AI agents capable of discovering and exploiting obscure vulnerabilities are emerging alongside developers producing vast amounts of potentially flawed AI-generated code, forcing defenders to adapt accordingly.
Bottom line from Dark Reading: this highlights growing cyber threats.
"Choosin' Texas" cleaned up in Single and Song categories, but Langley chose to perform her latest Dandelion single
Rolling Stone reports: Ella Langley Strips Down ‘Be Her’ for 2026... — this reflects the changing sound of the industry.
On the heels of its in Competition debut at Cannes, where it received a seven-minute standing ovation, Neon has released the official teaser for Na Hong-jin’s buzzy sci-fi title, Hope, which will bow in theaters this fall. The just over minute-and-a-half first look previews a ...
Deadline reports: Neon Debuts Official Teaser For Na Hong-Jin’s Buzzy... — this may set a new benchmark for the genre.
The seven-time ACM Award winner loaded up on sausage and double entendre as she performed the lead single from her latest album, Middle of Nowhere
Why it matters: Kacey Musgraves Breaks Her ACM Awards ‘Dry Spell’... is making waves across platforms.
Langley gave the now-No. 2 Billboard Hot 100 hit its award show debut with a surprisingly moving stripped-down performance.
Billboard reports: Ella Langley Unplugs ‘Be Her’ for Gorgeous Acoustic... — this taps into a cultural moment.
Each night of "The Rats in a Cage Tour" promises a full performance of the album along with a second set drawing from the band's nearly four-decade catalog of hits and deep cuts. Smashing Pumpkins Announce Mellon Collie 30th Anniversary Tour Alex Young
Why it matters: Smashing Pumpkins Announce Mellon Collie 30th Anniversary Tour is making waves across platforms.
Brooks & Dunn caught up with Billboard’s Tetris Kelly on the Winners Walk at the ACM Awards 2026.
Why it matters: Brooks & Dunn Praise Morgan Wallen, Winning Duo... could define this era of music.
A bunch of new sales are up and running on the North American Nintendo Switch eShop. These include the lowest prices ever for Astral Ascent, Devil May Cry, and more. Here’s the full roundup: – A Boy and His Blob – $7.49 (was $14.99) – Afterimage – $3.74 (was $24.99) – Animal W...
Why it matters: Nintendo Switch eShop latest sales: lowest prices ever... signals what players want next.
“The Good Doctor” team of Freddie Highmore and David Shore and Sony Pictures Television have reteamed for a new drama series, “I’m Not Here to Hurt You,” that has been ordered by Canada’s Crave streamer, home of the white-hot drama series “Heated Rivalry.” Crave and Sony Pictu...
Bottom line from Variety: this reflects evolving audience tastes.
Freddie Highmore and David Shore are getting back into business together. The Good Doctor pair are attached to I’m Not Here to Hurt You, a drama series co-commission for Canadian streamer Crave and Sony Pictures Television (SPT). Blink49 Studios is producing with SPT the distr...
Why it matters: Freddie Highmore & David Shore Reunite For Crave... is generating industry buzz.
Trump's warning to Iran over the weekend signals that the impasse between Washington and Tehran over ending the war could deteriorate into resumption of armed conflict.
Bottom line from CNBC: this may shift market dynamics.
All the interesting Steam facts for the week ending May 17.
The big picture: Steam week in review: metroidvanias are still coming... — may set a new standard for the genre.
What goes around mostly just goes around, goes around, and goes around once more in “Karma,” a sometimes engrossing but indulgently drawn-out affair given the veneer of luxury trash by all-in performances from Marion Cotillard and Dénis Menochet. Directed by Guillaume Canet wi...
Why it matters: ‘Karma’ Review: Marion Cotillard and Denis Ménochet Class... is generating industry buzz.
Backed by a full gospel choir, the performance showed why the Alabama band was worthy of their win for Group of the Year
Rolling Stone reports: Red Clay Strays Deliver Heavenly Rendition of ‘Demons... — this could define this era of music.
