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More than half of all "long shot" bets on Polymarket pay off - ArsTechnica Thu, 30 Apr 2026 13:16:04 GMT
Sensitive information and the prediction markets can be a winning combination.
 
Alphabet rides AI surge as revenue and profit crush expectations - TechSpot Thu, 30 Apr 2026 13:16:00 GMT

Much of Alphabet's momentum is tied to AI, particularly inside Google Cloud. The division brought in $20 billion in revenue, ahead of the $18.4 billion analysts had projected, and showed what the company called a "meaningful acceleration in growth." Just as notable, its backlog – future revenue under contract –...

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Casa, which uses lidar scanners and AI to catalog homes and manage proactive maintenance alongside human workers, raised $27M, including a $20M Series A (Michael J. de la Merced/New York Times) - Techmeme Thu, 30 Apr 2026 13:11:01 GMT

Michael J. de la Merced / New York Times:
Casa, which uses lidar scanners and AI to catalog homes and manage proactive maintenance alongside human workers, raised $27M, including a $20M Series A — Casa, a company founded by former Uber executives, says it uses artificial intelligence and a stable of handymen to take care of members' homes.

 
Sources: London-based DAZN agrees to acquire ViewLift, which builds tech for streaming services for 15 professional US sports teams and others, for ~$100M (Isabella Simonetti/Wall Street Journal) - Techmeme Thu, 30 Apr 2026 13:02:43 GMT

Isabella Simonetti / Wall Street Journal:
Sources: London-based DAZN agrees to acquire ViewLift, which builds tech for streaming services for 15 professional US sports teams and others, for ~$100M — DAZN is seeking to expand its reach within the U.S. — Sports media company DAZN has agreed to buy technology company ViewLift …

 
Spotify's new verification badge shows that music is not AI-generated - Engadget Thu, 30 Apr 2026 13:00:00 GMT
"Verified by Spotify" will start rolling out over the coming weeks.
 
Polymarket partners with Chainalysis to deploy detection models to "surface patterns consistent with insider knowledge in prediction markets" and other tools (Bloomberg) - Techmeme Thu, 30 Apr 2026 12:55:01 GMT

Bloomberg:
Polymarket partners with Chainalysis to deploy detection models to “surface patterns consistent with insider knowledge in prediction markets” and other tools — Polymarket is partnering with blockchain analytics firm Chainalysis Inc. to help police its platform as prediction markets grapple …

 
Meta's AI bill keeps growing as spending forecast jumps to $145 billion - TechSpot Thu, 30 Apr 2026 12:46:00 GMT

CEO Mark Zuckerberg said most of Meta's spending increase was due to higher component costs and additional data center costs to "support future-year capacity."

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Iran's internet blackout, which costs an estimated $80M per day in economic damage, is dividing its military and civilian government, which opposes the measure (Patrick Sykes/Bloomberg) - Techmeme Thu, 30 Apr 2026 12:25:01 GMT

Patrick Sykes / Bloomberg:
Iran's internet blackout, which costs an estimated $80M per day in economic damage, is dividing its military and civilian government, which opposes the measure — Iran's record internet blackout is emerging as a key dividing line between the country's powerful security apparatus and its civilian government …

 
Instagram is expanding its recommendation restrictions beyond Reels to photos and carousels, targeting accounts that post unoriginal content like tweet roundups (Mia Sato/The Verge) - Techmeme Thu, 30 Apr 2026 12:10:15 GMT

Mia Sato / The Verge:
Instagram is expanding its recommendation restrictions beyond Reels to photos and carousels, targeting accounts that post unoriginal content like tweet roundups — The internet is full of copycat, stolen, reposted, and low-effort content — and Meta, at least publicly, has said it is working to cut off some of the reach.

 
Apple is giving up on the Vision Pro after weak sales, and high return rates - TechSpot Thu, 30 Apr 2026 12:03:00 GMT

Sources have informed MacRumors that Apple has ceased development of the Vision Pro after last year's upgraded model failed to lift lukewarm sales. Apple reportedly cut production dramatically soon after launching the AR headset in 2024 and sold only a few hundred thousand units in total.

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You're Using Your Exercise Bike Wrong if You Do These 9 Things - CNET Thu, 30 Apr 2026 12:01:03 GMT
We asked the cycling experts to weigh in on how you could unknowingly be sabotaging your own exercise bike workouts.
 
Motorola Razr Fold vs. Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold: Key Specs Compared - CNET Thu, 30 Apr 2026 12:00:59 GMT
Here are the main differences between the two book-style foldables.
 
Getting Rid of Your Old Tech Soon? Here's How to Get Paid for It - CNET Thu, 30 Apr 2026 12:00:00 GMT
Not enough US adults are trading in tech for extra cash, according to CNET's latest findings. Here's how you can cash in.
 
Best Gifts for Hikers, Backpackers, Outdoorsy People (2026) - Wired Thu, 30 Apr 2026 12:00:00 GMT
Let them pick out their own hiking boots. Instead, try gifting a useful blade or a nature journal to delight your outdoorsy friend.
 
Nearly Half of US Adults Have Considered Secondhand Tech, CNET Finds. Here's What's Motivating Them - CNET Thu, 30 Apr 2026 12:00:00 GMT
Some US adults say new models can be expensive, but RAM storage is pushing refurbished device prices higher.
 
Instagram's recommendation algorithm will penalize 'unoriginal' photo and carousel posts - Engadget Thu, 30 Apr 2026 12:00:00 GMT
Meme creators and others who don't make "material" edits could get their reach throttled by Meta.
 
I Took Amnezia's VPN for a Spin. Now I See the Appeal of Virtual Private Networks - CNET Thu, 30 Apr 2026 11:45:52 GMT
WhatsApp has cited Amnezia as a VPN provider worth checking out. So that's what I did.
 
Study: long-shot Polymarket bets on military action, defined as wagers of $2,500+ at odds of <35%, have an average ~52% win rate, above 25% for political bets (Financial Times) - Techmeme Thu, 30 Apr 2026 11:45:01 GMT

Financial Times:
Study: long-shot Polymarket bets on military action, defined as wagers of $2,500+ at odds of <35%, have an average ~52% win rate, above 25% for political bets — High rate of winning wagers likely to add to concerns that sensitive information can leak on prediction markets

 
Critical cPanel and WHM bug exploited as a zero-day, PoC now available - Bleeping Computer Thu, 30 Apr 2026 11:40:31 GMT
The critical CVE-2026-41940 authentication bypass vulnerability in cPanel, WHM, and WP Squared is being actively exploited in the wild and has been leveraged in attempts since late February. [...]
 
Netomi, which builds AI for enterprise customer service, raised $110M led by Accenture Ventures and signs a deal to bring its platform to Accenture clients (Michael Nuñez/VentureBeat) - Techmeme Thu, 30 Apr 2026 11:30:03 GMT

Michael Nuñez / VentureBeat:
Netomi, which builds AI for enterprise customer service, raised $110M led by Accenture Ventures and signs a deal to bring its platform to Accenture clients — Netomi, the San Francisco-based startup building AI systems for enterprise customer service, said Thursday that it has raised $110 million …

 
Goal Zero Yeti 1500 Power Station Review (2026): More Power, Better Chemistry - Wired Thu, 30 Apr 2026 11:30:00 GMT
Goal Zero’s new Yeti 1500 power station charges faster and has more juice to keep you powered up, no matter where you are.
 
Police dismantles 9 crypto scam centers, arrests 276 suspects - Bleeping Computer Thu, 30 Apr 2026 11:21:02 GMT
A joint international operation involving U.S. and Chinese authorities arrested at least 276 suspects and shut down nine cryptocurrency investment fraud centers. [...]
 
Florida Republicans reject plan to weaken childhood vaccine requirements - ArsTechnica Thu, 30 Apr 2026 11:15:43 GMT
DeSantis had called for a special session to take up the proposed changes.
 
Sergey Brin-backed Building a Better California says two ballot countermeasures to the proposed wealth tax are on track to qualify for the November ballot (Laura J. Nelson/Wall Street Journal) - Techmeme Thu, 30 Apr 2026 11:15:01 GMT

Laura J. Nelson / Wall Street Journal:
Sergey Brin-backed Building a Better California says two ballot countermeasures to the proposed wealth tax are on track to qualify for the November ballot — Two ballot initiatives funded in part by the Google co-founder that take aim at portions of a proposed wealth tax are on track to qualify

 
Xbox revenue falls again as hardware sales suffer another massive decline - TechSpot Thu, 30 Apr 2026 11:15:00 GMT

The latest quarter marks the third in a row in which Xbox content and services revenue has fallen. Microsoft writes that the 5% YoY fall was partly due to the strong performance of first-party games during the same quarter a year ago. The company is likely referencing the continuing driving...

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The hidden cost of Google’s AI defaults and the illusion of choice - Ars Technica - Google Thu, 30 Apr 2026 11:00:31 GMT
The hidden cost of Google’s AI defaults and the illusion of choice Ars Technica
 
The hidden cost of Google's AI defaults and the illusion of choice - ArsTechnica Thu, 30 Apr 2026 11:00:31 GMT
Google says it respects user privacy in AI, but the reality is not so black and white.
 
Transcribing the Source of the First DOS for the IBM PC - Hack a Day Thu, 30 Apr 2026 11:00:05 GMT
Doing software archaeology can be a harrowing task, as rarely do you find complete snapshots of particular versions of software. Case in point the development of MS-DOS – also known …read more
 
OpenAI says its models, starting with GPT-5.1, "increasingly mentioned goblins, gremlins, and other creatures", leading to prompt instructions to mitigate it (OpenAI) - Techmeme Thu, 30 Apr 2026 11:00:01 GMT

OpenAI:
OpenAI says its models, starting with GPT-5.1, “increasingly mentioned goblins, gremlins, and other creatures”, leading to prompt instructions to mitigate it — Starting with GPT-5.1, our models began developing a strange habit: they increasingly mentioned goblins, gremlins, and other creatures in their metaphors.

 
As a Fitness Expert, This Is the Only Smart Ring I’d Give My Mom This Mother’s Day - CNET Thu, 30 Apr 2026 11:00:00 GMT
There are many smart rings on the market, but only one has impressed me.
 
This Summer, the American Water Crisis Becomes Real - Wired Thu, 30 Apr 2026 11:00:00 GMT
Concern over water access are poised to consume summer in the US, as crises in Corpus Christi and across the Colorado River threaten to boil over.
 
Use Gmail’s ‘Manage Subscriptions’ Tool to Cut Down on Inbox Clutter - Wired Thu, 30 Apr 2026 11:00:00 GMT
Find and remove newsletter subscriptions more easily using Gmail’s built-in tools for organizing bulk emails.
 
Sources: strong AI demand in China nearly doubles prices for Nvidia's B300 servers to ~$1M each, as a crackdown on chip smuggling dries up black market supply (Reuters) - Techmeme Thu, 30 Apr 2026 10:45:02 GMT

Reuters:
Sources: strong AI demand in China nearly doubles prices for Nvidia's B300 servers to ~$1M each, as a crackdown on chip smuggling dries up black market supply — Strong demand for AI computing equipment in China has nearly doubled prices for Nvidia's B300 servers to about 7 million yuan …

 
In 1987, a Student Set Out to Fix a Mac Problem. The Code Spiraled Out of Control, and He Ended up Creating "Photoshop" - The Daily Galaxy - Google Thu, 30 Apr 2026 10:45:00 GMT
In 1987, a Student Set Out to Fix a Mac Problem. The Code Spiraled Out of Control, and He Ended up Creating "Photoshop" The Daily Galaxy
 
EufyMake E1 UV Printer Review (2026): Add 3D Texture to Mugs, Magnets, and More - Wired Thu, 30 Apr 2026 10:31:00 GMT
The UV printer lets you customize on almost anything, but it basically needs its own bedroom and probably can’t make rent.
 
Samsung projects that the memory shortage will worsen in 2027 as customers are already placing orders for next year, leading to a wider supply gap than in 2026 (Kim Jaewon/Nikkei Asia) - Techmeme Thu, 30 Apr 2026 10:30:02 GMT

Kim Jaewon / Nikkei Asia:
Samsung projects that the memory shortage will worsen in 2027 as customers are already placing orders for next year, leading to a wider supply gap than in 2026 — SEOUL — Samsung Electronics is warning that the global memory chip shortage will worsen next year as anxious customers …

 
These Men Allegedly Profit Off Teaching People How to Make AI Porn - Wired Thu, 30 Apr 2026 10:30:00 GMT
Three Arizona women have filed a lawsuit against a group of men that alleges they used the women’s photos to make AI porn influencers, then offered online courses showing others how to do it.
 
