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The U.S. Senate found that the Department of Commerce isn't effective in enforcing Washington's bans and sanctions due to lack of funding.
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Google's major search algorithm updates this past year have left many smaller websites with no other choice than to lay off staff. The internet is worse for it. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/google-search-changes-are-killing-websites-in-an-age-of-ai-spam/#ftag=CADf328eec
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Some key mortgage rates increased. Here's what experts say is next for the housing market this year. https://www.cnet.com/personal-finance/mortgage-rates-go-up-after-last-weeks-fed-cut-todays-mortgage-interest-rates-dec-23-2024/#ftag=CADf328eec
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Several benchmark refinance rates were higher this week, but refinancing could be still make sense for other reasons. https://www.cnet.com/personal-finance/mortgage-refinance-rates-move-higher-mortgage-refinance-rates-on-dec-23-2024/#ftag=CADf328eec
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An end of the year surprise to one of 2024's most interesting gadgets hints at where smart glasses are heading between here and Orion. Meta's Andrew Bosworth shares thoughts with CNET on what's next. https://www.cnet.com/tech/computing/metas-ray-bans-new-live-ai-and-translation-hands-on-signs-of-ar-glasses-to-come/#ftag=CADf328eec
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These items are needed for any trip -- no matter the destination. https://www.cnet.com/how-to/optimize-your-travels-by-never-forgetting-to-pack-these-12-essentials/#ftag=CADf328eec
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If you have an Apple Intelligence enabled iPhone, you can create images in just a few easy steps. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/ios-18-2-how-to-make-custom-illustrations-with-image-playground/#ftag=CADf328eec
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Apple Intelligence is still technically in beta. If you'd rather avoid it for now, here's how to turn it off. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/unplug-from-apple-intelligence-a-step-by-step-guide-for-the-73-who-dont-buy-into-ai-hype/#ftag=CADf328eec
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Creative workers are excited to be more… creative as AI and automation promises to cut down administrative work.
https://www.techradar.com/pro/many-creatives-are-actually-optimistic-about-the-effects-of-ai
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If it's wrong to appreciate a smart lamp this much, I don't want to be right.
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Open source software is worth $7.7 billion annually, and many companies are keen to invest in the industry.
https://www.techradar.com/pro/open-source-software-is-now-a-multi-billion-dollar-industry
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Garmin just added new features and fixes to the Fenix 8 and Enduro 3 in its latest beta.
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You'll get unlimited access to Sora this holiday season if you're a ChatGPT Plus subscriber.
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Assassin's Creed Shadows director says Naoe is 'the fastest Assassin we ever made'.
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Two new reports out of South Korea give us some more unconfirmed information about these phones.
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Nintendo will only have one competitor in the next console generation, per market research firm.
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Nuclear workers were also targeted with brand new malware.
https://www.techradar.com/pro/security/north-korean-lazarus-hackers-are-targeting-nuclear-workers
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Delivery system for McDonalds in India had a worrying bug, but luckily, threat actors didn't find it.
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Could health tracking be the killer app for AirPods Pro 3?
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Google CEO Eric Schmidt says we should pull the plug on self-improving AI because it will be difficult to maintain balance.
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I love my Xbox, but like everything else, it ain't perfect. What if Santa could bring you something special for Xbox this year?
https://www.windowscentral.com/gaming/xbox/xbox-here-are-5-things-i-want-from-you-for-christmas
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I’ve been writing these roundups for seven years running and in that time integrated graphics have gotten a lot more powerful. Just look at the Steam Deck and its many imitators: it’s the most popular gaming PC on the market by far, and it’s running off a laptop chip from several years ago. The upshot is you’ve got more choices than ever for games on a low-power PC.
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The days of walling off the outside world to protect your network are quickly going the way of the Dodo. Thanks to the extraordinary growth of remote workforces, the adoption of cloud-based networking, and new cyber threats, the old network security model just no longer works.
In this time of ultimate shareability and interconnectedness, threats can come fr
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The shipping deadlines have passed and time has (almost) run out for us procrastinators to get gifts for our friends and family. But fear not: it’s never been easier to send a gift to someone, including an e-gift card to a store or for a service you know they use. If you’re looking for more creative digital gift ideas, we’ve got you covered. But for those hard-to-shop-fo
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Article URL: https://arxiv.org/abs/2412.16145
Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=42493312
Points: 11
# Comments: 5
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If you're feeling anxiety around the holidays and into the new year, you're not alone. If this anxiety causes you chest pain, here's what you can do about it. https://www.cnet.com/health/mental/could-chest-pain-linked-anxiety-symptoms-solutions/#ftag=CADf328eec
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Some key mortgage rates increased. Here's what experts say is next for the housing market this year. https://www.cnet.com/personal-finance/mortgages/mortgage-rates-go-up-for-homeseekers-mortgage-interest-rates-today-for-dec-23-2024/#ftag=CADf328eec
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Several benchmark refinance rates were higher this week, but refinancing could be still make sense for other reasons. https://www.cnet.com/personal-finance/mortgages/mortgage-refinance-rates-move-higher-mortgage-refinance-rates-on-dec-23-2024/#ftag=CADf328eec
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You can find savings rates over 4%, but time is running out. https://www.cnet.com/personal-finance/banking/high-yield-savings-rates-may-be-falling-but-experts-are-still-sticking-to-this-account-todays-savings-rates-dec-23-2024/#ftag=CADf328eec
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Article URL: https://www.fastmail.com/blog/ten-years-of-jmap/
Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=42491172
Points: 10
# Comments: 0
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Article URL: https://webextension.net/collections
Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=42492753
Points: 20
# Comments: 2
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If you’re not using AI color palette generators yet, you’re missing out on a design revolution. Creating stunning color combinations has never been easier, and these tools can completely transform your design process. https://webdesignernews.com/top-25-ai-color-palette-generators-for-designers/
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Layout space is precious, and designers always try to find ways to show enough information without overwhelming the user. Carousel is a popular interaction pattern that is used to showcase multiple pieces of content in a limited space. https://webdesignernews.com/carousel-design-best-practices/
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