Internet providers that won FCC grants try to escape broadband commitments
"Coalition of RDOF Winners" lobbies FCC but won't reveal its full member list. Enlarge (credit: Getty Images | Yuichiro Chino) A group of Internet service providers that won government grants are asking the Federal Commu.....»»
Researchers realize multi-heterojunctioned plastics with high thermoelectric figure of merit
Organic thermoelectric materials hold great promise as flexible energy sources for the Internet of Things and wearable electronics. However, their relatively low dimensionless figure of merit (ZT) compared to traditional materials has been a major ob.....»»
ISPs seeking government handouts try to avoid offering low-cost broadband
Despite getting subsidies, ISPs oppose $30 plans for people with low incomes. Enlarge (credit: Getty Images | Yuichiro Chino) Internet service providers are eager to get money from a $42.45 billion government fund, but.....»»
The struggle to unplug: why Kiwis find it so hard to disconnect from the internet
In an age when connectivity is constant, many New Zealanders find it hard to unplug from the internet. Despite a desire to switch off, the reality of disconnecting is challenging. Soon it might even come at a cost......»»
BIND 9.20 released: Enhanced DNSSEC support, application infrastructure improvements
BIND (Berkeley Internet Name Domain) is an open-source DNS software system with an authoritative server, a recursive resolver, and related utilities. BIND 9.20, a stable branch suitable for production use, has been released. According to the current.....»»
Google just gave up on its proposed makeover of the internet
After year's of planning to join Safari and Firefox, Google puts the brakes on the idea of disabling browser cookies by default. Why?.....»»
Heat-sensitive trees moving uphill due to rising temperatures, study finds
Trees in the Brazilian Atlantic Forest are migrating in search of more favorable temperatures, with species in mountain forests moving uphill to escape rising heat caused by climate change, a new study reveals......»»
The changes in the cyber threat landscape in the last 12 months
When it comes to the cyber threat landscape, change is the only constant: the inevitable interplay between cybercriminals and law enforcement agencies makes it inevitable. Europol’s recently released Internet Organised Crime Threat Assessment (.....»»
WhatsApp wants to bring its AirDrop-like feature to iPhone users
It’s been a while since WhatsApp has been working on a feature to let users share files with others without an internet connection, much like Apple’s AirDrop. While this feature was first being tested on Android, it seems that it will also be ava.....»»
Save up to 45% on the Amazon Fire TV Stick with this Deal
Save up on streaming with this deal on the Amazon Fire Stick! The post Save up to 45% on the Amazon Fire TV Stick with this Deal appeared first on Phandroid. Smart TVs are awesome – they connect to the internet, let you stream shows.....»»
Shuffle Automation: Open-source security automation platform
Shuffle is an open-source automation platform designed by and for security professionals. While security operations are inherently complex, Shuffle simplifies the process. It’s designed to integrate with Managed Security Service Providers (MSSP.....»»
The WiFi adapter that saved my internet is $40 for Prime Day
This Wi-Fi adapter saved me from my internet woes. If you're a Prime member it can be yours for $40......»»
Streaming’s bundling obsession ignores the real problem with subscription costs
Opinion: Subscribers keep paying more and getting the same. Enlarge (credit: Getty) Video streaming providers have a big churn problem. While many streaming companies are not profitable yet, the entire industry is grap.....»»
GlobalSign updates ACME service to simplify domain management
GMO GlobalSign announced updates to its Automated Certificate Management Environment (ACME) service for internal domain certificates, enabling customers to issue GlobalSign IntranetSSL certificates through its ACME service. ACME is an internet protoc.....»»
Record labels sue Verizon for not disconnecting pirates’ Internet service
Lawsuit: One user's IP address was identified in 4,450 infringement notices. Enlarge (credit: Getty Images | Smith Collection/Gado ) Major record labels sued Verizon on Friday, alleging that the Internet service provider.....»»
Supermassive black holes have masses of more than a million suns—but their growth has slowed as the universe has aged
Black holes are remarkable astronomical objects with gravity so strong that nothing, not even light, can escape them. The most gigantic ones, known as "supermassive" black holes, can weigh millions to billions times the mass of the sun......»»
SpaceX rocket accident leaves company"s Starlink satellites in wrong orbit
A SpaceX rocket has failed for the first time in nearly a decade, leaving the company's internet satellites in an orbit so low that they're doomed to fall through the atmosphere and burn up......»»
Surfshark VPN review: Powerful protection and performance with few drawbacks
Surfshark VPN is a powerful, safe, and cost-effective way to protect your online data and life, with only minor drawbacks.Surfshark's interface is similar across all devices for easy multi-platform useEvery computer that connects to the Internet has.....»»
AI"s Energy Demands Are Out of Control. Welcome to the Internet"s Hyper-Consumption Era
Generative artificial intelligence tools, now part of the everyday user experience online, are causing stress on local power grids and mass water evaporation......»»
Feds give $1 billion to GM, Stellantis for EV projects
The Energy Department is giving out $1.7 billion in grants to GM, Stellantis, Volvo Group and several suppliers to help support the industry's EV transition......»»
Prompt Security introduces GenAI security solution for MSSPs
Prompt Security announced its product and go-to-market support for Managed Security Service Providers (MSSPs). This strategic initiative has already resulted in partnerships with MSSPs across Europe, the Middle East, North America, and the Asia-Pacif.....»»