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• The fate of face masks: Conflicting advice, new mask mandates and more - CNET

  20-07-2021 23:31 via cnet.com
  
  Throughout the pandemic, face masks have been a protective public health measure, a political statement and fuel for debate. We rounded up what's happening now.
  
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• Apple reportedly working on new iPad Mini with A15 processor - CNET

  20-07-2021 23:25 via cnet.com
  
  Will this upgrade make more people want the smaller tablet?
  
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• Netflix's Army of the Dead, Fatherhood are its big hits of the summer (according to Netflix) - CNET

  20-07-2021 23:22 via cnet.com
  
  The Mitchells vs. The Machines was also Netflix's most-watched animated film yet, based on the company's own count of how many accounts watched at least two minutes.
  
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• Wildfire smoke now covers much of the United States - CNET

  20-07-2021 23:03 via cnet.com
  
  The lower 48 is largely blanketed by hazy, smoke-filled skies as wildfires rage on.
  
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• Millions of unemployment refunds in July: IRS timeline, status, tax transcripts and more - CNET

  20-07-2021 23:00 via cnet.com
  
  The IRS sent 4 million more refunds for 2020 unemployment compensation last week. Here's what to know about who qualifies, when to expect your money and how to check online.
  
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• Venmo drops global social feed that let you see strangers' payments - CNET

  20-07-2021 22:54 via cnet.com
  
  The updated payments app will only show transactions between friends.
  
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• Biden sets stage for possible tech crackdown with DOJ antitrust nomination - CNET

  20-07-2021 22:48 via cnet.com
  
  The president nominates Jonathan Kanter, a lawyer known for taking action against Google, as antitrust chief for the Department of Justice.
  
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• Netflix is still struggling to add subscribers anywhere near last year's surges - CNET

  20-07-2021 22:41 via cnet.com
  
  Netflix's growth slowed a lot since the height of pandemic lockdowns. It's even lost members in the US and Canada -- its biggest single market -- for the first time since 2019.
  
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• Nomad Summer Sale kicks off: Get 30% off everything

  20-07-2021 22:34 via zdnet.com
  
  The accessory maker is discounting cases, wireless chargers, cables, and Apple Watch straps.
  
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• Verizon to bring RCS to all Android smartphones by 2022

  20-07-2021 22:33 via zdnet.com
  
  Verizon joined T-Mobile and AT&T in adopting RCS.
  
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• Adversaries continue to abuse trust in the supply chain

  20-07-2021 22:32 via zdnet.com
  
  A recent ransomware attack used one system to successfully target thousands of victim companies.
  
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• Netflix is still struggling to add subscribers anything like last year's surges - CNET

  20-07-2021 22:22 via cnet.com
  
  Netflix's growth in new members has slowed significantly since the height of pandemic lockdowns. This time, it even lost members in the US and Canada -- its biggest single market -- for the first time since 2019.
  
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• Netflix says 'free' original mobile games are coming to its service - CNET

  20-07-2021 22:17 via cnet.com
  
  It will be Netflix biggest move into a new entertainment segment since it started streaming in 2007 and made its first original show in 2012.
  
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• Qualtrics Q2 surprise profit blows away expectations, forecast higher as well

  20-07-2021 22:15 via zdnet.com
  
  Qualtrics CEO Zig Serafin said the company's software is increasingly becoming part of how corporations seek to hire, not just to lure customers.
  
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• Netflix Q3 subscriber view misses Wall Street expectations, says will add video games

  20-07-2021 22:14 via zdnet.com
  
  Netflix cited "choppiness" in video subscriber trends caused by the pandemic. The company confirmed it will add video games to its service.
  
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• Square Enix updates Final Fantasy 14 servers to handle record number of players - CNET

  20-07-2021 22:10 via cnet.com
  
  More players, more problems.
  
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• The latest child tax credit questions, answered. Here's what we know - CNET

  20-07-2021 22:00 via cnet.com
  
  Got your first check but still confused about how the child tax credit works? We've got you covered.
  
