April 29, 2025 • By Julian Horsey

The MS-A2 mini PC stands out in the market due to its impressive specifications and versatility. It features an AMD Ryzen 9 9955HX processor with 16 cores, 32 threads, and a boost clock of up to 5.4 GHz, making it suitable for multitasking, gaming, and professional workloads. The integrated Radeon 610M graphics provide additional versatility for light graphical tasks. The MS-A2 also offers a highly customizable memory and storage setup, as well as GPU expandability through a PCIe x16 slot and support for external GPUs (eGPUs). Its advanced cooling system ensures optimal performance under heavy workloads, and it delivers impressive results in industry-standard benchmarks. The MS-A2 is designed for users who require high performance in a compact form factor, making it suitable for gamers, professionals, and content creators.

April 29, 2025 • By Luke Dormehl

On April 29, 2010, Apple CEO Steve Jobs published an open letter, "Thoughts on Flash," explaining why Apple's iOS devices would not support Adobe Flash. Jobs cited several reasons, including Flash's poor battery life, security issues, and incompatibility with touch devices. He argued that HTML5, CSS, and JavaScript were better alternatives for web development. Adobe CEO Shantanu Narayen responded, disputing Jobs' claims, but the damage was done. The letter marked the beginning of the end for Flash, and in 2017, Adobe announced plans to eliminate Flash by 2020. Flash was finally discontinued in January 2021. Jobs' letter was seen as a turning point in the demise of Flash and a push towards more open web standards.

April 29, 2025 • By M Thorne

The article reviews the eufyMake E1, a UV printing system that allows for direct printing on flat, solid surfaces. The author compares it to other printing technologies, such as inkjet and laser printing, and notes that UV printing is a newer technology that enables printing on a wide range of materials, including wood, canvas, and metal. The eufyMake E1 is a compact and well-designed printer that uses a combination of inkjet and UV technology to produce high-quality prints. It has a number of features, including a camera and laser system for precise alignment, and a range of print beds and accessories. The author notes that the printer is easy to use and maintain, and that the cost of operation is relatively low, making it suitable for professional users. However, the cost of the ink kit is high, at $299, and the system is not priced for hobbyists. Overall, the author is impressed with the eufyMake E1 and its capabilities, and notes that it is an excellent option for professional users looking to produce innovative products with original artwork and high-resolution photography.

April 29, 2025 • By Kristine Parks

A 19-year-old Asian-American student, Stanley Zhong, is taking civil action against several top universities, including the University of California, University of Washington, University of Michigan, and Cornell University. Zhong, who was hired by Google for a PhD-level position at 19, claims that these universities engage in "racially discriminatory admissions practices" that disadvantage highly qualified Asian-American applicants. Despite his exceptional academic achievements, including a 4.42 weighted GPA and 1590 SAT score, Zhong was rejected by 16 colleges. His lawsuit alleges that the universities' admissions practices violate the Fourteenth Amendment and Title VI of the Civil Rights Act. The universities have responded, with the University of California stating that it intends to "vigorously defend" its admission practices, and the University of Washington standing behind its admissions process. The case comes after a landmark Supreme Court ruling in June 2023, which declared that race-based admissions practices are unconstitutional. Zhong's father, Nan, says they are prepared to take the case to the Supreme Court to fight for fairness and transparency in college admissions practices.

April 29, 2025 • By Humza Akhtar

Companies worldwide are investing in AI agents to enhance business workflows. A recent survey showed that 51% of professionals have deployed AI agents, with 60% using them for research and summarization tasks. However, implementing AI agents in industrial environments like manufacturing poses challenges, such as integrating with legacy IT systems and ensuring governance and security. To address these challenges, XMPro has partnered with MongoDB to offer APEX AI, a low-code control room for creating and managing advanced AI agents. APEX AI, combined with MongoDB Atlas and MongoDB Atlas Vector Search, provides a solution for building AI agents in industrial environments. The integration enables real-time data acquisition, contextualization, and advanced analytics, transforming raw data into actionable insights. Key benefits of the partnership include: * Flexible data storage and scalability * Continuous monitoring and analysis * High availability and system resilience * Reduced LLM latency and improved response times * Enhanced security and governance The combination of XMPro APEX AI and MongoDB Atlas enables organizations to deploy robust, intelligent, and autonomous industrial AI agents at scale, paving the way for a new era of industrial automation.

