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Amanda Yeo

Amanda Yeo

Assistant Editor

Amanda Yeo is an Assistant Editor at Mashable, covering entertainment, culture, tech, science, and social good. Based in Australia, she writes about everything from video games and K-pop to movies and gadgets.

Amanda previously worked in refugee law to assist people seeking asylum in Australia, and holds degrees in both Communication and Laws. After making the switch to journalism, her articles have appeared in numerous publications such as Kotaku, Fandom, Cosmos, and Empire Magazine. Her fiction has also been published in several books, and her work performed by theatre companies such as the Australian Theatre for Young People.

By Amanda Yeo

6 of the coolest upcoming indie games at SXSW Sydney 2024
There are a ton of creative new games to look forward to.
By Amanda Yeo
6 of the coolest upcoming indie games at SXSW Sydney 2024
Google's AI Overview is rolling out worldwide
100 more countries are getting it.
By Amanda Yeo
Google's AI Overview is rolling out worldwide
Tesla’s surprise announcements: Robovan and Optimus
The Cybercab wasn't the only big reveal Elon Musk had on Thursday.
By Amanda Yeo
Tesla’s surprise announcements: Robovan and Optimus
Hurricane Milton is almost here. Here's how to get help evacuating.
Free shuttle buses and Uber rides are available to get you to safety.
By Amanda Yeo
Hurricane Milton is almost here. Here's how to get help evacuating.
How to view the Northern Lights in the U.S. this weekend
The spectacular natural light show will be visible in several states.
By Amanda Yeo
How to view the Northern Lights in the U.S. this weekend
The PlayStation Network is down now as well
It comes hot on the the heels of the massive Verizon outage.
By Amanda Yeo
The PlayStation Network is down now as well
Verizon's outage has now been fixed
Here's how to get your phone service back.
By Amanda Yeo
Verizon's outage has now been fixed
YouTube blocks Nirvana, Green Day, Adele and more amidst U.S. licensing dispute
Countless iconic tunes are no longer available on YouTube in the U.S.
By Amanda Yeo
YouTube blocks Nirvana, Green Day, Adele and more amidst U.S. licensing dispute
How to watch Meta Connect 2024
Catch the tech giant's latest announcements, which might include a new VR headset.
By Amanda Yeo
How to watch Meta Connect 2024
Kaspersky antivirus software uninstalls itself, installs different company's cybersecurity program
It's ironic considering cybersecurity software usually prevents unauthorised changes to your computer.
By Amanda Yeo
Kaspersky antivirus software uninstalls itself, installs different company's cybersecurity program
'Palworld' developer says it doesn't know why Nintendo is suing 'Pokémon with guns' game
This actually isn't as absurd as it sounds.
By Amanda Yeo
'Palworld' developer says it doesn't know why Nintendo is suing 'Pokémon with guns' game
'Pokémon with guns' game 'Palworld' hit with inevitable Nintendo lawsuit
Interestingly, it might have nothing to do with their creature designs.
By Amanda Yeo
'Pokémon with guns' game 'Palworld' hit with inevitable Nintendo lawsuit
'The Plucky Squire' review: A wholesome metatextual game for the young of heart
Simple, straightforward fun.
By Amanda Yeo
'The Plucky Squire' review: A wholesome metatextual game for the young of heart
All the winners from the 2024 Emmys
"Sho?gun" and "The Bear" both won big at the 76th Emmy Awards.
By Amanda Yeo
All the winners from the 2024 Emmys
Watch SpaceX's Polaris Dawn mission conduct the first all-civilian spacewalk in history
The crew will be testing SpaceX's new Extravehicular Activity (EVA) suit.
By Amanda Yeo
Watch SpaceX's Polaris Dawn mission conduct the first all-civilian spacewalk in history
What to expect from Apple event: Phone 16, Apple Watch 10, and more
What's being announced at the Sept. 9 'Glowtime' event?
By Amanda Yeo
What to expect from Apple event: Phone 16, Apple Watch 10, and more
TikTok viral Chase Bank money glitch is just bank fraud. Don't do it.
It is a crime.
By Amanda Yeo
TikTok viral Chase Bank money glitch is just bank fraud. Don't do it.
Telegram CEO arrested in investigation into criminal activity on platform
The privacy-focused messaging app has been accused of failing to address criminal activity via is relaxed moderation policies.
