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Ward Christensen, BBS inventor and architect of our online age, dies at age 78
500+Ars Technica - All content / 10h
On Friday, Ward Christensen, co-inventor of the computer bulletin board system ( BBS ), died at age 78 in Rolling Meadows, Illinois. Christensen, along with Randy Suess , created the first BBS in Chicago in 1978, leading to an important cultural era of digital community-building that presaged much of our online world today. Friends and associates remember Christensen as humble and unassuming, a q


How to Remove a Password From a PDF File
100+How-To Geek / 1d
Some PDFs are encrypted with a password that you need to enter any time you view the document. There are many ways to remove a password, but most methods assume you know the password to the encrypted PDF. Here are two ways to remove a password from a PDF with built-in tools or third-party software.


Google strikes a deal with a nuclear startup to power its AI data centers
100+Engadget / 11h
Google is turning to nuclear energy to help power its AI drive . On Monday, the company said it will partner with the startup Kairos Power to build seven small nuclear reactors in the US. The deal targets adding 500 megawatts of nuclear power from the small modular reactors (SMRs) by the decade’s end. The first is expected to be up and running by 2030, with the remainder arriving through 2035. It



Data centers must set standards for net zero commitments
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 54min
Climate change is top of mind across the world. Carbon emissions—acting as greenhouse gases—trap the sun’s heat, which leads to global warming. The world now warms faster than at any point in recorded history. As the warmer temperatures change weather patterns, they pose risks to humans. The fossil fuels that generate carbon emissions—coal, oil, and gas—contribute significantly to climate change.


How to watch Scotland vs. Portugal in the UEFA Nations League online for free
Mashable / 2h
TL;DR: Live stream Scotland vs. Portugal in the UEFA Nations League for free on YouTube . Access this free stream from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN . Scotland have found things tough in the latest edition of the UEFA Nations League , and things aren't going to get any easier when Portugal come to town. Can the Scots deliver a performance they can be proud of in front of their passionate


How to watch Spain vs. Serbia in the UEFA Nations League online for free
Mashable / 2h
TL;DR: Live stream Spain vs. Serbia in the UEFA Nations League for free on RTVE . Access this free streaming site from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN . The UEFA Nations League continues to match up some the best international sides in Europe, which is great news for fans mkissing out on domestic football. The next matchups sees Spain take on Serbia. Can the young stars of Spain continue to


European cyber insurance startup Stoïk secures $27M
TechCrunch / 2h
Cyber risk has become an increasingly important issue for small companies around the world. While many companies try to avoid and mitigate cyber risks, they rarely discuss transferring those risks to a third party. That’s why Stoïk is stepping in with a cyber security insurance product specifically designed for small and medium-sized businesses. The French […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserv


How to watch the 2024 United States Grand Prix online for free


Mashable / 2h
TL;DR: Watch the 2024 United States Grand Prix for free on ORF , ServusTV , or RTBF . Access these free streaming platforms from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN . Can Max Verstappen turn things around and stretch his lead at the top of the F1 standings, or will Lando Norris continue to close the gap? There are so many questions waiting to be answered at the Circuit of The Americas this week


NYT Connections Sports Edition today: Hints and answers for October 15
Mashable / 3h
Connections: Sports Edition is a new version of the popular New York Times word game that seeks to test the knowledge of sports fans. Like the original Connections , 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 th


Price drop: For £23, get both Microsoft Office Professional and Windows 11 Pro
Mashable / 3h
TL;DR: Through 27 October, this Microsoft Office Professional 2021 (lifetime license) and Windows 11 Pro bundle is on sale for £22.96 (reg. £335.49). Opens in a new window Credit: Microsoft Microsoft Office Professional Suite 2021 for Windows: Lifetime License + Windows 11 Pro Bundle £22.96 at the Mashable Shop £335.49 Save £312.53 Whether you’re a small business owner, professional, or student,


Nvidia, the AI chipmaker, just hit another record high
TechCrunch / 3h
Nvidia shares hit a record high on Monday, closing at $138.07 as Wall Street anticipates earnings updates from Microsoft, Meta, Google and Amazon on their AI infrastructure spending. The stock’s climb has been stupefying — surging nearly 180% this year, following a rapid climb last year; it’s also a reflection of Nvidia’s renowned stronghold on […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For pers


NASA launches mission to explore the frozen frontier of Jupiter’s moon Europa
Ars Technica - All content / 4h
NASA's Europa Clipper spacecraft lifted off Monday from Kennedy Space Center in Florida aboard a SpaceX Falcon Heavy rocket, kicking off a $5.2 billion robotic mission to explore one of the most promising locations in the Solar System for finding extraterrestrial life. The Falcon Heavy rocket fired its 27 kerosene-fueled engines and vaulted away from Launch Complex 39A at 12:06 pm EDT (16:06 UTC)


Fight begins to make mobile-free schools law
82BBC News / 5h
A law to ban smartphones in schools will be called for under a private member’s bill on Wednesday.


Wordle today: Answer, hints for October 15
Mashable / 5h
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 October 15's Wordle solution revealed. But if you'd rather solve it yourself, keep reading for some clues, tips, and strategies to assist you. SEE ALSO: Mahjon


OpenAI snatches up Microsoft generative AI research lead
TechCrunch / 5h
Microsoft has lost an AI expert and OpenAI gained one, after the former’s VP of generative AI research Sebastian Bubeck left for the latter. The Information first reported the move, and Reuters also confirmed the departure with Microsoft. We know Bubeck as one of the main authors of papers describing Microsoft’s Phi models, a series […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use onl


Google turns to nuclear to power AI data centres
100+BBC News / 6h
The tech giant says it will use energy from small reactors to power its use of artificial intelligence.


