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Teardown of Trump Phone Reveals Incredibly Embarrassing Secret
Futurism / 26min
Ever since it was announced, tech journalists wondered whether president Donald Trump’s “Trump Mobile” smartphone would ever see the light of day. The gaudy-looking golden smartphone, dubbed Trump Mobile T1, finally landed in the hands of a larger pool of tech reviewers this week — and as it turns out, suspicions that it was a shoddily-repackaged phone by Chinese manufacturer HTC were entirely wa




3 genuinely useful Excel projects to try this weekend (June 12-14)
How-To Geek / 11min
A quiet afternoon is the perfect excuse to build practical Excel tools that organize your hobbies, bills, and budget. These three guided projects show how a handful of formulas, tables, and formatting rules can transform a blank worksheet into practical tools that fit around your lifestyle.





Google Antigravity 2.0 replaced the IDE behind a chatbot—but you can get it back
How-To Geek / 11min
Working in a developer environment shouldn't feel like talking to a chatbot. When Google released Antigravity 2.0, it replaced the entire workspace with a chat-first window that hides your file tree, strips out the terminal panels, and boots you straight into an agent dashboard most developers never asked for. This is not the interface I ditched VS Code for , and it bothers me.





Grok Is Still Hosting Sexualized Deepfakes of Famous Women
Wired / 11min
A WIRED investigation found dozens of “nudified” deepfake images and videos on Grok's website, including nonconsensual depictions of celebrities and at least one prominent US politician.





Bluesky launches group chats, as company shifts focus to community features
TechCrunch / 12min
Bluesky's latest feature is group chats, arriving amid a shift in focus on building features for smaller communities.





Are your hybrid meetings doing more harm than good? New survey finds many of us 'forget' about remote colleagues
Latest from TechRadar / 18min
New study reveals hybrid meetings can isolate remote workers due to outdated technology and meeting fatigue.





New Antibiotic Found in Dirt Targets Bacteria in a Way ‘Never Been Seen Before’
Gizmodo / 18min
Researchers tested their newly discovered peptide against one common antibiotic-resistant bacteria. Only about one in every hundred million survived to pass on genetic resistance.





Arris Surfboard isn't the best modem anymore—and the multi-gig upgrade I use instead
How-To Geek / 25min
For years, the Arris Surfboard has been the default pick for modems—the one you bought to ditch your ISP's rental fee and never think about again. And it definitely earned that reputation. The Surfboard lineup, especially the SB8200 and S33 , has been rock solid for a lot of people.





Is It a Super El Niño Year? It Could Turn the World’s Weather Upside Down
Wired / 25min
From a wet winter in the Southwest to fewer Atlantic hurricanes, this is what to expect as a potential super El Niño takes shape.

Deezer Claims Its New Tool Can Detect AI Music on Most Major Streaming Services
Lifehacker / 43min
AI is everywhere right now—even in places you don't expect. You might be jamming to a new song on Spotify or YouTube, only to later learn that the track was "composed" entirely by bots (save for an initial human-generated prompt). Some might argue that AI music has its place, but if you're like me, you want to devote your attention to art created by real people, who have taken the time to hone a





The Best Books, Movies, Video Games, and Podcasts to Check Out After Watching ‘Shōgun’
Lifehacker / 43min
We may earn a commission from links on this page. FX’s Shōgun combines lush historical drama, complex political gamesmanship, and a deep dive into the intricacies of 16th-century Japanese culture and history to create wildly addictive TV. Despite being initially conceived as a single mini-series adapting James Clavell’s 1975 novel, it was so popular that two more seasons have been greenlit. I f y





AI Learned How the Universe Works—and That Created an Unexpected Problem for Physicists
Gizmodo / 46min
When it comes to physics, AI seems to be as bound by prior biases as human scientists.





I hope these 4 Galaxy S26 Ultra software features make their way to the Galaxy A57 and more affordable Samsung phones soon
Latest from TechRadar / 53min
I've used the Samsung Galaxy A57 and S26 Ultra — here are four features of the latter that I hope come to the former soon.





Why I ditched paid productivity apps for this free open-source alternative
How-To Geek / 53min
Are you frustrated with free productivity apps offering bare-bones functionality? Or annoyed by paying a monthly fee for apps that fail to make you any more productive? Well, say hello to Super Productivity—a free app boasting powerful features that’ll put premium alternatives to shame!





These are the 5 safest car brands in 2026 according to Consumer Reports
How-To Geek / 53min
Safety has become one of the biggest battlegrounds in the automotive industry, with automakers packing their vehicles full of advanced driver-assistance systems and crash-protection technology. However, not every brand delivers the same level of protection across its lineup, making brand-wide consistency just as important as the safety credentials of any single model.





Pixar’s Kitty Adventure ‘Gatto’ Looks Purrfectly Delightful
Gizmodo / 53min
'Luca' director Enrico Casarosa returns with another Italy-set tale, hitting theaters March 5, 2027.





After nearly breaking, NASA's Deep Space Network "worked well" on Artemis II
Ars Technica - All content / 58min
NASA pushed its Deep Space Network beyond its limits during the Artemis I mission nearly four years ago. The global array of deep space communications antennas couldn't keep up with the routine demands of 40 robotic science missions and the extraordinary surge required by NASA's Orion space capsule as it flew around the Moon. The experience in late 2022 reduced or delayed downlinks from several h





F1 teams spend millions on their simulators—what makes them different?
Ars Technica - All content / 58min
Among the ways Formula 1 has changed in the 21st century has been its adoption of driver-in-the-loop simulators . It all started in the early 2000s, probably at McLaren, maybe at Toyota or Ferrari; F1 teams are notoriously secretive about their performance advantages. Along the years, they've gotten more and more capable, but so too have high-end consumer sims like the multi-axis setups that cost





Cash App now has cell service—here's how it compares to mobile rivals
How-To Geek / 1h
Cash App is going beyond payments to become a cell carrier. The company has introduced Cash App Mobile, a service that offers unlimited 5G for a flat $40 per month — plus the promise of tie-ins with financial tools you might already use.





Another parent has filed a wrongful death suit against OpenAI
Engadget / 1h
Yet another parent is suing OpenAI, claiming its chatbot did not do enough to prevent their child's death by suicide.





Boox's new Go 6 ereader offers stylus support for note-taking
Engadget / 1h
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CrowdStrike Stranded Passengers—But A 1978 Law Says Airline Vendors Can’t Be Sued For This
View from the Wing / 1h
CrowdStrike’s botched software update helped trigger one of the biggest airline meltdowns in years, stranding passengers and costing Delta alone more than $500 million. Now those passengers are being told they may not be able to sue a software company because of the Airline Deregulation Act.





How to choose the right VPN settings for stable streaming during high-traffic events like the 2026 World Cup
Latest from TechRadar / 1h
By default, your VPN might not offer optimal performance for streaming during high-traffic events like the World Cup — these are the settings you should switch to.





Why Do Chatbots Keep Telling Stories About Someone Named ‘Elias Thorne’?
Gizmodo / 1h
Chatbots just aren't very creative.





This Woot Deal Is the Cheapest Way to Get the Nintendo Switch 2 Before Prices Go Up
Lifehacker / 1h
We may earn a commission from links on this page. Deal pricing and availability subject to change after time of publication. If you've been holding off on buying a Nintendo Switch 2 , now might be the time to pull the trigger. Right now, Woot is offering a one-time sale on the new console, and first-time customers can knock an extra $15 off the price by using the promo code NEW15 at checkout thro





Waymo now has a Premier service for loyal robotaxi riders—here's what you get
How-To Geek / 1h
If you're one of Waymo's most devoted fans, you're about to be rewarded—provided you're willing to pay. The robotaxi service has launched a $30 per month Premier plan that offers exclusive parks for frequent riders.





Toys for Bob dev says the team tried to capture 'the feeling that we fell in love with' when developing Spyro: A Realm Beyond instead of worrying about features first
Latest from TechRadar / 1h
Toys for Bob focused on recapturing how the team felt about the Spyro series when making A Realm Beyond, rather than worrying about which features to include.





We all hate ads on today's smart TVs, but a report says they're a big part of why TV prices haven't had to rise as a result of the memory crisis — so if you're upgrading your set for the World Cup, say thanks to advertisers, I guess
Latest from TechRadar / 1h
TVs aren't immune from the electronics component crisis –but manufacturers had already given up on making money from hardware





Airlines Are Offering Huge Credit Card Bonuses This Summer — But Do They Make Sense?
One Mile at a Time / 1h
If it feels like every airline is dangling a big credit card bonus right now, you’re not imagining it. As summer travel ramps up, Alaska, American, Delta, and Southwest, are all running elevated welcome offers on their co-branded cards — and United just wrapped up its own increased offers a couple of weeks ago. If you’ve been thinking about adding an airline card to your wallet, the timing is har





Maximize Efficiency with 4 Portable Apps on a Compact USB Drive
How-To Geek / 1h
I had a rather strange idea the other day. I've already been using USB drives for portable versions of apps for a long time. I also use them for storing ISO files and (obviously) storage for in-progress files.





Steven Spielberg Doesn’t Need ‘James Bond’ Anymore
Gizmodo / 1h
Spielberg is done begging for the franchise to recognize his immense talents.





These Logs of ChatGPT Allegedly Driving a Suicidal Woman to Her Death Are Deeply Disturbing
Futurism / 1h
OpenAI is facing yet another lawsuit over a user’s death by suicide. The latest lawsuit, filed today in California, accuses OpenAI’s ChatGPT — specifically the chatbot’s now-defunct GPT-4o model — of encouraging the suicide of Alice Carrier, a 24-year-old web developer in Montreal, Canada. “If a person came up to me, and they were clearly in distress and sharing their thoughts of suicide, I would





Norton VPN dropped its price just in time for the World Cup — secure your stream for less than $4 a month
Latest from TechRadar / 2h
Score big with Norton VPN's World Cup price drop





Waymo's monthly membership seems like a bad deal
Engadget / 2h
Waymo will happily relieve you of $30 a month in exchange for not a whole lot.





