When the economic tide goes out, we’ll see which VCs are naked
Hello and welcome back to Equity, TechCrunch’s venture capital-focused podcast, where we unpack the numbers behind the headlines. This week we were back to full strength, with Danny Natasha and Alex joined by Chris to chat through the latest ve.....»»
Climate change likely led to violence in early Andean populations
Climate change in current times has created problems for humans such as wildfires and reduced growing seasons for staple crops, spilling over into economic effects. Many researchers predict, and have observed in published literature, an increase in i.....»»
Cyber debt levels reach tipping point
The tension between difficult economic conditions and the pace of technology innovation, including the evolution of AI, is influencing the growth of identity-led cybersecurity exposure, according to CyberArk. The CyberArk’s report details how t.....»»
When local economic inequality is high, the rich tend to be more generous
Rich individuals living in communities with greater levels of economic inequality tend to be more generous with charitable giving and prosocial behaviors, according to a study published in PLoS ONE by Joel H. Suss from the London School of Economics.....»»
Extreme weather killed 195,000 in Europe since 1980
Extreme weather conditions in Europe have killed almost 195,000 people and caused economic losses of more than 560 billion euros since 1980, the European Environment Agency said Wednesday......»»
Enhancing security team capabilities in tough economic times
According to ESG, 70% of cybersecurity pros expect budget cuts or freezes this year, which, in turn, will trigger project delays and greater vendor scrutiny. Understaffing and low budgets are ever-present challenges, but security teams are uniquely a.....»»
Light pollution confuses a color-changing coastal woodlouse, new research shows
The sea slater is an inch-long woodlouse that lives around the high-tide line and is common in the UK and Europe. Sea slaters forage at night and can change color to blend in and conceal themselves from predators......»»
New study reveals alarmingly massive economic costs of biological invasions to the European Union
Biological invasions are a major threat to ecosystems, biodiversity, and human well-being, resulting in ecosystem degradation and causing economic costs in the multi-trillions of euros globally......»»
Failings of California"s Cap and Trade Program revealed in new analysis
California's Cap and Trade Program does not achieve its twin goal of reducing carbon emissions while allowing for economic growth, according to a pioneering new study......»»
9 Best Solar Atomic Watches Right Now
Time and tide wait for none, and neither should your watch. This accessory is more than a utility at the moment – it’s a fashion statement. In an age where wristwatches encapsulate your style and add to your looks, the last thing you want is.....»»
The Best Thin Cases I Actually Use With My Galaxy S23
Something weird has happened in recent years – I’ve become a case fan. I know, it’s probably weird to hear me admit that. But after spending the better part of a decade keeping my smartphones naked, the designs of smartphones have t.....»»
Demand for improved resiliency and automation to drive European software market growth until 2027, says IDC
The European software market grew 15% on year in 2022 despite economic turbulence and global instability. This represented the highest growth in the last 20 years, demonstrating the resiliency of demand for software in the face of major macroeconomic.....»»
Inventories continue steady rise despite healthy sales
New-vehicle inventories continue to tick up as sales pace hits highest pace of the year despite economic headwinds......»»
Europeans reluctant to de-risk from "partner" China, survey says
Most Europeans consider China a key economic partner despite seeing limits to the relationship, according to a survey that comes as the bloc tries to find a safe way to engage with Beijing......»»
CIOs prioritize new technologies over tech stack optimization
Despite economic headwinds and IT budget challenges, the world’s CIOs are bullish about the power of technology to deliver value for their organizations, according to Lenovo. Innovation investment concerns among CIOs Despite their optimism, the ris.....»»
Top factors driving enterprise demand for new cybersecurity technology
Despite prevailing economic headwinds, the market for cybersecurity products and services remains buoyant, according to CCgroup. The study found that 78% of enterprises in the U.S. and 58% in the UK have increased cybersecurity investment in the last.....»»
Superlubricity coating could reduce economic losses from friction and wear
Scientists at the Department of Energy's Oak Ridge National Laboratory have invented a coating that could dramatically reduce friction in common load-bearing systems with moving parts, from vehicle drive trains to wind and hydroelectric turbines. It.....»»
First five years crucial for refugee success, study suggests
The economic situation of 24,894 people from refugee backgrounds who came to New Zealand between 1997 and 2020 is the focus of the first paper in an ongoing study from the Center for Asia Pacific Refugee Studies (CAPRS) at the University of Auckland......»»
Dealers happy with market, but interest rates weigh
The survey gauges U.S. dealer feelings about aspects of their dealership, including inventory, staffing and general economic conditions......»»
How activity in outer space will affect regional inequalities in the future
Science fiction has always been a tool for processing life on Earth. Norwegian sci-fi expert Karl Kristian Swane Bambini has said that the space-bound genre is well placed to "interrogate and reimagine real-world economic disparities"......»»
Social media posts can be used to track individuals" income and economic inequalities
Striking differences in the content shared by people who live in wealthier versus poorer neighborhoods has led researchers to believe that our general online posting activity, beyond Nextdoor, can reveal our socioeconomic status, making user profilin.....»»