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Kate Irwin

Reporter

Kate Irwin

I’m a reporter covering early morning news. Prior to joining PCMag in 2024, I was a reporter and producer at Decrypt and launched its gaming vertical, GG. I have previous bylines with Input, Game Rant, and Dot Esports. I’ve been a PC gamer since The Sims (yes, the original). In 2020, I finally built my first PC with a 3090 graphics card, but also regularly use Mac and iOS devices as well. As a reporter, I’m passionate about uncovering scoops and documenting the wide world of tech and how it affects our daily lives.

Recent Articles by Kate Irwin

Adobe Sparks Backlash Over AI Terms That Let It 'Access, View Your Content'

Filmmakers condemn Adobe's latest terms of use update, which 'may analyze your content...to improve our Services and Software.' Those who don't accept may be locked out of their accounts.

By Kate Irwin
Laptop screen with Adobe Creative Cloud homepage open in a browser window, showing Lightroom app and other app options as well as a left-side menu sidebar to manage Adobe plans and view pricing.

FBI Retrieves 7,000+ Lockbit Ransomware Decryption Keys

The FBI's cyber assistant director reveals that feds have secured more Lockbit decryption keys to help victims regain their stolen data.

By Kate Irwin
computer code on a black computer screen with the word 'Ransomware' in the middle.

Humane AI Pin's Charging Case Is a Fire Hazard, Company Warns

Humane tells its customers to 'immediately' stop using the wearable AI pin's charging case because of a battery fire risk.

By Kate Irwin
Black square Humane AI pin. It is thin, slightly curved, resembling a small tile. It stands on a metal stand with purple lighting in the background.

Facebook Is a Hub for Animal Torture Videos, Where Crypto Buys Cruelty

An animal welfare group protests outside Meta's headquarters over its failure to remove monkey torture videos, some of which are commissioned by buyers on Telegram.

By Kate Irwin
Silhouette of a man holding up a smartphone with Facebook name logo in background.

FCC Investigates 'Nationwide Issue' That Caused Another AT&T Outage

The FCC looks into a telecoms outage where AT&T users were suddenly unable to make calls to carriers like Verizon on Tuesday. AT&T says it's since resolved the issue.

By Kate Irwin
AT&T name text and blue globe logo as a 3D sign outside a beige storefront building with a black awning below.