CISA identifies GitLab vulnerability under exploit
The US cyber agency has told federal agencies to patch a GitLab flaw that makes accounts vulnerable to takeover.
How to backup WhatsApp chat history on Android and iPhones
WhatsApp allows you to save your data via both Android devices and iPhones by following a few simple steps.
Security Excellence Awards winners revealed!
The Security Excellence Awards 2024, held last night in London, celebrated innovation and some outstanding personal achievements in cybersecurity.
AI-powered deep medicine could transform healthcare in the NHS
Todays NHS faces severe time constraints, with the risk of short consultations and concerns about the risk of misdiagnosis or delayed care. These challenges are compounded by limited resources and overstretched staff that results in protracted patient wait times and generic treatment strategies. Staff can operate with a surface level view of patient data, relying on basic medical histories and recent test results. This lack of comprehensive data interferes with their ability to fully understand patient needs and compromises the accuracy and individualisation of diagnoses and treatments. Such a healthcare approach, characterised by these limitations and engagements, could aptly be This story continues at The Next Web
When is Google I/O 2024 and what to expect: Android 15, Gemini, Wear OS, and more
Google's annual developer conference is right around the corner. Here's what's expected to be on the docket.
Next CISO: Learn from attackers to boost cyber defences
Cyberattacks are changing quickly; the defenders have to be even more agile to keep up, said Next CISO Dan Burns at Computings Cybersecurity Festival this week.
Amazon Great Summer Sale 2024: Best Deals on Earphones Under Rs. 5,000
Amazon Great Summer Sale 2024 went live on Thursday (May 2) for both Prime and non-Prime users in India. This is one of the biggest annual sales by the ecommerce giant, where products from a wide range of segments are made available with lucrative discounts. Users of the platform can find deals on smartphones, laptops, tablets, smartwatches, earphones and more.
Europe is falling behind in the race to develop space-based solar power
When the EU approved the European Green Deal in 2020, the bloc unveiled a plan to lead the clean energy transition. Yet it has since faced growing competition from both China which has quickly and quietly buried Europes solar panel industry and is now taking aim at its EV market and the US, which under the Biden administration took an about-face on sustainability with the introduction of the Inflation Reduction Act in 2022. As the EU invests more into renewables, it will need to overcome hurdles around reliability, storage, transmission, and scalability to reach its ambitious 2030 renewable This story continues at The Next Web
LinkedIn introduces games to push engagement
The games will be thinking-oriented games so users can hone their skills and test how well they can concentrate or even their mental flexibility.
The human cost of cyberfraud was very much in evidence at the Cybersecurity Festival earlier today, when Wayne Johncock, former CIO of Centrica, and co-founder of an edtech venture shared his experience of being a victim of insider fraud, perpetuated at Bank of America.
This tech investor will pay Ukrainian farmers to trap carbon in their soil
Lithuanian climate investment firm HeavyFinance has added over 700,000 football pitches-worth of farmland in Ukraine to its soil carbon credit programme. Modern agriculture has taken its toll on soils. Centuries of plowing, cutting, and overgrazing has made land less fertile. This has also released billions of tonnes of CO2 into the atmosphere. HeavyFinance pays farmers to put some of this carbon back into the ground. Specifically, the company issues loans to encourage the switch to regenerative farming practices. This includes rotating crops, growing cover crops during the off season, or plowing less often. These processes can remove carbon from the This story continues at The Next Web
500 AI models optimised for Core Ultra processors, says Intel
Intel says more than 500 AI models have been optimised for its Core Ultra processors, calling the move a significant milestone in its effort to position itself as the prime chip supplier for AI PCs.
Belfast to spearhead UK's digital revolution with 37m Digital Twin Centre
UK government has unveils a significant investment in its digital future with the announcement of a brand new 37.6 million National Digital Twin Centre to be established in Belfast.
