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Mashable! |
Best Roombas 2025: Should you be buying a Roomba amid iRobots bankruptcy news?
I've tested 30+ robot vacuums from all the big brands, but are Roombas worth it, especially amid iRobot's bankruptcy? Let's find the best cheap Roomba, best mopping Roomba, and more.
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TechRadar - All the la... |
Ubisoft has acquired free-to-play MOBA game March of Giants with Rainbow Six Siege creative director at the helm — 'This game has enormous potential, and I know Ubisoft can help us take it to the next level'
Ubisoft has today announced that it has acquired the rights to Amazon's free-to-play multiplayer online battle arena (MOBA), March of Giants.
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Mashable! |
What to expect from the inaugural U.S. TikTok Awards
The inaugural U.S. TikTok Awards stream Dec. 18, with Ciara headlining and creators taking center stage. Mashable will be there for every moment.
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Boing Boing |
Alabama doubles down on penalties while ignoring why people steal
As holiday deliveries pile up, Alabama has decided the answer to stolen packages is not less inequality or actual economic support, but a new law that turns repeated package theft into a felony, carrying up to 10 years in prison. Nothing says "community safety" like throwing people in cages for grabbing a box when they couldn't otherwise feed their kids, or expecting them to pay attention to penalties when they can barely afford to exist. — Read the rest
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Mashable! |
Slash $50 off the Sonos Era 100 smart speaker
The Sonos Era 100 smart speaker is on sale for $169 at Amazon and other retailers, marking a 22% discount.
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Boy Genius Report |
Here's What Might Happen When The AI Bubble Pops
While the rapid developments in AI might paint a rosy picture, the reality beneath is far more serious. Here's what could happen if the AI bubble pops.
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ZDNet |
Still using Windows 10? You're a prime target for ransomware now - unless you do this
Attackers are circling - and they will strike without warning.
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TechCrunch |
Apple TV adds support for Google Cast even as Netflix ditches the feature
The tech giant's adoption of Google Cast signals its interest in making Apple TV a more competitive streaming service at a time when the market is seeing increased consolidation.
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ReadWrite |
JOI Gaming fined massive €400,000 by Ksa for ‘violating role model ban’
The gaming regulator in the Netherlands, Kansspelautoriteit (Ksa), has slapped JOI Gaming Limited with a massive €400,000 fine as they… Continue reading JOI Gaming fined massive €400,000 by Ksa for ‘violating role model ban’
The post JOI Gaming fined massive €400,000 by Ksa for ‘violating role model ban’ appeared first on ReadWrite.
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ZDNet |
How I turn my iPad into a touchscreen MacBook on the road (and what extra accessories I use)
This is how I continue to work on my iPad when Wi-Fi, power, and the best travel plans fall apart.
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Neowin |
This mix of DualShock and Xbox controller is now 15% off with 1 month of Game Pass Ultimate
Ever wanted an Xbox controller in the DualSense form factor? The Hyperkin Competitor gamepad is now available with a 15% discount, plus you get one month of Xbox Game Pass Ultimate.
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TechRadar - All the la... |
As RAM panic grips the PC-building community, I'm putting my feet up and relaxing - here's why
Yes, RAM prices are terrible right now - but as a veteran PC-builder, I'm not that concerned.
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TechCrunch |
Hacking group says it’s extorting Pornhub after stealing users’ viewing data
The Scattered Lapsus$ Hunters hacking collective stole Pornhub premium users’ data, including email addresses and viewing history.
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Digital Trends |
Zoom is also getting an AI assistant, if that’s what you need for video calls
Zoom is evolving beyond video calls with its AI Companion 3.0, a web-based assistant that turns conversations into tasks, summaries, and content.
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Ars Technica |
2026 Mercedes CLA first drive: Entry level doesn’t mean basic
Starting at $47,250, Mercedes' new electric sedan is quite compelling.
