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07/16/2023 16:00:00

I wish Google Pixel had the same software stability as the Nothing Phone (2) - 9to5Google

Android is an excellent operating system, but how good it is all depends on the device you’re using. Google Pixel phones have long been lauded for their software experience, but the Nothing Phone (2)… [Continue]

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07/16/2023 14:46:46

Microsoft and Sony sign deal to keep Activision's Call of Duty on PlayStation - CNBC

Sony has signed a binding agreement with Microsoft to keep Call of Duty on its PlayStation gaming consoles after closing the Activision Blizzard acquisition, Microsoft said on Sunday. "We are please… [Continue]

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07/16/2023 14:45:00

Ratatan - Official Teaser Trailer - IGN

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07/16/2023 14:40:29

Let's Talk About Windows Updating. Again. (Premium) - Thurrott.com

Microsofts strategy for updating Windows has been a moving target since the release of Windows 11 version 22H2, and its hard not to believe that the software giant has been making it up as it went al… [Continue]

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07/16/2023 14:18:39

Those new M3-equipped iMacs may come in October - The Verge

Those new M3-equipped iMacs may come in October Those new M3-equipped iMacs may come in October / It would be Apples first new all-in-one since the company released its colorful redesign in 2021. … [Continue]

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07/16/2023 14:00:18

16-year-old Team Fortress 2 has just beaten its own concurrent user record - Eurogamer.net

Team Fortress 2 has beaten its own concurrent user record, clocking up 258,997 players earlier this week. Whilst that may not sound impressive given the PUBG: Battlegrounds' record-breaking peak cur… [Continue]

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07/16/2023 12:30:12

I tried to relive the forgotten legacy of Halo as a Mac franchise — and it was a disaster - Digital Trends

Jacob Roach / Digital Trends There’s something so viscerally wrong about seeing Halo on a Mac. Apple’s computers aren’t known for gaming, sure, but Halo, in particular, looks out of place. It’s Micr… [Continue]

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07/16/2023 12:04:34

Sega Saturn is difficult to turn into a mini console, says Sega boss - Video Games Chronicle

Sega President and COO Yukio Sugino has said that the Sega Saturn is proving difficult to adapt into a miniature console. Speaking to Famitsu (translated by VGC), the Sega boss said: “The Sega Satur… [Continue]

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07/16/2023 12:00:00

iOS 17 Hands-On: StandBy Mode and Stickers Live Up to the Hype - CNET

On my home desk is an iPhone 14 Pro running iOS 17 on a MagSafe charger. The screen shows a giant clock that every so often fades into an alert for a new message from my friend. I can swipe up and do… [Continue]

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07/16/2023 11:58:53

‘Destiny 2’ May Have The Most Total Microtransactions Of Any Mainstream Game - Forbes

Destiny 2 Bungie While there is a general sense that Destiny 2 is overmonetized at this point, with prices creeping higher and chunks of content being sold separately, its also becoming about the s… [Continue]

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07/16/2023 11:48:27

A PSA About Diablo 4’s ‘Early’ Season 1 Launch This Week - Forbes

Diablo 4 Blizzard While at this point, Blizzard has been advertising far and wide that Diablo 4 season 1, Season of the Malignant, starts on July 20, theres a bit of a caveat to that which people m… [Continue]

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07/16/2023 11:10:54

Sega president says it's 'considering' more Sonic remakes and reboots - Video Games Chronicle

Sega President and COO Yukio Sugino has said that the company is considering more Sonic remakes and reboots as well as new titles. Speaking to Famitsu (translated by VGC), the Sega boss said that wh… [Continue]

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07/16/2023 11:00:00

Xbox Has Released A Minecraft 'Creeper' Themed Mini Fridge - Pure Xbox

Back in 2021, Xbox made the Xbox Mini Fridge a reality by releasing it as an actual product to fans around the world. It's since released a revision, and now in an update, it's launched a brand-new … [Continue]

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07/16/2023 10:56:25

Persona leaker says there is a Persona themed fighting game in the works - My Nintendo News

Question 1:Is there a new Persona fighting game? Answer:Yes. I did not say it was cancelled. But English is bad, so I understand. But it has changed a lot from 2015. I dont think it will resemble th… [Continue]

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07/16/2023 10:30:00

PS5 Heist Shooter PAYDAY 3 Will Seemingly Require an Internet Connection At All Times - Push Square

