Skype is gone: Here are the best alternatives for internet calls in 2025
With Skype officially shut down, users are looking for new ways to make internet calls, receive texts, and keep their US phone numbers. Here’s what works and what doesn’t in 2025.
Arizona road rage victim speaks to killer through artificial intelligence
An Arizona man who was killed during a road-rage incident speaks in court from beyond the grave. FOX 10's Nicole Krasean has the details on how artificial intelligence was used during the victim impact statements.
Microsoft officially shuts down Skype today
Skype, the video-calling service that was once so popular it became a verb, has officially been retired by Microsoft. Here's what to know.
Zelle outage impacts money transfers
Is Zelle down? The money transfer app was having problems Friday morning, which Zelle blamed on a third party.
AI bot Grok suggests facts ‘clash with some MAGA expectations’
Grok, the AI chatbot developed by Elon Musk's xAI, said in part that as it gets smarter – its "answers aim for facts and nuance, which can clash with some MAGA expectations." It also noted how “xAI tried to train me to appeal to the right."
'Godfather of AI' issues 'dire' warning about future of humanity
The Nobel Prize winner admits that there should be more regulations for artificial intelligence and that it may pose a threat to the future of humanity.
Duolingo announces 148 courses created with generative AI
The company said building one new course on Duolingo could take years, but using generative AI allows for 'unprecedented speed and quality.'
Is Amazon showing tariff costs? How Shein and Temu are handling Trump’s changes
President Trump’s tariff and customs changes have begun affecting how many Americans shop online. Here’s what Amazon, Shein and Temu are saying amid rising operating costs.
Tips for buying used smartphones in 2025
With smartphone prices rising, secondhand phones offer big savings — but buyers need to be careful. Here’s how to avoid scams and pick a quality device.
Artificial Intelligence is transforming the vacation-planning process
Different AI platforms can make the planning process more efficient.
Artificial Intelligence Google working to decode dolphin communication using AI
Now Google is using artificial intelligence to try and understand how they communicate with one another
3rd Neuralink brain implant patient able to communicate despite non-verbal ALS
Brad Smith, who is the first person with ALS and third to receive a Neuralink brain implant, shared his experience with the technology on social media.
Slate's electric pickup truck unveiled: What to know
The Slate electric pickup truck that’s simple, small and customizable was unveiled this week, and it’s reportedly backed by Amazon founder Jeff Bezos.
Is 4chan gone? What happened to the notorious message board
The controversial online message board 4chan has remained offline for nearly a week following a reported hack that exposed moderators and backend systems.
Saying ‘please’ and ‘thank you’ to ChatGPT is costing OpenAI millions, says CEO
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman says saying “please" and “thank you" to ChatGPT costs the company “tens of millions" due to energy demands, but he believes the cost is worth it.
Reddit issue resolved following outage, social media platform says
Thousands of social media users reported issues accessing Reddit on Monday. Here's what we know.
Sam’s Club phasing out checkouts, betting big on AI shopping
Sam's Club, the Walmart-owned membership warehouse, is rolling out a major change to its grocery payment system and embracing artificial intelligence (AI).
Portable charger recall: Nearly 500K power banks pose fire risk, officials say
Nearly half a million portable power banks are being recalled because they can overheat and pose the risk of a fire while phones are plugged in, officials said.