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FDA claims victory with "Elsa" AI tool launch, but insiders call it half-baked

Why it matters: It was only a matter of time before governments jumped aboard the AI hype train. The US government has a lousy track record when it comes to rolling out tech projects – remember the Affordable Care Act website fiasco? Now, it is launching a new LLM, and early signs suggest the tool is rushed and unfinished.

Full story By Cal Jeffrey, Today 1:39 PM

Gaming Hardware

Sony shows off Project Defiant, its first wireless fight stick for PS5 and PC

Coming sometime in 2026

By Shawn Knight, Today 12:28 PM

Hardware Industry

Next-gen E2 SSDs pack 1 petabyte of storage, enough for 11,000 4K movies in a ruler-sized drive

Something to look forward to: A revolutionary new SSD form factor could soon redefine high-density storage in data centers by narrowing the capacity gap between mechanical hard drives and solid-state drives. Known as E2, this QLC flash-based drive is reportedly capable of storing up to 1 petabyte (1 million gigabytes) of data while delivering performance comparable to that of a high-end SSD.

Full story By Kishalaya Kundu, Today 11:46 AM

Tech Deals Microsoft

Grab a full Windows 11 Pro license for just $15

Unbeatable deal, available for a limited time

By TechSpot Deals

AI Software

ChatGPT now integrates with Google Drive, Dropbox, Box, SharePoint, and OneDrive

ChatGPT can summarize files from your cloud storage and record meetings

By Skye Jacobs, Today 11:10 AM

Hardware

AMD blames "regional market demand" for limited Radeon 9060 XT 8GB reviews

AMD copies Nvidia's playbook

By Rob Thubron, Today 10:31 AM 10 comments

Security Microsoft

Microsoft offers free cybersecurity tools to Europe in major initiative

Redmond seeks to avoid further EU antitrust penalties

By Alfonso Maruccia, Today 9:58 AM

Electronics The Web

Amazon sets sights on humanoid robots for last-mile delivery

The robots will ride in Rivian electric vans and deliver packages to customers' doorsteps

By Skye Jacobs, Today 9:15 AM

Tech Deals Software

Microsoft Office is down to $49 for a lifetime license

TL;DR: If you're looking for a powerful productivity suite without breaking the bank, Microsoft Office 2021 is now available for just $49 – a significant price drop and the lowest we've seen this year.

Full story By TechSpot Deals

AI The Web

Reddit sues Anthropic for scraping website content without consent

Another day, another lawsuit against an AI company

By Rob Thubron, Today 8:14 AM

Electronics Gaming

Namco backs new light gun for modern TVs with Time Crisis built in

Premium pack includes arcade classic Time Crisis and more titles

By Daniel Sims, Today 7:43 AM

Car Tech Security

Volvo launches world's first seatbelt that adapts to every body in real time

Tall or short, heavy or light, Volvo's multi-adaptive seatbelts have you covered

By Rob Thubron, Today 7:03 AM 8 comments

AI Industry

Everyone in Hollywood is using AI, but Asteria is doing it out in the open

Asteria Film's creative approach sets a new standard for AI in movies

By Skye Jacobs, Today 6:15 AM

Science Tech Culture

YouTuber builds world's strongest handheld laser, melts titanium and fractures diamonds

It can also weld razor blades and make synthetic rubies

By Rob Thubron, Today 5:15 AM 7 comments

Security The Web

Australia becomes first country to force disclosure of ransomware payments

Effective deterrent or just public shaming for ransomware victims?

By Alfonso Maruccia, Today 12:06 AM

Hardware Tech Culture

Intel integrated graphics overclocked to 4.25 GHz, edging out the RTX 4090's world record

Arrow Lake iGPU pushed using 1.7V at -170°C

By Daniel Sims, Today 8:11 PM 7 comments

Car Tech Industry

Arm says new Zena platform can cut car development time by 50%

Cloud-based tools and integrated system designs aim to modernize how vehicles are built

By Bob O'Donnell, June 4

Software Download of the Week

RawTherapee is a powerful free Lightroom alternative loved by photographers

RawTherapee is a powerful and free RAW photo editor, offering a compelling alternative to Adobe Lightroom. It features an advanced suite of tools designed to help users produce stunning images. While its interface may seem complex at first, RawTherapee is a favorite among photography enthusiasts and pros.

By Ivan Franco, June 4

Tech Culture Electronics

This truly wireless desktop PC build will blow your mind

The future is now

By Shawn Knight, June 4

Car Tech Tech Culture

Enthusiasm for electric vehicles wanes among US buyers, despite new choices

Charging worries and high costs dampen EV appeal

By Skye Jacobs, June 4 20 comments

Gaming AI

Fortnite to add even more AI NPCs following Darth Vader incident

"I find the lack of humanity in your AI chatbot disturbing"

By Alfonso Maruccia, June 4

Hardware

Intel roadmap reveals Nova Lake CPUs, Wildcat Lake, and new 12-core Bartlett Lake SKUs

New chips for desktops, laptops, and commercial edge applications

By Kishalaya Kundu, June 4

Tech Culture Hardware

A full Atari 8-bit computer has been recreated on a stamp-sized FPGA module

It even outperforms the original, despite the size

By Zo Ahmed, June 4

Security The Web

Meta and Yandex bypassed Android privacy to link anonymous web browsing to app users

Millions of Android users are discovering their online identities are not as private as they thought

A hot potato: For years, the privacy of Android users browsing the web has been quietly compromised by a sophisticated tracking method employed by two of the world's largest tech companies: Meta and Yandex. According to recent research, both companies have exploited legitimate browser-to-app communication protocols to covertly link anonymous web activity with the identities of users logged into native apps like Facebook, Instagram, and various Yandex services on Android devices.

Full story By Skye Jacobs, June 4 7 comments

Gaming

Hell is Us hits only 30 fps at 4K with an RTX 4090 and upscaling enabled

Hell is 4K gaming without proper optimization

By Rob Thubron, June 4

Hardware Microsoft

Microsoft is addressing USB-C "port confusion" with a new hardware certification program

Delivering the same USB features on all certified devices, or so they said

By Alfonso Maruccia, June 4

Mobile Industry

Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge sales might be falling short of expectations

Thin isn't everything

By Rob Thubron, June 4 7 comments

AMD Radeon RX 9060 XT 16GB Review: 1440p Power for Under $400

FEATURE By Steven Walton, June 4 TechSpot Hardware

AMD's Radeon RX 9060 XT comes in two flavors – only one's worth your money. The 16GB model undercuts Nvidia on price, matches performance, and may be the new go-to GPU for budget-conscious gamers.