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North Korea’s Nuclear Program Reaches Tipping Point for the US

On today’s Big Take Asia podcast, how North Korea’s rapid missile buildup is challenging US defenses and reshaping regional ties.
North Korea’s Nuclear Program Reaches Tipping Point for the US

On today’s Big Take Asia podcast, how North Korea’s rapid missile buildup is challenging US defenses and reshaping regional ties.
This bank CEO let his AI clone handle an earnings call — now he's signing an OpenAI deal
It's part of Customers Bank CEO Sam Sidhu's effort to get ahead in the industry's race to transform itself using AI agents as a new digital workforce
This bank CEO let his AI clone handle an earnings call — now he's signing an OpenAI deal
It's part of Customers Bank CEO Sam Sidhu's effort to get ahead in the industry's race to transform itself using AI agents as a new digital workforce
Booking’s 2Q Guidance Misses on Middle East Impact, Shares Slide

Booking Holdings Inc reported worse-than-expected second-quarter guidance for revenue as the Middle East conflict is expected to impact travel demand through the end of June.
Booking’s 2Q Guidance Misses on Middle East Impact, Shares Slide

Booking Holdings Inc reported worse-than-expected second-quarter guidance for revenue as the Middle East conflict is expected to impact travel demand through the end of June.
G.M.’s Profit Bolstered by a $500 Million Tariff Refund

Because of a February Supreme Court decision, General Motors said it would receive refunds on some of the tariffs it had paid.
NXP Rallies After Stronger Auto Market Bolsters Forecast

NXP Semiconductors NV jumped in late trading after giving an upbeat revenue forecast, a sign the chipmaker is bouncing back from a prolonged auto industry slump and tariff uncertainties.
NXP Rallies After Stronger Auto Market Bolsters Forecast

NXP Semiconductors NV jumped in late trading after giving an upbeat revenue forecast, a sign the chipmaker is bouncing back from a prolonged auto industry slump and tariff uncertainties.
Here’s what OpenAI’s lawyer argued in his opening statement.

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Google Signs A.I. Deal With the Pentagon

The Pentagon has also signed deals for using A.I. on classified networks with OpenAI and Elon Musk’s xAI, amid a dispute with Anthropic.
South Africa withdraws its AI policy because it was AI-generated

South Africa's draft of its first national AI policy has been withdrawn upon discovery it was riddled with AI hallucinations.
Meta's new AI model shows early promise, but investors want to see Zuckerberg's strategy
Meta introduced its new AI model at the beginning of the second quarter, so Mark Zuckerberg's commentary about the future will be key during earnings.
Meta's new AI model shows early promise, but investors want to see Zuckerberg's strategy
Meta introduced its new AI model at the beginning of the second quarter, so Mark Zuckerberg's commentary about the future will be key during earnings.
Why does Elon Musk talk so much about saving humanity?

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Amazon is already offering new OpenAI products on AWS
A day after OpenAI got Microsoft to agree to end exclusive rights, AWS announced a slate of OpenAI model offerings, including a new agent service.
Musk says basis of charitable giving at stake in OpenAI lawsuit

The case over OpenAI's history and public commitments could have major implications for the future of AI.
DeFi Rescue Hurts Anti-Wall Street Pitch After $10B Run

Bloomberg's Anna Irrera joins Scarlet Fu and Tim Stenovec on "Bloomberg Crypto." Decentralized finance is in the midst of the largest coordinated rescue in its history. This comes a week after a security breach at a smal
DeFi Rescue Hurts Anti-Wall Street Pitch After $10B Run

Bloomberg's Anna Irrera joins Scarlet Fu and Tim Stenovec on "Bloomberg Crypto." Decentralized finance is in the midst of the largest coordinated rescue in its history. This comes a week after a security breach at a smal
Tech Life

Workers train AI to identify everyday objects by labelling items in photos and videos.
Kalshi Discusses Insider Trading Concerns

Robert Denault, head of enforcement at Kalshi, joins Scarlet Fu and Tim Stenovec on "Bloomberg Crypto." Prediction markets have quickly grown from a niche corner of finance to a multibillion-dollar industry with big Wall
Kalshi Discusses Insider Trading Concerns

Robert Denault, head of enforcement at Kalshi, joins Scarlet Fu and Tim Stenovec on "Bloomberg Crypto." Prediction markets have quickly grown from a niche corner of finance to a multibillion-dollar industry with big Wall
OpenAI jumps out of Microsoft's bed, into Amazon's Bedrock
Altman's gaggle of GPTs now available in limited preview in an AWS region near you OpenAI's top models are officially available on Amazon Web Services' Bedrock managed inference and agent platform.…
OpenAI Hits Back at Growth Fears, Says ‘Firing on All Cylinders’

OpenAI pushed back against concerns over its sales growth on Tuesday, saying its consumer and enterprise businesses are “firing on all cylinders” despite a report about the AI startup missing internal targets. The ChatGP
OpenAI Hits Back at Growth Fears, Says ‘Firing on All Cylinders’

OpenAI pushed back against concerns over its sales growth on Tuesday, saying its consumer and enterprise businesses are “firing on all cylinders” despite a report about the AI startup missing internal targets. The ChatGP
eToro CEO Discusses 24/7 Trading, Retail Investors

Yoni Assia, co-founder and CEO at eToro, joins Scarlet Fu and Tim Stenovec on "Bloomberg Crypto." The US Securities and Exchange Commission gave the go-ahead for sweeping changes to a restriction on day-trading activity
eToro CEO Discusses 24/7 Trading, Retail Investors

Yoni Assia, co-founder and CEO at eToro, joins Scarlet Fu and Tim Stenovec on "Bloomberg Crypto." The US Securities and Exchange Commission gave the go-ahead for sweeping changes to a restriction on day-trading activity
OpenAI’s Altman ‘stole a charity’, Musk claims as trial begins
Opening arguments kick off legal battle over whether the $850bn start-up sold out its non-profit mission
Perianne Boring Talks Bitcoin 2026, SEC's Atkin

Perianne Boring, founder and chair of The Digital Chamber, joins Scarlet Fu and Tim Stenovec on "Bloomberg Crypto." Boring discuss her conversation with SEC Chair Paul Atkins at the Bitcoin 2026 Conference in Las Vegas.
Perianne Boring Talks Bitcoin 2026, SEC's Atkin

Perianne Boring, founder and chair of The Digital Chamber, joins Scarlet Fu and Tim Stenovec on "Bloomberg Crypto." Boring discuss her conversation with SEC Chair Paul Atkins at the Bitcoin 2026 Conference in Las Vegas.
Supreme Court Appears Skeptical of Falun Gong Lawsuit Against Cisco

The court’s decision could have broader implications for lawsuits seeking to hold companies liable for international human rights abuses.
A photo booth startup just hit a million users. Here’s why a16z backed it

Inside a converted warehouse on the edge of Bushwick, a line of people waits to get their photo…
Holding Pattern As An Industry Awaits Clarity Act: Simpson

Arianna Simpson, former general partner at Andreessen Horowitz, joins Scarlet Fu and Tim Stenovec on "Bloomberg Crypto." Bitcoin was lower on Tuesday. The original cryptocurrency reached a record $126,000 in early Octobe
Holding Pattern As An Industry Awaits Clarity Act: Simpson

Arianna Simpson, former general partner at Andreessen Horowitz, joins Scarlet Fu and Tim Stenovec on "Bloomberg Crypto." Bitcoin was lower on Tuesday. The original cryptocurrency reached a record $126,000 in early Octobe
Don't pay Vect a ransom - your data's likely already wiped out
'Full recovery is impossible for anyone, including the attacker' Organizations hit by the wave of Trivy and LiteLLM supply-chain compromises that paid Vect in hopes of recovering their data likely did not get much back,
Amazon launches an AI-powered audio Q&A experience on product pages
Amazon's new "Join the chat" feature lets you ask questions about products and receive AI-powered audio responses.
Here’s what Musk’s lawyers argued in their opening statement.

