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This Arctic Road Shows How Trump is Rewriting the Rules of Business
The federal government issued a permit for a road long in the making in exchange for a stake in a mining company.
Innocent Canadian man spent 18 months in prison after police missed underscore in username
A Canadian man who spent 18 months in prison has been fully acquitted after an appeals court found that a minor error in a police request led investigators to wrongly identify him in a child exploitation case, CTV News reported.
FIFA wanted to sell part of its World Cup business to Trump-linked investors. Then global soccer revolted.
FIFA President Gianni Infantino said his proposal "will not proceed" after UEFA — the European football association that includes powerhouses such as Spain, France, England and Germany — unanimously t...
Missing Underscore in Name Sent Innocent Man to Prison
Canadian man served 18 months because police didn't notice difference in usernames
Alphabet rolls back AI image generation in Google Earth over policy violations
Alphabet's Google said on Friday it was rolling back an AI image-generation feature it had introduced in Google Earth just a day ago, after users shared images that appeared to violate the company's policies.
Google Earth's AI image generation function pulled in less than a day
Google pulled its AI image-editing feature from Google Earth within 24 hours of its launch, after users created deepfakes depicting disasters.
Inside Tencent’s Failed Attempt to Take On ‘Grand Theft Auto’
Lightspeed’s Last Sentinel burnt through six years of development and hundreds of millions of dollars
Siri AI could come with a paywall for power users
Apple CEO Tim Cook envisions users being able to buy more compute for Siri AI via Apple's existing iCloud+ subscriptions.
Coros Update Brings Key Garmin Feature And More To Coros Watches
A significant Coros update sees a big upgrade to live tracking and how sleep scores are calculated, among other upgrades. It's for all current Coros watch users.
Trump Rewrites Corporate Norms With Arctic Mining Deal
The federal government granted a permit to build a road through Alaskan wilderness. In exchange, it gets part of a mining company.
Reddit is testing a new way to watch — and listen to — its viral posts
Reddit is developing a new video experience that lets users watch — or simply listen to — its most popular posts, taking inspiration from the viral TikTok videos that pair Reddit stories with gameplay or other footage. CEO Steve Huffman said the feature is already in the works and could begin testing later this year.
New movies to watch this weekend: See 'Spider-Man: Brand New Day' in theaters, rent 'Supergirl,' stream 'The Devil Wears Prada 2' on Disney+
"Spider-Man: Brand New Day," "I Want Your Sex" and "The Devil's Mouth" are out now. Are they worth watching?
Three Recent Chrome Releases Fix 1,442 Flaws, More Than Prior 23 Updates Combined
Google fixed 1,072 Chrome flaws in versions 149 and 150, more than the prior 23 milestones combined, as AI-driven discovery accelerates bug reports.
PS5's Monthly Active Users Increased Again, PS Plus Making More Money Than Ever
Things are looking pretty good
AI Will Make Our Politics Even More Emotional
Politics has always been about emotions as well as reason and self-interest. Great politicians such as Winston Churchill have been able to stir our most profound feelings. Great political moments such as Nelson Mandela’s walk to freedom from Robben Island have moved people to their core.
New York Will Regret Going Into the Grocery Business
The market, as I have noted before, is a small miracle. All these people come together — sellers, buyers, go-betweens — with different preferences, needs and resources, and they manage to come up with a price. The market clears, and everyone is better off.
BP Starts Process for Potential Sale of Its North Sea Business
BP Plc said it’s starting a process to market its North Sea business for a potential sale, as part of a wider review of the oil major’s portfolio.
Sony Raises Outlook After Entertainment Drives Earnings Beat
Sony Group Corp. raised its profit outlook after its lucrative content holdings generated continued growth, underscoring the entertainment group’s resilience in the face of rising component prices.
Tim Cook hints at iCloud Plus tier for AI power users
Apple could charge users to increase their AI usage limits.
