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Elderly use of social media and technology on the rise as isolated pensioners get connected - ABC Online

03-02-2017 23:53

ABC Online
Elderly use of social media and technology on the rise as isolated pensioners get connected
ABC Online
The number of older Australians embracing information technology is surging, research has found, with Skype, e-mail and even social media apps like Instagram becoming vital tools to keep the elderly connected. Griffith University socio-technology ...

Let's use technology transfer to drive growth - The Hill (blog)

03-02-2017 21:25

Let's use technology transfer to drive growth
The Hill (blog)
The U.S. government invests some $135 billion each year to advance science and technology (S&T) as the basis for breakthrough knowledge development and new innovations, of which around 20-30 percent is invested in successful technology transfer.and more »

Xiaomi Mi 5C to Launch Soon? All You Need to Know

03-02-2017 14:38

Recent leaks posted on a Chinese website GizChina inform about the 3C certification being received by Xiaomi Mi 5S, meaning that the phone could soon be available in the market.

UIDAI Shuts 24 Fraud Aadhaar Websites, Android Apps

03-02-2017 14:38

The Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) has also directed further 26 more such fraudulent and illegal websites or applications be closed down, an official statement said.

Apple to Make in India: Wistron Plant in Bengaluru Solely For iPhones

03-02-2017 14:38

Apple and the Indian government were, however, still discussing "the repatriation of long-term profits from local sales and exports."

Ghost in the system: has technology ruined horror films? - The Guardian

03-02-2017 13:41

The Guardian
Ghost in the system: has technology ruined horror films?
The Guardian
Nearly 12 years after The Ring Two – and 15 years after The Ring and 19 years after Ringu, the original Japanese horror movie that inspired it – Rings opens in theaters this Friday. The producers, Walter F Parkes and Laurie MacDonald, have stuck around ...and more »

US technology startups panic over immigration ban - Reuters

03-02-2017 13:07

Reuters
US technology startups panic over immigration ban
Reuters
Demonstrators participate in a protest by the Yemeni community against U.S. President Donald Trump's travel ban in the Brooklyn borough of New York, U.S., February 2, 2017. REUTERS/Lucas Jackson. By Heather Somerville and Kristina Cooke | SAN ...
Trump's Next Immigration Move to Hit Closer to Home for TechBloombergall 292 news articles »

Xiaomi Redmi Note 4 Vs ZTE Blade A2 Plus: Which One Should You Buy

03-02-2017 12:51

ZTE Blade A2 Plus competes head-on with the Redmi Note 4 in this fiercely-competitive price segment.

Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella to Visit India For Future Decoded Event in February

03-02-2017 12:51

Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella will visit India for the company’s flagship technology and business conference --Future Decoded-- in Mumbai, between February 21 and 22.

3 Billion Year Old 'Lost Continent' Found Under Mauritius in The Indian Ocean

03-02-2017 12:51

A team led by Professor Lewis Ashwal, from the University of the Witwatersrand in Johannesburg, South Africa, studied the mineral contents found in the rocks which were expelled from volcanic eruptions on the island.

Jakarta-Surabaya special train may use diesel technology - Jakarta Post

03-02-2017 11:26

Jakarta Post
Jakarta-Surabaya special train may use diesel technology
Jakarta Post
Jakarta-Surabaya special train may use diesel technology Coordinating Maritime Affairs Minister Luhut Pandjaitan (third from right) attends a hearing at the House of Representatives. (Antara/Puspa Perwitasari) ...

ZTE Blade A2 Plus With 5,000 mAh Battery Launched For Rs 11,999

03-02-2017 11:08

The ZTE Blade A2 Plus costs Rs 11,999.

Xiaomi Redmi Note 4 Went On Sale Today; Here's All You Need to Know

03-02-2017 11:08

Redmi Note 4 will be on sale on Mi.com and not on e-Commerce site Flipkart.

Oppo A57 Smartphone With 16-Megapixel Selfie Camera Launched at Rs 14,990

03-02-2017 11:08

The smartphone offers a 3GB RAM and an Internal storage of 32GB, which is expandable up to 256GB via microSD card.

Moto M Grey Colour to Go on Sale From Monday, to be Available for Rs 2,999 on Flipkart

03-02-2017 11:08

Flipkart is running a special exchange offer wherein you can exchange your old smartphone for the new Moto M and get up to INR 15,000 off.

Facebook Celebrates 13th Birthday With 'Friends Day' Theme

03-02-2017 11:08

Facebook hosted an event at its headquarters in Menlo Park, California, where members who have been using "Groups" to connect with friends around the world shared how technology made it easier for people to build truly global communities.

ASUS ROG Launches Strix GL553 Gaming Notebook at Rs 94,990

03-02-2017 11:08

The 15.6-inch GL553 offers a gamer-friendly keyboard powered by ASUS Aura with four distinct lighting areas for good gaming experiences in the dark.

EnBW, Bosch to cooperate in battery technology - Reuters

03-02-2017 11:00

Reuters
EnBW, Bosch to cooperate in battery technology
Reuters
A logo of German power supplier EnBW Energie Baden-Wuertemberg AG is pictured at the companies headquarters in Karlsruhe, Germany March 17, 2015. REUTERS/Ralph Orlowski/File Photo. 1/2. left. right. Jen-Hsun Huang, founder and CEO of Nvidia ...and more »

Chennai oil spill: Advance technology should be used to remove oil from Chennai waters, says DMK - Financial Express

03-02-2017 08:31

Financial Express
Chennai oil spill: Advance technology should be used to remove oil from Chennai waters, says DMK
Financial Express
The Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) on Friday slammed the Ennore port authorities for inadequate method of removing oil from the Chennai shoreline and called for using advance technology to clean the water. By: ANI | New Delhi | Published: February ...and more »

How iBeacon Technology Can Levitate Passenger Experience at Airports? - Minyanville.com

03-02-2017 07:49

How iBeacon Technology Can Levitate Passenger Experience at Airports?
Minyanville.com
This article is published in collaboration with Scutify, where you can find real-time markets and stock commentary from Robert Marcin, Cody Willard and others. Download the Scutify iOS App, the Scutify Android App or visit Scutify.com. iBeacon ...and more »

US Adjusts Sanctions on Selling Technology Goods in Russia

03-02-2017 07:15

Last December, President Barack Obama's administration completely prohibited US transactions with the FSB in retaliation for Russian interference in the November 8 election.

