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Coinbase reports Q1 revenue down 31% YoY to $1.41B, vs. $1.52B est., and a loss of $1.49 per share, vs. a $0.27 profit est.; COIN drops 4%+ after hours (CNBC) - Techmeme Thu, 07 May 2026 21:05:01 GMT

CNBC:
Coinbase reports Q1 revenue down 31% YoY to $1.41B, vs. $1.52B est., and a loss of $1.49 per share, vs. a $0.27 profit est.; COIN drops 4%+ after hours — Coinbase posted lower-than-expected results for the first quarter as crypto prices fell, weighing on one of the companies' major revenue drivers — spot trading in digital assets .

 
Goldman Sachs: Alphabet and Amazon generated "other income" totaling $53B in Q1, or ~60% of their Q1 income; $49B was due to equity stakes in private companies (Robin Wigglesworth/Financial Times) - Techmeme Thu, 07 May 2026 20:40:00 GMT

Robin Wigglesworth / Financial Times:
Goldman Sachs: Alphabet and Amazon generated “other income” totaling $53B in Q1, or ~60% of their Q1 income; $49B was due to equity stakes in private companies — The AI “hyperscalers” reported bumper earnings for the first quarter, with both sales and profits beating expectations.

 
How to Disable Google's Gemini in Chrome - Wired Thu, 07 May 2026 20:31:57 GMT
Chrome users were caught off guard by a 4-GB Google AI model baked into Chrome, sparking privacy concerns. The good news: You can easily uninstall it. The bad? You might not want to.
 
Project Helix Stream: Xbox Game Dev Update Spring '26 Is Here - Digital Foundry - Google Thu, 07 May 2026 20:06:02 GMT
  1. Project Helix Stream: Xbox Game Dev Update Spring '26 Is Here Digital Foundry
  2. Microsoft Holding Xbox Game Dev Update Show Today, With Updates on Project Helix IGN
  3. Is Xbox Project Helix a console or a PC? Digital Foundry
  4. Budget Xbox Project Helix S Series Leaked : Priced At $200 Geeky Gadgets
  5. Next-Gen Xbox Project Helix Won't Get Much New Info In Today's Event, Exec Says GameSpot
 
Sources: OpenAI and Broadcom discuss terms for Broadcom to finance initial custom chip production for ~$18B, conditioned on Microsoft buying ~40% of the chips (Anissa Gardizy/The Information) - Techmeme Thu, 07 May 2026 20:05:01 GMT

Anissa Gardizy / The Information:
Sources: OpenAI and Broadcom discuss terms for Broadcom to finance initial custom chip production for ~$18B, conditioned on Microsoft buying ~40% of the chips — When OpenAI and chip designer Broadcom announced last fall that they would make custom artificial intelligence chips together, they positioned it as a done deal.

 
Today's Wordle Hints, Answer and Help for May 8, #1784 - CNET Thu, 07 May 2026 20:01:03 GMT
Here are hints and the answer for today's Wordle for May 8, No. 1,784.
 
Today's NYT Connections Hints, Answers and Help for May 8, #1062 - CNET Thu, 07 May 2026 20:01:02 GMT
Here are some hints and the answers for the NYT Connections puzzle for May 8, No. 1,062.
 
Anthropic researchers detail natural language autoencoders, which convert LLM activations, the numbers encoding a model's thoughts, into natural language text (Anthropic) - Techmeme Thu, 07 May 2026 20:00:46 GMT

Anthropic:
Anthropic researchers detail natural language autoencoders, which convert LLM activations, the numbers encoding a model's thoughts, into natural language text — When you talk to an AI model like Claude, you talk to it in words. Internally, Claude processes those words as long lists of numbers …

 
Today's NYT Strands Hints, Answers and Help for May 8 #796 - CNET Thu, 07 May 2026 20:00:44 GMT
Here are hints and answers for the NYT Strands puzzle for May 8, No. 796.
 
MIT student Jack Carson named 2026 Udall Scholar - MIT Thu, 07 May 2026 19:50:00 GMT
The Udall Foundation identifies and rewards future leaders in tribal public policy, Indigenous health policy, and the environment.
 
The Lexus TZ is a quieter, upscale take on the Highlander EV - Engadget Thu, 07 May 2026 19:41:57 GMT
It's also the company's first fully-electric three-row SUV.
 
Why the Hantavirus Cruise Ship Outbreak Isn’t Likely to Become a Global Crisis - Wired Thu, 07 May 2026 19:36:46 GMT
While the outbreak aboard a cruise ship in the Atlantic is concerning, the virus isn’t easily transmitted through casual contact.
 
I'm already dreading Apple's camera-equipped AirPods - Engadget Thu, 07 May 2026 19:36:08 GMT
Must everything be part of the panopticon?
 
Sources: Ramp told investors it is raising $750M co-led by Iconiq Capital and GIC at a valuation of $40B+ before the investment, up from $32B in November 2025 (Kate Clark/Wall Street Journal) - Techmeme Thu, 07 May 2026 19:35:00 GMT

Kate Clark / Wall Street Journal:
Sources: Ramp told investors it is raising $750M co-led by Iconiq Capital and GIC at a valuation of $40B+ before the investment, up from $32B in November 2025 — The financing target represents a more than 30% increase from six months ago — The corporate card and expense management startup Ramp …

 
8 Great Horror Movies to Watch on Prime Video Now - CNET Thu, 07 May 2026 19:33:12 GMT
Scary highlights include Smile 2, The Menu and A Quiet Place: Day One.
 
38 Best High School Graduation Gifts for 2026 - CNET Thu, 07 May 2026 19:30:00 GMT
Whether your grad is heading to college or starting a new job, our CNET experts assembled a selection of thoughtful and practical gifts that will get them ready for their next chapter.
 
Perplexity opens up its Personal Computer AI assistant to all Mac users - Engadget Thu, 07 May 2026 19:22:38 GMT
It's no longer locked a Max subscription. 
 
Mozilla says 271 vulnerabilities found by Mythos have "almost no false positives" - ArsTechnica Thu, 07 May 2026 19:18:16 GMT
The developer of Firefox says it has "completely bought in" on AI-assisted bug discovery.
 
"Chaos Rising" Set Guide: Full Set List, Product Lineup, Store Promos, and More! - PokeBeach - Google Thu, 07 May 2026 19:13:23 GMT
  1. "Chaos Rising" Set Guide: Full Set List, Product Lineup, Store Promos, and More! PokeBeach
  2. See the Full Glory of Froakie, Frogadier, and Mega Greninja ex Pokemon.com
  3. Best Pokémon TCG deal: Chaos Rising ETB is $17 off at Amazon Mashable
  4. Almost All Pokémon TCG: Chaos Rising Cards Leak Early ScreenRant
  5. Mega Greninja ex Special Illustration Rare Has Been Revealed in English Joseph Writer Anderson
 
EU legislators reach a deal to postpone restrictions on high-risk AI until December 2027 and to exempt the use of AI in industrial applications from the AI Act (Pieter Haeck/Politico) - Techmeme Thu, 07 May 2026 19:10:01 GMT

Pieter Haeck / Politico:
EU legislators reach a deal to postpone restrictions on high-risk AI until December 2027 and to exempt the use of AI in industrial applications from the AI Act — Deal marks first significant delay of digital rules amid pressure from the U.S. — Restrictions on high-risk uses …

 
'Power Ballad' Hits the Right Notes With Humor, Heart and Nostalgia - CNET Thu, 07 May 2026 19:00:58 GMT
Review: John Carney's latest film is a lighthearted exploration of fame, ambition and friendship. The music's pretty damn good, too.
 
How ‘Crimson Desert’ beat the critics and became a global hit - The Washington Post - Google Thu, 07 May 2026 19:00:24 GMT
  1. How ‘Crimson Desert’ beat the critics and became a global hit The Washington Post
  2. Crimson Desert Dev Pearl Abyss Explains How It's Able to Update the Game at Such an Astonishing Rate IGN
  3. ‘Crimson Desert’ Just Finished Its Three Month Roadmap In Three Weeks Forbes
  4. Crimson Desert New Rematch and Re-blockade Systems Explained IMDb
  5. Crimson Desert Widely Accepts Ideas From The Community, Rejecting Industry’s Fixation With Roadmaps and “Silicon Valley” Ego Wccftech
 
Half of US Adults Under 50 Get Health Advice From Influencers, Study Shows - CNET Thu, 07 May 2026 18:57:36 GMT
Most health and wellness influencers aren't healthcare professionals, the survey found.
 
While Anthropic will use the Colossus 1 data center, which has a really bad environmental record, xAI retains the larger Colossus 2 for its own AI training (Simon Willison/Simon Willison's Weblog) - Techmeme Thu, 07 May 2026 18:50:02 GMT

Simon Willison / Simon Willison's Weblog:
While Anthropic will use the Colossus 1 data center, which has a really bad environmental record, xAI retains the larger Colossus 2 for its own AI training — There weren't a lot of big new announcements from Anthropic at yesterday's Code w/ Claude event, but the biggest by far …

 
Sources: AirPods with cameras reached an advanced testing stage; the cameras will feed data to Siri to help answer questions, rather than take photos or video (Mark Gurman/Bloomberg) - Techmeme Thu, 07 May 2026 18:45:02 GMT

Mark Gurman / Bloomberg:
Sources: AirPods with cameras reached an advanced testing stage; the cameras will feed data to Siri to help answer questions, rather than take photos or video — Apple Inc. has reached the late stages of development for new AirPods with built-in cameras, a significant milestone for what will likely …

 
Samsung's 2026 Monitors Arrive This Month. Here's How to Score Exclusive Savings on Them at Launch - CNET Thu, 07 May 2026 18:37:00 GMT
We've got all the details on how you can upgrade your monitor without paying full price.
 
New PCPJack worm steals credentials, cleans TeamPCP infections - Bleeping Computer Thu, 07 May 2026 18:35:50 GMT
A new malware framework called PCPJack is stealing credentials from exposed cloud infrastructure while actively removing TeamPCP's access to the systems. [...]
 
Amazon Luna's May lineup includes Guardians of the Galaxy and the Resident Evil 2 remake - Engadget Thu, 07 May 2026 18:35:00 GMT
Prime members can also claim a code for Mafia II: Definitive Edition.
 
Tech Companies Are Freaking Out About RAMageddon - CNET Thu, 07 May 2026 18:31:00 GMT
Memory and chip suppliers are the Roadrunner, we're Wile E. Coyote and shortages are the anvil. Poof.
 
DIY Electrolysis Machine Removes Hair Permanently - Hack a Day Thu, 07 May 2026 18:30:33 GMT
If you talk to the FDA, there’s only one permanent method of hair removal—electrolysis. This involves sticking a needle into a hair follicle, getting it very hot or running a …read more
 
How I Fixed My Webcam Lighting for Zoom Calls (2026) - Wired Thu, 07 May 2026 18:29:54 GMT
I have a horrendous lighting setup in my home office, but as a mixed-use room, my options for fixing it were limited.
 
Valve will open reservations on May 8 for the second wave of Steam Controllers - Engadget Thu, 07 May 2026 18:21:51 GMT
Hopefully fewer of the coveted controllers will be snapped up by bots and resellers this time.
 
Apple’s Camera-Equipped AirPods Reach Late Testing in AI Device Push - Bloomberg.com - Google Thu, 07 May 2026 18:20:31 GMT
  1. Apple’s Camera-Equipped AirPods Reach Late Testing in AI Device Push Bloomberg.com
  2. Apple’s AirPods with cameras for AI are apparently close to production The Verge
  3. Apple hits milestone in development of AirPods with cameras: report 9to5Mac
  4. Apple’s rumored camera-equipped AirPods are for Siri, not for you Macworld
  5. I'm Already Dreading Apple's Camera-Equipped AirPods Engadget
 
OpenAI launches three voice models in the API: GPT-Realtime-2 with GPT-5-class reasoning, GPT-Realtime-Whisper for transcription, and GPT-Realtime-Translate (Zac Hall/9to5Mac) - Techmeme Thu, 07 May 2026 18:20:03 GMT

Zac Hall / 9to5Mac:
OpenAI launches three voice models in the API: GPT-Realtime-2 with GPT-5-class reasoning, GPT-Realtime-Whisper for transcription, and GPT-Realtime-Translate — OpenAI has just released three new realtime voice models that it says will “unlock a new class of voice apps for developers.”

 
Are the $599 MacBook Neo's Days Numbered? - CNET Thu, 07 May 2026 18:17:37 GMT
Apple could kill off the 256GB model amid climbing costs and short supplies.
 
Failed Online Shooter Won’t Shut Down Because ‘Games Are Art And Deserve To Be Preserved’ - Kotaku - Google Thu, 07 May 2026 18:10:58 GMT
  1. Failed Online Shooter Won’t Shut Down Because ‘Games Are Art And Deserve To Be Preserved’ Kotaku
  2. Xbox's Latest Free Game Is A Slick FPS With An Inspired Premise GAMINGbible
  3. Indie dev pulls a reverse-Concord: Makes FPS no one played live forever PC Gamer
  4. The developers kept the Blindfire servers running and made the game free. GameGPU
  5. Blindfire Is Now Free On Xbox Series X|S games.gg
 
OpenAI launches Trusted Contact, an optional safety feature for ChatGPT that lets adult users assign an emergency contact for mental health and safety concerns (Jess Weatherbed/The Verge) - Techmeme Thu, 07 May 2026 18:10:02 GMT

Jess Weatherbed / The Verge:
OpenAI launches Trusted Contact, an optional safety feature for ChatGPT that lets adult users assign an emergency contact for mental health and safety concerns — The feature expands existing teenage safety options to anyone over 18. … OpenAI is launching an optional safety feature …

 
Valve is fighting Steam Controller scalpers with a new reservations system - The Verge - Google Thu, 07 May 2026 18:06:01 GMT
  1. Valve is fighting Steam Controller scalpers with a new reservations system The Verge
  2. Steam Controller scalpers are asking for $300+ on eBay — Valve's $99 controller demands high price as pre-orders sell out almost immediately [Updated] Tom's Hardware
  3. After A Chaotic Launch, Steam Controller Reservations Will Open Tomorrow Game Informer
  4. Valve commits to restocking its Steam Controller after it "ran out faster than we anticipated" | News-in-brief GamesIndustry.biz
  5. Valve Will Open Reservations On May 8 For The Second Wave Of Steam Controllers Engadget
 
Australia warns of ClickFix attacks pushing Vidar Stealer malware - Bleeping Computer Thu, 07 May 2026 18:00:59 GMT
The Australian Cyber Security Center (ACSC) is warning organizations of an ongoing malware campaign using the ClickFix social engineering technique to distribute  the Vidar Stealer info-stealing malware. [...]
 
Congratulations to the Green Powered Challenge Winners! - Hack a Day Thu, 07 May 2026 18:00:18 GMT
For this challenge, we asked you to show off your hacks that power themselves sustainably from the environment around them. After all, nobody likes wires, and changing batteries is just …read more
 
Elon Musk says SpaceX reserves "the right to reclaim the compute" from Anthropic if its "AI engages in actions that harm humanity" (Elon Musk/@elonmusk) - Techmeme Thu, 07 May 2026 17:55:01 GMT

Elon Musk / @elonmusk:
Elon Musk says SpaceX reserves “the right to reclaim the compute” from Anthropic if its “AI engages in actions that harm humanity” — @MobofJoggers @nottombrown Just as SpaceX launches hundreds of satellites for competitors with fair terms and pricing, we will provide compute to AI companies that are taking the right steps to ensure it is good for humanity. We reserve the right to reclaim the compute if their AI engages in actions that

 
Anthropic and Elon Musk Strike Unexpected Data Center Deal - CNET Thu, 07 May 2026 17:54:59 GMT
The Claude maker needs all the computing capacity it can get, and SpaceX's controversial Memphis facility apparently has it.
 
Cozy city builder Town to City leaves early access on May 26 - Engadget Thu, 07 May 2026 17:52:34 GMT
One of the genre's top-rated games is going 1.0 and adding a new map.
 
Filing: OnlyFans owner Leonid Radvinsky's wife assumed significant control of OnlyFans holding company Fenix in March following the death of Radvinsky (Bloomberg) - Techmeme Thu, 07 May 2026 17:35:01 GMT

Bloomberg:
Filing: OnlyFans owner Leonid Radvinsky's wife assumed significant control of OnlyFans holding company Fenix in March following the death of Radvinsky — Leonid Radvinsky's widow has surfaced as a beneficiary of the business empire behind adult-content platform OnlyFans, the latest example of …

 
Samsung is pulling TVs and appliances from China after losing $138 million to local competition - TechSpot Thu, 07 May 2026 17:32:00 GMT

The South Korean technology giant said it will make every effort to minimize the impact for existing customers, and is reviewing its support infrastructure for business partners. The decision won't affect Samsung's other divisions in the region, meaning they will continue to sell products such as smartphones and tablets as...

