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Inside the strange limbo facing millions of IVF embryos
MIT Technology Review / 1h
Lisa Holligan already had two children when she decided to try for another baby. Her first two pregnancies had come easily. But for some unknown reason, the third didn’t. Holligan and her husband experienced miscarriage after miscarriage after miscarriage. Like many other people struggling to conceive, Holligan turned to in vitro fertilization, or IVF. The technology allows embryologists to take
2025 business priorities: tackling the data crunch and storage crisis
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 1h
The start of a new year presents an opportunity for businesses to take stock and evaluate the effectiveness of their data storage. As the world continues to generate record volumes of data , particularly through the evolution of AI capabilities, it’s more important than ever that organization ensure they safeguard against future storage challenges. With surging data volumes, industry is set to fa
Dodge brand tax with this impressive Hisense 58-inch 4K Roku TV deal
Mashable / 1h
Save $50 : As of Jan. 13, the Hisense 58-inch Class 4K UHD Roku Smart TV R6 Series is on sale for $248 at Walmart. That’s $50 off its usual $298 price, making it an affordable upgrade for your entertainment setup. Opens in a new window Credit: Hisense Hisense 58-inch R6 4K TV $248.00 at Amazon $298.00 Save $50.00 If you’re in the market for a no-nonsense TV that does the job without draining your
New US Rule Aims to Block China's Access to AI Chips and Models by Restricting the World
Wired / 10min
The US government has announced a radical plan to control exports of cutting-edge AI technology to most nations.
Mapping Elon Musk’s Global Empire
Wired / 16min
From tunnels to Tesla factories to SpaceX launch facilities, there’s barely a place on Earth that doesn’t feel the gravitational pull of humanity’s wealthiest reply guy.
The Money Money Money Issue
Wired / 16min
WIRED sent reporters far and wide to find out who controls the world's wealth. What did they find? Men. From Trump, Musk, and Putin to the CEOs, crypto schmoes, and solar bros, meet the patriarchy controlling the purse strings.
The King of Ozempic Is Scared as Hell
Wired / 16min
Now that Novo Nordisk is the world’s weight-loss juggernaut, will it have to betray its first patients—type 1 diabetics?
Rich Men Rule the World
Wired / 16min
The holders of the vast majority of the world’s wealth? Men. So many men—from Trump and Musk and Putin to every CEO, crypto schmo, and solar bro in between.
19 Fancy Gadgets That Won’t Leave You Broke
Wired / 16min
The next new thing doesn’t have to cost as much as next month’s paycheck.
The Spectacular Burnout of a Solar Panel Salesman
Wired / 16min
He thought he’d make millions of dollars selling solar panels door-to-door. The reality was much darker.
AI Financial Advisers Target Young People Living Paycheck to Paycheck
Wired / 16min
AI finance apps are reaching Gen Z and millennial users with personalized chatbots that offer money advice—and upsell them big time.
Apple Watch Ultra 3 and SE 3 both leaked for 2025, but only one is set for a redesign
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 17min
Apple is expected to unveil three new Apple Watch models in 2025 There will reportedly be a new Ultra 3, SE 3, and Apple Watch Series 11 The SE is rumored to feature a new design, while the Ultra and Series 11 likely won't Apple is expected to unveil three new Apple Watch models in 2025, according to a reliable source. Apple releases a new Apple Watch alongside its new iPhone for the year, usuall
AI might end up creating more jobs than it ends - and these jobs in particular should be safest
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 17min
AI will displace 92 million workers, but create 170 new roles Clerical and secretarial roles are most at risk of displacement New skills to learn include AI, big data, networks and cybersecurity The World Economic Forum (WEF) has released its latest report on the future of jobs, staing AI might actually create more jobs than it destroys. The prospect that artificial intelligence could be benefici
Biden Administration Adopts Rules to Guide A.I.’s Global Spread
NYT > Technology / 20min
New rules aim to keep advanced technology out of China and to ensure that cutting-edge artificial intelligence is developed by the United States and its allies.
OpenAI Courts Trump With Vision for ‘A.I. in America’
NYT > Technology / 20min
The maker of ChatGPT hopes to spur investment from the Middle East and avoid strict regulations on the development of new technologies.
