Petco confirms security lapse exposed customers’ personal data
Petco confirms security lapse exposed customers’ personal data | TechCrunch
The pet company has published almost no details about what happened, who was affected, and what personal data was exposed.
https://techcrunch.com/2025/12/05/petco-confirms-security-lapse-exposed-customers-personal-data/
New York Times sues Perplexity AI for 'illegal' copying of content
New York Times sues Perplexity AI for 'illegal' copying of content - CNA
The New York Times filed a lawsuit against Perplexity AI on Friday (Dec 5), claiming that the artificial intelligence startup was copying, distributing and displaying millions of its articles without permission.The startup has become a target of multiple legal disputes and faces similar accusations ..
https://www.channelnewsasia.com/world/new-york-times-sues-perplexity-ai-illegal-copying-content-5564191
GoTrax Mustang Electric Bike Review: Punchy and Tiny
GoTrax Mustang Electric Bike Review: Punchy and Tiny | WIRED
This nimble, compact ebike packs plenty of punch, but doesn’t offer a wide range of sizes.
https://www.wired.com/review/gotrax-mustang-electric-bike/
Netflix to acquire Warner Bros. in a disruptive deal valued at $82.7B
Netflix to acquire Warner Bros. in a disruptive deal valued at $82.7B | TechCrunch
In one of the most groundbreaking deals the streaming world has ever seen, Netflix acquires Warner Bros. for $82.7 billion.
https://techcrunch.com/2025/12/05/netflix-to-acquire-warner-bros-in-a-disruptive-deal-valued-at-82-7b/
Screaming students give French president rockstar greeting in China
Screaming students give French president rockstar greeting in China - CNA
Sichuan University students said they hoped Macron's visit would bring stronger academic ties.
https://www.channelnewsasia.com/world/macron-visit-china-sichuan-france-pandas-5564116
Elon Musk's company hit with $139 million fine despite 'garbage' tough talk from JD Vance
Elon Musk's company hit with $139 million fine despite 'garbage' tough talk from JD Vance - Raw Story
Elon Musk's X, formerly known as Twitter, has received a $139 million fine by the European Commission. The penalty is the first-ever issued under the content moderation laws and was issued today (December 5) to the social media site, Politico confirmed. Plans to fine X were aired earlier this ye..
https://www.rawstory.com/elon-musk-fine-x-eu/
Screaming students give French president rockstar greeting in China
Screaming students give French president rockstar greeting in China - CNA
CHENGDU: Surrounded by security, French President Emmanuel Macron made his way through crowds of young fans screaming in excitement at a university in southern China on Friday (Dec 5), receiving a greeting more reminiscent of a rockstar than a politician.Hundreds of students and local residents line..
https://www.channelnewsasia.com/world/emmanuel-macron-visit-china-france-sichuan-5564116
After Neuralink, Max Hodak is building something stranger
After Neuralink, Max Hodak is building something stranger | TechCrunch
"You could really, in a very fundamental sense, talk about redrawing the border around a brain," Hodak says, "possibly to include four hemispheres, or a device, or a whole group of people."
https://techcrunch.com/2025/12/05/after-neuralink-max-hodak-is-building-something-stranger/
New Zealand police recover swallowed James Bond-inspired Fabergé pendant after 6-day wait
New Zealand police recover swallowed James Bond-inspired Fabergé pendant after 6-day wait - CNA
The US$19,000 ornate jewelled octopus pendant was recovered from the gastrointestinal tract of the accused by natural means after he allegedly ate the pendant.
https://www.channelnewsasia.com/world/james-bond-faberge-pendant-octopus-swallowed-new-zealand-5558901
The Best Meal Replacement Shakes for Total Life Optimization (2025)
The Best Meal Replacement Shakes for Total Life Optimization (2025) | WIRED
Solve the problem of cooking and chewing food with these full-meal replacement drinks.
https://www.wired.com/gallery/best-liquid-meal-replacements/
AI Slop Is Ruining Reddit for Everyone
AI Slop Is Ruining Reddit for Everyone | WIRED
Reddit is considered one of the most human spaces left on the internet, but mods and users are overwhelmed with slop posts in the most popular subreddits.
https://www.wired.com/story/ai-slop-is-ruining-reddit-for-everyone/
How Long Should You Stay in a Sauna? (2025)
How Long Should You Stay in a Sauna? (2025) | WIRED
Optimize your sauna session by listening to the experts and, more importantly, your body.
https://www.wired.com/story/how-long-should-you-stay-in-a-sauna/
Walmart-backed PhonePe winds down its Pincode app in yet another e-commerce step back
Walmart-backed PhonePe winds down its Pincode app in yet another e-commerce step back | TechCrunch
PhonePe has shut down its Pincode app over two years after its debut.
https://techcrunch.com/2025/12/05/walmart-backed-phonepe-winds-down-its-pincode-app-in-yet-another-e-commerce-step-back/
Huge Trove of Nude Images Leaked by AI Image Generator Startup’s Exposed Database
Huge Trove of Nude Images Leaked by AI Image Generator Startup’s Exposed Database | WIRED
An AI image generator startup’s database was left accessible to the open internet, revealing more than 1 million images and videos, including photos of real people who had been “nudified.”
https://www.wired.com/story/huge-trove-of-nude-images-leaked-by-ai-image-generator-startups-exposed-database/
New Trump strategy says US to readjust global presence
New Trump strategy says US to readjust global presence - CNA
WASHINGTON: President Donald Trump's administration said in a long-awaited new strategy document on Friday (Dec 5) that the United States will shift from its historic global role toward increasing dominance in Latin America and vigorously fighting migration.The national security paper, meant to..
