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McDonald's tried to use Generative AI for a Christmas ad, and the results were...unsettling. The ad was so poorly received it was pulled, proving that sometimes human creativity is still the best ingredient for connecting with customers.

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#AI #Marketing #McDonalds
The backlash against this AI-generated McDonald's Christmas ad was so furious it not only forced the video offline, but also a statement defending it
I don't know either, but I doubt very much they learned not to do it again.
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February 7, 2026 at 9:00 PM
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Firefox just got a major upgrade. Version 146 introduces a new Windows backup tool and enhanced privacy features to block tracking. If you've been looking for a reason to switch browsers, this might be it.

www.pcworld.com/article/3006...

#Firefox #Privacy #TechNews #Browser
Firefox 146 adds Windows backup, improved privacy, and security fixes
The newest version of Firefox makes it easier to migrate from Windows 10 to Windows 11, among other improvements and fixes.
www.pcworld.com
February 6, 2026 at 9:01 PM
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Google Translate is getting better at speaking your language! A new update uses AI to better understand and translate slang terms and idioms. (Buyer beware, though - AI spellcheck got worse before it got better!)

www.engadget.com/apps/google-...

#Google #AI #TravelTech #Language
Google Translate is now better at translating slang terms and idioms using AI
Google has also introduced a new speech-to-speech translation feature for headphones.
www.engadget.com
February 6, 2026 at 12:05 AM
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Robotaxis are expanding! Waymo has officially added four new cities to its roster, bringing autonomous rides to more streets. As the service grows, the sci-fi dream of a driverless commute is becoming a daily reality for thousands.

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#Waymo #AutonomousVehicles
Waymo Adds 4 New Cities to Its Roster. Everything to Know About the Robotaxi Service
Here's everywhere the self-driving company operates and where it's headed soon.
www.cnet.com
February 5, 2026 at 12:50 AM
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Don't click that update! A new wave of ""ClickFix"" attacks is using fake Windows Update screens to trick users into downloading malware. If your browser freezes and asks for an update, close it immediately.

www.helpnetsecurity.com/2025/11/30/w...

#CyberSecurity #Malware #Windows #TechAlert
February 2, 2026 at 11:01 PM
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Kindle's new "Colorsoft" e-reader is here, and reviews say it has a ""very particular set of skills."" If you read comics or magazines, color e-ink is a game changer.

www.engadget.com/mobile/table...

#Kindle #Ereader #TechReview #Reading
Kindle Scribe Colorsoft review: A very particular set of skills, for a price
Amazon's latest writing tablet will likely appeal to a very specific audience.
www.engadget.com
February 2, 2026 at 12:47 AM
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The hardware boom continues. Foxconn reported strong Q3 profits driven by demand for AI servers. As tech giants build infrastructure, the supply chain is seeing massive growth.

www.techbuzz.ai/articles/fox...

#TechBusiness #SupplyChain #AI #Hardware
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January 30, 2026 at 8:02 PM
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Can you recover from ransomware instantly? NeuShield and RB Cyber Assurance are teaming up to redefine recovery economics. Their integration promises near real-time restoration.

www.msspalert.com/news/neushie...

#RansomwareRecovery #InsurTech #MSP #CyberResilience
NeuShield and RB Cyber Assurance Redefine Ransomware Recovery Economics for MSPs and SMBs
NeuShield and RB Cyber Assurance are uniting instant recovery and cyber insurance so MSPs and SMBs can bounce back faster, with less downtime and lower financial risk.
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January 29, 2026 at 9:01 PM
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Subnautica's publisher announced a pivot to AI, offering resignation to staff who don't fit the vision. A controversial move that has the industry talking.

www.engadget.com/ai/subnautic...

#GamingIndustry #AI #GameDev #TechTrends
Subnautica publisher transforms into 'AI first' company and introduces voluntary resignation policy
Krafton, the company that publishes Subnautica and PUBG, is transforming into an AI first company. To that end, it's trying to entice employees to quit.
www.engadget.com
January 28, 2026 at 6:15 PM
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What's coming in iOS next? Rumors suggest a major Siri visual redesign and AI-powered web search are on the roadmap for 2026. Here is a sneak peek at what Apple is planning.

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#Apple #iOS27 #TechRumors #MobileFuture
iOS 27 will have three major new AI features, per report - 9to5Mac
Apple is hard at work preparing iOS 27 for release next year, and a new report highlights three major new AI features coming in the update.
9to5mac.com
January 27, 2026 at 8:41 PM
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Are you afraid to touch buttons in Excel because you're worried you'll break stuff?
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January 26, 2026 at 7:02 PM
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A stellar discovery! NASA's TESS spacecraft tripled the known stars in the Pleiades cluster. This data helps astronomers understand star formation. A reminder of how much is left to explore.

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#NASA #Astronomy #SpaceDiscovery #ScienceNews
NASA, SpaceX Launch US-European Satellite to Monitor Earth’s Oceans - NASA
The Sentinel-6B satellite lifted off aboard a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket from Launch Complex 4 East at Vandenberg Space Force Base in central California at 9:21
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January 24, 2026 at 7:15 PM
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Did Gmail really leak 183 million passwords? Google says it's a misunderstanding of "infostealer databases." Get the facts on what happened and why you should still change your password.

www.pcgamer.com/software/sec...

