Victoria has implemented all 227 recommendations from its Royal Commission into family violence. So was it a success?
In 2016, the Victorian Royal Commission into Family Violence released its findings following an exhaustive 13-month inquiry. In it were 227 recommendations to completely transform the state's family violence services......»»
Epic must pay $245M after luring customers into "Fortnite" purchases
The Federal Trade Commission has finalized its order to fine Epic Games $245 million over so-called "dark patterns" in "Fortnite," which led players into making unwanted purchases in the game.Epic Games' marketing for its App Store lawsuitOriginally.....»»
Fortnite Chapter 4 Season 2 shows the secret to the shooter’s success
Fortnite Chapter 4 Season 2 shows that the shooter still isn't afraid to change, and that's what makes it special......»»
FCC cracks down on spammy text messages
The Federal Communications Commission is cracking down on spammy text messages with new rules for telecom companies, citing a surge of consumer complaints in recent years tied to unwanted robotexts......»»
Most security pros turn to unauthorized AI tools at work
Security experts are increasingly resorting to unauthorized AI tools, possibly because they are unhappy with the level of automation implemented in their organization’s security operation centers (SOCs), according to a study conducted by Wakefi.....»»
Chinese chipmaking technology development may stall at 40nm scale
With the US looking to broaden its chip tool ban against China with new rules set to be implemented in April, SMIC and other China-based foundries will have to halt the development of their sub-40nm process technologies, according to sources at semic.....»»
FCC orders phone companies to block scam text messages
First robotext rule requires blocking of texts from invalid and unused numbers. Enlarge (credit: Getty Images | B4LLS) The Federal Communications Commission today finalized rules requiring mobile carriers to block robote.....»»
Large language models also work for protein structures
Training on raw protein sequences allows the AI to make inferences about structure. Enlarge (credit: CHRISTOPH BURGSTEDT/SCIENCE PHOTO LIBRARY) The success of ChatGPT and its competitors is based on what's termed emergen.....»»
Does the media propagate stereotypes?
The media have a powerful influence on how people view and treat different groups based on gender and ethnicity, as news stories shape people's stereotypes, beliefs, and ultimately behaviors in areas such as education, family, and politics. It is, th.....»»
Examining young Australians" experiences of identity abuse in family violence
A new Monash University report examines young Victorians' experiences of identity abuse in the context of family violence and finds it often occurs alongside other forms of abuse......»»
Observations investigate long-term behavior of gamma-ray blazar PKS 0402-362
Indian astronomers have analyzed observational data of a gamma-ray blazar known as PKS 0402-362, collected in the timespan of nearly 13 years. The study, published March 7 in the Monthly Notices of the Royal Astronomical Society, provides crucial inf.....»»
NETGEAR launches Nighthawk RS700 WiFi 7 router
With the rise of faster multi-gig internet speeds now available to more and more households, the growing number of connected devices per family and the ever-increasing growth of bandwidth hungry 4K/8K video streaming, HD Zoom calls, hybrid collaborat.....»»
New theory re-ignites debate about identity of Leonardo da Vinci’s mother
Was Caterina a slave kidnapped from the Caucasus region? Enlarge / Presumed self-portrait of Leonardo da Vinci (c. 1510) at the Royal Library of Turin, Italy. (credit: Public domain) Could Leonardo da Vinci's mother, Cat.....»»
FCC officials owned stock in Comcast, Charter, AT&T, and Verizon, watchdog says
US law prohibits FCC employees from owning stock in firms regulated by the agency. Enlarge (credit: Getty Images | SOPA Images) The Federal Communications Commission should be investigated for letting employees own stock.....»»
Study compares NGO communication around migration
Since 1970, the number of people living outside their countries of birth has tripled. Most migrants are looking for work or better economic opportunities. But millions seek to escape violence, persecution or natural disasters. Their integration into.....»»
Wistron boosts sales of high-margin products
Wistron has reported robust sales of high-margin products, a sign of success for the notebook ODM's push into new businesses like GPU servers, automotive devices, industrial PCs, and IoT products......»»
Renesas expands RA MCU family
Renesas Electronics has introduced two new 32-bit RA microcontrollers (MCUs) based on the Arm Cortex-M33 core and Arm TrustZone technology. The new 100-MHz RA4E2 and 200-MHz RA6E2 MCU series are ideal for sensing, gaming, wearables, and other applica.....»»
Shark Tank India: How a start-up in Kashmir is inspiring thousands
FastBeetle's success on Shark Tank India is motivating youngsters in the region to dream big......»»
Warzone 2.0: The best places to land on Ashika Island
Picking the best landing spot on Ashika Island in Warzone 2.0 will set you up for success. These are the best landing spots on Ashika Island......»»
Leaked iPhone 15 board with A17 is a Photoshop fake
With six months before Apple shows off its iPhone 15 family of smartphones, an A17 leak is a quick and low-effort Photoshop edit that Monday's poster stole.Leaks can be poor-quality Photoshop efforts [Source: iFixit. Edited in Pixelmator Pro]Leaks ar.....»»
iPhone 15 models show size differences compared to iPhone 14 cases
A set of 3D-printed mock-ups of the iPhone 15 family seemingly demonstrate that Apple's next set of flagships will not fit into cases meant for the iPhone 14 range.3D-printed models of the iPhone 15 range [Macotakara]Leaks about Apple's upcoming prod.....»»