Apple accused of using conflict minerals
200+BBC News / 2h
The tech giant says it "strongly disputes" the claims and it is "deeply committed to responsible sourcing" of minerals.
This might be the date Samsung launches its Galaxy S25 phones
Mashable / 1h
Listen, it's no big secret that Samsung typically launches new flagship phones in late January. But now we know the exact date, thanks to leaker Evan Blass who somehow got a hold of an official invite for the next Galaxy Unpacked launch, and it's happening on January 22, 2025. Blass shared one image which appears to show the edges of four phones, indicating that that's how many new phones Samsung
What to do if your vacuum cleaner smells like burning
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 1h
If your vacuum cleaner smells like burning, it's a sign something mechanical has gone wrong. This can be dangerous, so it's important not to just ignore it. In this article, we'll explain exactly what you should do if you smell burning when using your vacuum cleaner. If you're not confident undertaking these steps yourself, you should enlist the help of a professional, book your vacuum in for a s
Indiana Jones and the Great Circle Update 2 fixes a bunch of frustrating bugs and improves global illumination on Xbox
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 9min
Indiana Jones and the Great Circle's latest patch has been released Update 2 addresses a series of gameplay bugs and a save file issue Xbox players should now find a dramatic improvement to global illumination MachineGames has released a new patch for Indiana Jones and the Great Circle that addresses a number of quality-of-life issues. The developer detailed the new changes in the Update 2 patch
Capital One Venture X Personal Vs. Business: Which Is Better?
96One Mile at a Time / 12min
Link: Apply now for the Capital One Venture X Rewards Credit Card or Capital One Venture X Business Capital One has an impressive premium card portfolio, as the issuer has both the Capital One Venture X Rewards Credit Card ( review ) and Capital One Venture X Business ( review ). In this post I thought it would be interesting to compare the personal and business card. While the cards have a lot i
Calm down everyone, Spider-Man: Beyond the Spider-Verse's directors reveal doesn't mean what you think it does
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 17min
Spider-Man: Beyond the Spider-Verse 's directing team has been revealed One of its producers has debunked a wild fan theory about the film's production The animated movie series' final entry has been in development for some time Sony has finally confirmed who's directing Spider-Man: Beyond the Spider-Verse – and one of the movie's producers has already had to debunk a wild fan theory about its pr
The rumored Fujifilm X-E5 is the camera I'm most excited about in 2025 –here's why
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 17min
New rumors predict that a Fujifilm X-E5 camera will launch in mid-2025 The X-E series are compact rangefinders with large APS-C sensors Separate rumors predict that a new X-Pro model won't land in 2025 It's that time of year again – not just for panicked Christmas shopping, but for the camera rumors to go into overdrive ahead of the new year. And of all the speculation I've seen for 2025 so far,
It looks like the Nvidia App could be doing more harm than good by tanking game performance – but there’s a fix
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 17min
The Nvidia App has been out for just over a month now – it’s Team Green’s replacement for GeForce Experience – but the new software is reportedly slowing down gaming performance for some folks. A user named Sebastian Castellanos on X flagged up this issue, noting that with the Nvidia App installed, their gaming PC was being slowed down to the tune of 15%, and also suffering “horrendous” frametime
The Samsung Galaxy S25 launch poster has just leaked, along with photos of the S25 Plus
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 17min
A leaked poster advertising the Samsung Galaxy S25's launch lists January 22 as the date We've also seen a trio of leaked photos supposedly showing the Samsung Galaxy S25 Plus And official marketing names for every Samsung Galaxy S25 color have leaked We were already almost certain the rumored Samsung Galaxy S25 would be announced on January 22, and now that date has been all but confirmed by a l
Two of the Pixel Watch 3's best Fitbit features are coming to older models
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 17min
The Pixel Watch 3 introduced new Cardio Load and Target Load tracking The features are designed to prevent over- or under-training Google has now rolled out the features to other Pixel Watch models and a raft of Fitbits If you've got a Google Pixel Watch 2 or Pixel Watch 1, or any of the best Fitbit trackers or smartwatches, it just got a major upgrade in the form of Cardio Load and Target Load.
