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The War for the Web Has Begun

gizmodo.com Luc Olinga 2025-12-04 04:54:30

A high-stakes war has just broken out over the future of the internet. In one corner is Cloudflare, a giant of web infrastructure that acts as a gatekeeper for a huge portion of online traffic. In the other is Perplexity, a darling of the AI world, a search engine threatening to upend Google’s dominance. The accusation is explosive: Cloudflare claims Perplexity is a bad actor, a rogue bot that ignores the internet’s oldest rules to secretly scrape data from websites that have explicitly told it

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China Shows Off Armed Attack Robots

futurism.com Unknown 2025-12-04 08:09:57

It's no secret that China is blazing full-steam into the future, developing technological marvels like levitating bullet trains, robot boxing fights, and a supercomputer network in space. But as geopolitical tensions simmer, the People's Republic is also using its technological savvy to build cutting-edge weapons tech. The Chinese state broadcaster CCTV recently released a brief video series showing off its newly developed "robot wolves," equipped with combat rifles, in simulated combat drills

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Facebook and Instagram may be down for some users

9to5mac.com Zac Hall 2025-12-04 09:22:24

Meta is apparently experiencing some capacity of server issues today. According to Downdetector, user reports of Facebook and Instagram not refreshing have spiked recently. Meta hasn’t acknowledged any outage on its system status page yet, and Facebook appears to be loading fine here. But if you’re having issues loading either app today, Downdetector shows that you’re not alone. ❗️Can't refresh your feed or messages on Facebook and Instagram? You're not alone! Downdetector users have been

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China Opens ‘Robot Mall,’ Its First Mall for Robots

gizmodo.com Bruce Gil 2025-12-04 14:40:25

China opened its first full-scale shopping center dedicated entirely to robots on Friday, as part of a broader push to bring robotics from research labs into people’s homes. The four-story Robot Mall, located in Beijing’s high-tech E-Town district, showcases more than 100 robots from over 40 brands, including Chinese companies like Ubtech Robotics and Unitree Robotics. The store operates like a car dealership, but for robots. It follows the “4S” model common in China, offering sales, service, s

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Google Finance redesign goes all in on AI, complete with a chatbot

engadget.com Unknown 2025-12-04 18:19:24

The Google Finance web app is getting a major overhaul with an emphasis on AI . This redesign includes an AI-powered chatbot, which will answer finance-based queries and provide relevant links. Here's hoping the chatbot will keep hallucinations to a minimum , given that people use the app to make financial decisions with real world consequences. The platform is also introducing new charting tools that the company says should help users understand asset performance. There will be options to view

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Apple's history is hiding in a Mac font

news.ycombinator.com Unknown 2025-11-30 02:31:54

Rome wasn't built in a day, and the same is true of desktop operating systems. The modern versions of Windows, macOS, and Linux we know and (sometimes) love today represent decades of iteration and overhauls, but much of that legacy is invisible. New design languages and interfaces show up every few years, and in the process, old applications and designs are covered up or replaced. It doesn't take long to find legacy holdovers in today's Windows 11—for example, that Windows 3.1-era file picker

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Google and Valve will kill “Steam for Chromebooks” experiment in January 2026

arstechnica.com Unknown 2025-12-04 18:40:53

Bad news if you're one of the handful of people using Steam to play games on a Chromebook: Google and Valve are preparing to end support for the still-in-beta ChromeOS version of Steam on January 1, 2026, according to 9to5Google. Steam can still be installed on Chromebooks, but it now comes with a notice announcing the end of support. “The Steam for Chromebook Beta program will conclude on January 1st, 2026," reads the notification. "After this date, games installed as part of the Beta will no

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What Does Consulting Do?

news.ycombinator.com Gert Bijnens 2025-12-04 22:52:49

This paper provides the first systematic and comprehensive empirical study of management and strategy consulting. We unveil the workings of this opaque industry by drawing on universal administrative business-to-business transaction data based on value-added tax links from Belgium (2002-2023). These data permit us to document the nature of consulting engagements, take-up patterns, and the effects on client firms. We document that consulting take-up is concentrated among large, high-labor-product

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‘The Batman Part II’ May Be Adding a New Member of the Bat-Family

gizmodo.com James Whitbrook 2025-12-05 04:00:48

Jordan Peele teases the horrors of Him. It’s bad news for Disney+’s Goosebumps show. Plus, Sebastian Stan is set to star in his own ‘Frankenstein’ adaptation. To me, my spoilers! The Batman, Part II Jeff Sneider’s latest Insneider Report newsletter claims that Robin plays a significant role in Matt Reeves’ The Batman sequel, with its script described as a “big swing” from Reeves and co-writer Mattson Tomlin. Radu Jude’s Frankenstein During a recent interview with Cultura la dubă (via World o

