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Amazon's Last-Gen Kindle Paperwhite Discounted 30% During October Prime Day
The Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition drops to $170 during October Prime Day, offering 32GB storage, wireless charging, and ad-free reading at a significant discount from its original $250 price.
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PlayStation Portal OLED Leak: New CFI-Y2000 and CFI-Y2105 Models Certified by Wi-Fi Alliance
Two new PlayStation devices, model numbers CFI-Y2000 and CFI-Y2105, have surfaced in Wi-Fi Alliance certifications, fueling rumors of an OLED-upgraded Portal handheld running Android 15.
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Alexa Loses Aux Voice Control on Echo Speakers
Amazon has disabled Alexa voice commands for the 3.5mm aux input on select Echo speakers, though the physical port still works. Owners can still control audio via the app or Bluetooth.
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Anthropic Announces Free Claude Team Year and $1,000 in Credits for Eligible Startups
Anthropic opens its Claude for Startups program, offering qualifying early-stage companies a free year of Claude Team, $1,000 in API credits, and access to the Claude Marketplace to accelerate AI-powered product development.
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Furientis Secures $25M Benchmark Investment for Low-Cost Missile Interceptors
Benchmark leads $25M into Furientis, a startup building mass-produced, low-cost missile interceptors to address critical U.S. defense stockpile gaps.
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Mirror Particle Unveils AI World Model to Predict Human Behavior
Mirror Particle emerges from stealth with a custom AI world model designed to predict human behavior and explain the motivations behind consumer actions. The San Francisco startup aims to replace guesswork with longitudinal, data-driven...
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JioHotstar Partners with Starzplay for Middle East Expansion
JioHotstar expands into the Middle East and North Africa through a partnership with Starzplay, offering Indian content to the region's large South Asian diaspora.
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Hark Pro Launches as a Privacy-First AI Personal Assistant
Hark, the startup founded by Brett Adcock, today releases Hark Pro, a free AI personal assistant that automates computer tasks while prioritizing user privacy and transparency.
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Trump Extends U.S. Aid to Russia Following Siberian Plague Death
President Trump offered U.S. assistance to Russia after a laboratory worker died of plague in Siberia, as WHO assesses the risk to the public as low and authorities investigate the cause of death.
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China Bank Closures, Oil Supply Concerns, and AI Safety Alerts
China closes a record 670 banks amid financial system consolidation, Saudi Aramco warns oil stockpiles may take two years to rebuild, and AI safety concerns grow as markets react.
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The Johannesburg Stock Exchange and Technology Innovation Agency have launched a 16-week pilot to help 10 South African tech SMEs in health, agriculture, and fintech become investment-ready and access new sources of capital.
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Iran's Hormuz Plan Tests Trump's Diplomatic Stance
Iran unveiled a seven-day plan to reopen the strategic Strait of Hormuz, but former President Donald Trump reportedly shot down the proposal, citing skepticism over Tehran's compliance.
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NSCDC Pledges Transparency as Investigation Unfolds After 37 Miner Deaths in Niger State
NSCDC Commandant General Abubakar Audi assured families and the public of full cooperation with a presidential probe into the deaths of 37 artisanal miners in Niger State, pledging justice and accountability.
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Spanish Woman Rescued From Forced Marriage in Pakistan After Family Deception
A Spanish woman was rescued and returned home after being deceived into traveling to Pakistan and forced into a cousin marriage, authorities confirm. The case sheds light on transnational forced marriage risks.
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Operation FANSAN YAMMA Rescues 14 Kidnapped Victims, Seizes Arms in Kaduna and Katsina
Operation FANSAN YAMMA troops intercepted terrorist movements, rescued 14 kidnap victims, and recovered weapons across Kaduna and Katsina States in a coordinated crackdown between September 23 and 25, 2026.
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Tinubu Urges Nigerians to Keep Hope Alive Ahead of 66th Independence Day
President Tinubu urged Nigerians to maintain hope as the nation prepares to mark 66 years of independence, emphasizing ongoing reforms and a brighter future despite past challenges.
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Sony 65-inch Bravia 6 OLED 4K TV: Over $300 Off Ahead of Prime Day
Score a rare $300+ discount on the Sony 65-inch Bravia 6 OLED 4K TV at Amazon before October Prime Day, featuring Dolby Vision, Google TV, and cinema-grade picture quality.