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Senate removes ban on state AI regulations from Trump's tax bill
Senate removes ban on state AI regulations from Trump's tax bill
States will be able to enact AI legislation again - but a federal plan remains unclear, and the clock is ticking.
July 1, 2025
Anker just recalled another 5 power banks - how to get a refund or free replacement
Anker just recalled another 5 power banks - how to get a refund or free replacement
Here's how to tell if your device is affected by this recall and get a free replacement.
July 1, 2025
I'm a shopping editor, and these are the top Costco deals I'd buy now
I'm a shopping editor, and these are the top Costco deals I'd buy now
We found the best Costco deals you can shop right now, ahead of Amazon Prime Day.
July 1, 2025
Linux's remarkable journey from one dev's hobby to 40 million lines of code - and counting
Linux's remarkable journey from one dev's hobby to 40 million lines of code - and counting
Longtime programmer Jonathan Corbet tells the story of Linux and reveals what's made it successful over its three decades.
July 1, 2025
Lock down your AT&T account to prevent SIM swapping attacks - here's how
Lock down your AT&T account to prevent SIM swapping attacks - here's how
The new Wireless Account Lock prevents someone from moving your phone number to a different device.
July 1, 2025
Why I recommend this Hisense's QLED TV over pricier OLED models - especially at $900 off
Why I recommend this Hisense's QLED TV over pricier OLED models - especially at $900 off
The Hisense U8QG punches above its price, bringing premium features to the budget and midrange TV space. Here's why it's one of the smartest buys right now.
July 1, 2025
These are the top 10 products readers bought in June 2025
These are the top 10 products readers bought in June 2025
Here's the scoop on the most popular items ZDNET readers bought last month. We've tested every product on the list.
July 1, 2025
I've been in tech for decades. Here are 10 ways my home lab keeps me sharp - and employable
I've been in tech for decades. Here are 10 ways my home lab keeps me sharp - and employable
From improving troubleshooting skills to boosting confidence, there are plenty of benefits to having a home lab.
July 1, 2025
Play Fortnite? You can claim part of Epic's $245 million settlement payout - for one more week
Play Fortnite? You can claim part of Epic's $245 million settlement payout - for one more week
If you or your child were tricked into making a purchase in the video game Fortnite, you can still file a claim. Here's how.
July 1, 2025
Your Samsung phone just got a big security upgrade for free (these models included)
Your Samsung phone just got a big security upgrade for free (these models included)
With phone thefts on the rise, Samsung is rolling out new security features - here's how to activate them and keep your device safer.
July 1, 2025
Balancing security and usability in digital authentication
Balancing security and usability in digital authentication
Strong authentication must balance security with ease of use to avoid losing customer trust and business.
July 1, 2025
South Korea pauses central bank digital currency project
South Korea pauses central bank digital currency project
Concerns over costs and unclear commercial plans prompted the Bank of Korea to reconsider its CBDC project.
July 1, 2025