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I’ve just found a couple of travel tripods that surprise and excite me in equal measure, while the video version is truly something special
The Ulanzi GlideGo Travel Tripod and GlideGo Video Tripod are a unique pair of tripods offering unique features and functionality that could make a creative difference.
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Shot Scope G6 review: sometimes simplicity is best
The Shot Scope G6 is a feature-packed entry-level golf watch that shows that simplicity can sometimes be the key to a great product.
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Dyson Purifier Hot+Cool Gen1 HP10 purifying fan review: an efficient 3-in-1 appliance that's a great space-saver, if you have the budget for it
Offering efficient heating, cooling, and air purifying in a compact package, this little Dyson has a lot to offer.
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Review
I tested Camp Snap’s retro video camera – and it’s a cut-price portal to a simpler time
Camp Snap has followed up its cult point-and-shoot stills snapper with a similarly stripped-back, nostalgia-fuelled camcorder channelling the spirit of 1960s 8mm analogue technology.
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Tribit Stormbox Mini Plus review: an budget Bluetooth speaker that does the basics but sadly lacks sonic oomph
The Tribit Stormbox Mini Plus is a solid pool-side vacation listen, but this Bluetooth speaker's lack of sonic oomph make it only a short-term option.
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Garmin Venu X1 review: The most innovative Garmin watch in years, and a genuine Apple Watch Ultra rival
The Garmin Venu X1 offers a bold, bright screen, tons of tools and a slender redesign, albeit at the expense of battery life.
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I watched Wednesday season 2, part 1 and the family drama makes it even better than its predecessor
Wednesday season 2 is off to a great start and I'm already counting down the days to part 2.
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I'm a serial iPhone buyer, but the Google Pixel 10 Pro in Moonstone will test my loyalty to Apple
Google's Pixel 10 Pro design is tempting me away from the iPhone 17 Pro.
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Don't wait for the Pixel 10 – get the Pixel 9a right now for a record-low price
The Google Pixel 9a drops to $399 at Amazon ahead of the launch of the next range of Google Pixel phones.
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New Google Pixel 10 rumor suggests it could ditch physical SIMs and go eSIM only
Google could follow Apple in dropping the physical SIM card slot on its flagship phones in the US.
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How to connect your Android phone to a Windows PC using Phone Link
Want to connect your Windows PC/laptop and Android phone? Here's what you need to know.
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5 ways the Google Pixel 10 Pro can get ahead of the iPhone 17 Pro and Galaxy S26 Ultra
With these 5 upgrades, the Google Pixel 10 can get a head start on the iPhone 17 Pro and Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra.
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Verizon just brought back its best iPhone deal this year – get an iPhone 16 Pro Max for free without a trade-in
New at Verizon this week is a deal that gets you an iPhone 16 Pro Max or iPhone 16 Pro for free on a new line, without the need for an annoying trade-in.
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Twigby Mobile's excellent intro deal is still available – get three months of unlimited data for just $25/mo
Don't miss your chance to try out Twigby Mobile for super-cheap with this excellent intro deal.
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Laptops & Computing
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Meta CTO teases ‘big wearables announcements’ for later this year but makes no VR headset promises
Meta’s CTO is already hinting at what we’ll see at Meta Connect 2025, and therefore what we won't see.
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Quordle hints and answers for Tuesday, August 12 (game #1296)
Looking for Quordle clues? We can help. Plus get the answers to Quordle today and past solutions.
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NYT Strands hints and answers for Tuesday, August 12 (game #527)
Looking for NYT Strands answers and hints? Here's all you need to know to solve today's game, including the spangram.
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A $599 MacBook could actually be coming – and even as a hardened Windows fan, I'd be tempted to take the plunge
There's more chatter about a cheap MacBook, and rumored $599 price would indeed 'shake up the notebook market' - to put it mildly.
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The Dell XPS 13 is the ultimate college or work laptop - and right now it has a record-low deal
Dell XPS 13 drops to $819.99 at Dell
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Desperate for a cheap GPU? AMD's RX 7400 just arrived – but I'd forget about that, and start hoping the rumored Intel B380 is real
I wouldn't bet on the new AMD RX 7400 being your budget GPU savior – that might be Intel's B380 instead.
