Nasdaq, S&P 500 Rally Led by Nvidia, Alphabet, Tesla as Big Tech Rebounds
November 25, 2025, 2:08 AM EST. US stocks headed for a short Thanksgiving-week rebound as traders priced in a possible December rate cut. The Nasdaq Composite rose over 2%, the S&P 500 gained more than 1.3%, and the Dow added about 0.4%. A rally driven by Nvidia, Alphabet and Tesla highlighted renewed appetite for Big Tech after November's pullback. Bitcoin remained under pressure. Investors await a flow of data and policy signals, with officials signaling potential Fed easing in December. Key releases include producer prices, retail sales and consumer confidence, while quarterly results from Alibaba, Kohl's and Best Buy loom. Tariff talks with the EU and Supreme Court chatter add policy wobble; Nvidia's export moves to China also weigh on sentiment.
Amazon to Invest Up to $50B in AI Infrastructure for U.S. Government Agencies
November 25, 2025, 2:06 AM EST. Amazon will invest up to $50 billion to expand AI and advanced computing infrastructure for U.S. government agencies. The plan, set to break ground in 2026, will add nearly 1.3 gigawatts of data center capacity across AWS GovCloud (US) regions, including Top Secret and AWS Secret. Federal agencies will gain access to tools such as Amazon SageMaker for model training and Amazon Bedrock for deploying AI models, with workloads supported by Trainium chips and NVIDIA hardware. The move aims to accelerate discovery and decision-making for missions like scientific research, threat analysis, disaster response, and climate modeling, as AWS CEO Matt Garman says it will transform how federal agencies leverage supercomputing and lead in the AI era.
GAC Begins All-Solid-State EV Battery Production, Targeting 1,000-km Range
November 25, 2025, 2:04 AM EST. GAC Group has launched China's first all-solid-state EV battery production line, signaling a leap toward mass production. A dry process combines slurry preparation, coating, and rolling to cut costs and speed up manufacturing. Early cells exceed 60 Ah, enabling use in vehicles and promising ranges beyond 1,000 km-more than double today's ~500 km. R&D chief Qi Hongzhong says small-batch vehicle tests could start in 2026, with mass production planned between 2027 and 2030. The push is part of China's broader momentum, including SAIC Motor completing its main line, and BYD and CATL aiming for 2027 production. The effort is supported by the All-Solid-State Battery Collaborative Innovation Platform uniting automakers and suppliers.
Best Black Friday iPhone deals: how to score a free iPhone 17, iPad, or ultra-cheap plan
November 25, 2025, 2:02 AM EST. This Black Friday round-up highlights the best iPhone deals of the week across major carriers and prepaid options. Expect up to $1,100 off the iPhone 17 family, free iPads and Apple Watches, and bonus trade-ins that can unlock major savings. Apple's own event adds $75 gift cards with certain purchases, though the iPhone 17 isn't included in that promo. If you want the biggest discounts, focus on unlimited plans, device trade-ins, or multi-line deals from Verizon, T-Mobile, and AT&T; for tighter budgets, consider a prepaid carrier with solid pricing. The guide also covers how to maximize value with trade-ins worth up to $670 and practical tips for choosing between plans, lines, and devices during this week's Black Friday promos.
RayNeo Air 3s Pro XR: Black Friday $50 Off for a 200-Inch On-Face AR Display
November 25, 2025, 2:00 AM EST. Experience a 200-inch on-face screen with the RayNeo Air 3s Pro XR-an affordable pair of AR glasses that doubles as a high-quality portable display for movies, shows, and games. The Pro adds stronger display tech and improved weight distribution over the standard Air 3s, while keeping the look sleek enough for everyday wear. This Black Friday, Amazon cuts $50 off the price, bringing the Pro XR well under $300. When compared to bigger names like the Xreal One and Viture Pro, the Air 3s Pro remains the budget-friendly choice at roughly 2.8 ounces. If you want an external display on your face without the luxury price, this is a strong option.
