The 1844 Washington–Baltimore telegraph chess match started remote play, inspiring later international competitions, teletype games, and massive online platforms today.

How to watch 2025 NBA Cup Final live streams online, with Victor Wembanyama and Jalen Brunson set to light up the Spurs vs Knicks clash in Las Vegas.

VChance DU16 is a 16-inch 4K portable monitor with HDR, aluminum build, battery operation, USB-C connectivity, and professional usability.

All the ways to watch the 3rd Ashes Test at Adelaide from anywhere in the world as Australia and England battle in cricket’s most famous Test series.

SPhotonix’s 5D memory crystal stores 360 TB per disc and lasts billions of years, designed for cold data in data centers.

Texas's AG is suing Samsung, LG, TCL, Hisense, and Sony over their apparent use of ACR to deliver custom content and advertising.

Fancy upgrading your holiday movie soundtracks? There's a great deal on Sonos' superb Dolby Atmos soundbar

ShinyHunters claims responsibility for the attack, saying they stole almost 100GB of sensitive Pornhub Premium user data.

The Samsung Galaxy Z Trifold is due to merge the mobile and tablet experience like never before – and if Samsung plays its cards right, it could revolutionize on-the-go productivity.

Obscura VPN, a relatively new VPN service for iOS and macOS, has just passed its first independent audit. The VPN prioritizes not just user security, but also complete browsing privacy.

About a fifth of Soundcloud's user base had email details stolen, but banking and login information was unaffected

The MSI Claw A8 looks set to be another handheld costing over $1,000, and this may eventually destroy the appeal of handheld gaming.

Production of the current F-150 Lightning electric pick-up will come to an end this year, as Ford pivots back to gasoline and hybrids.

Amazon's UK last-minute sale continues this week, so I've gathered together 29 of the best deals if you're shopping for some gift inspiration or hunting down some final tech bargains of the year.

Cleer's new open-ears promise superb spatial audio in their Atmos edition

For years, the GRU was snooping in critical infrastructure firms by abusing misconfigurations and zero-days, Amazon says.

Larian Studios founder and Baldur's Gate 3 director, Swen Vincke, has said Divinity will feature cinematics unlike previous iterations in the series.

‘Volatile crawling activity’ is an ongoing struggle for internet sites, but website owners are fighting back.

Lucy (Ella Purnell) and the Ghoul (Walton Goggins) explore Mojave and the delightful local factions. Here's how to watch Fallout season 2 from anywhere.

If you like your movies far-fetched, foolish and completely frivolous, look no further than The Housemaid. But good, it is not.

The debate around age verification and VPNs heats up as MPs confirm their commitment to review the role these providers should have in preventing their service from being misused to evade the law.

Thinking about getting a projector? Best Buy has huge last-minute price cuts on models that we've reviewed (and loved) here at TechRadar.

This PS5 Pro deal takes the premium console down to its lowest price in months.

Retailers are offering significant price cuts on this year's best-selling OLED TVs, and I'm rounding up today's best deals from Samsung, Sony, and LG.

Ring has launched AI Single Event Alert, which combines related notifications to cut down noise.

Here's our guide on how to watch The Ashes 2025-26 Test 3 for free on 7Plus from anywhere in the world.

Microsoft is getting desperate in its attempts to stop people using Google Chrome instead of Edge – but it risks annoying even more people.

Malicious Chrome extension has also been stealing AI responses and sharing the data with other companies.

The Cardiff vs Chelsea live stream will decipher who reaches the Carabao Cup semi-finals. Here's how you can watch from anywhere in the world.

Ubisoft has today announced that it has acquired the rights to Amazon's free-to-play multiplayer online battle arena (MOBA), March of Giants.

Yes, RAM prices are terrible right now - but as a veteran PC-builder, I'm not that concerned.

iPhone and Android users just got access to this excellent ChatGPT feature, albeit three months late.

Why it will become essential for organizations to have dedicated security measures for agentic AI-based tools.

Lomography unveiled the Lomo MC-A in October 2025 — it's a proper 35mm film camera with glass 35mm f/2.8 lens, metal body, autofocus and exposure control.

Hopes that steep RAM price rises could plateau are potentially dashed by new rumor of Samsung price hikes.