United Airlines Confirms It Will Block Middle Seats On New A321XLRs To Fly With Fewer Flight Attendants
View from the Wing / 2h
United Airlines confirms its new Airbus A321XLRs will use blocked middle seats in coach so the planes can fly with fewer Flight Attendants. The move copies European-style business class seating and could turn two otherwise unusable middle seats into a paid extra space product.





A Washington, DC-inspired United Club is coming to Dulles airport
The Points Guy Articles / 2h
What follows Pierre L'Enfant's iconic city grid for Washington, D.C., features a Washington Metro-inspired entryway and has cherry blossom-themed art? The new United Club at nearby Dulles International Airport (IAD). "We've taken a lot of inspiration from the Washington area," Travis Christ, the director of club and lounge programs at United Airlines, said while standing in the future central atr





How I chose my first hotel credit card — and the 4 cards I considered
The Points Guy Articles / 2h
For as long as I've been collecting points and miles , I've been surprisingly noncommittal when it comes to hotels. While many of my colleagues here at TPG have a favorite hotel loyalty program, I've always been happy to stay wherever the location, price and redemption value make the most sense. Some trips call for a Hyatt , others for a Marriott , and sometimes an independent hotel is the better





Toyota aims to bring electric SUVs into the mainstream with the affordable CH-R
How-To Geek / 2h
or years, one of the biggest obstacles preventing electric vehicles from becoming truly mainstream has been affordability. While EV technology has improved rapidly, many electric SUVs still carry price tags that place them well beyond the reach of the average buyer. As a result, shoppers looking for a practical family vehicle have often found themselves sticking with traditional gas-powered cross





10 Shows Like the Live-Action 'Avatar: The Last Airbender' You Should Watch Next
Lifehacker / 2h
We may earn a commission from links on this page. Avatar: The Last Airbender made a huge impression during its initial animated run in 2005, placing Japanese anime style and Chinese cultural references into an American framework that made the series an instant classic—and one that lead to a best-forgotten M. Night Shyamalan movie. The current Netflix series does quite a bit better by airbender Aa





Did Iron Age Britons remove brains of the dead?
Ars Technica - All content / 2h
Very little is known about funerary practices in Iron Age Britain, since few human remains have survived. However, the environment in northwest Scotland is more conducive to preserving bone from that period. Archaeologists have previously noted evidence of postmortem manipulation of human remains, such as mummification, and of modifying human bones into tools or decorative artifacts. Now a new pa





I stopped fighting hotel Wi-Fi and built my own instead
How-To Geek / 2h
Connecting your devices to hotel Wi-Fi is no fun, thanks in large part to those tedious Wi-Fi login pages. Fortunately, there's a way to only have to go through the process once, no matter how many devices you have. You just need to sneakily connect your own Wi-Fi network, and to do that, all you need is the right piece of kit.





Reddit now lets you post videos in comments
Engadget / 2h
Reddit comments now allow videos.





This Free Tool Can Help Spot AI Slop in Spotify and Apple Music Playlists
Gizmodo / 2h
Deezer is now offering a free tool that lets users scan playlists from rival streaming platforms, including Spotify and Apple Music to see which songs have been generated by AI.





Meta’s Edits app is getting an AI assistant and a desktop version
TechCrunch / 2h
By integrating an AI assistant directly into Edits, Meta is aiming to keep creators engaged on Instagram as it continues to compete with TikTok and YouTube for creators' attention.





Reddit rolls out video comments
Mashable / 2h
Do you prefer recording a quick video to writing a text? If so, you'll really like what Reddit just unveiled. Reddit announced the launch of video comments for all of its users on Thursday. The feature allows any Redditor to upload or record a short-form video reply right in the comments of any post in Reddit communities or subreddits. Reddit users were already able to comment with text, images,





OpenAI may slash subscription prices to compete with Anthropic
Mashable / 2h
OpenAI is considering massive product-wide price cuts to address industry concerns and keep up with the rising popularity of competitor AI companies, according to the Wall Street Journal . Speaking to anonymous insiders, the publication reported that the Sam Altman-led company is debating reducing subscription usage costs to retain its customer base — competitors like Anthropic are reportedly deb





The Philips Skylight lets you recreate natural daylight anywhere in your home
Engadget / 2h
The Philips Skylight recreates natural daylight indoors, but we may not be able to buy it in the US.





Microsoft limits employee use of Claude Fable 5 over data retention concerns
Latest from TechRadar / 2h
Fable 5's data retention policy mandates 30 days' storage, or up to two years for flagged content, but Microsoft has concerns.





I filtered the early Amazon Prime Day 3D printer deals down to our 4.5-star workshop-tested winners
Latest from TechRadar / 2h
I found our top-performing 3D printers from Elegoo, Creality, Anycubic, and Bambu Lab all on sale right now.





Furious Judge Cancels Entire Trial After Finding Out Lawyers on Both Sides Used AI
Futurism / 2h
Lawyers just can’t stop being caught using AI chatbots, polluting their filings with hallucinated citations that infuriate judges when they’re caught. Even prestigious law firms are being humiliated , with some perpetrators getting slapped with fines and facing discipline from the Bar . In a particularly egregious reminder of just how widespread the problem has become, a United States district ju





Anthropic Was So Concerned About Its New Mythos-Based Model’s Power That It Lobotomized Its Ability to Improve Itself
Futurism / 2h
Earlier this year, Anthropic refused to release its Mythos AI model to the public, saying it was simply too dangerous . At the time, executives claimed the model was capable of punching through powerful cybersecurity safeguards , pointing at researchers who used it to discover thousands of vulnerabilities in widely-used open source code. Months later, Anthropic was finally ready to go public with





OpenAI Execs Are Panicking
Futurism / 2h
An AI price war is brewing. Corporations are reeling after finding that the cost to access powerful AI tools is soaring — despite showing no clear payoff . In one particularly unfortunate incident, according to Axios , the CFO of a company accidentally racked up half a billion dollars in Claude usage fees in a single month. Put simply, the horrible economics of AI are finally starting to rear the





Skeptics Question Whether SpaceX Is Worth $1.77 Trillion


NYT > Technology / 2h
Elon Musk’s rocket company is spending big and losing money. That has raised questions about whether it can justify its valuation for its blockbuster initial public offering.





5 criminally underrated Windows apps I only found after using Linux
How-To Geek / 2h
I spent years on Windows without ever hearing about these apps. Then, when I switched to Linux —because so many mainstream apps don't have Linux versions—I was forced to go looking for alternatives. This is how I discovered some of the most powerful FOSS (Free, Open Source Software) apps that were a staple in the Linux ecosystem. And the most surprising bit is that all of these apps are cross-pla





Congress Fails to Reauthorize America’s Most Powerful Surveillance Law, Which Expires at Midnight Friday
Gizmodo / 2h
“Every day that Section 702 is in effect without reforms is a day that Americans’ rights are under threat," Sen. Ron Wyden said.





Dave the Diver swims onto iOS and Android this August
Engadget / 2h
Underwater roguelite / restaurant management game Dave the Diver paddles onto mobile later this summer.





Jason Momoa Thinks Lobo’s DC Journey Could Be Similar to Aquaman’s
Gizmodo / 2h
Plus, the 'Minecraft' star is just as frustrated as you at the wait for a new 'Fast and Furious' film.





Coinbase debuts AI agent that can trade and pay for premium research
TechCrunch / 2h
Coinbase's agent can use x402 protocol to get access to data and APIs.





Quantum Space’s military SPAC is trying to catch SpaceX’s IPO wave
TechCrunch / 2h
Quantum Space says SPACs aren't dead as it seeks a $1.2 billion deal to build military spacecraft.





The Knicks historic comeback broke the internet
Mashable / 3h
For roughly two hours Wednesday night, Knicks fans collectively prepared for heartbreak. By halftime of Game 4, Madison Square Garden was on edge , social media was melting down, and the Spurs looked poised to even out the score of the NBA Finals. Then the Knicks pulled off the largest comeback in NBA Finals history. New York erased a 29-point deficit, beat San Antonio 107-106 on an OG Anunoby ti





‘We’ve used this feature for years’: Apple has ditched a fun Apple Watch feature from watchOS 27 — and some users are missing it already
Latest from TechRadar / 3h
Apple’s Walkie Talkie feature is missing from watchOS 27, and some Apple Watch users are upset.





The ‘Doctor Who’ Situation Is Even Worse Than We Thought
Gizmodo / 3h
In the wake of the BBC's big announcement about the show's immediate future, we may not see the Time Lord again until at least 2028.





You Can Skip the Waitlist and Get Siri AI on your MacBook RIght Now
Lifehacker / 3h
After a two-year delay , Siri AI is finally here —at least, for beta testers . Immediately following the WWDC keynote on Monday, Apple rolled out the first developer betas for iOS 27, iPadOS 27, and macOS 27 Golden Gate, and with them, the company's new AI-powered Siri. If you're brave enough to trial Apple's unfinished updates, you have a chance to try out Siri AI for yourself—assuming you make





OpenAI Adds Fuel to Republican Drive to Label Anti-Data Center Movement a Chinese Psy-Op
Gizmodo / 3h
State-backed Chinese hackers "sought to exploit and amplify existing public concerns about energy prices and local impacts of data center development," the company said.