By Amanda Yeo
Telegram CEO arrested in investigation into criminal activity on platform
'Megalopolis' trailer pulled for using fake quotes from critics
Many have theorised that the fake quotes were generated using ChatGPT.
By Amanda Yeo
'Megalopolis' trailer pulled for using fake quotes from critics
FCC fines telecom $1 million over fake AI Biden robocalls
The deepfake calls told thousands across New Hampshire not to vote.
By Amanda Yeo
FCC fines telecom $1 million over fake AI Biden robocalls
How to view the aurora borealis in the U.S. tonight
The spectacular northern lights have lit up the sky across the country.
By Amanda Yeo
How to view the aurora borealis in the U.S. tonight
What to expect at Made by Google 2024: Pixel 9, Pixel 9 Pro XL and more
The next generation of Google Pixel phones is nearly here.
By Amanda Yeo
What to expect at Made by Google 2024: Pixel 9, Pixel 9 Pro XL and more
'The Crush House' review: A shallow reality TV show game with a dark twist
The "thirst-person shooter" struggles to capture the magic of trashy TV.
By Amanda Yeo
'The Crush House' review: A shallow reality TV show game with a dark twist
'Black Mirror'-like Friend companion has AI startup founders beefing
With Friends like these, who needs enemies?
By Amanda Yeo
'Black Mirror'-like Friend companion has AI startup founders beefing
'Star Wars Outlaws' preview: Fine but forgettable
If you're hoping for something with heart, readjust your expectations.
By Amanda Yeo
'Star Wars Outlaws' preview: Fine but forgettable
Over 7,200 former Meta employees' confidentiality agreements found unlawful
The tech giant is in hot water.
By Amanda Yeo
Over 7,200 former Meta employees' confidentiality agreements found unlawful
CrowdStrike outage 3 days later: Where does everything stand now?
A fix has been released, but it'll still take a while before systems recover.
By Amanda Yeo
CrowdStrike outage 3 days later: Where does everything stand now?
CrowdStrike announces Microsoft outage workaround. How to deal with the Blue Screen of Death.
Did you get a Blue Screen of Death in the global outage? Try this.
By Amanda Yeo
CrowdStrike announces Microsoft outage workaround. How to deal with the Blue Screen of Death.
Microsoft outage updates: Crowdstrike issue still wreaking havoc despite fix
A fitting end to the week.
By Amanda Yeo
Microsoft outage updates: Crowdstrike issue still wreaking havoc despite fix
Elon Musk to move X and SpaceX's headquarters to Texas
Bizarrely, the decision came in response to a new California law preventing LGBTQ children from being forcibly outed.
By Amanda Yeo
Elon Musk to move X and SpaceX's headquarters to Texas
Man swept out to sea calls emergency services on his Apple Watch
The surfer was dragged half a mile from shore after being caught in a current.
By Amanda Yeo
Man swept out to sea calls emergency services on his Apple Watch
AT&T reportedly paid hacker $370,000 to delete stolen customer data
That doesn't mean the massive breach has all been cleaned up, though.
By Amanda Yeo
AT&T reportedly paid hacker $370,000 to delete stolen customer data
X is flirting with dislike and downvote features (again)
The platform previously experimented with downvotes in 2022.
By Amanda Yeo
X is flirting with dislike and downvote features (again)
X's $500 million unpaid severance case dismissed, but it may not be over
The plaintiffs have three weeks to amend their complaint.
By Amanda Yeo
X's $500 million unpaid severance case dismissed, but it may not be over
Samsung Galaxy Unpacked July 2024: How to watch
Unsurprisingly, there's a big focus is on AI.
By Amanda Yeo
Samsung Galaxy Unpacked July 2024: How to watch
Ticketmaster hackers are holding data of 440,000 Taylor Swift ticketholders for ransom
The hackers have upped their ransom demand to $8 million.
By Amanda Yeo
Ticketmaster hackers are holding data of 440,000 Taylor Swift ticketholders for ransom
Google's greenhouse gas emissions have jumped, and AI is a big cause
The tech giant's new environmental report blames AI's energy demands.
By Amanda Yeo
Google's greenhouse gas emissions have jumped, and AI is a big cause
TikTok says U.S. ban violates the First Amendment right to free speech
The popular video sharing app also explained exactly why it can't just sell up.
By Amanda Yeo
TikTok says U.S. ban violates the First Amendment right to free speech
TikTok child privacy complaint sent to U.S. Dept. of Justice
The FTC referred the complaint about issues relating to an order from 2019.