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NYT Wordle today — answer and my hints for game #1514, Monday, August 11
Looking for Wordle hints? I can help. Plus get the answers to Wordle today and yesterday.
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Apple
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A $599 MacBook could actually be coming – and even as a hardened Windows fan, I'd be tempted to take the plunge
There's more chatter about a cheap MacBook, and rumored $599 price would indeed 'shake up the notebook market' - to put it mildly.
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I'm a serial iPhone buyer, but the Google Pixel 10 Pro in Moonstone will test my loyalty to Apple
Google's Pixel 10 Pro design is tempting me away from the iPhone 17 Pro.
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5 ways the Google Pixel 10 Pro can get ahead of the iPhone 17 Pro and Galaxy S26 Ultra
With these 5 upgrades, the Google Pixel 10 can get a head start on the iPhone 17 Pro and Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra.
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The newest M3-powered iPad Air plummets to a rock-bottom price
The iPad Air M3 11-inch drops to a record-low price of $449 at Amazon.
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Best Buy launches a massive weekend Apple sale – here are the 15 top deals I'd buy on MacBooks, iPads, AirPods, and more
Best Buy has launched a big Apple sale this weekend, so I've looked through the offers and picked out the 15 best deals I'd buy on MacBooks, iPads, AirPods, and more.
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Alien: Earth star teases his mysterious cyborg character in the Hulu sci-fi horror show: 'he's an iPhone 1 in a world of iPhone 20s'
Alien: Earth actor Babou Ceesay lifts the lid on what fans can expect from the duplicitous Morrow.
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Thinking about getting a Shudder streaming subscription? This heartbreaking horror movie with 95% on Rotten Tomatoes is the perfect excuse
Shudder is the horror movie streaming service that gets even better year on year, but if you still don’t have a subscription, this 95% Rotten Tomatoes critic rated movie will change your mind.
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'Alien: Earth' release schedule: when will episodes 1 and 2 launch on Hulu and Disney+?
Alien: Earth will premiere on Hulu and Disney+ this week – here are the release dates and launch times you need to know about.
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The Gilded Age season 3 finale solved its biggest cliffhanger in such an underwhelming way – here's why I’m already hoping that George never returns to the show
I can’t help but be worried about The Gilded Age season 4 when the George and Bertha storyline in season 3’s finale felt as pointless as wearing socks on a beach.
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Spider-Man: Brand New Day behind-the-scenes footage is a breath of fresh air for a Marvel movie, but I don't think it'll last
Spider-Man 4's backstage-access videos are warming my heart, but I still expect them to be an exception to the Marvel norm.
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TVs
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What are the real-world differences between LG's cheapest and flagship OLED TVs? I compared them side-by-side and here's what I learned
What are the real-world differences between entry-level and premium OLED TVs? I compared the LG B5 and LG G5 side-by-side to find out.
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This fantastic and highly-rated 55-inch TCL Mini-LED TV is down to $699.99 at Best Buy
We scored this TCL QM7K Mini-LED TV four and a half stars out of five and it's now a whopping $600 off at Best Buy.
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The 5 best TVs for back-to-school
All work and no play... We've found the best TVs for students heading back to school to help with movie nights and studying.
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I thought I knew home theater bass until I experienced an 11.13.8-channel demo with an ‘infrasonic’ 32-inch subwoofer
The Ascendo/Trinnov demo at Audio Advice Live 25 reached a new high in Dolby Atmos immersion, and a new low in bass reproduction.
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LG B5 review: LG's entry-level OLED TV offers impressive pictures for the price
The LG B5 may be nearly identical to its predecessor, but it's still a great OLED TV with all the features you could need.
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The best 48-, 49- and 50-inch TVs for every budget
The best 48, 49 and 50-inch TVs can provide a lot of value and performance in a reasonable amount of space.
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This budget soundbar from Bose is an absolute steal at $199.99 on Best Buy
Pick up this Bose TV speaker for $199.99 at Best Buy
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Audio
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I tried the Moises Music AI update and it's changed the way I experience music on my Windows laptop
Moises' real-time sound separation at an API level opened up some seriously cool potential
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The Marshall Kilburn III is my favorite Bluetooth speaker of 2025 – here are 3 reasons why I’d buy it today
The Marshall Kilburn III has it all – stunning looks, jaw-droppingly good sound quality, and enough battery to last for days on end.
