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New York vows to keep trying after Orwellian facial recognition program fails
New York Governor Andrew Cuomo’s driver recognition pilot program has yielded perfect results: it works zero percent of the time. Congratulations would be in order, but despite this fantastic failure the state intends to continue building it’s privacy-smashing facial recognition program. дальше »
2019-4-9 01:35 | |
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Ian Goodfellow’s hiring hints at what Apple’s next ‘one more thing’ could be
Apple recently scored the hottest free agent in AI when it managed to lure Ian “The GANfather” Goodfellow away from his highly-salaried perch at Google. His hiring indicates Apple’s placing a higher priority on machine learning technology. дальше »
2019-4-9 23:35 | |
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South Korean police use AI to bust $19M Bitcoin-fuelled pyramid scam
South Korean police have caught the masterminds of a Bitcoin-fuelled Ponzi scheme responsible for generating almost $19 million in revenue. The scam, called “M-Coin,” is said to have targeted those with poor understanding of the technology – mostly elderly people, retirees, and housewives – with promises of free cryptocurrency and recruitment bonuses for signing up others, reports Korea Joon Gang Daily. дальше »
2019-4-8 12:29 | |
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We can’t fix the data scientist talent shortage with $40 online courses
The demand for data scientists is at an all time high. In fact, a recent LinkedIn study found that US-based business need more than 150,000 data scientist jobs filled. And they need them right now. дальше »
2019-4-7 10:30 | |
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Decentralization: The Big Problem For Blockchain
Decentralization is one of the buzzwords of blockchain technology: companies and web sites have sprung up that include this word as part of their name. Decentralization has been touted as a most advanced feature in fintech. дальше »
2019-4-6 20:39 | |
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We’re losing control of tech’s future – here’s how we can reclaim it
We seem to be at a crossroads when it comes to the future of tech. Advancements in fields like artificial intelligence raise dangers we need to collectively address as a society, before it’s too late. дальше »
2019-4-5 19:08 | |
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Bosch’s new blockchain smart fridge is a pretty dumb idea
Brace yourself for the most disruptive piece of technology you’ve ever seen: a blockchain fridge. Electronics giant Bosch has teamed up with Austria’s leading energy provider Wien Energie to build a cutting-edge fridge that logs where its energy comes from on the blockchain. дальше »
2019-4-5 13:38 | |
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China is reportedly trialing attention-detecting bands in schools
Last year, we saw reports of Chinese schools using facial recognition technology to monitor the attention levels of students. Now a report from SupChina suggests that some schools are experimenting with headbands to detect attentiveness of children in a classroom. дальше »
2019-4-5 12:10 | |
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China is reportedly trialling attention-detecting bands in schools
Last year, we saw reports of Chinese schools using facial recognition technology to monitor the attention levels of students. Now a report from SupChina suggests that some schools are experimenting with headbands to detect attentiveness of children in a classroom. дальше »
2019-4-5 12:10 | |
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11 ways to educate your consumers about malware, phishing or other cyberattacks
While companies are quick to integrate new technologies to stay ahead of their competitors, every new technology also comes with risks. Malware, phishing and other cyberattacks are an all-too-common occurrence — especially following the implementation of newer technologies. дальше »
2019-4-5 12:00 | |
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Women are only 24% of the infosec workforce. Now go follow them on Twitter
The technology industry has, at least, for the past forty years, been something of a sausage-fest, with men dominating almost all tiers of the workplace. A new report from infosec industry group, the (ISC)2, shows that’s gradually changing. дальше »
2019-4-3 09:19 | |
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Women are 24% of the infosec workforce. Now follow some of them
The technology industry has, at least, for the past forty years, been something of a sausage-fest, with men dominating almost all tiers of the workplace. A new report from infosec industry group, the (ISC)2, shows that’s gradually changing. дальше »
2019-4-3 09:19 | |
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Alibaba, Baidu, and Tencent are among the first 197 regulated blockchain firms in China
