You might have heard about Starling Bank getting a hefty fine. The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) slapped them with a £29 million penalty for not doing enough to stop money laundering. It's not just about one bank though—this problem runs deeper into the fintech industry. Starling messed up big
Google is introducing a new feature in its AI-generated search summaries: ads. If you’re hunting for solutions, like removing grass stains from your pants, the AI might suggest products that could help, listed under a “sponsored” label. This change is part of a broader rollout in the US on mobile de
The world of smartphones is about to get a whole lot prettier. Google, known for its innovative designs and feature-rich devices, has just unveiled some stunning floral-inspired wallpapers that are set to revolutionize the way we interact with our screens. With four unique designs to choose from, th
Here is the reformatted article: Until recently, NASA astronauts Zena Cardman and Stephanie Wilson were assigned to SpaceX's Crew-9 mission. However, their seats had to be reassigned in August to bring home two other NASA astronauts currently living on the International Space Station (ISS). The Spa
Sometimes, you have to start from scratch to make something amazing. Sometimes, you already have most of the ingredients, but you have to do some improvising to make the thing sing. Until today, TechCrunch was in the latter camp. Top reporters who know how to get to the bottom of a story? Check. Mus
Greetings from the Orbiting HQ! As you can see, we've refreshed the site design. We hope you'll come to love it. Ars Technica is a little more than 26 years old, yet this is only our ninth site relaunch (number eight was rolled out way back in 2016!). We think the Ars experience gets better with eac
So, you know how sometimes your favorite ice cream shop changes its flavors? Well, Disney is doing something similar. They're shaking things up to save some cash. ABC Signature has joined forces with 20th Television, meaning one studio will handle all the scripted stuff for both ABC and Hulu. And wh
The Pixel 9a is shaking things up in the world of smartphone design. New renders of the device have leaked, showcasing a flat camera module that ditches the iconic camera bar that's become synonymous with Google's recent smartphones. Gone are the days of the distinctive visor that sets apart Google'
In 2023, Motorola introduced the ThinkPhone, a device that caught everyone's attention with its retro design and impressive specs. Although it didn't revolutionize the smartphone world, it marked the beginning of Motorola's foray into the business phone market. Now, the company is back with the Thin
China, the world's second-largest economy, is facing a prolonged economic slowdown. The country's factory activity has contracted for five straight months, with a purchasing managers' index (PMI) reading of 49.8 in September. While this is higher than expected, it still indicates a contraction in ma
