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Twitch is giving all users access to its discovery feed later this month

Twitch has been testing a discovery feed for livestreams and Clips on mobile since last year, in hopes of giving users a new way to find new streamers to follow and, hence, spend more time on the platform. Now, the website has announced that it's rolling out the feature to all users later this month. The feed will first appear as a n

30m | Engadget
Apple Users in the EU Now Have a New Third-Party App Store to Play With     - CNET

Altstore PAL is available only for residents in the EU as part of the Digital Markets Act ruling that Apple must allow third-party app stores. https://www.cnet.com/tech/apple-users-in-the-eu-now-have-a-new-third-party-app-store-to-play-with/#ftag=CADf328eec

2h | cnet.com
Best Internet Providers in Allentown, Pennsylvania     - CNET

Verizon Fios is tough to beat for home internet in Allentown, but it’s best to explore all your options. Here are the top internet providers in Allentown. https://www.cnet.com/home/internet/best-internet-providers-in-allentown-pa/#ftag=CADf328eec

4h | cnet.com
Taylor Swift and TikTok Are Going Steady Again as New Album Approaches     - CNET

With The Tortured Poets Department about to hit stores, Swifties once again can use some of the singer's songs in their videos again. https://www.cnet.com/tech/taylor-swift-and-tiktok-are-going-steady-again-as-new-album-approaches/#ftag=CADf328eec

4h | cnet.com
Kooperace mezi knihovnami Pint a SymPy při manipulaci s veličinami a jednotkami

Ve druhém článku o manipulacích s hodnotami a jednotkami si ukážeme kooperaci knihovny Pint s knihovnou SymPy. I samotná knihovna SymPy práci s jednotkami a veličinami do určité míry podporuje. https://www.root.cz/clanky/kooperace-mezi-knihovnami-pint-a-sympy-pri-manipulaci-s-velicinami-a-jednotkami/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=text&utm_campaign=rss

5h | root.cz
Let's Encrypt vymění řetězec důvěry a nasadí nové mezilehlé certifikáty

Certifikační autorita Let's Encrypt připravuje několik technických změn, které ovlivní generování certifikátů a jejich řetězec důvěry. Odpojí se tím od autority IdenTrust a zrychlí TLS handshake. https://www.root.cz/clanky/let-s-encrypt-vymeni-retezec-duvery-a-nasadi-nove-mezilehle-certifikaty/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=text&utm_campaign=rss

5h | root.cz
Show HN: A no-watermark video downloader for Any social media

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I'm a solo-founder navigating product market fit. I've spent 3 years building Double Subtitles which I am very proud of, but I don't know how to do marketing and my growth is somewhat stagnant. Through learning about SEO, I discovered this opportunity that I want to share:

There are a lot of websites that let you download social media videos, which have extremely high traffic. But they are all disjoint, in the sense that some download TikTok videos, while others download In

Top Wall Street brokerages start Reddit coverage but remain doubtful

Top Wall Street brokerages, whose investment banking units helped Reddit prepare for its public issue, started coverage of the social media company with doubts over its user growth, while staying bullish on ad revenue and its use of artificial intelligence (AI). Goldman Sachs and J.P.Morgan began with a “neutral” rating

Naval Ravikant’s AirChat social media app looks to connect people through natural voice

Venture capitalist Naval Ravikant has rolled out a social media app centered around communicating through voice notes, looking to challenge the dominance of text-based platforms such as Elon Musk-owned X and Meta Platforms

Experts worry the government was just given more cover to conduct mass surveillance

The House of Representatives’ vote last week to extend Section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act (FISA) by two years suggests the government will continue to enjoy its authority to collect the messages of Americans communicating with targeted foreigners abroad.

The FBI

Could the AI revolution crash our data centers?

The hundreds of AI tools now flooding the market share at least one thing in common: They all require massive amounts of data to operate. And as usage of those tools increases, the draw on data centers will become ever greater—potentially throwing a hitch into the generative AI revolution.

Beyond that, the increase in demand required by

This startup wants doctors to use music in the ICU

Sometimes, music is the best medicine. The right tune at the right time can make us feel more relaxed, give us the needed boost to finish a work task, or even put a smile on our face. British music tech startup MediMusic bets that music can also help us recover from illnesses, make medicine more effective, and reduce the reliance on opiates to treat pain.

MediMusic recently concluded a clinical trial with the British National Health Service that

ChatGPT’s Chinese competitor Ernie Bot is on track to exceed 200 million users

China’s Baidu said on Tuesday its artificial intelligence chatbot “Ernie Bot” has garnered more than 200 million users as it seeks to remain China’s most popular ChatGPT-like chatbot amid increasingly fierce competition.