Always-online connections in games are becoming increasingly common, but rarely do they go down well with fans. Weve seen enormous backlashes to the likes of Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League, a… [Continue]

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07/16/2023 10:15:23

Rumour: Next Pokemon game could be related to Pokemon Black & White - My Nintendo News

Two prolific leakers Riddler Khu and Centro Leaks have been teasing that the next Pokemon game could have ties to the Nintendo DS games, Pokemon Black & White. The two accounts suggest that it co… [Continue]

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07/16/2023 09:30:41

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5 vs Galaxy Z Fold 2: Biggest rumored upgrades - Tom's Guide

The Galaxy Z Fold 5 is poised to headline Samsung Unpacked on June 26 , but before the foldable’s big debut, I think it’s important to remember the device that saved the Z Fold series from its dis… [Continue]

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07/16/2023 06:46:24

Pokemon Go Raid Bosses July 15-July 16, 2023 - Future Game Releases

Trainers, the Catching Some Z’s event is underway and new Pokemon and Shadow Pokemon are now spawning in Tier 1, Tier 3, Tier 5, Mega Raids, and Shadow Raids respectively. Niantic and Pokemon Go cel… [Continue]

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07/16/2023 06:15:40

Fable Narrative Lead Anna Megill Leaving Playground Games, Says a 'Heroically Talented Team' Remains - IGN

Fable narrative lead Anna Megill has announced she will be leaving Playground Games in August and that a "heroically talented team" will continue working on the much-anticipated reboot. Megill beca… [Continue]

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07/16/2023 06:09:03

Google Releases Cloud SQL Enterprise Plus for MySQL and PostgreSQL - InfoQ.com

Google Cloud recently announced the Cloud SQL Enterprise Plus edition for MySQL and PostgreSQL of the managed database service. The new edition provides performance optimizations for read and write o… [Continue]

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07/13/2023 23:44:02

Traveling to Europe? You may not be able to use Threads there

Meta last week launched Threads, its new microblogging social network that comes to compete with Twitter. While Threads is available in over 100 countries around the world, it’s not available in Euro… [Continue]

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07/13/2023 23:38:32

Google's Bard AI Chatbot Now Supports Over 40 Languages - CNET

Google made its Bard AI chatbot available to the public in May, during Google I/O 2023, but only in English, Japanese and Korean to start, with more promised. Two months later, the tech giant's ChatG… [Continue]

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07/13/2023 22:26:39

AI Is the New Firefighter: How California Is Using Technology to Prevent Wildfires

When it comes to fighting and preventing wildfires, California has been at the forefront of the effort. The ALERTCalifornia program at the University of California San Diego and the California Depart… [Continue]

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07/13/2023 22:13:02

Hydro Flasks Are Still On Sale for Prime Day, So Hurry Up and Hydrate

The cult of reusable water bottles is pretty intense. People ride or die for their preferred receptacle for daily hydration, whether it’s the #watertok girlies addicted to their Stanley quencher cups… [Continue]

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07/13/2023 20:46:04

Tello Mobile review: The low-cost carrier for those who don't use much data, with plans starting at just $5 per month

When you buy through our links, Insider may earn an affiliate commission. Learn more. With unlimited data options, free hotspot tethering, and prices as low as $5 per month, Tello Mobile makes a str… [Continue]

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07/13/2023 20:43:12

En su lucha por comprar Activision, Microsoft se enfrenta a otro desafío: el pulso de la FTC y la CMA

Microsoft y Activision Blizzard están haciendo todo lo posible para cerrar a tiempo el mayor acuerdo en la historia de los videojuegos. Estamos hablando de una operación de 69.700 millones de dólares… [Continue]

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07/13/2023 20:22:00

PlayStation’s Slick New Accessibility Controller Will Be Available by Christmas

Sonys gaming arm has long been fascinated by shapes. The fact that everybody else labeled their buttons with A or B meant nothing to the legacy tech brand, as the first PlayStation controller include… [Continue]

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07/13/2023 20:15:24

Explosive Exchange: FTC Chair faces off against hostile US Congress over Microsoft-Activision merger

What you need to know

  • The United States FTC recently lost its bid to stop Microsoft from buying Activision for Xbox. 
  • Although not directly related to this specific case, FTC Chair L… [Continue]

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07/13/2023 19:46:18

Netflix ventures into ESPN territory with Quarterback, its first partnership with the NFL

