Singapore named the ‘world’s most powerful passport’
2KThe Points Guy / 10h
Editor’s note: This is a recurring post, regularly updated with new information and offers. According to the 2025 Henley Passport Index , Singaporeans hold the “world’s most powerful passport” of 199 national passports for the second consecutive year. Singapore passport holders can visit 86% of the world without a visa , or 195 of 227 destinations globally, per International Air Transport Associa
Elon Musk Promotes Video Claiming He Saved ‘Thousands of Lives’ From Wildfires
1KGizmodo / 9h
The billionaire did not, in fact, save thousands of lives.
How to Delete Your Facebook Account
100+Lifehacker / 16h
I'm old enough to remember when Facebook was the hip and cool new social media network, giving you a way to keep up with all your friends and family, reconnect with long-lost contacts, and share as many party and vacation photos as you liked. It was cleaner and more intuitive than MySpace, and people flocked to it. These days, it's the opposite of hip and cool. It's loaded down with AI slop , adv
Microsoft claims its servers were illegally accessed to make unsafe AI content
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 16min
Microsoft’s December 2024 complaint pertains to 10 anonymous defendants “Hacking-as-a-service operation’ stole legitimate users’ API keys and circumvented content safeguards Virginia district complaint has led to a Github repository and website being pulled Microsoft has accused an unnamed collective of developing tools to intentionally sidestep the safety programming in its Azure OpenAI Service
Turn AI writing into authentic, human-like content with this £33 app
Mashable / 55min
TL;DR: For just £32.76 (reg. £884.61), get a lifetime subscription to Undetectable Humanizer , your go-to tool for transforming AI content into authentic, human-like text. Opens in a new window Credit: Undetectable Humanizer Undetectable Humanizer: Lifetime Subscription £32.76 at the Mashable Shop £884.61 Save £851.85 If you’ve ever found yourself staring at a block of AI-generated text and thoug
How to watch the 2025 Womens Ashes online for free
Mashable / 55min
TL;DR: Live stream Australia vs. England in the 2025 Women's Ashes for free on 7Plus . Access this free streaming site from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN . This year of sport has started off so strongly. We've already been treated to a number of tennis tournaments including the Australian Open , the Dakar Rally , and the NFL playoffs . And there's no slowing down, because the 2025 Women's
How to unblock TikTok for free
Mashable / 55min
TL;DR : Bypass geo-restrictions to unblock TikTok from anywhere in the world. The best service for unblocking TikTok is ExpressVPN . Will TikTok actually get banned in the U.S.? It has always seemed like a far-fetched idea, but the Jan. 19 deadline is fast approaching without a resolution. Donald Trump wants to keep TikTok , but he doesn't become president until the day after the ban goes into ef
NYT Connections hints today: Clues, answers for January 14, 2025
Mashable / 55min
Connections is the one of the most popular New York Times word games 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
Wordle today: Answer, hints for January 14, 2025
Mashable / 2h
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 January 14
Mashable / 2h
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
Tik Tok USA Bids and X Rumor
Next Big Future / 3h
There was a report from Bloomberg that China was considering selling Tik Tok USA to Elon Musk X. This was later denied by Tik Tok. Kevin O’leary is part of group that has put up $20 billion to buy TikTok USA without the algorithm. There are about 110-130 million US users of Tik Tok USA. ... Read more
New Glenn to make another launch attempt early Thursday
Ars Technica - All content / 3h
Blue Origin announced late on Monday afternoon that it planned to make a second attempt to launch the New Glenn rocket at 1 am ET (06:00 UTC) on Tuesday. But then, a couple of hours later, the company said it would move the launch until Thursday. Although the company provided no information about why it was slipping the launch two more days, it likely involved both technical work after an initial
Manufacturers Giving Robot Vacuums Arms, to Better Attack Humans During the Machine Uprising
Futurism / 4h
Rise of the Vacuums Robotics companies have found a new and creative way to get consumers to shell out for a new robot vacuum: equipping them with a robotic arm that can pick up after your lazy ass. Firms showcased a whole host of new robot vacuums at this year's Consumer Electronics Show that can mop, bring you a beer, and — unsurprisingly, given the nonstop hype storm — harness the power of AI,
China is reportedly open to Elon Musk acquiring TikTok US
36TechCrunch / 4h
Chinese government officials have reportedly discussed a scenario where ByteDance sells TikTok’s United States arm to Elon Musk, should the Supreme Court uphold the law banning the app on January 19. Bloomberg reports that China would strongly prefer for TikTok to stay under ByteDance’s ownership, but says government officials have considered a sale to Musk […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reser
TikTok says report of possible sale to Musk 'pure fiction'
68BBC News / 4h
The firm has repeatedly said it will not sell its US operation as it face a 19 January deadline.
'Huge problems' with Instagram and Facebook changes, says oversight board
500+BBC News / 4h
The body's co-chair says moving to community notes could have a big impact on gender rights and minority groups.
Up to 70% Off on the World’s Leading VPN: Get NordVPN At Only $3.39/mo
95Gizmodo / 5h
If you're looking to get a VPN for streaming, P2P downloading, or unblocking websites, the current promotion at NordVPN is likely to interest you.
CEO of Song-Generating AI App Says People "Don't Enjoy" Making Music With Instruments
100+Futurism / 5h
AI companies continue to reach for tortuous narratives to justify stuffing AI tech into virtually every aspect of our daily lives. Take Mikey Shulman, the CEO of AI music generator company Suno AI, who had some choice words about how he sees the creative process when it comes to making music during an appearance on the "20VC" podcast flagged by 404 Media . "It’s not really enjoyable to make music
Biofilms, unwashed hands: FDA found violations at McDonald’s ex-onion supplier
Ars Technica - All content / 5h
The onion supplier behind a deadly E. coli outbreak linked to McDonald's Quarter Pounders this past fall had numerous health and sanitation violations, including employees with unwashed hands, dirty equipment, and puddles of Listeria bacteria. That's according to a Food and Drug Administration inspection report that was obtained by CBS News via a Freedom of Information Act request. On October 22,
GPs turn to AI to help with patient workload
20BBC News / 6h
Should more AI be used to help GPs with consultations and administrative work?
