The telecommunications provider Verizon is suspending late payment penalties and providing adaptable billing options for employees disrupted by the ongoing partial federal government closure. This initiative echoes previous support from the company, such as the provision of additional cellular data allowances without extra charges during the COVID-19 crisis. Among federal…
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A cyber outfit known as Handala has breached the personal email of FBI Director Kash Patel, according to Reuters. The attackers released materials from his inbox on their site to demonstrate the intrusion, featuring images of Patel inhaling and puffing on cigars, along with a selfie where he grimaces while…
The relationship between Elon Musk and Mark Zuckerberg has been marked by tension. Back in 2023, they publicly committed to a cage fight that ultimately fell through. However, come the start of 2025, as both aligned more closely with President-elect Donald Trump, signs pointed to a warmer dynamic between them.
Meta is set to cover the electricity expenses for its $27 billion expansive data center under development in Louisiana. According to a Friday report from the Wall Street Journal, the firm has arranged an agreement to support the required power setup for this initiative. In partnership with Entergy Louisiana, Meta…
Officials from the European Commission revealed a recent cyber incident that compromised the cloud systems supporting their online presence on the Europa.eu domain. Although the breach has now been neutralized, reports from Bleeping Computer indicate that the perpetrator, who claimed responsibility, managed to extract more than 350 gigabytes of information…
Despite ongoing user concerns from the AI subtitle controversy and a recent subscription fee adjustment, anime enthusiasts can now access Crunchyroll through a fresh integration. The streaming platform has been added as an official channel within the Apple TV app. Users are able to sign up for subscriptions and enjoy…
Visitors in Georgia have a chance to see a fresh display at the Mimms Museum of Technology and Art in Roswell, honoring the 50th anniversary of Apple. Named iNSPIRE: 50 Years of Innovation from Apple, the showcase begins on April 1, matching the date of the company's establishment, and contains…
Following prolonged speculation and numerous fan-created demonstrations using Unreal Engine of mixed caliber, indications point toward an official full-scale reconstruction of The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time. Nintendo leaker NatetheHate revealed during his most recent podcast episode that this reconstruction of the iconic Nintendo 64 title is slated for…
Developers at Team Cherry have addressed a persistent error in the initial Hollow Knight title, as noted in a GamesRadar article. Released nine years prior, the title continues to receive support from its creators, demonstrating ongoing commitment. Warning: plot details ahead, though the game's age may lessen concerns. The recent…
At the core of the documentary 'The AI Doc: Or How I Became an Apocaloptimist' lies a sense of unease rather than deep technical analysis. Filmmaker Daniel Roher expresses concerns about the world awaiting his newborn child, pondering whether artificial intelligence will usher in a paradise or trigger catastrophe, a…
Google has introduced two fresh capabilities in Gemini to simplify the process of migrating to its AI chatbot. User background and previous interactions play a crucial role in delivering tailored responses from such systems. The platform now enables the transfer of conversation records from rival AI services, available to both…
Apple has verified to Engadget the discontinuation of the Mac Pro, a tower-style desktop last refreshed in 2023. According to 9to5Mac, the device is absent from Apple's Mac product listings and online store. Consequently, the Mac Studio currently serves as Apple's premier option for professional users. The latest iteration of…
The dashboard tool widely known as TweetDeck, rebranded as X Pro, is no longer included in X's basic Premium subscription. It has been shifted exclusively to the Premium+ level, which requires a $40 monthly fee. Following Elon Musk's 2023 rebranding of Twitter to X, TweetDeck was renamed X Pro and…
Netflix has increased rates for all its subscription options, as revealed on the recently updated 'Plans and Pricing' section noticed by Android Authority. This follows the previous adjustment in January 2025, which elevated each tier's fee by at least $1. With this recent adjustment, the Standard plan featuring ads will…
A judge in the US District Court for the Northern District of Texas has thrown out a case brought by X Corp. against several companies accused of orchestrating an unlawful advertising boycott, according to Reuters. The platform launched the legal action in 2024 after brands withdrew their marketing spend from…