#Google #CyberSecurity #FactCheck #Gmail
Google claims the 'security breach impacting millions of users' is simply 'inaccurate reports stemming from a misunderstanding'
There are still emails publicly stated to be at risk that weren't previously.
www.pcgamer.com
January 23, 2026 at 5:30 PM
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Still on Windows 10? Migrate, if you can - if you can't, then be sure to get on extended security updates.

www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/securit...

#Windows11 #CyberSecurity #ITManagement #TechTips
Turn your Windows 11 migration into a security opportunity
Windows 11 migration is inevitable as Windows 10 support ends, and unsupported systems create major security and ransomware risks. Acronis explains how to use this migration to review backups,…
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January 22, 2026 at 8:34 PM
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Need a refresher on Outlook? Maybe you're considering switching?
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#Outlook
How to Use Outlook: For Beginners - Elixis Technology
Outlook is one of many email apps, and one of slightly fewer free email apps. Email, defined as the electronic transmission of messages across a computer network by Wikipedia, is different from DMs…
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January 21, 2026 at 9:30 PM
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A coalition including Steve Wozniak signed a statement demanding a halt on AI that could surpass human intellect.

www.engadget.com/ai/steve-woz...

#AIEthics #FutureTech #Superintelligence #TechDebate
Steve Wozniak, Prince Harry and 800 others want a ban on AI ‘superintelligence’
More than 800 public figures signed a statement demanding a ban on AI work that could lead to superintelligence
www.engadget.com
January 20, 2026 at 8:15 PM
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Arctic Wolf is fighting AI with AI after it acquired UpSight to build AI-based ransomware protection directly into its platform. See how they plan to stop attacks before data exfiltration begins.

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#CyberSecurity #AI #RansomwareProtection #TechNews
Arctic Wolf Builds AI-Based Ransomware Protection with UpSight Deal
Arctic Wolf will integrate UpSight's AI-driven defenses into its Aurora Endpoint Security platform.
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January 19, 2026 at 5:45 PM
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One huge threat to AI is it's electricity draw. A new report highlights power consumption as the "real bottleneck." How will tech giants solve this growing energy crisis?

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#GreenTech #AI #EnergyCrisis #Sustainability
The real bottleneck in the AI race
How will we produce enough electricity to meet the demand for AI?
news.sky.com
January 19, 2026 at 12:20 AM
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iOS brought back a controversial feature…and it works. Apple reintroduced AI-powered notification summaries. Early reports say accuracy is way up. Have you noticed a difference?

9to5mac.com/2025/10/27/i...

#iOS26 #AppleIntelligence #iPhone #TechUpdate
iOS 26 brought back a controversial AI feature, here’s what’s new - 9to5Mac
Notification summaries are now available once again in iOS 26 for News and Entertainment apps, here’s what’s new.
9to5mac.com
January 17, 2026 at 9:15 PM
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Looking for baby's first intro to Word? Or maybe just wondering what those extra bits at the top are?
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#Word
Basics of Word - Elixis Technology
A word processor is an application that allows you to type, edit, and format words. Word processors were once a tool of their own, but now they exist everywhere as a program on something else. Your…
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January 16, 2026 at 8:02 PM
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Ransomware gangs are getting desperate. With payments hitting lows in Q3, groups are shifting to aggressive double-extortion. Here is what enterprises need to know to stay safe.

www.helpnetsecurity.com/2025/10/27/r...

#CyberCrime #Ransomware #BusinessSecurity #ThreatIntel
Ransomware, extortion groups adapt as payment rates reach historic lows - Help Net Security
In Q3 2025, only 23 percent of victims paid a ransom, and for data theft incidents without encryption, the payment rate dropped to just 19%.
www.helpnetsecurity.com
January 15, 2026 at 9:00 PM
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Look ma, no steering wheel! Amazon's Zoox robotaxis launched in San Francisco without pedals or wheels. It's a major autonomous milestone, but are city streets ready?

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#AutonomousVehicles #Zoox #Amazon #FutureTech
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January 14, 2026 at 5:15 PM
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Are passwords still vital? Despite passkeys, a new report argues traditional password controls remain critical. Learn why ""length and memorability"" now beat complexity for user security.

www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/securit...

#CyberSecurity #PasswordSecurity #InfoSec #IdentityManagement
Why password controls still matter in cybersecurity
Passwords still matter — and weak policies leave the door wide open. Specops Software explains how longer passphrases, smarter banned-password lists, and adaptive rotation strategies can strengthen…
www.bleepingcomputer.com
January 13, 2026 at 9:43 PM
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What is "Agentic AI"? Unlike chatbots, these agents autonomously perform tasks for you. Discover why this tech is the next big leap in workplace automation for 2025.

mashable.com/article/agen...

#AgenticAI #Automation #TechExplainer #FutureOfWork
Agentic AI: What is it and why are people talking about it?
It's AI that's agentic, obviously, but there is a little more to it.
mashable.com
January 12, 2026 at 10:00 PM
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Is the AI bubble about to burst? Alphabet's CEO admits "no company is immune" if the hype crashes. It's a sobering reality check for the tech industry as valuations soar.

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#TechNews #AI #Economy #BusinessStrategy
Google’s Sundar Pichai warns of “irrationality” in trillion-dollar AI investment boom
Sundar Pichai says no company is immune if AI bubble bursts, echoing dotcom fears.
arstechnica.com
January 11, 2026 at 9:15 PM