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• Shelby Super Snake Sport Ford F-150, GT500 Dragon Snake slip into SEMA with big power - Roadshow

  04-11-2019 23:52 via cnet.com
  A two-door F-150 with 755 horsepower? Shut the front door.
  
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• New Fantastic Beasts movie taking its magic to Brazil - CNET

  04-11-2019 23:52 via cnet.com
  The world has wizards everywhere, even in Rio de Janeiro.
  
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• Wikipedia, the Internet Archive team up to help you verify citations - CNET

  04-11-2019 23:41 via cnet.com
  Through a new partnership, the Internet Archive is providing digital previews of books​ cited on Wikipedia pages.
  
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• Elon Musk's self-imposed Twitter exile lasted four days - CNET

  04-11-2019 23:32 via cnet.com
  The SpaceX and Tesla founder rediscovered the tweet button Monday to share a SpaceX parachute test.
  
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• Unfriended: Australian MP Andrew Wilkie calls biocops on Facebook

  04-11-2019 23:06 via zdnet.com
  While it was an attempt to spread festive cheer, Facebook's floral arrangements ended up breaching Tasmanian biosecurity laws.
  
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• Drunk driving charges under scrutiny following erroneous breathalyzer results - Roadshow

  04-11-2019 23:03 via cnet.com
  Extensive reporting by the New York Times sheds light on numerous problems surrounding the machines.
  
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• Facebook's rebrand and the chilling calculation behind it

  04-11-2019 22:54 via zdnet.com
  Mark Zuckerberg's company suddenly announces a new logo for the overall concern. Many are laughing, but the true purpose of the move could be typically cynical. Here's a number to think about.
  
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• Workday to buy Scout RFP for $540 million

  04-11-2019 22:53 via zdnet.com
  Based in San Francisco, Scout RFP makes cloud-based e-sourcing and procurement software.
  
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• Uber posts better than expected third-quarter earnings but stock still drops - CNET

  04-11-2019 22:40 via cnet.com
  Investors may be looking at the ride-hailing company's three rounds of layoffs, turf battles with London and New York City and California passing gig worker bill AB 5.
  
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• Comcast launches tools to improve ad targeting on TV

  04-11-2019 22:36
  Comcast Corp on Monday launched new advertising capabilities to help advertisers find and target certain television viewers, as the largest U.S. cable TV provider tries to lure ad dollars away from digital rivals.
  
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• Uber grows Q3 revenue and gross bookings, but net losses still exceed $1B

  04-11-2019 22:34 via zdnet.com
  Uber beat expectations in the third quarter but shares fell in after-hours trading.
  
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• Apple pledges $2.5 billion to fight California housing crisis

  04-11-2019 22:28
  Apple Inc on Monday said it would commit $2.5 billion to easing a housing shortage that has driven up prices across California, with most of the money dedicated to funds that will be run either with or by the state government.
  
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• GDPR is missing the point, says Edward Snowden

  04-11-2019 22:22 via zdnet.com
  NSA-whistleblower says Europe's data protection law is a 'paper tiger' until fines hit big tech.
  
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• Best wireless earbuds and headphones for making calls - CNET

  04-11-2019 22:19 via cnet.com
  Looking for a wireless headphone that's great for voice calling? Here are our current top picks.
  
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• U.S. urged to invest more in AI; ex-Google CEO warns of China's progress

  04-11-2019 22:15
  U.S. government funding in artificial intelligence has fallen short and the country needs to invest in research, train an AI-ready workforce and apply the technology to national security missions, a government-commissioned panel led by Google's former CEO said in an interim report on Monday.
  
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• Activist asks Indian court to order probe into WhatsApp over hacking scandal

  04-11-2019 22:08
  A right-wing social activist in India filed a petition asking the country's top court to order a probe into Facebook Incand WhatsApp over revelations that a piece of spyware had exploited vulnerabilities in the popular messaging app to snoop on hundreds of devices.
  
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• HBO's Watchmen: Who's Laurie Blake and other questions we try to answer about episode 3 - CNET

  04-11-2019 21:55 via cnet.com
  And what the hell is Ozymandias doing?
  
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• Microsoft tried a four-day work week in Japan, and productivity increased - CNET

  04-11-2019 21:51 via cnet.com
  The office became more eco-friendly as well, according to a report.
  
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• The Imagineering Story review: Disney Plus doc takes a beautiful theme park tour - CNET

  04-11-2019 21:37 via cnet.com
  This fun look at Disney Parks' history and wild rides offers plenty of emotional moments.
  
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• Why wait? Save now with Dell's Black Friday Sneak Peek sale - CNET

  04-11-2019 21:22 via cnet.com
  Dell is getting a jump on Black Friday with discounts all month on laptops, desktops, monitors and more.
  
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• Motorola Razr rumors: Everything known about the foldable phone so far - CNET

  04-11-2019 21:20 via cnet.com
  All the rumors and leaks for one of the most exciting phones this year.
  
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• Ming-Na Wen's new Star Wars The Mandalorian character revealed - CNET

  04-11-2019 21:20 via cnet.com
  In the upcoming Disney Plus series, Ming-Na Wen plays sharpshooter assassin Fennec Shand.
  
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• Microsoft can nearly eliminate background noise in video chats now - CNET

  04-11-2019 21:18 via cnet.com
  The software giant says it built the new technology for its corporate customers, but it could also someday end up in Skype and on your phone.
  
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• Boeing tests space taxi, one of three parachutes does not open

  04-11-2019 21:18
  Boeing Co said on Monday that one of three parachutes failed to deploy during an otherwise successful safety test of its unmanned CST-100 Starliner crew capsule, being developed to ferry astronauts to and from the International Space Station.
  
