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Morning Edition May 27th, 2026 at 12:22am GMT

The Ars Bulletin

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We’re starting to see some PC makers respond to Apple’s MacBook Neo

Intel and other PC makers are starting to respond to Apple's MacBook Neo with their own offerings. Intel has announced a new line of Core series 3 processors, which are expected to be used in several upcoming laptops. Other PC makers, such as Dell and HP, are also reportedly working on new laptops that will compete with the MacBook Neo.

Millions of AI agents imperiled by critical vulnerability in open source package

Millions of AI agents are at risk due to a critical vulnerability in an open-source package called Starlette. The vulnerability, which was discovered recently, allows attackers to execute arbitrary code on systems using the package. The Starlette package is widely used in AI development, and its widespread adoption makes the vulnerability a significant concern.

Want an oxygen-rich atmosphere? Stuff oxygen’s friends in the mantle.

Scientists have proposed a novel method to increase atmospheric oxygen levels by introducing oxygen's chemical friends into the Earth's mantle. This approach involves injecting elements such as silicon and aluminum into the mantle, where they can react with oxygen to form stable compounds. The resulting increase in oxygen-rich minerals could potentially lead to a rise in atmospheric oxygen levels.

3D-printable humanoid legs let robotics experiments run wild

Researchers have developed 3D-printable humanoid legs that can be used in robotics experiments, allowing for more flexible and cost-effective testing of bipedal robots. The legs are designed to be modular and can be easily customized or replaced, making them ideal for a wide range of applications. This technology has the potential to revolutionize the field of robotics by enabling more efficient and effective testing of bipedal robots.

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