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Gizmodo

FBI Staff Memo Reportedly Assumes ShinyHunters Stole ‘All FBI Employees’ Personal Data

It's been a rough week for the FBI.

Sep 29, 09:30 AM
Engadget - Technology News & Expert Reviews

Meta now has a version of Muse just for small businesses

The agent can now connect to ad accounts and analytics for Instagram and Facebook.

Sep 29, 09:30 AM
Gizmodo

Senate Report Says Tether’s USDT Is Central to Iranian Proxy Financing

Among sanctioned crypto wallets reviewed for the study, 84% transacted in USDT.

Sep 29, 09:00 AM
CNET

Pet Hair Everywhere? This $30 Roller Removes It From Places a Vacuum Simply Can’t

The SandBar helps in the battle against pet hair and rogue bits of kitty litter.

Sep 29, 09:00 AM
Engadget - Technology News & Expert Reviews

OpenAI reportedly cancels GPT-6.1 Astra's release over deceptive behavior

According to The New York Times, OpenAI scrapped GPT-6.1 Astra's release because it didn't meet safety standards.

Sep 29, 08:15 AM
Engadget - Technology News & Expert Reviews

Opera for Android now comes with a free eSIM and 3GB of data

It's limited to Opera users in certain countries, however.

Sep 29, 08:00 AM
Gizmodo

Trump Wanted to Force Postal Workers to Conduct Identity Checks on Mail-in Voters

White House officials tried to convince the USPS to agree to a plan requiring mail-in ballots be sent via Certified Mail.

Sep 29, 03:58 AM
Gizmodo

Nothing’s New Wireless Headphones Take the ‘Pro’ Label Literally

The $400 Headphone 1 Pro are targeting audiophiles and musicians.

Sep 29, 01:00 AM
Gizmodo

Trump’s Transportation Dept. Rolls Back Fuel Efficiency Standards Despite Surging Gas Prices

Because fuel inefficiency and smog are Americans' most popular issues right now.

Sep 29, 12:52 AM
Engadget - Technology News & Expert Reviews

How to get started with Shortcuts on your MacBook

Your Mac's Shortcuts app is a powerful way to automate tedious tasks, and you can now set up scripts using natural language.

Sep 29, 12:30 AM
CNET

Nvidia’s $150 Billion Buyback: A Lifeline for AI Hype, Not Everyday Investors

Nvidia is the one AI company with real profits. Its buyback shows who benefits first.

Sep 29, 12:15 AM
Gizmodo

OpenAI Cancels Release of GPT-6.1 Astra Because It ‘Regressed’ on Safety

It doesn’t sound like it morphed into a diabolical hacker. It mostly just screwed up.

Sep 29, 12:08 AM
CNET

US Department of Transportation Makes Way for Less Efficient Cars as Fuel Prices Soar

The Trump administration’s final fuel economy rule promises $1,300 off the average new vehicle, but will that matter if fuel prices continue to climb?

Sep 28, 11:46 PM
Engadget - Technology News & Expert Reviews

The warning signs that your iPhone battery needs to be replaced

Your iPhone's battery doesn't have infinite longevity. Over time, it degrades, and you'll know that's happening when you see these signs.

Sep 28, 11:30 PM
Ars Technica - All content

Boeing "incredibly excited" to serve as nation's only astronaut transportation

"We couldn't provide detailed pricing to the CLD suppliers."

Sep 28, 10:24 PM
CNET

SNL Skewers Anthropic CEO: ‘I Urge You to Urge Me to Stop’

Jane Wickline plays a sweaty, Gollum-esque Dario Amodei in this sharp satire.

Sep 28, 10:16 PM
Lifehacker

Lifehacker Deals Live Blog: The Best Tech Sales, All in One Place

Keep up with all of the best deals that Lifehacker publishes, including laptops, speakers, TVs, security cameras, and more.

Sep 28, 10:11 PM
CNET

Apple Ordered to Pay $5.7 Billion for Infringing Haptics Patent in iPhone, Apple Watch

A jury awards Taction Technology damages for Apple allegedly using its patented vibration-based tactile technology in its own devices.

Sep 28, 10:04 PM
Ars Technica - All content

Experts worry about Nvidia's AI chip sales in China and influence over Trump

China is reportedly mulling letting ByteDance, Alibaba buy banned Nvidia chips.

Sep 28, 09:49 PM
Lifehacker

These Are the Best Tech Gifts Under $50

You don't need to spend a fortune to buy people great new tech.

Sep 28, 09:30 PM
Ars Technica - All content

SpaceX's Starship goes orbital, deploying first next-gen Starlinks

Starship had already flown 99 percent of the way to low-Earth orbit. Monday's flight added the last bit.

Sep 28, 09:26 PM
CNET

You Should Download iOS 27.0.1 Now for These iPhone Fixes

The update includes a fix for a bug that might cause your touchscreen to stop working.

Sep 28, 09:10 PM
Lifehacker

10 Security Hacks Every Local AI User Should Know

You can run AI models locally without risking rogue cyberattacks.

Sep 28, 09:00 PM
Ars Technica - All content

Florida invokes extinction fears in legal bid to halt OpenAI development

State says LLMs threaten civilization as "the greatest public nuisance ever created."

Sep 28, 08:49 PM
Ars Technica - All content

New device captures carbon dioxide by pumping it across a battery

The design requires less energy to capture CO2 than current systems.

Sep 28, 08:31 PM
Lifehacker

Sam's Club Has Some Great Tech Deals to Compete With October Prime Day

Sam's Club has discounts on TVs, laptops, and other tech, too.

Sep 28, 08:00 PM
Ars Technica - All content

To keep drug prices high, pharma has been piling up the patents

Add-on patents have increased drug patent periods from two years to over six.

Sep 28, 07:53 PM
Lifehacker

Pixel Watches Are Getting Two New Health Tracking Features

The Google Health app will soon give you blood pressure trends and insulin resistance estimates.

Sep 28, 07:30 PM
Lifehacker

This Hanging Dryer Finally Solved My Smelly Shoe Problem

This dryer is a must-have if wet gear is a part of your life.

Sep 28, 06:30 PM
Crunch Hype

Top 10 AI Tools That Will Transform Your Content Creation in 2025

Looking to level up your content creation game in 2025? You're in the right place! The digital landscape has evolved dramatically, and AI tools have become essential for creators who want to stay ahead of the curve. In t…

Jan 2, 09:26 AM
Crunch Hype

LimeWire AI Studio Review 2023: Details, Pricing & Features

In the rapidly advancing landscape of AI technology and innovation, LimeWire emerges as a unique platform in the realm of generative AI tools. This platform not only stands out from the multitude of existing AI tools but…

Dec 12, 04:10 PM
Crunch Hype

Top 10 AI Tools in 2023 That Will Make Your Life Easier

In this article, we explore the top 10 AI tools that are driving innovation and efficiency in various industries. These tools are designed to automate repetitive tasks, improve workflow, and increase productivity. The to…

Jan 25, 07:52 PM
Crunch Hype

Top 10 AI Content Generator & Writer Tools in 2022

Are you looking for a way to create content that is both effective and efficient? If so, then you should consider using an AI content generator. AI content generators are a great way to create content that is both engagi…

Nov 15, 08:58 AM
Crunch Hype

Beginner Guide to CJ Affiliate (Commission Junction) in 2022

Image by vectorjuice on Freepik In this CJ Affiliate guide, I will share with you everything you need to get started on the platform, I will give you an in-depth look at the network and how it works. You will learn h…

Sep 10, 08:57 AM