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Who Is Linda Yaccarino, Elon Musk’s Pick to Run Twitter?

Known as the “velvet hammer,” the ad exec could be just what the social media company needs

Insider Trading Convictions Have Come to the World of NFTs

The case involves someone using their position at the marketplace OpenSea for illicit gains

Oh Boy, There's an AI Joe Rogan Now

Rogan himself seems a little unnerved by it

Palm Payment Trials Are Now Starting in Starbucks

It’s using Amazon One, Amazon’s contactless payment system that involves a palm scan

Twitter’s Next Big Change Could Benefit Media Publishers

According to Elon Musk, another consequential new feature will be in place sometime in May

One of the UK’s Biggest Architecture Firms Uses AI in an Unexpected Way

Zaha Hadid Architects' Patrik Schumacher said "most" projects now include AI

Did a Financial Aid Startup Defraud JPMorgan Chase?

Frank was acquired in 2021 for $175 million

Want to Know How Well Twitter Is Doing? Don’t Rely on Elon Musk.

The CEO has a reputation for distorting the truth and being his own hype man

Google Employees Called AI Chatbot Bard a "Pathological Liar" Before Launch

Workers who tested the tool raised concerns about misinformation and safety

Bose 700 vs. Sony WH-1000XM5: Which Noise-Canceling Headphones Are Right for You?

Two top tier active noise-cancelling headphones go head-to-head

25 AI Avatars Lived in a Small Town Together. Here’s What Happened

It’s probably not much different than the small town you grew up in, except it being virtual and all

The Hidden Costs of Advanced Car-Safety Systems

Repairs once considered minor have turned into expensive headaches with potentially dangerous outcomes

What’s the Deal With Airplane Mode on Planes?

Tom Wambsgans's momentous inflight call in "Succession" raises some questions

FBI Issues Another Warning About Public Phone Charging Stations

If you want to avoid malware, don't use chargers at the airport or mall

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The Best Gifts Under $50, Because Good Doesn’t Have to Mean Expensive

We've got the classics, like holiday-blend coffee and cozy sweaters, as well as plenty of picks you won't find elsewhere

The Best Gifts to Give Gen-Z, According to Gen-Zers

What the young and restless really want this holiday season

The Best Black Friday Tech Deals to Shop Right Now

'Tis the season for heavily-discounted gadgets from Amazon, Best Buy, Target and many more

Review: We Tried the Most Powerful Body Sculptor on the Market

The HigherDose Body Sculptor sits at the same price point, but with more horsepower and bigger results

The Labor Day Sales Have Landed

Our 50 favorite sales (and counting), running the gamut from style to tech

From Our EIC: Taking a Moment to Drown Out the Noise

A note on performative judgement, and the headphones you'll need to tune it out

Review: Can This Ingenious Device Replace Traditional Sleep Aids?

Lunette combines scent, vibration and breathwork to promote deeper sleep. It’s also the first sleep aid that’s worked for me.

China Makes Brain Implant Technology a Priority

Can Chinese brain-computer interfaces best those from American companies like Neuralink?

Ray-Ban Meta Sunglasses, the Ultimate Father’s Day Gift, Are on Sale

Ray-Ban Meta Wayfarers combine top-tier tech with an iconic sunglasses frame. They also make a great present for dad.

The Dumbest Way to Accelerate the Water Crisis

AI isn’t only turning our brains to mush, it’s sucking our country dry in the process

Take It From a Woman: Using AI Isn’t Sexy

I'm begging you to use your real brain

The Analog Life: 50 Ways to Unplug and Feel Human Again

There’s life beyond the infinite scroll. We put together a toolkit of habits, routines and products to help you live more intentionally.

Report: Meta AI Shown Engaging in Explicit Chats With Underage Users

An investigation from “The Wall Street Journal” found unsettling activity from the voice assistants, even those that mimic celebrities

Google Is Making It Easier For Your Friends to Find You

Find My Device now has a social component