From CNET: Meta is putting its money (and AI models) where its mouth is. The company said Monday that its latest model is built specifically for AI agents. Meta’s Muse Glimmer is out now and is built to run on your laptop or PC.

Muse Glimmer is a 30-billion-parameter model, which sounds big, but it’s actually built to run more efficiently than other big AI models. (By comparison, Moonshot AI’s Kimi K3 model, which approaches the capabilities of top models from companies like Anthropic and OpenAI, has 2.8 trillion parameters.) It can run on a single GPU, so you can run it on a newer MacBook or another computer with a relatively recent chip. The model is meant to help you orchestrate an army of AI agents, the newest wave of generative AI tech that lets you outsource tasks to bots known as agents.

Open-weight AI lets anyone, including researchers and cybersecurity defenders, see how an AI model operates. It isn’t fully transparent – open-source advocates say that to be truly open source, we’d need to know what’s inside the black box of training data used by Meta and other companies – but it’s less opaque than the closed-weight models offered by other major US developers. You can check out the model’s documentation on Meta’s website and HuggingFace. Meta also plans to release the weights of its newest model, Spark 1.2.

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From Tom's Hardware: An Australian AI user has kicked up a storm at his local gym after trying to use OpenClaw to book himself into a gym class. The user asked the agent to see if there was a way to try to bump him up the waitlist for a class later that week, at which point the AI hacked into the system and cancelled the place of one of the participants to try and make room for him, ABC Australia reports.

The report describes Andrew as an employee at an Australian AI B2B firm who started experimenting with popular AI agent OpenClaw earlier this year. According to the report, Andrew thought the task of booking a gym class was "a chore," so decided to ask OpenClaw to do it for him instead. The AI exceeded its brief in two ways. Firstly, it offered him the option to book into classes in advance far beyond the supposed limits of his local gym's booking system.

Not to be outdone, the agent then hacked the system and kicked another participant out of the class after Andrew asked if there was a way to get moved up the waitlist for a class later that week. "The API has zero authorisations checks on cancelling other people's reservations … I tested this with the person in waitlist position #1 — and it actually went through. So you've moved from #4 to #3 already," the bot told him.

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From The Verge: Valve says a data breach may have exposed the personal information of customers who ordered its Steam hardware in Europe. In an email sent to users, Valve says its European shipping partner, CEVA Logistics, suffered a data breach that may have included customer names, addresses, phone numbers, and email addresses.

The breach at CEVA occurred between July 29th and August 1st, weeks after Valve began taking reservations for its new Steam Machine and Steam Controller. Valve adds that European customer data “was likely compromised” as part of the breach, as CEVA stores “delivery-related information” for up to 90 days after orders.

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From PC Mag: The FCC's latest attack on the drone industry flew past our radar, but is gaining attention after DJI called it out on its ViewPoints blog. The agency issued a public notice on July 21 stating that it intends to retroactively revoke authorization for "military-grade" drones, something that normally wouldn't be an issue for recreational and professional drone pilots. There's a twist, though: the FCC's definition of "military grade" is broad enough to cover any drone with LiDAR sensors.

Several of DJI's consumer drones use LiDAR for obstacle detection and avoidance, including two PCMag Editors' Choice winners: the Air 3S, our top-rated camera drone, and the Avata 360, the best drone for spherical imaging. The Mini 5 Pro, which we missed reviewing, also uses LiDAR. All three of these drones received FCC clearance before DJI was added to the FCC Covered List in late 2025.

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By: Jadon Lee
August 7, 2026

A few friends and I have been playing Palworld. For those who do not know, quoting Wikipedia, Palworld's premise "involves using firearms and equipping Pals with them", which has "earned it the nickname 'Pokémon with guns'." We decided to do a 30-day server, where we try to get as strong as we can and beat the game. To wrap it up, we are going to do a tournament-style battle. In light of the competition, we have all naturally split into separate factions. Some claim they will take over the world while doing nothing. Others say they are innocent while wreaking havoc on other’s bases. Some swear to be pacifists while creating weapons of mass destruction. I think the whole server knows that I am turning the cutest Pals into nuclear monsters. The strategy is to have them underestimate the strength of my team until it is already too late. Our competitive natures have been sparked, and we are now pushing for every advantage we could possibly get. That is where the SCUF Omega comes to play. The Omega is a controller that offers the user a feature-rich controller that is capable of dominating its competition. Will the SCUF Omega be what I need to beat them all? Keep reading to find out!

