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1. The Nobel Prize in Physics 2025 — Press Release
The 2025 Nobel Prize in Physics has been awarded jointly to @JohnClarke and @MikhailRostovtsev for their pioneering work on macroscopic quantum phenomena, especially the first observational evidence for macroscopic quantum mechanical tunnelling in superconducting circuits. Their experimental breakthroughs have provided the foundations for quantum bits (qubits) used in quantum computers, enabling macroscopic systems to showcase behavior traditionally reserved for microscopic particles. The Nobel Committee highlighted that their work bridges the quantum and classical worlds, enabling the engineering of superconducting circuits that maintain coherence and perform quantum dynamics over macroscopic scales.
Meaning of macroscopic quantum mechanical tunnelling: In quantum mechanics, tunnelling refers to the phenomenon where a particle passes through a barrier that it classically should not be able to cross, due to its wave-like nature. Macroscopic quantum mechanical tunnelling extends that idea to systems composed of many particles (e.g. superconductors or Josephson junctions), where the entire device or circuit “tunnels” between two distinct energy states as a unified quantum wavefunction. Unlike electrons or atoms, these are macroscopic circuits that behave quantum mechanically. This is crucial because it allows quantum coherence, superposition, and transitions at scales we can see and manipulate—foundational for building qubits and quantum technologies.
2. Scientists reverse Alzheimer’s in mice with novel nanoparticles
Researchers have developed innovative nanoparticles that effectively reverse Alzheimer’s disease symptoms in mice by targeting amyloid plaques and neuroinflammation. The study provides evidence that these nanoparticles can penetrate the blood-brain barrier and deliver therapeutic agents directly to affected brain regions, reducing plaque accumulation and improving cognitive function. Analysis suggests this approach addresses both the protein aggregation and inflammation aspects of Alzheimer’s, which are critical in disease progression. This breakthrough highlights the potential for nanoparticle-based therapies to offer a multifaceted treatment strategy for Alzheimer’s in humans. The findings support continued research into nanomedicine as a promising avenue for addressing complex neurodegenerative disorders.
3. Introducing apps in ChatGPT
OpenAI has introduced apps in #ChatGPT, enabling users to extend AI capabilities by connecting to third-party services for tasks like shopping, travel, and productivity. This innovation integrates a range of apps directly within ChatGPT, allowing seamless interactions and enhanced functionality through natural language queries. Early partners include prominent names across various sectors, showcasing the potential for AI to transform user experiences by providing real-time, personalized assistance. The integration supports developers to build tailored experiences that leverage both AI and external data, bridging the gap between AI models and practical applications. This advancement marks a significant step in making AI more useful and accessible, reinforcing AI’s role as an assistant in everyday digital workflows.
4. Steam and Microsoft warn of Unity flaw exposing gamers to attacks
A critical vulnerability in the #Unity game engine allows attackers to execute remote code, potentially compromising gamers’ systems. Steam and Microsoft have issued warnings regarding this flaw, urging developers and users to update affected Unity versions promptly. The vulnerability stems from improper handling of asset bundles, which attackers can exploit to inject malicious code into games. This flaw highlights the risks posed by widely used game development platforms when security weaknesses exist, especially as gaming ecosystems become more interconnected. Ensuring prompt patching and awareness helps protect players and maintain trust within the gaming community.
Microsoft has scrapped the Xbox Game Pass discount on all games and DLC purchases and is instead awarding rewards points to subscribers. In an official statement to IGN, @Microsoft said Ultimate and Premium subscribers will earn 10% and 5% in points on purchases from the #GamePass library, while Ultimate continues to receive a 20% discount on select games. All Rewards members will earn points when shopping for games and add-ons, with Premium and Ultimate subscribers earning 2x and 4x points respectively. The move appears designed to keep spending within the Xbox ecosystem by converting savings into #Rewards points that can be used for gift cards and future purchases. This shift comes amid broader #GamePass changes, including a price increase for Xbox Game Pass Ultimate and added benefits like more day-one releases, Fortnite Crew, and Ubisoft+ Classics, plus upgrades to cloud gaming.
