Highlights of the day: PCBs in demand, 6-inch wafers strong
Most of the electronics sector is doing brisk business, and the few parts that are lagging are likely to perk up quickly. Printed circuit boards and integrated circuit substrates are in high demand, and Nan Ya PCB is expanding its production capacity.....»»
Coalfire announces Cyber Security On-Demand portfolio
Coalfire announced its Cyber Security On-Demand portfolio to provide a flexible set of services that reduce cyber risks and remediate security vulnerabilities in customer environments. As attack surfaces grow, defenders need flexibility and a hacker.....»»
The silent spreader: Reassessing the role of mice in leptospirosis risk
Emerging research highlights mice as a critical yet underestimated source of leptospirosis, emphasizing the need for improved strategies to control the spread of the infectious disease......»»
Alexa had “no profit timeline,” cost Amazon $25 billion in 4 years
WSJ report highlights vague metrics, internal struggles of Amazon Devices. Enlarge (credit: Getty) The Amazon business unit that focuses on Alexa-powered gadgets lost $25 billion between 2017 and 2021, The Wall Street Jo.....»»
LOKKER introduces web privacy risk summary for insurers
LOKKER released a new privacy solution for insurers: the ability to share on-demand web privacy risk reports with their insureds. These reports give insurers and the insured companies a simple view of their data privacy risk profile in eight differen.....»»
Automakers are reviving combustion engines as EV demand hits lull, supplier says
French supplier OPmobility says there is also renewed interest in hybrids and plug-in hybrids as automakers adjust to shifting consumer preferences......»»
GM ups guidance after posting 14% higher profit, record Q2 revenue
GM said it set records for global revenue, North American profit and North American revenue in the second quarter, by strong sales of pickups and SUVs......»»
Cross-industry standards for data provenance in AI
In this Help Net Security interview, Saira Jesani, Executive Director of the Data & Trust Alliance, discusses the role of data provenance in AI trustworthiness and its impact on AI models’ performance and reliability. Jesani highlights the collabor.....»»
Apple TV+ gifts PlayStation owners a three-month trial offer
Sony PlayStation 4 or 5 model users who have a PlayStation Network account and have or create an Apple ID can get a three-month free trial of Apple TV+, the company's on-demand video service.PlayStation 4 and 5 owners can enjoy Apple TV+ through thei.....»»
International study highlights large and unequal life expectancy declines in India during COVID-19
A new paper published in Science Advances today finds that life expectancy in India was 2.6 years lower in 2020 than 2019, with women and marginalized social groups suffering the greatest declines......»»
New Texas trends survey highlights power outages and preparedness in the shadow of Hurricane Beryl
As Houston and the Texas Gulf Coast continue recovering from Hurricane Beryl, a new survey from the University of Houston and Texas Southern University is providing insight into Texans' past experiences with extreme weather, including prolonged power.....»»
Check out these 3 new PS Plus games this weekend (July 19-21)
PS Plus has added a ton of great games already in July. Check these three highlights out if you need something to play this weekend......»»
Study highlights potential for genetic manipulation in cucumber breeding
The CLAVATA (CLV) signaling pathway is crucial for controlling flower and fruit development by regulating the shoot apical meristem (SAM) size. Despite its significance, the downstream signaling components in crops remain largely unknown. Understandi.....»»
Study highlights the benefits of mixing cover crops
A University of Kentucky study titled "Productivity benefits of cereal-legume cover crop mixtures under variable soil nitrogen and termination times" suggests that mixing cover crops is a beneficial strategy for modern agriculture......»»
Lunar leap: GNSS-powered autonomous navigation for moon-bound spacecraft
As lunar missions gain momentum, the demand for advanced navigation technologies that exceed traditional Earth-based systems grows. A new study addresses the challenges of weak Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS) signals and spacecraft maneuver.....»»
Leafy greens grown by night prove cheaper and just as good
Utility companies offer flexible electricity rates depending on the time of day to reduce demand at peak hours. That way, consumers can save some money, say, by using the dishwasher or tumble dryer at night. And the utilities avoid the need for massi.....»»
Study identifies rhizobacteria to combat Striga and boost sorghum yields in Ethiopia
A research team has identified potential Striga-suppressing rhizobacteria associated with sorghum, which have been shown to significantly reduce Striga seed germination rates. This study highlights the value of soil-borne bacteria as bioherbicides to.....»»
iPhone 15 adoption continues to weaken compared to iPhone 14
Earlier this year we saw a report from CIRP with data showing the adoption of the iPhone 15 lineup in the US coming in below what Apple saw with the iPhone 14 devices. Now CIRP’s Q2 data has landed on the same metric and the iPhone 15 lineup demand.....»»
Study shows how organic molecules impact gold nanoparticles" electrochemical properties
A new study shows how organic molecules greatly influence the redox potential of gold nanoparticles, with differences up to 71 mV. Using experiments and computer simulations, the study highlights the important role of capping agents in controlling th.....»»
Tesla Cybertruck beats Ford F-150 Lightning as top electric pickup in latest registration data
The Cybertruck's numbers were strong enough to propel it to fifth place among all battery-electric vehicles for May, S&P Global Mobility said. The F-150 Lightning was No. 10 among all EVs......»»
North America auto manufacturing footprint unlikely to change through 2029, Chicago Fed says
Many existing plants will provide flexibility across propulsion systems as EV demand and consumer preferences fluctuate......»»