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Former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton has joined Bluesky, following in the footsteps of former president Barack Obama, who made his first post on the platform last week. Clinton confirmed her Bluesky accounts legitimacy in an Instagram story and a post on X.In her introductory post, Clinton wrote about the Wisconsin Supreme Court election taking place on Tuesday. The state judicial race is getting unprecedented attention on both sides of the aisle, since it determines the political bent of the swing states court, which will impact rulings on abortion rights, redistricting, and other issues.Musk has allegedly pumped more than $20 million into Republican candidate Brad Schimels campaign; he gave Trumps 2024 campaign around $250 million. Like his strategies during Trumps presidential run, Musk gave two Schimel voters checks for $1 million each. As X owner Elon Musk becomes more entrenched in the Trump administration, Bluesky has continued to emerge as an alternative social platform for people disillusioned by Musks politics and Xs shift to the right. Though Blueskys reach is smaller than that of the platform formerly known as Twitter, the open source network has north of 33 million users. But as Bluesky attracts high-profile users like Clinton and Obama, the platform is building more legitimacy as a competitor to X.

OpenAI says that it intends to release its first open language model since GPT2 in the coming months. Thats according to a feedback form the company published on its website Monday. The form, which OpenAI is inviting developers, researchers, and [members of] the broader community to fill out, includes questions like, What would you like to see in an open-weight model from OpenAI? and What open models have you used in the past?Were excited to collaborate with developers, researchers, and the broader community to gather inputs and make this model as useful as possible, OpenAI wrote on its website. If youre interested in joining a feedback session with the OpenAI team, please let us know [in the form] below.OpenAI plans to host developer events to gather feedback and, in the future, demo prototypes of the model. The first developer event will take place in San Francisco within a few weeks, followed by sessions in Europe and Asia-Pacific regions.OpenAI is facing increasing pressure from rivals such as Chinese AI lab DeepSeek that have adopted an open approach to launching models. In contrast to OpenAIs strategy, these open competitors make their models available to the AI community for experimentation and, in some cases, commercialization.It has proven to be a wildly successful strategy for some outfits. Meta, which has invested heavily in its Llama family of open AI models, said earlier in March that Llama had racked up over 1 billion downloads. Meanwhile, DeepSeek has quickly amassed a large worldwide user base and attracted the attention of domestic investors.In a recent Reddit Q&A, OpenAI CEO Sam Altman said that he thinks OpenAI has been on the wrong side of history when it comes to open-sourcing its technologies.[I personally think we need to] figure out a different open source strategy, Altman said. Not everyone at OpenAI shares this view, and its also not our current highest priority[] We will produce better models [going forward], but we will maintain less of a lead than we did in previous years.Altman expanded on OpenAIs open model plans in a post on X on Monday afternoon, saying that OpenAIs upcoming open model will have reasoning capabilities along the lines of OpenAIs o3-mini.[B]efore release, we will evaluate this model according [to] our preparedness framework, like we would for any other model, Altman said. [A]nd we will do extra work given that we know this model will be modified post-release [] [W]ere excited to see what developers build and how large companies and governments use it where they prefer to run a model themselves.Excerpts of a forthcoming book by Wall Street Journal reporter Keach Hagey published over the weekend allege that Altman misled OpenAI executives about model safety reviews prior to his brief ouster in November 2023.

HBO has just announced that production has begun on Season 3 of House of The Dragon. Based on George R.R. Martins book, Fire & Blood, the series is set 200 years before the events of Game of Thrones and tells the story of House Targaryen.Tommy Flanagan joins the Season 3 cast as Ser Roderick Dustin, while Dan Fogler will star as Ser Torrhen Manderly. Previously announced new season cast members include James Norton as Ormund Hightower.Returning cast members include Matt Smith, Emma DArcy, Olivia Cooke, Steve Toussaint, Rhys Ifans, Fabien Frankel, Ewan Mitchell, Tom Glynn-Carney, Sonoya Mizuno, Harry Collett, Bethany Antonia, Phoebe Campbell, Phia Saban, Jefferson Hall, Matthew Needham, Tom Bennett, Kieran Bew, Kurt Egyiawan, Freddie Fox, Clinton Liberty, Gayle Rankin, and Abubakar Salim.Directors for Season 3 are Clare Kilner, Nina Lopez-Corrado, Andrij Parekh, and Loni Peristere.Season 3 credits include Co-Creator/Showrunner/Executive Producer, Ryan Condal; Co-Creator/Executive Producer, George R.R. Martin; Executive Producers Sara Hess, Melissa Bernstein, Kevin de la Noy, Vince Gerardis, David Hancock, and Philippa Goslett.Season 2 VFX houses included BUF, Frame by Frame, FutureWorks Media, Incessant Rain Studios, Lux Machina Consulting, Midas VFX, MPC, MR. X, NVIZ, Outpost VFX, Pixomondo, The Third Floor, Weta FX, and Vast. No word yet on the new season.Source: HBO Dan Sarto is Publisher and Editor-in-Chief of Animation World Network.

