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I spoke to Chris Hemsworth about all things fitness for the new Disney+ show Limitless
From Avengers: Doomsday to performing with Ed Sheeran in a sold-out arena, is there anything Chris Hemsworth can’t master? Not judging by his secret fitness tips for a healthy life.
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Want to use Spotify to improve your wellbeing? These are 3 features I use to get me through the day
From workout playlists to sleep sounds, these are 3 Spotify wellness features I use all the time.
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The Ninja FrostVault Go is a cooler you wear on your back, and I was blown away by its chilling powers
I left this backpack cooler in a hot car during a heatwave... and my beers were miraculously still cold at the end of the day.
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I walked 10,000 steps every day for a week – and used 3 techniques to make it easy
3 simple strategies I used to hit that magic, arbitrary steps goal.
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3 gadgets came in handy on my multi-day canoe trip – but there was one more I wish I'd brought
I took a ridiculously powerful GPS watch, complete with a built-in flashlight – but forgot my camera.
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Aukey Spark Mini 20000 review: A smart and simple power bank with little to make it stand out from the crowd
The Aukey Spark Mini 20000 looks sleek and is easy to live with – but is that enough at this price point?
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Groov-e Wave Glow review: a portable, budget Bluetooth speaker that sadly doesn't sound good enough to make the grade
The Groov-e Wave Glow does indeed glow and some of its features are groovy, but the sound quality just isn't good enough for a higher star-rating
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Ugreen Nexode Power Bank 20000mAh 165W review: a useful charger with plenty of power but too much heft
The Ugreen Nexode Power Bank 20000mAh 165W has plenty of power – but is it really suitable for your larger devices?
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Cherry XTRFY MX 3.1 review: an underwhelming mechanical gaming keyboard eclipsed by better value alternatives
The Cherry XTRFY MX 3.1 is a wired mechanical keyboard with a premium build – but does it do enough to compete in today’s marketplace?
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Campfire Audio Relay review: a worthwhile portable USB headphone amp/DAC, but take it for a test drive before buying
The Campfire Audio Relay is a solid and compact headphone amp/DAC but needs a performance taste-test before you buy it.
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Night Always Comes has just hit Netflix, and Julia Fox is unironically the best part of Vanessa Kirby’s complex caper
Vanessa Kirby only has one night to raise $25,000 to keep her family home in the new Netflix movie Night Always Comes, but that isn’t always as heartstopping as you might think.
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AMD Ryzen Threadripper 9980X review
The Threadripper 9980X sets a new standard in multi-core performance for top-tier creative and technical workloads, but it's not right for everyone.
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These final Pixel 10 leaks reveal almost everything about Google's next flagship – including a potentially controversial change
There are so many Pixel 10 leaks today that we're struggling to keep up with them all.
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The iPhone's Camera Control could be the new MacBook Touch Bar, according to sketchy rumor that says iPhone 18 will drop it
The iPhone 17 series might be the last phones with a Camera Control button according to one source, but we have our doubts.
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Aukey Spark Mini 20000 review: A smart and simple power bank with little to make it stand out from the crowd
The Aukey Spark Mini 20000 looks sleek and is easy to live with – but is that enough at this price point?
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UpdatedThe best camera phone 2025
We've tested all of the best camera phones and can tell you what they do best
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4 surprising ways you can gain control of your kid's screen time on the iPhone and iPad
Apple is upgrading its approach to parental controls across its ecosystem. We check out the best updates.
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Google Messages is rolling out an essential embarrassment saving feature to Android users
Google Messages is finally giving users the ability to delete messages from everyone’s devices.
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The iPhone 17e could get these 3 upgrades according to a new leak – including the super-useful Dynamic Island
The iPhone 17e could have an overhauled design, ditch the notch, and gain a new chipset – but some of its predecessor's issues might remain.
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UpdatedBug in Windows 11 update reportedly breaks some SSDs - and Microsoft says it's now 'investigating'
The latest Windows 11 update could spell trouble for SSDs, but let's not get carried away yet.
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The rumored M5 Pro Mac mini could be the perfect little gaming box, and I can’t wait to try it
The M5 Mac mini might be the device that finally convinces me to say goodbye to the M1.
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NYT Wordle today — answer and my hints for game #1523, Wednesday, August 20
Looking for Wordle hints? I can help. Plus get the answers to Wordle today and yesterday.
