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ChatGPT Images 2 can generate magazine layouts that look impressively real, but without editability or workflow integration, they’re little more than surface-level illusions of something useful.

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Hacktivists could attack the UK at a scale rivaling some of the costliest ransomware attacks in recent memory

Simplifying website tech stacks reduces complexity, improves performance, and enables scalable, efficient growth.

Framework has unveiled its take on a MacBook Pro using Linux, and as far as laptop enthusiasts are concerned, it's pretty much nailed it.

The FBI needs to "step up" in the fight against ransomware, says Cynthia Kaiser, former deputy assistant director of the FBI's cyber division.

Walt Disney World's new solar facility is almost the size of Monaco, but it's just one of the sites that powers the entire resort.

These are the Mario games to play on Switch and Switch 2.

Yellowstone spin-off Dutton Ranch has just dropped a huge casting announcement — but even though it looks like it, the new recurring role won't be the same as others.

How many of your favorites were launched under the watchful eye of Tim Cook?

Following a "first plasma" milestone, Pulsar Fusion outlines its ambitious plans for a nuclear fusion exhaust system for deep-space travel.

If you're scouring the Amazon Tech Week sales, this is my top choice for simple home printing on a budget.

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I've played Yoshi and the Mysterious Book, and now I'm feeling pretty excited for release day — here's why.

Here's when Monarch season 2's second-to-last episode will air on Apple's streaming platform.

Adobe Brand Intelligence will continue to learn about your precise branding preferences even after you set those initial guardrails.

A24's Texas Chainsaw Massacre feels like it's in good hands, and it's made me change my mind about the idea.

Ransomware actors are moving away from spray-and-pray attacks and into more targeted campaigns.

Adorama's huge Sony Alpha April sale includes up to $900 off a wide range of top-rated models this week.

ChatGPT can get increasingly abusive and argumentative with the right set of prompts, researchers have found.

Apple is preparing a major Siri overhaul that brings conversational AI, a new interface, and deeper system integration to finally modernize its assistant

Three is capping speeds at 100Mbps or less on most plans for new and upgrading customers — unless you buy a 'Full Speed' add-on.

Gemini for Home can now carry on conversations in a similar way to the Google Assistant that it replaced.

Anthropic is investigating unauthorized access to its Claude Mythos AI model, which is capable of identifying and exploiting zero-day vulnerabilities.

A hacker is selling data apparently stolen from ANTS, as the agency confirms suffering a breach.

In March 2026, the FCC banned authorization for new, foreign-made consumer routers, citing national security risks. How should organizations respond?

AI is exciting, fast-moving and, yes, scary. It’s fine not to get everything right but learning from history will help.

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Many implementations of AI continue to fall short when it comes to improving team collaboration.

Why agent-based AI demos fail and what real-world systems must truly deliver.

Mozilla can attest to that after using Mythos to find 271 bugs in Firefox 150.

Xbox is decreasing the cost of Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass, though it comes at the cost of day one Call of Duty games.

Anker thinks it's solved the riddle of how to get large models on tiny wearable devices, without eating all the battery power.

The final episode of Invincible season 4 has arrived — and I'm here to answer your biggest questions about it.

Physical access attacks are no longer edge cases, they are a risk that organizations must actively plan for.

Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang recalls early worries over radiologist job displacement, but AI has caused high demand for the role.

Advanced running shoes for experienced runners looking to shave those precious seconds off their times.

All the ways to watch 2026 La Flèche Wallonne live streams online and from anywhere, as the World Tour peloton lines up against one of its toughest foes, the infamous Mur de Huy.

The Honor 600 Pro’s design inspirations are obvious, but this new mid-ranger takes on the competition with aplomb.

We spoke with Fairphone executive Monique Lempers about the need for fairer labor standards in the smartphone industry.

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Rapid adoption of AI agents without proper safeguards is leading to exposed systems, data risks, and increased opportunities for attackers to exploit access controls.

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The LG G6 fixes a long-running issue most prominent on LG's G-series OLEDs… for the most part.

ChatGPT Images 2.0 upgrades image generation with better reasoning, clearer text, and more reliable outputs, bringing it closer to true multimodal AI

Pushpaganda uses AI-generated content and deceptive tactics to trick users into enabling notifications that deliver scams and evade traditional security defenses.

The Dali Sonik 1 entry-level passive bookshelf speakers sound at least twice their diminutive size with stunning vocal articulation, but are a little pricey.

Physicists observe a four-sigma anomaly in a rare decay process, hinting at possible new physics, while uncertainties still limit firm conclusions

The longtime Apple CEO makes his first public comments about stepping back from CEO role

Iranian media is reporting that networking infrastructure suffered coordinated shutdowns, and blames the US.

