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Upgrade your dog's diet from stale kibble to healthy, human-grade chow with these excellent online pet food services. from CNET https://ift.tt/6eoY7l2

Looking for a top portable Bluetooth speaker? We've tested a bunch of them, and these are our current favorites. from CNET https://ift.tt/IDxJuOw

Scott Nover / Fast Company : AI is making Meta's apps basically unusable, as the company adds Meta AI everywhere and viral user-generated AI images proliferate on Facebook and Instagram   —  The intended and unintended generative AI flooding Facebook and Instagram.  —  Meta has flooded its social media platforms with artificial intelligence. from Techmeme https://ift.tt/SXsx4RM

If you're in need of a boost of energy, these essential B vitamins could help you find what you're looking for. from CNET https://ift.tt/u0icDLF

Save money and make your own fizzy drinks with these excellent at-home carbonators. from CNET https://ift.tt/1XdU6xG

Eugen Rochko / Mastodon Blog : Mastodon forms a new US non-profit, to receive tax-deductible US donations and in-kind support, with Twitter co-founder Biz Stone and others on its board   —  As part of our commitment to supporting the growth and operational capabilities of Mastodon, we have established a 501(c)(3) … from Techmeme https://ift.tt/WU2ygzl

All those trendy new AI tools make it easier to distort political narratives. You'll need to be on guard. from CNET https://ift.tt/TKGZzEh

Kate Kelly / New York Times : Congress considers legislation to block DJI drones from running on US communication networks, effectively killing the Chinese company's US commercial business   —  U.S. authorities consider DJI a security threat.  Congress is weighing legislation to ban it, prompting a lobbying campaign from the company … from Techmeme https://ift.tt/6j3o4By

The Rabbit R1 can answer questions, play Spotify and record voice memos. I've mostly been using it as a visual search tool. from CNET https://ift.tt/q1AgSIO

Ivan Mehta / TechCrunch : Threads expands Hidden Words to let users filter out words, phrases, or emoji, and tests the option to mute notifications and ways to select who can quote posts   —  Threads and Instagram head Adam Mosseri announced today that Threads is launching a new feature that lets users filter out words and phrases from their feeds and mentions. from Techmeme https://ift.tt/WgXY742

If you’re looking to upgrade your current TV or add another one to your home, here are some great deals that can help you do so without breaking the bank. from CNET https://ift.tt/S5eQKfg

Aisha Malik / TechCrunch : WhatsApp rolls out passkey support on iOS, removing the need for users to deal with SMS one-time passcodes, six months after introducing the feature on Android   —  WhatsApp is introducing support for passkey verification on iOS, removing the need for users to deal with SMS one-time passcodes. from Techmeme https://ift.tt/4HGM1uS

The new game mode swaps Overwatch's heroes and villains in a fight for Watchpoint Gibraltar. from CNET https://ift.tt/oBfGVlF

No matter what kind of stovetop you have, we'll show you how to keep it clean. from CNET https://ift.tt/vM5AG9w

Emanuel Maiberg / 404 Media : Microsoft took down its WizardLM 2 LLM after it reportedly missed “toxicity testing”, but people already downloaded and re-uploaded it to GitHub, Hugging Face   —  Microsoft deleted its WizardLM 2 LLM because it didn't go through “toxicity testing,” but it's already all over the internet. from Techmeme https://ift.tt/w0gEzDc

For a limited time only, this Anker 8-in-1 Qi2 wireless charger and power strip is back down to its all-time low price of just $70. from CNET https://ift.tt/CAlY9O3

Mary Ann Azevedo / TechCrunch : Pomelo, a “send now, pay later” startup that lets users in the US send money in the form of credit to people in the Philippines, raised a $35M Series A   —  Pomelo, a startup that combines international money transfer with credit, has raised $35 million in a Series A round led … from Techmeme https://ift.tt/lEnTJtR

Get the most out of your workout by adding a creatine supplement to your diet. But not all creatine is the same, we've found the best. from CNET https://ift.tt/qYrL4BV

Our weird and wacky dreams can be open to interpretation, but they might actually mean something. Here are common dream themes explained by sleep experts. from CNET https://ift.tt/FJgV2yU

Improve your heat pump's quality and efficiency by ensuring you install the proper size pump for your home. from CNET https://ift.tt/nfiC6bD

Allergens can be found in spots you don't often think about. Follow these tips to beat seasonal allergies like a pro. from CNET https://ift.tt/sR2SPiV

