Instagram chief likens social media addiction to being hooked on a Netflix show in trial testimony

Furnished content.


Instagram head Adam Mosseri said during the trial that he thinks there can be problematic usage of social media, but disagrees it is addiction.

Read more here

0 comments, click here to add the first

Zhipu leads rally in Chinese AI stocks, surging 30%, as a wave of new releases hits market

Furnished content.


The Shanghai STAR AI Industry Index climbed 1.7% before paring gains.

Read more here

0 comments, click here to add the first

Cisco's stock drops 7% on mediocre forecast even as earnings and revenue top estimates

Furnished content.


Cisco reported revenue growth in the quarter of close to 10%, topping analysts' estimates.

Read more here

0 comments, click here to add the first

I'm a ChatGPT power user, and I can't work without these 7 settings tweaks

Furnished content.


Stop using ChatGPT on factory settings. Here are the top tweaks I use to make it a pro tool.

Read more here

0 comments, click here to add the first

Microsoft just patched 6 zero-days, but you might want to hold off updating - here's why

Furnished content.


I'm normally in favor of updating ASAP, but recent events have given me pause.

Read more here

0 comments, click here to add the first

How to write Linux bash scripts on your Android - and why you'd want to

Furnished content.


Enable the Linux terminal on any Android device, and you can create or practice your bash scripting on the go.

Read more here

0 comments, click here to add the first

Hong Kong proceeds with stablecoin plans despite Beijing's reservations

Furnished content.


Hong Kong's Monetary Authority has proceeded with plans to distribute an initial batch of stablecoin issuer licenses, despite China's prohibitions on crypto.

Read more here

0 comments, click here to add the first

Musk's xAI loses second co-founder in two days

Furnished content.


After SpaceX merger, xAI is shedding co-founders with influential researcher Jimmy Ba the latest to depart.

Read more here

0 comments, click here to add the first

Salesforce employees call on CEO Benioff to cancel ICE 'opportunities'

Furnished content.


More than 1,400 Salesforce employees have signed a letter calling on CEO Marc Benioff to cancel all potential business with the U.S. ICE agency.

Read more here

0 comments, click here to add the first

This flexible phone accessory effectively makes cases pointless for me

Furnished content.


Rugged phone cases may protect your phone from falls, but this device keeps it tethered to prevent drops in the first place.

Read more here

0 comments, click here to add the first

I turned my AirTag into the secret Wi-Fi password key - here's how it works

Furnished content.


NFC tags are so useful and customizable, and it's quite simple to make your own. Here's what you can do with it and how.

Read more here

0 comments, click here to add the first

I took apart a 9,000,000mAh power bank from eBay to learn the truth - here's what's inside

Furnished content.


I often get asked about cheap power banks with hard-to-believe claims. Well, I bought one and tested it. Here's my buying advice.

Read more here

0 comments, click here to add the first

Taiwan rebuffs U.S. push to absorb 40% of its chip supply chain

Furnished content.


Taiwan has told Washington that its proposal to move 40% of Taiwan's semiconductor supply chain is "impossible," according to Vice Premier Cheng Li-chiun.

Read more here

0 comments, click here to add the first

YouTube star MrBeast buys youth-focused financial services app Step

Furnished content.


YouTube star James Stephen Donaldson, better known as Mr. Beast, has acquired youth-focused financial services app Step.

Read more here

0 comments, click here to add the first

CNBC Daily Open: Takaichi and the AI trade in focus this week

Furnished content.


The Takaichi trade is fueled by expectations that her policies will boost equities, while weakening the yen as she prefers looser monetary policy.

Read more here

0 comments, click here to add the first

This Android trick lets me access my phone faster - here's how it works

Furnished content.


Extend Unlock is one of those features every Android user will love once they give it a try.

Read more here

0 comments, click here to add the first

I turned doodles into video clips in minutes with Runway's new AI video tool - here's how

Furnished content.


The company's Motion Sketch feature lowers the barrier between abstract imagination and concrete video outputs. But like all generative AI tools, it has its shortcomings.

