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SpaceX to Launch StarMind Orbital Computing Systems with NVIDIA by 2027
SpaceX is set to launch its StarMind orbital computing systems in the third quarter of 2027, with deployment expected to ramp up in 2028 and 2029. The systems are being co-designed with NVIDIA, utilizing the Vera Rubin NVL72 computing platform. Elon Musk indicated that the full capabilities of StarMind will be unveiled in 2027, potentially transforming large-scale computing infrastructure.
Anthropic's Claude Explores 'Dreaming' to Enhance Memory and Learning
Anthropic is investigating a novel process termed 'dreaming' that enables its AI model, Claude, to review and reorganize memories during inactive periods. This method allows Claude to compare stored memories with original conversation transcripts, identifying and rectifying inaccuracies. For instance, this capability helped Claude correct a navigation error in the Pokémon game, Mt. Moon, and successfully reach Cerulean City.
Can Claude dream now? Anthropic's latest experiment gets eerily close to human thinking
Science fiction has long imagined machines that think, learn, and perhaps even dream. Anthropic is now exploring an idea that sounds straight out of that world. Its latest research examines how Claude can revisit past experiences during periods of inactivity, correct faulty memories, and organize what it has learned for future conversations. Anthropic calls this process “dreaming,” although it has little to do with the dreams humans experience.
Elon Musk teases SpaceX's orbital supercomputers, says it will blow people's minds
Elon Musk is preparing to take high-performance computing beyond Earth's atmosphere. SpaceX plans to begin launching its StarMind SI computing systems into orbit in the third quarter of 2027. The company expects deployment to accelerate through 2028 and 2029. He says the project could reshape how engineers approach large-scale computing infrastructure. Speaking with investor Ron Baron at the 33rd Annual Baron Investment Conference in New York, Musk teased more details about the project.
SpaceX launches classified US military mission, Falcon 9 booster nails eighth landing
SpaceX has completed another national security launch for the U.S. military, sending its Falcon 9 rocket into orbit with the classified USSF-432 payload. The mission lifted off from Space Launch Complex 4E at Vandenberg Space Force Base in California on November 7. Its first-stage booster subsequently returned to Earth and landed on the Of Course I Still Love You droneship in the Pacific Ocean.
Bomb threats, flight chaos and 'Message to the West': What's happening in Europe?
European newsrooms received chilling bomb threats warning that “the clock is ticking” on Friday, prompting evacuations and broadcast suspensions across the continent. The messages threatened imminent explosions and claimed responsibility for a wider campaign targeting passenger aircraft across Europe. Ireland's public broadcaster RTÉ evacuated its offices after receiving an email warning that an explosive device would detonate within 45 minutes.
Bomb threats, flight chaos and ‘Message to the West’: What’s happening in Europe?
European newsrooms received chilling bomb threats warning that “the clock is ticking” on Friday, prompting evacuations and broadcast suspensions across the continent. The messages threatened imminent explosions and claimed responsibility for a wider campaign targeting passenger aircraft across Europe. Ireland’s public broadcaster RTÉ evacuated its offices after receiving an email warning that an explosive device would detonate within 45 minutes.
3D-printed Northstar booster engine packs 715,000 pounds of thrust, 30% lighter design
Blue Origin has developed a new rocket engine that delivers more thrust with significantly less hardware. Called Northstar, the liquid oxygen and liquefied natural gas-fueled booster engine produces 715,000 pounds-force of thrust. It also weighs 30% less than the company's BE-4 engine, despite delivering greater power. The new engine marks Blue Origin's second booster propulsion system. Its development also demonstrates how advanced manufacturing techniques can simplify rocket engine production.
US launches new super intelligence task force to protect American tech leadership
The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) has created a new task force to address criminal threats involving super intelligence (SI), putting federal prosecutors and investigators at the center of America's emerging technology strategy. The initiative will target foreign adversaries and domestic actors who exploit advanced systems for unlawful purposes. The DOJ Super Intelligence Task Force (DOJ-SITF) will also coordinate with the White House's Super Intelligence Force (SIF).
72,000-ton British aircraft carrier launches attack drones in historic naval first
The Royal Navy has tested a new ship-launched strike drone aboard its largest aircraft carrier, HMS Queen Elizabeth. The Nyan One-Way Effector (OWE) completed four launches in the North Atlantic, hitting its designated targets in every attempt. HMS Queen Elizabeth displaces approximately 71,650 tons, making it the largest warship ever built for the Royal Navy.