China‘s Cyberspace Administration – the country’s central internet regulator – has released the first list of companies approved to conduct business with blockchain tech. There are 197 businesses included on the list which, according to analysts, is meant to “provide a controllable environment to explore blockchain technology,” the Global Times reports. дальше »
2019-4-2 11:51 | |
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Swissdacs to introduce VouchForMe blockchain based insurance tool in Europe
CryptoNinjas VouchForMe, a web tool based on blockchain technology that enables users to ask friends and family to vouch for them, has announced a partnership agreement with Swissdacs Group for the introduction of the VouchForMe blockchain based platform in Switzerland, Italy, Germany, and Austria. дальше »
2019-4-2 03:11 | |
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Women are often pushed out of STEM mid-career — here’s how we fix it
Reports continue to show that mid to senior career women leave technology fields in high numbers. They often leave not only their job, their career, but also the entire industry. Many factors, including lack of career growth, lack of recognition and poor management are often topics high on the list. дальше »
2019-3-29 18:16 | |
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Ripple partners with Federal Bank in India for cross-border payments
Private bank, Federal Bank Ltd. in India, has partnered with Ripple to facilitate international payments. In an announcement to the Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE), the Federal Bank confirmed its partnership with blockchain technology firm Ripple. дальше »
2019-3-29 16:49 | |
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10 ways companies can effectively use cloud technology to grow
While cloud technology may seem new to some, it is quickly taking over the way companies are sharing and storing their information. As technological capabilities increase, companies will have more cloud computing options available than ever before. дальше »
2019-3-29 12:00 | |
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Canon’s new Ivy Cliq cameras join the modern Polaroid fad
What’s old is new again. Just like vinyl, instant-print cameras are making a return to the mainstream as people come to realize that sometimes having physical objects is better than ones and zeros on your computer. дальше »
2019-3-29 01:20 | |
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Elastos blockchain set to implement DPoS component
CryptoNinjas Elastos, the open-source smart web platform powered by blockchain technology, has announced the completion of its Delegated Proof-of-Stake (DPoS) component which is ready to go live after the community voting process. дальше »
2019-3-28 23:40 | |
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Gmail will now let you interact with messages just like web pages right in your inbox
Google is bringing a major upgrade to Gmail that will let you interact with emails in your inbox just like you would with the web pages they often lead you to: look up hotel listings, fill out forms, and browse products you want to buy. дальше »
2019-3-27 09:15 | |
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Emoji license plates show technology has simplified our language. But is that really a bad thing?
We’ve reached a new level of descent into the world of emoji-based interactions. Starting March 1 of this year, drivers in Queensland, Australia will be able to personalize their license plates with an emoji. дальше »
2019-3-26 22:24 | |
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Moonday Mornings: Twitch drops Bitcoin, most BTC trading could be fake, and more
It’s Monday, which means there’s a weekend’s worth of cryptocurrency and blockchain news to catch up on. Here are the headlines. 1. Despite giving up on its proprietary cryptocurrency, Citibank isn’t ready to leave the world of blockchain for good. дальше »
2019-3-25 11:51 | |
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CHEAP: Our beloved UE BOOM 3 now has TOO MUCH DISCOUNT
Welcome to CHEAP, our brand-new series about things that are good, but most of all, cheap. CHEAP! If there’s one thing I love, it’s portable Bluetooth speakers. So, when I found out that the Ultimate Ears BOOM 3 is selling for its lowest ever price ($119. дальше »
2019-3-23 15:00 | |
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A quick guide to understanding blockchain smart contracts
Welcome to Hard Fork Basics, a collection of tips, tricks, guides, and advice to keep you up to date in the cryptocurrency and blockchain world. ‘Smart contracts’ is a term that gets thrown about quite often in the blockchain world, but there seems to be some confusion about what they are – and how they work. дальше »
2019-3-23 17:50 | |
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To stay relevant in the 5G era, telcos will need to step up their IoT game
We are now in the early stages of another pivotal moment in technological evolution and paradigm shift. With artificial intelligence, the Internet of Things (IoT), and augmented reality transitioning from buzz words to the backbone of developed economies, wireless connectivity enabled by 5G , a new standard for wireless telecommunications, will be the catalyst for unlocking the new technologies’ full potential and is expected to have a major impact on every industry, from media and entertainment to transportation to telemedicine. дальше »
