What a second Trump term means for ransomware: Carly Page speaks to cybersecurity experts about the Biden administration's efforts to crack down on ransomware and how a second Trump term might change things. Expect deregulation and reduced cybersecurity budgets — but it's worth noting that the federal cybersecurity agency CISA was created during Trump's first term. Read more
Tech for plant lovers: I like plants, but I need all the help I can get to stop murdering them. Thankfully, Brian Heater is rounding up some promising tech options — not just for me but also for genuine green thumbs — from planters to sensors to software subscriptions. Read more
Meet Botinkit's cooking robot: Botinkit's Omni looks less like a robot and more like a kitchen appliance, but it can cook anything you might normally cook in a wok, including stir-fries and stews. The Shenzhen-based startup says its technology can halve the human labor requirements of a commercial kitchen. Read more
The best gifts for frequent travelers: Frequent traveler Brian Heater (yes, him again) has thoughts about what to get friends and family who spend a lot of time on the road. Some of these gifts are extremely practical (AirTags), while others might bring a little joy and excitement to an interminable plane ride (Nintendo Switch Lite). Read more