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9to5Mac |
Apple TV unveils new series starring Matthew Rhys of ‘The Beast in Me’
Apple TV just unveiled an early look at Widow’s Bay, a new series starring Matthew Rhys, who most recently gave a chilling performance in Netflix’s ‘The Beast in Me.’ Here are the first details and release date for Widow’s Bay.
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AppleInsider News |
Apple's 2026 executive shuffle is only the beginning as Cook nears retirement
Multiple retirements and a surprise departure has caused quite the change to Apple's leadership page. Here's how Apple's executive structure is expected to look in early 2026.CEO Tim Cook will see more changes to the Apple org chart than usual heading into 2026The body of people who run a company isn't static, as people join and leave organizations, and change their roles within them, all the time. With about 164,000 people in its ranks, Apple isn't immune to this phenomenon at all.That said, wh...
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AppleInsider News |
iPhone will do pretty well in 2026, as RAM prices hammer smartphone industry
Apple's iPhone is positioned to weather a looming smartphone memory price spike better than nearly any rival, even as industry forecasts point to softer sales in 2026.iPhone 17 Pro MaxCounterpoint Research released a report on December 16, lowering its 2026 global smartphone shipment forecast. The report attributes this to significant price hikes in DRAM and NAND flash memory.The revised forecast expects global smartphone shipments to fall about 2% year over year, reversing earlier expectations ...
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AppleInsider News |
Feds say US big tech is targeted by unfair regulations overseas
The US House Judiciary Subcommittee is conducting a hearing on US big tech discrimination by Europe and others, with witnesses saying that the regulations popping up harm the global economy and stifle innovation.The hearing is being held in the House Judiciary Committee's main building — image credit: House Judiciary CommitteeThe White House has previously said that it will not tolerate the European Union's fining firms such as Apple and Meta. Then on Monday, the US paused its agreed $200 bill...
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Digital Trends |
This Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 deal takes $400 off one of the best foldables you can buy
Foldables are usually the definition of “cool but too expensive.” This deal on the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 (256GB) finally nudges it into more realistic territory. At $1,599.99, you’re still paying premium-phone money, but you’re getting a full-blown flagship that opens into a tablet-sized screen instead of just another slab. What you’re getting The Fold7 […]
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TechRadar - All the la... |
The ChatGPT app just got a big upgrade on iOS and Android to stop your chats spiraling out of control
iPhone and Android users just got access to this excellent ChatGPT feature, albeit three months late.
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Business Insider |
I've been giving my 8-year-old more independence. It's been great for our family.
I realized that independence is an important thing to teach my children. Now my son is feeling like the smart, capable kid I know he is.
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PetaPixel |
7Artisans Introduces MF 50mm f/1.2 Prime for Just $99
7Artisans has expanded its lineup of budget-friendly manual focus primes with the launch of the MF 50mm f/1.2 for Sony E, Fujifilm X, Nikon Z, and Micro Four Thirds. The ultra-affordable $99 APS-C lens is aimed at photographers and filmmakers looking for fast glass without a premium price tag.
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ZDNet |
These 10+ useful Google Docs tools streamlined my workflow (and don't require plug-ins)
From editable PDFs to instant translations, Google Docs is packed with features that most people overlook.
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Mashable! |
PornHub Premium hacked. This is the info they reportedly stole.
Some very sensitive info about Pornhub Premium members was reportedly stolen.
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TechRadar - All the la... |
The power and potential of agentic AI in cybersecurity
Why it will become essential for organizations to have dedicated security measures for agentic AI-based tools.
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Boing Boing |
Susie Wiles caught lying about Elon Musk drug comment she absolutely made on tape
Trump's Chief of Staff Susie Wiles blamed Elon Musk's Hitler fandom on drug use. Then Wiles said she didn't. Then the tape rolled.
According to the New York Times' Peter Baker, Wiles characterized Musk's behavior as irrational, brought up his drug use, and described being forced to confront him about the Department of Government Efficiency's mass firing campaign.
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MacRumors |
Apple Developing iMac Pro With M5 Max Chip
Apple is developing a high-end iMac featuring the M5 Max chip, according to information from leaked internal software.
