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• Microsoft fixes issue blocking some Surface devices from the May 2020 feature update

  09-06-2020 23:31 via zdnet.com
  
  But the fix doesn't mean you can get the update immediately; the hold will be lifted 'in the coming weeks' for devices including Surface Proand Surface Laptop 3.
  
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• Chewy's strong Q1: 'Increased demand levels we are experiencing are here to stay'

  09-06-2020 23:16 via zdnet.com
  
  Chewy crushed its first quarter earnings targets on Tuesday, posting​ revenue growth of 46% year over year.
  
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• Babylon Health admits GP app suffered a data breach

  09-06-2020 23:14 via bbc.co.uk
  
  The video call app allowed some patients to see recordings of others' sessions with medics.
  
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• eMeet Luna hands-on: A superb Bluetooth speakerphone with nice extras

  09-06-2020 22:21 via zdnet.com
  
  The eMeet Luna is a superb stylish speaker, which is perfect for the medium-sized meeting room or small home office.
  
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• New CrossTalk attack impacts Intel's mobile, desktop, and server CPUs

  09-06-2020 21:27 via zdnet.com
  
  Academics detail a new vulnerability named CrossTalk that can be used to leak data across Intel CPU cores.
  
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• Best Linux Foundation classes: Introduction to Linux, Cloud Engineer Bootcamp, and more

  09-06-2020 19:56 via zdnet.com
  
  Want a good tech job? Then you need to know Linux and open-source software. One of the best ways to pick them up is via a Linux Foundation course.
  
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• Microsoft June 2020 Patch Tuesday fixes 129 vulnerabilities

  09-06-2020 19:43 via zdnet.com
  This month's updates have started rolling out earlier today.
  
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• Aruba rolls out AI-powered, cloud native platform for the network edge

  09-06-2020 18:00 via zdnet.com
  
  The Aruba ESP (Edge Services Platform) uses AIOps, Zero Trust network security and a unified infrastructure approach to improve services at the network edge.
  
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• Cloud computing overload: How many apps is too many?

  09-06-2020 17:28 via zdnet.com
  
  As the use of cloud apps increases, security is lagging behind.
  
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• Honda confirms its network has been hit by cyberattack

  09-06-2020 16:50 via zdnet.com
  
  Japanese manufacturer confirms it has been the victim of a cyberattack, said it is working to 'restore full functionality of production'.
  
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• Honda confirms its network has been hit by cyber attack

  09-06-2020 16:50 via zdnet.com
  
  Japanese manufacturer confirms it has been the victim of a cyber attack, said it is working to 'restore full functionality of production'.
  
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• MongoDB stitching the cloud and edge together

  09-06-2020 16:00 via zdnet.com
  
  Although there were few surprise announcements this week at the virtual staging of MongoDB’s annual conference, the underlying theme was unifying the increasingly-diverse platform and promoting its multi-cloud capability.
  
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• Windows 10 PC in your pocket: OneMix 1s+ is out for $600

  09-06-2020 15:53 via zdnet.com
  
  OneMix 1s+ doesn't have 4G but offers a 7in touchscreen, QWERTY keyboard and is no bigger than Huawei Mate 20 X.
  
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• Researchers just made this running, jumping cockroach robot even smaller

  09-06-2020 15:37 via zdnet.com
  
  Harvard scientists managed to make their cockroach microrobot even smaller. But it creeps around just as fast.
  
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• Another globally distributed cloud native SQL database on the rise: Yugabyte Raises $30 Million in Series B Funding

  09-06-2020 15:14 via zdnet.com
  
  Your good old on-premise SQL database is in terminal decline. Being a pure-play open-source cloud native PostgreSQL, while offering Apache Cassandra and GraphQL interfaces, is what you need, says Yugabyte.
  
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• Microsoft Teams: Now you can all add your own background images to video meetings

  09-06-2020 15:09 via zdnet.com
  
  Microsoft releases one more video meeting feature to keep Office 365 customers on Microsoft Teams.
  
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• Apple to move Mac to Arm CPUs: What you need to know

  09-06-2020 15:02 via zdnet.com
  
  Apple's move to Arm processors has been telegraphed for months, but developers are going to have to get ready.
  
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• Single point of control, database security as a service: jSonar gets $50 Million Series A funding from Goldman Sachs

  09-06-2020 15:00 via zdnet.com
  
  Why would Goldman Sachs invest a hefty amount into a previously little known company working on something unsexy like database security?
  
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• Single point of control, database security as a service: jSonar gets $50 million funding from Goldman Sachs

  09-06-2020 15:00 via zdnet.com
  
  Why would Goldman Sachs invest a hefty amount into a previously little known company working on something unsexy like database security?
  
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• Lifesize integrates Alexa for Business to enable more voice-activated controls

  09-06-2020 15:00 via zdnet.com
  
  The integration between AWS' Alexa for Business and Lifesize comes as offices start to reopen to a new normal in the COVID-19 pandemic.
  
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• KingMiner botnet brute-forces MSSQL databases to install cryptocurrency miner

  09-06-2020 15:00 via zdnet.com
  
  The KingMiner gang is brute-forcing the "sa" user, the highest-privileged account on a MSSQL database.
  
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• Malicious Android apps deactivated fraud code to bypass Google's security scans

  09-06-2020 14:46 via zdnet.com
  
  Trick didn't work. Google banned them anyway.
  
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• This portable dual monitor is the most affordable way to add a second screen to your laptop

  09-06-2020 14:00 via zdnet.com
  
  Working from home is becoming the new normal. Investing in a portable monitor from Mobile Pixels is a strong move for your career: now and in the future.
  
