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Not every transition must be a caterpillar into a butterfly, or a solitary trek through terror and pain. The natural world has other models of transformation. from Ideas Latest https://ift.tt/S9OzMaF

Supply chains are clogged and driving is getting more dangerous. 2023’s autonomous vehicles could help fix both. from Ideas Latest https://ift.tt/8Fhpude

Artificial intelligence will try—and fail—to grasp the subtleties of human expression. from Ideas Latest https://ift.tt/RHqAP9U

Plus: Patches for Apple iOS 16, Google Chrome, Windows 10, and more. from Security Latest https://ift.tt/rl1uCPV

The European Union has an unusual IT strategy. While the US prioritizes the development of global tech giants, the EU focuses on becoming the sector’s leading regulator. In 2022, the bloc launched two sweeping sets of stringent new rules: the Digital Markets Act (DMA), which seeks to bolster competition in online services, and the Digital Services Act (DSA), which aims to protect people from online harm. Analysts expect the regulatory drive to accelerate next year. “The only thing we can be certain about is that there will be more regulation next year, and increased enforcement of it,” said Alan Calder,… This story continues at The Next Web from The Next Web https://ift.tt/37XWNDf

People don’t have to know exactly what’s going to happen and how to prepare for it. In the meantime, they can focus on what they know to be true. from Ideas Latest https://ift.tt/SoU31KY

Any multifactor authentication adds protection, but a physical token is the best bet when it really counts. from Security Latest https://ift.tt/O5wL8yt

Self-expression in immersive digital spaces won’t just be about your virtual hairdo, but conveying your genuine feelings. from Ideas Latest https://ift.tt/rwEb5Wi

There are many tensions in our relationship to hope. The key is not to let corporations exploit them. from Ideas Latest https://ift.tt/zfxqhAd

The year was marked by sinister new twists on cybersecurity classics, including phishing, breaches, and ransomware attacks. from Security Latest https://ift.tt/koAqSu0

Here we go again! For the sixth year running, we present Neural’s annual AI predictions. 2022 was an incredible year for the fields of machine learning and artificial intelligence. From the AI developer who tried to convince the world that one of Google’s chatbots had become sentient to the recent launch of OpenAI’s ChatGPT, it’s been 12 months of non-stop drama and action. And we have every reason to believe that next year will be both bigger and weirder. That’s why we reached out to three thought leaders whose companies are highly invested in artificial intelligence and the future. Without… This story continues at The Next Web from The Next Web https://ift.tt/pRzluoG

The password manager's most recent data breach is so concerning, users need to take immediate steps to protect themselves. from Security Latest https://ift.tt/C7ExdjS

Transformers—data models based on neural networks—will radically change how machines interact with us. from Ideas Latest https://ift.tt/pj75gOz

The Kremlin’s aggression in Ukraine is following a dangerous playbook that began to unfold years ago. from Security Latest https://ift.tt/6JjFGiY

Throughout 2022, geopolitics has given rise to a new wave of politically motivated attacks with an undercurrent of state-sponsored meddling. from Security Latest https://ift.tt/gc6f1Rz

When the camera arrived on the scene, painters declared art dead. Sound familiar? from Ideas Latest https://ift.tt/y8YiQ5j

Few could have predicted the economic and geopolitical landscape that confronted the mobility sector in 2022. With the industry still reeling from materials shortages — particularly semiconductor chips — caused by COVID-19 lockdowns, the invasion of Ukraine has further tested the sector’s resiliency. This has led to companies scrambling to wean themselves off Russian oil. The outcome of this has created a strong focus on renewable energy, including preservation, optimization of operational efficiency, and electrification, topics that’ll extend across all areas of mobility in 2023. But there’s a lot more we can expect from the sector next year, and here… This story continues at The Next Web from The Next Web https://ift.tt/FQHGZDA

Building government artificial intelligence capability is as important as roads and rail. from Ideas Latest https://ift.tt/ao5cGiQ

From SBF to the GRU, these were the most disruptive forces of online chaos this year. from Security Latest https://ift.tt/Imq2olT