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The First Xbox Handheld Could Be Coming Sooner Than You Think

gizmodo.com Kyle Barr 2025-12-05 04:57:51

Microsoft may be ready to announce an official release date for its long-awaited Xbox handheld (or at least, the one that’s not actually being made by Xbox). The most recent reliable leaks suggest the Asus ROG Xbox Ally and Ally X will hit the scene in October, with Microsoft planning to share pricing and preorder info later this month. The end of the year is shaping up to be open season for handheld PCs, though I’m still biting my bottom lip to get used to the sting of what may be very expensiv

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OpenStore’s demise marks endgame for once-booming e-commerce aggregator market

cnbc.com Annie Palmer 2025-12-05 09:40:47

When venture capitalist Keith Rabois got into e-commerce, he couldn't stop buying brands. Now, everything must go. OpenStore, co-founded by Rabois in 2021, is shutting down nearly all of the 40-plus Shopify stores it acquired, and it's in the process of liquidating any remaining inventory by offering steep discounts to move merchandise. Earlier this week, the company announced it plans to focus solely on growing Jack Archer, the menswear brand it bought for $837,000 in 2022. The website addres

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How to watch Gamescom 2025 and what to expect

engadget.com Unknown 2025-12-05 09:00:24

It feels like Summer Game Fest is only just in our rear view mirror and yet there's another video game extravaganza on the horizon. Gamescom is the planet's largest gaming event and we're sure to find out about a bunch of interesting new games at the Opening Night Live showcase. Xbox is broadcasting from the show floor across two days, and there will be other presentations that are worth keeping an eye on. Gamescom is taking place between August 20 and 24 this year, and we're learning bits and

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4 apps you should use instead of Google News

androidauthority.com Unknown 2025-12-05 17:00:17

Andy Walker / Android Authority While Google News is a popular choice, its user interface and limited customization options might not be for everyone. I used the app for a long time, but I eventually moved on to something better. After trying countless alternatives, I found a few that offer a more personalized and streamlined experience. Some of these apps provide a highly tailored experience, while others let you get to the gist of a story much faster. While I’ve listed my favorite first, the

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Life-like robots for sale to the public as China opens new store

feeds.bbci.co.uk Unknown 2025-12-05 17:58:20

Life-like robots for sale to the public as China opens new store 3 hours ago Share Save Adam Hancock Business reporter Share Save Reuters A life-size humanoid replica of Albert Einstein at the store A new robot shop has opened in Beijing selling everything from mechanical butlers to human-like replicas of Albert Einstein. More than 100 types of products will be on sale at Robot Mall, which launched in the Chinese capital on Friday. The store is one of the first in the country to sell humanoid

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Heretic and Hexen have received a surprise remaster from Nightdive Studios

engadget.com Unknown 2025-12-06 14:57:47

Nightdive Studios and id Software have announced a surprise remaster of fantasy shooters Heretic and Hexen. The games are now available for modern consoles in a new release, dubbed Heretic + Hexen, that includes support for co-op, cross-platform multiplayer and community-published mods. Heretic + Hexen combines Heretic: Shadow of the Serpent Riders, Hexen: Beyond Heretic and Hexen: Deathkings of the Dark Citadel into a single bundle. On top of making the updates necessary to get the games runni

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How AI conquered the US economy: A visual FAQ

news.ycombinator.com Derek Thompson 2025-12-06 02:12:54

The American economy has split in two. There’s a rip-roaring AI economy. And there’s a lackluster consumer economy. You see it in the economic statistics. Last quarter, spending on artificial intelligence outpaced the growth in consumer spending. Without AI, US economic growth would be meager. You see it in stocks. In the last two years, about 60 percent of the stock market’s growth has come from AI-related companies, such as Microsoft, Nvidia, and Meta. Without the AI boom, stock market retur

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Meta’s prototype headsets show off the future of mixed reality

theverge.com Jay Peters 2025-12-06 23:29:12

is a news editor covering technology, gaming, and more. He joined The Verge in 2019 after nearly two years at Techmeme. Meta’s consumer VR headsets are already among the best you can get for their price points, but at a conference next week, the company is showing off some impressive-sounding research prototypes that could be a peek at what its headsets might be capable of in the future. One headset, called “Tiramisu,” brings a “new milestone for realism in VR,” Meta says in a blog post. Tiram

