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Musk’s Twitter Looks to Rehire Some of the Staff it Booted Last Week


4KGizmodo / 3h
Internal Twitter Slack reportedly called the widely-reported 3,700, or 50% cuts to Twitter’s global staff “The Snap” ala the famed dusting of half the universe’s sentient life from Avengers: Infinity War. Though as many internet folks were quick to point out, such a move would also lead to even more harm. Without 50%… Read more...

Doha Hamad Airport Expansion: Tropical Garden & New Lounge


2KOne Mile at a Time / 3h
In 2019, plans were revealed for a massive expansion to Doha Hamad International Airport. The first phase of this expansion is in the process of opening ahead of the FIFA World Cup. We’ve also just seen the opening of a new (temporary) Al Mourjan Lounge. Doha Hamad Airport expansion plans Doha’s Hamad International Airport opened in 2014. The airport had an initial capacity of 29 million passenge

Man eats 40 chickens in 40 consecutive days, goes viral


500+Mashable / 5h
People go viral for all sorts of reasons nowadays. Maybe they tweeted something funny , or made a sweary gaffe on live TV . Perhaps they fooled a bunch of people . Or, you know, maybe they just ate 40 chickens over 40 consecutive days. Tweet may have been deleted (opens in a new tab) The man in the photo above is 31-year-old server Alexander Tominsky from Philadelphia, PA. A few weeks back, he be



Finding last-minute domestic flights for elite status qualification


The Points Guy / 8min
As the sun begins to set on 2022, the time is running out to qualify for elite status. Even the best of us make mistakes calculating elite mileage accruals , so if you find yourself a few hundred dollars or a couple of flight segments off of your targeted status, you can employ the final, last-resort strategy: a mileage run . In this guide, we’ll be looking at the cheapest North American mileage

YouTube Shorts Are Now Slightly Better on Your TV


How-To Geek / 8min
Google’s answer to the growing popularity of TikTok was YouTube Shorts: short videos in (mostly) vertical format. The flipped aspect ratio makes them difficult to watch on TVs, but YouTube is trying to change that. Read This Article on How-To Geek ›

'Metal Gear Solid 2' mod adds a third-person camera to Hideo Kojima's masterpiece


Engadget / 8min
Twenty years ago this month, Konami released Metal Gear Solid 2: Substance , an expanded reissue of MGS2: Sons of Liberty . If you’ve been looking for an excuse to revisit one of the most important games of the 21st century , now is the perfect time. Over the weekend, modder oct0xor released The Substance of Subsistence , a mod that adds a third-person camera to Hideo Kojima’s masterpiece. If it’

Microsoft Teams is getting a major speed boost, you lucky things


TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 16min
Using Microsoft Teams should soon be a much quicker and smoother experience for users everywhere thanks to some new speed-related updates. The video conferencing service has announced a number of under-the-hood upgrades aimed at improving the user experience when navigating around the Microsoft Teams platform. The company claims that these changes should contribute to a 30% speed increase when sw

Travel app Hopper raises $96M from Capital One to double down on social commerce


TechCrunch / 18min
Evidently, the downturn hasn’t soured investors on the travel industry. Travel booking startup Hopper today announced that it closed a $96 million follow-on investment from Capital One, bringing the company’s total raised to close to $730 million. The fresh cash will be put toward several efforts, CEO and co-founder Frederic Lalonde said in a press release, including supporting Hopper’s new socia

YouTube wants to take on TikTok with Shorts—videos for your TV


30MIT Technology Review / 22min
YouTube Shorts, the video website’s TikTok-like feature, has become one of its latest obsessions, with more than 1.5 billion users watching short-form content on their devices every month. And now YouTube wants to expand that number by bringing full-screen, vertical videos into your TV, MIT Technology Review can reveal. From today, users worldwide will see a row of videos from Shorts high up thei

AMD is squaring up against the RTX 4080 - and might win


TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 25min
The RTX 4090 is the most significant generational leap we’ve seen from Nvidia, crushing the RTX 3090 and the RTX 3090 Ti with a price tag to match. Before the launch most of us expected AMD to topple this jump, but it won’t. Instead, the new RX 7900 series will compete directly with the RTX 4080. Frank Azor, the Chief Architect of Gaming Solutions and Marketing at AMD confirmed this during the RD

How to Print a PowerPoint with Notes


How-To Geek / 30min
Do you want a hard copy of your PowerPoint slideshow that includes your speaker notes? Maybe you want a physical copy to review on your own or with others. We’ll show you how to print your PowerPoint with the notes attached. Read This Article on How-To Geek ›

ENDING: 100,000 Mile Initial Bonus Offer For Delta Amex


View from the Wing / 30min
Right now the Delta SkyMiles® Reserve American Express Card lets you earn 95,000 bonus miles after you spend $6,000 in purchases on your new Card in your first 6 months. In addition with this card you can earn up to 60,000 Medallion® Qualification Miles (MQMs) with Status Boost® per year. After you spend $30,000 in purchases on your Card in a calendar year, you can earn 15,000 MQMs up to four tim

The 7 Deadly Sins of Making Thanksgiving Dinner


Lifehacker / 31min
Whether you’ve happily volunteered for the position of “Thanksgiving preparer” or it was thrust upon you when Aunt Judy died, cooking the big turkey meal is stressful and fraught with potential failure and disgrace—especially if it’s your first time. But you can avoid the most common, and worst, Thanksgiving meal… Read more...

Dear Sophie: How can I stay in the US if I’ve been laid off?


TechCrunch / 33min
Sophie Alcorn Contributor Sophie Alcorn is the founder of Alcorn Immigration Law in Silicon Valley and 2019 Global Law Experts Awards’ “Law Firm of the Year in California for Entrepreneur Immigration Services.” She connects people with the businesses and opportunities that expand their lives. More posts by this contributor Dear Sophie: How can students work or launch a startup while maintaining t

YouTube begins rolling out Shorts on TV globally starting today


TechCrunch / 42min
YouTube is expanding the reach of its TikTok competitor, YouTube Shorts, with today’s announcement that it will begin rolling out Shorts on TV to its global users. The company’s updated smart TV app will now allow users to view the popular vertical videos in an optimized experience that’s designed to feel more consistent with what users see on mobile, YouTube explains. This was a challenge given

These folks are working to bring more diversity to the venture LP investing pool


TechCrunch / 42min
When you think about diversity in the startup ecosystem, one area that could be overlooked is the limited partner pool. These are the folks who contribute to the larger funds or individual investments. They don’t necessarily have the same influence over deals that VCs do, but they are a key piece that provides the cash to grease the startup funding framework. Having more heterogeneity in this par

Shop the best deals of the day at Walmart, including an all-time low Roomba and Acer Chromebook


Mashable / 43min
Here are the best live Walmart deals of the day for Nov. 7: BEST HOME DEAL : iRobot Roomba i1+ (1552) Wi-Fi Connected Self-Emptying Robot Vacuum — $288 $529.99 (save $241.99) BEST TECH DEAL : Acer 317 17.3-inch Chromebook (Intel Celeron N4500, 4GB RAM, 64GB eMMC) — $169 $369 (save $200) BEST BF WALMART+ DEAL : Gourmia Digital Air Fryer (6-Quart) — $38 $99.99 (save $61.99) Walmart's Black Friday f

Apple's latest 11-inch iPad Pro has received its first discount at $749


Engadget / 44min
Apple's latest 11-inch iPad Pro has received its first discount, with both Amazon and B&H dropping the 128GB version of the new tablet down to $749. That's a modest $50 off and still rather expensive, but Apple only launched this refresh a couple of weeks ago. If you were already planning on picking up the device ahead of the holidays, this deal lets you save a few bucks over buying from Apple di

books0977:Princesse de Rohan (1741). Jean-Marc Nattier (French,...


Music, Arts & Literature / 46min
books0977 : Princesse de Rohan (1741). Jean-Marc Nattier (French, 1685-1766). Oil on canvas. Toledo Museum of Art. Jean-Marc Nattier became known for his portraits of aristocratic women presented as goddesses, seasons, or elements of nature. These allegories also showed the sitter relaxed and at ease, charming and delightful in simple garments and a natural setting. Here Marie-Sophie de Courcillo

Doctor Who Could Start Looking Way More Expensive Thanks to That Disney Deal


Gizmodo / 46min
Doctor Who has long had a proud history of trying to do a lot with very little money, and while gone are the days of wobbly cardboard sets and whatever the hell Erato the Creature from the Pit was, even to this day the show often has ideas much larger than a BBC budget can imagine. That might be about to change in a… Read more...

