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'AI is no longer a future concept, but an operational reality': New KPMG report claims firms are "racing" to deploy AI - but need to ensure they have the right security protections
Latest from TechRadar / 9min
Three in four companies are meeting or exceeding AI ROI expectations, but security needs a bigger emphasis for future longevity.
3 free, open-source apps that helped me gamify my goals
How-To Geek / now
You probably already know what an ideal day looks like—you just can’t seem to have one consistently. From personal experience, I can testify that closing this gap is a lot more difficult than it seems. That said, what helped me the most was trying to gamify my goals, and these three FOSS apps became the backbone of that system.
Trump Mobile’s terms and conditions have been updated to suggest the T1 Phone might never ship, surprising almost no one
Latest from TechRadar / 2min
The Trump Mobile T1 Phone now looks even less like a real product than it used to, thanks to changes to the terms and conditions.
Why AI-generated ads are becoming indistinguishable
Latest from TechRadar / 16min
AI speeds up advertising, but without strategy it risks making brands forgettable.
Apples macOS 27 will fix the most annoying design issues in macOS Tahoe, report claims
Mashable / 22min
Apple 's macOS Tahoe came with a new, Liquid Glass-infused design when it launched last September, but not all of it worked as well as it does on the iPhone and iPad . Now, Bloomberg's Mark Gurman claims Apple is about to make some design changes in the upcoming macOS 27 to address some of the most glaring issues. Mashable 101 Fan Fave: Vote for your favorite creator today. The new macOS 27 won't
International cyber attack disrupts swathe of universities and schools
BBC News / 23min
A hacking group breached the academic software Canvas, used by thousands of schools and universities across the globe.
Gartner: GenAI has broken traditional cybersecurity awareness – what comes next?
Latest from TechRadar / 24min
GenAI is exposing human risk gaps, forcing cybersecurity to shift from awareness to behavior.
CUDA Proves Nvidia Is a Software Company
Wired / 30min
There’s a deep, forbidding moat that surrounds Nvidia—and it has nothing to do with hardware.
I Work in Hollywood. Everyone Who Used to Make TV Is Now Secretly Training AI
Wired / 30min
For screenwriters like me—and job seekers all over—AI gig work is the new waiting tables. In eight months, I’ve done 20 of these soul-crushing contracts for five different platforms. It’s bad.
What Will It Take to Modernize the US Power Grid?
Gizmodo / 36min
America’s aging electric grid is struggling to meet modern demands—especially amid the AI boom. Overhauling it will be no small feat.
6 Reasons Service On US Airlines Is Inconsistent, Often Bad
One Mile at a Time / 40min
Let me start this post by stating that I very much respect the work that flight attendants do. I think (for the most part) they work hard and have difficult jobs. I certainly wouldn’t last a week dealing with the traveling public. That being said, I think most people can agree that US airlines don’t have a reputation for having the best or most consistent service. There are lots of incredible fli
NYT Pips hints, answers for May 11, 2026
Mashable / 51min
Welcome to your guide to Pips, the latest game in the New York Times catalogue. Released in August 2025, Pips puts a unique spin on dominoes, creating a fun single-player experience that could become your next daily gaming habit. Currently, if you're stuck, the game only offers to reveal the entire puzzle, forcing you to move on to the next difficulty level and start over. However, we have you co
The Garmin vívoactive 6 is down to its lowest-ever price at Amazon — save $50
Mashable / 51min
SAVE $50: As of May 11, the Garmin vívoactive 6 is on sale for $249.99 at Amazon. That marks a return to its lowest-ever price at the retailer. Opens in a new window Credit: Garmin Garmin vívoactive 6 $249.99 at Amazon $299.99 Save $50 For those with an athletic lifestyle, a fitness tracker is worth having on your wrist to keep a close eye on your progress towards your goals. If you've been think
Should you get an AirTag or a GPS tracker for your dog? Experts weigh in.
