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New Superman movie leak gives us a better look at the Man of Steel's costume and first images of fellow hero Mr. Terrific
46TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 3h
James Gunn's Superman movie won't fly into theaters for another year, but we've just gotten our best look yet at the iconic superhero's next big-screen adventure. With principal photography moving to Cleveland, Ohio, a bunch of leaked images – courtesy of Cleveland.com – have given us a much better look at the Man of Steel's new costume. Unlike the first-look image of Superman's new suit , which
Are Marriott Bonvoy Airline Mileage Transfers Worth It?
2KOne Mile at a Time / 4h
Among hotel loyalty programs , one thing that makes Marriott Bonvoy points unique is the ability to (fairly) efficiently convert them into airline miles. While most major hotel loyalty programs allow some sort of opportunity to convert hotel points into airline miles, it typically represents a very bad value. In this post I wanted to take a look at the opportunity to convert Marriott points into
Gen Z photos app Swipewipe sells to French publisher MWM in its largest acquisition to date
43TechCrunch / 1h
The acquisition allows Swipewipe's founder to take some money off the table while also continuing to benefit financially from his work via an ongoing revenue-sharing agreement with MWM. © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.
A24 drops Hugh Grant horror trailer with 'Heretic'
Mashable / 2min
'Paddington 2's baddie is back and raising hell.
The ‘Walmart Deals’ Sale Is Walmart’s Answer to Prime Day
LifeHacker / 3min
Walmart had its " Walmart+ Week " sale last week, which was hyped up to be something special. It wasn't. None of its deals were remarkable nor memorable . However, in what seems like a shot at redemption, Walmart is prepping to launch another sale, Walmart Deals , before Prime Day in mid-July. (July 16 and 17, specifically, if the dates TechRadar says Amazon leaked are to be believed.) When does
Proton Drive Brings Automatic Photo Backups to iOS
LifeHacker / 3min
When phones also became cameras, many of us started taking photos every day. These photos might be of your pets, your food, or even special events like weddings and birthdays. Or maybe you've got more precious photos, perhaps of a family member who's no longer with you. Lots of photos mean lots of data management, and to protect your snapshots, you'll want to back them up. But not all cloud stora
The Julian Assange Saga Is Finally Over
Wired / 4min
WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange has agreed to plead guilty to one count of espionage in US court on Wednesday, ending a years-long legal battle between the US government and a controversial publisher.
China has completed another impressive robotic mission to the Moon
Ars Technica - All content / 9min
Enlarge / This photo taken on June 25, 2024, shows the retrieval site of the return capsule of the Chang'e-6 probe in Siziwang Banner, north China's Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region. (credit: Xinhua/Lian Zhen) A small spacecraft landed in Inner Mongolia on Tuesday, bringing samples from the far side of the Moon back to Earth. This was not China's first robotic mission to return a few pounds of du
This luxury cruise line is adding casinos to its ships … again
The Points Guy / 9min
Pack your four-leaf clover, a rabbit’s foot and a pair of lucky dice. Luxury cruise line Crystal is bringing casinos back to its ships less than a year after removing them. The line has partnered with Monte-Carlo Societe des Bains de Mer to bring Casino de Monte-Carlo locations to sea, featuring 1,000 square feet of gaming that includes slots, blackjack, roulette and more. For more cruise news, r
Linner Mars Review: Great Hearing Aids for Streaming Media
Wired / 12min
These hearing aids are excellent for media streaming and offer more than you’d expect at their $400 price.
Roku’s latest free update turns your TV into a pop culture trivia game
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 14min
Roku has announced its latest free update – and this time, it's a weekly trivia game you can play on your Roku device. The update, which is available from today (June 25), is for all Roku devices in the US, including some of the best streaming devices such as the Roku Streaming Stick 4K and best TVs . Users will get a set of 10 trivia questions weekly and these questions will be based on movies,
Incredible: New Delta One Lounge New York JFK Airport
One Mile at a Time / 14min
Delta has finally unveiled the details of its first Delta One Lounge , intended to be the carrier’s new premium international lounge network, similar to American Flagship Lounges and United Polaris Lounges . With the first lounge opening this week, we now know what we can expect from these lounges, who will have access, etc. This lounge looks absolutely amazing, and is probably the best in the Un
Boeing’s Wisk Aero buys Verocel to boost software safety for its self-flying eVTOL
TechCrunch / 16min
Wisk Aero, a subsidiary of Boeing, has acquired Verocel, a software verification and validation company that's served the aerospace industry for 25 years. © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.
Backed by David Sacks, Garry Tan and Walter Isaacson, Created by Humans helps people license their creative work to AI models
TechCrunch / 16min
In 2024, it seems like no week goes by without a media organization, author group, or artist suing generative AI companies for using their work to train models without permission. The issue is, of course, that there’s still no clear framework on what constitutes copyright violation in the context of training GenAI. While these cases […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use onl
Coder nabs new funds to move dev environments to the cloud
TechCrunch / 16min
Coder's open-source software has around 1.2 million monthly active users, and Dropbox, Discord and Skydio are among the company's paying customers. © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.
How Jobright uses AI to help foreign workers navigate the US job market
TechCrunch / 16min
Leveraging large languge models, Jobright created an AI agent that acts as a headhunter tailored to individual job seekers. © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.
k-ID wins $45M to help game devs speedrun the child safety compliance puzzle
TechCrunch / 16min
k-ID's platform makes it easy for game devs to comply with child safety and data privacy regulations. © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.