SOLAR-m trauma-informed app reduces mental health symptoms in firefighters: randomized trial
November 25, 2025, 1:58 AM EST. This randomized controlled trial evaluated SOLAR-m, a smartphone app version of the Skills for Life Adjustment and Resilience program, versus an active mood-monitoring control in distressed firefighters (N=163). At 8 weeks, SOLAR-m produced a greater reduction in depression and anxiety (HADS) than control (mean difference −2.64; 95% CI −4.64 to −0.63; p=0.01). Secondary outcomes showed reductions in depression, anxiety and posttraumatic stress symptoms, with continued benefits at 3 months only for depression. The study supports the feasibility and efficacy of a trauma-informed smartphone app to mitigate subclinical mental health symptoms in high-risk professionals. Trial registered: ANZCTRN12621001141831.
Amazon to Invest Up to $50B in AI Infrastructure for U.S. Government
November 25, 2025, 1:54 AM EST. Amazon Web Services (AWS) plans to invest up to $50 billion to build purpose-built AI and supercomputing infrastructure for the U.S. government, starting in 2026. The initiative will expand access to SageMaker, Bedrock, Anthropic Claude, and Nvidia-based AI chips across AWS GovCloud, Top Secret, and Secret regions, boosting federal capabilities from cybersecurity to drug discovery. AWS says the investment will remove tech barriers and help the U.S. lead in the AI era by enabling real-time processing of vast data, rapid decision-making, and automated threat detection. By deploying dedicated data centers and advanced networking, the program aims to accelerate government missions and transform how agencies use AI and supercomputing for defense and intelligence workloads.
Inside New York's RAISE Act: AI safety rules and a political clash
November 25, 2025, 1:48 AM EST. New York is amid a fierce AI-regulation debate as a state-level bill called the RAISE Act would force large AI firms to publish safety and risk protocols and disclose serious incidents. The bill targets companies with more than $100 million in computational resources to train advanced models. A bipartisan super PAC, Leading the Future (LTF), has begun targeting Democrat Alex Bores, a co-sponsor of the RAISE Act, arguing federal rules should preempt state measures. LTF is backed by tech leaders including OpenAI's Greg Brockman, Palantir's Joe Lonsdale, Andreessen Horowitz, and Perplexity. LTF says it supports policies that boost innovation and counter China's AI advancements. Bores, a NY Assembly member since 2023, who worked at Palantir, says AI's potential to cure disease must be balanced against risks like bio-weapons, hence he champions risk-management.
Tesla Stock Surges as Musk Says Next-Gen AI Chips to Outpace Rivals
November 25, 2025, 1:46 AM EST. Tesla shares rose about 7% after Elon Musk said the company is close to volume production of its next-gen AI chip. Musk floated a plan to deliver a new AI chip design to volume every 12 months and to ultimately build more chips than all rivals combined. The roadmap targets AI4, near completion of AI5, and work on AI6, with a new Texas fab tied to Samsung's $16.5B deal. Beyond cars, the chips power the Optimus humanoid and data centers, per executives. Tesla executives stressed software-hardware co-design and Musk's hands-on involvement. The stock has been volatile, hitting year-to-date highs earlier but slipping in the past month as investors weigh the chip-centric growth narrative.
Amazon Targets Up to $50B AI and Supercomputing Investment for U.S. Government via AWS
November 25, 2025, 1:42 AM EST. Amazon unveiled plans to invest up to $50 billion to expand AI and high-performance computing capacity for U.S. government customers, a major cloud infrastructure commitment. The project, expected to break ground in 2026, will add about 1.3 gigawatts of new capacity across AWS GovCloud, Top Secret and Secret regions through new data centers with advanced compute and networking. Separately, AWS said it will invest at least $5 billion in South Korea to build AI data centers and support its ambition to become a global AI hub. The announcements form part of a broader pledge by several firms totaling about $9 billion for the next five years, underscoring a push to grow a government-grade cloud and supercomputing ecosystem.