I recently saw Samsung's award-winning S90F OLED TV in person and was blown away by its picture, which is why I was thrilled to see a $1,200 discount on the 65-inch model.

Richard Gadd's first completely fictional series is almost here. But when does Half Man episode 1 drop on HBO Max and BBC iPlayer?

ASRock's new RAM is about 'ensuring Intel users have access to the benefits of DDR5 memory in the years ahead' — but there's a catch.

Most companies massively overprovision AI infrastructure, leaving GPUs and CPUs underutilized, while rising costs expose inefficiencies driven by fear and poor automation.

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New sustainability rules come into force in the European Union from 2027, and here's what you need to know.

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CX Enterprise, launched at Adobe Summit 2026, is described as a complete end-to-end agentic system to manage the customer lifecycle.

A new color-capable Lidar system has been hailed as a “fundamental innovation” for self-driving car technology.

NordVPN says its network now has enough spare capacity to reduce bottlenecks during busy periods across 211 locations in 135+ countries.

The Oppo Find X9 Ultra aims to be the best camera phone ever made, and it just might have achieved that ambition.

Obsidian Entertainment co-founder and former creative officer Chris Avellone has said a Fallout: New Vegas remake may not be possible because Bethesda lacks the "engineering knowhow."

What challenges does Apple's incoming CEO face? And what will Apple do — and be — under John Ternus?

This Spotify feature is one of the app's most underrated tools for music discovery.

Just in time for spring, Amazon has a huge sale on its best-selling walking and running shoes, and I've rounded up the best deals, including up to 40% off Nike, Hoka, Sketchers, and more.

Amazon has taken £100 off the Asus ROG Xbox Ally and dropped the handheld gaming PC to a record-low price — but here's what you should consider before hitting that buy button.

Former Naughty Dog lighting artist Gabriel Betancourt has claimed The Last of Us series creator Neil Druckmann told him that Ellie wasn't the only immune person in the game's world.

There's life in free broadcast TV yet, and you won't need ATSC 3.0 to get it

Take-Two CEO Strauss Zelnick has said that artificial intelligence (AI) won't steal artists' jobs, but that it will allow them to do "higher quality work" instead of tedious tasks.

Explicit requests not to be tracked are being ignored, even in US states where such privacy matters are law.

IPVanish has expanded its in-app filter to all apps, helping users easily find and connect to its growing network of RAM-only servers. Here's why it matters for your privacy.

This new music platform is like Spotify and Kickstarter rolled into one — and one of my all-time favorite bands is launching music exclusively on it.

The DJI Avata 2 is the easy way to start your FPV drone journey - particularly with this record-low deal at Amazon.

Samsung just made it easier for you to integrate your IKEA smart home devices with SmartThings.

SaaS used to rely on enterprise subscriptions. Now, AI threatens this business model.

Richard Gadd's much-anticipated gritty follow-up to Baby Reindeer has arrived – here's how to watch Half Man online from anywhere, including FREE streams.

Lazarus Group tricked the system by taking control of some of the servers used to verify transactions

Panasonic's Lumix S 40mm F2 squeezes impressive optics and versatile f/2 aperture into a tiny, well-designed body.

Valve has remained tight-lipped on both the Steam Machine and Steam Controller, but a new discovery suggests we might see the latter launch soon.

'Johnny Appleseed' will soon take over from 'Tim Apple' (ahem), and here are some interesting — and some rather odd — facts about him.

Stranger Things' second spin-off will launch on Netflix later this week — here's when you can watch it.

Richard Gadd arrives on HBO Max with Half Man, a twisted tale of two brothers intertwined for all the wrong reasons. But is it on par with Baby Reindeer?

How AMD Gear 1 and Gear 2 balance memory speed, latency, and bandwidth for different workloads.

Many decision-makers don't know what "encryption" means or what it protects from.

Here's how to watch Interior Design Masters with Alan Carr online from anywhere in the world, completely FREE.

Google wants its AI agents to outdo Claude Code and help coders and researchers work faster, according to a new leaked memo.

We've got more leaked details of the upcoming Fitbit Air tracker, and it seems well suited for someone like me.

Xbox has officially unveiled a new, limited edition Forza Horizon 6 Xbox wireless controller and headset collection.

NymVPN's newest update is here. Windows users can now try out beta split tunneling to better manage their traffic, while a new post-quantum protocol promises to upgrade security and speed across all apps.

Toy Story 5's potential new foe Lilypad has been made into an educational toy by LeapFrog — here's our first look at it.

