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The Hazards Within Our Power Grid – Researchers Suggest Enhanced Protection Approach

Tech News / April 16, 2024 April 16, 2024

The rise of programmable devices introduces additional vulnerabilities to cyberattacks. “Smart” devices, while convenient, are susceptible to hacking, posing significant risks to critical infrastructure like the electric grid. As the world transitions towards renewable energy and the integration of new devices, the complexity of protecting these systems increases. At the recent annual meeting of the …

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“The Promising Future of Low-Cost, High-Efficiency Solar Cells”

Tech News / April 16, 2024 April 16, 2024

Commercial solar panels currently have the ability to convert around 15% to 20% of captured sunlight into electrical power. However, researchers at Soochow University suggest there’s considerable room for improvement. They note that the next generation of solar cells has achieved an efficiency of 26.1%, indicating potential for even higher rates. Nonetheless, they emphasize the …

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Samsung Tops Apple in Phone Sales as iPhone Shipments Decline, IDC Reports

Mobile Phones, Tech News / April 15, 2024 April 15, 2024

Apple’s (AAPL.O) smartphone shipments dipped approximately 10% in Q1 2024, facing heightened competition from Android rivals vying for dominance, per IDC data released Sunday. Despite a 7.8% rise in global smartphone shipments to 289.4 million units, Samsung (005930.KS) secured the top spot with a 20.8% market share, surpassing Apple. This decline follows Apple’s brief stint …

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UK Court Denies Apple’s Request to Dismiss Lawsuit Regarding App Store Fees

Tech News / April 15, 2024 April 15, 2024

Apple’s bid to dismiss a nearly $1 billion lawsuit was rejected on Friday, with a judge ruling it must address allegations of imposing unfair commission fees on over 1,500 UK-based developers for app and content purchases. Spearheaded by Sean Ennis, a competition law professor and economist, the case was filed at London’s Competition Appeal Tribunal …

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Huawei Hints at Upcoming Smartphone Release, Anticipation for High-End Model Builds

Mobile Phones, Tech News / April 15, 2024 April 15, 2024

Huawei, the Chinese tech giant (HWT.UL), has opened registrations for an upcoming smartphone model, generating excitement for its latest addition to the high-end P series. Last year, the company reentered the premium smartphone market with the Mate 60 series, a move celebrated by state media for overcoming U.S. sanctions and impacting Apple’s (AAPL. O) iPhone …

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US Legislators Upset as Huawei Reveals Laptop Featuring New Intel AI Chip

Tech News / April 15, 2024 April 15, 2024

Republican U.S. lawmakers criticized the Biden administration on Friday after Huawei, a sanctioned Chinese telecoms equipment giant, unveiled a new laptop featuring an Intel AI chip. Huawei had been placed on a trade restriction list in 2019 due to violations of Iran sanctions, complicating its access to supplies. Despite calls to revoke licenses allowing chip …

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Bitcoin Dips 7.9% to $61,842

Tech News / April 15, 2024 April 15, 2024

Bitcoin saw a 7.9% decrease, settling at $61,842 and marking a $5,308 drop from its previous close. Bitcoin, the leading cryptocurrency globally, has now declined by 16.2% from its year-high of $73,794 on March 14. Additionally, Ether, the cryptocurrency associated with the Ethereum blockchain network, experienced a 9.18% decline, falling to $2,930 on Saturday and …

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Microsoft plans to establish AI center in London

Tech News / April 8, 2024 April 8, 2024

Microsoft (MSFT.O) has unveiled plans for a new artificial intelligence (AI) hub in London, with a focus on product development and research.Heading the unit will be Mustafa Suleyman, a London-native and co-founder of Google DeepMind (GOOGL.O), who recently joined Microsoft.WHY IT MATTERSAs a major supporter of ChatGPT creator OpenAI, Microsoft holds a prominent position in …

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Google’s potential massive agreement could trigger another battle with regulators.

Tech News / April 8, 2024 April 8, 2024

Alphabet, the parent company of Google (GOOGL.O), is reportedly considering the acquisition of marketing software firm HubSpot (HUBS.N), a move that is anticipated to draw regulatory scrutiny despite experts’ opinions that it would not stifle competition. This potential deal would compel Google to engage in a new confrontation with antitrust authorities. Last week, Reuters disclosed …

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Trade union reports Stellantis production in Italy declined by 10% in the first quarter.

Tech Auto's, Tech News / April 6, 2024 April 6, 2024

Italian union FIM-CISL disclosed that production of passenger cars and vans at Stellantis’ (STLAM.MI) Italian plants plummeted by 9.8% year-on-year in the first quarter of this year, totaling 170,415 units. The automaker is currently engaged in discussions with the Italian government to reverse the ongoing decline in production, aiming to reach one million units by …

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