In its never-ending quest to offer something for every kind of streaming consumer, Netflix this week is trying something new: Thanks to its first-ever partnership with the NFL, the streamer on Wednes… [Continue]

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07/13/2023 19:29:16

Google Bard: The AI Chatbot That Can Do It All

Google has been at the forefront of the development of chatbots in recent years, which have become increasingly popular in recent years. Since its debut earlier this year, the tech giant’s Bard AI ch… [Continue]

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07/13/2023 19:20:00

ChatGPT enfrenta una investigación de la FTC por publicar información falsa

La Comisión Federal de Comercio de Estados Unidos (FTC) no se da por vencida en su batalla contra las tecnológicas. Tras anunciar que apelaría el fallo en su contra en la compra de Activision Blizzar… [Continue]

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07/13/2023 19:07:55

Generative AI Can Save You Hours at Your Tech Job

Science fiction gives us the impression that robots work within a binary: theyre either destroyers of the human race, or benevolent helpers improving our daily lives. Robot stories, for as long as th… [Continue]

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07/13/2023 18:37:16

China Is Cracking Down on AI: What Does This Mean for You?

The Cyberspace Administration of China (CAC) has completed new rules for the regulation of AI development, specifically in the area of generative AI. On August 15th, new rules governing publicly avai… [Continue]

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07/13/2023 18:33:13

Repetitive ads ‘damage brand reputation and purchase intent’

Repetitive advertising on streaming platforms can damage a brand’s reputation, according to a new study. Overexposure to the same ad campaigns was described as “annoying” and “disruptive” by partici… [Continue]

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07/13/2023 18:20:00

: Cat treats and Liquid I.V. What do Amazon Prime Day’s most popular items reveal about Americans? Quite a lot.

The dog days of summer have proved a boon for cats.You are what you buy. If thats true, Americans have revealed a lot about whats meaningful to them during Amazon Prime Days two-day festival on July … [Continue]

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07/13/2023 18:17:54

New in Chrome 115

Here's what you need to know:

  • Use ScrollTimeline and ViewTimeline to create scroll-driven animations that enhance user experience.
  • Fenced frames work along other Privacy Sandbox APIs… [Continue]

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07/13/2023 18:00:39

Chris Froome not ‘value for money’, claims Israel-Premier Tech team owner

Chris Froomes relationship with his current sponsor, the Israel-Premier Tech team, appears to be deteriorating, after the team owner, Sylvan Adams, said the four-time Tour de France winner had absolu… [Continue]

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07/13/2023 17:57:06

Apple claims 99% iPhone 14 satisfaction. Is that possible? (No). We investigate

A 99% approval rating is nearly statistically impossible. Apple says it gets one every year.  Key Points: 

  • In its May earnings call, Apple claimed that the iPhone 14 had a 99% customer sati… [Continue]

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07/13/2023 17:55:44

Parents are curbing back-to-school spending for the first time in a decade as inflation bites

Gulliver Prep.Courtesy of Gulliver Prep

  • Parents are planning to spend less on back-to-school clothing and technology this year.
  • Inflation pressures continue to hurt parents' wallet… [Continue]

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07/13/2023 17:54:28

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has some fans on Capitol Hill — they just happen to be Republicans

Democratic presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and Republican Sen. Ron Johnson of Wisconsin.Jamie McCarthy/Getty Images; Bill Clark/CQ-Roll Call via Getty Images.

  • RFK Jr. might be … [Continue]

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07/13/2023 17:50:15

Samsung could challenge Microsoft by baking ChatGPT into its browser

  • The latest version of Samsung Internet includes strings of code suggesting that a ChatGPT integration is in the works.
  • Samsung previously banned the use of ChatGPT and other AI chatbo… [Continue]

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07/13/2023 17:36:42

Frank founder Charlie Javice gave JP Morgan millions of names and emails for college students she said were customers, but 'it was all fake,' prosecutor says

Charlie Javice pleaded not guilty to fraud charges in Manhattan federal court.New York Daily News/Getty Images

  • Frank Founder Charlie Javice has pleaded not guilty to federal fraud charges.<… [Continue]

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07/13/2023 17:19:29

The tech exec who eats exactly 1,977 calories a day as he tries to age backward says he has no 'desire' for cheat days — and it makes him 'sick' to think of pizza and donuts

Bryan Johnson says he's never been "happier" and "more fulfilled" than he is following his current strict regimen as he attempts to reduce his biological age.Josh DeAngelis

