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• Fake Banksy NFT sells for nearly $340K after hacker reportedly taps into artist's site - CNET

  03-09-2021 23:47 via cnet.com
  
  An online auction was linked to from Banksy's official website.
  
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• CISA urges IT teams to address critical vulnerability affecting Cisco Enterprise Network Function Virtualization Infrastructure Software

  03-09-2021 23:41 via zdnet.com
  
  CISA said a remote attacker could exploit the vulnerability to take control of an affected system.
  
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• Nope, HBO Max isn't streaming Shang-Chi, Candyman or Free Guy - CNET

  03-09-2021 23:39 via cnet.com
  
  But this weekend is your last chance to stream The Suicide Squad.
  
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• Marvel's Shang-Chi isn't streaming on Disney Plus, sorry - CNET

  03-09-2021 23:35 via cnet.com
  
  Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings hit theaters -- and only theaters -- Friday. When it does end up on Disney Plus, it'll be weeks from now.
  
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• US Cybercom says mass exploitation of Atlassian Confluence vulnerability 'ongoing and expected to accelerate'

  03-09-2021 23:26 via zdnet.com
  
  IT leaders have taken to Twitter to confirm that the exploitation is ongoing globally.
  
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• Lyft, Uber say they'll cover legal fees for drivers sued under Texas abortion law - CNET

  03-09-2021 23:20 via cnet.com
  
  The CEO of Lyft also says the company is donating $1 million to Planned Parenthood.
  
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• Astronomers 3D-print stellar nurseries you can hold in your hand - CNET

  03-09-2021 23:02 via cnet.com
  
  There's a beautiful new way to visualize the places where stars come from.
  
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• Rivian R1T truck and R1S SUV get their EPA range estimates, and they're not bad - Roadshow

  03-09-2021 23:00 via cnet.com
  
  Given how tall and boxy the Rivians appear to be, their 314- and 316-mile range estimates aren't too shabby -- and that's not even with the biggest battery.
  
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• Your next iPhone could be built with tools inspired by ant teeth - CNET

  03-09-2021 22:51 via cnet.com
  
  Yes, ants have teeth, and engineers decoded why the nibblers boast super-strength.
  
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• Agora touts healthcare, education, workplace and metaverse applications of real time engagement tech

  03-09-2021 22:47 via zdnet.com
  
  Real time engagement technology is being used for everything from gaming to mental health services.
  
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• Apple letter from workers to Tim Cook seeks action on privacy, inclusion - CNET

  03-09-2021 22:28 via cnet.com
  
  Among the requests in the open letter are transparent compensation and a reinvestigation of reports of discrimination and harassment.
  
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• Apple employees demand change in open letter to Tim Cook - CNET

  03-09-2021 22:28 via cnet.com
  
  Among the requests in the letter are fair compensation and re-investigation of reports of discrimination and harassment.
  
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• Medicare app flaw means vaccine certificates can be faked in less than 10 minutes

  03-09-2021 22:00
  
  A Sydney software engineer says he was easily able to create fake certificates that were indistinguishable from the real thingA flaw has been discovered in the Express Plus Medicare app that allows people to fake their Covid vaccination certificates in under 10 minutes.Once Australians get both doses of the Covid-19 vaccine, they are able to show a certificate on the app that includes their name, date of birth, and which vaccine they received. Continue reading...
  
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• Best instant approval credit cards - CNET

  03-09-2021 21:59 via cnet.com
  
  No need to wait for the mail to start shopping.
  
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• How to stream NFL football in 2021

  03-09-2021 21:44 via zdnet.com
  
  This year there are more ways to stream NFL football games than ever.
  
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• US government to shutter division that reportedly scoured social media for Census disinformation - CNET

  03-09-2021 21:43 via cnet.com
  
  The Commerce Department's Investigations and Threat Management Service is being shut down following a probe into allegations of misconduct.
  
