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Elon Musk's Tesla is taking the California Department of Motor Vehicles to court, an attempt to win back the right to use the term "autopilot" when advertising its line of cars. In a case filed Feb. 13, the electric vehicle giant claims that the department "wrongfully and baselessly” labeled Tesla a “false advertiser,” and argues that the department did not effectively prove that customers had been led to believe the vehicles could be operated without human oversight. SEE ALSO:

When your average daily token usage is 8 billion a day, you have a massive scale problem.
This was the case at AT&T, and chief data officer Andy Markus and his team recognized that it simply wasn’t feasible (or economical) to push everything through large reasoning models.
So, when building out an internal Ask AT&T personal assistant, they reconstructed the orchestration layer. The result: A multi-agent stack built on LangChain where large language model “super agents”

Well, she's still got it.Sitcom star Valerie Cherish (Lisa Kudrow) returns for a third and final season of HBO's The Comeback, created by Michael Patrick King (Sex and the City) and Kudrow. The show's first two seasons premiered in 2005 and 2014, offering up biting (and prescient) looks at sitcoms, reality TV, and the entertainment industry as a whole.SEE ALSO:'Toy Story 5' trailer: Woody and Buzz reunite to save Bonnie from becoming an iPad kid
Now, the cult classic is tackling a whole new host

Looking for a ride in a robotaxi? If you live in Chicago, Illinois and Charlotte, North Carolina, you may be able to ride around your city in an autonomous vehicle in the not so distant future.According to a report in TechCrunch, apparently confirmed by locals who spotted the vehicles in their area, Waymo is currently conducting test drives in both cities.Waymo's testing phase deploys Waymo vehicles with human drivers to cities where the Google-owned company is looking to roll out its ride-haili

Not a fan of AI? Tired of every app and device adding some sort of AI functionality?Then Firefox has some good news for you. The popular web browser, which is run by the non-profit-owned tech company Mozilla, has just rolled out a new update that comes with an AI killswitch.That's right. With the toggle of a simple setting in the Firefox web browser, users can remove any and all AI integrations or features built into the app.To turn off AI features in Firefox, simply download the latest update,

FREE $20 GIFT CARD: As of Feb. 26, pre-order the new Samsung Galaxy Buds 4 from Amazon and you'll get a free $20 gift card.Opens in a new windowCredit: SamsungSamsung Galaxy Buds 4 (2026)$179.99 at Amazon + free $20 Amazon gift cardPre-order HereSamsung Galaxy Unpacked 2026 delivered new phones, re-designed earbuds, and brave new features that could inspire a lot of shoppers to make the switch to Android. Of course, there are also a number of new deals to consider in the wake of this huge event,

For the last six months, enterprises wanting to deploy high quality AI image generation at scale have faced an uncomfortable trade-off: pay premium prices for Google's Nano Banana Pro model, or settle for cheaper (sometimes free), faster, but noticeably inferior alternatives — especially in terms of enterprise requirements like embedded accurate text, slides, diagrams, and other non aesthetic information. Today, Google DeepMind is attempting to collapse that gap with the launch of Nano Ban

Google dropped a surprise announcement for Gemini users today: Nano Banana 2 is here.The company announced the immediate launch of Nano Banana 2 in a blog post, and the AI image model is already rolling out to Google and Gemini AI tools. The model's official name is Gemini 3.1 Flash Image.Google says that Nano Banana 2 has more advanced world knowledge, a description that also calls to mind Google's recent world model Project Genie. "The model pulls from Gemini’s real-world knowledge base,

SAVE $1,099.99: Verizon customers can get the new Samsung Galaxy S26+ for free when they change their mobile plan to either the Unlimited Ultimate or Unlimited Plus plan.Opens in a new windowCredit: SamsungSamsung Galaxy S26+ (Verizon, 256GB)$0 at Verizon $1,099.99 Save $1,099.99free with any new Unlimited Ultimate or Unlimited Plus mobile planPre-order HereWith most "free" phone deals from mobile carriers, you're required to ship your old phone back to them in a trade-in situation. But Verizon

Apple recently announced that it's hosting a "special experience" on March 4, and now Apple CEO Tim Cook is hyping up the event with a mysterious X post. The post includes a short video and the message, "A big week ahead. It all starts Monday morning! #AppleLaunch"This Tweet is currently unavailable. It might be loading or has been removed.
So, what does it all mean? First, Apple prognosticators like Mark Gurman at Bloomberg have predicted that Apple will make several announcements in the days l

