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GAC Energy Releases 2025 EV Charging Ecosystem Report: Over 23,000 Self-Operated Charging Piles Across China

GAC Energy Releases 2025 EV Charging Ecosystem Report: Over 23,000 Self-Operated Charging Piles Across China

GUANGZHOU, China, Jan. 17, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Recently, GAC Energy has released its 2025 Ecological Service Report, highlighting strong advances in ultra-fast charging technology, nationwide network deployment, and V2G innovation under the GAC Group's "26 Energy Action" strategy – the strategic plan launched by GAC Group to develop a comprehensive, vertically integrated new energy vehicle (NEV) industry chain and ecosystem. By the end of 2025, GAC Energy operated 23,274 self-operated charging piles across 31 provinces and 211 cities, including 17,577 DC piles. It had 1,956 charging stations serving 8.92 million users and delivering 1.43 billion kWh of electricity, leading the industry in 1000V high-voltage fast-charging piles. In ultra-fast charging technology, GAC Energy continued to strengthen its technology and operations throughout the year. Ultra-fast charging piles were upgraded to 640 kW, with individual gun capability reaching 720 kW and 800 A. In May, an AI-powered smart management cloud platform was introduced, enabling real-time control and automated operation of charging facilities, raising equipment online availability to 99.2% and significantly enhancing service stability. The charging network has entered a phase of accelerated expansion. By March 2025, GAC Energy's charging services had surpassed 100 million cumulative sessions, with the user base exceeding 5 million and 24/7 service ensuring worry-free travel. In July, total charging volume exceeded 1 billion kWh. In September, the number of self-operated charging piles took the industry lead by surpassing 20,000. By November, the charging network covered China's major cities and main travel corridors, with more than 1,800 self-operated charging stations deployed, ensuring that users in core urban areas can conveniently reach a station within 1 km. In the V2G field, GAC Energy completed China's first private car owner V2G discharge order in August 2025 and, in September, built the country's largest V2G microgrid, with an average daily discharge of more than 11,000 kWh per station. By the end of 2025, GAC Energy's national V2G discharge exceeded 1.35 million kWh, with power trading surpassing 130 million kWh and cumulative carbon reduction reaching 3.43 million tons, contributing to a low-carbon, sustainable energy ecosystem. Entering 2026, GAC Energy is accelerating its momentum—driving the evolution of smarter, faster, and greener charging solutions, and building a secure, sustainable energy ecosystem that powers the future of mobility.

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Jan 17
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GAC Energy Releases 2025 EV Charging Ecosystem Report: Over 23,000 Self-Operated Charging Piles Across China

GAC Energy Releases 2025 EV Charging Ecosystem Report: Over 23,000 Self-Operated Charging Piles Across China

GUANGZHOU, China, Jan. 16, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Recently, GAC Energy has released its 2025 Ecological Service Report, highlighting strong advances in ultra-fast charging technology, nationwide network deployment, and V2G innovation under the GAC Group's "26 Energy Action" strategy – the...

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Jan 17
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Nebraska lawmaker seeks to hold AI companies accountable

Nebraska lawmaker seeks to hold AI companies accountable

Sen. Tanya Storer of Whitman introduced a bill (LB1083) requiring AI and chatbot companies to be more transparent in how they are mitigating harm, particularly against children.

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Jan 16
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Google Launches Flow: AI-Powered Video Creation for Workspace

Google Launches Flow: AI-Powered Video Creation for Workspace

Google's Flow, launched January 16, 2026, is an AI-powered video creation tool for Workspace users, integrating with Gemini to generate HD cinematic videos from simple prompts in apps like Docs and Sheets. Aimed at businesses and educators, it enhances productivity with automation, security controls, and usage limits. This innovation democratizes video production.

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Jan 16
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Australia’s social media ban for children has already wiped out 4.7 million accounts

Australia’s social media ban for children has already wiped out 4.7 million accounts

