AI has mastered chess, so humans are changing the rules of the game
Engines dominate preparation and openings, pushing grandmasters to offbeat lines and psychological pressure
AnyDesk keeps remote desktops smooth even on weak connections
AnyDesk is a fast, lightweight remote desktop tool built for low-latency access from virtually anywhere. It stays responsive even on weaker connections and supports file transfers, session recording, and cross-platform use across Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, and iOS. Another staff favorite, RustDesk, is also worth checking out.
Dolby sues Snap over video codec patents tied to AV1 and HEVC
AV1 might not be as royalty-free as promised
"Why make game art at all?" New Blood publisher fears DLSS 5 is replacing artistry with AI
DLSS 5 divides developers as backlash grows over AI-driven visuals
Windows PCs crash three times as often as Macs, report says
Study finds Windows PCs lag behind Macs in security and lifespan, too
Apple takes on Microsoft 365 and Google Workspace with new business platform
It bundles email, calendars, and device management
GitHub Copilot will use your data for AI training by default, but you can opt out
Individual users are opted in automatically, while Business and Enterprise accounts are excluded
Spotify's SongDNA maps the creative lineage of your favorite music
Rolling out now to premium subscribers
Kali Linux 2026.1 adds Linux 6.18 and a nostalgic BackTrack mode
Kali Linux 2026.1 lands with a fresh look, a Linux 6.18 kernel, and a batch of new pentesting tools – but the standout is a nostalgic BackTrack mode that recreates the classic desktop for longtime users. It's a relatively light release, yet one that blends practical updates with a throwback twist security pros seem to appreciate.
Firefox 149 brings split view, free VPN, and faster PDFs
Mozilla has released Firefox 149, bringing a new mode for side-by-side browsing, a built-in free VPN with limited rollout, and improved PDF performance thanks to hardware acceleration. The update also adds a share button and enhances security by blocking notifications and known malicious sites by default.
This startup will pay you $800 to yell at AI all day
A real AI memory problem – or just a clever marketing stunt?
Microsoft signals potential end to Windows 11 online account requirement
Microsoft is "working on" removing the controverisal element
Windows 11 users are still fixing the Start menu with third-party tools
While Microsoft rethinks where they've failed with Windows 11, many users rely on tools like Open Shell, Start11, StartAllBack, and ExplorerPatcher to take back control of the UI. Open Shell remains a free favorite with a customizable Windows 7-style menu, while Start11 and StartAllBack offer more polished tweaks for modern systems. ExplorerPatcher rounds things out as another powerful free option.
California bill targeting Big Tech self-preferencing gains industry support as Apple faces scrutiny
Tech executives are backing a new antitrust bill that could reshape Big Tech
Microsoft is rethinking Windows 11 after months of complaints
Microsoft outlines a Windows overhaul focused on speed, stability, and user control
Highly anticipated: Microsoft is taking a closer look at Windows 11 after months of criticism over the operating system's uneven performance and intrusive AI features. The company has begun outlining a series of engineering fixes and user experience overhauls aimed at rebuilding confidence in its flagship product, with the first phase arriving in preview builds this spring and broader improvements planned throughout 2026.
Samsung brings AirDrop support to the Galaxy S26 series, more devices to follow
Quick Share can now send files directly to nearby Apple devices
SteamOS update adds support for Steam Machine and other non-Valve hardware
HDR, VRR, multi-monitor support, and better discrete GPU performance
Broadcom's VMware shake-up triggers EU antitrust complaint by cloud providers
CISPE accuses Broadcom of dismantling VMware's partner program, slashing competition, and forcing smaller European firms out of the market
Nvidia "confirms" DLSS 5 relies on 2D frame data as testing reveals hallucinations
Developers at Capcom and Ubisoft found out about DLSS 5 when everyone else did
Connecting the dots: Early reactions to Nvidia's DLSS 5 were swift and skeptical, with some observers likening the technology to an Instagram-style filter applied over gameplay footage. Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang refuted the allegations, but subsequent clarifications have helped outline how the system actually works – and where it can fall short.
PSA: Chrome patches 26 vulnerabilities, including three critical flaws
Google Chrome 146 fixes 26 security vulnerabilities but with no evidence of active exploitation so far. The update addresses three critical memory-related flaws, along with several high-risk issues impacting components like WebGL and the V8 JavaScript engine.
OpenAI is building a desktop superapp that combines ChatGPT, Atlas, and Codex
OpenAI wants to streamline its products and reduce fragmentation
Walmart secures two AI pricing patents, raising dynamic pricing concerns
The retailer says the tools are for markdowns and forecasting, not surge pricing
Sony releases new PlayStation 3 update nearly 20 years after launch
Sony's update keeps Blu-ray playback working and likely targets jailbroken consoles
Meta is quietly backing away from the metaverse as it pivots to AI
Meta will end Horizon Worlds VR access in June as the metaverse dream keeps fading