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Christina Passariello

@cpassariello

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@CNBC SF bureau chief. Ex @WashingtonPost @WSJ . Former @JSKstanford Fellow. Parisian by adoption. Super Bowl halftime show performer.

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Christina Passariello
1 year
I’m delighted to share my *own* news today: I’m taking on a new role @washingtonpost of deputy business editor for technology and personal finance. Part of my role will be to lead a task force focused on how AI will affect The Post’s journalism and its digital strategy.
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Christina Passariello
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I’m thrilled to say I’m joining CNBC next month as SF bureau chief (which also includes LA!). I can’t wait to get started with the fantastic team covering technology - the engine that continues to drive the economy and the markets. And for me, I’m excited to get into broadcast!
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Christina Passariello
2 years
We are *so thrilled* to announce that @ShiraOvide is joining @washingtonpost Help Desk team as strategy editor, a new role to expand our mission to help people make sense of the tech in our lives. She’ll help launch, write and edit a newsletter. Shira, welcome to Post Tech!
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Christina Passariello
3 years
Just thrilled to welcome @josephmenn to @washingtonpost tech team as our new digital threats reporter. He’ll cover hacking and other forms of digital disruption, including surveillance, privacy and disinformation, and team up with colleagues all around the newsroom. Welcome, Joe!
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1 year
We are so excited that @TrishaThadani is joining @washingtonpost tech team to cover Apple and all the ways that it affects our society and culture. Welcome, Trisha!
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Christina Passariello
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The end of 2023 brings another end for me: my time at The Washington Post. It has been an incredible 6 years of building the tech team, leading our coverage, editing award-winning journalism - and being a part of the most knowledgeable, inquisitive, creative, collaborative team.
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Christina Passariello
3 years
Start taking back control of the tech in your life by changing your privacy settings so your data stays yours. @heatherkelly walks you through all the steps in this indispensable guide:
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Christina Passariello
3 years
Our awesome @washingtonpost tech team is seeking a digital threats reporter. Come delve into the wave of ransomware attacks and explain how cybercrime is upending society. Check out the job posting here - and apply!
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Christina Passariello
3 years
We are so thrilled that @jeremybmerrill is joining @washingtonpost as our tech data reporter. Welcome to The Post, Jeremy!
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Christina Passariello
3 years
We’re so delighted that @NaomiNixWrites is joining the @washingtonpost tech team to cover Facebook, I mean Meta. She’ll be working alongside @lizzadwoskin and the rest of the crew to probe FB’s influence on American democracy, global politics & culture. Welcome, Naomi!
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Christina Passariello
3 years
How's this for Friday fun? We are thrilled to announce FOUR new additions to our @PostTech team: @fittsofalexis joins as deputy tech policy editor, @DanielleDigest joins as tech at work reporter, @chrisvelazco and @Tatum_Hunter_ join as Help Desk writers on personal tech.
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Christina Passariello
2 years
So very thrilled @elarrubia is joining @washingtonpost as tech/biz investigative editor. I'm a fan of the award-winning journalism she has overseen - how great that our @PostTech team will now have the chance to work alongside her & her team. Welcome, Evelyn!
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Christina Passariello
3 years
So excited to announce two new @PostTech hires: @yunheekim22 joins as personal tech editor, leading our growing team focused on helping readers understand the tech on our lives; and @WillOremus joins as tech news analysis writer, bringing his sharp views on the industry. Welcome!
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Christina Passariello
3 years
We’re so thrilled that @Cat_Zakrzewski is joining @PostTech as a tech policy reporter after her successful run on the Tech 202 newsletter. Welcome, Cat!
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Christina Passariello
2 years
Dan O’Dowd, who put test crash dummies in front of Tesla’s Full Self-Driving, is on a one-man crusade to stop what he calls dangerous technology before Elon Musk makes the tech available worldwide by the end of the year. By ⁦ @GerritD
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Christina Passariello
2 years
Has Google’s AI come to life - or is it just really good at mimicking human language? It may be in the eye of the beholder. Must-read by ⁦⁦ @nitashatiku ⁩ :
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Christina Passariello
3 years
We’re so excited that @viaCristiano will be joining @PostTech later this month to helm our Tech 202 newsletter, taking over from the amazing @Cat_Zakrzewski . Welcome to @washingtonpost , Cristiano!