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Mark your calendar: The ROG Xbox Ally release date just leaked

androidauthority.com Unknown 2025-12-07 04:59:51

TL;DR The release date of the ROG Xbox Ally and Ally X will reportedly be October 16. The date comes from a leak focused on Europe, but other regions may follow suit. Xbox is expected to show off the handhelds and begin pre-sales during its Gamescom showcase on August 20. Xbox’s upcoming handhelds have been making waves since rumors about them began, but one key detail has remained elusive until now. A new report claims the official release date of the ROG Xbox Ally and Ally X will be on Octo

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Apple’s first OLED MacBook Pro might borrow a popular iPhone feature

9to5mac.com Zac Hall 2025-12-06 22:10:02

Samsung Display has reportedly secured Apple’s first OLED panel order for the MacBook Pro, marking a major milestone in the transition to OLED in Apple’s Mac lineup beginning in 2026. Does OLED mean Dynamic Island? According to Omdia (via Digitimes), Apple will switch to OLED for the MacBook Pro next year, with Samsung Display supplying the panels and likely enabling a shift to a pill-shaped camera cutout design. This could mean the MacBook Pro will feature the Dynamic Island first introduced

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Bouygues Telecom confirms data breach impacting 6.4 million customers

bleepingcomputer.com Unknown 2025-12-07 04:23:13

Bouygues Telecom warns it suffered a data breach after the personal information of 6.4 million customers was exposed in a cyberattack. The company is one of the largest telecommunication service providers in France, offering mobile, internet, and IPTV services. Bouygues Telecom has 14.5 million mobile subscribers, 9,000 employees, and an annual revenue of €56.8 billion ($66B). Bouygues Telecom confirmed in a FAQ and a press statement that the attack occurred last Sunday, August 4, 2025. Altho

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Next Year’s MacBook Pro Refresh Could Fix the Screen’s Ugliest Feature

gizmodo.com Kyle Barr 2025-12-07 04:10:55

Ever since Apple released its iPhone 14 Pro in 2022, Apple has had the answer to the absolute worst element of today’s MacBook displays. And still, the dreaded “notch” remained. The notch that hangs just below the top screen bezel, encompassing the webcam cutout, is like a stalactite hanging precariously above the main screen. The next MacBook Pro refresh could finally see Apple break out its chisel to remove the notch as it gears up for its most important laptop refresh of the last half-decade.

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Narwal’s Self-Cleaning, AI-Enhanced Robot Vacuum and Mop From CES Is Finally Ready to Buy

cnet.com See Full Bio 2025-12-07 12:00:00

Narwal has a pretty extensive lineup of robot vacuums, many of which we’ve tested in our roundup of the best robot vacuums. One of the latest additions to the lineup is the Narwal Flow, first announced at CES 2025. As the name suggests, the Flow is another high-end robot vacuum that focuses on mopping, but it also comes with more advanced AI navigation and the ability to self-clean and detangle itself. It’s now available for sale at $1,499 full price and $1,099 for presale. According to Narwal

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HBO Max is about to get ‘aggressive’ to stop password sharing

9to5mac.com Ryan Christoffel 2025-12-07 18:44:20

The days of streaming service password sharing seem to be ending fast. HBO Max just signaled that it’s about to launch an “aggressive” campaign to snuff out password sharing among subscribers. Here’s what that means. HBO Max plans to eliminate password sharing soon Last fall, HBO Max—which at the time was just Max, and had a blue logo—said it would start telling password sharers they had to pay more for the privilege. It seems that campaign didn’t move the needle much. JB Perrette, head of s

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You can get a new MacBook Air M1 for $599 at Walmart - here's the deal

zdnet.com Kayla Solino 2025-12-07 18:19:50

Kyle Kucharski/ZDNET MacBooks used to have a reputation for being expensive, but not so much anymore. These days, they're some of the most affordable laptops you can get for the price. Case in point: the 13-inch MacBook Air M1 with 8GB of memory is down to just $599 at Walmart, one of the lowest prices we've seen for any MacBook. Also: Is a refurbished MacBook worth it? I did the math, and here's my buying advice The MacBook Air M1 was first released in 2020, but it's still relevant today for

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Honesty Boxes in Scotland (2024)

news.ycombinator.com Unknown 2025-12-07 18:11:14

Honesty Boxes in Scotland Dotted around the Scottish countryside, honesty boxes are a heartwarming tradition reflecting the trust and community spirit of rural life. These unstaffed stands offer all sorts; from fresh eggs and home-baked goods to seasonal fruits and vegetables, and even handmade crafts. This practice not only supports local farmers and artisans but also fosters a sense of integrity and mutual respect among residents and travellers. Here is a selection of the unique things you ca

