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TikTok refugees making their way over to the Meta platform should know about this update. https://www.cnet.com/news/social-media/as-tiktok-ban-looms-instagram-reels-introduces-a-new-way-to-interact-with-friends/#ftag=CADf328eec

You don't need an Amazon Prime membership to score some seriously great discounts. https://www.cnet.com/deals/slash-your-amazon-bills-by-up-to-70-with-this-easy-shopping-trick/#ftag=CADf328eec

TikTok will almost certainly disappear on Sunday, which means you'll lose access to your videos. We'll show you how to download them to your phone. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/2-days-left-download-your-tiktok-videos-before-the-jan-19-ban/#ftag=CADf328eec

These picks are anything but boring. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/best-tv-shows-hulu-2025/#ftag=CADf328eec

Amazon knocks up 40% off Sony noise-cancelling over-ear headphones

https://www.laptopmag.com/deals/headphones/noise-cancelling-headphones/our-favorite-sony-noise-cancelling-headphones-are-up-to-40-percent-off-now-3-deals-id-add-to-my-cart

The seven-year wait is finally over. Nintendo has officially revealed its next console, the Switch 2. Now that the reveal has actually happened, after months of speculation

As the world turns, so do the console generations. The Nintendo Switch is over seven years old, so it’s due for a refresh. Nintendo Switch 2 rumors have been swirling for years, but now we have some signs of life. The company

Greta Gerwig's follow-up to Barbie, an adaptation of one of C.S Lewis' Chronicles of Narnia books, will be exclusively viewable in theaters for four weeks before it hits Netflix on Christmas, according to a new report from Puck

We published this work at SIGGRAPH ASIA 2024.

Based on Mitsuba 3 and Dr. JIT we provide our software Dr. TVAM to optimize patterns for TVAM. TVAM allows to print centi-meter scale objects within seconds.

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Article URL: https://arxiv.org/abs/2501.09286

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Article URL: https://blogsystem5.substack.com/p/netbsd-graphics-wo-x11

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Hi! I've been working on the flipjump project, a programming language with 1 opcode: flip (invert) a bit, then jump (unconditionally). So a bit-flip followed by more bit-flips. It's effectively a bunch of NOT gates. This language, as poor as it sounds, is RICH.

Today I completed my compiler from C to FlipJump. It takes C files, and compiles them into flipjump. I finished testing it all today, and it works! My key interest in this project is to stretch what we know of computing and to prove

Article URL: https://lcamtuf.substack.com/p/investigating-an-evil-rj45-dongle

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Illegal rent hikes by landlords during the crisis are prompting public outrage. Here's what to know. https://www.cnet.com/personal-finance/dont-fall-victim-to-rental-price-gouging-housing-resources-for-la-wildfire-evacuees/#ftag=CADf328eec

Developers and public beta testers can download and use the update now. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/ios-18-3-public-beta-3-reels-in-ai-notification-summaries/#ftag=CADf328eec

We all want to keep our eyes healthy and our vision crisp. Some of your daily habits might be secretly sabotaging your efforts. https://www.cnet.com/health/personal-care/watch-out-for-these-6-sneaky-habits-that-might-be-hurting-your-vision/#ftag=CADf328eec

The Supreme Court upheld the ban on TikTok in the US, so here's what you should know about its sister app, Lemon8. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/what-you-need-to-know-about-lemon8-and-how-its-different-from-tiktok/#ftag=CADf328eec

The SAVE payment pause prevented some PSLF borrowers from getting debt relief. This buyback option could help. https://www.cnet.com/personal-finance/loans/new-buyback-program-could-help-you-get-student-loan-forgiveness-sooner-heres-who-qualifies/#ftag=CADf328eec

Mini PC maker Minisforum reveals its N5 Pro NAS device, powered by a Ryzen AI HX 370 CPU and with a staggering 154TB of storage.

https://www.techradar.com/pro/what-kind-of-mini-pc-is-that-minisforums-nas-packs-a-ryzen-ai-hx-370-up-to-96gb-ram-and-a-staggering-154tb-storage

Everything we know about the AMD Radeon RX 9070 XT in one place.

https://www.techradar.com/computing/gpu/amd-radeon-rx-9070-xt-news-rumors-and-everything-we-know

