How to Back Up Your Digital Life

Backups are boring, but they’ll save your bacon. Here’s how to make sure your data lives on, even when your PC doesn’t.

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The New iPad Air Is Speedy but Frustrating to Use

Apple’s fifth-generation tablet is more powerful than ever, but the software is still awkward.

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Why You (and the Planet) Really Need a Heat Pump

Using a furnace is so 1922. In 2022, humanity has to massively ramp up adoption of clean ways to heat buildings.

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Apple's New iPhone SE Could Have Been Great

The cheapest iPhone has the same processor as the most expensive iPhone. But it doesn't feel very special.

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The War in Ukraine Is a Reproductive Health Crisis for Millions

Russia's invasion is making it harder to deliver babies and provide birth control, abortion services, and other essential care.

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The Workaday Life of the World’s Most Dangerous Ransomware Gang

A Ukrainian researcher leaked 60,000 messages from inside the Conti ransomware group. This is what they reveal.

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Inside Big Tech’s Race to Patent Everything

The industry’s obsession with accumulating IP has led to a huge uptick in employee inventors—and some outlandish patents.

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Mercury Could Be Littered With Diamonds

Scientists think the diminutive planet’s surface could be covered with space gems, thanks to an abundance of carbon and pressure from colliding asteroids.

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It’s a Perfect Time for EVs. It’s a Terrible Time for EVs

Gas prices are up, commutes are back, and Russian oil is under sanction. Too bad the electric vehicle industry isn’t ready to seize the moment.

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Russian Missiles and Space Debris Could Threaten Satellites

As the war in Ukraine continues, the growing debris in low Earth orbit is a matter of national security.

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It’s Like GPT-3, but for Code—Fun, Fast, and Full of Flaws

OpenAI’s new tool can autocomplete lines of programming or conjure software from a simple prompt. It could also riddle the internet with even more bugs.

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China’s Gig Workers Are Challenging Their Algorithmic Bosses

Food delivery drivers are using platforms’ data-powered systems, mass WeChat groups, and unofficial unions to fight unfair conditions.

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How Much Pi Do You Really Need?

To celebrate Pi Day, we look at applications—from NASA to cars—that prove you can have too much of a good thing.

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Palmer Luckey Says Working With Weapons Isn't as Fun as VR

The founder of Anduril and Oculus discusses his talks with Ukraine's president, the ethics of AI weapons, and Mark Zuckerberg's metaverse.

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Deepfakes Can Help Families Mourn—or Exploit Their Grief

Death holograms aren't inherently creepy. They're part of a lineage of grief technologies that stretches back to photography.

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The War Puts Ukraine's Clinical Trials—and Patients—in Jeopardy

Hundreds of trials have been disrupted in the medical research hub. Some patients are at risk of losing their last chance at survival.

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Rest Easy With Our Favorite White Noise Machines

Help the whole family catch some restful z’s with these devices that generate soothing background noise.

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Facebook Has a Child Predation Problem

The platform can be quicker at recommending groups built around child predation than it is to remove them.

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This Bluetooth Tracker Is a Stalker-Proof AirTags Alternative

If you're looking for an alternative to AirTags, this slim tracker works exactly as it should, and not as it shouldn’t.

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How to Give Your Android 12 Screen a Makeover With Repainter

Make wallpapers and widgets look juuust right.

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DeepMind’s New AI Helps Restore Damaged Ancient Texts

Many inscriptions are so decrepit that large chunks are illegible. The company’s Ithaca tool assists historians in filling in the blanks.

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Brazil's Indigenous Gaming Scene Is On the Rise

Featuring a native Brazilian as its protagonist, Araní takes a big step toward making gaming more authentic and inclusive.

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The EPA May Extend the Use of Pesticides that Paralyze Bees

Later this year, the agency will decide whether to allow four chemicals, which have been banned in Europe, to continue being used on US farms.

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An Advocacy Group Gives iPhones an ‘F’ on Repairability

Plus: Google improves Android for tablets, Amazon encourages you to play DJ, and more of the week's top gadget news.

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13 Best Weekend Deals on Fitness Trackers, Robot Vacuums, and More

What you lose in sleep, you gain in savings. Put that extra hour to use with some of our favorite workout gear and home essentials.

