The EU is considering forcing smartphone manufacturers to share information about their wireless payment technology, according to a report seen by Bloomberg. The proposed laws wouldn’t specifically target Apple, but the report mentions an ongoing antitrust investigation into Apple Pay. Apple Pay and other wireless payment services rely on Near […]
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CTC Chair Hilary Norton Reflects on Sea Change in State Transportation Priorities
In this TPR interview, Hilary Norton, newly appointed chair of the California Transportation Commission, reflects on the ‘phenomenal sea change’ driving state investments in transportation infrastructure and in advance of the 2020 national election. Citing Governor Newsom’s “all of the above” approach, Norton shares her priorities for the CTC and […]
Microsoft challenges Twilio with the launch of Azure Communication Services
Microsoft today announced the launch of Azure Communication Services, a new set of features in its cloud that enable developers to add voice and video calling, chat and text messages to their apps, as well as old-school telephony. Load Error The company describes the new set of services as the […]
Apple’s ‘Environmental Obligations Are Not Taken Seriously Enough,’ Say British Lawmakers
After failing to appear before British lawmakers, Apple has been accused of not taking its environmental obligations seriously enough, particularly on e-waste, reports Bloomberg. Apple CEO Tim Cook was asked to appear before the Environmental Audit Select Committee of the House of Commons, but failed to respond before a September […]
Govt launches website to support research and development in coal sector
© Provided by Zee Business The government on Friday announced the launch of a website for entities involved in research and development (R&D) in the coal sector. The website, which has been designed and developed by Coal India subsidiary Central Mine Planning and Design Institute, was launched by Coal Secretary […]
BridgeComm Advances Ultra High-Throughput Connectivity Across All System Domains With MOCA Technology
DENVER–(BUSINESS WIRE)–BridgeComm, Inc., a leader in optical wireless communications (OWC) solutions and services, today announced significant achievements in the advancement of OWC with the on going maturity of its Managed Optical Communication Array (MOCA) hardware and software technology. Validated by a partnership with an independent third party, MOCA technology allows […]
County’s Information Technology Head to retire
© Provided by Sherman/Dennison Herald Democrat Ken Miller recommends the Grayson County Commissioners enact a burn ban in 2012. [Herald Democrat] They guy who took Grayson County’s computer systems from closed mainframes to the internet is set to retire next week. After 23 years with the county, Ken Miller will […]
Gwen Myers, Hillsborough County Board of Commissioners, District 3
In an effort to help you make informed decisions during the General Election, ABC Action News has reached out to dozens of candidates running for office. The following statements have been submitted to ABC Action News by the candidate. Every candidate was given the same set of questions. These are […]
Device to curb microplastic emissions wins James Dyson award | Environment
A device that captures microplastic particles from tyres as they are emitted – and could help reduce the devastating pollution they cause – has won its designers a James Dyson award. The Tyre Collective, a group of masters students from Imperial College London and the Royal College of Art, scooped […]
Strengthening Science, Technology and Innovation Systems for Sustainable Development in Africa | India Education,Education News India,Education News
On 7 October 2020, UNESCO, represented by Mr. Jean-Yves Le Saux, Director of the Bureau of Strategic Planning, and Sweden, represented by Mr Mikael Schultz, Deputy Permanent Delegate of Sweden to UNESCO, signed a pathbreaking agreement to support science, technology and innovation in Africa. Shamila Nair-Bedouelle, Assistant Director General for […]
How mobile marketing cloud technology helps businesses craft personalised and relevant customer communication
Effective marketing is key to attracting customers to your brand. However, knowing which messages and channels are best for reaching your target audience can be challenging. One of the most powerful technologies in this space is marketing cloud technology, an innovative and integrated suite of digital marketing tools that can […]
HK arrests nine people suspected of helping 12 detained in China | China
Police say the group is suspected of providing the boat and funds to help the 12 activists who were trying to get to Taiwan. Police in Hong Kong said on Saturday that they had arrested nine people who were suspected of helping the 12 residents detained by the mainland authorities […]
Shocking state of English rivers revealed as all of them fail pollution tests | Rivers
All English rivers have failed to meet quality tests for pollution amid concerns over the scale of sewage discharges and agricultural and industrial chemicals entering the water system. Data published on Thursday reveals just 14% of English rivers are of good ecological standard, a rating that suggests they are as […]
Enabling policy, regulatory environment critical in driving technology adoption in Africa
Africa has been packaged as the next frontier of economic growth due to its centrality in the global investment agenda. Agriculture is arguably the most important vehicle to realising this goal. For this ambitious plan to succeed, the development of the continent’s agriculture sector needs to receive the attention […]
Fake news social media remain concern as technology advances
Image Source : INDIA TV Fake news remains a concern. Technology has opened up absolutely amazing possibilities of communication and personal engagement, with one of its arm being the social media that brought a 360 degree change in the society — good or bad is debatable. In the past few […]
Cooler air brings a flash of relief, but winter holds back promise of rain
Bad enough that the rain predicted for this weekend never materialized. According to climate experts, there’s growing evidence that the entire winter could be drier than usual — another ominous twist in a troublesome year. Cooler air brings a flash of relief, but winter holds back promise of rain Tran […]
Five ways to make the climate movement less white | US news
Family stories about tedious days out picking vegetables or managing herds of cattle always left me with a sense of pride. As the granddaughter of Colorado ranchers and farmworkers, I have a great appreciation for the hard labor involved in food production and agriculture – and the ways it connects […]
Insights on Antibiotics Market within the Pharmaceuticals Sector | Rising Prevalence of Infectious Diseases to Emerge as a Key Driver | Technavio
LONDON–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Oct 12, 2020– The global antibiotics market is expected to grow at a CAGR of over 3% during 2020-2024, according to the latest market research report by Technavio. The report provides a detailed analysis on the impact and new opportunities created by the COVID-19 pandemic. The report also helps […]
Forget Big Oil, These 3 Stocks Are Better Energy Investments
Big oil has seen better days. Shares of giant oil companies like ExxonMobil, BP, and Shell have lost more than 50% of their value over the last decade on average. Conditions have gotten so bad in the oil patch that BP plans to pivot away from the sector toward renewable […]
How COVID-19 and Tokenization Can Transform the Financial Sector
Talking about COVID-19 and the “new normal” has become a cliché and, in some cases, has assumed an air of defeatism. While the world assesses the overwhelmingly economic impact of COVID-19, it is important to note that the pandemic has also acted as a catalyst for positive change, such as […]