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• Elizabeth Warren tech breakup billboard hits San Francisco - CNET

  30-05-2019 23:58 via cnet.com
  Break up big tech, Elizabeth Warren's billboard reads.
  
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• Alphabet's Loon is providing internet access to Peru earthquake victims - CNET

  30-05-2019 23:57 via cnet.com
  The internet balloons provided service to impacted areas within 48 hours.
  
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• Twitter makes students dumb, study finds - CNET

  30-05-2019 23:55 via cnet.com
  Using Twitter as an education tool brought test scores down among literature students in Italy, says a new study.
  
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• Facebook was examining fake media policy right before Pelosi video, report says - CNET

  30-05-2019 23:54 via cnet.com
  Facebook had set up a working group to form policy on manipulated media right before the doctored Pelosi video hit, a report says.
  
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• Ford's F-150 XLT trim can now be had with a diesel engine - Roadshow

  30-05-2019 23:53 via cnet.com
  The Blue Oval is democratizing its diesel after customer feedback showed the error of its ways.
  
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• How Rocketman brought a bit of Beatles spirit to the Elton John biopic - CNET

  30-05-2019 23:29 via cnet.com
  Music director Giles Martin, son of legendary producer George Martin, shares the "secret weapon" behind the movie's music.
  
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• Subaru's bringing the blue and gold to Baja with its Crosstrek Desert Racer - Roadshow

  30-05-2019 23:28 via cnet.com
  The Class 5 desert racing buggy is powered by a handbuilt 2.5-liter NA Subaru flat-four.
  
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• Disney's Star Wars land review: Galaxy's Edge up close - CNET

  30-05-2019 23:26 via cnet.com
  Ever imagine what it would be like to step into the world of a Star Wars film or sit in the cockpit of the Millennium Falcon? Wonder no more and visit Disneyland's new Star Wars-themed land, Galaxy's Edge.
  
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• Hackers steal credit card information from Checkers fast-food chain - CNET

  30-05-2019 23:25 via cnet.com
  It's the latest example of a classic cybercrime.
  
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• Father's Day gift ideas that will thrill your car-loving dad - Roadshow

  30-05-2019 23:24 via cnet.com
  For an unforgettable Father's Day 2019, here are eight gift ideas that will make your gear-head dad smile with every mile.
  
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• Earnings roundup: Zuora, Okta beat estimates, Nutanix misses on revenue

  30-05-2019 23:13 via zdnet.com
  Zuora's shares tanked after hours on lower than expected guidance.
  
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• Uber loses more than $1bn in first quarterly report since IPO

  30-05-2019 23:11 via theguardian.com
  Company said it now had 93 million customers who are active on a monthly basis, 33% higher than the same period last yearUber lost more than $1bn in the first three months of the year, the ride-sharing company announced on Thursday.Releasing its first quarterly report since it became a public company, Uber said it now had 93 million customers who are active on a monthly basis, 33% higher than the same period last year. The company’s revenues were $3.1bn for the three months, 20% higher but
  
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• Tesla and Panasonic solar cells are reportedly being sent to the Philippines - CNET

  30-05-2019 23:03 via cnet.com
  Tesla's demand for solar cells is low, a report says.
  
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• Uber lost $1 billion in first quarter as a public company

  30-05-2019 22:46 via zdnet.com
  With results largely in line with company estimates, Uber is putting its focus on its high customer engagement and global reach.
  
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• Dell Technologies fiscal Q1 mixed as storage, server and networking sales fall

  30-05-2019 22:41 via zdnet.com
  The company cited slower demand in China and large enterprise opportunities. Earnings in the quarter were better than expected, but sales fell short.
  
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• VMware Q1 tops expectations, revenue up 13% to $2.27 billion

  30-05-2019 22:37 via zdnet.com
  VMware also reported an unexpected gain of $132 million from its investment in Pivotal Software.
  
