4 Ways to Add a Signature to a Microsoft Word Document
100+How-To Geek / 13h
Adding your signature to a Microsoft Word document is the ultimate way to personalize it as your own, especially for documents like letters or contracts. In this guide, I'll run through several ways to add a signature to a Word document.
Teslas Are Involved in More Fatal Accidents Than Any Other Brand, Study Finds
500+Gizmodo / 18h
The study cites data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
The Best Tools to Fight the Trolls on Bluesky
96LifeHacker / 12h
Great moderation tools are key to building a successful social media website, something the developers behind rising X (formerly Twitter) competitor Bluesky seem to understand. In particular, the Bluesky development team has spent a significant amount of time building strong anti-harassment features. If you're being brigaded by a bunch of trolls, or if someone is running a targeted harassment cam
ICYMI: the week's 7 biggest tech stories from Casio's smart ring watch to YouTube’s Spotify Wrapped
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 29min
Black Friday is almost here, and while we've been hard at work searching for the best Black Friday deals , we've still had time to cover all of the week's biggest tech news stories. If you've not had time to stay up to date, then fret not; we've gathered the seven most important stories here for you so you can get up to speed over the weekend and find out about the new Echo Show, the Casio smart
Conservationists turn to AI in battle to save red squirrels
BBC News / 50min
The tech is being used to automatically control the creatures' access to feeders at sites across the UK.
Total Wireless Black Friday Deals: Get 4 Free Phones
Wired / 1h
Switch to the Total 5G+ Unlimited plan at Total Wireless and reap the benefits—no coupon needed.
Visible Promo Code: Up to $240 Off Plans
Wired / 1h
This holiday season, save up to $10 a month when you switch to Visible and sign up for select plans using our coupon code.
DoorDash Promo Codes and Discounts: $0 Delivery in November
Wired / 1h
Sign up for an account at DoorDash to get free delivery on your first order—no promo code needed.
MIT researchers say nanoscale 3D transistors made from ultrathin semiconductor materials promise more efficient electronics; quantum mechanics offers a path beyond silicon limits
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 2h
MIT creates nanoscale transistors for efficient electronics Quantum tunneling delivers low-voltage, high-performance The technology has the potential to replace silicon MIT researchers have developed a nanoscale transistor that could potentially pave the way for electronics more efficient than silicon-based devices. Traditional silicon transistors, critical in most electronic devices, face a phys
Unlimited gaming: Gift a year of Xbox Game Pass Core for just £40
Mashable / 2h
TL;DR: This holiday season, you can gift 12 months of Xbox Game Pass Core for just £39.90 (reg. £47.88). Get online multiplayer action, a rotating game library, and stackable codes to purchase this deal for up to three years. Opens in a new window Credit: Retail King Xbox Game Pass Core: 12-Month Membership - Stackable [Digital Code] £39.90 at the Mashable Shop £47.88 Save £7.98 Looking for the p
How to watch Ireland vs. Fiji online for free
Mashable / 2h
TL;DR: Live stream Ireland vs. Fiji in the Autumn Nations Series for free on Virgin Media Player . Access this free streaming platform from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN . The Autumn Nations Series has been a mixed bag for Ireland this year. They suffered a disappointing defeat to the All Blacks in the first game of the series, but bounced back with a narrow victory over Argentina last we
How to watch Wales vs. South Africa online for free
Mashable / 2h
TL;DR: Live stream Wales vs. South Africa in the Autumn Nations Series for free on BBC iPlayer . Access this free streaming platform from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN . The Autumn Nations Series has been really entertaining this year, but Wales will want to forget all about it. Unfortunately for the struggling side, it doesn't exactly get any easier this weekend. South Africa are coming
How to watch Orlando Magic vs. Detroit Pistons online for free
Mashable / 2h
TL;DR: Live stream Orlando Magic vs. Detroit Pistons in the NBA for free on Ran.de . Access this free streaming platform from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN . The Detroit Pistons have surprised a lot of people in the early stages of the NBA season. They've made their best start in years, finally giving fans a reason to be hopeful. Of course, things could quickly derail after a few difficul
