The Brutalist Report - tech
- As memory shortage persists, vendor price quotes are not long remembered [14m]
- Google presses play on 30-second Gemini musical slop generator [1h]
- ShinyHunters allegedly drove off with 1.7M CarGurus records [2h]
- Google digs deep to power AI expansion with 150 MW geothermal deal [3h]
- Copilot spills the beans, summarizing emails it's not supposed to read [3h]
- DARPA's autonomous missile-firing missile advances toward flight tests [3h]
- Fraudster hacked hotel system, paid 1 cent for luxury rooms, Spanish cops say [4h]
- Windows 11 finally hits right note: MIDI 2.0 support arrives [5h]
- Texas sues TP-Link over China links and security vulnerabilities [5h]
- German train line back on track after DDoS yanks the brakes [6h]
- 6,000 execs struggle to find the AI productivity boom [7h]
- Your AI-generated password isn't random, it just looks that way [8h]
- Tesla drops 'Autopilot' branding in California after DMV order [9h]
- Cabinet Office probes digital ID minister over think tank's journalist investigation [9h]
- Godot maintainers struggle with 'draining and demoralizing' AI slop submissions [9h]
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- Notepad++ declares hardened update process 'effectively unexploitable' [10h]
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- You can jailbreak an F-35 just like an iPhone, says Dutch defense chief [10h]
- Windows 11 Start menu makes unscheduled stop in Saint Moritz [11h]
- Europe's 5G Standalone stall risks falling behind US, Asia [11h]
- HackerOne 'updating' Ts&Cs after bug hunters question if they're training AI [12h]
- Microsoft asks UK Parliament to correct Trump sanction evidence [12h]
- Linus T tells The Reg how Linux solo act became a global jam session [13h]
- Qualcomm set to triumph in UK smartphone ‘patent tax’ case [16h]
- Palo Alto CEO says AI isn’t great for business, yet [18h]
- Indian conglomerate Adani plans very slow $100 billion AI datacenter build [20h]
- Anthropic's latest Sonnet gets better at using computers, amid bouts of existential angst [21h]
- China-linked snoops have been exploiting Dell 0-day since mid-2024, using 'ghost NICs' to avoid detection [22h]
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- Dyson just made the smallest wet cleaner I’ve ever seen — and the vacuum master claims it'glides effortlessly and reaches where others can’t' [1h]
- Ski Mountaineering at Winter Olympics 2026 Free Streams: How to watch Skimo online from anywhere in the world [3h]
- These tiny, cheap keyring wireless earbuds have Apple Find My location support — they're an AirTag and noise-cancelling earbuds in one essential package [3h]
- 3 new Prime Video thriller movies with over 80% on Rotten Tomatoes that are perfect for midweek excitement [4h]
- Have your say: How long do you keep your phone for before upgrading? [4h]
- I use this affordable JBL turntable at home and I can’t recommend it highly enough for anyone putting together their first hi-fi system [4h]
- If I didn't already own the V15 Detect, the V8 Cyclone would be the Dyson I'd get – now just AU$438.30 [4h]
- This Indian AI startup is claiming victory over Gemini and ChatGPT, here's why [5h]
- YouTube is now an exhibit at one of the world’s biggest museums — and I'm shocked that 2006 is now considered 'vintage' [6h]
- 'Unlike anything you’ve ever seen before' I tested Acer's very weird AI-powered e-bike for a whole month [7h]
- 'AI assistants are no longer just productivity tools; they are becoming part of the infrastructure that malware can abuse': Experts warn Copilot and Grok can be hijacked to spread malware [7h]
