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Cybercriminals used the Glassworm botnet to infect open source software projects with malware, and in turn hack the developers and companies that use that software.

Many seniors struggle with health apps and portals despite wanting to use them. Learn how to overcome digital health literacy barriers and stay safe.

As Cognition reaches $492 in annualized revenue run rate, it more than doubled its valuation in eight months, it says.

Starship is grounded until SpaceX finds out why the first V3 booster failed during its first test flight.

Sharyn Alfonsi, whose segment on a brutal Salvadoran prison was pulled abruptly in December, said that CBS News and its top editor, Bari Weiss, had let her contract expire.

As of May 27, save $50 on the Anker Solix C1000 power station at Amazon.

As of May 27, you can get the Bluetti Elite 30 V2 for $218.98 at Amazon, down from $299. That's a 27% discount or $80.02 savings.

By tracking eye movements in zebrafish, researchers identified four different types of sleep, analogous to the complex sleep patterns of humans and other animals.

Erin Brockovich is taking on the AI industry with a new website that tracks AI data centers.

As of May 27, you can get the Samsung 98-inch Class Neo QLED 4K Smart TV for $8,997.99 at Amazon, down from $14,997.99.

A $20 billion deal would be among the largest in JPMorgan's history and could invite regulatory scrutiny given its position as the largest U.S. bank by assets.

The DJI Mic Mini (2 transceivers, one receiver) is on sale at Amazon for $79, down from $99. That's a 20% discount.

As of May 27, get the Apple AirPods 4 for $30 off at Amazon.

Memes mocked the new model, analysts questioned its appeal and investors sold the automaker’s stock. A former Ferrari chairman warned of “the destruction of a legend.”

The 15-inch Apple M5 MacBook Air is on sale at Amazon for $1,099.99. That's a $200 discount and its best price ever.

'I Saw the TV Glow' writer/director, Jane Schoenbrun is back with another bold horror movie. Watch the trailer.

Today is the final day to apply or nominate a startup for Startup Battlefield 200. Once the clock strikes 11:59 p.m. PT, the window closes on your chance to compete for $100,000 in equity-free funding, gain global visibility, connect directly with investors, and launch on the TechCrunch Disrupt stage.

ElevenLabs' new model will let users regenerate a section of a song without affecting rest of the track

With the new scissors icon, you can clip favorite moments from podcasts and share them with your audience.

The types of Ebola and hantavirus panicking officials are very different from the species identified decades ago, raising new questions about how to respond.

John Tillman, founder and CEO of Hall of Giants, details his mission to celebrate entrepreneurs by putting a spotlight on their role in building a better world.

Asher Luzzatto bought 7% of downtown Denver for pennies on the dollar. He's betting people will want to live in abandoned offices.

SOND, a startup led by Bose’s former head of sleep products, emerged from stealth with $7M in funding for its AI-powered sleep earbuds.

There are only 3 days left to save up to $410 on your ticket to TechCrunch Disrupt 2026. Early Bird pricing ends May 29 at 11:59 p.m. PT, and once the deadline passes, ticket prices increase. If you plan to attend one of the most influential gatherings in tech this year, now is the time to lock in your pass before rates go up again.

China's AI boom is producing world-class talent, and Beijing is increasingly reluctant to let them go elsewhere.

The OpenAI chief expected AI to wipe out entry-level positions, but admits he underestimated the 'human part' of employment.

After three months, the fallout of the closure of the Strait of Hormuz is spreading, with developing countries bearing the brunt of the shortfall.

Albert Manifold, who was abruptly fired less than a year after he was appointed, said he was let go “without explanation.”

The database provider is eyeing a public debut within the next few years.

U.S. crude oil prices fell about 6% Wednesday on a report Iran would restore traffic through the Strait of Hormuz as part of a framework deal with the U.S.

The founder and CEO shares how his companies are building wealth for some of the most successful people on the internet.