How Aardman Made Wallace & Gromit‘s Silent Villain Work
100+Gizmodo / 6h
Whether it's 1993 or 2025, Feathers McGraw always pushes his creators to their animation limits.
Chinese social media app RedNote is the number one app as TikTok ban looms
100+Engadget / 6h
With TikTok likely just days away from being banned in the US, the app’s users are pushing some previously little-known apps to the top of Apple and Google’s stores. The app that has so far seemed to benefit the most is a Chinese social media app called “RedNote” or Xiaohongshu, which translates to " little red book ." The TikTok-like app for shortform video is currently the number one app in App
Quordle today – my hints and answers for Tuesday, January 14 (game #1086)
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 6h
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 Strands today — my hints, answers and spangram for Tuesday, January 14 (game #317)
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 6h
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
NYT Connections today — my hints and answers for Tuesday, January 14 (game #583)
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 6h
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
Bezos' Huge New Rocket Launch Shut Down Minutes Before Liftoff
25Futurism / 6h
Anti-Climactic Blue Origin scrubbed the launch of its enormous flagship rocket right before it was scheduled to lift off on Monday morning from Cape Canaveral — marking yet another delay in the vehicle's development. The Jeff Bezos-owned company intended to send its New Glenn rocket into space within a three-hour window before dawn. But with the 320-foot behemoth sitting primed on the launchpad,
This cute convertible laptop looks like a mini PC with a touchscreen, a battery and a keyboard
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 6h
Chuwi's 2025 MiniBook X comes with the new N150, a new Intel entry-level CPU It weighs less than 1kg and has a 10.5-inch touch display Pricing has yet to be announced The Chuwi MiniBook X series is known for its convertible 2-in-1 design with a 360-degree hinge and a touchscreen display. A report from Liliputing claims Chuwi will upgrade the series with the third-generation MiniBook X N150 in Q1
Threads is starting to test community notes
Engadget / 6h
Last week, Meta decided it would replace its professional fact-checking program with X-style "Community Notes" and it looks like a version of the feature is already being tested on Threads. Alessandro Paluzzi, a developer who frequently posts leaked details on Meta's apps, shared three screenshots that show an early look of what the Community Notes will look like in Threads. Paluzzi's images show
The Russo Brothers Explain Why They’re Back for More Avengers
200+Gizmodo / 7h
The duo is reuniting with Marvel Studios for two more superhero team-up tentpoles.
Robinhood agrees to pay $45M in SEC settlement
TechCrunch / 7h
Robinhood has agreed to fork out $45 million to settle an investigation by the Securities and Exchange Commission over several alleged violations, reported the Wall Street Journal on Monday. The settlement is being made via two of Robinhood’s brokerage units. One of the violations relates to Robinhood’s November 2021 confirmation that it was hacked “with […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved
Microsoft forms new internal dev-focused AI org
TechCrunch / 7h
Microsoft has created a new engineering organization aimed at accelerating AI infrastructure and software development within the company. According to Bloomberg, Jay Parikh, previously VP and global head of engineering at Meta, will lead the new division. He’ll report to Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella and oversee groups, including the company’s AI platform and developer teams. […] © 2024 TechCrunch.
NASA Astronomers Zero In on the Number of Hidden Supermassive Black Holes
100+Gizmodo / 7h
Researchers found far more hidden black holes than previously known, indicating plenty of behemoths lurking in thick clouds of gas and dust.
WordPress users targeted by devious new credit card skimmer malware
IoC > 2 domains•
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 7h•
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Sucuri finds malicious code being embedded in WordPress sites The code harvests and exfiltrates payment information from ecommerce websites The researchers are warning WordPress site admins to inspect all custom code Cybercriminals are once again targeting WordPress websites with credit card skimmers, stealing victim’s sensitive payment information in the process. This time around, the company so
My Seven Favorite Cleaning Accounts to Follow on Instagram
Lifehacker / 7h
We may earn a commission from links on this page. As it stands, it looks like TikTok will be banned from app stores on Jan. 19 . And while I'm not an expert in government, I am a savvy social media user who knows people are worried about their followers, followed accounts, and saved videos disappearing. If you get your cleaning and organizing inspiration from TikTok—where CleanTokkers have always
Pelotons Are up to $350 Off Right Now
Lifehacker / 7h
We may earn a commission from links on this page. Deal pricing and availability subject to change after time of publication. If you wish you would've bought a Peloton on Prime Day, I have good news for you: The original Peloton is cheaper right now than it was on Prime Day. The Peloton+, Peloton's best exercise bike, is seeing a higher discount of $350. You can get a Peloton+ for $2,146.86 (origi
Texas Sues Allstate Over Its Collection of Driver Data
28NYT > Technology / 7h
The lawsuit accuses Arity, an Allstate subsidiary, of collecting data about people’s driving behavior through mobile phone apps, leading to increases in drivers’ insurance rates.
ChatGPT Is the Household Item Tracker I've Been Wanting for Years
How-To Geek / 7h
I waste so much of my life searching for household items that I've put away in "safe places" that I can no longer remember. Item tracking systems I've used in the past have been a disappointment, but I may have finally found what I was looking for in ChatGPT.
Nintendo's goofy alarm clock will be available to everyone in March
Engadget / 7h
Alarmo , the most important hardware announcement Nintendo's made in the last year, will soon be available to a lot more people. Nintendo says the motion-tracking alarm clock will be able to be purchased "in stores at participating retailers" in March, without the need for a Nintendo Switch Online subscription or a visit to a physical Nintendo store. Nintendo's alarm clock originally launched in
Your First Look at Terrifier‘s David Howard Thornton as a Twisted Mickey Is Here
100+Gizmodo / 7h
Screamboat riffs on public domain Disney short Steamboat Willie , with a much higher body count.
From computers to crayons: 7 of the best credit cards to use for school supplies
The Points Guy / 8h
Editor’s note: This is a recurring post, regularly updated with new information and offers. Back-to-school season is here, and it’s important for you (or your kids) to have the right supplies. That back-to-school list can sometimes run into the hundreds or thousands of dollars, from laptops to pencils and everything in between. If you are looking to earn more points and miles or hit a minimum spe
‘We Don’t Clean Suites Unless Paid For’: How Marriott Denies Free Upgrades To Available Rooms
87View from the Wing / 8h
Marriott promises a lot to members, and frequently doesn't delivery. Hilton doesn't promise much, and so it rarely disappoints. Some Marriotts have even figured out a new way to avoid handing out upgrades, and I have to say that it's really clever. Continue reading ...