Amazon Great Summer Sale 2024 Live Updates: Best Deals on Smartphones, Laptops, Amazon Devices, More
Amazon Great Summer Sale 2024 is now live for all users after granting Prime members a 12-hour early access. the summer sale event brings discounts on across all popular product categories, including smartphones, laptops, smartwatches, tablets, Amazon devices, essential summer appliances like air conditioners, coolers, refrigerators, and more.
Airtels Xstream Play partners Sun NXT for content sharing in regional languages
Airtel Xstream customers can access Sun NXT content in Tamil to Telugu, Kannada, Malayalam, Bangla and Marathi
Microsoft inks $10 billion deal to power AI with renewables
Tech giant Microsoft has struck a landmark deal with Brookfield Asset Management, committing to back an estimated $10 billion in new renewable energy projects.
Google parent Alphabet paid Apple $20 billion in 2022 to be Safaris default search engine: Report
The information about Alphabets lucrative payments to Apple was discovered during the U.S antitrust trial looking into Googles dominance in the search and advertising sectors, reported Bloomberg
WhatsApp rolls out new features for Communities
WhatsApp is getting new features for Communities and their groupsthatwill allow users to organise events and reply to admin announcements in Community Announcement Groups.
Dutch minister fears national security risk from Chinese ownership of Anteryon
Another Dutch tech firm has been caught in the simmering tensions between the West and China. Amid growing calls to curb Chinese access to chipmaking equipment from ASML, a Dutch minister has raised a separate alarm about the sale of Philips spinoff Anteryon. Although the digital-optics developer remains based in Eindhoven, the business was bought in 2019 by Chinas Jingfang Optotelectronics. The Suzhou-based firm reportedly spent between 40mn and 50mn on the acquisition. Following a separate buyout in 2021, the chip company China Wafer became Jinfangs majority shareholder. These deals attracted the concerns of Micky Adriaansens, the outgoing Dutch Economy This story continues at The Next Web Or just read more coverage about: Security
Dutch startup to bring robotic blood drawing to hospitals
Utrecht-based Vitestro has raised 20mn to bring its robotic blood drawing device to market. Founded in 2017, Vitestro aims to improve the blood draw experience for patients and address personnel shortages in healthcare where the demand for skilled laboratory professionals is growing at a higher rate than any other occupation. The startups device relies on infrared to locate the vein and ultrasound to create an image of the blood vessel. Then, an AI-based robotic needle uses this information to determine the right puncture location with submillimetre precision. Since 2023, Vitestro is running the worlds largest-scale clinical trial for autonomous This story continues at The Next Web
New AI technique detects money laundering via cryptocurrencies
Blockchain is often criticised as a solution in search of a problem. But one group of people has already found immense value in the tech: money launderers. Their crimes cause painful headaches for financial institutions, crypto businesses, legitimate law enforcement agencies, and cryptocurrencyregulators. All of them need to tackle illicit activity on blockchains. Enter Elliptic, a British firm that specialises in cryptocurrency forensics. The company uses blockchain analytics to protect customers from financial crimes. Its latest safeguard taps the power of AI. By applying machine learning to transaction data, Elliptic has created a new method of detecting money laundering on This story continues at The Next Web
'A generation of entitlement': Against Big Tech in the fight for talent
Mid-size firms can't compete with Big Tech on salary. But there are other ways to attract - and keep - staff if you understand their motivations.
AWS sales grow to $25bn in Q1 2024
Amazon reported Q1 earnings and revenue yesterday featuring sales of $143.3bn and an operating income of $15.3bn
Realme 12 Pro+, P1 Pro, Narzo 70, Buds Air 5, and More Discounted Ahead of Amazon, Flipkart Sales
Realme has announced discounts on a range of its smartphones and a pair of true wireless earphones. The discounts include bank offers and other coupons. Customers can get select products at a reduced price than the usual market price. The sale commemorates the company's sixth anniversary in the country.
