Technology news

• Facebook finally responds to New Zealand on Christchurch attack

  29-03-2019 23:57 via theguardian.com
  After two weeks of criticism, Sheryl Sandberg published a letter saying the company is exploring live stream video restrictionsTwo weeks after a terrorist used Facebook to broadcast live video while he massacred 50 Muslim worshippers in New Zealand, the company has broken its silence in the country by publishing a letter from Sheryl Sandberg in the New Zealand Herald.Sandberg, Facebook’s chief operating officer, said the company is “exploring” placing restrictions on who can li
  
  Read more

• Hackers publish details on critical Magento flaw

  29-03-2019 23:40 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  The Magento e-commerce platform could soon face a number of attacks after hackers publicly released code that exploits a critical vulnerability in its systems which could be used to plant payment card skimmers on sites that have not yet been updated.PRODSECBUG-2198 is the name of the SQL injection vulnerability that attackers can exploit without the need for authentication.Any hacker that can obtain user names and crack the password hashes protecting these credentials could theoretically exploit
  
  Read more

• Whoops, Google might have leaked the new Nest Hub Max smart speaker

  29-03-2019 23:39 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Whoops, Google might’ve just leaked the new Nest Hub Max, a new smart speaker that has a 10-inch HD screen, a built-in Nest security camera and stereo speakers.The description for the new smart home hub appeared for a brief moment on Google’s Connected Home section of its storefront before it was spotted by Android Police, who was kind enough to take screenshots of the product before Google scrambled all the information. According to the information Android Police found, the spe
  
  Read more

• Forex firm TransferWise to sell stake in new fundraising round: sources

  29-03-2019 23:19
  TransferWise Ltd, the money transfer startup whose investors include entrepreneur Richard Branson and PayPal Holdings Inc founders Peter Thiel and Max Levchin, is seeking to sell a stake in itself in a new fundraising round, people familiar with the matter said on Friday.
  
  Read more

• Advertisement

• Card breach reported at Buca di Beppo, Planet Hollywood, and other restaurants

  29-03-2019 22:37 via zdnet.com
  Impacted restaurants include Buca di Beppo, Earl of Sandwich, Planet Hollywood, Chicken Guy!, Mixology, and Tequila Taqueria.
  
  Read more

• Indian IT firm Mindtree's co-founders wage furious battle against L&T's hostile takeover

  29-03-2019 22:27 via zdnet.com
  The eighth-largest Indian IT outfit is being courted by one of India's oldest engineering outfits, L&T, in a hostile takeover, and the IT firms's co-founders are going stir-crazy fending them off.
  
  Read more

• Apple, in rare reversal, pulls plug on wireless charging mat

  29-03-2019 21:55
  Apple Inc on Friday said it is canceling the AirPower wireless charging mat that the company announced in 2017 on the same day as its iPhone X, a rare public retreat for the gadget maker known for splashy product launches.
  
  Read more

• AirPower canceled: Apple says wireless charging mat wasn’t up to standards

  29-03-2019 21:39 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  We've been checking for the Apple AirPower release date every day, but there's no need to do that anymore, as Apple has officially canceled the project altogether.AirPower, the wireless charging mat Apple revealed a year and a half ago, first showed up at the iPhone X launch event. That was September 12, 2017, or 563 days ago.It promised to Qi-charge three devices at once anywhere you laid them down on the mat. So you could simply drop your iPhone XS Max, AirPods 2019 and Apple Watch 4 onto the
  
  Read more

• Advertisement

• 12 great tech deals to check out this weekend

  29-03-2019 21:34 via zdnet.com
  The weekend is here! And there's no better way to relax than to do a little online shopping. You can save big bucks on Philips Hue smart bulbs, a robot vacuum, the Google Home Hub, a GoPro, and more. Treat yo self.
  
  Read more

• Nvidia may be developing its own smart home device with hologram tech

  29-03-2019 21:07 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  The smart home seems to be the space every major tech company wants to occupy, and it appears that Nvidia may be next in line. Evidence of a smart speaker-like device with holographic capabilities from Nvidia was spotted by an anonymous source for Wccftech.
  Image Credit: Wccftech
  The source spotted and took a photo of a commuter on a Caltrain in California working on a slideshow slide. The slide depicts a piece of hardware and included deadlines for developers to submit code for skills for the l
  
  Read more

• PCs sales increase in Brazil

  29-03-2019 21:01 via zdnet.com
  The segment experienced growth in 2018, but predictions aren't looking great for this year, analysts say.
  
