Technology

September 10, 2026

Australia Proposes a Law That Would Let Citizens Turn Off Social Media Algorithms

Many people would admit that they’re addicted to social media, and recent research shows that the more time we spend on our phones, the more depressed and anxious we become. Last year, Australia banned social media for under-16s in a bid to curb the issue. Now, the government is introducing a new draft for a Digital Duty of Care legislation. If passed, the bill would give Australians the right to switch off social media algorithms.

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August 19, 2026

Meet Beni, a Hi-Tech Camera Robot That Will Follow You Around Like an Eager Puppy

Smartphone gimbals. Traveling tripods. Instagram boyfriends. Those are a thing of the past with Beni, an all-terrain camera robot that can follow you around and capture your best moments—even when they involve a ton of movement. While this sounds like something out of science fiction, it’s real. And best of all, you can own your own Beni when you back Mondo Robotics’ already successful Kickstarter campaign.

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July 7, 2026

This Site Lets You Pretend To Order Food To Get That Dopamine Hit Without Spending Money

If you’ve ever filled up an online shopping cart or started a food order and found a little pleasure in that, only to close the tab without completing the purchase, you’re not alone. In fact, it’s such a common experience that people have created an alternative to real shopping apps known as “dopamine sites.” There, you can replicate the feeling of making and placing an order. However, without spending any money or getting anything delivered.

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