How Cybercriminals Are Weaponizing Sound Waves

Cybercriminals are weaponizing sound to launch, support, or drive sophisticated cyberattacks. Many are entirely imperceptible to humans, making them challenging to anticipate and detect. How can the average person defend themselves against these attacks? Why Attackers Are Weaponizing Sound Waves Bad actors can play malicious audio files or hijack a device’s speaker in various ways … Read more

The Noonification: Clear and Honest: The Benefits of Transparent Pricing in SaaS (8/6/2024)

How are you, hacker? đŸȘWhat’s happening in tech this week: The Noonification by HackerNoon has got you covered with fresh content from our top 5 stories of the day, every day at noon your local time! Set email preference here. ## We Need to Go Beyond Tokens to Unlock Blockchain’s Financial Revolution, Says Cosmos’ Ethan … Read more

We Need to Go Beyond Tokens to Unlock Blockchain’s Financial Revolution, Says Cosmos’ Ethan Buchman

At EthCC, amid the buzz of new token launches, I had the chance to sit down with Ethan Buchman, co-founder of Cosmos and CEO of Informal Systems. A key proponent of collaborative finance (CoFi), Ethan offers a refreshing perspective on using blockchain to create sustainable and inclusive financial systems. His latest project, Cycles, aims to … Read more

Flighty’s popular flight-tracking app can now predict delays using machine learning

Popular flight tracking app Flighty is releasing a new version on Tuesday that uses machine learning and aviation authority data to provide early warnings of delays and give users the exact reason behind delays.  With the launch of Flight 4.0, the app tracks the two biggest causes of delays—late aircraft and airspace issues—to inform users … Read more

Microsoft says Delta ignored Satya Nadella’s offer of CrowdStrike help

Image: The Verge Microsoft has responded to Delta Air Lines’ criticism of Windows and CrowdStrike after the giant IT outage last month. Delta CEO Ed Bastian wants compensation from both CrowdStrike and Microsoft for the estimated $500 million Delta lost due to the outage. Now, Microsoft says Delta refused its free help on multiple occasions … Read more

Use Amazon Bedrock to generate, evaluate, and understand code in your software development pipeline

Generative artificial intelligence (AI) models have opened up new possibilities for automating and enhancing software development workflows. Specifically, the emergent capability for generative models to produce code based on natural language prompts has opened many doors to how developers and DevOps professionals approach their work and improve their efficiency. In this post, we provide an … Read more

Google is discontinuing the Chromecast line

Photo by Chris Welch / The Verge Google is done making Chromecasts. In a post on Tuesday, Google says it’s “ending production of Chromecast” after over a decade of selling the streaming dongles. Even though Chromecast devices will now be available “while supplies last,” Google says it will continue to push software and security updates … Read more

Enhance your startup’s success with the ScaleUp Program at TechCrunch Disrupt 2024

Are you a Series A to B startup looking to make a significant impact in the tech world? The ScaleUp Startups Exhibitor Program at TechCrunch Disrupt 2024 is your gateway to success. This program is designed to catapult your startup into the spotlight, connecting you with industry leaders, investors, and potential partners. Benefits of joining … Read more

Inference AudioCraft MusicGen models using Amazon SageMaker

Music generation models have emerged as powerful tools that transform natural language text into musical compositions. Originating from advancements in artificial intelligence (AI) and deep learning, these models are designed to understand and translate descriptive text into coherent, aesthetically pleasing music. Their ability to democratize music production allows individuals without formal training to create high-quality … Read more