Anderson Cooper signed off from 60 Minutes after 20 years on Sunday, paying tribute to the newsmagazine’s legacy, quality and independence. Cooper announced in February that he would be exiting the show, deciding not to renew his contract in which he has done dual duty as a co...
The big picture: “I Hope ‘60 Minutes’ Remains ‘60 Minutes’”: Anderson... — may set a new benchmark for the genre.
The agency added that the outbreak, with around 246 cases and 80 deaths, does not meet the criteria of pandemic emergency.
Why it matters: WHO declares Ebola outbreak in DR Congo an... has global implications.
The Mandalorian and Grogu helmer Jon Favreau admits he has “a healthy concern” around artificial intelligence encroachment in Hollywood. During a conversation with CBS Sunday Morning (view below in full), correspondent Tracy Smith asked the MCU actor and director if he had any...
Bottom line from Deadline: this reflects evolving audience tastes.
The country star marked her 20th ACM Awards with a new song that summoned smooth Urban Cowboy vibes
Rolling Stone reports: Miranda Lambert Debuts ‘Crisco’ at 2026 ACM Awards — this taps into a cultural moment.
Zach Top caught up with Ellie Thumann & Billboard’s Tetris Kelly at the ACM Awards 2026.
Bottom line from Billboard: this shows where the music business is headed.
South Korea's local elections next month will be a test bed for how effective regulations might be to stymie the flow of deepfakes.
The big picture: Can Laws Stop Deepfakes? South Korea Aims to... — should prompt a review of your own security.
The new female artist of the year winner delivered a strong and edgy set at the ceremony.
Why it matters: Avery Anna Rocks the 2026 ACM Awards With... taps into a cultural moment.
Chris Stapleton caught up with Ellie Thumann & Billboard’s Tetris Kelly at the ACM Awards 2026.
Billboard reports: Chris Stapleton Shares His Experience Rerecording With Miranda... — this shows where the music business is headed.
Months after sunsetting the SoundTouch lineup, Bose's Lifestyle Ultra proves that it can still make versatile and great-sounding speaker.
ZDNet reports: I switched to a Bose-Sonos hybrid setup for... — this is one to watch for the industry.
Bose's premium soundbar debuts with improvements under the hood, but it's reinventing itself in an already crowded field.
The big picture: After testing Bose's $1,100 Ultra soundbar, I'm a... — could change how developers build software.
Green, a four-time nominee at this year's awards, performed the current Billboard Hot 100 top 40 hits directly to some adoring fans.
The big picture: Riley Green Brings a Smoldering ‘Change My Mind’... — is making waves across platforms.
Roborock and Ecovacs models consistently deliver market-leading performance, there are clear reasons to buy one over the other.
Why it matters: Roborock vs. Ecovacs: I've tested dozens of robot... reshapes the tech landscape.
Riley Green caught up with Ellie Thumann & Billboard’s Tetris Kelly at the ACM Awards 2026.
The big picture: Riley Green Says the Secret to His Confidence:... — reflects the changing sound of the industry.
"Tonight, the ACM Awards are choosin’ Vegas," Twain said to welcome fans to the show, which returns to Las Vegas for the first time since 2023
The big picture: Shania Twain Shouts Out Past Hosts Reba, Charley... — taps into a cultural moment.
Water is largely tasteless to humans. But to the microbial world, it is anything but. Bacteria that live in contaminated environments have spent millions of years evolving exquisitely sensitive molecular detectors—proteins that latch onto specific chemical threats and trigger ...
Phys.org reports: Fluorescent RNA sensor gets 10 times more sensitive... — this challenges existing scientific assumptions.
The reigning Entertainer of the Year delivered her first performance as a married woman following her nuptials in Tennessee last weekend
Rolling Stone reports: Lainey Wilson Rips Through Frenetic New Single ‘Can’t... — this shows where the music business is headed.
