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Google cuts off other Chromium-based browsers from its Sync service
Google Sync to stop working in other browsers except Chrome starting March 15 2021.
Accenture acquires Argentinean cloud services firm Wolox
Founded in 2012, the Wolox team specializes in integrated services including digital business design, product creation and agile squads.
Brazil to appoint data protection officers in all federal government bodies
Just over half of all public sector organizations have appointed DPOs so far
What to do when tomorrow’s new thing is yesterday’s junk
Google Glass, the Peek twitter machine, Palm’s Pre smartphone -- all those shiny new objects that were so cool when they first emerged may now be gathering dust in your sock drawer. Tiernan Ray gives Karen Roby some practical tips on what to do with old smartphones and such when the nostalgia fades.
Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra 5G first look: Improving upon the S20 with a surprise from the Note
Samsung's new Galaxy S21 Ultra 5G looks to improve in key areas that were questionable in the S20 while also bringing some basic S Pen functionality from the Note line. We'll be spending many more hours with this new phone over the next few weeks so stay tuned for more.
AI set to replace humans in cybersecurity by 2030, says Trend Micro
In 2021 Trend Micro predicts that cybercriminals will look to home networks as a critical launch pad to compromising corporate IT and IoT networks.
Linux Mint fixes screensaver bypass discovered by two kids
Two children playing on their dad's computer accidentally found a way to bypass the screensaver and access locked systems.
HP unveils new convertible ProBook laptop for education market
HP said its ProBook x360 11 G7 EE aims to provide functionality for both at-home and in-person learning.
Microsoft's Azure marketing chief Julia White joins SAP
In the second Microsoft-to-SAP-related hiring announcement of the week, Azure Marketing Corporate VP Julia White is moving to SAP to become Chief Marketing and Solutions Officer.
Samsung Galaxy S21 5G first look: Entry-level flagship drops $200 with few compromises
Samsung's new Galaxy S21 5G is a breath of fresh air and a great way to start 2021 with a Samsung price cut of $200 off its entry-level flagship line. The phone looks great, is easy to handle, and has internal specifications worthy of a higher price.
BMW just cursed and insulted old people (and mocked old BMWs)
There are many ways of selling new technology during CES. This one may not be ideal.
Amazon launches new service that lets auto, device makers build customized voice assistants
Alexa Custom Assistant gives companies access to Alexa's AI smarts to build their own voice assistants.
The ‘blatant arrogance’ of Zuckerberg and Dorsey: Revolution Populi aims to help a thousand social networks bloom
Revolution Populi, calling its developer SDK a "Facebook Killer Kit," expects new social networks enabled by a new blockchain-based database will pop up later this year.
CES 2021: The learning curve behind pivoting to digital
Tonya Hall interviews Gary Shapiro, CEO of the Consumer Technology Association, about how putting together this year's online CES has been a tough but rewarding challenge.
Desktop Metal snaps up 3D printer, polymer specialist EnvisionTEC
Desktop Metal hopes to secure a global presence in the 3D printing market through the deal.
SAP's Q4 shows improvement, adds Microsoft Azure alum as marketing chief
SAP issued its 2021 outlook as it aims to move its customer base to the cloud. Julia White will be chief marketing and solutions officer at SAP. She previously led product marketing for Microsoft Azure.
Ransomware attacks now to blame for half of healthcare data breaches
Almost half of data breaches at hospitals were because of ransomware attacks – and those attacks could've been prevented with timely patching.
