
The Verge releases 2026 Mother's Day gift guide
Recommendations range from smart home automation to self-care tools and journals designed to preserve family stories.
Technology, AI, platforms, chips, and the race to define the next digital order.

Recommendations range from smart home automation to self-care tools and journals designed to preserve family stories.
The proposed valuation represents more than double the amount the company reportedly sought earlier this year, reflecting a surge in demand for clean energy to support artificial intelligence data centres.
During the Musk v. Altman trial, Brockman defended his financial interests while asserting his mission remains secondary to OpenAI's goals, as Judge Yvonne Gonzalez Rogers rules on admissibility of threatening messages.
During the second week of proceedings, Brockman was cross-examined by Musk's counsel on discrepancies between his testimony and internal documents from circa 2017.

While contents remain unconfirmed, the shift in container weights suggests a change from previous Steam Deck-only shipments

Following years of financial losses and a failed merger with JetBlue, the airline's final shutdown was triggered by a surge in aviation fuel costs driven by the Iran War and the Strait of Hormuz crisis.

The original author of the Windows-exclusive text editor has publicly rejected the Mac version, citing misleading trademark usage and security concerns regarding AI-assisted development.

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission has reached a settlement with the Elon Musk Revocable Trust regarding late disclosure of 2022 stock purchases, resolving a dispute over beneficial ownership reporting that originated during the $44 billion takeover of Twitter.

The offering, priced between $115 and $125 per share, marks a potential return to public markets after a 2024 delay linked to regulatory scrutiny of a major investor.

Security firm Theori confirms the bug affects Red Hat, Ubuntu and other enterprise systems, though the exploit requires chaining with other vulnerabilities or social engineering tactics.

The agreement concludes a years-long legal battle regarding the timing of Musk's acquisition of more than five per cent of the social media platform, though the penalty awaits final court approval.

Reports indicate the US government is considering a regulatory framework that mirrors the multi-layered oversight currently used by the UK, though the initiative faces uncertainty.

The Northern District of California has granted preliminary approval to a class action settlement alleging Sony restricted third-party retailers, though individual payouts are expected to be minimal.

A security technique involving unique bogus entries allowed regulators to identify the source of a breach before issuing a court order to shut down the offending website.

Hardware upgrades and competitive pricing strategies mark the latest move in the smart home sector as the device hits a new low.
A prominent developer is migrating projects from the Bun runtime to pnpm, citing fears that the tool will suffer the same reliability and billing issues plaguing Anthropic's own AI coding assistant.

Following protocol updates by the GSM Association, the latest beta update adds a lock icon to indicate encrypted status in the Messages app

The guide evaluates installation ease, battery life, and connectivity standards, identifying the Aqara Smart Lock U50 as the leading choice for general use.

Studios including Frontier Developments and NPC Studio present over 50 titles in a showcase following the broader Summer Game Fest 2026.

Despite accumulating hundreds of citations and half a million readers, the paper is now deemed invalid by the journal publisher

Investors and consumers alike are watching the smart home sector closely as SwitchBot offers a limited-time deal on its rechargeable button pusher, which allows for remote control of physical switches on appliances.

Image and video model releases generate 6.5 times more downloads than conversational AI upgrades, but only OpenAI's GPT-4o has successfully monetised the surge.

Linxi News reports on the latest capital raise by Haun's independent firm, which now manages over $2 billion in assets according to PitchBook estimates.

The inaugural prototype, dubbed a 'Familiar', features an animal-esque design and touch-sensitive coat, marking a strategic shift away from utilitarian chores toward emotional engagement.

The proposal suggests combining physical retail networks with digital platforms to enhance authentication and live commerce, though analysts question how the smaller company can fund the transaction.

The 2026 season resumes in Miami with significant changes to energy harvesting rules; Ferrari and Red Bull face challenges while Williams shows improvement

The U.S. Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency has listed the flaw in its Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog with a strict deadline for government agencies to patch.
Analysis of US labour market data indicates that negative demand shocks cause significant drops in cognitive scores among men aged 51 to 64.

Analysis of data from over 40,000 schools suggests bans may cause short-term disruption but offer little long-term benefit for attendance or attention.

Developer Dinosaur Polo Club has launched a voting campaign to determine the next official map for the traffic simulation, with results due by 15 May.

Judge clarifies proceedings concern the validity of the trust agreement rather than general AI safety risks as the three-week hearing begins.

The publication's reviews team curates a selection of verified deals on hydroponic gardens, cookware, and wearables, noting that specific pricing details remain unquantified in the report.

AMD engineer Harry Wentland confirms the patch series resolves previous licensing and driver limitations affecting the Steam Machine and other Linux devices.
Reports from Android Headlines and The Verge highlight a possible reduction in RAM for the upcoming smartphone lineup, with implications for pricing and performance.

The device, developed by Familiar Machines & Magic, aims to combat loneliness through physical interaction and nonverbal sounds.

Founded by Bret Taylor, the firm reports over 40 per cent of the Fortune 50 as customers and recently achieved $150 million in annual recurring revenue.

The sole expert witness for Elon Musk in the OpenAI trial has cautioned against an unregulated competition among frontier AI labs, a warning that mirrors broader calls for legislative intervention on data centre construction.

Anthropic and OpenAI have simultaneously announced partnerships with private equity and hedge funds to deploy engineering teams via a forward-deployed model, aiming to capture value from portfolio companies ahead of potential IPOs.

With major tech giants retreating from community management tools, the new service offers custom feeds and moderation capabilities on a custom pricing model before shifting to a tiered SaaS structure
Regulators are overturning industry practices that prioritised device longevity over repairability, setting a strict compliance deadline for manufacturers.

Developers and cast members discussed the narrative and world of the upcoming game during a half-hour presentation streamed to Xbox partners

The Department of Homeland Security has demanded location data and activity logs from Google regarding an unnamed Canadian man, citing the Tariff Act of 1930 in a move that civil liberties groups argue exploits the geographic status of big tech firms.

A ruling on the admissibility of a threatening communication is expected today from Judge Yvonne Gonzalez Rogers, potentially revealing Musk's stance before OpenAI President Greg Brockman takes the stand.

The ride-hailing giant is integrating hotel bookings via Expedia, launching in-car refreshment services, and creating an AI clone of its chief executive to streamline internal operations.

Amazon Supply Chain Services (ASCS) allows businesses in sectors ranging from automotive to food to store inventory and utilise Amazon's delivery vehicles, marking a strategic shift from its 2023 pilot programme.

Citizenship status, race, and details regarding incarcerated family members were inadvertently exposed to major technology platforms, prompting immediate regulatory action in Washington D.C. and Virginia.

Amazon Supply Chain Services targets healthcare, automotive, manufacturing, and retail sectors with capabilities previously reserved for third-party marketplace sellers.

The new Polar ID platform operates beneath OLED screens without notches or punch-holes, targeting mass production in 2027 and consumer release in 2028.