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- Judge denies Elon Musk's billion-dollar Tesla pay package for a second time
In January, McCormick rejected arguments that the 2018 $56 billion compensation was essential to ensure Musk dedicated his attention to Tesla. The judge said Musk had individually "controlled Tesla" and dictated the terms of his compensation.Read Entire Article
- European Space Agency's Proba-3 mission to create artificial solar eclipses in space
The European Space Agency (ESA) is set to launch a pioneering mission that will create artificial solar eclipses in space. The Proba-3 mission, scheduled for liftoff on Wednesday, December 4, 2024, from India's Satish Dhawan Space Center, aims to transform solar corona observations through precision formation flying of two satellites.Read Entire Article
- Russian disinformation campaign claims Stalker 2 is being used to locate Ukraine war conscripts
The campaign involves a video featuring what appears to be a watermark from tech publication Wired, writes 404media. The clip, which is spreading on Telegram and being emailed directly to journalists, claims that an embedded program was discovered in the code of Stalker 2 that collects player data and transmits...Read Entire Article
- Microsoft accuses Google of blocking game purchases on Xbox Android app
Microsoft has delayed its recently announced plans to launch an Android app portal for buying and playing Xbox games. The company blames Google's appeal of a recent antitrust decision, igniting a series of accusations between the two companies and Epic Games CEO Tim Sweeney.Read Entire Article
- Nvidia challenger Tenstorrent completes $700 million funding round backed by Jeff Bezos, other high-profile investors
Tenstorrent, a Santa Clara, California-based startup, has secured nearly $700 million in funding, catapulting its valuation to $2.6 billion. This investment round, led by South Korea's AFW Partners and Samsung Securities, signals the emergence of another Nvidia competitor.Read Entire Article
- These names cause ChatGPT to break, and it's due to AI hallucinations
Social media users recently found that entering the name "David Mayer" into ChatGPT saw the system refuse to respond and end the session. 404Media found that the same thing happened when it was asked about "Jonathan Zittrain," a Harvard Law School professor, and "Jonathan Turley," a George Washington University Law...Read Entire Article
- Nvidia's RTX 2060 Was Never Fast Enough for Ray Tracing
We revisit the GeForce RTX 2060 and Nvidia's promise of ray tracing from its base GPU some 6 years ago. Did this $350 GPU deliver on its potential?Read Entire Article
- Google removes several active Android "SpyLoan" apps, 8+ million downloads later
The mobile research team at McAfee recently detected a new SpyLoan campaign, with several apps designed to trick people into asking for quick loans. The analysts uncovered fifteen malicious Android SpyLoan apps, with a collective total of eight million downloads. Google has already removed the apps from the Play Store,...Read Entire Article
- AMD Radeon RX 8800 XT could go head-to-head with RTX 4080 in raster and ray tracing performance
A proven leaker from the Chiphell forums recently reported that an upcoming AMD RDNA4 graphics card substantially outperforms the company's current flagship in ray tracing while drawing less power. Furthermore, it will likely cost far less, with performance resembling competitor Nvidia's current high-end GPU.Read Entire Article
- Blizzard delists Warcraft RTS games, but GOG promises owners to preserve their purchases
Blizzard is pulling Warcraft 1 and 2 from the GOG marketplace. The classic real-time strategy games are currently only available from GOG, as Blizzard has already replaced the originals with the recently remastered versions on Battle.net. In fact, the delisting from GOG is undoubtedly in response to the release of...Read Entire Article
- OpenWrt's first "unbrickable" reference router is now available
Non-profit Software Freedom Conservancy (SFC) partnered with OpenWrt to develop OpenWrt One, the first reference router based on the OpenWrt project. Announced in January, OpenWrt One is a wireless router focused on software freedom and the right to repair.Read Entire Article
- Apple spies on workers while championing user privacy, lawsuit alleges
Apple is facing a new lawsuit alleging that the company has been spying on its employees by monitoring their activities on personal devices and iCloud accounts. According to Semafor, the suit was filed on Sunday in a California state court by Apple employee Amar Bhakta. He claims that Apple routinely...Read Entire Article
- From Cans To Sheet Metal, With Ease