NASA Rolls Moon Rocket Out to the Pad for Lunar Mission


300+Futurism / 49min
Back on the Pad NASA has rolled out its gigantic Space Launch System (SLS) Moon rocket to the launch pad at the Kennedy Space Center yet again. The goal is to launch the spacecraft, with the agency's Orion spacecraft attached, on November 14, sending the uncrewed capsule around the Moon and back as the first test of equipment meant to bring the first astronauts back to the Moon since the early 19

Carbon Re spins out of academia-land to take on cement pollution


TechCrunch / 52min
Spinning out of top U.K. universities Cambridge University and UCL, Carbon Re just raised £4.2 million ($4.8 million) in a bid to tackle the gigatonnes of carbon emissions spewing forth from the traditional thorn-in-climate-change-side cement industry. The company says it is building state-of-the-art AI to decarbonize energy-intensive industries. It claims that its “Delta Zero AI” platform could

Fortnite x Polo collab is still cheaper than Overwatch 2 skins


TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 52min
The latest Fortnite collab was announced, and instead of a free concert, you’ll get to wear your favorite high fashion brand into battle. The Fortnite x Polo collaboration will be the next big event coming to Fortnite. From November 5, 2022, Fortnite players will be able to drop into the battle royal kitted out in the latest fashion. The skins and accessories are inspired by Ralph Lauren’s 1992 S


Kathy Griffin Is Trolling Elon From Her Dead Mom's Twitter After He Suspended Her


Gizmodo / 58min
Not a day goes by without Twitter owner Elon Musk stirring up a shitshow on his new platform. Over the weekend, it appears the billionaire was not amused when comedian Kathy Griffin changed her name to “Elon Musk” and swapped her profile picture to one of his. Griffin mocked him and began encouraging people to vote… Read more...

NASA Pushes First Operational Boeing Starliner Mission to 2024


Gizmodo / 58min
The first operational mission of Boeing’s Starliner CST-100 spacecraft to the International Space Station won’t happen until 2024 at the earliest, according to NASA’s updated flight manifest. The capsule, designed to carry crews to low Earth orbit, was originally supposed to fly in 2017 but has faced a series of… Read more...

Stolen $3bn Bitcoin mystery ends with popcorn tin discovery


41BBC News - Technology / 59min
James Zhong pleads guilty to the 2012 hack as police find stash of 50,000 Bitcoin.

Marriott Changing Airline Transfer Bonuses: Add Another Airline To The Devalued List


22View from the Wing / 1h
Marriott has myriad airline partners - at 38 it's way more than bank transfer programs. We're now seeing a change to the Marriott points-to-miles transfer bonus. Specifically, the hotel chain informed customers this morning that the bonus would no longer be available on transfers to American AAdvantage, Delta SkyMiles, or Avianca LifeMiles effective October 31. Transferring 60,000 Marriott points

Chinese chip designers slow down processors to dodge US sanctions


200+Ars Technica - All content / 1h
Enlarge (credit: Getty Images) Alibaba and start-up Biren Technology are tweaking their most advanced chip designs to reduce processing speeds and avoid US-imposed sanctions aimed at suppressing Chinese computing power. Alibaba, Biren, and other Chinese design houses have spent years and millions of dollars creating the blueprints for advanced processors to power the country’s next generation of

It Is Possible to Stop Your Cat From Scratching Your Furniture


Lifehacker / 1h
Cats are lovable pets, their antics entertaining and deeply memeable–but they can also be real jerks when they want to be. Scratching the furniture is one thing our feline friends often have a particularly infuriating penchant for, and it might not surprise you to learn that there’s no foolproof way to stop them from… Read more...

Nanoleaf Lines Squared Review: Lights Will Guide Your Smart Home


SlashGear / 1h
Nanoleaf Lines Squared takes the brand's previous stick-based lighting system and makes one simple modification to expand its potential exponentially.

Leaked Xiaomi 13 Pro Takes A Page Out Of The OnePlus Playbook


SlashGear / 1h
Leaked images and specs for the upcoming Xiaomi 13 Pro have been revealed, and the new smartphone's OnePlus-like design is a noteworthy aspect. Check it out.

The 5 Best And 5 Worst Xiaomi Phones Of All Time


SlashGear / 1h
Smartphone brand Xiaomi has created a massive amount of devices in the past few years, some of which have been great, while others have been stinkers.

SlashGear Asks: Would You Ever Purchase A Foldable Smartphone? – Exclusive Survey


SlashGear / 1h
In a recent survey, SlashGear asked participants if they would ever invest in a foldable smartphone, and the result was surprising. How would you answer?

The best credit cards for train travel


The Points Guy / 1h
Whether you’re aiming to reduce your carbon footprint or simply eliminate some of the hassles that can come with air travel on shorter trips, you may find yourself opting to travel by train more often than you used to. And when booking train travel, you’ll want to pay attention to the credit card you reach for. Many of our favorite travel cards also offer an excellent return in this space, but tr

Score a smart Breville air fryer for $70 off


Mashable / 1h
SAVE $70: As of Nov. 7, the Breville Smart Air Fryer Toaster Oven is on sale for $279 at Amazon. That's a savings of 20%. If you need a kitchen appliance that can do more than cook wings and fries, a basic air fryer may not be enough. Instead, opt for the Breville Smart Air Fryer Toaster Oven . It can air fry, toast a baguette, broil veggies, and so much more. As of Nov. 7, the Breville Smart Air

Apple could be changing the way we talk to Siri


Mashable / 1h
It seems Apple is firmly team "hay is for horses" because it's pulling the "hey" from Siri 's wake-up command. According to Bloomberg ' s Mark Gurman, Apple has been working on this improvement to its AI voice assistant for several months and plans to roll out the change either next year or the following year. You may be wondering why dropping a little word would take so long to implement. Well,

Marriott Bonvoy Devaluing Some Mileage Transfers


200+One Mile at a Time / 1h
Marriott Bonvoy is continuing to worsen the value proposition of some airline mileage transfers, which sets a bad precedent. We saw the first of these changes kick in as of November 1, and now we’ll see another change as of December 1. Marriott ends 5,000-mile transfer bonus for some partners One of the nice things about Marriott Bonvoy is that it’s the only hotel loyalty program where you can ef

God of War Ragnarok's Leviathan axe makes great use of this DualSense feature


TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 1h
God of War Ragnarok features some of the most in-depth accessibility options of any big-budget release of its type, including one heavily requested feature that the previous title lacked. The full list of over 70 customizable accessibility settings has been unveiled by Sony Santa Monica, though the stand out has to be the ‘Motion Sensor Function Aiming Activation’. Motion-controlled Leviathan Axe

Next Exit Embraces the Afterlife, But Still Wants to Negotiate


Gizmodo / 1h
Darkly funny and deeply existential , Mali Elfman’s debut feature Next Exit confronts questions of life and death with a sci-fi practicality that allows the emotional, character-driven story to unfold. Read more...

Don't Drive These Cars With Exploding Airbags


Lifehacker / 1h
The last thing you expect when you climb into your car is being hurt—or killed—by a device meant to save your life. For more than 276,000 Chrysler and Dodge owners with the airbags from the defunct company Takata, this could be a real risk. Read more...

The Continental on Peacock: everything we know so far


TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 1h
Key information - Expected to launch on Peacock in 2023 - Prequel series to John Wick film franchise - First season comprises three 90-minute episodes - Focuses on young version of Ian McShane's Winston - Thought to be set in the 9170s - Chris Collins acts as showrunner - Keanu Reeves among show's executive producers The Continental hotel will soon re-open its doors to fans of the fan favorite Jo

Last day to save with early-bird passes to TC Sessions: Crypto


TechCrunch / 1h
We’re less than two weeks away from kicking off TC Sessions: Crypto in Magic City on November 17. Yep, that’s Miami’s official nickname. Who knew? But listen up, crypto fans, because the bit of magic we call our early-bird special is about to perform a disappearing act in less than 24 hours – 11:59pm PST on November 7 to be exact. Don’t watch $150 in savings vanish before your eyes. Buy your pass

Can You Upgrade a Prebuilt PC?


How-To Geek / 1h
Prebuilt computers can offer a pretty solid value, especially when parts are scarce. But can you upgrade them like you could with a computer you built yourself? Read This Article on How-To Geek ›


Buying an iPhone Might Be Difficult This Holiday Season


How-To Geek / 1h
It has been difficult to buy many electronics over the past two years, from game consoles to cars, and the supply chain problems aren’t over. If you were looking to buy an iPhone 14 Pro this holiday season, your favorite model or color might not be readily available. Read This Article on How-To Geek ›

Realizing Its Mistake, Twitter Pleads With Fired Employees to Come Back


500+Futurism / 1h
Please Come Back Twitter's operations have been plunged into absolute chaos ever since Elon Musk took over the company. Last week, Musk laid off around half of the embattled social media company's staff, which was more or less expected. In a much more surprising twist, though, Bloomberg reports that Twitter is now begging some of them to come back — in yet another sign that the billionaire CEO's

Donald Trump's Truth Social Gets First Stock Market Bump in Months With Hints of 3rd Presidential Run


21Gizmodo / 1h
Donald Trump says he’ll ‘probably’ pursue a third presidential run. He dropped the rather definitive hint at a rally last week. In response, shares of the shell company Digital World Acquisition Corp. tied to Truth Social meaningfully increased in value for the first time in months. At market open on Monday, DWAC’s… Read more...

