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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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The Galaxy S26 Ultra has plenty going for it, but it isn't the only Android phone worth considering before you spend flagship money on your next phone. Read more ›
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Most Americans don't trust AI. It's proven that it doesn't know what safe toppings for pizza are. People don't even want to listen to AI music. But none of that matters for some of America's wealthy, who are turning to AI to teach their kids instead of traditional schools. Companies like Forge Prep and Alpha […] Read more ›
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England vs Mexico kicks off at 1am BST on BBC One. Find TV channel, live stream, build-up time and latest Mexico weather forecast Read more ›
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Tech IPOs are definitely getting more interesting. On the heels of last week’s debuts by Bending Spoons and Lime, this week we’ve got South Korean memory chip giant SK Hynix, which is expected to list on the Nasdaq on Friday, adding to its existing South Korean stock exchange listing. Hynix will raise money as part of the Nasdaq listing, making investor reception to the offering another indicator of the IPO... Read more ›
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Streaming services use trackers to check whether you’re watching adverts, meaning ad-blockers can cause problems. Read more ›
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Despite championing remote working, the technology industry was among the first sectors to row back on this new era Read more ›
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"Companies spending heavily on AI are growing headcount faster, even in the entry-level roles that many fear are doomed," writes TechCrunch. That's the conclusion of new report tracking AI spending from Ramp's corporate card/bill pay data as well as Revelio Labs' workforce records from 21,599 U.S. firms: According to the report, "high-intensity adopters" — firms that spend on average $30 per employee per month on AI in the first three... Read more ›
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Handlebar risers can fundamentally alter how you ride your motorcycles and how it handles. Here's why you might want to have them installed. Read more ›
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Some of Waymo's driverless cars stalled during July 4th events in San Francisco. The company says the disruptions were caused by heavy traffic. Read more ›
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Here's how to watch Philo from outside the United States, and learn how to access it from anywhere abroad with a VPN. Read more ›
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John Goldstein, a 75-year-old retiree in New Jersey, says he still eats well even as he budgets to manage rising health costs. Read more ›
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Я сижу на Debian под KDE Plasma и для решения проблемы “your country is not supported”, часто встречающийся у популярных агентов, предпочитаю мультихоп прокси (на последней миле у меня sign-box слушает 127.0.0.1:7890). Claude Code в терминале бегают через него, а вот десктопное приложение делало вид, что прокси не существует. Пришлось разобраться, и заодно оформить это в аккуратный воспроизводимый вид. Читать далее Read more ›
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Startups built around AI hire fewer entry-level workers than their peers, according to a working paper from Harvard Business School and INSEAD, first reported by Business Insider. The firms are leaner, flatter, and heavily weighted towards senior technical talent. Researchers Rembrand Koning and Hyunjin Kim examined Y Combinator startups from 2020 to 2024 alongside a broader set of […] This story continues at The Next Web Read more ›
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[tldr]Universal’s Minions & Monsters topped the US July 4 box office with roughly $64m over its first five days, the weakest opening in Despicable Me franchise history and far below the $120m-plus debuts of its two predecessors. The soft start raises franchise-fatigue questions for Comcast’s most reliable animation machine.[/tldr] Universal’s Minions & Monsters led the […] This story continues at The Next Web Read more ›
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Here's how to watch Mexico vs England for free online and from anywhere at the FIFA World Cup 2026 last 16, as Harry Kane & Co. face their biggest test yet. Read more ›
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A federal judge has ordered the Pentagon to give Alibaba temporary relief from a law that stripped it of every lobbyist it had in Washington, Bloomberg reports. The reprieve stands while the court considers whether the measure is constitutional. The case is shaping up as a test of how far the US can go in curbing […] This story continues at The Next Web Read more ›
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I use YouTube Shorts more than I'd like to admit, and these new features have genuinely changed the way I watch. Chances are, you'll appreciate them too. Read more ›
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The co-hosts face the Three Lions at Mexico City Stadium with a place in the quarterfinals at stake. Read more ›
