Gamers Hate Nvidia’s DLSS 5. Developers Aren’t Crazy About It, Either
Nvidia’s new AI upscaling gaming technology struck gamers as uncanny and off-putting. Developers don’t seem to like it, either, but it could be “the default” in a few years.
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Oregon School Cell Phone Ban: ‘Engaged Students, Joyful Teachers’
An anonymous reader quotes a repot from the Portland Tribune: There was plenty of uncertainty and debate about the effectiveness of a cell phone ban decreed (PDF) by executive order last summer. But at least in Estacada, the policy has earned two thumbs up, including approval from a “grumpy old teacher.” Jeff Mellema is a language arts teacher at Estacada High School. He has worked in the...
The Guardian view on meningitis in Kent: we must not take public health systems for granted | Editorial
This frightening outbreak is not yet over, and serves as a reminder of why plans to manage infectious diseases exist
The public health measures taken in response to this month’s meningitis outbreak in Kent so far appear to be working. Two young people have tragically died – one a sixth-former in Faversham, the other a student at the University of Kent. In the Canterbury area, where cases...
DOJ Charges Super Micro Co-Founder For Smuggling $2.5 Billion In Nvidia GPUs To China
Longtime Slashdot reader AmiMoJo shares a report from CNN: The co-founder of Super Micro Computer and two others were charged with diverting $2.5 billion worth of servers with Nvidia’s artificial intelligence chips to China, in violation of U.S. laws barring exports to that country without a license. Yih-Shyan Liaw, known as Wally; Ruei-Tsang Chang, known as Steven; and Ting-Wei Sun, known as...
This Compact Bose Soundbar Is $80 Off
Bose might be known for its noise-canceling headphones, but the brand’s soundbars are pretty solid too.
Chuck Norris Dies At 86
Longtime Slashdot reader SchroedingersCat writes: Chuck Norris, known for his roles in action films and as Texas Ranger Cordell Walker on the TV show “Walker, Texas Ranger,” passed away on March 19, leaving behind a legacy of inspiring millions around the world. He was 86. He became Internet phenomenon after “Chuck Norris Facts” went viral online with such wildly hyperbolic statements as,...
Kalshi Has Been Temporarily Banned in Nevada
A judge ordered Kalshi to immediately halt sports and election contracts in the state, intensifying a growing regulatory battle over prediction markets.
White House Unveils A.I. Policy Aimed at Blocking State Laws
The Trump administration on Friday released new guidelines for federal legislation on the technology, recommending some safeguards for children and consumer protections for energy costs.
Iran War Puts Global Energy Markets on the Brink of a Worst-Case Scenario
“This will be so, so, so, so, so bad,” one analyst says.
Luke Littler applies to trademark his face to combat AI fakes
The darts star’s image has been used legally on darts merchandise, snacks and fashion brands.
Amazon Plans Smartphone Comeback More Than a Decade After Fire Phone Flop
Amazon is reportedly developing a new AI-focused smartphone that doesn’t rely as heavily on traditional apps. “The phone is seen as a potential mobile personalization device that can sync with home voice assistant Alexa and serve as a conduit to Amazon customers throughout the day,” reports Reuters. From the report: As envisioned, the new phone’s personalization features would make buying from...
More! More! More! Tech Workers Max Out Their A.I. Use
At a number of companies, employees compete on leaderboards to show how much A.I. they’re using. They’re racking up big bills along the way.
Publisher cancels horror novel’s release over AI claims
Author Mia Ballard denies having used AI herself when writing the horror story Shy Girl.
Polymarket Says It Deals in Truth, but Its Social Feeds Are Filled With Falsehoods
A review of the betting market’s social media feeds found it has published hundreds of false and misleading posts.
As OpenClaw Enthusiasm Grips China, Kids and Retirees Alike Raise ‘Lobsters’
An anonymous reader quotes a report from Reuters: Fan Xinquan, a retired electronics worker in Beijing, has recently started raising a “lobster,” hoping that the AI agent he has been training can help organize his specialized industry knowledge better than chatbots like DeepSeek. “OpenClaw can actually help you accomplish many practical things,” the 60-year-old said at a recent event hosted by...
At Palantir’s Developer Conference, AI Is Built to Win Wars
As business soars, Palantir is doubling down on a vision of AI built for battlefield advantage—and attracting customers who agree.
Nasa’s Artemis II rocket begins slow crawl to launchpad in preparation for moon fly-by
Moon orbit program, preceding planned landing in 2028, has been delayed due to fuel leaks and clogged helium lines
For the second time this year, Nasa moved its moon rocket from the hangar out toward the launchpad on Friday in hopes of sending four astronauts on a lunar fly-around next month.
If the latest repairs work and everything else goes Nasa’s way, the Space Launch System could blast...
Kent meningitis outbreak may have peaked as UKHSA reports slowdown in cases
Experts continue to analyse strain of MenB to understand whether it has become more likely to spread or cause disease
The Kent meningitis outbreak may have reached its peak after only two new cases were reported by officials on Friday.
The UK Health and Security Agency said that as of 12.30pm on Thursday, there were 18 confirmed and 11 probable cases of meningitis linked to the Kent outbreak,...
How to play Aviator on Betway in South Africa
If you are curious about how to play Aviator on Betway, it helps to begin with a clear picture of how the game actually works, because once you understand the flow, everything else starts to feel intuitive. Aviator is a crash-style game where a small animated plane takes off while a multiplier steadily increases, where […]
What Is the Mines Game in Crypto Casinos? Blockchain Gaming Explained
Roughly 26% of all online gambling transactions are now processed in cryptocurrency, according to data tracked by gambling industry analysts — and a growing share of that activity flows into a deceptively simple game built around a grid of hidden explosives. The mines game crypto casino format has quietly become one of the most-played provably […]
Best Kids’ Bikes (2026): Woom, Prevelo, Guardian, and More
The WIRED Reviews team has kids, and we tested all types of kids’ bikes. Here are our top picks.