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Did Microsoft just tease a new Xbox UI? - The Verge - Google Thu, 07 May 2026 17:29:36 GMT
Did Microsoft just tease a new Xbox UI? The VergeSee more headlines & perspectives on Google News
 
The Ploopy Bean is a travel-friendly mouse with a ThinkPad-style nub - Engadget Thu, 07 May 2026 17:05:37 GMT
No trackballs here.
 
Power and vulnerability are at play in Pragmata - AV Club - Google Thu, 07 May 2026 17:03:24 GMT
  1. Power and vulnerability are at play in Pragmata AV Club
  2. Sales of All-New IP PRAGMATA Top Two Million Units in 16 Days! CAPCOM
  3. Capcom is going from strength to strength, and has just shared some adorable new artwork to celebrate Pragmata selling another 1m copies less than a month after its release Eurogamer.net
  4. Pragmata: A Video Game About Fatherhood Just Outsold Every Major Release. Here's Why It's So Popular. Evie Magazine
  5. Review: Pragmata PC Review: Path Tracing Is A Game Changer - And Surprisingly Scalable Digital Foundry
 
AWS unveils Amazon Bedrock AgentCore Payments and partners with Coinbase and Stripe to enable AI agents to execute transactions using stablecoins (RT Watson/The Block) - Techmeme Thu, 07 May 2026 17:00:49 GMT

RT Watson / The Block:
AWS unveils Amazon Bedrock AgentCore Payments and partners with Coinbase and Stripe to enable AI agents to execute transactions using stablecoins — Quick Take — Amazon Web Services has partnered with Coinbase and Stripe to enable AI agents to execute transactions using stablecoins.

 
MIT School of Engineering faculty receive awards in winter 2026 - MIT Thu, 07 May 2026 16:40:00 GMT
Faculty members and researchers were honored in recognition of their scholarship, service, and overall excellence.
 
Open-source project wants to bring stereoscopic 3D gaming back from the dead - TechSpot Thu, 07 May 2026 16:29:00 GMT

The recently unveiled "wiz3D" project is designed to "resurrect" stereoscopic support in older games, allowing them to run with compatible goggles and other stereo display devices. The open-source tool acts as a stereoscopic 3D wrapper, injecting hooks into gaming APIs to generate real-time stereo 3D output on modern Windows systems....

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ChatGPT Has 'Goblin' Mania in the US. In China It Will 'Catch You Steadily' - Wired Thu, 07 May 2026 16:25:48 GMT
OpenAI's chatbot has some weird linguistic tics in Chinese that are driving users crazy.
 
ChatGPT Has 'Goblin' Mania in the US. In China It Will 'Catch You Steadily' - WIRED - Google Thu, 07 May 2026 16:25:00 GMT
  1. ChatGPT Has 'Goblin' Mania in the US. In China It Will 'Catch You Steadily' WIRED
  2. Where the goblins came from OpenAI
  3. ChatGPT has a goblin problem. It’s bigger than an AI quirk. Northeastern Global News
  4. OpenAI Explains Its Goblin and Gremlin Infestation Business Insider
  5. ChatGPT Became So Obsessed With Goblins That OpenAI Had to Intervene WSJ
 
Best Last-Minute Mother’s Day Deals on Mom-Approved Gifts (2026) - Wired Thu, 07 May 2026 16:21:58 GMT
Give Mom the best and save some cash in the process with these legitimate discounts on WIRED-approved gifts.
 
One of DOGE's Young Engineers Is Now Running a Defense Tech Startup - Wired Thu, 07 May 2026 16:21:08 GMT
In an email viewed by WIRED, Ethan Shaotran describes Blitz Industries as “a defense company backed by big names.”
 
Meta challenges Ofcom in UK High Court over the Online Safety Act, which calculates levies based on global, not UK, revenue, in a case scheduled for October (Sam Tobin/Reuters) - Techmeme Thu, 07 May 2026 16:20:01 GMT

Sam Tobin / Reuters:
Meta challenges Ofcom in UK High Court over the Online Safety Act, which calculates levies based on global, not UK, revenue, in a case scheduled for October — Facebook and Instagram owner Meta (META.O) is challenging Britain's media regulator Ofcom over how fees and penalties under …

 
Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced Accessibility Spotlight - Ubisoft - Google Thu, 07 May 2026 16:08:36 GMT
  1. Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced Accessibility Spotlight Ubisoft
  2. Ubisoft Details Assassin's Creed: Black Flag Resynced New Accessibility Options Kotaku
  3. Black Flag Resynced is fixing one big thing wrong with Assassin's Creed Polygon.com
  4. Everything You Need to Know About Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced GameTyrant
  5. AC Black Flag Remake Basically Lets You Become Aquaman GameSpot
 
Crunchyroll Streaming Deal: Get a Fan Subscription for $2 Per Month for 3 Months - CNET Thu, 07 May 2026 16:00:49 GMT
New and returning subscribers can snag the offer.
 
Inside the return of Xbox - The Verge - Google Thu, 07 May 2026 16:00:00 GMT
  1. Inside the return of Xbox The Verge
  2. Microsoft Xbox CEO overhauls leadership amid sinking sales: 'We need to evolve how we work' CNBC
  3. Microsoft Cuts Copilot Bloat The Information
  4. Microsoft’s new Xbox chief nixes Gaming Copilot for mobile and console, shakes up leadership GeekWire
  5. Fan-Favourite Xbox CEO Brings is Killing Copilot for Xbox – and Gamers Are in Awe extremetech.com
 
Nova Intelligence, which is building agentic AI for SAP ahead of a 2030 migration, raised a $31.5M Series A led by Chemistry, taking its total funding to $40M+ (Lily Mae Lazarus/Fortune) - Techmeme Thu, 07 May 2026 15:50:00 GMT

Lily Mae Lazarus / Fortune:
Nova Intelligence, which is building agentic AI for SAP ahead of a 2030 migration, raised a $31.5M Series A led by Chemistry, taking its total funding to $40M+ — An estimated 77% of the world's transactions touch an SAP system at some point. And most of that code is decades old …

 
Star Fox remake hits Switch 2 on June 25 with 4v4 battle mode and iconic maps - TechSpot Thu, 07 May 2026 15:46:00 GMT

The official announcement came on Wednesday via a dedicated Nintendo Direct livestream. Star Fox (2026) will launch on June 25 on the Switch 2, marking at least the fifth time the classic title has been remade or remastered by Nintendo over the past three decades.

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iOS 26.5: Five new iPhone features are coming next week - 9to5Mac - Google Thu, 07 May 2026 15:41:00 GMT
  1. iOS 26.5: Five new iPhone features are coming next week 9to5Mac
  2. iOS 26.5 to Introduce Encrypted RCS, Maps Changes, and New EU Features TechRepublic
  3. Encrypted RCS between Android and iPhone launching with iOS 26.5 9to5Google
  4. RCS Encryption Ready to Rollout Between iPhones and Android Droid Life
  5. iOS 26.5 arrives soon. Here are the new features to know. Mashable
 
Aliens: Fireteam Elite 2 announced for PS5, Xbox Series, and PC - Gematsu - Google Thu, 07 May 2026 15:36:14 GMT
  1. Aliens: Fireteam Elite 2 announced for PS5, Xbox Series, and PC Gematsu
  2. Aliens: Fireteam Elite 2 Announced; Adds Fourth Player to the Xenomorph-Blasting PvE Fun IGN
  3. Aliens: Fireteam Elite 2 Revealed, And You Can Almost Hear The Motion Tracker Already GameSpot
  4. First Details, Trailer & PC Requirements for Aliens: Fireteam Elite 2 DSOGaming
  5. Aliens: Fireteam Elite 2 will be officially unveiled this Wednesday, May 7 Instant Gaming News
 
Teenage Engineering just released a stereo mixer that physically connects to its EP-series samplers - Engadget Thu, 07 May 2026 15:33:45 GMT
It can control just about everything you plug into it and operates as an audio interface.
 
Diabetes Detection Needs Better Tools. They’re on the Way - Wired Thu, 07 May 2026 15:32:45 GMT
Blood glucose levels can be a reliable indicator of diabetes risk. But in some populations, it's not enough to catch the disease early.
 
Wigglegrams with a Pinhole Camera - Hack a Day Thu, 07 May 2026 15:30:42 GMT
A pinhole camera is almost a rite of passage in photography, given that you can make one so easily with little more than a cardboard box and enough tape to …read more
 
Samsung One UI 8.5 Release Date Confirmed: Is Your Galaxy On The List? - Forbes - Google Thu, 07 May 2026 15:28:48 GMT
  1. Samsung One UI 8.5 Release Date Confirmed: Is Your Galaxy On The List? Forbes
  2. Samsung’s One UI 8.5 Official Rollout Starts May 6 samsung.com
  3. Samsung's Next Big Android Update Is Out Now. Here Are the Phones That Will Get It PCMag
  4. The 5 Biggest New Features One UI 8.5 Added To Galaxy Phones bgr.com
  5. Samsung did the unbelievable, after half a damn year SamMobile
 
Ivanti warns of new EPMM flaw exploited in zero-day attacks - Bleeping Computer Thu, 07 May 2026 15:20:51 GMT
Ivanti warned customers today to patch a high-severity remote code execution vulnerability in Endpoint Manager Mobile (EPMM) exploited in zero-day attacks. [...]
 
Celebrating dorm-to-market social entrepreneurship at MIT - MIT Thu, 07 May 2026 15:20:00 GMT
At the 25th IDEAS Social Innovation Incubator Showcase and Awards, 21 student-led ventures joined 1,200 alumni-led ventures tackling the world’s most pressing problems through social entrepreneurship.
 
Google unveils Whoop-like screenless Fitbit Air - TechCrunch - Google Thu, 07 May 2026 15:17:38 GMT
  1. Google unveils Whoop-like screenless Fitbit Air TechCrunch
  2. Introducing the all-new Fitbit Air blog.google
  3. 'Google Health' Is Back as Fitbit App Rebrands for New Tracker PCMag
  4. Google’s plan to win the AI health race? Play nice with Apple and other rivals CNN
  5. Fitbit Air First Impressions: Google's New Fitness Tracker Has a Built-In Coach CNET
 
2026 World Video Game Hall of Fame winners announced - Nintendo Everything - Google Thu, 07 May 2026 15:05:57 GMT
  1. 2026 World Video Game Hall of Fame winners announced Nintendo Everything
  2. Angry Birds, FIFA among World Video Game Hall of Fame's new inductees 13wham.com
  3. ‘Angry Birds’ Inducted Into World Video Game Hall of Fame Variety
  4. See which games were inducted into Strong Museum’s World Video Game Hall of Fame WHEC.com
  5. Angry Birds And FIFA International Soccer Join The World Video Game Hall Of Fame Engadget
 
Apple’s $599 MacBook Neo could be at risk from rising RAM prices - The Verge - Google Thu, 07 May 2026 15:05:37 GMT
  1. Apple’s $599 MacBook Neo could be at risk from rising RAM prices The Verge
  2. Report: Apple kicks off new run of A18 Pro chips as MacBook Neo demand exceeds expectations 9to5Mac
  3. MacBook Neo Could Get New Colors to Cushion Potential Price Hike MacRumors
  4. Apple’s $299 Secret: How the Mac Neo Could Finally Kill the Budget PC Geeky Gadgets
  5. Are the $599 MacBook Neo's Days Numbered? CNET
 
Project Mariner is dead, but Google's browser-controlling AI plans are not - TechSpot Thu, 07 May 2026 15:03:00 GMT

Google first announced Project Mariner back in December 2024. An extension for an experimental build of Chrome, Mariner could execute multi-step commands to browse websites, use Google search, retrieve specified information, go shopping, and more. Google positioned the agent as assisting with tasks that are usually tedious for humans.

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Apple Watch now available with discounted education pricing in select markets - 9to5Mac - Google Thu, 07 May 2026 15:03:00 GMT
Apple Watch now available with discounted education pricing in select markets 9to5Mac
 
Spotify now lets AI agents like OpenClaw generate personal podcasts - Engadget Thu, 07 May 2026 14:55:24 GMT
Rejoice, nerds.
 
Rethinking how our brains use categories to make sense of the world - MIT Thu, 07 May 2026 14:55:00 GMT
Researchers propose a challenge to the traditional view of how the brain uses its ability to categorize.
 
Qualcomm reveals two new affordable phone chips with Smooth Motion UI tech - Engadget Thu, 07 May 2026 14:52:25 GMT
The Snapdragon 6 Gen 5 promises next-gen AI camera features while the Snapdragon 4 Gen 5 offers a big boost in GPU performance.
 
AMD's next Epyc server chip debuts this year with 256 cores and 70% better performance - TechSpot Thu, 07 May 2026 14:31:00 GMT

During an investor call following the release of AMD's first-quarter 2026 earnings, CEO Lisa Su confirmed that the Epyc Venice processors remain on schedule for launch later this year. The server CPUs will mark the debut of the Zen 6 architecture and AMD's first move to TSMC's 2nm process technology.

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Angry Birds and FIFA International Soccer join the World Video Game Hall of Fame - Engadget Thu, 07 May 2026 14:30:00 GMT
Silent Hill and Dragon Quest round out the class of 2026.
 
Spotify's AI-powered personal DJ expands to more languages and countries - Engadget Thu, 07 May 2026 14:27:24 GMT
Premium users in more than 75 markets will now have access to it.
 
Civilization 7's huge 'Test of Time' update arrives this month, and it's full of deep changes to the divisive 4X game - Eurogamer.net - Google Thu, 07 May 2026 14:24:08 GMT
  1. Civilization 7's huge 'Test of Time' update arrives this month, and it's full of deep changes to the divisive 4X game Eurogamer.net
  2. Civilization VII Test of Time Update Detailed IGN
  3. Civ 7 'Got It Wrong' As It Ditches Its Most Controversial Mechanic Kotaku
  4. Firaxis Announces Civilization VII's Test of Time Update for May 19 TechPowerUp
  5. ‘We got it wrong’ with Civilization VII, says boss, as major update announced Video Games Chronicle
 
OpenClaw and Claude can put your AI-generated podcasts in Spotify - The Verge - Google Thu, 07 May 2026 14:15:40 GMT
  1. OpenClaw and Claude can put your AI-generated podcasts in Spotify The Verge
  2. Save Your Personal Podcast to Spotify and Listen Anywhere Spotify
  3. Spotify wants to become the home for AI-generated personal audio TechCrunch
  4. Spotify CLI Turns Personalized Audio into a Podcast Feed MacStories
  5. Spotify can now save 'Personal Podcasts' with your calendar and more using AI agents [Video] 9to5Google
 
Boost Your Nightclub's Popularity and Bring in Doubled Daily Income - Rockstar Games - Google Thu, 07 May 2026 14:05:33 GMT
  1. Boost Your Nightclub's Popularity and Bring in Doubled Daily Income Rockstar Games
  2. New GTA Online Update Confirmed By Rockstar With New Content And Big Changes RockstarINTEL
  3. Execute Old School Hits in the First Featured Community Mission Rockstar Games
  4. GTA Online Nightclub Bonuses Update & Patch Notes—2X GTA$, RP & More Insider Gaming
  5. GTA 5 Drops Hefty Free Gift For Players As End Of An Era Nears GAMINGbible
 
AI meets accessibility in this year’s Swift Student Challenge - Apple - Google Thu, 07 May 2026 14:04:27 GMT
  1. AI meets accessibility in this year’s Swift Student Challenge Apple
  2. WWDC 2026 is a Month Away: Apple Highlights 'Distinguished Winners' MacRumors
  3. Apple highlights four Swift Student Challenge apps ahead of WWDC 2026 9to5Mac
  4. Apple Showcases Swift AI Winners Driving Accessibility blockchain.news
  5. A Look at Apple’s 2026 Swift Student Challenge Winners MacStories
 
The Browser Is Breaking Your DLP: How Data Slips Past Modern Controls - Bleeping Computer Thu, 07 May 2026 14:01:11 GMT
Your security controls aren't failing, they're missing where most of today's work actually happens. Keep Aware shows how browser activity like copy/paste and AI prompts bypass traditional protections. [...]
 
Google's Biggest Health Announcements: New Fitbit Air, Goodbye Fitbit App and Hello 'Coach' - CNET Thu, 07 May 2026 14:01:00 GMT
The Fitbit name is fading. Here's what Google is replacing it with and what it means for you.
 
The Fitbit Air's Minimal Design Is Hiding a Bigger Strategy - CNET Thu, 07 May 2026 14:01:00 GMT
Google's $99 Whoop rival is less about the band and more about the AI coach behind it.
 
Google unveils screenless Fitbit Air and Google Health app to replace Fitbit - ArsTechnica Thu, 07 May 2026 14:00:50 GMT
The $100 Fitbit Air is available for preorder today.
 
