Digital comics startup Madefire is shutting down
R.I.P. Madefire, a startup that recruited high-profile artists to reinvent comics for new formats and platforms. An announcement on the Madefire website states the company entered into “an assignment of benefit for creditors” (explained a.....»»
Apple announces new fee structure for apps in the EU that link out to the web for purchases
Following the EU ruling in June that said Apple’s App Store anti-steering policies are officially in breach of the Digital Markets Act, Apple is announcing changes. Specifically, these changes address the rules around app developers linking out to.....»»
Women at risk of "digital overload," new research reveals
When it comes to juggling using digital technology for both work and family, women are at greater risk than men of "digital overload," according to new research led by Lancaster University......»»
Singlish goes digital: How Singaporeans infuse their distinctive language into online communication
"30th got school meh it's a Sunday leh." If we asked an average American what this online message means and what they can discern about its author, they would likely be baffled......»»
Photos: Black Hat USA 2024 Startup City
Here’s a look inside Startup City at Black Hat USA 2024. The featured vendors are: BackBox, Cybral, DryRun Security, HackNotice, Heeler Security, Hushmesh, MobileHop, Nagomi Security, Ox Security, Plainsea, Raven, Scribe Security, Spyderbat, an.....»»
IDs in Apple Wallet expected to come to these two states soon
At WWDC 2021, Apple announced its plans to bring support for digital IDs in Apple Wallet. Adoption of this feature has been slow and is currently limited to five states, with Ohio being the most recent addition as of last week. On Monday, 9to5Mac.....»»
Tackling digital sexual violence in Canada requires updated policies and procedures
Online abuse affects one in six school-aged children, according to a recent World Health Organization survey of Europe, Asia and Canada. This statistic is just the tip of the iceberg when it comes to online abuse, though, as this issue affects more t.....»»
Investors back new car warranty marketplace startup Chaiz
The startup is seeking partnerships for its online marketplace for extended car warranties and vehicle service contracts.....»»
How media impacts digital technology adoption in US and Brazilian agriculture
Digital technologies on the farm improve efficiency, productivity, and profits, but few farmers are taking full advantage of available tools. According to University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign researchers, communication channels play an important r.....»»
Biotech potential set to soar with the help of digital technology
Microbes and fungi have long been nature's helpers in producing fine food, drinks and medicine, but new digital technologies could unlock far greater potential for the European biotech sector......»»
What is a DAC, and why would you need one?
What is a DAC, or digital-to-analog converter? Here's how these common components work, and why audiophiles like to use upgraded versions for their music......»»
Vote for your favorite tech in the 2024 Digital Trends Reader’s Choice Awards
Speak up! The 2024 Digital Trends Reader's Choice Awards let you share your feedback about all the gadgets in your life, and enter to win a $500 Visa gift card......»»
New study explores the role expectations, conflicts and ambiguity of the chief financial officer
New research from Monash University has revealed the role of the chief financial officer is widely ambiguous, and has a range of conflicting expectations placed upon it, relating to digital transformation, leadership, coaching and mentoring capabilit.....»»
Data protection is poor for African farmers who use digital services: Kenya and Ghana cases highlight gaps
Across Africa, agricultural producers are turning to digital solutions to get information about farming methods, market access or financial services. By 2022, there were 666 of these solutions operating on the continent, the highest number among all.....»»
AI-fueled phishing scams raise alarm ahead of U.S. presidential election
Highlighting growth of phishing and digital scams targeting United States citizens, Bolster released a research that identified 24 separate nation-state threat actor groups attempting to exploit rising political tensions across the US to interfere wi.....»»
Lucid reports Q2 net loss of $790 million; Saudi fund pledges additional $1.5 billion to the startup
Lucid delivered a record in the quarter and plans to launch a crossover this year. Lucid said its largest shareholder, Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund, will inject $1.5 billion in cash......»»
California prepares to launch support for adding your driving license to the Apple Wallet app
Despite being announced by Apple in 2021, digital IDs in Wallet have only been adopted in five states so far, with Ohio joining just last week. However, despite dragging its feet with a proprietary app-based system for almost a year, the state of.....»»
The next state to get Apple Wallet driver"s licenses is probably California
California is gearing up to offer a digital driver's license, allowing drivers to carry a version of the government ID in the Apple Wallet.Adding a driving license to Apple WalletThe rollout of the ability to store digital driving licenses and state.....»»
Legendary ROM hacking site shutting down after almost 20 years
Disputes about how to keep the site going led founder to archive and close it. Enlarge / A thing that exists through ROM hacking, and ROMHacking.net: Super Mario Land 2, in color. (credit: Nintendo/Toruzz) If there was s.....»»
Samsung Galaxy Buds deals: As low as $80 today
We've tracked down all of the best Samsung Galaxy Buds deals to help you save on a new set of earbuds for your favorite music and other digital content......»»
US probes Nvidia’s acquisition of Israeli AI startup
Justice Department has increased scrutiny of the chipmaker’s power in the emerging sector. Enlarge (credit: Getty Images) The US Department of Justice is investigating Nvidia’s acquisition of Run:ai, an Israeli arti.....»»