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Twitter dumps tabbed timeline, users to get their latest-tweet-first feed back par Neowin.net le 14-03-2022 à 23:52

Twitter has time and again attempted to tweak users' Tweet feed or timeline with its own algorithms. However, the micro-blogging network is shelving the 'tabbed interface' for now. Read more...

Cerebras brings wafer-size AI chips to medical data analysis par The Register le 14-03-2022 à 23:46

CEO tells El Reg why biomedical firms dig big diesAI chip startup Cerebras Systems has deployed one of its CS-2 systems at a well-funded startup that uses natural language processing to analyze massive amounts of biomedical data.…

RISC-V's SiFive sells connectivity IP to Alphawave par The Register le 14-03-2022 à 23:05

We want to concentrate on legging it after Arm, says bizUp-and-coming SiFive is selling its OpenFive business, including its portfolio of blueprints for chip connectivity, to fellow silicon designer Alphawave.…

Intel's highly anticipated Arc GPUs finally get a release date and its not too far away par Neowin.net le 14-03-2022 à 22:48

Intel has finally unveiled the release date for Arc discrete graphics. The company will be launching its first-gen Arc mobile GPUs on March 30 at a special event dubbed 'A New Stage of the Game'. Read more...

Ukrainians turn to translation and language learning apps as they're forced to flee war par Neowin.net le 14-03-2022 à 21:32

Translation and language learning app downloads have spiked among Ukrainians as they flee the war and try to settle in other countries. Translation app downloads were up 71% month-over-month. Read more...

If you want to connect GPUs direct to SSDs for a speed boost, this could be it par The Register le 14-03-2022 à 21:23

Go away, CPU, you're not needed here ... mostlyNvidia, IBM, and university collaborators have a developed an architecture they say will provide fast fine-grain access to large amounts of data storage for GPU-accelerated applications, such as analytics and machine-learning training.…

Microsoft reinforces Windows 11 as the best for gaming as DirectStorage finally hits PCs par Neowin.net le 14-03-2022 à 21:18

Microsoft has released DirectStorage on Windows 11 which means, going forward, games can start using it. With DirectStorage, the firm reminds us that Windows 11 is the best OS for gaming. Read more...

China thrilled it captured already-leaked NSA cyber-weapon par The Register le 14-03-2022 à 20:28

Not now with your mischief, BeijingChina claims it has obtained malware used by the NSA to steal files, monitor and redirect network traffic, and remotely control computers to spy on foreign targets.…

Microsoft reportedly considers adding more ads to File Explorer in Windows 11 [Update] par Neowin.net le 14-03-2022 à 20:20

Alongside some much-needed features and quality improvements, Microsoft appears to be testing new ads in Windows 11. Users report seeing Microsoft Editor banners directly in File Explorer. Read more...

How to use Face ID with a mask for Apple Pay on iPhone par Neowin.net le 14-03-2022 à 20:04

iOS 15.4 allows using Face ID for authenticating Apple Pay and unlocking your iPhone without an Apple Watch. Here is what you need to know enabling and using this much-needed feature. Read more...

EU Parliament committee decides not to ban proof-of-work cryptos par Neowin.net le 14-03-2022 à 19:48

A European Union Parliament committee has decided not to ban proof-of-work cryptocurrencies in the bloc. Such a ban would have affected the most popular cryptos including Bitcoin and Ethereum. Read more...

Ford to sell unfinished Explorers as chip shortage bites par The Register le 14-03-2022 à 19:45

Why pay more when you can get less?Good news for those kept out of the seat of a new Ford Explorer by the chip shortage: you can get one now, with a slight catch. …

Microsoft releases Windows 10 21H2 Build 19044.1618 (KB5011543) with new Search highlights par Neowin.net le 14-03-2022 à 19:32

Microsoft has announced the release of Windows 10 21H2 Build 19044.1618 (KB5011543) to the Release Preview Channel for those Insiders who are on Windows 10. The latest update brings search highlights. Read more...

