IBM Makes Encryption Paradox Practical
“Fully homomorphic” cryptography allows partial access to digital vaults without ever opening their locks How do you access the contents of a safe without ever opening its lock or otherwise getting inside? This riddle may seem confounding,.....»»
Top 6 Apple-friendly graduation gifts for 2023: celebrate success in style
Graduation is a special occasion that deserves a memorable gift, and you can celebrate with these practical gadgets in our roundup of the best graduation gifts.Nothing says congratulations like helpful tech that graduates can use for years. Whether t.....»»
How a sea anemone uses its algal symbionts to assimilate nitrogen in nutrient-poor waters
Tropical oceans are typically nutrient-poor, yet they host vast biologically diverse reef ecosystems built by symbiotic cnidarians (including corals and anemones). This apparent contradiction, known as the Darwin Paradox, has puzzled scientists since.....»»
Fopo S17 triple monitor review: Portable but precarious
The Fopo S17 triple monitor can give you two more screens for your MacBook on the go — but be aware of its downsides.Review: The Fopo S17 triple monitorDue to its portability, the Fopo S17 could be a practical device for MacBook users who need more.....»»
Monduo 16-inch Pro Duo Display review: Fun and practical, but Mac owners have better choices
The Monduo 16-inch Pro Duo Display can turn your single-screen 16-inch MacBook Pro into a triple-screen productivity powerhouse, and it works well — but Apple users have some more flexible choices.The Monduo 16-inch Pro Duo Display helps enable a t.....»»
Qrypt and Carahsoft join forces to provide quantum secure encryption to federal agencies
Qrypt has formed a partnership with Carahsoft. Under the agreement, Carahsoft will serve as Qrypt’s Master Government Aggregator, making the company’s quantum-secure encryption technology available to the Federal Government through Carahsoft’s.....»»
Twitter encrypted DMs launch, but only for paid users, and no E2E encryption
Twitter encrypted DMs have officially launched – but only between paid users, and the security feature doesn’t yet live up to Musk’s promise to use end-to-end (E2E) encryption for full privacy. The company acknowledges this in a support docume.....»»
Scientists streamline a widely used chemical reaction, creating new manufacturing opportunities
A team of scientists from the University of Ottawa has developed an innovative technique to manufacture complex chemical structures from easily accessible substrates, making it one of the simplest and most practical methods for converting alcohols in.....»»
Thirsty on the moon? Just throw some regolith in the microwave
No matter where we go in the universe, we're going to need water. Thus far, human missions to Earth orbit and the moon have taken water with them. But while that works for short missions, it isn't practical in the long term. Water is heavy, and it wo.....»»
The WhatsApp of secure computation
A key term when discussing encryption these days is end-to-end (E2E) encryption. The idea with E2E encryption is that data is kept confidential between the encryptor and the intended receiver. This might seem an obvious requirement, but not all so-ca.....»»
World Press Freedom Day: organizations join forces to save encryption
World Press Freedom Day: organizations join forces to save encryption.....»»
I used System76’s Pangolin for weeks, and Linux was not the biggest problem
A comfy keyboard, weird trackpad, blah webcam, and notably mature Linux desktop. Enlarge / The Pangolin has a somewhat plain, practical all-black look. It gets a little wilder when you start plugging things into its gracious arra.....»»
Researchers: Drone seeding and E-seeds sound exciting, but ecosystem restoration needs practical solutions
A drone drops a small wooden projectile with three spiral tails and a seed mounted on the tip. It gently lands on the bare ground and sits there, exposed to the elements, until it rains. Then, the moisture penetrates the wood fibers, and the spiral t.....»»
Watch Strap Co. Fury Apple Watch band review: timeless and practical
The Watch Strap Co. Fury Diamond Edition Apple Watch Strap is an armor-like, stainless steel band that's stylish and built to last.Watch Strap Co. is a London-based company that offers various Apple Watch bands for men and women. The company focuses.....»»
Google Authenticator sync lacks end-to-end encryption, but Google is working on it
Google finally added a great feature to Google Authenticator, support for account syncing, which will save you a lot of trouble along the way. You … The post Google Authenticator sync lacks end-to-end encryption, but Google is working on it app.....»»
Apple"s diversity efforts are "selfish & practical" says head of developer relations
Apple's head of developer relations, Susan Prescott, says the company continues to focus on inclusion and diversity and promises new features at WWDC 2023.Apple continues efforts on diversity and inclusionSpeaking at a recent event at Apple's new off.....»»
Thales CTE-RWP protects critical files and folders from ransomware attacks
At RSA Conference 2023, Thales launched CipherTrust Transparent Encryption Ransomware Protection (CTE-RWP), an optional licensed feature to the CipherTrust Data Security Platform. CTE-RWP will elevate the protection of customer files and folders from.....»»
2023 Volvo V60 Cross Country Review: Unconventional Appeal
As exclusive as it is practical, the Volvo V60 Cross Country may be overshadowed by SUVs, but for wagon fans that's arguably part of its charm. As exclusive as i.....»»
Valley-transistor in two-dimensional materials: An ingredient for all-optical quantum technologies
Researchers from the Indian Institute of Technology Bombay have devised a novel method to construct valley transistors in two-dimensional materials using brief light pulses, bringing us closer to realizing practical all-optical quantum technologies......»»
33 practical gift ideas for Mother’s Day 2023
Thoughtful tech gifts that will delight moms this Mother's Day. These Mother's Day gifts are mom-approved! (credit: Soleil Summer | Condé Nast) There’s no such thing as a perfect Mother’s Day gift—not in the abstract. Motherly.....»»
I was wrong. E-bikes are so practical, they’re a transit cheat code
You’ve probably rolled your eyes at them. So have I. And we’re both wrong. E-bikes are the commuting solution right under your upturned nose......»»