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Google offers bargain: Sell your soul to Gemini, and it'll give you smarter answers
: But private data will stay private and won't be used for training, Google says (03:24 | register)
OpenAI will try to guess your age before ChatGPT gets spicy
: Think of the children...and the monetization options available where they're not allowed (03:24 | register)
Remember VoidLink, the cloud-targeting Linux malware? An AI agent wrote it
: AI + skilled malware developers = security threat (Tegnap | register)
My New Website, New Focus, and New Photos
My new site is includes a cleaner design, larger fonts, clearer descriptions of what I do, and new photos of me. I also highlight my focus on how to build fandom. (Tegnap | davidmeer)
What exactly makes an AI PC fit for the enterprise?
Sponsored Feature: Do TOPS trump everything else? (Tegnap | register)
Windows 11, not AI, kick-started the PC upgrade cycle
: Corporate IT refreshed hardware to stay supported, not chase new features (Tegnap | register)
AI framework flaws put enterprise clouds at risk of takeover
: Update Chainlit to the latest version ASAP (Tegnap | register)
Majority of CEOs report zero payoff from AI splurge
: PwC survey finds more than half of 4,500+ biz leaders see no revenue growth nor cost savings (Tegnap | register)
OpenAI is still figuring out how to make money, but wants you to believe in it
: And the world economy might depend on it finding an answer (Tegnap | register)
Anthropic finds $1.5 million to help Python Foundation improve security
: AI upstart also upscales its Labs to find the next frontier (Tegnap | register)
Stop dragging feet on AI nudification ban, UK government told
: Committee raises concerns over delays and loopholes in proposed law (Tegnap | register)
£45B savings remain theoretical as UK digital roadmap delayed again
: Promised plan keeps slipping as ministers talk up future efficiency (Tegnap | register)
Coming soon: We interrupt this ChatGPT session with a very special message from our sponsors
: Gotta pay for those datacenter buildouts somehow (Tegnap | register)
Micron finds a way to make more DRAM with $1.8bn chip plant purchase
: Taiwans Powerchip sells legacy fab it opened just 19 months ago after spending $9.5 billion (Tegnap | register)
Anthropic Claude wants to be your helpful colleague, always looking over your shoulder
: Just be careful not to entrust the AI model with your sensitive data (Tegnap | register)
Popular Python libraries used in Hugging Face models subject to poisoned metadata attack
: The open-source libraries were created by Salesforce, Nvidia, and Apple with a Swiss group (Tegnap | register)
Trump says Americans shouldn't 'pick up the tab' for AI datacenter grid upgrades
: Big Tech warned expansion must come without higher household bills as Microsoft signals support (Hét. | register)
AI and automation could erase 10.4 million US roles by 2030
AI-pocalypse: Forrester models slow, structural shift rather than sudden employment collapse (Hét. | register)
Trump may hate renewables, but AI datacenters still fancy cheap solar
: Analysts say cheap energy and storage make sense for bit barns despite policy headwinds (Hét. | register)
ERP isn't dead yet but most execs are planning the wake
: 7 out of 10 C-suite cats reckon software category's best days are behind it, but can't agree what's next (Hét. | register)
Developer writes script to throw AI out of Windows
: Satya Nadella's call to accept and embrace desktop brainboxes faces skepticism (Hét. | register)
Just because Linus Torvalds vibe codes doesn't mean it's a good idea
Opinion: For trivial projects, it's fine. For serious work, forget about it (Hét. | register)
Hyperscalers, vendors funding trillion dollar AI spree, but users will have to pay up long term
: Analyst: We'll hit a spot where 'we go from that was a great idea to where's my revenue?' (Hét. | register)
Wikimedias 25th birthday gift: Letting more AIs scour pages volunteers created
: Microsoft promises to be a responsible copilot (Hét. | register)
Hiring at Indias Big Four outsourcers stalls, as AI seemingly makes an impact
: Revenue growth is sluggish, too (Hét. | register)
Most devs don't trust AI-generated code, but fail to check it anyway
: Developer survey from Sonar finds AI tool adoption has created a verification bottleneck (Hét. | register)
OpenAI invests in brain-interface biz co-founded by CEO Sam Altman
: Merge Labs envisions controlling devices using your brain - without implanting hardware in your body (Hét. | register)
Dont bother with the retailers website, says Google: Gemini can shop for you
: You can check out anytime you like, but please dont ever leave (Vas. | register)
