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Telcos detail plan to charge Big Tech firms for access to Internet users
Telco lobby makes network-fee pitch to EU, seeks payment for "traffic delivery."
AI in your pocket: ChatGPT officially comes to iPhone with new app
App brings popular AI assistant to an official mobile client app for the first time.
The Pixel 8 Pro’s mystery sensor is… a temperature sensor?
Leaked video shows swiping the phone across your head to measure body temperature.
Microsoft could start trading ad views for “timed slices of games”
Exec says they're "experimenting" with models beyond Game Pass subscriptions.
It’s a Raspberry Pi, a BlackBerry keyboard, and a battery: It’s the Beepberry
"Don't expect something perfect," Pebble founder tells potential buyers.
Montana is first state to ban TikTok over national security concerns
TikTok vows to fight Montana ban.
Truckers are caught on the front lines of California’s EV push
By 2024, trucks bought for use in the state’s ports and rail yards must be zero-emission.
Nvidia introduces $399 RTX 4060 Ti and $299 4060 without introducing a price hike.
8GB 4060 Ti launches May 24; $499 16GB version and 4060 follow in July.
We’re effectively alone in the Universe, and that’s OK
Solitude is not a curse—it urges us to explore the mysteries of our galaxy and beyond.
What to expect from Sony’s May 24 not-E3 livestream
Spider-Man 2 and Final Fantasy XVI seem like givens—but what else will we see?
Elizabeth Holmes’ no good, very bad day: Bail denied and a bill for $452 million
Holmes will use the next 13 days to get her affairs in order, she told the court.
3D “digital twin” showcases wreck of Titanic in unprecedented detail
“This is a new phase for underwater forensic investigation and examination.”
Google’s new “inactive account” policy won’t delete years of YouTube videos
Google is going to wipe out old accounts, but not ones with YouTube videos?
Musk says he’ll keep tweeting whatever he wants, even if it repels advertisers
If the consequence of Musk’s tweeting is Twitter losing money, “so be it.”
Verizon abandons its confusing mess of six “unlimited” wireless plans
Verizon simplifies its data plans: Do you want the fast one or the slow one?
New animal family tree raises questions about the origin of nervous systems
Sponges are more closely related to us than some animals with a nervous system.
Rimac goes 0–60 in 1.74 seconds while blowing past 22 other EV records
There's a reason other hypercar companies go to Rimac for electric powertrain tech.
Logitech taps iFixit to sell mouse parts for DIY repairs
The companies will only stock MX Master and MX Anywhere mouse parts at first.
Poll: 61% of Americans say AI threatens humanity’s future
New Reuters/Ipsos poll reveals religious and political divides over AI as well.
Blizzard is “confident” that Diablo IV’s launch servers can handle the load
Recent beta tests and "server slam" weekend found many early issues, devs say.
This is catfishing on an industrial scale
Hired as customer service reps, they lure the lovestruck through a network of dating sites.
NASA’s Artemis program may face a budget crunch as costs continue to rise
"They need more than this to execute."
Elon Musk doubles-down on Tesla robotaxis in TV interview
The Tesla CEO sat down with CNBC following the car company's 2023 annual meeting.
Dealmaster: Savings on tech gift ideas for dads and grads
Our deals will help you save on gifts for the dads and grads in your life.
Malware turns home routers into proxies for Chinese state-sponsored hackers
Following in the footsteps of VPNFilter, new firmware obscures hackers' endpoints.
Long-sought universal flu vaccine: mRNA-based candidate enters clinical trial
The phase I trial will test safety and efficacy in a small number of people.
Twitter sued over Saudi spying that allegedly landed popular user in prison
Saudi Arabia became a top shareholder while its spies infiltrated Twitter.
French painters inspire new insights into the physics of soap bubbles
It's one step closer to better control of bubble size, shape for practical applications.
Apple details upcoming AI-driven iOS 17 accessibility features
You'll be able to create an AI voice for yourself, and more.
AI technology “can go quite wrong,” OpenAI CEO tells Senate
Advanced AI systems should require government licenses, GPT-4 maker's CEO says.
Wemo won’t fix Smart Plug vulnerability allowing remote operation
Tricking a plug with a too-long name could lead to buffer overflows, injections.
How hacking your Switch can lead to better Tears of the Kingdom frame rates
Pushing RAM clock past the limit eliminates memory bottlenecks in crowded scenes.
We can ID people from DNA that shows up in environmental studies
Advances in DNA sequencing mean privacy can be violated accidentally.
Google will start deleting inactive accounts after two years
Google says you'll get lots of emails before your account is deleted.
Apple autonomous driving tech secrets stolen by ex-engineer, feds say
The engineer stole thousands of documents and fled to China, according to DOJ.
Samsung and LG have finally settled on an OLED TV deal, report says
Samsung long resisted OLED TVs but will reportedly team up with rival to catch up.
Replication of high-temperature superconductor comes up empty
Researchers create the same material, see no sign of any unusual behavior.
Drobo, having stopped sales and support, reportedly files Chapter 7 bankruptcy
Company posted in January that it had "transitioned to a self-service model."
Landmark crypto rules make exchanges liable for customer losses in EU
Sweeping regulations require licenses for all crypto providers.
NBC pays $110 million to make an NFL playoff game a Peacock exclusive
The NFL is just now embracing streaming, and it's getting complicated.
Review: Framework Laptop’s 13th-gen Intel upgrade helps fix its battery problem
But for upgraders, the AMD Ryzen board will probably feel more transformative.
Tesla’s “Full Self-Driving” sees pedestrian, chooses not to slow down
Fan is gleeful about video of beta Full Self-Driving mode breaking traffic laws.
Cargo, passengers, even campers—Mercedes-Benz has a new EV van platform
Coming in 2026, Van.EA will be able to support a wide range of van applications.
Microsoft is scanning the inside of password-protected zip files for malware
If you think a password prevents scanning in the cloud, think again.
Diet sodas are not actually good for your diet, WHO guidance suggests
Artificial sweeteners don't help control weight, and that's where the problems start.
Cosmic rays reveal hidden ancient burial chamber underneath Naples
Rectangular chamber was probably the tomb of a wealthy individual or family.
Willow could be the $50 hardware piece of the DIY voice assistant puzzle
Installation is a mess, but Home Assistant-ready voice gear is sorely needed.
Musk defends enabling Turkish censorship on Twitter, calling it his “choice” [Updated]
Musk said he cannot go beyond the laws of the country to defend free speech.
Cable TV has fewest subscribers since 1992, YouTube TV is the only riser
YouTube TV is up 5 percent, and that's before NFL Sunday Ticket kicks in.
Double-screen ‘free’ TV will show you ads, even when not in use
Telly is free, but with all the data tracking, you should get paid to use it.
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