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“The mission continues to proceed well and along the planned mission profile,” Artemis mission manager Mike Sarafin told reporters on Thursday. “At present on track to have a fully successful mission with some bonus objectives that we’ve achieved along the way.” The Artemis I mission launched on Nov. 16, sending the unmanned Orion spacecraft into orbit around the moon to test NASA’s deep space exploration systems. At its farthest, Orion was a record-breaking 268,563 miles from Earth, surpassing the distance the Apollo 13 mission set in 1970....
The program, which Apple says is aimed at “customers who are comfortable with completing their own repairs,” will give them access to genuine Apple parts and tools they need to carry out the repair. The first products to come under this program will be the iPhone 12 and iPhone 13 lineups, followed by Mac computers featuring M1 chips. It will initially focus on the most commonly serviced modules, such as the iPhone display, battery, and camera, but Apple says that additional repairs will follow....
Past malware attacks, such as Stuxnet, which is believed to have been the work of the NSA, have demonstrated that malware can create real-world damage, not just scramble data. And cyberattacks have long had real-world implications, such as the ransomware attacks on organizations like Colonial Pipeline and hospitals in the US and Europe. The UK’s NHS struggled for days after the 2017 WannaCry ransomware attack, which was blamed on North Korean state-sponsored hackers....
Noting that the breach raised concerns about the robustness of Medibank’s operational risk controls, the Australian Prudential Regulation Authority (APRA) said Monday it had “intensified” its supervision of Medibank. Consulting firm Deloitte had been brought in to examine the security incident as well as Medibank’s response and effectiveness of its controls. The financial services regulator said it would determine if further regulatory action was necessary when findings of the external review were established....
The AI centre, based within CSRIO’s Data61, will coordinate national AI activity, expertise, and capabilities with the hopes of improving productivity and lifting competitiveness. It will also perform work on reducing barriers faced by small to medium-sized businesses in adopting and developing AI and emerging technology. “The National Artificial Intelligence Centre will play a pivotal role in ensuring we can take advantage of AI technologies, which has been forecast to contribute more than $20 trillion to the global economy by 2030,” said Melissa Price, Minister for Science and Technology....
API is the parent company behind retailers such as Priceline Pharmacy and Soul Pattison Chemist, and an AU$3.5 billion wholesale pharmaceutical business. Speaking with ZDNet, API CTO Dean Matthews explained the priority for the work with Google Cloud, which kicked off six months ago, would be to deliver a more tailored retail experience for its 7.5 million Priceline Pharmacy Sister Club loyalty members based on their shopping preferences and purchase history....
State Actor Behind the Attack The attack, which began on Saturday, is still continuing and, according to experts, could last several days. “Due to the gravity and nature of the attack, it cannot be excluded that it is a targeted attack by a state actor”, the Ministry said in a joint statement with the Interior Ministry. For tactical reasons, the Austrian Ministry did not disclose further details of the attack and the problems it has caused....
Platinum Telstra Partner Struck by a Cyberattack Schepisi Communications, a platinum Telstra Partner, provides voice, mobiles and data services to a range of enterprise, business and SME customers. Last week, the Melbourne-based telecom provider was struck by a cyberattack. Not long after, hackers posted a disturbing ransomware note on the dark web, giving Schepisi 240 hours (10 days) to communicate and cooperate with the cybercriminals. The gang likely posted the same note on the victim’s systems....
According to AWS, previously, to run hybrid algorithms, developers had to manually set up classical infrastructure, install the required software, and manage the interaction between the quantum and classical compute processes for the duration of the hybrid algorithm, in addition to using monitoring and visualisation tools for analysing the results. AWS also said it is rolling out machine learning-powered “secrets detector” within its AI-powered code view service CodeGuru, which was released last year....
AWS itself noted that HPC processing can be an expensive proposition thanks to its inherent requirements for not only fast data processing but also fast memory and storage, as well as low-latency connectivity when working in multi-cluster environments. The company sees the new Hpc6a instances as a way to avoid the need for the on-premise installations some HPC operators have opted for to manage their high-end needs. EC2 Hpc6a instances are available for purchase now as On-Demand Instances, Reserved Instances, or via AWS’ Savings Plans....
