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Will Technology Make Ownership Obsolete? - Slate Magazine (blog)

17-10-2016 22:38 via slate.com

Slate Magazine (blog)
Will Technology Make Ownership Obsolete?
Slate Magazine (blog)
Why own anything when you can access everything? That's the promise of the emerging subscription-based and shared-economy business models enabled by information technologies. Whether you are in the market for software, a private jet, office space, ...

In drought-ridden California, a new fertilizer technology from KDC Ag could bring relief - TechCrunch

17-10-2016 21:36 via techcrunch.com

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In drought-ridden California, a new fertilizer technology from KDC Ag could bring relief
TechCrunch
Driving along the manicured streets of monied Los Angeles neighborhoods, it's a challenge to think of California as rain-starved and sun-choked. But a trip along Interstate 5 reveals a different world. Miles of browning grass stretch along the roadside ...

How Israel Became a Hub for Surveillance Technology - The Intercept - The Intercept

17-10-2016 21:36 via theintercept.com

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How Israel Became a Hub for Surveillance Technology - The Intercept
The Intercept
In 1948, the year Israel was founded, the Mer Group was established as a metal workshop. Today it's a much different company. It operates a dozen subsidiaries ...and more »

Defense Technology And Games 'Biofeedback' Software To Track ... - Forbes

17-10-2016 20:05 via forbes.com

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Defense Technology And Games 'Biofeedback' Software To Track ...
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We are used to playing video games that use a certain degree of logic to track our in-game movements and blast us away to make us lose a life. Now though...and more »

Samsung Electronics Invests Rs 1,970 Crore in its Noida Plant

17-10-2016 18:12

Samsung India Electronics today announced expansion of its Noida plant with an investment of Rs 1,970 crore.

OnePlus Announces Re 1 Diwali Dash Sale: All You Need to Know

17-10-2016 18:12

The OnePlus Diwali Dash Sale will be held between October 24 and 26, each day at 12PM, 4PM and 8PM.

Huawei Honor 8 Sold Out Within 48 Hours

17-10-2016 18:12

At a price of Rs 29,999, the Honor 8 comes loaded with a second-generation 12-megapixel dual camera system.

Gionee P7 Max with Android M, Octa-core Processor, 3GB RAM Launched at Rs 13,999

17-10-2016 18:12

Gionee P7 Max smartphone is Reliance Jio compatible.

Walter and Eliza Hall Institute use Google Earth inspired technology to outsmart chemotherapy - Herald Sun

17-10-2016 17:10 via heraldsun.com.au

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Walter and Eliza Hall Institute use Google Earth inspired technology to outsmart chemotherapy
Herald Sun
MELBOURNE researchers have used technology inspired by Google Earth to film leukaemia cells outsmarting chemotherapy, potentially paving the way for new treatments. A type of microscopic CCTV effectively allows scientists to spy on cancer cells as they ...and more »

Panasonic Eluga Tapp with Android M, 5-inch Screen, Fingerprint Scanner, VoLTE at Rs 8,990

17-10-2016 16:43

Panasonic Eluga Tapp is powered by a 1.25GHz quad-core processor with 2GB of RAM and 16GB of internal storage with support for up to 32GB microSD cards.

Moto Z and Moto Z Play to go on Sale Tonight: Review, Moto Mods, Video And More

17-10-2016 16:43

Moto Z and Moto Z Play will finally go on sale tonight (October 17) at 11:59pm on Flipkart and Amazon.in at a price of Rs 39,999 and Rs 24,999 respectively.

Skill development digital platform UNO Learn launched

17-10-2016 15:57

PositiveShift International today announced the launch of UNO Learn, a web, mobile and digital TV skill development digital platform to offer skill development courses from industry experts and universities.
The post Skill development digital platform UNO Learn launched appeared first on The Financial Express.

World Bank CIO: Digital Transformation Includes Use Of Drone Technology - Forbes

17-10-2016 15:32 via forbes.com

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World Bank CIO: Digital Transformation Includes Use Of Drone Technology
Forbes
When I last interviewed the World Bank Group CIO Stephanie von Friedeburg, we covered her unusual path to become the first ever CIO across the Bank as a whole. She had spent many years in the field, largely in the former Soviet States, including Russia ...

Amazon Great Indian Festive Sale: Top 5 Deals on Android Smartphones

17-10-2016 15:17

Amazon Great Indian Festive sale will last till October 20.

Medical Technology Sales To Hit $500B Within Five Years - Forbes

17-10-2016 15:01 via forbes.com

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Medical Technology Sales To Hit $500B Within Five Years
Forbes
Despite global challenges and escalating consolidation, the medical device and technology market will eclipse $500 billion in sales by 2021, according to a new analysis. The optimistic outlook comes despite the economic slowdown in China and various ...and more »

Why Vishal Sikka-led Infosys has split its 4 big verticals into 15 smaller units with industry heads

17-10-2016 14:31

Seeking to sharpen client focus, Infosys under CEO Vishal Sikka has decided to split its four verticals into 15 smaller units.The post Why Vishal Sikka-led Infosys has split its 4 big verticals into 15 smaller units with industry heads appeared first on The Financial Express.

