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TechnologyMar 29

McDonald's Tests Humanoid Robots in Shanghai Pilot Program

McDonald's conducted a short pilot program using humanoid robots from Keenon Robotics at a Shanghai location to greet customers and deliver food.

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TechnologyApr 17

Man receives probation for hacking government accounts, posting private information

A man who operated an Instagram account called @ihackedthegovernment received probation after admitting to using stolen login credentials.

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TechnologyApr 16

Microsoft Plans New Surface Devices and Xbox Leadership Changes

Microsoft is developing new Surface Pro and Laptop models with OLED displays while new Xbox chief Asha Sharma works to revitalize the gaming division.

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TechnologyMar 4

Accenture to Acquire Ookla, Owner of Speedtest and Downdetector, for $1.2 Billion

Consulting firm Accenture announced it will purchase Ookla, which operates popular internet testing platforms Speedtest and Downdetector, in a $1.2 billion deal.

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TechnologyMar 4

Intel Board Chair Frank Yeary to Step Down After 17-Year Tenure

Intel Corporation's board chairman Frank Yeary is departing the company after serving 17 years in board leadership roles.

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TechnologyApr 14

Microsoft Ends Production of Surface Hub 3, Cancels Surface Hub 4 Plans

Microsoft is reportedly discontinuing its Surface Hub collaborative display line after nearly a decade.

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TechnologyApr 14

GoPro Announces 8K Mission 1 Camera Series; DJI Osmo Pocket 4 Images Leak

GoPro unveiled cinema-focused Mission 1 cameras with 8K video and interchangeable lenses, while leaked images suggest DJI is preparing to release the Osmo Pocket 4.

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TechnologyMay 5

WIRED Podcast Features Content Creator and Job Seeker's Algorithm Experiences

WIRED's Big Interview podcast highlighted online creator Amelia Dimoldenberg and a medical student's investigation into AI hiring practices.

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TechnologyApr 13

NZXT Agrees to $3.45 Million Settlement Over Flex PC Rental Program

Computer hardware company NZXT will pay $3.45 million to settle class-action lawsuit over its Flex PC rental service.

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TechnologyApr 13

Microsoft Tests Virtual Mouse Feature for Xbox Handhelds

Microsoft is testing a new Gamepad Cursor feature that allows users to control a virtual mouse using the left stick on Windows-based gaming handhelds.

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TechnologyMay 24

San Francisco Nonprofit Uses Robotic Technology for Meal Preparation in Tenderloin

A nonprofit organization in San Francisco's Tenderloin district has implemented robotic meal preparation technology to address volunteer shortages.

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TechnologyApr 10

Information Control Efforts Show Mixed Results Amid Regional Conflicts

Governments are implementing various digital censorship measures with varying degrees of success, while drone security concerns prompt calls for improved oversight systems.

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TechnologyApr 9

Russia Develops Domestic Messaging Platform Modeled After Chinese Apps

Russia is developing a homegrown messaging service called Max, using China's WeChat and Douyin as models for features and functionality.

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TechnologyApr 8

Avalanche Energy Develops Nuclear Battery Technology for DARPA Project

Avalanche Energy is working on a DARPA-funded project to create materials that convert radiation into electricity for nuclear battery applications.

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TechnologyMay 22

Philips Unveils Dual-Screen Monitor; Microsoft Updates Office Copilot Interface

Philips announced a business monitor with screens on both sides, while Microsoft will allow users to disable floating Copilot buttons in Office applications.

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