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Burger King just emailed everyone a blank receipt - but it's not a scam

Blank receipt reportedly sent to everyone on the Burger King company database.

Big Takeaways From the FBI's Mar-a-Lago Raid

The fact that a search of Donald Trump's Florida home was even necessary says a lot.

AirPods cases might support USB-C sooner than you think

Rumor has it that there is a timeline for bringing USB-C to all AirPods cases

Microsoft Azure has a new top gaming partner

Microsoft Azure and Unity look to make it easier for devs to distribute games on Xbox and Windows.

Maya Hawke, Camila Mendes Team Up in 'Do Revenge' Netflix Trailer - CNET

Hawke and Mendes play two high school girls out for payback.

Best Electric Cars and EVs for 2022 - CNET

We rounded up the best of the battery-powered cars just for you.

New Booster for COVID: Here's the Fall 2022 Vaccine Plan - CNET

Vaccine companies are working on new boosters that will target omicron subvariant BA.5.

Everything We Expect at Samsung Unpacked, From Galaxy Z Fold 4 to Galaxy Watch 5 - CNET

Samsung's August Unpacked event is tomorrow, and we're expecting several new devices.

Nvidia Sees a Metaverse Populated With Lifelike Chatbot Avatars - CNET

The next step in digital interaction will be talking to computers with a human face, chip designer Nvidia predicts at the Siggraph conference.

AppLovin Makes $20B Offer to Acquire Unity - CNET

Unity says its framework powers 70% of the top mobile games.

5 reasons you should buy a cheap phone over an expensive one

Here are five reasons to consider buying a cheap phone, even if you can afford a pricier one.

Best HDMI Cables for 2022 - CNET

There's no reason to break the bank on an HDMI cord, even for the most expensive TVs. Here's what we recommend.

Dear Gen Z, These Millennials Can Give You Tips About Surviving a Recession - CNET

Here are some important financial and career lessons the "older generation" learned during the Great Recession.

Never Forget Your Reading Glasses Again With 30% Off This Readers and Universal Pod Set - CNET

This $17 readers-and-case set are slim enough to attach to the back of your phone so you're always prepared.

Save 15% On Furniture and More Sitewide at Apartment 2B's Bigger and Better Sale - CNET

Whether you're just shopping for a new dresser or you're giving the entire living room a make-over, you'll find all the pieces you need for less at this sale.

Installing Windows 11 on Apple Macs is now as simple as a single click

Parallels goes live with an all-new version of its virtual machine software for macOS.

New Intel Arc GPUs hint at a change in strategy at Team Blue

Intel unveils new Arc Pro A-series GPUs for professional laptops and workstations.

Get Rid of Stubborn Pests With This $21 Electric Fly Swatter - CNET

Flies, gnats, mosquitos and other flying insects are no match for this Zap It racket.

The One Daily Activity That Can Make or Break Your Health - CNET

No, it's not exercise -- but it's just as important.

iOS 16 will make sharing screenshots way simpler – and save you heaps of storage

iOS 16 beta 5 has added a new tool to easily dispose of screenshots.

Apple’s Mac mini M1 Pro got canned – but something better is coming

Apple was supposedly making an M1 Pro version, then ditched it to run with new spins based on M2 SoCs.

How to protect your business from data theft

is*hosting CEO outlines some of the most common methods to keep your data safe.

MYXfitness bike beats Peloton on weight capacity. Too bad that's where support for larger riders ends

The MYX II bike's higher weight capacity makes it accessible to more riders. So why is its fitness program targeted to a select few?

Never fear, Microsoft Office users - you won't be cut off early after all

Company goes back on initial block on using Office 2016 and 2019, but warns users about potential Microsoft 365 issues.

The 5 best rugged laptops of 2022

What is the best rugged laptop for students? Our expert pick is the Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 10 for its 12th gen Intel processor, slim and lightweight design, and robust security features. Getting your hands on a rugged laptop is easier than ever now that brands like Lenovo, MSI, and Asus have models that are tested against MIL-STD-810 standards for moisture, dust, and drop resistance.

