HBO Max is offering up to 40% off its yearly streaming plans until July 15, 2026. Discounts apply to ad-supported, Standard, and Premium tiers, making annual subscriptions significantly cheaper than monthly payments.
Apple TV+ is offering free, unrestricted streaming of the entire Austrian Grand Prix weekend, including practice, qualifying, and the race. The event begins June 26th.
Fox's acquisition of Roku is poised to reshape the streaming landscape. Expect The Roku Channel to become exclusive to Roku devices, IoT efforts to be phased out, and a potential surge for the budget streamer Howdy. International expansion and sports content integration are also key future developments.
The White House imposed export controls on Anthropic's advanced AI models, Fable 5 and Mythos 5, causing chaos for users and casting doubt on the company's future. Conflicting narratives and internal political struggles within the administration have obscured the reasons and responsibility for the decision, highlighting the volatile nature of AI regulation.
YouTuber Philip DeFranco announced he will give away the entire $1 million prize from MrBeast's 50 YouTuber Challenge to his subscribers. Forty winners will each receive $25,000, though entry details are yet to be revealed. DeFranco also mentioned alleged attempts to influence voting during the competition.
Twitch streamers Aimsey and Sweet Anita discuss the challenges of growing up online, maintaining privacy, and the evolving landscape of content creation, while Twitch executives address safety and the platform's future with AI.
Music streaming service Qobuz experienced a significant surge in US users and revenue in late 2025, driven by Spotify's controversial business practices and AI music concerns. Qobuz now boasts 1.2 million users and offers higher per-stream payouts.
Semi-solid-state batteries, a hybrid between liquid and solid-state technology, offer improved safety and longevity over traditional lithium-ion batteries. Companies like Kuxiu, Ride1Up, and Giant are adopting them for power banks and e-bikes, driven partly by stricter regulations in China.
Jimmy Donaldson, known as MrBeast, has surpassed 500 million subscribers on YouTube, marking a new milestone for individual creators. His channel's growth is attributed to elaborate challenge videos, large cash giveaways, and international content translation, establishing him as a dominant figure on the platform.
YouTuber MrBeast, real name Jimmy Donaldson, has become the first creator on the platform to reach 500 million subscribers. The American entrepreneur also boasts over 129 billion cumulative views across his videos.
YouTuber MrBeast, real name Jimmy Donaldson, is on the verge of reaching 500 million subscribers, initiating a livestream to capture the historic moment in real-time. The milestone highlights the growth of digital creators and online entertainment.
Apple TV+ relies on a few hit shows to drive viewership, unlike Netflix's broad catalog engagement. This model, similar to premium cable, faces challenges in the streaming era, though Apple's aggregator role and device ecosystem offer unique advantages.
Washington insiders gathered at a gala to discuss Pope Leo XIV's encyclical on AI, but the event highlighted the industry's focus on profit over papal doctrine. Political maneuvering around AI regulation, particularly involving Donald Trump, remains chaotic and influenced by lobbying.
Google is launching dedicated Search profiles for major creators and publishers in the US, offering more control over their online presence. This feature requires a minimum of 100,000 followers on platforms like YouTube, Instagram, or X, or 300,000 on TikTok, and is aimed at providing an alternative to link-in-bio services.
PFRDA launched the StAR NPS digital platform, developed by BSE Technologies, to enable Points of Presence to onboard National Pension System subscribers digitally. The process includes electronic data collection, KYC verification, and first contribution, leading to PRAN generation.
Google's Gemini AI can now search Gmail content, in addition to Drive files and folders, for subscribers of Google AI Pro/Ultra or Business/Enterprise plans. The "Ask Gemini in Drive" feature allows users to ask contextual questions about their emails to find specific information.
NPS-Lite subscribers can now withdraw their entire accumulated pension wealth up to Rs 2 lakh as a lump sum, according to revised regulations from PFRDA announced by the Department of Posts. This offers enhanced flexibility for smaller corpus amounts.
Nintendo Music, a music service for Nintendo Switch Online subscribers, has added new features. It is now available on PCs and tablets, not just smartphones, and supports Android Auto/CarPlay. A new "Recommended Mix" playlist and music from "Mario Kart World" have also been added.
EPFO subscribers are awaiting their FY 2025-26 interest credit at 8.25%. Despite delays, experts assure interest accrues monthly on the running balance and won't be lost. Members can check their updated passbook for confirmation.
Candace Owens' YouTube channel reaches 6 million subscribers, growing from 1.35 million since its independent launch without advertising or external investment, highlighting the power of independent digital media.
AI chatbots, initially easy to 'jailbreak' with simple commands, are now subject to sophisticated social engineering tactics. Hackers use psychological manipulation rather than technical skills to bypass safety protocols, leading to a new era of 'psychocybersecurity'.
PFRDA proposes significant cuts to NPS grievance resolution times, reducing complaint handling from up to 90 days to a maximum of 30 days. The draft also shifts Level 2 escalation from NPS Trust to PFRDA's Grievance Cell.
Ranveer Singh's 'Dhurandhar: The Revenge', the second highest-grossing Indian film, will be available on JioHotstar in India from June 5, 2026. The film premiered internationally on Netflix on May 14, 2026.
Google announced that subscribers to its "Google AI Pro" personal AI subscription will receive a free "YouTube Premium Lite" individual plan, offering ad-free viewing on most YouTube videos. The offer is available in select countries, including Japan and the US.