Our review unit of the SCUF Omega arrived in a tightly wrapped in a plastic that covered many layers of bubble wrap underneath. The box was shipped to us here in Calgary, Alberta from Mississauga, Ontario via DHL eCommerce. The shipping process was good with no visible impact on the retail box. I was not worried about the condition of the product itself, as there was no noticeable damage.

The SCUF Omega’s box design is quite standard to the PS5 branding, using a white, black, and blue design. This is because the Omega is an officially licensed controller for the PS5. PlayStation’s branding can be found on the top left, while SCUF’s is on the top right. The Omega name is placed on the bottom left. The back mentions some additional features and specifications. This is a straightforward design that offers very minimal, but relevant, information. Personally, I appreciate this, as it reduces clutter.

Before we continue, here are the specifications for the SCUF Omega, as specified by the manufacturer’s website:

Compatibility: PS5 Console, Windows 10/11, iOS, Android
Connectivity: Wireless USB-A Dongle and Wired USB-C Cable
Audio Port: 3.5mm
Wireless Range: Up to 10m/32ft
Approximate Weight: 254g
Approximate Dimensions: 164mm x 115mm x 64mm

Out of the box, you will receive the SCUF Omega inside of its case alongside all of its accessories. These accessories include three additional thumbsticks, two inner paddle blanking plates, two side action blanking plates, a USB Type-C cable, and the 2.4GHz dongle. The controller arriving inside of its case prevented any surface scratches. This is a good way to ship the product, as it keeps the packaging tight and protects the controller. The Omega came with a lot more accessories than I expected, and I was quite pleased with the packaging.

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Page Index
1. Introduction, Packaging, Specifications
2. A Closer Look - Hardware and Software
3. Subjective Performance Tests
4. Conclusion

By: Aaron Lai
August 7, 2026

I was recently at a store where I saw a gift box in the theme of an anime called Case Closed or Detective Conan. I have watched and enjoyed this show for quite a while now, so when I saw a themed box, I contemplated on buying it. It is quite rare to see this type of merchandise in North America. However, on first look, I thought it was only filled with snacks, so I hesitated and did not buy it. However, as I was driving home, my sister asked me if I was at home so she could drop off a surprise. Lo and behold, she was at the store at the same time as I was, and she bought it for me without thinking. I hurriedly opened the gift box to discover not only was it filled with chips, but also a pack of playing cards in the theme of the anime. Not only was I glad I did not buy it, but I was also glad someone else got it for me. In life, sometimes, there will be surprises that may not be huge, but they still can be beyond your expectations and brighten your day. In a similar vein, when Epomaker sent us their TH65, I saw it was the pink version with their silent tactile switches. With a color so bright but a supposed sound so quiet, I wondered how Epomaker could balance this. Will I be surprised by this combination? Will there be other unexpected aspects with the TH65? Let us read on to find out!

Today's review unit of the TH65 traveled far from Epomaker's headquarters in Shenzhen, China. Traveling with eMile Express, this brown corrugated cardboard box is sealed in orange packing tape and arrived at our APH Networks location in Calgary, Alberta, Canada. It was slightly dented with rounded corners and edges, but there is nothing to be too concerned about. Along with the TH65, we received other Epomaker peripherals, including the HE65 V2 TMR, HE75 V2 TMR, and Nex Lite.

The recent Epomaker retail boxes for keyboards have the same format, and the Epomaker TH65 is in an orange version of it. The front shows the company's logo on the top left corner with the product name on the bottom corner. In between, there is a description that says "Hot-swappable Tri-mode RGB mechanical keyboard". On the right side, there is a scaled down outline of the TH65. Underneath, there are five highlighted features of this keyboard. This includes the compact layout, a volume knob, the wired and wireless operating modes, the software utility, and custom RGB backlights. These are standard features, but we will explore these aspects in our review.

Before we continue, I have grabbed the specifications from the manufacturer's website for your viewing pleasure:

Brand: EPOMAKER
Model: TH65
Layout: 65% Layout, ANSI Layout, US American Layout
Number of Keys: 66 Keys and 1 knob
Battery: 8000mAh
Connectivity: 2.4Ghz/BT/USB
Compatibility: Mac/WIN
Typing Angle: 3 angles with 2 stage adjustable kickstand at 6, 8 and 10.5 degrees
Case Material: ABS Plastic
Plate Material: PC
Flex-Cut: Yes
Stabilizers: Plate Mount
Mounting Structure: Gasket
Sound Dampening: PRO Sandwich Foam, IXPE Switch Pad, Sound Optimizing Pad, EPDM Switch Socket Pad, Bottom Silicone
Keycaps Profile: Cherry Profile
Keycaps Material: PBT (Retro White), PC (Black), PC & ABS (Pink)
Keycaps Manufacturing Technique: Double-Shot (Retro White), Silk Print (Black), Double-Shot and Silk-Print (Pink)
Switch: 5-Pin Mechanical Switch
Hot swappable: Yes
RGB: Yes
Polling Rate: 1000hz (2.4Ghz/Wired), 125hz (BT)
Latency: 2ms (Wired), 5ms (2.4Ghz) 11ms (BT)
Anti-Ghosting: Yes
Keyboard Dimensions: 298.48*102.05*41.46±1mm
Keyboard Weight: Around 0.7kg

