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• LG TV lineup 2019: every LG TV model coming this year

  15-03-2019 23:24 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Will 2019 be the year of OLED TVs? LG certainly thinks so – with the company's own organic LED panel technology making up 20% of their portfolio this year.It's a year marked by collaboration, as seen in the Alexa and Google Assistant support coming to new LG ThinQ smart TVs in 2019 and the Airplay 2 support coming by way of Apple, allowing streaming of iTunes movies and TV shows. There's also be a host of visual enhancements with the new Alpha A9 (Gen. 2) processor, for better color c
  
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• The best cheap 4K TV deals and sale prices in the US - March 2019

  15-03-2019 23:02 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  March Madness is almost here and that means it's a great month to find deals on cheap 4K TVs from top retailers such as Amazon, Walmart and more (we've also got a roundup of UK retailers). You can find Black Friday like prices on a variety of best-selling 4K TVs from brands such as Sony, LG, Samsung and more. Whether you're looking for an XL 4K TV to serve as the focal point of your home theater system, a modestly sized set for the bedroom or kitchen, or an entry level TV for the kids, you're su
  
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• Android Q release date, features and rumors

  15-03-2019 22:46 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  The Android Q release date is a significant step closer today, as Google has launched the first developer beta. Pixel phone owners will be the first that can wave goodbye to last year's Android Pie and say hello to Android 10.You can expect to download Android 10 Q in August, according to Google's official developer beta timeline. That's in case you don't want to install an unfinished beta. You can also expect new Android Q features to debut at Google IO 2019 on May 7 at the company's keyno
  
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• Want an LG OLED TV in 2019? Be prepared to drop at least $2,500

  15-03-2019 21:49 via feedproxy.google.com
  
   LG has announced the US pricing and availability of its 2019 OLED TV series including the C9, E9 and W9 OLEDs. The first of these TVs, the 55-inch LG OLED55C9PUA, will be available in April for $2,500 before jutting up in June for the $12,999 77-inch OLED77W9PUA.Here’s a full breakdown of the pricing structure:
  55-inch C9 OLED (54.6 inches diagonal) - OLED55C9PUA - $2,499 (available in April) 65-inch C9 OLED (64.5 inches diagonal) - OLED65C9PUA - $3,499 (available in April)
  
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• Database leaks 250K legal documents, some marked 'not designated for publication'

  15-03-2019 21:15 via zdnet.com
  Database taken down two weeks later. Owner never identified.
  
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• The best Samsung Galaxy Watch Active prices and deals in March 2019

  15-03-2019 21:10 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Samsung's announcement of its new Galaxy S10 phone wasn't the only new product information to drop. The tech retailer also announced its newest Galaxy smartwatch -  the Samsung Galaxy Watch Active. The newest Samsung wearable is available now for purchase, so we've rounded up the best prices and deals from several retailers below.As the name implies, the Samsung Galaxy Watch Active is focused on fitness, and its new design and features reflect that. The ultra-lightweight Galaxy Active comes
  
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• BenQ's three new 4K projectors offer color accuracy at a discount

  15-03-2019 19:21 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  BenQ has announced the launch of three new 4K projectors that promise to deliver high color accuracy without breaking the bank. The new models comprise the W5700, W2700 and W1720, which are set to cost around $3300 (£2500 / AU$4000), $1900 (£1500 / AU$2500) and $1300 (£1000 / AU$1800) respectively – not bad for high-spec 4K projectors.However, pricing is still to be confirmed in the US and UK for all three of the models, while Australian pricing for the W5700 and W27
  
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• Christchurch shootings: Social media races to stop attack footage

  15-03-2019 19:18 via bbc.co.uk
  Why was a video of the shootings shared on social media and what can be done about the wider threat?
  
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• Traeger Ironwood 650 review: This smart grill can up your summer party game

  15-03-2019 19:00 via zdnet.com
  Over 30 years ago Traeger Grills launched its first pellet grill and today's launch sees updates to two model lines, and an introduction to a new series, with the ability to grill, smoke, roast, braise, bake, and barbeque your food. After 10 days with the Ironwood 650, my family can't stop praising my grill skills.
  
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• Cash, demand concerns overshadow Tesla's SUV launch

  15-03-2019 18:37
  Shares of Tesla Inc fell nearly 5 percent on Friday, as investors wondered if its unveiling of an electric sports utility vehicle would add to pressure on cash flow, while analysts worried the carmaker was not addressing slowing demand for other models.
  
