U.S. to reinstate Hormuz blockade. And, states sue over Paramount-Warner deal Good morning. You're reading the Up First newsletter. Subscribe here to get it delivered to your inbox, and listen to the Up First podcast for all the news you need to start your day. Today's top stories President Trump announced yesterday that the U.S. would reimpose a blockade on...

I'm a Pro Photographer, and Oppo's Find X9 Ultra Is a Stunning Camera PhoneWe're in a golden age of phone cameras. Earlier this year I awarded Xiaomi and Leica's Leitzphone an Editors' Choice award for its stunning camera performance and now here's Oppo's Find X9 Ultra, which is similarly targeted at serious photographers who demand the best.  Made in partnership with iconic camera-maker...

Anthropic Says Its New AI Model Is So Good at Finding Security Risks, You Can't Use It Why You Can Trust CNET Our expert, award-winning staff selects the products we cover and rigorously researches and tests our top picks. If you buy through our links, we may get a commission. Reviews ethics statement With its new Claude Mythos Preview model, the company is pulling together tech...

China is piling pressure on Japan's Sanae Takaichi. Will it work?China is hitting Japan where it hurts. Will PM Takaichi give in?Tessa WongAsia Digital ReporterAFP via Getty ImagesAnalysts say Takaichi's huge win at the recent election has given her political capital to stand firm against ChinaLast month at Tokyo's Ueno Zoo, after receiving thousands of tearful goodbyes from Japanese fans, Xiao...

Stop Children From Taking and Sharing Nudes, UK Prime Minister Tells Tech Companies Keir Starmer is reportedly also on the brink of banning social media for children under 16, just as Australia has done. Katie Collins Principal Writer Katie is a UK-based news reporter and features writer. Officially, she is CNET's European correspondent, covering tech policy and Big Tech in the...