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Remote CEO Elon Musk Slams People Who Work From Home: ‘The Laptop Class Is Living in La La Land’


2KGizmodo / 9h
Elon Musk, who heads Tesla, SpaceX, and Twitter and to date has no clones we know of, slammed remote work in a wide-ranging interview with CNBC’s David Faber on Tuesday . Musk said the practice was “morally wrong,” despite the fact that he’s hardly the best example of an office-going parishioner. Read more...


Elon Musk says work from home is 'bull**it' and 'morally wrong'
1KMashable / 13h
Elon Musk has thoughts about work from home. Many, many thoughts. The CEO of Tesla, SpaceX, and Twitter shared them all in an interview with CNBC, leaving no doubt as to where his stance on working from home is. "I'm a big believer that people are more productive when they're in person," said Musk, before bringing Marie Antoinette, the last queen of France, into the discussion. "The whole notion


This is catfishing on an industrial scale
300+Ars Technica - All content / 5h
Enlarge (credit: Emilija Manevska/Getty Images) This wasn’t supposed to happen. In 2020, in a house surrounded by fields in the Irish countryside, Liam, 19, sat at his laptop, an energy drink fizzing at his elbow. He leaned in for a better look at the profile photo and, sure enough, saw the face of an old rugby friend looking back at him. Just weeks earlier, Liam, whose name has been changed to p



You Can Now Call a Number to Get an Uber Ride
How-To Geek / now
Uber has probably become your “old reliable” for getting a drive from one place to the other. And while you can currently get one through the app, what happens if you don’t have mobile data? Luckily, Uber is getting a more old-school way of getting a ride. Read This Article on How-To Geek ›


Best uses of American Airlines miles
The Points Guy / 2min
Over the past few years, the American Airlines Advantage program has seen its fair share of devaluations, from increasing award redemption rates to introducing dynamic pricing and eliminating reduced mileage awards . However, despite the recent devaluations, there are still some great value redemptions — you just need to know where to look. Contrary to what some may believe, there are still plent


3D “digital twin” showcases wreck of Titanic in unprecedented detail
Ars Technica - All content / 3min
Magellan and Atlantic Productions deployed two submersibles nicknamed Romeo and Juliet to map every millimeter of the wreck. The RMS Titanic sank to the bottom of the North Atlantic in 1912, but the fate of the ship and its passengers has fascinated the popular imagination for more than a century. Now we have the first full-size 3D digital scan of the complete wreckage—a "digital twin" that captu


Google’s new “inactive account” policy won’t delete years of YouTube videos
Ars Technica - All content / 3min
Enlarge (credit: Future Publishing | Getty Images) Google's new inactive account policy already has people up in arms. The company announced on Tuesday that accounts that have gone unused for two years will be deleted, and a lot of people are asking what exactly this means for YouTube content. There are probably millions of videos out there from dead and inactive YouTube creators—would Google's n


Musk says he’ll keep tweeting whatever he wants even if it repels advertisers
Ars Technica - All content / 3min
Enlarge (credit: MICHEL EULER / Contributor | AFP ) "I'm allowed to say what I want," Elon Musk said yesterday during a CNBC interview with journalist David Faber. Faber had asked Musk about the impact of his personal tweets on Twitter advertisers and other onlookers, pointing to Musk's most recent tweets, which critics viewed as antisemitic, The Washington Post reported . In the controversial tw


Verizon abandons its confusing mess of six “unlimited” wireless plans
Ars Technica - All content / 3min
Enlarge (credit: Getty Images | Bloomberg) Verizon is replacing its confusing mess of six "unlimited" wireless plans with a slightly less confusing menu of options. Starting tomorrow when the new plans roll out, customers selecting a new plan will have two primary choices. Only the more expensive option will include access to the fastest portions of Verizon's 5G network, and certain perks that us


Aeroflot Orders Crew To Ignore Maintenance Issues, Just Fly Planes [Roundup]
View from the Wing / 4min
A roundup of the most important stories of the day. I keep you up to date on the most interesting writings I find on other sites – the latest news and tips. Continue reading ...


This Earth-Size Planet May Be Entirely Covered in Volcanoes
Gizmodo / 5min
On this world, the floor is lava and there’s no couch to jump to: Astronomers have described a planet that might be completely covered in active volcanoes. Read more...


Not Even Space Force Can Properly Explain What It Does
Gizmodo / 5min
Ever since its inception in 2019, the U.S. Space Force has struggled to establish its identity. Now, a leading official at the youngest military branch is looking to rewrite its mission statement, hoping that will help clear any confusion over exactly what it does. Read more...


NASA X-38: The Little Spacecraft With A Big Challenge
SlashGear / 21min
The X-38 was a collaborative effort with the Johnson Space Center, Langley Research Center, Dryden Flight Research Center, and the European Space Agency (ESA).


Scientists Detect Radioactive Heat Source Inside Mars
Futurism / 22min
Radioactive, Radioactive A team of researchers at ETH Zurich in Switzerland say they've figured out how thick the Martian crust is by analyzing data obtained by NASA's Mars InSight lander. The discovery led them to an interesting conclusion: the planet's main source of heat, being produced deep in its interior, appears to be the result of radioactive elements like thorium and uranium decaying ove


The funniest 'Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom' contraptions we've seen so far
Mashable / 41min
The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom is awesome. You should really play it, if you can. If you can't, however, here are some videos to tide you over. The latest game in the prestigious Zelda series has taken the world by storm thanks to its inviting mix of a huge, gorgeous open world and the ability to MacGyver together vehicles and other devices using objects found in the world. These are n


When to Avoid Cleaning With Hot Water
Lifehacker / 43min
When you look up how to clean them something, you inevitably find that you’re instructed to use cold or hot water. But really, what’s the difference? Read more...


Miles and Gwen Have a High-Flying Reunion in This Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse Clip
Gizmodo / 46min
If there’s one thing we know about Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse , it’s that it will contain a multitude of Spider-people , as well as some creepy new antagonists . But even in a universe teeming with heroes and villains , individual characters will still make a big impact on the story—especially Miles Morales and… Read more...


Amazing 3D Scan Shows the Titanic If All the Water Was Drained Out
62Futurism / 54min
Mysterious New 3D scans of the Titanic just dropped — and dear reader, they're absolutely incredible. As the BBC reports , these mind-blowing scans are the first of their kind and show in amazing detail how the entire wreck, which sunk 111 years ago, would look if the whole thing were to be miraculously moved to dry land. In spite of the amount of time and study that's occurred since the luxury o


Paleontologists Perplexed by Swimming Predator With 'Screwdriver' Teeth
Gizmodo / 54min
The ancient seas of the Late Cretaceous period would’ve been scary places to swim. Between 66 million and 100 million years ago, the world’s waterways were chock-full of real-life sea monsters . Not least of which were the sometimes bus-sized, possibly venomous , predatory lizards known as mosasaurs. Read more...


Grill Tender Vegetables Right on Your Charcoal Chimney
Lifehacker / 1h
If you cook with charcoal, you need a charcoal chimney . It’s not that you can’t get your coals hot without one, but using one really speeds up the process, and ensures your coals are consistently scorching every time. Even with a chimney, it takes about half an hour to get them white hot and ready to grill. Instead of… Read more...


Uber unveils new family, group features to simplify the travel experience
The Points Guy / 1h
Ride-hailing giant Uber unveiled a series of new features Wednesday morning aimed at simplifying group and family rides, among other activations, via its annual product showcase, Go-Get . Regarding families, Uber users can soon set up a family profile to link multiple Uber accounts together, including for teens ages 13 to 17. This allows younger users to order their own rides and Uber Eats meals


Big Uber Update Adds Teen Accounts, Toll-Free Number For Requesting Rides
SlashGear / 1h
Uber has announced several new features, including one big change that'll make things easier for riders who can't use the app and the people they call for help.


Hulu Vs. Sling TV: Which Has The Most Live Channels?
SlashGear / 1h
Two of the biggest names in the live streaming TV scene are Hulu and Sling TV, which each have their own benefits.



A séance goes horribly wrong in 'Brooklyn 45's trailer
Mashable / 1h
Who doesn't love doing an impromptu séance right in the middle of drinks? Listed as one of Mashable's movies to watch out for at SXSW , Ted Geoghegan's Brooklyn 45 is set in 1945 and follows a group of military veterans who gather for a friendly reunion. But their plans to drink and listen to some jazz get interrupted when one of them suggests performing a séance to contact their late friend Suzy


'The Blackening's latest trailer promises a fun and frightful ride
Mashable / 1h
The Blackening looks absolutely hilarious. A spoof of the horror genre and its treatment of Black characters, The Blackening follows a group of friends on a Juneteenth weekend getaway where things quickly go south thanks to a surprise guest. The group find themselves stuck playing a twisted game hosted by a mysterious killer — à la Jigsaw from Saw — and it's surprisingly funny. Taking aim at horr


Your first look at Alliance DAO’s latest cohort of web3 startups
TechCrunch / 1h
The crypto industry continues to face myriad headwinds, but there’s no shortage of startups and founders diving into the space. Alliance DAO, a web3 accelerator and builder community, had its most recent cohort, also known as ALL10, present their ideas on Wednesday during a demo day, exclusively covered by TechCrunch. Check out the previous Alliance DAO demo days we covered here in November and h


Two L.A. Hyatts Investigated For Adding Service Fees For Restaurant Workers, Pocketing The Money
View from the Wing / 1h
What becomes an even worse practice is charging a 5% add-on service fee for workers and not actually giving the money to those workers which is what the Los Angeles City Attorney suggests seems to be happening at Hyatt’s Thompson and tommie Hollywood hotels. Continue reading ...


The Blackening's Final Trailer Proves It's a Razor-Sharp Crowd-Pleaser
Gizmodo / 1h
The first trailer for The Blackening delightfully demonstrated that the latest from Tim Story (Ride Along, Barbershop) would have great fun skewering the horror trope that Black characters always die first . The latest trailer makes that even more clear by mixing enthusiastic audience reactions in with the jokes and… Read more...


US adults are spending less time on Twitter since Elon Musk took over
Engadget / 1h
We’re starting to get a clearer picture of how Elon Musk’s takeover of Twitter has changed the platform. According to new data from Pew Research, a “majority” of US Twitter users have “taken a break” from the platform over the last year, and many of the site’s “most active” users are tweeting less often than they used to. “Six-in-ten Americans who have used Twitter in the past 12 months say they


You Can Try Google’s New Bard Features Right Now
Lifehacker / 1h
Google Bard might not have the catchiest name, but it is powered by one of the biggest names in tech. That makes Bard a major player in the AI space, alongside other giants like OpenAI’s ChatGPT and Microsoft’s Bing Chat . Now, Google is rolling out new features to Bard, including updates it announced last week at its… Read more...


LA's Star Garden dancers set to become country's only unionized strippers
23Mashable / 1h
After more than a year of organizing, a group of Los Angeles dancers is on the brink of becoming the nation's only union-represented strippers, marking a new milestone in the country's organized labor movement. Strippers and their supporters at Star Garden Topless Dive Bar in North Hollywood had been calling for better working conditions, pay, and on-site safety, which prompted a push to become t


Get Ready for Another Summer of Invasive Lanternflies | Extreme Earth
Gizmodo / 1h
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BMW’s all-electric luxury boat comes with a custom Hans Zimmer soundtrack
Engadget / 1h
Electric cars have certainly gone mainstream over the past decade or so, with many auto manufacturers shifting at least some of their production over to battery-powered cars. But going from gas to electric in other forms of transportation hasn’t really taken off in quite the same way. BMW is looking to change that – sort of. In collaboration with TYDE, which typically builds luxury yachts, the du


Why Is Halle Bailey This Generation's Ariel? | io9 Interview
Gizmodo / 2h
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Your home or office router could be under attack from a dangerous new Chinese malware
Phishing (Enterprise T1566)•
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 2h
Cybersecurity researchers from Check Point Research (CPR) have discovered a new backdoor for home and office routers . The backdoor, named Horse Shell, allows threat actors full control of the infected endpoint, the researchers say, as well as letting them stay hidden and giving access to the wider network. According to CPR, the group behind the attack is Camaro Dragon - a Chinese Advanced Persis


Amazon overhauls Echo Buds line to create new budget-friendly model
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 2h
Usually, whenever a company launches a new entry in a series, you’d expect the gadget to be bigger and better than the older models. That’s exactly what Amazon did with the second generation Echo Buds .This time, however, the tech giant is doing the opposite with the latest Echo Buds by incorporating a more lightweight design. Noise cancellation, a major feature on past models, is now gone. Same


Ask Your Kid to Make a Tiny Vase for the Flowers They Keep Picking for You
Lifehacker / 2h
As a mom, I will always, always appreciate the thoughtfulness of a gift of flowers from my children. Unfortunately, I have no idea what to do with a flower that is smaller than a blade of grass and that I have been instructed to treasure forever. Until now. Read more...


