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Beats and Nike Debut First-Ever Collaboration With Limited-Edition Powerbeats Earbuds

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Beats and Nike Debut First-Ever Collaboration With Limited-Edition Powerbeats Earbuds

Variety.com and 5 more

Beats and Nike unveil a co-branded Powerbeats Pro 2 Nike Special Edition, marking Beats's first collaboration with another brand on hardware.
The Nike Swoosh on the right bud and Beats on the left highlight the co-branded design for the Powerbeats Pro 2 Nike Special Edition.
The edition goes on sale March 20, 2026, for $249 at Apple and Nike, with availability expanding to Nike.com and Apple.com.

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Reeves vows to stop UK tech from 'drifting abroad'

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technology1d ago

Reeves vows to stop UK tech from 'drifting abroad'

Bbc.co.uk and 2 more

UK aims to curb brain drain by boosting domestic investment and talent retention, aligning with a new growth plan and the reference emphasis on AI and quantum tech as growth levers.
A substantial £2.5 billion package targets quantum computing and artificial intelligence to accelerate UK tech growth, per Reeves' plan.
Reeves links the tech investment to closer EU ties and stronger regional powers as mechanisms to boost slower economic growth.
Conservatives criticise Reeves for signaling a Brexit reversal and for blaming others instead of owning economic failings.
Industry voices stress the UK remains a strong base for quantum computing, while acknowledging ongoing capital flight risk.
Reeves pledges the fastest AI adoption in the G7, underpinned by public investment in British tech.
The plan includes energy policy shifts, with North Sea projects amid global tensions shaping the broader growth strategy.
Reeves signals potential alignment with EU rules where advantageous, implying a post-Brexit reset in economic policy.
Reintegration into European energy markets is framed as a tool to curb energy prices in Reeves' growth strategy.
Labour critic Mel Stride warns Reeves' EU proximity could push Labour toward closer-EU plans, highlighting political contention over alignment.

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technology6h ago

A Quantum Leap for the Turing Award

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Charles Bennett and Gilles Brassard are Turing Award laureates for foundational work that established quantum information science and transformed secure communication.
Their 1979 Puerto Rico beach encounter sparked the collaboration that led to quantum money ideas and the birth of quantum cryptography.
Their collaboration combined Wiesner's quantum money concept with cryptographic techniques to form the core ideas behind BB84.
BB84, introduced in 1983, enables two parties to establish a secret key via quantum transmission without meeting in person and without relying on computational hardness assumptions.
Experimental demonstrations of quantum key distribution in Bennett and Brassard’s work evolved from a modest setup to long-distance (and later satellite-enabled) links.
Their 1993 work extended quantum information tools by showing how entanglement can teleport quantum states, a foundational resource for information processing.
Shor’s algorithm in 1994 underscored the urgency of quantum-based cryptography by threatening classical public-key schemes.
The Turing Award recognizes Bennett and Brassard alongside a broader surge of activity in quantum computing and cryptography.
Quanta emphasizes how Bennett and Brassard helped shape a culture at the fringe of physics and computer science that grew into a vibrant field.
The reference highlights quantum money’s origin and its link to counterfeiting resistance via quantum measurement disturbance.
The broader trajectory shows quantum information science maturing into a field with substantive impact on cryptography and computing.

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Joanna Stern Joins NBC News as Chief Technology Analyst, Will Also Run Her Own Creator Venture

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Joanna Stern Joins NBC News as Chief Technology Analyst, Will Also Run Her Own Creator Venture

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NBC News names Joanna Stern as Chief Tech Analyst and Contributing Correspondent, signaling a deepened collaboration with Stern as she pursues an independent media venture.
NBC will develop exclusive content formats and a cross-platform series with Stern, including AI in America, underscoring a creator-driven expansion.
The collaboration is framed as a new model of working with independent journalists to broaden engagement and reach across NBC platforms and subscriptions.
Stern will appear on NBC's Today show in her new role as part of NBC's creator-focused strategy rollout.
NBC emphasizes diversifying premium content via partnerships with high-profile independent voices to broaden reach and engagement.
Stern's background as an Emmy-winning technology journalist with WSJ and The Verge reinforces the credibility of NBC's tech and AI coverage ambitions.
NBC's memo notes Stern was inspired to deepen collaboration due to NBC News's reach and platform scale delivering trusted journalism to millions daily.
Stern's independent media venture will continue alongside NBC duties, reflecting NBC's creator-driven premium content model.
NBC intends Stern's work to meaningfully expand and strengthen coverage of consumer tech, AI, and emerging technologies across platforms.
The Hollywood Reporter frames Blumenstein's memo as a catalyst for integrating Stern into NBC's broader streaming and premium content ambitions.

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technology19m ago

The Google Pixel 10 is the brand's 'most competitive phone yet' — and it just hit a record-low price at Amazon

Techradar.com

The Google Pixel 10 has hit a new record-low price on Amazon at $549, down from $799.
The Pixel 10 features a 6.3-inch Actua display with up to 120Hz and a Tensor G5 processor.
Reviewers praise the Pixel 10's camera capabilities and AI features as strong but not overbearing.
Seven years of free features and updates are promised for long-term value.
The article frames the Pixel 10 as a strong option for buyers seeking iPhone-like quality at a lower price.
The Pixel 10’s battery life is highlighted as a strength in the review.
The device is positioned alongside current Pixel and Galaxy deals and comparisons.
The article discusses additional Pixel and Samsung Galaxy context and ongoing deals.
Pixel 10’s camera system includes a 48MP main sensor and 13MP ultra-wide.
The Pixel 10 is described as a ‘great all-rounder’ suitable for a clean Android experience.
The Pixel 10 review notes long-term AI tools integration and Gemini Live AI as positive features.

