Advanced Malware Has Been Infiltrating Google Play Store For Years
A new report has found that hackers have been loading advanced Android malware onto the Google Play Store for years. Kaspersky Lab was first alerted to the issue in July 2019, prompting them to investigate. What they found was a variety of malware that, rather than trying to display ads or steal the victim’s money, […]
There Is No Aspect of Healthcare That Is Not Being Transformed Digitally, Says AMA Chief Experience Officer
“A lot of times it’s better to think about (digital transformation) in retrospect after you’ve gotten something done, but the digital platform is essential in helping you achieve your business objectives, and that’s really what it boils down to,” says AMA Chief Experience Officer Todd Unger. “Even though my purview here is mostly communicating between […]
Preparing For The Reindustrialization Of America
“If this truly is the Fourth Industrial Revolution it’ll be of the scale of the past three,” says legendary venture capitalist Duncan Davidson. “If we’re going to do this reindustrialization of America and prepare for the Fourth Industrial Revolution, it’s going to be more AI, more robotics, taking a lot of things like 3D printing, […]
Xerox Calls Off Hostile Attempt to Acquire HP
Amid the current health and economic crisis, Xerox has announced it is calling off its attempt to merge with HP. Xerox had been attempting to acquire HP since last year, putting in two separate offers. The first offer was unanimously rejected by HP’s board, leading Xerox to increase their offer in February. The company hoped […]
Coronavirus: Amazon Hiring Additional 100,000 Warehouse Workers
With more Americans relying on online shopping during the coronavirus pandemic, Amazon is hiring an additional 100,000 warehouse workers. Dave Clark, Senior Vice President of Worldwide Operations said: “We are opening 100,000 new full and part-time positions across the U.S. in our fulfillment centers and delivery network to meet the surge in demand from people […]
AT&T’s 5G Network Now Covers 120 Million People
AT&T has announced its 5G network now covers 120 million people in 190 markets, up from 100 markets in its March 16 update. The 90 additional markets are covered with the company’s low-band 5G. While the slowest variety, low-band offers the best coverage, range and building penetration compared to faster varieties. “At a time when […]
Google Cloud Makes Healthcare API Publicly Available
Google Cloud has announced the general availability of its Healthcare API in an effort to help fight COVID-19. As the pandemic continues to take a toll, cloud computing and big data are emerging as important factors in the fight to control it. Now, more than ever, the ability to share data is vital. The CMS […]
Don’t Judge a Phone By Its Photos: Huawei Caught Using DSLR Photos
Huawei has been caught trying to pass off DSLR photos as ones taken by its new flagship phone, the P40 Pro. Huawei recently held a photography contest to encourage people to take photos using the company’s smartphones. According to the South China Morning Post (SCMP), however, some of the photos were actually shot on a […]
Google Displaying Coronavirus Testing Facilities in Search
Google has upgraded its search to show coronavirus testing and health facilities in 43 states. With adequate testing being hailed as one of the single most critical factors to combating the pandemic and reopening the economy, finding a facility that offers testing can still be a challenge. Google is working to address that by listing […]
DOD Temporarily Adopts Microsoft Teams For Remote Work
The Deparment of Defense (DOD) has announced it is adopting Microsoft Teams to temporarily help it cope with the increase in remote workers. As the coronavirus pandemic continues to take a toll on organizations around the world, tech solutions that provide a way for individuals to continue working remotely are in high demand. Few companies […]