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Bankrupt exchange FTX moves to end litigation
In court filings Tuesday, FTX stated that consumer class action lawsuits would jeopardise its $16B recovery plan for bankruptcy repayments.
Nexthop and Scape Australia double connectivity reach
• Nexthop and Scape Australia have expanded their partnership to 29 locations across key Australian cities.• The enhanced connectivity is crucial for supporting students’ academic needs in a digital learning environment.• Nexthop’s scalable network solutions facilitate smooth data operations, crucia…
What are fintech banks solutions?
Fintech enhances financial inclusion and innovation through mobile banking, digital wallets, and robo-advisors.
What are 4 categories of fintech?
Blockchain technology enhances financial services with secure, transparent transaction tracking, while cryptocurrencies like Ethereum.
5 tips on how to start a fintech company
Starting a FinTech company involves navigating a complex regulatory environment. Understanding and complying with these regulations.
Zymbit unveils Secure Edge Fabric for improved IoT deployments
The innovative hybrid design caters to the diverse needs of enterprise IoT, striking a balance among rapid innovation and cost-effectiveness.
Trend Micro uses Nvidia software tools for AI cybersecurity offering
The tools will be able to run on Nvidia’s chips and will focus on ensuring that sensitive data can only be accessed by authorised users.
What harms could fintech bring?
Many services provided by fintech companies are prone to credit risks. P2P lending, crowdfunding, and online payments.
What is VMware Broadcom?
The Broadcom Software Group will operate under the name of VMware and add their infrastructure and security solutions to VMware’s portfolio.
Fintech’s profound impact on our world
Fintech innovations streamline financial processes, making them more efficient and convenient for consumers and businesses.
What is level 3 self driving?
The technology uses advanced sensors, decision-making algorithms, and an effective human-machine interface for safe and efficient operation.
Are fintechs a threat to banks?
Banks face challenges such as outdated technology and regulatory burdens, which hinder their ability to innovate and compete with agile fintech companies.
Are neobanks safe?
OUR TAKEAlthough the neobank has been strengthening its security, we can still see on social media that many people say that their personal property information has been leaked, so the security of neobanks is still questionable.–Jinny Xu, BTW reporter As digital banking continues to rise in populari…
Are neobanks regulated?
OUR TAKEAlthough the neobanks are already subject to supervision in many ways, this is not enough. Only with more stringent and comprehensive regulation can neobanks gain the trust and support of customers and continue to develop.–Jinny Xu, BTW reporter The rise of neobanks has reshaped the financia…
What are neobanks?
OUR TAKENeobanks offer a more convenient, adaptable, and cost-effective experience compared to traditional banks. Customers can now meet all their financial needs simply by using their smartphones or computers. However, due to concerns about cybersecurity and the sensitivity of financial information…
AMD launches new AI chips to challenge leader Nvidia
AMD introduces the MI350 and MI400 series, scheduled for release in 2025 and 2026 respectively, promising improvements over current AI chips.
Poland unveils plan to spend $760M to boost cybersecurity
The Poland authorities took action in order to respond to threats allegedly posed by Russian-backed sabotage.
ASML, Imec launch High NA EUV lithography test lab in Veldhoven
OUR TAKEAlthough ASML has orders for more than a dozen, TSMC, its biggest customer for EUV equipment, has said it does not need to use High NA tools for its A16 chip. Based on this, I doubt whether this new chip would have a good future.–Jinny Xu, BTW reporter ASML, a manufacturer of semiconductor e…
Hong Kong crypto licence costs drop from $25M to a few million
OUR TAKE Hong Kong’s shift towards becoming a crypto hub seeks to balance investor protection with market growth, aiming to rival Dubai and Singapore. This move positions Hong Kong as a key player near mainland China, despite China’s crypto trading ban.–Sylvia Shen, BTW reporter The cost of obtainin…
Top tech news stories today: June 04, 2024
Next week’s Apple WWDC is set to be historic, as the tech giant unveils its AI integrations and a landmark partnership with OpenAI.
RIPE NCC and ICANN collaborate to host Internet Measurement Day
Key subjects discussed included the RIS, RPKI, ITHI Metrics, RIPE Atlas, and insights into Internet resilience in Central Asia.
Spanish police investigate if hackers stole millions of drivers’ data
There are concerns over potential data leak as anonymous user claims to have access to the full DGT database for sale.
Dealing with water shortages with ‘Star Wars’ tech
Uravu Labs, Swapnil Shrivastav’s company, has put forward air-to-water systems to solve the water shortage problem.
Elon Musk says AI will replace all our jobs
He points out that AI can provide any goods and services people need as long as “universal high income” is available.
What is a self driving car?
A self-driving car, also known as an autonomous vehicle, is a vehicle that is capable of navigating and operating without human input.