UK Government reveals all on its new bid to boost AI Security Research
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 17min
Laboratory for AI Security Research holds its first meeting The public-private partnership sees collaboration from academia, industry and government agencies The lab will conduct research into AI vulnerabilities and safeguards The UK’s Laboratory for AI Security Research is gradually taking shape, with delivery partners of the £8 million public-private partnership meeting for the first time. The
Act fast: The Lenovo Legion Go gets a $200 price drop for one day only at Best Buy
Mashable / 21min
SAVE $200: As of Dec. 18, the Lenovo Legion Go gaming handheld (1TB SSD, AMD Ryzen Z1 Extreme) is on sale for $549.99. That's $200 off its original price of $749.99. Opens in a new window Credit: Lenovo Lenovo Legion Go 8.8-inch 144Hz WQXGA Gaming Handheld $549.99 at Best Buy $749.99 Save $200.00 Who says Cyber Monday is the last day for deals? Best Buy is spreading a little extra holiday cheer t
Onboard AI is the future, and $600 off the HP OmniBook Ultra is a great deal
Mashable / 21min
SAVE $600: As of Dec. 18, the HP OmniBook Ultra 14-inch 2.2K Copilot+ laptop is on sale for $899.99 at Best Buy. That’s a $600 discount from its regular price of $1,499.99. Opens in a new window Credit: HP HP OmniBook Ultra 14-inch 2.2K Copilot+ Laptop $899.99 at Best Buy $1,499.99 Save $600.00 If you’ve been on the hunt for a laptop that’s equal parts powerful and future-ready, look no further t
The powerful Anker Prime portable charger is 40% off
Mashable / 21min
SAVE $52: As of Dec. 18, Anker Prime 20,000mAh portable charger is available for $77.99 at Amazon. That's a 40% discount off its list price of $129.99. Opens in a new window Credit: Anker Anker Prime Portable Charger $77.99 at Amazon $129.99 Save $52.00 Portable power has never been more essential. Every road warrior and frequent flyer forgets to charge their phone overnight. Anker Prime 20,000mA
What a NASA spacecraft saw at a robots grave from orbit
Mashable / 21min
For the past two years, a NASA spacecraft has sat lifeless on the surface of Mars , its solar panels caked with dirt. From a vantage point in space , the Mars Reconnaissance Orbiter recently caught a glimpse of the dormant InSight lander . The new images are not only a last goodbye to the lander but capture the incredibly turbulent nature of dust storms on the Red Planet. Despite the fact that In
Get ready for these scams in 2025
Mashable / 21min
Hari Ravichadran, founder and CEO of the online safety product Aura, recently got a front-row seat to a sophisticated scam designed to turn him into a victim of fraud. He and his team are regularly targeted by scammers, but this scheme was so well-conducted that it gave the normally skeptical Ravichadran pause. The play went like this: A scammer seemingly stole someone's identity and used it to s
Say goodbye to running out of space with FileJumps 2TB cloud solution on sale
Mashable / 21min
TL;DR: Get 2TB of lifetime cloud storage with FileJump for $79.97 and access your files anytime, anywhere. Managing your growing collection of files — including 50,000 pictures of your dog sleeping — doesn’t have to be a headache. FileJump’s 2TB lifetime cloud storage for $79.97 offers an easy, secure way to keep everything from work projects to personal photos in one place without having to part
Bring your ideas to life with lifetime access to this powerful diagramming tool
Mashable / 21min
TL;DR: Own Microsoft Visio Professional 2024 for Windows for $79.97 and transform how you visualize and present ideas . Explaining complicated ideas can feel impossible when words just don’t cut it. That’s where Microsoft Visio Professional 2024 steps in. Whether you’re mapping workflows, designing IT systems , or just trying to make sense of a project, Visio helps you turn chaos into clean, prof
Store it all forever with a 1TB cloud plan for just $120
Mashable / 21min
TL;DR: Get 1TB of Koofr lifetime cloud storage for $119.97 and simplify your file management forever. Opens in a new window Credit: Koofr Koofr Cloud Storage: Lifetime Subscription (1TB) $109.97 $810.00 Save $700.03 Get 1TB of Koofr lifetime cloud storage for just $119.97 (reg. $810). What you get with your storage plan: A full terabyte of storage for your photos , videos, documents, and more Wor
Charge every device you own with one clever $25 gadget
Mashable / 21min
TL;DR: Simplify charging with the GoCable 8-in-1 EDC Charger for $24.99 (reg. $44) — designed for versatility and portability. Opens in a new window Credit: Mutant Design Lab GoCable: The Ultimate 8-in-1 EDC Charger $24.99 $44.99 Save $20.00 Simplify charging with the GoCable 8-in-1 EDC Charger on sale for just $24.99 (reg. $44). What you get with your versatile charger: Designed with USB-A, USB-
