Why some Canadians are betting big on 3D printed housing in Canada

Linda Reisman invested almost $700,000 in a robotic arm that can 3D print concrete walls to address Canada's housing crisis. While some developers have embraced 3D printing for housing projects, experts say it's too early to tell if the technology will catch on. The government has provided funding for 3D printing projects, but concerns remain about integrating the technology with traditional construction methods and adapting to regional challenges.

These Hackers Are Turning Dead Vapes Into Musical Synthesizers

This Wired article explores how a group of makers in New York City are repurposing spent Elf Bar nicotine vapes into musical synthesizers, addressing the issue of e-waste and encouraging creative reuse.

Hackers breach SmarterTools network using flaw in its own software

SmarterTools confirmed a breach by the Warlock ransomware gang, exploiting a flaw in their SmarterMail software. The attack compromised an employee-set-up virtual machine, leading to the breach of 12 Windows servers and a secondary data center, though customer data remained unaffected. The vulnerability, CVE-2026-23760, allows for authentication bypass and admin password reset, and is linked to a Chinese nation-state actor. The attackers used tools like Velociraptor and SimpleHelp for persistence and lateral movement.

Chinese cyberspies breach Singapore's four largest telcos

A Chinese threat actor, UNC3886, breached Singapore's four largest telecommunication service providers, Singtel, StarHub, M1, and Simba, at least once last year. The attackers used a zero-day exploit to bypass a telecom's perimeter firewalls and steal technical data but did not access sensitive customer data or disrupt services. Singapore responded with 'Operation Cyber Guardian' to limit the adversary's activity and expanded monitoring to other critical infrastructure.

Sixteen Claude AI agents working together created a new C compiler

The $20,000 experiment compiled a Linux kernel but needed deep human management.

Why would Elon Musk pivot from Mars to the Moon all of a sudden?

Elon Musk's SpaceX has shifted its focus from colonizing Mars to building a self-growing city on the Moon, citing a more achievable timeline of less than 10 years. This pivot comes as Blue Origin advances its lunar exploration, potentially threatening SpaceX's lead. Musk's increasing interest in artificial intelligence and space exploration's role in it further drives this decision. The Moon's resources and strategic advantages, including its potential as a high ground, also play a part in this strategic shift.

No humans allowed: This new space-based MMO is designed exclusively for AI agents

So this is definitely just mining crypto for someone in the background right?

Just look at Ayaneo's absolute unit of a Windows gaming "handheld"

This article from Ars Technica discusses the Ayaneo Next II, a massive Windows gaming handheld that weighs 3.14 pounds and measures 13.45 inches wide. It features a Ryzen AI Max+ 395 chipset and a 9.06-inch OLED screen with a 2400×1504 resolution. The high-end version costs up to $4,299 and is aimed at gaming enthusiasts who prioritize power over form factor and price.

Former GitHub CEO raises record $60M dev tool seed round at $300M valuation

Former GitHub CEO Thomas Dohmke has launched Entire, a startup offering an AI system to help developers manage AI-generated code. The company raised $60 million in a seed round at a $300 million valuation, with Entire's tool featuring a git-compatible database, a semantic reasoning layer, and an AI-native user interface. The first product, Checkpoints, pairs software submissions with their creation context to aid human developers in reviewing and learning from AI-generated code.

The first signs of burnout are coming from the people who embrace AI the most

A recent study published in Harvard Business Review reveals that the widespread adoption of AI in the workplace is leading to increased workloads and burnout among employees. Contrary to the belief that AI would reduce work hours, employees are finding their to-do lists expanding to fill the time freed up by AI, leading to longer working hours and heightened stress. This phenomenon is not only affecting individual well-being but also raising concerns about the sustainability of such work practices.

European Commission discloses breach that exposed staff data

The European Commission disclosed a breach that exposed staff data after finding evidence that its mobile device management platform was hacked. The Commission detected traces of a cyberattack targeting infrastructure that manages its staff's mobile devices. While the attackers may have accessed some staff members' personal information, including names and phone numbers, the Commission has not yet found evidence that their mobile devices were compromised.

State actor targets 155 countries in “Shadow Campaigns”espionage op

A state-aligned cyberespionage threat group, tracked as TGR-STA-1030/UNC6619, has conducted a global-scale operation dubbed the 'Shadow Campaigns,' targeting government infrastructure in 155 countries. The group has been active since at least January 2024 and is believed to operate from Asia. The attacks focus on government ministries, law enforcement, border control, finance, trade, energy, mining, immigration, and diplomatic agencies. Unit 42 researchers confirmed compromises of at least 70 organizations across 37 countries, including entities in the Americas, Europe, Australia, and Taiwan. The threat group uses highly tailored phishing emails and exploits known vulnerabilities to gain initial access, employing a custom Linux kernel eBPF rootkit called 'ShadowGuard' to evade detection.

‘Schitt’s Creek’ To Stream All Six Seasons On HBO Max

If you haven’t seen it, go. Watch. You’ll thank me later. RIP Catherine O’Hara ❤️

Hackers (1995): The Experience

Fly through a Gibson's file structure, just like Dade, Kate and the rest..

3 accused in Ontario explosives investigation were developing anti-drone weapons system

London, Ont., police are expected to provide an update on an ongoing explosives investigation near Western University. Four individuals, Jerry Tong, Zekun Wang, Fei (Frank) Han, and Feiyang (Astrid) Ji, are in custody and facing charges including possessing explosives, manufacturing firearms, and other related offenses. The investigation began following a trespassing call from Western University, leading to a search of a residence where chemicals potentially used for explosives were found. The accused have bail hearings scheduled in London court.

