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Spotify will let creators distribute and monetize video podcasts on Apple Podcasts using Apple’s HLS streaming technology, without changing their existing workflows.

Crosby is building Synthetic, a fully autonomous AI bookkeeping service for other startups.

While the Meta-owned social network billed Instants as a new format to share real-life moments as they’re happening, many users are looking for a way  to turn off the feature, especially those who have ended up accidentally sending images to others not fully understanding how the feature works. 

The Samsung 65-inch S90F OLED 4K TV is on sale at Amazon for only $1,397.99. That's a 44% price drop from its original list price.

A group of likely Russian government hackers tried to hack a security researcher who investigates spyware attacks. He was then able to turn the tables on the hackers and reveal details of their espionage campaign.

The Roborock Qrevo CurvX robot vacuum is on sale at Amazon for $899.98, down from the normal price of $1,499.99. That's a 40% discount.

This is Cisco's latest layoff in recent years, while the company's chief executive touts record revenue and growth.

Wirestock has over 700,000 creators on its platform, which supplies photos, videos and 3D content to AI labs.

Your shot at VC access, global visibility, TechCrunch coverage, and $100K equity-free funding is running out. Deadline to apply is May 27. Apply now.

Uber plans to open two new engineering campuses with a capacity of nearly 10,000 people in India by the end of 2027.

Xbox Mode brings a console-style experience to PC gaming with a unified library, improved performance, and controller-focused features.

As of May 14, the Lego Icons 'The Lord of The Rings': Balrog Book Nook Kit is on sale at Amazon for $108.99. This is 16% off its list price of $129.99.

A targeted drug-delivery system called TAMP aims to send chemotherapy near pancreatic tumors instead of through the entire body in a Phase III trial.

Amazon has the Samsung Odyssey OLED G6 monitor on sale for $479.99, saving you $120 on a 240Hz QD-OLED display.

Bumble users express frustration with the app as its founder and CEO, Whitney Wolfe Herd, announces more AI.

Amazon has the MTG Foundations Play Booster Box for $129.99, beating TCGplayer and Walmart prices.

From the return of Miranda Priestly to the evolution of Andy Sachs, we explore how "The Devil Wears Prada 2" captures legacy sequel gold.

Motorola's Razr Fold is an impressive first swing at a book-style foldable for Motorola, but it's a tough market these days.

Dell announced its new entry-level Alienware gaming laptop on May 14. The Alienware 15 is now available starting at $1,299.99.

Former president Barack Obama sat down opposite Stephen Colbert to take the famous "Colbert Questionert".

"Doctor Who" star Ncuti Gatwa is set to host the final episode of "SNL UK" Season 1 on May 16 and the regeneration jokes are out.

TikTok has introduced a new feature called TikTok Go, allowing users to book hotels, tours and attractions directly through the app.

As of May 14, the Hisense 50-inch Hi-QLED S7 CanvasTV has hit its lowest price yet at Amazon of $798.99. This is 39% off its list price of $1,299.99.

Silent voicemail scams drop blank messages into your inbox without ringing your phone. Here's how the scam works and what you can do to fight back now.

Stephen Colbert challenged former president Barack Obama to a Wordle race during their recent interview.

Walmart has the Pokémon TCG Chaos Rising Booster Box for $244.77, beating TCGplayer’s market price by over $20.

Defying gravity is the default in the Fast & Furious films. Here are the most ridiculous stunts.

A definitive ranking of 'Fast and Furious' films, from 'The Fast and the Furious' to 'Fast X'.

Find the best robot lawn mower deal. Save 20% on the Mammotion Luba 3 at Amazon.

Get the best smartphone deal. Save 10% on the Samsung Galaxy S26 at Amazon.

As of May 14, the Eufy C28 robot vacuum and mop has returned to its lowest-ever price at Amazon of $499.98. This is 38% off its list price of $799.99.

Billie Eilish appeared on the "Conan O'Brien Needs a Friend" podcast and tried to convince the host to play Slender Man.

How Wi-Fi-connecting, app-based tech led to a backlash in the name of simplicity

Ishmael Reed, provocateur and playwright, has a few words for the billionaires of Silicon Valley.

The Google I/O 2026 developers conference is happening on May 19. This year, we're expecting a big focus on AI tools like Gemini and Veo.

How to watch Eurovision for free. Live stream the 2026 Eurovision Song Contest for free from anywhere in the world.

Get Apple's most powerful laptop, the MacBook Pro, for over $1,400 off.

Save 70% on AcePDF Converter & Editor and convert, edit, compress, merge, and OCR PDF files for $29.99.

Get Microsoft Visual Studio Professional 2026 for $34.97 and get a powerful 64-bit IDE with AI coding tools, Live Share collaboration, and more.

"Off Campus" makes several changes from Elle Kennedy's "The Deal," including its smart handling of the campus-wide hands-off law.

What’s new to streaming for the week of May 15, 2026, on Netflix, Prime Video, Hulu, and more? We've got you covered.

Find the best power station deal. Save 47% on the Jackery Explorer 2000 v2 at Amazon.

Get the best robot vacuum deal at Amazon. Save 36% on the Dreame L10s Ultra at Amazon.

