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  • The demand for data centers is projected to surge, expected to increase energy consumption by nearly 300% by 2035, contributing to rising electricity prices and prompting discussions about energy management in the tech sector.
  • Europol's crackdown on cryptocurrency-related crimes highlights ongoing security challenges, as evidenced by the shutdown of Cryptomixer, which allegedly laundered €1.3 billion, reflecting the growing scrutiny on the crypto market.
  • OpenAI's recent investments raise questions about the viability of new ventures, with analysts concerned about potential inflation of valuations within the AI industry, suggesting a broader bubble may be forming.
  • The introduction of new AI chatbots by major companies like Amazon has significantly impacted sales, with reports indicating a 100% increase in sales when using such technologies during peak shopping seasons like Black Friday.
  • Cyber Monday deals are dominating the current retail landscape, providing unprecedented discounts across a wide range of tech products and services, as consumers take advantage of ongoing promotions from leading brands.

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  • Marques Brownlee's controversial Panels app is shutting down 38 minutes ago by Lawrence Bonk
    Software, Mobile Apps, Technology & Electronics, site|engadget, provider_name|Engadget, region|US, language|en-US, author_name|Lawrence Bonk

    Marques Brownlee's Panels app is shutting down on December 31. The creators blame this on a shifting development team, as they weren't able to "bring in collaborators who shared our passion and vision, and we weren't able to find the right fit." Annual subscribers will get a refund when the app shutters and any downloaded wallpapers will still be available to use. Additionally, the developers will be making the app's code available to "allow anyone to build on what we started." Brownlee, a popular tech YouTuber who goes by MKBHD, introduced the Panels app back in 2024. It sailed to the top

  • Cyber Monday subscription and streaming deals are here: Big discounts on Apple TV+, HBO Max, Disney+, Proton VPN and more 41 minutes ago by Sam Chapman
    Technology & Electronics, site|engadget, provider_name|Engadget, region|US, language|en-US, author_name|Sam Chapman

    Cyber Monday is ongoing, with amazing deals still available for some of our favorite subscription services. This is a great time to lock in a long-term deal on a streaming platform, but there's even more to explore beyond that, from a big discount on Quicken (which you can use to chart all the money you're saving) and one of the best offers I've ever seen for DeleteMe (which cleans your personal data off the internet while you kick back with your new Apple TV+ subscription). We'll update this list for the rest of the day as new deals go live. BEST

  • Cyber Monday speaker deals for 2025 are live: Save up to 50 percent on Bluetooth speakers, smart speakers and soundbars 43 minutes ago by Sam Chapman
    Speakers & Headphones, Audio Technology, Technology & Electronics, site|engadget, provider_name|Engadget, region|US, language|en-US, author_name|Sam Chapman

    Cyber Monday features some of the best audio equipment deals you're likely to see all year. Whether you've been thinking about upgrading your home soundsystem, you're planning a party, or you just want something nice to listen to while you cook, we've found discounts on a speaker you'll love. The deals on this list range across brands, with offerings from Ultimate Ears, Bose, Beats and more, plus Sonos and Amazon Echo smart speakers and soundbars from Sony and JBL. We'll be curating this list all throughout the rest of Cyber Monday, so check back regularly for new audiophile-approved recommendations. BEST CYBER

  • Cyber Monday deals under $50: Apple AirTags, Legos, Ugreen chargers, Blink cameras and more 43 minutes ago by Amy Skorheim
    Technology & Electronics, Handheld & Connected Devices, site|engadget, provider_name|Engadget, region|US, language|en-US, author_name|Amy Skorheim

    Sure, Cyber Monday is a fine time to save on big ticket items, like gaming consoles and TVs, but it’s also a wise opportunity to snag smaller devices and accessories at a discount. Here, we’ve gathered together our favorite and recommended electronics that fall under the $50 mark. Cables, chargers, speakers, smart plugs, portable batteries and streaming sticks — all Engadget-tested for our dozens of buying guides and countless reviews. We've also found a lot of streaming deals under $50, including six months of Apple TV, a year of HBO and more — just be aware that those all expire

