Wistron NeWeb, Arcadyan see easing of component shortages in 3Q21
Some networking device makers, including Wistron NeWeb and Arcadyan Technology, have said the shortages of some parts and components currently affecting the production of networking devices may ease a bit in third quarter 2021......»»
Devastatingly low Antarctic sea ice may be the "new abnormal," study warns
For most of us, Antarctic sea ice is an abstraction—something far away we may have seen on a documentary. But the radiant white sheets of ice floating on the seas around the snowy continent are a crucial component of Earth's climate processes......»»
Chrome zero-day exploited in the wild, patch now! (CVE-2023-4863)
Google has rolled out a security update for a critical Chrome zero-day vulnerability (CVE-2023-4863) exploited in the wild. About the vulnerability (CVE-2023-4863) CVE-2023-4863 is a critical heap buffer overflow vulnerability in the component that h.....»»
BA.2.86 fears fizzle as other variants drive up hospitalizations, deaths
Three preliminary studies suggest BA.2.86 may not be the scary subvariant some feared. Enlarge (credit: Getty | Justin Sullivan) Concern over the highly evolved omicron subvariant BA.2.86 is easing as the first batch of.....»»
The latest numbers on the microchip shortage: Most cuts in Asia
Microchip shortages continued to trip up automakers in China and Asian markets outside of China......»»
Rivian"s new Enduro motor helps get the EV startup back on track
The Enduro motor opened up possibilities for Rivian, which had been struggling with supply chain shortages and elevated manufacturing costs at its Illinois factory......»»
Cybersecurity experts say the west has failed to learn lessons from Ukraine
US and its allies struggle to copy Kyiv’s collaborative efforts. Enlarge / Viktor Zhora from Ukraine’s information protection service, says cyber has become a major component of hybrid warfare. (credit: Dragonflypd.com/Black.....»»
Climate poses "high risk" for Europe"s ski resorts
At current rates of greenhouse gas emissions, which would see Earth's surface warm nearly three degrees Celsius above pre-industrial levels, 90 percent of Europe's ski resorts will eventually face critical shortages of natural snow, researchers said.....»»
iPhone 15 Pro Max not shipping until October says analyst
The iPhone 15 Pro Max could face delays thanks to Sony failing to supply the needed image sensor component for the flagship's new periscope camera in time.iPhone 15 Pro MaxApple is expected to announce the iPhone 15 lineup during a September event. T.....»»
Adderall Shortages Are Dragging On—Can Video Games Help?
People with ADHD have been dealing with a stimulant shortage in the US for almost a year. Some researchers say digital therapeutics could help fill the gap......»»
Bigger and better quantum computers are possible with new ion trap dubbed the Enchilada
Sandia National Laboratories has produced its first lot of a new world-class ion trap, a central component for certain quantum computers. The new device, dubbed the Enchilada Trap, enables scientists to build more powerful machines to advance the exp.....»»
The OnePlus Ace 2 Pro will Pack an Insane Amount of RAM
The component is is reportedly made by SK Hynix, a South Korean manufacturer. As OnePlus draws nearer and nearer to launching the OnePlus Ace 2 Pro, we’ve seen more details about the phone pop up online. With that being said, the comp.....»»
Aptiv expects semiconductor prices to remain high
While supply-chain challenges are easing, Aptiv is still concerned that high prices of certain parts will decrease profits......»»
Advancing 2D materials: Achieving the goal with UV-assisted atomic layer deposition
In 2004, the public first became acquainted with graphene- a remarkably thin, flexible, and electrically conductive material possessing considerable strength. However, harnessing graphene's potential as a component has presented numerous challenges......»»
TSMC concerned over labor shortages for new plant in Germany
As Apple's processor supplier TSMC nears completion on its Arizona iPhone plant, it is expected to begin work on a German one — but doubts there is a sufficient labor force there.Workers outside a TSMC plantTSMC bosses have previously blamed a lack.....»»
Zoom CISO Michael Adams discusses cybersecurity threats, solutions, and the future
In this Help Net Security interview, we delve into the world of cybersecurity with Michael Adams, the CISO at Zoom. Adams analyzes how organizations grapple with the effects of workforce shortages and remote work complications, offering insights into.....»»
Qualcomm chip sales down 25 percent, plans layoffs
Qualcomm doesn't expect a recovery next quarter, either. Enlarge (credit: Qualcomm) Smartphone sales are down across the board, and that means component vendors like Qualcomm are also feeling the heat. The company's Q3.....»»
Raspberry Pi availability is visibly improving after years of shortages
1 million Pi models a month are being made until supplies return to normal. Enlarge / Pis at the factory. (credit: Raspberry Pi) Raspberry Pi CEO Eben Upton has been saying for months that 2023 would be a "recovery year".....»»
Gentex profits surge in Q2 as component shortages ease
Gentex's earnings are generally considered a quarterly predictor for other suppliers' results......»»
Bio-reactivity of refractory humic-like dissolved organic matter found to increase in energy-limiting deep-sea sediments
Humic-like dissolved organic matter (DOM) is a major component of DOM in marine sediment pore waters. It is usually regarded as refractory for their complex molecular structures and long residence time in natural environments. However, its bio-reacti.....»»
A butterfly"s first flight inspires a new way to produce force and electricity
The wings of a butterfly are made of chitin, an organic polymer that is the main component of the shells of arthropods like crustaceans and other insects. As a butterfly emerges from its cocoon in the final stage of metamorphosis, it will slowly unfo.....»»