Category: Science/Technology

Best VPN Android 2026: Honest Rankings of the Top ...

Best VPN Android 2026: Honest Rankings of the Top VPN Apps Android users have more VPN choices than ever. Unfortunately, many are ...

Cyberbullying 2026: What’s Changed and What Parent...

Cyberbullying 2026: What’s Changed and What Parents Still Get Wrong Many parents still picture cyberbullying as mean comments on s...

Best Parental Control App 2026: The Real Review of...

Best Parental Control App 2026: The Real Review of the Top Options for Families Keeping children safe online has never been simple...

Best Father’s Day gifts for every kind of dad 2026...

Find Father’s Day gifts for every dad, from privacy tools and smart gadgets to cooling bedding, AirTags and family photo frames.

Why scammers target retirees in a 6-week summer wi...

Scammers target retirees hardest from Memorial Day to July 4. See the 6-week fraud calendar and how to protect yourself now.

A fake SSA email almost fooled a real CyberGuy listener. Kurt breaks down every red flag, what clicking that button actually does,...

Amazon drops early deals ahead of Prime Day later ...

With Amazon Prime Day set for later this month, early deals are starting to drop at the retailer, so I've rounded up the 18 best o...

'They want to build a moat': Anthropic's scary war...

Anthropic is calling for the AI industry to slow down and put some safeguards in place, but that might not be possible.

Masters of the Universe end-credits scene teases t...

Travis Knight unpacks the most important of the new Amazon movie's three end-credits scenes.

The MacBook Neo kickstarted an 8GB RAM trend — and...

What's good for the Neo is also good for the XPS and Surface? Price-wise, that may be true — but what about future-proofing?

Dutton Ranch episode 5 recap: a shock death, an un...

Things are looking bleak for Beth and Rip after losing all their cattle, and they're turning to the enemy for help in Dutton Ranch...

Ancient coin, mysterious markings found under Notr...

A team of archaeologists at the iconic cathedral is digging straight down and back in time, to Roman Paris 2,000 years ago.

Meteor lights up southern Michigan as it burns thr...

Days after a meteor exploded over New England, another fireball was spotted, visible in the Midwest to the Northeast. Rob Marciano...

El Niño could bring more widespread coral bleachin...

The expected arrival of El Niño this summer could trigger another mass coral bleaching event, which would be the fifth on record, ...

Scientists find yeast in frozen mummy's guts, use ...

More than 5,300 years ago, Oetzi the Iceman was strolling through the Alps on the border of Austria and Italy when he was killed b...

Florida sues OpenAI over alleged harms caused by C...

Florida has become the first state to sue OpenAI and its CEO, Sam Altman.

Why Florida is suing OpenAI and its CEO Sam Altman

Florida has filed a civil suit against OpenAI and its CEO Sam Altman, accusing them of deceiving users. Jo Ling Kent explains.

Amazon faces lawsuit over Ring facial recognition ...

A Virginia man is suing Amazon over Ring's "Familiar Faces" feature, alleging the technology violates people's privacy.

Meta is selling $3.99 monthly subscriptions for In...

The new paid tier adds features like longer stories and deeper metrics as Meta looks to diversify revenue beyond advertising.

She waited for a soulmate who never showed up: Cha...

AI-fueled delusions can happen when chatbots respond to grandiose, paranoid or imaginary ideas with affirmation or encouragement.

Why Google Ads are showing on X: a partnership bor...

For years, the bird app (Twitter) operated like a premium boutique, commanding its own self-serve ad platform and…

83% of Nigerians support social media restrictions...

More than four in five Nigerians want the government to regulate children’s access to social media, according to…

The Infrastructure Behind the Exchange: ViaBTC Gro...

As ViaBTC Group celebrates its tenth anniversary with the launch of its “Proof of Decade” campaign, the milestone…

2026 FIFA World Cup: Here are 5 tech updates you s...

The 2026 FIFA World Cup is upon us. This edition, hosted by Canada, Mexico and the USA, is…

How OmniRetail built a business on 95% of Nigerian...

