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.
Latest From Amanda Yeo
Elmo's official X account hacked, posts antisemitic tirade
"Elmo’s X account was compromised today..."
By Amanda Yeo
'Not buying it:' Trump's followers ratio him on Truth Social over Epstein files
The U.S. president's supporters don't appreciate being told to move on from the "Epstein files."
By Amanda Yeo
Grok 4 is using Elon Musk's X posts as a source when answering questions
The AI chatbot refers to its billionaire's social media feed when faced with sensitive issues.
By Amanda Yeo
'The Daily Show' skewers Elon Musk over Grok's antisemitic 'MechaHitler' tirade
The AI chatbot published several posts containing hate speech earlier this week.
By Amanda Yeo
MyPillow CEO's lawyers fined for AI-generated court filing
The brief was riddled with almost 30 errors, including citations of cases that did not exist.
By Amanda Yeo
Netflix's 'Alice in Borderland' Season 3 trailer teases return to deadly games
Is escape truly possible?
By Amanda Yeo
Slate's $20K electric truck jumps in price after Trump eliminates EV tax credits
We're already seeing the impacts of Trump's spending bill.
By Amanda Yeo
Dubai introduces four-day work week for government workers
It may only be temporary, but it's still a step forward.
By Amanda Yeo
Elon Musk threatens to start new U.S. political party
He won't be able to run for president, though.
By Amanda Yeo
Trump claims a TikTok buyer has been secured
The app faces a countrywide ban unless it sells to an entity approved by the U.S. government.
By Amanda Yeo
Do Ray-Ban Meta smart glasses work as an accessibility device?
With microphones and AI, these aren't your typical Ray-Bans.
By Amanda Yeo
Trump Mobile quietly deletes 'made in America' claims from website
Such declarations have now been replaced with more ambiguous language.
By Amanda Yeo
U.S. House staff banned from using WhatsApp
Meta's messaging app is not permitted on government devices due to alleged security issues.
By Amanda Yeo
BLACKPINK's Jennie cries, shakes, and screams for help in amazing 'Hot Ones' appearance
"I can't speak! Guys, I can't hear any more! God, help me!"
By Amanda Yeo
Watch SpaceX's Starship explode in giant fireball during latest test
Fortunately no injuries have been reported.
By Amanda Yeo
How to change your name on Facebook
Facebook didn't keep its original name, and you don't have to either.
By Amanda Yeo
Trump will delay TikTok ban yet again this week
It would be the third time the president has pushed back enforcement of the U.S. ban.
By Amanda Yeo
Meta AI warns your chatbot conversations may be public. Here's how to keep them private.
Users have been inadvertently sharing their sensitive information with the world.
By Amanda Yeo
U.S. government climate website axes staff, may shut down
Climate.gov aims to "provide science and information for a climate-smart nation."
By Amanda Yeo
Android 16 is out now. Here are the new features.
This year's June release comes several months earlier than usual.
By Amanda Yeo
Is the Polestar 4's missing rear window genius or a gimmick?
The EV relies on a rear-view camera system to let drivers see behind them.
By Amanda Yeo
SpaceX may retire Dragon amidst Musk and Trump feud
SpaceX may retire its Dragon spacecraft after the president threatened to cancel government contracts.
By Amanda Yeo
'Wicked: For Good' trailer returns Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande to the land of Oz
The Broadway musical adaptation's final part will arrive later this year.
By Amanda Yeo