Hackers used compromised Citrix credentials to attack healthcare provider
In testimony slated to be delivered before a US House committee, UnitedHealth Group CEO Andrew Witty said that hackers used stolen credentials to log in to a Citrix remote access portal, using an account that didn't have multifactor authentication enabled.
EU opens disinformation probe against Meta as elections loom
The European Commission has launched a formal investigation into Meta, the parent company of Facebook and Instagram, for potentially violating the bloc's new online content regulations.
Vinted posts first-ever annual profit after 61% revenue growth in 2023
Vinted, the popular online marketplace for second-hand fashion, has announced its first-ever annual profit. The milestone follows a strong 2023, reaching 596.3mn in revenue a 61% increase compared to the previous year (370.2mn). With an adjusted EBITDA at 76.6mn, Vinted turned a 20.4mn net loss in 2022 into a 17.8mn net profit in 2023. The startup attributes its profitability to significant growth, starting with increased penetration in existing markets and its expansion to Romania, Denmark, and Finland. In addition, the company continued its expansion into luxury fashion with verification, and further developed Vinted Go, its own shipping service. Second-hand This story continues at The Next Web
Dutch startup to test hearing via brain-computer interface
MindAffect, a Netherlands-based healthtech startup, has raised 1.1mn to bring its hearing diagnostics technology to market. A spinout from Radboud University, MindAffect has developed a patented brain computer interface (BCI) technology, which enables diagnosis of hearing impairments using brain signals. The startup aims to provide a more equitable testing solution that specifically caters for hard-to-test patients, such as children, the elderly, and people with disabilities. Current methods, such as pure-tone or speech testing, depend on the constant responses of patients. But this can be challenging or ineffective for individuals who are unable to communicate due to age or disability This story continues at The Next Web
Facebook, Instagram in EU crosshairs for election disinformation
Consumer understanding and enthusiasm around artificial intelligence is higher than expected.
Samsung Galaxy M55 Review | A refreshing arrival amidst Exynos push
By opting for the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 1 chipset in Galaxy M55, Samsung has made a smart decision for the highly competitive mid-range segment
UK political parties urged to commit to AI honesty before elections
A group of prominent political, technology and civil society leaders have raised concerns about the threat posed by AI-generated content to the integrity of the upcoming UK elections.
Interview: lllumio, Security Excellence Awards Finalist
Alongside its customers, Illumio is shortlisted for no less than five awards including Network Security and Enterprise Security Solution and Security Project of the Year categories.
UK bans devices with weak passwords
The government has enacted a law that bans internet-connected devices from having weak default passwords.
Google has laid off more employees: Report
Google has laid off staff on teams including Flutter, Dart, and Python, reported TechCrunch
How to manage a business during hyper growth
One IT leader shares the tips he learned in managing a company through a period of intense growth.
Effective management means thinking like a marketer
Good leaders are effective managers, but great leaders know how to manage up as well as down
IBM in court bid to shut down Software-Defined Mainframe threat to its 'big iron' gravy train
IBM is in court this week in a bid to shutdown an IBM-compatible cloud service that, it claims, infringes on its own mainframe intellectual property.
OpenAI to train LLMs on Financial Times content with permission
The Financial Times (full disclosure the owners of The Next Web) have inked a deal with OpenAI. The American firm will use the British publishers content to train its generative AI models. The deal is the latest in a string of new partnerships between OpenAI and global news publishers like Axel Springer, Associated Press, and Le Monde. The company did not disclose the financial terms of any of the contracts. In 2023 alone, hundreds of pages of litigation and countless articles accused tech firms of stealing artists and publishers work to train their AI models. OpenAI has come under This story continues at The Next Web
Apple releases eight OpenELM AI small language models for on-device use
Apple has released eight small AI language models intended for use on smartphones and other devices as proof-of-concept research releases, made available under Apples open source-like Sample Code Licence.
iPad Brought Under EU's Digital Markets Act, Apple Must Comply With New Rules in 6 Months
Apples iPad has been added to a list of Big Tech products and services hit by strict new European Union rules aimed at stopping potential competition abuses before they take hold.