How Kosovo's tech industry, driven by local companies like business outsource provider SPEEEX, is helping cut youth unemployment and changing Pristina's skyline (Bloomberg) - Techmeme Thu, 30 Apr 2026 10:15:04 GMT

Bloomberg:
How Kosovo's tech industry, driven by local companies like business outsource provider SPEEEX, is helping cut youth unemployment and changing Pristina's skyline — From the rooftop terrace of Kosovo's innovation center, Shpend Lila pointed out a red-brick building on a recent weekday morning.

 
GM is pushing Google Gemini AI to 4 million vehicles via OTA updates - TechSpot Thu, 30 Apr 2026 10:15:00 GMT

The update replaces the current Google Assistant experience with a more advanced system designed to handle natural-language interactions. GM described the update as "one of the largest deployments of Gemini in the industry," adding that "customers will notice an upgrade from the current Google Assistant to a smarter, more intuitive...

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I Replaced Microsoft 365 With This Free Program, and I'm Happy With the Switch - CNET Thu, 30 Apr 2026 10:01:22 GMT
Save money on an offline word processor with LibreOffice, and it doesn't have a default AI assistant.
 
90,000 Screenshots of One Celebrity's Phone Were Exposed Online - Wired Thu, 30 Apr 2026 10:00:00 GMT
Spyware appears to have captured everything from intimate photos to private messages from the smartphone of European celebrity. They were publicly accessible until a researcher flagged the exposure.
 
Motorola Moto G Stylus 2026 Review: Better Pen, Higher Price - Wired Thu, 30 Apr 2026 10:00:00 GMT
The Moto G Stylus doesn't quite match its peers, but it has niche features you won't find on most phones.
 
Sony confirms some digital PS4 and PS5 games require owners to do a one-time online license check "to confirm the game's license", likely to combat refund scams (Gabe Gurwin/GameSpot) - Techmeme Thu, 30 Apr 2026 10:00:00 GMT

Gabe Gurwin / GameSpot:
Sony confirms some digital PS4 and PS5 games require owners to do a one-time online license check “to confirm the game's license”, likely to combat refund scams — The problem appears to be affecting both PS4 and PS5 games purchased after March 2026.

 
Finding 'hidden sperm': New technique offers hope to men previously told they were infertile - BBC - Google Thu, 30 Apr 2026 10:00:00 GMT
Finding 'hidden sperm': New technique offers hope to men previously told they were infertile BBC
 
European software companies, including SAP, Capgemini, Nemetschek, Hexagon, and Dassault, report better-than-expected earnings despite AI fears and the Iran war (Chloe Meley/Bloomberg) - Techmeme Thu, 30 Apr 2026 09:45:14 GMT

Chloe Meley / Bloomberg:
European software companies, including SAP, Capgemini, Nemetschek, Hexagon, and Dassault, report better-than-expected earnings despite AI fears and the Iran war — Europe's software companies are doing better than expected this earnings season, brushing off fears around artificial intelligence …

 
The Eve Aqua Smart Water Controller Lets You Water Your Garden From Your Phone - Wired Thu, 30 Apr 2026 09:32:00 GMT
No need to excavate an in-ground irrigation system once you install this fixture onto your home’s spigot—you just have to figure out how to use the connected app.
 
The Person Behind Those Viral Polycule Ads Says It’s Just a Joke - Wired Thu, 30 Apr 2026 09:30:00 GMT
No, the flyers weren’t part of a secret scheme to promote anything.
 
New Linux 'Copy Fail' Vulnerability Enables Root Access on Major Distributions - The Hacker News - Google Thu, 30 Apr 2026 09:24:00 GMT
  1. New Linux 'Copy Fail' Vulnerability Enables Root Access on Major Distributions The Hacker News
  2. Linux cryptographic code flaw offers fast route to root theregister.com
  3. Easily Exploitable ‘Pack2TheRoot’ Linux Vulnerability Leads to Root Access SecurityWeek
  4. Linux Kernel 0-Day "Copy Fail" Roots Every Major Distribution Since 2017 CyberSecurityNews
  5. Pack2TheRoot (CVE-2026-41651): Critical Local Privilege Escalation Vulnerability in PackageKit Grants Root Access on Major Linux Distributions Rescana
 
PlayStation now requires a ‘one-time online check’ to confirm you own a game - The Verge - Google Thu, 30 Apr 2026 09:18:51 GMT
  1. PlayStation now requires a ‘one-time online check’ to confirm you own a game The Verge
  2. PlayStation Users Report New Online License Checks, But Sony Quells Concerns GameSpot
  3. Sony's New DRM Appears To Be a Refund Scam Workaround TechPowerUp
  4. Sony Clarifies PS5, PS4 License Changes, Introduces New One-Time Game Check PCMag
  5. Beware: New PS5 Games May Stop Working Offline After 30 Days extremetech.com
 
Is It Too Expensive to Sell a House? - The New York Times - Google Thu, 30 Apr 2026 09:02:26 GMT
Is It Too Expensive to Sell a House? The New York Times
 
Today's NYT Mini Crossword Answers for Thursday, April 30 - CNET Thu, 30 Apr 2026 09:01:06 GMT
Here are the answers for The New York Times Mini Crossword for April 30
 
Today's NYT Strands Hints, Answers and Help for April 30 #788 - CNET Thu, 30 Apr 2026 09:01:05 GMT
Here are hints and answers for the NYT Strands puzzle for April 30, No. 788.
 
Today's NYT Connections: Sports Edition Hints and Answers for April 30, #583 - CNET Thu, 30 Apr 2026 09:01:05 GMT
Here are hints and the answers for the NYT Connections: Sports Edition puzzle for April 30 No. 583.
 
Today's NYT Connections Hints, Answers and Help for April 30, #1054 - CNET Thu, 30 Apr 2026 09:01:04 GMT
Here are some hints and the answers for the NYT Connections puzzle for April 30 #1054
 
Today's Wordle Hints, Answer and Help for April 30, #1776 - CNET Thu, 30 Apr 2026 09:01:03 GMT
Here are hints and the answer for today's Wordle for April 30, No. 1,776.
 
The Biggest Myth About Tap Water, According to a Water Quality Scientist - CNET Thu, 30 Apr 2026 09:00:43 GMT
Wishful thinking and a taste test won't tell you much about your drinking water. Here are the most common contaminants found in everyday tap.
 
YouTube's picture-in-picture mode is rolling out to all users worldwide - Engadget Thu, 30 Apr 2026 09:00:06 GMT
It will be available to everyone, not just Premium users.
 
YouTube's Picture-In-Picture Mode Is Rolling Out To All Users Worldwide - Engadget - Google Thu, 30 Apr 2026 09:00:06 GMT
  1. YouTube's Picture-In-Picture Mode Is Rolling Out To All Users Worldwide Engadget
  2. YouTube starts rolling out free picture-in-picture (PiP) globally on Android, iOS 9to5Google
  3. YouTube Bringing Free Picture-in-Picture to iPhone Users Outside the U.S. MacRumors
  4. YouTube Gives Everyone One of Its Best Features for Free Droid Life
  5. YouTube wants to stay on your screen — even when you leave the app Gulf News
 
Reid Hoffman Thinks Doctors Should Ask AI for a Second Opinion - Wired Thu, 30 Apr 2026 09:00:00 GMT
The LinkedIn cofounder now has an AI drug discovery startup—and thinks not asking chatbots for medical advice is “bordering on committing malpractice.”
 
Building an x86 Gaming PC Without Intel, NVIDIA or AMD parts - Hack a Day Thu, 30 Apr 2026 08:00:14 GMT
This is an interesting challenge from the “why not?” files — [GPUSpecs] over on YouTube built a gaming PC without using a single component from NVIDIA, Intel, or AMD. That …read more
 
Sony says your PlayStation won't check for game licenses every 30 days - Engadget Thu, 30 Apr 2026 07:41:22 GMT
Rumors that Sony's new digital rights management (DRM) system might check PlayStation game licenses every 30 days appear not to be true.
 
Dear Abby: I haven’t spoken to my family in five years, my heart is broken - New York Post - Google Thu, 30 Apr 2026 07:00:00 GMT
Dear Abby: I haven’t spoken to my family in five years, my heart is broken New York Post
 
Analysis: Meta, Alphabet, Microsoft, and Amazon's capex combined hit a record $130B in Q1, and it is set to reach $725B in 2026, up 77% from $410B in 2025 (Financial Times) - Techmeme Thu, 30 Apr 2026 06:45:01 GMT

Financial Times:
Analysis: Meta, Alphabet, Microsoft, and Amazon's capex combined hit a record $130B in Q1, and it is set to reach $725B in 2026, up 77% from $410B in 2025 — Meta stock drops on capex increase while Alphabet's cloud business grows faster than rivals Amazon and Microsoft

 
Network Scanner Finds Every Raspberry Pi - Hack a Day Thu, 30 Apr 2026 05:00:41 GMT
DHCP is great for getting machines on the network with a minimum of fuss. However, it can also make remote administration a pain because you never know which IP you’re …read more
 
Nike Promo Codes and Deals: 30% Off - Wired Thu, 30 Apr 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Check out our deals for Nike this month, including 15% off select purchases.
 
Best Desks of 2026: I’ve Spent Nearly 4,000 Hours Testing Desks. These Are the Ones You Want - CNET Thu, 30 Apr 2026 04:18:00 GMT
Upgrade your office, hobby room or gaming space with a top desk recommended by CNET experts.
 
Best Standing Desks of 2026 - CNET Thu, 30 Apr 2026 04:01:00 GMT
Movement during the day gets even easier when you have one of the best standing desks.
 
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.
 
An engineer’s guide to birds - MIT Thu, 30 Apr 2026 04:00:00 GMT
In her new book, “Birds Up Close,” MIT materials engineer Lorna Gibson explores feathers, bones, bills, eggs, and flight, and the mechanics behind birds’ extraordinary abilities.
 
Best AirPods for 2026 - CNET Thu, 30 Apr 2026 03:18:00 GMT
I've tested and reviewed all of Apple's AirPods, including Apple's new AirPos Max 2. Here's how they stack up.
 
Why Model Collapse in LLMs is Inevitable With Self-Learning - Hack a Day Thu, 30 Apr 2026 02:00:20 GMT
There is a persistent belief in the ‘AI’ community that large language models (LLMs) have the ability to learn and self-improve by tweaking the weights in their vector space. Although …read more
 
Microsoft's Internal Initiative to Fix Windows 11: Don't Rush Features Out the Door - TechPowerUp - Google Thu, 30 Apr 2026 01:27:01 GMT
  1. Microsoft's Internal Initiative to Fix Windows 11: Don't Rush Features Out the Door TechPowerUp
  2. Inside Windows K2: Microsoft's major plan to save Windows 11 and win back users before it's too late Windows Central
  3. Valve Is Forcing Microsoft To Make Significant Improvements To Windows Gaming Performance - Report GameSpot
  4. Satya Nadella wants Windows to use less RAM as part of a bigger push to win back consumers XDA
  5. Windows K2: The 6 Best Features From Microsoft's Upcoming "Please Don't Leave" Update Digital Foundry
 
Tales Of Eternia Remastered Switch Rating Surfaces Online - Nintendo Life - Google Thu, 30 Apr 2026 01:25:00 GMT
  1. Tales Of Eternia Remastered Switch Rating Surfaces Online Nintendo Life
  2. Tales of Eternia Remastered Pops Up on Age Rating Website IGN
  3. Tales of Eternia Remastered seemingly leaked for Nintendo Switch Nintendo Everything
  4. The next Tales Of remaster has leaked, and it's probably not what you're expecting PC Gamer
  5. Remaster of 2000 PS1 Exclusive RPG Leaked comicbook.com
 
How Apple (AAPL) Plans to Turn the iPhone Camera into an AI Tool - TipRanks - Google Thu, 30 Apr 2026 01:22:43 GMT
  1. How Apple (AAPL) Plans to Turn the iPhone Camera into an AI Tool TipRanks
  2. Apple Plans a Siri Camera Mode and Upgraded Visual AI in iOS 27 Bloomberg.com
  3. Apple Reportedly Plans Major Camera AI Overhaul in iOS 27 CNET
  4. Apple plans major overhaul of photo-editing features The Seattle Times
  5. iOS 27 will offer a range of AI features that can still be ignored AppleInsider
 
Super Mario Galaxy 2 1.4.0 update out now, patch notes – includes new story in storybook - Nintendo Everything - Google Thu, 30 Apr 2026 01:22:43 GMT
  1. Super Mario Galaxy 2 1.4.0 update out now, patch notes – includes new story in storybook Nintendo Everything
  2. New Storybook chapter added to Super Mario Galaxy 2 nintendo.com
  3. Nintendo fixes lighting effect that they broke from the Wii version in Super Mario Galaxy 2 My Nintendo News
  4. New epilogue added to Super Mario Galaxy 2 Storybook in latest patch vooks.net
  5. Super Mario Galaxy 2 Updated To Version 1.4.0, Here Are The Full Patch Notes Nintendo Life
 
Sony's Latest PlayStation Update Sparks DRM Fears: What We Know - CNET Thu, 30 Apr 2026 01:08:52 GMT
If you have any digital games, it's advisable to keep your PS5 connected to the internet.
 