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Xbox Will Finally Let You Disable Quick Resume for Specific Games, Such as Online Titles That It Just Doesn't Play Nice With

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technology28m ago

Xbox Will Finally Let You Disable Quick Resume for Specific Games, Such as Online Titles That It Just Doesn't Play Nice With

Ign.com

Xbox adds a new setting to disable Quick Resume for specific games via Manage Quick Resume.
Microsoft plans broader system updates, including a wide range of system colors and expanded Home groups.
The updates come as part of a broader feature push under new leadership at Microsoft.
The Quick Resume toggle targets primarily online titles that can be unreliable with fast resume.
The feature is rolling out to Xbox Series X and Series S users via Insider program testing.
Xbox also plans to display profile badges in the Guide menu for easier recognition.
The updates follow Microsoft’s broader efforts to re-establish presence in the console space.
Microsoft’s gaming leadership shift is highlighted by Asha Sharma taking the helm.
The article notes a broader push of requested Xbox features ahead of continued updates.
IGN’s Tom Phillips reports the update as part of ongoing Xbox firmware changes.

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Video. China: Beijing AI and robotics expo highlights healthcare-focused smart robots

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technology24m ago

Video. China: Beijing AI and robotics expo highlights healthcare-focused smart robots

Euronews.com

Beijing's AI and robotics expo runs through March 20 at the China International Exhibition Center, with hundreds of exhibitors.
Healthcare-focused robots were showcased analyzing tongue images and pulse data for medical insights.
Exhibits included humanoid robots, quadrupeds, and underwater rescue devices demonstrating AI learning in action.
The expo underscores China’s push to embed AI in healthcare, manufacturing, and services amid global robotics competition.
Event organizers partnered with the Beijing Artificial Intelligence Society for the expo's orchestration.

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On the ground at PlayerUnknown's 2-day in-studio modjam where devs broke their own game

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technology24m ago

On the ground at PlayerUnknown's 2-day in-studio modjam where devs broke their own game

Pcgamer.com

Modjam at PlayerUnknown Productions gathered staff from across Europe to work on Prologue over two days.
Teams created a desert conversion and added new mechanics like sandstorm and a black hole.
The mod team designed a horror-focused mode where a Slenderman-like entity pursues players.
Brendan Greene framed Modjam as essential for testing open-source, communal metaverse concepts.
The team experimented with vehicle depictions and a shopping cart to push physics limits.
Developers presented their progress in a post-modjam studio showcase with potential future updates.
The desert and black hole mechanics were among the most notable in the two-day effort.
Modjam reflects a broader push to integrate modding and community input into Prologue's development path.
The Modjam demonstrated how in-person collaboration can spur rapid iteration across disciplines.

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'You would not believe the number of AI games in our inbox' says Tunic's publisher 'I am tired of seeing it'

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technology24m ago

'You would not believe the number of AI games in our inbox' says Tunic's publisher 'I am tired of seeing it'

Pcgamer.com

Finji says its inbox is filling up with AI-generated pitches and assets, illustrating a broader publisher fatigue toward genAI in games.
Finji updated its publishing contracts to allow termination if a developer uses AI without disclosure, signaling cautious publisher risk management.
Saltsman cautions that AI-based art and code are often incorrect or unoriginal, underscoring quality concerns in pitches.
Saltsman expresses a practical stance: avoid AI in games and prefer traditional development practices.
The report situates Finji among other industry voices critical of AI in art and game development.
Industry-wide debate includes Larian and Hooded Horse positions on GenAI art in official projects.
Publishers see AI's impact on creative processes as a key concern for the industry’s future.
Finji’s stance and comments were shared through a PC Gamer interview cited by BP.news.
PC Gamer’s coverage links AI-pitch gossip to broader industry reactions and policy shifts.
The piece situates AI in the context of ongoing debates about art quality and IP in gaming.

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Hundreds of Millions of iPhones Can Be Hacked With a New Tool Found in the Wild

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technology21m ago

Hundreds of Millions of iPhones Can Be Hacked With a New Tool Found in the Wild

Wired.com

DarkSword, a new iPhone hacking toolkit, was found in the wild and is capable of compromising iPhones visiting infected sites.
DarkSword targets many iPhones on iOS 18 and older, expanding the potential affected user base.
Researchers say DarkSword is a fileless tool that hijacks legitimate iPhone processes to steal data quickly and leave fewer traces.
DarkSword has appeared across several hacking groups, including Russian-backed espionage and cybercriminal networks.
Experts warn an open-access DarkSword code and exploit details could accelerate misuse.
Apple urges users to update iOS and enable Lockdown Mode for protection.
Security firms say the market for iPhone-exploit tools is growing, with brokers reselling techniques to various actors.
Researchers note the prevalence of iOS exploits amid broad global usage of older iPhones.
Experts emphasize updating devices and enabling Lockdown Mode as first lines of defense.
The DarkSword toolkit is linked to but distinct from the Coruna toolkit used by Russian spies.
The report underscores a trend toward more accessible iPhone exploits, increasing risk for everyday users.

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