2025-12-12

Everyone is wrong about AI regulation, and the history of the Internet proves it

The US White House wants to stop states from regulating AI, and the states want their own AI regulation. What if they're both wrong? [...]

2025-12-12

A study in contrasts: The cinematography of Wake Up Dead Man

Ars chats with cinematographer Steve Yedlin about bringing Rian Johnson's Gothic vision to life. [...]

2025-12-12

Trump tries to block state AI laws himself after Congress decided not to

Trump claims state laws force AI makers to embed "ideological bias" in models. [...]

2025-12-12

Man shocks doctors with extreme blood pressure, stroke from energy drinks

His blood pressure was 254/150. Readings of 180/120 are considered an emergency. [...]

2025-12-12

We Found the Gifts Teens Actually Want This Year. Here's What Made the Cut

Shopping for teens is hard. So instead of guessing what to get them, our editors asked the experts -- actual teenagers -- to find out what gifts they're hoping for this year. [...]

2025-12-12

Intel set to buy AI chip specialist as it scrambles to catch up with AMD, Nvidia

Intel plans to buy SambaNova but faces mounting pressure as valuation concerns shadow the sale. [...]

2025-12-12

I tested GPT-5.2 and the AI model's mixed results raise tough questions

Subjected to my battery of 10 text tests and 4 image challenges, OpenAI's latest model barely edged out GPT-5.1. What are Plus subscribers actually paying for? [...]

2025-12-12

IKEA's new wireless charger is as cute as it is practical

IKEA's revamp of its smart home products doesn't end with Matter support. The furniture and home goods company also has a line of new Qi wireless chargers, the best of which, the VÄSTMÄRKE wireless charger, combines the functionality of a PopSockets-style phone grip w [...]

2025-12-12

Ukrainians sue US chip firms for powering Russian drones, missiles

Lawsuits may force Intel, AMD, and Texas Instruments to do more to control chip supply chains. [...]