Social media companies have revoked access to about 4.7 million accounts identified as belonging to children in Australia since the country banned use of the platforms by those under 16, officials said.“We stared down everybody who said it couldn’t be done, some of the most powerful and rich companies in the world and their supporters,” communications minister Anika Wells told reporters on Friday. “Now Australian parents can be confident that their kids can have their childhoods back.”The figures, reported to Australia’s government by 10 social media platforms, were the first to show the scale of the landmark ban since it was enacted in December over fears about the effects of harmful online environments on young people. The law provoked fraught debates in Australia about technology use, privacy, child safety and mental health and has prompted other countries to consider similar measures.Officials said the figure was encouragingUnder Australian law, Facebook, Instagram, Kick, Reddit, Snapchat, Threads, TikTok, X, YouTube, and Twitch face fines of up to 49.5 million Australian dollars ($33.2 million) if they fail to take reasonable steps to remove the accounts of Australian children younger than 16. Messaging services such as WhatsApp and Facebook Messenger are exempt.To verify age, platforms can either request copies of identification documents, use a third party to apply age estimation technology to an account holder’s face, or make inferences from data already available, such as how long an account has been held.About 2.5 million Australians are aged between 8 and 15, said the country’s eSafety Commissioner Julie Inman Grant, and past estimates suggested 84% of 8- to 12-year-olds held social media accounts. It was not known how many accounts were held across the 10 platforms but Inman Grant said the figure of 4.7 million “deactivated or restricted” was encouraging.“We’re preventing predatory social media companies from accessing our children,” Inman Grant said.The 10 biggest companies covered by the ban were compliant with it and had reported removal figures to Australia’s regulator on time, the commissioner said. She added that social media companies were expected to shift their efforts from enforcing the ban to preventing children from creating new accounts or otherwise circumventing the prohibition.Meta removed 550,000 accountsAustralian officials didn’t break the figures down by platform. But Meta, which owns Facebook, Instagram and Threads, said this week that by the day after the ban came into effect it had removed nearly 550,000 accounts belonging to users understood to be under 16.In the blog post divulging the figures, Meta criticized the ban and said smaller platforms where the ban doesn’t apply might not prioritize safety. The company also noted browsing platforms would still present content to children based on algorithms — a concern that led to the ban’s enactment.The law was widely popular among parents and child safety campaigners. Online privacy advocates and some groups representing teenagers opposed it, with the latter citing the support found in online spaces by vulnerable young people or those geographically isolated in Australia’s sprawling rural areas.Some said they had managed to fool age assessing technologies or were helped by parents or older siblings to circumvent the ban.Other countries might followSince Australia began debating the measures in 2024, other countries have considered following suit. Denmark’s government is among them, saying in November that it had planned to implement a social media ban for children under 15.“The fact that in spite of some skepticism out there, it’s working and being replicated now around the world, is something that is a source of Australian pride,” Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said Friday.Opposition lawmakers have suggested that young people have circumvented the ban easily or are migrating to other apps that are less scrutinized than the largest platforms. Inman Grant said Friday that data seen by her office showed a spike in downloads of alternative apps when the ban was enacted but not a spike in usage.“There is no real long-term trends yet that we can say but we’re engaging,” she said.Meanwhile, she said, the regulator she heads planned to introduce “world-leading AI companion and chatbot restrictions in March.” She didn’t disclose further details.—Charlotte Graham-McLay, Associated Press

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Jan 16
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AI in Education: How Students and Teachers Can Balance Technology and Academic Integrity

AI in Education: How Students and Teachers Can Balance Technology and Academic Integrity

AI has taken over the world, literally. From being integrated in research to embedded in classrooms, AI has stretched and continues to spawn its ever growing reach across every industry. AI’s impact cannot be denied, [...]The post AI in Education: How Students and Teachers Can Balance Technology and Academic Integrity appeared first on Santa Clarita Valley Signal.

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Jan 16
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THIRDREALITY CES 2026 Recap: Real Stories, Real Homes, and What Comes Next