New UK cybersecurity law will make weak passwords a thing of the past
Under the UKs new cybersecurity law, consumer smart devices can no longer allow the use of weak, easy-to-guess passwords, such as admin or 12345. This is part of a set of minimum-security standards the UK is requiring to protect consumers from hacking and cyberattacks. The law covers every smart device that comes with internet or network connectivity, ranging from TVs and phones to game consoles, connected fridges, and smart doorbells. Manufacturers of such products will also have to publish contact details so that users can report bugs and other issues. In addition, theyll need to be transparent about the timing This story continues at The Next Web
Polestar unveils worlds first 10-minute charge EV prototype
Polestar has successfully charged its upcoming EV model in just 10 minutes. The Swedish car maker achieved the feat using a silicon-dominant battery built by Israeli startup StoreDot. Polestar installed the battery in a fully drivable prototype of its Polestar 5 model, set to go on sale next year. It managed to charge the EV from 10% to 80% under the 10-minute time cap. StoreDots batteries use silicon anodes instead of graphite. Silicon anodes can store 10 times the amount of lithium ions that graphite can, while taking up a lot less space. This means more efficient batteries that This story continues at The Next Web
Interview: Zerto, Security Excellence Awards finalist
A robust cybersecurity posture is essential for ensuring the resilience of operational infrastructure, and the safety of confidential data and intellectual property.
IT Essentials: Of Mickey Mouse and mainframes
Just as laser pointers pale in comparison to 3D motion tracking, mainframes are being replaced - sort of - by new competitors. But the big blue gorilla that is IBM won't go down without a fight.
Darktrace agrees $5.3bn takeover by Thoma Bravo
Darktrace has agreed a $5.32 billion (4.25 billion) acquisition by private equity firm Thoma Bravo. The cash acquisition equates to around $7.75 (6.20) per share, and a 44% premium on the companys average stock price over the past three months. It listed on the London Stock Exchange at 2.50 per share in 2021.
Let go: You can't please everyone anyway
IT leaders are under an increasing amount of pressure, and looking after your mental health is essential to protect yourself, your employees and your job.
How to change your MAC address on Windows and Mac
Want to change the MAC address on your Windows or Mac PC? Heres a guide to teach you how in just a few simple steps.
How to update your Gmail picture on desktop and mobile
Switching up your Gmail account photo once in a while is a good idea. Here's how to change your Gmail picture either via the desktop website or the mobile app.
How to change your Yahoo password on desktop and mobile
Updating your Yahoo account password is very easy. Heres instructions on how to do it on a desktop PC or mobile device.
Apple ID Account Bug Locks Some Users Out of Accounts, Forces Password Reset
Apple ID password reset prompts are being presented to several users online, according to various reports by customers on social media platforms. The issue appears to be affecting users randomly, including one Gadgets 360 staff member. Apple's system status webpage does not currently indicate that there are any issues affecting any of its services.
