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Why Did CrowdStrike Update Only Hit Windows? Blame the EU, Microsoft Says
Asked why Microsoft allows third-party kernel drivers while Apple does not, a spokesperson points to a 2009 agreement between the European Commission and Microsoft.
Rivian CEO: Don't Hold Your Breath for Apple CarPlay Support
In a recent interview, RJ Scaringe says the EV company's choice to keep its core technology in-house follows Apple's philosophy—but some drivers aren't happy about it.
Heading to the Paris Olympics? Don't Fall for These Scams
More than ever, the Olympic Games are a 'high-stakes cyberthreat target,' according to a report from Fortinet that highlights the most popular scams attendees should watch out for.
Telegram Zero-Day for Android Let Attackers Hide Files in Fake Videos
The 'EvilVideo' Telegram exploit was fixed, but it's still possible to receive malicious APK files via the app thanks to its default settings.
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Elon Musk's xAI Powers Up 100K Nvidia GPUs to Train Grok
Musk touts the Memphis facility as the 'most powerful AI training cluster in the world,' but some locals are concerned about the its energy and water usage.
Nvidia Is Making New Version of Blackwell AI Chip for China
A Chinese version of Nvidia's latest AI chip is in the works, Reuters reports.
Curiosity Rover Discovers Sulfur Crystals in Martian Rock
The discovery marks the first time pure sulfur has been found on the Red Planet.
Biden Announces Withdrawal From 2024 Presidential Race on Social Media
President Biden uses his X and Instagram accounts to announce he will not seek re-election and endorse VP Harris. It comes after X owner Elon Musk endorsed Donald Trump.
Samsung Ditches Its Messaging App in Favor of Google Messages in US
You won't find Samsung Messages preinstalled on any new Galaxy devices.
CrowdStrike Launches Online Hub to Assist With IT Outage Fallout
The company is also warning against bad actors trying to take advantage of the situation.
Which Is the Best Microsoft Surface? How to Choose the Right One for You
With names like Surface Pro, Go, Laptop, Laptop Go, Laptop Studio, and Studio, Microsoft's Surface family of PCs, tablets, and desktops isn't easy to decipher. We've tested them all to help you figure out which one to get.
Nigeria Imposes $220 Million Fine on Meta for Data Privacy Violations
Nigeria isn't the only country that's fined the company lately.
Microsoft Says 8.5 Million Devices Were Impacted by CrowdStrike's Faulty Update
That 8.5 million number represents 1% of Windows devices worldwide.
X Explores Link Blocking in Tweet Replies
The move may cut down on spam but could also help the spread of misinformation.
FTC Challenges Xbox Game Pass Price Hike As 'Product Degradation'
The move is inconsistent with promises Microsoft made about the Activision merger, the FTC says.
Starlink Quietly Adds Two-Factor Authentication to Stop Account Hijackings
However, the 'two step verification' will only pop-up if someone tries to change the email address or phone number registered to an account.
Can Your PC Run Black Myth: Wukong?
Prep your gaming rig for a journey to the west with these minimum and recommended specs.
What to Stream This Weekend
If it's too hot to be active, you can live vicariously through Ralph Macchio, Natalie Portman, or Simone Biles.