Twitter is screaming at you now!!!
Mashable / 2h
As if things weren't chaotic enough on Elon Musk's Twitter , it has now added exclamation points all over the place. The "What's happening?" prompt when you compose a tweet has now become "What is happening?!" Not satisfied, the reply prompt now reads, "Tweet your reply!" and the quote-tweet reads, "Add a comment!" Previously, neither prompt had an exclamation point. SEE ALSO: Twitter users are s


Marriott overhauled its resort fee disclosures; now Hyatt is in the crosshairs
The Points Guy / 2h
Marriott out, Hyatt up to bat: The battle over resort fees entered its whack-a-mole phase this week. Just as Marriott settled with Texas and Pennsylvania attorneys general to better disclose resort fees in overall nightly room rates, Hyatt popped up to become the latest hotel company to face a legal battle over the much-maligned practice. Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton filed a lawsuit this wee


Video Shows Elon Musk "White Boy Dancing" in Mexico
41Futurism / 2h
#YOLO Just hours before meeting with French President Emmanuel Macron, Elon Musk was spotted dancing the night away in Mexico — which may explain why he seemed so out of it the next day. As TMZ reported , the multi-hyphenate billionaire was seen partying it up at the Sundream Baja festival in Cabo San Lucas. Naturally, tons of videos got posted to social media of his dancefloor antics, with obser


8 Reasons The Chase Sapphire Preferred Is Worth It
300+One Mile at a Time / 2h
Link: Apply now for the Chase Sapphire Preferred® Card Over the past decade, the Chase Sapphire Preferred® Card ( review ) has probably been the most well-known and well-rounded travel rewards credit card out there. The card has a huge welcome bonus, is rewarding for spending, gets you points that are flexible and valuable, and offers great travel protection. Simply put, it’s one of the easiest t


Pew: 60% of U.S. Twitter users have ‘taken a break’ from the platform in the past year
24TechCrunch / 2h
A new study by Pew Research Center paints a picture of a pause in Twitter usage by U.S. adults, but the data doesn’t necessarily point the finger at Elon Musk’s takeover of the social media platform as the source of the blame. Instead, Pew’s survey of U.S. adults, which was conducted over a week in March, reports that a majority of U.S. adult Twitter users, or 60%, said they have taken a break fr


5 investors discuss what’s in store for venture debt following SVB’s collapse
TechCrunch / 2h
There are many questions around the implications of Silicon Valley Bank’s (SVB) collapse that won’t be answered for a long time. But there’s one question that many startups and investors are hoping will get answered sooner rather than later: What happens to venture debt? SVB was one of the larger, if not the largest, providers of venture debt to U.S.-based startups. And now that First Republic Ba



Astronomers identify volcano-covered planet that could have water on its surface
Engadget / 2h
Astronomers have found a planet they believe is blanketed by active volcanoes. In a study published Tuesday in the journal Nature , a multi-national team of scientists said they discovered an Earth-sized exoplanet they believe may have water on part of its surface. The boringly named LP 791-18 d (sadly, no one thought to call it Mustafar ) is located about 90 light-years from Earth in the Crater


New animal family tree raises questions about the origin of nervous systems
Ars Technica - All content / 2h
Enlarge / These complex creatures seem to be the earliest branch of the animal tree. We're more closely related to sponges than we are to them. (credit: Getty Images ) Ask someone to think of an animal, and chances are they'll come up with one of our relatives among the mammals. A few people might go further afield and mention other vertebrates, like birds and fish. But these barely scratch the s


You can preorder Analogue’s TurboGrafx-inspired Duo console this Friday
Engadget / 2h
Analogue’s universally compatible TurboGrafx-16 console, the Duo, will finally be available for preorders later this week, on May 19th. The company made the reveal on Twitter and also noted that preorders begin sharply at 8AM PDT. These kinds of niche gaming consoles tend to sell out of preorders quickly, so set your alarm. There’s a spot of bad news to go along with the announcement. The Analogu


United Devalues MileagePlus, Increases Points Prices Of Many Awards By Up To 46%
View from the Wing / 2h
United MileagePlus has increased the cost of transatlantic awards on its own flights by one-third, and on partners by 39% - 46%. We'll see what the effects are on other regions. Continue reading ...


gotankgo:tralielalie:David Ruffin - There’s More To Love • In My...
Music, Arts & Literature / 2h
gotankgo : tralielalie : David Ruffin - There’s More To Love • In My Stride (1977)


Get These Life-Saving Certifications Online for Free
Lifehacker / 2h
You too, can be one of those people who confidently springs into action when there is a person in need: Save a Life and the National Health Care Provider Solutions (NHCPS) created a non-profit organization to certify people around the world with five different life-saving certifications and re-certifications, which,… Read more...


Amazon's new Echo Buds are already on sale — and just a third of the price of its 2021 earbuds
Mashable / 2h
SAVE 20%: Amazon announced new Echo Buds on May 17, and though they're only available to pre-order at the moment, they're just $39.99, down $10 from their $49.99 list price. The earbuds will officially be released on June 7. Opens in a new tab Credit: Amazon Amazon Echo Buds (2023) (opens in a new tab) $39.99 at Amazon (save $10) (opens in a new tab) Amazon dropped some new Echo Buds today (along


No, you're not imagining it: TikTok changed its font
Mashable / 2h
Move over Comic Sans, there's a new clown in town: TikTok Sans. Today (May 17) TikTok officially unveiled its very own font, TikTok Sans. Many users have already experienced the switch from the old font over to TikTok Sans. As is typical with any design update to a social media platform, users are outraged. The subtle change is enough to make any frequent TikTok user feel like they've lost their


Tricks To Make Your Amazon Fire TV Stick Run Faster
SlashGear / 2h
There's nothing more frustrating than when your Amazon Fire TV stick won't play smoothly. Here are some tricks to make your Amazon Fire TV stick run faster.


Zelda: Tears Of The Kingdom Breaks Series Records, Sells 10m In 3 Days
SlashGear / 2h
'The Legend of Zelda' sees another open-world smash hit with 'Tears of the Kingdom,' which has already captivated millions within the first few days of sale.


BlizzCon returns as an in-person event later this year
Engadget / 2h
Four years after the last in-person edition, a full-on version of BlizzCon has been scheduled for later this year. Blizzard's fan convention will take place at its long-standing Anaheim Convention Center home on November 3rd and 4th. More details will be revealed next month, including ticket information, though hotel blocks are already open. As always, some of the panels will be livestreamed, inc


The US Post Office Is Spying on the Mail. Senators Want to Stop It
43Wired / 2h
The USPS carries out warrantless surveillance on thousands of parcels every year. Lawmakers want it to end—right now.


What You Need to Know About Ax-2—the Second Private Mission to the ISS
Gizmodo / 2h
The second private crew to the International Space Station (ISS) is getting ready to strap into a SpaceX Dragon capsule, venturing to low Earth orbit as part of Axiom Space’s follow-up mission to the orbiting lab. Read more...


Comedian Hasan Minhaj can now direct you through traffic on Waze
TechCrunch / 2h
Waze, the Google-owned traffic and navigation app, announced Wednesday a partnership with comedian Hasan Minhaj, who will be the newest personal navigator, entertaining users with relatable commentary on traffic, self-deprecating jokes and other funny insights about driving. Waze is also launching new digital icons that appear on the Waze map. For instance, users can get a “suburban dad” Minivan


Ask Sophie: Which visas are best for U.S. startup accelerators?
TechCrunch / 2h
Sophie Alcorn Contributor Sophie Alcorn is the founder of Alcorn Immigration Law in Silicon Valley and 2019 Global Law Experts Awards’ “Law Firm of the Year in California for Entrepreneur Immigration Services.” She connects people with the businesses and opportunities that expand their lives. More posts by this contributor Ask Sophie: Can I apply for an EB-1A without first getting an O-1A? Ask So


Amazon Reveals New “Echo Pop” and Updated Smart Displays
How-To Geek / 2h
Amazon’s Echo lineup started with a single speaker, and has grown to include smart displays, earbuds, and a lot more speakers. Two Echo devices are now receiving a refresh, and there’s a completely new speaker. Read This Article on How-To Geek ›


Here Are Your 2023 Eisner Awards Nominees
Gizmodo / 3h
The Eisner Awards, one of the most prestigious comic awards currently awarded in the United States, has announced its 2023 nominees. Much like last year, Image and DC publishing once again netted the most nominations, but this year Image has more nods: 20 (plus six shared) and DC with 11 (plus five shared). While the … Read more...


What to Do If You Have More Than $5,000 in Your Checking Account
Lifehacker / 3h
When it comes to deciding how much cash you should keep in your checking account , the right amount depends on your financial situation. That being said, there’s a good chance that one you hit $5,000 in checking (that is, $5,000 in liquid assets), your money could be put to better use elsewhere. Read more...


Legend of Zelda game sells 10 million copies in three days
67BBC News - Technology / 3h
Tears of the Kingdom becomes the fastest-selling game in the Legend of Zelda franchise.


Rimac goes 0–60 in 1.74 seconds while blowing past 22 other EV records
28Ars Technica - All content / 3h
Enlarge / The Rimac Nevera is a $2 million electric hypercar with 1,914 hp (1.4 MW) and 1,725 lb-ft (2,339 Nm). (credit: Rimac) Move over, Model S; you're no longer the quickest game in town. The electric powertrain specialists at Rimac have taken the Nevera hypercar to a test track in Germany where it set 23 new performance records. Among these, a 0-60 mph time of a mere 1.74 seconds and a stand



Logitech taps iFixit to sell mouse parts for DIY repairs
Ars Technica - All content / 3h
Enlarge (credit: iFixit ) Logitech has joined the likes of Google and Samsung in tagging iFixit to help build a self-repair program. iFixit will sell spare parts for Logitech's MX Master and MX Anywhere series of mice and provide relevant repair guides in the US this summer. The iFixit Logitech Repair Hub will stock parts for what iFixit claims are the most common repair needs, namely replacing t


Self-driving Tesla doesn’t yield for pedestrian. Tesla fan cheers.
79Mashable / 3h
A seven-second self-driving Tesla video posted to Twitter this past weekend shows a likely illegal driving event in San Francisco that, unfortunately, happens all the time in ordinary situations. It’s the poster’s reaction that has left many online unsettled. Tweet may have been deleted (opens in a new tab) In the video, we watch from inside the car’s cabin as the robo-Tesla edges close to a pede


ENDING SOON: Getting Approved For Chase Credit Cards Despite Being Over 5/24
View from the Wing / 3h
When the card offer was first released last week I warned that I expected “5/24” to apply – that you generally need to have opened fewer than 5 new card accounts in the past 24 months to be approved. And maybe it does, or at least maybe it does for many people! But there’s been plenty of discussion online of people reporting approvals for the card even when they’re over 5/24. Continue reading ..


Scale Plans for Massive Animal Traps Discovered in Saudi Arabia and Jordan
Gizmodo / 3h
Ancient people living in what is today Saudi Arabia and Jordan carved to-scale plans for large animal traps, called kites, into rock. The scientists who analyzed the discoveries say the ability to transpose an aerial-view plan of this size to an actual structure points to a milestone in human intelligence and… Read more...


Scientists Are Closer to Understanding How Epstein-Barr Infection Can Cause Multiple Sclerosis
Gizmodo / 3h
New research may provide clues to an enduring mystery about multiple sclerosis and the common germ thought to be its leading cause, the Epstein-Barr virus. Scientists in Sweden have found that some patients with multiple sclerosis produce antibodies against the virus that seem to also mistakenly target a protein found… Read more...


Uber Riders Can Now Hail a Ride Without the App
33Gizmodo / 3h
Uber announced on Wednesday that it is introducing an array of features including another option for riders who aren’t able to hail a car from the app. The new service will allow riders to call 1-833-USE-UBER to order a car to come pick them up, rather than rely on the app alone. Read more...


Twitter Employees Got a Saudi Dissident Kidnapped, Lawsuit Says
33Gizmodo / 3h
An explosive new lawsuit alleges Twitter acted as a member of a “Saudi criminal enterprise” when a handful of its former employees sent names and other data to the Saudi Arabian government revealing the identities of political dissidents. Saudi agents allegedly used that data to kidnap and torture at least one… Read more...


Scientists Train New AI Exclusively on the Dark Web
500+Futurism / 3h
DarkBERT Rises OpenAI's large language models (LLMs) are trained on a vast array of datasets, pulling information from the internet's dustiest and cobweb-covered corners . But what if such a model were to crawl through the dark web — the internet's seedy underbelly where you can host a site without your identity being public or even available to law enforcement — instead? A team of South Korean r


This top parental control app has some serious security flaws
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TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 3h
A popular Android parental control app carried multiple vulnerabilities which allowed the children to bypass parental controls, and threat actors to install malware or steal sensitive data from the flawed devices. The app in question is called Parental Control - Kids Place, built by a company called Kiddowares. It has more than five million downloads on Google Play, and offers all kinds of parent


Nicolas Cage is coming to ‘Dead by Daylight’
Engadget / 3h
Nicolas Cage will soon appear in Dead by Daylight . The actor will bring his delightful eccentricity and Billy Mays-style beard to the multiplayer survival game, developer Behavior Interactive announced on Twitter. “There is nothing more powerful than imagination,” Cage says in the appropriately campy teaser. “It can shape the fabric of reality, transforming everything you may think you know.” Ca


Amazon just dropped four new Echo devices under $100, including a cute $40 smart speaker and $50 Buds
Mashable / 3h
Amazon has officially sold half a billion Alexa -enabled devices globally, and it's celebrating the only way it knows how: by selling even more devices. SEE ALSO: When is Amazon Prime Day 2023? We've got some predictions. The company unveiled four budget-friendly additions to its Echo lineup Wednesday, including the all-new Echo Pop smart speaker, a next-generation Echo Show 5 and Echo Show 5 Kid


A heartbreaking day for MileagePlus members as United devalues Europe saver awards by 33%
100+The Points Guy / 3h
It’s a solemn day for MileagePlus members. United Airlines just implemented one of the most heartbreaking devaluations in the history of the MileagePlus program by increasing Europe saver award rates by 33% without notice, as One Mile at a Time first reported. For years, United offered saver award rates from the continental U.S. to Europe for 30,000 and 60,000 miles in economy and business class,


8 Great Deals: Smartphones, Fitness Trackers, and More
Wired / 3h
Want some Lego flowers or a new Apple Watch? Check these deals out.


Greenwood’s Ryan Glover to speak on the economics of building a Black business at TechCrunch Live’s Atlanta event
TechCrunch / 3h
TechCrunch Live is excited to announce a fireside chat with Ryan Glover, co-founder of Greenwood Bank, as part of our virtual TechCrunch Live: Atlanta event on June 7th . Glover will sit down with me, Dominic-Madori Davis, at 2:05 ET to discuss the ‘economics of equality,’ — a conversation talking about the history of financial inequality within the Black community and how the Greenwood team is w


Are rising seed-stage valuations a poisoned gift for startups?
TechCrunch / 3h
Compared to a year ago, startup valuations have dipped across the board, no matter if you’re a startup raising a seed round or a Series E. But there’s good news if you’re a growth-stage startup: Valuations for startups raising Series A, B and C rounds across the world ticked higher in Q1 2023 from Q4 2022, according to data from CB Insights . That said, it’s not looking good for early- and late-s


You Should Add Artichoke Marinade to a Batch of Rice
Lifehacker / 3h
Marinated artichoke hearts aren’t quite a pickle, but they feel spiritually aligned with them. They’re a great accent to add to sandwiches, pizza, salads, or antipasti platters, and they come packed in a flavorful liquid that’s part brine and part oil, and is flavored with various seasonings. That liquid isn’t a… Read more...


