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Intel's new Core Ultra 5 250K Plus is the best $199 processor I've tested

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technology23h ago

Intel's new Core Ultra 5 250K Plus is the best $199 processor I've tested

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Intel’s Core Ultra 7 270K Plus maxes out the silicon, enabling the entire 8P+16E cores present, along with the entire 36 MB slab of L3 cache, differentiating it from the 285K flagship on paper.
The 270K Plus is priced aggressively at $300, aiming to offset high memory and SSD costs and compete with Ryzen SKUs in the mid-range segment.
In gaming at 1080p, the 270K Plus runs about 15% faster on average across many games, offering a strong price-to-performance balance.

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The Kindle Colorsoft is $80 off ahead of Amazon's Big Spring

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shopping19h ago

The Kindle Colorsoft is $80 off ahead of Amazon's Big Spring

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The Jackery Spring Sale offers up to 60% off with an extra 5% off using OFFER5, expanding savings beyond initial reductions.
Home Power 3600 Plus and Explorer 5000 Plus are highlighted, showing large capacity and multi-day backup power for home or outdoor use.
The Explorer 5000 Plus is positioned as an eco-friendly home backup with high capacity and multiple output options for essential devices during outages.

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Jury finds Elon Musk liable for misleading investors during Twitter purchase

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business17h ago

Jury finds Elon Musk liable for misleading investors during Twitter purchase

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A San Francisco jury found Elon Musk liable for misleading investors during Twitter's 2022 purchase process.
The verdict said two Musk tweets were misleading, but he did not deliberately scheme to defraud investors.
Damages for shareholders will be determined in a subsequent phase of the case.
The trial focused on Musk's statements about fake accounts and the Twitter deal.
Musk's change of stance after the trial influenced the eventual purchase outcome in 2022.
The verdict did not find that Musk knowingly defrauded investors with a deliberate scheme.
The class-action scope includes thousands of Twitter shareholders affected by the statements.
The other portion of the trial evaluated a May 2022 podcast remark and its impact on investors.
The ruling could have significant financial implications for Musk and his holdings.

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Oura Ring 5 leaks

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Latest leaks show the Oura Ring 5 with a more curved, traditional ring design.
A new Deep Rose color replaces the Rose Gold, per leak reports.
Matte black, silver, and gold remain, with silver offering two finishes.
Charging methods stay the same, including the dock and charging case.
Battery life is expected to remain similar to the current model.
Sensor improvements are uncertain; images show a potential sensor position change.
FCC listing hints at a September appearance for the Oura Ring 5.
Android Headlines previously suggested a 2027 launch window.
Patents indicate potential future health features like blood pressure and ECG.
Industry speculation places Oura Ring 5 among competing smart rings ahead of a 2027 release.

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Layton City adopts ordinance to prohibit cryptocurrency ATMs

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technology9h ago

Layton City adopts ordinance to prohibit cryptocurrency ATMs

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Layton City bans physical cryptocurrency kiosks, with existing machines to be removed within 60 days under a new ordinance.
The ban follows a probe linking about $2 million in fraud-related losses between 2021 and 2025 to crypto kiosks and related scams.
Criminals were observed pressuring victims to deposit cash into crypto kiosks, with funds moving to the offender’s digital wallet and hindering recovery.

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Nintendo Switch 2 Production Cut 33% Following Weak Holiday Sales, Report Claims

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business3h ago

Nintendo Switch 2 Production Cut 33% Following Weak Holiday Sales, Report Claims

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Nintendo reportedly cuts Switch 2 production by a third after underwhelming holiday sales, reducing planned output from 6 million to 4 million in the near term.
The production cut underscores regional demand signals: Japan remains buyers’ priority while overseas momentum softens.
Analysts interpret the move as inventory management rather than a fundamental shift in annual sales goals for Switch 2.
Nintendo remains confident in long-term demand, with first-party titles and 2026 releases aimed at sustaining momentum.
Switch 2 debuted as Nintendo’s fastest-selling console at launch, driven by the prior Switch’s momentum, though sustained sales remain under observation.
Market watchers will track performance through 2026 to assess whether demand holds as exclusive titles roll out.
Nintendo framed the update as regional performance and lineup expectations rather than a broad demand downgrade.
Pokémon Pokopia’s success provided a notable stock bump despite the production cut.
The US holiday performance remained softer than the global launch momentum, prompting production reassessment.
Industry context suggests Nintendo will monitor the upcoming holiday season and software lineup to guide future production decisions.
Despite the cut, Nintendo’s broader hardware strategy includes exploring mass production to offset rising memory costs.

