Warning: A fake ‘security researcher’ is trying to trick ransomware victims
Beware of so-called security researchers emailing firms that have been victimized by ransomware and claiming to be able to recover their stolen data. That’s the warning from researchers at Arctic Wolf, who have found at least two examples of what are being described as follow-on extortion attacks. The fake researcher
Read moreWhen High Performance Computing Is Not High Performance
Everybody cares about codes running fast on their computers. Hardware improvements over recent decades have made this possible. But how well are we taking advantage of hardware speedups? Consider these two C++ code examples. Assume here n = 10000000. void sub(int* a, int* b) { for (int i=0; i<n; ++i)
Read moreAccelerated Fintech Adoption in Africa
The fintech ecosystem has rapidly evolved to become a crucial component of the global financial landscape, revolutionizing the way we transact, invest, and manage our finances. According to the International Trade Administration, by 2025 half a billion people in Africa will be e-commerce users. UNCTAD also suggests that digital commerce
Read moreShimmer, a platform for 1:1 personalized ADHD coaching, raises $2.2M
Y Combinator alum Shimmer, which offers a coaching platform for adults, has raised $2.2 million in a seed funding round led by Worklife Ventures and Seed to B. The platform aims to help adults with ADHD tackle challenges via personalized 1:1 video coaching, productivity tools and science-backed learning modules. Shimmer matches
Read moreHow can RFID, QR codes, and computer vision shape the future of retail ?
The retail sector, known for its dynamism, faces fierce competition, prompting continuous innovation to meet evolving customer expectations. Recently, a digital transformation has unfolded in retail, driven by the adoption of smart store technologies like RFID, QR codes, and computer vision. These innovations empower retailers to gather, analyze, and share
Read moreHumane announces 10 layoffs as CTO ‘transitions’ into advisor role
Much-hyped hardware startup Humane has announced that it’s laying off 10 employees — 4% of its workforce — before it has shipped a single one of its funky new ambient computing devices. The company’s chief technology officer (CTO) is also “transitioning” into an advisor role after five years at the
Read moreX removes support for NFT profile pictures
On Tuesday, Elon Musk’s X wrote about a grand vision for the company in 2024, which includes launching peer-to-peer payments and more AI-powered tools. Amid all this, the company silently removed a feature for paid subscribers. They’re no longer able to set an NFT as a profile picture. The feature
Read moreCyber Security Today, Jan. 10, 2024 – Vulnerabilities found in internet-connected factory torque wrenches
Vulnerabilities found in internet-connected factory torque wrenches. Welcome to Cyber Security Today. It’s Wednesday January 10th, 2024. I’m Howard Solomon, contributing reporter on cybersecurity for ITWorldCanada.com and TechNewsday.com in the U.S. Anything that connects to an IT network can have software vulnerabilities. The latest example: WiFi connected pneumatic torque wrenches
Read moreMeistrari didn’t see a good solution for prompt engineering, so it’s building one
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Read moreMicromobility startups Tier and Dott plan to merge to find a path to profitability
After years of exploding growth and massive funding rounds, it’s time for consolidation in the micromobility industry. Tier and Dott, two leading European companies in the space, have announced that they plan to merge. Transaction is expected to close within two months of today’s news. This shouldn’t come as a
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