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Monday 30 December 2019

Tech News Flash


Tech News Flash: Monday -- December 30, 2019

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Headline Scan
2010 - 2019: Product of the Decade
Using Technology to Fix the Flawed Impeachment Process
Is Your Health Data at Risk?
Remix Could Bring Some Cinnamon Lovers Back to Ubuntu
32-Minute Cleveland-Chicago Hyperloop Run Is Feasible, Study Says

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2010 - 2019: Product of the Decade
As we get to the end of December, I typically pick my product of the
year, but this is also the end of the decade, so I'll go back and look
at the prior products of the year, name my pick for this year, and then
pick my product of the decade. 2010 was an easy choice as the iPad came
out and scared the hell out of the entire PC market. Its release made
the whole "PC is Dead" thing real.
http://www.technewsworld.com/story/86427.html

Using Technology to Fix the Flawed Impeachment Process
When the U.S. president was impeached last week, it surfaced the fact
that impeachment, and particularly the removal of a U.S. president, is a
process that doesn't work. Throughout U.S. history, there have been 45
presidents, and given that no one trains for that job, you'd figure
several would have been removed for cause. However, impeachment has been
attempted three times without a removal.
http://www.technewsworld.com/story/86426.html

Is Your Health Data at Risk?
We've recently seen much breathless news coverage of the Nightingale
Project, Google's half-secret partnership with Ascension, the second-
largest healthcare system in the U.S. The details of the project --
which involves sharing the healthcare data of tens of millions of
unsuspecting patients -- have raised significant concerns. The concerns
have centered around issues that by now are familiar.
http://www.technewsworld.com/story/86428.html

Remix Could Bring Some Cinnamon Lovers Back to Ubuntu
Ubuntu Cinnamon Remix arrived just in time for the holidays. Its first
stable version is based on Ubuntu 19.10 Eoan Ermine. It utilizes Linux
Mint's Cinnamon desktop environment on top of Ubuntu Linux's codebase.
Work on several release candidate and beta versions stretches back to
2013. The efforts stayed under the radar until the announcement of the
new distro's debut stable release.
http://www.technewsworld.com/story/86429.html

32-Minute Cleveland-Chicago Hyperloop Run Is Feasible, Study Says
The 300-plus mile trip between Cleveland and Chicago could take as
little as 32 minutes by Hyperloop, according to a new feasibility study.
Hyperloop is the only form of high-speed transportation that is
profitable and makes economic sense in the U.S., found the study, a
joint effort of TEMS, the Northeast Ohio Areawide Coordinating Agency,
and Hyperloop Transportation Technologies.
http://www.technewsworld.com/story/86424.html

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Wednesday 18 December 2019

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ECT News Network Weekly Newsletter: Wednesday -- December 18, 2019

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This Week's Top News Headlines From the E-Commerce Times

Amazon Gives FedEx the Boot for Christmas
(Posted 18-Dec-19)
http://www.ecommercetimes.com/story/86421.html

3 Steps to a Winning Google Shopping Strategy
(Posted 14-Dec-19)
http://www.ecommercetimes.com/story/86417.html

The Ever-Changing Face of E-Commerce: 1995-2020
(Posted 12-Dec-19)
http://www.ecommercetimes.com/story/86413.html

This Week's Top News Headlines From TechNewsWorld

Providers Game System to Boost Broadband Speeds
(Posted 17-Dec-19)
http://www.technewsworld.com/story/86419.html

The Human Problems Underlying Intel's Diversity Report
(Posted 16-Dec-19)
http://www.technewsworld.com/story/86414.html

China's Tech Ban Could Have Grave Long-Term Consequences
(Posted 13-Dec-19)
http://www.technewsworld.com/story/86416.html

Google's Chrome 79 Puts Heavy Emphasis on Security
(Posted 12-Dec-19)
http://www.technewsworld.com/story/86411.html

This Week's Top News Headlines From CRM Buyer

Paving the Way for the Next Generation of CX Services
(Posted 16-Dec-19)
http://www.crmbuyer.com/story/86418.html