Aluminium drinks cans make a great source of thin sheet metal which can be used for all manner of interesting projects, but it’s safe to say that retrieving a sheet …read more
- Modular Breadboard Snaps You Into Benchtop Tidiness
Solderless breadboards are a fantastic tool for stirring the creative juices. In a few seconds, you can go from idea to prototype without ever touching the soldering iron. Unfortunately, the …read more
- The Automatic Battery Charger You Never Knew You Needed
When we saw [Max.K]’s automatic NiMh battery charger float past in the Hackaday tips line, it brought to mind a charger that might be automatic in the sense that any …read more
- Unique 3D Printer Has a Print Head With a Twist
If you’re used to thinking about 3D printing in Cartesian terms, prepare your brain for a bit of a twist with [Joshua Bird]’s 4-axis 3D printer that’s not quite like …read more
- A Free Speed Boost For Your Pi 5
The world of the overclocker contains many arcane tweaks to squeeze the last drops of performance from a computer, many of which require expert knowledge to understand. Happily for Raspberry …read more
- A Brief History of Calculator Watches
When humans counted on their fingers, everyone had a state-of-the-art (at the time) calculator at all times. But as we got smarter about calculation, we missed that convenience. When slide …read more
- Small Feathers, Big Effects: Reducing Stall Speeds With Strips Of Plastic
Birds have long been our inspiration for flight, and researchers at Princeton University have found a new trick in their arsenal: covert feathers. These small feathers on top of birds’ …read more
- What's the deal with vintage digicams?
Brendan Nystedt writes that the popularity of pocket-size vintage digicams among young photographers is not just a fad, but an artistic statement. One of the biggest points of contention among enthusiasts is the definition of "digicam." For some, any old digital camera falls under the banner, while other photographers have limited the term's scope to a specific vintage or type. — Read the rest The post What's the deal with vintage digicams? appeared first on Boing Boing.
- Elon Musk loses bid to award self $56bn pay package from Tesla
A Delaware judge has again denied Elon Musk's bid to award himself a pay package at Tesla worth $56bn, upholding her own earlier ruling that the process leading to it was "deeply flawed" due to his power over the company's board. — Read the rest The post Elon Musk loses bid to award self $56bn pay package from Tesla appeared first on Boing Boing.
- This detailed map of Cormac McCarthy's "Blood Meridian" will blow your mind
This map is one of the coolest things I've seen lately, and would make the perfect gift for the book lover in your life—especially a Cormac McCarthy reader. I started reading Blood Meridian recently—at the suggestion of my son, who's a big fan—and I'm finding myself getting a bit lost. — Read the rest The post This detailed map of Cormac McCarthy's "Blood Meridian" will blow your mind appeared first on Boing Boing.
- Amazing 3D billboard in Shinjuku
LIKE BOING BOING BUT NOT THE ADS? CLICK HERE TO GO AD-FREE! If I drove past this amazing 3d billboard in Shinjuku, seen here displaying a Sanrio ad, I'd be in danger of getting in a fender bender. The effect is mesmerizing even in two-dimensional video. — Read the rest The post Amazing 3D billboard in Shinjuku appeared first on Boing Boing.
- Watch raccoons try to open a door
LIKE BOING BOING BUT NOT THE ADS? CLICK HERE TO GO AD-FREE! As someone on the shorter side, I empathize with these two adorable raccoons frantically jumping on their hind legs, trying to reach the handle of a door. Just yesterday, I was doing the same exact thing while trying to reach something on a high shelf in my living room. — Read the rest The post Watch raccoons try to open a door appeared first on Boing Boing.
- Watch a tiny white horse knock someone off their scooter
Watch a feisty, tiny white horse knock someone over. I couldn't even be mad if I was knocked over by such a cute and funny little creature. LIKE BOING BOING BUT NOT THE ADS? CLICK HERE TO GO AD-FREE! The horse, running down a track, veers off to the side right as someone is coming by on an electric scooter. — Read the rest The post Watch a tiny white horse knock someone off their scooter appeared first on Boing Boing.
- Cyber Week is the perfect time to give your PC an internal makeover Windows 11 Pro
TL;DR: Cyber Week has arrived! Get Microsoft's latest OS, Windows 11 Pro, for only $19.97 (reg. $199) through December 8. Is your PC on the #strugglebus? While your device served you well for a while, it's probably in need of a refresh. — Read the rest The post Cyber Week is the perfect time to give your PC an internal makeover Windows 11 Pro appeared first on Boing Boing.
