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Aug 28 2024CRIME

The Enigmatic Billionaire: Pavel Durov and the Telegram Saga

Pavel Durov, the elusive billionaire behind the popular messaging app, Telegram, has found himself in a whirlwind of controversy. Recently detained in France, Durov's arrest has sparked a global debate on privacy, freedom of communication, and the role of tech companies in combating crime. Despite

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Aug 28 2024SCIENCE

HP Secures Up to $50 Million in CHIPS Act Funding: A Leap Towards Technological Advancement

In a groundbreaking move, HP has secured preliminary terms with the Department of Commerce to receive up to $50 million in funding from the CHIPS and Science Act. This funding will support the expansion and modernization of HP's Oregon-based plant, a 'lab-to-fab' facility that combines research and

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Aug 28 2024TECHNOLOGY

The Decline of US Printed Circuit Board Manufacturing: A National Security Crisis

The US is facing a critical shortage of printed circuit board manufacturers, with only four remaining in Massachusetts, according to Gene Weiner, founder of Weiner International Associates. This decline not only affects the state, but also the nation's technological dominance and national security

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Aug 28 2024TECHNOLOGY

Revving Up Surveillance: DHS Eyes In-Motion Face Recognition at the Border - A Privacy Pandora's Box?

The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has set its sights on an ambitious new project: deploying facial recognition scans on drivers and passengers as they approach the southern border. As detailed in a DHS document obtained by The Intercept, the initiative aims to capture the facial likenesses

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Aug 28 2024TECHNOLOGY

The High Cost of School Technology: A Financial Burden on US Parents

As the back-to-school season approaches, a new survey reveals that more than half of US parents are struggling to afford the technology their children need for school. The survey, conducted by mobile device recommerce company EcoATM Gazelle, found that 55% of parents have gone into credit card debt

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Aug 28 2024TECHNOLOGY

Tech Giants Losing Favor with Big Investors: A Warning for the Bull Market?

The once-revered 'Magnificent Seven' tech stocks might be losing their luster among big-time investors, potentially foreshadowing trouble for the bull market that has heavily depended on these tech titans. According to Goldman Sachs' examination of recent quarter-end securities filings, both hedge

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Aug 28 2024TECHNOLOGY

Brace Your Tech for Impact: A Storm-Ready Survival Guide

When hurricanes and other natural calamities threaten, safeguarding your technology becomes a top priority. Drawing from rigorous testing, research, and comparison shopping, ZDNET's expert recommendations provide a roadmap to disaster-proofing your tech arsenal. Leveraging diverse sources such as v

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Aug 28 2024TECHNOLOGY

Wakanda's 800-Year Technological Leap Leaves Reed Richards in the Dust

In a shocking revelation, Wakanda's technological prowess has been estimated to be 800 years ahead of the rest of the world, leaving even Marvel's top genius, Reed Richards, in the dust. X-Force struggles to infiltrate the highly advanced nation, leading to a blow to Richards' reputation as the Mar

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Aug 28 2024HEALTH

Revolutionary Device Uncovers Microplastics in Your Daily Brew: A UBC Innovation

Researchers from the University of British Columbia have developed a portable and cost-effective device that can detect microplastics as small as one hundredth the width of a human hair in various liquids, including beverages. The device utilizes a wireless digital microscope, green LED light, and

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Aug 28 2024POLITICS

The A. I. Puppeteer: Unveiling the Technology Driving Big Brother's Shocking New Ploy

In a recent episode of the popular reality show Big Brother, viewers witnessed the debut of the A.I. Instigator, a groundbreaking holographic figure navigated by the producers to stir up drama within the house. This innovation comes from Proto, a tech firm that has changed the entertainment and com

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