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The Lossless Scaling plugin is the best thing that could happen for SteamOS handhelds, and performance results prove it
There's more proof that Valve's SteamOS is the go-to for handheld gamers, with performance results from the new Decky Loader plugin on the Lenovo Legion Go S.
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UK agrees to drop its Apple encryption backdoor request – but digital rights experts aren't ready to celebrate
For now, the power to undermine encryption remains in the UK law under the Investigatory Powers Act. Digital rights experts now call for an amendment.
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Quordle hints and answers for Wednesday, August 20 (game #1304)
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 Wednesday, August 20 (game #535)
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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The iPhone's Camera Control could be the new MacBook Touch Bar, according to sketchy rumor that says iPhone 18 will drop it
The iPhone 17 series might be the last phones with a Camera Control button according to one source, but we have our doubts.
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The rumored M5 Pro Mac mini could be the perfect little gaming box, and I can’t wait to try it
The M5 Mac mini might be the device that finally convinces me to say goodbye to the M1.
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What are the best AirPods to buy today? I've used every model since 2016, and here are my recommendations
Are the AirPods Pro 2, AirPods 4 or AirPods Max the best value? Here's how I'd spend my money
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UK agrees to drop its Apple encryption backdoor request – but digital rights experts aren't ready to celebrate
For now, the power to undermine encryption remains in the UK law under the Investigatory Powers Act. Digital rights experts now call for an amendment.
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The iPhone 17e could get these 3 upgrades according to a new leak – including the super-useful Dynamic Island
The iPhone 17e could have an overhauled design, ditch the notch, and gain a new chipset – but some of its predecessor's issues might remain.
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'Alien: Earth' release schedule: when will episode 4 launch on Hulu and Disney+?
Here's when Alien: Earth episode 4 will debut on Hulu and Disney+.
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Exclusive'More propulsive': Invasion creator says Apple TV+’s slow-burn sci-fi show is set for big changes in season 3
Invasion creator Simon Kinberg talks season 3’s prime aliens, sophisticated storytelling and being a movie score nerd.
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BreakingFallout season 2 trailer reveals who's playing Mr. House, a Deathclaw, and an official release date for the hit Prime Video show's return
Fallout season 2 will premiere on Prime Video in mid-December – and its first trailer just teased the live-action show's take on a Deathclaw.
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UpdatedSling TV cost: subscription plans, current deals and price compared to YouTube TV, DirecTV, Philo and more
Save on your cable bill without losing your favorite shows or missing out on live programming with a range of Sling TV prices and packages available.
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Steven Knight’s House of Guinness looks nothing like Peaky Blinders, and another hit Netflix series already proves it
Peaky Blinders creator Steven Knight is bringing new series House of Guinness to Netflix, but I think it looks far more like another hit show on the streamer in its first-look photos.
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Hot dealsThe cheapest OLED TV deals and sales in August 2025
Your guide to the best OLED TV deals with incredible sales from brands like Sony, LG, and more.
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LG TVs are the first to get 4K 120Hz Nvidia GeForce NOW game streaming – anyone want RTX 5080 power without the cost?
LG OLED TVs and monitors are getting a massive gaming upgrade
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I compared Panasonic and Sony's 2025 OLED TVs to see which has the better sound – and there’s an obvious winner
Panasonic and Sony TVs have the best built-in sound on the market, but who comes out on top in a side-by-side test?
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One of the best budget TVs you can buy is down to a record-low price on Amazon
The best budget TV around is now cheaper than ever. Here's why you need the Roku Pro Series 65-inch QLED TV in your life.
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I found the best way to hang the LG C5 OLED TV – I'll never use bolts and studs again
Wall-mounting your new TV doesn't have to mean drilling into two-by-four studs. Using the Hang Smart system, you can instead hang it like a picture frame.
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Best Labor Day TV sales 2025: today's best early deals from $69.99
I'm rounding up today's best early Labor Day TV sales, which include record-low prices on 4K, QLED, and OLED displays, with prices starting at just $69.99.
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UpdatedThe best Samsung TV for all budgets, tested by our reviewers
Love Samsung TVs but not sure which one to buy? Our guide to the best Samsung TVs can help you find what you're looking for.
