Day: October 19, 2021

It’s heeere: Node.js 17 is out – but not for production use, says dev team

EcmaScript 6 modules will not stop growing use of Node, claims chair of Technical Steering Committee Node.js 17 is out, loaded with OpenSSL 3 and other new features, but it is not intended for use in production – and the promotion for Node.js 16 to an LTS release, expected soon, may be more important to…


Twitter suspends hacker who allegedly stole data of 45 million Argentinians

The government of Argentina has denied that the National Registry of Persons was hacked. …read more Source:: ZDNet


Keysight Technologies Acquires SCALABLE Network Technologies

Simulation and modeling solutions augment Keysight’s 5G and cybersecurity portfolio. …read more Source:: DarkReading


The best innerspring mattresses in 2021 – CNET

Looking for a mattress that doesn’t arrive in a box? These innerspring mattresses offer traditional comfort with upgraded features that will help you sleep soundly. …read more Source:: CNet


CrowdStrike Invests in Microsoft AD Competitor JumpCloud

Closes out $225 million Series F with additional $66 million raised from Atlassian Ventures, CrowdStrike Falcon Fund, NTT Docomo Ventures, and others. …read more Source:: DarkReading


Candy Corn Maker Hit With Ransomware

Ferrara Candy Co. said a ransomware attack earlier this month won’t affect Halloween supplies of its sweets, which include Brachs, Keebler, Sweet Tarts, and other popular brands. …read more Source:: DarkReading


The FDA Wants You To Be Able To Buy a Hearing Aid Without a Prescription

People with mild or moderate hearing loss could soon be able to buy hearing aids without a medical exam or special fitting, under a new rule being proposed by the Food and Drug Administration. The agency says 37.5 million American adults have difficulties hearing. From a report: “Today’s move by FDA takes us one step…


Oracle-owned ERP outfit NetSuite fitted with banking and data warehouse features to keep accountants sane

It’s about helping steer the business without so many spreadsheets, says analyst NetSuite, the ERP software aimed at medium-sized businesses, has launched new product features addressing integration with banking systems and business-facing analytics.… …read more Source:: TheRegister


Name That Toon: Bone Dry

Feeling creative? Submit your caption and our panel of experts will reward the winner with a $25 Amazon gift card. …read more Source:: DarkReading


Google Revamps Its Smartphone Line With the Pixel 6

This morning, at the company’s virtual hardware event, Google is finally showing us what it means to pick up and start over again. From a report: In many ways, the Pixel 6 marks the most radical departure in the history of Google’s flagship devices — and its most serious attempt to take the fight to…