Top tech headlines from BBC Technology, TechRadar and Ars Technica in the last 24 hours.
BBC Technology
- GTA 6 will cost $80 - and physical edition will not contain a disc
Rockstar has said physical copies of the game will contain a code for a digital download for the game.Wed, 24 Jun 2026 11:35:14 GMT
- Google's YouTube settles social media addiction case with teen
The 15-year-old plaintiff's case against three other tech giants begins next month.Tue, 23 Jun 2026 23:39:55 GMT
- Tech Life
We're at one of Europe's biggest tech events.Tue, 23 Jun 2026 20:00:00 GMT
- Meta halts worker tracking for AI training due to privacy fears
The company had started just two months ago tracking workers’ computer usage for AI training data.Tue, 23 Jun 2026 17:51:30 GMT
- Millions in UK could claim share of £3bn after Apple case given green light
Apple rejected the suggestion its practices are anti-competitive, saying many customers rely on third-party alternatives.Tue, 23 Jun 2026 15:01:40 GMT
TechRadar Tech
- I was struggling in the summer heat until my gaming chair’s fans saved me — and with these Prime Day deals you too can sit in chilled bliss
Have you tried a gaming chair with in-built cooling? Because you absolutely should while these Prime Day deals are live.Wed, 24 Jun 2026 12:22:04 +0000
- Just starting a vinyl record collection? Don't ruin your music with a suitcase-style turntable! Get this entry-level option from Sony instead and give your vinyl some TLC
If I were to start my vinyl record journey again, this is the entry-level turntable I'd get for its connectivity features and upfront audio.Wed, 24 Jun 2026 12:15:12 +0000
- 'Organised crime operating like a tech startup': EvilToken PHaaS group ramp up AI-enabled attacks by 1,380% in 2026
AI is used for more than just scaling - it enabled personalization at an unprecedented level.Wed, 24 Jun 2026 12:15:00 +0000
- I made a massive mistake when buying Red Dead Redemption 2 — Here's how to avoid the same trap with GTA 6
Don't make my mistake when buying Grand Theft Auto 6.Wed, 24 Jun 2026 12:09:52 +0000
- MacPaw brings its 'privacy-first' ClearVPN to the biggest screen in your house
MacPaw's ClearVPN has officially launched on Apple TV and Android TV, promising effortless privacy and global content access without the frustration of typing passwords on a remote control.Wed, 24 Jun 2026 12:00:00 +0000
- Star Fox isn’t the most exciting remake, but it’s still a fun time
Star Fox is an enjoyable remake given its strong foundations, but it’s undeniably short and lacking in new content.Wed, 24 Jun 2026 12:00:00 +0000
- ‘A nightmare for repairability’: Early Google Home Speaker unboxing reveals design choice that many users won't be happy with
According to an early look at the new Google Home Speaker, there's a controversial choice regarding the power cable.Wed, 24 Jun 2026 11:34:52 +0000
- I'm a trained barista, and these are the top 5 Nespresso machines I'd recommend to anyone — all with Prime Day savings
Making great espresso doesn't have to be a hassle — I've hand-picked my five top Nespresso machines, all of which are going cheap for Amazon Prime Day.Wed, 24 Jun 2026 11:30:26 +0000
- Best Buy's rival Prime Day sale is slashing best-selling Fitbits — shop my favorite top-rated models from $79.95
Best Buy's rival Prime Day sale is slashing prices on top-rated Fitbit models, and I'm rounding up the best deals on activity trackers and smartwatches, from $79.99.Wed, 24 Jun 2026 11:30:00 +0000
- GTA 6 physical copies have a download code in the box and fans aren't happy — 'The biggest game to ever launch and that’s all the effort you’re putting in for physical?'