6 Customer Service Trends to Watch in 2020
(Posted 12-Dec-19)
http://www.crmbuyer.com/story/86415.html

This Week's Top News Headlines From LinuxInsider

Data-Munching Bug Throws Chrome 79 Android Rollout Into Chaos
(Posted 17-Dec-19)
http://www.linuxinsider.com/story/86420.html

Plenty of Linux Power Is Built Into Linux Lite 4.6
(Posted 13-Dec-19)
http://www.linuxinsider.com/story/86412.html

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Monday 16 December 2019

Tech News Flash


Tech News Flash: Monday -- December 16, 2019

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Headline Scan
The Human Problems Underlying Intel's Diversity Report
China's Tech Ban Could Have Grave Long-Term Consequences
Plenty of Linux Power Is Built Into Linux Lite 4.6
Google's Chrome 79 Puts Heavy Emphasis on Security
Facebook Won't Let US, UK, Australia Get Toe in Backdoor

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Today's Story Highlights

The Human Problems Underlying Intel's Diversity Report
When Intel released its diversity report last week, it got pounded for
the lack of diversity in its executive staff. Intel is one of the few
companies being transparent about diversity. Given that lack of
diversity is the problem we want to solve, the bashing is stupid. It is
only going to make it harder to address the problem. In effect, Intel
did the right thing and was punished for it.
http://www.technewsworld.com/story/86414.html

China's Tech Ban Could Have Grave Long-Term Consequences
China has issued an order that all foreign-made computer equipment and
software be removed from government offices and public institutions
within the next three years. China has estimated that upwards of 30
million pieces of hardware will need to be replaced. This is just the
latest salvo in the ongoing trade war between the United States and
China, the world's two largest national economies.
http://www.technewsworld.com/story/86416.html

Plenty of Linux Power Is Built Into Linux Lite 4.6
Serving two masters, in theory, is nearly impossible. In practice, the
Linux Lite distribution easily satisfies Linux newcomers and veteran
penguin fans as well. This distro is very beginner-friendly -- in large
part due to a fine-tuned Xfce desktop interface that gives former
Windows and macOS users a familiar base. I have always considered the
distro's name -- "Linux Lite" -- to be a misnomer.
http://www.technewsworld.com/story/86412.html

Google's Chrome 79 Puts Heavy Emphasis on Security
Google has released an update to its Chrome browser with a slew of new
features that are heavy on security. The new version has 51 security
fixes. It offers improved password protection over earlier versions,
real-time phishing protection, and predictive phishing tools. Google
recognizes the issues and has taken steps to fix them, noted James
McQuiggan, security awareness advocate at KnowBe4.
http://www.technewsworld.com/story/86411.html

Facebook Won't Let US, UK, Australia Get Toe in Backdoor
Facebook has rejected a request from the U.S., the UK and Australia for
a "backdoor" in its encrypted messenger apps to help law enforcement
agencies combat crime and terrorism. "Cybersecurity experts have
repeatedly proven that when you weaken any part of an encrypted system,
you weaken it for everyone, everywhere," wrote WhatsApp head Will
Cathcart and Facebook Messenger head Stan Chudnovsky.
http://www.technewsworld.com/story/86409.html

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Thursday 12 December 2019

Tech News Flash


Tech News Flash: Thursday -- December 12, 2019

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Headline Scan
Google's Chrome 79 Puts Heavy Emphasis on Security
Facebook Won't Let US, UK, Australia Get Toe in Backdoor
Should Discord Be in Your Incident Response Toolbox?
New 'DNA of Things' Method Stores Digital Memory in Common Objects
Devs: Open Source Is Growing Despite Challenges

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Today's Story Highlights

Google's Chrome 79 Puts Heavy Emphasis on Security
Google has released an update to its Chrome browser with a slew of new
features that are heavy on security. The new version has 51 security
fixes. It offers improved password protection over earlier versions,
real-time phishing protection, and predictive phishing tools. Google
recognizes the issues and has taken steps to fix them, noted James
McQuiggan, security awareness advocate at KnowBe4.
http://www.technewsworld.com/story/86411.html