Study shows benevolent sexism in startups widens the gender gap
Our understanding of the challenges women face in the startup ecosystem is limited. Past research has focused on overt negative sexist attitudes that question womens competence and suitability for entrepreneurship. This view overlooks the existence of more subtle, yet pervasive and socially acceptable, sexist attitudes that often go unnoticed. Given the sheer number of people interested or working in startups today, from investors to suppliers to job applicants, the effects of these subtle forms of sexism can accumulate across a large and diverse group of decision-makers. For initiatives tackling gender inequality in entrepreneurship to be effective, we must gain a This story continues at The Next Web
Hallo, Netherlands!Welcome to TNWs first weekly round-up of tech news from our glorious home country. As we count down to TNW conference in Amsterdam on June 20 and 21, were ramping up our coverage of the Dutch IT sector. Wed also love to hear your thoughts on the local ecosystem. Drop us a line if you want to showcase your startup, share a digital tip, or just tell us your deepest, darkest secrets. In the meantime, lets get to the news. What were writing Chip giant ASML plans Eindhoven expansion in big win for Dutch tech Airbnb for cars platform This story continues at The Next Web
Why Lithuania is a hidden gem of Europes startup ecosystem
In 2022, over 20,000 Lithuanians returned to their country of birth from abroad. A high quality of life coupled with a booming entrepreneurial ecosystem and a collaborative mentality has contributed to what investors are calling a reverse brain drain. Many of their minds reemerge in the countrys startup scene. It was on a visit to Lisbon that I first heard someone refer to Lithuania as a hidden gem of Europes startup ecosystem. A recent trip to Vilnius convinced me they were right. To further drive the inspiring transformation it has achieved since regaining its independence from the Soviet Union in This story continues at The Next Web
Microsoft, Google and Snap report strong quarterly results, IBM and Intel less so
Five big tech companies announced their quarterly financial results on Thursday with a jump in fortunes for Microsoft, Google and Snap, while those of IBM and Intel were more mixed.
Darktrace agrees 4.3B sale to US investor in blow to UK stock market
British cybersecurity flag bearer Darktrace is set to leave Londons stock market after agreeing a 4.3bn sale to US private equity firm Thoma Bravo. Shareholders will have to approve the takeover before its rubber-stamped. The chair of Darktrace, Gordon Hurst, said the deal represents an attractive premium and an opportunity for shareholders. The proposed acquisition will provide Darktrace access to a strong financial partner in Thoma Bravo, with deep software sector expertise, who can enhance the companys position as a best-in-class cyber AI business headquartered in the UK, he added. The deal would end a turbulent spell on the Londons This story continues at The Next Web
Today is your last chance to enter the 2024 IT Leaders 100
Enter now to have your name recognised as one of the UK's leading technology figures. Computing is all about the IT leader. Whether you're a CIO, CTO, CDO, chief engineer, digital director or any of the hundreds of other titles used to denote tech seniority, you are both our foundation and our passion. Every year we publish the IT Leaders 100, a definitive list of the most influential, creative and inspiring technologists in the UK today. We've featured people from every sector and organisations both large and small - our way of giving back to the community that has made us who we are today. But there's not long left to put your name forward - entries close at midnight tonight. Don't worry, though, it only takes five minutes to enter this year's list. Simply open the submission form , or use the form below, and fill in your or your nominee's details for consideration in the 2024 edition of the IT Leaders 100. Lesley Salmon, global CIO at Kellanova, who was featured on the list last year, said, If you want to learn something new from someone with great IT experience, then use the IT Leaders 100 to your advantage. Connect, collaborate, and see what opportunities you can create together or what challenges you can overcome with mentorship and guidance from great leaders in this industry. As an added bonus, everyone who reaches the final 100 will be entered into a prize draw to win a 50 voucher: a congratulations for being a leading figure in the UK IT market. When drawing up the final list we take into account factors like duration in role, level of transformation and major IT achievements.We also some lighter questions to get a sense of the person behind the title: from 'How did you get into IT?' to 'What's your secret talent?' We can't wait to see what you've got in store for us this year. Once we've shortlisted the entries, we work with industry experts on the incredibly challenging task of producing the final list - our assessment of the most influential figures in UK IT today. Each entrant should only submit themselves once - multiple entries will not increase your chance of being on the final list. Submissions close today, so don't wait.Fill in the form below to enter, or click this link . document.write(' '); Integrated data applications for enterprise teams - Alchemer. Please take my survey now
Global government networks breached in 'ArcaneDoor' espionage campaign
Cisco issued a security alert on Wednesday detailing a large-scale cyber espionage campaign dubbed ArcaneDoor that targeted government networks worldwide.
GenAI at the heart of AWS Summit
AI took centre stage at the AWS Summit on Wednesday, with customers like Zilch and TUI setting out some early successes with AI innovation.