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• Microsoft to fix 'novel bug class' discovered by Google engineer

  15-03-2019 18:00 via zdnet.com
  Fixes to be included with Windows 10 19H1, scheduled for release in a few weeks.
  
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• Red Dead Redemption 2 on PC: will we see a PC release?

  15-03-2019 17:52 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Will we ever see Red Dead Redemption 2 on PC? Rockstar's open-world Western game Red Dead Redemption 2 launched on console to huge acclaim last October, with Red Dead Online now in beta alongside the epic-sized single-player campaign. So far, however, the game is only available on Xbox One and PS4. While that's not exactly a restrictive release, committed PC players have been left twiddling their thumbs in the vague hope of a Red Dead Redemption 2 PC port coming down the line. 
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• The best cheap Fitbit sale prices and deals in March 2019

  15-03-2019 17:51 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Cheap Fitbit sale prices can save you a lot of money at this time of year as the number one name in fitness trackers are a popular pick to keep you inspired to nail those New Year Resolution fitness goals (it's not too late!).The competition in the fitness tracker world is ever-growing, which is actually good news for lower Fitbit prices as the brand has to push hard to remain competitive in price. And with each fresh iteration of its fitness trackers or smart watches we see further improvements
  
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• Nvidia may be about to tease a next-gen graphics card

  15-03-2019 17:50 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Nvidia has been rolling out graphics cards non-stop, with a six total Turing RTX and GTX models now, and the company may be about to tease next-generation GPU technology.Nvidia will reportedly debut its 7nm Ampere GPU architecture during the keynote at its GPU Technology Conference on March 18, according to the latest report from TweakTown.Before you get excited (or angry) about Team Green introducing even more gaming parts, the new GPU architecture will supposedly succeed Volta as Nvidia’
  
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• How to find the right laptop for you

  15-03-2019 17:45 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  There are so many variations on the types of laptop these days, there really is something for everyone. So the first step is to determine what you really need. Is this a laptop for work, for gaming, for browsing, for kids, or for a little bit of everything?The basic factors you need to take into account are storage, speed, portability and – of course – battery life. The first, storage, comes down to a difference between HDD (hard disk drive) and SSD (solid state drives). Th
  
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• Red Dead Online: beta, latest news and multiplayer features

  15-03-2019 17:34 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Red Dead Online's beta is well underway. But with such a massive open-world to explore in Red Dead Redemption 2's single-player story, why should you be excited about the game's online mode?Rockstar's open-world Western game, a prequel to 2010's Red Dead Redemption, was released to wide critical acclaim last year and was all anyone could talk about for months on end. While you might have expected an online mode to be live from the game's successful launch, it makes sense that Rockstar wants
  
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• The best way to charge your new iPhone

  15-03-2019 17:23 via zdnet.com
  For some reason – probably related to saving money – Apple decided to ship all new iPhones with a charging cable and charger that don't support fast charging. Here's how to solve that problem.
  
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• The best Vodafone deals in March 2019

  15-03-2019 17:23 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Vodafone is one of the biggest networks in the world and by far one of the most powerful brands in the UK. Not surprising when they so frequently offer excellent tariffs on flagship handsets like the iPhone XR, Galaxy S9 and the market's other favourite phones.
  Vodafone seems to go through fits and spurts when it comes to how competitively it's priced. It can go from the cheapest on the market, to pretty poor on our mobile phone deals comparison charts. Unfortunately, Vodafone seems to be going
  
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• The best O2 phone deals in March 2019

  15-03-2019 17:21 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  O2 has been killing it with deals recently, we've been seeing some of our absolute favourite offers coming up with this provider in the start of 2019. While offers from O2 themselves aren't too strong, 3rd party retailers (like Mobiles.co.uk and Carphone Warehouse) have been throwing out consistently strong deals with O2.The company has been one of the best networks in the UK for some time. It's the network that's renowned for its extra Priority reward giveaways. And if you switch to the O2 net
  
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• PS5: All the games, specs, news, and rumors for Sony’s Playstation 5