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Christina Passariello
4 years
Here we grow again! We are bolstering ⁦ @PostTech ⁩ coverage with eight new positions.
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Christina Passariello
4 years
We’re so excited that @GerritD will be joining @washingtonpost in the new year. He’ll be covering AI and algorithms, with a focus on Google. We can’t wait to welcome him to the @PostTech team!
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Christina Passariello
2 years
We’re so happy that @lisabonos has joined our @washingtonpost tech team as assistant editor. So delighted to have you back in your native region, Lisa, and on tech!
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Christina Passariello
2 years
We’re so excited that @ceodonovan is joining @washingtonpost tech team to cover Amazon and Microsoft. Welcome, Caroline!
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Christina Passariello
3 years
The official announcement:
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Christina Passariello
3 years
We have an opening! The @washingtonpost tech team is seeking a creative and ambitious reporter who is interested in technological innovation. Details here, please pass the word and apply:
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Christina Passariello
1 year
Part of the ⁦ @washingtonpost ⁩ squad at Google I/O
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Christina Passariello
3 years
We are so delighted that @pranshuverma_ is joining the @washingtonpost tech team as our new innovations reporter. Can’t wait to work with you, Pranshu!
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Christina Passariello
2 years
Where in the world has Elon Musk been during his first week owning and running Twitter? His private jet has been here, there and everywhere. See it in this ⁦ @hshaban ⁩ piece:
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Christina Passariello
2 years
We have a new opening on our amazing @washingtonpost tech team: Apple 🍎 reporter! We’re looking for someone eager to cover Apple and Big Tech’s growing influence on American society. Reach out with any❓ and please spread the word!
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Christina Passariello
4 years
Reading an e-book on your Kindle: $10/month. Getting it from the library: don’t even try, because Amazon won’t sell its titles to the library. Who said Amazon drives prices down? Must-read by ⁦ @geoffreyfowler
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Christina Passariello
4 years
So excited that @dalvin_brown will be joining @PostTech as our new innovations reporter. Welcome, Dalvin!
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Christina Passariello
3 years
The official announcement:
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Christina Passariello
3 years
And.....we now have an opening on @PostTech for a reporter to anchor the @washingtonpost 's Tech 202 newsletter! Details here, please share and apply:
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Christina Passariello
3 years
Then, consider iPhone's "Ask app not to track" button. If you thought that meant apps wouldn't track you, @geoffreyfowler and @Tatum_Hunter_ have news for you:
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Christina Passariello
1 year
I’ll continue to oversee tech with the best editing team imaginable: @laurastevens , @yunheekim22 , @lisabonos , @markseibel and @fittsofalexis . And I’m super excited to guide and build personal finance around our superstar @SingletaryM and @RivanStinson .
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Christina Passariello
3 years
This 30 year-old scientist taught AI to understand 100 languages, technology that Facebook uses to scan every single post uploaded by 3 billion daily users in tens of milliseconds. But who makes sure it’s fair? Must-read by ⁦ @drewharwell
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Christina Passariello
3 years
Kaseya, Colonial Pipeline, JBS... ransomeware attacks are spiking. We explain how they work. Must-read from @GerritD , @rachelerman , @nakashimae and @chrisalcantara
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Christina Passariello
3 years
Former Facebook employee Frances Haugen revealed as ‘whistleblower’ behind leaked documents. “She’s a perfect example of why whistleblowers are so important: without her, we didn’t know what we didn’t know.” ⁦ @Cat_Zakrzewski ⁩ ⁦ @viaCristiano
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Christina Passariello
9 months
So much gratitude for the growth I have experienced while growing technology coverage into a pillar of Washington Post journalism.
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Christina Passariello
3 years
Attention tech and cybersecurity journalists: we are seeking a ⁦ @washingtonpost ⁩ researcher to work on our Tech 202 and Cyber 202 newsletters. Details here, and applications close June 28, so apply soon!
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Christina Passariello
3 years
We're so excited to unveil @washingtonpost Help Desk today, our destination for you to better understand and take control of the tech you use in everyday life.
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Christina Passariello
1 year
One of the first things on my to-do list is hire a personal finance editor. If you haven't seen the posting yet, check it out - and apply!
