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Boing Boing |
How AI could save democracy instead of destroying it Bruce Schneier and Nathan Sanders are asking the right question in their new book Rewiring Democracy: not whether AI will change politics, but how we can shape that change. The cybersecurity expert (behind Data and Goliath) and data scientist tackle something most AI discussions skip entirely — the nitty-gritty of democratic governance. — Read the rest The post How AI could save democracy instead of destroying it appeared first on Boing Boing.
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MacRumors |
Bluetti Elite 30 V2 Review: A Lightweight Portable Power Station for Camping and Backup Power Bluetti's Elite 30 V2 that came out earlier this year is a portable power station that's ideal for short trips, plus it works well as a temporary backup for powering small electronics in a power outage. The Elite 30 V2 is one of many power stations that Bluetti offers, and it is on the smaller, more compact side with a 288-watt-hour capacity. This is the first Bluetti power station that I've reviewed, but I have experience with larger power banks from Jackery, DJI, Anker, and other companie...
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Boy Genius Report |
Humanoid AI Robot Retired After Working On Over 30,000 BMW X3 Cars Humanoid AI robots are being used more in work settings to accomplish tasks at a rapid rate. One of them just retired after working on over 30,000 BMW cars.
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Gizmodo |
They’re Trying to Make a ‘Men in Black’ Movie Again Will Smith could potentially return in a new film penned by the writer of 'Bad Boys for Life.'
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Digital Trends |
Samsung has a new Apple Watch Ultra 3 rival in development, and it could arrive next year What’s happened? The Korean tech giant Samsung is working on a successor to the Galaxy Watch Ultra, which could arrive as soon as 2026. Why is this important? While information about the purported Galaxy Watch Ultra 2 remains scarce, the smartwatch should build upon the strong foundation laid by the original Watch Ultra. Why should […] The post Samsung has a new Apple Watch Ultra 3 rival in development, and it could arrive next year appeared first on Digital Trends.
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ZDNet |
Waze vs. Google Maps: I compared the two best navigation apps, and there's a clear winner The debate between Waze and Google Maps has raged for years. Here's my verdict after testing both.
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Thurrott.com |
Opera for Android Gets a Major AI Update Opera announced that it has added powerful Ask AI features from its desktop web browsers to Opera for Android. The post Opera for Android Gets a Major AI Update appeared first on Thurrott.com.
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The Register |
Hegseth needs to go to secure messaging school, report says He's not alone: DoD inspector general says the whole Defense Department has a messaging security problem US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth definitely broke the rules when he sent sensitive information to a Signal chat group, say Pentagon auditors, but he's not the only one using insecure messaging, and everyone needs better training.…
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Business Insider |
46 gifts to get the boss who has everything The best gifts for bosses will brighten the executive suite or indulge their sweet tooth. Here are some unique gift ideas to shop now that it's December.
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Digital Trends |
Your phone can now tell you when a text looks like a scam Google now uses AI in Circle to Search and Lens to detect scam messages, explain risks, and guide users with real-time warnings across Android devices. The post Your phone can now tell you when a text looks like a scam appeared first on Digital Trends.
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Android Police - Andro... |
Google's Find Hub may be getting the push it finally needs to become useful A big step towards making it good
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9to5Mac |
iOS 26 made Live Activities even better on iPhone, here’s what’s new Live Activities have become one of my favorite iPhone features, and they recently got even better thanks to upgrades and expansions in iOS 26. Here’s everything new.
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CNET News |
Today's NYT Connections: Sports Edition Hints and Answers for Dec. 5, #438 Here are hints and the answers for the NYT Connections: Sports Edition puzzle for Dec. 5, No. 438.
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xda-developers |
Here's why Zorin OS 18 is a solid pick for Windows escapees Why not give it a go?
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MakeUseOf |
This open-source Zoom alternative is better than you think This tool allows video meetings that prioritize privacy, simplicity, and real flexibility.
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Gizmodo |
The Hunt for Missing Malaysia Flight 370 Is Back On. Here’s Why It Might Actually Work Ocean Infinity, a Texas-based marine robotics company, will deploy a more advanced fleet of search vessels in pursuit of the missing plane.
