Singapore government to run another bug bounty

Its third with bug bounty platform HackerOne, the Singapore government is looking to identify potential security holes across nine online digital services as well as ICT systems with high user engagement.

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Microsoft asks to join private Linux security developer list

Microsoft's migration from Linux enemy to Linux friend continues in security circles.

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Microsoft developer reveals Linux is now more used on Azure than Windows Server

Linux rules all the clouds now, including Microsoft's own Azure.

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Ive departs Apple, iPad OS, Chrome OS 75, and T-Mobile 5G (MobileTechRoundup show #473)

Matt's back for the most part while Jony Ive leaves Apple. Huawei may be back in business and T-Mobile releases its first 5G phone. These and other topics are covered in the latest Mobile Tech Roundup podcast.

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Real world 5G not ready for primetime in 2019

No killer use case and suspect speed increases means it's best to wait a while before joining the 5G bandwagon.

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Bulgarian IT expert arrested after demoing vulnerability in kindergarten software

Vulnerability allowed him to download data of over 235,000 Bulgarian citizens.

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Half marathon training with the Polar Vantage V: Detailed plans, reports, and coaching lead to solid results

Several months ago I started training for my half marathon with a Polar Vantage V and Polar training plan. The plan guided me to a successful race, although conditions outside of Polar's control prevented me from achieving a PR.

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Apple told me I'm boring and unproductive and it hurts

Apple has an interesting way of categorizing your phone behavior. Does it make any sense?

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Serverless: applications only when you need them - no more, no less

Serverless takes cloud to the next level. But the security equation changes.

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Singapore to issue digital bank licenses

Move to issue up to five new digital bank licenses will add market diversity and boost the local banking system in Singapore's bid to become a digital economy, says industry regulator, which will begin reviewing applicants in August

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President Trump lifts US ban on Huawei at G20 summit

In typical Art of the Deal fashion, Donald Trump has reportedly discussed the US Huawei ban with the president of China and has decided to change his mind and allow US companies to sell goods to Huawei once again.

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Why a high-tech border wall is as silly as a physical one

Opinion: Technology is an attractive answer, but it's no panacea for economic and geopolitical problems at the border.

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RHA T20 Wireless review: 12 hour battery with option for wired or wireless connectivity

RHA Audio is well known for its high quality headsets and to give users their choice of connectivity, you can use the new T20 Wireless in either wired or wireless mode. The 12 hour battery will also keep you going for days.

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Glassdoor survey: Employees give top rating to VMware's CEO, but Zuckerberg plunges

Tech company CEOs were the most popular among employees, and they dominated the annual Top 100 CEO list, but not everyone did well, with many large tech companies failing to make the list.

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Fewer people seek AI jobs: is the market cooling off, or too hot to handle?

Analysis of Indeed job data shows slump in AI searches, suggesting the pool of available candidates ran dry.

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Google announces Equiano, a private subsea cable from Europe to Africa

Running along the West Coast of Africa, Equiano should offer about 20 times more network capacity than the last cable built to serve this region, Google says.

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Jony Ive just worked (until he didn't): The end of Apple's hardware era?

The departure of Apple's chief design officer, Jony Ive, marks the end of the Jobs era and the beginning of Apple as, well, what?

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This computer vision tech actually sees around corners

Forget line-of-sight; new sensing strategies enables researchers to see the sides of objects.

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Is your phone listening to your conversations? Paranoid's guide to settings you can change

Are you suspicious about your phone? Have a look at these settings to put your mind at ease.

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BBQ by phone: Traeger's smart grill raises the heat of your summer party game

With Traeger Grills' latest models, you can grill, smoke, roast, braise, bake and barbeque your food. After 10 days with the Ironwood 650, my family can't stop praising my grill skills.

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Here's why your iPhone takes longer to charge in summer

Have you noticed that your iPhone -- this also applies to most other smartphones and tablets too -- takes longer to charge during summer? Here's why, along with what you can do about it.

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Almost half of US home security system owners admit their systems were switched off before a break in

The number of smart homes are on the rise, so it is no surprise that homeowners are becoming interested in buying the best tech products for safety.

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Under 45s trust bots over humans with personal data

We are becoming more and more concerned that AI will replace humans in business. Now, a new study shows that digital assistants appear to be more trustworthy.

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Good technology and worker happiness go hand in hand

Workers with access to technology that helps them work more productively helps them reduce their stress levels, according to a new report.

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ZAGG Messenger Folio for Apple iPad Mini 5 review: Affordable keyboard with Pencil holder

I recently went back to using an iPad, the small iPad Mini 2019, but to improve my productivity I need a keyboard. ZAGG sent along its Messenger Folio and despite the small size I am still able to crank out the words at a good clip.

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Tablet revenue increases in Brazil

But the number of units sold saw a reduction in the first quarter of 2019, according to IDC.

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Fitbit app updated: Redesigned for greater personalization and easier access to tools

With the recent launch of new wearables in March, Fitbit has been working on a smartphone app redesign to help users personalize their experience while improving access to tools in the app.

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The Windows 10 security guide: How to safeguard your business

How do you configure Windows 10 PCs to avoid common security problems? There's no software magic bullet, unfortunately, and the tools are different for small businesses and enterprises. Here's what to watch out for.

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Technology that changed us: The 2010s, from Amazon Echo to Pokémon Go

In this 50-year retrospective, we're not just looking at technology year by year, we're looking at technologies that had an impact on us, paved the way for the future, and changed us, in ways good and bad. (Previously: The 2000s)

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Realme enters race to ship a smartphone with a 64MP camera

Chinese smartphone-maker Realme has showcased a new flagship with a 64MP camera using a Samsung Isocell sensor launched in May.

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The Pentagon's laser can recognize you by your heartbeat

Clothes or tin foil hats won’t make a difference.

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Popular grief support page hacked, ignored for weeks by Facebook

A hacker spammed Grief the Unspoken with disturbing content.

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AWS S3 server leaks data from Fortune 100 companies: Ford, Netflix, TD Bank

Exposed data includes passwords and private keys for production systems, employee details, sales information.

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New Dridex malware strain avoids antivirus software detection

When the new banking Trojan strain first appeared, very few traditional software products recognized it.

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Microsoft Edge gets 'Tracking Prevention' feature

Microsoft testing a Firefox-like tracking protection feature for Edge.

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Germany and the Netherlands to build the first ever joint military internet

Germany and the Netherlands come together to build TEN (Tactical Edge Networking).

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Singapore unveils framework to facilitate 'trusted' data-sharing between organisations

Regulators say the Trusted Data Sharing Framework aims to resolve challenges companies face in sharing data assets, including the need to ensure regulatory compliance as well as a lack of methodologies and trust with whom they shared data.

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Cognizant injects new life into itself with Zenith acquisition

Following a dismal revision of its revenue forecast, the purchase of this life sciences manufacturing company couldn't have come at a better time.

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Apple's design chief Jony Ive to depart, form new company

The move is a design hit, but Apple maintains that its bench is deep, according to a the company.

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Wipro's Li-Fi solution could slake the thirst of bandwidth-devouring Indians

Purelifi's light-based solution is 1,000-times denser than Wi-Fi and complements -- not competes -- with it. It could change the way Indians use data.

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How bacteria could improve soft robots

E. coli is bad when it contaminates your food, but it can actually be good for robots. Scientists say synthetic bacteria could eventually repair a robot, generate energy, or detect chemicals in the environment.

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Independence Day: When we'll be prisoners of our cars no more

As driverless technologies improve, there'll be no more Uber, Hertz, or even car owners. Here's how Amazon and Apple will take us all for a ride.

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Valve to continue Steam gaming on Ubuntu Linux

But, the gaming company isn't happy with Canonical and will try to work closer with other Linux distributors.

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Alphabet's moonshot security firm Chronicle joins Google Cloud

Chronicle has lived as an independent subsidiary of Alphabet, where it developed a cybersecurity intelligence and analytics platform using Google-originated techniques.

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Brazil leads in ransomware attacks

The country ranks second after the United States on a list of the world's five most targeted markets

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Ads on popular YouTube to MP3 converter service poisoned with exploit kit, ransomware

By exploiting the source, malware can infiltrate legitimate adverts and domains.

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Salesforce open sources research to advance state of the art in AI for common sense reasoning

Deep learning is great for many applications, but common sense reasoning is not one of them. New research from Salesforce promises to alleviate this, advancing previous results by a considerable margin.

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Multi-cloud data catalogs the easy way, using metadata and machine learning by Waterline Data

Data governance is drudgery, but in the post-GDPR world, it's beyond foundational - it's essential. Waterline Data wants to help do it the easy way, automating as much of it as possible.

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Ransomware attacks: Why and when it makes sense to pay the ransom

Whether you pay ransomware actors or not really comes down to some straightforward business calculations. Sometimes the ransom is worth it.

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Android spyware campaign spreads across the Middle East

The malware is designed to pillage mobile device data.

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Orbit B-hyve Sprinkler Timer review: Affordable, powerful smart watering controller

While we all love green grass and healthy gardens, we are also cognizant of water restrictions and limited water supplies. The Orbit B-hyve Sprinkler Timer provides control for your home and business through your smartphone and on the controller itself.

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MongoDB: The cloud keeps rolling but what about legacy modernization?

MongoDB’s installed base is following it into the cloud, and the result has spawned a highly diverse marketplace of options. Behind the headlines, MongoDB’s journey to building out its transaction processing capabilities could have an unlikely target.

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Amazon adds Counter pickup service in US, partners with Rite Aid

The Counter service is another part of Amazon's approach to last-mile delivery and fulfillment.

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Robot security guard gets boost to fight crime

What do you get when you cross a mall cop with a security camera? Robots are an emerging front line in physical security.

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CNEX cleared of stealing trade secrets from Huawei

It was alleged that Huawei, in turn, posed as a customer in order to steal valuable intellectual property from CNEX.

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Oracle revamps startup program in a long-tail play for cloud growth

By inviting more startups to adopt Oracle Cloud, the enterprise giant is hoping to build inroads with the tech leaders of the future.

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Bluetooth with attitude: Studio 19 Solo E500T

A stylish Bluetooth column speaker for home or office, with 360-degree sound.

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Firefox to get a random password generator, like Chrome

Firefox's random password generator expected to launch later this fall.

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Microsoft Excel Power Query feature can be abused for malware distribution

Disabling DDE support in Microsoft Excel should prevent attacks, Microsoft says.

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Hacker steals $4.5 million from Bitrue cryptocurrency exchange

Hackers stole $4.25 million worth of Ripple coins and $225,000 worth of Cardano coins.

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Singapore commits resources to drive 5G, earmarks key verticals for adoption

Industry regulator Infocomm Media Development Authority has set aside S$40 million (US$29.53 million) to support research and development efforts and drive adoption of 5G, which include initiatives focused on key verticals such as urban mobility and maritime.

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Singapore sets up inter-agency digital team with aim to create 10,000 tech jobs

Employees from Economic Development Board, Enterprise Singapore, and Infocomm Media Development Authority form a new office that aims to drive growth opportunities and serve as a centralised contact point for the local technology industry, for which it also aims to create 10,000 jobs over the next three years.