Access Now's latest report on internet shutdowns reveals that 2025 was the worst year on record for digital freedom. With VPNs and satellite internet increasingly under fire, we recap the year’s biggest threats and look at what’s next for global connectivity.

With 3-in-4 web designers struggling to find new clients, we look at how AI is changing the face of web design.

AI agents are making decisions for your business. That's why we need a new model of accountability for them.

Crooks are impersonating IT and reaching out via Teams, only to be granted access and steal data.

Ubisoft has announced that the Assassin's Creed IV Black Flag remake will be officially revealed this week.

MPs want Palantir's contract with the NHS to end early, stating that the FDP is awful to use.

AI writes code faster than ever — but smart teams know speed isn't the whole story.

These cases combine rugged build quality and stylish looks to keep your phone protected and looking good at the same time.

The first trailer for Practical Magic 2 is here — and if the lighting is anything to go by, things are feeling a lot less spooky.

Dark Cherry could be the signature color for the iPhone 18 Pro line, and it looks stunning in an unofficial render.

Compliant, cloud-based verification services for employment background checks.

Save $40 on the five-star JBL Charge 6 at Best Buy.

How state-sponsored spies weaponize modern phishing attacks.

AI’s biggest challenge for UK SMEs isn’t technology, but time, confidence and trust.

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A new plugin enables you to see exactly how much water your AI prompts are using up, and make a donation to offset it by giving water back to communities in need.

As Uma Thurman and Matthew McConaughey brave a close encounter with mother nature, here's how to watch Running Wild with Bear Grylls 2026 online.

Great for small businesses and quick hires, but hidden fees and uneven support let it down.

Never paid attention to the box in the corner of the office? Maybe it’s time to start – here are ten amazing facts about your laser printer.

Philips' attractive milk frother is extremely simple to use and does an excellent job of foaming milk, but there's just one texture and it's rather thick.

A variety of recipes at the touch of a button and a truly talented milk steaming wand make this Breville machine the true king.

The DESI project recorded data from 47 million galaxies and quasars and built a 3D map of the universe to help unlock dark energy's secrets.

Deborah has finally got the Little Debbies on board to win her spot at MSG. But when does Hacks season 5 episode 3 drop on HBO Max?

Mother’s Day is inching closer, and if you’re still scrambling to look for the perfect gift, these kitchen upgrades are perfect for the mum who loves to cook.

The Dyson Supersonic Travel will give you a break from wheezy hotel hair dryers, and adapts to suit the voltage in your vacation destination.

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Hackers hide ransomware tools inside virtual machines using QEMU, allowing attacks to bypass security controls and remain largely invisible.

Scientists load a complete genome into a quantum computer, moving faster DNA analysis closer to reality.

Veremark offers a global background screening platform that streamlines hiring through automation, secure data handling, and customizable workflows.

US turns to DARPA’s Smash program to fix rare earth processing bottlenecks instead of opening new mines.

Tim Cook will step down as Apple CEO in September, and John Ternus will assume the role, while Cook remains as Executive Chairman.

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The 1,000 TOPS consumer: Multiple devices could deliver powerful distributed AI capability by 2030

With 16 teams in the hunt for a place in this year's NBA Final, see how to watch NBA Playoffs 2026 live streams around the world with TV channels explained.

I ditched music on my phone for this cheap MP3 player — and two weeks on, I wish I'd done it sooner

Robots are replacing humans on the frontlines and the homefront.

Hyundai reinvents the humble hatchback with the 300-mile range Ioniq 3 — a compact, aerodynamic EV that majors on interior roominess.

Accurate is a trusted background screening provider for mid-sized and large enterprises.

Despite trading blows with the company, US government is still using Anthropic's products, including the fabled Mythos Preview.

It's only been a year since Isla Gordon was last on our screens. But when does Running Point season 2 arrive on Netflix?

Matthew McConaughey, Uma Thurman and Elizabeth Banks are heading into some very unfriendly terrain.

The Bluetti Elite 30 V2 is a portable power station in the 'everyday essential' mold, with a good port selection and impressive lift.

SAP SuccessFactors is a powerful HR suite, but is it the right choice for your business?

I've spent months testing the iPhone 17 Pro and iPhone Air — here's which one you should buy.

Heaven help us — YouTube is now overflowing with historical AI slop, and it's making it hard to find the real thing.

Build your dream backyard on a budget at Walmart's Patio and Garden Event, which has deals on outdoor furniture, grills, lawnmowers, and more.

Turkey is preparing new online controls, including VPN licensing, following recent school attacks. In response, Proton VPN has seen sign-ups double, vowing never to log or share user data with authorities.

