Jul 20, 2026Twila Rosenbaum
Many executives are cutting engineering teams, believing AI can replace them. But AI-generated code often leads to massive cloud bills and fragile systems. This article explains why human architects and engineers are indispensable for building maintainable, cost-effective software.
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Jul 20, 2026Twila Rosenbaum
Enterprise AI adoption is far from uniform. While some teams have fully deployed agents and AI-generated code, others remain in pilot mode. Recent surveys show only a third of organizations are scaling AI, and governance remains a top hurdle. The divide is not between companies but between teams that can absorb AI operationally and those that cannot.
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Jul 20, 2026Twila Rosenbaum
Linus Torvalds has expressed measured support for AI tools in Linux kernel development, despite earlier complaints about AI-generated vulnerability reports flooding mailing lists. He emphasizes that developers should be free to choose, and notes potential productivity improvements. This stance reflects a nuanced perspective on the technology's role in open source.
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Jul 19, 2026Twila Rosenbaum
Kanya Sesser, a 23-year-old model born without legs, is breaking barriers in the fashion industry. She recently partnered with PantyProp for an underwear campaign called 'Everyday (Un)Altered' that showcases her doing everyday activities. The shoot emphasizes empowerment and body positivity. Sesser's story went viral earlier this year for her fearless attitude and career as a skateboarder and surfer.
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Jul 19, 2026Twila Rosenbaum
Suni Lee has announced her return to elite gymnastics, aiming for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics. She joins Jade Carey and Katelyn Ohashi in a growing list of potential team members. The article explores the roster possibilities, including Simone Biles and Jordan Chiles, and provides historical context on U.S. women's gymnastics dominance.
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Jul 19, 2026Twila Rosenbaum
Rosé of Blackpink achieves a historic solo milestone as her single "Apt." reaches No. 1 on the Billboard Digital Song Sales chart. This accomplishment surpasses her group's record, as Blackpink never topped this chart. The article explores Rosé’s journey from group member to solo artist, the role of Bruno Mars, and the shifting dynamics of K-pop in the US market.
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Jul 18, 2026Twila Rosenbaum
Notion has announced the shutdown of its Notion Mail email client, set for September 22, 2025. The company cites that over half of users already manage emails through AI agents, bypassing the traditional inbox. The move effectively ends the remnants of the Skiff acquisition, which brought encrypted email tools to Notion in 2024. Users are advised to export drafts by September 21, as email history remains in Gmail.
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Jul 18, 2026Twila Rosenbaum
IBM has announced a groundbreaking chip architecture that it calls the world’s first sub-1 nanometer technology. The nanostack design vertically stacks transistors, allowing up to 100 billion transistors on a chip the size of a fingernail. This promises up to 50% higher performance or 70% greater energy efficiency compared to IBM's 2nm node. The technology is aimed at powering next-generation AI data centers and could enter commercial production within a decade.
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Jul 18, 2026Twila Rosenbaum
Conde Nast has amended its user agreement exclusively for Ars Technica, granting itself a perpetual, royalty-free license to user content for service-related purposes. The change replaces a previous section and expands the company's rights to modify, distribute, and commercialize user submissions. This update raises questions about user privacy and content ownership on the platform.
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