On April 2018, the US Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) was forced to ground all domestic US flights as a result of a widespread nationwide outage of its flight systems. The chaotic day of cancelled flights, frustrated passengers, and delayed flights had a single, disappointing cause: an antiquated technology system and a damaged database file. The… Continue reading FAA outage that grounded flights blamed on old tech and damaged database file
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An aviation expert explains how the FAA’s critical NOTAM safety system works
Notices to Airmen, or NOTAMS for short, are a critical system for aviation safety as used by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). As an aviation expert, I would like to explain the details of this important system, from definition to its intended purpose, and how it affects air travel today. A NOTAM is a notice… Continue reading An aviation expert explains how the FAA’s critical NOTAM safety system works
Meta Releases New Government-Backed Ad Delivery System After Housing Discrimination Lawsuit
In a historic move, a new government-backed ad delivery system has been launched by Meta in order to protect against housing discrimination and promote fair advertising practices. The decision to release the new system follows a recent housing discrimination lawsuit, which ruled in favor of the plaintiffs and stated that the company was involved in… Continue reading Meta Releases New Government-Backed Ad Delivery System After Housing Discrimination Lawsuit
Go read this story about a mood decoder developed by neuroscientists that can measure depression
As reported by Wired, neuroscientists have developed a revolutionary device that can accurately measure feelings of depression in a person with 84% accuracy. Dubbed the “Mood Decoding System,” the device uses a combination of EEG (electroencephalogram), facial recognition, and eye tracking technology to measure the user’s emotional state. The system works by first tracking the… Continue reading Go read this story about a mood decoder developed by neuroscientists that can measure depression
Compromised dispatch system helped move taxis to front of the line
Taxis are a key source of transportation in many cities, with an estimated 13 million rides per day in the United States alone. But even in peak hours, these cabs often have to wait in line behind other vehicles to pick up a customer. That was until a compromised taxi system emerged that helped taxis… Continue reading Compromised dispatch system helped move taxis to front of the line
Backed Electrolux
Innovation and technology are key components when it comes to creating smarter, healthier homes. Recently, a French startup called Mila has found exciting success. Backed by Swedish consumer appliances giant Electrolux, this company recently secured $52 million in external funding and is valued at around $600 million. Mila has built an ambitious project: creating a… Continue reading Backed Electrolux
Critical Windows code-execution vulnerability went undetected until now
A critical Windows code-execution vulnerability has been discovered in the past few days, announced by Microsoft in a blog post. The vulnerability affects all versions of the Windows operating system and goes unnoticed due to its nature. The vulnerability affects Windows’ “CreateProcessA” API, which is used by Windows to launch programs and other executable files.… Continue reading Critical Windows code-execution vulnerability went undetected until now
Tesla’s in-car navigation will get friendlier to non-Superchargers
Good news for Tesla drivers – the navigation system inside the car is set to become much more user-friendly when it comes to finding the chargers you need to keep your ride running. Tesla’s navigation system has come under fire in the past due to its lack of compatibility with non-Tesla Supercharger locations, meaning drivers… Continue reading Tesla’s in-car navigation will get friendlier to non-Superchargers
Anker’s Eufy breaks its silence on security cam security
In light of recent security camera hacking incidents, Anker’s Eufy has issued a statement on the security of their products. In recent months, numerous major security camera brands have fallen victim to security breaches. These incidents have sparked a wave of concern over the safety of connected home systems and associated devices. Following the incidents,… Continue reading Anker’s Eufy breaks its silence on security cam security
The Avatar-themed concept car is barely driveable but looks like a futuristic fever dream
Futuristic cars are always a source of excitement and wonder. Designers are always pushing the boundaries of what’s possible, but the recent Avatar-themed concept car by Panasonic just might take the cake. The breathtaking exterior design is a clear nod to the classic science fiction film, with its smooth lines and shiny accents. It has… Continue reading The Avatar-themed concept car is barely driveable but looks like a futuristic fever dream