No health information, personal data stolen

[ad_1] Investigators say they have completed their forensic probe into last month’s St Vincent’s Health cyberattack, and that no personal or health information was taken. Last month’s attack, which was first reported by this masthead, involved the theft of 4.3 gigabytes of data, and investigators from cybersecurity firm CyberCX had been working over the past … Read more

Oscars 2024: Where to watch the major nominated films

[ad_1] The road to the 2024 Oscars is underway. Oppenheimer received 13 nominations, one shy of the record of 14 held by All About Eve, Titanic, and La La Land. Poor Things scored 11 nominations, followed by Killers of the Flower Moon with 10, and Barbie with eight. The 96th Academy Awards will air live on ABC on Sunday, March 10. Until … Read more

2024 most powerful passports ranked: US lags, Europe risesthedigitalchaps

[ad_1] Japan and Singapore enjoyed the shared distinction of having the most powerful passports in the world since 2019. But they’re not alone anymore. Why the US economy might be headed for a bumpy landing | Smart Investing Four European Union member countries — France, Germany, Italy, and Spain — have joined the two Asian … Read more

Afolami to hail London capital markets ‘renaissance’ | Business News

[ad_1] The new City minister will on Thursday hail the government’s ambition to orchestrate a “renaissance” of London’s capital markets as he unveils fresh details of proposals for a new platform that will allow investors in private companies to trade shares. Sky News has learnt that Bim Afolami, who replaced Andrew Griffith as economic secretary … Read more

AI experts predict ‘a million-death incident’ due to ‘irresponsible bots’ by 2040 and say ‘truth and fiction’ will blur

[ad_1] AI experts have released a damning study about the potential future of artificial intelligence and its impact on humanity. The 12 experts were interviewed by a team of cybersecurity researchers led by academics from Lancaster University. 1 Experts have forecasted what AI could do to the world by 2040Credit: Getty They were asked how … Read more

IR35: Contractors call for off-payroll rules to be scrapped in Spring Budget 2024

[ad_1] IT contractors are among the freelance workers calling on the government to consider scrapping the controversial IR35 off-payroll working rules in the March 2024 Spring Budget. The IR35 rules were introduced at the turn of the millennium as part of a disguised employment clampdown by the government, geared towards preventing individuals from artificially … Read more

Israel Braces for Tipping Point in Gaza Genocide Case at International Court of Justicethedigitalchaps

[ad_1] The International Court of Justice (ICJ), the United Nations’ highest legal body, is slated to rule on Friday whether it will issue interim measures against Israel on charges of genocide against Palestinians in Gaza. Representatives from South Africa, which brought forth the case against Israel earlier this month, are requesting that the ICJ order … Read more

Biden Receives U.A.W. Endorsement With Conference Speech

[ad_1] The United Automobile Workers union endorsed President Biden on Wednesday, delivering an influential boost as he faces a battle against former President Donald J. Trump to win the support of labor groups. Mr. Biden, who calls himself the “most pro-union president in history,” delighted striking U.A.W. workers but angered auto industry executives when he … Read more

Tesla Profit Doubles From Tax Effect, but Price Cuts Hurt

[ad_1] Tesla’s profit more than doubled during the last three months of 2023 compared with a year earlier after the electric carmaker booked a tax benefit. But profit from car sales slumped after Tesla cut prices to fend off increasingly intense competition, the company said on Wednesday. Profit in the fourth quarter was $7.9 billion, … Read more

Oregon lawmakers re-criminalize public drug use amid fentanyl crisisthedigitalchaps

[ad_1] Democratic lawmakers in Oregon on Jan. 23 unveiled a sweeping new bill that would undo a key part of the state’s first-in-the-nation drug decriminalization law, a recognition that public opinion has soured on the measure amid rampant public drug use during the fentanyl crisis. The bill would recriminalize the possession of small amounts of drugs as … Read more

Former Spurs owner Joe Lewis pleads guilty in US insider trading case

[ad_1] The billionaire former owner of Tottenham Hotspur, Joe Lewis, has pleaded guilty in an insider trading case in the US, prosecutors have confirmed. Lewis, 86, pleaded guilty in front of US District Judge Jessica Clarke on Wednesday to charges alleging he had committed securities fraud and conspired to commit securities fraud by insider trading. … Read more

Pentagon moves to declassify top-secret space programmes – allowing companies to develop ‘sci-fi-style’ technology

[ad_1] THE US Department of Defense (DoD) has moved to declassify secret space programmes in an effort to boost the country’s military edge in space. The move would allow private companies, such as the likes of SpaceX, to develop never-before-seen technology in droves. 1 The DoD wants this information declassified, as the world’s superpowers continue … Read more

Nvidia Goes AWOL. But Top Funds Latch Onto Adobe Stock.