According to the International Energy Association (IEA), the buildings sector in 2021 was responsible for around one-third of global energy and process-related CO2 emissions. Specifically, 6% of these emissions resulted from the manufacture of cement, steel, and aluminium used for construction; 8% from the use of fossil fuels; and 19% from the generation of electricity and heat needed to maintain them. This makes one thing clear: more attention needs to be paid to making our buildings greener and more sustainable. Thankfully, 2023 will be the year when we start taking some significant steps towards this goal. “The building sector has not… This story continues at The Next Web from The Next Web https://ift.tt/HbniFut

In the month after Elon Musk triumphantly announced his takeover of Twitter with his now famous “the bird is freed” tweet, he implemented a large-scale cull of the social media platform’s global workforce. While Musk’s rationale for this move was to make Twitter more efficient, how he carried out the cuts was widely criticised as showing a lack of compassion for employees. Luckily, the public have spoken and Musk has promised to step down after embarrassingly being voted out in his own poll. But what can we learn from this and what kind of leader does Twitter need moving forward?… This story continues at The Next Web from The Next Web https://ift.tt/RkqWCpM

Ever-expanding cloud storage presents more risks than you might think. from Security Latest https://ift.tt/r1T7mZH

Covid will stick around long-term, so we’ll need to find ways to predict its next move. from Ideas Latest https://ift.tt/oUsHQ7N

Plus: An offensive US hacking operation, swatters hacking Ring cameras, a Netflix password-sharing crackdown, and more. from Security Latest https://ift.tt/ADJuPYM

Global heating will set the stage for extreme weather everywhere in 2023. The consequences are likely to be cataclysmic. from Ideas Latest https://ift.tt/4YWGjK6

In the spring of 2010, physicist Jari Kinaret received an email from the European Commission. The EU’s executive arm was seeking pitches from scientists for ambitious new megaprojects. Known as flagships, the initiatives would focus on innovations that could transform Europe’s scientific and industrial landscape.  Kinaret, a professor at Chalmers University of Technology in Sweden, examined the initial proposals. “I was not very impressed,” the 60-year-old tells TNW. “I thought they could find better ideas.” As it happened, Kinaret had an idea of his own: growing graphene. He decided to submit the topic for consideration. That proposal lay the foundation… This story continues at The Next Web from The Next Web https://ift.tt/0GW9iQE

New research values the UK tech industry at a whopping $1 trillion (€942 billion)  — making it comfortably the leading ecosystem in Europe. This sector is now worth more than double Germany’s ($467.2 billion) and three times more than France’s ($307.5 billion), according to a report by data provider Dealroom. The UK also leads the continent in overall funding, unicorns, and startup numbers. “UK tech has remained resilient in the face of global challenges and we have ended the year as one of the world’s leading destinations for digital businesses,” said Digital Minister Paul Scully in a statement. “This is… This story continues at The Next Web from The Next Web https://ift.tt/kyLncHv

AI can already turn natural language instructions into code, but in 2023, these productivity copilots will find myriad other uses. from Ideas Latest https://ift.tt/Kw6pJ4r

On January 13, 2023, Spaceport Esrange — mainland Europe’s first satellite launch facility — will be inaugurated in Sweden. This marks a critical milestone for the continent’s space industry. Spaceport Esrange will provide the European Space Agency (ESA) with an independent getaway to the stars, enhancing its current capabilities in French Guiana. At first, the spaceport will be used to launch satellites into orbit. “Satellites are decisive for many functions of the daily lives of today’s modern world, and the need for them will only increase in the years to come with space playing an even more important role,” Stefan… This story continues at The Next Web from The Next Web https://ift.tt/5DmhMSX

As part of the 2022 European Innovation Council (EIC) Accelerator program, the Commission selected 78 startups and SMEs to receive up to €470 million in funding. Depending on its needs, each company will get up to €17.5 million in grants and/or equity investments. The latter will be made through the EIC Fund, which is now “fully operational” after appointing Luxembourg-based Alter Domus as an external fund manager to streamline the equity payment process and avoid past delays. The selected companies span across 17 EU and EEA nations, with the addition of Israel and the UK. Among them, 17% of startups… This story continues at The Next Web from The Next Web https://ift.tt/znD9M78

