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Today’s Tech Radar Roundup
28-hour battery life, waterproof, and 5G: Acer's rugged device ventures where other routers fear to tread
Acer Connect M6E 5G provides rugged, all-day mobile Wi-Fi with 5G, NFC, Wi-Fi 6E, and global network support.
Stickers, live lobster, plush toys, and queues: No, it's not a rock concert, it's China's insatiable appetite for AI's new superstar, OpenClaw
OpenClaw mania sweeps China as AI automates tasks, excites tech enthusiasts, raises cybersecurity alarms, and sparks workforce anxiety.
Skip Target: Walmart's spring patio sale is better than I expected — here's everything I'm adding to my cart
I’m so impressed with Walmart’s spring sale that I’m sharing everything I’m adding to my cart, including patio furniture, planters, grills, and more.
Claude was down – here's everything we know
Claude identified an issue and rolled out a fix
SparkCat malware returns to target Android and iOS users, hiding in innocent apps to try and steal your details
The malware primarily targets crypto users in Japan, Korea, and China.
Battlefield 6 audio team says they 'constantly polish what we think needs polishing'
The Battlefield 6 audio team has discussed its work with the game’s live service support.
What is the release date for Invincible season 4 episode 6 on Prime Video?
Here’s when you’ll be able to watch the sixth episode of Invincible’s fourth season on Prime Video.
Can a MacBook Neo handle everyday work? I tested it — and it’s very good news
The MacBook Neo is pitched as the budget laptop for everyone, but can it handle real work? We have your answer.
One of the largest corporate espionage and data breach scandals in digital history': New "BrowserGate" report claims LinkedIn secretly scans user browsers for installed extensions and collects device data
LinkedIn calls it a smear campaign, but does not deny scanning people’s browsers for extensions.
This devious VENOM phishing campaign targets business executives by name — so watch what you click on
Researchers found a new phishing kit called VENOM, capable of stealing 2FA codes and access tokens.
Backups won’t save you from this version of ransomware
While backups continue to be essential, they no longer determine preparedness when attackers steal sensitive data and use exposure as the primary pressure point.
How to watch I'm A Celebrity 2026 online for free — stream the All-stars spin-off from South Africa
Here’s how to watch I’m A Celebrity 2026 online for free and from anywhere as Ant and Dec head to South Africa. Streaming guide and watch free with this info
Your marketing stack is an attack surface – is security watching?
Ad fraud drains budgets and threatens defenses, requiring a united response across the enterprise.
AI agents can only be trusted as Junior Engineers
AI agents are fast but must be treated as inexperienced engineers, needing strict oversight.
Bad news Claude users — Anthropic says you'll need to pay to use OpenClaw now
Anthropic is removing third-party tools like OpenClaw from its subscription to balance demand and strain.
What is the release date for Daredevil: Born Again season 2 episode 4 on Disney+?
Here’s when Marvel will release the fourth episode of Daredevil: Born Again season 2 on Disney+.
'Has Trump assisted audience fascination with Gilead? Perhaps': The Testaments' creators on why the real world hasn't changed since The Handmaid's Tale
Trump’s first and second terms have aligned with the release of both The Handmaid’s Tale and The Testaments — but for the creators, nothing has changed.
Top museums hit by apparent cyberattack on Vivaticket — Louvre and other institutions affected
A hacking group called RansomHouse is claiming responsibility, saying it breached Vivaticket through a French subsidiary.
I took Panasonic’s new 15x zoom travel compact camera on vacation, and it still has no rival — but flagship Chinese phones are getting close
The Lumix ZS300 / TZ300 travel compact is a refresh of the 8-year-old Lumix ZS200 / TZ200 — but is the versatile snapper still relevant in 2026?
'Silicon photonics is central to next-generation AI infrastructure': How light-based chips could solve AI’s growing bottlenecks
A silicon photonics pioneer explains how light-based technology could reshape AI, computing, and data infrastructure.
NHS staff push back against using 'ethically bankrupt' Palantir software, say 'it doesn't do anything new for us'
Some NHS workers are refusing to use Palantir software over the company’s ties to controversial activity.
Iran is threatening to bomb the $30 billion Stargate AI data center backed by OpenAI, Nvidia, and other tech giants
The Stargate UAE AI data center, proudly announced by OpenAI and the US government, could be hit by missile strikes.
8849 Tank X rugged phone review: A feature-rich design built around a 1080p DLP projector and a whole lot of weight
The 8849 TANK X is a substantial design with plenty of power, memory and storage that’s ideal for an adventurer.
Why AI adoption isn’t just a tech problem, but a retention risk
Are tech companies overlooking employee concerns about AI integration?
Uffizi galleries confirms it was hit by cyberattack — but claims nothing was stolen
The attackers reached out to the Uffizi director via phone to demand payment.
Time for an upgrade? Report warns outdated operating systems could be the 'unnecessary risk' your business forgot about
Outdated apps and operating systems pose serious risks – but all you have to do is install that software update.
Building private AI: control, compliance and competitive edge
Organizations want to create value with AI, but need to ensure control over their data.
'JBL-beating': our favorite 5-star cheap Bluetooth speaker just got a new model with double the battery life
Tribit has unveiled the StormBox Micro 3, with a range of upgrades over a top-rated compact speaker.
Marshall is taking on JBL and other party speaker makers in a 'very homogenous' market — and explains why it wants to make models that 'trigger your senses'
Marshall tells me about its decision to enter into the party speaker segment, and how it’s attempting to stand out from the crowd.
What is the release date for The Boys season 5 episodes 1 to 2 on Prime Video?
The Boys season 5 will bring down the curtain on the hit Prime Video show — here’s when its two-episode premiere will drop.
End of today’s Tech Radar roundup.
