TECHNOLOGY

China has taken the first official steps to completely break away from US computer software and hardware in its computers by pushing local alternatives. According to Financial Times, the new guidelines would “phase out” US microprocessors from “Intel and AMD” out of government computers and servers and replace them with “homegrown solutions” The new policy also goes as far as to “sideline” Microsoft’s Windows operating system and foreign-made database software in favor of domestic substitutes.
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2 years ago Read more at EurAsian Times

Blockchain is emerging as a technology that demands attention within the oil and gas industry. It presents novel approaches to service contracts, review pricing, and support the entirety of the transaction life cycle. This thus promises potential cost reductions and enhanced process efficiencies, says GlobalData, a leading data and analytics company. With the maturation of the technology, its adoption is expected to expand, ushering in improved transparency, efficiency, and security in operations.
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2 years ago Read more at Investorideas.com newswire

The innovation is promising enough to have attracted funding from the U.S. Army. Scientists at North Carolina State think they have hit what they call a 'sweet spot' in the development of yarn-shaped supercapacitors that are meant to be woven into clothing.
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2 years ago Read more at The Cool Down

Ascent’s thin film CIGS technology reached record power generation of 14 watts at production scale. TitanTM module is approximately one square foot in size with a thickness of 0.03mm and a weight of just over eight grams. Power generation figures reflect STC conditions and AM0 Ascent anticipates reaching its next milestone. The forward-looking statements contained herein are subject generally to other risks and uncertainties.
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2 years ago Read more at GlobeNewswire

Two common types of fraud that often threaten organizations are phishing and business email compromise (BEC) scams are meticulously designed to appear credible, often leaving individuals and businesses vulnerable to significant losses. For example, in 2017, MacEwan University lost $9.5 million to a scam after staff were deceived by fraudulent messages. These emails, which claimed to originate from a legitimate client changing bank details, led to substantial financial loss for the university.
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2 years ago Read more at UM Today

Online college programs have emerged as a powerful force, reshaping how students access knowledge and acquire skills for the 21st century. The need for accessible and flexible educational options has skyrocketed due to the greater accessibility. Through online platforms and portals, students can now enroll in programs offered by renowned institutions from around the globe without the need for physical relocation.
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2 years ago Read more at BBN Times

RMSpumptools is a unit of the energy division of James Fisher and Sons. Around 80% of the company’s revenues are generated from markets outside North America. The acquisition will contribute approximately $65m in revenues and around $18m in adjusted earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortisation (EBITDA) by 2024.
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2 years ago Read more at Offshore Technology

Meta has pledged to create open-source artificial general intelligence. But there’s a fundamental problem—no one can agree on what “open-source AI” means. In theory, it promises a future where anyone can take part in the technology’s development. That could accelerate innovation, boost transparency, and give users greater control over systems that could soon reshape many aspects.
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2 years ago Read more at MIT Technology Review

NVDA was added to the Zacks Focus List on May 20, 2019 at $39.13 per share. Since then, shares have increased 2309.63% to $942.89. For fiscal 2025, 15 analysts revised their earnings estimate upwards in the last 60 days.
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2 years ago Read more at Yahoo Finance

Australian businesses and the workforce must adapt to the evolving digital landscape through strategic training and the development of new skills. Generative AI’s marketing narrative has caught everyone’s attention. This comes at a critical juncture, where acquiring digital skills is beneficial and essential for businesses and their workforce. The skills gap in digital competencies among both employers and employees is becoming increasingly apparent.
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2 years ago Read more at Tech Wire Asia