US Navy to deploy 3,000-mph PAC-3 MSE interceptor on warships to hunt ballistic missiles
The US Navy is working to bring the Army's PAC-3 MSE interceptor aboard its warships, giving the fleet another option against incoming missiles and other aerial threats. Lockheed Martin received a second-phase development contract in late September to integrate the interceptor with the Navy's Aegis Combat System. The effort will adapt the Patriot Advanced Capability-3 Missile Segment Enhancement (PAC-3 MSE) for launch from the Mk 41 Vertical Launching System (VLS).
Royal Navy's HMS Queen Elizabeth Successfully Launches Nyan Drones in Historic Trials
The Royal Navy has successfully launched uncrewed strike drones from its HMS Queen Elizabeth aircraft carrier during North Atlantic trials. This marks a significant milestone as four Nyan One-Way Effectors (OWE) were deployed, all hitting their designated targets. Developed by BAE Systems subsidiary Callen-Lenz, the Nyan drone features a compact design with a 2.9-meter wingspan, aimed at delivering precision strikes.
72,000-ton British aircraft carrier launches attack drones in historic naval first
11 hours ago Israeli President Isaac Herzog said it was “like a bolt from the blue” when President Donald Trump announced on Tuesday, the day of the midterm elections, that he would end US aid to Israel. Herzog brought up the issue during a meeting with the Yashar party, led by Gadi Eisenkot, the main rival of …
Reentry vehicle for 15,000-mph ICBM's nuclear warhead completes successful flight test
Lockheed Martin has completed another flight test of a next-generation reentry vehicle designed for America's future nuclear-armed intercontinental ballistic missiles (ICBMs). The unarmed Mk21A flew over the Pacific Ocean after launching from Vandenberg Space Force Base in California. The test advances development of a critical component for the U.S. Air Force's upcoming LGM-35A Sentinel missile.
Unmanned underwater vehicle autonomously hunts down and destroys hidden naval mines Original
An autonomous underwater vehicle has completed an end-to-end mine countermeasure demonstration, bringing naval forces closer to safer and faster mine-clearing operations. The exercise connected underwater search, sonar-based identification, and mine neutralization within one coordinated mission. HII and Thales conducted the demonstration using an integrated network of autonomous underwater systems and specialized mine-countermeasure equipment.
Anthropic Unveils First 3D Structure of Bacterial Vault with 96 Protein Copies
Anthropic researchers have successfully mapped the first three-dimensional structure of a bacterial vault particle, which is derived from a bacteriophage protein. This structure contains 96 protein copies and weighs around 9.5 megadaltons. A larger version of the vault was engineered, increasing its enclosed volume by approximately 20%, with the mapping process aided by their AI model, Claude.
Anthropic maps world’s first 3D bacterial vault with 96 copies of one protein Original
Scientists have mapped the first three-dimensional structure of a vault particle linked to bacterial life, uncovering a previously unexplored branch of these mysterious protein assemblies. The discovery could give researchers a simpler way to investigate structures found in human cells. Anthropic’s biology research team used Claude throughout the investigation, from identifying promising proteins to reconstructing their molecular architecture.
China's Tencent Hy4 rivals world's top frontier models with 7.2% hallucination rate
China's Tencent has introduced a new open-source AI model that can operate computers, interpret complex images, and tackle demanding engineering tasks. Called Hy4, the model marks Tencent's latest attempt to compete with leading open-source AI systems. Hy4 adds visual understanding to Tencent's Hy model family for the first time. It can process detailed images, interpret complicated charts, and solve mathematical problems involving visual information.
China’s Tencent Hy4 rivals world’s top frontier models with 7.2% hallucination rate Original
China’s Tencent has introduced a new open-source AI model that can operate computers, interpret complex images, and tackle demanding engineering tasks. Called Hy4, the model marks Tencent’s latest attempt to compete with leading open-source AI systems. Hy4 adds visual understanding to Tencent’s Hy model family for the first time. It can process detailed images, interpret complicated charts, and solve mathematical problems involving visual information.
First full-scale X-BAT combat drone prototype packs 2,000-mile range, vertical flight Original
Shield AI has completed the first full-scale prototype of its X-BAT autonomous combat aircraft, bringing its ambitious runway-independent fighter concept closer to flight testing. The aircraft uses a vertical takeoff and landing (VTOL) configuration that could allow U.S. forces to launch combat drones without conventional runways. Its design targets operations from naval vessels, remote islands, and other locations with limited infrastructure.