Ahsoka's Natasha Liu Bordizzo Teases Sabine's Surprising New Weapon
Gizmodo / 3h
Of the many surprises our looks at Ahsoka gave us at Star Wars Celebration last month—from startling Clone Wars returns, to our first proper look at Grand Admiral Thrawn —one didn’t actually make it into footage released outside of the convention. But that was enough for one actress on the show to sigh in relief she… Read more...


Wild Shuttlecock-Inspired Heat Shield Could Make Reusable Satellites a Reality
Gizmodo / 3h
Retired satellites typically burn up in Earth’s atmosphere, never again seeing the light of day. However, a Welsh design firm named Space Forge is developing a foldable heat shield in the ongoing effort make satellites reusable, and the company wants to test the concept in orbit later this year. Read more...


2024 Lexus LC 500 Gets New Infotainment System, Bespoke Build Customization Options
SlashGear / 3h
Lexus' luxury coupe and convertibles are getting a major infotainment update for 2024, alongside a Bespoke Build configurator for the ultimate customization.


VR Headsets Actually Worth Buying Right Now
SlashGear / 3h
Not all VR headsets are created equal. These options from leading brands including Meta, HP, Valve, and PlayStation are the cream of the crop.



2023 Mercedes-Benz GLC Review: Starter SUV Wows On The Inside
SlashGear / 3h
The Mercedes-Benz GLC really outdid its predecessor by a lot. But who will be shopping for this starter SUV? A lot more people than you might think.


2023 BMW X3 M Competition Review: Maximum Germanic Hustle
SlashGear / 3h
Melding performance with usability, the 2023 BMW X3 M Competition is an expensive, yet fun hauler that's willing to take a break from speed for practicality.


7 Weird Motorola Phones You Forgot Existed (And May Be Better Off Forgotten)
SlashGear / 3h
Motorola has designed some legendary phones, but they weren't all winners. Here are the weird Motorola phones you forgot existed -- which may be for the best.


Logitech Teams Up With iFixit To Support User Repairs
SlashGear / 3h
Logitech and iFixit have partnered to create a repair hub for Logitech devices, giving consumers the resources necessary to sustainably fix their accessories.


The first episode of 'The Expanse: A Telltale Series' will arrive on July 27th
Engadget / 3h
The first episode of The Expanse: A Telltale Series at last has a release date. You'll be able to jump in to the game on July 27th on PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X/S, Xbox One and PC via the Epic Games Store. Unlike previous Telltale titles, which often left fans hanging for months between episodes ( sometimes due to external issues ), you won't have to wait long for more installmen


Does Eating Garlic Help Ward Off Mosquitos
How-To Geek / 3h
If there’s one thing everyone can agree on, it’s that mosquitoes can be a huge nuisance during the summer months. Like many of us, you may be looking for some creative ways to keep your mosquito bites to a minimum this year—like ingesting massive amounts of garlic. Read This Article on LifeSavvy ›


Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4 Hits New All-Time Low Price, Plus More Deals
How-To Geek / 3h
Mother’s Day might have come and gone, but that doesn’t mean there aren’t still good gadget deals out there. With these sales, you’ll be able to save large chunks of cash on the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4 phone, WD_BLACK’s highly rated internal gaming SSD, a Microsoft Surface Laptop Go 2, and much more. Read This Article on How-To Geek ›


How to Fix the “Something Didn’t Go As Planned” Error in Windows 11
How-To Geek / 3h
Is the “Something Didn’t Go As Planned” error preventing you from installing your Windows 11 updates? Worry not—there are a few ways to get around this problem so you can install all your system updates successfully. Here’s how. Read This Article on How-To Geek ›


Logitech Joins the iFixit Repair Revolution
How-To Geek / 3h
Thanks to a new partnership, iFixit will provide genuine replacement parts and repair guides for Logitech devices. The companies will begin with Logitech’s MX Master and MX Anywhere mice before moving on to other products, including keyboards, headphones, speakers, webcams, and gaming peripherals. Read This Article on Review Geek ›


You Can Now Buy Starlink Internet at Best Buy
How-To Geek / 3h
If you’re interested in Elon Musk’s high-speed satellite internet service Starlink, we have good news. This week, Best Buy started selling residential SpaceX Starlink dishes on its website, making it easier than ever for consumers to try it. Read This Article on Review Geek ›


Poll: 61% of Americans say AI threatens humanity’s future
Ars Technica - All content / 3h
Enlarge / An AI-generated image of "real space invaders" threatening the earth. (credit: Midjourney) A majority of Americans believe that the rise of artificial intelligence technology could put humanity's future in jeopardy, according to a Reuters/Ipsos poll published on Wednesday. The poll found that over two-thirds of respondents are anxious about the adverse effects of AI, while 61 percent co


ChatGPT Plus Has Two Huge New Features You Can Try Right Now
Lifehacker / 4h
OpenAI’s ChatGPT kicked off what feels like an AI revolution that isn’t slowing down anytime soon. While other big tech companies, like Google and Microsoft , have entered the AI arena, the conversation is still all about ChatGPT. And that probably won’t change after this week, since OpenAI just rolled out two huge … Read more...


Save big on upscale TVs and more during Samsung's Discover Samsung Event
Mashable / 4h
Through May 21, Samsung is hosting its Discover Samsung Event where customers can score big savings on TVs, monitors, phones, and more. We rounded up a few of our favorite deals from the sale. BEST SAMSUNG TV DEAL: The 65-inch Class QN900C Samsung Neo QLED 8K smart TV (2023) has an edge-to-edge 8K picture for cinematic viewing — $4,749.99 $4,999.99 (save $250) BEST MONITOR DEAL: The 55-inch Odyss


Capping Emissions Could Create 35,000 Jobs in Texas (If Lawmakers Would Only Listen)
Gizmodo / 4h
Texas could add tens of thousands of jobs if the state seriously commits itself to driving down its methane emissions, finds a report from the Texas Climate Jobs Project released Wednesday. But state leadership has thus far refused funding from the federal government for anti-methane measures. Read more...


Small in size, big on style: A review of the Motto by Hilton Washington DC
24The Points Guy / 4h
When choosing a hotel, travelers often have to decide between budget-friendly but nondescript accommodations or more quirky, boutique lodgings that come with a higher price tag. Motto by Hilton Washington DC City Center, a so-called “micro hotel,” aims to offer the best of both worlds: a trendy vibe for reasonable nightly rates. As a budget-conscious traveler , I’m usually happy to opt for modest


Beats Studio Buds Plus have landed and it’s clear they’re a hit
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 4h
It’s official, the rumored Beats Studio Buds Plus are real, and they’re finally here. Early reviews indicate that the two year wait between these and the first model is worth the wait too. The new buds feature better noise cancelling (1.6 times better, according to Beats), an improved Transparency mode, longer battery life (nine hours from the buds, 36 hours in total), "Hey Siri" support for Appl


AMD's RX 7900 XTX can match Nvidia's RTX 4090 — but you won't like the cost
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 4h
Under normal circumstances, the AMD RX 7900 XTX graphics card is no match for Nvidia’s flagship, the GeForce RTX 4090 , in terms of pure performance. But there is a way to match the latter in performance — though the price you have to pay might be a little too high for some. If you remove the RX 7900 XTX’s power limiter, it’s able to match the RTX 4090 in the 3DMark10 benchmarks with a high clock


AMD has a brilliant plan for its next-gen CPUs: just copy what Intel is doing
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 4h
An enlightening new interview with AMD CTO Mark Papermaster has revealed two of the tech giant’s biggest strategies coming in the near future — which he hopes will level the playing field between AMD and Intel in the CPU market. Papermaster first discussed how AMD officially plans on introducing ‘hybrid’ CPUs to its consumer product lineup. For the uninitiated, hybrid architecture uses larger cor


Stratolaunch submits $17M bid for some of Virgin Orbit’s assets
TechCrunch / 4h
Virgin Orbit may have found a buyer for some of its assets in hypersonic flight company Stratolaunch, according to new court filings. Stratolaunch submitted a $17 million bid for some assets, including the modified Boeing 747 aircraft “Cosmic Girl,” in a so-called stalking horse bid. Stalking horse bids set the minimum floor price for the assets. The two companies entered the stalking horse agree


Professor Falsely Accuses Students of Cheating Because ChatGPT Told Him To
400+Futurism / 4h
Mumm's The Word It's clear that academia is having a normal one in the wake of ChatGPT. As Rolling Stone reports , one such normal-brained professor at Texas A&M University says he asked the OpenAI chatbot whether his students had used it to cheat on their final essays — and told him that the whole class had used ChatGPT to write their papers, which is considered cheating at most schools. That te



The New York Times built a standalone app for audio journalism
Engadget / 4h
The New York Times is doubling down on podcasts. The outlet announced Tuesday the launch of its long-awaited NYT Audio app. Available to download only on iOS at the moment, the software collects all of the Gray Lady’s audio journalism, including podcasts from the Athletic and Serial Productions, under one roof. The Times first previewed the app back in 2021 . At the time, it billed the software a


Panic and Sony drop trailer for unique soccer game with a narrative twist
Engadget / 4h
Game developer Panic, the studio behind Firewatch and Untitled Goose Game , is dropping a unique soccer title on PS5 next year. It’s called Despelote and is described as a “beautiful slice-of-life adventure” about childhood and the world’s favorite sport. The title’s set in Ecuador in 2001, which was when the country had its first qualifying run for the World Cup. Gameplay involves exploring the


Lemon8 is the anti-BeReal with all the same problems
Mashable / 4h
TikTok launched Lemon8, a Pinterest-meets-Instagram social media platform, in the middle of its ongoing fight to avoid a ban in the U.S. Since it hit app stores in the U.S. and UK in February 2023, millions of people have downloaded it to their phones and cultivated a feed of aesthetically pleasing posts full of productivity tips, morning routines, side hustle advice, and carefully curated, doodl


Snag Apple's M2 Mac mini at its lowest price ever
Mashable / 4h
SAVE $99.01: As of May 17, the Apple Mac mini (M2 chip, 256 GB) desktop computer is on sale at Amazon for $499.99 — its lowest price yet. That's a discount of 17%. Opens in a new tab Credit: Apple 2023 Apple Mac mini (M2 chip, 256GB) (opens in a new tab) $499.99 on Amazon (save $99.01) (opens in a new tab) Apple's M2 chips made their debut in 2022, appearing in everything from the lightweight Mac


oldshowbiz:1966.Right-wingers versus Library Books.
Music, Arts & Literature / 4h
oldshowbiz : 1966. Right-wingers versus Library Books.


Cardiff Beyoncé concert: Face recognition use criticised
32BBC News - Technology / 4h
The police are using the technology on the city's streets, a move that has divided opinion.


The Longest You Should Hoard Your Travel Points
Lifehacker / 4h
I have a friend who insists on paying for group dinners with his credit card, and the rest of us paying him back. His goal, of course, is to be “the one to get all the points.” When I pressed him on how he maximizes all those hundreds of thousands of points (we eat out a lot), he revealed his grand plan to save up his… Read more...


Freshly shareholders, including Insight Partners, sue Nestlé for ‘failing to make earnout payments’
28TechCrunch / 4h
Former investors of food delivery startup Freshly are suing Nestlé USA , which acquired the company in 2020 for up to $1.5 billion. The shareholders allege that Nestlé failed to make earnout payments to Freshly shareholders pursuant to the merger agreement, according to Law.com . Per that agreement, as reported by TechCrunch at the time of the acquisition, Nestlé had agreed to pay $950 million pl


Years after its Audm acquisition, The New York Times launches its own audio app
25TechCrunch / 4h
Several years ago, The New York Times acquired audio journalism app Audm with the goal of using it as the basis for its own audio product . Today, the media company is unveiling the result of that work with the official debut of New York Times Audio — a new mobile app that combines the publication’s top podcasts, like “The Daily,” “The Ezra Klein Show,” “Hard Fork,” “Modern Love,” “The Run-Up,” a


TikTok-viral 'subway shirts' won't stop harassment
Mashable / 4h
Summer is coming in the northern hemisphere, which means more plans and fewer clothes to wear to said plans. Some women who take public transportation in New York City, however, are opting to don "subway shirts" over their outfits in an attempt to stop harassment from men. As explained on TikTok , a subway shirt, also known as an "outfit dampener" (as explained by TikTok user @ideal.grace), is an


Haven’t Checked Your Gmail in a While? Google May Delete Your Account.
100+NYT > Technology / 4h
Personal Google accounts that have not been used in at least two years could be removed starting in December as part of an effort to address security threats, the company said.


Logitech joins the growing list of companies with self-repair programs
Engadget / 4h
Logitech and iFixit announced a new partnership today to let customers repair their devices. iFixit will supply spare parts and out-of-warranty support for “select products” while developing guides for DIY repairs on Logitech gear. The program will kick off this summer in the US with support for two popular accessories: the Logitech MX Master and MX Anywhere mouse models. The self-repair program,


The Creator Trailer Deftly Teases a Blend of AI Terrors and Human Emotion
32Gizmodo / 4h
Sci-fi thriller The Creator was one of the most intriguing, most unexpected buzz-makers at this year’s CinemaCon —and now the world can see why, since the trailer for the latest from Gareth Edwards ( Rogue One: A Star Wars Story , 2014's Godzilla ) has just been released. Read more...


Republican Senators Challenge NASA on ‘Woke’ Policies Related to Climate and Diversity
100+Gizmodo / 4h
A pair of prominent Republican senators co-opted yesterday’s hearing on NASA’s 2024 budget request by accusing the space agency of siding with Biden-friendly initiatives pertaining to climate change and diversity. Read more...