By Amanda Yeo
TikTok child privacy complaint sent to U.S. Dept. of Justice
TOMORROW X TOGETHER VR concert coming to the U.S. this fall
The 40-minute experience will feature K-pop performances specifically recorded for virtual reality.
By Amanda Yeo
TOMORROW X TOGETHER VR concert coming to the U.S. this fall
The complete list of winners at the 2024 Tony Awards
Daniel Radcliffe, Jeremy Strong, and Sarah Paulson won their first ever Tony Awards this year.
By Amanda Yeo
The complete list of winners at the 2024 Tony Awards
Elon Musk has dropped his OpenAI lawsuit with no explanation
The billionaire was trying to force ChatGPT's creator to release its technology as open source.
By Amanda Yeo
Elon Musk has dropped his OpenAI lawsuit with no explanation
eBay will no longer accept American Express credit cards
You'll soon have to turn to other payment methods when shopping on the online marketplace.
By Amanda Yeo
eBay will no longer accept American Express credit cards
YouTube is cracking down on DIY gun content
The platform is banning videos showing how to disable safety features on guns.
By Amanda Yeo
YouTube is cracking down on DIY gun content
Japanese billionaire cancels private SpaceX moon mission, crew devastated
The Starship was originally scheduled to take civilians to the moon in 2023.
By Amanda Yeo
Japanese billionaire cancels private SpaceX moon mission, crew devastated
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman was fired for 'outright lying,' says former board member
Helen Toner also revealed the board found out ChatGPT had been released via social media.
By Amanda Yeo
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman was fired for 'outright lying,' says former board member
Bluesky finally has DMs
They're a bit limited right now, but you can still slide into them.
By Amanda Yeo
Bluesky finally has DMs
Twitch now lets you filter out streams with sexual, violent, and alcohol-related content
Viewers can now exclude broadcasts with mature themes from their searches.
By Amanda Yeo
Twitch now lets you filter out streams with sexual, violent, and alcohol-related content
Microsoft Build 2024: What to expect
This year, Microsoft's annual conference will focus on AI.
By Amanda Yeo
Microsoft Build 2024: What to expect
Drag queen fighting game 'Drag Her!' cancelled, to be released unfinished for free
The game features real drag queens such as Kim Chi and Laganja Estranja.
By Amanda Yeo
Drag queen fighting game 'Drag Her!' cancelled, to be released unfinished for free
Google I/O 2024 keynote: How to watch live
Here's how to tune in for all of Google's big announcements.
By Amanda Yeo
Google I/O 2024 keynote: How to watch live
How to pair Apple AirPods with an Android device
You don't need iOS to use Apple's earbuds.
By Amanda Yeo
How to pair Apple AirPods with an Android device
Bumble apologises for 'anti-celibacy' ads after furious backlash
The billboards were criticised as shaming women for refraining from sex.
By Amanda Yeo
Bumble apologises for 'anti-celibacy' ads after furious backlash
'We missed the mark': Apple apologises for tone-deaf iPad ad
Viewers criticised it as "destructive," "heartless," and "cruel."
By Amanda Yeo
'We missed the mark': Apple apologises for tone-deaf iPad ad
Jack Dorsey has left Bluesky
He's also pouring millions into a different decentralised network protocol.
By Amanda Yeo
Jack Dorsey has left Bluesky
Free Comic Book Day is this weekend, so here's all the free comics you can grab
There's something for everyone.
By Amanda Yeo
Free Comic Book Day is this weekend, so here's all the free comics you can grab
President Biden signs TikTok ban bill into law
The app will be banned nationwide unless it's sold
By Amanda Yeo
President Biden signs TikTok ban bill into law
Twitch is ready to roll out its TikTok-like Discovery Feed to everyone
The scrollable feed is designed to make discovering new Twitch streamers easier.
By Amanda Yeo
Twitch is ready to roll out its TikTok-like Discovery Feed to everyone
'GTA 6' publisher lays off 5 percent of workforce, cancels games
Take-Two's CEO had previously said they had "no current plans" to cut staff.
By Amanda Yeo
'GTA 6' publisher lays off 5 percent of workforce, cancels games
'Sesame Street' writers have unanimously voted to strike
Can you tell me how to get, how to get a fair deal?
By Amanda Yeo
'Sesame Street' writers have unanimously voted to strike
'Bluey' special episode 'The Sign' had a ton of Easter eggs for fans
It looks like a few beloved characters are finally getting their happy endings.
