In an unexpected turn of events, Meta's social media platform Threads has reached 500 million monthly users, putting it neck-and-neck with Elon Musk's X. This growth comes as a surprise given the app's earlier lukewarm reception and its niche-focused user base.

Meanwhile, the Trump-branded T1 phone is finally hitting shelves after months of delays, offering a blend of familiar features in a tech landscape increasingly obsessed with artificial intelligence.

The political climate isn't any calmer; in Maine, Democratic nominee Graham Platner is facing intense scrutiny and calls to step down amid allegations of sexual abuse. The rapidly unfolding crisis has raised questions about the integrity of the election process.