Can AI Chatbots Be Your Virtual Assistant?
How-To Geek / 8h
AI chatbots may not be the tireless 24/7 assistants that tech companies promised, but with the right approach, they can still help you be more productive and get more done. Here's what you need to know to use AI chatbots as virtual assistants.
TikTok Users Are Flocking to Another Chinese Social Media App as U.S. Ban Looms
25Gizmodo / 8h
Congress is going to have to play whack-a-mole.
WhatsApp looks set to get an AI makeover soon – here's what could be coming
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 8h
WhatsApp is seemingly testing a new look that brings AI front and center to the messaging app, as first discovered by WABetaInfo . The new look, as seen on a beta version of the Android app, gives AI its own tab and is clearly aimed at encouraging users to play with Meta's many AI tools. The WABetaInfo team found the AI tab lists features such as “Popular AI characters” you can chat with and bots
The Vvolt Centauri II Just Became My New Favorite E-Bike
Lifehacker / 8h
I’ve tested a ton of bikes since I started doing reviews on Lifehacker in 2023—from low frills affairs like the Propella 7S to higher end e-Mountain Bikes like Canyon’s Spectra l—and while no e-bike is right for every type of rider and every taste, the Centauri II is my overall favorite. I like the Vvolt Centauri II so much that I feel the need to open with a disclaimer: I am not getting paid by
How to Use TikTok in the US, Even When It's Banned
Lifehacker / 8h
The deadline is nearly here: Unless the Supreme Court steps in to save it, TikTok will be legally banned in the United States on Jan. 19. If you're one of the 170 million Americans who use TikTok every day, you might be a bit upset by the situation. Here's the good news: Even if the U.S. bans TikTok in this country, that won't stop you from being able to access it. Sure, it might make it much mor
Why Doesn't LA Just Put the Fires Out Using Ocean Water?
100+Futurism / 8h
As the city takes stock of the wreckage, firefighters are still battling several wildfires in the Los Angeles region — and the path of destruction is enormous. An extremely dry 2024 — inextricable at this point from the consequences of human-caused climate change — has made firefighting efforts even more complicated. Last week, fire hydrants started to run dry , leaving some firefighters empty-ha
Mark Zuckerberg and the power of the media
MIT Technology Review / 8h
This article first appeared in The Debrief, MIT Technology Review’s weekly newsletter from our editor in chief Mat Honan. To receive it in your inbox every Friday, sign up here . On Tuesday last week, Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg released a blog post and video titled “ More Speech and Fewer Mistakes .” Zuckerberg—whose previous self-acknowledged mistakes include the Cambridge Analytica data scanda l,
Why the digital divide persists within Indigenous communities
Mashable / 8h
In 2020, amid a global pandemic that highlighted a staggering digital divide among Americans , the federal government pledged to do something. Its solution? Some promising tech subsidies and a wave of funding for internet access initiatives , specifically high speed broadband. This money included the government's promise to fix the missing middle miles of fiber optic connections that have for dec
Apple Users in 2025 Are Headed for the Best Year of Their Lives, Probably
200+Gizmodo / 9h
Apple's outlook for the year includes a new member of the iPhone lineup, another push for the smart home, and beefy MacBook Pros.
Yes, I Do Want a Drink-Carrying Robot
How-To Geek / 9h
CES is the time of year to expect tech that isn't always, well, actually marketable . Sometimes the premise doesn't make sense, like a robot vacuum that can not only clean floors but also deliver drinks. And yet I kind of want one anyway.
TPG’s guide to understanding EU261 flight compensation
The Points Guy / 9h
Editor’s note: This story is regularly updated with the latest information. Flight delays and cancellations are an inevitable part of airline travel. The Biden administration has pressured airlines to provide passengers with meals, lodging and other reimbursements with a federal dashboard . The website lays out each major U.S. carrier’s guarantees in the event of a “controllable” cancellation or
Longevity-Obsessed Tech Millionaire Discontinues De-Aging Drug Out of Concerns That It Aged Him
500+Gizmodo / 9h
The tech centimillionaire, who is known for taking droves of wellness supplements, has backtracked on one of his special pills.
MSI’s New Gaming PC Has a Touchscreen Case, and I’m Slightly Obsessed
How-To Geek / 9h
While companies have been putting displays on PC cases for many years, MSI's new gaming tower takes this aesthetic up a notch. There is a built-in 1080p touchscreen on the front, and I absolutely love it.
The CIA’s first CTO, Nand Mulchandani, prepares for the Trump administration
TechCrunch / 9h
In April 2022, the CIA decided to swipe right on Nand Mulchandani, appointing him as its first-ever chief technology officer. It was a good look for the CIA. Mulchandani, who previously served as the CTO and acting director of the Defense Department’s Joint Artificial Intelligence Center, is something of a rare breed in Washington. Before […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal u
Your Protein Shake May Be Laced With Lead, Report Finds
100+Gizmodo / 9h
Nearly half of tested products contained potentially unsafe levels of lead, cadmium, and other toxic metals, according to a new report from the Clean Labels Project.
