Cryptic crossword clue
New star in computing or creator of latest technology 9

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 9 letter word INNOVATOR

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The straight part
We know that "creator of latest technology" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case creator of latest technology = innovator.
The cryptic/wordplay part
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This part involves a more complex hint, such as an anagram, homophone, hidden word, etc.
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What does INNOVATOR mean?

INNOVATOR noun
  1. Someone who innovates; a creator of new ideas.
  2. An early adopter.

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