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TechRadar - All the la... |
The AI race explodes as HPE deploys AMD’s Helios racks, crushing limits with Venice CPUs and insane GPU density HPE adopts AMD Helios AI racks with 72 GPUs and Venice CPUs, aiming for exascale workloads while testing Ethernet scale-up.
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Neowin |
Prime members get Lego 2K Drive, Deus Ex: Mankind Divided and 12 more games in December Amazon Luna, formerly Prime Gaming, has kicked off its December offerings that bring members Lego 2K Drive and 13 more games to keep.
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Ars Technica |
CDC vaccine panel realizes again it has no idea what it’s doing, delays big vote Today's meeting was chaotic and included garbage anti-vaccine presentations.
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Gizmodo |
The Final ‘A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms’ Trailer Teases the Misfit Heroes We Can’t Wait to Meet HBO's next George R.R. Martin adaptation—which has already been renewed for a second season—takes us back to Westeros starting January 18.
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9to5Mac |
Apple now projecting iPad-designed Christmas trees onto Battersea Power Station Last month, Apple announced a Christmas tree drawing competition for British iPad users, with winning designs to be exhibited “alongside trees drawn by established artists and notable figures”. Now, the selected trees will light up Battersea Power Station’s wash towers until December 24.
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Digital Trends |
Your Windows on ARM laptop could someday play real PC games Windows on ARM has always lacked serious graphics power, but that may finally be changing. A new Chinese-made discrete GPU has now been shown running on ARM-based Windows, hinting that proper PC gaming on ARM may no longer be a distant dream. The post Your Windows on ARM laptop could someday play real PC games appeared first on Digital Trends.
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PetaPixel |
An Americana Milestone in Pictures: Grand Ole Opry Turns 100 Amidst whiplash change in technology and media, Grand Ole Opry is celebrating its 100th year (1925-2025). [Read More]
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CNET News |
A New Era of Foldables: Samsung's Galaxy Z TriFold Is Coming to the US Early Next Year This triple-display foldable will first arrive in Korea later this month.
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Business Insider |
A Ferrari and over 480 takeout orders: FBI details spending spree of Netflix director in $11 million fraud case Netflix earmarked $11 million to finish a futuristic sci-fi show. Prosecutors say director Carl Rinsch used it for cars and a lot of Uber Eats.
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The Guardian |
Russia blocks Snapchat and restricts Apple’s FaceTime, state officials say Latest effort to control communications comes as regulator claims apps being used to ‘conduct terrorist activities’Russian authorities blocked access to Snapchat and imposed restrictions on Apple’s video calling service, FaceTime, the latest step in an effort to tighten control over the internet and communications online, according to state-run news agencies and the country’s communications regulator.The state internet regulator Roskomnadzor alleged in a statement that both apps were bei...
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Digital Trends |
Apple Watch will soon get enhanced emergency warnings for natural disasters Apple’s upcoming watchOS 26.2 update brings Enhanced Safety Alerts to the Apple Watch, giving U.S. users faster, richer warnings during natural disasters. The post Apple Watch will soon get enhanced emergency warnings for natural disasters appeared first on Digital Trends.
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Neowin |
Simple tweak makes Windows 11 File Explorer faster and fixes a very annoying bug A simple tweak has been found that makes File Explorer in Windows 11 faster, and it also fixes one really annoying issue.
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CNET News |
Best LED Masks of 2025, FDA Cleared for Red Light Therapy If you're interested in anti-aging and want to take advantage of red light therapy, these are the best FDA-cleared LED face masks around.
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Business Insider |
Millennium suffered big losses in one of the $81 billion hedge fund's favorite strategies last month Teams run by big-name portfolio managers such as Glen Scheinberg and Pratik Madhvani suffered significant losses in November.
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TweakTown News |
PlayStation to produce and publish new co-op shooter from Left 4 Dead creator Sony Interactive Entertainment announces that it will publish and produce a new 4-player shooter from Left 4 Dead creator Mike Booth on both PS5 and PC.Continue reading at TweakTown
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Gizmodo |
Musk, Bezos, and Zuckerberg Are Full of Shit (Literally) in New Art Exhibit Would hate to have to clean up that mess.
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TechRadar - All the la... |
Scientists engineer erbium molecular qubits that plug directly into existing fiber networks, promising telecom-ready quantum systems Erbium molecular qubits create a spin-photon interface compatible with telecom networks, enabling hybrid quantum devices and potential scalable quantum communication.