To understand the risks posed by AI, follow themoney
Time and again, leading scientists, technologists, and philosophers have made spectacularly terrible guesses about the direction of innovation. Even Einstein was not immune, claiming, There is not the slightest indication that nuclear energy will ever be obtainable, just ten years before Enrico Fermi completed construction of the first fission reactor in Chicago. Shortly thereafter, the consensus switched to fears of an imminent nuclear holocaust. Similarly, todays experts warn that an artificial general intelligence (AGI) doomsday is imminent. Others retort that large language models (LLMs) have already reached the peak of their powers. Its difficult to argue with David Collingridges influential This story continues at The Next Web
How to change margins in Google Docs
Adjusting your margins in Google Docs is actually pretty easy once you know how. In this guide, we'll show you how to change margins in Google Docs in two ways.
How to delete your Gmail account (and what you need to know)
Whatever the reason for deleting your Gmail account, doing so is not a difficult process. Heres a guide to help you along the way.
Europe taps deep learning to make industrial robots safer colleagues
Demand for industrial robots is rising in Europe, especially driven by the benefits of automation. However, there are ongoing challenges in ensuring seamless collaboration with humans while maintaining safety. To address this issue, a consortium of European universities, technology accelerators, and private research labs is launching the RoboSAPIENs project. The aim is to build the necessary safety mechanisms with a particular focus on adaptive industrial robots a category of autonomous robots that can learn new behaviours without being reprogrammed and adapt to changes in their system structure or environment. One eye-catching ambition targets a big problem for adaptive robots: This story continues at The Next Web
AI unicorn Synthesia launches most emotionally expressive avatars on the market
A British startup today unveiled new AI humans that blur the line between the virtual and the real. Synthesia calls the digital beings Expressive Avatars. They promise the most realistic emotional expressions on the market. Generated by an AI model thats trained on footage of real actors, the avatars are built for video creation. Users simply enter a text prompt and the synthetic humans read them out on a screen. The photorealistic renders are certainly impressive. But what makes them unique is their capacity to convey human feelings. Using a technique called automatic sentiment prediction, Synthesias AI models infer the This story continues at The Next Web
US to block TikTok - ByteDance vows to fight back
TikTok claims a new US law, which requires owner ByteDance to divest it in nine months or a country-wide block, is unconstitutional.
Leicester streetlights on day and night following cyber-attack
The cyber-attack disclosed earlier this month has left some streetlights lit at all hours of the day as well as after dark.
IBM to acquire HashiCorp for $6.4bn
IBM has confirmed it is to buy cloud infrastructure software firm HashiCorp by the end of 2024.
BlueVoyant chooses Leeds for new Security Operations Centre
Cybersecurity services provider BlueVoyant, yesterday formally opened its new Security Operations Centre (SOC) and Experience Centre in Leeds.
CMA invites comments on Microsoft and Amazon AI partnerships
The UK's Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) is seeking comment on three major partnerships involving tech firms and AI start-ups.