JLab's new $70 sport earbuds let you change equalizer presets with a few taps
Engadget / 16min
Audio gear maker JLab has revealed its latest set of budget-friendly sport earbuds. The Sport ANC 4 buds are said to deliver over 14 hours of listening time on a single charge, with the charging case adding an extra 47 hours if active noise cancellation (ANC) is switched off — so over 60 hours in total. With ANC on, you’ll get over 40 hours of use before having to juice up the USB-C charging case
'Patreon is giving creators more tools to attract free subscribers
Engadget / 16min
Patreon is continuing its push to expand beyond its roots as a paid membership platform. The company, which added new chat features and free membership options last year , is giving creators more ways to interact with their fans even if they aren’t paying subscribers. The company says its creators have already seen more than 30 million sign-ups for free memberships, which allow fans to get update
Google’s Nest Learning Thermostat is $85 off right now
Engadget / 16min
Wellbots has Google’s highly rated Nest Learning Thermostat on sale for $85 off. This elegant circular gizmo learns your heating and cooling habits and adjusts accordingly, making home temperature maintenance about as effortless as you could expect. Typically $249, Engadget’s exclusive coupon code ENGDTNLT85 brings the third-generation model down to $164. The Nest Learning Thermostat helps reduce
Roku launches a weekly pop culture quiz
Engadget / 16min
I have to admit that the fact nerd in me is partial to a good guessing game, so I'm intrigued by Roku's newest offering. The streaming system has launched a new feature for US users called Roku Weekly Trivia , featuring pop culture questions you can answer right on your TV screen. Roku Weekly Trivia should now exist in the options list at the left of your screen alongside categories like Live TV
Monetizing Thirst: Philadelphia Airport Forces Passengers To Watch Ads At Water Refill Stations
View from the Wing / 17min
Philadelphia airport apparently has water refill machines that require you to watch an ad in exchange for free water. Not only are your eyeballs monetized in order to get basic life necessities, but this government-owned airport has turned necessities into something you're charged for. Continue reading ...
5 Things I Never Back Up to the Cloud
How-To Geek / 20min
Backing up your files to the cloud is super convenient since you can access them anywhere and on any device. However, there is a chance that your cloud storage could become compromised. If that ever happens, you'll be glad not to have the things on this list stored in it.
Hugh Grant Embraces His Horror Villain Destiny in the First Trailer for Heretic
Gizmodo / 22min
Scott Beck and Bryan Woods, the duo who conceived the story for John Krasinski’s A Quiet Place, then co-wrote the screenplay with him—they also co-wrote 2023 Stephen King adaptation The Boogeyman —have a new tale of terror: Heretic. The villain is played by Hugh Grant , who’s at a point in his career where he’s not… Read more...
Tesla recalls every Cybertruck again
Mashable / 34min
Remember Tesla Cybertruck's oversized windshield wiper ? The one that appears too large to exist, at least not without malfunctioning in some way? Well, it turns out that it is. Tesla just issued a recall for over 11,000 Cybertrucks over a windshield wiper issue. The recall includes all model year 2024 Cybertruck vehicles manufactured from Nov. 13, 2023, to June 6, 2024, which is pretty much all
Amazon's latest Prime Gaming freebies include Star Wars: KotOR 2 and TMNT: Shredder's Revenge
Engadget / 34min
Amazon Prime Day 2024 is just a few weeks away but the company isn't waiting until then to reveal its latest batch of free(ish) games for Prime members (or early Prime Day deals , for that matter). In the run up to Prime Day (which actually runs over two days, July 16 and 17), you'll be able to snag 15 PC games at no extra cost if you're a Prime subscriber. There are some pretty groovy titles in
EvolutionaryScale, backed by Amazon and Nvidia, raises $142M for protein-generating AI
TechCrunch / 38min
A relatively new startup called EvolutionaryScale has secured a massive tranche of cash to build AI models to generate novel proteins for scientific research. EvolutionaryScale today announced that it raised $142 million in a seed round led by ex-GitHub CEO Nat Friedman, Daniel Gross and Lux Capital with participation from Amazon and NVentures, Nvidia’s corporate […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights
Final days: 12 in-stock items you can buy with the Amex Business Platinum’s $200 Dell credit
The Points Guy / 40min
Editor’s note: This is a recurring post, regularly updated with new information and offers. Though The Business Platinum Card® from American Express has a high annual fee, that $695 (see rates and fees ) you’ll spend every year you hold the card provides some undeniable perks. One of those perks is up to $400 in annual statement credits toward Dell purchases made in the U.S (enrollment required).
Google rolls out Gemini side panels for Gmail and other Workspace apps
Engadget / 41min
Google is making Gemini more easily accessible in its Workspace apps, if you're a paying customer. The company is rolling out Gemini side panels for Docs, Sheets, Slides, Drive and Gmail, and it has also launched Gemini for the Gmail app on Android and iOS. When Google announced the Gemini side panels at I/O this year, it called the feature “the connective tissue across multiple applications with
General Catalyst leads $40M round for Local Kitchens, a different kind of restaurant kitchen startup
TechCrunch / 45min
Don't call this company a "ghost kitchen." Since its Series A in 2021, Local Kitchens grew 5x and achieved unit-level profitability. © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.
