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Security researcher BobDaHacker revealed two critical vulnerabilities in Lovense's sex toy app. The flaws expose user email addresses and allow account takeovers using only the email. Despite reporting the issues in Marc…
A new AP-NORC poll reveals that while 60% of Americans use AI for information searches, its adoption for work tasks and creative endeavors is significantly lower. Younger adults (74% under 30) are more likely to use AI f…
A massive artificial intelligence data center, a joint venture between Tallgrass and Crusoe, is slated for construction near Cheyenne, Wyoming. Initially consuming 1.8 gigawatts of electricity (enough to power a million …
Microsoft launched Copilot Mode, an experimental AI-powered feature for its Edge browser. Copilot assists users with web browsing, predicting needs and taking actions on their behalf. It can help with tasks like recipe m…
VPN app downloads surged in the UK following the implementation of age verification laws on sites like PornHub and Reddit. Users are employing VPNs to circumvent these new restrictions, masking their location to access a…
New York City is bracing for three days of extreme heat, with real-feel temperatures potentially reaching 104 degrees. A heat advisory is in effect from Monday to Wednesday. City officials urge residents to stay indoors …
Google Pixel's US market share reached 3% in Q2 2025, securing the #4 spot ahead of the Pixel 10 launch. This represents 13% year-over-year growth, shipping around 800,000 units. While growth is slowing compared to previ…
Samsung's rapid release of its Android 16-based One UI 8 update is attributed to adopting Google's new "Trunk Stable" development model. This single-branch approach, unlike the older, slower branch-based system, eliminat…
Australian group Collective Shout claims responsibility for prompting changes to NSFW content policies on Itch.io and Steam. Following months of ignored complaints about games depicting sexual violence, the group contact…
OpenAI's $200 ChatGPT Pro subscription, initially a money-losing venture according to CEO Sam Altman, set a precedent for pricey AI subscriptions. Competitors like Anthropic, Google, and xAI followed suit with similarly …
Samsung is changing its One UI update strategy. Instead of releasing major One UI updates with its Galaxy S series phones, it will now debut major Android and One UI versions mid-year with its foldable Galaxy Z series. G…
The UK's new online safety rules, requiring age verification, are easily bypassed. A gamer discovered that using Death Stranding's photo mode with Sam Bridges' face fools facial recognition systems on platforms like Redd…
Google's Android Earthquake Alerts (AEA) system failed to adequately warn millions in Turkey during the February 2023 earthquake. While ten million people within 98 miles of the epicenter could have received the highest …
Itch.io, an indie game marketplace, has deindexed adult and NSFW games following pressure from Collective Shout, an advocacy group. This action, mirroring a similar move by Steam, is a response to concerns about a game d…
An anonymous tipster claims Apple's iPhone 17 Pro will boast enhanced camera features: an 8x optical zoom telephoto lens with continuous zoom, a new pro camera app rivaling third-party options, and a top-edge camera cont…
Canadian wildfires, burning 6.1 million hectares, have caused widespread evacuations and sent smoke drifting into the US, prompting air quality alerts across New York state and parts of New England. The New York State De…
Maryland residents are bracing for another day of intense heat and humidity, with highs in the low 90s but feeling closer to 100°F due to humidity. Afternoon showers and thunderstorms are possible, mainly isolated. The f…
A dangerous heat wave blankets the US Midwest and Southeast, with feels-like temperatures soaring to 115°F in some areas. Extreme heat warnings are in effect for cities including St. Louis, Myrtle Beach, and Raleigh. Mil…
The recent devastating floods in Texas's Kerr County, resulting in over 135 deaths, highlight a nationwide problem. Climate change-fueled torrential rains, inadequate warning systems, and rampant building in flood-prone …
A trans-Atlantic tunnel, connecting cities like New York and London, is currently deemed impossible with existing technology. The required speeds for a feasible travel time necessitate advancements in train technology. C…
Microsoft is investigating a potential leak from its early cybersecurity alert system. This leak may have allowed Chinese hackers to exploit vulnerabilities in SharePoint before patches were released, leading to widespre…
Ars Technica partners with GOG.com to feature a curated list of games, rotating monthly. This collaboration includes monthly articles reviewing selected titles. The first featured game is Descent, a groundbreaking 1995 3…
Apple's iOS 26 introduces a 'Liquid Glass' design, allowing users to make their home screen icons completely transparent. This customization option, accessed via a long-press and the 'Customize' menu, allows icons to sho…
Samsung's Galaxy Z Flip 7 boasts a larger, brighter 4.1-inch cover screen and a slimmer profile despite a bigger battery. Performance is improved with a new processor, offering extended battery life. However, the cameras…
Apple's subscription services, including Apple Music and Apple TV+, generated more revenue last quarter than Macs, iPads, and wearables combined. Analysts predict continued growth, making subscriptions crucial amid poten…