You can still buy last year's Sony Bravia OLED TV for $600 off - and I can't recommend it enough
Sony's Bravia 8 OLED television is available at a $600 discount from its original price. The previous generation model still delivers strong performance despite newer versions being available.
How universities can better prepare graduates for the demands of the modern workplace
Universities need to integrate AI literacy across curricula to prepare graduates for modern workplaces where organizations increasingly rely on these technologies. UK employers are demanding workers who can use AI tools effectively and confidently to maintain competitive advantage.
Many Child Safety Features on Social Apps Don’t Work, Report Finds
Researchers discovered that child safety features on social media apps fail to prevent teens from accessing harmful content, contacting unknown adults, and circumventing time restrictions. The study examined major platforms and found these protective mechanisms ineffective at their core functions.
US Futures Up as Dip Buyers Lift Tech, US-Iran Hostilities Fade
Technology stocks recovered as dip buyers purchased beaten-down shares before Monday's market open. US stock-index futures rose as tensions between the US and Iran eased in the Middle East.
Samsung's T9 is one of the fastest portable SSDs I've ever used — and it's at the perfect price if you're upgrading your work setup or back-to-school tech at Amazon
Samsung's T9 portable SSD delivers transfer speeds of up to 2,000MB/s. The device is currently available at a competitive price point on Amazon.
Relx Plans to Buy Back Up to £100 Million in Shares Next Month
Relx Plc will repurchase up to £100 million in shares next month. The information and analytics company is executing this buyback as it contends with concerns that artificial intelligence tools may displace its research products.
xTool's New Printer Is Going to Make It Easier Than Ever to Be Creative and the Preorder Is Live Today
The O1 Omni printer can print on virtually any material as an all-in-one desktop device. Preorders are currently available with special promotional offers included.
Self-driving firm Momenta opens $752mn Hong Kong IPO
A self-driving software firm opened a Hong Kong IPO seeking up to $752 million for AI research and robotaxis. The Suzhou-based company, valued at close to $9 billion, began taking investor orders this week under stock code 6880.
Netflix subscribers are furious at the platform’s latest update — now users are required to use separate email addresses for account profiles, but some think they've found a handy workaround
Netflix now requires separate email addresses for individual account profiles. Some users have discovered a workaround by using email alias services to create multiple addresses linked to a single inbox.
Flock’s surveillance cameras are spreading fast across the US
More than 100,000 automated license plate readers now operate across the US, with Flock Safety controlling the majority of the market. These devices log every passing vehicle and perform functions beyond reading plates.
Massive restructuring at former Showmax shareholder
Comcast plans to split into two separate companies by spinning off Sky and NBCUniversal. The restructuring separates the media and entertainment assets from the parent company's core business operations.
Millennium Builds AI Lab in Push for Cutting-Edge Products
Millennium Management established an artificial intelligence laboratory to develop and apply advanced technologies. The new AI lab represents the firm's effort to expand its capabilities in machine learning and automated systems.
Google earthquake alerts warned 11.4M before Venezuela’s quakes
Google earthquake alerts notified 11.4 million people in Venezuela moments before two major quakes struck on Wednesday. The warnings provided some recipients up to two minutes to take action before the earthquakes hit.
Your Home Router Was a Target of Russian Military Intelligence. Here's What to Do Now
Russian military intelligence compromised thousands of US home routers through a botnet called Turtle. Device owners must manually restart their routers and update firmware to prevent reinfection, as the FBI's fix is temporary.
Sony WH-1000XM6 vs. Sennheiser Momentum 5: I wore both pairs for months, and prefer this one
The Sony WH-1000XM6 and Sennheiser Momentum 5 are both flagship noise-canceling headphones that excel in their category. After extended testing, preference between them depends on individual usage patterns and priorities rather than objective superiority of either model.