Consider the 5 C's Before Moving for a Job


Lifehacker / 1h
At some point in your career, there will probably come a time when you might consider moving for a job. And the decision can get more complicated if you have a significant other or kids. Read more...

Apple is reportedly working to simplify its ‘Hey Siri’ trigger phrase to just ‘Siri’


TechCrunch / 1h
Apple is reportedly planning to simplify its “Hey Siri” trigger phrase to just “Siri,” according to Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman . Right now, the quickest way to access Siri is to say “Hey Siri” and then add a command, but Apple is looking to make that process simpler by letting users drop the “Hey” in the trigger phrase. The company reportedly plans to roll out the change either next year or in 2024.

A sneak peek at early-stage startups exhibiting at TC Sessions: Space


TechCrunch / 1h
We’re not ashamed to admit that we get pretty darned giddy when it comes to space technology. It’s out-of-this-world cool. But there’s something else that really gets our pulses pounding, and that’s meeting the early-stage startups that are pushing beyond and reinventing the boundaries of space tech. If — like us — you fit the description, then here’s some exciting news. You’ll have the opportuni

Today's top deals feature the Breville Smart Oven Air Fryer, Acer Predator Helios 300 gaming laptop, and more


Mashable / 2h
Shopping for tech or home goods? Here are the best deals of the day for Nov. 7: BEST HOME DEAL : Breville Smart Oven Air Fryer Toaster Oven — $279.95 $349.95 (save $70) BEST TECH DEAL : Acer Predator Helios 300 15.6-inch FHD 165Hz Gaming Laptop (Intel Core i7, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD) — $999.99 $1,499.99 (save $500) Another week of early Black Friday deals awaits you, thanks to retailers like Amazon

Maybe we were valuing software companies the wrong way all along


TechCrunch / 2h
What’s a software company worth? It’s not an idle question, but one that underpins a huge amount of private-market investment and human effort. In 2021, the presumed value of software revenues grew, adding to a longer upcycle that pushed tech companies’ valuations into the stratosphere. Since late 2021, however, a decline in tech valuations in private and public markets has entirely shaken up the

5 great reasons to attend iMerit’s ML DataOps Summit


TechCrunch / 2h
The iMerit ML DataOps Summit kicks off tomorrow, November 8. Don’t miss your chance to gather online with more than 2,000 data scientists, engineers and top AI & ML speakers to learn about the latest in dataops solutions, connect and engage with attendees and expand your network. If you haven’t registered yet, here are just five great reasons why you don’t want to miss the iMerit ML DataOps Summi

This Video Proves The GMC Hummer EV Is Not As Indestructible As It Looks


SlashGear / 2h
The new GMC Hummer EV boasts a powerful performance (including its Watts To Freedom mode), but it isn't immortal. Here's how one YouTuber totaled a Hummer EV.

Electrifying EV Conversions Take Center Stage At SEMA 2022


40SlashGear / 2h
SEMA may be best known for pushing gas power to excess, but electric conversions are stealing the show in 2022 as old cars and new get wild EV upgrades.

Samsung's New "Back Tap" Gesture Gives You a New Way to Control Your Phone


How-To Geek / 2h
If you own a phone made by Apple or Google, you can enable “back taps,” allowing you to launch apps, take screenshots, and more just by tapping the back of your device. Today, Samsung added this ability to its devices with a new Good Lock app module. Read This Article on Review Geek ›

iFixit Now Sells Genuine Pixel 6a Parts


How-To Geek / 2h
Earlier this year, Google and iFixit teamed up to sell genuine replacement parts for new and old Pixel phones. These authentic parts allow you to fix your Pixel phone at home, without the servicing fees of a repair shop. And now, iFixit offers genuine parts for the Pixel 6a. Read This Article on Review Geek ›

New 'Stranger Things' VR Game Will Let You Take on Eleven


How-To Geek / 2h
The innovative game developers at Tender Claws have teamed up with Netflix to release a Stranger Things VR game late next year. The two companies confirmed the news at Stranger Things Days 2022. Read This Article on Review Geek ›

How to Speed Up Your Time Machine Backups


How-To Geek / 2h
Is your Time Machine backup taking too long? Speed things up with a macOS tweak, faster external drives, or by reducing the total size of your backup. Read This Article on How-To Geek ›

Why the best value in travel right now might be a cruise


300+The Points Guy / 2h
It’s no secret that the cost of travel is soaring. The cost of flying has surged nearly 43% over the past year. Even basic hotels and resorts are charging eye-popping rates for rooms this fall, with average prices in some markets up more than 20% . But there’s one type of trip where you can still find a relative deal: a cruise. Much to the frustration of cruise line executives, the world’s bigges

The Rivian R1S is an impressive electric SUV meant for adventures


Engadget / 2h
Rivian impressed car reviewers ( and us ) with its R1T pickup, and its R1S electric SUV is no different. The slightly smaller vehicle continues the automotive startup’s trend of building no-compromise electric vehicles meant for outdoor adventure. Living the life of an extreme camper, kayaker or cyclist doesn't come cheap: The R1S has a bank-busting price tag starting at $78,000. It might not be

Review: Air New Zealand Lounge Auckland (AKL)


85One Mile at a Time / 2h
To finish off my two trips to the Southern Hemisphere , I flew Air New Zealand’s Boeing 787-9 business class from Auckland to Los Angeles. Prior to that flight I had the chance to visit the Air New Zealand International Lounge Auckland, so I’ll be reviewing that in this installment. Air New Zealand’s lounge at its hub airport is quite good — it has nice views, a solid food selection, and barista-

How to Fix Your Torn Upholstery Without Sewing It


Lifehacker / 2h
Good news for those of us who suck at sewing: If you rip a cushion or seat, you don’t have to reupholster the whole thing. You can usually fix small rips yourself, but how you do it (and whether it lasts) depends on what sort of material you’re dealing with. Here’s how to fix a rips in vinyl and fabric without pulling… Read more...

Save up to $60 on your next Marriott stay with these two Amex Offers


100+The Points Guy / 2h
Editor’s note: This post has been updated with new Marriott Amex Offers. One of the best options for saving money and even earning some bonus points on a wide variety of purchases is by taking advantage of offers on American Express credit cards . It’s time to check your Amex Offers across your different cards to save on your next Marriott Bonvoy stay. Across both personal and business cards, the


Airbnb's 'Display Total Price' Tool Lets Guests See Listing's Actual Price, Including Those Dreaded Cleaning Fees


100+Gizmodo / 2h
Airbnb users are about to have a better sense of what they’re signing up for when they book supposedly affordable weekend getaway listings. Read more...

Cloudflare cut off this phishing-as-a-service platform, so it moved to Russia


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TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 2h
Phishing-as-a-service (PhaaS) platform Robin Banks has relocated its infrastructure to a "notorious Russian provider" rarely swayed by ethics or takedown requests, after being booted from the US-based CDN provider Cloudflare in July 2022. Cloudflare originally took action following a report from cybersecurity threat research company IronNet published in the same month, but new follow-up research

Best Buy has another PlayStation 5 restock at 12 p.m. ET — here's how to get one


Mashable / 2h
Set an alarm: Best Buy is restocking the PlayStation 5 at 12 p.m. ET today (Monday, Nov. 7). This marks the second time the hard-to-get gaming console has reappeared during the retailer's ongoing Black Friday sale, and once again, access will be limited to Best Buy Totaltech members. As a refresher, Totaltech is a household membership program that includes unlimited Geek Squad tech support, free

More Samsung Phones Are Getting Android 13 and One UI 5


How-To Geek / 2h
Google released Android 13 in August 2022, but it still hasn’t arrived on most Android phones and tablets. Samsung finally started rolling out the update to the Galaxy S22 last month, and now it’s showing up on more devices, like the Galaxy S21 series. Read This Article on How-To Geek ›

Amazon Has ‘Over a Thousand’ Rivian Electric Vans Already Making Deliveries


43Gizmodo / 2h
Amazon’s greenwashing efforts continue as the massive online retailer’s relationship with electric vehicle manufacturer Rivian hits its stride. Amazon announced in a blog post today that it already has over 1,000 electric delivery vehicles dropping off packages in dozens of cities across the U.S. Read more...