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• Marvel's Hero Project on Disney Plus spotlights real kids making a difference - CNET

  04-11-2019 21:12 via cnet.com
  Review: Not all superheroes wear capes in these real-life inspiring stories on the streaming service launching this month.
  
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• Netflix is getting a button to skip Trump jokes - CNET

  04-11-2019 21:03 via cnet.com
  The feature will be used in Seth Meyers' new comedy special.
  
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• Democratic groups launch $75 million digital ad effort to fight Trump

  04-11-2019 20:45
  A progressive digital group on Monday launched a $75 million digital advertising campaign to take on U.S. President Donald Trump's online ad juggernaut, one year ahead of the November 2020 presidential election.
  
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• Apple AirPods Pro review: The first Apple headphones to offer active noise cancellation - CNET

  04-11-2019 20:40 via cnet.com
  Their winning design and fit, improved bass performance, effective noise-canceling and excellent call quality make them a top true earbuds wireless choice.
  
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• Netflix is reportedly getting a 'skip Trump jokes' button - CNET

  04-11-2019 20:34 via cnet.com
  The feature will be used in Seth Meyers' new comedy special, a report says.
  
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• Free workout classes: Where to find them and what to expect - CNET

  04-11-2019 20:32 via cnet.com
  Take advantage of the free workouts offered by your city's parks and recreation department and these nationwide stores.
  
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• Ford Bronco revealed in Baja 1000 race truck form - Roadshow

  04-11-2019 20:30 via cnet.com
  This Bronco R race truck strongly hints at the production SUV we'll see next year.
  
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• Hocus Pocus witches 'all said yes' to a sequel, Sarah Jessica Parker confirms on Instagram - CNET

  04-11-2019 20:22 via cnet.com
  Someone must've lit the Black Flame candle.
  
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• Facebook changes corporate logo to distinguish products from main app - CNET

  04-11-2019 20:19 via cnet.com
  The move also makes it more obvious Facebook owns Instagram and WhatsApp.
  
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• Google integrates Cloud AutoML with Kaggle

  04-11-2019 20:06 via zdnet.com
  In order to make the machine learning service more accessible to data scientists on the Kaggle platform, Google will be offering cloud credits to subsidize its cost.
  
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• Microsoft's Project Silica stored the original Superman film on coaster-sized piece of glass - CNET

  04-11-2019 19:58 via cnet.com
  It would probably get lost fairly easily in the Fortress of Solitude though.
  
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• Microsoft puts classic Superman on a piece of glass to keep it safe - CNET

  04-11-2019 19:58 via cnet.com
  This version of the 1978 movie, though, would probably get lost fairly easily in the Fortress of Solitude.
  
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• Word, Excel and PowerPoint now come in one Microsoft Office app for iOS, Android - CNET

  04-11-2019 19:32 via cnet.com
  Microsoft's Office app is combining its three main productivity products.
  
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• Microsoft Office merges into one app on iOS and Android - CNET

  04-11-2019 19:32 via cnet.com
  Word, Excel and Powerpoint are now available in one Microsoft Office app.
  
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• 2020 Honda CR-V packs more power, better fuel economy and a minor price bump - Roadshow

  04-11-2019 19:22 via cnet.com
  The base model will cost $600 more than last year, but it has a lot of updates packed in.
  
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• Hackers are targeting Facebook accounts to run ad fraud campaigns video - CNET

  04-11-2019 19:14 via cnet.com
  From The Daily Charge: They're essentially using free money from stolen Facebook accounts to then commit credit card fraud.
  
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• Google buys Fitbit, because knowing everything you do online isn't enough video - CNET

  04-11-2019 19:06 via cnet.com
  A look at the privacy concerns now that Google owns the wearable company. Also, hackers have been targeting Facebook ads accounts to promote fraud with other people's money.
  
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• Cyber attack hits Spanish companies including radio network

  04-11-2019 18:59
  A cyber attack has hit Spanish companies including Cadena SER radio, Spain's National Security Department said on Monday.
  
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• Gemballa says long live the purest supercar, scoffs at electrification - Roadshow

  04-11-2019 18:54 via cnet.com
  Well, there won't be an electrification at first, the company says.
  
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• Ransomware hits Spanish companies sparking WannaCry panic

  04-11-2019 18:53 via zdnet.com
  Two victims reported so far: IT consultancy firm Everis and leading radio network Cadena SER.
  
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• Visible launches Party Pay to share service and save money with anyone

  04-11-2019 18:46 via zdnet.com
  How do you feel about a shared wireless plan with total strangers? You might not care if you use Visible.
  
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• Your WordPress site is at risk: These precautions and plugins can keep it secure

  04-11-2019 18:15 via zdnet.com
  Do you have any idea how bad your day (your week, your month) can get if your website is hacked? If you're running a WordPress site, you're at risk. Follow the best practices outlined in this guide to help keep your visitors safe.
  
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• A look at WP-VCD, today's largest WordPress hacking operation

  04-11-2019 18:11 via zdnet.com
  Exclusive look into the WP-VCD gang operations!
  
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• How to watch the Cowboys vs. Giants game tonight without cable - CNET

  04-11-2019 18:08 via cnet.com
  The cord cutter's guide to watching Monday Night Football on ESPN.
  
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• Warning to Facebook and Google: Block political adverts ahead of UK general election

  04-11-2019 18:05 via zdnet.com
  An open letter from Mozilla and allies argues that UK legislation isn't equipped to deal with digital advertising, and that political adverts should be suspended to stop the spread of disinformation and non-transparent exploitation of data.
  
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• Defender Guard security camera captures criminals in quad-HD clarity for $60 - CNET

  04-11-2019 18:01 via cnet.com
  This Cheapskate exclusive saves you $40 on the AC-powered outdoor camera, which records 1440p video.
  
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