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Feds Try Breaking Out Into Song to Get People to Take Ransomware Seriously
A 'Cyber Schoolhouse Rock' jingle is just one tactic the government is taking to coax private industry into adopting security practices intended to help thwart ransomware.
FCC Votes to Revive Net-Neutrality Rules
The commission's 2024 pitch this time around emphasizes privacy and security concerns.
Autobots, Roll Out! Auto-Converting Megatron Robot Joins the Fray
The leader of 'The Transformers' bad guys—the Decepticons—joins previously released robot collectibles like Grimlock and Optimus Prime.
China Creates 'Neucyber,' Its Version of a Neuralink Brain Chip
China has reportedly developed a brain-computer interface chip called Neucyber that allows a monkey to control a robotic arm with only its thoughts.
Biden Grants Micron $6.1 Billion for New US Chip Factories
The US continues to fund the largest chip makers as it faces ongoing competition with China.
What to Watch on Netflix in May 2024
The streamer bets big on live broadcasts and comedy this month. Here's the best new stuff.
Watch While You Can: Everything Leaving Netflix in May 2024
Every month, Netflix renegotiates contracts and has to get rid of some of its programming. Here are the shows and movies that will be leaving in May 2024.
Mercedes Reveals EV G-Class, But It's Still Working on Those Next-Gen Batteries
The G-Class offers stellar horsepower and performance but the first version will not have the revolutionary silicon battery the brand promised would be in the G-Wagen by 'mid-decade.'
Everything You Need to Know About the TikTok Ban: Your Questions Answered
President Biden signed a foreign aid bill that includes a ban on TikTok in the US unless it divests from its Chinese owners. Here's why it's happening and how it affects you.
Meet Thermonator, a Flame-Throwing Robodog That Can Light Fires, Melt Snow
You, or the US military, can now buy a 'wolfpack' of Thermonators that blast 30-foot flames from packs strapped to their backs. What could go wrong?
Biden Signs Bill That Could Ban TikTok Next Year
After the Senate passed the second TikTok ban-or-divest bill, which has been bundled with $95 billion in foreign aid, President Biden signs it into law.
Hinge Adds 'Hidden Words' Feature to Help You Avoid Weird, Gross Messages
When someone sends you a message using one of your muted words, phrases, or emoji, it will be sent to a hidden inbox.
First Look: Can the Rabbit R1 AI Companion Do Anything Our Phones Can't?
What can this device actually do? Right now, not much.
Pre-Release Gameplay Now Counts Against Steam's Return Policy
Valve limits you to two hours of gameplay if you want to request a refund, but a loophole allowed for unlimited play.
Algorithmic Curation Is Ruining The Internet. Here's How to Fix That
Machine learning researchers at Stanford have developed an innovative way to moderate online content—one that could potentially make the web less polarizing and divisive.
Snapdragon X Plus Laptop CPUs: What You Need to Know, Plus Early Benchmarks
We tested another upcoming Qualcomm Snapdragon X Arm chip—see how it did against Intel Core Ultra. Plus, chip-by-chip details on the full Snapdragon X Elite and X Plus processor lines.
Sweepstakes: Rate Your Routers and Network Attached Storage (NAS) at Work and Home to WIN
Want a chance to take home $250? Tell us all about the router and NAS device you use at your home network or major work installation (IT managers, we need you).
Microsoft Pushes Start Menu Ads to All Windows 11 Users
After briefly testing the ads, Microsoft is adding them in an update for all Windows 11 devices. Here's how to turn off Start menu ads.
HMD Touts Repairability of New Low-Cost Pulse Phones
Replace the battery and repair the screen, back cover, and charging port on the Pulse, Pulse+, and Pulse Pro. A non-repairable Vibe phone is also coming to the US for just $39.
Cybercab? Elon Musk Appears to Share Tesla Robotaxi Name on Earnings Call
Tesla also reveals screenshots of the robotaxi mobile app as it gears up for an August debut.