Asia-Pacific markets fell as investors weighed renewed geopolitical tensions after Donald Trump warned Iran to "get moving, FAST."
Why it matters: Asia-Pacific markets fall as Trump’s Iran warning stokes... reflects a broader economic trend.
Dancing with the Stars may be a reality competition staple today, but that wasn’t always the case, as co-host Julianne Hough and judge Bruno Tonioli recall. In a recent interview with People at the 2026 Disney Upfront, Hough and Tonioli reflected on the pervasive doubt about w...
Bottom line from Deadline: this could reshape the box office conversation.
There is one day every Tony Awards season when the campaigning quiets down. No one has won anything yet, no speeches have been delivered, and for a few hours the nominees simply get to celebrate being in the room together. At the annual Tony Awards nominees luncheon, Broadway’...
Variety reports: Inside the 2026 Tony Nominees Event: Carrie Coon... — this may set a new benchmark for the genre.
Nicolas Athané and Marco Nguyen's funny but slight animated feature debut imagines a world where the worst threat to gay men is not AIDS, but instead a disease that turns them straight.
The big picture: ‘Jim Queen’ Review: Raunchy Animated Movie About a... — signals where Hollywood is headed.
A spoof in the vein of ’South Park’ tells the story of a gay god laid low by a mysterious illness threatening to turn him straight.
Why it matters: ‘Jim Queen’ Review: Bawdy French Animated Gay Comedy... reflects evolving audience tastes.
The big-budget sci-fi action allegory, which marks the first feature from South Korean director Na Hong-jin since 2016’s horror smash 'The Wailing,' received what may be the most enthusiastic and prolonged standing ovation of any film playing in competition.
Hollywood Reporter reports: Wild ‘Hope’ Livens Up Sleepy Cannes — this may set a new benchmark for the genre.
or all the fantasy simplicity of the premise, there’s no structure to it, and though the humanoid Kakeru increases in agency and brains as the movie goes on, it still never figures out who he is.
Why it matters: ‘Sheep in the Box’ Review: Kore-eda’s Sweet but... may set a new benchmark for the genre.
Trump told Axios "the clock is ticking" for Iran and warned if the regime doesn't make a better deal "they are going to get hit much harder."
Why it matters: Markets are jittery as the global oil crisis... could affect investors and consumers alike.
Matthew B. Roberts addresses the scene that bookended the series and explains why they didn’t have time for some stories
Why it matters: ‘Outlander’ Showrunner Breaks Down the Series Finale —but... could reshape the box office conversation.
A new reviews confirms the high-speed rail line's "original sins" include a technical design, changing political priorities and ballooning costs.
Bottom line from BBC Business: this signals changing business strategies.
Since the US and Israel attacked Iran on 28 February, the UN says it’s verified the execution of at least 32 political prisoners.
Why it matters: 'This may be the last time you hear... reflects broader geopolitical shifts.
Machines are increasingly replacing humans on the front line, but troops are still vital for defending territory.
The big picture: Inside the 'kill-zone' on Ukraine's front line, where... — reflects broader geopolitical shifts.
The private world of one of Africa's most powerful political women is revealed in a BBC World Service exclusive.
The big picture: From escaping child marriage 'to an old pervert'... — demands attention beyond borders.
There's no need to lose your streak - here's the 'Wordle' answer for today The post Today’s Wordle answer and hints for #1794 on May 18 appeared first on NME.
NME reports: Today’s Wordle answer and hints for #1794 on... — this could define this era of music.
Where in the world? The post Globle answer today – here’s the answer and hints for May 18 appeared first on NME.
Why it matters: Globle answer today – here’s the answer and... taps into a cultural moment.
Imagine a laptop that never gets hot, a phone that holds its charge for days, or a computer memory chip designed to permanently retain data, even when the power goes out. This is the possibility sitting inside a remarkable family of materials that a team of researchers from th...
Bottom line from Phys.org: this could lead to real-world breakthroughs.
