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Threat actors with ties to the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea (aka DPRK or North Korea) have been observed seeking job opportunities beyond the information technology (IT) sector, with recent investigations identifying suspected workers employed in sales and marketing and the medical profession. The ongoing insider threat is part of what has been described as the IT worker scheme, where North Korea leverages its network of skilled IT workers, both within and outside the country, to fraudulently land jobs in Fortune 500 companies and private sector firms across the world and remotely earn income to further Pyongyang’s unlawful nuclear weapons…

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Streaming boxes just got a lot more expensive across the board, and Google’s newest hardware isn’t spared either. The Google TV Streamer quietly jumped from $99 to $149, a steep 50% increase, with the new pricing already live on the Google Store and Best Buy. If you’ve been holding off on buying one, you’ll want to act fast, since some retailers haven’t caught up to the new price yet. Streaming boxes keep getting pricier; Google TV Streamer is the latest to jump 50% Amazon recently hiked prices across its Echo, Kindle, and Fire TV lineup, pushing its Fire TV Stick…

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Need some help with today’s Mini Crossword? I was not expecting a British Royal Family clue, but 4-Down came through with one. Keep calm, and carry on for all the answers. Mini across clues and answers 1A clue: Peering pairAnswer: EYES  5A clue: “Hugs and kisses” sign-offAnswer: XOXO 6A clue: Support, as for a corporate planAnswer: BUYIN 7A clue: Words exchanged at the wedding altarAnswer: IDOS 8A clue: Email sign-offAnswer: BEST The completed NYT Mini Crossword puzzle for Sept. 1, 2026.NYT/Screenshot by CNET Mini down clues and answers 1D clue: Give off stronglyAnswer: EXUDE 2D clue: Toys on stringsAnswer: YOYOS…

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The MIT Quantum Initiative (QMIT) has launched a new postdoctoral fellowship program to accelerate interdisciplinary quantum research and develop the next generation of scientific leaders working at the frontiers of quantum science and technology.Supported by a grant from the Gordon and Betty Moore Foundation, the program reflects QMIT’s vision of expanding the boundaries of quantum science by encouraging researchers to connect quantum approaches with other disciplines and emerging applications. As opportunities in quantum research expand, investing in outstanding early-career researchers has never been more important. These fellowships are designed to help cultivate the next generation of quantum leaders, providing the resources and…

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A fake GTA 6 demo circulating through convincing Rockstar Games lookalike sites is actually password-stealing malware. No legitimate Grand Theft Auto VI demo is available to download, and Rockstar has not announced a PC version. The scam matters beyond gaming accounts because the malware targets information stored in web browsers, including passwords, cookies, and authenticated sessions. If the affected browser is also used for email, work apps, banking, or shopping, those accounts may be exposed too. How the fake GTA 6 demo scam works Malwarebytes identified a network of sites impersonating Rockstar Games and promoting a supposed GTA 6 demo.…

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Mattress deals come around pretty frequently, which means you can almost always save at least some money. But the very best deals come around Memorial Day, Labor Day, Black Friday, and Cyber Monday. If you’re in the market for a new bed, or you need some sleep accessories like bedding, pillows, or blankets, we’ve found deals on tried-and-tested favorites. We’ll update this story again as more Labor Day mattress deals go live.Be sure to check out our related roundups for deals on tools, outdoor gear, tech, and kitchen goods.WIRED Featured Mattress DealsOur Top MattressHelix Sleep Midnight Luxe Hybrid Mattress (14-Inch)Show…

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From airline deals to hotel discounts, businesses are profiting from fitness races all over the world There’s a new reason Singaporeans are booking flights, and it’s not for the beach or a bowl of ramen. It’s a start line. In Aug 2026, more than 20,000 athletes, including those from Singapore, turned up in Bangkok for what organisers called the biggest HYROX race in Asia’s history. It was four days of runs and workouts that test endurance at the Queen Sirikit National Convention Centre, up from three days and roughly 17,500 racers just months earlier in Mar.  Singapore had already had…

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Enterprise infrastructure strategy is being rewritten around the private AI cloud, as security exposure, spiking hardware prices and rising token costs push artificial intelligence workloads back inside the data center. What started as a virtualization refresh has become the main event for on-premises computing. That shift has put platform consolidation at the center of enterprise buying decisions, a theme running through this year’s VMware Explore. Broadcom Inc. has spent three years folding VMware’s accumulated products into a single stack, and customers ranging from small businesses to United Airlines, Audi and the London Stock Exchange are now running on it, according…

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Marc Whitten, the new president and CEO of Dolby Laboratories. (Dolby Photo) — Marc Whitten, a former Microsoft and Amazon executive, was named president and CEO of San Francisco-based Dolby Laboratories. He succeeds Kevin Yeaman, who is retiring after leading the entertainment technology company for nearly 20 years. Whitten spent 17 years at Microsoft, rising to corporate vice president and chief product officer for Xbox. He went on to serve as chief product officer at Sonos before joining Amazon as vice president of entertainment devices and services, overseeing products including Alexa, Kindle and Fire TV. He later served as president…

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