- A report details how much more expensive 130-inch TV screens are to produce than 115-inch screens — 27% larger screen for 50% higher price [8h]
- AI is helping hackers make new malware faster and more complex than ever - and things may only get tougher [8h]
- ‘Unbeatable hardware heist’: Get a free Asus TUF Gaming X870E-Plus AM5 motherboard when you buy 32GB V-Color Manta DDR5 memory for $449.99 [9h]
- Farewell, old friend — Linux 7.0 finally ditches the ancient (but iconic) Intel 440BX chipset's EDAC driver, but what's next? [9h]
- Android gaming has to be taken seriously after this — this liquid-cooled Chinese phone just ran the PC version of Cyberpunk 2077, and I’m shocked [9h]
- Bigger than the Super Bowl — futuristic humanoid robots dominate China’s most-watched TV show and leap ahead of the Tesla Optimus [10h]
- It’s not just you — LinkedIn is being flooded by awful AI-generated posts, and tech workers are particularly bad at it [10h]
- This powerful and lightweight Dyson vacuum is now a massive $300 off at Walmart [10h]
- 'It’s not too far-fetched to believe that companies like Discord could share this data with state or federal agencies - in the US or elsewhere - for their benefit' — users overload yet another Discord alternative's servers as they flee ID checks [11h]
- This is an unmissable laptop deal for working from home or a hybrid set-up - a 15.6in touchscreen Core i5 Asus VivoBook for under $450 [13h]
- Abxylute promises 'deep customization' for its newly announced 'deck-style' controllers — they look impressive, but they'll also be going head-to-head our most anticipated Switch 2 accessory [13h]
- My favorite business mini PC tackles AI and 3D modeling with ease — and Lenovo just cut the price by $528 [13h]
- I've looked through all of today's Google Pixel 10a preorder deals — these 4 are easily the best [13h]
- A dangerous new Android backdoor has been found - Keenadu lurks in firmware, here's what we know [13h]
- VPN deal of the week: Save $5 and get 3 months extra protection with the latest discount on Surfshark's One plan [14h]
- The Boys season 5 sounds like it's going to be a bloodbath — and star Karl Urban says 'nobody is safe' from the chopping block [14h]
- Gabon blocks social media 'until further notice' as VPN demand soars [14h]
- 'We want to help' — Mullvad VPN offers server support to privacy-first GrapheneOS [14h]
- AI just made my favorite Skullcandy earbuds worse — and I’m not sure anyone asked for it [14h]
- Currys launches a new Epic deals sale — I've found the 13 best deals on TVs, appliances, headphones, and more with up to 30% off [14h]
- The first 4K TV recorder box with Freely streaming built in is here — is it the ultimate way to watch things any time you want? [14h]
- This 'exceptionally well-balanced' Windows 11 mini PC is perfect for creators and business — GMKtec’s compact workstation gets a $109 price cut [14h]
- Top Abu Dhabi finance summit exposes personal data, passport info of hundreds of major global figures [14h]
- I used AI to find the right perfume for my wife and I don’t regret it [15h]
- ‘We are always going to have The Walsh Sisters’: how BBC iPlayer’s emotional new Marian Keyes adaptation turned its cast into a real family [15h]
- Quordle hints and answers for Thursday, February 19 (game #1487) [15h]
- NYT Strands hints and answers for Thursday, February 19 (game #718) [15h]
- NYT Connections hints and answers for Thursday, February 19 (game #984) [15h]
- 'Consumers are far outstripping enterprise for the moment, but we expect enterprise will surely and slowly get on that bandwagon': Palo Alto CEO says adoption of AI is still an ongoing process for many firms [15h]
- I've looked through hundreds of gaming laptops today — this highly-rated model with an RTX 5070 for £1,199 is the obvious pick [15h]
