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#SpaceX #Satellites #ArtificialIntelligence
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SpaceX Eyes 1 Million Satellites For Orbital Data Center Push
SpaceX is requesting to launch up to one million satellites to create a network of orbiting data centers around Earth.
Late on Friday, the company filed the request with the Federal Communications Commission, describing the project as a "constellation of satellites with unprecedented computing capacity to power advanced artificial intelligence ('AI') models and the applications that rely on them.
#Censorship #SocialMedia #Disinformation
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X Accuses China of Using Porn Spam to Hide Tweets About Political Unrest
An executive at X, formerly Twitter, is accusing the Chinese government of spamming porn to sabotage Chinese-language searches on the platform and suppress results about political unrest.
#Piracy #CopyrightInfringement #InternetSafety
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US Shuts Down 3 Piracy Sites That Offered Bootleg Films, Games
The US has seized the internet domains for three major piracy sites -- Zamunda. net, ArenaBG. com, and Zelka. org -- known for circulating bootleg copies of movies, TV shows, and video games to users in Europe.
#SpaceX #SatelliteTechnology #Stargaze
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With 'Stargaze,' SpaceX Aims to Prevent Orbital Starlink Satellite Collisions
Our team tests, rates, and reviews more than 1,500 products each year to help you make better buying decisions and get more from technology.
#AIToys #DataPrivacy #ChildSafety
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Security Flaw at AI Toy Company Exposed Over 50,000 Chat Logs of Kids
Our team tests, rates, and reviews more than 1,500 products each year to help you make better buying decisions and get more from technology.
#Apple #iPhone #EarningsReport
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Best-Ever iPhone Sales Quarter Takes Apple to 2.5 Billion Active Devices
Apple's latest earnings results included its best-ever iPhone sales period. The new iPhone 17 series helped set the record-breaking results, plus Apple continued to see strong sales of existing iPhone 16 devices despite reportedly weaker-than-expected interest in its experimental iPhone Air.
#DigitalSafety #ProtestTips #PrivacyProtection
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Activists Beware: Don't Take Your Phone to a Protest Without Doing This First
Table of ContentsWhy Your Phone Can Be a Liability at ProtestsHow Law Enforcement Can Track You Without a PhoneCop-Proofing Your Phone: Why Biometrics May Hurt YouCommunicate Securely With Friends and Fellow ProtestersLeave Your Personal Phone Behind -- Or Use a BurnerRaise Your Voice, But Please Stay Safe
As more and more Americans head out into the streets to protest, and as some call for a general strike (where protesters stop all economic activity to encourage social change), it's important to protect yourself as much as possible before going out to raise your voice.
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These Free VPNs, Proxies Used by Criminals to Hijack Users' Connections
If you installed Galleon VPN or Radish VPN, your PC may have been used as a staging device for cybercrime. According to Google, a group of free VPNs and proxy services were part of a larger network used by 550+ hacking groups to obscure their internet traffic.
#VerizonOutage #FCCInvestigation #PublicSafety
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Still Upset About Verizon's Outage? The FCC Wants Your Complaints
The Federal Communications Commission has launched an investigation into the major Verizon outage that occurred earlier this month and caused numerous customers to lose cell access.
#SpaceX #Starlink #BroadbandExpansion
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Starlink Funding At Risk? SpaceX Says Current BEAD Rules 'Untenable'
SpaceX is subtly suggesting it could bail from a federal program to expand high-speed internet in the US, unless Starlink and other satellite internet services receive exemptions to certain rules.
#Satellites #Astronomy #SpaceResearch
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Like Starlink, Amazon's Leo Satellites Face Brightness Concerns
Amazon Leo is following in Starlink's footsteps, but in a way astronomers hoped it would avoid. Many of the Leo satellites appear to be bright enough in the night sky to interfere with astronomical observations, according to new research.
#Technology #Education #Innovation
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This Actual-Size ENIAC Replica Is the Coolest Thing You'll See Today
Our team tests, rates, and reviews more than 1,500 products each year to help you make better buying decisions and get more from technology.
#PasswordSecurity #PasswordManager #DataBreach
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'Change Your Passwords Frequently' Is Terrible Advice. Here's Why
In the past, whenever I wrote about security passwords, I would say something along the lines of "Use password managers, as they make it very easy to change passwords, which you should do frequently.
#MobileWorkstation #LenovoThinkPad #ProGradePerformance
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Lenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 8
Mobile workstations span everything from lightweight 14-inch models to hulking 18-inch desktop replacements. Lenovo's ThinkPad P1 Gen 8 (starts at $1,979; $2,349 as tested) strives for balance in the middle, delivering pro-grade performance in a slim 16-inch chassis with enough battery life to let you roam unplugged all day.
