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Computer science pioneer Niklaus Wirth dies aged 89

Ryan Daws — Thu, 04 Jan 2024 09:56:53 +0000

In a sombre start to the new year, the world of computer science mourns the loss of Niklaus Wirth—a stalwart figure known for his influential contributions to programming languages, methodology, software engineering, and hardware design. Born on 15 February 1934 in Switzerland, Wirth was a luminary in the field and celebrated for his development of... Read more »

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App Store antitrust case is ‘firing on all cylinders’

Ryan Daws — Tue, 02 Jan 2024 15:18:57 +0000

Jonathan Kanter, the head of the Department of Justice’s antitrust unit, is intensifying the case against Apple over its App Store policies. According to the Financial Times, Kanter – who assumed the role in November 2021 – has stated that the investigation is now “firing on all cylinders.” For years, regulators, businesses, and enforcers have... Read more »

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Google settles Play Store antitrust lawsuit

Ryan Daws — Tue, 19 Dec 2023 15:23:09 +0000

Google has reached a settlement in the antitrust lawsuit filed by 36 US states and the District of Columbia, including announcing changes that will impact users and developers. As part of the settlement, Google will cough up $700 million. The breakdown includes $630 million earmarked for a settlement fund benefiting consumers and an additional $70... Read more »

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Gemini Pro: Google empowers developers with advanced AI capabilities

Ryan Daws — Fri, 15 Dec 2023 12:29:58 +0000

Google has announced the availability of its AI model Gemini Pro for developers and enterprises to craft solutions for their specific needs. This move is accompanied by a commitment to ongoing refinement based on user feedback. Gemini comes in three distinctive sizes: Ultra, Pro, and Nano. The Nano version has already been integrated into Android... Read more »

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EU to rule against Apple in App Store battle with Spotify

Ryan Daws — Thu, 14 Dec 2023 11:09:04 +0000

EU regulators have reportedly sided against tech giant Apple in its prolonged battle with Spotify over App Store policies. The crux of the matter revolves around Apple’s alleged “anti-steering” rules, accused of inhibiting platforms like Spotify from effectively promoting alternative payment methods. This ruling – set to impact not only the music-streaming industry but also... Read more »

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Efficiency vs Control – The Pros and Cons of Automating Digital Certificates

Adreas Brix Program Manager and PKI Expert — Thu, 14 Dec 2023 09:38:16 +0000

Organizations always seek methods to increase security, improve efficiency, and relieve over-burdened IT resources. With escalating cyber threats and a new year, businesses will benefit from reviewing their digital infrastructure and certificate management practices for potential enhancements to bolster security, time management, and cost efficiencies. In preparation, it’s an excellent time to consider the pros... Read more »

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AOUSD unveils roadmap towards OpenUSD standardisation

Ryan Daws — Wed, 13 Dec 2023 13:03:31 +0000

The Alliance for OpenUSD (AOUSD) has unveiled a roadmap outlining its journey towards establishing OpenUSD (Universal Scene Description) as an international standard. AOUSD’s two-year roadmap is a strategic plan to make OpenUSD an international standard for interoperability in describing 3D scenes and environments. The Core Specification working group, a key component of this roadmap, will... Read more »

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Epic Games wins monopoly case against Google

Ryan Daws — Tue, 12 Dec 2023 10:33:19 +0000

In a landmark decision, the jury in the Epic Games vs Google case has unanimously ruled that Google Play and the Play Billing service constitute an illegal monopoly. The verdict comes three years after Epic Games initiated legal action against both Apple and Google, accusing them of maintaining unlawful app store monopolies. The jury –... Read more »

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Apple begins Vision Pro staff training ahead of launch

Ryan Daws — Mon, 11 Dec 2023 10:00:39 +0000

In the countdown to the release of its highly anticipated Vision Pro, Apple has begun training its staff on the $3,499 mixed-reality headset. Unveiled in June, the Vision Pro marks Apple’s first major new product line for nearly a decade. According to a Bloomberg report by Apple tipster Mark, seminars for Apple Store staff are... Read more »

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David DeSanto, GitLab: AI’s impact on software development in 2024

Ryan Daws — Thu, 07 Dec 2023 15:18:37 +0000

David DeSanto, Chief Product Officer at GitLab, foresees a paradigm shift in the realm of software development in 2024—with AI taking centre stage. GitLab’s 2023 Global DevSecOps Report serves as the foundation for these predictions, offering a glimpse into the future landscape of organisations’ software development toolchains. AI bias: A hurdle on the path to... Read more »

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