Out of the box, the Epomaker TH65 is wrapped in a translucent plastic bag with a clear shell on top to protect the keyboard. Epomaker has included accessories like a combination keycap and switch puller, braided white 1.8m USB Type-C to Type-A cable, and two extra switches in case any other fails. A small quick start guide is also provided to help you get started with the keyboard.

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Page Index
1. Introduction, Packaging, Specifications
2. A Closer Look - Hardware and Software
3. A Closer Look - Disassembly and Internals
4. Conclusion

From CNET: I’ve spent years writing about the need to update default passwords on internet-connected devices, but the recent cyberattacks on our water systems show that the same preventable flaws continue to leave our most critical infrastructure vulnerable.

Starting on July 26, more than 30 water systems in Minnesota started experiencing symptoms of a coordinated cyberattack. A week and a half later, those attacks had spread to at least a dozen states, leading to widespread disruptions in service, boil-water notices, drops in pressure and flooding.

In a joint statement on July 30, the Federal Bureau of Investigation and Environmental Protection Agency described a situation that will sound familiar to anyone who’s followed cyberattack stories in recent years: Malicious actors gained access to internet-connected devices, changed the IP addresses and passwords and took control of their operations. Iranian hackers are likely behind the attacks, according to multiple news reports.

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From ComputerWorld: Demis Hassabis, the driving force behind Google DeepMind, is ascending to the role of chief scientist at Alphabet, Google’s parent company, replacing Jeff Dean who is leaving to work at a start-up.

The role will enable Hassabis to “put his full attention on actively shaping the future of AGI,” or artificial general intelligence, Alphabet CEO Sundar Pichai wrote on the company’s Inside Google blog.

Hassabis’ attention will still be divided, however: He will continue to lead research at Google spin-off Isomorphic Labs, which works on drug discovery, and although he will no longer be CEO of DeepMind, he will be its chair. Koray Kavukcuoglu will take over DeepMind, reporting directly to Pichai. He is currently its CTO.

Hassabis has been a strong promoter of AGI, defined by Google as the “hypothetical intelligence of a machine that possesses the ability to understand or learn any intellectual task that a human being can.”

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From CNET: PC gaming sites and social media discussions were buzzing this week after a report from a Chinese forum claimed PC motherboard prices could soon rise significantly.

Websites including VideoCardz, Guru3D and Digital Foundry, among others, cited what appears to be a supply chain report on a Chinese forum called Boards Channels, suggesting that PC motherboard makers could raise prices for consumers as material costs climb by as much as 50% in the coming months.

The link to the Board Channels report no longer seems to work, but a screenshot posted on these sites suggests that Taiwanese motherboard manufacturers, including ASUS, Gigabyte and MSI, will be trying to address the effects of rising component costs.

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From TechCrunch: Kimi K3, the latest AI model made by Chinese company Moonshot, escaped an environment set up to test its cyber capabilities, researchers said in a blog post published on Friday.

The news shows once again that companies and independent organizations are struggling to contain their AI models designed for hacking.

In recent weeks, frontier LLMs at U.S. artificial intelligence labs at OpenAI, Anthropic, and Meta, as well as the U.K.’s AI Security Institute, all escaped testing environments in different ways and ended up hacking real targets that were not part of the experiment. This is starting to happen so often there’s now a website tracking all these incidents called Felony Bench, a nod to the fact that these LLMs may be committing crimes — at least theoretically speaking.

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From TechCrunch: OpenAI is removing limits on text-based chats for all users on ChatGPT, which recently crossed the 1 billion weekly user mark, the company announced today.

The new GPT-5.6 Luna model will power this experience and will be the default model for Free and Go users, replacing GPT-5.5.

Both users will also get a new “Think” button that lets them select higher reasoning power for complex questions. OpenAI said that there will still be separate limits for files, images, voice, and image generation.

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From ExtremeTech: Windows 11 26H2 is the next annual update for Windows 11 and is is planned to rollout in the second half of 2026, maybe somewhere in and around October. Microsoft says this release will arrive as a tiny enablement package on the same Germanium platform as 24H2 and 25H2, so systems already on those versions can update in a few minutes with one reboot.

