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Brain and Spine Implants Allow Paralyzed Man to Walk Naturally Again
22KNYT > Technology / 14h
In a new study, researchers describe a device that connects the intentions of a paralyzed patient to his physical movements.
How NASA plans to melt the Moon—and build on Mars
500+Ars Technica - All content / 14h
Enlarge / Mars Dune Alpha is the first structure built for NASA by the Moon to Mars Planetary Autonomous Construction Technology team. (credit: ICON) In June a four-person crew will enter a hangar at NASA’s Johnson Space Center in Houston, Texas, and spend one year inside a 3D-printed building. Made of a slurry that—before it dried—looked like neatly laid lines of soft-serve ice cream, Mars Dune
Twitter technical issues crash Ron DeSantis’s 2024 campaign announcement
200+TechCrunch / 7h
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis was set to announce his 2024 presidential campaign on a Twitter Space with Elon Musk today, but Twitter itself had other ideas. The product, which allows livestreamed group voice chats, cut out quickly after going live at 3PM PT. The audio glitched in and out, at times only playing reverb noises along with some distorted speech. At the time of writing, there were 580
Google Play Games for PC is now rolling out to Europe and New Zealand
TechCrunch / 21min
Google is now rolling out Google Play Games for PC Beta — a service that lets you play Android games on Windows — to users in Europe and New Zealand. The company officially announced the annual Google for Game Developers Summit in March. The company first introduced the program in 2022 and it is available in over 50 countries across the world . The current phase of rollout includes New Zealand an
Sony has revealed Project Q, a handheld PlayStation streaming device
Mashable / 36min
Sony has announced Project Q, a new portable PlayStation device arriving later this year. It isn't the triumphant return of the PlayStation Vita , but it does offer a few more options for enjoying console games beyond your living room couch. Details on Project Q are currently scarce, but Sony did reveal that the device will have a 8-inch LCD screen with a maximum resolution of 1080p at 60 fps. It
ChatGPT: Everything you need to know about the AI-powered chatbot
TechCrunch / 1h
ChatGPT, OpenAI’s text-generating AI chatbot, has taken the world by storm. It’s able to write essays, code and more given short text prompts, hyper-charging productivity. But it also has a more… nefarious side . In any case, AI tools are not going away — and indeed has expanded dramatically since its launch just a few months ago. Major brands are experimenting with it, using the AI to generate a
Wordle today: Here's the answer and hints for May 25
Mashable / 1h
You're nearly there! Tomorrow is Friday, but first there is today, and the fresh Wordle it brings. And as always, we're here to offer some wisdom to help guide you to a solution. If you'd rather just be told the answer, you can jump to the end of this article for May 25's Wordle solution delivered to you straight up. But if you'd rather figure it out yourself, keep reading for some clues, tips, a
Learn American Sign Language with this heavily discounted bundle
Mashable / 1h
TL;DR : The All-in-One American Sign Language Bundle is on sale for £16.06, saving you 80% on list price. American Sign Language (ASL) is a fun, interesting, and useful language to know, but finding a formal class teaching it may be a struggle. Don’t wait for class to be in session when you can take your education into your own hands. The All-in-One American Sign Language Bundle gives you lifetim
10 of the best online Photoshop courses you can take for free this week
Mashable / 1h
TL;DR: A wide range of online Photoshop courses are available for free on Udemy. If you are interested in learning a new skill or pursuing a passion, you really should check out Udemy. This popular platform hosts an absolutely massive range of online courses covering everything from web development to graphic design, and some of its most popular courses are even available for free. That's great n
Leaks suggest iOS 17 could make your iPhone way more useful in the home
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 1h
Apple’s Worldwide Developer Conference (WWDC) 2023 event is happening soon (June 5, 2023) and like clockwork, the leaks are popping up. The rumors this time suggest iOS 17 will have a new lock screen that will turn your iPhone into a sort of smart display . What gives this rumor more credence than others is the fact it comes from notable industry insider Mark Gurman from Bloomberg. He claims in a
Quordle today - hints and answers for Thursday, May 25 (game #486)
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 1h
It's time for your daily dose of Quordle hints - now with added Daily Sequence answers! Yes, that's right: the makers of Quordle have a new game, which sees you complete four Wordle puzzles consecutively. The twist is that the letters you've already used on the first game are repeated on the second and so on. It's good fun, but also difficult - so if you already find yourself searching for Wordle
How to unblock Google for free from anywhere in the world
Mashable / 2h
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Twitter Buckles Under Pressure During DeSantis' Spaces Campaign Event
SlashGear / 3h
As expected Florida Governor Ron DeSantis used Twitter Spaces to announce his presidential run. The event was marred by tech glitches and delays, though.
5 Big Flaws With ChatGPT That Still Haven't Been Solved
SlashGear / 3h
ChatGPT is one of the most exciting pieces of technology to emerge over the last six months, but there are still some fundamental flaws that need to be fixed.
Ron DeSantis Pushed Elon Musk's Twitter to Its Breaking Point
Wired / 3h
Launching his White House bid on the social network revealed the technical and political limitations of Musk’s platform.
MGS3 is being remade as Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 3h
After years of rumors, the Metal Gear Solid 3: Snake Eater remake has finally been officially announced with the name Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater, during today's PlayStation Showcase (May 24). Metal Gear Solid 3: Snake Eater was released all the way back in 2004, The teaser trailer, which has an actual snake being eaten and barely a glimpse of our leading man, is below. You'll want to wat
Marvel's Spider-Man 2 reveal adds Kraven the Hunter, symbiotes
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 4h
Plenty of new games were unveiled during the PlayStation Showcase on Thursday (24 May), but the real excitement was to be found in 12 minutes of Marvel's Spider-Man 2 footage that showed off a new villain - Kraven the Hunter - and a whole new look for Peter Parker, the hero of the first game. The new footage starts with a reveal of Kraven the Hunter, who has targeted the superheroes and villains
The best eBay Plus Weekend Australia deals – Live now
Mashable / 5h
eBay Australia's biggest sales event of the year, the eBay Plus Weekend, has kicked off, and definitely has some deals to get excited about. The event runs through the weekend until 11:59pm on Sunday, May 28 , with new deals dropping every day. There are some huge savings to be found on items across the eBay, but there are some truly eye-watering deals on big-ticket tech items like Apple AirPods
Why The U.S. Air Force Wants To Retire The F-22 Raptor Fighter Jet
SlashGear / 5h
The Air Force is requesting that Congress retire 32 of the Block 20 F-22 Rapter aircraft citing costs.
Opera Browser Gets Its Own ChatGPT-Powered AI Sidebar App
SlashGear / 5h
Opera has announced that its eponymous web browser now has its own chatty AI companion called Aria.
Forget Fully-Electric Planes; Hydrogen Tech Is Closer Than You Think
SlashGear / 5h
Hydrogen is the most abundant element, accounting for 9 out of 10 atoms in the entire universe, making it a good potential fuel source.
12 Things You Should Stop Doing On Your Android Phone Immediately
SlashGear / 5h
Android phones have become essential tools, but certain actions can degrade functionality. Here are things you should stop doing on your Android phone today.
Alan Wake 2's Leaked October Release Date Is Official
SlashGear / 5h
"Alan Wake" fans had to wait a long time for the remaster to arrive, but the wait for the sequel has proven far shorter with Sony confirming the launch date.
The lightning onset of AI—what suddenly changed? An Ars Frontiers 2023 recap
Ars Technica - All content / 5h
Enlarge / On May 22, Benj Edwards (left) moderated a panel featuring Paige Bailey (center), Haiyan Zhang (right) for the Ars Frontiers 2023 session titled, "The Lightning Onset of AI — What Suddenly Changed?" (credit: Ars Technica) On Monday, Ars Technica hosted our Ars Frontiers virtual conference. In our fifth panel, we covered "The Lightning Onset of AI—What Suddenly Changed?" The panel featur
Chinese state hackers infect critical infrastructure throughout the US and Guam
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50Ars Technica - All content / 5h
Enlarge (credit: peterschreiber.media | Getty Images) A Chinese government hacking group has acquired a significant foothold inside critical infrastructure environments throughout the US and Guam and is stealing network credentials and sensitive data while remaining largely undetectable, Microsoft and governments from the US and four other countries said on Wednesday. The group, tracked by Micros
Elon Musk’s Event With Ron DeSantis Exposes Twitter’s Weaknesses
400+NYT > Technology / 6h
What was supposed to be a crowning moment for Mr. Musk’s Twitter turned into a series of technical glitches.