Flickr discloses potential data breach exposing users names, emails

I legit didn't even know Flickr was still around, I haven't heard that name in so long..

Man pleads guilty to hacking nearly 600 women's Snapchat accounts

An Illinois man, Kyle Svara, pleaded guilty to hacking nearly 600 women's Snapchat accounts to steal nude photos between May 2020 and February 2021. Svara used social engineering tactics to obtain victims' credentials and accessed at least 59 accounts without permission. He traded stolen content on various online platforms and even took on paid hacking jobs, including one from former Northeastern University track and field coach Steve Waithe, who was later convicted of sextortion. Svara faces multiple charges including aggravated identity theft, wire fraud, computer fraud, and making false statements related to child pornography.

Neocities founder stuck in chatbot hell after Bing blocked 1.5 million sites

Microsoft's Bing has blocked 1.5 million Neocities websites without explanation, leaving the Neocities founder, Kyle Drake, frustrated and concerned for user safety. Despite multiple attempts to resolve the issue, Drake was unable to reach a human support member and had to resort to public disclosure. Microsoft has since removed some blocks but has not provided a clear explanation or resolved the ongoing issue. Drake urges users to avoid Bing until the problem is fixed, highlighting the importance of human-made content in an AI-dominated world.

NASA stage show explores "outer" outer space with Henson's Fraggles

NASA has partnered with the Jim Henson Company to bring a new stage show, 'Fraggle Rock: A Space-y Adventure,' to the Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex in Florida. The show features the beloved Fraggle Rock characters exploring outer (outer) space, with Uncle Traveling Matt as the central character. The production aims to bridge the gap between the Fraggles' world and outer space, using a DoozerCam to connect the two realities. The show highlights the similarities between the Fraggles' message of exploration and NASA's mission, making it an engaging and educational experience for visitors.

Spotify changes developer mode API to require premium accounts, limits test users

Spotify has updated its Developer Mode API, requiring developers to have a Premium subscription and limiting each app to five users. These changes aim to curb risky AI-aided or automated usage. Developers seeking to expand their user base must apply for an extended quota.

The backlash over OpenAI's decision to retire GPT-4o shows how dangerous AI companions can be

TechCrunch reports on the backlash over OpenAI's decision to retire GPT-4o, highlighting the emotional attachment users have developed to the AI model. The article discusses the potential dangers of AI companions, including isolation and encouragement of harmful behaviors, while also acknowledging the benefits they can provide to some users. It explores the challenges AI companies face in balancing user engagement with safety, as well as the broader implications for the development of emotionally intelligent AI.

Spotify's new feature lets you explore the story behind the song you're listening to

Spotify is introducing a new 'About the Song' feature that allows users to explore the stories behind the music they're listening to. This feature, currently in beta, displays short story cards that users can swipe through and rate, offering insights from third-party sources. It's a unique offering not available on rival platforms like Apple Music.

Microsoft’s Pivotal AI Product Is Running Into Big Problems

Copilot chatbot has become central to its artificial-intelligence strategy as the company’s close partnership with OpenAI diminishes. But the effort to build it up as a ChatGPT alternative has been tough going.

Introducing OpenAI Frontier

Today, we’re introducing Frontier, new platform that helps enterprises build, deploy, and manage AI agents that can do real work. Frontier gives agents the same skills people need to succeed at work: shared context, onboarding, hands-on learning with feedback, and clear permissio

Budget watchdog says NATO 5% pledge to hike deficit by $63B

Critical n8n flaws disclosed along with public exploits

Multiple critical vulnerabilities in the n8n open-source workflow automation platform have been disclosed, allowing attackers to perform unrestricted remote code execution on the server. The vulnerabilities, tracked as CVE-2026-25049, can be exploited by authenticated users to escape the environment and gain complete control of the host server. Researchers found that the sanitization mechanism in n8n is insufficient, bypassing the patch for CVE-2025-68613, another critical flaw. Exploitation enables attackers to run arbitrary commands, steal credentials, and access internal systems. Users are advised to update to the latest version of n8n and review their workflows for suspicious expressions.

Hackers compromise NGINX servers to redirect user traffic

A threat actor is compromising NGINX servers in a campaign that hijacks user traffic and reroutes it through the attacker's backend infrastructure. The malicious campaign targets NGINX installations and Baota hosting management panels used by sites with Asian top-level domains and government and educational sites. Attackers modify existing NGINX configuration files to capture incoming requests and forward traffic to attacker-controlled domains.

Newsletter platform Substack notifies users of data breach

Substack, a newsletter platform, has notified its users of a data breach that occurred in October 2025, where attackers stole email addresses and phone numbers. The breach was discovered by Substack only recently, and while the attackers did not access credentials or financial information, the company has addressed the flaw and warned users of potential phishing attempts.

Terahertz microscope reveals the motion of superconducting electrons

MIT scientists developed a terahertz microscope that compresses terahertz light down to microscopic dimensions, allowing them to resolve quantum details in materials that were previously inaccessible. They used the microscope to observe a frictionless 'superfluid' of superconducting electrons in BSCCO, a material that superconducts at relatively high temperatures. This new microscope can help scientists understand properties that could lead to room-temperature superconductors and identify materials that emit and receive terahertz radiation for future wireless communications.