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Prediction market Kalshi found itself in hot water after its market surrounding the status of Iran's Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, triggered accusations of stifling user profits. The platform's co-founder, Tarek Mansour, defended the decision, citing a longstanding policy against profiting from death, even as users cried foul.
Discord's impending age verification mandate, slated for the latter half of 2026, has ignited a firestorm of privacy concerns among its user base. The prospect of submitting government IDs or undergoing facial scans is driving many to seek refuge in alternative platforms that prioritize data security and user autonomy. Is this the beginning of the end for Discord's reign?
In a statement on X, Kalshi CEO Tarek Mansour said his company would pay out positions on "Ali Khamenei out as Supreme Leader?" at the last trading price before his death. Mansour said that Kalshi doesn't "list markets directly tied to death" and that its rules are designed to "prevent people from profiting from death." In addition, Kalshi is refunding fees related to the market and reimbursing anyone who purchased shares after Khamenei's death. Some users have voiced anger at how the situation
Google is escalating its fight against spam within its Rich Communication Services (RCS) in India through a novel partnership with Bharti Airtel. The collaboration aims to integrate Airtel's robust network-level spam filters directly into the RCS ecosystem, offering users a safer and more reliable messaging experience.
By CEO Sam Altman’s own admission, OpenAI’s deal with the Department of Defense was “definitely rushed,” and “the optics don’t look good.”
Lego is blasting into the future with its innovative Smart Brick, a miniature computer ingeniously embedded within a classic 2x4 Lego. This groundbreaking tech unlocks immersive, interactive experiences within select Star Wars sets, bridging the gap between physical construction and digital engagement.
Get ready for a smartphone that's more than just a phone. Honor's innovative 'Robot Phone' boasts a motorized, AI-driven camera gimbal capable of dancing to music, tracking subjects, and capturing stunning cinematic shots, promising a paradigm shift in mobile photography and videography.
At MWC 2026, Honor showcased a revolutionary concept: the 'Robot Phone,' a device that blurs the lines between smartphone and miniature robot. Featuring a unique gimbal-stabilized camera arm and AI-powered interactions, this phone promises a novel user experience. But will it redefine the mobile landscape or remain a niche novelty?
Honor is stepping boldly into the future, showcasing a smartphone with a robotic camera arm and teasing a forthcoming humanoid robot. These innovations signal the company's intent to challenge established giants like Samsung and Apple in the premium device arena, particularly in overseas markets.
Ready to graduate from entry-level smoking? The Recteq Flagship 1600 offers a substantial upgrade in capacity, performance, and smoke quality, making it a compelling choice for serious BBQ enthusiasts. While it demands a bit more experience than simpler models, the rewards are well worth the effort.
Video doorbells offer convenience and security, but at what cost to your privacy and the privacy of your neighbors? Explore the hidden risks of networked surveillance and learn how to reclaim control over your data.
Tired of ink cartridges drying up at the worst possible moment? Laser printers offer speed and cost-efficiency for high-volume printing, but choosing the right one can be tricky. We've rigorously tested a range of models to help you find the ideal laser printer for your home or office.
Forget endless scrolling and algorithm-driven playlists. A growing number of young music lovers are ditching streaming services and rediscovering the joy of the iPod, embracing a simpler, more focused listening experience. Fueled by nostalgia and a desire for digital ownership, the iPod is making an unexpected comeback.
Streaming giants face a formidable challenge in the Middle East and North Africa: widespread piracy driven by economic instability, sanctions, and limited access to legitimate services. For many in the region, accessing pirated content isn't a choice, but a necessity born from financial constraints and systemic barriers.
A new entrant, 'Browser Use,' powered by Openclaw, is making waves by enabling effortless web browsing functionality directly within cloud environments. This innovative approach promises to streamline workflows and enhance collaboration. Early adopters are already discussing its potential impact on productivity and remote access.
The escalating tensions between the U.S. and Iran have transformed Polymarket, a prediction market platform, into a hotbed for speculative trading. Contracts tied to potential conflict outcomes, leadership changes, and even regime collapse are drawing unprecedented volume, blurring the lines between geopolitical analysis and high-stakes betting.
WIRED has reviewed hundreds of posts on X that promote misleading claims about the locations and scale of the attack.
Netflix's co-CEO reportedly told Trump, "I took your advice."
Learn more about Paramount's planned acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery — a historic Hollywood megadeal valued at $111 billion — as it continues to develop.
Anthropic’s chatbot Claude seems to have benefited from the attention around the company’s fraught negotiations with the Pentagon.
It might be World War III, but at least I won $20. | Image: Polymarket / The Verge Polymarket has been allowing people to bet on when the US would strike Iran next. Obviously, now that it's actually happened and people have died, the prediction betting market is feeling some pressure. The site has been at the center of controversy before, including suspicions of insider trading on the Super Bowl halftime show and the capture of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro. In a statement posted on its
Here's everything we know about the biggest AI infrastructure projects, including major spending from Meta, Oracle, Microsoft, Google, and OpenAI.
That’s coming on a little strong, maybe. | Image: Vera C. Rubin Observatory The Vera C. Rubin Observatory's automated alert system is online and already bombarding astronomers with things to look at in the night sky. The system went live publicly on Tuesday, February 24th, and on the first night dropped some 800,000 alerts about asteroids, supernovas, and feasting black holes. And that number is only expected to climb to the multiple millions per night. The observatory released the first image
OpenAI's CEO claims its new defense contract includes protections addressing the same issues that became a flashpoint for Anthropic.
Welcome to the weekend, friends! While the rest of our team was checking out Samsung’s forthcoming Galaxy S26 lineup and prepping for Apple’s “special experience” next week, we’ve been sifting through Woot’s “Video Games for All” sale and a truly weird slate of deals that, frankly, don’t have a throughline. (Some of us have also spent the last week unpacking what Huel is, but that’s neither here nor there.) Here’s what we can tell you. If you’re thinking of picking up the Galaxy S26 Ultra at lau
America’s journey back to the moon has run into a few missteps. NASA administrator Jared Isaacman is banking on a new approach.
As Israeli airstrikes hit Tehran this morning, Iranians received mysterious push notifications saying that “help is on the way,” promising amnesty if they surrender.
As Iranian missiles targeted US-linked sites across the Gulf, the UAE’s missile shield was activated in real-time.
We round up everything Xiaomi announced at its Mobile World Congress event.
The latest Xiaomi flagship is a beast and comes in a specially co-designed Leica edition that’s picture-perfect.