Multiple groups are using the same infection chain to deliver different infostealers, including 0bj3ctivityStealer and VIP Keylogger.

https://www.techradar.com/pro/security/hackers-hide-malware-into-website-images-to-go-unnoticed

As Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2 continues its success by crossing 6 million players, Games Workshop wants another big 40K game.

https://www.windowscentral.com/gaming/as-space-marine-2-crosses-6-million-players-games-workshop-is-looking-for-the-next-big-warhammer-40-000-game

A new report claims PCs have overtaken consoles in-game content spending, rising 65% from 2011 to 2024 to $30B, whereas consoles only saw an $18B increase.

https://www.windowscentral.com/gaming/pc-overtaken-consoles-for-game-content-spend

A shipping manifest reveals the core counts for AMD's upcoming Threadripper 9000 (Shimada Peak) processors, which the Zen 5 architecture will power.

https://www.tomshardware.com/pc-components/cpus/amd-preps-32-core-and-64-core-threadripper-9000-cpus-shimada-peak-resurfaces-once-again

Streamline your content creation with Elgato's Stream Deck+, now only $169 from Amazon.

https://www.tomshardware.com/peripherals/elgatos-stream-deck-is-now-usd169-at-amazon-save-usd30-on-this-content-creation-peripheral

Japanese PC accessory Ainex offers a copper AM5 plate guard to prevent you from messing up your PC build with too much thermal paste.

https://www.tomshardware.com/pc-components/cpus/am5-copper-guard-stops-you-from-making-a-mess-on-your-ryzen-cpu-also-improves-heat-dissipation

GlobalFoundries is investing around $575 million to construct an advanced packaging and silicon photonics facility at its Malta, New York site.

https://www.tomshardware.com/tech-industry/globalfoundries-to-expand-new-york-fab-announces-new-usd575-million-advanced-packaging-and-photonics-facility

Industry analysts have slashed their 2025 GB200 NVL72 shipment projections by 50%, but the industry expects an explosion of AI hardware shipments.

https://www.tomshardware.com/tech-industry/artificial-intelligence/analysts-halve-nvidia-gb200-blackwell-shipment-forecasts-for-2025-prediction-contrasts-ai-boom

Early listings for the RTX 5090 and RTX 5080 suggest their prices might be higher than initially expected.

https://www.tomshardware.com/pc-components/gpus/custom-rtx-5090-rtx-5080-listed-for-up-to-usd2-800-and-usd1-400-overseas-initial-pricing-exceeds-msrp

Microsoft 365 personal plans get a $3 price hike with the addition of Copilot.

https://www.tomshardware.com/software/microsoft-office/microsoft-365-sees-43-percent-price-hike-thanks-to-copilot-existing-customers-safe-until-renewal

The Nintendo Switch 2 is finally official, and while we still don't know when anyone will be able to own the new console

UK EV startup Charge Cars has been acquired by a group of private investors. The company will continue development of the ‘67, which is an all-electric replica of the iconic 1967 Ford Mustang.

CEO Paul Abercrombie said in a statement that the acquisition will allow “final development at our new global HQ” in the UK and that the company will be “rapidly delivering this exciting luxury vehicle to consumers.” He also n

Amazon expanded its ereader lineup a few months back with the Kindle Colorsoft, its first model with a color display. However, at $280, it was certainly on the pricier end — especially compared with similar devices from competitors. That equation has changed a bit, at least for Amazon Prime members. They're currently able to

Samsung’s first big launch of 2025 is right around the corner. Galaxy Unpacked is confirmed for January 22 at 1PM ET in San Jose, CA, where Samsung’s “Next Big Thing” (to borrow a 14-year-ol

With CES behind us and Samsung's Unpacked ahead, the Engadget crew had a quick chance this week to catch its collective breath. But we still kept one eye on the deals machine to see what tech sales are worth your d

Article URL: https://github.com/westoncb/nonlinear-optics-sandbox

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Article URL: https://blog.cryptographyengineering.com/2025/01/17/lets-talk-about-ai-and-end-to-end-encryption/

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Article URL: https://blog.skyvern.com/skyvern-2-0-state-of-the-art-web-navigation-with-85-8-on-webvoyager-eval/

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Article URL: https://apnews.com/article/drug-prices-medicare-biden-trump-aae2271614f5959b484e5f081313f2e1