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• Game of Thrones star drops huge spoiler for upcoming books - CNET

  30-05-2019 22:32 via cnet.com
  Only read this if you want to know what George R.R. Martin has in store for Song of Ice and Fire readers.
  
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• See the restored film of a solar eclipse from 1900 - CNET

  30-05-2019 22:06 via cnet.com
  A short movie captured by a Victorian magician appeared to be lost. But it's now reappeared, and in 4K even.
  
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• Burger King, Little Caesars and Red Robin: 12 places to get the Impossible Burger - CNET

  30-05-2019 22:03 via cnet.com
  Here's where you can get your hands on the hottest meatless burger.
  
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• Facebook shareholders say Mark Zuckerberg holds too much power - CNET

  30-05-2019 22:02 via cnet.com
  Proposals to rein in Zuckerberg's control over the company didn't pass on Thursday.
  
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• Samsung Galaxy Note 10 rumored to ditch headphone jack - CNET

  30-05-2019 21:55 via cnet.com
  Physical buttons may be gone too.
  
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• Apple WWDC 2019 keynote: How to watch, start time, livestream - CNET

  30-05-2019 21:49 via cnet.com
  Things are expected to get "dark" at this year's keynote, especially iOS.
  
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• Marvel's Avengers video game details leak ahead of E3 - CNET

  30-05-2019 21:48 via cnet.com
  Marvel and Square Enix plan to detail the long-awaited game, Avengers Project, on June 10. Some info has gotten out though.
  
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• Google takes a stance against permission-grabbing Chrome extensions

  30-05-2019 21:41 via zdnet.com
  Google also limits what types of third-party apps can access a user's Drive files.
  
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• Chainlink launches Mainnet to get data in and out of Ethereum smart contracts

  30-05-2019 21:26 via zdnet.com
  Smart contracts promise to take execution of processes and agreements to the Ethereum global computer. There's just one problem: Smart contracts can't talk to the rest of the world. Chainlink wants to solve this, starting today.
  
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• Call of Duty: Modern Warfare returns in October - CNET

  30-05-2019 21:17 via cnet.com
  Infinity Ward reboots the game that changed online multiplayer.
  
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• GM will spend $24 million expanding Silverado, Sierra production in Indiana - Roadshow

  30-05-2019 21:07 via cnet.com
  Apparently, customers just can't get enough.
  
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• New Ecobee smart thermostat, sensor leak on Lowe's website - CNET

  30-05-2019 21:06 via cnet.com
  Improved Alexa support, Spotify integration and a glass design appear to be highlighting Ecobee's latest thermostat.
  
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• New Harry Potter books to provide deep dive into wizarding world - CNET

  30-05-2019 21:04 via cnet.com
  Four new e-books will provide nitty-gritty details and background on your favorite wizarding subjects taught at Hogwarts.
  
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• Father's Day gifts for all the pitmaster dads - CNET

  30-05-2019 21:00 via cnet.com
  Help dad achieve his pro smoking dreams with these great gifts.
  
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• T-Mobile, Sprint considering divesting wireless spectrum: sources

  30-05-2019 20:45
  U.S. wireless carriers T-Mobile US Inc and Sprint Corp are considering divesting wireless spectrum, according to two sources familiar with the matter, as the companies work to gain regulatory approval for their merger.
  
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• 4 tips for choosing the best weighted blanket for you - CNET

  30-05-2019 20:45 via cnet.com
  With so many options out there, how do you choose?
  
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• Disney's Star Wars land: Galaxy's Edge up close - CNET

  30-05-2019 20:44 via cnet.com
  Ever imagine what it would be like to step into the world of a Star Wars film or sit in the cockpit of the Millennium Falcon? Wonder no more and visit Disneyland's new Star Wars-themed land, Galaxy's Edge.
  
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• The best way to cook the Beyond Meat burger - CNET

  30-05-2019 20:43 via cnet.com
  Grill or sauté these plant-based patties for the best results.
  
