Artificial Analysis launches Intelligence Index v5, with new coding
Artificial Analysis launches the Intelligence Index v5, with new coding and science benchmarks, built on private datasets; Claude Opus 5.5 (max) leads at 58
TL;DRNew AI benchmark index adds coding/science tests; Claude Opus 5.5 ranks highest at 58.
Why it matters: Private dataset benchmarks reduce gaming; helps devs pick models based on practical performance.

Samsung unveils the $229 Galaxy Buds On, its first open-fit, C-shaped
TL;DRSamsung launches $229 open-fit earbuds to compete with Sony and Bose.

Google unveils Google Multi-Party Compute (MPC), a digital-asset
TL;DRGoogle is building a crypto custody service for banks, launching commercially in early 2027.
Latest
D-Wave and LG CNS Partner on Quantum Optimization in South Korea
D-Wave and LG CNS partnering to develop quantum computing applications in South Korea.
Qarakal Quantum And Quantum Elements Receive BIRD Foundation Grant
Israel-US fund grants $2.4M to quantum firms developing simulation platform.
Meta has a new AI pet app called Waddle World
Meta launched Waddle World, an AI-powered virtual pet app similar to Tamagotchi.
X adds an intrusive promotional animation of an arm reaching across
X is showing annoying animated ads pushing Premium users toward paid promotion features.
Chinese PCB maker Dongshan rises on its Hong Kong debut
Chinese chip component maker Dongshan raised $1.3B in Hong Kong IPO, valuing it at $30B.
Free Fire returns to India as Garena launches localized version four years
Free Fire is back in India with a new localized version after a four-year ban.
UK to Raise Tax on Slot Machines in Latest Gambling Crackdown
UK raising taxes on slot machines to fund high street business support.
Amazon Kindle Paperwhite and Kindle Colorsoft review: premium feel
New Kindles are nicer but pricier; upgrade depends on your current device.
US Marines join NATO mission in the Baltic Sea
US Marines deployed to Baltic Sea to guard underwater cables amid Russian threats.