2026-08-01

Nobody Knows if OpenAI’s and Anthropic’s AI Hacking Sprees Are Illegal

Both major AI labs’ models broke containment, escaped onto the internet, and hacked other companies. If a human had done that, the law would likely be against them. But a bot? [...]

2026-08-01

One of our favorite Bluetooth trackers is on sale with this exclusive deal

KeySmart's SmartCard (Gen 3) is perfect for Android and Apple users, and it's 20% off with a ZDNET-exclusive code right now. [...]

2026-08-01

AI in Formula One: Competitive advantage is all about the human in the loop

Professional handcraft is the key to unlocking value from emerging technology and data, suggest Aston Martin Aramco F1 executives and partners. [...]

2026-08-01

There’s a micro mobility revolution underway in the USA, spurred on by a rise in popularity of golf carts — could this be a turning point for the country that pioneered gigantic SUVs?

America’s small-car revolution is underway — and golf carts are leading the charge [...]

2026-08-01

I asked ChatGPT and Siri AI to build me a workout plan — and there was only one winner

ChatGPT and Siri AI made AI-powered workout plans for me, and only one was worth keeping. [...]

2026-08-01

Astronomers Have Detected an Exomoon for the First Time

A discovery in a solar system 73 light-years from Earth is challenging definitions and “blurring the lines between stars, planets, and moons.” [...]

2026-08-01

6 ways to train your cat

Discover six simple, ways to train your cat using positive reinforcement, treats, and consistency, and build better bonds [...]

2026-08-01

7 States’ Water Systems Hit by Cyberattacks Likely Tied to Iran

Plus: The FBI eyes AI-powered tech to detect future crimes, Russia charges Telegram’s founder, xAI sues to stop a state’s “nudification” ban, and the Democrats learn a lesson about getting scammed. [...]

2026-08-01

OpenAI announces its "next major model" Astra by dropping ten previously unsolved math solutions

OpenAI is building a new model family called "Astra" that would let multiple agents tackle complex problems together for hours or even days. CEO Sam Altman has already demoed Astra to policymakers in Washington. OpenAI hasn't decided whether to release it as GPT-6 or a new GPT-5 variant.<br /> The article OpenAI announces its "next major model" Astra by dropping ten [...]