Public research university in Toronto, founded 1827, rooted in King's College legacy
Anthropic has called for a coordinated global option to slow or temporarily pause frontier AI development, warning that models are accelerating their own improvement and could enable recursive self‑improvement. The proposal has prompted debate with OpenAI and US officials as both firms race to release models and prepare IPOs.
Meta has announced a new line of smart glasses with AI-assisted features, priced at $299 and developed with EssilorLuxottica. The glasses lack Ray-Ban/Oakley branding, and Meta is positioning them as fashion-forward wearables. Competitors like Snap and Google are racing to release their own AI eyewear.
Prime Day discounts have slashed prices on Apple Watch SE 3, Series 11, and Ultra 3. The SE 3 gains major upgrades, while the Series 11 and Ultra 3 offer advanced health features and outdoor durability. Deals vary by model, with continued price drops through the event.
Google has released a stand-alone Google Finance app for Android, bringing the AI-powered web facelift to mobile. The app mirrors the updated Finance web experience, including AI-generated key moments, an AI research tool, and chat-based insights tied to users’ portfolios and watchlists. An iOS version is planned for later, with more features rolling out over time.
A review of three consumer ice makers finds Ninja Creami remains the top pick for versatility, while rivals Nutribullet Chill and Cuisinart FastFreeze carve out niches for compact spaces and budget options. New premium models promise smarter controls and faster ice, but price remains a consideration for households.
Kouloglou’s iPhone has been hacked at least three times with Pegasus spyware during 2022–2023, while he served on the PEGA Committee investigating spyware abuses in the EU. Citizen Lab’s report says the breaches used a now-patched Apple vulnerability; the attacker’s identity remains unclear. Kouloglou plans to sue NSO Group.