- Congressman returns from spiritual trip with message: "Make gay marriage illegal again"
Last week, Congressman Josh Schriver went on a family vacation, saying he would turn off his devices for seven days to "pray, read, write and spend quality time with family." The Michigan MAGA man then returned from his spiritual journey to share his enlightened thoughts. — Read the rest The post Congressman returns from spiritual trip with message: "Make gay marriage illegal again" appeared first on Boing Boing.
- Lizard dramatically opens its mouth and climbs up man as if its going to attack — but nope, it's just an act (video)
A man who says his passions are reptiles and travel was traveling through Australia when he spotted what looked like a dead gray lizard on the side of a road. Until it sprung up, opened its huge wide mouth, popped open its bright orange "frill neck," and ran straight toward him. — Read the rest The post Lizard dramatically opens its mouth and climbs up man as if its going to attack — but nope, it's just an act (video) appeared first on Boing Boing.
- Racist hurls ugly insults at United passenger — then faces the consequences (video)
A shameless racist couldn't contain herself, hurling insults at an Indian-American family while taking a shuttle bus from a United Airlines flight to an LAX airport terminal. "You're a prick," the miserable woman said, flipping off Boston-born photographer Pervez Taufiq while others on the shuttle were forced to watch. — Read the rest The post Racist hurls ugly insults at United passenger — then faces the consequences (video) appeared first on Boing Boing.
- Explore endless HD documentaries with a $159.97 lifetime subscription
TL;DR: For $159.97, get lifetime access to thousands of HD documentaries on Curiosity Stream — the perfect mix of fun and learning. If you've ever wished your binge-watching habit could do more than just pass the time, Curiosity Stream is here to deliver a smarter alternative. — Read the rest The post Explore endless HD documentaries with a $159.97 lifetime subscription appeared first on Boing Boing.
- The mystery of Stonehenge's disappearing house is solved
YouTuber Paul Whitewick solves the mystery of a house that appears in a historic photo of Stonehenge but not on any period maps. Stonehenge! Where the demons dwell. Where the banshees live, and they do live well. Reputedly a magic place where the moon doth rise with a dragon's face. — Read the rest The post The mystery of Stonehenge's disappearing house is solved appeared first on Boing Boing.
- How to Turn Off WhatsApp Read Receipts on Android & iOS?
Ever wish you could read a Whatsapp message without the sender knowing? Or perhaps you want... The post How to Turn Off WhatsApp Read Receipts on Android & iOS? appeared first on Fossbytes.
- How to Stream Disney Plus on Discord?
Do you love Disney movies and shows? Why not share the fun with friends online? Imagine... The post How to Stream Disney Plus on Discord? appeared first on Fossbytes.
- How to Highlight Text in Google Docs?
Highlighting is a great option if you want to make your text in a Google Docs... The post How to Highlight Text in Google Docs? appeared first on Fossbytes.
- iQOO 13 Review: The No Nonsence Flagship Phone
Last year’s iQOO 12 was one of the most beloved phones, thanks to its flagship performance... The post iQOO 13 Review: The No Nonsence Flagship Phone appeared first on Fossbytes.
- What Does IMY Mean in Text?
In today’s digital world, texting shortcuts and abbreviations help us communicate quickly. Knowing these shortcuts can make your online... The post What Does IMY Mean in Text? appeared first on Fossbytes.
- What Does WYO Mean in Texts?
In social media, users often come across many abbreviations and slang terms. It’s short and quick... The post What Does WYO Mean in Texts? appeared first on Fossbytes.
- What Does WSG Mean on Snapchat?
Have you ever encountered “WSG” on Snapchat and wondered what it means? You’re not alone! This... The post What Does WSG Mean on Snapchat? appeared first on Fossbytes.
- Redmi A4 5G Review: Bringing 5G to Everyone
We test many flagship smartphones here at FossBytes, but most will never buy one. In developing... The post Redmi A4 5G Review: Bringing 5G to Everyone appeared first on Fossbytes.
