One of top 200 universities in the US, along with a helping hand from IBM, is getting its students into blockchain with dedicated training. The University of Louisville announced a partnership with IBM yesterday, which will see the institution establish what it’s calling the “IBM Skills Academy.” The academy will deliver a curriculum focused on
Read MoreBloomberg: Sources: ByteDance, which is adding thousands of employees to its 40K staff, expects a net loss of ~$1B in 2018 and revenues of $18B this year and $29B in 2020 — Most nights, from around 7 till midnight, Sydney Jade is on TikTok, the smartphone app of the moment. Sources: ByteDance, which is adding
Read MoreLast night, major drama unfolded as several gadget reviewers who got their hands on the Samsung Galaxy Fold reported that their screens broke or began malfunctioning, because of hardware and software issues. The company later issued a statement saying that it’s investigating the issue. More importantly, it said that it’s going ahead with the original
Read MoreWelcome to TNW Basics, a collection of tips, guides, and advice on how to easily get the most out of your gadgets, apps, and other stuff. Google has updated its Play Store with a handy new feature that lets you set a monthly budget to help keep your app and digital media purchases in check. It’s
Read MoreWelcome to the latest episode of “Facebook’s Daily Screw-up.” Following a report from Business Insider yesterday, the company confirmed it had uploaded more 1.5 million users’ contact lists without their permission when they signed up for the service starting in May 2016. According to BI, a security researcher noticed that Facebook was asking some users
Read MoreOur Galaxy Fold screen is in good shape, and the ongoing review continues. Galaxy Fold broken screens and more: The good and bad of Samsung's new foldable phone – CNET Source: CNet
Read MoreRisk Level: Very Low. Type: Trojan, Virus, Worm. SONAR.SuspLaunch!g72 Source: Symantec lastest threats
Read MoreRisk Level: Very Low. Type: Trojan. Infostealer.Scranos Source: Symantec lastest threats
Read MoreRisk Level: Very Low. Type: Trojan, Virus, Worm. SONAR.SuspLaunch!g64 Source: Symantec lastest threats
Read MoreStage builder was a mistake. Super Smash Bros. Ultimate stage builder becomes instant meme machine – CNET Source: CNet
Read MoreCatalin Cimpanu / ZDNet: Hacker shares source code of tools from Iranian cyber-espionage unit APT34, alleged personal info of Iranian intelligence officers, and more on Telegram — APT34 hacking tools and victim data leaked on a secretive Telegram channel since last month. — In an incident reminiscent … Hacker shares source code of tools from
Read MoreResearchers treat cancer patients with experimental therapy. CRISPR gene-editing used in US patients for the first time – CNET Source: CNet
Read MoreSimbakubwa kutoaafrika takes its place in the circle of life. Giant prehistoric lion fossil discovered hiding in museum drawer – CNET Source: CNet
Read MoreThe Verge: Samsung responds to reports of display issues in Galaxy Fold, says removing the top protective layer or adding adhesives to the main display may cause damage — Also: be careful with that screen cover — Samsung has released an official statement addressing reports of display issues with the upcoming Galaxy Fold. Samsung responds
Read MoreThe shares will begin trading Thursday on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker symbol PINS. Pinterest Prices I.P.O. at a Share, for a .7 Billion Valuation Source: NY Times Tech
Read MoreCatalin Cimpanu / ZDNet: Security researcher takes over a subdomain that Windows 8 and Windows 10 use to deliver RSS-based news and updates to Live Tiles — Subdomain currently in the possession of a German security researcher, preventing any abuse. — Microsoft has lost control over a crucial subdomain … Security researcher takes over a
Read MoreThe 400-page report into President Trump and Russia will soon be in hands of the US Congress and the public. It could sharpen the partisan divide. Mueller report to be released Thursday: The facts on the Trump-Russia case – CNET Source: CNet
Read MoreJeremy Kaplan / Digital Trends: A look at Microsoft’s hardware design labs and how the company designed the Surface Hub 2S — Building 33 on Microsoft’s campus in Redmond, Washington, houses a conference room unlike any you’ve ever seen. It includes an enormous glowing sphere, a buckyball for a boardroom. A look at Microsoft's hardware
Read MoreContacts harvested during new account signups for nearly three years. Facebook 'unintentionally uploaded' email contacts from 1.5M users – CNET Source: CNet
Read MoreMilwaukee Journal Sentinel: Wisconsin governor says he wants to renegotiate the state’s Foxconn contract, which has up to $4B in incentives, thinks goal of 13K Foxconn jobs is unrealistic — MADISON – Gov. Tony Evers said Wednesday he wants to renegotiate the state’s contract with Foxconn Technology Group and emphasized … Wisconsin governor says he
Read MoreThe protest movement grows in the US as citizens face arrest while demanding action on climate change. Extinction Rebellion stops traffic with die-in action at NYC City Hall – CNET Source: CNet
Read MoreRob Price / Business Insider: Facebook says it unintentionally collected email contacts of 1.5M users who used email password verification, will notify affected users and delete contacts — – Facebook said that it has “unintentionally uploaded” the email contacts of 1.5 million new Facebook users since May 2016. Facebook says it unintentionally collected email contacts
Read MoreJeff Bezos’ rocket company will upgrade a disused NASA testing facility to fire up two new engines. NASA and Blue Origin partner up for new rocket engine tests – CNET Source: CNet
Read MoreThe tallish sedan features electric all-wheel drive and a clean, muscular design inspired by folded paper. Infiniti debuts Qs Inspiration concept EV in Shanghai – Roadshow Source: CNet
Read MoreSalvador Rodriguez / CNBC: Pinterest prices its IPO at $19 per share, above the top end of the expected range, valuing the company at $10B — Pinterest priced its IPO at $19 a share, above the top end of the expected range, valuing the company at $10 billion. — Pinterest, which is expected to start
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