7. Ted Cruz picks a fight with Wikipedia, accusing platform of left-wing bias
Sen. @Ted_Cruz accuses #Wikipedia and the #WikimediaFoundation of a pattern of liberal bias and asks CEO @Maryana_Iskander for documents showing how source categorization is determined. He cites research from the Manhattan Institute claiming articles reflect left-wing bias and points to Wikipedia’s reliable sources/perennial sources list, which describes MSNBC and CNN as generally reliable while Fox News is generally unreliable, with the SPLC highly rated and the Heritage Foundation blacklisted. Cruz’s letter cites claims of a coordinated group of editors pushing antisemitic narratives and whitewashing Hamas, and notes that he acknowledges Wikipedia’s actions but questions their motives. The Wikimedia Foundation responded with a statement describing safeguards, high-quality volunteer oversight, 260,000 volunteers, and over 65 million articles in 300 languages, and notes that eight editors were banned in January over edit wars related to the Israeli–Palestinian conflict. The episode comes as Cruz has separately criticized FCC Chair Brendan Carr over content on Jimmy Kimmel, highlighting ongoing questions about how platforms moderate content and address perceived bias in public information.
8. U.S. Supreme Court allows order forcing Google to make app store reforms
The U.S. Supreme Court declined to halt key parts of a judge’s order forcing @Google to overhaul its #Android #app-store operations as Epic Games pursues appeal. The injunction would require @Google to allow rival #app-stores within the #Play store and to make Play’s catalog available to competitors, though these changes do not take effect until July 2026. The judge also ordered allowing developers to include external links in apps to bypass Google’s billing system, with that provision due to take effect later this month. Epic filed the 2020 lawsuit and won a jury trial in San Francisco in 2023, with @Google denying wrongdoing and arguing the changes would have broad, negative consequences. The order was upheld by a #9thCircuit panel, which found evidence of anticompetitive conduct, and Google plans a full appeal by Oct. 27 as it faces other lawsuits challenging its practices.
9. Microsoft is plugging more holes that let you use Windows 11 without an online account
Microsoft releases a new Windows 11 test build that removes known mechanisms for creating a local account in the #OOBE, requiring an internet connection and a #MicrosoftAccount to complete setup. Microsoft says these bypass methods could skip critical setup screens and leave devices not fully configured. As a result, future Windows 11 installations will require internet access and a Microsoft account to finish the OOBE, with older workarounds like bypassnro and the #ms-cxh:localonly command disabled or reset. The company is also adding a way to name the default user folder during setup via a command, though a simple in-setup option may come later. This marks a shift toward an account-bound setup for Windows 11 across editions, reducing configurability some users previously relied on.
Deloitte @Deloitte is refunding part of a contract to the #AustralianGovernment after an AI-assisted report delivered to the government contained errors. The government department told Business Insider that some footnotes and references were incorrect. This case underscores accountability when #AI-driven work is used in government projects. It shows that even a leading firm can be required to address mistakes in AI-assisted outputs and rectify the record.
11. Jeff Bezos Explains Why the AI Bubble Exists, and What’s Going to Happen When It Bursts
@JeffBezos argues that an #AI bubble has formed from overexcitement and overinvestment, even as he stresses that the benefits to society from #AI will be gigantic. Speaking at Italian Tech Week in Turin, he says hype and funding exceed the proven profitability of the companies involved, describing AI as an ‘industrial bubble’ that detaches prices from fundamentals. He contrasts with the dot-com era, noting that bubbles can fund experiments before winners emerge, while industrial bubbles are less damaging because the underlying technology can still yield societal gains, as seen in past biotech surges. Even so, funding momentum remains strong, with PitchBook noting #AI startups raised $104.3 billion in the U.S. in the first half of 2025. Ultimately, @SamAltman and others warn of overexcitement, but Bezos maintains that the eventual winners will drive transformative benefits, making the current surge meaningful.
12. Lighting the way for electric vehicles by using streetlamps as chargers | Penn State University
Streetlight poles can be retrofitted to function as low-cost, equitable EV chargers, leveraging existing municipal infrastructure to support urban charging access. A Penn State team installed 23 streetlight charging units in Kansas City and gathered data for a year to test a scalable framework focused on demand, feasibility, and benefits. They found streetlight chargers cheaper to install than traditional ports, with reduced environmental impact and improved convenience for residents in multi-unit dwellings and urban areas. Demand forecasting used land use, station density, points of interest, and traffic data, and AI models helped predict where charging would be needed, while equity considerations ensured fair distribution across neighborhoods. Funded by the U.S. Department of Energy and published in the Journal of Urban Planning and Development, the work provides a scalable blueprint for other communities to adopt #EV #streetlight #charging using existing #infrastructure, aligning with city planning goals and expanding EV adoption @Xianbiao_Hu @Yang_Song.
