Timef 01/14/2026

The company used an AI-native platform to help companies fight threats.

Shipping tech company Bluspark left internal plaintext passwords, including those of executives, exposed to the internet, at a time when hacks in the shipping industry are on the rise.

Mac users face new security threat as malware infiltrates trusted extension marketplaces, targeting cryptocurrency wallets and passwords through malicious code.

Parents will be able toggle the Shorts time limit on connected children's accounts.

Harry Lighton's critically acclaimed BDSM romance "Pillion" hits U.S. theaters just in time for Valentine's Day. Trailer.

Protests across Minnesota—and around the country—are ongoing, as residents demonstrate against their federal government.

It's a huge change to Tesla's approach with FSD, and it could impact Musk's $1T pay package and the company's myriad legal troubles.

Apple might be preparing to launch a new version of its MacBook Pro laptop.

TikTok's 2026 trend report points to a cultural shift away from escapism and toward discipline, routine, and collective accountability.

Almost every PC maker debuted a new ultra-thin and lightweight Windows laptop at CES 2026.

VoiceRun, a startup that creates voice agents, raised $5.5 million in a round led by FlyBridge.

Buy 30 packs from MTG's Tarkir: Dragonstorm expansion at 34% off for a huge $57 price cut.

Meta is laying off 10% of staff in its Reality Labs division, which is core to developing the company's VR and metaverse products.

See the Moon phase expected for January 14, 2025 as well as when the next Full Moon is expected.

The "Jimmy Kimmel Live!" host unpacked the president's latest speech about anti-ICE protests in America.

It turns out that this TikTok-viral vibration plate may have some surprising health benefits.

Two years ago, companies like Meta and OpenAI were united against military use of their tools. Now all of that has changed.

The Austin-based marketplace offers imagery from more than 50 space-based imagery providers.

The keyboard for someone who wishes they could buy a ’97 Tacoma off the lot today.

Even after TikTok removed swastika jewelry from its online shop, I was algorithmically nudged toward a web of Nazi-related products during searches, like “double lightning bolt” and “ss” necklaces.

The Pokémon TCG's Charizard ex Special Collection has been cut closer down to market price, including five boosters and three beautiful promo cards.

On "The Late Show" Tuesday night, host Stephen Colbert said of Donald Trump: "So he's clearly invading Minnesota."

The Apple Watch Series 11 vs. Garmin, Fitbit, and Coros for marathon training.

The Lego Star Wars Smart Play sets are available for preorder at Amazon with delivery dates in early March. Sets range in price from $69.99 to $159.99

Get the best Fire Stick deal at Amazon. Save 38% on the Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Plus at Amazon.

Get 50% off Amazon's exclusive Assassin's Creed Shadows on PS5, now only $34.99 instead of its $69.99 listing price

Everyone needs a safe way to listen to music on outdoor runs. We’ve found the bone conduction headphones to grab on your way out the door.

As of Jan. 14, the Fire TV Stick HD is on sale at Amazon for $21.99, 37% off its list price of $34.99.

Tesla will make its Full Self-Driving package subscription only soon, CEO Elon Musk tweeted.

Answers to each clue for the January 14, 2026 edition of NYT's The Mini crossword puzzle.

NASA's James Webb Space Telescope discovers that most of the hot matter at a galaxy's central black hole is falling in, not blasting out.

Find the best free online courses from MIT. Find lessons on AI, investing, and much more.

Scan anything, anywhere with a lifetime subscription to the iScanner App, now only $39.99 (reg. $199.90)

Give yourself a whole new set of tools with this lifetime license to Microsoft Office 2024 Home and Business for Mac or PC, now just $99.97 (reg. $249.99).

From "Game of Thrones" to "House of the Dragon," here's where "A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms" falls on the Westerosi timeline.

Get the best smartphone deal. Save 23% on the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra at Amazon.

'Stranger Things' fans accuse the Duffer Brothers of using ChatGPT to write its final season after behind-the-scenes documentary.

How to watch Africa Cup of Nations for free. Live stream Nigeria vs. Morocco in the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations for free.

Find free AI courses. Find the best free online AI courses in January 2026.

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

How to watch Africa Cup of Nations for free. Live stream Senegal vs. Egypt in the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations 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" #1669 on January 14 as well as a few hints, tips, and clues to help you solve it yourself.

As vehicles grow more software-dependent, repairing them has become harder than ever. A bill in the US House called the Repair Act would ease those restrictions, but it comes with caveats.

KPopDemonHunters.com now belongs to Netflix after the company filed a dispute against the man who registered the domain days after the film was released.

NASA announces Artemis II launch date for Feb. 6, sending four astronauts around the Moon for the first time in over 50 years in historic 10-day mission.

This Google Family Link setting will now require parental permission to change.