Panasonic launches ‘Eluga Tapp’ smartphone at Rs 8,990

17-10-2016 14:26

Panasonic India on Monday launched a new smartphone "Eluga Tapp" with a faster front fingerprint scanner at Rs 8,990.
The post Panasonic launches ‘Eluga Tapp’ smartphone at Rs 8,990 appeared first on The Financial Express.

Samsung Opens Note 7 Replacement Counter at Seoul Airport

17-10-2016 13:51

In September, the company had recalled around 2.5 million units and was forced to permanently withdraw the device from the market when the problem persisted.

Japan Bans Galaxy Note 7 on Airplanes Over Fire Risk

17-10-2016 13:51

The weekend announcement from Japan's transport ministry follows an earlier warning that asked airlines to urge passengers not to turn on or charge the smartphones on aircraft.

IIT-Kharagpur Students Developing Fully Indigenous Drones

17-10-2016 13:51

The drones, being developed under the institute's Aerial Robotics Kharagpur (ARK) initiative, are being given shape at the Centre for Excellence in Robotics, funded by the Sponsored Research & Industrial Consultancy (SRIC) facility of the Institute.

Science and technology will make mental and emotional wellbeing scalable, accessible, and cheap - TechCrunch

17-10-2016 12:31 via techcrunch.com

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Science and technology will make mental and emotional wellbeing scalable, accessible, and cheap
TechCrunch
Nichol Bradford is the CEO and Founder of Willow Group, a Transformative Technology Company, and the co-founder and executive director of the Transformative Technology Lab at Sofia University. How to join the network. Ask yourself a simple question.and more »

Twitter Dedicates Special Emoji For Bigg Boss 10

17-10-2016 12:30

When people tweet using hashtags like #BiggBoss, #BiggBoss10 and #BB10, the eye symbol of the show will be activated next to the hashtag.

India-Pak War? This Site Simulates Casualties if We Nuke Each Other

17-10-2016 11:05

Alex Wellerstein who's an Assistant Professor in Science and Technology Studies, College of Arts and Letters, Stevens Institute of Technology has a nuclear effects simulator that can calculate Indo-Pak Nuclear war effects.

Diwali With Mi: Xiaomi Offers Discounts on Redmi Phones, Mi 5, Mi Max And More

17-10-2016 11:05

Xiaomi is offering discounts and gifts for buyers who shop from its website or app between October 17 and 19 under Diwali with Mi sale.

U.S. Companies Brace for Climate-Friendly Alternatives in Cooling Systems

17-10-2016 09:49

150 nations struck a global agreement on ways to phase down HFC gases, which are currently used in air-cooling systems and refrigerators,

Tesla Motors and Panasonic to Collaborate on Solar Cells Production

17-10-2016 09:49

Panasonic is already working with Tesla to supply batteries for the Model 3, its first mass-market car.

This Panasonic TV is Invisible And Looks Like a Glass Window Pane

17-10-2016 08:38

According to Panasonic, the invisible television is likely to hit the market in the next three years.

Samsung Moves On Says it Has Started Mass Production of 10-nanometre Chips

17-10-2016 08:38

Samsung said in a statement a tech product launching early next year will use chips made with its 10-nanometre production technology without specifying the device.

S. Korea Economy Will Meet 2016 Growth Forecast Despite Samsung Note 7 Risk

17-10-2016 08:38

South Korea's economic growth is still expected to meet the government's expectations this year.

Facebook Signs Up for EU's Privacy Shield Data Treaty

17-10-2016 08:38

Privacy Shield, a replacement deal that was designed to provide extra safeguards for Europeans, came into force in July. Google and Microsoft have already adopted the treaty.

Facebook Messenger to Get Data Saver Mode to Save Your Mobile Internet Bill

17-10-2016 08:38

With Facebook Messenger data saver mode on, users have to tap to select each specific photo and video they wish to view.

Xiaomi Diwali sale : Flash sales to begin at 2 pm, Mi Note 3 available at Re 1

17-10-2016 07:59

Xiaomi Flash sale : Chinese tech giant Xiaomi started its Diwali flash sale on its official Mi.com website on Monday.
The post Xiaomi Diwali sale : Flash sales to begin at 2 pm, Mi Note 3 available at Re 1 appeared first on The Financial Express.

Xiaomi Diwali sale ends for the day, Flash sales to begin at 2 pm

17-10-2016 07:59

Xiaomi Flash sale : Chinese tech giant Xiaomi started its Diwali flash sale on its official Mi.com website on Monday.
The post Xiaomi Diwali sale ends for the day, Flash sales to begin at 2 pm appeared first on The Financial Express.