Deezer’s new tool can identify AI music from Spotify, Apple Music, and others
TechCrunch / 3h
Deezer introduced a tool that scans playlists from Spotify, Apple Music, and other platforms to identify AI music.





What Must You Know Before the SpaceX IPO?
Next Big Future / 3h
What must you know before the SpaceX IPO? What many supposed analysts do not understand? They do not understand the AI business. What businesses is SpaceX in and where are they leading? How valuable are those things and how quickly can they make more money? How much money is and can SpaceX make renting out ... Read more





7 best streaming original movies of 2026 (so far)
How-To Geek / 3h
Most lists like this consist of theatrically released movies, but we are nine years deep into the era of streaming original movies being nominated for Oscars , and there’s still the sense that “real movies” go straight to theaters. That conclusion is absurd.





Hackers are using TikTok videos offering 'free Spotify Premium' to spread malware and steal passwords
Latest from TechRadar / 3h
Videos advertising free subscriptions are leading victims away to download and install malware via command-line tools.





'Great job, scammers': Valve is officially done with Steam physical gift cards thanks to fraudsters — and it could be the start of a frustrating trend
Latest from TechRadar / 3h
Valve has taken a new stance on scammers taking advantage of consumers, and will no longer resupply physical Steam gift cards once stock runs dry.





Missing your Proton VPN Firefox add-on? You'll have to use the desktop app for now
Latest from TechRadar / 3h
Proton VPN's Firefox extension has been temporarily removed from the Mozilla Add-ons store due to review requirements. Users are encountering loading errors, but core functionality is still available via the desktop app or Chromium-based browsers.





Our expert's favorite mid-range resin printer just plummeted to $480 ahead of Prime Day — and the lightning-fast Anycubic Photon Mono M7 Pro delivers 'outstanding print quality'
Latest from TechRadar / 3h
The M7 Pro packs 14K resolution and blistering print speeds into a mid-size package — and it’s dropped by $190 at Amazon right now.





3 self-hosted projects that turn your storage-only homelab into a useful playground (June 12 - 14)
How-To Geek / 3h
Are you looking for another fun project to tackle in your homelab? Well, you're in luck, because I have three projects lined up for you to try out this weekend.





Drug Sites Hijacked Spotify’s Search Ranking Through Fake Podcasts, Report Finds
Wired / 3h
A joint congressional report describes a spam operation that turned tens of thousands of fake podcasts into search-engine bait for illegal pharmacy and scam sites.





Warm Book Stack - Chloe Chlumecky , 2023
Music, Arts & Literature / 3h
huariqueje : Canadian , b. 1999 - Oil on wood panel , 12 x 24 in.





Teardown finds that the Trump phone is practically the same as an HTC handset
Engadget / 3h
The only functional difference between a Trump Phone and the HTC U24 Pro is the battery, iFixit discovered.





Waymo launches a loyalty program with 10% cash back and free cancellations
TechCrunch / 3h
Members of the program, called "Waymo Premier," will have to pony up $29.99 per month.





10 Things to Remember About ‘House of the Dragon’ Ahead of Season 3
Gizmodo / 3h
Westeros plunges into war when the 'Game of Thrones' prequel returns to HBO June 21.





How to watch Mexico vs South Africa: Free Streams & TV Channels for FIFA World Cup 2026 opening game, team news
Latest from TechRadar / 3h
Raul Jimenez leads the line for Mexico against South Africa as the co-hosts kick-off FIFA World Cup 2026 at the Estadio Azteca in Mexico City. Here's how to watch the Group A clash for free online and from anywhere.





How one GPL lawsuit accidentally created the homelab router that changed networking forever
How-To Geek / 3h
No company sets out to make a product that exceeds its purpose and becomes a legend. In some cases when it happens, the company might even regret it. I recall a few NVIDIA GPUs, like the 8800GT and 1080 Ti that were so good for the money that people didn't upgrade their cards for a decade. That's great for PR, but not so great for shareholders.





The ultimate gift for backyard entertainers: Govee outdoor lights
How-To Geek / 3h
When warm weather hits, outdoor spaces become a natural extension of any home. For outdoor entertainers, smart lighting is an easy way to transform a backyard into a more inviting space for gatherings, celebrations, and everyday relaxation.





Passengers Leave Airport Lounges A Mess As Crowds Overwhelm Once-Premium Spaces
View from the Wing / 3h
Crowded airport lounges are looking less premium as passengers leave behind dirty tables, used plates, and even bare feet on furniture.





TSA trials new security 'e-gates' at major East Coast airport
The Points Guy Articles / 3h
Travelers passing through security at one of America's busiest airports may notice a new, high-tech setup. In recent weeks, the Transportation Security Administration quietly unveiled new "e-gates" at Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT). If you've traveled internationally, the setup may feel similar to what you've seen in other parts of the world. But it's a first-of-its-kind setup for





FIFA World Cup schedule today: Games, kickoff times, livestream info for June 11
Mashable / 4h
The 2026 FIFA World Cup is taking over the airwaves this summer, and it all starts today, June 11. The 23rd and biggest edition of the global tournament to date is hosted by three different countries for the first time (United States, Mexico, Canada) and features more competing teams than ever (48 teams across 16 different host cities). It's going to be epic and you won't want to miss out on the





5 ways Apple is making child accounts on iPhone safer, more flexible, and easier to manage in iOS 27
Latest from TechRadar / 4h
Apple's child accounts are getting a massive overhaul later this year, bringing new features that make them safer and easier to manage.





The Social Reckoning trailer dubbed 'SNL sketch' divides fan opinion — but it's not the Meta whistleblowing scandal we should be paying attention to
Latest from TechRadar / 4h
The trailer for The Social Reckoning has now been released — and it's at almost exactly the same time as another Facebook whistleblower controversy is being 'silenced'.





North Korea accounts for almost half of all attacks against tech industry – and the proceeds go straight into developing new weapons of mass destruction for the Hermit Kingdom
Latest from TechRadar / 4h
North Korea is responsible for almost half of all tech sector cyber intrusions, a new report has found





Forget the 2026 Toyota Corolla: This used hybrid costs less and gets 52 MPG
How-To Geek / 4h
The Toyota Corolla has been one of the best-selling cars in America for decades, and the reasons are not hard to understand. It is affordable, reliable, and inexpensive to own. For 2026, it starts at $23,125 (including destination), returns an EPA-rated 34 mpg combined, and comes with a range of advanced safety features across every trim.





Even YouTube Has DMs Now
Lifehacker / 4h
On Wednesday, YouTube announced a plan to roll out direct messages (DMs) in the U.S. and several other regions. As such, you can now share YouTube videos with your friends on YouTube directly, rather than sending content to other chat apps. YouTube now joins the ranks of other apps that you might not expect to have DMs, like Spotify and Zillow . While it likely won't become the next WhatsApp, it





Here’s How Much Gemini Is Actually in Apple Intelligence
Lifehacker / 4h
Apple spent a lot of time talking about the upgraded Apple Intelligence platform and the new Siri AI app at WWDC 2026, and in the days since, a few more details have emerged about how the AI model partnership between Apple and Google will affect the new software—but answering the question of how much of Siri AI is Apple, and how much is Google, is still complicated. Back in January, we got offici





Dutton Ranch star claims they 'didn't see any disruption' on set following Chad Feehan's exit from Yellowstone spinoff fueled by Taylor Sheridan clash rumors
Latest from TechRadar / 4h
If Yellowstone spinoff Dutton Ranch wants a second season, it'll need a new showrunner — but one star completely denies clash rumors between Chad Feehan, Taylor Sheridan and its cast.





Summer Game Fest 2026 roundup: All the shows, trailers, news and reviews
Engadget / 4h
So long and thanks for all the cool new video games.





Spyro: A Realm Beyond sees the '90s purple dragon make a big comeback
Engadget / 4h
We learned some new details about the upcoming revival for the classic 3D platformer.





Chase Sapphire Reserve Vs. Amex Platinum: Which Premium Card Wins?
One Mile at a Time / 4h
Nowadays premium cards are more popular than ever before. Two of the most well-known are the American Express Platinum Card® and Chase Sapphire Reserve® Card , and I know a lot of people struggle to decide which card is a better fit. In this post, I’d like to take a closer look at that question — what are the pros and cons of both cards, and can it make sense to have both of them? I figure this i





Pool’s new app turns your screenshots into something useful
TechCrunch / 4h
Pool's new app automatically sorts screenshots into personalized collections, tracks down the original links behind saved content, and helps you rediscover products, recipes, travel ideas, and other things you meant to revisit.





Visa is connecting with ChatGPT to let AI agents automatically make purchases
Mashable / 4h
Is it too time-consuming for you to search for and buy products you need on the internet? ChatGPT and Visa have a solution. OpenAI and Visa, the world's largest non-Chinese payment network, have worked to integrate Visa into ChatGPT, per the Associated Press . Thanks to this integration, users can now have ChatGPT operate as a shopping agent of sorts, scouring the internet for products based on n





The AirPods Pro 3 are the cheapest theyve ever been ahead of Prime Day
Mashable / 4h
SAVE $70 : As of June 11, the Apple AirPods Pro 3 have dropped to a new best price ever of $179 at Amazon , Walmart , and Target — down from their usual $249. That's 28% or $70 in savings. Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple AirPods Pro 3 $179 at Amazon $249 Save $70 Just the mere mention of Amazon Prime Day has sent prices into a tailspin. Though the shopping event of the season doesn't of





Project Hail Mary finally has a streaming release date — here's how to watch the hit sci-fi movie at home
Latest from TechRadar / 4h
Project Hail Mary is landing on streaming so you can watch the sci-fi hit from anywhere.