Sony confirms “PlayStation Q,” a handheld device for streaming PS5 games
47Ars Technica - All content / 7h
PlayStation Q next to a PS5, for scale. [credit: Sony ] Amid a plethora of game trailers, Sony dedicated a single minute of its more-than-an-hour-long PlayStation Showcase livestream on Wednesday to reveal two new hardware products. The most buzzworthy of these is surely Project Q—that's the internal name, as the final name is still pending. Whatever it is called in the future, Project Q confirms
Alan Wake II coming in mid-October, promising another cryptic PC powerhouse
Ars Technica - All content / 7h
Enlarge / There's really not much more context for what's going to happen in Alan Wake 2 than what you can see in this image. Well, maybe a typewriter. Alan Wake 2 has a release date, an evocative trailer, and the requisite amount of meta-contextual horror to come. The latest title from Control maker Remedy Entertainment, a sequel to the acclaimed Alan Wake will arrive on October 17, 2023, on PC
Halo and Destiny developer Bungie reboots classic FPS franchise Marathon
21Ars Technica - All content / 7h
Marathon trailer. It's been more than 25 years since the last game in the storied Marathon first-person shooter franchise came out, but developer Bungie is (sort of) returning to its roots by rebooting the IP with a new game simply titled Marathon . The game was revealed as a PlayStation 5 title in a short cinematic trailer during Sony's not-E3 "PlayStation Showcase" stream Wednesday afternoon. T
More and more Americans are skipping medical care due to money woes
35Ars Technica - All content / 7h
Enlarge (credit: health.mil ) The percentage of American adults who say they skipped medical care due to costs rose significantly last year, hitting 28 percent. That's up from 24 percent in 2021 and 23 percent in 2020, according to a survey out this week from the Federal Reserve titled Economic Well-Being of US Households in 2022 . The percentage of people skipping medical care due to money woes
'American Born Chinese' sets out to bring Asian-American stories to the forefront
Mashable / 7h
The cast and creators of American Born Chinese discuss what they hope this show can mean for future generations. The Disney+ Original Series American Born Chinese begins streaming May 24, 2023 , only on Disney+ .
'Platonic' - Everything you need to know
Mashable / 7h
Seth Rogan and Rose Byrne give us all the background we need before watching the new Apple TV+ series Platonic . The ten-episode first season will premiere globally with the first three episodes on Wednesday, May 24, 2023 on Apple TV+, followed by new episodes weekly, every Wednesday on Apple TV+.
Marvel’s Spider-Man 2 features Miles with web wings and Peter in symbiote suit
TechCrunch / 7h
Sony held its PlayStation Showcase on Wednesday, revealing for the first time 10 minutes of gameplay for the highly anticipated Spider-Man 2 video game. Fans also saw a short clip dedicated to the game’s central villain, Kraven the Hunter. The gameplay trailer shows a much angrier Peter Parker in the black symbiote suit working alongside Miles Morales to take on Kraven and stop him from capturing
China Hacks US Critical Networks in Guam, Raising Cyberwar Fears
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42Wired / 7h
Researchers say the state-sponsored espionage operation may also lay the groundwork for disruptive cyberattacks.
Ron DeSantis had trouble announcing his presidential bid because Twitter's servers were 'kind of melting'
Engadget / 7h
Ron DeSantis was supposed to take to Twitter Spaces today to officially announce his bid for the 2024 Republican presidential nomination. Unfortunately for the governor of Florida, it appears Twitter was not prepared for the influx of people who were waiting to listen to the announcement. Shortly after the Space went live, the broadcast dropped and DeSantis had to wait before he could say he was
Marvel's Spider-Man 2 Gameplay Trailer Unveils Kraven The Hunter, Symbiote Suit
SlashGear / 7h
"Spider-Man 2" puts one of its spotlights on Vladimir Kravinoff, also known as Kraven the Hunter. Fans got a look at the character during the PS Showcase.
Assassin's Creed Mirage Offers A Peek At Gameplay, Confirms October Release
SlashGear / 7h
During its May 2023 PlayStation Showcase, Sony teased the next installment in the "Assassin's Creed" franchise with a dramatic trailer and select details.
The New Aston Martin DB12 Is Everything We Hoped It Would Be
SlashGear / 7h
Aston Martin took the wraps off its new 2024 DB12 and it puts together a very compelling package. But will it measure up to the already great DB11?
iOS 17 May Turn Your iPhone's Lock Screen Into A Smart Display
SlashGear / 7h
Apple is reportedly developing an iOS 17 feature that turns the iPhone's lock screen into a mini smart display, like Google's Nest Hub or Amazon's Echo Show.
Sony Reveals Project Q Streaming Device, PlayStation Earbuds
SlashGear / 7h
Sony surprised viewers during its May 2023 PlayStation Showcase, taking the wraps off its rumored PS5 handheld and a new pair of wireless earbuds.
View of singers Tina Turner and Mac Davis performing on the “Mac Davis show.” Audience is visible in background. Label ...
Music, Arts & Literature / 7h
View of singers Tina Turner and Mac Davis performing on the “Mac Davis show.” Audience is visible in background. Label on back: “Tina and Mac dance! One of the highlights of NBC-TV’s ‘The Mac Davis show,’ Thursday, April 24 (9-10 p.m., PT, in color) is a dance between Tina Turner and Mac Davis. Guesting with Davis are Jose Feliciano, the Ike and Turner Revue, Chad Everett and actress Penny Marsha
View of Ike and Tina Turner performing with the Ikettes in the 1975 French television special “Poiret est a vous.” The ...
Music, Arts & Literature / 7h
View of Ike and Tina Turner performing with the Ikettes in the 1975 French television special “Poiret est a vous.” The host was the French actor, writer and director Jean Poiret; the special aired on December 24, 1975. Stamped on back: “TF1. Mention photo TF 1. La signature est obligatoire; elle n'est donc pas un service rendu. Art. 6 de la loi des droits d'auteur. Chaque photo reproduite doit et
Portrait of singer Tina Turner. Autographed on front: “Tina Turner, 87.” Printed on front: “Tina Turner. Capitol Record...
Music, Arts & Literature / 7h
Portrait of singer Tina Turner. Autographed on front: “Tina Turner, 87.” Printed on front: “Tina Turner. Capitol Records. Photography: Herb Ritts, 1986.” E. Azalia Hackley Collection of African Americans in the Performing Arts, Detroit Public Library 86.“
themacabrenbold: Astrological diagram inside book cover,...
Music, Arts & Literature / 7h
themacabrenbold : Astrological diagram inside book cover, 1801 Coloured diagram pasted inside the cover entitled, ‘Talismans and magical images made from the twenty-eight Mansions of the Moon, etc. etc.’ #Occult #Talismans #FrancisBarrett #Magic #Astrology
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Music, Arts & Literature / 7h
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Sony Is Returning to Portable Gaming With a Streaming Handheld That's Just a PS5 Controller With a Screen
Gizmodo / 7h
E3 may dead, but that doesn’t mean that summer game announcements have joined it. During Sony’s PlayStation Showcase livestream earlier today , the company confirmed rumors that it was working on a new handheld, but instead of being a follow-up to 2011's PlayStation Vita, the device will be more in line with devices… Read more...
Watch Kevin Feige and Jon Favreau Discuss the Legacy of Iron Man
Gizmodo / 7h
Fifteen years ago this month, movie history was changed forever. And we don’t say that lightly. On May 2, 2008, when Marvel Studios released Iron Man starring Robert Downey Jr., not only was a brand new mega-franchise born , a new era of cinematic storytelling came with it: the shared universe. Read more...
