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Day: February 17, 2026
Laurie Spiegel on the difference between algorithmic music and ‘AI’
In 1986, electronic music pioneer Laurie Spiegel created Music Mouse, a way for those with a Mac, Atari, or Amiga computer to dabble in algorithmic music creation. Music Mouse is deceptively simple: Notes are arranged on an XY grid, and you play it by moving […]
EU launches probe into xAI over sexualized images
“Large-scale” investigation could result in massive fines.
Ukraine Endures Harsh Winter Amid Power Cuts, Russia Strikes; EU Sends Critical Aid – 2/17/2026, 4:24:44 PM
Top world news headlines as of February 17, 2026, include ongoing tensions in Ukraine, U.S.-Iran nuclear talks amid Trump threats, the death of actor Robert Duvall, and Winter Olympics highlights.[1][2][3] Geopolitical Conflicts Ukraine faces severe Russian attacks: Kyiv endures its worst winter with electricity and […]
99% of adults over 40 have shoulder “abnormalities” on an MRI, study finds
Some adults over 40 have shoulder pain, but nearly all have “abnormal” joints.
Who needs a laptop when you have a folding phone?
The first rule of Purse Computer is to check your bag before you leave the house. A few days ago, I took a 15 minute walk to a nearby coffee shop thinking I had my new folding keyboard in my bag – the key ingredient […]
Which countries are actually serious about developing their own rockets?
As alliances fray, these are the nations investing in sovereign access to space.
IKEA Unveils Stylish, Affordable Small-Space Dining Sets Perfect for Compact Living
IKEA’s Small-Space Dining Table Sets with 2 Chairs: Perfect for Compact Living In today’s increasingly urban world, finding furniture that maximizes functionality without sacrificing style has become essential. IKEA is currently offering a range of small-space dining table sets with 2 chairs, designed specifically for […]
Samsung is slopping AI ads all over its social channels
After cramming AI into every inch of its smartphones, appliances, and other devices, Samsung is now increasingly slapping it across social media. Several videos posted to the company’s YouTube, Instagram, and TikTok accounts in recent weeks were made or edited using generative AI tools, including […]
Valve’s Steam Deck “intermittently” out of stock as RAM shortage drags on
Forget launching new stuff—Valve is even having problems with existing hardware.