What is Nozomi Internet?
Nozomi combines network and endpoint visibility, threat detection, and AI-powered analysis for fast, effective incident response.
How self driving cars work?
In order to ensure that EV can make correct judgments, real-time acquisition and identification of surroundings is necessary.
Nvidia plans to roll out next-generation platform in 2026
Nvidia’s CEO Jensen Huang announced the Blackwell Ultra chip for 2025 and the Rubin chip platform for 2026, speeding up their upgrading.
How to deal with malicious compliance?
Building good relationships with drivers and key stakeholders is essential to prevent malicious compliance.
How does the Internet Archive work?
The Internet Archive focuses on publicly accessible web pages, excluding those behind passwords or forms and respecting robots.
What is a self driving car? How does it work?
Benefits of self-driving cars include increased safety, improved efficiency, enhanced accessibility, and greater convenience.
The benefits of self-driving cars
Self driving cars enhance safety by reducing human error and maintaining consistent driving behaviour, leading to fewer accidents.
Kia EV3 debuts with AI assistant and 300+ mile range
Unveiling a breakthrough in electric mobility, the Kia EV3 merges advanced AI technology with exceptional driving range. This compact SUV, inspired by the acclaimed EV9, introduces an AI assistant based on ChatGPT, setting new standards in vehicle interactivity and functionality. Designed for co…
How to use the Internet Archive
The Internet Archive is a goldmine of information, hosting millions of free books, movies, software, music, and web pages. Whether you’re a researcher, historian, or just someone looking for old versions of websites, the Internet Archive can be a valuable resource. This guide will walk you through h…
What is the Internet Archive?
Enter the Internet Archive, a non-profit digital library that offers free access to a wealth of digitised materials, ranging from websites and books to music, software, and more. This blog delves into the role and significance of the Internet Archive, highlighting its vast collections and its impact…
10 ways to use VBScript in Windows and Microsoft Office
VBScript, short for Visual Basic Scripting Edition, is a scripting language developed by Microsoft. Since its introduction in 1996, it has been a valuable tool for automating tasks, managing Windows environments, and integrating with various Microsoft technologies. In this blog, we will explore what…
Tesla investor accuses Elon Musk of insider trade worth $7.5B
Musk allegedly profited about $3 billion from the sales, according to the lawsuit and would earn less than 55% of it if he waited to make the selloff after the public announcement of the delivery miss.
Donald Trump joins TikTok, immediately wins millions of followers
The debate over the possible ban of the app has been a focal point during this electoral period. While Donald Trump changed his opinion from disapproval, Joe Biden remained objective.
Trend micro unveils AI tools to safeguard data at Computex
Businesses using AI for tasks like HR and customer service face heightened hacking risks due to the centralisation of valuable data.
Taiwan accuses Chinese enterprises of poaching and filching
According to the press release, among the eight mainland companies involved are Luxshare Precision Industry and Zhejiang Dahua Technology.
Cyberattack targets Polish news agency
The cyberattack caused significant delays in news dissemination and affected the agency’s ability to provide real-time updates.
Rokid smashes AR glasses Kickstarter goal
Surpassing its Kickstarter goal in a day Rokid has significantly surpassed its Kickstarter goal for the new ‘Rokid AR Lite’ augmented reality (AR) glasses, amassing 1,692 percent of its target investment within a single day. As of now, financial backing has reached 1,925 percent of the initial goal …
Why Hong Kong isn’t (yet) a top global crypto hub
Other regions like Singapore, Malta, and Switzerland offer clearer, more supportive regulatory frameworks for the crypto industry.
Singapore unveils Green Data Centres for a sustainable future
The Roadmap aims to provide at least an additional 300 megawatts of capacity, further expanded through green energy deployment.
Footballing robots steal show at AI for Good Global Summit
The AI for Good Global Summit, organised by the International Telecommunication Union (ITU), kicked off in Geneva on May 30th.
Blecon unveils IoT connectivity solution using bluetooth LE
Bluetooth LE is a trusted, low-cost, low-power technology with widespread use, but its adaptation for IoT applications presents challenges.
PwC adopts ChatGPT enterprise for corporate AI solutions
OpenAI and PwC collaborate to integrate AI solutions into corporate tasks, part of PwC’s broader investment in generative AI technology
OpenAI thwarts 5 covert influence operations using AI models
The campaigns, involving actors from Russia, China, Iran, and Israel, aimed to manipulate public opinion on global issues.
Nubank enters Neobank market and launch eSIM services
Nubank’s Travel eSIM services are easier to implement in terms of the MVNO role due to its partnership with Gigs.
Showrunner, the Netflix of AI, launches its own creation platform
While AI is believed to be just a tool for some users, the company sees it as a platform for users to become a creator of their own.