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3+ hour, 57+ min ago (539+ words) The company's next model could be around the corner. Here's what's driving it. Follow ZDNET: Add us as a preferred source on Google.ZDNET's key takeawaysOpenAI felt the squeeze of recent OpenAI and Anthropic releases.CEO Sam Altman has reportedly initiated a "code red."As a result, OpenAI is working on a new "Garlic" model. Following Google's release of Gemini 3, which quickly rose to the top of the LMArena AI leaderboard, OpenAI CEO Sam Altman informed employees that he was declaring a "code red." The aim was to further improve ChatGPT to better compete, according to a report by The Information Now, a follow-up report from the publication reveals that the company is developing a new model in response, codenamed Garlic. (Disclosure: Ziff Davis, ZDNET's parent company, filed an April 2025 lawsuit against OpenAI, alleging…...

4+ hour, 48+ min ago (607+ words) The Trump administration announced plans Wednesday to lower fuel economy standards for cars and light trucks sold in the United States. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration regulates fuel economy rules under Corporate Average Fuel Economy (CAFE) Standards. Those rules, first enacted by Congress in 1975, dictate how far vehicles must travel on a gallon of fuel. In 2024, automakers had to average 30.1 mpg across their fleets, which they beat, delivering 35.4 mpg, according to CAFE calculations. Trump also said he would authorize the Department of Transportation to allow automakers to manufacture "really small cars" like the kind found in Japan and South Korea. The White House claims that existing regulations would have caused automotive prices to increase by $1,000 per vehicle. The previous Trump administration made the same argument in 2020, when it last rolled back fuel economy standards. Since that rollback, though, the…...

5+ hour, 41+ min ago (252+ words) Vulcan Elements, a rare-earth magnets startup backed by Donald Trump Jr.s VC firm 1789 Capital, has secured a $620 million contract from the U.S. Department of Defense, as reported by the Financial Times. The contract is part of a $1.4 billion partnership with the U.S. government and ReElement Technologies to expand and boost the domestic supply of magnets, according to the company. Trump Jr. joined 1789 Capital as a partner in 2024. The firm is said to have invested in Vulcan Elements around three months ago, according to Bloomberg. In August, the company announced a $65 million Series A led by Altimeter Capital. This government contract represents the largest ever made by the Pentagons Office of Strategic Capital, the FT reported. This year alone, at least four 1789 companies have received government contracts, FT reported. The firm is also a backer of SpaceX and Anduril, two long-time sellers…...

7+ hour, 22+ min ago (357+ words) Published Dec 3, 2025 1:15 PM EST As comet 3I/ATLAS continues its exciting journey through our solar system, scientists are still learning everything they can about this special space rock. It is only the second interstellar object ever tracked through our solar system and is among the fastest comets ever observed." As the 3I/ATLAS nears its closest distance to Earth, an international team of astronomers now says the space rock may be covered in active, icy cryovolcanoes. If true, the evidence detailed in their pre-print study may force researchers to reconsider how comets form'not only in deep space, but our own solar system. The cryovolcanism on 3I/ATLAS is even more unique given the object's origins. While eruptions are usually more acute, 3I/ATLAS lacks the protective, dusty mantle seen in our solar system's comets. This would explain why its entire surface erupted in such…...

7+ hour, 40+ min ago (216+ words) Two more nuclear companies have been awarded large grants by the Trump administration. The Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA) and Holtec will each receive $400 million from the Department of Energy to build small modular reactors based on existing nuclear fission technology." The TVA will build one 300-megawatt reactor from GE Vernova Hitachi in Tennessee, while Holtec will build two of its 300-megawatt reactors in Michigan." Tech companies have warmed to nuclear power in recent years as their demand for electricity has grown alongside their AI ambitions. The reactors to be built are considered Generation III+ designs, which are refinements of existing designs that have been in use for decades. By shrinking them down to "small modular" size, the hope is that costs will come down as parts are mass produced and engineering and construction crews become more familiar with building them....