[ad_1] The Nvidia (NVDA) artificial intelligence juggernaut continues to make waves — and new highs. Yet you won’t find NVDA stock on this month’s list of new buys by the best mutual funds. But you will find Adobe (ADBE) as savvy money managers scoop up $1.3 billion worth of Adobe stock. X Throughout 2023, the … Read more

Thatchers cider loses High Court trademark battle with Aldi after ‘copycatting’ accusations | UK News

[ad_1] Drinks company Thatchers has lost a High Court trademark battle after it claimed supermarket chain Aldi “copycatted” one of its products. The Somerset-based cider maker sued the German discount chain for infringing the trademark of its Thatchers Cloudy Lemon Cider. It claimed that the supermarket had gained an “unfair advantage” by copying the drink … Read more

Mysterious 16th-century skeleton found buried in ‘fetal position’ under a Mexican palace has true identity revealed

[ad_1] RESEARCHERS believe they have uncovered the real identity of a skeleton discovered years ago in Mexico. In 1971, archeologists excavated a burial site underneath the palace of Hernán Cortés in Mexico. 1 Researchers believe they have uncovered the real identity of a skeleton discovered years ago in MexicoCredit: INAH Discovered on the site was a … Read more

People Will Ignore Constant Weather Warnings, Says Chief Forecasterthedigitalchaps

[ad_1] However net zero critic says that ‘climate agenda’ now requires agencies emphasise seemingly ‘extreme’ weather as political messaging. Constant weather warnings could lead to the public ignoring them, according to a top forecaster. Liz Bentley, the chief executive at the Royal Meteorological Society, said over the past week “probably not a day has gone … Read more

The News About the News Business Is Getting Grimmer

[ad_1] Even by the standards of a news business whose fortunes have plummeted in the digital age, the last few weeks have been especially grim for American journalism. Prominent newspapers like The Washington Post are shedding reporters and editors, and on Tuesday, The Los Angeles Times laid off more than 20 percent of its newsroom. … Read more

The Evolution of Cloud Technology in Business Operations

[ad_1] The business world has witnessed a remarkable evolution in the past few decades, one of the most significant being the integration of cloud technology in business operations. This transformation has revolutionized how businesses operate and how they leverage technology to gain a competitive edge. The journey from traditional data management and software solutions to … Read more

Amie brings your email inbox to its calendar app

[ad_1] There’s a reason why some people are die-hard Microsoft Outlook fans. It brings together your emails, your calendar events and your contacts in a single app. But… it’s Outlook. And some people can’t stand its convoluted interface. Amie, one of the most innovative apps in the new wave of calendar apps, is adding emails … Read more

North Korean Reunification Monument Goes Missing—As Kim Jong Un Escalates Rivalry With Souththedigitalchaps

[ad_1] Topline North Korea’s Arch of Reunification, a 100-foot tall monument built in Pyongyang to commemorate peaceful ties with the South, disappeared from the capital’s skyline sometime over the weekend, according to a report, as leader Kim Jong Un continues to escalate tensions on the peninsula. The arch was originally built to commemorate the first … Read more

Families are paying £3,000 more a year after Tory ‘stealth taxes’

[ad_1] The Government is on track ‘to be the biggest tax-increasing parliament’ since records began – MARIA UNGER/UK PARLIAMENT/AFP via Getty Images Households are paying almost £3,000 more a year in tax on average than before the Conservative’s stealth tax raid, analysis has shown. Since Boris Johnson came to power in 2019, the nation’s personal … Read more

10 most anticipated sci-fi movies of 2024

[ad_1] Last year was a relatively quiet one for science fiction, but 2024 is thankfully going to be much better for fans of the genre. From adventures on other worlds to the return of the ever-popular Godzilla, there are going to be some fantastic sci-fi movies releasing in 2024. Most of the sci-fi films this … Read more

Making VR Headsets Cool Won’t Be Easy, Even for Apple

[ad_1] After years of anticipation, Apple’s first major new product in nearly a decade has arrived. The $3,500 Vision Pro, a face computer that resembles ski goggles, will be released next week. So, what can we expect? The device, which includes high-resolution displays and sensors that track eye movements and hand gestures, is one of … Read more

Southern Water confirms cyber attack after Black Basta claims

[ad_1] UK utility Southern Water, which serves customers in East Sussex, Hampshire, the Isle of Wight, Kent and West Sussex, has confirmed it is probing a major cyber incident after the Black Basta ransomware syndicate claimed to have accessed its systems. The Black Basta crew posted limited details of its supposed intrusion on its … Read more

Kura Stock Skyrockets On $150 Million Infusion Ahead Of Cancer Drug Test Resultsthedigitalchaps

