Telcos keep using “insecure” Chinese gear because of congressional inaction
Congress only gave 38% of funds needed for "rip and replace," FCC chair says. Enlarge (credit: Getty Images | NurPhoto ) The US government has pressured telcos to rip out network gear made by Chinese companies Huawei and.....»»
How does the US know that forced labor is happening in China? A supply chain expert weighs in
The Biden administration has added 26 more companies to the list of Chinese textile traders and manufacturers whose goods are blocked from entering the United States because of their alleged ties to forced labor......»»
Is an open-source AI vulnerability next?
AI has captured widespread interest and offers numerous benefits. However, its rapid advancement and widespread adoption raise concerns, especially for those of us in cybersecurity. With so much interest, there are lots of insecure applications findi.....»»
Waymo"s newest robotaxis may face Chinese tariff roadblock
Robotaxis the company plans to eventually deploy by the thousands across the United States might be subject to stiff new tariffs that target electric vehicles imported from China......»»
Vision Pro international rollout beckons as China approves release
We’re expecting the Vision Pro international rollout to happen not long after WWDC, and we’ve now seen another element of the plan fall into place. An “Apple wearable computer” has been granted the Chinese quality and safety accreditation.....»»
Joe Biden imposes tariffs on Chinese EVs, microchips, batteries, minerals; China vows retaliation
The biggest jump is for EVs, with the tariff rate quadrupling, while other imports are seeing levies doubled or being imposed for the first time......»»
Joe Biden imposes tariffs on Chinese EVs, microchips, batteries, minerals, other imports
The biggest jump is for EVs, with the tariff rate quadrupling, while other imports are seeing levies doubled or being imposed for the first time......»»
Log4Shell shows no sign of fading, spotted in 30% of CVE exploits
Organizations continue to run insecure protocols across their wide access networks (WAN), making it easier for cybercriminals to move across networks, according to a Cato Networks survey. Enterprises are too trusting within their networks The Cato CT.....»»
One of the last roadblocks to selling Apple Vision Pro in China has been lifted
In one of the last steps needed before an electronic device goes on sale, the Chinese safety regulators have approved the Apple Vision Pro for sale in the country.A screenshot from Taobao's visionOS app [Weibo]The "China Compulsory Certificate" (CCC).....»»
Log4J shows no sign of fading, spotted in 30% of CVE exploits
Organizations continue to run insecure protocols across their wide access networks (WAN), making it easier for cybercriminals to move across networks, according to a Cato Networks survey. Enterprises are too trusting within their networks The Cato CT.....»»
New M4 iPad Pro $50 off, M2 iPad Air deals, Beats Solo 4 now down at $150, and more
With new Apple gear about to get unleashed into the wild, and the recent debut of the 2024 Beats Solo headphones, today’s roundup of deals is loaded with the first price drops on the latest and greatest. Amazon has now knocked $50 off Apple’s new.....»»
Biden set to levy 100% tariffs on Chinese EVs this week
Both the US and EU are deeply concerned about heavily subsidized Chinese OEMs. Enlarge / New energy vehicles are being loaded into containers for export at Taicang Port and Taicang International Terminal in Suzhou, Jiangsu Provin.....»»
Chinese fruit fly genomes reveal global migrations, repeated evolution
Fruit flies (Drosophila melanogaster), which humans have inadvertently spread around the globe, arrived in China roughly 4,000 years ago, according to a new population genomics study that adds to our understanding of the insect's global migration, de.....»»
Nitrogen pollution is less harmful to mixed forests, study shows
In a study published in the journal Plant and Soil, researchers from the Institute of Applied Ecology of the Chinese Academy of Sciences have shown that mixed larch and deciduous forests are more resistant to soil acidification—a decrease in soil p.....»»
Higher U.S. tariffs on China EVs to have limited initial impact
Geely was the only Chinese automaker to export EVs to the U.S. in the first quarter, and the tally was under 3,000, according to the China Passenger Car Association......»»
Crime blotter: UPS catches Apple product thieves in sting
In this week's Apple crime roundup, the Citizen app uses Apple Store theft footage in advertising, a Philadelphia Police scandal involving a smartphone app, stolen softball gear recovered thanks to AirTag, and more!The Apple Store in Emeryville, Cali.....»»
Friday’s deals: Apple Watch Ultra 2 $85 off, M2 Mac mini now $100 off, AirPods Pro 2, and more
Your Friday edition of the best deals in Apple gear has now arrived, and is headlined by one of the best prices yet on the flagship Apple Watch Ultra 2. Now starting from $714, we are also tracking an insanely low price on the official Leather Link W.....»»
iPhone 16 Might Get an Upgrade We’ve Been Waiting for Since iPhone 13
If a Chinese leaker’s information is accurate, the iPhone 16 Pro might get an upgrade we, and others, have been waiting for since Apple released the iPhone 13 Pro back in 2021. In a post on Chinese micro-blogging site Weibo, leaker Instant Digi.....»»
China"s vehicle exports hit record high in April as domestic sales fall
Facing trade threats in Europe, Chinese automakers have been actively exploring South America, Australia and ASEAN markets for exports......»»
Ninja’s Woodfire pizza oven and smoker is $100 off right now
Best Buy has an amazing offer on the Ninja Woodfire with $100 off making it the perfect time to upgrade your outdoor cooking gear......»»
U.S. could ban Chinese connected vehicles or impose restrictions, U.S. commerce secretary says
U.S. Commerce Secretary Gina Raimondo said on Wednesday the Biden administration could take an "extreme action" and ban Chinese connected vehicles or opt to impose restrictions but must first review extensive public comments......»»