Read more here

0 comments, click here to add the first

I created the ultimate Wi-Fi password key with the most unexpected gadget - how it works

Furnished content.


NFC tags are so useful and customizable, and it's quite simple to make your own. Here's what you can do with it and how.

Read more here

0 comments, click here to add the first

Chinese chip designer Montage Technology soars over 50% in Hong Kong debut

Furnished content.


Shares of Chinese chip designer Montage Technology surged 57% in its Hong Kong trading debut on Monday following an initial share sale that raised $902 million.

Read more here

0 comments, click here to add the first

CNBC Daily Open: Watch Japan's yen and government bond yields as Takaichi storms to an election victory

Furnished content.


Japan's Sanae Takaichi and her ruling Liberal Democratic Party overwhelmingly found the support of voters in a Sunday election, sweeping a supermajority.

Read more here

0 comments, click here to add the first

Epstein's Silicon Valley connections went beyond Gates and Musk

Furnished content.


The new Epstein files released by the DOJ show that the deceased financier was able to build relationships across Silicon Valley, from Bill Gates to Peter Thiel.

Read more here

0 comments, click here to add the first

Your LG TV is getting a big audio performance upgrade for free - including these OLED models

Furnished content.


LG has confirmed that select older TVs will soon be compatible with Dolby Atmos FlexConnect with a new software update.

Read more here

0 comments, click here to add the first

The unsurprising reason why your iPhone doesn't have solid-state batteries yet - as good as they are

Furnished content.


Solid-state batteries have significant advantages over lithium-ion batteries. Here's what stands in the way of popularity.

Read more here

0 comments, click here to add the first

The 6 Linux distros I expect to rule 2026 - as someone who's tested hundreds (and for decades)

Furnished content.


Which Linux distributions will rise above the competition in 2026 to dethrone the old guard? Here are my picks.

Read more here

0 comments, click here to add the first

Here are 3 major moments that drove the stock market last week

Furnished content.


It was a volatile week with a market sell-off, a rotation and a snapback.

Read more here

0 comments, click here to add the first

Nearly a thousand Google workers sign letter urging company to divest from ICE, CBP

Furnished content.


Hundreds of Google workers signed an open letter urging the company to cut its ties with ICE and CBP after rising violence.

Read more here

0 comments, click here to add the first

Elon Musk wants to be a trillionaire here's how SpaceX may get him there

Furnished content.


Elon Musk's net worth soared past $800 billion this week after he merged SpaceX with xAI in a deal that valued the combined entity at $1.25 trillion.

Read more here

0 comments, click here to add the first

This USB-C accessory gave my iPhone and Android an unexpectedly useful superpower

Furnished content.


If you enjoy being outdoors but are prone to insect bites, this unusual accessory could be a game-changer.

Read more here

0 comments, click here to add the first

This $20 TV gadget makes paying for streaming services feel like a bigger waste to me

Furnished content.


Over-the-air TV antennas give you access to local news, sports, and entertainment channels for free, making them a great alternative to pricey streaming services.

Read more here

0 comments, click here to add the first

Watching football? Change these 5 settings on your TV for better performance instantly

Furnished content.


Making a few simple adjustments to your TV's basic settings can instantly enhance the picture quality ahead of this weekend's big game.

Read more here

0 comments, click here to add the first

Jim Cramer: Amazon spending looks painful but it's not a reason to sell the stock

Furnished content.


Amazon shares fell 7% on Friday after management issued a 2026 capital expenditures guide of $200 billion.

Read more here

0 comments, click here to add the first

Tech AI spending may approach $700 billion this year, but the blow to cash raises red flags

Furnished content.


Tech's megacaps announced major increases in capex spend for 2026, and now investors are preparing for cash to dwindle.

Read more here

0 comments, click here to add the first

This Bluetooth Auracast receiver made me take my home theater setup much more seriously

Furnished content.


Sennheiser's RS 275 TV headphone bundle delivers one of the flexible in-home entertainment experiences I've reviewed.

Read more here

0 comments, click here to add the first

Your Android phone feeling slow? My 4-step refresh routine works wonders every time

Furnished content.