NYT Strands hints, answers for November 23
Mashable / 3h
If you're reading this, you're looking for a little help playing Strands , the New York Times ' elevated word-search game. Strands requires the player to perform a twist on the classic word search. Words can be made from linked letters — up, down, left, right, or diagonal, but words can also change direction, resulting in quirky shapes and patterns. Every single letter in the grid will be part of
Netflix removes AI art poster for Arcane after an outcry from creators
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 4h
Netflix has pulled a poster for season two of its popular show Arcane as fans noticed that AI had been used to make the promotional art. Arcane is made by Riot Games and French animation studio Fortiche for Netflix and is a critical darling for its visual artistry, combining digital and hand-drawn artwork. That's why a fan thought a weirdly shaped hand on a poster when the show is paused seemed o
NYT Connections Sports Edition today: Hints and answers for November 23
Mashable / 5h
Connections: Sports Edition is a new version of the popular New York Times word game that seeks to test the knowledge of sports fans. Like the original Connections , the game is all about finding the "common threads between words." And just like Wordle , Connections resets after midnight and each new set of words gets trickier and trickier—so we've served up some hints and tips to get you over th
Spies hack Wi-Fi networks in far-off land to launch attack on target next door
Valid Accounts (Enterprise T1078)•
Ars Technica - All content / 5h
One of 2024's coolest hacking tales occurred two years ago, but it wasn't revealed to the public until Friday at the Cyberwarcon conference in Arlington, Virginia. Hackers with ties to Fancy Bear—the spy agency operated by Russia’s GRU —broke into the network of a high-value target after first compromising a Wi-Fi-enabled device in a nearby building and using it to exploit compromised accounts on
Watch: Disney christened its new cruise ship with an eye-popping 1,000-plus drone show
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 7h
It’s still routine practice to christen a ship by cracking a bottle of the finest champagne along the bow, but for Disney’s latest cruise ship – the Treasure – a regular old bottle wouldn’t be enough. Instead, the Disney team anchored the Treasure in the Hudson River and did the christening very on-point by kicking things off with a 65-foot-tall bottle of champagne. No, it wasn’t a feat of wine-b
Black Friday Deal: 85% off Pure VPN's 5-year plans
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 7h
PureVPN has been delivering incredible VPN services since 2007. As a result of their products, users can enjoy freedom on the internet and access region-specific sites. One of PureVPN's unique features is that it lets users choose from four modes: Stream, Internet Freedom, Security/Privacy, and File Sharing. Each has its own dedicated servers, which guarantees faster speeds and smoother experienc
Finally, You Can Get a Fast OLED Gaming Monitor for Just $400
LifeHacker / 7h
Amazon has kicked off its Black Friday sales well before the day itself, but that isn’t stopping it from delivering some absolutely wild discounts. The AOC Agon PRO AG276QZD2 is one of these deals, and it's great for gamers with a discerning eye. It’s a 27-inch, 1440p gaming monitor that uses a 240Hz QD-OLED panel. When OLED technology hit the gaming monitor market just a few years ago, it was ve
NYT Connections hints today: Clues, answers for November 23
Mashable / 8h
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
Wordle today: Answer, hints for November 23
Mashable / 8h
Oh hey there! If you're here, it must be time for Wordle . As always, we're serving up our daily hints and tips to help you figure out today's answer. If you just want to be told today's word, you can jump to the bottom of this article for today's Wordle solution revealed. But if you'd rather solve it yourself, keep reading for some clues, tips, and strategies to assist you. SEE ALSO: Mahjong, Su
NYT Connections today — hints and answers for Saturday, November 23 (game #531)
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 8h
Good morning! Let's play Connections, the NYT's clever word game that challenges you to group answers in various categories. It can be tough, so read on if you need clues. What should you do once you've finished? Why, play some more word games of course. I've also got daily Wordle hints and answers , Strands hints and answers and Quordle hints and answers articles if you need help for those too.
