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Reddit, Webflow, and Superhuman are already customers—now GrowthX has $12M to grow
GrowthX secures $12M in funding for its "service-as-software" platform that combines AI with human expertise to boost content marketing results by up to 300%.
Published on: May 19, 2025 | Source:
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AI can do a better job of persuading people than we do
Millions of people argue with each other online every day, but remarkably few of them change someone’s mind. New research suggests that large language models (LLMs) might do a better job. The finding suggests that AI could become a powerful tool for persuading people, for better or worse. A multi-university team of researchers found that…
Published on: May 19, 2025 | Source:The Marvel multiverse saga isn't over yet, but these X-Men movie casting rumors are already making me rage like Wolverine
A spate of X-Men movie reboot cast rumors have appeared online over the past week.
Published on: May 19, 2025 | Source:OnePlus Pad 3 launching June 5 with Open Canvas upgrade, ‘seamless iOS syncing’
OnePlus is teasing the upcoming launch of the OnePlus Pad 3 which is said to come with some software updates such as a new Open Canvas upgrade and some form of iOS integration. more…
Published on: May 19, 2025 | Source:NVIDIA and Foxconn are building an ’AI factory supercomputer’ in Taiwan
NVIDIA and Foxconn have teamed up to build what they are calling an AI factory supercomputer in Taiwan. The project, which NVIDIA announced at Computex, will "deliver state-of-the-art NVIDIA Blackwell infrastructure to researchers, startups and industries," according to the company. NVIDIA is building a new local headquarters in Taiwan as well. The supercomputer will be powered by 10,000 NVIDIA Blackwell GPUs. NVIDIA...
Published on: May 19, 2025 | Source:The Bluetti AC300 portable power station with expansion battery is back to its lowest price ever at Amazon
The Bluetti AC300 portable power station with backup battery is on sale for $1,499 at Amazon, down from the list price of $2,499. That's a 40% discount.
Published on: May 19, 2025 | Source:Launch HN: Better Auth (YC X25) – Authentication Framework for TypeScript
Hi HN! We’re Bereket and KinfeMichael of Better Auth (https://www.better-auth.com/), a comprehensive authentication framework for TypeScript that lets you implement everything from simple auth flows to enterprise-grade systems directly on your own database, embedded in your backend.To be clear—we’re not building a 3rd party auth service. Our goal is to make rolling your own auth so ridiculously easy that you’ll never...
Published on: May 19, 2025 | Source:Bluesky takes on ‘Sports Twitter’ with NBA playoff feature
As the playoffs rage on, Bluesky announced that it is beta testing a new feature during the NBA playoffs. While an NBA game is in progress, a red border with a “live” designation will appear around posts from the NBA’s account. When users click on the NBA’s profile picture, they will be redirected to the […]
Published on: May 19, 2025 | Source:Asus adds the RTX 5060 to its gaming laptop lineup, tweaks TUF A14 with better cooling
Asus is updating its gaming laptops with the RTX 5060, and is also releasing a dock for the ROG Ally and other gaming devices.
Published on: May 19, 2025 | Source:Apple's USB-C Magic Mouse is on sale for $68 for Memorial Day
Against all snowy odds, we have almost made it to the unofficial start of summer, Memorial Day. While that brings lots of barbecues and swimming, it also means a bunch of deals. Included in this years Memorial Day sales is the Apple Magic Mouse with a USB-C port. Right now, you can pick up the Apple Magic Mouse for $68, down from $79 — a 14 percent discount. The deal brings it to only $5 more than it's all-time low...
Published on: May 19, 2025 | Source:Ransomware Gangs Use Skitnet Malware for Stealthy Data Theft and Remote Access
Several ransomware actors are using a malware called Skitnet as part of their post-exploitation efforts to steal sensitive data and establish remote control over compromised hosts. "Skitnet has been sold on underground forums like RAMP since April 2024," Swiss cybersecurity company PRODAFT told The Hacker News. "However, since early 2025, we have observed multiple ransomware operators using it
Published on: May 19, 2025 | Source:Gemini app finally lets you search for chats
Following a prompt bar redesign, as well as model picker simplification, on Android and iOS over the weekend, the Gemini app is beginning to roll out chat search. more…
Published on: May 19, 2025 | Source:Pharma giant Regeneron to buy 23andMe and its customers’ data for $256M
23andMe was sold by bankruptcy auction, a year after the company had a massive data breach.
Published on: May 19, 2025 | Source:Explainer: What Rural Communities in Tanzania Need to Know about Carbon Trading and Land Rights
DAR ES SALAAM, May 19 (IPS) - As global demand for carbon credits rises, Tanzania has become a magnet for carbon offset projects. From Loliondo in Arusha to Kiteto in Manyara, foreign firms and conservation groups are looking for land to capture carbon and sell credits to polluting industries in the Global North. The growing interest in carbon trading has sparked hope, confusion, and concern— putting millions of...
Published on: May 19, 2025 | Source:The best Memorial Day tech deals from Apple, Amazon, Dyson and others that you can get right now
Memorial Day has long been the unofficial kickoff to summer, but recently it’s also been a good time to grab some tech on sale. In the past few years, Memorial Day sales have brought solid discounts on some of our favorite tech, from affordable portable chargers to expensive tablets and robot vacuums. That’s on top of all the seasonal items that usually go on sale this time of year like grilling gear, pizza ovens and...
Published on: May 19, 2025 | Source:Microsoft is pulling free MS365 Business Premium licenses granted to nonprofits
Nonprofit organizations will no longer get the same free Microsoft 365 treatment and will need to pay to unlock the same benefits.
