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Someone bought a Galaxy S26 Ultra early, showing Privacy Display in action, more [Gallery] - 9to5Google ↓

Monday February 23, 2026

Someone bought a Galaxy S26 Ultra early, showing Privacy Display in action, more [Gallery] 9to5GoogleHow Samsung’s Galaxy S26 Ultra Will Change Smartphones Forever ForbesSamsung Galaxy S26 Is ... Continue Reading »

Apple's first event of the year will reportedly bring at least five products over a 'three-day blitz' - Engadget ↓

Sunday February 22, 2026

Apple's first event of the year will reportedly bring at least five products over a 'three-day blitz' EngadgetApple might take a new approach to announcing its ... Continue Reading »

Samsung is adding Perplexity to Galaxy AI - The Verge ↓

Sunday February 22, 2026

Samsung is adding Perplexity to Galaxy AI The VergeGalaxy AI Expands Multi-Agent Ecosystem To Give Users More Choice and Flexibility samsung.comSamsung is adding Perplexity to Galaxy AI ... Continue Reading »

Resident Evil Requiem Leakers Deserve "A Thousand Deaths", Says Hideki Kamiya - Nintendo Life ↓

Monday February 23, 2026

Resident Evil Requiem Leakers Deserve "A Thousand Deaths", Says Hideki Kamiya Nintendo LifeResident Evil Requiem producer Masato Kumazawa discusses how the game pays homage to both ... Continue Reading »

Why people are buying iPods again - Axios ↓

Saturday February 21, 2026

Why people are buying iPods again AxiosThe iPod is back. Here’s what’s driving the revival of the obsolete music player Toronto StarGen Z is fueling an iPod ... Continue Reading »

Xbox's Sarah Bond Issues Statement On Her Departure From Microsoft - Pure Xbox ↓

Sunday February 22, 2026

Xbox's Sarah Bond Issues Statement On Her Departure From Microsoft Pure XboxAsha Sharma named EVP and CEO, Microsoft Gaming The Official Microsoft BlogPhil Spencer Retiring, Sarah Bond ... Continue Reading »

Google restricting Google AI Pro/Ultra subscribers for using OpenClaw - Hacker News ↓

Monday February 23, 2026

Google restricting Google AI Pro/Ultra subscribers for using OpenClaw Hacker NewsGoogle Blocks Paying AI Subscribers Using Third-Party OpenClaw Tool trendingtopics.euOpenClaw creator calls Google draconian after it bans ... Continue Reading »

This is why you should stop connecting your Smart TV to WiFi and what you should do instead - supercarblondie.com ↓

Monday February 23, 2026

This is why you should stop connecting your Smart TV to WiFi and what you should do instead supercarblondie.com Continue Reading »

8 Cool New Gadgets to Keep on Your Radar - Gear Patrol ↓

Sunday February 22, 2026

8 Cool New Gadgets to Keep on Your Radar Gear PatrolNew Tech Releases Coming in 2026: What to Expect from Samsung, Apple, Google & Gaming Mazuma MobileThe ... Continue Reading »

The FBI Says These Wi-Fi Routers Are Unsafe, And Here's Why - SlashGear ↓

Monday February 23, 2026

The FBI Says These Wi-Fi Routers Are Unsafe, And Here's Why SlashGear Continue Reading »

Steam Next Fest February 2026 Guide: 9 Indie Demos For Sickos - Kotaku ↓

Monday February 23, 2026

Steam Next Fest February 2026 Guide: 9 Indie Demos For Sickos Kotaku7 Free PC Game Offerings To Keep You Busy This Weekend GAMINGbibleSteam Next Fest Feb 2026: ... Continue Reading »

Gallery: Here's A Look At Pokémon FireRed And LeafGreen On Switch - Nintendo Life ↓

Sunday February 22, 2026

Gallery: Here's A Look At Pokémon FireRed And LeafGreen On Switch Nintendo LifePokémon FireRed Version and Pokémon LeafGreen coming to Nintendo Switch - News nintendo.comThe Pokémon Company ... Continue Reading »

Pokémon GO Events This Week: 23 February – 1 March 2026 - Pokémon GO Hub ↓

Sunday February 22, 2026

Pokémon GO Events This Week: 23 February – 1 March 2026 Pokémon GO HubGO Pass: Road to Kalos Pokémon GO HubPocket monsters Taipei TimesFor a Third Year, Pokémon ... Continue Reading »