There Could Be Even More Spider-Men Coming to Across the Spider-Verse


Gizmodo / 2h
James Gunn talks about the potential future of Legends of Tomorrow and the original Suicide Squad movie in his new role at DC. James Wan confirms his Conjuring 2 spinoff is no longer happening. Plus, Stranger Things ’ final season reveals its first episode title. Spoilers now! Read more...

CUNY Graduates With Tech Degrees Struggle to Land Tech Jobs


67NYT > Technology / 2h
Students at the City University of New York are increasingly graduating with degrees in technology. A new report details the obstacles they face in landing jobs.

The future of manufacturing is iterative, collaborative and data-driven


20MIT Technology Review / 2h
Digital transformation has been positioned as a cure-all to many of the challenges today’s enterprises face. But to fully reap the benefits of a digital transformation, businesses need to do more than just adopt the latest tools and apps. They also have to change their attitudes, practices and processes around data and technology, throughout their own organization and in their interactions with p

Airbnb will improve transparency around pricing


Engadget / 2h
Booking a stay through Airbnb can be a chore for a few reasons. Chief among those is the fact it's not always easy to tell at a glance how much you'll pay for your vacation rental, since the cleaning fee or security deposit may not appear until after you click on a listing. However, Airbnb is at last set to make pricing a bit more transparent. CEO Brian Chesky wrote on Twitter that, starting next

Always Check the Australian Site Before Booking an Airbnb


Lifehacker / 2h
If you’re like most people, you get frustrated when you try to book an Airbnb listing only to find that additional fees put the property way outside of your budget. There’s a way around it, though. Here’s how to see the total price of your booking right on the search page. Read more...

Last chance: Earn up to 100,000 bonus miles with these new Delta credit card offers


400+The Points Guy / 2h
Editor’s note: This article has been updated with new offers. It’s no secret that TPGers love Delta Air Lines. With its luxe lounges and high customer satisfaction, Delta recently landed the top spot in our 2022 airline rankings . If you’ve been thinking about adding a Delta card to your wallet, this is a great time to do it. Delta has elevated welcome offers on all of its personal and business A

I earned a ‘free’ cruise in a ship casino — here’s what it cost, plus tips for getting comped


21The Points Guy / 2h
This is a story about gambling, even though I’m not much of a gambler. Before starting research for this story, I don’t recall ever playing anything in a cruise ship casino. However, this is a story about how I played the slots in Royal Caribbean ’s Casino Royale to earn a “free” cruise. Your results may differ from mine. Please gamble responsibly. I’ve always been intrigued by the concept of com

Points of View: Which credit card should you use for United flights?


The Points Guy / 2h
You’re about to buy a flight and you have a credit card with that airline’s name stamped on the front. That’s the best card to use for this purchase, right? Or would you be better served if you used some other credit card? You have options for earning extra points and miles when you pay. Conversely, there are options for enjoying additional perks during your flight. Some credit cards can give a m

Furious Elon Musk Pledges to Ban Anyone Who Changes Their Display Name to "Elon Musk"


500+Futurism / 2h
Not Owned When it comes to people making fun of him, " free speech absolutist " and new Twitter owner Elon Musk seems decidedly pro-censorship. Just over a week after taking the reins of the social network and declaring that " comedy is now legal on Twitter ," Musk about-faced and announced , like the assistant principal in "The Breakfast Club," that going forward, "any Twitter handles engaging i

European Union lay outs data-sharing plan to boost transparency of P2P rentals


TechCrunch / 2h
The European Commission has put forward proposed rules for short term rental platforms focused on boosting transparency and mandatory data-sharing — in what looks like a ‘softly does it’ approach to addressing concerns attached to the rise of vacation rentals on platforms like Airbnb. While P2P vacation rental platforms remain popular options for European citizens taking city breaks, they also co

Star Wars: The Acolyte adds major Squid Game & Matrix stars to its fantastic cast


40TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 2h
Star Wars: The Acolyte has officially entered production – and some major names have been added to its impressive ensemble cast. Revealed in a press release, Lucasfilm confirmed that the next big Star Wars TV show has started filming. The Disney subsidiary also confirmed which actors were joining lead star Amandla Stenberg ( Bodies Bodies Bodies ), who joined the project in December 2021 . Of the

Musk-led Twitter laid off some employees by mistake, asks them to come back


100+Ars Technica - All content / 3h
Enlarge (credit: Getty Images | Peter Dazeley) After layoffs targeting half the company, the Elon Musk-led Twitter is reportedly asking dozens of employees to come back. "Some of those who are being asked to return were laid off by mistake, according to two people familiar with the moves. Others were let go before management realized that their work and experience may be necessary to build the ne

The whodunnit fun returns in Rian Johnson's ‘Glass Onion: A Knives Out Mystery’ Trailer


Mashable / 3h
Wait no more! For those who have been anxiously waiting since the debut of Knives Out , Rian Johnson's standalone sequel, Glass Onion: A Knives Out Mystery , has arrived! The new Glass Onion trailer invites viewers to put on their Sherlock Holmes thinking caps for the return of an exciting whodunnit with Daniel Craig reprising his role as Benoit Blanc, the all-seeing detective. On a curious trip

US DOJ announces seizure of $3.36B in cryptocurrency


TechCrunch / 3h
The U.S. Department of Justice on Monday announced that law enforcement seized $3.36 billion of bitcoin from a man who “unlawfully obtained” more than 50,000 bitcoin from darkweb market Silk Road over a decade ago. The U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of New York said that James Zhong of Gainesville, Georgia, pleaded guilty on November 4 to committing wire fraud in September 2012. The char

Elon Musk Has Put Twitter’s Free Speech in Danger


46Wired / 3h
Authoritarian countries around the world want to suppress criticism and public opinion. Can this new Twitter fight back?


Two Marriotts Introduce New Employee Protection Surcharge


View from the Wing / 3h
Surcharges have exploded at Marriott hotels, as well as other chains. Whether it's fees to cover the light bulbs in your room , extra charges to cover a hotel's property tax or gotcha charges for paying a bill by credit card (even Marriott's own credit card). Still a fee per night that guests now have to pay to protect housekeepers at the Marriott LAX still surprised me. Continue reading ...

How Virgin Atlantic Plans To Keep Elites Out Of London Heathrow Clubhouse [Roundup]


View from the Wing / 3h
A roundup of the most important stories of the day. I keep you up to date on the most interesting writings I find on other sites – the latest news and tips. Continue reading ...

Audio-Technica's wooden wireless headphones have a unique audiophile feature


TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 3h
Audio-Technica’s classy 60th anniversary celebrations are continuing apace, with the Japanese brandtaking the wraps off what they claim to be world's first wooden wireless headphones that also boast a world-first hi-fi feature. The company resurrected their iconic portable Sound Burger turntable and also unveiled a high-end transparent set of decks last week as part of their birthday festivities,

Microsoft thinks China could be stockpiling cybercrime threats


TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 3h
China is hoarding a host on undisclosed security vulnerabilities to later use against its adversaries in the West, Microsoft has claimed. In a recent report , the company noted that China has recently changed its laws to allow the government to keep newly discovered flaws away from the public eye. That way, it would be able to use it later against vulnerable endpoints , when the right time comes.

Starlink is adding a 1TB data cap for usage during peak hours


Engadget / 3h
Starlink raised its prices this spring, and now it's increasing the costs for its most demanding users. As The Verge reports , the SpaceX-run satellite internet provider is instituting a 1TB "Priority Access" monthly cap for data use between 7AM and 11PM beginning in December. Cross that limit and you'll spend the rest of the month relegated to "Basic Access" that, like with some phone carriers,

Ten days of Twitter chaos


30BBC News - Technology / 3h
Elon Musk's first week-and-a-half at Twitter has been a rollercoaster of big changes.