"No one's normal. It just looks that way from across the street."You'll hear that phrase a few times throughout DTF St. Louis, a darkly comedic miniseries from HBO and creator Steven Conrad (Patriot). The show examines the intertwined lives of three friends, diving beneath their seemingly normal exteriors to prod at the desires and fantasies they hope will drive away their middle-age malaise. Along the way, there's an affair, a murder, and a wildly named hookup app called DTF St. Louis.SEE ALSO:

Attackers jailbroke Anthropic’s Claude and ran it against multiple Mexican government agencies for approximately a month. They stole 150 GB of data from Mexico’s federal tax authority, the national electoral institute, four state governments, Mexico City’s civil registry, and Monterrey’s water utility, Bloomberg reported. The haul included documents related to 195 million taxpayer records, voter records, government employee credentials, and civil registry files. The attac

The dating app Bumble is rolling out two new product features today, both AI-focused: AI-suggested Profile Guidance and AI Photo Feedback.Profile Guidance, now rolling out globally, gives real-time, personalized feedback on users' bios, according to information Bumble sent to Mashable. The second, photo feedback, is U.S.-only for now, but it helps pick users' best shots for their profile. SEE ALSO:All your Bumble questions, answered
These features are similar to other AI-driven dating app featur

FREE SAMSUNG GALAXY S26 ULTRA: Sign up for any T-Mobile Experience Beyond plan for 24 months and get a free Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (256GB), usually selling for $1,299.99.Opens in a new windowCredit: SamsungFree Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra with T-Mobile Experience Beyond plan Shop NowWe waited extra long this year for the annual Samsung Unpacked event. Like always, we have fresh new Samsung Galaxy phones to drool over, or simply consider if your current Android phone is in need of an upgrade.

TL;DR: Walmart dropped discounted Pokémon TCG Scarlet and Violet Destined Rivals Booster Bundles at 10 a.m. ET on Feb. 26. You need to be signed up to Walmart+ to shop this exclusive deal.Opens in a new windowCredit: The Pokémon CompanyPokémon TCG Scarlet and Violet Destined Rivals Booster Bundle Shop NowThis week has been predictably tough on Pokémon TCG collectors. Walmart has been dropping exclusive Pokémon TCG collectibles all week in the lead up to Pok&eac

FREE $100 GIFT CARD: As of Feb. 26, you can get a free $100 gift card and double the storage (512GB) when you pre-order the new Samsung Galaxy S26 at Amazon. The offer ends on March 10.Opens in a new windowCredit: Samsung / AmazonSamsung Galaxy S26 (Unlocked, 512GB)$899.99 at Amazon $1,199.99 Save $300+ free $100 Amazon gift cardPre-order HereThere's several new Samsung Galaxy phones in town, as announced at Samsung Galaxy Unpacked 2026. The Galaxy S26 lineup — including the S26, S26+

ServiceNow is handling 90% of its own employee IT requests autonomously, resolving cases 99% faster than human agents. On Thursday it announced the product technology it wants to use to do the same for everyone else.Organizations have spent three years running pilots that stall when AI gets to the execution layer. The agent can identify the problem and recommend a fix, then hand it back to a human because it lacks the permissions to finish the job or because no one trusts it to act autonomously

The Scream franchise just got fun again, thanks to Scream 7. When it comes to churning out sequels, the horror series has a higher bar to clear than its sisters in slasher. It's not enough to make a movie that's scary and funny, with a big reveal-the-killers moment at the end. They also have to be smart, speaking to fans who not only made 1996's Scream a genre-shifting success but also fans who've grown up on these movies and demand they keep up with the genre critique across 30 years of ev

SAVE $300: As of Feb. 26, the Samsung 85-inch Class Q8F QLED 4K TV is on sale for $1,399.99 at Amazon. This deal saves you over $200 on list price.Opens in a new windowCredit: SamsungSamsung 85-inch Class Q8F QLED 4K TV$1,399.99 at Amazon $1,697.99 Save $298 Get DealWe see you, Amazon. You couldn't let Best Buy have its moment to shine? You couldn't sit back and watch another retailer get all the glory? You had to go and match the price cut on the Samsung 85-inch Class Q8F QLED 4K TV, didn'

Donald Trump's lengthy State of the Union address has been one of the top subjects for late night hosts this week, from Stephen Colbert to Jimmy Kimmel and Seth Meyers.The Daily Show's Desi Lydic also watched the U.S. president's one hour and 47-minute speech so you don't have to, unpacking the address on Wednesday night."Donald Trump gave the longest State of the Union address in history, just beating out Harry Truman's performance of The Vagina Monologues," Lydic joked. "But honestly, it didn'

Connor Storrie is clearly a man of many talents.Fresh off his Heated Rivalry success — a show so popular you can now book a stay at the Heated Rivalry cottage — the actor is hosting SNL this Saturday, and in the promo skit above he debuts his impressive range of accents in an "accent duel" with SNL's James Austin Johnson. For a while it seems as though it might be close, but Storrie's Ilya Rozanov-style Russian accent ultimately proves too much for Austin Johnson to handle.

