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Google patches bug that exposed users’ private phone numbers

A security researcher recently uncovered a vulnerability that allowed the exposure of private recovery phone numbers linked to almost any Google account, without alerting the account owner. This bug posed…

Apple AirTag 2 Rumored to Feature Three Upgrades Ahead of Midyear Launch

Since their debut, Apple’s AirTags have become a popular tool for locating lost items, pets, and more. However, they have also faced challenges, particularly around misuse. Now, rumors suggest that…

Meta reportedly plans multi-billion dollar investment in Scale AI

Meta is reportedly discussing a multibillion-dollar investment in Scale AI, with Bloomberg reporting that the deal could surpass $10 billion. This would mark the largest external AI investment by Meta,…

Nintendo Switch 2 Teardown Reveals Increased Repair Complexity

The Nintendo Switch 2 has arrived, offering the latest in gaming, but a new teardown reveals that repairing the console is more complicated than its predecessor. The detailed video shows…

Elon Musk’s net worth falls $34 billion amid feud with Trump

Elon Musk experienced a staggering $34 billion loss in personal wealth on Thursday after a public dispute with President Donald Trump. Tesla shares dropped 14.3% during the trading session, wiping…

UK court warns lawyers of ‘severe’ penalties for fake AI-generated citations

The High Court of England and Wales has issued a strong warning to lawyers about the risks of misusing artificial intelligence in their work. In a ruling that combined two…

NASA orbiter spots astonishing object emerging through Martian clouds

NASA’s longest-running mission to Mars has delivered an extraordinary side view of Arsia Mons, a colossal, long-extinct volcano rising from the Red Planet’s surface just before dawn. On May 2,…

M&S Hackers Sent Abuse and Ransom Demand Straight to CEO

Hackers responsible for the cyberattack on Marks & Spencer (M&S) sent a threatening and abusive email directly to the retailer’s CEO, Stuart Machin, boasting about their breach and demanding payment,…

Microsoft-Backed AI Startup’s Chatbots Exposed as Human Employees

Builder.ai, a startup backed by Microsoft, claimed its AI assistant could build apps simply by chatting with clients. The company marketed Natasha, its signature chatbot, as an AI-powered tool that…

Elon Musk Says SpaceX May Decommission Dragon Spacecraft After Trump Threat — Or Maybe Not

Elon Musk announced Thursday that SpaceX would begin decommissioning its Dragon spacecraft “immediately” in response to President Donald Trump’s threat to cancel government contracts with Musk’s companies. Dragon is critical…

X Updates Terms to Prohibit AI Model Training Using Its Content

Social network X has revised its developer agreement to explicitly forbid third parties from using the platform’s data to train large language models. The update, made public on Wednesday, adds…

Tanzania Orders Shutdown of X Over Pornography Concerns

Tanzania has decided to block access to the social media platform X, citing the sharing of pornographic content that conflicts with the country’s laws, culture, customs, and traditions, the information…

Reddit Sues AI Startup Anthropic Over Contract Breach and ‘Unfair Competition’

Reddit is suing Anthropic, an artificial intelligence startup, alleging breach of contract and accusing the company of “unlawful and unfair business acts” by using Reddit’s platform data without permission. The…

ChatGPT Adds Meeting Recording and Integrations With Google Drive, Box, and More

OpenAI’s ChatGPT is introducing new capabilities aimed at business users, including integrations with popular cloud storage services, meeting recording and transcription, and support for deep research connections via MCP. Cloud…

Venmo Introduces Debit Card Perks and New Checkout Options to Rival Cash App

Venmo, long popular for splitting bills and gifts among friends, is evolving into a broader consumer commerce platform. Owned by PayPal, the service announced several updates on Wednesday aimed at…

Meta’s Move Into Nuclear Power Plant Ownership, More or Less

Meta announced on Tuesday that it has agreed to purchase all the “clean energy attributes” from Constellation Energy’s Clinton Clean Energy Center, a 1.1-gigawatt nuclear power plant located in central…

Samsung Urges Users to Activate Galaxy Anti-Theft Features Immediately

Samsung is urging Galaxy smartphone owners, especially in the UK, to enable the latest anti-theft protections on their devices. This effort supports the UK Home Office’s campaign to reduce mobile…

Nothing Announces Launch Date for Its Next Flagship Phone

Nothing has officially announced the launch date for its next flagship. The Nothing Phone 3 will debut on July 1st at 6 p.m. BST (1 p.m. ET), as revealed in…

WhatsApp Will Let You Use Usernames Instead of Phone Numbers

WhatsApp is preparing to add a long-awaited feature: usernames. Currently, WhatsApp requires users to log in using their phone numbers, a system some find inconvenient or privacy-invasive. This is about…

Disney Cuts Costs With Hundreds More Layoffs

Disney has revealed plans to lay off several hundred employees worldwide, affecting teams in its film, television, and finance departments. The entertainment giant faces ongoing challenges as viewers increasingly turn…