The conventional framing of African e-commerce positions digital platforms as the future and traditional trade as the past.…

17,000-year-old stripes of red in a Welsh cave are...

Over a century after a red-lined cave wall was discovered, scientists have determined that it represents the U.K.'s oldest rock ar...

China launches new Long March 12B rocket, reported...

China's Long March 12B rocket has blasted off on its maiden voyage carrying more Qianfan "Thousand Sails" satellites, during a sur...

SIGMA 60-600mm f/4.5-6.3 DG DN OS Sport lens revie...

Sigma’s 60-600mm Sport lens is one of the most versatile wildlife lenses around, but can its huge zoom range outweigh the heavy de...

'It was very very good': Ötzi the Iceman's body is...

A new study cultivated four strains of cold-adapted yeasts that had colonized Ötzi's body shortly after his death 5,300 years ago ...

Physicists achieve 'perfect randomness' for the fi...

Physicists used quantum bits to achieve 'perfect randomness' in a world-first experiment. The results of their research could stre...

QR code email scam targets employee reviews

A phishing email disguised as an HR performance review uses a QR code to trick victims. Learn how to spot this quishing scam and s...

Your Microsoft text codes are going away

Microsoft says it will phase out SMS codes for personal account sign-ins, urging users to switch to passkeys for better protection...

Would you ride in Waymo's new Ojai robotaxi?

Waymo's new Ojai robotaxi is built around passenger comfort with a spacious cabin, flat floor and big screens to control temperatu...

AI helped researchers bypass Apple M5 defenses

A small team claims AI helped them exploit Apple's newest M5 chip defenses in days, signaling a shift in how fast vulnerabilities ...

Identity theft rarely announces itself: 6 signs yo...

Identity thieves count on you ignoring small clues like a $4 charge or a missing bill. Spot these six quiet signs before fraud dam...

5 most explosive claims from Florida's lawsuit aga...

Florida AG files lawsuit against OpenAI and CEO Sam Altman, claiming ChatGPT chatbots are unsafe and the company ignored potential...

South Africa unveils plan to commercialise $1.8 bi...

TIA 2.0 represents a structural overhaul of South Africa’s innovation system, shifting the agency from a project funder to a comme...

The Next wave: We seem to miss the point about Afr...

Cet article est aussi disponible en français First published 31 May, 2026 It is not every day you watch very smart people delibera...

MultiChoice offers $4.25 DStv Stream deal to forme...

The transition began in May with eligible customers receiving free access to DStv Stream Compact through the end of the month befo...

Uganda’s central bank caps cash withdrawals in dig...

The Bank of Uganda (BoU) said individual customers will only be allowed to withdraw up to UGX50 million ($13,700) daily and UGX250...

In today's edition: Canal+ to list on the JSE today || Telecel expands telecom network in Ghana || BYD now EV leader in Africa || ...

Lawsuit Filed Against USDA Seeking For Restoration...

A lawsuit has been filed against the U.

NBA Plans To Implement AI Automated System For Ins...

NBA Commissioner Adam Silver says the league plans to use AI-assisted technology to automate objective calls.

Anthropic Nears Trillion-Dollar Valuation After It...

Anthropic is nearing a trillion-dollar valuation after raising new funding.

UMG, Sony Music Entertainment Are Requesting For M...

Universal Music Group and Sony Music Entertainment (Sony) want to update a lawsuit against the AI music-generation platform Suno.

Kevin Hart’s Plant-Based Nutrition Company VitaHus...

Kevin Hart’s plant-based nutrition company has received new funding.

A revolutionary cancer treatment could transform a...

Researchers are testing CAR T cell therapy as a way to reset the immune system in lupus, Graves’ disease and other conditions wher...

They call it stupid hot for a reason: Heat muddles...

As temperatures rise, some creatures pick fights while others struggle to learn. The consequences of these behavioral changes may ...

A social compass in the brain

People with a rare genetic disorder that damages the amygdala are helping neuroscientists rethink how the brain shapes fear, trust...

