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A startup called Deta is releasing a new app called Surf, which is a remix of an AI browser and NotebookLM

The Senate minority leader is seeking to redeem himself as the government shuts down. Democratic insiders say it may be too late.

Simple is an AI-powered health coaching app that helps people lose weight.

Prime members can add Screambox to their streaming lineup for $1.99/month for two months through the end of October Prime Day.

As of Oct. 1, Prime members can get two free books as part of the Amazon First Reads program for October.

The Shark Clean & Empty cordless stick vacuum is on sale at Amazon for $279.99, down from the list price of $449.99. That's a 38% discount.

The Amazon Fresh grocery items will be available online and at Amazon Fresh stores.

The U.K. Home Office is seeking access to Apple users’ encrypted iCloud backups for a second time, after an earlier attempt failed earlier this year.

The June data breach of Canada’s second largest airline WestJet was blamed on the Scattered Spider hacking group.

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Spotify lets you take more control over your recommendations by excluding tracks from influencing your taste profile.

OpenAI has struck agreements with two of the world's biggest manufacturers of memory chips, Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix, to make DRAM wafers for the Stargate AI infrastructure project, and build data centers in South Korea.

The pet-tech company’s new AI pet camera promises peace of mind but delivers bugginess and limited use.

Apple's thinnest phone has its own, tailor-made battery pack. Should you buy it? It depends.

Harry Lighton's tender, funny, and steamy debut "Pillion" sees Alexander Skarsgård and Harry Melling enter a Dom/sub relationship.

The first trailer for Guillermo del Toro's "Frankenstein" is here, starring Jacob Elordi, Oscar Isaac, Mia Goth, and Christoph Waltz.

Personal data from public records and data brokers helps scammers create tailored scam stories, making their calls and emails more believable to potential victims.

Google's new Nest cameras and doorbell are getting a Gemini upgrade.

Google teases a new Gemini-powered smart speaker, due out in spring 2026.

Google redesigns its Home app for better usability and adds Gemini-powered features.

Meta plans to use data from your interactions with AI products to sell targeted ads on Facebook and Instagram.

Gemini replaces Assistant in your smart home, as Google redesigns the Home app and launches a new generation of Nest devices.

California-based Cognixion is launching a clinical trial to allow paralyzed patients with speech disorders the ability to communicate without an invasive brain implant.

Uber Eats partners with drone delivery startup Flytrex to test autonomous food delivery services in U.S. markets, marking the company's first investment in drone technology.

Google brings Gemini to the smart home with new devices, AI for existing customers and more.

Seth Meyers and his brother made a cameo appearance at the end of Jimmy Kimmel's monologue on Tuesday.

Electroflow drew inspiration from batteries themselves to develop a new way of producing LFP material for EVs. The process could undercut today's lowest price sources in China.

Oura just dropped a new Oura Ring 4 in ceramic. Plus, Oura has a new charging case, ideal for travel, and multi-ring support is finally here.

Oura, the world’s most prominent smart ring manufacturer, cements its dominance with the Ceramic Collection.

The new Oura Ring 4 Ceramic is made from zirconia ceramic, which the company says allows for durability and lightweight comfort.

Salesforce is also releasing a vibe coding agent named Vibe Codey to help companies foray into vibe coding with enterprise security.

The company upgrades its entire hardware line and launches a new AI-powered cross training service.

Prime Big Deal Days kicks off on Oct. 7, but there's already some great early deals available. Here are some of the best we've found at Amazon for under $25.

Roblox players can show off their Signature Bakes in a new "Great British Bake Off" experience.

Jimmy Kimmel appeared on "The Late Show" and spoke to Stephen Colbert about the day he found out his show had been "indefinitely suspended."

This gear for your home, your office, and the great outdoors treads gently on the planet without sacrificing design, comfort, or usability.

Tips from relationship experts on getting over a crush, especially online.

Kindles are the most popular e-readers, and there is so much you can do with Amazon's e-readers. Here are eight features you should be using with your Kindle including Kindle Unlimited, Libby, and Stuff Your Kindle Day.

Prime Big Deal Days doesn't officially start until Oct. 7, but we tracked down some of the best early Fire Tablet deals available ahead of the sale event.

I made an epic trek across four countries to answer one question: Why is the world going mad for a plushie monster?

