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Buy Hilton Honors Points With 100% Bonus (0.5 Cents Each)

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Hilton Honors has just launched a new bonus on purchased points promotion. This is potentially in line with the best offers we see from the program, and could represent a great value for hotel redemptions. Promotion on purchased Hilton Honors points Through Tuesday, July 23, 2024, Hilton Honors is offering a bonus on purchased points . Different members may be targeted for different bonuses, so y

ChatGPT went down. Here's what we know.


41Mashable / 3h
UPDATE: Jun. 4, 2024, 12:38 p.m. GMT OpenAI said "A fix has been implemented and we are monitoring the results," as of 04:19am PT. The status of ChatGPT is still "unavailable for some users" on OpenAI's site. UPDATE: Jun. 4, 2024, 12:57 p.m. GMT OpenAI resolved the incident at 04:45am PT. All ChatGPT systems are now operational. ChatGPT appears to be having some difficulties today. OpenAI 's popu



35 Years On: China’s Aggressive War On Freedom From Tiananmen To Hong Kong
View from the Wing / 2min
Today marks the 35th anniversary of the Tiananmen Square massacre, where the Chinese government brutally crushed protestors. The image of 'Tank Man' standing athwart the People's Liberation Army seemed like an historical moment for that nation. The Chinese people who stood up that day were disappeared. Continue reading ...


OpenAI Whistleblowers Describe Reckless and Secretive Culture
NYT > Technology / 3min
A group of current and former employees are calling for sweeping changes to the artificial intelligence industry, including greater transparency and protections for whistle-blowers.


Demon Scientists Expose Subjects to Recordings of Themselves Singing Karaoke
Futurism / 3min
Hate hearing a recording of your own speaking voice? Try listening to a recording of yourself singing karaoke without backing music — and then having your sleep disrupted by scientists. That was, in essence, the methodology used by a group of Finnish scientists whose new study in the eNeuro journal described using karaoke as a tool for the induction of stressful memories. To be clear, karaoke its


Stacklet sees demand grow as companies take cloud cost control more seriously
TechCrunch / 5min
When Stacklet’s founders, Travis Stanfield and Kapil Thangavelu, came out of Capital One in 2020 to launch their startup, most companies weren’t all that concerned with constraining cloud costs. But in the ensuing years, as they experienced economic headwinds, first from the pandemic, and then rising interest rates, it became an imperative. As such, Stacklet’s […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights re


Fivetran launches a managed data lake service
TechCrunch / 5min
Fivetran's Managed Data Lake Service aims to remove the repetitive work of managing data lakes. © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.


How a couple of former Pinterest search experts caught Biz Stone’s attention
TechCrunch / 5min
Lance Riedel and Nigel Daley both spent decades in search discovery, but it was while working at Pinterest that they began trying to understand how to use search engines to do personalized searches for online shopping. © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.


5 spectacular European train trips you can take this summer
The Points Guy / 9min
As you gaze awestruck through the window at a skyline of jagged, ice-capped peaks or point excitedly as a world-famous landmark looms ahead, it hits you — epic views like these are meant to be savored, and there’s no better way to do that than from the window of a train. This summer, European train travel has even more appeal, as you can skip past long rental car lines, duck high gas prices and a


The 2024 Moto Edge combines a 6.6-inch OLED screen with mid-range pricing
Engadget / 10min
Motorola unveiled the 2024 Moto Edge on Tuesday. The $550 mid-range phone is slightly more expensive than the Pixel 8a but has different strengths and weaknesses. It will be available starting on June 20. The 2024 Motorola Edge combines the mid-range Snapdragon 7s G en 2 processor with a 6.6-inch pOLED display (much larger than the Pixel 8a’s 6.1-inch display) at 2400 x 1080 resolution (402ppi).


I Won't Buy a Power Station If It's Missing These Features
How-To Geek / 10min
Portable power stations are an excellent accessory to have in case of an emergency, to charge gear while camping, or being off the grid. Here are all the features I look for when buying one, and you should, too.


EU accuses Micrsoft of secretly collecting children's data
Engadget / 22min
Microsoft is back under the microscope in the European Union, but Teams is finally not to blame. Austrian advocacy group Noyb has filed two complaints against Microsoft over operations of its 365 Education software in schools and children's privacy. The group is also responsible for past complaints against OpenAI, Meta, Spotify and more tech giants. Noyb alleges that Microsoft 365 Education "inst


Chromebooks Don’t Need AI to Be a Good Buy
Gizmodo / 22min
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From our stacks: Cover detail from I Was a Stripper Librarian: From Cardigans to G-Strings by Kristy…
Music, Arts & Literature / 29min
From our stacks: Cover detail from I Was a Stripper Librarian : From Cardigans to G-Strings by Kristy Cooper. Olivier, 2021.


