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  Chinese tech giants offer cheap, easy access to OpenClaw amid ‘lobster fever’

  (Tech - South China Morning Post / 2026-03-10 09:00)

  Chinese tech giants like Tencent, Alibaba, and ByteDance are making the open-source AI agent software OpenClaw cheap and easy to access, fueling a surge of interest dubbed "lobster fever." Tencent launched a WeChat-connected AI assistant, while Alibaba and ByteDance's cloud units released low-cost deployment options and simplified versions for developers.

  This trend has significantly boosted the stock prices of AI firms MiniMax and Zhipu AI, which have integrated their own tools with the OpenClaw ecosystem.

  The main topics covered are the competitive rollout of OpenClaw-based products by major Chinese tech companies, the resulting stock market surges for related AI firms, and the specific tools and pricing strategies being introduced to capitalize on the trend.

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  AquaExchange raises $8 million led by Endiya Partners, Factor Analytics

  (Tech-Economic Times / 2026-03-10 09:48)

  Aquaculture startup AquaExchange has raised $8 million in a funding round to expand its operations. The company provides a full-stack digital platform for aquaculture farmers, offering IoT automation, AI analytics, financing, insurance, and market linkages.

  Its technology currently monitors over 70,000 acres of farms in India, primarily for shrimp, and claims to significantly improve crop success rates. The startup is now targeting profitability, international expansion, and potential replication of its model in other protein supply chains.

  The main topics covered are the company's funding, its technology platform and services, its current scale and impact, and its future growth and expansion plans.

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  RPCS3 Emulator boasts over 1500 FPS on the Minecraft title screen — platform hails performance landmark, one frame rendered every 0.00064 seconds

  (Latest from Tom's Hardware / 2026-03-10 10:00)

  The RPCS3 PlayStation 3 emulator has achieved a performance landmark, running the PS3 version of Minecraft's title screen at over 1500 FPS. This demonstrates the emulator's extreme optimization, as it must simulate the entire complex PS3 hardware to render each frame.

  The article emphasizes the legendary difficulty of PS3 emulation, detailing the idiosyncratic and complex architecture of its Cell processor and RSX graphics chip. It explains that accurately simulating components like the SPEs and the FlexIO bus, with correct latency, is a massive technical challenge.

  Therefore, this high frame rate, even on a simple title screen, represents a significant engineering achievement in accurately emulating the notoriously difficult PS3 system on modern PC hardware.

  Main Topics: RPCS3 emulator performance, PlayStation 3 hardware complexity, challenges of system emulation.

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  Whoop launches a new blood test focused on women’s health

  (TechCrunch / 2026-03-10 10:00)

  Whoop is launching a women's health blood panel with 11 biomarkers, available next month, to provide insights into areas like hormonal transitions and nutrient levels. The company is also adding a Hormonal Symptom Insights feature to its app, which models menstrual cycles to predict periods and analyze symptoms.

  These features are part of a broader industry trend of fitness wearable companies expanding services to address women's health. Whoop noted that women are its fastest-growing user segment, with engagement on its platform increasing significantly.

  The main topics covered are the launch of Whoop's new women's health blood testing panel and app feature, the industry trend of focusing on women's health tech, and the growth of female users within the wearable market.

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  Meta’s deepfake moderation isn’t good enough, says Oversight Board

  (The Verge / 2026-03-10 10:01)

  The Meta Oversight Board finds the company's current methods for identifying and labeling AI-generated content are insufficient, especially during fast-moving conflicts where misinformation spreads rapidly. This conclusion follows a review of a fake AI video about the Israel war, with the Board warning the system relies too much on user self-disclosure and fails to address cross-platform content proliferation.

  The Board calls for Meta to overhaul its approach by improving AI detection tools and establishing a clear, separate policy for AI-generated content. Key recommendations include scaling up the use of "High-Risk AI" labels and consistently implementing technical standards like C2PA to make content origins clear to users.

  The main topics covered are the inadequacy of Meta's deepfake moderation, the specific risks during armed conflicts, and the recommended policy and labeling improvements.

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  Anthropic is bringing something new to AI: The power to say no

  (Tech-Economic Times / 2026-03-10 10:11)

  The article describes Anthropic as a significant and disruptive competitor in the AI industry, breaking from the typical Big Tech consolidation model. Unlike rivals like OpenAI, which is deeply integrated with Microsoft, Anthropic has maintained operational independence despite taking investments from Amazon and Google.