'Quordle' today: Here are the answers and hints for May 25
Mashable / 7h
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? Maybe you just need a strategy guide. Either way, scroll down, and you'll get what you need. What is Quordle ? Quordle is a five-letter word guessing gam
See a playable Spider-Duo in 'Marvel's Spider-Man 2' for PS5 trailer
Mashable / 7h
Two Spiders-Man are better than one. During Sony's big gaming showcase on Wednesday, developer Insomniac Games revealed the first gameplay footage of Marvel's Spider-Man 2 . The follow-up to 2018's well-regarded web-slinging adventure takes players back to New York City, with both Manhattan and Queens shown in the trailer. But more importantly, you get to play as both Peter Parker and Miles Moral
Elon Musk ushers in DeSantis’s 2024 campaign, signaling a new era for Twitter
TechCrunch / 7h
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis filed the paperwork to officially launch his presidential campaign this afternoon, but opted to join Elon Musk on a Twitter Space to discuss his campaign on Wednesday evening. DeSantis’s decision to forgo traditional news venues in favor of making a big media moment with Musk marks a new phase for the social network — and one that would have been impossible to forese
New Microsoft Surface Pro X bug causes camera to stop working
Engadget / 7h
Not a great look for the Surface Pro X. The camera for the tablet has reportedly stopped working entirely for some users. It’s unclear at the time of writing what’s causing the issue and how long it will be before an update will be issued to fix it. The Verge reports that the camera on the Surface Pro X have stopped working starting this week. The publication was able to independently confirm the
'Ghostrunner 2' will bring together cyberpunk ninjas and motorbikes this year
Engadget / 8h
One of the best surprises of 2020 is about to get a sequel. On Wednesday, Sony revealed Ghostrunner 2 during its latest PlayStation showcase. The company showed a brief trailer highlighting the game's cyberpunk setting. According to the PlayStation Blog , Ghostrunner 2 is set one year after the events of the first game. Players will once again play as Jack, but by the sounds of it, they can expec
Snowflake acquires Neeva to bring intelligent search to its cloud data management solution
TechCrunch / 8h
Snowflake is all about managing data in the cloud, whether as part of a structured data warehouse, or less structured data lake. Neeva , a search startup from two former Google employees, has been all about search, working on both a consumer and enterprise offering. Earlier this week, it announced that it was walking away from consumer search to concentrate on the enterprise. Today, Snowflake ann
Sony’s PS5 streaming Project Q handheld will launch this year
TechCrunch / 8h
Project Q is real , and it’s coming soon, Sony confirmed during today’s PlayStation Showcase event. Jim Ryan, the president and CEO of Sony Interactive Entertainment, revealed the upcoming handheld’s existence. “Later this year, we will launch a dedicated device that enables you to stream any game from your PS5 console, using remote play over Wi-Fi,” the exec noted as the event wrapped. “Internal
This Sensor Helps You Match Any Paint Color, and It’s 40% Off
Lifehacker / 8h
Being a DIY redecorating fanatic is rewarding until you stumble at the finish line choosing the right colors for your projects. Or maybe you’re trying to touch up an already painted wall and you just can’t get the shade to look right. Read more...
Metal Gear Solid 3: Snake Eater Remake Confirmed
SlashGear / 8h
Thanks to today's PlayStation Showcase, a remake of 2004's "Metal Gear Solid 3: Snake Eater" has been confirmed. Here's what we know so far.
Microsoft Is Finally Making It Easier To Force Quit Windows Apps
SlashGear / 8h
Ending a years-old annoyance of Windows, an upcoming build for Windows 11 will allow users to force quit applications that are frozen without task manager.
Tina Turner's Lamborghini LM002: A Rare Gem For An Iconic Singer
SlashGear / 8h
Opting for the incredibly rare SUV, Tina Turner's Lamborghini LM002 was entirely bespoke, featuring a completely customized drivetrain for the singer.
Virgin Galactic Is One Test Flight Away From Resuming Its Space Tourism Venture
26Gizmodo / 8h
Following a two-year hiatus, billionaire Richard Branson’s space tourism venture is getting ready to offer suborbital flights for space tourists in late June, pending one last test flight on Thursday. Read more...
See Mexico's Popocatépetl Volcano Erupt and Spew Ash
Gizmodo / 8h
After a week of rumbling eruptions, Popocatépetl volcano is finally slowing down. The central Mexican volcano has been showing signs of activity, releasing smoke and a lot more since May 15 . But the eruptions are finally stopping, and the volcano is emitting less ash this week, President Andrés Manuel López Obrador… Read more...
First look at 'Spider-Man 2' gameplay shows Spidey in the Venom suit
Engadget / 8h
At the end of Sony's PlayStation Showcase today, the company gave us our first extended look at Spider-Man 2 , including a fair bit of gameplay showing off both Peter Parker and Miles Morales. Perhaps most significant, though, Parker is wearing the iconic black Venom suit — for those less familiar with Spider-Man lore, the Venom suit gives Parker a ton of wild additional powers. But, it's also an
Bungie revives 'Marathon' as a multiplayer shooter
Engadget / 8h
What do you think Bungie would do for its first non-Destiny game in over a decade? A return to the franchise that helped make it a gaming giant, of course. The developer has unveiled Marathon , a follow-up to the classic first-person shooter series for Macs. This isn't a sequel or remake, mind you. Instead, it's a multiplayer "extraction shooter" that has mercenary Runners exploring a lost colony
'Project Q' is a dedicated PS5 streaming device due later this year
Engadget / 8h
It's not a handheld console, but Sony is preparing to release a device that will allow PlayStation 5 users to stream their favorite games to a portable display. Sony Interactive Entertainment president and CEO Jim Ryan shared the existence of "Project Q" on Wednesday during the company's PlayStation Showcase. He said the device would allow PlayStation gamers to stream any PS5 game, excluding Play
The 'Resident Evil 4' remake will support PS VR2
Engadget / 8h
At some point in the not-too-distant future, you'll be able to experience the Resident Evil 4 remake in virtual reality. Capcom revealed during today's PlayStation Showcase that PS VR2 support is on the way. The VR mode will be a free update for the PS5 version of Resident Evil 4 , though Capcom didn't say when it will be available. One thing the company has confirmed : you'll be able to wield Le
'Alan Wake II' will drop on October 17th for Xbox Series X, PS5 and PC
Engadget / 8h
Alan Wake II , the sequel to Remedy Entertainment's 2010 cult hit, is scheduled to come out on October 17th, 2023, for Xbox Series X and S, PlayStation 5 and PC. There are two playable protagonists in Alan Wake II : Wake himself and FBI agent Saga Anderson. The sequel is a single-player psychological horror experience, just like the original. In the new game, Anderson is investigating a rash of r
Here’s The Latest Southwest Airlines Strategy To Avoid Another Meltdown This Summer
View from the Wing / 8h
It's been five months since Southwest Airlines experienced an unprecedented meltdown. They initially blamed weather, but they were cancelling over 60% of their flights a day even while other airlines throughout the country were operating normally. They found themselves short-staffed, and without the systems to recover. Their phone system broke. And they had to rebuild schedules manually, getting
1st look: Inside United’s new Denver club, opening this summer
100+The Points Guy / 8h
United Airlines’ Denver hub is getting a big face-lift. Not only is the airline adding stunning new gates with Instagram-worthy bathroom areas, but it’s also debuting three new and revamped lounges in the coming months. It all starts this summer with the opening of a new club in the A-West concourse, between gates A25 and A27. This will become United’s first lounge in Denver’s A concourse. It’ll
Apple AirTag 4-pack on sale now — save on tracking your luggage
1KThe Points Guy / 8h
There’s no cheaper and more reliable way to keep tabs on where your things are nowadays than by using Apple AirTags. For a pretty low price, you can keep an eye on where your pets, keys and even checked bags are. Whether you’ve yet to get into the swing of using Apple AirTags in your checked bags or you’ve decided you’d like to add some AirTags to your collection to track more of your bags and ot
Marvel's Spider-Man 2 Brings Double the Spiders
Gizmodo / 8h
Insomniac Games’ first step into the superhero genre with Marvel’s Spider-Man was a blast in 2018, and felt like an adrenaline shot to the webhead’s video game prospects. Not long after, the studio followed it up with a spinoff focused on Miles Morales , which made it quite clear that it was in the Marvel space for the… Read more...