Mastodon’s founder cedes control, refuses to become next Musk or Zuckerberg
49Ars Technica - All content / 9h
Mastodon announced Monday that it's shifting its structure over the next six months to become wholly owned by a European nonprofit organization—"affirming the intent that Mastodon should not be owned or controlled by a single individual." This takes control of the social network away from its previous "ultimate decision-maker," Eugen Rochko. As founder, Rochko initially took the reins to ensure t
2002’s Neverwinter Nights gets a patch in 2025 from “unpaid software engineers”
Ars Technica - All content / 9h
Neverwinter Nights came out in 2002 and received an enhanced edition in 2018. In 2025, that should really be it, but there's something special about Bioware's second dip into the Dungeons & Dragons universe. The energy from the game's community is strong enough that, based largely on the work of "unpaid software engineers," the game received a new patch last week . Neverwinter Nights (NN) Enhance
How GM’s Super Cruise went from limo driving to lane changes and towing
Ars Technica - All content / 9h
When we first tested Super Cruise in 2018 , the partially automated driver's assist impressed us enough that we wanted to see it rolled out across as much of General Motors' lineup as possible. Seven years later, our attitude toward such driver assists is a little more sober. Drivers are often more confident about such systems than they ought to be, and that's when they even care about such featu
New York starts enforcing $15 broadband law that ISPs tried to kill
32Ars Technica - All content / 9h
The New York law requiring Internet providers to offer cheap plans to people with low incomes will take effect on Wednesday this week following a multi-year court battle in which the state defeated broadband industry lobby groups. A US appeals court upheld the law in April 2024, reversing the ruling of a district judge who blocked it in 2021. The Supreme Court last month decided not to hear the b
Skull long thought to be Cleopatra’s sister’s was actually a young boy
Ars Technica - All content / 9h
Scientists have demonstrated that an ancient human skull excavated from a tomb at Ephesos was not that of Arsinoë IV , half-sister to Cleopatra VII. Rather, it's the skull of a young male between the ages of 11 and 14 from Italy or Sardinia, who may have suffered from one or more developmental disorders, according to a new paper published in the journal Scientific Reports. Arsinoë IV's remains ar
Report: After many leaks, Switch 2 announcement could come “this week”
Ars Technica - All content / 9h
Nintendo may be getting ready to make its Switch 2 console official. According to "industry whispers" collected by Eurogamer , as well as reporting from The Verge's Tom Warren, the Switch 2 could be formally announced sometime this week. Eurogamer suggests the reveal is scheduled for this Thursday, January 16. The reporting also suggests that the reveal will focus mostly on the console's hardware
OpenAI presents its preferred version of AI regulation in a new ‘blueprint’
TechCrunch / 9h
OpenAI on Monday published what it’s calling an “economic blueprint” for AI: a living document that lays out policies the company thinks it can build on with the U.S. government and its allies. The blueprint, which includes a forward from Chris Lehane, OpenAI’s VP of global affairs, asserts that the U.S. must act to attract […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.
Ohio Governor Will Let the Cops Charge the Public $750 for Bodycam Footage
83Gizmodo / 9h
Public records request for bodycam footage in Ohio will no longer be free by default.
Zuckerberg Announces Plans to Automate Facebook Coding Jobs With AI
200+Futurism / 9h
Meta Narrative Meta-formerly-Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg says he intends to start automating coding jobs with AI — this year. Zuckerberg announced these ambitions, which if realized would send shockwaves throughout Silicon Valley, on an episode of the Joe Rogan Experience podcast, as spotted by Business Insider . "Probably in 2025, we at Meta, as well as the other companies that are basically wo
Do You Need Sound Absorption Panels in Your Home Theater?
How-To Geek / 9h
If you want to improve the sound in your home theater, sound absorption panels are a great option. Whether you need them and where you place them depends greatly on your circumstances. Here's what you need to know.
Judge Ends One Man’s 11-Year Quest to Recover $765 Million in Bitcoin by Digging Up a Landfill
200+Wired / 9h
A UK judge ruled against James Howells, who has been trying to get a hard drive with private keys to a cryptocurrency fortune out of a landfill for over a decade.
Parallels Can Now Run x86 Windows and Linux on Apple Silicon Mac
How-To Geek / 9h
Parallels Desktop, a popular application for running Windows and Linux virtual machines on Mac, can now run 64-bit x86 operating systems on Apple Silicon Macs. That means more versions of Windows and Linux can run on the latest M1, M2, M3, and M4 Mac computers.
The Best Robots of CES 2025
200+Gizmodo / 9h
The robots at CES 2025 looked cuter than ever, and were packing more AI than we may be comfortable with.
Remember That Metal Ring That Fell From the Sky? We Still Don’t Know Where It Came From
70Gizmodo / 10h
"It was suggested that the ring is space debris, but the evidence is marginal."
Steve Bannon Vows to Get Elon Musk Kicked Out of Trump’s Orbit Before Inauguration Day
84Gizmodo / 10h
Takes one to know one.
With a TikTok Ban Looming, Users Flee to Chinese App ‘Red Note’
100+Wired / 10h
Some say they joined Xiaohongshu, which translates to “little red book,” to spite the US government after a ban on TikTok became more likely.
Go Back to 1995 With These Glorious Retro Batman Forever Figures
74Gizmodo / 10h
Finding Batman, Riddler, Two Face, and Robin at Target would be like a kiss from a rose.
Top cannabis brand Stiiizy says hackers got access to its systems
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Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 10h
Los Angeles cannabis store Stiizy files new report with the California Attorney General Report discusses a November 2024 cyber-incident, which researchers are saying it was a ransomware attack Thousands of customers could be affected by the breach Stiiizy, a popular Los Angeles-based cannabis company, confirmed suffering a cyberattack in late 2024 in which it lost plenty of sensitive customer inf
Why you should add authorized users on the Capital One Venture X
The Points Guy / 10h
Editor’s note: This is a recurring post, regularly updated with new information and offers. The Capital One Venture X Rewards Credit Card shook up the premium rewards credit card market when it launched in November 2021, giving legacy cards like The Platinum Card® from American Express and the Chase Sapphire Reserve® a run for their money. While the Venture X’s $395 annual fee is still something
Can Soundbars Compete with Full Home Theater Sound Systems?
How-To Geek / 10h
When it comes to upgrading your TV’s sound, the choice often boils down to two contenders: a space-saving soundbar or a room-filling home theater system. But how close are these two options performance-wise?