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Polk Audio wants to power up your patio or pool with its updated Atrium speakers
The speakers to provide bangers while you BBQ – or a soundtrack for every post-work swim
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As more Google Pixel Buds 2a leaks emerge, we've got good news and bad…
The Google Pixel Buds 2a may be going up in price – and by more than just a bit
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Save $70 on some of our favorite four-star Beats earbuds
The excellent Beats Studio Buds Plus drop to just under $100 at Amazon
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Tribit Stormbox Mini Plus review: an budget Bluetooth speaker that does the basics but sadly lacks sonic oomph
The Tribit Stormbox Mini Plus is a solid pool-side vacation listen, but this Bluetooth speaker's lack of sonic oomph make it only a short-term option.
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The best budget earbuds, all real-world tested by our expert audio team
The best budget wireless and wired earbuds you can buy today, with options from Sony, Nothing, EarFun, JLab and more.
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Health & Fitness
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Shot Scope G6 review: sometimes simplicity is best
The Shot Scope G6 is a feature-packed entry-level golf watch that shows that simplicity can sometimes be the key to a great product.
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Garmin Venu X1 review: The most innovative Garmin watch in years, and a genuine Apple Watch Ultra rival
The Garmin Venu X1 offers a bold, bright screen, tons of tools and a slender redesign, albeit at the expense of battery life.
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Google’s Pixel Watch 4 reportedly revealed in a massive leak just weeks ahead of launch
A huge leak has unveiled the Google Pixel Watch 4’s upcoming features weeks ahead of its launch.
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Cameras
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Photography and hiking are my idea of a dream weekend – this is the perfect camera system I take into the great outdoors
You can get top quality photos from a rugged lightweight camera
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I’ve just found a couple of travel tripods that surprise and excite me in equal measure, while the video version is truly something special
The Ulanzi GlideGo Travel Tripod and GlideGo Video Tripod are a unique pair of tripods offering unique features and functionality that could make a creative difference.
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The DJI Osmo Nano is the latest DJI action camera to leak ahead of its official release
We've got another DJI leak to tell you about, and this one concerns a compact action camera.
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I tested Camp Snap’s retro video camera – and it’s a cut-price portal to a simpler time
Camp Snap has followed up its cult point-and-shoot stills snapper with a similarly stripped-back, nostalgia-fuelled camcorder channelling the spirit of 1960s 8mm analogue technology.
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Home
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I'm a certified barista, and these are the top 3 quiet coffee machines I recommend for calmer mornings
Does your bean-to-cup machine leave your ears ringing? Here are three quieter alternatives
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Dreame, please fix these issues with your hair styler gadget – I'd love to be able to recommend it as an Airwrap alternative
The AirStyle Pro has the potential to be a serious Dyson Airwrap rival, but for two simple mis-steps.
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The new Casabrews 5418 Pro is the tiniest espresso machine I've tested, but it packs an impressive punch
Could this little wonder take the title of "best budget espresso machine"?
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Dyson Purifier Hot+Cool Gen1 HP10 purifying fan review: an efficient 3-in-1 appliance that's a great space-saver, if you have the budget for it
Offering efficient heating, cooling, and air purifying in a compact package, this little Dyson has a lot to offer.
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Buying guides
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The best budget earbuds, all real-world tested by our expert audio team
The best budget wireless and wired earbuds you can buy today, with options from Sony, Nothing, EarFun, JLab and more.
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The best photo book services, all tested and compared by our experts
The best photo books to protect your precious memories from big names including Snapfish, Mixbook, Shutterfly and more.
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The best earbuds for every budget, all TechRadar tested and recommended
Our carefully considered pick of the best earbuds, including wireless and wired options from the best brands in the business.
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The best 48-, 49- and 50-inch TVs for every budget
The best 48, 49 and 50-inch TVs can provide a lot of value and performance in a reasonable amount of space.
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The best home security cameras 2025: indoor, outdoor, and subscription-free cams
We've tested masses of security cameras in our own homes to bring you this guide to the very best.
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Best iPhone 2025
We've tested and ranked the best iPhones, from the supersized iPhone 16 Pro Max to the budget-friendly iPhone 16e.