Filmmaker Na Hong-Jin’s in Competition sci-fi thriller Hope received a seven-minute standing ovation in Cannes this evening. Na praised the audience for staying with his two hour and forty minute epic alien thriller. During the premiere screening, at least three incredible act...
The big picture: Cannes Audience Gives ‘Hope’ A 7-Minute Standing Ovation — could reshape the box office conversation.
Much has been written about this year’s Cannes Film Festival being ignored by studios and crowd-pleasing blockbuster-type movies, in favor of the more familiar auteur-driven quieter films. Well, fasten your seat belts. Cannes just unveiled Hope, a sci-fi alien monster mash fro...
Deadline reports: ‘Hope’ Review: It’s Aliens Vs. South Korean Villagers... — this reflects evolving audience tastes.
“Hope” — an extremely ambitious blockbuster hopeful about an alien invasion in a sleepy South Korean mountain town — jolted the Cannes Film Festival awake on Sunday night with a 6-minute ovation. Directed by Na Hong-jin, the big-budget epic combined a gritty survival story and...
Variety reports: ‘Hope’ Unleashes a Bats— Crazy Korean Monster Movie... — this signals where Hollywood is headed.
A cybersecurity researcher has released a proof-of-concept exploit for a Windows privilege escalation zero-day dubbed "MiniPlasma" that lets attackers gain SYSTEM privileges on fully patched Windows systems. [...]
Why it matters: New Windows 'MiniPlasma' zero-day exploit gives SYSTEM access,... exposes vulnerabilities that affect millions.
The artwork is part of the Museum of Contemporary Art Chicago's "Dancing the Revolution: From Dancehall to Reggaetón" exhibition.
Bottom line from Hollywood Reporter: this reflects evolving audience tastes.
President Trump and Energy Secretary Chris Wright are working hard to keep coal alive as part of a robust grid.
Why it matters: AI's insatiable appetite for electricity could revive a... hints at where the money is moving.
The dream of clean hydrogen has tantalized energy experts for years, but producing it has been tough. Many start-ups think the answer could lie beneath our feet.
NY Times Science reports: The Quest for Clean Hydrogen Moves Underground — this advances our understanding of the world.
A monster terrorizes a Korean harbor town in a disappointing epic that starts on a high but fades hard and fast.
The big picture: ‘Hope’ Review: Na Hong-jin’s Blockbuster Creature Feature Is... — could reshape the box office conversation.
For a decade, since 2016’s extraordinarily uncanny horror-hybrid “The Wailing,” fans of Korean director Na Hong-jin have been peering anxiously at the horizon awaiting his next uncategorizable genre mash-up. More recently, like a bumbling local police chief removing his mirror...
Why it matters: ‘Hope’ Review: Na Hong-jin’s Overlong Creature Feature is... could reshape the box office conversation.
Hwang Jung-min, Zo In-sung and Hoyeon star in this thriller about rural villagers fending off what appears to be a violent invasion, also featuring Michael Fassbender and Alicia Vikander.
Why it matters: ‘Hope’ Review: Korean Action Maestro Na Hong-jin’s Rip-Roaring... may set a new benchmark for the genre.
Get Babbel Language Learning Lifetime access for $159 with code LEARN and study 14 languages with bite-sized lessons and real-world conversation practice.
The big picture: Language learners who value human-built lessons should get... — is one to watch for the industry.
A 3D mascot platformer made before anyone knew what to do with them and all the more beautiful for it
Kotaku reports: Bomberman 64 Is Still A Masterpiece Of 3D... — this is generating hype in the community.
Titled "Garance" in French after its lead heroine, Jeanne Herry's numbing portrait of alcoholism stars Exarchopoulos as a flailing stage actress who falls down again and again, and finally, one last time.
The big picture: ‘Another Day’ Review: A Fantastic Adèle Exarchopoulos Boozes... — may set a new benchmark for the genre.