We already know that Donald Trump's name comes up many, many times in the Epstein files, but the biggest story at the moment is the times his name reportedly is missing."It is well known that big, incriminating stuff has been redacted from what Pam Bondi released," says Stephen Colbert in the Late Show clip above. "And yesterday we got confirmation that the DOJ has withheld or taken down more than 50 pages of material from the Epstein files related to Donald Trump. And it's totally on brand for

TL;DR: The Pokémon TCG Mega Evolution Ascended Heroes Tech Sticker Collections have dropped to $37.99 at Walmart, landing close to market price and undercutting recent $44+ Amazon listings.Opens in a new windowCredit: The Pokémon CompanyPokémon TCG:Ascended Heroes Tech Sticker Collections (Charmander & Gastly)$37.99 at Walmart  Shop NowThe Ascended Heroes expansion in the Pokémon TCG’s Mega Evolution set has seen huge prices due to massive demand, but W

Instagram will soon notify parents of teens who search for suicide or self-harm content on its platform, company officials announced Thursday. Repeated searches for terms linked to suicide or self-harm over a short duration will trigger the parental alert. The feature is only available through Instagram's parental supervision tool. That is separate from, but can be combined with, a Teen Account, which is designated for youth between the ages of 13 and 17. Though Instagram attempts to block such

SAVE $300: As of Feb. 26, the Samsung Frame TV 55-inch is on sale for $897.99 at Amazon. This deal saves you 25% on the list price.Opens in a new windowCredit: SamsungSamsung Frame TV 55-inch$897.99 at Amazon $1,197.99 Save $300 Get DealAre you the kind of person that thinks a big, clunky TV on the wall ruins the aesthetic? The answer isn't no TV, it's the Samsung Frame TV. This TV is the answer to your aesthetic prayers. It's not just a TV — it doubles as a piece of art by displaying

Welcome to your guide to Pips, the latest game in the New York Times catalogue.Released in August 2025, the Pips puts a unique spin on dominoes, creating a fun single-player experience that could become your next daily gaming habit.Currently, if you're stuck, the game only offers to reveal the entire puzzle, forcing you to move onto the next difficulty level and start over. However, we have you covered! Below are piecemeal answers that will serve as hints so that you can find your way through ea

SAVE $420: As of Feb. 26, the Jackery Explorer 2000 v2 is on sale for $779 at Amazon. That's a 35% discount on the list price.Opens in a new windowCredit: JackeryJackery Explorer 2000 v2$779 at Amazon $1,199 Save $420 Get DealIf you’ve been thinking about investing in a serious portable power station, there couldn't be a better time to do it. As of Feb. 26, the Jackery Explorer 2000 v2 is on sale at Amazon and it's discounted by more than $400. This deal takes the price down from $1,1

SAVE $15: As of Feb. 26, the Roku Streaming Stick 4K is on sale for $34.99 at Amazon. That's a 30% discount on the list price.Opens in a new windowCredit: RokuRoku Streaming Stick 4K$34.99 at Amazon $49.99 Save $15 Get DealStreaming devices are a handy, clutter-free way to transform your streaming experience. Whether you want a new operating system or you have an older TV that doesn't have apps like Netflix built-in, these products are really top tier. And as of Feb. 26, you can get a great

Today's Connections: Sports Edition is for people who love sports movies and shows.As we've shared in previous hints stories, this is a version of the popular New York Times word game that seeks to test the knowledge of sports fans. Like the original Connections, the game is all about finding the "common threads between words." And just like Wordle, Connections resets after midnight and each new set of words gets trickier and trickier — so we've served up some hints and tips to get you ove

If you've been online in the past few weeks, I'm sorry. That's a general comment, but it especially goes for if you've seen posts and articles about someone named Clavicular.Clavicular, given name Braden Peters, is a 20-year-old "looksmax" influencer. His claim to fame is going to extreme measures to "ascend," or enhance his appearance, and immersing himself in the world of right-wing influencers. As of this publication, he has around 770,000 followers on TikTok and 190,000 followers on Kick, wh

Looking for something great to watch at home? Streaming subscribers are spoiled for choice between Hulu, Netflix, HBO Max, Disney+, Apple TV, Prime Video, Shudder, Paramount+, Peacock, and more. And that's before you even look at the vast libraries of movies and television programs within each streamer!Don't be overwhelmed or waste an hour scrolling through your services to determine what to watch. We've got your back, whatever your mood. Mashable offers watch guides for all of the above, broken

