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World Cup Partners Neglect Strong DMARC Domain Protection
SocialApr 16, 2026

World Cup Partners Neglect Strong DMARC Domain Protection

Some World Cup partners are not actively protecting their domain name with the strongest DMARC policy. https://t.co/Q4k3WpQ9hb

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Metro 2039 Revives Series' Bleak Post‑Apocalyptic Atmosphere
SocialApr 16, 2026

Metro 2039 Revives Series' Bleak Post‑Apocalyptic Atmosphere

Metro’s particular style of post-apocalyptic bleakness and misery is back with Metro 2039, and I’ve already reinstalled Metro Exodus to get in the mood. https://t.co/CbYJVKrEPU

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IPVanish Launches Refer‑a‑friend Rewards and Discounts
SocialApr 16, 2026

IPVanish Launches Refer‑a‑friend Rewards and Discounts

IPVanish has officially launched its first-ever refer-a-friend program. Current users can earn Amazon or Home Depot gift cards, while new subscribers score a sweet 10% discount on their plan. https://t.co/4r1qUBklAH

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DJI Plans Two New Entry‑Level Drones Amid Existing Lineup
SocialApr 16, 2026

DJI Plans Two New Entry‑Level Drones Amid Existing Lineup

DJI seems poised to launch two new entry-level camera drones — a move that seems a little strange given it already offers several cheap, affordable and highly capable models. https://t.co/GNdYIuBAOp

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Russia Caps Bandwidth, Forcing VPN Filters or Price Hikes
SocialApr 16, 2026

Russia Caps Bandwidth, Forcing VPN Filters or Price Hikes

Russia’s fight against digital privacy escalates as internet providers agree to freeze the expansion of cross-border channels into Europe. By capping international bandwidth, authorities aim to force telecom operators to either filter VPN traffic or hike prices, making it harder...

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Mii Interactions Took Six Years to Perfect, Says Lead Programmer
SocialApr 16, 2026

Mii Interactions Took Six Years to Perfect, Says Lead Programmer

Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream lead programmer Takaomi Ueno has said one of the most challenging aspects of development was Mii interactions and that it took around "six or seven years" to get right. https://t.co/Wx0vgq0II5

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Amazon Cuts Top Gadget Prices to as Low as $14.99
SocialApr 16, 2026

Amazon Cuts Top Gadget Prices to as Low as $14.99

Amazon is slashing prices on its best-selling tech gadgets, including Fire tablets, Ring Doorbells, Blink cameras, Fire Sticks, and more, starting at just $14.99. https://t.co/CcxY57oXOI

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ChatGPT Transforms Kids' Doodles Into Photorealistic Animals
SocialApr 15, 2026

ChatGPT Transforms Kids' Doodles Into Photorealistic Animals

ChatGPT can make a child’s rough animal drawings into photorealistic creatures without altering them. https://t.co/I4WjQOc696

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Beware: Fake iCloud Emails Exploit Urgency to Harvest Data
SocialApr 15, 2026

Beware: Fake iCloud Emails Exploit Urgency to Harvest Data

Fraudulent iCloud emails use urgency and imitation tactics to trick users into revealing sensitive information through malicious links and deceptive interfaces. https://t.co/jXuLGQLiXZ

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Microsoft’s AI Push Fuels Methane Deals, Spiking Emissions
SocialApr 15, 2026

Microsoft’s AI Push Fuels Methane Deals, Spiking Emissions

Microsoft’s AI expansion is driving large-scale methane gas deals, increasing emissions, and raising concerns about energy costs, health risks, and climate commitments https://t.co/xmlzfMAlQd

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Desert Solar Farms Could Trigger Rainfall, Supply Water
SocialApr 15, 2026

Desert Solar Farms Could Trigger Rainfall, Supply Water

Model research suggests large solar farms in deserts may generate rainfall through heat-driven updrafts, potentially providing water for arid regions. https://t.co/02xRhLzALC

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Flip 7 FE: Stylish Yet Overpriced for Its Performance
SocialApr 15, 2026