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HBO Max is going to get even more annoying about password sharing

theverge.com Emma Roth 2025-12-07 18:32:50

is a news writer who covers the streaming wars, consumer tech, crypto, social media, and much more. Previously, she was a writer and editor at MUO. Posts from this author will be added to your daily email digest and your homepage feed. HBO Max’s password-sharing crackdown is about to get stricter. During an earnings call on Thursday, Warner Bros. Discovery streaming head JB Perette said prompts surrounding account sharing will become more persistent starting next month, pushing people toward p

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DJI’s first robovac features drone tech and a transparent design

theverge.com Andrew Liszewski 2025-12-07 18:33:01

is a senior reporter who’s been covering and reviewing the latest gadgets and tech since 2006, but has loved all things electronic since he was a kid. Posts from this author will be added to your daily email digest and your homepage feed. Following the reveal of its first 360-degree action camera a week ago, DJI has announced its first robot vacuum cleaner. The DJI Romo is available in three versions that are mostly differentiated by their appearance — two use transparent shells to reveal thei

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This Robo Vac’s Navigation Capacity Is Unmatched and Prime Members Can Now Snag It at a $500 Discount

cnet.com See Full Bio 2025-12-07 21:58:00

Deal alert: The Dreame X50 robot vacuum is available for $1,200. That's a Prime-only $500 discount on a robot vacuum that usually lists for $1,700. Non-Prime members can get it at its retail price. If you're looking for top-tier performance, this robot vac is better at climbing obstacles than any robot vacuum we've tested. CNET's key takeaways No robot vacuum has truly solved the challenge of multi-level cleaning without requiring you to physically move it between floors. This robo-vac can do

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Data breach at French telecom giant Bouygues affects millions of customers

techcrunch.com Zack Whittaker 2025-12-07 23:45:12

Bouygues Telecom, the third-largest phone carrier in France, has confirmed a cyberattack and data breach affecting millions of its customers. In a statement posted to its website, the telecommunications giant said the hack allowed the intruders to access the personal information on 6.4 million customer accounts. Bouygues said it detected the cyberattack on August 4, but did not give a timeframe for when the breach was remediated. In a separate page dedicated to victims of the cyberattack, Bouy

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There Is a 100 Percent Chance That Your Body Is Deeply Contaminated With Dangerous Substances

futurism.com Unknown 2025-12-08 04:42:09

Image by Getty / Futurism Developments The start of this year marked more than a quarter of the way through the 21st century. And though 2025 might not be full of flying cars and robot servants, there are a few sci-fi tropes that ended up panning out: novels like George Orwell's "1984," and Phillip K Dick's "Do Androids Dream of Electric Sheep?" are alive and well as real-world police use expansive surveillance networks to bust criminals before they even do anything wrong, while the sex robot m

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Latest Tech News

The War for the Web Has Begun

China Shows Off Armed Attack Robots

Facebook and Instagram may be down for some users

China Opens ‘Robot Mall,’ Its First Mall for Robots

Google Finance redesign goes all in on AI, complete with a chatbot

Apple's history is hiding in a Mac font

Google and Valve will kill “Steam for Chromebooks” experiment in January 2026

What Does Consulting Do?

‘The Batman Part II’ May Be Adding a New Member of the Bat-Family

The First Xbox Handheld Could Be Coming Sooner Than You Think

OpenStore’s demise marks endgame for once-booming e-commerce aggregator market

How to watch Gamescom 2025 and what to expect

4 apps you should use instead of Google News

Life-like robots for sale to the public as China opens new store

Heretic and Hexen have received a surprise remaster from Nightdive Studios

How AI conquered the US economy: A visual FAQ

Meta’s prototype headsets show off the future of mixed reality

Mark your calendar: The ROG Xbox Ally release date just leaked

Apple’s first OLED MacBook Pro might borrow a popular iPhone feature

Bouygues Telecom confirms data breach impacting 6.4 million customers

Next Year’s MacBook Pro Refresh Could Fix the Screen’s Ugliest Feature

Narwal’s Self-Cleaning, AI-Enhanced Robot Vacuum and Mop From CES Is Finally Ready to Buy

HBO Max is about to get ‘aggressive’ to stop password sharing

You can get a new MacBook Air M1 for $599 at Walmart - here's the deal

Honesty Boxes in Scotland (2024)

HBO Max is going to get even more annoying about password sharing

DJI’s first robovac features drone tech and a transparent design

This Robo Vac’s Navigation Capacity Is Unmatched and Prime Members Can Now Snag It at a $500 Discount

Data breach at French telecom giant Bouygues affects millions of customers

There Is a 100 Percent Chance That Your Body Is Deeply Contaminated With Dangerous Substances

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