NYT Strands today — hints, answers and spangram for Saturday, November 23 (game #265)
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 8h
Strands is the NYT's latest word game after the likes of Wordle, Spelling Bee and Connections – and it's great fun. It can be difficult, though, so read on for my Strands hints. Want more word-based fun? Then check out my Wordle today , NYT Connections today and Quordle today pages for hints and answers for those games. SPOILER WARNING: Information about NYT Strands today is below, so don't read
Quordle today – hints and answers for Saturday, November 23 (game #1034)
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 8h
Quordle was one of the original Wordle alternatives and is still going strong now more than 1,000 games later. It offers a genuine challenge, though, so read on if you need some Quordle hints today – or scroll down further for the answers. Enjoy playing word games? You can also check out my Wordle today , NYT Connections today and NYT Strands today pages for hints and answers for those puzzles. S
Disney Plus scores a Christmas slam-dunk with the first-ever animated basketball game
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 8h
This real-time animated NBA game is set for Christmas Day Sony's Beyond Sports tech will animate the players and the action in real-time Mickey, Minnie, and more will sit on the side of a court on 'Main Street USA' Holidays and sports have gone together for ages, and come Christmas Day, you might be more interested than ever before in the annual NBA game. Sure, the matchup between the San Antonio
The good, the bad, and the ugly behind the push for more smart displays
Ars Technica - All content / 8h
After a couple of years without much happening, smart displays are in the news again. Aside from smart TVs , consumer screens that connect to the Internet have never reached a mainstream audience. However, there seems to be a resurgence to make smart displays more popular. The approaches that some companies are taking are better than those of others, revealing a good, bad, and ugly side behind th
A Bunch of Great Laptops Are on Sale Before Black Friday
LifeHacker / 8h
Laptops are one of the most commonly discounted items on Black Friday, whether you prefer MacBooks, PC laptops, Chromebooks, or gaming machines. But though the big day is a week away, deals are already popping up across Amazon, Best Buy, retailer websites, and more. With prices cuts as hefty as $400 off on laptops packed with top-of-the-line specs and modern hardware, it’s a good idea to start wa
Black Friday Is the Best Time to Buy a PlayStation VR2
LifeHacker / 8h
I loved the original PlayStation VR. I picked one up during the peak of the pandemic (my first foray into VR gaming), and I was blown away. Instead of spending my nights inside my apartment's small living room, I was walking through villages in Skyrim , exploring planets in No Man's Sky , and platforming through creative terrains in Astro Bot Rescue Mission . I was such a fan of the original that
Apple's Best AirPods Are on Sale During Black Friday
LifeHacker / 8h
There are a lot of earbuds out there to choose from, but if you're as entrenched in the Apple ecosystem as I am, AirPods make a ton of sense. Apple, of course, designs it to be that way, but it helps that it makes some genuinely great earbuds. The second-gen AirPods Pro are especially great, albeit a bit expensive. That's why when they drop in price, like they have during Black Friday, it's a fan
Threads Is Trying to Make Itself More Like Bluesky
LifeHacker / 8h
Bluesky is certainly having a moment. The platform now has over 21 million users , and those users are active: posting, sharing, following new accounts , and creating starter packs for other users to join, too. Meta is, no doubt, seeing this success, and wants a piece of it for its similar platform, Threads. While Threads has way more users at the moment ( 275 million as of November ), the platfo
Sequoia marks up its 2020 fund by 25%
24TechCrunch / 8h
Sequoia says no exits, no problem. The Silicon Valley titan of venture marked up the value of its 2020 Sequoia Capital U.S. Venture XVII fund by 24.6% in June, at the end of a 12-month period, according to PitchBook, which ran analysis on data from the Regents of the University of California’s endowment. Sequoia’s markup […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.
Illumen Capital doubles down on supporting underrepresented funds
TechCrunch / 8h
Illumen Capital is doubling down on its support for fund managers and founders from underrepresented communities. The firm is an impact fund of funds that has previously supported ways to address racial bias in investing. Yesterday, the firm, founded by Daryn Dodson, announced the raise of a $32.75 million “Catalyst Fund “to once again support […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For perso
LinkedIn is killing the standalone live audio feature you probably forgot about
Engadget / 9h
Remember in the middle of the COVID-19 pandemic when live audio was suddenly everywhere? The trend was made popular by the briefly viral phenomenon Clubhouse before seemingly every other online platform copied the feature for themselves. Since then, live audio has become mostly a footnote to a weird time when we were all stuck at home at the same time with nothing to do and listening to hours-lon
Warhammer 40K Is Finally Updating Some of Its Oldest Models
Gizmodo / 9h
The ranks of the Aeldari are getting much needed reinforcements replacing 'current' miniatures that are *30 years old*.