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• Instagram is giving you more control over sensitive content. Here's how it works - CNET

  20-07-2021 21:59 via cnet.com
  
  You have three in-app options to choose from.
  
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• Best personal loans for July 2021 - CNET

  20-07-2021 21:43 via cnet.com
  
  Whether you're consolidating debt or financing home improvements, these flexible loans offer competitive interest rates and repayment terms.
  
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• A culture of idea meritocracy begins with principles

  20-07-2021 21:39 via zdnet.com
  
  The founder of Monster.com shares important life and career lessons based on six principles for success.
  
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• DHS releases new mandatory cybersecurity rules for pipelines after Colonial ransomware attack

  20-07-2021 21:23 via zdnet.com
  
  CISA also sent out an alert saying 13 pipelines had been successfully attacked between 2011 and 2013.
  
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• Nintendo has never made a 'pro' console -- and the Switch probably won't be its first - CNET

  20-07-2021 21:22 via cnet.com
  
  Nintendo's history makes a Switch Pro seem unlikely, and now the company says it has 'no plans' for a new model.
  
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• Here are mortgage rates for July 20, 2021: Rates slide - CNET

  20-07-2021 21:02 via cnet.com
  
  A few major mortgage rates dropped today. Find out what that could mean if you're in the market for a home loan.
  
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• IRS child tax credit portal: Set up direct deposit, opt out, check payments - CNET

  20-07-2021 21:00 via cnet.com
  
  Families who filed a 2019 or 2020 tax return should automatically receive their child tax credit payments. Online IRS tools will help with everything else.
  
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• Square adds more tools for small businesses in banking push - CNET

  20-07-2021 20:59 via cnet.com
  
  The company says its new tools let payments, banking and cash flow "work as one."
  
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• 2022 VW Passat pays homage to its birthplace - Roadshow

  20-07-2021 20:54 via cnet.com
  
  The Final Edition has a bunch of Tennessee-specific touches.
  
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• Amazon ending on-site COVID testing at US warehouses - CNET

  20-07-2021 20:38 via cnet.com
  
  The company plans to start ramping down testing by next Friday.
  
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• The real problem with Jeff Bezos and other billionaires going to space - CNET

  20-07-2021 20:23 via cnet.com
  
  Commentary: That includes Richard Branson and Elon Musk. Do we really want the likes of SpaceX and Blue Origin authoring our future in space?
  
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• Nintendo Switch OLED preorders: Gamestop restock today, more coming soon - CNET

  20-07-2021 20:18 via cnet.com
  
  Amazon, Walmart, GameStop, and the other big retailers have what you need right now.
  
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• Child tax credit: The next opt out deadline is two weeks away. Here's how to do it - CNET

  20-07-2021 20:15 via cnet.com
  
  The next deadline to unenroll from child tax credit payments is fast approaching. We'll share why you may want to opt out and how to do it.
  
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• Mobileye begins testing autonomous cars in New York - Roadshow

  20-07-2021 20:14 via cnet.com
  
  The company is the only one to hold a permit for testing self-driving cars in all of NYC's boroughs.
  
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• NBA Finals 2021: How to watch, stream Bucks vs. Suns Game 6 tonight on ABC - CNET

  20-07-2021 20:00 via cnet.com
  
  Fans can watch the game live on Sling TV, YouTube TV, FuboTV, Hulu Plus Live TV or AT&T TV with no cable subscription required.
  
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• Jeff Bezos' launch memes: Is that a rocket? Or are you just happy to see me? - CNET

  20-07-2021 19:54 via cnet.com
  
  Jokes about the Amazon billionaire's launch focus on the shape of his ship. Warning: Quips about private parts ahead.
  
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• How Masergy solves last-mile issues with new Performance Edge service

  20-07-2021 19:44 via zdnet.com
  
  As popular as SD-WANs and SASE are, it's important to know that they are not a panacea for networking problems. Another ingredient needs to be added to the network mix.
  
