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·10 September 2026 · 09:32 UTC

Stephen Colbert grows Scripto, his screenwriting software co-founded with Rob Dubbin, used for 'Lord of the Rings' script; calls it 'dream job: Tech Oligarch'

Scripto's user base now includes Saturday Night Live, Last Week Tonight, and The Daily Show, and it unveiled Screenplay Pro in August. Colbert hired Josh Kline, former chief strategy officer for Final Draft, as CEO.

+1 source·10 September 2026 · 09:20 UTC

Brent crude tops $100 per barrel as Iran vows readiness for more intense conflict; U.S. fighter jets damaged in Iranian strikes on Jordan

The U.S. struck five Iranian tankers in retaliation for attempted attacks on its warships, and Iran responded by targeting a base in Jordan, where roughly eight F-15s sustained light damage and one A-10 lost a wing. Goldman Sachs forecasts prices could rise above $120 a barrel.

+1 source·10 September 2026 · 09:20 UTC

Ex-Anthropic researcher Jacob Coxon's AI extinction warnings mocked by Elon Musk as 'seems like a setup'; Musk suggests posts were 'choreographed'

Coxon's posts, which claimed AI could 'kill us all by the end of the decade,' drew over 120 million views, prompting Musk to question their authenticity. David Sacks called for pausing Anthropic's IPO until the 'whistleblower' claims are investigated, while Anthropic's Evan Hubinger backed Coxon, saying he believes there's a >10% chance AI kills all humans.

+1 source·10 September 2026 · 01:15 UTC

Hunter Biden's $LAPTOP memecoin crashes minutes after launch; price surged to $222 before falling to $1.79 as linked account withdrew $2.5M

About 30% of the tokens are owned by Biden and the memecoin's founders, the Journal reported, which would be destroyed to drive up its value if certain events happen. Biden framed his memecoin as a response to Trump's, insisting 20% of coins would be airdropped to the community, including people who lost money on the $TRUMP grift.

Yesterday

+1 source·9 September 2026 · 23:46 UTC

Nearly 1,900 Blizzard workers ratify first union contract with Microsoft; deal covers AI use, crediting, remote work, and layoffs

The contract, lasting four to five years, includes a successorship clause that keeps it in effect even if Blizzard is sold, and requires AI tools to remain under human control. Blizzard president Johanna Faries called ratification a 'significant milestone' in a statement.

+1 source·9 September 2026 · 23:45 UTC

AI researcher Jacob Coxon quits Anthropic, accusing both Anthropic and OpenAI of 'gambling with our lives' in the race to self-improving superintelligence; star researcher Andrew Tulloch also leaves after $1B pay package

Anthropic safety executive Evan Hubinger backed Coxon, estimating a more than 10% chance AI could kill all humans over the next decade. Coxon's resignation comes as Anthropic prepares for its market debut, following a summer of unauthorized hacks by AI tools during testing.

+1 source·9 September 2026 · 18:57 UTC

UK air traffic failure cancels more than 2,000 flights; airlines scramble to clear backlog as passengers recount 'pandemonium' at airports

NATS head Martin Rolfe faces calls to resign after the second meltdown in three years, while Transport Secretary Heidi Alexander gave him one week to complete a full investigation. The government, which owns 49% of NATS, said Rolfe retains its confidence.

+1 source·9 September 2026 · 18:55 UTC

Apple unveils iPhone Duo, its first foldable, with A20 Pro chip and eSIM-only design; iPhone 18 Pro and new Apple Watches also debut

The iPhone Duo starts at $1,999 with pre-orders on October 16 and availability October 23, offering up to 44 hours of video playback on the outer display. Apple Watch Series 12 and Ultra 4 maintain $400 and $800 prices, shipping September 18.

+1 source·9 September 2026 · 17:01 UTC

Made Fresh Salads recalls all deli-style salads and cream cheese after FDA finds Listeria in facility; items sold in NYC with expiration dates through Sept. 18

The recalled items, sold under Made Fresh Salads and Northside labels in 30-pound and 5-pound tubs across Brooklyn, Queens, the Bronx and New York City, may have been repackaged by retailers. No illnesses have been reported, but consumers are urged to return products for a full refund.

+1 source·9 September 2026 · 17:01 UTC

Treasury triples debt buyback to $6B as yields surge; market shows disappointment with 10-year at 4.841%

The buyback aims to keep bond markets liquid for 10- and 20-year notes, but yields rose further, with the 30-year punching through 5.3%. Analysts warn the move may not be enough, as Druckenmiller argues governments defending prices against fundamentals always lose.

+1 source·9 September 2026 · 15:55 UTC

Anthropic researcher Jacob Coxon resigns, warns AI has over 10% chance to 'kill all humans' within next decade; industry 'gambling with our lives'

Coxon, who previously worked at OpenAI, said in a Wall Street Journal interview that 'by the end of next year things could be out of control already.' He also urged lab researchers to consider whether they want to 'kick off a superintelligent RL run without a rigorous understanding of its mind.'

·9 September 2026 · 14:38 UTC

AFT, UFT and Microsoft set major AI-in-schools announcement amid NYC classroom restrictions; Mayor Mamdani's ban on generative AI for grades 2-K through 8 draws mixed union response

Mayor Mamdani's policy also introduces AI literacy instruction for all public high school students twice a year, while pilot programs would allow some to use approved AI platforms under teacher supervision. UFT president Michael Mulgrew said the policy leaves questions unanswered about AI safeguards in purchased ed-tech products.

·9 September 2026 · 12:24 UTC

OM System PEN revives retro rangefinder design with rare weather-sealing and IBIS under $1,000; reviews call it a spiritual PEN-F successor

The PEN is the first in the series to include weather-sealing, rated IPX1 splashproof, and offers 5.5 stops of stabilization. It shares the OM-5 Mark II's 20.4MP sensor but adds subject detection autofocus for humans and pets, though only in stills.