AeroPress Clear and Go Plus Review: Colorful, Portable Coffee Makers
Wired / 33min
Clear, colorful AeroPresses are a win, but the awkward, unsightly Go Plus is not.


How to watch Oman vs. Scotland online for free
Mashable / 33min
TL;DR: Watch Oman vs. Scotland in the 2024 Men's T20 World Cup for free on Disney+ Hotstar . Access this free streaming platform from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN . The next 2024 Men's T20 World Cup fixture is here and it's time for Oman and Scotland to go head-to-head. There's tough competition in Group B, including England, Namibia, and Australia. This marks the third game for both cou


How to watch West Indies vs. Uganda online for free
Mashable / 33min
TL;DR: Watch West Indies vs. Uganda in the 2024 Men's T20 World Cup for free on Disney+ Hotstar . Access this free streaming platform from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN . Co-hosts of the 2024 Men's T20 World Cup , the West Indies, are next to the pitch in the T20 World Cup. This year's tournament marks the second time the region has hosted the games, with matches being held at several ico


Instagram tests forcing users to watch adverts
BBC News / 37min
The "ad break" feature it is trialling means users cannot scroll or swipe past adverts as usual.


Amazon Prime's 'Yakuza' adaptation launches October 25
Engadget / 37min
Amazon has announced its latest series coming to Prime Video, and gamers might recognize it. The streamer is releasing Like A Dragon: Yakuza , a live-action adaptation of the Yakuza SEGA game series . The Japanese Original show will premiere worldwide in two batches of three episodes on October 25 and November 1, 2024. Make the choice to take the next step. Like a Dragon: Yakuza comes to Prime Vi


How to Remove the New Lock Screen Widgets in Windows 11
LifeHacker / 38min
If you've recently updated your Windows 11 PC, you might be surprised to see three new widget boxes at the bottom of your lock screen, where there used to be nothing. You haven't been hacked: These are part of Microsoft's continued efforts to stuff annoying ads and widgets where they do not belong. To be fair, I actually like the weather widget. But Microsoft is also bundling it with things like


The Download: AI for good, and China’s shrinking internet
MIT Technology Review / 39min
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 . What I learned from the UN’s “AI for Good” summit —Melissa Heikkilä Last week, Geneva played host to the UN’s AI for Good Summit. The summit’s big focus was how AI can be used to meet the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals, such as eradicating poverty and hun


What to Know About 'Open Banking,' Coming Soon in the U.S.
Gizmodo / 46min
The banking industry took its time to transition from paper bills to plastic cards. Now it’s in the midst of a more rapid transformation: going digital. Read more...


The first Leica M12 images have leaked – and it could be a revolutionary redesign
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 53min
The first Leica M12 rumors have started circulating in recent weeks, suggesting that the premium camera maker's next model could get a design overhaul. And while there's still some doubt as to what the camera will be called, newly leaked images point to some impressive and surprising upgrades. Leica Rumors shared design mockups that illustrate the potential exterior changes that, if true, would c


A Google Worker Reportedly Watched Private Nintendo Videos and Leaked Content
Gizmodo / 56min
An internal Google database containing six years’ worth of potential privacy breaches and security issues was recently obtained, and reveals—among many other things—that a Google employee used their access to watch a private YouTube video uploaded by Nintendo and leaked the details online. Read more...


GetWhy, a market research AI platform that extracts insights from video interviews, raises $34.5M
TechCrunch / 59min
GetWhy helps businesses carry out market studies and extract insights from video-based interviews using AI. © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.


Sonos Wants to Get Off Your Shelf and Own Audio Everywhere
Wired / 1h
CEO Patrick Spence sits down with WIRED to explain just how the company will reach beyond speakers to rule every part of your aural existence.


Southwest Airlines Fired Flight Attendant Who Criticized Union Head On Facebook, Appeals Court To Decide Her Fate
View from the Wing / 1h
Charlene Carter was fired as a Southwest Airlines flight attendant in 2017 after criticizing her union, TWU Local 556, for spending crewmember dues advocating for political causes like abortion. Continue reading ...


Sword Health raises $130 million and its valuation soars to $3 billion
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AI-powered virtual physical therapy platform Sword Health has seen its valuation soar 50% to $3 billion. © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.


Enpass unveils Google Workspace integration for seamless password management experience
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 1h
Enpass has unveiled a new Google Workspace integration for its password manager that it hopes will help create a seamless and secure working experience. Following a similar integration with Microsoft 365 last year, Enpass has now expanded its portfolio to include even more business software . By including Google Workspace integration, the Enpass password manager stores and syncs data using Google


A Homeowner Mutiny in Florida Is Leaving the State More Vulnerable to Hurricanes
Gizmodo / 1h
This story was originally published by Grist . Sign up for Grist’s weekly newsletter here . Read more...


