I replaced Google Search with Opera's Aria AI feature and I don't miss the former one bit
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A new feature on Opera's AI bot has me using Google less and less.
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I'm a fan of Marshall speakers, but I didn't expect its earbuds to be this good
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Marshall is a name known by many in the music scene, recognizable by its sound. I tested its latest Motif ANC earbuds to see if they live up to the hype.
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Buy a one-year Costco membership for just $20 right now
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If you buy a Costco membership for $60, right now, you can get a $40 gift card to use in the store or online with this deal, so you can save on everything from holiday gifts to groceries.
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Apple executives Johny Srouji and John Ternus speak about Apple's growing chip business full interview
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CNBC's Katie Tarasov sits down with Apple's head of silicon Johny Srouji and its head of hardware John Ternus to discuss Apple's silicon business.
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The first minds to be controlled by generative AI will live inside video games
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Non-playable characters in video games play key roles but stick to stiff scripts. Gen AI should open up their minds and your gaming world experience.
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Learn how to play piano with these online lessons
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These premium piano lessons are for all levels and include thousands of instructional videos for just $150.
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I tested the world's first thermal phone camera with a 50Hz refresh rate, and here are the results
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The Xinfrared One XH09 transforms your Android or iPhone into a professional thermal camera featuring 2-15X zoom and IP65 rating.
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The best iPads of 2023: Expert tested and reviewed
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ZDNET has tested every Apple iPad model from the powerhouse iPad Pro to the portable iPad Mini to help you find the best iPad for you.
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Tencent loses over $43 billion in market value after China proposes new online gaming rules
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Netease and Bilibili shares also plunge in Hong Kong after Beijing released draft guidelines aimed at curbing excessive gaming and spending.
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Tech companies like Google and Meta made cuts to DEI programs in 2023 after big promises in prior years
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After vocal commitments following the murder of George Floyd in 2020, DEI programs in the tech industry are in broad retreat.
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How a 'smart calendar' changed the way my family stays connected
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In my constant battle to get organized, the Skylight Calendar ended up making the biggest difference.
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The 5 biggest headphones trends that you'll be hearing more about in 2024
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2023 was a big year for audio hardware, from new technologies to unique form factors. These are the most impactful innovations.
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Update your Google Chrome browser ASAP to get these important new security features
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The latest version includes a Safety Check tool that now runs in the background to warn you of compromised passwords or suspicious extensions - and so much more.
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Anthropic, the OpenAI rival, is in talks to raise $750 million in funding at an $18.4 billion valuation
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Anthropic, the OpenAI rival founded by ex-OpenAI employees, is in talks to raise a funding round of $750 million led by Menlo Ventures.
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Apple has stopped selling some Apple Watches on its website because of patent dispute
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"Following December 24, 2023, Apple no longer sells Apple Watch units in the United States with the ability to measure blood oxygen," a new message reads.
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Coinbase secures crypto license in France, pushing deeper in Europe amid rift with the SEC
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France's AMF watchdog gave Coinbase a virtual asset service provider approval, which is effectively a green light to operate crypto services in the country.
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The best iPad Pro cases of 2023
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The best iPad Pro cases include drop protection, built-in keyboard trackpads, and adjustable kickstands to protect your tablet.
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Everything you need to get organized in the new year
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Amp up your organizational skills in the new year with these must have apps, products, and services to keep you on top of your busy life.
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Apple halts Apple Watch 9, Ultra 2 online sales - and older model repairs affected
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Online sales of the Apple Watch 9 and Ultra 2 were halted days before the ITC import ban goes into effect, but now customers won't be able to get replacements for most older Apple Watches either.
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Tesla blamed drivers for failures of parts it long knew were defective
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Tens of thousands of Tesla owners have experienced premature failures of suspension or steering parts, according to a Reuters review.
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Electric scooter company Bird files for bankruptcy
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Bird, once valued at $2.5 billion by investors, filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection in Florida federal court Wednesday.
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Apple fails in bid to delay Apple Watch sales ban
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Apple has lost a bid to delay an impending Apple Watch ban, according to an International Trade Commission filing.
