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• Facebook says it is removing anything representing QAnon

  06-10-2020 23:52 via zdnet.com
  In an update to its August policy announcement, the social network said it will remove all things representing QAnon.
  
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• U.S. House subcommittee proposes imposing structural requirements on Google, Amazon, et al. over anti-trust concerns

  06-10-2020 22:37 via zdnet.com
  A U.S. House of Representatives subcommittee issued a mammoth report urging curbs to the structure of Google, Amazon and other giant tech firms.
  
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• US House subcommittee proposes imposing structural requirements on Google, Amazon, and others over anti-trust concerns

  06-10-2020 22:37 via zdnet.com
  A US House of Representatives subcommittee issued a mammoth report urging curbs to the structure of Google, Amazon and other giant tech firms.
  
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• Best VR and AR headsets in 2020: Oculus Quest 2, HTC Vive Cosmos Elite, Raptor, and more

  06-10-2020 22:10 via zdnet.com
  
  As mixed reality comes into its own, these are the best headsets for immersive consumer experience.
  
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• Amazon brings Eero mesh Wi-Fi to ISPs

  06-10-2020 21:36 via zdnet.com
  Your Internet Service Provider may soon be giving you an Amazon Eero mesh Wi-Fi access point for your home or office.
  
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• New HEH botnet can wipe routers and IoT devices

  06-10-2020 21:33 via zdnet.com
  The disk-wiping feature is present in the code but has not been used yet.
  
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• Trump Covid post deleted by Facebook and hidden by Twitter

  06-10-2020 19:36 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Twitter hid an identical post saying virus was less lethal than the flu season in most populations.
  
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• Apple iPhone 12: Price, Oct. 13 announcement, 5G, plus rumors of a 'Mini' surprise

  06-10-2020 18:59 via zdnet.com
  Curious what Apple is planning for the iPhone 12? We've rounded up all of the leaks and rumors so you don't have to hunt them down.
  
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• Microsoft 365 vs Google Workspace (formerly G Suite): Which productivity suite is best for your business?

  06-10-2020 18:36 via zdnet.com
  Microsoft and Google are engaged in a pitched battle to win over your business with suites of cloud-based productivity software and services. Here's a look at the many different editions of Microsoft 365 and Google Workspace, along with what you can expect to pay for each one.
  
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• Apple sends out invites for iPhone 12 event on Oct. 13

  06-10-2020 18:06 via zdnet.com
  Apple is expected to announce as many as four new iPhone models.
  
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• Tableau raises augmented analytics game with Salesforce Einstein Discovery integration

  06-10-2020 18:00 via zdnet.com
  In a BI market where augmented analytics is ever-more important, bringing Einstein Discovery into Tableau is a key move. It's also infinitely wiser than subjugating Tableau's team and tech to the Salesforce mothership.
  
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• Tableau integrates Einstein Analytics, becomes the analytics bridge in Salesforce ecosystem

  06-10-2020 18:00 via zdnet.com
  Einstein Analytics will become Tableau CRM as Salesforce and Tableau outline the integration roadmap for 2021 and beyond.
  
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• Oracle launches multi-cloud management platform

  06-10-2020 18:00 via zdnet.com
  Oracle Cloud Observability and Management Platform is a suite of management, diagnostic and analytics tools to manage multiple clouds and on-premise environments.
  
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• Chrome 86 released with password-related security improvements

  06-10-2020 18:00 via zdnet.com
  The new Native File System API now also lets websites to interact with any file or folder stored on the user's local disk.
  
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• ST Engineering bolsters cloud portfolio with CloudSphere investment

  06-10-2020 17:23 via zdnet.com
  Made through its venture capital arm ST Engineering Ventures, the investment will see the Singapore company expand its current cloud service offerings beyond assessment and migration.
  
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• Google Cloud joins the EOS blockchain network as block producer candidate

  06-10-2020 17:00 via zdnet.com
  Block.one says the tech giant will eventually become an EOS network block producer.
  
