Amazon's Echo Spot alarm clock is on sale, offering a convenient way to wake up and start your day. Normally priced at $79.99, the smart alarm clock is now available with a free Globe Electric smart bulb for $49.99, a $41.99 savings. The Echo Spot features a 2.83-inch screen, Alexa voice control, and the ability to set gentle alarms or display helpful information like weather and music playback.
Source: https://www.theverge.com/2024/11/4/24287736/amazon-echo-spot-fitbit-charge-6-tracker-deal-sale
Grindr accused of illegally imposing RTO plan, leading to 80 terminations. The National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) alleges that the dating app company forced out half its staff through a relocation package that was not properly negotiated with employees.
A recent study reveals that despite numerous frameworks, best practices, and blog posts on secure coding, many developers still hardcode credentials into their code. This finding underscores the ongoing struggle in the cybersecurity industry to eradicate insecure software. The research highlights that 35,346 Common Weaknesses (CWEs) were assigned to published vulnerabilities over a one-year period, with CWE-798 (Use of Hard-coded Credentials) being a significant contributor. The study emphasizes the need for effective vulnerability management and responsible disclosure practices.
Source: https://www.dogesec.com/blog/bad_software_keeps_security_industry_in_business/
Anthropic's Claude AI model has been updated with a new feature allowing users to analyze and interpret visual PDFs, including text, images, charts, and graphs. The capability is currently available only through a paid professional subscription or API. To use the feature, ensure your PDF meets certain requirements, such as file size and legibility. You can ask Claude questions about the content and start by summarizing the file.
Nvidia has replaced Intel in the Dow Jones Industrial Average, marking a significant shift in the semiconductor industry. Intel's 25-year run on the index comes to an end due to its declining stock price and missed opportunities in the AI chip market. Nvidia's growing demand for AI accelerator chips has propelled its market capitalization to $3.32 trillion, making it the second most valuable company in the world.
Source: https://arstechnica.com/ai/2024/11/nvidia-ousts-intel-from-dow-jones-index-after-25-year-run/
Amazon's Q Developer tool has taken a step back into the past, allowing developers to write 6502 assembler code. This retro-inspired innovation is part of Amazon's effort to bridge the gap between modern programming and historical computing. With Q Developer, users can create assembly language programs for the 6502 microprocessor, which was widely used in early personal computers.
Ensuring Secure Go Code with govulncheck and gosec: A Comprehensive Approach
In a world where security is paramount, it's crucial for developers to write secure code. Two essential tools for achieving this goal are govulncheck and gosec. The former helps scan any Go binary without requiring source code, while the latter is a static code analyzer that identifies insecure code constructs.
BJ's Wholesale Club is offering a deal for new members, where they can join for $20 and receive a $20 gift card. This represents a 63% discount off the regular price of $55. Members can enjoy discounts on various products, including fresh foods, produce, deli, household items, tech, toys, furniture, and more. The deal also includes access to BJ's Gas, which offers cheaper prices than regular gas stations.
Source: https://www.zdnet.com/article/join-bjs-wholesale-club-for-20-and-get-a-20-gift-card-deal/
Netflix is ending its interactive content experiment, removing nearly all of its interactive shows and films by December 1st. Only four titles will remain, including Black Mirror: Bandersnatch and Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt: Kimmy vs. the Reverend. The move marks a disappointing conclusion to Netflix's earliest efforts into interactive content.
Source: https://www.theverge.com/2024/11/4/24287857/netflix-removing-interactive-titles-games
DeepRoute, a Shenzhen-based autonomous driving technology startup, has secured $100 million in funding from an unnamed Chinese automaker. The company aims to deploy its automated driving systems in over 200,000 vehicles in China by the end of 2025, surpassing Tesla's planned rollout of Full Self-Driving (FSD) technology. This development highlights the increasing competition in the autonomous driving sector.
Source: https://techcrunch.com/2024/11/04/deeproute-raises-100m-in-push-to-beat-teslas-fsd-in-china/
Meta Makes Llama AI Models Available for US National Security Applications
In a move aimed at addressing concerns over its open AI technology, Meta has announced that it is making its Llama series of AI models available to U.S. government agencies and contractors working on national security applications. The decision comes after Reuters reported that Chinese researchers linked to the People's Liberation Army used an older Llama model without authorization.