NYT Connections today: Hints and answers for October 15
Mashable / 6h
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


Lenovo Tech World 2024 — all the news as it happens
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 6h
Greetings from Seattle! TechRadar Pro is here for Lenovo Tech World 2024, covering all the latest news and announcements from the show. We're expecting a whirlwind few days, full of news and updates on everything from AI PCs to data centers and much more. The event kicks off tomorrow with an opening keynote from Lenovo Chairman and CEO Yuanqing Yang, so stay tuned for all our live coverage! Good


Meet Alarmo, Nintendo’s $100 sleep-tracking alarm clock
22TechCrunch / 8h
We got our hands on the newest gadget from Nintendo. No, it’s not a new Switch. It’s a clock and it’s aptly called the Alarmo. The design is very Nintendo, bright red with a soft plastic knob that lights up and doubles as a dial and button. You can select from a bunch of clock […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.


Quordle today – hints and answers for Tuesday, October 15 (game #995)
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 8h
Quordle was one of the original Wordle alternatives and is still going strong now nearly 1,000 games later. It offers a genuine challenge, though, so read on if you need some Quordle hints today – or scroll down further for the answers. Enjoy playing word games? You can also check out my Wordle today , NYT Connections today and NYT Strands today pages for hints and answers for those puzzles. S PO


African nations race to put satellites in space
30BBC News / 8h
Falling launch costs have given African nations a chance to send their own satellites into orbit.


Adobe unveils AI video generator trained on licensed content
39Ars Technica - All content / 8h
On Monday, Adobe announced Firefly Video Model, a new AI-powered text-to-video generation tool that can create novel videos from written prompts. It joins similar offerings from OpenAI , Runway , Google , and Meta in an increasingly crowded field. Unlike the competition, Adobe claims that Firefly Video Model is trained exclusively on licensed content, potentially sidestepping ethical and copyrigh


Apple study exposes deep cracks in LLMs’ “reasoning” capabilities
72Ars Technica - All content / 8h
For a while now, companies like OpenAI and Google have been touting advanced "reasoning" capabilities as the next big step in their latest artificial intelligence models. Now, though, a new study from six Apple engineers shows that the mathematical "reasoning" displayed by advanced large language models can be extremely brittle and unreliable in the face of seemingly trivial changes to common ben


NYT Connections today — hints and answers for Tuesday, October 15 (game #492)
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 8h
Good morning! Let's play Connections, the NYT's clever word game that challenges you to group answers in various categories. It can be tough, so read on if you need clues. What should you do once you've finished? Why, play some more word games of course. I've also got daily Wordle hints and answers , Strands hints and answers and Quordle hints and answers articles if you need help for those too.


NYT Strands today — hints, answers and spangram for Tuesday, October 15 (game #226)
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 8h
Strands is the NYT's latest word game after the likes of Wordle, Spelling Bee and Connections – and it's great fun. It can be difficult, though, so read on for my Strands hints. Want more word-based fun? Then check out my Wordle today , NYT Connections today and Quordle today pages for hints and answers for those games. SPOILER WARNING: Information about NYT Strands today is below, so don't read


Google signed a deal to power data centers with nuclear micro-reactors from Kairos — but the 2030 timeline is very optimistic
27TechCrunch / 9h
With the deal, Google joins Microsoft and Amazon in turning to nuclear power to satiate its thirst for electricity. © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.


TikTok's 'Hydrogen Water' Trend Is Some of the Silliest Nonsense I've Seen in a While
LifeHacker / 9h
The latest trend on TikTok is hyping up the benefits of hydrogen water while attempting to sell you a battery-powered water bottle that produces it. Does hydrogen water really hydrate you better and cure your gut issues? Do those bottles even make hydrogen water? What is hydrogen water? Leaving TikTok aside for the moment, let’s talk about what it means for your water to have hydrogen in it. A wa


It's Finally Easy to Change Your Apple Account Email
LifeHacker / 9h
Our world may change fast, but some things really do stay the same. Take your Apple Account (formally Apple ID), for example: Whether you set up your first account with Apple this year, or you made one back in 2011, it's probably been tied to the same email address this whole time. That's by design: Apple has never wanted you switching email addresses for some reason, which isn't a problem if you


Samsung Galaxy smartphones may replace the Settings menu with AI: report
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 9h
Samsung is keen to incorporate AI across every facet of your life, but that could mean one major removal from Galaxy smartphones. A report from ETNews points to a future where the likes of the Samsung Galaxy S24 FE will have AI features but no Settings menu. The article says that Samsung believes the AI in its phones will be able to anticipate your needs without you having to make any adjustments


Huge VPN Deal: NordVPN Is Now 73% Off for a Limited Time
Gizmodo / 9h
NordVPN isn’t waiting for Black Friday or Cyber Monday to offer exceptional promotions. You can currently save over 70% (and get free months).


This New Technology Might Turn Everyone Into Vegetarians
How-To Geek / 9h
Vegetarianism often receives bad press, but this new technology might make us reconsider that point of view. Precision fermentation has the potential to change how we eat at its most fundamental level and even adapt how we produce that food. Here's how it works.


You can now apply American systemwide upgrade certificates online
The Points Guy / 9h
Earlier this year, American Airlines promised that it would enable online redemptions for systemwide upgrade certificates. Well, 2024 is (nearly) coming to a close, and the Fort Worth-based carrier is finally making good on its promise — at least in a limited way. Beginning on Monday, American has started a limited-time beta test of online redemptions for systemwide upgrades. Select AAdvantage me


In memory of Steve O’Hear
24TechCrunch / 9h
Steve O’Hear, who wrote for TechCrunch for more than a decade out of his hometown of London, has passed away after a short illness. © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.


Tesla Optimus bots were controlled by humans during the ‘We, Robot’ event
61TechCrunch / 9h
During Tesla’s “We, Robot” event last week, which TechCrunch covered late into the night, sources on the ground sent me a handful of videos of the automaker’s Optimus humanoid robots walking around the party, dancing, mixing drinks, and talking to guests. Most, if not all, of those who attended the affair are Tesla investors and […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.