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Motorola has introduced the Moto Pad 70 Pro in India, a premium Android tablet designed for productivity, entertainment, and creative workflows. The device features a full-metal chassis measuring 6.2mm in thickness and weighing 589g. It comes bundled with the Moto Pen Pro stylus. The tablet is equipped with a 13-inch 3.5K display that offers a 144Hz refresh rate, 12-bit color depth, Dolby Vision, and a peak brightness of 800 nits.... Read more ›
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Following the RAMmagedon chaos that drove Apple to raise prices on many devices, now another recent leak from China suggests that Xiaomi’s next premium flagship smartphone—likely the rumored Xiaomi 18 Pro—could see a significant price increase. According to a post on Weibo by the prominent tipster Digital Chat Station, the upcoming device may launch with a starting price of approximately 6,000 yuan (~$882). If accurate, this represents a notable 20%... Read more ›
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Google has officially begun deploying its Gemini artificial intelligence into vehicles equipped with Android Automotive OS. While the name is similar to Android Auto, which merely projects a smartphone interface onto a car’s dashboard, Android Automotive is a standalone operating system natively installed on the vehicle’s hardware. The integration follows an initial announcement made during the Google I/O conference. According to recent reports, vehicles manufactured by Volvo appear to be... Read more ›
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Researchers at Nanyang Technological University and Waseda University have published a new Nature Communications study, dated June 29, 2026, showing that a Madagascar hissing cockroach fitted with a wearable oxygen-supplying suit can keep moving in water, or in oxygen-poor spaces, for up to three hours in controlled tests. That is the real advance here. Cyborg cockroaches are not new, and NTU’s lab has already shown how insect-based platforms could be... Read more ›
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The Chinese automotive manufacturer BYD has patented a new safety system designed to detect animals and other objects underneath a vehicle before it moves. Developed to prevent accidents, the technology addresses a common safety concern: domestic animals, such as cats and dogs, as well as wildlife, frequently seek shelter under parked cars. The system utilizes specialized cameras and computer vision technology to capture images of the vehicle’s undercarriage. Each time... Read more ›
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Apple is reportedly seeking permission from the U.S. government to source memory chips from ChangXin Memory Technologies (CXMT), China’s leading DRAM manufacturer. According to a report by the Financial Times, the tech giant approached the U.S. Commerce Department and other Washington officials to request clearance. This move comes as Apple faces mounting pressure from soaring DRAM prices, driven by high demand for artificial intelligence infrastructure. Political and Economic Pressures The... Read more ›
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Following rumors about the OnePlus shutdown, a sweeping restructuring effort within OPlus—the parent group encompassing OPPO, OnePlus, and realme—could fundamentally alter how the brands operate. Reinforcing recent hints, according to a report from Moneycontrol, long-term plans may involve consolidating OPPO, realme, and OnePlus under a single operating structure. Instead of functioning as independent brands, they would reportedly be managed as distinct product series under the broader OPPO umbrella. The re Read more ›
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Motorola has officially launched its latest ecosystem accessories, the moto tag 2 and moto buds 2 plus, across North America. The rollout introduces enhanced tracking capabilities and expanded aesthetic options, including additions to The Brilliant Collection and new PANTONE colorways. All relevant technical specifications, high-resolution imagery, and official promotional materials are accessible via the company’s press portal. moto tag 2: Tracking Capabilities and Regional Pricing The moto tag 2 is... Read more ›
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Redmagic has officially confirmed that its upcoming compact Android gaming tablet will be released globally under the name “Redmagic Astra 2.” This announcement aligns the brand with a growing market segment pioneered by devices like Lenovo’s Legion Tab, which popularized smaller form factors of roughly 8 to 9 inches without sacrificing performance. The preceding model, the original Redmagic Astra, gained industry attention by offering a premium alternative to competitors, distinguished... Read more ›
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Google has revealed new details regarding Android Halo, a feature introduced at its recent developer conference aimed at increasing transparency for artificial intelligence agents running on smartphones. According to Logan Kilpatrick, the head of Google AI Studio, Android Halo introduces a dedicated slot in the status bar where a user’s chosen AI agent, such as Gemini, can display its activity. This indicator signals when an agent is processing tasks in... Read more ›
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