Microsoft announces layoffs and restructuring in its mixed reality division
Engadget / 1h
Microsoft is laying off employees working on mixed reality as part of a restructuring of the division, CNBC has reported. The company will continue to sell the HoloLens 2 augmented reality (AR) headset, a key device produced by that department. "Earlier today we announced a restructuring of the Microsoft’s Mixed Reality organization," a spokesperson told CNBC in an email. "We remain fully committ


Why Are Laser Projectors so Heavy?
How-To Geek / 1h
Every time I review a laser projector, I inevitably struggle to find a good place to put it in my living room. Not only are these projectors bulky, but they're heavy, often clocking in at over 12 pounds. Ideally, I would just mount a heavy laser projector to my ceiling, but I'm worried that it would fall on someone's head.


Samsung sets Galaxy Ring release date for August if Oura's patents don't get in the way
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 1h
Samsung has revealed that – if everything goes according to plan – the Samsung Galaxy Ring will launch “around August.” But that might be quite a big if. That’s because this rough August release date was revealed in a legal document submitted to the US District Court in California. Samsung is requesting a ruling that the Galaxy Ring doesn’t infringe on patents held by Oura Health, while also poin


Project Mid-T: Marriott’s New “Middle Class” Hotel Brand With Few Standards
One Mile at a Time / 1h
Skift reports on how Marriott has unveiled the details of its newest hotel brand, which will have few brand standards… Basics of Marriott’s new Project Mid-T Marriott’s newest hotel brand is using the working name Project Mid-T (weird, no?), and it will be in the midscale hotel category. This brand is intended to be a conversion brand, for developers with existing hotels or even office spaces, wh


Microsoft set to lay off hundreds of Azure cloud staff as Google also cuts cloud team
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 1h
Microsoft is reportedly laying off hundreds of employees from its cloud business, with Google also set to make cuts, reports have claimed. A Business Insider article has claimed Microsoft's cutbacks are primarily expected to affect Azure for Operators and Mission Engineering teams, with the former facing as many as 1,500 layoffs. The news comes at a similar time to Google’s decision to terminate


WndrCo officially gets into venture capital with fresh $460M across two funds
24TechCrunch / 1h
Jeffrey Katzenberg and Sujay Jaswa, along with three general partners, manage $1.5 billion in assets today through their Build, Venture and Seed strategies. © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.


Great news — Microsoft Teams may have just fixed the most traumatic part of the app, or made it even worse
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 1h
Being shocked out of a productive streak by jarring Microsoft Teams notifications could soon be a thing of the past - or about to get a lot worse, thanks to a new update. A new feature for the video conferencing platform will soon allow users to change the sound of their Microsoft Teams notifications to whatever they like. In its entry on the official Microsoft 365 roadmap , the company says the


Buy Qatar Airways Avios With 50% Bonus (1.53 Cents Per Avios)
500+One Mile at a Time / 1h
Buying miles & points strategically can represent a great value , especially for luxury travel. The Qatar Airways Privilege Club program has just launched its latest promotion on purchased Avios, and it has the potential to be a good deal, even if you’re looking to acquire another “flavor” of Avios. However, there are a lot of ways to acquire Qatar Airways Avios, so I wouldn’t necessarily recomme


The Morning After: Our verdict on Sonos’ debut headphones
Engadget / 1h
After years of rumors of Sonos getting into headphones, the $449 Sonos Ace are here . They’re well-designed and have impressive audio quality. Integrating the headphones with its family of speakers isn’t what many expected, but the feature works well, according to Engadget’s Billy Steele. They’re also comfortable to wear. Engadget One thing that may mire an otherwise stellar debut is limited supp


Storyblok raises $80M to add more AI to its ‘headless’ CMS aimed at non-technical people
TechCrunch / 1h
The startup targets the middle ground between platforms that offer rigid templates, and those that facilitate a full-control approach. © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.


Microsoft reveals major Russian cyber threats that looked to target Paris Olympics
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 2h
Multiple Russian state-sponsored threat actors are actively running misinformation campaigns regarding the Summer Olympic Games that are due in Paris, France, this summer. The goal of the campaigns, apparently, is to make people afraid and have them avoid the event altogether. The Microsoft Threat Analysis Center (MTAC) recently published a new report outlining at least two separate threat actor


Neil Druckmann confirms 'multiple single-player' projects are in development at Naughty Dog: 'I promise you, we will not be The Last of Us studio forever'
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 2h
Naughty Dog's co-president Neil Druckmann has said the studio won't be centered around The Last of Us franchise forever. This comes from a recent interview with the LA Times , where the The Last of Us director reminisced on the development of the award-winning 2013 post-apocalyptic game, which later went on to receive a just as successful sequel in 2020. However, despite the series' immense succe


Marriott Introduces Little Blue Pill For Rooms-Growth, A ‘Low-End Fairfield’ Conversion Brand
View from the Wing / 2h
, since Marriott now identifies as mid, they needed another brand to carry the moniker: Project Mid-T, a lower-end Fairfield. Under CEO Anthony Capuano, “Marriott” doesn’t need to stand for anything, they just need to prop up room count. And Mid-T is perfect to counteract rooms-growth Low-T. Continue reading ...