Airbnb for cars platform SnappCar changes hands in bid for further growth
Dutch car-sharing platform SnappCar, which claims to be the largest of its kind in the Netherlands, has been fully acquired by AutoBinck Group a shareholder in the scaleup since its founding in 2011. The ownership change also sees the return of SnappCars founder, Victor van Tol, in the role of the CEO. Van Told told local newspaper mt/sprout that the acquisition will enable faster decisions and eliminate the need for external investments. AutoBinck, which specialises in mobility and energy solutions, has a turnover of approximately 1bn. According to the two companies, the deal aims to support SnappCars further growth. This story continues at The Next Web Or just read more coverage about: Airbnb
UK IT Awards: Your questions answered
An upcoming webinar answers any and all questions about entering - and winning - the UK IT Industry Awards. The UK IT Industry Awards are the tech sector's biggest and brightest celebration of the year, honouring the products, projects and people that are leading the pack. Even making it through the rigorous shortlisting process, which whittles down the contenders to a handful of the best for each category, is an achievement. Every year, we field hundreds of questions from potential entrants about the process: from what the judges are looking for to specifics about which category to enter . That's why, this year, we're once again running a Top Tips webinar, so you can hear from past winners and judges about how to elevate your entry. Click here to register Taking place on 8th May at 11am, the UK IT Industry Awards Top Tips Webinar offers a unique opportunity to get an inside look at the entry process, submission best practices and the benefits of winning an award. Co-hosted by Computing editor Tom Allen and Carl Harris, executive director for brand at BCS, the webinar will look at how past entries really caught the judges' eyes, as well as speak to some of last year's winners: PA Consulting's Karen Byer, 2023's Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Leader of the Year, and Lucille Harvey from Triad Group, crowned Rising Star of the Year. During the webinar you will learn: Top tips and tricks on how to create an award-winning submission to set you apart from the competition. What judges are looking for and how to tailor your entry to make a lasting impression. Updates in the award categories and criteria, to make sure you apply for the best category for you. Personal experiences of previous winners and the positive impact of winning a UK IT Industry Award. The webinar also critically includes a Q&A section to address your queries. Click here to sign up for free.
TNW Podcast: Sebastian Aristotelis on thriving in space; the future of ASML and Stability AI
Welcome to the new episode of the TNW Podcast the show where we discuss the latest developments in the European technology ecosystem and feature interviews with some of the most interesting people in the industry. In todays episode, Ioanna and Andrii talk about the potentially good news about ASMLs future in the Netherlands, the latest developments at Stability AI, carbon capture solutions, and much more. The guest of the show is Sebastian Aristotelis, whose title is co-founder and Lead Architect at SAGA Space Architects, a Danish company that is building human habitats to use on other planets. Here are This story continues at The Next Web
How a council consolidated security tools and saved 40%
Before consolidating its security tools, Falkirk Council had difficulty knowing what software was on its systems, which had been patched successfully, and even how many of each type of laptop, PC and server were operational.
The top programming languages to learn if you want to get into AI
Its safe to say that the age of generative AI is well and truly upon us, rapidly changing the world of work as we know it. According to the World Economic Forums 2023 Future of Jobs Report, more than 75% of companies are looking to adopt technologies like AI in the next five years, so its no surprise that career opportunities in the space are exploding, especially for developers. But which programming language is leading the way? Python is without a doubt the most buzzed-about language for AI development. However, a decent programmer can work with AI in nearly any This story continues at The Next Web
Mandiant's 2024 threat report - five takeaways
The discovery of compromised systems continues to accelerate thanks both to improved detection tools and increased ransomware activity, according to Mandiants M-Trends threat report for 2024 that was released on Tuesday.
Voyager 1 back in action: NASA engineers fix 24-billion-km glitch
NASA has successfully revived its Voyager 1 probe, the farthest human-made object from Earth.
World-first satellites for commercial science set for launch in 2025
A British startup aimsto launch science satellites into space in 2025 after raising a fresh 2mn. BlueSkiesSpace has devised a unique business plan for the stargazers. They will be the first-ever science satellites that provide data directly to researchers via a membership model, the company said. The approach offers a new route tothe secrets of our universe. Currently, researchers rely on government agencies such as NASA and ESA to access space data. Unfortunately, this supply doesnt meet the demand. The James Webb Telescope, for instance, received 1,600 requests for observing time. Only of them 249 were selected. That equates to This story continues at The Next Web
Chip giant ASML plans Eindhoven expansion in big win for Dutch tech
In a major win for the Dutch tech industry, chip giant ASML intends to remain and further expand in the Netherlands. The chip machine manufacturer has signed a non-binding letter of intent with the City Council of Eindhoven, eyeing a potential expansion at the Brainport Industries Campus (BIC), west of the city. Located at Eindhovens Brainport region a major tech and innovation hub in Europe BIC is dedicated to the high-tech manufacturing industry. For ASML, BIC represents an interesting option, Roger Dassen, the companys CFO, said in a statement. Thats because of the campus close proximityto Veldhoven, where This story continues at The Next Web
How to download a video from Facebook
You can download Facebook videos to your PC or mobile device, but the process is a bit involved. Heres a guide on how to pull this off.
