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Crypto Is on Fire as Bitcoin Nears $120K in Unstoppable Surge

gizmodo.com Luc Olinga 2025-08-02 07:19:52

Bitcoin is surging once again. And this time, the climb feels different. The world’s largest cryptocurrency continued its dizzying ascent on Friday, smashing through multiple symbolic price thresholds in a matter of hours and setting a new all-time high for the second consecutive day. After crossing $112,000 on Wednesday, Bitcoin has barely paused. On Thursday and Friday morning, it blew past $113,000, then $114,000, then $115,000, before jumping to $116,000, $117,000, and finally $118,909 as

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Prime Day laptop deals: Save on MacBooks, Windows 11 machines, Chromebooks and others before the sale ends

engadget.com Unknown 2025-08-02 09:31:26

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 . Regardless of if you need a new laptop for the upcoming semester or for general use at home, Amazon Prime Day may have just what you’re looking for at a good price. Amongst the clothing, shoes, household essentials and other tech gear are some decent laptop deals that you can snag if y

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Windows 11 now uses JScript9Legacy engine for improved security

bleepingcomputer.com Unknown 2025-08-01 22:46:27

Microsoft announced that it has replaced the default scripting engine JScript with the newer and more secure JScript9Legacy on Windows 11 version 24H2 and later. The decision is driven by security concerns, as JScript9Legacy is expected to offer better protection against web threats, such as cross-site scripting (XSS), and also improved performance. "To provide a more secure experience, beginning with Windows 11, version 24H2, JScript9Legacy is enabled by default to handle all scripting proces

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How I personalized my ChatGPT conversations - why it's a game changer

zdnet.com Lance Whitney 2025-08-02 10:30:00

Elyse Betters Picaro / ZDNET ChatGPT offers several ways to customize and personalize your conversations. You can share details about your life, including your name, your profession, or other tidbits. You're able to tell it what traits it should possess, such as patience, sympathy, or understanding. You can add and save certain facts about yourself and tell it to reference memories from past conversations. That all sounds helpful. But what does ChatGPT do with the information it knows about yo

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Dbrand says its new Switch 2 Joy-Con grips fix the detachment issue

theverge.com Jay Peters 2025-08-02 11:30:25

is a news editor covering technology, gaming, and more. He joined The Verge in 2019 after nearly two years at Techmeme. After recently admitting that it had a “spectacularly terrible response” to Joy-Con grip detachment complaints with its Killswitch Nintendo Switch 2 case, Dbrand has some good news: it says its redesigned Joy-Con grips fix the issue and the company will be able to mass produce them. Dbrand had already promised it would be replacing the grips for everyone, and now we know that

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Grok 4

news.ycombinator.com Simon Willison 2025-08-02 12:43:44

Grok 4. Released last night, Grok 4 is now available via both API and a paid subscription for end-users. Key characteristics: image and text input, text output. 256,000 context length (twice that of Grok 3). It's a reasoning model where you can't see the reasoning tokens or turn off reasoning mode. xAI released results showing Grok 4 beating other models on most of the significant benchmarks. I haven't been able to find their own written version of these (the launch was a livestream video) but

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Best Laptops We've Tested (July 2025)

cnet.com See Full Bio 2025-08-02 13:20:00

There are a ton of laptops on the market at any given moment and almost all of those models are available in multiple configurations to match your performance and budget needs. If you're feeling overwhelmed with options when looking for a new laptop, it's understandable. To help simplify things for you, here are the main things you should consider when you start looking. Price The search for a new laptop for most people starts with price. If the statistics that chipmaker Intel and PC manufactu

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Where AI meets design: Runway co-founder Alejandro Matamala Ortiz takes the AI Stage at TechCrunch Disrupt 2025

techcrunch.com Techcrunch Events 2025-08-02 15:45:00

TechCrunch Disrupt 2025 is the epicenter where 10,000+ startup and VC leaders gather to explore the future of innovation — and this year, two AI Stages bring the intersection of design and machine learning into sharp focus. We’re thrilled to welcome Alejandro Matamala Ortiz, co-founder and chief design officer at Runway, to one of the AI Stages at Disrupt 2025, taking place October 27–29 in San Francisco. As part of a can’t-miss panel conversation, Ortiz will share how design principles are gui

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Razer’s got a new version of its popular DeathAdder Pro gaming mouse

theverge.com Antonio G. Di Benedetto 2025-08-02 23:57:11

is a reviewer covering laptops and the occasional gadget. He spent over 15 years in the photography industry before joining The Verge as a deals writer in 2021. Razer is announcing a new gaming mouse, the $169.99 DeathAdder V4 Pro. This fresh version of its popular wireless mouse promises to be faster, lighter, and yet more power efficient than its V3 Pro predecessor. The V4 Pro now uses optical sensors for its left- and right-click buttons that are rated for 100 million clicks. It’s also Raze