AI Is Your Coworker Now. Can You Trust It?
Wired / 2h
Generative AI tools such as OpenAI’s ChatGPT and Microsoft’s Copilot are becoming part of everyday business life. But they come with privacy and security considerations you should know about.


Don't Buy a Smart Fridge, Buy a Fridge and an iPad Instead
How-To Geek / 2h
Smart products are taking over our homes, whether we like it or not. Fridges with computer screens on them are nothing new, but theyve yet to see widespread adoption in our kitchens. There's a good reason for that.


Ransomware threats are surging once again - here's what your business needs to know
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 2h
2023 was a big year for ransomware , with the number of threats rising after a two-year decline, breaking a six-year record, new research has claimed. A report from Mandiant has revealed the rising popularity of ransomware-as-a-service (RaaS), also means the barrier for entry has been severely reduced, and as a result, the number of victims posted on data leak sites rose substantially. As per the


United Airlines Resuming Flights To Tel Aviv, Israel
400+One Mile at a Time / 2h
In October 2023, we saw most international airlines discontinue flights to Israel over safety concerns, in light of the conflict. While EL AL has operated continuously to and from Tel Aviv Ben Gurion Airport, most foreign airlines haven’t. In March 2024, United Airlines became the first US airline to resume service to Israel. However, the airline suspended those flights just weeks later, due to h


Leaked Google database affects cars caught on Google Maps, children's privacy, and more
Mashable / 2h
A new internal database leak has revealed thousands of privacy incidents at Google over a span of six years, many of which had not been publicly known about before. The Google leak, obtained and first reported on by tech outlet 404 Media , includes a range of privacy issues across a number of Google products that affected a broad user base including children, car owners, and even video-game giant


Snapdragon CPUs could be over 50% of Windows PCs by 2029, Qualcomm’s CEO predicts – so should Intel be worried?
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 2h
Qualcomm envisions a future where its Arm chips become the dominant force in the world of Windows PCs , and that this will happen before the decade is out. The company is certainly talking a big game when it comes to its new Snapdragon X (Arm-based) chips – and the silicon that’ll follow down the line – with Qualcomm’s CEO backing up Arm’s chief executive when it comes to this prediction. Rene Ha


PlayStation console exclusive Kena: Bridge of Spirits will launch on Xbox later this year
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 2h
Story-driven action game Kena: Bridge of Spirits is set to launch on Xbox Series X, Xbox Series S, and Xbox One later this year. The news was revealed in a brief teaser trailer shared by IGN that offers a glimpse at two new in-game hats that will presumably be included in the upcoming release. These collectible cosmetic items are used to dress up your adorable Rot spirit companions throughout the


Renders of the Galaxy Watch FE just leaked – and it looks like the Galaxy Watch 4
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 2h
It doesn't look as though the Samsung Galaxy Watch FE leaks are going to be stopping anytime soon, and we now have some unofficial renders of the cut-price smartwatch to tide us over until its expected July reveal. These renders have been provided by tipster Sudhanshu Ambhore on social media, and show the wearable in three colors. We also get some specs: a 1.2-inch Super AMOLED screen with a 396


Inside the Biggest FBI Sting Operation in History
26Wired / 3h
When a drug kingpin named Microsoft tried to seize control of an encrypted phone company for criminals, he was playing right into its real owners’ hands.


Mexicana Orders Embraer E190-E2s & E195-E2s
One Mile at a Time / 3h
Mexicana de Aviación, Mexico’s government owned airline, has just placed its first “fresh” aircraft order. Mexicana picks up new Embraer jets Mexicana has just announced an order for 20 Embraer jets, comprised of 10 E190-E2s and 10 E195-E2s. The airline has been able to get these on fairly short notice, and should start to take delivery of them in the second quarter of 2025. For those not familia


‘Star Wars’ lasers and waterfalls of molten salt: How Xcimer plans to make fusion power happen
22TechCrunch / 3h
The startup has been pursuing a ground-up redesign of a well-understood technology. © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.


Travel app Sékr wants to help you plan your next road trip with its new AI tool
24TechCrunch / 3h
Sékr, a startup that offers a mobile app for outdoor enthusiasts and campers, is launching a new AI tool for planning road trips. The new tool, called Copilot, is available on the startup’s updated website and app, which is used by more than 100,000 users. Sékr was founded in 2016 with the goal of helping […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.


JBL Clip 5 Review: The Best Pocket-Sized Bluetooth Speaker I've Tested
How-To Geek / 3h
Who knew a tiny speaker could be this good? The JBL Clip 5 packs a big punch in a small, convenient, clip-able package. It's an excellent option for both outdoor and indoor listening, and I'm shocked by the number of improvements that JBL has managed to deliver with this fifth-generation product.