Published on: May 19, 2025 | Source:Asus unveils Noctua triple-fan RTX 5080, new external GPU dock, and more at Computex
Asus has a new mechanical keyboard, mouse, GPUs, and other tech on display in Taiwan.
Published on: May 19, 2025 | Source:Chinese printer maker spread Bitcoin stealing malware — Report
Chinese printer manufacturer Procolored distributed Bitcoin-stealing malware alongside its official drivers, according to local media reports.Chinese news outlet Landian News reported on May 19 that Shenzhen-based printer company Procolored has been distributing Bitcoin-stealing (BTC) malware alongside official drivers. The company reportedly used USB drivers to distribute malware-ridden drivers and uploaded the...
Published on: May 19, 2025 | Source:One UI 7 battery complaints show no signs of slowing down
It's been weeks since the update rolled out in the stable branch, but users still keep complaining about poor battery life.
Published on: May 19, 2025 | Source:Nvidia in talks to invest in PsiQuantum
The Information has reported that Nvidia is in talks to invest in quantum computing startup PsiQuantum, just months after CEO Jensen Huang suggested the technology is decades off from practical usage.
Published on: May 19, 2025 | Source:Get 66 percent off a two-year subscription to ProtonVPN
ProtonVPN subscriptions are available at a steep discount right now as part of an exclusive sale for Engadget readers. A 12-month subscription is down to $48, which is a discount of around $72 and works out to $4 per month. A 24-month plan now costs just $81. This represents a massive discount of $158 and works out to $3.39 per month. Proton topped our list of the best VPN services, and with good reason. It's...
Published on: May 19, 2025 | Source:Roman Storm's Defense Team Wants to Know if DOJ Withheld Evidence
Storm's attorneys filed a letter Friday asking a judge to order prosecutors to review their records.
Published on: May 19, 2025 | Source:The Great AI Reset: It’s Time to Refound Your Start-Up. Now.
Is your B2B startup now part of the past … because it was founded before 2023? Maybe. Be honest. Has growth slowed while new AI entrants in your space are growting at epic rates? No one’s coming to save you. But … but … it’s too late to refound your start-up in the Age of... Continue Reading
Published on: May 19, 2025 | Source:Health Workers in Conflict Zones Experience an Epidemic of Violence
BRATISLAVA, May 19 (IPS) - The international community must take action to uphold international humanitarian law, say healthcare and rights advocates, as attacks on healthcare in war zones reached a record high last year.Read the full story, “Health Workers in Conflict Zones Experience an Epidemic of Violence”, on globalissues.org
Published on: May 19, 2025 | Source:Qualcomm confirms next Snapdragon 8 Elite will launch in September, a month earlier
Qualcomm has confirmed that its next big event to launch the second-generation Snapdragon 8 Elite and other new products will be happening in late September, ahead of schedule yet again. more…
Published on: May 19, 2025 | Source:Bitcoin Taps $106,000 Before Tumbling as Ethereum Dips
Bitcoin has had a choppy start to the week tapping $106,000 before falling to $102,450 in a matter of hours.
Published on: May 19, 2025 | Source:Solana Meme Coin Ponke Set to Release Collectibles, Apparel Via JCorp Spinout
Ponke is exploring the opportunity to produce blind box collectibles, high-end toys, and cannabis products as part of a new partnership.
Published on: May 19, 2025 | Source:WTF is Language Model Quantization?!?
Unveiling the origins, "ins and outs," and implications of quantization in language models: all in simple terms.
Published on: May 19, 2025 | Source:Clock’s ticking: Save up to $900 on TechCrunch Disrupt 2025 tickets before prices rise
Tick-tock! Time’s almost up to save up to $900 on individual passes to TechCrunch Disrupt 2025! Or go big and grab an Early Bird ticket now and get a second for your +1 at 90% off — but only for a limited time. These unbeatable deals disappear May 25 at 11:59 p.m. PT — don’t […]
Published on: May 19, 2025 | Source:The Smart Way to Talk to Your Database: Why Hybrid API + NL2SQL Wins
Hybrid is not a fallback — it's the real strategy. Introduction Databases weren't designed to "listen," meaning to understand flexible human intentions. They were designed to "obey" or strictly execute SQL commands. Now it's time to teach them both.
Published on: May 19, 2025 | Source:CVE Disruption Threatens Foundations of Defensive Security
If the Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures system continues to face uncertainty, the repercussions will build slowly, and eventually the cracks will become harder to contain.
Published on: May 19, 2025 | Source:Cool tech, hot deal: save 10% on the TORRAS COOLiFY series
Summer is creeping up fast, and if you’re already dreading the sweaty commutes, outdoor get-togethers, or those personal temperature spikes, it’s time to rethink your approach to beating the heat. It’s time to take a break from the clunky fans and questionably effective cooling towels. The TORRAS COOLiFY lineup will keep you genuinely cool: Style, […]
Published on: May 19, 2025 | Source:Research roadmap update, May 2025
An update to the research that the User Experience team is running over the next quarter.
Published on: May 19, 2025 | Source:Franklin taps blockchain to offer yield on idle payroll funds
Franklin, a hybrid cash and crypto payroll provider, is launching a new initiative that aims to turn idle-sitting payroll into an opportunity for yield.The new solution, dubbed Payroll Treasury Yield, uses blockchain lending protocols to help firms earn returns on payroll funds that would otherwise sit idle, the company told Cointelegraph in an exclusive statement.Franklin said its new offering integrates Summer.fi, a...
Published on: May 19, 2025 | Source:21 Best MagSafe Accessories (2025), Tested and Reviewed
The weird, wonderful world of MagSafe accessories can make your smartphone feel modular. These are our favorites.
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