AI is taking over fantasy football
Fantasy football is becoming a proving ground for AI, but I can’t imagine letting it make my decisions. Where’s the fun in that?
Microsoft’s open source Dion optimizer aims to make huge AI models faster and cheaper to train
Microsoft has unveiled Dion, a new open-source optimizer that could make massive AI models faster and cheaper to train by using low rank orthonormal updates.
Gmail and Google Calendar arrive in ChatGPT, but will you trust it with your inbox?
Gmail, Google Calendar, and Google Contacts integration arrives in ChatGPT Pro with GPT-5, making life easier but raising privacy concerns.
CrossOver 25.1.0 fixes EA and Ubisoft launchers, improves Microsoft Office on Linux
The new CrossOver 25.1.0 release fixes launcher and controller issues, improves Steam stability, and enhances Microsoft Office support on Linux.
Wyze Duo Cam Pan delivers dual-lens 2K security for under $70
The Wyze Duo Cam Pan offers two 2K lenses, pan-and-tilt tracking, and full smart home integration for just $69.98.
Plugable TBT-UDM dock brings dual 4K display power to Macs and Windows laptops for under $200
Plugable’s TBT-UDM Thunderbolt 4 dock delivers dual 4K displays, 100W charging, and 13 ports for both Mac and Windows, priced under $200.
Linux Mint 22.2 Zara BETA now available for download
Linux Mint 22.2 ‘Zara’ beta delivers new features, visual changes, and fingerprint login ahead of its full LTS release, but testers should expect bugs.
Linux Foundation forces ‘woke’ inclusive language rules on developers
The Linux Foundation has updated its inclusive language guide, telling developers to replace common programming terms in what critics call “woke” word-policing.
Kubuntu Focus launches 18-inch Zr GEN 1 mobile Linux workstation with NVIDIA RTX 5090 GPU
Kubuntu Focus has unleashed the Zr GEN 1. It’s an 18-inch mobile workstation with up to an RTX 5090 GPU, massive RAM capacity, and ultra-fast PCIe 5.0 storage starting at $4,095.
Ford’s $30K electric pickup aims to reshape EV market and manufacturing
Ford is putting $5 billion into a new EV platform, a faster production system, and a midsize electric pickup. As a longtime Ford owner, I am excited to see the results.
Stony Brook launches New York’s first solar e-scooter and e-bike charging station to fight fire risks
Stony Brook University has installed New York’s first solar-powered e-scooter and e-bike charging station, tackling safety risks and promoting sustainability.
United States dominates AI in 2025, holding firm lead over global competition
The United States remains the top AI powerhouse in 2025 with unmatched computing capacity, but other nations are quickly stepping up their game.