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Sony's PS5 Sales Plunge 46% as Price Hikes and Memory Crisis Bite
Sony's PS5 sales have plummeted, with only 1.5 million consoles sold in the fourth fiscal quarter, a 46 percent drop year over year.
The Verge
May 08, 2026·1 min read
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Nintendo Hikes Switch 2 Prices Globally Citing Market Changes
Nintendo is raising the price of its Switch 2 console worldwide, citing market changes, and expects a sales drop over the next year.
The Verge
May 08, 2026·1 min read
Big Tech
Instagram Switches Off Private Messaging Feature
Instagram users will no longer be able to send ultra-private direct messages as the platform switches off end-to-end encryption globally.
BBC Technology
May 07, 2026·1 min read
Big Tech
Disney Eyes Unified 'Super App' to Combine Disney+ and More
Disney executives are exploring a potential 'super app' that could merge Disney+ with other Disney apps, such as Disneyland Resort and Disney Cruise Line Navigator.
TechCrunch
May 07, 2026·1 min read
Big Tech
DHS Can't Create Vast DNA Database to Track ICE Critics, Lawsuit Says
Four protesters are suing to stop DHS and the FBI from seizing DNA samples from Americans arrested while peacefully protesting Immigration and Customs Enforcement activity.
Ars Technica
May 07, 2026·1 min read
Big Tech
Canvas Restored Online After ShinyHunters' Data Breach Threat
Canvas, a learning management platform owned by Instructure, has been restored online after a massive data breach threatened to leak sensitive student information.
The Verge
May 07, 2026·1 min read
Big Tech
Apple's AirPods with AI-Powered Cameras Near Production
Apple's rumored AirPods with cameras are nearing early mass production testing, according to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman.
The Verge
May 07, 2026·1 min read
Big Tech
Meta Sues Ofcom Over Fines Regime for Online Safety Act Breaches
Meta challenges UK regulator's fees and fines regime, claiming charges should not be based on global revenue.
The Guardian Technology
May 07, 2026·1 min read
Big Tech
Meta brings High Court challenge over Ofcom fees
Meta, parent company of Facebook and Instagram, challenges UK media regulator Ofcom in High Court over fees and potential fines under Online Safety Act.
BBC Technology
May 07, 2026·1 min read
Big Tech
Google Unveils Screenless Fitbit Air and Google Health App
Google debuts a screenless wearable, the Fitbit Air, and a new Google Health app, marking a return to the early days of fitness tracking.
Ars Technica
May 07, 2026·1 min read
Big Tech
Elon Musk Tried to Hire OpenAI Founders to Lead AI Lab Inside Tesla
Elon Musk attempted to recruit OpenAI's founding team, including Sam Altman, to lead a new AI lab within Tesla in 2018.
Ars Technica
May 07, 2026·1 min read
Big Tech
Elon Musk’s Only Expert Witness Fears an AGI Arms Race
Elon Musk's attempt to shut down OpenAI's for-profit AI business hinges on expert witness Stuart Russell's testimony that AGI development poses significant risks.
TechCrunch
May 04, 2026·1 min read
Big Tech
The Pixel 11 Could Suffer from a Downgrade Due to RAM Shortage
Google's upcoming Pixel 11 lineup may feature less RAM than its predecessors due to the ongoing global RAM shortage.
The Verge
May 04, 2026·1 min read
Big Tech
Elon Musk's Ominous Texts Reveal True Intentions in OpenAI Lawsuit
Newly revealed texts show Elon Musk threatened OpenAI's leadership, suggesting they settle a lawsuit or face public backlash.
TechCrunch
May 04, 2026·1 min read
Big Tech
AMD Brings HDMI 2.1 Support to Linux, Boosting Steam Machine Prospects
AMD is making progress on adding full HDMI 2.1 compliance to its Linux amdgpu driver, paving the way for enhanced display capabilities on the Steam Machine.