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Bitcoin Up More Than 10% In April, SEC Chair Outline Crypto Plans | Bloomberg Crypto 4/28/2026

"Bloomberg Crypto" covers the people, transactions, and technology shaping the world of decentralized finance. Today's guests: Andreessen Horowitz Former General Partner Arianna Simpson, The Digital Chamber Founder and C
Bitcoin Up More Than 10% In April, SEC Chair Outline Crypto Plans | Bloomberg Crypto 4/28/2026

"Bloomberg Crypto" covers the people, transactions, and technology shaping the world of decentralized finance. Today's guests: Andreessen Horowitz Former General Partner Arianna Simpson, The Digital Chamber Founder and C
OpenAI expands Amazon deal after Microsoft loosens exclusivity terms
AWS customers will have direct access to AI lab’s most advanced models
Google Allows Pentagon to Use Its AI in Classified Military Work

Google has reached an agreement with the US Defense Department to allow its artificial intelligence systems to be used for classified military work, according to a Pentagon official, a deal that came together as research
Google Allows Pentagon to Use Its AI in Classified Military Work

Google has reached an agreement with the US Defense Department to allow its artificial intelligence systems to be used for classified military work, according to a Pentagon official, a deal that came together as research
Musk Testifies He’s Suing OpenAI to Stop ‘Looting’ of a Charity

Elon Musk testified Tuesday that he’s suing OpenAI and two of its co-founders — Sam Altman and Greg Brockman — because the startup’s pivot from a charity to a for-profit business is wrong and sets a bad examp
Musk Testifies He’s Suing OpenAI to Stop ‘Looting’ of a Charity

Elon Musk testified Tuesday that he’s suing OpenAI and two of its co-founders — Sam Altman and Greg Brockman — because the startup’s pivot from a charity to a for-profit business is wrong and sets a bad examp
AI Boom to Triple US Power Equipment Market to $65 Billion

US spending on power-plant equipment is expected to triple through 2030, primarily driven by the growth of data centers that may account for as much as 40% of total investment, according to a report Tuesday from Wood Mac
AI Boom to Triple US Power Equipment Market to $65 Billion

US spending on power-plant equipment is expected to triple through 2030, primarily driven by the growth of data centers that may account for as much as 40% of total investment, according to a report Tuesday from Wood Mac
From car and phone to tractor owners, a populist wave is rising to end the 'captive' repair economy
"Right to repair" legislation is an issue that political candidates across the U.S. have made part of their affordability messaging.
From car and phone to tractor owners, a populist wave is rising to end the 'captive' repair economy
"Right to repair" legislation is an issue that political candidates across the U.S. have made part of their affordability messaging.
What European crypto fintech needs in 2026: Not another exchange, but a clear, regulated UX for the mass market

Europe does not need another crypto exchange with more buttons, more charts, and more noise. It needs products…
Apple Weather down: Apple confirms Weather app outage

Users report that the popular iOS weather app is down on the afternoon of April 28.
Google expands Pentagon’s access to its AI after Anthropic’s refusal
After Anthropic refused to allow the DoD to use its AI for domestic mass surveillance and autonomous weapons, Google has signed a new contract with the department.
‘Stole a charity’: Elon Musk accuses Sam Altman of betrayal in courtroom showdown

Trial is culmination of a years-long feud between Musk and Altman that has become increasingly vicious The trial pitting Elon Musk against Sam Altman and OpenAI began in earnest on Tuesday with opening arguments, as lawy
Trump admin pays wind developers to quit, back fossil fuel projects
DoI offers up to $885M if they abandon offshore wind projects As the Iran war pushes up energy prices, the Trump administration is paying offshore wind developers to walk away from projects and invest instead in fossil f
Apple Readies Photo-Editing Overhaul With New AI Tools in iOS 27

Apple Inc. is planning a major overhaul of the built-in photo-editing features for the iPhone, iPad and Mac, leaning heavily on artificial intelligence to better compete with Android devices.
Apple Readies Photo-Editing Overhaul With New AI Tools in iOS 27

Apple Inc. is planning a major overhaul of the built-in photo-editing features for the iPhone, iPad and Mac, leaning heavily on artificial intelligence to better compete with Android devices.
Dynatrace to Discuss Ideas With Starboard After Firm Takes Stake

Dynatrace Inc. said it has met with Starboard Value LP and will discuss ideas with the investment firm, which recently took a stake in the tech company and began pushing for changes.
Dynatrace to Discuss Ideas With Starboard After Firm Takes Stake

Dynatrace Inc. said it has met with Starboard Value LP and will discuss ideas with the investment firm, which recently took a stake in the tech company and began pushing for changes.
Vintage chatbot lives in the past like an elderly relative
Talkie's training data stops at the end of 1930, and its creators hope it'll help us better understand how AI thinks If you're tired of interacting with a bot that spews Nazi propaganda or refers to itself as MechaHitler
Algos Are ‘Dominating’ Buy-Side Currency Trading, Report Says

Currency traders’ increasing reliance on algorithms is sparking a debate about the merits of traditional banks versus independent firms in the $9.5 trillion-a-day foreign-exchange market, a new report says.
Algos Are ‘Dominating’ Buy-Side Currency Trading, Report Says

Currency traders’ increasing reliance on algorithms is sparking a debate about the merits of traditional banks versus independent firms in the $9.5 trillion-a-day foreign-exchange market, a new report says.
OpenAI brings its models to Amazon's cloud after ending exclusivity with Microsoft
OpenAI's generative AI models are becoming available on Amazon's cloud a day after the AI company revamped its relationship with longtime partner Microsoft.
OpenAI brings its models to Amazon's cloud after ending exclusivity with Microsoft
OpenAI's generative AI models are becoming available on Amazon's cloud a day after the AI company revamped its relationship with longtime partner Microsoft.
Amazon Inks Deal with OpenAI, Plans New AWS Applications

Amazon Web Services announced a partnership with OpenAI a day after that company ended its exclusivity deal with Microsoft. Amazon also plans to sell AI-powered productivity software for the office. AWS CEO Matt Garman s
Amazon Inks Deal with OpenAI, Plans New AWS Applications

Amazon Web Services announced a partnership with OpenAI a day after that company ended its exclusivity deal with Microsoft. Amazon also plans to sell AI-powered productivity software for the office. AWS CEO Matt Garman s
IBM launches AI platform Bob to regulate SDLC costs
To regulate software delivery costs and SDLC governance, IBM is launching Bob, an AI platform built to anchor enterprise engineering. Accumulated technical debt, hybrid cloud structures, and rigid compliance requirements
FDA Plans to Speed Up Drug Trials With Real-Time Data, AI

The US Food and Drug Administration plans to cut the time it takes drug companies to test new medicines by getting more visibility into clinical trials as they’re underway.
FDA Plans to Speed Up Drug Trials With Real-Time Data, AI

The US Food and Drug Administration plans to cut the time it takes drug companies to test new medicines by getting more visibility into clinical trials as they’re underway.
Oil Giant Shell at 'Inflection Point,' Says CEO

Shell is entering an 'inflection point’ according to CEO Wael Sawan as it faces rising pressure on supply from the conflict in the Middle East and growing demand for energy. Sawan discusses the company’s latest M&A and t
Oil Giant Shell at 'Inflection Point,' Says CEO

Shell is entering an 'inflection point’ according to CEO Wael Sawan as it faces rising pressure on supply from the conflict in the Middle East and growing demand for energy. Sawan discusses the company’s latest M&A and t
Beijing’s blunt message to its tech sector
China’s ban on Meta-Manus deal is a warning to keep AI innovations at home
Defense Space Startup True Anomaly Raises $650 Million

True Anomaly has closed a $650 million Series D funding round valuing the company at $2.2 billion. The space startup is among a dozen companies recently named to work on interceptors for the Golden Dome missile defense s
Defense Space Startup True Anomaly Raises $650 Million

True Anomaly has closed a $650 million Series D funding round valuing the company at $2.2 billion. The space startup is among a dozen companies recently named to work on interceptors for the Golden Dome missile defense s
IBM's AI coding 'partner' Bob hits general availability
80,000 internal guinea pigs, Bobcoins, mainframe dreams and a name that really should have raised more flags IBM has announced global availability of Bob, the AI coding assistant - sorry partner - which it claims has del
Id tell anyone to buy the TCL QM6K mini-LED TV, so maybe you should while the 75-inch is almost 50% off

Need a recommendation for an affordable mini-LED TV? The 75-inch version of the beloved TCL QM6K is $620 off, now only $679.99.
Amazon unveils a Copilot for all your apps
Retailer touts 'teammates' and always-on context as it muscles into an already crowded enterprise market Amazon has announced two AI services pitched with typical techbro hyperbole, aimed at changing the way you work.…
The Video Clipping Machine Behind Clavicular’s Viral Fame

Videos of the influencer Clavicular are inescapable online. Social media is awash with clips of his sharp-featured face and muscular body — the result of a “looksmaxxing” regimen that can include testosterone injec
The Video Clipping Machine Behind Clavicular’s Viral Fame

Videos of the influencer Clavicular are inescapable online. Social media is awash with clips of his sharp-featured face and muscular body — the result of a “looksmaxxing” regimen that can include testosterone injec
Who are the lawyers representing Elon Musk, OpenAI and Microsoft?
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UK must seize initiative on AI or be left at its mercy, Liz Kendall says

Technology secretary speaks amid concerns country is struggling to make its own way in AI Britain must seize the initiative on artificial intelligence or be left at the “mercy and whim” of a future shaped by the technolo
Amazon to Sell OpenAI Tech After Microsoft Cedes Exclusivity