We tried Sonys new XYN headset: a game-changer for 3D content creators
Mashable / 10h
Over the past few years, the market has been flooded with VR headsets, including the Meta Quest , Apple Vision Pro , and numerous other contenders, as companies race to establish themselves in the space. At CES 2025 , Sony unveiled the latest addition to this landscape — a brand-new VR headset and an entire line dedicated to spatial 3D content: Sony XYN. SEE ALSO: 13 new gadgets from CES 2025 tha
Disney bucks a big trend in family cruising by going smaller with 3 new ships
The Points Guy / 10h
One of the dominant themes in family-friendly cruising is “bigger is better,” yet one popular cruise line has chosen to buck that trend with its newest ships. Disney Cruise Line announced Friday that three of its upcoming ships will be smaller than most of the ships in its growing fleet. The cruise line is in the midst of a growth explosion as its fleet more than triples in size from the four shi
Meta admits it deleted links to decentralized Instagram competitor Pixelfed
36Engadget / 10h
Meta appeared to be blocking links to Pixelfed , a decentralized photo-sharing platform, on Facebook, according to both users on Bluesky and 404 Media . A small group of posts that linked to " pixelfed.social " was deleted, with Facebook's "Community Standards on spam" used as a justification. When asked to comment, a Meta spokesperson said removing the posts was a mistake and that they'd be rein
I Use This Tracker to Actually Get My Kids to Brush Their Teeth Every Day
Lifehacker / 10h
We may earn a commission from links on this page. First, a confession: When my parents sent me off to brush my teeth at 7 or 8 years old, I would sometimes run the water in the sink, rub a dab of toothpaste on my front teeth, and stall long enough to make it seem like I had brushed. Only in a child’s mind did it make sense to cheat at brushing with an elaborate ruse that took just as time and ene
Amazon is Killing Its Try-Before-You-Buy Program
How-To Geek / 10h
Amazon previously allowed people to get select clothing and accessories shipped to them before actually buying anything, mirroring how many in-person stores work. Unfortunately, this is now going away.
Parents of Dead OpenAI Whistleblower Say They Believe He Was Murdered
Futurism / 10h
Alarming Allegations In the wake of OpenAI whistleblower Suchir Balaji's shocking death , the young man's family say they believe he was murdered — but there's a lot more to this story, and that claim, than meets the eye. As the San Francisco Standard reports, Balaji's mother Poornima Ramarao is not only claiming that her 26-year-old son was killed — as opposed to dying by suicide, which the city
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are slamming Meta over its fact-checking policy
200+TechCrunch / 10h
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have joined the ranks of those displeased with Meta’s changes to fact-checking and have released a statement saying that the changes “directly undermines free speech.” “Meta’s changes to its ‘Hateful Content Policies’ do not protect free expression but instead foster an environment where abuse and hate speech silence and threaten […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights re
MGM Hotels May Bring Airline-Style Fees to Vegas Dining, Charge Extra For Seat Assignments
View from the Wing / 10h
Want a window seat at a restaurant in Las Vegas? Expect to pay more. Continue reading ...
Firefighter Shuts Down Elon Musk to His Face
1KFuturism / 10h
Fire Starter Last night in a bizarre press-conference-for-one, a member of the LA County Fire Command Team schooled Tesla CEO Elon Musk in the basic physics of water pressure — and shut down his racist assertion that municipal diversity efforts are somehow to blame for the fires raging in California. In a strangely-shot livestream, LA County Fire Battalion Chief Christian Litz breaks the water sy
Zuckerberg asks Trump to stop US companies from having to pay EU fines
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 10h
Mark Zuckerberg has asked President-elect Trump to stop EU imposing fines Meta CEO compared GDPR and antitrust fines to tariffs on US companies Request comes after Facebook and Instagram move to replace fact checking services with community notes Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg has called on President-elect Donald Trump to stop the European Union from levying fines against US companies for violating the
Every single Amazon Fire tablet is on sale for up to 44% off
Mashable / 10h
SAVE UP TO 44%: As of Jan. 13, every Amazon Fire tablet is back on sale. Find the new Fire HD 8 for 35% off, the budget-friendly Fire 7 for 44% off, and much more. The best Amazon Fire tablet deals at a glance: BEST OVERALL Amazon Fire HD 8 $64.99 (save $35) BEST BUDGET DEAL Amazon Fire 7 $44.99 (save $35) BEST FOR KIDS Amazon Fire 7 Kids $59.99 (save $40) We've said it before, but it bears repea
What is RedNote? The Chinese app, aka Xiaohongshu, TikTokkers are flocking to
Mashable / 10h
If the U.S. government wants to ban TikTok , Americans might flock to a different Chinese social media app. About a week before the potential ban, TikTokkers are posting about moving to RedNote, known in China as Xiaohongshu. So many are migrating to the app that it hit No. 1 on Apple's U.S. App Store on Monday. Yes, TikTok might really be on its way out. It's unclear exactly what would immediate
How to Prevent Your Computer From Waking Up Accidentally
37How-To Geek / 11h
Putting your PC to sleep is a great way to save energy while still making sure you can resume work quickly. But what can you do if your PC keeps waking up on its own? Here's how to figure out what's waking it up, and how to prevent it.
AAdvantage Aviator World Elite Business Mastercard review: A solid option for American loyalists
21The Points Guy / 11h
Editor’s note: This is a recurring post, regularly updated with new information and offers. AAdvantage Aviator World Elite Business Mastercard overview The AAdvantage® Aviator® World Elite Business Mastercard® is a well-rounded option for frequent AA flyers. While the card isn’t the most rewarding for ongoing spending, perks like the first checked bag free, the chance to earn an annual companion
Top New York VC Ben Lerer says more mid-sized VC firms are heading for failure
TechCrunch / 11h
Ben Lerer, managing partner of one of New York’s most prestigious seed-stage venture firms, Lerer Hippeau, shared some predictions with Fortune’s Leo Schwartz. He believes venture firms will continue to see a bifurcation as money pours mostly into top funds like Thrive and a16z, as well as into smaller more bespoke funds. “Where you go […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use
The first AI chip startup to go public in 2025 will be Blaize
TechCrunch / 11h
Blaize, an AI chip manufacturer founded by former Intel engineers, is set to IPO on the NASDAQ on January 14. © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.
Advertisers Might Not Like Meta’s ‘Free Speech’ Overhaul, but Does It Matter?
45Gizmodo / 11h
Twitter was never a good place to advertise, but Facebook is incredibly effective, making it unlikely advertisers will leave.
