Google Searches in Safari Decline for the First Time, Apple Blames Rise of AI Tools
Google searches conducted through Apple’s Safari browser declined for the first time ever last month, Apple’s senior VP of services Eddy Cue revealed during Google’s ongoing antitrust trial.
FTC Loses Appeal in Legal Battle Over Microsoft’s $68.7 Billion Activision Deal
The U.S. Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has officially lost its appeal in the ongoing legal case challenging Microsoft’s $68.7 billion acquisition of Activision Blizzard, marking another legal win for Microsoft in one of the largest deals in gaming history.
Reddit CEO Confirms Old Reddit Isn’t Going Away—At Least Not Yet
Longtime fans of old.reddit.com can breathe a sigh of relief. Despite growing concerns that Reddit would retire its classic interface in favor of the newer design, CEO Steve Huffman has confirmed that the old layout will remain, at least for now.
Google Launches Dedicated Gemini App for iPad with Multitasking and AI-Powered Features
Google has officially launched a dedicated iPadOS version of the Gemini app, enhancing the AI assistant experience for iPad users.
Samsung to Unveil Galaxy S25 Edge on May 12 During Virtual Unpacked Event
Samsung has officially confirmed that it will unveil the much-anticipated Galaxy S25 Edge during a virtual Unpacked event on Monday, May 12th at 8 PM ET.
Study Shows Diabetes Drug May Help Treat Prostate Cancer
Certain drugs used to treat type 2 diabetes can also be used to treat prostate cancer, according to a study.
Chinese ex-SK Hynix Worker Sentenced to 5 Years in Prison for Tech Leak
An appeals court on Wednesday sentenced a Chinese former employee of SK hynix to five years in prison for leaking the company's core semiconductor technology.
Polish Authorities Arrest Four in Crackdown on DDoS-for-Hire Platforms
Polish authorities have arrested four individuals accused of running a network of websites that allowed users to launch cyberattacks for a small fee.
Amazon is Working on a New AI Tool to Help Developers Write Code Faster
Amazon Web Services (AWS) is developing a new AI-powered tool called “Kiro” that can help write computer code quickly and efficiently.
Seoul Requests ‘Special Consideration’ as US Mulls Tariffs on Chip Imports
South Korea has asked the United States to make "special consideration" of its chip exports as the Donald Trump administration is moving to impose tariffs on imported semiconductors, Seoul's industry ministry said on Wednesday.
Microsoft Introduces AI Agents and New Windows 11 Features for Copilot+ PCs
Microsoft has unveiled a new wave of AI-powered experiences for Copilot+ PCs, aiming to make everyday tasks on Windows 11 smarter and more intuitive.
Google Releases May 2025 Android Security Update With Fix for Actively Exploited FreeType Vulnerability
Google has rolled out the May 2025 Android security updates, addressing 45 vulnerabilities, including a high-severity, actively exploited zero-click flaw in the FreeType font rendering library.
Reddit Cracks Down on AI Bots, Plans Human Verification to Preserve Authenticity
Reddit is moving toward verifying users’ humanity after a controversial AI experiment revealed just how easily artificial intelligence can infiltrate online communities.
NSO Group Ordered to Pay Meta $167M Over WhatsApp Spyware Attack
A U.S. federal jury in California has ordered Israeli spyware firm NSO Group to pay Meta $167.25 million for hacking 1,400 WhatsApp users using its notorious Pegasus software.
How to Tell If an Email Is Fake or a Phishing Scam
Learn how to spot fake emails and phishing scams with 10 simple, easy‑to‑remember tips. Protect your passwords, money, and identity—step by step.
OpenAI Continues to Be Overseen and Controlled by Nonprofit: Sam Altman
The Sam Altman-run OpenAI will continue to be overseen and controlled by the nonprofit, and its' for-profit LLC’ will transition to a public benefit corporation (PBC), the company has announced. This will give the nonprofit better resources to support several benefits.
Microsoft Fixes Bug That Broke Start Menu Jump Lists in Windows 10
Microsoft has quietly resolved a bug that disrupted the Start Menu jump list feature in Windows 10 version 22H2, impacting users' ability to access recently opened files through app right-click menus.
Darcula Phishing Platform Stole 884,000 Credit Cards via Text Scams
Darcula, a phishing-as-a-service (PhaaS) platform, has stolen over 884,000 credit cards through 13 million malicious link clicks over seven months between 2023 and 2024.
Pinterest Launches AI-Powered Visual Search to Help You Discover Fashion Styles
Pinterest is rolling out a new AI-powered visual search feature designed to help users find fashion accessories and outfit styles — even if they can’t describe what they’re looking for.
YouTube Tests New Two-Person Premium Plan in Select Countries
YouTube is testing a new two-person YouTube Premium subscription plan, aiming to offer more flexibility and value for smaller households.
