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Meta AI Surpasses 1 Billion Monthly Active Users, Doubling Growth in Under a Year
Artificial Intelligence
techcrunch
1 min read

Meta AI Surpasses 1 Billion Monthly Active Users, Doubling Growth in Under a Year

Meta AI has reached a major milestone with 1 billion monthly active users, doubling its user base since September 2024, as CEO Mark Zuckerberg outlines new plans for personalization and monetization.

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Tesla Begins Testing Fully Driverless Model Y Robotaxis in Austin Ahead of Schedule
Artificial Intelligence
engadget
2 min read

Tesla Begins Testing Fully Driverless Model Y Robotaxis in Austin Ahead of Schedule

Tesla has started testing driverless Model Y vehicles on Austin streets, marking a major step toward its upcoming robotaxi service launch, now running ahead of schedule.

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DeepSeek R1-0528 Launches as Open Source Rival to OpenAI o3 and Google Gemini 2.5 Pro
Artificial Intelligence
venturebeat
2 min read

DeepSeek R1-0528 Launches as Open Source Rival to OpenAI o3 and Google Gemini 2.5 Pro

DeepSeek has unveiled R1-0528, a major open-source AI model update that rivals OpenAI o3 and Google Gemini 2.5 Pro in reasoning, coding, and reliability, with new features for developers.

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China Launches Ambitious Tianwen-2 Mission to Retrieve Asteroid Samples
Science & Innovation
arstechnica
2 min read

China Launches Ambitious Tianwen-2 Mission to Retrieve Asteroid Samples

China has launched the Tianwen-2 spacecraft, aiming to collect samples from asteroid Kamoʻoalewa and later explore a mysterious comet-like object, marking a major step in its Solar System exploration.

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Apple Set to Revamp Operating System Naming with Year-Based Labels
Software & Platforms
techcrunch
1 min read

Apple Set to Revamp Operating System Naming with Year-Based Labels

Apple is reportedly shifting to year-based names for its operating systems, aiming for clearer branding across iOS, macOS, and more. The change is expected to be announced at WWDC 2025.

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Peer Unveils Global Simulation: A Real-Time Digital Earth Powered by AI Agents
Artificial Intelligence
venturebeat
4 min read

Peer Unveils Global Simulation: A Real-Time Digital Earth Powered by AI Agents

Peer launches Global Simulation, a persistent digital Earth where users and AI agents interact in real time, blending geography, avatars, and spatial computing for a new era of human-AI coexistence.

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Hermès Unveils $15,000 Luxury Wireless Headphones Inspired by Iconic Design
Hardware & Components
techradar
2 min read

Hermès Unveils $15,000 Luxury Wireless Headphones Inspired by Iconic Design

Hermès has announced its first wireless headphones, priced at $15,000 and crafted with hand-stitched leather and Kelly bag-inspired colors. Launching this summer.

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AMD Unveils Export-Compliant AI Chips for China, Radeon AI PRO 9700 Launch Set for Q3 2025
Artificial Intelligence
toms_hardware
2 min read

AMD Unveils Export-Compliant AI Chips for China, Radeon AI PRO 9700 Launch Set for Q3 2025

AMD is set to release the Radeon AI PRO 9700, an export-compliant AI chip tailored for the Chinese market, following U.S. export restrictions. The chip is expected by Q3 2025.

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Aviot Unveils World-First Tribrid Headphones With 140-Hour Battery and J-Pop Star Hyde Edition
Hardware & Components
techradar
2 min read

Aviot Unveils World-First Tribrid Headphones With 140-Hour Battery and J-Pop Star Hyde Edition

Japanese audio brand Aviot launches the WA-J1, the world's first triple-hybrid driver headphones, boasting 140 hours of battery life and a special edition in collaboration with J-pop icon Hyde.

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LTO-10 Tape Launches with 30TB Capacity as HDDs Break New Barriers
Hardware & Components
techradar
2 min read

LTO-10 Tape Launches with 30TB Capacity as HDDs Break New Barriers

The new LTO-10 tape brings 30TB native capacity to enterprise storage, while Seagate and Western Digital push hard drive limits, reshaping the future of petabyte-scale data archiving.

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Thousands of Asus Routers Compromised in Major Botnet Attack Exploiting Critical Vulnerability
Cybersecurity
techradar
2 min read

Thousands of Asus Routers Compromised in Major Botnet Attack Exploiting Critical Vulnerability

Cybersecurity researchers have discovered thousands of Asus routers hijacked in a stealthy botnet campaign, exploiting a high-severity flaw to plant persistent malware.

