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• US charges four Russians over hacking campaign on energy sector

  24-03-2022 23:50 via bbc.co.uk
  
  US prosecutors say the alleged hackers placed malware in safety systems at energy plants worldwide.
  
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• Best Credit Cards With No Annual Fee for April 2022 - CNET

  24-03-2022 23:40 via cnet.com
  
  If you want cash rewards and low APR from your credit card without paying a yearly fee, you've got options.
  
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• UK government vows 10-fold increase in electric car chargers by 2030

  24-03-2022 23:30 via theguardian.com
  
  New target comes after criticism of infrastructure rollout for failing to match surging vehicle salesThe UK government has set a new target to increase the number of electric car chargers more than ten times to 300,000 by 2030 after heavy criticism that the rollout of public infrastructure is too slow to match rapid growth in sales.The Department for Transport (DfT) said it would invest an extra £450m to do so, alongside hefty sums of private capital. Sales of new cars and vans with petrol
  
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• In Appeal, Apple Argues Epic 'Failed To Prove' Facts of Fortnite Lawsuit - CNET

  24-03-2022 23:30 via cnet.com
  
  Apple argued Epic's claims that the iPhone maker acted anticompetitively was "unprecedented" and "unfounded."
  
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• US charges four Russian hackers over cyber-attacks on global energy sector

  24-03-2022 23:08 via theguardian.com
  
  Quartet accused in two major hacking campaigns between 2012 and 2018, indictment unsealed by justice department readsThe US has unveiled criminal charges against four Russian government officials, saying they engaged in two major hacking campaigns between 2012 and 2018 that targeted the global energy sector and affected thousands of computers across 135 countries.In one now-unsealed indictment from August 2021, the justice department said three alleged hackers from Russia’s Federal Securit
  
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• ‘He helped shape the modern world’: gif inventor Stephen Wilhite dies after getting Covid

  24-03-2022 22:59 via theguardian.com
  
  He created the image file format that defined an internet culture for decades in 1987 while working at CompuServeIf a picture is worth a thousand words, then a gif is worth millions. The image file format has been a defining element of internet culture for decades, with glass-raising DiCaprios and mic-dropping Obamas facilitating self-expression in a faceless digital world. And we have one man to thank for all the jokes, snark and praise: Stephen Wilhite, inventor of the gif, who died last week,
  
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• Four Russian Government Workers Indicted in US for Energy Sector Hacks - CNET

  24-03-2022 22:55 via cnet.com
  
  The Justice Department says the cyberattacks affected 135 countries from 2012 and 2018.
  
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• iDentalSoft

  24-03-2022 22:51 via techradar.com
  
  iDentalSoft set out in 2010 to become the leading cloud-based dental practice management software solution. It is based out of Milpitas, California, better known as part of Silicon Valley, with an additional office in Kansas City, Kansas. Its goal is to unburden dentists from the burden of running software locally on a server, with the IT difficulties that are inherent to this, and to offer a modern cloud solution to streamline practice management for dentists.
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• Early Tax Refunds: How to Get Your IRS Money 2 Days Quicker - CNET

  24-03-2022 22:50 via cnet.com
  
  Online payment services like Venmo, Cash App and PayPal can make your tax refund available earlier than most banks. Learn how it works.
  
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• Ukraine uses facial recognition software to identify Russian soldiers killed in combat

  24-03-2022 22:40 via theguardian.com
  
  The defense ministry began using technology from Clearview AI which scrapes images on the web to match uploaded photosUkraine is using facial recognition software to help identify the bodies of Russian soldiers killed in combat and track down their families to inform them of their deaths, Ukraine’s vice-prime minister told the Reuters news service.Mykhailo Fedorov, Ukraine’s vice-prime minister who also runs the ministry of digital transformation, told Reuters his country had been us
  
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• March Madness Live Stream: How to Watch the 2022 Sweet 16 Tonight From Anywhere - CNET

  24-03-2022 22:30 via cnet.com
  
  The NCAA men's basketball tournament resumes on Thursday, and you don't need cable to watch.
  
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• The Sun's Puzzling Heating Problem Is Closer to Being Solved - CNET

  24-03-2022 22:22 via cnet.com
  
  The corona is far hotter than the surface of the sun... but why? A new theory helps explain what might be happening.
  
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• Could your smartphone photos detect diseases? Google's working on it

  24-03-2022 22:14 via zdnet.com
  
  Google's new lines of research and consumer tools are designed to help lower barriers to healthcare.
  
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• If Fish Could Cry, Would We Change Our Moral Framework? - CNET

  24-03-2022 22:13 via cnet.com
  
  In research on emotions, "since animals don't talk, their feelings were denied," says biologist Frans de Waal. The best-selling author discusses animal ethics.
  
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• 'The Lost City' Movie Isn't Streaming This Weekend, Sorry - CNET

  24-03-2022 22:07 via cnet.com
  
  But here's when and where to expect The Lost City to stream -- and whether it'll be "free." (Spoiler: Not literally free but close.)
  