Businesses in 2026: Maybe we should finally look into that AI security stuff
: Survey finds security checks nearly doubled in a year as leaders wise up (Vas. | register)
Nvidia, Eli Lilly just say yes to making drugs together, using Vera Rubin GPUs
: If penicillin was discovered on moldy bread, who's to say the next miracle drug won't be born from AI hallucinations (Vas. | register)
Contagious Claude Code bug Anthropic ignored promptly spreads to Cowork
: Office workers without AI experience warned to watch for prompt injection attacks - good luck with that (Vas. | register)
Bond, debt bond: Investors shaken, not stirred by Oracles borrowing spree sue Big Red
: Investors upset that company failed to inform them might need to take out even more debt. (Vas. | register)
Copper supplies set to peak just as tech needs more
: Analysts say production will top out this decade while global electrification keeps ramping (Vas. | register)
Claude joins the ward as Anthropic eyes US healthcare data
: AI firm promises HIPAA-compliant integrations as chatbot moves into hospital admin (Vas. | register)
Apple, Google pulled into Grok controversy as campaigners demand app store takedown
: The chatbot's challenges no longer just Elon Musks problem, as campaigners call on tech giants to step in (Vas. | register)
Microsoft teases targeted Copilot removal for admins
: Yes, you can get rid of it assuming nobody's looked at it in 28 days (Vas. | register)
Grok told to cover up as UK weighs action over AI 'undressing'
: Image generation paywalled on X after ministers and regulators start asking awkward questions (Vas. | register)
Ofcom officially investigating X as Grok's nudify button stays switched on
: Tech minister Liz Kendall says the government will back a robust regulatory response (Vas. | register)
Ofcom keeps X under the microscope despite Grok 'nudify' fix
: Cold milk poured over 'spicy mode,' but it might not be enough to escape a huge fine (Vas. | register)
Not hot on bots, project names and shames AI-created open source software
: 'OpenSlopware' briefly flowers, fades, falls but fortunately was forked, fast (Vas. | register)
Tech that helps people outshone overhyped AI at CES 2026
Opinion: Nobody really needs an AI toothbrush that sends their gums to the cloud (Vas. | register)
How to watch Six Nations 2026 from anywhere with this VPN deal
How to watch Six Nations 2026 live streams from anywhere with a VPN, as France bid to defend the title they won in style last year.
It is genuinely hard; we need to protect vulnerable users, while also making sure our guardrails still allow all of our users to benefit from our tools Sam Altm...
Why building safe AI is harder than it sounds, according to Sam Altman
Hobart Hurricanes vs Melbourne Stars Free Streams: How to watch BBL15 Knockout online from anywhere
All the ways to watch Hobart Hurricanes vs Melbourne Stars in BBL15 Knockout with a spot in Friday
Tired of seeing Low Battery pop-up on iPhone? Here are 5 simple display settings to improve your battery life
Power up with these display tips
Younger workers are more worried about AI taking their jobs - but some don't expect any effects at all
Gen Z workers are worried about job displacement, report finds
Snap settles social media addiction lawsuit ahead of trial
TikTok, YouTube and Meta remain defendants in the case, which is due to kick off next week.
What cost of living crisis? Why Elliott pays absolutely nothing to power his home
The government's long-awaited Warm Homes plan published on Wednesday is designed to upgrade homes to make them cheaper, better and warmer. Is this a realistic vision of the future?
Anthropic CEO: Selling H200s to China is like giving nukes to North Korea
: This is totally not because China is giving away its best models away for free, right?
A Google Gemini security flaw let hackers use calendar invites to steal private data
A Google Gemini security flaw allowed hackers to steal private data
Close-up pictures of AMD's only branded PC have emerged, and I cannot believe that it is so small - Ryzen AI Halo sits comfortably in the palm of one's hand and...
AMDs Ryzen AI Halo is small, powerful, and ready to handle AI workloads without standard desktop limitations
Rackspace email hosting price hike will be 'devastating', customers say
Rackspace email hosting prices have risen sharply and volume discounts don
AWS signs mega deal with Rio Tinto for the first new copper mine in the US for years - here's what it could do with that windfall
Amazons US copper deal looks big until you see how much AI data centers actually consume
Want some AI with your Pi? Raspberry Pi 5 gets an LLM upgrade with new AI HAT+ 2 - but will it be powerful enough?