  Read more

• The best Windows tablets 2019: all of the top Windows tablets reviewed

  29-03-2019 20:06 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  The best Windows 10 tablets are getting better by the minute. Not only are they great for watching Netflix or playing some casual games, but because of their lightweight designs and powerful components, they’re among the best 2-in-1 laptops you can buy. It’s easy to see why they’re so universally praised as being the best of both worlds. This is all thanks to the versatility of the best Windows 10 tablets. From thin and light showstoppers like the Acer Switch 5 to power hu
  
  Read more

• The best Ultrabooks 2019: top thin and light laptops reviewed

  29-03-2019 20:05 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  The best Ultrabooks won’t just be able to get work done, but they’re also a status symbol of sorts. Just think about it: you’re sitting at a coffee shop, where everyone is either using a Chromebook or some big and bulky laptop relic. Then, you whip out an Ultrabook – a thinner, lighter, faster and more attractive laptop, rocking the best processors and SSDs on the market.These thin and light beauties are as much about portability as they are about sheer horsepower. The be
  
  Read more

• The best rugged laptops of 2019: we test drop-proof laptops for working outside

  29-03-2019 20:04 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Let’s say you work on a busy construction site, or maybe you just tend to drop laptops a lot – the best rugged laptops really can make a difference. Even in the most extreme environments, the best rugged laptops are built to last, and will survive all kinds of drops, knocks and spills. But, where are the best rugged laptops? Well, you’ve come to the right place: we’ve scoured the web, looking for the best rugged laptops, and they’ll all handle everything you can thr
  
  Read more

• Best Mac 2019: the best Macs to buy this year

  29-03-2019 20:03 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  The new MacBook Air, not to mention macOS Mojave and a new Mac mini are all finally here, and the best Macs have never been better. And, if you want to get your hands on one of the best Macs, keep in mind that specs, performance and design mean way more in how they interact with the OS itself than any of them separately. That’s why it’s not really productive to compare a Mac to a Windows 10 machine.We did just get a new iMac, and we’re sure that more are on the way. But, even w
  
  Read more

• The best laptop for writers: the 10 best laptops for authors and journalists

  29-03-2019 20:01 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  If you’re a writer, or even if you’re a liberal arts student looking for the best laptop for school, you’ve come to the right place.We found some of the best laptops for writers you’ll find today, paying special attention to the specific needs that journalists and writers have when looking for the perfect device. Of course, this will have to include the best keyboards – you will be doing a lot of typing, after all. The best laptops for writers should also have a com
  
  Read more

• Saudi's Kingdom Holding to invest Careem proceeds in Europe, Saudi: CEO

  29-03-2019 20:01
  Saudi Arabian investment firm Kingdom Holding will put the proceeds from the sale of its stake in ride-hailing startup Careem toward $600 million in investments in the kingdom and Europe, its chief executive told Reuters on Friday.
  
  Read more

• Best laptops for kids 2019: the top laptops for kids in elementary school and beyond

  29-03-2019 20:01 via feedproxy.google.com
  
   These days, having a good laptop is completely necessary – and that’s especially true for your kids. The best laptops for kids will usually take the form of rugged and cheap tablets, but there will come a time when your child will have to graduate up to a full, traditional laptop. Whether it’s for school or for play, you’ll need to find the best laptop for kids.And, if your kids aren’t comfortable with Windows 10, don’t worry, the best Chromebooks are ex
  
  Read more

• The best laptops for mining 2018: top notebooks for mining cryptocurrencies

  29-03-2019 19:59 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  You don’t need a gigantic mining PC that chugs electricity to mine for cryptocurrency. With this list of the best mining laptops you can buy today, we’ve gathered up all the best laptops that can be used for mining. Before you head out and drop a wad of cash on the best gaming laptop to get your mining operation moving, you need to think about a few things. First, you need to figure out which cryptocurrency you’re going to pursue. And, even if you already have the best min
  
  Read more

• The best free tablet and PC games for children

  29-03-2019 19:59 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Welcome to our list of the best free games for kids on both tablet and PC. These free games have all been carefully picked to make sure they are appropriate for boys and girls.There are all kinds of horror stories out there about kids playing games. Back in the ‘80s and ‘90s, we were inundated by stories about how Pac-Man would bring about the end of society – kids shambling through maze-like streets, starving for a cyber pellet fix.That never happened, thankfully. In fact, res
  
