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Google leads takedown of massive XCPE malware botnet made of more than 1.3 million Android TV streaming boxes — and claims the items were intentionally set up for criminal access
Latest from TechRadar / 51min
Google leads efforts to dismantle 1.3 million device residential proxy botnet built through malware preinstalled on Android hardware Researchers say manufacturer Videostrong intentionally shipped malware and sold botnet access to cybercriminals Google seized infrastructure, blocked the company from Android certification, and strengthened device security checks Google has revealed its role in taki
Condor Plans To Open First-Ever Lounge At Frankfurt Airport Terminal 3
One Mile at a Time / 8min
Germany’s second largest airline, Condor, plans to open its own lounge for the first time ever. However, some more patience will be required, and details are also still quite limited. Condor moving to Frankfurt Terminal 3, plans its own lounges Earlier this year, we saw Frankfurt Airport (FRA) open its new Terminal 3 , which is the airport’s first new terminal in decades . We’ve already seen all
With the OMVI Series Now Complete, Reolink Delivers Its Most Comprehensive Security Lineup Yet
Gizmodo / 8min
From solar-powered convenience to 24MP panoramic monitoring, the award-winning OMVI Series delivers intelligent protection without monthly fees.
Beyond the hype: AI, not for AI’s sake
Latest from TechRadar / 8min
Business leaders, governments, and tech giants are locked in a high-stakes race for AI supremacy, fueled by debates over the destructive power of superintelligence. In this sort of arena, it’s essential that enterprises stay grounded and resist the urge to start a race of their own, deploying ever-larger models simply for the sake of it. In the context of enterprise AI, there is no prize for laun
ICE Is Inspiring Latinos to Vote in Historic Numbers
Wired / 17min
“I did a Latino community event [and said] we have to actually fucking vote to tell these motherfuckers to fuck off,” Nevada secretary of state Cisco Aguilar tells WIRED.
Wireless Android Auto was draining my Samsung phone’s battery: Here's how I fixed it
How-To Geek / 19min
A while ago, I heard about wireless Android Auto users experiencing unusual battery drain. I was skeptical at first, as I’ve never experienced it with my phone. However, recently, I used a newer vehicle with built-in wireless Android Auto and a different Android phone. As soon as I did, I noticed the problem and decided to investigate.
'Now is the time for employers to be open about what they track and why': Employees say more bosses are using tracking software — and want it to be publicly declared
Latest from TechRadar / 22min
Owl Labs argues that tracking workers' activities doesn't show how they're working 82% of workers believe employees should have to disclose the use of monitoring tools The biggest opportunity to improve productivity comes from upgrading hybrid meeting tech New research has claimed almost three in five (59%) UK workers say their company is using monitoring software to track their activity both acr
WD Red Pro 18TB NAS drive deal: This 4-star hard drive hits the sweet spot for storage expansion
Latest from TechRadar / 22min
We've always liked testing Western Digital's WD Red Pro line of NAS HDDs, which emphasize reliable for long-term storage. During reviews, we've found it difficult to argue with the resilience of this drive. For a limited time, the WD Red Pro 18TB hard drive is $700 (was $855) at Newegg when you use code BNWF49 . That equals almost 4 cents per GB. While not the cheapest high-capacity drive (especi
How “reverse game theory” could keep AI agents in check
MIT Technology Review / 36min
Rules over reasoning: Instead of trying to peer inside AI "brains" to ensure good behavior, a growing group of researchers wants to design incentive systems that make following the rules the most rational choice—regardless of what's actually happening under the hood. Catching AI playing dumb: One proposed trick involves rewarding models not just for test performance, but for how well their answer
The Endlessly Meme-able Steve Kornacki Is Not a Meme Person
Wired / 38min
NBC’s go-to data guru also isn’t quite sure what a subreddit is.