For the first three years of the artificial intelligence boom, Amazon.com Inc. watched as cloud customers seeking the latest and greatest from OpenAI took their business to Microsoft Corp.
Amazon to Sell OpenAI Tech After Microsoft Cedes Exclusivity

For the first three years of the artificial intelligence boom, Amazon.com Inc. watched as cloud customers seeking the latest and greatest from OpenAI took their business to Microsoft Corp.
The best deals on Canon cameras for content creators: Save up to $180

The Canon PowerShot V1 and Canon EOS R50 V are both on sale at Amazon for up to $180 off. Shop now to save.
Google reportedly signs classified AI deal with US Pentagon

Tech company is latest Silicon Valley firm to sign agreement with US military despite widespread employee opposition Google has reportedly signed a deal with the US Pentagon to use its artificial intelligence models for
Arguments Begin in Musk, Altman Showdown

A jury has been selected for the trial between OpenAI firm and Elon Musk, who claims the company abandoned its founding mission as a non-profit. Bloomberg Opinion columnist Dave Lee discusses the impact the case is havin
Arguments Begin in Musk, Altman Showdown

A jury has been selected for the trial between OpenAI firm and Elon Musk, who claims the company abandoned its founding mission as a non-profit. Bloomberg Opinion columnist Dave Lee discusses the impact the case is havin
Tidy up your home for less with 20% off the EcoVacs Deebot X11 Pro Omni

As of April 28, get 20% off the EcoVacs Deebot X11 Pro Omni at Amazon.
Graduates Turn to Emergency Degrees To Beat Jobs Crisis

UK graduates are turning to emergency degrees to ride out the current jobs crisis and guard against AI. Irina Anghel explains the surge in demand for master's courses. (Source: Bloomberg)
Graduates Turn to Emergency Degrees To Beat Jobs Crisis

UK graduates are turning to emergency degrees to ride out the current jobs crisis and guard against AI. Irina Anghel explains the surge in demand for master's courses. (Source: Bloomberg)
CDK Debt Prices Splinter After Failed Challenge to Creditor Pact

At Brookfield Business Partners-backed CDK Global, a rare, failed attempt by one creditor group to challenge another has fractured the market for the software company’s roughly $5.5 billion debt pile.
CDK Debt Prices Splinter After Failed Challenge to Creditor Pact

At Brookfield Business Partners-backed CDK Global, a rare, failed attempt by one creditor group to challenge another has fractured the market for the software company’s roughly $5.5 billion debt pile.
The Skullcandy Crusher Evo headphones are over half off at Amazon — save $110

The Skullcandy Crusher Evo headphones are on sale at Amazon for $99.99, down from the standard price $209.99. That's a 52% discount.
Elon Musk Assails Sam Altman on Social Media Before OpenAI Trial

Mr. Musk’s posts on X have pushed his narrative that OpenAI has lost its way.
Lovable launches its vibe-coding app on iOS and Android
The app allows developers to vibe code web apps and websites on the go.
Here Are the Key Players in the OpenAI Trial

Elon Musk, Sam Altman and several other key artificial intelligence industry figures are slated to testify in the trial, which is expected to last several weeks.
US Ends Investigation Into Claims WhatsApp Chats Aren’t Private

A US agency abruptly closed an investigation into allegations that Meta Platforms Inc. can access encrypted WhatsApp messages, said two people familiar with the matter, ending a law enforcement inquiry into claims that c
US Ends Investigation Into Claims WhatsApp Chats Aren’t Private

A US agency abruptly closed an investigation into allegations that Meta Platforms Inc. can access encrypted WhatsApp messages, said two people familiar with the matter, ending a law enforcement inquiry into claims that c
An OpenAI phone with agents instead of apps joins the hardware rumor mill

An OpenAI phone with agents instead of apps joins hardware rumor mill
Upgrade your gaming PC with the Alienware 34 240Hz QD-OLED for the lowest price weve seen

As of April 28, get the Alienware 34 240Hz QD-OLED for the lowest price we've seen.
OpenAI Trial Judge Lectures Musk, Altman on Trading Social Media Barbs

The judge overseeing a high-profile court case between Elon Musk and OpenAI has asked the tech executives involved in the legal battle to refrain from posting too much on social media, one day after the world’s richest p
OpenAI Trial Judge Lectures Musk, Altman on Trading Social Media Barbs

The judge overseeing a high-profile court case between Elon Musk and OpenAI has asked the tech executives involved in the legal battle to refrain from posting too much on social media, one day after the world’s richest p
Blue Apron’s Meal Maker Files Bankruptcy After Food Recalls

FreshRealm, the exclusive maker of meal kits for Blue Apron, filed for bankruptcy with plans to sell its assets and settle a food-recall dispute that helped pressure the company into seeking court protection from credito
Blue Apron’s Meal Maker Files Bankruptcy After Food Recalls

FreshRealm, the exclusive maker of meal kits for Blue Apron, filed for bankruptcy with plans to sell its assets and settle a food-recall dispute that helped pressure the company into seeking court protection from credito
Space-based intelligence startup HawkEye 360 targets $2.4B NYSE IPO: report

HawkEye 360, a signals intelligence company based in Herndon, Virginia, has started its initial public offering and hopes…
Valve Steam Controller: What reviewers are saying, how to get your hands on one

Valve's new Steam Controller is almost here and reviewers are into it. So, how do you get one?
UK.gov's DCMS to new CDIO: Migrate from Google to Microsoft, overhaul ERP, build a team
£125k and a pension await whoever can herd 6 departments onto single platform without losing will to live Later today, prospective candidates will log onto a UK government call to convince themselves that £125k a year is
Why Sam Altman and his former hero Elon Musk are taking their toxic feud to court

The battle between the AI big hitters has largely played out on social media. Now it is coming to the courtroom.
This trial comes amid a growing national backlash against A.I.

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Snap up the best deals on Monster portable speakers

As of April 28, these are some of the best deals on Monster portable speakers.
New Samsung Galaxy smart glasses reportedly leaked

Codenamed Jinju, the first Samsung smart glasses are expected to be announced in late 2026 and run on the Android XR platform.
What are Elon Musk’s claims against Altman and OpenAI?

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The 34-inch ultrawide Asus Rog Strix OLED gaming monitor is back at its lowest price ever — save $250 at Amazon

The 34-inch ultrawide Asus Rog Strix OLED gaming monitor is on sale at Amazon for $749, down from the list price of $999. That's a 25% discount.
Have I Been Pwned claims Pitney Bowes hit by 8.2M email address leak
Names, phone numbers, physical addresses also included in Shiny Hunters alleged data dump Logistics technology company Pitney Bowes, which makes franking machines for US postage, is the latest scalp claimed by ShinyHunte
OpenAI's revenue, growth estimates fall short as company races toward IPO: Report
Hundreds of billions in datacenter computing deals are closely tied to OpenAI
OpenAI's revenue, growth estimates fall short as company races toward IPO: Report
Hundreds of billions in datacenter computing deals are closely tied to OpenAI
Oakland, which is playing host to the trial, is not exactly known as a tech hub.

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Here’s the contentious history behind OpenAI.

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Spotify stock plummets after earnings beat expectations as guidance disappoints
The Swedish audiostreamer's soft guidance overshadowed an earnings beat.
Spotify stock plummets after earnings beat expectations as guidance disappoints
The Swedish audiostreamer's soft guidance overshadowed an earnings beat.
Match Group invests $100M in Sniffies, plotting a Hinge-style acquisition in the LGBTQ+ market: report

Match Group has invested $100 million in Sniffies, a map-based platform for non-heterosexual men, reports Bloomberg. The company…
Spotify shares slump as investors fret about impact of price rises
Music streamer forecasts weaker subscriber growth and profits
YouTube is testing an AI-powered search feature that shows guided answers
YouTube is rolling out the new AI search feature to Premium subscribers in the U.S. on an opt-in basis.
Despite proposed science cuts, NASA boss says 'We haven't canceled anything yet'
That 'yet' is sure doing a lot of heavy lifting if the budget for science is slashed NASA administrator Jared Isaacman has appeared before the US House Appropriations Committee to explain the proposed Trump administratio
The personal pettiness of the Elon Musk v OpenAI trial

In theory, Musk and Altman’s court fight could pose key questions about AI safety – in reality, it’s motivated by money and personal grievance Sign up for the TechScape newsletter: our free technology email Hello, and we
Forest rides away with £40M from OKAI to power London e-bike boom

London-based micromobility company Forest has raised an additional £27 million, bringing its total Series B funding to £40…
BCI startup Neurable looks to license its ‘mind-reading’ tech for consumer wearables
The startup specializes in "non-invasive" "mind-reading" tech — a kind of neural data collection that, its CEO hopes, will have all sorts of consumer applications.
Reddit may need to sell its soul for scale
Losing on aggregate, or backpage of the internet?
What it really takes to enter Canada’s regulated gaming market