Raspberry Pi expands into generative AI with AI HAT+ 2, bringing serious LLM and vision-language performance
These fake Chrome extensions will crash your browser so that hackers can sneak in - here's how to stay safe
This clever new ClickFix evolution actually creates a problem to
The memory price hike crisis could get even worse, as US threatens 100% tariffs this is how it could affect you
Consumers in the US now face an additional danger in terms of factors that could seriously hike the price of laptops and PCs.
Life is Strange: Reunion has been revealed and is the 'emotional conclusion' of Max and Chloe's story
Square Enix has revealed Life is Strange: Reunion, the next entry in the Life is Strange series, with the fan-favorite Chloe set to return.
A new era of e-bike use or the dumbest ebike law ever? E-bike restrictions are hitting New Jersey, and Im worried its just the beginning
Tighter e-bike rules are coming.
'The coating is sprayed onto each smartwatch, then baked to help cure the coating' Garmin's new Cerakote Edition of its tactix 8 outdoor watch offers 'long-last...
The Garmin tactix 8 Cerakote Edition is stealthing its way onto wrists.
Best Buy's massive Super Bowl sale is live here are 15 deals I'd buy on big-screen TVs, air fryers, soundbars, and more
Get Super Bowl ready at Best Buy
Ransomware gang claims it hacked into Hyatt systems, says it has stolen data for sale
A ransomware gang has claimed responsibility
Tottenham vs Borussia Dortmund Free Streams: How to watch Champions League 2025/26 online from anywhere
All the ways to watch Tottenham vs Borussia Dortmund live streams from anywhere, with both Thomas Frank and Niko Kovac under pressure ahead of this UCL tie.
The best Pokémon TCG deals to shop this week
Save some serious cash on your way to becoming a Pokémon master.
You should buy an electric car now, UK government says while ignoring 5 massive roadblocks that affect millions
The Department for Transport has released a new campaign to encourage buyers to make the switch to electric, but are they missing something?
Shop the best Apple deals this week: iPad Pro, MacBook Air, and more
Take up to $250 off the M4 MacBook Air, M5 iPad Pro, Apple Watch Ultra 2, and more.
Suri's eco-friendly electric toothbrush that offers 'sustainability and performance at its absolute best' just got a big price cut on Amazon
The Suri 2.0 Sonic Electric Toothbrush is a fantastic alternative to plastic options from Oral-B and Philips and it just dropped to its lowest price since Black Friday on Amazon.
The AI PC needs to deliver more than performance - it needs to deliver security
Sponsored Feature: Scanning the future
This hidden iPhone feature lets you record and transcribe, but it's still not as good as Android Voice Recorder
Record and transcribe on your iPhone for the win
How to watch The Fall and Rise of Reggie Dinkins online stream the sports sitcom with Daniel Radcliffe from anywhere
Tracey Morgan and Daniel Radcliffe team up in an American sports sitcom
Arc Raiders' design lead says Embark's 'ambitions are definitely large' when it comes to developing the PvE experience
Embark Studios is considering plans to evolve Arc Raiders
'The film now is so expensive. I hate spending that much money on each shot' photography icon Sally Mann finally switches to a digital camera after decades usin...
From monochrome film to digital color, Sally Mann describes her
Inter Milan vs Arsenal Free Streams: How to watch Champions League 2025/26 online from anywhere
All the ways to watch Inter Milan vs Arsenal live streams from anywhere, with both side
Roborocks first CES 2026 robot vacuum is out and on sale: Get the Qrevo Curv 2 Flow for $849.99
That's a great price for a self-cleaning roller mop and a livestream pet camera.
NymVPN fixes bugs and boosts censorship resistance with latest update
NymVPN v2026.1 update fixes bandwidth issues and adds AmneziaWG
Threat hunters cant waste time stumbling in the dark they need real observability
How observability stops breaches from becoming crises
New botnet targets HPE OneView vulnerability, so patch now
The critical flaw represents real-world risk
Quordle hints and answers for Wednesday, January 21 (game #1458)
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NYT Strands hints and answers for Wednesday, January 21 (game #689)
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NYT Connections hints and answers for Wednesday, January 21 (game #955)
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Simplifying your business response to worst-case scenarios
Businesses can navigate worst-case scenarios with mathematical optimization
I found the 5 most blatant iPhone 17 clones, and I can't believe they're actually real
Attack of the Clones
'19 minutes and 31 seconds later, I had a new 5K PB one almost a full minute better than Id ever achieved before': our writer tried a robotic exoskeleton and en...