  • The millionaire … [Continue]

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07/13/2023 17:00:53

300+ Inspirational Art Business Name Ideas

Starting an art business and needing a name that adequately reflects your creativity, passion, and artistic flair? Choosing the right name for your art business cant be overstated. Its a critical fir… [Continue]

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07/13/2023 17:00:00

What People Are Getting Wrong This Week: Artificial Intelligence

The phrase artificial Intelligence was coined by pointy-heads at MIT in 1955. Back then, it referred to an obscure field of computer science devoted to then-hypothetical programs that could engage in… [Continue]

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07/13/2023 16:56:59

Prime Day deals on AirTag, Apple Watch, AirPods, Macs & software have been extended, save up to $2,000

Prime Day 2023 may be over, but hundreds of deals are still available on Apple hardware, from Apple Watch and AirPods to M2 MacBooks and iPads. Savings, which offer up to $2,000 off popular tech, can… [Continue]

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07/13/2023 16:46:10

OpenAI will use Associated Press news stories to train its models

OpenAI will use Associated Press news stories to train its models OpenAI will use Associated Press news stories to train its models / In exchange, OpenAI will give AP access to its technology and … [Continue]

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07/13/2023 16:45:51

FTC opens investigation into ChatGPT creator OpenAI

American regulators now appear to be clamping down on generative AI in earnest. The Washington Post has learned the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has launched an investigation into OpenAI, the creat… [Continue]

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07/13/2023 16:45:18

The Best Smartwatches for Tracking Sleep

We all deserve a good night's sleep, but this can often prove to be elusive for many. You might find yourself lying in bed, running over the day's events, worrying about the day to come, and wonderin… [Continue]

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07/13/2023 16:30:00

TSA Rolling Out ‘Voluntary’ Facial Recognition Program To Another 400 Domestic Airports

from the faces,-please dept Ever since the fall of 2018, the DHS has been threatening the American public with increased surveillance on top of the insults and intrusions TSA officers physically per… [Continue]

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07/13/2023 16:00:00

5 Nonviolent But Still Devastating Military Tactics

The words nonlethal and war seem to be at odds from the very get-go. Any idea about the general value of life is something youve pretty much got to shelve away if youre going to be of any use on the … [Continue]

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07/13/2023 15:50:08

Meta's VP of Metaverse says 'the metaverse hype is dead,' but that's OK

Mark Zuckerberg as an avatar in the metaverse during Meta's Connect 2022 conference.Meta

  • Meta's VP of Metaverse said the hype cycle for the metaverse is dead, but that's okay.
  • The … [Continue]

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07/13/2023 15:41:00

Earnings Outlook: AI will ‘fundamentally change’ Google search, Meta advertising: analyst

Technology company earnings reporting season once again will be colored by AI, particularly Alphabet Inc.s Google and Facebook parent Meta Platforms Inc., when it kicks off next week.Netflix Inc. … [Continue]

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07/13/2023 15:34:00

Sonic And Pac-Man Hori Split Pad Compact Designs Now Up For Preorder

The Hori Split Pad Compact is one of the best ways to play Switch in handheld mode, thanks to its slim design, programmable rear buttons, and back grips for added comfort. The quirky accessory is ava… [Continue]

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07/13/2023 15:31:18

Nothing Phone (2) Review: The Best Mid-Range Smartphone?

The launch of the Nothing Phone (2) feels different from the hype surrounding the Nothing Phone (1). Nothing is no longer an unknown quantity; its elegant transparent style, dot-matrix logos, and uni… [Continue]

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07/13/2023 15:12:02

How McDonald’s is serving up AI innovation

Join top executives in San Francisco on July 11-12 and learn how business leaders are getting ahead of the generative AI revolution. Learn More When you think about McDonalds, what comes to mind?  … [Continue]

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07/13/2023 15:00:57

There are too many MacBooks

Luke Larsen / Digital Trends There are too many MacBooks. With six options to compare, choosing one from the lineup now requires a deep knowledge of the marketing and technical materials — a lack of… [Continue]

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07/13/2023 15:00:00

Use Your 3D Printer To Make Gorgeous 2D Art With HueForge

3D printing is always surprising us with new and inventive ways of using the somewhat simple machines. In this case, there is a new software called HueForge that creates beautifully rendered 2D art w… [Continue]

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07/13/2023 15:00:00

Replace your old desktop with a Grade A refurbished Lenovo ThinkCentre for only $200