Jimmy Kimmel roasts Trumps last stand before the midterms
Mashable / 39min
The Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool has been an ongoing saga during Donald Trump's presidency, so it's somewhat fitting that he chose to make what Jimmy Kimmel refers to as his "last stand" before the midterm elections there. "Trump made his closing argument today. He chose to do that in front of his ill-fated Reflecting Pool, and where better to reassure the public that that they are in good ha
The perfect gift for dad: This ultra-stretchy Kenneth Cole button-up is down to $41.99
Mashable / 39min
TL;DR: As of Nov. 3, the Kenneth Cole Modern Fit Performance Shirt is on sale for $41.99 at Men's Wearhouse (down from $59.99). That's an $18 discount and a comfortable, high-tech holiday gift for dads. Opens in a new window Credit: Men's Wearhouse Kenneth Cole Modern Fit Performance Shirt $41.99 at Men's Wearhouse $59.99 Save $18 Finding a dress shirt that looks polished without feeling like a s
Jon Stewart roasts Trumps pre-midterms Reflecting Pool speech
Mashable / 39min
With the midterms imminent, what do we think Donald Trump was laser-focused on in one of his final speeches? The economy? The cost of living crisis? No! As Jon Stewart recaps in the Daily Show clip above, the president instead decided to waffle extensively about the renovated Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool — including a moment where Trump described it as "a massive piece of...er, pool." "Just t
Zelda Switch 2 restock: Live restock updates at Walmart, Target, and Best Buy (Nov. 3)
Mashable / 39min
Where to check for Zelda Switch 2 stock: Nintendo Nintendo Switch 2 — The Legend of Zelda — 40th Anniversary Edition $519.99 at Nintendo Amazon Nintendo Switch 2 — The Legend of Zelda — 40th Anniversary Edition $519.99 at Amazon Walmart Nintendo Switch 2 — The Legend of Zelda — 40th Anniversary Edition $519.99 at Walmart Target Nintendo Switch 2 — The Legend of Zelda — 40th Anniversary Edition $5
Public procurement needs a route out of Microsoft lock-in
Latest from TechRadar / 44min
The CMA has published roadmaps for Big Tech before, just not for Microsoft. With £400 billion in annual public sector procurement and millions flowing to Microsoft’s cloud, the CMA can’t wait until February 2027 to act. The topic of public procurement is becoming a major issue for UK economic policy. Sarah Cardell, the CMA's Chief Executive, delivered a speech at a Parliamentary event at the Hous
When money appears out of nowhere: How small businesses can spot and stop payment scams
Latest from TechRadar / 44min
For small business owners, an unexpected payment might look like good news. A new customer has placed an order, an invoice has been settled, or an unfamiliar transaction has landed in the account. But when money arrives without an obvious explanation, the smartest response isn't to celebrate, It's to investigate. Payment scams exploit the everyday pressures of running a business. Entrepreneurs ar
How Agentic Commercial enables more precise field, digital and content engagement
Latest from TechRadar / 44min
Commercial engagement in biopharma used to center largely on direct conversations between sales reps and physicians, or pharmacists. As therapeutic areas have grown more specialized, more teams have become involved in engaging with healthcare professionals (HCPs), including key account managers, medical science liaisons, brand marketers and service teams. But these functions often work separately
‘Our Risk, Their Reward’: Zohran Mamdani on AI and Data Centers
Wired / 46min
Ahead of the midterms, WIRED talked to New York City’s mayor about data centers, AI in schools, and the future of the Democratic party.
People are 3D printing covers for Flock cameras in response to “indiscriminate mass surveillance"
How-To Geek / 48min
Flock cameras have been in the news a lot in 2026, for all of the wrong reasons. This recently came to a head when the cameras were described as “indiscriminate mass surveillance” by a federal judge.
Marriott Bonvoy Brilliant Card Amex Offers Deal: Save $200 On $900+ Flight
One Mile at a Time / 50min
The Amex Offers program frequently offers promotions that can save you money on flights, hotel stays, etc. There’s a new Amex Offers deal that seems to be specific to one co-branded Marriott card, and it’s incredibly lucrative. Spend $900+ on flights, earn a $200 statement credit The Marriott Bonvoy Brilliant® American Express® Card ( learn more ) seems to have a new targeted Amex Offers deal whe
NASA’s Swift Observatory Is Falling to Earth. Here’s What to Know About the Impending Impact
Wired / 1h
The 3,200-pound satellite is expected to reenter Earth’s atmosphere later this week with a wide reentry zone covering parts of Africa, Australia, Southeast Asia, and South America.
T-Mobile is giving away the Apple iPhone 18 Pro for free — how to buy
Mashable / 1h
TL;DR: The Apple iPhone 18 Pro is free when you switch and bring your number on T-Mobile's Experience Beyond plan. The Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max is $1,200 off when you switch and bring your number on T-Mobile's Experience Beyond plan. Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple iPhone 18 Pro Free when you switch and bring your number on T-Mobile's Experience Beyond plan. Opens in a new window Credit:
Apple will start mandating age requirements for dating apps
Engadget / 1h
Apple developers will have to declare whether their app enables dating between real people and/or AI companions, so the company can apply the proper age rating.