Lauren Feiner / The Verge : The House passes a TikTok divestiture bill with a longer sale deadline as part of a package of Ukraine/Israel aid bills, pressuring the Senate to vote on TikTok   —  The House once again passed a bill that could ban TikTok from the US unless its Chinese parent company ByteDance divests it … from Techmeme https://ift.tt/qJ0Lc8M

Earth Day is on April 22, so you only have a couple more days to take advantage of these environmentally conscious offers. from CNET https://ift.tt/3AsMpj6

Mike Butcher / TechCrunch : Midas, which lets users in Turkey invest in US and Turkish equities, raised a $45M Series A, after a $11M seed in 2022, and plans crypto trading and more   —  Midas, a fintech startup that allows people in Turkey to invest in U.S. and Turkish equities, says it has raised $45 million in a funding round led by Portage Ventures of Canada. from Techmeme https://ift.tt/ZzJURlH

Daniel Tencer / Music Business Worldwide : Short-form video app Triller is merging with Hong Kong financial services company AGBA; Triller shareholders will own 80% of the combined company valued at $4B   —  Financially troubled social media app and TikTok competitor Triller is merging with a Hong Kong financial services company … from Techmeme https://ift.tt/yZrVXJ8

Protect your hair and skin by installing the best shower head filter in your bathroom. Clear your water of impurities and contaminants and discover a better shower experience. from CNET https://ift.tt/AGomyEU

Emma Roth / The Verge : DARPA reveals that an AI-controlled X-62A jet successfully faced a human pilot in an F-16 during an in-air dogfight test carried out in 2023   —  The US Air Force is putting AI in the pilot's seat.  In an update on Thursday, the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) … from Techmeme https://ift.tt/AwzjJbl

Samsung's The Frame TV is like hanging a painting on your wall, and now the price looks as good as the TV itself. from CNET https://ift.tt/6FJbmnU

Mary Ann Azevedo / TechCrunch : Startup-focused neobank Mercury expands to consumers with Mercury Personal, offering support for multiple users, access to up to $5M in FDIC insurance, and more   —  Business banking startup Mercury, founded in 2017, is now launching a consumer banking product. from Techmeme https://ift.tt/I6hu1BJ

The Electric Reliability Council of Texas has a notification system for energy emergencies in the state. It's coming in handy during the current critical moment. from CNET https://ift.tt/zRUGE4t

If you’re in the market for a new TV, here are some great options that come with some great savings. from CNET https://ift.tt/2tbjywM

Teo Armus / Washington Post : Amazon confirms that HQ2 in Arlington lost 200 jobs in 2023, missing Amazon's goal of adding 2,500 jobs; HQ2 has ~8,000 employees and plans to reach ~25,000   —  The tech giant's deal with Virginia had it adding more than 2,500 new employees at its new Arlington headquarters in 2023. from Techmeme https://ift.tt/Cv1hZrx

Our picks of the best mattresses with optimal support and comfort for heavier bodies, as tested by our mattress experts. from CNET https://ift.tt/aywG83O

Vittoria Elliott / Wired : ISD: fake footage of Iran's attack on Israel went viral on X, including AI-made videos and photos, with many posts from verified accounts and “OSINT experts”   —  Misleading posts including AI-generated videos, photos, and repurposed footage from other conflicts have been viewed millions of times. from Techmeme https://ift.tt/Gl8iISb

We tested the best juicers on the market to find out if the juice is worth the squeeze. Check out our top picks. from CNET https://ift.tt/opENDWJ

Emma Jacobs / Financial Times : LinkedIn: the number of companies with a designated head of AI position or a chief AI officer (CAIO) has almost tripled globally in the past five years   —  As boards grapple with the opportunity and risk of generative artificial intelligence, companies are leaning into a new role: the chief AI officer. from Techmeme https://ift.tt/G6Y4ElK

If you love sports, Fubo is a fun streaming service. But rival streaming platforms offer more channels for the money. from CNET https://ift.tt/wCizJra

Wes Davis / The Verge : Bluesky says it is now allowing heads of state to sign up, and adds features including hashtags in profile bios and the ability to long press a link to share   —  Bluesky is apparently ready for a bigger challenge.  It says it's allowing heads of state to sign up now, a little over two months after it opened for general signups. from Techmeme https://ift.tt/69smhcL

Anthony Ha / TechCrunch : Airchat, Naval Ravikant's social media app built around audio recordings, which the app transcribes, relaunches on iOS and Android; it is currently invite-only   —  Airchat is a new social media app that encourages users to “just talk.”  —  A previous version of Airchat was released last year … from Techmeme https://ift.tt/evgzHf7