More Than 1,300 Muslim Pilgrims Die From Extreme Heat
Futurism / 47min
Pilgrim's Progress This year's hajj pilgrimage in Saudi Arabia has been deadly, with more than 1,300 Muslims dying this month, according to the Associated Press , due to extreme hot weather that has averaged over 100 degrees Fahrenheit . Fatalities are not new to the hajj, which has been beset by deadly stampedes and disease outbreak , but this most recent incident underscores the growing impact
Fortnite takes to the seven seas in July with Pirates of the Caribbean crossover
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 53min
Fortnite dataminers have unearthed Pirates of the Caribbean as the next major crossover, and it's coming soon. Earlier this year, Fortnite 's roadmap for 2024 leaked and included spoilers for a bunch of collaborations and crossovers planned for the battle royale game, some of which recently released, like the Metallica and Billie Eilish collections. Among the leaks was a mention of Disney's pirat
The Download: paradigm-shifting supershoes, and AI-powered NPCs
MIT Technology Review / 54min
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. Supershoes are reshaping distance running Since 2016, when Nike introduced the Vaporfly, a paradigm-shifting shoe that helped athletes run more efficiently (and therefore faster), the elite running world has muddled through a period of soul-searching over the
EU finds Microsoft violated antirust laws by bundling Teams
Engadget / 58min
It has been nearly a year since the European Commission opened its investigation into Microsoft and there's finally a preliminary finding. The European Union's executive body announced its "view" that the tech giant violated antitrust laws by tying Microsoft Teams to its Office 365 and Microsoft 365 business suites. Last October, Microsoft unbundled Teams for users in the European Union and Switz
Einstein atomic bomb letter to be auctioned
BBC News / 1h
The note helped persuade President Roosevelt the US should develop the world's first nuclear weapons.
YouTube on Google TV and Android TV is about to get a great free update we’ve been hoping for
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 1h
The latest YouTube app for Android TV and Google TV has a new feature that'll delight many users: Stable Volume. It's a feature we've already seen in the YouTube mobile app and it does a good job of solving one of the biggest audio annoyances in YouTube videos, so we've been hoping to see it elsewhere, too. (via Android Authority ) That annoyance is inconsistent volume levels. You might watching
Telegram confesses it only employs thirty engineers - and somehow thinks this is fine
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 1h
The founder of messaging platform and social media network Telegram has revealed that the entire company is staffed by just thirty engineers, with no human resources (HR) department. Pavel Duvrov made the comments (via TechCrunch ) on one of those particularly wretched interview podcasts they have now, presumably hoping we'd see his posturing against basic things like HR, Legal, and security audi
The biggest news about the new Delta One Lounge may surprise you and more tidbits
The Points Guy / 1h
Delta Air Lines is ushering in a new era with the opening of its first Delta One Lounge. This business-class-only lounge network has been years in the making, and it’s a major move for Delta, an airline that has historically prioritized offering a premium passenger experience across all cabins. Now, Delta One business-class flyers are in for a major upgrade since, as of Wednesday, they’ll be able
Bilt Rent Day (July 1): Alaska Airlines Mileage Plan status match and transfer bonus, bonus points and more
200+The Points Guy / 1h
Editor’s note: This is a recurring post, regularly updated with new information. TPG founder Brian Kelly is a Bilt adviser and investor. Good news for Bilt Rewards members: July 1 is another Bilt Rent Day. As on previous Rent Days, you can play trivia to earn Bilt Points and snag double points on nonrent purchases. But this Rent Day, Bilt members can also enjoy a status-based transfer bonus to Al
Reviewing the new Delta One Lounge in New York, a stunning masterpiece
The Points Guy / 1h
After years of anticipation, the day has finally come — Delta’s first business-class-only lounge is ready for its big debut. On Wednesday, the airline will open the doors to its first Delta One Lounge, located in Terminal 4 at New York’s John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK). Delta One Lounges are a new breed of airport oases for flyers of the Atlanta-based carrier. They are only open to bu
Foray Bioscience is breaking down the barriers of bringing biomanufacturing to plants
TechCrunch / 1h
Ashley Beckwith spent years of her academic and professional career focused on the intersection of biology, materials and manufacturing to build medical solutions more efficiently. When she realized the tech could be applied to plants and plant-based materials, an area that desperately needed it, she decided to switch gears. “Life on earth is only as […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. Fo
Skullcandy expands its earbud lineup with three sport models all under $100
Engadget / 1h
Skullcandy has revealed a trio of earbud models it says were designed with the "most active and adventurous consumers" in mind. The Active Collection lineup ranges from $60 to $100 and were engineered to deliver reliable performance in any conditions, according to Skullcandy. The Push Play Active, Push ANC Active and Sesh ANC Active all have a few common features. They all support multipoint pair
Bilt: Up To 100% Transfer Bonus To Alaska Airlines Plus Elite Status For July Rent Day
View from the Wing / 1h
Bilt is back! The last few Rent Day deals have been great for some members, but not up the alley of the miles, points, and status crowd. For July Rent Day, it's one for us, plus the start of a new monthly aspirational deal for foodies too (and yes, the usual offers like points trivia, free rent giveaways, and double points for spending on the Bilt Mastercard are back too). Continue reading ...
Bilt Rent Day Promotion July 2024: Alaska Transfer Bonus & Elite Status
1KOne Mile at a Time / 1h
Link: Apply now for the no annual fee Bilt Mastercard® The Bilt Mastercard® ( review ) is a valuable no annual fee card that I applied for and hold onto . This allows you to pay your rent by credit card and earn rewards , even if your landlord doesn’t ordinarily allow no-fee credit card payments. For us homeowners, you can potentially even pay your HOA this way . There are many innovative things
Tropf-Blumat Watering System Review: Key to My Gardening Success
22Wired / 1h
Need an irrigation setup for challenging patios and container gardens? This unique kit may be the solution.
Spice Up Your WhatsApp Messages with These Formatting Tricks
How-To Geek / 1h
WhatsApp is one of the most popular messaging apps worldwide, but did you know you could make your messages stand out with some simple formatting tricks? These tricks can help you emphasize your points, add some flair, and keep your chats engaging. Let's get into it!