These Sonos Speakers Are Still on Sale at Prime Day Prices
LifeHacker / 10h
October's Prime Day event included some impressive deals , some of which stayed active past the end of the two-day sale , giving people who missed out another chance to take part in the action. If you love quality speakers and missed the sale, I have good news: Some Sonos speakers and soundbars are still at their Prime Day prices , which match their all-time lows. If you've been considering one o


A Guide to Preserving Your Fruit and Vegetable Harvest
LifeHacker / 10h
It’s not just that I grow everything under the sun; I am also a prolific preserver, canner, and fermenter. I take summer harvesting seriously and consider it a real failing to have to buy produce at a grocery store between summer and February. Yet, I am always looking for ways to make that process easier. I have tried it all, from freeze-drying to dehydrating to water preservation, and while I be


Vast Proposes New Space Station for 2028 That Will 2 Modules Per Year Through 2032
Next Big Future / 10h
Vast Space, the aerospace startup founded by former crypto tycoon Jed McCaleb, plans to replace the International Space Station. Haven-2 would serve as a specialized lab in low-Earth orbit, where visitors can conduct microgravity research. The Vast Haven-1 space station is targeting August 2025. They will start with four cylindrical modules that can dock to ... Read more


This is how American adults feel about phones in school
45Mashable / 10h
Watch out, teens and tweens: A majority of adults want cellphones out of the classroom, according to a new poll . The recent Pew Research Center survey of 5,110 U.S. adults found that 68 percent backed a ban on middle and high school students using a cellphone in the classroom. Twenty-four percent of respondents opposed the idea while 8 percent were unsure. When asked to identify why they support


Expert witness used Copilot to make up fake damages, irking judge
Ars Technica - All content / 10h
A New York judge recently called out an expert witness for using Microsoft's Copilot chatbot to inaccurately estimate damages in a real estate dispute that partly depended on an accurate assessment of damages to win. In an order Thursday, judge Jonathan Schopf warned that "due to the nature of the rapid evolution of artificial intelligence and its inherent reliability issues" that any use of AI s


The Internet Archive and its 916 billion saved web pages are back online
Ars Technica - All content / 10h
The Internet Archive has brought its Wayback Machine back online "in a provisional, read-only manner" as it continues to recover from attacks that took the site down last week, founder Brewster Kahle said in a post last night. The archive.org home page points users to the now-functional Wayback Machine but notes that other Internet Archive services are temporarily offline. Kahle said it was "safe


Routine dental X-rays are not backed by evidence—experts want it to stop
52Ars Technica - All content / 10h
Has your dentist ever told you that it's recommended to get routine dental X-rays every year? My (former) dentist's office did this year—in writing, even. And they claimed that the recommendation came from the American Dental Association. It's a common refrain from dentists, but it's false. The American Dental Association does not recommend annual routine X-rays. And this is not new; it's been th


American Airlines Beta Test: Confirm Flight Upgrades Online At Time Of Booking
View from the Wing / 10h
Throughout 2023, American Airlines was promising that anything you wanted to do with the airline could be done digitally - with the few remaining features to be delivered by the end of the year. I kept asking, just as a glaring example of what was missing, what about upgrades ? Continue reading ...


When Jedi Were Totally Okay With Using Force Lightning
73Gizmodo / 10h
The gamification of Star Wars ' idea of Force powers has lead to some pretty weird moments over the years.


Don't Miss out on These 5 Underrated Music Streaming Services
How-To Geek / 10h
Music streaming can be a very personal experience, which is why finding the right service that fits all your needs can be a bit challenging. However, there are many choices available to you beyond Spotify, Apple Music, and other mainstream services. Here are some underrated music streaming services that you might be missing out on.


Former Product Hunt CEO Josh Buckley is looking to raise a fourth $250M fund
24TechCrunch / 10h
Josh Buckley, the former CEO of Product Hunt, is aiming to raise a fourth $250 million fund for his venture capital firm, Buckley Ventures, according to a regulatory filing. Buckley’s ambitions for this fund are significantly lower than for his previous one. He sought to raise a $500 million third fund in February, 2022, right […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.


Bilt Rewards program: Guide to earning points on rent, transfer bonuses, dining and more
The Points Guy / 10h
Editor’s note: TPG founder Brian Kelly is a Bilt adviser and investor. The post was updated with new information. American Express Membership Rewards and Chase Ultimate Rewards points have been the creme de la creme of credit card points for years. Thanks to their extensive lists of transfer partners, their points are worth 2 and 2.05 cents apiece, respectively, per TPG’s October 2024 valuations


‘Museum Gel’ Is the Junk Drawer Hero Everyone Needs
LifeHacker / 11h
When I was little, my mom used some kind of blue tacky material to secure basically everything around our house: My posters got hung with the stuff. Our drawer dividers got stuck in place with it. And although it worked, it left behind a blue stain and sticky texture that was almost impossible to remove, so we eventually stopped using it altogether and settled for drawers that shifted their conte


Changing Your Apple Accounts Primary Email Just Got a Lot Easier
How-To Geek / 11h
Starting with iOS 18.1, you can easily change the primary email address associated with your Apple Account without going through a multistep process.


Samsung Slashes Care+ Prices for Previously Purchased Phones
How-To Geek / 11h
Samsung is now offering a limited-time open enrollment program for its Care+ program. The open enrollment program, which allows you to register previously purchased phones with Care+, is accompanied by a 20% discount.