The regulation of the online gaming industry in Ontario in 2022 marked a massive opening in a very…
Data Center-Tied Debt Slides as OpenAI Report Fuels Angst

US corporate debt linked to data-center firms fell Tuesday as fears that the AI borrowing boom won’t pay off were reignited by a report that OpenAI missed internal user and sales targets.
Data Center-Tied Debt Slides as OpenAI Report Fuels Angst

US corporate debt linked to data-center firms fell Tuesday as fears that the AI borrowing boom won’t pay off were reignited by a report that OpenAI missed internal user and sales targets.
The evolution of encoders: From simple models to multimodal AI
When people talk about artificial intelligence, they usually focus on what it produces: Human-like text, stunning images, or eerily accurate recommendations. What rarely gets attention is how AI understands anything in t
Tenstorrent’s Galaxy Blackhole AI servers escape the event horizon
RISC-V-based systems pack 32 Blackhole accelerators in a 6U, $110K chassis Tenstorrent on Tuesday announced the general availability of its Galaxy Blackhole AI compute platform.…
Red Hat’s OpenClaw maintainer just made enterprise Claw deployments a lot safer
Tank OS puts OpenClaw AI agents into a container that lets it run reliably and more safely, especially for those running fleets of them.
Dark mode is coming to Kindle Colorsoft e-readers — plus, Smart Shapes added to Kindle notebooks

Amazon is launching two new features for Kindle devices. Dark mode is coming to Kindle Colorsoft e-readers. Plus, Smart Shapes is coming to Kindle Scribe e-readers to help you draw neat lines and shapes.
Brussels orders Google to share Android's AI sandbox with the other kids
DMA enforcers want rival assistants to get same deep device access as Gemini Those pencil pushers at the European Commission are drawing up measures to ensure Google opens up its Android smartphone platform to something
EV battery maker CATL eyes $5B raise to fund expansion: report

Contemporary Amperex Technology Co., also known as CATL, the world’s largest maker of EV batteries, has raised $5…
The ASUS TUF Gaming F16 gaming laptop is down to a record-low price at Amazon — now $400 off

Amazon drops ASUS TUF Gaming F16 to $899.99, letting you save $400 on a 2025 RTX 5050 gaming laptop with a 165Hz display.
The Fire TV Stick 4K Max has dipped below $40 at Amazon — act fast to save $20

As of April 28, the Fire TV Stick 4K Max is on sale for $39.99 at Amazon. This is 33% off its list price of $59.99.
Tech's hyperscalers face Wall Street for first time since U.S. Iran war sent oil prices soaring
Wall Street is optimistic about big tech companies and their data center construction plans, despite a memory shortage and the Iran war.
Tech's hyperscalers face Wall Street for first time since U.S. Iran war sent oil prices soaring
Wall Street is optimistic about big tech companies and their data center construction plans, despite a memory shortage and the Iran war.
Otter’s new feature lets users search across their enterprise tools
With this launch, users can connect their Gmail, Google Drive, Notion, Jira, and Salesforce accounts and query that data along with existing meeting data. The company said that it will soon allow connections with Microso
Musk and Altman go to trial, GM earnings, Spotify's fitness push and more in Morning Squawk
Here are five key things investors need to know to start the trading day.
Musk and Altman go to trial, GM earnings, Spotify's fitness push and more in Morning Squawk
Here are five key things investors need to know to start the trading day.
Space security company True Anomaly secures $650M led by Eclipse and Riot Ventures, hits $2.2B valuation

Colorado-based defence aerospace unicorn True Anomaly has raised $650 million in a Series D funding round, lifting its…
Taylor Swift wants to trademark her voice and image. What will it mean for AI?

Taylor Swift has reportedly filed to trademark her voice and image, in a move that could give her legal standing against AI deepfakes.
SquareMind raises $18M led by Sonder Capital for its full-body skin-scanning robot

SquareMind, an AI and medical robotics company based in Paris, has raised $18 million, including some undisclosed pre-Series…
Two men charged over series of arson attacks on 5G masts
Pair accused of creating literal flame war as bonkers conspiracy theories grow Two men face charges over a series of arson attacks on 5G masts spanning two years following a Police Service of Northern Ireland (PSNI) inve
Score T-Mobiles 5G home internet for free with up to $200 cash back — how to claim now

T-Mobile is offering a month free of its 5G home internet on all three of its plans and up to $200 cash back when you sign up.
OpenAI is building an AI agent smartphone to rival the iPhone by 2028: report

OpenAI is working on a smartphone that centres on AI agents rather than regular apps, according to a…
Social media restrictions for under-16s even if no ban, minister says

The government is consulting on changes as a new social media law goes through its final Parliamentary stages.
Microsoft Outlook for iOS still down and out for many after 'service change'
Sign-in failures, unexpected sign-outs... just another day for users Users of Microsoft Outlook on iOS are continuing to experience outages more than 24 hours after glitches first surfaced, despite Microsoft's assurances
If it feels like the world is rejecting science and truth, here are five ways to fight back | Helen Pearson

All of us can choose to consider facts, not vibes, in our next decision. One simple hack is go and look up some easily accessible peer-reviewed studies Helen Pearson is an editor for Nature and author of Beyond Belief: H
SUSE's sovereignty pitch meets an inconvenient $6 billion question
Linux vendor touts European independence at SUSECON as majority stakeholder quietly explores its options European-based SUSE devoted much of the annual SUSECON event to its sovereignty-focused pitch - even as reports swi
‘Half-amused, half-ashamed’: the employees facing phone bans at work
Some companies are asking staff to lock devices in pouches to remove distractions and protect data
Kakao Mobility details Level 4 autonomous driving roadmap for physical AI
Kakao Mobility has set out plans to develop Level 4 autonomous driving technologies in-house as part of its physical AI strategy. Kim Jin-kyu, vice president and head of Kakao Mobility’s Physical AI division, presented t
Lightelligence’s 400% debut is a bet that AI’s next bottleneck is the optical interconnect
When a company with US$15.5 million in annual revenue debuts on a stock exchange and its market capitalisation briefly hits US$10 billion, the obvious question is: what do investors know that the financials don’t show ye
True Anomaly raises $650 million to support space interceptors for Trump's Golden Dome
True Anomaly, a four-year-old startup, plans to use the funding to scale manufacturing and double its workforce by the end of the year.
True Anomaly raises $650 million to support space interceptors for Trump's Golden Dome
True Anomaly, a four-year-old startup, plans to use the funding to scale manufacturing and double its workforce by the end of the year.
The Hisense 75-inch QD7 TV has dropped to its lowest-ever price at Amazon — save almost $100

Find the best deal on TV. Save 15% on the Hisense 75-inch QD7 at Amazon.
Valve's £85 Steam Controller divides gamers ahead of May launch

The pad will be compatible with PCs, Valve's handheld console, the Steam Deck as well as its upcoming gaming PC.
Tell us: have you become emotionally attached to AI?

We would like to hear from people who converse with AI chatbots on a personal level Lots of people now use chatbots as personal assistants, sometimes to the extent that they have formed an emotional attachment to them. W
Locked, stocked, and losing budget: AI vendor lock-in bites back
Execs in the C-suite thought they could swap models in a week. They were hallucinating Opinion The days when you could jump from one frontier AI model to another at the drop of a hat are going away as vendor lock-in star
The Bose QuietComfort Ultra headphones are $50 off at Amazon — buy now for under $300

Find the best headphones deal at Amazon. Save $50 on theBose QuietComfort Ultra Headphones at Amazon.
UK govt dept sent a document 'in error.' Now it's being used in a £370M contract lawsuit
Comparison between 2 vendors was never meant to be seen ... or made The UK's pensions and welfare ministry has slammed its outsourcing provider, SSCL, for sharing a document the department says it "inadvertently provided
Stuff Your Kindle Day is back — download free romance book in this 1-day event

The latest Stuff Your Kindle Day is live on April 28. The Romance Book Blast, hosted by Romance Booklovers, is offering romance books from a number of sub-genres.
Internet Restrictions Spur Russians to Openly Question Putin’s Moves

From beauty influencers to the token political opposition, Russians are openly questioning President Vladimir V. Putin’s moves to hamstring access.
Verizon is offering up the Samsung Galaxy S26+ for free — how to claim this offer

How to get the Samsung Galaxy S26+ for free with Verizon.
What Elon Musk’s Clash With Sam Altman of OpenAI Is Really About

Mr. Musk’s lawsuit against Mr. Altman and OpenAI makes the case that all-encompassing greed is Silicon Valley’s defining feature.
‘They’re supposed to be handmade’: zine creators fight to resist AI influence

Artists and writers argue scrappy nature of self-published booklets is incompatible with artificial intelligence The self-published zine has long been central to cultural revolutions, from queer activism to Black feminis
New phishing scam targets your FOMO with fake party invitations

A New York Times report has uncovered a new phishing scam that involves phoney party invites that steal your password data.
Get more out of the Mac you already own with this $25 tool

