Timef 02/19/2026

The $1.2 billion deal comes as eBay looks to expand its appeal among younger users.

Bose's fabulous QuietComfort Ultra Gen 2 noise-canceling headphones are the best travel headphones and are $50 off.

Southern California Edison had said its electrical equipment most likely caused the blaze, which destroyed much of Altadena, a Los Angeles suburb.

Startup founders are being pushed to move faster than ever, using AI while facing tighter funding, rising infrastructure costs, and more pressure to show real traction early. Cloud credits, access to GPUs, and foundation models have made it easier to get started, but those early infrastructure choices can have unforeseen consequences once startups move beyond […]

Social network Bluesky now offers private messaging by integrating the startup Germ's E2E encrypted messenger natively in its app.

But stay tuned: We’ve still got more to share about this Antarctic expedition, and the next ones scientists are already planning.

Geoship is rethinking housing from first principles to deliver faster, healthier, climate-resilient homes at scale.

Scout AI is using technology borrowed from the AI industry to power lethal weapons—and recently demonstrated its explosive potential.

While it may sound unorthodox, these earbuds make a great companion for your Switch 2 or other portable console.

Senior officials at the Environmental Protection Agency are expected to announce the move on Friday, according to people briefed on the matter.

The days of tech giants buying up discrete chips are over. AI companies now need GPUs, CPUs, and everything in between.

Meta’s chief executive said users spent a lot of time on the app because of its value, as he was grilled about child safety issues in front of a jury.

Barring a rapid deterioration in the labor market or a significant cooling of inflation, the Federal Reserve appears poised for an extended hold.

SeatGeek announced on Wednesday a new integration with Spotify, bringing a seamless ticket-buying experience for Spotify users.  Now, when Spotify users browse an artist’s page or upcoming tour dates, they will see ticket links powered by SeatGeek for concerts at these participating venues, allowing for a streamlined purchase process. Currently, the integration is available for […]

The Federal Reserve on Wednesday released minutes from its Jan. 27-28 meeting.

Businesses in traditionally low-tech environments can unlock significant productivity gains by focusing on three high-impact areas where AI can make a difference.

Due diligence isn't reserved for acquisitions and funding rounds — it's a mindset revealed in everyday decisions.

The CEO warns of a “very big shift” for white-collar workers in the coming years.

"Lee Cronin's The Mummy" premieres April 17.

A great logo isn't just about looking nice. It's about picking the right colors, fonts and graphics

Amazon said Blue Jay's core tech will be used for other robotics projects and the employees who worked on it were moved to other projects.

Mastodon is looking to grow its open source, decentralized social network with new features aimed at creators.

The Figure data breach allowed hackers to steal customer names, dates of birth, physical addresses, phone numbers, and email addresses.

Anthropic landed a $200 million Defense contract last year, as did AI rivals OpenAI, Google and xAI.

Internet terminology explained: slop, burner accounts, shadowbans, clickbait and targeted ads. Understand how these five key terms affect your social media experience.

A judge has sided with Cameo, the company that sells custom celebrity videos, over OpenAI in the battle for the term "Cameo."

I've scaled SEO across dozens of locations. Here are the systems that franchise brands need to win in 2026.

We interviewed our bot about what it learned on Moltbook, the A.I.-only social network.

Dr. Jay Bhattacharya will serve as acting director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention until President Trump appoints a permanent director.

How to watch Europa League for free. Live stream Fenerbahçe vs. Nottingham Forest in the Europa League for free.

Apple's Face ID feature is very popular, and now Google’s ‘Project Toscana’ could bring face unlocking to Pixel phones.

The smartphone is available for preorder now with shipments starting March 5.  It comes in Lavender, Berry, Fog, and Obsidian.

In uncertain times, your business can stay resilient by using AI to focus on its strengths and make data-informed decisions.

Spend $100 on the Lego website by Feb. 24, including preordering New Pokémon and Lego Star Wars sets dropping through March 1.

Donald Trump Jr. and Eric Trump are hosting the World Liberty Forum at the Mar-a-Lago club in Palm Beach, Fla., owned by their father, President Donald Trump.

A database left accessible to anyone online contained billions of records, including sensitive personal data that criminals appear to have not yet exploited.

This exclusive Babbel Language Learning deal only runs for a limited time.

Punch, the viral baby monkey rejected by his mother, bonded with an IKEA DJUNGELSKOG orangutan. Here's where to buy your own before it sells out.

As of Feb. 18, get the Magic: The Gathering Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Bundle at below market value.

The data analytics giant joined Apple, Amazon, and other tech firms in a growing exodus to Florida.

Get a free $100 gift card when you preorder the Google Pixel 10a at Amazon, Best Buy, or Google Store.

Apple's big March product rollout might happen in press releases, not a livestream.

The Microsoft president said American firms will have to compete with subsidies provided by Beijing to Chinese companies.

The DJI Avata 2 Fly More Combo is on sale at Amazon for $859, down from the list price of $1,199. That's a 28% discount.

Freshen up your home for spring with furniture, rugs, and more on sale at Wayfair, and get $10 for free to spend at Best Buy.

The feature will require customers to buy both versions of the title, but at a discounted price.

The FDA is slated to make a decision on the flu shot on Aug. 5, which will allow Moderna to make the vaccine available for the upcoming influenza season. 

X's new immersive video player is designed to offer a more mobile-friendly experience, optimized especially for portrait-oriented videos.

Bloomberg reports the company is accelerating three camera-equipped wearables to compete with Meta and OpenAI—with production starting as early as December.

The Alexa-enabled smoke detector is Kidde’s second model in collaboration with Ring—no wires required.

Meta’s biggest election investment aims to prevent state legislation that it fears could inhibit artificial intelligence development. Its spending starts this week in Texas and Illinois.