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Nintendo Switch 2 Introduces Effortless Screenshot and Video Uploads via Switch App
Gaming & Entertainment
techradar
2 min read

Nintendo Switch 2 Introduces Effortless Screenshot and Video Uploads via Switch App

The Nintendo Switch 2 will let players automatically upload screenshots and videos to the Switch app, making sharing and saving game moments easier than ever.

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Nintendo Switch 2 Introduces Cloud Screenshot Backups and Enhanced Mobile Features
Gaming & Entertainment
verge
2 min read

Nintendo Switch 2 Introduces Cloud Screenshot Backups and Enhanced Mobile Features

Nintendo's Switch 2 will allow users to back up screenshots and videos to the cloud, making sharing and managing game memories easier than ever through the updated Nintendo Switch App.

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Nintendo Switch App Update Streamlines Screenshot Sharing for Switch 2
Gaming & Entertainment
engadget
2 min read

Nintendo Switch App Update Streamlines Screenshot Sharing for Switch 2

Nintendo's revamped Switch App makes sharing screenshots and videos from the upcoming Switch 2 easier, adds GameChat support, and introduces new features for Zelda fans.

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GameStop Invests $500 Million in Bitcoin Amid Crypto Market Surge
Gaming & Entertainment
techcrunch
2 min read

GameStop Invests $500 Million in Bitcoin Amid Crypto Market Surge

GameStop has purchased over $500 million worth of bitcoin, joining major companies in adopting cryptocurrency as a treasury reserve asset amid shifting U.S. policy and market highs.

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Stealthy Backdoors Infect Thousands of Asus Routers Worldwide
Cybersecurity
arstechnica
2 min read

Stealthy Backdoors Infect Thousands of Asus Routers Worldwide

A sophisticated attack has compromised thousands of Asus routers with persistent backdoors, granting attackers long-term administrative access that survives reboots and firmware updates.

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Nvidia Unveils Megawatt-Scale AI Server Rack Power Architecture
Artificial Intelligence
toms_hardware
2 min read

Nvidia Unveils Megawatt-Scale AI Server Rack Power Architecture

Nvidia is set to revolutionize data center power delivery with its new 800V HVDC architecture, enabling AI server racks to handle up to 1 megawatt—five times current limits.

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LexisNexis Data Breach Exposes Sensitive Information of Over 364,000 Individuals
Cybersecurity
verge
2 min read

LexisNexis Data Breach Exposes Sensitive Information of Over 364,000 Individuals

LexisNexis Risk Solutions suffered a major data breach, exposing Social Security numbers and other personal data of more than 364,000 people after an attacker accessed its GitHub account.

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Apple Faces EU Deadline Over App Store Policy Violations
Software & Platforms
engadget
2 min read

Apple Faces EU Deadline Over App Store Policy Violations

Apple has less than 30 days to bring its App Store policies in line with the EU's Digital Markets Act or risk steep fines, as the European Commission cites ongoing anti-competitive practices.

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Odyssey Unveils AI Model for Streaming Interactive 3D Worlds
Artificial Intelligence
techcrunch
2 min read

Odyssey Unveils AI Model for Streaming Interactive 3D Worlds

Odyssey, founded by self-driving pioneers, introduces an AI model that streams interactive 3D video worlds, promising new forms of entertainment and creative collaboration.

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AMD Acquires Enosemi to Advance Silicon Photonics for AI Systems
Artificial Intelligence
techcrunch
2 min read

AMD Acquires Enosemi to Advance Silicon Photonics for AI Systems

AMD has acquired Enosemi, a Silicon Valley startup specializing in silicon photonics, to accelerate innovation in AI system data movement and co-packaged optics solutions.

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Intel LGA9324 Leak Unveils Massive 9,324-Pin Socket for Next-Gen Diamond Rapids Xeons
Hardware & Components
toms_hardware
2 min read

Intel LGA9324 Leak Unveils Massive 9,324-Pin Socket for Next-Gen Diamond Rapids Xeons

A leaked image reveals Intel's colossal LGA9324 socket, boasting 9,324 pins to support upcoming Diamond Rapids Xeon CPUs with TDPs up to 700W, signaling a major leap in server hardware.