Pair of Covered Vases (2024), acrylic, image transfer and marble dust emulsion on canvas, 56 x 62 inches. All photos by Jenny Gorman, courtesy of Hesse Flatow, shared with permissionFlowers Entwine Porcelain Animals and Objects in Lizzie Gills Surreal TablescapesMarch 31, 2025ArtGrace EbertTo have something be uncanny, you must first introduce the familiar, says Lizzie Gill. Likening her compositions to a dining tables place settings, the artist paints elaborate still lifes that explore the matriarchal lineages and how objects passed down shift in meaning over time.The vivid works feature flat backdrops met by boldly striped or floral linens and a menagerie of animals seized by fresh blooms. A marble and dust emulsion, which Gill layers on the acrylic-painted panel with a bakers piping tool, adds a life-like texture to the petals. She also utilizes an image-transfer process to translate various pieces from her mothers porcelain collection, further enmeshing her works in domestic traditions.Wedgwood (Nightlines) II (2025), acrylic, image transfer and marble dust emulsion on panel, 30 x 24 inchesThe still life, Gill says, is her preferred platform for exploring the tenets of Surrealism and what it means to be a steward. In Lunar Still Life (Avec Lhippopotame), for example, long stems coil around an animated porcelain seal and hippo rendered in delicate blue and white. Still Life With Four Cerulean Vessels is similarly lively as a miniature fox with a vine wrapped around its torso wanders across the tablescape.Decorating the vases are unlikely scenes depicting volcanic eruptions, rocket launches, and even a menacing twister ripping across the terrain. Embellishing antique forms with contemporary imagery, the works juxtapose the calm propriety associated with domestic spaces and world-changing, explosive actions generated by both humans and nature.Based in Sharon, Connecticut, Gill is currently researching historic textiles for upcoming works, and those shown here are on view in her solo exhibition Paraphernalia through April 26 at Hesse Flatow. Follow the latest on Instagram.Lunar Still Life (Avec Lhippopotame) (2025), acrylic, image transfer and marble dust emulsion on panel, 30 x 40 inchesDetail of Wedgwood (Nightlines) II (2025), acrylic, image transfer and marble dust emulsion on panel, 30 x 24 inchesStill Life With Four Cerulean Vessels (2025), acrylic, image transfer and marble dust emulsion on canvas, 48 x 40 inchesTea For Two (Avec Le Caniche) (2025), acrylic, image transfer and marble dust emulsion on canvas, 40 x 48 inchesWedgwood (Nightlines) III (2025), acrylic, image transfer and marble dust emulsion on panel, 30 x 24 inchesLunar Still Life (Avec le Elephant) (2025), acrylic, image transfer and marble dust emulsion on canvas, 60 x 80 inchesWedgwood (Nightlines) (2025), acrylic, image transfer and marble dust emulsion on panel, 30 x 24 inchesNext article

When is Amazon's Spring Sale 2025?This year, Amazon's Big Spring Sale begins on March 25 and ends on March 31.Are headphones and earbuds really cheaper during Amazon sales?Yes, you can find many headphones and earbuds at cheaper prices during Amazon's sales. However, the spring sale typically offers smaller discounts than Amazon's fall and holiday sales later in the year. During Amazon's sales, headphone and earbud brands also slash prices on their sites to compete for your dollars. Sometimes, prices are lower at other retailers, so you should compare factors like prices, return policies, and free items included with your purchase before buying. If you want all-time low prices on the latest headphones and earbuds, wait until later in the year.How did we choose these Spring Sale deals?I spend most of my time testing the latest headphones and earbuds and revisiting headphones and earbuds released in past years to provide our readers with the most sound buying advice. I also noticed products' retail prices and when the lowest prices were offered, typically later in the year.Additionally, by retesting products, I can determine if they're still worth hundreds of dollars a year or two later. If they are, I will still recommend them during significant sales. Another factor I consider is when newly-released products are on sale; if a product I recommended was released six months ago and is already on sale, I'll notify our readers to take advantage of the sale price.What are the best Amazon Spring Sale 2025 deals?ZDNET's experts are searching through Amazon's Spring Sale deals to find the best discounts by category. These are the best deals so far:You can also find the best Amazon Spring Sale deals by price:And the best deals from other retailers this week:Best anti-Amazon Spring Sale dealsLooking for the next best product? Get expert reviews and editor favorites withZDNET Recommends.

