Android automatically links phone numbers to accounts on a device
Google's documentation says the default verification setting also covers accounts added later and replacement SIM numbers.
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Warhound raises US$200 million to develop genetically engineered military dogs
The startup expects its first dogs in early 2027, with Anduril set to develop protective equipment and supporting software.
Formic raises US$50 million to expand into general-purpose factory robots
The financing includes a Mercato Partners-led Series B and debt from S2G Investments, with no breakdown disclosed.
Capcom reports breach affecting more than 11.7 million users
The company said account email addresses were exposed, while 196 accounts had passwords changed without authorization. Credit card information was not involved.
Canceled Mass Effect game planned as a spy thriller
An internal trailer and accounts from people involved in the project describe a customizable N7 agent and missions built around player choice.
Balloon observatory detects fine magnetic threads above quiet areas of the Sun
Computer simulations suggest that surface movements twist magnetic fields into the narrow structures observed higher in the solar atmosphere.
Bennu samples suggest its ingredients mixed near the early Solar System’s ice line
An ETH Zurich study links Bennu’s chemistry to Ryugu and rare meteorites, suggesting Jupiter may have influenced how their ingredients came together.
Study finds safety bias in everyday language
Researchers propose measuring word meaning through power, danger and structure rather than relying on emotional dimensions.
Ken Kutaragi says keeping PlayStation discs is economically unreasonable
Sony plans to halt production of disc-based PlayStation games starting in January 2028, citing players’ increasing preference for downloads.
OpenAI and Poland’s NASK agree to collaborate on AI safety
The partnership will evaluate advanced AI systems and develop safeguards, building on earlier cybersecurity work involving CERT Polska.