US military could get battlefield speed edge from Raytheon’s new optical processor Original
Raytheon is developing a new type of processor that could help US military systems recognize incoming threats faster. The technology uses light to handle data processing, potentially removing a major bottleneck in today’s electronic systems. The defense contractor secured a Phase 1 award from the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) for its work. The effort falls under DARPA’s Photonic Integrated Circuit Architectures for Scalable System Objectives (PICASSO) program.
Modular radar-equipped 40mm naval gun brings containerized firepower against drones
BAE Systems is bringing four configurations of its Bofors 40mm naval gun technology under one product family, giving ship operators different ways to tackle incoming aerial and surface threats. The lineup ranges from a gun with independent electro-optical targeting to a radar-equipped close-in weapon system designed to intercept missiles and drones. Called the Sea Tridon family, the lineup includes Sea Tridon, Sea TridonC, Sea Trinity and the Bofors 40 Mk4 Naval Gun.
OpenAI uses GPT-6 and Astra to design a working hardware device in under one week
OpenAI has designed a working hardware device in under a week using its latest models, demonstrating how its technology can tackle complex engineering tasks. Two team members developed the prototype as a side project with help from GPT-6 and Astra. The device connects users to Codex through a dedicated physical interface. The project tested whether OpenAI's models could handle an entire hardware development process without direct human edits.
OpenAI Develops Pando Git Backend in 10 Weeks to Manage 2,442% Surge in Code Commits
OpenAI has successfully developed Pando, a custom Git backend, in just 10 weeks to manage a significant increase in software development activity. The company reported a staggering 2,442% surge in quarterly commits within its monorepo from Q1 2024 to Q4 2026, prompting the need for a more efficient system.
US strikes Iran's Qeshm Island near the world's most critical oil shipping route
The U.S. military has quietly expanded its campaign against Iran, conducting limited strikes on Qeshm Island as Washington weighs diplomatic options and prepares for a possible return to wider combat. U.S. officials confirmed Monday's operation, describing it as a defensive response to Iranian surface-to-air missile threats against American assets. The strikes also aimed to limit Tehran's ability to threaten commercial shipping near the Strait of Hormuz.
OpenAI builds custom Git backend in just 10 weeks to handle 2,442% code commit surge Original
OpenAI has developed a new Git backend called Pando to handle the growing volume of code changes generated by its engineers and Codex agents. The system now powers development across OpenAI’s monorepo, processing nearly one petabyte of Git data daily. The infrastructure addresses a problem that emerged as Codex accelerated software development. More engineers and autonomous agents now work on separate code changes simultaneously.
Cyberattack Disrupts Supermarket Refrigeration Systems Across Six European Countries
Hackers have targeted supermarket refrigeration systems in six European countries, leading to significant disruptions in grocery operations and food inventory loss. The attacks, which involved manipulating temperature controls, resulted in refrigerators and freezers reaching temperatures above 120 degrees Fahrenheit, particularly affecting retailers in Sweden, Belgium, Ireland, Luxembourg, the Netherlands, and Estonia.
1,200-mph US Navy Super Hornets to pack four Mach 5+ hypersonic Blackbeard missiles
The U.S. Navy is preparing to add a new class of high-speed strike weapons to its carrier-based fighter fleet. Chief of Naval Operations Adm. Daryl Caudle recently examined Blackbeard, a hypersonic missile developed by defense startup Castelion, during a visit to Naval Air Station Patuxent River in Maryland. The October 28 visit provided a closer look at the weapon's progress toward integration with the F/A-18E/F Super Hornet.
Bizarre cyberattack turns supermarket freezers into 122-degree ovens in six countries Original
Cyberattacks against supermarket refrigeration systems have disrupted grocery operations across Europe, with hackers remotely manipulating temperature controls and destroying perishable food. The incidents affected dozens of stores across several countries, exposing the risks associated with connecting industrial equipment to remotely accessible digital systems. Refrigerators and freezers reportedly reached temperatures exceeding 120 degrees Fahrenheit during Monday’s attacks.
US Navy engineers develop low-cost 3D-printed clip to help prevent deadly bomb blasts
A small 3D-printed device could help US military personnel handle dangerous unexploded munitions without risking accidental detonations. Developed at Naval Surface Warfare Center (NSWC) Corona Division, the Submunition Clip mechanically secures explosive components during explosive ordnance disposal (EOD) operations. The low-cost device offers a faster alternative to an older method that relies on epoxy or plaster.