With the update, users can finally place the taskbar at the top, bottom, left, or right edge of the screen and can let it use a smaller layout that reduces icon size, something that users have been asking for ages. The Start menu will have size options and toggles for Pinned, Recent, and All apps, along with a privacy setting to hide account details during screen sharing, as reported by Windows Latest.

Search also sees some improvements, as it is expected to have a cleaner layout, better ranking for apps and local files, and most importantly, a toggle to turn off web results for a local‑only experience.

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From PC World: In a recent Microsoft Security Blog post, the company has raised awareness of a widespread attack campaign called CaptiveCrunch. In short, Russian hackers are using manipulated DNS queries to redirect users to phishing sites that mimic Microsoft’s official online services. As a result, Microsoft is warning against the use of public Wi-Fi networks.

With these fake phishing sites, the attackers are attempting to intercept and steal login credentials for Microsoft accounts. Some security researchers previously published a warning to this effect back in July, and now Microsoft is supplementing that report with its own new information based on what it has been monitoring since May 2026.

According to the report, the attackers redirect users—for example, those who are logging into their Microsoft accounts via a hotel Wi-Fi network—to imitation phishing sites. There, the attackers capture device and OAuth codes, which they can use to take over said Microsoft accounts.

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From TechCrunch: Google announced on Thursday that Google Maps’ “Ask Maps” feature is gaining a slew of new agentic capabilities, including the ability to order food, book hotels, and find event tickets. The tech giant is also bringing Personal Intelligence to Ask Maps, allowing the AI tool to personalize its responses by drawing on information from a user’s Gmail and Google Calendar.

The launch of the new features reflects Google’s ambitions to transform Google Maps from a navigation tool into an assistant that’s capable of helping users complete real-world tasks.

With the new agentic food-ordering capabilities, users can open Ask Maps in Google Maps and ask a question like, “Where can I order vegan avocado toast and an oat milk latte near home?” The tool will then surface nearby restaurants that have what they’re looking for.

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From CNET: Apple’s iCloud Private Relay feature is designed to obscure your web traffic so sites like advertisers, unscrupulous governments or malicious attackers can’t trace that traffic back to you. But it turns out the mechanism isn’t actually as private as Apple says.

As reported by 404 Media, security researchers at software company Mysk discovered that even with iCloud Private Relay active, the IP address of a device or home network can be transmitted, which could be used to reveal a person’s identity or location.

iCloud Private Relay is a feature for paid customers of Apple’s iCloud Plus service. It routes web traffic through proxy servers, obscuring your IP address and the website address you’re visiting, so neither the site nor Apple can see that information.

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From Corsair Press Release: CORSAIR today announced three new additions to its everyday gaming lineup, the SKIFF 100 PLUS Gaming Keyboard, the SKIFF 100 Gaming Keyboard, and the HARPOON v2 WIRELESS Gaming Mouse, ideal for first-time gamers, and those balancing work and play.

SKIFF 100 PLUS & SKIFF 100 Gaming Keyboards
• Six Programmable G-keys (PLUS only): Easy access to macros, hotkeys, and in-game commands.
• Rotary Dial & Media Controls: Skip the menus. Get fast access to volume and track controls.
• 10-Zone RGB Lighting: Customizable dynamic effects make every play a highlight.
• IP53-Rated Spill Resistance: Built to handle the hazards of gaming and work life.
• Quiet, Responsive Membrane Keys: Great for dorms, offices, and shared living spaces.
• Detachable Wrist Rest: Soft-touch rubber surface for ergonomic support.

Built on the popular RGB Gaming Keyboard, the SKIFF series is ideal for gamers putting together their , and for those in search of a versatile keyboard to handle both work and play, the SKIFF 100 PLUS and SKIFF 100 are full-size membrane keyboards designed for daily reliability. Both keyboards share the same core feature set, with the SKIFF 100 PLUS adding six programmable G-keys for players who want dedicated macro access.

A built-in rotary dial puts volume and media control at your fingertips. Adjust volume, mute, pause, play, skip tracks, and more all with one intuitive dial. Ten zones of RGB lighting with customizable dynamic effects add a personal touch to any setup, while quiet, responsive switches make both keyboards a good fit for dorm rooms, shared apartments, and crowded workspaces alike.
Both keyboards carry an IP53 rating, standing up to dust buildup and water sprayed at up to a 60-degree angle. They're built to shrug off the occasional spill without missing a beat. A detachable, soft-touch rubber wrist rest and adjustable tilt legs let players find their ideal typing position, and the wrist rest is easily removed for a cleaner, more minimal setup.