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PetaPixel |
Orders for the Sony a7 V Are Strong Despite Negative Online Discourse It did not take long for online discourse surrounding the a7 V to turn negative, even toxic. I am not sure exactly what the reason is for the loud, unhappy response to this camera, but I can report that demand for it is in stark contrast to the online conversation. [Read More]
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Business Insider |
The 10 best men's cashmere sweaters in 2025, from affordable crewnecks to luxury-grade polos Soft, moisture-wicking, and naturally insulating, cashmere is a luxe fabric with a practical edge. Here are our favorite men's cashmere sweaters in 2025.
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TechCrunch |
Anthropic CEO weighs in on AI bubble talk and risk-taking among competitors Anthropic's CEO shared his thoughts on the economics of AI and the risk-taking of competitors, saying some were "YOLO-ing" with regard to spending.
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ZDNet |
This Linux distro is a new spin on my old favorite - and it's delightful There's a new MX Linux spin in town - one that offers a unique desktop environment that's flexible and fun to use.
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NYT > Technology |
Rebecca Heineman, Transgender Video Game Pioneer, Dies at 62 Fleeing an abusive home life, she went on to win a national Space Invaders tournament, taught herself to program and left a trail of popular games in her wake.
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Slashdot |
Bending Spoons Buys Eventbrite For $500 Million Longtime Slashdot reader williamyf writes: The Italian company Bending Spoons seems to be on an acquisitions spree. Their recent acquisitions of AOL and Vimeo are not yet finalized, yet on Dec. 2 they announced they are buying Eventbrite, a company specializing in publicizing and organizing local events, for just half a milliard USD. Bending Spoons' portfolio also includes other companies like Evernote and WeTransfer. Further reading: Private Equity Hipsters Are Coming For Your Favorite Apps (20...
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Business Insider |
The best Fitbits of 2025 We reviewed the best Fitbits to help you meet your fitness goals and budget, including models with basic tracking and smartwatch-level features.
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Boing Boing |
Palantir's CEO is not instilling confidence in anyone Purveyor of surveillance software that enables authoritarian oversight, Palantir CEO Alex Karp behaved very strangely during an interview with the New York Times. Appearing drunk on more than power and money, Karp lectured the Times to bow down. Palantir CEO Alex Karp's strange interview with the New York Times should raise serious questions about his credibility, not just as a public-facing executive, but also as the person helming a company embedded in the core of U.S. — Read the rest ...
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Boy Genius Report |
Why All Of Your Devices Use USB-C Ports Now USB-C has become an industry standard, ending a tech era plagued by myriad connector types. Why has this occurred, and what are the benefits?
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Neowin |
Windows 11 is getting a redesigned Run dialog There is some very good news for those who think Windows 11's Run dialog looks a bit outdated and old-school.
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Business Insider |
The 12 best slippers for men in 2025, including plush shearling pairs and comfortable slip-ons We tested pairs, researched, and spoke with a podiatrist to determine the men's best slippers. Our favorites are from Bombas, Allbirds, and more.
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Business Insider |
Roborock Saros 10R robot vacuum and mop review: A slim and capable cleaning warrior on hard floors After months of use, the Roborock Saros 10R is a powerful, feature-packed robot mop and vacuum that excels at cleaning and avoiding obstacles.
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Ars Technica |
Researchers find what makes AI chatbots politically persuasive A massive study of political persuasion shows AIs have, at best, a weak effect.
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TechCrunch |
Musk says new Tesla software allows texting and driving, which is illegal in most states Texting while driving is banned in nearly every state, even with the use of advanced driver-assistance systems like Tesla's Full Self-Driving (Supervised) software.
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9to5Mac |
Rumor Replay: iPhone 17e design changes, Mac chips via Intel, more This is Rumor Replay, a weekly column at 9to5Mac offering a quick rundown of the most recent Apple product rumors, with analysis and commentary. Today: iPhone 17e design changes, Intel producing M-class chips, and ChatGPT integrating with Apple Health. Here are this week’s Apple rumors.