AI Founder Promised Amazing Chatbot to Public Schools, Then Allegedly Spent the Money on a Lavish Wedding and Mansion
Futurism / 9h
AllFake After duping the Los Angeles school system into giving her gobs of money, the founder of an AI ed tech firm allegedly spent a lot of it on herself. As the LA Times reports, 33-year-old Joanna Smith-Griffin, the founder of an AI startup called AllHere, has been charged by federal prosecutors with identity theft and multiple counts of fraud after her alleged web of lies regarding her compan
Gilroy, former Coatue fintech head, and angel investor Rajaram launch VC firm
24TechCrunch / 9h
Michael Gilroy, a former head of fintech investments at Coatue, and Gokul Rajaram, a longtime tech executive and prolific angel investor, are forming a yet-to-be-named venture firm and plan to begin fundraising toward a $400 million to $500 million debut fund early next year, Bloomberg reported. The firm will invest in U.S.-based early-stage fintech and […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved.
25 gifts for travelers in 2024
35The Points Guy / 9h
Editor’s note: This is a recurring post, regularly updated with new information and offers. The holiday season is officially upon us, and that means it’s time to start thinking about gifts for your loved ones. Each year, we curate some of our top picks for the jet setters and road warriors on your list. This year’s guide includes 25 of our top picks for travel tech, luggage, gear and more. The TP
The Best Deals From Walmart's Black Friday Sale
LifeHacker / 9h
Early Black Friday deals are in full swing with retailers like Home Depot , Amazon , Target , and others officially starting their sales a week before the official shopping holiday. Walmart also has its own sale , and you can find some deals not offered at the other retailers that are worth checking out. You'll find deals on tech gadgets like AirPods, iPads, Xbox bundles, 100-inch Hisense TVs, So
The 10th Gen iPad Is an Absolute Steal at $250 Right Now
LifeHacker / 9h
Apple products can be pretty hard to score a good deal on, and you’ll often have to settle on a minor discount if you’re going to get a discount at all. But Amazon’s current sale on the 10th Generation iPad is markedly different. It’s combining an instant 20% discount and a $29.01 coupon to bring the price down to just $250 . Considering that the tablet was $449 when it launched, this new deal pr
I’m a Certified Personal Trainer, and These Are My Favorite Black Friday Deals on Fitness Equipment
LifeHacker / 9h
Black Friday is upon us—it's basically a whole season now, not just a day—and the deals are rolling in. I'll keep updating this post with the best bargains on fitness equipment, but I've already found a ton of deep discounts on spin bikes, adjustable dumbbells, and more. (It's also worth checking out the deals on Garmin watches if you're looking for something to track your workouts.) Deals on Pow
The Best Beauty and Self-Care Gifts on Sale During Black Friday
LifeHacker / 9h
Significant chunks of my time and money are spent on self care, which means that if I see a new product that promises to make me look or feel nicer—especially on a shopping holiday like Black Friday—I'm likely to add it directly to my cart. I have tested some true lemons, but I've also found a lot of success, which means I'm qualified to tell you what I think the self-care lovers in your life wil
Tour the new Hyundai Ioniq 9
TechCrunch / 9h
Emme Hall takes a closer look at the new Hyundai Ioniq 9, an all-electric three-row SUV. © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.