Etched is building an AI chip that only runs one type of model
TechCrunch / 1h
As generative AI touches a growing number of industries, the companies producing chips to run the models are benefitting enormously. Nvidia in particular, which commands an estimated 70% to 95% of the market for AI chips, wields massive influence. Cloud providers from Meta to Microsoft are spending billions of dollars on Nvidia GPUs, wary of […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For persona
Sift is building a better platform for analyzing hardware telemetry data
TechCrunch / 1h
Less than a year after closing its seed round, software-for-hardware startup Sift announced a $17.5 million Series A led by Google’s venture capital arm GV to scale their platform for analyzing real-time data from hardware systems. The company is developing a platform that provides a single source of truth for telemetry data. Such data is […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal u
TestParty raises $4 million to help automate the coding for accessible websites
TechCrunch / 1h
As of today, nearly all of the world’s most popular website homepages are not compliant with the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines. © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.
The Morning After: Apple may face another huge EU fine
Engadget / 1h
The European Union isn’t entirely happy with Apple’s approach to its Digital Markets Act and there could be financial consequences . In preliminary findings of its investigation, the European Commission says the company breached Digital Markets Act (DMA) rules by failing to let App Store developers freely tell users about alternate payment options outside of Apple’s ecosystem, what it calls anti-
iOS 18 gives Apple Maps a big search upgrade to go with its offline hiking trails
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 1h
The latest beta for iOS 18 is showcasing a slew of upgrades for your iPhone’s essential apps that’ll be rolling out to everyone later this year – and Apple Maps is no exception, with a handful of new features en route. The standout improvement for most people will be a new Search Here button (via Reddit ). Currently, Apple Maps is a little frustrating when it comes to searching for places like re
The Best Instant Coffees (2024): Tested and Reviewed
Wired / 1h
These instant coffees prove that fast doesn’t have to mean foul.
OpenAI just bought a video conferencing app — and it could mean big things for the future of collaboration
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 1h
ChatGPT maker OpenAI has announced the acquisition of Multi, a startup formerly known as Remotion, which creates multiplayer collaboration, screen-sharing and video conferencing software. The deal follows OpenAI’s recent purchase of databased technology firm Rockset, highlighting its expansion beyond generative AI chatbots into the enterprise online collaboration market. Co-founded by ex-Dropbox
Lufthansa City Airlines: Yet Another Cost-Saving Subsidiary
1KOne Mile at a Time / 1h
In October 2023, Lufthansa announced plans to launch yet another subsidiary, with the sole purpose of finding a loophole to pay employees less. The airline will be launching passenger operations this week, so I wanted to go over all the details, especially since there’s a major “catch” to flying with this airline… The basics of new Lufthansa City Airlines subsidiary Lufthansa City Airlines is Luf
Canon EOS R1 and EOS R5 Mark II get rumored launch date –here's what to expect
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 1h
It's been a very quiet year for Canon so far, but that's about to change in spectacular fashion according to the latest rumors – with its new flagship Canon EOS R1 and Canon EOS R5 Mark II now getting a rumored launch date. The Canon EOS R1 was given a 'development announcement' on May 15, but Canon didn't specify when it would actually launch. The Canon EOS R5 Mark II, meanwhile, has remained no
Apple admits 8GB of RAM isn’t enough for new AI feature in Xcode 16, casting doubt on future-proofing of entry-level Macs
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 1h
Something’s causing quite a stir in the land of the Macintosh, namely a fresh admission from Apple that there is a feature that requires more than the baseline level of 8GB of unified memory present on some Macs – which the firm has previously asserted is enough system RAM to get by with. In fact, the entry-level models of the MacBook Air and MacBook Pro , as well as the Mac mini and iMac, still
Oklahoma Man Gets 9 Years in Prison for Moving Weed in Fake Amazon Van
Gizmodo / 2h
A man in Oklahoma City who used a fake Amazon van to transport pot has been sentenced to nine years in federal prison, according to a press release from the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ). And it’s a great reminder that while enormous industries have sprung up to sell cannabis for recreational use in nearly half of… Read more...
The Mystery of AI Gunshot-Detection Accuracy Is Finally Unraveling
23Wired / 2h
How accurate are gunshot detection systems, really? For years, it's been a secret, but new reports from San Jose and NYC show these systems have operated well below their advertised accuracy rates.
Uber Freight and self driving trucks startup Aurora partner for the long haul
TechCrunch / 2h
Uber Freight and Aurora Innovation have announced a multi-year collaboration that will see Aurora’s autonomous driving technology offered on the Uber Freight network through 2030. The deal gives Aurora access to shipping customers as it prepares to launch its fully driverless commercial service later this year. It also helps Aurora also secure longer-term customers through […] © 2024 TechCrunch.
Amazon is offering a collection of 15 free games ahead of Prime Day next month, including Star Wars: KOTOR 2 - The Sith Lords and Hitman Absolution
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 2h
Amazon Prime Day 2024 kicks off next month, but members can now grab up to 15 games leading up to the event. Amazon has officially announced that its annual Prime Day event will take place on July 16 and July 17 this year, where a whole range of deals will be made available for those who are subscribed to the website's Prime membership. Among those offers will be some sweet gaming deals, but ahea
Paramount Plus is hiking prices again, but it's still cheaper than Netflix, Disney Plus and Max
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 2h
This might sound familiar: Paramount Plus is getting ready to raise its subscription prices for new sign-ups in August and existing customers in September. The streamer had already got more expensive last year following the arrival of the Showtime bundle so seeing another price hike announced so soon is a real blow. The good news is that even with the planned bump in costs, Paramount Plus with Sh
The Galaxy Watch 7 specs may have appeared on Amazon – and the Galaxy Watch Ultra shows up too
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 2h
We're expecting the Samsung Galaxy Watch 7 and Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra to officially break cover next month, but in the meantime the leaks continue – and they may have revealed a key spec or two for one of these wearables. As spotted by PassionateGeekz (via Android Authority ), the Galaxy Watch 7 has apparently shown up early at Amazon Canada . If you click through on that listing you'll see t
Stopping Chinese cyberattacks is officially now the biggest priority for US security forces
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 2h
The US Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has shuffled its priorities to place battling the “cyber and other threats posed by the People’s Republic of China” at the top of the list, at least until the end of 2025. China has been conducting numerous cyber attacks against US infrastructure, particularly focussing on internet-facing endpoints within water facilities. The DHS also wants to focus o
7 Tips to Use Your Massive Android Phone One-Handed
How-To Geek / 2h
Phones are big. We all know it. They're more unwieldy than they used to be, and yet we use them more than ever. You may have to live with a big phone, but thankfully, there are many ways to make your Android phone easier to use one-handed.
