The Curling Controversy at the Winter Olympics Isn’t What You Think 17. February 2026 (20:15) After Swedish curler Oskar Eriksson accused Canadian vice-skip Marc Kennedy of cheating last week, everyone has become an expert in curling rules. They’re missing the point.(Wired)
The Simplest Android App for Scanning Documents 17. February 2026 (12:30) Most scanning apps try to get you to buy a cloud storage subscription or pay for extras. Not FairScan, which is free and open-source, and has some powerful features.(Wired)
AI Digital Twins Are Helping People Manage Diabetes and Obesity 17. February 2026 (12:00) As patients and employers look for alternatives to pricey GLP-1 drugs, Silicon Valley startup Twin Health is using AI and wearable sensors to help people make healthier choices.(Wired)
The Small English Town Swept Up in the Global AI Arms Race 17. February 2026 (08:00) The residents of Potters Bar are working to protect the “green belt” of farms, forests, and meadows that surround London from the endless demand for AI infrastructure.(Wired)
Inside the App Where Queer Gooners Run Free 16. February 2026 (12:30) In light of Zoom crackdowns and Skype shutting down, Batemates has emerged as an alternative for “bators” who like masturbating together online.(Wired)
The El Paso No-Fly Debacle Is Just the Beginning of a Drone Defense Mess 16. February 2026 (12:30) Fears over a drug cartel drone over Texas sparked a recent airspace shutdown in El Paso and New Mexico, highlighting just how tricky it can be to deploy anti-drone weapons near cities.(Wired)
