Connectors & Co.: BSI puts medical practices to the test when it comes to IT security
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Netflix is also increasing prices for existing customers: First, the new Netflix prices applied to new customers - Soon, existing customers will also be ...
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Micron secures $13bn in US support to expand chipmaking capacity: Idaho-based memory chipmaker is latest beneficiary of funding from 2022 Chips Act
ft.com/content/084c5cce-3734-4c28-8cab-ee1ecaa7e402
FTC bans employers from using noncompete clauses: The US Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has banned noncompete clauses in a move to "drive innovation" and protect ...
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Quick Glance: US implements ban on worker 'competition agreements' with business groups filing lawsuits
- The U.S. Federal Trade Commission has approved a framework to eliminate agreements often signed by employees to refrain from joining their employers' competitors or establishing rival businesses.
- The ban on noncompete agreements is projected to boost worker earnings by up to $488 billion over the next decade and facilitate the establishment of over 8,500 new businesses annually.
- Prominent business associations have criticized the framework and declared legal actions, contending that noncompete agreements assist companies in safeguarding trade secrets and advancing competitiveness.
- Unions have endorsed the FTC's vote in favor of the ban, hailing it as a significant triumph for workers that will enhance the national economy by fostering entrepreneurship.
Can the First Amendment Save TikTok?: TikTok says it plans to challenge the law that could ban it in the US in court. Experts think it's got a fighting chance.
wired.com/story/tiktok-ban-first-amendment-courts-challenge/
Quick Glance: Implications of a TikTok Ban on China's Technology Plans and Global Digital Divide
- TikTok is at a critical juncture in America as its Chinese owner must complete the sale of the app within a year to avoid a ban in its largest market.
- The potential TikTok ban would not only greatly weaken China's technology ambitions but also deepen the divide between the digital worlds of rival economic superpowers.
- The potential enforcement of a TikTok ban could expedite a transformation that divides the world's technological landscape into two factions, one around the US and the other around technologies from China.
- Chinese companies and apps operating in the US are encountering increasing challenges as the US government implements measures to restrict the access of Chinese companies to the market.
Threads has 150 million monthly users: Meta’s Threads app now has more than 150 million monthly users, an increase of about 20 million new users since February
engadget.com/threads-has-150-million-monthly-users-215853190.html
Rabbit’s R1 is a little AI gadget that grows on you: If there’s one overarching takeaway from last night’s Rabbit R1 launch event, it’s this: Hardware can be fun ...
techcrunch.com/2024/04/24/rabbits-r1-is-a-little-ai-gadget-that-grows-on-you/
Quick Glance: Rabbit R1: More Fun and Accessible than Humane AI Pin
- The Rabbit R1 is a compact AI companion with a screen and camera.
- Compared to the Humane AI Pin, the R1 is more affordable and user-friendly.
- R1 offers a range of features like image recognition and a personal touch.
- Rabbit promises continuous improvements and new features for the R1.
Why is US threatening to ban TikTok and will other countries follow suit?: Joe Biden signs into law bill requiring Chinese owner to sell app’s US operations
theguardian.com/technology/2024/apr/24/why-is-us-threatening-to-ban-tiktok-and-could-other-countries-follow-suit
Quick Glance: Measures Against TikTok: Biden Sets Deadline for Sale
- President Biden has signed legislation requiring ByteDance to fully divest from TikTok within a year or potentially face a nationwide ban.
- This action poses a significant challenge to the future of the video-streaming app in the U.S. and escalates the technological conflict between America and China.
- TikTok plans to take legal action against the Biden administration, citing concerns that the law could impede the free speech of millions of Americans.
- This requirement was incorporated into a bill providing foreign aid for Israel, Ukraine, and Taiwan, mandating ByteDance to sell its stake in TikTok within 12 months under the threat of closure.
Anker SOLIX X1: Modular battery system is official: Anker has introduced a new battery storage solution called SOLIX X1. The idea initially saved the German ...
stadt-bremerhaven.de/anker-solix-x1-modulares-batteriesystem-ist-offiziell/
EU's new right-to-repair rules force companies to repair out-of-warranty devices: The European Union's parliament has adopted a new right-to-repair directive ...
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Dropbox integrates new security solutions for businesses and more: Cloud storage provider Dropbox has new security features and faster and more convenient ...
stadt-bremerhaven.de/dropbox-2/
Reddit, AI spam bots explore new ways to show ads in your feed: Reddit says its "communities are naturally commercial."
arstechnica.com/gadgets/2024/04/reddit-sneaky-ai-spam-bots-compete-to-sell-you-stuff/
Senate passes bill that could ban TikTok: A bill that could ban TikTok is now all but certain to become law. The Senate approved a measure that requires ...
