Technology, AI, platforms, chips, and the race to define the next digital order.
In a conversation with The Verge’s Decoder following the Google I/O developer conference, Sundar Pichai described the company’s pivot to an AI-first structure, the integration of agentic workflows, and the industry’s approach to the “foothills of the singularity.”
The latest episode of The Vergecast dissects how bite-sized content dominates digital feeds through algorithmic brute force, while also reviewing Google’s $99 Fitbit Air and debating the utility of smart glasses.
Passes for the annual technology summit offer savings of up to $410 before the deadline, with agenda focused on six industry stages including AI and fintech
Blogger Captain Seuros characterises the departure as the conclusion of a three-part series documenting systemic support failures and the erosion of human-centric operations at the cloud provider.
A growing segment of Suno AI users are listening exclusively to their own generated music, with some abandoning Spotify. Commentators attribute the shift to narcissism, laziness, or the convenience of instant gratification.
The ShinyHunters group claims responsibility for the incident, which exposes names, addresses, and government-issued IDs, according to listings on Have I Been Pwned and state attorney general offices.
In his first major teaching document on the subject, Pope Leo calls for artificial intelligence to be “disarmed” and demands regulatory action, as global debates continue over the technology’s impact on employment and security.
The Munich-based manufacturer’s latest offering accelerates from zero to 60 mph in 2.4 seconds, though pricing for the tested Turbo model reaches $220,330.
As the US Department of Defense pushes for unrestricted access to artificial intelligence, experts warn that existing systems have already blurred the lines of international humanitarian law, with lethal outcomes accelerating faster than regulatory frameworks can adapt.
The move introduces English-language content from outlets including Rolling Stone and WIRED, raising questions about production methods as the company prepares to launch generative AI features.
The move introduces a new content format for Premium subscribers and free users, though the company has declined to confirm whether artificial intelligence was used in the narration process.
The Atlanta-based warehouse network and software provider has now raised approximately $775 million in total, positioning itself as an alternative to Amazon’s fulfilment ecosystem.
A simple character difference in an API endpoint allowed unauthenticated access to account data and fund transfers, prompting a rapid infrastructure migration to AWS REST API.
The litigation centres on Caraway’s marketing of its products as free of “toxic” forever chemicals, a claim the plaintiffs argue is scientifically unfounded and damages competitors.
The ride-hailing giant has spent its annual artificial intelligence budget early in 2026, prompting internal scrutiny over the trade-off between technology investment and workforce reductions.
Linxi News examines the fallout from Anthropic’s November 2025 release and the viral open-source tool OpenClaw, which has triggered a major shift in developer workflows and institutional strategy.
A new assessment from WIRED utilises data from economists and AI specialists to gauge job vulnerability, though the publication explicitly labels the resulting quiz as unscientific.
With graduate unemployment at 5.6% and underemployment soaring to 42.5% in late 2025, experts warn that automating junior tasks threatens long-term workforce capability and institutional memory.
New research from Stanford University and the Federal Reserve indicates that while artificial intelligence is altering entry-level hiring, the broader American labour market remains resilient, with unemployment rates for AI-exposed roles currently lower than for less exposed positions.
Legal experts warn vague reporting standards could criminalise peaceful assembly as DHS and FBI target ideologies linked to technological disruption
Luke Larsen finds the 16-inch sleeve offers sufficient capacity for gaming laptops and secondary devices, though it requires an outer bag for transport.
The US Federal Aviation Administration has authorised Blue Origin to return to flight operations, ending a grounding that followed the failure to place an AST SpaceMobile satellite into the correct orbit.
While the Cearvol Wave Lite offers a stylish alternative to traditional medical-grade technology, reviewers note tinny voices and inadequate background noise filtering.
University researcher Jinwei Zhao identifies code strings indicating a move toward untethered portability for the satellite internet dish, targeting users such as vanlifers and emergency responders.
The platform, recently highlighted on Hacker News, offers 60-second update intervals, DNSSEC, and bring-your-own-domain capabilities for network administrators.
A recent piece published on Hacker News examines why developers find coding agents infuriating, proposing that dropping the human pretense for a clinical interface could reduce emotional friction.
A widely shared article argues that React is often a poor technical fit, citing critical vulnerabilities, complex maintenance and a bloated ecosystem as reasons to return to web fundamentals.
New opinion piece suggests large language models offer flexibility for superior output, though the process requires more time than typical automated workflows.
Data from Circana BookScan and industry trackers reveal a 16.9 per cent drop in computer book sales in 2023, with publishers ceasing reporting as AI tools like ChatGPT and GitHub Copilot replace traditional technical instruction.
New research published on 25 May 2026 demonstrates how insecure automatic action approvals in Microsoft Copilot Cowork can be exploited to exfiltrate sensitive files, achieving a 100 per cent success rate against state-of-the-art models including Claude Opus 4.7.
Powered by 1,035 horsepower and featuring a four-door SUV-style body, the Luce represents Ferrari’s most expensive model to date, with production slated for late 2026.
The Momentum 5 Wireless introduces Hi-Res Audio certification, Snapdragon Sound compatibility, and improved voice cancellation, available June 16 in black, white, and blue.
The Vatican’s first encyclical on artificial intelligence, signed on the anniversary of Rerum Novarum, warns against a new form of digital colonialism and calls for AI to be freed from monopolistic control.
The Momentum 5 Wireless headphones, priced at $399.99, introduce a user-swappable battery and AptX Lossless codec support, though compatibility remains restricted to specific Qualcomm-based devices.
Head of IT Platform Marius Husnes outlines the technical challenges of moving petabyte-scale datasets from preservation archives to high-throughput AI pipelines at Huawei’s ID Forum 2026.
With over 1,000 horsepower and a 329-mile range, the Luce represents a strategic pivot for Ferrari, even as rivals delay electrification plans.
The four-door, five-seat model features 1,035 horsepower and a button-heavy interior, with pricing set for Italy but US market details yet to be confirmed.
The proposed amendment redefines the term “operating system provider” to exclude software permitting modification and redistribution, potentially sparing major Linux distros from compliance requirements scheduled for 2027.
The Federal Trade Commission has settled allegations that Cox Media, MindSift, and 110 Digital Works misled consumers about a service called Voice Data, which promised to use phone microphones for targeted advertising but delivered nothing of the sort.
The new engine, which represents a major leap from the third version currently powering the game, shows improved visual fidelity but lacks a confirmed release timeline.
As major sporting bodies condemn the event over health risks and fairness, the competition’s business model and investor ties draw fresh criticism.
Huawei has announced an ambition to manufacture 1.4-nanometre semiconductors by 2031, aiming to match the capabilities of industry leaders TSMC and Samsung. The announcement comes amid ongoing US trade restrictions that limit access to specialised manufacturing equipment.
CEO Zeb Evans says restructuring is strategic, not cost-driven, as the nine-year-old firm integrates AI agents into core operations and future products.
Cloud Imperium Games reports over 6.5 million backers have contributed to the space combat simulation, placing it among the most expensive video games ever produced.
The 42,000-word document, released on Monday, establishes a moral framework for artificial intelligence governance following meetings with major tech firms.
The document uses artificial intelligence as a framework to address inequality, democratic erosion, and the consolidation of power among a tech elite, coinciding with reports of US political delays in AI regulation.
Investigators target Andrey Nesterenko and Youssef Zinad for allegedly providing economic resources to EU-sanctioned entities, amid claims the network supported Russian cyber operations.
Founder Dylan Robbins overcomes investor scepticism and the fund’s prior losses in the sector by framing the company’s growth as a diversification play against the AI boom.