  15-03-2019 17:21 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Now that the PS4 is officially reaching the end of its life cycle (that's direct from Sony), our thoughts are inevitably turning to the PS5 – so what exactly is in store for the Sony PlayStation 5 and when can be expect it to release?Sony is currently keeping tight-lipped when it comes to specific plans for the PS5: but we know that a PlayStation 5 release date will definitely be revealed in the coming months, thanks to Sony Interactive Entertainment's President and CEO Shawn Layden confir
  
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• The best Three mobile deals in March 2019

  15-03-2019 17:16 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Three mobile has for a long time been well known in the UK for offering good deals, especially for customers looking for some seriously big data bundles. In the early days, the network was blighted by poor reception in many areas but these days Three mobile doesn't have any such issues and its prices can be stellar.So take a look at our comparison tool to see what you can get for your money with Three. And below that we've also handpicked the best the network has to offer on flagship handsets s
  
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• Facebook shares drop as executives quit, Christchurch live-stream shooting stirs outrage

  15-03-2019 17:12
  Shares of Facebook Inc fell as much as 5 percent on Friday to their lowest in nearly three months after the surprise departure of Chief Product Officer Chris Cox, at a time when the company is again being scrutinized over its handling of privacy, extremism and political content.
  
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• Best PS4 games 2019: essential PlayStation 4 releases

  15-03-2019 17:12 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  The Sony PlayStation 4 is an incredible console, and possibly even Sony's greatest achievement to date (at least until the PlayStation 5 arrives). To make the most of it though, you need a library filled with the best PS4 games, and that's where we come in.With more apps and features than any other console to date, the power to show you both incredible gameplay and entertainment thanks to 4K UHD and HDR, and some of the greatest games to ever grace a Sony console, the PlayStation 4 is an im
  
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• The best EE phone deals in March 2019

  15-03-2019 17:11 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  EE is the UK's fastest 4G network and for that reason many people want to switch to it. But you want to make sure you're getting the best deal when you do, right? Well we've tracked down all of the best EE phone deals currently available. Now that we're well into 2019 we've been seeing plenty of great EE deals to kick-start the year.The other thing working in EE's favour is that it frequently has some of the best mobile phone deals on flagship devices including the iPhone XR and Samsung Galaxy
  
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• Oppo phone deals are now available on contract from EE

  15-03-2019 16:51 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  With Samsung, Apple and Huawei having a very firm, expensive grasp on the world of mobile phone deals right now, we are always eagerly awaiting the next competitor to come through and shake things up. The latest company to try and win a spot on the UK phone stage is Oppo.You might be sitting there, wondering what an Oppo is, and you're not alone...or more specifically, you're not alone in the West. Oppo currently stands as the fifth biggest smartphone brand in the world but it hasn't really trie
  
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• Borderlands 3: everything we know about the rumored Borderlands game

  15-03-2019 16:44 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Is a new Borderlands game about to be announced? If some recent tweets from developer Gearbox are to be believed, then Borderlands 3 – or an equivalent entry in the blisteringly funny shoot 'n' loot franchise – seems to be on the cards.It's been six years since Gearbox released Borderlands 2, and over four years since the follow-up, Borderlands: The Pre-Sequel, set between the events of the first two Borderlands games. After making a VR port of Borderlands 2 last year, fans are dying
  
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• The AncestryDNA testing kit is at its lowest price ever at Amazon

  15-03-2019 16:35 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Today only at Amazon you can get the popular AncestryDNA testing kit for only $59. That's a 40% discount and the lowest price we've seen for this best-selling DNA testing kit.AncestryDNA has one of the most extensive consumer DNA networks with over 10 million samples in its database. You'll be able to trace your family's roots back to over 500 global regions in the world. AncestryDNA also allows you to follow your ancestors' journey to the US with access to recent migration paths. You'll also be
  
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• Tell us your stories of online communities you loved and lost

  15-03-2019 16:31 via theguardian.com
  From Neopets to Habbo Hotel, we’d like to hear your experiences and memories to mark the 30th anniversary of the webThirty years ago this month, Tim Berners-Lee filed his proposal for the project that would become the world wide web. To mark the date, we’re asking readers to share their favourite and formative memories of online communities from the 90s and early 00s. That could be a tale of relationships forged through forums that no longer exist, pivotal dramas on long-lost discuss
  
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• The best Samsung Galaxy S8 Plus deals in March 2019

