Ookla is moving beyond software with the Speedtest Pulse, a dedicated hardware device for ISP technicians. It aims to solve the classic “slow internet” complaint by isolating whether issues stem from the ISP, local Wi-Fi, or client devices. The system integrates with Ookla’s existing global network
The Galaxy S26 Ultra might finally appeal to users who’ve stuck with their S21 Ultras since 2021. It reportedly brings back key design elements while keeping the S Pen. But it’s still not the perfect spiritual successor some hoped for.
Apple has launched a new immersive experience for the Apple Vision Pro that takes viewers to the flight deck of the USS Nimitz. The 14-minute film, called “Flight Ready,” features F-18 fighter pilots and marks Veterans Day with a high-intensity aerial adventure.
The Qilin ransomware group is escalating attacks on small-to-medium businesses through unpatched VPNs and lack of MFA. Scattered Spider affiliates are now using Qilin’s ransomware-as-a-service platform, making attribution more difficult.
Japanese tech giant SoftBank has sold its entire stake in Nvidia, raising $5.8 billion. The move reflects a strategic shift toward OpenAI and comes as SoftBank’s profits nearly tripled to $13 billion in the first half of the fiscal year.
Apple’s reportedly paying Google just $1 billion annually to power Siri’s AI upgrade in iOS 26.4. That’s pocket change compared to the $20 billion Google pays Apple for Safari search. The platform owner strategy is suddenly looking brilliant.
Google is cracking down on apps that drain device batteries through excessive wake locks. Apps holding more than 2 cumulative hours of wake locks in 24 hours could face store visibility penalties. The new rules take effect in March 2026.
Police have arrested four men in West Yorkshire for running a six-figure illegal streaming operation using hacked Amazon Fire Sticks. This comes as Amazon’s new Vega OS makes side-loading unauthorized apps impossible. The crackdown appears to be targeting both the hardware and criminal networks simu
Across classrooms worldwide, a quiet debate is dividing educators over artificial intelligence tools. While some see threats to academic integrity, others view AI as an opportunity to fundamentally redefine how students learn and are assessed.
CoreWeave stock fell sharply despite beating Q3 revenue expectations. The AI infrastructure provider revealed data center issues that forced it to scale back full-year revenue forecasts. The company remains up over 170% year-to-date despite recent struggles.