- From Idea to Execution: Navigating the Essential Stages of Software Development
Turning a single spark of inspiration into a full-fledged product is an intricate journey that blends... The post From Idea to Execution: Navigating the Essential Stages of Software Development appeared first on Fossbytes.
- How to Share Your Live Location on Instagram?
Meta recently announced an exciting update for Instagram users—now you can share your live location directly... The post How to Share Your Live Location on Instagram? appeared first on Fossbytes.
- 'Hysterical' named Apple Podcasts top new show of 2024
Apple has bestowed the top spot in the annual 2025 Apple Podcasts Award to "Hysterical," honoring the seven-part show for its high quality as well as longevity in the podcast charts.Dan Taberski with the 2024 Apple Podcasts Award for 'Hysterical'Each year, the Apple Podcasts award is given out by Apple to the show that demonstrates quality and innovation in podcasting. For 2024, that award went to "Hysterical."A seven-part series produced by Wondery and Audacy's Pineapple Street Studios, "Hysterical" investigates how an illness spread among a group of New York high school girls. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
- iPad, iPad Air, iPad Pro buyer's guide: which iPad to buy for your budget this holiday season
Apple has updated most of its iPad lineup in 2024, with the iPad mini the latest. Here's how to choose the best tablet for your budget this holiday season.Apple's iPad rangeApple offers its iPads at a wide array of price points. The price range covers everyone from value-oriented consumers to those with heftier budgets and greater demands.The iPad is no exception to this. There's the entry-level iPad if you want a cheap but usable tablet, to the iPad Pro at the highest end of the scale. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
- Indonesia says it expects $1 billion from Apple to lift iPhone 16 ban
A minister in Indonesia says the local government expects Apple to shortly offer $1 billion in investment, in order to end the country's ban on iPhone 16 sales.Members of the Apple Developer Academies in IndonesiaApple used to qualify for Indonesia's import regulations because it invested in development opportunities there, but then fell short of its promised commitment. Since the end of October 2024, the Indonesian government has banned all iPhone 16 sales.According to Reuters, Investment Minister Rosan Roeslani first told Indonesian lawmakers that the country will raise its requirements. The minister then said publicly that he expects to see a $1 billion investment commitment from Apple within a week. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
- How to use Apple Notes for instant equation results on iOS 18
Tired of juggling between Apple Notes and Calculator? A math feature in iOS 18 lets you solve equations instantly with just a quick settings tweak.How to tweak math results in Apple NotesIf you're like most people, the Apple Notes app on your iPhone is a go-to for jotting down ideas, to-do lists, and even the occasional math equation. It's quick, convenient, and always just a tap away. But Notes can actually solve equations for you.The new math result feature in iOS 18's Notes app transforms how you handle equations during note-taking. Instead of relying on a separate calculator or switching apps mid-task, Notes can now recognize, calculate, and display results directly in your document. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
- Apple Vision Pro global rollout continues with Taiwan on December 17
Taiwan joins the short list of countries with Apple Vision Pro on December 17 after a round of pre-orders starting on December 5.Apple Vision Pro coming to TaiwanApple's first foray into spatial computing has seen a slow rollout since its launch in February 2024. With the addition of Taiwan, there are thirteen countries where Apple Vision Pro can be purchased.The news was shared on the localized Taiwan Apple Newsroom, first discovered by MacRumors. The headset has proven difficult for Apple to sell given its high price point and limited native app selection. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
- Keychron K2 HE review: magnets take mechanical keyboard customization to new heights
The Keychron K2 HE is a mechanical keyboard with magnetic switches that have adjustable actuation points, which can be used for incredible control while gaming, executing macros, and more.Keychron K2 HE reviewKeychron continues to impress with its wide lineup of keyboards aimed at every conceivable kind of user. The company even split off into another entity called Lemokey with gaming keyboards and peripherals.The latest from Keychron is the K2 HE, which uses a magnetic switch for every key. That means the user can program the actuation distance of each key and add multiple actions based on actuation distance. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
- Apple's M4 Pro 16-inch MacBook Pro with 48GB RAM plunges to $2,569, record low price