This $199 upscaler wants to make your retro consoles look great on modern TVs - TechSpot Thu, 30 Apr 2026 01:04:00 GMT

Pre-orders for the recently announced Morph 2K analog-to-digital video converter open on June 1, starting at $199. The device is essentially a budget version of Pixel FX's earlier Morph 4K, dropping support for 4K output.

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Amazon Eyes 2026 Entry to Satellite Internet Market Dominated by Musk's Starlink - CNET Thu, 30 Apr 2026 01:01:26 GMT
Amazon's Leo will be "six times better on the uplink performance than existing alternatives," CEO Andy Jassy said.
 
Meta's AI Bet, and the Evolution of Smart Glasses - CNET Thu, 30 Apr 2026 00:00:09 GMT
Meta's answer to declining user growth? Personal AI agents in its smart glasses.
 
How Elon Musk Squeezed OpenAI: They 'Are Gonna Want to Kill Me’ - Wired Wed, 29 Apr 2026 23:41:51 GMT
Tensions flared on the third day of trial in Musk v. Altman as OpenAI’s lawyers cross-examined Musk.
 
Gemini Can Now Generate Files Directly in the Chat - CNET Wed, 29 Apr 2026 23:40:21 GMT
You can download specific file formats without leaving Gemini.
 
Palit confirms Galax brand will continue after takeover confusion, promises support for existing products - TechSpot Wed, 29 Apr 2026 23:34:00 GMT

Galax announced the original news via a message on its Brazilian website and advised customers to contact Palit's official channels for all support and service inquiries. The company did not provide further details, instead emphasizing that both Galax and Palit are authorized Nvidia partners, adding that the restructuring would ensure...

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PowerToys 0.99.1 boosts multi-monitor management - TechSpot Wed, 29 Apr 2026 23:17:00 GMT
The latest PowerToys update brings new tools like Power Display for multi-monitor brightness control and Grab and Move for simpler window handling, along with refinements to modules like Command Palette and Keyboard Manager.
 
How to Kill Humidity Sensors With Humidity - Hack a Day Wed, 29 Apr 2026 23:00:37 GMT
An often overlooked section in the datasheets for popular humidity sensors like the BME280 and DHT22 is the ‘non-condensing humidity’ bit, which puts an important constraint on which environments you …read more
 
Mark Zuckerberg says Meta is working on AI agents for personal and business use - Engadget Wed, 29 Apr 2026 23:00:36 GMT
The CEO wants to make an agent so easy even his mom can use it.
 
Apple Reportedly Plans Major Camera AI Overhaul in iOS 27 - CNET Wed, 29 Apr 2026 22:57:00 GMT
Another update may help iPhone users switch quickly between photo, video and portrait modes.
 
Official SAP npm packages compromised to steal credentials - Bleeping Computer Wed, 29 Apr 2026 22:43:44 GMT
Multiple official SAP npm packages were compromised in what is believed to be a TeamPCP supply-chain attack to steal credentials and authentication tokens from developers' systems. [...]
 
Amazon's Prime Day Sale Is Moving to June This Year. Here's What to Expect and How to Get Ready - CNET Wed, 29 Apr 2026 22:30:00 GMT
Amazon confirms in a surprise announcement that its annual sales extravaganza is coming earlier this year. Here's the scoop on what we've learned so far.
 
Color. Design. Innovation. Introducing our new era of expression and possibilities. - Motorola News - Google Wed, 29 Apr 2026 22:18:53 GMT
  1. Color. Design. Innovation. Introducing our new era of expression and possibilities. Motorola News
  2. Motorola’s a tech lifestyle brand now, and it has a sparkly phone to prove it Android Police
  3. Moto Buds 2 Plus pack Bose sound for $149, available this week 9to5Google
  4. Motorola Signature to get a new version - GSMArena.com news GSMArena.com
  5. Moto Buds 2 Plus ANC wireless earbuds feature Dolby Atmos sound and 9-hour battery life The Shortcut | Matt Swider
 
Popular WordPress redirect plugin hid dormant backdoor for years - Bleeping Computer Wed, 29 Apr 2026 22:13:15 GMT
The Quick Page/Post Redirect plugin, installed on more than 70,000 WordPress sites, had a backdoor added five years ago that allows injecting arbitrary code into users' sites. [...]
 
Motorola Razr Fold vs. Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7: How the Book-Style Phones Compare - CNET Wed, 29 Apr 2026 22:00:40 GMT
From cameras to batteries to displays, here's how all the specs stack up.
 
Solving the “Whac-a-mole dilemma”: A smarter way to debias AI vision models - MIT Wed, 29 Apr 2026 21:40:00 GMT
A new debiasing technique called WRING avoids creating or amplifying biases that can occur with existing debiasing approaches.
 
OpenAI Said to Be Making Phone With AI Agents to Replace Apps - CNET Wed, 29 Apr 2026 21:24:00 GMT
Previous rumors suggest that the company behind ChatGPT could have several different devices in the works.
 
FC 26, Wuchang and Nine Sols Are Up for Grabs in May for PS Plus Subscribers - CNET Wed, 29 Apr 2026 21:23:00 GMT
Next month is all about soccer and Soulslikes on PS Plus.
 
Hackers exploit RCE flaws in Qinglong task scheduler for cryptomining - Bleeping Computer Wed, 29 Apr 2026 20:50:35 GMT
Hackers are exploiting two authentication bypass vulnerabilities in the Qinglong open-source task scheduling tool to deploy cryptominers on developers' servers. [...]
 
Emergency First Responders Say Waymos Are Getting Worse - Wired Wed, 29 Apr 2026 20:45:37 GMT
“I believe the technology was deployed too quickly in too vast amounts, with hundreds of vehicles, when it wasn’t really ready,” one police official told federal regulators last month.
 
Microsoft reports sinking Xbox revenue as its cloud business climbs - The Verge - Google Wed, 29 Apr 2026 20:43:37 GMT
  1. Microsoft reports sinking Xbox revenue as its cloud business climbs The Verge
  2. 'We Know We Have Work to Do' — Microsoft's Continued Console Sales Struggle Shows the Stark Reality of the Job Facing New Xbox Boss IGN
  3. Xbox hardware revenue drops 33% year-on-year during Q3 GamesIndustry.biz
  4. Xbox Revenue Falls In Latest Microsoft Earnings Report Insider Gaming
  5. Microsoft CEO Says Xbox Is 'Recommitting To Our Core Fans' As Revenue Falls In FY26 Q3 Pure Xbox
 
Taylor Swift Wants to Trademark Her Likeness. These TikTok Deepfake Ads Show Why - Wired Wed, 29 Apr 2026 20:36:53 GMT
Researchers show scammers are using AI-manipulated footage of celebrity interviews to trick users into sharing their personal data.
 
Apple's AI Smart Glasses Likely to Support Hand Gesture Controls - MacRumors - Google Wed, 29 Apr 2026 20:23:48 GMT
  1. Apple's AI Smart Glasses Likely to Support Hand Gesture Controls MacRumors
  2. Apple smart glasses again rumored to support gesture recognition via built-in cameras AppleInsider
  3. Sketchy rumor suggests Apple Glasses will support Vision Pro-style hand gestures 9to5Mac
  4. Apple Tests 4 Smart-Glass Prototypes In 2026 – What Shifts For Buyers Glass Almanac
  5. Apple’s upcoming smart glasses might feature something that sounds too good to be true PhoneArena
 
Using a VT-100 Today - Hack a Day Wed, 29 Apr 2026 20:00:46 GMT
You may not know what a ADM-3, a TV910, or a H1420 are, but you probably have at least heard of a VT-100. They are all terminals from around the …read more
 
Gemini can now generate files, including Microsoft Word and LaTeX documents - Engadget Wed, 29 Apr 2026 19:55:13 GMT
No need to copy and paste Gemini's outputs anymore.
 
Humanoid robots will work as baggage handlers at Tokyo airport - Engadget Wed, 29 Apr 2026 19:34:26 GMT
Has nobody watched Terminator?
 
Former Google and Meta engineers build memory-first AI server to challenge Nvidia's GPU dominance - TechSpot Wed, 29 Apr 2026 19:33:00 GMT

Majestic Labs AI, founded by Ofer Shacham, Masumi Reynders, and Sha Rabii, has developed a server architecture built around what it describes as a memory-first design. The company, which raised $100 million in November from investors including Bow Wave Capital, Lux Capital, and Grove, is targeting one of the most...

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Families of Tumbler Ridge shooting victims sue OpenAI - Engadget Wed, 29 Apr 2026 19:25:24 GMT
Sam Altman apologized for not notifying local authorities last week.
 
Female Looksmaxxer Alorah Ziva Is Suing Clavicular for Alleged Battery - Wired Wed, 29 Apr 2026 19:20:24 GMT
Aleksandra Mendoza, aka Alorah Ziva, alleges that the 20-year-old influencer injected her with drugs on a livestream and had nonconsensual sex with her while she was underage.
 
Microsoft's patch for a 0-day exploited by Russian spies fell short. Another Windows flaw is under attack - theregister.com - Google Wed, 29 Apr 2026 19:15:00 GMT
  1. Microsoft's patch for a 0-day exploited by Russian spies fell short. Another Windows flaw is under attack theregister.com
  2. Microsoft Confirms Active Exploitation of Windows Shell CVE-2026-32202 The Hacker News
  3. CISA, Microsoft warn of active exploitation of Windows Shell vulnerability (CVE-2026-32202) Help Net Security
  4. Incomplete Windows Patch Opens Door to Zero-Click Attacks SecurityWeek
  5. CISA adds ConnectWise, Microsoft flaws to KEV catalog | news | SC Media SC Media
 
ABC can beat Trump FCC's license threat if owner Disney is willing to fight - ArsTechnica Wed, 29 Apr 2026 19:14:44 GMT
Broadcast license renewals are "all but automatic" due to 1996 change in US law.
 
OpenAI Codex system prompt includes explicit directive to "never talk about goblins" - ArsTechnica Wed, 29 Apr 2026 19:00:58 GMT
Directions also include system instructions to act like "you have a vivid inner life."
 
OpenAI Codex system prompt includes explicit directive to "never talk about goblins" - Ars Technica - Google Wed, 29 Apr 2026 19:00:58 GMT
  1. OpenAI Codex system prompt includes explicit directive to "never talk about goblins" Ars Technica
  2. Where the goblins came from OpenAI
  3. OpenAI Really Wants Codex to Shut Up About Goblins WIRED
  4. OpenAI really really really wants GPT 5.5 to stop randomly talking about gremlins and goblins Business Insider
  5. 😺 Google ran out of cloud The Neuron
 
New ransomware is so badly coded it destroys your files instead of holding them hostage - TechSpot Wed, 29 Apr 2026 18:50:00 GMT

Check Point researchers have uncovered a new ransomware-as-a-service threat with significant design flaws. Vect 2.0 is unable to properly perform its intended function, because it effectively destroys most files rather than encrypting them. The malware behaves more like a wiper, due to what appears to be a fundamental failure in...

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Scientists found ice with a 304-molecule repeating pattern - Boing Boing - Google Wed, 29 Apr 2026 18:44:29 GMT
Scientists found ice with a 304-molecule repeating pattern Boing Boing
 
Hackers arrested for hijacking and selling 610,000 Roblox accounts - Bleeping Computer Wed, 29 Apr 2026 18:32:15 GMT
The Ukrainian police have arrested three individuals who hacked more than 610,000 Roblox gaming accounts and sold them for a profit of $225,000. [...]
 