Microsoft Teams Bundle Hit With E.U. Antitrust Charges
NYT > Technology / 2h
The tech giant has been accused of stifling competition by packaging its video conferencing app with other tools like Word and Excel.
I can't wait for Andor season 2, and the return of Star Wars: Rogue One's villain has made me even more excited
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 2h
Full spoilers follow for Andor season 1 and Rogue One. Andor season 2 is the Star Wars project I'm most excited for. There, I said it. Okay, considering that it's one of the best Disney Plus shows , that's not a controversial opinion to have. But, when other exciting new Star Wars shows and movies are due out in the years ahead, Andor might not be high on everyone else's list of priorities. Well,
Pooping on the Moon Is a Messy Business
44Wired / 2h
If humans are to return to the moon, space agencies and governments need to figure out the legal, ethical, and practical dimensions of extraterrestrial waste management.
EU accuses Microsoft of competition breach over Teams bundling
21TechCrunch / 2h
The European Union accused Microsoft of breaching competition rules Tuesday. In a formal statement of objections the bloc said it suspects the software giant of abusing antitrust rules by bundling its real-time comms and collaboration tool, Teams, with popular productivity apps, including its cloud-based suites for businesses Office 365 and Microsoft 365. The EU opened […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All
Why immutable data storage is key to cybersecurity strategy
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 2h
In today’s digital landscape, data storage strategies play a critical role in an organization's overall cybersecurity approach. Whether it’s safeguarding sensitive customer information, protecting intellectual property, or ensuring business continuity - the way data is stored can make or break an organization's ability to defend against cyber threats. Businesses are facing an unprecedented surge
You can't escape it now — Gemini is officially part of Gmail, Google Drive, Docs, Sheets, and Slides
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 2h
Your workplace emails, spreadsheets and files might look a bit different going forward as Google officially rolls out its Gemini AI tools across the Workspace suite. In a Google Workspace Updates blog post , the company confirmed the general availability of Gemini as a new side panel across popular apps including Google Docs, Sheets, Slides, and Drive - however only paying Google Workspace custom
Lufthansa Adds New Environmental Surcharge To Tickets
One Mile at a Time / 2h
Airlines charge all kinds of taxes and fees on tickets, some of which are government mandated, and others of which are carrier imposed. One of Europe’s largest airline groups will shortly be adding a new environmental surcharge to tickets, which is sure to be controversial. Details of Lufthansa’s new environmental ticket surcharge For tickets issued as of June 26, 2024, and for travel as of Janua
Yelp's latest update adds new ways to find accessible businesses and AI-powered alt text
Mashable / 3h
Yelp is launching a new array of searchable accessibility tags this week, part of the platform's recognition of July's Disability Pride Month. Users can now sort their results by business features that accommodate visitors with various disabilities. Those features include: Accessible parking near the establishment's entrance ADA-compliant main entrances ADA-compliant restrooms No steps or stairs
WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange is free
20Mashable / 3h
After a lengthy, highly publicised legal battle, including five years in a British prison, . The 52-year-old left the UK for Australia on Tuesday, having fought extradition to the U.S. within the high security Belmarsh prison since 2019. Assange's freedom is down to a plea deal, the BBC reports , which will see the WikiLeaks founder plead guilty to one charge under the Espionage Act . He was faci
H Venture Partners launches venture studio focused on microbiome tech
TechCrunch / 3h
The firm said on Friday that it will source talent who can solve health problems like depression, cancer, eczema and neurodegenerative diseases. © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.
iFi's new DAC is lossless and wireless –and there's a high-powered headphone amp too
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 3h
iFi has launched two brand new products for people who are serious about sound: the new Zen Blue 3 DAC, and the Zen Can 3 headphone amp. And the DAC is a world first: iFi says it's the world's first wireless DAC to both receive and transmit lossless audio – which could make it a unique addition to our best portable DACs guide . The new ZEN Can 3 headphone amp is impressive too. It includes xMEMS
Deepfake Creators Are Revictimizing GirlsDoPorn Sex Trafficking Survivors
34Wired / 3h
The most notorious deepfake sexual abuse website is hosting altered videos originally published as part of the GirlsDoPorn operation. Experts say this new low is only the beginning.
Snapchat introduces new safety features to limit bad actors from contacting users
21TechCrunch / 3h
Snapchat on Tuesday announced a new suite of safety features, including updates to its account blocking functionality and enhanced friending safeguards, making it difficult for strangers to contact users on its platform. The new move comes amid concerns over predators exploiting teens on social media apps, which often results in severe incidents, including sextortion. One […] © 2024 TechCrunch. A
Rocketlane snags $24M to bring AI-led experiences for professional services teams
25TechCrunch / 3h
Rocketlane initially aimed to support customer onboarding. However, it has broadened its scope and doubled down on addressing the needs of professional services teams. © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.