A few taps and swipes are all it takes to make your old phone feel brand new.

Read more here

0 comments, click here to add the first

OpenAI executives were on a tear this week trying to quell critics

Furnished content.


CEO Sam Altman and several OpenAI executives stepped into a "food fight" over Anthropic's Super Bowl ad and threw jabs at Elon Musk.

Read more here

0 comments, click here to add the first

Why doesn't my iPhone have a solid-state battery yet? I found out (and can't even be mad)

Furnished content.


Solid-state batteries have significant advantages over lithium-ion batteries. Here's what stands in the way of mass distribution.

Read more here

0 comments, click here to add the first

Why Amazon's CEO is 'confident' with $200 billion spending plan

Furnished content.


The company boosted its 2026 capital expenditures to $200 billion, with most of the spending going to data centers.

Read more here

0 comments, click here to add the first

Sony vs. Bose isn't a draw when it comes to open-style earbuds - here's how they differ

Furnished content.


Sony has entered the open earbuds market with the LinkBuds Clip, but how do they compare to their esteemed Bose rival?

Read more here

0 comments, click here to add the first

AI fears pummel software stocks: Is it 'illogical' panic or a SaaS apocalypse?

Furnished content.


The software space is facing serious market concerns this week, after the release of new AI tools from AI triggered a market sell-off.

Read more here

0 comments, click here to add the first

Are your AI Chrome extensions spying on you? What to watch for

Furnished content.


Coding, transcription, and other productivity tools proved the most invasive, although several other categories are worth watching as well, new research shows.

Read more here

0 comments, click here to add the first

Tesla maintains competitive showing in China-made EV sales despite industry headwinds

Furnished content.


Tesla remained a strong contender in China's electric vehicle scene, as the company's China-produced EV sales grew modestly in January from the year before.

Read more here

0 comments, click here to add the first

I compared flagship soundbars from Sonos and Samsung - this model's staying under my TV

Furnished content.


Upgrading your home theater with one of the best soundbars isn't a decision you make on the fly. Here's what you should consider first.

Read more here

0 comments, click here to add the first

China's Hong Kong-listed tech stocks enter bear market as tax and AI fears take hold

Furnished content.


Chinese technology stocks have slid into bear market territory, marking a sharp reversal from last year's rally.

Read more here

0 comments, click here to add the first

Sony profit jumps 22% in December quarter, beating expectations and lifting full-year outlook

Furnished content.


Sony posted a stronger-than-expected rebound in operating profit for the December quarter and lifted its full-year forecast.

Read more here

0 comments, click here to add the first

Shares of Arm plunge 8% after licensing revenue misses estimates, Qualcomm outlook adds pressure

Furnished content.


Shares of UK-based semiconductor designer Arm Holdings fell in aftermarket trading, despite the company posting record revenues amid AI demand.

Read more here

0 comments, click here to add the first

I took apart the new AirTag 2 and found a serious flaw in Apple's popular tracker

Furnished content.


I disabled the new AirTag's speaker in two minutes with just one tool. Here's why that's a major problem.

Read more here

0 comments, click here to add the first

Linux Mint vs. Zorin OS: I've tried both Windows alternatives, and here's my winner

Furnished content.


Linux Mint and Zorin OS are both popular Linux distros - but which one should you use? Here's my advice after weeks of testing.

Read more here

0 comments, click here to add the first

Fastmail Donates USD 10,000 to The Perl and Raku Foundation

Furnished content.


2025 was a tough year for The Perl and Raku Foundation (TPRF). Funds were sorely needed. The community grants program had been paused due to budget constraints and we were in danger of needing to pause the Perl 5 core maintenance grants. Fastmail stepped up with a USD 10,000 donation and helped TPRF to continue to support Perl 5 core maintenance. Ricardo Signes explains why Fastmail helped keep this very important work on track.