THIRDREALITY CES 2026 Recap: Real Stories, Real Homes, and What Comes Next

SAN JOSE, Calif., Jan. 16, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- CES is always about what's new. But for THIRDREALITY, CES 2026 became something more meaningful: a moment to listen, reflect, and see how technology built around real-life needs is already shaping everyday homes. THIRDREALITY CES 2026 Recap Throughout the week, our booth welcomed partners, integrators, creators, and long-time users from around the world. They didn't just ask about product specifications—they shared stories. And those stories reminded us why we build. When Smart Technology Fits Real Homes One of the most frequently discussed products at our booth was the Smart Garage Door Opener, built on Matter over Wi-Fi and designed to work with existing garage remotes. A visitor told us how seamlessly it fit into their daily routine: "I didn't have to replace anything or change my setup. I just added the device, and now I can check and control my garage door remotely with total confidence. It's simple, and it just works." Another conversation stayed with us even longer. A long-time customer described how our Smart Switch helped transform their 1970s home into a modern smart living space—without rewiring or major renovation. "My house was never designed for smart devices," they said. "But your switch made it possible. It gave my old home a second life." For us, these moments captured the heart of what THIRDREALITY stands for:Smart technology should adapt to real homes, real people, and real constraints. Product Focus: Plant Care, Presence Sensing, and Smart Blinds While THIRDREALITY presented a broad range of smart home devices at CES 2026, several product areas in particular generated consistent attention at the booth. The Smart Soil Moisture Sensor Gen 2 was presented as part of a broader plant care solution, working alongside the company's smart watering system. Visitors asked about updates based on user feedback, including improvements aimed at measurement consistency and long-term durability. In addition to indoor plants and balcony gardens, many attendees also discussed outdoor use cases such as small yards and garden beds. Questions frequently focused on wireless coverage in outdoor environments, with interest in how THIRDREALITY's own Zigbee repeater can be used to extend network range and support reliable data transmission for soil monitoring and automated watering in these settings. Presence sensing was another frequently discussed topic, particularly across two radar-based products using 60GHz and 24GHz technologies. The 60GHz radar presence sensor is powered via USB-C for always-on applications, while the 24GHz version operates on three AA batteries to support flexible, wire-free placement. Both sensors offer adjustable sensitivity, allowing detection ranges to be tuned for different room sizes and use cases. Attendees asked about applications in bedrooms, kitchen, and workspaces, where precise presence detection can enable more responsive and context-aware automation than traditional motion sensors. The company's Smart Blind Gen2 also drew strong interest. Many visitors commented on the design of the battery module positioned at the bottom, which simplifies access for charging. The blind uses a Type-C rechargeable battery and supports custom sizing, with widths up to 80 inches and heights up to 74 inches. Discussions at the booth focused on ease of installation, maintenance convenience, and how the design fits into everyday living spaces. As we move into 2026 THIRDREALITY will continue developing across both Zigbee and Matter platforms, with a strong focus on Matter over Thread—bringing faster response, lower power consumption, and more resilient mesh networking to future devices. To every customer who shared their story, every partner who stopped by, and every friend we reconnected with: thank you. Your feedback, trust, and support continue to shape what we build. CES 2026 reminded us that innovation is not just about what's next—it's about what already matters to people today. We'll see you again next year, right here in Las Vegas. About THIRDREALITY Third Reality is a smart home technology company, dedicated to developing high-quality, user-friendly, and secure smart home products. Through continuous innovation and a deep understanding of market needs, the company strives to provide an improved smart home experience for users worldwide. Related Links: Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | YouTube | TikTok

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Jan 16
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Never reply to these text messages! How to spot SMS cost traps

Never Reply to These Text Messages! How to Spot SMS Cost Traps

Beware of text messages promising wins or urgent calls to action! These often lead to unexpected mobile bill costs. Learn to spot risky SMS types and protect yourself. Messages targeting your money with prizes or urgency are dangerous traps.

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Jan 16
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GIGABYTE Showcases Practical AI TOP Utility for Local AI Applications at CES 2026

GIGABYTE Showcases Practical AI TOP Utility for Local AI Applications at CES 2026

TAIPEI, Jan. 16, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- As artificial intelligence continues to move from experimentation toward real-world adoption, GIGABYTE presents a clear local AI solution at CES 2026. GIGABYTE AI TOP suite highlights an approach to AI that is designed to operate locally, support real-world workflows, and be trusted with sensitive data. At CES, GIGABYTE demonstrates how AI can move from the cloud to the edge locally, where work actually happens, securely and efficiently. GIGABYTE Showcases Practical AI TOP Utility for Local AI Applications at CES 2026 GIGABYTE showcases three systems from the AI TOP lineup at CES, including AI TOP ATOM, AI TOP 100, and AI TOP 500, presenting a scalable path for local AI adoption. All three systems support AI TOP Utility, GIGABYTE's proprietary software for creating and operating AI workflows using locally stored data. The CES demo focuses on Retrieval Augmented Generation (RAG) running on the AI TOP ATOM. While standard setups prioritize raw token generation speed, AI TOP ATOM features 128GB of unified memory, making it uniquely suited for RAG tasks involving massive contexts. This hardware advantage, orchestrated by AI TOP Utility, enables processing vast datasets that would overwhelm traditional multi-GPU configurations, proving that enterprise-grade AI can thrive on a compact local system. Using AI TOP Utility, organizations can turn thousands of pages of unreleased R&D documents into a secure, instant-response internal knowledge base. This "private brain" scenario enables teams to access accurate operational support without a single byte leaving the local server. By keeping data on-premises, this approach eliminates cloud latency and subscription costs, turning technical specs into the tangible benefit of total data sovereignty and real-time intelligence. Designed for real-world usability, AI TOP systems support consistent workflows across development and deployment environments. The flagship AI TOP 500 TRX50, featuring up to AMD Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7965WX, GeForce RTX 5090, and 768GB DDR5 memory, delivers the power to run models up to 405 billion parameters with confidence and control. Managed by AI TOP Utility, these systems integrate smoothly within NVIDIA's ecosystem on Linux, enabling AI models to operate across compatible environments with minimal friction. By prioritizing local AI execution, data control, and ease of adoption, GIGABYTE demonstrates how AI TOP Utility transforms AI from a conceptual capability into a practical tool that fits naturally into everyday workflows. To experience the AI TOP platform in action, visit the GIGABYTE Product Showcase at CES 2026, located at Venetian Expo Level 3, Lido 3005.

