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The use of open-source software has grown during the last decade. But while open-source systems have benefits, there are a number of sticking points to watch. How can savvy teams solve the issue? Their best answers are below: 1. Security Open-source platforms can increase the risk of security breaches. You should consult with an IT security expert before committing to an open-source platform. Matthew Podolsky,Florida Law Advisers, P.A. Confusing Complexity...

But if you dont heres a quick recap on what Ethereum is. Ethereum made smart contracts a common part of the blockchain conversation. Smart contracts are programming tools that let developers write self-executing scripts that run on the Ethereum blockchain. ETH 2.0 wont be implemented overnight. In fact, its a series of updates that will begin being implemented in January 2020. 40% off TNW Conference! Ethereum/USD Q1 performance recap The first quarter of 2019 was uneventful for Ethereums price....

Chuwis Hipad LTE tablet took me by surprise. Im not a big fan of phablets to begin with. And when I saw it only cost $159 I was certain this slab would be a hot mess. The 10.1-inch Hipad LTE is a phablet an unlocked smartphone with a big screen. Theres a few problems holding it back that Ill get into later. Credit: Nicole Gray First, the good: this is the perfect tablet for me....

MAX, or Model Assets Exchange, is an online open-source repository for trainable/deployable AI models. CODAIT also launched the Data Assets Exchange (DAX). Where MAX hosts full AI models, DAX contains datasets that can be used to train your own. What does IBM mean when it says the datasets will be carefully curated? Are they checked for bias or accuracy? Someone creates a list or a database, and random people from the Internet submit links to data....

Here are some of the coolest sights I spotted while visiting. That was not planned life is just cool like that sometimes. The museum was originally intended to be in Silicon Valley, and was funded in part bya Kickstarter campaign. It’s free, every week, in your inbox. Here are the most interesting things my friend and I spotted while we were visiting. The centerpiece of the room is the Intellivision playing a port ofDonkey Kong....

SenselsMorph is a pressure-sensitive touch controller thats easier to use than it is to describe. To that end, its a step up from similar devices. But the Morph is so much more than just a really,reallygood trackpad. Specifications: The main attraction here is the Morphs ability to, well, morph. Sensel sells several overlays for it that can be hot-swapped in and out. The overlays are actually just well-made silicon rubber mats....

As someone who is decidedly not a morning person, I had aspersions about reviewingthe Anker Soundcore Wakey. I thought about that, and then I said to Ankers PR person: Ah, sod it. As it turns out, that was a good shout. Meet the Anker Soundcore Wakey This is a beautifully designed alarm clock. It’s free, every week, in your inbox. Its chassis is clad in a soothing white plastic. At the front, theres a fabric mesh....

Cryptocurrency and blockchain were built to usurp centralized authorities like governments and banks. And then came Ripple, a corporate and institutional reimagining of what a digital currency should be and do. It has often drawn criticism for not being a real cryptocurrency and not being truly decentralized. Its a far cry from open and censorship-resistant platforms, like Bitcoin. Ripple styled cryptocurrencies and DLTs are seemingly a growing trend too. JP Morgan has this quarterboasted that big institutions are really keenon its digital remittance asset, JPM Coin....

After coveringthe announcement of UEs Wonderboom 2, I finally got my hands on one. And you know what? Its an exciting-sounding, portable Bluetooth speaker thats perfect for summer (and pretty much everything). First off, UE? UE, or Ultimate Ears (sigh), are an American audio company owned by Logitech. Ive been a huge fan of its equipment for some time,especially the UE Boomrange. And if I was going to sum up their hardware?...

If you havent, you probably recognize the experience from its portrayal in film and on television. In these examples, the characters virtual alter-ego is physically different from who they are in the real world. The connection between the real person and their virtual avatar is called embodiment. Virtual embodiment provides an opportunity to explore the world from a different point of view. And studies have shown that experiencing new perspectives in the virtual world can alter your behavior in real life....

Naturally, the company has been lambasted over these shortcomings rightly so, many people would argue. Ive been on that side of the debate too,having written aboutthe platformsmistakes over the past few years. Stokel-Walker had a lot to say about the platform, and how its viewed in the media. Obviously theyre not going to be perfect ever, Stokel-Walker said. Thats part of the challenge. He basically asked, why cant Youtube actually just hire more human staff?...

essentials… [Anzeige PR-Sample] . The luggage company has its thoughtful luggage for modern travel all over the #influencer community. How does your home town compare to your favorite/dream destination? It’s free, every week, in your inbox. Credit: Away Wait wait, start from the beginning… what is a smart suitcase? All this can be tracked on the Tile app. So, how did you like it? To start with the positives: its sexy as hell....

Digital Darwinism: the evolution of technology and its impact on markets and society. Im sure youve heard it before: Happy employees mean happycustomers. Thats exactly whats happening in this era of digital Darwinism. Technology and society are evolving. Customer andemployeebehaviors, norms and values too are evolving. It’s free, every week, in your inbox. Digital transformation is one of the biggest trends in business modernization today. Organizationsall around the world are actively investing in advanced technologies to overhaul and update how companies work....