On ‘SNL’s Weekend Update, the internet’s favorite baby hippo Moo Deng stopped by to establish some boundaries.
California Gov. Newsom vetoes bill SB 1047 that aims to prevent AI disasters
California Gov. Gavin Newsom has vetoed bill SB 1047, which aims to prevent bad actors from using AI to cause “critical harm” to humans. The California state assembly passed the legislation by a margin of 41-9 on August 28, but several organizations including the Chamber of Commerce had urged Newsom to veto the bill. In…
Apple’s rumored smart display may arrive in 2025 running new homeOS
Apple is planning to debut a new operating system called homeOS with its long-rumored smart displays, the first of which is expected to arrive as soon as 2025, according to Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman. Reports of a HomePod-like device with a display have been swirling for over a year, and Gurman said just this summer that…
California governor vetoes major AI safety bill
Illustration by Cath Virginia / The Verge | Photos from Getty Images California Governor Gavin Newsom vetoed the Safe and Secure Innovation for Frontier Artificial Intelligence Models Act (SB 1047) today. In his veto message, Governor Newsom cited multiple factors in his decision, including the burden the bill would have placed on AI companies, California’s…
Marvel and DC lose ‘SUPER HERO’ trademarks
Photo: John Carl D’Annibale / Albany Times Union via Getty Images You know how Marvel and DC have held joint ownership over trademarks for “Super Hero” for decades? That time is apparently mostly over, as the US Patent and Trademark Office has canceled the companies’ claim to several of their trademarks, reports Reuters. The cancellation…
5 High-Potential Meme Coins to Buy Before October’s Surge – $NEIRO, $PEPU, $DOGS, $TURBO, and $BabyDoge
The meme coin market has been surging as it enters the final quarter of the year. For investors aiming to capture massive gains, five standout meme coins should be on the radar before October. Ranging from presale projects to newly listed tokens, here’s an in-depth look at the top five meme coins with 100x potential,…
Razer leans into haptics with a new gaming cushion and vibrating headphones
The Razer Freyja can turn most computer chairs into haptic gaming accessories. | Image: Razer Razer has released the Freyja gaming cushion, a haptic cushion that you can attach to your gaming chair, the company announced. The cushion is $299.99, and it’s available to buy now. The Freyja is an extension of the vibration you…
Spotify confirms it’s having service issues and is working on a fix
It’s not just you — Spotify has confirmed it’s experiencing problems that have made the app and web player temporarily unusable for some people starting late Sunday morning. “We’re aware of some issues right now and are checking them out!” the Spotify Status account posted on X. Spotify users on social media have reported a…
‘SNL’ brings back Maya Rudolph, Andy Samberg, and Dana Carvey for its 2024 presidential election cast
See who was cast for the 2024 U.S. presidential election on this season of ‘Saturday Night Live.’ Please follow and like us:
Spotify is down
Image: Cath Virginia / The Verge Spotify appears to be down at the moment, with users across social media having started reporting that the app and website aren’t working over the last hour or so. It’s not working for those of us at The Verge who have tried, either. Downdetector shows a spike in the…
YouTube blocks songs from artists including Adele and Green Day amid licensing negotiations
Songs from popular artists have begun to disappear from YouTube as the platform’s deal with the performing rights organization SESAC (Society of European Stage Authors and Composers) approaches its expiration date. As reported by Variety, certain songs by Adele, Green Day, Bob Dylan, R.E.M., Burna Boy and other artists have been blocked in the US,…
Leaked JD Vance dossier has been blocked on Threads, Instagram, and Facebook
Meta has blocked the leaked JD Vance dossier on Threads, Instagram, and Facebook. According to a statement given to The Verge, posting or sharing links to the hacked documents violates its content policies. Meta’s policies “not allow content from hacked sources or content leaked as part of a foreign government operation to influence US elections,”…
Apple may release an iPad-like smart home display next year
The StandBy feature of iPhones offers a hint of how an Apple smart home display could work. | Image: David Pierce / The Verge Apple is preparing to take a fresh run at the smart home that starts with a rumored smart display that it may release next year. That’s according to Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman,…
The future of AI might look a lot like Twitter
The Verge Roughly a month ago, Michael Sayman realized he could finally build the app he’d been thinking about for years: a social network where everyone but you is an AI bot. Large language models are finally good enough and cheap enough that the experience might actually feel social and useful, and not like a…
NYT’s The Mini crossword answers for September 29
The Mini is a bite-sized version of The New York Times‘ revered daily crossword. While the crossword is a lengthier experience that requires both knowledge and patience to complete, The Mini is an entirely different vibe. With only a handful of clues to answer, the daily puzzle doubles as a speed-running test for many who…
The AR and VR headsets you’ll actually wear
Image: David Pierce / The Verge Hi, friends! Welcome to Installer No. 54, your guide to the best and Verge-iest stuff in the world. (If you’re new here, welcome, so psyched you found us, and also you can read all the old editions at the Installer homepage.) This week, I’ve been reading about AI slop…
Floki Price Prediction – Could FLOKI Bullish News Fuel a Massive Pump?
FLOKI (FLOKI) continues to make headlines with its impressive performance and bullish news, positioning it as a potential leader in the upcoming bull run. One of the most significant bullish factors is the potential price surge due to FLOKI’s close association with GraFun. This strategic partnership strengthens the project’s fundamentals and could fuel substantial growth….