We can’t control AI if we can’t control where it gets its information from
Latest from TechRadar / 1h
OpenAI chief scientist Jakub Pachocki seemed to issue a warning on September 6. In “An Alien Mind,” he argued that current alignment and monitoring techniques may soon prove inadequate for the pace at which machine intelligence is advancing. He also described a future in which AI takes a growing role in improving AI, compressing the time available for human supervision and institutional response.
Ancient Meteorite Found in the Sahara Holds Secrets About Mars’ Watery Past
Wired / 1h
The 4.1-billion-year-old meteorite is a “Rosetta Stone for Mars,” preserving clues about how the Martian environment has changed since the solar system formed.
New Cathay Pacific “Halo Suites” First Class For Boeing 777-9s
One Mile at a Time / 1h
In late 2024, Cathay Pacific unveiled its new Aria Suites business class , which is progressively being introduced on the carrier’s Boeing 777-300ER fleet. While we know Cathay Pacific is introducing a new first class product, it’ll take some time before we see that in service. In light of everything going on — the introduction of Cathay Pacific’s new business class, the delays to the Boeing 777X
Heres how to track the Swift telescopes final hours before it crashes
Mashable / 1h
NASA expects its Swift space telescope to re-enter Earth's atmosphere early Wednesday, ending over two decades of Swift's monitoring of sudden, powerful events in space. The U.S. Space Force's prediction puts the re-entry at about 3:30 a.m. ET on Wednesday, Nov. 4. Most of the spacecraft should burn up as it falls through the atmosphere, though some pieces may reach the ground, according to NASA.
Learn in context, speak with confidence — 1 year of Rosetta Stone Sapphire is just $127.20
Mashable / 1h
TL;DR: New users can get one year of Rosetta Stone Sapphire for just $127.20, including 25 languages, pronunciation feedback, conversation practice, and personalized activities. Opens in a new window Credit: Rosetta Stone Rosetta Stone Sapphire (1-Year Subscription) $127.23 $159 Save $31.77 Ordering dinner in another language is a useful skill. Keeping the conversation going after the waiter goes
The Pokémon TCG 30th Celebration Poster Collection hits new record low price on Amazon — save nearly $10
Mashable / 1h
TL;DR: The Pokémon TCG 30th Celebration Poster Collection is on sale for $41.47 at Amazon , down from its $49.99 list price. Opens in a new window Credit: The Pokémon Company Pokémon TCG 30th Celebration Poster Collection $41.47 at Amazon $49.99 Save $8.52 It’s still tough to get well-priced stock for Pokémon’s 30th Celebration expansion, even if Delta Reign is coming out this week. As of Nov. 3,
Skip the $460 price tag: Sonys folding XM6 headphones are down to $378 for a limited time
Mashable / 1h
SAVE $81.99: As of Nov. 3, the flagship Sony WH-1000XM6 noise-canceling headphones are down to $378 at Amazon. That is an $81.99 discount on our Mashable Choice winner. Opens in a new window Credit: Sony Sony XM6 $378 at Amazon $459.99 Save $81.99 If you’ve been eyeing a pair of noise-canceling cans but couldn’t stomach modern flagship pricing, Amazon just gave you a break. The flagship Sony WH-1
Pokémon TCG 30th Anniversary Ultra-Premium Collection preorders are live: Buy at market price
Mashable / 1h
TL;DR: The Pokémon TCG 30th Celebration Ultra-Premium Collection Day (Espeon) and Pokémon TCG 30th Celebration Ultra-Premium Collection Night (Umbreon) are available to preorder now on Walmart. Opens in a new window Credit: The Pokemon Company Pokémon TCG 30th Celebration Ultra-Premium Collection Day (Espeon) $486.99 at Walmart Opens in a new window Credit: The Pokémon Company Pokémon TCG 30th Ce
The Pokémon TCG Chaos Rising Display Box gets a surprise discount at Amazon — save over $10 before Delta Reign drops
Mashable / 1h
TL;DR: The Pokémon TCG Mega Evolution Chaos Rising Booster Display Box is on sale for $209.95 at Amazon , down from its $222.99 list price. Opens in a new window Credit: The Pokémon Company Pokémon TCG Mega Evolution Chaos Rising Booster Box $209.95 at Amazon $222.99 Save $13.04 All eyes may be on the Pokémon TCG's upcoming Delta Reign expansion ahead of its Nov. 6 launch, but Amazon has unexpect
Opioid Users Found a ‘Miracle Drug’ to Help Them Quit. Then the DEA Banned It
Wired / 1h
On Reddit and Discord, people addicted to opioids say SR-17018 can remove withdrawal symptoms. Despite its potential, the DEA has placed it in the same category as heroin.