‘Flow’ dramatically improves Android voice typing without replacing Gboard - 9to5Google ↓

Monday February 23, 2026

‘Flow’ dramatically improves Android voice typing without replacing Gboard 9to5GoogleWispr Flow launches an Android app for AI-powered dictation TechCrunchWispr Flow Expands to Android, Speeds Up Dictation and ... Continue Reading »

The Legend Of Zelda Keeps Flirting With Dumping Fantasy For Sci-Fi - Kotaku ↓

Saturday February 21, 2026

The Legend Of Zelda Keeps Flirting With Dumping Fantasy For Sci-Fi KotakuOur Legends of Zelda: Celebrating Hyrule’s 40th Anniversary with Our Favorite Zelda Memories IGN40 Years Ago, ... Continue Reading »

The 5 Most Reliable Mesh Wi-Fi Routers, According To Consumer Reports - bgr.com ↓

Saturday February 21, 2026

The 5 Most Reliable Mesh Wi-Fi Routers, According To Consumer Reports bgr.com Continue Reading »

MOFT’s long-awaited MagSafe kickstand wallet with Find My support is now available - 9to5Mac ↓

Saturday February 21, 2026

MOFT’s long-awaited MagSafe kickstand wallet with Find My support is now available 9to5Mac Continue Reading »

Jay Leno Owns The Katharine Hepburn Bugatti And That's Not Even The Interesting Part - Jalopnik ↓

Monday February 23, 2026

Jay Leno Owns The Katharine Hepburn Bugatti And That's Not Even The Interesting Part Jalopnik Continue Reading »

Dell PC teardown shows mechanically locked 12V-2×6 GPU power connector - VideoCardz.com ↓

Sunday February 22, 2026

Dell PC teardown shows mechanically locked 12V-2×6 GPU power connector VideoCardz.com Continue Reading »

Linus Torvalds jokingly ponders his successor as Linux boss - theregister.com ↓

Monday February 23, 2026

Linus Torvalds jokingly ponders his successor as Linux boss theregister.comLinux 7.0-rc1 Released With Many New Features: PhoronixLinux 7.0 is ready for you to test as it hits ... Continue Reading »

Apple TV: 26 of the Best TV Shows You're Probably Not Watching ↓

Monday February 23, 2026

Apple's streamer is jam-packed with excellent TV shows. Continue Reading »

Don't Buy a Refurbished or Used Windows 10 Computer ↓

Monday February 23, 2026

It's a trap! There are some great deals on used and refurbished desktops and laptops that are still running Windows 10. Don't do it. Continue Reading »

Best Home Security Systems for Renters in 2026: No Screws, No Hassle ↓

Monday February 23, 2026

Tenants have powerful home security options, too. These kits use peel-and-stick sensors, simple apps and other rent-friendly tricks. Continue Reading »

Upgrade Your Morning Smoothie With This $50 Nutribullet ↓

Monday February 23, 2026

At 31% off, this compact blender is hovering just above its all-time low -- but it won't be for long. Continue Reading »

Today's NYT Connections: Sports Edition Hints and Answers for Feb. 23, #518 ↓

Monday February 23, 2026

Here are hints and the answers for the NYT Connections: Sports Edition puzzle for Feb. 23, No. 518. Continue Reading »

Today's NYT Mini Crossword Answers for Monday, Feb. 23 ↓

Monday February 23, 2026

Here are the answers for The New York Times Mini Crossword for Feb. 23. Continue Reading »

Samsung Galaxy Unpacked 2026 Is Days Away: Galaxy S26 Rumors, Release Date and More ↓

Monday February 23, 2026

Samsung is holding an event on Feb. 25 in San Francisco, where we expect the Galaxy S26, S26 Plus and S26 Ultra to be revealed. Continue Reading »

Today's NYT Strands Hints, Answers and Help for Feb. 23 #722 ↓

Sunday February 22, 2026

Here are hints and answers for the NYT Strands puzzle for Feb. 23, No. 722. Continue Reading »

Today's NYT Connections Hints, Answers and Help for Feb. 23, #988 ↓

Sunday February 22, 2026

Here are some hints and the answers for the NYT Connections puzzle for Feb. 23 #988. Continue Reading »