A service update was triggering an error in some Teams desktop clients, forcing Microsoft to revert the changes.

Here's how I trained ChatGPT and Gemini to help me shop for a new gaming PC... and why I don't think you should do the same.

The final episode of Invincible season 4 will be released this week — but what day is it set to arrive on?

Accounting software comes in many forms and many of these are now offered as web packages.

An SMB-specific option from one of the biggest names in business software – is this your next HR upgrade?

A modern, flexible HR solution that prioritizes culture, community, and customization – is it time to say hello to HiBob?

It’s designed to streamline SMB operations. Could Factorial be your next HR upgrade?

It’s a strong option, especially for shift work, but can UKG Ready compete with a competitive group of rivals?

Have you been paying attention to the latest AI news? Take our quiz, then catch up on AI bringing Val Kilmer back, Gemini mastering human writing and more.

Deezer will no longer store hi-res versions of AI-generated songs in its continued fight against AI slop.

Samsung has gone aggressive with the pricing of its new Micro RGB TVs, launching them for cheaper than Hisense rivals and the same as LG's OLEDs.

Not everyone is keen on the idea of a touchscreen MacBook — in fact, there's some distinct hostility towards the idea in places.

ChatGPT is down for many users right now globally —here's what we know about the outage.

iOS 27 might not come to four iPhone models that received iOS 26, but they've all been supported for a long time.

A new Earth Appreciation Festival sale has just landed on Steam, with discounts on more than 170 environment-focused games.

Rumored fixes for Windows 11's Start menu sound great, but some folks remain seriously skeptical.

From Apple to Dyson to Bose, the big tech brands are breaking away from black in favor of something a little more fruity.

After their reveals at CES 2026, MSI has launched the 322UR and 321UP OLED monitors, both promising to address some of the display type's biggest issues.

The volume has almost tripled in five years, forcing NIST to change its MO.

Adobe Summit 2026 live coverage, detailing some of the new product announcements hot off the press before we digest them deeper.

A legal ruling means blood oxygen measurements could return to the Apple Watch after a lengthy absence.

CX platforms have more data access due to AI - security teams must reconsider governance.

Behind the scenes at Mattel and the making of Toy Story 5 toys.

StoryCorps and Prego partnered on a limited-run Connection Keeper to help you record family dinners and leave those phones behind.

I recently discovered a 'spicy pillow' in my home — here's everything you need to know about disposing of them.

Ultimate Action Woody and Buzz each boast 70+ phrases and have two modes — Alive or Toy —, with lots of tech under the hood.

Daredevil: Born Again season 2 is about to enter the home straight — here's when its sixth episode will be released.

Amazon slashes the price of the Shokz OpenRun Pro 2 down to a record-low price of £135.

Researchers found a new callback phishing campaign abusing Apple's email notification system.

Take a look at the robots running in the second Humanoid Robot Half Marathon in Beijing, China.

Blue Origin reused a rocket booster for the first time on a mission, but then failed to complete its objective.

Fitbit Premium is rumored to be rebranding as 'Google Health' alongside the latest Fitbit tracker release

PUBG director Taeseok Jang has spoken on high-profile live-service flops.

Sky has unveiled the Smart Home Plan for its new video doorbell, but here's how it compares to its rival Ring.

After months of waiting, all eight episodes of new crime drama Mint are streaming on BBC iPlayer — and it might be the best creative risk the service has ever taken.

Chrome’s AI Skills transform repeated prompts into one-click tools

The push to deploy AI creates security gaps, as speed is prioritized over proper testing.

Search is bigger than ever. Our behavior is evolving. The way your brand shows up has changed, forever.

For the first time in history we’ve seen footage of an Earthset — and it was shot on an iPhone 17 Pro Max.

Cyber security has many acronyms to measure success but are these still fit for purpose today?

Cloud development platform confirms theft of "non-sensitive data" and says customers were already notified.

Researchers have squirrelled a tiny camera module into earbuds that allows your listening gear to see what you see — but don't get excited about AirPods with cameras just yet.

All the ways to watch Boston Marathon 2026 live streams online – including for FREE – with Sharon Lokedi and John Korir returning to defend their titles.

The Boys' final season reaches its midpoint with this week's entry — here's when you can watch it.

AI isn’t a silver bullet; real value comes from quiet, human-led integration.

Move beyond sovereign cloud theory: build flexible, compliant, future-ready EU cloud strategies.

Building a PC has never exactly been easy, but right now it's pretty tough going. Here's what AI recommended I use to build my new gaming rig.