Bob Odenkirk recently reflected on his near-death heart attack that took place on the set of Better Call Saul. The two-time Emmy-winning writer/actor sat down with The Times U.K. while promoting the overseas release of action-comedy Normal when he opened up about the health in...
The big picture: Bob Odenkirk Reflects On Heart Attack During ‘Better... — may set a new benchmark for the genre.
The Street Mob signee recently dropped his debut album Los Locos Nunca Mueren — and fans want more
Why it matters: Meet Chuyin, The Mystery Artist Taking Over Música... is making waves across platforms.
The two have been making light of their uncanny similarity for over 10 years now The post Watch Will Ferrell’s ‘SNL’ monologue get hijacked by doppelgänger Chad Smith of Red Hot Chili Peppers appeared first on NME.
The big picture: Watch Will Ferrell’s ‘SNL’ monologue get hijacked by... — taps into a cultural moment.
Following its launch this week, Destinybit has come through with a launch trailer for Nitro Gen Omega. The cinematic anime-style RPG found its way to Nintendo Switch just recently. Learn more about the title with the following details: Previously available on Steam in Early Ac...
The big picture: Nitro Gen Omega launch trailer – cinematic anime-style... — could shake up the gaming landscape.
Microsoft launched Teams' Together Mode during the pandemic to give the illusion of a bunch of people sitting in a conference room together, even if they were really sitting at home without pants on. But times have changed, and it's now being retired in favor of a more simplif...
Bottom line from The Verge: this may redefine how we interact with devices.
The base said in a social media post that it was locked down following the incident during the Gunfighter Skies Air Show.
Why it matters: Four crew members ejected safely after two Navy... hints at where the money is moving.
Most Americans know what a real expert's credentials look like: relevant degree, years of experience, and respect from peers. The problem, according to a study recently published in Scientific Reports, is that none of it matters as much once we find out their politics.
Why it matters: When politics enter the picture, credentials take a... could lead to real-world breakthroughs.
The country is investigating the source of the strike, which it calls a "dangerous escalation".
The big picture: UAE reports strike near Abu Dhabi nuclear power... — reflects broader geopolitical shifts.
Earlier this week, Google revealed a first look at some new 3D redesigns for the emoji found on Google Pixel phones and other Google products, and now we’re getting a closer look at all of the changes ahead of their Android 17 release. more…
The big picture: More of Google Pixel’s new 3D emoji for... — reshapes the tech landscape.
"The word 'shock' assumes the world resets. The world has stopped resetting."
Bottom line from Fortune: this reflects a broader economic trend.
The latest film in the long running and popular sci-fi Gundam franchise had a noteworthy debut with $810k on 894 screens. Mobile Suit Gundam Hathaway: The Sorcery Of Nymph Circe is the first in the series distributed directly in North America by its producer, Bandai Namco Film...
Bottom line from Deadline: this is generating industry buzz.
The four-part drama tells the story of Gareth Southgate's attempts to reverse England's fortunes as national team manager The post ‘Dear England’ writer James Graham doesn’t want England players to watch TV adaptation of hit play appeared first on NME.
The big picture: ‘Dear England’ writer James Graham doesn’t want England... — shows where the music business is headed.
The onetime stuntwoman got more mileage out of the 1953 sci-fi movie than "Vivien Leigh did on 'Gone With the Wind,'" she once said.
Why it matters: Ann Robinson, Star of ‘The War of the... is generating industry buzz.
Here are hints and the answers for the NYT Connections: Sports Edition puzzle for May 18, No. 602.
Why it matters: Today's NYT Connections: Sports Edition Hints and Answers... could change how developers build software.
While it may seem silly to archive 'Charlie bit my finger' for future generations, it's good practice to treat the internet as an impermanent space
The big picture: Vintage Memes Like Badgers And More Are Now... — signals what players want next.