Make your Mac even more productive with this lifetime license to MacMagic
OpenAI-Linked Stocks Slump on Report It Missed Key Targets

A constellation of artificial-intelligence stocks dropped after OpenAI reportedly failed to meet its sales and user targets, rekindling doubts that the hundreds of billions of dollars that big companies are plowing into
OpenAI-Linked Stocks Slump on Report It Missed Key Targets

A constellation of artificial-intelligence stocks dropped after OpenAI reportedly failed to meet its sales and user targets, rekindling doubts that the hundreds of billions of dollars that big companies are plowing into
AT&T is handing over the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL for free — how to score this free deal

How to get the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL for free at AT&T.
T-Mobile is giving away the Apple iPhone 17 Pro for free right now — how to qualify

How to get free iPhone. Get the Apple iPhone 17 Pro for free from T-Mobile when you trade in an eligible device and sign up for an Experience Beyond or Go5G Next plan.
'Draconian development' in Meta-Manus deal draws the line in China's AI race with the U.S.
Beijing's decision to block Meta's acquisition of Manus is a warning to other startups thinking of relocating data, talent and intellectual property abroad.
'Draconian development' in Meta-Manus deal draws the line in China's AI race with the U.S.
Beijing's decision to block Meta's acquisition of Manus is a warning to other startups thinking of relocating data, talent and intellectual property abroad.
Apples foldable phone now has a name, report claims

Apple's first foldable phone will be called "iPhone Ultra", according to a new report.
Australia threatens tech companies with 2.25 percent tax if they don’t pay publishers
Last time an idea like this came up, Meta packed up its toys and went home Australia has come up with a new way to ensure social media and search companies pay to support journalism: a 2.25 percent tax on revenue that’s
Meta, Google, OpenAI among Big Tech firms seeing top staff leaving to launch AI startups
Former employees at AI giants are raising hundreds of millions of dollars from investors months on from launching.
Meta, Google, OpenAI among Big Tech firms seeing top staff leaving to launch AI startups
Former employees at AI giants are raising hundreds of millions of dollars from investors months on from launching.
Tech giants face new levy to pay for Australian news as Meta calls position ‘simply wrong’

Google also rejects need for reform after Albanese government reveals draft news bargaining incentive scheme Follow our Australia news live blog for latest updates Get our breaking news email , free app or daily news pod
‘AI deflation’ comes to India’s tech services giants and puts downward pressure on revenue
Headcounts, however, are mostly holding up AI is beginning to make a dent in the business models of India’s big four technology services giants…
China blocks Meta's $2 billion takeover of AI startup Manus
China said Monday it has decided to block Meta's $2 billion acquisition of Manus, a Singaporean AI startup with Chinese roots.
China blocks Meta's $2 billion takeover of AI startup Manus
China said Monday it has decided to block Meta's $2 billion acquisition of Manus, a Singaporean AI startup with Chinese roots.
Middle East war boosts ship-tracking app as millions follow maritime traffic
Kpler reports surging demand from governments, traders and media watching ships and energy flows
Rivian is bringing software-as-a-service to the road
Electric-vehicle maker wants to license its code for other carmakers
The great American data centre divide
Many rural communities are viscerally opposed to AI infrastructure, putting them at odds with the White House
Private equity deals where the seller is also the buyer
Investors question if some institutions rubber-stamp deals that could benefit other businesses
Humanoid robots to become baggage handlers in Japan airport experiment

Japan Airlines will introduce the robots for trial run at a Tokyo airport amid country’s surge in inbound tourism and worsening labour shortages Japan’s famously conscientious but overburdened baggage handlers will soon
China blocks Zuck’s acquisition of AI outfit Manus
Back to the drawing board for Meta's AI ambitions China has blocked Meta’s acquisition of AI upstart Manus.…
Microsoft and OpenAI Loosen Their Partnership

Microsoft, OpenAI’s biggest financial partner, will continue to license the start-up’s technology but will no longer be its exclusive licensee.
China blocks Meta’s $2bn purchase of AI group Manus
Regulators had reviewed whether deal violated Beijing’s investment rules
Microsoft's GitHub shifts to metered AI billing amid cost crisis
The all-you-can-eat AI buffet is coming to an end Microsoft is closing the AI buffet offered to GitHub Copilot customers, acknowledging that it can’t sell AI like Red Lobster's Endless Shrimp.…
Ongoing supply-chain attack 'explicitly targeting' security, dev tools
Vendor confirms repo data exposure after Lapsus$ claims source code, secrets dump Software security testing outfit Checkmarx has become the latest organization caught up in an ongoing attack on security-tool providers. T
OpenAI shakes up partnership with Microsoft, capping revenue share payments
Things have changed since Microsoft and OpenAI announced a broad agreement following OpenAI's restructuring in October.
OpenAI shakes up partnership with Microsoft, capping revenue share payments
Things have changed since Microsoft and OpenAI announced a broad agreement following OpenAI's restructuring in October.
Why Spotify has no button to filter out AI music

Music streamer Deezer allows users to filter out AI music, so why does Spotify not offer the same?
Judge in Musk v. Altman seats nine-person jury. Opening arguments start Tuesday
The Musk v. Altman trial kicked off at a federal courthouse in Oakland, California, with jury selection followed by opening arguments.
Judge in Musk v. Altman seats nine-person jury. Opening arguments start Tuesday
The Musk v. Altman trial kicked off at a federal courthouse in Oakland, California, with jury selection followed by opening arguments.
Cramer calls blistering rally in chip stocks 'worrisome.' How he's protecting his portfolio
CNBC's Jim Cramer explained that the recent run-up in AI related stocks may be a warning sign about the broader market.
Cramer calls blistering rally in chip stocks 'worrisome.' How he's protecting his portfolio
CNBC's Jim Cramer explained that the recent run-up in AI related stocks may be a warning sign about the broader market.
Jim Cramer says this could be the biggest threat to the market’s rally
CNBC's Jim Cramer warned that looming IPOs could drain liquidity from other parts of the market.
Jim Cramer says this could be the biggest threat to the market’s rally
CNBC's Jim Cramer warned that looming IPOs could drain liquidity from other parts of the market.
The Musk-Altman trial is already spilling the tea. Heres how.

The legal feud between billionaire frienemies Elon Musk and Sam Altman over ownership of OpenAI is about to explode in court.
Micron and Sandisk continue rally as demand for memory expected to persist
Shares of Micron and Sandisk jumped after Melius Research said in a report that demand for memory will remain strong through the end of the decade.
Micron and Sandisk continue rally as demand for memory expected to persist
Shares of Micron and Sandisk jumped after Melius Research said in a report that demand for memory will remain strong through the end of the decade.
OpenAI and Microsoft loosen ties in revised AI deal
Companies redraw $135bn alliance as ChatGPT maker seeks greater independence to increase revenues
Hackers got data on 5.5 million ADT customers by phishing, report says

ShinyHunters claimed responsibility for an ADT "pay or leak" data breach that impacts 5.5 million security customers.
Cursor-Opus agent snuffs out startup’s production database
Relax, the data's been recovered. Continue with your vibe coding Jer (Jeremy) Crane, the founder of automotive SaaS platform PocketOS, spent the weekend recovering from a data extinction event caused by the company's AI
Medical and utility tech companies admit digital breakins
Itron, Medtronic disclose breaches in Friday filings Digital intruders recently broke into two major tech suppliers - utility-technology firm Itron and medical-device maker Medtronic - according to filings with federal r
Trump's Golden Dome gets $3.2B of contractors and an AI sprinkle
Space Force awards 11 firms prototype deals to build orbital interceptors The United States Space Force (USSF) has awarded eleven companies contracts to develop space-based interceptors for President Trump's Golden Dome
Elon Musk and Sam Altman face off in court over OpenAI’s founding mission

Musk’s lawsuit accuses Altman of fraud, while OpenAI says that Musk is ‘motivated by jealousy’ A trial between two of Silicon Valley’s biggest tycoons kicked off on Monday in California, the culmination of a years-long b
The Navy's autonomous carrier-based refueling drone has finally flown
After missing its 2025 target, Boeing's MQ-25A Stingray is one step closer to a carrier deck The US Navy’s current carrier-based refueling aircraft may soon be getting help, as Boeing has completed the first flight of it
Sergey Brin Moves to the Right, With a ‘MAGA Girlfriend’ by His Side

After once backing liberal causes, the Google co-founder has praised President Trump, donated to Republicans and spent $57 million to try to block a California billionaire tax.
LG W6 Wallpaper vs. The Frame Pro: Why is the Wallpaper TV so expensive?