There’s More to Global Positioning than Just GPS - Hack a Day Thu, 07 May 2026 14:00:11 GMT
The Global Positioning System (GPS) was developed by the United States military in the 1970s, but it wasn’t long before civilians all over the planet started using it. By the …read more
 
The survival horror game Hollowbody launches for PS5 and Xbox Series X/S on June 5 - Engadget Thu, 07 May 2026 14:00:00 GMT
The well-received title was developed by a single person.
 
The Google Fitbit Air is an AI-infused take on Whoop wearables - Engadget Thu, 07 May 2026 14:00:00 GMT
It's basically a small Fitbit Inspire without a strap.
 
Google Health Coach Wants to Provide the Most Personalized AI Wellness Experience Yet - CNET Thu, 07 May 2026 14:00:00 GMT
Google Health’s AI coach gets a revamp along with the latest app rebrand.
 
RIP Fitbit App. Not Just a New Name, New Features Too - CNET Thu, 07 May 2026 14:00:00 GMT
Fitbit app users can expect a redesign and rebranding, with a new name and interface. Users will also gain the ability to upload medical records and more.
 
Google is turning the Fitbit app into a unified portal for your health and fitness data - Engadget Thu, 07 May 2026 14:00:00 GMT
The new Health app is rolling out on May 19.
 
Google Is Rebranding the Fitbit App to ‘Google Health’ - Wired Thu, 07 May 2026 14:00:00 GMT
Google is sunsetting Google Fit by year’s end. While Fitbit remains very much alive, the rebranded Google Health app is your one-stop shop for all things health and fitness.
 
Google Ditches the Screen With the New Fitbit Air (2026) - Wired Thu, 07 May 2026 14:00:00 GMT
Powered by Gemini and designed around simplicity, the new Fitbit Air could finally give the screenless fitness tracker market a compelling alternative to Whoop.
 
BioShock 4 ‘Wasted A Lot Of Time And Money’ On Dead Ends, But Take-Two Boss Is ‘Feeling A Lot Better’ About It Now - Kotaku - Google Thu, 07 May 2026 13:57:21 GMT
  1. BioShock 4 ‘Wasted A Lot Of Time And Money’ On Dead Ends, But Take-Two Boss Is ‘Feeling A Lot Better’ About It Now Kotaku
  2. BioShock 4 Lost Years Chasing "Dead Ends," Says Take-Two CEO GameSpot
  3. Take-Two boss Strauss Zelnick is as "deeply disappointed" as players at the absence of a new BioShock Eurogamer.net
  4. Take-Two CEO ‘feeling a lot better’ about next Bioshock game after recent changes KitGuru
  5. BioShock 4 Gets Official Update After Years Of Waiting ScreenRant
 
Community Painting – The Red Terror burrows into our hearts - Warhammer Community - Google Thu, 07 May 2026 13:56:56 GMT
  1. Community Painting – The Red Terror burrows into our hearts Warhammer Community
  2. NEW 'WARHAMMER 40,000: KILL TEAM' HEADS TO PREORDER ICv2
  3. Warhammer 40K: The Tyranid Red Terror Returns! Bell of Lost Souls
  4. How do you kill a tank-sized monster in Kill Team? Warhammer Community
  5. Warhammer 40k Kill Team gets game-changing boss monsters in new preview wargamer.com
 
RIP social media. What comes next is messy. - ArsTechnica Thu, 07 May 2026 13:51:50 GMT
As social media splinters, how can we keep the new online spaces from devolving into toxic pits of despair?
 
SpaceX will help power Claude with 220,000 Nvidia GPUs despite Elon's attacks on Anthropic - TechSpot Thu, 07 May 2026 13:49:00 GMT

SpaceXAI, the combined company formed after SpaceX absorbed xAI earlier this year, announced that Anthropic will use compute capacity from Colossus 1, the Memphis data center Musk has repeatedly described as one of the world's largest AI supercomputers. The site offers more than 300 megawatts of new capacity and over...

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Americans sentenced for running 'laptop farms' for North Korea - Bleeping Computer Thu, 07 May 2026 13:45:48 GMT
Two U.S. nationals were sentenced to 18 months in prison each for operating so-called laptop farms that helped North Korean IT workers fraudulently obtain remote employment at nearly 70 American companies. [...]
 
Gen Z is turning subscriptions into short-term rentals for shows, movies, and games - TechSpot Thu, 07 May 2026 13:15:00 GMT

One of the clearest signals in the data is how Gen Z approaches streaming. The report finds that 59% of users in that group subscribe to and unsubscribe from platforms specifically to watch a single show or film. In effect, streaming subscriptions have become temporary access points rather than ongoing...

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Elon Musk tried to hire OpenAI founders to start AI unit inside Tesla - ArsTechnica Thu, 07 May 2026 13:14:01 GMT
Musk was “prepared to do the for-profit, provided he would get control.”
 
Star Fox 64 Remake For Switch 2 Announced, Arrives Next Month - Digital Foundry - Google Thu, 07 May 2026 13:14:00 GMT
  1. Star Fox 64 Remake For Switch 2 Announced, Arrives Next Month Digital Foundry
  2. Star Fox Direct sees Fox McCloud and crew prepare for liftoff on Nintendo Switch 2 June 25 nintendo.com
  3. Surprise! Nintendo's StarFox Remake Hits Switch 2 on June 25 CNET
  4. Nintendo's new Star Fox game is actually the fifth Star Fox 64 remake Polygon.com
  5. Nintendo announces a new Star Fox for the Switch 2 The Verge
 
The Apple Watch Series 12 Is Rumored to Revive a Retired iPhone Feature - CNET Thu, 07 May 2026 13:01:30 GMT
Rumors point to a biometric sensor that has nothing to do with health tracking. Here's everything we've heard about Apple's next smartwatch.
 
Pennsylvania Sues Character.AI, Alleging Chatbots Posed as Doctors - CNET Thu, 07 May 2026 13:01:28 GMT
The state says one chatbot even presented an invalid Pennsylvania medical license number.
 
Operation Fake Mustache: Kids Bypass UK's Digital Age Barriers - CNET Thu, 07 May 2026 13:01:27 GMT
Kids used to draw on their faces for fun. Now, they're doing it so they can play Roblox.
 
GameStop CEO Accused Of Auctioning Off History From The Game Informer Vault As Part Of His eBay Acquisition Stunt - Kotaku - Google Thu, 07 May 2026 13:01:16 GMT
GameStop CEO Accused Of Auctioning Off History From The Game Informer Vault As Part Of His eBay Acquisition Stunt Kotaku
 
40 of the Best Movies on Netflix You Should Stream Now - CNET Thu, 07 May 2026 13:01:01 GMT
A batch of entertaining classics, including Tootsie, Pretty Woman and Ghostbusters, are now streaming on Netflix.
 
Tribit Stormbox Micro 3 Review: Shockingly Impressive Bluetooth Speaker for the Money - CNET Thu, 07 May 2026 13:01:00 GMT
As far as ultracompact Bluetooth speakers go, the $60 Stormbox Micro 3 measures up well to Bose's twice-as-expensive SoundLink Micro (2nd Gen) and earns CNET Editors' Choice honors.
 
PCIe has doubled bandwidth every generation for two decades, PCIe 8.0 is on track to do it again at 1TB/s - TechSpot Thu, 07 May 2026 12:44:00 GMT

Manufacturers can now review the 0.5 draft specification for PCIe 8.0. The spec aims to increase bandwidth significantly while reducing power consumption.

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PS5, PS4 Getting Reboot of Acclaimed PSP, PS3 Sci-Fi Game - PlayStation LifeStyle - Google Thu, 07 May 2026 12:33:40 GMT
  1. PS5, PS4 Getting Reboot of Acclaimed PSP, PS3 Sci-Fi Game PlayStation LifeStyle
  2. STEINS;GATE RE:BOOT Game Dated for August 20, Opening Movie Released Crunchyroll
  3. Steins;Gate Re:Boot announced for Nintendo Switch 2, and Switch in Japan Nintendo Everything
  4. Former Xbox 360 Exclusive Steins;Gate Is Getting A 'Re:Boot' For Series X|S Pure Xbox
  5. Remake of 2009 Xbox 360 Exclusive Game Announces August Release Date comicbook.com
 
Crypto gang member gets 6.5 years for role in $230 million heist - Bleeping Computer Thu, 07 May 2026 12:11:53 GMT
A 20-year-old California man was sentenced to 78 months in prison for serving as a home invader and money launderer in a criminal ring that stole over $250 million in cryptocurrency. [...]
 
Sleep Number ComfortNext Lux Smart Bed: Redefining Support - Wired Thu, 07 May 2026 12:07:00 GMT
Sleep Number’s new model leans plush, but its smart support might convert even die-hard firmness fans.
 
Nintendo is selling the Switch 2 at a loss, so investors are asking for a hefty price hike - TechSpot Thu, 07 May 2026 12:03:00 GMT

Bloomberg notes that apart from a brief uplift in March when Pokémon Pokopia launched, Nintendo's stock price has been on a downward trajectory this year. It started 2026 at $68.15 but is currently at $47.38, a fall of more than 30%.

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Taycan Turbo GT with Manthey Kit sets new record with a time of 06:55.533 minutes - Porsche Newsroom - Google Thu, 07 May 2026 12:02:31 GMT
  1. Taycan Turbo GT with Manthey Kit sets new record with a time of 06:55.533 minutes Porsche Newsroom
  2. The Porsche Taycan Turbo GT Is 12 Seconds Faster Around the Nürburgring with the New Manthey Kit Car and Driver
  3. New Nordschleife record for production electric vehicles: Taycan leads the way again Porsche Newsroom
  4. Porsche Just Stole Back the Nurburgring EV Record With a Third of the Power: TDS The Drive
  5. Xiaomi’s SU7 Ultra Held The EV Nurburgring Crown, Until Porsche Wanted It Back Carscoops
 
Yes, You Can Take Beautiful Photos of the Aurora With Your Phone - CNET Thu, 07 May 2026 12:00:59 GMT
These are the tips and tricks I use as a pro photographer to take aurora photos with my phone or camera.
 
Does Tech Actually Suck Now or Have I Just Become a Grumpy Old Man? - CNET Thu, 07 May 2026 12:00:41 GMT
Commentary: I'm 38 now, and my tolerance for annoying tech is getting slimmer by the day.
 
Webinar: Why modern attacks require both security and recovery - Bleeping Computer Thu, 07 May 2026 12:00:08 GMT
Modern attacks don't stop at initial compromise. This webinar explores why security and recovery must work together to reduce downtime and improve resilience. [...]
 
Is your Porsche Taycan too slow at the Nürburgring? You need this Manthey Kit. - ArsTechnica Thu, 07 May 2026 12:00:01 GMT
Nordschleife-specialist Manthey has developed an upgrade package for the Porsche EV.
 
DJI's Osmo Mobile 8P gimbal has a detachable screen remote - Engadget Thu, 07 May 2026 12:00:00 GMT
It makes it easier to record yourself from afar with the higher-quality rear cameras.
 
HP EliteBoard G1a review: It's a desktop in a keyboard! But it's not for you - Engadget Thu, 07 May 2026 12:00:00 GMT
The EliteBoard sure will make some IT managers out there happy, though.
 
The Pixel 11 series isn't out yet but we already have our first leak for Pixel 12 chip - Android Authority - Google Thu, 07 May 2026 11:39:08 GMT
  1. The Pixel 11 series isn't out yet but we already have our first leak for Pixel 12 chip Android Authority
  2. Google’s new face unlock hardware reportedly not debuting in Pixel 11 after all 9to5Google
  3. Pixel 11 Pro and Pixel 11 Pro XL leak with improved cameras and 'Pixel Glow' RGB LEDs Android Authority
  4. Google Pixel 11 Rumored to Come With a Better Camera, but Less RAM CNET
  5. Pixel 11 Leak: Tensor G6, 50MP Base Cam, and Nothing-inspired "Pixel Glow" Yanko Design
 
Best Printers for Any Home-Office Need (2026): Brother, HP, and More - Wired Thu, 07 May 2026 11:33:00 GMT
Need to print labels, stickers, stacks of pages, color photos, or even a textured mug? I tested the best home printers, including ink-tank, cartridge, and laser options.
 
Ensuring Fair Play - ARC Raiders - Google Thu, 07 May 2026 11:30:08 GMT
  1. Ensuring Fair Play ARC Raiders
  2. Embark are testing kernel-level anti-cheat in Arc Raiders to help put a stop to its ongoing cheating problem Rock Paper Shotgun
  3. Arc Raiders Details Anti-Cheat Practices Simulation Daily
  4. Arc Raiders Devs Is Finally Addressing The Cheater Problem Plaguing the Game Beebom
  5. ARC Raiders Shares New Anti-Cheat Update Amid Growing Player Concerns GameRant
 
Best Bug Spray (2026), Tested and Reviewed - Wired Thu, 07 May 2026 11:30:00 GMT
Our writer tried some of the most popular insect repellents during runs, hikes, and evening walks. These are the ones we recommend.
 
Image generation is now the feature that moves the needle for AI apps - TechSpot Thu, 07 May 2026 11:15:00 GMT

This reflects a shift from earlier phases of the AI boom, when advances in conversational models and features like voice drove adoption. Those improvements still matter, but they no longer spark the same immediate interest as tools that generate visual content.

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LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight May Be the First PC Game to Require FrameGen Just for 30 FPS - Wccftech - Google Thu, 07 May 2026 11:10:00 GMT
  1. LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight May Be the First PC Game to Require FrameGen Just for 30 FPS Wccftech
  2. Legacy of the Dark Knight's Launch Trailer Is Set To Kiss From A Rose Game Informer
  3. Lego Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight Looks Like It Needs Frame Gen to Run Well, and That's a Bad Thing IGN
  4. New Lego Batman Needle-Drops Kiss From A Rose, Giving Batman Forever The Respect It Deserves GameSpot
  5. New LEGO BATMAN Game References Infamous Michael Caine Tweet Yahoo
 
University of Utah’s TRIGA Research Reactor Set to Produce Electricity - Hack a Day Thu, 07 May 2026 11:00:25 GMT
Research reactors come in many forms and sizes, with the TRIGA class being commonly found at universities. The TRIGA reactor at the University of Utah was installed in 1975, and …read more
 
Former NASA chief takes helm of national security space firm - ArsTechnica Thu, 07 May 2026 11:00:17 GMT
"The spacecraft can also be refueled, and it can refuel others."
 
This Reggae Band Is in a Nightmare Battle Against AI Slop Remixes - Wired Thu, 07 May 2026 11:00:00 GMT
When Stick Figure’s seven-year-old song shot up the charts, the band was thrilled. But its viral moment was spurred by unauthorized AI remixes.
 
Thousands of Vibe-Coded Apps Expose Corporate and Personal Data on the Open Web - Wired Thu, 07 May 2026 11:00:00 GMT
Companies like Lovable, Base44, Replit, and Netlify use AI to let anyone build a web app in seconds—and in thousands of cases, spill highly sensitive data onto the public internet.
 
Palo Alto Networks firewall zero-day exploited for nearly a month - Bleeping Computer Thu, 07 May 2026 10:57:59 GMT
Palo Alto Networks warned customers that suspected state-sponsored hackers have been exploiting a critical-severity PAN-OS firewall zero-day vulnerability for nearly a month. [...]
 
Best Point-and-Shoot Camera for 2026 - CNET Thu, 07 May 2026 10:35:00 GMT
I tested the current crop of compact cameras for travel, wildlife, underwater, better-than-your-phone shots and more.
 
11 Best Sunscreens, WIRED Tested and Reviewed - Wired Thu, 07 May 2026 10:30:00 GMT
We put 36 sunscreens to the test during summer hikes, spring ski days, and beachside hangs. Out of all the mineral, chemical, and spray varieties we tried, these are our top picks.
 
Bottom G Wants You to Know He’s More Than Just ‘Gay Andrew Tate’ - Wired Thu, 07 May 2026 10:30:00 GMT
Brian Michael Hinds found accidental internet fame through a resemblance to the controversial manosphere figure. He’s still wrestling with what to do with it.
 
A student halted multiple Taiwan bullet trains by spoofing the rail network's emergency radio signals - TechSpot Thu, 07 May 2026 10:19:00 GMT

Taiwan High Speed Rail (THSR) told local media that on April 5, a 48-minute stoppage affected four trains – though some outlets say it was three trains. The disruption was caused by a General Alarm signal that triggered emergency response protocols instructing the trains to stop manually.

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Google Chrome Just Silently Installed A 4GB AI Model On Your Device - Here's How To Remove It - bgr.com - Google Thu, 07 May 2026 10:17:00 GMT
  1. Google Chrome Just Silently Installed A 4GB AI Model On Your Device - Here's How To Remove It bgr.com
  2. You Can Disable Gemini in Chrome if It’s Freaking You Out WIRED
  3. Google Chrome Might Have Installed an AI Model Onto Your Device Without You Knowing CNET
  4. Is Chrome's 4GB 'weights.bin' file spyware? Google clarifies (Updated) Android Authority
  5. Chrome silently installs a 4 GB local LLM on your computer The Register
 
Fake Claude AI website delivers new 'Beagle' Windows malware - Bleeping Computer Thu, 07 May 2026 10:02:35 GMT
A fake version for the Claude AI website offers a malicious Claude-Pro Relay download that pushes a previously undocumented backdoor for Windows named Beagle. [...]
 
