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Out-of-this-world fix for data center backlash could be on NASA's horizon

August 27, 2026

Out-of-this-world fix for data center backlash could be on NASA's horizon

NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman says solar-powered AI data centers in Earth's orbit could solve America's fights over land, water and grid capacity.

Survivor's Christian Hubicki marvels at China's robotics games records: 'Willing to break the robots to do it'

August 27, 2026

Survivor's Christian Hubicki marvels at China's robotics games records: 'Willing to break the robots to do it'

The World Humanoid Robot Games' crashes show how far the technology still needs to go to be useful, "Survivor" reality TV star and robotics scientist Christian Hubicki says.

Data centers forgot the consumer — and that could cost America the AI race

August 27, 2026

Data centers forgot the consumer — and that could cost America the AI race

Fewer than 30% of Americans support data centers in their communities as concerns over electricity, water, and noise outpace industry promises about AI.

Hawley rips Flock’s sprawling surveillance web as Texas cities cut cameras over privacy and data fears

August 26, 2026

Hawley rips Flock’s sprawling surveillance web as Texas cities cut cameras over privacy and data fears

Texas cities are cutting ties with Flock Safety over data privacy concerns as Sen. Josh Hawley probes the company's 20 billion monthly vehicle scans.

Let's look back on the best moments (read: crashes) from the World Humanoid Robot Games

August 26, 2026

Let's look back on the best moments (read: crashes) from the World Humanoid Robot Games

Videos from the World Humanoid Robot Games show android athletes crashing, boxing, and high-jumping in hilarious fashion as algorithms spread the clips.

Can your smartphone detect gunfire? Chicago startup puts new technology to the test

August 26, 2026

Can your smartphone detect gunfire? Chicago startup puts new technology to the test

SplitSec CEO Sri Deivasigamani says the app's AI model runs entirely on users' phones with no continuous recording, addressing privacy concerns.

Powerful crime-fighting surveillance growth spurs lawmakers to issue warning: 'Orwellian'

August 26, 2026

Powerful crime-fighting surveillance growth spurs lawmakers to issue warning: 'Orwellian'

Flock Safety's automatic license plate readers face bipartisan backlash as lawmakers warn AI-powered cameras threaten Fourth Amendment privacy rights.

3 things Democrats don’t want you to know about AI and data centers

August 25, 2026

3 things Democrats don’t want you to know about AI and data centers

AI data centers are reviving small towns like Ellendale, N.D., bringing jobs, tax revenue and lower electricity bills to communities left behind.

America Needs AI to Survive. Working families also need to survive it

August 25, 2026

America Needs AI to Survive. Working families also need to survive it

AI data centers demand massive electricity, water and land from small towns, but communities hosting them deserve more than a ribbon-cutting ceremony.

Chinese humanoid robot breaks Usain Bolt's 100m dash record at 9.39 seconds

August 23, 2026

Chinese humanoid robot breaks Usain Bolt's 100m dash record at 9.39 seconds

A humanoid robot named Lightning Bolt ran 100 meters in 9.39 seconds at the World Humanoid Robot Games in Beijing, edging Usain Bolt's record.