100,000 Point Offer And New White Gold: American Express Business Gold
View from the Wing / 11h
The American Express® Business Gold Card had one of the better initial bonus offers already at 70,000 Membership Rewards points. Now American Express has accelerated things, along with the introduction of a Limited Edition White Gold card option. Continue reading ...
The Best Way to Give Old TVs Bluetooth Is a Streaming Box
How-To Geek / 11h
If, like me, you have an old TV without Bluetooth built in, you might wonder what the best way is to add this feature. I was stuck in the same situation, and surprisingly my conclusion was to add an entire streaming box to the setup.
You Are the Ghost in Steven Soderbergh’s New Haunted House Movie
100+Gizmodo / 11h
The final trailer for Presence is here ahead of the eerie film's January 24 release.
How to Protect Your Kids From Identity Theft
Lifehacker / 11h
Identity theft is worse in some ways than other forms of fraud, because it can remain undetected for a long time. There were 726,396 cases of ID theft overall in the first three quarters of 2024 alone, and it’s a crime that can happen to anybody—including your children. You might think you don’t have to worry about your kids being victims of identity theft because they’re too young and don’t have
Tech Guy Doing Bizarre Things to Live Forever Says He Now Suffers From Endless Hunger
21Futurism / 11h
In his quest to cheat death, 47-year-old tech founder Bryan Johnson says he's become ravenous for something besides everlasting life. Johnson admitted during the course of filming "Don't Die: The Man Who Wants To Live Forever," a new Netflix documentary about his biohacking travails, that the strict diet he follows leaves him seriously craving more. The Kernel and Braintree founder — who was also
Finally, another Thunderbolt 5 SSD has landed, and boy is it fast! Seagate's LaCie Rugged SSD Pro5 is a stunner
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 11h
This is only the second TB5 SSD on the market after the Envoy Ultra Seagate says it can reach speeds of 6700/5300MBps in read/write This rugged SSD will cost up to $600 for the 4TB version LaCie, Seagate’s premium brand, has launched the Rugged SSD Pro5, a high-speed external drive designed for creative professionals. The Thunderbolt 5 drive will be available in 2TB and 4TB capacities, offering h
A first look inside the new, ski-friendly Grand Hyatt Deer Valley
The Points Guy / 11h
[circuit type=review circuit_id=”20420175117″] One of the most exciting hotel openings of the last year was the late 2024 opening of the ski-friendly Grand Hyatt Deer Valley . The hotel is a cornerstone of the Deer Valley ski resort’s East Village multiyear expansion project , which will more than double the resort’s skiable terrain and is said to be the largest development of a U.S. ski village
Sonos CEO behind disastrous app exits with $1.9 million severance
26Ars Technica - All content / 11h
After an app update rollout that can best be described as disastrous, Sonos is seeking a new CEO. The company announced today that Patrick Spence, who had been CEO for eight years, is stepping down. In its announcement, Sonos said its board of directors and Spence "agreed" on the decision while saying it was unrelated to the company's fiscal Q1 2025 earnings, which it will report next month. Spen
Severance Season 1 Recap: Everything you need to remember before watching season 2
Mashable / 11h
Severance is finally back! Mashable Entertainment Reporter Belen Edwards is here to walk you through everything you need to remember going into season 2.
Save up to 70% on new markdowns during Kohls Ultimate Clearance Event
Mashable / 11h
SAVE 70%: Shop Kohl's Ultimate Clearance Event and save up to 70% on clothing, home goods, and more. Best Kohl's clearance deals as of Jan. 13: Best fitness deal Fitbit Inspire 3 $79.99 (save $20) Best tablet deal Amazon Fire HD 10 Tablet (32GB) $94.99 (save $45) Best speaker deal JBL Charge 5 $139.99 (save $40) Kohl’s just snuck up on us with an unexpected sales event: the Ultimate Clearance Eve
Samsung introduces new sleep-tracking metrics that take advantage of SmartThings enabled devices
Engadget / 11h
Samsung just announced new sleep-tracking tools available via the company’s Health app. This includes a new analysis tool that leverages other SmartThings enabled devices. Each morning, users receive a “sleep environment report” that takes factors like temperature, humidity, air quality and light intensity into account. The app will also let folks automatically adjust room settings via the aforem
Enormous Dinosaur Skull Uncovers a Previously Unknown Species
Gizmodo / 12h
Meet Lishulong wangi, a newly described dinosaur that lived 200 million years ago.
Why the Witcher 4 Trailer Being "Pre-rendered" on an RTX 5090 Means Nothing
How-To Geek / 12h
You may have heard that CD Projekt RED have announced their Witcher 4 trailer was "pre-rendered" on an NVIDIA RTX 5090, which is (as of this writing) an upcoming top-tier GPU. While it's certain to be a beast of a card, this pronouncement is pretty much meaningless—here's why.
United Pilots Remove Union Chairman After Spouse’s Hiring Sparks Leadership Showdown
View from the Wing / 12h
United Airlines pilots have ousted the head of their union. Continue reading ...
Drone-UFO Mystery and Conspiracies
Next Big Future / 12h
The exceptional drone or UFO sightings over New Jersey have had a high volume and there are officials who confirm various sightings. Law Enforcement and Local Officials: Various law enforcement agencies, including the Morris County Sheriff’s Office, have reported sightings. Sheriff James Gannon noted that there was no immediate danger to the public but confirmed ... Read more
Xpeng Hybrid Land Aircraft Carrier With a Two Person eVTOL
Next Big Future / 12h
Xpeng has a hybrid six wheel van. It has a gasoline and electric engine. It has automated deployment of a two passenger eVTOL. A vertical takeoff and landing two person vehicle. The van can hold five people and is about the size of a Cybertruck. The vehicles cost about $280,000. • Starting price: $280,000 • ... Read more
What Will New Glenn Do When It Finally is Flying?