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Gigabyte X870 Aorus Stealth Motherboard Review: The gothy Goldilocks of rear-connect AM5 motherboards

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technology34m ago

Gigabyte X870 Aorus Stealth Motherboard Review: The gothy Goldilocks of rear-connect AM5 motherboards

Tomshardware.com

Tom's Hardware reports the Gigabyte X870 Aorus Stealth offers a clean rear-connect design with strong feature set at $299.99.
The board provides four PCIe 5.0/4.0 M.2 slots, 13 rear USB ports, and 5 GbE plus Wi‑Fi 7 networking.
In synthetic tests the Stealth achieved average-to-slightly-above-average results across most benchmarks.
Memory and DDR5-8000 support are highlighted, with DDR5-7200/8000 tested and DDR5-8000 near the Stealth’s ceiling.
VRM temperatures stayed cool under load, suggesting solid power delivery for flagship CPUs.
The review notes the EZ-Latch Plus for M.2 and a DriverBIOS feature for easier initial setup.
Compared with MSI MAG X870E Tomahawk Max Wifi and similar boards, the Stealth offers better rear-connect value at its price point.
Gigabyte’s UC BIOS 2.0 offers improved usability with Easy Mode and a DriverBIOS feature.
The article characterizes the Stealth as a Goldilocks board for rear-connect AM5 builds.
Tom's Hardware verdict highlights the Stealth as a strong option for rear-connect enthusiasts.

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AI may boost euro area productivity growth by 4% in 10 years, ECB says

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technology18h ago

AI may boost euro area productivity growth by 4% in 10 years, ECB says

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ECB Chief Economist Philip Lane says AI could lift euro-area productivity by more than 4 percentage points over the next decade, but progress depends on how quickly adoption spreads and energy costs.
A take-up rate similar to the internet could deliver at least 1.5 percentage points of extra productivity growth in 10 years, Lane notes.
If AI adoption reaches at least half the economy, gains could exceed 4 percentage points, underscoring the scale of potential impact.
Lane warns that high energy costs and the energy intensity of AI could slow model development and adoption.
Europe lags the US in AI innovation, with only about 3% of euro-area patents related to AI compared with 9% in the United States.
Europe pays roughly 250 billion euros a year in royalties to foreign patent-holders, highlighting dependence on imported AI tech.
Europe's shallower capital markets are seen as a barrier to scaling AI innovation and investment.
Policy priorities include broader access to finance, diffusion to smaller firms, and investment in skills and intangible assets.
The ECB emphasizes that AI gains hinge on adoption speed and energy prices that affect model building and deployment costs.
AI's greatest long-run impact would come if it materially boosts the pace of innovation, potentially raising long-run growth beyond productivity gains alone.

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Docusign Named to Fast Company's Annual List of the World's Most Innovative Companies of 2026

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Docusign named to Fast Company’s Most Innovative Companies list for 2026, citing its IAM platform and AI-driven contract insights.
Samsung named to Fast Company’s list, ranking #4 in Consumer Electronics and #7 in Corporate Social Responsibility for 2026.
Docusign notes IAM’s role in turning contracts into business intelligence by surfacing insights and guiding next steps.
Samsung emphasizes AI Living across devices like Galaxy Z Fold7, Galaxy Z Flip7, and Galaxy S26 series.
Samsung highlights Ocean Mode and sustainable initiatives as part of its CSR recognition.
Fast Company's evaluation process involves editors and writers reviewing thousands of submissions.
Docusign frames IAM as unifying agreements with CRM, ERP, and HR workflows.
Samsung showcases AI integration across devices, from foldables to Bespoke AI appliances.
Fast Company’s 2026 list spans startups to major global brands shaping innovation today.
Fast Company’s list is considered a blueprint for future leadership in innovation.

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Chemistry student develops clear polish that turns your fingernail into a touch-screen stylus

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science14h ago

Chemistry student develops clear polish that turns your fingernail into a touch-screen stylus

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A conductive, clear nail polish could help long fingernails work with capacitive touchscreens, addressing a key challenge for users with natural non-conductive nails.
Desai and Lawrence tested hundreds of formulations, identifying a small set of additives that enable conductivity without metal particles.
The effective combination uses ethanolamine and taurine, balancing conductivity with clarity to avoid a colored or metallic look.
The polish remains in early stages; a thin layer does not consistently register, and ethanolamine evaporates quickly, limiting duration of use.
The work originated as a Centenary College of Louisiana project, with Desai pursuing cosmetic chemistry to keep nails compatible with touchscreens.
Desai aimed to avoid toxic materials and metals, seeking a clear polish that could be used over any manicure.
The approach relies on acid-base chemistry rather than metal additives to support electrical conductivity at the nail surface.
The team presented findings at an American Chemical Society meeting, signaling peer interest and validation for the concept.
The ultimate goal is broader accessibility, enabling people with calluses, dry skin, or gloves to operate touch screens more easily.
Researchers continue screening compounds and refining formulas, pursuing a durable, commercially viable solution rather than a one-off prototype.

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