How to tame AI’s voracious appetite for energy

Scientists are exploring new algorithms, hardware and computing methods to lower AI’s power demands. Strategic siting of data cent...

Blood, poop and carcasses: How feasting bugs are h...

Critters that dine on flesh and waste also consume the animal’s DNA. That genetic material is helping scientists detect and map el...

Meta is reportedly developing an AI pendant

Meta seems to be making big bets on AI-powered hardware.

Snap alums unveil Ghost Angels fund

A group of 20 Snap alumni has come together to launch a fund called Ghost Angels to back the next generation of social media.

‘What a joke’: Github Copilot’s new token-based bi...

The golden age of Microsoft's Github Copilot appears to be at an end.

This weekend’s two biggest movies were both direct...

The YouTube-to-prestige-horror pipeline is looking very strong.

SoftBank says it will invest up to €75 billion to ...

The goal, the firm said, is to develop and operate up to 5 gigawatts of additional data center capacity.

Cybercrime Crew Claims It Hacked Mike Lindell’s My...

Plus: A ransomware group is now stealing data in person, BusPatrol wants to hand its license plate surveillance data to the cops, ...

Quilts Are Better Than Sleeping Bags

Tired of sleeping like a mummy in a bag? Improve your backcountry sleep and carry less weight with an ultralight quilt.

Tello Mobile Plan Review (2026): Low Cost, Reliabl...

With inflation and gas prices rising, I’m trying to save money wherever I can. I tested Tello’s budget cell phone plan, and for me...

Keychron K2 HE Concrete Edition Review: Rock-Solid...

Keychron's K2 HE Concrete Edition sounds like a cute gimmick, but as I discovered, there's a really solid keyboard beyond the absu...

‘Backrooms’ Takes You Deeper Inside the Internet’s...

Kane Parsons was just 16 years old when he created a viral YouTube horror series based on a 4chan meme. Now he’s ready to conquer ...

Wearable ultrasound patch can monitor high-risk pr...

For decades, ultrasounds have been the primary means of fetal monitoring.

Nvidia’s Jensen Huang joins advisory board of Chin...

Outgoing Apple CEO Tim Cook serves as chairman of the advisory board, members of which also include SpaceX boss Elon Musk, Meta ch...

With nearly $1 trillion valuation, Anthropic dethr...

Anthropic is now the artificial intelligence king in Silicon Valley – unseating rival OpenAI as the most valuable AI company after...

Temporary ‘smart tattoo’ could catch skin cancer b...

Finally, a new use for temporary tattoos beyond kiddie goodie bags.

Brutal bloodbath at California tech startup Webflo...

Website building and hosting platform Webflow is just the latest victim of Artificial Intelligence that has wreaked havoc on Calif...

This startup is betting on tap-to-pay in a transfe...

CashAfrica is betting on contactless payments as Nigeria’s next major shift, building infrastructure and partnerships to power tap...

Ghana halts MTN’s MoMo fee before it even begins

On Techpoint Digest, we discuss Ghana's decision to halt MTN's MoMo fee before it even begins, CashAfrica wanting Nigerians to tap...

Savant opens applications for Build Cohort 4, an i...

Savant has opened applications for Cohort 4 of the Savant...

Kenya to fine telcos for bad network service

On Techpoint Digest, we discuss Kenya's decision to fine telcos for poor network service, Meta's paid Internet era has officially ...

David Daniel Igbigbi Joins Growing Push for Practi...

As conversations around software engineering talent development continue gaining momentum...

Africa Day 2026: African Tech Builders Solving Pro...

Africa Day 2026: African Tech Builders Solving Problems Global Tech Overlooked When people talk about innovation, they often point...

How to Protect Your Kids Online Without Destroying...

How to Protect Your Kids Online Without Destroying Their Trust The internet can help children learn, connect, and explore. However...

Tech Jobs Growing in 2026 Despite the AI Headlines

Tech Jobs Growing in 2026 Despite the AI Headlines If headlines make it sound like artificial intelligence is replacing every work...

Cybersecurity Threats in 2026 Nobody Is Warning Yo...