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Extreme Networks to acquire Aerohive Networks for $272M

The deal will expand Extreme's portfolio in cloud-managed Wi-Fi and network access control.

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Micron Technology sees rebound in cloud, data center spending

Micron Technology's third quarter wasn't as bad as feared and one big reason is that cloud providers are starting to build out infrastructure after a spending pause.

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APAC cities pledge digital cooperation, but acknowledge some implementation challenging

Governments participating in the Asia-Pacific Telecommunity have laid out new five-year goals to "co-create a connected digital future" in the region that include the development of data privacy and cybersecurity policies and regulations, but admit that--given the number of countries involved--the rollout of some components will be challenging.

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Protect your customers’ lives via tech-driven innovation

CIO must understand how healthcare companies and new players are innovating to improve human conditions while positioning their firms for future market leadership.

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Microsoft is notifying users if their devices aren't ready for Windows 10 1903

Some Windows 10 users are seeing notifications from Microsoft that their devices are temporarily blocked from receiving the Windows 10 1903 update.

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T-Mobile offering Galaxy S10 5G with service in six cities on June 28

While I was skeptical that we would see 5G from US carriers in 2019, it's really happening. T-Mobile will be selling the new Galaxy S10 5G on Friday with 5G service in six cities.

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The Science of Breaking Bad, book review: Walter White's chemistry explained

This is an entertaining way to learn more about science, and an excuse to rewatch a classic show.

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BlackBerry Q1 beats estimates as Cylance business rings up $51 million in revenue

This is the first quarterly report since BlackBerry reorganized into three business units: IoT, BlackBerry Cylance, and Licensing.

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Healthcare industry falls far behind in SecOps resources

Less than a quarter of medical organizations have a robust in-house security team available.

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Oracle adds dedicated Autonomous Database instances, developer tools

The updates land as Oracle is seeing more enterprise customers trial the Autonomous Database. With the Autonomous Database, Oracle is looking to automate and optimize the upkeep of its database to save labor costs.

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The race to add drones to nationwide air traffic control system

AirMap, which oversees a version of air traffic control for drones, to collaborate on the national airspace integration.

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eBay mocks Amazon with anti-Prime Day 'sales crash'

The online auction site is poking fun at Amazon by saying it will host a “Crash Sale.”

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Here's how I survived a SIM swap attack - and how my mobile carrier failed me

After a crazy week where T-Mobile handed over my phone number to a hacker twice, I now have my T-Mobile, Google, and Twitter accounts back under my control. However, the weak link in this situation remains and I'm wary of what could happen in the future.

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Remote code execution bug lurked in BlueStacks Android emulator

Vulnerable code allowed BlueStack’s IPC mechanism to be tampered with, with severe consequences.

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McAfee sues former sales team over alleged leak of trade secrets to rival firm

The staff members at the heart of the case moved over to a competitor, Tanium.

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Polar announces Ignite GPS fitness watch: Advanced sleep tracking and training guides at an affordable price

Polar announced its newest mid-range GPS sports watch that takes some of the technology from its high end Vantage line and offers improvements in sleep tracking and overnight recovery insights.

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Report shows failures at eight US agencies in following cyber-security protocols

US Senate report finds appallingly bad cyber-security practices at eight US government agencies.

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Arrests made in UK, Netherlands over €24 million Bitcoin heist

The schemers allegedly spoofed crypto trading posts to steal virtual coins from thousands of victims.

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Second Florida city pays giant ransom to ransomware gang in a week

Lake City officials give in and agree to pay nearly $500,000 to ransomware gang.

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Hyperconverged systems sales surge in Q1, Dell Technologies, VMware, Nutanix lead

Dell Technologies portfolio companies dominated the hyperconverged space, according to IDC.

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Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 SPU snags smart card security certificate

Qualcomm says the SoC upgrade will slice material costs for vendors without compromising security.

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Australians fear China but want its technology: Lowy Institute poll

Despite rising fears of China, more Australians want the government to focus on getting the best or cheapest technology rather than protecting against foreign state intrusion -- but it's close.

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Microsoft and Adobe deliver on a three-year old Office 365 customer request

Office 365/SharePoint Online users can now view, share edit and edit PDFs without first having to download them first.

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New Silex malware is bricking IoT devices, has scary plans

Over 2,000 devices have been bricked in the span of a few hours. Attacks still ongoing.

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SUSE Linux bridges the gap between the server and the cloud

The new SUSE Linux Enterprise 15 Service Pack 1 is positioned as the operating system for servers, datacenters, and the cloud.

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AWS brings native network traffic mirroring to EC2 instances

The new VPC traffic mirroring feature is one of multiple cloud and networking security announcements from AWS this week.

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Oracle Analytics: Honing 18+ products down to a single brand

Oracle brings its cloud, on-premises and applications analytics products under a single brand, with a new user experience and simplified pricing.

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Microsoft to add more OneDrive consumer storage plans; new Personal Vault security feature

Office 365 consumer subscribers soon will be able to buy up to an extra 1 TB of storage for a fee. And OneDrive web, mobile and Windows 10 PC users are getting a new secure-storage feature for no additional charge.

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Carbon raises $260 million to grow its digital manufacturing platform

The 3D printing player plans to use the cash injection to fuel research and development of its 3D printing platform and expand internationally.

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Coolpad Legacy review: Best smartphone available for less than $150

If you are tired of paying hundreds or even more than a thousand for a smartphone, Coolpad offers an attractive option in the Coolpad Legacy. It's been a rock over the past month and I'm convinced most people would be perfectly satisfied with this $130 phone.

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How to do a clean install of Windows 10: Which option is best for you?

A clean install is the ultimate troubleshooting technique, but it's also the best way to repurpose a device you no longer need or to get a fresh start. By my count, there are four ways to do a clean install. Here are the pros and cons of each.

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U.S. enterprises want to expand IT teams, but face skilled worker shortages

Security and cloud professionals are in short supply even as 67% of companies plan to expand their IT teams, according to Robert Half Technology.

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Apple is an exclusive club, says Facebook executive

Former politician Nick Clegg assails Apple -- but not by name -- and contrasts it with Facebook's populist universality. Oh, please.

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ICO slams UK Met Police for failure to handle public data requests

Updated: With GDPR in full swing, the data watchdog wants to help consumers access the information the police have on them.

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Seagate Exos AP 4U100: dual-core Xeon processors and up to up to 1.6 petabytes of storage

The Exos AP 4U100 offers the highest density compute and storage in a single system.

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Malicious URL attacks using HTTPS surge across the enterprise

Organizations should be aware of the latest impersonation techniques and file service exploits.

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UK ransomware firm ‘helps’ victims by paying off hackers, tacking on massive fee

Red Mosquito allegedly has a profitable sideline in place for ransomware victims.

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In a driverless future, virtual car accidents save lives

Sims are driving the autonomous vehicle revolution by promising safe, fast development. But not all simulators are created equal.

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Bitfinex hackers arrested after three years

Two brothers arrested in Israel last week have been linked to the massive 2016 Bitfinex hack.

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Facebook's bid to quash data breach lawsuit dismissed by judge

Whether the social media giant likes it or not, the court case is going ahead.

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New Mac malware abuses recently disclosed Gatekeeper zero-day

Researchers find new OSX/Linker malware abusing still-unpatched macOS Gatekeeper bypass.

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Apple could owe Samsung penalties for not selling enough iPhones

Apple allegedly owes “hundreds of billions of won” to Samsung Display as a penalty for not buying OLED displays at the agreed level.

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US bill to force tech giants to tell users how much their data is worth

Bill would also force large tech companies to disclose what user data they collect and how they're monetizing it.

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Alphabet's Sidewalk Labs unveils expansive Toronto smart city proposal

The proposed project promises "a holistic approach to digital innovation" but has been met with concern over privacy and surveillance issues.

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Stringent data protection regulation has gone global

New privacy regulations are emerging worldwide, from California to Brazil to India. Standards for data protection are also becoming more stringent.

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iOS 13 public beta is a buggy mess

A quick look at the iOS 13 public beta suggests that it's far from being ready, and could be one of the worst beta releases in years.

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Microsoft's next step toward embracing Android: Adding app support?

Microsoft is considering bringing Android apps to Windows 10 Lite devices like its rumored dual-screen Centaurus PC. Can Microsoft embrace and extend without trying to extinguish?

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Canonical returning 32-bit Ubuntu Linux support after gaming uproar

32-bit software should be functionally obsolete, but it turns out to live on in a 64-bit computing world. So, Canonical is putting 32-bit libraries back in to its next Ubuntu Linux releases.

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AMD Ryzen 7 3800X destroys Intel i9 9900K in early benchmarks

Multi-threaded performance blows away the Intel competition.

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Google Cloud integrates Kaggle with BigQuery

The integration of data science community with BiqQuery will enable customers use SQL more with machine learning and share their work.

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5G to drive SEA mobile data traffic growth seven-fold by 2024

Mobile data traffic in Southeast Asia and Oceania will climb seven times to 16 exabytes per month by 2024, with growth fuelled by "rapid early momentum and enthusiasm" for 5G, reveals a study by Ericsson, which anticipates the mobile technology will account for 12 percent of subscriptions in the region by then.

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Get your iPhone ready for iOS 13 public beta

Want to help Apple stomp out iOS 13 bugs?

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Connected cruising: Remote work options when you just can't stay away

It's always best to disconnect and recharge while on a vacation but sometimes you need to get a bit of work done. There are connectivity options on all major cruise lines with today's speeds fast enough to get you back into the sun in no time.

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How to build a better (digital) mousetrap

Going beyond improving today’s customer experience.

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Could a Raspberry Pi be your next desktop PC?

The new Raspberry Pi 4 Model B is a powerhouse that has features you'd expect to find in an entry-level desktop PC. Could this be the future of PCs?

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Big bad Libra: Do we really need (or want) Facebook to reinvent money?

Facebook's cryptocurrency scheme will undoubtedly generate value and a following. But if the hairs on the back of your neck start to raise up, you're not alone.

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Anonymous hacker exposed after dropping USB drive while throwing Molotov cocktail

Anonymous Belgium hacker sentenced to 18 months in prison for past cyber-crimes.

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Amazon robotics VIP joins microlocation tech company

The opportunity in automation is in providing the tools that make robots indispensable.

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Cop awarded $585,000 after fellow officers abused DMV database in search of her data

The woman in question allegedly rejected their romantic advances.

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First Chrome version with Manifest V3 to land in Canary this summer

Will ad blockers still work in Chrome? We'll see starting late July, early August.

source Latest blogs for ZDNet https://zd.net/2Fr087e

US launches cyber-attack aimed at Iranian rocket and missile systems

Attack took place last week, after President Trump backed off from using conventional weapons to strike Iran.

source Latest blogs for ZDNet https://zd.net/2Li2zwu

User data stolen from ‘human hacking’ forum Social Engineered, published on rival site

A vulnerability in MyBB has been blamed.

source Latest blogs for ZDNet https://zd.net/2IDW9X9

Huawei ramps up its technological Cold War propaganda

Huawei's founder Ren Zhengfei positions himself as a humble student of American science and innovation, and his company as a servant of humanity.