Apple Has Given Up on the Vision Pro After M5 Refresh Flop - MacRumors - Google Wed, 29 Apr 2026 18:31:59 GMT
  1. Apple Has Given Up on the Vision Pro After M5 Refresh Flop MacRumors
  2. Rumored Apple Vision Pro team break-up isn't a death knell for the product AppleInsider
  3. Apple Vision Pro suffered from indecisive leadership – here’s how it could change 9to5Mac
  4. It seems the future of Vision Pro headset has been sealed at Apple Digital Trends
  5. Apple Reportedly Gives Up on Vision Pro After Disappointing Refresh TechPowerUp
 
FLOSS Weekly Episode 869: Linux on Your Toaster - Hack a Day Wed, 29 Apr 2026 18:30:10 GMT
This week Jonathan chats with Andrei, Mahir, and Praneeth, live on location at Texas Instruments! The team at TI has been working hard to provide really good Open Source support …read more
 
Transforming deep-space signals into cathedral sound - MIT Wed, 29 Apr 2026 18:30:00 GMT
An immersive sound installation at Oulu Cathedral, Finland, co-created by MIT Associate Professor Kiyoshi Masui, transforms more than 4,000 cosmic signals into spatial audio.
 
The EU thinks Meta isn't doing enough to protect children - Engadget Wed, 29 Apr 2026 18:21:28 GMT
A preliminary investigation found the company isn't adequately keeping minors off of Instagram and Facebook.
 
Howdy's dated $3/month ad-free streaming service said to have 1M subscribers - ArsTechnica Wed, 29 Apr 2026 18:02:20 GMT
Most are keeping their subscriptions after signing up, too, research firm says.
 
Musk vs. OpenAI trial begins with internal emails, AGI governance, and billions in potential damages at stake - TechSpot Wed, 29 Apr 2026 18:02:00 GMT

Jury selection in the case began this week in US District Court in Northern California. Judge Yvonne Gonzalez Rogers will ultimately decide whether OpenAI's shift to a capped-profit structure – and its close partnership with Microsoft – breached a charitable trust that Elon Musk says arose from roughly $38 million...

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New Sam Bankman-Fried trial would be huge waste of court’s time, judge says - ArsTechnica Wed, 29 Apr 2026 17:52:52 GMT
FTX fraudster came out as Republican, then tried to claim Biden's DOJ targeted him.
 
Galaxy S27 redesign renders are popping up and fans are divided - Notebookcheck - Google Wed, 29 Apr 2026 17:51:00 GMT
  1. Galaxy S27 redesign renders are popping up and fans are divided Notebookcheck
  2. Samsung might finally redesign Galaxy S phones, unless RAMageddon ruins it 9to5Google
  3. Samsung Galaxy S27 Camera Redesign Tipped to Enable Native Qi2 Gadget Hacks
  4. The Samsung Galaxy S27 series could look radically different, with a redesigned rear panel that leaves space for magnets — here's what that might look like TechRadar
  5. Samsung rumored to be fixing one of its biggest mistakes in 2027 Pocket-lint
 
A month in Panama: Rethinking what real estate development can be - MIT Wed, 29 Apr 2026 17:50:00 GMT
Center for Real Estate student Cherry Tang reflects on an internship in Panama, where building a financial model became a broader lesson in how development, community, and environment intersect in practice.
 
The Google TV platform will soon display YouTube Shorts videos directly on the home page - Engadget Wed, 29 Apr 2026 17:38:03 GMT
There are also new generative AI tools, because they must be stuffed into everything.
 
Apple Has Likely Abandoned 'iPad Ultra' Plans - MacRumors - Google Wed, 29 Apr 2026 17:30:14 GMT
  1. Apple Has Likely Abandoned 'iPad Ultra' Plans MacRumors
  2. Apple’s iPad phaseout has begun Macworld
  3. I can't believe after 16 years the iPad still has this day 1 problem Pocket-lint
  4. Apple’s next CEO has a big foldable iPad dream, but it might never happen Phandroid
 
Drone strikes on data centers spook Big Tech, halting Middle East projects - ArsTechnica Wed, 29 Apr 2026 17:27:53 GMT
Uninsurable war damage is forcing tech companies to rethink Middle East plans.
 
May's PlayStation Plus lineup includes Nine Sols, EA FC 26, Wuchang - Engadget Wed, 29 Apr 2026 17:26:31 GMT
Start your downloads on May 5.
 
Sanctioned Chinese AI Firm SenseTime Releases Image Model Built for Speed - Wired Wed, 29 Apr 2026 17:23:52 GMT
With US restrictions limiting its access to advanced tech, SenseTime is doubling down on open source with a new model optimized to run on Chinese-made chips.
 
Sony's latest PlayStation DRM policy is causing widespread confusion - TechSpot Wed, 29 Apr 2026 17:17:00 GMT

Sony is reportedly introducing a significant limitation to offline play for PlayStation games. The Japanese company has allegedly implemented a new 30-day "timer" applied to certain digital purchases, requiring users to connect to the internet at least once a month to re-validate game licenses. However, according to some interpretations, the...

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iPhone 18 Pro to have some of Apple’s biggest camera upgrades ever: report - 9to5Mac - Google Wed, 29 Apr 2026 17:15:00 GMT
  1. iPhone 18 Pro to have some of Apple’s biggest camera upgrades ever: report 9to5Mac
  2. iPhone 18 Pro Camera Upgrades Move Into Active Production Gadget Hacks
  3. iPhone 18 Pro vs iPhone Ultra: Three features to win your upgrade 9to5Mac
  4. iPhone 18 Pro to Launch in September With These 10 New Features MacRumors
  5. This rumored iPhone 18 Pro color is clearly the one to turn heads everywhere PhoneArena
 
Apple Fixes Bug That Let FBI Extract Deleted Signal Messages After 404 Media Coverage - 404 Media - Google Wed, 29 Apr 2026 16:59:30 GMT
  1. Apple Fixes Bug That Let FBI Extract Deleted Signal Messages After 404 Media Coverage 404 Media
  2. Your Phone Notifications Reveal More Than You Realize. Here’s How to Lock Them Down WIRED
  3. The tiny iOS 26.4.2 update that arrived this week is actually a really big deal Macworld
  4. iOS 26.4.2—Update Now Warning Issued To All iPhone Users Forbes
  5. iOS 26.4.1 Automatically Enables This iPhone Security Feature CNET
 
Google Photos Wardrobe will scan your pictures to compile a digital version of your closet - Engadget Wed, 29 Apr 2026 16:58:38 GMT
At least now you can figure out what to wear without physically going to your closet?
 
Motorola reveals 2026 Razr lineup with modest upgrades and higher prices - ArsTechnica Wed, 29 Apr 2026 16:55:58 GMT
Motorola's foldable lineup is bigger and more spendy than ever.
 
A Scientist Says Humans Will Go Backwards in Time Within Just 3 Years - Yahoo Tech - Google Wed, 29 Apr 2026 16:55:51 GMT
A Scientist Says Humans Will Go Backwards in Time Within Just 3 Years Yahoo Tech
 
Vine reboot app Divine arrives with a ban on AI slop - Engadget Wed, 29 Apr 2026 16:49:58 GMT
Do it for Divine all over again.
 
Google Photos uses AI to make the iconic closet from ‘Clueless’ a reality - TechCrunch - Google Wed, 29 Apr 2026 16:42:33 GMT
  1. Google Photos uses AI to make the iconic closet from ‘Clueless’ a reality TechCrunch
  2. A new way to create a digital wardrobe from your Google Photos blog.google
  3. Google Photos launches an AI try-on feature for clothes you already have The Verge
  4. Motorola and Google announce two new Google Photos features with the launch of the new razr Motorola News
  5. Google Photos Wardrobe Will Scan Your Pictures To Compile A Digital Version Of Your Closet Engadget
 
NBA THE RUN launches in June - Gematsu - Google Wed, 29 Apr 2026 16:30:25 GMT
  1. NBA THE RUN launches in June Gematsu
  2. NBA The Run comes to PS5 this June PlayStation.Blog
  3. NBA The Run Preview - The NBA Street Spiritual Successor Is A Strong Prospect Game Informer
  4. 'NBA The Run' Release Window and Gameplay Trailer Drops for New Video Game with LeBron, More Stars Bleacher Report
  5. Streetball Tournaments Make a Bold Return in NBA The Run TechEBlog -
 
Gemini app can now generate Google Docs, PDF, Word, and other files - 9to5Google - Google Wed, 29 Apr 2026 16:24:00 GMT
  1. Gemini app can now generate Google Docs, PDF, Word, and other files 9to5Google
  2. You can now easily generate files in Gemini. blog.google
  3. Gemini Can Now Generate Files, Including Microsoft Word And LaTeX Documents Engadget
  4. Gemini Can Now Generate Files Directly in the Chat CNET
  5. Gemini now generates your files for you Android Police
 
Motorola's latest family of Razrs includes its first book-style foldable - Engadget Wed, 29 Apr 2026 16:11:20 GMT
The new Razr Fold even has native stylus support, unlike Samsung's most recent flagship.
 
Nvidia fixes the 8GB RAM problem with one of its GPUs—if you can pay for it - ArsTechnica Wed, 29 Apr 2026 16:06:28 GMT
Framework charges nearly double for the 12GB version of the mobile RTX 5070.
 
A federal agent said WhatsApp's encryption is a lie. Then the investigation was shut down - TechSpot Wed, 29 Apr 2026 16:06:00 GMT

The case, led by a special agent in the Commerce Department's Bureau of Industry and Security, focused on claims that some Meta employees and contractors could access WhatsApp messages despite the app's use of end-to-end encryption.

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How YouTube Took Over the American Classroom - WSJ - Google Wed, 29 Apr 2026 16:01:00 GMT
How YouTube Took Over the American Classroom WSJ
 
Motorola Razr Fold officially costs $1,899 in the US, available in May - 9to5Google - Google Wed, 29 Apr 2026 16:01:00 GMT
  1. Motorola Razr Fold officially costs $1,899 in the US, available in May 9to5Google
  2. Here’s everything that’s actually new with Motorola’s 2026 Razr lineup — it’s not much 9to5Google
  3. Motorola Razr Fold price and availability announced ahead of iPhone Ultra 9to5Mac
  4. Motorola's Latest Family Of Razrs Includes Its First Book-Style Foldable Engadget
  5. Motorola Raises Pricing of New Razr Phones in Pivotal Year for Foldables Bloomberg.com
 
Unleashed Rules FAQ and Clarifications - Riftbound | League of Legends Trading Card Game - Google Wed, 29 Apr 2026 16:00:00 GMT
  1. Unleashed Rules FAQ and Clarifications Riftbound | League of Legends Trading Card Game
  2. Pre-Orders for Riftbound: League of Legends TCG Unleashed Booster Boxes Are Currently on Sale comicbook.com
  3. Riftbound’s Competitive Scene Surges Ahead of Unleashed Launch OpenCritic
  4. Preparing for the Unleashed Pre-Rift Riftbound | League of Legends Trading Card Game
 
Motorola’s New Razr Folding Phones Command a Higher Price With Few Upgrades - Wired Wed, 29 Apr 2026 16:00:00 GMT
Say hello (Moto) to price hikes on all three of Motorola’s latest Razr flip phones.
 
Professional school grads from diverse classes get higher salaries - ArsTechnica Wed, 29 Apr 2026 15:55:55 GMT
Study authors say courts should reconsider rulings in light of this new evidence.
 
New GTA Online Content Announced, Inspired By Classic GTA Games - RockstarINTEL - Google Wed, 29 Apr 2026 15:52:59 GMT
New GTA Online Content Announced, Inspired By Classic GTA Games RockstarINTEL
 
cPanel, WHM emergency update fixes critical auth bypass bug - Bleeping Computer Wed, 29 Apr 2026 15:51:44 GMT
A critical vulnerability affecting all but the latest versions of cPanel and the WebHost Manager (WHM) dashboard could be exploited to obtain access to the control panel without authentication. [...]
 