Cybersecurity Threats in 2026 Nobody Is Warning You About Most people think cybercrime still looks the same: suspicious emails, we...

AgentPR: A Nigerian AI Architect just built Africa...

AgentPR: A Nigerian AI Architect just built Africa first AI powered PR intelligence platform Most brands in Africa still track med...

FTC reveals where spam calls hit hardest

Spam calls are rising again. See which states get hit hardest and how to stop robocalls before scammers get you to answer.

Your insurance app may be tracking your location, health data, and driving habits 24/7, and some are selling it. Kurt shows you ex...

Fake grant email promises $4.5 Million but could s...

Fake IMF email promises $4.5M but the red flags are clear. See how this scam works and how to protect yourself today.

Your senior parents are easier to impersonate than...

Older adults are prime identity theft targets. Learn how to lock down credit, tax, Medicare and phone scams before fraud hits.

FBI confirms 25 ransomware groups using First VPN’...

FBI links First VPN’s activities to gangs involved in cybercrime and calls for tighter security controls and behavioural monitorin...

Closing the AI literacy gap is the real gender equ...

AI literacy empowers women to build, innovate and close tech's gender gap.

A Russian hacker tricked a 17,000-strong MAGA Tele...

The threat actor tricked tens of thousands of MAGA and QAnon community members into believing he was a USAF veteran.

This compact antivirus protection package is now l...

Secure your online life for less than £25 — Norton 360 Standard is 64% off right now

Carnival cruise operator confirms nearly 6 million...

in late April, ShinyHunters claimed responsibility for the breach.

New species of blue octopus discovered 5,900 feet ...

The new species, named Microeledone galapagensis, has a blue hue, which is believed to be the rarest color in nature.

Atlantic hurricane season is coming up. Here's wha...

The 2026 Atlantic hurricane season is quickly approaching, and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration is releasing it...

CBS News poll finds most doubt government will ens...

Amid concern about AI taking jobs, people see a range of motives by AI companies.

YouTube taking steps to make clear when realistic ...

YouTube said it will automatically label photorealistic content created by AI, the video platform said.

Pope Leo calls for "disarming" of AI in technology...

In his "Magnifica Humanitas" encyclical, Pope Leo warns that as civilization grapples with the power of AI, the main challenge is ...

Meta will offer exclusive features for paid subscr...

Meta says its rolling out paid social subscriptions that will include exclusive features like "super reactions" and customizable t...

How ChatGPT warped reality for these users: "Why w...

AI-fueled delusions can happen when chatbots respond to grandiose, paranoid or imaginary ideas with affirmation or encouragement.

Anthropic overtakes OpenAI as world’s most valuabl...

In one of the most significant moments in the short but seismic history of artificial intelligence, Anthropic has…

Nigeria’s smartphone shipments grew by 8% in Q1’26...

Smartphone shipments in Nigeria increased by 8% year-on-year (YoY) in the first quarter of 2026, indicating continued demand…

Scrolling past crisis

How Jephte Loudom Foudom is rewriting the rules of...

In 2017, Jephte Loudom Foudom was running JuuBots AI in Cameroon, building chatbots for beauty brands and entertainment…

OnePurze aims to become Nigeria’s ultimate digital...

There is a particular kind of anger that comes from watching someone you love get robbed, and nobody…

'It's being promoted like there's absolutely no ri...

Researchers want stricter testing, better labels and accurate dosages for a wildly popular sleep aid that comes with some risks.

Celestron NexStar 6SE review

A dependable and sharp 6-inch GoTo telescope with sharp views and basic imaging potential, but with dated tech that’s a bit slow t...

Chemists create 'water armor' that prevents stains...

Material scientists in China have created a new kind of coating that keeps clothes clean without the need for wasteful detergents....

Scientists found the optimal robot body, and it ha...

A sea-urchin-like robot could offer a new blueprint for making more versatile robots, research suggests.

A single day of attacks on Iranian oil refineries ...

Fires from March 7 airstrikes created a sulfur dioxide plume spanning 185,000 square miles.

NASA announces three new Moon missions as agency r...

NASA announces three new Moon missions as part of its Moon Base program, aiming to establish a permanent human presence on the lun...

AI robotic beehives installed in Florida community...

A Florida community deploys AI-powered robotic beehives to protect declining bee populations that pollinate roughly 75% of the cro...

Your health app may be failing you

Many seniors struggle with health apps and portals despite wanting to use them. Learn how to overcome digital health literacy barr...

Are bank text codes enough to protect you?

Bank security codes sent via text may not be enough. Learn why authenticator apps and passkeys offer stronger two-factor authentic...

Could the 7-Eleven breach affect you?

A 7-Eleven data breach linked to franchisee records reportedly exposed personal details including names, addresses, dates of birth...

Cab-less electric trucks hit Ohio roads

Cab-less electric autonomous trucks from Einride will operate on Ohio public roads this summer, moving freight between EASE Logist...

Fox News AI Newsletter: Chatbots' left-wing bias

The Fox News AI Newsletter gives readers the latest AI technology advancements, covering the challenges and opportunities AI prese...

Meta lays off nearly 1,400 Washington employees in...

Meta will cut nearly 1,400 workers across Seattle, Bellevue, Redmond and remote positions in Washington state as the company accel...

Waymo pauses freeway robotaxi routes after safety ...

Waymo temporarily pauses all U.S. freeway robotaxi operations to address construction zone performance issues while surface street...

White House unveils Trump Accounts mobile app ahea...

A new Trump Accounts app built by Bank of New York Mellon and Robinhood will help parents manage investment accounts for eligible ...

Wasoko cofounder Daniel Yu launches $100 million A...

The Africa Jobs Fund (AJF) is a new philanthropic investment fund which aims to raise $100 million to support companies that creat...

The next fintech race is infrastructure. Paga want...

Through Paga Engine, its payments infrastructure business, the Nigerian fintech is packaging nearly two decades of internal paymen...

Why Glovo thinks Africa could become the world’s b...

In cities like Lagos, Nigeria, and Nairobi, Kenya, delivery is not just moving food or products from one point to another. It is a...

In today's edition: Spiro acquires Coexlion || Wasoko co-founder launches new fund || Absa taps former Standard Bank exec || CAK p...

Zipline to build 12 new hubs as Nigeria becomes it...

When Zipline first entered Nigeria in 2022, the company’s operations looked like another ambitious health-tech pilot: drones deliv...

Wyclef Jean Set To Release 7 Albums In 1 Year Usin...

Wyclef Jean has big plans ahead for his music career.

Jeff Bezos Calls Out ‘Buy, Borrow, Die’ Strategy, ...

Amazon founder Jeff Bezos is disputing claims surrounding the controversial “buy, borrow, die” tax strategy often associated with ...

Will.i.am Was An Early Investor In OpenAI, Which I...

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Even Though She Gave Billions To HBCUs, MacKenzie ...

MacKenzie Scott has built a reputation for her generosity, reportedly donating roughly $7.

Despite A Reported $60M Net Worth, Chris Rock Regr...

Chris Rock reveals how much money he missed out on with the film “Shrek.

Who will benefit most from SpaceX IPO? Mostly Elon...

Elon Musk has the largest stake in SpaceX by billions of shares. The other biggest shareholders also have longstanding and deep ti...

Waymo halts freeway rides after robotaxis struggle...

The service suspension comes as Waymo has also paused operations in Atlanta and San Antonio after its robotaxis drove into flooded...

Waymo expands pause to four cities as robotaxis ke...

Waymo's robotaxi service is now suspended in both Atlanta and San Antonio, as the company works to stop its vehicles from driving ...

SpaceX scrubs first Starship V3 launch just before...

SpaceX fueled the third-generation rocket booster and ship and was just moments away from liftoff, before calling a scrub. It's ex...

Finnish phone-maker HMD bundles Indian AI chatbot ...

HMD is pre-loading Sarvam's Indus chatbot app, which supports 22 Indic languages