Motorola’s Latest Razr Phones Are All In on AI

Perplexity? Gemini? Copilot? The Razr Ultra will have it all optimized for its flippy, folding screen.

Gmail’s New Encrypted Messages Feature Opens a Door for Scams

Google is rolling out an end-to-end encrypted email feature for business customers, but it could spawn phishing attacks, particularly in non-Gmail inboxes.

Scientists Find Measles Likely To Become Endemic in the US Over Next 20 Years

A new study forecasts more than 850,000 measles cases over the next 25 years if US vaccination rates stay the same. Millions of infections are possible if rates drop.

‘Who Is DOGE?’ Has Become a Metaphysical Question

The acting head of the General Services Administration says it has no DOGE team. It merely lists at least a half-dozen DOGE affiliates on payroll and has a section of its building for DOGE use only.

The Real Winners of the Trump Memecoin Feeding Frenzy

Donald Trump will attend a dinner with the largest holders of his own-brand crypto coin, sending its price through the roof. But the real profits have already been made just out of view.

Protecting Your Phone—and Your Privacy—at the US Border

In this episode of Uncanny Valley, our hosts explain how to prepare for travel to and from the United States—and how to stay safe.

Slate Auto’s $25K Electric Pickup Is Here: Pricing, Specs, Range, Release Date

The modestly priced EV pickup goes 150 miles on a charge and is infinitely customizable. Deliveries start next year.

In a Boon for Tesla, Feds Weaken Rules for Reporting on Self-Driving

A new autonomous vehicle framework would also make it easier for Tesla and other companies to research domestically made self-driving cars that don’t meet all federal safety standards.

Behold the Social Security Administration’s AI Training Video

Social Security workers are being asked to use an AI chatbot. An animated video on how to do so failed to mention that the chatbot can’t be trusted with personally identifiable information.

Best Open Earbuds, Tested and Reviewed (2025): Bose and More

These wireless earbuds with an “open” design let you zone out to your music while also keeping you aware of your surroundings.