First trailer for Venom: The Last Dance teases new symbiotes, a Spider-Man villain's return, and ties to the MCU
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 3h
The first trailer for Venom: The Last Dance has finally been released – and, just like every one of Sony's Spider-Man spin-off films, fans aren't quite sure what to make of it. Revealed yesterday (June 3), the chaotic, three-minute-plus trailer is packed to the rafters with Spider-Man and wider Marvel references. Admittedly, the former isn't a great surprise – Venom 3 is part of Sony's Spider-Man


Baldur's Gate 3 patch 7 arrives in September and will add official mod support
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 3h
Larian Studios has announced that Baldur's Gate 3 will get official mod support later this year. In the game's latest community update , the developer revealed that its award-winning role-playing game (RPG) will receive its seventh major update in September which will see the addition of an official mod toolkit among other quality-of-life improvements. The toolkit was confirmed to be in the works


Snowflake says it wasn't to blame for Ticketmaster breach — and its security pals agree
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 3h
Snowflake has claimed it isn't to blame for the major data breach that hit Ticketmaster , despite the company blaming it for security weaknesses. Earlier this week, the ticket sales and distribution company reported a data breach in which sensitive information on more than 500 million users were allegedly stolen. Filing a data breach form with the SEC, Ticketmaster said that it “identified unauth


UK retailer GAME is ending its reward scheme next month
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 3h
UK retailer GAME is set to permanently shutter its reward scheme and Elite membership tier next month. As reported by Eurogamer , customers will no longer be able to earn reward points from purchases as of July 15. Then, you'll only have until July 31 to spend your points before they vanish into the ether forever. If you're planning to redeem your points, know that you'll need a minimum of 400, w


Jon Stewart brutally tears into the media over Trump conviction fallout
Mashable / 3h
Jon Stewart has slammed the media over the way it questions politicians in the wake of the Trump guilty verdict.


The Marshall Major V headphones claim to have 100 hours of battery life, so I put them to the test
Mashable / 3h
If you have a bit of a problem when it comes to charging your devices, let it be said that this review is a safe space for you. I don't know how it happens, but my earbuds , headphones , and phone are all perpetually in low-power mode, no matter how diligently (I think) I charge them. So when I received an email from Marshall saying the new Major V headphones would come with 100 hours of battery


MSI Claw 8 AI+ is a new handheld gaming PC: 3 ways it may beat Steam Deck
Mashable / 3h
Will the new MSI Claw 8 AI+ snatch the Steam Deck 's crown with its sharpened talons? Unveiled at Computex 2024, the MSI Claw 8 AI+ is the sequel to the first-generation MSI Claw, which was billed as the first handheld gaming device to be powered by an Intel Core Ultra processor from the Meteor Lake lineup. For the uninitiated, these processors were featured in the first wave of " AI laptops" tha


Galaxy Watch FE: Samsung may have just leaked it
Mashable / 3h
It's really hard to keep an upcoming tech product a secret. Just ask Samsung. Spotted by MySmartPrice , it appears that the rumored upcoming Samsung Galaxy Watch FE has leaked on some support pages for Samsung UK and Samsung Latin America. To be clear, the only information on these pages is a model number (SM-R861) that happens to match up with some recent FCC filings , giving us a pretty clear i


Save 50% on Atari consoles and play all-time classic retro arcade games
Mashable / 3h
TL;DR: Through June 9, play classic retro video games with this throwback console , the My Arcade Atari Game Station Pro, now just $49.99 (reg. $99.99) for a limited time. Whether you need activities for yourself or for the kiddos on those hot summer days on the horizon, it's time to start planning some fun indoor activities. And what's better than kicking back in the A/C with some retro video ga


Graduate from Notepad to Microsoft Word with a lifetime license plus Windows 11 Pro
Mashable / 3h
TL;DR: Through June 9, gift your dad, uncle, grandpa, or anyone still running Windows 10 this lifetime bundle of Microsoft Office 2021 and Windows 11 Pro , on sale together for $59.97. If you paid for Windows 11 Pro and MS Office apps like Word and Excel individually, you would have to spend $438, making this a time limited 86% discount. Father's Day is on the horizon. While most dads spend the d


Save 50% on this electric folding scooter for a limited time
Mashable / 3h
TL;DR: As of June 3, pay only $499 (reg. $999) to own this electric folding scooter . Renting an electric scooter is fun and all, but you know what's even cooler than that? Owning your own ride. If your wallet's been holding you back from making the investment, this deal on the Electric2Fun Electric Folding Scooter might just make you reconsider your budget. This e-scooter was designed to outperf


Get these Beats Fit Pro earbuds for only $109.99
Mashable / 3h
TL;DR: Through June 9, tune out the world with these new, open-box Beats Fit Pro earbuds for only $109.99 (reg. $199). Earbuds are super convenient for anyone who needs to be hands-free or is always on the go. The Beats Fit Pro earbuds are wireless noise-cancelling headphones that block external sound so you can listen with full transparency. Tune into your favorite playlist or podcast, or enjoy


