Under what the state government is calling the connected firefighter package, firefighters will have access to drones that can provide images and data from incidents in real-time that can be used to assist in incident planning, and for chemical and gas detection; cells on wheels equipped with communication technology to provide power, especially in remote parts of the state without coverage; vehicles with built-in Wi-Fi that can provide mobile 4G network in remote locations where satellite connection is limited....

By extending testing to vSphere with Tanzu, Nvidia boasts it will enable developers to run AI workloads on Kubernetes containers within their existing VMware environments. The software suite will run on mainstream Nvidia-certified systems, the company said, noting it would provide a complete software and hardware stack suitable for AI development. “Nvidia has gone and invested in building all of the next-generation cloud application-level components, where you can now take the NGC libraries, which are container-based, and run those in a Kubernetes orchestrated VMware environment, so you’re getting the ability now to go and bridge the world of developers and infrastructure,” VMware cloud infrastructure business group marketing VP Lee Caswell told media....

The Google Pixel Watch is an elegant smartwatch with a smooth, domed, circular design and unique band connection system. It is not going to challenge the Apple Watch Ultra or Galaxy Watch 5 Pro for those rugged outdoor adventures, but it will serve as the best Fitbit wearable and the best Google smartwatch for most Android smartphone users. Also: Google Pixel Watch vs Apple Watch Ultra: Which should you buy?...

On Monday, the AP reported that the trial, now signed off by the city, will last for 45 days. The pilot program uses technology provided by Pileum and Fusus, an IT consultancy firm and a provider of a cloud-based video, sensor, and data feed platform for the law enforcement market. See also: FBI warned of how Ring doorbell surveillance can be used against police officers. WLBT says that up to five city-owned and five private cameras will be used during the trial....

In 2020, Adweek named Pivot Business Podcast of the Year. In 2019, Galloway founded Section4, an online education platform for working professionals where he teaches business strategy. In his latest book, Post Corona: From Crisis to Opportunities, Galloway begins by referencing MP George Galloway with the saying, “Nothing can happen in decades, and then decades can happen in weeks.” He also references John F. Kennedy when he said: “In crisis, there is opportunity....

“To regulate AI effectively, and to support the clarity of our proposed framework, we need a common understanding of what is meant by ‘artificial intelligence’,” the white paper states. Also: Tech leaders sign petition to halt AI boom “There is no general definition of AI that enjoys widespread consensus,” and, “that is why we have defined AI by reference to the two characteristics that generate the need for a bespoke regulatory response....

Computer science jobs without coding support their coding-centric counterparts, enriching the field. If you can’t program, don’t like it, or are in the process of learning, computer science jobs are still within your reach. We’ve noted when programming knowledge and skills might prove useful in the positions listed below, but these 11 computer science jobs generally don’t require coding knowledge or experience. 1. Computer support specialist Avg. annual salary: $55,510 Alternate job titles: Technical support specialist, help-desk technician, computer user support specialistEducation required: Some college or undergraduate degreeExperience required: Computer knowledge Computer support specialists answer questions, troubleshoot problems, and assist computer users and organizations....

Michael Porowski, a senior principal research analyst at Gartner, said the COVID-19 pandemic “spiked demand for optimized and ultrafast broadband connectivity to support work-from-home and bandwidth-hungry applications, such as streaming video, online gaming and social media applications.” “Business and customer demand is an influencing factor in this growth. As consumers return to the office, they will continue to upgrade or switch to gigabit fiber to the home service as connectivity has become an essential remote work service,” said Porowski....

Here are some of the key findings of the IT leadership 2021 survey: IT workloads have increased during the pandemic. 88% of IT leaders say workloads have increased in the past 12 months. 60% of IT leaders who said their workload increased have noted an increase of more than half. I believe the pandemic served as a 5-10 year accelerant for digital business transformation. The adoption of e-commerce is an example of 10 years of acceleration....

