Innovation

TikTok users are flocking to a Chinese-owned app, not back to Meta. It's wild. | Opinion RedNote is a Chinese-owned app where everything is in Mandarin. And it's No. 1 in Apple's U.S. App Store. I have some bad news for Americans and lawmakers living in fear of China spying on us and taking our

Elon Musk sends Tesla Cybertrucks to Los Angeles as wildfires continue LOS ANGELES − Tech baron Elon Musk is sending Cybertrucks to be used as battery banks and as internet terminals in areas affected by the wildfires raging across Los Angeles, the Tesla CEO announced on X Sunday, the social media platform he owns. A

What is TikTok's fate? With ban less than 1 week away, here's what we know. The Supreme Court heard arguments for two-and-a-half hours on Friday over whether TikTok can be banned in the United States in less than one week. By the end, the justices appeared ready to allow the U.S. government to force TikTok's

Halliday's new AI-infused smart glasses: amazing new wearable or surefire way to cheat? This CES is all about the tech race for space on your face. There’s a new set of smart glasses everywhere you turn this year. But Halliday’s new AI-packed specs are the apple of my eye at CES 2025. With a teeny

AI is still kind of pointless – and dangerous. Stop using it. | Opinion AI is the problem. Continuing to find ways to use it can't be the solution. This column has been updated with new information. Late last year, I started writing a column on generative artificial intelligence. I interviewed a few folks and

'TikTok is our most pressing concern?' Creators fear livelihoods at risk with potential ban As the Supreme Court considers arguments Friday over whether TikTok can be banned in the U.S. later this month, millions of American users await the verdict with bated breath. Among those most anxiously awaiting the ruling are small business owners and

Tech tips to find out whose picture that is, background checks, verify websites and more The internet is a treasure chest of information … if you know where to look. Whether you’re trying to verify a website, learn more about your neighborhood, or dig up what’s floating around online about you, a little tech know-how

Watch Duty wildfire map: App helps track blazes, find shelter. What to know. As wildfires continue to devastate communities across Southern California, one service is working overtime to keep residents informed − and safe. Watch Duty uses an app and a web browser to alert people of nearby wildfires and firefighting efforts "in real-time." By

Marvel Rivals update: Video game's new characters, maps, rewards. Here's what to know Marvel fans and video game enthusiasts are eagerly awaiting the release of new content for a game that's only been on the market for a month. On Friday, a game update full of new characters, maps and rewards will be released for

What is Lemon8? Social media app grows in popularity but may be banned with TikTok Content creators are flocking to a new social media platform in anticipation of a ban on TikTok that may be implemented in less than two weeks. However, the two apps are owned by the same Chinese parent company and could

The LG StanbyMe 2 is the must-have smart TV from CES 2025 From a TV that sticks to the wall with giant suction cups to stunning new sets that rival museum-quality artwork, there’s no shortage of televisions to talk about at this CES. But LG’s StanbyMe 2 is the one I want to smuggle home in my suitcase right

Lenovo ThinkBook Plus Gen 6 review: Introducing a mesmerizing display at CES 2025 At first glance, Lenovo’s ThinkBook Plus Gen 6 looks like any other new, AI-infused modern laptop. But tap a dedicated button at the top of the keyboard, and get ready to pick your jaw up off the floor. The screen actually rises