TheAmazon Big Spring Saleends tonight, so you don't have much time left if you've been on the fence about picking up any upgrades for your gaming space for less. Other retailers like Best Buy and Walmart are also offering their own discounts on gaming tech like laptops, desktops, and gaming monitors, so even if you do miss out, there's a chance you can still catch it on sale somewhere else.Also: The best Amazon Big Spring Sale deals live nowNot only can you find discounts on everything you need for PC gaming, but you can also find markdowns across Amazon for PS5, Xbox, and Nintendo Switch games, console bundles, and accessories. And with new deals going live almost every hour, I've created a list of the best deals for gaming PCs, consoles, and accessories to help you find the right fit for your budget.See at AmazonBest gaming deals for Amazon Big Spring Sale 2025Sony InZone H9: $198 (save $102): The official wireless headset for the PS5 with 360-degree spatial sound, noise-canceling tech, and support for PC use.HyperX Alloy Origins 60: $53 (save $47): A compact, ten-keyless gaming keyboard with HyperX linear red switches, RGB backlighting, and Ngenuity software support.Asus TUF A17 gaming laptop: $1,179 (save $321): An excellent midrange gaming laptop with a 17.3-inch display, 144Hz refresh rate, RTX 4060 graphics card, and AMD Ryzen 7 7735HS processor.Samsung T7 Shield 2TB portable SSD: $150 (save $135): Expand your game storage with this rugged 2TB portable SSD, with IP65 moisture and dust resistance and protection against shocks and drops.Gigabyte Aorus 16X: $1,500 (save $450): A high-end gaming laptop with a 165Hz refresh rate, RTX 4070 GPU, and Intel Core i7-14650HZ processor.Great gaming deals at other retailers Asus/ZDNET Current price: $1,180Original price: $1,500A mid-range gaming laptop with a 17-inch display that supports a 144Hz refresh rate, and is built with an RTX 4060 graphics card, AMD Ryzen 7 7735HS processor, 1TB SSD, and 16GB of RAM. Show more View now at Amazon Samsung/ZDNET Current price: $150Original price: $285A rugged portable SSD with 2TB of storage and an IP65 rating for moisture and dust resistance to help protect your data from corruption and loss. Show more View now at Amazon Gigabyte/ZDNET Current price: $1,500Original price: $1,950A high-end gaming laptop with a 16-inch display that supports a 165Hz refresh rate and 2560 x 1600 resolution. The device is built with an Intel Core i7-14650HX CPU, RTX 4070 graphics card, 32GB of RAM, and 1TB SSD. Show more View now at Amazon Sony/PlayStation/ZDNET Current price: $200Original price: $300The official wireless headset for the PlayStation 5 features 360-degree spatial audio for better immersion and a noise-canceling microphone for clearer in-game chat. Show more View now at Amazon Amazon Spring Sale 2025 gaming accessories deals HyperX/ZDNETHyperX Cloud Alpha Wireless: $143 (save $57): TheCloud Alpha Wirelessis one of my favorite gaming headsets. It has a 300-hour battery life, DTS Headphone:X spatial audio support, and a noise-canceling mic.Razer Viper V2 Pro HyperSpeed wireless: $100 (save $50): An excellent wireless gaming mouse with a 30K DPI sensor, 90-hour battery life, and 5 programmable buttons.SteelSeries Aerox 3 wireless: $60 (save $40): This is a great wireless gaming mouse with an 18K DPI sensor, an ultra-lightweight design, and IP54 moisture and dust resistance.Corsair Void RGB Elite wireless: $70 (save $40): This is a high-end wireless gaming headset with 7.1CH surround sound, 2.4GHz wireless connectivity, and an integrated microphone.Corsair HS80 RGB wireless: $100 (save $50): A premium wireless gaming headset with an integrated, broadcast-quality microphone, Dolby Atmos support, and iCUE support for custom RGB lighting.Logitech G915 TKL: $120 (save $110): A compact, tenkey-less gaming keyboard with integrated RGB lighting, low-profile switches, and 40 hours of playtime.Razer BlackWidow V3 Mini HyperSpeed: $100 (save $100): A tenkey-less, wireless version of Razer's flagship BlackWidow gaming keyboard with Phantom Pudding keycaps, a 200-hour battery, and linear silent switches.Logitech G502 Hero: $39 (save $40): A midrange wired gaming mouse with 11 programmable buttons, adjustable weights, integrated RGB lighting, and a 25K DPI sensor.Asus ROG Harpe: $90 (save $60): This ultra-lightweight gaming mouse weighs just 54 grams and features 5 programmable buttons, a 36 K DPI sensor, and a 90-hour battery life.Govee RGBIC floor lamp: $60 (save $40): This RGB-capable floor lamp adds a bit