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ChatGPT caricature trend raises fresh ID fraud fears
Daon warns viral ChatGPT caricature craze is handing fraudsters a richer dossier of personal data to fuel scams and social engineering.

GeForce Now game streaming comes to Amazon Fire TV devices
Nvidia isn’t getting a lot of sympathy from PC gamers these days, but I begrudgingly admit that GeForce Now is still pretty great. The game streaming service leans on your existing library from Steam and other PC storefronts instead of making you buy games separately or rely on a licensed...

Spooky 'grim reaper' image shows up on medical scan of car crash victim
The person was actually unharmed, but the New Zealand Medical Journal has highlighted the case an an example of pareidolia.

The dangers of living by your 'love language'
An American pastor's theory that we each have a preferred way of giving and receiving love lacks scientific backing.

This 4-in-1 charger powers your devices while driving. Now 35% off!
If you’re always charging things while you’re on the road, this Lisen 4-in-1 car charger with two retractable cables will make your life so much easier. It’s amazing on road trips! (Don’t ask me how I know.) And now that it’s on sale for just $16 on Amazon—that’s a lovely...

Logitech’s comfy MX Vertical mouse is $50 off
Logitech’s MX series of mice are a perennial power user favorite. The MX Master is the go-to, and very comfy. But if you prefer a vertical mouse, or you struggle with RSI or similar ailments, the MX Vertical is the one you want. Normally a hefty $120, today Amazon is...

The CEO of Capgemini has a warning. You might be thinking about AI all wrong

Analysis-For stock market, AI turns from lifting all boats to sinking ships

Vape stores within stores allowing retailers to get around flavour restrictions
A new study has found these vape shops which could be within places like dairies or service stations are far more common in low socio-economic areas.

Endeavour unveils TurboCell to stabilise AI power demand
Endeavour launches TurboCell, a modular hybrid power system to smooth volatile AI data centre loads and bridge long grid connection delays.

Microsoft Store, now with zero clutter
If you think there’s too much unnecessary clutter in the regular version of the Microsoft Store app, there’s now a new way to manage your Microsoft Store apps on your Windows PC. According to a Windows Developer blog post, Microsoft is introducing a command-line interface for the Microsoft Store for...

LNG plan sparks showdown in parliament
The Government's LNG plan has triggered an explosive row over the difference between a tax and a levy, but the major question is whether it will keep the lights on

Unanet unveils Champ AI copilot for architecture ERP
Unanet launches Champ AI copilot inside its architecture ERP, letting AEC firms query data in plain language and automate core workflows.

TikTok tracks your every move, even if you don’t have the TikTok app
If you’re an avid TikTok user, you probably already know that the app collects a lot of data about you. However, an analysis by the BBC has now revealed something more alarming: even if you don’t have a TikTok account, the app can track your every move. There’s a sophisticated advertising...

Save $500! Samsung’s 49-inch 1440p OLED ultrawide is cheaper than ever
Getting an ultrawide monitor is definitely a dream for many of us, but we have to admit that they can be quite expensive. So, when you spot them on deep discount—as I have today—you should take advantage and score the deal while you can. Right now, Amazon is selling Samsung’s...

Big Tech's data center push has sent electricity bills higher. Lawmakers want to slow them down.

'Nakedly political': No rivals considered for Judith Collins' new job
Judith Collins was the only person considered for the role of Law Commission president - with no recruitment process, no selection panel and no rival candidates.