Timef 02/13/2026

The Series A was co-led by Chemistry and Headline.

The chatbot maker has, once again, ramped up its valuation significantly.

When Apple Vision Pro first launched two years ago, YouTube hesitated to launch a dedicated app. Today is the day they officially launch one.

EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin officially revoked the endangerment finding, in a huge blow to U.S. efforts to fight climate change.

Stuck in regulatory limbo, the self-driving vehicle developer is encouraging Washington, DC residents to message public officials to help get its robotaxis onto roads.

The powerful weather pattern is expected to shift into gear again around June, NOAA said, though its strength this time remains a question.

Cisco shares plunged 12% Thursday after the company issued lukewarm guidance as memory prices weigh on profit margins

From small publishers to US federal agencies, websites are reporting unusual spikes in automated traffic linked to IP addresses in Lanzhou, China.

How to watch FA Cup for free. Live stream Hull City vs. Chelsea in the FA Cup for free from anywhere in the world.

Romance cons are on the rise online, especially due to AI. Here are tips to avoid them.

Digital finance is transitioning from speculative hype to serious institutional infrastructure. Here's what that means for leaders.

Emails published by the Justice Department revealed cybersecurity veteran Vincenzo Iozzo emailed, and arranged to meet, Jeffrey Epstein multiple times between 2014 and 2018.

The EPA's new rule seeks to undo a 2009 finding that allowed the federal government to regulate six greenhouse gases.

Last minute announcements and abrupt changes by the Trump administration have caused confusion in an already strained U.S. aviation system.

WP Engine claims Automattic was going to target more hosting companies with royalty fees.

After OpenAI raised the largest private tech financing round on record last year at over $40 billion, Anthropic is now second, with its $30 billion raise.

There are about 1,000 tiny hairs on an elephant’s rugged trunk, all designed to help the animal feel, a new study found.

In an interview with WIRED, Greg Brockman says supporting politicians who back AI is “bigger than the people that I happen to be employed with.”

The B2B sales process that exists today will become an expensive, outdated system by 2030. Here's how you can create an autonomous buyer experience through a high-velocity, rep-free journey.

I learned my golden rule of business from watching Spielberg movies. Here's why your success depends on the "wow" factor.

Elon Musk had some bizarre things to say at a recent xAI meeting.

The Environmental Protection Agency repealed the bedrock scientific finding that greenhouse gases threaten human life and well being. It means the agency can no longer regulate them.

The Trump administration has repealed the scientific determination that underpins the government’s legal authority to combat climate change.

In challenging ICE, Minneapolis has mastered signal voice chats, free 3-D printed whistles, and electronic billboards.

Spotify credits Claude Code and its internal AI system Honk with speeding up development.

If you're struggling to sell, it may be time to stop and take a hard look at whether you have all the pieces in place.

Best Buy continues to sell the TCL QM6K for a staggering discount.

There's a big PlayStation announcement livestream on Thursday, and you can check it out as it airs.

FedEx projected higher annual revenue for fiscal 2029 and third-quarter earnings that will exceed Wall Street estimates due to an "exceptional" peak season.

Expert cybersecurity tips to protect your online banking and investment accounts from hackers. Learn essential security habits that keep your money safe.

OpenAI calls the new coding tool the "first milestone" in its relationship with the chipmaker.

How to watch Bundesliga for free. Watch Dortmund vs. Mainz in the Bundesliga for free from anywhere in the world.

You don't have an execution problem. You have a clarity problem.

In a series of landmark trials, plaintiffs are alleging that Meta, TikTok, Snap and YouTube caused personal injury through addictive products. Our technology reporter Cecilia Kang describes what’s at stake for tech giants and social media users.

CEO Chris Urmson called it a “superhuman” moment, adding that Aurora’s trucks can now carry freight 1,000 miles in 15 hours — faster than what a human driver can legally accomplish.

Find out where to buy the new Nintendo Switch 2 Joy-Con purple and green controllers and how much they cost.

The new Sand Pink Sony XM6 headphones are already on sale at Amazon for $398, down from the list price of $459.99. That's a 13% discount.

Presidents' Day is one of the first major sales of the year and already we've spotted a ton of savings. Here are all the best deals from Amazon, Best Buy, and Walmart.

Ferguson cited a study from the conservative Media Research Center that said Apple News did not feature right-leaning news during high-traffic windows.

Microsoft fixed a vulnerability in Notepad. Make sure you're updated.

At the heart of Daniel Fish’s verbatim staging of a C-SPAN segment is a complex relationship, between Larry Kramer and Anthony Fauci, that “goes from ‘I hate you’ to ‘I love you’ and back.”

Health workers in developing countries know that isolating tuberculosis patients is an outdated and potentially harmful practice, but lack the resources to move away from it.

The program was meant to help hospitals provide for poor patients by offering drug savings. But critics say a Texas company has turned it into a big business, driving up costs for patients and insurers.

Labor force participation for women with small children continues to float above prepandemic levels, thanks to flexible work setups — and rising costs.

Expand into international markets with this proven language learning platform.

Research from the New York Fed confirms that U.S. companies and consumers are bearing tariff costs, despite the president’s assertions otherwise.

Coupang’s massive data breach has sparked U.S. investor lawsuits against the South Korean government over alleged discrimination

How can wanting to be loved be so wrong? Writer/director Curry Barker offers a horror story, starring Michael Johnston, Inde Navarrette, Cooper Tomlinson, Megan Lawless, and Andy Richter.

As of Feb. 12, get $100 off an iPad mini at Amazon.

Her departure comes after months of mounting tension over her division’s work to determine whether companies violated antitrust laws.

European leaders have been compelled to address the possibility of once-remote risks to the financial networks and technology that undergird their economies.

