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By bringing an enhanced video podcasts viewing experience to its app, Apple is aiming to keep users from turning to rival platforms to watch their favorite shows.

Three U.S.-based AI companies raised rounds larger than $1 billion so far in 2026 with 14 others raising rounds of $100 million or more.

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India is ramping up shared AI compute, adding 20,000 GPUs as part of a broader push to attract global AI investment.

Snapchat will let creators set their monthly subscription price.

SpendRule, launched last summer, is an AI-powered platform that helps healthcare systems track their spending.

Indian vibe-coding platform Emergent was launched just eight months ago, and it now says it's generating annual recurring revenue of more than $100 million, thanks to surging demand by small businesses and non-technical users.

Six MTG Final Fantasy Play Boosters drop to $48.69 at Amazon, saving you $8 overall with 15% off the bundle price.

As of Feb. 17, the Lego Star Wars Home One Starcruiser set has dropped to $55.95 at Amazon, 20% off its list price of $69.99.

See the Moon phase expected for February 17, 2025 as well as when the next Full Moon is expected.

Substack data breach exposed user email addresses and phone numbers for months before CEO Chris Best confirmed the October incident in February, prompting security concerns.

Adani's plan targets up to 5 gigawatts of capacity, with data centers planned alongside partnerships with Google, Microsoft, and Flipkart.

The feature allows users to cancel eligible bookings if there is a change of plans -- without losing money upfront.

Under the partnership, Infosys plans to integrate Anthropic's Claude models into its Topaz AI platform to build so-called "agentic" systems.

After Barack Obama's alien response in an AP interview went viral, Stephen Colbert had tin-foil thoughts.

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Forum members discuss their discomfort with mass deportation efforts, debate how federal agents have interacted with civilians, and complain about their working conditions.

The Pokémon TCG: Mega Evolution Elite Trainer Box is down to $99.45 at Amazon, cutting $10 off its usual $109.99 list price.

Alienware’s curved QD-OLED gaming monitor (AW3423DWF) drops to $499.99 at Amazon, marking one of its lowest prices ever.

Nothing is launching its new affordable smartphone during the Mobile World Congress this year.

Most scanning apps try to get you to buy a cloud storage subscription or pay for extras. Not FairScan, which is free and open-source, and has some powerful features.

As of Feb. 17, the Kamrui Hyper H1 Mini Gaming PC is on sale at Amazon for $419.97, 18% off its list price of $509.99.

Tributes have poured in for Reverend Jesse Louis Jackson, Sr., who died on Tuesday aged 84.

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As of Feb. 17, the Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 FE are on sale at Amazon for $119.99, 20% off their list price of $149.99.

Amazon drops the Pokémon TCG: Pokémon Day 2026 Collection to $39.45 — about $24 cheaper than TCGplayer with delivery before Feb. 27.

As patients and employers look for alternatives to pricey GLP-1 drugs, Silicon Valley startup Twin Health is using AI and wearable sensors to help people make healthier choices.

Find the best gaming monitor deal. Save 25% on the Samsung 49-inch Odyssey G9 at Amazon.

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Companies are realizing they can no longer simply promote themselves to potential customers. They have to win over the robots, too.

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Aivolut AI Book Creator lifetime Starter Plan is on sale for $118.99 and helps users plan, write, and prep books for Amazon KDP with AI-assisted long-form drafting.

This powerful MacBook Pro can be yours for only $409.97 (reg. $1,580) now through Feb. 22.

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.

Answers to each clue for the Feb. 17, 2026 edition of NYT's The Mini crossword puzzle.

Cohere's Tiny Aya models support over 70 langauges

Stephen Colbert has blasted CBS for banning him from airing his interview with Texas State Rep. James Talarico.

Apple's iOS 26.4 beta is now available to developers. Here are some of its most significant new features.

The residents of Potters Bar are working to protect the “green belt” of farms, forests, and meadows that surround London from the endless demand for AI infrastructure.

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

Connections is a New York Times word game that's all about finding the "common threads between words." How to solve the puzzle.

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Here's the answer for "Wordle" #1704 on February 17 as well as a few hints, tips, and clues to help you solve it yourself.

The DJI Power 1000 V2 is on sale at Amazon for $429, down from the standard price of $699. That's a 39% discount.

As of Feb. 16, you can get the 65-inch TCL Class QM6K Series 4K HDR Smart Google TV for $529.99 at Amazon.

A BJ's Club Card Membership is now only $20

Sony may be delaying the PlayStation 6, while Nintendo is contemplating a price increase for the Switch 2.

According to a16z, it has eyes around the world in order to spot companies as early as local funds might.

Nike's Project Amplify and consumer exoskeletons like Hypershell X are bringing wearable robotics to market, with powered footwear targeting 2028 release.

Right now, the Acer Aspire 14 AI Copilot+ PC is listed at $459.99 on Amazon, down from $829.99.

A solar eclipse will take place on Tuesday, February 17, but it's only visible from one remote location.

Radio personality David Greene alleges that Google copied his voice for NotebookLM, and now he's suing.

The reason why this nascent startup had VCs lining up is the founders.They are so famed in the AI world, everyone tried to hire them.

The Levoit Sprout air purifier is on sale at Amazon for $179.99, down from the list price of $279.99. That's a 36% discount.

The social media site was the subject of user complaints early Monday.

The EcoFlow River 2 Max portable power station is on sale for its best price ever at $268.98. That's 43% off its list price.

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X appeared to be down on Monday morning.

The Garmin epix Pro 2 smartwatch and Garmin Instinct 2X Solar smartwatch are on sale at Amazon for up to 48% off. Save up to $476.

As of Feb. 16, you can get the 55-inch Amazon Fire TV 4-Series for $279.99, down from $459.99, at Amazon. That's a 39% discount or $180 savings.

The DJI Flip drone with RC 2 is on sale at Amazon for $539, down from the normal price of $639. That's a 16% discount.

Apple invites notable fans and publications to a 'special Apple experience' in several cities on March 4.

Secure 1TB of cloud storage for life with this Koofr Cloud Storage lifetime subscription, on sale now for $129.99 with code KOOFR through tonight at 11:59 p.m. PT.

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Founder of the viral AI assistant OpenClaw, formerly Clawdbot, just announced he is joining OpenAI.

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As of Feb. 16, the DEWALT 5-Tool Combo Kit has dropped to $449 at Amazon, 30% off its list price of $639.

Alienware’s curved QD-OLED gaming monitor (AW3423DWF) drops to $499.99 at Amazon, marking one of its lowest prices ever.