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How to secure RMM software: 8 controls MSPs should test
RMM platforms give MSPs privileged access across customer environments, making their security controls critical to limiting risk. Acronis outlines eight controls MSPs should test …
Get all your questions answered at TechCrunch Disrupt 2026: The full breakout session agenda revealed
Get all of your scaling and tech questions answered at TechCrunch Disrupt 2026. Here's the full breakout session agenda, happening October 13-15 in San Francisco. Register now to …
The Pixel Watch 5 is a better value at $65 off
The Google Pixel Watch 5 is discounted by $60 during Amazon’s October sale, with the 41mm version on sale for $334.99, and the 45mm version for $364.99. The latest version of Goog…
Paramount closes historic Warner Bros. merger to form Skydance
The deal brings together two major streaming platforms, Paramount+ and HBO Max, along with networks including CBS, CNN, MTV, TBS, Comedy Central, and Food Network.
Should you buy or rent your router from your internet service provider?
Internet service providers often offer their routers for a monthly fee, and some let you buy the equipment outright.
Paramount and Warner Bros. Discovery complete $110 billion media megamerger
Paramount has completed its $110 billion acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery, forming a combined company known as Skydance. The merger officially puts Paramount and WBD's film s…
Big Oil asks Supreme Court to kill climate lawsuits before trial
Oil companies say federal law should block state climate deception claims.
Amazon reportedly pays $120 million to stream the Emmys for free
The Emmys have a new home - and it looks like Amazon paid plenty for the rights. The awards show and Amazon announced a six-year deal that will move the Emmys from its traditional…
Zapata Quantum joins IBM Quantum Network to build quantum applications
Zapata Quantum, a Boston quantum software company, has joined the IBM Quantum Network, it said on Tuesday. It will use IBM’s machines to build software for its clients. Zapata doe…
JBL's PartyBox Ultimate 2 delivers 1,500 watts of sound and a built-in light show
JBL has just released its most powerful and expensive PartyBox speaker.
Google is about to remove free access to Gemini Flash and Pro
Starting on October 9th, anyone using Google Gemini on a free plan will be limited to the Flash Lite model. Free users can currently choose from Gemini Flash Lite, Flash, and Pro,…
I can’t use Apple’s new Screen Time on my daughter’s iPhone because my son won’t update his MacBook
After suffering years of frustration with Apple's parental control features, I've been eagerly anticipating the revamped Screen Time that launched last month with iOS 27. Unfortun…
Glimpse wants to give hardware companies an X-ray view of every critical part
Called Explore, Glimpse's new image processing software lets hardware makers speed up quality control checks using CT scanners.
4 simple benchmarks to test your PC's performance
PC benchmarks let you figure out exactly how your GPU, CPU and other components are performing so you don't have to guess.
9 best requirements management tools for functional safety (IEC 61508)
The best requirements management tools for functional safety all protect one thing: the chain of evidence behind a safety case. It runs from a hazard, through the safety requireme…
Uber to buy ezCater for $2.3bn to bring workplace catering to Uber Eats
Uber has agreed to buy ezCater, a US platform for workplace catering, for $2.3bn in cash. Uber and ezCater announced the deal in a joint statement on Tuesday. The purchase brings …
Tango communities go live for breast cancer research
Mountain View, California, October 5, 2026, TechnologyWire This Breast Cancer Awareness Month, live-streaming platform Tango is bringing together some of its leading creator commu…
Europe’s Mistral launches Large 4 to challenge China’s lead in open AI models
Mistral has released a preview of Mistral Large 4, a 1T model that the Paris-based company says is the most powerful open-weight AI system outside China. Starting today, developer…
Flai’s AI dealership software is booking 50,000 appointments per month
Flai's revenue has grown 20x in a year, and the company just closed a $27 million Series A funding round.
The wireless headphones that roll up into a Bluetooth speaker are now available
Following their debut at CES 2026 and a successful Kickstarter crowdfunding campaign last February, Tomorrow Doesn't Matter's (TDM) Neo headphones are now available in the US. Whi…
Spotify expands its Music Quiz trivia feature
Test your knowledge on more than 2,000 artists.
Nintendo Switch Sports Resort hands-on: Bigger and better than ever
In addition to new events, now you can explore Wuhu Island like never before.
SAP agrees to acquire Belgian AI workforce startup TechWolf
SAP has agreed to buy TechWolf, a Belgian company whose AI maps the skills and daily work of a firm’s employees. The two companies announced the deal today but did not disclose it…
How to fix distorted audio on your PS5
Your PS5 can have audio issues depending on how complex of a setup you use, but they're fixable with some troubleshooting.