One of the Victims of the Deadly Sunday Private Jet Crash Was a Tech Entrepreneur
Gizmodo / 1h
Here's a bit about what his companies did.
UK food supply chain affected by European freezer hacks, cyber chief says
BBC News / 2h
Supermarkets in countries including Ireland, Sweden and Belgium reported fridges being hiked in temperature on Monday.
The Pokémon TCG Delta Reign Booster Display Box is down in price at Amazon — buy 36 packs for $250
Mashable / 2h
TL;DR: The Pokémon TCG Mega Evolution Delta Reign Booster Display Box is available to preorder for $249.99 at Amazon , down from the $269.99 price we first spotted in October. Opens in a new window Credit: The Pokémon Company Pokémon TCG Mega Evolution Delta Reign Booster Display Box $249.99 at Amazon $269.99 Save $20 The Pokémon TCG Delta Reign expansion is only a few days away from release, and
OpenAI's shared ChatGPT limits could frustrate users
Latest from TechRadar / 2h
OpenAI is preparing to combine the number of subscribers who can use ChatGPT and its Codex coding assistant. Instead of separate measurements, Plus, Pro, and Business subscribers will have a single gauge for both, according to the company's updated documentation . More complicated tasks will consume more of that allowance, although ordinary Instant conversations won't count against it. The change
Apple's latest watchOS 27 beta enables Siri Recap and Live Rewind audio features
Engadget / 2h
First revealed at the company's event in September, Apple's AI-powered Apple Watch features are finally landing in beta.
Meta's rumored humanoid robot is another AI services Trojan horse
Latest from TechRadar / 2h
Meta might be building a 4.5ft-tall, 106lb humanoid robot that could look you in the eye, mimic human expression, and be a help around the home — a description that would fit almost any consumer-grade, humanoid robot from almost half a dozen companies. The report from The Information adds, though, that this bot will be " a physical embodiment of Muse ." Rarely has anyone put a finer point on why
Will the AI industry face a reckoning after Election Day?
Mashable / 2h
The AI industry has spent this midterm cycle pouring record sums into super PACs. Tech executives contributed hundreds of millions to elect friendly, deregulation-minded candidates, even as some of those execs publicly call for federal industry standards on AI . With the public souring on data centers , the massive donations felt like an exercise in terrible timing for the candidates who took the
What do regular people really think of the iPhone Duo?
Mashable / 3h
The $1,999 iPhone Duo is a hot commodity, but is it worth it? We hit the streets of San Francisco to find out how everyday people feel about Apple's new foldable phone. Read more about the iPhone Duo: Apple iPhone Duo review: This changes everything Apple breaks silence on iPhone Duo cracking reports Timecode chapters 0:00 Introduction 0:22 Design 2:12 Durability and screen 3:37 Cameras 4:16 Pric
Apple Q4 2026 earnings call: CEO John Ternus addresses iPhone Duo availability and increasing prices
Mashable / 3h
Apple held its Q4 2026 earnings call on Monday, its first since John Ternus took over from Tim Cook as its new CEO . The tech giant reported quarterly revenue of $114.5 billion , marking a 12 percent increase compared to the same period last year. Unsurprisingly, a large chunk of that came from iPhone sales. SEE ALSO: Tim Cook praises John Ternus again in Apple's Q3 2026 earnings call iPhones rem
Yvonne Bajela is bringing $17M in fresh capital to Europe’s startup scene
TechCrunch / 3h
Evertrue Capital announces $17M debut fund to back early stage AI and fintech.
Apple Watch’s AI features for rewinding and recapping conversations begin beta testing
TechCrunch / 4h
Now in beta: Apple's new Audio Intelligence features can help you remember what someone said or take notes on conversations.