New York Accuses Company of Smuggling Injectable Substance Made From Cadavers
Futurism / 4h
The extracted flesh of the dead being used to fulfill the youth-chasing vanities of the living? That’s the crux of alloClae, an injectable filler sold by Tiger Aesthetics that’s made from the sterilized fat tissue of corpses . Despite the product’s grim provenance, it’s become the hot new thing in cosmetics, since it can be quickly injected without anesthetic. New York health regulators, however,





"This cannot continue": Xbox leaders lay out "hard truths" behind sagging brand
Ars Technica - All content / 4h
Just 100 days ago, when new Microsoft Gaming CEO Asha Sharma replaced long-serving executive Phil Spencer , she said she'd work to "understand what makes [Xbox] work and protect it." Now, Sharma and Xbox Studios chief Matt Booty have laid out the many things that are not working for the Xbox brand in a brutal self-assessment the they say necessitates a wholesale "Xbox reset." The message sent to





This open-source app turned my Android phone into a free time-lapse camera
How-To Geek / 4h
There's no shortage of cool things you can do with an Android phone. You can turn it into a security camera, a gaming handheld, an Android Auto display, and so much more.





Ticket scams, fake streaming websites and dodgy domains: the security threats facing football fans ahead of the World Cup 2026
Latest from TechRadar / 4h
We take a look at some of the biggest threats facing fans at the World Cup 2026.





These Recalled Soft Cheeses Could Contain Deadly Listeria, Health Officials Warn
Gizmodo / 4h
The outbreak has likely been ongoing since at least 2023, with more cases than have been detected.





Browse securely, without limits — Mozilla scraps data cap on Firefox's free VPN for the whole summer
Latest from TechRadar / 4h
Mozilla is making the free built-in VPN in Firefox unlimited for the summer, removing the 50GB monthly cap and opening up 28 country locations until August 31.





The risks are 'real, measurable, and increasing': Canada is the latest country to move to ban social media for under-16s
Latest from TechRadar / 4h
Canada has tabled a bill that will stop under-16s from accessing social media, though it's not law yet.





3 criminally underrated ways to use the USB port on your PC or Laptop—besides charging and data transfer
How-To Geek / 4h
Most people only use USB ports for charging and file transfers, but that’s barely scratching the surface. Modern USB ports can do far more than most people realize . If you’ve never stopped to think about what that little port is actually capable of, let me enlighten you. Here are three surprisingly useful ways to use the USB port on your laptop or PC.





Microsoft taps Alt Carbon in sign of India’s growing role in carbon removal
TechCrunch / 4h
Alt Carbon said the agreement followed more than a year of scientific review and due diligence, with Microsoft requiring additional verification and data-sharing measures.





Qatar Airways picks up American's Philadelphia-Doha route
The Points Guy Articles / 4h
Qatar Airways is heading back to the city of brotherly love. The Oneworld alliance carrier will begin daily service to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) from its base at Doha's Hamad International Airport (DOH) base on Aug. 1, Qatar Airways said Wednesday. The airline will fly an Airbus A350-900 featuring 36 lie-flat QSuite business class seats and high-speed Starlink inflight connectivity





The Trump Phone Is Literally a Gilded Cage for a Two-Year-Old Smartphone
Gizmodo / 4h
Tell me if this reminds you of the 45th U.S. president in any way.





The biggest panels and events scheduled for VidCon 2026
Mashable / 5h
VidCon 2026 kicks off in less than two weeks in Anaheim on Thursday, June 25, with three days of panels, events, creator meetups, and festivities. While some sessions are open to all VidCon attendees, most are organized by a ticket holder's track and pass level: the Fan track (VidCon pass), the Creator track (Creator pass), and the Industry track (Pro pass). SEE ALSO: Why VidCon still matters in





Why smart bulbs are actually the worst introduction to smart homes
How-To Geek / 5h
Like so many of you, the first "smart" home device I ever bought and installed was a Bluetooth-enabled RGB light bulb that came with an app. Now I could lie in bed and change the room's color and light temperature to whatever I wanted, or set a time, so the light would wake me up in the morning.





20 Hidden Features Apple Didn't Announce at WWDC 2026
Lifehacker / 5h
This year's WWDC keynote was different in both tone and pace. Apple focused on performance and stability improvements, new parental controls, and, of course, Siri AI and Apple Intelligence . Unlike previous years, there was no dedicated section for improvements in iOS 27 or new features in macOS 27 Golden Gate , as you'd usually expect. As such, many new and interesting upcoming features did not





Ensuring variety in today’s AI-native era
Latest from TechRadar / 5h
The dangers of having our AI future built by only a select few





It’s Official: US Declares El Niño Has Arrived
Gizmodo / 5h
There's a good chance this El Niño could become one of the strongest on record. Now is the time to prepare.





Criminal IP at Infosecurity Europe 2026: Introducing AITEM, the Next Chapter of Attack Surface Management
Next Big Future / 5h
Torrance, United States / California, 11th June 2026, CyberNewswire





Flying Blue Gold Status Match Ends Saturday, Unlocking Free Delta Bags, Boarding, And Exit Rows
View from the Wing / 5h
Flying Blue Gold status match ends Saturday for U.S. and Canadian members, offering Delta flyers free bags, priority boarding, and exit-row seats for $199. A family checking bags can recover that cost quickly.





DoorDash’s new AI chatbot lets you order with prompts and photos
TechCrunch / 5h
The new chatbot, called Ask DoorDash, allows users to search the app for what they're looking for in their own words instead of having to scroll through restaurants and stores to build a cart.





American Airlines Rolls Out Aircraft Trading Cards: Better Late Than Never!
One Mile at a Time / 5h
American Airlines has joined the trend of offering trading cards, though the airline is only doing this in celebration of its 100th birthday. While I first covered this back when the airline made the announcement , there’s now an update, as these should be available on a pretty widespread basis. American launches centennial themed trading cards American has rolled out centennial themed trading ca





2 Raspberry Pi weekend projects that solve real kitchen problems and 1 just for fun (June 12 - 14)
How-To Geek / 5h
As we head into another weekend, it's time to take a look at three more fun Raspberry Pi projects to tackle. This weekend, I'm showing you two similar projects that are pretty easy to accomplish with the right hardware, and one that will make you think a bit harder than normal to see through to the finish line.





Astronomers Push Back on a Challenge to How the Universe Will End
Gizmodo / 5h
A rebuttal of a rebuttal of the mainstream view of the universe’s expansion concludes that the cosmos is still accelerating toward a Big Freeze.





Mint Mobile's huge new Galaxy S26 Ultra deal cuts $500 off without the usual trade-in — a new record-low on 'the best Android phone ever'
Latest from TechRadar / 5h
Mint Mobile's deal on the Galaxy S26 Ultra is a record-low and it's selling quickly at the well-known carrier.





Intel claims its Wildcat Lake notebooks 'reimagine mainstream laptops' — and are ready to take on the MacBook Neo
Latest from TechRadar / 5h
After Intel's explanation of how it's ensuring Wildcat Lake is more affordable, I'm now more excited to see these rivals for the MacBook Neo.





Not all AIs are equal so CIOs need to prioritize actions when assessing risks
Latest from TechRadar / 5h
As AI agents proliferate, CIOs need smarter identity governance and risk-based security controls.





How to watch World Cup 2026 from anywhere — it's *FREE*
Latest from TechRadar / 5h
We've found a way you can stream the 2026 World Cup for free from anywhere in the world.





Mexico vs South Africa LIVE: Watch World Cup 2026 opener, free streams, team news
Latest from TechRadar / 5h
Here's how to watch Mexico vs South Africa from anywhere as the World Cup begins in Mexico City.





Stranger than Heaven hands-on: Harder than Yakuza?
Engadget / 5h
Set across mid-twentieth century Japan, RGG's latest has an entirely new fighting system.





Man In U.S. Illegally Pleads Guilty After Using Woman’s Boarding Pass And Attacking TSA Officers At Las Vegas Airport
View from the Wing / 5h
The man hit and slapped the officer in the head and took the officer’s glasses. Las Vegas police responded and tried to detain him, but he fought them, flipped one officer over his back, and both fell to the ground. He grabbed an officer’s pen and tried to him with it, kicked a police officer twice, and kicked a TSA officer in the face. One police officer was injured and sought medical help.





Jeff Bezos Wants to Build an ‘Artificial General Engineer’
NYT > Technology / 5h
As co-chief executive of the start-up Prometheus, the Amazon founder is using A.I. to improve how devices ranging from computers to jet engines are made.





Endurance Energy raises $54M to harness a massive untapped energy source
TechCrunch / 5h
SpaceX alumni Andrew Redd is betting the ocean has vast amounts of untapped geothermal energy.





Meta’s Smart Glasses Are Long Ways From Their ‘Eureka’ Moment
Gizmodo / 5h
In some ways smart glasses are more legitimate than ever, but in others they feel like one big work in progress.





Palantir, World’s Weepiest Eye of Sauron, Sues Mayor of London After Losing a Contract
Futurism / 5h
Palantir, the multi-billion dollar AI surveillance company, has been dealt a major blow after London mayor Sadiq Khan blocked a contract with the city’s Metropolitan police force. Named after the seeing stone used by the villain Sauron, the physical embodiment of a cosmic evil in JRR Tolkien’s “Lord of the Rings” books, Palantir the company is not backing down. According to the Guardian , the sur





Air France-KLM Flying Blue Paid Status Match Promotion: Eligibility, Cost, Value
One Mile at a Time / 5h
Note : I’ve just been informed that the Flying Blue status match for the United States and Canada market will be pulled at the end of the day on Saturday, June 13, 2026, so this is the last chance to apply. Offers for all other markets are expected to remain in place. For quite some time, Air France-KLM Flying Blue has been offering paid status match promotions , on an on-again, off-again basis.





