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SpaceX Rocket Malfunctions and Podcast Celebrations #1770

SpaceX is investigating a malfunction in the Falcon 9 rocket’s upper stage after a Crew-9 mission launch. The rocket’s second-stage engine failed to deorbit correctly, causing it to land outside the planned disposal zone. This marks the third Falcon 9…

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WordPress.org Blocks WPEngine in battle of the Titans #1769

WordPress.org escalated its conflict with WPEngine by blocking its servers from accessing vital resources, including plugin updates. Following a dispute over WPEngine’s refusal to pay trademark fees, this move could put user sites at risk by preventing essential updates. WordPress…

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Unveiling the $230 Million Crypto Heist #1768

Two suspects, Malone Lam and Jeandiel Serrano, were arrested for their roles in a $230 million cryptocurrency heist, laundering the funds using exchanges and mixers. They accessed victims’ accounts through impersonation tactics and laundered the stolen funds to finance a…

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The Dark Side of Social Media Surveillance: An FTC Report #1767

A sweeping new study from the FTC has exposed the vast surveillance practices of major social media and streaming platforms. From tracking user data to sharing it without proper safeguards, the findings are troubling – and what’s worse, children and…

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iPhone 16 and AirPods 4 Unveiled at Apple Event #1765

At Apple’s “It’s Glowtime” event, the tech giant revealed the iPhone 16 series, Apple Watch Series 10, and AirPods 4. The Apple Watch Series 10 introduces a sleeker design and brighter display, while the iPhone 16 Pro models feature advanced…

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Verizon’s $20 Billion Gamble on Frontier #1764

Verizon is acquiring Frontier for $20 billion, aiming to expand its fiber network and compete more effectively with AT&T. The deal will add 2.2 million fiber subscribers across 25 states, extending Verizon’s reach to 10 million customers. The acquisition is…

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Apple Considers Major Investment in OpenAI Amid AI Race #1763

Apple is discussing investing in OpenAI in a new fundraising round that could value the ChatGPT maker at over $100 billion. Venture capital firm Thrive Capital is leading the round, with Apple and Microsoft expected to participate. This move would…

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