Cisco announces intent to acquire Astrix Security to secure AI agents and non-human identities, enabling organizations to adopt AI safely and at scale.
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Utah Will Ban VPN Use to Circumvent Age Verification
https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/utah-will-ban-vpn-use-to-circumvent-age-verification/

Experts warn that the legislation could lead to websites banning all VPN addresses due to technical limitations.

WatchOS 27 Set to Get Slimmed-Down Watch Ultra Face, Report Says
https://www.cnet.com/tech/mobile/watchos-27-set-to-get-slimmed-down-watch-ultra-face/

A new watch face could be a better fit than the standard Apple Watch look.

Bosses Want You to Use AI but They're Not Setting a Good Example, Study Says
https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/microsoft-work-trend-index-2026-ai-work-news/

Executives have been pushing AI for years. But leadership-led workplace culture may be preventing effective adoption, Microsoft found.

Dead as Disco Envisions Batman Arkham as a Rhythm Game, and It's Perfect
https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/dead-as-disco-review/

Brain Jar Games' debut title may not feel mechanically complex at first, but there's plenty to discover as you chase high scores in this fighting game.

Oura Ring's Latest Updates Will Tell You More About Contraception and Menopause
https://www.cnet.com/health/oura-ring-womens-health-hormonal-features/

The smart ring company already provides some information on hormonal health.

Champions League Soccer: Stream Arsenal vs. Atlético Madrid Live
https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/champions-league-soccer-stream-arsenal-vs-atletico-madrid-live/

Will the Gunners make home advantage count in this semifinal second-leg clash at the Emirates?

Google's Android Show Returns May 12 Ahead of I/O 2026
https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/googles-android-show-returns-may-12-ahead-of-io-2026/

Google's virtual Android event will arrive one week before I/O 2026, where the company is expected to spotlight Android, Gemini and its broader AI push.

ChatGPT's Latest Model Will Supposedly Give Less Annoying Answers
https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/chatgpts-latest-model-gpt-5-5-instant/

OpenAI says GPT-5.5 Instant will cut down on "gratuitous emojis."

Stop Being So Dependent on Your iPhone: Make It a 'Dumb' Phone Instead
https://www.cnet.com/tech/mobile/stop-being-so-dependent-on-your-iphone-turn-it-into-a-dumb-phone-instead/

Transforming your iPhone into a more minimalist "dumb phone" is simpler than you might think.

I Tried Burger King's Mandalorian and Grogu Menu, and This Is Not the Way
https://www.cnet.com/culture/entertainment/burger-kings-mandalorian-and-grogu-meals-i-review-all-the-new-menu-items/

The Force is not with these mediocre fast-food offerings.

Even More Authors, Publishers Sue Meta Over Copyright in AI Training: What's Different Now
https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/academic-publishers-mcgraw-hill-macmillan-meta-copyright-ai-lawsuit-news/

Meta won a previous AI lawsuit brought by authors. Publishers are taking a different route this time.

US Travelers Can Now Use T-Mobile's Satellite Service in Canada and New Zealand
https://www.cnet.com/tech/mobile/us-travelers-can-now-get-t-satellite-in-canada-and-new-zealand/

Even in some of the most remote areas, your phone can stay connected via satellite.

Today's NYT Connections Hints, Answers and Help for May 6, #1060
https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/todays-nyt-connections-hints-answers-and-help-for-may-6-1060/

Here are some hints and the answers for the NYT Connections puzzle No. 1,060 for Wednesday, May 6. It's a doozy.

Today's Wordle Hints, Answer and Help for May 6, #1782
https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/todays-wordle-hints-answer-and-help-for-may-6-1782/

Here are hints and the answer for today's Wordle for May 6, No. 1,782.

OpenAI Could Make 30 Million Phones Over the Next 2 Years, Report Says
https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/openai-making-ai-phones-30-million-report/

Sam Altman's company could reportedly begin production of the AI-focused phones in the first half of 2027.

I Played the New Lego Batman, a Whimsical Game That Takes the Dark Knight Seriously
https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/i-played-the-new-lego-batman-preview/

The upcoming game walks a tight Bat-rope retelling the Caped Crusader's biggest adventures with a mixture of slapstick charm and deep comic cuts.

Despite Previous Integration Failure, Etsy Launches Its App in ChatGPT
https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/despite-previous-integration-failing-etsy-launches-app-chatgpt/

Etsy's current foray into ChatGPT may be less about making money and more about learning how to develop its own AI tools.

Apple Will Pay $250M to Settle Allegations It Misled iPhone Buyers About AI
https://www.cnet.com/tech/mobile/apple-will-pay-250m-to-settle-claims-it-misled-iphone-buyers-about-ai/

Those who bought select iPhone models could collect up to $95 each.

Today's NYT Connections: Sports Edition Hints and Answers for May 6, #590
https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/todays-nyt-connections-sports-edition-hints-and-answers-for-may-6-589/

Here are hints and the answers for the NYT Connections: Sports Edition puzzle for May 6 No. 590.