Technology

Amazon’s Push for AI Leadership Clashes With Decarbonization Goals Amazon’s latest sustainability report reveals a troubling trend: its carbon emissions grew in 2024 for the first time since 2022. The company attributes much of this six percent increase to its rapid expansion of data centers, which are critical to its ambitions in generative AI. The […]

Choosing the Right Smartphone in 2025: A Crypto Enthusiast’s Guide Picking your next smartphone can feel overwhelming with so many options available. Whether you prefer iOS or Android, foldables or budget-friendly models, the decision depends on your needs. At Engadget, we’ve tested dozens of phones to help you find the best fit. Android or iOS?

Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg and several current and former executives have agreed to settle a lawsuit seeking $8 billion in damages over privacy violations tied to Facebook. The case, which accused them of failing to protect user data, was adjourned just as it entered its second day, avoiding testimony from key figures like Zuckerberg, Sheryl

Netflix Greenlights Assassin’s Creed Series as Video Game Adaptations Surge Hollywood’s trend of successful video game adaptations shows no signs of slowing down. Following hits like HBO’s The Last of Us and Amazon’s Fallout, Netflix has officially approved a live-action Assassin’s Creed series. This move comes nearly five years after Netflix first struck a deal

NASA Faces Uncertain Future as Proposed Budget Cuts Threaten Science Missions NASA is staring down one of its most uncertain futures in decades, with proposed budget cuts threatening to derail critical science missions and weaken the agency’s workforce. Casey Dreier, chief of space policy at The Planetary Society, warns that the scale of these cuts

Uber Invests Hundreds of Millions in Nuro and Lucid to Expand Robotaxi Program Uber is making a major push into autonomous vehicles by investing hundreds of millions of dollars in partnerships with Nuro and Lucid. The move is part of Uber’s broader strategy to develop a global robotaxi network. The deal with Lucid, an EV

Jack Dorsey Invests 10 Million in Open-Source Development Collective Jack Dorsey is back in the spotlight with the launch of two new apps—BitChat, a Bluetooth-based messenger that works without the internet, and Sun Day, a UV exposure tracker. These projects fall under a new nonprofit development collective called and Other Stuff, which Dorsey is funding

Virtuos, the studio behind The Elder Scrolls 4 Oblivion Remastered, is laying off seven percent of its workforce, affecting around 270 employees. The news was first reported by journalist Gauthier Andres and later confirmed by the company. Virtuos, known for its work on major gaming projects like Cyberpunk 2077 patches and the upcoming Metal Gear

Stellantis Exits Hydrogen Fuel Cell Development Amid Infrastructure and Cost Challenges Stellantis, the automotive conglomerate behind brands like Chrysler, Citroen, Fiat, Jeep, and Peugeot, has officially abandoned its hydrogen fuel cell vehicle program. The company cited limited hydrogen refueling infrastructure, high capital costs, and insufficient consumer incentives as key reasons for the decision. This marks

TikTok Expands Support for Songwriters With New Beta Features TikTok has become a major force in music discovery, helping songs go viral and reach massive audiences. Now, the platform is introducing new tools to help songwriters gain recognition for their work. The company has launched two beta features: a Songwriter label that identifies users as