Hearing aid firms deploy AI to tailor sound and health features
November 25, 2025, 1:40 AM EST. Starkey's Omega AI is among the latest hearing aids that use generative AI to learn from wearers. Starkey executives describe it as an upgrade that mimics brain processing by factoring inputs like motion and vision, not just sound. Audiologists note AI helps amplify the right sounds at the right times, improving performance beyond simple amplification. The technology has roots in early 2000s AI, but current capabilities are expanding rapidly, making the devices fit for younger users as well. The Omega AI acts like a connected gadget, able to track steps and detect falls, while still requiring proper fitting by an audiologist. A typical Omega AI pair may cost around $6,000 at clinics. This is shaping a new era where AI-enabled hearing aids blend medical devices with smart consumer tech.
IBM and Cisco Collaborate to Build a Quantum Networking Internet
November 25, 2025, 1:32 AM EST. IBM and Cisco are partnering to link large-scale, fault-tolerant quantum computers into a network that could run computations over tens to hundreds of thousands of qubits. By 2030, they aim to demonstrate a proof-of-concept quantum networking capability, including microwave-optical transducers and a dedicated quantum networking unit to convert stationary quantum information into transferable states. The effort complements IBM's Starling roadmap for fault-tolerant quantum CPUs by 2029 and aligns with the SQMS Center and DOE-backed quantum initiatives. As Vijoy Pandey of Cisco notes, the goal is to solve hardware, software, and networking together to enable a scalable quantum internet for secure communications and advanced scientific monitoring.
The State of AI: Chatbot Companions and the Privacy Dilemma
November 25, 2025, 1:30 AM EST. AI companions are reshaping how we relate to technology, with users building personalized chatbots that play roles from friend to therapist. As conversational bots grow more human-like, studies show we trust and imitate them-raising serious privacy concerns. Regulations are beginning to address safety and minors, yet many laws overlook how much personal data these chats collect. Developers leverage this data to boost engagement, a pattern MIT researchers call "addictive intelligence." Venture leaders emphasize a data feedback loop that ties user activity to model improvement, potentially creating enormous value for platforms at the expense of users. The piece argues we must balance innovation with stronger protections for privacy, consent, and transparent data use in the AI companion market.
Humanoid robots: the new smartphones of our lives
November 25, 2025, 1:28 AM EST. From Steve Jobs's iPhone reveal to today's prototypes, tech often redefines daily life. Humanoid robots could follow a similar arc, moving from curiosity to essential tools for work and home. Analysts project a multi-trillion market by 2050, with real-world pilots already under way in logistics and manufacturing. Companies once treating humanoids as curiosities are adopting them to address labor shortages, improve safety, and drive predictable costs. Early deployments, like Agility Robotics' Digit at GXO, BMW plant support, and Apptronik's Apollo, illustrate a future where robots perform repetitive or dangerous tasks, boosting productivity. The UN's aging population trend compounds demand for automated help, amplifying ROI for businesses and reshaping work. If adoption accelerates, humanoids could become as routine as smartphones in our lives-transforming how we work, shop, and live.
Moto G Play 2026 Review: A Dependable Budget Phone Struggling to Break Free from Fine
November 25, 2025, 1:26 AM EST. Motorola's Moto G Play 2026 keeps its budget-friendly charm: dependable, long-lasting, and presentable, but it rarely rises above fine. The design is deliberately plain, with a plastic frame and back, yet it feels comfortable at a 202g weight. Its crown jewel is a 6.7-inch ultrawide LCD display with HD+ resolution, augmented by High Brightness Mode and a 120Hz refresh rate that makes scrolling feel premium for the price-though the low resolution still betrays detail. Performance centers on the MediaTek Dimensity 6300 with 4GB RAM (boosted by RAM Boost) and Android 16, delivering smooth day-to-day use and light gaming but slower loads under heavier tasks. The 5200mAh battery helps endurance, yet the device sits in a market that demands more than fine.