PlayStation Plus Announces Latest Wave Of Free Games For May 2026 - GAMINGbible - Google Wed, 29 Apr 2026 15:35:39 GMT
  1. PlayStation Plus Announces Latest Wave Of Free Games For May 2026 GAMINGbible
  2. PlayStation Plus Free Games For May 2026 Revealed GameSpot
  3. May's PlayStation Plus Lineup Includes Nine Sols, EA FC 26, Wuchang Engadget
  4. PS Plus Free Games In May 2026 Include Soccer And Wuchang Kotaku
  5. PlayStation Stacks PS Plus Essential for May 2026 with Two Soulslikes and EA Sports FC 26 Wccftech
 
YouTube TV gets a fully customizable multiview feature, with availability for all channels - Engadget Wed, 29 Apr 2026 15:34:21 GMT
Only live content is supported right now.
 
Costco Shopper Walks Out With A Ryzen 9800X3D + RTX 5070 PC Build For $1,100 While Others Pay $2,000 - Wccftech - Google Wed, 29 Apr 2026 15:25:00 GMT
  1. Costco Shopper Walks Out With A Ryzen 9800X3D + RTX 5070 PC Build For $1,100 While Others Pay $2,000 Wccftech
  2. Costco Makes PC Gamer An Unbelievable RAM Deal They Can’t Refuse Kotaku
  3. The CyberPowerPC RTX 5070 Gaming PC Drops to Just $1399 and Now Includes a Free Copy of Pragmata IGN
  4. MSI GeForce RTX 5060 Ti 16G VENTUS 2X OC PLUS Review TweakTown
  5. RTX 5060 Ti 16GB gaming PC deal scores you a great all-rounder for a very competitive price at Amazon PC Guide
 
The Google Pixel 11 will reportedly feature a 5-year-old GPU - TechSpot Wed, 29 Apr 2026 15:23:00 GMT

According to noted tipster Mystic Leaks, the Tensor G6 will use the PowerVR CXTP-48-1536 GPU, which debuted in 2021. If accurate, the outdated GPU could drag down graphics performance in the new devices, potentially pushing buyers toward alternatives from Samsung, Motorola, and others.

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The best deals we found during Amazon’s Gaming Week - The Verge - Google Wed, 29 Apr 2026 15:14:53 GMT
  1. The best deals we found during Amazon’s Gaming Week The Verge
  2. Amazon’s Gaming Week feels quiet, but these retro game remake offers impress Creative Bloq
  3. Select Resident Evil Games Have Dropped to Just $16 as Part of Amazon’s 2026 Gaming Week Sale IGN
  4. Don’t miss Amazon Gaming Week — save big on gaming gear, accessories, and top titles AOL.com
  5. Amazon Claims It's Offering 25% Off During Its Gaming Week Sale, But We Found Deals Up to Nearly 80% Off Yahoo Tech
 
It runs Doom: AI chatbot edition - Engadget Wed, 29 Apr 2026 15:08:23 GMT
The latest answer to the always-relevant question: "Can it run Doom?"
 
Training language models to be warm can reduce accuracy and increase sycophancy - Nature - Google Wed, 29 Apr 2026 15:03:00 GMT
  1. Training language models to be warm can reduce accuracy and increase sycophancy Nature
  2. Friendly AI chatbots more prone to inaccuracies, study suggests BBC
  3. Friendly AI chatbots more likely to support conspiracy theories, study finds The Guardian
  4. Rude to ChatGPT? Don’t be surprised if it gets weird PCWorld
  5. Friendlier chatbots more inaccurate research claims, iOS 27 to add new Apple Intelligence photo editing tools Tech Digest
 
How Trump Weaponized the DOJ Division That Kept Elections Fair - Wired Wed, 29 Apr 2026 15:00:00 GMT
The Trump administration has effectively forced out more than two dozen experienced lawyers from the DOJ's Voting Section, the part of the agency responsible for upholding the Voting Rights Act.
 
You can now book a hotel via the Uber app - Engadget Wed, 29 Apr 2026 15:00:00 GMT
Uber is adding a host of features to its app for when you're away from home.
 
Witcher 3 Director Says Studios Should Embrace GenAI, But Not To Replace People - GameSpot - Google Wed, 29 Apr 2026 14:47:31 GMT
  1. Witcher 3 Director Says Studios Should Embrace GenAI, But Not To Replace People GameSpot
  2. Choices and consequences in The Blood of Dawnwalker, out September 3 PlayStation.Blog
  3. The Blood Of Dawnwalker, The Vampire RPG From Former Witcher 3 And Cyberpunk 2077 Devs, Launches This September Game Informer
  4. The Blood of Dawnwalker Hands-Off Preview IGN
  5. Open World RPG 'The Blood Of Dawnwalker' Gets September 2026 Release Date For Xbox Series X|S Pure Xbox
 
OpenAI is reportedly building a smartphone where AI agents replace apps - TechSpot Wed, 29 Apr 2026 14:40:00 GMT

The hardware side appears more conventional. Kuo says the device would use chips from either MediaTek or Qualcomm and be assembled by Luxshare, a manufacturer that also produces iPhones. That points to reliance on established partners rather than a new supply chain.

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European police dismantles €50 million crypto investment fraud ring - Bleeping Computer Wed, 29 Apr 2026 14:27:36 GMT
Austrian and Albanian authorities dismantled a criminal ring accused of running a large-scale cryptocurrency investment fraud operation that caused estimated losses of over €50 million ($58.5 million) to victims worldwide. [...]
 
Notepad++ lands on macOS as a native app - TechSpot Wed, 29 Apr 2026 14:27:00 GMT
Notepad++ is now available on macOS as a free open-source app. It uses the same core editing engine, bringing familiar features like syntax highlighting, plugins, and macros, while integrating with macOS for better performance.
 
GTA 6 Free Alternative Lands on PS5 and PC To 5-Star Reviews - GAMINGbible - Google Wed, 29 Apr 2026 14:22:59 GMT
  1. GTA 6 Free Alternative Lands on PS5 and PC To 5-Star Reviews GAMINGbible
  2. All active Neverness to Everness codes list Polygon.com
  3. PS Store Just Dropped Free PS5 Exclusive RPG, Players Loving It PlayStation LifeStyle
  4. Anime Hack and Slash RPG Neverness to Everness Is Ready for Action 80 Level
  5. NTE Codes April 2026 - Neverness to Everness Guide IGN
 
Attempt to repeal Colorado's right-to-repair law fails - ArsTechnica Wed, 29 Apr 2026 14:00:19 GMT
Manufacturers backed effort to repeal the law but ultimately failed.
 
Assassin's Creed Fans Furious as Physical Copies of Black Flag's PS5 Remake Will Require Internet - Push Square - Google Wed, 29 Apr 2026 14:00:00 GMT
  1. Assassin's Creed Fans Furious as Physical Copies of Black Flag's PS5 Remake Will Require Internet Push Square
  2. Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced: first details, launches on PS5 July 9 PlayStation.Blog
  3. Ubisoft has finally dropped a trailer for that Assassin's Creed: Black Flag remake Engadget
  4. 10 Ways Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced Differs From Ubisoft's Original Pirate Adventure GameSpot
  5. Assassin’s Creed 1 Remake Reportedly in Development MP1st
 
EU says Meta is breaking the law by failing to keep children off Facebook and Instagram - TechSpot Wed, 29 Apr 2026 13:56:00 GMT

The Commission says Meta's own terms set 13 as the minimum age for Facebook and Instagram, but the systems in place to enforce that rule are not effective enough. Regulators say underage users can still get in by entering a false birth date, while existing accounts belonging to children are...

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5 Things I Wish I Knew When I Started ‘Diablo 4: Lord Of Hatred’ - Forbes - Google Wed, 29 Apr 2026 13:45:29 GMT
  1. 5 Things I Wish I Knew When I Started ‘Diablo 4: Lord Of Hatred’ Forbes
  2. Diablo 4: Lord of Hatred Review IGN
  3. Should you play as a Warlock or Paladin in Diablo 4: Lord of Hatred? Polygon.com
  4. U4gm The Return of the Horadric Cube: Why Diablo 4 Season 13 Finally Feels Like a True Sequel vocal.media
  5. "Lord of Hatred is the best Diablo 4 has ever been," Blizzard says PCGamesN
 
Texas Instruments refreshes its iconic calculator with the faster TI-84 Evo - TechSpot Wed, 29 Apr 2026 13:31:00 GMT

The Evo doesn't try to compete with smartphones or apps. Instead, Texas Instruments is effectively doubling down on the idea of a single-purpose tool at a time when most computing devices aim to consolidate tasks. There's no Wi-Fi, no notifications, and no app ecosystem. As the company puts it, the...

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Which Automakers Should Build A New Supercar? - Jalopnik - Google Wed, 29 Apr 2026 13:25:00 GMT
Which Automakers Should Build A New Supercar? Jalopnik
 
Logitech's G512 X modular keyboard lets you mix analog and mechanical switches - TechSpot Wed, 29 Apr 2026 13:08:00 GMT

The G512 X is now available on Logitech's website and will be available at global retailers on May 2. The wired keyboard, featuring the company's "Dual Swap" technology, comes in 75-key and 98-key layouts.

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Learning from the Vercel breach: Shadow AI & OAuth sprawl - Bleeping Computer Wed, 29 Apr 2026 13:05:14 GMT
A single third-party OAuth integration can become a direct path into your environment. Push explains how the Vercel breach shows a compromised OAuth app can lead to widespread impact across downstream customers. [...]
 
GitHub fixes RCE flaw that gave access to millions of private repos - Bleeping Computer Wed, 29 Apr 2026 12:41:17 GMT
In early March, GitHub patched a critical remote code execution vulnerability (CVE-2026-3854) that could have allowed attackers to access millions of private repositories. [...]
 
GitHub fixes RCE flaw that gave access to millions of private repos - BleepingComputer - Google Wed, 29 Apr 2026 12:41:17 GMT
  1. GitHub fixes RCE flaw that gave access to millions of private repos BleepingComputer
  2. GitHub RCE Vulnerability: CVE-2026-3854 Breakdown wiz.io
  3. Securing the git push pipeline: Responding to a critical remote code execution vulnerability The GitHub Blog
  4. Reverse Engineering With AI Unearths High-Severity GitHub Bug Dark Reading
  5. Critical GitHub Vulnerability Exposed Millions of Repositories SecurityWeek
 
Consumer tech lobby warns FCC that blocking router updates creates botnet risk for devices already in US homes - TechSpot Wed, 29 Apr 2026 12:41:00 GMT

According to a filing, CTA representatives met with the FCC last week to discuss the foreign router ban.

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A Falcon 9 rocket will hit the Moon this summer at seven times the speed of sound - ArsTechnica Wed, 29 Apr 2026 12:39:52 GMT
The object will be traveling at 2.43 km a second, or 5,400 mph, upon impact.
 
Essential Gear for an Emergency Kit—for Cars or Go-Bags - Wired Wed, 29 Apr 2026 12:33:00 GMT
We consulted preparedness experts and WIRED’s team of testers for the essential gear to keep on hand in case of wildfires, earthquakes, and lord knows what else.
 
Take-Two still won't give GTA 6 an actual price, but says "our job is to charge way, way, way less of the value" - Eurogamer.net - Google Wed, 29 Apr 2026 12:14:36 GMT
  1. Take-Two still won't give GTA 6 an actual price, but says "our job is to charge way, way, way less of the value" Eurogamer.net
  2. Take-Two CEO Addresses Grand Theft Auto 6 Price, and the Possibility for More L.A. Noire IGN
  3. GTA 6 Price Commented On By Rockstar's Owner GameSpot
  4. Take-Two Still Won’t Commit To A ‘GTA 6’ Price Yet Forbes
  5. All The Evidence That GTA 6's Next Trailer Is Nearly Here Kotaku
 
A Supreme Court case could decide whether your phone can be used to find you first and suspect you later - TechSpot Wed, 29 Apr 2026 12:03:00 GMT

The case stems from a 2019 armed robbery at Call Federal Credit Union near Richmond, Va., where a gunman took $195,000 from the vault before police arrived. When conventional investigative work stalled after reviewing security video and interviewing witnesses, a detective turned to a geofence warrant, asking Google to turn...

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Sam Altman is “the face of evil” for not reporting school shooter, says lawyer - ArsTechnica Wed, 29 Apr 2026 12:00:41 GMT
Lawsuits: OpenAI didn't report ChatGPT user to cops to protect Altman, IPO.
 
Best Walking Pads for Working From Home (2026) - Wired Wed, 29 Apr 2026 12:00:00 GMT
Our remote team clocked serious hours walking, working, and sometimes jogging to find the best under-desk treadmills for home offices and small spaces.
 