of color to your live streams or gaming space.Sony InZone H3 wired headset: $58 (save $42): Sony's officially licensed gaming headset for the PS5 with 360-degree spatial audio, Discord-certified microphone, and 3.5mm audio connection.Razer Kaira HyperSpeed wireless: $87 (save $43): This wireless gaming headset for the PS5 features a 30-hour battery life, Bluetooth and USB-C connectivity, and an attached microphone. Razer/ZDNET Current price: $110Regular price: $150A high-quality wireless gaming mouse with a 90-hour battery life, 30K DPI optical sensor, 5 programmable buttons, and a total weight of just 63 grams. Show more View now at Amazon Amazon Spring Sale 2025 gaming laptop deals HP/ZDNETAcer Nitro 16: $719 (save $280): An entry-level gaming laptop with an AMD Ryzen 5 7640HS processor, RTX 4050 graphics card, and a 16-inch display that supports up to a 165Hz refresh rate.Lenovo Legion 5i: $1,400 (save $200): A mid-range gaming laptop with a 14th gen Intel Core i9 CPU, RTX 4070 graphics card, 32GB of RAM, and 512GB SSD.Acer Predator Helios Neo 14: $1,170 (save $330): A mid-range gaming laptop with an Intel Core Ultra 7 CPU, RTX 4060 graphics card, 16GB of RAM, 1TB SSD, and 14-inch display with 120Hz refresh rate and G-Sync VRR. Acer/ZDNET Current price: $1,150Regular price: $1,500A creator-grade gaming laptop with a 14-inch OLED display, Intel Ultra Core 7 155H CPU, RTX 4060 graphics card, 16GB of RAM, and 1TB SSD. Show more View now at Amazon Amazon Spring Sale 2025 gaming desktop deals MSI/ZDNETMSI Aegis Z2: $1,050 (save $200): A mid-range gaming desktop built with an AMD Ryzen 7 7700 CPU, RTX 4060, 16GB of RAM, and 1TB SSD.MSI Aegis RS2: $1,900 (save $250): A high-end gaming rig with a 14th gen Intel Core i7 CPU, RTX 4070 Super GPU, 32GB of RAM, and 2TB SSD.Skytech Nebula: $564 (save $136): An entry-grade gaming desktop built with an AMD Ryzen 5 3600 CPU, Nvidia GTX 1650 graphics card, 16GB of RAM, and 500GB SSD. Corsair/ZDNET Current price: $2,200Regular price: $2,500A creator-grade gaming desktop built with an Intel Core i7-14700KF processor, Nvidia RTX 4070 Super graphics card, 32GB of RAM, and a 1TB SSD. Show more View now at Amazon Amazon Spring Sale 2025 PlayStation 5 deals Sony/PlayStation/ZDNETMadden NFL 25: $30 (save $40): The latest entry in the long-running Madden NFL franchise with updated team rosters and streamlined controls.Star Wars Outlaws Amazon Exclusive Limited Edition: $46 (save $24): This Amazon-exclusive version of the game includes character cosmetics for Kay and Nix.Assassin's Creed Mirage Deluxe Edition: $27 (save $33): A return to form for the Assassin's Creed franchise that has players journey to Alamut, the home of the Assassins to uncover mysteries and take down the Templars.Ratchet & Clank: Rift Apart: $40 (save $30): Ratchet & Clank are back in an all-new adventure to stop an interdimensional robotic emperor from conquering the universe.Dead Island 2 Ultimate Edition: $40 (save $30): This version includes the base game, both Haus and SoLA expansions, three weapons packs, and 7 character cosmetics packs.Final Fantasy VII Rebirth exclusive Amazon Edition: $50 (save $10): The second half of the highly-anticipated FFVII remake, and includes an exclusive Cloud and Sephiroth skin for your PS5 controller.Silent Hill 2 (2024): $60 (save $10): A remake of the PS2 classic with updated visuals and modern mechanics.Dragon Age: The Veilguard standard edition: $35 (save $35): Enter the world of Thedas and join a team of seven companions to stop corrupt gods from destorying the world.Diablo IV standard edition: $30 (save $40): With both solo and co-op play modes, you can tackle bosses and dungeons and even PVP zones; supports cross-play and cross-progression.Sid Meier's Civilization VII deluxe edition: $90 (save $10): This version includes the base game, Tecumseh and Shawnee pack, Crossroads of the World Collection, 2 bonus leaders, 4 extra profile customizations, and an alternate scout skin. Atlus/ZDNET Current price: $35Regular price: $70A modern remake of the classic Persona 3 with updated visuals, streamlined mechanics, and a revamped story. Show more View now at Amazon Amazon Spring Sale 2025 Nintendo Switch deals Nintendo/ZDNETSonic X Shadow Generations: $35 (save $15): Modern and Classic Sonic team up with Shadow the Hedgehog to take on Dr. Eggman and the Time Eater.Star Wars Heritage Pack: $45 (save $15): This bundle includes seven classic Star Wars game titles, including Republic Commando and Knights of the Old