Tap Network raises $4M for its customizable rewards program
Tap Network is providing a new approach to loyalty rewards programs that it describes as “rewards as a service.” You may recognize the Tap Network name, as well as its co-founder and CEO Lin Dai, from Hooch, a startup that offered a drink.....»»
Massive China-state IoT botnet went undetected for four years—until now
75% of infected devices were located in homes and offices in North America and Europe. Enlarge (credit: Getty Images) The FBI has dismantled a massive network of compromised devices that Chinese state-sponsored hackers.....»»
New analysis indicates UK hunting trophies law would cause more harm than good
Researchers led by the University of Oxford's Department of Biology and the Oxford Martin Program on Wildlife Trade have reported findings from a study into the UK's role in the international hunting trophy trade in the journal Conservation Science a.....»»
Why Is It So Much Harder for NASA to Send People to the Moon Now Than It Was during the Apollo Era?
NASA's Artemis moon program faces challenges the Apollo missions never did.....»»
The Next President Should End NASA’s Space Launch System Rocket
Rather than building an obsolescent, obscenely-over-budget jumbo rocket, NASA should turn to building truly innovative space technologies and plan a realistic lunar landing program.....»»
Google updates Search widget on iPhone with customizable shortcuts, like Gemini
The Search widget offered by the Google app on iPhone and iPad now offers customizable shortcuts, including to Gemini. more….....»»
Snap charges $99/month to develop for its new AR Spectacles and Snap OS
Today alongside big updates to the Snapchat app, Snap unveiled its newest AR Spectacles and launched the Snap OS software platform. These product announcements sought to excite the development community. Joining Snap’s developer program is going to.....»»
Hydden raises $4.4 million to improve identity security
Hydden announced that it has closed $4.4 million in seed funding led by Access Venture Partners. Other investors include Lockstep, the venture fund of CISOs Rinki Sethi and Lucas Moody, Service Provider Capital, and several cybersecurity angel invest.....»»
Intezer raises $33 million to further develop its AI-based security operations solution
Intezer announced that it has raised $33 million in Series C funding, bringing its total capital raised to $60 million. The funding round was led by Norwest Venture Partners, with participation from all existing investors, including Intel Capital, Op.....»»
Verimatrix XTD Network Monitoring provides real-time detection of malicious activities
Verimatrix intoduced its Verimatrix XTD Network Monitoring feature, expanding its suite of application cybersecurity solutions to combat evolving network-related threats. Verimatrix XTD has long been at the forefront of identifying and neutralizing m.....»»
Critical VMware vCenter Server bugs fixed (CVE-2024-38812)
Broadcom has released fixes for two vulnerabilities affecting VMware vCenter Server that can be triggered by sending a specially crafted network packet, and could lead to remote code execution (CVE-2024-38812) or privilege escalation (CVE-2024-38813).....»»
Tesla’s Superchargers open up to GM EVs today—adapters needed
The adapter will cost $225. Enlarge / The Hummer EV and its gargantuan 205 kWh pack is among the GM EVs that gain access to the Tesla Supercharger network today. (credit: GMC) Starting today, electric vehicles made by Ge.....»»
What is ESPN+? Live sports and more you can’t get anywhere else
ESPN Plus offers so much more than the mainstream sports and shows on the cable network. Here's everything you need to know about the streaming service......»»
Google’s Find My Device app is copying a helpful iPhone feature
Google’s Find My Device network may soon include a crucial feature that Apple added to the iPhone in 2023......»»
Scientists from 33 European countries join forces to generate reference genomes for the continent"s biological diversity
In a new publication, the European Reference Genome Atlas (ERGA) announces the success of its pilot project. This initiative assembled a large collaborative network of scientists and institutions across 33 countries to produce high-quality reference.....»»
Widgetsmith updated for iOS 18 with aesthetic new ‘Actions’ system
Widgetsmith, everyone’s favorite aesthetic app, is getting a big update today to take advantage of iOS 18. As detailed in a blog post, Widgetsmith 7 “takes device customization to all-new levels.” The update focuses on new customizable Actions.....»»
iOS 18 is here, and it’s Apple’s most personal iPhone update yet
iOS 18 is now rolling out to everyone. The update includes major new Home Screen customization features, a completely redesigned Photos app, and more. In many ways, iOS 18 is Apple’s most customizable update for iPhone users yet. Head below for.....»»
Iran says new research satellite launched into orbit
Iran on Saturday blasted a new research satellite into orbit, state media said, in the latest such development for an aerospace program that has long faced Western criticism......»»
Indie App Spotlight: ‘CardPointers’ latest update makes tracking credit card rewards easier than ever
Welcome to Indie App Spotlight. This is a weekly 9to5Mac series where we showcase the latest apps in the indie app world. If you’re a developer and would like your app featured, get in contact. CardPointers helps users maximize their credi.....»»
Researchers develop novel covalent organic frameworks for precise cancer treatment delivery
A team of researchers at NYU Abu Dhabi (NYUAD), led by Program Head of Chemistry Ali Trabolsi, have developed nanoscale covalent organic frameworks (nCOFs), crystalline organic polymers that have been modified with peptides to treat the most aggressi.....»»
Ford, utility team up to pay EV owners for using less power
Ford is the first automaker to participate in a Southern California Edison program that pays customers $1 per kilowatt-hour in reduced usage during periods of peak demand......»»