War has decimated much of Ukraine’s economy, but a notable exception is the IT sector. As of November, the industry’s annual export revenues had hit a record $5.5 billion — 13% more than in the same period last year. Since Russia invaded in February, 58% of Ukrainian tech firms have processed new orders from clients. Despite brutal assaults, martial law, and general mobilization, 85% have restored their pre-war business activities. That’s according to Lviv IT Cluster, a community of companies, universities, and local authorities. “Ukraine’s tech industry is not only showing the ability to operate fully, but it’s demonstrating growth,”… This story continues at The Next Web from The Next Web https://ift.tt/X9xDO2I

The three-day weekend may soon be a reality—but only if policymakers can think of proper countermeasures against voltage drops. from Ideas Latest https://ift.tt/svncu9t

Don’t be fooled by its fun name and Tamagotchi-like interface—this do-everything gadget is trouble waiting to happen and a whole lot more. from Security Latest https://ift.tt/tuDRnw9

The war in Ukraine has become the largest testing ground for artificial intelligence-powered autonomous and uncrewed vehicles in history. While the use of military robots is nothing new — World War II saw the birth of remote-controlled war machines and the US has deployed fully-autonomous assault drones as recently as 2020 — what we’re seeing in Ukraine is the proliferation of a new class of combat vehicle.  This article discusses the “killer robot” technology being used by both sides in the Russian war on Ukraine. Our main takeaway is that the “killer” part of “killer robots” doesn’t apply here. Read… This story continues at The Next Web from The Next Web https://ift.tt/EchdNiT

As we’re moving towards an EV-dominated future, efforts to introduce wireless on-road charging systems are increasing. Now, Germany’s famous Autobahn will welcome its own wireless charging system — although it won’t be available to individual EV drivers. Instead, it will power a public bus transporting passengers to the city of Balingen. The technology will be provided by Israeli wireless charging company Electreon, which will collaborate with German EnBW — an EV charging infrastructure provider — for the realization of the project. Electreon will deploy 1km of Electric Road System (ERS) along a stretch of the Autobahn, providing dynamic wireless charging… This story continues at The Next Web from The Next Web https://ift.tt/Y86xEO4

Before there was SBF, there was another “ethical crusader” who learned the same hard truths about the technology of trust. from Ideas Latest https://ift.tt/DFAP3Vd

A new US State Department assessment highlights the stark economic toll of Tehran’s recent shutdowns and platform control. from Security Latest https://ift.tt/V5fXrMb

Sidelined for too long, research into this vital aspect of health for people with ovaries will pick up pace in 2023—and it could see some big breakthroughs. from Ideas Latest https://ift.tt/695GAmd

Content provided by IBM and TNW Thanks to the convergence of several trends and changes across different markets and industries, automation is becoming a critical factor in the success of businesses and products. Advances in artificial intelligence, in parallel with the accelerating digitization of all aspects of business, are creating plenty of opportunities to automate operations, reduce waste, and increase efficiency. From managing your Information Technology (IT) bill to finding bottlenecks in your business processes and taking control of your own network operations, here are three areas where companies can gain from applying automation. 1. IT automation Practically every large… This story continues at The Next Web from The Next Web https://ift.tt/MLNkvCx

JUPITER is set to become the first European supercomputer to make the leap into the exascale era. This means, it’ll be capable of performing more than an exaflop (or 1 quintillion) operations per second. In other words, the device’s computing power will surpass that of 5 million laptops or PCs combined. The European High Performance Computing Joint Undertaking (EuroHPC JU), which is being behind the project, has now signed a hosting agreement with the Jülich Supercomputing Centre (JSC) in Germany, where JUPITER will be located. Under the terms of the agreement, JUPITER (which stands for “Joint Undertaking Pioneer for Innovative and Transformative Exascale Research”) will be… This story continues at The Next Web from The Next Web https://ift.tt/4iI8BvR

Elon Musk’s Twitter takeover is a case study in destruction. It doesn’t have to be this way. from Ideas Latest https://ift.tt/8u5lvSH