Republic.The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom: $53 (save $18): Link returns to Hyrule with new abilities and allies to take on Ganon.Mario Kart 8 Deluxe: $50 (save $10): The ever-popular kart racing game lets you take on friends in local or online matches or test your skill against several race modes.Super Mario Odyssey: $45 (save $15): Mario's new ally Cappy gives him all-new powers to solve puzzles and save Princess Peach from Bowser's wedding plans. Nintendo/ZDNET Current price: $50Regular price: $60Play as Princess Zelda as she embarks on a journey across Hyrule to save Link and the kingdom from the evil of Ganon. Show more View now at Amazon Amazon Spring Sale 2025 Xbox Series X|S deals Microsoft/Xbox/ZDNETMetaphor ReFantazio Launch Edition: $45 (save $25): A turn-based RPG from the developers behind the popular Persona series.Stalker 2: Heart of Chornobyl: $40 (save $20): Explore the Chornobyl Exclusion Zone and shape your own destiny as you fight dangerous enemies and collect powerful artifacts.Star Wars Jedi Survivor deluxe edition: $50 (save $40): This version includes the base game and 6 in-game cosmetic items.Starfield standard edition: $48 (save $20): Bethesda's first new universe in over 25 years has players jet-setting across the stars to settle new planets and try to answer humanity's greatest mystery.Alone in the Dark (2022): $33 (save $27): A remake of the cult-classic 90s horror game with two playable characters to choose from, ramped-up psychological horror, and a great doom-jazz soundtrack. Microsoft/Deep Silver/ZDNET Current price: $40Regular price: $70Choose from one of 6 characters to fight your way through the streets of HELL-A in this zombie melee sandbox. The ultimate edition includes the base game, Haus and SoLA expansions, 6 character packs, weapons packs, and other exclusive in-game cosmetics. Show more View now at Amazon Amazon Spring Sale SSD and storage deals Samsung/ZDNETWD_Black 8TB SN850P M.2 SSD: $660 (save $360): Instantly add 8TB of storage to your PS5 with this officially licensed SSD.Samsung 990 Pro 2TB with heatsink: $180 (save $90): This 2TB internal SSD features an integrated heatsink to help keep the drive running at optimal temperatures.Samsung 990 Evo Plus 4TB M.2 SSD: $250 (save $95): This internal SSD gives you read and write speeds up to 7250MB/s and is great for desktops, laptops, and consoles.Samsung Pro Plus microSD 512GB: $40 (save $35): This microSD card includes a full-sized adapter and is perfect for expanding storage on your gaming smartphone or Nintendo Switch.Kingston Fury Renegade 4TB M.2 SSD: $280 (save $104): An excellent choice for expanding your desktop, laptop, or PlayStation 5 storage with 4TB of space and read/write speeds up to 7300MB/s.Samsung 870 Evo SATA III 1TB SSD: $97 (save $50): A budget-friendly SATA SSD with 1TB of storage, making it perfect for smaller game libraries.SanDisk Extreme 4TB portable SSD: $240 (save $120): A ruggedized portable SSD with 4TB of storage and an IP65 rating for water, dust, and shock resistance.SanDisk Extreme Pro 1TB SSD flashdrive: $90 (save $55): Get the speed and reliability of an SSD with the portability of a flash drive with this 1TB option. Samsung/ZDNET Current price: $180Regular price: $300A tough portable SSD with an integrated thermal guard, AES 256-bit encryption, and a case that can handle drops up to 10 feet. Show more View now at Amazon Amazon Spring Sale gaming monitor deals Acer/ZDNETAlienware AW3423DW 34-inch curved monitor: $700 (save $400): This curved gaming monitor uses a QD-OLED panel for better color accuracy and contrast as well as 1440p resolution, a 175Hz refresh rate, and 0.1ms response time.Acer Predator X27U 27-inch: $500 (save $500): This high-end gaming monitor is built with an OLED panel for better color and contrast and up to a 240Hz refresh rate, AMD FreeSync Premium VRR support, and a 0.01ms response time.Samsung Odyssey G6 curved 32-inch: $400 (save $400): A mid-range gaming monitor with a 32-inch display, 1440p resolution, and 240Hz refresh rate.Samsung Odyssey Ark 2nd gen 55-inch: $1,800 (save $900): A truly impressive 55-inch Mini-LED gaming monitor with a 165Hz refresh rate, 1ms response time, HDR10+, and AMD FreeSync Premium Pro VRR support.LG UltraGear 34-inch curved gaming monitor: $260 (save $140): This widescreen gaming monitor gives you a 160Hz refresh rate, HDR10 support, and AMD FreeSync Premium VRR to prevent screen tearing and stuttering.LG UltraGear OLED 54-inch curved gaming monitor: $1,050 (save $650): A high-end OLED gaming