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How to actually block AI bots from scraping your website
Latest from TechRadar / 4h
OpenAI , Google, Microsoft and Anthropic have agreed to support a new way for website owners to stop their content being used to train AI models. The companies are backing a shared opt-out signal in a website’s robots.txt file, which tells AI crawlers whether they're allowed to use its content for training. Like a modern day Library of Alexandria, the internet is the single largest source of huma
Cogent Security Makes the Fortune Cyber 60 for a Second Year, With a Plan to Run Cyber Defense Like a Factory
Next Big Future / 5h
San Francisco, CA, 3rd November 2026, CyberNewswire
How to watch Barcelona vs. Aston Villa online for free
Mashable / 6h
TL;DR: Live stream Barcelona vs. Aston Villa in the Champions League for free on Virgin Media Player . Access this free streaming platform from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN . The Champions League is back with a string of high-profile matchups this week, including Barcelona vs. Aston Villa. The visitors have made a perfect start to this campaign, but Barcelona at the Nou Camp will be thei
How to watch Shakhtar vs. Sporting online for free
Mashable / 6h
TL;DR: Live stream Shakhtar vs. Sporting in the Champions League for free on Virgin Media Player . Access this free streaming platform from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN . The Champions League is back this week with more interesting fixtures involving Europe's best, including Shakhtar vs. Sporting. The visitors have six points from three games and could move into the top eight with victor
How to watch Manchester United vs. Roma online for free
Mashable / 6h
TL;DR: Live stream Manchester United vs. Roma in the Champions League for free with a 30-day trial of Amazon Prime . Access this free livestream from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN . The return of the Champions League could not have come at a worse time for Manchester United. Another defeat last weekend in the Premier League leaves Michael Carrick's side languishing near the bottom three.
Hurdle hints and answers for November 3, 2026
Mashable / 6h
If you like playing daily word games like Wordle , then Hurdle is a great game to add to your routine. There are five rounds to the game. The first round sees you trying to guess the word, with correct, misplaced, and incorrect letters shown in each guess. If you guess the correct answer, it'll take you to the next hurdle, providing the answer to the last hurdle as your first guess. This can give
Here’s who is falling in line for Trump’s “Super Intelligence” loyalty test
MIT Technology Review / 7h
This story originally appeared in The Algorithm, our weekly newsletter on AI. To get stories like this in your inbox first, sign up here . At the end of September, President Trump signed an executive order that contained just one directive, ordering government agencies to rebrand what they had been calling artificial intelligence as “Super Intelligence.” That term beat out other contenders, inclu
Anthropic Claims to Be Closing in on Recursive Self-Improvement
Gizmodo / 7h
RSI could be coming "imminently" a Monday SEC disclosure says.
Google takes Dreambeans to India in bid to bring AI-generated personal stories to the masses
TechCrunch / 8h
Google's Dreambeans, its latest AI experiment, now supports 13 Indian languages.
Apple Says Even Higher Memory Prices and Siri AI Push Will Weigh On Profits
Gizmodo / 8h
In his first earnings call as CEO, John Ternus warned of worsening memory prices.
NYT Connections Sports Edition today: Hints and answers for November 3, 2026
Mashable / 8h
Today's Connections: Sports Edition will be easier for college basketball fans. As we've shared in previous hints stories, this is a 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
NYT Connections hints today: Meanings for each word for Nov. 3, 2026
Mashable / 8h
Looking for spoiler-free NYT Connections hints or just wondering why Connections is trending today? We've got what you need to understand the clues for today's puzzle without spoiling any of the answers. Of course, Mashable has also provided daily hints and answers for Connections, Wordle , and Strands for years, so we can help you if that's also what you need. While we are focused more on meanin
NYT Connections hints today: Clues, answers for November 3, 2026
Mashable / 8h
The NYT Connections puzzle today is not too difficult if you like to dine out. Connections is the one of the most popular New York Times word games that's captured the public's attention. The game is all about finding the "common threads between words." And just like Wordle , Connections resets after midnight and each new set of words gets trickier and trickier—so we've served up some hints and t
NYT Strands hints, answers for November 3, 2026
Mashable / 8h
Today's NYT Strands hints will be easy if you love karaoke. Strands , the New York Times ' elevated word-search game, 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 an answer. T
Wordle today: Answer, hints for November 3, 2026
Mashable / 8h
Today's Wordle answer should be easy to solve if you like to store things on your person. 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, Sudoku, free crossword, and more: Play games on Mashable SEE AL
OpenAI Hires Former Trump Admin. Army Secretary for New National Security Role
Gizmodo / 9h
Dan Driscoll will be "Senior Counselor for National Security Modernization."