Today's Wordle Hints, Answer and Help for Feb. 23, #1710 ↓

Sunday February 22, 2026

Here are hints and the answer for today's Wordle for Feb. 23, No. 1,710. Continue Reading »

What Happened in Hulu's 'Paradise'? Here's a Recap Before Season 2 Premieres ↓

Sunday February 22, 2026

Get ready for season 2 to head outside the bunker. Continue Reading »

Astronauts Will Be Allowed to Use the Latest Smartphones During Space Missions ↓

Sunday February 22, 2026

Astronauts could be using smartphones to capture lunar selfies and more. Continue Reading »

Trump Phone Reportedly Costs More, Looks Different, Isn't Made in America ↓

Sunday February 22, 2026

A model unit of the T1 seen by The Verge shows specs and pricing that don't match what's advertised on the Trump Mobile website. Continue Reading »

'Bridgerton' Season 4, Part 2: Release Date and Time on Netflix ↓

Sunday February 22, 2026

The wait for new episodes is almost over. Continue Reading »

I 3D Printed Dyson Vacuum Tools and Other Cool Home Accessories ↓

Sunday February 22, 2026

I've been using 3D printing to make useful tools and accessories around my home for years, including for my Dyson vacuums. Here's how. Continue Reading »

Premier League Soccer 2026: Watch Tottenham vs. Arsenal Live ↓

Sunday February 22, 2026

Igor Tudor takes charge of Spurs for the first time in a crucial North London derby for both teams. Continue Reading »

The Best Smart Scales of 2026 for Measuring Body Fat, Muscle Mass and More ↓

Sunday February 22, 2026

If you're looking to keep track of your health, a smart scale can help by providing data on various metrics right from your bathroom. Continue Reading »

Give Your Phone Photos a Warm, Dreamy Analog Film Look With These 3 Tricks ↓

Sunday February 22, 2026

Whether you have the latest iPhone or Samsung phone, or even an older handset, you can take some beautiful nostalgic images with a bit of ... Continue Reading »

Apple Watch vs. Oura Ring: After Months of Testing, I've Finally Made My Choice ↓

Sunday February 22, 2026

One feature ultimately sealed the deal for me, but it might not be the one that matters most to you. Continue Reading »

10 New Large Appliance Features That Prove the Home Is Getting Smarter in 2026 ↓

Sunday February 22, 2026

The future of the home is taking shape. After a massive three-day home, kitchen and bath showcase in Orlando, these are the innovations that stood ... Continue Reading »

Lenovo Idea Tab Pro Tablet Review: It Gets the Job Done ↓

Sunday February 22, 2026

When you don't need a tablet to do everything, this one does the basics well for a reasonable price. Continue Reading »

Seeing More iPhone Battery Life? Adaptive Power in iOS 26 Could Be the Boost ↓

Sunday February 22, 2026

This somewhat obscure feature in the latest iPhone system can delivery more battery power during your day. Continue Reading »

AI Slop Is Destroying the Internet. These Are the People Fighting to Save It ↓

Sunday February 22, 2026

On the front line of the war on AI, these people are fighting for a better internet. Continue Reading »

Premier League Soccer: Stream Nottingham Forest vs. Liverpool Live From Anywhere ↓

Sunday February 22, 2026

The Tricky Trees look to build on encouraging European win as they host the top-five chasing Reds in the English Premier League. Continue Reading »

Today's NYT Mini Crossword Answers for Sunday, Feb. 22 ↓

Sunday February 22, 2026

Here are the answers for The New York Times Mini Crossword for Feb. 22. Continue Reading »

The EU’s strategic rebalancing of research partnerships with China ↓

Monday February 23, 2026

In 2026, one of Europe’s most ambitious scientific ventures, Horizon Europe, a seven-year, roughly €93 billion framework dedicated to research and innovation, underwent a quiet ... Continue Reading »

A new early-stage fund: Syndicate One raises €22M for Belgium’s startups ↓

Monday February 23, 2026

Brussels-based investor Syndicate One has hit a funding milestone with the €22 million first close of its second early-stage tech fund, underscoring a growing confidence ... Continue Reading »

Berlin hosts private premiere of ‘Holiguards Saga – The Portal of Force’ with Kevin Spacey and Elvira Paterson ↓

Friday February 20, 2026

A private premiere screening of “Holiguards Saga – The Portal of Force,” the pilot installment of the planned Holiguards Saga franchise, was held on February ... Continue Reading »