monitor with a 240Hz refresh rate. 0.03ms response time, and support for both AMD FreeSync Premium Pro and Nvidia G-Sync VRR.Acer Predator X32 OLED 32-inch: $900 (save $300): This high-end gaming monitor uses an OLED panel for better contrast, detailing, and color accuracy. You'll get 4K resolution, a 250Hz refresh rate, 0.03ms response time, and AMD FreeSync Premium VRR support.Samsung Odyssey OLED G8 34-inch curved gaming monitor: $780 (save $420): A premium OLED gaming monitor with 1440p resolution, a 175Hz refresh rate, AMD FreeSync Premium Pro and Nvidia G-Sync VRR support, and 0.03ms response time. Samsung/ZDNET Current price: $720Regular price: $1,300A high-end gaming and content creation monitor with a 240Hz refresh rate, 1ms response time, and support for both Nvidia G-Sync and AMD FreeSync Premium Pro VRR. Show more View now at Amazon Amazon Spring Sale 2025 deals on streaming gear Razer/ZDNETLogitech G Yeti Studio: $230 (save $120): A high-end XLR microphone with a built-in preamp, dual-diaphragm capsule, and internal shock mount.Elgato Stream Deck Neo: $80 (save $20): A redesign of the Stream Deck featuring 8 customizable keys, 2 touch points, and compatibility with both Windows and Mac.Logitech StreamCam: $130 (save $40): A premium webcam with 1080p capture and 60FPS output as well as support for both Windows and Mac.Logitech Brio: $120 (save $80): A premium 4K webcam with HDR support and three field-of-view settings. Elgato/ZDNET Current price: $220Regular price: $250This version of the Stream Deck features 32 macro keys as well as compatibility with both Windows and Mac PCs. Show more View now at Amazon FAQs When is Amazon's Spring Sale 2025?Amazon's Spring Sale runs from March 25 through March 31. This gives you almost an entire week to snag deep discounts on everything from SSDs and gaming laptops to digital game titles and headsets.Are games, consoles, and gaming accessories really cheaper during Amazon sales?They can be. While we usually see the best discounts on all things gaming during the winter holidays, Amazon's Spring Sale and competing events at retailers like Best Buy and Walmart mean you can compare prices and discounts to get the best deals.How did we choose these Spring Sale deals?While plenty of gaming laptops and accessories are discounted for the Amazon Spring Sale, not all sales are created equal. I focused on reputable brands like PowerA, SteelSeries, HyperX, and more to find the best value in accessories and peripherals. I also focused on top brands like HP, MSI, and Asus for gaming laptops and desktops with higher-end builds to help you find the best configurations for the best prices.What are the best Amazon Spring Sale 2025 deals? ZDNET's experts are searching through Amazon Spring Sale deals to find the best discounts by category. These are the best deals so far:You can also find the best Amazon Spring Sale deals by price:And the best deals from other retailers this week:Best anti-Amazon Spring Sale dealsLooking for the next best product? Get expert reviews and editor favorites withZDNET Recommends. Show more Amazon Spring Sale 2025

WASHINGTON, DC - MARCH 12: The headquarters of the Department of Education are shown March 12, 2025 ... More in Washington, DC. The Department of Education announced yesterday that it will reduce its staff by nearly 50 percent, leaving the department with 2,183 workers, a reduction from 4,133 when U.S. President Donald Trump took office for his second term. (Photo by Win McNamee/Getty Images)Getty ImagesAI agents will transform every industryand one industry I know well is education. So, how will AI agents change how we teach and learn?To explore this question, I created the Lutz-Clone, an AI version of myself designed to teach my online certificate about AI with eCornell. This clone looks like me, but more importantly, it contains my knowledge and teaching style. It can help students code, discuss AI applications, and raise awareness of ethical challenges all without me being physically present.eCornell was one of the first universities to offer such a clone, but this is only the beginning. The shift to AI agents is a broader trend that will reshape every industry.Also In Education - AI Is Just A Tool To Serve Our PurposeIf you follow me on LinkedIn, youve probably heard me say: AI is just a tool. Theres no magic, and no Artificial General Intelligence (AGI)at least not yet. Like any tool, AIs value lies in how we use it and what purpose it serves.AI Is Changing EducationToday, students and educators