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Taking Further Actions in Support of the Coalition Price Cap Policy
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The United States is designating a Government of Russia-owned ship manager as well as three oil traders involved in the seaborne export of Russian crude oil. Today’s designations follow similar actions by our partners in the Price Cap Coalition to degrade Russia's ability to fund its illegal war against Ukraine while keeping oil markets stable. Traders and other participants in the seaborne transport of Russian oil must adhere to the compliance guidelines agreed upon by the Price Cap Coalition in order to use Price Cap Coalition service providers. The United States, alongside our Price Cap Coalition partner, is committed to tightening compliance and enforcement of the price cap policy on Russian oil, including by imposing sanctions on those engaged in deceptive practices and by updating our compliance rules and regulations as necessary.
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Apple's Vision Pro may launch in February - with its most sophisticated buying process yet
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A Bloomberg report suggests Apple is ramping up Vision Pro production and telling developers to 'get ready,' as the retail launch may happen earlier than many expected.
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The 43 best holiday Sam's Club deals: Roomba, Samsung, HP, Garmin, and more
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ZDNET is gathering the best holiday deals on TVs, headphones, monitors, speakers, fridges, and more so you can save more and search less at Sam's Club.
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The best cameras of 2023
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ZDNET experts gathered the best cameras for entry-level to professional users including top point-and-shoot, mirrorless, and DSLR cameras.
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SEC charges ex-CEO of medical device company with fraud, says some devices were 'just a piece of plastic'
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The SEC on Tuesday charged former Stimwave Technologies CEO with allegedly defrauding investors out of $41 million.
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Tesla drivers had highest accident rate, BMW drivers most DUIs study finds
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Tesla drivers had 24 accidents per 1,000 drivers during the period from mid-November 2022 to mid-November 2023, according to a study by Lending Tree.
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Southeast Asia's funding winter could end next year but tech firms need viable paths to profitability
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Venture capital firms in Southeast Asia expect fundraising to pick up in 2024, but tech firms must demonstrate clear and viable paths to profitability.
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Imposing Sanctions onThoseSupporting Iran'sUnmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) Production
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The United States is imposing sanctions today on a network of 10 entities and four individuals based in Iran, Malaysia, Hong Kong (PRC), and Indonesia, led by Iran-based Hossein Hatefi Ardakani, for facilitating Iran's procurement of sensitive goods, including U.S.-origin electronic components, for one-way attack UAVs produced by the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps Aerospace Force Self Sufficiency Jihad Organization. The United States is committed to utilizing all available means to expose and disrupt Iran's growing UAV development and proliferation, which destabilizes the Middle East and could prolong Russia's unprovoked and unjustified war against Ukraine. The United States will continue to work with allies and partners to hold individuals and entities accountable for supporting Iran's UAV programs. Today's designations follow previous U.S. designations of individuals and entities linked to the production of Iran's Shahed-series UAV that the Russian military uses against Ukraine. Concurrent with OFAC's action and following a multi-year investigation by Homeland Security Investigations (HSI), the Department of Justice announced the unsealing of indictments charging Hossein Hatefi Ardakani and Gary Lam with crimes related to an illicit procurement network and scheme to unlawfully export U.S.-origin, dual-use, and sensitive technology to Iran. HSI's global investigation identified a network of Iranian intermediary companies, front companies, and logistics businesses used to procure and facilitate the transfer of sensitive U.S.- and foreign-origin technology to Iran for its weapons programs. On October 18, 2023, OFAC designated Gary Lam, whose primary name is Lin Jinghe, for his support to an Iran-based procurement agent working on behalf of the IRGC-owned Saberin Kish Company. The Department of the Treasury's actions were takenpursuant to Executive Order 13382, which targets proliferators of weapons of mass destruction and their means of delivery, and their supporters. For more information on today's action, please see the Department of the Treasury's press release.