One day all tech news will merely be updates to Twitter moderation policies


TechCrunch / 3h
Hello and welcome back to Equity , a podcast about the business of startups, where we unpack the numbers and nuance behind the headlines. Stocks are up around the world, which is a nice thing to wake up to. Crypto prices are down a smidgen, but nothing major. There’s FTX-Binance drama afoot , in case that’s your jam. On the Twitter beat, in the wake of rehires , Musk is tweaking his work on moder

New data shows how SaaS founders have been dealing with whiplash from public markets


TechCrunch / 3h
What a difference a year makes. If you are looking for proof, go no further than OpenView Venture Partners’ 2022 SaaS benchmarks report , which couldn’t be more different from the 2021 edition. Both reports come from an annual survey of SaaS companies, and with 660 global respondents, the 2022 sample doesn’t look very different from last year. But boy, the mood has changed. Among other findings w

HR platform WorkTorch raises $2.2M seed round


TechCrunch / 3h
WorkTorch , previously known as QuickHire, announced today the closing of a $2.2 million seed round led by Tenzing Capital . Along with the raise comes the name change, with the goal of encapsulating the business’ focus on employee recruiting and retention. Speaking to TechCrunch, its founders, sisters Deborah Gladney and Angela Muhwezi-Hall , said the rebrand was a year and a half in the making

Amazon is now replacing customers’ discontinued Cloud Cams with new Blink Mini devices


TechCrunch / 3h
Amazon is now offering to replace customers’ discontinued Cloud Cam smart cameras with a new Blink Mini following its decision earlier this year to shut down its Cloud Cam line of products and end support for the device’s associated mobile apps. At the time of the retailer’s May 2022 announcement, Amazon said it would email customers with information on how to order their replacement products, wh

Boosted by Twitter drama, Mastodon reaches 1 million active monthly users


34TechCrunch / 3h
Mastodon , the decentralized social network that’s increasingly being positioned as an alternative to Twitter, has eclipsed 1 million active monthly users. That’s according to CEO and lead developer Eugen Rochko, who revealed the milestone in a post on Monday morning. Germany-based Mastodon has experienced rapid growth since Elon Musk’s takeover of Twitter, with nearly half a million users joinin

SolarWinds says it’s facing SEC ‘enforcement action’ over 2020 hack


TechCrunch / 3h
The long hangover from a 2020 state-sponsored compromise still isn’t over for SolarWinds, as the software giant targeted by Russian government hackers has to pony up $26 million to shareholders and face possible enforcement action from the federal government. In a recent 8-K filing with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, SolarWinds said it reached an agreement with shareholders, who sue

Star Wars: The Acolyte's Cast Has Been Revealed


42Gizmodo / 3h
It was announced way back on May 4 of 2020, but the newest Star Wars TV series has finally begun. The Acolyte , set in the final days of the High Republic era, has begun filming--with what turns out is an almost shockingly attractive cast. Read more...

Lego's Animated 3D-Printed Duck Is a Sneak Peek at the Building Toy's Future


Gizmodo / 3h
On average, Lego produces about 20 billion plastic bricks and building elements every year, and most come from injection molding machines that are so precise that just 18 of every million parts produced are rejected. It’s the secret to Lego’s enduring appeal and quality standards, but the approach also has its limits,… Read more...

Web Apps in Chrome Won’t Blind You in Dark Mode Anymore


How-To Geek / 3h
The Chrome web browser allows you to “install” some web apps to your computer, so they can live your usual apps and games. Soon, they’ll work even better in dark mode. Read This Article on How-To Geek ›

Surface Laptop 5 review (13-inch): A beautiful design that’s almost run its course


Engadget / 3h
The old adage goes that if something ain't broke, don't fix it. Now while that's often sage advice, obviously there's a limit to how long you can keep something going — especially a gadget — before it starts to lag behind. And with the Surface Laptop 5, it feels like Microsoft is beginning to test that boundary because while the notebook is as sleek and elegant as ever, even with the inclusion of

The Six-Figure Supercar Aaron Carter Got As A Gift


SlashGear / 3h
Several weeks before his death, singer Aaron Carter had apparently received a $255,000 supercar as a gift from his manager. Here's the car he was given.

2023 Honda Pilot SUV Boosts Space, Style And Off-Road Skills


23SlashGear / 3h
Honda introduced a new Pilot SUV with more space inside, but with the same style and off-road drivability that we've come to expect. It ships in 2023.

Don't Eat These Recalled Nestle Cookies, FDA Says


22Lifehacker / 3h
Last month, Nestle had a different cookie dough recall for their Toll House Stuffed Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough with Fudge Filling. This time, it’s the Edible Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough tubs that are being recalled for concerns of having a soft plastic film inside of their cookie mix. The recall was made after… Read more...


Terrific Tel Aviv: 4 of the top hotels for every type of traveler


92The Points Guy / 3h
On a recent trip to Israel, the seaside city of Tel Aviv exceeded all my expectations. I had been told for years that it was an incredible destination filled with trendy nightlife, sunny beaches, cool hotels and vibrant street life. So when I found a good award redemption using Delta SkyMiles to fly Upper Class on Virgin Atlantic , I jumped at the chance to explore this gorgeous Mediterranean cit

Sweet Spot Sunday: Book a suite at the Grand Hyatt Bali for just 10,000 points per night


200+The Points Guy / 3h
It’s no secret that Bali is home to luxurious resorts that cost a fraction of what comparable properties would cost in North America. In fact, there are four luxury Category 1 Hyatt properties on the Indonesian island of Bali. World of Hyatt is one of just a handful of remaining hotel loyalty programs to still use an award chart. Unlike dynamic pricing, award charts lock in a fixed award price fo

National parks free to visit this Friday


400+The Points Guy / 3h
Editor’s note: This is a recurring post updated with new information. Friday is Veteran’s Day, and as the nation honors all who serve in the armed forces, the National Park Service is marking the occasion with its final free entrance day of 2022. On Nov. 11, visitors will be able to visit all national parks free of charge — even those that ordinarily charge an entrance fee. While the NPS always g

How to use the Bank of America Premium Rewards card airline fee credit


21The Points Guy / 3h
Editor’s note: This is a recurring post, regularly updated with new information. The Bank of America® Premium Rewards® credit card continues to fly under the radar , despite having the potential to offer the highest base cash-back rate of any rewards credit card. If you hold $100,000 or more in assets with Bank of America and/or Merrill, you qualify for Platinum Honors in Bank of America’s Prefer

Premium economy to Europe starting at just over $700 round-trip


300+The Points Guy / 3h
If you’re planning on booking a trip to Europe for early 2023, extra comfort on the flights over the Atlantic might be a good choice with these discounted prices. Right now we’re seeing some impressive deals on premium economy tickets on a long list of routes to major European cities for the first few months of the new year. If you live on the East Coast, you may be able to find round-trip airfar

Your ultimate guide to searching award availability for the major airlines


100+The Points Guy / 3h
Editor’s note: We’ve updated this post with new information. Becoming an advanced award traveler requires you to master two separate skills: earning points and miles and effectively redeeming them. By developing a portfolio of the best travel rewards credit cards , you can master the first skill. The second skill is more challenging. Here at TPG, we’ve devoted countless hours to helping you redee

The 5 best destinations you can visit on a Norwegian Cruise Line ship


87The Points Guy / 3h
Thinking of booking a cruise with Norwegian Cruise Line ? You have a lot of choices. The Miami-based line operates vessels in almost every corner of the world, with a wide range of itineraries in many destinations. You’ll find Norwegian ships everywhere from the Caribbean and Bahamas to Europe, Asia and Australia. The line is also a big player in Hawaii. For more cruise guides, news and tips, sig

The power of the Chase Trifecta: Sapphire Reserve, Ink Preferred and Freedom Unlimited


24The Points Guy / 3h
Editor’s note: This is a recurring post, regularly updated with new card details and information. Ever since we started covering the points-and-miles game here at The Points Guy, there’s been a continuous trend: Airlines and hotels have consistently devalued their programs and increased the number of miles and points needed for flights or award stays. Related: Pandemic-era devaluations: What’s ha

Clear’s JFK Terminal 7 lanes shuttered just weeks after opening


500+The Points Guy / 3h
Just weeks after bringing its expedited verification lanes to Terminal 7 inside New York’s John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) , Clear has halted its service inside that terminal. It was just over a month ago that Clear brought its ultra-fast security experience to Terminal 7 which meant it was operating in three JFK terminals at the time. Now, though, Clear has “temporarily closed” its T

How to Find Discord Servers You'll Actually Like


Lifehacker / 3h
You might be looking for a new social media platform , and Discord might be your best bet. Discord is a community-first platform that offers servers where you can find thousands of like-minded people to interact with, or just conversations for you to scroll through. But which servers should you join? Read more...