We thank our sponsor for making this content possible; it is not written by the editorial staff nor does it necessarily reflect its views. TL;DR: If you're in the market for a new computer, refurbis… [Continue]

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07/13/2023 15:00:00

Kurz informiert: KI-Unternehmen für Elon Musk, Google Bard, Schufa-App, VanMoof

Inhaltsverzeichnis Neugierig, nicht reguliert: Tesla- und SpaceX-Chef Elon Musk hat in Twitter Spaces sein neues KI-Unternehmen xAI vorgestellt. Er konnte dafür namhafte Wissenschaftler gewinnen. Si… [Continue]

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07/13/2023 14:59:15

EU rules on AI must do more to protect human rights, NGOs warn

A group of 150 NGOs including Human Rights Watch, Amnesty International, Transparency International, and Algorithm Watch has signed a statement addressed to the European Union. In it, they entreat th… [Continue]

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07/13/2023 14:58:15

The brain drain at tech companies is already bad and as Elon Musk's poaching of AI experts shows, it's only going to get worse

Elon Musk's new company xAI involves workers from several rival firms.ODD ANDERSEN/Getty Images

  • A brain drain among tech companies brain is underway right now, driven by the popularity of A… [Continue]

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07/13/2023 14:28:46

I’d like to blame Apple for my annual iPhone upgrade cycle, but I can’t

Sure, I’m a gadget guy who likes shiny new toys as much as the next geek, but I do try to refrain from upgrades for their own sake admittedly with mixed success. My biggest challenge is with the iPh… [Continue]

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07/13/2023 14:26:07

Should You Become a Pro Photographer? | The PetaPixel Podcast

This week, Chris, Jordan, and Jaron tackle a tough topic: If you love photography and are thinking of making it your job, should you go pro? This weeks podcast is once again sponsored by OM SYSTEM.… [Continue]

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07/13/2023 14:00:34

Best Drill: Top Picks for Your Work

If you buy something through our links, we may earn money from our affiliate partners. Learn more. Investing in the best drill is very important for a small business as it can significantly impact p… [Continue]

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07/13/2023 14:00:18

Best smart home security system with no monthly fee in 2023

Home security systems with no monthly fee deliver many of the benefits of a professional home security system without a contract or cost. Set up and configure the smart security devices supplied, the… [Continue]

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07/13/2023 13:50:15

Do you want a "free" ad-supported 55" TV set? Get on the waiting list.

Telly is an ad-supported 55" TV set shipped free of charge to customers willing to watch extra commercials, piped into a secondary display beneath the main one. The company says it'll ship out 500,00… [Continue]

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07/13/2023 13:40:35

Prime Day isn't done yet: The best deals still live

When you buy through our links, Insider may earn an affiliate commission. Learn more. Most of the deals from Amazon Prime Day are gone, but there are still a few great discounts hanging around if yo… [Continue]

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07/13/2023 13:36:11

US stocks climb as more signs of cooling inflation lift hopes that Fed rate hikes are near an end

Federal Reserve Board Chairman Jerome Powell speaks during a news conference after a Federal Open Market Committee meeting on February 01, 2023 in Washington, DC.Kevin Dietsch/Getty Images

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07/13/2023 13:35:39

Deals: $1,400 off M1 Max MacBook Pro, iMacs up to 30% off, M2 MacBook Air $929, iPhone 14 Plus up to $170 off, more

Save $1,400 on a M1 Max MacBook Pro Today's hottest deals include an iHome AutoVac Eclipse Pro robot vacuum for $147, 54% off an iPhone leather wallet with MagSafe, 53% off a JBL virtual Dolby Atmos… [Continue]

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07/13/2023 13:31:17

How Do Electric Cars Work? Discover the Main Components and Their Functions

Most automakers try to make their electric vehicles look conventional so as not to alienate traditional buyers, but EVs operate quite differently compared to combustion cars. Their propulsion relies … [Continue]

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07/13/2023 13:31:04

Ex-Twitter employees owed half a billion in severance, says lawsuit

Former Twitter employee Courtney McMillian has filed a complaint claiming the company owes $500,000 in severance pay to the thousands of people that were chopped from its once 7,500-strong workforce.… [Continue]

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07/13/2023 13:29:00

Bought A PC During Prime Day? Get Microsoft Office Lifetime License For $30

One of the most popular StackCommerce deals has returned. If you have a need for Microsoft Office, you're unlikely to find a better deal than the current offer. You can secure a lifetime license to M… [Continue]

