undefined 6, 2026
CES 2026: all the news, announcements, and innovations from the show
CES 2026 in Las Vegas showcases hundreds of new tech innovations shaping the year ahead. Highlights include HP’s keyboard-PC, Lego Smart Bricks, Boston Dynamics’ Atlas for car assembly, Ring’s AI-powered home devices, Razer’s AI wearables and holograms, Dell’s high-end monitors, and advanced smart locks from Aqara and Chamberlain. Other standout releases include AI NAS from Ugreen, Corsair’s Stream Deck keyboard, Segway e-bikes, and TP-Link’s AI assistant for smart homes.
Gmail to let users change their addresses while keeping data
Google is rolling out a feature allowing users to change their @gmail.com addresses while keeping all emails, files, and account data intact. The old address becomes an alias, still able to receive emails, and both old and new addresses can be used to sign in. Users can change their address once every 12 months, create up to three new addresses in total, and cannot delete new addresses. The feature currently applies only to personal Gmail accounts.
Leading AI expert delays timeline for its possible destruction of humanity
Former OpenAI researcher Daniel Kokotajlo has revised his timeline for AI reaching autonomous coding and superintelligence, now projecting the early 2030s instead of 2027. His original AI 2027 scenario imagined AI rapidly self-improving to superintelligence, potentially threatening humanity, but Kokotajlo and colleagues now see progress as slower and more complex. Experts note that real-world challenges and uneven AI capabilities make precise AGI timelines uncertain.
What is the ‘super flu’ that is spreading in the United States and Europe?
The 2024-25 flu season, driven by a new H3N2 variant called subclade K, was the most severe in the US since 2017-18 and hit the UK earlier than any season since 2003-04. Subclade K partially evades immunity but is not more deadly than previous H3N2 strains. Early outbreaks are linked to reduced population immunity post-COVID and heat-related vulnerability. Existing vaccines remain effective at preventing severe illness, and standard measures like vaccination, hand hygiene, masks, and ventilation are recommended.
Nvidia unveils self-driving car tech as it seeks to power more products with AI
Nvidia unveiled Alpamayo, a new AI platform for autonomous vehicles, at CES 2026, aiming to bring “reasoning” to self-driving cars. The system, developed with Mercedes, can handle complex scenarios, explain decisions, and learn from human drivers. Alpamayo is open-source on Hugging Face, allowing researchers to retrain it. Nvidia plans robotaxi services and will release energy-efficient Rubin AI chips later this year, signaling a shift from compute provider to physical AI platform leader.
Missing your BlackBerry? The Clicks Communicator brings back the physical keyboard
Clicks is reviving the physical smartphone keyboard with the Clicks Communicator, showcased at CES 2026. The Android 16 phone features a 4.03-inch AMOLED display, a physical keyboard, 50MP rear camera, 4,000 mAh battery, 256GB storage (expandable to 2TB), and a 3.5 mm headphone jack. Focused on messaging and productivity, it supports Google Play apps and offers swappable back covers. The Clicks Communicator ships later in 2026, priced at $499, with early bird reservations at $399.
Tesla loses title of world's biggest electric vehicle maker
Tesla lost its spot as the world’s top-selling EV maker in 2025, delivering 1.64 million vehicle, a 9% drop, while China’s BYD sold 2.26 million. Weak sales were driven by stiff overseas competition, political controversies around Elon Musk, and the end of a $7,500 tax credit. Tesla introduced cheaper Model Y and Model 3 versions to boost sales. Despite the slump, Tesla stock rose 11% in 2025, and Musk secured a $1 trn pay package tied to ambitious future targets.
Amazon’s AI assistant launches on web to challenge ChatGPT
Amazon’s Alexa+ AI assistant is now accessible via web browsers for early access users, expanding beyond smartphones and Echo devices. The premium service lets users book travel, make reservations, plan meals, and control smart homes, with chats and preferences synced across platforms. Currently available in the US and Canada, Alexa+ is free for Prime members, and Amazon plans to expand access to more users soon, aiming to compete with OpenAI, Google, and Anthropic in generative AI.
NFTs were supposed to be the next thing. They were gone quicker than a meme
NFTs, digital ownership certificates for art and media, soared in 2021 with multimillion-dollar sales and celebrity hype, but the market collapsed within a year. Trading volumes fell from $4 billion to $800 million, and 95% of NFTs are now worthless, with many failing to deliver actual rights or verifiable art. Fraud, dead links, and scams were rampant. Despite the crash, some firms and collectors continue to explore NFTs under institutional oversight, suggesting limited but lasting use beyond the hype.
Hundreds of iceberg earthquakes are shaking the crumbling end of Antarctica's Doomsday Glacier
Glacial earthquakes occur when large icebergs break off from glaciers and collide with the main ice mass, generating seismic waves. Unlike typical quakes, they produce no high-frequency waves, making them harder to detect. While previously rare in Antarctica, a study has now identified hundreds between 2010 and 2023, mainly at the Thwaites Glacier, raising concerns due to its potential impact on sea levels.
Source: interestingengineering
World’s first electrochromic sunglasses allow users to manually adjust lens tint
Povec Optics is debuting the Povec C1 at CES 2026, the world’s first electrochromic sunglasses that change tint in one second to adapt to light conditions. Using miniaturized automotive tech, a touch-sensitive strip lets users manually adjust the lenses, which also offer UV400 protection, anti-glare, and impact resistance. Designed for outdoor sports, the glasses provide up to 28 days of battery life, IP65 water resistance, and a customizable fit with three interchangeable nose pads. The C1 addresses challenges like “dappled light” for cyclists and hits the market in May 2026, priced between $250 and $350.
1,100-year-old burials of elite warriors and their ornate weapons discovered in Hungary
Archaeologists in Hungary found 1,100-year-old burials of three related elite warriors, one likely the father or brother of a teen. Dating to the 920s–930s near Akasztó, the graves held weapons, horse gear, and 81 coins from northern Italy. The youngest warriors had decorated bows and belts, while the oldest had a saber and coin-adorned belt. Isotope analysis shows protein-rich diets, suggesting they were part of a high-ranking military group.
