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• Japan’s Coincheck will refund stolen NEM tokens

  28-01-2018 23:38 via digitaltrends.com
  
  One of Japan's largest cryptocurrency exchanges, Coincheck, reportedly lost $400 million in cryptocurrency to hackers. It's unknown how the coins were stolen, but Japan's Financial Services Agency is investigating the transfer. Additionally, Coincheck has said that it will reimburse its affected customers.
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• Japan’s Coincheck will refund $400 million in stolen cryptocurrency tokens

  28-01-2018 23:38 via digitaltrends.com
  
  One of Japan's largest cryptocurrency exchanges, Coincheck, reportedly lost $400 million in cryptocurrency to hackers. It's unknown how the coins were stolen, but Japan's Financial Services Agency is investigating the transfer.
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• Facebook is coming closer to humanizing its chatbots

  28-01-2018 23:20 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Facebook is working on new ways to improve its AI's chat capabilities. Chief among the methods are efforts to make the bots more interesting by endowing them with rudimentary personalities.
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• Win a Mercedes-AMG C 43 Coupe on Super Bowl Sunday with your finger and a phone

  28-01-2018 23:03 via digitaltrends.com
  
  On Super Bowl Sunday, Mercedes-Benz is giving you the opportunity to win a Mercedes-AMG C 43 Coupe by playing a game on your smartphone. Just follow the car with your finger and you can be the grand prize winner.
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• Elton John announces his retirement tour with an amazing kaleidoscopic VR video

  28-01-2018 22:56 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Elton John, the original Rocket Man, revealed plans for his three-year Farewell Yellow Brick Road tour with a spectacular virtual reality experience that showcases the flamboyant and iconic rock star's decades-long career.
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• Elon Musk Would Like to Sell You a Flamethrower

  28-01-2018 22:45 via sploid.gizmodo.com
  Do you have $500 lying around and want to spend it on something that will, inevitably, lead to a much costlier disaster? Elon Musk has you covered.
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• Which phone has the best battery life? Let’s find out

  28-01-2018 22:15 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Battery life is a crucial factor when deciding which phone to buy, but which of today's phones is the most capable when it comes to pure longevity? Here, we put seven different devices through a rigorous test to find out.
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• TMI? Fitness tracking ‘heatmap’ could compromise secret military locations

  28-01-2018 22:12 via digitaltrends.com
  
  The fitness-tracking Strava "Heatmap" can show you popular jogging trails and bike routes from around the world, but it can also inadvertently reveal the locations of U.S. military personnel stationed in secret installations.
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• Who makes the best cash-sending app? PayPal, Venmo, Square, Google, or Apple?

  28-01-2018 21:15 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Today, there are plenty of ways, to send money to your friends, regardless of the platform. But which is the best for your individual needs and purposes? Here we compare PayPal, Google Wallet, Apple Pay Cash, Venmo, and Square Cash to find out.
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• The best monitor for the MacBook Pro

  28-01-2018 21:15 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Apple doesn't make its beloved Cinema Display monitors anymore, which makes finding the best monitor for the MacBook Pro more difficult -- you're spoilt for choice! In this guide, we break down some of our favorites and offer something for every size and budget.
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• Sending money? Here are the best apps for that

  28-01-2018 21:15 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Today, there are plenty of ways, to send money to your friends, regardless of the platform. But which is the best for your individual needs and purposes? Here we compare PayPal, Google Wallet, Apple Pay Cash, Venmo, and Square Cash to find out.
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• ‘Die With Me’ app will help relieve your low-battery anxiety

  28-01-2018 21:15 via digitaltrends.com
  
  This week, we have an app that will help ease the pain of your device reaching its temporary demise, a little bit easier. Using chat app "Die With Me," you can talk to strangers whose smartphones are also about to die.
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• ‘Die With Me’ app is the answer to your low battery anxiety

  28-01-2018 21:15 via digitaltrends.com
  
  This week, we have an app that will help ease the pain of your device reaching its temporary demise, a little bit easier. Using chat app "Die With Me," you can talk to strangers whose smartphones are also about to die.
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• Secret Service warns of ‘jackpotting’ hackers targeting ATMs in the U.S.