Brutal NIMBY Regulations Are Crushing the Kind of Solar Farms Researchers Say Are a Godsend for Local Ecology
Futurism / 9h
Solar energy is booming. By the end of the year, photovoltaics are expected to account for 10 percent of the world’s energy production, by which point it will have eclipsed even nuclear fission by sheer production capacity. As industrial supply chains make solar-generated electricity cheaper than ever before, a growing body of research indicates that solar farms are a net positive for many reason
Apple may try to increase revenue by doing…something with third-party AI apps
TechCrunch / 9h
Apple hinted at ways that it could spur revenue through third-party "opportunities" during its Monday night earnings call.
DeepSeek Harness new Creator Mode creates plugins from prompts
Mashable / 10h
DeepSeek Harness has added a new Creator Mode, which aims to create plugins directly from text prompts. While AI models are capable of generating responses to prompts and determining a course of action, actually carrying it out requires a harness . Harnesses connect large language models (LLMs) to tools and systems that can perform actions, such as scheduling an appointment in a calendar or makin
This Chinese Android phone brand has launched a Harry Potter collab
Engadget / 10h
Everything about this latest collectible Android phone is designed to evoke the popular franchise, from its magical packaging to its themed accessories.
Is it actually safe to charge your iPhone at airport USB ports?
Engadget / 10h
Using a random USB charger can be unsafe, even though the risk is minimal. Thankfully, you have ways to protect your devices.
Palantir cofounder wants a 30,000 monkey farm in the US — because AI jacked up macaque prices by 700% in seven years
Latest from TechRadar / 10h
Rapid drug discovery using AI's assistance is adding pressure to an already restricted macaque supply A US startup plans to breed 30,000 monkeys over two decades China's export ban cut off a major source of American research animals Artificial intelligence is creating new demands for pharmaceutical research, increasing pressure on all kinds of resources needed to develop and test potential treatm
Ukraine’s new pocket-sized gadget turns Russian drones’ cameras against them
TechCrunch / 10h
A Kyiv startup’s pocket-sized, 10-ounce receiver lets Ukrainian troops watch the video feeds of Russian drones, though Russian moves toward digital video and AI-guided drones that emit no signals could make the victory short-lived.
North Korea denies being behind record $6.3bn Binance hack
BBC News / 10h
US government agencies and cyber analysts have blamed Pyongyang for the record-breaking heist.
I tested the 5 breakthrough Linux distros of 2026. Here's how I rank them
How-To Geek / 10h
Linux has no shortage of distros, and keeping track of which ones are worth trying can be difficult. Some distros focus on making Linux easier for newcomers, while others experiment with different desktop environments, system components, or specialized tools. Every year, a few distros manage to attract more attention than usual, and 2026 has been an interesting year for several of them.
California’s Billionaire Tax Slips From 52% Support to 42%
Gizmodo / 10h
Tech oligarchs have raised over $379 million to fight Prop 40, the one-time 5% tax on billionaires.
Russia wants to camouflage its data centers to stop them being bombed — and it might even move them underground for protection
Latest from TechRadar / 11h
Russian concerns about Ukraine drone strikes have prompted a review of data center resilience to strikes Defense measures include anti-drone nets, signal jamming hardware, and even camouflage The Digital Development Ministry has also proposed moving facilities underground Ukraine’s increasing targeting of Russian data infrastructure has resulted in Moscow considering new defensive measures agains
Its harder than ever to spot fake content online. Here are some strategies.
Mashable / 11h
We should all probably spend less time staring at screens. At least, that's what the professionals tell us . And yet the average person needs to be online. They use the internet for work, to pay bills, to access government resources, and to follow political leaders. Many have turned social media into their livelihoods . And if you skip one day on the internet, you are sure to miss a year's worth
Apple unsure when it will get more foldable iPhones ahead of Christmas
BBC News / 11h
The tech giant reports strong sales but admits "constraints" are affecting supplies of the iPhone Duo.
Y Combinator’s Garry Tan uses AI agents so much, he spends up to $200K a year on tokens
TechCrunch / 11h
Y Combinator Garry Tan has jokingly admitted that he's suffered from "cyber psychosis” and barely sleeps sometimes because he’s so excited to be working with his AI agents. On a new episode of Walter Isaacson’s podcast, The Builders, Tan put a price tag on his passion.
Hinge tests a cheaper plan as users become more fed up paying for dating apps
TechCrunch / 11h
At a time when people are increasingly tired of dating apps, Hinge is testing a cheaper subscription plan.
