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JD.com says putting chickens on the blockchain was great for business
China’s popular online retailer JD. com says sales of free-range chickens have doubled in the past two years, and blockchain technology has played a key role. Its initiative for putting chickens on the blockchain, called “Running Chicken,” sees professional breeders hired by JD. дальше »
2019-4-24 16:42 | |
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Coinbase fires 30 workers and closes Chicago office after just one year
Prominent cryptocurrency exchange Coinbase is set to close its Chicago office just a year after it was opened, and will let go around 30 software engineers in the process, reports Fortune. The group had been tasked with building a special “matching engine” product for high-frequency trading. дальше »
2019-4-24 12:16 | |
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A Putin-opposing politician has raised more than $3M in Bitcoin
Despite a recent survey showing that most Russians actually know very little about Bitcoin and cryptocurrency, it appears that one politician is a little more au fait with the technology. The man who is thought to be Vladimir Putin‘s main opponent, Alexei Navalny, has received over $3 million (591 BTC) worth of donations in Bitcoin over the last three years, CoinDesk reports. дальше »
2019-4-24 11:56 | |
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Bowers and Wilkins Formation Hands-on: If Sonos made $4,000 speakers
It’s no secret that audiophiles and hi-fi enthusiasts are skeptical of wireless speakers. Sure, there are some successes – KEF’s LSX is a recent example – but wireless technology typically degrades sound quality at least a little, and almost certainly introduces some degree of latency. дальше »
2019-4-23 09:21 | |
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Cornell scientists create ‘living’ machines that eat, grow, and evolve
The field of robotics is going through a renaissance thanks to advances in machine learning and sensor technology. Each generation of robot is engineered with greater mechanical complexity and smarter operating software than the last. дальше »
2019-4-20 01:56 | |
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A Q&A with Roland CEO Jun-ichi Miki on innovation, Waku Waku, and ‘sleeping musicians’
The Roland Corporation is a global powerhouse in the field of music technology. We interviewed Mr. Jun-ichi Miki, Roland Corporation CEO and Representative Director, to find out how the company continues to drive innovation and customer growth. дальше »
2019-4-19 19:34 | |
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11 aspects to consider when adopting smart home technologies
With smart home technologies constantly growing in popularity, there are several things consumers should understand about these devices in regards to features and long-term benefits, as well as potential issues or privacy risks. дальше »
2019-4-19 12:00 | |
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Women in AI need better allies. Here’s how we can all help
Lin Classon, Director of Public Cloud Product at managed cloud provider Ensono and former Googler, has spent her entire career attending technology conferences – places where, unlike the public restrooms at most events, women tend to have the toilet all to themselves. дальше »
2019-4-19 02:57 | |
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Flying cars could cut emissions, replace planes, and reduce traffic – but not soon enough
When Chitty Chitty Bang Bang was released 50 years ago, flying cars were a flight of fancy. Now, these futuristic vehicles are entering the outer fringes of reality. According to a new study published in Nature, for some journeys flying cars could eventually be greener than even electric road cars, cutting emissions while also reducing traffic on increasingly busy roads. дальше »
2019-4-18 16:35 | |
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Emotionally intelligent AI will respond to how you feel
Artificial intelligence offers us an opportunity to amplify service and the integration of technology in everyday lives many times over. But until very recently, there remained a significant barrier in how sophisticated the technology could be. дальше »
2019-4-17 17:48 | |
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Carrefour wants to track 20% of its products on the blockchain by 2020
Carrefour is betting big on distributed ledger tech. The french supermarket behemoth wants to track 20 percent of all of its in-house products on the blockchain by the end of 2019. The retailer already uses the technology to track 20 out of its 300 Carrefour-branded products across the supply chain, but it plans to add about 40 more goods to the list over the coming months, Carrefour blockchain program director Emmanuel Delerm told Hard Fork. дальше »
2019-4-17 14:13 | |
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India asks Google and Apple to ban TikTok — because ‘porn’
A few weeks after an Indian High Court asked the country’s government to ban TikTok, the authorities have asked Apple and Google to remove the app from their stores. The high court had accused the 15-second video making app of allegedly ‘encouraging pornography. дальше »
2019-4-16 12:02 | |
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Autumn is coming: Expert says hype cycle will give way to ‘rich harvest’ of useful AI