  28-01-2018 20:43 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Criminals that can compromise an ATM in a matter of minutes and make it spew out its entire load of cash, a process known as "jackpotting," may be targeting ATMs near you, according to a warning from the Secret Service.
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• The best new music: Jack White, Justin Timberlake with Chris Stapleton, and more

  28-01-2018 19:15 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Are you looking for the best new music? We'll let you know what new tracks and albums are worthy of your attention. Up this week: Jack White, Justin Timberlake with Chris Stapleton, and more.
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• What is a hybrid smartwatch? The ideal wearable for watch fans

  28-01-2018 18:15 via digitaltrends.com
  
  You've heard of smartwatches, but what about a hybrid smartwatch? If you're new to the world of wearable technology, this name may not be familiar, so we're here to explain what a hybrid smartwatch is, and why you might love one if you're a watch fan.
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• SpaceX confirms Falcon Heavy rocket launch for February 6

  28-01-2018 18:05
  It’s been just a few days since SpaceX successfully completed a test fire of its new Falcon Heavy rocket, and now CEO Elon Musk has revealed that the official launch will take place in early February. The Falcon Heavy project has been in the works for a number of years now and seen more than few delays. The rocket is … Continue reading
  
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• Jio Updates Plans, Airtel's 149 Recharge, WhatsApp for Business, Xiaomi vs. Samsung, Galaxy S9 Rumours, and More News This Week

  28-01-2018 17:17
  Reliance Jio's new plans now offer up to 50 percent more data, WhatsApp for Business now in India, Galaxy S9 leaked, and more news this week.
  
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• The best new movie trailers: ‘I Kill Giants,’ ‘Black Dynamite 2,’ and more

  28-01-2018 17:15 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Everyone loves a good trailer, but keeping up with what's new isn't easy. To simplify things, we've rounded up the best new movie trailers and teasers for your consumption, including the new trailer for 'Pacific Rim Uprising.'
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• Sony A9: Our first take

  28-01-2018 17:15 via digitaltrends.com
  
  With every new camera, Sony never fails to impress. Its new A9 mirrorless camera is no exception, using a stacked full-frame sensor that delivers incredible speed.
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• Leaked Microsoft Band 3 prototype gets hands-on reveal

  28-01-2018 17:09
  Back in late 20016, Microsoft made it clear that it was discontinuing its Band line of health and fitness tracking wearables. This came as a bit of a surprise, as a new model was expected to be just a few months away, especially considering the improvements made between the original Band and the Band 2. It turns out that Microsoft … Continue reading
  
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• 8 Nintendo Switch tips and tricks to get the most out of your hybrid console

  28-01-2018 16:15 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Got a new Nintendo Switch? There are lots of little things you can do to make using the console as fun and easy as possible. We've got some tips and tricks that will help you get the most out of Nintendo's hybrid console.
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• Coincheck loses $400M in NEM cryptocurrency to hackers

  28-01-2018 16:00
  The cryptocurrency market has just been hit with one of its biggest losses in its short lifespan. The Tokyo-based Coincheck, one of Japan’s largest cryptocurrency exchanges, has confirmed that it recently lost 500 million tokens of the NEM currency to attackers, and is still investigating how they got away with it. The theft is said to be worth at least … Continue reading
  
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• Walmart partners with Rakuten for online groceries and ebooks

  28-01-2018 15:32 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Walmart has announced a far-reaching partnership with Japanese company Rakuten. The company will work with Rakuten to expand its online grocery services in Japan while offering digital books in the U.S.
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• Ubisoft backtracks, won’t drop $40 edition of ‘Rainbow Six Siege’ after all

  28-01-2018 15:22 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Following outcry from the Rainbow Six Siege community, Ubisoft took to Reddit to announce that the $40 Standard Edition of the game will still be available, as well as the new $60 Advanced Edition for Year 3.
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• MacBook Air vs. MacBook Pro 13 (non-Touch Bar)

  28-01-2018 15:15 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Apple finally updated some of its Mac lineup. Here, we compare the MacBook Air 13-inch to the newly-announced MacBook Pro 13-inch -- the non-Touch Bar edition -- to see which comes out on top for those looking to buy a basic, lightweight Mac.
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• Looking to build some serious muscle? These weightlifting apps will pump you up

  28-01-2018 15:15 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Want to get ripped but can't stand generalized fitness apps? These are the best weightlifting apps with a focus on gains, form, muscle targeting, and the other features that you're really looking for.
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• Elon Musk debuts Boring Company’s $500 flamethrower

  28-01-2018 15:00
  It appears that Elon Musk wasn’t kidding when he teased that The Boring Company would start selling a real flamethrower. The tunnel-digging company is now taking pre-orders for the tool/weapon, priced at a mere $500. It’s not clear exactly when the flamethrower will ship, but to help keep things extra safe buyers have the option of throwing in a Boring … Continue reading
  
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• ‘La Torche’ may be the most beautiful surf film of the year

  28-01-2018 14:15 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Travel to a legendary surf destination in France with this video, La Torche, which sends us out on the water at night with surfers Ian Fontaine and Gaspard Larsonneur, illuminated with just neon lights.
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• Ubisoft changes stance on Rainbow Six: Siege’s cheaper standard edition

  28-01-2018 13:56
  Consider this one a win for the avid fans of Rainbow Six: Siege. The game’s player community became immensely frustrated after developer Ubisoft revealed on Thursday that it was raising the price of the two-year old Siege by $20 in order to account for new loot boxes, alongside doing way with the $40 Standard Edition of the title. Ubisoft has … Continue reading
  
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• Jio's New Plans, Airtel 149 Recharge, WhatsApp for Business, Xiaomi vs. Samsung, Galaxy S9 Rumours, and More News This Week

  28-01-2018 11:14
  Airtel updated its 149 recharge to match Jio, but Reliance Jio's new plans now offer up to 50 percent more data, WhatsApp for Business now in India, Galaxy S9 leaked, and more news this week.
  