By Amanda Yeo
'Bluey' special episode 'The Sign' had a ton of Easter eggs for fans
'Bluey' special episode 'The Sign' has viewers in tears
The 28-minute special saw the Heeler family dealing with some big decisions.
By Amanda Yeo
'Bluey' special episode 'The Sign' has viewers in tears
'Bluey' is moving, and has listed its iconic house for sale
The family will deal with the sale in a 28-minute special episode on Sunday.
By Amanda Yeo
'Bluey' is moving, and has listed its iconic house for sale
'Fallout' will premiere a day early on Prime Video
All eight episodes will be available from Wednesday.
By Amanda Yeo
'Fallout' will premiere a day early on Prime Video
Chinese fantasy farming sim 'Immortal Life' adds trauma bonding to pastoral ideal, and I love it
I've spent almost 100 hours in this game, and I'm still not done with it.
By Amanda Yeo
Chinese fantasy farming sim 'Immortal Life' adds trauma bonding to pastoral ideal, and I love it
Yet another former Twitter/X exec is suing Elon Musk for millions in unpaid severance
They could form a club at this point.
By Amanda Yeo
Yet another former Twitter/X exec is suing Elon Musk for millions in unpaid severance
Apple's massive outage has just been fixed
The App Store, Apple Music, and Apple TV were all down for over an hour.
By Amanda Yeo
Apple's massive outage has just been fixed
'3 Body Problem's £20 million star is the worst part of the entire show
It's a worthless piece of paper.
By Amanda Yeo
'3 Body Problem's £20 million star is the worst part of the entire show
The great Pornhub blackout may soon come for horny Floridians
The state has just introduced a new age verification law similar to the one in Texas.
By Amanda Yeo
The great Pornhub blackout may soon come for horny Floridians
Social media now unlawful for kids under 14 in Florida
Children aged 14 to 15 must get their parents' consent to have an account.
By Amanda Yeo
Social media now unlawful for kids under 14 in Florida
Reddit prices IPO at $34 per share. r/wallstreetbets predicts it will tank.
The infamous stock trading subreddit has little faith in Reddit's stock market debut.
By Amanda Yeo
Reddit prices IPO at $34 per share. r/wallstreetbets predicts it will tank.
'Stardew Valley's massive update lets players drink mayo, 'crit' babies, and put hats on dogs
You can also get a pet turtle.
By Amanda Yeo
'Stardew Valley's massive update lets players drink mayo, 'crit' babies, and put hats on dogs
Watch the Elon Musk interview that probably ended Don Lemon's partnership with Twitter/X
Musk cancelled Twitter/X's partnership with Lemon hours after it was recorded.
By Amanda Yeo
Watch the Elon Musk interview that probably ended Don Lemon's partnership with Twitter/X
Twitter/X's ChatGPT rival Grok is now open source. Here's how to get it.
Elon Musk announced the AI chatbot would become open source last week.
By Amanda Yeo
Twitter/X's ChatGPT rival Grok is now open source. Here's how to get it.
Pornhub just banned Texas. Here's why.
Horny Texans will have to look elsewhere for a good time.
By Amanda Yeo
Pornhub just banned Texas. Here's why.
TikTok CEO Shou Zi Chew responds to proposed U.S. ban, hints at lawsuit
Chew stated that a TikTok ban would put 300,000 U.S. jobs at risk.
By Amanda Yeo
TikTok CEO Shou Zi Chew responds to proposed U.S. ban, hints at lawsuit
John Cena was naked on the Oscars' stage. Here's what happened.
This isn't the first time someone's attended the Academy Awards in their birthday suit.
By Amanda Yeo
John Cena was naked on the Oscars' stage. Here's what happened.
Proposed U.S. TikTok ban could impact all Chinese apps
Other apps like WeChat could be the tip of the iceberg.
By Amanda Yeo
Proposed U.S. TikTok ban could impact all Chinese apps
Former Twitter/X executives sue Elon Musk for $128 million in unpaid severance
The plaintiffs were immediately laid off when Musk took over the company in 2022.
By Amanda Yeo
Former Twitter/X executives sue Elon Musk for $128 million in unpaid severance
Electronic Arts announces layoffs and cancels Star Wars game
It's EA's second mass layoff in less than a year.