[ad_1] Kura Oncology (KURA) received a $150 million investment Wednesday, a week before it plans to unveil the test results for a cancer drug. Kura stock skyrocketed in early trades. X The news potentially bodes well for Kura’s experimental medicine, known as ziftomenib. Ziftomenib is a targeted drug for patients with a specific genetic driver … Read more

Are we closer to finding aliens? Astronomers spot 85 Earth-like exoplanets with the ingredients needed to support life

[ad_1] ASTRONOMERS may be one step closer to proving aliens exist after discovering 85 possible planets outside our Solar System – which could potentially sustain life. Experts studied Nasa data to find dozens of new planets similar in size to Jupiter, Saturn and Neptune after searching a sample of 1.4 million stars. 2 Exoplanets found … Read more

After New Hamphire, Business Braces for a Trump Nomination

[ad_1] Trump marches on As widely expected, Donald Trump handily won the New Hampshire Republican primary, defeating Nikki Haley by double digits. That has left anti-Trump donors and the broader business community glimpsing an increasingly likely future: The former president will become the Republican nominee, and stands a good shot of winning in November. Haley … Read more

Spotify teases in-app purchases for EU iPhone users ahead of incoming DMA regulation

[ad_1] Spotify is gearing up to test Apple’s response to new European regulations designed to prevent so-called digital “gatekeepers” from engaging in anticompetitive practices. The music-streaming giant has shared a bunch of mockups to illustrate what its iPhone and iPad app could soon look like, including information about pricing, subscription offers and in-app payments for … Read more

Eurostar records 22% jump in passenger numbers

[ad_1] Eurostar said its passenger numbers increased by more than a fifth last year. The rail operator said it carried 18.6 million passengers in 2023. That’s a rise of 22% on the previous 12 months and is a return to levels last seen in 2019 before the coronavirus pandemic. Eurostar operates direct and indirect routes … Read more

Exploring the Best Materials for Smartphone Cases

[ad_1] In the fast-paced digital era, smartphones have become indispensable companions in our daily lives. Protecting these sleek devices from the inevitable bumps, drops, and scratches has led to the widespread use of smartphone cases. With a myriad of materials available, selecting the right case is no longer a simple decision. From rugged protection to … Read more

Does the Samsung Galaxy S24 have MagSafe?

[ad_1] Samsung Galaxy S24+ (left) and Galaxy S24 Ultra Andy Boxall / Digital Trends Wireless charging technology for mobile devices has become increasingly popular in recent years as it offers a convenient and cable-free approach. With the announcement of the Samsung Galaxy S24 series, many might wonder whether it supports wireless charging and MagSafe technology. Well, … Read more

“El Gringo” — alleged drug lord suspected in murders of 3 journalists — captured in Ecuadorthedigitalchaps

[ad_1] Ecuador announced the arrest of a wanted cocaine trafficker from neighboring Colombia, as President Daniel Noboa said his government’s crackdown on gang violence was starting to bear fruit.   Carlos Arturo Landazuri Cortes, a “high-value target,” was captured after months of investigations and intelligence work, Ecuador’s police chief Cesar Augusto Zapata said on social … Read more

Will This Cathie Wood Artificial Intelligence (AI) Stock Become a Trillion-Dollar Company by 2030?

[ad_1] Artificial intelligence (AI) was a big investment theme fueling technology stock growth last year. For instance, enthusiasm for all things AI helped the “Magnificent Seven” stocks provide outsize returns for shareholders and contributed to the Nasdaq Composite‘s jaw-dropping 43% return in 2023. Of note, five of those Magnificent Seven stocks can boast market capitalizations … Read more

UN chief blasts AI companies for reckless pursuit of profit

[ad_1] Technology companies are pursuing profits from artificial intelligence (AI) “with a clear disregard” for human rights, privacy and other social consequences, all while governments around the world fail to act, according to United Nations (UN) chief. Addressing the World Economic Forum (WEF) at Davos in mid-January 2024, UN secretary general António Guterres issued … Read more

Jewellery bills, property docs seized by ED from Shahjahan’s Sandeshkhali homethedigitalchaps

[ad_1] Mastermind Behind Attack On ED Officials Somewhere In His Locality, Claims TMC LegislatorIANS The Enforcement Directorate (ED) sleuths have been able to make some document recoveries from the residence of the absconding Trinamool Congress leader Sheikh Shahjahan’s residence at Sandeshkhali in North 24 Parganas district where they conducted raid and search operations on Wednesday. … Read more

‘Time to unsubscribe’ Netflix viewers say as streaming giant reveals its cheapest ad-free plan is being AXED

[ad_1] NETFLIX has finally decided to axe its cheapest ads-free plan, six months after it stopped offering it to new subscribers. The so-called Basic plan costs £7.99/£11.99 per month, and has only been available to existing customers since July last year. 1 The decision comes as Netflix made the surprise announcement that it struck a … Read more