Reddit Is Blocking Some Users From Its Mobile Website. Here's How to Get In - CNET Thu, 07 May 2026 10:00:57 GMT
The company says it's a limited test on a small set of users who frequently browse the site without logging in. There may be ways around it.
 
There Is No Evidence the Trump Assassination Attempts Were Staged. People Still Believe They Were - Wired Thu, 07 May 2026 10:00:00 GMT
Elements of the right and the left are united in the baseless belief that two attempts on Donald Trump's life were staged.
 
Everyone Should Travel With a Pair of Cheap Wired Headphones (2026) - Wired Thu, 07 May 2026 09:31:00 GMT
Admit it: It’s inevitable you will forget to charge your Bluetooth pair.
 
Photonics advance could enable compact, high-performance lidar sensors - MIT Thu, 07 May 2026 09:00:00 GMT
With a novel design, MIT researchers overcame a stubborn problem that has limited the effectiveness of chip-based systems for lidar.
 
RGG's Stranger Than Heaven game arrives this winter - Engadget Thu, 07 May 2026 08:53:09 GMT
The game, from the creators of Yakuza, will focus on the founder of the Tojo clan.
 
Samsung says its Galaxy Watch can predict fainting with 'high accuracy' - Engadget Thu, 07 May 2026 08:10:44 GMT
The feature would allow users to get into a safe position or call for help.
 
This Az-El Mount Is Worth Following - Hack a Day Thu, 07 May 2026 08:00:49 GMT
Communication with satellites often involves the use of high-gain directional antennas coupled with careful positioning to find and track the target. With a geostationary satellite the mount is either fixed …read more
 
Steam Controller sells out in 30 minutes as scalpers push prices to $300 - TechSpot Thu, 07 May 2026 07:14:00 GMT

Update (May 7): Valve has announced a new reservation system for the Steam Controller following the chaotic launch earlier this week, admitting that "the experience for a lot of you trying to buy it was incredibly frustrating." Beginning May 8 at 10am Pacific, users will be able to join a...

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How To Better Enjoy VR on Linux - Hack a Day Thu, 07 May 2026 05:00:04 GMT
Linux folks are used to having to roll many of their own solutions, and better Linux desktop usability is a goal of the WayVR project, which aims to provide desktop …read more
 
Vimeo Promo Code: 40% Off This May 2026 - Wired Thu, 07 May 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Enjoy 25% off a membership, 40% off, plus an additional 10% off annual plans, and more deals to save at Vimeo.
 
Walmart Promo Codes: 65% Off - Wired Thu, 07 May 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Score $10 off with our Walmart promo codes and coupon, and shop flash deals up to 65% off today.
 
Groupon Promo Codes: 60% Off in May 2026 - Wired Thu, 07 May 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Unlock up to 60% off, 40% off packages, and 20% off with top Groupon coupon codes. Explore coupons to save extra on travel getaways, holiday gifts, spa days, and event tickets.
 
HP Discount Codes: 60% Off May 2026 - Wired Thu, 07 May 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Save up to 60%, plus an extra 20% with HP promo codes for laptops, printers, PCs, and more tech.
 
Target Promo Code: $50 Off | May 2026 - Wired Thu, 07 May 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Get $50 off your next order or up to 50% off site wide with Target coupon codes and Circle deals.
 
Womanizer Coupons: Save 15% in May - Wired Thu, 07 May 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Save on the Womanizer Duo Premium and more with our latest Womanizer discount codes.
 
AT&T Promo Codes and Bundle Deals: Save $50 in May - Wired Thu, 07 May 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Whether you’re looking to upgrade your internet or get the latest phone, we’ve got you covered with our selection of AT&T coupons and deals.
 
Maytag Promo Codes: 15% Off Appliances - Wired Thu, 07 May 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Upgrade your home for less with these verified Maytag discount codes, military savings, and limited-time closeout offers on washers, dryers, and more.
 
'Man in smart glasses filmed me in London then told me to pay' - BBC - Google Thu, 07 May 2026 04:57:42 GMT
  1. 'Man in smart glasses filmed me in London then told me to pay' BBC
  2. Extortion Using Smart Glasses Is a Thing Now Gizmodo
  3. Smart glassholes add extortion to their harassment playbook. The Verge
  4. The smartglasses privacy situation just keeps getting worse Android Police
  5. Woman blackmailed with footage filmed using smart glasses, BBC reports Tech Digest
 
‘Turn It Off’—Google Starts Scanning Your Gmail As Update Goes Live - Forbes - Google Thu, 07 May 2026 04:40:00 GMT
‘Turn It Off’—Google Starts Scanning Your Gmail As Update Goes Live ForbesSee more headlines & perspectives on Google News
 
Nikon is developing the NIKKOR Z 120-300mm f/2.8 TC VR S, a telephoto zoom lens with a built-in 1.4x teleconverter - Nikon - Google Thu, 07 May 2026 04:04:26 GMT
  1. Nikon is developing the NIKKOR Z 120-300mm f/2.8 TC VR S, a telephoto zoom lens with a built-in 1.4x teleconverter Nikon
  2. Nikon Announces Development of Its Most Anticipated Zoom The Phoblographer
  3. Nikon NIKKOR Z 120-300mm f/2.8 TC VR S with built-in 1.4x teleconverter Newsshooter
  4. Nikon Developing New NIKKOR Z 120-300mm F2.8 Teleconverter Zoom Lens; Learn More Info at B&H Morningstar
  5. Nikon is Developing a 120-300mm f/2.8 S with a 1.4x Teleconverter PetaPixel
 
Google Chrome 148 Released with Fix for 127 Security Vulnerabilities - Update Now! - CyberSecurityNews - Google Thu, 07 May 2026 04:02:42 GMT
  1. Google Chrome 148 Released with Fix for 127 Security Vulnerabilities - Update Now! CyberSecurityNews
  2. Google Chrome Update Alert For All Users—4 Critical Vulnerabilities Forbes
  3. Google Chrome 148 stable version released, Gemini Nano integrated into the browser and usable from websites. GIGAZINE
  4. Chrome 147, Firefox 150 Security Updates Rolling Out SecurityWeek
  5. Google fixes super-secret 8th Chrome 0-day The Register
 
Study: Firms often use automation to control certain workers’ wages - MIT Thu, 07 May 2026 04:00:00 GMT
MIT economists found US companies tend to target employees earning a “wage premium,” which increases inequality but not necessarily productivity.
 
Samsung’s Finder and Now Brief are improving in One UI 9 - Sammy Fans - Google Thu, 07 May 2026 03:51:28 GMT
  1. Samsung’s Finder and Now Brief are improving in One UI 9 Sammy Fans
  2. The first One UI 9 beta for the Galaxy S26 may land soon Android Police
  3. One UI 8.5 isn't done yet, but Samsung is already testing One UI 9: Here's everything we know so far PhoneArena
  4. First One UI 9.5 leak surfaces with One UI 8.5 rollout just kicking off and One UI 9.0 still in the wind SamMobile
  5. One UI 9: Game-Changing Features Every Samsung User Needs to Find Geeky Gadgets
 
Atari Acquires Rights to the Legendary Wizardry RPGs - Business Wire - Google Thu, 07 May 2026 00:00:00 GMT
  1. Atari Acquires Rights to the Legendary Wizardry RPGs Business Wire
  2. Following Digital Eclipse's Remake, Atari Has Now Acquired The Rights To One Of The Most Influential RPGs Of All Time Time Extension
  3. Who owns the Wizardry RPGs? We do, say both Drecom and Atari as an unusual IP acquisition splits custody of the genre-forming series Rock Paper Shotgun
  4. Atari acquires the rights to five Wizardry titles Game Developer
  5. Apple II classic franchise 'Wizardry' bought by similarly classic Atari AppleInsider
 
Google preps ‘Gemini Agent’ as your ’24/7 digital partner’ - 9to5Google - Google Wed, 06 May 2026 23:53:00 GMT
  1. Google preps ‘Gemini Agent’ as your ’24/7 digital partner’ 9to5Google
  2. Google Is Building an AI Agent That Could Be Its Answer to OpenClaw Business Insider
  3. Big Tech’s Personal AI Agents Are Coming for the to-Do List PYMNTS.com
  4. Google Gemini is finally becoming the personal assistant we were promised Android Central
  5. Google's New 24/7 AI Agent Can Make Purchases on Your Behalf Droid Life
 
Sega’s Yakuza prequel stars an actor who’s been dead for more than a decade - Polygon.com - Google Wed, 06 May 2026 23:33:18 GMT
  1. Sega’s Yakuza prequel stars an actor who’s been dead for more than a decade Polygon.com
  2. Xbox Presents: A Special Look at Stranger Than Heaven – Everything We Learned (Including Snoop Dogg’s Role!) Xbox Wire
  3. Snoop Dogg, Tori Kelly Craft ‘Stranger Than Heaven’ Theme Song & Voice Characters in New Game Yahoo
  4. Snoop Dogg collaborates with Ado in RGG Studio’s Stranger Than Heaven theme song, appears as an in-game character AUTOMATON
  5. Stranger Than Heaven Is A Yakuza Prequel With A Star-Studded Cast GameSpot
 
Elon Musk’s Last-Ditch Effort to Control OpenAI: Recruit Sam Altman to Tesla - Wired Wed, 06 May 2026 23:23:45 GMT
Messages between Shivon Zilis and Tesla executives reveal plans in 2017 to start a rival AI lab, potentially led by Altman or Demis Hassabis.
 
A Star Fox remake is heading to Switch 2 on June 25 - Engadget Wed, 06 May 2026 23:12:17 GMT
The reimagining of the N64 game offers a more cinematic take.
 
PlayStation users could get refunds in Sony settlement - NewsNation - Google Wed, 06 May 2026 23:05:45 GMT
  1. PlayStation users could get refunds in Sony settlement NewsNation
  2. PS5 Lawsuit Settlement: Sony to Pay $7.8M in Credits to Eligible Users Complex
  3. PlayStation Pricing Is On Trial Again, As Sony Fights For 30-Percent Fees Kotaku
  4. What to Know About Sony’s $7.85 Million PlayStation Settlement WIRED
  5. Could a $2.6 billion UK lawsuit force PlayStation to lower its 30% commission fee? The Game Business
 
Samsung Announces World-First Breakthrough in Fainting Prediction With Galaxy Watch - samsung.com - Google Wed, 06 May 2026 23:00:00 GMT
  1. Samsung Announces World-First Breakthrough in Fainting Prediction With Galaxy Watch samsung.com
  2. Samsung Announces Breakthrough Study in Fainting Prediction Using Galaxy Watch samsung.com
  3. Samsung says Galaxy Watch can predict fainting up to 5 minutes early qz.com
  4. Samsung smartwatches will soon predict when their user is about to faint: What it means for users The Times of India
  5. Your smartwatch can predict if you’re about to faint, research finds The Independent
 
SpaceX is starting to move on from the world's most successful rocket - ArsTechnica Wed, 06 May 2026 22:28:47 GMT
Vandenberg Space Force Base in California is set to become SpaceX's busiest launch site—for now.
 
Anthropic raises Claude Code usage limits, credits new deal with SpaceX - ArsTechnica Wed, 06 May 2026 22:09:14 GMT
Deal follows others with Microsoft, Amazon, and more.
 
TSMC taps wind power as AI chip demand soars, Taiwan feels energy crunch - ArsTechnica Wed, 06 May 2026 21:47:27 GMT
TSMC backs renewables during record demand for energy-hungry chip manufacturing.
 
More Than Half of Gen Z Users Cancel and Renew Streaming Services for a Single Title, Won’t Purchase Full-Price Video Games, New Study Finds - Variety - Google Wed, 06 May 2026 21:39:00 GMT
  1. More Than Half of Gen Z Users Cancel and Renew Streaming Services for a Single Title, Won’t Purchase Full-Price Video Games, New Study Finds Variety
  2. Gen Z just broke the streaming model: A majority subscribe, binge, and cancel over and over, study finds Yahoo
  3. IGN Entertainment releases internal data as public report, developed by Kantar and UC Berkeley GamesIndustry.biz
  4. Study: Gen Z Loves Theatrical, Cold On Physical Media Dark Horizons
  5. 62% of hardcore players no longer buy full-price games, survey suggests Video Games Chronicle
 
Hackers abuse Google ads for GoDaddy ManageWP login phishing - Bleeping Computer Wed, 06 May 2026 21:36:06 GMT
A phishing campaign delivered through Google sponsored search results is targeting credentials for ManageWP, GoDaddy's platform for managing fleets of WordPress websites. [...]
 
Court strikes down FCC anti-discrimination rule opposed by Internet providers - ArsTechnica Wed, 06 May 2026 21:33:39 GMT
Chairman Brendan Carr celebrates FCC court loss in case over Biden-era rule.
 
A Kid With a Fake Mustache Tricked an Online Age-Verification Tool - Wired Wed, 06 May 2026 21:24:18 GMT
To stop children from bypassing its age checks, Meta is revamping its age-verification tools with an AI system that analyzes images and videos for “visual cues,” such as height and bone structure.
 
Spooked by Mythos, Trump suddenly realized AI safety testing might be good - ArsTechnica Wed, 06 May 2026 21:20:14 GMT
Trump forced to admit Biden was right on AI safety testing.
 
Microsoft made Copilot a co-author on every VS Code project, reverted after developers revolted - TechSpot Wed, 06 May 2026 20:04:00 GMT

A recent pull request effectively turned Copilot into a "co-author" for every programming project created in Visual Studio Code – even when the programmer behind the screen did not use Copilot at all. Users informed Microsoft that they did not like the change, criticizing the company for adding more "slop"...

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Trump’s Team Wants Him to Accept an Iran Deal He’s Already Rejected - Wired Wed, 06 May 2026 19:32:03 GMT
As chaotic negotiations over the end of the Iran war continue, US negotiators think they have the framework for a deal in place. Now they just have to sell the president on it.
 
Hackers used Daemon Tools' own website to silently install backdoors on thousands of PCs for nearly a month - TechSpot Wed, 06 May 2026 19:17:00 GMT

Cybersecurity researchers at Kaspersky found that the attack compromised multiple versions of Daemon Tools, from 12.5.0.2421 through 12.5.0.2434. What made the campaign particularly difficult to detect was that the malicious installers were distributed directly from the official website and signed with legitimate digital certificates belonging to AVB Disc Soft, the...

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Critical vm2 sandbox bug lets attackers execute code on hosts - Bleeping Computer Wed, 06 May 2026 18:38:38 GMT
A critical vulnerability in the popular Node.js sandboxing library vm2 allows escaping the sandbox and executing arbitrary code on the host system. [...]
 
Myst and Riven remakes head to PlayStation, Xbox, and Microsoft Store - TechSpot Wed, 06 May 2026 18:36:00 GMT

On the PS5, players will have access to HDR and 4K gameplay as well as PS5 Pro enhancements and support for ray tracing. HDR / 4K and ray tracing are also supported on the Xbox and Microsoft Store versions, we're told.

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Anthropic Gets in Bed With SpaceX as the AI Race Turns Weird - Wired Wed, 06 May 2026 18:28:52 GMT
In an unexpected turn, the two companies signed a deal for Anthropic to use computing resources from Elon Musk’s xAI.
 
MIT BrainTrust supports neighbors living with brain injuries - MIT Wed, 06 May 2026 18:25:00 GMT
Nearly 100 MIT students participate in a buddy program that assists Boston-area residents.
 
New Cisco DoS flaw requires manual reboot to revive devices - Bleeping Computer Wed, 06 May 2026 18:06:21 GMT
Cisco patched a Crosswork Network Controller and Network Services Orchestrator denial-of-service vulnerability that requires manually rebooting targeted systems for recovery. [...]
 
Using AI for Just 10 Minutes Might Make You Lazy and Dumb, Study Shows - Wired Wed, 06 May 2026 18:00:00 GMT
New research suggests that reliance on AI assistants can have a negative impact on people’s ability to think and problem solve.
 
Roku and TCL face lawsuit over software updates that allegedly brick smart TVs - TechSpot Wed, 06 May 2026 17:53:00 GMT

The lawsuit alleges that a series of updates pushed to certain Roku-powered TVs introduced recurring issues that, in some cases, rendered the devices unusable. The models named include Roku Select Series and Roku Plus Series sets, along with TCL's 3-, 4-, 5-, and 6-series TVs running Roku OS.