Zurich’s Rapidata raises €7.2M to build a real-time human feedback network for AI ↓

Friday February 20, 2026

A growing number of startups are rushing to build software that thinks fast. But one of the hardest parts of teaching machines to improve isn’t ... Continue Reading »

Gartner $110M sale of Digital Markets division in latest SEC filing ↓

Friday February 20, 2026

When Gartner first disclosed that it had agreed to part with its Digital Markets ( business unit that included its major software review, specifically Capterra, ... Continue Reading »

Google’s new music tool, Lyria 3 is here ↓

Thursday February 19, 2026

Google’s announcement that its Gemini app now writes music for you isn’t just one of those “blowing my mind” product updates. It feels like a ... Continue Reading »

Plato closes $14.5M to bring AI automation to wholesale trade ↓

Thursday February 19, 2026

Plato, a Berlin-based startup, has raised $14.5 million in seed funding to bring generative AI into wholesale distribution, a massive industry that rarely makes tech ... Continue Reading »

David Silver is chasing superhuman intelligence with a $1bn seed ↓

Thursday February 19, 2026

David Silver, a British AI researcher known for his role at Google’s DeepMind lab, has helped build some of the most influential AI systems and ... Continue Reading »

When robots outshine humans, I have to ask: Are we ready? ↓

Wednesday February 18, 2026

If you tuned in to China’s 2026 CCTV Spring Festival Gala looking for traditional lion dances and nostalgic tunes, you may have done a double-take ... Continue Reading »

VC Quantonation closes €220M fund to back next-gen physics tech ↓

Wednesday February 18, 2026

A Paris-based venture firm that has quietly shaped the quantum technology scenery is now making a much louder statement about Europe’s role in the future ... Continue Reading »

Shadow mode, drift alerts and audit logs: Inside the modern audit loop ↓

Sunday February 22, 2026

Traditional software governance often uses static compliance checklists, quarterly audits and after-the-fact reviews. But this method can't keep up with AI systems that change in ... Continue Reading »

Runlayer is now offering secure OpenClaw agentic capabilities for large enterprises ↓

Friday February 20, 2026

OpenClaw, the open source AI agent that excels at autonomous tasks on computers and which users can communicate with through popular messaging apps, has undoubtedly ... Continue Reading »

Microsoft Copilot ignored sensitivity labels twice in eight months — and no DLP stack caught either one ↓

Friday February 20, 2026

For four weeks starting January 21, Microsoft's Copilot read and summarized confidential emails despite every sensitivity label and DLP policy telling it not to. The ... Continue Reading »

Google Gemini 3.1 Pro first impressions: a 'Deep Think Mini' with adjustable reasoning on demand ↓

Thursday February 19, 2026

For the past three months, Google's Gemini 3 Pro has held its ground as one of the most capable frontier models available. But in the ... Continue Reading »

How attackers hit 700 organizations through CX platforms your SOC already approved ↓

Thursday February 19, 2026

CX platforms process billions of unstructured interactions a year: Survey forms, review sites, social feeds, call center transcripts, all flowing into AI engines that trigger ... Continue Reading »

Google launches Gemini 3.1 Pro, retaking AI crown with 2X+ reasoning performance boost ↓

Thursday February 19, 2026

Late last year, Google briefly took the crown for most powerful AI model in the world with the launch of Gemini 3 Pro — only ... Continue Reading »

Rapidata emerges to shorten AI model development cycles from months to days with near real-time RLHF ↓

Thursday February 19, 2026

Despite growing chatter about a future when much human work is automated by AI, one of the ironies of this current tech boom is how ... Continue Reading »

The Best Gaming Chair Deals for October 2024 ↓

Wednesday October 02, 2024

Settle in for peak gaming season with a new chair that feels great and looks even better, and save money doing it. Continue Reading »

Nintendo Targets YouTube Channels That Perform or Promote Game Emulation ↓

Wednesday October 02, 2024

Retro Game Corps, a channel with over half a million subscribers, has received copyright strikes for at least two emulation-related videos. Continue Reading »

The Best Gaming Monitor Deals for October 2024 ↓

Wednesday October 02, 2024

You've got that expensive GPU installed—now pick up a monitor that does it justice at a deep discount. Continue Reading »