  15-03-2019 16:28 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  It wasn't that long ago that the Galaxy S8 Plus was the big dog in the Samsung yard. It was the go to Android phablet for any looking for a bigger phone for a good six months or so after its release in 2017. A few other big screen Samsung smartphones may now have been released, but Galaxy S8 Plus deals are still well worth a look - possibly now more than ever.A year might have passed since its release, but the S8+ remains one of our absolute favourites, especially as the Galaxy S9 Plus doesn't o
  
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• Huawei P30 release date, price, news and leaks

  15-03-2019 16:22 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  The Huawei P30 and Huawei P30 Pro launch event is just weeks away, with a confirmed date of March 26 having been revealed recently.They're set to be the next flagship smartphones from the Chinese smartphone brand, which has gone from strength to strength in recent years.The Huawei P20 and Huawei P20 Pro rivaled the likes of the Galaxy S9, Galaxy S9 Plus, Pixel 3 XL and new iPhones, and the P30 duo (or potentially trio) will have the Galaxy S10 and Galaxy S10 Plus in their sights.We say potential
  
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• The best iPhone 7 Plus deals in March 2019

  15-03-2019 16:20 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  This plus sized iPhone from Apple was launched alongside the iPhone 7 in September 2016. Until the iPhone X landed, we thought it was the best iPhone on the market, with big improvements on the camera and battery fronts from previous large-screen iPhones.If you're looking for a big screen iPhone that won't break the bank then the 7 Plus could be a good fit. Prices fell very nicely on the advent of the iPhone 8 and 8 Plus and it is far cheaper than the big iPhones like the XS Max - if you go for
  
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• Cyberpunk 2077 release date, trailer and news

  15-03-2019 16:12 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Cyberpunk 2077 is a neon cyberpunk game that has The Witcher 3 developer CD Projekt Red moving from a gritty, high fantasy world to an equally gritty, science fiction world metropolis. It's based off the pen-and-paper RPG of the same name, but plays a hell of a lot like The Matrix game we've always wanted.We caught our first peek at the game behind closed doors at E3 2018 – you can check out what we saw in the 48-minute walkthrough video below. What you'll see in that time is a g
  
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• Dark web crackdown: Germans want to criminalize anyone providing a platform

  15-03-2019 15:44 via zdnet.com
  Germany's states have decided the country needs a new law to criminalize dark-web platform operators.
  
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• Inside Amazon's 'autism cure' problem: Podcast 409

  15-03-2019 15:37
  
  Coming up today: Boeing grounds its troubled planes, we investigate dodgy books on Amazon, and the World Wide Web celebrates its 30th birthday
  
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• My first laser cutter project: Saint Patrick's Day coasters

  15-03-2019 15:01 via zdnet.com
  In less than two hours, David Gewirtz designed and produced a set of four wooden Saint Patrick's Day coasters using the Dremel Laser Cutter. Here's how.
  
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• Best speech to text app of 2019

  15-03-2019 15:00 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  If you’re in an important meeting or lecture, it can be pretty hard to capture every single word the speaker says by using a pen. That’s where dictaphones and voice recording apps come in handy. Unfortunately, when you need to transfer this information to paper, things aren’t quite so simple.   Transcribing recordings by hand is not only a lengthy and mundane task, but it can also do more damage than good. It’s easy to mishear words and end up writing down inacc
  
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• Get a 50GB data boost on these cheap Samsung and iPhone deals from iD

  15-03-2019 14:46 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Whether you're streaming, Google-mapping or viewing every video that your Facebook has to offer, the vast majority of our activity on phones is a massive drain on data.Luckily, iD Mobile - Carphone Warehouse's own network - has worked out the perfect solution for the data lovers of the world, and it comes in the form of massive 50GB data boosts.iD ran this same offer on Samsung Galaxy S10 deals when they were launched in February and are now rolling it out to the other handsets that it stocks. O
  
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• Google faces third EU antitrust fine next week: source

  15-03-2019 14:41
  Alphabet unit Google is likely to be hit with a third EU antitrust fine next week related to its AdSense advertising service, a person familiar with the matter said on Friday, with the sanction expected to be much smaller than previous fines.
  
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• Elon Musk's new Tesla: Self-driving Model Y SUV out in 2020 from $47,000

  15-03-2019 14:35 via zdnet.com
  A cheaper, standard-range Model Y will be available in 2021 for $39,000.
  