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Mexico City Is Sinking. A Powerful NASA Satellite Just Revealed How Fast - Wired Wed, 06 May 2026 17:35:06 GMT
A new NASA map shows how the sinking of Mexico City is uneven, with areas registering up to 2 centimeters per month.
 
Report: SpaceX IPO gives Musk unchecked power and forbids investor lawsuits - ArsTechnica Wed, 06 May 2026 17:20:06 GMT
Anyone who buys into SpaceX IPO must waive right to sue the firm, report says.
 
Google DeepMind partners with EVE Online for AI model testing - ArsTechnica Wed, 06 May 2026 16:56:49 GMT
Move comes as CCP Games spends $120M to go independent, rebrands as Fenris Creations.
 
I Am Begging AI Companies to Stop Naming Features After Human Processes - Wired Wed, 06 May 2026 16:51:12 GMT
Anthropic announced “dreaming” for AI agents to sort through “memories” at its developer conference. Can we not?
 
Game engines were built for video games, but Japan is finding more interesting things to do with them - TechSpot Wed, 06 May 2026 16:49:00 GMT

A recent report by Nikkei Asia highlights several interesting cases in which 3D engines are being used for far more than simply powering commercial video games. Japanese sources describe the "extended life" of popular SDKs such as Unity and Unreal Engine, which together account for around 70% of the traditional...

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DAEMON Tools devs confirm breach, release malware-free version - Bleeping Computer Wed, 06 May 2026 16:43:30 GMT
Disc Soft Limited, the maker of DAEMON Tools Lite, confirmed that the software had been trojanized in a supply chain attack and released a new, malware-free version. [...]
 
The animated version of the iconic "Hello, world" image reveals striking new details - ArsTechnica Wed, 06 May 2026 16:42:30 GMT
What's going on with those satellites, anyway?
 
2026 Aston Martin DB12 S Turns Up The Volume - Jalopnik - Google Wed, 06 May 2026 16:26:47 GMT
  1. 2026 Aston Martin DB12 S Turns Up The Volume Jalopnik
  2. The Rules of Engagement: Aston Martin DB12 S Drive Car and Driver
  3. 2026 Aston Martin DB12 S First Drive: What’s Cooler Than a Grand Tourer? MotorTrend
  4. With the Aston Martin DB12 S, a new flagship Super Tourer is born wallpaper.com
  5. The Aston Martin DB12 S Is Subtly Better Road & Track
 
FDA vaccine studies censored by Trump admin after finding benefits of shots - ArsTechnica Wed, 06 May 2026 16:19:58 GMT
FDA has suppressed studies on COVID-19 vaccines and Shingrix, a shingles vaccine.
 
Anthropic's Claude Managed Agents can now "dream," sort of - ArsTechnica Wed, 06 May 2026 16:15:27 GMT
Also, 5-hour usage limits will double for Pro and Max users of Claude Code.
 
Nvidia partners with Corning to build the fiber optic backbone for next-gen AI data centers - TechSpot Wed, 06 May 2026 16:10:00 GMT

Nvidia said the deal will expand Corning's US-based optical connectivity manufacturing capacity tenfold and boost its domestic fiber production capacity by more than 50%. Collectively, the new facilities will create north of 3,000 high-paying jobs, we are told. Financial terms of the agreement were not disclosed, nor was a timeline...

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Hackers Hate AI Slop Even More Than You Do - Wired Wed, 06 May 2026 15:49:12 GMT
It's not just you. Scammers, hackers, and other cybercriminals are complaining about “AI shit” flooding platforms where they discuss cyberattacks and other illegal activity.
 
Hackers Use Microsoft Teams to Steal Credentials and Manipulate MFA - CyberSecurityNews - Google Wed, 06 May 2026 15:47:40 GMT
  1. Hackers Use Microsoft Teams to Steal Credentials and Manipulate MFA CyberSecurityNews
  2. MuddyWater Uses Microsoft Teams to Steal Credentials in False Flag Ransomware Attack The Hacker News
  3. Iran-sponsored threat group behind false flag social engineering campaign Cybersecurity Dive
  4. Iran-Linked APT Posed as Chaos Ransomware Member in Espionage Campaign Infosecurity Magazine
  5. Microsoft Stock (NASDAQ:MSFT) Gains as New Hacker Group Exploits Teams TipRanks
 
Google's Gemma 4 AI models get 3x speed boost by predicting future tokens - ArsTechnica Wed, 06 May 2026 15:44:20 GMT
Up to 3x the speed with no loss of quality—is it too good to be true?
 
The quiet reinvention of search in the age of AI - TechSpot Wed, 06 May 2026 15:42:00 GMT

"Search is dead" has been a recurring headline for years. First, it was social media that was supposed to replace it. Then apps. Then, voice assistants. Now it's generative AI.

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The CEO behind GTA VI doesn’t play video games. He's betting $1B on the decade's biggest game launch - Fortune - Google Wed, 06 May 2026 15:27:00 GMT
  1. The CEO behind GTA VI doesn’t play video games. He's betting $1B on the decade's biggest game launch Fortune
  2. The CEO behind 'Grand Theft Auto' doesn't drink, smoke, or play video games Business Insider
  3. Why the pricing on Grand Theft Auto 6 could be a video game sector catalyst (TTWO:NASDAQ) Seeking Alpha
  4. BioShock, game prices, GTA, the disappearing NFL deal and more: An interview with Take Two CEO Strauss Zelnick Game File | Stephen Totilo
  5. GTA VI Launch Date Puts Take Two’s Growth Story In Sharp Focus Yahoo Finance
 
Researcher Finds Microsoft Edge Stored Passwords Load in Plaintext - PCMag - Google Wed, 06 May 2026 15:17:49 GMT
  1. Researcher Finds Microsoft Edge Stored Passwords Load in Plaintext PCMag
  2. Microsoft Says Edge Password Security Vulnerability Is ‘By Design’—Is It Time To Switch To Chrome? Forbes
  3. Microsoft Edge is storing passwords as plain text? Here's what Microsoft says. Mashable
  4. Microsoft Edge Stores Passwords in Process Memory, Posing Enterprise Risk Dark Reading
  5. Why Edge stores your passwords in plaintext, according to Microsoft ZDNET
 
Are Marathon's grenade-spamming woes fixed with its latest update? - Eurogamer.net - Google Wed, 06 May 2026 15:15:49 GMT
  1. Are Marathon's grenade-spamming woes fixed with its latest update? Eurogamer.net
  2. Marathon 1.0.6.3 Patch Notes IGN
  3. Marathon Update 1.0.6.3 Patch Notes Reveal Changes To Grenade In-Run Stack Sizes, C.A.R.R.I Armory Issues & More PlayStation Universe
 
The app store for robots has arrived: Hugging Face launches open-source Reachy Mini App Store with 200+ apps - VentureBeat - Google Wed, 06 May 2026 15:00:00 GMT
The app store for robots has arrived: Hugging Face launches open-source Reachy Mini App Store with 200+ apps VentureBeat
 
Here's what has to happen if NASA wants to land on the Moon every month - ArsTechnica Wed, 06 May 2026 14:56:20 GMT
NASA is serious about taking more shots on goal, but some of them need to start landing.
 
A single Micron SSD can now store 245TB and use half the power of hard drives - TechSpot Wed, 06 May 2026 14:56:00 GMT

The recently introduced 6600 ION SSD is available in both U.2 and E3.L form factors and can provide up to 245 terabytes of storage in a single drive. Micron describes the new unit as the highest-capacity commercially available SSD in the industry, in line with other high-capacity drives released in...

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New Galaxy Buds 3 Pro update bring stabilization improvements - SamMobile - Google Wed, 06 May 2026 14:39:00 GMT
  1. New Galaxy Buds 3 Pro update bring stabilization improvements SamMobile
  2. Galaxy Buds 4 and Galaxy Buds 4 Pro Stability Update Goes Global SammyGuru
  3. Galaxy Buds 3 and Buds 4 Pro receive May 2026 firmware update Sammy Fans
  4. Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 Pro Supercharged by Stability Update Android Headlines
  5. Galaxy Buds 4 Pro gets a new software update SamMobile
 
Infants are bleeding out after parents decline vitamin K shots given at birth - ArsTechnica Wed, 06 May 2026 14:30:47 GMT
Hospitals report more parents are declining vitamin K shots for their newborns.
 
All Of The Best Cosplay From Lvl Up Expo 2026 - Kotaku - Google Wed, 06 May 2026 14:26:15 GMT
All Of The Best Cosplay From Lvl Up Expo 2026 Kotaku
 
Apple is paying $250 million after overselling AI features before they actually worked - TechSpot Wed, 06 May 2026 14:17:00 GMT

The complaints focused on how Apple marketed its AI features alongside the iPhone 16 and certain iPhone 15 models. Consumers who purchased those handsets between June 2024 and March 2025 may be eligible for payments of up to $95 per device. Apple denied any wrongdoing as part of the settlement.

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Best Carry-On Suitcases (2026): Away, Rimowa, Tumi - Wired Wed, 06 May 2026 14:13:19 GMT
I feel about luggage carousels the same way I feel about head lice: avoid at all costs. These are the best carry-on suitcases for those who never want to check a bag again.
 
Why ransomware attacks succeed even when backups exist - Bleeping Computer Wed, 06 May 2026 14:04:14 GMT
Backups don't fail because they're missing, they fail because attackers destroy them first. Acronis explains how ransomware targets backup systems before encryption, leaving no path to recovery. [...]
 
Scientists create "living plastic" that can self-destruct on command - TechSpot Wed, 06 May 2026 13:51:00 GMT

Scientists at the Shenzhen Institutes of Advanced Technology have developed a "living plastic" with a built-in kill switch. The material contains spores from engineered Bacillus subtilis, a common soil bacterium, that remain inactive during normal use.

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iPhone 18 Pro getting new display upgrade with two benefits, per report - 9to5Mac - Google Wed, 06 May 2026 13:33:00 GMT
  1. iPhone 18 Pro getting new display upgrade with two benefits, per report 9to5Mac
  2. iPhone 18 Pro: Three new design updates are coming this year 9to5Mac
  3. Samsung Display, LG Display to Supply OLED Panels for Apple iPhone 18 Pro Models thelec.net
  4. Here’s When Apple Will Launch iPhone 18 Pro, iPhone 18 Pro Max And iPhone Ultra Forbes
  5. iPhone 18 Pro's LTPO+ Display Upgrade to Come From Samsung, LG MacRumors
 
Ars Asks: Share your shell and show us your tricked-out terminals! - ArsTechnica Wed, 06 May 2026 13:32:47 GMT
A celebration of the tweaks and customizations that make life easier at the CLI.
 
A Library Dedicated Solely to the Epstein Files Is Opening in New York - Wired Wed, 06 May 2026 13:30:00 GMT
The Institute for Primary Facts has compiled more than 3.5 million pages of the Epstein files for public display at the newly opened Donald J. Trump and Jeffrey Epstein Memorial Reading Room.
 
Microsoft Edge stores all your saved passwords unencrypted in memory - TechSpot Wed, 06 May 2026 13:16:00 GMT

Security researcher Tom Jøran Sønstebyseter Rønning recently shared evidence that Microsoft's web browser-based password manager stores all of its saved passwords in memory without encryption while running. He released and demonstrated a simple proof of concept that displays the passwords and their associated accounts.

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MuddyWater hackers use Chaos ransomware as a decoy in attacks - Bleeping Computer Wed, 06 May 2026 13:02:52 GMT
The MuddyWater Iranian hackers disguised their operations as a Chaos ransomware attack, relying on  Microsoft Teams social engineering to gain access and establish persistence. [...]
 
Zest Maps Is the AI-Powered ‘Spiritual Successor to Foursquare’ - Wired Wed, 06 May 2026 13:00:00 GMT
This new app tracks every time you swipe your card at a cool restaurant—and tells all your friends.
 
AMD warns gaming revenue will plunge over 20% as memory prices drive up PC hardware costs - TechSpot Wed, 06 May 2026 12:46:00 GMT

AMD's first-quarter results were good news for investors. Revenue hit $10.3 billion, up 38% year over year, while the data center segment climbed 57% to $5.8 billion on the back of Epyc CPUs and Instinct GPUs. Client and Gaming also improved, rising 23% to $3.6 billion, with gaming revenue up...

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7 Best Digital Notebooks (2026): reMarkable, Kobo, Kindle - Wired Wed, 06 May 2026 12:35:00 GMT
These nifty tools combine the ease of jotting notes by hand with the power of saving them digitally.
 
A major study claiming ChatGPT improves student learning has been retracted - TechSpot Wed, 06 May 2026 12:03:00 GMT

By the time of the retraction, the paper had already traveled far. Published in May 2025 in Humanities & Social Sciences Communications, it attempted to measure ChatGPT's impact by combining results from 51 separate studies. The authors compared outcomes between students who used the chatbot and those who did not,...

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ReMarkable Paper Pure Tablet Review: Back to Basics - Wired Wed, 06 May 2026 12:02:00 GMT
After six years, the ReMarkable 2 gets a replacement in the form of the ReMarkable Paper Pure.
 
reMarkable’s new Paper Pure tablet goes back to basics with a monochrome screen - TechCrunch - Google Wed, 06 May 2026 12:00:00 GMT
  1. reMarkable’s new Paper Pure tablet goes back to basics with a monochrome screen TechCrunch
  2. The Remarkable Paper Pure is the best digital notepad I’ve ever used The Verge
  3. Remarkable's New Tablet Wins Me Over for Writing and Sketching. And My Kid Loves It, Too CNET
  4. I tested the $399 ReMarkable Paper Pure, the perfect starter tablet for writers CNN
  5. ReMarkable's new Paper Pure tablet starts at $399 + lasts for 3 weeks USA Today
 
Best Indoor Security Cameras (2026): For Homes and Apartments - Wired Wed, 06 May 2026 11:32:00 GMT
Cameras can offer peace of mind, but choose carefully before inviting one into your home.
 
Apple may have just made one of the most important new Siri announcements - 9to5Mac - Google Wed, 06 May 2026 11:19:00 GMT
  1. Apple may have just made one of the most important new Siri announcements 9to5Mac
  2. Apple to Let Users Choose Rival AI Models Across Its iOS 27 Features Bloomberg.com
  3. Apple to let users choose rival AI models across iOS 27 features, Bloomberg News reports Reuters
  4. 7 major new Siri features coming with the iOS 27 overhaul Macworld
  5. Apple Notes is a killer app, and iOS 27’s rumored upgrade excites me for more 9to5Mac
 
Microsoft kills Gaming Copilot for Xbox consoles and mobile - TechSpot Wed, 06 May 2026 11:15:00 GMT

It was only two months ago at GDC 2026 when Sonali Yadav, Xbox's Gaming AI partner group product manager, said Gaming Copilot would be coming to current-gen Microsoft consoles, with the rollout expected to take place this year.

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Nintendo Under Pressure to Raise Switch 2 Prices to Protect Margins - Bloomberg.com - Google Wed, 06 May 2026 11:03:01 GMT
  1. Nintendo Under Pressure to Raise Switch 2 Prices to Protect Margins Bloomberg.com
  2. Switch 2 Reportedly Too Good a Deal, Investors Want That Fixed GameSpot
  3. Nintendo Under Pressure to Raise Switch 2 Console Price, as Hardware Currently Sold at a Loss — Report IGN
  4. Nintendo investors think Nintendo should raise the price of Switch 2 or stop selling the Japanese-exclusive model GoNintendo
  5. As Nintendo reportedly faces pressure to raise Switch 2 prices, Star Fox demonstrates it's standing by its pledge to make digital games cheaper Eurogamer.net
 
Best Webcams (2026): My Honest Take After Testing the Best - Wired Wed, 06 May 2026 11:02:00 GMT
I tested all the major webcams across the price spectrum in attempts to find the very best. Here's what I learned.
 
Apple Will Pay $250 Million to Settle Lawsuit Over Siri’s AI Features - Wired Wed, 06 May 2026 10:41:37 GMT
If you bought an iPhone 15 or 16 in the US, you could be set to pocket up to $95 per device as part of the settlement.
 
Focal Mu-So Hekla Soundbar Review: Dolby Atmos With 1 Speaker - Wired Wed, 06 May 2026 10:30:00 GMT
The Focal Mu-so Hekla can almost replace a multi-speaker surround-sound setup.
 
Best Water Leak Detectors (2026): Moen, Phyn, TP-Link - Wired Wed, 06 May 2026 10:28:00 GMT
Don’t let busted pipes or an overflowing washing machine dampen your day. These smart water sensors can help you catch problems quicker.
 
Frame Generation Doesn't Fix Bad Performance! - TechSpot Wed, 06 May 2026 10:21:00 GMT
Lego Batman is advertising 60 FPS, but it's really 15 FPS. Frame generation is supposed to make good performance better, not hide the fact that a game is running poorly. Lego Batman's spec sheet just crossed that line.
 