Nanoleaf Lines Squared Review: More of the Same, but That's Not a Bad Thing


How-To Geek / 3h
Nanoleaf has expanded its Lines range with a kit that can connect at 90 degree angles. Now instead of diamonds, triangles, and rhombuses, LED lighting enthusiasts can make squares and rectangles. This may not sound too exciting, but trust me Lines Squared are great. Read This Article on Review Geek ›

Nanoleaf Turns a Corner With Its Lines Series


How-To Geek / 3h
Nanoleaf is expanding its lines series of modular backlit bars. While you had plenty of design options with the company’s original lines series, which clipped together at 60 degree angles, you might have been frustrated by your inability to make a square. Well, now you can. Read This Article on Review Geek ›

EdgeDB raises $15M ahead of the launch of its cloud database service


TechCrunch / 4h
EdgeDB, the startup looking to modernize databases for cutting-edge apps, today announced that it raised $15 million in a Series A round led by Nava Ventures and Accel. The new capital brings the startup’s total raised to $19 million, which CEO Yury Selivanov said will be used to boost headcount and launch the previously announced hosted version of EdgeDB’s database solution, EdgeDB Cloud. “Cloud

'Sonic Frontiers' is not the 'Sonic' game of your dreams


Mashable / 4h
This one hurts. Nearly a quarter-century after Sonic Adventure graced the Sega Dreamcast (and five years after the terrible Sonic Forces ), everyone’s favorite blue hedgehog is back to break our hearts once again in Sonic Frontiers . Yes, Sonic's taken some time off for a bit to become a big-time movie star , but he hasn't forgotten his gaming roots. With Frontiers , Sega and developer Sonic Team

Indian edtech Unacademy cuts 10% of jobs


TechCrunch / 4h
Unacademy has eliminated 10% of its workforce, or about 350 roles, in its second round of layoffs this year as the Indian edtech warns of harsh economic conditions. In an email to employees on Monday, Unacademy co-founder and chief executive Gaurav Munjal said the startup is cutting jobs across several verticals, many of which it is either scaling back or shutting down. “I want to apologize to ev

How to Look Up an Unauthorized Charge on Your Credit Card


Lifehacker / 4h
When you browse your credit card statement and see an odd purchase amount or company name you can’t place, it’s possible that best-case scenario, you just forgot what you bought, or worst-case, your card number was stolen. Often, mysterious card charges are recurring payments (such as subscriptions) you forgot about,… Read more...

The UK government is scanning all of the country's internet connections


TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 4h
The UK’s National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) has confirmed it is scanning all of the nation's internet-connected servers for any possible vulnerabilities in order to assess where the country lies in terms of its cybersecurity credentials. The NCSC is using a cloud-based system to run the scanning tools , which will be coming from the domain scanner.scanning.service.ncsc.gov.uk. It will run scan

Do You Really Want a Smart Mirror in Your Bathroom?


How-To Geek / 4h
It’s safe to say that people who purchase smart mirrors generally like looking at themselves since they’re using a product that — because it has features — extends the amount of time you look in the mirror. Snow White probably would have died in front of her reflection like Narcissus if she had one of these. Read This Article on How-To Geek ›

Here's Everything Coming to Netflix the Week of Nov. 7, 2022


How-To Geek / 4h
Christmas has come to Netflix, but if you’re not quite in the holiday spirit yet, don’t worry. As usual, the streaming service is bringing a plethora of new content to your home this week. Read This Article on LifeSavvy ›


The 30-Minute HIIT Workout You Can Do Anywhere, Anytime


How-To Geek / 4h
Sometimes all you really have is 30 minutes, and instead of deciding you don’t really have time for your workout, get your athleisure on and sweat it out with this easy and efficient set of exercises. Read This Article on LifeSavvy ›

2023 will be the year of cyber-risk quantification


TechCrunch / 4h
John Chambers Contributor John Chambers is the founder and CEO of JC2 Ventures . Previously, he served as executive chairman and CEO of Cisco. Geopolitical tensions, supply chain challenges, an economic slowdown, an ongoing pandemic and more have meant that companies and people have been impacted in ways that will change how business will be conducted for many years to come, and the ripple effect

5Mins makes your employees better, a few minutes at a time


TechCrunch / 4h
If you’ve ever had to sit through corporate training videos while you feel your will to live slowly ebb out of every pore of your body, a new startup has some good news for you. Describing itself as “the TikTok of workplace learning,” 5Mins recently raised a round of funding in a bid to introduce a bit of workplace learning in an attention-deficit world. The company adds gamification, social feat

UK government is scanning British internet space for zero-day threats


24TechCrunch / 4h
The U.K.’s National Cyber Security Centre has launched a new program that will continually scan every internet-connected device hosted in the United Kingdom for vulnerabilities to help the government respond to zero-day threats . The NCSC, part of the Government Communications Headquarters that acts as the U.K.’s public-facing technical authority for cyber threats, says it launched the initiative

Jeremy Hodara and Sacha Poignonnec step down as Jumia co-CEOs


TechCrunch / 4h
African e-commerce giant Jumia has made a change in management as co-founders Jeremy Hodara and Sacha Poignonnec step down effective today as co-CEOs, according to a statement seen by TechCrunch. The two founders, who until today shared the chief executive role, have been at the helm of Africa’s only publicly traded company on the NYSE for over a decade, overseeing Jumia’s pan-African expansion a

The Download: the best of Emtech 2022, and US midterm misinformation


24MIT Technology Review / 4h
This is today’s edition of The Download , our weekday newsletter that provides a daily dose of what’s going on in the world of technology. The best of EmTech 2022 Last week, MIT Technology Review brought together some of the world’s sharpest minds dedicated to developing the technologies that are changing the way we live. EmTech , our annual flagship event covering cutting-edge developments and g

This wearable device could train your nervous system to deal with stress better


Mashable / 4h
TL;DR : As of Nov. 7, you can get the Apollo wearable for $40 off with the code MASHABLE40. We rarely have complete control over what is happening around us. This is part of being human. For people looking to focus, relax, or improve sleep, there is a potentially different way to manage daily stress other than the ol' status quo. For most of us who could at times use help with focus, sleep, recov

Airbnb will soon show prices inclusive of all fees in search results


37TechCrunch / 5h
Airbnb CEO Brian Chesky said today that the company is refining its search to show users’ charges inclusive of fees like cleaning fees. The company will roll out this feature through a toggle next month and will also prioritize the total charges (before taxes) for your trip in search instead of the nightly price. Chesky said that once you turn on the toggle, you will see the total price (excludin

Nighttime view of Miles Theatre decorated for Elks Club convention in Detroit, Michigan. Building facade is decorated w...


Music, Arts & Literature / 5h
Nighttime view of Miles Theatre decorated for Elks Club convention in Detroit, Michigan. Building facade is decorated with bunting, garlands, flags, medallions and statues of elk. Electric sign reads: “Advanced vaudeville.” Handwritten on back: “Conventions–Elks Club Convention, Detroit, Mi., 1910.” Lazarnick Collection National Automotive History Collection, Detroit Public Library

Most businesses admit they would pay up to get rid of ransomware


TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 5h
The vast majority of companies hit by a ransomware attack say they would pay the demand simply to be able to get back to work as soon as possible. A report by Rubrik Zero Labs surveying more than 1,600 professionals, including CISOs, CIOs, BPs, and Directors found more than three-quarters (76%) said they would be likely to consider paying the ransom in case of a cyberattack. Why business leaders

Subtropical Storm Nicole track threatens Florida landfall. Here's how to follow the storm's path.


Mashable / 5h
Subtropical Storm Nicole is threatening at least one more Florida landfall before the end of the 2022 hurricane season. The weather system formed early Monday morning and is on track to strengthen nearly to hurricane strength before striking Florida sometime Thursday, according to the National Hurricane Center. Nicole’s path and intensity will likely shift multiple times in the coming days as the

Airbnb Trashes Hosts Who Make You Do The Laundry In Announcing Major Changes


View from the Wing / 5h
Airbnb makes sense in towns where there aren’t suitable hotels. It makes sense to rent a full house for a large family or when traveling with a group of friend. But the current homesharing model is very broken, and as a result choosing Airbnb makes no sense for most stays. The company understands that and wants to change that. It's updating how prices are shown, and shaming hosts that impose biza

Flight Attendant Caught Smuggling Fentanyl


One Mile at a Time / 5h
Airline employees can get access to secure areas without having to go through security, and at times that’s not used for good. Here’s the latest such case, as reported by Paddle Your Own Kanoo . Flight attendant attempts to smuggle fentanyl On October 4, 2022, an off-duty flight attendant attempted to enter the secure area of San Diego Airport (SAN) with fentanyl, while trying to travel as a non-

Teflon Nonstick Pans Are Bad. Consider These Alternatives


Wired / 5h
The EPA will declare components of many Teflon coatings hazardous. Can a ceramic coating—or even none at all—cut it?

Ireland-led GDPR probe of Yahoo’s cookie banners moves to draft decision review


TechCrunch / 5h
A multi-year investigation into TechCrunch’s parent entity Yahoo — looking at compliance with key transparency requirements of the European Union’s General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), including in relation to cookie banners displayed on its media properties — has taken a step forward today after Ireland’s Data Protection Commission (DPC) announced that it has submitted a draft decision to

The Gaming PC Upgrade Cycle Is a Myth. Here’s Why


32How-To Geek / 5h
PC gaming is often criticized for being expensive, and a part of that is the idea of upgrading frequently to “keep up” in some way. In reality, upgrading PCs is both optional and much less frequent than most people think. Read This Article on How-To Geek ›

Facebook owner Meta expected to announce major job losses


1KBBC News - Technology / 5h
The company faces difficult economic conditions and is investing heavily in its metaverse push.