Garmin Enduro 2: 150 hours of GPS tracking and endurance athlete training features

Garmin has a host of wearables designed for athletes across a broad spectrum of activities. The new Enduro 2 has a 40% longer battery life than the original model, along with Garmin's brightest flashlight and a host of training features for endurance athletes.

Pinarello's Sleek New Gravel Bike Awakens Your Need for Speed

The storied bike brand has outfitted its new cyclocross racing machine with a minimal 13-speed drivetrain from fellow Italian company Campagnolo.

A Computer Weekly buyer’s guide to cyber insurance

This Laser-Firing Truck Could Help Make Hot Cities More Livable

Scientists are driving around in a specialized observatory to better understand how urban heat varies not only block to block, but door to door.

What Could Keep Climate Change From Becoming Catastrophic?

WIRED’s editor in chief weighs the merits and detriments of carbon capture and storage, plus more thoughts on this month’s headlines.

Cyber insurance getting harder to obtain

Eurotunnel’s digital journey for the realities of post-Covid travel

How to find out if you are involved in a data breach -- and what to do next

Here's a guide highlighting the tools you can use to determine if your account is at risk.

Office 2016 and 2019 users won't be cut off from Microsoft 365 back-end services next year

Microsoft is warning Office 2016 and 2019 users that they might encounter issues when connecting to Microsoft 365 back-end services starting in October 2023. But they won't be blocked from doing so.

A Glimpse of a Future Without White People

Mohsin Hamid’s The Last White Man is a book about race metamorphosis—and the seduction of power.

Apple orders 95 million iPhone 14 units from suppliers

That's a 5% increase on what the company had previously predicted.

The Best Theragun (and Other Great Massage Guns)

Therabody’s percussive therapy devices help soothe achy muscles. Here’s our guide to its lineup—and some cheaper alternatives.

The Panasonic Lumix GH6 Lets You Film on the Fly

In-body stabilization and thoughtfully designed controls make this workhorse a great choice for in-the-field photographers and filmmakers.

The Chaotic Monkeypox Vaccine Pipeline Is Leaving Everyone Short

A Danish company that’s the sole producer of the only approved vaccine has sold nearly all its supplies to the US, and it won’t be making new doses until 2023.

Crypto and the US Government Are Headed for a Decisive Showdown

A crop of lawsuits could finally settle the question of whether most digital assets are illegal securities offerings.

NHS recovering key services after attack on supplier

Internet giants in favour as Ireland tightens rules on datacentres

The 6 best cheap web hosting services of 2022

What is the best cheap web hosting? A2 Hosting is ZDNet's top choice. We researched and compared pricing as well as features like customer support, security, and backups to determine our No. 1 pick as well as several other honorable mentions. You can buy a month's worth of quality web hosting from a well-established service provider for less than the price of a grande cappuccino. What's the catch? You'll have to research a bit to make accurate long-term comparisons of the competing offerings. That's where our buyer's guide can help.

Garmin HRM-Pro Plus review: One very handy design update, same price

Garmin's watches have heart-rate sensors on the back, but for the most accurate and timely heart rate data the chest strap is the preferred form factor. Garmin's new chest strap has one major design update while keeping the same price as the previous generation.

A Delta customer asked for basic service. Instead, a raving Twilight Zone

The failure of airline customer service is the failure of technology. But only partly.

The 6 best LastPass alternatives of 2022

What is the best LastPass alternative? ZDNet's expert pick is Bitwarden for its multi-platform support, low price, and security features. Does LastPass' changes to the free offering got you down? Don't feel like paying $36 a year for the premium service? Here are some alternatives.

United Airlines employees just showed how to use data to shame your bosses

In the vast realm of employee relations, this might actually impress customers too. Because it affects them.