32ers will be great for mountain bikers like me. But maybe not for you. - Singletracks Mountain Bike News - Google Wed, 29 Apr 2026 12:00:00 GMT
  1. 32ers will be great for mountain bikers like me. But maybe not for you. Singletracks Mountain Bike News
  2. 32-Inch Wheels Are Leaving Everyday Riders Behind Outside Magazine
  3. Testing a 32" Mega Mullet Downhill Bike Against the Clock Pinkbike
  4. Are 32″ Wheels the Future? We Asked the Bike Industry (Video) BIKEPACKING.com
  5. 32" wheels are happening but who are they for, when will they arrive, and does it even matter? Cycling Weekly
 
Your PS5 can now transform into a Linux PC - The Verge - Google Wed, 29 Apr 2026 11:43:55 GMT
  1. Your PS5 can now transform into a Linux PC The Verge
  2. Linux now Officially Available for PlayStation 5 TechPowerUp
  3. PS5 Linux loader goes public, turning ‘Phat’ consoles into full Linux PCs — build script includes bootable Ubuntu 24.04 image, can output 4K games at 60 FPS Tom's Hardware
  4. This PS5 Mod Installs Linux, Turning the Console into a Steam Machine 80 Level
  5. Forget the Steam Machine: This hack will let you play Steam games on PS5 Android Authority
 
Smart Cat Collars: Which Is Best for Health and GPS Tracking? - Wired Wed, 29 Apr 2026 11:32:00 GMT
I pitted Tractive and Fi Mini smart cat collars against each other to crown the best for activity, sleep, and GPS tracking.
 
Check your gravity with NASA's Artemis II zero-g indicator - ArsTechnica Wed, 29 Apr 2026 11:30:59 GMT
On sale through the NASA exchange.
 
I just tested ChatGPT Images 2.0 vs. Nano Banana with 7 prompts — here's the winner - Tom's Guide - Google Wed, 29 Apr 2026 11:25:47 GMT
  1. I just tested ChatGPT Images 2.0 vs. Nano Banana with 7 prompts — here's the winner Tom's Guide
  2. ChatGPT's “powerful new image engine” Marcus on AI | Substack
  3. I Tested ChatGPT’s New Images 2.0. Here’s How It Impacts Your Job Now Forbes
  4. ChatGPT Images 2: Why OpenAI Built a New Image Model After Killing Sora CNET
  5. ChatGPT’s new Images 2.0 model is surprisingly good at generating text TechCrunch
 
"We've Heard About Stick Drift and We've Experienced It Ourselves": The Big Steam Controller Interview - Digital Foundry - Google Wed, 29 Apr 2026 11:21:01 GMT
  1. "We've Heard About Stick Drift and We've Experienced It Ourselves": The Big Steam Controller Interview Digital Foundry
  2. Valve Steam Controller: What reviewers are saying, how to get your hands on one Mashable
  3. Valve launches the Steam Controller without the Steam Machine The Verge
  4. Valve Steam Controller review: A gamepad in search of a console Engadget
  5. Steam Controller Price Leaked Thanks To An Early Review Insider Gaming
 
Nvidia quietly launches 12GB RTX 5070 Laptop GPU as Framework lists it for $1,199 - TechSpot Wed, 29 Apr 2026 11:15:00 GMT

Nvidia revealed the new GPU in the patch notes for its latest 596.36 GeForce graphics driver. The company writes that while demand for its GeForce RTX GPUs remains strong, the memory crisis is causing issues.

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13 Best Coolers for Sunshine and Nighttime (2026) - Wired Wed, 29 Apr 2026 11:09:00 GMT
We tested coolers on camping trips, road trips, beach days, and at parties to bring you our favorite models for every situation. The Yeti Tundra Haul is our top pick.
 
Why a recent supply-chain attack singled out security firms Checkmarx and Bitwarden - ArsTechnica Wed, 29 Apr 2026 11:00:24 GMT
Security firms find themselves especially exposed.
 
Adidas Adizero Adios Pro Evo 3 Shoe Review: World Record Breaker - Wired Wed, 29 Apr 2026 11:00:00 GMT
I ran in Sabastian Sawe’s world-record-breaking running shoe. It’s fast, but only if you can maintain your locked-in form for 26 miles.
 
Your Phone Notifications Reveal More Than You Realize. Here’s How to Lock Them Down - Wired Wed, 29 Apr 2026 11:00:00 GMT
A recent case shows law enforcement can see incoming Signal messages by searching an iPhone, even after the Signal app has been deleted. Here’s what to know, and how to protect yourself.
 
Which Automatic Litter Box Is Best? We Tested Litter-Robot’s Lineup - Wired Wed, 29 Apr 2026 10:33:00 GMT
Whisker’s Litter-Robot name has become synonymous with the automatic litter box. We’ve tested the entire lineup and can help you choose the best model for your household.
 
‘The Damage Is Massive’: How the Justice Department Dismantled Its Voting Rights Section - Wired Wed, 29 Apr 2026 10:30:00 GMT
There were around 30 attorneys in the DOJ’s Voting Section on the day of Donald Trump’s second inauguration. Three months later, all but two were gone. Now the election deniers are in control.
 
CISA orders feds to patch Windows flaw exploited as zero-day - Bleeping Computer Wed, 29 Apr 2026 10:29:31 GMT
The U.S. Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) has ordered federal agencies to secure their Windows systems against a vulnerability exploited in zero-day attacks. [...]
 
A Decade of AMD Ryzen: 10 Years of CPUs Tested - TechSpot Wed, 29 Apr 2026 10:16:00 GMT
From near collapse to CPU dominance, we revisit 10 years of AMD Ryzen, benchmarking every flagship generation to see how performance, value, and architecture evolved.
 
This 24GB M5 MacBook Air config is now $400 less than the model Amazon sells ($219 off list) - 9to5Toys - Google Wed, 29 Apr 2026 10:12:00 GMT
  1. This 24GB M5 MacBook Air config is now $400 less than the model Amazon sells ($219 off list) 9to5Toys
  2. Get a lightweight MacBook Air for a heavy discount — just $260 Mashable
  3. This M5 MacBook Air Discount Has Renewed My Faith in Cheap Laptops for 2026 WIRED
  4. Amazon slashes $200 off M5 Max 16-inch MacBook Pro with month-end deal AppleInsider
  5. Deals: M5 MacBook Air $219 off, 1TB M5 Pro MacBook Pro best price ever, iPad Air new low, AirTag, iPhone Air, more 9to5Mac
 
iPhone Ultra: New Leak Reveals Radical Design Of Apple’s Folding Phone - Forbes - Google Wed, 29 Apr 2026 10:00:00 GMT
  1. iPhone Ultra: New Leak Reveals Radical Design Of Apple’s Folding Phone Forbes
  2. Apple’s ‘Ultra’ roadmap confirmed: iPhone, MacBook, and more on the way Macworld
  3. Apple iPhone Ultra will be the name of Apple's first foldable phone, report claims Mashable
  4. iPhone Fold will reportedly have 'four selling points' — here's how it will stand out Tom's Guide
  5. The iPhone Ultra is Apple’s first folding phone, here’s what we know The Independent
 
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.
 
I've Covered Robots for Years. This One Is Different - Wired Wed, 29 Apr 2026 10:00:00 GMT
From sorting chicken nuggets to screwing in lightbulbs, Eka’s robotic claw feels like we're approaching a ChatGPT moment for the physical world.
 
Critical cPanel Authentication Vulnerability Identified — Update Your Server Immediately - The Hacker News - Google Wed, 29 Apr 2026 09:37:00 GMT
  1. Critical cPanel Authentication Vulnerability Identified — Update Your Server Immediately The Hacker News
  2. The Internet Is Falling Down, Falling Down, Falling Down (cPanel & WHM Authentication Bypass CVE-2026-41940) watchTowr Labs
  3. cPanel Vulnerability Exposes Servers to Takeover eSecurity Planet
  4. Critical cPanel, WHM flaw probs exploited as 0-day, pros say theregister.com
  5. cPanel 0-Day Auth Bypass Exploited in the Wild, PoC Released cyberpress.org
 
A nontechnical leader says he now manages 37 AI agents and his work has fundamentally changed - Business Insider - Google Wed, 29 Apr 2026 09:17:00 GMT
A nontechnical leader says he now manages 37 AI agents and his work has fundamentally changed Business Insider
 
Vari Align Desk Chair Review (2026): Breathable, Comfy, Low Cost - Wired Wed, 29 Apr 2026 09:02:00 GMT
The comfortable new office chair from standing-desk pioneer Vari strikes a delicate balance between support and simplicity. Petite people might find it too roomy, though.
 
MIT engineers’ virtual violin produces realistic sounds - MIT News - Google Wed, 29 Apr 2026 09:00:00 GMT
MIT engineers’ virtual violin produces realistic sounds MIT News
 
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.
 
How AI Could Help Combat Antibiotic Resistance - Wired Wed, 29 Apr 2026 09:00:00 GMT
At WIRED Health, British surgeon Ara Darzi said AI is set to transform the diagnosis and treatment of drug-resistant infections. But a lack of incentives means innovation may not reach patients.
 
Microsoft says backend change broke Teams Free chat and calls - Bleeping Computer Wed, 29 Apr 2026 08:38:07 GMT
Microsoft is working to resolve a known issue that prevents some Microsoft Teams Free users from chatting and calling others. [...]
 
Motorola has a 200MP camera-packing Moto G87 and a glorious new Signature color in the pipeline - PhoneArena - Google Wed, 29 Apr 2026 07:43:22 GMT
  1. Motorola has a 200MP camera-packing Moto G87 and a glorious new Signature color in the pipeline PhoneArena
  2. Motorola’s best moto g camera yet arrives with the new moto g87 Motorola News
  3. Motorola Moto G87 emerges in new renders - GSMArena.com news GSMArena.com
  4. Moto G37 Power Launched With 7,000mAh Battery Alongside Moto G37: Price, Specifications Gadgets 360
  5. Motorola debuts high-end Edge Pro 70 and mid-range Moto G87 handsets Telecompaper
 
Samsung’s Update Mistake—No Fix For Galaxy S25 And S24 Phones - Forbes - Google Wed, 29 Apr 2026 05:48:19 GMT
  1. Samsung’s Update Mistake—No Fix For Galaxy S25 And S24 Phones Forbes
  2. Galaxy S24 S25 Battery Drain After April Update: What We Know Gadget Hacks
  3. Galaxy S24 and S25 battery drain? Survey suggests it's nearly everyone Android Authority
  4. It's not you (or your Galaxy S25) — the latest security update is hitting your battery life hard PhoneArena
  5. Samsung Update Causes Problems: Microsoft Apps Suddenly Stop Working Yahoo News UK
 
20% Off LG Promo Code & Coupons | May 2026 - Wired Wed, 29 Apr 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Save 20% with an LG promo code today, plus up to $1,000 off appliances, 40% off bestselling TVs and monitors.
 
Final Fantasy VII Trilogy Director Says Part 3's Development Is "On Time And On Schedule" - Nintendo Life - Google Wed, 29 Apr 2026 04:55:00 GMT
  1. Final Fantasy VII Trilogy Director Says Part 3's Development Is "On Time And On Schedule" Nintendo Life
  2. 'Please Look Forward to It Just a Little Longer' — Final Fantasy 7 Remake Part 3 'Proceeding on Time and on Schedule,' Director Says IGN
  3. Final Fantasy VII Remake Part 3 Director Has Good News and Bad News For Fans VICE
  4. FFVII Trilogy director says Part 3 is "on time and on schedule," shares the guiding principles behind the final entry GoNintendo
  5. Final Fantasy VII Remake Part 3 Won’t Just Wrap The Trilogy, As The Highwind Promises To Redefine Series’ Scale Wccftech
 
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.
 
Witcher 3 director's Blood of Dawnwalker launches September 3 with steep system requirements - TechSpot Wed, 29 Apr 2026 03:22:00 GMT

Konrad Tomaszkiewicz, a writer and quest designer on CD Projekt Red's first two Witcher games who went on to direct the award-winning Witcher 3, has spent the past several years building an original RPG at his new studio, Rebel Wolves. While the game resembles the director's prior fantasy series in...