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Techdirt |
A Surveillance Mandate Disguised As Child Safety: Why The GUARD Act Won’t Keep Us Safe A new bill sponsored by Sen. Hawley (R-MO), Sen. Blumenthal (D-CT), Sen. Britt (R-AL), Sen. Warner (D-VA), and Sen. Murphy (D-CT) would require AI chatbots to verify all users’ ages, prohibit minors from using AI tools, and implement steep criminal penalties for chatbots that promote or solicit certain harms. That might sound reasonable at first, but behind […]
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MakeUseOf |
This free screen recorder feels so native it puts Microsoft’s tools to shame This is the most “Windows-y” third-party screen recorder I’ve used.
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Gizmodo |
Soundpeats Air5 Pro+ Review: Why Are You Still Buying AirPods? For $130 you can get some of the best-sounding wireless earbuds I've listened to all year.
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Neowin |
[Price Drop] Cheat Happens Premium lets you blaze through games, now at 65% off Cheat your way to unlimited access to 27,000+ trainers and over 6,000 PC games including Battlefield 1 and more.
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TechRadar - All the la... |
CEOs are warning AI adoption and spending should be more strategic Tech companies need to make calculated, strategic decisions about AI’s next phases.
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9to5Mac |
Rivian to add Apple Wallet car keys support with upcoming R1T and R1S software update Rivian’s Chief Software Officer Wassym Bensaid confirmed today that the .46 OTA update will bring Digital Key support to the second-generation R1S and R1T. Here’s what that means.
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Gizmodo |
Palmer Luckey Wants to Take War Underground "People think it's some kind of crazy, crazy, nutty thing," said Luckey.
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TechRadar - All the la... |
I went hands-on with Hengbot Sirius, an AI robot that left me wanting more It's a bit tipsy
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Ars Technica |
Why won’t Steam Machine support HDMI 2.1? Digging in on the display standard drama. Valve tells Ars its "trying to unblock" limits caused by open source driver issues.
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The Register |
Twins who hacked State Dept hired to work for gov again, now charged with deleting databases And then they asked an AI to help cover their tracks Vetting staff who handle sensitive government systems is wise, and so is cutting off their access the moment they're fired. Prosecutors say a federal contractor learned this the hard way when twin brothers previously convicted of hacking-related offenses allegedly used lingering access to delete nearly 100 government databases, including systems tied to Homeland Security and other agencies, within minutes of being terminated.…
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Business Insider |
We rounded up 52 stocking stuffers that are delightful, useful, or a little bit of both. We've rounded up 52 stocking stuffers that are delightful, useful, or a little bit of both.
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Neowin |
Sony will be publishing a new co-op shooter by Left 4 Dead creator Sony has announced a partnership with Bad Robot Games for its debut project, which is being directed by the mind behind Left 4 Dead, Mike Booth.
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Mashable! |
People negatively judge others who glitch on video calls, according to study A new Cornell study finds that video glitches can exacerbate inequality and lead to unfavorable outcomes for things like interviews, doctor interviews, and court hearings.
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TechRadar - All the la... |
Amazon slashes the original Blink Mini to a ridiculously low £10 Amazon slashes the price of the Blink Mini down to just £9.99.
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Mashable! |
ChatGPT users rage about ads. OpenAI says theyre something else. ChatGPT users are complaining about seeing things that seem like ads in their chats.
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Gizmodo |
‘Five Nights at Freddy’s 2’ Is at Its Best When It’s Not Bogged Down by Video Game Lore Blumhouse follows up its 2023 smash with more animatronic mayhem in a story that tries to have it both ways.
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AppleInsider News |
M5 MacBook Pro with 24GB RAM drops to record-low $1,499 ($300 off) Apple's new M5 MacBook Pro with 24GB of RAM is back for $1,499, a discount of $300 off MSRP. Plus, save $250 on two 32GB RAM models for a limited time only.Get the best price ever on Apple's M5 MacBook Pro 24GB - Image credit: AppleThe exclusive deals can be activated through the pricing links in this post or via our M5 MacBook Pro Price Guide. Kicking off the sale is the M5 14-inch MacBook Pro with an upgrade to 24GB of RAM for $1,499.Buy M5 MacBook Pro 24GB for $1,499 Continue Reading on Apple...