See the Moon phase expected for May 14, 2026 as well as when the next Full Moon is expected.

Answers to each clue for the May 14, 2026 edition of NYT's The Mini crossword puzzle.

"The conversation is sort of happening in Silicon Valley around one thing, and a totally different conversation is happening among consumers."

The New York Times' latest game, Pips, brings domino fun to your desktop. How to play Pips as well as hints in case you get stuck.

Legal tech startups, including Clio, which just hit $500 million in ARR, are seeing massive customer adoption.

Connections: Sports Edition is a New York Times word game about finding common sports threads between words. How to solve the day's puzzle.

Hints and answers to today's Hurdle all in one place.

Connections is a New York Times word game that's all about finding the "common threads between words." How to solve the puzzle.

The NYT Strands hints and answers you need to make the most of your puzzling experience.

Here's the answer for "Wordle" #1790 on May 14 as well as a few hints, tips, and clues to help you solve it yourself.

Meta AI Incognito Chat is supposed to be "completely private."

Elon Musk traveled with the president on a state visit to China, even while his case against OpenAI's Sam Altman wrapped up.

As of May 13, get the DJI Neo Three-Battery Combo Kit for the lowest price we've seen.

Hive AI brings you AI tools together into one space, and right now, a lifetime subscription can be yours for just $49.97.

Notion’s new developer platform lets teams connect AI agents, external data sources, and custom code directly into their workspace as the company pushes deeper into agentic productivity software.

How to find the right robotic cleaner for your pool. Hands-free pool care is here to save your summer.

Cyberdecks are everywhere all of a sudden — used for music, for reading, or just for bling. But they go back to the earliest PCs.

See highlights from The Android Show I/O Edition 2026, including Googlebooks laptops and Gemini AI updates across devices.

Netflix and AEG Presents are bringing "KPop Demon Hunters" on a global concert tour. Here's how to get tickets.

The Trump Mobile CEO says the phones are finally shipping. But the terms and conditions make one thing perfectly clear: It doesn't have to!

CNET experts explain why phone batteries drain quickly, how lithium-ion batteries degrade, and tips to improve battery health.

Gas turbines at xAI's Colossus 2 data center have drawn a lawsuit over the company's use of "mobile" gas turbines as power plants.

The head of product for Claude Code and Cowork says that the next big step for AI is proactivity.

Amazon takes action against electric bikes that travel faster than 28 mph.

Threads is adding a new Meta Spark feature that's similar to X's Grok AI

What would some of the world's largest repositories of malware look like if they were stacked as hard drives, one on top of the other?

What would some of the world's largest repositories of malware look like if they were stacked as hard drives, one on top of the other?

Google and SpaceX are reportedly in talks for a deal to launch AI data centers into space.

Fervo Energy's IPO was upsized several times after potential investors asked why the enhanced geothermal startup wasn't raising more money.

The Mammotion Luba Mini 2 robot lawn mower is on sale at Amazon for $1,899 instead of $2,208 and it comes with a mini garage.

X’s new History tab combines bookmarks, likes, watched videos, and read articles into a single place, expanding the app’s role as a save-it-for-later tool.

The feature lets users share disappearing photos with their Close Friends or mutual followers that can be viewed only once and remain available for 24 hours.

From vibrators and dildos to clitoral suction devices and male sex toys, here are the best Masturbation May deals I could find.

Paul Bettany returns as Vision in Marvel's "VisionQuest." Here's what you need to know, from release date to cast.

Googlebooks could become Google’s premium laptop answer to Apple MacBooks and Microsoft Surface devices.

The Blueair Mini Restful air purifier and sunrise alarm clock is on sale at Woot for $59.99, down from the normal price of $199.99. That's a 70% discount.

Mind Robotics, which was first revealed in late 2025, has now raised more than $1 billion to date.

The Jackery HomePower 3000 is on sale at Amazon for $1,169, down from the normal price of $2,499. That's a 53% discount.

"I believe I am an honest and trustworthy business person," Altman testified in federal court.

Angela Lipps says she was arrested based on a facial recognition match and jailed for months before bank records helped prove she was in Tennessee.

Origin Lab will serve as a marketplace where AI labs can buy high-quality licensed data, and video-game companies can sell it.

Google’s Android update adds Gemini Intelligence, bringing more advanced AI features and app-based assistance to phones.

Anthropic is looking to broaden its customer base from larger enterprise customers to smaller and mid-sized businesses.

The Lego Botanicals Flowering Cactus set is on sale at Amazon for only $27.95, a 20% price drop from its usual $34.99.

As of May 13, get $5 off a $50 Shell gift card and get more gas for less.

Samsung's next Unpacked event will allegedly feature a huge array of upcoming devices, including Galaxy smart glasses.

Figure and 1X share new footage from their humanoid robot factories, revealing how each company is building the technology.

As of May 13, you can get a 16-inch Asus V16 gaming laptop for $1,189.99, down from $1,499.99. That's a 21% discount or $310 savings.

The DJI Flip with RC 2 is on sale at Amazon for $509, down from the standard price of $639. That's a 20% discount.

As of May 13, save $700 on the Dreame X50 Ultra robot vacuum and mop.