The recent row over SpaceX’s Starlink and its role in helping Ukraine defend itself from a rapacious Russian invasion seems to grow only more urgent, especially as the Russian government has stepped up attacks on Ukraine’s civilian infrastructure, targeting electricity, water, and communications. Starlink, an internet service powered by a vast “satellite constellation,” is an… Continue reading Ukraine Could Never Afford to Bet on Starlink
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Tech companies added fertility features just in time for the culture war
/ Anti-abortion groups are pushing cycle tracking as a better option than hormonal birth control. Meanwhile, tech companies are adding new fertility features to their products. They’re both fighting to fill a vacuum. Anti-abortion groups are pushing back against hormonal birth control.Photo by Jim Watson / AFP via Getty Images Tech companies picked an interesting… Continue reading Tech companies added fertility features just in time for the culture war
Wing is expanding its drone delivery service to Ireland in the coming weeks
Due to developing regulations in the EU regarding uncrewed aviation regulations, today drone delivery company Wing announced a new service area in Lusk, Ireland that is slated to begin sometime in the coming weeks. Currently, Wing offers drone deliveries in four other cities (Christiansburg, Virginia; Helsinki, Finland; and Logan and Canberra, Australia), with Lusk, Ireland… Continue reading Wing is expanding its drone delivery service to Ireland in the coming weeks
Moog resurrects Moogerfooger effects as a collection of digital plugins
Moogerfoogers are among some of the most sought after effects pedals out there. They were originally introduced in 1998 and were in many ways direct descendants of some of the original Moog synth modules. They were discontinued in 2018, but even during their lifespan they could be difficult to get a hold of thanks to… Continue reading Moog resurrects Moogerfooger effects as a collection of digital plugins
James Webb telescope captures ‘knot’ of galaxies in the early universe
The James Webb Space Telescope has produced its second revelatory image in as many days. Scientists using the observatory have discovered a tightly-packed “knot” of at least three galaxies that were forming around a quasar 11.5 billion years ago, just over 2 billion years after the Big Bang. The telescope’s near-infrared spectrograph not only showed… Continue reading James Webb telescope captures ‘knot’ of galaxies in the early universe
Facebook Groups now include Reels and more anti-misinformation tools
Facebook is giving Groups a tune-up with new features, not to mention tools to ensure healthy discussions. Like it or not, Reels are coming to Groups — members can share how-to guides, vacation recaps and other videos using the seemingly omnipresent format. You can also update your Group profile to share things you might have… Continue reading Facebook Groups now include Reels and more anti-misinformation tools
Texas AG sues Google over its facial data collection practices (Updated)
The office of Texas State Attorney General Ken Paxton announced on Thursday that it has filed a lawsuit against Google over the company’s alleged years-long practices to capture and use of biometric data from, “millions of Texans without properly obtaining their informed consent to do so.” This is allegedly a violation of the state’s Capture… Continue reading Texas AG sues Google over its facial data collection practices (Updated)
Arlo is now protecting residents when they leave their residence
/ The new Arlo Safe service is the latest family tracking and safety solution to enter a growing market that includes Google Family Link and Life360 Arlo’s new Safe app has a “Walk with Me” hold button that will trigger an emergency response if no longer pressed, and the new Safe button accessory is a… Continue reading Arlo is now protecting residents when they leave their residence
India regulator fines Google $162m for anti-competitive practices in AndroidGoogle told not to offer any incentives to smartphone makers for exclusive…
India’s competition regulator said on Thursday it has fined Alphabet Inc’s Google 13.38 billion Indian rupees ($161.95 million) for anti-competitive practices related to Android mobile devices. The Competition Commission of India (CCI) also ordered Google not to offer any incentives to smartphone makers for exclusively carrying its search services. Google did not immediately respond to… Continue reading India regulator fines Google $162m for anti-competitive practices in AndroidGoogle told not to offer any incentives to smartphone makers for exclusive…
Strong ecosystem, partnerships help Bank Jago book a profit in 9 months to Sept
Gojek-backed Indonesian digital lender Bank Jago has posted a significant growth in revenue and booked a profit in the first nine months of 2022 on the back of a strong ecosystem and new collaborations, according to a statement on Thursday. During January to September 2022, the lender posted a profit of 41 billion rupiah ($2.63… Continue reading Strong ecosystem, partnerships help Bank Jago book a profit in 9 months to Sept