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Who needs data centers in space when they can float offshore?
Offshore wind developer Aikido will deploy a small data center beneath a floating offshore wind turbine later this year.
I’m not ashamed to admit the Kobo Remote is the best gadget I’ve bought this year
Does anyone really need a remote for a device you’re already either holding or using at arm’s length? E-readers have saved us from the risk of paper c…
6 Horrifying Fictional Diseases and Their Real-Life Inspirations
The Ebola virus, Cordyceps fungi, and even the stomach flu have helped inspire some of the most gruesome infectious diseases seen on the screen.
Inside the secret meeting that led to the AI political resistance
In early January, a group of 90 or so political, community and thought leaders gathered in a New Orleans Marriott for a secret conference on artificia…
Eight Sleep raises $50M at $1.5B valuation
Eight Sleep said it was free-cash-flow positive in 2025, and plans to use the new funding for new products, global expansions, and clinical validation…
Indie rhythm game Beat Weaver looks like a mix of Amplitude and Thumper
Rhythm games never really went away after the decline of Guitar Hero and Rock Band, but it feels like they’re having a bit of a moment again. From pro…
F1 2026: New Cars, New Teams and a New Way to Watch | Tech Today video
Owen Poole covers everything new for the 2026 Formula One season, including the new way to watch in the US, a brand-new team and what's different abou…
The best record players for 2026
Vinyl records are firmly back in rotation, but getting started does not have to mean spending a fortune or building a complicated hi-fi stack from day…
Activision silences trusted Call of Duty leaker
One of the most trusted leakers for Call of Duty will no longer share confidential information about the gaming franchise after being hit with a cease…
Check Out the Galaxy S26 Ultra's Sleek Design and Privacy Display
Samsung's thinnest and lightest phone brings more subtle design changes that add up.
Apple's new Studio Display XDR monitor has limited functionality on older Silicon Macs
If you're looking to pre-order Apple's new Studio Display XDR monitor today but have an older Mac, beware of some potential issues. According to the c…
TikTok Is Experiencing Oracle-Related Server Issues Again
U.S. TikTok users were experiencing service disruptions Tuesday related to an Oracle Cloud Infrastructure issue. Something similar happened almost exa…
Altman Reportedly Tells Staff OpenAI Wants Another Classified Contract. This Time with NATO
The AI giant is in the middle of a consumer backlash after it made a deal with the U.S. Department of Defense.
Today's NYT Mini Crossword Answers for Wednesday, March 4
Here are the answers for The New York Times Mini Crossword for March 4.
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Here are hints and the answers for the NYT Connections: Sports Edition puzzle for March 4, No. 527.
Today's NYT Strands Hints, Answers and Help for March 4 #731
Here are hints and answers for the NYT Strands puzzle for March 4, No. 731.
MWC 2026 Live Updates: All the Phones, Robots and Wild Concepts Debuting in Barcelona
The world's largest mobile tech show is on its second day. CNET is on the ground covering announcements from ZTE, Honor, Google, Xiaomi, Samsung and m…
Trump Lashes Out at Banks Over Contentious Crypto Bill
“The Genius Act is being threatened and undermined by the Banks, and that is unacceptable — We are not going to allow it,” the president wrote. Â
Today's NYT Connections Hints, Answers and Help for March 4, #997
Here are some hints and the answers for the NYT Connections puzzle for March 4 #997
This Giant Star Just Switched Colors—and It Might Be About to Blow
Astronomers watched as the supergiant WOH G64 reshaped itself into a different type of star.
Ziff Davis Sells DownDetector, Speedtest and More to Accenture for $1.2B
The entire portfolio of Ziff Davis Connectivity brands is changing hands in a $1.2 billion deal.
Why AI startups are selling the same equity at two different prices
Some AI founders are using a novel valuation mechanism to manufacture unicorn status.
Audible Rolls Out a More Affordable Standard Plan for Listeners
Amazon's audiobook service is adding a lower-cost plan that gives subscribers limited listening without monthly credits.
Amazon Web Services Confirms Damage After Middle East Drone Strikes
The strikes in Bahrain and the UAE caused structural damage, disrupted power delivery and, in some cases, sparked fires and caused water damage.
iPad Got an Update, But Not the One I Wanted video
Scott Stein discusses Apple's latest iPad updates, highlighting the new iPad Air with the M4 chip. He also shares his frustration over the lack of upd…
Best Phones of MWC 2026
The top handsets of Mobile World Congress, from Xiaomi, Honor, Motorola and more.
Best iPhone in 2026: Here's Which Apple Phone You Should Buy
Apple now sells more iPhone models than ever, and we've tested everything available. From the iPhone Air and iPhone 17 to the iPhone 16E and iPhone 17…
Meta signs a multimillion dollar AI licensing deal with News Corp
Meta has signed an AI licensing deal with News Corp that will allow the Meta AI maker to use content from The Wall Street Journal and other brands in …
Ford and G.M. Face a Dilemma as China Excels in Electric Vehicles
General Motors, Ford and other established automakers risk becoming relics if they don’t catch up to Chinese carmakers and technology companies in ele…
Pollen Might Be Hurting Kids’ Test Scores
Researchers in Finland have found "robust evidence" of a link between pollen and worse academic performance.
Anker’s last-gen sleep buds are nearly 40 percent off ahead of daylight saving time
Bad news: most Americans are about to lose an hour of sleep next week. Good news: if you have trouble falling (or staying asleep), Newegg is currently…