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- newAnt President Cyril Han will succeed Eric Jing as CEO on March 1; Jing will remain company chairman and Han, who is also the CFO, will continue reporting to him (Yongchang Chin/Bloomberg)
Yongchang Chin / Bloomberg:Ant President Cyril Han will succeed Eric Jing as CEO on March 1; Jing will remain company chairman and Han, who is also the CFO, will continue reporting to him — Han will succeed Eric Jing as CEO on March 1 and be…
- 5 mins ago 8 Dec 24, 6:00am -
- newA profile of Brain Krebs, who in the past 20 years has probed and outed some of the worst cybercriminals, including the alleged hackers of Snowflake clients (Wall Street Journal)
Wall Street Journal:A profile of Brain Krebs, who in the past 20 years has probed and outed some of the worst cybercriminals, including the alleged hackers of Snowflake clients — In the increasingly dangerous world of cybercrime, Brian Krebs…
- 1 hour ago 8 Dec 24, 4:40am -
- newThe Intel Foundry Technology Research team announces breakthroughs in interconnect scaling, gate-all-around transistors, and packaging (Paul Alcorn/Tom's Hardware)
Paul Alcorn / Tom's Hardware:The Intel Foundry Technology Research team announces breakthroughs in interconnect scaling, gate-all-around transistors, and packaging — Smaller, faster, better. — Today, the Intel Foundry Technology Resear…
- 3 hours ago 8 Dec 24, 2:45am -
- newBroadcom shelves plans to work directly with the top 2,000 VMware customers, focusing on just 500 and giving 1,500 back to partners as a way to stem migrations (Simon Sharwood/The Register)
Simon Sharwood / The Register:Broadcom shelves plans to work directly with the top 2,000 VMware customers, focusing on just 500 and giving 1,500 back to partners as a way to stem migrations — Now wants to work with 500 and lean more on partn…
- 5 hours ago 8 Dec 24, 1:05am -
- newCapitaLand: Asia Pacific's colocation data center market is expected to grow to $52.2B by 2026, up from $25.5B in 2022, driven by demand for AI-based services (Reuters)
Reuters:CapitaLand: Asia Pacific's colocation data center market is expected to grow to $52.2B by 2026, up from $25.5B in 2022, driven by demand for AI-based services — Global investors are queueing up to invest in data centre operators in A…
- 6 hours ago 8 Dec 24, 12:01am -
- newGoogle says its new AI model outperforms the top weather forecast system
Google’s DeepMind team unveiled an AI model for weather prediction this week called GenCast. In a paper published in Nature, DeepMind researchers said they found that GenCast outperforms the European Centre for Medium-Range Weather Forecasts’ ENS…
- 8 hours ago 7 Dec 24, 10:24pm -
- newOpenAI bets you’ll pay $200 a month for ChatGPT
Welcome back to Week in Review. This week, we’re diving into OpenAI’s surprise 12 days of reveals, an underwhelming Spotify Wrapped, and an app that tells you when you’ll die. 😰 Let’s get into it. OpenAI is getting into the holiday spirit.…
- 9 hours ago 7 Dec 24, 9:15pm -
- newElon Musk’s X gains a new image generator, Aurora
X, the Elon Musk-owned social network previously known as Twitter, has added a new image generator to its Grok assistant. However, after going live for a few hours on Saturday, the product seemed to disappear for some users. Just like the first image…
- 9 hours ago 7 Dec 24, 9:00pm -
- newGoogle pushes back against federal supervision of its payment arm
The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau announced Friday that it was placing Google’s payment arm under federal supervision. In response, Google filed a lawsuit seeking to block the move. Such supervision would subject Google to the same inspectio…
- 9 hours ago 7 Dec 24, 8:40pm -
- newAs YC retreats from Africa, alumni launch accelerators to fill the gap
The influential accelerator Y Combinator made a splash in Africa in 2020 when it shined its light on the market and began to accept startups from the region into its cohorts. The move was huge: in this nascent market, startups especially rely on prog…
- 15 hours ago 7 Dec 24, 3:15pm -
- newThe Gorge trailer: Anya Taylor-Joy and Miles Teller guard a dangerous secret in new Apple thriller
Anya Taylor-Joy and Miles Teller are forced to protect the world from a mysterious threat in the first trailer for Apple TV+'s The Gorge.
- 5 hours ago 8 Dec 24, 1:24am -
- newSeverance season 2 trailer reveals Mark’s new mission
Apple TV+'s latest Severance season 2 trailer gives fans their best look yet at the sci-fi series's new episodes.