Elon Musk claims plane-tracking data is a risky privacy violation. But the world loses a lot if this information disappears—and that's already happening. from Security Latest https://ift.tt/qkBPIKc

No more fluffy climate goals and emissions offsets. Businesses will soon be expected to show real progress. from Ideas Latest https://ift.tt/8amU04q

Application development has a long history of quick evolution and transformation, perhaps faster than any other industry. The tools we use to create and host our applications are constantly changing. The fast developments in programming tools provide plenty of opportunities to create software for companies of different sizes, industries, and budgets. However, the added flexibility and diversity of tools — as well as the constantly changing landscape — also introduce their own set of challenges. Developers must be able to create their apps in ways that can adapt to the scale and changes that their organization, customers, and infrastructure undergo.… This story continues at The Next Web from The Next Web https://ift.tt/HRILw3x

Over the past year, the skyrocketing fuel prices across Europe have increased consumer interest in alternative sources of energy, such as solar power. And as demand has been on the rise, 2022 was a good funding year for startups focusing on providing photovoltaic (PV) technology to residential customers. Specifically, European startups in the sector have raised over €488 million — and that’s excluding the €855-million debt funding round attracted by Berlin-based unicorn Enpal. Notably, 86.4% of the amount has been injected in German-based startups, including 1Komma5°, Zolar, Sunhero, Enpal, Einhundert, and Sunvigo. 1Komma5° has received the highest funding throughout the… This story continues at The Next Web from The Next Web https://ift.tt/rV0QMlb

Nowadays, just about every facet of daily life can be automated or altered to fit consumers’ preferences and moods. This shift towards customizing private spaces is especially prominent in the field of smart home technology — and other industries are following suit.  A tech setting for every mood Inhalio, with just a quick verbal cue, can release scents that correlate with your mood, whether you’re feeling bright, cheerful, angsty, or drowsy. Philips Hue lights have pre-programmed scenes like ‘relax’ or ‘focus’ that sync directly with televisions and other entertainment systems to provide pulsing, complementary lighting.  This trend of setting the… This story continues at The Next Web from The Next Web https://ift.tt/pmHAM9n

Anthropomorphism was once considered a danger to the animal world. It's not so simple. from Ideas Latest https://ift.tt/vmr7ZyL

VCs will need to open their minds, as well as their pocket-books. from Ideas Latest https://ift.tt/OE6zDRI

The rise of agnotology will equip us with the tools to tackle mis- and disinformation, whatever its source. from Ideas Latest https://ift.tt/3Xn1Fcu

This article was originally published on .cult by Nadya Primak. .cult is a Berlin-based community platform for developers. We write about all things career-related, make original documentaries, and share heaps of other untold developer stories from around the world. The tech industry is not known for having great interviewing processes. From the notorious whiteboard interviews to algorithm challenges requiring a computer science degree to even wrap your head around, there are all kinds of outdated standards and approaches to interviewing developers that should have died out years ago. Unfortunately, like most legacy systems we love to hate, these interview processes… This story continues at The Next Web from The Next Web https://ift.tt/7FdUsDV

Plus: An FBI platform got hacked, an ex-Twitter employee is sentenced for espionage, malicious Windows 10 installers circulate in Ukraine, and more. from Security Latest https://ift.tt/OaqWf0B

The risk of escalation from cyberattacks has never been greater—or the pursuit of peace more complicated. from Ideas Latest https://ift.tt/XwvYomD

EU lawmakers have agreed on a new set of rules aiming to make batteries in the bloc more sustainable and reusable. The regulations will cover the entire battery life cycle: from the extraction of materials and industrial production, to disposal. They will apply to all types of batteries sold in the EU, including portable batteries used in electronic devices, industrial batteries, SLI batteries used in automotive applications, as well as batteries used in two-wheelers and EVs. The green requirements of the newly-agreed rules set an impressive milestone for the Union as part of its goals to advance its energy transition… This story continues at The Next Web from The Next Web https://ift.tt/0DXBrMZ

Emotional resonance, not cold statistics, will bring home the scale of the climate crisis—and the need for action. from Ideas Latest https://ift.tt/1MajcRt