How to download Vimeo videos on desktop and mobile
Downloading a Vimeo video to your phone, tablet, or laptop is a simple process, and may not even require software. Heres a guide to help you.
Proportion paying ransoms declines in Q1 2024, even as takings break a new record
Statistics from cybersecurity firm Coveware reveal that organisations are increasingly refusing to pay ransomware extortion demands, which has led to a record low of 28% agreeing to pay in the first quarter of this year.
ToddyCat cybercriminals using high-end tools to commit 'industrial scale' theft
ToddyCat, a sophisticated hacker gang, is using numerous tools to infiltrate networks and steal valuable data.
Hundreds of users sue Grindr for allegedly selling their HIV data to advertisers
Grindr is being sued. The LGBTQ+ dating app is accused of sharing its users medical data with advertisers. This data includes their HIV status. UK law firm Austen Hays filed the claim at Londons High Court yesterday. The class action lawsuit represents hundreds of users of the app. Austen Hays claims that US-based Grindr breached UK data protection law by selling sensitive data to third parties without users consent. Aside from medical facts, this includes info about peoples ethnicity, sex life, and sexual orientation. Our clients have experienced significant distress over their highly sensitive and private information being shared without This story continues at The Next Web
Critics dismiss Broadcom's 'anti-cloud' licencing changes for VMware
Broadcom's efforts to allay concerns over its recent changes to VMware's cloud licencing practices have hit a roadblock.
Is this the future of coffee? Kaffa Roastery releases AI-conic blend
I am really into (my friends might say somewhat obsessed with) coffee. Not just for the hits of caffeine that fuel our productivity-enthralled capitalist society, but also for the taste, as well as different styles of brewing (although my Swedish roots make me partial to a pour-over). Sadly, I do not often get to write about it, as even though coffee roasting and brewing rely on technological engineering tech startups and coffee hardly ever intersect in the news. Enter Helsinki-based Kaffa Roastery, and its new blend of beans called AI-conic. The blend for the coffee (which costs 12.90 This story continues at The Next Web
3 carbon capture technologies youve probably never heard of
All of us will face the consequences of runaway climate change unless, maybe, youre living in one of Elon Musks new homes on Mars. But for the rest of us poor souls, tackling global heating is pretty much the top priority. The bad news is we are not on track to limit global temperatures rising to 1.5C to prevent the most catastrophic impacts of climate change. A new report has also revealed that temperatures in Europe are rising twice as fast as the rest of the world. Drastic cuts in emissions are required. We also need to pull out This story continues at The Next Web
Reliance Jios Q4 profit up 12 per cent
Spearheading the nations 5G transformation, Jio boasts over 108 million true 5G customers, underscoring its commitment to strengthening Indias digital infrastructure
Brits to issue their own sick notes via algorithm under plan to save GP time
In an attempt to reduce the workload of GPs, the UK is planning to introduce a new National Health Service (NHS) algorithm that will enable self-issued sick notes. The move is part of the governments effort to reform the sick note system, as Prime Minister Rishi Sunak is seeking not only to alleviate GPs, but also end the sick note culture. We need to change the sick note culture so the default becomes what work you can do not what you cant, Sunak said during a speech last week. According to NHS data, 11 million sick notes were issued This story continues at The Next Web
X vows to oppose order to remove posts about Sydney stabbing
X confirmed it will confront in court the order from an Australian regulator demanding the platform removes posts about the stabbing of a bishop in Sydney
IT Essentials: Summer's coming
With the sun shining, it's the perfect time to review ESG reports. No, really. We've made it easy.