On Sept. 30, Amazon revealed its newest generation of Echo smart speakers. The new Echo Studio and Echo Dot Max are available for pre-order now.

With the agency no longer collecting emissions data from polluting companies, attention is turning to whether climate NGOs have the tools—and legal right—to fulfill this EPA function.

Scientists analyzing old Cassini mission data have uncovered new clues about the complex chemistry occurring in Saturn moon Enceladus' ocean.

AT&T's new Geo Modeler system is now being used nationwide to improve connectivity and support first responders during extreme weather events.

Geese, the band fronted by Cameron Winters, is everywhere online right now.

Fortnite maker Epic Games said that Apple’s new installation workflow, implemented in iOS 18.6, has had a positive impact on its user growth, with a 60% decrease in drop-offs. Apple started allowing EU users to install alternative marketplaces earlier this year under the Digital Markets Act (DMA). At that time, the installation process was lengthier […]

New AI productivity tools are being released all the time. What are some of the big releases we're looking forward to?

Jeremy Allen White leads Bruce Springsteen biopic "Springsteen: Deliver Me From Nowhere," in theaters Oct. 24.

AI can be intimidating, but don't let a bad first impression stop you from discovering everything AI has to offer.

Looking to automate part of your daily workflow? These tasks are the best candidates for AI automation.

Get Microsoft Office Home & Business 2021 for Mac as a lifetime license for just $59.97 (MSRP $219) through Oct. 19.

Upgrade your kitchen with Taima’s Pure Titanium Cutting Board V2 — certified safe, antibacterial, and built to last.

If you want to keep your files within arm's reach, secure them on this 2TB Western Digital Elements Portable USB 3.0 External Hard Drive, on sale now for $64.99 (reg. $79.99).

'Bone Lake' review: Mercedes Bryce Morgan's thriller is stupid, smart, and sexy.

You know you should be using AI agents to boost your productivity, but you don't know how. Use one of these tools to get started and supercharge your day.

AI can supercharge your business — as long as you know what tools to use. Try these low-cost AI business tools, including some free options.

Learn how to use vibe coding to code far beyond your technical abilities.

As of Oct. 1, the Kindle Paperwhite Kids is marked down at Amazon to $134.99, 25% off its list price of $179.99.

Prime Big Deal Days doesn't officially start until Oct. 7, but we tracked down some of the best early fitness tracker deals available ahead of the sale event.

Save 33% on the Echo Show 8 at Amazon.

A new database will make Wikipedia's wealth of knowledge more accessible to AI models.

Sora 2, a new AI video app, has been launched by OpenAI. Here's how to try it yourself.

Jimmy Kimmel and Stephen Colbert have discussed their respective shows' suspension and cancellation, detailing what happened.

The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) website added a partisan pop-up message amidst the government shutdown.

See the moon phase expected for October 1, 2025 as well as when the next full moon is expected.

How to watch Champions League for free. Live stream Barcelona vs. PSG in the Champions League for free.

How to watch Champions League for free. Live stream Union Saint-Gilloise vs. Newcastle in the Champions League for free.

In a quirky experiment, Axis Communications transformed everyday objects into an AI-powered symphony with help from a band of surveillance cameras.

How to watch Champions League for free. Live stream Arsenal vs. Olympiacos in the Champions League for free.

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.

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

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" #1564 on October 1 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.

The U.S. Department of Energy has taken equity stakes in Canadian company Lithium Americas and its Nevada mining joint venture with General Motors as part of a renegotiation of a federal loan. Under the new terms, the U.S. government will take a 5% equity ownership in Lithium Americas and a 5% ownership in the Lithium […]

Ahead of Prime Big Deal Days, get a mini air fryer for $39.99 or one of Ninja's biggest countertop ovens for $229.99 at Amazon.

Starbase is in the business of launching rockets, not policing, according to two new agreements.

Toyota made two announcements that reflect the automaker's growing interest in startups working on mobility, climate, AI, sustainability, and industrial automation.

Streaming deals are aplenty during Amazon's Prime Big Deal Days event: save on Criterion Channel, Starz, Screambox, and more.

Known for its blazing fast internet and home to some of the world’s biggest tech giants, South Korea has also faced a string of data breaches and cybersecurity lapses that has struggled to match the pace of its digital ambitions.

On Sendit, teens can send each other anonymous questions via integrations with Instagram or Snapchat.