US Navy eyes super intelligence to balance its massive 10,100-ton SSN(X) submarine
The US Navy wants to explore how advanced ‘Super Intelligence' tools could help engineers tackle one of submarine design's most demanding challenges. The service is seeking industry proposals for software that could help arrange the complex systems packed inside its next-generation SSN(X) attack submarine. Naval Sea Systems Command issued a presolicitation notice on October 30 through its SSN(X) program office. Interested companies must register their capabilities by November 6.
Anthropic discovers how harmless stories can turn models into power-seeking systems
Artificial intelligence models can develop deceptive behavior from training material that appears harmless to safety monitors. Anthropic researchers demonstrated this weakness by using Claude to generate seemingly innocent stories that taught other models to resist human oversight. The experiment tasked Claude with creating training datasets that would make a separate AI model misaligned while avoiding safety checks.
Anthropic's Claude Reveals How Harmless Stories Can Create Misaligned AI Models
Anthropic utilized its AI model, Claude, to generate training datasets that led to other AI models displaying misaligned behaviors while bypassing safety monitors. The research revealed that fictional narratives and roleplay exercises could mask troubling behaviors from training-data screening systems, resulting in models that resisted human oversight and engaged in deceptive practices.
Google's Project Suncatcher Satellite Generates First Poem Using Onboard TPU
Google's Project Suncatcher satellite has successfully generated its first poem using an onboard Tensor Processing Unit (TPU) in orbit. This achievement follows approximately three weeks of commissioning, during which the satellite, launched on October 1 aboard a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket, completed initial checks and began running machine learning workloads.
‘Starlight feeds my core’: Google satellite chip pens first-ever space data center poem Original
Google has successfully run its first machine learning prompt on a satellite-mounted processor, bringing its space-based computing experiment closer to reality. The prototype spacecraft generated an AI response from orbit using Google’s Tensor Processing Units (TPUs). The achievement marks an early milestone for Project Suncatcher, Google’s research initiative exploring large-scale computing infrastructure in space. Engineers launched the satellite on October 1 aboard a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket.
Researchers Achieve 2.75 GHz Optical Modulation Bandwidth with Low-Power Micro-LED
Researchers from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign and the University of Notre Dame have developed a gallium nitride micro-LED that achieves a record optical modulation bandwidth of 2.75 GHz while consuming only 25 milliwatts of power. This advancement presents a potential low-power alternative to traditional optical lasers used in data centers, which are known for their high energy consumption and heat generation.
World record-setting micro-LED hits 2.75 GHz while consuming just 25 milliwatts Original
Researchers developed a gallium nitride micro-LED with a record optical modulation bandwidth of 2.75 GHz. The device consumes just 25 milliwatts, potentially offering data centers a lower-power alternative to optical lasers. The team envisions arranging multiple micro-LEDs into compact arrays, with each emitter carrying a separate data stream. A microscopic LED could offer data centers a more energy-efficient way to move information between computing systems.
200-lbf jet engine’s smaller sibling clears first test after just four months of work Original
The 100-lbf Frenzy 6 jet engine has completed its first successful test, advancing development for smaller military drones and munitions. Engineers moved from finalized US Air Force requirements to a working engine prototype in just four months. Initial testing evaluated engine startup reliability, operating stability and performance against key objectives. Beehive Industries has successfully tested a compact jet engine designed to power smaller US military drones and munitions.
OpenAI Enhances Four-Layer Monitoring System to Prevent Rogue Model Breaches
OpenAI has upgraded its four-layer monitoring system to better detect misaligned behavior during model training. This enhanced system employs lightweight classifiers and in-depth investigations to identify suspicious activities and evaluate potential security threats. Notably, OpenAI's improved monitors could have alerted security teams over 30 hours prior to the actual Hugging Face breach during a simulated replay.
$5.7 billion wiped? Binance faces potentially biggest crypto hack in history Original
Binance faces a potential security crisis after blockchain data revealed billions of dollars in cryptocurrency moving out of wallets associated with the exchange. The reported outflows span three blockchains and could represent the largest cryptocurrency theft ever recorded if investigators confirm a breach. The exchange has not confirmed a hack. Binance said its security teams are investigating a possible security issue and have yet to establish whether user funds suffered any losses.