The finding comes from leaked kernel debug kit files used by Apple engineers. These kernel debug kit files enumerate unreleased Apple hardware by internal identifiers, such as codenames and platform names, and they can also include separate references that map platform identifiers to chip codenames and marketing names. Secondary summaries and screenshots referencing the sam...
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Neowin |
Google exposes Windows 11 security flaw after Microsoft fails to patch it properly
Google has recently detailed a flaw in Windows 11 that allows attackers to elevate privileges to administrator levels.
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ZDNet |
I compared the two best Android camera phones in Sweden - and there's a clear winner
I traveled with the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra and Oppo Find X8 Ultra - but only one earned a permanent spot in my travel bag.
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TechRadar - All the la... |
Did novelty camera maker Lomography just get serious? I held the MC-A — and it’s finally a proper 35mm film camera
Lomography unveiled the Lomo MC-A in October 2025 — it's a proper 35mm film camera with glass 35mm f/2.8 lens, metal body, autofocus and exposure control.
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Fresh RAM woes emerge in the form of a rumor that Samsung has doubled the cost of DDR5
Hopes that steep RAM price rises could plateau are potentially dashed by new rumor of Samsung price hikes.
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Mashable! |
Rock a pearly white smile with $50 off the Oral-B iO Electric Toothbrush
As of Dec. 16, get the Oral-B iO Electric Toothbrush for $50 off at Amazon.
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Mashable! |
Black Friday is back: The Roborock Saros 10R is on sale for a record-low price at Amazon
The Roborock Saros 10R is on sale at Amazon for $999.99, down from the normal price of $1,599.99. That's a 38% discount.
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Boy Genius Report |
'Albiriox' Attack Lets Hackers Control Your Android Phone And Bank Account
A new malware threat is emerging, and those who own an Android smartphone should beware. The "Albiriox" malware can embed itself in your OS, leaking vital data.
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ZDNet |
Flash sale: Get a refurbished PS5, Nintendo Switch, and Apple Watch at Back Market
Back Market is running a 72-hour sale with limited codes, so you can save on popular tech like the Nintendo Switch OLED -- but you'll have to hurry.
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ZDNet |
My search for the ultimate iPhone case is over: This one keeps it protected no matter what
The Otterbox Defender Pro provides an extra layer of protection against damage, while also safeguarding resale value.
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ZDNet |
The best tablets of 2025: Lab-tested recommendations
We tested the best tablets from brands like Apple, Samsung, and OnePlus. These are our top picks.
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TechRadar - All the la... |
The business case for sustainability: engaging with consumers to drive conscious consumerism
How retailers can build trust and profitability by making sustainable choices rewarding.
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Ars Technica |
Ars Live Today: 3 former CDC leaders detail impacts of RFK Jr.’s anti-science agenda
Join us today, December 16, at 2 pm ET to hear from leaders who resigned in protest.
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TweakTown News |
Samsung Foundry could secure an important order for Intel PCH chips on older 8nm process node
Samsung Foundry is 'on the verge' of securing an order for Intel's 8nm PCH chips, marking yet another rather important semiconductor contract win.Continue reading at TweakTown
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MacRumors |
Sonos Kicks Off Last-Minute Holiday Sale With Up to 25% Off Ace Headphones, Arc Soundbar, and More
Sonos this week introduced a last-minute holiday sale, offering up to 25 percent off the company's most popular devices. This includes the Sonos Ace headphones, Arc Ultra soundbar, Move 2 speaker, and more, with many prices matching the deals we saw over Black Friday.Note: MacRumors is an affiliate partner with Sonos. When you click a link and make a purchase, we may receive a small payment, which helps us keep the site running.All discounts in this sale have been automatically applied, ...