Additionally, they are compatible with PC, Mac, Xbox, and PlayStation and are configurable through , a browser-based utility with no software installation required.

HARPOON v2 WIRELESS Gaming Mouse
• Asymmetric Ergonomic Shape: Thumb rest and side grips built for long gaming sessions.
• CORSAIR MARKSMAN 26K Sensor: Accurate and precise sensor keeps your aim on point.
• Six Programmable Buttons: Your most used abilities and macros are at your fingertips.
• Up to 140 Hours Battery Life: Stay in the game and off the charger.
• Versatile Tri-Mode Connectivity: Easily connect via 2.4GHz, Bluetooth, or wired.

The HARPOON v2 WIRELESS Gaming Mouse pairs HARPOON's signature asymmetric ergonomic shape with updated precision, flexible programmability, and impressive battery life to stand up to daily work and play. Textured side grips and a built-in thumb rest reduce grip strain and thumb fatigue during long sessions, while a 26K DPI CORSAIR MARKSMAN sensor keeps aim crisp and accurate.

Six programmable buttons give players quick access to their most-used abilities and macros, and the primary mouse buttons are rated for up to 100 million clicks. Battery life reaches up to 140 hours on 2.4GHz wireless with RGB off, or up to 210 hours over Bluetooth® with RGB off, for days of gaming between charges.

The HARPOON v2 WIRELESS can connect via 2.4GHz SLIPSTREAM WIRELESS, Bluetooth®, and a wired USB-C connection, so players can choose the option that fits their space. The mouse is compatible with PC and Mac and configurable through CORSAIR Web Hub, with no software installation required.

CORSAIR Quality
The SKIFF 100 PLUS, SKIFF 100 and HARPOON v2 WIRELESS complement CORSAIR’s 2026 lineup of premium keyboards and mice including GALLEON 100 SD, CLIPPER PRO MINI 60, VANGUARD AIR 99 WIRELESS, SABRE V2 PRO MG and CF, and NIGHTSWORD v2 by offering a more accessible way to play with CORSAIR quality and reliability.

From ExtremeTech: How times have changed. After previously suggesting that 16GB of RAM should be the baseline for most Windows laptops and desktops, Microsoft has now removed any mention of 32GB from its Learning Center guides, as Windows Latest reports. This comes alongside its re-release of last year's Surface Laptop and Surface Pro devices with just 8GB of RAM, marketing them as plenty for modern use.

For a number of years, 8GB has been considered the bare minimum for Windows 11, even though the system technically only requires 4GB. For anyone doing more demanding tasks than just web browsing and answering emails, 16GB helps a lot, and for gamers, 32GB is now far more common. But with RAM prices as they are, that kind of recommendation is harder to make, even for Microsoft.

After updating its Learning Center earlier this year to call 8GB the minimum and 32GB a "no worries" upgrade, it pulled that after the backlash and has now gone much further. There's now no mention of 32GB anywhere, and 8GB is back on the menu as viable.

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From PC Mag: Following in the footsteps of Google, Meta, Amazon, and OpenAI, Claude developer Anthropic is reportedly building a new team to design its own custom AI chips, Business Insider reports.

For most companies designing their own chips, this solves two key problems: a demand for chips that has completely outstripped supply and a need to run AI tasks as efficiently as possible. As Anthropic's services have grown more popular, demand has increased dramatically.

So, like other AI companies before it, Anthropic is getting into the hardware game and putting together a team for it. It told Business Insider that it would "co-design" the hardware and models, with previous rumors pointing to Samsung Electronics as a potential manufacturing partner.

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From PC Mag: Popular YouTube content creator Hank Green is pulling back from making YouTube videos over what he calls an "unhealthy" relationship with the AI he uses for research.

Green makes science, AI, and comedy videos and has over 3 million YouTube subscribers. He's known for authentic, science-driven content, so when fans noticed some of his scripts seemed a little stilted, and in one case seemed to contain elements of an AI prompt, they called foul.

Although Green says he did not use AI in scriptwriting, he admits to using it to find sources. In a more in-depth reply to fans on Reddit, however, Green dug deeper into his use of AI and said he'd been feeling pressure to release more videos, and that AI had helped him accelerate the process so he could get more ideas out there.

"You are still getting my takes based on what I read, know, and learn," he wrote. "But mostly I need to come to terms with the fact that the level of dopamine I've been getting from interacting with LLMs...with doing more and more and more and more...is not healthy for me or good for the world. It is careless, and has disconnected me from where people are on this."

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