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Why employee experience, engagement software may be a hot space

Customer experience has received all the attention, but employee experience may be another important software category. The problem? There are dozens of vendors coming at employee experience from different angles. You'll be stitching together apps for the foreseeable future.

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Apple says go to Best Buy for repairs. A Best Buy salesman gave me the bad news

Apple says it has expanded its authorized service network to 1,000 Best Buy stores. A visit to a Best Buy, however, reveals some of the catches. They're quite big.

source Latest blogs for ZDNet https://zd.net/2Rtp5nn

DHS CISA warns of Iranian hackers' habit of deploying data-wiping malware

CISA also warns against other Iranian hackers' favorite techniques: password spraying, credential stuffing, spear-phishing.

source Latest blogs for ZDNet https://zd.net/2Fp6iEU

Serverless computing: another step away from the data center

A seasoned enterprise storage entrepreneur explains how cloud is unfolding into the serverless revolution.

source Latest blogs for ZDNet https://zd.net/31P9UK0

How much higher could proposed tariffs against China push laptop prices?

A new report claims that the Trump administration's latest tariff proposal on goods imported from China could raise prices on new laptops by 17 percent in the U.S. On average the report finds that a new laptop would cost $120 more if the tariffs go into effect.

source Latest blogs for ZDNet https://zd.net/2IyluSb

Do you make these iPhone charging mistakes?

My informal poll suggests that most people make at least two of these mistakes, possibly three.

source Latest blogs for ZDNet https://zd.net/2FrOngM

Kubernetes and containers are growing up fast, survey shows

Signs that container technology is finally ready for prime time.

source Latest blogs for ZDNet https://zd.net/2IxdGA6

Data of 645k Oregonians exposed after nine DHS employees fell for a phishing attack

Phishing attack lets hackers into Oregon DHS employee accounts.

source Latest blogs for ZDNet https://zd.net/2N3JJvC

NASA hacked because of unauthorized Raspberry Pi connected to its network

NASA described the hackers as an "advanced persistent threat," a term generally used for nation-state hacking groups.

source Latest blogs for ZDNet https://zd.net/2FjvZH1

Getting your corporate data ready for prescriptive analytics: data quantity and quality in equal measures

Good news: there's nothing special about getting your data ready for prescriptive analytics. Bad news: you need to do what's needed to get your data ready for any type of analytics - and that's hard work.

source Latest blogs for ZDNet https://zd.net/2KuxiqT

Microsoft's new Windows Terminal is close to release in the Store

Microsoft seems to be on the cusp of making its Windows Terminal app available in preview form in the Microsoft Store.

source Latest blogs for ZDNet https://zd.net/2N2SAxC

Free proxy service found running on top of 2,600+ hacked WordPress sites

WordPress sites hacked and infected with Ngioweb Linux malware; hijacked into commercial proxy service.

source Latest blogs for ZDNet https://zd.net/2RwytGP

OpenSSH gets protection against attacks like Spectre, Meltdown, Rowhammer, and Rambleed

OpenSSH to encrypt SSH private keys while at rest in a computer's RAM.

source Latest blogs for ZDNet https://zd.net/2N4RUrC

Google Docs help: How to restore your original version after collaborators make a mess

When your colleagues muck up your work with their comments and corrections, what do you do? What DO you do? You read this quick tip, of course!

source Latest blogs for ZDNet https://zd.net/2Y0JFhb

IBM, Cloudera forge strategic pact

The partnership with Cloudera picks up where IBM's link with Hortonworks left off.

source Latest blogs for ZDNet https://zd.net/2ZCxLKU

Amazon patent reveals drone surveillance as a service

Could ‘SaaS’ take on a new meaning?

source Latest blogs for ZDNet https://zd.net/2XjKd51

Trade war prompts Apple to reconsider Chinese supply chain

Apple's production capacity may become a fresh victim of the spat between the US and China.

source Latest blogs for ZDNet https://zd.net/31Mrj66

Travelers kinda hate robots at airports

Turns out the rush to automate the air travel experience may be missing the point, and that's a big lesson for robotics companies.

source Latest blogs for ZDNet https://zd.net/2ZIuJoJ

This botnet exploits Android Debug Bridge to mine cryptocurrency on your device

The mobile botnet is focused on compromising Android devices.

source Latest blogs for ZDNet https://zd.net/2Yb3fI1

New Bird Miner malware targets Mac pirates

The malware emulates Linux in its quest for cryptocurrency.

source Latest blogs for ZDNet https://zd.net/2N1vckn

Gmail power user tips and trick

On the face of it, Gmail seems like any other email service. But dig under the surface and you soon discover just how powerful it is… as long as you know which settings to tweak, and where to find them.

source Latest blogs for ZDNet https://zd.net/2Fr7lEu

Free fix for your broken iPhone, Mac, or other Apple device, even if it's out of warranty (June 2019 edition)

Apple has 17 repair and extension programs covering iPhones, Mac, and much more, that are ongoing which mean you could be entitled to a free repair if you own an eligible device. (Updated 21 June 2019)

source Latest blogs for ZDNet https://zd.net/2KdKbVY

Ransomware gang hacks MSPs to deploy ransomware on customer systems

Hackers breach MSPs and use Webroot SecureAnywhere console to infect customer PCs with the Sodinokibi ransomware.

source Latest blogs for ZDNet https://zd.net/2IuC3OO

Desjardins, Canada's largest credit union, announces security breach

Data for 2.9 million bank members was taken from the bank's system by a now-fired employee.

source Latest blogs for ZDNet https://zd.net/2KsbYSH

Red Hat's last quarterly report?

With the months ticking down to IBM's acquisition of Red Hat, the Linux and cloud power, business continues to perform at a high level.

source Latest blogs for ZDNet https://zd.net/2WXlbJg

Important, but obscure, sysadmin tool osquery gets a foundation of its own

This relatively unknown, but useful, sysadmin tool is getting a new chance for glory via The Linux Foundation.

source Latest blogs for ZDNet https://zd.net/2Rro1jU

Google pushes Nest cam update to prevent former owners spying on new buyers

Former Nest cam owners could have accessed old devices despite cameras being reset to factory settings.

source Latest blogs for ZDNet https://zd.net/2WWfoPo

WT2 in-ear wearable translator review: Accurate translation across 36 languages

source Latest blogs for ZDNet https://zd.net/2FliypU

Mozilla fixes second Firefox zero-day exploited in the wild

Two days after patching the first zero-day, Mozilla fixes a second one, used in the same attacks as the first.

source Latest blogs for ZDNet https://zd.net/2RqsnaW

Facebook's Libra needs to answer three questions

Libra, Facebook’s new cryptocurrency, brought up many questions that need to be answered prior to it becoming a reality.

source Latest blogs for ZDNet https://zd.net/31K4ksj

Slack surges to $23 billion valuation in public market debut

The workplace collaboration player made its trading debut via direct listing on the New York Stock Exchange Thursday under the ticker symbol WORK.

source Latest blogs for ZDNet https://zd.net/2L3A7hT

The dark web is nothing fancy: It's just a different set of protocols - like Tor

There's some really bad stuff on dark nets, But they also are a critical resource for the oppressed.

source Latest blogs for ZDNet https://zd.net/31NuH0n

iRobot buys Root Robotics, expands education reach into elementary schools

iRobot already has a robot designed to teach code and robotics to students, but the purchase of Root Robotics gives it a younger market.

source Latest blogs for ZDNet https://zd.net/31MP3Hl

Only 17% of Apple AirPods owners have sex while wearing them

You think people keep their AirPods in their ears all the time? Not everyone, it seems.

source Latest blogs for ZDNet https://zd.net/2Xpy3az

Microsoft gives Immersive Reader the AI treatment

Microsoft is turning its Immersive Learning tool into an Azure Cognitive Service and partnering with do-it-yourself computer-building kit maker Kano to develop a $300 Windows 10 S Mode PC kit.

source Latest blogs for ZDNet https://zd.net/2WVMnbA

Meds prescriptions for 78,000 patients left in a database with no password

Database containing 390,000 Vascepa prescriptions for 78,000 patients left open on the internet.

source Latest blogs for ZDNet https://zd.net/2L1YdK1

UK to withdraw from online porn block, censorship crusade

Opinion: The irony is strong in enforcing ID verification laws when the government fails to implement its own legal checks.

source Latest blogs for ZDNet https://zd.net/2WSXE7B

Firefox zero-day was used in attack against Coinbase employees, not its users

There were actually two zero-days -- not one -- combined into an exploit used in a spear-phishing attempt. Other cryptocurrency organizations were also targeted.

source Latest blogs for ZDNet https://zd.net/2IuwoIM

Three big iPhone problems Apple might not be able to fix

Even Apple, with hundreds of billions in the bank and billions more rolling in every quarter, there are some problems that the company is finding hard to solve.

source Latest blogs for ZDNet https://zd.net/31N3ta6

Russian APT hacked Iranian APT's infrastructure back in 2017

Turla APT hacked Iran's APT34 group and used its C&C servers to re-infect APT34 victims with its own malware.

source Latest blogs for ZDNet https://zd.net/2x4zIDJ

UK student charged for manufacturing gun through 3D printing

The conviction is the first of its kind in the country.

source Latest blogs for ZDNet https://zd.net/2XqEw58

Tor Browser 8.5.2 release patches critical Firefox vulnerability exploited in the wild

The release resolves a critical Mozilla Firefox vulnerability in active use.

source Latest blogs for ZDNet https://zd.net/2XsNf6M

HackerOne's top 20 public bug bounty programs

These are the top 20 biggest, fastest, and most lucrative bounty programs on the HackerOne platform.

source Latest blogs for ZDNet https://zd.net/2WR1KBX

Florida city pays $600,000 to ransomware gang to have its data back

Riviera City officials previously agreed to pay $941,000 to rebuild their entire computer network.

source Latest blogs for ZDNet https://zd.net/2WPDThf

Google open sources Private Join and Compute, a tool for sharing confidential data sets

Private Join and Compute is a cryptographic protocol that can be used jointly by two parties to encrypt data before sharing it with each other to discover commonalities.

source Latest blogs for ZDNet https://zd.net/2x3YTXd

IPVanish review: VPN delivers a wealth of options and browsing controls

Whether you're looking for an easy-to-use VPN or one where you can choose from a wide range of encryption protocols, want to specify active features, or get involved in the specific server you're routing through, IPVanish may be an excellent choice.

source Latest blogs for ZDNet https://zd.net/2XquEbB

Singapore Changi Airport shuts runway over drone sighting

Operations on one runway at the Singapore airport was shut down intermittently over 10 hours after an unauthorised drone was spotted, leading to 36 flight delays and a diversion.

source Latest blogs for ZDNet https://zd.net/2WYPxeN

Google brings Dialogflow support to Hangouts Chat

Google said on Wednesday that it's bringing expanded bot support to its team-based messaging platform Hangouts Chat.

