Verizon's data breach report highlights how unsecured cloud storage opens door to attacks

Anecdotally, it has been clear for a while that enterprises are often leaving cloud storage repositories open due to oversight or error. Now Verizon's security research shows that the "error" category is on the rise due to better reporting.

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SMBs see cyberattacks that rhyme with large enterprises due to cloud shift

Small businesses are facing the same cyberattacks as large enterprises as both have moved to the cloud, according to Verizon.

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Samsung touts faster autofocus in new image sensor

The 50-megapixel Isocell GN1 image sensor comes with phase detection autofocus and absorbs light better, Samsung said.

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Australian poll finds 1 in 8 blame Bill Gates and 5G for coronavirus

Misinformation about the COVID-19 pandemic is being believed more often with young people, an Essential poll has said.

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SoftBank posts ¥1.36 trillion loss from underperforming Vision Fund investments

In the three months to March alone, the SoftBank Vision Fund posted a ¥1 trillion loss.

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Supreme Court rejects lawsuit claiming Facebook provided terrorist forum support

The case accused Facebook of being materially responsible for user-generated terrorist content.

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Survey: 3 out of 4 Americans say driverless cars 'not ready for primetime' - CNET

A poll conducted by PAVE shows Americans are pessimistic about self-driving cars, and it's probably because they just don't understand them.

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Americans still don’t trust self-driving cars

Self-driving cars are having a really rough time gaining our trust.

This is not a total shock considering autonomous vehicles remain theoretical and elusive for most people. The limited number of self-driving cars on the road today are mostly test vehicles that aren’t available to the riding public. Combine that with Americans’ very, shall we say, complicated feelings toward concepts like “freedom” and “control,” and you can see where this is going. Digging on technology in the streets, control freaks in the sheets.

Digging on technology in the streets, control freaks in the sheets

The latest poll to affirm this deep distrust comes from Partners for Automated Vehicle Education (PAVE), a coalition of industry players and nonprofits...

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Taika Waititi, Chris Hemsworth and Cate Blanchett do virtual reading of James and the Giant Peach - CNET

Meryl Streep, Benedict Cumberbatch, Tessa Thompson, Eddie Redmayne and others also join in on the fun reading Roald Dahl's famous kids book to raise money for charity.

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Samsung announces 50-megapixel camera sensor with faster autofocus

Samsung has announced a new 50-megapixel camera sensor called the ISOCELL GN1. It’s Samsung’s first sensor to include both dual-pixel autofocus and Tetracell pixel-binning, which the company says should offer a combination of fast performance and good low-light image quality.

The pixel size is 1.2μm, closer to what you’d find on a conventional phone camera sensor than the high-resolution chips that’ve become increasingly popular over the past year-plus. The obvious competitor is Sony’s new IMX689 sensor, featured in phones like the Oppo Find X2 Pro, which has 48 megapixels at 1.22μm. By default, Samsung’s sensor will take 12.5-megapixel photos with four pixels binned into one.

The addition of dual-pixel phase-detection autofocus is...

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Scott Forstall, former Apple exec, to appear at Code Break virtual event

One of the minds behind the iPhone is appearing at a coding event.

What you need to know

• Scott Forstall is appearing at a virtual coding event this week.
• The former Apple exec will appear at the Code.org Code Break event.
• The event kicks off on May 20th at 1:00 PM ET.

Scott Forstall, who once held the position of Senior Vice President of iOS at Apple and was a key player behind the creation of the iPhone and iPad, will be appearing as a guest at a major coding event on Wednesday. Reported by 9to5Mac, Forstall will be making an appearance at the Code.org Code Break virtual event.

I look forward to joining students around the world this week for a #CodeBreak. https://t.co/P5RhWAkrj8

— Scott Forstall (@forstall) May 18, 2020

Code Break is attempting to "build the world's largest live interactive classroom" with many guests from all different kinds of backgrounds whether it be coding, music, acting, and other creative occupations.

"With schools closed and tens of millions of students at home, join Code.org each week for Code Break — help us build the world's largest live interactive classroom, with weekly challenges to engage students of all abilities, even those without computers."

In addition to Forstall, the event is also featuring rapper Macklemore, who will most likely bring some kind of musical education to students attending the event.

