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Hi HN! This is Ben from Reality Defender (https://www.realitydefender.com). We build real-time multimodal and multi-model deepfake detection for Fortune 100s and governments all over the world. (We even won the RSAC Innovation Showcase award for our work: https://www.prnewswire.co
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On an average day, tens of millions of people visit The New York Times Games section to solve the latest crossword puzzle, keep their Wordle streak alive, or see if they can figure out the mystery of that day’s Connections puzzle. Two-thirds of the site’s weekly visitors play two or more games. Half play fou
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A client asked me to create a bulging text effect. With a bit of cleverness and some advanced CSS, I managed to get a result I’m genuinely proud of, which is covered in this three-part series.
3D Layered Text: The Basics originally published on CSS-Tricks, which is part of the
ChatGPT is powerful, but not every task is safe for AI. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/11-things-you-shouldnt-use-chatgpt-for-and-why-youll-regret-it/#ftag=CADf328eec
Not only could the new AR glasses arrive sooner than expected, they're rumored to be cheaper than expected. https://www.cnet.com/tech/mobile/better-than-ray-bans-meta-could-unveil-hypernova-glasses-next-month/#ftag=CADf328eec
Reports suggest streaming services are vying to air the Oscars after ABC's deal ends in 2028. https://www.cnet.com/culture/entertainment/by-2029-you-could-be-streaming-the-oscars-on-youtube-or-netflix/#ftag=CADf328eec
NordVPN Meshnet is set to be discontinued starting from December 1, 2025.
https://www.techradar.com/vpn/vpn-services/nordvpn-is-killing-meshnet-heres-all-we-know
One of Peacemaker's new cast members hopes she'll also feature in another of the DC Universe's most anticipated projects.
Workday plays down effects of attack, but data was taken.
Looking for NYT Strands answers and hints? Here's all you need to know to solve today's game, including the spangram.
https://www.techradar.com/computing/websites-apps/nyt-strands-today-answers-hints-19-august-2025
Looking for NYT Connections answers and hints? Here's all you need to know to solve today's game, plus my commentary on the puzzles.
https://www.techradar.com/gaming/nyt-connections-today-answers-hints-19-august-2025
Looking for Quordle clues? We can help. Plus get the answers to Quordle today and past solutions.
https://www.techradar.com/computing/websites-apps/quordle-today-answers-clues-19-august-2025
Congress halts state AI regulation, pushing companies to self-govern amid rapid enterprise adoption.
As a cyber expert and dad, I’m extremely cautious about social media and my kids.
Regulated industries must take precaution when using data to train LLMs. Here's how synthetic data helps.
Hackers are moving away from delivering malware via email and are focusing on URLs and ClickFix scams, report warns.
The latest Windows 11 update could spell trouble for SSDs, but let's not get carried away yet.
All the ways to watch The Hundred live streams online and from anywhere, as 43-year-old Jimmy Anderson and 17-year-old Rocky Flintoff enter the fray.
https://www.techradar.com/streaming/entertainment/watch-the-hundred-2025-live-stream
Amazon has unveiled the first official images for Fallout season 2 ahead of its December 2025 release.
This Reddit user is summarizing books through AI, and it's everything wrong with the way we use tools like ChatGPT.
Samsung's flagship Neo QLED TV is a massive 115 inches and features Samsung's most advanced NQ8 Ai Gen3 processor
Cisco says it patched a 10/10 severity flaw in Secure Firewall Management Center.
New leaks claim that Garmin watches are about to get Apple Watch-style LTE connectivity.
If you want to leverage even an integrated GPU for AI you need memory, and Intel is following AMD's lead on Core Ultra and allowing you to choose how much you're using.
