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iPhone owners can now submit a claim in Apple’s $250 million Siri AI lawsuit
Apple is paying $250 million to settle claims that it failed to deliver an AI-upgraded Siri - and now, eligible iPhone owners can submit a claim for a payout. If you live in the US and purchased an iPhone 15 Pro, iPhone 15 Pro Max, or any iPhone 16 model betw…
We asked 8 supply chain leaders what impressed and surprised them most about AI. Here's what they said.
Supply chain leaders, including J-Ann Tio Toles, highlight AI's role in transforming logistics operations and enhancing sustainability.
OpenAI asks Washington to lead a global AI standards push
OpenAI has called on the United States to lead an international effort on standards for advanced AI, beginning with rules on which incidents must be reported, and suggested routing the work through national AI safety institutes including the US Center for AI …
UN says AI safeguards can’t wait for certainty
Governments need to rein in increasingly capable AI agents before their risks are fully understood, a United Nations scientific panel warned in the global organization's first major assessment of OpenAI's hack of Hugging Face earlier this year. The report cem…
San Francisco Is Booming Again — Unless You’re a Laid-Off Tech Worker
The AI boom promised jobs, but many San Francisco engineers are still waiting for work. Meanwhile, one job title has gained popularity.
Trump says the AI backlash is a Democratic hoax. This week’s polling put Republican opposition to data centres at 47%.
President Donald Trump posted twice about artificial intelligence on Saturday. The first post asked his followers to vote on a new name for the technology. The second called the campaign against it a hoax and promised an AI Force and an AI czar. The rename ha…
Zuckerberg’s reason for refusing to coordinate on AI safety is now the argument in an antitrust suit against four rivals.
Microsoft AI chief Mustafa Suleyman told CNBC that controlling advanced AI will be a very large challenge, defended regulation, and said the industry’s safety shift is responsible rather than self-interested. He spoke the same day four consumers filed an anti…
Aviation regulators turn to AI to help manage the nation's airspace
The Federal Aviation Administration launched an ambitious $875-million-dollar push to make the U.S. airspace more efficient. But critics say it won't solve bigger problems with air traffic control.
I'm a CEO who's rejected tons of AI applications. AI writing isn't an automatic disqualifier, but there's a line.
CEO Matt Stauffer received over 700 applications for his open project manager position. He said many were obviously AI — here's how he could tell.
Amazon blocks Meta’s Muse and accuses Perplexity of misleading a court
Amazon fought AI shopping agents on two fronts on Monday. It blocked Muse, Meta’s new AI assistant, from Amazon.com. It also filed an amended complaint against Perplexity, accusing the company of misleading a federal appeals court. The block came first. Peopl…
The Vatican is turning its AI campaign into permanent machinery this week
AI4Peace, a symposium on artificial intelligence and conflict, opened on Monday at the Pontifical Lateran University in Rome with a message from Leo XIV. The Pope was not present in the room, and Don Andrea Ciucci, chancellor of the Pontifical Academy for Lif…
Google built the best $20 AI subscription for everyone, even iPhone users
Many subscriptions seem like no-brainers\, but you quickly stop using them. This Google AI bundle is different, and everyone should buy it, even iPhone owners.
M6 Mac mini Review: A Better Tiny Desktop, With or Without AI
The latest Mac mini offers unparalleled performance for its price. Just know the AI connoisseurs are waiting to gobble it up first.
10 of the US' youngest billionaires in 2026 — and how they got their fortunes
The Forbes 2026 list of America's 400 richest billionaires includes just 10 people under 40. Many owe their fortunes to the booming AI industry.
First Came Space Force. Now Prepare For AI Force
Trump is forming a new "AI Force" and appointing an AI Czar to lead it.
Meta's Muse Is Better at Surveilling Than Helping Me
The Muse app continues Meta’s trend of opting users into data collection for AI training. It also nudges you to share your bank account, email, and passport information.
AI model costs are pushing startups towards cheaper open weigh
Harvey’s gross margin fell from about 50% at the start of this year to minus 50% by June as customer usage of its AI agents spiked, and turned positive again only after it released a model of its own built on Moonshot’s Kimi K3. Abridge, Decagon, Ramp and Rog…
Pentagon Investigators Say Overreliance on Palantir AI Tech Contributed to U.S. Strike That Killed 123 Iranian Children
An unreleased Pentagon probe investigated the kill chain that hit a school in Minab.