Perl has served us quite well since Fastmail’s inception. We’ve built up a large code base that has continued to work, grow, and improve over twenty years. We’ve stuck with Perl because Perl stuck with us: it kept working and growing and improving, and very rarely did those improvements require us to stop the world and adapt to onerous changes. We know that kind of stability is, in part, a function of the developers of Perl, whose time is spent figuring out how to make Perl better without also making it worse. The money we give toward those efforts is well-spent, because it keeps the improvements coming and the language reliable. Ricardo Signes, Director & Chief Developer Experience Officer, Fastmail

0 comments, click here to add the first

I tried this bizarre wireless charger for my Apple Watch - it's surprisingly useful

Furnished content.


If your Apple Watch is just as important as your iPhone, this snap charger is a compelling charging solution.

Read more here

0 comments, click here to add the first

'Muskonomy' shakeup: SpaceX valuation approaches Tesla's after merger with xAI

Furnished content.


Elon Musk is now overseeing two companies worth over $1 trillion, at least on paper.

Read more here

0 comments, click here to add the first

Nintendo shares sink 10% as gaming giant faces memory shortage concerns

Furnished content.


Nintendo is facing pressure this year from a shortage in memory chips a key component in its gaming consoles that has resulted in surging prices.

Read more here

0 comments, click here to add the first

Pinterest CEO rebukes, fires 'obstructionist' employees who created tool to track layoffs

Furnished content.


Pinterest CEO Bill Ready lashed out at staffers who created an internal tool to track layoffs at the company, and fired those involved.

Read more here

0 comments, click here to add the first

Best Buy is basically giving you a free Samsung TV with this OLED deal - how it works

Furnished content.


Get $1,100 off the 65-inch Samsung S84F and get a 32-inch Samsung smart TV for free with this early Super Bowl deal.

Read more here

0 comments, click here to add the first

Cast-Iron Community: Your Chance to Sponsor TPRC 2026

Furnished content.


“Perl is my cast-iron pan - reliable, versatile, durable, and continues to beever so useful.” TPRC 2026 brings together acommunity that embodies all of these qualities, and we’re looking for sponsorsto help make this special gathering possible.

About the Conference

Why Sponsor?

• Give back to the language and communities which have already given so much to you
• Connect with the developers and craftspeople who build your tools – the ones that are built to last
• Help to ensure that The Perl and Raku Foundation can continue to fund Perl 5 core maintenance and Community Grants

Sponsorship Tiers

Platinum Sponsor ($6,000)

• Only 1 sponsorship is available at this level
• Premium logo placement on conference website
• This donation qualifies your organization to be a Bronze Level Sponsor of The Perl and Raku Foundation
• 5-minute speaking slot during opening ceremony
• 2 complimentary conference passes
• Priority choice of rollup banner placement
• Logo prominently displayed on conference badges
• First choice of major named sponsorship (Conference Dinner, T-shirts, or Swag Bags)
• Logo on main stage backdrop and conference banners
• Social media promotion
• All benefits of lower tiers

Gold Sponsor ($4,000)

• Logo on all conference materials
• One complimentary conference pass
• Rollup banner on display
• Choice of named sponsorship (Lunch or Snacks)
• Logo on backdrop and banners
• Dedicated social media recognition
• All benefits of lower tiers

Silver Sponsor ($2,000)

• Logo on conference website
• Logo on backdrop and banners
• Choice of smaller named sponsorship (Beverage Bars)
• Social media mention
• All benefits of lower tier

Bronze Sponsor ($1,000)

• Name/logo on conference website
• Name/logo on backdrop and banners

All Sponsors Receive

• Logo/name in Update::Daily conference newsletter sidebar
• Opportunity to provide materials for conference swag bags
• Recognition during opening and closing ceremonies
• Listed on conference website sponsor page
• Mentioned in conference social media

Named Sponsorship Opportunities

• Conference Dinner ($2,000) - Signage on tables and buffet
• Conference Swag Bags ($1,500) - Logo on bags
• Conference T-Shirts ($1,500) - Logo on sleeve
• Lunches ($1,500) - Signage at pickup and on menu tickets
• Snacks ($1,000) - Signage at snack bar
• Update::Daily Printing ($200) - Logo on masthead

About The Perl and Raku Foundation

Contact Information

0 comments, click here to add the first

Onboarding new AI hires calls for context engineering - here's your 3-step action plan

Furnished content.