  The company's distinct strategy involves a slower, more safety-focused product development approach, targeting business customers over consumers and avoiding features like image generation. This commercial success and independence allowed its CEO to publicly refuse certain Pentagon demands, sparking a notable public debate.

  The main topics covered are the competitive AI landscape, Big Tech's consolidation power, Anthropic's contrasting business and ethical strategies, and the implications of having a powerful, independent competitor in the market.

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  Food delivery orders dip as restaurants cease operations amid gas shortage

  (Tech-Economic Times / 2026-03-10 10:39)

  A shortage of commercial LPG cylinders, stemming from the Middle East war's impact on supplies and a government prioritization of domestic LPG, is forcing thousands of restaurants across India to temporarily close or reduce their menus. Cities like Bengaluru, Pune, Chennai, and Mumbai are particularly affected, with thousands of eateries shut, impacting the entire food service industry.

  This widespread closure of restaurants is leading to a significant drop in orders for major food delivery platforms like Zomato and Swiggy, which also affects gig workers. While some restaurants are attempting to switch to alternatives like induction cooking, this is not a viable solution for all cuisines, and supply chain issues for items like bakery products are compounding the problem.

  The National Restaurant Association of India (NRAI) has formally raised concerns with the government, seeking clarity on sustained gas supplies as the situation is expected to worsen in the coming days.

  Main Topics: Commercial LPG cylinder shortage, restaurant closures, impact on food delivery platforms, industry response and government appeal, regional severity of the crisis.

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  $500,000 gold RTX 5090 is now worth $830,000 thanks to rocketing commodity prices — Asus ROG Astral RTX 5090 Real Gold Edition was actually a savvy investment, worth over 50% more than at inception

  (Latest from Tom's Hardware / 2026-03-10 10:40)

  A special edition Asus graphics card, the ROG Astral RTX 5090 Real Gold Edition, has dramatically increased in estimated value from its $500,000 auction price to approximately $834,000. This surge is attributed to two key factors: a sharp rise in the market price of gold and significant inflation in the retail cost of high-end RTX 5090 GPUs.

  The card contains an estimated 5kg of actual gold, whose scrap value alone has risen from $540,000 to $830,000 due to commodity price increases. Concurrently, the premium RTX 5090 graphics card inside has seen its market price double since launch.

  The article contrasts this one-off luxury item with a more widely available gold-themed model, noting the standard version contains only a minimal amount of gold and derives its value primarily as a collectible tech product rather than from its raw materials.

  Main topics: Commodity price inflation (gold), luxury/collectible technology, GPU market pricing.

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  How Can a Locomotive Pull a Long Train That’s Much Heavier?

  (Science Latest / 2026-03-10 11:00)

  A single locomotive can pull an extremely heavy freight train not because of raw power over mass, but by overcoming friction. The key is static friction, the force that prevents two stationary surfaces from sliding, which depends on the materials (coefficient μs) and the normal force.

  Static friction adjusts to match an applied force up to a maximum limit (μsN), preventing motion until that limit is exceeded, after which kinetic (sliding) friction takes over. Notably, static friction is essential for movement, such as walking or driving, as it allows a foot or tire to push off without slipping.

  The main topics covered are the physics of friction (static vs. kinetic), the factors determining frictional force (coefficient and normal force), and its practical role in locomotion and machinery.

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  Unpowered SSD data retention test shows promising results after six years — results show no data corruption on USB sticks, challenging conventional wisdom

  (Latest from Tom's Hardware / 2026-03-10 11:00)

  A six-year, ongoing test of unpowered USB flash drives has shown no data corruption, challenging the common belief that data on such drives degrades within months. The test uses ten identical Kingston drives stored under standard room conditions, with five drives tested so far all retaining data perfectly.

  However, a separate, smaller one-year test using different drive brands and storage conditions found data corruption in all units, suggesting drive quality and storage environment are critical factors. Industry standards for long-term data retention are not enforced for consumer USB sticks, making brand reliability and storage conditions paramount.

  The main topics covered are data retention in unpowered USB flash drives, the methodology and results of long-term tests, and the factors affecting drive longevity like brand quality and storage conditions.