Earn $40 when you sign up for Rakuten, the shopping portal that keeps on giving back
The Points Guy / 9h
Savvy shoppers and fans of cash back, rejoice! Rakuten — a shopping portal that offers varying amounts of cash back across tons of retailers, both online and in person — is currently bursting with killer deals. If you’re new to Rakuten, use this referral link to sign up — you’ll get a $40 bonus when you spend $40, which is a solid offer considering Rakuten’s usual referral bonus nets you $30 inst
OpenAI is funding research into ‘AI morality’
22TechCrunch / 10h
OpenAI is funding academic research into algorithms that can predict humans’ moral judgements. In a filing with the IRS, OpenAI Inc., OpenAI’s nonprofit org, disclosed that it awarded a grant to Duke University researchers for a project titled “Research AI Morality.” Contacted for comment, an OpenAI spokesperson pointed to a press release indicating the award […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights res
Anthropic will use AWS AI chips after $4 billion Amazon investment
Engadget / 10h
Amazon is doubling its investment in Anthropic . The e-commerce giant will provide Anthropic with an additional $4 billion in funding on top of the $4 billion it committed last year. Although Amazon remains a minority investor, Anthropic has agreed to make Amazon Web Services (AWS) its “primary cloud and training partner.” Before today’s announcement, The Information had reported that Amazon want
Netflix Cracks Down on Discord to ID the Person Behind the ‘Worst Leak in Streaming History’
Gizmodo / 10h
Netflix issued Discord a subpoena asking the social platform to provide user information for suspects tied to its massive leak in August.
Early Black Friday Deals on Amazon Devices, Even Kindles (2024)
Wired / 10h
Black Friday deals on Amazon devices have started early. Even the brand-new Kindle lineup is on sale.
Checkmarked X Users Caught Promoting Sites That Sell Child Sex Abuse Videos
Futurism / 10h
Verified Horrible Verified accounts on Elon Musk's social media platform X-formerly-Twitter are promoting the sale of child sex abuse videos. As the BBC found , the identified accounts were using Saudi Arabic phrases and hashtags to link to websites that sell the appalling content. Other associated accounts even went as far as to upload child sex abuse material (CSAM) straight to the platform. It
You can now earn points with Bilt Rewards when buying a home
The Points Guy / 10h
TPG Brian Kelly is a Bilt advisor and investor. Most known for rewarding members on rent payments, Bilt Rewards is now offering homebuyers the opportunity to earn Bilt Points on new home purchases. These Bilt points can then be redeemed to book travel with airlines and hotels , purchase home decor, pay for fitness classes and more. So, how does Bilt’s new points-earning benefit work? Keep reading
This TV Is Priced at $69 For Black Friday, And it Is Ideal For 96% of People
Gizmodo / 10h
It's true that it's only a 32-inch TV with a 720p resolution, but it’s priced at just $69!
Y Combinator often backs startups that duplicate other YC companies, data shows — it’s not just AI code editors
22TechCrunch / 10h
An analysis of all nearly 5,000 companies YC has backed to date reveals a surprising truth: YC startups don’t have to be unique. Far from it. © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.
Quirky Luxury Or Questionable Choice? American Airlines Sends Stranded Passenger To $795/Night Drag Queen Motel
View from the Wing / 10h
Guests rave about the motel's themed rooms, such as “Atomic Bombshell” and “Malibu Barbara,” with an overall midcentury design and pink lighting. The heated pool is a favorite, and drag shows are a regular occurrence. Food though, like frozen pizza and nachos, is often criticized as overpriced and underwhelming and guests note peeling tiles and limescale on taps. Continue reading ...
Microsoft Edge Is Invading Your PC Games
How-To Geek / 10h
Microsoft is now previewing Game Assist, a new Microsoft Edge feature that lets you browse the web without navigating away from your games.
My Favorite Home Storage Items on Sale for Black Friday
LifeHacker / 10h
With this website as my pulpit, I preach about the value of an organized home and what, exactly, is required to achieve one. It typically boils down to using a rigid organizing system and investing in quality storage containers. I've said it before and I'll say it again: Store similar items together and have a designated space for everything. To do that, you need a variety of storage options, lik
The Best Tech Deals During Target's Black Friday Sale (So Far)
LifeHacker / 10h
Black Friday isn't officially until Nov. 29, but early Black Friday deals are already here, with retailers like Home Depot and Amazon officially starting their sales. Target is no exception: I scoured all of the best tech deals from Target's sale and made a list for you to make your life a bit easier. You can find deals on iPads, Garmins, TCL TVs, Bose and Beats headphones, and other products all
I Adore My Pixel 9 Pro, and It's $200 Off During Black Friday
LifeHacker / 10h
I am a Pixel loyalist, and have been since day one. As my colleagues Michelle Ehrhardt and David Nield have confirmed, the Pixel 9 in all its iterations (the Pixel 9 , The Pixel 9 Pro and the Pixel 9 Pro Fold ) are all exceptional. I opted for the Pixel 9 Pro, which is down to $799 from $999 during Black Friday—if you are in the market for a new phone, I say this is the one to get. Google Pixel 9
Six of the Best Movie ‘Director’s Cuts’ (and Five That Kinda Suck)
LifeHacker / 10h
If you see Gladiator II in theaters this weekend, don't fall too in love with it: As is typically the case with Ridley Scott films, we will have another version to look forward to when the sequel hits digital . The filmmaker certainly loves to tinker with his movies, and he's released post-theatrical "director's cuts" for almost all of them. Scott's films often have an expansive scope (and an acc
This Gigantic 85-Inch Sony 4K TV Drops Below $1,000, Black Friday Madness Is Here
Gizmodo / 10h
Keep in mind, this TV might not fit in every living room.