CoreWeave’s first international data centers are now live in the UK
TechCrunch / 21min
Coreweave, the $19 billion cloud computing company that provides companies with AI compute resources, has formally opened its first two data centers in the U.K. — its first outside its domestic U.S. market. CoreWeave opened its European headquarters in London last May, shortly after hitting a $19 billion valuation off the back of a $1.1. […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal us
Mastodon announces transition to non-profit structure
TechCrunch / 21min
Decentralized social network organization Mastodon said Monday that it is planning to create a new non-profit organization in Europe and hand over ownership of entities responsible for key Mastodon ecosystem and platform components. This means one person won’t have control over the entire project. The organization is trying to differentiate itself from social networks controlled […] © 2024 TechCr
Corsair M75 Wireless Mouse Review: Great for Lefties
How-To Geek / 23min
When Corsair announced an Apple-exclusive version of the M75 Wireless Mouse , I knew that I had to give it a try. And while this mouse is far from perfect, it's one of the best and only options for left-handed gamers who crave an ambidextrous design.
These new Hyperkin Nintendo Switch accessories have me seriously hyped as an anime lover
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 26min
Hyperkin has announced a new collaboration with Crunchyroll This includes new Nintendo Switch accessories inspired by Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End Two controllers and two cases have been revealed Gaming hardware brand Hyperkin has partnered with Crunchyroll to release a new line of anime gaming accessories. The first batch features designs inspired by the hugely popular Frieren: Beyond Journey’s
Best Buy has knocked $100 off the A17 Pro Apple iPad Mini
Mashable / 34min
SAVE $100: As of Jan. 13, the Apple iPad Mini (A17 Pro, 128GB, WiFi + Cellular) is on sale for $549 at Best Buy. This is $100 off its list price of $649. Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple iPad mini (A17 Pro Chip) $549.00 at Best Buy $649.00 Save $100.00 Apple's lineup of iPads features something for everyone. If you're looking for something compact that's perfect for using at home and tak
UK throws its hat into the AI fire
TechCrunch / 36min
In 2023, the U.K. made a big song and dance about the need to consider the harms of AI, giving itself a leading role in the wider conversation around AI safety. Now, it’s whistling a very different tune: today, the government announced a sweeping plan and a big bet on AI investments to develop what […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.
An icy vent line may have caused Blue Origin to scrub debut launch of New Glenn
Ars Technica - All content / 53min
COCOA BEACH, Fla. —With 45 minutes left in a three-hour launch window, Blue Origin scrubbed its first attempt to launch the massive New Glenn rocket early on Monday morning Throughout the window, which opened at 1 am ET (06:00 UTC), the company continued to reset the countdown clock as launch engineers worked technical issues with the rocket. Officially, both on its live webcast as well as on soc
Blue Origins rocket launch just got postponed. Heres why.
Mashable / 1h
Jeff Bezos' rocket isn't going to be taking to the skies just yet. SEE ALSO: Blue Origin New Glenn launch: Watch the orbital rocket's maiden voyage In the early hours of Monday morning Blue Origin announced that New Glenn , a reusable rocket set to launch from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station in Florida, would not be going anywhere today due to a "vehicle subsystem issue". Tweet may have been d
Get this budget-friendly Samsung 55-inch 4K Crystal UHD for under $300
Mashable / 1h