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The Register |
Devs say Apple still flouting EU's Digital Markets Act six months on
Coalition for App Fairness warns App Store fees remain unlawful despite non-compliance ruling
Six months after EU regulators found Apple's App Store rules in breach of the Digital Markets Act (DMA), developers say Cupertino is still behaving as if compliance were optional.…
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Boing Boing |
As Disney invests billions OpenAI responds with "adult mode"
OpenAI chief Sam Altman recently said he cannot imagine raising a newborn without AI. Coincidentally or perhaps not at all coincidentally, his company is now preparing to launch an "adult mode" for ChatGPT that allows erotic conversations. Yep, the same AI platform increasingly pitched as a daily companion for work, school, and life is also being positioned as a scalable porn platform just in time for its next funding cliff. — Read the rest
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9to5Mac |
Rivian CEO wants CarPlay in other cars, but says Rivian doesn’t need it
CarPlay is widely available across most vehicles, with Tesla and Rivian among the most prominent holdouts. Now, Tesla is rumored to be adding support, and in a new interview Rivian’s CEO addressed criticism about its CarPlay stance.
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BetaNews |
Chainguard aims to improve stewardship of mature open source projects
What happens to open source projects when they reach maturity? When a project has fulfilled its purpose and become foundational to customer workloads, it no longer requires a roadmap of sweeping changes. What it needs is safe, predictable maintenance after the creators have moved on. However, it remains essential that stays OSS safe and supported when its maintainers are ready to step away, or the project no longer needs constant upkeep. To address this challenge Chainguard is launching EmeritOS...
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Business Insider |
I'm trying to be hands-off as my teen applies to college. It's been difficult for me, especially when they missed a deadline.
I'm trying to let my teen take the driver's seat as they apply to college. We only discuss college during designated times, and it's been challenging.
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TechRadar - All the la... |
PayPal wants to set up a bank to help support small businesses
PayPal has submitted applications to open its own US bank, with scope for interest-bearing savings accounts
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Boy Genius Report |
12 Common Windows Apps You Should Uninstall Immediately, According To Experts
Windows PCs come pre-installed with plenty of apps. However, according to experts, some are a drain on computer resources and should be uninstalled immediately.
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Tom's Hardware |
With a standout $1739.99 price tag, this packed CyberPower PC features both the Ryzen 7 9800X3D and Radeon RX 9070 XT for an amazing prebuilt gaming setup — beat the AI crunch with 32GB of DDR5 and a 2TB NVMe SSD
This 9800X3D-infused CyberPower gaming PC also packs a Radeon RX 9070 XT for ultimate gaming performance.
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9to5Mac |
PayPal has applied to become a US bank, offering savings accounts and loans
It looks like we could be seeing the launch of a PayPal Bank in the US after the company took advantage of looser conditions in order to make its application …
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Business Insider |
Check out the exclusive pitch deck Valerie Health used to raise $30 million from Redpoint Ventures to automate healthcare faxes
The startup aims to fully automate front-office healthcare tasks for independent provider groups with AI.
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Neowin |
Elemental: Reforged early access update brings Dynasty system, modding tools, and more
The massive remaster project that Stardock brought to early access earlier this year, Elemental: Reforged, has received its first major update, and it's touting a Dynasty system and more.
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9to5Mac |
New Speechify Mac app lets you write 5 times faster by using your voice
With the new Voice Typing Dictation feature, users can now speak naturally and have Speechify’s new Mac app turn that recording into clean text across any app on macOS. Here’s how it works.
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TechRadar - All the la... |
NYT Strands hints and answers for Wednesday, December 17 (game #654)
Looking for NYT Strands answers and hints? Here's all you need to know to solve today's game, including the spangram.
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NYT Connections hints and answers for Wednesday, December 17 (game #920)
Looking for NYT Connections answers and hints? Here's all you need to know to solve today's game, plus my commentary on the puzzles.
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TechRadar - All the la... |
Quordle hints and answers for Wednesday, December 17 (game #1423)
Looking for Quordle clues? We can help. Plus get the answers to Quordle today and past solutions.
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Digital Trends |
Ford’s upcoming F-150 Lightning will still be electric, but you’ll need gas to go farther
Ford's next-generation F-150 Lightning ditches a pure EV format in favor of a gasoline-backed extended-range electric truck that promises massive range and towing capability.
