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Quantum stocks are surging after the Trump administration's $2 billion investment in the sector

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Quantum stocks are surging after the Trump administration's $2 billion investment in the sector

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The Commerce Department will issue letters of intent with nine quantum firms, structuring minority, non-controlling Washington stakes.
IBM is slated to receive about $1 billion to establish a quantum foundry focused on superconducting wafers, boosting U.S. manufacturing capacity.
Market reactions were swift as Rigetti, D-Wave, and Infleqtion surged over 30%, adding nearly $4.9 billion in value in a single session.

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Apple to Broadcast MLS Game Shot Entirely on 15 iPhones, First Major Live Sports Event Captured Using Only Smartphones

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Apple to Broadcast MLS Game Shot Entirely on 15 iPhones, First Major Live Sports Event Captured Using Only Smartphones

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Apple TV will broadcast an MLS match shot entirely on iPhone 17 Pro devices, signaling a pioneering approach to pro sports production.
Fifteen iPhone 17 Pro units will be positioned around the venue to cover warmups, action, and goals for the LA Galaxy vs. Houston Dynamo match.
The late-evening MLS match will be shown entirely on iPhone 17 Pro devices, underscoring Apple TV’s tech-forward coverage of the league.

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Soundcore Liberty 5 Pro and Pro Max earbuds: First impressions, price, where to buy

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Soundcore Liberty 5 Pro and Pro Max earbuds: First impressions, price, where to buy

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The Thus AI chip boosts ANC performance and improves call clarity, delivering clearer voice pickup in noisy environments.
The Liberty 5 Pro Max external LCD touchscreen provides quick controls, letting users manage ANC and playback without a phone.
The Pro Max can record conversations with transcripts and identified speakers, processed by the Soundcore app for action items.

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Apple cofounder Steve Wozniak got cheers, not boos, after telling students they 'all have AI — actual intelligence'

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Apple cofounder Steve Wozniak got cheers, not boos, after telling students they 'all have AI — actual intelligence'

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Steve Wozniak drew applause from Grand Valley State graduates after saying, 'You have AI — actual intelligence.'
The remarks occurred during Grand Valley State University's May graduation ceremony, highlighting AI's foothold in new careers.
Wozniak urged graduates to think differently, a call tied to AI's rapid evolution and job market changes.
The coverage contrasts Wozniak's reception with other AI-forward speakers who were booed at other ceremonies.
The article frames AI as reshaping how employers evaluate candidates and structure roles.
Wozniak reflected on Apple experiences while offering guidance for career beginnings.
The piece notes AI-related remarks by other leaders drew boos, highlighting a mixed mood about AI at commencements.
The narrative connects AI to automation and potential layoffs in the near term.
The article profiles Lauren Edmonds, the Business Insider author covering AI and economics.
Overall, the report places Wozniak's reception in the context of a broader AI dialogue at graduation ceremonies.

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Meta settles first U.S. case over school costs tied to youth mental health, court filing shows

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Meta settles first U.S. case over school costs tied to youth mental health, court filing shows

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Meta reached a settlement in the first trial-ready case over costs tied to youth mental health, signaling a pivotal U.S. development in this wave of claims.
Breathitt County Schools said addictive design kept students hooked, fueling anxiety, depression and self-harm.
The suit sought over $60 million to cover mental-health costs and fund a 15-year program to address the issue.

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Pick up an $1100 discount on this RTX 5080-powered HP Omen Max gaming laptop — 32GB of DDR5 RAM and powerful Intel 275HX CPU help to crush the competition in-game

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Pick up an $1100 discount on this RTX 5080-powered HP Omen Max gaming laptop — 32GB of DDR5 RAM and powerful Intel 275HX CPU help to crush the competition in-game

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The main selling point of this HP laptop is the Nvidia GeForce RTX 5080 GPU that sits inside, a powerful mobile version that drives deal appeal for high-end gaming laptops.
Nvidia GeForce RTX 5080 GPU that sits inside is a key driver for deal value across laptop models, underscoring how powerful mobile GPUs shape savings.
The ABS Kaze II Aqua PC, with RTX 5070 Ti and 2TB NVMe SSD, shows strong 4K-ready performance at a sizeable discount across retailers.