- The AI inflection point: How to turn supply chain volatility into foresight [15h]
- 'Absurd GPU pricing update': new report shows painful reality of graphics card price hikes, particularly for Nvidia models [15h]
- RAM prices are through the roof, but you can save $30 on 16GB of G.SKILL Ripjaws M5 Neo DDR5-6000 right now [15h]
- Amazfit Balance 2 review: An outstanding fitness tracker, but so-so smart features [16h]
- The Pixel 10 and the glory of the affordable flat phone [16h]
- I had high hopes for this cheap, well-designed vlogging camera – but then I reviewed the footage [16h]
- Exclusive: WWE 2K26 MyRise lead talks this year's campaign and why fan-favorite Jordynne Grace is taking on the role of a villain: ‘We work so far ahead from WWE’ [16h]
- Entering the post-speed era: when everyone can ship fast, control becomes the real advantage [16h]
- Microsoft has finally started its campaign to 'make Windows 11 better' — here's what's getting fixed in the next update [16h]
- If you're a data science professional running local AI, this MSI Vector 16 HX deal is the one to beat — get 16GB of VRAM and a Core Ultra 9 for $599 off at Newegg [16h]
- Qarabag vs Newcastle Free Streams: How to watch Champions League 2025/26 1st leg from anywhere in the world [16h]
- 'A spectacularly bad idea' — Digital rights advocates call on Wisconsin lawmakers to reject VPN ban bill [16h]
- A simple hack gave the owner of a brand-new DJI Romo access to a global army of robovacs [16h]
- iOS 26.4 will bring these 5 upgrades to your iPhone, but there’s still no sign of the new Siri [16h]
- A worrying Dell zero-day flaw has reportedly gone unpatched for nearly two years - and Chinese hackers are taking advantage [17h]
- I tested GHD's pricey new hair dryer against Dyson's Supersonic – and for ultra-fast drying, there was one clear winner [17h]
- Can't wait for the God of War Trilogy remake? Me neither — here are the best books, games, and merch to help tide you over [17h]
- No, the Final Fantasy 9 Remake hasn't been officially announced — but don't give up hope just yet [17h]
- Audible’s Read and Listen feature is a handy and accessible new audiobook tool, but it comes with a catch that’s quite back-handed for book lovers [17h]
- Liquid Web vs ScalaHosting: VPS hosting compared [17h]
- 'AI is making us able to develop software at the speed of light': Mistral CEO claims more than 50% of enterprise software could soon switch to AI [18h]
- Proton VPN kills OpenVPN support on Android — here’s why that’s a good thing [18h]
- I use the 'frenemy' prompt in ChatGPT every day [18h]
- Bagged vacuums have a ton of hidden benefits — and Halo's new release is a masterclass in how to do them right [18h]
- Snap up an affordable SIM-only plan with TalkMobile [18h]
- Calling all students! 5x data at VOXI Mobile and your first month free [18h]
- Apple is reportedly working on AI smart glasses, AirPods that can see, and its own version of those disastrous AI pins [18h]
- How to watch Wild Boys: Strangers in Town online from anywhere – stream true crime doc [18h]
- ‘An all-time high’: Number of ransomware groups exploded in 2025 as victim growth rate doubled - with Qilin dominating the landscape [18h]
- How to watch the T20 World Cup 2026 for free in India [18h]
- Google I/O 2026 is official: here are 5 things to expect [19h]
- It's internet lockdown time, Resident Evil fans as Requiem spoilers are reportedly out there — and I'm avoiding them too [19h]
- 'That is extremely stupid design' — The Witcher story lead blasts epilogue he mostly created [19h]
- VMware customers are still trying to ditch its software, two years after Broadcom acquisition [19h]