Flip 7 FE: Stylish Yet Overpriced for Its Performance

The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7 FE looks the part, but it struggles to justify its price tag in several key areas. https://t.co/dX5UWurn1D

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Apple Execs Hint at Upcoming Spatial Computing Glasses
SocialApr 15, 2026

Apple Execs Hint at Upcoming Spatial Computing Glasses

Two of Apple's biggest execs have talked about the future of spatial computing in a new interview —and it sounds like there's something in those smart glasses rumors. https://t.co/9TDRSphbI3

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Asus TUF F16 Gaming Laptop Now Cheaper on Amazon
SocialApr 15, 2026

Asus TUF F16 Gaming Laptop Now Cheaper on Amazon

The Asus TUF F16 Gaming Laptop is a very appealing budget gaming laptop and it just got even cheaper thanks to this Amazon deal. https://t.co/5zB6MHJfp4

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Apple TV's New Comedy Surprises with Genuine Humor
SocialApr 15, 2026

Apple TV's New Comedy Surprises with Genuine Humor

Margo's Got Money Troubles is Apple TV's newest comedy, and it might surprise you how good it is. https://t.co/SqJPhYuc9a

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Hackers Bought Failing WP Plugin Firm, Infected All Products
SocialApr 15, 2026

Hackers Bought Failing WP Plugin Firm, Infected All Products

A malicious actor found a struggling WordPress plugin company, bought it, and introduced malware to each product. https://t.co/IYQ5itMM0s

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Amazon Slashes Pixel 10 Prices to Record Lows
SocialApr 15, 2026

Amazon Slashes Pixel 10 Prices to Record Lows

Amazon's current discounts on the Pixel 10 series return the devices to the previous record-lows from Black Friday. https://t.co/J3wMXUkO5v

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Cable Crime Dramas Still Worth Watching, Even With Streaming
SocialApr 15, 2026

Cable Crime Dramas Still Worth Watching, Even With Streaming

Don't dismiss these gripping crime dramas on cable TV just because we're in the streaming service era — especially when there's an easy way to combine the two. https://t.co/uFjowQtwfw

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NordVPN macOS Update Causes Lag, Hotfix Incoming
SocialApr 15, 2026

NordVPN macOS Update Causes Lag, Hotfix Incoming

NordVPN's recent macOS app update hasn't gone down well, with users complaining of crippling lag and dropped connections. Fortunately, the provider has confirmed a hotfix is imminent. https://t.co/6WrA4IZ91I

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KitchenAid's New Espresso Machines Revolutionize Iced Coffee
SocialApr 15, 2026

KitchenAid's New Espresso Machines Revolutionize Iced Coffee

KitchenAid has unveiled three new espresso machines, and they could be a game changer for fans of iced coffee. https://t.co/GbBzRPa9us

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PC Shipments up 4% as Firms Stockpile Before Price Hikes
SocialApr 15, 2026

PC Shipments up 4% as Firms Stockpile Before Price Hikes

PC shipments rose 4%, but companies are probably just stockpiling ahead of even more projected price hikes. https://t.co/r9w45F9iTb

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Old Kindles Losing Store Access and File Support
SocialApr 15, 2026

Old Kindles Losing Store Access and File Support

Not only will old Kindles soon lose access to Amazon's ebook store, it will also become harder to send files to them. https://t.co/txYy8Hnji0

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Three Episodes Left: Watch Monarch Season 2 Premiere
SocialApr 15, 2026

Three Episodes Left: Watch Monarch Season 2 Premiere

Three episodes remain of Monarch: Legacy of Monsters season 2 — here's when you can watch the first of that trio. https://t.co/YQ8Jgpd85P

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Amazon Rebrands Fire TV as Ember, Debuts Artline Rival
SocialApr 15, 2026

Amazon Rebrands Fire TV as Ember, Debuts Artline Rival

Amazon's Fire TVs are being re-named to Ember TVs, and we saw the new Samsung Frame rival Amazon Ember Artline in action https://t.co/4eUlSocJBR

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SoundPeats Air6 HS Refine AirPods 4’s Tip‑less Design
SocialApr 15, 2026