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• Best Labor Day mattress deals: Discounts from Tuft & Needle, Tempur-Pedic and more - CNET

  03-09-2021 21:41 via cnet.com
  
  Labor Day mattress sales are here, so now's a great time to upgrade your sleeping situation.
  
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• Hulu: The 39 best TV shows to watch this weekend - CNET

  03-09-2021 21:38 via cnet.com
  
  Time to vamp with the third season of What We Do in the Shadows.
  
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• COVID vaccine boosters reportedly to start with Pfizer recipients: When could you get your booster shot? - CNET

  03-09-2021 21:34 via cnet.com
  
  Those who are fully immunized with the Pfizer vaccine may be the first to get boosters, according to a report. When will you get a booster shot this fall? We'll explain.
  
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• Netflix: The 41 best movies to watch on Netflix - CNET

  03-09-2021 21:30 via cnet.com
  
  Worth, starring Michael Keaton, is streaming now.
  
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• Comedy Wildlife Photography Awards finalists see the funny side of nature - CNET

  03-09-2021 21:30 via cnet.com
  
  Bear buddies. A monkey "riding" a giraffe. Choreographed penguins. Finalists in the 2021 Comedy Wildlife Photography Awards deliver the laughs.
  
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• Joe Rogan says he tested positive for COVID-19, took unproven ivermectin - CNET

  03-09-2021 21:24 via cnet.com
  
  Public health agencies don't recommend the drug for treating COVID-19.
  
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• US Open 2021: How to watch the tennis tournament today without cable - CNET

  03-09-2021 21:22 via cnet.com
  
  Fans are back in the stands in New York for the final Grand Slam of the year and you can watch it all, no cable subscription required.
  
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• 'A slap in the face:' Amazon lockers prompt pushback in some communities - CNET

  03-09-2021 21:22 via cnet.com
  
  The company installed lockers in a park's path and along an obscured side of a convenience store, blocking park goers and tempting criminals.
  
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• Best TV shows 2021: Hacks, The White Lotus, Marvel's Loki, more - CNET

  03-09-2021 21:15 via cnet.com
  
  Here are the best TV shows so far this year, according to the eclectic tastes of CNET staffers.
  
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• Amazon Prime Video: 31 of the best TV shows to watch tonight - CNET

  03-09-2021 21:10 via cnet.com
  
  Try a couple of crime dramas this week on Amazon Prime Video.
  
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• Yik Yak, a toxic social network that shut down four years ago, is somehow back - CNET

  03-09-2021 21:00 via cnet.com
  
  Commentary: Social media is already a hot mess, and now Yik Yak is back. It should've stayed gone.
  
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• Millions will lose federal unemployment benefits by Labor Day. Everything to know - CNET

  03-09-2021 21:00 via cnet.com
  
  At least 11 million people will be affected by the looming expiration date. Here's the latest.
  
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• Horizon Forbidden West preorder: Regalla, Collector's, and Special editions available - CNET

  03-09-2021 20:47 via cnet.com
  
  You can now preorder Horizon Forbidden West for PS4 and PS5, with multiple editions and preorder bonuses up for grabs.
  
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• Refinance rates for Sept. 3, 2021: Rates inch higher - CNET

  03-09-2021 20:35 via cnet.com
  
  A few key refinance rates increased today.
  
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• NASA celebrates rover's first Mars rock sample, but uncertainty lingers - CNET

  03-09-2021 20:29 via cnet.com
  
  NASA is checking to see if the rock core is where it's supposed to be, or if another sample has disappeared.
  
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• Mortgage rates on Sept. 3, 2021: Rates increase - CNET

  03-09-2021 20:26 via cnet.com
  
  Several major mortgage rates increased today. Find out what this might mean for you if you're shopping for a home loan.
  
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• Pokemon Sword and Shield's latest event lets you catch shiny Cinccino - CNET

  03-09-2021 20:21 via cnet.com
  
  Cinccino, Mow Rotom and other monsters are appearing more frequently in Nintendo Switch Pokemon games through Sept 5.
  
