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Wikipedia campaigns for donations, assumes for-profit stance

The ubiquitous non-profit online encyclopedia, Wikipedia, is once again asking its readers to donate. You've likely seen the banners at the top of each page......»»

Category: topSource:  techspotJun 1st, 2021

Deeper down the rabbit hole: How technology conspiracy beliefs emerge and foster a conspiracy mindset

As technology proliferates, misinformation and conspiracy theories seem to flourish. Conspiracy beliefs specifically about technology include popular commercial technologies, such as Amazon Echo and Google Search, as well as non-profit technologies d.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsJul 19th, 2024

Study examines urban forests across the United States

In recent years, tree-planting campaigns have been underway in the United States, especially in cities, as part of climate mitigation efforts......»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsJul 12th, 2024

Jaguar Land Rover will ax five "zero profit" models this year

Jaguar's lineup will be reduced to just one model ahead of the launches of new-generation EVs......»»

Category: topSource:  autonewsRelated NewsJul 12th, 2024

Russia and China are using OpenAI tools to spread disinformation

Iran and Israel have been getting in on the action as well. Enlarge / OpenAI said it was committed to uncovering disinformation campaigns and was building its own AI-powered tools to make detection and analysis "more effective.".....»»

Category: topSource:  arstechnicaRelated NewsMay 31st, 2024

Internet Archive, aka the Wayback Machine, is under sustained DDoS attack

The Internet Archive, best known for its Wayback Machine, says that it has been under a sustained distributed denial-of-service (DDoS) attack for several days. The non-profit says that it is in contact with the attackers, though their motivation is a.....»»

Category: topSource:  marketingvoxRelated NewsMay 29th, 2024

Study uncovers the hidden motive behind US voters" stance on noncitizen voting

The right to vote is a cornerstone of electoral democracy, but a new study suggests that support for this principle often hinges on the perception of who will benefit. The findings shed light on a hotly debated topic of noncitizen voting rights in th.....»»

Category: topSource:  pcmagRelated NewsMay 21st, 2024

Five years on, Carlos Ghosn saga brings Nissan profit boost, new hearing for Greg Kelly

The Carlos Ghosn scandal continues to reverberate, as this month Nissan booked an unexpected profit windfall thanks to a favorable court ruling that followed the stunning corporate saga......»»

Category: topSource:  autonewsRelated NewsMay 20th, 2024

Detecting influence campaigns on X with AI and network science

In the age of generative-AI and large language models (LLMs), massive amounts of inauthentic content can be rapidly broadcasted on social media platforms. As a result, malicious actors are becoming more sophisticated, hijacking hashtags, artificially.....»»

Category: topSource:  pcmagRelated NewsMay 16th, 2024

Ebury botnet compromises 400,000+ Linux servers

ESET researchers released its deep-dive investigation into one of the most advanced server-side malware campaigns. It is still growing and has seen hundreds of thousands of compromised servers in its at least 15-year-long operation. The Ebury group a.....»»

Category: securitySource:  netsecurityRelated NewsMay 16th, 2024

How attackers deliver malware to Foxit PDF Reader users

Threat actors are taking advantage of the flawed design of Foxit PDF Reader’s alerts to deliver malware via booby-trapped PDF documents, Check Point researchers have warned. Exploiting the issue The researchers have analyzed several campaigns u.....»»

Category: securitySource:  netsecurityRelated NewsMay 15th, 2024

"Free" delivery plans can profit both retailers and customers

In March, Target became the latest mega-retailer to offer "free" delivery—for a price. For $99 a year, subscribers to Target Circle 360 can place unlimited orders without having to worry about shipping costs. Target competes with similar plans offe.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsMay 14th, 2024

Profit, rules or values: Skills that lead to success on the labor market

There is no specific set of skills that university graduates need in order to be successful professionally. Rather, the required skills vary according to different areas of the labor market and their specific requirements......»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsMay 13th, 2024

SentinelOne Singularity Cloud Native Security simulates harmless attacks on cloud infrastructure

Attackers are targeting the scope and scale of the cloud to run rapid and coordinated threat campaigns. A new approach is needed to defend against them, and SentinelOne is delivering it with the launch of Singularity Cloud Native Security. A solution.....»»

Category: securitySource:  netsecurityRelated NewsMay 8th, 2024

Apple profits surge as consumers choose pricier iPhone storage options

Amidst plateauing iPhone sales, Apple's enhanced storage upgrade options have emerged as a significant profit driver.Apple profits surge as consumers choose pricier iPhone storage optionsApple has long leveraged the strategy of encouraging iPhone use.....»»

Category: appleSource:  appleinsiderRelated NewsMay 8th, 2024

CEO Koji Sato reloads for long-term growth after leading Toyota to record profit, sales, production

Toyota reports across-the-board record results in its just-ended fiscal-year, but it warns earnings will retreat in the current year......»»

Category: topSource:  autonewsRelated NewsMay 8th, 2024

Toyota CEO Sato leads automaker to record profit, sales, production

Toyota reported record quarterly sales and record profits, but warned earnings will retreat in the current year as it takes a break from hectic expansion and invests in next-generation EVs, software and AI......»»

Category: topSource:  autonewsRelated NewsMay 8th, 2024

F&I gross profit per vehicle down for 5 of 6 public groups in Q1

The retailers pointed to high interest rates again as a major contributor to the declines......»»

Category: topSource:  autonewsRelated NewsMay 7th, 2024

How effective are domestic violence advertising campaigns for preventing violence against women?

Domestic violence is a significant personal, community and social issue attracting much attention......»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsMay 5th, 2024

American Axle Q1 revenue, profit climb

American Axle & Manufacturing increased revenue and profit in the first quarter thanks to steadier production from its customers. Net income swung to a $20.5 million gain from a $5.1 million deficit in the same period last year......»»

Category: topSource:  autonewsRelated NewsMay 4th, 2024

Sony demands PSN accounts for Helldivers 2 PC players, and it’s not going well

A surprise hit, a network with brutal baggage, and the Steam profit paradox. Enlarge / This gear is from the upcoming "Polar Patriots" Premium Warbond in Helldivers 2. It's an upcoming change the developer and publisher likely wi.....»»

Category: topSource:  theglobeandmailRelated NewsMay 4th, 2024