AI that gets it done in 60 seconds or less — lifetime access on sale for $40
TL;DR: Get lifetime access to 1minAI for $39.99 and speed up your creative process with AI-powered tools — no subscriptions, just pure productivity. If you’ve ever stared at a blank screen, hoping for creative inspiration to strike, 1minAI might just be your new best friend. This AI-powered tool is built to tackle creative tasks like…
Ethically hack your way to cybersecurity expertise with this massive $40 bundle
TL;DR: Last chance to pay just $39.97 to get lifetime access to this ethical hacking online learning bundle and become an ethical hacking connoisseur with 11 in-depth courses. Sale ends at 11:59 p.m. PT on September 29. Opens in a new window Credit: StackCommerce The All-in-One Super-Sized Ethical Hacking Bundle $39.97 $1,098.00 Save $1,058.03 Get…
Last chance to get two 4K drones for 53% off
TL;DR: Get the Ninja Dragon Phantom Eagle Pro and Blade K drone bundle for $139.99 until 11:59 p.m. PT on September 29 and capture incredible 4K aerial shots on your next adventure. Getting those amazing aerial shots used to mean renting gear or investing in pricey equipment — but this bundle brings pro-level video recording…
Say hello to privacy with a second phone number from Hushed for just $20
TL;DR: Get a second phone number to keep your personal number private with a lifetime subscription to Hushed for just $19.99 with promo code SAVENOW through September 29 at 11:59 p.m. PT. Opens in a new window Credit: Affinity Click Hushed Private Phone Line: Lifetime Virtual Number Subscription $19.99 $150.00 Save $130.01 with promo code…
‘Girl Internet Show: A Kati Kelli Mixtape’ review: A loving homage to an internet oddity
Underground web personality Kati Kelli died in 2019, leaving behind six years of her bizarre, avant-garde YouTube series Girl Internet Show. Lovingly curated by filmmakers Jane Schoenbrun (I Saw the TV Glow) and Jordan Wippell (Kelli’s widower), the loosely connected program is refashioned in cinematic form, albeit with minimum interference, in Girl Internet Show: A…
Get a refurbished MacBook Pro for just $380 and power up your productivity
TL;DR: Score a refurbished 13-inch Apple MacBook Pro (3.1GHz i5, 8GB RAM, 512GB SSD) on sale for just $379.99 and enjoy premium Apple performance without the premium price. Opens in a new window Credit: Apple 13-inch Apple MacBook Pro (3.1GHz i5, 8GB RAM, 512GB SSD) $379.99 $1,499.00 Save $1,119.01 Refurbished Get Deal Ready to upgrade…
Could $DOGS Bounce Back Soon? New Meme Coin Crypto Casino Pulls in $300K During Presale
DOGS, with a market capitalization of $452 million, has declined from its previous valuation of $500 million. Both trading volume and price have also decreased, falling from $0.0009 earlier today to the current range of $0.00085 to $0.00087. This downturn is particularly concerning as the broader market is on an upward trend, suggesting a divergence…
Nine travel influencers on Instagram to help plan your next adventure
Executing a good vacation takes time, effort, and, ultimately, a whole lot of luck. Of course, there are some issues associated with the industry, including environmental impact and a heightened focus on consumerism, but when you’re in the research phase of a new trip, you might want to find some influencers to take you along…
How to watch Falcons vs. Saints online for free
TL;DR: Live stream Atlanta Falcons vs. New Orleans Saints for free on TVNZ+. Access this free streaming platform from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN. Live streaming the NFL for free is not easy, but nothing is impossible with a VPN. There are a bunch of free streaming platforms offering coverage of this NFL season,…
Practise using top AI tools like ChatGPT and DALL-E with £18.67 course bundle
TL;DR: Learn how to use AI on your own with this ChatGPT and Gemini AI training bundle, on sale for only £18.67 (reg. £590.83) through Sept. 29. Opens in a new window Credit: Eduonix Learning Solutions The 2024 Complete ChatGPT & Gemini AI Advanced E-Degree £18.67 at the Mashable Shop £590.83 Save £572.16 Get Deal…
How to watch Manchester United vs. Tottenham online for free
TL;DR: Watch Manchester United vs. Tottenham in the Premier League with a free trial of Fubo. Sign up for a free trial of Fubo from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN. It’s always exciting when any of the “top six” teams from the Premier League clash. And this weekend, Erik ten Hag’s Manchester United host…
How to watch Raiders vs. Browns online for free
TL;DR: Live stream Las Vegas Raiders vs. Cleveland Browns for free on TVNZ+. Access this free streaming platform from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN. It is possible to live stream select NFL fixtures without spending anything, including the upcoming matchup between the Las Vegas Raiders and Cleveland Browns. And you don’t need to be…
How to watch Atletico Madrid vs. Real Madrid online for free
TL;DR: Live stream Atletico Madrid vs. Real Madrid in La Liga for free on ITVX. Access this free streaming platform from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN. This La Liga season is still in its early stages, but all the familiar faces are at the top of the league standings. Two of those sides are…
How to watch Colts vs. Steelers online for free
TL;DR: Live stream Indianapolis Colts vs. Pittsburgh Steelers for free on TVNZ+. Access this free streaming platform from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN. The NFL is up and running, with a number of teams making early statements of intent. The Steelers are one of those teams, with a number of strong performances in the…