Sam Altman Says OpenAI Will Leave the EU if There's Any Real AI Regulation
Gizmodo / 8h
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman’s overseas charm offensive is continuing the AI hype train he started with his recent talks in front of U.S. Congress. Though unlike in the AI-friendly U.S., Altman has threatened to take his big tech toys to the other end of the sandbox if they’re not willing to play by his rules. Read more...
Goodbye QR Menu, Your Shift is Over
200+Gizmodo / 8h
The QR code menu which restaurateurs began using during the covid-19 pandemic may soon become a thing of the past with some eateries moving back to the traditional handheld menu. In the early stages of the pandemic, when restaurants first opened back up and began welcoming patrons back to their tables, they introduced… Read more...
Mozilla Is Giving Thunderbird Mail a New Logo
How-To Geek / 8h
It’s been often said that Thunderbird, despite having active support for years, has remained a little… Stagnant. The app still looks a lot like the email client that became popular in the 2000s, which isn’t a great thing. Luckily, things are slowly changing — starting with a new logo. Read This Article on How-To Geek ›
What's New on Paramount+ in June 2023
Lifehacker / 8h
Some months I think, why do I even subscribe to Paramount+? I can’t tell my Yellowstone spinoffs from my Yellowjacket s . Then I remember that Star Trek exists. Read more...
Assassin's Creed Mirage will arrive on October 12
Engadget / 8h
If you've been waiting for a game that takes the Assassin's Creed franchise back to its roots, you won't have to wait long: The May PlayStation Showcase just revealed that Assassin's Creed Mirage will release on October 12. Set two decades before Assassin's Creed Valhalla, Mirage will put players in the robes of Basim Ibn in the city of Baghdad, 861 CE, and will have a stronger focus on stealth m
'Sword of the Sea' is a fantasy surfing adventure from the creators of 'Abzû'
Engadget / 8h
Most board sports games revolve around racking up high scores, but Giant Squid is trying something decidedly different. The Abzû and The Pathless developer has unveiled Sword of the Sea , a fantasy action adventure about much more than showing off. You play a resurrected Wraith who has to revive a wasted world while navigating with a "Hoversword" that serves as a combo skateboard, snowboard and s
‘The Talos Principle 2’ brings mind-bending puzzles to a new generation
Engadget / 8h
Sony revealed The Talos Principle 2 at its PlayStation Games Showcase today. The sequel to the 2015 first-person puzzler promises a greatly expanded scope with “more mind-bending puzzles to solve, more surreal environments to explore, more secrets to uncover, a deeper story to lose yourself in, and bigger questions to boggle your brain.” Developer Croteam describes the sequel as simultaneously fa
'Metal Gear Solid 3: Snake Eater' is being remade for modern platforms
Engadget / 8h
The rumors were true, Konami is remaking Hideo Kojima's Metal Gear Solid 3 : Snake Eater . On Wednesday, Sony shared a cinematic trailer for the upcoming game during its PlayStation Showcase. The teaser didn't offer any gameplay footage, but it did show protagonist Naked Snake before the events that transform him into Big Boss. No word yet if Hideo Kojima is involved in the project. Kojima famous
'Neva' is the next gorgeous-looking game from 'Gris' developer Nomada Studio
Engadget / 8h
Gris developer Nomada Studio revealed its next game during today's PlayStation Showcase . It's called Neva and it's scheduled to hit the PS5, Nintendo Switch, Xbox Series X/S and PC in 2024. The game tells the story of a young woman who forges a bond with a wolf cub that grows and matures over time. The pair will help each other on a journey through a decaying world. Neva features platforming, pu
LG’s New CineBeam Projector Has 4K at up to 120 Inches
How-To Geek / 8h
There are many kinds of projectors out there. And while you might be tempted to go cheap and buy an entry-level one, if you have the money, a premium option can be a good investment. This one by LG might just be the one you need if you have the money to spare. Read This Article on How-To Geek ›
Google never agreed it wouldn’t copy Genius’ song lyrics, US official says
Ars Technica - All content / 8h
Enlarge (credit: maxshutter | iStock / Getty Images Plus ) After song lyrics website Genius sued Google in 2019 for allegedly breaching its terms of service by copying its lyrics transcriptions in search results, the United States Supreme Court invited the US solicitor general, Elizabeth Prelogar, to weigh in on how the US viewed the case. The question before Prelogar was whether federal copyrigh
Colorless nanoparticles used to create lightweight, colorful paint
Ars Technica - All content / 8h
Enlarge / Materials in a butterfly's wing create color by altering the paths taken by some wavelengths of light. This was the inspiration for a new form of paint. (credit: Getty Images ) Do you know more than 50 percent of microplastic pollution in our oceans comes from color paints? Almost every object that people throw into the ocean, whether it be a broken toy, a small bottle cap, or a shoe, h
8 Companies Warning Their Employees to Stay Away From ChatGPT
32Gizmodo / 9h
As the artificial intelligence wave continues to pick up steam, there are plenty of organizations looking to cash in —while others are being more careful. While chatbots like ChatGPT can be a miracle assistant for some, companies that hold proprietary code or sensitive customer information need to be more careful. When… Read more...
Margot Robbie's Barbie Will Destroy Me, Personally
200+Gizmodo / 9h
Margot Robbie’s new profile in Vogue is incredible . The article mainly dives into Robbie’s work on the much-anticipated Barbie , but in between some delightful behind-the-scenes anecdotes, it offers insight on how the Barbie film actually came to be. Read more...
How the Private ISS Mission Crew is Settling Into Zero Gravity Life
Gizmodo / 9h
The International Space Station (ISS) just welcomed new guests, a private crew of four astronauts who are settling in on board the orbiting lab and learning to adapt to the microgravity environment. Read more...
Experts Analyze Why Elon Musk Is So Painfully Unfunny
500+Futurism / 9h
Laugh Wit Try as he might, Elon Musk simply cannot add "funny guy" to his ever-growing resumé — and as some of the best comedians in the game explain, there are a lot of reasons why. To that end, the Los Angeles Times compiled a "crack team" of comedians, with credits ranging from "Bob's Burgers" to "Community" to "Last Week Tonight," to drill down exactly why Musk's jokes don't land. Take, for e
Southwest Airlines Credit Card Eligibility Explained
One Mile at a Time / 9h
Chase and Southwest have five co-branded credit cards , and it can be tough to keep track of the eligibility requirements of these cards. All of these cards are great if you’re looking to earn Companion Pass . In this post, I wanted to cover the basics of what you need to know if you’re looking to get approved for these cards. Southwest Airlines credit card basics For context, here are the annual
Get Ready Now for Prime Day 2023
Lifehacker / 9h
Amazon’s biggest discount holiday of the year, Prime Day 2023, is nearly upon us, which means you can expect thousands of deals and discounts on just about every type of product you can think of. If you’re looking for details on when and where Amazon’s 48-hour shopping event will be held, you’ve come to the right… Read more...
