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• Google patches second Chrome zero-day in two weeks

  02-11-2020 23:34 via zdnet.com
  Google Chrome 86.0.4240.183 available for download. Patches 10 security bugs, including an actively-exploited zero-day.
  
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• Samsung updates Galaxy Fold with App Pair, DeX improvements, and more Z Fold 2 features

  02-11-2020 23:13 via zdnet.com
  The update is rolling out now to the original Galaxy Fold, adding several key features.
  
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• PayPal Q3 beats estimates on record growth in payment transactions

  02-11-2020 22:50 via zdnet.com
  PayPal said it processed a record-setting $247 billion in total payment volume during the quarter.
  
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• Hacker group uses Solaris zero-day to breach corporate networks

  02-11-2020 22:48 via zdnet.com
  The zero-day appears to have been bought off a black-market website for $3,000.
  
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• Arista Networks Q3 revenue and earnings top expectations, revenue outlook higher as well amidst improving business trends

  02-11-2020 22:43 via zdnet.com
  Shares of the networking equipment vendor rose in late trading as the company said it has been seeing a recovery from COVID-19 patterns in its market.
  
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• Malicious npm package opens backdoors on programmers' computers

  02-11-2020 21:01 via zdnet.com
  JavaScript library posing as a Twilio-related library opens backdoors to let attackers access infected workstations.
  
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• Singapore updates data protection law to exclude user consent for 'legitimate' business purposes

  02-11-2020 20:58 via zdnet.com
  Amendments have been added to the country's Personal Data Protection Act to allow businesses to use consumer data without prior consent for some purposes such as business improvement and research, and enforce higher fines for data breaches above the previous cap of S$1 million.
  
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• Woolworths inks hybrid cloud strategy deal with Dell Technologies

  02-11-2020 20:00 via zdnet.com
  Adopting a hybrid cloud strategy will help the grocery giant scale applications based on demands.
  
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• Brazil creates national AI innovation network

  02-11-2020 18:47 via zdnet.com
  A network of research centers will support startups and established businesses in the development of new products and services based on the technology.
  
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• Will quantum computing disrupt any industries that matter, and how soon?

  02-11-2020 18:17 via zdnet.com
  There is at least one seismic disruption ahead for digital computing as we know it: the point of impact when quantum computers become legitimate. But just that fact may not be enough to hurry that point along.
  
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• Apple expected to unveil first Apple Silicon Macs at Nov. 10 "One More Thing" event

  02-11-2020 18:15 via zdnet.com
  The event starts at 10 am next Tuesday.
  
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• Perfect Prime IR0280H fever detection thermal camera for COVID times

  02-11-2020 17:26 via zdnet.com
  Perfect for monitoring schools, businesses, and malls.
  
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• Coupa acquires LLamasoft for $1.5 billion

  02-11-2020 16:40 via zdnet.com
  LLamasoft develops AI-powered supply chain design and planning software, which Coupa intends to use to bolster the intelligence of its existing supply chain software.
  
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• Quantum computers are coming. Get ready for them to change everything

  02-11-2020 16:15 via zdnet.com
  Quantum computers are not yet creating business value, but CIOs should nonetheless lose no time in getting involved.
  
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• Research: Quantum computing will impact the enterprise, despite being misunderstood

  02-11-2020 16:13 via zdnet.com
  58% of survey respondents said quantum computing will have a significant or somewhat of an impact on the enterprise, even though 90% reported having little or no understanding of the technology.
  
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• What CIOs need to know about quantum computing (free PDF)

  02-11-2020 16:12 via zdnet.com
  Quantum computing is coming. Find out how it could impact the enterprise by downloading the free PDF ebook version of a special report from ZDNet and TechRepublic.
  
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• Black Friday 2020 deals: The best Dell sales

  02-11-2020 15:49 via zdnet.com
  Here are the top Black Friday laptop and desktop deals from PC maker Dell -- many of which are available right now.
  
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• Best gifts: Home office tech that every remote worker wants

  02-11-2020 15:32 via zdnet.com
  Working from home doesn't have to be a series of compromises. Here are 12 gifts that will make your loved one's job easier.
  
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• Algorithm spots 'Covid cough' inaudible to humans

  02-11-2020 15:14 via bbc.co.uk
  
  An algorithm built in the US correctly identified people with Covid-19 by the sound of their coughs.
  
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• AWS is opening yet another cloud computing region

  02-11-2020 15:10 via zdnet.com
  Amazon Web Services is increasing its European presence with a new AWS region in Switzerland
  
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• What happens to your G Suite unlimited storage when Google moves you to Workspace?

  02-11-2020 15:09 via zdnet.com
  Depending on how much storage you're using in G Suite, you're either going to think this a non-issue -- or you're going to be adding a major migration project to your to-do list. Gotta love 2020.
  
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• New Microsoft Teams features: Now you can connect directly to Project and Roadmap apps

  02-11-2020 14:55 via zdnet.com
  Microsoft brings Project for the web to Teams as an app that can be installed as a Teams tab.
  
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• How I changed the way I charge my iPhone and Android smartphones to reduce battery wear

  02-11-2020 14:13 via zdnet.com
  It's easy to get distracted by high-speed charging and wireless charging.
  