How to use a new free AI tool for writing songs (including lyrics) for free
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 11h
Do you have an idea for a song but are not sure how to write it? Maybe you just have some lyrics you want to put a tune to? A new free AI music generator called Tad AI offers you a chance to bring those ideas to life, producing royalty-free songs in seconds with minimal input. The relatively simple interface produces some pretty impressive results. Whether it can thread the needle and avoid the i


Buffalo updates tiny popular USB flash drive with up to 2TB capacity, new file transfer accelerator software and SSD-like transfer speeds - but it won't be cheap
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 11h
Buffalo makes some of the best USB flash drives around today, and has now unveiled a new offering, the SSD-SCHU3A Series . The new release supports USB 3.2 for fast transfer speeds and now has storage offerings up to 2TB of storage - Buffalo claims users will see up to 1,050MB/s read speeds and a write speed of about 900MB/s or more. Thanks to the SSD-SCHU3A's compact design, plugging the device


It Turns Out Those Memory Crystals From Superman Are Real
How-To Geek / 11h
If you've seen just about any Superman movie, you'll know that Superman's people, the Kryptonians, make heavy use of crystals in their fictional technology. Including the storage of memories and even entire minds within them. When the writers first conceived of this idea, it seemed like mystical sci-fi hand-waving, but now it's essentially real.


Lillian Schwartz, Pioneer in Computer-Generated Art, Dies at 97
100+NYT > Technology / 11h
Early in the digital era, she worked at Bell Labs on the intersection of art and technology, making films and at one point arriving at a novel theory about the “Mona Lisa.”


Four 'Funeral Scams' That Could Target You After a Family Member Dies
LifeHacker / 12h
About 2.4 million funerals are held every year—and no matter how prepared you think you are, the loss of loved ones hits you hard, both emotionally and financially. The stress of making funeral arrangements after losing someone important to you is compounded by the dizzying array of choices you have to make about what to do next, and the cost, which averages as much as $8,300 . In the midst of al


Why Your Kids Should Start Making Their Holiday Wish Lists Right Now
LifeHacker / 12h
Most of us don't even want to think about the winter holidays until after all of the Halloween candy has been consumed. But although the winter holidays still seem far away, we are actually only 10 weeks out from Christmas Day, and now is the best time to start working on your gift shopping—especially if you have kids. Here are five reasons to get them started on their wishlists before donning an


Copilot, Gemini, or ChatGPT: Which Is the Best Conversational AI for You?
How-To Geek / 12h
Who needs text-based prompts when you can simply talk to your favorite AI? Voice interaction is the hot new feature that developers are scrambling to add to their models, with ChatGPT's Advanced Voice Mode, Copilot's Natural Voice Interaction, and Gemini Live leading the way.


DJI's Osmo Mobile 6 smartphone gimbal is cheaper than ever right now
Engadget / 12h
There are few faster ways to improve your smartphone photo and video game than by snapping up a gimbal. This increases image stabilization, reducing hand shake to make for smoother shots and help ensure a still is framed just as you want it. DJI's Osmo Mobile 6 gimbal is an option worth considering, especially since it's on sale. This model is currently $20 off, which brings it down to a price of


How Hysteria! Brings Satanic Panic’s Retro Themes Into 2024
53Gizmodo / 12h
Writer-executive producers Matthew Scott Kane and David A. Goodman on their new 1980s-set horror series, coming October 18 to Peacock.


Watch out Nvidia: AMD launches a new single-slot GPU for data centers – and it looks like an absolute beast
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 12h
AMD has announced the Radeon PRO V710 , a new GPU designed for access via Microsoft Azure, the exclusive cloud partner, as part of the company's family of visual cloud GPUs. The V710 is available today in private preview, but anyone hoping to use it for a home PC setup will be disappointed, as the V710 features a single-slot design and passive cooling. AMD built the V710 on the Navi 32 architectu


Your Samsung Smart TV Is Changing
How-To Geek / 12h
As promised, Samsung is now rolling out One UI for its 2023 line of smart TVs. Bundled with the Tizen OS 8.0 update, One UI transplants Samsung's smartphone design language to the big screen. It also introduces several new smart TV features.


The Best OLED TVs of 2024
How-To Geek / 12h
OLED TVs have long been synonymous with exceptional picture quality. And with the arrival of the QD-OLED tech, they have only gotten better. However, which OLED TVs stand out and deserve your money? Let's find out.


Invisible text that AI chatbots understand and humans can’t? Yep, it’s a thing.
39Ars Technica - All content / 12h
What if there was a way to sneak malicious instructions into Claude, Copilot, or other top-name AI chatbots and get confidential data out of them by using characters large language models can recognize and their human users can’t? As it turns out, there was—and in some cases still is. The invisible characters, the result of a quirk in the Unicode text encoding standard, create an ideal covert cha


People think they already know everything they need to make decisions
41Ars Technica - All content / 12h
The world is full of people who have excessive confidence in their own abilities. This is famously described as the Dunning-Kruger effect , which describes how people who lack expertise in something will necessarily lack the knowledge needed to recognize their own limits. Now, a different set of researchers has come out with what might be viewed as a corollary to Dunning-Kruger: People have a str


Smart gardening firm’s shutdown a reminder of Internet of Things’ fickle nature
39Ars Technica - All content / 12h
AeroGarden, which sells Wi-Fi-connected indoor gardening systems, is going out of business on January 1. While Scotts Miracle-Gro has continued selling AeroGarden products after announcing the impending shutdown, the future of the devices' companion app is uncertain. AeroGarden systems use hydroponics and LED lights to grow indoor gardens without requiring sunlight or soil. The smart gardening sy


Rebellion brews underground in Silo S2 trailer
Ars Technica - All content / 12h
Rebecca Ferguson returns as Juliette in the second season of Apple TV's Silo . Apple TV's dystopian sc-fi drama Silo , based on the trilogy by novelist Hugh Howey, was one of the more refreshing surprises on streaming television in 2023: a twist-filled combination of political thriller and police procedural set in a post-apocalyptic world. We included it in our year-end TV roundup , calling the s


Lots of PCs are poised to fall off the Windows 10 update cliff one year from today
100+Ars Technica - All content / 12h
One year from today, on October 14, 2025 , Microsoft will stop releasing security updates for PCs that are still running Windows 10. Organizations and individuals will still be able to pay for three more years of updates, with prices that go up steadily each year (Microsoft still hasn't provided pricing for end users, only saying that it will release pricing info "closer to the October 2025 date.