Watch A24's "Primetime" based on Chris Hansen and Dateline's "To Catch a Predator series, starring Robert Pattinson and Phoebe Bridgers.

YouTube will now automatically label videos that use significant photorealistic AI, instead of relying solely on creators to disclose AI-generated content themselves. It's also making AI labels more prominent.

Albert Manifold was brought in to revamp the oil giant. Then a whistleblower report surfaced and the board took decisive action.

The American Federation of Teachers recommended “no screens” at all for those in second grade or younger, and no A.I. chatbots for students in elementary school.

Bank security codes sent via text may not be enough. Learn why authenticator apps and passkeys offer stronger two-factor authentication protection.

Sherlock Holmes' capable sister Enola (Stranger Things' Millie Bobby Brown) is back for a new case, and Netflix has an overtly romantic teaser trailer.

“Ongoing conflict in the Middle East is impacting the price we pay for energy,” the head of the U.K.’s energy regulator said.

The new Sony PS-LX3BT Bluetooth turntable is on sale for $348 on Amazon (normally $399.99). That's its best price ever.

The new products allow customers to create AI assistants capable of carrying out investing strategies or spending instructions with minimal human involvement.

"CEOs are uniquely prone to AI psychosis," Box CEO Aaron Levie opines. Maybe that explains the almost religious belief in AI productivity gains.

Robinhood will let users create a separate account with pre-loaded balance that an agent use to trade

Three major producers — Micron, Samsung and SK Hynix — are now trillion-dollar companies. Politicians and Wall Street have taken notice.

The war in Iran, market valuations and private credit vulnerabilities all pose risks.

How many 'e's in the word astronomical? Google's AI Overviews still thinks multiple.

Samsung's next-gen Odyssey, ViewFinity, and The Movingstyle Essential monitors come with free credits or gadgets worth up to $500.

As of May 27, the Soundcore AeroFit 2 by Anker open-ear earbuds are on sale for $79.98 at Amazon. This is 38% off their list price of $129.99.

Republicans are struggling to find a clear message to battle high prices as President Trump pushes for funding for a White House ballroom.

As of May 27, the Garmin Lily 2 is on sale at Amazon for $199.99. This is 20% off its list price of $249.99.

Options traders are convinced the "SAAS-pocalypse" is over. Whether that's true will likely depend on the market's reaction to one earnings report Wednesday.

Get the best deal on Beats. Save 32% on the Beats Fit Pro at Amazon.

Amazon drops the Pokémon TCG Chaos Rising 3-Pack Blister to $37.72 with three boosters and a Charmeleon promo card.

Apple is reportedly working on a new iOS feature to prevent phone snatchers from accessing users' personal data.

The agreement all but guarantees hefty bonuses for employees in the top-performing chip unit. Other workers say they feel left out.

Answers to each clue for the May 27, 2026 edition of NYT's The Mini crossword puzzle.

Mainland China-based chip giants such as Cambricon saw their shares tumble on Wednesday.

The yield on the 10-year U.S. Treasury note — the key benchmark for U.S. government borrowing — fell more than 2 basis points to 4.465%.

How to watch French Open for free. Live stream Royer vs. Djokovic in the 2026 French Open online for free.

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How to watch French Open for free. Live stream Bejlek vs. Swiatek in the 2026 French Open online for free.

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Content creator AymansBooks on her favorite books, e-readers, and the gear she relies on as a BookTok regular

Find the best robot pool cleaner deal. Save 30% on the Aiper Scuba S1 at Amazon.

Former BP Chairman Albert Manifold has pushed back against accusations over his conduct following his shock departure from the British energy major.

What an A.I.-generated video of the former reality TV star teaches us about the future of political ads.

Urged on by the White House and a reduction in regulatory oversight, crypto companies and automakers are among those that have applied for banking charters.

Our writer kept an open mind as she signed up for sound baths, face yoga and meditation sessions on a wellness retreat aboard a luxury Mediterranean cruise. But was it all a bit too woo-woo?

