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• New York State fixes vulnerability in COVID-19 passport app that allowed storage of fake vaccine credentials

  10-09-2021 22:21 via zdnet.com
  
  New York users of the app are urged to update it after a patch was released on August 20.
  
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• How to build your business credit in 5 simple steps

  10-09-2021 22:00 via zdnet.com
  
  Good business credit is essential to help your company weather financially challenging times. Here's how to build business credit in five steps.
  
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• iDrive launches cloud-based Remote Desktop for PCs

  10-09-2021 21:39 via zdnet.com
  
  All that's needed for Remote Desktop to work is a subscription, an iDrive agent downloaded on a device, and a connection to the service.
  
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• Apple dealt major blow in Epic Games trial

  10-09-2021 21:36 via bbc.co.uk
  
  A judge in the Apple vs Epic trial says Apple must give app developers alternative payment options.
  
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• Fujitsu confirms stolen data not connected to cyberattack on its systems

  10-09-2021 21:10 via zdnet.com
  
  Fujitsu has finished an investigation into the data and said it is related to a customer they do business with.
  
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• US judge rules Apple can't block in-app purchasing

  10-09-2021 19:29 via zdnet.com
  
  In a mixed verdict in the Epic-Apple case, the judge also ruled that Apple is not a monopolist: "Success is not illegal."
  
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• Best business gas card 2021: Bank of America, Citi & more compared

  10-09-2021 19:23 via zdnet.com
  
  A breakdown of the best gas credit cards that could suit your business. We compare seven of our top picks doing all the hard work to help simplify all of their characteristics and put you in the best position to choose the best gas credit card for business.
  
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• Microsoft acquires student-tutor collaboration platform TakeLessons

  10-09-2021 19:21 via zdnet.com
  
  Microsoft apparently has purchased TakeLessons, which offers a platform to connect students and tutors.
  
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• What is a business line of credit and how does it work?

  10-09-2021 18:32 via zdnet.com
  
  A business line of credit is a flexible type of loan. Having one can ease cash flow issues since the funds are there when you need them.
  
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• 'Anti-radiation' phone stickers still sold on Amazon

  10-09-2021 18:29 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Eight months ago a BBC investigation reported the smartDOT stickers had "no effect".
  
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• These are the best tablets for any budget in 2021

  10-09-2021 18:28
  
  WIRED Recommends the best tablets for watching Netflix, playing games, reading and replacing your laptop
  
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• TCL puts a hold on Project Chicago, its Samsung Flip alternative

  10-09-2021 17:12 via zdnet.com
  
  While Samsung leads the charge in the foldable space, TCL is making strides to offer affordable alternatives for consumers. It made the business decision to hold off on a 2021 release for several reasons, but its prototype looks compelling.
  
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• Texas passes social media 'de-platforming' law

  10-09-2021 16:46 via bbc.co.uk
  
  The US state makes it illegal to ban somebody from social media because of their political views.
  
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• The new demand for creativity with AI

  10-09-2021 16:43 via zdnet.com
  
  Technology has a significant role in helping firms unleash creativity to differentiate themselves as future fit organizations. AI is a perfect example.
  
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• The best electric scooters to buy in 2021

  10-09-2021 15:40
  
  WIRED Recommends the best electric scooters for those looking to avoid public transport
  
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• COROS Vertix 2 outdoor sports watch review: Challenging Garmin with longer battery life, lower price, dual GNSS support

  10-09-2021 15:21 via zdnet.com
  
  COROS continues to challenge Garmin in the high-end GPS sports watch market with a watch that has a very long battery life, onboard music, support for dual frequency GNSS, and compelling materials for a price that is less than competitor offerings.
  
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• Turbocharge your IT career with this cybersecurity training that is on sale for just $30

  10-09-2021 15:00 via zdnet.com
  
  You don't need much more than a couple of years of IT experience to start specializing in the elite cybersecurity field. All you need is the right training, so get it now while it's convenient and affordable.
  
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• Healthcare orgs in California, Arizona send out breach letters for nearly 150,000 after SSNs accessed during ransomware attacks

  10-09-2021 14:30 via zdnet.com
  
  LifeLong Medical Care and Queen Creek Medical Center were both hit with ransomware attacks over the past year.
  
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• Healthcare orgs in California, Arizona send out breach letters for nearly 150 000 after SSNs accessed during ransomware attacks

  10-09-2021 14:30 via zdnet.com
  
  LifeLong Medical Care and Queen Creek Medical Center were both hit with ransomware attacks over the past year.
  
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• Gmail, Meet, Drive and Docs on Android are getting a Material You makeover

  10-09-2021 14:15 via zdnet.com
  
  Android users should notice a new look for Google's core productivity apps, including Gmail, Meet, Drive, Calendar, Docs, Sheets, and Slides.
  
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• Twitter algorithmic bias bounty challenge unveils age, language and skin tone issues

  10-09-2021 14:00 via zdnet.com
  
  The social media giant would not say if another algorithmic bias bounty challenge will be held.
  
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• Microsoft is introducing a Teams feature that may cause a lot of cursing

  10-09-2021 14:00 via zdnet.com
  
  You can understand the thinking behind this. You can also understand that some people really won't like it. Some of those people will be libertarians.
  