Musk’s X blocked links to JD Vance dossier after hearing from Trump campaign
98Ars Technica - All content / 12h
Elon Musk's X blocked links to the JD Vance dossier after hearing directly from the Trump campaign, according to a new report that describes Musk's extensive efforts to boost Trump's presidential campaign. A New York Times article titled "Musk Is Going All In to Elect Trump" said that "the relationship [between Trump and Musk] has proved significant in other ways. After a reporter's publication o


Online American Systemwide Upgrade Requests: Coming Soon
32One Mile at a Time / 12h
In early 2024, American announced some positive changes to the AAdvantage program , to be rolled out throughout the year. Among these was plans for it to be possible to redeem systemwide upgrades online, rather than having to call up the airline. Well, there’s a (sort of) positive update on that front… American trialing online systemwide upgrade requests American offers systemwide upgrades as par


Insta360 Ace Pro 2 leak suggests it could extend lead as world’s best 8K action cam
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 12h
The Insta360 Ace Pro from November 2023 remains the most powerful action camera we've tested, but that looks likely to change soon – according to some leaked marketing materials that spill the beans on a new Ace Pro 2. As always, the source of these leaks is the reliable @Quadro_News on X (formerly Twitter, below), who's posted some useful slides that give us an idea of what to expect from Insta3


You can get art from MoMA on your Samsung Frame TV now
Mashable / 12h
Samsung is always updating the art available on The Frame TV — its television that, when off, displays a piece of artwork and blends seamlessly into your decor. But the images available to display is primarily art that belongs in the public domain, which is art that is free to use because the creator has given away their rights or it is old enough that the copyright has expired. That's why it's e


All Nippon Airways Vs. Japan Airlines: Which Is Better?
79One Mile at a Time / 12h
Japan has two major airlines, both of which are incredible. Is one airline materially better than the other? Well, my opinion on this is starting to evolve a bit. Both ANA and JAL are fantastic airlines Japan’s two global airline

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Buy Air France-KLM Flying Blue Miles For 45% Off (1.68 Cents Per Point)
1KOne Mile at a Time / 31min
It can be a great deal to strategically buy miles & points for luxury travel . We’ve just seen the Air France-KLM Flying Blue program launch a new promotion on purchased miles. While this offer isn’t quite as good as some of the past deals we’ve seen from the program, it still has the potential to represent a good value. Promotion on purchased Flying Blue miles Through 11:59PM CET on Sunday, Octo



Apple’s first foldable iPhone could land much sooner than expected
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 19min
We’ve been hearing reports of a foldable iPhone for years, and rumored launch dates have slipped ever later, with recent leaks suggesting the foldable iPhone wouldn’t land until late 2026 or 2027 . However, a new leak suggests we might actually see it as soon as 2025. This comes from Taiwanese site United Daily News (via @Jukanlosreve ), which claims that Apple has accelerated its development of


Need a new smartwatch? The Garmin vívoactive 5 is $50 off.
Mashable / 31min
SAVE $50: As of Oct. 14, the Garmin vívoactive 5 is on sale for $249.99 at Best Buy. That's a saving of 17% on list price. Opens in a new window Credit: Garmin Garmin vívoactive 5 $249.99 at Best Buy $299.99 Save $50.00 Deals on Garmin smartwatches don't come along very often, especially on newer models. So when you see a discount, it's wise to take notice. And if a well-rounded fitness watch is
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Need a new gaming keyboard? Save over $100 on this powerful model from Logitech.
Mashable / 2min
SAVE OVER $100 : As of Oct. 14, the Logitech G915 TKL gaming keyboard is on sale for $118.74 at Amazon. That's a saving of 48% on list price. Opens in a new window Credit: Logitech Logitech G915 TKL Gaming Keyboard $118.74 at Amazon $229.99 Save $111.25 Gaming accessories can be an extra expense to an already costly hobby, so sales are always welcome. And you're in luck, because there’s a great d


Nvidia RTX 5090 GPU price hike could be much less painful than a previous rumor suggested
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 4min
Nvidia’s RTX 5090 may not be as eye-wateringly expensive as a recent rumor suggested , according to another leaker who has chimed in on the matter. Moore’s Law is Dead floated the idea of an RTX 5090 that could cost from $2,000 up to $2,500, but on X, Kopite7kimi – another regular leaker in the world of GPUs – has claimed that this is ‘totally fake’ no less. Totally fake. October 10, 2024 Kopite7


Best HP laptops 2024, tested and reviewed by experts
Mashable / 31min
Mashable reviews quite a few laptops every year, and one of the most reliable laptop brands we've tested is HP. That said, multiple great options can be a double-edged sword. How do you narrow it down to find the best HP laptop for your specific needs? Well, it depends on what you need a laptop for. Need an HP laptop for gaming? We prefer the brand's Victus line over its Omen line. Looking for a


Want to make your resume stand out? Learn in-demand data science skills in $30 course bundle.
Mashable / 31min
TL;DR: Get lifetime access to this data science course bundle for only $29.99 (reg. $239.92) and learn valuable new skills for your career. In today’s competitive job market, data skills aren’t just a nice-to-have — they’re often a must. Whether you’re aiming for a promotion or a new career in tech , this comprehensive data science bundle covers in-demand skills. With lifetime access for $29.99,


Get your steps in during a meeting with this 65% off walking pad treadmill sale
Mashable / 31min
TL;DR: The iQ Slim Foldable Walking Pad treadmill is available for just $349.99 (reg. $999) — a 65% discount — while supplies last. Opens in a new window Credit: iQ Slim iQ Slim Foldable Walking Pad $349.99 at the Mashable Shop $999.99 Save $650.00 If you've been looking for a way to stay active without relying on unpredictable weather, crowded gyms, or your motivation to go jogging at the end of