Next Big Future / 12h
Blue Origin New Glenn rocket had a scrubbed first launch. Blue Origin will not try again for at least two days and weather will likely cause further days of delays. The rocket seems ready. The problem was icing on a vent. When New Glenn starts flying it will operate much like a larger SpaceX Falcon ... Read more
Deal alert: Points and miles travel deals for January 2025
50The Points Guy / 12h
Editor’s note: Some of the below offers may be targeted. From bonus points on your next hotel stay to generous sales of airline miles, we’re always looking for travel deals to help you earn and redeem your points and miles better. In other words, we want to help you book the vacation of your dreams. Recently, we found one-way fares starting at $49 in JetBlue’s Big Winter Sale and flights to Europ
‘Free Our Feeds’ campaign aims to billionaire-proof Bluesky’s tech
500+TechCrunch / 12h
As Elon Musk and Mark Zuckerberg continue to reshape the social media space, a group of international tech entrepreneurs and advocates has launched a campaign to protect social media from the control and influence of billionaires. The initiative, Free Our Feeds, aims to protect Bluesky’s underlying technology, the AT Protocol, and leverage it to create […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved.
Kraven the Hunter Is Coming Home This Week, If You Dare
200+Gizmodo / 12h
The film that potentially killed Sony's Spider-Man spinoff universe is on digital January 14.
How Much Do Award Tickets Cost Airlines? You Might Be Surprised
80One Mile at a Time / 12h
Have you ever wondered how much airlines are reimbursed when you redeem miles for a first or business class ticket? I want to address that in this post, because it’s probably not as much as you’d expect. The fascinating economics of airline award seats It goes without saying that airline loyalty programs have evolved over the decades. When American AAdvantage was founded well over 40 years ago, t
Celebs and tech luminaries including Mark Ruffalo want to create a fully open social media ecosystem
35Engadget / 12h
I think it’s safe to say that most humans on this planet are growing, how can I put this lightly, weary of the current billionaire stewards of our social media ecosystem. X is a hateful mess . Meta is trying to become a hateful mess . TikTok is likely on its way out . Social media is just not that fun or useful anymore. However, a cadre of celebrities and notable ex-Twitter users are trying to “s
Best Buy has refurbished USB-C AirPods Pro down to $150 for one day only
Mashable / 12h
Save $100 : Best Buy has USB-C Apple AirPods Pro down to $149.99 as a deal of the day on Jan. 13. That means this deal is available for today only, and nets you a 40% discount over buying new AirPods at their $249.99 full price. Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Refurbished USB-C Apple AirPods Pro $149.99 at Best Buy $249.99 Save $100.00 Apple AirPods Pro are expensive, but they go on sale more
Delegate floorcare with this Dreame L20 robot vac deal — 57% off
Mashable / 12h
GET $800 OFF: The Dreame L20 Ultra Robot Vacuum is on sale at Amazon for $599.99, saving you 57%, or $800. Opens in a new window Credit: Dreame Dreame L20 Ultra Robot Vacuum $599.99 at Amazon $1,399.99 Save $800.00 Vacuum it and mop it, all without lifting a finger. The Dreame L20 Ultra Robot Vacuum is a multi-functional robot vacuum that self deploys to take care of cleaning your home. Right now
What You Get With Apple One, and How Much It'll Cost You
Lifehacker / 12h
Introduced in 2019, Apple combined its services into three convenient subscription packages called Apple One. If you're deep in the Apple ecosystem like me, it can be a money-saving option. Here's what the plan costs, and what each service separately will cost you. Apple One pricing The Individual plan ($19.95 per month) includes 50GB of storage on iCloud+ and subscriptions to Apple TV+, Apple Mu
My Favorite Amazon Deal of the Day: The iPad Mini A17 Pro
Lifehacker / 12h
We may earn a commission from links on this page. Deal pricing and availability subject to change after time of publication. The latest iPad mini 7 was released in Oct. of last year, bringing a smaller and more compact design with Apple Intelligence features. Although it was recently released, the iPad Mini already has a hefty $100 discount. You can get it for $399 (originally $499), the biggest
These Nine States Will Have Lower Income Taxes This Year
Lifehacker / 12h
While tax rates always vary from state to state, what you can be sure of is a chunk of your income getting eaten up each paycheck. Some bright news: As of January 1, 2025, income tax rate cuts have gone into effect in nine states. Of these nine states, some cuts are minimal, while others are fairly sizable. Of course, whatever state you live in, I recommend getting ahead of the game right now by
Sam Altman predicts artificial superintelligence (AGI) will happen this year
91Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 12h
Sam Altman reflects on nine years of OpenAI He predicts we will achieve AGI in 2025 AI Agents will also enter the workforce for the first time In a long and wistful blog post titled ‘ Reflections ’ Sam Altman, the mercurial CEO of ChatGPT creators OpenAI, has said that he believes we will achieve AGI (artificial general intelligence, also known as superintelligence) "as we have traditionally unde
Shop Best Buys outlet sale and get up to 50% off headphones, laptops, and appliances.
Mashable / 12h
SAVE UP TO 50%: Shop Best Buy's Outlet sale and find headphones, laptops, appliances, and more up to 50% off. Best Outlet Sale Deals Best Apple Deal Apple AirPods 4 with Active Noise Cancellation $144.99 at Best Buy (Save $35) Best laptop deal Alienware m16 (AMD Ryzen 9 7000 Series, 16GB RAM, 1TB SSD) $2,239.99 at Best Buy (Save $560) Best smart watch deals Apple Watch Ultra (49 mm, GPS + Cellula
Amazon deal of the day: Record low price alert on the latest Apple iPad Mini
Mashable / 12h
Check out the best Amazon deals of the day as of Jan. 13: OUR TOP PICK Apple iPad Mini (A17 Pro, 128GB, WiFi) $399 (save $100) BUDGET TABLET DEAL Amazon Fire 7 tablet $79.99 (save $35) BEST SMART DISPLAY DEAL Amazon Echo Show 5 $69.99 (save $20) BEST HOME DEAL AeroGarden Harvest Elite $60 (save $59.99) BEST SMARTWATCH DEAL Garmin Instinct $179.99 (save $70) Another week, another opportunity to sn
Politicians Blame Los Angeles Fires on Explosion of AI Data Centers
24Futurism / 12h
The city of Los Angeles is still battling three fierce wildfires. As of Monday morning, at least 24 people have lost their lives and more than 120,000 structures have been either damaged or destroyed in the area. It's a devastating situation — and the required water to keep the flames at bay is as difficult as ever to come by. The West Coast has been battling severe droughts , with Southern Calif
What to know about travel impacts and ways to help as Southern California fires cause devastation
55The Points Guy / 12h
Editor’s note: This article has been updated with new information. The wildfires that are burning a tragic, devastating path across the greater Los Angeles area and have resulted in a loss of more than 12,000 structures and evacuation orders for tens of thousands of residents are also affecting those who had plans to travel from, to or through the area. Many attractions are closed, and some local
Over a Decade of iPads: How Apple's Tablet Became My Most-Used Computer
How-To Geek / 12h
When the first iPad launched, it was a bit of a joke, but the second generation of Apple's mega-successful tablet line got its hooks into me, and I've always had an iPad ever since.