source Latest blogs for ZDNet https://zd.net/2WQzkIs

Apple partners with Best Buy for certified product repairs

Nearly 1,000 Best Buy stores across the US will now offer certified repairs for Apple products.

source Latest blogs for ZDNet https://zd.net/2L0IM4D

Data.world joins forces with Capsenta to bring knowledge graph-based data management and consumer grade UI to the enterprise

data.world has been expanding its footprint in the enterprise. The acqui-hiring of Capsenta complements its portfolio with knowledge graph virtualization to connect data in the cloud and on premise, and a UI to build knowledge graphs

source Latest blogs for ZDNet https://zd.net/2WSymeE

Shopify creates AI-powered fulfillment network for SMB merchants

The fulfillment network uses machine learning to match orders, route inventory and negotiate rates for merchants.

source Latest blogs for ZDNet https://zd.net/2WSxqXG

Google adds series of updates for G Suite for Education

The effort highlights the dogfight that is the education space between Apple, Google and Microsoft.

source Latest blogs for ZDNet https://zd.net/2MWok7D

Data breach forces medical debt collector AMCA to file for bankruptcy protection

The aftermath of the data breach seems to be too much for AMCA to bear.

source Latest blogs for ZDNet https://zd.net/2xdBhiZ

Facebook has a new way to make you love it. It's quite funny

How does one of the world's most suspicious companies think it can make progress? By getting help from those it used to decry.

source Latest blogs for ZDNet https://zd.net/2ZyTWl7

HP adds second-gen AMD Ryzen mobile processors options to latest EliteBook 700 G6 business laptops

With the 13.3-inch EliteBook 735 G6 and the 14-inch EliteBook 745 G6, HP continues to provide an alternative to Intel for enterprise notebooks. The new laptops can be equipped with up to a Ryzen 7 3700U processor and will start at a little more than $900.

source Latest blogs for ZDNet https://zd.net/2Iu9YY9

MIT’s neural network aims to create the perfect pizza

Machines are learning how to cook given only an image of our favorite pizza dishes.

source Latest blogs for ZDNet https://zd.net/2IqxBkg

Blue Prism buys Thoughtonomy for £80 million, eyes RPA as a service

Thoughtonomy gives Blue Prism and as-a-service platform to target mid-sized enterprises with its automation software.

source Latest blogs for ZDNet https://zd.net/2Y0Q6RE

Robotic lunar spelunkers will head into sinkholes on the moon

Researchers believe lunar pits might one day shelter humans on the moon. These robots are going to help find out.

source Latest blogs for ZDNet https://zd.net/2Ip0VY5

Oracle patches another actively-exploited WebLogic zero-day

New wave of attacks against Oracle WebLogic servers using a brand new zero-day detected over the weekend.

source Latest blogs for ZDNet https://zd.net/2MXnbNk

Google promises to tackle San Francisco housing crisis with $1bn cash injection

Residents are suffering due to high rent and a shortage of housing. Google's planned expansion could make the situation worse.

source Latest blogs for ZDNet https://zd.net/2KsY5n9

Ricoh, Elixirgen Scientific form biomedical venture, meld bioprinting with cell differentiation

As part of the deal, Ricoh has acquired a 34.5 percent stake in Elixirgen Scientific and plans to help launch a biomedical business in North America.

source Latest blogs for ZDNet https://zd.net/2XSu8QF

Google Drive vs. OneDrive: Which one is better for your business?

How do you choose the right cloud storage and collaboration service for your needs? Here are the pros and cons of the top two providers.

source Latest blogs for ZDNet https://zd.net/2ItYjZn

Chrome extension caught hijacking users' search engine results

Extension developer says he sold the extension weeks before; not responsible for the shady behavior.

source Latest blogs for ZDNet https://zd.net/2XhO9TK

Top 10 iPhone privacy and security tips you should check today

Here are the top 10 tips for keeping the data on your iPhone safe from hackers and snoopers. Even if you are pretty confident in your security, it might be worth checking to make sure things are in good order.

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Singapore ahead in use of digital health records, but behind in AI for diagnosis

Some 89 percent of healthcare professionals in Singapore use digital data records, ahead of their peers in Australia and India, but are behind countries such as China and Saudi Arabia in tapping artificial intelligence to improve the accuracy of their diagnoses.

source Latest blogs for ZDNet https://zd.net/2MWwoFm

New Plurox malware is a backdoor, cryptominer, and worm, all packed into one

New Plurox malware spotted in the wild in February; uses leaked NSA exploits; focuses on cryptocurrency mining.

source Latest blogs for ZDNet https://zd.net/2IQWzIj

Singapore sees drop in common security threats, but foresees more data breaches

Cyber Security Agency says the number of common cyber threats, including website defacements and phishing, dipped in Singapore last year, but expects to see more frequent data breaches and disruptive attacks against the cloud in the near future.

source Latest blogs for ZDNet https://zd.net/2x06aHd

Google Cloud's bad month continues as Google Calendar sputters

Google Calendar was down for some users just days after Google Cloud had a much larger outage.

source Latest blogs for ZDNet https://zd.net/2KoG4X4

Docker embraces Windows Subsystem for Linux 2

Docker has realized that Microsoft's new Windows Subsystem for Linux 2 has made Windows much more attractive both to Docker and its container developers for both Windows and Linux platforms.

source Latest blogs for ZDNet https://zd.net/2WKrfQA

Microsoft to add more smarts, plus a presentation coach, to PowerPoint

Microsoft is adding more 'AI' features to PowerPoint to help customers design and rehearse their PowerPoint presentations.

source Latest blogs for ZDNet https://zd.net/2Zrgzb6

No, you can't fix your iPhone with rice

I'm a big fan of MacGyver-style repairs, but some are just not worth the effort.

source Latest blogs for ZDNet https://zd.net/2IUxDzG

Hazelcast open source in-memory data grid secures $21.5 million funding, expands platform to real-time streaming data

The streaming data pie is growing, and Hazelcast wants a piece of it. It's got some way to go, funding helps, but is it enough?

source Latest blogs for ZDNet https://zd.net/2FhVQ22

Protect your online identity now: Fight hackers with these 5 security safeguards

Having your identity stolen can be a nightmare, and cleaning up the mess can take months. You can make life difficult for a would-be identity thief by locking down these five key aspects of your online life.

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IoT devices to generate 79.4ZB of data in 2025, says IDC

Video surveillance will generate a lot of data and enterprise, industrial and individual data will also surge.

source Latest blogs for ZDNet https://zd.net/2KZgVSk

Optimizely raises $50 million Series D to expand its web experimentation platform

Optimizely is known for its A/B testing platform for improving webpage conversion.

source Latest blogs for ZDNet https://zd.net/2XtxooR

Adobe intros ABM Essentials, account based marketing for Marketo Engage

ABM Essentials lets marketing and sales teams collaborate on the right strategic accounts, coordinate account-based experiences across channels, and measure the impact of the combined efforts on pipeline and revenue.

source Latest blogs for ZDNet https://zd.net/2ZuElmD

MongoDB moves beyond the database with new cloud services

The new services include Data Lake, Full Text Search and Auto Scaling on MongoDB Atlas.

source Latest blogs for ZDNet https://zd.net/2XoSpk8

The robot will do the dishes: A robotic dishwasher for commercial kitchens

Dishwashers were the first automated appliance in many homes. Why are commercial kitchens still doing it manually?

source Latest blogs for ZDNet https://zd.net/2ZxREmy

Xilinx ships its Versal AI Core, Versal Prime, key parts of its adaptive compute acceleration platform

Versal is Xilinx's effort to rewrite compute for artificial intelligence and machine learning.

source Latest blogs for ZDNet https://zd.net/2XnC7YX

Azure Data Lake Storage gets Okera security and governance platform support

Okera's Active Data Access Platform now helps secure and govern data lakes based on Azure Data Lake Storage.

source Latest blogs for ZDNet https://zd.net/2J40v91

Salesforce outlines Customer Data Platform, aims to advance Customer 360 strategy

The CDP effort by Salesforce, which will be piloted in the fall, is seeking to redefine the category known as data management platform, or DMP.

source Latest blogs for ZDNet https://zd.net/2ZwGcY6

NetApp bolsters data fabric strategy with new platform, consumption based pricing

The network data storage provider announced a new hybrid muilticloud platform and as-a-service consumption model that lets businesses purchase data services based on usage.

source Latest blogs for ZDNet https://zd.net/2XdKEOf

iPhone upgrades? I dread going to the Apple Store, and that's a problem for Apple

David Gewirtz readily admits to being a little retail-avoidant, but his experiences at the Apple store are the stuff of legends. He suggests that if Apple were to incorporate a regular trade-in program with its other subscriptions, there has to be a path outside the dreaded Apple Store.

source Latest blogs for ZDNet https://zd.net/2KXIjjR

Eatstreet food ordering service discloses security breach

Hacker "Gnosticplayers" took credit for the hack in a private conversation with ZDNet last month.

source Latest blogs for ZDNet https://zd.net/2WRo1zs

Facebook debuts Libra cryptocurrency: a Bitcoin killer?

The social network’s rumored cryptocurrency has landed, but how it will be received remains to be seen.

source Latest blogs for ZDNet https://zd.net/2ImtIfY

iOS 13 will actually save you money

iOS 13 helps you remind you of those forgotten app subscriptions.

source Latest blogs for ZDNet https://zd.net/2WMs402

Critical remote execution flaw lurks in TP-Link Wi-Fi Extenders

The zero-day bug impacts multiple models in the TP-Link product line.

source Latest blogs for ZDNet https://zd.net/2WVuWIg

Info stealing Android apps can grab one time passwords to evade 2FA protections

Google restricted SMS controls. Hackers found a way around it.

source Latest blogs for ZDNet https://zd.net/2x2jOtA

Security firm claims it can unlock any iPhone

It seems that gaps still exist in the iPhone's defenses.

source Latest blogs for ZDNet https://zd.net/2ZqYslI

Disgruntled security firm discloses zero-days in Facebook's WordPress plugins

Zero-days disclosed in "Facebook for WooCommerce" and "Messenger Customer Chat."

source Latest blogs for ZDNet https://www.zdnet.com/article/disgruntled-security-firm-discloses-zero-days-in-facebooks-wordpress-plugins/#ftag=RSSbaffb68

Cloudflare launches decentralized service for generating random numbers

New "League of Entropy" service will generate a stream of random numbers using five servers located across the globe.

source Latest blogs for ZDNet https://zd.net/2WMQKAJ

A quarter of major CMSs use outdated MD5 as the default password hashing scheme

Offenders include WordPress, osCommerce, SuiteCRM, Simple Machines Forum, miniBB, MyBB, SugarCRM, and others.

source Latest blogs for ZDNet https://zd.net/2WNAmoD

Microsoft acquires Pull Panda for code-review collaboration

Microsoft is buying Pull Panda and immediately making all subscriptions to its tools available for free in the GitHub Marketplace.

