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Cloudflare expands Project Galileo to shield media from AI misuse
Cloudflare expands Project Galileo, offering free AI and bot protection to 750 independent media and non-profits to safeguard original content from misuse.

Finally! Windows 11 24H2 won’t break your webcam or Bluetooth anymore
Ever since version 24H2 of Windows 11 was rolled out to the public last autumn, there have been persistent problems with some webcams, which, among other things, made it difficult to use facial recognition to log in with Windows Hello. To protect users, Microsoft chose back in October 2024 to stop...

This tiny 10,000mAh power bank with a built-in USB-C cable is 38% off
Power banks have become a permanent fixture in my bag. You never know when your phone will die or plans will change, making it a constant companion that keeps me connected. The Baseus Picogo power bank is a solid pick for many reasons, and it’s on sale for $24.69 right...

Enjoy 30 hours of battery with Sony’s noise-canceling headphones, now 34% off
Life can be hectic, but a good pair of headphones can help you block out the noise. The fantastic Sony WH-1000XM4 delivers impeccable noise-canceling and superb sound while jamming out to your favorite music, listening to audiobooks, or enjoying your favorite podcasts. They’re now 34 percent off at Amazon, bringing...

Rising SAT budgets fail to curb workplace security incidents
Despite rising SAT budgets, 94% of US organisations report increased workplace security incidents linked to human error, reveals a Huntress report.

NiCE partners with JJ Spaun to highlight AI focus in golf world
NiCE partners with U.S. Open champion JJ Spaun as brand ambassador, highlighting its AI-driven focus in golf and customer experience innovation.

FICO unveils tailored AI models to boost trust in financial sector
FICO has launched tailored AI models to enhance accuracy, transparency and trust in financial services, boosting fraud detection and compliance by over 35%.

Bugcrowd report reveals surge in hardware & network risks
Bugcrowd’s latest CISO report reveals hardware vulnerabilities surged 88% and network risks doubled amid rising AI use and connected devices in 2024.

Upgrade your home with Kasa smart switches for just $52 at Amazon
Honestly, the best thing you can do to control your lights at home is to replace your light switches. Right now, you can get three Kasa smart light switches for just $52–that’s 26 percent off at Amazon. These single-pole light switches are super easy to install, but they require a neutral...

Creative Pebble Nova review: A big versatile speaker for all your media
At a glanceExpert's Rating Pros Excellent clear, vibrant sound Great amplitude Suitable for multimedia Cons They’re quite big — bowling-ball size A fair bit of setup required RGB lighting could have been more prominent Our Verdict The Creative Pebble Nova is a large, versatile speaker with a clear and vibrant sound. Price When Reviewed This value will show...

OVHcloud deploys quantum SSL certificates for five million sites
OVHcloud now offers quantum-generated SSL certificates to nearly five million hosted websites, boosting security with free advanced encryption by October 2025.

'Dickie' Bird, charismatic former cricket umpire, dies at age 92
Yorkshire called Bird a “national treasure” who was “known not only for his umpiring excellence but also for his eccentricities and warmth.”

Tylenol-maker Kenvue shares bounce, Trump claims face pushback

Factbox-Companies pouring billions to advance AI infrastructure

Goodnotes collaborative docs and AI assitant to cater to professional users

US FDA declines to approve higher dose of Biogen's genetic disorder drug

Sempra sells $10 billion stake in infrastructure unit, greenlights Port Arthur expansion

I ditched my laptop for a mini PC and couldn’t be happier
Sometime after my social feeds started to fill up with ads for mini-PCs, I realized that there’s a silent revolution going on in desktop PCs. Welcome to the era of the mini-PC, where you can do all your computing from a PC smaller than a box of Pop-Tarts and much...