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New technology to make heart monitoring easier
A recently developed wearable technology made from stretchy, lightweight material is capable of making heart monitoring easier and more accurate in comparison to existing electrocardiograph machines.Developed by engineers, the latest incarnation of Lu's electronic tattoo technology, a graphene-based wearable device that can be placed on the skin to measure a variety of body responses, from electrical to biomechanical signals, reported the Journal of Advanced Science.The device is so lightweight and stretchable that it can be placed over the heart for extended periods with little or no discomfort. It also measures cardiac health in two ways, taking electrocardiograph and seismocardiography readings simultaneously.Most of us are familiar with the electrocardiogram (ECG), a method that records the rates of electrical activity produced each time the heart beats. Seismocardiography (SCG) is a measurement technique using chest vibrations associated with heartbeats.Powered remotely by a ...
Govt working on rules to enable shopkeepers, restaurants sell wifi services
The government is working on a framework to allow shopkeepers, restaurant and other small businessmen to retail WiFi services on a model similar to yesteryears public calling booths, a top official said Thursday. The model was suggested by the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (Trai) to set up Public Data Offices (PDOs) to enhance wifi hotspots across the country but it was put on the back burner due to opposition from telecom service providers. Speaking with reporters on the sidelines of an ITU-APT Foundation of India event, Telecom Secretary Aruna Sundararajan said, "We will bring some architecture of PDOs." "Whether it will be exactly the same as Trai has recommended I don't know. But in principle, yes we will try to come up with an architecture. We do want to come with a large number of small infrastructure providers like kirana (grocery) stores etc," Sundararajan mentioned. Based on existing rules for cyber cafes, Trai had recommended that a new set of players, to be called ..
Apple considers shifting 30 per cent of manufacturing out of China: Report
Apple is reportedly looking at shifting 15-30 per cent of its manufacturing capacity out of China amid trade war with the US.According to a Nikkei report, Apple has asked its major suppliers to evaluate the cost implications of moving a significant chunk of the production capacity from China to Southeast Asia. The move follows US President Donald Trump's warning of 25 per cent tariff hike.China is Apple's top production base over the past two decades, carrying out more than 90 per cent assembling. However, owing to the possible escalation of the trade war between the nations, Apple does not want to heavily rely on one country.
Now, deepfake portraits that can sing
Until now, AI-generated deepfakes were fooling people to believe the existence of certain individuals. Now, researchers have generated realistic portraits which can also sing!As The Verge reports, researchers from Imperial College in London and Samsung's AI research center combined a single photo and audio file to generate a singing or talking video portrait using machine learning.For instance, a real clip of Albert Einstein speaking combined with his photo can be turned into a never-seen-before lecture, or Grigori Yefimovich Rasputin singing Beyonce classic 'Halo', all using a single picture and an audio file. Meanwhile, as deepfake technology progresses, concerns about its potential misuse also heightens.
Best Buy stores will now repair Apple products
Apple has announced that all Best Buy stores across the US will now provide repairs for Apple products.In its official blog, Apple announced the completion of the expansion of its authorised service network. There are nearly 1,000 Best Buy stores across the US that will make it easier for customers to get their precious Apple devices repaired.There will be nearly 7,600 newly Apple-certified technicians at Best Buy's Geek Squad, promising same-day iPhone repairs or servicing.
NASA JPL systems accessed by hackers using rogue Raspberry Pi
NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL) systems were reportedly hacked by a Raspberry Pi that helped hackers crack into the weak security and steal data.As Engadget reports, investigators looking into a security breach found that an unauthorised Raspberry Pi was linked to the JPL network that was targeted by hackers in April 2018, allowing them to steal 500MB of data and also go deeper into JPL's network.The hackers also gained access to several major missions, including NASA's Deep Space Network. NASA has been recommended to fix all uncovered issues. However, it is yet to agree to establishing a formal threat-hunting process to find flaws in its systems.