Amazon CEO: AWS could be a ‘trillion-dollar’ business
Amazon (AMZN) CEO Andy Jassy explained on the company's earnings call that while the company expects to spend approximately '$220 billion in cash capex in 2026' to meet soaring demand, he believes AWS could "very possibly be a trillion-dollar annual revenue business for us in time.'
Tim Cook says heavy Siri users may have to pay extra
Heavy users of Apple Intelligence may need an iCloud+ subscription
Apple’s Sales Disappoint in China Unit, Services Business
Apple Inc. sales grew slower than analysts anticipated last quarter in China and its services business, sparking concerns about two key markets.
Friend, the lonely AI wearable, returns with a new voice and a much bigger price tag
Friend, the AI wearable, can now talk to its users — for an enhanced price.
Google says Pixel battery drain should be fixed in July and September updates
Google Pixel users have been running into battery drain issues for the past few months but, with the latest and...
LinkedIn Introduces a 'Seems Like AI Slop' Button
Following 404 Media's reporting on how LinkedIn is full of AI slop, the platform is giving users a chance to report it when they see it.
Hims & Hers sued over sending users health info to social media platforms
Digital telehealth platform Hims & Hers is facing a civil lawsuit over accusations of sending users’ health information to online advertisers after promising privacy.
Spotify Rolls Out New Personalized Running Features For Premium Users
The company is making a big push into fitness, having already partnered with Peloton earlier this year.
Nano Banana Image Generation Comes To Google Earth
Google Earth users can "visualize the past" via AI-created pictures.
Google says it's fixed the Pixel battery drain bug, but fans call foul
Some users still say the problem persists, even after the patch
Mistaken Username Sent Man to Prison for 18 Months, Court Finds
An appeals court in Canada acquitted Brandon Klayme of child pornography-related charges. His Kik username had one less underscore than another account that was involved.
Poland Likely Hit by Russian Missile, Premier Says
A Russian missile probably fell in the eastern part of Poland early morning on Thursday, Prime Minister Donald Tusk said.
iOS 26.6—Apple Just Gave iPhone Users 90 Reasons To Update Now
Apple has released iOS 26.6, along with a long list of nearly 90 iPhone security fixes. Here's what you need to know.
FTC sues Hims & Hers, alleging it shared people's health data with Meta and Snap
Telehealth platform disclosed users' "most private" health info and locked consumers into subscriptions, regulators allege.
How a Few Hundred Dollars Could Manipulate Election Prediction Markets
Touted as a truth serum for political forecasting, they’re vulnerable to distortion, sometimes at surprisingly low cost.
Can Knicks overcome NBA history to repeat as champs? East title threats + Warriors shaky future
Tinder pauses AI tool after it gave some daters an unsolicited makeover
An in-app “Photo Enhance” tool altered some users’ appearances without their permission. Tinder told NBC News that the unintended changes affected a small number of users.
Gemini for Mac Adds System-Wide Voice Dictation and Screen-Aware Commands
Google today updated Gemini for Mac to add a new quick keyboard shortcut that activates voice mode. By long-pressing the Fn key, users can speak naturally to Gemini from any window on their desktop machine. Gemini supports intelligent dictation, so users can speak to the chatbot using natural language and Gemini will transcribe their words to text. Ums, ahs, and other filler words are removed during the process, and it can catch mid-sentence corrections, dropping formatted text at the cursor.
US FTC suing Hims & Hers for sending user health info to Meta, Snap
The U.S. Federal Trade Commission is suing Hims & Hers alleging the telehealth platform shared users' health data with online advertisers despite promising privacy and engaged in deceptive billing and cancellation practices, an FTC spokesperson said.
Google Will Let Mac Users Talk To Gemini Simply By Pressing The 'Fn' Key
Users only have to long-press the ‘fn’ key on the bottom left corner of their keyboard to talk to Gemini on Mac.
iPhone Driver's Licenses May Soon Expand to Another US State
Driver's licenses and IDs may soon be available in Apple Wallet for iPhone and Apple Watch users living in Oklahoma. MacRumors discovered signs of an Oklahoma ID in Apple's backend. With input from Apple, a House bill was passed in March 2026 that allows Service Oklahoma to issue mobile or digital versions of state identification cards, driver's licenses or permits – suggesting this is Apple taking preparatory steps for future Wallet integration.