Add this ultra-compact flashlight to your emergency pack for $17.99
Mashable / 31min
TL;DR: For a limited time, you can order the FlashMiniAIR 12-in-1 Micro Flashlight from the Mashable Shop for only $17.99, a 48% discount from the regular price. With all the hurricanes and wildfires in the news recently, you've likely thought more about preparing for natural disasters. The easiest way to ready yourself? You'll want to put together a survival kit, whether the power goes out due t


Can't afford a fancy-schmancy art TV? Display 4K art with this $75 hack
Mashable / 31min
TL;DR: Dreamscreens can turn your TV into a stunning 4K digital art gallery with over 1,000 classic paintings and photos for just $74.99 (reg. $89.99). Opens in a new window Credit: DreamScreens DreamScreens Bundles: Turn Your TV Into a 4K Digital Art Gallery $74.99 at the Mashable Shop $89.98 Save $14.99 When we have parties, dinner parties, or any type of gathering, the TV usually just sits the


Reaching people who believe extreme weather events are 'natural'


Mashable / 31min
What do you do when people aren't taking the climate crisis seriously? You make them part of the problem. That's the narrative-altering tack taken by Act of Man , a new nonpartisan climate coalition and social activation that's shifting the vocabulary around so-called "natural" disasters to center the increasingly essential role of human climate change in extreme weather — weather that should mor


The MSI Katana 15 gaming laptop is on sale for under $1,000
Mashable / 31min
SAVE OVER $200: As of Oct. 14, the MSI Katana 15 gaming laptop is on sale for $978.99 at Walmart. That's a saving of 18% on list price. Opens in a new window Credit: MSI MSI Katana 15.6-Inch 144Hz Gaming Laptop $978.00 at Walmart $1,199.00 Save $221.00 Gaming laptops are a great option for those who want to dive straight into gaming without the need to set up a complicated desktop component. But


How to… delete your 23andMe data
MIT Technology Review / 40min
MIT Technology Review’s How To series helps you get things done. Things aren’t looking good for 23andMe. The consumer DNA testing company recently parted ways with all its board members but CEO Anne Wojcicki over her plans to take the company private. It’s also still dealing with the fallout of a major security breach last October, which saw hackers access the personal data of around 5.5 million


New TSMC chip manufacturing plants planned for Europe
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 47min
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co (TSMC) is building a new plant in Germany in order to address ongoing interest and continued investments in AI. The news comes as part of the company’s efforts to expand globally, including across Europe, the US and Asia – a move confirmed by Taiwan’s National Science and Technology Council Minister, Wu Cheng-wen (via Bloomberg TV ). Wu confirmed that the con


Today's NYT Connections Hints and Answer for October 14 (#491)
How-To Geek / 51min
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.


How to defend against zero-day vulnerabilities
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 1h
A quick start out of the gate is an enormous advantage for sprinters, swimmers, jockeys and race car drivers alike. It’s also extremely valuable to cybercriminals. By exploiting a zero-day vulnerability before anyone else knows about it, cybercriminals gain an early window to infiltrate systems and achieve goals like stealing data or deploying ransomware while avoiding detection. Attacks that exp


Africa fights rising hunger by looking to foods of the past
MIT Technology Review / 1h
The first time the rains failed, the farmers of Kanaani were prepared for it. It was April of 2021, and as climate change had made the weather increasingly erratic, families in the eastern Kenyan village had grown used to saving food from previous harvests. But as another wet season passed with barely any rain, and then another, the community of small homesteads, just off the main road linking Na


Is Reddit down? Why you are seeing no healthy upstream error
Mashable / 1h
Reddit is off to a rocky start this week. On Monday morning reported outtages started to spike on Downdetector.com , with 75 percent of people flagging an issue with Reddit's website. Credit: Downdetector.com When Mashable attempted to access reddit.com from the UK, EU and Australia, we were greeted with a message saying "no healthy upstream". A thread on the r/techsupport subreddit shows a numbe


Table Space eyes $2.5B valuation in India IPO
TechCrunch / 1h
Table Space is targeting a valuation of $2.5 billion or higher for an India IPO planned planned for 2025. © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.


Hurdle hints and answers for October 14
Mashable / 2h
If you like playing daily word games like Wordle , then Hurdle is a great game to add to your routine. There are five rounds to the game. The first round sees you trying to guess the word, with correct, misplaced, and incorrect letters shown in each guess. If you guess the correct answer, it'll take you to the next hurdle, providing the answer to the last hurdle as your first guess. This can give


Mini crossword answers for October 14
Mashable / 2h
The Daily Mini Crossword is one of the many popular daily word games available on Mashable. Powered by Arkadium , the mini crossword offers a speed round of puzzle fun with clues that are sure to challenge experienced crossword enthusiasts. But there's no need to let the challenge get in the way of your enjoyment! If moments are turning to minutes after getting stuck on a clue, find the answers y


NYT's The Mini crossword answers for October 14, 2024
Mashable / 2h
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


The Hottest Startups in Dublin in 2024
Wired / 2h
The Irish capital's embrace of big tech is filtering through to its startups, who are building better tools for IT teams, AI content moderation tools, and RNA screening for herds of cattle.


The Hottest Startups in Madrid in 2024
Wired / 2h
The Spanish capital is drawing talent from Latin America, and its eye-catching startups are working on smarter payments, eldercare, and an AI-powered virtual nurse.


The Hottest Startups in Helsinki in 2024
20Wired / 2h
The Finnish capital's most exciting startups are building nuclear-powered heating networks, better weather forecasting tools and an esports streaming platform that lets viewers bet on the outcome.


The Hottest Startups in Lisbon in 2024
Wired / 2h
The Portuguese capital's most exciting startups include a platform to help entrepreneurs get going, a smart punchbag, and the Uber of hair salons.