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Quick Glance: San Francisco's Real Estate Market in Turmoil
- The city of San Francisco, once seen as the shining star of the West Coast, is now on the verge of collapse, with seemingly no one raising the alarm.
- In particular, the city's housing market has been severely impacted over the past year, with prices plummeting and homeowners fleeing en masse.
- Jamie Dimon, CEO of JPMorgan Chase, did not hold back in his comparison of San Francisco's issues to those of New York City, stating that the Bay Area is 'in far worse shape.'
- San Francisco is failing in all aspects, leading to a quiet collapse of its housing market, where once luxurious properties are now being offered at significant discounts.
Former EKWB Employees say company has racist, hostile work environment, withholds overtime pay
tomshardware.com/tech-industry/former-ekwb-employees-say-company-has-racist-hostile-work-environment-withholds-overtime-pay
No more refunds after 100 hours: Steam closes Early Access playtime loophole: It's largely a win against scammers, but a simple policy doesn't fit all ...
arstechnica.com/gaming/2024/04/no-more-refunds-after-100-hours-steam-closes-early-access-playtime-loophole/
Stripe, doubling down on embedded finance, de-couples payments from the rest of its stack
techcrunch.com/2024/04/24/stripe-doubling-down-on-embedded-finance-de-couples-payments-from-the-rest-of-its-stack/
JioCinema launches 35-cent premium tier, stepping up rivalry with Netflix and Prime Video
techcrunch.com/2024/04/24/jiocinema-launches-35-cent-premium-tier-stepping-up-rivalry-with-netflix-and-prime-video/
HMD presents its first own smartphone series: Pulse, Pulse+ and Pulse Pro: Most of our readers are familiar with HMD, which has produced smartphones under the ...
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Chrome: Update against critical vulnerability: Many of you will probably use Chrome on your desktop computer. There is now an update waiting ...
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Meross: MSS315 smart socket gets a standby killer: Smart sockets from Meross are still a cheap alternative for many people for switching devices via voice ...
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Signal allows nicknames and notes for contacts: What’s new with Messenger Signal. So far, Signal displays the name of contacts as stored in your phone's contacts ...
stadt-bremerhaven.de/signal-erlaubt-spitznamen-und-notizen-fuer-kontakte/
Seed-stage firm Eniac Ventures raises $220M across two funds: Eniac has raised $60 million for Select 1, the firm’s vehicle for follow-on later-stage investments ...
techcrunch.com/2024/04/24/seed-stage-firm-eniac-ventures-raises-220m-across-two-funds/
The spam came from inside the house: How a smart TV can choke a Windows PC: The curious case of a living room screen making Windows' Settings app disappear.
arstechnica.com/gadgets/2024/04/the-spam-came-from-inside-the-house-how-a-smart-tv-can-choke-a-windows-pc/
Quick Glance: Responsibility for Hitting a House with a Golf Shot
- Hitting a house with a golf shot requires a proper response, similar to a traffic accident hit-and-run situation.
- While homeowners on golf courses are often seen as self-reliant, both law and etiquette dictate that a golfer is responsible for damages.
- Ignoring responsibility after damaging a house can lead to legal consequences, emphasizing the importance of maintaining proper ethical behavior.
- Although the homeowner's reaction may vary, it is always crucial to take ownership and handle the situation appropriately.
NVIDIA CEO, Jensen Huang, To Host Computex 2024 Keynote on 2nd June In Taipei: NVIDIA has announced that CEO, Jensen Huang, will be hosting the company's ...
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Silicon Valley models value of noncompete ban: Some old technology is being put to good use. Silicon Valley, and its many successful startups ...
reuters.com/legal/litigation/silicon-valley-models-value-noncompete-ban-2024-04-24/
TikTok Lite axes ‘addictive as cigarettes’ reward-to-watch feature under the EU’s watchful eye
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Dell Inspiron 14 Plus (7440): A capable contender in the 14-inch slimline crowd
uk.pcmag.com/laptops/152002/dell-inspiron-14-plus-7440
Tell us: what’s your favourite everyday gadget?: We would like to hear about your favourite, most useful everyday utensil
theguardian.com/technology/2024/apr/24/tell-us-whats-your-favourite-everyday-gadget
Hackers are carrying out ransomware experiments in developing countries: Businesses in Africa, Asia, and South America hit before moving on to western targets.
