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Bankrupt Nikola wants to sell its whole business by April

Electric trucking startup Nikola is hoping to sell what remains of its whole business as early as April, lawyers for the company told a judge Thursday during the first hearing of its bankruptcy case in Delaware. The lawyers claimed Nikola already has at least three interested buyers (who they did not name) and that the […] 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.

Published on: February 20, 2025 | Source: TechCrunch favicon TechCrunch

OpenAI’s GPT-4.5 May Arrive Next Week, but GPT-5 Is Just Around the Corner

The next landmark version of OpenAI's ChatGPT could use GPT-5, but don't start assuming this will have any semblance of "AGI."

Published on: February 20, 2025 | Source: Gizmodo favicon Gizmodo

Star Trek: Voyagerβ€˜s First Brush With Getting Home Is One of Its Best

Thirty years ago today, 'Eye of the Needle' gave Voyager an impossible scenario, and gave it a perfectly Star Trek solution.

Published on: February 20, 2025 | Source: Gizmodo favicon Gizmodo

A $599 iPhone 16e is a cruel joke

The $599 iPhone 16e is many things, but don't you dare call it a budget phone. I hesitate to even call it "cheap." As a successor to the $429 iPhone SE, it's hard not to see the 16e as a disappointment. Sure, it's $200 less than the vanilla iPhone 16 (which I argued was a great deal at launch), and the 16e also packs in the latest A18 chip with support for Apple Intelligence. But it's no longer a small phone, and it...

Published on: February 20, 2025 | Source: Engadget favicon Engadget

Stalkerware apps Cocospy and Spyic are exposing phone data of millions of people

A bug in the Android and iPhone monitoring operations allows anyone to access private data exfiltrated from a victim's device. 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.

Published on: February 20, 2025 | Source: TechCrunch favicon TechCrunch

The best floodlights for outdoor security of 2025

Our top picks for the best outdoor security flood lights include motion detection, cameras, and adjustable brightness to fit your needs-- and provide peace of mind.

Published on: February 20, 2025 | Source: ZDNet favicon ZDNet

Strategy Details Plan to Raise $2 Billion to Buy Even More Bitcoin

Strategy, formerly MicroStrategy, shared its latest plan to raise funds to buy Bitcoin: Sell $2 billion of bonds that convert into stock.

Published on: February 20, 2025 | Source: Decrypt favicon Decrypt

Meta claims torrenting pirated books isn’t illegal without proof of seeding

Meta’s copyright defense may hinge on court ignorance of torrenting terminology.

Published on: February 20, 2025 | Source: Ars Technica favicon Ars Technica

5 products Apple quietly killed while it rolled out iPhone 16e this week

The newest iPhone looks like a promising entry-level device for consumers, but its unveiling also meant the end for these products and services.

Published on: February 20, 2025 | Source: ZDNet favicon ZDNet

I won’t be buying an iPhone 16e for anyone in my family, here’s why

Apple’s iPhone 16e is a strange duck. When one sits down and considers the specs, it’s hard to figure out where it truly fits into Apple’s lineup. It’s apparent from the name that Apple wants you to see it as the new junior member of the iPhone 16 lineup. That’s certainly fair, and it’s arguably […]

Published on: February 20, 2025 | Source: Digital Trends favicon Digital Trends

Meet the Android Studio Team: A Conversation with Engineering Director, Tor Norbye

Posted by Ashley Tschudin – Social Media Specialist, MTP at Google Welcome to "Meet the Android Studio Team," our new ongoing blog series. Each week, we'll introduce you to the talented people behind Android Studio. Get to know the engineers, designers, product managers, and more who create the best possible experience for Android developers like you. Join us and explore their unique perspectives. Tor Norbye: Building...

Published on: February 20, 2025 | Source: Android Developers Blog favicon Android Developers Blog

Meta starts accepting sign-ups for Community Notes on Facebook, Instagram, and Threads

Meta announced in a blog post on Thursday that it’s now accepting sign-ups for its Community Notes program on Facebook, Instagram, and Threads. The announcement follows Meta news last month that it’s going to end its third-party fact-checking program and is instead moving to a Community Notes model similar to the one at X. In […] 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.