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United States-Chile Bilateral Tax Treaty Enters into Force
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A comprehensive bilateral tax treaty between the United States and Chile enters into force today. The Chile tax treaty is the first new comprehensive bilateral tax treaty signed by the United States to enter into force in more than ten years. The U.S. Senate provided advice and consent to ratification of the treaty on June 22, 2023, and President Biden signed the instrument of ratification in December. The treaty entered into force today when the United States notified Chile that it had completed the required procedures for bringing the treaty into force. The Chile tax treaty will reduce tax-related barriers to cross-border investment between the United States and Chile, facilitating stronger bilateral business ties. Lower tax rates will allow entities doing business in both countries to save money. U.S. and Chilean companies and industry associations have long championed the passage of this tax treaty, which will make Chilean companies more competitive in the United States, and U.S. companies more competitive in Chile. The United States remains the number one market for Chilean women-led and small and medium-size businesses. This treaty will reduce the cost of business for them, as well. The United States has 57 comprehensive tax treaties, covering more than 60 nations around the world. The U.S.-Chile bilateral tax treaty is only the second comprehensive income tax treaty in force with a South American country.
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How to create a drop-down list in Excel -- quickly and easily
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Want to be more efficient and proficient in Microsoft Excel? Here's a quick step-by-step guide to creating drop-down lists.
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How to use Bing Image Creator (and why it's better than ever)
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It's free, there's no waitlist, and you don't even need to use Edge to access it. Here's everything else you need to know to get started using Microsoft's AI art generator.
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How to find out if an AirTag is tracking you
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Apple's handy trackers have been used to track people's location against their consent, but there's a way to find out if an AirTag is tracking you. Here's what to know.
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Meta's stock is wrapping up a record year, spurred by cost cuts that followed a disastrous 2022
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Meta is closing out its best year ever for investors, validating CEO Mark Zuckerberg's "year of efficiency" declaration.
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Apple makes surprise decision to pause some Watch sales before Christmas over patent dispute
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The decision stems from an intellectual property disagreement between Apple and Masimo over the Blood Oxygen feature.
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Tesla to raise pay for hourly Nevada Gigafactory workers in January move could stave off union interest
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The adjustments also represent a 10% or greater raise for most hourly workers, adding anywhere from $2 to $8.30 an hour to their pay.
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Eve just launched the world's first Matter-over-Thread smart outlet. Here's what it can do
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Eve Systems is launching new Matter-enabled smart home devices, including an Energy Outlet, Light Switch, and Blinds Collection.
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How to use the iPhone's new Journal app on iOS 17 (and why you should)
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The Journal app can help you capture events, activities, and moments of your daily life. Here's how to use it.
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Is TikTok Shop safe? I bought a gift and was pleasantly surprised
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The price was right, my experience was seamless, and I wouldn't hesitate to make another purchase on the app again.
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Shares of Chinese AI giant SenseTime plunge to an all-time low after founder's death
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SenseTime shares plunged 18.25% in Monday morning, hitting an all-time low after the AI company announced the death of its founder Tang Xiao'ou.
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The techno-optimists and doomsdayers inside Silicon Valley's most dangerous AI debate
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The generative AI debate is dividing the tech industry and bringing terms like 'e/acc' and 'decel' into public conversations.
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Buy a Babbel language learning subscription for just $150: Last chance
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Want to learn a new language (or gift lessons to someone)? This limited-time sale on Babbel saves you over 70%, making it a perfect time to buy for yourself or as a holiday gift.
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Try Xbox Game Pass Ultimate for 1 month for just $8 with this deal
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Try or gift Xbox Game Pass for a month for $8 (down from $15) and play over 100 games including Starfield, Forza Motorsport, and Football Manager 2024 on your Xbox, PC, or mobile device.
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Get a Microsoft Office license for Mac or PC for just $30
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Access Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and more with this deal for 86% off Microsoft Office 2019.
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Generative AI filled us with wonder in 2023 - but all magic comes with a price
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Chatbots spun our prompts into gold this year - or something like it. Figuring out which is which and what else we need to watch for is next year's problem.
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Join Sam's Club for just $20 right now
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Buy a one-year Sam's Club membership at a big discount right now, and save on everything from groceries to gadgets.