  • Paramount+ Cyber Monday streaming deal: Get either the Essential or Premium plan for only $3 per month for two months an hour ago by Georgie Peru
    Media, Arts & Entertainment, site|engadget, provider_name|Engadget, region|US, language|en-US, author_name|Georgie Peru

    While it might not be as big as HBO Max or Netflix, Paramount+ still has an excellent library of shows and movies, and you can get a two months of access for just $6 for Cyber Monday. Even better, you can pick either Paramount+ Essential or Premium plans and get the same $3-per-month deal, which makes this deal a great option if you want to test the waters, or sample the streaming service through the end of the year. The deal runs through December 2. Paramount+ continues to expand its catalog with a mix of current CBS shows, exclusive originals, classic


The Verge

  • Microsoft’s ugly sweaters return with Clippy, Xbox, and Zune brown options an hour ago by Tom Warren
    Gaming, Microsoft, News, Tech, Xbox

    Microsoft is bringing back its ugly sweaters for the holiday season. After taking a break for 2024, the company has an “Artifact” holiday sweater with lots of retro iconography, an even uglier Zune brown option, and even a green Xbox version. Clippy was the star of Microsoft’s ugly sweater in 2022, and the Artifact option this year puts the paperclip at the center, surrounded by MSN, Minesweeper, Internet Explorer, MS-DOS, and plenty of Windows logos. The Zune brown holiday sweater has a play button that I really hope lights something up. Both the Artifact and Zune sweaters are available for $79.95,

  • The Nintendo Switch 2 got its first-ever discount during Cyber Monday an hour ago by Brandt Ranj
    Cyber Monday, Deals, Gadgets, Gaming, Nintendo, Verge Shopping

    The Nintendo Switch 2 is on sale for the first time at Walmart. Plenty of Nintendo Switch games and Switch 2 accessories have gone on sale for Cyber Monday, but we didn’t expect Walmart or Amazon to offer the Mario Kart World bundle of the new console for $449.99 ($50 off). The game costs $79.99 on its own, and Nintendo’s limited-time bundle already saves you $30 compared to buying the console and game separately. Walmart’s discount effectively gets you the game for free while shaving a few bucks off the system’s price as well. NINTENDO SWITCH 2 The Nintendo Switch 2 has a

  • Today is your last chance to score Cyber Monday deals on Disney Plus, Hulu, and HBO Max 2 hours ago by Brandon Russell
    Cyber Monday, Deals, Entertainment, Gadgets, Streaming, Verge Shopping

    If you’re in the mood for horror, you can catch It: Welcome to Derry on HBO Max. If you’ve been looking for a new TV show or movie to watch, Cyber Monday is a great time snag a new streaming subscription. Right now, Disney, Hulu, HBO Max, Apple TV, and more are offering discounts on monthly and annual plans starting at just $2.99 a month. That means you save a bit of dough before catching the first few episodes of Vince Gilligan’s new sci-fi show Pluribus. HBO Max also has the new prequel series, It: Welcome to Derry, which follows Pennywise

  • Amazon and Google’s new cloud link could make it easier to deal with outages 2 hours ago by Emma Roth
    Amazon, Google, News, Tech

    Google and Amazon Web Services are teaming up to offer a link between their cloud services, as reported earlier by Reuters. With this tool, companies can establish a private connection between AWS and Google Cloud within “minutes,” giving online businesses a possible safety net if either of the providers experiences an outage. Though the tool is positioned as a way for customers to easily gain access to services from multiple cloud providers, Google says it comes with a “proactive monitoring system that detects and reacts to failures before customers suffer from their consequences.” It also offers a coordinated maintenance system designed

  • These great Cyber Monday tech deals will likely be gone tomorrow 2 hours ago by Sheena Vasani
    Black Friday, Cyber Monday, Deals, Gadgets, Tech, Verge Shopping

    December is kicking off with a bang. Cyber Monday is today, and it’s one of your last chances to score major deals before the holiday rush plows us all over. It’s a great moment to snag gadgets — many of which have been tested by The Verge — at (or close to) all-time lows if you missed out over the weekend, or if you methodically waited to shop until now. We’ve combed through the thousands of deals and gathered the best available below, so you can make the most of what’s left. Not only that, but we’ve also created some budget-


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