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Beyond the Algorithm: How TikTok Became Beijing's Window into Western Minds
New DW Documentary Exposes TikTok's Role as Chinese Propaganda and Surveillance Tool.

Would You Download the Nonexistent VLC 42.0?
Uncovering the quirky side of your favorite player - where easter eggs meet everyday computing.

This Mystery AI Called 'Nano Banana' Is Beating Every Image Editor on LMArena
Finally, an AI image editor that actually keeps you looking like you across multiple edits - and it's currently the #1 rated model in the world.

How Microsoft Turned Windows 11 Setup Into an Endurance Test
Learn why your new PC takes more time to set up and what you can do about it.

Flyoobe 1.5 Puts Every Windows Install Tool in One Place
Get instant access to every Windows installation and repair tool you need with Flyoobe 1.5's all-in-one interface that puts native Windows utilities and third-party installers at your fingertips.

HandBrake Polishes Video Encoding Experience
HandBrake 1.10.1 is here! Fixes x265 issues, SVT-AV1 presets, adds Windows ARM64 improvements, and more. Open-source video transcoding, now with tropical vibes.

The 5-Second Shift: How Midjourney Weaponized Ancient H.264 to Kill Traditional Content
While Hollywood spends millions on 2-hour movies, a quiet shift is brewing in 5-second intervals.

Microsoft's Largest 2025 Patch Update Fixes 111 Flaws Including Kerberos Zero-Day
Latest Microsoft Patch Tuesday fixes 111 security flaws including zero-day vulnerability.

Why Did Grok AI Call Trump 'Most Notorious Criminal' in DC
Breaking coverage of AI controversies and their intersection with politics, featuring in-depth analysis of tech industry conflicts and government responses.

AI Startup Perplexity Shocks Tech World with $34.5 Billion Chrome Acquisition Bid
Breaking technology acquisitions and antitrust developments covering major AI companies, browser competition, and regulatory actions that are reshaping the digital landscape and search industry.

How Google Spent Two Years Watching ChatGPT Do the Homework
Google Gemini Finally Discovers the Copy-Paste Function: Memory and Temporary Chats Arrive.

Microsoft Confirms Windows 10 End of Support Date: October 14, 2025
Microsoft has set the official end-of-support date for Windows 10, marking a critical transition point for millions of users worldwide.

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darktable RAW Editor Beats Adobe at Their Own Game
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VVC H.266 Encoder Slashes Bandwidth Costs While Enabling 8K Live Streaming
Live streaming providers and video engineers searching for next-gen codec solutions now have proven VVC (H.266) technology that delivers immediate bandwidth savings without hardware requirements.

Your Streaming Experience Is About to Get Much Better Thanks to AI
Technology updates that directly impact your daily streaming experience, explained in simple terms with practical benefits you'll actually notice.

PNG Images Just Got a Major Upgrade After 20 Years: Here's What Changed
Major updates to everyday image formats that improve photo quality and web browsing experiences.

Get ACDSee Free: Professional Photo Editing Software with AI Features
ACDSee has launched its free photo editing software featuring artificial intelligence enhancements and comprehensive digital asset management capabilities.

Better Voice Messages Are Coming to Your Phone!
Good news for anyone who sends voice messages: a new technology called xHE-AAC is being added to the RCS messaging system.

This Free Meta Tool Edits Your Videos Like a Pro
Meta’s AI video editor lets users apply cinematic effects to short videos with zero editing experience.
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