Wednesday 28 October 2026

Is Ars Technica biased? Our lean rating

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Coverage in the last 30 days

Recent stories with Ars Technica

World · Ukraine · 3 h ago

Ukraine regains full Starlink access after speed restrictions

Ukraine's military has restored full functionality of Starlink satellite links for drones and fast-moving equipment after a week of restricted speeds. The slowdown had hampered defense operations, particularly against Russian drone and missile attacks.

Technology · United States · 3 h ago

Apple unveils first touchscreen MacBook Pro with OLED display

Apple introduced its first touchscreen MacBook Pro with an OLED display at a recent event. The device starts at $2,899 and features a new touch interface, marking a significant shift in the company's laptop design.

Blindspot: few right-leaning outlets cover this

Technology · United States · 3 h ago

Anthropic files for massive IPO amid AI growth and risk concerns

Anthropic filed paperwork to go public in what could be one of the largest stock market debuts in history. The move highlights the rapid growth of AI companies and raises concerns about risks tied to autonomous systems and financial sustainability.

Business · United States · 5 h ago

Elon Musk explores merging Tesla and SpaceX

Elon Musk has proposed merging his companies Tesla and SpaceX, citing strategic benefits amid AI and space ambitions. The potential deal, which requires shareholder approval, could reshape major tech and aerospace sectors.

Politics · United States · 6 h ago

CFTC sues Utah over ban on prediction markets

The Commodity Futures Trading Commission sued Utah to block enforcement of state gambling laws against prediction markets. The legal action highlights growing conflict between federal regulators and state governments over the regulation of financial prediction platforms.

Technology · United States · 8 h ago

Amazon unveils new Echo devices including smart clock and photo frame

Amazon introduced a range of new Echo-related hardware, including a smart clock with sleep sensing, a large smart display, and an upgraded speaker with a camera. The launches reflect a shift toward focused, individual product reveals rather than a single major event.

Politics · United States · 8 h ago

Alexandria to remove Flock AI cameras amid community backlash

Alexandria, Virginia, will deactivate Flock Safety's AI-powered license plate cameras and remove them by December due to council and community opposition. The move reflects growing concerns over surveillance technology and privacy in public spaces.

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