The Blurred Truths of Sora 17. October 2025 (12:30) Many will assume that OpenAI’s Sora app represents a new era of social media. But that’s wrong—all it does is reanimate our current one.(Wired)
The Bourbon Industry Is in Turmoil. Could Tech Provide the Shot It Needs? 17. October 2025 (12:00) The software-driven approach pioneered by a new Kentucky distillery runs counter to the low-tech methods of whiskey's old guard. Its mix of data and automation might help pave a way forward.(Wired)
Instagram Unveils Teen Safety Features for A.I. Chatbots 17. October 2025 (11:45) Instagram is introducing parental controls and limits to conversations on topics like self-harm as concerns grow over how A.I. chatbots affect mental health.(New York Times)
How to See Comet Lemmon This October 17. October 2025 (11:00) This long-duration comet will make its closest approach to Earth this fall, before disappearing into the outer solar system for another 1,000 years.(Wired)