The LG Wallpaper TV costs $5,499.99 — much, much more than The Frame Pro. However, we rarely see an OLED art TV. Let's break the price down.
The crypto-to-AI bandwagon jumpers' club just landed another member: Core Scientific
They were doing it in Texas... Core Scientific is trading coins for tokens, revealing plans on Monday to convert a 300-megawatt bitcoin mining operation in Pecos, Texas, to an 1.5 gigawatt AI datacenter campus.…
An AI agent allegedly deleted a startups production database, causing a huge outage

The founder of rental software company PocketOS claimed that an AI agent put their business out of commission for 30 hours.
Used camera shopping tips and tricks
Learn how to buy a used camera with expert tips. Find deals online and in stores while avoiding common mistakes.
Apple’s MacBook Neo just made your laptop-style iPad obsolete
MacBook Neo challenges the iPad as Apple’s best budget option. Here’s why using an iPad like a laptop may be a costly mistake.
DJI Osmo Pocket 4 Live Q&A
CNET’s Andrew Lanxon shares DJI Osmo Pocket 4 first impressions in a live Q&A. See features, performance, and audience questions.
Why this phone company is now a robot company
Honor’s humanoid robot Flash breaks a half-marathon record. Here’s why the smartphone company is moving into robotics.
Inside Frameworks new Laptop 13 Pro and wireless keyboard
Framework unveils the Laptop 13 Pro with a new design, Intel Core Ultra Series 3 chips, and over 20 hours of battery life.
New Wall Street research touts our long-held view on AI and cybersecurity stocks
CrowdStrike won fresh Wall Street support as analyst said rising AI-driven cyber threats increase demand for the company's security platform.
New Wall Street research touts our long-held view on AI and cybersecurity stocks
CrowdStrike won fresh Wall Street support as analyst said rising AI-driven cyber threats increase demand for the company's security platform.
OpenAI ends Microsoft legal peril over its $50B Amazon deal
OpenAI has won major concessions from its largest shareholder, Microsoft, that will allow it to sell products on AWS, while Microsoft gets more cash in a revenue-share agreement.
Former Google DeepMind researcher's AI startup raises record $1.1 billion seed funding to pursue superintelligence
Ineffable Intelligence has emerged from stealth with a $5.1 billion valuation.
Former Google DeepMind researcher's AI startup raises record $1.1 billion seed funding to pursue superintelligence
Ineffable Intelligence has emerged from stealth with a $5.1 billion valuation.
DeepMind’s David Silver just raised $1.1B to build an AI that learns without human data
Ineffable Intelligence, a British AI lab founded a mere few months ago by former DeepMind researcher David Silver, has raised $1.1 billion in funding at a valuation of $5.1 billion.
South Africa yanks AI policy after AI-assisted drafting invents citations
Eish shame man! Maybe you shouldn't ask AI to set the rules for AI use? South Africa has pulled its draft national AI policy after discovering that it was citing sources that exist only in the fertile imagination of a ch
Prediction markets prepare to invade one of crypto’s biggest and riskiest trades
There’s a land grab underway in the U.S. for perpetual futures, one of the biggest and riskiest parts of crypto — and prediction markets want a piece of it.
Prediction markets prepare to invade one of crypto’s biggest and riskiest trades
There’s a land grab underway in the U.S. for perpetual futures, one of the biggest and riskiest parts of crypto — and prediction markets want a piece of it.
Sadiq Khan may try to stop Scotland Yard signing Palantir contract

Exclusive: Mayor raises concerns about using public money to support firms ‘who act contrary to London’s values’ Sadiq Khan may oppose Scotland Yard using Palantir’s AI systems to process criminal intelligence because of
Samsungs ultra-sleek Galaxy Book5 Pro 360 just got a $450 price cut

As of April 27, you can get the 16-inch Samsung Galaxy Book5 Pro 360 Copilot+ PC for $1,549.99 at Amazon, down from $1,999.99.
Friendster rises from the grave to make social media great again
No ads, no algorithm, and you actually have to physically tap phones to add a friend It's been more than a decade since social media platform Friendster went dark, but a new owner has brought it back from the dead - sort
Its never been this cheap to snag the Eufy E15 robot lawn mower — save $850 at Amazon

The Eufy E15 robot lawn mower is on sale at Amazon for $949.99, down from the list price of $1,799.99. That's a 50% discount.
Elon Musk and Sam Altman Bring OpenAI Trial Spectacle to Oakland

Oakland, Calif., where Elon Musk’s trial against OpenAI and its chief executive, Sam Altman, starts on Monday, is not exactly known as a hub of the tech industry.
Users say new iPhones struggle to turn back on after the battery dies, despite recharging

Users are complaining that Apple's iPhone 17 lineup, plus the iPhone Air, struggles to turn back on after the battery dies.
Meta’s Chinese stumble suggests declining tolerance for shades of grey
Tech-related capital flows have benefited from decades of ambiguity, but AI changes the calculus
AI reality check: Here's what three companies learned building wallets, homes, and games
Executives from Citi, Home Depot, and Capcom describe early work with AI agents While AI agents have moved from experimental tools to customer-facing workers in a matter of months, the next challenge is governance and re
Taylor Swift files trademarks for voice and image amid concern over AI misuse

The singer’s company filed three applications on Friday after Matthew McConaughey launched similar strategy Taylor Swift has filed applications to trademark her voice and image in a move seemingly designed to protect aga
Investors back Skye’s AI home screen app for iPhone ahead of launch
Skye's new AI app attracted investors before it even launched — a sign of interest in a more AI-aware iPhone.
The M5 MacBook Air is the best MacBook for most people, and its just 99 cents away from its lowest price ever

The 13-inch M5 Apple MacBook Air is on sale at Amazon for $949.99, putting it just 99 cents away from its record low price of $949, and $149.01 away from its list price of $1,099.
From Indiana to Idaho, a Backlash Against A.I. Gathers Momentum

The widening movement is pulling in people from all walks of life, united by a worry that Big Tech will cash in while average Americans bear the costs.
Google staff urge chief executive to block US military AI use
Over 560 employees sign open letter to Sundar Pichai following the Pentagon’s clash with Anthropic
John Oliver on AI chatbots: ‘Behind that machine is a corporation trying to extract a monthly fee from you’

The Last Week Tonight host dug into the many issues with AI chatbots released to the public without proper safety guardrails, from sycophancy to sexualizing children On the latest Last Week Tonight, John Oliver looked in
Meta to power its bit barns with energy from space
Facebook provider also working with energy storage firm to keep 100 hours of juice on hand With AI demand growing, Facebook parent Meta is looking for new ways to power its datacenters, with one ambitious project pledgin
Score LGs ridiculously fast 240Hz OLED gaming monitor at an all-time low price

As of April 27, you can get the 27-inch LG Ultragear OLED gaming monitor (27GS93QE) for $499.99 at Amazon, down from $899.99. That's a 44% discount, or $400 in savings.
Goldman raises oil price forecasts as Iran war deadlock continues; Shell buying Canada’s ARC in $13.6bn deal – as it happened

Rolling coverage of the latest economic and financial news Shares in athletic apparel and footwear company Adidas have jumped by almost 1.75% in early trading after three of its athletes shone at the London Marathon yest
How AI job scams are destroying people’s hopes | Letters

Sasha Cooklin , Darryl Dixon and Niall Leonard respond to an article by Victoria Turk about the boom in AI-driven fraud in recruitment Artificial intelligence isn’t just being used by scammers to promise fake roles and t
If it’s only AI that’s keeping you up at night, maybe you’re doing OK | Letters

Poverty is far more pressing for many people, writes Lynsey Hanley . Plus letters from Martin Pitt and Michael Bulley Reading Alexander Hurst’s column on the frictionless experience of life promised – or threatened – by
The stunning 75-inch Hisense U7 ULED 4K TV is on sale at Amazon for $700 off

The 75-inch Hisense U7 ULED 4K TV is on sale at Amazon for $1,299.99, down from the list price of $1,999.99. That's a 35% discount.
SpaceX dusts off Falcon Heavy for first flight in 18 months
Side boosters to make simultaneous touchdown while center core takes one for the team Updated SpaceX is preparing to launch its Falcon Heavy rocket for the first time in more than 18 months, kicking off what could be a b
Microsoft and OpenAI's open relationship is now official
No. More. Exclusivity. Redmond keeps the ring until 2032, but OpenAI is free to see other clouds Once tied tightly together, Microsoft and OpenAI have amended their agreement, making the Windows giant's license non-exclu
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 leak reveals ‘wide’ form factor

Samsung reportedly has a new foldable coming this year, and we just got an up-close look thanks to a new leak.
Amazon’s bet on satellites is expensive and faces fierce competition. It also just might work
Leo has the potential to "be a huge business out of nowhere," Jim Cramer said.
Amazon’s bet on satellites is expensive and faces fierce competition. It also just might work
Leo has the potential to "be a huge business out of nowhere," Jim Cramer said.
China blocks $2bn Meta takeover of AI agent developer Manus