alike use tools like Perplexity, You.com, and ChatGPT to write emails, research topics, and summarize texts. These Large Language Models have become essential, trained to predict the next best word in a sentence, enabling smooth text generation and summarization.For students, Large Language Models have become indispensable. And while some institutions attempt to restrict their use saying "don't use ChatGPT" this is as unrealistic as banning the internet or books. The real question is: What are the meaningful changes in education?AI in Eduction: Conversations Instead of QuizzesTraditional quizzes are becoming obsolete. Standardized tests like the Medical College Admission Test can now easily be solved by AI. In my own courses, I built a library of multiple-choice questions over the years to test students on machine learning and real-world AI applications. Since 2023, ChatGPT has consistently passed every single one of them.If AI can answer the questionwhy even ask?Instead, we should shift from quizzes to conversations. In a world where knowledge is instantly accessible, education should focus on critical thinking and dialogue. I now use AI to discuss outcomes with students, encouraging them to evaluate, question, and apply their knowledge something multiple-choice tests could never achieve.Transformation Of Education Towards AIThis change isnt limited to my course. Every teacher can implement this. The simplest way is to use a GPT-based assistant. But, like any change, it comes with challenges:AI Curated Key PointsTeachers cant just post articles anymore. To enable meaningful AI discussions, we need to highlight the key takeaways. For example, when we created a GPT to discuss Marc Andreessens article Why AI Will Save the World, we focused the conversation on three points:There is hype.It makes sense for Marc to talk about the hype.Technology needs integration.AI Access:Not every student has access to paid versions of ChatGPT or similar tools. Thats why the team at eCornell did the incredible work of seamlessly integrating my Lutz-Clone and ChatGPT into the Canvas learning platform. This ensures teaching assistants can follow all student discussions and step in when needed.AI Guided Questions Instead of ChecklistsIve long used checklists in my teaching whether its launching a product, building an AI model, or cleaning up data. But not every situation requires every step in the checklist.Now, we use AI co-pilots to make checklists dynamic. These co-pilots guide students to focus on what matters most, adapt when conditions change, and skip unnecessary steps. The AI does the heavy lifting, while students stay focused on decision-making and learning.Personalized Feedback An AI Teacher Available 24/7In my course, AI-based teaching assistants provide tailored feedback on student projects. Students upload their capstone work, and the AI critiques itjust like I would. This gives students access to a personalized teacher anytime, anywhere. Its a game-changer.Am I truly replaced? Not entirely.What Ive done is scale myself. The AI mirrors my teaching style and follows the courses learning path. Unlike generic AI tools, this clone is fine-tuned to introduce concepts logically and progressively. For example, I often explain that neural networks are just stacks of logistic regressionsa simplification that only makes sense after students learn about linear functions and activation functions.The future of education is not about letting ChatGPT teach students directly. Its about educators designing learning pathsand then using AI to scale their impact.AI in EducationAI is a powerful tool, but its still just a tool. It will change our workflows and how we teach, but the core responsibility remains with educators.We must focus on two essential skills:How to use AI effectivelyHow to recognize its limitsAI models like ChatGPT excel at predictable, patterned tasks but struggle with novelty and edge cases.For instance, when you start the phrase Life is like a box of, AI will almost always suggest chocolatesbecause thats what it has seen most often. But real learning happens when we move beyond the obvious.Similarly, when asking AI to do advanced, context-specific tasks, like writing firewall code, the output is often outdated or generic. Educators must help students recognize these limitations and teach them how to use AI critically.AI In Education - A New Way of InteractionAI tools are revolutionizing how we interact with information and technology. In my course, students now use AI co-pilots