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Nvidia Surges Past Q1 Estimates with 69% Revenue Growth Amid AI Boom
Artificial Intelligence
venturebeat
4 min read

Nvidia Surges Past Q1 Estimates with 69% Revenue Growth Amid AI Boom

Nvidia reported a 69% year-over-year revenue increase for Q1 2025, driven by soaring demand for AI chips, despite export restrictions and inventory charges related to China.

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EA Cancels Black Panther Game and Shuts Down Cliffhanger Games Studio
Gaming & Entertainment
engadget
2 min read

EA Cancels Black Panther Game and Shuts Down Cliffhanger Games Studio

EA has canceled its anticipated Black Panther game and is closing Cliffhanger Games, the studio behind it, amid company-wide layoffs and a shift away from licensed titles.

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Claude AI Launches Voice Mode with Inbox and Calendar Integration on Mobile
Artificial Intelligence
techradar
2 min read

Claude AI Launches Voice Mode with Inbox and Calendar Integration on Mobile

Anthropic's Claude AI introduces a new voice mode for its mobile app, allowing users to interact with their inbox and calendar. The feature is available to all users, with enhanced integrations for paid plans.

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Akool Live Camera Unveils Real-Time AI Video Translation, Face Swap, and Dynamic Avatars
Artificial Intelligence
venturebeat
3 min read

Akool Live Camera Unveils Real-Time AI Video Translation, Face Swap, and Dynamic Avatars

Akool Live Camera introduces real-time AI-powered video translation, face swapping, and lifelike avatars, transforming virtual meetings and live streams with hyper-realistic, interactive features.

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Lilo & Stitch Fans Outraged by Live-Action Remake's Ending, Flock Back to Disney+ Original
Gaming & Entertainment
techradar
2 min read

Lilo & Stitch Fans Outraged by Live-Action Remake's Ending, Flock Back to Disney+ Original

Disney's live-action Lilo & Stitch remake has sparked fan outrage over its altered ending, driving viewers back to the beloved 2002 animated classic on Disney+.

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Nvidia CEO Criticizes U.S. AI Chip Export Ban to China, Warns of Global Impact
Artificial Intelligence
venturebeat
2 min read

Nvidia CEO Criticizes U.S. AI Chip Export Ban to China, Warns of Global Impact

Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang voices concerns over U.S. export restrictions on AI chips to China, warning that such policies could weaken America's global tech leadership.

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Millions at Risk as Fake Facebook Ads Spread AI Video Tool Malware
Cybersecurity
techradar
2 min read

Millions at Risk as Fake Facebook Ads Spread AI Video Tool Malware

Cybercriminals are exploiting the AI video tool trend with fake Facebook ads, reaching millions and distributing malware disguised as popular AI platforms, experts warn.

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Fake Antivirus Websites Are Spreading Dangerous Malware—Here's How to Stay Safe
Cybersecurity
techradar
2 min read

Fake Antivirus Websites Are Spreading Dangerous Malware—Here's How to Stay Safe

Cybercriminals are spoofing trusted antivirus sites like Bitdefender to deliver VenomRAT malware, targeting users' credentials and cryptocurrency. Learn how to protect yourself.

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Victoria’s Secret Faces Website Outages Amid Ongoing Security Incident
Cybersecurity
techcrunch
1 min read

Victoria’s Secret Faces Website Outages Amid Ongoing Security Incident

Victoria’s Secret is grappling with website outages and disrupted online orders following a security incident, as the company works to restore operations and safeguard customer data.

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LexisNexis Risk Solutions Data Breach Exposes Personal Information of Over 360,000 Individuals
Cybersecurity
the_register
2 min read

LexisNexis Risk Solutions Data Breach Exposes Personal Information of Over 360,000 Individuals

LexisNexis Risk Solutions has disclosed a major data breach affecting over 360,000 people after attackers accessed sensitive personal data via a third-party development platform.

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Former Staffers Allege Rep. Nancy Mace Directed Use of Burner Accounts for Online Self-Promotion
Software & Platforms
wired
2 min read

Former Staffers Allege Rep. Nancy Mace Directed Use of Burner Accounts for Online Self-Promotion

Ex-staffers claim Rep. Nancy Mace instructed them to create burner social media accounts to boost her image, raising questions about tech ethics in Congress.