Your company culture is the intangible knowledge new employees will absorb over time. But AI agents need all of it, all at once. Here's how to engineer the context.

Read more here

0 comments, click here to add the first

Samsung is slashing this 65-inch QLED TV and soundbar bundle by 50% for a limited time

Furnished content.


Samsung will sell you a 65-inch QN1EF Neo QLED TV and HW-S700D soundbar for under $1,200 now, just in time for the Super Bowl and the Winter Olympics.

Read more here

0 comments, click here to add the first

I didn't trust the 'dog-proof' USB-C cable claim, so I tried something sharper instead

Furnished content.


These Galvanox USB-C to USB-C cables are reinforced with stainless steel. Here's how they handled my stress tests.

Read more here

0 comments, click here to add the first

Musk's xAI needs SpaceX deal for the money. Data centers in space are still a dream

Furnished content.


In merging SpaceX with xAI, Elon Musk may be providing his artificial intelligence startup with a much-needed cash infusion.

Read more here

0 comments, click here to add the first

CNBC Daily Open: India and U.S. strike a trade deal, and markets shrug off precious metals rout

Furnished content.


As part of the deal, New Delhi will "BUY AMERICAN" at "a much higher level," and stop buying oil from Russia, according to Trump.

Read more here

0 comments, click here to add the first

Why the Windows laptop I recommend to most business users isn't a ThinkPad or XPS

Furnished content.


Asus' ExpertBook Ultra is as ultraportable as it is powerful, with Intel's flagship Panther Lake chip and a vibrant OLED display.

Read more here

0 comments, click here to add the first

Why I still recommend this Oura Ring alternative with no subscriptions in 2026

Furnished content.


RingConn's second-generation smart ring is competitively priced, and doesn't lock your data behind subscription fees.

Read more here

0 comments, click here to add the first

SoftBank subsidiary to work with Intel on next-gen memory for AI

Furnished content.


A SoftBank subsidiary has signed a collaboration agreement with Intel to commercialize "next-generation memory technology."

Read more here

0 comments, click here to add the first

Is Google's new $8 AI Plus plan worth it? How it compares to the $20 Pro subscription

Furnished content.


Want more Gemini without paying for Pro? Google AI Plus might be for you. Here's what it includes.

Read more here

0 comments, click here to add the first

United Arab Emirates' 'Spy Sheikh' bought secret stake in Trump crypto company: WSJ

Furnished content.


This is corruption, plain and simple," said Massachusetts Sen. Elizabeth Warren, the top Democrat on the Senate Banking Committee.

Read more here

0 comments, click here to add the first

Ring vs. Blink: I compared Amazon's two biggest security brands, and here's my winner

Furnished content.


Both Ring and Blink dominate the security camera market, but they couldn't be more different. Here's the breakdown.

Read more here

0 comments, click here to add the first

Windows 11 Home vs. Windows 11 Pro: How to decide which edition to upgrade your PC to

Furnished content.


Windows 11 Pro offers more control - but is it worth the extra money? Here's my two cents, as someone who's used both.

Read more here

0 comments, click here to add the first

Best Buy is selling last year's Sony flagship OLED for $1,100 off - and I highly recommend the TV

Furnished content.


Sony's Bravia 8 II is worth every penny of its retail price, but it's even better when you can snag one for this much off.

Read more here

0 comments, click here to add the first

I changed 3 settings on my Sonos soundbar to instantly improve the audio performance

Furnished content.


If you're disappointed with your soundbar's sound performance, these simple (and free) tweaks helped mine significantly.

Read more here

0 comments, click here to add the first

Here is what caused the wild swings in our 34-stock portfolio last week

Furnished content.


The S&P 500 closed lower Friday after briefly topping 7,000 for the first time ever Wednesday.

Read more here

0 comments, click here to add the first

5 Windows apps I always install on new PCs, and why I can't recommend them enough

Furnished content.


For productivity, entertainment, and a better overall experience, check out these services I use regularly.

Read more here

0 comments, click here to add the first