Columbus, OH

Samsung's throwing an AI party and everyone's invited. At least that's what it felt like at Galaxy Unpacked in Paris last week, where the company unveiled more products than you can count on one hand while making its AI prowess the focal point of the event. This story is part...

For Samsung and Google, AI Is a Team Effort. Apple Should Take Notes

Apple is fighting to make litigation funding firm Omni Bridgeway comply with a subpoena, demanding details about its relationship with MPH, a company Apple is in a patent lawsuit with over iMessage and FaceTime. Back in 2018, Finnish holdings firm MPH Technologies sued Apple over allegations the iPhone maker infringed...

iMessage patent row between Apple and MPH revived with new subpoena

Apple users may tend to think that their Macs are less likely to become victims of viruses and malware. However, threats such as MacStealer and other Mac malware that steal credit card information prove otherwise. A new weakness is highlighted in a new report from Malwarebytes, which mentions a new...

Hackers are targeting Microsoft Teams on Mac

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Apple appears to be expecting sales of the upcoming iPhone 16 to be boosted by consumer interest in Apple Intelligence.

Apple seems super confident that AI will make you want to buy a new iPhone

Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... Tech consultation season has kicked off in Europe, with regulators from the United Kingdom and the European Union seeking feedback on digital asset-related issues. On July 15, the European Banking Authority (EBA), an independent EU Authority in charge of prudential regulation and supervision across...

EU, UK regulators launch consultations on digital asset data reporting and wallets

Lancaster County, PA

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Fans of Frisco's Chicken were left reeling as the beloved Peruvian-style eatery announced the closure of all its locations in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania. The chain, known for its delicious food and strong community values, posted a heartfelt note on its doors, informing customers of the devastating news.

Favorite Chicken Chain Suddenly Closes All Stores, Heartfelt Message Found on Doors

Alameda, CA

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Alameda Post

New this morning in Episode 108 , topics include: City Council moves ahead with a new library branch, and repeals a ban on natural gas in new construction; a Father’s Day fire burns a 130-year old home; Alameda Police turn a parking violation into a major drug bust; the USS Hornet expands their operating hours; Get to know a local voice artist; the PostCast crosses another milestone; plus weekend events. https://www.buzzsprout.com/1978056/15286963-june-21-2024-episode-108.mp3.

Alameda PostCast for June 21, 2024

New York City, NY

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Yesterday was the third time this year that an ad stating Chelsea Clinton lives in a beautiful Virginia home popped up on my laptop. My computer did not warn me this was a dangerous site, so this time, I clicked on the link.

Chelsea Clinton is rumored to be living in Virginia but probably still in NYC

Chicago, IL

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Shortly before 3 AM, people in the Chicago area may have felt their houses shake as a 3.4-magnitude earthquake occurred about 60 miles west of the city. (CHICAGO) The United States Geological Survey (USGS) reported a 3.4-magnitude earthquake around Somonauk, IL. Somonauk is in DeKalb and LaSalle Counties, 64 miles west of Chicago.

Did You Feel the Earthquake?

Indiana State

Franklin, IN

A wave of closures is hitting Pizza Hut, a pizza chain known for its iconic slanted-roof buildings, with 6,775 locations feeling the pinch in the tough restaurant industry landscape.

A well-known pizza chain with over 6K locations has begun closing some of its stores

Android Police

Midrange phones are more competitive than ever, and their performance and battery life make us wonder why we spend $1,000+ on flagship devices. Phones under $500 used to include drab displays, awful build quality, and hardly any software support. But recently, even budget devices have featured OLED displays and years of software support. With so many high-quality options close in price, even a small discount can make a big difference.

Samsung drops one of its latest phones to just $300 for Prime Day

Broward County, FL

Margate, FL

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MARGATE, FL. - A sophisticated lottery scam targeting vulnerable seniors across the United States has been uncovered, with a Margate man at its center. The elaborate scheme defrauded victims of approximately $9.5 million, leaving a trail of financial and emotional devastation in its wake.

Broward Man Arrested by Feds in $9.5 Million Lottery Scam: Targets Seniors Nationwide.

We've known for a while that is . While the company says it has been integrating that into various aspects of the voice assistant, it's also working on a more advanced version of Alexa that it plans to charge users to access. Amazon has reportedly dubbed the higher tier "Remarkable Alexa" (let's hope it doesn't stick with that name for the public rollout).

Amazon reportedly thinks people will pay up to $10 per month for next-gen Alexa

The US Sun

SAMSUNG is plotting a clever trick to help smartphone users keep nosy friends and family out of their apps. And some onlookers believe Apple's recent iOS 18 announcement may have spurred on the new feature. Samsung's Android devices already have a load of privacy protecting features such as the secure...

‘It’s about time’ Samsung phone owners yell as users spot secret button that locks sensitive apps and stops snooping

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Apple has urged iPhone users to beware of a devastating scam that allows attackers to steal their digital life.The company has updated a support document amid the ongoing use of so-called “smishing” attacks that try and steal people’s information.The messages look like legitimate texts from Apple. They usually suggest that they need to urgently log in to solve some sort of problem.But the login page it directs users to is actually a fake iCloud website, which then steals those details. Once that happens, the attackers may be able to get full access to everything stored within the account.Apple notes that...

Apple gives urgent warning to iPhone users over scam that could take over your digital life

IPHONE owners have been left stunned after discovering a secret purpose for the line at the bottom of their screen. The feature has been around for years and came about to replace the physical home button. iPhone X, released back in 2017, was first to adopt the line in a bid to give users more […]

‘How did I not know this?’ iPhone users yell after discovering secret purpose for the line at the bottom of their screen

Scams like phishing and social engineering are continuing to grow with some specifically targeting Apple users. With that in mind, Apple has shared a new support document with official tips on how to protect your Apple ID and other online accounts, how to spot and report scam emails, calls, and more.

Apple shares how to protect your Apple ID, avoid phishing, social engineering, and other scams

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There are lots of good Apple deals around this Prime Day – just have a gander at our Amazon Prime Day Apple deals hub. But only one of them get you an Apple device practically for free, and that's this free iPhone 15 Pro Max deal. It's not quite...

You can get an iPhone 15 Pro Max for free this Prime Day – but you'll have to hurry!

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Northern Kentucky Tribune

Kentucky’s Community Actions Partnerships have announced the starts date for the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) Summer Subsidy, aimed at helping Kentucky households offset summer cooling costs.

LIHEAP Summer Subsidy program to help with summer cooling costs to begin enrollment July 16

Redbox, the iconic movie rental company with over 34,000 locations nationwide, has announced the closure of its operations following its parent company's filing for Chapter 11 bankruptcy. This decision has left many of its loyal users saddened, marking the end of an era for physical media enthusiasts.

A rental company with 34,000 locations has closed its doors

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Apple opens NFC tap-and-go payments tech to third parties in EU

Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... Apple (NASDAQ: AAPL) has committed to finally opening up its tap-and-go payments technology to rival payment services in the European...

Apple opens NFC tap-and-go payments tech to third parties in EU

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