2025-12-22

Mullvad VPN boosts WireGuard speeds and stability with new Rust-based engine

Mullvad VPN is swapping out its engine. The new "GotaTun" implementation, built with Rust, is already slashing app crashes and paving the way for a faster, WireGuard-only future. [...]

2025-12-22

Uber allows violent felons to drive on its platform, investigation finds

An investigation by the New York Times into Uber's background checks and safety procedures for its drivers found a patchwork approach that opens the door for violent felons to drive for the ride- [...]

2025-12-21

VisionQuest arrives in 2026 — but you can stream Marvel star's new 'nightmare' transformation now

Before VisionQuest kicks off next year, star Paul Bettany has a 'nightmare' new transformation you can stream right now. [...]

2025-12-21

Some notes on what's new

Hey guys, you've probably noticed we've changed a thing or two about this website. If you don't like it yet, give it a chance, it might grow on you.<br /> Two things are important [...]

2025-12-21

Today's NYT Mini Crossword Answers for Sunday, Dec. 21

Here are the answers for The New York Times Mini Crossword for Dec. 21. [...]

2025-12-21

China's open AI models are in a dead heat with the West - here's what happens next

With the rising technological prowess and greater openness of Chinese models, the world is increasingly turning to the East for efficient and customizable AI, a new report finds. [...]

2025-12-21

I tested JBL’s new Dolby Atmos soundbar, and its colossal power and expansive audio blew me away

I reviewed JBL’s flagship Dolby Atmos soundbar, and its immersive surround sound, mighty power output, and versatile design really wowed me. [...]

2025-12-21

Your next job interview could be with an AI agent. How to pass with flying colors

AI-powered screening tools are transforming early-stage hiring, forcing applicants to adapt to a new interview gatekeeper [...]

2025-12-21

Alibaba's Qwen releases AI model that splits images into editable layers like Photoshop

Alibaba's AI unit Qwen has released a new image editing model. Qwen-Image-Layered splits images into several individual layers with transparent backgrounds (RGBA layers).<br /> The article [...]