In the oceans and on land, scientists are discovering rare, transitional organisms that bridge the gap between Earth’s simplest cells and today’s complex ones.

The revenue milestone comes as Snap has added additional paid offerings outside of its core Snapchat+ subscription over the past year to diversify its revenue streams.

Users will be able to use text, images, and videos as a reference to generate music

Evie is a longtime favorite of far-right. At its very first live event, the strength of the publication's politics was in the pretense that it doesn’t have any.

Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg will take the stand in a closely watched social media and safety trial that could reshape the industry.

Legacy giants like Amazon and JPMorgan have pushed strict office returns, but new research suggests the trend won’t last.

I build wellness brands for a living, and I've watched health become a second job. Here's the reset that makes it lighter and more effective.

As of Feb. 18, you can get the 11-inch Apple iPad Pro (M5) for $799.99, down from $999, at Amazon. That's a 20% discount.

The LG 75-inch 85A QNED Mini-LED 4K TV is on sale for under $900 at Amazon, a savings of over 40%.

Find the best Apple AirTag deal. As of Feb. 18, get an Apple AirTag 4-pack for $35 off at Amazon.

Google Pixel 10a made its big debut on Wednesday, bringing a camera bar that's totally flush with the phone's rear.

A new report finds that of 154 specific claims about how AI will benefit the climate, just a quarter cited academic research. A third included no evidence at all.

See the Moon phase expected for February 18, 2025 as well as when the next Full Moon is expected.

The Times was honored for its coverage of President Trump, the abuse of housekeepers and nannies in Saudi Arabia and brutality in New York prisons.

Kana, a new AI marketing startup from the founders of Rapt and Krux, has raised $15 million to build customizable, agent-based marketing tools.

The Horseracing Integrity and Safety Authority filed a complaint saying Churchill Downs Inc. is not paying its fair share to support inspections and testing.

Tax scams target Americans starting in January using personal data from brokers to create fake IRS emails and refund alerts that steal Social Security numbers.

Though crowded, the identity management market seems eager for new solutions, and Venice is finding traction.

With specs nearly identical to last year’s Pixel 9a, the new Pixel 10a doesn’t pack as much of a punch as prior A-series smartphones.

The Bluetti AC200L portable power station with a 350W solar panel is on sale at Amazon for $1,298.98, down from the list price of $1,999. That's a 35% discount.

Microsoft said the bug meant that its Copilot AI chatbot was reading and summarizing paying customers' confidential emails, bypassing data protection policies.

The Apple Watch Series 11 base model with GPS is on sale for only $299 at Amazon, $100 or 25% off its list price.

Palo Alto has bet big on AI in recent months and launched an aggressive acquisition spree that included buying CyberArk for $25 billion.

Humain, which was created by Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman last year, said it made the investment just before xAI was acquired by SpaceX, Mr. Musk’s rocket company.

OpenAI says its India education partnerships aim to reach more than 100,000 students, faculty and staff over the next year.

As AI-driven search cuts through the noise and answers basic questions, the companies that succeed will be the ones that build trust through clear, concrete evidence.

Oil traders are worried that war between the U.S. and Iran could lead to a major disruption of crude supplies in the Middle East.

OpenAI won a fierce bidding war for Peter Steinberger, the Austrian coder who created OpenClaw in just three months.

Whether by app or old-school antennas, budget-friendly options abound.

The creative company's monthly active users increased 20%, growth that was partially propelled by adoption of its AI tools.

The partnership will see the two companies exploring how World Labs’ models can work alongside Autodesk’s tools, and vice versa, starting with a focus on entertainment use cases. 

Margaret Qualley, Jessica Henwick, and Ed Harris co-star in John Patton Ford's follow-up to "Emily the Criminal," "How to Make a Killing" with Glen Powell. Review.

Here's a beginner-friendly way to start using AI for your business.

A combination of the words "boom" and "recession" can help explain why Americans feel so sour about a growing economy.

Eight-pack Pokémon TCG: Phantasmal Flames boosters fall to $69.98 at Amazon, just $8.74 per pack after a 22% discount.

Moderna said it had held further discussions with regulators and announced that the agency would accept the company’s application for approval of its flu vaccine that uses mRNA technology.

As of Feb. 18, the black Sonos Ace headphones have dropped to $319 at Amazon, 20% off their list price of $399.

A market rout may have decimated the crypto industry. But its machine in Washington may power proposed regulation past concerned Democrats.

On Feb. 18, 2026, Audible launches the Read & Listen mode within its app. Previously available in the Kindle app, Read & Listen lets you follow the text while listening to the audiobook.

Environmental and health groups sued the E.P.A. over its elimination of the endangerment finding. The matter is likely to end up before the Supreme Court.

The company is using edge models that take up only megabytes of space, can run on most phones with existing processors, and can work offline.

Tesla alumni Drew Baglino raises a large round to build a giga-scale factory, this time at his own startup.

The new lineup includes 30-billion and 105-billion parameter models; a text-to-speech model; a speech-to-text model; and a vision model to parse documents.

The startup is making solid-state transformers capable of intelligently aggregating power from a number of different sources before sending it to data center racks.

Interview with adult creator Naomi Noel about how she makes a substantial income with foot content on OnlyFans.

EV manufacturer Polestar has announced plans to launch four new electric cars in the next three years.

The company said it would encourage companies that operated chargers to install them in neighborhoods where its drivers lived and work.

Benoît Richaud is working with 16 figure skaters from 13 countries at the 2026 Milano Cortina Winter Games. WIRED spoke to him about how he roots for all of them.

As of Feb. 18, Proton Drive is offering a deal of $1 for the first month of its Drive Plus 200 GB monthly plan, or 40% off the Drive Plus 200 GB annual plan.