Day: September 20, 2020

US govt orders federal agencies to patch dangerous Zerologon bug by Monday

DHS CISA tells government agencies to patch Zerologon bug by Monday, citing “unacceptable risk” posed to federal networks. …read more Source:: ZDNet


Finally, a Differently Useless Machine

Traditionally, the useless machine is a simple one that invites passersby to switch it on. When they do, the machine somehow, some way, turns itself off; usually with a finger or finger-like object that comes out from the box in what feels like an annoyed fashion. Honestly, that’s probably part of what drives people to…


Chinese Intelligence Compiles ‘Vast Database’ About Millions Around the World

Australia’s national public broadcaster ABC reports: A Chinese company with links to Beijing’s military and intelligence networks has been amassing a vast database of detailed personal information on thousands of Australians, including prominent and influential figures. A database of 2.4 million people, including more than 35,000 Australians, has been leaked from the Shenzhen company Zhenhua…


The best kids’ tablets for 2020: Apple iPad, Amazon Fire and more compared – CNET

Need a durable child-friendly tablet that will keep your kid entertained and educated? Here are our top picks. …read more Source:: CNet


NFL 2020: How to watch Panthers vs. Buccaneers, Patriots vs. Seahawks, RedZone and more Week 2 without cable – CNET

You don’t need cable to watch today’s NFL action on CBS, Fox, NBC or NFL RedZone. …read more Source:: CNet


Peacock: Everything to know about NBCUniversal’s streaming app – CNET

Streaming app Peacock has free movies and TV shows, and it unlocks more if you pay. And it’s finally coming to Roku. …read more Source:: CNet


Is Momentum Growing for Universal Basic Incomes?

“A successful basic-income trial in Stockton, California, has inspired a chain of similar pilots in other cities,” reports Business Insider: The city council of Saint Paul, Minnesota, voted to approve funding for a pilot there on Wednesday. The program is set to begin this fall and will give up to 150 low-income families $500 per…


Sony and Microsoft are using nostalgia to sell the PS5, Xbox Series X – CNET

More so than ever before, old games are helping sell new consoles. …read more Source:: CNet


Miss out on PS5 preorders? There was one for sale on eBay for $25,000 – CNET

Limited supply means a potential payday for arbitrage resellers. …read more Source:: CNet


Judge temporarily blocks Trump ban on WeChat – CNET

Ban would have required Apple and Google to remove the chat app from their stores by Sunday night. …read more Source:: CNet