Published on: February 20, 2025 | Source: TechCrunch favicon TechCrunch

European Central Bank Takes Step Toward Blockchain-Based Payments System

The ECB’s plans to build a payments system on distributed-ledger technology could lead to the issuance of a digital euro.

Published on: February 20, 2025 | Source: Decrypt favicon Decrypt

Mercedes-AMG F1 City Edition E-Bike: High-Octane Performance on Two Wheels

Yet another example of, β€œthe best or nothing,” the Mercedes-AMG F1 City Edition e-bike will make your day. This is no ordinary commuter e-bike – it’s an adrenaline machine packed with premium design and raw power. Whether you’re zipping around city streets or enjoying a winding country road, wherever you ride you will be in […]

Published on: February 20, 2025 | Source: Digital Trends favicon Digital Trends

Google’s phone app can now filter out spam and unknown calls from your call log

Your call log is about to get a lot less cluttered with Google's latest update.

Published on: February 20, 2025 | Source: Android Authority favicon Android Authority

Broadcom founder Henry Samueli to receive the IEEE's Medal of Honor award

The broadband pioneer and Broadcom founder will receive the IEEE's top honor for 2025, as well as a $2 award.

Published on: February 20, 2025 | Source: Tom's Hardware favicon Tom's Hardware

Grand Theft Auto V on PC is finally getting ray tracing and some graphics options

GTA V on PC gets a long-awaited next-gen console parity update adding RT and other missing effects.

Published on: February 20, 2025 | Source: Tom's Hardware favicon Tom's Hardware

Tesla to test virtual queues at Supercharging locations

Road rage has been around for a while. A newer phenomenon that’s cropping up is EV charging rage β€” the feeling when a fellow EV owner cuts the line to grab one of the only working charge ports. It’s common enough that people posted altercations between EV drivers on social media and forums. In at […] 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.

Published on: February 20, 2025 | Source: TechCrunch favicon TechCrunch

Among Us VR is being transformed into a traditional 3D game for PC

Among Us VR has proven itself to be a major hit since first being released back in 2022. Now, developers Innersloth and Schell Games have announced they are rejiggering the virtual reality title for traditional PC players. Among Us 3D is playable without a headset and will be available via Steam in the near future. This title keeps the core gameplay loop from the original, but shifts to a first-person perspective. It's...

Published on: February 20, 2025 | Source: Engadget favicon Engadget

Why I’m Not Sad Apple Killed the Home Button With the iPhone 16e

Long live the Home button, the last physical manifestation of the early days of the iPhone.

Published on: February 20, 2025 | Source: Gizmodo favicon Gizmodo

European Central Bank ramps up wholesale CBDC platform development

European Central Bank leaders insist on greater centralization and tighter regulations amid macroeconomic challenges.

Published on: February 20, 2025 | Source: Cointelegraph favicon Cointelegraph

Nickelodeon’s next Avatar animated series is finally coming together

Rumours about the next mainline Avatar series have been circulating ever since Nickelodeon announced that Michael DiMartino and Bryan Konietzko were returning to lead Avatar Studios. But now, we finally know a bit more about where the franchise is heading after The Legend of Korra. Today, Nickelodeon announced that the Avatar saga (which began with […]

Published on: February 20, 2025 | Source: The Verge favicon The Verge

Small study suggests dark mode doesn’t save much power for very human reasons

LCD screens, dominant in laptops and tablets, tend to get turned way up.

Published on: February 20, 2025 | Source: Ars Technica favicon Ars Technica

Luminkey Magger 68 HE Review: Small and speedy

The Magger 68 is a compact, wired magnetic gaming keyboard with a 68-percent layout, a solid build, and up to an 8,000 Hz polling rate.