Beijing says domestic tech companies must seek explicit government approval for accepting US investment Business live – latest updates China has blocked Meta’s $2bn (£1.5bn) acquisition of an AI startup as it cracks down
Hurry to get the Amazon Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition for $35 off and get free access to Kindle Unlimited

The Amazon Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition with 32GB storage is on sale for $164.99, down from the normal price of $199.99. That's an 18% discount.
Stop squinting and snag this 34-inch Alienware curved gaming monitor while its under $300

As of April 27, you can get the 34-inch Alienware 34 curved gaming monitor for $289.99 at Amazon, down from $349.99. That's a 17% discount or $60 savings.
Graphs, charts, presentations: How to use AI’s visual learning tools

Anthropic just rolled out a new design tool, and it's hardly the only AI company that can help you whip up a chart in seconds.
How to defend yourself against AI cheating accusations

If you've been wrongly accused of violating a college's AI policy, take a breath and read these tips.
How schools introduce AI to young students

Schools are experimenting with new rules, courses, and curricula to teach young people about AI.
How AI is changing the college application experience

AI is already changing the college application process, for better and worse. Here's how students and admissions officers are adapting.
The AI policies at the nation’s largest school districts

Generative AI tools are making their way into K-12 classrooms. Here's how New York City, Los Angeles, and Chicago public schools are approaching the new tech era.
4 student discounts for AI services that college students need to know

College students hunting for discounts on AI services, this one's for you.
Qualcomm up 7% on report it’s partnering with OpenAI on smartphone AI chip
Qualcomm will be working alongside MediaTek to develop a smartphone chip for OpenAI, with manufacturer Luxshare co-designing the device, an analyst said.
Qualcomm up 7% on report it’s partnering with OpenAI on smartphone AI chip
Qualcomm will be working alongside MediaTek to develop a smartphone chip for OpenAI, with manufacturer Luxshare co-designing the device, an analyst said.
China blocks Meta’s $2B Manus deal after months-long probe
China has ordered Meta to unwind its multibillion-dollar Manus acquisition, dealing a potential setback to Zuckerberg’s push into AI agents.
OpenAI could be making a phone with AI agents replacing apps
There have been plenty of rumors about OpenAI's hardware plans, which involve launching a pair of earbuds. A new note from industry analyst Ming-Chi Kuo suggests that the AI company might be working on a phone in collabo
Spotify teams up with Peloton to launch global fitness content hub
Spotify teams with Peloton to launch fitness content, potentially opening new revenue streams while expanding Peloton’s global reach.
Spotify teams up with Peloton to launch global fitness content hub
Spotify teams with Peloton to launch fitness content, potentially opening new revenue streams while expanding Peloton’s global reach.
Is Tim Cook’s departure a canary in the coal mine for tech stocks?
He might have stepped down as Apple CEO at just the right time
Microsoft Outlook issues today: Why you cant log in

Microsoft confirmed that Business and Enterprise Microsoft 365 customers were having trouble accessing the popular software on April 27.
WHCD shooting, DOJ ends Powell probe, Musk vs. Altman and more in Morning Squawk
Here are five key things investors need to know to start the trading day.
WHCD shooting, DOJ ends Powell probe, Musk vs. Altman and more in Morning Squawk
Here are five key things investors need to know to start the trading day.
Cybersec is a thankless job: expanding workload and shrinking pay packet
Global recruitment giant says 71% of human firewalls saw wages stagnate last year as threats and responsibilities grew Cybersecurity professionals were the most overlooked workers in IT when it came to pay rises in 2025,
China blocks Meta's $2bn acquisition of AI start-up Manus

It comes after months of scrutiny by Chinese regulators over deal struck with Facebook owner.
Burglar alarm biz burgled: ADT confirms cyber intrusion after ShinyHunters extortion attempt
Security giant says attackers grabbed 'limited set' of data. Crooks claim 10 million records A home security biz getting digitally burgled is not a great look - but that's exactly where ADT finds itself. The company has
Microsoft updates the Windows Update Experience: You can hit pause now
Keep the patches away for as long as you like Microsoft has devised a solution to the problem of Windows Updates that break customer devices – users are now able to pause them for as long as they like.…
Google warns malicious web pages are poisoning AI agents
Public web pages are actively hijacking enterprise AI agents via indirect prompt injections, Google researchers warn. Security teams scanning the Common Crawl repository (a massive database of billions of public web page
Vinted hits €8bn valuation after EQT-led deal
Second-hand marketplace sells €880mn of existing shares to investors including Teachers’ Venture Growth and Schroders Capital
Save $40 on the Fitbit Charge 6 at Amazon — buy for under $120 right now

As of April 27, the Fitbit Charge 6 has dropped to $119.95 at Amazon. This is 25% off its list price of $159.95.
This AMD Ryzen 9 processor is down to its lowest-ever price at Amazon — save over $100

Get the AMD Ryzen 9 9950X3D for $573.99 at Amazon, saving $125 on a 16-core Zen 5 CPU at its lowest-ever price.
In the beginning was the Bork: 'Heart of the Earth' exhibit reveals Raspberry Pi in existential crisis
Dynamic Earth's ancient rock holds not primordial crystal, but a tiny Linux box having a bad day Bork!Bork!Bork! From the beginning of time, there has always been Bork. Lurking within the heart of this ancient rock is no
Five printers that are actually cool (and not annoying)
Imaginative ways to make an impression
Meta inks deal for solar power at night, beamed from space
Overview Energy's first contract with Meta is a small step toward a future of space-based solar power.
You can now pause forced Windows updates indefinitely, but theres a catch

Microsoft has made it easier, but not entirely easy, to pause forced Windows updates forever.
Regularly $3,699, the Jackery HomePower 3600 Plus is over $1,500 off at Amazon (if you act fast)

Get the best portable power station deal. Save 42% on the Jackery HomePower 3600 Plus at Amazon.
ICO chief John Edwards steps back as workplace probe quietly unfolds
UK’s data watchdog confirms its boss has been off the job since February while an HR investigation runs The UK's data watchdog is without its chief after John Edwards stepped aside from the Information Commissioner's Off
The Kindle Paperwhite Kids is on sale right now at Amazon — save $25 with this limited-time offer

As of April 27, the Kindle Paperwhite Kids (16GB) is on sale for $154.99 at Amazon. This is 14% off its list price of $179.99.
The Breville Barista Express Impress espresso machine is on sale at Amazon — save $150 right now

Find the best coffee machine deal at Amazon. Save 19% on the Breville Barista Express Impress at Amazon.
The Dyson Airwrap i.d. is at its best price this year — save $150 right now

Get the best Dyson Airwrap deal. Save 23% on the Dyson Airwrap i.d. at Amazon.
Watch out UK taxpayers: 28,000 HMRC staffers just got an AI copilot
Microsoft Copilot now heading into ‘Official Sensitive’ work after winning back just 26 minutes a day in a trial HMRC is betting big on Microsoft Copilot, rolling it out to tens of thousands of staff after a Whitehall tr
The Kindle Paperwhite has dropped to its best price in 2026 — act fast to save $25

Get the best Kindle deal at Amazon. Save 16% on the Amazon Kindle Paperwhite.
This $24 AI prompting tool is built to give you better results on the first try

Get a lifetime subscription to Prompting Systems for $23.99 with code PROMPT20 and generate expert-level AI prompts across platforms.
T-Mobile is giving away the Apple iPhone 17 for free — how to get yours

How to get free iPhone. Get the Apple iPhone 17 for free from T-Mobile, with no trade-in required.
Anthropic's magic code-sniffer: More Swiss cheese than cheddar, for now
AI vuln-hunter finds what humans taught it to find. Funny that Opinion In retrospect, calling it Mythos made it a hostage to fortune. Anthropic may have hoped that the name implied its AI code security model had mythical
PowerPoint punishment sent users into an infinite loop after lunch
There was only one ESC from sneaky screenshots and fake BSODs Who, Me? Welcome to another instalment of Who, Me? It's The Register 's Monday column that shares your stories of mistakes, occasional malice, and how you cam
Chip toolmaker Tokyo Electron cuts ties with executive linked to Chinese rivals
Veteran executive Jay Chen, who helped build Japanese group’s China business, left after links to start-ups surfaced
The tensions behind Palantir’s efforts to transform English healthcare
Senior NHS staff divided on practical benefits of US company’s ‘not terrible, not revolutionary’ software
Prosecute Russian-sponsored saboteurs, Estonia tells Europe
Countries must do more to deter Moscow from recruiting people to carry out attacks, says Estonian spy chief
Starmer’s EU reset could ‘smother’ UK innovation, tech ministers say
Officials concerned about damage to country’s technology sector and alliance with US
Inside China’s robotics revolution – podcast

How close are we to the sci-fi vision of autonomous humanoid robots? I visited 11 companies in five Chinese cities to find out By Chang Che. Read by Vincent Lai Continue reading...
Large UK companies in the dark about how their data is used overseas by AI
Survey of senior technology and data executives finds lack of understanding about how information is handled abroad
Inside China’s plans to fight in space
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A.I. Start-Ups From Canada and Germany Merge to Take On Silicon Valley

Cohere is acquiring Aleph Alpha in a deal aimed at customers uneasy about the dominance of American companies in artificial intelligence.
Google Cloud Next proves what we suspected: Everything is AI now
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The Stanford freshmen who want to rule the world … will probably read this book and try even harder
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After Correspondents Dinner Shooting, Rumors and Conspiracy Theories Swirl Online

Influencers jumped to fill the information void with conspiracy theories about the attack at the White House Correspondents’ dinner on Saturday.
AI's not going to kill open source code security
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YouTube is prompting users to enable watch history. Heres the workaround.