ft.com/content/53758c43-9349-4f01-9c2c-b452822a3e7e
The Best Password Managers for 2024: Stop splashing your kid's birthday and your pets' names across the web. Our top-rated password managers help you create a ...
pcmag.com/picks/the-best-password-managers
Spotify turns up volume to make record profits: The music streaming service reports record profits of over €1bn (£860m) after laying off 1500 staff.
bbc.com/news/business-68884501
Grab This Two-Pack Smart Plug for Less Than $20: A smart plug can majorly upgrade any outlet, and now you can get a pair of them for a low price.
cnet.com/deals/grab-this-two-pack-smart-plug-for-less-than-20/
Get $70 Off This Funky Soundcore Motion X500 Bluetooth Portable Speaker: Taking the music with you just got $70 cheaper, thanks to a deal on Soundcore's popular ...
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World-first satellites for commercial science set for launch in 2025: A British startup aims to launch science satellites into space in 2025 after raising a ...
thenextweb.com/news/blue-skies-space-science-satellites-launch-2025
Chrome: Abolition of third-party cookies continues to be delayed: The topic of "Chrome and the abolition of third-party cookies" has been around for a long time ...
stadt-bremerhaven.de/chrome-abschaffung-von-drittanbieter-cookies-verzoegert-sich-weiter/
AMD Strix Point “Ryzen 9” APU With 12 Zen 5 Cores, 24 MB L3 Cache Spotted, Impressive Multi-…
wccftech.com/amd-strix-point-ryzen-apu-12-zen-5-cores-24-mb-l3-cache-spotted-impressive-multi-core-performance/
After bad quarterly figures: How a cheap Tesla should turn things around: Tesla plans to expand its vehicle portfolio. In the future, the manufacturer also wants ...
t3n.de/news/tesla-plant-guenstige-elektroautos-1620991/
Quick Glance: Tesla: Prices Reduced in Germany - Musk's Strategies
- Tesla lowers prices in Germany to increase inventory and sales.
- Elon Musk addresses price complaints and emphasizes the need for flexible pricing.
- Buyers of Tesla vehicles during expensive phases may face depreciation.
- Tesla implements additional measures to boost sales, such as price cuts in the USA and adjustments in the Supercharger network.
Act Fast, This Jackery Power Station Is Back Down to Its All-Time Low Price: This portable power station is back down to the lowest price we’ve seen ...
cnet.com/deals/act-fast-this-jackery-power-station-is-back-to-its-all-time-low-price/
Meta presents new Ray-Ban Smart Glasses models for 2024: Glasses in smart and with Meta AI - this has also been available in Germany since last year thanks to ...
stadt-bremerhaven.de/meta-stellt-neue-ray-ban-smart-glasses-modelle-fuer-2024-vor/
Grindr users seek payouts after dating app shared HIV status with vendors: Grindr admitted sharing HIV status with software firms in 2018, said it stopped.
arstechnica.com/tech-policy/2024/04/grindr-users-seek-payouts-after-dating-app-shared-hiv-status-with-vendors/
Quick Glance: Lawsuit Alleges Grindr's Unauthorized HIV Status Disclosure
- A group of 670 individuals have joined a class action lawsuit against LGBTQ+ dating app Grindr in the UK seeking damages for the alleged unauthorized disclosure of HIV status and other sensitive data to third parties.
- The lawsuit claims that Grindr violated UK data protection laws by sharing user data without consent, particularly data disclosed before April 3, 2018, and between May 25, 2018, and April 7, 2020.
- Researchers from SINTEF in 2018 published information indicating that Grindr was sharing user data, including HIV status, with analytics companies, sparking intense criticism and prompting changes to the company's privacy policy.
- Grindr was fined 65 million Norwegian kroner for violating GDPR consent rules, leading to further legal issues in the US.
3 things we will miss when the boomers leave the labor market: It won't be long before the majority of boomers are no longer part of the labor market ...
