DOGE is hosting a “hackathon” in Washington DC next week to build a “mega API” for accessing all IRS data, with Palantir as a possible partner (Makena Kelly/Wired)

Due to a patent dispute with Masimo, new Apple Watch Series 9, 10, and Ultra 2 units in the US no longer have the blood oxygen feature, indicated by part numbers ending in LW/A. Older models are unaffected. With the release of the Series 10, discounted older versions are available, and refurbished options may also be found. The latest watchOS 11 does not support Series 4, 5, and first-gen SE models, so consider your needs...

The National Recording Registry has announced its 2025 inductees, including the Microsoft Windows 95 reboot chime and the Minecraft soundtrack, immortalizing geeky sounds in the Library of Congress. Librarian of Congress Carla Hayden describes these audio treasures as representative of America's history and culture. The selection also includes music from various genres such as the original Broadway cast recording of Hamilton and Miles Davis' album Bitches Brew. Full Article

Anthropic introduced a new $100-$200-per-month subscription tier called Claude Max for expanded usage limits with its Claude AI assistant, responding to complaints from existing subscribers about hitting rate limits frequently. The new plan addresses the top request from active users for increased Claude access, as shown by user feedback on Reddit. The downside of a large context window with Claude is that it fills up usage limits quickly, but it allows for processing more complex...

According to a new report, the highly anticipated iPad Fold may be released as early as next year in 2026. The folding device is said to feature a massive 18.8-inch display when fully unfolded. There are hints that the new iPad will adhere to certain design guidelines, possibly revolutionizing the tablet market. Full Article

Sony is adding new games to the PlayStation Plus Game Catalog for Extra and Premium subscribers in April, including the highly anticipated Hogwarts Legacy, an open-world action RPG set at the wizarding school in the 1890s. Blue Prince, a praised puzzler with roguelike mechanics, will be available on April 10. Subscribers can also look forward to Lost Records: Bloom & Rage, EA Sports PGA Tour, PlateUp!, and Battlefield 1 for PS4 players on April 15....

YouTube announced the expansion of its pilot program to identify and manage AI-generated content featuring the likeness of creators and famous figures. The company is also voicing support for the NO FAKES ACT legislation, which aims to address the issue. This move demonstrates YouTube's commitment to protecting creators' rights and combating the spread of fake content. Full Article