Get a lifetime subscription to eLearnOffice Microsoft Office for only $29 par Neowin.net le 14-03-2022 à 19:00

With today's highlighted deal, save $170 off a lifetime subscription to eLearnOffice. Certify your ability In 8 essential Microsoft Office tools and make an instant workplace impact. Read more...

Microsoft claims breakthrough in quantum computer system par The Register le 14-03-2022 à 18:56

If true, Redmond is capable sustaining a stable working environment somewhere after allMicrosoft has claimed an important breakthrough in its journey to build and operate a viable quantum computer.…

Russia sees 2088% increase in VPN usage after banning Facebook and Instagram par Neowin.net le 14-03-2022 à 18:36

Russian demand for Virtual Private Networks (VPNs) has skyrocketed by around 2088% after the country banned Meta's Facebook and Instagram platforms, in addition to several others. Read more...

SAP and Maersk among 100 new firms to join Amazon's climate pledge par Neowin.net le 14-03-2022 à 18:20

Amazon has announced the latest expansion of signatories to The Climate Pledge. In this round, 100 new companies joined up including SAP. Under the pledge, companies strive to be net-zero by 2040. Read more...

Microsoft and Oracle have finally fixed one of the oldest Windows 11 known issues par Neowin.net le 14-03-2022 à 18:04

Microsoft is no longer blocking computers with VirtualBox from getting Windows 11 via Windows Update. The newest VirtualBox version has finally solved the last Windows 'upgrade block.' Read more...

Viasat, Rosneft hit by cyberattacks as Ukraine war spills online par The Register le 14-03-2022 à 18:02

One shows signs of a state-sponsored intrusion, the other potentially notSigns of Russian cyberattacks on Western-owned digital systems have begun to emerge – even as the German arm of Russian oil company Rosneft said it was breached over the weekend.…

Warner Bros. Discovery is merging Discovery Plus with HBO Max par Neowin.net le 14-03-2022 à 17:40

Warner Bros. Discovery, which recently got merged with AT&T-owned WarnerMedia, is now merging its streaming platform Discovery Plus with HBO Max as well, as announced by CFO Funnar Wiedenfels. Read more...

ReactOS shows off SMP support in open-source take on Windows par The Register le 14-03-2022 à 17:30

Huge step towards the project's goal of being a drop-in replacement for older Microsoft operating systemsReactOS, the open-source project for creating a binary-compatible drop-in replacement for Windows, has crossed a crucial milestone with a first look at symmetric multiprocessing...

Updates to Google Cloud's infrastructure product and pricing may increase your bills par Neowin.net le 14-03-2022 à 17:20

Google's updates to its infrastructure product and pricing structure might show an increase in the bills for some customers while others will enjoy lower bills. Price changes go into effect on Oct 1. Read more...

Ukraine uses Clearview AI facial-recognition technology par The Register le 14-03-2022 à 17:00

Controversial search engine being used to identify dead and Russian operativesThe Ukrainian government is using facial recognition technology from startup Clearview AI to help them identify the dead, reveal Russian assailants, and combat misinformation from the Russian government and...

Google introduces new Cloud infrastructure pricing par The Register le 14-03-2022 à 16:26

New, in this case, meaning generally more expensivePricing changes coming to Google Cloud are likely to catch IT leaders, especially those on the budget side, by surprise. …

AMD's Threadripper PRO 5995WX with 64 Zen 3 cores eases its way to the top of PassMark par Neowin.net le 14-03-2022 à 16:24

In the latest PassMark rankings update, AMD's recently launched 64 core Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5995WX has become the fastest CPU available in the entire market, easily surpassing those of last gen. Read more...