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Jan 16
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AFL Introduces Next-Generation OTDR Solutions for Data Center and Broadband Network Testing

AFL Introduces Next-Generation OTDR Solutions for Data Center and Broadband Network Testing

SPARTANBURG, S.C.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jan 15, 2026--

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Jan 15
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Mayo Clinic Researchers Use AI to Predict Patient Falls Based on Core Density in Middle Age

Mayo Clinic Researchers Use AI to Predict Patient Falls Based on Core Density in Middle Age

Artificial intelligence (AI) applied to abdominal imaging can help predict adults at higher risk of falling as early as middle age, a new Mayo Clinic study shows. The research, published in Mayo Clinic Proceedings, highlights the importance of abdominal muscle quality, a component of core strength, as a key predictor of fall risk in adults aged 45 years and older.

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Jan 15
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X says Grok, Musk's AI chatbot, is blocked from undressing images in places where it's illegal

X says Grok, Musk's AI chatbot, is blocked from undressing images in places where it's illegal

Elon Musk’s X says its AI chatbot Grok won't be able to edit photos of real people in revealing clothing in places where that is illegal. The announcement followed a backlash over sexualized images of women and children, including bans...

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Jan 15
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AP Business SummaryBrief at 1:59 p.m. EST

AP Business SummaryBrief at 1:59 p.m. EST

Grok blocked from undressing images in places where it's illegal, X says

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Jan 15
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AP Business SummaryBrief at 1:59 p.m. EST

AP Business SummaryBrief at 1:59 p.m. EST

Grok blocked from undressing images in places where it's illegal, X says

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Jan 15
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Castrol proudly presents: Drive Me To The Moon