How mood boards, meme pages, and the anon submission feature became forms of resistance and fed global civil arrest over the country’s zero-covid policy. from Ideas Latest https://ift.tt/scim1jZ

App downloads are at an all-time high, but a growing number of innovators believe that a world beyond them is the next frontier for technology. We’re constantly shuffling back and forth from one app to another to carry out daily tasks. But this can be cumbersome, a drain on devices, and time-consuming. It’s not unusual for people to use a combination of apps simultaneously to carry out one task. Just think about all those times when you had to switch to your email, while using another app, because you needed to verify something in your inbox. With people averaging four… This story continues at The Next Web from The Next Web https://ift.tt/seNT30h

These past few years have been visceral reminders of our mortality. But new technologies can offer a way for us and our loved ones to live on. from Ideas Latest https://ift.tt/am82liY

How do you keep Facebook easy to use without being trivial to exploit? The company is trying to chart a middle ground. from Security Latest https://ift.tt/H8CfEKu

Elon Musk is progressing plans to slim down Twitter since he bought the 396 million-member platform for US$44 billion (£38 billion) on October 27. Musk’s deal has taken Twitter private, dissolved the platform’s board and enhanced his unilateral power as CEO. But mass redundancy announcements made since he took control have been scrutinized globally. Musk’s plans to restructure Twitter began with laying off top executives, before notifications were emailed to around half of the Twitter global workforce that they were being made redundant or that their jobs were at risk. In a memo to staff, Musk defended the firings as… This story continues at The Next Web from The Next Web https://ift.tt/WD4XmJT

Navigation system monitors have seen a recent uptick in interruptions since Ukraine began launching long-range drone attacks. from Security Latest https://ift.tt/vhz8UEp

Soon, companies will have no place to hide if they fail to deliver on sustainability. from Ideas Latest https://ift.tt/QTpA3Y4

A Berlin-based scientist has unveiled a novel solution for Europe’s tumbling birth rates: “the world’s first artificial womb facility.” Dubbed EctoLife, the concept is the brainchild of Hashem Al-Ghaili, a Yemen-born biotechnologist and science communicator. His invention comprises 75 separate labs, each of which accommodates up to 400 adorable “growth pods,” which replicate the conditions of a mother’s womb. Al-Ghaili claims a single building can incubate 30,000 babies a year.  It’s the future that your unborn child deserves. Just peruse all the amenities that the designer fetus will enjoy. EctoLife can house the population of a large town. Credit: Hashem… This story continues at The Next Web from The Next Web https://ift.tt/EflrZbq

The company has taken measures to mitigate the risks, but security researchers warn of a broader threat. from Security Latest https://ift.tt/KnVaNYG

The newly-adopted 2023 work program of the European Innovation Council (EIC) will grant €1.6 billion in funding to scientists and innovators who can scale up breakthrough technologies and create new markets. Notably, 70% of this amount (€1.13bn) is reserved for the EIC Accelerator, which supports startups and SMEs in developing and marketing high-impact innovations. Specifically, €525 million is made available for startups developing future technologies that will contribute to the EU’s strategic objectives. These include biomarkers for cancer, decontamination for pandemic management, energy storage, quantum or semiconductor components, resilient agriculture, space tech, and the New European Bauhaus initiative. The remaining… This story continues at The Next Web from The Next Web https://ift.tt/12qrGYi

And new evidence suggests those hackers may have collaborated with the police who investigated him. from Security Latest https://ift.tt/JzCsV3c

Two Black academics discuss the rationale behind leaving Twitter or going down with the ship. from Ideas Latest https://ift.tt/9zOBhlq

Shocking absolutely no one, it turns out the UK barely gives a diddly about the metaverse — especially when compared to the rest of the world. But, for startups and businesses, this apathy is actually an opportunity. First off though, the data. According to a report from law firm Gowling WLG, 10% of UK consumers aren’t interested in the metaverse, and 20% don’t expect it to become mainstream. On top of that, many people are concerned about its downsides: Credit: Gowling WLG The report also highlights that twice as many consumers in China (83%) want to take part in the… This story continues at The Next Web from The Next Web https://ift.tt/TYpDyVx

