Americas
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Boston Dynamics CEO Robert Playter is stepping down after six years
Robert Playter, CEO of Boston Dynamics, announced on Tuesday that he is stepping down from his role effective immediately and leaving the company on February 27...
Bezos could have saved the Washington Post’s local news and sports reporters
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ChatGPT’s deep research tool adds a built-in document viewer so you can read its reports
OpenAI is updating ChatGPT's deep research tool with a full-screen viewer that you can use to scroll through and navigate to specific areas of its AI-generated...
Samsung’s next Unpacked is confirmed for later this month
Samsung's annual Galaxy S-series reveal is later than usual this year, but we finally have a confirmed date to circle on the calendar: February 25th. And if you...
Trump’s new ‘Buy American’ requirement for EV charging would dramatically curtail build-out
It seems clear at this point to say that Donald Trump does not want to spend a single dime on EV charging. He tried to freeze $5 billion in funding for the Nati...
Fitbit expands access to its AI health coach
Google announced on Tuesday that the public preview of Fitbit's AI personal health coach is rolling out to iOS users in the U.S. as well as both iOS and Android...
Ayaneo’s new Windows handheld will cost up to $4,299 with maxed out specs
Ayaneo opened preorders for its next Windows 11 handheld and it looks like a powerhouse. The Ayaneo Next 2 is 13.45 inches wide, 10.3-inches tall, and weighs 3....
My favorite Switch 2 controller is 30 percent off for today only
The EasySMX S10 is a fantastic wireless controller for the Switch 2 that offers nearly as many features as Nintendo’s $90 gamepad. I ranked it as the best Switc...
Discord says ‘vast majority’ of users won’t see its new age verification setup
On Tuesday, Discord released an update clarifying that the "vast majority of people can continue using Discord exactly as they do today," without needing to use...
FBI releases recovered footage from Nancy Guthrie’s Nest cam
More than a week after Nancy Guthrie disappeared, the FBI has released footage from a Nest camera by Guthrie's front door. FBI director Kash Patel says on X tha...
Sharge’s new power bank can charge two laptops while putting on a light show
Sharge has made a name for itself amongst the tech-obsessed with chargers and power banks featuring eye-catching designs and extra functionality. Power bank fea...
Facebook can animate your profile pic with AI
Facebook is rolling out new AI features that let you animate your profile picture and restyle Stories and Memories. You'll also be able to add animated backgrou...