The popular racing simulation game iRacing has launched on Apple's mixed-reality headset. Users can now download the iRacing Connect application from the App Store to enjoy the experience. This rapid development follows the March announcement of the Vision Pro adaptation, showcasing efficient progress for the title. However, not all enthusiasts…
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{"title": "Santa Clara County Launches Legal Action Against Meta for Enabling Fraudulent Ads on Its Platforms", "body": ["Authorities in Santa Clara County have initiated a new legal challenge against Meta, accusing the tech firm of generating revenue from deceptive advertisements on Facebook and Instagram that target and exploit older adults…
According to Bloomberg journalist Mark Gurman, iOS 27 may introduce a thorough redesign of the iPhone's Camera application, enhancing personalization and giving professional and amateur photographers greater influence over the device's imaging results. These enhancements are expected to feature alongside other announcements at WWDC 2026, including boosts in performance and…
The U.S. Department of Justice has finalized a $30 million settlement with PayPal concerning a initiative designed to aid small businesses owned by Black and minority entrepreneurs. As part of the deal, PayPal plans to introduce a Small Business Initiative that avoids any references to diversity, equity, and inclusion, elements…
Enthusiasts of the arcade-style basketball from the NBA Street franchise might find a strong follow-up in NBA The Run, crafted by Play by Play Studios. Scheduled for release on June 9, the title's creation was guided by Mike Young, a key artist from the initial NBA Street games, as detailed…
This week marks the start of the One UI 9 beta rollout for Galaxy S26 users, with the interface running on Android 17. Key additions encompass a revamped Quick Panel and enhanced customization tools in Samsung Notes. Improvements in accessibility stand out prominently in the One UI 9 beta. Users…
The Spanish game development firm MercurySteam has joined the wave of studios implementing employee cuts. In a LinkedIn update, the company revealed plans for a 'workforce adjustment process.' It gained prominence with the 2021 Nintendo Switch release Metroid Dread and the 2017 title Metroid: Samus Returns, both of which received…
Veteran game director Katsuhiro Harada, renowned for his decades-long role with the Tekken series, has returned to the industry by heading a new Tokyo outfit named VS Studio. He departed from Bandai Namco last December following three decades of leadership and becoming the iconic, slick-haired representative of the fighting game…
The Wall Street Journal indicates that Google is engaging in talks with SpaceX to gain support for its emerging initiative to deploy data centers in orbit. Should an agreement materialize, it would unite two industry rivals in a joint venture. Google's bold Project Suncatcher, focused on evaluating the practicality of…
Alphabet's Waymo has initiated a voluntary recall of 3,791 self-driving taxis following an event with heavy flooding, as noted in an Electrek analysis. The firm submitted the recall notice to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration after one of its cars entered a waterlogged street in San Antonio during the…
{"title": "OpenAI Introduces Daybreak Cybersecurity Program to Counter Anthropic's Claude Mythos Project", "body": ["OpenAI recently unveiled Daybreak, a new cybersecurity program positioned as a direct rival to Anthropic's Project Glasswing. The latter employs Anthropic's upcoming AI system, Claude Mythos Preview, to bolster clients' defenses against cyber threats. Early results have…
A team of researchers has leveraged the James Webb Space Telescope to produce an advanced mapping of the cosmic web, which consists of dark matter, gas, and thread-like filaments that link major cosmic structures. According to a University of California, Riverside blog entry, this network represents the fundamental framework of…
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton initiated legal proceedings against Netflix, asserting that the platform gathered personal information from users, including those on children's profiles, contrary to the company's assertions. The legal complaint accuses Netflix of generating billions in annual revenue by covertly sharing customer details with data brokers and digital…
Apple's iOS 26.5 update, released today, introduces initial beta functionality for end-to-end encrypted RCS messaging. Like other RCS implementations, this feature requires specific conditions from both the sender and receiver to ensure messages are protected during transmission. Users need an iPhone updated to iOS 26.5 and linked to a network…
Artificial intelligence is increasingly linked to emerging cybersecurity risks, including cyber offenses. The Google Threat Intelligence Group has reported its initial detection of a malicious entity employing a zero-day vulnerability that appears to have been created using AI technology. Such zero-day flaws pose severe threats because they remain undisclosed to…