How retailers can build trust and profitability by making sustainable choices rewarding.

PayPal has submitted applications to open its own US bank, with scope for interest-bearing savings accounts

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Apple isn't done with iOS 26 yet, as loads more features are seemingly set to be added to it in 2026.

The debate comes as a petition to repeal the bill got 500K signatures, focusing on controversial provisions around age verification and encrypted apps.

Just days after proposing a bill that would have made it illegal to use a VPN to bypass geoblocking, the Danish government has reversed its position following a wave of criticism from digital rights groups and the public.

A number of private sector companies have already signed up to "Tech Force" US government tech talent acquisition scheme.

Windows 11 has a powerful security feature you may not have heard of – and I'm glad to see Microsoft is fixing its most baffling drawback.

I'm tired of pretending films like Avatar: Fire and Ash are interesting just because their visual craft is impeccable... and we've seen this particular film before.

Following speculation online, Star Wars: Fate of the Old Republic director Casey Hudson has assured fans that the game will be released before 2030.

Red Bull hosted a Tetris tournament brought to life by 2,800 illuminated drones.

Customers love flat, seat-based AI agent pricing, so Salesforce sees great monetization opportunities ahead.

ChatGPT-5.2’s improved reasoning, memory, and conversational control make it feel more like a helpful collaborator.

'Who's Home' turns Vodafone's Ultra Hub 7 into a home security tool to check who's connected to the network.

These are the best 6 Christmas movies ever made. Disagree? Have your say in our poll.

The cost of takeout coffee has rocketed, so pick up one of these excellent budget brewers and save cash by making your own at home.

Ski trails, lodge markers, and lifts have returned to Google Maps – and these are the resorts that are currently available to view.

Rockstar Games has once again addressed accusations of union-busting from the Independent Workers Union of Great Britain (IWGB), claiming that it fired over 30 Grand Theft Auto 6 developers for sharing company secrets in a Discord channel.

Refurbished retailer Back Market is offering an additional $35 off PlayStation 5 consoles for a limited time.

RAM prices are skyrocketing due to the current AI boom, but Sapphire's PR manager encourages consumers to stay calm and avoid panic buying.

The BT, EE, and Three networks collapsed to such an extent in June and July that regulators are getting involved.

With Christmas on the horizon, I'm stressed about the holidays not living up to my expectations – maybe AI can help

Stuck for space? Then these dual-stacked monitors offer a decent amount of screen real estate while taking up minimal desk space.

Marvel is fighting to keep details about Avengers: Doomsday's four teasers under wraps after a major leak.

The Apple AirPods Pro 2 are perfect for Apple users and now you can own a refurbished pair for just $135.

These PS5 DualSense deals aren't to be missed. Get heavy discounts in the US and the UK, on a whole host of color variants.

Bungie has shared new details about its long-awaited extraction shooter Marathon. The game will now be released in March 2026 for $40.

Google is shutting down its dark web report tool, but I doubt it will be missed.

The days of the em dash being a ChatGPT giveaway are over — it’s time to bring it back

B&H Photo and Adorama have excellent last-minute camera deals this week, including prices that are even lower than Black Friday – in some cases.

Speculation rises over the identity and motives of unknown hackers.

All the ways to watch the 3rd Ashes Test at Adelaide on Sling from anywhere in the world as England face a must-win match against Australia in the cricket.

Hollow Knight: Silksong's first expansion — Sea of Sorrow — is coming next year alongside a Switch 2 Edition of the original game. Here's what you need to know.

OnePlus has announced the OnePlus Turbo line, highlighting strong performance and battery life.

Dyson shrank down all this vacuum's insides and squeezed them into the handle – so what's it like to use?

The Clean+Wash Hygiene might be the lightest, most hands-off cleaner on the market.

This is no normal mini PC, as the price highlights, but the power and expansion options offer serious potential.

A 122.88TB PCIe 5.0 SSD has quietly appeared from a Polish storage vendor, focusing on immersion cooling compatibility.

LG is bringing RGB TV tech to CES 2026 with its first Micro RGB evo set, promising an ultra-wide color gamut in three sizes.