It’s always pleasing to see things become what they deep down are. from Ideas Latest https://ift.tt/xLgJ20P

Once again, a single egotistical clown has short-circuited our ability to have a sensible discussion about the future. from Ideas Latest https://ift.tt/yTtOGvI

Getir, the Turkish fast delivery startup, has bought its German rival Gorillas. This further reduces the number of companies in Europe promising to bring groceries to your door within minutes. This merger leaves only three such businesses active on the continent: Getir, Berlin-based Flink, and US-based Gopuff. As Getir’s founder tweeted, the acquisition valued Gorillas at $1.2 billion — down from $3.1 billion in September 2021. Gorillas was among the most hyped-up startups in the instant grocery delivery sector, offering delivery times in less than ten minutes and numerous discounts. Founded in 2020, the company expanded rapidly covering multiple European… This story continues at The Next Web from The Next Web https://ift.tt/J9vGgBS

Elon Musk’s “Twitter Files,” which supposedly reveal the nefarious inner workings of the platform he purchased, are ideological theater. from Ideas Latest https://ift.tt/6JwWcYK

Content provided by IBM and TNW As our lives become more digitized, the IT infrastructure supporting the applications and services we use have become increasingly complex. There are a variety of options to run services in the cloud, on-premise, serverless, and hybrid, which makes it possible to accommodate different kinds of applications, environments, and audiences. However, managing such complex IT architectures is becoming increasingly difficult. There are too many moving parts, which makes it difficult to optimize IT, predict and prevent outages, and respond to incidents after they happen. Fortunately, AIOps — the use of AI in IT operations —… This story continues at The Next Web from The Next Web https://ift.tt/By1Gdgu

A confluence of factors is leading people in the nation to gravitate toward extremist views. from Security Latest https://ift.tt/ihHV6IP

In an age when consumers expect products and services on demand, there are very few things more annoying than a sluggish website. And for businesses that fail to keep their website at optimal performance, there’s a big risk: it kills the customer experience. Studies show that just two seconds of additional loading time can increase bounce rates by 103%, meanwhile 100 milliseconds of load time can cause a 7% drop in conversion. Site speed is also a factor in Google rankings on desktop and mobile. Poor performance can reduce your site’s visibility on search engines, killing your traffic. But, you’re… This story continues at The Next Web Or just read more coverage about: WordPress from The Next Web https://ift.tt/6rQFZTh

Being a woman in business is incredibly tough. On average, it takes them 30% longer than men to achieve the CEO position. They hold under 25% of board room positions. And 42% of women have experienced sexism at work. These figures are just the tip of the iceberg. From socialization to society-wide prejudice, women are confronted by difficulties at every turn in the startup, tech, and business worlds. But that doesn’t mean success can’t be found, far from it in fact. There are rafts of women thriving in business — and one of those is Trinny Woodall, the co-founder of… This story continues at The Next Web from The Next Web https://ift.tt/xUpuwS1

Plus: Chinese hackers stealing US Covid relief funds, a cyberattack on the Met Opera website, and more. from Security Latest https://ift.tt/yDNtuYp

Despite mitigation, one of the worst bugs in internet history is still prevalent—and being exploited. from Security Latest https://ift.tt/GiHRuLh

When large language models fall short, the consequences can be serious. Why is it so hard to acknowledge that? from Ideas Latest https://ift.tt/tmFlLXV

The Netherlands is one of the best places in the world for startups and businesses working on green tech. Managing the climate is deeply rooted in Dutch culture. With nearly a third of its land below sea level, the country has been highly-adaptive to environmental challenges — finding ways to turn them into opportunities for technological growth. Think, for instance, of how the Dutch have managed to reclaim land from sea with polders, or avoid flooding from the North Sea with the construction of the Delta Works, a series of dams and surge barriers along the southern West coast. The… This story continues at The Next Web from The Next Web https://ift.tt/UFneL7q

Are you thinking about uploading some selfies and buying a pack of ‘Magic Avatars’? Consider these expert tips first. from Security Latest https://ift.tt/f1iZWp8