Smeg Forte Stand Mixer Review: Big Power, Mixed Results - Wired Wed, 06 May 2026 10:04:00 GMT
Smeg’s new retro-looking Forte stand mixer packs some serious power, but its performance isn’t as polished as its design.
 
Hasan Piker, Self-Described ‘Ayatollah of Woke,’ Wants AI to Die - Wired Wed, 06 May 2026 10:00:00 GMT
The far-left Twitch streamer says AI is rotting our brains. He’s also addicted to Twitter and listens to at least eight podcasts.
 
The Best Bed Frames, Tested in Our Own Rooms (2026) - Wired Wed, 06 May 2026 09:03:00 GMT
Looking for the best bed frame? Our top recommendation is the Classic Bed from Thuma, but we’ve got options for all budgets and tastes.
 
Activists Are Taking On Elon Musk’s SpaceX IPO - Wired Wed, 06 May 2026 09:00:00 GMT
Activists, a leading labor union, and a big retirement fund are asking challenging questions about what’s expected to be the largest-ever stock market debut.
 
Bose Promo Code: 40% Off for May 2026 - Wired Wed, 06 May 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Get at least 40% off headphones, speakers, soundbars, and other audio products from Bose.
 
1Password Coupon: Score a Free Trial in 2026 - Wired Wed, 06 May 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Save up to 28% on business and personal memberships with 1Password promo codes and deals.
 
Method for stress-testing cloud computing algorithms helps avoid network failures - MIT Wed, 06 May 2026 04:00:00 GMT
The “MetaEase” technique provides a heads-up to potential scenarios that could cause long wait-times or outages.
 
Google Chrome has been silently pushing a 4GB AI model to your device without asking - TechSpot Tue, 05 May 2026 23:06:00 GMT

Google Chrome users who have noticed unusual disk activity or unexplained drops in available storage should look for a folder called "OptGuideOnDeviceModel" inside their Chrome directory. It holds roughly 4GB of weights for Google's Gemini Nano LLM, downloaded by the browser without user consent.

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Games people — and machines — play: Untangling strategic reasoning to advance AI - MIT Tue, 05 May 2026 21:00:00 GMT
Assistant Professor Gabriele Farina mines the foundations of decision-making in complex multi-agent scenarios.
 
MIT marks first Robert R. Taylor Day with Tuskegee University - MIT Tue, 05 May 2026 20:35:00 GMT
A day of conversations and archival access at the MIT Museum reflects an ongoing exchange rooted in the work and ideas of the Institute’s first Black graduate.
 
The Metal Gear Solid 2 leak is massive and perfectly timed – modders are already dreaming big - TechSpot Tue, 05 May 2026 18:03:00 GMT

The full assets of Metal Gear Solid 2's HD remaster were recently leaked on 4chan. An unnamed party used the notorious imageboard to distribute the source code for every version of the remaster across all supported platforms, including the PlayStation Vita edition. The leak also reportedly includes 30GB of raw,...

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Apple and Samsung are dominating smartphone sales so thoroughly that only one other company makes the top 10 - TechSpot Tue, 05 May 2026 17:24:00 GMT

The iPhone 17 was the best-selling smartphone in the first quarter, accounting for six percent of global sales. Apple's iPhone 17 Pro Max ranked second, followed by the standard iPhone 17 Pro. Samsung grabbed fourth and fifth place with the Galaxy A07 G4 and Galaxy A17 5G, respectively.

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Biologist Joey Davis explores how cells build complex structures - MIT Tue, 05 May 2026 04:00:00 GMT
His studies have shed light on the assembly instructions that govern ribosomes, the critical protein-building machines of the cell.
 
The tech revolution that wasn’t - MIT Tue, 05 May 2026 04:00:00 GMT
Associate Professor Dwai Banerjee’s new book examines the visionaries who wanted to turn India into a world power at making computers.
 
Astronomers pin down the origins of a planetary odd couple - MIT Tue, 05 May 2026 04:00:00 GMT
New measurements of a hot Jupiter and its mini-Neptune companion suggest both planets formed surprisingly far away from their host star.
 
Rett syndrome study highlights potential for personalized treatments - MIT Mon, 04 May 2026 18:00:00 GMT
Using advanced human cell cultures, MIT researchers tracked how two different mutations alter neural circuit development, and how each could be addressed with distinct potential therapeutics.
 
Powering 160,000 hours of discovery at MIT.nano - MIT Mon, 04 May 2026 17:50:00 GMT
NanoFab Equipment Management and Operations (NEMO) system streamlines shared facilities management via tool trainings, reservations, and lab communications.
 
It took 40 years for technology to catch up to this zipper design - MIT Mon, 04 May 2026 17:45:00 GMT
An old patent from MIT Professor Bill Freeman inspired the new “Y-zipper,” a three-sided fastener that snaps gear, robots, and art into shape at the push of a button.
 
How chromatin movement helps control gene expression - MIT Mon, 04 May 2026 09:00:00 GMT
By monitoring these chromosomal structures over many timescales, MIT researchers found that chromatin helps bring genes closer to their regulatory elements.
 
Found Industries aims to strengthen America’s industrial supply chains - MIT Sun, 03 May 2026 04:00:00 GMT
Founded by Peter Godart ’15, SM ’19, PhD ’21, the company has developed technologies for extracting critical metals and making fuel out of aluminum.
 
MIT affiliates awarded 2026 Guggenheim Fellowships - MIT Fri, 01 May 2026 21:15:00 GMT
Afreen Siddiqi, Kathleen Thelen, and Vinod Vaikuntanathan, along with alumna Kate Manne, are appointed to the 2026 class of “trail-blazing fellows.”
 
Testing sustainable agriculture in Barcelona - MIT Fri, 01 May 2026 16:30:00 GMT
Students in a MISTI Global Classroom confronted the challenges of climate change, one farm and co-op visit at a time.
 
Beacon Biosignals is mapping the brain during sleep - MIT Fri, 01 May 2026 04:00:00 GMT
Founded by Jake Donoghue PhD ’19 and former MIT researcher Jarrett Revels, the company is creating an AI-driven platform to help diagnose and treat disease.
 
Unlocking mysteries of the universe through math - MIT Thu, 30 Apr 2026 20:30:00 GMT
Mathematician Amanda Burcroff is developing frameworks for understanding algebraic and geometric spaces in science as part of the School of Science Dean’s Postdoctoral Fellowship.
 
The hidden structure behind a widely used class of materials - MIT Thu, 30 Apr 2026 18:00:00 GMT
Relaxor ferroelectrics have been used in electronics and sensors for decades, but the source of their unique properties was a mystery until now.
 
Study: Gene circuits reshape DNA folding and affect how genes are expressed - MIT Thu, 30 Apr 2026 18:00:00 GMT
When genes are transcribed, they suppress or activate their neighbors, coupling expression between the two genes.
 
How neurons sense bacteria in the gut - MIT Thu, 30 Apr 2026 17:30:00 GMT
Neural interaction with bacteria has important effects on animal brains. A new study investigates how neurons sense bacteria by revealing, in nematodes, the bacterial signals that a key neuron detects.
 
Making the case for curiosity-driven science - MIT Thu, 30 Apr 2026 04:00:00 GMT
President Sally Kornbluth spoke in front of a packed crowd about growing challenges to the U.S. research ecosystem as funding for America’s top research universities becomes increasingly strained.
 
Study: Immigrants help address the US eldercare shortage - MIT Thu, 30 Apr 2026 04:00:00 GMT
Economists find that in metro areas with more immigration, nurses are spending more time with elderly patients.
 
The MIT-IBM Computing Research Lab launches to shape the future of AI and quantum computing - MIT Wed, 29 Apr 2026 10:00:00 GMT
Building on a long-standing MIT–IBM collaboration, the new lab will chart the convergence of AI, algorithms, and quantum computing.
 
MIT engineers’ virtual violin produces realistic sounds - MIT Wed, 29 Apr 2026 09:00:00 GMT
Based on the physics of how the instrument produces sound, the model could help violin makers in the design process.
 
Enabling privacy-preserving AI training on everyday devices - MIT Wed, 29 Apr 2026 04:00:00 GMT
A new method could bring more accurate and efficient AI models to high-stakes applications like health care and finance, even in under-resourced settings.
 
With a swipe of a magnet, microscopic “magno-bots” perform complex maneuvers - MIT Tue, 28 Apr 2026 15:00:00 GMT
MIT researchers’ new fabrication technique can produce soft, microscopic structures with magnetically activated moving parts.
 
Robotically assembled building blocks could make construction more efficient and sustainable - MIT Tue, 28 Apr 2026 04:00:00 GMT
New research suggests constructing a simple building from interlocking subunits should be mechanically feasible and have a much smaller carbon footprint.
 
Mapping molecular markers of physical fitness - MIT Tue, 28 Apr 2026 04:00:00 GMT
A new study reveals cellular pathways that appear to underlie some differences in physical fitness.
 
Now Available: Monthly Subscriptions with a 12-Month Commitment - Apple Developer Mon, 27 Apr 2026 13:00:33 GMT
Today, we’re introducing a new way that people can pay for your auto-renewable subscriptions on the App Store: monthly subscriptions with a 12-month commitment. This new payment option allows you to offer subscribers more affordable options. People can cancel their subscription at any time, which will prevent the subscription from renewing after they’ve completed their agreed-to payments to fulfill their commitment.
 
Self-organizing “pencil beam” laser could help scientists design brain-targeted therapies - MIT Mon, 27 Apr 2026 09:00:00 GMT
MIT researchers leveraged a surprise discovery to devise a faster and more precise biomedical imaging technique.
 
A faster way to estimate AI power consumption - MIT Mon, 27 Apr 2026 04:00:00 GMT
The “EnergAIzer” method generates reliable results in seconds, enabling data center operators to efficiently allocate resources and reduce wasted energy.
 
Lykke Studios: In pursuit of puffy perfection - Apple Developer Fri, 24 Apr 2026 13:00:15 GMT
The delightful game puffies. combines the satisfying snap of a jigsaw puzzle with the nostalgic delight of a sticker book.
 
MIT takes top team honors in 86th Putnam Math Competition - MIT Thu, 23 Apr 2026 18:00:00 GMT
The undergraduate team topped the scoreboard for the sixth year in a row and also took the Elizabeth Lowell Putnam Prize again.
 
New chip can protect wireless biomedical devices from quantum attacks - MIT Thu, 23 Apr 2026 04:00:00 GMT
Ultra-efficient chip design enables extremely strong cryptography algorithms to run on energy-constrained edge devices.
 
MIT affiliates elected to the American Academy of Arts and Sciences for 2026 - MIT Wed, 22 Apr 2026 20:00:00 GMT
The prestigious honor society honors four MIT faculty and 13 additional MIT alumni among more than 250 new members.
 
Teaching AI models to say “I’m not sure” - MIT Wed, 22 Apr 2026 19:15:00 GMT
A new training method improves the reliability of AI confidence estimates without sacrificing performance, addressing a root cause of hallucination in reasoning models.
 
Plants can sense the sound of rain, a new study finds - MIT Wed, 22 Apr 2026 09:00:00 GMT
Experiments by MIT engineers show rice seeds sprout faster to the sound of rain.
 
New study bridges the worlds of classical and quantum physics - MIT Tue, 21 Apr 2026 23:05:00 GMT
The weird quantum behavior of subatomic particles can be understood through everyday classical ideas, MIT researchers show.
 
How to expand the US economy - MIT Tue, 21 Apr 2026 16:00:00 GMT
In “Priority Technologies,” MIT faculty examine key areas of innovation that can drive American prosperity and security — now and in the decades ahead.
 
Managing traffic in space - MIT Sun, 19 Apr 2026 14:05:00 GMT
Associate Professor Richard Linares is helping satellites safely navigate in increasingly congested orbits.
 
Why bother with plausible deniability? - MIT Fri, 17 Apr 2026 15:00:00 GMT
Philosopher Sam Berstler explains why we have social norms that let people engage in open deception.
 
Bringing AI-driven protein-design tools to biologists everywhere - MIT Fri, 17 Apr 2026 04:00:00 GMT
Founded by Tristan Bepler PhD ’20 and former MIT professor Tim Lu PhD ’07, OpenProtein.AI offers researchers open-source models and other tools for protein engineering.
 
A regulatory loophole could delay ozone recovery by years - MIT Thu, 16 Apr 2026 09:00:00 GMT
Scientists say an exception in the Montreal Protocol for the use of ozone-depleting feedstocks could set the ozone recovery back seven years.
 
Youth may increase vulnerability to a carcinogen found in contaminated water and some drugs - MIT Thu, 16 Apr 2026 04:00:00 GMT
A new study suggests that the chemical NDMA is much more likely to cause cancerous mutations after exposure early in life.
 
MIT study reveals a new role for cell membranes - MIT Thu, 16 Apr 2026 04:00:00 GMT
Long thought to be mainly a structural support, the cell membrane also influences how cells respond to signals and may contribute to the growth of cancer cells.
 
Waves hit different on other planets - MIT Thu, 16 Apr 2026 04:00:00 GMT
From lazy ripples to towering breakers, waves should vary widely from one planet to another, according to a new model.
 
Multitasking quantum sensors can measure several properties at once - MIT Wed, 15 Apr 2026 04:00:00 GMT
The devices represent a key step toward practical quantum sensing, with applications in biomedical sensing, materials characterization, and more.
 
Hello Developer: April 2026 - Apple Developer Tue, 07 Apr 2026 13:00:16 GMT
In this edition:
 
How Infold Games fashioned an open world for Infinity Nikki - Apple Developer Fri, 03 Apr 2026 16:02:01 GMT
Infinity Nikki is a literally glowing example of what video game graphics can be.
 
Q&A: How Plane Finder set itself up for the long haul - Apple Developer Fri, 03 Apr 2026 16:00:01 GMT
Plane Finder is a sparkling example of what happens when a small team grows with a platform.
 
App Store expands support to 11 new languages - Apple Developer Tue, 31 Mar 2026 13:00:33 GMT
To help your apps and games reach more people worldwide — especially in India — App Store Connect now supports localized metadata for 11 new languages, bringing the total number of supported localizations to 50. The new languages include Bangla, Gujarati, Kannada, Malayalam, Marathi, Odia, Punjabi, Slovenian, Tamil, Telugu, and Urdu.
 
Updated Apple Developer Program License Agreement now available - Apple Developer Tue, 31 Mar 2026 01:00:15 GMT
The Apple Developer Program License Agreement has been revised to support new features, updated policies, and clarifications. Please review the changes and sign in to your account to accept the updated terms.
 
Get ready with the latest beta releases - Apple Developer Mon, 30 Mar 2026 14:00:14 GMT
The beta versions of iOS 26.5, iPadOS 26.5, macOS 26.5, tvOS 26.5, visionOS 26.5, and watchOS 26.5 are now available. Get your apps ready by confirming they work as expected on these releases. And make sure to build and test with Xcode 26.5 beta to take advantage of the advancements in the latest SDKs.
 
Update on regulated medical device apps in the European Economic Area, United Kingdom, and United States - Apple Developer Thu, 26 Mar 2026 22:05:24 GMT
To provide additional transparency to customers, the App Store will now display whether an app is a regulated medical device on its product page in the European Economic Area (EEA), United Kingdom, or United States. Regulated medical device apps are those that function on their own or as part of a system for a range of medical purposes, including diagnosis, prevention, monitoring, and treatment of diseases and physiological conditions. These apps may require registration or authorization from regulatory bodies, such as the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA).
 
New In-App Purchase and subscription data now available in Analytics - Apple Developer Wed, 25 Mar 2026 13:10:49 GMT
Analytics in App Store Connect receives its biggest update since its launch, including a refreshed user experience that makes it easier to measure the performance of your apps and games. Updates include:
 
WWDC26: June 8-12, 2026 - Apple Developer Mon, 23 Mar 2026 16:45:37 GMT
Join the worldwide developer community online for a week of technology, creativity, and community.
 
Apple Developer is now on bilibili and LinkedIn - Apple Developer Tue, 17 Mar 2026 16:30:01 GMT
Check out Apple Developer on bilibili and LinkedIn to learn about the latest news, announcements, videos, and events — including the Worldwide Developers Conference and Meet with Apple activities — for the developer community.
 
Adjustments to the China storefront of the App Store on iOS and iPadOS - Apple Developer Fri, 13 Mar 2026 01:00:21 GMT
Apple is making changes to the App Store in China following discussions with the Chinese regulator.
 
Hello Developer: March 2026 - Apple Developer Tue, 03 Mar 2026 14:00:16 GMT
In this edition:
 
Age requirements for apps distributed in Brazil, Australia, Singapore, Utah, and Louisiana - Apple Developer Tue, 24 Feb 2026 18:00:48 GMT
Today we’re providing an update on the tools available for developers to meet their age assurance obligations under upcoming U.S. and regional laws, including in Brazil, Australia, Singapore, Utah, and Louisiana. Updates to the Declared Age Range API are now available in beta for testing.
 