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Digital Trends |
Android phones can warn you if you open financial apps during a scam call Android’s in-call protection now activates during suspicious calls involving financial apps. If you open a banking or payment app while on the line with an unfamiliar number, your phone will warn you, pause actions for 30 seconds, and offer quick safety options. The post Android phones can warn you if you open financial apps during a scam call appeared first on Digital Trends.
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Digital Trends |
Logitech just gave your wallet some good news Logitech’s CEO recently said the company has no plans for more price hikes and is steering clear of flashy AI gadgets. That could keep your next PC accessory purchase easier on the wallet. The post Logitech just gave your wallet some good news appeared first on Digital Trends.
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The Guardian |
Google’s AI Nano Banana Pro accused of generating racialised ‘white saviour’ visuals Research finds tool depicts white women surrounded by black children when prompted about humanitarian aid in AfricaNano Banana Pro, Google’s new AI-powered image generator, has been accused of creating racialised and “white saviour” visuals in response to prompts about humanitarian aid in Africa – and sometimes appends the logos of large charities.Asking the tool tens of times to generate an image for the prompt “volunteer helps children in Africa” yielded, with two exceptions, a pic...
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Android Police - Andro... |
The OnePlus 15 is finally available to pre-order in the US And it brings gifts worth the wait
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Thurrott.com |
Microsoft 365 Commercial is Getting More Expensive in 2026 In July 2026, Microsoft will raise the price of most Microsoft 365 commercial subscription tiers, some dramatically. The post Microsoft 365 Commercial is Getting More Expensive in 2026 appeared first on Thurrott.com.
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TweakTown News |
After coming to Xbox, MLB The Show is now officially coming to mobile Following a successful launch on Xbox, Sony's San Diego studio is now bringing MLB The Show to mobile devices with a standalone, dedicated version.Continue reading at TweakTown
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Neowin |
Path of Exile 2: The Last of the Druids has shapeshifters, dungeon crafting, and more ARPG fans have a massive content injection waiting for them in Path of Exile 2. Grinding Gear Games is adding a Druid class with three animal forms, a brand-new league, and much more.
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TechRadar - All the la... |
AWS Graviton5 is its most powerful and efficient CPU to date - and could mean big changes for your key cloud workloads Fastest and more efficient performance for AI workloads is coming with AWS Graviton5.
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Mashable! |
The 7 best Amazon Echo devices of 2025 — and which ones should make your Christmas list We curated the best Amazon Echo devices, from the latest Echo Dot to the most popular Echo Show. Read up on our favorites and find one for your home.
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Android Police - Andro... |
One UI 8 update finally finds its way to the Galaxy Watch 6 in the US It's worth checking out
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Slashdot |
Microsoft 'Mitigates' Windows LNK Flaw Exploited As Zero-Day joshuark shares a report from BleepingComputer: Microsoft has silently "mitigated" a high-severity Windows LNK vulnerability exploited by multiple state-backed and cybercrime hacking groups in zero-day attacks. Tracked as CVE-2025-9491, this security flaw allows attackers to hide malicious commands within Windows LNK files, which can be used to deploy malware and gain persistence on compromised devices. However, the attacks require user interaction to succeed, as they involve tricking potential ...
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Boy Genius Report |
Christian Bale's One Condition To Play Batman Again For The Dark Knight 4 Makes Total Sense It's been over a decade since Christian Bale last played Batman, but his performance still keeps fans wanting more. Bale has his own opinion about that.
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9to5Mac |
Maybe a design blow-up is just what Apple needed With Alan Dye departing for Meta and leaving a hollowed-out design division behind him, his replacement, Stephen Lemay, will have a rare opportunity to rebuild the company’s design culture from the inside out.
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Mashable! |
I tested 25 robot vacuum and mop combos and found 6 that actually scrub I've tested 25+ mopping robot vacuums on my own apartment floors. My top recommendations for 2025 include Dreame, Roborock, and iRobot.
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Tom's Hardware |
AI boom forces delays on Transcend SSDs, SD cards and flash drives — SanDisk and Samsung short on supplying NAND chips Transcend's wares on hold due to AI-induced NAND chip shortage
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Business Insider |
A US aircraft carrier's hard turn to avoid enemy fire surprised sailors and sent a jet with bad brakes into the sea The $60 million F/A-18 and a tow tractor slid off the USS Harry S. Truman while it evaded a Houthi missile attack, new documents show.