13. AI maps how a new antibiotic targets gut bacteria
A targeted antibiotic, enterololin, suppresses disease-associated gut bacteria and is studied with a generative AI approach to reveal its mechanism, speeding discovery from years to months. The team screened over 10,000 molecules and found enterololin, which reduces a Crohn’s-linked group of bacteria, especially Escherichia coli, while largely sparing the rest of the microbiome, with mice showing faster recovery and healthier microbiomes than with vancomycin. DiffDock, a diffusion-based docking model from CSAIL, predicts that enterololin binds to the LolCDE protein complex, clarifying how the drug interferes with bacterial lipoprotein transport and enabling mechanism-driven antibiotic development. This work highlights a path toward #precision antibiotics and faster translation of early candidates into safe therapies for gut inflammation and related conditions, as noted by @Jon Stokes, @Regina Barzilay, and @Gabriele Corso.
14. Rivian CEO on CarPlay, Lidar, and affordable EVs
@RJScaringe discusses how Rivian aims to avoid politicizing its brand while navigating tariffs and China as it readies the #R2 and faces questions about #CarPlay. He notes Rivian’s clean slate compared with legacy automakers makes software easier but brings a new set of bumps. The #R2 is expected in early 2026 with a starting price of about $45,000, and the interview covers how CarPlay fits into Rivian’s software strategy. The conversation, on The Verge’s Decoder hosted by @JoannaStern, frames Rivian’s path as affordable EVs amid tariff and international challenges. This framing emphasizes Rivian’s strategy to balance affordability, software, and the EV transition. “We’ve made the decision, which I’m very confident about, that in the fullness of time, customers will appreciate, which is that we wanted to have a seamless digital experience. To not have the need to jump between CarPlay, which feels obviously like CarPlay, and so it feels the same in every car, and then what we create as a Rivian environment. And rather, think of it more à la carte, create all the same applications.”
15. Porsche Can’t Add Wireless Charging To Macan, Taycan EV Because The Inductive Plate Doesn’t Fit
Porsche is unable to integrate #wirelesscharging technology into its Macan and Taycan electric vehicles due to the physical constraints of the inductive charging plates not fitting within the vehicle designs. Despite the increasing popularity and convenience of wireless charging for #EVs, Porsche’s current models do not accommodate the necessary hardware without significant design changes. This limitation highlights the challenges automakers face when trying to retrofit advanced features into existing electric vehicle platforms. As a result, Porsche owners must continue using traditional plug-in charging methods for these models. The situation emphasizes the intricate balance between innovative charging solutions and feasible vehicle engineering.
16. Meta faces potential liability under Section 230 after recent court ruling
A recent court decision may sharply narrow the scope of Section 230 protections, exposing @Meta to liability for user-generated content it hosts. The ruling distinguishes between moderating content and effectively creating it, a change that could force platforms to reclassify many algorithmic amplifications as editorial decisions. If upheld, this shift would compel Meta to revamp content moderation, impose liability risk for seemingly neutral algorithmic choices, and potentially chill how platforms handle recommendations. The decision could set precedent impacting all major social media firms, intensifying legal stakes for algorithmic curation.
About Section 230: Enacted in 1996 as part of the #CommunicationsDecencyAct, Section 230 shields online platforms from being treated as publishers of third-party content. It allows services like @Facebook, @YouTube, and @X to host billions of user posts without facing constant lawsuits for defamation or harm caused by what users share. The law’s core clause, “no provider or user of an interactive computer service shall be treated as the publisher or speaker of any information provided by another content provider”, has long been seen as the legal foundation of the modern internet. Limiting it could drastically reshape how digital platforms operate, moderate, and monetize content.
17. Young People Are Falling in Love With Old Technology
Flip phones, once eclipsed by smartphones, are experiencing a modest resurgence due to their simplicity and nostalgia appeal. Digital cameras on flip phones, though less advanced than those on modern smartphones, offer reliable functionality and user-friendly features that attract certain users who prioritize ease over cutting-edge technology. This trend highlights a niche market for devices focusing on fundamental communication and photography, contrasting with the multipurpose nature of current smartphones. Companies producing flip phones emphasize durability and battery life, which appeal to consumers seeking practical alternatives to complex digital ecosystems. The re-emergence of flip phones with digital cameras demonstrates a blend of retro style and essential tech performance catering to specific user preferences.
