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The Download: brain-melting heatwaves and unprecedented OpenAI restrictions

Technology
United Kingdom
Gestart June 27, 2026

This is today’s edition of The Download, our weekday newsletter that provides a daily dose of what’s going on in the world of technology. Heat waves mess with your brain. Scientists are trying to figure out why. —Jessica Hamzelou It’s been hot in London this week. Really hot. A dangerous heat wave has hit Western…

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The relationship between extreme heat and cognitive function deserves more research, as it may impact public health and productivity.

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Restricting OpenAI's capabilities stifles innovation and could hinder technological advancements that could help mitigate climate issues.

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OpenAI's limitations could foster a safer technological landscape, balancing innovation with ethical considerations in a warming world.

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The extreme heat waves are a wake-up call for urgent climate action, highlighting the need for sustainable technology solutions.

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