The Hottest Startups in Amsterdam in 2024
20Wired / 2h
There are around 4,000 startups in Amsterdam—the best 10 are tackling forest fires, decarbonizing plastics, and building robot bricklayers.


The Hottest Startups in Paris in 2024
Wired / 2h
The French capital has become the home of Europe's growing AI industry—but alongside giants like Mistral are startups building EV charging infrastructure and trying to revolutionize social media.


The Hottest Startups in Zurich in 2024
Wired / 2h
The Swiss capital might be most associated with fintech, but its startups are also focussing on medical robotics, AI-powered language learning, and the batteries of the future.


The Hottest Startups in Stockholm in 2024
25Wired / 2h
The Swedish capital produced Skype, Spotify, Klarna and Minecraft—its stars of the future are building fintech for businesses, GenAI for lawyers, and full-body health care scans.


Europe’s Innovation Ecosystem Can Make It the New Palo Alto
Wired / 2h
A cluster of European cities within a five-hour train ride of London could become a unicorn factory to rival Silicon Valley, argues tech investor Saul Klein.


The Hottest Startups in Berlin in 2024
Wired / 2h
The German capital attracts talent from all over the world, and its startups are building endless AI-generated audio apps, virtual pet apps, and sensors for early wildfire detection.


The Hottest Startups in London in 2024
Wired / 2h
The UK capital's most exciting startups showcase its strengths in biotechnology and artificial intelligence.


Constellation Technologies & Operations wants to work with telecom operators to deliver 5G internet from space
29TechCrunch / 2h
The telecom industry is undergoing its greatest period of disruption since the telegraph, as companies work to open up space as the next frontier for communications. French startup Constellation hopes to take part by repurposing 5G tech to provide a Starlink-like satellite broadband that uses telecoms’ existing assets. Constellation Technologies and Operations, to call it […] © 2024 TechCrunch. A


Rerail is a new fintech-focused angel fund from Cocoa’s Anthony Danon
20TechCrunch / 2h
If you’re starting a fintech company, there’s a new, small early-stage fund looking for investment opportunities. Founded by Anthony Danon (pictured above), Rerail could be called a micro-fund, a solo GP fund, or an angel fund. Danon has been an investor for the past 10 years. He started his career with Anthemis Group in London […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.



The intersection of 5G and storage: Transforming mobile media consumption
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 2h
The blazing-fast speeds, extremely low latency, and massive connectivity achieved with 5G technology are changing how mobile media is being perceived. As such, storage solutions need to keep up with the growing demands of the content supply chain. In 2009, 4G introduced the concept of mobile data as an object that is downloaded to a device and is then played back. This innovation led to an increa


How to watch Belgium vs. France in the UEFA Nations League online for free
Mashable / 3h
TL;DR: Live stream Belgium vs. France in the UEFA Nations League for free on TF1+ . Access this free streaming site from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN . Anyone looking to keep tabs on the biggest stars over the international break should check out the UEFA Nations League clash between Belgium and France . Both sides are stacked with stars across the pitch. It's going to be an exciting mat


How to watch Germany vs. Netherlands in the UEFA Nations League online for free
Mashable / 3h
TL;DR: Live stream Germany vs. Netherlands in the UEFA Nations League for free on NPO . Access this free streaming site from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN . We've been asking whether anyone really cares about the UEFA Nations League , but you best believe that fans of Germany and the Netherlands care a lot about their upcoming battle. This international rivalry goes way back, with the las


How to watch Italy vs. Israel in the UEFA Nations League online for free
Mashable / 3h
TL;DR: Live stream Italy vs. Israelv in the UEFA Nations League for free on RaiPlay . Access this free streaming site from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN . The UEFA Nations League continues to produce some really interesting matchups. Sure, we would probably prefer to stick to domestic football, but it's a nice distraction. The next standout fixture is Italy vs. Israel. The home side will


Get Windows 10 or 11 Pro for life for just £15
Mashable / 5h
TL;DR: Right now at the Mashable Shop, you can upgrade to Windows 11 Pro or Windows 10 Pro for just £15.28 (reg. £152.27) for a lifetime license. Save 89% before this deal ends on 27 October. Opens in a new window Credit: Retail King Microsoft Windows 11 Pro: Lifetime License £15.28 at the Mashable Shop £152.27 Save £136.99 Is your PC ready for an upgrade? With Windows 10 Pro and Windows 11 Pro,


How to watch Wales vs. Montenegro in the UEFA Nations League online for free
Mashable / 5h
TL;DR: Live stream Wales vs. Montenegro in the UEFA Nations League for free on BBC iPlayer . Access this free streaming site from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN . Wales are still trying to bounce back from the disappointment of not qualifying for Euro 2024 . The good news is they fared well in the first batch of UEFA Nations League games, with a win on the road against Montenegro and a dra


Wordle today: Answer, hints for October 14
Mashable / 6h
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 October 14's Wordle solution revealed. But if you'd rather solve it yourself, keep reading for some clues, tips, and strategies to assist you. SEE ALSO: Mahjon


NYT Connections today: Hints and answers for October 14
Mashable / 6h
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


NYT Connections Sports Edition today: Hints and answers for October 14
Mashable / 6h
Connections: Sports Edition is a new version of the popular New York Times word game that seeks to test the knowledge of sports fans. Like the original Connections , 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 th


NYT Strands hints, answers for October 14
Mashable / 6h
If you're reading this, you're looking for a little help playing Strands , the New York Times ' elevated word-search game. Strands requires the player to perform a twist on the classic word search. Words can be made from linked letters — up, down, left, right, or diagonal, but words can also change direction, resulting in quirky shapes and patterns. Every single letter in the grid will be part of


How to Remove a Password From a PDF File
100+How-To Geek / 7h
Some PDFs are encrypted with a password that you need to enter any time you view the document. There are many ways to remove a password, but most methods assume you know the password to the encrypted PDF. Here are two ways to remove a password from a PDF with built-in tools or third-party software.