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Razer's DeathAdder V4 Pro gaming mouse features an optical scrolling wheel

engadget.com Unknown 2025-08-03 11:17:05

Razer just announced the pending availability of the DeathAdder V4 Pro gaming mouse , an upgrade to one of our favorite peripherals . The big news here is that this mouse ships with an optical scrolling wheel, and this is the first time Razer has used this tech. The company says the wheel has been "purpose-built for esports." Just like optical switches on keyboards, optical scrolling wheels allow for more precision and durability when compared to their mechanical counterparts. Razer says it off

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I'm an AI tools expert, and these are the only two I pay for (plus three I'm considering)

zdnet.com David Gewirtz 2025-08-03 11:22:00

Vstock LLC/Getty Images It's only been almost three years since generative artificial intelligence (AI) hit the mainstream as a new paradigm of productivity, but here we are -- it's everywhere. I test AI tools as part of my work. I'll dig into just about any AI-related technology and see what I can make it do. Many of you have read my ongoing shootouts comparing AIs for programming and AI content checkers, among other kinds of tools. But that's using AI in a rigorous lab environment to provid

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The best security cameras for 2025

engadget.com Unknown 2025-08-03 15:00:35

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 . If you're looking to keep an eye on your home, whether you're away for the weekend or just tucked into bed, a good security camera can give you peace of mind. The best security camera setups in 2025 do a lot more than just record footage — they offer smart alerts, crystal-clear video,

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The Best Prime Day MacBook Deal Is Not the One You Think

wired.com Luke Larsen 2025-08-03 15:42:25

We've been hawking the M4 MacBook Air deal all week as we hunt for the best Prime Day deals, and for good reason, as $850 for the 13-inch M4 MacBook Air is a great price on what is clearly the best laptop you can currently buy. But now a MacBook deal has dropped that just might top it. Over at Walmart, you can now buy the M1 MacBook Air for just $599, bringing that laptop to an unprecedented low. That's $50 off the price it's been for the past year and $400 off the price it was when it launched

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This new Gmail tool lets you declutter your inbox in seconds - here's how to use it

zdnet.com Artie Beaty 2025-08-03 23:30:00

Elyse Betters Picaro / ZDNET A few months ago, Google rolled out a new feature for Gmail on Android that makes it easier to clean out your inbox by showing a single list of all your subscriptions and providing a simple way to unsubscribe from these lists. Also: Run out of Gmail storage? How I got another 15GB for free and without losing any files Google officially expanded the feature today, making the announcement in a blog post that "Manage Subscriptions" is now showing up on Gmail for desk

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Galaxy Chromebook Is Cheaper Than AirPods, Samsung Is Clearing Out All Remaining Stock

gizmodo.com Gizmodo Deals 2025-08-03 23:35:11

Samsung is an electronics giant that retails everything from smartphones to laptops and TVs. Prime Day includes nearly the entire Samsung range at discounted prices, and one of those is the Galaxy Chromebook Go. Right now, this Chromebook is Amazon’s #1 Best Seller in “Traditional Laptop Computers” which goes to show just how much it’s in demand during this sale. The price has a lot to do with it: For Prime Day, the Samsung 14″ Galaxy Chromebook Go will only set you back $219, down from its nor

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Samsung's Galaxy Book4 Edge laptop has one of the best displays - and it's $300 off

zdnet.com Kyle Kucharski 2025-08-04 03:31:00

ZDNET's key takeaways The Samsung Galaxy Book4 Edge comes with a 16-inch AMOLED display, 1TB of storage, and 16GB of RAM for $1,149. It's an impressive Copilot+ PC with a marathon battery and impressive performance. It's pricey, has some design quirks, and finds its full potential in the Samsung ecosystem. View now at Best Buy At Best Buy, the Galaxy Book4 Edge with the Snapdragon X Elite processor and 16GB of memory is on sale for $1,149. Samsung has carved out a seat at the table with the

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One of my favorite budget OLED laptops for work just got even more affordable

zdnet.com Kyle Kucharski 2025-08-04 03:54:00

ZDNET's key takeaways The IdeaPad 5x 2-in-1 with the Snapdragon X Plus processor is on sale now for $689. It's durable and reliable, runs cool, and has a comfortable keyboard and OLED display. However, it might not stand out in a market of similarly-specced devices that are lighter and cheaper. View now at Lenovo View now at Best Buy more buying choices Over at Best Buy, the Lenovo IdeaPad 5x is on sale for $689, a 20% discount. The laptop is on clearance, so supplies are limited. We often t