- 6 hours ago 7 Dec 24, 11:38pm -
- newI’m running out of reasons not to ditch Windows for good
I’m a long-term Windows user, but I’m finding it harder to convince myself not to ditch Windows in favor of buying the M4 Mac mini and going all-in on macOS.
- 10 hours ago 7 Dec 24, 8:00pm -
- newOnePlus could return to the “mini” flagship formula in 2025
OnePlus is reportedly working on a top-tier compact phone that will embrace Qualcomm’s flagship silicon, a 50MP Sony camera, and a fresh design.
- 12 hours ago 7 Dec 24, 6:07pm -
- newMany hybrids rank as most reliable of all vehicles, Consumer Reports finds
Many hybrid vehicles stand out as the most reliable vehicles offered on the market, according to Consumer Reports' year-end survey.
- 13 hours ago 7 Dec 24, 4:57pm -
- newGoogle sues after Consumer Financial Protection Bureau orders supervision of its payment arm
The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) on Friday said it has ordered federal supervision of Google Payment Corp. after determining that it meets the legal requirements for such oversight. The CFPB monitors banks, credit unions and other fina…
- 6 hours ago 8 Dec 24, 12:08am -
- newX helped senators update the Kids Online Safety Act so it can't be ‘used to stifle expression’
Senators Richard Blumenthal and Marsha Blackburn announced on Saturday that they’ve made changes to the Kids Online Safety Act (KOSA) with help from X to “strengthen the bill while safeguarding free speech online and ensuring it is not used to st…
- 8 hours ago 7 Dec 24, 10:18pm -
- newWhat to read this weekend: Family dysfunction at the end of the world, and the woman who challenged Victorian medicine
New releases in fiction, nonfiction and comics that caught our attention this week. This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/entertainment/what-to-read-this-weekend-family-dysfunction-at-the-end-of-the-wor…
- 10 hours ago 7 Dec 24, 8:01pm -
- newFortnite is getting a 5v5 first-person shooter mode
A new game mode called Ballistic is coming to Fortnite in early access on December 11, bringing a 5v5 tactical first-person shooter experience. In Ballistic mode, one team will be tasked with planting a Rift Point Device — which will detonate 45 se…
- 14 hours ago 7 Dec 24, 4:22pm -
- newEngadget Wrapped: The music we listened to the most in 2024
Spotify's 2024 Wrapped results arrived this week, and while the whole package seems a bit thin compared to previous years, we're still getting a kick out of seeing our listening habits laid bare. Apple Music also dropped its annual Replay, and Tidal'…
- 16 hours ago 7 Dec 24, 2:31pm -
- newGeekWire Podcast: Amazon Nova, the future of AI, and more from the AWS re:Invent show floor
LAS VEGAS — Amazon’s artificial intelligence strategy came into focus this week with the unveiling of Amazon Nova, its new family of homegrown AI models, a new Amazon Bedrock marketplace, and more news from AWS re:Invent. It turns out we’ve see…
- 14 hours ago 7 Dec 24, 3:58pm -
- Seattle-area fintech startup Finagraph merges with LeaseCrunch
Finagraph, a Bellevue, Wash.-based startup that develops financial data analysis software, merged with LeaseCrunch, a Milwaukee, Wi.-based company that sells accounting software. Terms of the deal were not disclosed.
- 2 days ago 6 Dec 24, 4:30pm -
- Ask the Expert: What are my career options at a slow-growing software-as-a-service company?
Hello, GeekWire readers. I’m excited to announce that we’re launching a new business advice column, featuring different experts from the Pacific Northwest tech community, answering questions about an array of topics. It’s inspired by common que…
- 2 days ago 6 Dec 24, 3:45pm -
- Unknown system outage impacts vehicle licensing offices across Washington state
Update, 4:28 p.m. PT: The issue has been resolved and vehicle licensing offices are up and running again. The problem was related to a server issue that only affected finalizing payments, which lasted about two hours, according to a spokesperson. Ori…
- 2 days ago 5 Dec 24, 11:30pm -
- Smartsheet revenue up 17% to $286.9M in Q3 as enterprise giant preps to go private
Smartsheet reported its third quarter earnings, with revenue rising 17% to $286.9 million and GAAP net income of $1.3 million, up from a $32.4 million loss in the year-ago period. Bellevue, Wash.-based Smartsheet is preparing to go private again foll…
- 2 days ago 5 Dec 24, 9:25pm -
- new5 Of The Most Powerful Engines Ever Put In A Toyota 4Runner
The Toyota 4Runner has been one of the longest standing SUV models, and for good reason. Here are five the most powerful engines that powered it over the years.
