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Facebook’s Libra co-creator: Social, financial data will remain separate
Facebook planned for regulatory pushback and competition from other crypto wallets, which is what has emerged.
Cortana can now read emails out loud in Outlook for iOS
The AI-powered voice assistant will also help schedule meetings, as Microsoft continues to reposition Cortana as a powerful enterprise assistant.
Apple's ex-wireless lead plots a solid state future for electronics
Apple’s former 5G chief, Ruben Caballero, is working to solve one of the oldest problems in the consumer electronics business.
Cryptocurrencies backed by cash could elude new regs
Stablecoins can include features that are typical of regulated securities, meaning they might be able to avoid new government oversight.
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What is a botnet? When IoT devices attack
Most consumers don't consider security when purchasing IoT devices. Yet botnet attacks can be devastating, impacting large portions of the internet. Learn how to prevent botnets in this video.
Earn your IoT security certification
Insider Pro is teaming up with CertNexus to offer subscribers access to an online course that leads to a Certified IoT Security Practitioner (CIoTSP) certification.
IBM, Intel, J.P. Morgan and Microsoft join others on new blockchain token spec
A business consortium led by the Enterprise Ethereum Alliance said their new blockchain-based token specification can create regulatory compliant digital currency for use in any number of scenarios.
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Technology that scares us | TECH(talk)
Drones, self-driving vehicles and intrusive tech devices have our otherwise fearless hosts on edge. Watch as IDG TECH(talk) hosts Ken Mingis and Juliet Beauchamp, plus Macworld’s Michael Simon discuss why that tech scares them and...
In 2020, businesses likely to shift blockchain focus to integration, interoperability
As the hype around blockchain cools and enterprises continue to cut their tech teeth on the distributed ledger, non-technical challenges and interoperability hurdles are emerging.
30 time-saving tricks to try with the new Google Assistant
Google's revamped Assistant can do some really useful stuff — if you know what to ask.
12 blockchain-related jobs to consider in 2020
Blockchain skills are increasingly being sought after for jobs connected to legacy IT systems.
Why you need an Apple Watch at work
Can an Apple Watch keep you healthier at work? I think so...
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What does Libra mean for the future of cryptocurrency?
Amid concern from regulators and Libra Association members alike, Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg testified to Congress about plans for his company's planned digital currency, Libra. He revealed Libra will not roll out until U.S....
Facebook won't launch cryptocurrency until U.S. regulators approve
Growing pressure from regulators prompted Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg to say his company will not back a global financial network based on a cryptocurrency without government okay.
HTC launches a cheaper blockchain phone
HTC is now selling the Exodus 1s, a blockchain-enabled smartphone that can natively store Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies and costs less than half the price of its predecessor.
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Will cryptocurrency ever become mainstream?
Seven huge companies have bowed out of the association in charge of overseeing Facebook’s new cryptocurrency, Libra. While it doesn’t bode well for the cryptocurrency’s rollout, it doesn’t mean all hope is lost. Juliet discusses if,...
Apple in India: What about the smart car revolution?
Apple will (eventually) introduce its take on semi-autonomous vehicles and India will emerge as one of the biggest markets for such vehicles.