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‘Fantastic Four: First Steps’ Has Revealed Its Take on Mole Man

gizmodo.com James Whitbrook 2025-08-04 03:00:16

Netflix is getting in on Solo Leveling with a new live-action adaptation. Get a new look at the Outlander prequel series. Plus, a sneak peek at the season finale of Murderbot. To me, my spoilers! The Fantastic Four: First Steps As noted by Yahoo!, a tie-in comic book to the MCU’s Fantastic Four: First Steps released yesterday confirms Paul Walter Hauser does indeed play the Mole Man. The comic gives Hauser’s Harvey Elder a tweaked backstory: now he’s a union organizer and politician who has de

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Finally, I found an Android Auto adapter that's reliable, pairs fast, and on sale right now

zdnet.com Kerry Wan 2025-08-04 07:53:00

ZDNET's key takeaways The AAWireless Two typically costs $65 and gives you wireless Android Auto support when plugged in. A new built-in button lets you quickly swap between paired devices. The companion app is almost too robust, but that's a good problem to have. $51.99 at Amazon For a limited time, Amazon has the AAWireless Two listing for just $51 ($13 off), making the adapter an even better deal. Since I bought my first car three years ago, I've had the worst luck with wireless Android A

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I wanted to hate Samsung’s proprietary Galaxy Watch 8 bands, but I can’t

androidauthority.com Unknown 2025-08-04 14:30:08

I didn’t expect to care this much about a watch band system, but here we are. With the launch of its newest smartwatches, Samsung has officially streamlined its wearable portfolio, bringing its questionable squircle shape to every model. This also means that all the Galaxy Watch 8 models now feature the brand’s Dynamic Lug system. This particular facet of the redesign might seem minor at first glance, and for anyone who’s ever struggled to swap a watch strap, it’s a meaningful improvement that’s

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Optimizing a Math Expression Parser in Rust

news.ycombinator.com Ricardo Pallás 2025-08-04 14:27:02

Optimizing a Math Expression Parser in Rust Optimizing a Math Expression Parser in Rust Table of contents In a previous post I explored how to optimize file parsing for max speed. This time, we’ll look at a different, self-contained problem: writing a math expression parser in Rust, and making it as fast and memory-efficient as possible. Let’s say we want to parse simple math expressions with addition, subtraction, and parentheses. For example: 4 + 5 + 2 - 1 => 10 (4 + 5) - (2 + 1) => 6 (1

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The best cheap Windows laptops for 2025

engadget.com Unknown 2025-08-04 17:01:26

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 . While flagship, top-of-the-line laptops are the ones that make headlines, not everyone needs one of these super-expensive notebooks. Whether you’re a student, casual user or someone who just wants an affordable laptop that can handle everyday tasks, there are plenty of great, budget-fr

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This first-gen HP EliteBook has almost everything I want in a work laptop - and it's $500 off

zdnet.com Kyle Kucharski 2025-08-04 17:00:15

ZDNET's key takeaways HP's 14-inch EliteBook X G1a features AMD's latest Ryzen AI Pro chip, starting at $2,099. It's a powerful enterprise laptop with lots of I/O, a sleek form factor, and comfortable keyboard. It's expensive, and can run warm under a heavy workload. View now at B&H Photo Video View now at HP more buying choices As part of HP's Black Friday in July sales event, the EliteBook X G1a is on sale for $1,599, a $500 discount. HP rebranded its laptop lineup last year, renaming its

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The affordable ThinkPad I recommend for hybrid workers is 25% off for Prime Day

zdnet.com Kyle Kucharski 2025-08-04 17:45:13

ZDNET's key takeaways The Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 6 is on sale now for $799. It's a reliable budget business laptop with a good battery and lots of customizations. The display and webcam might not be good enough for most users, and opting for higher-end hardware pumps up the price. View now at Amazon Most configurations of the ThinkPad E14 are on sale during Amazon Prime Day, but I recommend the 16GB model for $799. On the surface, Lenovo's sixth-generation ThinkPad E14 doesn't look much dif

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5,000-Year-Old Rock Carving Is Among the Oldest Known Depictions of an Ancient Egyptian Ruler

gizmodo.com Natalia Mesa 2025-08-04 19:01:41

An ancient rock engraving in the Lower Nile Valley may offer a rare glimpse into the origin of Egyptian kings. The art panel depicts an elite individual with features resembling those of early Egyptian rulers, from the very beginning of political unification across Egypt. Around 6,000 years ago, Egypt underwent a dramatic political transformation, ultimately leading to the formation of the Egyptian state under the first pharaoh, Narmer, around 3100 BCE. Researchers still know relatively little