#AmazonRefunds #ConsumerRights #Settlement
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Did Amazon Fail to Give You a Refund? You Might Get a Cut of This $309M Settlement
Had trouble getting a refund for items you returned to Amazon. You could get a cut of a $309 million settlement the e-commerce giant is paying to shoppers for failing to honor its return policy.
#TikTok #Censorship #SocialMedia
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California Governor to Probe TikTok Over Alleged Censorship of Anti-Trump Videos
California Governor Gavin Newsom is "launching a review" of TikTok over potential censorship after users reported problems posting videos that were critical of the Trump administration and Immigration and Customs and Enforcement (ICE).
#AI #DigitalSafety #ChildProtection
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Grok Poses 'Unacceptable Risks' for Teen Users, Safety Group Says
The Grok chatbot from xAI gets a failing grade from digital safety nonprofit Common Sense Media. The group's new investigation claims that Grok's safeguards are inadequate, and its business model encourages misuse.
#GoogleAssistant #Privacy #ClassActionLawsuit
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Google to Pay $68 Million to Settle Voice Assistant Snooping Claims
Google has agreed to pay $68 million to settle a class-action lawsuit that claimed the company used its Google Assistant to snoop on customers without their consent, Reuters reports.
#OnlineSecurity #PaymentSafety #PasswordManagement
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This One Browser Setting Could Be Handing Hackers Your Credit Card
The next time you're standing in the grocery checkout line, imagine the clerk asking, "Would you like me to save your credit card for next time.
#Cybersecurity #Microsoft #OfficeVulnerability
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Emergency Patch Issued for Microsoft Office, 365 Over Hacking Threat
Microsoft has released an emergency patch for a vulnerability in the company's Office programs that's already being exploited by hackers.
#Intel #PCGaming #GraphicsPerformance
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I Tested Intel's Flagship 'Panther Lake' Laptop Chip: The Graphics Are the Real Upgrade
Intel's Core Ultra Series 3 chips (code-named "Panther Lake") were one of the stars of CES 2026, promising efficient processing and, most notably, markedly improved graphics performance.
#HealthTech #Cardiology #WearableTechnology
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Apple Watch Can Enhance the Detection of Heart Arrhythmias, Says Research
New research shows that Apple smartwatch-based screening can improve the detection rate of atrial fibrillation (AF), the most common type of cardiac arrhythmia, a heart rhythm disorder that causes a rapid and irregular heartbeat linked to an increased risk of stroke.
#ScamAwareness #OnlineSafety #CyberSecurity
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I've Covered Online Scams for Years. These Are the 4 Biggest Ones to Watch for in 2026
I've covered online scams for years, reporting on the criminals behind them to examining how they con their targets. I've also offered suggestions on how to recover your identity and money after being scammed.
#Cybersecurity #Malware #BrowserExtensions
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Using Browser Extensions to Translate or Download Videos? Better Check for These 17 Malicious Add-Ons
If you've been using browser extensions to download YouTube videos or images from Pinterest, translate text in real time, check Amazon price histories, or even enhance colors, you might have some uninstalling to do.
#Microsoft #BitLocker #Encryption
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Report: Microsoft Hands Over Keys for BitLocker-Encrypted Data to FBI
Microsoft handed over keys to BitLocker-encrypted data stored on its servers during an FBI probe last year, granting access to data on three separate laptops.
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Meta Blocks Teens From Chatting With Its AI Characters
Meta is temporarily blocking teenagers from accessing its AI characters. The pause, which affects Instagram, Facebook, and WhatsApp, is set to take effect in "the coming weeks.
#SatelliteConnectivity #WinterStorm #TMobileservices
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T-Mobile Activates Free Cellular Starlink in the US As Winter Storm Rolls In
With Winter Storm Fern approaching the US, T-Mobile has activated SpaceX's Starlink cellular service for free in affected areas, giving customers a way to stay connected via satellite.
#CyberSecurity #DataBreach #Malware
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Database Containing 149 Million Stolen Passwords Exposes Malware's Reach
A security researcher recently discovered an unprotected online database with a staggering 149 million stolen logins.
Jeremiah Fowler says the database was live on the web, with no password protection or encryption.
#AmazonLayoffs #CorporateJobs #AITransformation
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Report: Amazon Set for Another Round Of Layoffs, Thousands Expected to Lose Jobs
When Amazon cut 14,000 corporate jobs in October, it warned that more layoffs were coming in 2026. According to Reuters, that round is set to begin next week and, once again, will sweep away thousands of jobs.
#TikTok #DataPrivacy #USPolitics
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TikTok Deal Is Finally Done. After All the Drama, Does It Even Matter?
TikTok has finalized a deal to divest shares in its US operations in compliance with a foreign aid bill signed by President Biden in 2024.
#Cybersecurity #DataBreach #Technology
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From Grubhub to Google, Hackers Ate Well This Week
Our team tests, rates, and reviews more than 1,500 products each year to help you make better buying decisions and get more from technology.