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Netflix Co-Founder Reed Hastings Joins Anthropic’s Board of Directors
Artificial Intelligence
techcrunch
1 min read

Netflix Co-Founder Reed Hastings Joins Anthropic’s Board of Directors

Reed Hastings, co-founder of Netflix, has joined Anthropic’s board, bringing his tech leadership to one of OpenAI’s key AI competitors. His appointment was made by Anthropic’s independent Long-Term Benefit Trust.

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New Apple TV 4K: Four Major Features Expected in the Upcoming Release
Hardware & Components
9to5mac
2 min read

New Apple TV 4K: Four Major Features Expected in the Upcoming Release

Apple is set to unveil a new Apple TV 4K later this year, featuring upgraded chips, AI-powered capabilities, improved wireless connectivity, and possibly a built-in camera.

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Amazon Slashes Prices on M4 MacBook Air: Up to $223 Off in New Record Deals
Hardware & Components
macrumors
1 min read

Amazon Slashes Prices on M4 MacBook Air: Up to $223 Off in New Record Deals

Amazon is offering up to $223 off the latest M4 MacBook Air models, including both 13-inch and 15-inch versions, setting new all-time low prices for Apple’s popular laptops.

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Nintendo Switch 2's Game-Key Cards Could Mark the End of Physical Games
Gaming & Entertainment
wired
4 min read

Nintendo Switch 2's Game-Key Cards Could Mark the End of Physical Games

Nintendo's Switch 2 introduces 'game-key cards'—physical cartridges that serve as licenses for digital downloads—potentially signaling the final chapter for traditional physical game media.

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Apple Reportedly Plans to Align OS Version Numbers With Release Years, Debuting iOS 26
Software & Platforms
engadget
1 min read

Apple Reportedly Plans to Align OS Version Numbers With Release Years, Debuting iOS 26

Apple may overhaul its OS naming system, matching version numbers to release years. Expect iOS 26, iPadOS 26, and more, with details likely revealed at WWDC on June 9.

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Apple to Skip iOS 19, Rebrands OS Lineup with Year-Based Naming
Software & Platforms
macrumors
1 min read

Apple to Skip iOS 19, Rebrands OS Lineup with Year-Based Naming

Apple is overhauling its operating system naming, moving from version numbers to year-based names like iOS 26, aiming for consistency and unified design across all platforms.

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Leaked System Prompts Reveal How Anthropic Shapes Claude 4's AI Behavior
Artificial Intelligence
arstechnica
2 min read

Leaked System Prompts Reveal How Anthropic Shapes Claude 4's AI Behavior

A new analysis uncovers hidden system prompts that guide Anthropic's Claude 4 AI, revealing how the company manages chatbot responses and ethical boundaries.

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Elon Musk: 80% Chance Starship Engine Bay Issues Are Fixed Ahead of Ninth Test Flight
Science & Innovation
arstechnica
2 min read

Elon Musk: 80% Chance Starship Engine Bay Issues Are Fixed Ahead of Ninth Test Flight

Elon Musk shares optimism about resolving Starship's engine bay problems, emphasizing the importance of data from the upcoming test flight for future Mars missions.

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Salesforce’s $8B Informatica Acquisition: Transforming Enterprise Data and Accelerating AI
Artificial Intelligence
venturebeat
3 min read

Salesforce’s $8B Informatica Acquisition: Transforming Enterprise Data and Accelerating AI

Salesforce’s $8 billion acquisition of Informatica aims to unify enterprise data management and accelerate the adoption of agentic AI, promising enhanced integration, governance, and innovation for customers.

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AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D: High-End Gaming CPU Drops Below MSRP
Hardware & Components
toms_hardware
1 min read

AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D: High-End Gaming CPU Drops Below MSRP

AMD's Ryzen 7 9800X3D, a top choice for high-end gaming, is now available below its original MSRP, signaling a positive shift in PC component pricing trends.

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Nvidia RTX 5090 Drops Below MSRP in the UK for the First Time
Hardware & Components
toms_hardware
2 min read

Nvidia RTX 5090 Drops Below MSRP in the UK for the First Time

For the first time since launch, Nvidia's GeForce RTX 5090 graphics card is available below MSRP in the UK, signaling a shift in GPU market pricing and availability.

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Texas Enacts App Store Age Verification Law Despite Apple Opposition
Software & Platforms
macrumors
2 min read

Texas Enacts App Store Age Verification Law Despite Apple Opposition

Texas has passed the App Store Accountability Act, requiring age verification and parental consent for minors on app stores, despite objections from Apple and Google.

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