The company, which works with hundreds of startups, said it detected unauthorized access to personal data, including Social Security numbers. from Security Latest https://ift.tt/Ip1HGiE

Almost weekly a friend or an acquaintance asks me, “I want to learn to code; which language should I start with?” More or less bi-weekly I get a DM on LinkedIn starting with, “My son should start programming; what is the best language for him?” It’s not just people who’ve never coded before. Often I get these messages from people who have several years of coding experience under their belts. I’m not saying this to complain. I make half a living from prodding the pros and cons of different programming languages, frameworks, and AI models here on Medium. I profit… This story continues at The Next Web from The Next Web https://ift.tt/XYTJeRm

The company will also soon support the use of physical authentication keys with Apple ID, and is adding contact verification for iMessage in 2023. from Security Latest https://ift.tt/Jfl72Pp

On cybercrime forums, user complaints about being duped may accidentally expose their real identities. from Security Latest https://ift.tt/PILw1eW

Vivaldi browser is backing Mastodon to release online communications from Big Tech’s stranglehold. The Oslo-based company today became the first browser to integrate Mastodon — just weeks after launching its own server on the federated social network. The moves aim to accelerate the uptake of Mastodon, while attracting more users to Vivaldi’s privacy-focused browser. They arrive amid a backlash against Silicon Valley’s closed platforms and lock-in algorithms, which spread deeper into the mainstream after Elon Musk bought Twitter.  Since the world’s richest person took over the bird app, Mastodon’s active user base has soared from 300,000 to 2.6 million —… This story continues at The Next Web from The Next Web https://ift.tt/rkzUXD4

The dreamy photo-editing AI is a nightmare waiting to happen. from Ideas Latest https://ift.tt/oaqS3LJ

When signing up for Facebook and Instagram, users are forced to agree to Meta’s privacy policy. This allows the company to deliver targeted adverts — but not for much longer. On Monday, EU privacy regulators ruled that users of Meta’s platforms should no longer have to accept these sort of adverts, sources from Reuters and the Wall Street Journal reveal. The regulators declared that this kind of coerced consent falls foul of the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), the EU’s wide-reaching privacy law. This doesn’t mean it’s a done deal though. Ireland’s Data Protection Commission still needs to issue specific orders… This story continues at The Next Web from The Next Web https://ift.tt/oe6CgbX

The European startup scene is booming, with the total equity value exceeding $3 trillion in 2021 — the highest number ever recorded. Currently, four countries are the major players in the ecosystem: the UK, the Netherlands, Germany, and France, which host nearly two-thirds of the continent’s top 1,000 startups and scaleups. Among them, Amsterdam has seen explosive growth, with a whopping 53% average year-over-year growth since 2011. It has also been ranked as Europe’s second top performing startup hub for 2021 — preceded by London, and followed by Paris and Berlin. Yet, compared to the other countries, the Netherlands is… This story continues at The Next Web from The Next Web https://ift.tt/HIZqY4u

Content provided by IBM and TNW Companies that don’t have a digitization and automation strategy will probably not survive in the next decade. Why? Because a host of technological developments are making it possible to free employees from a range of routine operations, so they can focus on the most impactful areas of business. Enterprises that embrace automation can have happier customers, more satisfied employees, and streamlined operations. From back-office tasks to the inspection of industrial complexes and manufacturing sites, there are tools and platforms to collect and analyze various types of data, and take actions that automate repetitive tasks… This story continues at The Next Web from The Next Web https://ift.tt/CKviDxP

Concerns about artificial intelligence replacing long-haul drivers are not new, but the real story is more nuanced. from Ideas Latest https://ift.tt/8rKP6XV

The UK's use of technology to enforce its hard-line immigration policy brings the border into every facet of migrants' lives. from Security Latest https://ift.tt/Z4G0kYO

You can’t have been active in the workplace (or had an account on a social media platform) over the last couple of years and not come across the term the “Great Resignation,” also known as the Big Quit or the Great Reshuffle. It started as a US-based economic trend whereby employees voluntarily left their jobs en masse, and then spread to Europe. Whatever way it happened, the net result was the same: a lot of people left their jobs, took time off, moved abroad to check out life as a digital nomad, or changed sectors. Others reskilled during the pandemic,… This story continues at The Next Web from The Next Web https://ift.tt/HgkCfQD

