YouTube adds new podcast features, including an AI recommendation tool and ‘Auto speed’ YouTube announced on Thursday it’s introducing new podcast features for Premium users, including an AI-powered recommendation tool, an “Auto speed” setting, and a new on-the-go listening mode. The update signals YouTube’s ongoing efforts to compete with other platforms for podcast audiences, especially as...

Apple Needs a Next-Gen Siri at WWDC to Power Its Future Devices Commentary: Glasses, camera-enabled AirPods, a pendant and perhaps major Apple Watch updates all need a Gemini-powered AI revamp that isn't here yet. WWDC should be where that journey begins. Scott Stein Editor at Large I started with CNET reviewing laptops in 2009. Now I explore wearable tech, VR/AR, tablets,...

Benn Jordan longs for the days of tech that didn’t spy on youBenn Jordan may have initially gained notoriety for his music as Flashbulb and later, reviewing synths and effects pedals on YouTube under Benn and Gear. But about five years ago, Benn decided to take his YouTube channel in a different direction. He didn’t stop covering music gear overnight, but as time progressed, his channel became...

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to meet with Trump at the White House President Trump and Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu will meet Wednesday. The meeting comes at a critical moment for negotiations between the U.S. and Iran.

Oil prices edge higher after strikes on Israel test ceasefire8 minutes agoOsmond ChiaBusiness reporterAFP via Getty ImagesOil prices climbed on Monday morning trade in Asia after Iran fired missiles at Israel for the first time since a fragile ceasefire was agreed between the countries and the US in April.The price of the global benchmark Brent jumped by 2.6% to $95.50 (£71.60) a barrel, while...