Almost Half of U.S. Workers Want to Switch Careers. Here’s What’s Stopping Them.
A survey of over 4,000 people found a widespread desire for career changes. AI and economic uncertainty are driving the urge to switch.
The Download: seafloor science and military chatbots
This is today’s edition of The Download, our weekday newsletter that provides a daily dose of what’s going on in the world of technology. Inexpensive seafloor-hopping submersibles could stoke deep-sea science—and mining Last week, two oblong neon submersibles started to descend nearly 6,000 meters into the Pacific Ocean. Throughout the rest of May, they will…
Amid new competition, Chrome speeds up its release schedule
Google Chrome will begin shipping new releases every two weeks in September, instead of monthly.
Audible launches a cheaper ‘Standard’ subscription plan, challenging Spotify
The new plan is $6 cheaper than the platform’s existing “Premium” plan, which costs $14.95 per month.
This Nostalgic Apple Product Is Making a Major Comeback — and You Can Thank Gen Z For It
It first launched 25 years ago and was discontinued in 2022. Now it’s attracting a new generation of fans — many of whom weren’t even born when it debuted.
This Startup Claims It Can Stop Lightning. Scientists Have Questions.
Skyward Wildfire says it can prevent lightning using military chaff, but the research is dubious.
X begins testing standalone X Chat app on iOS
The new app promises a way to send and receive messages without being distracted by your timeline.
Apple unveils new MacBook Air and MacBook Pro with M5
These updated M5 chips were specifically designed to make the MacBook Air and MacBook Pro laptops better at handling intensive AI tasks.
The Conflict in the Middle East Could Sting at the Gas Pump. Here’s the Number to Watch.
The national average is still below $3, but experts warn that could change quickly.
The Rich Don’t Get Lucky — They Practice These 20 Entrepreneur Habits
Successful entrepreneurs use these 20 habits to transform ideas into lasting wealth.