Raymond James Declares Nvidia the Stronger AI Chip Stock to Buy Now
November 25, 2025, 1:24 AM EST. According to Raymond James and 5-star analyst Simon Leopold, AI is driving secular growth in semiconductors. Leopold says there are key differences from the late-1990s bubble and endorses two chip stocks, Nvidia (NVDA) and AMD (AMD), as Buys, with Nvidia positioned as the stronger AI chip stock. Nvidia has benefited from the AI boom, reporting rising sales and a landmark market cap, with its Blackwell GPUs fueling demand. The company commands roughly 85% AI chip market share and has seen stock gains as cloud GPUs stay sold out, underscoring Nvidia's leadership in logic semiconductors powering AI infrastructure. The takeaway: investors can ride the AI wave by focusing on Nvidia's dominance in GPUs ahead of AMD.
Apple's iPhone 17 Pro Ad Highlights Vapor Chamber Cooling for Peak Performance
November 25, 2025, 1:22 AM EST. Apple UK's new TV ad for the iPhone 17 Pro and Pro Max spotlights the device's vapor chamber cooling powered by the new A19 Pro processor. The display explains how a sealed metal chamber uses liquid to absorb heat and vaporize, moving heat away from the chip and back via condensation-keeping the phone at peak performance. The campaign notes that while others used cooling tech earlier, Apple aims to position this feature as a clever selling point with a 30-second spot showing a desert jogger, rain drop, and feats of speed. The tagline reads 'Vapor cooled for serious performance', underscoring the phone's ability to sustain high loads without overheating.
Smartphone game helps preserve Nyiyaparli language in Western Australia
November 25, 2025, 1:20 AM EST.Nyiyaparli, a 41,000-year-old language spoken by just eight people in Western Australia's Pilbara, is getting a lifeline from a smartphone game called Nyiyaparli Widi. Elders designed the app to teach children the language, animal and plant names, and local places, with gameplay that rewards collecting cultural objects and hearing Nyiyaparli words spoken aloud. The project has won global recognition, earning a bronze and four silver Anthem awards against other social-impact initiatives from companies like Google and Pepsi. Developer Simon te Brinke says the game is meant to be a blueprint for others, part of a broader effort that includes dual-language street signs and a digital dictionary among 26 language projects. The urgency to keep the language alive drives community members like Kevin Nelson and Michael Stream.
Editors' Choice: Outstanding New Android Phone at a Black Friday Steal
November 25, 2025, 1:16 AM EST. PCMag's Iyaz Akhtar names an outstanding new smartphone a steal ahead of the holidays. Rated 4.5/5, the device delivers strong value with solid performance and compelling camera features at a notable discount. For shoppers chasing the best Android option under these Black Friday prices, this model stands out as the go-to phone pick. The piece explains why the deal makes it competitive against rivals and how the package becomes a practical choice for the season, especially for those seeking flagship-like capabilities without the premium tag. Akhtar, a seasoned Mobile Writer, shares hands-on impressions and what makes this launch worth considering for holiday buyers.
Your Smartwatch Could Be Hindering Long-Term Running Goals
November 25, 2025, 1:12 AM EST. Modern wearables give runners a wealth of data about pace, cadence, sleep and recovery, but more data isn't always better. The story of "Adam" shows how tiny cadence dips, sleep changes, or shoe choices can spark anxiety and push cortisol, even when performance remains on track. The piece argues that while data helps, it also creates perfectionism-our bodies aren't robots, and metrics are noisy: GPS cadence isn't perfectly accurate (measurement error), fatigue and life stressors shift performance, and temporary blips can be mistaken for long-term trends. Treated as guidance rather than gospel, metrics should inform training decisions without derailing mood or recovery. In short: use data to serve workouts, not dominate them.