Apple just shipped a new update for the Apple TV app on Android, and it adds support for Google Cast.

The Youyeetoo NestDisk is a compact mini PC with four SSD slots, an Intel N150 CPU, dual 2.5Gb Ethernet, and complete NAS connectivity.

Want to back up an iPhone locally without iCloud fees? A small Linux-powered device offers encrypted USB backups but you've got to put in the work to set it up.

Disney’s new partnership with OpenAI brings AI-generated content into the hands of fans, but raises serious questions about control, creativity, and the future of storytelling.

Gaming laptops and pre-built systems are in trouble, as we may see more 8GB configurations as a result of RAM price hikes.

Kioxia develops eight-layer stackable oxide-semiconductor transistors for 3D DRAM - yet commercial deployment remains years away.

Tiiny AI Pocket Lab is a pocket-sized Mini PC running large language models offline with optimized CPU and NPU performance.

Photos taken at booths get uploaded on the internet where they can easily be downloaded.

I was going to be RPG'ing on my PS5 Pro over the holidays, but now I might play Doom in my browser instead.

The compact design features a powerful CPU, which handles productivity with ease, but the GPU is slightly lacking for creative use.

OneXPlayer’s Super X is a 14-inch hybrid tablet-laptop with AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 395, 128GB RAM, and liquid cooling.

Samsung’s PM9E1 combines PCIe Gen5 speeds with an ultra-compact form factor, highlighting technical progress while exposing practical limits.

Affected 700Credit customers are being offered free credit monitoring and reporting.

With the Chat Control bill entering its final stage, the EU Council has been busy thinking about what a new data retention framework could look like.

The Stranger Things season 5 volume 2 trailer is here and you won't be able to take your eyes off it.

Merriam-Webster has named "Slop" as its word of the year. Here's why this is all about AI.

A patch was released to fix the bugs and users were forced to update their PIN codes.

Garmin’s Vivosmart 6 fitness tracker just leaked out with a tempting new feature.

IMOU's latest point-and-tilt camera uses a solar panel, high-capacity battery, and power-efficient recording for constant surveillance.

I've hand-picked my favorite last-minute gifts at Walmart that arrive before Christmas, featuring deals from Apple, Dyson, Keurig, and more.

Here's when The Mighty Nein episode 7 will be released on Amazon's streaming platform.

From epic biographical comedies to underrated dramas, there’s plenty to watch on the best free streaming services this week.

Here's when Fortnite Winterfest 2025 starts, and what we know about the Christmas skins and cosmetics so far. More on the teaser released this week.

While age verification for VPN apps would set a 'terrible precedent'

Two bugs in WebKit apparently abused in highly sophisticated attackshave been fixed.

Denmark has drafted a new law to stop people from using VPNs to access foreign streaming libraries and illegal websites. But digital rights advocates are sounding the alarm.

Exploring strategies and innovations shaping safer, more resilient digital communities worldwide.

Any dodgy code affecting Microsoft's products and services will now be covered under the 'In Scope by Default' bug bounty program.

If you’re blaming email for breaches, you’re missing the misconfigurations attackers actually exploit.

The stunning Galaxy S25 Ultra is currently listed for its lowest ever price at Amazon - a real Christmas treat.

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You no longer have to use Pixel Buds to take advantage of live translations in Google Translate - now all earbuds are compatible.

Global coverage, fast 5G speeds, and flexible data plans for travelers and remote workers.

Spotify was down for many today, but the streaming app now appears to be fixed –here's how the outage played out.

Security researcher finds Home Depot GitHub token left behind by mistake for more than a year.

The first episode of Fallout season 2 will be out shortly – find out when you can watch it where you live.

Capcom is doing exactly what I hoped for with Resident Evil Requiem, and it may lead to the best title in the franchise.

The Samsung Galaxy Z Trifold could become the device of choice for watching movies on the go, with a larger screen than any tablet-style folding phone before it

Amazon is throwing in a $100 gift card with the Meta Quest 3 VR headset right now

Google is facing a temporary freeze on €110 million in French assets.

LG has added Microsoft Copilot to its customers' TVs –and they can't delete it

I’ll show you how Windows 11’s virtual memory hack can help you beat RAM price rises.