"Computer science is super fun because it is creative and playful. Whether it's solving a puzzle, coding art, or designing an app, students prefer learning by exploring rather than memorizing. Students even rank CS their favorite subject after art, music, and dance. Computer science is foundational to all fields of study, but since many schools don't offer it yet, this could be a unique chance to support your child in a fun new learning opportunity. Plus, recent studies show: children who study computer science perform better in other subjects, excel at problem-solving, and are 17% more likely to enroll in college."

If you'd like to attend the event featuring Forstall, you can sign up at Code.org. Tune in on Wednesday, May 20th at 10:00 AM PT/1:00 PM ET.

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LaunchVic chips in to help Victorian angel groups assist over 40 early-stage startups

Contributing a solid AU$1.16 million.

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Payments giant Square joins Twitter in allowing staff to work from home permanently

Square says it wants staff safe, creative, and productive -- and working from home could be the way forward.

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ACCC seeks advice on addressing Facebook and Google 'bargaining power imbalances'

The watchdog is hoping to stand up a code of practice for the likes of Facebook and Google to follow when displaying Australian news content before the year is out.

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Hive finally brings HomeKit support to Active line of smart accessories

Hive finally comes through with HomeKit support.

What you need to know

• Popular UK smart home company Hive has quietly released support for Apple's HomeKit.
• Compatible accessories include Active Smart Plug, Heating, and connected lighting.
• Latest Hive Hub or Hub 360 and app version 10.28.0 is required for HomeKit integration.

UK smart home company, Hive, has begun rolling out support for Apple's HomeKit with a soft launch which started late last week. Support for HomeKit comes after a lengthy delay since originally announcing that it was in the works, and after introducing Siri Shortcuts support in June of last year.

Hive's HomeKit integration requires the latest Hive Hub or the Hub 360, and can be enabled through version 10.28.0 of the Hive app which is available on the AppStore now. Once the latest update is installed, users will need to follow just a few simple steps to enable HomeKit:

• Check that you're connected to the same Wi-Fi network as your Hive Hub
• Open the Hive app and log in (if required)
• Open the menu
• Tap 'Install Devices'
• Scroll down and tap 'HomeKit'
• Follow the on-screen instructions

According to an FAQ support page for HomeKit, accessories that work with the platform include the company's entire line of connected lighting. Hive currently offers white and color variants of light bulbs spanning a range of sizes including E14, E27, B22, and GU10.

Additional accessories include Hive's Active Plug and the Hive Active Heating thermostat. Unfortunately support does not extend to the company's SLT5 Wired Thermostat or Radiator Valves.

Once connected Hive accessories will be available through the Home app and will work with automations and scenes, as well as with Siri for convenient voice controls. Additional details surrounding Hive's HomeKit integration, including a list of Siri commands that are now available, can be found here.

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Second stimulus check for $1,200? Here's the status of new government proposal - CNET

Learn more about the proposed second coronavirus relief bill that would provide another round of payments to US residents. Here's the current situation, as the bill moves from the House to the Senate.

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TechnologyOne achieves AU$19 million net profit as SaaS fees grow by a third

The company is on track to deliver 8% to 12% net profit increase for the full year.

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Microsoft and Sony to create smart camera solutions for AI-enabled image sensor

Sony's image sensor will have Microsoft Azure artificial intelligence capabilities.

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Westpac begins search for new CIO and consumer chief exec

Amid Austrac investigations, the bank has also created a new group executive to fill a financial crime, compliance, and conduct role.

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Go X is unleashing 100 self-driving scooters on a large Georgia business park - CNET

These scooters will be summonable by riders and return to a centralized charging and sanitization area when done.

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Tesla 'full self-driving' price will increase by $1,000 on July 1, Elon Musk says - CNET

The option currently costs $7,000.

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Trump says he's taking controversial COVID-19 drug hydroxychloroquine - CNET

The US president says he's taking a pill every day, despite a lack of evidence for taking hydroxychloroquine as a preventative.

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I switched to Google Pay from Samsung Pay and haven't looked back - CNET

Commentary: I used to love, love, love Samsung Pay. But now its killer feature no longer feels so vital.

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