Ars Technica
May 04, 2026·1 min read
Big Tech
Amazon Expands Logistics Empire, Offering Shipping Services to Rivals
Amazon is opening up its massive shipping network to other companies, competing directly with logistics giants like DHL, UPS, and FedEx.
The Verge
May 04, 2026·1 min read
Big Tech
Mac mini Starting Price Jumps to $799, Availability Issues Persist
The Mac mini's entry-level price has effectively increased to $799 as the $599 base model is removed from Apple's store, amid ongoing availability struggles for Mac desktops.
Ars Technica
May 04, 2026·1 min read
Big Tech
DHS Demanded Google Surrender Data on Canadian's Activity, Location Over Anti-ICE Posts
The Department of Homeland Security tried to obtain a Canadian man's location information and activity logs from Google after he criticized the Trump administration online.
Wired
May 04, 2026·1 min read
Big Tech
Amazon opens up its global logistics network to all businesses
Amazon is opening its global logistics network to all businesses, the company announced on Monday.
TechCrunch
May 04, 2026·1 min read
Big Tech
5 Days Only: Bring a Partner or Colleague and Get 50% Off a Second TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 Pass
For a limited time, TechCrunch is offering 50% off a second pass to Disrupt 2026 when you bring a partner or colleague.
TechCrunch
May 04, 2026·1 min read
Big Tech
GameStop Makes $56 Billion Bid to Acquire eBay
GameStop has made a $56 billion offer to acquire eBay, a move that aligns with CEO Ryan Cohen's vision to turn the online marketplace into a major competitor to Amazon.
The Verge
May 04, 2026·1 min read
Big Tech
Trump Administration Hits Brakes on 165 Wind Farms Citing National Security
The Trump administration has stalled approvals for 165 US onshore wind projects on private lands, citing national security concerns, in a major escalation of its opposition to renewable energy.
Ars Technica
May 04, 2026·1 min read
Big Tech
Hisense Slashes Prices of RGB LED TV on Release Day
Hisense has aggressively cut the price of its UR9 RGB LED TV, with discounts of up to $2,000 on release day.
The Verge
May 04, 2026·1 min read
Big Tech
AI facial recognition oversight lagging far behind technology, watchdogs warn
Exclusive: Biometrics commissioners say face-scanning not as effective as claimed and new laws needed to regulate use How does live facial recognition work and how many police forces use it?
The Guardian Technology
May 03, 2026·1 min read
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Reggie Fils-Aimé Reveals Amazon's Request That Led to Nintendo's Sales Ban
Former Nintendo of America President Reggie Fils-Aimé disclosed that Amazon once asked Nintendo to break the law, prompting the company to halt sales on the platform.
The Verge
May 03, 2026·1 min read
Big Tech
Starmer adviser held 16 undisclosed meetings with top US tech bosses
An influential UK government adviser close to Keir Starmer and Rachel Reeves held 16 secret meetings with top US tech executives, sparking concerns about 'lobbying behind closed doors'.
The Guardian Technology
May 03, 2026·1 min read
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Microsoft caught sneaking 'Co-Authored-by Copilot' into VS Code commits - even with AI off
Microsoft quietly added a 'Co-Authored-by Copilot' line to Git commits in Visual Studio Code, even for developers who had disabled AI features.
The Decoder
May 03, 2026·1 min read
Big Tech
Oscars Says AI Actors and Writing Cannot Win Awards
The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences clarifies that only human acting and writing in films are eligible for Oscar consideration.
BBC Technology
May 01, 2026·1 min read
Big Tech
Musk v. Altman week 1: Elon Musk says he was duped, warns AI could kill us all, and admits that xAI distills OpenAI’s models
Elon Musk took the stand in the landmark trial between him and OpenAI, claiming he was deceived into funding the company and warning that AI could destroy humanity.
MIT Technology Review
May 01, 2026·1 min read
Big Tech
Pentagon says US military to be an 'AI-first' fighting force
The US military plans to increase its use of artificial intelligence (AI) after the Pentagon agreed to new contracts with tech giants like Google, OpenAI, and Microsoft.
