A global tech outage, linked to a software update by cybersecurity firm CrowdStrike, has impacted nearly 8.5 million Microsoft devices, the company revealed in a blog post on Saturday. "We currently estimate that CrowdStrike's update affected 8.5 million Windows...
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Microsoft Reports 8.5 Million Devices Affected by CrowdStrike-Related Outage
News Int: Global Windows PCs Outage Caused by CrowdStrike Update
On July 19, 2024, a global outage hit Windows PCs due to a problematic update from security firm CrowdStrike. The update to its Falcon service caused many systems to crash with the infamous “blue screen of death,” disrupting various services, including Microsoft 365....
Whistleblowers Accuse OpenAI of Illegal NDA Restrictions
Whistleblowers have accused OpenAI of imposing illegal restrictions on employee communications with government regulators, according to a letter obtained by The Washington Post. The letter, sent by lawyers representing anonymous whistleblowers to Securities and...
EU Accuses Elon Musk’s X of Misleading Users and Violating Digital Services Act
European regulators have charged Elon Musk’s X, formerly known as Twitter, with violating the Digital Services Act (DSA), accusing the platform of misleading its users and failing to meet transparency standards. The European Commission, the executive arm of the...
Google’s Greenhouse Gas Emissions Surge Due to AI Expansion
As Google rapidly integrates artificial intelligence (AI) into its core products, it faces a significant rise in greenhouse gas emissions. The tech giant's annual environment report reveals a 48% increase in emissions since 2019, primarily due to the energy-intensive...
Software Company CDK Global Plans to Pay Ransom After Cyberattack Cripples Car Dealerships
CDK Global, a major software provider for thousands of car dealerships across North America, plans to pay tens of millions of dollars in ransom after a cyberattack severely disrupted operations. The hacking group, believed to be based in Eastern Europe, has demanded...
Apple Unveils Major AI Features at WWDC 2024
Cupertino, CA – June 10, 2024 – At this year's highly anticipated Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC), Apple announced a series of groundbreaking artificial intelligence (AI) enhancements across its ecosystem. The announcements highlighted the company's continued...
Global Electric Car Sales Set to Reach 17 Million in 2024, IEA Reports
The International Energy Agency (IEA) has released its annual Global EV Outlook, projecting robust growth in global electric car sales for 2024, with numbers expected to reach around 17 million by year-end. Despite near-term challenges in some markets, the report...
Stratix Unveils Revamped Framework for 5G Frequencies in Aruba
In an interactive workshop led by Rudolf van der Berg on April 3, 2024, the consultancy firm Stratix provided insight into its recommendation for a revised compensation model for the use of 5G frequencies in Aruba. This model, designed to stimulate usage and economic...
The AI has nearly 82% more persuasive capacity than humans
Neural networks can become a powerful persuasion tool, and an experiment has shown that they are much more effective in a debate than humans, especially if they have access to personal data. This is the conclusion reached by an international team of scientists from...
NYC Tests Take Aim at Subway Violence with AI Gun Scanners
New York City subways are about to get a high-tech upgrade in the fight against gun violence. Mayor Eric Adams announced a pilot program to test AI-powered scanners designed to detect guns and knives. The scanners, championed by Adams as a way to make riders feel...
Future Weaponry: Introducing a Smart Gun with Owner Recognition Capability
Biofire, a Colorado-based startup, is set to unveil the world's first biometrically secure smart firearm at the end of this month. This cutting-edge 9mm pistol, equipped with fingerprint and 3D infrared facial recognition technology, is designed to only fire when in...
Helping Hands: Robots That Dress You Like a Caregiver (But Without the Backaches)
Imagine this: a robot that assists you with getting dressed, mimicking the smooth and supportive motions of a caregiver. Sounds like something out of a sci-fi movie, right? Well, hold onto your spacesuits because researchers at the University of York in the UK have...
OpenAI Publishes Elon Musk’s Emails, Deepening Dispute
The ongoing lawsuit between Elon Musk and OpenAI, the artificial intelligence research company he co-founded, has taken a new turn with OpenAI publishing a selection of emails exchanged between them. This move comes after Musk sued OpenAI in February 2023, alleging...
Apple Terminates Epic Games’ Developer Account, Reigniting Antitrust Fight
The long-running battle between Apple and Epic Games has taken another dramatic turn, with Epic accusing Apple of terminating their developer account in a move they call a "blatant violation" of the European Union's Digital Markets Act (DMA). Just last month, Epic...
The Enduring Allure of Flip Phones: A Blast from the Past in a Modern World
Remember the satisfying snap of closing a flip phone? The delightful click-clack of the keypad beneath your fingers? In an age dominated by sleek touchscreens and ever-expanding displays, the humble flip phone might seem like a relic of a bygone era. But for many...
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Coordinated Sabotage Hits French Railways Ahead of Paris Olympics
In a shocking prelude to the Paris 2024 Summer Olympics, France’s high-speed rail network was targeted by a series of malicious acts in the early hours of July 26, 2024. The attacks, described by officials as "coordinated sabotage," included arson and vandalism,...
Belgian Police Arrest Seven Suspects in Terrorism Investigation
In Belgium, seven people have been arrested as part of an ongoing terrorism investigation. The police conducted a total of fourteen house searches in various cities, according to reports in Belgian media based on information from the federal prosecutor's office, the...
President Maduro Seeks Support from Pentecostal Churches for Venezuelan Elections
As Venezuela heads to the polls on Sunday for presidential elections, President Nicolás Maduro is turning to an unlikely ally: the Pentecostal churches. While Pentecostal congregations across Latin America often support right-wing politicians, in Venezuela, the...
Biscuit Basin Hydrothermal Explosion Closes Yellowstone Area
A hydrothermal explosion occurred on the morning of Tuesday, July 23, at Biscuit Basin near Sapphire Pool in Yellowstone National Park, resulting in significant disruptions and safety concerns. The explosion, which took place just before 10 AM, prompted the temporary...
Over 100 Flights Canceled in Germany as Environmental Activists Target European Airports
More than 100 flights were canceled on Thursday at Germany’s busiest airport, Frankfurt, as environmental activists initiated a coordinated effort to disrupt air travel across Europe during the peak of the summer holiday season. The protests aim to highlight the...