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Google-backed Glance pilots Android lockscreen platform in US: Glance, which operates a popular lockscreen platform targeting Android smartphones ...
techcrunch.com/2024/04/23/india-glance-pilots-android-lockscreen-platform-in-us/
Leicester streetlights take ransomware attack personally, shine on 24/7: City council says it lost control after shutting down systems
theregister.com/2024/04/23/leicester_streetlights_ransomware/
GoWise’s Steam Air Fryer Is an Intriguing Combo Cooker: GoWise’s countertop device combines two different cooking functions: air frying and steaming ...
wired.com/review/gowise-steam-air-fryer/
Hackers infect users of antivirus service that delivered updates over HTTP: eScan AV updates were delivered over HTTP for five years.
arstechnica.com/security/2024/04/hackers-infect-users-of-antivirus-service-that-delivered-updates-over-http/
“Thermonator” for almost $10,000: US company sells robot dog with flamethrower: The US company Throwflame has been selling flamethrowers since 2015 ...
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Rocket launches in the North Sea from summer: After delays, an alliance around the Bremen space company OHB wants to launch the first small rockets as a test ...
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Researcher extracts Microsoft DRM keys and downloads Netflix movies: Microsoft's copy protection PlayReady for VoD content has holes. A security researcher is ...
heise.de/news/Forscher-extrahiert-DRM-Schluessel-von-Microsoft-und-laedt-Netflix-Filme-runter-9696020.html
Explicit Internet Memes Are Breaking the US Child Sexual Abuse Reporting System: The images can be so 'graphic' that they're reported to the NCMEC's CyberTipline ...
pcmag.com/news/explicit-internet-memes-are-breaking-the-us-child-sexual-abuse-reporting
Keep Bugs Out of Your Kitchen With These Common Houseplants: Venus flytraps aren't the only plants that can keep unwanted insects from invading your space.
cnet.com/home/best-house-plants-to-deter-bugs/
Tomorrow, TechCrunch Early Stage 2024 takes over Boston: Tomorrow is the day we’ve all been waiting for! TechCrunch Early Stage 2024 kicks off in Boston ...
techcrunch.com/2024/04/24/tomorrow-techcrunch-early-stage-2024-takes-over-boston/
Madica, a program by Flourish Ventures, steps up pre-seed investing in Africa: Madica, an investment program launched by US-based investor Flourish Ventures to ...
techcrunch.com/2024/04/24/madica-pre-seed-program/
Voyager 1 is sending data again: How NASA repaired the probe from billions of kilometers away
t3n.de/news/voyager-1-reperatur-aus-milliarden-kilometern-entfernung-1620641/
Quick Glance: Voyager 1 Sends Usable Data to Earth Again
- Launched in 1977, Voyager 1's mission is to explore interstellar space.
- After sending unreadable data for months, a fix was found for the issue.
- Experts repaired a faulty chip in the Flight Data Subsystem to resume sending readable data.
- The mission remains iconic, but the battery's longevity is uncertain as the probe continues its journey through the Milky Way.
Graph databases speaking the same language after ISO gives GQL the nod: Standards body adoption could help ease portability between vendors
theregister.com/2024/04/24/gql_iso_recognition/
The Build issue: Who says we can’t still build things? In this issue: a look at the robots we’ve always wanted; a new model for space exploration; and efforts to ...
technologyreview.com/magazines/the-build-issue/
Dating app Hinge introduces new security feature: The new “Hidden Words” feature hides unwanted words, phrases and emojis and is intended to give users more ...
heise.de/news/Dating-App-Hinge-fuehrt-neue-Sicherheitsfunktion-ein-9696821.html
Ex-Nasa engineer develops propulsion system that would contradict the laws of physics
t3n.de/news/ex-nasa-ingenieur-entwickelt-antrieb-der-den-gesetzen-der-physik-widersprechen-wuerde-1620855/
Tiny rubber spheres used to make a programmable fluid: The spheres collapse under pressure, giving the fluid very unusual properties.
arstechnica.com/science/2024/04/metafluid-gives-robotic-gripper-a-soft-touch/
Texture makes a bid to become the world’s go-to platform of the energy transition
techcrunch.com/2024/04/23/texture-seed-round/
Mandiant: Orgs are detecting cybercriminals faster than ever: The 'big victory for the good guys' shouldn't be celebrated too much, though
theregister.com/2024/04/23/mandiant_orgs_are_detecting_cybercrims/
The digital elite is going analog: "No laptop, no smartphone, no news": Silicon Valley has turned people into smartphone junkies. Now the tech masterminds are ...