Updated App Review Guidelines now available - Apple Developer Fri, 06 Feb 2026 16:00:56 GMT
The App Review Guidelines have been revised to clarify that apps with random or anonymous chat are subject to the 1.2 User-Generated Content guideline.
 
Swift Student Challenge submissions are now open - Apple Developer Fri, 06 Feb 2026 14:00:56 GMT
The Swift Student Challenge is here! Submissions are now open through February 28, and students from all over the world are invited to submit their app playgrounds.
 
Hello Developer: February 2026 - Apple Developer Tue, 03 Feb 2026 17:00:16 GMT
In this edition: Big news about agentic coding in Xcode. Plus:
 
Upcoming SDK minimum requirements - Apple Developer Tue, 03 Feb 2026 14:00:30 GMT
Starting April 28, 2026, apps and games uploaded to App Store Connect need to meet the following minimum requirements:
 
Price updates for apps, In-App Purchases, and subscriptions - Apple Developer Thu, 29 Jan 2026 19:00:26 GMT
The App Store is designed to make it easy to sell your digital goods and services globally, with support for 43 currencies across 175 storefronts.
 
Hello Developer: January 2026 - Apple Developer Tue, 06 Jan 2026 17:00:16 GMT
We‘re hitting the ground running in 2026. In this edition:
 
Update on age requirements for apps distributed in Texas - Apple Developer Wed, 24 Dec 2025 00:00:04 GMT
A recent injunction issued by a district court suspended enforcement of Texas state law SB2420, which introduced age assurance requirements for app marketplaces and developers. In light of this ruling, Apple will pause previously announced implementation plans and monitor the ongoing legal process.
 
Changes to iOS in Japan - Apple Developer Wed, 17 Dec 2025 23:00:21 GMT
To comply with the Mobile Software Competition Act (MSCA), Apple is introducing changes to iOS that create new options for developers' apps in Japan. Beginning with iOS 26.2, developers can distribute apps on alternative app marketplaces, operate alternative app marketplaces, process app payments for digital goods and services outside of Apple In-App Purchase in iOS, and more.
 
New Requirements for Social Media Apps in Australia - Apple Developer Mon, 08 Dec 2025 14:00:16 GMT
Beginning December 10, 2025, a new Australian law will require certain social media platforms operating in Australia to prevent people under 16 from having a social media account. Impacted developers are responsible for making sure they follow the requirements of the new law, including deactivating any existing accounts for users under 16 and monitoring new signups.
 
Hello Developer: December 2025 - Apple Developer Thu, 04 Dec 2025 17:00:16 GMT
In this edition:
 
App Store Award winners announced - Apple Developer Thu, 04 Dec 2025 13:00:25 GMT
Join us in celebrating the outstanding work of these developers from around the world.
 
App Store Award finalists announced - Apple Developer Wed, 19 Nov 2025 09:00:55 GMT
Every year, the App Store Awards celebrate exceptional apps and games that improve people’s lives while showcasing the highest levels of technical innovation, user experience, design, and positive cultural impact. This year, the App Store Editorial team is proud to recognize 49 outstanding finalists. Winners will be announced in the coming weeks.
 
Introducing the App Store Mini Apps Partner Program - Apple Developer Thu, 13 Nov 2025 15:20:24 GMT
Today, we’re introducing the Mini Apps Partner Program, which expands on the App Store’s ongoing support for apps that offer mini apps. Mini apps are self-contained experiences that are built using web technologies like HTML5 and JavaScript. This program is designed to help developers who host mini apps grow their business and further the availability of mini apps on the App Store — all while providing a great customer experience.
 
Hello Developer: November 2025 - Apple Developer Thu, 06 Nov 2025 13:00:16 GMT
In this edition: Catch the new design in the wild, and let Apple experts show you how to quickly and easily bring it to your apps. Plus, get the latest on the Swift Student Challenge 2026, and check out new developer videos available on demand.
 
Next steps for apps distributed in Texas - Apple Developer Tue, 04 Nov 2025 16:00:48 GMT
Today we’re releasing more details about the tools we’re making available for developers to help them meet their compliance obligations under upcoming U.S. state laws, including SB2420 in Texas. While we’re providing these tools to help developers navigate the evolving legal landscape, Apple remains concerned about the potential implications of laws like SB2420 in Texas. Specifically, we worry they could undermine the privacy of all users by requiring the collection of sensitive personal information just to download an app – even those that simply provide weather forecasts or sports scores.
 
Enhancements to help you submit and market your apps and games - Apple Developer Wed, 29 Oct 2025 13:00:28 GMT
As part of our ongoing commitment to helping developers succeed on the App Store, we’re introducing new options for submitting content and updates while your app is in review, double the number of custom product pages, and offer codes for all In-App Purchase types.
 
New requirement for apps using Sign in with Apple for account creation - Apple Developer Thu, 09 Oct 2025 12:00:09 GMT
Starting January 1, 2026, developers based in the Republic of Korea must provide a server‑to‑server notification endpoint when registering a new Services ID, or updating an existing Services ID, to associate their website with an app using Sign in with Apple.
 
New requirements for apps available in Texas - Apple Developer Wed, 08 Oct 2025 12:00:09 GMT
Beginning January 1, 2026, a new state law in Texas — SB2420 — introduces age assurance requirements for app marketplaces and developers. While we share the goal of strengthening kids’ online safety, we are concerned that SB2420 impacts the privacy of users by requiring the collection of sensitive, personally identifiable information to download any app, even if a user simply wants to check the weather or sports scores. Apple will continue to provide parents and developers with industry-leading tools that help enhance child safety while safeguarding privacy within the constraints of the law.
 
Hello Developer: October 2025 - Apple Developer Tue, 07 Oct 2025 12:00:16 GMT
This month: Watch a new code-along video to discover how to use the Foundation Models framework to access the on-device LLM that powers Apple Intelligence.
 
Upcoming Currency Change in Bulgaria - Apple Developer Thu, 25 Sep 2025 16:00:46 GMT
Beginning January 1, 2026, Bulgaria will adopt the euro (EUR) as its official currency, replacing the Bulgarian lev (BGN). As a result, the currency for App Store purchases and subscriptions in Bulgaria will change from BGN to EUR on this date. Your proceeds from sales in Bulgaria will also change to euros.
 
App Store submissions now open for the latest OS releases - Apple Developer Tue, 09 Sep 2025 12:00:09 GMT
iOS 26, iPadOS 26, macOS Tahoe 26, tvOS 26, visionOS 26, and watchOS 26 will soon be available to customers worldwide — which means you can now submit apps and games that take advantage of Apple’s broadest design update ever.
 
Hello Developer: September 2025 - Apple Developer Tue, 02 Sep 2025 12:00:16 GMT
Be ready for the new design. Whether you’re a longtime pro or a hobbyist, get inspired and make your apps and games look their best by exploring videos, downloads, and docs.
 
Awe dropping. - Apple Developer Tue, 26 Aug 2025 14:00:09 GMT
Join us for a special Apple Event on September 9 at 10 a.m. PT.

Watch on apple.com, Apple TV, or YouTube Live.
 
Tax and Price Updates for Apps, In-App Purchases, and Subscriptions - Apple Developer Thu, 21 Aug 2025 13:00:46 GMT
The App Store is designed to make it easy to sell your digital goods and services globally, with support for 44 currencies across 175 storefronts.
 
Hello Developer: August 2025 - Apple Developer Tue, 05 Aug 2025 12:00:16 GMT
Sign up for new Apple developer workshops all over the world. Plus, download Apple UI design kits for Figma and Sketch, meet the Italy-based team behind Sunlitt, and more.
 
Updated age ratings in App Store Connect - Apple Developer Thu, 24 Jul 2025 13:00:43 GMT
The App Store is designed to be a safe and trusted place for all ages, including children. The age rating system for apps and games has been updated in order to provide people with more granular age ratings. We’ve also introduced new age rating questions to help identify sensitive content in your app and added the ability to set a higher rating to reflect your app’s minimum age requirement. Ratings for all apps and games on the App Store have been automatically updated to align with this new system and will be reflected on Apple devices running beta versions of iOS 26, iPadOS 26, macOS Tahoe 26, tvOS 26, visionOS 26, and watchOS 26.
 
New 64-bit requirement for watchOS apps - Apple Developer Tue, 22 Jul 2025 13:00:43 GMT
Beginning April 2026, watchOS apps uploaded to App Store Connect must also include 64-bit support and be built with the watchOS 26 SDK. To enable 64-bit support in your project, we recommend using the default Xcode build setting of “Standard architectures” to build a single binary with 64-bit code.
 
iOS and iPadOS 26 design kits are here - Apple Developer Fri, 18 Jul 2025 17:00:15 GMT
Apple Ul design kits for Figma and Sketch are now available for iOS and iPadOS 26.
 
Updates for apps in the European Union - Apple Developer Thu, 26 Jun 2025 15:24:33 GMT
The European Commission has required Apple to make a series of additional changes under the Digital Markets Act:
 
Today @ WWDC25: Day 5 - Apple Developer Fri, 13 Jun 2025 14:00:56 GMT
The European Commission has required Apple to make a series of additional changes under the Digital Markets Act:
 
Today @ WWDC25: Day 4 - Apple Developer Thu, 12 Jun 2025 15:00:56 GMT
The European Commission has required Apple to make a series of additional changes under the Digital Markets Act:
 
Today @ WWDC25: Day 3 - Apple Developer Wed, 11 Jun 2025 14:00:56 GMT
The European Commission has required Apple to make a series of additional changes under the Digital Markets Act:
 
Today @ WWDC25: Day 2 - Apple Developer Tue, 10 Jun 2025 08:00:45 GMT
Welcome to Day 2 at WWDC25! Watch the Platforms State of the Union recap, then dive into all the updates to Swift, SwiftUI, and Xcode through group labs and video sessions.
 
Find out what’s new for Apple developers - Apple Developer Mon, 09 Jun 2025 13:10:28 GMT
Discover the latest advancements on all Apple platforms. With incredible new features in iOS, iPadOS, macOS, tvOS, visionOS, and watchOS, and major enhancements across languages, frameworks, tools, and services, you can create even more unique experiences in your apps and games.
 
Updated agreements and guidelines now available - Apple Developer Mon, 09 Jun 2025 13:00:12 GMT
The Apple Developer Program License Agreement and App Review Guidelines have been revised to support new features and updated policies, and to provide clarification. Please review the changes below.
 
Today @ WWDC25: Day 1 - Apple Developer Wed, 04 Jun 2025 23:59:40 GMT
WWDC25 is here! Watch a quick welcome video to help you get started, then dive into sessions and sign up for tomorrow’s group labs.
 
Introducing the 2025 Apple Design Award winners and finalists - Apple Developer Tue, 03 Jun 2025 15:00:56 GMT
An artistic puzzler with a wildlife twist. A translation app powered by machine learning and stickers. And a card game that’s been on quite a run. Say hello to the wildly inventive crop of 2025 Apple Design Award honorees.
 
Hello Developer: June 2025 - Apple Developer Tue, 03 Jun 2025 15:00:16 GMT
WWDC25 is just days away! Here’s everything you need to get ready — and a big announcement to start things off. Say hello to the wildly inventive crop of 2025 Apple Design Award winners and finalists.
 
Sleek peek. - Apple Developer Mon, 02 Jun 2025 14:00:09 GMT
WWDC25 is almost here! Find out how to tune in to the Keynote and Platforms State of the Union on Monday, June 9.
 
Tax and Price updates for Apps, In-App Purchases, and Subscriptions - Apple Developer Fri, 16 May 2025 14:00:46 GMT
The App Store is designed to make it easy to sell your digital goods and services globally, with support for 44 currencies across 175 storefronts.
 
Hello Developer: May 2025 - Apple Developer Tue, 06 May 2025 16:00:59 GMT
In this edition: Join us to learn how to make your apps more accessible to everyone. Plus, check out our new and refreshed Pathways, and uncover the time-traveling secrets of the Apple Design Award-winning game The Wreck.
 
Random access memories: Inside the time-shifting narrative of The Wreck - Apple Developer Tue, 06 May 2025 15:00:31 GMT
The Wreck is filed under games, but it’s also been called a visual novel, an interactive experience, and a playable movie. Florent Maurin is OK with all of it. “I like to think we’re humbly participating in expanding the idea of what a video game can be,” he says.
 
Updated guidelines now available - Apple Developer Thu, 01 May 2025 15:33:58 GMT
The App Review Guidelines have been updated for compliance with a United States court decision regarding buttons, external links, and other calls to action in apps. These changes affect apps distributed on the United States storefront of the App Store, and are reflected in updates to Guidelines 3.1.1, 3.1.1(a), 3.1.3, and 3.1.3(a).
 
Hello Developer: April 2025 - Apple Developer Tue, 08 Apr 2025 14:55:43 GMT
In this edition: Revisit foundational sessions, join us to dive into SwiftUI, and meet an Apple Design Award winner that defies description.
 
Rooms at the top: How this ADA-winning team built a title that defies description - Apple Developer Tue, 08 Apr 2025 13:00:03 GMT
Ask Jason Toff whether his Apple Design Award winner is a game or an app, and his answer is yes.
 
WWDC25: June 9-13, 2025 - Apple Developer Tue, 25 Mar 2025 14:00:37 GMT
Join the worldwide developer community online for a week of technology and creativity.
 
Assassin’s Creed Shadows comes to Mac - Apple Developer Tue, 04 Mar 2025 17:00:11 GMT
It’s an ice-cold late winter’s morning in Canada, but the offices of Ubisoft Quebec are ablaze with excitement.
 
Hello Developer: March 2025 - Apple Developer Tue, 04 Mar 2025 16:00:52 GMT
In this edition: An incredible AAA game comes to Mac. Plus, the latest on International Women’s Day activities, WeChat, and more.
 
Apple Developer is now on WeChat - Apple Developer Mon, 24 Feb 2025 23:00:51 GMT
Check out the official Apple Developer WeChat account to find news, announcements, and upcoming activities for the developer community.
 
New requirement for apps on the App Store in the European Union - Apple Developer Tue, 18 Feb 2025 15:00:39 GMT
As of today, apps without trader status have been removed from the App Store in the European Union (EU) until trader status is provided and verified by Apple.
 
New features for APNs token authentication are now available - Apple Developer Mon, 17 Feb 2025 15:00:16 GMT
You can now take advantage of upgraded security options when creating new token authentication keys for the Apple Push Notification service (APNs).
 
Upcoming changes to offers and trials for subscriptions in South Korea - Apple Developer Fri, 14 Feb 2025 16:00:06 GMT
Starting February 14, 2025, new regulatory requirements in South Korea will apply to all apps with offers and trials for auto-renewing subscriptions.
 
Tax and price updates for apps, In-App Purchases, and subscriptions - Apple Developer Thu, 06 Feb 2025 15:00:51 GMT
The App Store is designed to make it easy to sell your digital goods and services globally, with support for 44 currencies across 175 storefronts.
 
Game distribution on the App Store in Vietnam - Apple Developer Tue, 04 Feb 2025 20:00:38 GMT
The Vietnamese Ministry of Information and Communications (MIC) requires games to be licensed to remain available on the App Store in Vietnam. To learn more and apply for a game license, review the regulations.
 
Hello Developer: February 2025 - Apple Developer Tue, 04 Feb 2025 16:01:10 GMT
In this edition: The latest on developer activities, the Swift Student Challenge, the team behind Bears Gratitude, and more.
 
The good news bears: Inside the adorably unorthodox design of Bears Gratitude - Apple Developer Tue, 04 Feb 2025 16:00:26 GMT
Here’s the story of how a few little bears led their creators right to an Apple Design Award.
 
Apply for the Swift Student Challenge now through February 23 - Apple Developer Mon, 03 Feb 2025 15:00:46 GMT
Submissions for the Swift Student Challenge 2025 are now open through February 23. You have three more weeks to design, test, refine, and submit your app playground for consideration to be named one of 350 winners.
 
Introducing the Advanced Commerce API - Apple Developer Thu, 23 Jan 2025 15:00:50 GMT
The App Store facilitates billions of transactions annually to help developers grow their businesses and provide a world-class customer experience. To further support developers’ evolving business models — such as exceptionally large content catalogs, creator experiences, and subscriptions with optional add-ons — we’re introducing the Advanced Commerce API.
 
Apps without trader status will be removed from the App Store in the EU - Apple Developer Thu, 16 Jan 2025 16:00:29 GMT
Starting February 17, 2025: Due to the European Union’s Digital Services Act, apps without trader status will be removed from the App Store in the European Union until trader status is provided and verified, if necessary.
 
Reminder: Upcoming Changes to the App Store Receipt Signing Intermediate Certificate - Apple Developer Thu, 16 Jan 2025 15:00:48 GMT
As part of ongoing efforts to improve security and privacy on Apple platforms, the App Store receipt signing intermediate certificate is being updated to use the SHA-256 cryptographic algorithm. This certificate is used to sign App Store receipts, which are the proof of purchase for apps and In-App Purchases.
 
