Thursday, February 12, 2026 5:56 PM ET
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Russia blocks WhatsApp as it pushes state-backed alternative on citizens -- The messaging platform WhatsApp says Russia has "attempted to fully block" its service inside the country, "to drive people to a state-owned surveillance app."6 hours ago
How AI powered robots are helping small farms -- From labor shortages to environmental impacts, farmers are looking to AI to help revolutionize the agriculture industry. One California startup, Farm-ng, is tapping into the power of AI and robotics to perform a wide range of tasks, including seeding, weeding and harvesting.1 year ago
How did investigators recover Nancy Guthrie's doorbell footage? -- Many are questioning how Nancy Guthrie's Google Nest surveillance footage was recovered days after officials said it was disconnected with no active subscription to store video. -- Feb 1116 minutes ago
TikTok to launch local feed that taps users' geolocation data -- The social media platform changed its privacy policy last month, inviting users to allow it to track their specific location. -- Feb 115 hours ago
Smart home security tips for personal and cyber protection -- ZDNet Editor-in-Chief Jason Hiner explains best practices for setup and success of smart home security systems. -- Aug 25, 20223 years ago
Americans turn to AI for mental health advice -- Millions of Americans are turning to AI for emotional therapy. A report in JAMA found about 13% of young people use AI chatbots for mental health advice. Dr. Sue Varma, a board-certified psychiatrist, explains what to know about safety, privacy and ethical standard concerns.1 day ago
AI tech boom causes shortages -- The demands of the artificial intelligence boom may be causing shortages in other sectors that help boost the U.S. economy. Shira Ovide, a technology reporter for The Washington Post, joins CBS News with more.1 day ago
Social media companies face massive trial -- Opening statements began in a landmark trial against Google and Meta on the apparent harms of social media platforms. CBS News' Jo Ling Kent reports.2 days ago
Social media giants accused of "addicting the brains of children" as trial begins -- Instagram's parent company Meta and Google's YouTube dispute claims that their platforms deliberately addict and harm children. -- Feb 91 day ago
Trial over social media addiction in kids begins -- Opening statements began Monday in Los Angeles in a landmark trial over alleged social media addiction in children. CBS News correspondent Carter Evans has the details.2 days ago
OpenAI starts testing ads in free version of ChatGPT -- ChatGPT will clearly distinguish between ads and answers to user prompts on the AI platform, according to OpenAI. -- Feb 92 days ago
Super Bowl fans warned to leave drones at home amid flight ban -- The FAA says it is collaborating with the FBI to detect, track and assess unauthorized drone activity at the Super Bowl. -- Feb 73 days ago
Ukrainian military drone simulator adapted for video gamers in world first -- Gamers across the world can now recreate drone strikes in Ukraine from the comfort of their own home, with this newly released game. -- Feb 65 days ago
How will AI transform the workforce? -- CBS News business analyst Jill Schlesinger talks about how companies are using artificial intelligence, the discussion around the technology and how it's impacting the workforce.6 days ago