China just landed on the moon. And it released footage.
Mashable / 3h
The 21st-century space race is heating up. China announced that, for the second time, it landed an uncrewed spacecraft on the far side of the moon . The nation's Chang’e-6 lunar probe touched down in the South Pole-Aitken Basin, the largest impact basin on the moon , on June 2. The China National Space Administration previously landed in this region in 2020, and has ambitious plans to land humans


NYT's The Mini crossword answers for June 4
Mashable / 3h
The Mini is a bite-sized version of The New York Times ' revered daily crossword. While the crossword is a lengthier experience that requires both knowledge and patience to complete, The Mini is an entirely different vibe. With only a handful of clues to answer, the daily puzzle doubles as a speed-running test for many who play it. So, when a tricky clue disrupts a player's flow, it can be frustr


OpenAI fixes the issue that caused ChatGPT outage for several hours
TechCrunch / 3h
OpenAI's chatbot ChatGPT has been down for several users across the globe for the last few hours. © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.


What I learned from the UN’s “AI for Good” summit
MIT Technology Review / 3h
This story originally appeared in The Algorithm, our weekly newsletter on AI. To get stories like this in your inbox first, sign up here . Greetings from Switzerland! I’ve just come back from Geneva, which last week hosted the UN’s AI for Good Summit, organized by the International Telecommunication Union. The summit’s big focus was how AI can be used to meet the UN’s Sustainable Development Goal


Microsoft hit with EU privacy complaints over schools’ use of 365 Education suite
TechCrunch / 3h
Microsoft’s education-focused flavor of its cloud productivity suite, Microsoft 365 Education, is facing investigation in the European Union. Privacy rights non-profit noyb has just lodged two complaints with Austria’s data protection authority. The complaints examine the use of Microsoft’s cloud software by schools. The first one focuses on transparency and legal basis issues. noyb says […] © 20


Leaked Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 dummy unit photos suggest there's still too much crease
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 3h
One of the ongoing issues with foldable phones is that they have visible creases where the screen folds, and based on the latest leak the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 might not solve that problem. Leaked photos of a Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 dummy unit have been shared on X by @ta__tech (via Phone Arena ), who apparently found them on a South Korean forum, and the crease is very visible. Whether it has


How to watch Dimitrov vs. Sinner in the 2024 French Open online for free
Mashable / 4h
TL;DR: Live stream Grigor Dimitrov vs. Jannik Sinner in the 2024 French Open for free on 9Now , France TV , RTBF , ORF , or Servus TV . Access these free streaming platforms from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN . Novak Djokovic is now through to the Roland-Garros quarter finals alongside today's opponents Grigor Dimitrov and Jannik Sinner. But which of them will advance? Dimitrov, from Bulg


Today's NYT Connections Hints and Answer for June 4 (#359)
How-To Geek / 4h
Connections is a game from the New York Times that challenges you to find the association between words. It sounds easy, but it isn'tConnections categories can be almost anything, and they're usually quite specific. If you need a hand getting the answers, we've got you covered.


Russians Love YouTube. That’s a Problem for the Kremlin
31Wired / 4h
YouTube remains the only major US-based social media platform available in Russia. It’s become "indispensable" to everyday people, making a ban tricky. Journalists and dissidents are taking advantage.


ChatGPT is down – here's what we know about the outage so far
52TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 4h
If you've been finding ChatGPT to be a little less chattier than usual today, you're not alone – the service is suffering an outage that's hitting the web version, mobile app and new Mac app. Reports of the ChatGPT issues first started at around 2.30am ET / 7.30am BDT / 4.30pm AEST, and OpenAI has now acknowledged that there's an issue. The company's status page says "ChatGPT is unavailable for s


Threads now lets you swipe posts to like or dislike them, Tinder-style
Mashable / 4h
Threads has added a very simple way to indicate which posts you like and which you don't, and it will be very familiar to Tinder users. Now, on Threads, you can swipe right to like a post, or swipe left to show you're not interested in a post. Threads and Instagram chief Adam Mosseri explained how it works in a short post. "We’ll use those signals to show you more posts like the ones you swipe ri


Samara is accelerating the energy transition in Spain one solar panel at a time
20TechCrunch / 5h
Since the shock of Russia’s 2022 invasion of Ukraine, solar energy has been having a moment in Europe. Electricity prices have been going up while the investment required to get solar panels installed on your roof has been going down. This is due to new subsidies, better technology and several European startups that are working […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.


