Plex has increased the price of its Lifetime Pass by 200%, prompting some users to consider switching to a different subscription service. The move has been met with criticism from users who feel that the price hike is unfair, particularly for those who have already paid a premium for the Lifetime Pass.
Two AI-based science assistants have successfully demonstrated their ability to retarget existing drugs for new uses. The assistants, which utilize large language models, were able to identify potential new applications for existing medications. This approach could potentially accelerate the development of new treatments for various diseases.
Google's SynthID AI watermarking technology is being adopted by several major companies, including OpenAI and Nvidia. This technology allows developers to embed a digital watermark into AI-generated content, making it possible to identify the source of the content and potentially preventing misuse.
Secret CISA credentials were found in a public GitHub repository, highlighting a security lapse. The credentials were discovered on May 19, 2026, and their exposure is still under investigation. This incident serves as a reminder of the importance of secure handling of sensitive information.
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has been forced to withdraw a charter that would have opened a Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) panel to anti-vaccine quacks. The move comes after criticism from public health experts and others who expressed concerns about the potential impact on vaccine policy and public health.
Gemini 3.5 Flash, a new AI model from Google, has shown promise in processing and understanding general AI tasks. Initial tests suggest that the model's speed and performance may be sufficient to handle complex AI tasks, although further evaluation is needed to confirm its capabilities.