FIFA puts the World Cup up for sale
FIFA wants to sell a minority stake in a new commercial entity that values the organization at $20 billion.
Daily multivitamin may help older adults stay independent
Taking a daily multivitamin may help older adults preserve the strength and stamina needed for everyday activities. After three years, users reported better functional health than those taking a placebo, although the preliminary findings still require peer review.
Splatoon Raiders is currently the 7th greatest game of all time on Metacritic, according to User Score
While not a true indicator of quality, the results at least show a dedicated following…
Biogen Beats Estimates as New Medicines Overtake MS Business
Biogen Inc. reported quarterly revenue and adjusted earnings that beat analysts’ expectations as sales of newly acquired kidney and eye-disease drugs helped offset declining revenue from multiple sclerosis medicines.
Betting On Hawaiʻi Politics Is Legal Despite State’s Gambling Ban
Users can now wager on when indicted Lt. Gov. Sylvia Luke may resign on the prediction market app Kalshi, which is not covered by Hawaiʻi’s gambling law.
AI Is Bending the Rules of Brazilian Politics
Technology is reshaping election campaigns across the globe.
Galaxy S25 Ultra and S24 Ultra owners report severe battery drain and overheating issues after July update
Several Galaxy S25 Ultra and S24 Ultra users are facing battery drain and overheating issues after installing the latest July security patch. For some users, the charging speeds have also slowed down.
Google finally lets Find Hub users delete their old devices
Google has quietly rolled out a new feature to Find Hub that lets users delete old or duplicate devices from the app.
Claude Chats Popped Up in Google Search Results. How to See If Yours Are Public
Chats posted online by Claude users briefly appeared in Google search results over the weekend. Here's how to check whether you've shared any chats and revoke access.
Apple to lease iPhones, other products to users through Klarna partnership
Apple Upgrade lets customers lease iPhone, iPad, Mac and Apple Watch devices through Klarna, then return, upgrade or purchase the product when the lease ends.
Apple to lease iPhones, other products to users through Klarna partnership
Apple Upgrade lets customers lease iPhone, iPad, Mac and Apple Watch devices through Klarna, then return, upgrade or purchase the product when the lease ends.
Private Equity Firm Unloads Mental Health Chain Into Muni Market
A Connecticut-based private equity firm plans to sell a chain of mental health centers and sober-living homes through a deal financed by municipal bonds.
iPhone 18 Pro could be a no-brainer upgrade for lots of users
iPhone 18 Pro is coming soon, and there are several reasons why it could prove an especially popular upgrade choice this year.
Secretary of state warns about scam email impersonating state business registry
Connecticut Secretary of State Stephanie Thomas is warning businesses across the state about a phishing email impersonating the Connecticut Business Registry, designed to steal sensitive information. Thomas said the “malicious email” appears to come from the Connecticut Business Registry and includes a DottedSign link prompting recipients to view and sign a digital document. The link can trick users into revealing…
US Consumer Confidence Falls on Worse Business, Labor Views
US consumer confidence fell in July as Americans’ views about current business conditions and the labor market deteriorated.
Apple Set to Make Big Smart Home Push With Siri AI at Center
Apple Inc., after spending years as a laggard in the smart home market, is preparing a dramatic new push into the category with fresh devices and software.
Pitaka’s Galaxy Z Fold 8 and Flip 8 cases deliver smart features without the bulk
Samsung’s foldables are built to deliver flexibility to its users, but protecting them often means dealing with extra bulk that...