U.S. moon mission will try to succeed where others have failed

[ad_1] The Nova-C lunar lander at Intuitive Machines’ headquarters in Houston. It’s since been shipped to NASA’s Kennedy Space Center for integration with a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket for launch as part of NASA’s CLPS initiative and Artemis campaign. Intuitive Machines Only five countries have achieved a controlled, soft landing on the moon, but none … Read more

At least 63 feared dead as £30million Russian Il-76 military plane crashes in massive fireball near border with Ukrainethedigitalchaps

[ad_1] AT least 63 people are feared dead after a Russian IL-76 military plane crashed near the Ukrainian border. Dramatic footage shows the crash near Belgorod sparking a massive fireball as black smoke can be seen billowing in the sky. 2 At least 63 people were on board the military plane 2 The Il-76 military … Read more

Amid a Housing Crunch, Religious Groups Unlock Land to Build Homes

[ad_1] Emma Budway, a 26-year-old autistic woman who is mostly nonverbal, had been living with her parents in Arlington, Va. She longed for her own place, but because she earned little income, she could not afford to move out. So when the opportunity came to move into a two-bedroom apartment in December 2019, she jumped … Read more

Fortnite down updates — Servers back up as new version adds Solid Snake skins, map features and LEGO additions

[ad_1] Balance changes in today’s update As always, today’s update came with a slew of balance changes to Fortnite. Epic’s patch notes said: The Enforcer AR has received a slight increase in bullet speed, damage, and headshot damage (and a reduction in bullet drop). This AR was lagging and needed a boost to compete with other weapon … Read more

GenAI outlook: Expect industry disruption and job cuts

[ad_1] Research published by credit rating firm Moody’s has found that generative AI (GenAI) has the potential to disrupt a number of industries, including legal and business services. The research pulls in data from PwC, which shows that a quarter of CEOs expect to reduce headcount due to artificial intelligence (AI). Another report quoted … Read more

easyJet shares higher despite £126m loss, Netflix beats forecasts

[ad_1] FTSE 100 Live (Evening Standard) Low-cost airline easyJet today revealed a £40 million hit from the Middle East crisis but still reduced losses to £126 million in the final quarter of the year. Other companies reporting today included JD Wetherspoon while the funds manager Abrdn has announced it is planning to cut 500 jobs. … Read more

Ancient ‘flying reptile’ with ‘extensive skin wings’ discovered in quarry after 200 million years

[ad_1] AN ANCIENT reptile has been discovered by a university student in Somerset, England. Called kuehneosaurs, the flying reptile dates back around 200 million years. 2 A university student in Somerset, England, has discovered an ancient flying reptileCredit: SWNS 2 Called kuehneosaurs, the flying reptile dates back 200 million yearsCredit: SWNS The discovery was made … Read more

eBay to lay off more workers in latest round of job cuts

[ad_1] E-commerce giant eBay is undertaking another round of job cuts. Jamie Iannone, the president and CEO of eBay, said in a message to employees posted online on Tuesday that the company will reduce its workforce by about 1,000 roles, equal to around 9% of its full-time employees. The CEO cited the “challenging macroeconomic environment” … Read more

ASML orders surge to record in Q4, but keeps 2024 outlook unchanged

[ad_1] By Toby Sterling AMSTERDAM (Reuters) -Chipmaking equipment maker ASML Holding on Wednesday reported fourth-quarter earnings that beat expectations and its best-ever quarterly orders, but it kept a cautious outlook for 2024 as it faces new restrictions on exports to China. Net profit at Europe’s biggest technology company by market value rose 9% to 2.0 … Read more

A game changing computer: Apple’s first Macintosh turns 40 | Science & Tech News

[ad_1] Apple’s first Macintosh – the technology that revolutionised personal computers – turns 40 today. The “game-changing” computer first went on sale on 24 January 1984, two days after being introduced to the world in a big-budget Super Bowl advert, by renowned British director Sir Ridley Scott. The advert, referencing George Orwell’s dystopian novel 1984, … Read more

United Airlines growth will slow amid Boeing 737 woesthedigitalchaps

[ad_1] United Airlines expects its capacity growth to slow in the coming years, thanks to the drama at its biggest aircraft supplier, Boeing. How to Save Money in 2024: Step-by-Step Guide | Your Wallet Many of the airplanes United bought from Boeing that were supposed to be delivered this year are the very same model … Read more

Monthly motor insurance can cost hundreds more than paying annually, Which? analysis says | Business News

[ad_1] Paying monthly for car insurance can lead to paying hundreds of pounds extra, according to analysis from a leading consumer group. Those who pay an annual sum typically incur less cost, research from Which? said. The group assessed sales data from comparison website GoCompare and found monthly payers were charged £309 more on average … Read more