Timef 05/31/2025

The best gift idea for your dad is a nicer version of something he already owns. The second best is one of these things.

TechCrunch Sessions: AI hits UC Berkeley’s Zellerbach Hall on June 5, and we’re kicking Day 3 of AI trivia into high gear. This is your chance to prove you know your stuff — and score a major ticket deal while you’re at it. Answer a few AI-focused trivia questions, and you could win two tickets […]

Last week, Google quietly released an app that lets users run a range of openly available AI models from the AI dev platform Hugging Face on their phones. Called Google AI Edge Gallery, the app is available for Android and will soon come to iOS. It allows users to find, download, and run compatible models […]

Priority's new flagship ebike is a premium, classy-looking ride that lets you feel the joy of the open road.

Over 184 million account credentials were exposed in an unsecured database, revealing sensitive information from platforms like Google, Microsoft and Apple.

Meta shared that it was working on Edits in January after ByteDance-owned CapCut was removed from U.S. app stores.

In just 5 days, the sharpest minds in artificial intelligence will gather at UC Berkeley’s Zellerbach Hall for TechCrunch Sessions: AI—a one-day summit built for real insight, not recycled soundbites. Whether you’re training your first model or managing a multi-billion-dollar portfolio, this is where the future of AI feels tangible. Let’s be honest: AI has […]

Answers to each clue for the May 31, 2025 edition of NYT's The Mini crossword puzzle.

This basic standing desk is easy to assemble and simple to configure, but it sure could use more customization options.

Stay up to date on the latest AI technology advancements and learn about the challenges and opportunities AI presents now and for the future.

If you use Google’s apps and AI, it’s worth looking at this all-inclusive service. We break down the plans and how much they cost.

You can wear these heating, foot-massaging sneakers while you're doing the dishes or walking your cat.

Not quite espresso and not quite drip, Turkish coffee is more than a morning pick-me-up. It’s a social activity rooted in cultural tradition.

US renewables stand to lose big in a trade war, but the sting extends to oil and other energy industries, say researchers from Wood Mackenzie.

Plus: Google celebrates the 10th anniversary of Google Photos with a new editing interface for its 1.5 billion monthly users.

Brad G. Smith, an ALS patient, regains communication abilities with a Neuralink implant, illustrating the potential of brain-computer interfaces in aiding speech impairments.

The big AI news of the week included a DeepSeek R1 update, voice mode for Claude, and some AI-generated slop going viral.

To find the best AI image generator, we tested the top models head-to-head. See how ChatGPT, Imagen 4, Midjourney, Grok, and others compare.

SpaceX founder Elon Musk shares a new updated vision for the company's plans to get to Mars. The first Starship launch could head there next year, he said.

Google's new Veo 3 AI video generation model is a huge leap forward, and the world isn't ready.

Sex toys and explicit content can only help so much. One writer discusses how she climaxed for the first time by going offline.

How to watch the NBA for free. Live stream Indiana Pacers vs. New York Knicks (Game 6) in the 2025 NBA playoffs for free.

"Succession" meets AI anxiety in Jesse Armstrong's feature-length directorial debut, starring Steve Carell, Jason Schwartzman, Ramy Youssef, and Cory Michael Smith. Review.

Learn 14 languages for life with Babbel while it's just $139.99 (reg. $599) through June 1 with code SAVE30.

Stay entertained all summer long and beyond with this MacBook Pro, now just $329.97 through July 20 while supplies last.

Through June 1, grab lifetime access to Microsoft Office Professional Plus 2019 for Windows — you'll get Word, Excel, and more for less than $25.

This refurbished MacBook Pro has 8GB RAM, a 256GB SSD, a Touch Bar, and a new low price of $424.97 through July 20.

Koofr's 1TB cloud storage lifetime subscription has no hidden fees, and it's on sale now.

From "Bottle Rocket" to "The Phoenician Scheme," we pick our favorite Wes Anderson movies. Just like Royal would with the Tenenbaum children.