Forget Samsung Folding Phones, the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold Is at Its Best Price Yet, Less Than a Year After Release
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FDA Cites Dirty Equipment, Poor Sanitation at McDonald’s Onion Supplier After E. Coli Scare
42Gizmodo / 13h
Federal inspectors uncovered numerous food safety issues at Taylor Farms' Colorado facility, including equipment found with "large amounts of food debris."
The Nintendo Switch 2 reveal could be imminent
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 13h
Reliable sources suggest that the Nintendo Switch 2 reveal could be soon Leaks suggest we should expect a hardware-focused trailer later this week This lines up with the strategy used for the original Nintendo Switch By this point I would forgive you if you're tired of all the Nintendo Switch 2 rumors and leaks, but thankfully it seems like we won't need to wait that much longer for an official c
How to watch Diddy: The Making of a Bad Boy online from anywhere – stream Sean Combs documentary
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 13h
Watch Diddy: The Making of a Bad Boy online Now behind bars and awaiting trial for racketeering and sex trafficking offences, Diddy: The Making of a Bad Boy is the first of two separate upcoming documentaries telling the sordid secrets of the fallen music superstar. This one is on Peacock in the US – read on for how to watch Diddy: The Making of a Bad Boy online from anywhere with a VPN . Whateve
There's one handheld gaming PC that went under the radar at CES 2025 - and it's got a secret weapon to beat the competition
56Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 13h
Tencent Sunday Dragon 3D One was unveiled at CES 2025, featuring an 11-inch screen Features Intel's Lunar Lake processor, similar to MSI's Claw 8 AI+ It's still a prototype as of now, and may never even launch Lenovo and MSI may have stolen the show when it came to gaming handhelds at CES 2025 , but there's one that went under the radar that has a few tricks up its sleeve that could let it compet
In Dungeons & Dragons‘ New Monster Manual, Bigger Means Better
100+Gizmodo / 13h
The final entry in the trifecta of refreshed core D&D rulebooks goes all in on 'More is More'.
If Even 0.001 Percent of an AI's Training Data Is Misinformation, the Whole Thing Becomes Compromised, Scientists Find
24Futurism / 13h
It's no secret that large language models (LLMs) like the ones that power popular chatbots like ChatGPT are surprisingly fallible. Even the most advanced ones still have a nagging tendency to contort the truth — and with an unnerving degree of confidence. And when it comes to medical data, those kinds of discrepancies become a whole lot more serious given that lives may be at stake. Researchers a
Chase Ink Business Cash card review: Great for office supplies and technology services
The Points Guy / 13h
Editor’s note: This is a recurring post, regularly updated with new information and offers. Ink Business Cash Credit Card overview Chase’s Ink Business Cash® Credit Card provides a healthy 5% cash back on office supplies and select utilities, as well as 2% cash back at restaurants and gas stations — up to the first $25,000 spent in combined purchases each account anniversary year. Given these cat
Raspberry AI raises $24M from a16z to accelerate fashion design
23TechCrunch / 13h
The world of fashion is moving at a faster pace each year. Most retailers introduce new styles each season, and fast-fashion companies like Shein, H&M, and Zara update their collections continuously. To keep pace with the rapid demand for new styles, brands and manufacturers have been turning to tech to accelerate their design process. Raspberry […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For per
Forget Expensive GPUs, Some Console Games Came With Their Own Graphics Chip
How-To Geek / 13h
It's easy to be cynical about the cost of gaming hardware these days, but at least you only have to buy one set of hardware to use with many games. At one particular moment in gaming history, however, you might have been buying more than just some data on a cartridge when you brought a new game home.
United Airlines Makes Printing Boarding Passes Harder: Push To Digital Could Frustrate Flyers [Roundup]
View from the Wing / 13h
A roundup of the most important stories of the day. I keep you up to date on the most interesting writings I find on other sites – the latest news and tips. Continue reading ...
Mastodon will soon be owned by a nonprofit entity
31Engadget / 13h
At a time when Elon Musk and Mark Zuckerberg have shown that the whims of one person can upend an entire social network, Mastodon’s CEO and creator, Eugen Rochko, is heading the opposite direction. In a blog post published today, the Mastodon team announced its intention to let a new nonprofit organization take over the company. In other words, Rochko is voluntarily handing over the reins to the
Apple users facing new security risks after critical USB component hacked
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 13h
Researcher uncovers method to hack the ACE3 USB-C Controller This is a critical component used for charging and data transfer for Apple devices Apple deemed the attack too complex to present a threat The ACE3 USB-C controller, a proprietary Apple technology used for charging and data transfer for iPhones, Macs, and other devices, can be hacked to allow malicious actors to run unauthorized activit
Microsoft's own baddie team 'attacked' more than 100 generative AI products: Here's what they learnt
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 13h
Microsoft created an AI red team back in 2018 as it foresaw the rise of AI A red team represents the enemy; and adopts the adversarial persona. Latest whitepaper from the team hopes to address common vulnerabilities in AI systems and LLMs Over the past seven years, Microsoft has been addressing the risks in artificial intelligence systems through its dedicated AI 'red team'. Established to forese
Supreme Court lets Hawaii sue oil companies over climate change effects
39Ars Technica - All content / 13h
On Monday, the Supreme Court declined to decide whether to block lawsuits that Honolulu filed to seek billions in damages from oil and gas companies over allegedly deceptive marketing campaigns that hid the effects of climate change. Now those lawsuits can proceed, surely frustrating the fossil fuel industry, which felt that SCOTUS should have weighed in on this key "recurring question of extraor