Microsoft proposes type syntax for JavaScript par The Register le 14-03-2022 à 15:50

Long overdue innovation or an affront to all that developers hold dear?Type-fans rejoice! Plans (or a proposal, at least) are afoot to pop some type-checking into the infamously dynamically typed JavaScript.…

Congress earmarks cash for fusion energy development par The Register le 14-03-2022 à 15:21

When it comes to smashing atoms, things are really starting to heat upA new funding bill in the US Congress has put aside millions of dollars for fusion energy research, despite the fusion-powered future being some years away. …

Wi-Fi 6E unaffected by chip shortages, claims Wi-Fi Alliance par The Register le 14-03-2022 à 15:20

Move along, people. Nothing to see here. Go homeBusinesses shouldn't wait for Wi-Fi 7 networking kit when Wi-Fi 6E can give them significant advantages today.…

AMD FSR 2.0 alleged details leak, could finally be a viable replacement for Nvidia DLSS par Neowin.net le 14-03-2022 à 15:16

According to a report, AMD is going to introduce the next revision of its FSR image upscaling tech soon. The leaked details say FSR 2.0 is going to bring image quality even better than the native. Read more...

Cyberwarfare plays growing role in the Russia-Ukraine conflict par BetaNews le 14-03-2022 à 15:08

As we reported last week, cyberattacks are being used on both sides of the Russia-Ukraine conflict. Two new reports out today take a deeper look at how the cyber aspect of the conflict is developing. Accenture's Cyber Threat Intelligence team has been looking at how threat actors...

Python For Dummies, 2nd Edition ($24 Value) - Free eBook par Neowin.net le 14-03-2022 à 15:00

Whether you're a newbie coder or just want to add Python to your magic box of tricks, this is the perfect, practical introduction—and one you'll return to as you grow your career. Claim now! Read more...

Ukraine president namechecks software giants to end support in Russia par The Register le 14-03-2022 à 14:50

Oracle states it is agreeing to request while SAP and Microsoft decline to commentUkrainian president Volodymyr Zelenskyy has called on the world's largest software vendors to end support for Russian customers, companies and government organisations.…

Driver in Uber's self-driving car death goes on trial, says she feels 'betrayed' par The Register le 14-03-2022 à 14:19

Plus: Clearview slapped with €20m from Italy's data regulator for scraping selfies, and moreIn brief The name Rafaela Vasquez may not immediately be recogniseable, but the accident that ties her to the first-ever fatal self-driving car crash accident will be.…

Deal of the Day: 25% off Anker Soundcore Q35, Life P3, and more par Neowin.net le 14-03-2022 à 14:16

Amazon's Deal of the Day on Anker headphones lets you save 25% off the Soundcore Q35, or you can pick up the previous generation Q30 (2020) or Life P3 noise cancelling Earbuds for even less. Read more...

Windows 12 is everything Windows 11 should be -- and the Microsoft operating system we need! par BetaNews le 14-03-2022 à 14:13

You can now call Ukrainian mobile and landline phone numbers for free using Skype par Neowin.net le 14-03-2022 à 14:00

In its latest effort to help Ukrainian users, Microsoft announced free Skype calls to landline and mobile numbers in Ukraine. Also, Skype now supports more languages for translating to/from Ukrainian. Read more...

New US law: Cyberattacks to be reported within 72 hours par The Register le 14-03-2022 à 13:47

Plus: Criminals use contact forms to spread BazarBackdoor, ServiceNow leaks, and moreIn brief A US bill that would require critical infrastructure operators to report cyberattacks within 72 hours is headed to President Joe Biden's desk to be signed into law.…

Microsoft, OpenAI method could make training large neural networks cheaper par The Register le 14-03-2022 à 13:02

Cost of tuning hyperparameters using ?Transfer was 7% of what it would be to pre-train GPT-3Companies scaling up their neural network models could cut expensive training costs by employing a technique developed by researchers at Microsoft and OpenAI.…

Brit techie shows us life in Ukraine amid Russian invasion par The Register le 14-03-2022 à 12:15

Martial law, no booze sales, big queues for trains westwardsPics British infosec pro Vic Harkness traveled to Ukraine to offer humanitarian help – and while taking a break in the western city of Lviv she described to The Register what it's like in the war-torn country.…

Do traditional antivirus solutions still have a role in the age of AI? [Q&A] par BetaNews le 14-03-2022 à 11:52

Antivirus software was one of the earliest cybersecurity solutions, with the first commercial programs appearing in the 1980s, and it remains at the core of protecting computer systems today. But as threats evolve and become more sophisticated, does traditional antivirus still have a...