CIO interview: Stephen Booth, CIO, Coventry University

The dangers of the UK’s illogical war on encryption

Datacentre sector hits back at claims that West London electricty grid capacity crunch is its fault

Specialist providers fill the missing bits in public cloud

Bayern Munich sides with Adobe to enhance global fan experience

TOP 10 AI MARKETING TOOLS YOU SHOULD USE

   The marketing industry is turning to artificial intelligence (AI) as a way to save time and execute smarter, more personalized campaigns. 61% of marketers say AI software is the most important aspect of their data strategy.  If you’re late to the AI party, don’t worry. It’s easier than you think to start leveraging artificial intelligence tools in your marketing strategy. Here are 10 AI marketing tools every marketer should start using today.1. Personalize Personalize is an AI-powered technology that helps you identify and produce highly targeted sales and marketing campaigns by tracking the products and services your contacts are most interested in at any given time. The platform uses an algorithm to identify each contact’s top three interests, which are updated in real-time based on recent site activity.Key FeaturesIdentifies  top three interests based on metrics like time on page, recency and frequency of each contactsWorks with every ESP and CRMEasy to get up and running in daysEnterprise-grade technology at a low cost for SMBs2. Seventh Sense  Seventh Sense provides behavioral analytics that help you win attention in your customers’ overcrowded email inboxes. Choosing the best day and time to send an email is always a gamble. And while some days of[…]

What is Blockchain: Everything You Need to Know (2022)

If you want to pay online, you need to register an account and provide credit card information. If you don't have a credit card, you can pay with bank transfer. With the rise of cryptocurrencies, these methods may become old.Imagine a world in which you can do transactions and many other things without having to give your personal information. A world in which you don’t need to rely on banks or governments anymore. Sounds amazing, right? That’s exactly what blockchain technology allows us to do.It’s like your computer’s hard drive. blockchain is a technology that lets you store data in digital blocks, which are connected together like links in a chain. Blockchain technology was originally invented in 1991 by two mathematicians, Stuart Haber and W. Scot Stornetta. They first proposed the system to ensure that timestamps could not be tampered with.A few years later, in 1998, software developer Nick Szabo proposed using a similar kind of technology to secure a digital payments system he called “Bit Gold.” However, this innovation was not adopted until Satoshi Nakamoto claimed to have invented the first Blockchain and Bitcoin.So, What is Blockchain?A blockchain is a distributed database shared between the nodes of a computer network.[…]

Sellfy Review 2022: How Good Is This Ecommerce Platform?

 Are you searching for an ecomerce platform to help you build an online store and sell products?In this Sellfy review, we'll talk about how this eCommerce platform can let you sell digital products while keeping full control of your marketing.And the best part? Starting your business can be done in just five minutes.Let us then talk about the Sellfy platform and all the benefits it can bring to your business.What is Sellfy?Sellfy is an eCommerce solution that allows digital content creators, including writers, illustrators, designers, musicians, and filmmakers, to sell their products online. Sellfy provides a customizable storefront where users can display their digital products and embed "Buy Now" buttons on their website or blog. Sellfy product pages enable users to showcase their products from different angles with multiple images and previews from Soundcloud, Vimeo, and YouTube. Files of up to 2GB can be uploaded to Sellfy, and the company offers unlimited bandwidth and secure file storage. Users can also embed their entire store or individual project widgets in their site, with the ability to preview how widgets will appear before they are displayed.FeaturesSellfy includes:Online StoreSellfy is a powerful e-commerce platform that helps you personalize your online storefront. You can[…]

Top 10 Best PLR(Private Label Rights) Websites | Which One You Should Join in 2022?

Content creation is one of the biggest struggles for many marketers and business owners. It often requires both time and financial resources, especially if you plan to hire a writer.Today, we have a fantastic opportunity to use other people's products by purchasing Private Label Rights.To find a good PLR website, first, determine the type of products you want to acquire. One way to do this is to choose among membership sites or PLR product stores. Following are 10 great sites that offer products in both categories.What are PLR websites?Private Label Rights (PLR) products are digital products that can be in the form of an ebook, software, online course videos, value-packed articles, etc. You can use these products with some adjustments to sell as your own under your own brand and keep all the money and profit yourself without wasting your time on product creation.The truth is that locating the best website for PLR materials can be a time-consuming and expensive exercise. That’s why we have researched, analyzed, and ranked the best 10 websites:1. PLR.me PLR.me is of the best places to get PLR content in 2021-2022. It offers a content marketing system that comes with courses, brandable tools, and more. It[…]