How 5-minute battery swaps could get more EVs on the road
23MIT Technology Review / 4h
Charging has emerged as the primary way people keep their EV batteries full of juice while on the go, but some companies have an alternative in mind that they think could be even quicker than the fastest chargers today: battery swapping. Today, a San Francisco–based startup called Ample demonstrated its new battery-swap system , which it says can exchange a depleted EV battery for a fresh one in


Who’s eligible for the 80,000-point Chase Sapphire Preferred bonus?
The Points Guy / 4h
Editor’s note: This is a recurring post, regularly updated with new information and offers. Last month, Chase launched one of the highest sign-up bonuses it has ever offered on the Chase Sapphire Preferred Card . New cardholders can earn 80,000 Ultimate Rewards points after spending $4,000 on purchases in the first three months of account opening. TPG values Chase Ultimate Rewards points at 2 cen


Earth Now on Track to Reach 1.5 Degrees of Warming by 2027
Gizmodo / 4h
The world is set to reach new record temperatures within just a few years, as global temperatures are expected to rise 1.5 degrees Celsius above pre-industrial levels, the World Meteorological Organization announced today . And the incoming El Niño isn’t helping matters. Read more...


Virgin Galactic's final VSS Unity flight test is slated for May 25th
Engadget / 5h
Virgin Galactic's lengthy road to space tourism is nearing an end. The firm now expects its final VSS Unity test flight to launch as soon as May 25th at 10AM Eastern, with specialist training starting on May 22nd. The mission will check the technical functionality and the "astronaut experience" one more time before commercial service begins. The company hasn't narrowed down the official start to


Varda Space raising new tranche of funding at $500M post-money valuation
TechCrunch / 5h
Varda Space Industries, the in-space manufacturing startup that wants to revolutionize the production of pharmaceuticals, semiconductors and more, is in the process of raising $25 million in new capital that would put its valuation at around $500 million after investment, according to documents viewed by TechCrunch. The fundraising comes at a crucial time for Varda, which is preparing to send its


Senator Kyrsten Sinema Criticized For Using Campaign Funds To Travel To.. Marathons?
View from the Wing / 5h
Senator Sinema is an American Airlines Executive Platinum member whose staff put out a 37 page memo on meeting her travel expectations. She likes room temperature bottled water available at all times (honestly, so do I). She likes a weekly hour-long massage. She wants to avoid flying Southwest though they’re a huge carrier in her home state. She “does not like to fly” and asks staffers to pick he



'Fast X' review: How do you top blasting a car into space? Two words: Jason Momoa.
33Mashable / 5h
The Fast and Furious franchise has expanded intensely over the course of its 11 films (and counting). Humble street racers who hijack DVD players have evolved into godlike superheroes who can leap vehicles from skyscrapers, cliffs, and planes without flinching. They walk away from car crashes and explosions without injury or even smudging their furrowed brows. With each adventure, more crooks and


Bing chat history and new mobile features are going live this week
Mashable / 5h
New generative AI Bing and Edge features teased earlier this month are going live . Earlier in May, Microsoft announced chat history in Bing, more visual responses and image-to-text support from Bing responses, and features tailored to mobile browsing for the Bing and Edge apps. Microsoft has been on a bit of a roll lately. Ever since it announced the AI-powered Bing and generative AI features fo


From root to crown, Mast Reforestation is regrowing the tree economy for the 21st century
TechCrunch / 5h
Here’s the problem: The planet is burning, and there’s not much we can do about it. Forests are in peril not just because of the ravages of climate change, but because the industries that support them remain traditional and under-resourced. Mast Reforestation is building a tech-forward forest-as-a-service company that vastly simplifies and accelerates the process of restoring lands lost to wildfi


Traefik Labs launches Traefik Hub, a Kubernetes-native API management service
TechCrunch / 5h
Traefik today announced the general availability of Traefik Hub, its cloud-native API management solution for publishing, securing and managing APIs. Founded in 2016 by Emile Vauge, Traefik Labs had an early focus on its open source projects: Traefik Proxy and Mesh — a cloud-native reverse-proxy solution and service mesh. Back in 2015, Vauge was a developer and DevOps consultant after stints at L


AI touches everything, everywhere all at once at Disrupt
TechCrunch / 5h
Like it or not, AI is part of our lives from here on out — for better or worse. In the past six months alone, TechCrunch has written nearly 600 articles focused on the impact of AI technology in our lives across industries as varied as film , healthcare , marketing and supply chains to name but a few. The AI Stage at TechCrunch Disrupt 2023 At TechCrunch Disrupt 2023 , you’ll find AI’s influentia


Union AI raises $19.1M Series A to simplify AI and data workflows with Flyte
39TechCrunch / 5h
Union AI , a Bellevue, Washington–based open source startup that helps businesses build and orchestrate their AI and data workflows with the help of a cloud-native automation platform, today announced that it has raised a $19.1 million Series A round from NEA and Nava Ventures. The company also announced the general availability of its fully managed Union Cloud service. At the core of Union is Fl


Use the ‘One-Touch’ Rule to Manage Your Inbox
Lifehacker / 5h
For as much as they try to enhance it, emails also hamper our productivity a lot. Not only do endless emails bog you down and keep you stuck in a loop of endless replies, but the stress of even having to wade through both the important messages and the junk is enough to make you avoid your inbox altogether. To stay on… Read more...


Ask Yourself These Three Questions to Avoid Regretting a Purchase
Lifehacker / 5h
Whenever you buy something, you’ve already been on the receiving end of somebody trying to sell it to you. They put in effort to make it look really amazing, and you start thinking about all the ways your life will be better if you have it. You’ll look stylish in that coat. You’ll run all your errands on that bicycle.… Read more...


Fast X Can't Even Be Saved by Jason Momoa's Incredible New Villain
21Gizmodo / 5h
With the release of Fast X, we think it’s finally official: the Fast and Furious franchise ended with the death of Paul Walker. Walker’s untimely passing gave 2015's Furious 7 a resonance that took the series to a new level , really solidifying the notion that family, not action, is what makes this mega blockbuster car… Read more...


Experts Alarmed by Tech That Identifies Human DNA Floating in Air
74Futurism / 5h
It sounds like science fiction, but researchers are getting better and better at retrieving tiny traces of human genetic material called environmental DNA — or eDNA — that we leave floating in the air or water, and mining it for genetic info. The technique has technically been around for a while, and has been used for a number of purposes including detecting the virus that causes COVID-19 in wast


What Is a Game Engine?
How-To Geek / 5h
Have you ever played video games and wondered how they’re made or how they even work? The secret is in the game engine, the complex set of software tools that lies at the heart of every modern video game today. Read This Article on How-To Geek ›


Bing Chat AI Is Coming to Your Phone’s Home Screen
How-To Geek / 5h
Microsoft has sought to position Bing‘s new AI chat feature in a dominant position right as the generative AI wave began raging on. With the latest updates, it’s also becoming more accessible for everyone. Read This Article on How-To Geek ›


Amazon Goes Affordable With Its New Echo Speakers and Earbuds
How-To Geek / 5h
In a surprise move, Amazon is refreshing its Echo lineup with three affordable new products—the Echo Pop, Echo Buds (2023 Model), and Echo Show 5 (3rd Gen). It’s an interesting change of pace, especially when you consider the bevy of premium devices that Amazon debuted last fall. Read This Article on Review Geek ›


Peacock Catches One NFL Playoff Game as an Exclusive
How-To Geek / 5h
The 2023-24 NFL Football season is about to look much different than it has in decades. For the first time since 1994, the NFL Sunday Ticket is on YouTube, not DirecTV. And now, we’re learning that you’ll need NBCUniversal’s streaming service Peacock if you want to watch one of the playoff games. Read This Article on Review Geek ›


Apple reveals the full schedule for WWDC 2023 – here's what to expect
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 5h
Apple has released a timetable for WWDC 2023 , giving us an idea of when it’ll reveal the next iteration of its operating systems and some hotly anticipated tech – such as the Apple VR headset and Mac Pro (2023). According to the schedule, WWDC will kick off on June 5, 2023, at 10am PT (1pm ET / 6pm BST / June 6, 3am ACT) with a Keynote presentation. If it follows the trend of previous years, thi


United MileagePlus MASSIVELY Devalues Miles
99One Mile at a Time / 5h
United’s MileagePlus frequent flyer program has just rolled out a huge mileage devaluation, which might just be the worst we’ve seen in the history of the program. It’s not just the amount by which award costs have increased, but also how consistent these increases are across the board, for travel on both United and its partner airlines. Thanks to reader Alan for flagging this. United MileagePlus


Five Nights At Freddy's movie teaser shows off murderous animatronics
Engadget / 5h
Get ready to deal with things that go clank in the night on the big screen. A Five Nights at Freddy's movie is on the way later this year, and Universal Pictures has revealed the first teaser for the long-gestating adaptation . The clip doesn't seem to hold too many surprises for those who are familiar with the jump scare-laden FNaF games, but it captures the aesthetic well enough. It focuses on


Parents can now stalk their kids with new Uber features
Mashable / 5h
Uber announced a whole host of updates and upgrades to its app and platform at its annual Go/Get product showcase event today, including a new feature for teens, family profiles, Uber Car Seat, and more. Family profiles allow people to link multiple Uber accounts together, so users can receive real-time location updates all while paying for rides and Uber Eats from a single account. The teens fea


Elon Musk: I will say what I want even if it costs me
74BBC News - Technology / 5h
Twitter's owner has been criticised for spreading disinformation and conspiracy theories online.


The Creators of 'Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom' Answer Your Most Urgent Questions
40Wired / 5h
Director Hidemaro Fujibayashi and producer Eiji Aonuma weigh in on Link’s stink, Ultrahand, and getting lost in the world they created.



Audio journalism app Curio can now create personalized episodes using AI
TechCrunch / 5h
Curio , a startup building a platform that turns expert journalism into professionally narrated content , is embracing AI technology to create customized audio episodes, based on your prompts. The company today already has a large catalog of high-quality journalism licensed from partners like The Wall Street Journal, The Guardian, The Atlantic, The Washington Post, Bloomberg, New York Magazine, a


Landlord-focused insurtech Obie lands $25.5M led by Battery Ventures
TechCrunch / 5h
Obie , a real estate-focused insurance technology company, has raised $25.5 million in a funding round led by Battery Ventures. Since the company’s last raise — a $10.4 million Series A — nearly two years ago, the startup says it has gone from securing insurance for over $3 billion worth of property to $20 billion worth. It has now raised a total of $39 million since its 2017 inception. Obie’s so


Uber puts family (even teens) at the center of its new products and features
61TechCrunch / 5h
Family is at the center of Uber’s latest product offensive. Uber revealed Wednesday at its annual “ Go-Get ” event, a slew of new products and features aimed at attracting a new set of customers from teens as young as 13 and families who want to link accounts to even those who might feel more comfortable calling for a ride instead of using the app at all. The company hosted two similar events las


70% of Trump Voters Think AI Threatens Humanity, Poll Finds
Gizmodo / 5h
Americans’ concern over AI’s influence on humanity is growing, with an large majority saying that the technology’s rapid growth will negatively impact the future, a new poll finds. The survey, conducted by Reuters and Ipsos and released Wednesday, revealed that of those contacted, 70% of people who voted for Donald… Read more...


Dolly Parton shares her vision for the future of Dollywood, aka her ‘Tennessee mountain home’
91The Points Guy / 5h
“Don’t get so busy making a living that you forget to make a life.” This is just one of the hundreds of “Dollyisms” spoken by the Backwoods Barbie herself, Dolly Parton. Parton certainly has made quite a life for herself. She’s one of the best-selling female music artists of all time, with 10 Grammy awards, two stars on the Hollywood Walk of Fame and a plaque on Nashville’s StarWalk. Additionally


Is the Capital One Venture X worth the $395 annual fee?
95The Points Guy / 5h
Premium credit cards are not new. Both Chase and American Express have offered them for years now. Citi also offered a premium card for several years, though it’s no longer available to new applicants. However, Capital One ‘s foray into luxury rewards credit cards is a relative newcomer compared to other banks’ products. The Capital One Venture X Rewards Credit Card arrived with a $395 annual fee


Montreal's iconic brutalist building has finally been finished inside Unreal Engine
Engadget / 5h
Designers aren't just using Unreal Engine to preview buildings — they're using it to complete buildings that were never fully realized. Neoscape and Safdie Architects have released Hillside Sample Project, a virtual rendition of Moshe Safdie's original vision for Montreal's brutalist Habitat 67 housing complex. The modular, floating pyramid structures are clearly the highlight, but there's also e


Google might let you use your Pixel phone as a dashcam
Mashable / 5h
You may already own your next dashcam and you don't even know it yet. 9to5Google analyzed some unreleased code in the Personal Safety Android app and managed to enable a new, unannounced "Dashcam" feature for Pixel phones. The idea is that you mount your Pixel on your car's dashboard, at which point it can record your journey while you either continue to use the phone or lock the screen. SEE ALSO


Get $10 off 'The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom' with this promo code
Mashable / 5h
SAVE $10: The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom typically retails for $69.99, but you can get it for $59.99 if you buy it through SuperShop and enter our promo code MASHZLDA at checkout. Opens in a new tab Credit: Nintendo 'The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom' (opens in a new tab) $59.99 with code MASHZLDA (save $10) (opens in a new tab) Unless you're a sneaky little Korok who's been hi


Otterbox is celebrating its 25th birthday with 25% off tech accessories sitewide
Mashable / 5h
Looking for a new phone case, charger, or other tech accessories? You're just in time for a great sale on quality phone cases, charging stations, and more. Otterbox is celebrating its 25th birthday with a 25% off sitewide sale. We rounded up some of our favorite picks below. BEST CHARGING STATION DEAL: The 3-in-1 charging station with MagSafe (MFi approved; 15W) wirelessly charges iPhones and Air


Blizzard is “confident” that Diablo IV’s launch servers can handle the load
Ars Technica - All content / 5h
Enlarge / "OK EVERYONE QUEUE UP! NO ONE GETS IN THIS SERVER PORTAL UNTIL YOU QUEUE UP!" (credit: Blizzard) Blizzard says it's "really confident" that the upcoming launch of Diablo IV will not be subject to the infamous server issues that plagued the launch of Diablo III over a decade ago. That quoted vote of confidence comes from Diablo IV Art Director John Mueller, who told Eurogamer that the ga


Amazon Goes After Apple's AirPods With a $50 Set of Wireless Earbuds
45Gizmodo / 5h
Although Amazon’s first pair of wireless earbuds weren’t exactly a home run, 2021's follow-up delivered great sound, solid ANC, and a highly competitive $120 starting price. Two years later, the Echo Buds have gotten a complete redesign , and instead of targeting the AirPods Pro, Amazon now seems to be going after… Read more...