BBC Technology
May 01, 2026·1 min read
Big Tech
Elon Musk's latest Tesla pay valued at $158bn - but he can't pocket it
Tesla values Elon Musk's compensation at $158bn, but he won't receive it unless he meets ambitious milestones, including raising the company's market value to $8.5tn.
BBC Technology
May 01, 2026·1 min read
Big Tech
Cyber-Insecurity in the AI Era
The increasing use of AI in cybersecurity is highlighting the limitations of traditional security approaches, experts warn.
MIT Technology Review
May 01, 2026·1 min read
Big Tech
Spotify Adds 'Verified' Badges to Distinguish Human Artists from AI
Spotify introduces 'Verified by Spotify' badges to help users identify human artists on its platform, amid growing concerns over AI-generated music.
BBC Technology
May 01, 2026·1 min read
Big Tech
Elon Musk Appeared More Petty Than Prepared
Elon Musk takes the stand as the first witness in Musk v. Altman, but comes across as unexpectedly subdued.
The Verge
Apr 29, 2026·1 min read
Big Tech
General Motors to Integrate Google's Gemini AI into Four Million Vehicles
General Motors is bringing Google's Gemini AI assistant to around four million vehicles across the US.
The Verge
Apr 29, 2026·1 min read
Big Tech
Amazon Offers New OpenAI Products on AWS, Poaching Microsoft's Exclusive Deal
Amazon starts offering OpenAI's latest models on AWS after Microsoft's exclusive rights to OpenAI products expire.
TechCrunch
Apr 29, 2026·1 min read
Big Tech
Musk Relitigates Old Friendship in OpenAI Trial
Elon Musk's testimony in his lawsuit against OpenAI reveals a long-standing feud with Google's Larry Page over AI safety.
TechCrunch
Apr 29, 2026·1 min read
Big Tech
EU Rules Meta Failing to Keep Kids Off Facebook and Instagram
The European Commission finds Meta in breach of the Digital Services Act for not adequately preventing children under 13 from using Facebook and Instagram.
The Verge
Apr 29, 2026·1 min read
Big Tech
Amazon Prime Day 2026 is likely coming earlier. Here's everything to know so far
'ZDNET Recommends': What exactly does it mean?
ZDNet
Apr 29, 2026·1 min read
Big Tech
The Justice Department Has Destroyed Its Voting Rights Section
The Trump administration has decimated the Justice Department's Voting Section, replacing experienced lawyers with inexperienced attorneys who are aggressively pursuing lawsuits to restrict voting rights.
Wired
Apr 29, 2026·1 min read
Big Tech
Meta found in breach of EU law for failing to keep children off platforms
The European Commission says Meta does not have effective measures to keep under-13s off Facebook and Instagram
The Guardian Technology
Apr 29, 2026·1 min read
Big Tech
It's Time to Make a Plan for Nuclear Waste
The nuclear energy resurgence in the US demands a long-term solution to the growing problem of nuclear waste.
MIT Technology Review
Apr 29, 2026·1 min read
Big Tech
The Curious Case of '86': A Term's Unlikely Evolution
A little-known restaurant term '86' takes on new meanings beyond its origins in the food industry.
Ars Technica
Apr 28, 2026·1 min read
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Flesh-eating bacteria devour man's arm and leg in just three days
A 74-year-old man's limbs rapidly rotted after exposure to Florida's Gulf Coast waters, necessitating emergency medical attention.
Ars Technica
Apr 28, 2026·1 min read
Big Tech
FCC Orders Review of ABC Licenses After Kimmel Joke Offends Trump and First Lady
The FCC has launched an unusual review of ABC's broadcast licenses following a joke by Jimmy Kimmel that offended President Trump and the first lady.