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TechRadar - All the la... |
iOS 26 leak reveals the 7 upgrades coming to your iPhone next year – here's what to expect
Apple isn't done with iOS 26 yet, as loads more features are seemingly set to be added to it in 2026.
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To repeal or not repeal: UK Parliament discusses the Online Safety Act
The debate comes as a petition to repeal the bill got 500K signatures, focusing on controversial provisions around age verification and encrypted apps.
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AppleInsider News |
Apple spent $1.1 billion on more California office space in 2025
Despite Apple's HQ being already one of world's most expensive and expansive headquarters, in 2025 Apple spent a quarter of what it paid for Apple Park on more office space in California to house a still-growing employee base.Image Credit: Jay Paul CompanyBack in 2019, Apple's corporate headquarters at Apple Park was said to be worth $4.17 billion. Opened in 2017, it can house 13,000 employees — and practically from the start, it wasn't enough.Apple has kept on expanding with new sites and acc...
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Business Insider |
I visited Japan for a week. From missed experiences to money mistakes, I should've done these 6 things differently.
After spending a week traveling around Japan and Tokyo for the first time as an American, I have regrets about how I planned my trip and spent money.
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Boy Genius Report |
This One HDMI Setting Could Ruin Your Smart TV Experience
Though it can add tremendous convenience via an interconnected entertainment system, this HDMI setting can also ruin your smart TV experience.
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Tom's Hardware |
Elizabeth Warren, other U.S. senators concerned about big tech pushing up electricity costs — demands explanation from Amazon, Google, Meta as AI data centers drive up residential energy bills
Three Democratic Senators are investigating the impact of the massive AI data center build out on the electricity bill of the average American.
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Thurrott.com |
Adobe Firefly Gets New AI Video Creation Tools and Models
Adobe announced a major update to its Firefly AI platform, with new tools and other capabilities for video creation.
The post Adobe Firefly Gets New AI Video Creation Tools and Models appeared first on Thurrott.com.
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TechCrunch |
India’s Digantara raises $50M for space-based missile defense tech
With this funding, Digantara has raised $64.5 million in total as it moves beyond space situational awareness into missile tracking, citing growing demand from governments for space-based defense capabilities.
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ZDNet |
Beware of 'gift card draining' and two other top holiday scams, US Treasury warns
Here's how to spot the most common scams this holiday season, before it's too late. Plus, tips to protect yourself.
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The Register |
US freezes $42B trade pact with UK over digital tax row
Tech Prosperity Deal paused after London resists pressure on online services levy
The US government has put a proposed $42 billion (£31 billion) trade pact with the UK on ice because the European country has yet to budge on its Digital Services Tax (DST).…
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Business Insider |
Companies' RTO plans have a major hitch, and there's no easy fix
In today's big story, companies' RTO mandates might be too ambitious for their own office spaces.
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Business Insider |
The estate attorney who says simple estates aren't actually simple — and why you should care
Estate planning tips include wills, trusts, and digital assets. Attorney Kerri Koen shares eight essential steps for protecting your legacy.
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TechCrunch |
Databricks raises $4B at $134B valuation as its AI business heats up
The data intelligence company has just raised more than $4 billion in a Series L funding round at a $134 billion valuation — up 34% from the $100 billion valuation that it achieved just three months ago.
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9to5Mac |
iOS 26.3 adds new iPhone wallpaper section, expands gallery
iOS 26.3 beta 1 arrived yesterday for developers, bringing some expected changes but also one small surprise: the wallpaper gallery has expanded with a new dedicated Weather section.
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BetaNews |
Zencoder aims to end vibe coding and bring engineering discipline
While chat interfaces have popularized AI coding, uncoordinated agents can produce ‘slop’ -- code that looks correct but fails in production or degrades with iteration. To address this problem Zencoder is introducing its new Zenflow app, a free orchestration platform designed to transition the industry from ‘vibe coding’ to AI-first engineering. "Chat UIs were fine for copilots, but they break down when you try to scale," says Andrew Filev, CEO of Zenflow. "Teams are hitting a wall where...