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6 desk accessories that are genuinely useful, mostly beautiful and totally affordable - Creative Bloq - Google Wed, 29 Apr 2026 01:00:00 GMT
  1. 6 desk accessories that are genuinely useful, mostly beautiful and totally affordable Creative Bloq
  2. 15 quirky gadgets for your desk — and yes, they’re actually really useful for work TechRadar
  3. 8 Desk Gadgets That Quietly Upgrade Your Workday The Gadgeteer
  4. Tired of a slow setup? These top computer accessories can make your workday smoother| Technology News Hindustan Times
  5. 10 High-End Desk Accessories That Turn Your Workspace into a Command Center Gadget Review
 
Save Up To 50% On Nintendo Switch Digital Games At Amazon - GameSpot - Google Wed, 29 Apr 2026 00:05:56 GMT
  1. Save Up To 50% On Nintendo Switch Digital Games At Amazon GameSpot
  2. Digital Switch Games Are Up to 40% Off at Amazon Right Now IGN
  3. Nintendo has discounted a bunch of its Switch games in new rare sale Nintendo Everything
  4. Hurry: Nintendo games are heavily discounted during Amazon Gaming Week New York Post
  5. Nintendo eShop Golden Week Sale" will be held from April 28th! Super Mario Party Jamboree" and other games are on sale! Saiga NAK
 
OpenAI Really Wants Codex to Shut Up About Goblins - Wired Tue, 28 Apr 2026 23:45:05 GMT
“Never talk about goblins, gremlins, raccoons, trolls, ogres, pigeons, or other animals or creatures unless it is absolutely and unambiguously relevant,” reads OpenAI’s coding agent instructions.
 
Anti-Trump Instagram pic of seashells now enough to indict ex-FBI directors - ArsTechnica Tue, 28 Apr 2026 23:08:02 GMT
The clown car is all gassed up.
 
YouTube TV officially launching fully customizable multiview - Awful Announcing - Google Tue, 28 Apr 2026 22:21:34 GMT
  1. YouTube TV officially launching fully customizable multiview Awful Announcing
  2. YouTube TV is about to change the way we watch live sports | OutKick Fox News
  3. YouTube TV Launches Customized Multiview Across the Full Channel Lineup Variety
  4. YouTube rolls out Multiview option to more subscribers Social Media Today
  5. YouTube TV Gets A Fully Customizable Multiview Feature, With Availability For All Channels Engadget
 
Elon Musk Testifies That He Started OpenAI to Prevent a ‘Terminator Outcome’ - Wired Tue, 28 Apr 2026 21:35:17 GMT
The judge also warned Musk and Sam Altman to curb their “propensity to use social media to make things worse outside the courtroom” after both sides traded attacks online.
 
Broken VECT 2.0 ransomware acts as a data wiper for large files - Bleeping Computer Tue, 28 Apr 2026 21:25:57 GMT
Researchers are warning that the VECT 2.0 ransomware has a problem in the way it handles encryption nonces that leads to permanently destroying larger files rather than encrypt them. [...]
 
Intel says software, not more cache, is key to beating AMD in gaming - TechSpot Tue, 28 Apr 2026 21:08:00 GMT

Speaking to the German media outlet PC Games Hardware about Intel's plans to compete with AMD's X3D line of gaming CPUs, Vice President Robert Hallock said that hardcore PC enthusiasts are "significantly underestimating" the importance of software to the PC experience, and that no amount of cores or cache can...

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Hackers are exploiting a critical LiteLLM pre-auth SQLi flaw - Bleeping Computer Tue, 28 Apr 2026 21:07:23 GMT
Hackers are targeting sensitive information stored in the LiteLLM open-source large-language model (LLM) gateway by exploiting a critical vulnerability  tracked as CVE-2026-42208. [...]
 
Turtle Beach put a touchscreen on a gaming mouse, and it costs $160 - TechSpot Tue, 28 Apr 2026 20:35:00 GMT

Turtle Beach describes the Command Series MC7 wireless mouse as a pointing device designed for precise control in both gaming and productivity tasks. The mouse includes a 2.25-inch touch display with programmable controls, theoretically providing an easy way to manage DPI levels, profiles, macros, or streaming through OBS Studio.

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Sniffies’ Users Worry About a ‘Straightification’ of the Gay Hookup App - Wired Tue, 28 Apr 2026 20:25:33 GMT
Tinder and Hinge parent company Match Group invested $100 million into the queer cruising app Sniffies. The move has left users feeling uneasy about what happens next.
 
Flesh-eating bacteria devour man's arm and leg in just three days - ArsTechnica Tue, 28 Apr 2026 20:15:04 GMT
When doctors saw him, his limbs were discolored and crackling.
 
Saros’ Creators Say The Returnal Successor Is About Obsession, Greed, Power, And Corruption - Game Informer - Google Tue, 28 Apr 2026 20:04:05 GMT
  1. Saros’ Creators Say The Returnal Successor Is About Obsession, Greed, Power, And Corruption Game Informer
  2. SAROS Launches Worldwide Exclusively on PlayStation®5 Business Wire
  3. Saros reminded me how great the DualSense can be The Verge
  4. Returnal's controversial difficulty fixed in new PS5 follow-up because no one could beat the game Polygon.com
  5. Saros: gameplay modifiers, accessibility options, and more detailed PlayStation.Blog
 
FCC orders review of ABC licenses after Kimmel joke offends Trump and first lady - ArsTechnica Tue, 28 Apr 2026 19:57:13 GMT
Kimmel joke calling Melania an "expectant widow" followed quickly by FCC order.
 
Drone pilot makes US rescind no-fly zones around unmarked, moving ICE vehicles - ArsTechnica Tue, 28 Apr 2026 19:37:09 GMT
Civil liberty concerns spur FAA to revise drone no-fly zones near ICE vehicles.
 
Big Tech killed California's anti-self-preferencing bill in a month - TechSpot Tue, 28 Apr 2026 19:10:00 GMT

The bill, introduced by State Senator Scott Wiener, aimed to curb that conduct and drew on ideas similar to those driving Europe's recent digital competition rules.

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Video service Vimeo confirms Anodot breach exposed user data - Bleeping Computer Tue, 28 Apr 2026 19:04:22 GMT
Vimeo has disclosed that data belonging to some of its customers and users has been accessed without authorization following the recent breach at the Anodot data anomaly detection company. [...]
 
‘It’s Undignified’: Hundreds of Workers Training Meta’s AI Could Be Laid Off - Wired Tue, 28 Apr 2026 18:36:47 GMT
More than 700 people working for a Meta contractor in Ireland are at risk of losing their jobs, documents show.
 
The UK’s Answer to Darpa Wants to Rewire the Human Brain - Wired Tue, 28 Apr 2026 17:58:29 GMT
ARIA has a billion-dollar budget and big aspirations for tackling everything from epilepsy to Alzheimer's.
 
Why Sharing a Screenshot Can Get You Jailed in the UAE - Wired Tue, 28 Apr 2026 17:49:00 GMT
The war in Iran has drawn attention to arrests in the United Arab Emirates over online content, but the legal framework behind that enforcement has existed for years.
 
Toyota turns luxury car seat into a $3,100 office chair with a seatbelt - TechSpot Tue, 28 Apr 2026 17:46:00 GMT

Called the Crown Seat Desk Chair, it essentially repurposes the front power seat from Toyota's Crown luxury sedan for desk use. You get the full set of features from the car seat as well including heating and cooling with three levels – and even the seatbelt buckle, which has been...

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Nvidia Is Finally Doing Something About the RAM Apocalypse - Gizmodo - Google Tue, 28 Apr 2026 17:35:12 GMT
  1. Nvidia Is Finally Doing Something About the RAM Apocalypse Gizmodo
  2. NVIDIA starts offering a 12GB version of the 5070 for laptops Engadget
  3. Nvidia fixes the 8GB RAM problem with one of its GPUs—if you can pay for it Ars Technica
  4. Framework's new RTX 5070 12GB graphics module costs a whopping $1,199 — 72% more expensive than $699 8GB version, says pricing is beyond its control Tom's Hardware
  5. Nvidia’s new RTX GPU reveal was… a paragraph in a driver release PCWorld
 
Denuvo dealt major blow as crackers claim all non-VR games with the anti-tamper have been bypassed - PCGamesN - Google Tue, 28 Apr 2026 17:12:23 GMT
  1. Denuvo dealt major blow as crackers claim all non-VR games with the anti-tamper have been bypassed PCGamesN
  2. Denuvo has been cracked in all single-player games it previously protected — 2K Games and Denuvo reportedly retaliate with mandatory 14-day online checks Tom's Hardware
  3. Denuvo Responds to Day-Zero DRM Hypervisor Crack: "We're Already Working on Updated Security Versions" TechPowerUp
  4. Is Denuvo Irrelevant Now? All Single-Player, Non-VR Denuvo Games Have Been Allegedly Cracked or Bypassed IGN
  5. Denuvo is finally dead: every PC game protected by the DRM can now be cracked or bypassed XDA
 
Mr. Wonderful's AI data center in Utah could consume 2x more power than the whole state - TechSpot Tue, 28 Apr 2026 17:04:00 GMT

According to the The Salt Lake Tribune, the Stratos project will be developed across roughly 41,200 acres in an unincorporated area of western Box Elder County. The site includes about 40,000 acres of private land and approximately 1,200 acres of military and state-owned property. The lead developer is O'Leary Digital,...

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Melmetal in 2026: Fallen Meta Star or Still Worth Building? - Pokémon GO Hub - Google Tue, 28 Apr 2026 17:00:00 GMT
  1. Melmetal in 2026: Fallen Meta Star or Still Worth Building? Pokémon GO Hub
  2. Orthworm Debuts and Shiny Meltan Returns in Pokémon GO Pokemon.com
  3. Pokémon Go 'Steeled Resolve' 2026 event guide Polygon.com
  4. A PvE Analysis of Steeled Resolve: Taken Over Pokémon GO Hub
  5. Can You Get Shiny Orthworm in Pokémon Go? Insider Gaming
 
The Sims 4 Update: Hotfix Release Notes (April 28th, 2026) - Sims Community - Google Tue, 28 Apr 2026 16:59:21 GMT
  1. The Sims 4 Update: Hotfix Release Notes (April 28th, 2026) Sims Community
  2. Next Week’s Sims 4 Laundry List Hits The Character Limits Sims Community
  3. The Sims 4 Gets a New Update, Here’s Everything That’s Changed Gameblog
  4. The Sims 4 April 28 2026 Patch Notes IGN
  5. The Sims 4 Update 2.32 Addresses Community Feedback MP1st
 
'We've been a little bit too romantic:' Ustwo CEO says lowering development costs is now paramount - Game Developer - Google Tue, 28 Apr 2026 16:50:17 GMT
  1. 'We've been a little bit too romantic:' Ustwo CEO says lowering development costs is now paramount Game Developer
  2. Ideals Like Full-Time Employment and Job Security Are ‘Too Romantic’ in Game Dev, Says Monument Valley Studio CEO IGN
  3. Ustwo Games to consider hiring more contractors to reduce development costs GamesIndustry.biz
  4. "Those of us who joined in the early 2000s, we had it very good": Monument Valley boss says it's getting harder to give workers full-time stability rockpapershotgun.com
  5. Monument Valley Dev Says It's Pivoting Away From Job Security Kotaku
 
Claude can now plug directly into Photoshop, Blender, and Ableton - The Verge - Google Tue, 28 Apr 2026 16:49:08 GMT
  1. Claude can now plug directly into Photoshop, Blender, and Ableton The Verge
  2. Claude for Creative Work Anthropic
  3. Adobe for creativity: a new way to create with Adobe, now in Claude Adobe
  4. Claude can now connect with Spotify, Uber, and a lot more apps Mashable
  5. The End is Near: Adobe Partners With Anthropic to Allow for Agentic AI Creation No Film School
 
Hatsune Miku Announces Her First-Ever Fishing Gear Collab Collection - Essential Japan - Google Tue, 28 Apr 2026 16:20:53 GMT
Hatsune Miku Announces Her First-Ever Fishing Gear Collab Collection Essential Japan
 
An electric air taxi just flew from JFK to Manhattan in under 10 minutes - TechSpot Tue, 28 Apr 2026 16:18:00 GMT

In early demonstrations, Joby flew from JFK Airport to heliports in Lower Manhattan and Midtown in under 10 minutes. The route, which can take significantly longer by car depending on traffic, is a key use case for the company's proposed urban air mobility network.