Ars Technica
Apr 28, 2026·1 min read
Big Tech
Microsoft finally open sources DOS 1.0 - and it's so much more than the code
Microsoft has released the source code and notes for PC-DOS 1.00, the first DOS release for the IBM PC, providing a unique glimpse into the early days of the PC era.
ZDNet
Apr 28, 2026·1 min read
Big Tech
Why Sam Altman and his former hero Elon Musk are taking their toxic feud to court
The bitter feud between Elon Musk and OpenAI boss Sam Altman has raged for years, but has mostly played out online in the form of accusations, counter-accusations and jibes.
BBC Technology
Apr 28, 2026·1 min read
Big Tech
The Download: Musk and Altman’s legal showdown, and AI’s profit problem
Elon Musk and OpenAI CEO Sam Altman head to trial in a case that could determine OpenAI's future as a for-profit enterprise.
MIT Technology Review
Apr 28, 2026·1 min read
Big Tech
Social media restrictions for under-16s to be implemented, says minister
The UK government is committed to implementing social media restrictions for under-16s, with Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson emphasizing the need to 'make sure it works' before introducing changes.
BBC Technology
Apr 28, 2026·1 min read
Big Tech
Valve's £85 Steam Controller divides gamers ahead of May launch
Valve's new Steam Controller will be available to order from May 4, priced at £85 in the UK and $99 in the US, sparking mixed reactions from gamers.
BBC Technology
Apr 28, 2026·1 min read
Big Tech
MacBook Pro M5 review: serious power, still long battery life
The MacBook Pro M5 sets a new performance bar with more storage, new chips, and plenty of options, but now features two-tier specs depending on the processor.
The Guardian Technology
Apr 28, 2026·1 min read
Big Tech
Why Spotify has no button to filter out AI music
As AI-generated music floods streaming platforms, users and artists are calling for labels and filters, but Spotify has yet to implement them.
BBC Technology
Apr 27, 2026·1 min read
Big Tech
Microsoft and OpenAI gut their exclusive deal, freeing OpenAI to sell on AWS and Google Cloud
Microsoft and OpenAI have overhauled their exclusive partnership, allowing OpenAI to sell its products on any cloud provider, including AWS and Google Cloud, and ending Microsoft's exclusive revenue-sharing agreement.
VentureBeat
Apr 27, 2026·1 min read
Big Tech
The M5 MacBook Air Has Never Been Cheaper
The M5 MacBook Air has dropped to $949, a $150 discount from its retail price, making it one of the best laptop deals currently available.
Wired
Apr 27, 2026·1 min read
Big Tech
Cole Allen Charged With Attempting to Assassinate Trump
Cole Tomas Allen, 31, of Torrance, California, faces federal charges after attempting to breach a security checkpoint at the White House Correspondents' Dinner with firearms and knives.
Wired
Apr 27, 2026·1 min read
Big Tech
Meta Inks Deal for Solar Power at Night, Beamed from Space
Meta signs agreement with Overview Energy to beam solar power from space to power data centers at night
TechCrunch
Apr 27, 2026·1 min read
Big Tech
The Best Smart Glasses of 2026: Meta, Viture, Xreal, and More
The best smart glasses let you listen to music, answer texts hands-free, or teach you about the world, even as you're looking at it.
Wired
Apr 27, 2026·1 min read
Big Tech
The Bitter Legacy of Peter Molyneux's Crypto Gamble
Players who invested $54 million in cryptocurrency into Peter Molyneux's Legacy game are still reeling from the game's collapse and broken promises.
Ars Technica
Apr 27, 2026·1 min read
Big Tech
San Francisco Tech Companies Pay Big for Police Protection
San Francisco's tech industry is spending millions to hire police officers for protection, amid rising concerns over violent crime and safety.
Wired
Apr 27, 2026·1 min read
Big Tech
Strange New Worlds S4 teaser strikes a more serious tone
Paramount+ unveils a new teaser for the fourth season of Star Trek: Strange New Worlds at CCXP in Mexico City.
Ars Technica
Apr 26, 2026·1 min read