Ella Langley has conquered not just the country world but the music world generally this year with her song “Choosin’ Texas.” But for the producers of the Academy of Country Music Awards, this year’s show is all about choosin’ Vegas. Certainly no fight is being picked with the...
Variety reports: ACM Awards Producers on What to Expect Sunday... — this is generating industry buzz.
Astronomers have tracked a dramatic "changing-look" active galactic nucleus (AGN) whose central supermassive black hole appeared to switch off and then rapidly reignite. The galaxy, HE 1237−2252, dimmed in X-rays by a factor of 17 within just 18 months before recovering again....
Bottom line from Phys.org: this challenges existing scientific assumptions.
The gloves are off. Maxime Saada, Canal+ Chair and CEO, has hit back at an open letter launched on the opening night of the Cannes Film Festival sounding the alarm over tycoon Vincent Bolloré’s growing control of the French entertainment and media sectors. The petition titled ...
The big picture: Maxime Saada Says Canal+ Will No Longer Work... — signals where Hollywood is headed.
Spotify recently changed the app icon for its mobile app, and not everyone appreciates the celebratory disco ball logo. more…
Bottom line from 9to5Mac: this is one to watch for the industry.
The resemblance between Judith Godrèche and her daughter Tess Barthélemy — also the luminous lead of her mother’s debut feature “A Girl’s Life” — will be particularly powerful for anyone familiar with Godrèche’s teenage breakthrough role in the 1990 Jacques Doillon drama “The ...
Bottom line from Variety: this reflects evolving audience tastes.
Actress-singer, who has never appeared at the long-running film festival, was set to receive an Honorary Palme d’or
The big picture: Barbra Streisand to Miss Cannes Closing Ceremony Honoring... — could define this era of music.
Canal+ CEO Maxime Saada said he no longer wanted to work with talents, including Juliette Binoche and Adèle Haenel, who signed an open letter opposing studio boss Vincent Bolloré.
The big picture: Canal+ Head Says He Will Blacklist Talents Who... — could reshape the box office conversation.
Following its world premiere at SXSW, Boots Riley wants to give his surreal arthouse sophomore feature a chance at the box office. The I Love Boosters writer/director took to social media this weekend to chat with fans and urged “everyone go see this” on the May 22nd opening w...
The big picture: Boots Riley Urges ‘I Love Boosters’ Audiences To... — reflects evolving audience tastes.
“Dutton Ranch” is a high-profile “Yellowstone” spinoff, but Annette Bening, a new addition to Taylor Sheridan’s universe, has been stealing every scene she’s been in. Bening plays Beulah Jackson, a larger-than-life Texas businesswoman who owns and operates 10 Petal Ranch along...
Bottom line from Variety: this could reshape the box office conversation.
The lawsuit claims that Amazon owes 'hundreds of millions' in refunds to its users.
The big picture: Amazon is facing a class action lawsuit for... — is one to watch for the industry.
Our solar system is currently passing through the Local Interstellar Cloud, a region of highly diluted gas and dust between the stars. On its path, Earth continuously accumulates iron-60, a rare radioactive isotope of iron produced in stellar explosions. This has now been conf...
The big picture: Surrounded by stardust: Antarctic ice cores confirm Earth... — could lead to real-world breakthroughs.
'Di’Anno - Iron Maiden’s Lost Singer' charts two fans' effort to lift Di'Anno during a difficult time in his life The post Documentary about late former Iron Maiden singer Paul Di’Anno’s final years to be released appeared first on NME.
NME reports: Documentary about late former Iron Maiden singer Paul... — this is making waves across platforms.
With his sinister new role in Is God Is, Sterling K. Brown was eager to work with writer/director Aleshea Harris on her feature debut. The Oscar nominee, who plays the Monster in Harris’ thriller, explained that he was excited to work on the “incredibly creative” film from the...
Bottom line from Deadline: this signals where Hollywood is headed.
The 2D survival hit continues to rake in the dough on Steam.
Why it matters: Terraria devs reveal the game's average playtime on... could shake up the gaming landscape.