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07/13/2023 13:15:08

95 Best Prime Day Deals Still Going Strong (2023): Phones, Laptops, Espresso Machines

After a full 48 hours, Amazon Prime Day 2023 is officially over. Whew, we made it. We hope you were able to find useful discounts among the Kindles, Echo Dots, iPads, LifeStraws, and other great deal… [Continue]

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07/13/2023 13:09:24

B.C. government hit tweet limit amid wildfire evacuations

A B.C. government Twitter account updating residents about driving conditions reached its tweet limit on a weekend it was sharing information about wildfire evacuations. The incident, which occurred… [Continue]

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07/13/2023 12:58:54

Business

A federal judge in America found that the Federal Trade Commission had failed to show how Microsofts proposed takeover of Activision Blizzard, an online-games developer, would hurt competition and de… [Continue]

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07/13/2023 12:46:06

If you're happy coasting at your job, you might be in trouble from AI

Peter Macdiarmid/Getty Images

  • Many US workers are "quiet quitting" and posting about their "lazy girl jobs."
  • Some of them may have to work harder to keep up when AI technologies en… [Continue]

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07/13/2023 12:00:25

iOS 17 preview: FaceTime, everywhere

Apple just launched its iOS 17 public beta, meaning you can test out the latest iPhone software if youre willing to live with a bug or two. Ive been using iPhone 14 Pro with the developer beta for th… [Continue]

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07/13/2023 12:00:00

What enterprises can learn about data infrastructure from Cruise driverless cars

Join top executives in San Francisco on July 11-12 and learn how business leaders are getting ahead of the generative AI revolution. Learn More Developing safe driverless car tech is a highly specia… [Continue]

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07/13/2023 12:00:00

Best Amazon Prime Day deals still available for 2023

Autoblog may receive a share from purchases made via links on this page. Pricing and availability are subject to change. Prime Day 2023 may be over but there are still great deals to take advantage … [Continue]

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07/13/2023 11:30:01

Remote work could wipe out $800 billion from office buildings' value by 2030 — with San Francisco facing a 'dire outlook,' McKinsey predicts

$800 billion worth of office space is at risk, caused by lower demand due to remote work, according to a McKinsey report. Based on a survey of 13,000 full-time office workers, the management-consult… [Continue]

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07/13/2023 11:17:48

Elon Musk says he told China's leaders that if a 'digital superintelligence' is created, it could take charge of the country

Elon Musk made a trip to China in May.Alain Jocard/Getty Images

  • Elon Musk's warning for China: superintelligent AI could take control of the country.
  • The billionaire said he told s… [Continue]

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07/13/2023 10:45:03

Warren Buffett va gagner 1 milliard grâce à ce placement malin

  • Berkshire Hathaway, la société dinvestissement de Warren Buffett, a acquis des actions dActivision Blizzard peu avant lannonce du rachat par Microsoft
  • Alors que lopération pourrait bi… [Continue]

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07/13/2023 10:40:53

10 Thursday AM Reads

Stocks Took an 18-Month Round Trip From Tech Bear to AI Bull: The same handful of megacap names that led the market down have been powering the latest surge. (Businessweek) Inflation Cools Sharply i… [Continue]

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07/13/2023 10:31:25

Google Bard is now available in the EU

Googles Bard AI chatbot is now available across the EU, following the tech giants compliance with the blocs GDPR regulation. In June, Google was forced to delay Bards rollout in the region, after th… [Continue]

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07/13/2023 10:30:07

Three signs that Wayland is becoming the favored way to get a GUI on Linux

It has taken about 15 years to get there, but there is mounting evidence that the Wayland display server may soon topple X11 as the most common way to get a GUI on Linux. We've reported on growing e… [Continue]

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07/13/2023 10:25:12

Free Tour de France live stream: how to watch stage 12 & 13 from anywhere

When you buy through our links, Insider may earn an affiliate commission. Learn more. Want to watch a free Tour de France live stream this week? We'll have you all set up in just a few clicks from n… [Continue]

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07/13/2023 10:22:51

The world is in the grip of a manufacturing delusion

Industry has an allure all of its own. From manufacturing you may expect the two greatest ills of humanity, superstition and slavery, to be healed, wrote Ferdinando Galiani, an Enlightenment thinker.… [Continue]