source Latest blogs for ZDNet https://zd.net/2Y2Cbdy

Microsoft finally releases Hyper-V Server 2019

Microsoft has made Hyper-V Server 201, which it first released last fall, available on its Evaluation Center and plans to deliver it to Visual Studio Subscription customers by June 19.

source Latest blogs for ZDNet https://zd.net/2KVnzcw

AT&T Business: Customer experience and digital transformation (CxOTalk interview)

Learn how the Chief Marketing Officer of AT&T Business drives CX with organizational change at this huge company with $37 billion in revenue. He also talks about 5G and the Internet of Things (IoT).

source Latest blogs for ZDNet https://zd.net/2IlJGqF

Brazilian smartphone market grew in revenue in Q1 2019

But the number of handsets sold in the country has dropped, says IDC

source Latest blogs for ZDNet https://zd.net/2XSpdz5

Edge of tomorrow: Industrial IoT slowly assembles new modes of production

Industrial IoT may be slow to catch on, but serves as a proving ground that ultimately is reshaping the backbone of the producer economy.

source Latest blogs for ZDNet https://zd.net/2Zr0mmv

SIM swap horror story: I've lost decades of data and Google won't lift a finger

First they hijacked my T-Mobile service, then they stole my Google and Twitter accounts and charged my bank with a $25,000 Bitcoin purchase. I'm stuck in my own personal Black Mirror episode. Why will no one help me?

source Latest blogs for ZDNet https://zd.net/2XS7Uyn

iOS 13: Your iPhone could also be your passport and ID card

iOS 13 will give open up the iPhone's ability to read more NFC tags… a feature that some Android smartphones already have.

source Latest blogs for ZDNet https://zd.net/2XQhAcl

Nvidia brings Arm support to its GPU platform for supercomputing

Nvidia also unveiled what it says is the world's 22nd fastest supercomputer, the DGX SuperPOD.

source Latest blogs for ZDNet https://zd.net/2KVCeo8

IBM adding recommended bias monitors to Watson OpenScale

These recommended bias monitors automatically identify attributes like sex, ethnicity, marital status and age and recommend they be monitored.

source Latest blogs for ZDNet https://zd.net/2RkOIXs

CRM Watchlist 2019 winners: The big engines that could part one -- Infor and SAP

SAP and Infor won the CRM Watchlist 2019 -- and they did so with some power. They both have some similar and some very very different reasons for their victory, but a victory nonetheless. SAP won, and they win more often than not, and here's why. Infor won, and they won for some truly distinctive reasons for their impact. Why? Read on.

source Latest blogs for ZDNet https://zd.net/2XS4AD7

Petaflop systems now dominate the supercomputer landscape

For the first time, it is only petaflop systems that have made the TOP500 list.

source Latest blogs for ZDNet https://zd.net/2WR85gT

Equifax breach impacted the online ID verification process at many US govt agencies

Impacted agencies include the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), the Social Security Administration (SSA), the US Postal Service (USPS), and the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA).

source Latest blogs for ZDNet https://zd.net/2WPzrUk

Houdini malware targets victims with keylogger, online bank account theft tools

The new Trojan variant is actively striking commercial banking customers.

source Latest blogs for ZDNet https://zd.net/2IR07up

New Echobot malware is a smorgasbord of vulnerabilities

Security researchers spot new Mirai variant called Echobot that targets a wide range of IoT devices and enterprise apps.

source Latest blogs for ZDNet https://zd.net/31BFCKB

Boom Supersonic, Stratasys extend 3D printing deal

Boom Supersonic will use Stratasys' F900 3D printer to create hundreds of parts for a demonstrator supersonic jet.

source Latest blogs for ZDNet https://zd.net/2ImphBW

Oregon State University breach exposed student, family data

OSU is one of several US universities impacted by data breaches in recent weeks.

source Latest blogs for ZDNet https://zd.net/2IJXaLY

Mermaids transgender charity data breach exposed confidential emails

Private emails between the charity and parents were reportedly available for public viewing.

source Latest blogs for ZDNet https://zd.net/2WH2Wmw

5G just part of technology's 'new Cold War frontline'

As nations search for technology that 'confers a decisive strategic advantage' in controlling the 'global digital commons', the global political trends are reminiscent of the 1930s.

source Latest blogs for ZDNet https://zd.net/2wVxDtB

Dutton's non-denial fuels fears of domestic ASD cyber spying

The Australian government could avoid so much grief about surveillance if it stopped being so paranoid about discussing its ideas transparently -- unless it really does intend to do something dodgy.

source Latest blogs for ZDNet https://zd.net/2IKFS1q

SIM-swap attack, iPad OS, Mate X delay, Pixel 4 reveal (MobileTechRoundup show #472)

A week from hell started when a hacker took over my SIM card and Google account and it continues today. Hopefully, this podcast serves as a PSA to prepare for an account takeover and lock down your cloud services as much as possible.

source Latest blogs for ZDNet https://zd.net/2KUE0Wr

Muse 2: The gadget that can read your mind (yes, really)

The Muse 2 is a multi-sensor meditation device that can read your brainwaves in real time and offer you useful feedback to improve your meditation skills and become more relaxed.

source Latest blogs for ZDNet https://zd.net/2KRYU8B

Muse 2: The brain-sensing headband designed to help you relax

The Muse 2 is a multi-sensor meditation device that can read your brainwaves in real time and offer you useful feedback to improve your meditation skills and become more relaxed.

source Latest blogs for ZDNet https://zd.net/2ZqB0VJ

Microsoft warns Azure customers of Exim worm

Microsoft says Azure infrastructure stops the worm's self-spreading component, but VMs remain compromised.

source Latest blogs for ZDNet https://zd.net/2Fgasz0

Dear Apple, here's how I solved my MacBook keyboard problem

Like many other MacBook users, my keyboard began to malfunction. My solution is, well, not factory recommended.

source Latest blogs for ZDNet https://zd.net/31AcpzH

Iridium GO! Turn any smartphone into a satellite phone with internet access

If you're planning to go off the grid over the summer, here's how you can still get access to phonecalls, text, and internet by accessing the Iridium satellite network.

source Latest blogs for ZDNet https://zd.net/2MPtC4L

Iridium GO! Off The Grid Package

Off the Grid Package includes: Iridium GO, travel bag, solar charger, 2 batteries, SatStation desktop charger, AC travel charger with international adapters, DC car charger, USB data cable protective cover, user manual, quick start guide, and CD-ROM with software.

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AMCA data breach has now went over the 20 million mark

Healthcare billing vendor got hacked last year and hackers put patient data for sale online.

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Uber and AT&T testing 5G for flying cars

If air taxis and cargo drones are going to become commonplace in the future, network reliability had better be impeccable.

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Brazilian IoT plan inches closer to reality

The final version of the hotly anticipated national strategy now needs to be signed into law by the president.

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Mysterious Iranian group is hacking into DNA sequencers

Hacker is scanning the internet and planting shells on web-based DNA sequencing apps.

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ThinkGeek 50% off sale: 15 best toys, gadgets, and other tech deals

The very best ThinkGeek Moving Day deals.

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Influencer marketing spending is on the rise

Businesses need to spend more on influencer marketing and use more social content, according to new reports.

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Security bug would have allowed hackers access to Google's internal network

Security researcher finds dangerous XSS bug in Google's Invoice Submission Portal.

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Twitter wipes out thousands of fake accounts connected to Iran, Russia

The accounts specialized in manipulating and influencing political conversations.

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Facebook seals cryptocurrency deal with Visa, Mastercard, PayPal: report

Updated: Reports suggest the new virtual coin will be revealed next week with the backing of major companies.

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Europol turns cryptocurrency crimes into a game

Gamification is the way forward when it comes to training officers in tracking down criminals.

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Where is Alteryx heading in the cloud transformation?

Like longtime partner Tableau, Alteryx has enjoyed strong loyalty with its self-service culture. But with cloud giants looming in its backyard and the ambitions of its user base to add machine learning to their resumes, the company is facing generational change.

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Middle East has a big problem: It loves tech but can't stop blocking it

Concerns about free expression and privacy are shaping online behaviors in the Middle East, as more governments crack down.

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Don't believe these iPhone Lightning cable myths

Makers of third-party Lightning cables for iPhones keep pushing falsehoods to try to dupe people into buying their cables. Here are three myths you should ignore.

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Build your own $20,000 Windows 10 workstation

Got a few tens of thousands of dollars burning a hole in your pocket? Here is a high-performance Windows 10 workstation that will be able to chew through any job you throw at it.

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Apple Arcade and TV Plus: How to out-Prime Amazon's subscription service

It's time to take the Upgrade Program to the next level. The monthly price would include all-you-can-eat Apple.

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Apple: iPhone batteries are wearing out too quickly, and iOS 13 will offer a possible solution

iOS 13 will ship with a new feature to slow down how iPhone battery wears from the relentless charging the device requires.

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iPhone 11 could spell the end for the Lightning port

Goodbye Lightning, hello USB-C?

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Apple could release more new MacBooks this year

It's likely that Apple is getting ready to unveil more new MacBooks before the year is out.

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JavaScript Template Attacks expose new browser fingerprinting vectors

Environment-dependent JavaScript property values allow for user fingerprinting.

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VMware to acquire Avi Networks

Once the deal is closed, VMware will offer both built-in load balancing capabilities as part of VMware NSX Data Center, and an advanced, standalone ADC.

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Broadcom sees 'broad-based slowdown,' blames trade war

Broadcom is getting clubbed with export restrictions and geopolitical issues as its second quarter sales fell short of expectations.

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Cubot Quest hands-on: An ultra-slim rugged phone

The Cubot Quest is a superb shockproof, waterproof, rugged phone that is not too large for your hands -- or your pocket.

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Building a $75,000 Windows 10 workstation

Think Apple's new Mac Pro is pricey? Here's an ultra high-spec Windows 10 workstation that will set you back $73,000.

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Yubico to replace vulnerable YubiKey FIPS security keys

Yubico staff discovers bug in YubiKey FIPS Series keys; offers replacements for affected customers.

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Unconventional wisdom: Explore paying the ransom in parallel with other recovery options

Paying ransom can be a valid recovery option based on business need and circumstances.

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Dunnhumby hires new Brazil head

The data analytics firm appoints retail executive Flávia Villani for the top job in the country.

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Exim email servers are now under attack

Almost half of the internet's email servers are now being attacked with a new exploit.

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Great last-minute Father's Day gifts for 2019

There's still time to get Dad a tech gift he'll love!

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Fish ponds disguised theft of oil field power in cryptocurrency mining scheme

Drones were deployed to foil the cryptojacking attacks.

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Tools and tunes: 14 unique, geeky, affordable Father's Day gifts for 2019

Our theme this year is tools and tunes. We've got cool tools and rockin' audio gear that any dad is sure to love (and that you can't find at your local big box store).

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SEC security alert warns about misconfigured NAS, DBs, and cloud storage servers

SEC OCIE inspections finds that companies have failed to properly secure network-accessible storage systems.