Protecting Your Online Privacy Has Never Been So Affordable With This Amazing Black Friday Deal
Gizmodo / 10h
Black Friday is next week, yet you can already get PIA VPN for just over $2/month. What are you waiting for?
Ted Cruz wants to overhaul $42B broadband program, nix low-cost requirement
20Ars Technica - All content / 10h
Emboldened by Donald Trump's election win, Republicans are seeking big changes to a $42.45 billion broadband deployment program. Their plan could delay distribution of government funding and remove or relax a requirement that ISPs accepting subsidies must offer low-cost Internet plans. US Senator Ted Cruz (R-Texas) today issued a press release titled, "Sen. Cruz Warns Biden-Harris NTIA: Big Chang
The E. Coli Carrot Outbreak Has Gotten Bigger
36Gizmodo / 10h
The list of carrot products recalled for potentially containing dangerous bacteria has expanded.
This Dyson’s Laser Vacuum Destroys Dust And Debris, And Amazon Has it on Sale For Black Friday
Gizmodo / 11h
It's one of Dyson's most powerful vacuums, and it comes equipped with a useful laser.
Donald Trump Is Already Ignoring Elon Musk's Suggestions
100+Futurism / 11h
Writing on the Wall These days, it feels like everyone's trying to figure out how long Elon Musk and Donald Trump's new bromance could possibly last. The latest datapoint, make of it what you will. The president-elect is already disregarding some of Musk's suggestions. "While I have offered my opinion on some cabinet candidates," Musk wrote on X-formerly-Twitter , "many selections occur without m
Controversial Windows Recall Feature Now Available for Testing
How-To Geek / 11h
Microsoft has released Recall in the Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26120.2415 for users in the Dev Channel. This is the first time Recall has been available for regular testers to try, following a bungled initial rollout.
Hyundai and Kia recall 208,000 EVs
20TechCrunch / 11h
Hyundai, Kia, and Genesis are recalling about 208,000 EVs in the United States due to an issue that could cause the vehicles to suddenly lose power, according to several filings with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. The recall was first reported by Reuters. The problem originates with the integrated charging control unit (ICCU), which […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved.
You can finally try Windows Recall, if you have a Copilot+ PC with a Snapdragon chip
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 11h
After many delays, Windows Insiders can now try out Recall Windows Recall was pushed back after privacy concerns, which are addressed You'll need a Snapdragon Copilot+ PC to give it a go Windows Recall feature’s long road to actually being rolled out is finally coming to an end – sort of. After several delays , all centered around some major security and privacy concerns around the feature that w
Amazon is investing billions in its favorite AI and it's not Alexa – yet
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 11h
Amazon just invested another $4B in Anthropic Most believe Claude will be Alexa AI's brains Why isn't Amazon sharing updates about its popular chatbot? Amazon Alexa's 10-year anniversary passed without fanfare and, in particular, without the major AI update we were promised in 2023 . Now, though, as Amazon invests over $4b (on top of a previous $4b +) in Claude AI maker Anthropic, the question be
Andrew Tate online university’ suffers breach: 800,000 users data exposed
33Mashable / 11h
Far-right influencer and self-described misogynist Andrew Tate has become the target of an anonymous hacktivist group. Sensitive data from hundreds of thousands of subscribers to Tate’s “online university” was stolen. On Thursday, hackers announced their breach of Tate's "The Real World" website by flooding the private members' chatroom with pro-feminist emojis and transgender pride flags, as fir
Why Skeleton Crew Brought a Kids’ Perspective to Star Wars
Gizmodo / 11h
It's been a long time coming, but Star Wars is ready for its youngest heroes' perspective on the galaxy far, far away.