The astronaut who experienced a medical issue in space last month has identified himself as the sick member of his crew prompting an evacuation from the International Space Station.Col. Mike Fincke, pilot of the four-member SpaceX Crew-11, said in a statement released through NASA on Wednesday that he's "doing very well" and continuing the standard rehabilitation all astronauts undergo following their missions. While Fincke refrained from disclosing his diagnosis, he said the medical event

TL;DR: Save files forever with this 1TB lifetime subscription to Koofr Cloud Storage, now only $159.99 through March 7 with code KOOFR.Opens in a new windowCredit: KoofrKoofr Cloud Storage: Lifetime Subscription (1TB)$159.99 $810 Save $650.01 Get DealWhere are your most precious memories currently parked? If the answer is on an old external hard drive or in a cloud storage service you’re currently renting, it’s time to treat them with more respect. You can currently purchase a l

TL;DR: Live stream the UFC on Paramount+. Access these live streams for free with a 30-day trial for Walmart+.Some of the biggest names in sport became famous with the UFC. We're talking about the likes of Conor McGregor, Khabib Nurmagomedov, Brock Lesnar, and Georges St-Pierre. All of these household names earned their stripes in the Octagon, and now the next wave of UFC superstars are primed and ready to take things to the next level. And millions of fans from around the world will be watching

TL;DR: Live stream India vs. Zimbabwe in the ICC T20 World Cup 2026 for free on ICC.TV. Access this free streaming platform from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN.The 2026 T20 World Cup is really ramping up. The group stage built some momentum, and now the Super 8 stage is taking off. Places in the semi finals are up for grabs as the best international T20 sides battle it out.India and Zimbabwe lost their opening games in this stage of the competition. Now that they come together at the M. A

TL;DR: Lego is running Star Wars make and take events on March 7-8. A limited quantity of Lego Star Wars Lightsabers will be available for free at participating stores in the UK.Lego regularly runs make and take events in which participants can walk away with an exclusive set without spending anything. These free giveaways always cause a stir, but nothing gets the people going like Star Wars.Visitors to select Lego Stores on March 7 (from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. GMT) and March 8 (from 12-2 p.m. GMT)

TL;DR: The Pokémon TCG: Mega Evolution Ascended Heroes Elite Trainer Box is being sold for $119.99 at Amazon — marking the lowest-ever price for the expansion’s newly released ETB.Opens in a new windowCredit: The Pokémon CompanyPokémon TCG: Mega Evolution Ascended Heroes Elite Trainer Box$119.99 at Amazon  Shop NowGetting the latest ETB in the Pokémon trading card game is as challenging as it’s ever been, but Amazon is currently the best of the

TL;DR: Wendy's is giving out free chili for National Chili Day (Feb. 26). Customers who spend at least $5 can qualify for this free giveaway.The day has finally come. After months of waiting, National Chili Day 2026 has arrived to bless you with the good stuff. When it comes to chili, it doesn't get any bigger than Wendy's. This famous chili has something of a cult following. If you're a fan, you're probably well aware of National Chili Day and how Wendy's is planning to celebrate. If you're not

The Mini is a bite-sized version of The New York Times' revered daily crossword. While the crossword is a lengthier experience that requires both knowledge and patience to complete, The Mini is an entirely different vibe.With only a handful of clues to answer, the daily puzzle doubles as a speed-running test for many who play it.So, when a tricky clue disrupts a player's flow, it can be frustrating! If you find yourself stumped playing The Mini — much like with Wordle and Connections &mdas

FREE BOOKS: The latest Stuff Your Kindle Day takes place on Feb. 26. Sapphic Shelf Explosion, hosted by Year of Queer Lit, is offering free sapphic books for your e-reader.Stop what you're doing. Another Stuff Your Kindle Day just went live.This has been a glorious year for bookworms. The quantity and quality of Stuff Your Kindle Days has been unprecedented, and the schedule is showing no signs of slowing down. We've got two events on the calendar for this week, but for now, the focus is firmly

TL:DR: Walmart is dropping exclusive Pokémon TCG collectibles over four consecutive days before Pokémon Day 2026. New products drop at 10 a.m. ET on Feb. 23-26 for Walmart+ members.Pokémon Day is an annual celebration of all things Pokémon. It is held every year on Feb. 27 to mark the release of the original game in Japan. You can expect a lot of exciting announcements and product launches to go live on the big day, but there's actually no need to wait.Walmart is drop