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IBM, Walmart to pilot blockchain network for prescription drug traceability

The proof-of-concept blockchain network is in partnership with the US FDA and its efforts to modernize the pharmaceutical supply chain.

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EFF asks for DOJ efforts to break Facebook encryption to be made public

The heart of the matter stems from an investigation into suspected gang activity.

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Google's language techniques help O2 Czech Republic reveal network secrets

Google created Word2vec to help analyze natural language. But O2 Czech Republic is using it to interpret messy cell-tower data.

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Outlaw hackers return with cryptocurrency mining botnet

The group is using Chinese victims as guinea pigs to try out their malware.

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Stop using terrible PIN codes!

One thing I couldn't help but notice when I was at the Genius Bar at my not-so-local Apple Store the other day is that people use terrible PIN codes.

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Google promises to play nice with ad blockers (again)

Google relaxes control on new Chrome extensions API that would have crippled ad blockers.

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Was your flight delay due to an IT outage? What a new report on airline IT tells us

From 2015 through 2017, most airline IT outages were serious enough to disrupt flights, according to a government agency, but the full impact of the industry's IT problems is hard to calculate.

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CERN leaves Microsoft programs behind for open-source software

A price tag hike has CERN, one of the world's leading scientific research organizations, moving from Microsoft programs for more affordable open-source software.

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Ransomware halts production for days at major airplane parts manufacturer

Nearly 1,000 employees sent home for the entire week, on paid leave.

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Google expands Android's built-in security key to iOS devices

iPhone and iPad users can now use their secondary Android smartphones as 2SV/2FA security keys.

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A first look at two SLA 3D printers (TL;DR: They're goopy)

When most people think about 3D printers, they're really thinking about the kind that use filament. But there's another type, called SLA, that uses a liquid resin and produces incredible detail. We take our first look at two of them today.

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Apple spent $10,000 repairing his MacBook Pro. There was nothing wrong with it

This may be the most absurd, convoluted Apple repair story you've ever heard.

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Father's Day 2019: Cool tech gifts your dad will love

Get Dad a tech gift he'll love and be using for years to come.

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Two hacking groups responsible for huge spike in hacked Magento 2.x stores

Number of hacked Magento 2.x stores doubles for the third month in a row.

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Free fix for your broken iPhone, Mac, or other Apple device, even if it's out of warranty (June 2019 edition)

Apple has sixteen repair and extension programs covering iPhones, Mac, and much more, that are ongoing which mean you could be entitled to a free repair if you own an eligible device. (Updated June 2019)

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Intel fixes severe NUC firmware, web console vulnerabilities

Left unpatched, the bugs can lead to data leaks, service denial, and privilege escalation.

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Oracle launches Exadata X8 with automated indexing, performance improvements

Exadata is part of Oracle's plan to popularize its Autonomous Database and convince enterprises to use the converged infrastructure to consolidate.

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How to get the best out of an Apple Genius and AppleCare warranty and save money

Got a broken Apple product? Here's how to get the very best out of Apple and get your device back up and running.

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Aerial assessment: The insurance adjuster is a drone

Drone inspections are fast becoming the new norm for insurance companies, and that's creating new industry alliances.

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Akamai targets IoT devices with launch of IoT Edge Connect

Akamai's network can be used to reduce latency for IoT connections and messaging.

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How to protect your Google Account with the Advanced Protection Program

If you want to beef up the security on your Google Account, then the Advanced Protection Program those at risk of targeted attacks – such as journalists, activists, business leaders, and political campaign teams – is for you. Here's how to enable the Google Advanced Protection Program.

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Adobe fixes critical security flaws in Flash, ColdFusion, Campaign

Fixing code execution bugs was a priority this month for Adobe.

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Inside a Google Titan Bluetooth security key – high security, low durability

The Google Titan Bluetooth two-factor security key might be the best way to protect your account from hackers and phishing attacks, but the hardware itself is a big disappointment.

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Inside a Google Titan Bluetooth security key

Disassembly of a Google Titan Bluetooth two-factor security key .

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1,700 alleged online sex offenders arrested during operation ‘Broken Heart’

The DoJ’s nationwide campaign investigated close to 20,000 complaints.

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Zendesk's new Duet platform unites sales and support teams

The new offering is designed for businesses that want to provide customers with a personalized experience that spans pre- and post-sale interactions.

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HP's new 3D printing, additive manufacturing center in Barcelona tops 3 acres

The massive facility is designed to enable customers and partners to co-develop applications for additive manufacturing.

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IBM adds AutoAI to Watson Studio to speed up data prep so data scientists can focus on models

Automation is a key factor to scaling enterprise artificial intelligence deployments.

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USB 3 and USB-C devices can cause problems with Wi-Fi and Bluetooth connections, but there's a solution

USB 3 and USB-C devices and devices are everywhere, and they offer a great speed boost for peripherals and storage devices. But there's a possible downside that not many people are aware of – they can have an adverse effect on Wi-Fi and Bluetooth connections.

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Evite e-invite website admits security breach

Company comes clean after a hacker put its data up for sale on the dark web in April.

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Medtronic, IBM study: Machine learning, app, glucose monitoring hardware combo improves diabetes management

The study​ was based on data from 3,100 people with diabetes who used Medtronic's Guardian Connect glucose monitoring hardware for at least five days.

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Opera launches Opera GX, world's first gaming browser

Opera GX released in early access; currently only available for Windows users.

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H&R Block to acquire Canadian fintech startup Wave

Wave Financial offers free accounting, invoicing, and receipt-tracking software for small businesses.

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GE Power rolls out new predictive analytics tools

The new applications should help utilities make better use of operational data and potentially reduce outages.

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The Graph: An open-source query protocol for blockchains, using GraphQL

Querying blockchains is hard, but it does not have to be. This is the vision driving The Graph.

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Logitech launches Sync to monitor, manage video conferencing devices

The free software is designed to be simple and enable IT to scale video conferencing gear to more meeting rooms.

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Salesforce-Tableau, other BI deals flow; the tally’s now five in a row

While analytics sector consolidation had been ongoing in dribs and drabs, we’ve now seen five BI acquisition deals in a period of less than ten weeks. Data mavens Brust and Baer share their thoughts on why, and what's next.

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The great UK rail disruption: How Virgin Train restored order from chaos

Virgin Train, a ServiceNow customer, is undergoing transformation like so many industries. Where it differs is with its team, its perspective, and its success. Listen to John Sullivan, Virgin Train CIO tell you about it. You will learn something.

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Father’s Day tech gifts and accessories for under $100

Special gifts for Father’s Day in 2019 do not have to break the bank.

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FIN8 hackers return after two years with attacks against hospitality sector

FIN8 returns with improved malware and new attacks aimed at POS systems in the hotel industry.

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This is how scammers are now abusing Google Calendar to pillage your data

Recent attacks abuse invitation and event notification mechanisms.

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iOS 13: Things Apple still needs to fix

Apple has unveiled iOS 13, the next-generation mobile platform that will power the iPhone. But there's still a lot of things it could fix in the platform to make it more usable.

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Postal robots take to the streets with backing from Toyota AI Ventures

Out of stealth, a new concept in last-mile delivery brings more than autonomous vehicles to the table.

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'Optionally manned' robotic gun is Army's latest step toward autonomous weapons

Project builds on the controversial ATLAS autonomous tank program.

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Meet Europe's new supercomputer: MareNostrum 5 takes on global rivals for power

Barcelona will be home to the new supercomputer with 200 petaflops peak performance.

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5G handsets and networks: Everything you need to know about roll-outs and roadmaps for the UK

Early 5G adopters can make their way to the starting blocks, but most businesses and mainstream users will be content to watch from the sidelines for some time yet.

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HaveIBeenPwned: It’s time to grow up and smell the acquisition potential

Troy Hunt says he is in early discussions for his life’s work to be purchased.

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Toshiba, Canon to pay $5 million to settle antitrust lawsuit

Feds say the companies violated the law during Canon’s purchase of Toshiba’s medical systems arm.

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How to make your iPhone battery last all day

If you use your iPhone a lot then you'll be used to watching that battery meter go down... and down... and down. Here are a few tricks that I use to make my iPhone's battery last all day.

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AMD teases $749 16-core 'mainstream' Ryzen chip

Remember the processor core wars? They're back, as AMD puts a fire under Intel with a 16-core 3rd-generation Ryzen chip.

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Intel acquires Barefoot Networks, plans to bolster networking, interconnect silicon

Barefoot Networks flagship product is Tofino, which uses Protocol Independent Switch Architecture.

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CBP says hackers stole license plate and travelers' photos

CBP said subcontractor stored photos on its internal servers without authorization, and then got hacked.

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Slack said Q1 revenue was up 67% with over 95,000 paid customers

Slack has released its fiscal first quarter financial results ahead of its direct listing on the New York Stock Exchange later this month.

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Microsoft outlines new features for its Wave 2 Dynamics 365 CRM and ERP refresh

Microsoft is readying 'hundreds' of new features for Dynamics 365 and its Power Platform, which it will deliver between October 2019 and March 2020 as part of its 'Wave 2' roll-out.

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Apple's prices are now just stupid, and we only have ourselves to blame

A Mac Pro that will probably cost $50,000 when fully configured. A display stand that costs $1,000. Smartphones that need multi-year payment plans and trade-ins. Has Apple completely forgotten about buyers on a moderate budget?

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Mozilla CEO: Premium version of Firefox coming this fall

Browser maker working on premium version of Firefox with extra features like VPN access and secure storage.

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Cisco embeds more AI, machine learning across the network

The company debuted a series of software enhancements meant to help IT teams glean more insights and visibility from network data.

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Here's why your iPhone takes longer to charge in summer

Have you noticed that your iPhone – this also applies to most other smartphones and tablets too – takes longer to charge during summer? Here's why, along with what you can do about it.

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Pocket gadgets for everyday carry

My pockets are always crammed with tools and gadgets. Here are just a few of the things that I carry around with me on a day-to-day basis.

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Medicine needs to embrace open source

The expensive and abusive pharmaceutical industry needs to open up to improve everyone's health.

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Salesforce's $15.7 billion Tableau acquisition: Everything you need to know

Salesforce's purchase of Tableau is a strategic play to be combine enterprise data on one platform. Here's a look at the strategic rationale, wild cards, and what it means for customers.

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Intel makes its Unite collaboration software available as a cloud service

Unite allows remote and on-site users to log in to meetings and share documents and is designed to work with major unified communication services like Skype for Business, Cisco WebEx and Zoom.

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Moto Z4 vs. OnePlus 7 Pro: Both good for work with compromises

When picking a value Android smartphone you can't always get what you want. The trick is knowing the features that matter for your workflow weighing the trade offs.

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Dell EMC, Cisco bolster VxBlock partnership

The companies enhance integration between compute, networking and storage and also offer new licensing options.

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Gaming doesn't make you fat, says new study

In an attempt to analyze the myth -- or not -- of the chubby gamer, scientists reach a simple conclusion.

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Power BI: new UI, more AI

A new UI; general availability of preview features; as well as promoted and certified datasets, are here now. New AI-powered visuals and features are coming, as are natural language query enhancements.

