Richard White steps down as WiseTech CEO
Billionaire Richard White will step down as chief executive of WiseTech following a series of damaging allegations made about his conduct. ⌘ Read more
Huh. I had long forgotten about text fragment URLs. Seems relevant for linking to discussions around linking to individual twtxt posts. https://alfy.blog/2024/10/19/linking-directly-to-web-page-content.html
‘Why would they stay?’: Women leaving tech to avoid harassment
Amid high-profile allegations of inappropriate behaviour making headlines, a new report shows women are simply leaving the technology sector altogether. ⌘ Read more
The iPad mini is ready for AI
Trevor Long gets his hands on the Apple iPad mini, with the core reason for the update under the skin rather than outwardly visible. ⌘ Read more
A thousand new employees in 12 months: Canva’s propulsive growth
The Australian design software maker has ticked over $2.5 billion in annual revenue as it looks to shore up support from Wall Street. ⌘ Read more
On my blog: Developer Diary, World Statistics Day, Belated https://john.colagioia.net/blog/2024/10/21/statistics.html #programming #project #devjournal
Billions wiped off WiseTech’s books as crisis engulfs CEO
Investors have punished WiseTech after this masthead exposed serious allegations of inappropriate behaviour by its billionaire CEO Richard White. ⌘ Read more
Hot chips: The split that sparked a $97 billion meltdown
It is an industry crucial to the 21st century but two of its biggest players are going in opposite directions. ⌘ Read more
Jabber.org Notices: Server Migration
On October 19th, we completed a migration of the service to a brand new server. Everything looks solid, but if you experience problems feel free to contact the administrator. ⌘ Read more
** Broughlike **
The Roguelike Celebration happened this weekend. Every year I think about participating, and every year I let it slip me by. In honor of it, though, this weekend I made a Broughlike…which I’ve creatively named “Eli’s Broughlike.”
It runs in the browser. It should work on most anything with a keyboard, or with a touchscreen — the about page ha … ⌘ Read more
The hundreds of millions in tax incentives for Australian start-ups that went south
The R&D tax offset has served as a life raft for some of Australia’s most prominent technology start-ups, though in some cases it wasn’t enough. ⌘ Read more
On my blog: Getting the Most from Mastodon (and Friends) https://john.colagioia.net/blog/2024/10/20/most-mastodon.html #mastodon #socialmedia
The best Apple, Google and Samsung phones of 2024
Want to know the best smartphones of 2024? We’ve done all the hard work for you. ⌘ Read more
On my blog: Free Culture Book Club — Restoration Day, part 2 https://john.colagioia.net/blog/2024/10/19/restoration-day-2.html #freeculture #bookclub
Are we ready for an internet with no Google search?
25 years ago, Google’s minimalist search engine was a revelation. What would happen if the US government moved to break up its dominance? ⌘ Read more
[ANN] [Video] Using a Cospend attack to target an individual collecting donations (Canadian Trucker example)
Links:
- https://redirect.invidious.io/watch?v=Cu2dk78165Y
- https://odysee.com/@anti_moonboy:7/AotPO5:7
- https://rumble.com/v5j6cod-aotpo-episode-5
lordx3nu:matrix.org ⌘ Read more
On my blog: Real Life in Star Trek, I, Borg https://john.colagioia.net/blog/2024/10/17/i-borg.html #scifi #startrek #closereading
お知らせ：ソフトウェア等の脆弱性関連情報に関する届出状況［2024年第3四半期（7月～9月）] ⌘ Read more
お知らせ：JPCERT/CC 活動四半期レポート［2024年7月1日～2024年9月30日］ ⌘ Read more
お知らせ：JPCERT/CC インシデント報告対応レポート［2024年7月1日～2024年9月30日］ ⌘ Read more
お知らせ：CyberNewsFlash「Check Point Software Technologies社製品のVPN機能における情報漏えいの脆弱性（CVE-2024-24919）について」（更新） ⌘ Read more
‘Time-consuming and costly’: Divisions emerge as Husic weighs AI laws
There’s overwhelming support for regulatory action on AI in high-risk settings, but it’s less clear which path the government should take to get there. ⌘ Read more
Lifelike robot walks and talks
Elon Musk unveils latest iteration of the humanoid ‘Optimus.’ ⌘ Read more
GoPro is now a camera for movies and social, not just action
With smart swappable lenses, automated settings, magnetic latches and new modes, the Hero 13 Black is suited for more than extreme sports. ⌘ Read more
Australians don’t care who owns the NBN, they just want better broadband
The federal government is pushing for new laws that would keep the NBN in public hands, but will it lead to cheaper or better internet? ⌘ Read more
Zelda changes the game again with fresh, imaginative but retro adventure
Nintendo puts Princess Zelda in the role of hero for once, in a joyful and surprising fantasy adventure, with just the right mix of nostalgia and innovation. ⌘ Read more
On my blog: Free Culture Book Club — Restoration Day, part 1 https://john.colagioia.net/blog/2024/10/12/restoration-day-1.html #freeculture #bookclub
On my blog: Toots 🦣 from 10/07 to 10/11 https://john.colagioia.net/blog/2024/10/11/week.html #linkdump #socialmedia #quotes #week
One book created panic about social media. But what if it’s bunkum?
