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Google uses machine learning to deliver high-quality images using less data

By Duncan Riley Jan 16, 2017

Google Inc. has rolled out a new imaging technique that cuts down on bandwidth required to view an image by 75 percent. For now, the technique, called Rapid and Accurate Image Super Resolution, or RAISR…

Emerging Tech

Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg to testify Tuesday in $2B lawsuit against Oculus VR

By Eric David Jan 16, 2017

Facebook Inc. Chief Executive Mark Zuckerberg will testify in a Dallas courtroom Tuesday for a lawsuit that could determine whether or not the technology behind the Oculus Rift virtual reality headset had been stolen.…

Emerging Tech

Seven European banks build blockchain for international transactions

By Maria Deutscher Jan 16, 2017

Besides storing medical data and handling stock transactions, blockchain technology may soon support international business deals if a group of European banks have their way. HSBC Bank plc, Deutsche Bank AG and the five other…

Apps

AI-based fraud detection startup Fraugster lands $5M in funding

By Maria Deutscher Jan 16, 2017

Besides the constant threat of hacking, companies in industries such as banking and e-commerce also need to fend off scammers who are employing increasingly sophisticated methods to avoid detection. Germany’s Fraugster Ltd. argues that…

Big Data

A new battle cry in cybersecurity: real and artificial intelligence commanders | #GuestOfTheWeek

By Marlene Den Bleyker Jan 16, 2017

Cyberattacks are on the rise, and the attack surface is expanding. According to a recent report by security geek Derek Manky, the increase of online devices and digital tools, along with the need for accountability…

Apps

Facebook will crack down on fake news in Germany ahead of election

By James Farrell Jan 16, 2017

Facebook Inc. said Sunday that it will filter fake news stories in Germany in coming weeks, following reports that some politicians in Germany are worried about the influence alleged disinformation might have on the…

Apps

Gallows humor? No, Russian company’s Uber-for-funerals app is real

By Duncan Riley Jan 16, 2017

In a twist on the Uber-for-everything trend, a company in Russia is launching a service that allows users to organize a funeral via a smartphone app. Called Umer, apparently the Russian word for “he’s…

Emerging Tech

India’s central bank successfully tests blockchain transactions with financial institutions

By Duncan Riley Jan 16, 2017

Blockchain-based distributed ledgers may soon power the future of banking in India after the research arm of the country’s central bank successfully tested the platform across a range of financial institutions. The Reserve Bank of India’s…

Big Data

Hortonworks hires Raj Verma as its new president and sales chief

By Mike Wheatley Jan 15, 2017

Hortonworks Inc. is refreshing its sales team with the appointment of industry veteran Rajnish Verma as its new president and chief operating officer. The new president, who was previously COO of enterprise software company…

Emerging Tech

Concerned about security, Commerce Department urges creation of IoT strategy

By Mike Wheatley Jan 15, 2017

The United States government needs to formulate a national strategy for the Internet of Things to guide global standards and determine the best use of radio spectrum and other infrastructure assets. That’s the chief…

all stories

Google uses machine learning to deliver high-quality images using less data

Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg to testify Tuesday in $2B lawsuit against Oculus VR

Seven European banks build blockchain for international transactions

AI-based fraud detection startup Fraugster lands $5M in funding

A new battle cry in cybersecurity: real and artificial intelligence commanders | #GuestOfTheWeek

Facebook will crack down on fake news in Germany ahead of election

Gallows humor? No, Russian company’s Uber-for-funerals app is real

India’s central bank successfully tests blockchain transactions with financial institutions

Hortonworks hires Raj Verma as its new president and sales chief

Concerned about security, Commerce Department urges creation of IoT strategy

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