Trump Phone unmasked as a 'gold-painted HTC U24 Pro' in iFixit teardown — with little sign of the built-in 'American values'
Latest from TechRadar / 5h
The T1 by Trump Mobile is seemingly almost identical to the HTC U24 Pro, with just a few small differences.





I'm glad Apple isn't hyping up agentic AI (yet)
Engadget / 6h
Apple is more focused on delivering usable features with Siri AI, instead of hyping up agentic AI. That's a good thing.





How to Watch the 2026 World Cup for Free (or Less)
Lifehacker / 6h
The 2026 FIFA World Cup kicks off today, with matches hosted at venues across the U.S., Canada, and Mexico leading up to the final on July 19. A record 48 teams will be competing in 104 matches over more than five weeks of soccer. In the U.S., World Cup matches are being broadcast on Fox and FS1 in English and on Telemundo and Universo in Spanish, so if you have a cable package or live TV streami





5 things you need to try with Gemini in Android Auto
How-To Geek / 6h
Gemini began a wide rollout for Android Auto, and the shift is way more helpful than a simple rebrand. For years, Google Assistant relied on rigid, specific commands. If you didn't say the phrase exactly right, it wouldn't work. Gemini replaces that headache with the ability to speak to your car more like you would a person. You don't have to remember specific syntax; as long as you get close, it





Review: Thai Airways Business Class Airbus A320 (CEI-BKK)
One Mile at a Time / 6h
To kick off the return portion of my two-part birthday trip to the Golden Triangle , we flew Thai Airways’ Airbus A320 business class on the 70-minute flight from Chiang Rai (CEI) to Bangkok (BKK). On the outbound, we lucked out and had a flight operated by the Airbus A321neo , which features flat beds, and is intended primarily for international routes. Meanwhile the A320s are Thai Airways’ dome





Artemis III's life support: How a spacesuit keeps astronauts alive on the moon
Engadget / 6h
The spaceman wears Prada.





In Iron Age Scotland, People Removed the Brains of the Dead and Sharpened Their Bones
Gizmodo / 6h
A pair of skeletons offer rare insight into the ancient burial practices in Scotland's northern coast.





Alaskans will be flying blind after NSF decommissions ocean monitoring network
Ars Technica - All content / 6h
The upcoming loss of a deep-ocean monitoring system is triggering deep anxiety in Alaska, the nation’s top fish-producing state, where temperatures are warming twice as quickly as the global average. The National Science Foundation announced plans in May to decommission the Ocean Observatories Initiative , a nearly $368 million network of scientific instruments that tracks ocean chemistry, wave a





The first complex cells had genes from a complex mix of species
Ars Technica - All content / 6h
We tend to view ourselves and the complex cells that build us as a distinct branch of the tree of life from the compact, seemingly featureless cells of bacteria and archaea. But we've found that our genome is actually a hybrid, a mish-mash of genes from bacteria and archaea, along with some that have evolved in our own lineage. Scientists gradually settled on a simple explanation for this: the fi





Stop falling for tool-only deals: Here's why jumping brands costs hundreds more
How-To Geek / 6h
Are you considering the switch to a different power tool brand? You might want to think twice before ditching them for a shiny new drill that's on sale. Switching tool platforms may feel like a simple upgrade, but the hidden "power tool tax" of jumping into an entirely new battery ecosystem will cost you hundreds.





The Trump Phone is mostly a rebranded HTC phone
Mashable / 6h
Now that the Trump Mobile T1 phone is available for purchase, we finally have a chance to see what's it really made of. And, as suspected, it's not a very original device. The folks at iFixit have torn down the Trump Phone (as it's colloquially known), and found that it's very similar to HTC's U24 Pro phone. Very, very similar. OK, they're the same phone, with some very minor differences. If you'





South Korea hits Coupang with $400M+ fine for data breach that affected millions
TechCrunch / 6h
South Korean authorities issued the record-breaking fine following a data breach that affected over 30 million customers.





The key steps that will enable organizations to scale Physical AI
Latest from TechRadar / 6h
What it takes to move intelligent systems from pilot success to production-scale reality.





What Happens If AI Causes 25% Unemployment? Anthropic Has a Concept of a Plan
Gizmodo / 6h
"Some amount of displacement, though we cannot say how much ... and our responsibility is to prepare for it and respond to it," Anthropic wrote.





This Pocket-Sized Travel Router Is at Its Lowest Price Ever Right Now
Lifehacker / 6h
We may earn a commission from links on this page. Deal pricing and availability subject to change after time of publication. A travel router sounds unnecessary until you run into unreliable hotel wifi, device limits, or a public network you’d rather not use. The TP-Link Roam 6 is built for exactly those situations, and it's currently on sale for $49.99, down from its usual $59.99 price. According





iOS 27’s new Siri AI gesture could cause mass confusion by breaking with 15 years of iPhone tradition — but I’m confident I’ll adapt
Latest from TechRadar / 6h
iOS 27 comes with a new gesture for Siri AI that could cause problems for your muscle memory.





Ditch the boring office furniture: Save 23% on Blacklyte's 'bold standing desk' blending a gamer style and pro-grade features for the home office — but the Prime Day sale ends soon
Latest from TechRadar / 6h
We loved testing this heavy-duty desk built for work and play.





Are we finally starting to trust agents? New report claims 74% 'trust a personal AI agent more than their best friend'
Latest from TechRadar / 6h
One in 10 consumers already trust AI agents to complete transactions without their approval as trust continues to rise.





Guinness World Record smashed by QR code pixel just 50nm - 2500 sq nanometer size is smaller than COVID-19 virus, needs electron microscope to read it
Latest from TechRadar / 6h
Researchers have just created the world smallest scannable QR code, and its only about 50 atoms wide





Here's the real reason Apple made such a big deal of Screen Time and Child Safety at WWDC 2026, and why it may be a very good thing
Latest from TechRadar / 6h
We got an up-close look at the new, richer, and more customizable Apple Child Safety and Screen Time tools that could help parents get a grip on their children's digital lives.





Frontier Passenger Arrested After Fighting With Crew Over Second Dog She Snuck Onto Flight
View from the Wing / 6h
A Frontier passenger was arrested after allegedly sneaking a second dog onto an Atlanta–San Francisco flight. Video shows a confrontation at the front of the aircraft before airport police removed her to the tarmac.





Former Fitbit executive unveils new necklace that tracks UV exposure
Engadget / 6h
The Gem necklace can track your UV exposure.





Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis is a vivid, high-pace remake of a classic
Engadget / 6h
Lara get your gun(s).





Toy Story 5 director 'never planned' for Jessie to be the new Pixar movie's main character — but says her past was 'always something I wanted to address'
Latest from TechRadar / 6h
Andrew Stanton reveals why Jessie is the lead of the latest Toy Story movie instead of Buzz and Woody.





Rhythm Heaven Groove is on track to become my favorite Nintendo Switch release of 2026
Latest from TechRadar / 6h
We go hands-on with the incredibly charming music action of Rhythm Heaven Groove.





Only Murders in the Building season 6: guest stars, confirmed cast and everything we know so far about the Hulu and Disney+ show's London return
Latest from TechRadar / 6h
Our murder-solving trio are heading across the pond to London in Only Murders in the Building season 6. Here's what we can expect, from confirmed guest stars to release window.





Strava subscribers just saved themselves another sub to Komoot or AllTrails — as the freemium app debuts a new suite of hiking tools that 'spans every stage of the outdoor experience', including vital off-route alerts
Latest from TechRadar / 6h
The new Strava features help premium subscribers plan routes, ensure they stick to the trail, and aid in sharing activities afterwards.





This major cruise line's loyalty program is getting a big upgrade
The Points Guy Articles / 6h
Celebrity Cruises is giving its most loyal cruisers more reasons to get on board. The line has expanded its Captain's Club loyalty program with five new milestone levels to reward frequent cruisers on the way to, and beyond, the line's coveted Zenith status. The changes, which take effect June 11, unlock new perks once Captain's Club members accumulate 1,500, 2,250, 3,000, 6,000 and 9,000 Club Po





Spider-Man Rumored to Become Man-Spider in ‘Brand New Day’
Gizmodo / 7h
Plus, could Margot Robbie be joining the X-Men?





Solar Just Produced More Electricity Than Coal for the First Time in the History of the United States
Futurism / 7h
Last week, the Trump administration announced that it was pumping $700 million of federal funding into the US coal industry, a short-sighted investment in a highly polluting source of energy that’s been in decline for decades. It’s never been more obvious that there are far better alternatives. Case in point, according to global energy think tank Ember, solar power generation overtook coal for th





This Dialogue-Boosting Samsung Soundbar Is $300 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. One of the easiest ways to improve your TV setup is to stop relying on the TV's built-in speakers, especially if you regularly struggle to hear dialogue. The Samsung HW-Q800H is designed with that in mind, and it's currently $797.99, down from its usual $1,097.99—the lowest





Your smart home needs more of these 3 sensors, not bulbs or switches
How-To Geek / 7h
One of the most common uses for smart home tech is to make the lights in your home turn on and off. Smart bulbs are reasonably affordable and simple to install, and combined with switches, can make your lights easy to control. There are three other smart home sensors that can make your smart home even better.