2019-3-22 16:19 | |
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Huawei Launches Blockchain-Based Cloud Service, Huawei Cloud, At Its 2019 ‘Cloud Summit’ Event
Huawei Launches Blockchain-Based Cloud Service Blockchain technology features a ledger that has found multiple use cases across several industries. However, Huawei wants to push the envelope a little further in how far this reach can go. дальше »
2019-3-22 00:52 | |
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This physicist has written over 500 biographies of female scientists on Wikipedia
It’s not surprising how grossly underrepresented women are in the fields of science, technology, engineering, and maths (STEM). Hell, in the UK, half of state schools submitted no girls to study A-Level physics. дальше »
2019-3-19 12:45 | |
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Visa is looking for someone to spearhead permissionless blockchain
Global payment services provider and Fortune 500 company, Visa, is showing signs that cryptocurrency and blockchain will be part of the company‘s future. According to a job posting on recruitment platform SmartRecruiters, Visa is looking for an individual passionate about payments and cryptocurrency, and is already well-connected in the cryptocurrency and fintech industry. дальше »
2019-3-19 12:26 | |
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How Facebook plans to use machine learning to wipe out revenge porn
Facebook’s used its machine learning prowess to filter hate speech and fake accounts— but now it’s turning its focus on fighting revenge porn. In an announcement last week, the company said that it’s introducing new technology to remove non-consensual intimate photos and videos off its platform. дальше »
2019-3-18 15:12 | |
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The world’s first genderless voice assistant is challenging gender stereotypes
There’s an obvious gender imbalance in technology and voice assistants. Whether it’s Siri, Cortana, Alexa, or another female voice telling you when to turn right on Google Maps, it’s most commonly an AI ‘woman’ who takes our commands. дальше »
2019-3-18 12:50 | |
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TapJets ICO
TapJets® announced an STO (security tokens offering) of Company’s common stock with dividends. Available for US Accredited Investors and non-US investors worldwide. TapJets® is a platform that instantly connects our clients with a private jet that is ready to fly to your destination. дальше »
2019-3-15 18:19 | |
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8 ways machine learning will impact day-to-day customer interactions
Advancements in artificial intelligence seem like they are happening constantly, with more products incorporating this technology every year as companies seek to gain access to the technology’s capabilities. дальше »
2019-3-15 12:30 | |
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Shell Is Looking For Graduates In Order To Find Use Cases For Blockchains For Oil And Gas
Royal Dutch Shell, the fifth largest oil and gas producer in the whole world, has recently decided to enter the blockchain game. Now, The Next Web’s Hard Fork has reported that the company is looking for graduates in science and technology courses who can provide it with a “blockchain analysis”. Basically, what Shell wants is […] дальше »
2019-3-15 03:48 | |
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Facebook’s new VR avatars are more lifelike than anything you’ve seen before
Remember when Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg tried to show off his company’s clunky Spaces VR tech by taking a virtual tour of hurricane-hit Puerto Rico in 2017? This is nothing like that. The company has quietly been developing a revolutionary system to create virtual avatars of people that closely resemble them in their facial features and mannerisms. дальше »
2019-3-14 16:47 | |
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Shell is recruiting science graduates to build blockchain use cases for oil and gas
The world’s fifth largest oil and gas producer in the world, Royal Dutch Shell, is getting further into the blockchain game, and is looking to train the next generation of blockchain industry execs. дальше »
2019-3-14 14:08 | |
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Sex robots’ next big leap won’t come from the adult industry
This article was originally published on SEXTECHGUIDE, an independent publication that looks at the intersection between sex and technology in a non-explicit, as close to a ‘safe for work’ way as possible – including app reviews, adult VR info, sextech devices, privacy, security issues, and much more. дальше »
2019-3-13 16:10 | |
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Happy 30th Birthday, World Wide Web! Where Does the Digital Messiah Go From Here?