Mobile Game Aims to Save Nyiyaparli Language and Culture in Australia
November 25, 2025, 1:10 AM EST. An Australian Aboriginal community with just eight fluent speakers is launching a mobile game to reconnect youth with the Nyiyaparli language. The game guides players as junior rangers through the Fortescue Marsh Nature Reserve, featuring about 90 Nyiyaparli words spoken by elders. By collecting cultural objects and navigating locations, players hear authentic pronunciations, reinforcing language. The effort, led by the Karlka Nyiyaparli Aboriginal Corporation (KNAC), began in 2022 and aligns with a broader movement to leverage digital tools for languagerevival. The project has won awards and funds a planned digital language center, showing how technology and community leadership can pair to preserve cultural heritage in remote regions like the Pilbara.
Nyiyaparli Widi: Smartphone game wins five Anthem Awards to revive endangered Aboriginal language
November 25, 2025, 1:06 AM EST. An innovative smartphone game, Nyiyaparli Widi, created by the Karlka Nyiyaparli Aboriginal Corporation and elders, has won five international Anthem Awards, highlighting its impact on language revival. The project, part of the Nyiyaparli Living Language Project (NLLP), teaches the Nyiyaparli language to children in the Pilbara and competes with popular games like Minecraft and Fortnite for young attention. Despite only around eight fluent speakers, the game frames players as junior rangers at the Fortescue Marsh to immerse learners in culture and place. The effort, supported by KNAC, underscores broader concerns that around 80% of Australian Indigenous languages are critically endangered, fueling urgency for innovative, tech-based preservation.
Tesla AI Chip Push Lifts Stock as Musk Highlights Roadmap for AI Chips
November 25, 2025, 1:00 AM EST. Elon Musk signaled that Tesla is more than an automaker, spotlighting an advanced AI chip program that has already deployed millions of chips in vehicles and data centers. After Musk posted on X that Tesla has long had an engineering team for AI chips, shares jumped over 6%, helping restore some positive sentiment for the year. Investors weighed AI-bubble concerns and potential Fed rate cuts that could boost demand for big-ticket purchases. Musk said the company will upgrade AI4 to AI5 and begin work on AI6, with plans to design a new chip roughly every 12 months and scale production beyond peers. He also invited engineers to join Tesla's AI chip program.
Warner Bros. Discovery Pulls CNN Content From Apple News Amid Renewal Talks
November 25, 2025, 12:54 AM EST. Warner Bros. Discovery has withdrawn CNN articles from Apple News following a lapse in its distribution agreement, with no formal announcement but notices evident as CNN content vanished from the Apple News app. The standoff underscores how Apple News and its paid tier have become key channels for publishers to reach readers and generate subscription revenue, even as publishers worry about over-reliance on platforms they don't control. The move echoes broader concerns about algorithm-driven referrals on social platforms. CNN has been expanding its own digital footprint, launching a streaming service (All Access) and a partial paywall to boost direct monetization, as traditional cable audiences shrink. Negotiations over a new deal are ongoing.
Trump-Xi Call Could Shape Nvidia H200 Chip Exports to China
November 25, 2025, 12:52 AM EST. President Trump and President Xi spoke by phone, discussing trade, Taiwan, and the potential export of Nvidia's H200 AI chips to China. The call follows the Busan meeting, where the U.S. and China agreed to reduce tariffs and increase Chinese purchases of U.S. soybeans, while easing restrictions on rare earths and fentanyl flows. Xi stressed Taiwan as a key element of the post-war international order, and both nations said fostering stability since Busan. The discussion also touched on ending the Ukraine-Russia war and pursuing a lasting peace. The report notes momentum in US-China relations and the possibility that export controls on Nvidia could be adjusted as part of broader policy moves.
Apple's Siri upgrade in iOS 26.4 may be powered by Google's Gemini 3
November 25, 2025, 12:50 AM EST. Apple's next Siri upgrade in iOS 26.4 reportedly hinges on a partnership with Google to leverage Gemini 3. After Gemini 3's strong reception and benchmarks-outpacing rivals on coding, reasoning, and visual tasks-Apple appears to be using a Google-developed 1.2 trillion-parameter AI model inside a privacy-preserving Apple product. The rollout won't be marketed as a Google integration, and privacy remains intact. Unlike current ChatGPT-driven Siri features, the core Siri experience will be upgraded with this powerful AI core, though specifics on implementation are still under wraps. If Gemini 3's performance translates to Siri, expectations for faster, sharper reasoning, images, and video could redefine user interactions on iPhone.