'Helldivers 2' is coming to PS5 and PC later this year
Engadget / 9h
The PlayStation 5's 2023 release slate is taking shape, and one of the upcoming titles is a sequel to 2015's Helldivers . It emerged during today's PlayStation Showcase that Arrowhead Game Studios is working on Helldivers 2 . The follow up is slated to arrive on PS5 and PC later this year. A reveal trailer evoked both the irreverent tone of Starship Troopers and the desolate landscapes of Death S
'Fairgame$' looks like Payday and The Division with a Gen-Z twist
Engadget / 9h
The first project out of Haven Studios is Fairgame$ , and it looks like it packs plenty of neon-tinged, anarchist multiplayer action. Fairgame$ is an online, competitive heist game about classism and rebelling against billionaires, and it's heading to PlayStation 5 and PC. There's no release date at the moment. Haven is the new studio founded by veteran producer Jade Raymond, who's best known for
Microsoft VP Yusuf Mehdi sheds light on the Bing/Google rivalry
Mashable / 9h
If you're thinking Microsoft is trying to make you change your go-to search engine from Google to Bing you're thinking about it the wrong way. Even if you're a Google loyalist, Microsoft is still finding ways into your daily life. During Microsoft Build 2023 , Mashable spoke with corporate vice president Yusuf Mehdi, the man behind the surge of Bing features over the past few months. Mehdi talked
Register now to earn bonus points with IHG One Rewards’ new promotion
100+The Points Guy / 9h
Editor’s note: This is a recurring post, regularly updated with new information and offers. If you plan to stay at IHG hotels this summer, you’ll be happy to know that IHG One Rewards just opened registration for a new bonus points promotion. With this promotion, IHG members can choose to earn 2,000 points for every two nights or 10,000 points for every four nights of eligible paid stays complete
Windows 11 Will Finally Let You Turn Off Taskbar Grouping
26How-To Geek / 9h
The revamped taskbar and Start Menu are still missing some features found in earlier versions of Windows, including the ability to see each window in the taskbar with individual labels. That will finally change soon. Read This Article on How-To Geek ›
You Should Unplug Your Smart TV Every Week: Here's Why
How-To Geek / 9h
Smart TVs are amazing. Aside from phones, they’re one of the most used devices inside our homes. However, while smart TVs provide endless entertainment, many users frequently experience glitchy streaming apps, slow internet speeds, or performance issues. Read This Article on Review Geek ›
Legendary Singer Tina Turner's Little-Known Role As The Face Of Plymouth
SlashGear / 9h
Tina Turner was known for many things, but her role as the face for Plymouth cars isn't one of them. Her work with the brand is immortalized in these ads.
Book round-trip flights from California to Fiji for only $607
100+The Points Guy / 9h
If you’ve been thinking of a tropical getaway filled with white sand beaches and crystal blue waters, book this deal as soon as possible. Round-trip flights from California to Fiji are starting at $607. MARIA LETIZIA COLACCHIA/EYEM/GETTY IMAGES Fiji Airways has a slate of cheap fares to Fiji from Los Angeles and San Francisco, with ample availability from August through March. These deals are gre
Peloton launches three new app tiers as part of company rebrand
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 9h
Peloton, best known for its exercise bikes , is undergoing a major rebrand and doubling its software efforts by launching three membership tiers to its mobile app. The fitness brand now wants to focus more on providing "fitness offerings" that anybody can do at their home or at the gym without having to purchase the company's expensive hardware. Looking at the official trailer , it appears all yo
Microsoft says China installed malware in US systems in Guam
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Engadget / 9h
China may have conducted digital espionage against the US' Pacific interests. Microsoft and the National Security Agency (NSA) have revealed that an alleged state-sponsored Chinese hacking group, Volt Typhoon, installed surveillance malware in "critical" systems on the island of Guam and elsewhere in the US. The group has been operating since mid-2021 and reportedly compromised government organiz
New Kimpton Summer 2023 Social Password
200+One Mile at a Time / 9h
Kimpton has a pretty cool “social password” concept, whereby you can receive extra perks for sharing a phrase at check-in. Kimpton generally has this promotion a couple of times per year — we last saw this in winter, and there’s now a new password for summer. I wanted to talk about what the new password is, share my experience using it, and also pose a question to Kimpton regulars about the least
Pop Your Corn in Ghee for Greaseless Buttery Flavor
Lifehacker / 9h
It wasn’t that I didn’t like the fluffy corn I had popped in clarified butter. I just found it slightly disappointing (at least until I added salt, but more on that in a bit). “It’s because you drown your popcorn,” my boyfriend suggested, shoving another handful into his mouth. “That’s why you don’t like this. You’d… Read more...
Weird Trick Breaks ChatGPT’s Brain
200+Futurism / 10h
Redditors have unlocked a bizarro way to break ChatGPT's electronic brain . All you have to do, apparently, is ask the bot to repeat a letter as many times as it can — and some very strange chaos ensues. A Reddit user who goes by the handle TheChaos7777 took to the r/ChatGPT subreddit a few days ago to share a screenshot of the strange phenomenon, in which asking the OpenAI bot to "please respond
'I Think You Should Leave' Season 3's trailer reveals even more guest stars and hilarious antics
Mashable / 10h
The trailer for season 3 of I Think You Should Leave with Tim Robinson is finally here, and it provides a quick glimpse of the future memes we'll be quoting for years to come. This sketch comedy series stars writer/co-creator Tim Robinson as he gets himself into the cringiest everyday scenarios possible, alongside a slew of guest stars and eccentric characters. By the looks of Season 3's trailer,
Twitter now publicly shows who you're paying to subscribe to via Subscriptions
100+Mashable / 10h
Have you ever wondered what subscription services your friends pay for? No, we're not talking mainstream streaming platforms like Disney+ or mundane online cloud services like Google One. What if you knew the weird things your friends are paying for? Well, Twitter just made a version of that possible on its platform. Twitter has a feature called " Subscriptions ," which allows users to pay a mont
Legendary Musician and Pop Culture Icon Tina Turner Has Died
500+Gizmodo / 10h
Multiple Grammy winner and musical legend Tina Turner , an electric performer whose storied career stretched back to the 1960s and included a string of hits, has died after a long illness at the age of 83, as reported by Variety and numerous other sources. Read more...
You Can Get a Refurbished MacBook Air (and a Lifetime of Microsoft Office) for 25% Off
Lifehacker / 10h
A brand-new, off-the-shelf computer may be a necessary expense if you need the latest hardware. But for most of us, a refurbished device is a more affordable—and environmentally friendly —option. This refurbished Apple MacBook Air is certified to look and work like new, despite being manufactured in 2017. And right… Read more...
A comprehensive list of 2023 tech layoffs
TechCrunch / 10h
Last year’s techwide reckoning continues. In 2023, layoffs have yet again cost tens of thousands of tech workers their jobs; this time, the workforce reductions have been driven by the biggest names in tech like Google , Amazon , Microsoft , Yahoo , Meta and Zoom . Startups, too, have announced cuts across all sectors, from crypto to enterprise SaaS. The reasoning behind these workforce reduction
No tears, only launches now: Virgin Galactic heads back to space as Virgin Orbit goes under
20TechCrunch / 10h
In space, no one can hear you cry. That’s probably why Virgin Galactic is headed up there so soon after the untimely demise of its sister company, Virgin Orbit — currently being salvaged for parts. After a nearly two year hiatus, the space tourism company is ready to fly again and plans to do so tomorrow morning. Virgin Galactic’s first flight was back in 2021 , carrying crew from the company and
Thermal imaging startup Satellite Vu closes $15.8 million ahead of first launch
TechCrunch / 10h
British startup Satellite Vu has raised £12.7 million ($15.8 million) to develop what it calls “the world’s thermometer”: a satellite constellation capable of monitoring thermal emissions around the world. The Series A-2 round was led by Molten Ventures, with participation from Seraphim Space, A/O Proptech, Lockheed Martin, Ridgeline Ventures, Earth Sciences Foundation and Stellar Ventures. All o
AMD Radeon RX 7600 Challenges RTX 4060 Ti For Budget GPU Dominance
SlashGear / 10h
The battle for entry-level graphics cards targeting 1080p gaming is picking up pace. AMD has announced a new budget-friendly card just days after Nvidia.
Sam Altman’s World Tour Hopes to Reassure AI Doomers
46Wired / 10h
On a stop in London, the OpenAI CEO called for balanced regulation and warned of the risks of deepfake disinformation.