As concerns grow, Chris Hansen has turned his lens back on Roblox, the popular gaming platform, while parents and advocacy groups demand accountability.
https://www.windowscentral.com/gaming/chris-hansen-targets-roblox-as-its-shares-plummet
The first computer I ever used was cobbled together using various Apple computer parts. It was made back when Apple didn't have a walled garden like it does today. In fact, it was the rise of the walled garden that pushed my family away from Apple and toward Windows.
https://www.windowscentral.com/hardware/desktops/apple-used-to-have-open-pcs-when-that-chang
If you’re thinking of buying a laptop, maybe consider a mini PC instead. You’ll get a lot more performance bang for your buck and it’ll take up a lot less space on your desk. Maybe something like this Beelink SER5 Max that’s on sale for just $339 right now on Amazon (was $449) with Prime. Don’t have Prime? Not a pro
Have you heard this one before? A scrappy entertainment company launches a small catalog of ad-free streaming movies and TV shows for cheap. It doesn’t seem like a big deal at first, because the content is mostly B-movies and reruns, but it proves popular with consumers and goes on to change television entertainment as we know it.
I could be referring to Ne
Although support for Windows 10 will not end in October 2025 after all, Microsoft’s additional grace period extends its life by only one year. This means that many users will soon not only have to say goodbye to their operating system, but also to their computer in the near future.
Even if its components are powerful enough for Windows 11, it may become ele
This weekend, a friend of mine showed off their RetroPi setup along with their mad skills in Super Ghouls ‘n Ghosts and Yoshi’s Cookie. I wonder how well they’d do if they had to switch from a full TV to a tiny screen that would make a modern smartphone blush? I mean, $40 is all it would take for me to disguise a cruel joke as a gift, and I’m tempte
Traveling is a true joy, but only when you’re at your destination. Getting there is a different story. The combined hours crammed onto planes, trains, or buses can really take their toll—especially if you’re 6’3″ like me. Watching a movie or TV show can help distract from the tight seats and lack of leg room, but that has its own issue: ergonomics.
If you’re a Gmail user, you need to be particularly careful right now as criminals are currently targeting Gmail accounts. Hackers from a group called ShinyHunters were recently able to gain access to Google’s Salesforce database systems, reports Forbe
Great monitors don’t have to break the bank, and this Acer model is proof of that. It’s only $220 right now on Amazon, a sizeable drop from its original $300 price and a solid deal for the specs.
This Acer XV272U is a 27-inch display that features an IPS panel with a crisp 1440p resolution—the “sweet spot”
If there’s anyone you can trust to keep your copy of Windows up and running, it should be Microsoft, right? That’s true… until it isn’t. Some recent updates are causing severe stability issues for Windows 11, and the latest one might just make your solid-state drive (SSD) or hard drive (HDD) unreadable, though thankfully it seems to be an isolated issue.
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Dell delivers stunning imagery with the S3225QC. It’s a 32-inch QD-OLED with 120 Hz, Adaptive-Sync, HDR10, Dolby Vision, wide gamut color, and spatial audio from an integrated sound bar. It ups the ante for luxury gaming and entertainment.
https://www.tomshardware.com/monitors/gaming-monitors/dell-s3225qc-32-inch-4k-qd-oled-monitor-review
Windows users are reporting SSD issues following the latest Windows 11 security patch.
The security industry and the hackers they're supposed to defend against have both increased their use of AI as publicly available agents become more capable.
AMD to host 2025 Financial Analyst Day this November, where it will reveal its strategic technology and products roadmaps spanning from Zen 6 and CDNA 5 through the end of the decade.
The Pixel 9 Pro Fold was one of my favorite gadgets of 2024 to the point where it even landed on our list of the biggest winners of the year. Not only was it a worthy alternative to Samsung's long-running Galaxy Z
Last summer, Samsung overhauled its Galaxy Buds line with the Galaxy Buds 3 and 3 Pro. This year, the company is adding a third, more affordable option to its earbuds family with
The back-to-school season is a good time to save on tech, whether you're returning to campus or not. While some discounts are reserved for students, others are available to everyone. One of the best right now is on Apple's M3-powered
Article URL: https://www.theregister.com/2025/08/18/opinion_column_ai_surveillance/
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Article URL: https://github.com/awslabs/mcp/blob/main/VIBE_CODING_TIPS_TRICKS.md
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ROAS looks great in reports, but it can distort your strategy. Here’s how to rethink your KPIs for long-term growth, not just short-term wins.