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NYC’s budget is riding the AI boom. Levine warns it’s not ready for a bust

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NYC’s budget is riding the AI boom. Levine warns it’s not ready for a bust

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New York City faces AI-related revenue gaps, with officials urging fully funded reserves to weather uncertainty and protect essential services.
Moody's projections show bearish scenarios for city finances through 2030, underscoring the risk spectrum from AI disruption.
A three-to-five-year AI window puts urgency on action now, aligning with calls to shore up budget buffers amid disruption.

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Cambium Materials Launched Into Space

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Cambium supplied a high-temperature material for the USC Daybreak mission, delivering the boattail component after rapid specification-to-launch timing.
The Daybreak mission reached space from a Nevada site and was fully recovered after re-entry, according to Cambium and USC RPL.
Cambium described its approach as end‑to‑end, combining molecular design, development, certification, and fast manufacturing across regions.
Cambium co-founder Stephan Herrera framed the milestone as proof that hardware can move from design to delivery in days, not years.
USCRPL is presented as a leading student rocketry program focused on hands‑on propulsion research and space delivery.
The mission took place at a site in the Black Rock Desert in northern Nevada, with Daybreak reaching space and the payload bay extended for future science missions.
Cambium emphasizes defense and commercial innovation potential with secure, scalable domestic manufacturing.
The USC Rocket Propulsion Lab has a history of space-oriented student missions since Traveler IV in 2019.
Cambium positions its materials as enabling rapid delivery from concept to production across multiple sectors.
The release notes Cambium's partnership as a strategic move to push materials into space applications and research.

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Anker Soundcore just announced two new pairs of earbuds, which follow JBL's lead and put useful features on touchscreens on the outside — but actually the most interesting changes are inside and on the app

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Anker Soundcore just announced two new pairs of earbuds, which follow JBL's lead and put useful features on touchscreens on the outside — but actually the most interesting changes are inside and on the app

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The Liberty 5 Pro and Liberty 5 Pro Max use Anker's new Thus chipset, signaling a performance upgrade.
Both models include a touchscreen on the charging case for battery and feature control.
Eight microphones are built into the buds to improve call quality and noise cancellation.
Dolby Atmos spatial audio with head tracking is included.
An AI voice recorder feature is highlighted for note-taking.
VibeOS is introduced as a new app to control audio devices and features.
Prices are £149.99 for the Liberty 5 Pro and £199.99 for the Pro Max, global pricing TBC.
Anker positions the new buds as premium with advanced on-device controls.
Launch follows TechRadar coverage of similar premium earbuds and related accessories.
Anker emphasizes on-device AI and enhanced power efficiency as key benefits.

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Terminator-style tech gear could revolutionize hiking — California is its guinea pig

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Terminator-style tech gear could revolutionize hiking — California is its guinea pig

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California users are testing consumer exoskeletons like Hypershell’s X Ultra S for outdoor hiking and biking.
The X Ultra S includes a carbon-fiber frame and twin hip motors delivering up to 1,000 watts.
Boost mode can be activated via a companion app to speed uphill movement.
The device can typically run 18 miles per charge, with a backup battery pack extending range.
Tests noted increased stability on uneven terrain with proper fit and reduced assistance when needed.
The WSJ review observed a risk when disengaging the system, including a powered arm snapping back.
Even with assistive tech, users experienced sore calves after testing.
The Bay Area has become a hub for exosuit development in recent years.
Experts warn consumer exoskeletons pose safety and disengagement risks for outdoor use.
California consumers are being exposed to consumer robotics that blend fitness and cutting-edge tech.

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