https://www.channelnewsasia.com/world/new-trump-strategy-us-readjust-global-presence-5563761
Putin says to continue 'uninterrupted' fuel shipments to India
Putin says to continue 'uninterrupted' fuel shipments to India - CNA
NEW DELHI: Russian President Vladimir Putin said on Friday (Dec 5) he was ready to continue "uninterrupted shipments" of fuel to India, as New Delhi faces heavy US pressure to stop buying oil from Moscow.
https://www.channelnewsasia.com/world/putin-modi-russia-india-trade-fuel-us-pressure-5563721
TikTok to comply with 'upsetting' Australian under-16 ban
TikTok to comply with 'upsetting' Australian under-16 ban - CNA
SYDNEY: TikTok said on Friday (Dec 5) it will comply with Australia's imminent ban on under-16s joining social media on the day it comes into force, but told users the changes "may be upse
https://www.channelnewsasia.com/world/tiktok-comply-australia-under-16-ban-upsetting-5563361
Womanizer Coupons: Save 15% in December
Womanizer Coupons: Save 15% in December | WIRED
Get 15% off sex toys with a Womanizer coupon in December 2025.
https://www.wired.com/story/womanizer-coupon/
Groupon Promo Codes: 50% Off in December 2025
Groupon Promo Codes: 50% Off in December 2025 | WIRED
Get 25% off with the latest Groupon coupon code. Enjoy 50% off tickets, 80% off custom gifts, 40% off spa bookings & more with the best Groupon promo codes this December.
https://www.wired.com/story/groupon-promo-code/
LeBron scores 8; record double-digit streak ends
LeBron held to 8 as double-digit points streak ends in Lakers' win - ESPN
LeBron James had a chance to extend his record double-digit scoring streak but opted to pass the ball, setting up Rui Hachimura's winning 3-pointer at the buzzer Thursday night against the Raptors.
https://www.espn.com/nba/story/_/id/47207049/lebron-held-8-double-digit-points-streak-ends-lakers-win
Big day for Detroit offense powers Lions over Cowboys
Jahmyr Gibbs' three TD runs power Lions over Cowboys - ESPN
The Lions improved their playoff chances while the Cowboys' postseason hopes took a big hit.
https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/47205525/jahmyr-gibbs-three-td-runs-power-lions-cowboys-tnf
Watch the Highlights From WIRED’s 2025 Big Interview Event Right Here
Check Out Highlights From WIRED’s 2025 Big Interview Event | WIRED
On December 4, WIRED sat down with some of the biggest names in tech, culture, business, and science for a day full of in-depth interviews.
https://www.wired.com/story/the-big-interview-2025-recap/
Former USIP Lawyer on DOGE: ‘Brass Knuckles on an Authoritarian Fist’
Former USIP Lawyer on DOGE: ‘Brass Knuckles on an Authoritarian Fist’ | WIRED
George Foote, who served as the outside general counsel to the US Institute of Peace, said at WIRED’s Big Interview event that DOGE operatives arrived like a “strike team.”
https://www.wired.com/story/big-interview-event-inside-doge-leland-dudek/
David Hogg to Democratic Establishment: Get the Message or Get Voted Out
David Hogg to Democratic Establishment: Get the Message or Get Voted Out | WIRED
At WIRED’s Big Interview event, the activist and organizer said he doesn’t “think the Chuck Schumers of the world understand” what’s coming for the party.
https://www.wired.com/story/big-interview-event-david-hogg/
Follow live: Cowboys look to extend 3-game win streak vs. Lions
Week 14 TNF highlights: Dallas Cowboys vs. Detroit Lions - ESPN
Catch all the big plays and moments here.
https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/47203062/dallas-cowboys-vs-detroit-lions
Chicago Tribune sues Perplexity
Chicago Tribune sues Perplexity | TechCrunch
The newspaper is alleging copyright infringement and calling out Perplexity's Retrieval Augmented Generation (RAG) as a culprit.
https://techcrunch.com/2025/12/04/chicago-tribune-sues-perplexity/
All the biggest news from AWS’ big tech show re:Invent 2025
All the biggest news from AWS' big tech show re:Invent 2025 | TechCrunch
Amazon Web Services' giant tech conference re:Invent 2025 is happening this week with news ranging from chips to AI services.
https://techcrunch.com/2025/12/04/all-the-biggest-news-from-aws-big-tech-show-reinvent-2025/
Sources: Penn St. turns focus to ISU's Campbell
Sources: Penn State focusing search on Iowa State's Campbell - ESPN
Iowa State coach Matt Campbell has emerged as the focus of Penn State's head coaching search, sources told ESPN.
https://www.espn.com/college-football/story/_/id/47205838/penn-state-focusing-search-iowa-state-campbell
Follow live: Cowboys visit Lions and look to extend 4-game win streak
Cowboys vs. Lions (Dec 4, 2025) Live Score - ESPN
Live coverage of the Dallas Cowboys vs. Detroit Lions NFL game on ESPN, including live score, highlights and updated stats.
https://www.espn.com/nfl/game/_/gameId/401772947/cowboys-lions
It's Time to Save Silicon Valley From Itself
It's Time to Save Silicon Valley From Itself | WIRED
Big Tech has lost its way. At WIRED’s Big Interview event, Techdirt editor Mike Masnick and Common Tools CEO Alex Komoroske announced a manifesto designed to help the industry get back on track.
https://www.wired.com/story/big-interview-event-techdirt-mike-masnick-common-tools-alex-komoroske/