Fablecraft Wants to Lower the Barrier for Virtual Tabletop Gaming
Gizmodo / 5h
Fablecraft is a new RPG that will be entirely digital, created within the Steam-native Riftweaver app , and it’s currently crowdfunding on Kickstarter, to great success. The co-founders of Fablecraft are David Hohusen (creator of Two Dots ) and Andrew Habers, and io9 had a chance to get a hands on look at a beta version… Read more...


See the World's Unsold Clothing in a Huge Desert Pileup
200+Gizmodo / 5h
The world’s fast-fashion addiction is wrecking the planet. It’s also contributing to an enormous and growing pile of clothing that is sitting in Chile’s Atacama Desert. Read more...


Google's Personal Safety Update Will Turn Pixel Phones Into Dashcams
How-To Geek / 5h
With an upcoming Personal Safety app update, Pixel phone users will soon be able to use their smartphones as dashcams for their cars, 9to5Google has discovered. Read This Article on Review Geek ›


Switch OLED vs. Switch vs. Switch Lite: Which Should You Buy?
How-To Geek / 5h
The Nintendo Switch is one of the best-selling game consoles of all time. Its success has seen the platform flooded with titles, from first-party Nintendo bangers to indie darlings. The Switch is clearly a solid investment, even for the casual gamer—but which Switch should you go for? Read This Article on How-To Geek ›


This Smart TV Is Free, But It Watches You (and You Watch Ads)
How-To Geek / 5h
Free and ad-supported streaming services like Pluto TV and The Roku Channel have become more popular over the past few years, but what if the TV itself was free too? That’s what “Telly” is trying. Read This Article on How-To Geek ›


Why You Shouldn't Use Your Phone in Bed
How-To Geek / 5h
Scrolling away the hours while relaxing in bed is a habit many fall into. But it can lead to nasty consequences like sleep disruption, neck pain, and eye strain. Here are the top reasons to shut down your phone at bedtime. Plus, some tips to mitigate the damage if you just can’t stop. Read This Article on Review Geek ›


Google Docs is getting a whole lot smarter - and collapsable?
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 6h
In its eternal struggle to replicate features that Microsoft 365 and even Office has had for aeons, Google Docs is getting - make sure you’re sitting down - collapsible headings. This is good - it’ll keep documents from feeling cluttered or unruly, we’re just at a loss as to why it’s taken until 2023 for this to happen. The announcement , posted on the Google Workspace updates blog, revealed that



Mission Impossible 7's thrilling trailer sees Tom Cruise ride a motorbike off a mountain
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 6h
Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning Part One 's official trailer has arrived – and it looks to be the beginning of the end for Tom Cruise's Ethan Hunt. The exhilarating, action-packed trailer, which you can see below, teases Hunt's most difficult mission yet, with the IMF agent tasked with tracking down a world-ending weapon and preventing it from falling into the wrong hands. Just another day a


What we bought: Are touch-activated faucets smart or silly?
Engadget / 6h
Even for someone like me who spends a ton of time testing phones and laptops, it can be hard to keep up with innovations across every category of device – especially when it comes to things like fixtures and appliances that aren’t meant to be replaced very often. So a little while ago when my kitchen faucet sprung a leak I was faced with a question: Are today’s new-fangled touch-activated models


Uber will start rolling out teen accounts with safety features next week
Engadget / 6h
At its annual product showcase, Uber announced a raft of updates, including the introduction of teen accounts. Starting on May 22nd, the company will start rolling out teen accounts in select cities in the US and Canada with the aim of helping younger folks travel more safely by themselves. Uber says that only screened drivers who are experienced and highly rated will be able to carry out trips w


You can now call an Uber like a normal taxi
Engadget / 6h
Uber is really leaning into getting users to collaborate more through a series of new features across its core app and Uber Eats . Many of the updates announced, including group rides and grocery orders, focus on digitally connecting friends and family. On the primary Uber app, the company is removing any awkwardness for people who don't actually know their friends' addresses by heart (spoiler: a


Where to Get a Rebate for Your Home’s New Windows
Lifehacker / 6h
Upgrading your home’s windows is one of the best ways to make your heating and cooling system more efficient and save on utility bills. In the short-term, though, new windows can come with some sticker-shock. Even on the low-end of the average, windows can cost upwards of $300 each, and upgrades necessary to… Read more...


Breeze Airways A220s Will Have Wi-Fi By Early 2024
70One Mile at a Time / 6h
Breeze Airways has just provided an update about its progress with installing Wi-Fi, and it’s not terribly impressive. Breeze Airways’ slow Wi-Fi rollout US ultra low cost carrier Breeze Airways launched operations around two years ago. Even prior to Breeze starting flights, the airline marketed how it would offer amazing tech, including Wi-Fi. Unfortunately for a vast majority of passengers in t


The First Captain America: New World Order Set Pictures Tease Costumes and Villains
32Gizmodo / 6h
New reports tease the future of Alita: Battle Angel 2 and Deadpool 3 . Even more Transformers: Rise of the Beasts footage hint at maximal mayhem. Plus, what’s to come on Fear the Walking Dead . Spoilers now! Read more...


Emerging managers shouldn’t rush a first close – even in this market
31TechCrunch / 6h
Fundraising has gotten increasingly tough over the last year for funds of all stripes, and especially so for emerging managers. In the first quarter of 2023, venture firms led by up and coming managers raised $1.62 billion, a mere 13% of the total capital raised in the U.S., according to PitchBook. Emerging managers and new funds out in the market may find it tempting in this macro environment to


Kubernetes and sigstore founders raise $17.5M to launch software supply chain startup Stacklok
TechCrunch / 6h
After being instrumental in launching the Kubernetes open source project, Kubernetes co-founders Craig McLuckie and Joe Beda left Google to launch Heptio in 2016 . They then sold the company to VMware in 2018. Both left VMware in 2022 and McLuckie went on to found a stealth startup after a short stint as an entrepreneur in residence at Accel. Now we know this stealth startup is Stacklok , which a


LayerZero and Immunefi launch largest crypto bug bounty program with up to $15M in rewards
100+TechCrunch / 6h
LayerZero Labs, the team behind cross-chain messaging protocol LayerZero , has partnered with bug bounty and security services platform Immunefi to launch a $15 million bug bounty for its protocol, Bryan Pellegrino, co-founder and CEO of LayerZero, exclusively told TechCrunch. The bug bounty alliance will offer a maximum reward of $15 million for each new vulnerability found by white hat hackers.


You can now hail an Uber by calling a number
TechCrunch / 6h
Uber’s making it easier to hail a ride — no app required. The company announced Wednesday at its annual Go-GET event in New York City that it’s launching a new ride-hailing option for people who aren’t as familiar navigating a smartphone. By dialing the toll-free number 1-833-USE- UBER (1-833-873-8237) in the U.S., customers can speak with an agent in English or Spanish to request a ride on-deman


Uber launches private chartered boats in Mykonos
TechCrunch / 6h
Uber’s getting into boats. Well, more into boats than it was previously. At Uber’s third annual Go-GET product event Wednesday in New York City, the ride-hailing company announced that it’ll soon launch boat travel in Greece, giving vacationers — and boat lovers — the opportunity to book a boat directly via the Uber app. Image credit: Uber The boating option will allow up to eight people to cruis


Roku launches new sports hub dedicated to women’s sporting events
TechCrunch / 6h
Roku is giving sports fans what they want — better access to women’s live sports. The company announced Wednesday the launch of Women’s Sports Zone, a new centralized hub that makes it easier for users to search, discover and stream women’s sports programming, from live games, matches and events to on-demand and free content. Women’s Sports Zone will provide games from the National Women’s Soccer


Facial Recognition Used to Evict Single Mother for Taking Night Classes
100+Futurism / 6h
Local officials across the US are using surveillance cameras equipped with facial recognition technology to "punish and evict public housing residents" — often for minor or even trivial offenses — The Washington Post reports . Per the paper's reporting, the cameras have overwhelmingly been purchased through US Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) crime-fighting grants under the narra


noelcollection : The Noel Collection has recently acquired a volume of the Lady’s Magazine containing the issues from J...
Music, Arts & Literature / 6h
noelcollection : The Noel Collection has recently acquired a volume of the Lady’s Magazine containing the issues from Jan. 1790 to Jan. 1791! We hope you enjoy the calligraphic inscription of a previous owner as well as some highlights from the May 1790 issue. Keep reading


New 3D Scans Show the Titanic in All Its Sunken Glory
500+Gizmodo / 6h
The RMS Titanic struck an iceberg on its maiden voyage and sunk to the bottom of the Northern Atlantic Ocean in April 1912, killing more than 1,500 passengers and crew. Now, researchers have gotten an unprecedented look at the entire ship on the seafloor, by creating a digital scan of the wreck from hundreds of… Read more...


This Site Teaches You How to Build Weird Crap in ‘Tears of the Kingdom’
Lifehacker / 6h
There is so much to do in The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom , but you don’t have to do any of it if you’d rather just fuck around and make weird shit. And certainly many players are coming up with amazing contraptions using the game’s in-depth crafting and physics systems. Read more...


Solidigm's 15TB SSD is cheapest big drive but it won't fit your PC
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 6h
The biggest issue with QLC-based SSD, especially in the world of hyperscalers, is endurance, the ability of a storage device to withstand humongously large amounts of writes. Measured in DWPD (drives written per day), it is the baseline by which all enterprise SSD are measured. Solidigm launched a new drive, the D5-P5430, which is available in capacities ranging from 3.84TB to 30.72TB and aims to


Is your phone unlocking itself? It might have been hacked
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 6h
Cybercriminals can unlock certain smartphones from a distance, without needing to install any particular malware on the target endpoint, reports have claimed. Researchers from NordVPN have outlined the method, which includes sending electromagnetic signals to the device and using them to simulate different gestures, such as swiping, tapping, and similar. The scheme, called GhostTouch, was discove


Man allegedly stole entire source code of Apple's self-driving project
200+Mashable / 6h
A former Apple engineer has been charged with stealing trade secrets, specifically concerning the company's work to develop self-driving cars . The U.S. Attorney's Office for the Northern District of California announced on Tuesday that software engineer Weibao Wang has been indicted by a federal grand jury. Though the case was only made public this Tuesday, the investigation into Wang began back



'The Clearing' review: You don't want to miss this terrifying, totally binge-worthy thriller
Mashable / 6h
You're going to want to add The Clearing to your watch list. Based on J.P. Pomare's bestselling novel In the Clearing , Hulu's new eight-part psychological thriller tosses you into the nightmarish underbelly of a mysterious cult residing in Australia. Led by a ruthless matriarch known as Matriah (Miranda Otto), The Clearing 's cult — the "Kindred Mission" — aims to cultivate a perfect new generat


Amazon Echo Lineup Expands With Next-Gen Buds, Pop, And Show 5
SlashGear / 6h
Expanding on its Echo lineup, Amazon has introduced new smart home speakers with updated processing power, as well as very affordable wireless Echo Buds


Beats Studio Buds+ Review: A Snug-Fitting Sweet Spot For ANC Earbuds
SlashGear / 6h
A new pair of Beats Studio Buds+ make an interesting new value proposition with ANC, extra-long battery life, low price, and semi-transparent casings.


Beats Studio Buds+ Put Upgraded ANC In A Cool Transparent Case
SlashGear / 6h
Apple has revealed its latest version of the Beats Studio Buds. In addition to big feature upgrades, buyers also get two new color options with the Plus model.


Sony's next PlayStation Showcase will take place on May 24th
Engadget / 6h
Sony is set to kick off a busy spell of gaming events as it will host a PlayStation Showcase next week. You'll be able to watch the stream at 4PM ET on May 24th on YouTube and Twitch . The company says the showcase will run for just over an hour and it will focus on PS5 and PS VR2 games. Expect to see first-party titles as well as games from third-party partners and indie studios. As for the spec


Breeze First Class Rebranded As Breeze Ascent
54One Mile at a Time / 6h
US ultra low cost carrier Breeze Airways, which was founded by David Neeleman (also the founder of JetBlue), is celebrating its second anniversary. The airline has just announced that it’s rebranding its first class seating option, though there aren’t many implications beyond a new name. The basics of Breeze Airways first class seating Breeze Airways is an ultra low cost carrier that primarily op


Amazon launches cool new Echo Pop mini Alexa speaker, and updates Echo Show 5
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 6h
Amazon has announced that it's launching a new-look smart speaker called the Echo Pop, along with a new version of the Echo Show 5 smart screen, plus an Echo Show 5 Kids version for the first time. The Echo Pop is the most interesting new device, launching at $40 / £45 (around AU$84), with a "semi-sphere form factor", as Amazon describes it. It looks like someone chopped the Echo Dot (5th Gen) in


The Beats Studio Buds + Are Apple's Best Wireless Headphones Bargain
Gizmodo / 7h
Two years ago, the Apple-owned Beats brand delivered an affordable alternative to the AirPods Pro that swapped the stem design for a smaller earbud that many users found more comfortable. It also boasted support for Android devices at a price point that was $100 cheaper. The new Beats Studio Buds + are an answer to… Read more...


