Wrapping Christmas lights around a tree trunk
Suppose you want to wrap Christmas lights around a tree trunk that we can approximate by a cylinder of radius r. You want to wrap lights around the tree in a helix, going up a distance h every time you go around the tree once. What length of lights do
Read MoreBlack Friday online buying hits a record $9.8B in the US, $70.9B globally
A rush of deep discounts and the growth of flexible payment options were the drivers behind $9.8 billion in online sales in the U.S. on Black Friday — a record figure for the day. According to Adobe Analytics, sales were up by 7.5% on last year’s numbers (you can see
Read MoreNeuralink, Elon Musk’s brain implant startup, quietly raises an additional $43M
Neuralink, the Elon Musk-founded company developing implantable chips that can read brain waves, has raised an additional $43 million in venture capital, according to a filing with the SEC. The filing published this week shows the company increased its previous tranche, led by Peter Thiel’s Founders Fund, from $280 million
Read MoreNew chairperson for Commvault’s Cyber Resilience Council
Commvault has announced the appointment of Melissa Hathaway as a strategic advisor. She will also serve as the chairperson for Commvault’s newly formed Cyber Resilience Council. In this role, Hathaway will lead the council in advising on emerging security trends, cyber threats, and best practices in cyber resilience. Her expertise
Read MoreFate of US venture capital in China teeters on uncertainty
On a weekday afternoon at Red Rock Coffee, the cafe known for spotting venture capitalists in Silicon Valley, one is likely to overhear a few conversations in Mandarin. With China reopening its borders this spring following three years of COVID-19 restrictions, managers of U.S. funds in the country have been
Read MoreTransforming mobile tower infrastructure performance with AI-powered data intelligence
Phil-Tower Consortium Inc. partners with PowerX to optimize power assets, enhance network visibility, and boost energy efficiency. The collaboration aims to revolutionize connectivity through digitalization, harnessing advanced technologies to meet industry demands and drive innovation in telecommunications. PhilTower’s adoption of PowerX’s data intelligence platform will automate insights, accelerate business decisions,
Read MoreTransforming Education with AI
Recent advances in Artificial Intelligence (AI), specifically the integration of ChatGPT, mark the beginning of a transformative era in global personalized and efficient education. The impact of technology became evident during the COVID-19 pandemic when institutions turned to tools like intelligent tutoring and automated grading systems for remote student assessment.
Read MoreReady for Safe Online Shopping? Check Out These 10 Secure Shopping Tips!
In an era where online transactions dominate, ensuring secure shopping practices has never been more critical. Visa’s “10 Secure Shopping Habits” serves as a comprehensive guide, offering indispensable insights and practical tips to empower consumers with the knowledge needed to navigate the digital marketplace safely. From selecting trusted retailers to
Read MoreLaravel vs CodeIgniter: A Comprehensive Comparison
In this comprehensive comparison, explore the key differences and similarities between Laravel and CodeIgniter, two popular PHP frameworks. Continue reading Laravel vs CodeIgniter: A Comprehensive Comparison on SitePoint.
Read MoreCyber Security Today, Week in Review for the week ending November 24, 2023
Welcome to Cyber Security Today. This is the Week in Review edition for the week ending Friday November 24th, 2023. I’m Howard Solomon, contributing reporter on cybersecurity for ITWorldCanada.com and TechNewsday.com in the U.S. In a few minutes Terry Cutler of Montreal’s Cyology Labs will be here to discuss recent
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