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  Nvidia planning to launch open source AI agent platform ‘NemoClaw’: Report

  (Tech-Economic Times / 2026-03-10 11:03)

  Nvidia is reportedly preparing to launch an open-source platform called NemoClaw for deploying AI agents in enterprise software. The platform, which will include security features, is designed to be usable even on non-Nvidia hardware, with potential partners gaining early access by contributing to its development.

  This initiative aligns with growing industry interest in "claws"—open-source, self-learning AI tools that operate locally on computers to perform tasks. NemoClaw represents a strategic move by Nvidia to attract enterprise software providers and expand its influence in AI infrastructure through open-source models.

  The platform is expected to be unveiled at Nvidia's upcoming GTC conference and will incorporate a chip from startup Groq. Nvidia has already discussed the platform with major tech firms like Salesforce, Google, and Adobe, though no formal partnerships have been confirmed.

  Main Topics: Nvidia's NemoClaw platform, open-source AI agents ("claws"), enterprise software collaboration, AI infrastructure strategy.

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  Get 32GB of Corsair Vengeance DDR5 for $163 when bundled with AMD's new 9850X3D and an X870E-E motherboard — save $236 on the heart of your new AM5 PC

  (Latest from Tom's Hardware / 2026-03-10 11:23)

  A Newegg bundle offers significant savings on high-performance PC components centered around AMD's new Ryzen 7 9850X3D CPU. The bundle includes the 9850X3D processor, an Asus ROG Strix X870E-E motherboard, and 32GB of Corsair Vengeance DDR5-6400 RAM for a total of $1,111, representing a $236 discount that effectively prices the RAM at $163.

  While the RAM's individual list price is currently inflated, this bundle brings the cost closer to historical norms. The article highlights the 9850X3D as the current fastest gaming CPU and details the premium features of the included motherboard, such as PCIe 5.0 storage slots and Wi-Fi 7.

  The main topics covered are a PC component retail bundle, the pricing of RAM and other hardware, and the specifications of the included AMD CPU, motherboard, and memory.

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  Exame para Magistratura exige conhecimentos sobre blockchain, criptomoedas e novas tecnologias

  (Capital Digital / 2026-03-10 11:26)

  The 2026 syllabus for Brazil's National Judiciary Examination (ENAM) will explicitly incorporate emerging digital economy topics like blockchain, cryptocurrencies, and smart contracts. This marks a significant shift from the 2025 syllabus, which contained no direct reference to these specific digital technologies and addressed digital matters only indirectly within traditional legal subjects.

  The change reflects the growing number of court cases involving the digital economy, such as crypto fraud and disputes over digital assets. The update aims to ensure future judges possess at least a conceptual understanding of these technologies as part of the justice system's institutional modernization.

  The main topics covered are the ENAM exam, changes in its required syllabus, and the incorporation of digital economy and emerging technology topics into Brazil's judicial qualification process.

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  This brilliant Hoto electric screwdriver is down to a record-low £28.48 in the Amazon UK Spring Sale — 12-bit precision kit with USB-C charging is great for PC builds and DIY projects

  (Latest from Tom's Hardware / 2026-03-10 11:37)

  The Hoto NEX O1 Pro electric screwdriver is available at a record-low price of £28.48 as part of the Amazon UK Spring Sale. This precision tool features a 1,500 mAh USB-C rechargeable battery, three torque settings, a magnetic tip, and an LED light.

  It comes with 12 durable screw bits in a portable aluminum case, making it suitable for PC building, DIY projects, and general repairs. The sale offering this discount runs until March 16, but the deal may end sooner if stock sells out.

  The main topics covered are the product announcement and sale details, the key features and specifications of the screwdriver, and its recommended uses for various hobbies and tasks.

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  Pick up a comfy new PC gaming chair for £150 in the Amazon Spring Day Deals sale — save £50 on Corsair's TC100 Relaxed chair

  (Latest from Tom's Hardware / 2026-03-10 11:40)

  Amazon's Spring Day Deals sale features a significant discount on the Corsair TC100 Relaxed gaming chair, now priced at £149.99, which is a £50 saving from its original list price.

  The chair features a fabric-covered, racing-style design and includes adjustable memory foam lumbar and neck pillows for support during extended use. Its construction includes a steel frame, a wide seat, and a back that reclines up to 160 degrees.

  The main topics covered are the sale event, the product's discounted price and features, and its suitability as a budget-friendly option for PC gaming or work.