TV Boxes, Factory Malware, And Google’s 1.3-Million-Device Botnet Takedown

Google says it disrupted XCPE, a botnet of more than 1.3 million TV boxes, and alleges their manufacturer built the firmware backdoor for profit.

A 2027 Guide To The 7 Best Thunderbolt Docking Stations

A source-based guide compares seven Thunderbolt docks by ports, charging, monitor support and compatibility. Verify current specs and prices before buying.

Restaurant Groups: How To Review Food Supplier Invoices

A proposed invoice-auditing workflow would compare restaurant suppliers’ bills with orders, deliveries and agreed prices; its value still needs testing.

Why Facts And Writing Matter In The AI Chatbot Copyright Debate

An EU court adviser says chatbot answers may infringe publishers’ rights if they bypass access barriers or closely reproduce an article’s expression.

15 Best Educational Microscopes for Kids in 2027

Compare 15 educational microscopes for kids, from simple beginner models to screen-equipped kits, and find the right fit for age, use, and learning goals.

An AI Model Edited Another: Astra’s Loop-Focused Repair

Researchers report that GPT-6 Astra edited two layers of Qwen3.5-0.8B, raising its MATH-500 score while reducing—but not eliminating—loops.

Z.ai’s Legal AI Ranks Near The Top: A Look Beyond The 1-In-5 Pass Rate

Z.ai’s GLM Legal placed seventh of 81 models on Vals AI’s Harvey benchmark, passing every criterion on about one in five tasks.

What We Can Learn From A Time When Almost Everyone Farmed

A history of farming’s shrinking workforce shows how tools, fertiliser and crop breeding raised output—and why the shift took generations.

Bangladesh’s Garment Wage Board Draws Attention Beyond Dhaka

Bangladesh appointed a six-member garment wage board on Nov. 1 as workers demanded a 30,000-taka minimum wage and factory walkouts disrupted production.

Will Communities Pay For Power And Water Used By OpenAI’s Compute Campuses?

OpenAI confirmed it will use “compute campuses,” but power, grid and water costs for AI facilities remain only partly accounted for.