1Password’s Passkey Support Has Arrived
How-To Geek / 7h
Many think of passkeys as the future of online authentication. Someone else knowing your password can be catastrophic to your online life, and while two-factor authentication helps, there are ways to secure yourself even further. Now, one of the main password managers is supporting passkeys. Read This Article on How-To Geek ›


Beats Studio Buds+ Review: Eager to Please
How-To Geek / 7h
Beats’ original Studio Buds are among my favorites from the brand, offering stylized minimalism that’s equally convenient for both Android and iPhone users. The Beats Studio Buds+ build on that formula to keep up with the market, with improved noise canceling and features for a modest price increase. Read This Article on Review Geek ›


Apple’s Beats Studio Buds+ Are Built for iPhone & Android
How-To Geek / 7h
When thinking about Apple-made earbuds and headphones, AirPods might come to mind. Beats is still alive as an Apple brand, though, and now there’s a new Beats Studio Buds+. Read This Article on How-To Geek ›


Beats Studio Buds+ Arrive With Better Sound and Battery for $169
How-To Geek / 7h
Just as rumors and leaks suggested, Apple announced its new and improved Beats Studio Buds+ today with a slew of improvements for only $169. We’re getting vastly improved noise-cancellation, audio fidelity, battery life, and a fun new transparent color option. Read This Article on Review Geek ›


Disney+ changes up its release model, plans to launch all ‘Echo’ episodes at once
TechCrunch / 7h
President of Marvel Studios Kevin Feige took to the Disney Upfront stage Tuesday to announce that Marvel’s new Disney+ show, “ Echo ,” is getting a binge release — a first for an MCU series. Disney+ will drop all Season 1 episodes on November 29. The “Hawkeye” spinoff stars Alaqua Cox as Maya Lopez, a deaf Native American character who has photographic reflexes. She is the adoptive daughter of su


In a more conservative venture capital market, will big tech step up?
TechCrunch / 7h
Hello, and welcome back to Equity , a podcast about the business of startups, where we unpack the numbers and nuance behind the headlines. This is our Wednesday show, where we usually focus on one person — but today, we’re talking to two people! — think about their work and unpack the rest. This week, Alex spoke with Hans Yang , GM of Microsoft for Startups, and Tom Davis , senior director of Mic


Amazon undercuts the Echo Dot with the $40 Echo Pop
TechCrunch / 7h
You know the old saying: If you don’t like Amazon Echo’s form factors, just wait a few minutes. The company has seemingly attempted everything when it comes to getting Alexa into more homes. Some stood the test of time, while others have been lost to the sands of time. Remember the Amazon Tap ? The Echo Look ? What about the Echo Spot (I really liked that one), Plus and Loop ? (I write about this


Amazon refreshes its Echo lineup, adds a Wi-Fi extender and smart speaker combo, Echo Pop
TechCrunch / 7h
After last fall’s Amazon hardware event , which brought us a handful of new Echo devices, like the Dot with the clock and other minor updates, Amazon today is rolling out a broader refresh of its Echo lineup, which includes a new form factor with the arrival of the Echo Pop . While the current Dot is more of a rounded, bubble-shaped Echo, the Pop is a semi-circle and comes in teen-friendly colors


Beats launches $169 Studio Buds + with a transparent option
TechCrunch / 7h
Want to get to know a pair of earbuds? Go on a run. A long, sweaty one. One of two things will happen: either you’ll spend half the time fumbling with them or you’ll forget you ever put them in. I realize not everyone can or does run (some mornings I feel like I’m electively grounding down my knee cartilage for fun), so hopefully you have your own method. A good athletic lifestyle pair will simpl


How to Evolve From a ‘Jellyfish’ Parent to a ‘Dolphin’ Parent (and Why You Should)
Lifehacker / 7h
The zoo or aquarium is supposed to be a place for children to learn more about the natural world. But over the last few years, the creatures that reside in these sanctuaries have inspired the names of several parenting styles, with tigers, jellyfish, and dolphins dominating the kingdom. Read more...


‘The Points Guy’ Takes Stake In Credit Card Company
View from the Wing / 7h
A Cardless co-founder was a TPG intern 7 years ago , so the relationship isn't surprising. Still, this strikes me for two reasons. Continue reading ...


Amazon's redesigned Echo Buds are only $50
Engadget / 7h
Amazon has two generations of Alexa-friendly Echo Buds under its belt, and today it's introducing a third. The new model has been completely redesigned from the first two with an AirPods-like stickbud aesthetic many companies have adopted over the years. There are other changes too, but perhaps the most interesting one is what Amazon has done with the price. While the first two versions ranged fr



Beats Studio Buds + review: A little bit better in every way
Engadget / 7h
An Amazon listing may have spilled the beans early , but today Beats is officially debuting its latest true wireless earbuds. That premature appearance was mostly accurate: the Studio Buds + have a familiar design with loads of improvements on the inside. Those upgrades include better battery life, retooled call performance and updated noise cancellation. There’s also a new transparent design opt


Amazon's 2023 Echo Show is faster and offers improved audio
Engadget / 7h
Amazon updated the standard and Kids variants of the Echo Show 5 in its string of Alexa hardware announcements today. The new model is faster and sounds better, but it otherwise could be mistaken for the previous version . The Echo Show 5 has a nearly (or exactly) identical design to the last generation model, including a 5.5-inch screen for watching the news, video-chatting or seeing who's at yo


Amazon unveils the $40 Echo Pop, a semi-spherical smart speaker
Engadget / 7h
Amazon updated its Echo speaker lineup today, including a new $40 model with a semi-spherical design, the Echo Pop. Additionally, Echo Auto is coming to more countries. The Echo Pop is Amazon’s newest entry-level Alexa-powered device. Its half-globe design uses a front-facing speaker with “full sound,” although it sounds like it will be a better fit for small spaces like dorm rooms where you only


Apple M3 chip rumors shouldn’t put you off buying an M2 Pro MacBook
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 7h
With Apple’s WWDC 2023 event on the horizon, there’s been a flurry of rumors around a new M3 chip that will likely power the next generation of Macs and MacBooks . But, if you’re thinking about buying a current MacBook or MacBook Pro, I wouldn’t let those rumors put you off. The M3 chip is pretty much guaranteed at some point due to the success of the M1 chip and the critical acclaim that followe


Amazon Echo News (2023): Echo Show 5, Echo Buds, Echo Pop
28Wired / 7h
The four new smart home gadgets—headphones, speakers, and smart displays—extend Alexa’s reach. Most of the lineup works with the new Matter standard too.


United Gateway Card review: No-annual-fee card that earns United miles
The Points Guy / 7h
United Gateway Card overview The United Gateway Card is a no-annual-fee airline credit card, ideal for those looking to dip their toes in the United MileagePlus program. Earning 2 miles per dollar on United, gas station and local transit and commuting purchases, both beginners or casual travelers can boost their stash of United miles with this card. Card Rating*: ⭐⭐⭐ *Card Rating is based on the


OpenAI CEO to Congress: Please Regulate Me, Daddy
51Futurism / 7h
Holding the Line OpenAI CEO Sam Altman is practically begging for government regulation of AI — before it's too late. As the Financial Times reports , Altman told a Senate subcommittee on Tuesday that regulators should create "guidelines about what's expected in terms of disclosure" for companies like OpenAI. Altman also invoked next year's presidential election, arguing that AI may be able to sw


Tom Cruise drives a motorcycle off a cliff in 'Mission: Impossible — Dead Reckoning Part One' trailer
Mashable / 7h
The high-stakes thrills of the Mission: Impossible franchise are back, and by the looks of the trailer for Dead Reckoning Part One , these movies are upping the stakes. SEE ALSO: 50 films we can't wait to see this summer Ethan Hunt ( Tom Cruise ) and his team are back, and this time they're on the trail of a new weapon that could potentially threaten all of humanity. Based on our new supervillain


Eero mesh WiFi routers are up to 50 percent off right now
Engadget / 7h
This is a good time to buy a mesh router if you want to boost your WiFi network's coverage at a low price. Amazon is running a sale with steep discounts on previous-generation Eero routers. Most notably, an Eero Pro is available for $80 , or half its usual price — a bargain if you're looking for a tri-band system. You can also buy a three-pack of standard dual-band routers for $130 , or 24 percen


Cool: Atlantic Airways’ Faroe Islands To New York Flight
1KOne Mile at a Time / 7h
Back in late March, Atlantic Airways announced plans to fly to the United States, though in a very limited capacity. The airline has now put these flights on sale, so I wanted to look at the schedule and fares. Atlantic Airways & the Faroe Islands First for some background, the Faroe Islands are located East of Iceland and North of the UK. The destination has been on my bucket list for a long tim


Windows 11 update causes troubles to VPN users
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 7h
Some Windows VPN users are lamenting drop in performances after installing a recent Windows 11 update. Released on May 9 and officially known as KB5026372, the update was supposed to bring some improvements to last year's OS version 22H2. However, customers are experiencing a drastic drop in VPN speeds after installation, especially over L2TP/IPsec connections. Besides issues with VPN services ,


The Five Nights at Freddy's film trailer is here – and fans have one big criticism
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 7h
The first teaser for the Five Night at Freddy's movie has landed online – and, surprisingly, it looks really good. After years languishing in development hell, Universal and Blumhouse Productions' live-action film adaptation is finally ready to be shared with the world. And, the flick seems like it'll be worth watching when it arrives in late October. Clearly, a lot of love, care, and detail has


Micron unveils SCM-lite SSD - A third of the performance, a fifth of the cost
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 7h
Micron unveiled two SSD s yesterday: the first was the Micron 6500 ION and the second is the XTR, which complements the former and aims at providing, in Micron’s words, an affordable alternative to “expensive” storage class memory (SCM) SSD. Micron is clearly aiming at its former partner, Intel, and its now defunct Optane technology which used 3D X-Point which was developed in partnership with Mi


NASA’s Artemis program may face a budget crunch as costs continue to rise
Ars Technica - All content / 7h
Enlarge / The launch of Artemis I was a tremendous success for NASA. But what comes next? (credit: NASA) The Artemis program to return humans to the Moon has an aura of inevitability now, with broad political support, robust international participation, and a successful first mission—Artemis I—under its belt. Perhaps most critically, for Artemis, is that in a rare show of bipartisanship, both Rep


Elon Musk doubles-down on Tesla robotaxis in TV interview
26Ars Technica - All content / 7h
Enlarge / The Tesla Cybertruck during a tour of the Elkhorn Battery Energy Storage System in Moss Landing, California, on Monday, June 6, 2022. This week, Musk said that it would go into production this year, with an annual rate of between 250,000-500,000 vehicles. (credit: Nic Coury/Bloomberg via Getty Images) On Tuesday afternoon, after the close of the stock market, Tesla held its annual meeti


Dealmaster: Savings on tech gift ideas for dads and grads
Ars Technica - All content / 7h
From discounts on a new TV to deals on smart grills, our latest Dealmaster is curated to help Arsians kick off the summer. And with June quickly approaching, if you're not shopping for yourself this time around, the tech we've included in our list would also make for fun, thoughtful gifts for the dad or grad in your life. TVs and screens Samsung Neo QLED 4K QN95B. (credit: Samsung) Samsung 75-inc


Bumblebees Are Working Even Harder Than We Thought
Gizmodo / 7h
Bumblebees are fuzzy, rotund, and indisputably adorable. They’re also secretly swole. The insects can cart around loads up to 80% of their body weight during foraging flights, and new research demonstrates that doing so probably isn’t easy. Read more...


This Week's 'Black Moon' Will Help You See Other Planets
43Lifehacker / 7h
This Friday, May 19, a rare “black moon” will rise in the nighttime sky, signaling the start of a new age when bloodshed and chaos will reign upon the Earth. OK, the part about “bloodshed and chaos” probably isn’t true, but the black moon is still a neat astronomical rarity, and its presence makes this Friday a… Read more...


I’m 74 and just got my first new credit card (and big bonus) in years — here’s why
43The Points Guy / 7h
A pleasant but persistent voice followed me around for the last couple of weeks, saying, “You really should apply.” It was reminiscent of the scene in “Field of Dreams,” where Kevin Costner’s character keeps hearing a voice admonishing him to “build it and they will come.” After multiple encounters with this persistent suggestion, I decided this 74-year-old had sat on the sidelines long enough —


Dyson Zone Review: Air-Purifying Headphones Are Overpriced and Embarrassing
36Wired / 7h
You can finally buy this bizarre, head-mounted contraption, but for pity’s sake, don’t.



To hire your first startup employee, begin with a list of 1,500 people
39TechCrunch / 7h
The best way to hire someone for your startup is through your own network, but even the most well-connected startup founder will find themselves tapped out pretty quickly. So what is a founder to do if they want to find a good candidate? Recruiting firms can be really good at finding candidates if you have a very clear picture of what you need and a tight job requisition. For early-stage founders


Time’s up for Elizabeth Holmes
300+TechCrunch / 7h
After years of high-profile court proceedings, Elizabeth Holmes could actually be headed to prison. For real this time. The former Theranos founder and CEO was found guilty of defrauding investors last January, but has consistently delayed and appealed her sentencing to remain out of incarceration. Though the infamous biotech entrepreneur is still appealing her 11-year sentence, a panel of Ninth


Micron’s new 30.72TB SSD could trigger huge price drop amongst big QLC SSDs
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 7h
Micron unveiled the first 200+ layer NAND data center NVMe SSD , the 6500 Ion as it looks to strengthen its presence in the booming hyperscale storage market. The company says its new SSD is better value than similarly priced QLC (quad-layer cell) competitors (like the Solidigm D5-P5316 ) because it uses TLC (triple-layer cell) that’s as price competitive with QLC but also offer better performanc


Microsoft Azure accounts hit with phishing attacks to hijack virtual machines
2 TTPs•
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 7h
Cybersecurity researchers from Mandiant have uncovered a hacking collective with extensive knowledge of the Azure environment, using phishing and SIM-swapping techniques to infiltrate virtual machines and exfiltrate sensitive data. In its report , Mandiant says it is tracking the group as “UNC3944”, claiming it’s been active since at least May 2022. First, the group would run SMS phishing attacks


When You Should Consider Buying a Fixer-Upper (and When You Definitely Shouldn't)
Lifehacker / 7h
Fixer-uppers may typically be considered the domain of house flippers, but prospective homeowners are also getting into the game of buying and restoring properties in need of TLC . Read more...