I love massive TV discounts, and the Sony BRAVIA XR 4K is over $1,000 off for a limited time
Mashable / 21min
SAVE $1,100: As of Dec. 18, Sony 75-inch BRAVIA XR X93L 4K Mini LED Smart TV is on sale for $1,398 at Walmart. That’s $1,100 off its usual price of $2,498. Opens in a new window Credit: Sony Sony BRAVIA XR X93L $1,398.00 at Walmart $2,498.00 Save $1,100.00 Ready to upgrade your home theater game? The Sony 75-inch BRAVIA XR X93L 4K Mini LED Smart TV is here to make all your entertainment dreams co
These squirrels are cold-blooded vole killers
Ars Technica - All content / 29min
They seem so sweet and innocent but these squirrels are also opportunistic killers. We think of squirrels as adorably harmless creatures, admiring their bushy tails and twitchy little noses and the way they cram their cheeks with nuts or seeds to bring back to their nests for later. But the rodents turn out to be a bit more bloodthirsty than we thought. According to a new paper published in the J
AI is changing how we study bird migration
MIT Technology Review / 41min
A small songbird soars above Ithaca, New York, on a September night. He is one of 4 billion birds, a great annual river of feathered migration across North America. Midair, he lets out what ornithologists call a nocturnal flight call to communicate with his flock. It’s the briefest of signals, barely 50 milliseconds long, emitted in the woods in the middle of the night. But humans have caught it
I think AI laptops are the next big thing — the Acer Swift 16 with 3K OLED is $300 off
Mashable / 51min
SAVE $300: As of Dec. 18, the Acer Swift 16 AI-powered laptop is available for $899.99 at Best Buy. That’s $300 off its regular price of $1,199.99. Opens in a new window Credit: Acer Acer Swift 16 $899.99 at Best Buy $1,199.99 Save $300.00 AI-powered productivity has a new name: the Acer Swift 16 AI laptop. And as of Dec. 18, you can snag this sleek powerhouse for just $899.99 at Best Buy , savin
The Edgelord AI That Seduced Marc Andreessen, Then Turned a Famed Shock Meme Into Cryptomillions
Wired / 54min
Truth Terminal started as a techno-modernist art project meant to invite discussion about the applications and potential dangers of autonomous AI agents. Then it took on a life of its own.
Why Democrats’ Version of ‘Stop the Steal’ Isn’t Taking Off
NYT > Technology / 55min
A movement by some Democratic voters to investigate the results of the 2024 presidential election mirrors a push by Republicans in 2020. But it’s struggling.
Today's NYT Connections Hints and Answer for December 18 (#556)
How-To Geek / 57min
Connections is a game from the New York Times that challenges you to find the association between words. It sounds easy, but it isn't—Connections categories can be almost anything, and they're usually quite specific. If you need a hand getting the answers, we've got you covered.
Tech Life: Does the robotaxi have a future?
BBC News / 1h
How tech is transforming the way the world works, learns and plays
Generative AI and Climate Change Are on a Collision Course
Wired / 1h
From energy to resources, data centers have grown too greedy.
AI is burying company web sites in search results, but Otterly.AI thinks it can help
TechCrunch / 1h
Many sites saw their organic traffic decline in 2024, in big part due to the rise of AI-generated search results. Many queries no longer lead to click-throughs, and even when users click, it is hard for companies to get more context on searches made within apps like ChatGPT or Perplexity. The answer to this problem […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.
Bluey is getting a movie, but the series creator is leaving
Mashable / 2h
A Bluey movie is on its way, with everyone's favourite Australian canines headed to the big screen for the first time. Announced on Tuesday , Ludo Studio will produce Bluey 's feature film debut in collaboration with BBC Studios. SEE ALSO: 'Bluey' special episode 'The Sign' has viewers in tears Credit: Ludo Studio Few details have been released regarding what Mum, Dad, Bingo, and Bluey will be ge
XO, Kitty Season 2 trailer sees return of To All The Boys heartthrob Peter Kavinsky
Mashable / 2h
Netflix 's official trailer for XO, Kitty Season 2 is here, catching up with Kitty Song-Covey (Anna Cathcart) as she refocuses for a fresh semester at the fictional Korean Independent School of Seoul (KISS). Unfortunately for Kitty, it seems as though her turbulent love life will continue to impede her studious resolutions. SEE ALSO: Why 'XO, Kitty' has the best relationship in the 'To All the Bo
AirDoctor Coupon Code: 25% Off Purifiers
Wired / 3h
Wrap up the year with big savings from AirDoctor, including up to 25% off air purifiers with our promo code.
