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Watch live as NASA astronauts spacewalk to install a new automated docking ring on the ISS

NASA astronauts Nick Hague and Andrew Morgan are setting out today to perform the installation of a new International Docking Adapter (IDA) on the International Space Station that will provide another way for futuer crew craft flown by commercial providers to bring astronauts to the orbital research platform. This is the second IDA to be […]

Jabra Elite 65t deal: One of our favorite AirPods alternatives slashed to $89.99- CNET

Normally $169.99, these true-wireless headphones offer a noise-isolating design and great phone-call features.

Why a Promising, Potent Cancer Therapy Isn't Used in the US

Carbon ion radiation therapy is being used to blast tumors all over the world. Just not in the country that invented it.

The best iPad apps of 2019

You've got yourself an Apple tablet and you're bewildered by the sheer volume of apps. Just download these and your life will be better.

Best sound bars with Amazon Alexa- CNET

If you want a smart sound bar with Amazon Alexa onboard there are a number of speakers to choose from, but these are the best.

Amazon Music comes to select Garmin music-enabled sports watches

Garmin has been expanding music support on its various sports watches and now is the first wearable company to roll out support for Amazon Music. Amazon Prime subscribers can now enjoy music on their GPS sports watch for no additional cost.

Pokemon Go adds Jirachi research tasks after countdown- CNET

Niantic also revealed its September Ultra Bonus event, which will give you the chance to catch shiny Mewtwo and the first Pokemon from the Unova region.

Huawei founder rallies staff for 'live or die' moment

Ren Zhengfei to make changes as company deals with US supplier ban.

iPhone 11, 11 Pro, 11R and 11 Max: The specs, features and prices we expect from Apple in September- CNET

With all the buzz about the 2020 iPhone, what exactly are we going to see this year?

Apple, Google, and Mozilla block Kazakhstan's HTTPS intercepting certificate

Kazakhstan government's root certificate banned inside Chrome, Firefox, and Safari.

This huge speaker decks out your LG OLED TV with a wall of sound

The Canvas OLED speaker doubles up as a stand for your LG OLED TV.

Google Lens might get a lot easier to use on your phone

Google Lens might be extended to work on the Chrome app, so you can easily analyze an image from anywhere on the web.

From low code and cloud, to AI and encryption: What you do with data needs to be about more than buzzwords

Just as every company is now a technology company because you can't be in business without technology, every company is a data company - but most companies don't know about data or what to do with it.

African incubator MEST has a new MD and 11 fresh startup investments

Pan-African incubator MEST announced investments in 11 startups from its 2019 cohort that will each receive $100,000 in financing. The $1.1 million backing for a graduating class is the largest to date for the Accra-based organization — which operates as a training program and seed fund for African innovators to build successful commercial tech companies. […]

The best home security cameras of 2019- CNET

Whether you're worried about home intruders or just need to spy on your dog, these cameras can stream a live video feed straight to your smartphone.

Dell reveals most compact AIO PC ever

Save desk space and eliminate clutter with new Dell OptiPlex 7070 Ultra.

Mirrorless vs DSLR cameras: 10 key differences

Both offer pro features and interchangeable lenses, so how do you choose which type to go for?

EMUI 10 based on Android Q offers a glimpse at what is coming next to HUAWEI P30 series

Huawei’s latest EMUI10 brings the best features of Android Q along with a new camera app, UI design overhaul and key performance upgrades that could mean better screen tech, cameras and processor for upcoming flagships

UK banks outage caused by problem at US payment service provider

Netflix horror series I-Land is like Fyre Festival with murder- CNET

Lost meets Battle Royale meets Fyre Festival in this trailer for the new Netflix series I-Land starring Kate Bosworth, debuting Sept. 12.

Singapore lets firms apply for trademarks via mobile app

Businesses can file for trademark protection with the Intellectual Property Office of Singapore via a new mobile app, which aims to speed up the application process to 10 minutes from the current 60 minutes.

Spider-Man fans are extremely upset about him possibly leaving the MCU- CNET

You might say they... don't feel so good. Plus: Jeremy Renner weighs in!

Sony comments on Spider-Man possibly leaving the Marvel Cinematic Universe- CNET

Sony is "disappointed" but respects Disney's decision.

It Chapter 2 early reviews: 'Probably scarier' than part 1- CNET

Bill Hader's already getting Oscar buzz as early social reactions come out for the latest Stephen King adaptation.

Transport and logistics transformation driven by data

Fresh out of Y Combinator, Tandem lands millions from Andreessen Horowitz

Tandem is amongst the most sought after companies of Y Combinator's summer batch.

Disney delays Cruella ahead of D23 expo- CNET

The company also cancels an unnamed live-action movie.

Processor progress is alive and well, the builder of Apple's iPhone chips says- CNET

TSMC's research chief challenges pessimists with a bullish view on memory, 3D chip stacking and faster processor ingredients.