The second-gen HomePod is on sale for $175 right now
Engadget / 5h
If you've been thinking of buying Apple's HomePod (2nd generation), now's the time to act — it's on sale right now at Verizon for $175 . That's a significant $125 discount (42 percent off) and represents one of the best deals we've seen on the smart speaker to date. In addition, Verizon is currently offering a deal on the HomePod Mini , letting you get a pair for $150, or 25 percent off. With sou


Stephen Colbert revels in calling Trump a convicted felon after 34 guilty verdicts
Mashable / 5h
"Late Show" host Stephen Colbert has weighed in on former U.S. president Donald Trump's 34 criminal convictions.


'Venom: The Last Dance' trailer: Tom Hardy is back for more unhinged alien symbiote codependency
Mashable / 6h
The official "Venom: The Last Dance" trailer sees the return of Eddie Brock (Tom Hardy) and the alien symbiote Venom.
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Approach to AI models needs to be specialized
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 6h
AI has been all the rage in 2023. Online, at conferences, in articles like this, you can’t get away from the subject. But AI has been around for a while. So, going beyond the hype and the headlines, what is behind the sudden emergence of AI as the concern for businesses around the world? We’ve reached a critical mass of global connectivity and the computing power that’s now available is seeing th


Trump denies he ever said 'lock her up.' Seth Meyers proves otherwise.
Mashable / 6h
'Late Night' host Seth Meyers addressed Donald Trump's 34 guilty verdicts in his criminal trial, as well as Trump's claim he never said "lock her up."


The impact of legacy vulnerabilities in today's cybersecurity landscape
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 7h
The digital revolution has irrevocably transformed how we live, work, and interact - and has driven data protection and cybersecurity to the forefront of business concern. With this interconnectedness comes an increasingly large attack surface for malicious actors to target. The temptation for businesses looking to combat these threats is to focus resources, effort and attention to the headlines


Nvidia's new G-Assist AI could just be the best party member for hardcore PC gamers
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 8h
What started as an April Fool’s prank from 2017 might actually become real tech. During Computex 2024 , Nvidia revealed a tech demo for Project G-Assist, an AI assistant that can enhance how people play video games. The old joke was that the AI could play games for you with the push of a button. This new version isn’t as capable as its fantasy counterpart, but can still help you with your playthr


Ubisoft Toronto is helping out with the troubled Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time remake
Engadget / 8h
Another Ubisoft studio is pitching in to help develop Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time Remake . Ubisoft Toronto has announced on X/Twitter that it's joining the company's Montreal division to work on the game. In 2022, Ubisoft Montreal took over the project from Ubisoft Pune and Mumbai after several days from its target release date of as far back as January 2021. The company said back then th


Back up, copy, and migrate with this disk cloning tool, only £23 for life
Mashable / 8h
TL;DR: EaseUS Disk Copy makes it simple to replace a hard drive, clone an HDD/SDD, transfer data, or create a backup. Now, you can score a lifetime license for your device for just £23.43 (reg. £46.80). EaseUS Disk Copy is a comprehensive disk cloning software designed for Windows PC users seeking lightning-fast and hassle-free disk cloning solutions. Compatible with Windows 11 and a range of pre


How to watch Netherlands vs. Nepal online for free
Mashable / 8h
TL;DR: Watch Netherlands vs. Nepal in the 2024 Men's T20 World Cup for free on Disney+ Hotstar . Access this free streaming platform from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN . The T20 2024 World Cup is finally here, and cricket fans will be rejoicing ahead of a whole month of cricket from some of the best players in the world. There are many exciting matchups to come, but next up is Netherlands


How to watch England vs. Scotland online for free
Mashable / 8h
TL;DR: Watch England vs. Scotland in the 2024 Men's T20 World Cup for free on Disney+ Hotstar . Access this free streaming platform from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN . The T20 World Cup produces a lot of matchups between bitter rivals, which is exactly what fans want to see. Scotland aren't on the same level as England when it comes to cricket, but anything can happen when these two coun


How to watch India vs. Pakistan online for free
Mashable / 8h
TL;DR: Watch India vs. Pakistan in the 2024 Men's T20 World Cup for free on Disney+ Hotstar . Access this free streaming platform from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN . The 2024 Men's T20 World Cup is going to bring together the best international teams in some fascinating matchups, but it does not get any bigger than India vs. Pakistan. This fixture is the one that cricket fans from around


EOFY Deals: Snag a Hubbl Puck for 20% off right now
100+Mashable / 9h
The End of Financial Year is one of the best times to pick up just about any tech device, thanks to the Australian tradition of EOFY sales. This year, the recently launched Hubbl Puck is no different. You can grab one right now with express delivery for A$79.20 from the Hubbl website (reduced from $99), with no ongoing device fees. Plus, you purchase a Hubbl Puck now, you also get three free mont


Intel details new Lunar Lake CPUs that will go up against AMD, Qualcomm, and Apple
Ars Technica - All content / 9h
Enlarge / A high-level breakdown of Intel's next-gen Lunar Lake chips, which preserve some of Meteor Lake's changes while reverting others. (credit: Intel) Given its recent manufacturing troubles, a resurgent AMD , an incursion from Qualcomm , and Apple’s shift from customer to competitor , it’s been a rough few years for Intel’s processors. Computer buyers have more viable options than they have