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Article URL: https://www.clereviewofbooks.com/writing/kevin-killian-selling-the-collective

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Article URL: https://blog.sourcedive.net/brood-war-korean-translations/

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Article URL: https://nij.ojp.gov/topics/articles/undocumented-immigrant-offending-rate-lower-us-born-citizen-rate

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Yoga is an effective way to relax your body enough to fall asleep at night. These are the top poses to try tonight. https://www.cnet.com/health/sleep/9-simple-yoga-poses-for-better-sleep/#ftag=CADf328eec

If you're getting weird AI summaries for your notifications, here's how to disable the iOS 18 feature. https://www.cnet.com/tech/mobile/iphones-ai-notification-summaries-made-apple-intelligence-look-absurd-now-apple-might-kill-the-feature/#ftag=CADf328eec

Here are the strongest Marvel Rivals heroes based on season 0 data and early impressions in the new season. https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/the-best-heroes-to-play-in-marvel-rivals/#ftag=CADf328eec

The high court rules in favor of the government. What's next for TikTok? Will it really "go dark" on Sunday? https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/tiktok-ban-upheld-by-supreme-court-not-swayed-by-first-amendment-claims/#ftag=CADf328eec

The law will go into effect Sunday, so here's what could happen. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/downloads-trump-and-vpns-everything-to-know-before-the-tiktok-ban/#ftag=CADf328eec

The historical epic stars Paul Mescal, Denzel Washington and Pedro Pascal. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/gladiator-2-will-stream-on-paramount-plus-next-week-here-are-the-details/#ftag=CADf328eec

If you get an unrecognized package with a QR code inside, never scan it. Do this instead. https://www.cnet.com/personal-finance/got-a-package-on-your-doorstep-that-you-didnt-order-it-could-be-a-scam/#ftag=CADf328eec

Apple's seemingly dotting the 'I's and crossing the 'T's before the official launch of the next-gen Powerbeats Pros

https://www.techradar.com/audio/headphones/beats-powerbeats-pro-2-earbuds-have-appeared-in-an-official-database-so-prepare-for-launch

Whether it's Apple Intelligence or any other AI tool on the market, consumers are starting to realize that the days of stable software launches may be a thing of the past.

https://www.techradar.com/computing/artificial-intelligence/apple-intelligences-notification-summary-controversy-is-a-reminder-that-ai-will-improve-with-time-and-im-not-giving-up-on-it

A recently discovered WordPress plugin flaw allows threat actors to access sensitive information, run unauthorized actions, and more.

https://www.techradar.com/pro/security/over-a-million-wordpress-sites-exposed-to-attack-from-w3-total-cache-plugin-flaw

Unsurprisingly, spokespeople for Clop’s corporate victims are being coy about the extent of the intrusions into their servers, or refusing to admit any at all.

https://www.techradar.com/pro/security/59-organizations-reportedly-victim-to-breaches-caused-by-cleo-software-bug

Xiaomi is rumored to be working on a new phone with a 7,500mAh battery, which would be the largest battery ever fitted to a conventional smartphone, and I hope Apple, Samsung, and Google are paying attention.

https://www.techradar.com/phones/xiaomi-phones/xiaomi-tipped-to-set-impressive-new-phone-battery-benchmark-in-2025-and-i-hope-apple-and-samsung-are-ta

Buying a next-gen Nvidia GPU could be a real lottery. Yes, it's the rumor we all didn't want to hear...

https://www.techradar.com/computing/gpu/nvidia-rtx-5080-gpu-could-sell-out-fast-and-im-worried-things-might-be-even-worse-for-the-flagship-rtx-5090

Severance season 2's premiere seems to have an uncredited cameo from Keanu Reeves – but does he actually appear in the show?

https://www.techradar.com/streaming/apple-tv-plus/severance-season-2-episode-1-appears-to-be-hiding-a-keanu-reeves-cameo-in-plain-sight-but-is-it-really-him

Copilot is coming to Microsoft 365 Personal and Family subscribers worldwide.

https://www.techradar.com/pro/copilot-is-now-coming-to-all-microsoft-365-users-but-youll-pay-a-little-more-for-the-privilege

The Apple Mac mini (M4) is undoubtedly one of the best mini PCs available, but recent issues with its USB-C ports have left users frustrated.

