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The ruling isn't a guarantee for how similar cases will proceed, but it lays the foundations for a precedent that would side with tech companies over creatives.

Amazon expands its Same-Day and Next-Day delivery services to 4K small cities and towns in the U.S.

The UK's competition regulator may require Google to offer users alternative search engines; change how it ranks searches; and improve data portability.

Your health information might feel private and secure with your doctor, but the reality is far more complicated. Data brokers collect a wide range of sensitive health data, from diagnoses and prescription details to personal identifiers, and sell this data to marketers, insurers, and other third parties.

Google DeepMind has released a new language model called Gemini Robotics On-Device that can run tasks locally on robots without an internet connection.

TikTok is engaging creators and their fans with the new Community Fest 2025: a chance to unlock rewards and special achievements alongside viewers.

Apple has toned down some of its Liquid Glass design in new iOS 26 beta.

Jimmy Savile proves a troubling allusion in the hit zombie thriller, directed by Danny Boyle and written by Alex Garland.

Eventual's data processing engine Daft was inspried by the founders' experience working on Lyft's autonomous vehicle project.

Now you can feel your music in an entirely different way, but it might not hit the right notes.

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Google announced on Tuesday that you can now access historical Street View imagery on Google Earth.

Novoloop recently raised a $21 million Series B to begin building its first commercial scale plastic upcycling plant.

TCL’s Nxtpaper matte screen makes the glinty smartphone display easier on the eyes. If only you could see it in direct sunlight.

The U.S. government has banned WhatsApp from devices used by U.S. House of Representatives staff, saying the app poses potential security risks.

As of June 24, the 75-inch Hisense U7 Mini-LED ULED 4K Smart TV is on sale at Amazon for $799.99, 11% off its list price of $898.

You can grab a four-pack of Apple AirTags for $74.99 on Amazon, a 24% discount ahead of Prime Day.

Waymo and Uber are offering commercial robotaxi rides in Atlanta.

There's a simple reason why high-end EVs have failed to spark the imaginations of auto buyers. To remedy this, manufacturers need to revisit the days of the Model T.

JetBlue joins a host of airlines that will allow you to use an AirTag to track your missing luggage.

As of June 24, the Anker Prime Docking Station is on sale at Amazon for $189.99, 30% off its list price of $269.99.

"Jimmy Kimmel Live!" guest host Diego Luna addressed the state of immigration in the U.S. in his first monologue.

Kepler Robotics has officially introduced its Forerunner K2 "Bumblebee" humanoid robot at the SAIC-GM automotive plant in Shanghai, marking a significant moment in the real-world deployment of advanced robotics.

The Methaphone—a clear slab of smartphone-shaped acrylic—is part cheeky art project, part helpful tool for those looking to curb their phone addiction.

Grab a free Soundcore Select 4 Go Bluetooth speaker with these workout earbuds for $129.99.

A partnership with the nonprofit Earth Fire Alliance and satellite manufacturer Muon Space is giving Google a better shot at tracking wildfires—and using AI to process all the data being collected.

As of June 24, the Anker 6-in-1 desktop charger is on sale at Amazon for $29.99, 35% off its list price of $45.99.

Save 15% on the Apple MacBook Air M4 at Amazon.

Prior to the official unveiling, just how much do we know about the next Samsung foldables?

The Blueair ComfortPure 3-in-1 air purifier cleans the air while heating or cooling with a fan.

On 1,200 acres of cornfield in Indiana, Amazon is building one of the largest computers ever for work with Anthropic, an artificial intelligence start-up.

Videos and projections depicting an A.I.-generated actor, the digital memories of robots, a redwood forest and more: High-tech storytelling is having a moment.

The Vera C. Rubin Observatory released its first images June 23. Some of these pictures could solve mysteries of dark matter and dark energy.

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Get an ultra-light and powerful Apple MacBook Air M1 for just $579.99 (reg. $1,499) while supplies last.

Charge smartphones and Apple Watches with this handy, pocket-sized Charge Fob 2000mAh USB-C Power Bank and Apple Watch Charger, now just $19.99 (reg. $59.95).

How to watch Concacaf Gold Cup for free. Live stream Canada vs. El Salvador in the 2025 Concacaf Gold Cup for free.

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Ryan Bergara talks Buzzfeed, Watcher, and how he built a career on ghost hunting at VidCon 2025.

Let AI whip up professional-quality headshots from selfies with ResumePhoto AI Professional Headshots Ultimate Package, now for only $34.99 (reg. $49).

Secretly record video with this fully functional pen, the iSpyPen Pro X, now for just $149.99 (reg. $199).

Get lifetime access to My Notes AI Pro for only $40! Transcribe and summarize meetings instantly with powerful AI tools.

Edit, annotate, and convert PDFs with PDF Expert for Mac—lifetime license for $79.97 (reg. $139.99) through June 30. No subscriptions required.

Mashable's picks for the five best budget smartphones of 2025, with picks from Google, Amazon, Samsung, and OnePlus.

Save 40% on the Ecovacs Deebot N30 Omni at Amazon.

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A new trailer for "Weapons", the new film from "Barbarian" writer/director Zach Cregger, has dropped.