18. Instagram will award top creators with a gold ring. But no cash
Instagram will award 25 creators with a literal gold ring and a matching profile badge as part of its new ‘Rings’ program, a symbolic form of recognition rather than cash. Winners were chosen by a panel including @Adam Mosseri, @Spike Lee, @Marc Jacobs and @Marques Brownlee. This comes after Meta wound down its Reels Play bonus program in 2023 and follows a broader slowdown in brand deals, prompting questions about why a wealthy company would offer jewelry instead of direct payouts. Brownlee said, “It’s more about a special visibility and sort of incentive for people to work towards a really cool elevated recognition,” adding that he nominated creators for effort and risk-taking, not just big followings. Winners can also change their profile backdrop color and customize the ‘like’ button, underscoring the symbolic focus and branding of Instagram. In a creator economy where YouTube and TikTok have revenue-share programs, and 2024 brand deals declined (per Kajabi’s survey), these rings function as a prestige incentive rather than financial support.
19. Vibe Coding Is the New Open Source—in the Worst Way Possible
Vibe coding, rapidly spinning up AI-generated code to adapt rather than write from scratch, risks repeating insecure patterns and eroding visibility in software development, echoing #open-source security challenges. Security researchers warn that AI trained on old, vulnerable code can reintroduce vulnerabilities, and the produced drafts may not account for product-specific context, increasing risk in production, as @Alex Zenla of @Edera warns that AI trained on vulnerable software can reintroduce vulnerabilities and miss critical context. Because the same LLM can produce different outputs for different developers, teams face added coordination and accountability issues beyond traditional open source, a point @Eran Kinsbruner of @Checkmarx notes as it complicates the development lifecycle. A Checkmarx survey finds about a third of respondents say more than 60% of code is AI-generated in 2024, yet only 18% have an approved vibe-coding tools list, underscoring governance gaps and ownership tracing concerns in #AI #vibe-coding #software-supply-chain. AI code is not as transparent as human-contributed code on platforms like @GitHub, making it harder to audit and attribute, per @Dan Fernandez of @Edera, which reinforces the need for stronger backstops and transparency in the #security #transparency landscape.
Cities are increasingly testing delivery robots on sidewalks to explore how #automation interacts with complex urban environments. The robots, designed by companies like #StarshipTechnologies, navigate unpredictable pedestrian spaces to deliver food and parcels, using sensors and AI for obstacle avoidance. This experiment highlights the challenges of blending automated technology with human behavior and infrastructure variability, revealing the need for adaptation and regulation. While early deployments show promise for reducing delivery times and costs, they also raise questions around safety, accessibility, and public acceptance. Such pilot programs offer valuable insights into the future coexistence of robots and people in dense urban areas.
21. Nobel prize for medicine goes to trio for work on immune tolerance
Three researchers @Mary Brunkow, @Fred Ramsdell and @Shimon Sakaguchi were awarded the 2025 Nobel Prize in physiology or medicine for uncovering how the immune system keeps itself from attacking the body. In mice, Sakaguchi showed that removing the thymus after birth leads to autoimmune disease unless circulating T-cells from healthy mice are transferred, and he defined these as CD25+ regulatory T-cells (#CD25 #regulatoryT-cells). Brunkow and Ramsdell later linked a mutation in the FOXP3 gene to autoimmune susceptibility in mice, and in 2003 @Shimon Sakaguchi showed FOXP3 drives the development of these CD25 regulatory cells. Their work has opened a pathway for therapies that boost regulatory T-cells to treat autoimmune diseases or dampen them to enhance anti-cancer immunity, with several clinical trials now underway. As Olle Kämpe, chair of the Nobel committee, said, their discoveries have been decisive for understanding how the immune system functions and why we do not all develop autoimmune diseases.
22. Sam Altman on AI bubble: ‘People make some dumb capital allocations from time to time’
Sam Altman, CEO of OpenAI, discussed the notion of an #AI bubble, acknowledging that while there is considerable hype and some overinvestment, the excitement stems from genuine transformative potential in AI. Altman observed that like other technological booms, the AI surge includes inevitable capital misallocations, which are part of the innovation cycle. He emphasized that despite speculative elements, the fundamental advancements in AI justify enthusiasm and investment. This perspective links the current AI trend to historical patterns in tech development, suggesting that temporary excesses do not undermine long-term progress. Altman’s remarks highlight the balance between caution and optimism in navigating AI’s evolving landscape.