Algorithm changes to server connections for Apple Pay on the Web - Apple Developer Thu, 09 Jan 2025 16:00:14 GMT
Starting next month, Apple will change the supported algorithms that secure server connections for Apple Pay on the Web. In order to maintain uninterrupted service, you’ll need to ensure that your production servers support one or more of the designated six ciphers before February 4, 2025.
 
Hello Developer: January 2025 - Apple Developer Tue, 07 Jan 2025 16:00:19 GMT
In the first edition of the new year: Bring SwiftUI to your app in Cupertino, get ready for the Swift Student Challenge, meet the team behind Oko, and more.
 
Walk this way: How Oko leverages AI to make street crossings more accessible - Apple Developer Tue, 07 Jan 2025 16:00:06 GMT
Oko is a testament to the power of simplicity.
 
Hello Developer: December 2024 - Apple Developer Tue, 03 Dec 2024 16:00:42 GMT
In this edition: The year in sessions, activities, apps, and games.
 
Get your apps and games ready for the holidays - Apple Developer Mon, 02 Dec 2024 15:00:45 GMT
The busiest season on the App Store is almost here. Make sure your apps and games are up to date and ready.
 
Price and tax updates for apps, In-App Purchases, and subscriptions - Apple Developer Thu, 14 Nov 2024 22:00:47 GMT
The App Store is designed to make it easy to sell your digital goods and services globally, with support for 44 currencies across 175 storefronts.
 
Enhancements to the App Store featuring process - Apple Developer Tue, 12 Nov 2024 15:00:19 GMT
Share your app or game’s upcoming content and enhancements for App Store featuring consideration with new Featuring Nominations in App Store Connect. Submit a nomination to tell our team about a new launch, in-app content, or added functionality. If you’re featured in select placements on the Today tab, you’ll also receive a notification via the App Store Connect app.
 
New Broadcast Push Notification Metrics Now Available in the Push Notifications Console - Apple Developer Mon, 11 Nov 2024 15:00:29 GMT
The Push Notifications Console now includes metrics for broadcast push notifications sent in the Apple Push Notification service (APNs) production environment. The console’s interface provides an aggregated view of the broadcast push notifications that are successfully accepted by APNs, the number of devices that receive them, and a snapshot of the maximum number of devices subscribed to your channels.
 
Coding in the kitchen: How Devin Davies whipped up the tasty recipe app Crouton - Apple Developer Mon, 04 Nov 2024 16:00:36 GMT
Let’s get this out of the way: Yes, Devin Davies is an excellent cook. “I’m not, like, a professional or anything,” he says, in the way that people say they’re not good at something when they are.
 
Hello Developer: November 2024 - Apple Developer Mon, 04 Nov 2024 16:00:07 GMT
In this edition: The Swift Pathway, new developer activities around the world, and an interview with the creator of recipe app Crouton.
 
Upcoming changes to the App Store Receipt Signing Intermediate Certificate - Apple Developer Thu, 31 Oct 2024 14:00:39 GMT
As part of ongoing efforts to improve security and privacy on Apple platforms, the App Store receipt signing intermediate certificate is being updated to use the SHA-256 cryptographic algorithm. This certificate is used to sign App Store receipts, which are the proof of purchase for apps and In-App Purchases.
 
TestFlight enhancements to help you reach testers - Apple Developer Thu, 24 Oct 2024 13:00:41 GMT
Beta testing your apps, games, and App Clips is even better with new enhancements to TestFlight. Updates include:
 
Updated agreements now available - Apple Developer Wed, 23 Oct 2024 12:50:17 GMT
The Apple Developer Program License Agreement and its Schedules 1, 2, and 3 have been updated to support updated policies and upcoming features, and to provide clarification. Please review the changes below and accept the updated terms in your account.
 
New requirement for app updates in the European Union - Apple Developer Thu, 17 Oct 2024 16:10:19 GMT
Starting today, in order to submit updates for apps on the App Store in the European Union (EU) Account Holders or Admins in the Apple Developer Program need to enter trader status in App Store Connect. If you’re a trader, you’ll need to provide your trader information before you can submit your app for review.
 
Apple Push Notification service server certificate update - Apple Developer Thu, 17 Oct 2024 16:00:41 GMT
The Certification Authority (CA) for Apple Push Notification service (APNs) is changing. APNs will update the server certificates in sandbox on January 20, 2025, and in production on February 24, 2025. All developers using APNs will need to update their application’s Trust Store to include the new server certificate: SHA-2 Root : USERTrust RSA Certification Authority certificate.
 
Hello Developer: October 2024 - Apple Developer Thu, 10 Oct 2024 15:01:36 GMT
Get your app up to speed, meet the team behind Lies of P, explore new student resources, and more.
 
Masters of puppets: How ROUND8 Studio carved out a niche for Lies of P - Apple Developer Thu, 10 Oct 2024 15:00:50 GMT
Lies of P is closer to its surprising source material than you might think.
 
Announcing the Swift Student Challenge 2025 - Apple Developer Tue, 08 Oct 2024 12:01:37 GMT
We’re thrilled to announce the Swift Student Challenge 2025. The Challenge provides the next generation of student developers the opportunity to showcase their creativity and coding skills by building app playgrounds with Swift.
 
Upcoming regional age ratings in Australia and France - Apple Developer Thu, 26 Sep 2024 15:00:01 GMT
Apple is committed to making the App Store a safe place for everyone — especially kids. Within the next few months, the following regional age ratings for Australia and France will be implemented in accordance with local laws. No action is needed on your part. Where required by local regulations, regional ratings will appear alongside Apple global age ratings.
 
Update on iPadOS 18 apps distributed in the European Union - Apple Developer Fri, 13 Sep 2024 07:00:18 GMT
The App Review Guidelines have been revised to add iPadOS to Notarization.
 
Win-back offers for auto-renewable subscriptions now available - Apple Developer Tue, 10 Sep 2024 14:00:08 GMT
You can now configure win-back offers — a new type of offer for auto-renewable subscriptions — in App Store Connect. Win-back offers allow you to reach previous subscribers and encourage them to resubscribe to your app or game. For example, you can create a pay up front offer for a reduced subscription price of $9.99 for six months, with a standard renewal price of $39.99 per year. Based on your offer configuration, Apple displays these offers to eligible customers in various places, including:
 
Hello Developer: September 2024 - Apple Developer Tue, 03 Sep 2024 14:00:47 GMT
Get your apps ready by digging into these video sessions and resources.
 
Behind the Design: The rhythms of Rytmos - Apple Developer Tue, 03 Sep 2024 13:59:53 GMT
Rytmos is a game that sounds as good as it looks.
 
It’s Glowtime. - Apple Developer Mon, 26 Aug 2024 15:00:01 GMT
Join us for a special Apple Event on September 9 at 10 a.m. PT.
 
Upcoming changes to the browser choice screen, default apps, and app deletion for EU users - Apple Developer Thu, 22 Aug 2024 14:00:36 GMT
By the end of this year, we’ll make changes to the browser choice screen, default apps, and app deletion for iOS and iPadOS for users in the EU. These updates come from our ongoing and continuing dialogue with the European Commission about compliance with the Digital Market Act’s requirements in these areas.
 
Upcoming requirements for app distribution in the European Union - Apple Developer Thu, 15 Aug 2024 16:00:14 GMT
As a reminder, Account Holders or Admins in the Apple Developer Program need to enter trader status in App Store Connect for apps on the App Store in the European Union (EU) in order to comply with the Digital Services Act.
 
Apple Entrepreneur Camp applications are now open - Apple Developer Tue, 13 Aug 2024 14:00:33 GMT
Apple Entrepreneur Camp supports underrepresented founders and developers, and encourages the pipeline and longevity of these entrepreneurs in technology. Attendees benefit from one-on-one code-level guidance, receive unprecedented access to Apple engineers and experts, and become part of the extended global network of Apple Entrepreneur Camp alumni.
 
Updates to the StoreKit External Purchase Link Entitlement - Apple Developer Thu, 08 Aug 2024 14:00:20 GMT
In response to the announcement by the European Commission in June, we’re making the following changes to Apple’s Digital Markets Act compliance plan. We’re introducing updated terms that will apply this fall for developers with apps in the European Union storefronts of the App Store that use the StoreKit External Purchase Link Entitlement. Key changes include:
 
Hello Developer: August 2024 - Apple Developer Tue, 06 Aug 2024 15:01:16 GMT
Explore the latest developer activities — including sessions, consultations, and labs — all around the world.
 
Behind the Design: Creating the make-believe magic of Lost in Play - Apple Developer Tue, 06 Aug 2024 15:00:48 GMT
Lost in Play is a game created by and for people who love to play make-believe.
 
Updates to runtime protection in macOS Sequoia - Apple Developer Tue, 06 Aug 2024 13:00:37 GMT
In macOS Sequoia, users will no longer be able to Control-click to override Gatekeeper when opening software that isn’t signed correctly or notarized. They’ll need to visit System Settings > Privacy & Security to review security information for software before allowing it to run.
 
Hello Developer: July 2024 - Apple Developer Thu, 11 Jul 2024 15:00:13 GMT
Our doors are open. Join us to explore all the new sessions, documentation, and features through online and in-person activities held in 15 cities around the world.
 
Behind the Design: How Gentler Streak approaches fitness with “humanity“ - Apple Developer Thu, 11 Jul 2024 14:59:27 GMT
Gentler Streak is a different kind of fitness tracker. In fact, to hear cofounder and CEO Katarina Lotrič tell it, it’s not really a fitness tracker at all.
 
Alternative payment options in the EU in visionOS 1.2 - Apple Developer Mon, 01 Jul 2024 13:00:58 GMT
Alternative payment options are now supported starting in visionOS 1.2 for apps distributed on the App Store in the EU.
 
Changes for apps in the EU now available in iPadOS 18 beta 2 - Apple Developer Mon, 24 Jun 2024 15:00:12 GMT
The changes for apps in the European Union (EU), currently available to iOS users in the 27 EU member countries, can now be tested in iPadOS 18 beta 2 with Xcode 16 beta 2.
 
The App Store on Apple Vision Pro expands to new markets - Apple Developer Tue, 18 Jun 2024 10:00:46 GMT
Apple Vision Pro will launch in China mainland, Hong Kong, Japan, and Singapore on June 28 and in Australia, Canada, France, Germany, and the United Kingdom on July 12. Your apps and games will be automatically available on the App Store in regions you’ve selected in App Store Connect.
 
Upcoming regional age ratings in Australia and South Korea - Apple Developer Tue, 18 Jun 2024 09:06:41 GMT
Apple is committed to making sure that the App Store is a safe place for everyone — especially kids. Within the next few months, you’ll need to indicate in App Store Connect if your app includes loot boxes available for purchase. In addition, a regional age rating based on local laws will automatically appear on the product page of the apps listed below on the App Store in Australia and South Korea. No other action is needed. Regional age ratings appear in addition to Apple global age ratings.
 
WWDC24 resources and survey - Apple Developer Fri, 14 Jun 2024 19:00:32 GMT
Thank you to everyone who joined us for an amazing week. We hope you found value, connection, and fun. You can continue to:
 
WWDC24 highlights - Apple Developer Fri, 14 Jun 2024 15:00:59 GMT
Browse the biggest moments from an incredible week of sessions.
 
Today @ WWDC24: Day 5 - Apple Developer Fri, 14 Jun 2024 14:00:05 GMT
Explore the highlights.
 
Today @ WWDC24: Day 4 - Apple Developer Thu, 13 Jun 2024 14:00:00 GMT
Find out what’s new across Apple platforms.
 
Today @ WWDC24: Day 3 - Apple Developer Wed, 12 Jun 2024 14:00:17 GMT
Explore new Swift and SwiftUI sessions.
 
Today @ WWDC24: Day 2 - Apple Developer Tue, 11 Jun 2024 14:00:34 GMT
Explore everything announced at WWDC24 >
 
Find out what’s new and download beta releases - Apple Developer Mon, 10 Jun 2024 17:30:09 GMT
Discover the latest advancements across Apple platforms, including the all-new Apple Intelligence, that can help you create even more powerful, intuitive, and unique experiences.
 
Explore new documentation and sample code from WWDC24 - Apple Developer Mon, 10 Jun 2024 15:00:39 GMT
Browse new and updated documentation and sample code to learn about the latest technologies, frameworks, and APIs introduced at WWDC24.
 
WWDC24 Design guide - Apple Developer Mon, 10 Jun 2024 14:00:57 GMT
Discover how this year’s design announcements can help make your app shine on Apple platforms.
 
WWDC24 Swift guide - Apple Developer Mon, 10 Jun 2024 14:00:46 GMT
Your guide to everything new in Swift, related tools, and supporting frameworks.
 
Today @ WWDC24: Day 1 - Apple Developer Mon, 10 Jun 2024 14:00:31 GMT
Keynote
 
WWDC24 SwiftUI & UI Frameworks guide - Apple Developer Mon, 10 Jun 2024 14:00:31 GMT
Design and build your apps like never before.
 
WWDC24 Developer Tools guide - Apple Developer Mon, 10 Jun 2024 14:00:30 GMT
Explore a wave of updates to developer tools that make building apps and games easier and more efficient than ever.
 
WWDC24 iOS & iPadOS guide - Apple Developer Mon, 10 Jun 2024 14:00:26 GMT
Your guide to all the new features and tools for building apps for iPhone and iPad.
 
WWDC24 Machine Learning & AI guide - Apple Developer Mon, 10 Jun 2024 14:00:24 GMT
Bring personal intelligence to your apps.
 
WWDC24 Games guide - Apple Developer Mon, 10 Jun 2024 14:00:22 GMT
Create the next generation of games for millions of players worldwide.
 
WWDC24 watchOS guide - Apple Developer Mon, 10 Jun 2024 14:00:17 GMT
Your guide to all the new features and tools for building apps for Apple Watch.
 
WWDC24 sessions schedule, lab requests, guides, and documentation now available - Apple Developer Mon, 10 Jun 2024 14:00:13 GMT
WWDC24 is here! Here’s how to make the most of your week:
 
WWDC24 visionOS guide - Apple Developer Mon, 10 Jun 2024 14:00:07 GMT
The infinite canvas is waiting for you.
 
Hello Developer: June 2024 - Apple Developer Thu, 06 Jun 2024 14:30:21 GMT
With WWDC24 just days away, there’s a lot of ground to cover, so let’s get right to it.
 
Watch the WWDC24 Keynote - Apple Developer Thu, 06 Jun 2024 14:00:04 GMT
WWDC24
 
Watch the WWDC24 Platforms State of the Union - Apple Developer Thu, 06 Jun 2024 13:58:11 GMT
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Introducing the 2024 Apple Design Award winners - Apple Developer Thu, 06 Jun 2024 07:10:16 GMT
Every year, the Apple Design Awards recognize innovation, ingenuity, and technical achievement in app and game design.
 
Action packed. - Apple Developer Mon, 03 Jun 2024 13:00:50 GMT
One week to go. Don’t miss the exciting reveal of the latest Apple software and technologies.
 
Introducing the 2024 Apple Design Award finalists - Apple Developer Tue, 28 May 2024 15:30:09 GMT
Every year, the Apple Design Awards recognize innovation, ingenuity, and technical achievement in app and game design.
 
Coming in swiftly. - Apple Developer Tue, 28 May 2024 15:00:28 GMT
Join the worldwide developer community for an incredible week of technology and creativity — all online and free. WWDC24 takes place from June 10-14.
 
Check out the new Apple Developer Forums - Apple Developer Thu, 23 May 2024 15:00:11 GMT
The Apple Developer Forums have been redesigned for WWDC24 to help developers connect with Apple experts, engineers, and each other to find answers and get advice.
 
Hello Developer: May 2024 - Apple Developer Thu, 09 May 2024 15:01:13 GMT
It won’t be long now! WWDC24 takes place online from June 10 through 14, and we’re here to help you get ready for the biggest developer event of the year. In this edition:
 
Q&A with the SharePlay team - Apple Developer Thu, 09 May 2024 15:00:46 GMT
SharePlay is all about creating meaningful shared experiences in your app. By taking advantage of SharePlay, your app can provide a real-time connection that synchronizes everything from media playback to 3D models to collaborative tools across iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple TV, and Apple Vision Pro. We caught up with the SharePlay team to ask about creating great SharePlay experiences, spatial Personas, that magic “shockwave” effect, and more.
 
‘I taught myself’: Tucker MacDonald and the rise of Tide Guide - Apple Developer Thu, 09 May 2024 15:00:41 GMT
Lots of apps have great origin stories, but the tale of Tucker MacDonald and Tide Guide seems tailor-made for the Hollywood treatment. It begins in the dawn hours on Cape Cod, where a school-age MacDonald first learned to fish with his grandfather.