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Sony's failed lawsuit against Internet piracy may set a precedent that makes it more difficult for other copyright holders to win similar cases in court. The lawsuit, which was filed by Sony Music Entertainment, was dismissed by a US court due to a lack of evidence that the defendants had engaged in copyright infringement. This ruling may be seen as a setback for copyright holders who are trying to combat online piracy.
A data center in the US has been found to have consumed 30 million gallons of water over several months without anyone noticing. The facility, which uses artificial intelligence and other advanced technologies, is located in a region with limited water resources.
Passengers from a ship with a hantavirus outbreak have arrived in the US, with three individuals being placed in biocontainment. The ship, which was carrying a group of travelers, was quarantined after several people on board tested positive for the virus.
SpaceX's Starlink satellite internet service has shut down a feature that allowed researchers to use GPS-style signals to test the system's vulnerability to spoofing. The feature, which was intended for research purposes, allowed users to send fake GPS signals to Starlink satellites, potentially allowing them to manipulate the system's navigation and control. Despite the shutdown, researchers may still be able to unlock the feature through other means.
Apple has released updates for its operating systems, including iOS 26.5, macOS 26.5, and iPadOS 26.5. The updates bring several new features, including encrypted RCS messaging, which allows users to send secure messages over the internet.
Samsung is facing a lawsuit alleging that the company made a "mockery" of singer Dua Lipa by using her picture on TV boxes without her permission. The lawsuit claims that Samsung's use of Lipa's image was unauthorized and caused her harm.
Pirates have already begun playing Forza Horizon 6, six days before its official launch. The game's early release has been confirmed by various sources, with some players reportedly accessing the game through pirated copies. Microsoft, the game's developer, has not commented on the issue.
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