Uber: We Believe UberPOOL is Within Law

03-02-2017 07:15

Uber has also started a public petition urging Bangaloreans to support UberPOOL.

Uber Chief Travis Kalanick Quits Trump Advisory Group After Uproar

03-02-2017 07:15

Trump's advisory group was established last year and includes Tesla and SpaceX chief Elon Musk, as well as IBM chief executive Ginni Rometty.

Twitter Employees Donate $1.59 Million to Fight Immigration Ban by Donald Trump

03-02-2017 07:15

Nearly 1,000 employees donated the hefty amount to the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) to fight Trump's executive order on the temporary travel ban.

Nasscom Delegation to Visit Washington DC Over Visa Concerns

03-02-2017 07:15

The delegation will highlight and share information with the new US administration on direct jobs being created by Indian IT companies in the US.

Indian I-T Leaders to Lobby With Trump Officials on H-1B Visas

03-02-2017 07:15

India's software services industry is concerned about a bill introduced in the US Congress.

Centre Gives Nod For Six Light-Water Nuclear Reactors in Andhra

03-02-2017 07:15

The government is exploring the possibility of identifying a suitable site in coastal Andhra Pradesh for locating nuclear power plants with Russian cooperation.

Apple's Made-in-India Plans Welcomed by Karnataka Government

03-02-2017 07:15

The announcement was made as part of the visit of Apple CEO Tim Cook to India.

Apple Moves Closer to iPhone Assembly in India

03-02-2017 07:15

Apple is slowly moving forward with plans to assemble iPhones in the country.

US Adjusts Sanctions on Selling Technology Goods in Russia - News18

03-02-2017 06:32

News18
US Adjusts Sanctions on Selling Technology Goods in Russia
News18
The US Treasury adjusted sanctions on selling technology goods to Russia, including expanding exemptions for the Federal Security Service (FSB), the former KGB spy agency, the entity tasked with authorising licenses for importing technology. The move ...
Donald Trump's changes to Russia technology sanctions aren't as shady as they soundThe Vergeall 156 news articles »

How SMBs can lead the innovation race with cloud technology - Techworld Australia

03-02-2017 05:08

How SMBs can lead the innovation race with cloud technology
Techworld Australia
Small and medium sized businesses' (SMBs) increasing adoption of cloud-based enterprise technology is transforming the way they compete with larger firms, enter new markets, and drive higher levels of productivity and innovation. Australian SMBs have ...and more »

Uber Chief quits Donald Trump Advisory Group After Uproar

03-02-2017 04:04

Trump's advisory group was established last year and includes Tesla and SpaceX chief Elon Musk, as well as IBM chief executive Ginni Rometty.

Separate Law to Delink Information from Internet Not Needed: Google Tells Delhi HC

03-02-2017 04:04

The company has contended that the petition is not only "misconceived" but also "legally untenable".

How Technology Can Create New Pathways For An Inclusive, Growing Africa - Huffington Post South Africa (blog)

03-02-2017 04:03

Huffington Post South Africa (blog)
How Technology Can Create New Pathways For An Inclusive, Growing Africa
Huffington Post South Africa (blog)
The “Africa Rising” narrative is increasingly giving way to that of “Aspiring Africa”, as the Base of the Pyramid shrinks and the new middle class burgeons. 03/02/2017 04:54 SAST | Updated 8 hours ago. Wim van der Beek Founder and managing partner of ...

Preparing for a new internet with technology's rapid pace of change - Irish Examiner

03-02-2017 01:51

Irish Examiner
Preparing for a new internet with technology's rapid pace of change
Irish Examiner
In the technology world, the pace of change is startlingly fast, says Bob Savage, vice president and managing director of Dell EMC Centres of Excellence EMEA. Photo credit: The first Dell EMC VEX Robotics tournament of the 2016/17 season, held at the ...and more »

Technology central to Kerry plan to tackle dumping - Irish Examiner

03-02-2017 01:49

Irish Examiner
Technology central to Kerry plan to tackle dumping
Irish Examiner
Technology will be central to a five-year plan adopted in Kerry to target “the persistent” problem of litter with smart phone apps, mobile cameras and CCTV all being deployed to stop illegal dumping. Killarney town council is to get tough on littering ...and more »

SDG&E rolling out new fuel cell technology to ease power outage disruptions - The San Diego Union-Tribune

03-02-2017 01:31

The San Diego Union-Tribune
SDG&E rolling out new fuel cell technology to ease power outage disruptions
The San Diego Union-Tribune
SDG&E is rolling out a hydrogen fuel cell units that use new technology to reduce the impact from power outages. Rob NikolewskiContact Reporter. At first glance, it looks like a storage refrigerator you might see in somebody's garage — and it runs ...and more »

The Great Wall of Technology - Texas Monthly (blog)

03-02-2017 00:43

Texas Monthly (blog)
The Great Wall of Technology
Texas Monthly (blog)
Donald Trump promised to build a “great, great wall on our southern border” and force Mexico to pay for it. But it is starting to look less like the Great Wall of China and more like the Great Wall of Technology—and Texas may already have paid for ...and more »