Support for PassKey Integration (Web Authentication API) in KeePassXC implemented (github.com)
Passkey support arrived in KeePassXC github.com/keepassxreboot/keepassxc/issues/1870...
Prevent Big Tech Scraping Content for Machine Learning via Robots Spec (noml.info)
tldr- Using the robots meta element or HTTP header to say that content of this page should not be used for machine learning, in case some actors make their search UA indistinguishable from their machine learning efforts.
The people who ruined the internet (www.theverge.com)
Facebook Puts a Price on Privacy in EU, EEA and Switzerland: It’s 9.99€ a Month + 6€ for Each Extra Account (www.wired.com)
Ad free Facebook and Instagram is officially on. I’m trying to stay open minded but honestly it’s too expensive especially with this sneaky account center rule unless you’re in an unfortunate position where you need to spend a lot of time on these platforms....
British Library Still Reeling After Major Cyber Incident (www.infosecurity-magazine.com)
The UK’s national library is still suffering what it describes as a “major technology outage” due to a “cyber incident” it experienced over the weekend.
Here’s a rare look at Google’s most lucrative search queries (www.theverge.com)
Avast confirms it tagged Google app as malware on Android phones (www.bleepingcomputer.com)
Euro data watchdog bans Meta's use of personal data for ads (www.theregister.com)
Could be an interesting 2 weeks.
Salt solution cools computers, boosts performance (techxplore.com)
Mass lawsuit against Apple over iPhone batteries can go ahead, London tribunal rules (www.reuters.com)
Joe Biden Wants US Government Algorithms Tested for Potential Harm Against Citizens (www.wired.com)
Highlights: The White House issued draft rules today that would require federal agencies to evaluate and constantly monitor algorithms used in health care, law enforcement, and housing for potential discrimination or other harmful effects on human rights....
Verified Hate Speech Accounts [on X] Are Pivoting to Palestine for Clout and Cash (www.rollingstone.com)
Highlights: [P]aid clout-chasers on X, formerly Twitter, are using the conflict to boost their profiles — and a few who have successfully pivoted to pro-Palestine content were formerly known for hate speech, extremism, and conspiracy theories....
The AI Politicians Would Like to Speak With You Now - Politicians are using AI doppelgängers to reach voters. It’s a trend that’s about to explode. (gizmodo.com)
Over the last month, some Spanish-speaking New Yorkers got a recorded phone call from Mayor Eric Adams speaking their native language. “Hola, soy el alcalde Eric Adams,” the mayor says in a monotone but flawless accent, before launching into a pitch for jobs with the city government. The truth is Adams isn’t multilingual,...
FCC to propose a minimum 100mbps to qualify as broadband, with a future goal of 1gbps (docs.fcc.gov)
Ziply Fiber launches 50-Gig residential service for $900 per month (www.lightreading.com)
YouTube's ‘War’ on Adblockers Shows How Google Controls the Internet (www.404media.co)
Another great article from 404 Media highlighting the power that the tech giants have amassed over how how we use the internet....
Using voice analysis, AI diagnoses type 2 diabetes in 89% of women, 86% of men (www.diabetes.co.uk)
Huawei phones are saying that the Google app is a virus (9to5google.com)
How Robotics is Revolutionizing the Food Industry (lemy.nl)
Food robotics involves automating food preparation and handling through robots, encompassing cooking, packaging, service, logistics, and AI software.
US FDA Approves Novartis Skin Treatment Drug Cosentyx (lemy.nl)
The U.S. FDA has approved Novartis’ drug Cosentyx for treating moderate to severe hidradenitis suppurativa, a chronic inflammatory skin condition.
Just EEVBlog calling out tech scams (odysee.com)
Hey tech billionaires, if you want to talk about radical change, let’s abolish venture capitalism (www.theguardian.com)
Do you support sustainability, social responsibility, tech ethics, or trust and safety? Congratulations, you’re an enemy of progress. That’s according to the venture capitalist Marc Andreessen.
Common Problems with Suzuki Vehicles: A Comprehensive Guide (discuss.tchncs.de)
Suzuki vehicles have long been recognized for their reliability, but like any car, they are not immune to issues. Whether you already own a Suzuki or are considering buying one, it’s crucial to be aware of the most common problems that can arise. By familiarizing yourself with these issues, you can detect and address them...
Date night from hell looms for Apple as Netherlands says: 'It's not me, it's you' (www.theregister.com)
AIs can guess where Reddit users live and how much they earn (www.newscientist.com)
Large language models (LLMs) like GPT-4 can identify a person’s age, location, gender and income with up to 85 per cent accuracy simply by analysing their posts on social media....