Canonical: OpenStack is dead, long live OpenStack par The Register le 14-03-2022 à 11:30

It might not be trendy anymore, but apparently it keeps on sellingIn a slightly curious blog post, Ubuntu recently dismissed the idea that OpenStack was no longer relevant and had been "abandoned" – making it the second outfit in the past six months to state how confident it remains...

114 billion transistors, one big meh. Apple's M1 Ultra wake-up call par The Register le 14-03-2022 à 10:32

What if we've built the future, but nobody wants to come?Opinion On March 9th, Apple had its spring reveal. The stars of the show were a nice monitor, a new budget iPhone, and the Mac Studio, a Mac Mini stretched in Photoshop. Reaction was muted. There'd been some very accurate...

Prototype app outperforms and outlasts outsourced production version par The Register le 14-03-2022 à 09:30

Behind every successful company there is that one weird Visual Basic 3 app still running the showWho, Me? We all want the users of our software to be happy, but how far would you go to fulfill that requirement? For one Register reader, perhaps a bit too far. Welcome to Who, Me?…

Despite shortages, networking hardware market grew strongly in 2021 par The Register le 14-03-2022 à 08:45

Any port in a stormAnalyst firm International Data Corporation (IDC) has found that the global market for switches surged during 2021, despite shortages that have seen delivery of some products delayed for many months.…

Study finds more work PCs are finally ready to receive the Windows 11 upgrade par Neowin.net le 14-03-2022 à 08:18

As we enter Q2 2022, a study conducted across 2 million devices has found that more enterprise computers are finally ready for a Windows 11 upgrade. The report also reveals other interesting details. Read more...

Steam game gets review-bombed after developer rants about masks in patch notes par Neowin.net le 14-03-2022 à 08:02

In a crazy turn of events, a popular Steam game is being review-bombed because the developer ranted against masks in the patch notes, calling them a hurdle in them getting 'laid' - kind of. Read more...

China: Attacks from US IP addresses hit us, moved on to Russia and Ukraine par The Register le 14-03-2022 à 07:58

Offers list of addys that look like they're hosted at carriers and colos – hardly the stuff of super-spiesChina's Cyberspace Administration has claimed that "since late February" it has observed continuous attacks on the Chinese internet and computers in the nation by people who used...

Russia labels Meta an 'extremist' organization, bans Instagram par The Register le 14-03-2022 à 06:59

As Ukraine calls for big tech to end support for its products in RussiaRussia's Investigative Committee, the nation's peak criminal and anti-corruption investigation body, has opened a probe into whether Meta is an extremist organization.…

Taiwan rounds up 60 Chinese tech workers on suspicion of poaching tech and people par The Register le 14-03-2022 à 05:59

The fight against economic espionage and skullduggery continuesTaiwan's Ministry of Justice has tasked its Investigation Bureau to conduct a series of raids around the island and hauled in 60 Chinese nationals suspected of lifting trade secrets or poaching talent from China-owned...

Linus Torvalds ponders limits of automation as kernel release delayed par The Register le 14-03-2022 à 02:57

Spectre-related weakness has made an eighth release candidate necessaryLinux kernel development boss Linus Torvalds's prediction that Linux 5.17 would be released this week "unless something surprising comes up" has come to pass. Not in the good way.…

China's top tech city Shenzhen locks down completely for at least a week par The Register le 14-03-2022 à 01:03

iPhone plants closed and so have plenty more - brace for tech supply chain troubleThe Chinese city of Shenzhen – the nation's tech hub – has gone into a week-long lockdown intended to slow an outbreak of COVID-19, and sent the world's tech-dependent industries into a whirlwind of...