Microsoft is making changes to the way it will be rolling out feature updates for Windows 10 starting with the 19H1/1903 release, which is now officially known as the “May 2019 Update.” Here’s what’s new. Microsoft is making big Windows 10 update changes starting with the May 2019 release Source: ZDNet Microsoft
Read MoreThe Belgian Financial Services and Markets Authority (FSMA) is continuing to warn citizens about the associated risks of dealing with cryptocurrencies after identifying seven new scam websites. In today’s warning, FSMA says it has “continued to receive new complaints of consumers who have invested in cryptocurrencies through these trading platforms.” The newly identified websites are
Read MoreThere’s one important life skill they don’t teach you at uni. When I was a student, fitting sleep, social life, and working out into my five-classes-a-week schedule was a breeze. Fast-forward a couple of years and here I am working full-time and barely squeezing a shower into my work week routine. University prepared me for
Read MoreKhari Johnson / VentureBeat: Amazon launches six HIPAA-compliant Alexa skills from health care companies like Cigna and Boston Children’s Hospital for uses like scheduling appointments — Amazon today announced the introduction of a limited number of voice apps for the Alexa Skills Kit by health care companies like Cigna … Amazon launches six HIPAA-compliant Alexa
Read MoreSays Facebook’s CEO: “That seems like something there should be a more democratic process about.” Mark Zuckerberg: Setting rules on political ads isn't Facebook's job – CNET Source: CNet
Read MoreIngrid Lunden / TechCrunch: GrubMarket, an online store that delivers produce from small farms to customers, raises $25M on top of a $32M Series C round, at a post-money valuation of $255M — Farmers markets have become a staple presence in many US cities, where there is a steady supply of smaller … GrubMarket, an
Read MoreThe focus will be on the eventual rollout of SAE Level 4 and 5 self-driving cars. GM, Toyota, Ford and SAE announce new group to set up safety framework for future AVs – Roadshow Source: CNet
Read MoreResearchers found a security vulnerability on Xiaomi’s security app. Xiaomi phones came with security flaw preinstalled – CNET Source: CNet
Read MoreThis must be how Chewie felt when Han died. I fell in love with Apple AirPods, then they fell down the drain – CNET Source: CNet
Read MoreIn Giraffes On Horseback Salad, the author and his collaborators, including Tim Heidecker, bring a long-lost film project to life. CNET Book Club: Josh Frank on bringing the Marx Brothers and Salvador Dalí together – CNET Source: CNet
Read MoreAlan Boyle / GeekWire: Amazon confirms Project Kuiper, its new initiative to launch a constellation of low Earth orbit satellites to provide broadband around the world — Amazon is joining the race to provide broadband internet access around the globe via thousands of satellites in low Earth orbit, newly uncovered filings show. Amazon confirms Project
Read MoreJon Russell / TechCrunch: Indian mobile operator Reliance Jio acquires an 87% stake in Haptik, a startup that develops “conversational” platforms and virtual assistants, for $100M — Reliance Jio, the telecom operator that has revolutionized India with its generous data plans, has its eye on the next generation … Indian mobile operator Reliance Jio acquires
Read MoreMarmots. If you’re unfamiliar with this creature, marmots are kinda like squirrels, but the size of a house-cat. In Canada, they’re heavily endangered, and one cryptocurrency anti-influencer is hellbent on raising awareness with an official marmot emoji. Preston Byrne is a lawyer and self-professed blockchain nerd. On Twitter, you’ll often find him subverting influencer-centric cryptocurrency discussion with talk
Read MoreTesla’s Model 3 delivery numbers were below even analysts’ tempered expectations. Tesla is pinning its future on the Model 3. But it’s struggling to get them to China and Europe. Source: Washington Post Tech
Read MoreBenjamin Mayo / 9to5Mac: Apple cuts the price of HomePod worldwide, dropping it from $349 to $299 in the US Apple Store — Apple has officially lowered the price of the HomePod worldwide. In the price has fallen from $349 to $299, breaking the $300 level. HomePod has seen promotional discounts at many third party
Read MoreEarlier this week, WhatsApp announced that it’s launching a tip line in India to verify messages during the election. But as it turns out, the new service is not exactly a hotline for debunking fake news – but rather a tool for researching misleading information shared on the platform. As spotted by BuzzFeed News, an
Read MoreThe couple’s “sussexroyal” account finds 1 million followers within six hours, but a British man says Instagram co-opted the handle from him without warning. Instagram gave Meghan and Harry the handle “sussexroyal,” but a British driving instructor had it first Source: Washington Post Tech
Read MoreThere are only 35 days left until TNW Conference, and as we approach May 9 and 10, I’ve been thinking about all the amazing elements of our tech festival. In yesterday’s TNW2019 Daily, I shared some fun facts about the number 36 – today, I’m sharing some numbers that highlight how cool our event will
Read MoreI’m not remotely a fan of phones ditching the headphone jack, but these are the sad times we live in. One of my biggest gripes with that decision is that the range of USB-C accessories isn’t great, particularly in the field of audio gear. But I’m glad that Moshi’s gotten into the game with its
Read MoreMicrosoft has now released the second monthly cumulative update for Windows 10 version 1809. Windows 10 1809's second update finally arrives, trailing 1803's patch by 2 weeks Source: ZDNet Microsoft
Read MoreA South Carolina college student was killed last weekend by a man posing as a ride-share driver, the police said. Across the country, women have reported dozens of similar attacks in recent years. They Thought It Was Their Uber. But the Driver Was a Predator. Source: NY Times Tech
Read MoreUnionBank (UBP), the seventh largest bank in the Philippines officially got itself into the cryptocurrency game this week, but there’s a catch. Users will be required to use a UBP bank account to exchange funds to and from virtual currency. After announcing its proposed roll out back in February, UnionBank launched its first bank-based cryptocurrency
Read MoreWorst case, landlords could use smart locks to track and harass residents. And what if you just want a key? Tenants worry smart-home tech could be abused by landlords – CNET Source: CNet
Read MoreBeyond facial recognition, we’re giving smart devices and platforms our intimate biometric details. Amazon, Google, AI and us: Are we too close for comfort? – CNET Source: CNet
Read MoreIn the midst of a chaotic world, I seek order in the form of a tremendously large CD collection. I refuse to stop buying CDs – CNET Source: CNet
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