Make working with AI even easier with this lifetime subscription to ChatPlayground AI's Unlimited Plan, on sale now for $79 (reg. $619).

Invest smarter with this lifetime subscription to Sterling Stock Picker, on sale now for just $68.99

New York City will be a notable exclusion from proposed legislation to legalize commercial robotaxis across the state.

HBO's "A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms," starring Peter Claffey and Dexter Sol Ansell, proves a surprising balm for the soul.

Nia DaCosta delivers an exhilarating horror epic with "28 Years Later: The Bone Temple." Review.

Elon Musk is making more wild claims about Tesla's upcoming Roadster vehicle.

Apple's new iPhone operating system, iOS 26, seems unpopular with users. That may be so, but don't believe everything you read.

Meta's VR-focused Reality Labs division suffered a huge set of layoffs on Tuesday.

The tech giant has pledged to be a "good neighbor" as it continues to invest in AI infrastructure throughout the country.

Privacy tips for iPhone and Android users reveal built-in phone settings to reduce tracking and limit data sharing without advanced technical expertise.

A consumer economics watchdog says Google's new Universal Commerce Protocol is ripe for misuse where consumers could pay more for items. Google denies this.

What happened to Reddit on Tuesday, Jan. 13? Thousands of users reported errors accessing the popular website.

The startup has a new take on the Haber-Bosch process used o make ammonia. If Ammobia can deliver, it could change industries from power generation to maritime shipping.

AI is ushering in Ring’s next chapter, as the Amazon-owned video doorbell maker shifts toward becoming an “intelligent assistant.”

A 24-year-old from Tennessee is expected to admit to accessing the Supreme Court’s electronic filing system without authorization dozens of times throughout 2023.

For the second Trump administration, the world of online conspiracies is shaping real-world policies like never before.

Kids are being identified as adults—and vice versa—on Roblox, while age-verified accounts are already being sold online.

OpenAI and Anthropic have each launched healthcare-focused products over the last week.

Elgato's Stream Deck+ adds knobs and an LCD for even more info at a glance.

Are You Dead Yet soared to the top of app store charts and became a magnet for investors. In an exclusive interview with WIRED, one of its creators says they’re changing the name anyway.

Apple bundles together popular video and audio tools in its Creator Studio package.

Top Le Creuset enameled cast iron dishes are up to 45% off, like Signature Casserole Dish and Heart Cocette. Spend $250 to get a free set of heart mini bowls.

The JBL Endurance Zone open earbuds are officially available to buy at JBL.com, Amazon, and more for $179.95.

As of Jan. 13, get the Renpho Smart Scale for its lowest price yet.

1X released a new world model that it says is a solid step toward its robots being able to teach themselves new tasks.

The JBL Endurance 2 earbuds are on sale at Amazon for $49.95, down from the list price of $89.95. That's a 44% discount.

Google is now allowing users to create vertical videos using references image.

'Arc Raiders' issues widespread penalties for alleged cheaters

A contract justification published in a federal register on Tuesday says that 31 ICE vehicles operating in the Twin Cities area “lack the necessary emergency lights and sirens” to be “compliant.”

Criminal network "The Com" uses fake job posts to recruit teens for cybercrime, with recent arrests including 19-year-old Thalha Jubair accused of $115 million attacks.

India's labor ministry is pushing the country's booming quick-commerce sector to prioritize the wellness and safety of its gig workers.

The tech giant is responding to concerns that data centers are driving up electricity costs in some communities.

As of Jan. 13, get the Magic: The Gathering Avatar: The Last Airbender Play Booster Box for close to market value.

The company said it took only five months to go from $200 million to $330 million in annual recurring revenue.

The Disney+ and Hulu bundle is just $9.99 for your first month through Feb. 17, which knocks an extra $3 off the already impressive deal.

The Lego Spring Festival Good Fortune set is on sale at Amazon for $52.60, down from the list price of $89.99. That's a 42% discount.

OpenAI is planning another Super Bowl ad for 2026.

The Samsung S90F is one of the best OLED TVs on a budget. The 48, 55, and 77-inch models are still at Black Friday pricing at Amazon.

As of Jan. 13, get 13% off the Pokémon TCG Mega Venusaur ex Premium Collection Box at Amazon.

Mashable's tech editor got to go hands-on with the upcoming Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold at CES 2026, and it left a lasting impression.

One of the bigger memory manufacturers believes the RAM shortage affecting tech prices may not end until 2028.

The 15-inch Apple M4 MacBook Air is our favorite MacBook for most people and it's on sale for under $1,000 at Amazon and Best Buy.

The 65-inch Hisense Class U6 Series Mini-LED 4K TV is on sale at Amazon for $529.96, down from the list price of $847.99, That's a 38% discount.