Retro cameras are so overhyped – here are three reasons why full-size mirrorless models are the better choice
67TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 22h
Retro cameras such as the Nikon Z fc and new Fujifilm X-T50 are all the rage, but should they be? They sure do look the part, but I'm here to say there's a better alternative: full-size mirrorless models. The stark contrast between the two types of camera design hit me recently when I was at Photo London, where all of the latest and greatest Nikon cameras were on display given Nikon sponsors the
MARS doubles down on India’s Infra.Market with new $50M investment
TechCrunch / 58min
Infra.Market, an Indian startup that helps construction and real estate firms procure materials, has raised $50M from MARS Unicorn Fund. © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.
Mix 'The Jinx' and 'Sesame Street,' and you get Benedict Cumberbatch's 'Eric'
Mashable / 40min
Why name a show Eric ? Not instantly evocative, the title of this Netflix drama proves a curiosity in its opening moments, wherein a young boy proudly watches his puppeteer father perform on a show that looks strikingly similar to Sesame Street . Friendly puppets sing a happy song. But no one here — neither the father, Vincent, nor his son, Edgar — nor any of the crew members who are quick to cur
Cloover wants to speed solar adoption by helping installers finance new sales
22TechCrunch / 2h
Small operations can lose customers by not offering financing, something the Berlin-based startup wants to change. © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.
Beckham scores Euros deal with China tech giant
38BBC News / 3h
The announcement comes as the Euros football tournament is due to kick off in Germany next month.
Adani looks to battle Reliance, Walmart in India’s e-commerce, payments race, report says
TechCrunch / 3h
India's Adani Group is in discussions to venture into digital payments and e-commerce, according to a report. © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.
Ledger starts shipping its high-end hardware crypto wallet
TechCrunch / 3h
Ledger, a French startup mostly known for its secure crypto hardware wallets, has started shipping new wallets nearly 18 months after announcing the latest Ledger Stax devices. The updated wallet features an E-Ink display and has been designed in partnership with Tony Fadell, one of the main designers behind the iPod. E-Ink technology is generally […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For p
Get a lifetime of piano lessons from an AI-powered app for under £94
Mashable / 3h
TL;DR : As of May 28, a lifetime subscription to Skoove Premium Piano Lessons is on sale for only £93.92, down from £938.47, with code ENJOY20 through May 31. That's a 93% discount. Opens in a new window Credit: Skoove Skoove Premium Piano Lessons: Lifetime Subscription £93.92 £938.47 Save £844.55 with code ENJOY20 Learning to play an instrument can be a challenging and rewarding experience. If y
'No one knows yet': Donut design could create quadrillion-transitor compute monster — analysts discuss unusual interconnection as Cerebras CEO acknowledges that we don't know what happens when multiple WSEs are connected
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 3h
Tri-Labs (comprised of three major US research institutions - the Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL), Sandia National Laboratories (SNL), and Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL)) has been working with AI firm Cerebras on a number of scientific problems, including breaking the molecular dynamics (MD) timescale barrier. There’s a paper explaining this particular challenge, which you ca
'Wordle' today: Here's the answer hints for May 28
Mashable / 5h
Oh hey there! If you're here, it must be time for Wordle . As always, we're serving up our daily hints and tips to help you figure out today's answer. If you just want to be told today's word, you can jump to the bottom of this article for May 28's Wordle solution revealed. But if you'd rather solve it yourself, keep reading for some clues, tips, and strategies to assist you. Where did Wordle com
NYT Connections today: See hints and answers for May 28
Mashable / 6h
Connections is the latest New York Times word game that's captured the public's attention. The game is all about finding the "common threads between words." And just like Wordle , Connections resets after midnight and each new set of words gets trickier and trickier—so we've served up some hints and tips to get you over the hurdle. If you just want to be told today's puzzle, you can jump to the e
Tackling water shortages with 'Star Wars' tech
21BBC News / 7h
'I thought why don’t we give it a try?' said student Swapnil Shrivastav, after inspiration struck.
