Apparently This Matters: Doomsday bunker
CNN humor columnist Jarrett Bellini looks at an amazing doomsday bunker for sale in Las Vegas......»»
Google Wallet rolls out to users, will live alongside Google Pay in the US
Google will have one payment app internationally, but not in the US, for some reason. Enlarge / There's not a lot to see in Google Wallet, just the usual NFC interface and a few loyalty cards. Today is apparently the launch.....»»
Apple plans to slow hiring, spending in some teams in 2023
Apple is planning on slowing spending and hiring growth across some teams in 2023 to prepare itself for a potential economic downturn that year.Apple ParkThe decision is apparently a result of a new move to be more cautious during uncertain times, Bl.....»»
The future of SOCs: Automation where it matters
Sophisticated attacks, remote work needs and rapidly changing technologies challenge organizations to manage IT security while containing costs and using overburdened staff. Security operations centers (SOCs) increasingly use automation to manage com.....»»
How London became the home of hybrid working
How many people are working from home, and how many have returned to the office? The answer to this—apparently simple—question is surprisingly complicated......»»
Google Engineer Claims AI Chatbot Is Sentient: Why That Matters
Is it possible for an artificial intelligence to be sentient? -- Read more on ScientificAmerican.com.....»»
Apple fined by Russian court for refusing to store user iCloud data in Russia
Russia has apparently demanded that Apple store user iCloud data relating to Russian citizens domestically. Apple has seemingly refused to comply, based on an Interfax news report (via Reuters). The court fined Apple 2 million roubles (worth approxi.....»»
Samsung reportedly may drop Exynos SoCs for new flagship handsets
Samsung Electronics reportedly will stop using its own Exynos mobile SoCs for next-generation flagship smartphone model Galaxy S23, and instead will adopt Qualcomm's new-generation Snapdragon flagship mobile AP, apparently looking to bolster its smar.....»»
UMC executives to visit Samsung in end-July
High-level executives of Taiwan-based pure-play foundry United Microelectronics (UMC) plan to visit South Korea later this month and meet with Samsung Electronics counterparts to discuss matters concerning the long-term supply contract reached betwee.....»»
The Three Reasons Why Elon Musk Called Off His Acquisition of Twitter
Elon Musk just tweeted a picture of himself laughing — along with a caption he'd apparently added himself. "They said I couldn't buy Twitter. Then they wouldn't disclose bot info. Now they want to force me to buy Twitter in court. Now they ha.....»»
OLED TV displays from LG Display are Eyesafe. Here’s why that matters.
If you’re looking for a new TV, consider an OLED. On top of delivering fantastic picture quality, these TVs also emit low amounts of blue light, resulting in improved eye comfort compared to LCD options......»»
Landmark EU rules will finally put regulation of Big Tech to the test [Updated]
Keeping giant tech companies like Apple or Google in check is top priority. Enlarge (credit: the_burtons | Moment) Imagine an online world where what users want matters, and interoperability reigns. Friends could choose whiche.....»»
Hacker steals one billion people’s records in unprecedented data breach
A hacker has stated that he has successfully infiltrated a police database, from which he apparently obtained details of one billion Chinese citizens......»»
Metroid Prime 4: Release date, trailers, gameplay, and more
Remember Metroid Prime 4? It's apparently still in development, though little else is known about the project. Here's everything we know about Metroid Prime 4......»»
Landmark EU rules will finally put regulation of Big Tech to the test
Keeping giant tech companies like Apple or Google in check is top priority. Enlarge (credit: the_burtons | Moment) Imagine an online world where what users want matters, and interoperability reigns. Friends could choose whiche.....»»
Nano-rust: Smart additive for autonomous temperature control
The right temperature matters—whether in technical processes, for the quality of food and medicines, or the lifetime of electronic components and batteries. For this purpose, temperature indicators record (un)desired temperature increases that can.....»»
Navigating Choppy Waters
In the last seven months, the venture / entrepreneurial world has gone from “the only thing that matters is massive growth” to “the world is going to end.” For perspective, all you need to do is look at a dozen high-flying IPO.....»»
The art of getting DNA out of decades-old pickled snakes
Two levels underground, Chicago's Field Museum has a secret bunker. The sub-basement Collections Resource Center houses millions of biological specimens for scientists around the world to use in their research, including countless bottles and jars co.....»»
Cheaper Samsung foldables could be a thing in the next 1-2 years
Korean media is reporting that Samsung is apparently working to create a lineup of cheaper foldable phones by 2024. The post Cheaper Samsung foldables could be a thing in the next 1-2 years first appeared on Phandroid. Right now the cheapes.....»»
Israeli OT Cybersecurity Startups (1): "Cyber resilience" matters for manufacturers, says Claroty
Manufacturers are advised to boost their "cyber resilience" besides cyber defense, while semiconductor makers are bracing for potential nation-state-operated cyberattacks and insider attacks, said Eddie Stefanescu, general manager of Claroty's Asia P.....»»
AI can now play Minecraft just as well as you - here’s why that matters
OpenAI has developed a neural network capable of playing Minecraft to a human-level standard......»»