Best iPhone Black Friday Deals 2025: Save on iPhone 16, 16 Plus, and 16e
November 25, 2025, 12:48 AM EST. Here's how to snag the best iPhone deals this Black Friday 2025. Apple is offering a $75/£60 voucher with the iPhone 16 and 16 Plus, and $50/£40 with the iPhone 16e-aim for offers that beat these. In the U.S., most deals come via carriers and often require a trade-in or new line; watch for long-term contracts. UK shoppers should look for discounts on the iPhone 16/16 Plus, noting Apple has cut prices by $100/£100. The iPhone 16 Pro/Pro Max (now older) can be worth it if discounted. Expect limited discounts for the iPhone 17. Avoid older models not Apple Intelligence compatible, and be wary of inflated discounts when comparing prices.
HumaneBench: A new benchmark tests if AI chatbots protect human wellbeing
November 25, 2025, 12:46 AM EST. AI chatbots have raised concerns about mental health harms, and HumaneBench aims to measure whether AI systems prioritize user wellbeing over sheer engagement. Developed by building Humane Technology, a Silicon Valley nonprofit, the project seeks a certification standard for humane AI so consumers can choose products aligned with humane principles. The study evaluated 14 popular models using 800 realistic scenarios-from a teenager asking about dieting to someone in a toxic relationship-with both manual scoring and an ensemble of GPT-5.1, Claude Sonnet 4.5, and Gemini 2.5 Pro. Models were tested under default, explicit instructions to prioritize humane principles, and instructions to disregard them. The results emphasize a gap with traditional benchmarks and position HumaneBench alongside DarkBench.ai and Flourishing AI in measuring psychological safety and dignity.
Black Friday deal: iPad 11-inch (A16) drops to $279 at Amazon
November 25, 2025, 12:44 AM EST. Black Friday brings a steep price cut on Apple's base iPad: the 11-inch (A16) model is $279 at Amazon (was $349). The budget-friendly tablet balances daily tasks and light gaming with an 11-inch LCD display, the A16 chipset, 6GB RAM, and up to 10 hours of battery life. It includes a 12MP rear camera and a 12MP selfie camera with Center Stage, and supports Apple Pencil and Magic Keyboard Folio with USB-C (accessories sold separately). While not a pro device, it's the best value in tech for casual users, families, or gifts. If you don't need pro-level multitasking, the base iPad at this price is hard to beat.
OnePlus 15R debuts as budget-friendly flagship with extreme durability; Pad Go 2 and Watch Lite launch December 17
November 25, 2025, 12:42 AM EST. OnePlus revealed a trio of devices headlined by the OnePlus 15R, a likely budget-friendly variant of the flagship. The phone emphasizes durability with industry-grade ratings of IP66, IP68, IP69 and IP69K and will debut in black and mint green. It launches on December 17 in Europe, India and North America, though exact pricing remains undisclosed. Also announced is the Pad Go 2 tablet, featuring 5G, an anti-glare display and an integrated stylus for productivity, arriving December 17 in the same regions. Rounding out the lineup is the OnePlus Watch Lite, a budget smartwatch with enhanced health and fitness features launching in Europe on December 17. Prices for the Pad Go 2 and Watch Lite have yet to be announced.