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• Evolving perception of personal data in 2019

  15-03-2019 14:30 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  The value of data has never been more apparent. Since the last Data Protection Day in January 2018, there has been a significant shift in how data is regarded, utilised and protected. The Cambridge Analytica scandal highlighted the reputational pitfalls that companies face when they attempt to profit from data, while the advent of the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) outlined the severe penalties incurred if such companies misused it. Recently, tech giant Google was fined €50 milli
  
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• Snapchat to launch gaming platform next month: Cheddar

  15-03-2019 14:21
  Parent of Snapchat messaging app Snap Inc plans to announce its gaming platform for developers next month, online news service Cheddar reported on Friday, citing a person familiar with the matter.
  
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• Borderlands 3: everything we know so far

  15-03-2019 14:01 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Is a new Borderlands game about to be announced? If some recent tweets from developer Gearbox are to be believed, then Borderlands 3 – or an equivalent entry in the blisteringly funny shoot 'n' loot franchise – seems to be on the cards.It's been six years since Gearbox released Borderlands 2, and over four years since the follow-up, Borderlands: The Pre-Sequel, set between the events of the first two Borderlands games. After making a VR port of Borderlands 2 last year, fans are dying
  
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• The best cheap PS4 bundles, deals and prices in the March sales

  15-03-2019 14:00 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Ok, let's do this. 2019 is here and you're finally after a cheap PS4 bundle deal. The release schedule has just come to the end of the busy season, so you've got plenty of games to choose from as we round up the best PS4 prices. Naturally, lots of the below PS4 bundles come with the hottest new games.We're on the hunt for the lowest PS4 prices all year round, so we aren't easily fooled by the fake deals that don't actually save you any money over buying the games individually. We're here to help
  
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• Your secret weapon against cyberattacks? Hire someone who has been through it before

  15-03-2019 13:52 via zdnet.com
  Having someone on board who has been there already can help your company prepare better for the inevitable attack.
  
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• Best Bluetooth speakers 2019: the best portable speakers for any budget

  15-03-2019 13:47 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Best Bluetooth Speakers Buying Guide: Welcome to TechRadar's expert round-up of the bluetooth speakers you can buy in 2019. Bluetooth speakers are a great gadget to take to days at the beach, nights out by a bonfire and picnics at the park. However, that doesn't mean a great portable speaker isn't extremely useful to have on hand at home while you take a relaxing bath or work in the garden.That means, for many of us, we need to find a Bluetooth speaker that'll see us through all kinds of oc
  
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• The cheapest Xbox One bundle deals and sale prices in March 2019

  15-03-2019 13:42 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Freshly discounted cheap Xbox One bundle deals have appeared this week and we've found some fantastic discounts. So if you've decided it's finally time to opt for a sweet Xbox One deal, then you're in luck. Microsoft is really pushing discounts on the 1TB consoles now too, which are much more accommodating for your library of games and their large install sizes than the regular 500GB models. Anthem, Battlefield V, Forza Horizon 4, Minecraft and more are all getting in on the Xbox One deals train
  
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• '100 unique exploits and counting' for latest WinRAR security bug

  15-03-2019 13:41 via zdnet.com
  As expected, the recent WinRAR vulnerability is now being abused en-masse by multiple threat actors.
  
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• Apple's smug new iPhone ad says privacy matters, just weeks after FaceTime bug fail

  15-03-2019 13:37 via zdnet.com
  Forget cameras, screen, and speedy processors. Privacy is reason you should buy an iPhone, according to Apple.
  
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• Quitting the five tech giants: Could you abstain from Apple?

  15-03-2019 13:33 via zdnet.com
  This is it. Our fifth and final day looking at quitting the tech giants. So how did you do? Are you sticking it out with the Big Five, or will you dump any and go it on your own?
  
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• Will technological developments pose a threat to compliance?

  15-03-2019 13:30 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Technological advancements are accelerating the collective progress of businesses and have paved the way for increased efficiencies and cost savings which were not previously possible. As with any major technological disruption, opportunities come hand-in-hand with challenges and potential pitfalls that can have widespread implications. Such negative ripple effects can appear in any shape of form, as recently seen by the airport drone fiasco.  When Elon Musk, the rather outspoken CEO of Tes
  
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