Senator tries to block Frontier’s FCC funding, citing ISP’s various failures
Senator: Frontier mismanaged previous funds and shouldn’t get new gigabit money. Enlarge / A Frontier Communications service van. (credit: Mike Mozart / Flickr) A Republican US senator from West Virginia has asked the government to block bro.....»»
Is AI the next frontier of cloud vendor lock-in?
Is AI the next frontier of cloud vendor lock-in?.....»»
The Next Frontier for mRNA Could Be Healing Damaged Organs
Researchers are testing the use of mRNA to get damaged livers to repair themselves, in a move that could one day lessen the need for organ transplants......»»
Microsoft will try the data-scraping Windows Recall feature again in October
Initial Recall preview was lambasted for obvious privacy and security failures. Enlarge / The Recall feature provides a timeline of screenshots and a searchable database of text, thoroughly tracking everything about a person's PC.....»»
Google Photos getting new feature to hide those painful memories
It seems that Google Photos is getting a new feature that lets you block a person’s face from the memories carousel feature. The post Google Photos getting new feature to hide those painful memories appeared first on Phandroid. One of th.....»»
Upcoming WhatsApp feature blocks messages from unknown accounts
If you use WhatsApp, chances are you’ve received messages from unknown accounts, but a new feature will help block them. The post Upcoming WhatsApp feature blocks messages from unknown accounts appeared first on Phandroid. If you’re on.....»»
Ford recalls more than 90,000 police Explorers over engine fire risks
Immediate cause of failures remains unclear; Ford expects to have remedy parts by 2025......»»
Facing “financial crisis,” Russia on pace for lowest launch total in 6 decades
"This forces us to build a new economy in severe conditions." Enlarge / A Soyuz 2.1b rocket booster with a Frigate upper stage block, the Meteor-M 2-1 meteorological satellite, and 18 small satellites launched from the Vostochny.....»»
Federal investigation of Tesla suspension failure ends with recommendation
There have been hundreds of Tesla Model S and Model X front suspension failures. Enlarge / For years, Tesla used front suspension fore links that can fail in use. (credit: Jasper Juinen/Bloomberg via Getty Images) The Na.....»»
ISPs worry that killing FCC net neutrality rules will come back to haunt them
Telcos want it both ways, urging SCOTUS to block federal rules and state laws. Enlarge (credit: Getty Images | Matt Anderson Photography) ISPs asked the US Supreme Court to strike down a New York law that requires broadb.....»»
Federal Tesla suspension failure investigation ends with recommendation
There have been hundreds of Tesla Model S and Model X front suspension failures. Enlarge / For years, Tesla used front suspension fore links that can fail in use. (credit: Jasper Juinen/Bloomberg via Getty Images) The Na.....»»
Browser backdoors: Securing the new frontline of shadow IT
Browser extensions are a prime target for cybercriminals. And this isn’t just a consumer problem – it’s a new frontier in enterprises’ battle against shadow IT. Ultimately, more extension permissions result in potentially bigger attack su.....»»
Tick-borne red meat allergy prevented in mice through new nanoparticle treatment
Nanoparticles delivered intravenously in mice can block the allergic reactions to red meat caused by the bite of the lone star tick, new research led by the University of Michigan shows......»»
Study examines how financial disclosure policy affects firms" innovation strategy
If companies in sectors like pharmaceuticals or technology could keep early failures private, would that encourage more innovation and long-term success?.....»»
Aurora raises nearly $500 million more for self-driving technology efforts
Self-driving technology companies continue to suck up cash with Aurora, Cruise and Waymo getting more funding......»»
Nissan Frontier dials up utility with midcycle update
The 2025 Nissan Frontier arrives in stores in early September. Pricing was not disclosed......»»
Apple files motion to dismiss DOJ antitrust lawsuit, citing harm to innovation and user experience
Apple has officially filed a motion to dismiss the Department of Justice’s antitrust lawsuit filed in May. Apple argues the case should be dismissed because the DOJ’s lawsuit does not meet the legal standards required to prove a violation of Sect.....»»
Apple trying to pressure WeChat into blocking a payment loophole; developer refusing
Apple is trying to pressure WeChat – the world’s most popular app – into blocking a payment loophole for in-app purchases. If app owner Tencent fails to comply, Apple says it would block essential updates. The report says the same threat was.....»»
9to5Mac Daily: August 2, 2024 – AAPL Q3 2024 earnings
On today’s episode of 9to5Mac Daily, we discuss Apple reporting record Q3 2024 earnings. We also cover Apple’s motion to dismiss the DOJ antitrust lawsuit, citing harm to innovation and user experience. Additionally, we highlight the corroborated.....»»
How America"s elites may hold the key to lowering murder rates
New crime laws, police funding and similar efforts may have some effect on homicide rates in the United States—but the biggest impact will come from the actions of our political and economic elites......»»
Washington State creates instant rebate program for EVs
The Washington State Department of Commerce said there is $45 million in funding available, via the state's general fund, which it anticipates covering 7,500 to 9,000 rebates......»»