  Read more

• Best free games: the top free games to download on PC

  29-03-2019 19:58 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Everyone loves free stuff, and when it comes to the best PC games, it’s especially true. There are so many free games out there right now. And, unlike Xbox and PlayStation, which have their own free game ecosystems through Xbox Games with Gold and PlayStation Plus, respectively, things work much differently if you have a gaming PC – the best free games take a dedicated approach.The best free games will be available from Steam, GOG and even (brace yourself) EA’s Origin client, d
  
  Read more

• The best 2-in-1 laptop 2019: find the best convertible laptop for your needs

  29-03-2019 19:56 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Over the last decade, we have fundamentally changed the way we use our laptops – thanks in large part to 2-in-1 laptops. The best 2-in-1 laptops come in every size and shape, and there’s nothing like flipping your laptop into tent mode to take in some Netflix after a long study session.Some of the top 2-in-1 laptops, like the Dell XPS 15 2-in-1, will come strapped with the best processors, and will be among the best laptops on the market right now. We can’t wait to see what the
  
  Read more

• Google revealed as unlikely go-between to help Trump-Cuba relations

  29-03-2019 19:40 via theguardian.com
  Tech firm has acted as US-Havana intermediary as memo says Cubans trust Google more than Trump administration Google has worked as an intermediary between the Trump administration and the Cuban government as it has sought a deal to improve internet access on the island, according to private remarks by Google’s manager in Havana. Related: Apple Arcade v Google Stadia: which is the future for video games?Continue reading...
  
  Read more

• How astronauts manage their mental health in space – from the ISS and beyond

  29-03-2019 19:00 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  When astronauts return to Earth, they often speak about the profound and awe-inspiring experience they had when they looked back down onto our small, blue planet. “All I know is I was stunned in a way that was completely unexpected,” NASA astronaut Nicole Stott told Inverse. “I felt connected,” Mae Jemison recalled. “For me, it was a connection back down to Earth. It was a connection with the rest of the universe.”Known as the Overview Effect, this mental shif
  
  Read more

• Tech Tent: Apple, Lyft and feel-good tech

  29-03-2019 18:58 via bbc.co.uk
  Lyft shares, Apple TV+, and those times when tech gets it right.
  
  Read more

• Only half of businesses think they can defend themselves against cyberattacks

  29-03-2019 18:14 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  New research from Kaspersky Lab has revealed that a visible gap exists between the preventative measures European IT decision-makers say their organizations take and those they actually implement.The cybersecurity firm surveyed IT decision makers from  Germany, the UK, France, Italy, Spain and Romania to reveal that while 83 percent said they take precautions to prevent cyberattacks, only 41 percent said they provide security training to all of their employees.Cybersecurity has gained more
  
  Read more

• Getac launches a ruggedized K120-Ex Windows 10 tablet for explosive environments

  29-03-2019 18:14 via zdnet.com
  Getac’s K120-Ex rugged Mil-spec touch-screen tablet is designed to run Windows 10 in hazardous areas where a single spark can cause flammable gasses or combustible dusts to explode
  
  Read more

• Russia police probe 'dark net' murder case

  29-03-2019 17:58 via bbc.co.uk
  Investigators are looking into claims that a killing was arranged and paid for via covert net forums.
  
  Read more

• Sony Xperia 10 Plus review: An affordable smartphone with a wide-screen display

  29-03-2019 17:06 via zdnet.com
  The Xperia 10 Plus's 21:9 screen equips it for video watching, but it more internal storage and better battery life would be welcome.
  
  Read more

• Lyft share price soars 20% in minutes on taxi app's stock market debut

  29-03-2019 17:04 via theguardian.com
  Ride-hailing company beats rival Uber in race to go publicMore than 30m shares to go on sale for estimated $72 each
  The ride-hailing company Lyft made its stock market debut on Friday and soared over 20% in the first few minutes of trading as investors snapped up the first in a series of hotly anticipated tech sales.Lyft is the first of a raft of tech “unicorns” – private companies valued at over $1bn – set to make their initial public offerings this year, the share sale
  
  Read more

• Researchers publish list of MAC addresses targeted in ASUS hack

  29-03-2019 16:50 via zdnet.com
  Most of the targeted MAC addresses are used by ASUStek, Intel, and AzureWave devices.
  