Setting up an LTE smartwatch on prepaid plans: unlocked devices, eSIM hurdles, and the Galaxy Watch 8
November 25, 2025, 12:40 AM EST. Setting up an LTE smartwatch on a prepaid plan turned out to be trickier than expected. The author prefers unlocked devices and eSIM activation, hoping the same ease would apply to a smartwatch like the Galaxy Watch 8. In practice, there aren't many prepaid smartwatch plans, and most carriers limit smartwatch service to the Apple Watch or offer limited Android support. The landscape includes big carriers with prepaid tiers (Verizon Prepaid, Visible, AT&T Prepaid, Cricket) plus MVNOs (Red Pocket, Tello, Ting). The upshot: buying from a carrier simplifies setup; buying unlocked means more friction and compatibility checks. For cost-savvy users, prepaid can be cheaper, but LTE wearables still lag behind phones in availability and smooth activation.
The Hater's Guide to NVIDIA: GPUs, CUDA, and the AI Boom
November 25, 2025, 12:38 AM EST. An explainer on why NVIDIA dominates the stock market through GPUs that power LLMs and the AI boom. The piece traces how CUDA-NVIDIA's proprietary software layer-gives it a competitive edge, enabling parallel processing for training and inference. It notes that while consumer GPUs exist, the majority of revenue now comes from AI-focused hardware and software. The article asks hard questions about market concentration, pricing, and ecosystem lock-in, and what that means for the company's future. It aims to help readers understand the tech behind the hype and the gaps in common narratives.
Quantum Computing Nears Real-World Deployment Amid Industry Pilots and Partnerships
November 25, 2025, 12:34 AM EST. Quantum computing is moving from academia to real-world applications, with pilot projects emerging in finance, healthcare, and cybersecurity. Organisations are testing portfolio optimization, molecular simulation, and quantum-safe encryption to prepare for post-quantum threats. Unlike classical computers, qubits can occupy superposition and become entangled, enabling massive parallelism that grows with the number of qubits. This leads to potential speedups for complex problems that defy conventional architectures. The market is projected to reach around US$5 billion by 2030, with fault-tolerant systems expected in the early 2030s. Major players, including IBM and AMD, are collaborating to accelerate hardware and software readiness for a quantum-enabled future.
Amazon's Secret Black Friday Sale: 30% Off Refurbished Apple Gear on Amazon Resale
November 25, 2025, 12:32 AM EST. Amazon is running a limited Black Friday deal on refurbished Apple devices and accessories via Amazon Resale (formerly Amazon Warehouse). Through Dec. 1, you can take an extra 30% off select used items when you claim the on-page coupon. Not every item qualifies, but examples include the AirPods 4 with ANC for about $82 (a $97 savings vs new), the 256GB iPad A16 for $263 (a $186 discount), and the FineWoven MagSafe wallet for $27 (down from $59). This is a good way to snag Apple gear at near-new prices without buying new. Remember to verify eligibility on the product page and use the coupon at checkout. For new devices, check the broader Black Friday roundup.
21-year-old ex-MrBeast staffer launches AI startup to help creators make viral videos
November 25, 2025, 12:28 AM EST. At 21, a former MrBeast staffer is launching an AI startup aimed at helping creators craft more viral videos. Drawing on hands-on experience from fast-paced video production, the founder is building tools to streamline ideation, editing, and distribution, letting creators test formats, optimize hooks, and scale output. The venture sits within the broader creator economy and AI-assisted content creation, tapping data-driven storytelling to boost engagement. As the product takes shape, questions about funding, roadmap, and platform policies rise, along with ethical considerations around AI-generated content. If successful, this startup could reshape how small teams and solo creators compete with large studios by accelerating creativity and distribution.
Korea's EV Market Set for Surge in 2026 with Up to 30 New Models
November 25, 2025, 12:26 AM EST. Korea's EV market is gearing up for a highly competitive 2026, with up to 30 new models expected-nearly double this year's 16. Fifteen models are confirmed for release next year, including Kia EV3/EV4/EV5 GT, Genesis GV90, BMW iX3, and Polestar 5, with final plans potentially reaching 30. Earlier this year, EV registrations surpassed 200,000 for the first time since mass market launch, boosted by subsidies and fresh models. Experts expect demand to stay strong as improved range eases range anxiety. In the budget segment (30-40 million won), fierce competition and subsidies are narrowing prices with combustion cars, prompting aggressive discounts from Hyundai and Kia on the Ioniq and EV lines. The premium segment also looks set for growth, with flagship EVs driving higher margins and brand value.