XAI Raises $6 Billion to Compete With OpenAI
Next Big Future / 7h
XAI has raised $6 billion in a Series B funding round with participation from key investors including Valor Equity Partners, Vy Capital, Andreessen Horowitz, Sequoia Capital, Fidelity Management & Research Company, Prince Alwaleed Bin Talal and Kingdom Holding, amongst others. Elon Musk owns over half of xAI and xAI will be valued at about $24 ... Read more
From an overwater villa in the Maldives to a private island: 8 luxury hotels you can book with points
73The Points Guy / 7h
Editor’s note: This is a recurring post, regularly updated with new information and offers. There are many ways to redeem points for hotel stays. I usually redeem for good-value properties that I can book for relatively few points. Having hotel points opens up a whole world of possibilities and has allowed me to stay at some spectacular properties that I couldn’t — or at least wouldn’t — have boo
NYT Strands today — hints, answers and spangram for Tuesday, May 28 (game #86)
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 8h
Today's NYT Strands puzzle is an easy one, in my opinion, but this is the kind of game where individual episodes will tax some people more than others. Knowledge of the subject in question makes a big difference, so if you're struggling a little then read on for some hints. SPOILER WARNING: Information about NYT Strands today is below, so don't read on if you don't want to know the answers. NYT S
Quordle today – hints and answers for Tuesday, May 28 (game #855)
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 8h
Tuesday's Quordle is not too taxing within the realms of Quordle – which means it's potentially still quite difficult. I'm not sure any Quordle could be described as easy, frankly! If you get a little stuck, you'll find some hints below to help you out. S POILER WARNING: Information about Quordle today is below, so don't read on if you don't want to know the answers. Quordle today (game #855) - h
Late-Night Standoff At Motel 6 LAX As Garfield Cosplay Superfans Battle Over Double Booking
View from the Wing / 11h
Joey Clift, an Emmy-nominated TV writer and proud Garfield enthusiast, recently found himself in an unexpected standoff at the Motel 6 near Los Angeles International Airport. This late-night escapade, sparked by a love for the lasagna-loving cartoon cat, unfolded in a series of tweets on May 26. Continue reading ...
A new ransomware is hijacking Windows BitLocker to encrypt and steal files
Data Encrypted for Impact (Enterprise T1486)•
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 11h
Cybersecurity researchers have uncovered a new ransomware strain that abuses Windows BitLocker to lock victims out of their devices. As reported by BleepingComputer , Kaspersky dubbed the new ransomware ShrinkLocker because once it hits, it shrinks available non-boot partitions by 100 MB and creates new primary boot volumes of the same size. Then it uses BitLocker, a full disk encryption feature
Forget the Apple Watch, Here's Why I Love Cheap Smartwatches
How-To Geek / 11h
If you never tried out a smartwatch because they're far too expensive, maybe it's time to check out one of the budget offerings. In fact, not only are they more affordable, but I firmly believe that cheap smartwatches can be superior to more expensive models. Here's why.
Why the Sapphire Presents concert series should be on your bucket list this summer
The Points Guy / 11h
Editor’s note: TPG attended Sapphire Presents Odesza DJ Set at the Chicago Theatre as a guest of Chase. Chase cardholders can access music events in select cities throughout the year, including Sapphire Presents , a concert series hosted by Chase Experiences. Recently, I attended the Sapphire Presents Odesza DJ Set at the Chicago Theatre, which was exclusively available for Chase credit and debit
Hackers hijack Arc browser Windows launch with malvertising campaign
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 12h
Hackers are taking advantage of the Windows launch of Arc browser to trick victims into downloading malware . Arc is a relatively new internet browser , first launched for macOS in the summer of 2023 - and initial feedback from both media and the users was positive enough to prompt the release of a Windows version too. However, at the same time, unidentified hackers were creating websites with ty
7 reasons you might want the Amex Business Platinum Card instead of the Amex Platinum Card
The Points Guy / 12h
Editor’s note: This is a recurring post, regularly updated with new information and offers. The Business Platinum Card® from American Express is not only one of the best small-business cards , it’s one of the best cards for travel rewards in general. Cardmembers pay for all that excellence, though, since it charges a $695 annual fee (see rates and fees ). However, despite a plethora of valuable b
5 places where your dollars will go further right now
27The Points Guy / 12h
Editor’s note: This is a recurring post, regularly updated with new information and offers. Compared to many foreign currencies, the value of the U.S. dollar is currently strong. This creates an ideal situation for deal-hunting Americans hoping to travel internationally. Traveling while the U.S. dollar is strong means you can help support local economies while keeping your bank account happy. You
The Dragon Quest 3 HD-2D remake is coming to Switch, Xbox Series X/S, PS5 and PC
Engadget / 12h
Square Enix has largely kept its lips sealed about the Dragon Quest 3 HD-2D remake since announcing it three years ago, but the publisher has now revealed which platforms it's coming to. When it eventually arrives, you'll be able to play it on Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC (via Steam). Since Square Enix started using its distinctive HD-2D tech with Octopath Traveller , t
LG's 65-inch C3 OLED TV drops to a stunning price of $1,499.99 for Memorial Day
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 12h
This year's Memorial Day sales have arrived, and if you're looking to upgrade your TV to a gorgeous OLED display, you can't get much better than this deal at Best Buy. The retailer has LG's highly rated 65-inch C3 OLED TV on sale for an incredible $1,499.99 (it was $2,499.99). That's a whopping $1,000