Google and the European Commission will collaborate on AI ground rules
Engadget / 10h
The world’s governments have taken note of generative AI’s potential for massive disruption and are acting accordingly. European Commission (EC) industry chief Thierry Breton said Wednesday that it would work with Alphabet on a voluntary pact to establish artificial intelligence ground rules, according to Reuters . Breton met with Google CEO Sundar Pichai in Brussels to discuss the arrangement, w
How to unlock additional award availability with United Airlines
100+The Points Guy / 10h
Editor’s note: This is a recurring post, regularly updated with the latest information. If you’re having difficulty finding saver award availability with United Airlines, you’re not alone. Ever since United MileagePlus scrapped its official award charts , saver awards (the seats that require fewer miles and are also available to partner airlines) have felt harder to find. Saver award space greatl
48 states sue phone company that allegedly catered to needs of robocallers
58Ars Technica - All content / 10h
Enlarge Nearly every US state yesterday sued a telecom company accused of routing billions of illegal robocalls to millions of US residents on the Do Not Call Registry. Avid Telecom , an Arizona-based company formed in 2000, "chose profit over running a business that conforms to state and federal law," according to a lawsuit led by Arizona AG Kris Mayes and joined by the attorneys general of 47 o
News breaks of surprise cameo as Warner Bros. drops final The Flash trailer
Ars Technica - All content / 10h
Warner Bros has dropped the final trailer for The Flash , coming to theaters on June 16, 2023. We have one last trailer for The Flash in advance of the film's release on June 16, 2023. Its release coincides with some spoiler-y casting news. Apparently director Andy Muschietti spilled the beans about a surprise cameo in the forthcoming film, according to Variety (huge spoiler at link)—much to the
Warhammer 40,000: Boltgun is a loud, obnoxious, and damned fun retro shooter
Ars Technica - All content / 10h
Enlarge / Not every screenshot from a developer properly explains what a game is really about or what about it is entertaining. There's not a single screenshot from Warhammer 40,000: Boltgun I've seen that doesn't give you the gist of it in a single frame. (credit: Auroch Digital) " What is that sound ?" my wife yelled from the other room, 20 minutes into my first session of Warhammer 40,000: Bol
Check out live-action Boimler and Mariner in Strange New Worlds S2 trailer
26Ars Technica - All content / 10h
The second season of Star Trek: Strange New Worlds will feature a crossover episode with Star Trek: Lower Decks . We already knew that the second season of Star Trek: Strange New Worlds would feature a crossover episode with Star Trek: Lower Decks . Paramount just dropped the full trailer for S2, giving us our first glimpse of Tawny Newsome and Jack Quaid playing the live-action counterparts to t
Montenegro Court Says Terra Founder Do Kwon Should Remain in Jail
Gizmodo / 10h
It turns out that Do Kwon, the man whose Terra stablecoin led to a $40 billion loss in the crypto industry , won’t get out of jail for a few hundred thousand dollars. On Wednesday, a Montenegrin court nixed an earlier deal to give Kwon bail, meaning the man will have to remain in jail while awaiting trial over… Read more...
Chinese Malware Hits Systems on Guam. Is Taiwan the Real Target?
1KNYT > Technology / 10h
The code, which Microsoft said was installed by a Chinese government hacking group, set off alarms because Guam would be a centerpiece of any U.S. military response to a move against Taiwan.
This Zotac Tiny PC Takes a New Approach to Cooling
How-To Geek / 10h
There are a few ways to cool down an electronic device: fans, passive cooling (which uses just heatsinks and natural air convection), and water cooling to name a few. This Zotac tiny PC, however, proposes a fourth, interesting way. Read This Article on How-To Geek ›
Your Yard Needs a Sensory Garden Path
Lifehacker / 10h
Sensory paths are a popular feature in schools, as they can engage kids in ways that promote focus and calm. These are all things that many adults could stand to be reminded of, so a garden sensory path doesn’t have to be just for kids. A sensory garden path can be a great feature for anyone looking to up their… Read more...
Watch the PlayStation Showcase here at 4PM ET
100+Engadget / 10h
It's almost time for Sony's PlayStation Showcase , in which the company will provide a look at a bunch of games that are coming to PlayStation 5 and PS VR2. It's likely to be a meatier affair than the State of Play streams Sony occasionally runs. The showcase will last for just over an hour and you'll be able to watch it below at 4PM ET. This is just the second PlayStation Showcase to date. The p
10 Horror Movies That Will Make You Log Off Social Media, Possibly Forever
Gizmodo / 10h
Social media becoming a horror trope is a natural evolution of the world we live in, where perceptions of reality can be altered with filters and deepfakes , and ordinary people can become celebrities by opening up their lives to strangers. These situations can certainly turn dark in real life —so it’s no surprise… Read more...
Adobe Forbids Using Photoshop’s New AI Features for Nudity
500+Futurism / 11h
Pinky Promise Photoshop's new generative AI tools are here — and Adobe really, really, pretty please doesn't want you to use them to make porn, okay? Presumably in response to the growing existential threat that text-to-image AIs like OpenAI's DALL-E and Midjourney pose to the longtime overlord of the graphic design kingdom, Adobe this week unveiled the beta for its new suite of generative AI too
It Sounds Like PlayStation VR2 Is Off To A Strong Start
SlashGear / 11h
Sony has revealed better than anticipated sales figures for the PS VR2, its VR peripheral for the PlayStation 5, It could be good news for VR as a whole, too.
iOS 17 will turn locked iPhones into smart home-style displays, report says
TechCrunch / 11h
Apple is planning to release a new feature that turns locked iPhones into smart home displays with iOS 17, according to a new report from Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman . The interface will reportedly display information such as calendar appointments, the weather and notifications in the style of a smart home display when the phone is locked and positioned horizontally. Gurman notes that the interface w
Netflix tests its staying power with global password crackdown
TechCrunch / 11h
Netflix is at a turning point where the company will soon discover whether or not its brand still has staying power and the ability to dominate in today’s streaming market, given the abundance of choice available to consumers. On Tuesday, Netflix announced its plan to roll out its password-sharing restrictions to a global audience, including the U.S., years after having encouraged the practice as
How Airlines Collude To Raise Prices, Right In Front Of Regulators
View from the Wing / 11h
The Department of Justice successfully sued in District Court to block American Airlines and JetBlue from continuing to cooperate in their 'Northeast Alliance' where they divvied up which carrier flew to which city, and shared revenue. The judge's decision cites some pretty interesting coordination over pricing that happens in the airline industry prior to and outside of this alliance. Competitor
How to Store Bread, According to Your Bread Personality
Lifehacker / 11h
Welcome back to The Grown-Up Kitchen , a segment of Skillet devoted to answering basic kitchen questions. Not every voting-age adult is comfortable slingin’ steaks or even heating their frozen pizza. (My stepfather insists he’s never been able to microwave popcorn without burning it.) From basic cooking skills to… Read more...
Dyson Vacuums Are on Sale During Amazon's Memorial Day Sale
How-To Geek / 11h
Spring cleaning season might be over, but if you were tidying up your home only to realize your vacuum didn’t quite pick up all the debris on your floors, a new vacuum might be in your future. During Amazon’s Memorial Day sale, you can get one for up to $100 off. Read This Article on LifeSavvy ›
Elon Musk Advocates for More Job Cuts in Silicon Valley
Gizmodo / 11h
Twitter’s soon to be ex-CEO Elon Musk claims there’s more room to cut jobs in the tech industry. Musk cleaned house the moment he took over as Chief Twit, laying off thousands of workers. But it seems he’s now ready to beef up staff levels once again. In an interview at The Wall Street Journal’s CEO Council Summit in… Read more...
Samsung's Next Galaxy Watch Could Bring Back the 'Classic' Rotating Bezel
Gizmodo / 11h
If new leaked renders are to be believed, Samsung is going back to the classics, literally, with its upcoming Galaxy Watch 6. According to routine leaker OnLeaks , who provided watch renders to MySmartPrice , Samsung’s next smartwatch iteration will go back to designs not seen since the Watch 4, which currently features… Read more...
Yikes: Biodegradable Plastic Doesn't Actually Break Down in the Ocean
25Gizmodo / 11h
It’s tempting to think of purchasing plastic cups labeled as compostable or using plastic cutlery made of biodegradable materials as a better choice for the environment—but there are a lot of complexities at play. A study published Wednesday in PLOS ONE demonstrates how a popular bioplastic advertised as biodegradable… Read more...