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This Massive Game Bundle Costs $10 and Benefits Ukraine Charities

The collection spans hundreds of games, and donations go straight to organizations assisting Ukraine.

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Turning Red Doesn’t Follow Pixar’s Rules. Good

The studio's early works were lauded for their “universal” storytelling. Its new approach champions personal stories—and audiences are the richer for it.

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Is Your Motivation Wavering? A Coaching App Might Help

Choosing an app to help you reach your goals can be tricky. Here’s how to find one that gets results.

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Which iPhone Should You Buy (or Avoid) Right Now?

Picking the right phone has gotten so much harder. Our breakdown of Apple’s lineup can help.

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How a Plucky Robot Found the Long-Lost Endurance Shipwreck

Over a century ago, two dozen men were stranded in Antarctica. Here’s how a robot dove 10,000 feet to glimpse their shipwreck for the first time.

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On Depop, Sellers Are Pushing Shady Secondhand Pills

The popular ecommerce site is riddled with half-used packets of diet pills and harmful health supplements, highlighting the need for tougher regulation.

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Activists Are Reaching Russians Behind Putin's Propaganda Wall

Apps like Tinder, Google Maps, and Telegram give activists a way to share what's really going on in Ukraine—for now.

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The 6 Best Photo Printing Services

Print memories you can hang on the wall, stash in your wallet, or just hold in your hand.

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Motorola’s Newest Budget Moto G Isn't Much of an Upgrade

For $300, the Moto G Stylus 2022 is OK. But you’ll be hard-pressed to find big improvements here over last year.

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The Race to Rescue Ukraine’s Power Grid From Russia

In late February, Ukraine began a long-planned 72-hour test to unhook its electricity grid from Russia’s. Then the invasion started.

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Machines of War Take a Heavy Toll on Ukraine—and the Planet

The conflict is poised to exacerbate the climate crisis, as tanks, jets, and convoys burn fossil fuels, and nearby nations boost their military spending.

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Online Sleuths Are Using Face Recognition to ID Russian Soldiers

It takes five minutes to put a name to a soldier's face using little more than a screenshot, but there's a catch.

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The Infinite Reach of Joel Kaplan, Facebook’s Man in Washington

How one man came to rule political speech on Facebook, command one of the largest lobbies in DC, and guide Zuck through disaster—and straight into it.

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What Is Apple One, and Should You Subscribe?

Going all-in with the services bundle could be a smart move, especially for families. We break down what’s included and how much it costs.

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The Best Travel Bags for Wherever You’re Headed

From carry-on duffels to wheeled suitcases, this luggage is perfectly sized for nearly all adventures.

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To Test Cancer Drugs, These Scientists Grew ‘Avatars’ of Tumors

Growing organoids in dishes and xenografts in mice lets scientists re-create a living person’s tumor—and test dozens of drugs against them at the same time.

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Of Course We’re Living in a Simulation

The only people who absolutely disagree are, well, scientists. They need to get over themselves and join the fun.

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Why The Andy Warhol Diaries Recreated the Artist’s Voice With AI

The filmmakers had under four minutes of audio to work with. And yes, they considered the ethical concerns.

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Apple Continues Its Slow March Toward the MacPad Future

The new iPad Air gets a desktop-grade chip. Consider it a sign of things to come.

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High-Difficulty Games Don't Have to Be Toxic

Challenging games are often associated with gatekeeping. But designers can use difficulty levels in interesting and valuable ways.

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Are These Chimpanzees Using Insects as Medicine?

Researchers observed chimps in Gabon applying insects to wounds—and it’s raising big questions about animal altruism and self-medication.

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‘I’m the Operator’: The Aftermath of a Self-Driving Tragedy

In 2018, an Uber autonomous vehicle fatally struck a pedestrian. In a WIRED exclusive, the human behind the wheel finally speaks.

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How Police Abuse Phone Data to Persecute LGBTQ People

In many parts of the world, law enforcement uses WhatsApp chats, text messages, and photos from confiscated phones as "evidence" against persecuted groups.

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The Hidden Role of Facial Recognition Tech in Many Arrests

The technology is spreading fast among police, and often wrong. But people charged with crimes are rarely told an algorithm came into play.

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These Ukrainians Are Stuck in Antarctica as War Rages at Home

At the Vernadsky research base, a crew of 12 Ukrainians watch from thousands of miles away as their country is battered by Russian attacks.

