CRN

CRN is a trusted source for IT channel news, analysis, and insight for solution providers such as systems integrators, value-added resellers, managed service providers (MSPs), strategic service providers, and IT consultants. The site covers a variety of technology areas including cloud computing, security, data center solutions, networking equipment and software. CRN also hosts several prestigious awards for solution providers and channel vendors. While the site provides valuable information for professionals in the IT industry, some articles may contain biases, contradictions or deceptive practices.

82%

The overall score is a weighted number that takes into account conflict of interest, bias, deception and other practices that undermines the credibility of the source. It is calculated as:
Analysis.OverallConflictOfInterestScore * 0.3F + Analysis.OverallBiasScore * 0.3F + Analysis.DeceptivenessScore * 0.3F + Analysis.ReadabilityScore * 0.1F

A score that takes into consideration the content for flow, interruptions with ads, and overt search engine optimization techniques that makes the content hard to understand

The Daily's Verdict

This news site has a mixed reputation for journalistic standards. It is advisable to fact-check, scrutinize for bias, and check for conflicts of interest before relying on its reporting.

Bias

85%

Examples:

  • Biases found in the articles include a focus on technology companies and their products, which may favor these companies.
  • Some articles contain language that is overly positive or promotional.

Conflicts of Interest

85%

Examples:

  • Conflicts of interest found in the articles include mention of partnerships between companies and potential conflicts related to sponsored content or advertising.
  • Some articles may have a financial incentive to present certain information in a positive light.

Contradictions

85%

Examples:

  • Contradictions found in the articles include statements made by HP about Qualcomm's new Snapdragon X processors for PCs, which contradict previous statements and experiences with similar technology.
  • Statements made by AWS regarding layoffs contradict themselves as they suggest both optimization and significant staff reductions.

Deceptions

75%

Examples:

  • Deceptive practices found in the articles include misleading statements and omissions of important context.
  • Some articles contain clickbait headlines or sensationalized language to attract readers.

Recent Articles

  • HP's New OmniBook Ultra: The World's Highest-Performance AI PC Powered by AMD Ryzen AI Processors

    HP's New OmniBook Ultra: The World's Highest-Performance AI PC Powered by AMD Ryzen AI Processors

    Broke On: Monday, 15 July 2024 HP's new OmniBook Ultra, boasting AMD Ryzen AI 300 series processors, claims to be the world's highest-performance AI PC with up to 55 TOPS neural processing unit performance. The laptop features up to 32GB RAM, two Thunderbolt 4 USB-C ports, a 9MP webcam and DTS:X Ultra speakers. Set for release in August at $1,449.99, it will be followed by the OmniBook X with ARM-based Snapdragon X Elite processors.
  • Microsoft and Qualcomm's Partnership: Challenging Intel's Dominance with AI-Powered, Energy-Efficient PCs

    Microsoft and Qualcomm's Partnership: Challenging Intel's Dominance with AI-Powered, Energy-Efficient PCs

    Broke On: Wednesday, 03 July 2024 Microsoft and HP are embracing Qualcomm's energy-efficient Snapdragon X processors for new PCs, offering long battery life and improved software compatibility. However, limitations in productivity apps may slow adoption. Qualcomm's chips challenge Intel's dominance with power savings and AI capabilities, while Microsoft's Copilot PC exclusives offer text-to-image tools and live captions. Intel's Meteor Lake chips with NPUs are coming soon, as is AMD's Ryzen AI chips. The future of PCs hinges on AI and energy efficiency; Microsoft and Qualcomm lead, but Intel and AMD are close behind.
  • Amazon Web Services Cuts Hundreds of Jobs in Sales, Marketing and Global Services Organization as well as the Physical Stores Technology Team

    Amazon Web Services Cuts Hundreds of Jobs in Sales, Marketing and Global Services Organization as well as the Physical Stores Technology Team

    Broke On: Wednesday, 03 April 2024 Amazon Web Services (AWS) is cutting hundreds of jobs in its sales, marketing and global services organization as well as the physical stores technology team due to a strategic shift in how Amazon uses some applications. The company has identified duplication in roles such as program management and sales operations which spurred layoffs. However, AWS is also hiring for priorities including core areas of their business.

  • Broadcom-VMware Merger Receives Final Regulatory Approval

    Broke On: Tuesday, 21 November 2023 Broadcom's acquisition of VMware is set to close on November 22, 2023. The merger has received legal clearance in multiple countries including China. The approval from China was conditional, requiring the combined company not to abuse its position in several areas. Concerns remain among some customers and employees about potential price hikes and layoffs following the merger. The deal has sparked concerns among investors due to rising Sino-U.S. tensions and stricter export controls on high-end chips to China introduced by the Biden administration.

  • Microsoft Q1 2023 Earnings: Strong Performance from Azure and AI Initiatives

    Broke On: Thursday, 26 October 2023 Microsoft's Q1 2023 earnings exceeded Wall Street's expectations Azure, Microsoft's cloud business, played a significant role in the company's revenue growth Microsoft's AI initiatives were under the spotlight, but the earnings report did not provide specific details on their performance