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Fake TikTok accounts spread disinformation on Russia-Ukraine war to millions
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Fake TikTok accounts have been spreading disinformation on Russia's war in Ukraine to millions of people, new data from the Chinese social media giant shows.
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DocuSign shares spike on report company is exploring a sale
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DocuSign shares jumped on Friday after the Wall Street Journal reported the software company has hired advisors for a potential sale
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Activision Blizzard agrees to settle California case alleging discrimination against women
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A proposed discrimination settlement would lead to a $46 million fund for female Activision Blizzard employees and contractors from 2015 to 2020.
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Third Meeting of the Semiconductor Informal Exchange Network
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On December 12-13, the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development's (OECD) Committee on Industry, Innovation, and Entrepreneurship (CIIE) and its Committee on Digital Economy Policy (CDEP) held the third meeting of the Semiconductor Informal Exchange Network virtually, with the U.S. and over 40 economies participating. Launched with support from the Department of State's International Technology Security and Innovation (ITSI) Fund, the Semiconductor Informal Exchange Network convenes officials involved in industrial policymaking to exchange information on the current state of the semiconductor ecosystem and recent public and private industry initiatives in their respective countries. The Network also includes leading experts from private industry, semiconductor associations, and labor unions. The delegations to the Network's third meeting participated in exercises on semiconductor supply chain resilience to identify challenges and explore solutions. The OECD Secretariat will host a tabletop exercise in the first half of 2024 that builds communication channels to mitigate supply chain disruptions. It will present its work to date on building an agreed upon taxonomy framework and introduce its strategy to pinpoint crucial segments in the supply chain and resolve data gaps. The delegates unanimously welcomed the introduction of this methodology, which underscores the importance of mapping and examining interrelationships within the semiconductor ecosystem - a core aim of the ITSI Fund. Mexico announced its plans to host the upcoming February meeting of the OECD Semiconductor Informal Exchange Network. The United States is committed to working with partners and allies to expand global semiconductor supply chains and foster transparency and collaboration to make global semiconductor supply chains more resilient.
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ZDNET editors' favorite tech products of 2023
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ZDNET put together our favorite products we tested or bought in 2023 that would make great holiday gifts for everyone left on your list.
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Get a one-year Costco membership for just $20 right now
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If you buy a Costco membership for $60, you can get a $40 gift card to use in the store or online with this deal, so you can save on everything from holiday gifts to groceries.
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Buy a Windows 11 Pro license for just $25 right now
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Upgrade your PC to Windows 11 Pro now to get advanced security features and better performance at a major discount.
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Amazon courts sellers at China summit as Temu and Shein gain momentum
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Amazon hosted a summit for sellers based in China this week and announced a new "innovation center" in Shenzhen
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Four men indicted in $80 million 'pig butchering' scheme
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LA federal prosecutors said four indictments and two arrests had been made in an international "pig butchering" scheme that caused $80 million in damages.
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Intel unveils new AI chip to compete with Nvidia and AMD
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Intel announced new details about PC, server, and AI chips on Thursday, including Gaudi3, an AI chip for generative AI software that will compete with Nvidia.
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The best stylus pens of 2023
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The best stylus pens ZDNET has tested from Apple, Adonit, and others feature tech like palm reduction, tilt sensing, and shading to make your devices easier to work on.
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The best laptops of 2023: Expert tested and reviewed
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ZDNET experts have researched and tested options from MSI, Acer, and more to find top laptops with the best battery lives, displays, and storage.
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1Password now lets you ditch the master password in favor of a passkey
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You no longer have to create or memorize a master password or secret key to access your account.
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How to stop Dropbox from sharing your personal files with OpenAI
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If you've used any of Dropbox's AI tools, some of your documents and files may have been shared with OpenAI.
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Adobe shares slide on weaker-than-expected forecast for 2024
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Adobe's guidance for 2024 missed analysts' estimates for revenue and profit.
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GM's Cruise robotaxi unit dismisses nine 'key leaders' amid safety investigation
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The departures include leaders from Cruise's legal, government affairs, commercial operations and safety and systems teams, according to a company-wide message.