11 things you should never buy on a cruise ship (or in port)
400+The Points Guy / 7h
Editor’s note: This is a recurring post, regularly updated with new information and offers. Onboard cruise ship shops can be useful, although they’re generally over-priced. They carry items you may have left at home and find you need. Even the best packer has their suitcase lost by an airline occasionally. They sell dresses and fancy shirts for the people who show up and then realize that formal


Register for upcoming TechCrunch Live events right here
TechCrunch / 7h
TechCrunch Live has had a huge 2023. We’ve had some of the best founders and investors speaking to current issues facing startups in nearly every industry. We’ve had talks on how to find a co-founder with Tanis Jorge and how to manage employees’ wellbeing with Arianna Huffington . Christina Cacioppo spoke on Vanta , her security and compliance firm, and Brynne Rojas spoke on the differences in ru


Disrupt 2023 Audience Choice voting ends today
34TechCrunch / 7h
Today is last day to cast your vote for Audience Choice roundtables and breakouts at Disrupt 2023. Voting ends at 11:59pm PDT tonight. You pick the sessions you want at TechCrunch Disrupt 2023 Specifically, you help decide which of the 17 roundtable discussions and 15 breakout sessions will earn a spot on the Disrupt agenda. The 10 speakers — in each category — who receive the most votes will pre


Instagram starts supporting GIFs in comments and collaborators in broadcast channels
TechCrunch / 7h
On Tuesday, Mark Zuckerberg held a chat with Instagram head Adam Mosseri as part of the company launching collaboration feature on broadcast channels. This means users with broadcast channels can invite other creators or fans to have conversations with them. Introducing Collaborators in @instagram broadcast channels — you can now invite other creators or fans to collab on messages in your channel


India introduces a $2B program to boost local IT hardware production
TechCrunch / 7h
India wants to be a bigger player in the global hardware manufacturing industry, and it sees a route to boosting local economies while doing so. Now, it’s putting some money where its mouth is. The country has announced a $2 billion program designed to promote and incentivize businesses locally building hardware like laptops, PCs, servers and related edge computing kit. On Wednesday, India’s IT m


The New Mission Impossible 7 Trailer Is Action-Packed to the Max
300+Gizmodo / 8h
Even before Top Gun: Maverick became the blockbuster it turned out to be, Paramount Pictures went all in on Mission: Impossible - Dead Reckoning Part 1. Every screen playing Maverick also had the trailer for Mission attached to it, meaning audiences have been waiting almost a year to see what Ethan Hunt is up to these… Read more...


The Next Big Holiday Fad Could Be These Digital Pets That Appear to Float in Mid-Air
200+Gizmodo / 8h
If you’re a parent of an impressionable child: be forewarned. Like the Hatchimals of holidays past, Spin Master’s new Bitzee digital pets could be another must-have but impossible-to-find holiday gift later this year. Their hook? They use a unique, hologram-like display technology that kids can actually reach out and … Read more...


Unistellar's New Smart Telescope Turns Anyone Into a Backyard Astrophotographer
100+Gizmodo / 8h
Unistellar’s automated eQuinox 2 is the latest addition to the growing family of smart telescopes, making it possible for backyard astronomers to easily capture clear views of space, even in severely light-polluted conditions. The cost may pose a barrier, as does the absence of an eyepiece, but on balance this… Read more...


Stability AI’s StableStudio Wants to Be the One-Stop-Shop for ‘Open Source’ AI
Gizmodo / 8h
Despite the expanding cost of Artificial Intelligence and increasingly business-minded implementation of AI , Stability AI has continued to hitch its car on the “open source” train, for better or worse. Now the company is expanding its offerings with a platform that’s supposed to host all its generative AI models. Read more...


Adobe’s new AI automates PDF accessibility tags
Engadget / 8h
Depending on who you ask, AI can be mesmerizing, terrifying or some combination of both. But Adobe’s accessibility-focused artificial intelligence is a use case that (I hope) any reasonable person can get behind. The company’s new Auto-Tag API can remove the tedium from making accessibility-friendly PDFs for people with disabilities. PDFs have built-in metadata providing structural information —


Roku launches the 'Women’s Sports Zone'
Engadget / 8h
It's no secret that, regardless of skill level, women's sports are broadcast and funded a whole lot less than men's sports. While serious structural shifts are needed to rectify this, small changes are always welcome. In that vein, Roku is launching the Women's Sports Zone, a hub for accessing live matches, alongside content like documentaries and movies that focus on women's sports , all in one


DSLR cameras are dead – even Hasselblad is switching to mirrorless
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 8h
It’s been said before, but now it feels real: the sun is setting on DSLRs. In fact, it’s twilight. I write this after news from a leading medium format supplier and Phase One partner Capture Integration , detailing that Hasselblad has discontinued its production of H System medium format DSLRs. In fact, all H System products are out of stock – cameras, lenses, battery grips – although Hasselblad


6 Linux Terminal Mistakes Beginners Make
How-To Geek / 8h
The Linux command line traces its family tree all the way back to 1969, and it’s still the most efficient way to perform certain tasks. Just make sure you avoid these common mistakes, if you’re just starting out. Read This Article on How-To Geek ›


Giveaway: Lumary Smart LED Outdoor Landscape Lights
How-To Geek / 8h
If you’ve ever wanted to add a bit of color to the outside of your home, this week, LifeSavvy is giving away Lumary Smart LED Outdoor Landscape Lights! Read This Article on LifeSavvy ›


Is Tea or Coffee Healthier?
How-To Geek / 8h
Tea and coffee, they’re both so good! But for those of us who like fueling our bodies with good foods and beverages, we may find ourselves wondering…is tea or coffee healthier? Read This Article on LifeSavvy ›



Alaska adds 2 new Orange County routes, grows to 7 nonstop routes at Southern California airport
45The Points Guy / 8h
Alaska Airlines is strengthening its position in Southern California with the addition of two new routes. The carrier will add service from John Wayne Airport (SNA) in Orange County to Tucson International Airport (TUS) and Bozeman Yellowstone International Airport (BZN) on Dec. 14, as seen in Cirium schedules and later confirmed by a carrier spokesperson. The new Tucson service will be operated


The Rimac Nevera EV Hypercar Just Set A Mind-Blowing Speed Record
SlashGear / 8h
The Rimac Nevera EV hypercar has set yet another speed record, as well as nearly two dozen other records related to its braking and acceleration performance.


Ripple acquires crypto custody startup Metaco for $250 million
42TechCrunch / 8h
Ripple has announced that it has acquired Metaco, a cryptocurrency custody company based in Switzerland, for $250 million in cash and Ripple equity. With this move, Ripple will expand its offerings as it will now be able to custody, issue and settle any type of tokenized asset. “Metaco is a proven leader in institutional digital asset custody with an exceptional executive bench and a truly unmatc


Here’s what I learned while leading a bootstrapped startup to $40M ARR
65TechCrunch / 8h
Mohannad Ali Contributor Mohannad Ali is the CEO of Hotjar , which provides product experience insights software to small and medium-sized businesses. Building a profitable business during a period of economic uncertainty is nothing short of intimidating. But contrary to popular belief, it’s not impossible. Bootstrapping a startup is one of the effective means of building a self-sustaining and su


Apply now to pitch at TechCrunch Live’s Atlanta pitch-off!
TechCrunch / 8h
Hey Atlanta founders! Apply now to pitch at TechCrunch Live’s Atlanta event . Next month, TechCrunch Live is shining a spotlight on the Atlanta tech ecosystem once again, in a special (but virtual) episode of TechCrunch Live taking place on June 7 at 11:00 am PT / 2:00 pm ET. TechCrunch has always received a warm welcome in Atlanta. Each time we come to town — in person or virtually — the region


Google Drive is making it easier to find exactly the files you need
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 8h
Google Drive is playing with a tweaked homepage, despite only recently rolling out an entire UX refresh under the Material You program. The official Google Drive Twitter account shared a view of the new ‘Home’ tab looks to have made its way to the sidebar, located above the ‘My Drive’ view which is currently the default entry point for most Drive users. Inside the ‘Home’ view, a pair of view butt


How to wank for hours
85Mashable / 8h
Edging isn’t too complicated. You’re just taking more time to slip down your slide instead of quickly cranking one out before the next Zoom call. Taking time to masturbate is a luxury — I get it. Work, relationships , social events, getting the car fixed, keeping the kids alive, and remembering to call mom can crowd your schedule so much that getting five minutes to debug your own hard drive is a


College Student Flies To Classes To Avoid High Rent In Bay Area
46One Mile at a Time / 8h
This is pretty remarkable. A college student spent an entire academic year living in Los Angeles while attending school in the Bay Area. And no, he wasn’t taking online classes, but rather attended all his classes in person, and didn’t even miss a single class. Student commutes from Los Angeles to the Bay Area As flagged by @zainman , a Reddit user shared his experience living in Los Angeles whil


Google's latest AI tackles long and costly drug discovery
Engadget / 8h
It can cost billions of dollars to develop drugs and a large percentage fail at the trial stage, so a number of companies are deploying AI to help in that area. Google's Cloud division is the latest to join that race with two new suites aimed at addressing drug discovery while advancing precision medicine, it announced . The Target and Lead Identification Suite aims to help drug companies better


The Download: unlocking Chinese social accounts, and AI voice analysis
MIT Technology Review / 8h
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. Inside Tencent’s weirdly secretive customer service center —Zeyi Yang When I recently visited China, for the first time since the pandemic, I traveled to Shenzhen in a bid to unlock my 15-year old Tencent social media account. I have tons of personal stuff—dia


Conservative Activist Candace Owens Got Hosed By British Airways
View from the Wing / 8h
Conservative media personality Candace Owens bought business class tickets to London for her family on British Airways. Her seats had no working power, so they wouldn't recline. Seat power didn't work to charge her devices. And the seatback entertainment screen didn't work either. The London-based carrier didn't tell her about the problem in advance. She discovered it on board when, apparently, i


Your Google Pixel phone could soon double as a very basic dash cam
21TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 9h
Google Pixel phones could soon get a built-in mode that helps them compete the best dash cams , albeit with some practical limitations. A new report from 9to5Google has discovered a hidden feature called 'Dashcam' in the Personal Safety app that's on Google Pixel phones and some other Android phones, including the Nothing Phone 1 . The site managed to take the new feature for a spin, finding that


How Seedcamp’s networked approach to Europe helped it secure new $180M fund
TechCrunch / 9h
European early-stage investor Seedcamp has announced the $180M close of its “Fund VI”. It’s a long way from a London university lecture hall 15 years ago in September , when Founding Partner and co-CEO Reshma Sohoni stood up and introduced the first Seedcamp cohort (Incidentally, this was the same day TechCrunch launched in Europe, and my first day as a full-time TC journalist ). Seedcamp’s Fund


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‘Ma’am, you can keep your liquids in your bag’ — Easier, faster security at Heathrow close to becoming a reality
92The Points Guy / 9h
Getting through security at London’s Heathrow Airport (LHR) has been notoriously cumbersome. In previous trips through Heathrow, I’ve encountered long lines, detailed security rules and common secondary inspections. I presumed this was just the price to pay for international travel. As it turns out, I wasn’t the only one with this experience and perception. In July 2022, it was reported that Heat


Spooked by ChatGPT, US Lawmakers Want to Create an AI Regulator
36Wired / 9h
At a congressional hearing senators from both parties and OpenAI CEO Sam Altman said a new federal agency was needed to protect people from AI gone bad.


Remote Workers of the World, Unite!
76Wired / 9h
Zoom did not set us free. But solidarity can strengthen the porous boundary between home and workplace.


Does Stretching Before Bed Help Sleep?
How-To Geek / 9h
Finding yourself tossing and turning in the night? A nighttime stretch routine might be exactly what you need to ease your body and your mind. Read This Article on LifeSavvy ›


10 Gboard Keyboard Features You Should Be Using on Android
How-To Geek / 9h
One of Android’s best features is the ability to use third-party keyboards, but Google’s own Gboard keyboard might be the best one—and the most popular. There are tons of features hidden inside Gboard to help improve your typing experience. Read This Article on How-To Geek ›



Insurtech bolttech gets $196M at $1.6B valuation from investors like MetLife
TechCrunch / 9h
Embedded insurtech is still hot , as the $196 million in funding landed by bolttech proves. The company, which started in Singapore but now has operations around the world, said it is now valued at $1.6 billion. The funding was led by Tokio Marine, Japan’s first insurance company, and life insurance leader MetLife through its subsidiary MetLife Next Gen Ventures. Other participants included new a


Good news, gamers: Nvidia and MediaTek are teaming up for new mobile GPUs
20TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 9h
Industry sources claim that MediaTek - a company best known for making processors used in phones and Chromebooks - has big plans with Nvidia, aiming to integrate an Nvidia GPU into a new flagship chip as early as next year. It’s been a tough year for Nvidia so far, so this move is interesting. If people aren’t buying desktop graphics cards at the rate Nvidia wants, a shift over to new mobile GPUs


The Morning After: Samsung is reportedly sourcing OLED TV panels from rival LG
Engadget / 9h
Samsung and LG have a long-running rivalry, both Korean corporations, both make TVs, speakers, freezers, toothpaste (maybe?) and the rest. It’s a frosty relationship, with many trade shows revealing new TV products from both companies with nigh-on identical specifications and sizes. So it’s a bit of a shock to hear from Reuters​ that Samsung has inked a deal with LG to buy its white OLED (WOLED)


France’s privacy watchdog eyes protection against data scraping in AI action plan
TechCrunch / 9h
France’s privacy watchdog, the CNIL, has published an action plan for artificial intelligence which gives a snapshot of where it will be focusing its attention, including on generative AI technologies like OpenAI’s ChatGPT, in the coming months and beyond. A dedicated Artificial Intelligence Service has been set up within the CNIL to work on scoping the tech and producing recommendations for “pri


Microsoft Teams is being hacked to crack Office 365 accounts - here's how to stay safe
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TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 9h
Researchers have discovered more ways to abuse Microsoft Teams to steal Office 365 user credentials by spreading malware , a new report has claimed. New Proofpoint findings have claimed hackers can abuse the Tabs feature, used to synchronize between Microsoft Teams and Calendar, and the Teams API, to deliver droppers, or phishing pages, to unsuspecting victims. The Tabs feature providers Teams us


Netflix expects the password sharing backlash to be so big, it's warning partners
100+TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 9h
With Netflix 's self-imposed deadline looming for its crackdown on people who share their password with friends or relatives who live elsewhere (it has said it expects this to be in place by the end of June), the company has started to warn some internet providers in the UK that they should expect angry calls and support questions soon. As reported by the Financial Times , Netflix is telling broa