#DataBreach #Cybersecurity #IdentityTheft
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Under Armour Is Seemingly Dragging Its Feet on Investigating Data Breach
If you gave personal data to Under Armour, watch out. The fitness brand is investigating a potential data breach after a ransomware group claimed to have stolen 343GB of corporate data, including customer information.
#ElectricVehicles #SolidStateBatteries #TechnologyInnovation
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Did Donut Labs Just Crack the Code on Solid-State Batteries With This Electric Motorcycle?
Our team tests, rates, and reviews more than 1,500 products each year to help you make better buying decisions and get more from technology.
#Technology #Education #Neurodiversity
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How 80 Autistic Students Built an Amazing Replica of the Ginormous ENIAC Computer
Our team tests, rates, and reviews more than 1,500 products each year to help you make better buying decisions and get more from technology.
#Technology #Education #Neurodiversity
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How 80 Autistic Students Built an Amazing Replica of the Ginormous ENIAC Computer
Our team tests, rates, and reviews more than 1,500 products each year to help you make better buying decisions and get more from technology.
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Waymo Robotaxis Hit the Streets of Miami. Waitlist Riders Get First Preference
After years of research and testing, Waymo has finally made its robotaxis available for public rides in Miami.
Starting today, the service will be operational in a geofenced 60-square-mile area of the city, covering the Design District, Wynwood to Brickell, Coral Gables, and other neighborhoods.
#LastPass #PhishingScam #CyberSecurity
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Use LastPass? Watch Out for This Email Phishing Scam
If you use LastPass as your password manager of choice, be on the lookout for an ongoing email scam aimed at gaining access to your vault of logins and personal information.
#ChatGPT #TeenSafety #AgeVerification
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Watch Out: ChatGPT's Age-Verification System Might Decide You're a Teen
UPDATE (1/20/26): OpenAI has rolled out an age-verification system for ChatGPT users, but admits it won't always get it right.
#MultiFactorAuthentication #OnlineSecurity #AccountRecovery
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Lost Your Phone? Here's How to Get Back Into Your Accounts Without Losing Everything
Using multi-factor authentication (MFA) is your best bet for keeping bad guys out of your accounts, as it adds an extra verification step to your login process.
#MultiFactorAuthentication #OnlineSecurity #AccountRecovery
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Lost Your Phone? Here's How to Get Back Into Your Accounts Without Losing Everything
Using multi-factor authentication (MFA) is your best bet for keeping bad guys out of your accounts, as it adds an extra verification step to your login process.
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CES Gave Us a Glimpse of the Future. Watch for These Tech Trends in 2026
Earlier this month, our team fanned out across CES 2026 in Las Vegas, encountering thousands of new products, many poised to revolutionize how we interact with technology.
#Braille #AssistiveTechnology #CES2026
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This Speech-to-Braille Printer Lets You Talk Your Way Into Labeling Just About Anything
LAS VEGAS -- I have to admit: I know a whole lot about conventional printers, but I didn't know much about the niche category of Braille printers until today.
#Braille #AssistiveTechnology #CES2026
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This Speech-to-Braille Printer Lets You Talk Your Way Into Labeling Just About Anything
LAS VEGAS -- I have to admit: I know a whole lot about conventional printers, but I didn't know much about the niche category of Braille printers until today.
#Robotics #Exoskeleton #CES2026
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I Tried the Dephy Sidekick Robotic Exoskeleton at CES 2026 and It Gave Me a Literal Pep in My Step
LAS VEGAS -- CES 2026 gave me my first experience testing a robotic exoskeleton, and I'm pretty impressed.
Created by Dephy (pronounced "defy"), the Sidekick lifts your heels with every step, making it easier to walk.
#Robotics #Exoskeleton #CES2026
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I Tried the Dephy Sidekick Robotic Exoskeleton at CES 2026 and It Gave Me a Literal Pep in My Step
LAS VEGAS -- CES 2026 gave me my first experience testing a robotic exoskeleton, and I'm pretty impressed.
#Robotics #Exoskeleton #CES2026
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I Tried the Dephy Sidekick Robotic Exoskeleton at CES 2026 and It Gave Me a Literal Pep in My Step
LAS VEGAS -- CES 2026 gave me my first experience testing a robotic exoskeleton, and I'm pretty impressed.
#HealthTech #DementiaAwareness #WearableTechnology
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Scared of Dementia? Samsung's New Brain Health Feature Could Show the Early Warning Signs
Whether you're interested in improving your sleep quality, warding off high blood pressure, or just making sure that you're getting enough daily steps, wearable health tracking has become enormously popular among the health-conscious.
#HealthTech #DementiaAwareness #WearableTechnology
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Scared of Dementia? Samsung's New Brain Health Feature Could Show the Early Warning Signs
Whether you're interested in improving your sleep quality, warding off high blood pressure, or just making sure that you're getting enough daily steps, wearable health tracking has become enormously popular among the health-conscious.