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Meta Quest 2 for $200 is my pick for best tech deal of the 2023 holiday season
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This is the lowest price I've seen for a high-quality VR headset. And for VR experiences, the Meta Quest 2 can do nearly everything the Quest 3 can do.
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How to auto-hide recent apps in MacOS Stage Manager to reclaim desktop space
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If Apple's Stage Manager is your preferred method of MacOS multitasking, but you don't like how open apps take up too much of your display, there's an easy way around it.
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South Korea chooses C-V2X to build next-generation road safety system
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The country has chosen cellular over Wi-Fi for the launch of its next-generation vehicle communication system.
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Apple introduces new iPhone security mode to protect against stolen passcodes
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Stolen Device Protection creates a second layer of security against your iPhone's passcode being stolen.
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Google's loss to Epic will likely have little impact in the near-term
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Google is likely to appeal its loss to Epic Games, delaying any changes to the Play Store for months to years.
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Epic CEO Tim Sweeney on why the company did better against Google than Apple in court
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Epic Games and its CEO, Tim Sweeney, have been fighting against mobile app stores and their fees since at least 2020. On Monday, they got a win against Google.
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Meta just gave its $299 smart glasses their biggest AI upgrade yet, and I'm beyond excited
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The newest Ray-Ban smart glasses, powered by Meta AI, can now process your surroundings and answer environment-based questions.
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The 110 best holiday deals: Apple products, TVs, laptops, and more
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ZDNET found the best holiday deals on headphones, smartphones, and other gadgets from Amazon, Apple, Best Buy, Walmart, and more for all of your gifting needs.
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The 89 best holiday deals at Newegg 2023
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Newegg is still offering plenty of discounts across their site on tech such as laptops, gaming PCs, graphics cards, and more ahead of the holiday season
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Oracle shares slide as revenue misses estimates
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Demand for Oracle cloud services is growing fast, but analysts had expected more overall revenue in the most recent quarter.
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Amazon drone delivery executive who oversaw safety, FAA relations departs the company
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Sean Cassidy, who served as the drone delivery unit's head of safety, flight operations and regulatory affairs, has left the company.
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More than 15% of teens say they're on YouTube or TikTok 'almost constantly'
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A new Pew Research Center study finds that more than 15% of teens say they're on YouTube or TikTok "almost constantly."
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Google Chrome will soon let users build custom AI-generated themes, including US cities
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Chrome users will be able to choose from a variety of options to personalize their browser, thanks to AI.
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Get a PDF reader and editor for just $40
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Get this $40 PDF Reader Pro to edit, organize, and more ahead of the holidays.
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Calm's new sleep story is 'narrated' by Jimmy Stewart, and it's spookily effective
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Is it creepy or heartwarming? Listen for yourself to find out.
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Japanese tech giant Rakuten plans to launch proprietary AI model within next two months
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Rakuten CEO Hiroshi Mikitani said the company is planning to launch its own large language model within the next two months.
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Elon Musk reactivates Alex Jones' X account after a five-year ban
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Elon Musk's decision to bring Alex Jones back to X comes on the anniversary week of the Sandy Hook shooting.
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Meta's Ray-Ban smart glasses look cool and work well if you want a camera on your face
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The Ray-Ban Meta smart glasses came out in October, and we reviewed them for you.
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Gift a Babbel language learning subscription for just $150: Last chance
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Want to learn a new language? This limited-time sale on Babbel saves you over 70%, making it a perfect time to buy for yourself or as a holiday gift.
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I paid $129 for this pen and it's spoiled every other writing utensil for me
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If you had to treat yourself to one thing during the holiday season, this pen from The Ridge will give you your money's worth.
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Finally, a tiny car charger that can power your laptop, tablet, and phone
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Looking for a car charger that can output a massive 160W of power, enough to charge all your devices? Baseus has one that passed my tests.
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EU agrees to landmark AI rules as governments aim to regulate products like ChatGPT
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EU institutions spent the week hashing out proposals to come up with an agreement on how to regulate tools like ChatGPT.
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Google weighs Gemini AI project to tell people their life story using phone data, photos
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A team at Google has proposed using AI technology to create a "bird's-eye" view of users' lives using mobile phone data such as photographs and searches.
