A Research Leader Behind ChatGPT’s Mental Health Work Is Leaving OpenAI

The model policy team leads core parts of AI safety research, including how ChatGPT responds to users in crisis.

The Hard-Left Shooters Leading a Gun Culture Revolution

Earlier this year, I attended a shooting competition for queer, often trans, very online misfits. Then Charlie Kirk was killed.

How to Get the Perfect Surround Sound Speaker Setup

Investing in a great surround sound system is the best way to get the movie theater experience at home. Here’s everything you need to know to get started.

Game Theory Explains How Algorithms Can Drive Up Prices

Recent findings reveal that even simple pricing algorithms can make things more expensive.

MediaWorld Accidentally Sold iPads for €15 and Asked for Them Back: “It Was a Clear Mistake”

The advantageous offer appeared to loyalty card holders of the European electronics chain on November 8. After 11 days, the company began contacting those who made purchases, calling it a “clear mistake.”

Activists Are Using ‘Fortnite’ to Fight Back Against ICE

Players are role-playing ICE raids in Fortnite and Grand Theft Auto to prepare for real-world situations.

OpenAI Locks Down San Francisco Offices Following Alleged Threat From Activist

A message on OpenAI’s internal Slack claimed the activist in question had expressed interest in “causing physical harm to OpenAI employees.”

Valve Says Steam Machine Isn’t a Console—but It Is

Consoles are good, actually.

Gear News of the Week: Matter 1.5 Adds Smart Home Camera Support, and Gemini Comes to Android Auto

Plus: Omega debuts a new Seamaster Planet Ocean, and DJI has a new action camera.

US Border Patrol Is Spying on Millions of American Drivers

Plus: The SEC lets SolarWinds off the hook, Microsoft stops a historic DDoS attack, and FBI documents reveal the agency spied on an immigration activist Signal group in New York City.