NFL offseason power rankings: No. 7 Baltimore Ravens had a tough season and got a makeover
[Galaxy Unpacked July 2026] A First Look at Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra, Galaxy Z Fold8 and Galaxy Z Flip8
At Galaxy Unpacked July 2026 in London, Samsung Electronics unveiled the eighth-generation Galaxy Z series. Combining agentic AI that understands users with
Splatoon Raiders' User Scores Are Off To A Splashing Start On Metacritic
Nintendo's fresh take receives a glowing reception
Microsoft Says New Cybersecurity AI Model Helps MDASH Hit 95.95% at Half the Cost
Microsoft launches MAI-Cyber-1-Flash inside MDASH, routing up to 90% of tasks to the model while GPT-5.4 handles the hardest 10%.
PSA: Your Claude shared chats and Artifacts may have ended up on Google
An untold number of Claude chats and Artifacts — the interactive mini apps and documents users can build inside Claude — were found publicly searchable on
I'm a 4-foot-6 stuntwoman. Then I got the call to double Matt Damon in 'The Odyssey.'
'The Odyssey' stuntwoman Devyn Dalton opens up about doubling Matt Damon, the training behind the role and the viral praise that put her in the spotlight.
Turning AI Plant Science Into a Commercial Tool: Heritable Agriculture’s Next Chapter
Heritable says its platform can match plant genetics to geography with 10-meter field-level accuracy, helping users predict how varieties of nearly any crop could perform in specific locations around the world.
A trove of users’ seemingly private conversations with Anthropic’s Claude AI chatbot showed up in Google search results
The topics of the seemingly inadvertently exposed chats ranged from erotica, programming chats, work notes, and fake book reviews.
Rockstar Games and GTA co-founder chimes in on the raging physical games debate: "If people want that, companies should provide it"
Dan Houser and Lazlow quickly talk about digital and physical media, while promoting the American Caper comic series.
User-made maps from Steam top-seller Meccha Chameleon have been found to contain malware, just as the game's official Discord server got hacked
Meccha Chameleon's Discord was breached on the same day some of its Steam Workshop maps were discovered to contain malware.
Tons of Peoples’ Claude Chats and Creations are Exposed on Google
Claude users are creating public share links, but probably don't realize that means their chats are now ending up in Google searches where anyone can dig through them.
Snapchat now lets you share what you're listening to in real time
Starting with Spotify, Snapchat users will be able to link their accounts, choose who can see their listening activity, and see what their friends are listening to in real time.
Samsung’s Galaxy Z Fold 8 ‘Passport’ Design Is the Next Big Smartphone Trend
Between the Fold 8 and Apple’s first folding iPhone, US consumers are about to see a lot more of this shorter, wider shape.
The Galaxy Z Fold 8's specs all but confirm a huge upgrade for the Galaxy S27 series
After years of waiting, Samsung's S series phones could finally get the upgrade Galaxy users have been waiting for.
Xbox Live server issues preventing users from playing downloaded Xbox games
Xbox users are reportedly experiencing widespread issues when attempting to access Xbox Live, with one recurring issue preventing access to downloaded games.
Germany’s Business Outlook Improves Despite Iran Uncertainty
Germany’s business outlook brightened for a third month, a sign of resilience to higher energy prices and geopolitical uncertainty.
Google Maps’ biggest Android Auto upgrade is reaching more users
Google is expanding Immersive Navigation and the live speedometer in Android Auto, bringing richer maps and better driving information to more users.
Claude AI Shared Chats Reportedly Exposed in Google Search Results
Anthropic’s Claude share links appeared in public search results, raising fresh privacy concerns for users who shared sensitive conversations.
Apple’s Smart Glasses Will Need to Overcome Meta’s Privacy Reputation
Company debated whether glasses will be able to record video.
'If People Want It, Companies Should Provide It': Rockstar Co-Founder Dan Houser Joins PS5 Disc Debate
"But I don't know that I personally care"
Google Maps "2026 Update" Now Rolling Out, Also Available on Android Auto and CarPlay
Immersive navigation started showing up for more users, though the availability is limited to some region, most of them in the United States
One UI 9 makes 13 a very unlucky number for Samsung Galaxy phone users
The stable One UI 9 update debuts on the Galaxy Z Fold 8 series and the Galaxy Z Flip 8.