Threads is testing a post scheduling feature
TechCrunch / 3h
Meta’s social network Threads is experimenting with a feature that will let you schedule posts, Instagram head Adam Mosseri said. Users who will get to test this feature won’t be able to schedule replies. “We want to balance giving people more control to plan their Threads posts while still encouraging real-time conversations,” he said. People […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For perso
Total Wireless Promo Codes & Deals: 50% Off Select Plans
Wired / 3h
Find great deals for Total Wireless, like 50% off select plans, and enjoy big savings.
‘It’s dumb to IPO this year’: Databricks CEO explains why he’s waiting to go public
TechCrunch / 4h
Databricks just closed one of the largest funding rounds ever, raising a staggering $10 billion in fresh capital. Naturally, technology investors were quick to ask what this means for the company’s highly anticipated IPO. During an event in San Francisco on Tuesday night, Databricks CEO Ali Ghodsi explained why he’s waiting until at least 2025 […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For perso
Amazon faces US strike threat ahead of Christmas
29BBC News / 4h
The walkout could affect several facilities across the US during the busy holiday season.
Price drop alert: Windows 11 Pro is now just £14.15
Mashable / 5h
TL;DR: Get Windows 11 Pro for only £14.15 (reg. £156.58) and enjoy a secure, stable OS that supports a wide range of hardware and software. Opens in a new window Credit: SmartTrainingLab Microsoft Windows 11 Pro £14.15 £156.58 Save £142.43 Looking for a tried-and-true operating system with solid compatibility , excellent performance, and premium security features—all without breaking the bank? Wi
Protect yourself online with a FastestVPN lifetime pass — now only £20
Mashable / 5h
TL;DR: Through 22 December, this lifetime subscription to FastestVPN covers up to 10 devices and is on sale for just £19.66 (reg. £283.44) at the Mashable Shop. In today's interconnected digital world, safeguarding your online privacy is a proactive measure that's simply par for the course. And lucky for all of us, there are tools available to make it easy. FastestVPN is a virtual private network
10 of the best AWS courses you can take online for free
Mashable / 5h
TL;DR: A wide range of Amazon Web Services courses are available to take for free on edX . Do you know all about Amazon Web Services ? You probably use some aspect of AWS, but do you really know how to harness this technology? If not, you can address this knowledge gap without spending anything. AWS is the world’s most comprehensive cloud platform, offering storage, databases, analytics, networki
How to live stream Real Madrid vs. Pachuca for free
Mashable / 5h
TL;DR: Live stream Real Madrid vs. Pachuca in the FIFA Intercontinental Cup Final for free on FIFA+ . Access this free streaming platform from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN . Imagine winning the FIFA Derby of the Americas and the FIFA Challenger Cup, and your reward is Real Madrid . Pachuca battled for a spot in the final of the FIFA Intercontinental Cup, only to be matched up with Real M
India’s MobiKwik surges 82% in market debut
TechCrunch / 5h
Shares of digital payments firm MobiKwik surged 82% to ₹507.5 ($6) on their first day of trading as The Indian fintech’s $69 million IPO comes amid fierce competition from larger rivals, and it pushes MobiKwik’s market value to $464 million, well above its initial target of $250 million. This remains substantially lower than the $924 […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use on
Meta wants to work with the US government to deploy its Llama AI technology across multiple agencies
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 6h
Meta to partner with the US government to deploy Llama AI No financial gain, but strategic benefits for Meta's AI Llama 4 promises advancements in reasoning and speed Meta, the parent company of Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp, is looking to further position itself as a key player in the political space with a major new wide-ranging government partnership. CEO Mark Zuckerberg has claimed Meta i
Apple Maps' Look Around is now available on the web
Engadget / 7h