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• Ford Maverick production kicks off - Roadshow

  03-09-2021 20:19 via cnet.com
  
  Photos show the truck officially rolling down the assembly line at Ford's plant in Mexico.
  
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• PS5 restock tracker: Possible console drops during Labor Day weekend - CNET

  03-09-2021 20:08 via cnet.com
  
  Need to find a PlayStation 5? We're tracking all of the things that will help you find one.
  
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• Child tax credit payment trouble? Here's what to do about delayed checks and wrong amounts - CNET

  03-09-2021 20:00 via cnet.com
  
  Some families are still waiting for the first two checks. Here's the latest on the delay.
  
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• Ivermectin and COVID-19: ERs reportedly filling with people overdosing on unproven drug - CNET

  03-09-2021 19:59 via cnet.com
  
  Farm and livestock stores are running out of the horse dewormer.
  
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• US government kills ITMS division due to misconduct - CNET

  03-09-2021 19:58 via cnet.com
  
  The Investigations and Threat Management Service reportedly investigated private citizens for being critical of the census on social media.
  
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• FBI, CISA warn of potential cyberattacks over holiday weekends

  03-09-2021 19:58 via zdnet.com
  
  They cited the Mother's Day weekend attack on Colonial Pipeline, the Memorial Day weekend attack on major meat processor JBS as well as the July 4 Kaseya attack.
  
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• Audi Grandsphere concept: The future is mighty sleek - Roadshow

  03-09-2021 19:30 via cnet.com
  
  This all-electric design study offers Level 4 autonomous tech, but its ritzy cabin and dramatic exterior styling are what will really knock your socks off.
  
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• US Space Force blew up a Firefly Alpha rocket when its first flight went off course - CNET

  03-09-2021 19:26 via cnet.com
  
  The maiden voyage of the small satellite launcher came to a fiery end after two minutes.
  
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• Apple Watch 7: Every rumor about release date, price and new health features - CNET

  03-09-2021 19:18 via cnet.com
  
  Apple's upcoming smartwatch may not be compatible with the bands for the Apple Watch 6, Apple Watch SE and other earlier models.
  
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• Right to Repair and McDonald's ice cream: Why FTC is investigating broken McFlurry machines - CNET

  03-09-2021 19:02 via cnet.com
  
  The government is getting involved in the fight for your right to repair that broken tech yourself, and that may include McDonald's McFlurry ice cream machines. Here's what we know.
  
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• Best phones for $300 or less: Galaxy A50, Moto G Stylus and more - CNET

  03-09-2021 19:01 via cnet.com
  
  If you're looking for a phone on a budget, check out CNET's top four picks for 2021 so far.
  
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• Total child tax credit payments left and other important deadlines to know - CNET

  03-09-2021 19:00 via cnet.com
  
  Here's a rundown of payment dates and the deadlines for opting out.
  
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• Apple employees make US labour watchdog complaints

  03-09-2021 18:59 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Two employees have filed charges against Apple with the US National Labor Relations Board.
  
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• Best Labor Day sales: Save $1,000 on Razer laptop, $500 on LG OLED TV and more - CNET

  03-09-2021 18:52 via cnet.com
  
  End the summer with big savings.
  
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• Dune review: Stirring sci-fi epic ends too soon, and that's good and bad - CNET

  03-09-2021 18:45 via cnet.com
  
  Coming to theaters and HBO Max next month, Denis Villeneuve's star-studded sci-fi saga is stirring and weird, but leaves too much hanging.
  
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• We tested Samsung's cheapest 5G Galaxy phone, and it's not bad - CNET

  03-09-2021 18:43 via cnet.com
  
  Samsung's Galaxy A32 5G is a steal at under $300, so what's the catch?
  
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• Nissan has a new, more efficient way to recycle EV rare earth elements - Roadshow

  03-09-2021 18:22 via cnet.com
  
  Today, EVs require a dirty mining processes. Nissan's been working to change that and said it's found a way.
  
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