AWS’s Fastest Growth In Five Years Puts Amazon’s Cash Spending In Focus

AWS revenue rose 39% in Q3, while Amazon spent $75.9 billion on capital investment and reported negative trailing 12-month free cash flow.

10 AI Tools To Explore For Different Workflows In 2027

A source-based guide to 10 Canon, Sony and Tamron lenses, from fast standard zooms and budget primes to wildlife telephotos.

10 Best Studio Monitor Headphones For Accurate Mixing And Tracking In 2027

A 10-model headphone guide compares studio options for tracking and mixing, with attention to isolation, comfort, specifications and price.

14 Best Aiper Pool Vacuums for Effortless Cleaning & Maintenance

Compare the 14 best Aiper pool vacuums for 2027. Find the right model for above-ground or inground pools, cordless freedom, and smart features.

AI Report Writing For Private Investigators And Legaltech

A proposed AI report tool would turn PI field notes, photos and GPS logs into draft reports. Its legal quality and time savings remain to be tested.

ByteDance GenAI R&D Head’s Exit Follows Two Other Core Member Departures

A 36Kr headline reports that ByteDance’s GenAI R&D head is leaving for embodied intelligence, alongside three core-member departures in four months.

6 Best Ring Doorbells to Secure Your Home in 2027

Compare the top 6 Ring doorbell models for 2027. Discover which wired or battery option fits your home, from the 2K Wired to subscription-free alternatives.

Band To Watch: PISS

Vancouver band PISS has released its debut album, you made me / skin on linen, a work about sexual violence, trauma and personal autonomy.

Wolfgang Van Halen’s Mammoth Part Ways With Drummer Garrett Whitlock

Mammoth says it has amicably parted ways with touring drummer Garrett Whitlock. Nathan Bulla will join the band for dates starting Oct. 31 in Chile.

7 Best Halloween Wireless Party Speakers for Spooky Gatherings in 2027

Compare seven Halloween wireless party speakers, from skull-shaped novelty picks to a karaoke-ready party model, and find the right fit for your gathering.

Tame Impala Cover Seal’s “Kiss From A Rose” For Like A Version: Watch

Tame Impala returned to triple j’s Like a Version with a cover of Seal’s “Kiss from a Rose,” Kevin Parker’s fourth appearance on the show.

Boys Noize – “Nächsteliebe” (Feat. Brutalismus 3000)

Boys Noize has released “Nächsteliebe,” a collaboration with Brutalismus 3000 ahead of his solo album 7LLVSION, due Nov. 6.

What Cisco Firewall Users Should Know About VPN Disabling Attacks

Cisco says attackers are exploiting CVE-2026-76418, which can remotely restart affected firewall devices. Administrators should check exposure and patch.

15 Best Wireless MIDI Keyboards for Music Production in 2027

Compare 15 wireless MIDI keyboards for music production, including compact Bluetooth controllers, feature-rich mini keys, and portable options with built-in sounds.

11 Best DJ Costume Microphones for Stage-Inspired Dress-Up in 2027

Compare 11 DJ costume microphones, from wearable headset props to multipacks. Find the right fit for kids, group costumes, and stage-inspired looks.

Could Telegram’s Android Call Flaw Affect Your Next Step?

NebuSec says a Telegram Android call bug was fixed in version 12.10.4. The exploit chain is not independently documented; update and review call settings.

What Cisco SD-WAN Malware Says About The Appeal Of Network Edge Boxes

Cisco Talos says KeyDrift malware stole SD-WAN key material after attackers exploited a critical flaw. The scope and any exposed keys remain unclear.

Merry Halloween: A Scarily Early Guide To This Year’s New Christmas Albums

Stereogum’s early holiday-album guide lists new releases from Sufjan Stevens, Alanis Morissette, Hilary Duff and others, with dates from October to December.

