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What if your home TV screen could recognize you? DirecTV will show AI-generated ads featuring your face in 2026, based off of user generated avatars.

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#SmartTV #AdTech #ConsumerTech #Innovation
DirecTV screensavers will show AI-generated ads with your face in 2026
Like other companies with streaming businesses, DirecTV is leaning into ads more.
arstechnica.com
December 16, 2025 at 9:12 PM
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Which devices are still holding strong? GLOBAL PC shipments are forecast to hit ~274 million units in 2025 which is up 4.1% despite economic headwinds. PCs are still in demand in the mobile era.

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#PCMarket #ConsumerTech #BusinessIT #TechTrends
IDC now expects global PC shipments to grow in 2025 - 9to5Mac
Even with growing concerns over U.S. tariffs, the global PC market is on track for modest growth this year, according to new projections.
9to5mac.com
December 15, 2025 at 9:30 PM
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The list of casualties in the AI age grows. Here's a comprehensive list of tech layoffs in 2025, a surprising reminder of how business, AI and automation are reshaping jobs.

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#TechJobs #Layoffs #Automation #BusinessStrategy
A comprehensive list of 2025 tech layoffs | TechCrunch
A complete list of all the known layoffs in tech, from Big Tech to startups, broken down by month throughout 2024 and 2025.
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December 14, 2025 at 9:12 PM
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Surprising stat: 87% of U.S. adults say a foreign-government AI attack is at least somewhat likely in the next 20 years.

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#CyberSecurity #AIThreats #BusinessTech #RiskManagement
American Views on AI, National Security in 5 Charts
Americans expect AI-based attacks on the U.S., but support for developing AI-enabled weapons for conflicts is more limited and conditional.
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December 13, 2025 at 7:01 PM
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Peak buying season is here! Here's how warehouses are boosting efficiency with automation, analytics, and smarter staffing to keep both business & consumer expectations on track.

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#WarehouseTech #Automation #ConsumerTech #BusinessOps
Smart Ways to Boost Warehouse Efficiency During Peak Times - IT Supply Chain
By Allen Brown (pictured) Content Writer
itsupplychain.com
December 12, 2025 at 7:30 PM
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Meta Platforms says your AI chat interactions will feed into its ad targeting by December, and you have no way to opt out.

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#Privacy #AI #AdTech #Meta
Meta won’t allow users to opt out of targeted ads based on AI chats
US users stuck with AI ad targeting as EU users win more control over their feeds.
arstechnica.com
December 11, 2025 at 4:31 PM
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3 Questions Every Business Owner Should Ask About Their IT

1. Can we survive a day without our systems?
2. Do we know what our IT actually costs us (really)?
3. Are we compliant with our industry regulations?

If you hesitated on any of these, let's schedule your 2026 assessment.

#ITAssessment
December 10, 2025 at 7:15 PM
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Heads up: a major storage crunch is brewing. ADATA's chairman warns that AI datacenters are hoarding hard drives, SSDs and DRAM. Consumers and businesses may face shortages as a result.

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#Semiconductors #AI #Hardware #ConsumerTech
Adata chairman says AI datacenters are gobbling up hard drives, SSDs, and DRAM alike — insatiable upstream demand could soon lead to consumer shortages
The GPU shortage during COVID could soon look like child's play.
www.tomshardware.com
December 10, 2025 at 6:15 PM
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Millions of IoT connections are coming online in APAC, over a billion by 2030. Are telcos and device-makers ready for the surge?

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#IoT #ConnectedDevices #Telecom #ConsumerTech
APAC IoT connections to surpass 1.3 billion by 2030
New analysis from GlobalData suggests the number of IoT device connections in APAC is set to explode, surpassing 1.3 billion by 2030.
iottechnews.com
December 9, 2025 at 10:30 PM
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How secure is your infrastructure? F5 Networks just released critical patches after a major breach. If your network stack isn't on alert, it should be.

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#CyberSecurity #ITRisk #EnterpriseTech
F5 Issues Security Patches for Multiple Products After Recent Breach
F5 Networks has released comprehensive security patches addressing multiple critical vulnerabilities across its product portfolio following a recent security incident.
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December 8, 2025 at 7:45 PM
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Heads up small-business owners: Xero now automates accounts-payable workflows. Learn about that and other news in this tech news roundup from Forbes.

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#SMBTech #FinTech #Automation
Small Business Technology News: Windows 10 Support Ends, Gemini Adds A Great New Feature, Xero Automates Accounts Payable
Microsoft, Google, Xero and Samsung Wallet all have new announcement that impacts small businesses. And a robot reduces the time it takes to cook a burger by 70 percent.
www.forbes.com
December 7, 2025 at 10:21 PM
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Google is rolling Gemini deeper into Chrome, letting the browser take actions across sites. This shift could change how we automate routine work online. Are you ready for agentic browsers?

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#AI #Google #Chrome #Automation
Google is expanding Gemini in Chrome and letting it do stuff for you
Gemini in Chrome can now read your tabs, check your browsing history, and integrate with YouTube and other Google properties.
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December 5, 2025 at 9:30 PM
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Think your smart home devices will be around forever? Might be time to rethink. Logitech is bricking its smart ""POP"" buttons and hub. A case study in device-lifespan and smart home planning.

