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The Verge

Jennifer Pattison Tuohy

Matter is now racing ahead, but the platforms are holding it back

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The latest Matter spec brings a number of improvements to the smart home standard founded by Apple, Google, Amazon, and Samsung. Released this week by the Connectivity Standards Alliance, Matter 1.3 brings support for more appliances, including ovens and cooktops, adds energy and water management, and introduces new features for Matter’s universal casting protocol that could be a competitor to AirPlay and Google Cast.

This is all great progress,...

The Verge

Chris Welch

Goodbye to Apple’s Smart Keyboard Folio, the best iPad Pro accessory

Farewell to a real one. | Photo by Chris Welch / The Verge

It’s versatile, doesn’t weigh much, and no one else makes anything quite like it for the iPad Pro. Hopefully it’s not gone for good.

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The Verge

Andrew J. Hawkins

Tesla is being investigated for securities and wire fraud for self-driving claims

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The Department of Justice is looking into whether Tesla committed securities and wire fraud around its self-driving vehicle claims, Reuters reports today, citing three sources familiar with the matter.

The investigation, which was first reported in October 2022 but has been going on since at least late 2021, involves federal prosecutors in Washington and San Francisco who are examining whether Tesla executives...

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Emma Roth

FTX says most customers will get all their money back

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FTX says most customers affected by the cryptocurrency exchange’s collapse will get all their money back. Bankruptcy lawyers for the fallen firm say they’ve collected assets valued at up to $16.3 billion — more than they will need to repay the company’s estimated $11 billion debt.

John Ray III, the chief restructuring officer of FTX, says the company is “pleased to be in a position to propose a chapter 11 plan that contemplates the return of 100% of...

BuzzFeed - Latest

"It's Going To Look Really Dated": People Are Sharing The Terrible Home Design Trends That Are Found In Many Newer Homes

"My next house will either be laid out by me or made in the '70s or '80s — back when they designed homes to be lived in."

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BuzzFeed - Latest

Khloé Kardashian Just Got Seriously Real About How “Detached” She Felt From Her Son, Tatum, During Her Surrogate’s Pregnancy

Khloé has opened up about how Tristan Thompson’s paternity scandal impacted her ability to bond with her unborn child, and said that she spent her surrogate’s pregnancy “in denial” that it was happening.

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Fast Company

Steven Melendez

Not quite sure what to ask Microsoft’s AI? Soon, it will offer suggestions

As a new Microsoft survey finds AI use continues to ramp up, Copilot will soon offer more suggestions of ways to use it.

A new survey released Wednesday by Microsoft and LinkedIn finds 75% of knowledge workers report using artificial intelligence for work—with nearly half of them having started using the software within the last six months.

Fast Company

Kathleen Davis

How can I say no at work without feeling guilty?

We are taught to follow directions, and saying no at work—especially to your boss—can feel fraught.

Welcome to Pressing Questions, Fast Company’s mini-advice column. Every week, deputy editor Kathleen Davis, host of The New Way We Work podcast, will answer the biggest and most pressing workplace questions.

Fast Company

Michael Grothaus

Cream cheese recall 2024: Salmonella fears hit 11 products at two major grocery chains

The potentially contaminated products were sold at Schnuck Markets and Hy-Vee stores in numerous Midwestern states. Here’s what to know:

Those who have purchased certain brands of cream cheese are being urged to check their refrigerators after two major grocery store chains in the Midwest recalled select products due to Salmonella contamination fears. Here’s what you need to know.

Fast Company

Reuters

Intel and Qualcomm’s export licenses yanked, in a bid to thwart China’s Huawei

The Commerce Department has been under pressure from Congress to place export controls on Chinese companies.

The U.S. has revoked licenses that allowed companies including Intel and Qualcomm to ship chips used for laptops and handsets to sanctioned Chinese telecoms equipment maker Huawei Technologies, three people familiar with the matter said.

Wired Top Stories

Jaina Grey

Delonghi Specialista Arte Evo Espresso Machine With Cold Brew Review: A Little Weird

The cold-brew feature is a letdown, but this De'Longhi makes great espresso—if you help it out a little.

Wired Top Stories

Amanda Hoover

Burnout Is Pushing Workers to Use AI—Even if Their Boss Doesn’t Know

People are using AI at work whether their bosses want them to or not, new data shows. But it’s desperation, not innovation, driving the change.

Wired Top Stories

Kyle Orland, Ars Technica

It's Possible to Hack 'Tetris' From Inside the Game Itself

Video game hackers have figured out how to manipulate Tetris from its high-score listing screen.

SBNation.com

Joe Viray

How the Timberwolves’ defense is devouring the Nuggets in 2024 NBA Playoffs

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The Timberwolves have ground Denver’s previously unstoppable offense to a standstill in the NBA playoffs with a few key strategies.

Put yourself in the shoes of a 6’4 ball handler who can ignite like a flame and burn nearly any defensive coverage at will. What would be your worst nightmare — the absolute worst-case scenario you could face?

The ideal antidote to everything in your scoring repertoire would be length. Imagine a 6’9 lanky...

SBNation.com

Mark Schofield

Abbi Pulling reflects on an ‘unforgettable’ weekend at Miami Grand Prix

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The F1 Academy driver was dominant, and nearly ‘perfect’ in Miami

The most dominant driver in Miami this past weekend at the Miami Grand Prix?

None other than Abbi Pulling.

Alpine’s F1 Academy driver qualified in pole position for both F1 Academy races in Miami, and won both in dominant fashion, finishing over five seconds ahead of Dorine Pin in the first race, and nearly four seconds clear of Bianca Bustamante in...

The Verge

Tom Warren

Microsoft is ‘turning everyone into a prompt engineer’ with new Copilot AI features

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Microsoft is attempting to solve the problem of coming up with a good prompt for generative AI, aiming to turn everyone into a prompt engineer. In the coming months Copilot for Microsoft 365, the paid service that adds an AI assistant to Office apps, will be updated with a new auto-complete feature that offers suggestions to improve AI prompts.

If you start creating a prompt then Copilot will soon offer to complete it with extra details to improve the end result of whatever...

Mashable

NYT's The Mini crossword answers for May 8

The Mini is a bite-sized version of The New York Times' revered daily crossword. While the crossword is a lengthier experience that requires both knowledge and patience to complete, The Mini is an entirely different vibe.

With only a handful of clues to answer, the daily puzzle doubles as a speed-running test for many who play it.

So, when a tricky clue disrupts a player's flow, it can be frustrating! If you find yourself stumped playing The Mini — much like with Wordle and Connections —...

BuzzFeed - Latest

If You Have Wide Feet, Check Out These 20 Comfy And Affordable Pairs Of Shoes

Your toes have been waiting for freedom long enough.

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26 Things To Buy Now That You're Actually An Adult

These products are unsung heroes. You are welcome.

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