SSD price rises could hit budget drives hard, so buy now, don't wait – and there's more RAM misery in the cards too.

Slightly more CEOs plan on spending cash on AI as positive economic outlooks dwindle.

The Leica M EV1 is the first Leica rangefinder without... the optical rangefinder. In its place, a useful EVF, which can make manual focusing much simpler.

A developer’s Apple Account got banned after they used a compromised gift card, locking away their digital life.

iOS 26.2 adds a feature that will flash the screen when an alert comes in, giving you a new way to know you've got a notification.

The MacBook Air M4 is our laptop of the year and it's on sale now at Best Buy with $200 off and other ways to save even more. Here's why you need it.

Lenovo makes some great gaming laptops and this Lenovo Legion gaming laptop deal is a fantastic option. Here's why you'll love it.

Emily's left the city of love in favor of a new life in Rome... but will it stick? And when is Emily in Paris season 5 on Netflix?

Starring Fury from Gladiators and marking Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman's last hurrah, here's how to watch Strictly Come Dancing Christmas Special 2025.

This week's best Samsung Galaxy S25 deals could see you taking home one of these stunning devices for free.

iRobot has filed for bankruptcy, but promises there won't be any immediate changes for product owners.

Memories in pixel: How Victoria Fard uses a PC powered by Snapdragon to build worlds that are deeply human

Testing ChatGPT-5.2 and Gemini 3 in a round of creative prompts

With millions using AI to write Christmas cards this year, I put my scepticism aside to see whether chatbots can handle something genuinely personal.

SEC filing reveals $248 billion in data center commitments which weren't covered by Oracle's recent results.

Idea Spectrum Realtime Landscaping Pro is a feature rich PC-only software package designed to help you create detailed landscaping projects, with a wealth of options, and a vast library of plants and objects.

I think we need an Apple Ring because I hate the watch.

This might be your last chance to save 10% off the PS Portal and have it arrive safely before Christmas.

Thanks to rising RAM prices, phone makers might choose to equip their upcoming handsets with less of it.

UGreen is taking the fight to Razer and other eGPU dock manufacturers, with the new Linkstation eGPU dock launching in China.

Microsoft is being taken to court over cloud licensing terms in the UK -compensation could total over £2 billion.

Spider-Man 4 just got a major filming update – and a fresh look at its logo via a production wrap gift.

Want to watch Anupama from anywhere? Stream every new twist as Anupama faces betrayal, hidden agendas, and the fight to prove Prem’s innocence.

Follow the latest twists as Abhira and Armaan navigate growing family tensions. Here's how to watch Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai from anywhere.

Arc Raiders devs have teased a guitar item for the Cold Snap update later this week. Here's what we know so far.

The Dreame Matrix10 Ultra takes robovac smarts to the next level, plus it has unique features you won't find anywhere else.

Forget everything you know about the history, the play and the movie – Sky's interpretation of Amadeus will make you see the story with fresh eyes.

IO Interactive’s Senior Licensing Producer, Theuns Smit, explains creating the ultimate spy-thriller experience through presentation and gameplay.

Toshiba’s new roadmap shows a 40TB hard drive arriving in 2026 and a push toward 55TB models by 2030 as it advances platter stacking technologies.

Kindle e-reader deals are back at Amazon and arrive before Christmas — here are the best deals, with up to 20% in savings and prices starting at just $89.99.

Homescreen Heroes: ElfYourself lets you star in up to 27 elf-themed dance videos

This soft off-white shade will complement your existing style, whether it's classic or modern.

Android devices could work better for passengers if this anti-motion sickness feature finally sees the light of day.

I evaluated the G5, C5 and B5 side-by-side to find out which is the best overall value.

The Ring Outdoor Cam Pro's 4K resolution and 10x magnification with pinch-to-zoom give you a better view than ever

Some of the most exciting phones in years could be landing in 2026, from the iPhone Fold to the Ayaneo Pocket Play and beyond.

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Your SaaS security isn’t failing at the perimeter—AI-powered identity breaches are bypassing it entirely.

If women aren’t watching Robin Hood by episode 8, they need to now — one star has just ‘informed our view of who we can really be’.