Pro-Russian hacker group targets critical infrastructure and public services
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 11h
NoName057 continue DDoS attacks against Taiwanese targets Multiple sectors and critical infrastructure were hit by the attacks No significant disruption was noted, and many services were restored In an apparent escalation of recent cyber warfare, Taiwan’s government and major corporations have been targeted by a second wave of Distributed Denial of Service ( DDoS ) attacks by the pro-Russian hack
This is badass: Medieval Nubian Fashion Brought to Life. Click through to the link because there’s…
Music, Arts & Literature / 11h
sca-nerd : eyes-alight : once-a-polecat : ALT This is badass: Medieval Nubian Fashion Brought to Life . Click through to the link because there’s more replica clothing and it is all stunning! This is AMAZING.
The Best Black Friday Deals on KitchenAid Stand Mixers
LifeHacker / 11h
When it comes to kitchen appliances, my KitchenAid stand mixer is the one I use most during the holiday season. I’ve had mine for about 13 years now and it still whips, stirs, and kneads like barely a day has passed. They're an understandably tempting splurge for many home cooks, but that price tag makes it tough to pull the trigger. Well, Black Friday season is here to lay your worries to rest.
Three Reasons You Should Buy This Jackery Power Bank During Black Friday
LifeHacker / 11h
The Jackery 1000 is now down to $399 (from $799) , meaning it is a whopping 50% off, and I’m going to give you three reasons you should grab it before the Black Friday sale is over. I have looked at a lot of power banks, and I have tested eleven of them. Most of them are great, and the Jackery is no different. What I like about it as a brand is that it’s bright, colorful, there’s an emphasis on m
'PDF to Brainrot' Is Certainly One Way to Study
LifeHacker / 11h
Brainrot is taking over. The term describes the supposed widespread dumbing down of young people, caused by a generation spending every waking moment of their lives staring at screens that blast them with a firehouse of nonsense. The word also describes both the nigh-incomprehensible slang that has resulted ("skibidi," "huzz," "sigma," etc.), and a hypnotic genre of videos in which relaxing, repe
The US Is Calling Out Foreign Influence Campaigns Faster Than Ever
Wired / 11h
The 2024 elections were a high-water mark for naming and shaming threat actors from foreign governments. There’s still work to be done, though, on how to attribute disinformation campaigns most effectively.
Amazon Is Clearing Out Console Stock For Black Friday, The Xbox Series X Is at a Record Low Price
Gizmodo / 11h
Looking for the most powerful Xbox at a great price?
Creator of AI-Fueled Willy Wonka Disaster Forced to Register as a Sex Offender
Gizmodo / 11h
The creator of an infamous childrens' experience from earlier this year said all the drama "had taken a toll on his mental health."