https://www.techradar.com/computing/macs/apples-m4-mac-mini-might-be-one-of-the-best-macs-ever-but-it-has-a-serious-issue-that-needs-fixing-right-now

Being so last-gen has its advantages as prices start to tumble on RTX 40-powered laptops after the 50 series' announcement.

https://www.laptopmag.com/laptops/gaming-laptops-pcs/b-and-h-is-having-a-huge-clearance-sale-save-up-to-usd800-on-these-3-rtx-40-series-gaming-laptops

This week, a teaser video showed off the Switch 2, but what's on the inside is the interesting question.

https://www.laptopmag.com/gaming/nintendo/nintendo-switch-2-performance-rumors-chips

The Switch 2 has officially made its debut, and we're so excited. Even so, we're still on the edge of our seat waiting to know these three things.

https://www.laptopmag.com/gaming/nintendo-switch-2-biggest-questions-rumors

Amazon takes $50 off its Kindle Colorsoft e-readers.

https://www.laptopmag.com/deals/tablets/amazons-new-kindle-colorsoft-e-reader-drops-usd50-in-price-for-the-first-time

Poncle had a bumper year for content in 2024 with Vampire Survivors updates and DLC, but they've even more ambitious plans for 2025.

https://www.windowscentral.com/gaming/vampire-survivors-will-be-rolling-out-cross-save-across-all-platforms-and-tease-ambitious-plans-for-2025

Microsoft finally patched the security threat (CVE-2024-7344), allowing bad actors to gain unauthorized access to Windows 11 by bypassing Secure Boot for over 7 months.

https://www.windowscentral.com/software-apps/windows-11/microsoft-blocks-critical-secure-boot-loophole-after-over-7-months

Corinne Busche leaves BioWare and EA after an 18-year career in development on titles that included Sim 3, Sims 4, Tiger Woods, and more. Rumors also circulate that BioWare Edmonton could be in trouble as well.

https://www.windowscentral.com/gaming/dragon-age-the-veilguard-director-leaving-bioware

Maker BBoHK has created a Raspberry Pi CM5-powered handheld that looks like a Nintendo Switch but is capable of emulating retro games.

https://www.tomshardware.com/raspberry-pi/this-raspberry-pi-handheld-emulator-looks-like-a-nintendo-switch-but-it-can-play-many-more-games

The RTX 5090 has surfaced in Geekbench, showcasing a 27% uplift in synthetic scores versus the RTX 4090.

https://www.tomshardware.com/pc-components/gpus/rtx-5090-exhibits-27-percent-higher-cuda-performance-than-rtx-4090-exceeds-500k-points-in-geekbench

A once-revered perk of some tech workplaces, the status of ‘side project time’ seems to have slipped in recent years. Frederick O’Brien believes it deserves a comeback. https://smashingmagazine.com/2025/01/ode-to-side-project-time/

The Qi2 wireless charging spec was originally announced back in early 2023. However, Android phone makers haven’t exactly been rushing to add Qi2 support to their latest devices since then. That’s made finding a compatible handset rather difficult, which is a bummer for anyone who has seen the wealth of accessories and power banks that iPhone own

The Supreme Court has sided with the Biden Administration on a law that could ban TikTok in the coming days. In a unanimous ruling, the court upheld the law, writing in an unsigned opinion that "TikTok’s scale and susceptibility to foreign adversary cont

If you've been waiting for a deal on Apple’s

As part of an ongoing investigation into X, the European Commission has requested documents from the company related to how its

Apple’s excellent 15-inch

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I built this educational game to help people identify and understand dark patterns in digital products. It features 10 interactive scenarios based on real-world examples.

The game includes:

• Interactive pattern recognition scenarios • Explanations of psychological principles • Simulated real-world examples with guided feedback

Built with Next.js, TypeScript, and Tailwind.

I'd especially appreciate feedback on the educational approach and scenario design.

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Article URL: https://www.cnbc.com/2025/01/17/supreme-court-rules-to-uphold-tiktok-ban.html

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https://www.cnbc.com/2025/01/17/supreme-court-rules-to-uphold-tiktok-ban.html

Article URL: https://docs.mermaidchart.com/blog/posts/gui-for-editing-mermaid-class-diagrams

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Article URL: https://aeon.co/essays/the-french-modernists-loathed-and-loved-the-mass-media-of-their-day

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