The Uninvited Meeting Guest Is an AI Notetaker
AI notetaker bots are now joining remote meetings without explicit invitations from participants. These automated systems can record, transcribe, and summarize meetings, raising questions about consent and workplace etiquette that organizations have not yet established clear guidelines for.
Our Data Shows That It's OK if You Forget to Charge Your Phone Overnight
Newer smartphones can reach sufficient battery levels in 30 minutes of charging. CNET's years of testing data demonstrate that overnight charging is no longer necessary for modern devices.
DC Studios co-head Peter Safran admits Supergirl 'didn't meet our box office expectations' — but it doesn't sound like it'll force him and James Gunn to revise their ambitious plan for the DCU
Supergirl earned $68 million during its opening weekend, falling short of box office expectations for DC Studios. The disappointing performance will not cause Peter Safran and James Gunn to alter their broader plan for the DC Universe.
South Korea bets $880bn to win the AI era
South Korea committed at least $880 billion over a decade to chips, data centers, and robots as its largest AI investment. President Lee Jae Myung unveiled the plan, stating that speed is the only way to survive in the AI era.
The Razer Pro Type Ergo proves the company can do non-gaming keyboards well – but it’s not perfect
A split ergonomic keyboard with scissor switches and customizable software enters Razer's productivity line. The Pro Type Ergo features ergonomic design paired with high pricing that limits its appeal.
'Plenty of AI tools claim to be built for finance; Microsoft 365 Copilot in Excel is proving it in practice': Microsoft is fuelling up Excel with lots more AI tools for finance workers
Microsoft added AI tools to Excel designed specifically for finance workers. The new capabilities include features for financial analysis and data processing in spreadsheets.
Forget the Stovetop: The Air Fryer Is the Best Way to Cook Bacon
Air fryers produce bacon with less mess than stovetop cooking methods. The air fryer approach delivers results comparable to traditional stovetop preparation.
DeepSeek’s $7.4bn raise is one symptom of China’s AI cash surge
DeepSeek raised $7.4 billion in its first funding round, making it the largest debut raise by a Chinese startup with a valuation exceeding $50 billion. The Hangzhou lab had previously operated for three years using only founder Liang Wenfeng's personal wealth.
Closing the AI fluency gap to support workforce retention
A new white paper examines how organizations can address AI fluency gaps to retain workers through 2026. The research, authored by Wayne L. McCoy and published by University of Phoenix's Center for Educational and Instructional Technology Research, focuses on workforce retention strategies related to artificial intelligence skills.
Zuck saves Meta bucks by reusing memory from old servers with a custom CXL ASIC
Meta developed a custom CXL ASIC that enables memory reuse from older servers, reducing machines needed for inference workloads by 25%. The technology is currently running in production across millions of boxes.
Samsung, SK Hynix at Center of South Korea's AI Drive
South Korea is directing investments of at least 880 billion dollars from Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix into AI infrastructure. The government considers this investment essential for the country to remain competitive during the artificial intelligence era.
OpenAI may delay its IPO to 2027 to hold out for $1tn
OpenAI is considering delaying its initial public offering until 2027 to achieve a $1 trillion valuation. Sam Altman has reportedly rejected earlier listing timelines in pursuit of this higher valuation target.
‘Samsung would never do that’: new Galaxy Z Fold 8 name surfaces online, but fans aren't convinced it’s legit
Case images for a potential new Samsung foldable device have surfaced online with a different name than expected. The leaked case designs suggest a wider form factor for the upcoming device, though authenticity remains unclear.
The businesses paying for AI aren't going back
Small businesses are maintaining their AI subscriptions rather than cancelling them, indicating sustained spending on the technology. Companies cite productivity gains and cost savings as reasons they continue paying for these services despite initial skepticism.
Morocco overtakes South Africa as Africa’s top industrial power
Morocco has surpassed South Africa as Africa's leading industrial power. The shift reflects Morocco's manufacturing growth while South Africa's electric vehicle development remains behind regional competitors.