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Groov-e Wave Glow review: a portable, budget Bluetooth speaker that sadly doesn't sound good enough to make the grade
The Groov-e Wave Glow does indeed glow and some of its features are groovy, but the sound quality just isn't good enough for a higher star-rating
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What are the best AirPods to buy today? I've used every model since 2016, and here are my recommendations
Are the AirPods Pro 2, AirPods 4 or AirPods Max the best value? Here's how I'd spend my money
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The Sony XM4 are still the headphones to beat – and I'm recommending them again at this incredible low price on Amazon
The Sony WH-1000XM4 are still some of the best headphones you can buy and they're now down to under $200 on Amazon.
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Pro-Ject's new affordable tube pre-amp for turntables could be the perfect next step in your analogue vinyl journey
Pro-Ject expands its pre-amplifier range with two valve-based phono stages, including one very affordable option for beginners who want to get more serious about analogue sound.
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Spotify’s new rival to Apple Music’s AutoMix is here to upgrade your playlists – and I think it’s the better DJ too
Spotify just dropped its version of Apple Music's AutoMix, and it's quite a big addition to the service. Here's how I got on with using it for the first time.
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Want to use Spotify to improve your wellbeing? These are 3 features I use to get me through the day
From workout playlists to sleep sounds, these are 3 Spotify wellness features I use all the time.
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A gentle reminder to clean your earbuds and headphones: study reveals they may carry 10x more bacteria than a toilet seat
Your go-to buds or cans for a musical (or informative) commute may be harboring more nasties than you think…
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Garmin watches could finally get a key feature Apple's had for years – here's why it matters
New leaks claim that Garmin watches are about to get Apple Watch-style LTE connectivity.
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The Ninja FrostVault Go is a cooler you wear on your back, and I was blown away by its chilling powers
I left this backpack cooler in a hot car during a heatwave... and my beers were miraculously still cold at the end of the day.
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3 gadgets came in handy on my multi-day canoe trip – but there was one more I wish I'd brought
I took a ridiculously powerful GPS watch, complete with a built-in flashlight – but forgot my camera.
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Sigma reveals super-bright lens for astrophotography fans – plus a new world-first for pro sports shooters
Sigma reveals two superb-looking lenses; the 12mm F1.4 for APS-C mirrorless cameras, plus the 200mm F2 for full-frame, with sales starting on September 4.
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I review drones for a living and I’m more excited about the DJI Mini 5 Pro than the Insta360 Antigravity A1 – here’s why
The rumored DJI Mini 5 Pro may be 'just' another Mini drone, but there are some major reasons to think it'll be a massive game-changer – perhaps more than the Antigravity A1.
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Insta360's Antigravity A1 drone has landed – here are 5 things you need to know about the world’s first 360 drone
The Antigravity A1 has just been announced, and these are the main things potential buyers need to be aware of, including safety, release dates and control methods.
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I had a blast flying Insta360's Antigravity – trust me, it’s the most exciting drone for years, with heaps of video-making potential
The new Antigravity A1 is the world's first 360 drone, equipped with 8K video recording and a complete 360-degree view through a dedicated headset.
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Buying GuideI've tested almost every Dyson vacuum – these are my top recommendations for a range of different customers
Your guide to the best Dyson vacuums for a range of budgets and needs.
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The best air purifier 2025: 8 excellent purifiers, tried and tested by experts
We've rounded up the most effective air purifiers around, for a range of room sizes and budgets.
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The best wet-dry vacuum cleaner 2025: recommended by expert reviewers
We've tested a range of wet and dry vacuums from leading brands – here are the ones that came out on top.
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This fabulous 4-in-1 air purifying table is on offer right now – here’s why it’s a deal worth taking
There's a great deal on this air purifying table that will hold your keys, charge your phone, and more.
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Buying Guide
I've tested almost every Dyson vacuum – these are my top recommendations for a range of different customers
Your guide to the best Dyson vacuums for a range of budgets and needs.
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The best camera phone 2025
We've tested all of the best camera phones and can tell you what they do best
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The best air purifier 2025: 8 excellent purifiers, tried and tested by experts
We've rounded up the most effective air purifiers around, for a range of room sizes and budgets.