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Google faces controversy over edited Gemini AI demo video
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It comes as the company races to challenge OpenAI's GPT technology.
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Sennheiser's budget headphones sound just as good as I expected, but there's one problem
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The Sennheiser Accentum headphones are the company's latest, accessibly-priced headphones. But it's not so much a one-size-fits-all affair.
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This GameStop deal is so good, it feels like stealing
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GameStop has girl-mathed its way to one of the best deals of all time, let alone the holiday season. Right now, you can get the deluxe edition of Doom Eternal on PC for just 98 cents!
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The best rugged phones of 2023: Expert tested
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ZDNET's tested picks for the best rugged phones can withstand shocks, drops, and rough weather, but still include newer processors, big batteries, and other features you want most.
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AMD stock spikes after company launches AI chip to rival Nvidia
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For the past year, AI chips have been dominated by Nvidia, and cloud providers and technology companies have been searching for an alternative.
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Tech Translated: Cyberphysical systems
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The technologies that connect the physical and digital worlds--such as the internet of things--can improve efficiency and safety, but are not without risks.
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Do you have an "early days" generative AI strategy?
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Organizations at the forefront of generative AI adoption address six key priorities to set the stage for success.
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Elon Musk asks Supreme Court to undo 'Twitter sitter' agreement with SEC
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Elon Musk is asking the U.S. Supreme Court to undo a settlement with the SEC that requires him to get approval for Tesla-related tweets
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Elon Musk considers reinstating Alex Jones' X account, backtracking on prior decision
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Elon Musk said he would consider reinstating Alex Jones's X account, potentially reversing a permanent ban of the Infowars host
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Tech Translated: Synthetic data
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Synthetic data--which is created artificially rather than from real-world activities--can maximize the value of limited or restricted data.
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The best automatic pet feeders of 2023
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The best automatic pet feeders can help if you're away from home often, forgetful, or want to make your pet sitter's life easier. We rounded up our top picks.
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Two breakthroughs made 2023 tech's most innovative year in over a decade
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After several years dominated by iterative product updates and government scrutiny of big tech companies, 2023 turned into a comeback year for tech.
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AI in 2023: A year of breakthroughs that left no human thing unchanged
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We recap the breathtaking AI advances of these past 12 months, exploring everything you'll need to know before hurtling into 2024.
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Google launches its largest and 'most capable' AI model, Gemini
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The company is planning to license Gemini to customers through Google Cloud for them to use in their own applications.
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Meta and Microsoft say they will buy AMD's new AI chip as an alternative to Nvidia's
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AMD's newest AI chip, the Instinct MI300X, could give big tech buyers leverage over Nvidia, if it works as advertised and is price-competitive.
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Jamie Dimon lashes out against crypto: 'If I was the government, I'd close it down'
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The JPMorgan Chase CEO lashed out at bitcoin and its peers, suggesting that cryptocurrencies should be banned.
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The 16 best holiday HP deals
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For the holiday season, save big on the best HP deals, including laptops, Chromebooks, printers, and more.
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Meta rolls out its AI-powered image generator as a dedicated website
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You can now tap into Meta's Imagine tool to create images outside of a chat in Facebook, Instagram, or WhatsApp.
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DoorDash can pick up and return your packages for free. Here's how
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Need to make a last-minute return this holiday season? Have DoorDash do it for you.
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Apple's market cap closes above $3 trillion
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Apple's value officially crossed the $3 trillion mark for the first time in June, and briefly touched $3 trillion in December 2022 during intraday trading.
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Elon Musk's AI startup X.AI files to raise $1 billion in fresh capital
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X.AI, an artificial intelligence startup founded by Elon Musk, has filed with the SEC to raise up to $1 billion in an equity offering
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Ex-OpenAI director Reid Hoffman says we still don't 'fully know' why board forced out Altman
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Reid Hoffman, who sold LinkedIn to Microsoft and previously served as an OpenAI director, said he's still not sure why the board pushed out Sam Altman
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iOS 17.2 will add next-gen Qi2 wireless charging support to iPhone 13 and 14
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Here's what this means for iPhone owners.