to:Analyze dataBuild machine learning modelsDiscuss business strategiesExplore ethical challengesHowever, this transition wasnt automatic. Many students were hesitant at first, sticking to manual methods. But with training on prompting and understanding AI behavior, they became faster, more efficient, and more confident.Just like learning to use a calculator or Google effectively, learning to collaborate with AI takes practice.The Future Of Education is AIAI is reshaping educationmoving us away from memorization toward reasoning, understanding, and critical thinking.With personalized AI tutors, students can learn at their own pace, anytime. The challenge is clear: Educational institutions must equip both students and educators with the tools and skills to harness AI effectively.

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Despite a last-minute save by President Donald Trump in January, the fate of TikTok remains murky as the deadline to save the app approaches. TikTok, which boasts more than 170 million users, has been under fire by U.S. legislators over concerns about data privacy and national security. In order to save the app, Trump gave the social media site until April 5 to divest and find a U.S.-based owner. Under his previous term, Trump was the acting force seeking to ban TikTok in the U.S. But the President seemed favorable towards the app following his election win, citing it as part of why he secured support from young voters."We have a lot of potential buyers," Trump said on Air Force One Sunday. "I'd like to see Tiktok remain alive." Trump indicated that he would extend the deadline if a deal was not finalized. China has indicated that it would not support the forced sale of TikTok.The latest tussle is just the most recent development in the long legal battle to keep TikTok available in the U.S. Efforts to ban TikTok in Montana were overturned by a federal judge in 2023 after creators filed suit against the state.TikTok did not immediately respond to TIMEs request for comment.Heres what to know.Who currently owns TikTok?TikTok is owned by its Beijing-based parent company, ByteDance. Sixty percent of the company is owned by investors including Carlyle Group, General Atlantic, and Susquehanna International Group, according to TikToks U.S. Data Security page. The remaining 40% is divided between ByteDance employees and the founder of ByteDance.TikTok is not available in mainland China and has headquarters in Los Angeles and Singapore.But its parent company does have to comply with Chinese law because it operates other video first platforms such as Douyin, the Chinese-equivalent of TikTok. The Chinese government therefore has a golden share of one of its subsidiaries, Douyin, owning about 1% of that app.Why is the U.S. banning TikTok?Congress passed a TikTok ban as part of a foreign aid supplemental package, citing national security concerns. Lawmakers were particularly concerned that the company could share data with the Chinese government or interfere with users algorithms in a way that would benefit the foreign government. Chinese national security laws require any companies or organizations to cooperate with the countrys national intelligence efforts.Congress is not acting to punish ByteDance, TikTok or any other individual company, Senate Commerce Committee Chairwoman Maria Cantwell said in April 2024. Congress is acting to prevent foreign adversaries from conducting espionage, surveillance, maligned operations, harming vulnerable Americans, our servicemen and women, and our U.S. government personnel.Already, the app is not permitted on any government-owned devices in the U.S. Other countries, including India have banned TikTok for all users since 2020, while Australia and Canada similarly forbade TikTok from operating on any devices issued by the federal government.What can Trump do to extend the deadline?The current April 5 deadline was issued via Executive Order. Trump could possibly issue another such order to extend the deadline. Can you still use TikTok if it is banned?The last time the app was banned, U.S.-based users were unable to comment, share, or view any videos. A law banning TikTok has been enacted in the U.S. Unfortunately, that means you cant use TikTok for now, a message on a gray background read during the one-day TikTok pause. Even when the app was restored, TikTok was unavailable for download on the Apple and Google Play stores until mid-February.It is unclear whether another potential ban would function similarly to the previous one.