Published on: February 20, 2025 | Source: Tom's Hardware favicon Tom's Hardware

RTX 5070 Ti restocks expected within 2-6 weeks, says UK retailer β€” All sold out on launch day

All RTX 50 GPUs have been sold out at a major UK retailer, and supply constraints could keep you waiting for the RTX 5070 Ti until early April.

Published on: February 20, 2025 | Source: Tom's Hardware favicon Tom's Hardware

Samsung Galaxy S25 review: A fine phone with an identity crisis

Want a small, snappy, and sleek $800 phone? The Galaxy S25 is a fantastic deal. Just don’t waste brain cells over concepts like upgrades or competitive value.

Published on: February 20, 2025 | Source: Digital Trends favicon Digital Trends

Figure AI Is Supercharging Humanoid Robotsβ€”Here's How It Works

Fresh off its split from OpenAI, Figure AI's new model lets humanoid robots grab anything, work together, and respond to spoken commands.

Published on: February 20, 2025 | Source: Decrypt favicon Decrypt

How to make the most of the iPhone's Action Button

The Action button is available on nearly every iPhone Apple sells, offering a quick way to access a feature, app or shortcut on your phone, just by pushing a button. It can be a flashlight, activate a smart home routine or let you access any number of custom shortcuts without having to unlock your phone and pick through apps. Apple added the Action Button on the iPhone 15 Pro as a replacement for the iPhone's original...

Published on: February 20, 2025 | Source: Engadget favicon Engadget

ECB eyes blockchain-based payment settlement layer

The European Central Bank (ECB) is working to establish a blockchain-based payment system that will allow financial institutions to settle transactions using central bank money, Bloomberg News reported on Feb. 20. ECB executive board member Piero Cipollone said the project is a step toward improving financial market efficiency through innovation. Phased approach The project will […] The post ECB eyes blockchain-based...

Published on: February 20, 2025 | Source: CryptoSlate favicon CryptoSlate

Joe Rogan Is No Longer the King of Podcasts

MeidasTouch becomes most listened to show as Rogan keeps preaching the gospel of Elon Musk.

Published on: February 20, 2025 | Source: Gizmodo favicon Gizmodo

Kash Patel, Trump Media Board Member and QAnon Conspiracy Theorist, Confirmed as FBI Director

"We're going to come after the people in the media who lied about American citizens," Patel said in 2023.

Published on: February 20, 2025 | Source: Gizmodo favicon Gizmodo

Today’s Android app deals and freebies: Human Fall Flat, SpongeBob Cosmic Shake, more

Thursday afternoon’s collection of the best Android game and app deals are now ready to roll down below. Joining today’s Google Play offers, we also have deals on Samsung’s M8 Smart Monitor at $300 off, a new Amazon low on Chipolo’s wallet card Google Find My Device tracker, and some particularly notable discounts on Galaxy Watch Ultra – it is now $230 off with all color and band options at the ready. As for the apps,...

Published on: February 20, 2025 | Source: 9to5Google favicon 9to5Google

Pixel Phone app rolls out call interface redesign, history filters

Google today is out with a blog post recapping Pixel Call Assist features that also confirms the rollout of the call UI redesign and Recents filters. more…

Published on: February 20, 2025 | Source: 9to5Google favicon 9to5Google

Ghost Ransomware Targets Orgs in 70+ Countries

The China-backed threat group often acts swiftly, going from initial access to compromise in just one day, a behavior atypical of cybercriminal groups.

Published on: February 20, 2025 | Source: Dark Reading favicon Dark Reading

Apple unveils iPhone 16e, new Studio Display rumors, Siri delays

Benjamin and Chance discuss the newly announced iPhone 16e, some peculiarities in feature omissions, and exactly what market a lower-cost iPhone actually serves. There’s also exciting new rumors about a second-generation Studio Display, and more doubts about whether Apple will be able to deliver Siri intelligence features in the short-term. And in Happy Hour Plus, Humane shuts up shop and sells to HP. We reflect on the...

Published on: February 20, 2025 | Source: 9to5Mac favicon 9to5Mac