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These earbuds can last up to 140 hours per charge, and they're still on sale
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For its current price of $23, Baseus' MA10 are a steal, and a solid choice as your main earbuds, your backup, or the sacrificial earbuds you use at the gym.
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Satechi's all-in-one USB-C docking station does everything for $150
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Is it a dock? Is it an SSD enclosure? Is it a laptop stand? The Satechi Dual Dock Stand does it all.
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Rockstar Games publishes Grand Theft Auto trailer early after it was leaked on X
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The next game in the popular Grand Theft Auto video game will appear in 2025, more than a decade after Grand Theft Auto V.
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Uber shares pop as company is slated to join S&P 500
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The S&P Dow Jones Indices announced Friday that Uber has been selected to join the S&P 500 Index.
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Twilio lays off 5% of employees in unit activists want to divest
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The company has been targeted by two activists who are pushing for at least the divestiture of Twilio's Data and Applications business.
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The brightest flashlights of 2023: Recommended by experts
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Ranging from 1,700 to 120,000 lumens, these are the best flashlights that experts and enthusiasts say illuminate just about anything, for emergencies and more.
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Joint Statement on the U.S. - Austria Strategic Dialogue
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The text of the following statement was released by the Governments of the United States of America and the Republic of Austria on the occasion of the 2023 U.S. – Austria Strategic Dialogue. Begin Text The Governments of Austria and the United States held the annual U.S. – Austria Strategic Dialogue in Vienna on December 4, 2023. The Strategic Dialogue was hosted by the Austrian Foreign Ministry's Political Director, Ambassador Gregor W. Kssler. The United States was represented by Assistant Secretary for European and Eurasian Affairs, Ambassador James C. O'Brien. The meeting also featured senior representatives from the Austrian Foreign Ministry and the U.S. Department of State. Topics discussed during the Strategic Dialogue included global and regional security issues; the importance of upholding the international rules-based order; Russia's war of aggression against Ukraine; issues concerning the Middle East and the PRC; defending and advancing human rights and democracy; the fight against racism, antisemitism, and anti-Muslim hatred; support for Holocaust survivors; disarmament and non-proliferation; and the Western Balkans. In this regard, both sides fully supported the prospective EU accession of the Western Balkans countries. Austria and the United States expressed unwavering support for the sovereignty and territorial integrity of Ukraine, discussed the situation in the Middle East, and reaffirmed their joint commitment to and solidarity with Israel in light of the Hamas terror attacks on October 7. They reiterated their concern about the deteriorating humanitarian situation in Gaza and the need for unhindered humanitarian access and the protection of civilians. The Strategic Dialogue in Vienna focused on shared interests and values and the commitment to increased cooperation on a broad range of issues, such as the State Partnership Program between Austria and Vermont, apprenticeships, foreign information manipulation and other forms of malign foreign influence, and enhanced people-to-people exchanges, including professional development and cultural exchanges. The two sides noted economic relations between Austria and the United States continue to be strong, robust, and flourishing. As part of the Austria-U.S. Strategic Partnership, both sides emphasized the importance of transatlantic cooperation in addressing geopolitical issues and stressed the significance and contributions of the Organisation for Security and Cooperation in Europe to regional security. Austria, also in its capacity as a member of the European Union, and the United States are dedicated to strengthening their transatlantic relationship and reaffirmed their commitment to their shared values of promoting democracy and human rights. Both sides expressed a strong interest in continuing and deepening the bilateral strategic partnership. The parties plan to hold the next meeting in Washington in 2024. End Text
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This Motorola is still $200 off, and it's surprisingly capable
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It doesn't have all the bells and whistles, but the Motorola Razr (2023) is a solid, more affordable alternative to the thousand-dollar foldables we're so used to seeing.
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Lenovo's new pocket-sized ChromeOS PC could work with any display
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The Chromebox Micro is intended for use in kiosks and digital signs, but the mini computer isn't limited to retail.
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Meta's AI chief doesn't think AI super intelligence is coming anytime soon, and is skeptical on quantum computing
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Meta chief scientist Yann LeCun thinks the hype over AGI and quantum computing are misplaced.
