Over 110 countries support tripling renewables by 2030: EU chief
More than 110 countries want the COP28 climate negotiations to adopt a goal of tripling renewable energy and doubling energy efficiency by 2030, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said Friday......»»
Research shows disproportionate flood exposure for least polluting nations
A study published in Environmental Research Letters has exposed for the first time, how inhabitants of the smallest countries globally, contributing least to climate change, already bear the brunt of its devastating consequences and the burden is lik.....»»
A closer look at the 2023-2030 Australian Cyber Security Strategy
In this Help Net Security video, David Cottingham, CEO of Airlock Digital, discusses the 2023-2030 Australian Cyber Security Strategy and reviews joint and individual cybersecurity efforts, progress, and strategies over the past year. The Australian.....»»
9to5Mac Daily: November 7, 2024 – iCloud glitches, EU investigations
Listen to a recap of the top stories of the day from 9to5Mac. 9to5Mac Daily is available on iTunes and Apple’s Podcasts app, Stitcher, TuneIn, Google Play, or through our dedicated RSS feed for Overcast and other podcast players. Sponsore.....»»
Rivian adds support for Control Center widgets in iOS 18
Following Tesla last month, Rivian is now rolling out support for Control Center widgets for iPhone users running iOS 18. more….....»»
Max needs higher prices, more ads to help support WBD’s flailing businesses
WBD chief hopeful that Trump administration could enable more streaming M&As. Subscribing to the Max streaming service is expected to become more costly in 2025. That could mean.....»»
MultiVersus is underperforming, but Warner Bros. is still focused on IP
Warner Bros. Discovery is tripling down on its IP for its gaming division despite MultiVersus underperforming to the tune of $100 million......»»
Microsoft just learned its lesson about overcharging for AI features
Apple is just getting started with building AI into its various software platforms. However, one of its chief competitors, Microsoft, just learned an important lesson the company could take to heart: most consumers aren’t willing to pay very much f.....»»
New giant particle collider "right option for science": Next CERN chief
The next head of Europe's CERN physics laboratory said Thursday that he favored moving forward with plans for a giant particle collider far more powerful than the collider that discovered the famous "God particle"......»»
Why the "Housing First" approach has struggled to fulfill its promise of ending homelessness
Over the past 15 years, the Housing First approach has gained traction as an evidence-based solution to tackling homelessness in many developed countries, including Canada......»»
Australians who think inequality is high have less faith in democratic institutions, according to study
Central to Australia's cultural and political identity is the notion of a "fair go." But recent elections, including in the United States, have highlighted the challenge of maintaining shared norms and support for institutions when many voters don't.....»»
2024 "virtually certain" to be hottest year on record: EU monitor
This year is "virtually certain" to be the hottest in recorded history with warming above 1.5C, EU climate monitor Copernicus said Thursday, days before nations are due to gather for crunch UN climate talks......»»
Examining how stellar threats impact the habitable zone of exoplanets
When we think of exoplanets that may be able to support life, we home in on the habitable zone. A habitable zone is a region around a star where planets receive enough stellar energy to have liquid surface water. It's a somewhat crude but helpful fir.....»»
Hands on with Belkin"s Vision Pro strap that Apple didn"t want to make
Apple elected not to make a combination strap for Apple Vision Pro that used the solo knit back with an over the head support. Belkin made one instead, and we've got it installed.The new Belkin head strap for Apple Vision ProWell-known accessory make.....»»
Making "stressed" potatoes more climate-resilient
Heat, dry spells and flooding—the whole of nature is under stress, and potatoes are no exception. As a food staple, there is particular interest in getting potatoes fit for the new climate reality. As part of the EU's four-year ADAPT project, an in.....»»
Multi-country study finds significant differences in how poverty is passed from parents to children
Researchers from Stockholm University, Bocconi University, and the Rockwool Foundation have studied poverty's lasting impact across generations in wealthy countries. By examining the United States, Denmark, the United Kingdom, Australia, and Germany,.....»»
EU opens antitrust investigation into key Apple supplier Corning
The European Commission has announced its latest antitrust investigation, and it could once again have an impact on Apple. The EC says it is investigating whether Corning, a key Apple supplier, “may have abused its dominant position on the world.....»»
Authlete 3.0 empowers organizations to improve how they issue and manage user credentials
Authlete launched Authlete 3.0, offering support for OpenID for Verifiable Credential Issuance (OID4VCI). This new capability empowers organizations—including governments, financial institutions, and educational establishments—to revolutionize ho.....»»
Apple could face EU’s first-ever DMA fine as soon as this month
Apple is set to face the first-ever fine under the Digital Markets Act in the EU as soon as this month, Bloomberg reports. The EU initially issued its decision that Apple was in breach of the DMA in June. more….....»»
An Upcoming RCS Feature Might Finally Bring Better-resolution Photo Sharing
Original quality photos, anyone? The post An Upcoming RCS Feature Might Finally Bring Better-resolution Photo Sharing appeared first on Phandroid. While RCS’ support for high-quality photos and videos has been around for some time no.....»»
EU might fine Apple for failure to comply with DMA, for real this time
The European Union's Digital Markets Act may lead to the first fine against Apple after repeated failed attempts to comply with the word and spirit of the law.EU could fine Apple soon over failure to comply with DMAApple has had a tough time trying t.....»»