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#SmartHome #IoT #ConsumerTech #Logitech
Logitech will brick its $100 Pop smart home buttons on October 15
Logitech’s interest in the smart home has appeared to wane in recent years.
arstechnica.com
December 4, 2025 at 10:19 PM
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Can one pair of earbuds really reshape global business? The new AirPods live-translation feature might do just that. They aim to eliminate language barriers in meetings and travel.

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#SmartWork #GlobalBusiness #Wearables #Apple
Apple @ Work: Live Translation with AirPods could reshape global business communication - 9to5Mac
Live Translation with AirPods could reshape global business. With better battery life and Apple Intelligence, real time communication feels possible.
9to5mac.com
December 3, 2025 at 9:45 PM
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A prospect once told me, "We'll deal with IT in the new year." Two weeks later, they had a ransomware incident. Cost them $45K and 3 weeks of productivity.
Your 2026 IT assessment costs you nothing.
Let's schedule your assessment before these issues find you!
#CyberSecurity #RiskManagement
December 3, 2025 at 9:39 PM
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Delivery by driverless car? Waymo is partnering with DoorDash to pilot robotic delivery, a sign that autonomous tech is moving beyond rides. Is this a good thing for restaurants and consumers?

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#AutonomousDelivery #Logistics #Waymo #DoorDash
Waymo dips its wheels back into delivery, this time with DoorDash | TechCrunch
Waymo has spent the past several years scaling up its robotaxi business. The partnership with DoorDash could mark a return to delivery.
techcrunch.com
December 1, 2025 at 6:01 PM
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In Case You Were Wondering About Linux - Elixis Technology
Linux is an open-source operating system that sits squarely on the edge of mainstream awareness. Having more options when it comes to operating systems is not a bad thing – more competition keeps the…
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November 29, 2025 at 7:30 PM
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Apple's new AI is here, but is it really as brilliant as advertised? From writing help to image magic, here's a hands-on look at what delivers and what falls flat.

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#AppleIntelligence #AI #TechTrends
Is Apple Intelligence Actually Smart? I Tested Every Feature to Find Out
From writing tools to visual recognition, I break down Apple's powerful AI suite, including what works, what doesn't, and what’s still coming.
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November 28, 2025 at 9:08 PM
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Here's a look into the latest vulnerabilities in enterprise software and how businesses can protect themselves from exploitation.

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#Cybersecurity #EnterpriseTech #Infosec #HelpNetSecurity
Cybersecurity and Cost Pressures Shape Enterprise IT Priorities
CTERA’s 2025 State of Data and Cloud Strategy Survey highlights how enterprises are managing competing demands across cybersecurity, AI, and cloud adoption, reports IT Brief United States. The data…
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November 27, 2025 at 9:07 PM
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Programs used to build for the weakest devices, instead of the strongest. Now? Who knows! Big studios just assume you have a computer with 250 GB free on it! Work programs want an NVidia if you complain about lag!

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#videogames #ResourceManagement
What Happened To Resource Management? - Elixis Technology
Games Game building is an interesting niche of coding. Almost anyone can make a video game, assuming they have access to a computer. They might even make a good one if given a few resources! Video…
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November 26, 2025 at 7:45 PM
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Grateful for our clients who trust us with their IT. If you're planning 2026 budgets and want a second opinion on your technology roadmap, let's connect before year-end. 🦃

#Thanksgiving #BusinessGrowth #ITSupport
November 26, 2025 at 6:45 PM
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Can tech and nature thrive together? Apple's new project is restoring 14,000 acres of redwood forest in California using its Restore Fund, a bold bet on nature-based climate solutions.

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#ClimateAction #RestoreFund #TechForGood
Apple launches new project to protect and restore California redwood forest
Apple announces a new investment in a working redwood forest in California, in collaboration with The Conservation Fund.
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November 25, 2025 at 8:02 PM
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Feeling drained by lights, noise, and chaos? This article shares 6 gadgets that help fight sensory overload and restore calm to your day.

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#SensoryHealth #WellbeingTech #TechForGood
Sensory overload sucks – but these 6 gadgets help me out when everything feels too much
This tech makes it easier for me to face the day
www.techradar.com
November 24, 2025 at 6:45 PM
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The U.S. is lagging behind Europe's digital payments wave. Read why cutting checks could be your smartest move this year.

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#Fintech #DigitalPayments #FutureOfMoney
Why Americans Should Write Fewer Checks And Go Digital Like Europeans
With open banking and digital technologies, consumers can prioritize speed, cost, or convenience. Paper checks are more vulnerable to criminals committing fraud.
www.forbes.com
November 24, 2025 at 12:58 AM
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The iPhone Air once again meets expectations.

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#iPhoneAir #AppleTech #SmartBuy
Two expected iPhone Air ‘weaknesses’ now look surprisingly great - 9to5Mac
Apple’s ultra-thin iPhone Air was expected by many to have durability and battery life issues, but so far those fears are proving unfounded.
9to5mac.com
November 22, 2025 at 9:30 PM