Does your running PB count if you run like Robocop? Our writer tried the Hypershell X Ultra exoskeleton.
New Prime Video thriller Steal is a heart-stopping high-stakes cash heist but stick with the sloppy middle to get a gratifying payoff
Ive never wanted to work in finance less after watching new Prime Video thriller Steal but after this traumatic binge, I can probably add trade processing to my CV.
Far Cry 3: Classic Edition, Blood Dragon, and Primal are all getting a free 60FPS update on PS5 and Xbox Series X very soon
Ubisoft has announced that a free performance update will be released for Far Cry 3: Classic Edition, Far Cry 3: Blood Dragon, and Far Cry Primal on current-gen consoles this week.
Heel trailer: Stephen Graham and Andrea Riseborough headline twisted thriller
Being a bad boy will not be tolerated.
Sonys future TVs could be largely made by TCL here's what that could mean for TV purists
Everything from product development to customer service is included in this huge deal that shakes up the high-end TV world
How would a social media ban for under-16s work?
BBC technology editor Zoe Kleinman explains.
I tested the Nutribullet Flex portable blender: a lightweight, convenient companion for smoothies on the go
Tasty smoothies and blended drinks at an affordable price
Dreame just launched its best-ever robot vacuum here are 3 ways the X60 improves on its predecessor
From its streamlined look to its improved threshold-climbing abilities, this is a formidable new flagship from Dreame.
Welcome to the AI slop security crisis these 198 iOS apps were found leaking private chats and user locations
Apps with over 20 million users have exposed 380 million private chat messages into the wild, research shows.
The best free ChatGPT courses you can take online this month
Gain a better understanding of this popular chatbot.
The DJI 4K Mini is 'the best budget drone for beginners' and right now it's on sale for a record-low price at Amazon
The DJI 4K Mini is an outstanding beginner
Ingram Micro reveals ransomware attack hit 42,000 people - here's how to find out more
SafePlay is claiming responsibility for the attack
The best HBO Max deals and bundles in January 2026
From 'Heated Rivalry' to 'A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms' and so much more, catch excellent shows and films on HBO Max with these streaming deals.
An impressive Spotify audiobook upgrade could be on the way, and as a non-reader, Im dying to give it a go
Do you switch between physical and digital books a lot? This new Spotify audiobook feature could be a lifesaver
Ive disabled this iOS 26 Apple Intelligence feature, and you probably should too
Even in iOS 26, notification summaries still get things wrong and miss important details, so here
Sony unveils a limited-edition Marathon DualSense controller and Pulse Elite headset ahead of the game's March release
A new limited-edition DualSense wireless controller and Pulse Elite wireless headset inspired by Marathon have been announced.
I tested Blinks new Mini 2K+ camera, and was stunned by its high-resolution picture quality and ultra-compact design
Boasting 2K video resolution, the tiny Blink Mini 2K+ also offers improved night vision over its predecessor thanks to the inclusion of a strong spotlight.
Turn your phone into a pro-level document scanner for $40
Contracts, receipts, IDs done.
Forget daily charging this upcoming phone's 10,001mAh battery helps it last a week, but it's still lighter than an iPhone 17 Pro Max
The Realme P4 Power has one of the highest capacity batteries we
Google Clock just made it harder to sleep through your alarms
The latest version of Google Clock lets you turn off alarms with a swipe rather than a tap.
Philips Hue is pushing out an upgrade for Bridge and Bridge Pro devices, ready to make smart-light automations easier
A new update for the Philips Hue hubs means better automation management though we
Key Apple, Nvidia, and Tesla supplier sees confidential files allegedly exposed in major breach - here's what we know so far
A ransomware group claims to have stolen important company data
Realmes 10,001mAh battery phone is real, and its remarkably light
Finally, a phone that doesn't die after one day.