Facebook Won't Let US, UK, Australia Get Toe in Backdoor
Facebook has rejected a request from the U.S., the UK and Australia for
a "backdoor" in its encrypted messenger apps to help law enforcement
agencies combat crime and terrorism. "Cybersecurity experts have
repeatedly proven that when you weaken any part of an encrypted system,
you weaken it for everyone, everywhere," wrote WhatsApp head Will
Cathcart and Facebook Messenger head Stan Chudnovsky.
http://www.technewsworld.com/story/86409.html

Should Discord Be in Your Incident Response Toolbox?
Cybersecurity incident response teams have choices when it comes to
communication tools: Microsoft Teams, Slack, Zoom and numerous others.
Some require a subscription or commercial license -- others are free.
Some are niche tools specifically designed for incident response. Some
are generic business communication tools that IR teams have adapted for
use during a cybersecurity incident.
http://www.technewsworld.com/story/86400.html

New 'DNA of Things' Method Stores Digital Memory in Common Objects
Researchers at a Swedish university have unveiled a method for mixing
genetically encoded digital data into common manufacturing materials.
The project, carried out in collaboration with an Israeli scientist,
involved embedding artificial DNA in a small plastic 3D-printed plastic
bunny, which would allow self-replication, according to a report
published in Nature Biotechnology .
http://www.technewsworld.com/story/86407.html

Devs: Open Source Is Growing Despite Challenges
Optimism about the future of open source is high among software
developers worldwide. However, a growing number of devs worry that a
lack of funding threatens its sustainability. That is a key takeaway
from DigitalOcean's second annual open source survey. The online survey
provides a snapshot of the state of open source, as well as a gauge of
the inclusivity and friendliness of contributors.
http://www.technewsworld.com/story/86406.html

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Wednesday 11 December 2019

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ECT News Network Weekly Newsletter: Wednesday -- December 11, 2019

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This Week's Top News Headlines From the E-Commerce Times

Apple Feature Forces Change in Online Ad Industry
(Posted 11-Dec-19)
http://www.ecommercetimes.com/story/86410.html

How to Turn First-Time Holiday Shoppers Into Repeat Buyers
(Posted 10-Dec-19)
http://www.ecommercetimes.com/story/86408.html

Should Oracle Split?
(Posted 09-Dec-19)
http://www.ecommercetimes.com/story/86405.html

For Some Sellers, Black Friday Was Beige
(Posted 06-Dec-19)
http://www.ecommercetimes.com/story/86402.html

Beware the Problems Lurking in the Next macOS Upgrade
(Posted 06-Dec-19)
http://www.ecommercetimes.com/story/86401.html

Small Etailers: It's Not Too Late to Protect Your Holiday Revenue
(Posted 05-Dec-19)
http://www.ecommercetimes.com/story/86388.html

This Week's Top News Headlines From TechNewsWorld

Facebook Won't Let US, UK, Australia Get Toe in Backdoor
(Posted 11-Dec-19)
http://www.technewsworld.com/story/86409.html

New 'DNA of Things' Method Stores Digital Memory in Common Objects
(Posted 10-Dec-19)
http://www.technewsworld.com/story/86407.html

A Secret Strategy That Could Be Apple's Fatal Self-Inflicted Blow
(Posted 09-Dec-19)
http://www.technewsworld.com/story/86398.html

Your Smart TV Could Give Hackers a Window on Your World
(Posted 06-Dec-19)
http://www.technewsworld.com/story/86399.html

Amazon Ratchets Up Competition in 5G, Hybrid IT
(Posted 05-Dec-19)
http://www.technewsworld.com/story/86397.html

This Week's Top News Headlines From CRM Buyer

How to Take CPG Sales to the Next Level
(Posted 10-Dec-19)
http://www.crmbuyer.com/story/86403.html

The New Era of Account-Based Marketing
(Posted 07-Dec-19)
http://www.crmbuyer.com/story/86404.html

This Week's Top News Headlines From LinuxInsider

Devs: Open Source Is Growing Despite Challenges
(Posted 10-Dec-19)
http://www.linuxinsider.com/story/86406.html

Linux For All Shines on LXDE Desktop
(Posted 05-Dec-19)
http://www.linuxinsider.com/story/86396.html

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