You can now access Apple's answer to Google Street View on the web. As 9to5Mac reports, Apple has enabled Look Around for the beta version of Apple Maps on the web , letting you literally look around and explore the cities where it's available. The company has a full list of "Look Around" locations on its website, and it includes select cities in the US, Japan and several countries in the Europea
NYT Connections hints today: Clues, answers for December 18, 2024
Mashable / 7h
Connections is the latest New York Times word game that's captured the public's attention. The game is all about finding the "common threads between words." And just like Wordle , Connections resets after midnight and each new set of words gets trickier and trickier—so we've served up some hints and tips to get you over the hurdle. If you just want to be told today's puzzle, you can jump to the e
Wordle today: Answer, hints for December 18
Mashable / 7h
Oh hey there! If you're here, it must be time for Wordle . As always, we're serving up our daily hints and tips to help you figure out today's answer. If you just want to be told today's word, you can jump to the bottom of this article for today's Wordle solution revealed. But if you'd rather solve it yourself, keep reading for some clues, tips, and strategies to assist you. SEE ALSO: Mahjong, Su
NYT Strands hints, answers for December 18
Mashable / 7h
If you're reading this, you're looking for a little help playing Strands , the New York Times ' elevated word-search game. Strands requires the player to perform a twist on the classic word search. Words can be made from linked letters — up, down, left, right, or diagonal, but words can also change direction, resulting in quirky shapes and patterns. Every single letter in the grid will be part of
TSMC Assures Musk of Chip Supply for Teslabot
Next Big Future / 7h
Elon Musk received assurances from TSMC Chairman CC Wei that they would be able to supply the volume of chips needed for the Teslabot. If this this is accurate then it is to ensure AI5 chips in quantities for Teslabot that are beyond the 5-10 million chips needed for new cars in the 2026-2028 timeframe. ... Read more
NYT Connections Sports Edition today: Hints and answers for December 18
Mashable / 7h
Connections: Sports Edition is a new version of the popular New York Times word game that seeks to test the knowledge of sports fans. Like the original Connections , the game is all about finding the "common threads between words." And just like Wordle , Connections resets after midnight and each new set of words gets trickier and trickier—so we've served up some hints and tips to get you over th
Air Canada’s Aeroplan program: The ultimate guide to earning and redeeming points
The Points Guy / 9h
Editors note: This is a recurring post, regularly updated with new information Air Canada’s Aeroplan program flies under the radar, but it is one of the most valuable and rewarding Star Alliance airline programs. The Aeroplan program is the loyalty program offered by Canada’s largest airline, Air Canada . It allows travelers to earn and redeem points for various travel-related rewards. Aeroplan s
LG’s new wireless QNED 4K TV takes a page from the LG OLED TV playbook
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 9h
LG has announced its 2025 QNED TV lineup in advance of CES 2025. QNED TVs will be available in 40 to 100-inch screen sizes. One model, the QNED9M, will support a True Wireless connection to LG's Zero Connect box. We’re covering all of the latest CES news from the show as it happens. Stick with us for the big stories on everything from 8K TVs and foldable displays to new phones, laptops, smart hom
This Beats Pill Speaker Is $50 Off Right Now, and It'll Arrive Before Christmas
LifeHacker / 10h
We may earn a commission from links on this page. Deal pricing and availability subject to change after time of publication. Christmas is a week away, and that present-ordering deadline is nearly upon us. If you're looking for a last-minute gift idea for something that will arrive in time to be wrapped, consider the new Beats Pill speaker . It is down to $99.99 (originally $149.95), the lowest pr
How Facebook restricted news in Palestinian territories
500+BBC News / 10h
Palestinian news outlets have seen a steep drop in audience engagement since October 2023.
