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Artificial Intelligence

5 SEO Truths That Cut Through the AI Hype

Foundational SEO principles remain more effective than chasing AI-specific trends, as traditional strategies continue to drive meaningful results and long-term…

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Artificial Intelligence

Chinese Hacking Contractor Exposed in Major Data Leak

A major data breach at Chinese cybersecurity firm KnownSec exposed hacking tools and sensitive data stolen from over 80 global…

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Business

DHS Held Chicago Police Records for Months, Violating Spy Rules

The Department of Homeland Security improperly retained Chicago Police Department records for seven months, violating intelligence oversight rules and raising…

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Business

From $214K Cybersecurity Job to a Jail Cell: How It Happens

Cybersecurity experts face ethical dilemmas when negotiating ransomware payments, as they mediate between victims and criminals while enabling illegal profits.…

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Health

DNA Pioneer James Watson, Co-Discoverer of Double Helix, Dies

James Watson, co-discoverer of DNA's double-helix structure, has died at age 97, leaving behind a legacy as a brilliant yet…

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Business

The U.S. Lags Behind in the Global Solar Boom

A large solar energy project in Nevada is facing delays due to federal land management decisions, reflecting broader political opposition…

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Artificial Intelligence

Lawmakers: ICE’s Forced Face Scans Violate Constitution

Recent social media footage reveals ICE and CBP officers using facial recognition technology on American streets to verify citizenship, including…

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BigTech Companies

‘Luxury Surveillance’ Is Outpacing Privacy Laws

Meta's smart glasses represent a significant advancement in discreet, always-on recording technology that current privacy laws struggle to address due…

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BigTech Companies

Facebook Removes ICE-Tracking Page After U.S. Government Request

Meta removed a Facebook page tracking ICE activities in Chicago after a DOJ request, citing policy violations against coordinated harm,…

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BigTech Companies

Halo Voice Actor Teases Major Announcement

Steve Downes, the voice of Master Chief, has teased a major Halo announcement, coinciding with Microsoft's plans for a significant…

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Artificial Intelligence

Vandals Target AI Necklace Ads That Record Your Conversations

A wave of vandalism on AI necklace ads in New York City subways reflects public concerns over privacy and AI's…

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AI & Tech

Widespread Outages Hit Microsoft and Verizon Users

Widespread service disruptions hit users of Microsoft and Verizon on Thursday. A major microsoft azure outage led to a microsoft…

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BigTech Companies

Uber’s New Prepaid Passes Save You Money on Daily Routes

Uber is launching prepaid ride passes that offer 5-20% discounts for frequent travelers who purchase bundles of 5 to 20…

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Newswire

From Online Warrior to Congress: Her Fight Against the Far Right

Kat Abughazaleh is learning that engaging voters in person demands different skills than online activism, using creative tactics like offering…

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Artificial Intelligence

GEO Tracking: Current Capabilities and Future Gaps

Large language models are changing digital marketing by reducing data transparency and shifting the focus from traditional search rankings to…

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Newswire

Hasan Piker Rules Out Political Run Forever

Hasan Piker, a prominent left-leaning political commentator and Twitch streamer, has definitively ruled out running for political office. Despite his…

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AI & Tech

Google’s Self-Cannibalization: A Threat to Us All?

Google has integrated AI Overviews and AI Mode into its search, fundamentally changing user behavior and impacting publishers' revenue streams.…

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AI & Tech

Smarter Notetaking: Putting Copilot to Work in OneNote

Microsoft Copilot enhances OneNote with AI-powered features like generating flashcards, visualizing data, and simplifying research, making note-taking more efficient for…

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Automotive

Tesla Offers Full-Weekend EV Test Drives at Electrify Expo

Electrify Expo and Tesla have launched "Electrify Weekender," a weekend test drive program allowing attendees to take Tesla vehicles home…

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Artificial Intelligence

Buildots Secures $45M to Revolutionize Construction Tracking

Buildots, a Chicago-based startup, uses AI and 360-degree cameras on hard hats to provide real-time insights into construction progress, helping…

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