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07/13/2023 10:21:41

China controls the supply of crucial war minerals

In 2014tom price, a commodities strategist, visited a funny little building in Chinas south-west. It was a warehouse where Fanya, a local trading firm, stored metals including gallium, germanium and … [Continue]

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07/13/2023 10:19:02

The biggest problem tech leads face and how to overcome it

This article was originally published on .cult by Yasas Sri Wickramasinghe. .cult is a Berlin-based community platform for developers. We write about all things career-related, make original document… [Continue]

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07/13/2023 10:00:30

How we met: Taran and Cleo

When Taran met Cleo during freshers week at the University of Exeter in 2016, little did he know that she would become his best friend. I wasnt sure I was going to like university, he says. I didnt e… [Continue]

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07/13/2023 10:00:06

Using bigger AI training data sets may produce more racist results

Larger training sets don’t reduce bias in artificial intelligence Shutterstock/wutzkohphoto Many tech companies have operated under the assumption that training artificial intelligence on more data… [Continue]

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07/13/2023 10:00:00

The Dark Secrets Buried at Red Cloud Boarding School

When Small entered the cemetery for the first time in the summer of 2012, she burned sweetgrassa plant with spiritual significance across Native cultures. The sweetgrass brings the spirits in, wakes … [Continue]

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07/13/2023 09:59:32

Musk and Zuckerberg might channel their cage-fight anger on a new, shared enemy: ChatGPT

Mark Zuckerberg and Elon Musk.Getty Images

  • Artificial intelligence could become the next battleground for Elon Musk and Mark Zuckerberg.
  • The Tesla CEO said Wednesday that he planne… [Continue]

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07/13/2023 09:45:00

How Sound of Freedom Misrepresents Its Subject—and Why the Movie Is So Seductive

At the end ofSound of Freedom, a new movie that was released for a limited theatrical run on July 4, the credits roll and the actor Jim Caviezel addresses the camera directly, his face grim. I imagi… [Continue]

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07/13/2023 09:08:28

Mark Zuckerberg’s Threads? The app is vapid, boring and destined to fail | Siva Vaidhyanathan

What if someone invented Instagram without the cute golden retriever photos, without any of the fun? What if someone invented Twitter without any of the serious and snarky back-and-forth about news, … [Continue]

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07/13/2023 09:02:45

Colleges rely on honor system when checking sexual assault background of student athletes

At many of the nations top sports colleges, vetting athletes for past sexual misconduct and violent acts under a new NCAA policy boils down to one step: asking them. The policy was the national coll… [Continue]

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07/13/2023 09:00:16

4 fois où Meta s’est inspiré de la concurrence (et ça a marché !)

  • Threads, le nouveau réseau social de Meta qui cartonne, est inspiré de Twitter
  • Le groupe s’était déjà inspiré des Stories de Snapchat et des vidéos de TikTok
  • Mais il n’est pas… [Continue]

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07/13/2023 09:00:00

3 Tips For Standing Out In A Crowded Market

There are a lot of businesses out there. Post-pandemic, American entrepreneurs have been launching new ventures at the rapacious rate of several million new enterprises every year. Quickbooks estimat… [Continue]

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07/13/2023 08:54:00

Wie Bill Gates über die Zukunft mit KI denkt

Inhaltsverzeichnis Nun auch Bill Gates. Der ehemalige Microsoft-Chef hat sich nun in den Chor jener großen Namen der Tech-Branche eingereiht, die sich zur Frage der Risiken im Zusammenhang mit Künst… [Continue]

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07/13/2023 08:54:00

"Haben das schon mal hinbekommen": Bill Gates blickt optimistisch auf KI-Zukunft

Inhaltsverzeichnis Nun auch Bill Gates. Der ehemalige Microsoft-Chef hat sich nun in den Chor jener großen Namen der Tech-Branche eingereiht, die sich zur Frage der Risiken im Zusammenhang mit Künst… [Continue]

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07/13/2023 08:50:28

Paris Hilton dances through the history of the world’s greatest nightclubs

You might struggle to believe this, but podcasts are now 20 years old. They may no longer be the new kid on the audio block, but it doesnt seem that long since they took the world by storm. This, lar… [Continue]

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07/13/2023 08:30:45

Est-ce vraiment le bon moment pour acheter une PS5 ?