Wipro launches Pivotal Software Center of Excellence in Dallas, Texas
In addition, Wipro will expand the design services it offers clients by opening a new Designit studio in Dallas. Designit, which is part of Wipro, provides strategic design, service design and design thinking services from Its other US locations in New York City and San Francisco and 16 studios around the world.
Mindtree recognized for its Digital Excellence by ISG
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Subex partners wirth Town of Florence, Arizona to establish IoT security Lab
The lab will serve to raise awareness on cybersecurity issues for citizens of Florence, lawmakers, businesses and other stakeholders. The lab is comprised of physical and virtual devices, connected networks and systems, and subsystems that raise awareness of various aspects of cybersecurity. It will also enable decisionmakers, students and city officials to get first-hand experience in these matters and help them use that learning and awareness to promote cybersecurity. The lab will evolve to reflect changes in the threat environment, security practices and strategies, device architecture and network changes and more to stay relevant to all stakeholders.
Unauthorised persons barred from carrying mobile phones inside UP Vidhan Bhawan
The Uttar Pradesh government Thursday banned unauthorised persons from carrying mobile phones inside Vidhan Bhawan, which houses the state legislature complex, and all offices affiliated to the state secretariat. "The chief minister instructed officials to ensure that adequate security and cleanliness arrangements are in place in Vidhan Bhawan and at all the offices attached to the secretariat. Instructions were also issued to debar outsiders from bringing mobile phones inside these buildings," an official statement said. Concerned over sanitisation and security, the CM directed officials to have fool proof security check points in the secretariat and in other related offices, the statement said. "No unwanted person should enter any administrative office without the permission of the officials and mobile phones should be banned for unauthorised persons," the instructions said. The latest instructions, given by the chief minister at a review meeting of secretariat administration here, .
U-Dictionary climbs up Google Play Charts, clocks 50 Million Installs
U-Dictionary, a global language learning application, recently announced its android installs to 50 million globally, surpassing Google Translate and becoming the number one in the Google Play education category (as of May 2019) in India. The volumes can be found in Google Play.U-Dictionary aims to solve the problems of users' translation with low literacy levels, and their communication problems even between different states. The application provides free and fair English learning and communication opportunities like variety of free, interactive, English learning content, such as word games, comics, etc to Indian users free of charge, helping them to better improve themselves and truly achieve 'crossing language barriers'.The app continues to focus on providing users with translation services from English to a variety of mainstream languages (for example, Assamese, Bangla, English, Gujarati, Kannada, Malayalam, Marathi, Nepali, Odia, Punjabi, Sindhi, Tamil, Telugu, Urdu). ...
How you lock smartphone can reveal your age: Study
The manner in which you lock your smartphone may reveal your age, according to a study unveiled Thursday which found that older users tend to rely more on auto lock feature compared to younger ones. Older smartphone users also prefer using PINs over fingerprints to unlock their phones, said researchers at the University of British Columbia (UBC) in Canada. They also found that older users are more likely to unlock their phones when they are stationary, such as when working at a desk or sitting at home. The study is the first to explore the link between age and smartphone use, said Konstantin Beznosov, a professor at UBC, who supervised the research. "As researchers working to protect smartphones from unauthorised access, we need to first understand how users use their devices," said Beznosov. "By tracking actual users during their daily interactions with their device, we now have real-world insights that can be used to inform future smartphone designs," Beznosov said. Analysis also ...
MoRTH issues draft notification to exempt battery operated vehicles from paying registration fees
In order to give a boost to battery-operated or electric vehicles in the country, the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways on Wednesday initiated steps for providing differential registration fees under the Central Motor Vehicles Rules 1989.The amendment proposes to exempt battery-operated vehicles fees for issue or renewal of registration certificate and assignment of the new registration mark, an official statement said.This means that electric vehicles would be exempted from such registration charges. The exemption will apply to all categories of vehicles, including two-wheelers, three-wheelers and four-wheelers.The Centre has been batting for electric vehicles as it will help in reducing India's dependence on oil imports, combating air pollution and will generate employment.