Adult website exposed personal data of 1.2 million users- CNET

Information included email addresses, location data, and content liked and shared on Luscious, a security research report says.

Why are revenue-based VCs investing in so many women and underrepresented founders?

A new wave of revenue-based investors are emerging who are using creative investing structures with some of the upside of traditional VC, but some of the downside protection of debt.

DoorDash acquires autonomous driving startup Scotty Labs

DoorDash has been on an acquisition tear of late, with Scotty Labs as its latest target. Terms of the deal were not disclosed, but this comes after DoorDash acquired Caviar in a deal worth $410 million. Scotty Labs, a tele-operations company that is working on technology to enable people to remotely control self-driving cars, raised […]

The Morning Show on Apple TV Plus reportedly costs $150M a season- CNET

The first two seasons of the Reese Witherspoon and Jennifer Aniston drama cost $300 million, a report says.

MoviePass reportedly left customers' credit cards exposed online- CNET

The movie subscription service didn’t encrypt or password-protect a database, according to a report.

Walmart sues Tesla for negligence after multiple solar panel fires

Walmart is suing Tesla for breach of contract and gross negligence after rooftop solar panel systems on seven of the retailer’s stores allegedly caught fire, according to a filing. Walmart said the lawsuit, which was filed Tuesday in New York state court, arose from years of gross negligence and failure to live up to industry […]

The American AI Initiative: A good first step, of many

When the global economy starts to feel the shift ushered in with mass-adoption of AI, the United States needs to be leading the charge as opposed to chasing the pack.

Facebook’s New Privacy Feature Comes With a Loophole

"Off-Facebook Activity" will give users more control over their data, but Facebook needs up to 48 hours to aggregate your information into a format it can share with advertisers.

Disney+ Brandishes Its Weapon: An Infinity Gauntlet of Brands

While everyone else was yelling about chicken sandwiches, Disney assembled its forces to fire the first shot in the Streaming Wars.

Waxed canvas bags from Waterfield, Manhattan Portage, Saddleback and more

It's Bag Week again! And here for your consideration are a handful of bags from a variety of makers who specialize (or dabble) in waxed canvas, my favorite material. It's natural, it's durable, and it looks great — what's not to like?

Netflix’s new feature for tracking upcoming releases could help retain subscribers

Hoping to keep viewers engaged with its content, Netflix today announced the launch of a new section called “Latest” in its TV app, designed to highlight the streaming service’s recent and upcoming releases. The addition isn’t just another row or two within the main Netflix homepage. Instead, the “Latest” section gets its own dedicated area […]

Backdoor code found in 11 Ruby libraries

RubyGems staff have removed 18 malicious Ruby library versions that have been downloaded 3,584 times since July 8.

A Huge Ransomware Attack Messes With Texas

A coordinated strike against 23 local governments is called the largest such hack from a single source.

Vaping May Harm Your Blood Flow—Even Without Nicotine

Inhaling e-cigarette vapor alone had an immediate, negative impact on the vascular systems of first-time vapers.

Dorm food: Delivery robots coming to 100 college campuses

As municipalities hesitate, robot delivery companies strike creative deals.

Unpatchable security flaw found in popular SoC boards

Xilinx Zynq UltraScale+ SoCs are normally used in automotive, aviation, consumer electronics, industrial, and military components.

YubiKey 5Ci: USB-C and Lightning Security Key

The world’s first Lightning-compatible security key

10 Best Wireless Earbuds for Working Out (2019)

Looking for a pair of sturdy, sweatproof, buds to help you rock your inner jock? We have you covered.

2020 Lincoln Aviator is a first-class flier- Roadshow

Lincoln's newest three-row scales the big Navigator's style down to more manageable midsized proportions.

Dell launches Alienware Aurora R9, G5 gaming desktops at Gamescom 2019

The Aurora R9 is Alienware's first desktop built around its Legend industrial design aesthetic, while the G5 is the first desktop in Dell's budget gaming G Series.

The Sega Genesis Mini Offers a Touch of 16-Bit Nostalgia

The new retro console is a thrilling opportunity to experience Sega's fascinating, eclectic library of games.

WIRED Book of the Month: *The Memory Police* by Yoko Ogawa

Published 25 years ago in Japan, Yoko Ogawa's spare, affecting novel was just released in English—and speaks uncannily to the age of the internet.

Human error a big risk to ICS cyber security, study shows

Altruism Still Fuels the Web. Businesses Love to Exploit It

How open source projects reveal technology's free rider problem.

Top 3 Computers for Introducing Your Kids to Comp Sci

With these clever kits, elementary schoolers can get in-depth, hands-on experience with the tech they'll someday use to "make the world a better place."

YPO debuts £400m datacentre and cloud framework for local councils and schools

Huawei to US: Ban violates free market principles

Restaurant group pays staff almost £1m early through fintech app

UK financial account takeovers up, report warns

Q2 shows ransomware proliferation, Kaspersky warns

Blue Prism gives Nordics the personal touch