YouTube's new AI tool will create backgrounds for your videos – so you don't have to clean up your place
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 12h
YouTube has augmented its Dream Screen AI tools for short-form videos. You can now use Dream Screen to generate video backgrounds for Shorts using text prompts. Up to now, Dream Screen made image backgrounds, but now it leverages Google DeepMind’s video-generation model, Veo to expand into videos as well. To set up a Dream Screen video background, you open the Shorts camera, tap the green screen
Disney confirms Muppet*Vision 3D closure at Hollywood Studios, but it’s not all bad news
The Points Guy / 12h
There’s “Muppet Mayhem” at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. The crowd erupted in cheers when Disney Experiences Chairman Josh D’Amaro took the stage at this summer’s D23, the Ultimate Disney Fan Event , to announce a new land themed to Disney and Pixar’s “Monsters, Inc.” was coming to Hollywood Studios. As soon as the cheers subsided, however, the questions started rolling in. Sure, it was exciting to
Amazon pours another $4B into Anthropic, OpenAI’s biggest rival
Ars Technica - All content / 12h
On Friday, Anthropic announced that Amazon has increased its investment in the AI startup by $4 billion, bringing its total stake to $8 billion while maintaining its minority investor position. Anthropic makes Claude , an AI assistant rival to OpenAI's ChatGPT . One reason behind the deal involves chips. The computing demands of training large AI models have made access to specialized processors
UK watchdog says Apple’s rules restrict iOS browser competition
Engadget / 12h
The UK’s Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has “provisionally concluded” that Apple’s restrictive mobile browser policies limit innovation. After an independent inquiry group shared its findings on browser competition on iOS and Android, the governing body’s board plans to conduct an in-depth assessment of how Apple and Google constrict third-party browsers on their platforms. However, Appl
Grimes Says Elon Musk’s Brutal Custody Battle Was Driving Her to Bankruptcy
500+Futurism / 12h
Break the Bank Elon Musk's most famous baby mama is once again speaking out about her difficult relationship with the billionaire. Claire "Grimes" Boucher, mother to three of Musk's 12 known children , wrote in a post on X-formerly-Twitter that her tumultuous custody battle with the 53-year-old nearly bankrupted her — the implication being that he basically wore her down until she acquiesced to a
Money for tech that matters
TechCrunch / 12h
Welcome to Startups Weekly — your weekly recap of everything you can’t miss from the world of startups. If you’d like to receive this newsletter in your inbox every Friday, sign up here! The week before Thanksgiving is typically busy with announcements of all sorts, but this week has been particularly interesting. Money was flowing to big problems, like defense, cybersecurity, and […] © 2024 Tech
Prime Visa limited-time welcome offer: Instant $200 Amazon gift card
The Points Guy / 12h
If you’re someone who orders pretty much everything from Amazon, you may consider joining the ranks of TPGers who have and love the Prime Visa . The Prime Visa is Amazon’s flagship credit card from Chase that is beloved by TPG staffers and readers alike thanks to its unmatched cash-back earnings on Amazon purchases. The Prime Visa has no annual fee, but it does require cardholders to have an acti
The Best Outdoor Smart Plugs of 2024
How-To Geek / 12h
Outdoor smart plugs offer a weatherproof solution for automating your yards electrical devices. These adapters allow you to control everything, from string lights and sprinklers to security cameras and pool pumps, giving you a smarter yard.
Fondo wants to mitigate the American accountant shortage with its AI bookkeeping service
TechCrunch / 12h
Despite all the talk of doom and gloom about the economy, entrepreneurship is actually on the rise in the U.S.: In 2024, an average of 430,000 new business applications were submitted every month, marking a 50% rise from 2019. But the number of accountants these new businesses will need to maintain their books, file taxes, […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.
These JBL Headphones Are Less Than $80 for Black Friday
LifeHacker / 12h
Available in black, blue, and white, the JBL Tune 770NC headphones (now $79.95, down from $129.95—their lowest price ever) feature large, cushioned ear cups and a padded headband that reportedly makes them easy to wear for long stretches. The controls on the right ear cup, including a multifunction button for activating voice assistant, are said to be responsive but might take some getting used t
LinkedIn co-founder Reid Hoffman warns against Elon Musk’s ‘conflict of interest’ in setting AI policies
23TechCrunch / 12h
Reid Hoffman, co-founder at LinkedIn and Inflection AI, shared his expectations for the incoming Trump administration in an opinion piece for the Financial Times. And while he appears hopeful that President-Elect Donald Trump could clear the way for more competition and faster innovation in the technology industry, Hoffman also expressed concerns around Trump providing certain […] © 2024 TechCrun
Amazon Has Cut The PSVR2 Price So Low That It Can’t Officially Display It On Its Website (42% Off)
Gizmodo / 12h
Amazon offers the PSVR 2 bundled with the game Horizon Call of the Mountain at a reduced price.
GTA III and Vice City are leaving Netflix's mobile games catalog next month
Engadget / 12h
Two Grand Theft Auto titles that helped Netflix's games division pick up steam are leaving the service next month. Grand Theft Auto III and Grand Theft Auto: Vice City won't be available through Netflix's library of mobile games after December 13. The Netflix app lists that as the "last day to play" both
