In his Thursday ruling, Judge Davis referenced the family tree of modern surveillance case-law, noting that a 1983 Supreme Court case (Knotts v. United States) found that there is no “reasonable expectation of privacy” when traveling on a public road. That 1983 case, which centered on a radio transmitter that enabled law enforcement to follow … Read more
I am not, by any definition, a coder, but when I started seeing people’s vibe-coded smart home projects all over my social feeds this month, I was intrigued. From a “master command center” built on a Lutron system to AI controlling a smart oven, people were unleashing AI in their smart homes, using Claude Code … Read more
Unlock the Editor’s Digest for free Roula Khalaf, Editor of the FT, selects her favourite stories in this weekly newsletter. This article is an on-site version of our Unhedged newsletter. Premium subscribers can sign up here to get the newsletter delivered every weekday. Standard subscribers can upgrade to Premium here, or explore all FT newsletters … Read more
Focus Features is releasing the Working Title and StudioCanal movie Pressure on May 29, ahead of the annual D-Day day of remembrance, setting the stage for a major theatrical event tied to one of the most consequential moments in modern history. Featuring an all-star ensemble led by Andrew Scott, Brendan Fraser, Kerry Condon, Chris Messina … Read more
If past timing is any indication, Samsung is likely to hold its next Unpacked event in late February. However, we’re not expecting the company to shake up its earbuds lineup until the summer — the winter keynote is typically reserved for smartphone announcements — which makes today’s discount on the Galaxy Buds FE far more … Read more
When you need a moment to yourself, how do you decompress? For many people these days, the answer to that question is “sauna.” Whether it’s hopping in a traditional sauna, or going for a more high-tech infrared sauna sesh, the benefits of sauna use are well documented. “Beyond the immediate feeling of calm, regular sauna … Read more
Bitcoin pulled back from its intraday highs after the US Federal Reserve declined to cut interest rates, but futures market data suggests traders may attempt to seize the short liquidity in BTC’s $93,500 range. Bitcoin (BTC) staged a quick rally to $90,600 on Wednesday, but the gains evaporated as the US Federal Reserve decision to … Read more
Did your hair move much in 2025? Mine sure didn’t. In 2026, I’m changing that. I want hair that bounces to the beat on a dance floor again, even if it’s just a single “champagne-flute” shaped wavy bang swinging in front of my eyes. After an extended bob-era, full of cold dollops of hair gel … Read more
Crypto-backed political action committees (PACs) are gearing up for the 2026 US midterm elections, with industry-funded groups signaling plans to expand their influence as debates over digital asset regulation intensify on Capitol Hill. Fairshake, the cryptocurrency industry-backed PAC, disclosed on Wednesday holding $193 million in cash on hand ahead of this year’s US midterm elections. … Read more
Let the Jimmying continue! Apple TV’s Jason Segel and Harrison Ford-led dramedy “Shrinking” returned Wednesday with a one-hour premiere that set up some major changes for the gang, for better and for worse. On a positive note, Alice is preparing to fly out to Connecticut for soccer training and college, which definitely fits the season’s aforementioned … Read more