- 3 hours ago 8 Dec 24, 3:15am -
- new5 Best MSI Motherboards For Gamers
A gaming PC needs to have the most powerful and effective components you can find on the market, and these five motherboards stand above the rest.
- 6 hours ago 8 Dec 24, 12:15am -
- newWhy Nissan Discontinued The Juke In The US (And What Replaced It)
While it gave the market a good run, production of the Nissan Juke eventually came to an end. Here's why it was discontinued and the crossover that replaced it.
- 8 hours ago 7 Dec 24, 10:15pm -
- new10 Super Durable Smartphones That Promise To Be Nearly Indestructible
An overlooked quality in smartphones is durability. Some manufacturers have even claimed their smartphones to be nearly indestructible.
- 9 hours ago 7 Dec 24, 9:30pm -
- new3 Creative Ways To Keep Small Tools Neat And Accessible
If you're looking for some fun, easy ways to organize your tools, you can try these quirky products.
- 9 hours ago 7 Dec 24, 9:15pm -
- newYaber L2s Projector Review: Big Screen with Native 1080p Resolution, Small Price Tag
The Yaber L2s projector is an impressive addition to the L-series, offering affordability without compromising on quality. If you are on a low budget, this could be an ideal choice for those seeking a portable yet capable home entertainment projector…
- 9 hours ago 7 Dec 24, 9:18pm -
- How to Install an Outdoor Outlet Cover – Using Sealproof 1-Gang Weatherproof In Use Outlet Cover
Outdoor electrical outlets are must-haves for any home as we need them for powering tools, holiday decorations, or other outdoor equipment. Protecting these outlets with a weatherproof cover, such as the Sealproof 1-Gang, ensures safety in the long t…
- 2 days ago 5 Dec 24, 7:15pm -
- GFCI tester indicates “open ground/neutral” and 30V after Tripping – How To Fix It?
After replacing a GFCI outlet, I tested it with the Klein Tools GFCI tester to make sure it works properly. However, after tripping, the display showed “open ground/neutral” and displayed 30V. I reset the outlet and it showed a green light as nor…
- 3 days ago 4 Dec 24, 9:56pm -
- ganiza Smoothie Blender Review: A Compact Powerhouse for Everyday Use
A blender is an essential appliance in any kitchen; People use it to quickly prepare nutritious smoothies and protein shakes, or craft homemade sauces, soups, and baby food. The ganiza Smoothie Blender came just in time as my previous blender was br…
- 6 days ago 2 Dec 24, 1:36pm -
- Redroad P17 Grooming Kit Review – A Must-Have for Shedding Dogs
Dealing with dog hair has always been a constant struggle in my house. With a Labrador mix that has a double coat made up of two distinct layers, keeping the shedding under control has been a challenge. The hair seems to find its way everywhere – o…
- 7 days ago 1 Dec 24, 1:48pm -
- Samsung Announces Digital Key for Audi Vehicles
Samsung Wallet now supports Digital Keys for select Audi vehicles. The luxury car manufacturer joins the growing list of car brands (BMW, Honda, Hyundai, Kia, and Subaru) with a Digital […]The post Samsung Announces Digital Key for Audi Vehicles f…
- 18 days ago 20 Nov 24, 10:30am -
- X is Rolling Out a Free Tier of Its Grok AI Chatbot
X (formerly Twitter) is testing a free tier of Grok, its humorous AI search assistant, for non-paying users. Grok is available to Premium and Premimum+ subscribers in the social media […]The post X is Rolling Out a Free Tier of Its Grok AI Chatbot…
- 25 days ago 13 Nov 24, 10:30am -
- Google Launches Vids, an AI Video Tool for Workspace Users
Announced back in April, Google is finally rolling out Vids—its video creation tool—to the Workspace ecosystem. With Google Vids, Workspace users can create videos from scratch or using pre-existing templates. […]The post Google Launches Vids,…
- 27 days ago 11 Nov 24, 10:30am -
- How to Make Terracotta in Minecraft
Terracotta is the most visually versatile material in Minecraft. It is strong like stone blocks and can be dyed and glazed into several colors and different patterns, making it an […]The post How to Make Terracotta in Minecraft first appeared on O…
- 30 days ago 8 Nov 24, 11:00am -
- How to Reboot a WiFi Router
Whether you’re streaming your favorite show, working from home, or participating in an online class, a reliable internet connection is essential. Your router delivers that connection to all your wireless […]The post How to Reboot a WiFi Router f…
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