UK retailer GAME denies reports that it will stop selling physical games in-store
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 3h
UK retailer GAME has denied reports that it will stop selling physical games in-store. This initial report came from Gfinity Esports , who claimed that sources told the publication that the storefront will no longer carry gaming related stock and that gaming hardware and software will only be available on a pre-order basis. However, according to GAME, these claims are totally false. "This reporti
Starfield can reach up to 120fps on Xbox Series S thanks to new mods
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 3h
If you were disappointed by the performance of Starfield on Xbox Series S, then I have some good news. Although the game launched with a 30fps cap on the platform, the recent introduction of mod support has paved the way for you to double or even quadruple that figure. In a recent analysis of a handful of Starfield mods by Digital Foundry , it was shown that players can easily increase the framer
Samsung Galaxy Watch 7 specs leaked by Amazon
Mashable / 3h
Samsung 's Galaxy Watch 7 is likely officially coming on July 10 , but we now know some of the specs and (possibly) the price of the watch, thanks to an apparent leak on Amazon Canada. The listing on Amazon Canada, discovered by PassionateGeekz , was still live at writing time, enabling us to take a screenshot. It contains no images of the watch, featuring instead images of a Chromebook; and some
Another world in our solar system has lapping seas, scientists say
Mashable / 3h
Earth isn't the only world in the solar system with active lakes, rivers, and oceans. About 880 million miles away in space , Saturn's largest moon Titan is also flush with surface liquid that evaporates, forms clouds in its hazy atmosphere, and rains. Despite this seemingly similar hydrology, the two planetary bodies couldn't be more different: Titan's oceans are made of methane and ethane — not
No, you can’t run a PC emulator on your iPhone or iPad, Apple says
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 3h
In recent weeks, Apple has relaxed its vice-like grip on the App Store and has permitted various retro games emulators to run on iOS ahead of the launch of iOS 18 . Now, though, the company seems to have put its foot down and is specifically drawing the line at allowing you to run PC emulators on its devices. As reported by The Verge , at least two developers of PC emulators have had their apps r
The 8BitDo Ultimate 2C could be the cheap PC controller you're looking for when it launches next month
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 3h
The 8BitDo Ultimate 2C has been announced, and it's a dedicated PC version of the popular brand's previous budget effort: the 8BitDo Ultimate C . The 8BitDo Ultimate 2C is compatible with PC and Android devices, and ships with a 2.4GHz dongle, allowing PC folks to play wirelessly on their machine. For Android users, the controller is Bluetooth-compatible, too. You can also hook it up via USB-C if
Hyatt Double Elite Nights Promo At Thompson & Dream, Florida Hotels
59One Mile at a Time / 3h
While World of Hyatt isn’t currently offering any global promotion , the program is offering two different sets of promotions that can earn you double elite nights. One offer has been around for quite some time, while another has just been launched, so let’s go over the details. Elite nights earned through these promotions can help you earn elite status, whether you’re aiming for World of Hyatt G
Businesses are willing to pay more to hire people with the right AI skills
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 3h
New data has revealed that four in five (83%) UK businesses are prepared to pay a higher wage to those with AI skills amid ongoing hiring challenges as the world continues to battle with a post-pandemic skills shortage. Fiverr's UK Future Workforce Index 2024 report found businesses are willing to pay on average a 45% higher wage for candidates with the right AI skills, citing these as the most d
The US Is Being Flooded by Chinese Vapes
Wired / 3h
The US government vowed to crack down on the sale of illegal nicotine vapes. They only got cheaper, fancier, and more potent.
Supershoes are reshaping distance running
MIT Technology Review / 4h
The track at Moi University’s Eldoret Town Campus doesn’t look like a facility designed for champions. Its surface is a modest mix of clay and gravel, and it’s 10 meters longer than the standard 400. Runners use a classroom chair to mark the start and finish. Yet it’s as good a place as any to spot the athletes who make Kenya the world’s greatest distance-running powerhouse. On a morning in Janua
Lego bricks are making science more accessible
MIT Technology Review / 4h
Etienne Boulter walked into his lab at the Université Côte d’Azur in Nice, France, one morning with a Lego Technic excavator set tucked under his arm. His plan was simple yet ambitious: to use the pieces of the set to build a mechanical cell stretcher. Boulter and his colleagues study mechanobiology—the way mechanical forces, such as stretching and compression, affect cells—and this piece of equi
My colleagues turned me into an AI-powered NPC. I hate him.
