Stryker hit in suspected Iran-linked cyberattack

Stryker, a leading U.S. medical device manufacturer, said a cyberattack disrupted its global network operations Wednesday, affecting its Microsoft systems.

Walmart expands digital shelf labels: What it means for prices

Walmart is expanding its use of digital shelf labels across the U.S., with roughly 2,300 stores already using the technology.

Global Day of Unplugging: Can you put down your phone for 24 hours?

The Global Day of Unplugging is a “worldwide 24-hour digital pause where people and communities power down devices and power on real-world connection.”

Boycott movement against ChatGPT grows amid OpenAI's Pentagon deal

An organization called QuitGPT claims that as of this week, more than 2.5 million people have either canceled their ChatGPT subscriptions, pledged to stop using the app or shared news of their boycott on social media.

OpenAI revising Pentagon contract; CEO Altman admits 'sloppy' deal

OpenAI is revising its contract with the Pentagon following criticism that the agreement could enable mass surveillance of Americans.

Ford recalls over 4.3 million vehicles over software issue

Ford is recalling more than 4.3 million pickup trucks and SUVs due to a software issue that could cause trailer brakes not to function.

Block layoffs: Tech company slashes staff by 40%

Block is laying off 40% of its workforce in favor of AI expansion, the company announced on Thursday. 

Congressman Randy Fine brings his dad’s seeing-eye-dog Sadie to State of the Union amid backlash over X post

Rep. Randy Fine (R-Fla.) brought his father’s seeing-eye-dog Sadie to the State of the Union after he received criticism for a post he made last week on X post about choosing "between dogs and Muslims."

Father's viral TikTok brings thousands of Latinos to national donor database

A father posted his first TikTok this month, in a last-ditch effort to find a bone marrow donor for his teenage son. His plea to the Latino community to join the National Marrow Donor Program went viral, and encouraged thousands of people to sign up. 

Three engineers charged with allegedly stealing Google trade secrets and sending them to Iran

The engineers allegedly stole confidential information, including Google trade secrets and transferred the sensitive data to Iran and other places, according to the Department of Justice.

Mark Zuckerberg testifies in landmark social media addiction trial

Mark Zuckerberg is testifying Wednesday in a major social media trial. The plaintiff in the case is seeking to hold Meta and other social media organizations responsible for harms to children who use their platforms.

Georgia attorney general launches investigation into Roblox safety

Attorney General Chris Carr is investigating whether Roblox violates Georgia consumer laws by failing to protect minors.

City of Marietta hit by nationwide ransomware attack

The city of Marietta says it can’t process certain online credit card payments after a nationwide ransomware attack.