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• Cellmate: Male chastity gadget hack could lock users in

  06-10-2020 16:56 via bbc.co.uk
  
  The Chinese maker of the toy has updated the app involved, but some users remain at risk.
  
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• Microsoft most aggressive when it comes to software audits, says Flexera report

  06-10-2020 16:24 via zdnet.com
  Enterprises aren't big fans of the dreaded software audit, but nearly half of them have faced one from Microsoft.
  
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• Bluetti EB240: Your own personal, portable power station for when disaster strikes (or you want to go off-grid)

  06-10-2020 16:12 via zdnet.com
  A massive 2400Wh of power at your disposal, ready for when the lights go out.
  
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• Microsoft's latest surprising move just might scare Google

  06-10-2020 16:04 via zdnet.com
  
  It wasn't a big announcement. But it may show that Microsoft now means business in Google's most cherished arena: Search. Of course, Redmond denies it.
  
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• Amazfit ZenBuds review: Audio puts you to sleep, the earbuds track all of the details

  06-10-2020 15:04 via zdnet.com
  Some people have difficulty sleeping and the new Amazfit ZenBuds are designed to help you reach a level of serenity so that you drift off peacefully. The earbuds then monitor your sleep, including your heart rate, breathing quality, sleeping position, and more.
  
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• Nutanix extends public and hybrid cloud database support

  06-10-2020 15:00 via zdnet.com
  New multi-cluster support, in conjunction with native AWS and Azure support, pave the way for hybrid cloud deployments pairing production and DevTest, and public cloud lift and shift scenarios for database as a service.
  
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• Alation revamps UX, adds analytics to its data catalog platform

  06-10-2020 15:00 via zdnet.com
  With a search-centric interface, improved analytics and a new cloud-friendly architecture, Alation sees its 2020.3 release as the biggest it's put out in years, or maybe ever.
  
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• GitHub: Now our built-in bug checker gets these third-party code-scanning tools

  06-10-2020 14:05 via zdnet.com
  GitHub users can now customize the Microsoft platform's code-checking feature with third-party scanning tools.
  
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• Equinix Metal available, may transform data center, co-location giant Equinix

  06-10-2020 14:01 via zdnet.com
  Equinix now has a key piece for its cloud platform and aims to move data center infrastructure around "at the speed of software."
  
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• FireEye’s Mandiant debuts new SaaS threat intelligence suite

  06-10-2020 14:00 via zdnet.com
  The threat intelligence solution is the first of many planned to augment global security teams.
  
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• F5 Networks intros new fraud detection engine based on Shape Security acquisition

  06-10-2020 14:00 via zdnet.com
  F5's new SaaS offering evaluates online transactions in order to understand user intent and block potential fraud before it occurs.
  
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• Google's smart backpack lets you control your phone with a pat of the strap

  06-10-2020 13:51 via zdnet.com
  The tech giant has partnered with Samsonite for the latest product launch of its Jacquard collection.
  
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• Microsoft: Learn JavaScript programming language for free with our new course

  06-10-2020 13:40 via zdnet.com
  Programmers keen on building browser applications can take advantage of Microsoft's free JavaScript video course.
  
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• Faraday Future takes aim at public markets through SPAC agreement

  06-10-2020 13:11 via zdnet.com
  The EV maker hopes to take a quick road to a potential IPO.
  
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• Budget 2020: Public Service transformation hyped as key to economic recovery

  06-10-2020 13:02 via zdnet.com
  A further batch of government tech transformation initiatives funded up until mid-2024.
  
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• Apricorn releases industry’s largest hardware-encrypted storage drive

  06-10-2020 12:58 via zdnet.com
  Up to 18TB of 256-bit AES XTS hardware-encrypted USB data storage.
  
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• Google rebrands G Suite as Google Workspace, starts rolling out new UI

  06-10-2020 12:52 via zdnet.com
  Google rebranded G Suite as the collaboration and productivity market evolves amid a convergence of video conferencing, productivity apps and messaging.
  