- Majority's budget audio sub-brand just unveiled blindingly cheap speakers, MP3 players and soundbars — and I'm gonna need to hear them [19h]
- 'We will not stand by and watch': Netflix, Disney, and Warner Bros. threaten legal action over Seedance 2.0 videos starring Marvel, DC, and Stranger Things characters [20h]
- WordPress has a new AI assistant to help you build your dream website [20h]
- You’ll be able to double your storage with Samsung Galaxy S26 pre-orders — but only in some regions [21h]
- I tested the new GHD hair dryer and was blown away by a hurricane of power [21h]
- 'Making silky smoothies has never been so much fun' — Ninja's most colourful blender is finally on sale in the UK [21h]
- Today's NYT Mini Crossword Answers for Thursday, Feb. 19 [1h]
- Apple May Be Adding Support for Conversational AI in CarPlay [6h]
- Meta Could Release a Smartwatch This Year: This Is Why It Makes Sense [7h]
- Dyson's Slimmest Cordless Vacuum Now Has a Swiffer-Like Cousin. I Tried It [8h]
- Uber Has Big Plans for Lots More Robotaxis and EV Charging Stations [8h]
- Audible's New Feature Lets You Read and Listen to Your Favorite Books at the Same Time [8h]
- ChatGPT Health: What You're Meant to Use the AI for, and Everything You Should Avoid [9h]
- Today's NYT Connections: Sports Edition Hints and Answers for Feb. 19, #514 [10h]
- Today's Wordle Hints, Answer and Help for Feb. 19, #1706 [10h]
- Today's NYT Connections Hints, Answers and Help for Feb. 19, #984 [10h]
- Today's NYT Strands Hints, Answers and Help for Feb. 19 #718 [10h]
- Best VPN for Chrome 2026: Browse, Stream and Download in Private [10h]
- What to Expect From Apple's March Event: New MacBooks, iPhones and iPads [11h]
- Apple's AirDrop Now Works With More Pixel Phones [12h]
- Google Pixel 10A vs. Pixel 10, 10 Pro, 10 Pro XL: How the Cheaper Pixel Matches Up [13h]
- This New Toilet Won't Do You Dirty. It Cleans the Entire Bowl and Rim With One Flush [13h]
- Google Pixel 10A Specs vs. Pixel 9A, 8A, 7A: What's New in the $499 Phone [14h]
- Premier League Soccer: Stream Wolves vs. Arsenal Live From Anywhere [14h]
- Tesla Can Still Sell Cars in California After 'Autopilot' Language Change [14h]
- The Best Carbon Monoxide Detectors for Detecting Deadly Gas in Your Home [15h]
- I Played People of Note, a Unique Musical RPG Blending Final Fantasy With Pop Songs [15h]
- The Sun's Temper Tantrums: What You Should Know About Solar Storms [15h]
- Google's Pixel 10A Looks Stylish for a Low-Cost Flagship Phone [16h]
- Google's $499 Pixel 10A Launches with AirDrop Support and Faster Charging video [16h]
- My Pixel 10A Hands-On: Google Adds Fast Charging, Satellite SOS for $499 [16h]
- My Pixel 10A Hands-On: Google Adds Fast Charging, Satellite SOS for $499 [16h]
- 6 Sustainable Kitchen Upgrades That Save Energy and Money [16h]
- I Listened to the Experts and Finally Stopped Making These 9 Air Fryer Mistakes [17h]
- I May Redo My Entire Kitchen Just to Get These Wireless Charging Countertops [17h]
- Apple Watch Series 11 Is Still My Goldilocks Pick, but Not by Much [17h]
- AI Slop Is Destroying the Internet. These Are the People Fighting to Save It [18h]
- Samsung's $200 Galaxy A17: A Closer Look at the Essentials-Only Phone [18h]
- I Ran 30 Miles Testing 5 Smartwatches to Find Out Which One You Can Actually Trust [18h]
- AI Is Indistinguishable From Reality. How Do We Spot Fake Videos? video [18h]
- Stop Clicking on Junk: How to Identify and Ignore AI-Generated Slop Today [19h]
- TMR vs. Hall Effect Controllers: Battle of the Magnetic Sensing Tech [19h]
- Build a Stronger and Healthier Heart With These 5 Mini Workouts [19h]
- Best Dishwashers of 2026: Top Models Compared [19h]
