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Edge computing vs. cloud computing: What’s the difference?

Global Cloud Services

Edge computing vs. cloud computing: What’s the difference?

Edge computing and cloud computing are transforming the way we process and store data. Understanding their differences can help businesses and individuals make informed decisions about their digital infrastructure. 1. Definition and core concepts Edge computing involves…

Jun 21, 2024
5 ideas from Sergey Gorbunov on blockchain interoperability

Global Cloud Services

5 ideas from Sergey Gorbunov on blockchain interoperability

In a recent episode of the CoinDesk Podcast on ART19, Sergey Gorbunov, CEO of Interop Labs and co-founder of Axelar Protocol, shared his expertise on blockchain interoperability. The 29-min discussion delved into the security measures, programmability, and the significance of…

Jun 21, 2024
5 insights from Wienke Giezeman on LoRaWAN technology

Latin America and Caribbean Cloud Services

5 insights from Wienke Giezeman on LoRaWAN technology

Wienke Giezeman, CEO and co-founder of The Things Industries, recently discussed the evolution and current state of LoRaWAN technology on the IoT For All Podcast for 27 minutes. Here are five key takeaways from the podcast. 1. Evolution of LoRaWAN technology In 2015, expectations…

Jun 21, 2024
5 insights from Mark Lamb on revolutionising cybersecurity communication

Global Cloud Services

5 insights from Mark Lamb on revolutionising cybersecurity communication

Mark Lamb, the founder and CEO of f HighGround.io, recently appeared on The IT Business Podcast to discuss his innovative platform designed for IT service providers. We’ve summarised five crucial insights from his 15-min discussion on improving cybersecurity communication. 1.…

Jun 21, 2024
CDK global cyberattack: Car dealerships go offline

Leaders

CDK global cyberattack: Car dealerships go offline

The CDK Global cyberattack highlights the vulnerability of critical infrastructure in digital-dependent industries like automotive sales.

Jun 21, 2024
Powering the future: Nuclear energy’s marvels and challenges

Asia-Pacific Cloud Services

Powering the future: Nuclear energy’s marvels and challenges

Power plants utilise nuclear fission to produce heat from atoms.This heat boils water into steam, driving turbines produce electricity.

Jun 21, 2024
Exploring nuclear power plants: Engineering energy solutions

Asia-Pacific Cloud Services

Exploring nuclear power plants: Engineering energy solutions

Nuclear power plants generate electricity through the combined action of three parts: nuclear reactors, steam turbines, and cooling systems.

Jun 21, 2024
Understanding nuclear fuel: Uranium’s role in energy production

Africa Cloud Services

Understanding nuclear fuel: Uranium’s role in energy production

uranium 235 extracted from mined uranium ore is needed because it can effectively undergo fission reactions.

Jun 21, 2024
An introduction to point cloud

Global Cloud Services

An introduction to point cloud

Using point clouds enables rapid floor planning and precise BIM, crucial for accurate facility representation and lifecycle management.

Jun 21, 2024
Data cloud: Definition, examples and working principles

Asia-Pacific Cloud Services

Data cloud: Definition, examples and working principles

A data cloud’s key features include discoverable data, agile data architecture, and integrated AI/ML capabilities for innovation.

Jun 21, 2024
The relationship between solar eclipses and cell services

Global National Telecom

The relationship between solar eclipses and cell services

According to an AT&T spokesperson, the eclipse itself is not anticipated to directly impact their wireless network operations.

Jun 21, 2024
YouTube cancels Premium subscriptions using VPN

North America Cloud Services

YouTube cancels Premium subscriptions using VPN

YouTube confirmed the crackdown, saying that it has mechanisms to detect discrepancies between a user’s country and their actual location.

Jun 21, 2024
Nuclear nightmares: The dark side of atomic energy

Asia-Pacific Cloud Services

Nuclear nightmares: The dark side of atomic energy

In 1986, the Chernobyl disaster released massive amounts of radioactive particles into the atmosphere, leading to thousands of cancer cases.

Jun 21, 2024
How the US became the world’s leading nuclear power generator

Companies

How the US became the world’s leading nuclear power generator

Significant investment was made in developing nuclear energy as a part of US’s strategy for securing an independent energy source.

Jun 21, 2024
From atoms to energy: Common sense nuclear power on the rise

Asia-Pacific Cloud Services

From atoms to energy: Common sense nuclear power on the rise

Nuclear power is the use of nuclear reactions to produce electricity. It can be obtained from the fission, decay, or fusion of atoms.

Jun 21, 2024
5 reasons why global connectivity is important

Asia-Pacific Cloud Services

5 reasons why global connectivity is important

OUR TAKEDespite these benefits, the challenges of global connectivity, such as data privacy concerns, the digital divide, and the potential for increased surveillance and control, remain significant.–Jinny Xu, BTW reporter Global connectivity transcends physical and geographical…

Jun 21, 2024
Who is Dan Romero? Former Coinbase VP, co-founder of Farcaster, advocates for decentralised social networks

Asia-Pacific Institutional

Who is Dan Romero? Former Coinbase VP, co-founder of Farcaster, advocates for decentralised social networks

Dan Romero’s tech passion began early, leading him to study Economics at Duke, laying a solid foundation for his tech career.

Jun 20, 2024
Understanding the leap: How 5G outpaces 4G

Global Institutional

Understanding the leap: How 5G outpaces 4G

A significant difference between 4G and 5G lies in their capacity to handle a large number of connected devices simultaneously.

Jun 20, 2024
Kraken reports nearly $3M bug-related exploit

Companies

Kraken reports nearly $3M bug-related exploit

OUR TAKE This incident not only has an impact on Kraken’s reputation, but also serves as a reminder that the entire cryptocurrency industry must continually improve its security safeguards in response to increasingly sophisticated and sophisticated cyberattacks and fraud. In the…

Jun 20, 2024
Dell and Super Micro team up for xAI supercomputer

Global Cloud Services

Dell and Super Micro team up for xAI supercomputer

Dell Technologies and Super Micro Computer are selected by Elon Musk for supplying server racks to xAI’s supercomputer project.

Jun 20, 2024