Twitter is asking some of the employees it fired to come back, report claims


400+Mashable / 5h
Twitter , under the fresh tenure of Elon Musk, fired roughly half of its workforce last week. And now, the company is asking some of those employees to come back. This is according to a new report by Bloomberg , which claims that Twitter is reaching out to "dozens of employees" to return to the social media company. The news of Twitter reaching out to employees who were fired was first reported b

Devialet's first portable speaker costs a mighty $790


Engadget / 5h
French high-end audio company Devialet has a reputation for making powerful, interesting and eye-wateringly expensive speakers . Today, the company has announced its first portable smart speaker with an eye-watering price tag. Looking like a cannonball with its own carrying strap, the Devialet Mania is designed to calibrate its sound to the area it’s in. So, if near to a wall, it’ll tweak where i


Apple might be changing the 'Hey Siri' wake word on your iPhone


TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 5h
Apple wants to make asking Siri a question a little easier by removing the need to say “Hey Siri” – it's reportedly planning to shorten the wake phrase to just “Siri”. The smart assistant, which can be summoned on Apple devices like the iPhone 14 , iPad Pro 12.9 (2022) , and HomePod mini speaker , can be activated in a few ways, but one of the simplest is to use the wake phrase. Uttering "Hey Sir

I tried Devialet’s spherical new speaker and it makes Amazon Echo feel like a toy


TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 6h
How often does a world-renowned audio team breeze in from Paris for 24 hours and invite you to a salubrious London hotel, to hear what they will only call "Mania"? Not often. And when such invitations do arrive, you drop what you're doing and go. You see, as anyone familiar with Devialet knows, Mania is built from strong stock. The French audio specialist's hits include the high-end Dione soundba

The Red Cross wants its emblem to protect vital technology during wartime


TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 6h
The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) has proposed a digital emblem to mark out its digital infrastructure and keep it protected from cyberattacks, such as ransomware , during wartime. The proposal was unveiled as part of a new research report from the humanitarian organization concerning its digitization as assaults such as such as ransomware become more common in modern-day confli

Mastodon is a great Twitter alternative, but it needs to be easier to sign up


48TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 6h
Twitter has had a rough year so far, and already users are flocking to Twitter alternatives , and I've found that Mastodon might be a great choice, after trying it out over the last week. With new CEO Elon Musk charging $8 / £8 / AU$9 for blue ticks and allegedly muting users who haven't signed up to Twitter Blue , I've noticed a bunch of users falling silent and moving over to different platform

Megalodon and other extinct giant sharks started life in nurseries


90Ars Technica - All content / 6h
Enlarge / A great white shark. (credit: wildestanimal / Getty Images) Gigantic extinct sharks have something to tell us from millions of years ago, and paleontologists are only just beginning to unravel that message. In a series of firsts, paleontologists have identified a growing number of paleo-nurseries, ancient sanctuaries where young sharks may have been born and where they grew until they w

The Morning After: Ukraine lost Starlink access over funding


Engadget / 6h
On October 15th, billionaire Elon Musk said he would indefinitely fund Ukraine’s Starlink use to support the country. But, on October 24th, the Ukrainian military lost internet access , causing problems for commanders and soldiers fighting the Russian invasion. The outage was reportedly caused by a funding brouhaha between Musk, SpaceX and the Department of Defense. The issue centers on the (roug

How BDSM helped me deal with sexual trauma


Mashable / 6h
When we’re asked what looking after our mental health looks like, most of us recite the same answer by rote. Talking therapy , medication for those who need it, and then that nebulous concept of "self care," which nowadays means anything from journaling to eating well to buying expensive candles. But the reality is that no one’s mental health journey is going to look the same. Each person’s brain

8 Ways to Stop Your Laptop From Murdering Your Back


How-To Geek / 6h
Laptops are a little technological miracle and oh-so-handy to have around, but they can do a real number on your back. Here’s how to avoid that. Read This Article on How-To Geek ›

Yassir pulls in $150M for its super app, led by BOND


300+TechCrunch / 6h
Yassir , an African super app platform that offers on-demand services such as ride-hailing, food and grocery delivery, and payments, has raised $150 million in Series B funding, five times what it raised in its previous priced round last November. The investment was led by BOND, the growth-stage firm that Mary Meeker spun out of Kleiner Perkins in 2018. Other investors in the growth round include

Elon Musk Is Overloaded


200+Wired / 6h
Twitter’s new CEO also leads Tesla, SpaceX, and startups working on tunnel digging and brain implants. His social media project will make it harder to juggle them all.

Twitter’s Ex-Election Chief Is Worried About the US Midterms


21Wired / 6h
Edward Perez says that “manufactured chaos” by bad actors will be even riskier thanks to Elon Musk’s own mayhem.

Europeans Are Burning Trees to Keep Warm


Wired / 6h
Sky-high energy prices have people turning to wood to provide a cheaper alternative—and EU laws are helping incentivize this.

This Gulp of Engineered Bacteria Is Meant to Treat Disease


38Wired / 6h
A small study of people with a rare disorder that prevents them from processing protein is an early attempt at creating “living” medicines.

Clearview Stole My Face and the EU Can't Do Anything About It


23Wired / 6h
One man’s battle to reclaim his face shows regulators across the bloc are failing to reprimand the US face search engine.

Leak suggests Nvidia RTX 4080 will be a beast - but still no match for the RTX 4090


TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 6h
Nvidia has had a bit of a turbulent time of late , but it looks like the upcoming GeForce RTX 4080 graphics card could get our hype levels rising again. That's thanks to a new leak, which suggests the GPU could be up to 15% faster than the RTX 3090 Ti – which was itself the most powerful graphics card in Team Green’s previous RTX 3000 generation . The leak, which was reported by Wccftech , contai

Attacks on Microsoft SQL have seen a huge rise


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As threat actors seek to gain access to corporate infrastructure, they’re increasingly turning to Microsoft SQL Server as their entry point of preference, a new report from Kaspersky has warned. Its research claims attacks using Microsoft SQL Server rose by more than half (56%) in September 2022 compared to the same period last year, as during that month alone, the number of compromised servers g

Oy: Marriott LAX Adds Nightly Hotel Worker Surcharge


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Many hotel owners have spent the past few years trying to see how many BS fees they can get away with adding to room rates. Of course we see resort fees and destination fees, but nowadays it goes way beyond that, from energy charges , to sustainability fees . Marriott LAX adds hotel worker surcharge As noted by rambling man on FlyerTalk, it looks like some LAX-area hotels are adding a new surchar

Unity and IronSource’s $4.4B merger is now complete


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Unity ‘s proposed merger with IronSource has formally concluded, with the two companies coming together to create an end-to-end platform for developers to build and monetize games. Unity, which is best known for its eponymous general purpose game engine , and IronSource, an adtech company that serves developers with tools for integrating ads, cross-channel marketing, and more, first announced pla

John Oliver's dive into election subversion features an explosive Nick Offerman cameo


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With the Midterm elections now only a day away, various Republican candidates and voices on the right have returned to their favourite subject: voter fraud. Specifically, the heavily debunked falsehood spread by former president Donald Trump about the results of the 2020 election. John Oliver has previously spent time breaking down, point by point, exactly why these baseless claims of election fr

Elon Musk’s Reckless Plan to Make Sex Pay on Twitter


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A plan to monetize adult content could make sense from a business and social standpoint. In practice, Twitter won’t be able to pull it off.


Nvidia RTX 4080 set to sell out on day one, with even less stock than RTX 4090


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The Nvidia RTX 4080 16GB will go on sale on November 16, and it has every chance of being one of the best graphics cards money can buy. Good luck getting one, though: according to YouTuber and hardware leaker Moore’s Law Is Dead , the stock situation for the new GPU looks pretty dire. The flagship RTX 4090 sold out almost immediately when it hit retailers back in October, and a new video from MLI

Trouble brews at Arrival, TuSimple ousts its CEO and Cruise expands in San Francisco


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The Station is a weekly newsletter dedicated to all things transportation. Sign up here — just click The Station — to receive the full edition of the newsletter every weekend in your inbox . This is a shorter version of The Station newsletter that is emailed to subscribers. Want all the deals, news roundups and commentary? Subscribe for free . Welcome back to The Station, your central hub for all

Ouster and Velodyne agree to merger, signaling consolidation in lidar industry


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Ouster and Velodyne , two lidar companies, have agreed to a merger in an all-stock transaction, the companies said Monday. Both Ouster and Velodyne will maintain a 50% stake in the new company, according to the agreement that was signed on November 4. The merger comes as many in the industry, including autonomous vehicle technology company Cruise’s CEO Kyle Vogt , have been expecting another roun

Xiaomi 13 leak shows a gorgeous new design with iPhone 14 influences


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The Xiaomi 13 is likely to be a big upgrade over the Xiaomi 12 , and it could also sport a very different design if unofficial new renders are anything to go by. Shared by @OnLeaks – a leaker with a solid track record – on behalf of CompareDial , the renders show a phone with a flat screen, flat aluminum sides, and a square camera block on the rear, all of which are departures from the Xiaomi 12,

Meta Plans to Lay Off Thousands of Employees Starting This Week: Report


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Meta, the parent company that owns Facebook, WhatsApp and Instagram, is expected to start mass layoffs as early as this week, according to a new report from the Wall Street Journal . And while it’s not clear exactly how many of Meta’s roughly 87,000 employees will lose their jobs, it’s in the “thousands,” according to… Read more...