The number of users has roughly doubled since the company’s last update in December. The chatbot was released to the public eight months ago.

TikTok Lite has 24 hours to deliver risk assessment, over mental health concerns for minors

ByteDance’s TikTok has been given 24 hours to provide a risk assessment on its new app TikTok Lite launched this month in France and Spain on concerns of its potential impact on children and users’ mental health, the Europ

Netflix gained 22 million subscribers in 2023 after a password-sharing crackdown, but will the growth last?


Netflix’s plan to maintain subscriber growth after two quarters of blockbuster increases will be in focus when it reports earnings on Thursday, with some analysts warning that gains from a crackdown on password sharing are set to ease.

The streaming pioneer saw its strongest growth since the pandemic in the

EU questions TikTok’s new app that pays users to watch videos

European Union regulators said Wednesday they’re seeking details from TikTok on a new app from the video-sharing platform that pays users to watch videos.

The European Commission said it sent TikTok a “request for information” on the TikTok Lite app that has been quietly released in France and Spain.

The commission wants to know about

How to use a maturity model to shoot for the stars

With a solar eclipse recently plunging parts of the world in darkness—and the #1 show on Netflix highlighting the chaos caused by multiple celestial bodies in motion (3 Body Problem)—it’s safe to say that the stars have captured the popular imagination yet again. Astronomers, physicists, and other scientists have seized the moment to educate the public about their fields, and even local organizations like libraries threw events to capitalize on the interest (and teach people not to look dire

Mobileye to ship at least 46 million assisted driving chips to customers

Israeli automotive tech company Mobileye said on Wednesday it had secured orders to ship 46 million of its EyeQ6 Lite assisted-driving chips over the next few years as automakers race to make cars safer and easier to drive.

Mobileye is selling the EyeQ6 Lite in all major markets around the world, and cars with the technology will be launched in the middle of this year,

After mass layoffs, Tesla asks again to approve Elon Musk’s $56 billion pay package

With Tesla stocks trading at their lowest in almost a year, the EV carmaker has delivered an urgent new message to shareholders: Thanks to a Delaware court nullifying the pay package in January, Elon Musk still hasn’t received any of his earth-shattering $56 billion payout, and they must act to get him paid. Oh, and Tesla wants the amount to be the exact same as before: the largest compensation plan ever awarded in corporate history.

In a

Tech layoffs: Google and Rivian both cut jobs

The job cuts continue at Google and Rivian as both companies further trimmed their workforces Wednesday, part of a larger trend of layoffs in the tech industry this year.

Google laid off an unspecified number of workers, though the cuts were not company-wide. The company classified them as a reorganization that was part of the normal course of business. Affected employees will be able to apply for internal roles.

Google did not confirm or deny

Best Internet Providers in Trenton, New Jersey     - CNET

Despite being the New Jersey capital, Trenton has limited broadband choices. CNET examines the best home internet in Trenton, including cheap options. https://www.cnet.com/home/internet/best-internet-providers-in-trenton-nj/#ftag=CADf328eec

7h | cnet.com
Google Maps to Use AI to Help EV Car Owners Charge Up     - CNET

The internet giant is adding details about electric vehicle charging locations to help drivers plan stops in real time. https://www.cnet.com/roadshow/news/google-maps-to-use-ai-to-help-ev-car-owners-charge-up/#ftag=CADf328eec

7h | cnet.com
 Did the Fallout TV show just make a Fallout 4 ending canon?

The Fallout TV show is canon in the series' universe, and this hidden detail in it may have just confirmed one of Fallout 4's endings.

https://www.windowscentral.com/gaming/did-the-fallout-tv-show-just-make-a-fallout-4-ending-canon

 "We've shifted the responsibility of extracting relevant context for software engineering tasks from developers to the AI agents": Microsoft's AI-based framework turns developers to overnight 'mere supervisors'

A research paper recently published by Microsoft details how AI is turning software engineering into a fully automated task, rendering developers "mere supervisors." This reiterates the NVIDIA CEO's speculations about the future of coding as a career option for the next generation.

https://www.windowscentral.com/software-apps/weve-shifted-the-responsibility-

#426 – Edward Gibson: Human Language, Psycholinguistics, Syntax, Grammar & LLMs

Edward Gibson is a psycholinguistics professor at MIT and heads the MIT Language Lab. Please support this podcast by checking out our sponsors:

Transcript: https://lexfridman.com/edward-gibson-transcript

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Nintendo emulator Delta hits the iOS App Store, no sideloading required