Apple's next AR/VR headset should be on the way quite soon.

DoorDash unveiled new delivery robots with human-like features.

Prime Big Deal Days is just a week away, so we tracked down the best earbuds deals leading up to the sale.

The Texas senator blocked a bill that would have prevented data brokers from collecting and selling personal data on anyone in the United States, and not just federal lawmakers and government officials.

Amazon Prime Day is back on October 7, but we've already found good deals on WIRED-approved gear.

The second-generation Bose QuietComfort Ultra earbuds are marked down $41 at Amazon, just a few weeks following their release.

Several Amazon devices are at record-low prices before October Prime Day, including Echo Shows, Fire tablets, and Echo Buds.

Amazon's Echo Buds with ANC are down to a record-low $34.99 ahead of the Prime Big Deal Days event. That's 71% in savings.

Periodic Labs has raised from a tech industry's who's who, including Andreessen Horowitz, Nvidia, Elad Gil, Jeff Dean, Eric Schmidt, and Jeff Bezos.

The social app Sora will let users generate videos of themselves and their friends, which they can share in a TikTok-like feed.

What happens when your first 10 hires aren’t people at all? At TechCrunch Disrupt 2025, we’re digging into the new wave of startups replacing or augmenting early employees with AI agents.

The rose gold option with GPS and cellular data is down to its lowest price yet for the Apple Watch Series 10.

The U.S. government faces another funding lapse in Trump's second term, posing a threat to federal agencies and services.

Fubo announced that its shareholders have approved the deal that will combine the streaming service with Hulu Live TV.

Mashable's senior shopping reporter has tracked down the best early October Prime Day laptop deals on MacBooks and more.

On Sept. 30, Amazon launched the Kindle Scribe Colorsoft, its latest e-reader with color. While we're excited to try the new device, its $629.99 price tag gives us pause.

Help the whole family catch more Z’s with soothing background noise from our favorite sound machines.

A timeline of ChatGPT product updates and releases, starting with the latest, which we’ve been updating throughout the year.

A complete list of all the known layoffs in tech, from Big Tech to startups, broken down by month throughout 2024.

Granola is launching a way for users to repeatedly use prompts via a new feature called Recipes.

Amazon's next-gen Alexa+ chatbot is now available in four new Echo devices and a bevy of Ring cameras. The company also debuted three new Kindle Scribe tablets, one with a color screen.

As of Sept. 30, get the Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 FE for its Prime Day price of $429.99

Netflix has released official creature art for Guillermo del Toro's "Frankenstein," giving viewers the clearest look at how Jacob Elordi will look as the Creature.

Hance is working on low energy-consuming, on-device processing that's already attracted the likes of Intel.

As of Sept. 30, save $40 on the DJI Mic 2 at Amazon.

PayPal's Honey will now with with ChatGPT to find shopping deals.

The Kindle Scribe is finally getting color. Here's everything that was announced at Amazon's fall hardware event including new Fire TVs, Ring cameras, and Echo speakers.

A day after one of Japan's biggest brewers, Asahi Group, announced it suspended production due to a cyberattack, the company said it has no timeline for its recovery.

Thirty years ago, a peace-loving Austrian theologian spoke to Peter Thiel about the apocalyptic theories of Nazi jurist Carl Schmitt. They've been a roadmap for the billionaire ever since.

Amazon has four new Echo speakers with advanced AI features for your perusal.

At TechCrunch Disrupt, the Aerospace Corporation is pulling back the curtain on how artificial intelligence is reshaping the space economy — through bold startups and cutting-edge research.

Amazon debuts new devices, the Dot Max, Echo Studio, Echo Show 8, and Echo Show 11, powered by AI.

October Prime Day deals on Roombas are up early, like the cheapest smart mapping Roomba to date: Shop the Roomba 104 for $149.99.

People are inserting themselves into 'Scream' with AI-generated images.

Breeze adds sign languages to its 'Date Language' feature.

Lego is giving away free Luminous Ghost sets with purchase of $120.

A Samsung Galaxy Ring reportedly swelled up while on a man's finger, leading to a hospital visit.

Save on a lifetime subscription to Microsoft Office Professional Plus 2019 for Windows.

Get an education in cybersecurity for under $5 a course with The 2025 Cyber Security Career Foundations Course Bundle, on sale now for just $24.99 (reg. $120).