Report: Elon Musk failed to report movement required by security clearance
21Ars Technica - All content / 10h
A new investigation from The New York Times suggests that SpaceX founder Elon Musk has not been reporting his travel activities and other information to the Department of Defense as required by his top-secret clearance. According to the newspaper, concerns about Musk's reporting practices have led to reviews by three different bodies within the military; the Air Force, the Office of the Under Sec
Seagate teases its first HAMR-based hard drive
Engadget / 10h
A new hard drive based on the long-promised heat-assisted magnetic recording (HAMR) technology is almost here. Tom’s Hardware reported that a new sales page popped up on the Seagate website announcing a new Exos M 30TM and 32TB hard disk drive (HDD) featuring 3TB per platter with three times the power efficiency per terabyte compared to other hard drives. The new hard drive is based on Seagate’s
Trump Disgusted by Public’s Support for CEO Killer Suspect
500+Futurism / 10h
Not a Fan President-elect Donald Trump has finally spoken out about the murder of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson. During a news conference this week — nearly two weeks after Thompson was gunned down in the streets of Manhattan — Trump suggested that there's either something wrong with people valorizing Mangione — or something wrong with the media reporting on that public reaction. "How peopl
Quordle today – my hints and answers for Wednesday, December 18 (game #1059)
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 10h
Quordle was one of the original Wordle alternatives and is still going strong now more than 1,000 games later. It offers a genuine challenge, though, so read on if you need some Quordle hints today – or scroll down further for the answers. Enjoy playing word games? You can also check out my NYT Connections today and NYT Strands today pages for hints and answers for those puzzles, while Marc's Wor
NYT Connections today — my hints and answers for Wednesday, December 18 (game #556)
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 10h
Good morning! Let's play Connections, the NYT's clever word game that challenges you to group answers in various categories. It can be tough, so read on if you need clues. What should you do once you've finished? Why, play some more word games of course. I've also got daily Strands hints and answers and Quordle hints and answers articles if you need help for those too, while Marc's Wordle today p
NYT Strands today — my hints, answers and spangram for Wednesday, December 18 (game #290)
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 10h
Strands is the NYT's latest word game after the likes of Wordle, Spelling Bee and Connections – and it's great fun. It can be difficult, though, so read on for my Strands hints. Want more word-based fun? Then check out my NYT Connections today and Quordle today pages for hints and answers for those games, and Marc's Wordle today page for the original viral word game. SPOILER WARNING: Information
Paul McCartney cautions against AI in music despite success of AI-enhanced Beatles song
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 10h
Paul McCartney has spoken up to warn about the dangers of unregulated AI to future musicians. The comments stand out after AI assisted the production of the Grammy-nominated song 'Now and Then'. UK lawmakers are set to protecting creators from unauthorized use of their art for training AI models. Paul McCartney doesn’t want to let AI completely drown out human musicians just yet. Ahead of a debat
Without ‘Ugly Sonic,’ There’d Be No Sonic Movie Franchise
38Gizmodo / 10h
Sonic the Hedgehog 3 opens in theaters this week.
I Tried the Trtl Travel Pillow and Won’t Travel Again Without It
LifeHacker / 11h
We may earn a commission from links on this page. I’m an expert at whiling away the hours on a plane. I can distract myself, even in a confined space—reading, watching movies, or thinking thoughts. I can even find pleasure in the tiny bland meal served on an airplane. What I’ve never been good at, though, is in-flight sleep. It doesn’t seem fair that only the folks in lay-flat seats get to enjoy
This new free AI chatbot protects Discord users with AI technology to identify potential scams
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 11h
AI-driven chatbot analyzes content for malicious intent instantly Users can verify suspicious links, texts, and QR codes Scamio offers personalized recommendations to enhance user safety Bitdefender has launched Scamio, a free AI-powered chatbot designed to protect Discord users from scams in real time. The platform analyzes content for signs of malicious intent and offers tailored recommendation
OpenAI gifts developers with enhanced voice and reasoning models
Mashable / 11h
OpenAI announced numerous new options for developers who use their technology to build products and services, promising the upgrades will "improve performance, flexibility, and cost-efficiency." In their live announcement today — which suffered from audio problems — the OpenAI team first highlighted changes to OpenAI o1, the company's reasoning model that can "handle complex multi-step tasks," ac
'Dungeons & Dragons: Dark Alliance' servers will shut down in February
Engadget / 11h
Wizards of the Coast is shutting down the online servers for Dungeons & Dragons: Dark Alliance early next year. According to the updated store listings , the game will no longer be available for purchase and its servers will go down for good on February 24, 2025. "The base game and all DLC are still available to play in offline single player by anyone who currently owns it," the notice from the c
Here’s What the Bluey Movie Means for the Future of the Show
Gizmodo / 11h
Fans are eagerly anticipating seeing the Heeler family on the big screen in 2027.