Castrol proudly presents: Drive Me To The Moon

Castrol unveils a new documentary in collaboration with Lunar Outpost: a worldwide premiere at Space Center Houston LONDON, Jan. 15, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Castrol has unveiled Drive Me to the Moon, a fascinating 'edutainment' documentary created in collaboration with Colorado-based Lunar Outpost, a leader in planetary mobility and in-space infrastructure. The film provides an exclusive behind-the-scenes look into the engineering and ingenuity required for next-generation mobility on the Moon. The film marks the culmination of a three-year collaboration between Castrol and Lunar Outpost on Lunar Voyage 1 (LV1), which delivered the first-ever commercial rover to the Moon and the first rover to reach the lunar South Pole. As part of this collaboration, Castrol provided expertise and technical input into Lunar Outpost's state-of-the-art Mission Control centre in Colorado – the facility from which LV1 was monitored and operated. Castrol also supplied specialist space-grade lubricants for MIT Media Lab's AstroAnt, a payload on the rover. Drive Me to the Moon follows LV1 from testing to touchdown, revealing the precision, endurance, and collaboration required for success in one of the most unforgiving environments in our solar system. Combining interviews with Lunar Outpost, former NASA and ESA specialists, and Castrol's technical experts, the film shows how the collaboration between science and industry is redefining what's possible in space. The project extends Castrol's work in space since the 1960s. Castrol's space-grade lubricants have been used in many NASA landmark operations: from the Apollo missions and Mars Rovers to the Space Shuttle programme, International Space Station and Hubble telescope. Everything Castrol does in space goes into everything we do here on Earth. We apply the same rigour, ethos, and expertise, no matter where we operate. The documentary premieres at a defining moment for lunar exploration – NASA's Artemis programme, aiming to return astronauts to the Moon for the first time in over 50 years. The premiere at Space Center Houston's Space Auditorium was hosted by former NASA Chief of Staff, Gabe Sherman, in the presence of eminent guests from across the global space and engineering communities. After the screening, a Q&A panel explored the making of the film, the challenges of lunar engineering, and the future of commercial space exploration, featuring: Chris Lockett, Senior Vice President, Electrification and Technology, Castrol AJ Gemer, Co-founder and CTO, Lunar Outpost Rod Pyle, author and editor-in-chief, Ad Astra magazine Anita Sengupta, CEO Hydroplane Chris Lockett, Senior Vice President, Electrification and Technology, Castrol, said: "Drive Me to the Moon tells the story of pushing limits and testing technology where nothing can be taken for granted. This work reflects our ethos – the same precision and innovation required in space helps to guide our advances on Earth, from electric mobility to industrial systems and beyond." Fabiana Neves, Vice President, Castrol Americas, said: "This film shines a light on what happens when imagination and innovation meet. Castrol's work with Lunar Outpost reflects the pioneering spirit that drives everything we do - pushing boundaries to create technologies that perform, whether in deep space or in everyday life. Hosting this premiere in Houston, a city built on space exploration, couldn't be more fitting." Joe Kane, Founder and Creative Director at Polar Media, which produced the film, said: "Drive Me to the Moon goes beyond the rocket launch to reveal the real story behind human endeavour. From the Lunar Outpost team to Castrol engineers, we all share the same drive to push boundaries. The film offers an authentic, behind-the-scenes insight, and a glimpse into the technology and expertise that make it all possible, presented in a way that's both educational and entertaining." Justin Cyrus, CEO, Lunar Outpost, said: "Working with Castrol has been instrumental in advancing our Mission Control and preparing for what comes next in lunar exploration. Drive Me to the Moon celebrates the people, partnerships and perseverance helping return humanity to the Moon for the first time in more than 50 years. Together, we're laying the foundation for a permanent human presence – and the future of living and working beyond Earth." For Castrol, the documentary reflects the ongoing mission to test technology at the limits of performance – on the Moon and on Earth. Available to watch on our YouTube in February 2026. Watch the trailer here. Notes to Editors: Castrol has worked in space for seven decades, ever since NASA's historic Apollo Missions, providing mission-critical space-grade lubricants. Bp's Consortium lab membership (CLM) has been extended to Castrol to help play a leading role in fulfilling the MediaLabs mission to create transformative technologies, experiences, and systems that enable people to reimagine and redesign their lives. About CastrolCastrol, one of the world's leading lubricant brands, has a proud heritage of innovation and fuelling the dreams of pioneers. Our passion for performance, combined with a philosophy of working in partnership, has enabled Castrol to develop lubricants, coolants, and greases that have been at the heart of numerous technological feats on land, air, sea, and in space for over 125 years.Castrol is part of the bp group and serves customers and consumers in the automotive, marine, industrial, and energy sectors. Our branded products are recognised globally for innovation and high performance through our commitment to premium quality and cutting-edge technology. For more information, please visit: castrol.com About Lunar OutpostLunar Outpost is a leader in planetary mobility and in-space infrastructure, developing advanced robotic systems for extreme environments. From enabling the first commercial rover on the Moon to supporting NASA's Lunar Terrain Vehicle project, Lunar Outpost is leading the way toward sustainable lunar infrastructure and a cislunar economy. With multiple missions fully contracted, the company is helping shape the future of space as an extension of the global economy. For more information, visit lunaroutpost.com.

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Jan 15
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Love it or hate it, Windows 8's controversial UI just landed on Linux

Love it or hate it, Windows 8's controversial UI just landed on Linux

It's full Windows 8-style shell for Linux

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Jan 15
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Marc Benioff says a documentary about Character.AI's effects on children was 'the worst thing I've ever seen in my life'

Marc Benioff says a documentary about Character.AI's effects on children was 'the worst thing I've ever seen in my life'

The Salesforce CEO says tech companies need to be held accountable for AI safety lapses: "Reform, revise Section 230."

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Jan 15
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Smart Door Lock Market Set To Reach USD 14.90 Billion By 2033, Driven By Smart Home Adoption And Rising Security Demand Research By SNS Insider

Smart Door Lock Market Set To Reach USD 14.90 Billion By 2033, Driven By Smart Home Adoption And Rising Security Demand Research By SNS Insider

(MENAFN - GlobeNewsWire - Nasdaq) The smart door lock market is expanding as consumers adopt connected home security solutions, with the U.S. segment growing from USD 0.96 billion in 2025E to USD ...