People Who Exercise Handle Pain Better, Study Finds
67Gizmodo / 11h
A little bit of exercise can help keep pain in check, researchers in Norway have found. Their newly published study suggests that physically active people have a higher pain tolerance on average than those who are sedentary, while higher levels of physical activity might further increase people’s tolerance. Read more...
It Takes an Hour to Load This Dart-Blasting Minigun but 9 Seconds to Empty It
32Gizmodo / 11h
Hasbro tends to design its dart-firing Nerf blasters to look like toys, or classic sci-fi props , with performance geared towards keeping kids safe. Grown up dart blaster enthusiasts, by comparison, strive to create absolutely terrifying, over-powered, foam-flinging weapons. The latter approach, thanks to YouTuber… Read more...
Pedro Pascal Isn't in Din Djarin's Mandalorian Suit That Much
33Gizmodo / 11h
Pedro Pascal has shown that handsome mug three times on his hit Star Wars show The Mandalorian . Once, briefly, in season one; twice, more extensively , in season two; and then not at all in season three . That certainly makes fans wonder how often the actor is actually wearing the suit and helmet. The answer seems to be… Read more...
Ransomware attackers are going after backup storage to force you to pay up
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 11h
When an organization suffers a ransomware infection, it usually has two choices: either pay the ransom demand and hope the decryptor works, or restore the data from a backup solution and continue business as usual. However, new research from Veeam has found hackers are increasingly targeting backup solutions in order to force the victims to pay the ransom demand anyway. The company's Veeam 2023 R
The first DJI Air 3 leaks show it could be the new drone sweet spot
63TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 11h
The DJI Air 2S has been a longstanding member of our guide to the best drones , but several leaks have revealed that its DJI Air 3 successor is imminent – and could well be the new sweet spot in DJI's drone range. A combination of rumored DJI Air 3 specs, plus leaked photos and a video, have started to build a picture of what we can expect from the mid-range drone. And the big news is that it's l
Get ready for summer nights and grab an Ooni pizza oven and accessories up to 30% off
Mashable / 11h
The much-hyped Ooni pizza ovens have made quite an impression on everyone from TikTokers to Mashable's very own staff . If you genuinely love making pizza on your own, then take a gander at Ooni's Memorial Day discounts as of May 24. Here's a summary of some ovens, bundles, and accessories you can find: BEST GAS PIZZA OVEN: The Ooni Koda 12 gas-powered pizza oven reaches 900 degrees Fahrenheit in
Ask Sophie: What are my options if a company rescinds my OPT job offer?
TechCrunch / 11h
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 Ask Sophie: Which visas are best for US startup accelerators? Ask Sophie:
What's New on Netflix in June 2023
Lifehacker / 11h
Lots of people are rightly mad at Netflix for cracking down on password sharing or still nursing a grudge over GLOW getting canceled, but lest they think nothing they do will make us happy, I’d like to take this moment to thank them for raising Nimona from the dead after Disney unjustly shitcanned it in 2021 . Read more...
Why now may be the perfect time to apply for the Amex Green Card
81The Points Guy / 11h
Summer is nearly upon us, and if the last two years are any indication of what’s to come, traveling may bring added hassle for anyone hitting the road over the next few months. Thankfully, top travel credit cards can alleviate some of this stress by offering lucrative rewards alongside valuable benefits. And there’s a new offer on one in particular that could make today a great time to apply. Her
Legit app in Google Play turns malicious and sends mic recordings every 15 minutes
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52Ars Technica - All content / 11h
Enlarge (credit: Getty Images) An app that had more than 50,000 downloads from Google Play surreptitiously recorded nearby audio every 15 minutes and sent it to the app developer, a researcher from security firm ESET said. The app, titled iRecorder Screen Recorder, started life on Google Play in September 2021 as a benign app that allowed users to record the screens of their Android devices, ESET
Amazon creeps into the premium tablet market with the Fire Max 11
Ars Technica - All content / 11h
The Amazon Fire Max 11, with the keyboard and stylus attached. [credit: Amazon ] Amazon's biggest tablet is the Fire Max 11 . It has an 11-inch screen, a fingerprint reader, and an optional keyboard and stylus package. Usually, Fire tablets are cheap consumption devices, but now maybe you can be productive on one? The tablet starts at $229.99, with the "productivity bundle"—the tablet plus the ke
Buy a $100 Apple gift card and get a $10 Best Buy eGift card
Mashable / 12h
GET A $10 BEST BUY EGIFT CARD: Get a $10 Best Buy eGift card when you buy a $100 Apple gift card at Best Buy . Opens in a new tab Credit: Apple $100 Apple gift card (opens in a new tab) Get a $10 Best Buy eGift card with the purchase of a $100 Apple gift card at Best Buy (opens in a new tab) If you're looking to get some new Apple gear ( Apple's Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) is just arou
We're Obsessed With Caroline Ellison's Diary Being Evidence in the FTX Case
100+Futurism / 12h
Exes and Ohs In one of the strangest cases in financial history, a key figure is a millennial who used to blog about her love life — so naturally, we're morbidly fascinated to see what's inside her diary, which is apparently a key piece of evidence in the upcoming trial. As the New York Times reports , federal prosecutors purportedly have a "mountain" of evidence in their case against FTX CEO Sam
Billions Of People Could Face Unlivable Temperatures By 2100, Study Finds
Gizmodo / 12h
It’s getting hot in here—so hot that vulnerable people around the world are soon going to be pushed out of regions where humans have flourished for years. In a new study published Monday in the journal Nature Sustainability, researchers find that about 2 billion people will be at risk of extreme heat by the beginning… Read more...
Jumia reaches lowest losses in four years under new management
TechCrunch / 12h
Q1 2023 marks the first quarter Jumia’s new management implemented its strategy after riding out the blueprint of previous management in Q4 2022. The result? Jumia saw its losses decrease significantly: adjusted EBITDA loss dropped 51% year-over-year to $27 million, on track to meet the company’s end-of-year target of $100-120 million in adjusted losses. Similarly, operating loss was down 54% fro
Meta is laying off employees for the third time in less than three months
400+Engadget / 12h
Meta has started another round of layoffs amid the company’s “year of efficiency.” The latest job cuts are the third round of a series of cuts first announced in March . The company said it expected to shed a total of 10,000 jobs over the course of three rounds. It’s unclear exactly how many workers are impacted by the latest round, but the layoffs, once again, seem to be primarily in non-enginee
iOS 17 will reportedly turn your locked iPhone into a smart display
500+Engadget / 12h
Your iPhone might soon display more than a handful of tiny widgets when it's locked. Bloomberg sources claim Apple's iOS 17 update will introduce a lock screen that effectively turns an iPhone into a smart display when sitting on its side. You'll reportedly see calendar items, notifications and other details in a high-contrast layout reminiscent of what you'd see on an Amazon Echo Show or Google
Take a deep breath with a Shark air purifier bundle for 45% off
Mashable / 12h
SAVE $139.99: The Shark HP102PET Clean Sense air purifier + extra pet filter bundle is on sale for $169.99 at Amazon as of May 24. That's a savings of 45% and $136.59 less than buying each product separately. The air purifier is on sale on its own for $149.99 at Best Buy , where it's $80 off. Opens in a new tab Credit: Shark Shark HP102PET Clean Sense air purifier + extra pet filter bundle (opens
GameStop is changing its rewards program — save $10/year if you sign up before June 27
Mashable / 12h
SAVE $10: GameStop is overhauling its PowerUp Rewards membership program (soon to be named GameStop Pro) and increasing its price from $14.99/year to $24.99/year. Sign up before June 27 to become a member and lock in the lower rate. Opens in a new tab Credit: GameStop GameStop Pro membership (opens in a new tab) $14.99/year until June 27 (save $10) (opens in a new tab) GameStop's customer loyalty
Make a Bee-Friendly Watering Hole for Your Garden
Lifehacker / 12h
While we’ve all been focused on growing a bee-friendly habitat in our gardens by planting pollinator friendly varieties, there’s something else that’s vital to the health of bees that often goes unmentioned: Bees need water. In their natural habitats, bees get water from ponds, pools, and puddles that naturally occur… Read more...
