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A report by security researcher Alexander Hanff, known as “That Privacy Guy,” alleges that Google Chrome is automatically downloading a 4GB on-device AI model to users’ computers without prior notification or consent. This finding follows a similar report by Hanff regarding Anthropic’s Claude Desktop app, which he claims installed browser integration bridges across multiple Chromium-based browsers—including several not present on the system—without user prompting. Hanff argues that these silent modification
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An East Bay apartment complex has been bought at a price that's well below its prior value. Read more ›
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A PG&E Corp. unit has bought a San Jose building in a move to bolster the utility's South Bay operations. Read more ›
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A federal judge decided to dismiss an xAI lawsuit against OpenAI with prejudice. Read more ›
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Today Fox Corporation has announced that it's entered a definitive agreement with Roku to purchase it for $160 per share, of which $96 will be cash and the rest will be Fox shares. This transaction values Roku at $22 billion, but it's actually unclear how much Fox is paying. For what it's worth, it says it has obtained $12 billion of fully committed bridge financing from Morgan Stanley for the... Read more ›
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Concrete and wood both require very different bits to drill into them, and each material has different types of bits depending on what you need. Read more ›
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Ventuals, one of the teams behind real-world asset perpetuals on Hyperliquid, said it is closing its markets and joining another project in the ecosystem. Read more ›
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Mistral has spent months saying Europe needs independent AI infrastructure. Recent US restrictions on Anthropic may have just strengthened that case. Read more ›
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Toronto accelerator program is expected to support as many as 60 sports tech startups. Read more ›
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Rupert Murdoch spent decades chasing a digital TV Guide. His son Lachlan just bought one, but TV is different now. Here's what it means for streaming. Read more ›
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At Washington's request, Anthropic suddenly took its newest and most powerful AI models offline over the weekend. The American company said it had little choice after the White House demanded it block access for all foreign nationals, including its own employees. Abroad, the incident offered a sobering reminder that the US not only dominates frontier […] Read more ›
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How a mobile-friendly platform is fulfilling the global demand for serialized romance and fantasy fiction. How people enjoy reading has changed dramatically in the last couple of decades. Today, readers often turn to their phones for their next quick escape, be that social media or gaming. Sagabox has taken this mobile-centric approach to storytelling and created a space for […] Read more ›
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Google Chrome version 150 and 151, expected in late June and July, respectively, will cut off support for the last remaining workarounds for running older ad blockers, 9to5Google reports. Google phased out support for ad-blocking extensions built for Manifest V2, like uBlock Origin, in 2024. At that point, most Chrome users either switched to newer […] Read more ›
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Two jurisdictions in Tennessee just passed a data center moratorium as three more a set to vote on bills that delay these projects. These temporary bans have gained widespread support, especially in rural regions where developers are increasingly looking to for building their massive projects. Read more ›
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Many sites may be selling their users' data to third parties without them knowing. Read more ›
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16 years after the release of "The Social Network," Aaron Sorkin will tell the story of how Facebook infiltrated our daily lives in "The Social Reckoning." Read more ›
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At WWDC 2026, Apple introduced a major overhaul to its virtual assistant with Siri AI, driven by the company’s second-generation on-device Apple Intelligence model and a collaboration with Google Gemini. Mike Rockwell, VP of Siri Engineering, unveiled the upgraded assistant, highlighting increased capabilities, systemic app actions, and a brand-new dedicated Siri app. The update features a significant design shift, replacing the legacy colorful edge effect with a dark-themed interface built... Read more ›
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Anthropic has officially launched Claude Fable 5, the first public version of its controversial “Mythos” AI model. The model recently drew scrutiny after cybercriminals gained unauthorized access prior to its official release. Because Mythos was engineered specifically to identify critical security vulnerabilities, its capabilities present significant risks if misused. To address safety concerns, Anthropic has implemented strict guardrails for the public rollout. The company conducted over 1,000 hours of te Read more ›
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Apple has officially released the first developer beta firmware for AirPods, arriving alongside the initial developer beta of iOS 27. Announced during WWDC 2026, this update integrates several highly anticipated features and introduces a significantly streamlined installation process compared to previous years. The new firmware package is compatible with the AirPods Pro 3, AirPods Pro 2, and AirPods 4. A major highlight of the update is the introduction of a... Read more ›
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Meta has announced a major update to how it personalizes content on Facebook and Instagram. The company confirmed it will begin using data shared by third-party websites and applications to tailor not only advertisements, but also content recommendations and AI-generated responses. According to an official company announcement, the initiative aims to deliver a more relevant user experience by leveraging data already sent to Meta by corporate partners. Previously, off-platform activity... Read more ›
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Logitech has announced Spotlight 2 Advanced Presenter, a new presentation remote designed to go beyond simple slide control with haptics, digital highlighting tools, and a guided breathing experience for speakers The device is aimed at people who present in meeting rooms, classrooms, hybrid meetings, and on stage. Logitech says the goal is to help presenters stay focused on the audience instead of looking down at the remote or returning to... Read more ›
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Logitech unveiled Mobi Fold, its first foldable mouse, designed for people who work in airports, cafés, hotel lobbies, shared spaces, or anywhere a laptop trackpad starts to feel limiting. Many professionals own a mouse, but they do not always carry one. During our briefing, the Logitech representative told us 72% of professionals who work in public places own a mouse, but only 26% use one on the go, mainly because... Read more ›
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Microsoft is preparing a significant change that will affect users of Office 2019 for Mac, despite the software being sold as a one-time purchase. Beginning July 13, Microsoft will no longer renew the security certificate used to validate Office 2019 licenses on macOS, causing affected applications to enter what the company calls “reduced functionality mode.” Once this happens, users will still be able to open and view existing files, but... Read more ›
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Valve has confirmed that physical Steam gift cards will be discontinued once existing inventory is sold out, a process the company expects to be completed by the end of 2026. While physical cards will no longer be produced, digital Steam gift cards sold directly through the platform will remain available. Existing physical cards already in circulation will continue to be accepted and redeemed without any changes. According to Valve, the... Read more ›
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Realme has officially introduced the new P4R smartphone, targeting budget-conscious consumers who prioritize battery life, durability, and smooth display performance. The device stands out with its large 8,000mAh battery, a high-refresh-rate screen, and a competitive price point in the mid-range segment. The Realme P4R features a 6.8-inch LCD display with HD+ resolution and support for refresh rates of up to 144Hz, offering smoother animations and scrolling compared to standard smartphone... Read more ›
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Apple has officially introduced macOS 27 Golden Gate at WWDC26. The new operating system focuses heavily on artificial intelligence, performance enhancements, and a significant shift in hardware compatibility: it entirely drops support for Intel-based Macs, restricting the update exclusively to Apple Silicon devices. Performance Improvements Following previous user feedback regarding battery consumption and stability, macOS 27 is designed to optimize daily tasks. Apple reports that applications now launch u Read more ›
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