Save $71.99 : As of Jan. 13, Samsung 55-inch Class DU6900 Crystal UHD 4K Smart TV is available for $278 at Walmart — a solid $71.99 off its usual price of $349.99. Opens in a new window Credit: Samsung Samsung 55-inch DU6900 4K TV $278.00 at Amazon $349.99 Save $71.99 If you’ve been itching to upgrade your living room setup without wrecking your budget, the Samsung 55-inch DU6900 Crystal UHD 4K S
Row, row, row your way to fitness at home with a $250 rowing machine
Mashable / 1h
TL;DR: Skip the gym and get fit at home with the YOSUDA Rowing Machine 100 for just $249.99 (reg. $349.99) plus free shipping. Why waste time and money on gym memberships when you can get a full-body workout from the comfort of your home? The YOSUDA Rowing Machine 100 is a convenient way to power through your fitness goals without stepping foot outside. At just $249.99 (down 28% from from $349.99
The HP Sprocket Photobooth Instant is very own portable photobooth
Mashable / 1h
TL;DR: Bring the fun to any event with the HP Sprocket Photobooth Instant Color Photo Printer for $599.99 (reg. $619.98). When you purchase at the Mashable Shop, you'll also get a 20-Pack Paper Bundle + free shipping. Opens in a new window Credit: HP HP Sprocket Photobooth Instant Color Photo Printer + 20-Pack Paper Bundle $599.99 at the Mashable Shop $619.98 Save $19.99 + Free Shipping Listen up
Enjoy classic gaming and streaming action all winter with this $100 projector
Mashable / 1h
TL;DR: Bring the arcade and theater home with this 2-in-1 Ultimate 1080p HD Gaming Projector for just $99.99 (reg. $149.99). What if you could turn your living room, backyard, or even your bedroom into a full-on arcade and movie theater? You'd have a really fun way to get through the winter , that's what. And that’s exactly what this 2-in-1 Ultimate 1080p HD Gaming Projector offers — and at just
Get a near-mint 16-inch MacBook Pro that means business (and fun) for under $550
Mashable / 1h
TL;DR: Grab this refurbished 2019 Apple MacBook Pro (2.6GHz Core i7, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD) for a major discount at $539.99 and tackle your projects with ease. Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Refurbished 2019 Apple MacBook Pro (2.6GHz Core i7, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD) $539.99 $2,399.00 Save $1,859.01 16-inch Your computer should work as hard as you do — maybe even harder. If your current setup feel
The LG 55-inch OLED B3 4K TV for under $800 is my kind of upgrade
Mashable / 1h
Save $401 : As of Jan. 13, the LG 55-inch Class B3 OLED 4K UHD Smart TV is on sale for $798 at Walmart. That’s a massive $401 discount off the regular price of $1,199. Opens in a new window Credit: LG LG 55-inch OLED B3 4K TV $798.00 at Amazon $1,199.00 Save $401.00 If you’ve been dreaming about OLED quality without coughing up a fortune, Walmart has you covered. LG 55-inch B3 OLED TV is now just
I’ve tested my share of laptops, and this Apple M2 MacBook Air for under $800 is a steal
Mashable / 1h
Save $200 : As of Jan. 13, Apple 2022 MacBook Air with M2 chip is on sale for $799 at Amazon. That’s $200 off its regular price of $999. Opens in a new window Credit: apple 2022 Apple MacBook Air M2 $799.00 at Amazon $999.00 Save $200.00 The 2022 MacBook Air with M2 chip is currently sitting at $799 on Amazon , a solid $200 off the usual $999 price tag. If you’ve been waiting for the right time t
Marvel Zombies lands an October release date on Disney Plus, but it won't debut or end on Halloween
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 1h
Marvel Zombies ' official launch date has been confirmed by Disney The MCU's first adult animated show will make its debut on October 3 The Disney Plus series' final episode won't be released on Halloween, though Disney has finally revealed when Marvel Zombies will be released on Disney Plus. In a 2025 Marvel animation preview posted on The Walt Disney Company website , the comic giant's first TV
Inside the Black Box of Predictive Travel Surveillance
Wired / 1h
Behind the scenes, companies and governments are feeding a trove of data about international travelers into opaque AI tools that aim to predict who’s safe—and who’s a threat.