Rockstar Co-Founder Says 'if People Want' Physical Game Releases Then 'Companies Should Provide It'
Rockstar Games co-founder Dan Houser believes that, if players want their games released on physical media, then "companies should provide it."
Morocco Football Boss Enters Politics With Premier Bid Possible
Morocco’s football czar joined one of the kingdom’s biggest political parties, edging closer to a possible bid for the role of prime minister in September’s elections.
Samsung Confirms New Amazon Freebie For Millions Of Galaxy Users
Samsung's Amazon Music freebie vanished without explanation in May. It's back for millions of Galaxy phone and tablet users. Here's how to claim it.
How Free Batteries Help NYC Small Businesses Save on Electric Bills
Power-supplier startup David Energy is giving local businesses like laundromats and pizza shops free batteries to avoid price surges when the grid is tight.
MeToo Part Deux Is Coming to US Politics
In the little more than two weeks since Graham Platner was forced to halt his Senate campaign in Maine, his career in tatters after a rape allegation, the Democratic Party has been trying to move on and forget about the oysterman’s problematic candidacy.
OpenAI confirms ChatGPT is down worldwide
ChatGPT, the famous artificial intelligence chatbot that allows users to converse with various personalities and topics, has connectivity issues worldwide.
Rockstar co-founder Dan Houser says if people want games on disc ‘companies should provide it’
Houser was the lead writer on almost every Grand Theft Auto game to date…
One UI 9 makes major lock screen security change every Galaxy user needs to know
With the One UI 9.0 (Android 17) update, Samsung is making a major change to how many times you're allowed to enter the incorrect PIN, password, or pattern on y
LG users complain about unwanted ads on TVs and gaming monitors
Even Microsoft is irked by LG's advertising.
Siri Settlement Approved: Apple to Pay Owners of Some iPhone Models
In May, Apple agreed to pay $250 million to settle a U.S. class action lawsuit over Siri AI's delayed launch, and eligible iPhone users could receive up to a $95 payout. Apple's settlement has now received preliminary approval from a judge, according to a July 17 court document. However, there is no settlement website yet, and it may take months before eligible customers can begin submitting claims.
Colombia Schools, Businesses Urged to Go Remote on Natural Gas Pause
Colombia’s government is urging schools and businesses to operate remotely for several days starting next week as the nation braces for natural gas rationing during planned maintenance of its sole import terminal.
AI Lab Midjourney Eyes Suite of Apps After Buying Astrology Startup Co-Star
Artificial intelligence lab Midjourney Inc. has bought the popular astrology app Co-Star and is building its first standalone image-generation app, the startup’s latest moves to push into new business areas after promising an ambitious expansion last month.
Facebook Testing Immersive Video Feed as Home Page
The social platform says it will test a video-first look for users when they open the app in select countries, potentially bringing it to the U.S. next year.
US Business Activity Picks Up on World Cup, July 4 Spending
US business activity expanded at the fastest pace in eight months as strong domestic demand for services offset cooling factory production, growing supply chain delays and rising costs.
OpenAI makes Health in ChatGPT widely available, moving deeper into consumer health
OpenAI on Thursday made its Health in ChatGPT feature broadly available, enabling U.S. users to connect its artificial intelligence chatbot with medical records and wellness apps. | OpenAI on Thursday made its Health in ChatGPT feature broadly available, enabling U.S. users to connect its artificial intelligence chatbot with medical records and wellness apps.
LG Promises To Stop McAfee Spam Ads Following Pressure From Microsoft
Following user outcry and pressure from Microsoft, LG has agreed to stop showing McAfee pop-up spam downloaded from its monitors.
Google Is Expanding Access To Its Gemini Spark Agentic AI Assistant
Gemini Spark is now available to more users.