The Best SSD and Hard Drive Deals for October 2024 ↓

Wednesday October 02, 2024

Make room for all your horror movies with big savings on internal and external SSDs and hard disk drives. Continue Reading »

The Best Router and Mesh Wi-Fi Deals for October 2024 ↓

Wednesday October 02, 2024

Speed up your surfing with new hardware that milks the most bandwidth out of your ISP at deep discounts. Continue Reading »

Microsoft Begins Rolling Out Windows 11 24H2 Update ↓

Wednesday October 02, 2024

The long-awaited update includes changes to the Start menu, command prompt, and AI features. Continue Reading »

Intel Updates Its AI Playground Software for Intel-Powered 'AI PCs' ↓

Wednesday October 02, 2024

It'll work with Lunar Lake, Meteor Lake, or with an Arc GPU. Continue Reading »

AMD Has Added Frame Generation to Its Adrenalin Drivers ↓

Wednesday October 02, 2024

The technology is no longer in preview and can be used by anyone with a late-model Radeon GPU. Continue Reading »

A Supermassive Black Hole Might Be Fueling Nova Eruptions, Hubble Reveals ↓

Wednesday October 02, 2024

Double-star systems that sit near the center of Messier 87 are in the plasma jet splash zone, potentially making novae more likely. Continue Reading »

New Laser Headset Assesses Stroke Risk In Real Time ↓

Wednesday October 02, 2024

Though a bit unwieldy, the headset is the first-ever device to predict strokes non-invasively. Continue Reading »

G.Skill Announces DDR5-9000 MT/s AMD Expo Memory ↓

Wednesday October 02, 2024

AMD is looking to match Intel's memory speeds with its new X870 platform. Continue Reading »

Astronomers Discover Sub-Earth Exoplanet Just 6 Light-Years Away ↓

Wednesday October 02, 2024

The world orbits Barnard's Star, the closest single-star system to the Sun. Continue Reading »

Here’s How You Can Get a Lenovo Chromebook for Less Than the Price of a Textbook ↓

Wednesday October 02, 2024

Budget-friendly, reliable, and portable. Continue Reading »

Microsoft Halts Windows 11 Update Rollout Due to Critical Issues ↓

Tuesday October 01, 2024

Some of the errors are Blue/Green Screen of Death errors, boot loops and system unresponsiveness, USB port failures, and more. Continue Reading »

Microsoft Discontinues HoloLens 2 With No Plans for Third Gen ↓

Tuesday October 01, 2024

Microsoft will continue its AR project for the US Army, though. Continue Reading »

TSMC Could be 10 Years Ahead of China in Chip Development ↓

Tuesday October 01, 2024

The company's 2nm process could theoretically put it almost a decade ahead of China, according to Taiwan's tech minister. Continue Reading »

Report: AMD Delays RDNA 4 Launch Due to Oversupply of RDNA 3 ↓

Tuesday October 01, 2024

The company will now launch its next-gen GPUs at CES in January instead of in late 2024. Continue Reading »

Amazon eero Pro 6E Mesh Wi-Fi System Slashed by 36%, Now Under $350 ↓

Tuesday October 01, 2024

Score blazing-fast Wi-Fi 6E speeds and cover up to 6,000 sq. ft. with this powerful 3-pack router system. Continue Reading »

Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Max Slashed to $34.99, 42% Off ↓

Tuesday October 01, 2024

Upgrade your entertainment setup with Amazon's most advanced streaming stick with built-in Xbox gaming functionality. Continue Reading »

Toshiba 55" 4K Fire TV Slashed by $120, Now Just $249.99 ↓

Tuesday October 01, 2024

Save big on this feature-packed smart TV with Alexa integration and amazing gaming performance. Continue Reading »

Dungeons & Dragons Proving an Effective Form of Group Therapy, Experts Say ↓

Tuesday October 01, 2024

The game is thought to help players hone their social, problem-solving, and learning skills. Continue Reading »

Latest Intel Raptor Lake Patch Reduces Performance in Synthetic Benchmarks ↓

Tuesday October 01, 2024

The performance reductions vary from 2% to up to 6% in some benchmarks, but the real-world impact is still unknown. Continue Reading »

This $19 App Guards Your Gang’s Devices for Life ↓

Tuesday October 01, 2024

AdGuard's Family Plan offers lifetime protection against ads, malware, and inappropriate content on up to 9 devices. Continue Reading »

