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‘A step-change’: tech firms battle for undersea dominance with submarine drones
As navies seek to counter submarines and protect cables, startups and big defence companies fight to lead the market.

More than 1,000 Amazon workers warn rapid AI rollout threatens jobs and climate
Amazon employees have raised concerns that the company’s fast-paced adoption of AI could endanger jobs and have negative environmental impacts.

Small changes to ‘for you’ feed on X can rapidly increase political polarisation
Research shows that minor tweaks to the X (formerly Twitter) algorithm can quickly intensify political divisions among users.

One in 10 UK parents say their child has been blackmailed online, NSPCC finds
A survey by the NSPCC reveals that 10% of UK parents report their children have experienced online blackmail or sextortion.

How Amazon turned our capitalist era of free markets into the age of technofeudalism
Yanis Varoufakis discusses how Amazon’s dominance has shifted the economic landscape from free markets to a new era of technofeudalism.

Foreign interference or opportunistic grifting: why are so many pro-Trump X accounts based in Asia?
An investigation into the prevalence of pro-Trump X (Twitter) accounts originating from Asia, exploring motives and implications.

ChatGPT firm blames boy’s suicide on ‘misuse’ of its technology
OpenAI has responded to a tragic incident, attributing a boy’s suicide to the misuse of its chatbot technology.

The 29+ best US Black Friday travel deals on luggage, backpacks, travel adapters and more
A curated list of top Black Friday travel deals in the US, including luggage, backpacks, and travel accessories.

The 20+ best US Black Friday tech deals on TVs, tablets, phones, smart watches and more
A roundup of the best Black Friday tech deals in the US, featuring discounts on TVs, tablets, phones, and smartwatches.

The best Black Friday laptop deals in the UK – and how to avoid a bad one
A guide to the best Black Friday laptop deals in the UK, with tips on how to avoid poor-value offers.

The best Black Friday TV deals in the UK – and how to avoid a bad one
A selection of the top Black Friday TV deals in the UK, plus advice on making smart purchases.

Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold review: Dust-resistant and more durable foldable phone
A review of Google’s latest foldable phone, highlighting its improved dust resistance and durability.

iPhone 17 review: The Apple smartphone to get this year
A comprehensive review of the iPhone 17, Apple’s flagship smartphone for 2025.

iPhone Air review: Apple’s pursuit of absolute thinness
A look at Apple’s iPhone Air, focusing on its ultra-thin design and performance.

Apple iPhone 17 Pro review: Different looks but still all about the zoom
A review of the iPhone 17 Pro, emphasizing its camera zoom capabilities and new design.

Apple Watch SE 3 review: The bargain smartwatch for iPhone
A review of the Apple Watch SE 3, highlighting its value for iPhone users.

Oakley Meta Vanguard review: Fantastic AI running glasses linked to Garmin
A review of Oakley’s Meta Vanguard AI-powered running glasses, which integrate with Garmin devices.

Apple Watch Ultra 3 review: The biggest and best smartwatch for an iPhone
A review of the Apple Watch Ultra 3, Apple’s largest and most advanced smartwatch for iPhone users.

Garmin Fenix 8 Pro review: Built-in LTE and satellite for phone-free messaging
A review of the Garmin Fenix 8 Pro, featuring built-in LTE and satellite connectivity for messaging without a phone.

My family’s excitement about Outer Worlds 2 was short-lived – but at least we bonded over the disappointment
A personal account of the disappointment with The Outer Worlds 2, and how it became a bonding experience for