Bungie announces new Marathon release date alongside preorder details, a full voice cast, and a new gameplay trailer
After numerous delays, Bungie has finally announced a new release date for its first-person, sci-fi extraction shooter, Marathon.
Seth Meyers attempts to unpack Trumps baffling position on Greenland and Norway
It's only getting more confusing.
AI is putting huge strain on tech infrastructure - so how can your company stay resilient?
AI is being held back by legacy infrastructure, and infrastructure modernization is limited by weak leadership alignment.
The EcoFlow Delta 2 power station is at its lowest-ever price at Amazon save over $80
Stay prepared with whole-home backup.
The Insignia 50-inch Class F50 TV just got a $120 discount at Amazon upgrade for the playoffs
Watch a lot of live sport? You need an upgrade.
The Garmin vívoactive 5 is over $100 off at Amazon upgrade now for less
Time for a new fitness tracker? You know it makes sense.
Trump administration sets GPU export rules that put Chinese buyers at the back of the queue
: America first, for sales and access to foundries
The Dyson V15 vacuum is back on sale at Amazon save over $200 right now
Your floors have never looked so clean.
Even with the release of the Canon EOS R6 Mark III, I still think the Canon EOS C50 is a superb buy for videographers here's why
Often overlooked, but not beaten - here
T-Mobile can save you over $1,000 per year vs. similar plans at Verizon and AT&T
Switch it up and save big in 2026.
5 AI image prompts way better than Google Photos remixing
Googles Remix gives you cartoon pics. These Nano Banana prompts give you much more fun art
How to watch Blue Murder Motel online for FREE from anywhere
Retired detectives find murder waiting at their peaceful seaside motel
'It really is the craziest time ever': data centers to grab 70% of all high-end memory chips in 2026 as AI boom leaves consumers in the cold
RAM has already skyrocketed in price, but with no respite in sight, the worry is that it
ChatGPT Go might be worth the downgrade OpenAI's new money-saving tier costs 60% less than Plus
Now you can save yourself $12 a month and still get your AI fix
I heard the new Rolls-Royce of DACs and let me tell you, iFi isnt calling it Phantom for nothing
The best DAC iFis ever created just blew all other hi-res audio options away
UK gambling regulator accuses Meta of lying about its struggle to spot illegal ads
: Labels Zucks ad library a window into criminality and the Social Network as happy to turn a blind eye
Perth Scorchers vs Sydney Sixers Free Streams: How to watch BBL15 Qualifier online from anywhere
All the ways to watch Perth Scorchers vs Sydney Sixers in BBL15 Qualifier with a spot in Sunday
What is the release date for The Pitt season 2 episode 3 on HBO Max?
Will AI be the death of the world
The Northern Lights will be visible in the U.S. tonight. Heres how to view it.
The aurora borealis is expected to show up on Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day.
Are 'tech dense' farms the future of farming?
A host of technology is on offer to farmers, promising to raise farming yields and lower food prices.
7 great WhatsApp alternatives for Android users Google Messages, Discord, and more
The best messaging apps for Android users
The Seagate FireCuda 530R is an okay PS5 SSD, but its another victim of the ongoing RAM shortage
The Seagate FireCuda 530R with heatsink would be an okay option for PS5 owners if it was available at a reasonable price.
'We are helping innovate at the frontiers of what is possible, to evolve the sport and make it next generation': Lenovo tells us how it is working with FIFA to ...
Lenovo and FIFA team up to make the 2026 World Cup the smartest and most engaging yet.
Apple really went backwards when it ditched titanium on iPhones
And not just because I
UK to consult on social media ban for under 16s
The government said it expected schools to be "phone-free by default" as a result of the announcement.
Nanometer-thick magnet produced at room temperature using lasers could one day produce better HDDs, faster non-silicon processors
A laser trick in nanometer-thin magnets hints at faster storage and computing without exotic laboratory conditions
Is Nikon pulling a Canon? What the Viltrox lawsuit rumors mean for the future of Z-mount lenses
Nikon is rumored to be suing Viltrox for IP infringement, which could have serious implications for the affordable lens brand moving forward
This new Netflix series starring Ed Westwick and John Hannah is a throwback to classic pirate movies here are 3 of the casts guilty pleasures
John Hannah, Ed Westwick and Alanah Bloor reveal the pirate movies they unapologetically love and why their new Netflix series is a classic adventure love story for the modern day.