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Business Insider |
I did my holiday shopping at Walmart and Target. One retailer left me feeling more festive and impressed.
This December, I shopped for the holidays at Target and Walmart to see which chain had better sales and prices on presents for my kids and husband.
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Business Insider |
'Big Short' investor Michael Burry sold GameStop weeks before it skyrocketed: 'I had no idea what was coming'
Michael Burry of "The Big Short" fame wrote on Substack that a "crappy business" became the "belle of the ball."
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Android Police - Andro... |
The hidden Android Auto feature that transformed my driving experience
Android Auto's split-screen feels clunky compared to this setting
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ZDNet |
12+ laptop accessories that I swear by (and how they've improved my productivity)
These devices and gadgets can elevate your standard laptop setup - and you won't have to spend a fortune.
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TechRadar - All the la... |
Denmark scraps controversial VPN ban proposal after public backlash
Just days after proposing a bill that would have made it illegal to use a VPN to bypass geoblocking, the Danish government has reversed its position following a wave of criticism from digital rights groups and the public.
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The Register |
From Georgia to Essex, AI datacenters are testing public goodwill
Communities on both sides of the Atlantic push back against rapid build-outs
Frenzied demand for AI development is driving a wave of datacenter construction, but new projects are facing growing public opposition over concerns about their impact on local communities and the environment.…
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Krebs on Security |
Most Parked Domains Now Serving Malicious Content
Direct navigation -- the act of visiting a website by manually typing a domain name in a web browser -- has never been riskier: A new study finds the vast majority of "parked" domains -- mostly expired or dormant domain names, or common misspellings of popular websites -- are now configured to redirect visitors to sites that foist scams and malware.
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The White House wants to poach tech giants' best workers - new "Tech Force" looks to up the US government's tech skills
A number of private sector companies have already signed up to "Tech Force" US government tech talent acquisition scheme.
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Business Insider |
We spent 2 years living on the road, with no plans to settle down. Then, a Texas beach town changed our minds.
I moved into an RV and lived on the road for two years after losing my dog. Eventually, I landed in Galveston, Texas, and found my perfect home.
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TweakTown News |
RTX 5070 Ti now costs $100 more in Japan just this week, RTX 5070 is also rising in price
NVIDIA's GeForce RTX 5070 Ti has risen $100 in price in Japan this week, with the RTX 5070 also rising in price... and yes, you can blame DRAM prices.Continue reading at TweakTown
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Digital Trends |
iOS 26.3 gives an official glimpse of a convenient iPhone-to-Android migration tool
Apple's iOS 26.3 beta introduces the most streamlined iPhone-to-Android transfer tool yet, along with expanded notification support for third-party devices.
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BetaNews |
Almost half of Gen Z hide their AI use at work
A new survey shows that nearly half of Gen Z workers (48 percent) quietly keep their AI use under wraps -- roughly in line with the 45 percent of all employees who say the same. But the research from Slingshot finds that, unlike their older colleagues, Gen Zers (ages 18-28) conceal their AI use because of concerns about being judged (47 percent) or that it will be seen as cutting corners (44 percent). Millennials (ages 29-44) (44 percent), Gen X employees (ages 45-60) (57 percent) and Boomers (a...
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VentureBeat |
Echo raises $35M to secure the enterprise cloud's base layer — container images — with autonomous AI agents
As enterprises accelerate the deployment of LLMs and agentic workflows, they are hitting a critical infrastructure bottleneck: the container base images powering these applications are riddled with inherited security debt. Echo, an Israeli startup, is announcing a $35 million in Series A funding today (bringing its to-date total to $50 million in funding) to fix this by fundamentally reimagining how cloud infrastructure is built.The round was led by N47, with participation from Notable Capital, ...