From Billy Wilder’s “The Lost Weekend” to the Sandra Bullock-starrer “28 Days” and beyond, cinema has a long tradition of substance abuse and recovery stories. There is something inherently cinematic and moving about a struggling person’s by-the-bootstraps journey to healing, ...
Bottom line from Variety: this could reshape the box office conversation.
Titanfall fans may watch another finger curl on the monkey’s paw when 1047 Games’ next project is revealed
The big picture: Splitgate Developer Said He Wanted Titanfall 3 And... — could shake up the gaming landscape.
The tournament's North American location means late kick-off times for UK football fans The post ’90s rave-themed World Cup screenings announced for London this summer appeared first on NME.
Bottom line from NME: this is making waves across platforms.
Apple is hoping that its record on privacy can be the differentiator on the AI front, and maybe even buy it a little slack as it continues to lag behind the competition. According to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman, the more chatbot-like Siri set to debut in iOS 27 will include the op...
The big picture: Revamped Siri will reportedly offer auto-deleting chats — could change how developers build software.
Below are the latest Nintendo products that can be currently pre-ordered at retailers for the week of May 17, 2026: United States Switch 2 R-Type Dimensions 3 – May 19 – Amazon Tales of Arise: Beyond the Dawn Edition – May 22 – Amazon, Best Buy, GameStop Yoshi and the Mysterio...
Nintendo Everything reports: Nintendo pre-order updates – May 17, 2026 –... — this is generating hype in the community.
The legendary photographer gets a treatment that captures all the complexity of a genius who was born at the perfect time in history.
The big picture: ‘Avedon’ Review: Ron Howard’s Portrait of an Icon... — signals where Hollywood is headed.
The film, premiering in Cannes, explores an influential body of work that ranges from visionary magazine spreads to Madison Avenue perfume campaigns to social commentary.
Bottom line from Hollywood Reporter: this is generating industry buzz.
Two months after launch, Sucker Punch has announced that it's already moving on from Ghost of Yōtei Legends
Kotaku reports: Ghost of Yōtei Legends’ Already Received Its ‘Last... — this is generating hype in the community.
Mixtape publisher Annapurna Interactive has laid out in no uncertain terms that no, Mixtape will not be delisted "due to music licenses expiring". Read more
Bottom line from Eurogamer: this reflects the evolution of interactive entertainment.
In this tutorial, we explore how to apply post-training quantization to an instruction-tuned language model using llmcompressor. We start with an FP16 baseline and then compare multiple compression strategies, including FP8 dynamic quantization, GPTQ W4A16, and SmoothQuant wit...
MarkTechPost reports: A Coding Implementation to Compress and Benchmark Instruction-Tuned... — this could accelerate the AI arms race.
Trump approved in December a record-breaking $11 billion arms package to Taiwan including missiles, drones, artillery systems and military software.
Fortune reports: Taiwan’s president says the U.S. arms sales that... — this reflects a broader economic trend.
Ahead of I/O 2026, Google continues to roll out Gemini app features, with some users now seeing a “Thinking level” option. more…
The big picture: Gemini app rolling out ‘Extended’ thinking level, new... — is one to watch for the industry.
Health authorities say the current outbreak is caused by the Bundibugyo virus.
Why it matters: WHO declares latest Ebola outbreak a global health... may shift market dynamics.
Fans had been waiting for this for three years — and the excitement was palpable around Amsterdam as delighted, glitter-garbed enthusiasts gathered in throngs, waiting for Harry Styles to take the stage and kick off his Together, Together Tour. Saturday, May 16 marked the high...
Rolling Stone reports: Together, Together: Fans Go All Out for Harry... — this could define this era of music.
The 1974 novel "Zen and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance" offered a simple but enduring idea: Working on machines should not be about just fixing them, but slowing down, paying attention, and reflecting on both the work and oneself in the pursuit of quality.