MIT Technology Review / 4h
This story originally appeared in The Algorithm, our weekly newsletter on AI. To get stories like this in your inbox first, sign up here . It feels weird, talking to yourself online. Especially when you’re pretty much the most unpleasant character you’ve ever met. The “me” I’ve been chatting to this week, called King Fiall of Nirth, is a creation made using technology from Inworld AI, a US-based
Review: The Philips Creator Series is a splurge-worthy 4K monitor
Mashable / 4h
If you asked me a year ago if I was picky about external monitors, I probably would’ve laughed. My pre-owned 27-inch iMac served me well for nearly a decade, and I was satisfied with my desk setup. That is, until my new job sent me a 34-inch curved ultra-wide monitor along with my company laptop. It was an absolute behemoth, laughably large in the tiny home office I share with my partner, but — a
These Belkin smart plugs can connect 250 devices: Get three for $70
Mashable / 4h
TL;DR: Using Thread technology, you can connect 250+ Apple HomeKit-compatible devices to the Belkin Wemo Smart Plugs and control each one from your phone ; get a three-pack of these smart plugs for only $69.99 (reg. $119.97). Smart home tech has come a long way from timer outlets, microwaves you can text, and lights you turn on/off by clapping. Now, smart plugs actually connect wirelessly (via Bl
Take your tunes underwater with $63 bone-conduction swim headphones
Mashable / 4h
TL;DR: Pay only $63.99 for the Swym Waterproof Bone-Conduction Headphones, designed to stream your favorite tunes up to 4.9 feet underwater . Looking to add a soundtrack to your pool adventures? If you're on the hunt for a device that lets you jam out while channeling your inner Katie Ledecky, grab a pair of Swym Waterproof Bone-Conduction Headphones. With an open-ear design, these headphones let
Get ready for the upcoming film with this 'Borderlands 2' bundle for $24
Mashable / 4h
TL;DR: Ahead of the August 9 release date of the Borderlands movie, you can get the Borderlands 2 : The Bundle Steam key for PC gaming on sale for the low price of $23.99 (reg. $89.97) for a limited time. Attention Vault Hunters! With the highly anticipated Borderlands movie set to hit theaters on August 9, there’s no better time to dive into the chaotic world of Pandora . Whether you’re a long-t
Webb telescope makes discovery that was previously impossible
21Mashable / 4h
Astronomers are getting their money's worth. Scientists used the powerful $10 billion James Webb Space Telescope to peer into some of the deepest cosmos, and for the first time captured views of star clusters inside an extremely ancient galaxy . In the images below, you're viewing these star clusters, which are gravitationally bound groupings of stars, as they existed just 460 million years after
Here's how you can score an Apple Pencil for only $59.99
Mashable / 4h
TL;DR: Score an open-box Apple Pencil on sale for $59.99 for a limited time. The iPad has evolved from being just a jumbo iPhone into a near-laptop powerhouse. But let's be real, you're going to need an Apple Pencil to handle video editing, illustration, animation, and more like a pro , and we all know that thing isn't exactly cheap. Want to save some cash on this high-tech stylus? Skip the sketc
Get a lifetime of this bulk online image downloader for $30
Mashable / 4h
TL;DR: For a limited time, get lifetime access to Imaget Bulk Image Downloader while it's on sale for $29.95 (reg. $99.95). The ability to manage and instantly download large numbers of images quickly and efficiently can be a game-changer. Whether you’re a professional photographer, a social media manager, a marketer, a blogger, or a content creator, this tool can help you handle your image work
'I Am: Celine Dion' review: Shocking, funny, and deeply Dion
Mashable / 4h
In the wake of a rare diagnosis that threatened to derail her 40-year music career, Canadian singer Celine Dion allowed a documentary crew into her Las Vegas home to introduce a new side of herself in I Am: Celine Dion. Considering all the sides she's already presented to audiences over decades of concerts, albums, and TV appearances, this in and of itself is an achievement, as Dion is as multifa
NYT's The Mini crossword answers for June 25
Mashable / 4h
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
Today's NYT Connections Hints and Answer for June 25 (#380)
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.
Why the public sector should be the standard-bearer for remanufactured tech
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 4h
As the technology industry evolves rapidly, the demand for new products continues to grow. The announcement by Microsoft that they will no longer support Windows 10 from October 2025 has left customers and businesses aware that they may need to upgrade their business laptops within the next year, even if their current model is still up and running. The move was discussed recently at the Re: Susta
Today’s Wordle Hints (and Answer) for Tuesday, June 25, 2024
LifeHacker / 4h
If you’re looking for the Wordle answer for June 25, 2024 read on. We’ll share some clues, tips, and strategies, and finally the solution. Today’s puzzle is easier; I got it in three. Beware, there are spoilers below for June 25, Wordle #1,102! Keep scrolling if you want some hints (and then the answer) to today’s Wordle game. How to play Wordle Wordle lives here on the New York Times website . A
SkyCell nabs $59M more for its greener smart pharma transport containers
TechCrunch / 5h
The Swiss startup has closed out its Series D at $116 million, which it will use to double down on working with companies operating in Asia and the U.S. © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.
Boring Architecture Is Starving Your Brain
73Wired / 6h
Thomas Heatherwick believes architecture has a “nutritional value” to society—and that the public desperately deserve a better offering.
Chift lets SaaS companies integrate with dozens of financial tools with a unified API
TechCrunch / 6h
Pennylane, Qonto, Agicap, Pleo and Mollie have one thing in common. They all use Chift in one way or another to manage integrations with other services. And this relatively young Belgium-based startup just raised a €2.3 million seed round ($2.5 million at today’s exchange rate). Many fintech startups rely on integrations to make their product […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For person
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Amazon to hold Prime Day sales on July 16 and 17
TechCrunch / 6h
Amazon said today that its annual Prime Day sales event will take place on July 16 and 17. © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.