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• EU plans to make Bitcoin transfers more traceable

  20-07-2021 19:43 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Companies handling crypto-assets would have to collect customer details.
  
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• Microsoft kicks off public preview of next version of SharePoint for on-prem use

  20-07-2021 19:30 via zdnet.com
  
  The next release of SharePoint Server, christened SharePoint Server Subscription Edition, will work on-prem but require a subscription for use.
  
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• Venmo removes global payments feed in app redesign - CNET

  20-07-2021 19:23 via cnet.com
  
  You'll no longer be able to see payments between people you don't know.
  
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• Jeff Bezos successfully completes space flight – video

  20-07-2021 19:23 via theguardian.com
  
  Jeff Bezos has completed his pioneering foray into space. The Amazon founder and three crewmates touched down in the Texas desert early on Tuesday after a sub-orbital flight lasting 11 minutes.Bezos, 57, one of the world’s richest people with an estimated net worth of $206bn (£151bn), has attracted criticism for investing his fortune into space tourism amid concerns over working conditions at Amazon, and 'aggressive tax avoidance'Blue Origin launch: Bezos rides rocket on co
  
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• Microsoft starts testing Teams integration with Windows 11

  20-07-2021 19:03 via zdnet.com
  
  Microsoft is starting to test the promised integration of a Teams chat button into Windows 11 with a subset of Windows Insider testers.
  
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• Former Intel CEO Bob Swan joins VC firm Andreessen Horowitz

  20-07-2021 19:00 via zdnet.com
  
  Swan is joining the firm five months after leaving Intel.
  
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• Chrome 92 blocks phishing attacks faster and gets 3 other security protections - CNET

  20-07-2021 19:00 via cnet.com
  
  Phishing attacks are a major security risk, but blocking them is 50 times faster in Google's latest browser release.
  
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• Keep your router out of the sun, Virgin Media warns

  20-07-2021 18:56 via bbc.co.uk
  
  The company is alerting customers to the risk of overheating.
  
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• Wally Funk becomes oldest human to fly to space video - CNET

  20-07-2021 18:42 via cnet.com
  
  Wally Funk finally gets her chance to fly to space. Watch her first remarks after the Blue Origin mission.
  
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• SpaceX fires up its Super Heavy Starship rocket booster for the first time - CNET

  20-07-2021 18:42 via cnet.com
  
  The rocket that Elon Musk hopes will eventually take us to the beyond went full candle for a few glorious seconds.
  
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• Jeff Bezos on what it was like to fly in space video - CNET

  20-07-2021 18:38 via cnet.com
  
  Amazon CEO Jeff Bezos describes what it was like to be in space after flying on the first crewed Blue Origin spaceflight.
  
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• See Blue Origin astronauts in zero gravity video - CNET

  20-07-2021 18:29 via cnet.com
  
  The four Blue Origin astronauts including Amazon CEO Jeff Bezos and aviation legend Wally Funk experienced zero gravity during the company's first crewed spaceflight.
  
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• Mortgage refinance rates on July 20, 2021: Rates drop - CNET

  20-07-2021 18:22 via cnet.com
  
  Many major refinance mortgage rates decreased today. Find out what this could mean for you if you're looking to refinance your home.
  
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• Tesla Semi production close to kicking off as assembly line tooling finishes up, report says - Roadshow

  20-07-2021 18:20 via cnet.com
  
  The Semi was supposed to reach production two years ago, but now a new report says it's finally ready for prime time.
  
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• Google extends, expands cybersecurity scholarship program for women - CNET

  20-07-2021 18:20 via cnet.com
  The Security Training Scholarship Program for women will enter its second year, with new support from Facebook and Bloomberg.
  
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• Google, Bloomberg and Facebook pledge support for second year of Security Training Scholarship Program for women

  20-07-2021 18:20 via zdnet.com
  
  More than 30% of women were able to find employment in direct information security roles before the program ended.
  
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