A Mad Hatter and a giant rabbit sit around a table discussing an A.I. start-up. This is normal behavior around the Bay Area these days.

The best cordless vacuums offer more precise cleaning than robot vacuums. I tested and loved these Dyson, Shark, Roborock, and Eufy vacs.

I've been using the PencilVac for months. It weighs 3.9 pounds, has two lasers, and spins 360 degrees — not your average Dyson stick vacuum.

Save on Microsoft Office Home & Business for Mac 2021 while it’s down to $44.97 through May 31 at 11:59 p.m. PT.

Get lifetime access to Pok Pok for $44.97 through May 31 and turn screen time into Montessori-inspired play for kids ages 2–8.

Get a refurbished Grade A Shark Matrix Plus 2-in-1 Robot Vacuum & Mop for $129.97 and automate vacuuming, mopping, and self-emptying.

"Spider-Noir" is available in both black and white and color. Which one's the winner?

Paul Rudd and Nick Jonas fall short of charming in "Power Ballad," a comedy about songwriting from the director of "Once. Review.

Many teens are turning to chatbots instead of their parents.

Get the best headphones deal. Save 13% on the Sony XM6 at Amazon.

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Find the best vacuum deal at Amazon. Save 35% on the Dyson V8 at Amazon.

Britain and its allies face a “moment of consequence,” according to the head of its intelligence agency.

Amazon has the Pokémon TCG Chaos Rising Booster Bundle for $55.49, with six packs from the Mega Evolution set's new expansion.

Amazon has the Pokémon TCG Mega Evolution Chaos Rising Elite Trainer Box for $94.95, sold and shipped directly by Amazon.

Connections: Sports Edition is a New York Times word game about finding common sports threads between words. How to solve the day's puzzle.

WeRoad, the Milan-based group travel startup, has raised a $58 million Series C round led by Airbnb as it prepares for its first major expansion outside Europe. The funding brings the company’s total capital raised to roughly $100 million and will finance WeRoad’s push into the U.S., beginning with Austin. The new investment reflects a […]

Russia's State Duma has passed a law allowing certain financial institutions to operate anti-drone defense systems after attacks on its territory.

South Korea's SK Hynix and U.S. chip firm Micron become the latest companies to top $1 trillion in market capitalization as the AI rally resumes.

Labour's Wes Streeting wants to raise the rate at which capital gains are taxed into line with the higher and top rates of income tax. 

European stocks are expected to open in mixed territory on Wednesday as regional investors assess the latest military operations against Iran.

China’s tobacco monopoly has become so financially vital to the government that even its powerful leader has failed to curb the country’s smoking habit.

Hints and answers to today's Hurdle all in one place.

China’s industrial profits grew at their fastest pace in over two years in April, buoyed by stronger exports, higher producer prices and gains in upstream industries.

Connections is a New York Times word game that's all about finding the "common threads between words." How to solve the puzzle.

The NYT Strands hints and answers you need to make the most of your puzzling experience.

Here's the answer for "Wordle" #1803 on May 27 as well as a few hints, tips, and clues to help you solve it yourself.

The New York Times' latest game, Pips, brings domino fun to your desktop. How to play Pips as well as hints in case you get stuck.

Low manufacturing costs in China are keeping many European businesses' supply chains in the country despite pressure in the EU to reduce overseas reliance.

Think "Conclave" meets "The Pitt," set in World War II. Brendan Fraser co-stars with Andrew Scott in "Pressure."

Shares of SK Hynix soared over 11% on Wednesday, pushing the South Korean memory-chip maker above the $1 trillion market capitalization mark.

He ran the newspaper division of Advance Publications, while his older brother, Si, ran the Condé Nast magazine operation.

The third-party website exposed applicants' sensitive documents as part of the U.K. visa application process. Instead of fixing the issue, the company sent attorneys.