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TechnologyMay 7

US States Consider Legislation to Allow Plug-in Balcony Solar Systems

Dozens of US states are considering legislation to permit small plug-in solar arrays that require minimal installation and could reduce electricity bills.

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TechnologyApr 16

Meta Raises Quest VR Headset Prices by $50-$100 Citing RAM Shortage

Meta is increasing prices for its Quest 3 and Quest 3S virtual reality headsets by $50 to $100 starting April 19, blaming a global memory shortage.

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TechnologyMay 20

Cambridge Votes to End ShotSpotter Gunfire Detection Contract Within 90 Days

Cambridge, Massachusetts city council voted to terminate its contract with ShotSpotter gunfire detection technology citing concerns over accuracy and enforcement.

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TechnologyMay 20

Mercedes-AMG Introduces Electric GT 4-Door While Ram Unveils V-8 Muscle Trucks

Auto manufacturers take divergent approaches as Mercedes-AMG launches electric performance vehicle and Ram debuts V-8 powered trucks.

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TechnologyMar 11

Anduril Acquires Space Surveillance Firm ExoAnalytic Solutions

Defense technology company Anduril has acquired space surveillance firm ExoAnalytic Solutions and doubled the size of its space division.

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TechnologyApr 5

Mixed Technology and Finance News Highlights Market Developments

Various technology and finance stories emerge including potential SpaceX IPO discussions, UK truck electrification plans, and stock market outlook.

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TechnologyMar 17

US Government Confirms Tesla-LG Energy Solution $4.3 Billion Battery Deal

The US government has officially confirmed a $4.3 billion battery supply agreement between Tesla and LG Energy Solution.

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TechnologyApr 3

Multiple European Institutions Hit by Cyber Attacks in Recent Wave

Italy's Uffizi Gallery, Northern Ireland's school system, and the European Commission have all been targeted by hackers in separate cyber attacks.

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TechnologyMar 26

Defense Contractor Shield AI Achieves $12.7B Valuation After Air Force Contract Win

Defense technology startup Shield AI reached a $12.7 billion valuation, marking a 140% increase in one year following a U.S. Air Force contract.

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TechnologyMar 16

U.S. Military Explores Laser Technology to Counter Iranian Drone Threats

The U.S. military is developing laser weapons systems as a cost-effective solution to counter inexpensive Iranian drones that are straining weapons stockpiles.

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TechnologyMay 19

Plex Significantly Increases Lifetime Pass Pricing, Considers Eliminating Option

Streaming service Plex has raised the price of its Lifetime Pass by 200%, indicating potential shift away from one-time payment model.

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TechnologyMay 12

Global Internet Infrastructure Faces Vulnerability at Key Maritime Chokepoints

Most global internet traffic relies on undersea fiber optic cables that pass through narrow maritime passages, creating potential security risks.

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TechnologyApr 3

Florida Enforces Social Media Age Restrictions with Penalties for Tech Companies

Florida moves to enforce its social media law targeting underage users, with Meta beginning to remove accounts for children under 14.

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TechnologyMar 25

Reddit Introduces Human Verification for Accounts Showing Bot-Like Behavior

Reddit will require users exhibiting automated or suspicious behavior to verify they are human as part of expanded anti-bot measures.

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TechnologyApr 27

Chinese Hacker Extradited to U.S. for Cyberattacks on Thousands of Organizations

Xu Zewei has been extradited to the United States to face charges related to alleged participation in Chinese government-backed cyberattacks.

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