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• Get a lifetime of VPN protection plus 10TB of cloud storage and backup for $63

  24-03-2022 22:00 via zdnet.com
  
  Keep your data and privacy secure online with this Lifetime Backup & Security Subscription Bundle.
  
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• BA.2, COVID's 'Stealth Omicron' Variant, Is Rising Globally. Should We Be Worried? - CNET

  24-03-2022 22:00 via cnet.com
  
  Scientists have said it doesn't appear to cause more severe disease than regular omicron, though it's more transmissible.
  
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• Your MacBook Webcam Isn't Doing You Any Favors - CNET

  24-03-2022 21:49 via cnet.com
  
  Here are some lighting and positioning tricks to help you make up for that grainy 720p webcam.
  
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• NASA Shares Glorious Sunrise Views of Moon Megarocket at the Launchpad - CNET

  24-03-2022 21:45 via cnet.com
  
  Good morning, Artemis I.
  
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• Best VPN for iPhone (2022)

  24-03-2022 21:41 via zdnet.com
  
  What is the best VPN for iPhone? NordVPN is our top pick! We analyzed the number of simultaneous connections, servers, and countries in addition to kill switch ability, logging, speed, ability to unlock streaming services and price of the top 4 VPNs in the market below.
  
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• Finished Today's Wordle? There Are Plenty Other Games to Play - CNET

  24-03-2022 21:32 via cnet.com
  
  From Octordle to Worldle, we collected a bunch of Wordle alternatives for your consideration.
  
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• 6 Exciting Gadgets We Want From Samsung This Year - CNET

  24-03-2022 21:24 via cnet.com
  
  Commentary: The Galaxy Watch 5, Galaxy Z Flip 4 and Z Fold 4 are a few rumored Samsung devices that are on my wish list.
  
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• Bioinformatics jobs: All of your options

  24-03-2022 21:22 via zdnet.com
  
  Bioinformatics jobs unite biology, information technology, and computer science. Find out if bioinformatics is the field for you.
  
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• Bigger Child Tax Credit Could Lift Millions of Children Out of Poverty - CNET

  24-03-2022 21:10 via cnet.com
  
  New research documents the huge benefits of renewing the expanded child tax credit.
  
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• Russia Restricting Google News Over Aggregated Stories About Ukraine War - CNET

  24-03-2022 21:06 via cnet.com
  
  Google News is being restricted for users in Russia as the information battle over the Ukraine war continues within the country.
  
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• Nikola Starts Production on Battery Electric Tre Semi Truck - Roadshow

  24-03-2022 21:03 via cnet.com
  
  Future versions of the truck will be hydrogen-powered with longer range.
  
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• Mini Tests Its 5th-Gen Cooper EV in the Depths of Swedish Winter - Roadshow

  24-03-2022 21:01 via cnet.com
  
  It looks like it's probably a whole lot of fun on a frozen lake.
  
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• New Robinhood Cash Card Earns Crypto or Stock When You Invest Spare Change - CNET

  24-03-2022 20:53 via cnet.com
  
  If you're looking to dabble in crypto, Robinhood's new debit card offers a lower-risk way to get started.
  
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• When Will the Senate Vote on Ketanji Brown Jackson's Supreme Court Confirmation? - CNET

  24-03-2022 20:52 via cnet.com
  
  Judge Jackson's confirmation hearings concluded Thursday.
  
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• 'The Batman' Deleted Scene Reveals the Joker - CNET

  24-03-2022 20:51 via cnet.com
  
  A deleted scene gives a better look at Barry Keoghan's mystery character.
  
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• Electrify America Wants to Change the EV Charging Experience for the Better - Roadshow

  24-03-2022 20:38 via cnet.com
  
  Of course, all the convenience features in the world won't help if your charger is busted.
  
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• Oscars 2022 Predictions: Who Will Win Big on Sunday? - CNET

  24-03-2022 20:31 via cnet.com
  
  Dune, The Power of the Dog, King Richard, Belfast, West Side Story are heading to the 2022 Academy Awards. Here are my guesses for best picture, best director, best actor and more.
  
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• Best 55-inch TV 2022: The Goldilocks of screen sizes

  24-03-2022 20:20 via zdnet.com
  
  55-inch TVs are some of the most popular on the market, and for good reason: like their 65-inch counterparts, they're best suited for a wider variety of room sizes and types while providing a great balance between features and value. Top brands like LG, Sony, and Samsung, as well as smaller brands like TCL and Hisense have excellent 55-inch models available to suit just about every entertainment need.
  
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• You'll Soon Be Able to Hail a NYC Cab Via Uber - Roadshow

  24-03-2022 20:13 via cnet.com
  
  After over a decade of frosty relations with NYC's taxi commission, the ride-hailing giant will soon help its drivers find new fares.
  