berliner-zeitung.de/panorama/die-digitale-elite-erholt-sich-analog-kein-laptop-kein-smartphone-keine-news-li.2206601
Curving Terahertz Signals Around Obstacles For 6G: The first curved THz data link could boost faster data networks beyond 5G
spectrum.ieee.org/6g-network-curved-terahertz-signals
SAP cloud swells its topline, but profits slide: Cloud migration good for margins, CEO says
theregister.com/2024/04/23/sap_reports_steady_revenue_growth/
In Paramount takeover effort, Silicon Valley and Hollywood worlds collide: David Ellison, 41, would not be the first rich guy to arrive in Hollywood with a fat ...
reuters.com/business/media-telecom/silicon-valley-hollywood-worlds-collide-david-ellison-bids-paramount-2024-04-23/
Hinge adds a way to mute requests containing words you specify: Hinge is adding a “Hidden Words” feature to its app, which will filter out likes with comments ...
techcrunch.com/2024/04/24/hinge-adds-a-filter-for-words-and-phrases-you-want-to-avoid-while-getting-matches/
Seagate: Mozaic 3+ HAMR Hard Drives Can Last Over Seven Years: As Seagate ramps up shipments of its new heat assisted magnetic recording (HAMR)-based Mozaic 3+ ...
anandtech.com/show/21366/seagate-mozaic-3-hamr-hdds-can-last-over-seven-years
No more bike pictures: Why Captcha tests are becoming increasingly difficult: Captcha tests are intended to distinguish humans from bots on the Internet ...
t3n.de/news/warum-captcha-tests-immer-schwieriger-werden-bots-1620878/
Spotify hits record quarterly profit as it enters ‘new phase’: Pioneer of music streaming kicks off more mature era for its business after years of freer ...
ft.com/content/b6353fb2-a149-46ae-bb12-901e65d2c445
Worst case scenario occurs: cloud provider goes bankrupt due to hacker attack - Golem.de
golem.de/news/worst-case-szenario-tritt-ein-cloudanbieter-geht-durch-hackerangriff-pleite-2404-184481.html
AMD to Launch 2 Zen 4 APUs Without iGPUs for Budget DIY PCs: The company is expected to launch two budget-friendly APUs globally, adding to its Zen 4 lineup.
extremetech.com/computing/amd-to-launch-2-zen-4-apus-without-igpus-for-budget-diy-pcs
Campus, a community college startup, receives $23M Series A extension led by Founders Fund
techcrunch.com/2024/04/23/campus-a-community-college-startup-receives-23m-series-a-extension-led-by-founders-fund/
Readdle: Documents receives tool for transcribing: We have often reported here on the blog about the still very good Documents tool from Readdle ...
stadt-bremerhaven.de/readdle-documents-erhaelt-nuetzliches-transkribier-werkzeug/
Two widow founders launch DayNew, a social platform for people dealing with grief and trauma
techcrunch.com/2024/04/23/two-widow-founders-launch-daynew-a-social-platform-dedicated-to-people-dealing-with-grief-and-trauma/
Pokémon GO with a new look: They're still running around in droves: Pokémon GO players - although I suspect there have been a few less of them over the ...
stadt-bremerhaven.de/pokemon-go-mit-neuem-look/
Europol warns against secure end-to-end encryption with drastic words: "Our homes are becoming more dangerous than our streets as crime moves online ...
derstandard.at/story/3000000217085/europol-warnt-mit-drastischen-worten-vor-sicherer-ende-zu-ende-verschluesselung
Spotify: 20% more sales: Spotify increased prices in Germany at the end of last year - and it is not impossible that this will happen again soon. What...
stadt-bremerhaven.de/spotify-20-mehr-umsatz/
AMD Radeon RX 5700 XT Revisit: How Does It Compare Against the 7700 XT?: How usable is the Radeon 5700 XT in the latest and greatest games five years after its ...
techspot.com/review/2832-amd-radeon-5700-xt-revisit/
Nestlé baby foods loaded with unhealthy sugars—but only in poorer countries: Health experts say children under age 2 should have zero added sugars in their diets ...
arstechnica.com/science/2024/04/nestle-baby-foods-loaded-with-unhealthy-sugars-but-only-in-poorer-countries/
Audacity 3.5: Audio tool with tempo detection and non-destructive pitch shift: The developers have released Audacity 3.5. It can save directly to the cloud ...
heise.de/news/Audacity-3-5-Audio-Tool-mit-Tempo-Erkennung-und-zerstoerungsfreiem-Pitchshift-9694756.html
TechCrunch Early Stage Founder Summit 2024 | Boston, MA: Join TechCrunch's annual founder summit on April 25 where current & prospective startup founders ...
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