Technology & Innovation

International rescue teams in Xaisomboun province, Laos, are investigating rhythmic knocking sounds discovered in a 100-meter vertical shaft while searching for two missing gold prospectors.

Security researchers have discovered FROST, a new fingerprinting technique that uses SSD timing analysis to detect open apps and tabs across different browsers.

ICE has awarded a $25.1 million sole-source contract to Bi2 Technologies for 1,570 biometric devices capable of iris and facial recognition.

The Digital News Publishers Association (DNPA) introduces a voluntary Code of Ethics to standardize transparency, accuracy, and legal compliance in digital journalism.

President Trump and Iranian officials remain deadlocked over a proposed ceasefire extension, with disputes centering on nuclear weapons and the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz.

An analysis of AAA data reveals extreme regional disparities in gas price hikes, with some US counties seeing surges of over $2 per gallon while others remain stable.

The French Navy boarded and diverted the Russian-linked oil tanker Tagor in the Atlantic Ocean, targeting the 'shadow fleet' used to circumvent sanctions.

Early review units of the Samsung Galaxy Fold are reporting screen failures and blackouts, raising serious durability concerns for the $1,980 foldable.

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has ordered attacks on Beirut's Dahiyeh district, complicating U.S. diplomatic efforts to secure a ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah.

WHO Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus visits the DRC as the Bundibugyo Ebola strain spreads rapidly, with suspected cases emerging in Brazil.

A growing trend of AI-generated academic papers is leveraging the names of real researchers to bypass peer review and pollute scientific literature.

Amazon launches the Fire TV Stick HD in India, bringing Xbox Cloud Gaming, Wi-Fi 6, and HDR10+ to a budget-friendly 1080p streaming device.

Itel introduces the Aqua feature phone in India, featuring an IP67 rating, USB Type-C charging, and a 1,200mAh battery for under Rs. 1,800.

AMD doubles down on gaming performance with the Ryzen 7 7700X3D and Radeon RX 9070 GRE, while committing to the AM5 socket through 2029.

AMD expands its 3D V-Cache lineup at Computex 2026, introducing the affordable Ryzen 7 7700X3D and bringing back the legendary 5800X3D for AM4 users.

AMD expands its GPU lineup with the global release of the Radeon RX 9070 GRE, targeting 1440p gamers with RDNA 4 architecture and FSR 4.1 support.

Jack Crockford proves that high-end mirrorless AI isn't required for world-class wildlife shots, winning the BWPA 2026 with a legacy Nikon DSLR.

A deep dive into the current state of vMVPDs, analyzing channel lineups, carriage disputes, and the evolving pricing strategies of YouTube TV, Hulu, and Fubo.

Testing the HoverAir Aqua: A waterproof, autonomous drone designed for surfers and kayakers that flips itself over and follows a wearable beacon.

The Momentum 5 Wireless retains Sennheiser's legendary sound profile while finally closing the noise-canceling gap with Sony and Bose.