ElliQ is building relationships with thousands of seniors, reducing loneliness by 95% — and government programs are distributing them for free.

The Dutch subsidiary of the luxury brand agreed to pay a nearly $600,000 settlement in a money laundering and terrorism financing case.

The Dreame Aqua10 Ultra Roller is on sale at Amazon for $1,049.99, down from the normal price of $1,599.99. That's a 34% discount.

U.S. Customs identified close to $3.6 billion in surety bond insufficiencies in fiscal 2025, a financial guarantee trade experts say has soared due to tariffs.

We sit on the verge of the next big iOS update, but it sounds like Siri's Gemini-powered revival won't be a part of it.

Apple's M5 MacBook Pro base model is on sale for $1,449 at Amazon, which is $150 off its usual list price.

Write "dear algo, show me more posts about cute cats" and your feed will adjust for three days.

Nicolas Cage reprises his scene-stealing "Into the Spider-Verse" role in the live-action series "Spider-Noir," out May 27.

The Sony WF-1000XM6 earbuds hit the market on Feb. 12. Our audio expert put them to the test to find out if they're worth it.

The Sony WF-1000XM6 are available as of Feb. 12. Here's everything you need to know about the new flagship noise-cancelling earbuds.

Ryan Murphy's "Love Story" gets off to a strong, unsettling start with the romance of John F. Kennedy Jr. and Carolyn Bessette.

BTS will not only stream their first concert back after a hiatus on Netflix, they're bringing 'ARIRANG' to cinemas.

Outside of the U.S. and Canada, Restaurant Brands' same-store sales climbed 6.1%.

The show is expected to run for four seasons, with the possibility of spin-offs, a prequel, and foreign versions.

The emergence of AI across the business world has only heightened the need for solid and lasting leadership at the highest levels.

Home sales in January fell more than expected as mortgage rates didn't move much and consumer confidence dropped.

SEO fundamentals are here to stay, but prompt engineering is rapidly transforming the practice into a holistic discipline.

The widow and two daughters of LG’s former chairman sought to invalidate an inheritance agreement, claiming they were deceived into forfeiting their rightful inheritance.

Border czar Tom Homan said President Donald Trump has agreed with his proposal to conclude a federal immigration enforcement surge in Minnesota.

In a letter to Apple CEO Tim Cook, FTC chair Andrew Ferguson cited reports from Media Research Center, a right-leaning think tank, which accused Apple of excluding right-leaning outlets from the top 20 articles in the Apple News feed.

A wave of high-profile staffers are sounding alarms about safety risks, ethical concerns, and moving too fast.

While publicly supporting protesters in Iran, Elon Musk's X appears to have been selling premium accounts to regime officials. Checkmarks were removed from certain accounts after a WIRED inquiry.

Samsung's Galaxy S26 lineup of phones just leaked. See the photos.

The San Francisco-based startup says its AI-first approach has allowed it to scale faster.

Write, edit, and publish full-length books in minutes.

The hardest leadership lessons don't come from clean markets — they come from those where clarity threatens the status quo and where doing the right thing requires leaders to change incentives before growth ever follows.

How to watch T20 World Cup for free. Live stream Australia vs. Zimbabwe in the 2026 T20 World Cup for free from anywhere in the world.

Sigh. Another tax season is upon us. I filed my taxes with TurboTax, exploring its newest features and free or low-cost filing options.

Looking to better protect your Kindle or add a little personality to your favorite e-reader? From cases and covers to page turners and even charms, this is the guide for you.

Anthropic is pouring millions of dollars into a political action committee that will most likely face off against OpenAI.

SpaceX's potential IPO has generated plenty of investor buzz, but all of the real action in tech capital markets is currently on the debt side.

The use of cryptocurrency in sales of human beings for prostitution and scam compounds nearly doubled in 2025, according to a conservative estimate. Many of the deals are happening in plain sight.

Discover unforgettable, budget-friendly activities this Presidents' Day weekend.

EU leaders will have an 'informal retreat' in Belgium on Thursday to discuss making the EU more competitive. Steve Sedgwick wonders why they don't act.

Anthropic and OpenAI now have their own well-funded political groups that will square off in the midterm elections over artificial intelligence safety and regulation.

The JetBoots Pro Plus promise faster, more effective recovery by combining multiple therapies in one device. I tested whether it’s worth the $1,150 splurge.

This accessory gives your laptop three extra displays—as long as you’re prepared to lug them around.

A Shanghai startup unveiled Moya, a humanoid robot with warm skin that feels disturbingly human. The biometric AI robot is launching in 2026 for $173,000.

WhatsApp on Thursday said Russia had attempted to "fully block" its service, with 100 million users affected. The Kremlin later confirmed the move.

Support measures and tax breaks were announced for firms using AI to transform their businesses.

Find out how to watch the Daytona 500 live in 2026, including which streaming service you need and the best streaming deals.

The comments came in response to a question about whether Russia was concerned about the Trump administration's tariff threats.

Shop the best Presidents' Day deals at Walmart live now: earbuds, TVs, tech, kitchen appliances, and more.

Jimmy Kimmel has responded to Pam Bondi's Epstein hearing, which descended into arguments and chaos.

The best Presidents' Day Apple deals in 2025: Score huge discounts on AirPods, iPads, Apple Watches, and more.

The new “Send to Alexa” feature lets you send Kindle Scribe notebooks to your Echo device with just a couple of taps.

Rather than offering a revolutionary new approach to gig work, RentAHuman is filled with bots that just want me to be another cog in the AI hype machine.

Samsung’s 40-inch Odyssey G7 curved gaming monitor drops to $749.99 at Amazon, saving $450 on a fast 180Hz ultrawide display.

Get the best robot vacuum deal at Amazon. Save 36% on the Eufy X10 Pro Omni robot vacuum at Amazon.