An exclusive deal discounts the upgraded M4 Pro 16-inch MacBook Pro by a staggering $330, with free 2-day shipping in time for the holidays.Save $330 on a premium 16-inch MacBook Pro 2024 with M4 Pro.The lowest price on record is available exclusively for AppleInsider readers, with Apple Authorized Reseller B&H Photo dropping the Space Black MacBook Pro 16-inch with 48GB RAM and 512GB storage down to $2,569. This reflects a $330 discount off retail on the M4 Pro model with 14-core CPU and 20-core GPU and is the lowest price available on this configuration per our 16-inch MacBook Pro Price Guide.Save $330 at B&H Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
- Top 4 iMac Cyber Monday deals to grab before today's sale ends
Looking to upgrade your desktop setup? Cyber Monday is the perfect opportunity to snag an iMac at a discount, with some of the year's best deals on Apple's powerful all-in-one computers.Save up to $250 on Apple's newest iMac with M4.We've gathered the top iMac discounts available this Cyber Monday, so you can quickly identify the best choice for your budget and preferences. These deals are valid for only a few more hours and stock can sell out quickly, so if you're ready to order, now is your chance.M4 iMac deals Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
- Coinbase Onboard adds Apple Pay for crypto purchases in third-party apps
Coinbase has added Apple Pay support to its Onramp payment feature for third-party apps, making it easier for iPhone owners to buy cryptocurrency from their devices.Image credit: CoinbaseCoinbase Onramp is a tool for app developers that helps them enable users to buy cryptocurrencies rapidly. It is now supporting Apple Pay as a payment method for Coinbase Onramp, when used for fiat-to-crypto purchases.For developers, Coinbase Onramp is intended as a way to simplify the process of users turning fiat currencies like dollars into cryptocurrencies. Typically, this is a lengthy process, which can require users to bounce between multiple apps, and deal with know-your-customer (KYC) identity verification. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
- $373M ASML chipmaker shrinks to $228 – but it's made of Lego
What to buy the techie who has everything? If you thought $373 million was a little bit beyond your budget to get your hands on the latest chipmaking machines, ASML will let you have one for just $228 – provided you don't mind it being made of Lego.…
- Severity of the risk facing the UK is widely underestimated, NCSC annual review warns
National cyber emergencies increased threefold this year The number of security threats in the UK that hit the country's National Cyber Security Centre's (NCSC) maximum severity threshold has tripled compared to the previous 12 months.…
- UK government spends another £1B on cloud migration and services
New framework set to help public sector orgs move on amid lock-in fears The UK government has awarded a contract worth up to £1 billion ($1.3 billion) to get tech services companies to help various bodies and departments make the leap to the cloud.…
- Asda hits the brakes on tech tweaks to avoid festive fiasco
Stability essential ahead of Christmas trading amid ongoing Walmart divorce The UK's third-largest retailer has accelerated plans for a system freeze during the busy Christmas period as it grapples with a long-running tech divorce from its previous owner.…
- GitHub's boast that Copilot produces high-quality code challenged
We're shocked – shocked – that Microsoft's study of its own tools might not be super-rigorous GitHub's claim that the quality of programming code written with its Copilot AI model is "significantly more functional, readable, reliable, maintainable, and concise," has been challenged by software developer Dan Cîmpianu.…
- Russia gives life sentence to Hydra dark web kingpin after seizing a ton of drugs
No exaggeration – literally a ton. Plus, 15 co-conspirators also put behind bars A Russian court has handed a life sentence to the head of the infamous online drugs souk Hydra, and 15 of his co-conspirators will also spend many years behind bars.…
- GenAI comes for jobs once considered 'safe' from automation
Specialty in cognitive non-routine tasks means high-skilled city workers affected Jobs in geographical areas and scope once thought to be at low risk of automation are soon to be the most affected by generative AI, according to the Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD).…
- NASA's Solar Dynamics Observatory datacenter flooded, offline until 2025
Burst water pipe blots out the Sun – or at least the data about it collected from two probes Servers that store data collected by two NASA solar observation satellites are down – and the space agency doesn't know when they'll resume operations – after a four-inch chilled water pipe burst at the facility that houses them.…
- Data on 760K workers from Xerox, Nokia, BofA, Morgan Stanley and more dumped online
Yet another result of the MOVEit mess Hundreds of thousands of employees from major corporations including Xerox, Nokia, Koch, Bank of America, Morgan Stanley and others appear to be the latest victims in a massive data breach linked to last year's attacks on file transfer tool MOVEit.…