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Christina Passariello
2 years
Dear journalists, @washingtonpost ’s amazing tech team is seeking an assistant editor to work with us on stories about the tech that’s changing the world. Please consider applying, and reach out with any questions!
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Christina Passariello
3 years
Come join @washingtonpost to help ensure that our awesome tech journalism reaches as many eyeballs as possible!
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Christina Passariello
2 years
People coming to the Bay Area to be part of the AI movement are working, partying and living together - including in a $58 million mansion. Must read from ⁦ @nitashatiku
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Christina Passariello
2 years
More than 20,000 people lost their jobs at Silicon Valley companies this week, solidifying a feeling that the bull market of the past decade is over. This is what the rest of the economy could experience if a recession materializes. By ⁦ @GerritD
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Christina Passariello
3 years
Come join the @washingtonpost as we expand our coverage of Meta, the company formerly known as Facebook. If you are an adrenaline junkie, dig sourcing and writing stories about how tech is changing our world, this job’s for you. More info here:
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Christina Passariello
3 years
Hats off to ⁦ @Cat_Zakrzewski ⁩ for a great the years authoring The Technology 202. Here is her swan song before she moves to her new role on ⁦ @PostTech :⁩ The tech industry faced a reckoning. Now comes the hard part.
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Christina Passariello
2 years
What are you doing in 5 mins? Come join our extraordinary @washingtonpost tech team talk about the #Twitterwhistleblower . @josephmenn @lizzadwoskin @Cat_Zakrzewski @faizsays with @WillOremus .
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Christina Passariello
3 years
Why focus on the worst-case scenarios of how Apple’s new AirTags work? As ⁦⁦ @geoffreyfowler ⁩ writes: “Personal tech is no longer just about you. My job as a consumer advocate is to consider the people technology helps — and those it hurts.”
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Christina Passariello
3 years
Southern California has become a hotbed for a new mega-network of misinformation and rage. Fueled by the pandemic and the election, these right-leaning groups that were not previously aligned found each other online first. Must read ⁦ @lizzadwoskin
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Christina Passariello
3 years
“Why did they say the iPhone is more safe?” said the fiancé of Jamal Kashoggi, whose phone was among those hacked using Pegasus software. Despite Apple’s reputation for privacy, iPhones are no match for spyware, @craigtimberg and @ReedAlbergotti report:
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Christina Passariello
1 year
AI chatbots learned how to be smart, sassy and sexist off millions of websites. For the first time, we show you what they are, from Wikipedia to World of Warcraft forums. Must-read from ⁦⁦ @kevinschaul ⁩ ⁦ @dataviz_szuyu ⁩ ⁦ @nitashatiku
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Christina Passariello
4 years
Here are the jobs: Tech at work reporter Tech news analysis writer Tech data reporter Tech policy reporter 2 personal tech help desk writers Personal tech editor Deputy tech policy editor Spread the word & apply! Due Feb. 22
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Christina Passariello
1 year
Tragic that the debate over phones in schools is partly about this: “I’m afraid that if something happens, I won’t be able to contact anyone…to tell people I’m okay or I’m not,” the eighth grader said. “Worst case scenario: You can at least say goodbye.”
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Christina Passariello
2 years
Sam Bankman-Fried, the 30-year-old crypto wunderkind, spent tens of millions of dollars trying to reshape how Washington and the world think about finance. The collapse this week of FTX changes the way people think about crypto. By ⁦ @ToryNewmyer
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Christina Passariello
4 years
Congratulations on this well-deserved recognition of your groundbreaking work!
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Geoffrey A. Fowler
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Honored to share this year’s commentary #LoebAwards for my Secret Life of Your Data columns. Tech companies: You can’t keep hiding behind obtuse privacy policies and dark patterns. We’re onto you. Special thank you to @cpassariello & @laurastevens for being the best.
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Christina Passariello
2 years
So so excited to work with @kdombsadof in her new role as visual enterprise editor on @washingtonpost tech and biz!
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Christina Passariello
3 years
Our team is here to help make your tech work for you. Meet them! @geoffreyfowler @heatherkelly @Tatum_Hunter_ @chrisvelazco @DanielleDigest , led by @yunheekim22
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Christina Passariello
2 years
Wow wow wow so excited @LaurenKGurley is joining @washingtonpost as our new labor reporter!
