Will AI fix prior authorization—or make it worse?
The government is piloting a program that uses AI for insurance-coverage decisions….
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Apple has banned home service content on upcoming Maps ads
Apple has banned home service content on upcoming Maps ads
The company may be trying to save ad space for local businesses.
Apple may try to focus ads in Apple Maps on local businesses and points of interest, based on new
to introduce ads to its maps app in March 2026, but hasn’t shared an exact …
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France doubles down on restricting access to Polymarket
France doubles down on restricting access to Polymarket
The country’s gambling authority ordered ISPs to block access to the prediction market’s website.
France is doubling down on preventative measures for its citizens trying to access
(ANJ), the country’s independent regulatory authority in cha…
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Best Smart Speakers for 2026: Big Sound and So Much More
, shelves, kitchen counters, TV stands and even bedroom cabinets. The best versions
to easily fill a room with sound, while their smarts enable
Amazon has many Echo speakers, and it can be tricky to determine what’s the latest and greatest. My personal pick for 2026 is the new, somewhat Death Star…
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Xbox execs say the console exclusives comeback is just getting started
Xbox executives have confirmed the return to console exclusives has only just started. In a recent interview with
, chief strategy officer Matthew Ball and chief content officer Matt Booty said that two upcoming games are locked in as permanent exclusives, with more already in the works.
Gears of …
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This Gore Verbinski sci-fi comedy is one of the 3 underrated Hulu movies you should watch this weekend (July 18-19)
This story is part of Weekend Watchlist, a series that showcases hidden gems and underrated films tucked away in your favorite streaming libraries.
‘s library is stacked with gems that deserve way more attention than they’re getting, and this weekend’s picks prove it. We have a dark Korean thriller…
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Google might not kneecap the Pixel 11a with an old processor
Google might not kneecap the Pixel 11a with an old processor
The leak also suggests the Tensor G6 will feature a more reliable MediaTek modem.
The leak also suggests the Tensor G6 will feature a more reliable MediaTek modem.
is the Verge’s weekend editor. He’s covered the tech industry for over 1…
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The Best Motion Sensors and Home Security Gadgets Without Cameras
cheap and abundant, but many folks are uncomfortable with the idea of a video feed showing the inside of their home. Even as a security camera reviewer, I get it. The risks add up quickly, whether it’s
to the internet, powerful microphones picking up your private conversations, or overzealous compa…
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4 Best Walking Pads for Small Spaces and Standing Desks (2026)
, the best walking pads are slim (often portable) machines that can slide under your standing desk or fit anywhere in your home, letting you rack up steps while working, binge-watching, or just avoiding human interaction. Sitting at your desk all day is literally a pain. It’s terrible for
and takes…
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Google-backed satellites for wildfire detection launch as smoke chokes US, Canada
The FireSat program can spot wildfires that other satellites miss….
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Will AI fix prior authorization—or make it worse?
The government is piloting a program that uses AI for insurance-coverage decisions….
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Apple has banned home service content on upcoming Maps ads
Apple has banned home service content on upcoming Maps ads
The company may be trying to save ad space for local businesses.
Apple may try to focus ads in Apple Maps on local businesses and points of interest, based on new
to introduce ads to its maps app in March 2026, but hasn’t shared an exact …