A new study warns that detailed public reviews on platforms like Yelp can be used by bad actors to craft highly targeted phishing attacks. By analyzing review history, scammers can determine a user's location, habits, and preferences to build convincing social engineering lures.
A group of tech companies and NGOs is petitioning the EU to end the era of pervasive cookie consent banners. The coalition argues that the current system creates 'consent fatigue' and that privacy preferences should instead be handled at the browser level.
Technology provider EKT is set to unveil a new set-top box designed specifically for the ATSC 3.0 (NextGen TV) standard. The device runs on a Linux-based platform.
Apple is reportedly planning to implement usage limits for its AI features, potentially requiring a subscription or credit-based system for high-intensity tasks. The new strategy will shift 'AI as a feature' to 'AI as a metered service' within the Apple ecosystem.
In response to local regulations, Steam is enforcing age verification in Australia using credit cards, but technical glitches and low credit adoption among younger adults are locking users out of content.
Analysts warn that a major memory chip shortage is looming for 2027 as AI hardware production consumes a larger share of global capacity.
Nintendo has released firmware update 23.0.0 for the Switch 2, which officially enables variable refresh rate (VRR) support when the console is docked. This update also improves 'boost mode' and allows for easier data transfers between systems.
GOG has partnered with BIg Box Collection to provide 3D models and printable scans of classic PC gaming 'big box' packaging.
Researchers are pushing back against the narrative of AI agents going 'rogue,' arguing that unexpected behaviors are often just poor prompting or model limitations rather than intentionality.
Tesla's Cybercab aims to eliminate traditional driving controls entirely, relying on a central touchscreen. However, a 'hidden' touchscreen joystick may allow for manual overrides, raising questions about safety regulations and the transition to full autonomy.
Apple officially unveiled its first foldable smartphone, the iPhone Duo, alongside the iPhone 18 Pro series and the new Apple Watch Series 12 and Ultra 4. The launch also details iOS 27 features including a dual-carrier 'iPhone Handoff' system and a new tap-to-redeem method for physical gift cards.
NDI is partnering with NVIDIA to integrate AI SDKs into its protocol, enabling real-time automated translation and localized content for live streams.
The band Muse has reportedly lost its social media handles to 'Muse,' Meta's new AI agent.
Trade show organizers are warning that the FCC may block foreign-made robots and drones from appearing at major events like CES. This move stems from broader regulatory concerns over foreign-made electronics and could significantly impact the variety of tech reaching US consumers.
Automattic's board forces CEO Matt Mullenweg into leave of absence. Mullenweg said in a company Slack message that it was against his will.
In a rare move, Apple has increased the prices of the iPhone 16, 17, and iPhone Air alongside the launch of its new flagship models.
New market data confirms that Roku remains the top choice for streaming consumers despite heavy competition from smart TV manufacturers.
A retired engineer has successfully reconstructed a Soviet-era supercomputer in a spare room.
Enthusiasts of physical media face higher entry costs as Panasonic has increased prices across its 4K Blu-ray player lineup.
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