SpaceX Falcon 9 Grounded Again After Engine Malfunction ↓

Monday September 30, 2024

This marks the third launch hold in as many months. Continue Reading »

Raspberry Pi Announces AI Camera Module Developed With Sony ↓

Monday September 30, 2024

The $70 add-on can process AI workloads all on its own. Continue Reading »

Apple Will Upgrade Base Memory and Storage on M4 MacBook Pros: Rumor ↓

Monday September 30, 2024

AI requirements seem to be forcing Apple's hand. Continue Reading »

California Adds Neural Data to Consumer Privacy Law Protections ↓

Monday September 30, 2024

In the Golden State, your brain waves now receive the same level of protection afforded to other sensitive data. Continue Reading »

New CUDIMM Memory Will Work on Ryzen 9000 CPUs, Says MSI Overclocker ↓

Monday September 30, 2024

It was previously thought to only be compatible with Intel's next-gen Arrow Lake platform. Continue Reading »

Razer Unveils Advanced Laptop Cooling Pad With Smart Adaptive Technology ↓

Monday September 30, 2024

It can reduce CPU and GPU temperatures by up to 18% and comes with a 3-port USB-A hub and Razer's Chroma RGB lighting system. Continue Reading »

New Robot Hand Can Detach From Arm, Move Around, and Reattach At Will ↓

Monday September 30, 2024

Why allow human limitations to impede the robots that mimic us? Continue Reading »

Conduent data breach hits millions across multiple states ↓

Sunday February 22, 2026

Massive ransomware attack on government contractor Conduent may have exposed data of tens of millions across multiple states including Texas and Oregon. Continue Reading »

Waymo’s cheaper robotaxi tech could help expand rides fast ↓

Sunday February 22, 2026

Waymo unveils cheaper sixth-generation driverless technology, expanding robotaxi service to 20 new cities this year with improved sensors and reduced costs. Continue Reading »

Why a credit freeze isn’t the end of identity theft ↓

Saturday February 21, 2026

Credit freeze after data breach? It won't stop all identity theft. Learn what gaps remain and how fraudsters bypass credit checks to steal your identity. Continue Reading »

AI dating cafes are now a real thing ↓

Saturday February 21, 2026

People brought AI companions on real dates at a New York cafe, chatting with screens instead of humans. This AI dating event shows virtual relationships. Continue Reading »

The robotaxi price war has started. Here’s everything you need to know. ↓

Saturday February 21, 2026

Driverless cars report mixed safety records as Waymo logs 1,429 incidents since 2021, 117 injuries and two fatalities. The company claimed it has 80% fewer ... Continue Reading »

YouTube TV billing scam emails are hitting inboxes ↓

Friday February 20, 2026

YouTube TV billing scam email tricks users with fake "BILLING FAILED" alerts. Jackie from New York spotted red flags despite not subscribing to the service. Continue Reading »

Fox News AI Newsletter: AI giant moves HQ to red state ↓

Friday February 20, 2026

The Fox News AI Newsletter covers the latest artificial intelligence technology advancements, including the challenges and opportunities now and for the future. Continue Reading »

China's robotics giant puts 200 robots to the test ↓

Friday February 20, 2026

Agibot stages live televised gala with over 200 humanoid robots in Shanghai, featuring synchronized dancing, martial arts and acrobatic performances. Continue Reading »

Panera Bread data breach exposes 5.1M customers ↓

Thursday February 19, 2026

Panera Bread confirms cybersecurity incident exposing customer contact information as class-action lawsuits are filed and hackers leak 760-megabyte archive of stolen data. Continue Reading »

AI home search could change how you buy a house ↓

Thursday February 19, 2026

Homes.com launched Homes AI powered by Microsoft Azure OpenAI, enabling conversational home search where buyers describe preferences in plain language. Continue Reading »

5 trendy tech words shaping today's internet culture ↓

Wednesday February 18, 2026

Internet terminology explained: slop, burner accounts, shadowbans, clickbait and targeted ads. Understand how these five key terms affect your social media experience. Continue Reading »

Tax season scams 2026: Fake IRS messages stealing identities ↓

Wednesday February 18, 2026

Tax scams target Americans starting in January using personal data from brokers to create fake IRS emails and refund alerts that steal Social Security numbers. Continue Reading »