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• Poptheatr is your own personal theater that you wear on your head

  28-01-2018 10:16 via digitaltrends.com
  
  No one likes distractions, especially when they're trying to watch a movie. That's where Poptheatr comes in. It's a bucket that you place over your head while watching movies and TV shows.
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• Far Cry 5 Gameplay, PC Specifications, DRM, and More

  28-01-2018 09:31
  Here’s what you need to know about Far Cry 5 gameplay and how play Far Cry 5 at 4K and 60fps.
  
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• PS4 Slim with God of War 3 Remastered, Horizon Zero Dawn, Uncharted 4, and Three Months PlayStation Plus Membership Now Available in India

  28-01-2018 08:29
  PS4 Slim Hits bundle with God of War 3 Remastered, Horizon Zero Dawn, Uncharted 4, and PS Plus subscription now out in India.
  
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• How to change your name on Facebook

  28-01-2018 06:52
  There may be a number of reasons why you may want to change your name on Facebook.
  
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• How to prevent WhatsApp from using more internet data

  28-01-2018 06:09
  Although telecom companies in India have started giving away more data to its users to keep them stick with their network, some still try to control their data consumption for each app.
  
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• 5 apps to download now for a healthier 2018

  28-01-2018 06:05
  No matter what your health and fitness goals are for 2018, an app can be an easy way to find support and expert advice that will keep you motivated and hitting your goals throughout the year.
  
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• UP government to link 60,000 villages with Start-up India programme

  28-01-2018 05:53
  Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath today said the state government will link 60,000 villages of the state with the Start-up India programme.
  
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• Aadhaar' is Oxford dictionary's Hindi word of 2017

  28-01-2018 05:32
  Oxford Dictionaries has chosen 'Aadhaar' as the Hindi word of 2017.
  
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• Now Google's 'Clips' camera available for purchase online

  28-01-2018 05:21
  Google's "Clips" camera, which uses Artificial Intelligence (AI) to figure out when it should take a picture or video, is now available for purchase on the Google Store.
  
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• 5 electric cars that will be showcased at Auto Expo 2018

  28-01-2018 04:30
  The Auto Expo starts on February 9 and ends on February 14
  
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• Check Out Elon Musk’s $500 ‘Boring Company’ flamethrower

  28-01-2018 03:33 via digitaltrends.com
  
  And you thought Elon Musk was joking when he said he wanted to sell a Boring Company flamethrower. The fire-spitting device showed up on its website on Saturday and costs $500. A $30 fire extinguisher is also offered.
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• Does Razer Know It Posted a Racist Meme? [Updated]

  28-01-2018 02:25 via gizmodo.com
  There’s being into video gaming and there’s identifying as a hardcore gamer. Both are fine! But the latter group has developed a well-earned reputation for being rife with bigoted jerks, from the whole mess over Gamergate to more recent instances like PewDiePie’s repeated instances of racism. It’s also not a…Read more...
  
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• Does Razer Know It Posted a Racist Meme?

  28-01-2018 02:25 via gizmodo.com
  There’s being into video gaming and there’s identifying as a hardcore gamer. Both are fine! But the latter group has developed a well-earned reputation for being rife with bigoted jerks, from the whole mess over Gamergate to more recent instances like PewDiePie’s repeated instances of racism. It’s also not a…Read more...
  
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• How Kia went from peddling econoboxes to challenging BMW

  28-01-2018 02:15 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Kia went from making wholly uninspiring cars, like the Sephia and the Amanti, to desirable cars like the Stinger. Orth Hedrick, the company's vice president of product planning, explains the transformation.
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• Elon Musk’s Boring Co. flamethrower is real, $500 and up for pre-order

  28-01-2018 02:10
  
   So that flamethrower that Elon Musk teased The Boring Company would start selling after it ran out of its 50,000 hats? Yeah, it’s real – and you can pre-order one now if you want need a ridiculous way to spend $500. Musk revealed the flamethrower on Saturday, after some digging tipped its existence late last week. The Boring Company Flamethrower is functional, too, as you can see… Read More
  
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• The Rocket Lab founder just launched a giant disco ball into orbit

  28-01-2018 01:02 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Space sculpture or space junk? Art is in the eye of the beholder, as Rocket Lab founder Peter Beck just launched a giant mirrored ball into orbit that will spin and reflect sunlight down to Earth as it passes overhead.
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