How Gemini’s Visual AI Works With XREAL AURA

Google and XREAL launched AURA on Oct. 28, combining see-through Android XR glasses with Gemini visual assistance. Privacy and battery details remain open.

AI Before Launch: Who Tests It, And How Much Do Britain And The US Pay?

Britain confirmed £120m for frontier AI testing over four years. A fair annual comparison puts UK funding at about 8–9 times the US center’s.

China’s Newest AI Models: Examining The Report On GPT-6 Astra

The Information reported that DeepSeek and Moonshot used GPT-6 Astra outputs to train new models. The companies have not confirmed the claim.

Could Worries About AI Jobs Be Shaping Computer Science Enrollment?

Early fall 2026 data show computer science enrollment down across college levels, but AI’s role in the decline is not established.

Understanding The Claims Behind Anthropic’s AI-Built Attack Chains

Anthropic says an unreleased Claude model linked bugs into attacks across five platforms. Vendor records confirm some fixes; key details remain unverified.

AI Search Advertising: Google’s Push Beyond Traditional Results

Google is expanding ads in AI Mode to 10 countries and adding them to U.S. follow-up questions as Search revenue growth slows.

From AI-Generated Pull Requests To Human Review: GitHub’s Changing Workflow

GitHub says AI agents started over 40% of September pull requests. New review tools put more focus on human oversight, approval rules and cost.

Introducing Two Open AI Models For Apple Speech And Decisions

Hugging Face announced two Swift packages for selecting speech-recognition and decision models, including on-device options. Independent benchmarks were not provided.

Justice Recruit Gesaffelstein For New GTA 6 Song “Pusher”: Stream

Justice and Gesaffelstein’s roughly seven-minute track “Pusher” will feature on the GTA 6 original score, set for physical release December 11.

6 Best Halloween DJ Turntables for Spooky Displays in 2027

Compare Halloween DJ turntables, from animated skeletons and inflatables to a playable building set, and find the right fit for your spooky setup.

15 Best Portable PA Systems for Halloween in 2027

Compare 15 portable PA systems for Halloween parties, haunted paths, and neighborhood events, with picks for sound, portability, microphones, and setup.

The Fine Print Behind Gemini 4 Carbon’s One-Point AI Ranking Lead

Gemini 4 Carbon tops Artificial Analysis’s v5 index at 59 points, but wins four of nine tests and is not yet publicly available.

10 Best Mirrorless Cameras In 2027 For Beginners And Enthusiasts On Any Budget

A 2027 buying guide compares 10 mirrorless camera picks for beginners and enthusiasts, with tradeoffs in sensor size, autofocus, video and lenses.

What Microsoft Got Right With Investors As Alphabet Faced Pressure

Microsoft shares rose after earnings while Alphabet fell. Cash flow, forecasts and AI infrastructure spending helped shape investors’ opposing reactions.

Europe’s Governments And AI: The Work, The Files And The Bot Replies

Reports from the Netherlands, Britain and Sweden show AI’s role in public services, while a UK consultation drew 90,835 replies flagged as bots.

What Happens When You Step Into A World Made By Genie 4?

Google DeepMind demonstrated Genie 4, an AI model for interactive worlds with sound and live text changes. Access remains limited, and demos are curated.

Queens Of The Stone Age Unveil New Single “Run Away From The Mob”: Stream

Queens of the Stone Age share “Run Away from the Mob,” a single from Perfecth, due Friday through Matador Records.

John Stamos Unveils California Sound As Mike Love’s Health Issues Cloud The Beach Boys’ Future

John Stamos and the California Sound will take over two EPCOT dates originally billed as the Beach Boys, as Mike Love focuses on rehabilitation.

7 Best Premium Ring Security Bundles in 2027 for Ultimate Home Protection

Discover the 7 best premium Ring security bundles for 2027. Compare the Ring Alarm Pro, multi-cam packs, and starter kits to find your ideal home protection setup.