23. TikTok shut down its LA headquarters after a series of online threats
@TikTok shut down its Los Angeles headquarters after a series of online threats, with police saying a suspect was arrested and the Culver City office would remain closed through the weekend as a precaution. Threats appeared on @X and @Rumble and were tied to #TikTokShop, according to current and former staff, with a staffer saying the experience was really scary. Security evacuated the location, and the Culver City Police Department said the arrest reflected quick intercession and a peaceful resolution. The incident underscores safety concerns for high-profile employers in Culver City, a major entertainment hub and home to studios such as Sony Pictures, and highlights the need for rapid response to preserve operations. It also demonstrates how local authorities and large tech firms collaborate to manage threats while minimizing disruption #security.
24. AMD signs AI chip supply deal with OpenAI, gives it option to take 10% stake by 2025
Advanced Micro Devices (#AMD) has entered a multi-year agreement to become the exclusive supplier of AI chips to @OpenAI, the creator of ChatGPT. This deal includes an option for OpenAI to acquire up to a 10% ownership stake in AMD by 2025. Under the agreement, AMD’s chips will power OpenAI’s AI models, highlighting the growing demand for specialized AI hardware. This partnership positions AMD strategically in the rapidly evolving AI sector, leveraging OpenAI’s leadership in artificial intelligence innovation. The collaboration underscores the increasing importance of AI-specific semiconductors in supporting advanced AI workloads.
Brendan Carr, an FCC commissioner known for censoring comedians, is also targeting critical internet access for poor rural school children by eliminating free Wi-Fi options. This policy move undermines connectivity for disadvantaged students who rely on #free Wi-Fi to access educational resources and bridge the digital divide exacerbated by #rural internet issues. The elimination threatens to deepen educational inequities as rural children lose affordable internet access crucial for learning. This action ties into broader discussions on #digitalinclusion and the responsibility of policymakers like Carr in ensuring equitable tech access. Restricting free Wi-Fi contradicts efforts to promote universal internet access and hinders rural education support programs.
26. Quantum uncertainty captured in real time with femtosecond precision
Researchers have successfully measured quantum uncertainty in real time with unprecedented femtosecond precision, advancing the understanding of fundamental quantum phenomena. They achieved this by using ultrafast laser techniques to probe the intrinsic fluctuations in quantum systems, allowing the capture of transient states that were previously too rapid to observe directly. This experimental breakthrough reveals how quantum uncertainty evolves over extremely short timescales, challenging classical intuitions about measurement and predictability. The findings underscore the dynamic nature of #quantumuncertainty and could inform future developments in quantum technologies and measurement precision. By directly observing these fleeting quantum effects, the study opens new pathways for exploring and harnessing the probabilistic behavior central to #quantumphysics.
27. 1 to 2 Starlink satellites are falling back to Earth each day
There are currently 1 to 2 Starlink satellites falling back to Earth each day, and this rate is expected to rise as more satellites are launched. Retired Harvard astrophysicist @Jonathan McDowell notes the growing number of reentries on his Space Report and points to a deluge of Starlink breakups observed in social media; there are more than 8,000 Starlink satellites overhead right now in low-Earth orbit, which extends up to about 1,200 miles and has a typical lifespan of 5 to 7 years. With all constellations deployed, we expect around 30,000 LEO satellites (Starlink, Amazon Kuiper, others) and perhaps another 20,000 at ~1,000 km from Chinese systems, translating to about 5 reentries per day. This trend fuels concerns about #Kessler syndrome, where debris collisions could cascade to create more debris, increasing risk in crowded LEO #LEO. Distinguishing space junk from meteors in observations often hinges on speed and duration: meteors burn up in seconds, while debris can linger overhead for minutes at angular speeds between those of meteors and airplanes.
28. Not Only Is the New PlayStation 5 More Expensive, It’s Also Worse
The new PlayStation 5 model is both more costly and inferior compared to its predecessor, as Sony has increased the price while compromising on hardware quality. Users and reviewers have noted that certain components in the redesigned PS5 are of lower quality, potentially affecting performance and durability. This change contradicts typical expectations when a newer iteration is released, as upgrades usually coincide with a higher price. The situation has frustrated customers who anticipated better value or improvements rather than setbacks. As a result, the updated PS5 reflects a shift in Sony’s approach that prioritizes cost-cutting over delivering a superior gaming experience.
That’s all for today’s digest for 2025/10/07! We picked, and processed 28 Articles. Stay tuned for tomorrow’s collection of insights and discoveries.
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