Mashable / 51min
When my wife and I rescued our dog , Milly, this winter, we registered her microchip right away, but we wanted another level of protection. From the rescue, we knew Milly was a runner, which meant taking extra precautions, like double-leashing and working with a dog trainer right away. But I'd also scooped up a four-pack of AirTags when they were at an all-time low during Black Friday so that I c
Regularly $1,499, the Anker Solix C2000 power station is under $800 if you act fast
Mashable / 51min
SAVE $699.01: As of May 11, the Anker Solix C2000 is on sale for $799.99 at Amazon. That's a 47% discount on the list price. Opens in a new window Credit: Anker Anker Solix C2000 $799.99 at Amazon $1,499 Save $699.01 The Anker Solix C2000 has gone down in price once again at Amazon, and this time you can save almost 50%. As of May 11, the price has dropped from $1,499 to $799.99, saving you just
The Fitbit Charge 6 is back on sale at Amazon — save $40 for a limited time
Mashable / 51min
SAVE $40: As of May 6, the Fitbit Charge 6 is on sale for $119.95 at Amazon. That's a 25% discount on the list price. Opens in a new window Credit: Fitbit Fitbit Charge 6 $119.95 at Amazon $159.95 Save $40.00 The Fitbit Charge 6 has dropped in price again at Amazon. If you're looking for a budget-friendly fitness tracker , it's the perfect choice. As of May 11, the Fitbit Charge 6 has dropped fro
Samsung’s ultra-fast 4TB portable SSD is $145 off right now
Mashable / 51min
TL;DR: Get the Samsung T9 4TB Portable SSD and get fast, durable storage for large projects and backups, on sale for $999.99 (reg. $1,144.99). Opens in a new window Credit: Samsung Samsung T9 4TB Portable SSD (Black) $999.99 $1,144.99 Save $145 Running out of storage in the middle of a large project is frustrating enough. Waiting forever for files to transfer makes it worse. If you regularly work
Pokémon TCG Perfect Order Booster Packs are down to their best-ever price at Amazon — buy for under $9
Mashable / 51min
TL;DR: Amazon has the Perfect Order New Single Pokémon Booster Pack on sale for $8.70, down from its $9.95 list price . That’s its lowest Amazon price in 30 days, with free delivery available from a third-party seller. Opens in a new window Credit: The Pokémon Company Pokémon TCG Perfect Order Booster Pack $8.70 at Amazon $9.95 Save $1.25 Perfect Order has secured its position in the Pokémon TCG
Keyboard Shortcuts I Learned From My Cat
Wired / 59min
Every time my cat Mira walks across a keyboard, I learn a few new Mac and PC keyboard shortcuts I never knew about.
Trump’s World Liberty to Get Legal Cover From New Crypto Law, Influential Expert Says
Gizmodo / 1h
He claims WLFI is an unregistered security as it exists today, and that the SEC lacks the integrity needed to enforce the law.
The Pokémon TCG Perfect Order Booster Bundle is close to market price at Amazon — now under $50
Mashable / 1h
TL;DR: Amazon has the Pokémon TCG Mega Evolution Perfect Order Booster Bundle listed for $49.99 . That puts it just above TCGplayer’s current $41.49 market price . Walmart has it for $42.95 . Opens in a new window Credit: The Pokémon Company Pokémon TCG Mega Evolution Perfect Order Booster Bundle $49.99 at Amazon The Perfect Order expansion has been fluctuating in price since it launched, so we'v
SNL UK cold open offers a terrifying look at Trump and Farage 20 years in the future
Mashable / 1h
SNL UK 's latest cold open is a literal window into the future, bringing us to a 2046 where Reform leader Nigel Farage is UK prime minister and Donald Trump is apparently "king". In the clip above Farage (a guest appearance from actor Peter Serafinowicz) downs a pint in Number 10 before his deputy and former Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch (played by Ayoade Bamgboye) brings him his morning brie
Your humble digital wallet may soon become the gatekeeper to your purchases
Latest from TechRadar / 1h
As digital wallets continue their rapid expansion, industry conversation remains focused on the user interface - how seamless checkout is, how fast authentication happens and how frictionless the end-user experience feels.
'The next few months and years will be pivotal': Most tech workers aren't sure MPs understand what AI actually does
Latest from TechRadar / 1h
Tech workers are worried about losing their jobs to AI, but politicians are more worried about fraud and abuse.
Yes, Apple Is Reportedly Retooling Some Liquid Glass Problems for macOS 27
Gizmodo / 1h
But no, they’re not killing Liquid Glass.
Compression’s new goal: Reducing how much an AI ‘overthinks’
Latest from TechRadar / 1h
We compress not to shrink data, but to make it cheaper for AI to “think”.