  Read more

• Huawei's designer smart glasses actually look good (and do refreshingly little)

  29-03-2019 15:42 via zdnet.com
  Buried in a slew of recent product launches, paired down smart glasses could be a small but important step toward an AR future for mobile computing.
  
  Read more

• BlackBerry Q4 tops estimates on strong IP and licensing revenue

  29-03-2019 15:02 via zdnet.com
  CEO John Chen noted on the company's earnings conference call that BlackBerry will reorganize into three business units for fiscal 2020.
  
  Read more

• Microsoft to Windows 10 users: Are we doing a good job warning you on update bugs?

  29-03-2019 14:58 via zdnet.com
  Microsoft wants to know if changes to the update history page have helped its 800 million Windows 10 users.
  
  Read more

• Daimler buys Torc Robotics stake for self-driving trucks

  29-03-2019 14:51
  Daimler Trucks has agreed to buy a majority stake in self-driving truck software maker Torc Robotics as part of a broader push to develop autonomous vehicles.
  
  Read more

• Google security engineer discloses zero-day flaw in TP-Link smart home routers

  29-03-2019 14:06 via zdnet.com
  The zero-day vulnerability was disclosed publicly after TP-Link failed to respond.
  
  Read more

• Cheaper iPhone, Mac repairs: Apple slightly loosens its grip on who mends your devices

  29-03-2019 13:56 via zdnet.com
  Apple lifts restrictions on third-party repairs but still retains tight control over the supply chain.
  
  Read more

• SOS, IT pros: US is being attacked with its own technology

  29-03-2019 13:44 via zdnet.com
  The US is being systematically attacked by Russia with our own digital technology, leaving IT professionals on the front line of this war. Here's what we need to do.
  
  Read more

• Facebook begins new EU political ads rules

  29-03-2019 13:42 via bbc.co.uk
  The new rules, are part of attempts by the social network to clamp down on election abuse.
  
  Read more

• Toyota announces second security breach in the last five weeks

  29-03-2019 13:37 via zdnet.com
  Toyota Japan says hackers might have stolen details of 3.1 million Toyota and Lexus car owners.
  
  Read more

• Microsoft Outlook on web gets smarter: AI features save time setting up meetings

  29-03-2019 13:28 via zdnet.com
  Microsoft aims to cut the hassle of arranging meetings for Office 365 users with AI email and calendar suggestions.
  
  Read more

• The best VPNs to keep your browsing safe and secure

  29-03-2019 13:24
  
  The WIRED guide to the best free and paid-for VPNs for Windows, Mac, iOS and Android
  
  Read more

• NSA contractor pleads guilty to data theft

  29-03-2019 13:19 via bbc.co.uk
  The former programmer could get a jail sentence of nine years for stealing terabytes of sensitive data.
  
  Read more

• FireEye debuts Windows Commando VM as Linux Kali rival

  29-03-2019 12:42 via zdnet.com
  The toolkit is aimed at filling a gap in the Windows-based penetration testing space.
  
  Read more

• Seven out of ten Americans are comfortable with IoT tech in the home

  29-03-2019 12:39 via zdnet.com
  Most of us own at least one smart product in our homes – but how often do we actually use them?
  
  Read more

• VPN providers pull Russian servers as Putin's ban threatens to bite

  29-03-2019 12:13 via zdnet.com
  VPN services told to connect their systems to a Russian blacklist of banned websites or face the consequences.
  
  Read more

• Hundreds of compromised Wordpress and Joomla websites are serving up malware to visitors

  29-03-2019 12:07 via zdnet.com
  Researchers see a spike in compromised domains attempting to deliver malicious payloads including Shade ransomware and phishing links.
  
  Read more

• Why Apple TV+ isn't a Netflix competitor

  29-03-2019 11:40
  
  Everything you need to know about Apple’s Netflix rival, the startup darling disrupting the NHS and the third edition of the WIRED Book Club
  
  Read more

• WIRED Book Club: We're reading Invisible Women, by Caroline Criado Perez

  29-03-2019 11:39
  
  In Invisible Women, Caroline Criado Perez addresses the "gender data gap" by exploring the many ways in which the world is built for and by men
  
  Read more

• From pagers and paper to AI and IoT: Can the NHS' technology transformation plan really succeed?

  29-03-2019 11:39 via zdnet.com
  The health service is faced with increasing demand for its services combined with underfunding. Can it use technology to reinvent itself?
  
  Read more

Follow @TechnologyUKnws on Twitter!