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Tether’s African model supports 19 languages while running directly on local devices Tether removed 96% of low-quality training material before building AfriSLM EuroNano supports 90 translation directions while occupying only 36MB Tether AI Research has unveiled a new set of translation systems that work entirely offline, requiring no connection to any network. The release includes…

Meta’s glasses can no longer record if the capture LED is covered at any time, says independent test But the light is too hard to see if you’re not very close, says German data protection agency EU bodies recommend actively getting full consent from anyone recorded, not assuming it Detailed testing confirms that the Meta…

Microsoft has revealed a new Surface Pro 12-inch tablet and Surface Laptop 13-inch Both consumer devices are built around a 6-core Snapdragon X2 Plus processor They go on sale on October 13, 2026, starting at $1,149.99 for the Surface Pro and $1,199 for the Surface Laptop It seems like Microsoft might be getting its mojo…

You may have heard the rumors: camera-equipped earbuds are the next frontier for audio technology brands (including, we think, Apple), and Qualcomm’s new Snapdragon Sound Elite Gen 2 platform could be the catalyst that brings them to fruition. As Qualcomm’s “first premium audio platform purpose-built for personal AI,” the Sound Elite Gen 2 aims to…

Cybersecurity company OPSWAT found a login bypass and a crash bug in TP-Link’s Tapo C200 cameras TP-Link has extended that to include its C120 offering too Anyone on the same network could get admin access, live video, and recordings without requiring the owner’s credentials Security researchers at OPSWAT have detailed two high-severity flaws in TP-Link’s…

Designed as a home backup system, the Jackery HomePower 3600 Plus will keep your household running during an outage, while also providing portable power for RV trips and other situations where access to the grid is limited. Best for: Homeowners and RV owners looking for a lot of emergency backup power, or those expanding their…

Microsoft, UK police, and partners disrupted EvilTokens PhaaS, arresting two suspects and seizing 200+ domains/sites EvilTokens used AI to scale device‑code phishing, compromising 12,000 inboxes across 10,000 organizations globally Platform ran like a startup with subscriptions, dashboards, and AI‑driven targeting; US victims hit hardest Two people have been arrested, 50 websites were seized, and 150…

With memory prices soaring throughout 2026, upgrading your desktop PC has become increasingly expensive. Fortunately, there are still decent occasional discounts to be found, including this offer on the stylish white Corsair Vengeance 32GB DDR5 memory kit. Best for: Desktop PC owners who need 32GB of DDR5 RAM for demanding productivity, creative applications and extensive…

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Samsung AI fridges are failing in South Korea ahead of a national holiday It doesn’t just shut down the smart display, it stops them from keeping things cold A broken SmartThings update appears to be to blame, and engineers will visit affected customers to apply the necessary fix There is a case to be made…