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5 reasons I'm not sorry I bought my Mac mini and didn't wait for the new Mac Pro

Finally, there's a Mac Pro that's the new hotness. David Gewirtz wanted one, but couldn't wait. Instead, he bought a Mac mini last fall. Does he regret the decision? Is he crying into his applesauce? Read on to find out.

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Salesforce acquires Tableau Software in $15.7 billion deal

Salesforce is ramping up its analytics and digital transformation game with the massive purchase.

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AI, automation, and robotics... Oh my!

There are few technologies that can play a significant role in both customer and employee engagement -- AI, automation, and physical robotics technologies can play this dual role.

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Eight years later, the case against the Mariposa malware gang moves forward in the US

Feds put stronger case forward against Mariposa creator and Darkode forum founder.

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8.4TB in email metadata exposed in university data leak

A database owned by Shanghai Jiao Tong University required no authentication to access.

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Emuparadise gaming emulator website suffers data breach

Over one million accounts were leaked, and a vulnerable encryption algorithm may have been in play.

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US Army to trial anti-jammer GPS tech in the field

Alleged Russian interference with GPS signals has prompted the tests.

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Major HSM vulnerabilities impact banks, cloud providers, governments

Researchers disclose major vulnerabilities in HSMs (Hardware Security Modules).

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How College Board's Environmental Context Dashboard highlights algorithm transparency vs. explainability issue

The Environmental Context Dashboard is a tool to provide socio-economic metrics on student populations for university admissions officers. Here's a look at the data as well as potential bias and transparency issues.

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Microsoft warns about email spam campaign abusing Office vulnerability

Dangerous spam campaign targets European users with backdoor trojan.

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I went to buy a Google Pixel 3a. T-Mobile tried to put me off

This is the first time T-Mobile is selling a Google Pixel phone. The sales pitch may need a little work.

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Opera, Brave, Vivaldi to ignore Chrome's anti-ad-blocker changes, despite shared codebase

Other browser makers don't seem to be on board with Google's decision to neuter its extensions API, and essentially, ad blockers.

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Our current technology success metrics are broken: a call for healthier design habits

Leading UX thinkers publish a manifesto of sorts, urging less clutter and a more minimalist approach to technology. 'Discussions around our unhealthy relationship with technology are becoming mainstream.'

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Diebold Nixdorf warns customers of RCE bug in older ATMs

ATM vendor rolls out software update, says no attacks detected in the wild, low chance of exploitation.

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For two hours, a large chunk of European mobile traffic was rerouted through China

It was China Telecom, again. The same ISP accused last year of "hijacking the vital internet backbone of western countries."

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The realities of rural 5G deployment in the US

The chairman of the FCC announced approval of the merger of T-Mobile and Sprint. This will result in a third megacarrier in the US mobile wireless market, which is a good move for consumers like you and me.

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Ancient ICEFOG APT malware spotted again in new wave of attacks

ICEFOG malware resurfaces in the arsenal of multiple Chinese cyber-espionage groups, not just one.

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iPad Pro vs Surface Pro 6: Can a tablet-laptop hybrid really replace your portable PC?

Apple and Microsoft have followed different paths, but their latest laptop replacements are strikingly similar. Can either one succeed as your next mobile productivity device?

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Alibaba Cloud lands in Brazil

The Chinese company's cloud services will be offered in the country exclusively by local cloud player UOL Diveo.

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Information Builders: The road ahead

As one of the few software companies that has lasted 40+ years, Information Builders is at the beginning of a major generation change that is already impacting the company inside and out. Where should it go from here?

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Bad knees? Lockheed is working on a bionic brace

Exoskeleton technology is full of promise but hasn't been widely adopted outside rehabilitation centers. This team wants to change that.

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Windows 10 zero-day details published on GitHub

SandboxEscaper details new "ByeBear" zero-day impacting Windows 10 and Server 2019.

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Fortune 500 company leaked 264GB in client, payment data

The data leak impacted Tech Data’s client servers, SAP systems, and more.

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EU's terrorism filter plans: The problems just keep coming

European authorities have discovered that creating rules to keep terrorist content off the internet is not easy.

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At re:MARS, Amazon sells itself as an AI innovator

As the major cloud providers compete for customers with a growing number of AI services, Amazon is attempting to bolster its reputation in the field.

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Facebook to stop Huawei pre-installing apps on smartphones

Huawei may be left reeling from the latest blow against its reputation and products.

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Fun and functional Raspberry Pi accessories (June 2019 edition)

Use a Raspberry Pi in your hardware projects? You'll want to take a look at these amazing, useful, and highly functional accessories.

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Best Raspberry Pi alternatives (June 2019 edition)

Fantastic selection of single board computers suitable for a variety of projects, from basic homebrew builds all the way to advanced applications such as automation, and even AI and ML, with prices ranging from around $10 to over $250.

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Singapore 'deep tech' startups face funding hurdle as risks higher

Because investment risks typically are higher and returns slower with startups that deal with deep technology such as artificial intelligence and medtech, venture capitalists in Singapore are less willing to stick their bets in early-stage startups.

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Beyond the PC: Lenovo's ambitious plan for the future of computing

Lenovo, a leading PC manufacturer and a top-five player in the server market, has recently returned its smartphone group to profitability. After visiting its China HQ, Charles McLellan reports on Lenovo's future.

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Forget MacOS: The iPad is now Apple's mobile computing future

The Mac and MacOS are not going to die, but for the balance of its customers, Apple has very clearly has chosen its successor.

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Germany: Backdoor found in four smartphone models; 20,000 users infected

German cyber-security agency warns against buying or using four low-end smartphone models.

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Square brings Postmates, DoorDash integrations to Square for Restaurants

Square for Restaurants rounds out the company's vertical POS offerings, which include Square for Retail and Square Appointments for service-based businesses.

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Elastic buys endpoint security firm Endgame for $234 million

Going forward, the plan is to combine Endgame's endpoint product with Elastic's search technology.

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Google buys Looker for $2.6 billion, aims to extend its analytics reach, support multiple clouds

In the first major deal under Thomas Kurian’s watch, Google seeks to fill out its BigQuery analytics portfolio.

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How iOS 13 will make your battery last longer, but only if you have a newer, higher-priced iPhone

There's one feature built into iOS 13 that will help make your iPhone's battery last longer. But the catch is that you'll need a newer, higher-priced iPhone to take advantage of this feature.

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Cisco to acquire industrial IoT company Sentryo

Sentryo's platform addresses the challenges business face when deploying IoT projects, in terms of scaling to production and managing and securing infrastructure.

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Deconstructing the base Mac Pro: Why is it so expensive?

When you look at how much the components inside the base Mac Pro actually cost, you'll be shocked at Apple's profit margin. But when you understand why Apple is charging you so much cash, you'll just be angry.

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AI gets rigorous: Databricks announces MLflow 1.0

MLflow, the open source framework for managing machine learning (ML) experiments and model deployments, has stabilized its API, and reached a version 1.0 milestone, now generally available.

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Honeywell launches industrial IoT platform called Honeywell Forge

The plan is to roll out versions for airlines, industrials and buildings.

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Should your car know how much you weigh?

New smart sensors watch you and your co-pilot in order to help you survive a crash.

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Cryptocurrency startup hacks itself before hacker gets a chance to steal users funds

Backdoor discovered in Agama cryptocurrency wallet. Unconventional tactic saves users from getting robbed.

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Platinum APT hides backdoor communication in text

The hackers use steganographic techniques to hide their activities.

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Salesforce CTO Parker Harris on outages, integration and architecture

Here are four highlights from an interview with Salesforce CTO and co-founder Parker Harris.

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How much will 1.5TB of RAM for your Mac Pro actually cost?

Apple's new Mac Pro has the capability for a whopping 1.5TB of RAM. But a lot of people have no idea how much this amount of RAM would cost. Let me tell you, but you'd better take a seat.

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Remote attack flaw found in IPTV streaming service

The bug could be used by hackers to intercept your streaming and steal your information.

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ZipRecruiter launches recruiting feature so employers can chase job seekers

ZipRecruiter is aiming to use its AI engine to flip the script when it comes to job matchmaking.

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Cryptojacking campaign strikes China with fileless attacks

Mining for Monero is the campaign’s ultimate goal.

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Home security firm moves one in 10 customer service calls to Quig mobile chat channel

Rich messaging services are being rolled out by carriers, giving businesses more opportunities to reach customers with smartphone messaging.

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China issues 5G licenses to local telcos, TV network

Chinese government awards commercial 5G licenses to the country's three biggest telcos--China Mobile, China Telecom, and China Unicom--as well as state-owned China Broadcasting Network, just as Huawei announces it will be deploying 5G technology in Russia, with tests to start this year.

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Epson launches Moverio Assist, targets remote assistance for SMBs, enterprises

Moverio Assist is designed for multiple industries and companies including small- to mid-sized businesses that use on-site field personnel for tasks such as inspections, repairs and maintenance.

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Huge scope of Australia's new national security laws reveals itself

The Australian Federal Police's hunt for journalists' working files highlights more of the wide-ranging powers granted by the controversial Assistance and Access Act.

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Cloudera customers hit brakes on renewals ahead of Cloudera Data Platform, CEO Reilly to retire

Cloudera Tom Reilly will retire July 31 and Martin Cole is interim CEO. Cloudera customers are also holding back renewals pending the launch of the Cloudera Data Platform.

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New RCE vulnerability impacts nearly half of the internet's email servers

Exim vulnerability lets attackers run commands as root on remote email servers.

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Amazon shares how it leverages AI throughout the business

From technology that drives Amazon Go stores to new package sorting technology, Amazon executives at re:Mars shared new details about AI innovation across every step of its e-commerce operations.

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Amazon intros new deep learning models to make Alexa more conversational

With Alexa Conversations, developers can build natural skill dialogs with fewer lines of code and less training data, Amazon said.

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Apple deprecates SHA-1 certificates in iOS 13 and macOS Catalina

Apple joins Google, Firefox, and Microsoft in banning SHA-1-signed TLS certs.

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How to clear your iPhone's RAM

This is a good trick for speeding up your iPhone and for solving problems such as random app crashes, screen stuttering, and freezes.

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Red Hat Enterprise Linux 7.7 beta is now available

The last RHEL 7 version is on its way out the door for enterprise Linux users.

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Amazon unveils drone it says will be delivering packages within months

The new drone, announced at re:Mars, marks a major milestone for Amazon's Prime Air program, which has since its inception developed more than two dozen drone designs.

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Two-thirds of iOS apps disable ATS, an iOS security feature

Three and a half years after its launch, ATS is still not widely adopted.

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Singapore firm opens online marketplace for maritime suppliers, buyers

Offering more than 10,000 product listings, Marine Online's e-commerce site features 4,000 service providers that provide 10 marine services including bunkering and ship supply and aims to help cut operational costs and drive transparency for the industry.