Never assume the end of an attack infrastructure
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TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 6h
In February 2024, Operation Cronos, a coalition of international law enforcement agencies led by the UK’s National Crime Agency and the U.S. FBI, seized control of the attack infrastructure of the infamous Lockbit ransomware gang, deemed the world’s ‘most harmful cyber group.’ A sigh of relief echoed across the infosec community, with many believing this marked the end of an ongoing nightmare. Ho
Amazon Prime Day 2024 returns on July 16 and 17
Engadget / 8h
Amazon has officially announced the dates for its next annual shopping event. Amazon Prime Day 2024 will be on July 16 and 17 this year — the event will begin at 12AM PT/3AM ET on Tuesday, July 16, and conclude at the end of the day on Wednesday, July 17. As to be expected, Prime Day will actually last two full days and it will bring thousands of exclusive, Prime-only deals on everything from ele
How to watch Netherlands vs. Austria online for free
Mashable / 8h
TL;DR: Watch Netherlands vs. Austria in Euro 2024 for free on BBC iPlayer . Access this free streaming platform from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN . There are just a few days left of the Euro 2024 group games. By this point we have a good idea of which teams are going through to the knockout stages. But there are always a few surprises in the groups, which makes every game at this stage o
Many workers are grudgingly starting to accept AI in the office
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 8h
As workers continue to face mounting pressures surrounding productivity, many are starting to embrace artificial intelligence as a means of improving efficiency, new research has claimed. A PwC survey revealed nearly three in five (57%) UK employees now believe generative AI tools could improve their efficiency, marking a significant uplift from one in five (19%) in last year’s report. The huge u
Sigma's first Canon RF lens is finally here – and it could be the best zoom for APS-C fans
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 8h
Sigma has officially launched its first-ever lens for Canon RF-mount: the 18-50mm F2.8 DC DN Contemporary. We knew the lens was on its way after Canon finally gave the key to the door of its RF-mount to Sigma and Tamron in April, and now we know that the 18-50mm will hit the shelves on July 11. It's about time. Canon's superb crop-sensor (APS-C) mirrorless cameras such as the Canon EOS R7 , the E
Connect Money scores $8M to enable non-bank businesses to offer embedded finance services
TechCrunch / 8h
Banking-as-a-service (BaaS) platforms have become instrumental in driving access to digital financial services by introducing fintech capabilities to non-bank businesses. Multiple businesses are tapping these platforms to circumvent the need to build their own tech infrastructure and the bureaucratic processes of acquiring the requisite regulatory approvals to offer financial services including c
Julian Assange has been released from prison in a plea deal with the US
Engadget / 8h
WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange has been released from prison and has agreed to plead guilty to violating the Espionage Act . The WikiLeaks account on X, formerly Twitter, has announced his release after being granted bail by the High Court in London. It also tweeted a video that appears to show Assange boarding a plane at Stansted Airport. The WikiLeaks founder and former editor-in-chief is exp
How to watch Peru vs Canada online for free
Mashable / 8h
TL;DR: Watch Peru vs. Canada in the 2024 Copa America for free on Sportitalia . Access this free streaming platform from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN . The 2024 Copa America action continues with this Group A clash — Peru vs. Canada. The Peruvians are experienced at the Copa America toiurnament — they're former champions who regularly finish in the quarter and semi finals or even runners
How to watch France vs. Poland online for free
Mashable / 8h
TL;DR: Watch France vs. Poland in Euro 2024 for free on BBC iPlayer . Access this free streaming platform from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN . France began Euro 2024 as one of the favorites to win. But how are the French faring after Group D fixtures against Netherlands and Austria? This final group stage match against Poland should give an indication of just how far France can go. It's a
How to watch Denmark vs. Serbia online for free
Mashable / 8h
TL;DR: Watch Denmark vs. Serbia in Euro 2024 for free on ITVX . Access this free streaming platform from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN . In world football terms, the European Championships are second only to the World Cup. That's why football fans were counting down the weeks until Euro 2024 action. And as Denmark face Serbia in Group C, the tournament is about the crank up a few levels —
Apple shelved the idea of integrating Meta’s AI models over privacy concerns, report says
25TechCrunch / 9h
Days after the Wall Street Journal reported that Apple and Meta were in talks to integrate the latter’s AI models, Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman said that the iPhone maker was not planning any such move. Apple briefly held talks with Meta about the possibility of a partnership way back in March, according to Bloomberg. This was […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.
How to watch Chile vs. Argentina online for free
Mashable / 9h
TL;DR: Watch Chile vs. Argentina in the 2024 Copa America for free on Sportitalia . Access this free streaming platform from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN . Argentina are favorites to win the 2024 Copa America . They're the defending Copa America champions, having beaten Brazil in 2012. Not to mention world champions, of course, after winning the 2022 World Cup. And with GOAT Lionel Messi
Score a Windows 11 Pro lifetime license for under £20 (yes, really)
Mashable / 9h
TL;DR: Save 87% on a lifetime license to Microsoft Windows 11 Pro at the Mashable Shop. Pay only £19.68 (reg. £156.86) through June 26. You don't necessarily have to buy a new computer to upgrade your tech arsenal. Sometimes, all it takes is installing a brand-new operating system to boost your productivity and enhance your computer's security . If you happen to have a Windows PC that meets the n
How to watch England vs. Slovenia online for free
Mashable / 9h
TL;DR: Watch England vs. Slovenia in Euro 2024 for free on ITVX . Access this free streaming platform from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN . The final round of Euro 2024 group stage fixtures will decide the fate of a number of competing countries. Group C has provided a lot of entertainment, with a number of big games between closely matched sides. We're expecting another tough battle betwe
YouTube's Stable Volume is now on Android TV devices – here's everything you need to know about the update your ears may love
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 9h
Weird audio mixing is a really annoying problem. How many times have you watched a video or movie where the audio sounds fine only for the dialog to be super quiet? Google is helping audiences out by expanding YouTube’s Stable Volume feature from the mobile app to “Android TV and Google TV devices.” It's a handy tool that automatically adjusts “the volume of videos you watch," all without requiri
TechWolf raises $43M to take an AI-sized bite out of the internal recruiting game
26TechCrunch / 9h
TechWolf has built an AI engine that ingests data from internal workflows to learn about the people doing that work. © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.
Julian Assange is free
TechCrunch / 9h
after being granted bail by the High Court in London, Wikileaks said on X. This is the result of a plea deal with the U.S. The Wikileaks founder is now said to have left the U.K. for Australia, his home country. This comes after a long-winded legal battle that saw Assange […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.
Report: Samsung's next Galaxy Buds might be the most useful model yet
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 10h
Information continues to leak about Samsung’s upcoming wearables, namely the Galaxy Buds 3 and the next-gen Galaxy Watch. Beginning with the former, a marketing image for the earbuds was posted on the official Samsung forums of all places by user AffinityNexa. The post is still on the website now and shows the earbuds inside a case with a transparent lid. However, the most interesting aspect of t
'Wordle' today: Here's the answer hints for June 25
Mashable / 11h
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 25'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 co
NYT Connections today: See hints and answers for June 25
Mashable / 12h
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
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