A single git trick beat the safety lock on four AI coding agents
The AI industry already knew attackers could poison plugin marketplaces. Its answer was to lock every plugin to one reviewed version of its code. That lock is what just broke. Researchers at Air Security published a vulnerability on Thursday that they call Pl…
Meta’s Muse TV ad is the latest sign that AI agents are going mainstream
Meta released a TV ad for its Muse AI agent, and the internet is buzzing. Fears about agents going rogue haven't dissuaded hype about the new tech.
Stock compensation gives Big Tech workers a powerful reason to stay. Layoffs and the AI boom are changing the equation.
Big Tech workers say stock compensation can make leaving difficult, but layoffs, AI startups, and years of stock gains are changing the calculus.
Trump’s Attempt to Rename AI Misunderstands the MAGA Faithful
No better way to reach your base than by insisting that they are inferior.
UK to provide Saudi Arabia with 'defensive' military support, says Burnham
The prime minister "defensive air-to-air refuelling" is to be provided following a request from Saudi Arabia, after it faced attacks from Houthi militants in Yemen.
No Shirt, No Shoes, No Service: Amazon Blocks Meta’s Muse AI From Shopping
Amazon has its own agentic AI option called Buy for Me, which could be behind the agentic turf war.
Live Updates From Meta Connect 2026
Follow along with the Gizmodo crew as we cover everything Meta announces at its annual developer conference. We're once again expecting new smart glasses, upgrades to its AI models, and more.
DraftKings Built an AI Model to Target Profitable Losers, Report Claims
Those promotional incentives may not be the free lunch they look like.
MediaTek's new 3nm chip wants to power fanless, AI-first Googlebooks
MediaTek's Dimensity CX C10 Max is the company's first high-end laptop chip, and it's headed for premium AI-first Googlebooks.
A Wave of New Regulations Is Reshaping Retail. The Businesses That Prepare Now Will Have an Advantage.
Customs, AI, packaging, deforestation and privacy rules are landing across four continents this year, and they all demand the same thing. Here's what you need to know.
Trump says there are ways to 'rein' in AI 'if we have to'
President Donald Trump stressed the US will "be careful" in how it handles AI.
I’ve Built Websites for 25 Years. Here’s How I’d Make a Business Stand Out in an Internet Full of AI Slop.
AI has made professional websites nearly effortless to create, but entrepreneurs still need to build the audience, trust, follow-up and differentiation that actually drive growth.
AI Is Raising the Stakes for Employee Mental Health. Here’s What Leaders Need to Do.
Companies have invested heavily in workplace mental health, yet many employees and managers are still struggling. The next evolution is helping people build the capacity to perform, adapt and grow as the demands of work continue to change.
Russia's secret plan to supercharge kamikaze drone production
Documents obtained by POLITICO show a Russian state company blueprint for increasing drone carbon fiber production as the Kremlin escalates air war over Europe.
Corridor launches with $25m to fix health benefits for small businesses
“For decades, small businesses have been sold the leftovers of the health insurance market,” said Nikhil Aggarwal, chief executive and co-founder of Corridor. His company launched its AI benefits brokerage on Monday with $25m. Its plan is to change that with …
The US wants an AI-era 'red phone' with China
President Donald Trump and Chinese leader Xi Jinping are expected to discuss AI safety and trade at their summit in Washington this week.
Dragos closes its NetRise and runZero deals as Accenture takes control
“It’s about whether the lights stay on and the water stays safe when an adversary attacks,” said Dmitri Alperovitch, the CrowdStrike co-founder who is returning to the board of Dragos. The industrial cybersecurity company said on Monday it has closed its acqu…
A Microsoft scientist called AI training the largest theft of labor
A 92-page brief unsealed on Thursday opens by quoting the same Microsoft employee twice. Dr Brent Hecht, the company’s Director of Applied Science, wrote that people would come to see large models hoovering up their work as “an astonishing theft of unpreceden…
Nvidia's Jensen Huang says AI CEOs have 'ulterior reasons' for warning about doomsday
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang says current regulations are enough to ensure AI is safe — and profitable.