VPN deal of the week: Get Norton VPN Standard at half-price with TechRadar's exclusive deal where you get a $30 Amazon gift card with any two-year Norton VPN plan – perfect for keeping data secure on your phone, tablet, or computer
Latest from TechRadar / 1h
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Everyone’s doing AI, but who’s seeing value?
Latest from TechRadar / 1h
AI is everywhere, but few organizations achieve real, scalable business value.
NYT Connections Sports Edition today: Hints and answers for May 11, 2026
Mashable / 1h
Today's Connections: Sports Edition will require some sports and pop culture knowledge. As we've shared in previous hints stories, this is a 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 ea
NYT Mini crossword answers, hints for May 11, 2026
Mashable / 2h
The Mini is a bite-sized version of The New York Times ' revered daily crossword. While the crossword is a lengthier experience that requires both knowledge and patience to complete, The Mini is an entirely different vibe. With only a handful of clues to answer, the daily puzzle doubles as a speed-running test for many who play it. So, when a tricky clue disrupts a player's flow, it can be frustr
Hurdle hints and answers for May 11, 2026
Mashable / 6h
If you like playing daily word games like Wordle , then Hurdle is a great game to add to your routine. There are five rounds to the game. The first round sees you trying to guess the word, with correct, misplaced, and incorrect letters shown in each guess. If you guess the correct answer, it'll take you to the next hurdle, providing the answer to the last hurdle as your first guess. This can give
Moon phase today: What the Moon will look like on May 11
Mashable / 6h
The Moon is losing visibility each night as we approach the New Moon. With just a few nights left before it's total darkness, keep reading to find out what you might be able to see tonight. What is today’s Moon phase? As of Monday, May 11, the Moon phase is Waning Crescent. Tonight, 36% of the moon will be be lit up, according to NASA's Daily Moon Guide . Without any visual aids, tonight you can
NYT Connections hints today: Clues, answers for May 11, 2026
Mashable / 8h
The NYT Connections puzzle today is not too difficult if you love a good mystery. 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 an
NYT Strands hints, answers for May 11, 2026
Mashable / 8h
Today's NYT Strands hints are easy if you love a good mashup. Strands , the New York Times ' elevated word-search game, 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 an answer.
Wordle today: Answer, hints for May 11, 2026
Mashable / 8h
Today's Wordle answer should be easy to solve if you just got married. 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, Sudoku, free crossword, and more: Play games on Mashable SEE ALSO: NYT Connections
These bookshelf speakers just replaced basically every part of my hi-fi set-up in one fell swoop — after months of testing, I really appreciate the Edifier M90's sheer range of connectivity
Latest from TechRadar / 9h
The Edifier M90 is a jack-of-all-trades desktop and monitor speaker that connects in loads of ways.
Cyber-crime increasingly coming with threats of physical violence
BBC News / 10h
While hackers used to sneak into computer systems, intimidation of staff is now more common.
Rivals season 2 review: Jilly Cooper bonkbuster is still as steamy as ever — but troubling tensions take over in first three-episode release
Latest from TechRadar / 11h
We've only got three episodes of Rivals season 2 releasing in the near future — but boy has the Hulu and Disney+ show's return made an unforgettable impression.
Quordle hints and answers for Monday, May 11 (game #1568)
Latest from TechRadar / 11h
Looking for Quordle clues? We can help. Plus get the answers to Quordle today and past solutions.
NYT Connections hints and answers for Monday, May 11 (game #1065)
Latest from TechRadar / 11h
Looking for NYT Connections answers and hints? Here's all you need to know to solve today's game, plus my commentary on the puzzles.
NYT Strands hints and answers for Monday, May 11 (game #799)
Latest from TechRadar / 11h
Looking for NYT Strands answers and hints? Here's all you need to know to solve today's game, including the spangram.
Samsung's Bespoke update is big step towards a useful AI for your fridge
Engadget / 11h
Running a software upgrade on a fridge feels strange, but these are the times we live in.
I'm impressed that Microsoft keeps on improving PowerToys with smart additions — but I wonder why the newest monitor trick isn't in Windows 11 by default
Latest from TechRadar / 12h
Power Display is a smart add-on that's arrived in the PowerToys suite of utilities, accompanied by another equally useful tool.
Whoop will soon offer users in-app video consultations with licensed clinicians
Engadget / 12h
Clinicians will be able to see users' health data.