Physical copies of Grand Theft Auto 6 won't include a disc; instead, they'll come with a download code, and some fans aren't too happy.Wed, 24 Jun 2026 11:27:20 +0000
- Sony’s new 64MP sensor could be a game-changer for telephoto cameras
Sony's new LYTIA 610 sensor could boost the image quality of telephoto shots, and also allows for 4K 120fps video recording.Wed, 24 Jun 2026 11:22:51 +0000
- Love an air fryer just as much as I do? Here are 9 air fryer Prime Day deals I think you should check out, especially if you think you're overdue an upgrade
Upgrading to an air fryer? Here are 9 deals I think you should check out this Prime Day.Wed, 24 Jun 2026 11:21:01 +0000
- An Apple Siri mystery has been solved by an audio engineer — spectrogram reveals how Apple stopped voice assistant setting off millions of iPhones and HomePods during its WWDC 2026 event
An engineer has shown why Apple’s presenters don’t set of Siri on your iPhone during events.Wed, 24 Jun 2026 11:14:49 +0000
- Meta announces 'end-to-end' suite of AI advertising and marketing tools, and the ROI so far is staggering
Advertisers will only need to provide the context and guidance – Meta's end-to-end platform will now take care of the rest.Wed, 24 Jun 2026 11:10:00 +0000
- A24's The Drama finally has a streaming release on HBO Max — here's the date you need to save for the black-comedy movie
The Drama is coming to HBO Max, so you can finally watch it at home. Here's what you need to know.Wed, 24 Jun 2026 10:53:22 +0000
- GTA 6 pre-orders go live at midnight local time as Rockstar unveils the Ultimate Edition that 'amplifies' the experience with exclusive items
The Standard Edition will cost $79.99Wed, 24 Jun 2026 10:36:25 +0000
- We finally know the official GTA 6 price ahead of pre-orders — it's expensive, but not as bad as some expected
We now know how much Grand Theft Auto 6 will officially cost.Wed, 24 Jun 2026 10:33:12 +0000
- Why enterprises need to rethink data in the AI era
If data is the new oil, why are we worrying about the same old problems?Wed, 24 Jun 2026 10:33:08 +0000
- Focal just unveiled a stunning-looking in-car SUV audio system with 14 speakers, a 'Power Flower' subwoofer and 690W amplification
Focal has teamed up with DS Automobiles to create an accomplished-looking audio set-up for an electric SUV.Wed, 24 Jun 2026 10:32:15 +0000
- LastPass confirms data breach after hacker compromises supply chain — here's what we know
Plenty of personal data obtained, but passwords seem to be safe.Wed, 24 Jun 2026 10:12:32 +0000
Ars Technica Technology
- White House drastically shortens deadline for dropping quantum-vulnerable crypto
Order warns of national security risks if post-quantum cryptography isn't adopted in time.Tue, 23 Jun 2026 22:30:57 +0000
- US's climate.gov site, taken down by Trump, relaunched by nonprofit
Climate.us has now restored everything taken down by the government.Tue, 23 Jun 2026 22:07:56 +0000
- Odd police video shows drone removing knife from motionless suspect
Promo video comes as more US police departments fly drones as first responders.Tue, 23 Jun 2026 20:43:42 +0000
- Oracle’s 21,000 layoffs help drive its debt-fueled AI investments
Oracle is spending billions on data center infrastructure to support AI.Tue, 23 Jun 2026 20:17:38 +0000
- A curious crossover: The Toyota C-HR review
Although it's on the smaller side, this electric vehicle is not very chill.Tue, 23 Jun 2026 18:19:50 +0000
- ABC asks viewers to protest FCC attempt to "control who is allowed" on The View
"The FCC wants to control who is allowed on the show," ABC ad tells viewers.Tue, 23 Jun 2026 17:59:40 +0000
- Early land animals skipped the tadpole phase
Current amphibian development may not have been typical of early land vertebrates.Tue, 23 Jun 2026 17:49:09 +0000
- Trump may be mystery patient in odd case of 79yo getting experimental obesity drug
White House spokesperson denied it was Trump only after story was published.Tue, 23 Jun 2026 16:16:54 +0000
- Everyone pays the price as patent holders on seeds stifle innovation
The US is one of a handful of countries that allow patents on plant varieties.Tue, 23 Jun 2026 13:59:25 +0000
- Sony releases trailer for Taika Waititi's Klara and the Sun
Tonally, the trailer gives strong vibes akin to the director's 2016 feature Hunt for the Wilderpeople.Tue, 23 Jun 2026 13:55:14 +0000
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