- How to Turn Your Old Phone Into the Ultimate MP3 Player [19h]
- Microsoft Phone Link: Everything You Need to Know (and Why You Might Skip It) [20h]
- A Mini Version of the Viral Opal Nugget Ice Maker Is Coming. We Got a First Look at KBIS [20h]
- Best 43-Inch TV for 2026 [20h]
- Bitcoin’s $40,000 put becomes second-largest options bet ahead of February expiry next week [16m]
- Ether, XRP, Solana slide in crypto retreat despite tech-led lift in Asia stocks [16m]
- Bitcoin is about to log its longest losing streak since 2022 as geopolitical nerves hit risk trades [1h]
- Coinbase lets XRP, ADA and dogecoin holders borrow up to $100,000 without selling [1h]
- Bitcoin can bounce higher — but the market still lacks fuel for a real run [2h]
- Bitcoin shakes off U.S. session losses as Trump says U.S. trade deficit cut by 78% [2h]
- WLFI surges 10% after Apex stablecoin deal, outperforming BTC and ETH [3h]
- South Korea’s Hanwha makes a $13 million bet on ‘seedless’ crypto wallets [6h]
- Real estate billionaire Barry Sternlicht is ready to tokenize assets, but says U.S. regulation blocks it [8h]
- Banking trade groups responsible for impasse on market structure bill, Brian Armstrong says [8h]
- Bitcoin sinks to $66,000, U.S. stocks lose steam as Fed minutes mention possible rate hike [10h]
- Sam Altman's OpenAI unveils ‘EVMbench’ to test whether AI can keep crypto’s smart contracts safe [11h]
- Kraken continues acquisition streak by buying token management firm Magna ahead of IPO push [11h]
- The Protocol: Zora moves to Solana [13h]
- Coinbase’s Base moves away from Optimism’s 'OP stack' in major tech shift [13h]
- Ethereum’s 50% staking milestone triggers backlash over 'misleading' supply data [13h]
- Bitcoin miner Riot Platforms stock jumps nearly 9% as Starboard urges AI data center expansion [13h]
- Financial giant with $3.5 trillion asset to pilot Trump-affiliated WLFI stablecoin for tokenized funds [14h]
- What happens on prediction platforms can steer traditional markets, NYSE chief says [14h]
- Bitcoin volatile, but flat, while crypto stocks bounce amid cooling AI fears [14h]
- Goldman Sachs' David Solomon says he owns 'very little' bitcoin but watching it closely [14h]
- Crypto Long & Short: Crypto’s liquidity mirage [15h]
- Bitwise aims to offer prediction market ETFs for U.S. elections in 2026 and 2028 [15h]
- NYSE President says exchange felt ‘responsibility’ to enter tokenization space [15h]
- Bitcoin's plunge signals coming AI crisis, but massive Fed response will drive new record high: Arthur Hayes [15h]
- Hyperliquid starts DeFi lobbying group with $29 million token backing [15h]
- Tokenized pre-IPO shares topic ignites legal debate at Consensus Hong Kong 2026 [15h]
- Canary lists spot SUI ETF with staking rewards [16h]
- CoinDesk 20 performance update: Aptos (APT) declines 3%, leading index lower [16h]
- American crypto holders are scared and confused about this year’s new IRS tax rules [17h]
- From 2016 hack to $150M Endowment: the DAO’s second act focuses on Ethereum security [18h]
- While some big investors cash out of crypto, others double down [18h]
- XRP Ledger rolls out members-only DEX for regulated institutions [18h]
- Milo tops $100 million in crypto-backed mortgages, closes record $12 million deal [19h]
- Bitcoin holds near $68,000 as volatility cools, WLFI jumps ahead of Mar-a-Lago forum [19h]
- Moonwell's $1.12 nightmare: A pricing glitch just let bots seize millions in ETH collateral [20h]
- Brevan Howard's crypto fund said to lose 30% in worst year since inception: FT [20h]
- Zora moves onto Solana with 'attention markets' for trading internet trends [23h]
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