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Does Google even want to win at AI?
Google has reorganised its AI division, Google DeepMind, prompting debate over whether the company is falling behind rivals in the race to develop leading AI systems. The Verge’s Decoder podcast examines whether the changes reflect a strategic refocus or a crisis, particularly given Google’s vast resources, data, distribution and ability to integrate AI across its…
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Bumble divides users by ditching its signature ‘women-first’ chat rule
Bumble is ending its long-standing rule that only women could send the first message after matching, a change that removes its most distinctive feature. The company says trials showed higher engagement and that users want greater flexibility, but the move has divided its community, with some saying it makes Bumble indistinguishable from other dating apps.…
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In a first, US will allow some private firms to carry out cyberattacks
The US government will, for the first time, permit vetted private companies to conduct offensive cyber operations against overseas criminal gangs and hackers under federal supervision. The White House says the policy could help tackle ransomware, financial fraud and sextortion, but it represents a major departure from the previous rule that private firms could defend…
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Pokémon FireRed and LeafGreen Update Coming This October, as Ruby and Sapphire Speculation Swirls
Nintendo Switch versions of Pokémon FireRed and LeafGreen will be updated with Pokémon Home support this fall, as speculation mounts that Ruby, Sapphire and Emerald ports are also on the way.
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Former RCA Executive Val Pensa Launches Moonstruck Management & Marketing Firm
Pensa, who was head of marketing at RCA for five years, is a multi-time Women In Music honoree.
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Rivian’s 2027 changes include its No. 1 most-requested feature
Pricing hasn’t changed, and now you can get captain’s chairs for the R1S.
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Are teens on ebikes the ‘new Hells Angels’? Not so fast, boomers
The article argues that sensational coverage of teenagers riding powerful electric two-wheelers risks conflating illegal e-motorcycles and modified vehicles with lawful electric bicycles. While reckless riding and fatal crashes have prompted concern and enforcement action, experts say indiscriminate restrictions could undermine the wider benefits of e-bikes as affordable, lower-emission transport. Authorities are responding to vehicles…
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Quiet luxury has come for wearables
The article argues that screenless wearables such as smart rings, fitness bands and continuous glucose monitors are becoming popular because they collect extensive health data without constantly demanding attention. This matters because it signals a shift away from smartwatches’ notification-heavy, all-purpose approach towards devices that are deliberately quieter and less intrusive. The author describes wearing…
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Pokémon Bank Is Shutting Down In February 2027
While FireRed and LeafGreen will be added to Pokémon Home. The Pokémon Company has announced that it will be ending service for the 3DS app Pokémon Bank on 27th February 2027. So this means that the ability to transfer creatures from Pokémon Bank to Pokémon Home will cease from that date. The company has advised…