Meta is partnering with companies such as Accenture, Amazon Web Services, and IBM to bring its Llama technology to government agencies. The move aims to demonstrate the company's commitment to ensuring that its AI models are not misused by foreign adversaries.
"Programming enthusiasts, rejoice! The Tinylangs repository has been launched on GitHub, offering micro-implementations of fundamental historical programming languages in under 50 lines of Python code. This unique project aims to provide a starting point for implementing one's own programming languages or exploring the history of programming. With only Python standard library used and distributed under the MIT license, this initiative is open-source and invites contributions through pull requests."
Attention shoppers! Black Friday iPad deals are already live, and ZDNET has rounded up the best offers for you. Expect discounts on Apple's latest devices, including the new iPad Pro with M4 chip and iPad Mini 7. Retailers like Amazon, Walmart, Best Buy, and Target will have in-store and online deals starting November 29th. Make informed purchasing decisions by checking customer reviews and comparing prices.
Source: https://www.zdnet.com/article/best-black-friday-ipad-deals-2024/
Perplexity, an AI search engine, has launched a live tracker and chatbot information hub for the 2024 US general election. The platform will provide updates on presidential, senate, and house races at both state and national levels using data from The Associated Press and Democracy Works. While other AI assistants, such as OpenAI's ChatGPT Search, direct users to official sources, Perplexity is embracing the role of providing election information.
However, concerns about accuracy remain. A recent report found that multiple AI chatbots, including those from OpenAI, provided inaccurate information in response to voting-related questions. Additionally, a study by the Center for Democracy and Technology discovered that five AI chatbots gave incorrect answers to over one-third of election-related questions.
Iceland has achieved a remarkable success story with its nationwide introduction of a shorter working week, with no reduction in pay. According to research, 51% of workers have adopted the four-day workweek or other reduced hours, leading to Iceland's economy outperforming most European peers. The country logged faster economic growth than most European countries and has one of the lowest unemployment rates.
Source: https://www.cnn.com/2024/10/25/business/iceland-shorter-working-week-economy/index.html
Get a head start on Black Friday shopping with ZDNET's curated list of early tablet deals from top brands like Apple, Samsung, and Microsoft. From the latest iPads to Android tablets and Windows devices, these deals offer significant discounts on popular models. Whether you're looking for a new device or a gift, explore the best early tablet deals now.
Source: https://www.zdnet.com/article/best-black-friday-tablet-deals-2024/
Apple is set to release iOS 18.2, which may arrive earlier than usual, bringing more AI features to iPhone users. According to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman, the update could drop as early as December 2, pending no unexpected delays. The new features will include an integration with ChatGPT, allowing users to ask OpenAI's AI chatbot for assistance if Siri can't handle their requests. Additionally, Image Playground and Genmoji options will enable users to design their own animated images and generate emojis based on descriptions.
A team of roboticists at UC Berkeley and ETH Zurich has achieved a breakthrough in robotics, training two $120 robot arms to clean a spill using generative AI. The robots were programmed in just four days using GPT-4o and visual language models for human-robot interaction. This innovation demonstrates the potential of large language models in transforming robotics. The plans for building these robot arms on a budget are now available on YouTube.
The upcoming PS5 Pro console has been generating buzz, and recent leaks have confirmed some of its key specifications. According to Digital Foundry, the console will be powered by an AMD Ryzen Zen 2 8-core/16-thread processor with a RDNA-based graphics engine producing 16.7TF of GPU compute performance. Additionally, it will feature 16GB of GDDR6 memory, 2GB of slower DDR5 memory for non-gaming tasks, and a 2TB custom SSD. The console's maximum power draw is estimated to be around 390W.
Furthermore, Sony has revealed a list of 55 games that will have PS5 Pro enhancements when the console launches on November 7th. This includes titles such as Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 and Star Wars: Outlaws, in addition to several others already announced.
Source: https://www.theverge.com/2024/11/4/24287657/sony-ps5-pro-gpu-specs-unboxing-games-list-enhanced
A rare glimpse into Bob Dylan's creative process has been shared through an article in Bookforum. The piece delves into the songwriter's prolific writing habits, revealing his thought processes and inspirations. From scraps of paper to hotel stationery, Dylan's archives offer a fascinating insight into the mind behind some of music's most iconic songs.
Source: https://www.bookforum.com/print/3102/the-lines-they-are-a-changin-61287