Some older LG OLED TVs are getting a free upgrade and it’s long overdue
46TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 9h
If you own an LG TV from 2020, including the LG BX OLED , LG CX OLED or LG GX Gallery Series OLED , then a new software update is coming your way. As of May 17 2023, all 2020 LG TV models, including LCD TVs, will be able to update their operating system to have a full-screen home interface. The full-screen look resembles the company’s redesigned webOS 6 interface, which was introduced in 2021, an


The base iPhone 15 sounds like an iPhone 14 Pro but cheaper
26TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 9h
If you’re already rocking one of the best iPhones , we recently advised you to think twice about splashing the cash on the iPhone 15 Pro and instead wait for the iPhone 16 Pro – and now we’ve got some advice for prospective iPhone 14 Pro buyers. Apple’s latest flagship is indisputably one of the best phones money can buy in 2023, but at a base price of $999 / £1,099 / AU$1,749, it doesn’t come ch


Wyndham Rewards Selling Points For 25% Off
100+One Mile at a Time / 9h
Wyndham Rewards has just launched its latest promotion on purchased points, which some members might find to be worthwhile. Let’s go over the details. Promotion on purchased Wyndham Rewards points Through Tuesday, May 23, 2023, Wyndham Rewards is offering up to a 25% discount on purchased points . You can receive that discount as long as you purchase at least 3,000 points in one transaction. If y


Marvel's Echo TV show gets a Netflix-style release – and that's good and bad news
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 9h
Full spoilers follow for Hawkeye on Disney Plus. Echo , Marvel Studios' forthcoming Hawkeye spin-off series, has been handed a late 2023 launch date – and a Netflix-style release schedule. The Marvel Phase 5 TV show, which will launch exclusively on Disney Plus , will finally makes its small-screen debut on Wednesday, November 29, 2023. Marvel Studios President Kevin Feige made the announcement d


Brightline Expanding To Orlando In Summer 2023, Tickets Now On Sale
500+One Mile at a Time / 9h
While I’m a huge plane enthusiast, I can’t say that trains get me excited in the same way. However, as someone who lives in Florida, I do have an appreciation for Brightline, which is one of the coolest train services in the United States. Brightline’s much anticipated expansion to Orlando will be happening in the coming months. I first wrote about this a few weeks ago, but tickets have gone on s


Everyone on 'Succession' gives the worst gifts
30Mashable / 10h
Imagine waking up to a scorpion as a sweet morning-after present. Or maybe you bring in a birthday with a handwritten card from Dad, asking you to fuck off. Sounds hardcore right? Well, that’s how it’s done on Succession . Whether you're a Kendall babygirl , a Romuplus, or think Shiv is mother, standing by the Roy sibs — especially after Season 4's catastrophic episode 8 — often reflects murkily


I’m Done Waiting for Matter’s Smart Home Standard to Matter
How-To Geek / 10h
Matter was supposed to be transformative. I bought a house in early 2022 and decided to wait for Matter to launch and become widespread before I started investing in smart home gear. One year later, I’m done waiting. Read This Article on How-To Geek ›


Surprise, surprise - Elon Musk doesn't like people working from home
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 10h
Twitter and Tesla - or more specifically, Elon Musk - have been among the most vocal companies concerning a return to the office now that workers can once again engage ‘normally’ following the pandemic. Musk has spoken out (unfavorably) again about WFH, but not for the reason you may think. While many companies are battling with making the right decision, and workers are becoming increasingly dis


Apple's first VR headset might be pricey, but its next one could be much cheaper
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 10h
If you’ve been put off the upcoming Apple VR headset by the leaks and rumors suggesting it’ll be astronomically expensive, don’t fret, as it sounds like Apple could be launching a cheaper follow-up device. It’s all but certain that Apple will finally unveil its long-rumored VR headset at WWDC 2023 , but while reports suggest it’ll be a force to be reckoned with in the VR space it’ll come with one


These High-End Water Guns Aren’t for Kids
25Wired / 10h
Brands around the world are launching blasters with gaming modes, tactical display screens, and USB connectivity—all geared toward grown-ups.


California Truckers Brace for a Rule Mandating Electric Vehicles at Ports
30Wired / 10h
Starting in 2024, trucks bought for use in California ports and railyards must be zero emission—a move to cut pollution that is also vexing some operators.


How Humanity Can Avoid an AI Takeover
45Wired / 10h
We talk to MIT professor Daron Acemoglu about his book Power and Progress and unpack why making direct human-to-AI comparisons isn't necessarily helpful in determining our relationship with technology.


The True Cost of a Free Telly TV
46Wired / 10h
Telly TV tracks you and bombards you with ads on a dedicated second screen. It could help normalize smartphone-style surveillance in your living room.


Entro raises $6M to for its end-to-end secrets security solution
21TechCrunch / 10h
Entro , a Tel Aviv-based startup that is building a security platform that helps enterprises manage and protect their secrets like account credentials, certificates and API keys, today announced that it has raised a $6 million seed round led by StageOne Ventures and Hyperwise Ventures. A number of angel investors, including Trusteer and Transmit Security founders Rakesh Loonkar and Mickey Boodaei



'Yellowjackets': Here's what happens when you call Lottie's cult
39Mashable / 10h
Given what we know about Lottie (Simone Kessell), you probably wouldn't want to join her cult IRL. Sure, they might make and sell their own Sunshine Honey , but we're not sure about that blood altar . But from the safety of your own home, you can now do the next best thing. Yellowjackets Season 2, episode 7, "Burial", featured the grown-up gang reuniting in the present day and taking part in some


Inside Tencent’s weirdly secretive customer service center
44MIT Technology Review / 10h
China Report is MIT Technology Review’s newsletter about technology developments in China. Sign up to receive it in your inbox every Tuesday. It’s been a while. I just got back from several weeks in China. It was my first visit since the pandemic, and I noticed some changes: half the cars running on the streets of Shanghai are now powered by electricity; I had to scan my face to ride the high-spe


Theranos founder Elizabeth Holmes fails in bid to stay out of prison during appeal
Engadget / 10h
Theranos founder Elizabeth Holmes has failed to convince the court to let her stay out of prison while she's appealing her 11-year sentence . According to The Wall Street Journal , the US Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit said Holmes' appeal doesn't raise legal issues or questions that could impact the outcome of the case. Further, even if it does raise questions, they still wouldn't be enou


Apple says it blocked nearly two million malicious or insecure iOS apps last year
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 10h
Apple claims it rejected nearly 1.7 million submissions to its App Store in 2022, citing a failure to meet the company's “high standards for privacy, security, and content.” App submissions weren’t the only target for suspicious activity, though, with 428,000 developer accounts and an astonishing 282 million customer accounts also being pulled out for fraud and abuse. Currently, the platform host


Eagle Eye Networks and Brivo raise $192M in a joint round to boost cloud security business
66TechCrunch / 10h
Eagle Eye Networks and Brivo , two players in the world of physical cloud security — respectively video surveillance and access control systems to secure buildings and other physical spaces — are doubling down on their businesses… quite literally. The pair of U.S. companies — majority owned by the same individual, security entrepreneur Dean Drako — are today announcing that they have raised a lar


American Should Award Loyalty Points For Paid Upgrades
53One Mile at a Time / 11h
Am I the only one who finds it strange that American doesn’t count paid upgrades toward elite qualification? American doesn’t offer Loyalty Points for paid upgrades Major US airlines have done a much better job monetizing premium cabins in recent years, as they try to decrease the percentage of passengers sitting in first class via complimentary upgrades. While I’d say American isn’t quite as agg


CyberGhost VPN Review: Should You Become a Ghostie?
How-To Geek / 11h
CyberGhost is a VPN provider that’s been around for a while and has gone through several incarnations. Currently, it seems mainly focused on being a streaming-friendly VPN that offers long-term plans for decent money. I took it for a spin to see how it fares. Read This Article on How-To Geek ›


Want a new Google zip domain? It could be a serious security risk
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 11h
Google recently unveiled eight new top-level domains (TLDs) designed to inspire fathers (.dad), graduates (.prof, .phd, and .esq), and tech enthusiasts (.foo, .zip, .mov, and .nexus), but at least two of those present a significant cybersecurity risk, experts have warned. The TLDs in question - .zip and .mov - share their name with common file formats (ZIP archives and video files) that exist out


Windows 11 security bug fix debacle is seriously embarrassing for Microsoft
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 11h
Windows 11 has run into further problems with a security-related bug that’s scaring users and was supposed to have been fixed recently – but Microsoft has admitted that its cure failed to work, and it has been pulled. This one has a bit of a lengthy backstory, as it were, so buckle up and bear with us as we take you through it to give some context as to what’s happened here. Okay, so the bug in q


ChatGPT Scams Are Infiltrating Apple's App Store and Google Play
49Wired / 11h
An explosion of interest in OpenAI’s sophisticated chatbot means a proliferation of “fleeceware” apps that trick users with sneaky in-app subscriptions.


Deal alert: Tickets for new high-speed train from Miami to Orlando
500+The Points Guy / 11h
Tickets are now available for Brightline , the recently unveiled high-speed train connecting passengers between five cities in South Florida and Orlando International Airport (MCO). As of May 17, guests can purchase tickets for this summer through early 2024. Economy fares start at $79 for adults and $39 for children for travel from Miami to MCO. Deal basics CLINT HENDERSON/THE POINTS GUY Train:


Valve is the latest company to be sued by Immersion over its Steam Deck rumble tech
Engadget / 11h
Immersion Corporation has been suing companies over its rumble haptic technology since at least ( checks archives ) 2004, and now it has a new company in its sights. Immersion has accused Valve of infringing its patents with the Steam Deck handheld, the Valve Index VR platform, Steam VR software and games including Half-Life: Alyx , The Verge has reported. Immersion wants an injunction against Va


The Indiana Jones movies land on Disney Plus soon, just in time for Dial of Destiny
35TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 11h
The first four Indiana Jones films are coming to Disney Plus this month, just in time for fans to brush up on their series knowledge ahead of the new Indiana Jones: Dial of Destiny caper releasing on June 30 ( which we're really looking forward to, based on the trailer ). As of May 31, Disney Plus subscribers will be able to stream Raiders of the Lost Ark, Temple of Doom, Last Crusade, and Kingdo


Finally, Loki season 2 has conjured up a Disney Plus launch date
100+TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 11h
It's official, ladies and gentlemen: Loki season 2 has a confirmed release date on Disney Plus. The hugely popular TV show, which is the most-watched Marvel series to date on Disney Plus , will launch exclusively on the streaming service on Friday, October 6, 2023. Marvel President Kevin Feige made the *ahem* magical announcement during the studio's Upfronts presentation in New York on Tuesday (M


GM Concept Photos Show Off The Second-Gen Pontiac Fiero That Was Never Produced
SlashGear / 11h
The Pontiac Fiero was a sweet little two-seater that had a few issues that the second generation was set to fix. Here are some photos of the car that never was.


For Gen Z, Playing an Influencer on TikTok Comes Naturally
500+NYT > Technology / 12h
There’s stuff to promote now. The followers can come later.


Google pushes ahead with in-app billing policy in India, insists watchdog compliance
42TechCrunch / 12h
Google said on Wednesday that its Google Play’s payments policy is compliant with the Indian watchdog’s order and it is moving ahead with plans to enforce the policy in the South Asian market, weeks after some developers sought to suspend Google’s in-app billing fee system alleging it was not compliant with the watchdog’s directive. “In 2020, we clarified the requirements of our Payments policy a


Tiger Global-backed Axis launches digital payments platform for Egyptian SMEs months after its $8.25M seed
100+TechCrunch / 12h
Egyptian fintech Axis has launched its digital payments platform to the North African market after securing a license from the apex bank, Central Bank of Egypt (CBE), for its open-loop mobile wallet, axisPay, which offers a digital banking alternative for small businesses and their employees. This is coming almost 18 months after the startup received an $8.25 million seed investment co-led by Tig


Jia, a blockchain-based lender of small businesses in emerging markets, raises $4.3 million seed
100+TechCrunch / 12h
Jia, a blockchain-based fintech providing loans to micro and small businesses in emerging markets, has raised $4.3 million seed funding, and an additional $1 million commitment for on-chain liquidity, in a round led by early-stage backer TCG Crypto, with participation from a number of funds including BlockTower, Hashed Emergent, Saison Capital, and Global Coin Research. Angel investors Packy McCo


Look professional with this $50 AI-powered webcam color and image correction tool
Mashable / 12h
TL;DR: As of May 17, get the AI-powered FineCam Pro for only $49.99 — That's a 41% discount. The digital working world is making people spend more time in front of their screens and webcams. Love it or hate it, it’s likely here to stay. So, whether you’re a remote worker, entrepreneur, or online student, you might want to look your best on camera. Level up your videos or virtual meetings with Fin



This $25 retro-inspired gaming console comes preloaded with over 600 classic titles
Mashable / 12h
TL;DR: As of May 17, get this Retro-Inspired Game Console with 600 games for just $24.99 — A 10% discount. While there's a smattering of state-of-the-art gaming consoles that transport you into virtual worlds and deliver the most immersive experience possible, nothing beats the charm consoles of the past can provide. Virtually teleporting into another dimension with VR tech sure is exhilarating,


Light up any room in over 16 million colors with this $60 LED lamp
Mashable / 12h
TL;DR: As of May 17, get the Lamp Depot Minimalist LED Corner Floor Lamp for for $59.97 (or two for $114.97) — A 60% price drop. Jazzing up your living space and trying to achieve your inspo pics are limited by how far your wallet can bend. If you’ve been looking for an affordable way to give your place some new style, check out the Lamp Depot Minimalist LED Corner Floor Lamp. This remote-control


Charge 5 Apple devices at once with this $90 wireless charging station
Mashable / 12h
TL;DR: As of May 17, get the OMNIA 5-in-1 wireless charging station for only $89.99 — a 25% discount. As Apple continues to release new tech, you likely keep adding to your collection of cords and adapters to keep all of your