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UnitedHealth says it is facing DOJ investigation over Medicare billing practices

UnitedHealth Group revealed Thursday it is facing a Department of Justice investigation over its Medicare billing practices, adding to a string of setbacks for a company that owns the nation's largest and most powerful private insurer. In a securities filing, the company said it has started complying with formal criminal and civil requests from the DOJ, and that it reached out to the department after reports of the probes surfaced. UnitedHealth also said it has launched a third-party review of

Tesla Turns to a Classic Tactic to Spark a Buying Frenzy

If you’ve been thinking about buying a Tesla, the company has a direct and urgent message for you: the clock is ticking, and time is running out. During a conference call with analysts on Wednesday, Tesla’s Chief Financial Officer, Vaibhav Taneja, issued a stark warning to potential U.S. customers. The popular $7,500 federal tax credit for electric vehicles is set to expire permanently on September 30th, and the company is signaling that it may not be able to fulfill orders for customers who wa

Amazon is launching a cheaper color Kindle

is a news editor covering technology, gaming, and more. He joined The Verge in 2019 after nearly two years at Techmeme. After launching the Kindle Colorsoft last year — its first Kindle with a color screen — Amazon is adding two new iterations of the e-reader to its lineup today: a cheaper Colorsoft with 16GB of storage for $249.99 and a kids-focused bundle for $269.99. The Kindle Colorsoft Signature Edition will still be available for $279.99. “Our customers have loved reading Kindle in color

Every iPhone owner should use MagSafe - I can't live without these 7 favorite accessories

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These are the 5 weirdest wellness gadgets I never skip using - and how they work

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The best mechanical keyboards of 2025: I handpicked the top models available

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Trump Media Is Now a $2 Billion Bitcoin Bet

Trump Media isn’t just fighting Big Tech. It’s taking on Wall Street with a Bitcoin war chest big enough to rival corporate heavyweights. The company behind Truth Social and streaming platform Truth+ announced, on July 21, it had purchased $2 billion worth of Bitcoin and Bitcoin-related securities, converting two-thirds of its $3 billion in liquid assets into cryptocurrency. It’s one of the boldest corporate Bitcoin strategies ever seen, rivaling billionaire Michael Saylor’s MicroStrategy (now

Microsoft's Surface Laptop is finally getting the upgrade every business user has been waiting for

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The best VPNs for businesses and teams of 2025: Expert tested

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Slow internet speed on Linux? This 30-second fix makes all the difference

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The fastest US mobile carriers and ISPs in 2025, ranked

Artur Debat / Getty Images T-Mobile has again earned top marks as the fastest mobile carrier in the land. In a new report released Wednesday, Speedtest provider Ookla highlighted the Uncarrier for providing the top mobile network in the US during the first half of the year. Also: The fastest Wi-Fi 7 internet providers in the US, ranked (Disclosure: Ookla is owned by Ziff Davis, ZDNET's parent company.) The top US mobile carriers In its report, Ookla cites T-Mobile for having the best and fa

As Tesla’s Sales Dwindle, a Critical Revenue Source Is Running Dry

Despite the occasional stock market rally, Tesla is clearly struggling. The EV company, once the crown jewel of its industry, has seen steep declines over the past year, as its CEO, Elon Musk, continues to draw criticism over his political activities. Sales for the company are down all over the world, despite its recent introduction to new markets, like India. Now, as Tesla struggles to keep its head above water, another significant revenue stream is about to run dry, thanks largely to Musk’s fo

The best Android antivirus apps of 2025: Expert tested

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The best remote access software of 2025: Expert tested

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The best Roku VPNs in 2025: Expert tested

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Your Samsung phone has a hidden Wi-Fi menu that's seriously useful - how to turn it on

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The Beats Studio Buds Plus are on sale for 65% off at Best Buy - but there's a catch

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These Sony headphones are a fan favorite - and they're on sale at Amazon

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The Best Places to Get Low-Cost Eye Exams, Glasses and Contacts Without Vision Insurance

Vision is our most important sense, which makes taking care of it essential. 93 million American adults are at high risk for serious vision loss, but only half of them have visited an eye doctor's office in the last 12 months, according to the CDC. This makes more sense once you consider a 2022 study that found 63% of Americans don't have vision insurance, as an eye exam, glasses and contact lenses can add up without it. If you don't have one either and are wondering if paying out of pocket for

Walmart is selling the latest Apple Pencil Pro for the exact same price as the older Apple Pencil 2nd Gen

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Some Jobs Are Too Good to Be True, Especially in a Tough Labor Market

ArtMarie/Getty Images The job market feels tougher than ever right now, despite relatively low unemployment rates. So imagine being one of the 1.6 million Americans hunting for a job for at least six months, then, at long last, you get an unprompted message from a recruiter. You're offered a work-from-home position, making thousands of dollars a day. All you have to do is fill out a form with your personal information or in some cases, pay for a starter business kit. Too good to be true, righ

Nothing just launched a stylish $99 smartwatch - with a reported 13-day battery

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How the Trump administration changed AI: A timeline

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A big problem for Tesla isn't getting much attention

CNN — For years, Tesla has earned billions of dollars from its competitors just for selling electric vehicles. But that windfall is about to go away, just when the company may need it the most. Regulatory credit sales have been a huge source of revenue for the automaker, which currently faces a sales and profit slump. Legacy automakers purchase credits from Tesla to keep selling gas-burning cars that would otherwise violate emission regulations and cost them a fine. But the Republican tax and

This smart luggage lock is more secure than my AirTags (and it's 20% off)

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Headspace annual subscriptions are 40 percent off right now

Engadget has been testing and reviewing consumer tech since 2004. Our stories may include affiliate links; if you buy something through a link, we may earn a commission. Read more about how we evaluate products . Like any habit, maintaining a meditation practice can be challenging. Having the right tools can make it a bit easier, which is why we're excited to see a subscription to Headspace is back on sale. Right now, you can get one year of Headspace for $42, down from $70. The 40 percent disc

Grab the Samsung Galaxy S25 for up to $553 off - here's how

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The best Lenovo laptops of 2025: Expert tested and reviewed

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Google Maps just made controlling your music a navigation nightmare (Updated: Working on a fix)

Ryan Haines / Android Authority TL;DR Google Maps v25.28 stable and v25.29 beta have removed in-app media playback controls. The removed feature allowed easy access to play, browse suggestions, or open the default music app. The functionality still exists on iOS, and Google has confirmed through a statement that this is a bug whose fix is being worked upon. Update, July 22, 2025 (02:44 AM ET): A Google spokesperson has shared the following statement for this issue: We’re actively working to