Grubhub parent acquires restaurant rewards startup Claim |

Grubhub parent company, Wonder, announced that it has acquired Claim, a restaurant rewards app. Founded in 2021, Claim offers cash-back rewards for local restaurants that…

TikTok quietly launches a microdrama app called 'PineDrama' |

1:11 PM PST · January 16, 2026 TikTok has quietly released a new stand-alone short drama app called PineDrama in the U.S. and Brazil. The…

YouTube relaxes monetization guidelines for some controversial topics |

7:56 AM PST · January 16, 2026 YouTube is updating its advertiser-friendly content guidelines to allow more videos on controversial issues to earn full ad…

Apple launches 'Creator Studio' bundle of apps for $12.99 per month |

Apple is launching a new Creator Studio subscription bundle that offers access to six creative apps as well as premium content in iWork apps, the…

WhatsApp rolls out new group chat features, including member tags |

In Brief Posted: 7:31 AM PST · January 7, 2026 WhatsApp on Wednesday said it’s rolling out new features to group chats, including member tags,…

A guide to choosing the right Apple Watch |

12:00 PM PST · December 28, 2025 This year, Apple released three new Apple Watch models: the Apple Watch Series 11, Apple Watch SE 3,…

The best distraction blockers to jumpstart your focus in the new year |

If you’re someone who struggles to stay on task or simply want to boost your productivity as the new year approaches, there are several apps…

Instacart to pay $60M to settle FTC claims it deceived consumers |

1:07 PM PST · December 18, 2025 Instacart will pay $60 million in refunds to settle allegations by the U.S. Federal Trade Commission that it…

Disney's OpenAI deal is exclusive for just one year — then it's open season |

In Brief Posted: 2:17 PM PST · December 15, 2025 Disney’s three-year licensing partnership with OpenAI includes just one of exclusivity, Disney CEO Bob Iger…

Snapchat rolls out its end-of-year Recaps |

7:13 AM PST · December 15, 2025 Snapchat announced on Monday that its end-of-year Recaps are rolling out to users, giving them a look back…