"Paris Is Burning," "Rafiki," "Moonlight," "Portrait of a Lady on Fire," "Kiki," "Tangerine," "Brokeback Mountain," and more of the best LGBTQ movies to watch this Pride.

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How to watch Champions League final for free. Live stream PSG vs. Inter Milan in the 2025 Champions League final for free.

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" #1442 on May 31 as well as a few hints, tips, and clues to help you solve it yourself.

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

Musk and others in his orbit have been calling members of Congress directly, according to Bloomberg.

Match Group adds HER to its roster. Learn about the deal and why some users are concerned about its future under new ownership.

People reported that photos weren't loading, its banking service XMoney wasn't working, and search wasn't returning any results, among other things.

Welcome back to TechCrunch Mobility — your central hub for news and insights on the future of transportation.

The chief executive of the United States Institute of Peace says Elon Musk’s Department of Government Efficiency left the nonprofit’s Washington, D.C. headquarters in disarray, full of water damage, rats, and roaches, according to a new sworn statement first reported by Court Watch. The statement from the executive, George Moose, comes just a few days […]

Venture capitalist Mary Meeker just dropped a 340-page report to describe the speed at which AI is being developed, adopted, spent on, and used.

The Nintendo Switch 2 comes with a brand new game chat feature that parents should pay attention to.

Federal workers from six agencies tell WIRED that DOGE-style work is escalating in their departments as both new and familiar DOGE faces have appeared in meetings and at new offices.

Here are five AI prompts you can use for freelance work, writing product descriptions, creating social media posts and writing emails to negotiate discounts.

Large corporations and growing startups were wrapped up in the latest move by the Trump administration to undo Biden-era contracts.

Plus: An Iranian man pleads guilty to a Baltimore ransomware attack, Russia’s nuclear blueprints get leaked, a Texas sheriff uses license plate readers to track a woman who got an abortion, and more.

WordPress.com parent company Automattic is changing direction… again. In a blog post titled “Returning to Core” published Thursday evening, Automattic announced it will unpause its contributions to the WordPress project. This is despite having said only last month that the 6.8 WordPress release would be the final major release for all of 2025. “After pausing […]

Welcome to Startups Weekly — your weekly recap of everything you can’t miss from the world of startups.

A little-known patent infringement lawsuit could have big implications for Uber — and potentially dozens of other companies. Carma Technology, a company formed in 2007 by serial entrepreneur and SOSV Ventures founder Sean O’Sullivan, filed a lawsuit earlier this year against Uber alleging the company infringed on five of its patents that are related to […]

The Wes Anderson Archive, which includes 4K masters of 10 films, is officially up for preorder at Criterion for $399.96.

AI firm Hugging Face has a new humanoid robot that could start shipping by the end of the year.

Even as the tech world preaches about our AI future, Google's AI overviews still cannot answer some basic questions correctly.

As of May 30, you can get the Thermacell Mosquito Repellent Patio Shield for $15.59, down from $26.99, at Amazon.

As of May 30, buy 2, save 15% on Windmill air conditioners at Amazon

The landmark trial between WhatsApp and NSO Group unearthed several new revelations.

Southwest Airlines now requires passengers to keep portable chargers visible during flights to reduce fire risks from overheating batteries.

'M3GAN 2.0' is headed to theaters June 27 and when you book your ticket in advance at Fandango, you can get a second for free.

Hackers reportedly accessed Wiles' phone contacts, which were used to impersonate her.

Starting June 1, you can get up to 15% off best sellers at biird. Use the code NAUGHTYSUMMER to shop customer faves, like the Lumii, Evii, and more.

As of May 30, get the Pokémon TCG Destined Rivals booster box at Best Buy with a free promo card for $160.99. Hurry to buy before they sell out.

As of May 30, All-Clad's newly released outdoor pizza oven is already on a deep sale. Save $300 for a limited time on the All-Clad website.

As of May 30, get the Anker Surge Protector for 33% off at Amazon.

As of May 30, Disney+ has launched a new perks program for all subscribers. With it, users can unlock special discounts, fan experiences, and much more.