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Chi Xu, the founder and CEO of XREAL, thinks the smart glasses business has finally reached a turning point.

The movie, which cost $300 million to make and market, was expected to collect about $102 million from Thursday through Monday at domestic theaters.

An environmental lobbyist and activist, he was a pivotal figure in drawing public attention and political support to the existential issue.

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Figure AI claims its three humanoid robots completed over 24 hours of continuous autonomous package sorting without any human control in a warehouse test.

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Disney's "The Mandalorian and Grogu" tallied and estimated $82 million in domestic ticket sales through its first three days in theaters.

Like other AI wearables, Amazon's Bee offers an odd combination of convenience and privacy anxiety.

The president said the U.S. naval blockade of Iranian ports would remain in effect until "an agreement is reached, certified, and signed."

International graduates say a weak hiring market and changing immigration rules make it harder for them to achieve their American dream of working in the U.S.

"Strong people skills are not the same as people-pleasing," says child life specialist and therapist Kelsey Mora, who's supported thousands of kids and families.

What sets Dreamie apart from all of the other fancy alarm clocks is laughably simple: It can play podcasts.

Fake CAPTCHA scams trick users into opening command windows and pasting malicious scripts, installing StealC malware that steals passwords silently.

Attacks on data centers in the Middle East and persistently high energy prices have altered the calculus for operators of the facilities, analysts say.

An annual psychiatric meeting was abuzz over Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s call to rein in the use of depression medications. Some fear it will drive patients away from care.

The government’s A.I. Security Institute, staffed by alumni from OpenAI and Google, is becoming a model for countries grappling with A.I.’s emerging risks.

Demand for security engineers has surged as artificial intelligence generates a glut of new code and models like Anthropic’s Mythos create new concerns.

A term first used in philosophy and cognitive science circles has lately taken on a more ominous cast. Moo.

The R.V.s are seen as an eyesore — the most visible sign of the state’s homelessness crisis. Neighbors and politicians want them gone. The people who call them home feel under siege.

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Some students accused of AI cheating are trying to save their college career with an attorney's help.

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A shortage of naphtha, stemming from the blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, is disrupting manufacturing and retail goods in Japan and South Korea.

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SolarSquare could be valued at up to $500 million in the financing expected to close next month.

Security researcher says Yarbo robot mowers contained serious flaws enabling remote access, live camera feeds and Wi-Fi password theft from home networks.

Credit freezes block many fraudulent applications but miss synthetic identity fraud, account takeovers and tax refund scams. Here is what else to do.

Trump Mobile has finally sent out a handful of golden T1 phones after months of speculation.

The Jackery Explorer 240D is on sale at Amazon for $129, down from the list price of $209. That's a 38% discount.

Two men face years in prison after federal prosecutors charged them with creating troves of sexual AI deepfakes featuring real women.

The Husqvarna Automower 410iQ Robotic Mower is on sale at Amazon for $1,799.99, down from the list price of $2,599.99. That's a 31% discount.

A fragile ceasefire has been in place since April 8, punctuated by skirmishes as the U.S. and Iran jockey over the Strait of Hormuz.

The NTSB temporarily paused access to its records systems after members of the public used images to recreate final moments of a deadly crash.

Apple, Meta, and Google offer special security modes that provide your devices more secure against targeted spyware attacks. Here are how those modes work, what they do, and how to switch them on.

The Levoit Sprout air purifier is on sale at Amazon for $199.99, down from the list price of $279.99. That's a 29% discount.

The 65-inch Hisense CanvasTV is on sale at Amazon for $1,099.99, down from the list price of $1,999.99. That's a 45% discount.

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Deep Fission is seeking an IPO that could raise $157 million, though investors may have trouble buying the nuclear startup's story.

Elon Muks's xAI has gone all in on natural gas, while SpaceX is obsessed with orbital data centers. What happened to the "solar-electric economy" he promised?

In fast-moving environments where investors, journalists and customers rely on quick interpretation, the first sentence or the first 10 seconds often determines everything that follows.

More than three quarters of Americans, including 55 percent of Republicans, said President Trump’s policies have increased the cost of living in their community.