8+ hour, 22+ min ago (616+ words) James is a published author with multiple pop-history and science books to his name. He specializes in history, space, strange science, and anything out of the ordinary.View full profile Katy has a BA in Humanities and Philosophy, with over 20 years of experience in online and print publishing. She was named the Association of British Science Writers' Editor of the Year in 2023. PUNCH's observations of 3I/ATLAS, taken from September 28 to October 10, 2025. The object to the left is Mars. Interstellar comet 3I/ATLAS will make its closest approach to Earth this month, whizzing by at 270 million kilometers (168 million miles) away, putting on a show for anyone equipped even with a small telescope or binoculars." By now, you have likely heard of our third confirmed interstellar visitor, but for those of you who aren't up to speed with the news (or wild conspiracy…...

8+ hour, 37+ min ago (623+ words) Uncertainty is, in many ways, one of the only certainties in business. It doesn't take much to find experimental evidence of this somewhat-pithy statement; the last two decades' many chaotic lurches from one international incident to another should suffice as proof, whether you examine the banking crisis of 2008, the coronavirus pandemic of 2020, the [] The post Key Strategies for Corporates to Manage Money Transfer Amid Geopolitical Uncertainty appeared first on TechBullion. Uncertainty is, in many ways, one of the only certainties in business. It doesn't take much to find experimental evidence of this somewhat-pithy statement; the last two decades' many chaotic lurches from one international incident to another should suffice as proof, whether you examine the banking crisis of 2008, the coronavirus pandemic of 2020, the Russo-Ukrainian war or the various industry shocks experienced as a result of failing international trade routes. Now…...

8+ hour, 37+ min ago (370+ words) Another unique benefit of learning English online is the opportunity for cultural interaction. Many platforms bring together learners and instructors from around the globe. These cross-cultural exchanges help learners build global awareness and develop soft skills like empathy and adaptability " qualities that are increasingly valued in modern workplaces. Strong communication is the foundation of any successful career. From sending clear emails to presenting ideas confidently, your ability to express yourself in English can influence everything from job interviews to client relationships. Online learning environments are designed to help you build these skills step-by-step, in a space that encourages growth and builds self-assurance. Set Clear Objectives and Track Your Growth To get the most out of your online learning journey, it's essential to define your goals. Whether you want to pass a language exam or improve your business writing, setting targets…...

8+ hour, 38+ min ago (370+ words) Even telescopes far above Earth can't avoid the contamination caused by commercial satellites. The findings are "truly frightening, says Patrick Seitzer, an astronomer at the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor, who was not involved in the work. "This is a very important study for the future of space-based astronomy. Around 15,000 satellites launched by various companies currently orbit Earth, and several firms plan to launch groups of thousands more, forming "megaconstellations' that will be used for telecommunications (see "Rocketing upwards'). For example, aerospace company SpaceX plans to grow its existing Starlink fleet to some 34,000 satellites. The most concerning impact he foresees is that the satellites could easily be confused with Earth-threatening asteroids. "And if your images look like they're filled with asteroids, it's very possible that you'll miss a real one, Borlaff says. He also worries that satellite streaks might…...

8+ hour, 39+ min ago (302+ words) Spartacus is one of my favorite action shows ever, so much so that it inspired one of my book series, so to hear it was returning for more was exciting news. But how it was returning was bizarre and kind of hilarious. The new show is Spartacus: House of Ashur, focusing on a villainous character from the original series. What's weird about that? Characters get spin-off series all the time, right? Well, in this case, Spartacus ended with Ashur getting beheaded. So how is this going to work, exactly? The concept is just: Okay, what if that didn't happen? That's the long and short of it. This is just some alternate timeline because'who cares why? Ashur is a great character, and Spartacus was a great series, so let's just bring him back and run with it. Here's the synopsis: "Spartacus:…...