During the latest Xbox Partner Preview showcase, developers revealed that Grave Seasons, a charming yet eerie title blending relaxation with frights, is slated for launch on August 14. Drawing inspiration from Stardew Valley, the game unfolds in a town steeped in Lovecraftian dread, where participants tend crops, explore mines, build…
Dispatch emerged as a top release in 2025 and ranks among the strongest story-driven video games of recent times, rendering its absence from Xbox consoles particularly surprising. That gap is now closing with an upcoming release during the summer season. The addition was revealed in the latest Xbox Partner Preview…
The first add-on for Stalker 2, named Cost of Hope, is scheduled to launch this summer. Developers revealed the expansion and its broad availability timeline at the recent Xbox Partner Preview event. Over a year has passed since the core title's debut, which concluded an extended production period interrupted by…
After an initial hiccup last week, Google is now deploying its Search Live capability across the globe. This functionality lets users direct their smartphone camera toward an item or environment and pose inquiries about the visible elements. The current rollout extends Search Live to all regions and languages supported by…
Fans eager for Hades 2's arrival on Xbox Series X/S and PlayStation 5 can look forward to positive updates from the recent Xbox Partner Preview event held on Thursday. Developed by Supergiant Games, this roguelite action RPG will launch on those platforms, along with Xbox PC and Xbox Cloud Gaming,…
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{"title": "X Modifies Creator Earnings System to Prioritize Local Audience Interaction and Curb Fake National Identities", "body": ["X has revised its creator monetization program to emphasize interactions from a poster's native area, according to an announcement from Nikita Bier, the platform's Head of Product. The adjustment aims to promote material…
Creators using Facebook and Instagram will soon have a simpler method to market goods to their audience. The platform owner, Meta, is rolling out the ability for users to add interactive links to items straight into their Reels videos. Collaborations with brands and affiliate programs—where influencers receive commissions on purchases…
In a prominent civil lawsuit concerning child exploitation and safety concerns, a New Mexico jury determined that Meta breached the state's consumer protection statutes. Just one day following the conclusion of final arguments in the extended proceedings, the panel sided against Meta on all charges and mandated a $375 million…
Industry observers note that before leading Dark Outlaw Releases, Blundell was the head of Deviation Releases, which was an independent developer, but also happened to be developing a PlayStation experience before it shut down, Schreier says. Sony is shutting down Dark Outlaw Releases, a first-party experience developer led by former…
The AI chatbot Grok has faced significant backlash following reports that its image creation feature produced around 3 million explicit images in just 11 days, with about 23,000 involving minors, as noted by the Center for Countering Digital Hate. Global authorities have restricted usage or initiated probes into the service's…
{"title": "OpenAI Announces Discontinuation of Sora Video Creation Tool", "body": ["OpenAI has revealed plans to end support for its Sora video creation application. In a message shared on X on Tuesday, the firm stated, 'We're saying goodbye to Sora.' Details regarding the exact timeline for disabling the application and its…
Bloomberg's Mark Gurman continues to provide detailed insights into the evolving features of Apple's anticipated Siri upgrade. According to his most recent report, the virtual assistant is set to gain its own independent application and a new 'Ask Siri' capability, potentially transforming the ways users engage with Apple's ecosystem. Gurman's…
Zoox revealed intentions to introduce its robotaxi operations to Austin, Texas, and Miami, Florida, for the initial time, while also increasing availability in San Francisco and Las Vegas. The firm officially debuted its robotaxi offerings in September 2025 and indicated back in March that trials would commence in Dallas and…
Many users occasionally need to switch away from AI interfaces to access weather updates, though this is rarely a major inconvenience. To address any such scenarios, AccuWeather introduced a dedicated ChatGPT application on Tuesday, enabling direct access within the platform. This feature could prove useful in specific contexts for quick…