SoundPeats Air6 HS Refine AirPods 4’s Tip‑less Design

The new SoundPeats Air6 HS take the tip-less build of the AirPods 4 and make some improvements. https://t.co/3BnPRHVW6x

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Score a Ultra‑cheap MacBook Air M5 at Best Buy
SocialApr 15, 2026

Score a Ultra‑cheap MacBook Air M5 at Best Buy

Here's how to get your hands on a very, very cheap new MacBook Air M5 model at Best Buy. https://t.co/uRNsPrLIEi

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Amazon Revamps Fire TV UI, Launches Slimmer HD Stick
SocialApr 15, 2026

Amazon Revamps Fire TV UI, Launches Slimmer HD Stick

Amazon is refreshing its Fire TV interface for 2026 with new organisation and new streaming channels. Plus, it's bringing out a new, slimmer Fire TV HD Stick. https://t.co/HyZVm7w9gh

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Google Play Services May Drain Samsung Galaxy Watch Batteries
SocialApr 15, 2026

Google Play Services May Drain Samsung Galaxy Watch Batteries

There's a problem with certain Samsung Galaxy Watch models and battery life, and Google Play Services could be to blame. https://t.co/99QR2F2Blq

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Big Mood S2 Brings Bridgerton‑Level Female Friendship Energy
SocialApr 15, 2026

Big Mood S2 Brings Bridgerton‑Level Female Friendship Energy

Big Mood season 2 arrives back on the small screen this week — and Nicola Coughlan agrees on have Bridgerton-style energy for this chaotic female friendship. https://t.co/LchY4ZKxLr

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Clair Obscur Transforms Legendary Game Into Living Art
SocialApr 14, 2026

Clair Obscur Transforms Legendary Game Into Living Art

I went to Clair Obscur: A Painted Symphony, and it brought one of the greatest games ever made to life. https://t.co/hXMH0QKxJr

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DLSS 4.5 Pushes RTX 5070 to 270
SocialApr 14, 2026

DLSS 4.5 Pushes RTX 5070 to 270

DLSS 4.5 made my RTX 5070 hit 270fps in Cyberpunk at 4K – but is this free update too good to be true? https://t.co/wZ4mTHLfna

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AI Accelerates Production, Forcing Creators to Upgrade Equipment
SocialApr 14, 2026

AI Accelerates Production, Forcing Creators to Upgrade Equipment

AI is speeding up production cycles and increasing pressure on creators to acquire better cameras, microphones, and stabilization gear. https://t.co/XiHSegCMOk

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Director Reveals How Exit 8’s Epic Shot Was Captured
SocialApr 14, 2026

Director Reveals How Exit 8’s Epic Shot Was Captured

Exit 8 has one big, impressive moment, and director Genki Kawamura has explained how he managed to film it. https://t.co/fIWwP26Ty7

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Seven Must‑Grab Laptop Deals in Best Buy’s Upgrade Sale
SocialApr 14, 2026

Seven Must‑Grab Laptop Deals in Best Buy’s Upgrade Sale

The Best Buy Ultimate Upgrade sale features some excellent laptop deals this week, so I've picked out seven of the top offers that I'd recommend buying. https://t.co/uylmBgRqpQ

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Dyson PencilWash: Easy Cleaning, but Pricey
SocialApr 14, 2026

Dyson PencilWash: Easy Cleaning, but Pricey

The Dyson PencilWash couldn't be easier to use, and makes light work of wet and dry dirt, but only if your wallet can stand it. https://t.co/MaZStYcSVW

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Lightweight Cordless Vacuums Defy the Weight Trend
SocialApr 14, 2026

Lightweight Cordless Vacuums Defy the Weight Trend

Modern cordless vacuums are getting ever heavier, but these models buck the trend by keeping things light without sacrificing cleaning power. https://t.co/MhT9BQXXg0

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Roborock Upgrades Beloved Model with Smart New Features
SocialApr 14, 2026