SpaceX catches returning rocket in mid-air, turning a fanciful idea into reality
42Ars Technica - All content / 8h
SpaceX accomplished a groundbreaking engineering feat Sunday, when it launched the fifth test flight of its gigantic Starship rocket, then caught the booster back at the launch pad in Texas with mechanical arms seven minutes later. This achievement is the first of its kind, and it's crucial for SpaceX's vision of rapidly reusing the Starship rocket, enabling human expeditions to the Moon and Mars


Watch: Why is the latest SpaceX rocket test a big deal?
79BBC News / 9h
The BBC's Pallab Ghosh explores why this world first test is a big deal for space exploration.


Kimpton Inner Circle: What it is and how to get an invite
The Points Guy / 9h
Editor’s note: This is a recurring post, regularly updated with new information. Kimpton Karma Rewards folded into the IHG loyalty program in early 2018. But, to the delight of Kimpton loyalists, Kimpton Inner Circle status still exists within the IHG One Rewards program . Kimpton Inner Circle is an invite-only status that offers perks at Kimpton hotels and restaurants. Unlike other IHG elite sta


Chase Slate Edge card review: Reduce debt and raise your credit score
The Points Guy / 9h
Editor’s note: This is a recurring post, regularly updated with new information and offers. Chase Slate Edge overview The Chase Slate Edge℠ is tailored to consumers who want to improve their financial profile by reducing their credit card debt or raising their credit score. This card comes with a lengthy introductory annual percentage rate (APR) period to help you avoid interest for 18 months (th


NYT Strands today — hints, answers and spangram for Monday, October 14 (game #225)
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 10h
Strands is the NYT's latest word game after the likes of Wordle, Spelling Bee and Connections – and it's great fun. It can be difficult, though, so read on for my Strands hints. Want more word-based fun? Then check out my Wordle today , NYT Connections today and Quordle today pages for hints and answers for those games. SPOILER WARNING: Information about NYT Strands today is below, so don't read


NYT Connections today — hints and answers for Monday, October 14 (game #491)
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 10h
Good morning! Let's play Connections, the NYT's clever word game that challenges you to group answers in various categories. It can be tough, so read on if you need clues. What should you do once you've finished? Why, play some more word games of course. I've also got daily Wordle hints and answers , Strands hints and answers and Quordle hints and answers articles if you need help for those too.


Quordle today – hints and answers for Monday, October 14 (game #994)
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 10h
Quordle was one of the original Wordle alternatives and is still going strong now nearly 1,000 games later. It offers a genuine challenge, though, so read on if you need some Quordle hints today – or scroll down further for the answers. Enjoy playing word games? You can also check out my Wordle today , NYT Connections today and NYT Strands today pages for hints and answers for those puzzles. S PO


How to Extract Text From Images on Windows 11
How-To Geek / 11h
With various tools available at your disposal, you no longer have to manually copy text from the images on your computer. You can use Windows 11s built-in or free third-party tools to extract and copy text from pictures. Ill show you how to use those tools.


I Made These 5 Changes to Windows Defender Settings for Optimal Security
How-To Geek / 11h
Windows Defender, built into Windows 11, eliminates the need for a third-party security app. While the default Windows Defender settings are sufficient for most situations, Ive made these five changes to the Windows Defender settings for optimal security.


Are You Getting The Most Out of Your 4K TV?
How-To Geek / 11h
Like millions of other people, you now own a 4K television. With at least four times the pixels of your old non-4K set, I bet it all looks great, but are you actually getting the most out of those pixels? I think there are a few things every person should check on their 4K sets to make sure you're getting the experience you've paid for.


Surface Pro vs. Surface Laptop: What's the Difference?
How-To Geek / 11h
If you're interested in getting a Surface device, the two main options to pick from are the Surface Laptop and the Surface Pro. Despite being similarly powerful, you should be aware of a slew of differences setting apart the two lines if you're in the market for one or the other.


Why Windows Handhelds Could Age Like Fine Wine
How-To Geek / 12h
I have loved my time with handheld Windows gaming computers a lot, but there's no doubt that the whole experience feels a little slapped together. The main problem is, of course, Windows itself, but assuming that Bill and his crew can get it together, your current handheld might get a lot better overnight.


TikTok's parent firm could shun Nvidia, AMD as reports claim it will use 100,000 Huawei AI chips to train its next-gen LLM
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 12h
After US trade restrictions stopped Nvidia from exporting its advanced AI chips to China, the company responded by developing the H20 GPU, a modified version which complies with the regulations by offering lower performance levels while still meeting the AI processing demands of Chinese firms. Although there is a thriving black market for Nvidia’s high-end GPUs, TikTok’s parent company ByteDance,


Rare Chance: 3 Rewards Card Tactics That Unlock Massive Miles – This Window Will Close Fast
View from the Wing / 12h
Here are three interesting opportunities to earn and even pool miles using rewards credit cards, two of which aren't going to last. Maybe you know all of these already, but have you taken full benefit? Continue reading ...


Director Morgan Neville is steering clear of generative AI after ‘Roadrunner’ backlash
TechCrunch / 12h
One of the most attention-grabbing aspects of “Roadrunner,” the Morgan Neville-directed documentary about Anthony Bourdain, was Neville’s use of generative AI to replicate Bourdain’s voice. Looking back now, Neville told Wired that he saw this as a “fun” way to “keep [Bourdain’s] voice going in the film.” But his approach drew intense criticism — while […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved.


An arcade-style Terrifier beat 'em up game is coming next year
Engadget / 12h
The Terrifier franchise, with its distinctively horrifying antagonist Art the Clown, is having a bit of a moment right now. Coinciding with Terrifier 3 ’s wildly successful opening weekend — the indie horror movie reportedly pulled in over $18 million — game publisher Selecta Play has announced that a