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WikiFlix shows us what Netflix would have been like 100 years ago

On WikiFlix, a Netflix-inspired archive of public domain films, you can watch movies like “It’s a Wonderful Life” and “Noseferatu” for free.

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Study shows Instacart may be charging some shoppers 20% more for the same product

The delivery app has claimed that price testing is part of a longstanding practice in retail sales.

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Slate crosses 150,000 reservations despite waning EV truck enthusiasm

It took Slate Auto about seven months to grow its customer list by 50%, but new reservations appear to be outpacing any cancelations.

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DoorDash rolls out Zesty, an AI social app for discovering new restaurants

Users can view and share photos and comments about restaurants they’ve visited, discover content from others, and follow people just like on any social network.

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Meta’s AI glasses can now help you hear conversations better

Conversation focus uses the AI glasses’ open-ear speakers to amplify the voice of the person you’re talking to, says Meta.

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Whole Foods to install smart food waste bins from Mill starting in 2027

The food waste startup founded by Nest alumnus Matt Rogers also received an investment from Amazon’s Climate Pledge Fund.

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Netflix doubles down on video podcasts with iHeartMedia deal

Netflix’s has its second big foray into video podcasts with its new partnership with iHeartMedia.

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Instagram brings Reels to the big screen, starting with Amazon Fire TV

By bringing Reels to TVs, Instagram can better compete with YouTube, which largely dominates the TV space.

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Canadian peer-to-peer clothing rental company Rax is expanding to the U.S.

Rax is a peer-to-peer clothing rental company that won top consumer pitch at Disrupt this year.

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Apple TV adds support for Google Cast even as Netflix ditches the feature

The tech giant’s adoption of Google Cast signals its interest in making Apple TV a more competitive streaming service at a time when the market is seeing increased consolidation.

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