercial adoption will hinge on scalable manufacturing and robust safety measures.
Galaxy S26 Ultra pre-order discounts stack with PAYPAL50; extra $50 off through March 10
February 28, 2026, 12:32 AM EST. Samsung's Galaxy S26 Ultra and siblings enter pre-orders with stacked savings. Buyers can grab an extra $50 off any model using the coupon code PAYPAL50 and paying with PayPal. The offer runs through March 10, with immediate $50 credit at checkout and stacking with trade-ins, student discounts, and other promos. For example, trading in an older device like the Galaxy Note 20 Ultra can cut the price markedly, while Samsung's $90 student discount remains available to eligible college users. Links in coverage add a $30 credit at checkout for accessories or Samsung Care+. The hands-on feedback on the Galaxy S26 Ultra highlights a refined design and Samsung's new Privacy Display. Deals end around launch on March 11.
Trump orders halt to Anthropic technology amid AI ethics dispute
February 28, 2026, 12:30 AM EST. President Donald Trump orders all federal agencies to cease using Anthropic technology amid a public clash over AI safety. The Pentagon and Anthropic failed to reach a deal before Friday's deadline, with the department pressing for looser ethical guidelines. An hour before the deadline, Trump criticized Anthropic on Truth Social. OpenAI chief Sam Altman announced a Pentagon deal to supply AI to classified networks, with the same safety red lines-domestic mass surveillance ban and human oversight of force-including autonomous weapons-written into the agreement. After the deadline, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth designated Anthropic a national security supply-chain risk, barring contractors from doing business and delaying commercial activity. The GSA also cut contracts, though talks toward a broader settlement or alternative providers remain.
Block cuts about 40% of its workforce as Dorsey cites AI tools reshaping business
February 28, 2026, 12:28 AM EST. Block said it will cut about 40% of its workforce, trimming headcount from over 10,000 to just under 6,000, as CEO Jack Dorsey argues AI-driven intelligence tools have fundamentally changed how to build and run a company. He told investors on the earnings call that the change is broad and likely to affect peers within a year. The stock jumped more than 25% in after-hours trading and closed higher Friday after results that topped estimates. Block forecast a full-year outlook above consensus. Morgan Stanley lifted Block to overweight; Goldman Sachs raised its price target; Wells Fargo kept a buy rating. The company sees restructuring costs of $450-500 million, largely in Q1, with most cuts by mid-year. Dorsey warned that repeated rounds of cuts erode morale and trust.
OpenAI lands Pentagon deal on AI in military systems as Anthropic faces supply chain risk ban
February 28, 2026, 12:24 AM EST. OpenAI CEO Sam Altman said the company struck a deal with the Pentagon to deploy its AI tools in the military's classified systems, with guardrails similar to those Anthropic requested. The move comes the same day President Trump ordered federal agencies to stop using Anthropic's AI tools, and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth labeled the company a "supply chain risk" amid disputes over autonomous weapons and mass surveillance. Altman said the DoW agreed to prohibitions on domestic mass surveillance and on human responsibility for the use of force, and to deploy technical safeguards-part of the AI safety framework. He also said OpenAI would send forward deployed engineers to the Pentagon. Anthropic plans to legally challenge the designation; if upheld, it would require contractors to prove their military work does not touch Anthropic. CNN sought clarifications.
Pentagon designates Anthropic as supply chain risk amid AI dispute with DoD
February 28, 2026, 12:22 AM EST. Anthropic denounced a Pentagon move to designate the AI vendor as a Supply Chain Risk to National Security after weeks of talks over two carve-outs for Claude – mass domestic surveillance and fully autonomous weapons. The Pentagon, led by Secretary Pete Hegseth, said the designation targets DoD contracts and follows President Donald Trump's order to phase out Anthropic tech within six months. Hegseth also told contractors and partners to end any commercial activity with Anthropic. Anthropic called the action legally unsound and warned it would set a dangerous precedent; it argues its model Claude should be used only for lawful activities and that the DoW's stance would remove safeguards in an AI-first warfighting push. The company noted the designation under 10 USC 3252 applies only to DoD contracts, not to other customers.
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An app is making the rounds that turns the standard Android notification shade into a kind of productivity command center, shifting its role from simple alerts to a hub for tackling tasks.
February 28, 2026, 12:04 AM EST. According to one user, a single app can flip the Android notification tray into a full-blown productivity hub, bypassing the hassle of jumping between multiple apps. The trick? Customizable Quick Settings tiles—those shortcuts you hit right from the pull-down menu. Google’s latest Android tweaks have made rearranging these tiles more straightforward, especially on devices like the Pixel 10 Pro. The goal: preserve the existing UI while letting people reach tasks, tools, or messages in fewer taps. Developers now have options to create actionable tiles, and each platform update pushes notification workflow integration even further. Not everyone’s convinced, though. Critics point out that too many tiles risk clutter, and enabling them all raises privacy flags. Still, the movement toward more task control in notifications is unmistakable.
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