By Amanda Yeo
Electronic Arts announces layoffs and cancels Star Wars game
PlayStation will lay off 900 employees, including 'Marvel's Spider-Man' and 'The Last of Us' developers
Naughty Dog, Insomniac Games, and Guerrilla Games are among the PlayStation Studios facing cuts.
By Amanda Yeo
PlayStation will lay off 900 employees, including 'Marvel's Spider-Man' and 'The Last of Us' developers
The complete list of winners at the 2024 Film Independent Spirit Awards
The 39th Spirit Awards also celebrated television for the fourth time ever.
By Amanda Yeo
The complete list of winners at the 2024 Film Independent Spirit Awards
Reddit finally files IPO, gives Redditors first dibs on buying stock
Do your research before you buy, though.
By Amanda Yeo
Reddit finally files IPO, gives Redditors first dibs on buying stock
Twitter/X staff ignored Elon Musk's orders, prevented an FTC violation
The boss isn't always right.
By Amanda Yeo
Twitter/X staff ignored Elon Musk's orders, prevented an FTC violation
Wyze security camera breach impacted over 900 times more people than originally thought
It isn't the first time the company has shown users footage from strangers' cameras, either.
By Amanda Yeo
Wyze security camera breach impacted over 900 times more people than originally thought
The complete list of winners at the 2024 BAFTAs
Christopher Nolan's 'Oppenheimer' dominated this year's awards.
By Amanda Yeo
The complete list of winners at the 2024 BAFTAs
Behold, a giant AI-generated rat dick
The anatomically incorrect ratwurst was somehow published in a scientific journal.
By Amanda Yeo
Behold, a giant AI-generated rat dick
Encryption backdoors violate human rights, EU court rules
It found Russia's demand that Telegram hand over encryption keys breached users' right to privacy.
By Amanda Yeo
Encryption backdoors violate human rights, EU court rules
U.S. court dismisses most claims against OpenAI in copyright class action
The case was brought by writers including Sarah Silverman and Paul Tremblay.
By Amanda Yeo
U.S. court dismisses most claims against OpenAI in copyright class action
'The Sims 4' adds vitiligo in free update
Players can now make Sims with the skin condition on their face, torso, arms, and legs.
By Amanda Yeo
'The Sims 4' adds vitiligo in free update
AI-generated deepfake Biden robocalls came from Texas company
Up to 25,000 fake phone calls spread disinformation about the U.S. elections.
By Amanda Yeo
AI-generated deepfake Biden robocalls came from Texas company
ESPN, FOX, and Warner Bros. Discovery are teaming up to launch a giant sports streaming service
Between all three, the new service will cover pretty much every high-profile sport.
By Amanda Yeo
ESPN, FOX, and Warner Bros. Discovery are teaming up to launch a giant sports streaming service
Did Craig Wright invent Bitcoin? This court is deciding.
The Australian has been accused of forging documents to support his case.
By Amanda Yeo
Did Craig Wright invent Bitcoin? This court is deciding.
Taylor Swift wins her fourth Grammy for Album of the Year, makes history
The record was previously held by Frank Sinatra, Paul Simon, and Stevie Wonder.
By Amanda Yeo
Taylor Swift wins her fourth Grammy for Album of the Year, makes history
The complete list of winners at the 2024 Grammy Awards main ceremony
Taylor Swift, Olivia Rodrigo, and SZA are all nominated for several awards.
By Amanda Yeo
The complete list of winners at the 2024 Grammy Awards main ceremony
TikTok CEO Shou Zi Chew is Singaporean, not Chinese. Somebody please convince Senator Tom Cotton.
Social media users criticised the senator's questions, likening them to McCarthyism.
By Amanda Yeo
TikTok CEO Shou Zi Chew is Singaporean, not Chinese. Somebody please convince Senator Tom Cotton.
Elon Musk's $55.8 billion Tesla compensation has been thrown out by a US court
The board of directors breached their legal duty to the company when arranging the deal.
By Amanda Yeo
Elon Musk's $55.8 billion Tesla compensation has been thrown out by a US court
Elon Musk's Neuralink has implanted a brain chip in a human for the first time
It aims to allow people to control computers with their minds.
By Amanda Yeo
Elon Musk's Neuralink has implanted a brain chip in a human for the first time
Ring won't let cops publicly request footage without a warrant anymore
This doesn't mean Ring's cozy relationship with cops is over.
By Amanda Yeo
Ring won't let cops publicly request footage without a warrant anymore
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