The Scale ReportData Centers Turn to Retired Jet Engines to Bypass Power Queues
Operators like xAI and OpenAI are deploying converted jet turbines to bypass multi-year delays for grid connections at new AI facilities.
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The Scale ReportMIT Researchers Observe AI Agents Inventing Games in Simulation
Researchers at MIT deployed 13 autonomous agents using Claude Opus 4.7, revealing that free exploration improves task performance in robots.
The Scale ReportNYT Cooking AI Assistant Offers Practical Help for Home Cooks
The new generative AI feature in the NYT Cooking app helps with ingredient substitutions and recipe scaling but requires user oversight.
The Scale ReportMegaspeed executive allegedly recruited to spy on Jensen Huang
US intelligence reports suggest an executive at Singapore-based firm Megaspeed was tapped by Chinese security to monitor the Nvidia CEO.
The Scale ReportTechCrunch Founder Summit Offers Networking Focused Strategy
The TechCrunch event in Boston aims to replace aimless mingling with curated sessions and one on one meetings to help startups scale.
The Scale ReportOpenAI Reaches $1.25 Trillion Valuation Amid IPO Speculation
OpenAI secures $11 billion in new funding while competitor Anthropic moves toward a public offering as industry sentiment shifts.
The Scale ReportAkai readies open-source MPC Sample Key for modding community
Akai moves to embrace custom firmware developers with an open-source 37-key hardware device, prioritizing moddable software and SDK access.
The Scale ReportApple Weighs Revenue Gains From Third-Party AI Integrations
Apple CFO Kevan Parekh suggests third-party AI partnerships may offset App Store revenue declines caused by ongoing regulatory pressure.
The Scale ReportAirbnb Sets 2027 Launch Date for Custom AI Travel Agent
Brian Chesky aims to move beyond standard chatbots with a generative interface designed to handle complex travel planning and support.
The Scale ReportData centers face mounting headwinds after U.S. midterm elections
Voters rejected infrastructure projects as tech giants like OpenAI attempt to rebrand their facilities amidst shifting political tides.
The Scale ReportOllie AI Assistant to Close Doors Following Competitive Crunch
The privacy-focused startup Ollie will cease operations on November 6 after failing to secure enough market traction against larger rivals.
The Scale ReportQualcomm Pivots to Data Centers as Smartphone Demand Fades
Qualcomm targets 30 percent of its future revenue from data center chips as mobile sales slump and AI demand rises.
The Scale ReportFreckle Launches Child Focused Smartphone to Curb Scrolling
Freckle is bringing a $199 device to market that removes social media and web browsing, prioritizing outdoor exploration over screen time.
The Scale ReportReddit pivots to logged-in model as search traffic declines
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The Scale ReportMeta Integrates Real-Time Voice Conversations Into Muse AI
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The Scale ReportChina Targeted Nvidia Chief in Intelligence Effort
Beijing reportedly recruited an AI executive to gain access to Jensen Huang and influence American chip availability.
The Scale ReportRivian expands Volkswagen joint venture to include AI tech
Rivian will license its in-house voice assistant to Volkswagen Group as part of an expanding $5.8 billion automotive software partnership.
The Scale ReportWall Street Figures Debate Longevity of the AI Market Surge
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The Scale ReportAI Is Transforming the San Francisco Dating Scene
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The Scale ReportSouth Carolina Fined $500,000 Following Field Storming
The University of South Carolina must pay a hefty penalty to Tennessee after fans rushed the field, highlighting strict SEC access rules.
The Scale ReportTech Leaders Face Backlash Over Out of Touch AI Projections
Silicon Valley executives are facing scrutiny for proposing AI-driven life optimizations that critics argue feel dystopian and exclusionary.
The Scale ReportJacob Misiorowski Powers Milwaukee Brewers World Series Run
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The Scale ReportKevin Roose Launches Machine Gods Podcast Amid AI Pivot
After leaving The New York Times, Kevin Roose discusses his new media venture and his book detailing the urgent rise of AGI labs.
The Scale ReportWorld Series matchup highlights two teams chasing first title
The Milwaukee Brewers and Tampa Bay Rays are competing in a historic World Series, marking a rare clash between two franchises without a ring.
The Scale ReportGamer Upgrades Setup for Anticipated GTA 6 Launch
A Reddit user has secured a 77-inch LG OLED TV and PS5 Pro to prepare for the long awaited release of Grand Theft Auto 6 in late 2026.
The Scale ReportErnie Johnson Debuts Good With That Segment on Sports TV
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The Scale ReportESPN Originals to Chronicle Premier Lacrosse League Growth
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The Scale ReportBlue Planet III Embraces Imperfections to Prove Reality
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