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Christina Passariello
3 years
One Capitol riot couple tried to keep a low profile to avoid getting caught. Instead, they were captured from 10 different angles by security cameras. How surveillance networks helped the FBI catch the Capitol mob. Must-read @drewharwell & @craigtimberg
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Christina Passariello
3 years
***Tech Giant job opening*** The @washingtonpost is seeking a reporter to cover the bookseller that made it big: Amazon. Write about how it's reshaping the consumer experience! The labor market! American life! Reach out w/q's, apply here:
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Christina Passariello
3 years
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Christina Passariello
2 years
A new job on @washingtonpost ’s personal tech destination, Help Desk! We’re seeking a newsletter editor to join the team. Please spread the word and reach out with any questions. More info here:
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Christina Passariello
2 years
Elon Musk’s text messages offer a being-the-scenes look at how dozens of elite business and public figures - including ⁦ @jack ⁩ and Joe Rogan - cheered him on in his Twitter bid, and how Musk told Twitter he was backing out. By ⁦ @faizsays
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Christina Passariello
3 years
Why ⁦ @geoffreyfowler ⁩’s internet bill was 42% higher than what he signed up for - and why it’s legal. It’s part of the price we pay as consumers for the way companies have cornered the market for internet access.
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Christina Passariello
3 years
Come work with the fabulous @washingtonpost tech team as our San Francisco copy aide! It's a part-time position, details here, please help spread the word:
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Christina Passariello
2 years
If you are missing Drew Harwell from Twitter, here are a few of his latest great stories @washingtonpost :
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3 years
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Christina Passariello
3 years
Nearly 2 percent of Apple’s top apps are scams, ⁦⁦⁦⁦ @ReedAlbergotti ⁩ found. Why do so many people fall for them? Apple’s monopoly over how consumers access apps on iPhones creates an environment that gives them a false sense of safety.
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Christina Passariello
4 years
Amazing story
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Christina Passariello
3 years
Two great new editing gigs on the @washingtonpost business desk: Washington Econ Editor, working with the inestimable @damianpaletta , and Weekend Biz Editor, under @loriamontgomery 's guidance. Apply, apply! I'm here for any q's.
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Christina Passariello
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Christina Passariello
2 years
We're seeking an audience strategy editor on @washingtonpost 's Tech/Biz desk - a new leadership position with the mission of accelerating experimental thinking about essential areas of coverage. Please spread the word & apply!
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Christina Passariello
3 years
Listen to our brilliant Theranos reporters @rachelerman @nitashatiku @WillOremus talk to @libcasey about yesterday's Elizabeth Holmes verdict. Happening now here:
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The Washington Post
3 years
Theranos founder Elizabeth Holmes was found guilty on four out of 11 counts in a landmark fraud trial. Listen to Post reporters discuss the verdict today on @TwitterSpaces at 3 p.m. ET:
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Christina Passariello
3 years
Volunteers have sent millions of anti-propaganda messages to Russian cell phones, including 50 messages Dey Correa fired off while she was at home in Panama, breastfeeding her infant son. Must read by ⁦ @drewharwell
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Christina Passariello
1 year
The “hallucinated walnut” that illustrates the challenges of Google’s new AI search tool, announced at I/O. By ⁦ @geoffreyfowler ⁩ (who correctly points out that walnuts don’t belong in chocolate chip cookies)
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Christina Passariello
1 year
How AI can help ⁦ @geoffreyfowler ⁩ pick his next hairstyle. Photoshop gone wild, from our amazing tech columnist and our amazing Help Desk designer, ⁦ @miss_eleneous
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Christina Passariello
2 years
You don't want to miss this: @ShiraOvide will be in your inboxes starting next week as The Tech Friend!
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Christina Passariello
4 years
Please see links in the press release for the positions and how to apply.
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Christina Passariello
2 years
This is definitely one of those see-it-to-believe-it tech developments. Grateful to @kdombsadof @ReubenFB and Monique Woo for their amazing visual work here.
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Christina Passariello
2 years
The best kicker in the history of kickers: “‘We’re both looking forward to spending the second half of our lives together,’ said Murdoch, who turned 92 earlier this month.”
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Christina Passariello
3 years
We could not be more excited to welcome these talented journalists to our growing squad.
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