Intel announces new Lunar Lake series of chips with enhanced AI processor
32TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 10h
Intel lifted the curtain on its latest processor series, codenamed Lunar Lake, during Intel CEO Pat Gelsinger’s Computex Keynote on Wednesday. The new chip will be launched later this year, powering thin and light laptops in time for the 2024 holiday season. The new system-on-a-chip (SoC) introduces a number of innovations over the current-gen Meteor Lake SoCs like the Intel Core and Core Ultra p


Intel's Lunar Lake Chips Are More Efficient (And Powerful) Than Ever
How-To Geek / 10h
We're more than halfway through 2024 already, and that means we're getting to know the hardware that will power our devices through the end of the year and into 2025. AMD has just showed off its Zen 5 chips, with both desktop and laptop releases. Intel wasn't going to stay behind, though, and the company has just showed off its new Lunar Lake architecture set to power its upcoming mobile CPUs.


Intel officially unveils Lunar Lake, its Copilot+ AI PC chip
26Engadget / 10h
Intel recently revealed that its upcoming Lunar Lake chips would be available this fall for Copilot+ AI PCs , but the company waited until Computex to give us more technical details. For one, they'll offer up to 48 TOPs (tera operations per second) of AI performance, thanks to an updated neural processing unit (NPU). In comparison, Intel's previous Meteor Lake chips sported a 10 TOPS NPU, while A


Intel Computex 2024 keynote: Intel CEO lays out its AI PC plans for the year
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 10h
Intel's Computex 2024 keynote is almost upon us as the company's CEO, Pat Gelsinger, takes the stage to lay out Intel's plans for 2024 and beyond. This will almost certainly include its plans for AI PCs, especially Microsoft Copilot+ PCs, given that Qualcomm and AMD have already had their keynotes where new mobile AI-capable processors took centerstage. That of course means Lunar Lake, which is I


'Wordle' today: Here's the answer hints for June 4
Mashable / 10h
Oh hey there! If you're here, it must be time for Wordle . As always, we're serving up our daily hints and tips to help you figure out today's answer. If you just want to be told today's word, you can jump to the bottom of this article for June 4's Wordle solution revealed. But if you'd rather solve it yourself, keep reading for some clues, tips, and strategies to assist you. Where did Wordle com


Can Artificial Intelligence Rethink Art? Should it?
NYT > Technology / 10h
There is an increasing overlap between art and artificial intelligence. Some celebrate it, while others worry.


Still have a Tizen-powered Galaxy Watch? Samsung is signaling the end of support
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 11h
Samsung seemingly has plans to formally end support for its old smartwatches running on the Tizen operating system. This news comes from a recent notification that was shared on the Galaxy Watch subreddit . According to the post, the Tizen sunsetting will affect all Galaxy Watch models that launched before the Galaxy Watch 4 . This includes, but is not limited to, the original Galaxy Watch, the W


NYT Connections today: See hints and answers for June 4
Mashable / 11h
Connections is the latest New York Times word game that's captured the public's attention. The game is all about finding the "common threads between words." And just like Wordle , Connections resets after midnight and each new set of words gets trickier and trickier—so we've served up some hints and tips to get you over the hurdle. If you just want to be told today's puzzle, you can jump to the e


How to Clear Your History in Any Browser
200+How-To Geek / 12h
All web browsers remember a list of the web pages you've visited. You can delete this list at any time, clearing your browsing history and erasing the tracks stored on your computer, smartphone, or tablet. Each browser has its own separate history, so you'll need to clear the history in multiple places if you've used more than one browser.


AI Era of Agents, Humanoid Bots and 1000X Faster Simulations and Training
Next Big Future / 12h
Jim Fan, Senior Research Scientist at NVIDIA and Lead of AI Agents Initiative, gave a keynote at the GenAI Summit 2024 where he talked about the latest AI at Nvidia. He describes the new world of virtual agents, humanoid bots and ultra-fast simulation and training. There were three AI eras before the new AI era ... Read more


PlayStation VR2 Is Coming to PC Later This Year
LifeHacker / 12h
The PlayStation VR2 launched in 2023, bringing Sony’s next-gen VR experience to the PlayStation 5 with new experiences and games, but the headset needed to be connected to a PS5 to work. Rumors about a PC adapter have been swirling for a while, with Sony previously submitting a certification for a PSVR2 PC adapter. Now, it looks like Sony is finally ready to make the move official . The PlayStati


The Best Items to Maximize Your Bedroom Storage Space
LifeHacker / 12h
One of the most important parts of decluttering you home is the subsequent organizing of what remains. No matter how you approach the task, you need to ensure every item you decide to keep has a designated storage space, lest you fall back into your messy, cluttering ways. I recently shared my best