Trump's tech advisor has advice for AI companies worried they're building unsafe models: 'Just stop'
AI companies have called for more regulation of their own products to ensure safety. Trump's tech advisor says they can slow down whenever the want.
Having the Latest AI Model Can Actually Be a Bad Business Decision. Here’s How to Know When an Upgrade Is Worth It.
A technically superior AI model isn't always a smart business move. Here's how to evaluate if it's truly worth the investment.
AI agents are ready to run your life. Do you trust them?
Tech firms like Meta are betting users will embrace AI agents, even though they have shown they aren't always aligned with our interests.
I thought I wanted the American dream. Moving to a small city in Spain changed my mind.
Kevin Schreck says his quality of life is better in Valencia, Spain. Housing is affordable, and he is less worried about medical bills.
Traditional Safety Measures are ‘Unraveling’ as AI Advances, UN Panel Warns
How do we protect ourselves from systems that are increasingly difficult to predict?
How to Get a Piece of Apple’s $250 Million iPhone Settlement
After the Siri AI debacle, you might be eligible for a little cash.
Googlebook pre-orders begin: this is everything from Android sync to AI and price
Googlebook pre-orders are open, and consumers are in for much-needed synchronization with Android for apps, projects, and more.
The New Googlebooks Are Chromebooks All Grown Up
Google is copying some of MacBooks' best features and otherwise shoving AI into everything, including the mouse cursor.
The Winners of the 2026 Gizmodo Science Fair
It's time for our annual science awards, honoring the year's biggest discoveries, breakthroughs, and stories.
Personalization Is Now an Ethical Decision, Not Just a Marketing One. Here’s Why.
As businesses gain unprecedented influence over consumer decisions, leaders must decide where optimization ends and ethical responsibility begins.
Apple Smart Home Display Coming as Soon as Next Month
Apple could unveil its long-rumored smart home display as soon as October, according to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman. In the latest edition of his "Power On" newsletter, Gurman narrows Apple's launch window after he said in August that the smart home display …
What the Great Iced Coffee Debate says about job hunting in 2026
Can bringing an iced coffee to an interview doom your chances? A viral TikTok debate has job seekers wondering which details could make a difference.
Amazon is keeping Meta’s Muse out of its shopping carts
Meta's Muse AI assistant blocked by Amazon for what it called unauthorized shopping access, citing a violation of its conditions.
2 things you can do to get promoted, according to a PwC exec
PwC's Dallas Dolen has sat in his share of promotion meetings. He said face time is "really important."
Grandma slop is tearing families apart
Some grandparents think AI images of their grandkids are adorable. Millennial parents worry about privacy, consent, and where the photos may end up.
It’s Donald Trump Versus MAGA on Data Centers
The president has doubled down on data centers and AI. His base is running in the opposite direction.
Google se lanza a la yugular del MacBook Air con los primeros Googlebook, que por fin tienen hardware y precio confirmados
Google finalmente ha presentado los primeros modelos de Googlebook, su nueva categoría de portátiles que conocimos en mayo. Hasta aquí, sabíamos que los dispositivos incluirían hardware de primer nivel y que ejecutarían un nuevo software que combinaría lo mej…
The ECB will invest in tokenised securities, and settle the trades on its own new rail
The European Central Bank is preparing to put some of its own money into tokenized securities, moving from building the plumbing for digital asset markets to buying in them. Settlement will occur in central bank money, routed through Pontes, the system the Eu…
Say Hello to RatHat, a New AI-Powered Malware Invading the Android Ecosystem
The malware pretends to be a legitimate download for an app like Google Chrome.
The double-whammy that's about to hit the US economy
Consumer spending is showing signs of slowing — right as the Fed starts raising interest rates. That's going to be a double drag on the US economy.
I’m a KPMG forward-deployed engineer. AI has moved my job beyond writing code.
Justin Johnsen, now a forward deployed engineer at KPMG, has been at the firm for six years. He says a lot has changed in the past year.
