SoftBank deepens commitment to LatAm with two new partners focused on early-stage investing
In March 2019, SoftBank Group International made headlines when it announced the SoftBank Innovation Fund, which started out with a $2 billion commitment to invest in tech startups in Latin America. A lot has changed since then. SoftBank changed the.....»»
Bloomberg: New iPad Pro and iPad Air updates expected in ‘early May’
Apple is planning to release its new iPad Pro and iPad Air models in “early May,” according to a new report from Bloomberg. The news comes as Apple’s “overseas suppliers have ramped up production” of the new devices. more….....»»
iOS 18 Beta Release Date: How to Start Preparing
The iOS 18 beta release date is getting closer and some iPhone users might want to start doing early prep right now. Apple will confirm iOS 18 during its WWDC 2024 keynote address in June. Rumors suggest it will be a substantial upgrade for iPhone us.....»»
Apple’s new iPad Pro and iPad Air just got delayed
Apple is reportedly eyeing an early May launch for its new iPad Pro and Air models. It is adding a new size, fresh accessories, and the M3 silicon into the mix......»»
Progress and challenges on the road to net zero: Q&A
In early March, after years of deliberations, the Securities and Exchange Commission announced a new reporting requirement for U.S.-based public companies. Beginning in 2025, companies that meet a certain threshold of market value will be required by.....»»
The lyrebird synchronizes elements of its mating dance
To woo a mate, the Albert's lyrebird of Australia first chooses a stage of entangled vines, then in performance he shakes the vines as part of his courtship footwork, synchronizing each shake with the beat of his striking song, according to new resea.....»»
Small satellite launch advances comms experimentation, international collaboration
In the dark, early morning sky of March 21 over NASA's Wallops Island Flight Facility on the Virginia coast, a Rocket Lab Electron rocket carried a National Reconnaissance Office (NRO) manifest featuring three collaborative research missions into low.....»»
Attitudes to adulthood are shifting as traditional milestones become out of reach, new study finds
According to the study, people aged 18–30 have the most negative attitudes towards adulthood, which could be due to them spending their early adult years struggling to "get ahead" amid the challenges of a pandemic and cost of living crisis......»»
AppViewX partners with Fortanix to address critical enterprise security challenges
AppViewX and Fortanix announced a partnership to offer cloud-delivered secure digital identity management and code signing. Together the companies make it easy to address critical enterprise security challenges with comprehensive, robust and scalable.....»»
Questionable iPhone Fold rumor pushes release into early 2027
A questionable rumor source claims Apple's iPhone Fold could arrive in 2027, adding more fuel to allegations that the hinged smartphone has been delayed further into the future.A render of a possible folding Apple deviceRecent reports paved the way f.....»»
Ford, GM divert shipments as Baltimore bridge collapse upends supplies
“It’s too early to say what impact this incident will have on the auto business, but there will certainly be a disruption," said John Bozzella, CEO of the Alliance for Automotive Innovation......»»
Solar eclipse could scramble bird behavior
On April 8, the shadow of a total solar eclipse will race across North America. At the same time, researchers from the Cornell Lab of Ornithology and partners will be hurrying to measure the impact of daytime darkness on the movements of birds, bats,.....»»
Elephant hunting by early humans may explain proximity between extensive Paleolithic stone quarries and water sources
Archaeologists from Tel Aviv University have uncovered the mystery surrounding extensive Paleolithic stone quarrying and tool-making sites: Why did Homo erectus repeatedly revisit the very same locations for hundreds of thousands of years? The answer.....»»
Apple teases ‘Absolutely Incredible’ AI-focused WWDC
Apple officially set the dates for WWDC 2024 today, revealing that the event will take place from June 10 through June 14. As if there were any doubts that artificial intelligence will be a key part of WWDC this year, Apple’s marketing boss Greg Jo.....»»
Apple Watch watchOS 11: What to Know Right Now
Apple’s hard at work on a new watchOS 11 update for Apple Watch and today we want to give users an early look at what we know and what we expect. As we push into 2024, we’ve heard quite a bit about iOS 18 for iPhone and a bit about macOS.....»»
Early spring, earlier nesting birds
Did spring arrive early this year? Some people think so. Apparently, some birds do, too. The NestWatch project at the Cornell Lab of Ornithology documents when and where birds are nesting......»»
Swimlane partners with Dragos to automate threat detection across both IT and OT environments
Swimlane announced a partnership with Dragos. Through the partnership, the companies are offering a new integration between Swimlane Turbine and the Dragos Platform that enables customers to automate threat detection and enrichment across both IT and.....»»
Accelerating China"s transition to carbon neutrality and clean air
China's commitment to achieving carbon neutrality by 2060 necessitates significant transformations across its economic landscape. Concurrently, air pollution remains a pressing issue, affecting millions and necessitating urgent action. Recognizing th.....»»
Reddit share value 86% up on IPO price; may be good sign for tech sector
Redditors who took advantage of their privileged access to stock ahead of the IPO have seen Reddit share value rocket from $34 to $59.80 by yesterday’s close – an 86% increase. Early private investors have seen even greater returns, with OpenA.....»»
Here’s more confirmation that 2024 will be a slow year for Macs
A new road map from a research firm indicates that the Apple M4 chip could launch in early 2025 to compete with offerings from Intel and Qualcomm.....»»
Parents who believe their children can have a better future are more likely to read and play with them
Every day, a small group of women make their way through the community of Sweetwaters, near the South African city of Pietermaritzburg, with bags of toys and books. They work as home mentors supporting families who signed up for an early childhood de.....»»