5 Best Halloween DJ Headphones in 2027

Compare five Halloween DJ headset props by fit, comfort, styling, and set size to find the right costume accessory for your party or cosplay.

This Is The Kit – “Safety Valve” (Feat. Richard Dawson)

This Is The Kit has released “Safety Valve,” a duet with Richard Dawson from the forthcoming album Ghost Coat, due Jan. 15 on Memphis Industries.

15 Best Halloween Sound Activated Speakers for Spooky Atmosphere in 2027

Discover the best Halloween sound activated speakers for 2027. Compare motion sensors, volume levels, and DIY options to find the perfect spooky audio setup.

A Practical Framework For Agent Approval And Auditing

A proposed pilot would require AI agents to get single-use approval for sensitive API actions and log each grant or denial.

Could ByteDance’s Robotics Team Help Bring AI Into Physical Spaces?

Asia Business Outlook reports ByteDance is expanding robotics hiring, but roles, locations, hiring numbers and projects remain unspecified.

The Boring First Version Behind Our AI Horror-Comedy, Hollow House

The 97-second AI horror-comedy Hollow House took three versions in one night. Its creator says the key change was editing rhythm, not image quality.

How Meta’s AI Agent Interacts With Your Messages—and What You Can Limit

Meta’s Muse can use connected messages and keep notes about people in a user’s life. Here is what is reported, what users can limit and what remains unclear.

10 Best 4K Webcams For AI Content Creation And Professional Video In 2027

A 2027 buying guide compares 10 4K webcams for creators and video professionals, weighing resolution, frame rates, software, low-light results and privacy.

Scope Creep Detection For B2B Consulting Teams

A proposed tool would compare client requests with contracted scope and track extra work. Its value remains unproven pending a three-month test.

The AI Metrics Debate: What Amazon’s Bets Add To The Conversation

Amazon’s Oct. 27 engineering memo warns that token counts and AI adoption can distort incentives, while its own AI investments offer a wider test of outcomes.

AI Agents And Banking: Protect Your Login While Delegating Tasks

Bank of America cautioned customers against giving AI agents banking credentials as financial firms weigh trust, liability and controls for agent activity.

The Claude Book Training Allegations And Their Potential IPO Impact

A 2025 ruling found pirated book downloads unlawful but Claude training fair use. New author suits and Anthropic’s IPO filing raise separate questions.

Six Clues To The AI Boom’s Health Before Big Tech Reports

SK hynix posted record operating profit as investors await Microsoft, Alphabet and Amazon results. Six indicators show the AI boom’s strengths and risks.

13 Best Affordable Smart Home Devices That Make Your Life Easier in 2027

Compare 13 affordable smart home devices, from smart plugs to thermostats, and find the right fit for your assistant, wiring, and home setup.

Maná To Stream Their Performance At The Legendary Red Rocks Amphitheatre For Free On YouTube

Maná will premiere a recording of its September Red Rocks shows on YouTube on Nov. 6, with the concert special available free on demand.

Stephen Steinbrink – “I’m A Swimming Pool”

Stephen Steinbrink released “I’m A Swimming Pool,” the final single before his album In A Split Mirror, with an animated video he made himself.

3 Best Halloween DJ Lighting Controllers in 2027

Compare three Halloween DJ lighting controllers for fixture compatibility, scene programming, music-synced effects, and the tradeoffs that shape your setup.

CHVRCHES Unveil New Single “Overthinker”: Stream

CHVRCHES release “Overthinker,” the second preview of All The King’s Men, due January 22, and announce a 2027 tour.

14 Best Halloween Ambient Light Projectors for Spooky Seasonal Lighting in 2027

Compare 14 Halloween ambient light projectors for patterns, coverage, indoor and outdoor use, controls, and the right fit for your display.

13 Best Halloween Music Production Software for Spooky Soundtracks in 2027

Compare 13 Halloween music production software options for eerie sound design, soundtrack production, audio editing, and recording workflows.