Phys.org reports: How short-form videos may aid the teaching of... — this could lead to real-world breakthroughs.
The rumored movement shooter is still in pre-alpha and without a release date.
The big picture: 1047 Games' spiritual successor to Titanfall will reportedly... — is one to watch for the industry.
The president has previously threatened to strike civilian infrastructure in Iran, a potential war crime.
The big picture: Trump warns Iran to 'get moving' or 'there... — reflects a broader economic trend.
Phasmophobia maker Kinetic Games has apologised to players for issues with its long-awaited 'Player Character Update', admitting it "missed the mark" and "didn't deliver on our promises to you". Read more
Why it matters: Phasmophobia admits it "missed the mark" and prepares... could shake up the gaming landscape.
Yields for 10- and 30-year JGBs have soared to the highest levels since the 1990s, and the central bank is expected to tighten for the fifth time since 2024.
Fortune reports: The top foreign holders of U.S. debt may... — this could affect investors and consumers alike.
Former Google CEO Eric Schmidt delivered the commencement address at the University of Arizona on Friday. And, as his speech veered into talk of AI, he was repeatedly drowned out by boos. AI is already a contentious topic, and it's not surprising that those about to enter a ra...
The big picture: University of Arizona students boo Eric Schmidt’s AI... — could change how developers build software.
Cannes: The "Train to Busan" director is as technically proficient at action sequences as ever, but its metaphors for AI and authoritarianism don't hit as hard as genre fans need them to right now.
IndieWire reports: ‘Colony’ Review: Yeon Sang-ho’s Latest Zombie Saga Paints... — this may set a new benchmark for the genre.
Users can choose between keeping conversations for 30 days, one year or forever, according to Bloomberg.
Engadget reports: Apple's new Siri app will reportedly offer auto-deleting... — this may redefine how we interact with devices.
"Lean into whatever allows you to feel what you’re feeling" The post Professor Green speaks out and shares advice on battles with ADHD and autism at school appeared first on NME.
Why it matters: Professor Green speaks out and shares advice on... shows where the music business is headed.
While SSD prices are still higher than last year, the Samsung 990 Pro at $429.99 feels far more reasonable than it did just a few weeks ago.
The big picture: Samsung 990 Pro gets discount of over $200... — signals a shift in how we use technology.
It's tough to get graduating students excited about a future shaped by artificial intelligence.
TechCrunch reports: If you’re giving a commencement speech in 2026,... — this could change how developers build software.
Terraria developer Re-Logic has insisted that it is committed to ensuring "the world of Terraria remains and will remain vibrant" as the sandbox game marks its 15th anniversary. Read more
Eurogamer reports: Terraria marks 70 million sales and 15th anniversary... — this could shake up the gaming landscape.
Trump threw his full support behind Julia Letlow in Louisiana's high-stakes contest, branding the incumbent "disloyal".
The big picture: Trump-backed challenger defeats Republican senator who voted to... — has global implications.
With record numbers of bear attacks on humans, Japan has been increasingly turning to high-tech solutions like the Monster Wolf robot. But production can't keep up with demand.
Why it matters: Japan can’t make robot wolves fast enough to... may redefine how we interact with devices.
Welcome back to TechCrunch Mobility — your central hub for news and insights on the future of transportation.
Why it matters: TechCrunch Mobility: The AI skills arms race is... reshapes the tech landscape.
For the season 51 finale of SNL, Colin Jost and Michael Che continued the Weekend Update tradition of swapping jokes.
Mashable reports: Colin Jost and Michael Che swap Weekend Update... — this is one to watch for the industry.
System: Switch 2 Release date: May 12, 2026 Developer: MachineGames Publisher: Bethesday As fun as it is to watch Harrison Ford hunt down ancient relics in the old Indiana Jones films, it’s really Indy’s video games that are the relics these days. It’s been a long time since w...
Why it matters: Indiana Jones and the Great Circle review for... is generating hype in the community.
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