Hubble Space Telescope's main camera is out of action – CNET
And the US government shutdown is delaying a fix. Hubble Space Telescope's main camera is out of action – CNET Source: CNet
Read MoreAnd the US government shutdown is delaying a fix. Hubble Space Telescope's main camera is out of action – CNET Source: CNet
Read MoreCommentary: Everyone’s talking about 5G at the show, even if they can’t agree on what 5G actually is. At CES 2019, 5G is even more of a confusing mess than ever – CNET Source: CNet
Read MoreThe search giant set up a massive booth to showcase its software and devices, but Google’s presence extends far beyond that. Google's everywhere at CES 2019 – CNET Source: CNet
Read MoreThe South Korean government is giving the blockchain industry a tax break in a bid to help foster innovation in decentralized technologies. The Ministry of Strategy and Finance has announced that blockchain will be included in its amendments to 2018 tax law, which sees companies receive benefits for innovating with certain technologies, reports The News
Read MoreFrank Chaparro / The Block: Sources says Coinbase plans to shift its institutional efforts away from Wall Street firms like Goldman Sachs to crypto funds and crypto-native firms — For many crypto enthusiasts, mid-2018 feels like a lifetime ago. — In those heady days, crypto’s market capitalization stood at $300 billion … Sources says Coinbase
Read MoreEver used a pair of Bose QuietComfort noise-cancelling headphones? Spoiler alert: they’re great at cancelling noise. So, while the idea of a consumer audio company neutering vehicle sound might sound… questionable at first, Bose actually has some pedigree in this space. Announced at CES, Bose QuietComfort Road Noise Control (or RNC for short) focuses on
Read MoreTimothy W. Martin / Wall Street Journal: Sources: Samsung plans to unveil a fully functional foldable screen phone at the February 20 event — Tech giant to also unveil its 10th anniversary flagship phones at events in San Francisco and London — SEOUL— Samsung Electronics Co. plans to unveil its 10th anniversary flagship phone lineup
Read MoreKyle Wiggers / VentureBeat: OneLogin, which provides cloud-based identity and access management solutions for enterprises, raises $100M Series D led by Greenspring Associates — Not every startup manages to reach — or exceed — $100 million in financing. Those that do join an exclusive group of fundraisers … OneLogin, which provides cloud-based identity and access
Read MoreWindows sysadmins wake up on Wednesday with an almighty Patch Tuesday headache. Microsoft's killer Windows 7 patch: Breaks networking, bricks legit 'Not genuine' PCs Source: ZDNet Microsoft
Read MoreLast June, Uber launched its ‘diet’ app –Uber Lite – in India, with a view to support users with older phones, and those who frequently face connectivity issues. The app is now available in more than 14 countries, in English, Portuguese, and Spanish. The company claims it has 2.5 million downloads, and its users have
Read MoreLu Shaye said in an op-ed for The Hill Times that Canadians applied “double standards,” viewing their own country’s laws as having to be observed, but not China’s. China’s Ambassador to Canada Blames ‘White Supremacy’ for Feud Over Arrests Source: NY Times Tech
Read MoreNo, Hackaday hasn’t become a baking blog. We’re just here to give you a bit of advice: if [MickMake] ever offers you one of his fresh-baked Pis, proceed with caution. While we have no doubt that there will be some interesting smells wafting out of his kitchen, these aren’t the tasty pies you’re looking for. There’s
Read MoreIt’s no secret cryptojackers prefer Monero, but now researchers have determined exactly how much they have gained with illicit cryptocurrency mining malware. In a new study, academics from Universidad Carlos III de Madrid and King’s College London calculated that crypto-mining malware has generated roughly 720,000 XMR – or 4.32 percent – of Monero‘s currently circulating supply,
Read MoreDoes it make sense to put a voice assistant in your microwave? Amazon, the leader in smart speakers and voice assistants, seemed to be convinced that it does when it introduced the $60 AmazonBasics Microwave in September. This week, the first reviews of the device came out, and while I’m not an avid reader of
Read MorePick up where you left off or avoid going over the same results. Google search adds activity cards to make browsing your history easier – CNET Source: CNet
Read MoreSam Schechner / Wall Street Journal: Adviser to EU court backs Google, says search engines shouldn’t be forced to apply “right to be forgotten” beyond the bloc’s borders — Recommendation largely backs Google, which appealed a French order to apply the EU right to searches globally Adviser to EU court backs Google, says search engines
Read MoreVinyl is back and shows no signs of abating. Hell, according to a report from Buzzangle, vinyl sales in the US rose almost 12 percent between 2017 and 2018. This meant the format accounted for close to 14 percent of all physical music sales in America. Well done, vinyl, well done. And, of course, once there’s a
Read MoreIt’s barely the middle of January and we’ve got our first “why did they invent that” cryptocurrency token project of the year, “Squat for Crypto.” Hearing the words “squat for crypto,” the first image that popped into my head was a bunch of hooded coders with pixelated faces doing their thing in illicitly acquired accommodation.
Read MoreAfter the worst year for stocks in a decade, investors are eager to hear what executives expect in 2019 as companies report fourth-quarter earnings. Investors Were Spooked About Profits. Now Come the Facts. Source: NY Times Tech
Read MoreCoinDesk: Former ConsenSys employees and investors say ConsenSys’ investment structure and CEO Joseph Lubin’s insistence on control made enticing outside investors tough — “Just rely on the fact that it’s all funded by Papa Joe.” — That’s how one former employee, who asked to stay anonymous … Former ConsenSys employees and investors say ConsenSys' investment
Read MoreThese days, the electronics hobbyist is lucky to have access to a wide range of ready-made modules that enable sensors, screens, and microcontrollers to all be linked up with ease. However, this manner of working generally ends up with a project that becomes more of a PCB salad than a finished product. Oftentimes, it’s possible
Read MoreSan Jose-based Energous is working on something you want in your gadgets, but can’t see – over-the-air wireless charging. The company’s been working on its WattUp technology – which beams power across distances of up to a meter from charging stations straight to your devices – for a few years now. At this year’s CES,
Read MoreLast year I visited the Hermitage in St Petersburg, Russia – one of the best art museums in the world. I was expecting to serenely experience its masterpieces, but my view was blocked by a wall of smart phones taking pictures of the paintings. And where I could find a bit of empty space, there
Read MoreIt feels like we’re back in 2012 with phone makers battling each other over megapixel counts. Weeks after Honor announced its ambitious View20 with a 48-megapixel dual camera, Xiaomi today announced the Redmi Note 7 with a similarly specced shooter. This is the first phone under the company’s new Redmi sub-brand that was announced last
Read MoreAlex West / New York Magazine: For many adolescents, TikTok videos they consume are primarily repurposed content on curated YouTube channels and Instagram meme accounts — If you’re looking for a window into contemporary youth culture, there is nothing better than TikTok. The social short-video app’s primary feature … For many adolescents, TikTok videos they
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