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• New Google Feature Could Help You Make a Doctor's Appointment - CNET

  24-03-2022 20:06 via cnet.com
  
  At its annual health event, Google touts a new Search feature for scheduling doctor visits. It also offers research updates, along with news about the Fitbit.
  
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• Asus ROG Flow X13 review

  24-03-2022 20:02 via techradar.com
  
  Editor's Note
  • Original review date: March 2022• Launch price: Starts at $1,699 / £1,499 / AU$2,999• Target price now (updated model): Starts at £1,749 / £1,699 / AU$2,059Update – September 2024: The Asus ROG Flow X13 has enjoyed a major specs bump since we reviewed this model back in 2022, with the base configuration leaping all the way up from an Nvidia GTX 1650 graphics card to the far superior RTX 4050, with even beefier 4060 models available too - eff
  
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• Asus ROG Flow X13

  24-03-2022 20:02 via techradar.com
  
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  The Asus ROG Flow X13 takes on a rather unusual look if you’re more accustomed to the usually chunky chassis and large displays seen on other Asus ROG gaming laptops. This 13-inch ultraportable 2-in-1-style gaming laptop actually offers a few interesting benefits though, namely that you can purchase an additional eGPU (short of external graphics card) to bump up the graphical performance of the device. A few slim gaming laptops have appeared in recent years, with the
  
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• HP Chromebook x2 11

  24-03-2022 19:48 via techradar.com
  
  There’s a lot the HP Chromebook x2 11 can do. Launched in August 2021, this HP Chromebook follows other 2-in-1 portables that tout a detachable keyboard design that makes them feel more like tablets that can be transformed into a laptop – much like Apple’s higher-end iPads and the Surface Pro.It’s a brilliant approach to the hybrid laptop model, especially since most 2-in-1 laptops with non-detachable keyboards aren’t really all that convenient to use as tablets. On
  
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• Omega and Swatch’s $260 MoonSwatch Looks Out of This World

  24-03-2022 19:43
  
  You read that right, $260. Plus this playful take on the iconic Speedmaster comes in multiple colors and is made from the group’s Bioceramic material.
  
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• Apple Plans Subscription Model for iPhone, Other Hardware Products, Report Says - CNET

  24-03-2022 19:17 via cnet.com
  
  Owning Apple products could be a thing of the past.
  
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• What's Next For Samsung? 6 Exciting Gadgets We Want to See in 2022 - CNET

  24-03-2022 19:15 via cnet.com
  
  Commentary: From a completely new foldable phone to an upgraded Galaxy Watch, these rumored Samsung devices are on my wish list.
  
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• The next MacBook Air: What we want vs. what we can expect

  24-03-2022 19:06 via zdnet.com
  
  With rumors flying about a new MacBook Air, we explore what Apple is most likely to deliver. Is this the Air for you?
  
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• Innocn 27C1U 4K computer monitor review: Gorgeous, bright, quick to connect

  24-03-2022 19:06 via zdnet.com
  
  A two-monitor setup is standard for me and one that supports easy connectivity to a Samsung device or other mobile tech makes the monitor that much more useful. The Innocn 27C1U is an affordable, lovely monitor that is perfect for enhanced productivity.
  
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• Oscars 2022: How to Watch Every Nominated Movie - CNET

  24-03-2022 19:02 via cnet.com
  
  Best Picture nominee King Richard returned to HBO Max today. Here's how to stream every film that's up for awards.
  
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• Uber strikes deal to list all New York City taxis on its ride-share app

  24-03-2022 18:33 via theguardian.com
  
  Partnership will boost number of rides available, and gives NYC cab drivers access to massive pool of commuters with Uber appUber, hit by driver shortages and a surge in food delivery requests during the pandemic, will list New York City taxi cabs on its app, a partnership that until recently would have been unthinkable with both camps fighting ferociously for the same customers.After a period in which waits for an Uber ride grew longer due to a driver shortage, the partnership will boost the nu
  
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• OnePlus 10 Pro Camera Test: Photos Look Great From the Main Lens - CNET

  24-03-2022 18:32 via cnet.com
  
  I put the OnePlus 10 Pro up against the iPhone 13 Pro, Pixel 6 Pro and Galaxy S22 Ultra to see how its new camera compares.
  
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• Zoom Update Adds Livestreaming to Twitch, Animal Avatars and More - CNET

  24-03-2022 18:30 via cnet.com
  
  These new features can help people connect for fun or work.
  
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• Snazzy Oscars Gift Bag for Nominees Includes Plot of Land in Scotland - CNET

  24-03-2022 18:24 via cnet.com
  
  High-profile actors and directors are getting some over-the-top prizes, including liposuction.
  
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• Best Student Credit Cards for April 2022 - CNET

  24-03-2022 18:20 via cnet.com
  
  Build your credit, earn rewards and prepare for emergencies with the top-rated credit cards for students.
  
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• 8 Underused Hulu Tips You Need to Try - CNET

  24-03-2022 18:20 via cnet.com
  
  Hulu may not have a secret menu, but you can still put these tricks to use.
  
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