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• French Open 2019: Tennis schedule, how to watch and more - CNET

  30-05-2019 20:42 via cnet.com
  Cord-cutting tennis fans have many options for livestreaming the matches on the red clay of Roland-Garros.
  
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• Facebook protesters share their dislike of company at shareholder meeting

  30-05-2019 20:35 via theguardian.com
  Eight proposals up for vote were defeated, including plans for an independent board chair and to reform the company’s share structureA specter is haunting Facebook’s shareholder meeting – the specter of a giant, inflatable angry emoji. The eight-foot frowny face that protesters took to Facebook’s annual meeting Thursday in Palo Alto, California, was just one of numerous manifestations of investor and activist anger at the social media company.Investors voted on eight inde
  
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• AutoComplete: Jaguar's XJ is dead starting in July video - Roadshow

  30-05-2019 20:27 via cnet.com
  Plus: Daimler is making it rain on Level 4 autonomous truck development and Google added speed limits and camera locations to Maps.
  
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• With H-1B rejection rates approaching 40%, Indian IT will urgently need a new service delivery model

  30-05-2019 20:25 via zdnet.com
  Canada and Mexico have become alternative development and delivery hubs for IT Services companies but they are simply band aids for a more complex problem that requires a long-term, robust solution.
  
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• Adaptive enterprises are growing three-times faster than their competitors

  30-05-2019 20:14 via zdnet.com
  Firms need a new formula for success to stay competitive in the age of the customer -- agility is not enough.
  
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• Rocketman review: Elton John movie a glorious musical journey - CNET

  30-05-2019 20:02 via cnet.com
  A long, long time coming, the movie isn't that deep but has fun honoring the legendary musician's gift -- his song.
  
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• Godzilla: King of the Monsters is a beast of a disappointment - CNET

  30-05-2019 20:00 via cnet.com
  Review: This creature feature's poorly developed characters and forgettable plot will leave you crying for a new monarch.
  
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• Disneyland Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge -- how to reserve a ticket - CNET

  30-05-2019 19:59 via cnet.com
  The Galaxy's Edge park opens tomorrow, but you need a reservation if you plan to go before June 24.
  
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• Salesforce tells customers its software isn't for gun sales

  30-05-2019 19:42 via zdnet.com
  In a controversial move, the software company tries to limit what its software can be used for. But is Salesforce a touch hypocritical?
  
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• 'Merch by Amazon' t-shirt business increasing orders from Disney to Dr. Seuss

  30-05-2019 19:13
  The holy grail for apparel brands facing rising uncertainty and cost in their global supply chains is to make their merchandise closer to the point of the sale.
  
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• Mind-bending Netflix sci-fi series Dark gets season 2 trailer, release date - CNET

  30-05-2019 19:03 via cnet.com
  The second season of the eerie German series hopefully reveals more clues about what missing kids, a creepy cave and a time machine have in common.
  
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• Netflix The Dark Crystal prequel teaser trailer looks epic - CNET

  30-05-2019 19:00 via cnet.com
  Fizzgig! Aughra! Skeksis! Gelfings!
  
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• Cricket World Cup is batty, say some Google Duo users - CNET

  30-05-2019 18:56 via cnet.com
  The ICC Cricket World Cup may be starting up, but these folks were a bit confused by a sudden message from India's national team.
  
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• Moto Z4 brings back headphone jack, is 5G ready for $500 - CNET

  30-05-2019 18:51 via cnet.com
  Motorola's newest phone is not the rumored Razr.
  
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• I2P network proposed as the next hiding spot for criminal operations

  30-05-2019 18:50 via zdnet.com
  At least one criminal market has moved from Tor to I2P. Others asked to do so as well.
  
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• Sonic the Hedgehog trailer gets re-made in cartoon style - CNET

  30-05-2019 18:48 via cnet.com
  So much better!
  
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