Quordle hints and answers for Tuesday, November 3 (game #1744)
Latest from TechRadar / 11h
Looking for a different day? A new Quordle puzzle appears at midnight each day for your time zone – which means that some people are always playing 'today's game' while others are playing 'yesterday's'. If you're looking for Monday's puzzle instead then click here: Quordle hints and answers for Monday, November 2 (game #1743) . Quordle was one of the original Wordle alternatives and is still goin
NYT Connections hints and answers for Tuesday, November 3 (game #1241)
Latest from TechRadar / 11h
Looking for a different day? A new NYT Connections puzzle appears at midnight each day for your time zone – which means that some people are always playing 'today's game' while others are playing 'yesterday's'. If you're looking for Monday's puzzle instead then click here: NYT Connections hints and answers for Monday, November 2 (game #1240) . Good morning! Let's play Connections, the NYT's cleve
NYT Strands hints and answers for Tuesday, November 3 (game #975)
Latest from TechRadar / 11h
Looking for a different day? A new NYT Strands puzzle appears at midnight each day for your time zone – which means that some people are always playing 'today's game' while others are playing 'yesterday's'. If you're looking for Monday's puzzle instead then click here: NYT Strands hints and answers for Monday, November 2 (game #974) . Strands is the NYT's latest word game after the likes of Wordl
"At Home in Space" opens, caps Air and Space Museum renovation
Ars Technica - All content / 11h
After seven years of work and nearly $1 billion, the Smithsonian has completed the renovation of the National Air and Space Museum's flagship building in Washington, DC. On October 30, the museum debuted its last-to-open spaceflight exhibition , returning "home" with a gallery devoted to establishing a spacefaring civilization. "Welcome to 'At Home in Space'!" said curator Jennifer Levasseur, who
Why large dogs age faster than small ones, and other October research highlights
Ars Technica - All content / 11h
It’s a regrettable reality that there is never enough time to cover all the interesting scientific stories we come across. So every month, we highlight a handful of the best stories that nearly slipped through the cracks. October’s list includes an epigenetic mechanism for why large dogs age faster than smaller ones; physicists who trapped a single particle of antimatter for months; and invisible
Here’s What the Inca Gave Children Before Sacrificing Them on Volcanoes
Gizmodo / 11h
From the ritual, the Inca believed the children would become the intermediary between them and the gods—and these substances may have been an "offering" to ease their journey.
The reason why some iPhone calls don't have a decline option, and others do
Engadget / 11h
Sometimes your iPhone lets you decline a call and sometimes it doesn't. Here's why that happens, and a few easy ways to handle the calls you'd rather skip.
Activist Group Reportedly Preparing to Dox Elon Musk
Gizmodo / 12h
Surely he'll handle this well.
Tech founder Adam Robinson was one of the victims of horrific Learjet crash
Mashable / 12h
Adam Robinson, a prolific Austin-based tech founder , was one of the nine people who died in the shocking Learjet crash in Florida on Sunday. Robinson, along with his wife Helen Sharp, their two young children, their nanny, two other adults, and two pilots perished in the crash, which was captured on dash cam footage. Video of the crash quickly spread across social media, with footage showing the
GTA 6: ‘Self-made millionaire’ shares how to save $5K playing the game
Mashable / 12h
It's almost here. Grand Theft Auto VI comes out later this month. Many GTA 6 fans have been planning for this game's release for years. Some have put PTO requests in or have set aside vacation time to get lost in Leonida, the fictional U.S. state where the game takes place. Now, some non-gamers just won't understand what the big hubbub is about, and you need to prepare for those naysayers too. If
How to watch The Fall and Rise of Reggie Dinkins season 2 from anywhere in the world – stream online for free
Latest from TechRadar / 12h
Ten more episodes of The Fall and Rise of Reggie Dinkins are here, as Tracy Morgan's disgraced former NFL star continues his rehabilitation with the help of filmmaker Arthur Tobin (Daniel Radcliffe). Of course, his personal and family life will continue to get in the way - can Reggie make it into the Hall of Fame? One element we can't wait to see explored this season is the dynamic between Reggie
Why it's important to never plug power strips into each other
Engadget / 12h
Power strips are lifesavers when you don't have enough outlets to power all of your electronics and some also offer protection from power surges.
Apple says it’s ‘hard to predict’ when iPhone Duo constraints will improve
TechCrunch / 12h
Apple says iPhone Duo production is ramping up, but it still can't say when supply will catch up with demand as shipping delays stretch into next year.