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How to Watch Tuesday's iPhone Launch Event

The company is expected to unveil new hardware, possibly including a new iPhone SE, new iPads, and new laptops. Here's how to tune in.

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The Polestar 2 Is One Sharp, Google-Pimped Ride

An agile ride and angular lines distinguish this sporty EV with the first Google-designed media system. But others are coming to take it on.

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How Wrongful Arrests Based on AI Derailed 3 Men's Lives

Robert Williams, Michael Oliver, and Nijeer Parks were misidentified by facial recognition software. The impact cast a long shadow.

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The Balldo Made Me Rethink Sex in the Most Absurd Way Possible

The “world's first ball-dildo” is less of an erotic toy,  more of a dadaist interrogation of the very concept of pleasure.

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The Benefits of Gaming As a Couple—or Even With Your Kid

Playing It Takes Two with my partner was challenging, eye-opening, and also proved that playing games cooperatively is good for all relationships.

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How to Use Google Drive’s New Search Tools

Finding your stuff in the cloud just got easier.

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The Best Meal Kit Delivery Services for Every Kind of Cook

From Blue Apron to Dinnerly, I've spent a couple years cooking with boxed ingredients shipped to my door.

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17 Great Deals on Outdoors Gear, Home Office, and Smartphones

If you're itching to get outdoors at the first sign of spring, now is the time to restock your camping and hiking gear.

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12 Rapid At-Home Covid-19 Tests—and Where to Find Them

How accurate are rapid at-home tests? Does your insurance cover them? We have answers.

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You Should Still Test Yourself for Covid. Here’ When

Even if you're vaccinated, there are still scenarios where you should get tested and use your results to make smart, empathetic choices.

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Turmoil Over Ukraine Could Debilitate Russia's Space Program

In response to international sanctions, Russia’s space agency is distancing itself from its former partners and risks losing its role as a major space power.

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Garmin's Fenix 7S Solar Is Our New Favorite Outdoor Fitness Watch

The company's latest update to its high-end adventure fitness tracker has an improved touchscreen and looks better than ever.

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High Above Ukraine, Satellites Get Embroiled in the War

While the Russian invasion rages on the ground, companies that operate data-collecting satellites find themselves with an awkward position.

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The Batman Leans Hard Into the Emo Revival

From the sartorial choices to the scenery, the latest superhero reboot drips with alt-rock influences.

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The War in Ukraine Is Keeping Chinese Social Media Censors Busy

Posts that glorify war and those that criticize Russia are getting quietly deleted, as platforms are pressured to walk a thin line.

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What Russia Is Doing to Ukraine Must Be Preserved—Not Just Seen

Images of crimes against humanity are in danger of being lost. Fortunately, best practices exist, and the international community needs to implement them.

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5 Great Sex Tech Deals on Vibrators and Suction Toys

Invest in a different kind of vacuum for spring cleaning this year.

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The 20 Best Comic Book Movies You Can Stream Right Now

A lot of caped crusaders are hitting theaters this year. Here are a few you can catch at home.

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Today's Startups Are Flush With Cash—and Watching Every Penny

Investors have poured money into startups the past few years. Now, founders worry about a changing market and the rising cost of retaining employees.

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The Weirdest Product at MWC 2022 Is a Sleep-Aid Gas Dispenser

Gosleep thinks a dose of carbon dioxide is exactly what your bedtime routine needs. We have concerns.

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Ukraine Is in an Environmental Crisis Too

Russia’s attack is literally tearing the country apart, polluting air and water. Ukrainians will suffer long after the conflict ends.

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The Internet Is Not as New as You Think

Within the long history of telecommunication in nature, the web can be seen not as a mere tool, but as a living system.

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Horizon Forbidden West Is a Worthy Sequel

It's an intriguing mystery with heartfelt moments. It also wants to be Mass Effect 2 so bad.

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Offshore Wind Turbines Could Mess With Ships’ Radar Signals

A new study finds that turbines can muddle ships' navigational systems, obscuring the location of smaller boats or creating misleading images on radar screens.

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Ice Cream Machine Hackers Sue McDonald's for $900 Million

Kytch alleges that the Golden Arches crushed its business—and left soft serve customers out in the cold.