This is your ultimate guide to the best robot vacuums (and mops) to buy in Australia for hassle-free cleaning, as recommended by experienced reviewers.

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Many businesses continue investing in email marketing despite weak ROI tracking, poor deliverability, and limited AI use beyond basic content generation.

Over 140 million Billy bookcases have been sold worldwide, but this new blue version is a limited edition.

Home Depot's spring sale just might be better than Black Friday, thanks to huge savings on patio furniture, appliances, tools, grills, lawn mowers, and more.

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AI systems simulate human trust using structured models, producing consistent decisions that differ from human intuition and show stronger demographic biases.

There are less expensive options, but the versatile connectivity features of the Devolo Magic 2 WiFi 6 next could be the perfect solution for some homes and office.

Pokémon Pokopia is easily one of the best games you can play on Nintendo Switch 2, but this small issue has frustrated me a few times too many.

Samsung is clearing stock on its best-selling TVs to make room for its new 2026 TVs, which means you can score record-low prices on older model 4K, QLED, and OLED TVs.

I spent a day with the Vivo X300 Ultra to see if its incredible photography kit is worth the money.

The third New Glenn launch has been a success, and it's going to mean wider access to mobile satellite communications.

AI-driven hiring systems filter resumes using rigid keywords and formatting rules, causing qualified candidates to be rejected before human review.

The grisly truth about Dr Grove has finally come to light. But when does The Testaments episode 5 drop on Hulu and Disney+?

From Stranger Things' return to a new survival thriller movie, you won't want to miss this film and TV show quartet.

All the ways to watch Man City vs Arsenal live streams online and from anywhere, in a prospective Premier League 2025/26 title decider at the Etihad.

The same microSD card used to take 5.6 million names to the Moon as part of the Artemis II mission is available to buy.

I put two of Amazon's Fire TVs, now known as Ember TVs, head-to-head to find out which is better value for money

The Punkt. MC03 is a third-generation design that puts data security front and centre

Moore’s Law has defined the pace of development in tech for over half a century - where do we go next?

Homescreen Heroes: I've finally found the perfect app to tame my streaming wishlists and watch history.

With a solar panel for extra power and a MicroSD card slot for local storage, it's a supremely practical way to protect your home.

World-record RC car engineer begins redesigning his 3D-printed vehicle to chase a "slightly ridiculous" 250mph target.

Here's how to watch Queen Elizabeth II: Her Story, Our Century online from anywhere in the world, completely FREE.

All the ways to watch Amstel Gold Race 2026 live streams online and from anywhere, including FREE options, as Mattias Skjelmose defends his men's title.

I'm a running coach — I've just tested shoes actually designed for women's feet, and they're a total game changer.

The InnoCN GA27S1Q OLED is a low-cost but high-specification OLED monitor that has a foot in both the gaming and business sectors.

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Sony World Photography Award 2026's Wildlife category winner shares his setup for capturing unique photos of the animals in Masai Mara, Kenya, helping the park

Spoor outlines its vision for AI-based biodiversity monitoring, using computer vision to scale wildlife tracking across wind energy sites.

A new ultraviolet breakthrough improves laser precision, advancing nuclear clock research and opening possibilities for autonomous navigation in space and underwater environments.

Narwal’s 2026 flagship robot vacuum is outfitted with video cameras and super smart AI cleaning technology to work out the best way to tackle your home.

DJI's latest compact vlogging camera improves on its already capable predecessor with better battery life, built-in memory, new accessories, professional color profiles and 4K video now up to 240fps.

Laser communication systems on Artemis II promise extreme data speeds compared to Apollo era radios, but still face environmental limitations.

All the ways to watch WrestleMania 42 live streams online, with the blockbuster Brock Lesnar vs Oba Femi showdown set to light up Allegiant Stadium, Nevada.

I caved to YouTube Premium's free trial and now I see what the hype is all about, but I can't get past its poor queuing system.

I just used AI to help plan my wedding — and there’s one important thing ChatGPT still can’t do.

A critical WordPress plugin flaw allows attackers to bypass authentication and gain full administrative control, exposing websites to data theft and malware attacks.

All the ways to watch Copa del Rey final 2026 live streams online – including for FREE – as La Cartuja in Seville hosts Atletico Madrid vs Real Sociedad.

Massive 2-ton autonomous cargo drone flies 75 miles across mountains carrying fresh tea without an onboard pilot.

Dead as Disco is an incredibly promising beat 'em up game, and after 20 hours of playtime in the demo, I'm convinced it'll be an instant hit.

The iPhone 17e is Apple's most compelling mid-range phone yet, but it's still leagues behind Android rivals like the OnePlus 15R.

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