Hideo Kojima Calls Physint The ‘Biggest Selling Title I Could Possibly Create’ And Promises ‘Anything Espionage Is Going To Be Fun’
The Death Stranding 2 director explains the return to his Metal Gear Solid roots
Got an Android Phone? Google Thinks You’ll Probably Want a Googlebook Laptop
Apple lovers have long enjoyed seamless connectivity between their iPhones and Macs. Now, Google’s bringing that experience to Android.
Can John Ternus find Apple’s next big thing?
Today, I’m talking with Mark Gurman, who is the world’s best-sourced Apple reporter — both as Bloomberg’s chief Apple correspondent and the host of the upcoming podcast Power On. Earlier this month, Apple hosted its annual iPhone hardware event, virtually ev…
Grab an Xbox controller and a $50 Xbox gift card together for just $80
Newegg is hosting a bundle that includes Microsoft’s wireless Xbox controller (in black) and a $50 digital Xbox gift card together for $80. Given that this model typically sits around $50 to $60 depending on the color you want, this is a fantastic value since…
Vivo’s X500 Pro Max has 17 stops of dynamic range and 4K240 slo-mo
Vivo's new X500 flagship phones have arrived in China, and as usual the company's focus is firmly on photography. The X500 Pro Max - a new tier in its lineup - is the first phone to use new sensors and silicon from Sony and MediaTek that enable impressive dyn…
Xiaomi 18 Pro's new privacy screen could beat Samsung at its own game
Xiaomi has confirmed the Xiaomi 18 Pro will feature a hardware-based privacy display similar to Samsung's Galaxy S26 Ultra.
The Missing Piece to the Googlebook Puzzle Could—Hopefully—Make a Cheap Laptop
A sub-$1,000 Googlebook may be on the horizon if we can get a laptop with this chip.
Here’s Everything You Need to Know About the First Googlebooks
They’re more expensive than a Chromebook, but they may be much, much more capable.
After a few quiet weeks, Verizon just brought back its best Google Pixel 11 deal — that's a FREE Pixel 11 Pro 256GB, no trade-in required
Verizon is running an offer that will land you a free Google Pixel 11 Pro when you add a line with an eligible unlimited plan.
Vivo's X500 Pro Max just became the camera phone to beat
Vivo just unveiled the X500 Pro Max in China, and the phone will make its way to global markets later in the year. With a bigger OLED panel, massive battery, and groundbreaking cameras, it's clear that the X500 Pro Max is a true powerhouse.
4 Reasons Your Target Buyers Aren’t Responding to Your Marketing
Learn why your target buyers aren’t responding to your marketing, and how customer interviews can uncover problems with targeting, messaging, buyer confidence, content and conversion.
The first Googlebooks are here, powered by Snapdragon X Elite
Qualcomm's Snapdragon X Elite now powers the first Googlebook laptops, built around Gemini Intelligence.
New Mac Studio's Biggest Upgrade Isn't the M5 Ultra Chip, Review Says
Ahead of the new Mac Studio with M5 Max and M5 Ultra chips launching this Tuesday, the first reviews of the computer have been shared by selected tech websites and YouTube channels. According to one review published by Macworld's Roman Loyola, the biggest upg…
Apple Releases Second watchOS 27.2, tvOS 27.2 and visionOS 27.2 Betas
Alongside new betas of iOS 27.2, iPadOS 27.2, and macOS Golden Gate 27.2, Apple has released the second betas of watchOS 27.2, tvOS 27.2, and visionOS 27.2. The betas come week after Apple released the first betas. Registered developers can download the…
M6 Mac Mini First Look: Bigger Power Packed in the Same Small Package
People will be clawing to get Apple’s latest and tiniest Mac.
The First Googlebooks Are Here, and They’re Everything I Need in a Laptop
And if you’re an Android user, they’re likely everything you need, too.
How to Force Quit Apple Watch Apps in watchOS 27
Prior to watchOS 27, force quitting apps on Apple Watch was done by swiping up on apps in the App Switcher screen, but that's no longer possible because the Digital Crown double-click gesture that got you there is now reserved for Apple's upcoming Live Rewind…
I Tried Two Extraordinary Security Gadgets Made for Spots Other Tech Can’t Reach
Home security is going in all-new directions this year. I tested Abode’s sensors for gates, garages and more in my home.