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Amazon Prime Day has the best deals on laptops this week: Save on MacBooks, Windows 11 machines, Chromebooks and others

engadget.com Unknown 2025-08-04 23:01:28

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 . If your laptop simply isn’t cutting it anymore, Amazon Prime Day 2025 might have arrived just in time. As has been the case for the past few years, laptop deals are abundant this Prime Day, bringing discounts to MacBooks, Windows laptops, Chromebooks and more. But we wouldn’t blame you

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Krypto Has Become the DCU’s Baby Yoda Goldmine

gizmodo.com Sabina Graves 2025-08-04 23:25:26

DC Studios’ Superman has, of course, come out of the gate with an extensive line of merch inspired by James Gunn’s new vision for the Man of Steel. That vision places special focus on Krypto the Superdog, which comes as no surprise to fans of the filmmaker. Gunn is a noted animal rescue supporter who has come out on record to say his dog Ozu served as inspiration for Krypto’s role in the upcoming relaunch of DC Universe films. Speaking to People Magazine, Gunn said that Ozu came from a hoarding

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These Are the AI Chatbots We Use Most, and Here's How We Use Them

cnet.com See Full Bio 2025-08-04 22:24:00

If you have a particular artificial intelligence tool that you turn to, you're not alone. According to a new survey, 91% of people who use AI have a favorite chatbot they try first, whether it's ChatGPT, Gemini, Alexa or something else. A Menlo Ventures survey of 5,000 adults found that this "default tool dynamic" means most people using AI have chosen a general AI tool they'll try first for every job, even if it's not necessarily the best tool for the job. In the report, ChatGPT is the AI ass

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Get this awesome Anker Laptop Charger at a record-low price!

androidauthority.com Unknown 2025-08-04 02:03:43

Prime Day has kicked off, and there are a bunch of awesome deals on some of the most exciting tech out there. Sometimes, it’s the simpler stuff that makes the real difference in our daily lives, though. For example, I can no longer live without a quality charger, and the Anker Laptop Charger is one of our favorite picks right now, and it’s currently at a record-low price! Buy the Anker Laptop Charger for just $69.99 ($30 off) This offer is available from Amazon as a Prime Day deal. As such, you

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Anti-Prime Day Laptop Deal: My Go-to Acer Aspire 14 AI Laptop Is $200 Off at Costco Today

cnet.com See Full Bio 2025-08-05 01:38:00

The Amazon Prime Day sales event is going strong, but other retailers are also offering deep discounts with their own Anti-Prime Day deals. Right now, Costco members can snag the Acer Aspire 14 AI for $500a $200 discount until July 20 or while supplies last. CNET's key takeaways The Acer Aspire 14 AI is available for $500 at Costco. The Intel Lunar Lake CPU offers good performance for the price and long battery life. The display and design won't wow you. Laptop prices are on the rise -- and

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Crypto Is on Fire as Bitcoin Nears $120K in Unstoppable Surge

Prime Day laptop deals: Save on MacBooks, Windows 11 machines, Chromebooks and others before the sale ends

Windows 11 now uses JScript9Legacy engine for improved security

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Dbrand says its new Switch 2 Joy-Con grips fix the detachment issue

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The best security cameras for 2025

The Best Prime Day MacBook Deal Is Not the One You Think

This new Gmail tool lets you declutter your inbox in seconds - here's how to use it

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Samsung's Galaxy Book4 Edge laptop has one of the best displays - and it's $300 off

One of my favorite budget OLED laptops for work just got even more affordable

‘Fantastic Four: First Steps’ Has Revealed Its Take on Mole Man

Finally, I found an Android Auto adapter that's reliable, pairs fast, and on sale right now

I wanted to hate Samsung’s proprietary Galaxy Watch 8 bands, but I can’t

Optimizing a Math Expression Parser in Rust

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This first-gen HP EliteBook has almost everything I want in a work laptop - and it's $500 off

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5,000-Year-Old Rock Carving Is Among the Oldest Known Depictions of an Ancient Egyptian Ruler

Amazon Prime Day has the best deals on laptops this week: Save on MacBooks, Windows 11 machines, Chromebooks and others

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Get this awesome Anker Laptop Charger at a record-low price!

Anti-Prime Day Laptop Deal: My Go-to Acer Aspire 14 AI Laptop Is $200 Off at Costco Today

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