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• Amazon's Halo is the perfect fit for its healthcare strategy. Here's why

  06-10-2020 12:51 via zdnet.com
  The wristband is the latest step in the tech giant's plan to remake an entire industry.
  
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• Budget 2020: Federal government backflips as R&D tax incentive receives AU$2b boost

  06-10-2020 12:48 via zdnet.com
  CSIRO was also handed AU$459 million, while researchers at universities will benefit from a AU$1 billion injection on a day when the government gets support to raise fees to attend universities.
  
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• Boom! Mobile falls prey to Magecart card-skimming attack

  06-10-2020 12:29 via zdnet.com
  Researchers say the website is still compromised, placing consumers at risk.
  
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• Microsoft Excel blunder: Developers blamed for loss of thousands of COVID-19 test results

  06-10-2020 12:25 via zdnet.com
  A huge file format mistake in Excel has hampered the UK's track-and-trace program.
  
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• Flexible workspaces will be the answer to Covid-19 office issues

  06-10-2020 12:17
  
  Working from home has exposed the failings of old-fashioned workplaces. Employees need creative spaces that actually work for human beings
  
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• Budget 2020: Commonwealth Ombudsman scores AU$1.6m to oversee encryption laws

  06-10-2020 12:12 via zdnet.com
  Elsewhere, government fills out some of the details for where its cybersecurity strategy money will be spent.
  
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• UN maritime agency says it was hacked

  06-10-2020 12:03 via zdnet.com
  Attack took place last week and "overcame robust security measures" the agency had in place to protect IT systems.
  
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• Budget 2020: Centrelink services funded and Medicare telehealth sticks

  06-10-2020 11:56 via zdnet.com
  Some of the funding earmarked for the Cashless Debit Card will provide for a trial of emerging payment acceptance technologies, the government said, meanwhile just over AU$111 million will be used to expand Medicare telehealth services.
  
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• Budget 2020: Everything within Canberra's AU$796.5 million Digital Business Plan

  06-10-2020 11:23 via zdnet.com
  The federal government teased Australia with its digital package, here's everything it contains.
  
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• Flippy the burger-flipping robot goes on sale

  06-10-2020 11:00 via zdnet.com
  Doesn't come with fries and soda, but it's a happy meal for franchise operators.
  
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• Singapore banks to develop digital trade registry for better transparency

  06-10-2020 09:15 via zdnet.com
  To be powered by blockchain technology, the digital registry aims to be a central database for banks to access records of trade transactions and reduce risks of duplicate financing.
  
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• Australian telco security coordinator concerned at network virtualisation plans

  06-10-2020 08:59 via zdnet.com
  Communications Access Coordinator received 32 notifications from the nation's telcos in the year to June 30.
  
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• Meet Mat Prior - a creative director at EA Sports

  06-10-2020 07:01 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Mat Prior speaks to Gundeep Anand, host and founder of the Last Stand football tournament, about the ins and outs of the gaming industry and how he came up with the original concept for Fifa's ultimate teams.
  
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• These people want to trademark QAnon to cash in on novelty hats

  06-10-2020 07:00
  
  QAnon has an estimated 4.5 million followers worldwide. The race is on to trademark it to sell Q-branded hats, T-shirts, mugs and consulting services
  
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• In the Covid-19 jobs market, biased AI is in charge of all the hiring

  06-10-2020 07:00
  
  As millions of people flood the jobs market, companies are turning to biased and racist AI to sift through the avalanche of CVs
  
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• Can David Attenborough and Facebook help VR go mainstream?

  06-10-2020 07:00
  
  The £299 Oculus Quest 2 will make VR affordable. But if it’s really going to take off, it will need to attract non-gamers, which means making lots more content, fast
  
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• Queensland named as home of Boeing's military drone production facility

  06-10-2020 06:46 via zdnet.com
  It will be the first time Boeing has designed and developed its military aircraft outside of the US.
  
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