Criminals are using Zillow to plan break-ins. Here’s how to remove your home in 10 minutes. ↓

Tuesday February 17, 2026

Your home photos on Zillow could help criminals plan break-ins. Learn how burglars use real estate listing sites and get removal instructions. Continue Reading »

Don't ignore Apple's urgent security update ↓

Tuesday February 17, 2026

An Apple security update fixes CVE-2026-20700 zero-day vulnerability actively exploited by hackers targeting iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch and Apple TV devices. Continue Reading »

Substack data breach exposes emails and phone numbers ↓

Tuesday February 17, 2026

Substack data breach exposed user email addresses and phone numbers for months before CEO Chris Best confirmed the October incident in February, prompting security concerns. Continue Reading »

Wearable robotics are changing how we walk and run ↓

Monday February 16, 2026

Nike's Project Amplify and consumer exoskeletons like Hypershell X are bringing wearable robotics to market, with powered footwear targeting 2028 release. Continue Reading »

Fake ad blocker breaks PCs in new malware extension scam ↓

Monday February 16, 2026

Chrome and Edge users warned about NexShield browser extension scam that causes crashes and tricks users into installing malware through fake security fix commands. Continue Reading »

Why physical ID theft is harder to fix than credit card fraud ↓

Sunday February 15, 2026

Physical ID theft recovery proves more complex than credit card fraud, requiring police reports across multiple jurisdictions and extensive documentation. Continue Reading »

Clean up your social media feed and cut the noise ↓

Sunday February 15, 2026

Clean up chaotic social media feeds across Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, X, Threads and LinkedIn using content preferences, feed filters and algorithm retraining techniques. Continue Reading »

Android malware hidden in fake antivirus app ↓

Saturday February 14, 2026

Fake antivirus app TrustBastion uses Hugging Face to deliver Android malware that captures screenshots, steals PINs and shows fake login screens, according to Bitdefender. Continue Reading »

Inside Chicago’s surveillance panopticon ↓

Monday February 23, 2026

Early on the morning of September 2, 2024, a Chicago Transit Authority Blue Line train was the scene of a random and horrific mass shooting. ... Continue Reading »

Exclusive eBook: The great Al hype correction of 2025 ↓

Friday February 20, 2026

2025 was a year of reckoning, including how the heads of the top AI companies made promises they couldn’t keep. In this exclusive subscriber-only eBook, ... Continue Reading »

The Download: Microsoft’s online reality check, and the worrying rise in measles cases ↓

Friday February 20, 2026

This is today’s edition of The Download, our weekday newsletter that provides a daily dose of what’s going on in the world of technology. Microsoft has a ... Continue Reading »

Job titles of the future: Breast biomechanic ↓

Friday February 20, 2026

Twenty years ago, Joanna Wakefield-Scurr was having persistent pain in her breasts. Her doctor couldn’t diagnose the cause but said a good, supportive bra could ... Continue Reading »

Community service ↓

Friday February 20, 2026

The bird is a beautiful silver-gray, and as she dies twitching in the lasernet I’m grateful for two things: First, that she didn’t make a ... Continue Reading »

Measles cases are rising. Other vaccine-preventable infections could be next. ↓

Friday February 20, 2026

There’s a measles outbreak happening close to where I live. Since the start of this year, 34 cases have been confirmed in Enfield, a northern ... Continue Reading »

Microsoft has a new plan to prove what’s real and what’s AI online ↓

Thursday February 19, 2026

AI-enabled deception now permeates our online lives. There are the high-profile cases you may easily spot, like when White House officials recently shared a manipulated ... Continue Reading »

The Download: autonomous narco submarines, and virtue signaling chatbots ↓

Thursday February 19, 2026

This is today’s edition of The Download, our weekday newsletter that provides a daily dose of what’s going on in the world of technology. How uncrewed narco ... Continue Reading »

How uncrewed narco subs could transform the Colombian drug trade ↓

Thursday February 19, 2026

On a bright morning last April, a surveillance plane operated by the Colombian military spotted a 40-foot-long shark-like silhouette idling in the ocean just off ... Continue Reading »

The building legal case for global climate justice ↓

Thursday February 19, 2026

The United States and the European Union grew into economic superpowers by committing climate atrocities. They have burned a wildly disproportionate share of the world’s ... Continue Reading »