As prices rise everywhere, consumers are choosing to be more intentional with how they're spending on live music and concerts this year.

U.S. and Chinese officials have met and spoken publicly about differing priorities since the Trump-Xi summit concluded in Beijing last week.

South Korea's deputy PM tells CNBC there are concerns as to whether AI could worsen wealth gaps or lead to job losses.

To find the best Kindle for your library, Mashable tested and reviewed Amazon's latest e-readers. Compare the Kindle, Kindle Kids, Paperwhite, Colorsoft, and Scribe.

Friendship and money don’t always mix. But many Americans feel comfortable discussing financial issues with their friends and lending them money.

A rapidly growing industry often overprescribes treatment to young children with autism, who spend as many as 40 hours a week at the facilities.

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The industry has grown rapidly, straining state budgets. A focus on finances has led to overbilling, fraud and even harm.

Casetify is releasing a custom-branded Tamagotchi device alongside a nostalgia-packed collection of tech accessories starting at $36.

The DJI Mini 5 Pro Fly More Combo is on sale for $1,099 at Amazon. That's $500 off the list price.

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I went on a mission to try and track down some Pokémon cards for my son at retail price. Along the way I learned that collecting is very different in 2026 than it was in 1999.

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Peec, which helps brands track their presence in AI searches, offers proof of a key trend among European startups.

Iran is trying to assert its control over the strait by charging for passage. Experts say it is unlikely to happen, but the threat has unsettled the shipping industry.

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A chemical leak occurred at one of the company’s manufacturing plants in California, raising concerns about an explosion.

SpaceX launched its massive Starship rocket on Friday, a day after the company scrubbed plans before takeoff.

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People used AI on a spectrogram image of cockpit recordings to reconstruct them, forcing the NTSB to temporarily block access to its docket system.

The company had a mostly successful first launch of its upgraded Starship V3, which it needs to power its many ambitious goals in the years to come.

Employees of a dealership in Olathe, Kan., found the nest, which is protected under federal law, on top of one of the truck’s tires.

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Jeff Bezos' rocket company confirmed an engine failure led to the loss of an AST SpaceMobile satellite last month, but offered little detail.

Donald Trump Jr. was previously married to Vanessa Trump, with whom he has five children. She disclosed this week that she has breast cancer.

You can now disco ball-ify your entire Pixel homescreen, says Google.

Qualcomm is on a big run, powered by investor bullishness that the company will be at the center of a boom in AI devices.

Some AI startups are stretching traditional revenue metrics when talking about progress publicly. And their investors are fully aware.

Mat Best opens up about the loss, discipline, and sense of mission behind Black Rifle Coffee’s new “Folded Flag” video—and what entrepreneurs can learn from building a brand with grit and purpose.

The temporary shutdowns came after videos emerged showing two Waymo cars stopped on swamped streets in Atlanta on Wednesday.

The total tripled his usual audience this season. But it is only about half of what Jay Leno and David Letterman attracted for their final episodes.

Authenticity in leadership isn't about self-expression but disciplined consistency. In a polarized environment, leaders who hold their ground earn trust, while those swayed by the wrong voices quietly erode it decision by decision.

President Trump droppped his $10 billion lawsuit against the IRS in exchange for the DOJ creating a $1.8 billion fund to compensate alleged "lawfare" victims.

It took nearly a year. But it finally happened this quarter.

Harrison Nastasi and Justin Iannelli wanted to innovate in the snack aisle.

If a problem with the launch tower is fixed, SpaceX will try to launch on Friday evening.

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Every business will face disruption — companies that prepare early by building adaptable systems, strengthening leadership depthi and responding quickly to change are the ones that outperform when conditions get tough.

Disney's "Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu" tallied $12 million in Thursday night previews, the lowest collection of advanced tickets in franchise history.

Sandberg spoke to Gen Z college graduates at a recent commencement ceremony.

Another week, another Tesla recall, this time centered around the lack of a weight certification label.

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A New York fertility doctor is using AI to cut costs, reduce waste, and speed up treatment, without sacrificing outcomes.

Gabbard is leaving her post to support her husband, who is battling a rare form of bone cancer, a White House official told MS NOW.