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The best coffee maker 2025: espresso and filter made easy
Coffee makers that you can rely on to produce consistently delicious results, whatever style you prefer.
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Deals
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I adore the Sony WH1000XM4 headphones and they’re currently on sale with one of the best deals this year
The Sony WH1000XM4 headphones are my favorite headphones and they're on sale now at Best Buy, just in time for heading back to college.
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The Dell XPS 13 is the ultimate college or work laptop - and right now it has a record-low deal
Dell XPS 13 drops to $819.99 at Dell
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Don't wait for the Pixel 10 – get the Pixel 9a right now for a record-low price
The Google Pixel 9a drops to $399 at Amazon ahead of the launch of the next range of Google Pixel phones.
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This fantastic and highly-rated 55-inch TCL Mini-LED TV is down to $699.99 at Best Buy
We scored this TCL QM7K Mini-LED TV four and a half stars out of five and it's now a whopping $600 off at Best Buy.
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Save $70 on some of our favorite four-star Beats earbuds
The excellent Beats Studio Buds Plus drop to just under $100 at Amazon
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This self-emptying robot vacuum from Roborock is less than half-price at Amazon
A good price for a budget robot vacuum with a self-emptying dock
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Serta Coupons for August 2025
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Software
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Meta CTO teases ‘big wearables announcements’ for later this year but makes no VR headset promises
Meta’s CTO is already hinting at what we’ll see at Meta Connect 2025, and therefore what we won't see.
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Only two things are stopping me from moving to SteamOS on my desktop PC permanently – the moment they're addressed, I'll be saying 'adiós', Windows 11
The end is almost here for me and Windows 11 on my desktop PC. It's just a matter of time till I switch to SteamOS, but I just need two things to be addressed before I commit to it.
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Microsoft reveals a surprising catch to extended support for Windows 10 that's going to seriously annoy some people
Microsoft has been cracking down on local accounts with Windows, and this could be seen as another push in that direction.
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Microsoft's Gaming Copilot AI is now in Windows 11's Game Bar - and I can't decide whether this is a good or bad thing
Microsoft's Gaming Copilot is now in Windows 11's Game Bar - and it looks nifty, but I'm worried about the AI on handhelds.
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NYT Connections hints and answers for Tuesday, August 12 (game #793)
Looking for NYT Connections answers and hints? Here's all you need to know to solve today's game, plus my commentary on the puzzles.
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The Steam Deck OLED's RAM is now upgradable via unofficial modding, but I'd avoid it for one big reason
The Steam Deck 2 isn't here yet and might not be for a long while, but a hardware modder has just upgraded the OLED model's RAM for better performance, a process that isn't ideal for beginners.
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WWE 2K25 shows the Switch 2 is lightyears ahead of its predecessor when it comes to sports games, and I couldn’t be happier
WWE 2K25 on Switch 2 is much more than a box ticked for the long-running series - it’s a flag planted for sports games on Nintendo hardware.
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NYT Connections hints and answers for Monday, August 11 (game #792)
Looking for NYT Connections answers and hints? Here's all you need to know to solve today's game, plus my commentary on the puzzles.
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VPN
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Surfshark makes waves with 70% faster speeds thanks to new FastTrack feature
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ExpressVPN finally supports WireGuard, but adds post-quantum security
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Canal+ and beIn Sports force VPNs to block illegal WTA tennis and F1 streams
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The best free VPN in 2025
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The best VPN service 2025
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Reddit or X not loading? NordVPN might tell you why
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Nearly 90% of Iranians now use a VPN to bypass internet censorship – here's everything we know
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Google Finance wants to start using AI to solve all your money questions
Google Finance users set for AI boost to help understand data and answer pressing questions
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US Judiciary System says it was hacked, is taking steps to strengthen cybersecurity
Someone is attacking the court's file management systems in an attempt to steal sensitive documents.
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Intel CEO set to meet President Trump following tirade of attacks and 'immediate resignation' demands
Trump has accused Intel CEO Tan of having major 'conflicts of interest,' but fails to see the hypocrisy.
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Massive Columbia University data breach affects nearly 900,000 past and present students - here's what was leaked, and how to stay safe
Hackers bragged about stealing 460 GB of sensitive data from Columbia University.
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