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Microsoft and Oracle forge cloud interoperability partnership

The new alliance between Microsoft and Oracle will enable joint customers to run enterprise workloads seamlessly across Azure and Oracle Cloud.

source Latest blogs for ZDNet https://zd.net/2Z3arFU

Information Builders adds support for Kubernetes, Kafka and AI

Enterprise BI veteran goes modern with support for containerization, real-time streaming data, AI and improved tooling.

source Latest blogs for ZDNet https://zd.net/2WcQtXC

440 million Android users installed apps with an aggressive advertising plugin

New BeiTaAd adware found in 238 apps available on the official Google Play Store.

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I just turned my Surface Book into a fancy leather-bound tome

My Core i7 model is a little too toasty for the full getup but it looks fabulous in a Toast leather skin.

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Malboard: Hackers can now pose as victims through their keyboards

Our keystrokes can verify who we are but researchers show behavioral verification systems can be easily fooled.

source Latest blogs for ZDNet https://zd.net/2MqWdNz

This is how hackers make money from your stolen medical data

Stolen medical information can sell for up to six times as much as PII, and there are reasons for that.

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Norway to public-sector suppliers: No e-invoice? No contract

By making e-invoices mandatory in the public sector, Norway expects to save money and speed up its tech shift.

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The dark side of the WWDC 2019 keynote

It's easy to be distracted by all the shiny new stuff. But peel that away and what we actually got at WWDC 2019 keynote was mostly irrelevant and niche stuff.

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CVS Health's grand consumer-driven healthcare plan depends on data, infrastructure

CVS Health outlined its data and analytics plan to revamp the healthcare experience. Here's how it'll all come together.

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Make Google Chrome use less RAM (2019 edition)

One of the biggest complaints about Google Chrome is that the browser uses a lot of system RAM. Problem is, part of why Chrome is so responsive is that it uses plenty of RAM. However, there are steps you can take to keep how much it uses to a minimum.

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Amazon's re:Mars serves up AI inspiration

The burgeoning world of AI has generated a whole host of serious challenges, as well as skepticism about its business value, but Amazon's new conference serves as a reminder of why it generates so much excitement.

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Business leaders like their applications, but want them delivered faster

Survey shows software development and testing processes ripe for continuous delivery, automation and more collaboration.

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Apple's $999 Mac Pro Display XDR monitor stand is the most Apple thing ever

Think that a $20 cable or a $40 dongle is expensive? Those are nothing compared to Apple's new $999 monitor stand.

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The new Mac Pro: Detailed tech specs

Here's a deep dive into the inner workings of Apple's new Mac Pro.

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Imperva to acquire bot management provider Distil Networks

Imperva plans to use the deal to provide customers a stronger defense against mission critical automated attack vectors including ATO and scraping.

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The Internet of Things enables a floating city of pleasure... and a vision of hell

Carnival has equipped three of its massive cruise ships with a slew of wireless technologies aimed at elevating the passenger experience.

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Flexera buys RISC Networks to bolster cloud migration efforts

RISC Networks will complement Flexera's purchase of RightScale as it aims to help customers cloud migrations and spending.

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Cornerstone intros Conversations, a team-based feedback tool

The company announced several new products on Tuesday that aim to bring more team-based features and mobile-friendly services to its talent management software portfolio.

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WWDC 2019: 'Sign in with Apple' will be mandatory for all apps using third-party login systems

Apple wants users to have a privacy-focused login system at their disposal at any time.

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Gen Z wants a top-notch tech stack before they will apply for a job

Although Gen Z respects and admires the technology that makes life easier, it has little tolerance for hiring companies who refuse to adapt to the times.

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Dropbox adds expanded table functions to Paper

Dropbox is bringing support for images, to-dos, expanded colors, and sorting to Paper's table creation feature.

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Seagate ships world’s highest capacity 3.5-inch enterprise hard drive

In an effort to cram more storage into existing rack space, Seagate has released a new 16TB helium-filled Exos X16 hard drives.

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Does China's route to infrastructure control run through Iceland's data centers?

Huawei investors or spies? When Chinese delegations arrive at your door, there must be a reason.

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NASCAR to migrate 18 petabytes of video archives to AWS

The plan for NASCAR is to leverage AWS' machine learning tools to provide a better video experience for fans.

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Apple just did the impossible and annoyed all the right people

At the Worldwide Developers' Conference, Tim Cook and his cohorts somehow achieved a rare feat: pleasing the vast majority and irritating those who deserved it.

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Digital transformation efforts changing companies, careers, teams on multiple fronts

A study by Deloitte and MIT Sloan Management Review highlights how managers expect their companies and careers to change in unforeseen ways due to digitization.

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Equinix adds network functions virtualization to its platform, launches Network Edge

Equinix said it will offer a choice of virtual network services from Cisco, Juniper and Palo Alto Networks.

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New research shows personalized ads are just barely more efficient than dumb ads

Targeted ads make 4% more revenue than classic (dumb) contextual ads, academics say.

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Apple's new Mac Pro: You win some, you lose some. But mostly, you win

Did Apple go terribly wrong with the new Mac Pro? We look at our previous concerns and explore how they stand up to Apple's announcement of new high-end hardware at WWDC.

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BlackSquid malware uses bag of exploits to drop cryptocurrency miners

The new malware family infects web servers to mine for cryptocurrency.

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Massive Quest Diagnostics data breach impacts 12 million patients

Financial and medical information has potentially been exposed.

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Hollywood lie: Bank hacks takes months, not seconds

A modern bank cyber-heist is methodically planned and usually takes months.

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The best beach reads for hackers in 2019

Interested in the world of cybersecurity? Consider picking up a copy of these books to enjoy over summer.

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A lesson in risk: Your business is a ship not an aircraft

Cyber risk may not be anywhere near your organisation's most critical business risk, if it's even a business risk at all. Do the numbers.

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Pilot Era 360-degree camera hands-on: Great for the enterprise and more

The Pilot Era 360 degree VR camera from Pisofttech promises to be the only camera you will need -- however you plan to use it.

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Stripe rolls out chargeback protection service based on its fraud prevention tool Radar

The chargeback service offers automatic reimbursement for the cost of a disputed charge and any associated fees.

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Russia says Tinder must share user data, private messages

Russian authorities add Tinder to database that requires company to share user data with the government.

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PayPal intros B2B commerce platform for marketplaces, e-commerce providers

The PayPal Commerce Platform bundles together PayPal's AI and machine learning-powered fraud and risk protection tools, its compliance services, and its bevy of online payments acceptance tools.

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Microsoft shows off its 'Centaurus' dual-screen device ahead of Apple's WWDC

Microsoft's rumored dual-screen Windows laptop, codenamed 'Centaurus,' seems to be moving ahead, with Microsoft execs showing off protoypes of it internally last week.

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'Hallucinating' AI makes it harder than ever to hide from surveillance

Machine vision is one of the most important AI applications, and - for surveillance - one of the most controversial and underestimated. Now researchers have demonstrated that AI can construct a person's complete image from a partial photo.

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Apple products you should and shouldn't buy: June 2019 edition

Apple products are expensive, so it makes sense to avoid buying anything that's nearing the end of its lifecycle, or when you can buy something of equivalent quality from another vendor. Here is a list of the items you are best avoiding.

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Twitter acquires Fabula AI, aims to 'improve health of the conversation'

Twitter said it will leverage Fabula AI's expertise in graph deep learning to improve the user experience.

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Santander to hire 400 technology staff in Brazil

The Spanish bank is looking to boost its workforce as part of a global digital transformation push.

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AMD, Samsung forge graphics processor partnership, aims to expand Radeon to mobile devices

For AMD, the partnership with Samsung gives it more heft to expand its graphics knowhow into smartphones and other mobile markets.

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Millennials are twice as likely to ignore office IT rules

A new survey offers a devastating and emotional view of how millennials treat their IT admins.

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WWDC 2019: Keynote highlights a massive problem with Apple

Apple has a broad ecosystem, but there's really only one thing that developers (and for that matter, users of Apple products care about.

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Move over, Amazon: Microsoft has an autonomous systems and robotics strategy, too

Microsoft is assembling, piece-by-piece, an autonomous systems tool set that it's pitching to customers in the industrial robotics and systems area.

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Apple still has problems with stopping synthetic clicks

Mac security researcher discloses zero-day to bypass ban on synthetic events.

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NASA anoints three private sector space robots for lunar launch

Space logistics is going private as NASA gets ready to pay out-of-pocket for lunar payloads.

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US to demand five years of your social media, email account info in visa application

The data demand will apply to tourists and potential immigrants.

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IBM is giving away free DJI drones to coders

Initiative builds on competition that supports developers working on novel natural disaster solutions.

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The end of iTunes? Apple expected to announce music service closure

iTunes has been central for 18 years but perhaps will now hand over the reins to other apps.

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Amazon's re:Mars conference: What to expect

From delivery logistics to space colonization, the new Amazon conference covers a wide range of topics, showcasing the impressive potential of AI.

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Smartphone cases aren't just for poor people

Don't let anyone tell you that putting your smartphone in a case is a dumb idea.

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Infineon acquires Cypress Semiconductors in $10 billion deal

Infineon says the deal will secure future opportunities in automotive, industrial, and IoT markets.

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Troubleshoot iPhone problems

Got a problem with your iPhone? Maybe an app isn't working right, or perhaps it's locking up or not charging properly. Here are some general troubleshooting tips that might save you a trip to the Apple store.

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Wave of SIM swapping attacks hit US cryptocurrency users

Something strange happened last week, with tens of US-based cryptocurrency users seeing SIM swapping attacks.

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WWDC preview, ZenFone 6, Pixel Slate sale, iPod Touch (MobileTechRoundup show #471)

Apple kicks off WWDC tomorrow and we are sure to see news about MacOS, iOS, WatchOS, and more. Reviewers are very pleased with the new $500 ASUS ZenFone 6 with unique swivel camera.

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iPhone cases are only for poor people

A consumer psychologist believes those who keep their iPhones naked are merely showing how rich they are. Is that what it is?

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WWDC 2019: What to expect from Apple and what really matters

Here's what to look for as Apple's WWDC 2019 unfolds and more importantly why it matters.

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Alienware redesigns m15, m17 gaming laptops, adds ninth-generation Intel Core processors

The updated notebooks are the thinnest and lightest 15-inch and 17-inch portables Dell's gaming arm has ever produced, while still offering advanced features like eye-tracking technology and OLED display options.

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How to take amazing photos with your iPhone

Want to take better photos with your iPhone? Here are a selection of tips and tricks to help you take stunning shots!

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You can make your own 'AirPods' for $4, but you probably shouldn't

Some people will go to great lengths to not avoid paying Apple the big bucks it asks for products.

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iOS 13 on the iPhone: Here's what Apple needs to fix urgently

While users love it when Apple crams more features into iOS, the platform is now getting to the stage when it could do with a spring clean, and tidy up some of the older legacy stuff.

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GandCrab ransomware operation says it's shutting down

GandCrab crew says it made enough money and plans to retire within a month.

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New attack creates ghost taps on modern Android smartphones

Academics abuse NFC-enabled devices with capacitive touchscreens to induce fake screen taps.

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