Pixels aren’t the tiny glowing dots on your computer screen (strictly speaking, we should call those display elements). Instead, they’re a sample of a visual field at a single point that has location and colour. Or more eloquently, they’re the invisible digital bits that represent what Alvy Ray Smith calls ‘digital light’ (the book’s original title) – the technology that lets you see digital text, drawings, photographs, videos, movies and TV shows, because they’re made visible by computation....

Also: Only a game? Sport isn’t just for spectators… it’s a platform Shail, throughout his history and on his way to becoming a thought leader – not just a business leader – in the RPA space, took chances, which is why I think you need to hear him on why taking what I call “intelligent risk” at scale and speedily is one of the best ways to attack a heavily competitive market....

Wall Street was expecting Accenture to report earnings of $2.23 a share on revenue of $12.8 billion. Shares of Accenture were up over 4% in pre-market trading. The company said consulting revenues for the quarter were up 21% to $7.26 billion. Outsourcing revenues came to $6 billion. Accentures said new bookings were up 39% to $15.4 billion. “We are particularly pleased with our ability to continue to invest significantly in our business and our people,” said Accenture CEO Julie Sweet....

The portfolio updates, which also included new Predator gaming devices, were outlined at a global press conference Wednesday. In many respects, Acer is leveraging its consumer customer base to expand into more business use cases. When it comes to businesses, Acer is looking to break into an enterprise market dominated by Dell, HP and Lenovo. Acer is also upping its product cadence as the PC maker recently launched a handful of new Windows 11 laptops including the ultraportable Swift 5....

One issue to be handled off the bat is how do telcos identify vulnerable customers, as the Telecommunications Consumer Protections (TCP) Code does not contain a definition for vulnerable, and that’s how ACMA likes it. “This is appropriate given the varied circumstances in which a person may find themselves subject to disadvantage or vulnerability when participating in telco markets,” the regulator said. “The terms should be understood and applied broadly and without confining definitions or preconceptions....

While Agile won’t be applied in ever organisation, the basic principles of the approach that originated in software development – decentralised decision making, cross-organisation teams and cross-team empowerment – are likely to resonate with most tech leaders. What’s more, evidence suggests the rest of the business is also keen to make the most of agile management. So how should business leaders stay open to feedback from their staff on how decisions are made?...

Analysts were expecting earnings of $12.22 on revenue of $115.07 billion. “If you look back the last few quarters, we’ve not done a great job of nailing the impact of Covid. We’ve generally over-performed our guidance range,” he said. As the spread of the COVID-19 pandemic slowed in the US over Q2, people were “getting vaccinated and getting out in the world,” he continued, “and not only shopping offline but also living life… it takes away from shopping time....

See also: Bringing Alexa to seniors: What can it teach us about tech? For seniors on COVID-19 lockdown, Alexa proves to be a valuable friend. With the help of solution providers, administrators can build and publish skills that are specific to their properties and which can be integrated with other property management systems. For instance, a resident in a senior living facility could ask, “Alexa, could you ask for my mail to be delivered?...

“One thing that surprised me the most about Alexa is the companionship relationship we have with it,” said Prasad, Alexa AI SVP and head scientist. “Human attributes of empathy and affect are key for building trust. They have become even more important in these times of the ongoing pandemic, when so many of us have lost someone we love. While AI can’t eliminate that pain of loss, it can definitely make their memories last....

It seems like the company can do little wrong, other than not being able to release more new products and get them into customers’ hands the day after they’re released. Recently, however, I told the story of my friend Kevin. He has a strong self-image. He wears fancy clothes. Yes, he’s the absolute epitome of an Apple customer. Hell Hath No Fury Like A Disappointed Apple Fan Every one of Kevin’s gadgets is Apple....

A few years ago, Android started suggesting which infrequently used apps should be uninstalled to free up space on a device. That was good for users but also meant making a choice to remove an app they might have rather stayed where it was. And it also meant developers faced higher uninstalls, possibly only because the user’s hardware lacked enough storage space. This is particularly a problem on lower to mid-range Android phones....