Apple’s packed 2025 iPhone and iPad roadmap has just leaked
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 1h
Reputable leaker Mark Gurman has detailed the likely launch windows for Apple's 2025 products First up we could see the iPhone SE 4, iPad 11, and iPad Air 2025 Later in the year we'll likely see the iPhone 17 series, including the iPhone 17 Air It’s been looking for a while like Apple could be set for another busy year, with talk of an iPhone 17 Air and an iPhone SE 4 alongside the company’s annu
Guide To Hilton Honors Gold Status Benefits: Valuable & Easy To Earn
400+One Mile at a Time / 1h
Hilton is one of the largest hotel groups in the world, and Gold status is Hilton’s mid-tier elite level in the Honors program. To me, Honors Gold is arguably the most valuable mid-tier status offered by any major hotel group. Best of all, it’s easy to earn. In this post I want to take a closer look at the benefits of Hilton Honors Gold status, and in a separate post I’ll take a look at Hilton Ho
How dark data could be your company's downfall
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 3h
Great businesses are built on data. It's the invisible force that powers innovation, shapes decision-making, and gives companies a competitive edge. From understanding customer needs to optimizing operations, data is the key that unlocks insights into every facet of an organization. In the past few decades, the workplace has undergone a digital transformation, with knowledge work now existing pri
ChatGPT creator denies sister's childhood rape claim
100+BBC News / 3h
Ann Altman filed a lawsuit alleging her brother sexually abused her between 1997 and 2006.
Groww, India’s biggest trading app, prepares for IPO
30TechCrunch / 4h
Groww, India’s largest retail stockbroker, is preparing to file for an IPO in 10 to 12 months, seeking a valuation between $6 billion and $8 billion, sources familiar with the matter told TechCrunch. The Bengaluru-headquartered’s listing would be the first IPO by a digital trading platform in India. The targeted valuation is more than double […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For persona
Blue Origin New Glenn launch: Watch the orbital rockets maiden voyage
Mashable / 5h
Blue Origin 's inaugural New Glenn mission is finally ready to launch, with the (theoretically) reusable rocket set to embark on its maiden flight from Florida's Cape Canaveral Space Force Station within hours. Though the launch had been delayed by several days due to unfavourable weather, it seems conditions are right to find out what New Glenn can do at last. SEE ALSO: Elon Musk responds to Jef
Go paperless for life with a mobile document scanning app for £49
Mashable / 6h
TL;DR: SwiftScan VIP gives you high-quality mobile scanning and document tools for life — all for £34.41 with promo code FESTIVE30 . Opens in a new window Credit: SwiftScan SwiftScan VIP: Lifetime Subscriptionwith £34.41 at Mashable Shop £163.86 Save £129.45 Use promo code FESTIVE30 Keeping track of papers doesn’t have to feel like a never-ending battle. With SwiftScan VIP , you can ditch the clu
How to watch Calgary Flames vs. Chicago Blackhawks online for free
Mashable / 6h
TL;DR: Live stream Calgary Flames vs. Chicago Blackhawks for free with a 30-day trial of Prime Video . Access this free live stream from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN . You can watch NHL games for free every Monday night this season. Sounds too good to be true? Prime Video proves otherwise — you can stream the Calgary Flames vs. Chicago Blackhawks at no cost to you. The Flames are having
How to watch Minnesota Vikings vs. Los Angeles Rams online
Mashable / 6h
TL;DR: Live stream Minnesota Vikings vs. Los Angeles Rams on Sling TV or FuboTV . The NFL Wild Card Round ends with the Minnesota Vikings playing the Los Angeles Rams. The Vikings sit right below the Detroit Lions in the NFC North at 14-3, placing them second in their division. The Rams sit atop the NFC West with a record of 10-7. The Vikings lost to the Detroit Lions on Sunday, Dec. 5 with a fin
Copenhagen Atomics Progressing to Mass Production of Molten Salt Nuclear Reactors
Next Big Future / 6h
Copenhagen Atomics is a Danish molten salt technology company developing mass manufacturable molten-salt reactors. The reactor type invented by Copenhagen Atomics is a thorium molten salt breeder reactor, which fits inside a custom built 40 foot shipping container and can be mass manufactured on assembly lines with an expected output of minimum 1 reactor per ... Read more
Blue Origin New Glenn in Less Than 3 Hours
Next Big Future / 7h
Blue Origin has fueled the New Glenn launch vehicle for its first flight in less than 3 hours. It will carry the prototype DarkSky-1 Blue Ring Pathfinder, consisting of communications array, power systems, and a flight computer affixed to a secondary payload adapter ring, remaining attached to the 2nd stage. This launch will serve as ... Read more
Apple pushes back on call to end diversity programme
100+BBC News / 7h
The tech giant has asked investors to reject a proposal from a conservative group to end its DEI policies.