The issues affected Axis OS Active track 10.7, Axis OS 2016 LTS track 6.50.5.5, Axis OS 2018 LTS track 8.40.4.3, Axis OS 2020 LTS track 9.80.3.5, Axis OS Active track 10.8, Axis OS 2016 LTS track 6.50.5.5, Axis OS 2018 LTS track 8.40.4.3 and Axis OS 2020 LTS track 9.80.3.5. Axis is a billion-dollar company with offices in more than 50 countries and systems in iconic locations like the White House, Sydney Airport, the Moscow Metro, the Madrid bus system and the City of Houston....
The New Baka Card Skimmer Baka is a relatively new e-commerce skimmer discovered in February 2020. It was found by Visa Payment Fraud Disruption (PFD) researchers whilst analyzing a Command and Control (C2) server. The server was being analyzed as it had been used for a previous e-skimming campaign. Their findings led Visa to issue a security alert late last week to all its partners and merchant stores. The new Baka e-skimming malware is a very sophisticated piece of software....
If you are regularly feeling like there just aren’t enough hours in the day, there are certainly tools and technology to help simplify your life. The problem is that the ones you use most are probably scattered all over different apps. Fortunately, Lunatask can make it easier to get things done by bringing them all together. For instance, Lunatask can sync to your calendars – iCloud, Google, Outlook – to show all of your calls and meetings for each day....
. The speakers themselves are also useful for scheduling reminders, adjusting your calendar, and quick questions, all of which can save you time. Though some of the “lower end-of-the-range models” are generally affordable, you can grab a great deal by looking at other less popular smart assistants. They will still support most devices but at a lower cost. Like standard coffee machines, while there are high-quality options for higher costs, simpler filter coffee machines with smart features are also available that are well within even lower budgets....
Whether you have a storefront, webpage, or do freelance work, a business credit card is a great way to keep your personal finances, business purchases and cash flow organized and separate, which will be helpful when tax season rolls around to help your credit report. We want to make this process a little easier by giving you the 11 best startup business for credit cards for small business owners and the benefits of each credit card issuer....
This versatility also spawned a bevy of new accessory categories, with peripheral makers rushing to fulfill every possible need a switch user could have. In addition to the traditional lineup of controllers and headsets, the Switch also spawned innumerable travel cases, stands, licensed memory cards, and some true oddities unlike anything seen before in the tech world. Although the variety of add-ons makes this an excellent time for users looking to customize their Switch for their particular use case and aesthetic tastes, it can be a daunting task to find which options in the sea of possibilities will work best for that particular user without wasting a lot of money....
Organizational managers enjoy working with others to foster talent and improve performance. Well-rounded organizational leadership graduates may land management positions in business, education, and government settings. The Bureau of Labor Statistics projects more than 900,000 new positions in management occupations by 2030, a 9% increase. To find out more about the best online leadership degrees available, browse our top picks below. Top 5 online schools for organizational leadership The best online organizational leadership degrees ZDNet’s ranking methodology uses a proprietary formula to assess academic programs....
However, parents are naturally hesitant to spend hundreds of dollars on a device that their kid(s) will surely put to the test. But the good news is, you don’t have to spend a fortune to get a decent tablet. You can find a device that offers plenty of educational content along with entertainment options and parental controls like limiting screen time so kids don’t become glued to tech devices. Below, you’ll find a selection of tablets that are best for kids, according to parents and parenting experts....
Some of the best VPNs to use with Roku include CyberGhost and NordVPN, since they’re relatively cheap and have special features for streaming. However, ExpressVPN is the best Roku VPN. Here’s why: It has dedicated streaming features. It has a large variety of servers, which let you change your IP to one from anywhere on the globe. ExpressVPN ensures a stable connection to avoid buffering and wait times. ExpressVPN is easy to install, even on Roku....