How to tweak Instagrams algorithm to show you the content you really want
Mashable / 7h
Ever felt like social media sites don't really care about your interests anymore , instead showing you random stuff you don't even like? Instagram is taking some steps to change that. Instagram chief Adam Mosseri announced the change on Threads on Wednesday, with Instagram adding a new feature called Your Algorithm. "As software gets better at predicting what we want, our sense of agency gets sma





Insta360 unveils cute Hello Kitty-themed action camera
Mashable / 7h
Insta360 has launched a Hello Kitty -themed action camera, collaborating with Sanrio to give the GO Ultra a cute new look. The Insta360 GO Ultra x Hello Kitty Limited Edition's specifications are identical to the original GO Ultra action camera , boasting 1/1.28-inch sensor and 70-minute battery life (or 200 minutes when in its Action Pod), and weighing 53 grams (though the Action Pod adds anothe





Boox just launched its latest e-reader, the Go 6 (Gen 2)
Mashable / 7h
Boox just dropped a new e-reader , and it looks pretty familiar, but not just because it's a second-generation model. The Boox Go 6 (Gen 2) is here and available for preorder. Measuring six inches, the Go 6 is Boox's ideal travel e-reader, nearly pocket-sized but slightly larger than the brand's Palma 2. The Gen 2 comes in four new shades: custard, plum, shell, and stone. The Go 6 (Gen 2) is a fa





193-Room St. Regis London Opening October 2026, After Big Delay
One Mile at a Time / 7h
London is one of the most premium hotel markets in the world, though it’s a city that has surprisingly few luxury points hotel options. That’s slowly changing, though we’re having to be really patient, given constant construction delays. In this post, I’d like to take an updated look at the most anticipated new Marriott property in London, which is now running a few years behind schedule, though





The Download: soccer’s data renaissance and China’s big nuclear plans
MIT Technology Review / 7h
This is today’s edition of The Download , our weekday newsletter that provides a daily dose of what’s going on in the world of technology. Inside soccer’s data renaissance Imagine tuning in to the opening kickoff of a World Cup match and seeing a player intentionally kick the ball out of bounds. You may question the logic of surrendering possession seconds into a game. If you were Jesse Davis, th





Google Fi used to be the best for international travel—these cheap eSIMs beat it now
How-To Geek / 7h
I wouldn’t call myself a “frequent flyer,” but I’ve done some international traveling. My carrier of choice for those trips was Google Fi. However, it seems I might need to rethink that before my next trip across the ocean—especially if it’s lengthy.





View of an advertising card for Wright Bros., depicting roses in a vase. Printed on front: “Wright…
Music, Arts & Literature / 7h
View of an advertising card for Wright Bros., depicting roses in a vase. Printed on front: “Wright Bros, dealers in groceries, provisions, meats and vegetables, choice buttr and eggs a specialty. 253 Grand River Ave., Detroit.” Burton Historical Collection, Detroit Public Library





Several things I like about macOS 27 Golden Gate that have nothing to do with AI
Ars Technica - All content / 7h
Apple Intelligence and Siri AI have sucked most of the oxygen out of the room at Apple's Worldwide Developers Conference this year—understandable, maybe, given that the AI-powered Siri delays are all anyone has wanted to ask any Apple executive about for the last two years. But Apple Intelligence is just one of the three big focus areas Apple outlined during its keynote this week. The second is n





Jellyfin's best feature is its plugins—here are the 5 that matter most
How-To Geek / 7h
Jellyfin is a powerful self-hosted media server platform that enthusiasts love, but its “developer-first” feel can be a barrier for the average user, pushing them toward the more polished but restrictive Plex. If you’re willing to tinker just a little, though, Jellyfin might be the better option — and it’s completely free.





OpenAI says suspected fake China-linked accounts tried to sway the debate about US data centers
Latest from TechRadar / 7h
OpenAI bans China-linked accounts allegedly behind data center propaganda.





Insta360 unveiled its dual-lens Luna Ultra 8K vlogging camera early — here’s how its pricing and handling compares to the DJI Pocket 4
Latest from TechRadar / 7h
Insta360 has entered the vlogging camera market with a bang, with its new Luna Ultra. The compact, dual-lens modular camera shoots 8K video with Log color profile, and has some neat features to rival the DJI Pocket 4





Does your Apple TV support tvOS 27? These two models have surprisingly been dropped from upgrade support much earlier than expected
Latest from TechRadar / 7h
tvOS will come with a handful of performance boosts, but Apple is leaving two models out of the update.





How to watch World Cup 2026 Opening Ceremonies: Free Streams & TV Channels
Latest from TechRadar / 7h
All the ways for you to stream the opening ceremony of the World Cup as Michael Buble, Shakira, Burna Boy and Katy Perry performing.





Best Smart Chess Boards (2026): Chessnut, Millennium
Wired / 7h
I played the ultimate game of strategy on a variety of smart chess boards to find the best for online and in-person matches.





Signal Alums Reveal ‘Encrypted Spaces,’ a System for Making Private Collaboration Apps
Wired / 7h
The new open-source project could serve as the basis for a future of apps with features as complex as Slack, Discord, or Google Docs—but with added protection against surveillance.





Southwest Airlines Boardroom Drama Sidelines CEO-In-Waiting And Threatens Its Famous Culture
View from the Wing / 7h
Southwest’s leadership drama appears to sideline Andrew Watterson as CEO-in-waiting. Deeper boardroom power struggles could reshape the airline’s famous culture just as it pushes through major changes to fares, bags, seating, and staffing.





Engadget's favorite Game Boy Advance games
Engadget / 7h
Join us for a trip down memory lane on the 25th anniversary of the GBA's US release.





Christopher Nolan Doesn’t Have a Cell Phone, But You Need One to Order in His Theater
Gizmodo / 7h
Alamo Drafthouse just renamed its San Francisco-area location after the Oscar-winning 'Odyssey' director.





Canada to ban social media for kids under 16
Mashable / 7h
Canada is set to ban social media for children under 16, in a move similar to Australia's historic law . Announced by the Canadian government on Wednesday, the proposed Safe Social Media Act (Bill C-34) aims to reduce online harms to children and hold social media and AI chatbot companies responsible for addressing such harms, citing child sexual exploitation , cyberbullying , self-harm , and the





The Lego Star Wars: A New Hope Tantive IV set has dropped below $60 at Amazon before Prime Day
Mashable / 7h
SAVE OVER $20: As of June 11, the Lego Star Wars: A New Hope Tantive IV set (#75376) is on sale for $55.99 at Amazon. This is $24 off its full price of $79.99. Opens in a new window Credit: Lego LEGO Star Wars: A New Hope Tantive IV (#75376) $55.99 at Amazon $79.99 Save $24.00 If you're searching for some good Lego deals, Amazon is worth a look right now. Even before Prime Day , the retailer is o





Seth Meyers brutal montage proves that Trump has no idea how percentages work
Mashable / 7h
Despite constantly bragging about his cognitive test scores , Donald Trump appears to struggle with the concept of percentages. "Trump creates and inhabits his own reality with his own rules," Seth Meyers explains in the Late Night monologue above. "He even has his own math. In our world, you can only reduce the price of something by 100 percent max. Once you've reduced it 100 percent it's free.





Corsair Galleon 100 SD review: Stream Deck meets K70, complete with all the bells and whistles
Latest from TechRadar / 7h
Corsair's Galleon 100 SD keyboard is a confusing thing. Good? Yes. But the software stack leaves a lot to be desired.





Got a dad that doesn't want anything? A subscription is the answer — here are 6 virtual gifts for a happy dad this Father's Day
Latest from TechRadar / 8h
Whether your dad is more of a movie guy or an audiobook fan, there's a subscription that'll win him over here.





Anthropic taps TCS to scale its enterprise AI deployments
TechCrunch / 8h
The partnership will see TCS creating a business unit focused on deploying Anthropic's AI models to its customers.





RugOne Xever 8 review: An extremely rugged phone with a replaceable battery, but it's not quite the next-generation device I hoped for
Latest from TechRadar / 8h
The RugOne Xever 8 is a lightweight rugged design that uses swapable batteries to extend runtime.





Microsoft is bringing AI features to more Windows 11 PCs — just in case you were under the impression that AI was being cut back
Latest from TechRadar / 8h
Microsoft is bringing AI features to a 'broader range of Windows 11 devices', with Copilot+ abilities set to arrive on PCs with a fast enough Nvidia GPU.





A new Android 17 beta has landed — and it brings an exciting Screen Reactions feature for social media creators
Latest from TechRadar / 8h
Screen Reactions has landed in the latest Android 17 beta, letting you record yourself and your screen at the same time.





ExpressVPN becomes an official supporter of the FIFA World Cup 2026 in biggest sports deal yet — and gives away over 50 premium tickets
Latest from TechRadar / 8h
ExpressVPN has announced its biggest sports partnership ever, becoming the Official Tournament Supporter for the FIFA World Cup 2026. With cyber threats expected to spike, your digital defense matters more than ever.





Hedge Funds Are Hiring Climate Scientists to Profit Off Extreme Weather Risks
Gizmodo / 8h
Some climate scientists are getting over four to six times the profession's average salary to help Wall Street profit off climate change.





'Wait... what?' — Lionel Messi’s new ChatGPT World Cup partnership feels like marketing written by AI for people who don’t watch soccer
Latest from TechRadar / 8h
OpenAI's first major football marketing campaign stars Lionel Messi, but it feels more like a corporate AI pitch than a celebration of the world's most popular sport.





I think this Dell deal is the best budget 15-inch laptop you can buy for work or study right now
Latest from TechRadar / 8h
For my money, the Dell 15 Laptop is perfectly priced for professionals and students.





The AI industry’s latest hot take: Jensen Huang says CEOs are using AI as a convenient excuse for layoffs — 'I think the narrative that connects AI to job loss for many of the CEOs that are doing it, it is just too lazy'
Latest from TechRadar / 8h
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang says blaming AI for layoffs is "lazy" and plenty of workers seem to agree





Bluesky will launch Reddit-style communities this year
Engadget / 8h
Bluesky is launching a communities feature this year, according to its head of product.