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The Pandemic Tanked Rates of Childhood Vaccination—for Everything

Routine shots are down for everything from measles to tetanus to polio, leaving kids unprotected and raising the risk of outbreaks.

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Polestar’s New EV Concept Comes With ... a Boomerang Drone?

The O2 sports car has a built-in “cinematic drone” that deploys to autonomously record your road-warrior skills. And if it’s ever made I’ll eat my driving gloves.

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Best Pet Supplies and Tips for Newly Adopted Cats and Dogs

Adding a furry pal to your family? We've rounded up the gear and information you'll need for a smooth transition.

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A New Super-High Satellite Will Eye Weather on Earth—and in Space

The GOES-T spacecraft will focus on tracking storms and fires in the western half of North America, from well above low Earth orbit.

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VR Is Here to Stay. It's Time to Make It Accessible

The platform is relatively new—which means now is the opportunity to advocate for all players.

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Genetic Databases Are Too White. Here’s What It’ll Take to Fix It

Most genetic research is done on people of European descent. That’s led to misdiagnoses, inaccurate tests, and missed opportunities for new treatments.

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TikTok Was Designed for War

As Russia’s invasion of Ukraine plays out online, the platform’s design and algorithm prove ideal for the messiness of war—but a nightmare for the truth.

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The Most Intriguing Launches at MWC 2022 Weren’t Phones

Laptops and 2-in-1 devices were out in force at the Mobile World Congress convention in Barcelona. And they stole the show.

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How Ukraine's Internet Can Fend Off Russian Attacks

The besieged country's complex internet infrastructure has evolved to promote resiliency.

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Trapped in Silicon Valley’s Hidden Caste System

Born in a cowshed in India, Siddhant now works for Meta in California. But he hides his background as a Dalit and fears he can never reveal his true self.

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An Internet Troll Gives Nonalcoholic Spirits Startups the Spins

From false press releases to misleading domain names, one man has allegedly gone to great lengths to sabotage his competitors.

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You Have Steam Deck Questions, We’ve Got Answers

Valve's handheld isn't always the most intuitive device. Here’s how to do everything from checking battery life to connecting it to your TV, and more.

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Cities Are Unlikely Yet Powerful Weapons to Fight Climate Change

The UN's latest IPCC report paints a dire picture for the species of Earth. But it also suggests how urban areas can help humanity face down the threat.

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How to Find Games That Are Compatible With the Steam Deck

Not all games available on Steam play perfectly on Valve’s new console. Here’s how to tell which ones will work, and how well.

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Tabletop Game Companies Are Rushing to Snatch Up Hollywood Names

Free League Publishing has been transforming vast worlds into games: Alien, Lord of the Rings, and now Blade Runner. How does it work behind the scenes?

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5 Extensions That Level Up Your Email Game

From proofreaders to emoji translators, these tools will make your messages clearer, easier to read, and hopefully a little more fun.

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15 Great Deals on Gaming Gear, Headphones, and Accessories

The weather is getting warmer, but you can still stay in and play Elden Ring all weekend.

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The Quiet Way Advertisers Are Tracking Your Browsing

Cookies are on the way out—but not enough is being done about browser fingerprinting. So what is it?

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What It Would Take to Bring the ISS Back to Earth in One Piece

NASA plans to deorbit the International Space Station in 2031 by crashing it into the ocean. But is there another way?

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The Governor of Colorado Is High on Blockchain

Can Jared Polis turn the Rockies into the next crypto paradise?

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Air Pollution May Keep Insects From Stopping to Smell the Flowers

Researchers ran an outdoor experiment to see if diesel exhaust and ozone would interfere with pollinators’ search for floral scents.

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How the Games Industry Shake-Up Could Play Out

Many devs are leaving their studios to found new ones, and indie players are getting bought up. But where will it all lead?

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Australia's Standoff Against Google and Facebook Worked—Sort Of

A year after Australia forced tech giants to pay news outlets for the content they display, other countries want to follow suit.

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Europe Is Scrambling to Turn Its Back on Russian Oil and Gas

The Nord Stream 2 pipeline from Russia to the EU has been scrapped. It is far from clear what will replace it.

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27 Awesome Gear Deals From Winter Clearance Sales

Retailers are clearing out their cold-weather stock—while snow is still on the ground. Buy now, use now, and shred some gnar.

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