UK competition rules need update, says expert panel. Tech giants face criticism for lack of competition

NASA announced the layoff of 900 manufacturing workers while it prepares to retire the space shuttle fleet, signaling a shift in the agency’s focus.

Black founders raised the most quarterly funding since 2022, but still face significant barriers. A look at the numbers and what's holding them back.

Three niche projects—dav2d, wolfCOSE, and London’s free roof terraces—draw heavy discussion on Hacker News, signaling shifting engineer interests.

Ars Technica’s 40‑year retrospective forces a fresh look at SpaceCamp’s mixed legacy and its relevance to today’s game designers.

Prepaid plans offer significant savings but account for only 23% of US wireless subscriptions, with market dynamics limiting their visibility.

Great tech deals for under $50, from earbuds to power banks.

New projects on decompiling and lawful wiretapping gain attention on Hacker News. Developers showcase their work on reverse engineering and TLS reconstruction.

Speedex Tools expands in Abu Dhabi, HookPic launches AI-powered photography platform, and other tech news.

A rsync patch sparks debate, Intel 8087 microcode is analyzed, and Fluxa offers AI-driven task management for freelancers and small teams.

AV2 video standard finalized, new food tech

Accenture's acquisition of Speedtest.net owner Ookla highlights the recurring challenges large firms face when absorbing startup assets.