UN commission calls for closing the gender digital divide
The U.N.'s premiere global body fighting for gender equality on Saturday called for wide-ranging efforts to close the gap between men and women in today's technology-driven world and urged zero tolerance for gender-based violence and harassment onlin.....»»
Vintage digicams aren’t just a fad. They’re an artistic statement.
In the age of AI images, some photographers are embracing the quirky flaws of vintage digital cameras. Today’s young adults grew up in a time when their childhoods were document.....»»
Devolver Digital announces 3 game delays the only way it knows how
Devolver Digital has a brand, and that brand is announcing game delays with a fake awards show......»»
Boox Go 10.3 review: An e-ink iPad alternative, designed for productivity
The Boox Go 10.3 is a great e-ink tablet for those who embrace digital minimalism or want to try e-ink for more than a reader.Boox Go 10.3 reviewE-ink tablets are better for your eyes, have increased battery life, and are usually much lighter than th.....»»
FTC expresses concern about software updates for smart devices
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has expressed concern over lack of manufacturer commitment to software updates for smart devices, citing the risk that security flaws won’t be fixed, or that products will cease to function altogether. This ech.....»»
ISPs offer such excellent customer service they don’t need regulating, say ISPs
The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) last month announced a review of the customer service offered by ISPs (internet service providers), stating that this was often so poor it made it hard for consumers to switch providers. But ISPs have re.....»»
Take control of your digital footprint with DeleteMe and regain your privacy
If you want to take control of your digital footprint and recover some semblance of privacy consider using DeleteMe and remove it from data brokers......»»
Apple @ Work Podcast: Digital signage on Apple TV check-in
Apple @ Work is exclusively brought to you by Mosyle, the only Apple Unified Platform. Mosyle is the only solution that integrates in a single professional-grade platform all the solutions necessary to seamlessly and automatically deploy, manage & p.....»»
NFL"s Gronk calls Apple his best-ever investment
Famed tight end Rob Gronkowski made millions from his NFL years but the best investment return he saw was from Apple stock he forgot he'd bought.Rob Gronkowski — image source: Wiki CommonsApple has tried — and failed — to invest in the NFL thro.....»»
Are any of Apple’s official MagSafe accessories worth buying?
When MagSafe was introduced, it promised an accessories revolution. Meh. When Apple introduced what it currently calls MagSafe in 2020, its marketing messaging suggested that the.....»»
Google is "three times a monopolist" says DOJ in anti-trust lawsuit
The DOJ said that Google "rigged" ad auctions in a way that hurt the competition in its closing arguments at an antitrust trial, but it isn't clear how the US District Court Judge will rule.The DOJ has accused Google of being a monopoly in the advert.....»»
Music by homegrown artists much less likely to feature in Australian Top 100 charts since arrival of digital streaming
Music by local artists has appeared far less often in the Australian charts since worldwide streaming services began, a new study, published in the International Journal of Music Research, finds. The study, which looked at local and international art.....»»
Gamified investing apps are becoming more popular—but can be risky for young investors
Gamification is rapidly reshaping how people consume information and engage with the world. It uses strategies such as clear goals, instant rewards and engaging visuals to make everyday tasks more enjoyable, often in a digital setting......»»
Apple’s plans for a Siri evolution keep getting pushed into the future
Apple is reportedly working on the next big digital assistant evolution with what it calls LLM Siri. But the upgrade will take its own sweet time to arrive......»»
Elizabeth Warren calls for crackdown on Internet “monopoly” you’ve never heard of
Senator wants to investigate whether VeriSign is ripping off customers and violating antitrust laws. US Senator Elizabeth Warren of Massachusetts and Congressman Jerry Nadler of N.....»»
Tap to Pay on iPhone, Apple Watch arrives in New Zealand
Apple has now brought its Tap to Pay easy-payment technology to New Zealand. Merchants can now use an iPhone or Apple Watch to accept payments from contactless debit and credit cards, Apple Pay, or other digital wallets.Merchants can use iPhones to a.....»»
Scientists develop method "tetraplex digital PCR assay" for detecting DNA of invasive snakes in Florida
Scientists at the University of Florida have developed a pioneering tool to bolster Florida's defenses against invasive species: a DNA-based environmental monitoring test that can pinpoint where they've been, aiding eradication efforts......»»
Wealthy nations offer $250 bn on climate but pressed for more
Wealthy nations on Friday offered $250 billion a year to help poorer nations hit hardest by global warming but faced immediate calls led by Africa to give more as UN climate negotiations extended into overtime......»»
Piedmont power line plan: Environmental groups worry of "unintended consequences"
On Nov 20 some Maryland environmental groups formally entered the fray over the Piedmont power line proposal, issuing a letter that calls for the project to receive a stringent environmental review through a federal law......»»
FCC chairwoman announces departure, paving way for Republican majority
Rosenworcel had to lead agency without Democratic majority for most of her term. Federal Communications Commission Chairwoman Jessica Rosenworcel announced today that she will lea.....»»
Math-selective US universities reduce gender gap in STEM fields, analysis finds
Nationally, men in colleges and universities currently outpace women in earning physics, engineering, and computer science (PECS) degrees by an approximate ratio of 4:1. To better understand the factors driving these gaps, NYU researchers analyzed ba.....»»