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With 91% accuracy, open source Hindsight agentic memory provides 20/20 vision for AI agents stuck on failing RAG
It has become increasingly clear in 2025 that retrieval augmented generation (RAG) isn't enough to meet the growing data requirements for agentic AI.RAG emerged in the last couple of years to become the default approach for connecting LLMs to external knowledge. The pattern is straightforward: chunk documents, embed them into vectors, store them in a database, and retrieve the most similar passages when queries arrive. This works adequately for one-off questions over static documents. But t...
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Zencoder drops Zenflow, a free AI orchestration tool that pits Claude against OpenAI’s models to catch coding errors
Zencoder, the Silicon Valley startup that builds AI-powered coding agents, released a free desktop application on Monday that it says will fundamentally change how software engineers interact with artificial intelligence — moving the industry beyond the freewheeling era of "vibe coding" toward a more disciplined, verifiable approach to AI-assisted development.The product, called Zenflow, introduces what the company describes as an "AI orchestration layer" that coordinates m...
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Mashable! |
Top challenges for online daters, according to Coffee Meets Bagel
Dating app CMB's Dating Realness Report identifies daters' desires and challenges this year.
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Mashable! |
Robloxs 2025 Replay shows just how obsessed Gen Z is with the game
Roblox has released its 2025 Replay report which spotlights just how big the game is, especially with Gen Z.
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TechRadar - All the la... |
Microsoft is fixing a huge problem with a nifty Windows 11 security feature that polices app installations
Windows 11 has a powerful security feature you may not have heard of – and I'm glad to see Microsoft is fixing its most baffling drawback.
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Digital Trends |
Want a new phone that last ages and doesn’t cost the earth? Say hello to this new Moto
A promise of lengthy battery life with an attractive price tag makes the new G Power an attractive proposition - if it can actually deliver.
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TechCrunch |
Adobe Firefly now supports prompt-based video editing, adds more third-party models
Adobe is updating its AI video-generation app, Firefly, with a new video editor that supports precise prompt-based edits, as well as adding new third-party models for image and video generation, including Black Forest Labs' FLUX.2 and Topaz Astra.
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VentureBeat |
Zoom says it aced AI’s hardest exam. Critics say it copied off its neighbors.
Zoom Video Communications, the company best known for keeping remote workers connected during the pandemic, announced last week that it had achieved the highest score ever recorded on one of artificial intelligence's most demanding tests — a claim that sent ripples of surprise, skepticism, and genuine curiosity through the technology industry.The San Jose-based company said its AI system scored 48.1 percent on the Humanity's Last Exam, a benchmark designed by subject-matter experts w...
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Mashable! |
Fallout Season 2 review: Our introduction to New Vegas is a blast, and more relevant than ever
"Fallout" Season 2 delivers a killer welcome to New Vegas, as well as pertinent questions about how we can handle the bleakness of our current reality.
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Avatar: Fire and Ash review: How can a film be so stunning, yet so disappointing?
"Avatar: Fire and Ash" obviously looks incredible. Yet James Cameron retreads familiar ground in a way that never lets it be great.
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PetaPixel |
Some Android Photos are Turning Red When Zoomed in on iOS 26
Some iPhone users running iOS 26 are reporting a bug that causes photos taken on Android devices to turn red when zoomed in within Apple’s Photos app.
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Prudish Wedding Photographer Turns Down Groom’s Picture Request, Reddit Disapproves
Wedding photographers must be ready for anything, including spur-of-the-moment photo requests. But one such picture inquiry proved too much for a prudish wedding photographer who turned down a groom's request that he and his groomsmen be photographed in their boxer shorts.
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The Register |
Smartphones face a memory cost crunch – and buyers aren't in the mood
Rising DRAM and NAND prices are squeezing handset makers and threatening a fragile market recovery
AI-nflation The smartphone industry's brief bounce back now looks set to run straight into a wall, with analysts warning that rising memory costs are about to test buyers' patience.…
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ReadWrite |
Utah property manager defrauded over $2 million to support gambling habits
A property manager in Utah has been sentenced to 25 months’ imprisonment for defrauding over $2 million to support his… Continue reading Utah property manager defrauded over $2 million to support gambling habits
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