It hasn't been long since Apple started allowing retro game emulators on the App Store. We've already seen one notable controversy after the company

7h | Engadget
TikTok is trying to clean up its ‘For You’ recommendations

TikTok is ramping up penalties for creators who post potentially “problematic” content and tightening its rules around what can be recommended in the app. The updates

7h | Engadget
Media coalition asks the feds to investigate Google’s removal of California news links

The News/Media Alliance, formerly the Newspaper Association of America, asked US federal agencies to investigate Google’s removal of links to California news media outlets. Google’s tactic is in response to the proposed California Journalism Preservation Act (CJPA), which would require it and other tech companies to pay for links to Cal

7h | Engadget
Overwatch 2 Season 10 Guide: The Game Has Never Been This Good     - CNET

The new season brings an exciting new hero, an interesting twist on Overwatch lore, and also the biggest improvement since the game's launch. https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/overwatch-2-season-10-guide-the-game-has-never-been-this-good/#ftag=CADf328eec

9h | cnet.com
6 Best Vitamins and Supplements for Eye Health     - CNET

Taking care of our eyes and vision should be top priority. Here are the best vitamins and supplements for your eyes. https://www.cnet.com/health/personal-care/6-best-vitamins-and-supplements-for-eye-health/#ftag=CADf328eec

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Get No-Subscription Lorex Cameras for Up to 45% Off at Site-Wide Sale     - CNET

This April sale features discounts on a number of our Lorex cam picks, which come with included on-board video storage and zero subscription fees. https://www.cnet.com/deals/get-no-subscription-lorex-cameras-for-up-to-45-off-at-site-wide-sale/#ftag=CADf328eec

9h | cnet.com
Get Up to $80 Off Select Google Nest Devices With Our Exclusive Discount Code     - CNET

Upgrade your smart home gear with security cams, video doorbells and more by taking advantage of these exclusive CNET deals on Wellbots. https://www.cnet.com/deals/get-up-to-80-off-select-google-nest-devices-with-our-exclusive-discount-code/#ftag=CADf328eec

9h | cnet.com
 The Apple Notes app could seriously step up its game in iOS 18 with these two upgrades

Apple observers are expecting the tech company to unveil an upgraded Notes app, integrating audio recordings and advanced math features, revolutionizing its digital note-taking.

https://www.techradar.com/phones/ios/the-apple-notes-app-could-seriously-step-up-its-game-in-ios-18-with-these-two-upgrades

 Google Maps AI upgrades could solve your EV charging headaches

New update will help you find the nearest charging station and point out where they can be found on long road trips.

https://www.techradar.com/computing/software/google-maps-ai-upgrades-could-solve-your-ev-charging-headaches

 Get these top 7 must-have FPS titles up to 85% off during Steam FPS Fest

Fans of action-packed shooter games won't want to miss out on Steam FPS Fest. Max out your savings by snagging these top seven deals on FPS hits.

https://www.laptopmag.com/gaming/get-these-top-7-must-have-fps-titles-up-to-85-off-during-steam-fps-fest

 I played the alpha for World of Warcraft's next big expansion — here are my thoughts on the biggest changes

World of Warcraft: The War Within is an upcoming major expansion for the 20-year-old MMO, focusing on diving deep into the Azerothian crust as the forces of the Void muster. We recently went hands-on to unearth the game's biggest changes.

https://www.windowscentral.com/gaming/world-of-warcraft-the-war-within-preview-hands-on

 Leaked renders of the first PC with Snapdragon X Elite CPU showcase a sexy Lenovo laptop

X (formerly Twitter) user "WalkingCat" leaked four renders of what is apparently Lenovo's Yoga Slim 7 14 2024 Snapdragon Edition laptop. If true, it's our first look at a laptop featuring Qualcomm's Snapdragon X Elite CPU.

https://www.windowscentral.com/hardware/laptops/snapdragon-x-elite-yoga-slim-7-leak

 Ghost of Tsushima PC specs: Does my computer meet recommended system requirements?

Ghost of Tsushima was a major hit on PlayStation and now it's finally coming to PC, but can your computer handle it? Check out the minimum and recommended specs. 👇

https://www.windowscentral.com/gaming/pc-gaming/ghost-of-tsushima-pc-specs-does-my-computer-meet-recommended-system-requirements

 Ghost of Tsushima brings PlayStation Trophies to Windows PC

Sucker Punch Productions' Ghost of Tsushima will support PlayStation Trophies on PC, a first for PlayStation games on PC.

https://www.windowscentral.com/gaming/pc-gaming/ghost-of-tsushima-brings-playstation-trophies-to-windows-pc

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9h | UX Design