Winter isn’t coming. At least not for the world of artificial intelligence. Jeff Bigham, program director of the Human-computer Interaction Institute at Carnegie Mellon, believes we’ll soon reap the bounties of an AI autumn instead. дальше »
2019-4-16 01:54 | |
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Researchers create 3D print of heart using harvested human tissue
Researchers at Tel Aviv University today unveiled a world’s first – a 3D print of a heart constructed from harvested human tissue and vessels. This technology, although in its formative stages, could potentially one day provide relief for patients whose lives are determined by the fickle whims of organ transplant lists. дальше »
2019-4-16 19:45 | |
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Moonday Morning: IMF builds its own cryptocurrency ‘for learning,’ and more
Welcome to another Monday and with that, another Moonday Morning – where we take a look at the weekend’s top blockchain and cryptocurrency news. Here’s Hard Fork’s selection of last weekend’s top stories: 1. дальше »
2019-4-15 12:40 | |
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Smart cities are an AI-powered dystopia that’s already happening
Separating the futuristic from the dystopian in the minds of the general public can be a challenge, particularly when trying to conceptualize a diverse technology such as AI recognition. In today’s markets, a tangible example can be seen in consumer products such as the iPhone XS, with its Face ID facial-recognition unlocking. дальше »
2019-4-13 12:31 | |
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CHEAP: Get $20 off Anker’s noise-cancelling neckband earbuds
It was only a few years ago that Anker started making premium audio gear, through its Soundcore sub-brand. Even though it doesn’t exactly have much of a historical pedigree, it’s managed to impress through worthwhile products like the Soundcore Space NC. дальше »
2019-4-13 23:15 | |
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The internet’s idiots are already trying to discredit Katie Bouman’s historic accomplishments
In years to come, April 10 will be remembered as a historic day for humankind, science, and women in STEM. On this day, the first ever image of a celestial phenomenon was published — a black hole — largely thanks to the algorithms created by Katie Bouman. дальше »
2019-4-12 16:14 | |
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Alexa, Siri, and Google Assistant are changing how we interact with the world by doing it for us
Innovation shapes our daily experiences, offering us the chance to seize the convenience offered by modern technology. Since the advent of smart speakers and voice-enabled digital assistants, voice-user interface (VUI) technology has experienced an explosion in popularity among consumers and developers alike. дальше »
2019-4-12 15:11 | |
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Only 2% of companies accept Bitcoin payments, Stack Overflow finds
The vast majority of organizations across the globe are not using blockchain technology, according to Stack Overflow’s annual developer survey. Some 48,175 developers responded to questions about blockchain’s adoption within organizations. дальше »
2019-4-11 16:08 | |
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Europe is rescuing emergency service calls from outdated technology
The Brussels-based NGO, European Emergency Number Association (EENA), has launched Next Generation 112 (NG112), a new pan-European technical architecture to enable emergency calls through new technologies like VoIP and video calls from smartphones, 5G devices, and home speakers. дальше »
2019-4-11 12:30 | |
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Meet the biohackers who are putting technology into their own bodies
Technology has become increasingly intrusive. Just a few decades ago, the idea of being near-constantly tethered to a device may have been unpalatable, particularly when that device sends your every activity to corporations and means you are contactable 24 hours a day. дальше »
2019-4-10 18:52 | |
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KPMG survey: 67% of corporates are not using blockchain technology
If a recent poll conducted by KPMG is anything to go by, blockchain technology still has a way to go in terms of corporate adoption in the tax and finance world. According to the survey, which asked the opinion of 450 respondents, some 60 percent of participants said they would be willing to adopt the technology within the organizations in a bid to automate tasks. дальше »
2019-4-9 19:00 | |
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Vote for your favorite Chivas Venture finalist
The final of the Chivas Venture, a global competition that gives away $1 million every year to social businesses who blend profit with purpose, will take place at TNW Conference on May 9. You can now vote to help determine how the first $100,000 in no-strings funding is split between the remaining finalists. дальше »
2019-4-9 18:53 | |
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Adult site CamSoda will now let you pay for porn with Bitcoin
Adult entertainment company CamSoda has integrated cryptocurrency payments, enabling users to purchase tokens on the platform using seven different coins, including Bitcoin and Ethereum. In addition to BTC and ETH, CamSoda users can also spend their Bitcoin Cash, Litecoin, and Tron alongside privacy-oriented coins Monero and Zcash. дальше »
2019-4-9 18:42 | |
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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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