Tough nut to crack: UK mulls contraceptives for grey squirrels
They have been the scourge of trees and the native red squirrel in Britain since their introduction from the United States in the 1870s......»»
Top Toyota supplier Denso mulls $3B chip unit spinoff
Denso, whose chips go into automotive parts that it sells to carmakers or other suppliers, will consider whether the semiconductor division is better positioned outside of the company......»»
This Acer Predator gaming laptop is $400 off — but hurry!
It can be tough to know which gaming machine to get, which is why we wanted to share this offer we found at Walmart! Get this Acer Predator for $400 off!.....»»
Pentagon"s New AI Chief Vows to Crack "Bureaucratic Inertia" on Tech Advances
The Pentagon's new head of artificial intelligence wants to speed up technological modernization after an onslaught of what he calls "valid" criticism from recently departed senior leaders who expressed frustration at slow progress. From a report: Cr.....»»
What do military drop test certifications really mean?
The nightmare of a shattered smartphone screen is all too real, but can a tough case really protect it? We investigate smartphone case testing standards......»»
Toyota mulls a compact pickup. But there"s a catch ...
An antithetical bit of emissions regulations might actually make it harder for the Japanese automaker to leap back into the compact pickup segment it once dominated......»»
Tech Experts Urge Washington To Resist Crypto Industry"s Influence
A group of renowned technologists has joined forces to urge US lawmakers to crack down on the burgeoning cryptocurrencies industry, marking the first concerted effort to counter well-financed lobbying by blockchain companies. From a report: Harvard l.....»»
Foxconn chairman highlights tough task promoting MIH EV platform
Marking the third anniversary of his appointment as Hon Hai (Foxconn) chairman on May 31, Young-Way Liu said promoting Foxconn's MIH Consortium in Taiwan has not been an easy task......»»
New artificial enzyme breaks down tough, woody lignin: Study shows promise for developing a new renewable energy source
A new artificial enzyme has shown it can chew through lignin, the tough polymer that helps woody plants hold their shape. Lignin also stores tremendous potential for renewable energy and materials......»»
Mysterious ancient giant eggs Down Under laid by Aussie “demon ducks of doom”
Overharvesting of eggs may have led to the extinction of these large flightless birds Enlarge / Detail from an illustration of Genyornis (aka the "Demon Duck of Doom") not looking so tough as it is chased from its nest by a Megalania l.....»»
"Tough To Forge" Digital Driver"s License is Easy To Forge
An anonymous reader shares a report: In late 2019, the government of New South Wales in Australia rolled out digital driver's licenses. The new licenses allowed people to use their iPhone or Android device to show proof of identity and age during roa.....»»
“Tough to forge” digital driver’s license is… easy to forge
A litany of security flaws allows forgeries that are easy, quick, and cheap. Enlarge (credit: Service NSW) In late 2019, the government of New South Wales in Australia rolled out digital driver's licenses. The new licenses all.....»»
“Tough to forge” digital driver’s license… is easy to forge
A litany of security flaws allows forgeries that are easy, quick, and cheap. Enlarge (credit: Service NSW) In late 2019, the government of New South Wales in Australia rolled out digital driver's licenses. The new licenses all.....»»
European Union looks to block Apple’s hardware ‘gatekeeping’
New legislation by the European Union puts Apple in a tough spot as the company will be forced to share previously exclusive hardware and software frameworks......»»
Quanta mulls relocating MacBook production to Chongqing plant
Quanta Computer is mulling the feasibility of relocating production of Apple's MacBook Pros to its plant in Chongqing, southwestern China, as output at its Shanghai plant in the eastern region of the country continues to be constrained by lockdown re.....»»
Samsung reportedly mulls new AP series for flagship smartphones
Samsung Electronics is reportedly mulling developing a new application processor series exclusively for its flagship smartphones, while having its existing Exynos chip series power midrange and entry-level phone models for other brands, according to.....»»
Biden warns of "another tough hurricane season" this year
President Joe Biden warned Wednesday that the country will likely see "another tough hurricane season" this year, and he pledged that his administration was prepared to respond to the storms and help Americans recover from them......»»
World"s tallest building engulfed as Mideast sandstorms hit UAE
The world's tallest building disappeared behind a grey layer of dust on Wednesday as sandstorms that have swept the Middle East hit the United Arab Emirates, prompting weather and traffic warnings......»»
Hong Kong Considers Blocking Telegram As Part of Crackdown On Doxing
Hong Kong is planning a ban on the Telegram messaging service, which is widely used by pro-democracy activists. International Business Times reports: Local media reported that the ban on Telegram was being considered as a means to crack down on rampa.....»»
Why EV startups are facing a cash squeeze
After the SPACs boom on Wall Street, companies are having a tough time finding cash to actually produce cars......»»
Sandstorm blankets Saudi capital in grey haze
A sandstorm engulfed Saudi Arabia's capital and other regions of the desert kingdom Tuesday, hampering visibility and slowing road traffic......»»