This Raspberry Pi AI project turned my notes into a searchable second brain
How-To Geek / 12h
The Online Right’s Closing Campaign Argument: Fascist Anakin Skywalker Memes
Wired / 12h
With Democrats poised to make significant gains in Tuesday’s midterm elections, Trump supporters have been reduced to posting bizarre Star Wars fan fiction.
Trajectory raises $45M to make AI model training accessible to nontechnical experts
TechCrunch / 12h
The one-year-old startup is now valued at $300 million.
The Microsoft Surface Laptop Ultra releases a patch to fix 'reliability and performance' issues found by reviewers — so should you save your money for now?
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Microsoft fixes long reboots, screen flicker, and unexpected restarts on the Surface Laptop Ultra Launch reviews revealed slow restart issues even as most of the flicker and crash reports came directly from owners No update can fix the Mini LED panel's slow response, grayish blacks, and weak dimming, or RTX Spark's efficiency limitations Microsoft has shipped the first firmware update for the Sur
This $60 lifetime language-learning deal puts your speaking skills to the test
Mashable / 12h
TL;DR: Lingzio combines structured language lessons with AI conversation practice and pronunciation feedback. Get lifetime access to its Premium Plan for $59.99 (reg. $199). Opens in a new window Credit: Lingzio Lingzio Language Learning Premium Plan: Lifetime Subscription $59.99 $199 Save $139.01 A 100-day language-learning streak is impressive, but it doesn’t necessarily mean you’re ready to ho
Save nearly $150 on cloud storage that also handles feedback and e-signatures
Mashable / 12h
TL;DR: Drime’s Essential Plan combines 2TB of cloud storage with document editing, timestamped comments, and e-signatures. Lifetime access is on sale for $149.97 (reg. $299). Opens in a new window Credit: Drime Drime Secure Cloud Storage: Lifetime Subscription $149.97 $299 Save $149.03 You send a project to a client, only for feedback to come pouring in through emails, documents, and messages. Be
Apple’s inventory surges 154% as memory chip costs climb
TechCrunch / 12h
Apple says unprecedented memory chip costs will continue to rise, raising questions about future device prices as its inventory climbs to $14.5 billion.
How to watch St. Denis Medical season 3 from anywhere in the world – stream online for free
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With Ron (David Alan Grier) out of the mix due to his heart surgery, it's up to the charismatic Dr. Highland (Damon Wayans) to step in and stir things up in the St. Denis Medical season 3 premiere. Meanwhile, Ariana Madix is back as Dr. Brooke Emerson, fresh from her stint as host on Love Island USA . We'll also pick up with Matt and Serena as they embark on their new relationship after that exci
How to watch Melbourne Cup 2026: FREE streams, TV channels for Flemington horse racing
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Watch Melbourne Cup 2026 FREE on 9Now (AUS) / TVNZ+ (NZ) / CBC Gem (CAN) Stream on FS2/ Fox One (US) / Sky Sports (UK) Unlock your stream with NordVPN (save up to 75%) Race starts: Tuesday, Nov 3 at 3pm AEDT / 4am GMT / 11pm ET (Mon) Watch Melbourne Cup 2026 with the winner of its 166th running set to land a payday of AU$10 million (around $7 million USD) at the Flemington Racecourse in Melbourne
Walmart Will Have Three Major Shopping Events This Holiday Season
Lifehacker / 12h
We may earn a commission from links on this page. Deal pricing and availability subject to change after time of publication. If you're thinking of picking up any big-ticket items soon—whether for yourself or as a gift for someone on your list— I would advise you to wait until you see what retailers have in store for the holiday sales season, which will kick off in earnest in mid-November. Walmart
How to use your phone's camera to translate anything
Engadget / 12h
With the aid of a quick picture, you can use your phone's camera to translate pretty much any text while you're traveling across the globe.
How long could HDDs and SSDs remain expensive?
Engadget / 12h
Thanks to shortages of microchips and other computer components, we've been experiencing high prices for years.
4 epic Paramount+ movies to watch this week (November 2-8)
How-To Geek / 12h
While other platforms, like Netflix , might have the edge when it comes to series and documentaries, there are few platforms that can hold a candle to Paramount+ when it comes to their collection of movies. From cinematic classics to modern blockbusters, it has something for just about everyone.
This Super El Niño May Be Driving Blue Whales Away From the Galápagos
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