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The Pentagon vs. Anthropic + An A.I. Agent Slandered Me + Hot Mess Express February 20, 2026
This would be an unprecedented escalation against a U.S. company.
His Team Devised Ways to Keep World Cup Crowds Safe February 20, 2026
Michael Silevitch leads a research center dedicated to protecting busy public spaces. Last April, he was instructed to “end all work” immediately.
A.I. Isn’t Coming for Every White-Collar Job. At Least Not Yet. February 20, 2026
Tech workers are increasingly worried that the artificial intelligence they are building will replace them. But some are optimistic that it is just one more tool to work with.
West Virginia Sues Apple, Claiming It Allows Sharing of Child Sexual Abuse Material February 19, 2026
The state’s attorney general said in a lawsuit filed on Thursday that the company declined to use tools that recognize the material stored on iCloud.
Mark Zuckerberg Takes the Stand in Social Media Addiction Trial February 19, 2026
Meta’s chief executive said users spent a lot of time on Instagram because of its value, as he was grilled about child safety issues in front of a jury.
Defense Department and Anthropic Square Off in Dispute Over A.I. Safety February 19, 2026
How artificial intelligence will be used in future battlefields is an issue that has turned increasingly political and may put Anthropic in a bind.
Decoding the A.I. Beliefs of Anthropic and Its C.E.O., Dario Amodei February 18, 2026
The company is at odds with the Pentagon over how its A.I. will be used. The conflict has its roots in the foundational plan for Anthropic.
Meta Begins $65 Million Election Push to Advance A.I. Agenda February 18, 2026
Meta’s biggest election investment aims to prevent state legislation that it fears could inhibit artificial intelligence development. Its spending starts this week in Texas and Illinois.
What Do A.I. Chatbots Discuss Among Themselves? We Sent One to Find Out. February 18, 2026
We interviewed our bot about what it learned on Moltbook, the A.I.-only social network.
How to Watch Free Live Television on Your Phone or Tablet February 18, 2026
Whether by app or old-school antennas, budget-friendly options abound.
Uber Taking Steps to Expand Number of EV Chargers Near Its Drivers February 18, 2026
The company said it would encourage companies that operated chargers to install them in neighborhoods where its drivers lived and work.
Chatbots Are the New Influencers Brands Must Woo February 17, 2026
Companies are realizing they can no longer simply promote themselves to potential customers. They have to win over the robots, too.
With Niche Tech World References, Vibe Hopes Its Billboards Reach Start-Up Insiders February 17, 2026
Billboards that wouldn’t make sense to people outside the tech industry have become common in the Bay Area. One company took the microtargeting game to another level.
User Issues With X Appear to Have Resolved February 16, 2026
The social media site was the subject of user complaints early Monday.
Their Secret to a Happy Marriage? A Translation App February 16, 2026
He speaks English. She speaks Mandarin. The secret to their happy marriage: Microsoft Translator.
Could an Electronic Coach Help Ski Jumpers Leap Farther? February 15, 2026
Future Olympic prospects are testing a device that can give them corrective advice in real time as they hurtle into the air.
More Than Ever, Videos Expose the Truth. And Cloud It, Too. February 15, 2026
In Minneapolis, videos of the Alex Pretti killing undermined the federal government’s account. But an A.I. video of Brad Pitt shows the dangers ahead.
Ring Ends Deal to Link Neighborhood Cameras After Backlash to Super Bowl Ad February 14, 2026
A commercial about a lost dog being reunited with his family ignited concerns that a “Search Party” feature posed privacy risks. Ring parted ways with the tech company Flock Safety.
David J. Farber, ‘Grandfather of the Internet,’ Dies at 91 February 14, 2026
A researcher, professor and federal policy adviser, he guided students who went on to do groundbreaking work in connecting the world online.
Homeland Security Demands Social Media Sites Reveal Names Behind Anti-ICE Posts February 13, 2026
The department has sent Google, Meta and other companies hundreds of subpoenas for information on accounts that track or comment on Immigration and Customs Enforcement, officials and tech workers said.