Best Portable Monitors (2026): Add a Second Screen I've Tested
Wired / 8h
If you're someone who needs to (or likes to) take their work on the go, a portable monitor will make a huge difference. These are my favorite that I tested.





Americans Are Trading Billions of Dollars on Polymarket’s Banned Offshore Platform
Wired / 8h
It’s the first estimate of how many Americans are sneaking onto Polymarket’s banned crypto-based platform.





YouTube Appears to Be Making Money Off of Sanctioned Iranians’ Accounts
Wired / 8h
New research suggests that dozens of monetized YouTube channels are run by people and organizations that the US government has sanctioned for their ties to Tehran.





United Airlines Improves Family Mileage Pooling [Roundup]
View from the Wing / 8h
United’s family mileage pooling is more useful now that pooled miles can be redeemed on most partners, with some odd limits for Hawaiian and Emirates. Also: Emirates tries insurance to bring travelers back to Dubai, a Delta passenger is accused of touching crew, and two cats fly to Japan in United’s cabin.





Ridley Scott Is Finally Getting an (Honorary) Oscar
Gizmodo / 8h
The legendary director of 'Alien,' 'Blade Runner,' 'Gladiator,' 'The Martian,' and more has been nominated four times without a win.





Google DeepMind is worried about what happens when millions of agents start to interact
MIT Technology Review / 8h
Google DeepMind is funding research into the potential dangers of situations where millions of different AI agents interact with each other online. According to Rohin Shah, who directs the company’s AGI safety and alignment research, the mass-market arrival of agents that can carry out tasks without human oversight and follow instructions given to them by other agents creates a whole new class of





Stop using Home Assistant’s default settings (5 things to change immediately)
How-To Geek / 8h
Home Assistant gives you a high level of control over how you run your smart home. In your rush to add devices, integrations, and automations, you might overlook some basic customization options.





Japan Airlines Airbus A350-1000 Routes & Flights (JFK, LAX, DFW, LHR, CDG)
One Mile at a Time / 9h
Japan Airlines is in the process of refreshing its long haul fleet. The oneworld airline is gradually replacing its Boeing 777-300ERs with Airbus A350-1000s. Not only is the A350 a joy to fly in general, but these planes are particularly exciting, given that they feature an all-new passenger experience . I’ve reviewed Japan Airlines’ new A350 first class and A350 business class , and they’re both





The Google Pixel Watch 4 with a porcelain band is at its lowest-ever price before Prime Day
Mashable / 9h
SAVE OVER $100: As of June 11, the Google Pixel Watch 4 (45mm, LTE) with a porcelain band is back at its lowest-ever price on Amazon at $396. This is $103.99 off its full price of $499.99. Opens in a new window Credit: Google Google Pixel Watch 4 (45mm) $396 at Amazon $499.99 Save $103.99 Amazon Prime Day is coming up fast, but before the sale starts, we've actually found quite a few early deals





Everyone is fighting over the wrong part of agentic commerce
Latest from TechRadar / 9h
The real agentic commerce opportunity isn't checkout — it's the boring, broken world of B2B procurement.





Why encryption alone is not enough in modern communications
Latest from TechRadar / 9h
While E2EE protects message content, modern threat actors are no longer attempting to defeat it. Instead, they are exploiting what surrounds it.





Fiido Air Carbon Fiber Electric Bike Review: A Light, Quiet Ebike
Wired / 9h
This impressively light carbon commuter makes switching to an ebike easier than ever.





Welcome to the Waymo World Cup
Wired / 9h
It might not feel all that different from older World Cups—for better or worse.





YouTube brings back DMs after 6 years without them
Mashable / 9h
Six years after YouTube kicked direct messages to the curb, the platform is bringing them back. Announced Wednesday after six months of testing , YouTube now allows users to share videos through a rebooted messaging feature. In Nov. 2025, platform owner Google described DMs as a "top feature request." SEE ALSO: YouTubers Dan and Phil built one of the internet's most loyal (and intense) fan commun





Daily Shows Desi Lydic roasts Melania Trumps latest speech about AI
Mashable / 9h
Melania Trump has been speaking about AI again , this time at a White House AI Challenge Awards event on Tuesday. In the clip above, Daily Show host Desi Lydic plays a clip of Trump's speech, with the First Lady telling the audience to "use this chapter of your life to sail away with your dreams." "What was the prompt to write that speech?" asks a confused Lydic. "ChatGPT, give me metaphor. No! G





59-Room Andaz Turks & Caicos At Grace Bay Opening June 2027, Now Bookable
One Mile at a Time / 9h
The much delayed Andaz Turks & Caicos is getting closer to opening. It has finally started accepting reservations, though only for roughly a year from now… Basics of the Andaz Turks & Caico at Grace Bay The Andaz Turks & Caicos at Grace Bay is now accepting reservations for stays as of June 1, 2027. This will mark Hyatt’s first hotel in Turks & Caicos, and the first Andaz property in the Caribbea





Fable will feature over 150,000 lines of dialogue, Playground Games confirms — 'We've had multiple studios set up running in parallel for over 1000 hours just this year alone, just recording VO'
Latest from TechRadar / 9h
Playground Games has said that more than 150,000 lines of dialogue have been recorded for Fable.





'Celebrating this partial restoration is not right' — Iran emerges from 88-day internet shutdown, but what happens next?
Latest from TechRadar / 9h
As connectivity began to be restored, internet experts have warned that a cutoff "will happen agains." TechRadar talked to Mahsa Alimardani at WITNESS about what this partial restoration actually means, and what could happen next.





The factory floor ran out of people, and no hiring strategy will fix it
Latest from TechRadar / 9h
Manufacturers face permanent worker shortages, accelerating shift to AI-driven, robot-integrated operations.





I'm genuinely impressed by Sihoo’s 'spaceship-like' ergonomic chair — and not even Amazon beats this Prime Day sale price
Latest from TechRadar / 9h
The ultra-adjustable Doro C300 Pro V2 wowed us with "how comfortable the spaceship-like chair felt, even on long days."





Deezer just launched a free site to scan your playlists for AI slop — and yes, it works on Spotify, Apple Music and Tidal
Latest from TechRadar / 9h
Deezer's new AI music detector scans playlists on any music streaming service to check for slop — but if you want the tracks named, shamed and nixed, you'll need to make the switch





Deezer now helps users find AI music on other streaming platforms
Engadget / 9h
Deezer will now help you find AI slop in your music playlists even if you're on another platform.





'That gap is significant': Lots of us still know nothing about data centers, new survey finds
Latest from TechRadar / 9h
Despite their increasingly important role in daily life, many people still have no idea what data centers actually do, report finds.





Job titles of the future: Nature’s drug designer
MIT Technology Review / 9h
In 2018, after nearly two decades working in Big Pharma, chemist Tim Cernak was ready to put his skills to a new use. For Merck, he’d developed precision therapies for cancer, HIV, and diabetes that could target disease while minimizing harm to healthy cells. But as a lifelong nature lover, he was increasingly concerned about the health of ecosystems and wondered whether his expertise could trans





Inside soccer’s data renaissance
MIT Technology Review / 9h
Imagine tuning in to the opening kickoff of a World Cup match and seeing a player intentionally send the ball all the way down the pitch and right out of bounds on the opponent’s end. Casual fans might scratch their heads. Where’s the logic in surrendering possession seconds into a game? If you were Jesse Davis, though, you’d know that this play could be a prime setup to score. Davis is a profess





Why China is betting on big nuclear reactors
MIT Technology Review / 9h
It’s a tale of two nuclear industries. In China, large reactors are coming together at a stunning pace. The country has nearly doubled its nuclear fleet since 2016, reaching nearly 60 gigawatts of total power capacity. The new facilities are nearly all gigawatt-scale pressurized-water reactors. Meanwhile, the US has built just two reactors in that time—Unit 3 and Unit 4 at Plant Vogtle in Georgia





Cameras, Sensors, and 3D Body Scans: All the Tech Helping Eliminate Blown Calls
Wired / 9h
Soccer officials already rely on cameras to see who’s offside and who sent the ball out of bounds. But during this World Cup, refs will use digital twins of each player to view plays from every angle.





Trump’s Border Crackdown Is Wreaking Havoc on the World Cup
Wired / 9h
Travel bans and other visa issues are creating problems for World Cup participants even before the whistle blows.





How Mexican World Cup Stadiums Achieved FIFA’s Environmental Certifications
Wired / 9h
Venues hosting the 2026 World Cup must meet high standards to obtain environmental certifications, but FIFA also requires that they use natural grass, which is water-intensive to maintain.





NYT Connections Sports Edition today: Hints and answers for June 11, 2026
Mashable / 10h
Today's Connections: Sports Edition will require soccer 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 each new set of words g





Jimmy Kimmel has some blunt thoughts about Trump commemorative gold coin
Mashable / 10h
Another day, another piece of gold Trump merchandise for sale. In the clip above Jimmy Kimmel talks about Donald Trump's commemorative gold coin , being sold for "the low, low price of only $11,999" to mark the upcoming UFC Freedom 250 event at the White House. "You can see though it's a beautiful coin — Julius UFCaesar is pictured," says Kimmel. "This is one ounce of pure PF70-rated gold. Just f





NYT Mini crossword answers, hints for June 11, 2026
Mashable / 10h
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





The Insignia 65-inch Class QF LED 4K QLED TV is down to its best-ever price at Amazon ahead of Prime Day
Mashable / 10h
SAVE $200: As of June 11, the Insignia 65-inch Class QF LED 4K QLED TV is back at its lowest-ever price on Amazon at $299.99. This is $200 off its full price of $499.99. Opens in a new window Credit: Insignia INSIGNIA 65-inch Class QF Series LED 4K UHD QLED Smart Fire TV with Alexa Voice Remote $299.99 at Amazon $499.99 Save $200 Between the World Cup and exciting new additions to streaming servi





Framework delays Laptop 13 Pro shipments by a month
Engadget / 10h
Framework is pushing back shipments of its new Laptop 13 Pro to address issues with its haptic touchpad and display found in the run-up to mass production.