YouTube users with their watch history paused have found that the site will not populate the homepage unless they turn it back on
Social Media Captures the Chaos and Mundane of Shooting at Correspondents’ Dinner

Journalists and guests shared the surreal and confusing scenes from the White House Correspondents’ Association dinner after gunfire erupted on Saturday.
An OpenAI-linked news outlet appears to be entirely AI-generated

A new report reveals that a news publication is entirely AI-generated and is funded by an OpenAI super PAC
To buy this Bay Area home, you’ll need Anthropic equity
Someone’s offering an unusual deal for a 13-acre property in Mill Valley, just north of San Francisco.
To buy this Bay Area home, you’ll need Anthropic equity
Someone’s offering an unusual deal for a 13-acre property in Mill Valley, just north of San Francisco.
Tokenmaxxing isn't an AI strategy
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Go straight to sell! Windows second-chance setup hawks Microsoft services at IT's expense
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This backup Mac might become your favorite at just $430

Get a near-mint Apple MacBook Pro (2020) with 16GB RAM and 512GB SSD for just $429.97.
Stop guessing which AI model is best — test them all at once for $74.97

Compare 25+ leading AI models side by side in one platform with ChatPlayground AI, now $74.97 for lifetime access through May 10.
Get Microsoft Office for life at a throwback ’90s price with this $30 deal

Get eight apps for life for just $32.97 with this Microsoft Office Professional 2021 for Windows deal.
Best Mothers Day gifts 2026: 40+ ideas for pampering, de-stressing, or making life easier

The best Mother's Day gift ideas don't feel rushed. We found luxurious gifts and practical gifts for mom that are heartfelt all the same.
UK departments at odds over energy demands of AI datacentres

Discrepancy in forecasts raises questions over government planning for net zero One vision of the UK’s future involves a decarbonised economy powered by clean, renewable energy. Another involves making the UK an AI super
I brought my husband back for his funeral as a hologram

After nearly 60 years of marriage, Pam wanted to honour her husband Bill with a hologram at his funeral.
Anthropic created a test marketplace for agent-on-agent commerce
In a recent experiment, Anthropic created a classified marketplace where AI agents represented both buyers and sellers, striking real deals for real goods and real money.
Maine’s governor vetoes data center moratorium
L.D. 307 would have imposed the country’s first statewide moratorium on new data centers — lasting, in this case, until November 1, 2027.
A Year Later, Trump’s ‘Most Exclusive’ Memecoin Event Is a Lot Less Exclusive

Even a Times reporter qualified for the event, which caused outrage last year for providing access to President Trump in exchange for investment in one of his family’s crypto ventures.
OpenAI CEO apologizes to Tumbler Ridge community
In a letter to the residents of Tumbler Ridge, Canada, OpenAI CEO Sam Altman said he is “deeply sorry” that his company failed to alert law enforcement about the suspect in a recent mass shooting.
New AI tool seeks to un-AI your writing

Sinceerly is a Google Chrome extension that aims to make AI-generated text more human.
5 Tall Tasks for John Ternus, Apple’s Next C.E.O.

John Ternus will face many of the same issues that Tim Cook has grappled with for years.
The climate tech IPO window could finally be cracking open
Nuclear startup X-energy went public and geothermal startup Fervo is about to. Could this be the moment that climate tech investors have been waiting for?
Why Cohere is merging with Aleph Alpha
Canadian AI startup Cohere is taking over Germany-based Aleph Alpha with support from Schwarz Group. With the blessing of their governments, the companies intend to offer a sovereign alternative to enterprises in an AI l
Meta accused of profiting from scam ads in class-action lawsuit

A new lawsuit accuses Meta of making billions off of scam and 'high-risk' advertisers.
Why Tokyo is the most important tech destination of 2026
SusHi Tech Tokyo 2026 has four tightly defined technology domains, each backed by live demonstrations, dedicated exhibit floors, and sessions featuring the people actually building and funding these technologies globally
India’s Snabbit seeks fresh funding at a $400M valuation, sources say
Snabbit has scaled rapidly, crossing 1 million jobs in March, amid growing investor interest.
Sam Altman deeply sorry OpenAI didnt report mass shooting suspect

OpenAI's CEO Sam Altman published a letter apologizing to Tumbler Ridge for not reporting the alleged shooter after her ChatGPT account was banned.
XChat is now available on the iOS store

X's rebranded DMs, XChat, now has a standalone app in the iOS store
Ex-AWS legend explains what enterprises need to make AI actually work
AI transformation is about people and organization, not technology Enterprise AI projects go off the rails when companies focus on the technology instead of the people.…
AI talent war: Software industry is a new target as top executives jump ship to OpenAI
Software giants are seeing their worst stock performance in years on fears of AI disruption. Now they have a new problem.
AI talent war: Software industry is a new target as top executives jump ship to OpenAI
Software giants are seeing their worst stock performance in years on fears of AI disruption. Now they have a new problem.
We tried out xAI's Grok chatbot while driving a Tesla in NYC. Here's what happened.
CNBC takes a ride with a Tesla Model Y owner in New York City to see how he uses Grok and how it integrates into Tesla's Full Self-Driving (Supervised).
We tried out xAI's Grok chatbot while driving a Tesla in NYC. Here's what happened.
CNBC takes a ride with a Tesla Model Y owner in New York City to see how he uses Grok and how it integrates into Tesla's Full Self-Driving (Supervised).
Crime crew impersonates help desk, abuses Microsoft Teams to steal your data
Coming in cold with custom Snow malware A previously unknown threat group using tried-and-tested social engineering tactics - Microsoft Teams chat invitations and helpdesk staff impersonation - is also using custom malwa
The Cosori Iconic is the sexiest air fryer Ive tried. But better yet, its non-toxic and plastic-free.

The Cosori Iconic has a luxe stainless steel design that's free of forever chemicals, and it can cook almost anything. Our reviewer thinks it's worth the splurge.
Thousands of EV Car Leases Are Ending Soon, Giving Buyers a More Affordable Option

The leases on hundreds of thousands of battery-powered cars and trucks will end in the next three years, and many will end up on used-car lots.
The DJI Mini 5 Pro drone is down to its best-ever price at Amazon — save over $500 this weekend

The DJI Mini 5 Pro Fly More Combo is on sale for $1,049 at Amazon, saving you over $500 on list price.
The Jackery Explorer 300 power station has hit its best-ever price — save $70 at Amazon

Find the best portable power station deal. Save 27% on the Jackery Explorer 300 at Amazon.
Get a lightweight MacBook Air for a heavy discount — just $260

Get a MacBook for less than the price of an iPad with this $260 MacBook Air.
Here’s a $10 Microsoft upgrade that can make your PC feel brand new

Score a lifetime license to Windows 11 Pro for just $12.97
You’ve got 1 day to score this multi-tasking AI tool for just $80

Work smarter with AI, not harder, thanks to this lifetime subscription to 1min.AI's Advanced Business Plan.
The viral manifesto of 'anti-woke' tech boss with NHS and defence contracts

The boss of the controversial tech company with UK government contracts published a 22-point plan on the future of the West.
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Steve Ballmer blasts founder he backed who pleaded guilty to fraud: ‘I was duped and feel silly’
Steve Ballmer wrote a fiery letter in the sentencing of disgraced founder Joseph Sanberg documenting all the harm that's befalling him as an investor.
Intel's stock has best day since 1987, soaring 24% as chipmaker shows signs of a turnaround
Shares of Intel have more than doubled this year on optimism that backing from the government will help the company's position in AI.
Intel's stock has best day since 1987, soaring 24% as chipmaker shows signs of a turnaround
Shares of Intel have more than doubled this year on optimism that backing from the government will help the company's position in AI.
OpenAI boss 'deeply sorry' for not telling police of mass shooting suspect's account

Sam Altman on Thursday wrote a brief letter of apology to the people of Tumbler Ridge, Canada in the wake of a January mass shooting.
Nvidia stock closes at record, pushing market cap past $5 trillion
Nvidia's stock closed at its first record since October, as a rally in Intel pushed chipmakers higher.