The road to fully autonomous vehicles is long and marred by technological challenges, from the cost of developing the technology and commercial expansion, all the way through public acceptance and safety concerns. And that’s if people even want to give up driving in the first place. But there’s something that can help this transition, that can bridge the divide between the autonomous believers and self-driving sceptics: remote-controlled vehicles. And no, we’re not talking about toy cars, these are real, adult-sized, remotely-driven automobiles. In this piece, I’m going to explain how they work, the commercial and technological implications, and if they… This story continues at The Next Web from The Next Web https://ift.tt/WZJQMe8

France has been given the green light to ban short-haul domestic flights. Specifically, between locations where there is a train alternative that takes less than 2.5 hours. When the French government suggested the measure in 2021 as part of the country’s Climate Law, it was contested by the Union of French Airports (UAF) and the European branch of the Airports Council International (ACI Europe). This led to an investigation by the European Commission, which gave the final approval on Friday — making France the first EU member state with a short-haul flight ban. Initially, the measure will affect routes between… This story continues at The Next Web from The Next Web https://ift.tt/IN3sJz2

The evolution of data centers has been continuous since their advent, with the requirements of each technological era defining each phase of transformation. As the world abruptly shifted to digital during the COVID pandemic, we’re now producing more data than ever before. Naturally, the demand to manage, store, and process that data has also increased exponentially. Along with this heightened demand, comes a new set of challenges and things to consider when building the data centers of the future. How can we satisfy our growing data needs, without compromising the environment? How can we tackle the growing cybersecurity threat and… This story continues at The Next Web from The Next Web https://ift.tt/l0otLZI

Plus: ICE accidentally doxes asylum seekers, Google fails to uphold a post-Roe promise, and LastPass suffers the second breach this year. from Security Latest https://ift.tt/ZawLz3P

Device manufacturers use “platform certificates” to verify an app’s authenticity, making them particularly dangerous in the wrong hands. from Security Latest https://ift.tt/A31Z4MD

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Amongst the 2022 Apple Store Awards winners, Gentler Streak emerged as the Apple Watch App of the year. For those of you who haven’t heard of it, the app — designed for iPhone and Apple Watch use — is a workout and fitness tracker that comes with a twist: a self-compassionate approach to exercise. Gentler Streak is the first product of Gentler Stories, a Slovenian-based mobile app studio that specializes in solutions for a sustainable lifestyle. The women-led company was founded in February 2021 by three Apple Entrepreneur Camp alumni and one alumnus of Y Combinator, a startup accelerator. The… This story continues at The Next Web Or just read more coverage about: Apple from The Next Web https://ift.tt/1P7bEdO

We’ve long suspected the human brain is a quantum computer but we’ve never had any actual evidence to back this theory up. That is, until now. A pair of researchers from Trinity College in Dublin and the Polish Academy of Sciences in Warsaw recently published what may turn out to be landmark research in the quest to understand the human brain, consciousness, and the physical nature of the universe itself. The team’s paper, titled “Experimental indications of non-classical brain functions,” details an experimental MRI paradigm in which it appeared test subjects’ brains were entangled with their hearts. Entanglement refers to… This story continues at The Next Web from The Next Web https://ift.tt/EPqNB4I

According to EU data, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are the backbone of Europe’s economy. They represent 99% of all businesses in the Union, employ around 100 million people, and account for more than half of Europe’s GDP. Yet, business survival for SMEs has been continuously challenged since the pandemic. After suffering the consequences of the COVID crisis, SMEs are now particularly affected by soaring energy prices, inflation, supply chain bottlenecks, and changed consumer behavior. That’s especially the case in the retail, food, and restaurant sectors — among those that were hit hardest during the pandemic. A survey conducted by… This story continues at The Next Web from The Next Web https://ift.tt/tJHGgRX

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As authorities hit citizens with more violence, the social network is proving key to documenting abuses. If it breaks, a human rights lifeline may disappear. from Security Latest https://ift.tt/Dh8bnvY