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Jan 15
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SUUNTO Nautic S: Designed for every dive

SUUNTO Nautic S: Designed for every dive

SYDNEY, Jan. 15, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Suunto, the Finnish pioneer in precision instruments and dive technology, introduces its new dive computer series: Suunto Nautic and Nautic S. These next-generation devices build on Suunto's dive legacy, combining rugged reliability with modern innovation to support divers at every level. From the Latin nauticus, meaning "of ships and sailors," the name Nautic pays tribute to Suunto's heritage in navigation. Alongside Suunto Ocean, EON Core, and D5, the Nautic series continues this legacy—built to guide divers below the surface, where trust, accuracy and awareness matter most. Designed for every dive: Suunto Nautic S. Suunto Nautic S – compact format with full dive functionality Designed for scuba and free divers, Suunto Nautic S delivers core dive functionality in a compact, lightweight, wrist-sized format. Featuring an AMOLED display and an intuitive interface, Nautic S is purpose-built for underwater performance—without smartwatch or sports features such as optical heart-rate tracking. Nautic S includes essential features for recreational and technical diving, including wireless tank pressure support, audio and vibration alarms, dive planning, compass, and sidemount support. It also supports freediving, snorkelling, and mermaiding with dedicated tools for these disciplines. Nautic S uses the Suunto Bühlmann 16 GF decompression model with a wide range of settings, is water-resistant to 100 m and rated for dives up to 80 m, and offers up to 60 hours of continuous diving battery life. A new graphite grey color and elastic textile strap improve comfort, with in-device view customisation and Tank POD compatibility plus 22 mm straps. Suunto App: extending the dive experience The Suunto app helps divers plan, log, and relive dives—review routes and distance, add equipment and conditions, and easily share logs with dive buddies. In the Suunto app, divers can store dive histories, add notes and photos, and view trends over time. Sync is quick via Bluetooth, making it easy to keep logs up to date and share routes after every trip with buddies. Availability Official Site: https://apac.suunto.comOfficial Amazon Store: Suunto Amazon StoreAuthorized Australian Distributor: suuntoaustralia.com.au Pricing (AUD) Suunto Nautic S: $999Suunto Nautic bungee cord: $1,399Suunto Nautic elastic textile strap: $1,399Suunto Nautic bungee cord and tank pod: $1,959 About Suunto Suunto is at the forefront of design and innovation for sports watches, dive computers, compasses, and digital services used by adventurers all over the globe.

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Jan 14
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California investigates Elon Musk’s AI company after ‘avalanche’ of complaints about sexual content

California investigates Elon Musk’s AI company after ‘avalanche’ of complaints about sexual content

Attorney General Rob Bonta said his office is looking into whether a new AI image editing tool from Elon Musk’s company violates California law.

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Jan 14
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There's no such thing as 'free lunch' for Big Tech's electric bill

There's no such thing as 'free lunch' for Big Tech's electric bill

Energy regulators and advocates are cautiously optimistic about Microsoft's promise to "pay its own way" for the power needed to serve its AI footprint.

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Jan 14
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Detroit Auto Show's Gallery event raises funds for Forgotten Harvest with luxury car showcase

Detroit Auto Show's Gallery event raises funds for Forgotten Harvest with luxury car showcase

The Detroit Auto Show kicked off with The Gallery, an exclusive event featuring ultra-luxury vehicles to benefit Forgotten Harvest, a local food rescue organization.

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Jan 14
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Starlink offering free service in Iran, where other communications were cut in protest crackdown

Starlink offering free service in Iran, where other communications were cut in protest crackdown

Activists say the satellite internet provider Starlink now offers free service in Iran. Mehdi Yahyanejad, a Los Angeles-based activist who has helped get the units into Iran, told The Associated Press that the free service had started. Other activists also...

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Jan 14
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City of Raleigh launches AI pilot program to improve signal wait times

City of Raleigh launches AI pilot program to improve signal wait times

Most drivers can agree — having to sit at a red light when you are the only car around is frustrating. Now, the City of Raleigh is testing artificial intelligence to cut down on unnecessary wait times.

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Jan 13
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Amplifi Vascular Gains FDA Breakthrough Device Status & CMS Category B

Amplifi Vascular Gains FDA Breakthrough Device Status & CMS Category B

A Breakthrough in Dialysis Access

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Jan 13
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Transformers get real: Kubota brings electric tractor concept to CES [video]

Transformers get real: Kubota brings electric tractor concept to CES [video]

Kubota showed up to CES 2026 with a number of advanced, autonomous, and electric agricultural equipment meant to make farming cleaner and greener. The best part? The company’s latest farm robot is called Transformer, and it’s just begging for an action figure! more...