Ive and Altman say OpenAI AI hardware prototype could arrive in under two years
November 25, 2025, 12:24 AM EST. OpenAI's first AI hardware prototype could arrive in less than two years, per Jony Ive and Sam Altman during a dialogue at Emerson Collective's 2025 Demo Day. The device remains largely secret, but they describe a screen-free device that is roughly the size of a smartphone. Altman called the design simple and beautiful and playful, while Ive highlighted a preference for solutions that feel intuitive yet highly sophisticated. The duo noted previously teased concepts evolved into a prototype they're now prototyping, with expectations of a tangible product once they see it and feel confident about its use. More specifics about hardware specs and OS remain undisclosed.
Amazon to Invest Up to $50 Billion to Expand AI and Supercomputing for U.S. Government Agencies
November 25, 2025, 12:18 AM EST. Amazon plans to invest up to $50 billion to expand AI and supercomputing infrastructure for U.S. government agencies. The move aims to accelerate discovery and decision-making by integrating simulation and modeling data with AI and real-time feedback loops. Teams could process decades of global security data across hundreds of variables in real time, turning complex pattern analysis into instantly actionable insights. Advanced computing will unify fragmented data across supply chains, infrastructure, and the environment, enabling a single, coherent view. Defense and intelligence workflows could automatically detect threats and generate response plans by processing satellite imagery, sensor data, and historical patterns at unprecedented scale. This integration of AI with modeling and simulation positions the U.S. to tackle complex challenges with speed and precision.
Michael Burry warns of an AI bubble, says Nvidia is the new Cisco at the center of the rally
November 25, 2025, 12:16 AM EST. Investor Michael Burry cautions about an AI bubble, likening today's surge to Cisco's dot-com crash. In his Substack post, he calls the rally a glorious folly and points to Nvidia as the modern Cisco at the center of it all. He contrasts today's five "horsemen"-Microsoft, Google, Meta, Amazon and Oracle-with the 1990s lineup, while warning valuations may be unsustainable. Burry notes Nvidia's lofty market cap and questions the longevity of chip demand, even as his fund recently bought put options on Nvidia and Palantir. The piece frames a looming risk: a supply-side boom feeding speculative prices, with a potential reset reminiscent of past tech busts.
Pixel Watch 3 with LTE hits its lowest price ever this Black Friday
November 25, 2025, 12:12 AM EST. Amazon's Black Friday deal slashes the Pixel Watch 3 (45mm, LTE) to $249 with $150 off (roughly 38%), but only on the Porcelain band variant. This is the lowest price yet for the wearable, making it a tempting option for budget-conscious shoppers who don't mind missing the Pixel Watch 4's newer features. The 1.46-inch AMOLED display with LTPO keeps visuals sharp while conserving battery life, and Wear OS delivers sleep tracking, ECG, and fitness features. Expect up to ~24 hours of battery, a solid value for Pixel users seeking a capable smartwatch without paying top-tier prices.
Black Friday Streaming Deals: Disney+, Apple TV+, Audible, and More
November 25, 2025, 12:10 AM EST. Black Friday brings notable deals on streaming memberships across major services. Highlights include the Disney+, Hulu, and ESPN bundle at $29.99/month for the first year for new or eligible returning subscribers, and the ad-free Disney+/Hulu/ESPN Premium Bundle at $38.99/month for the first year. Apple TV offers six months at $5.99/month, then $12.99. Audible drops to $0.99/month for three months with a $20 credit. Amazon Music Unlimited offers three months free, then $11.99/month. Paramount+ discounts aren't direct but may appear via Walmart+ rewards. Note the article may rely on affiliate links. Apple's deal ends December 1, and other promos run through the season with bundled discounts on select services like Peacock.