Trump Planning to Cut Funding for EVs and Chargers
85Futurism / 11h
Cord Cutters President-elect Donald Trump is hellbent on reversing any progress current president Joe Biden has made by extending the national electric vehicle charging network. According to a document obtained by Reuters , Trump's transition team is recommending to cut off any federal funding for both EVs and chargers, while actively blocking any cars or EV batteries coming from China. The plan
Five Last-Minute Gifts Under $50 for Your Techy Friends
LifeHacker / 12h
We may earn a commission from links on this page. As someone who tests smart-home technology, I have a house full of robots and sensors. In fact, there’s always a stack of boxes of things waiting to be tested In my home. Despite my access to all of this fun tech, there are still some items that I’d love to add to my daily routine. If you’re still trying to figure out what to get the tech lover in
The AirTag 2 Will Supposedly Have Triple the Range
LifeHacker / 12h
We've written quite a bit about why AirTags are useful tools for keeping track of your stuff, from your keys and backpack to your pets and luggage (the location of which you can even share with your airline in the event your bags get lost). These tiny devices use Bluetooth, UWB (ultra-wideband), and NFC to connect with other devices on Apple's Find My network to show you the location of your misp
Govee Discount Codes and Deals: Up to 50% Off
Wired / 12h
For a limited time, score up to 50% off smart appliances when you shop this holiday season at Govee.
The DOJ wants a Perplexity executive to testify in its Google antitrust case
TechCrunch / 12h
The US government is calling on a Perplexity executive to help make its case that Google is a monopolist. © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.
Interpol Says People Aren’t Reporting Online Scams for Fear of Being Called Pigs
Gizmodo / 12h
The term "pig butchering" has become a catchall and it's causing victims to keep quiet about crimes.
“Unprecedented” decline in teen drug use continues, surprising experts
36Ars Technica - All content / 12h
Teen drug use continued to fall in 2024, extending a dramatic decline spurred by the COVID-19 pandemic that experts expected would reverse now that the acute phase of the global crisis is well over. But, according to data released Tuesday , the number of eighth, 10th, and 12th graders who collectively abstained from the use of alcohol, marijuana, or nicotine hit a new high this year. Use of illic
Nvidia’s new app is causing large frame rate dips in many games
Ars Technica - All content / 12h
When Nvidia replaced the longstanding GeForce Experience App with a new, unified Nvidia App last month, most GPU owners probably noted the refresh and rebranding with nothing more than bemusement (though the new lack of an account login requirement was a nice improvement). Now, testing shows that running the new app with default settings can lead to some significant frame rate dips on many high-e
Pixar’s Upcoming Disney+ Show Win or Lose Removed a Transgender Storyline [UPDATED]
85Gizmodo / 12h
The new, softball-themed animated comedy has removed references to a character's gender.
Grubhub settles with the FTC over adding restaurants without their consent
Engadget / 12h
Grubhub has agreed to pay $25 million to settle charges from the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and the Illinois Attorney General. The company was accused of a laundry list of sketchy behavior, including misleading customers about delivery charges, deceiving delivery drivers about income and listing restaurants on the platform without consent. Last month, the food delivery startup Wonder bought G
Insight VC describes Databricks’ wild $10B deal and the bad advice the CEO ignored
TechCrunch / 12h
It’s been a wild week for investors clawing their way into Databricks' record-breaking $10 billion fund raising, one of the VCs told TechCrunch. © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.
Trump-Aligned Group’s DEI ‘Victory’ Over American Airlines Unravels Under Scrutiny—Here’s What Really Happened
View from the Wing / 12h
America First Legal, which has been led by incoming Trump administration deputy chief of staff for policy Stephen Miller, is claiming victory against American Airlines. The organization says American has agreed to "end illegal DEI practices." But is that true? Continue reading ...
Salesforce plans to hire 2,000 people to sell its AI products
TechCrunch / 12h
Cloud software giant Salesforce is looking to hire thousands of new salespeople to sell its AI tools to customers. The company plans to hire 2,000 new sales representatives, according to CNBC, which cited remarks from CEO Marc Benioff at a company event Tuesday. This doubles the hiring plans that Benioff shared with Bloomberg last month. […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal us
Threads is working on scheduled posts
Engadget / 12h
Threads is previewing yet another significant new feature before the end of the year. The app will “soon” begin testing the ability for users to schedule posts ahead of time, according to an update from Meta exec Adam Mosseri. Mosseri shared a screenshot of the upcoming feature, which shows a simple
