Day: September 23, 2019

Climate Change Causes and Impacts Are Increasing, UN Report Says

As world leaders gather in New York City for the United Nations Climate Action Summit Monday, a UN report warns climate change is accelerating — with the Earth on track for the warmest 5-year period on record. From a report: “Climate change causes and impacts are increasing rather than slowing down. Sea level rise has…


This Apple Watch clone is surprisingly good for just $31.49 – CNET

It might be, er, time to readjust our expectations for super-cheap wearables. Plus: This 2-port USB wall charger is only 6 bucks. …read more Source:: CNet


Ex-Nissan CEO Carlos Ghosn charged with fraud in US – Roadshow

Ghosn has already agreed to a settlement that includes a $1 million penalty. …read more Source:: CNet


Best wireless headphones for making calls in 2019 – CNET

Looking for a wireless headphone that’s great for voice calling? Here are our top picks. …read more Source:: CNet


Apple Watch helps save motorcyclists life

A Washington man credits the Apple Watch with helping to save his father’s life following a biking accident that left him unconscious. …read more Source:: ZDNet


Linux Foundation exec believes edge computing will be more important than cloud computing

According to Arpit Joshipura, The Linux Foundation’s general manager of networking, edge computing will overtake cloud computing by 2025. …read more Source:: ZDNet


Cloudflare Has a New Plan To Fight Bots — and Climate Change

Cloudflare is ratcheting up its fight against bots with a new “fight mode,” which it says will frustrate and disincentivize bot operators from their malicious activity. From a report: Bots are notorious for scraping websites and abusing developer access to download gobs of user data. All too often bots try to game the system by…


Google Assistant Audio Privacy Controls Updated After Outcry

Google is tightening its privacy controls over its Google Assistant voice assistant after a report earlier this year found that it was eavesdropping on user conversations. …read more Source:: Threatpost


New North Korean malware targeting ATMs spotted in India

Another version of the same malware, but with RAT-like features, spotted targeting Indian research centers. …read more Source:: ZDNet


Samsung’s Galaxy Fold launches in the US on Sept. 27

The company’s first smartphone with a foldable display is ready for the US. …read more Source:: ZDNet