New gen AI capabilities this year enhance course insights, improve highlight reels and help bring the mobile experience to Apple Vision Pro. from CNET https://ift.tt/OlNmTfK

If you're a MacOS user, your virtual private network should be as smart as your machine. Here are the VPNs we recommend based on our latest testing. from CNET https://ift.tt/92tZc0U

Mike Scarcella / Reuters : Epic asks a US court to require Google to allow alt app stores in Play Store and limit Google's ability to restrict alt app store preloading on Android phones   —  “Fortnite” video game maker Epic Games has urged a federal judge in California to force Google (GOOGL.O) to open up its Play Store … from Techmeme https://ift.tt/d3r9ofK

Financial Times : Docs: ByteDance has offered to buy shares held by non-US employees for about $171 each, as US employees grow concerned about tax bill on unsold stock   —  TikTok's Chinese owner offers nearly $171 a share as US employees grow concerned about tax bill on unsold stock from Techmeme https://ift.tt/FeNzlBC

Ahead of its Google I/O developer conference, the internet giant announces a bunch of free AI upgrades to its Google Photos. from CNET https://ift.tt/Cg65JM4

Ben Thompson / Stratechery : Q&A with Google Cloud CEO Thomas Kurian on why Google doesn't need to raise trillions to build a supercomputer, why AI offers a reset in competition, and more   —  This week's Stratechery Interview is with Google Cloud CEO Thomas Kurian.  Kurian joined Google to lead the company's cloud division in 2018 … from Techmeme https://ift.tt/POxiV38

These cards could help you support the environment this Earth Day and beyond. from CNET https://ift.tt/ZFiYGTV

Michael Roddan / The Information : Sources: ByteDance misled the Central Bank of Ireland in early 2023, after HSBC shut down the company's bank accounts following a money laundering probe   —  In early 2023, Irish banking regulators contacted ByteDance with a pointed question: Why was the Chinese internet giant and parent company … from Techmeme https://ift.tt/UOuRXkV

Some of Samsung's best tablets are now available at prices that you can't afford to miss. from CNET https://ift.tt/yZJzFOt

Zack Whittaker / TechCrunch : Researchers found an exposed Azure server with credentials used by Microsoft staff to access internal systems; Microsoft was told Feb. 6 and secured it March 5   —  Microsoft has resolved a security lapse that exposed internal company files and credentials to the open internet. from Techmeme https://ift.tt/uf5NGJ6

Smart lights are a great way to get started in the world of smart home setups, and now you can do it while saving a bundle as well. from CNET https://ift.tt/rOkCHPX

The space agency isn't letting today's solar eclipse go to waste. from CNET https://ift.tt/807lmCG

Haleluya Hadero / Associated Press : A look at the Amazon Labor Union, two years after its victory at an NYC facility, as the group is divided, running out of funds, and faces a leadership election   —  Two years after clenching a historic victory at a warehouse in New York City, the first labor union for Amazon workers … from Techmeme https://ift.tt/erZs5Ld

Here are the best accessories to get the most out of your Cricut. from CNET https://ift.tt/5KNkOl0

Buying and selling pre-loved clothes is easier with resale apps like Poshmark. from CNET https://ift.tt/DbaT9Lk

Anthony Boadle / Reuters : Elon Musk says X is “lifting all restrictions” it imposed in Brazil after a court ruling to block “certain popular accounts” and is defying the court's ruling   —  Elon Musk is challenging a decision by a Supreme Court justice in Brazil who ordered his social media platform X … from Techmeme https://ift.tt/s0q4Cr6

All the best S22 cases to protect your phone, ranging from slim and thin to thick and rugged. from CNET https://ift.tt/lvn8ebL

Madhumita Murgia / Financial Times : A profile of former Tinder CEO Renate Nyborg and her new startup Meeno, which provides an AI-powered chatbot for relationship advice on iOS and has raised $4.9M   —  Ex-Tinder CEO Renate Nyborg thinks advanced AI can help  —  By the time Renate Nyborg quit her job in 2022 she had become accustomed … from Techmeme https://ift.tt/oPBWywk

Not all internet is the same. Here's what separates each internet connection type, why it matters and how to tell what kind of connection you have. from CNET https://ift.tt/APvlgQz

Danny Nelson / CoinDesk : Email: Galaxy Digital's venture arm, which has long invested its own money, is raising a $100M fund with outside capital, focused on early-stage crypto startups   —  Galaxy's prolific venture wing plans to start accepting - and investing - outside capital.  —  Galaxy Digital's venture team … from Techmeme https://ift.tt/jQMU9ld