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• Windows 10 2004: Microsoft warns of a new bug that makes connected displays go black

  09-06-2020 13:47 via zdnet.com
  
  Windows 10 version 2004 users face another glitch that can turn a connected display black when they're drawing.
  
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• Phishing: Why remote working is making it harder for you to spot phoney emails

  09-06-2020 13:45 via zdnet.com
  
  The threat of phishing and other email attacks continues to rise - so why aren't businesses training employees to recognise attacks?
  
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• How much gym equipment are we buying right now?

  09-06-2020 13:00 via zdnet.com
  
  Closures have given rise to a wild rush on at-home equipment, new data reveals.
  
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• iOS 14: Here's what Apple needs to focus on

  09-06-2020 12:30 via zdnet.com
  
  Apple's iOS platform might be mature, but there's still a lot of work to do.
  
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• Redefining productivity with Adrienne Gormley

  09-06-2020 12:19
  
  In this WIRED virtual briefing, WIRED Editor Greg Williams speaks with Adrienne Gormley on how trust, technology and new communication skills are required to keep remote teams engaged and motivated
  
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• Huawei hits back as UK takes another look at 5G role

  09-06-2020 12:14 via zdnet.com
  
  As the UK ponders Huawei's role in 5G projects again, the firm says its wants to support the country's gigabit broadband plans.
  
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• Zendure SuperPort 4: The perfect replacement when your MacBook charger blows up

  09-06-2020 10:35 via zdnet.com
  
  A powerful 100W Dual USB-C PD desktop charger that's the perfect replacement for your busted laptop charger.
  
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• Singapore government ups ICT spending by 30% to fuel post-pandemic recovery, digital transformation

  09-06-2020 09:03 via zdnet.com
  Country's public sector will spend SG$3.5 billion ($2.52 billion) on ICT procurement in its fiscal 2020, up 30% from its estimated spend in 2019, as it looks to drive the adoption of digital tools and help businesses recover from the pandemic.
  
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• Intel Next Unit of Computing becomes a workstation with the NUC 9 Pro

  09-06-2020 08:15 via zdnet.com
  
  Nine generations after it first appeared, Intel has added a Xeon processor into its Next Unit of Computing, and it is quite the charmer.
  
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• ASIO boss calls for law enforcement cooperation from tech giants

  09-06-2020 07:09 via zdnet.com
  
  With appropriate warrants in place, Director-General of Security Mike Burgess said law enforcement or ASIO should be able to get access to private communications.
  
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• This lab is revealing what really goes on in a toddler’s brain

  09-06-2020 07:00
  
  Scientists are at last unlocking the mysteries of a key stage of cognitive development, thanks to a world-first collaboration at London’s Wohl Wolfson ToddlerLab
  
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• The UK may need local lockdowns. But can it make them work?

  09-06-2020 07:00
  
  In parts of the country, the R number is creeping above one, raising the prospect of localised lockdowns. But enforcing local restrictions is fraught with difficulties
  
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• Lockdown sex workers are flocking to Animal Crossing and Second Life

  09-06-2020 07:00
  
  Legislation has pushed sex workers to the darkest corners of the internet, but during lockdown they've found an unlikely home in Borderlands, Minecraft and Animal Crossing
  
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• Lockdown has lifted and estate agents have absolutely lost it

  09-06-2020 07:00
  
  The coronavirus pandemic has ushered in a bizarre new era of inappropriate virtual viewings and arbitrary face masks
  
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• Victorian government seeks public feedback on remote and flexible learning

  09-06-2020 06:10 via zdnet.com
  
  It wants to hear from principals, teachers, parents, and students about how it can improve the state's education system.
  
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• Arrest warrant for Samsung boss and executives rejected by District Court

  09-06-2020 04:59 via zdnet.com
  
  The Samsung heir and two executives will now stand trial as free men for the financial fraud charges.
  
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• Google Maps rolls out COVID-19 transit alerts

  09-06-2020 04:07 via zdnet.com
  
  To help users avoid crowded public transport and road closures due to travel restrictions.
  
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• You can now buy a Coke with cryptocurrency across Australia and New Zealand

  09-06-2020 03:33 via zdnet.com
  
  Coca-Cola Amatil and Centrapay have partnered to allow vending machine purchases to be made through the Sylo Smart Wallet.
  
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• Samsung: Court rejects Lee Jae-yong arrest warrant request

  09-06-2020 03:15 via bbc.co.uk
  
  The decision comes after Lee Jae-yong was convicted in 2017 over a political and corporate scandal.
  
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• Sony fined AU$3.5 million for misleading customers about digital refunds

  09-06-2020 03:14 via zdnet.com
  
  The ACCC said the company falsely claimed to consumers that they were not entitled to refunds for faulty games.
  
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• IBM announces exit of facial recognition business

  09-06-2020 03:09 via zdnet.com
  
  Big Blue fears the technology could be used to promote racial discrimination.
  
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• Data61's seL4 security enforcement now available to the RISC-V ecosystem

  09-06-2020 02:38 via zdnet.com
  
  CSIRO has announced the completion of the proof of implementation correctness of the open-source seL4 microkernel for the RISC-V ISA.
  
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• If it ain't broke: You share your oldest working gadgets

  09-06-2020 01:12 via bbc.co.uk
  
  People share the oldest gadgets they still use, via social media.
  
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• The treasure trove hidden in discarded computers

  09-06-2020 01:05 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Recycled rare earth magnets are one solution to the rising demand for minerals used in our tech.
  
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