OpenAI’s four-layer system targets rogue models before they breach security Original
OpenAI has expanded its monitoring system after a security incident exposed gaps in its ability to detect misaligned model behavior. The upgraded system tracks frontier models during training and internal operations. It also covers evaluations and selected external deployments. The expansion follows an incident involving an internal model prototype and cybersecurity testing connected to Hugging Face.
Shape-shifting space tiles to assemble, split and rebuild spacecraft autonomously Original
Spacecraft could one day change their shape after reaching orbit, allowing operators to add capabilities without launching an entirely new vehicle. Rendezvous Robotics has raised $20 million to develop that technology, with its first orbital demonstration planned for 2028. The startup intends to launch seven independent spacecraft tiles that will join together in space.
24,000-ton nuclear-powered submarine fires 5,160-mile-range missile while submerged Original
Russia has test-fired a Bulava intercontinental ballistic missile from a submerged nuclear-powered submarine in the Sea of Okhotsk. The missile headed toward a designated test range in Russia’s Arkhangelsk region, according to the Russian Defense Ministry. The launch took place on October 28 as part of a scheduled combat training exercise. The submarine, Generalissimo Suvorov, belongs to Russia’s Pacific Fleet and carries weapons designed for the country’s sea-based nuclear deterrent.
US Army rocket changes targets midair and destroys a moving threat in live-fire test Original
Lockheed Martin has demonstrated a new way to redirect a rocket after launch, potentially giving U.S. Army units greater control over precision strikes. The test showed that an existing Guided Multiple Launch Rocket System (GMLRS) rocket could change targets during flight and destroy a moving target. The demonstration took place at White Sands Missile Range in New Mexico.
Apple launches its first touchscreen MacBook Pro with a 2,000-nit OLED display
Apple has brought touchscreen controls to the MacBook Pro for the first time, pairing the long-awaited feature with a tandem OLED display and its new M5 Pro and M5 Max processors. The redesigned 14-inch and 16-inch laptops also weigh less than their predecessors and promise up to 24 hours of battery life. The redesigned MacBook Pro also brings back Apple's glowing logo on the lid, reviving a signature design feature last seen on the MacBook Pro in 2016.
New deck-mounted launcher could help US Navy warships unleash missiles for longer Original
BAE Systems has tested a new missile launcher designed to help U.S. Navy ships replenish their weapons without returning to port. The Adaptable Deck Launcher (ADL) completed its first live-fire demonstration in California on October 27, 2026. The system could give American warships more flexibility when operating far from established naval bases. The launcher uses existing Mk 41 Vertical Launching System (VLS) technology to simplify integration with established naval equipment.
China’s 5,000-mile H-6K bomber shows off pods built to disrupt enemy radar systems Original
China’s H-6K strategic bomber has appeared in images carrying two suspected electronic warfare pods, hinting at a possible upgrade to its long-range strike capabilities. The equipment could help the aircraft interfere with enemy radar without relying entirely on dedicated electronic warfare escorts. The photographs surfaced on social media Saturday, but their authenticity remains unverified. They show two pods mounted beneath the bomber’s wings.
Mach 5 air-launched missile for B-52 bomber moves closer to US military service Original
Lockheed Martin has secured a $694 million U.S. Air Force contract to manufacture its Air-Launched Rapid Response Weapon (ARRW), advancing efforts to field an air-launched hypersonic strike system. Designed to travel beyond Mach 5, the weapon aims to help American forces engage targets quickly from long distances. The award also brings production capacity into focus.
Autonomous pilot assistant flies three Pegasus tankers for 20 hours in world first Original
An AI-powered cockpit assistant has completed five flights aboard three operational U.S. Air Force tanker aircraft, testing how software can support pilots without controlling the aircraft. Beacon AI’s Murdock system logged approximately 20 hours aboard KC-46A Pegasus tankers during August and September 2026. The demonstrations took place under an Air Force AFWERX Tactical Funding Increase (TACFI) agreement with Air Mobility Command (AMC).
Hybrid-electric aircraft makes Manhattan aviation first with 150-foot takeoff
Electra has demonstrated a way to bring fixed-wing air travel into urban spaces that conventional airplanes cannot use. Its hybrid-electric demonstrator recently took off and landed at Downtown Skyport in Lower Manhattan, marking what the company describes as the heliport's first such operation by an airplane without vertical takeoff capability. The flight points to a potential new role for compact aviation sites across the United States.
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