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• Hybrid future seen for work from home, and these are top firms for work/life balance

  02-11-2020 13:07 via zdnet.com
  A significant split is emerging among office workers about the merits of working from home; and Glassdoor investigates firms' work/life balance
  
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• Artificial Intelligence in healthcare is racist

  02-11-2020 13:00 via zdnet.com
  Can broader datasets help developers avoid accidentally perpetuating deep-rooted biases in vital institutions like healthcare and education?
  
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• SpaceX's Starlink: First public beta results look good – but Musk says they'll get even better

  02-11-2020 12:39 via zdnet.com
  A Starlink beta participant has shared early experiences of SpaceX's satellite internet service – and it looks promising.
  
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• You're using your Android fingerprint reader all wrong

  02-11-2020 12:12 via zdnet.com
  Like many, I have been struggling with the unreliability of fingerprint readers on Android smartphones for ages. Good news! I've found a few solutions.
  
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• C3.ai CEO Tom Siebel on AI and CRM, remote learning's next breakthrough and regulating social media

  02-11-2020 12:00 via zdnet.com
  Tom Siebel caught up with ZDNet to talk about next-gen CRM systems, C3.ai's Digital Transformation Institute, COVID-19 data lakes, education's next innovation and why social media firms need to be regulated.
  
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• Raspberry Pi 400 is out: $70 for a complete PC with a faster Pi 4 in a keyboard

  02-11-2020 11:43 via zdnet.com
  The Raspberry Pi 400 comes with 4GB RAM, a faster Raspberry Pi 4 and a built-in heatsink to keep it cool.
  
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• Is Crowd1 running a pyramid scheme?

  02-11-2020 10:29 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Crowd1 is a high-tech crowd marketing business and has been accused of running a pyramid scheme.
  
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• I used American Truck Simulator to try and predict the US election

  02-11-2020 09:44
  
  To understand American politics, you need to hit the road. So I became a trucker – a virtual trucker
  
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• Marriott fined £18.4 million by UK watchdog over customer data breach

  02-11-2020 09:31 via zdnet.com
  The fine has been slashed from over £99 million originally proposed In light of the pandemic.
  
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• Digital voting trialled in US presidential election

  02-11-2020 09:24 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Some Americans will be voting on their mobile phones and computers but how secure are the systems?
  
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• The Raspberry Pi 400 reinvents the microcomputer for 2020

  02-11-2020 09:00
  
  The Raspberry Pi Foundation's first desktop PC arrives with an integrated keyboard, 64-bit processor, 4GB RAM and a sub-£100 price
  
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• Stonepeak acquires Astound Broadband in $8.1 billion deal

  02-11-2020 08:30 via zdnet.com
  The private equity firm has purchased the US cable giant from TPG.
  
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• They claim Uber’s algorithm fired them. Now they’re taking it to court

  02-11-2020 07:00
  
  Four Uber drivers believe the company’s algorithm incorrectly accused them of fraud. Now they hope the courts can force the company to reveal its secret decision-making process
  
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• The world could learn a lot from how Africa is handling Covid-19

  02-11-2020 07:00
  
  A young population, high burden of infectious diseases and expertise gained from HIV left Africa well-placed in the fight against Covid-19
  
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• CERT/CC launches Twitter bot to give security bugs random names

  02-11-2020 07:00 via zdnet.com
  CERT/CC attempts to reduce the use of sensationalized vulnerability names that needlessly scare software users.
  
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• SK Telecom offers AI voice analysis for dementia diagnosis

  02-11-2020 06:07 via zdnet.com
  The AI will look for signs of dementia by analysing patients' voice.
  
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• Legislation coming for Australia's digital ID to allow for private providers

  02-11-2020 05:16 via zdnet.com
  Government is bound by rules determined by the Digital Transformation Agency, but legislation is required to allow the likes of banks to jump on as digital identity providers.
  
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• Services Australia working on WPIT overhaul cyber concerns

  02-11-2020 02:30 via zdnet.com
  Agency is sending pension payments live through its new system on Tuesday.
  
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• Singapore government continues to make progress on its shift to the cloud

  02-11-2020 02:16 via zdnet.com
  The government of the lion city is also training its public servants on how to use data and is working with industry to build a pipeline of tech talent.
  
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• Apple iPhone 12 review: 5G, improved reception, and iOS 14 widgets challenge Android phones

  02-11-2020 02:02 via zdnet.com
  Samsung and OnePlus phones have always excelled at cellular reception, customized widgets, and user customization. With the iPhone 12, Apple now competes in more areas than just a friendly UI for the masses.
  
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• Ant Group: How it became a financial giant

  02-11-2020 01:22 via bbc.co.uk
  
  China's Ant Group started life as part of the Alibaba colony but grew to establish its own empire.
  
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• Jio boasts it is only non-China telco with over 400 million customers

  02-11-2020 01:18 via zdnet.com
  Even in the midst of a pandemic and its recession thereafter, Jio continues to report eye-watering growth.
  
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• Crowd1: Unmasking The Pyramid Kings

  02-11-2020 01:01 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Behind the promises and the hype, Crowd1 hides some ugly truths, some wealthy scammers, and a whole pyramid of lies.
  
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• COVID-19 and anti-money laundering fine results in 66% profit drop for Westpac

  02-11-2020 00:31 via zdnet.com
  AU$2.29 billion in statutory net profit for 2020.
  
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• On-premise IT spending showing cracks as cloud first, digital transformation rules

  02-11-2020 00:00 via zdnet.com
  Earnings reports from technology giants indicate that spending for on-premise deployments is unraveling faster than originally thought.
  
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