Vedantu launches Wave, India's first online live interactive learning platform
Live interactive online tutoring company Vedantu has launched a new platform called Wave, touted as India's first online live interactive learning platform.The official press release explains that Wave platform is based on artificial intelligence and machine learning technology to offer personalised teaching and learning for each child.Some of the features include live quizzes, an interactive learning experience, multiple teacher assistants, and insights on child engagement. The platform captures every click and interaction, including facial emotions for deep learning patterns of each individual student.
Asus launches smartphone with flip camera
Taiwanese tech major Asus Wednesday launched its latest smartphone 6z featuring a flip camera in India, priced Rs 31,999 onwards. The device features 6.4-inch notchless display, up to 8GB RAM and 5,000mAh battery. To be available in three variants, the 6Z will start retailing from June 26. "This flagship smartphone has a motorised 180-degree flip-up module that allows the 48MP main camera and 13MP ultrawide camera to be used in front, rear or free angles (within 180-degrees)... The 6z is the ultimate illustration of our passion and persistence for innovation and technology," Asus India Head Mobile Business Dinesh Sharma told reporters here.
Google Chrome 75 adds protection from deceptive sites
To prevent users from falling prey to websites which look genuine but are instead a trap for malicious activities, Google Chrome has announced two new features for enhanced security.With Chrome 75, Suspicious Site Reporter Extension is one of the two features to help safeguard user security. The extension makes it easier for users to report suspicious sites to Google Safe Browsing.The second security feature comes in the form of a warning to protect users from sites with deceptive URLs. It compares the URL of the page you're on currently to URLs of pages you've recently visited and highlights if the site you are accessing looks similar but is not safe.
Rian's new translation platform powered by Artificial Intelligence (AI)
Youth are moving away from the Indian regional languages as there are not enough opportunities for them in their local languages.A key reason is that the latest information and innovation is available in English but doesn't get translated in local languages due to high translation cost. Rian has created a solution that dramatically reduces the cost of translation while making it very simple and fast to address this problem. The platform also creates job opportunities in local languages.Rikaian Technology Pvt Ltd is a Pune based company, which innovated Rian as a means to create jobs by simplifying the end-to-end translation process. Rian is an AI-powered platform that speeds up the translation process by automatically translating the body of the text, leaving only refinements to be completed with the high-quality human review.Anandsagar Shiralkar, the founder of Rian and head of Rikaian Technology, is a Pune resident who set out to develop the tools to help both globalization and ...
TCS Retains Position as America's Most Community-Minded IT Co.
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Microsoft to stop updates for Windows 7 from Jan next
Microsoft on Wednesday said its Windows 7 operating system will not get security and technical updates from January 14, 2020, onwards and users should shift to its latest software. Microsoft also said that it is working with computer manufacturing companies like Dell and HP for making devices available at affordable prices and also working on options to roll out buyback or exchange offers. "Support for Windows 7 will close on January 14, 2020. This means that after this, the operating system will not get security and technical updates. So, the risk of using the computer devices running on it will increase," Group Director of Microsoft India Farhana Haque said at a press conference. The consumers should buy Windows 10 based PC, laptop or tablet in such a situation, which are more secure with updated features, she added. Citing a report of TechAisle, Haque said in India, micro and small medium enterprises spend an average of Rs 93,500 to maintain a computer which is over four-year-old, .
Postman raises $50 mn from CRV, Nexus Venture Partners
Postman, a collaboration platform for API development, Wednesday said it has raised USD 50 million (about Rs 348 crore) in a funding round led by CRV, which also involved participation of Nexus Venture Partners. Post the series B financing round, CRV General Partner Devdutt Yellurkar has joined Postman's board of directors, a statement said. The company plans to use the new funding to accelerate its product roadmap and increase customer support throughout the Postman community, it said. API or application programming interface is a set of functions and procedures for building software. "APIs are the building blocks of effective software - so while software might be eating the world, we know that APIs are eating software. Innovation in APIs will drive the future of software development, and this funding will further accelerate Postman's growth in the API ecosystem," Postman CEO and co-founder Abhinav Asthana said. Founded in 2014, Postman serves more than seven million users and helps .