Facebook and Instagram get rid of fact checkers
14KBBC News / 7h
Meta says its platforms will instead rely on "community notes" from its users, an approach pioneered by X.
Grok steps out to mobile with new standalone iOS app
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 8h
Grok isn't just for X anymore. The AI chatbot built by Elon Musk's xAI company has debuted an iOS mobile app in the US, Australia, India, and several other countries. The app marks xAI’s ambition to compete against AI chatbot rivals with their own standalone apps, including ChatGPT , Google Gemini , and Anthropic's Claude. The app runs on the same Grok-2 AI model that powers its X-based counterpa
Wordle today: Answer, hints for January 13, 2025
Mashable / 8h
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 today'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: Mahjong, Su
NYT Strands hints, answers for January 13
Mashable / 8h
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
NYT Connections hints today: Clues, answers for January 13, 2025
Mashable / 9h
Connections is the one of the most popular New York Times word games 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
How to watch Blue Origin’s inaugural New Glenn launch (scrubbed)
Engadget / 9h
Blue Origin’s New Glenn rocket is ready for liftoff. After some weather-related delays over the weekend, the Jeff Bezos-owned space company said that the $2.5 billion reusable rocket, which has been in development for nearly 13 years, will target its first launch no earlier than Monday, January 13. Its three-hour launch window kicks off at 1AM ET. The webcast will begin an hour before launch, and
Although it’s ‘insane’ to try and land New Glenn, Bezos said it’s important to try
35Ars Technica - All content / 10h
MERRITT ISLAND, Florida —Understandably, the main building of Blue Origin's sprawling campus in Florida buzzed with activity on Sunday evening as the final hours ticked down toward the company's historic, first orbital launch. The time had come to celebrate a moment long awaited. On one side of the large foyer, a multi-story print of the New Glenn rocket lit up on its launch pad hung from the wal
The 5 best credit cards for young professionals
45The Points Guy / 11h
Editor’s note: This is a recurring post, regularly updated with new information and offers. If you’re a young professional, you might be in search of a credit card that suits your current needs. Maybe you’re settling into your first big post-grad job or are building your own business from the ground up. Whatever the case, finding the right credit card to match your financial situation, spending h
Quordle today – my hints and answers for Monday, January 13 (game #1085)
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 11h
Quordle was one of the original Wordle alternatives and is still going strong now more than 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 NYT Connections today and NYT Strands today pages for hints and answers for those puzzles, while Marc's Wor
NYT Strands today — my hints, answers and spangram for Monday, January 13 (game #316)
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 11h
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 NYT Connections today and Quordle today pages for hints and answers for those games, and Marc's Wordle today page for the original viral word game. SPOILER WARNING: Information
NYT Connections today — my hints and answers for Monday, January 13 (game #582)
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 11h
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 Strands hints and answers and Quordle hints and answers articles if you need help for those too, while Marc's Wordle today p
UK in-home healthcare provider Cera raises $150M to scale its AI platform
27TechCrunch / 11h
Around the world, public healthcare systems have struggled to reset post-pandemic, and in particular, the increasingly aged populations in Western countries are putting pressure on services, not least in the UK where ‘NHS in crisis’ is a regular headline in the media. As a result, private companies, many powered with technology, see a gap in […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For persona
PM plans to 'unleash AI' across UK to boost growth
500+BBC News / 11h
Leading tech firms are said to have committed £14bn towards the project, which could create more than 13,000 jobs.
What Is a Gasket Mount in Keyboards, and Why Does It Matter?
33How-To Geek / 12h
Buying a new mechanical keyboard is exciting, but with all the different features out there, it's easy to get overwhelmed. One of the most important factors to consider is the plate mounting style. Recently, the gasket mount has garnered significant attention among enthusiasts.
Why I Switched to Firefox and Never Looked Back
21How-To Geek / 12h
My work PC is an old potato, and Chrome makes its fans cry whenever I open a lot of tabs. I always thought it was just my aging computer’s fault, until I switched to Firefox and found out it was Chrome all along.
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