Split View and Slide Over are getting more straightforward with the latest iPadOS update, available now.

Biwin’s Mini SSD enters retail with higher capacities but could stay niche without broader industry backing.

Citroen's latest ELO concept is a "tiny house on wheels" according to its makers, but this diminutive six-seater completely changes the approach to minivans.

Confused about FSR Redstone? I don't blame you – here's the lowdown on all AMD's new game boosting features.

We'll show you how to watch Sunderland vs Newcastle live streams from anywhere in the world in the first Wear-Tyne league derby since 2016.

We've concocted a 30-question Superman quiz to test how well you know the character and the franchise.

Stay safe and run freely with the Shokz OpenRun Pro 2 - now down to £135 on Amazon.

Ash Hewson, CEO of Affinity, explains why the popular design platform is free for all and how the move challenges the prevailing orthodoxy across the creative landscape.

All the ways to watch Big Bash League 2025/26 live streams online from anywhere for FREE, as Mitch Owen and the Hobart Hurricanes defend their crown.

John Cena enters the squared circle for one final time. Here's how to watch John Cena's Final WWE Match from anywhere in the world for free.

As part of its big end-of-year sales, Best Buy has dropped this 43-inch 4K TV to a ridiculously low price of just $99.99.

Orico’s PTM dock lineup introduces sliding M.2 trays and varied port layouts, creating a compact system that can behave like a NAS.

The IO Interactive team behind the longstanding assassination sim talks Eminem and Milla Jovovich collaborations.

All the ways to stream John Cena’s final match live online, with Gunther aiming to crash the farewell party at Saturday Night's Main Event XLII in Washington, DC.

Looking for a cheap and cheerful coffee maker? The Finesse Friendly could be the one for you, but mind how much you're spending on pods.

Once you get the new macOS Tahoe 26.2 update, you can try out Edge Light if you've got an Apple Silicon Mac.

Tesla's Model Y is one of the best cars it has ever produced, but the Performance edition feels expensive and kind of pointless.

I upgraded my iPhone when I probably didn't need to – here are the main changes in two years of Apple development.

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AI's greatest threat is the growing number of untrusted/unmanaged apps that access company data without company knowledge.

IKEA has launched three VÄSTMÄRKE chargers, and they'll work with Apple MagSafe and Google Pixelsnap.

Here's our streaming guide on how to watch England vs Jamaica in the Netball Horizon Series from anywhere in the world.

I tested Bose’s Amazon best-selling soundbar – is it worthy of my recommendation?

I spoke to a Peloton professional trainer to get the best tips for staying fit and healthy when over 50.

Before Emily in Paris season 5 even started filming, rumors were rife about Gabriel's return. With all that in mind, I'm convinced star Lucas Bravo is enjoying another role much more.

Looking for a gaming laptop this Christmas? You won't beat these three gaming laptop deals in the Walmart seasonal sale.

FEVM’s FAEX1 mini PC combines Ryzen AI Max+ CPU, Radeon 8060S GPU, 128 GB memory, and extensive connectivity in a compact chassis.

The HHKB Professional Classic Type-S is a radically deconstructed keyboard design that focuses on compact layout rather than easy adaptability.

As digital systems grow complex, AI shifts reliability from firefighting outages to predicting and preventing failure.

The US government plans to check visitors’ social media posts and potentially bar them from entry under new proposed rules.

The Soundpeats Clip1 are budget clipping open earbuds done right, and they're great budget alternatives to Shokz or Bose options.

Agentic AI is coming fast, and without unified data, it breaks before it begins.

The EU looks to reverse its plans to ban the sale of new internal combustion engine vehicles by 2035, as EV demand wanes.

The top tech news stories from Disney, Paramount, DC, Android, and more for December 12, 2025.

I spoke to Anna Wood, Product Marketing Lead at Canva about the company's latest updates and what it all means for designers and creators

A fantastic new deal from Virgin Media offers free Meta Smart Glasses, no setup fee, and fast fibre broadband.

When it comes to Dyson vacuums, it turns out the newest models aren't always the best choice.

Asus ROG Strix XG27JCG combines 5K resolution, high refresh, HDR, AI motion features, and creative workflow suitability with flexible ergonomics.