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It's Not Just You, Arc Raiders' Crossplay Is Currently Broken For Everyone - TheGamer - Google Tue, 28 Apr 2026 16:00:30 GMT
  1. It's Not Just You, Arc Raiders' Crossplay Is Currently Broken For Everyone TheGamer
  2. Riven Tides - Patch Notes 1.26.0 ARC Raiders
  3. Surprise Hit 2025 Game Getting PS5 Pro PSSR 2 Update PlayStation LifeStyle
  4. Arc Raiders’ latest update has broken crossplay, but Embark is working on a fix Video Games Chronicle
  5. Trials season 4: What’s on the horizon ARC Raiders
 
The Division Resurgence Roadmap: PC Launch, Story Expansion, and More - Ubisoft - Google Tue, 28 Apr 2026 15:49:56 GMT
  1. The Division Resurgence Roadmap: PC Launch, Story Expansion, and More Ubisoft
  2. A New The Division PC Game Is Out Right Now, And It's Free GameSpot
  3. The Division Returns, Free PC Game Has Shadowdropped GAMINGbible
  4. 'The Division Resurgence' Expands to PC Alongside Mobile Inven Global
  5. The Division Resurgence is available on PC Instant Gaming News
 
Astrobotic Tests Next-Gen Rotating Detonation Rocket Engine With 300-Second Burn - The Daily Galaxy - Google Tue, 28 Apr 2026 15:45:00 GMT
  1. Astrobotic Tests Next-Gen Rotating Detonation Rocket Engine With 300-Second Burn The Daily Galaxy
  2. New video shows a next-gen ‘ring of fire’ rocket engine hit a major milestone Scientific American
  3. Astrobotic fires next-generation 'rotating detonation rocket engine' in record-breaking test (video) Space
  4. Just Look at the Spiral Exhaust Flame Thrown by This Rotating Detonation Rocket Engine The Drive
  5. Watch: Astrobotic's Chakram engine aces record 300-second hot fire Interesting Engineering
 
Studio Behind Unique RPGs Steelrising And GreedFall Reportedly Shutting Down After 18 Years - Kotaku - Google Tue, 28 Apr 2026 15:33:24 GMT
  1. Studio Behind Unique RPGs Steelrising And GreedFall Reportedly Shutting Down After 18 Years Kotaku
  2. Report: Steelrising Studio Spiders Shutting Down Just Six Weeks After The Launch Of GreedFall 2 Game Informer
  3. After Almost 20 Years, This Prolific RPG Studio Is Shutting Down GameSpot
  4. GreedFall Developer Is Shutting Down IGN
  5. Nacon’s collapse claims first closure as RPG studio confirms it ‘no longer exists’ Video Games Chronicle
 
UAE to Exit OPEC After Nearly 60 Years - Wired Tue, 28 Apr 2026 15:00:35 GMT
On May 1, the United Arab Emirates will end its a 59-year membership in the oil consortium, allowing it to raise output during one of the most volatile energy markets in years.
 
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.
 
Amazon’s Kindle Colorsoft Gets a Dark Mode (2026) - Wired Tue, 28 Apr 2026 14:38:52 GMT
Amazon’s color e-reader finally gets a dark mode.
 
A DOGE Affiliate Is Now in Charge of the US Government’s ID Platform - Wired Tue, 28 Apr 2026 14:38:21 GMT
Greg Hogan will oversee Login.gov as the government seeks to integrate driver’s license and passport information into the service, making what one insider calls “a national ID.”
 
Colorado's Anti-Repair Bill Is Dead - Wired Tue, 28 Apr 2026 14:09:44 GMT
Colorado has led the US on legislation that ensures people can fix their stuff. Manufacturers tried to claw back that control but ultimately failed—for now.
 
YouTube is testing an AI-powered search feature that shows guided answers - TechCrunch - Google Tue, 28 Apr 2026 13:54:06 GMT
  1. YouTube is testing an AI-powered search feature that shows guided answers TechCrunch
  2. Google is testing AI chatbot search for YouTube The Verge
  3. Google transforms YouTube into Search with new experimental AI mode Android Police
  4. YouTube is testing an AI search mode that 'feels more like a conversation' Engadget
  5. Google expands AI search mode to YouTube Social Media Today
 
Get Ready for More Brain-Scanning Consumer Gadgets - Wired Tue, 28 Apr 2026 13:00:00 GMT
Neurable, which makes noninvasive brain-computer interfaces, is licensing its technology and promises a “flood” of new third-party hardware this year and next.
 
The Race Is on to Keep AI Agents From Running Wild With Your Credit Cards - Wired Tue, 28 Apr 2026 13:00:00 GMT
AI agents may soon be buying your stuff for you. The FIDO Alliance has teamed up with Google and Mastercard to try to ensure that shopping in the near future isn't a complete disaster.
 
InkPoster Tela 28.5 Review: A Luxe Home Digital Frame - Wired Tue, 28 Apr 2026 11:30:00 GMT
It’s the world’s best E Ink picture frame, but you’ll need Monet money to make the most of it.
 
WIRED’s Smart Home Ecosystem Guide (2026) - Wired Tue, 28 Apr 2026 11:12:00 GMT
If you’re waffling between Alexa, Siri, and Google, the answer may already be in your home.
 
The 4 Best Laptop Power Banks We've Tested (2026) - Wired Tue, 28 Apr 2026 10:49:00 GMT
If you’re looking for the perfect laptop power bank, I’ve tested ‘em all, and these are the best.
 
Stop Trying to Unmask Satoshi Nakamoto - Wired Tue, 28 Apr 2026 10:30:00 GMT
On this week’s Big Interview podcast, actor-director Ben McKenzie talks about the rise of crypto, why he finds it dangerous, and why it benefits from having a mysterious creator.
 
The Hottest Anti-AI Gadget Is a Cyberdeck - Wired Tue, 28 Apr 2026 10:00:00 GMT
On TikTok, young women are going viral for crafting whimsical homemade computers inside purses.
 
Acer Swift 16 AI (2026) Review: Where Do Your Hands Go? - Wired Tue, 28 Apr 2026 09:30:00 GMT
Sporting the largest touchpad I’ve ever seen, this ambitious laptop is better in theory than in practice.
 
The Bloomberg Terminal Is Getting an AI Makeover, Like It or Not - Wired Tue, 28 Apr 2026 08:30:00 GMT
WIRED spoke with Bloomberg’s chief technology officer about the big, chatbot-style changes coming to the iconic platform for traders.
 
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.
 
Six from MIT awarded 2026 Paul and Daisy Soros Fellowships for New Americans - MIT Tue, 28 Apr 2026 04:00:00 GMT
Fellowship honors contributions of immigrants to American society by awarding $90,000 in funding for graduate studies.
 
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.
 
The power of “and” in energy and climate entrepreneurship - MIT Fri, 24 Apr 2026 17:27:00 GMT
Greentown Labs CEO Georgina Campbell Flatter emphasizes the importance of collaboration in the entrepreneurship space, and the role that universities play in this landscape.
 
MIT scientists build the world’s largest collection of Olympiad-level math problems, and open it to everyone - MIT Fri, 24 Apr 2026 17:00:00 GMT
New dataset of 30,000-plus competition math problems from 47 countries gives AI researchers a harder test — and students worldwide a better training ground.
 
Faces of MIT: Gabi Hott Soares - MIT Fri, 24 Apr 2026 16:00:00 GMT
Through mentorship, enthusiasm, and a global perspective, Gabi Hott Soares supports student leaders at MIT.
 
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.
 
Three from MIT named 2026 Goldwater Scholars - MIT Thu, 23 Apr 2026 19:00:00 GMT
Rising seniors Deeksha Kumaresh, Anna Liu, and Charlotte Myers are honored for their academic achievements.
 
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.
 
T.L. Taylor named 2026-27 CASBS Fellow - MIT Tue, 21 Apr 2026 23:10:00 GMT
MIT professor will use the fellowship in behavioral sciences to advance a book on theme parks as immersive systems, extending her research from digital worlds to physical ones.
 
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.
 
Two MIT alumnae named 2026 Gates Cambridge Scholars - MIT Tue, 21 Apr 2026 22:35:00 GMT
Mitali Chowdhury ’24 and Christina Kim ’24 will pursue graduate studies at Cambridge University in the UK.
 
How morality and ethics shaped India’s economic development - MIT Tue, 21 Apr 2026 22:30:00 GMT
A book by Associate Professor Jason Jackson explores how policymakers moved past post-colonial India to support its own captains of industry.
 
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.
 
Professor Michael Laub and MIT alumni named 2025 AAAS Fellows - MIT Fri, 17 Apr 2026 18:15:00 GMT
The American Association for the Advancement of Science recognized Laub and 21 alumni for their efforts to advance science and related fields.
 
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.
 
Jacob Andreas and Brett McGuire named Edgerton Award winners - MIT Fri, 17 Apr 2026 13:40:00 GMT
The associate professors of EECS and chemistry, respectively, are honored for exceptional contributions to teaching, research, and service at MIT.
 
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.
 
With navigating nematodes, scientists map out how brains implement behaviors - MIT Thu, 16 Apr 2026 22:30:00 GMT
MIT scientists create a detailed map of exactly what happens in the brains of C. elegans worms when they “follow their nose” to savor attractive odors or avoid unappealing ones.
 
Understanding community effects of Asian immigrants’ US housing purchases - MIT Thu, 16 Apr 2026 22:00:00 GMT
Findings suggest that at the county level, rise in prices is due, in part, to the fact that new neighbors have a positive impact on K-12 education.
 
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.
 
Carbon removal project supports Maine’s blue economy, broader marine health - MIT Tue, 14 Apr 2026 04:00:00 GMT
A chemical-free approach to balancing ocean acidity protects marine life and could dramatically impact the global aquaculture market.
 
Jazz in the key of life - MIT Sun, 12 Apr 2026 04:00:00 GMT
Saxophonist Miguel Zenón, a Grammy-winning MIT faculty member, creates a distinctive blend of jazz and traditional Puerto Rican music.
 
Professor Emeritus Jack Dennis, pioneering developer of dataflow models of computation, dies at 94 - MIT Fri, 10 Apr 2026 21:40:00 GMT
The influential first leader of the Computation Structures Group at MIT played a key role in the development of asynchronous computing.
 
The flawed fundamentals of failing banks - MIT Thu, 09 Apr 2026 04:00:00 GMT
MIT economist Emil Verner’s historical detective work shows how banking-sector crises develop out of bad business practices.
 
Desirée Plata appointed associate dean of engineering - MIT Wed, 08 Apr 2026 16:45:00 GMT
Faculty member in civil and environmental engineering will advance research and entrepreneurial initiatives across the School of Engineering.
 
Physicists zero in on the mass of the fundamental W boson particle - MIT Wed, 08 Apr 2026 16:00:00 GMT
The team’s ultra-precise measurement confirms the Standard Model’s predictions.
 
Hello Developer: April 2026 - Apple Developer Tue, 07 Apr 2026 13:00:16 GMT
In this edition:
 
MIT graduate engineering and business programs ranked highly by U.S. News for 2026-27 - MIT Tue, 07 Apr 2026 04:01:00 GMT
Graduate engineering program is No. 1 in the nation; MIT Sloan is No. 6.
 
Helping data centers deliver higher performance with less hardware - MIT Tue, 07 Apr 2026 04:00:00 GMT
Researchers developed a system that intelligently balances workloads to improve the efficiency of flash storage hardware in a data center.
 
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.
 
Toward cheaper, cleaner hydrogen production - MIT Fri, 03 Apr 2026 04:00:00 GMT
Co-founded by Dan Sobek ’88, SM ’92, PhD ’97, 1s1 Energy has developed electrochemical cell materials for hydrogen electrolyzers that it says reduces energy use by 30 percent.
 
Evaluating the ethics of autonomous systems - MIT Thu, 02 Apr 2026 04:00:00 GMT
MIT researchers developed a testing framework that pinpoints situations where AI decision-support systems are not treating people and communities fairly.
 
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
WWDC24
 
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.
 
What’s new for apps distributed in the European Union - Apple Developer Thu, 02 May 2024 12:00:15 GMT
The CTF is an element of the alternative business terms in the EU that reflects the value Apple provides developers through tools, technologies, and services that enable them to build and share innovative apps. We believe anyone with a good idea and the ingenuity to bring it to life should have the opportunity to offer their app to the world. Only developers who reach significant scale (more than one million first annual installs per year in the EU) pay the CTF. Nonprofit organizations, government entities, and educational institutions approved for a fee waiver don’t pay the CTF. Today, we’re introducing two additional conditions in which the CTF is not required: