Tech Decoded: The latest technology news direct to your inbox

Tech Decoded: The latest technology news direct to your inbox

The tech industry possesses enormous power and influence, touching almost every aspect of our lives, from the way we work and shop, to the way we communicate and travel. Understanding the industry is not only vital to making sense of the world we live in but also the one we will inhabit tomorrow. Yet it … Read more

DeepSeek R1’s bold bet on reinforcement learning: How it outpaced OpenAI at 3% of the cost

DeepSeek R1’s bold bet on reinforcement learning: How it outpaced OpenAI at 3% of the cost

Join our daily and weekly newsletters for the latest updates and exclusive content on industry-leading AI coverage. Learn More DeepSeek R1’s Monday release has sent shockwaves through the AI community, disrupting assumptions about what’s required to achieve cutting-edge AI performance. Matching OpenAI’s o1 at just 3%-5% of the cost, this open-source model has not only … Read more

Yes, Food Recalls Rose in 2024. Here’s What Comes Next

Yes, Food Recalls Rose in 2024. Here’s What Comes Next

In 2024, food recalls in the US seemed to soar. Between headline-making outbreaks of listeria and E. coli and problems with undeclared allergens and other possible contaminants, there were 1,908 food and cosmetic recalls during the US Food and Drug Administration’s 2024 fiscal year, which ran from Oct. 1, 2023, to Sept. 30, 2024.  The FDA … Read more

Don’t Buy Any Other Samsung Phone, The Galaxy S25 Ultra is Almost Free

Don’t Buy Any Other Samsung Phone, The Galaxy S25 Ultra is Almost Free

Samsung has just unveiled its highly anticipated Galaxy S25 Series (check out our hands-on here and here), and the pre-order offers available until January 31, 2025 are revolutionary. It is now more cost-effective to opt for the premium Galaxy S25 Ultra than any other Samsung smartphone. By combining all the available benefits, you can save … Read more

How to Use Stolen Device Protection on Apple’s iPhone

How to Use Stolen Device Protection on Apple’s iPhone

If a thief ever steals an iPhone out of your bag or even snatches it from your grasp, panic sets in immediately. You also may have a lot more to worry about beyond just the cost of replacing the phone. What if they saw me enter the passcode and now have easy access to all … Read more

Movies by Black creators to watch on Netflix

Movies by Black creators to watch on Netflix

Actors get all the attention, but to make a movie truly great, you need a winning combination of writers, directors, and producers, as well as onscreen talent. To make a strong film that authentically portrays its Black characters, you need Black creatives in those decision-making positions. It’s a very simple concept, people! To shed a … Read more

Oracle and Microsoft are reportedly in talks to take over TikTok

Oracle and Microsoft are reportedly in talks to take over TikTok

Oracle and a group of investors that includes Microsoft are in talks to take over TikTok’s global operations, reports NPR. The deal, which the White House is reportedly negotiating, would see ByteDance keeping a minority stake in TikTok while “the app’s algorithm, data collection and software updates will be overseen by Oracle.” Oracle’s server network … Read more