People Living Near xAI’s Dirty Data Centers Are Furious About the SpaceX IPO
Wired / 10h
Elon Musk is set to make hundreds of billions even as communities in Mississippi and Tennessee are fighting to stop the gas turbines powering xAI's supercomputers.





The Insignia 32-inch Class F20 TV is under $70 for a limited time
Mashable / 10h
SAVE $60 : As of June 11, the Insignia 32-inch Class F20 is on sale for $69.97. That's a 46% discount on the list price. Opens in a new window Credit: Insignia Insignia 32-inch Class F20 $69.97 at Amazon $129.99 Save $60.02 If you’re looking for a new TV for watching the World Cup , you don’t need to commit to spending hundreds of dollars. In fact, you don’t even need to spend one hundred dollars





The Beats Solo 4 headphones are $70 off at Amazon for a limited time
Mashable / 10h
SAVE $70: As of June 11, the Beats Solo 4 are on sale for $129.95 at Amazon. That's a 35% discount on the list price. Opens in a new window Credit: Beats Beats Solo 4 $129.95 at Amazon $199.95 Save $70 Prime Day is still a couple of weeks away, but you don't need to wait if you want to score a deal on headphones now. As of June 11, the Beats Solo 4 have dropped in price again, and they're current





The Beats Fit Pro just got a $50 discount at Amazon for a limited time
Mashable / 10h
SAVE $50: As of June 11, Beats Fit Pro are on sale for $149.99 at Amazon. That's a 25% discount on the list price. Opens in a new window Credit: Beats Beats Fit Pro $149.99 at Amazon $199.95 Save $49.96 Looking for new earbuds ? The Beats Fit Pro are back on sale at Amazon, and as of June 11, you can save $50. Normally priced at $199.95, you can currently buy the 1st generation model of these ear





Dyson V16 Piston Animal first impressions: A new apex Dyson vacuum has entered the villa
Mashable / 10h
Dyson just dropped a new flagship cordless vacuum for the first time in forever. Launched in the U.S. on June 2 , the Dyson V16 Piston Animal is the first new flagship Dyson in three years. Even then, the 2023 flagship Gen5absolute and Gen5outsize vacuums didn't feel overly innovative compared to the existing Dyson V15. The Dyson V16 finally picks up where the Dyson V15 left off, and there's more





Among Us is full of Crewmate butts. It used to have even more.
Mashable / 10h
The Crewmates in Paramount+'s Among Us series spend half the show running from Impostors, and the other half showing off their surprisingly nice butts. SEE ALSO: The 'Among Us' TV show is better than it has any right to be According to series creator Owen Dennis, the deluge of butts in the show began with episode 1, appearing in a few shots of Crewmates walking out of the elevator, or a moment wh





Heres why you should watch Among Us twice
Mashable / 10h
You can never just watch a whodunnit once. You have to go back and pick out all the clues you may have missed along the way and analyze the killer's every move. The same goes for the TV adaptation of Among Us , which presents a horrifying space-set murder mystery. SEE ALSO: The 'Among Us' TV show is better than it has any right to be For creator Owen Dennis, "pretty much everything" changes when





A Prime Day Apple deals primer: How low prices will go on AirPods, iPads, and MacBooks
Mashable / 10h
It's Amazon Prime Day season again, aka the best time of year to score excellent deals on Apple gadgets (outside of Black Friday, at least). Amazon typically offers extra-low prices on Apple Watches , AirPods , iPads , and MacBooks during its members-only sale, making it less painful to splurge on a new device. Full disclosure: There are already tons of Apple deals available on Amazon ahead of th





Savage House review: Hosting an important dinner? Prepare for battle.
Mashable / 10h
The aristocratic art of hosting a dinner party becomes a bloody, pustulant battleground in Savage House , a riveting dark comedy so rich it'll make you sick. An ostentatious political commentary on 18th-century English profligacy written and directed by Peter Glanz ( Captain America: Brave New World ), Savage House presents two households, both alike in dignity, living within one household. Howev





The 10 best Lego sets of 2026 so far, from F1 to Monet and Pokémon
Mashable / 10h
As a toy company, Lego is simply built different. Whether you're a kid or an adult, there's probably a Lego set that appeals to you. And with sets including everything from F1 race cars and Star Wars to house plants and classic art, there's more than a decent chance a Lego set exists that matches up with at least one of your interests. That kind of widespread appeal is what brought the company re





Whats new to streaming this week? (June 12, 2026)
Mashable / 10h
Looking for something great to watch at home? Streaming subscribers are spoiled for choice between Hulu , Netflix , HBO Max , Disney+ , Apple TV , Prime Video , Shudder , Paramount+ , Peacock , and more. And that's before you even look at the vast libraries of movies and television programs within each streamer! Don't be overwhelmed or waste an hour scrolling through your services to determine wh





Build apps and websites faster with this Microsoft secret weapon, now $35
Mashable / 10h
TL;DR : If you’re just learning to code, you need Microsoft Visual Studio Professional 2026 , on sale now for $34.97 (reg. $499.99). Opens in a new window Credit: Microsoft Microsoft Visual Studio Professional 2026 $34.97 $499.99 Save $465.02 Whether you’re new to coding or just looking for a more efficient way to get it done, Microsoft Visual Studio Professional 2026 can help. This platform is a





Looking for guilt-free screen time for kids? This $45 app can help
Mashable / 10h
TL;DR : Learning can be fun with this lifetime subscription to Pok Pok , on sale now for just $44.97 (reg. $250) through June 14. Opens in a new window Credit: Pok Pok Pok Pok: Lifetime Subscription $44.98 $250 Save $205.02 If you have a little one at home, you’re likely navigating the stresses of screen time. It’s a difficult topic to navigate, but Pok Pok makes it a little easier. This award-wi





Dropouts Brennan Lee Mulligan knows he cant win. But could that be about to change?
Mashable / 10h
Brennan Lee Mulligan is a fascinating figure on Dropout because of the comical duality he's cultivated across the subscription streaming platform's shows. On Dimension 20, a tabletop role-playing show he created, he's the mighty Game Master, in charge of dreaming up the fantasy worlds his intrepid heroes — or, in this case, a gaggle of improv comedians — traverse. In this role, he plays villains,





The Braun IPL Silk Expert Pro 5 has dropped to its best-ever price
Mashable / 10h
SAVE $40.05: As of June 11, the Braun IPL Silk·Expert is on sale for $279.94 at Amazon. That's a 13% discount on the list price. Opens in a new window Credit: Braun Braun IPL Silk·Expert $279.94 at Amazon $319.99 Save $40.05 Looking to spend less on beauty and salon appointments? An IPL device could be the answer. These at-home devices offer a long-term way to reduce unwanted hair, and a popular





If AI transparency rules weaken, enterprise tech teams will inherit the risk
Latest from TechRadar / 10h
When AI compliance softens, enterprises don't escape accountability — they absorb it.





OpenAI signs major Visa deal — so AI agents will soon be able to make payments and purchases for you
Latest from TechRadar / 10h
Visa payments to be integrated within OpenAI's ecosystem, paving the way for future agentic transactions and bookings.





How Tesla’s Stock Listing in 2010 Enabled SpaceX’s I.P.O.
NYT > Technology / 10h
Investors who bought the automaker’s shares in its initial public offering became rich. As a result, many have a deep faith in Elon Musk, the chief executive of Tesla and SpaceX.





Anthropic backtracks on policy that 'sabotaged' researchers' work
Engadget / 10h
Anthropic is walking back a hidden policy that researchers say sabotaged their work.





Anthropic Apologizes For One of the Guardrails on Its Fable 5 Model, and Will Change It
Gizmodo / 10h
Fable 5 is a nerfed version of Anthropic's Mythos model. Turns out it was actually too nerfed, and the company is sorry.





I Was Scammed Buying GLP-1s Online. I’m Not Alone
Wired / 10h
Customers have complained that a telehealth network selling compounded GLP-1s has been ripping them off—even after it had to pay $5 million to clients as part of a settlement with the US government.





How the UK is tackling industrialized crypto fraud
Latest from TechRadar / 10h
Crypto fraud has industrialized. The UK is showing how enforcement can keep up.





Save At Auberge Collection With Amex Offers (Targeted)
One Mile at a Time / 11h
The Amex Offers program frequently has promotions for hotel stays, which can save you money or earn you bonus points for stays you’d make anyway. Amex has just rolled out its latest targeted hotel offer, which could be worth it for a stay at a boutique luxury property. Spend $750+ with Auberge, save $150 There’s a targeted Amex Offers deal that can earn you a $150 statement credit when you spend





YouTube expands direct messaging to the US
Engadget / 11h
YouTube is testing DMs in its mobile app, and US is now part of the experiment.





How to listen to FIFA World Cup 2026 from anywhere in the world
Latest from TechRadar / 11h
Here's how to listen to the FIFA World Cup 2026 on SiriusXM, BBC Radio 5 Live and TalkSport from anywhere in the world.





Prince William's Homewards programme wants to use big data and AI to stop homelessness before it happens
Latest from TechRadar / 12h
Salesforce provides AI know-how to help power Homewards' fight against homelessness in the UK.