4 big theories we have about Stranger Things 5 episode 1's title


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Major spoilers for Stranger Things season 4 follow. Ever since the credits rolled on Stranger Things 4's final episode , fans of the wildly popular Netflix show have been desperate for news about its fifth and final season. Well, after four months of relative silence – outside of some hints from the cast and crew – we've actually received some official Stranger Things season 5 news. Revealed as p

Marriott Bonvoy 2,500-Point New Member Bonus


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Hotel loyalty programs occasionally offer bonuses to new members. Marriott Bonvoy, the world’s largest hotel loyalty program, currently has such an offer. Marriott Bonvoy’s bonus for new members As noted by YHBU , new Marriott Bonvoy members can earn 2,500 bonus Bonvoy points after completing their first stay. In order to be eligible, you’ll need to sign-up through this link . There’s no publishe

Apple Watch Series 8 cellular models are $110 off right now


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Amazon is having a sale on its latest Watches, with a particularly good deal on the Series 8 cellular model . You can grab one of those in multiple colors for just $389, for a savings of $110 off the regular $499 price (22 percent off). If its a Watch LE model you're after instead, those are on sale too in both cellular and GPS versions for as little as $290 ($39 off) and $220 ($29 off) respectiv

Meta is reportedly announcing mass layoffs this week


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Meta , Facebook's parent company, is planning mass layoffs this week, according to The Wall Street Journal . The news outlet reported Monday that this will impact thousands of Meta employees. As of September, Meta currently employs over 87,000 people . This round of layoffs would be the first of its size in the history of the company. The announcement is expected to occur as early as Wednesday th

Devialet Mania Speaker Boasts 360-Degree Audio In A Portable Package


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Devialet, the French company that targets consumers with high-end budgets and music tastes, is back with Mania, its first portable 360-degree smart speaker.

Get 91% off this salon-quality hair dryer


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TL;DR : Snag the Fenne Hair Dryer on sale for just $29.99 instead of its usual $350 as of Nov. 7. That's a total savings of 91%. The quality of your blow dryer can determine how much of the rest of your hair day goes. If your hair dryer doesn’t let you change speeds, you might end up with frizzy or greasy hair , depending on your hair texture. If you want a salon-quality blow dryer that lets you

Twitter's blue tick was more than a status symbol


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On Tuesday, Twitter's new dastardly daddy Elon Musk vowed to do away with the platform's verification process. He called it a "lords & peasants system" that he'd democratize by making it available to anyone for $8 a month. Those users would get a verification badge, have their tweets prioritized in replies, mentions, and searches, and see "half as many ads." The problem is, verification wasn't me

Get a tech upgrade the green way with 74% off this refurbished MacBook Air


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TL;DR : As of Nov. 7, you can score a refurbished 2017 MacBook Air (8GB RAM, 128GB SSD) for just $413.99 instead of the original $1,599 retail price — that's a savings of 74%. As of writing, there are currently nearly 42 million tons of electronic waste in our environment, and according to The World Counts , only 12.5 percent will be recycled. As discouraging as global pollution can be, there are

After laying off half of its staff, Twitter might be asking some employees to come back


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Twitter is reaching out to some employees to come back after it engaged in a mass layoff last week , according to multiple reports . The company’s new owner Elon Musk laid off 3,700 people from Twitter — almost half of its staff — after he completed the takeover. A Bloomberg report cited sources saying that the company asked some folks to return as they were laid off “by mistake.” It also noted i

Emirates Skywards Selling Miles For 20% Off


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Strategically buying miles & points can represent a great deal, especially for luxury travel. Emirates Skywards has just launched its latest sale on purchased miles. Unfortunately it’s not nearly as good as some of the deals we’ve seen in the past — while this isn’t personally how I’d choose to acquire Emirates Skywards miles, this offer is at least worth covering. Promotion on purchased Emirates

Save On Marriott Hotel Stays With Amex Offers


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The Amex Offers program often has promotions that can save you money on hotel stays, especially with co-brand credit card partners Hilton and Marriott . American Express has just rolled out a new offer for stays at non-luxury Marriott brands, complementing the existing offer for stays at luxury brands, which has been valid since late September. Let’s go over the details of the two offers that are

Devialet's $790 Portable Speaker Will Automatically Optimize Its Sound Based on Where You're Using It


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Although priced well out of our meager budgets, we can’t say we haven’t drooled over Devialet’s audio gear, including the company’s $2,200+ wireless Phantom 1 speakers that manage to both look good and sound even better. They weren’t completely wireless, however: an issue that Devialet is addressing with its first… Read more...

Netflix confirms a Stranger Things VR game is coming in 'late 2023'


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Netflix and developer Tender Claws are releasing a Stranger Things VR game set to arrive in Winter 2023 on major VR platforms, the companies announced at Stranger Things Day 2022. The game will let you play as the fearsome Season 4 villain Vecna , with the goal to "enact revenge on Eleven and Hawkins," according to the press release. "Play as Vecna in this new Stranger Things adventure in VR," th

Devialet launches a high-end portable speaker


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When you say portable speakers, most people think about cheap Bluetooth speakers that you can easily put in your backpack when you’re going to the park. But Devialet has something different in mind with the Devialet Mania. The French high-end speaker maker wants to make the most luxurious and best sounding portable speaker around. The Devialet Mania costs $790 (€790) and is available today. “We a

The Elon Era Continues


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Apple says shipments of iPhone 14 Pro and Pro Max might be delayed


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If you ordered or plan to order an iPhone 14 Pro or an iPhone 14 Pro Max, it may take a little longer to get to you. On Sunday, Apple said these two models might get delayed due to Covid-19 restrictions in Zhengzhou, China, where the primary iPhone 14 Pro and Pro Max assembly facility is located. "The facility is currently operating at significantly reduced capacity. As we have done throughout th

'Quordle' today: Here are the answers and hints for November 7


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The weekend has ended once again, but Quordle doesn't care how much free time you have. It's a tough one today, and it's taking players a while to solve. If Quordle is a little too challenging today, you've come to the right place for hints. There aren't just hints here, but the whole Quordle solution. Scroll to the bottom of this page, and there it is. But are you sure you need all four answers?

After 40 million app downloads, PhotoRoom raises $19 million


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French startup PhotoRoom has raised a $19 million Series A funding round. The company develops a popular photo editing app for e-commerce vendors and small businesses. In particular, it helps you remove the background behind objects you are about to sell so that your photos look more professional. Balderton Capital is leading the Series A round with angels from Facebook, Hugging Face and Disney+
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Elon Musk says Twitter will permanently ban users that impersonate accounts


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Before acquiring Twitter, Elon Musk said he was against lifetime suspensions, promising to reinstate banned users like Donald Trump. Now, Musk wrote that Twitter will permanently suspend account impersonators if they are not clearly labeled as parody. The move comes after several verified "blue-check" users changed their accounts to impersonal Musk himself. Twitter appears to have just banned com

Amazon introduces a $7.3 annual Prime Video subscription tier in India


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Amazon has introduced a new price tier for Prime Video in India, making the on-demand video streaming service even more affordable as it races to win more customers in the South Asian market where it competes with giants including Disney’s Hotstar and Netflix. The e-commerce group is offering the yearly subscription to Prime Video Mobile Edition, an affordable tier it introduced last year , at 59

Apple warns of looming iPhone 14 shortage and longer wait times


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If you’re one of the many looking to get your hands on the iPhone 14 Pro or iPhone 14 Pro Max – our pick for the best phone money can buy right now – you might be left waiting a while. That’s according to a new statement from iPhone-maker Apple, which reports significant impacts to iPhone production following a Covid outbreak at one of the company’s China-based production facilities. “Covid-19 re

Apple expects iPhone 14 shipments to be delayed by COVID restrictions in China


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COVID-19 restrictions at Foxconn's primary iPhone 14 factory in Zhengzhou, China means shipments will be lower than anticipated, Apple said in a short press release . That means in turn that customers who've ordered one will experience "longer wait times to receive their new products," it a