The Controversial VinFast VF8 EV Is Already Facing An Electronics Recall
SlashGear / 12h
VinFast's VF8 EV SUV is being recalled due to an electronics defect. It's not a good situation for the new automaker trying to make a foothold in America.
TicWatch 5 Pro Review: This Premium Smartwatch Has A Trick Up Its Sleeve
SlashGear / 12h
Mobvoi's TicWatch 5 Pro is here, at last, and it's arrived with an impressive set of features -- including a trick that even the Apple Watch hasn't matched.
Galaxy Watch 6 Classic Leaked Images Signal Return Of Rotating Bezel
SlashGear / 12h
Images of Samsung's upcoming 6th-generation smartwatch hint at a return of the "classic" version, complete with a rotating bezel. Here's what we know.
How to Listen to DeSantis’s Presidential Announcement With Elon Musk on Twitter
200+NYT > Technology / 12h
The Florida governor is set to announce that he will be running for president on Twitter Spaces, a live audio streaming platform on Twitter where people gather and talk online in real time.
Amex Gold Vs. Amex Green: Which Card Is Better?
60One Mile at a Time / 12h
For those looking to earn Amex Membership Rewards points , there are arguably two best personal cards for doing so — the American Express® Gold Card ( review ) and the American Express® Green Card ( review ). These are both fantastic cards, though I’d argue that they’re substitutes for one another, so for a vast majority of people, it only makes sense to have one card or the other. Which card mak
Mobvoi's TicWatch Pro 5 Might Be the Third Good Wear OS Watch
How-To Geek / 12h
For the better part of a decade, Android smartwatches have been plagued by outdated, underpowered, inefficient Qualcomm Snapdragon processors. That’s why Google and Samsung joined forces to build Wear OS 3, a platform that requires modern, powerful chipsets. Read This Article on Review Geek ›
The surgeon general’s advisory on risks of youth social media use could shift the conversation
TechCrunch / 12h
A new public health warning this week from the U.S. surgeon general explores concerns that social media use among children and teens poses serious risks that science has only just begun to understand. “… The current body of evidence indicates that while social media may have benefits for some children and adolescents, there are ample indicators that social media can also have a profound risk of h
Elon thinks AI could become humanity’s uber-nanny: Excerpts from a dinner convo
TechCrunch / 12h
After months of moving fast and breaking things at Twitter, Elon Musk’s been on a crash course of a different sort in the last several weeks, doing the rounds of interviews across a range of media events and with different media platforms (although TC’s invite may have gotten lost in the mail…). Yesterday, it was the turn of the WSJ, which featured him as its headliner to close off the opening-ni
Elementl raises $33M Series B for its data orchestration platform based on Dagster
TechCrunch / 12h
Elementl , a startup that is building a data platform based on the popular Dagster orchestrator , today announced that it has raised a $33 million Series B round led by Georgian. This round also saw participation from new investors 8VC and Human Capital, as well as existing investors Sequoia, Index, Amplify, Hanover and Slow. The new round brings the company’s total funding to $48.8 million . As
Indira Varma Joins Doctor Who, Adding New Genre Title to Her Stellar Resume
100+Gizmodo / 12h
Most fans recognize Indira Varma for her standout roles on Game of Thrones and Star Wars series Obi-Wan Kenobi , as well as Rome , Carnival Row , and the recent Extrapolations ; she’s also set to be in that upcoming Dune: The Sisterhood prequel series . But some might also know her from Torchwood —a connection that’s… Read more...
Earn College Credits Before Stepping Foot on Campus
Lifehacker / 12h
Once you’re enrolled in college, you can take classes whenever you want, including spring and winter breaks and during the summer . But you can also get a jump start on your college credits before you’ve even started your first traditional semester. There are some options for you in high school to earn college credit… Read more...
This 34-day Civil War cruise will take you to battlefields in 12 states
22The Points Guy / 12h
Calling all Civil War buffs and travel bucket-listers: If you’ve ever wanted to explore the war between the North and the South in great detail or check a bunch of states off your list in one trip, American Cruise Lines has a cruise for you. It’s a monthlong sailing to nearly all the major battlefields across 12 states and the District of Columbia. For more cruise guides, news and tips, sign up f
Save 25% on the GHD Rise, an affordable Dyson Airwrap dupe
Mashable / 12h
SAVE 25%: The GHD Rise volumizing hot brush is on sale for $141.75. That's a savings of $47.25. Opens in a new tab Credit: ghd Our pick: GHD Rise volumizing hot brush (opens in a new tab) $141.75 at GHD (save $47.25) (opens in a new tab) If the popular but pricey Dyson Airwrap (which costs almost $600) is too rich for your blood, the GHD Rise might be the answer to your hairstyling needs. This ho
GRoW is an advanced robot made for precision greenhouse harvesting
Mashable / 12h
This machine autonomously moves throughout the greenhouse scanning and choosing vegetables ready to be picked from the vine. The robot can be controlled via a phone app and lets the user configure which ripeness to harvest and where on the vine to make the cut.
'Fast X' stunt coordinator breaks down the saga's wildest stunts
Mashable / 12h
Fast saga stunt coordinator, Andy Gill, reveals how they pulled off the plane drop stunt from Furious 7 and the safe stunt from Fast 5 . Fast X was released in theaters May 19th.
Grab a deeply discounted laptop or PC at Lenovo's Memorial Day sale
Mashable / 12h
With grad season and Father's Day ahead of us, now is the time to upgrade tech devices or buy a gift for that special someone. Lenovo devices are known for their dependability, reliability, and top-notch features. If you're looking for new tech, Lenovo has plenty of Memorial Day discounts as of May 24. Here's a quick summary of what you can find. In addition to the deals below, you can save an ad
How to Login to Facebook Without a Code Generator
How-To Geek / 12h
Want to log in to your Facebook account but can’t generate a two-factor authentication code as you’ve lost or misplaced your phone? Don’t worry; you aren’t completely locked out of your account. There are multiple alternative ways to get the code, and we’ll show you how to use them. Read This Article on How-To Geek ›
Should You Add Soap or Water First When Washing Your Hands?
How-To Geek / 12h
In the realm of hand hygiene, the question lingers: should soap or water be first when we embark on our handwashing ritual? If you’re curious about how to wash your hands the right way, there actually is an ideal method. Read This Article on LifeSavvy ›
Samsung’s T7 SSD Is Cheaper Than Ever, Plus More Memorial Day Deals
How-To Geek / 12h
Lots of handy products often go on sale for Memorial Day weekend, and electronic devices and accessories are no exception. This week, you’ll be able to find deals on all kinds of gadgets, from the Dell XPS 13 laptop to wireless, noise-cancelling headphones from Sony, a Roborock robot vacuum and mop combo, and much more. Read This Article on How-To Geek ›
HBO Max Rebrand Breaks TVs, Remotes, and More
How-To Geek / 12h
As many of you probably know, HBO Max rebranded itself to Max this week. And while the name is mostly unimportant, the rebrand and new app are causing all sorts of problems for users. The switch broke stuff on TVs, killed the HBO Max button on remotes, and things aren’t going well. Read This Article on Review Geek ›
Here's everything coming to Netflix this June
Mashable / 12h
Summer is officially upon us, which means it's time to blast the A/C and binge-watch to our heart's desire. Luckily, Netflix's June line-up has some incredible gems to look forward to. From action-packed animes to an all-new season of Black Mirror , here's everything coming to Netflix next month. SEE ALSO: 45 TV shows we can't wait to watch this summer TV Shows Black Clover: Sword of the Wizard K
As U.S. Launch Sites Reach Capacity, Sea Platforms Could Ease the Pressure
Gizmodo / 12h
The Spaceport Company recently pulled off a series of rocket launches from a floating launch pad in the Gulf of Mexico, in its effort to create more options for rocket companies needing to reach space. Read more...
Here's another great reason to make sure your enterprises is safeguarded from ransomware
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 12h
When it comes to cyberattacks as a whole, hackers don’t really differentiate between small and medium-sized businesses (SMB), and enterprises (organizations with 1,000+ employees). However, when it comes to deploying ransomware specifically, they’re more attracted to enterprises, new research
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