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MakeUseOf |
The first color Kindle Scribe is set to launch on December 10 The new Kindle Scribes are thinner, lighter, and easier to write on, with color and AI tools to help keep your notes organized.
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Business Insider |
A Navy warship mistook US fighter jets for enemy missiles and opened fire. The targeted pilot saw his life flash before his eyes. New documents reveal how the USS Gettysburg shot down an F/A-18 and nearly hit a second one above the Red Sea last year.
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Business Insider |
Investigators found Hegseth had a 'unique' system installed so he could use his personal cellphone from inside his secure Pentagon office The Pentagon watchdog report on Hegseth's use of Signal revealed he had a "unique" system to access his personal cell phone inside his secure office.
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Gizmodo |
Chatbots Show Promise in Swaying Voters, Researchers Find How far are we from a chatbot president?
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MakeUseOf |
My home security improved when I removed these 4 smart gadgets It felt safer in my house with these gone.
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The Guardian |
Chatbots can sway political opinions but are ‘substantially’ inaccurate, study finds ‘Information-dense’ AI responses are most persuasive but these tend to be less accurate, says security reportChatbots can sway people’s political opinions but the most persuasive artificial intelligence models deliver “substantial” amounts of inaccurate information in the process, according to the UK government’s AI security body.Researchers said the study was the largest and most systematic investigation of AI persuasiveness to date, involving nearly 80,000 British participants hold...
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Mashable! |
Grindr for lesbians? Here are the best dating apps for LGBTQ women. Looking for love, friends, or casual fun? We've curated a list of the best dating apps for lesbians, from HER to Hinge.
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Business Insider |
Read Business Insider's stories and watch our video after nearly 200 interviews with workers over 80 This year, Business Insider interviewed nearly 200 American workers over the age of 80. See the full project.
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Mashable! |
Amazon Scribe and Scribe Colorsoft launch date announced: New e-readers will finally be available soon Amazon has officially provided a launch date for the Kindle Scribe Colorsoft. First announced on Sept. 30, the new Kindle Scribe and Kindle Scribe Colorsoft will finally be available for purchase on Dec. 10.
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Boy Genius Report |
Apple Music Now Supports Sharing Lyrics And Songs To WhatsApp Status Apple Music continues to catch up with Spotify, now giving subscribers the ability to share songs and lyrics to WhatsApp Status.
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GeekWire |
OpenAI CEO reportedly turned to a Seattle startup in quest to challenge SpaceX on the space data frontier OpenAI CEO Sam Altman's interest in orbital data centers led him to look into investing in Stoke Space, according to The Wall Street Journal. Read More
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CyberScoop |
Sean Plankey nomination to lead CISA appears to be over after Thursday vote A hold from Sen. Rick Scott, R- Fla., over a Coast Guard contract appears to be the major reason why. The post Sean Plankey nomination to lead CISA appears to be over after Thursday vote appeared first on CyberScoop.
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ZDNet |
What does a blue USB port mean? I learned the truth behind all the colors, and it's wild Look closely, the colors on your USB ports reveal what they are capable of.
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TechCrunch |
From the NFL to Startup Battlefield: How Alltroo built a brand that wins On season one of Build Mode: Product, Meet Market, we explore what it really takes to get your product into the hands of customers.
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Neowin |
Xbox Free Play Days gains Destiny 2 expansions, Everspace 2, and much more this week Microsoft has five games and a bunch of Destiny 2 expansions to try out over the weekend on Xbox as a part of its latest Free Play Days offer.
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Business Insider |
Best Athleta coupon codes we've tested in December 2025 Athleta offers some of our favorite activewear in 2025. Save 30% on your next order with the best Athleta coupons.
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PetaPixel |
Chinese Photographer Known for Human Rights Reporting Faces Five Years in Jail Chinese photographer Du Bin, known for documenting human rights abuses in China, has been detained in Beijing and faces up to five years in prison. [Read More]
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Techdirt |
EU’s Top Court Just Made It Literally Impossible To Run A User-Generated Content Platform Legally The Court of Justice of the EU—likely without realizing it—just completely shit the bed and made it effectively impossible to run any website in the entirety of the EU that hosts user-generated content. Obviously, for decades now, we’ve been talking about issues related to intermediary liability, and what standards are appropriate there. I am an […]
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