Answers to each clue for the June 24, 2025 edition of NYT's The Mini crossword puzzle.

U.S. House of Representatives staff have reportedly been banned from using Meta's messaging app WhatsApp on government devices.

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

Google introduced its AI mode, a Q&A-style search tool, to users in India today. The company said that this tool is still in the experimental stage and users will need to opt in to it through Search Labs. Once a user has opted in, they can ask queries in English. Google didn’t specify whether it […]

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How to watch Women's Euro 2025 for free. Live stream Women's Euro 2025 for free from anywhere in the world.

See the moon phase expected for June 24, 2025 as well as when the next full moon is expected.

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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" #1466 on June 24 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.

Legal filings submitted earlier this month from lawyers representing OpenAI and Jony Ive’s io reveal new details about the companies’ efforts to build a mass-market AI hardware device. The filings are part of a trademark dispute lawsuit filed this month by iyO, a Google-backed hardware startup developing custom-molded earpieces that connect to other devices. Over […]

Reddit founder Alexis Ohanian used AI to animate a picture of his late mother, but while some people are touched, others are disturbed.

French company Aemotion has announced its new microcar, which combines the riding experience of a motorcycle and a car into one tiny four-wheeled vehicle.

Samsung announced an Unpacked livestream that will feature new Galaxy AI features and (we hope) next-gen foldables.

Federal safety regulators have reached out to Tesla a day after the automaker began providing rides in its branded robotaxis in Austin.

Scammers never seem to be running out of new ways to try and get their hands on your money – and lately, they've been getting sophisticated.

Using AI at work can be a powerful tool for productivity, but risks come with its rewards. Before your fire up ChatGPT or Claude, consider these security risks.

Andy Konwinski is pledging $100 million of his own money for a new kind of institute to fund researchers. It's already backed Ion Stoica's new lab.

Two digital advocates argue that bipartisanship between the political parties could help keep Big Tech accountable.

The versatile cannabis plant could, some scientists think, one day be useful for lunar and Martian colonists. For now, researchers will subject its seeds to radiation in orbit and see what happens.

These are not likely the final adjustments, given that iOS 26 doesn't launch publicly until the fall. However, they are indications that Apple is actively listening to early user feedback and making tweaks accordingly.

Salt Typhoon previously hacked phone and telco giants across the United States.

There are mattress protectors, and there are mattress encasements. Which level of protection is better for you?

Get more books on a budget by shopping the best early Prime Day book deals at Amazon.

The liberal advocacy organization said in a lawsuit that the Federal Trade Commission’s inquiry into boycotts with other advertising groups was “retribution.”

Leaked code suggests xAI is developing an advanced file editor for Grok with spreadsheet support, signaling the company’s push to compete with OpenAI, Google, and Microsoft by embedding AI copilots into productivity tools. 

The round, which comes just four months after $300 million Series D, was co-led by Kleiner Perkins and Coatue.

Startups don’t build themselves. The Builders Stage at TechCrunch Disrupt 2025, taking place October 27-29 at San Francisco’s Moscone West, is where investors, operators, and founders come to talk tactics.

On TikTok, @day1keenan posted his niece singing over his beats. Users couldn't get enough.

Aflac revealed hackers gained access to customers' data, perhaps including social security numbers.

Alexa+ is available for free during Early Access and will later be free for Prime customers. Non-Prime users will be able to use the service for $19.99 per month after it publicly launches.

The claim appeared in a court filing related to Elon Musk's ongoing lawsuit against Sam Altman and OpenAI. The Tesla and xAI owner has posted about his laptop numerous times in the last year.

OpenAI CEO Sam Altman revealed on the OpenAI podcast that he'd be open to ads appearing on his AI bot, ChatGPT, in the future.

After 30 hours, Hideo Kojima's latest blockbuster is more interested in building upon the original than changing it.

As of June 23, a bunch of early fitness tracker deals are live on Amazon ahead of Prime Day 2025, which kicks off on July 8.

Last month, Telegram banned black markets that sold tens of billions of dollars in crypto scam-related services. Now, as those markets rebrand and bounce back, it’s done nothing to stop them.

Wikipedia added a game to its mobile app,

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Right now, get the Dewalt Grease Gun Kit for $229.00 at Amazon and save $140 or 38% off ahead of Prime Day.

Save up to 35% on National Hydration Day from Hydro Flask, LifeStraw, Larq, and more.

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Gov. Kathy Hochul is directing the New York Power Authority to develop the new power plant.

AllSpice's platform has landed customers including Blue Origin and Bose and just raised a $15 million Series A round.

Deciding between a robot vacuum and stick vacuum? The Eufy E20 is both, and I was thoroughly impressed while testing it at home.

Who is VidCon really for? VidCon 2025 signals a turning point for creators, brands, and fans alike.

Prime Day deals are starting to roll in. Shop deals on tablets from Apple, Lenovo, Samsung and more ahead of Amazon's Prime Day.

Shop the best Bluetooth speaker deals on top brands ahead of Prime Day, including Sony, JBL, Anker Soundcore, and more.

Mentions of io, the new AI companion project with OpenAI and Jony Ive, were scrubbed from the site, but the deal is still on.