BTS" parent company is making NFTs, and fans are furious
BTS' parent company HYBE has announced it's branching out into NFTs, using the blockchain to mint pictures of K-pop boys. Fans are livid.The South Korean entertainment company shared its crypto ambitions during a live streamed briefing on its future.....»»
Study finds private equity targets firms with earnings myopia
What makes private equity firms target a publicly traded company for takeover? A new study from the University of Iowa published in the journal Review of Accounting Studies finds that private equity is often likely to target firms that more aggressiv.....»»
The reported Apple smart home camera will combine ultimate privacy with Apple Intelligence
Earlier this week Ming-Chi Kuo suggested that we’ll see an Apple smart home camera in 2026, with the company confident it will prove to be a popular accessory, selling in the tens of millions per year. Given Apple’s habit of minimizing the num.....»»
Lawsuit by US workers accuses Apple chipmaker TSMC of ‘anti-American discrimination’
TSMC’s Arizona plants will enable Apple chips for older devices to be made in the US for the first time, but things haven’t exactly been going to plan. The latest development is that a group of the company’s US workers have filed a lawsuit a.....»»
UK group wants $4 billion payout for iCloud users
The UK's "Which?" consumer group and publication is to sue Apple over what it claims is the company's anti-competitive way of locking users into paying for iCloud storage.Apple's iCloud promo — image credit: AppleIt's not the first lawsuit against.....»»
Did Samsung just confirm the Galaxy S25 launch timeframe?
According to a recent online survey from Samsung, the company might have accidentally revealed a timeframe for the Galaxy S25 launch. The post Did Samsung just confirm the Galaxy S25 launch timeframe? appeared first on Phandroid. Based on.....»»
How Intel is making open source accessible to all developers
In this Help Net Security interview, Arun Gupta, Vice President and General Manager for Open Ecosystem, Intel, discusses the company’s commitment to fostering an open ecosystem as a cornerstone of its software strategy. He explains how this app.....»»
Bone Marrow Donors Can Be Hard to Find. One Company Is Turning to Cadavers
San Francisco–based Ossium Health has carried out three transplants for cancer patients using stem cells from deceased donors’ bone marrow in recent months......»»
Xbox is testing a handheld device, but it’s a long ways off
Xbox CEO Phil Spencer confirmed the company is testing handhelds, but don't expect one any time soon......»»
Hulu vs. Disney+: Which streaming service should you pick?
Disney+ and Hulu may be owned by the same company, but they're quite different services. Which one is more worth your money? Our guide will help you decide......»»
Xiaomi Finally Hits a Major EV Sales Milestone
The company's EV has become one of the most talked-about electric cars this year. The post Xiaomi Finally Hits a Major EV Sales Milestone appeared first on Phandroid. In case you’re not aware, Xiaomi launched its first electric car e.....»»
New book arrives as the perfect gift for Ted Lasso fans
The holiday shopping season has arrived, and with it a great gift has just released for the Ted Lasso fans in your life (self-gifting is okay too). From The New York Times’ TV critic comes telling the full story of the biggest Apple TV+ hit. m.....»»
Predicting Apple Intelligence revenue opportunities in 2025
Alright, let’s make some predictions. Aside from the iPhone, Services is Apple’s most successful product category. The company’s approach to modern artificial intelligence, combined with its acquisition history, hints at how Apple could unlock.....»»
Firefly Aerospace rakes in more cash as competitors struggle for footing
The Series D fundraising round was "oversubscribed" and netted Firefly $175 million. Firefly Aerospace, a Texas-based company resurrected from bankruptcy, is riding high these day.....»»
Crazy stretchy screen could kill the crease we all hate
LG debuted a stretchable screen, and that's good news for folding phone fans. It means no more unsightly crease......»»
Apple"s M4 Max 14-inch MacBook Pro is on sale for $2,999 & in stock
This popular M4 Max configuration packs a 32-core GPU and 1TB storage, making it a well-equipped model that's $200 off and in stock now.Pick up this M4 Max MacBook Pro at a discount - Image credit: AppleTo grab the $200 discount, head over to Apple A.....»»
Rakuten Viber unveils new security solutions for businesses
Rakuten Viber has launched new solutions to further protect communication on the platform. Businesses can now quickly authenticate users to enhance trust and reduce fraud, making interactions more secure. Verification messages provide a secure and se.....»»
CISOs in 2025: Balancing security, compliance, and accountability
In this Help Net Security interview, Daniel Schwalbe, CISO at DomainTools, discusses the intensifying regulatory demands that have reshaped CISO accountability and daily decision-making. He outlines the skill sets future CISOs need, their key priorit.....»»
Apple begins selling new Gold Link Bracelet for Apple Watch
When was announced in September, the company also unveiled a new Gold Link Bracelet made of stainless steel. However, while the Natural and Slate versions were available from day one, the gold version was unavailable – but that has just changed......»»
FordPass app updated with Control Center toggles, new Home Screen widget
Ford fans rejoice: it’s our turn to add widgets for our cars to Control Center. Ford is rolling out a new version of the FordPass app with Control Center toggles as well as a new Home Screen widget. more….....»»
Social media can turn household chores into profit—but are gender stereotypes making a comeback?
A study reveals a surprising transformation: as social media turns everyday household chores into profitable ventures, it may also be bringing back outdated gender stereotypes. Published in the Journal of Marketing Management, the research explores h.....»»