“It may be gradual, but the impacts are real.” Sinking Feeling Carefully mapped satellite imagery shows that America’s East Coast — particularly its major population centers — is sinking at an eerily rapid pace, according to a new study conducted by researchers at Virginia Tech and the US Geological Survey. Per the satellite study, published… Continue reading Satellites Show the East Coast Is Sinking
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George Carlin’s Daughter Horrified by AI-Generated “Comedy Special” of Her Dead Dad
An AI comedy duo has allegedly used George Carlin’s voice without permission from his family or estate — and his living progeny is not at all pleased. The “comedy special,” titled “George Carlin: I’m Glad I’m Dead,” was posted to YouTube and on other platforms by an AI comedy troupe that calls itself Dudesy. Founded… Continue reading George Carlin’s Daughter Horrified by AI-Generated “Comedy Special” of Her Dead Dad
Elon Musk Cosigns Racist Claim That Black Students Have Low IQs
Another month, another endorsement of a deeply racist conspiracy theory by multi-hyphenate billionaire Elon Musk. Late last year, Musk threw a massive tantrum on stage following outrage at his calling an unhinged and antisemitic conspiracy theory “the actual truth.” Now, Musk has similarly endorsed a tweet suggesting Black students at Historically Black Colleges and Universities… Continue reading Elon Musk Cosigns Racist Claim That Black Students Have Low IQs
Wi-Fi 7 quietly took off while everyone was looking at AI
/ There may not have been any splashy router announcements, but Wi-Fi 7 hit laptops all over the place. By Wes Davis, a weekend editor who covers the latest in tech and entertainment. He has written news, reviews, and more as a tech journalist since 2020. Share this story Wi-Fi 7 and an RGB touchpad?… Continue reading Wi-Fi 7 quietly took off while everyone was looking at AI
Why Crypto Idealogues Won’t Touch Bitcoin ETFs
Bitcoin devotees are declaring a historic victory after US regulators approved a new, more accessible way for people to invest in the crypto asset after a decade of resistance. Yet they won’t go anywhere near it themselves. On January 10, after a farcical false start, the US Securities and Exchange Commission approved the launch of… Continue reading Why Crypto Idealogues Won’t Touch Bitcoin ETFs
The Big Problem With the Giant Stanley Cup
That strategy tapped into deep currents in consumer culture that can drive huge sales—but also overconsumption. “We see all the time that [a customer] wants her Quencher to match her fit, her nail polish, her car, her mood, her kitchen,” Reilly told CNBC in December. “We’re serving her where she wants the product.” Stanley has… Continue reading The Big Problem With the Giant Stanley Cup
Corsair, Asus, and others are making it easier to build a beautiful PC
/ Daisy-chain RGB fans and motherboards with hidden connectors are a dream come true. By Tom Warren, a senior editor covering Microsoft, PC gaming, console, and tech. He founded WinRumors, a site dedicated to Microsoft news, before joining The Verge in 2012. Share this story If you buy something from a Verge link, Vox Media… Continue reading Corsair, Asus, and others are making it easier to build a beautiful PC
Hertz is selling 20,000 EVs so it can buy more gas guzzlers
/ To balance ‘a disproportionate number of lower margin rentals and reduce damage expense associated with EVs,’ Hertz’s global electric vehicle fleet will shrink by one-third. By Andrew J. Hawkins, transportation editor with 10+ years of experience who covers EVs, public transportation, and aviation. His work has appeared in The New York Daily News and… Continue reading Hertz is selling 20,000 EVs so it can buy more gas guzzlers
Boeing May Be in Serious Trouble Over Door Panel Blowing Out
A “mistake” was made. Repeat Offender Boeing could be in hot water with Washington after a panel in one of its 737 MAX 9 airplanes was blown out during an Alaska Airlines flight on Friday, forcing the pilots to make a nailbiting emergency landing just minutes after takeoff. In response, the US Federal Aviation Administration… Continue reading Boeing May Be in Serious Trouble Over Door Panel Blowing Out
Sony’s Afeela needs to be more than a feeling
/ Stepping into the Sony Honda car. By Sean Hollister, a senior editor and founding member of The Verge who covers gadgets, games, and toys. He spent 15 years editing the likes of CNET, Gizmodo, and Engadget. Share this story A look into the latest Sony Afeela prototype car, from the driver’s side.Photo by Sean… Continue reading Sony’s Afeela needs to be more than a feeling