À croire que Sony fait toujours tout pour embêter Microsoft, la firme japonaise choisit pile le moment où MS annonce une hausse de prix de la Xbox Series X pour baisser celui de la PS5. En effet, le … [Continue]

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07/13/2023 07:30:56

¿No llegaste al Prime Day de Amazon? Aquí tienes las mejores ofertas en tecnología de PcComponentes, El Corte Inglés o MediaMarkt

El Prime Day de este verano ya queda atrás, pero no así las ofertas de otras tiendas. MediaMarkt, PcComponentes o El Corte Inglés siguen teniendo buenas rebajas en las que comprar ese televisor, ese … [Continue]

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07/13/2023 07:01:07

Google Bard gets bevy of new features as it opens up to more regions

  • Google Bard is now available in most of the world.
  • Bard now supports over 40 languages.
  • Bard is getting a handful of new features to help provide more customized responses and… [Continue]

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07/13/2023 07:00:24

Démarchage téléphonique : Google a la solution pour éradiquer le spam

  • Google propose déjà une option très efficace contre le spam téléphonique
  • La société perfectionne cet outil et prévoit notamment dajouter différents niveaux de protection
  • LIA e… [Continue]

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07/13/2023 04:45:57

How the Supreme Court's conservative majority came to be

United States Supreme Court justices are pictured in October 2022: Sonia Sotomayor (front row from left), Clarence Thomas, Chief Justice John Roberts, Samuel Alito, and Associate Justice Elena Kagan;… [Continue]

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07/13/2023 04:45:05

Scottish Open 2023: TV Schedule Today, How to Watch, Stream All the Golf From Anywhere - CNET

There's a strong lineup of big names set to grace the fairways of the Renaissance Club in North Berwick, Scotland, this weekend for the 2023 Genesis Scottish Open. Providing a stiff warm-up for next… [Continue]

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07/13/2023 04:35:38

NASA to store pair of probes it's built but can’t send to target asteroids

NASA's Box Full Of Old Tech It Should Probably Have Thrown Out But Kept Just In Case (BFOOTISPHTOBKJIC) was already probably the world's coolest collection of such cruft, but is now set to gain a pai… [Continue]

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07/13/2023 04:01:00

More crashes, fewer tickets: AAA tracks the impact of raising speed limits

The past decade has been a weird one for motorists. With the emissions era seemingly long behind us and modern chassis and tire tech far surpassing what was possible when the interstate system was fi… [Continue]

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07/13/2023 02:17:36

The 12 rarest Prime Day deals ending soon — get up to 43% off gaming mice, mattresses, and more

When you buy through our links, Insider may earn an affiliate commission. Learn more. Some products almost never see discounts you don't need to be a shopping expert to know that. In these cases, yo… [Continue]

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07/13/2023 01:49:14

This stylish Wear OS watch is at its lowest price right now

Prime Day isn't quite over yet, but it's winding down. Fortunately, there are still plenty of deals on tech gadgets available for you to take advantage of. The Fossil Gen 6 Wellness Edition is one sm… [Continue]

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07/13/2023 01:19:39

Loved ones of Buffalo massacre victims sue social media, gun and body armor companies

Loved ones of those murdered in the 2022 racially motivated mass shooting at a Buffalo, New York, grocery store filed what their lawyers described as a "landmark" lawsuit Wednesday, alleging social m… [Continue]

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07/13/2023 00:30:00

Binance commits $15M to Xterio to boost Web3 game platform with AI

Missed the GamesBeat Summit excitement? Don't worry! Tune in now to catch all of the live and virtual sessions here. Binance Labs, the venture capital and incubation arm of Binance, has committed $1… [Continue]

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07/13/2023 00:29:43

Announcing the winners of VentureBeat’s 5th Annual Women in AI awards

Join top executives in San Francisco on July 11-12 and learn how business leaders are getting ahead of the generative AI revolution. Learn More VentureBeat announced the winners of the fifth annual … [Continue]

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07/13/2023 00:21:19

Just like Cinderella's carriage, these Prime Day Apple deals go back to normal at midnight

Amazon Prime Day is about to wrap up, which means you have a limited window to take advantage of Apple's best deals. From AirPods to MacBooks, the tech stalwart is offering up many of its devices for… [Continue]

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07/13/2023 00:01:00

: FTC will appeal judge’s ruling clearing Microsoft-Activision deal

The Federal Trade Commission late Wednesday filed notice that it will appeal a judges ruling this week that gave Microsoft Corp. the green light to proceed with its $69 billion acquisition of Activis… [Continue]