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• Fortnite video chat app Houseparty to close

  10-09-2021 13:43 via bbc.co.uk
  
  The developers of the video chat app say they can no longer give it "the attention it deserves".
  
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• Avoid movie crowds: Meet the pandemic 'drive in' for your back yard

  10-09-2021 13:41 via zdnet.com
  
  We look at how some strategically deployed consumer electronics brought two friends together for the first time since the pandemic began.
  
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• HAProxy urges users to update after HTTP request smuggling vulnerability found

  10-09-2021 13:35 via zdnet.com
  
  The vulnerability was announced earlier this week by researchers with JFrog, who released a report on the problem.
  
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• Google debuts new Private Compute features in ramp up of Android security

  10-09-2021 13:08 via zdnet.com
  
  Google will also make the source code public for external audits.
  
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• Leica's new flying robot laser scanner

  10-09-2021 13:00 via zdnet.com
  
  The company is mastering reality capture by pairing sensors with advanced robots.
  
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• IT leaders facing backlash from remote workers over cybersecurity measures: HP study

  10-09-2021 13:00 via zdnet.com
  
  More than 30% of workers under the age of 24 admitted to outright bypassing certain corporate security policies to get work done.
  
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• AWS bringing two new advanced statistics to German Bundesliga broadcasts for upcoming season

  10-09-2021 13:00 via zdnet.com
  
  Shot Efficiency and Passing Profile will be added to the slate of Match Facts provided to Bundesliga fans.
  
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• This new Microsoft Teams tool can help make you a better presenter

  10-09-2021 12:37 via zdnet.com
  
  Microsoft is bringing an AI-powered presentation assistant from PowerPoint to Teams. Can it make your meetings run better?
  
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• This new Microsoft Teams feature can help make you a better presenter

  10-09-2021 12:37 via zdnet.com
  
  Microsoft is bringing an AI-powered presentation assistant from PowerPoint to Teams. Can it make your meetings run better?
  
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• As Windows 11 launch nears, Microsoft is squashing bugs fast

  10-09-2021 12:17 via zdnet.com
  
  Microsoft is under pressure to fix key visual elements of Windows 11 before it's release to mainstream users on October 5.
  
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• US military reservist lands himself prison sentence for operating romance scams

  10-09-2021 12:12 via zdnet.com
  
  Older women and men were among his targets.
  
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• Playstation Showcase 2021: What we learned

  10-09-2021 10:52 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Sony attempts to turn fan frustration into excitement about new games.
  
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• Ukrainian man extradited to the US to face botnet, data theft charges

  10-09-2021 10:46 via zdnet.com
  
  The suspect has been detained ahead of his trial.
  
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• MyRepublic customers compromised in third-party data breach

  10-09-2021 07:47 via zdnet.com
  
  Singapore internet services provider says the security breach had occurred on a third-party data storage platform, affecting 79,388 local mobile subscribers whose identity verification documents have been compromised.
  
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• MyRepublic customer data compromised in third-party security breach

  10-09-2021 07:47 via zdnet.com
  
  Singapore internet services provider says it was informed by "an unknown external party" of the security breach, which had occurred on a third-party data storage platform and affected 79,388 local mobile subscribers.
  
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• Queensland wraps up connected vehicle road safety pilot

  10-09-2021 07:35 via zdnet.com
  
  The Queensland government said during the nine-month pilot drivers were alerted about on-road hazards, including red lights, pedestrians, and cyclists.
  
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• We finally know the true toll of all those bad Slacks

  10-09-2021 07:00
  
  Remote workers are losing almost ten hours a month to pointless online conversations on Slack
  
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• These super crops can save us from climate disaster

  10-09-2021 07:00
  
  Tonnes of rotting apples and ugly spuds never even make it to supermarket shelves. Tweaking their genes can change that
  
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• WA government establishes AU$500m digital capability fund for IT upgrades

  10-09-2021 05:40 via zdnet.com
  
  40% of WA's new digital fund will be dedicated to future health IT projects.
  
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• Sony CSL develops AI tool to help musicians generate new melodies and chords

  10-09-2021 05:32 via zdnet.com
  
  The Flow Machines Mobile leverages machine learning to help users create new music based on style palettes.
  
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• Epic requests for Fortnite to re-enter App Store with its payment systems in Korea

  10-09-2021 03:22 via zdnet.com
  
  The request follows various legislative and regulatory movements over the past few weeks over Apple's app store policies.
  
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• Indigenous businesses gain AU$188m in IT contracts through DTA marketplaces

  10-09-2021 03:05 via zdnet.com
  
  The Australian government has boasted through its Indigenous Procurement Policy that almost 600 IT contracts have been awarded to Indigenous SMEs.
  
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• Twitter to label 'good' bot accounts

  10-09-2021 02:50 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Twitter wants "good" bot accounts to label themselves as non-human.
  
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• Elizabeth Holmes: Has the Theranos scandal changed Silicon Valley?

  10-09-2021 02:38 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Could a Theranos scandal happen again or has Silicon Valley learnt its lesson?
  
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• Could a reboot make social media a nicer place?

  10-09-2021 01:18 via bbc.co.uk
  
  A Harvard University project will explore whether social media can be de-toxed
  
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