Labor will push age-limit legislation for social media through despite the fact scientists and experts have said it won’t work. ⌘ Read more
From side hustle to buzzy AI start-up: Build Club raises $1.8 million
Build Club began life as a group of friends working together over the weekend. It’s now one of Australia’s hottest start-ups. ⌘ Read more
Can Google’s search dominance be broken by its break-up?
Google could be broken up if the US Department of Justice has its way - but it will take years to possibly get to that point. ⌘ Read more
‘Our community is important’: Canva responds to pricing backlash
The Australian software company says it has listened to its customers, some of whom were incensed by a 300 per cent price increase. ⌘ Read more
New ‘nutrition labels’ to combat AI deepfakes
Amid mounting concerns about deepfakes and AI-generated misinformation, one tech giant thinks it has an answer. ⌘ Read more
Quantum start-up breaks records with blockbuster funding round
Rugby legend John Eales has invested in this futuristic Sydney tech company, but there’s no guarantee it will stay in Australia. ⌘ Read more
Are we there yet? When it comes to EVs, we’re not even close
Our EV is fantastic around the city, but heading further afield can create range anxiety. ⌘ Read more
On my blog: Developer Diary, Child Health Day https://john.colagioia.net/blog/2024/10/07/child-health.html #programming #project #devjournal
eureka: now with currency | https://nilfm.cc/eureka.html
A text editor with tabs that live-update as you edit: https://akkartik.name/tabs.html
AI hype, 3G shutdown drive bumper smartphone sales
Australians are back buying new smartphones, with the new iPhone facing stiffer competition from AI-enabled Android rivals. ⌘ Read more
On my blog: Free Culture Book Club — Ancient Beast https://john.colagioia.net/blog/2024/10/05/ancient-beast.html #freeculture #bookclub
On my blog: Toots 🦣 from 09/30 to 10/04 https://john.colagioia.net/blog/2024/10/04/week.html #linkdump #socialmedia #quotes #week
‘God-like’ coding educator accused of harassment
More than 200,000 students went through Grok Academy’s classes last year, and now nine women have accused its CEO of misconduct. ⌘ Read more
On my blog: Real Life in Star Trek, The Perfect Mate https://john.colagioia.net/blog/2024/10/03/perfect-mate.html #scifi #startrek #closereading
We haven’t reinvented the wheel, so why the toilet flusher?
Just because we can invent something doesn’t mean we should. ⌘ Read more
‘End of the world’: The Apple change that has flown under the radar
When Apple announced iOS 18, the latest version of its mobile operating system, most of the attention went to its slate of new AI features. But a lesser-known change may wind up being more important. ⌘ Read more
dance! new world chaos 5 / chill… bleak future counterweapon 3 | https://nilfm.cc/mixes.html
Seeing beyond the surface: digital trust emerges as key issue
As Australia gears up for an upcoming election, a recent study highlights rising concerns about digital trust. ⌘ Read more
On my blog: Developer Diary, International Translation Day https://john.colagioia.net/blog/2024/09/30/translation.html #programming #project #devjournal
On my blog: Developer Diary, International Translation Day https://john.colagioia.net/blog/2024/09/30/translation.html #programming #project #devjournal
ryudo v1.6, less is more | https://nilfm.cc/ryudo.html