Steven Microsoft Unveils AI-Powered Overhaul for Windows 11 Microsoft has just unveiled a massive update for Windows 11 that centres around AI technology, enhancing various features and introducing useful AI helpers throughout the system. This update aims to optimise user experience and streamline tasks in core Windows applications. Key Points A substantial AI update for Windows … Read more
From Russia with doubt: Go library’s Kremlin ties stoke fear Easyjson, a popular Go library for data serialisation, is raising eyebrows due to its connections with Russia’s VK Group, which reportedly has ties to state entities. Security firm Hunted Labs has flagged concerns about the library’s use in critical open-source projects and its implications for … Read more
Microsoft Makes Fedora an Official Windows Subsystem for Linux (WSL) Distribution Microsoft has officially added Fedora Linux to its Windows Subsystem for Linux (WSL) distribution. You can now run Fedora 42 natively inside Windows, elaborating on its commitment to broaden WSL offerings for developers. Source: Slashdot Key Points Fedora 42 can now be installed and … Read more
Emerging technologies in construction help manage work, risk Construction companies are usually slow on the tech uptake, but that’s changing! With pressures mounting from tariffs and a demand for efficiency, the industry is now embracing emerging technologies to navigate risks and manage projects better. Source: TechTarget Key Points Financial and cultural issues have previously slowed … Read more
EU tells US scientists to dump Trump for a lab in Europe The European Commission is on a mission to attract scientists and researchers to Europe, promoting it as a hub of academic freedom and research excellence. At an event in Sorbonne University, EC President Ursula von der Leyen announced the “Choose Europe” initiative, which … Read more
Reddit CEO Says ‘Idealism’ Masked Poor Work Ethic in Company’s Early Days Reddit’s CEO, Steve Huffman, has candidly shared insights about the company’s early days, indicating that a strong sense of idealism among employees led to a less than stellar work ethic. Upon returning to the company in 2015, he noted that while the idealism … Read more
California fines clothing retailer, orders changes in privacy business practices The California Privacy Protection Agency (CPPA) has imposed a hefty fine on Todd Snyder, Inc., a national clothing retailer. The CPPA found that the retailer’s privacy portal was flawed, blocking consumers from successfully opting out of the sale or sharing of their personal data. The … Read more
College Graduate Unemployment Hits 5.8%, Highest in Decades Recent data from the New York Federal Reserve reveals that college graduate unemployment has soared to 5.8%, marking the worst job market for new grads in decades. The disparity between recent graduates’ unemployment rates and the general labour force has also reached alarming lows, indicating significant challenges … Read more
Most Americans Use Federal Science Information On a Weekly Basis, a New Poll Finds A recent poll reveals that most Americans unknowingly rely on federal science information in their daily lives, with over 90% using resources like weather forecasts and food safety warnings each week. Conducted by the Association of Science and Technology Centers, this … Read more
How will enterprises handle changes in Exchange Server SE? Summary Microsoft’s Exchange Server, a cornerstone of enterprise communication for nearly three decades, is evolving dramatically. With Exchange Online gaining massive traction in the cloud space, on-premises Exchange users face a key decision: migrate to the new Exchange Server Subscription Edition (SE) or adopt cloud solutions. … Read more