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Crypto execs say the bull run is underway and could lead to $100,000 bitcoin in 2024
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Excitement around a bitcoin ETF being approved in the U.S. next year as well as the bitcoin halving is fueling a rally in cryptocurrencies.
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This $700 robot litter box changed my life
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Whisker's Litter-Robots automate a messy job while managing your cat's health, and now I'll never return to a regular litter box.
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LG's magical steam closet is still $200 off
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The LG Styler will refresh, sanitize, and dry everything from your work clothes to your weekend attire.
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Yes, you should buy a $1,000 Roomba if these robot vacuum features matter to you
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The Roomba Combo j9+ fixes most of my gripes with the j7+, but some new (and smaller) shortcomings have arisen.
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How $100 billion mining giant Rio Tinto is poised to benefit from the EV boom
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About half of America's copper supply is imported and that could jump to two-thirds by 2035, according to S&P Global.
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You should probably update your Google Chrome browser this weekend
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2023 has been a banner year for zero-day exploits in Chrome, and Google has patched its 6th one, calling it an "emergency."
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This Finnish startup's new VR headset rivals Apple's Vision Pro - and business users will love it
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Varjo's mixed-reality XR-4 delivers a 120-degree field of view, dual 20-megapixel cameras, two 4K displays, and gaze-driven autofocus.
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Why you need a NAS storage device for your aging computer (and how to back up data)
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Setting up the Synology DS723+ 2-bay Diskstation NAS was fast and easy. And using it as Time Machine backup storage was only the start of its many capabilities.
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Uber shares pop on inclusion in S&P 500
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Uber is joining the S&P 500 after the ride-hailing company generated almost $1 billion in profit in the past four quarters.
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Inside Apple's chip lab, home to the most 'profound change' at the company in decades
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Apple is upending much of the chip industry, designing custom silicon for every new iPhone and Mac. CNBC got a rare, exclusive look inside the lab.
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Amazon broke federal labor law by calling Staten Island union organizers 'thugs,' interrogating workers
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Amazon retaliated against employees for their union activities at a Staten Island warehouse, a National Labor Relations Board judge ruled
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'Data is the new wine': How enterprises can navigate data architecture innovation for long-term maturation and success
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The amount of data in the world continues to rapidly expand, creating new challenges for organizations on how to both manage and organize it effectively.
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This new Android feature lets you make calls without speaking - but it's limited for now
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Details are still a little sparse, but Google's new feature is a huge leap for accessibility.
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This $69 Android tablet is a sign you should stop overpaying for fancier ones
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For most users, most of the time, high-powered iPads are just money wasted. With so many great alternatives for so much less, here's one especially amazing tablet deal.
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Federal judge blocks Montana's TikTok ban, which would have been the first of its kind
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A federal judge in Montana has blocked a law that would have resulted in a state-wide ban of TikTok starting on Jan. 1, 2024.
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Read Linda Yaccarino's message to X employees about Elon Musk's controversial DealBook interview
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X CEO Linda Yaccarino sent a memo to employees that characterized Elon Musk's recent controversial interview as "candid" and "profound."
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Elon Musk hypes Tesla Cybertruck at deliveries event in Austin
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Tesla previously aimed to sell its base model Cybertruck for about $40,000 but on Thursday revealed the base model will cost around $61,000.
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The reconfiguration imperative
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Reconfiguring the industrial system to avoid the worst consequences of climate change will take audacity and practicality.
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This 16-port dream dock belongs on every creative pro's desk
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Does Satechi's Thunderbolt 4 Multimedia Pro dock live up to the hype? Yes, yes it does.
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I found the most comprehensive GPS sports watch for fitness tracking, and it's not made by Garmin
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Key hardware improvements give the new Polar Vantage V3 smartwatch some much-needed flare, but the performance tracking will be the most appealing to enthusiasts.
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I tested the best Mint alternatives, and this is my new favorite budgeting app
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With Mint shutting down soon, I needed to find the best new personal finance program for tracking my money and budget - and fast. Here's what I found.
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