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Jan 13
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Boeing beats Airbus on orders, still behind on production

Boeing beats Airbus on orders, still behind on production

Boeing booked more orders in 2025 than its European rival, but Airbus continued to produce more planes than Boeing for the seventh year in a row.

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Jan 13
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AI Hoaxes Are Really Screwing With the Monkey Search in St. Louis

AI Hoaxes Are Really Screwing With the Monkey Search in St. Louis

St. Louis is currently suffering through an embarrassingly modern problem: several monkeys are loose somewhere in the city, and AI is making it much harder to figure out where they are... and if there actually are any at all. As reported by the Associated Press, the escapees have been identified as vervet monkeys, first spotted [...]The post AI Hoaxes Are Really Screwing With the Monkey Search in St. Louis appeared first on VICE.

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Jan 13
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Viofo A229 Ultra review: pushing dashcam technology to its limits

Viofo A229 Ultra review: pushing dashcam technology to its limits

Viofo’s A229 Ultra takes an already excellent dashcam and pushes resolution and coverage to the absolute limit

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Jan 13
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Platteville library's series of tech discussions continues Jan. 29

Platteville library's series of tech discussions continues Jan. 29

PLATTEVILLE, Wis. — Platteville Public Library staff will lead a discussion on creating strong online passwords as part of a continuing series of free presentations on technology basics.

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Jan 13
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Viofo A229 Ultra review: pushing dashcam technology to its limits

Viofo A229 Ultra review: pushing dashcam technology to its limits

Viofo’s A229 Ultra takes an already excellent dashcam and pushes resolution and coverage to the absolute limit

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Jan 13
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Unihertz Titan 2 Elite Signals a New Era for the Physical Keyboard Phone

Unihertz Titan 2 Elite Signals a New Era for the Physical Keyboard Phone

The post Unihertz Titan 2 Elite Signals a New Era for the Physical Keyboard Phone appeared first on Android Headlines.

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Jan 12
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Meta’s Metaverse Dream Takes Another Hit as It Plans Layoffs Within Reality Labs

Meta’s Metaverse Dream Takes Another Hit as It Plans Layoffs Within Reality Labs

Meta’s long-running metaverse ambitions appear to be facing yet another reality check. According to a report from The New York Times (via The Verge), Meta is expected to lay off roughly 10 percent of its Reality Labs workforce, with the cuts primarily affecting employees working on metaverse-related projects. The reported layoffs come as Meta continues [...]

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Jan 12
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Apple calls on Google to help smarten up Siri and bring other AI features to the iPhone

Apple calls on Google to help smarten up Siri and bring other AI features to the iPhone

Apple will lean on Google to help finish its bungled attempts to smarten up its virtual assistant Siri and bring other artificial intelligence features to the iPhone as the trendsetting company plays catch up in technology’s latest craze. The deal...

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Jan 12
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Apple calls on Google to help smarten up Siri and bring other AI features to the iPhone

Apple calls on Google to help smarten up Siri and bring other AI features to the iPhone

Apple will lean on Google to help finish its bungled attempts to smarten up its virtual assistant Siri and bring other artificial intelligence features to the iPhone as the trendsetting company plays catch up in technology’s latest craze. The deal...

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Jan 12
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Google Pulls AI Overviews for Health Searches After Safety Warnings

Google Pulls AI Overviews for Health Searches After Safety Warnings

The post Google Pulls AI Overviews for Health Searches After Safety Warnings appeared first on Android Headlines.

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Jan 12
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Malaysia, Indonesia become first to block Musk’s Grok over AI sexually explicit AI images

Malaysia, Indonesia become first to block Musk’s Grok over AI sexually explicit AI images

Malaysia and Indonesia have blocked access to Elon Musk's AI chatbot Grok due to its misuse in generating explicit images. Authorities in both countries acted over the weekend, citing concerns about non-consensual and sexual deepfakes. Regulators say existing controls cannot...