Technology Park closer to redevelopment, after money dispute - The Sydney Morning Herald

17-10-2016 07:48 via smh.com.au

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Technology Park closer to redevelopment, after money dispute
The Sydney Morning Herald
A new $430 million home for the Commonwealth Bank at Australian Technology Park at Redfern is a step closer to development – but not before driving a split ...and more »

Amazon ‘Great Indian Festival’ sale: From Samsung Galaxy On7 Pro to Xiaomi Mi Max Prime, check today’s top 5 deals on smartphones

17-10-2016 07:46

The festival sale bonanza are still not over! Amazon is back with the second edition of 'Great Indian Festival' that begins today and will end on till October 20.The post Amazon ‘Great Indian Festival’ sale: From Samsung Galaxy On7 Pro to Xiaomi Mi Max Prime, check today’s top 5 deals on smartphones appeared first on The Financial Express.

KVIC to launch e-commerce portal soon

17-10-2016 05:56

Trying to encash on fast growing e-commerce sector and increasing demand for khadi products in the country, the KVIC has submitted a proposal to launch its online portal to the Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME).

EY cuts partner profits to pay for technology upgrades - The Telegraph - Telegraph.co.uk

17-10-2016 01:01 via telegraph.co.uk

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EY cuts partner profits to pay for technology upgrades - The Telegraph
Telegraph.co.uk
Partners at the accountancy giant EY have been paid 5pc less this year on average to fund the firm's spending on technology and new recruits. The business ...and more »

Will Technology Make Ownership Obsolete? - Slate Magazine (blog)

In drought-ridden California, a new fertilizer technology from KDC Ag could bring relief - TechCrunch

How Israel Became a Hub for Surveillance Technology - The Intercept - The Intercept

Defense Technology And Games 'Biofeedback' Software To Track ... - Forbes

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Samsung Electronics Invests Rs 1,970 Crore in its Noida Plant

OnePlus Announces Re 1 Diwali Dash Sale: All You Need to Know

Huawei Honor 8 Sold Out Within 48 Hours

Gionee P7 Max with Android M, Octa-core Processor, 3GB RAM Launched at Rs 13,999

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Walter and Eliza Hall Institute use Google Earth inspired technology to outsmart chemotherapy - Herald Sun

Panasonic Eluga Tapp with Android M, 5-inch Screen, Fingerprint Scanner, VoLTE at Rs 8,990

Moto Z and Moto Z Play to go on Sale Tonight: Review, Moto Mods, Video And More

Skill development digital platform UNO Learn launched

World Bank CIO: Digital Transformation Includes Use Of Drone Technology - Forbes

Amazon Great Indian Festive Sale: Top 5 Deals on Android Smartphones

Medical Technology Sales To Hit $500B Within Five Years - Forbes

Why Vishal Sikka-led Infosys has split its 4 big verticals into 15 smaller units with industry heads

Panasonic launches ‘Eluga Tapp’ smartphone at Rs 8,990

Samsung Opens Note 7 Replacement Counter at Seoul Airport

Japan Bans Galaxy Note 7 on Airplanes Over Fire Risk

IIT-Kharagpur Students Developing Fully Indigenous Drones

Science and technology will make mental and emotional wellbeing scalable, accessible, and cheap - TechCrunch

Twitter Dedicates Special Emoji For Bigg Boss 10

India-Pak War? This Site Simulates Casualties if We Nuke Each Other

Diwali With Mi: Xiaomi Offers Discounts on Redmi Phones, Mi 5, Mi Max And More

U.S. Companies Brace for Climate-Friendly Alternatives in Cooling Systems

Tesla Motors and Panasonic to Collaborate on Solar Cells Production

This Panasonic TV is Invisible And Looks Like a Glass Window Pane

Samsung Moves On Says it Has Started Mass Production of 10-nanometre Chips

S. Korea Economy Will Meet 2016 Growth Forecast Despite Samsung Note 7 Risk

Facebook Signs Up for EU's Privacy Shield Data Treaty

Facebook Messenger to Get Data Saver Mode to Save Your Mobile Internet Bill

Xiaomi Diwali sale : Flash sales to begin at 2 pm, Mi Note 3 available at Re 1

Xiaomi Diwali sale ends for the day, Flash sales to begin at 2 pm

Technology Park closer to redevelopment, after money dispute - The Sydney Morning Herald

Amazon ‘Great Indian Festival’ sale: From Samsung Galaxy On7 Pro to Xiaomi Mi Max Prime, check today’s top 5 deals on smartphones

KVIC to launch e-commerce portal soon

EY cuts partner profits to pay for technology upgrades - The Telegraph - Telegraph.co.uk