The post Why CMOs Should Rethink ROAS As A North Star Metric appeared first on Search Engine Journal.
https://www.searchenginejournal.com/why-cmos-should-rethink-roas-as-a-north-star
Curioso's AI tools can give you directions and contextual travel tips, which you can then export to Google Maps for the latest traffic alerts. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/end-of-summer-road-trip-coming-up-how-ai-made-my-travel-planning-easier/#ftag=CADf328eec
Think your Airbnb is private? These tips will tell you if it's not. https://www.cnet.com/home/security/how-to-spot-hidden-cameras-in-your-airbnb-with-these-7-tips/#ftag=CADf328eec
We asked pro chefs, restaurateurs and cooking instructors about the biggest blunders home cooks make in the kitchen. https://www.cnet.com/news/these-are-the-biggest-mistakes-home-cooks-make-according-to-professional-chefs/#ftag=CADf328eec
According to CNET's sleep expert, not using a bed frame has more negatives than positives. Here's the lowdown. https://www.cnet.com/health/sleep/yes-you-need-a-bed-frame-for-your-mattress-heres-why/#ftag=CADf328eec
Apple's upcoming phone could be slighter bigger and more powerful -- and potentially pricer. https://www.cnet.com/tech/mobile/iphone-17-rumors-everything-to-know-from-redesigned-cameras-to-an-upgraded-display/#ftag=CADf328eec
No Meet or Teams? This FaceTime trick connects you instantly anyway. https://www.cnet.com/tech/mobile/facetime-on-android-and-pc-yes-you-can/#ftag=CADf328eec
Whether it's an air-fryer, grill or skillet, Cornell chicken wins every time. https://www.cnet.com/how-to/this-75-year-old-bbq-chicken-recipe-still-beats-every-trendy-one-ive-tried/#ftag=CADf328eec
It seems there are a number of new Philips Hue products in the pipeline, as per a website leak.
Meta’s next-gen smart glasses might not be as expensive as was originally feared.
Microsoft is changing its Online Services pricing via Enterprise Agreements, making it more expensive for many smaller customers.
Charting Amanda Knox’s fight for justice after being wrongfully convicted of murder, we explain here how to watch The Twisted Tale of Amanda Knox online and from anywhere now.
https://www.techradar.com/how-to-watch/tv-shows/the-twisted-tale-of-amanda-knox
Fed up with Windows 11's dark mode remaining unfinished? Here's some good news.
The Blueair PetAir Pro might be the solution to every pet-loving allergy-sufferer's biggest problem – if your pet agrees to actually use it.
No CVE or severity score has been revealed, but a patch for Plex has already been issued.
I won’t hear any arguments against Terence Stamp’s best movie being Priscilla, Queen of the Desert, so go and stream it for free while you can.
AI with Gemini including voice activation and translation with real-time interpreter, plus enhanced ANC –on paper there's plenty to like for the money.
Here's what you can do to ensure your data doesn't get nuked if your cloud provider decides you're no longer a customer.
Perplexity made a $34.5 billion offer for Chrome, far above its own value, but Google has no plans to sell the world’s most-used browser.
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A new report says China has started mandating that data centers use 50% homegrown silicon.
China's push for AI hardware self-reliance hits the roadblock despite U.S. government's restructions due to fragmented hardware and software ecosystems.
Electronics hobbyist Rob Smith has built a ‘fully working M314 Motion Tracker’.
Samsung's 990 Pro SSD is down to a price we haven't seen since November 2023.
Montage Technology has launched the new Jintide C6P series of server processors in China.
Foxconn has sold its Lordstown, Ohio, factory to SoftBank but will keep operating it as an AI server hub for the $500 billion Stargate project.
Google has agreed to pay a fine of $55 million AUD ($36 million USD) for anticompetitive practices, the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) announced. It stems from deals Google undertook with Australian telecommunications companies Telstra and Optus to only pre-install Google Search.
The key there is that these
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A software engineer fed up by SEO spam in mainstream search engines creates a brand new one from scratch.
The post Tired Of SEO Spam, Software Engineer Creates A New Search Engine appeared first on Search Engine Journal.
https://www.searchenginejournal.com/tired-of-seo-spam-software-engineer-creates-a-new-search
From AI disruption to vanishing attribution, this breakdown of CMO challenges offers a realistic view and tactical path through one of marketing’s most volatile years.
The post Why The Last Year Has Been The Biggest Challenge For CMOs appeared first on Search Engine Journal.