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Jan 12
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Contactless electricity: Bladeless Tesla turbine turns static electricity into usable power

Contactless electricity: Bladeless Tesla turbine turns static electricity into usable power

This system achieves peak outputs of 800 V and 2.5 A at 325 Hz without requiring any additional particles leveraging electrostatic charges.

interestingengineering
Jan 12
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2026 Cloud Revolution: AI-Driven Hardware, Nvidia & AMD Advances

2026 Cloud Revolution: AI-Driven Hardware, Nvidia & AMD Advances

In 2026, cloud computing undergoes a hardware revolution driven by AI demands, specialized silicon from Nvidia and AMD, memory tiering, and networking innovations like 1.6 Tbps switches. Frameworks like CloudSpecs help decode these shifts, addressing power constraints and efficiency for sustainable, scalable infrastructure. This evolution promises unprecedented capabilities if challenges are overcome.

webpronews
Jan 11
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The 'Nano Banana Pro' experiment: AI detection tools prove useless

The 'Nano Banana Pro' experiment: AI detection tools prove useless

Can software save us from deepfakes? We put six detection tools to the test with a 'Nano Banana Pro' image. The results show that current tech is easily outsmarted. Simple edits using standard software were enough to drop detection rates to almost zero.

notebookcheck
Jan 11
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Chargers vs. Patriots NFL player props, SGP: Self-learning AI backs Herbert Under 31.5 pass attempts on 'SNF'

Chargers vs. Patriots NFL player props, SGP: Self-learning AI backs Herbert Under 31.5 pass attempts on 'SNF'

NFL prop picks and SGP bets for Wild Card Weekend's Los Angeles vs. New England on 'Sunday Night Football' from the SportsLine Machine Learning Model AI

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Jan 11
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Google teams up with Walmart and other retailers to enable shopping within Gemini AI chatbot

Google teams up with Walmart and other retailers to enable shopping within Gemini AI chatbot

NEW YORK — Google said Sunday that it is expanding the shopping features in its AI chatbot by teaming up with Walmart, Shopify, Wayfair and other big retailers to turn the Gemini app into a virtual merchant as well as an assistant.

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Jan 11
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Kroger Scales Generative AI Strategy with Google Cloud to Drive Digital Growth and Personalization

Kroger Scales Generative AI Strategy with Google Cloud to Drive Digital Growth and Personalization

Kroger will use Google Cloud new agentic platform, Gemini Enterprise for Customer Experience, to simplify and transform how customers shop and eat

wvnews
Jan 11
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Hanshow Collaborates with Microsoft to Explore Store Digital Twin for the Future of Retail at NRF 2026

Hanshow Collaborates with Microsoft to Explore Store Digital Twin for the Future of Retail at NRF 2026

NEW YORK, Jan. 11, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Hanshow, a global leader in electronic shelf labels (ESL) and digital store solutions, today announced a strategic collaboration with Microsoft at NRF 2026, focused on exploring the future framework of Store Digital Twin...

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Jan 11
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Dose of Uncertainty: Experts Wary of AI Health Gadgets at Consumer Electronics Show

Dose of Uncertainty: Experts Wary of AI Health Gadgets at Consumer Electronics Show

(MedPage Today) -- Health tech gadgets displayed at the annual Consumer Electronics Show (CES) make a lot of promises. A smart scale promoted a healthier lifestyle by scanning your feet to track your heart health, and an egg-shaped hormone tracker...

medpagetoday
Jan 11
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Another Linux desktop environment goes Wayland-only as it prepares to change version after a decade

Another Linux desktop environment goes Wayland-only as it prepares to change version after a decade

A huge change for its users.

xda_developers
Jan 11
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Pricer Launches Commercially Ready Pricer Avenuetm At NRF, Redefining The Shelf Edge For High-Value Retail Zones

Pricer Launches Commercially Ready Pricer Avenuetm At NRF, Redefining The Shelf Edge For High-Value Retail Zones

(MENAFN - PR Newswire) Positive feedback from world's first pilot trial, supported by independent research, with additional pilots planned .NEW YORK, Jan. 11, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Pricer today ...

menafn
Jan 11
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GAC's Quark Electric Drive Achieves The World's First Dakks ASIL D Functional Safety And Information Security Dual Certification

GAC's Quark Electric Drive Achieves The World's First Dakks ASIL D Functional Safety And Information Security Dual Certification

(MENAFN - PR Newswire)GUANGZHOU, China, Jan. 11, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Recently, GAC's independently developed Quark E-Drive power domain control system has achieved the world's first dual ...

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Jan 11
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5 Useful New Features Your Android Phone Got For Free In 2025

5 Useful New Features Your Android Phone Got For Free In 2025

These Android updates are less about flash and more about trust, helping with scams, emergencies, tracking people, and constant notification noise.

slashgear
Jan 11
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Mark Zuckerberg’s Meta Signs Major Nuclear Energy Deal to Power AI Data Centers

Mark Zuckerberg’s Meta Signs Major Nuclear Energy Deal to Power AI Data Centers

Source of breaking news and analysis, insightful commentary and original reporting, curated and written specifically for the new generation of independent and conservative thinkers.

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Jan 10
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