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What are the best AirPods to buy today? I've used every model since 2016, and here are my recommendations
Are the AirPods Pro 2, AirPods 4 or AirPods Max the best value? Here's how I'd spend my money
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The best wet-dry vacuum cleaner 2025: recommended by expert reviewers
We've tested a range of wet and dry vacuums from leading brands – here are the ones that came out on top.
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The best foldable phones 2025: best flip phones and tablet foldables
The best foldable phones, from the new Google Pixel Fold to the latest Samsung Flip and more
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The best Samsung TV for all budgets, tested by our reviewers
Love Samsung TVs but not sure which one to buy? Our guide to the best Samsung TVs can help you find what you're looking for.
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The cheapest OLED TV deals and sales in August 2025
Your guide to the best OLED TV deals with incredible sales from brands like Sony, LG, and more.
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The Sony XM4 are still the headphones to beat – and I'm recommending them again at this incredible low price on Amazon
The Sony WH-1000XM4 are still some of the best headphones you can buy and they're now down to under $200 on Amazon.
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Sling TV cost: subscription plans, current deals and price compared to YouTube TV, DirecTV, Philo and more
Save on your cable bill without losing your favorite shows or missing out on live programming with a range of Sling TV prices and packages available.
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Amazon has a massive tech sale ahead of Labor Day – AirPods, TVs, and smart home gadgets from $18
Amazon has a massive sale on tech gadgets ahead of Labor Day, and I'm rounding up the 25 best deals that I'd buy on TVs, smart home devices, AirPods, tablets, and more.
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The best MacBook Air deals in August 2025
All of the best MacBook Air deals in one place, including the lowest prices for the latest M4 models.
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The best MacBook Pro deals in August 2025
We've rounded up all the best MacBook Pro deals available right now so you can pay the lowest price for Apple's premium laptop.
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MPB Discount Codes for August 2025
SPONSORED Add one of these MPB discount codes to your order for better-priced camera equipment.
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FlexiSpot Discount Codes for August 2025
SPONSORED Add one of these FlexiSpot Discount Codes to your order to save on the brand's ergonomic furniture for office & home.
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Bug in Windows 11 update reportedly breaks some SSDs - and Microsoft says it's now 'investigating'
The latest Windows 11 update could spell trouble for SSDs, but let's not get carried away yet.
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I was about to upgrade to Windows 11, but I've decided to stick with Windows 10 – here's why
Are you preparing to upgrade to Windows 11? There are reasons you might want to stay on Windows 10 for the time being.
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Windows 11 could finally get a finished dark mode – but I can't believe how long it's taken
Fed up with Windows 11's dark mode remaining unfinished? Here's some good news.
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The next Meta smart glasses might have a much more sensible launch price
Meta’s next-gen smart glasses might not be as expensive as was originally feared.
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How to set up a Minecraft server in 2025
Want to know how to set up a Minecraft server with your friends? Here's all you need to know with step-by-step instructions.
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The best Minecraft mods 2025 - enrich your game
Minecraft is a highly customizable game with thousands of mods to check out. We pick out some of our favorites for improving the game.
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How to breed villagers in Minecraft
Keen to make your Minecraft world more active? Here's how to breed villagers in Minecraft so your village soon expands.
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Here's how to download Minecraft for PC. We'll help you make the right choice between the differing versions.
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Mullvad is set to remove support for OpenVPN in six months – here's why
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Germany's possible ad blocker ban could threaten user freedom and privacy, says Mozilla
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International VPN Day: a privacy solution or "a loophole that needs closing" – here's what's at stake
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NordVPN is killing Meshnet – here's all we know
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Stop homework headaches: Get the tool that boosts your kid's focus
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New laptop? Don't forget this $2 privacy essential for students
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Proton VPN expands Linux capabilities with new split tunneling feature
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UK firms at at risk of more cyber incidents - here's how to stay protected
57% of UK cyberattacks have happened in the past 18 months, but companies aren't ready to respond to incidents.
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Python isn't dead - despite funding cuts, programming language powers on
Developers are still using Python for data tasks and AI, but many are still using older releases, putting productivity at risk.
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Almost all GenAI pilots companies deploy are failing - so are they really worth the hype?
AI guzzles water and energy, but so far, it’s not really backed up by results.
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Top casino gaming firm Bragg says it was hit by a cyberattack - but the hackers may not have struck the jackpot
The attack doesn't seem to have caused much trouble, but Bragg says it is still investigating.
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