TikTok launches TikTok Pro Events, an app for cultural moments like the FIFA World Cup
The app allows users to engage with other fans, explore trending videos, and access curated creator feeds.
Google rolls out fake call detection to protect against AI deepfake impersonation scams
As people increasingly refuse to answer calls from unknown numbers, scammers are shifting their tactics by spoofing trusted phone numbers and using AI deepfake technology to sound like authority figures, family members, or employers.
Meta tests ‘Series’ for episodic Reels on Instagram and Facebook
Meta told TechCrunch that it’s considering ways to monetize the new feature, but didn’t share specifics on what that could look like.
Amazon Prime Day 2026 takes place June 23-26
Groceries and household essentials will be a main focus of this year’s deals event.
This $300 pizza oven can easily help elevate your summer pizza nights
The Ninja Artisan Outdoor Pizza Oven is aimed at people who want delicious pizza nights without having to deal with things like propane or wood pellets, unlike many other pizza ovens.
TikTok’s road to becoming a super app
TikTok may be working to become the app that people use for most of their digital activities.
YouTube adds new podcast features, including an AI recommendation tool and ‘Auto speed’
The update signals YouTube’s ongoing efforts to compete with other platforms for podcast audiences.
Oura unveils its Ring 5 with a thinner, lighter design starting at $399
The ring is 40% smaller than its predecessor, and comes with more accurate sensing, enhanced battery life, and more.
Meta quietly launches a new Reddit-like app called Forum
The company describes the app as a “dedicated space built for deeper discussions, real answers and communities you care about.”
Maka Kids is redefining kids’ screen time with a streaming app optimized for well-being, not engagement
Maka Kids is building a streaming app for children ages zero to six featuring content designed for healthy development. The startup has now raised $3 million in seed funding to scale its platform.