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Elon Musk is rebranding SpaceXAI to SpaceXSI, following a directive from President Trump ordering federal agencies to replace the term Artificial Intelligence with Super Intelligence in official communications. Musk quickly endorsed the shift, signaling how closely his ventures are now aligned with the current administration's messaging priorities.

Meanwhile, Google has quietly narrowed its Open Source Software Vulnerability Reward Program, temporarily halting new bug reports after a surge of invalid submissions generated by automated tools. Security researchers who rely on these bounty programs to flag real vulnerabilities are watching closely, as the move raises questions about how AI-assisted reporting is changing the landscape of responsible disclosure.

On the consumer side, Samsung's Galaxy Watch Eight is now selling below the price of Apple's Watch SE Three, a notable crossover that puts one of the year's strongest Android wearables within reach of budget-conscious shoppers. Reviewers have praised its slim form factor and onboard running coach, making this price drop a meaningful moment for anyone weighing their smartwatch options this fall.

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