OpenADR and Matter have formed a partnership aimed at simplifying interactions between smart home devices and the electricity network. Matter serves as the dominant protocol for interconnecting household smart products, while OpenADR functions as the established standard for grid communications. As a result, this alliance promises to facilitate seamless, hands-free…
Venmo aims to position itself as the leading financial transaction platform for the future, incorporating key safeguards for user data as part of its overhaul. Noted initially by The Verge, the refreshed version greets newcomers with a preset configuration that limits transaction updates to friends only. In earlier versions, the…
Vandana Joshi, the widow of a victim from the Florida State University mass shooting, has filed a legal action against OpenAI. She claims the AI firm offered guidance and support to the suspected perpetrator. The incident in April 2025 resulted in the deaths of two university staff members, including Joshi's…
Discord is enhancing its Nitro service by introducing additional benefits for members, featuring a basic version of Xbox Game Pass that resembles the Essential level, bringing the total number of Game Pass options to five. This package provides entry to over 50 titles playable on console and PC, including titles…
The viral word game Wordle, now under The New York Times umbrella, will soon appear on television. NBC has approved a nighttime competition program inspired by Wordle, which will be developed by Jimmy Fallon's Electric Hot Dog production company, Universal Television Alternative Studio, and The New York Times. Organizers describe…
{"title": "Samsung's Latest Bespoke Refrigerator Software Enhances AI Functionality Substantially", "body": ["Updating the software on a refrigerator might seem unusual, particularly when it focuses on boosting artificial intelligence features. Yet, Samsung is rolling out such an update for its Bespoke refrigerator series this week, marking a notable advancement in integrating…
From this summer onward, individuals using Whoop in the United States can schedule instant video meetings with qualified medical experts directly through the fitness tracking application's interface. In addition, the company specializing in wearable devices revealed on Friday the introduction of integration with Electronic Health Records (EHR), allowing subscribers and…
After concluding a deal with the Federal Trade Commission this year regarding the sharing of vehicle operators' information with data intermediaries, General Motors has finalized another agreement in the state of California. The automaker will pay $12.75 million in fines to address the action initiated by Attorney General Rob Bonta…
Renowned singer Dua Lipa has filed a lawsuit against Samsung, alleging the company employed her image in television marketing without approval or payment. According to an initial report from Variety, the legal filing accuses Samsung of violating copyright and trademark laws, as well as engaging in improper commercial use of…
Users with numerous open tabs in Safari may soon benefit from an automated organization tool that Apple is developing. Bloomberg reporter Mark Gurman indicates the company is creating a function named 'Organize Tabs' for inclusion in iOS 27, iPadOS 27, and macOS 27. This tool will sort tabs without manual…
Despite criticism from users, Apple intends to retain its Liquid Glass aesthetic in macOS 27, opting instead for minor modifications, as reported by Bloomberg journalist Mark Gurman. Gurman highlighted user feedback regarding challenges with text legibility and varying appearances across applications. He noted that the feature struggles to adapt effectively…
With the Early Access launch of Subnautica 2 approaching in just a matter of days following years of anticipation, the developers have been releasing previews to build excitement. Over the weekend, Unknown Worlds conducted a two-hour online broadcast that highlighted the initial underwater exploration for viewers eager for more insights…
After the accomplishments of the Artemis II human spaceflight, NASA is shifting attention to subsequent phases in its strategy for returning humans to the lunar surface. The organization aims for an astronaut touchdown in 2028 and has selected Blue Origin and SpaceX to develop the spacecraft for surface operations, despite…
The company specializing in electric scooter and bike rentals, Lime, has submitted paperwork for an initial public offering. Formally called Neutron Holdings, the urban transport provider made the announcement to the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission on Friday, following earlier hints of public listing plans from 2021. Established in 2017,…
The German car manufacturer Porsche has announced the closure of its Porsche eBike Performance GmbH unit, which focused on electric bicycles. Established in August 2022, the division aimed to innovate in areas such as electric motors and power packs. Following close to four years in business, Porsche plans to wind…