Top 7 Best Wordpress Plugin Of All Time

 If you are looking for the best wordpress plugins, then you are at the right place. Here is the list of best wordpress plugins that you should use in your blog to boost SEO, strong your security and know every aspects of your blog . Although creating a good content is one factor but there are many wordpress plugins that perform different actions and add on to your success. So let's  start1.Yoast SEOThose users who are serious about SEO, Yoast SEO will do the work for them to reach their goals. All they need to do is select a keyword, and the plugin will then optimize your page according to the specified keywordYoast offers many popular SEO WordPress plugin functions. It gives you real-time page analysis to optimize your content, images, meta descriptions, titles, and kewords. Yoast also checks the length of your sentences and paragraphs, whether you’re using enough transition words or subheadings, how often you use passive voice, and so on. Yoast tells Google whether or not to index a page or a set of pages too.Let me summarize these points in bullets:Enhance the readability of your article to reduce bounce rateOptimize your articles with targetted keywordsLet Google[…]

Most Frequently Asked Questions About NFTs(Non-Fungible Tokens)

 Non-fungible tokens (NFTs) are the most popular digital assets today, capturing the attention of cryptocurrency investors, whales and people from around the world. People find it amazing that some users spend thousands or millions of dollars on a single NFT-based image of a monkey or other token, but you can simply take a screenshot for free. So here we share some freuently asked question about NFTs.1) What is an NFT?NFT stands for non-fungible  token, which is a cryptographic token on a blockchain with unique identification codes that distinguish it from other tokens. NFTs are unique and not interchangeable, which means no two NFTs are the same. NFTs can be a unique artwork, GIF, Images, videos, Audio album. in-game items, collectibles etc.2) What is Blockchain?A blockchain is a distributed digital ledger that allows for the secure storage of data. By recording any kind of information—such as bank account transactions, the ownership of Non-Fungible Tokens (NFTs), or Decentralized Finance (DeFi) smart contracts—in one place, and distributing it to many different computers, blockchains ensure that data can’t be manipulated without everyone in the system being aware.3) What makes an NFT valuable?The value of an NFT comes from its ability to be traded freely[…]

Most Frequently Asked Questions About Email Marketing

1. Why is email marketing important?Email is the marketing tool that helps you  create a seamless, connected, frictionless buyer journey. More importantly, email marketing allows you to build relationships with prospects, customers, and past customers. It's your chance to speak  to them right in their inbox, at a time that suits them. Along with the right message, email can become one of your most powerful marketing channels.2. What is benefits of email marketing?Email marketing is best way for creating long term relationship with your clients, and increasing sales in our company.Benefits of email marketing for bussiness:Better brand recognitionStatistics of what works bestMore salesTargeted audienceMore traffic to your products/services/newsletterBuild credibilityMost  bussinesses are using email marketing and making tons of money with email marketing.3. What is the simplest day and time to send my marketing emails?Again, the answer to this question varies from company to company. And again, testing is the way to find out what works best. Typically, weekends and mornings seem to be  times when multiple emails are opened, but since your audience may have different habits, it's best to experiment and then use your  data to decide. 4. Which metrics should I be looking at?The two most important metrics for[…]

Top 9 Free AI Tools That Make Your Life Easier

Copy.aiPhoto:- Copy.aiFirst one on the list is copy.ai. It is an AI based copy writer tool. Basically  what a copywriter tool does is, it gives you content that you can post on your blog or video  when you give it a few descriptions about the topic you want content on.So copy ai can help you write instagram captions gives you blog idea, product descriptions,  facebook content, startup ideas, viral ideas, a lot of things it can do, you just make an account  in this website, then select a tool and fill in the necessary description and the AI will generate  content on what you ask for.For tutorials go to their official Youtube  channel .An awesome tool that is going to be really handy in the future.Hotpot.aiHotpot.ai offers a collection of  AI tools for designers, as well as for anyone, it has an “AI picture restorer” which removes  scratches ,and basically restores your old photo into amazing pictures and makes it look brand new.  Ai picture colorizer , turns your black and white photo into color. And there is a background  remover tool, picture enlarger and a lot more for designers, check it out,and explore all the tools.Deep-nostalgiaDeep-nostalgia became  very popular on the internet when people[…]