Of course Larry and David Ellison got their way
When your dad is one of the richest men in the world — and a Trump pal — you get the media conglomerate you want.
Apple Watch Series 12 and Ultra 4 Owners Report Unexpected Reboots
Some new Apple Watch Ultra 4 and Apple Watch Series 12 owners are reporting their devices rebooting unexpectedly, and diagnostic logs suggest the crashes are related to the Apple Neural Engine. Reports have been posted in the MacRumors forums since the n…
The Most Valuable Brand Experience Might Be the One Nobody Posts About. Here’s What That Looks Like.
As consumers crave more connection and less screen time, the smartest brands may stop fighting for more attention and start giving people something worth putting their phones down for.
Amazon bloquea a Muse, la IA de Meta que puede comprar en línea por ti
Amazon le ha cerrado la puerta a Muse, el asistente de IA de Meta que puede controlar tu ordenador. A unos días de que se convirtiera en una de las aplicaciones más populares en móviles y debutara en la Mac, Muse no podrá realizar compras en Amazon usando tu …
This $13 gadget detects trackers, cameras, and other wireless devices that may be spying on you
SquachWatch is an open-source ESP32 firmware project that turns a cheap touchscreen board into a portable detector for trackers, cameras, Flock readers, and other wireless devices that plague us. The CheapYellow Display is already a ridiculously cool piece of…
I Analyzed 16,625 Publishers. The Best Ones Don’t Sell SEO.
New data from 16,625 publishers across 53 languages: the median sponsored article costs $570, and the most expensive sites refuse to sell the one thing link buyers think they're paying for.
Thermacell LIV 2.0 Review: Taking My Yard Back
Thermacell LIV 2.0 is expensive and imperfect, but it outperforms nearly every mosquito-control method I’ve tried.
‘Handful’ of Reported Layoffs at Apple Could Mean a More Robust Health App Coming Soon
You've probably never heard of the feature affected by these job cuts.
The state of the American advertiser
American advertisers are operating in a media environment with more channels, more data, and more technology than ever before. Yet for marketers, the central challenge is shifting. It is less about finding another place to advertise. It is more about understa…
Silent Hill: Townfall: The Kotaku Review
Excellent atmosphere and a strong setup are let down by thin character work in the survival horror franchise's latest spin-off
Aqara Multi-Sensor FP400 Review: Not Quite the mmWave of the Future
Aqara still makes the best mmWave presence sensors around, but the FP400 doesn’t improve much on its predecessors.
The EU will rate data centres on energy and water from 2027
Europe’s data centers are to be graded on how much energy and water they use, under a rating scheme proposed on Monday by the European Commission. Any individual site drawing more than 500 kW is covered. What the rating measures is not only consumption but wh…
China is reportedly slowing humanoid robot IPOs after Unitree’s debut round trip
China’s securities regulator has begun steering humanoid robot companies away from the public markets until they can show recurring revenue and a credible path to narrowing losses, The Information reported on 9 September. The direction is being given as windo…
How the NPR College Podcast Challenge changed lives
Tee up those entries: It's time for the next NPR College Podcast Challenge, and hear how the contest changed the lives of past participants.
NPR's College Podcast Challenge is back for 2026
Students: It's time to turn on the mic and hit 'record.' Send us your podcasts and we'll pick the best ones. It's $5,000 for our grand prize and $500 for our finalists.
U.S. childcare costs are astronomical. More families are turning to grandparents
Grandparents taking care of their grandkids is nothing new. But the surging cost of childcare in the U.S. has made familial support even more critical for some parents who struggle to afford it.
Beloved Super Nintendo JRPG Receives Its First Re-Release But It’s The Sequel You Gotta Get Excited For
After 30 years the first two Lufia games will be ported to modern devices, and while the first may seem rudimentary, fans know the series goes to some amazing heights
A 60-year-old took out student loans to help her kids succeed. She's facing retirement with a $156,000 balance.
She doesn't have a college degree of her own, but she's staring down a six-figure student-loan balance she took on to give her kids a better life.
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