EU Initiative Uses Blockchain and NFTs to Fight IP Infringement
The EU is preparing to launch its own blockchain solution to authenticate physical products through NFTs. The technology can be used to fight counterfeit products but has many other use cases as well. The tokens are compatible with regular NFT platfo.....»»
How businesses recognize employee achievement impacts engagement, motivation and performance
Businesses are becoming increasingly competitive as they fight to recruit and retain top talent. Recognition programs are widespread across businesses and workplaces, and are used to improve employee engagement, while motivating employee effort and p.....»»
How Europe"s forests regenerate—without any human interference
Yannek Käber, a doctoral student in the Professorship of Forest Ecology at ETH Zurich, and his colleagues from ETH and WSL together with the European Forest Research Initiative (EuFoRIa), have taken a look at regeneration in protected European fores.....»»
AtData collaborates with Persona to strengthen fraud prevention
AtData announced its partnership with Persona, a unified identity platform that helps businesses verify their users and fight fraud. This collaboration reflects an industry that is acknowledging the pressing need for stronger defenses against a myria.....»»
Apple denies that iPhone 12 modem exceeds French limits on radio exposure
As expected, Apple has refuted French ministry claims that the iPhone 12 exceeds legal limits for radio frequency exposure, and will fight the sales ban.iPhone 12 family from mini to Pro MaxApple has said that it has provided France's radiation watch.....»»
Netcraft acquires FraudWatch to deliver online brand protection at scale
Netcraft announced the acquisition of FraudWatch, an Australian online brand protection provider focused on phishing, social media, brand infringement, and fake mobile apps. Netcraft and FraudWatch together are committed to providing global organizat.....»»
Here’s exactly what Google will argue to fight the DOJ’s antitrust claims
10-week trial probing Google's search business kicks off Tuesday. Enlarge (credit: ArLawKa AungTun | iStock / Getty Images Plus) Today, DC-based US District Court Judge Amit Mehta will hear opening arguments in a 10-week.....»»
Microsoft offers legal protection for AI copyright infringement challenges
"Some customers are concerned about the risk of IP infringement claims," says Microsoft. Enlarge (credit: Getty Images / Benj Edwards) On Thursday, Microsoft announced that it will provide legal protection for customers.....»»
Volvo Cars cuts jobs and expenses in U.S., Canada to prep for EV era
The restructuring of Volvo's U.S. and Canada operations is part of an $88 million global initiative to tighten spending, drive efficiencies, and update the work force. It does not affect Volvo's production network......»»
Govts. Must ‘Encourage or Compel’ Internet Companies to Fight Piracy
A massive coalition of major rightsholders says governments must encourage or even compel companies doing business on the internet to collaborate in the fight against piracy. The USPTO submission from the IIPA coalition contains direct criticism of I.....»»
YouTube Defeats Mexican Movie Tycoon’s Piracy Lawsuit
YouTube has landed a major legal victory after defeating a copyright infringement lawsuit filed by movie tycoon Carlos Vasallo. According to a Florida federal court, Google's video platform complies with the DMCA and has no legal obligation to use it.....»»
Ukraine war: Cyber-teams fight a high-tech war on front lines
In 18 months of war, Ukraine has learnt new ways to integrate technology into the modern battlefield......»»
Q&A: How could new paint lower Sacramento air conditioning bills and fight climate change?
California is known for its warm weather, and Sacramento is no exception. With an average of 269 sunny days annually, the state's capital city has even been deemed the sunniest place on Earth for certain summer months......»»
5 ways in which FHE can solve blockchain’s privacy problems
Blockchain technology has gained significant traction due to its decentralized nature and immutability, providing transparency and security for various applications, especially in finance. Having gained notoriety during the 2010s with the boom of cry.....»»
Aloe vera peels could fight staple food crop pests
The discarded peels of aloe vera can be used as a natural pesticide, helping farmers protect staple food crops from harmful insects, research suggests......»»
This midrange HP laptop beats the Dell XPS 15 in one important way
HP's Envy 16 2023 puts up a good fight against the latest Dell XPS 15, but the Dell is a more refined laptop that's more worth its investment......»»
Child safety advocacy group launches campaign against Apple
Heat Initiative, a child safety advocacy group, is launching a multi-million dollar campaign against Apple to pressure the company into reinstating iCloud CSAM detection.Apple's abandoned child protection featureHeat Initiative said it would launch t.....»»
Investigating responses to China"s Digital Silk Road initiative
From the second century to the middle of the 15th century, the Silk Road, or more appropriately, the Silk Routes, provided a way for trade and culture to be exchanged between Asia and Europe. The routes connected East and West across more than 6,400.....»»
Axio and Cyentia Institute join forces to boost data-driven cyber risk quantification for enterprises
Axio announced a new joint initiative with Cyentia Institute, a research and data science firm with a mission to advance knowledge in the cybersecurity industry. Together, Axio and Cyentia will deliver Cyentia’s cyber incident analysis to Axio cust.....»»
Want to fight climate change? Don"t poach gorillas (or elephants, hornbills, toucans, etc.)
Here's a climate solution we can all get behind: don't kill elephants. Or poach gorillas—or wipe out tapirs, hornbills, or other large-bodied wildlife that eat fruit and disperse large seeds. That's because a new paper by the Wildlife Conservation.....»»
Watch Oleksandr Usyk vs Daniel Dubois: How to stream it online
ESPN Ever since Oleksandr Usyk beat Anthony Joshua twice in a row to secure the IBF, IBO, WBA Super and WBO World Heavyweight Championship titles, boxing fans have been waiting for him to fight Tyson Fury. The two fighters have not been able to come.....»»