Roborock Upgrades Beloved Model with Smart New Features

Roborock has taken all the things that were great about this model's predecessor and sprinkled some nifty extra features on top. https://t.co/ogsXnmd7qA

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Zoom CEO Predicts AI Will Grant Workers More Free Time
SocialApr 14, 2026

Zoom CEO Predicts AI Will Grant Workers More Free Time

Zoom CEO envisions AI becoming so powerful that workers might be able to earn themselves some time off work. https://t.co/bmR0k9IY2d

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Artemis II’s 400GB Card Now Available to Earth Photographers
SocialApr 14, 2026

Artemis II’s 400GB Card Now Available to Earth Photographers

The same 400GB memory card used to store Artemis II Moon photos is now available to photographers on Earth. https://t.co/V9Jl07YEvb

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Tesla's Spring Update Introduces Self-Driving App, Raises Questions
SocialApr 14, 2026

Tesla's Spring Update Introduces Self-Driving App, Raises Questions

Tesla's big Spring software update has landed — and its new Self-Driving app leaves a lot of questions unanswered. https://t.co/bwZ2x5yTlc

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OpenAI Credits Microsoft, Seeks New Partnerships
SocialApr 14, 2026

OpenAI Credits Microsoft, Seeks New Partnerships

Microsoft was "foundational" to OpenAI's success, but the ChatGPT maker is exploring new partnerships. https://t.co/jLgwCoUClp

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Deborah's Comeback Hype Meets Hacks S5E2 Wait
SocialApr 14, 2026

Deborah's Comeback Hype Meets Hacks S5E2 Wait

Deborah started planning her comeback, selling out Madison Square Garden. But when does Hacks season 5 episode 2 drop on HBO Max? https://t.co/HpxDCAqaWF

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Microsoft Moves to Dismiss ChatGPT Plus Price Lawsuit
SocialApr 13, 2026

Microsoft Moves to Dismiss ChatGPT Plus Price Lawsuit

Microsoft seeks to throw out lawsuit from ChatGPT Plus subscribers alleging its agreement with OpenAI led to inflated prices. https://t.co/emPYAsAhCp

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Director Genki Kawamura Explains Passion for Ad
SocialApr 13, 2026

Director Genki Kawamura Explains Passion for Ad

Exit 8's director Genki Kawamura compared Exit 8's story as he explained why he was so interested in adapting the game. https://t.co/fCBdeIc7f4

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Tech-Enhanced Visits Boost Lemur Interaction and Engagement
SocialApr 13, 2026

Tech-Enhanced Visits Boost Lemur Interaction and Engagement

Zoo study shows shared human-animal technology experiences increase lemur interaction and improve visitor engagement with wildlife. https://t.co/2qmKNlsmra

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Crimson Desert Improves With Playtime, Showcasing Pearl Abyss' Brilliance
SocialApr 13, 2026

Crimson Desert Improves With Playtime, Showcasing Pearl Abyss' Brilliance

Crimson Desert just continues to get better as my playtime increases, and it's a sign of Pearl Abyss' brilliant work. https://t.co/yPrLx21VE6

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Claude Code Plugin Secretly Harvests Extensive Telemetry
SocialApr 13, 2026

Claude Code Plugin Secretly Harvests Extensive Telemetry

Developer finds Claude Code plugin collecting extensive telemetry across projects, including commands and session data, without clear visibility. https://t.co/JSLmY6pIF7

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High‑Earners Prioritize AI‑Driven Accuracy Over Speed
SocialApr 13, 2026

High‑Earners Prioritize AI‑Driven Accuracy Over Speed

High-earning professionals increasingly use AI tools for validation and error prevention rather than speed, reflecting a shift toward accuracy-focused workflows. https://t.co/ZGZDQTH4pR

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Solar-Powered Satellites Enable Space‑Based AI Compute
SocialApr 13, 2026

Solar-Powered Satellites Enable Space‑Based AI Compute

Orbital outlines its vision for space-based AI infrastructure, using solar-powered satellites to overcome energy and cooling limits and scale compute beyond Earth’s grid. https://t.co/v0QjYh9BQC

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