Today, on March 12th, the world celebrates the launch of the World Wide Web, which is still alive and well after 30 years. Tim Berners-Lee submitted a proposal that outlined an information system, which his boss saw as “vague, but exciting. дальше »
2019-3-13 10:04 | |
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World Wide Web Turns 30: Has it Failed – and What Comes Next?
Today, March 12, marks the 30th anniversary of the World Wide Web. To celebrate, we’ll look back on how it began, assess the progress its made, and ask the all-important questions: has it failed – and what comes next? World Wide Web vs. дальше »
2019-3-13 01:14 | |
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If properly enforced, GDPR can solve social media’s biggest problems
From concerns about data sharing to the hosting of harmful content, every week seems to bring more clamour for new laws to regulate the technology giants and make the internet “safer”. But what if our existing data protection laws, at least in Europe, could achieve most of the job? Germany has already started introducing new legislation, enacting a law in 2018 that forces social media firms to remove hateful content. дальше »
2019-3-12 18:58 | |
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TNW2019 Daily: Let’s Hard Fork together
TNW2019, our tech conference in Amsterdam, is just 58 days away. We’re busy getting everything perfect, and there’s so much to look forward to. One distinct highlight is the conversation we’ll have about blockchain and cryptocurrency. дальше »
2019-3-12 13:47 | |
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Alienware’s 34-inch curved gaming monitor restored my child-like wonder
The overwhelming value prospect of cheap 1080p TVs has resulted in a drought of decent computer monitors in my home. My primary screen doesn’t even have HDR. Since moderation isn’t my thing, the biggest over-correction I could think of was to add a huge, curved Alienware AW3418DW. дальше »
2019-3-12 00:22 | |
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eToro now lets you buy cryptocurrency straight from your wallet
eToro is making it easier to load up your wallets with cryptocurrency. The company announced users of its standalone wallet – available for Android and iOS – can now buy crypto-assets directly from the app itself. дальше »
2019-3-11 14:01 | |
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TNW2019 Daily: New bragging material for your next family reunion
Happy Monday, and happy 59 days until TNW Conference! Here’s what my face looked like when I realized how close we are to two days of technology goodness: There’s a lot coming at you on May 9 and 10, which is why this daily newsletter exists. дальше »
2019-3-11 13:59 | |
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Blockchain Minus Women Equals Fail: Celebrating A Diversity Of Ideas
Distributed ledger technology sits at the intersection of two stereotypes. Tech is a playground for nerdy college boys. And finance is a game for old men. Web meets Wall Street. And although blockchain is an innovation lauded for its potential – to bank the unbanked, democratize finance, eliminate the overreach of Big Data – the […] The post Blockchain Minus Women Equals Fail: Celebrating A Diversity Of Ideas appeared first on Crypto Briefing. дальше »
2019-3-9 22:47 | |
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Fixing the financial literacy gap will attract more women to Bitcoin
The blockchain and cryptocurrency industry is dominated by men – fact. There are many reasons as to why this could be the case – namely a pipeline problem or the rhetoric that men are typically (and allegedly!) more interested in technology – but a recent study has posed an interesting question. дальше »
2019-3-9 20:33 | |
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3D Printing Pioneer Reveals How This Technology Is Already Disrupting the Auto Industry
Every industry seems to be in the midst of change these days and the automobile industry is no exception. A lot of attention has been focused on self-driving cars, and there are good reasons to be excited by the idea of autonomous vehicles, such as improved safety and convenience. дальше »
2019-3-7 20:15 | |
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