April 29, 2025 • By bruno.vunderl@qt.io (Bruno Vunderl)

The Qt Company has released Qt for Android Automotive 6.9, building upon Qt 6.9. This non-LTS release brings several features and bug fixes, including support for Android Automotive OS 14, improved 3D graph rendering, and enhanced input handling in 2D charts. Qt 6.9 also introduces performance improvements, such as support for multi-core CPUs and hardware-accelerated rendering. Additionally, Qt Quick 3D now supports Order Independent Transparency, allowing for more accurate rendering of transparent objects. The release is available for download, and users can try Qt 6.9 in their browser without installation.

April 29, 2025 • By Maria Thomson

The 2025 Microsoft Security Excellence Awards recognized individuals and organizations for their contributions to cybersecurity. The awards, presented in San Francisco, honored partners who have demonstrated technical excellence and a commitment to strengthening security. Categories included security trailblazer, data security and compliance, identity trailblazer, endpoint management, and security customer champion. Winners were chosen by votes from Microsoft and Microsoft Intelligent Security Association (MISA) members. The awards celebrate the power of collaboration in the fight against cyberthreats and recognize the critical role partners play in cybersecurity. Microsoft executives presented the awards, which included Security ISV of the Year and Security MSSP of the Year. The company is committed to making the world a safer place through its leadership in cybersecurity.

April 29, 2025 • By Bernardo Caldas

A recent study by Forrester Consulting, commissioned by Microsoft, found that adaptability is key to business success in today's complex and rapidly changing environment. The study surveyed over 600 cloud and edge decision-makers and revealed that leaders are increasingly unifying cloud and edge technologies to enable adaptability. The top business priorities for the next two years include enhancing customer experience, increasing operational resilience, and strengthening data privacy. However, operational reality has not caught up with business needs, with top blockers including fragmented operations and lack of integration between cloud and edge environments. To address these challenges, the study recommends four key strategies: 1. Break down silos and ensure alignment between cloud and edge priorities. 2. Run AI where it works best, whether at the edge or in the cloud. 3. Design for security and scalability, integrating these considerations across all environments. 4. Extend cloud-native development patterns and technologies to the edge. By implementing these strategies, organizations can unlock performance gains, improve customer experiences, and increase operational resilience. The study found that 65% of respondents plan to merge their edge and cloud environments in the next 12 months, and 84% value a solution that helps consolidate edge and cloud operations. Microsoft's Azure platform is well-positioned to support these efforts, with its adaptive cloud approach and cloud-native development patterns.

April 29, 2025 • By Wearable Devices Ltd.

Wearable Devices Ltd. has entered a warrant inducement agreement with an existing institutional investor. The investor will immediately exercise warrants to purchase up to 830,500 ordinary shares at a reduced price of $1.45 per share, resulting in approximately $1.2 million in gross proceeds. In return, the investor will receive new warrants to purchase up to 1,661,000 ordinary shares in a private placement. The company plans to use the net proceeds for working capital and general corporate purposes. The transaction is expected to close on or about April 30, 2025, subject to customary closing conditions. Wearable Devices Ltd. is a pioneer in AI-based wearable gesture control technology, revolutionizing human-computer interaction with its innovative products.

April 29, 2025 • By TelecomTV Staff

Amazon has launched its first 27 Project Kuiper low-earth orbit satellites, marking a new chapter in the global broadband services sector. However, the launch is seen as late, and Amazon faces significant competition from Elon Musk's Starlink, which has over 8,000 satellites in orbit and 5 million users across 125 countries. Amazon aims to launch five more Kuiper missions by the end of the year but faces a deadline to have half its constellation in place by mid-summer 2026. In other news, Qualcomm has been given two more weeks to decide on a takeover bid for UK chip designer Alphawave IP Group. Citi analysts are downbeat on BT's share price prospects due to competitive pressure in the UK fiber broadband sector. BT's share price has climbed over 60% in the past year, but Citi warns of potential disappointment over the medium term. Arqit has partnered with Intel to develop a confidential computing solution that protects cloud data and encryption keys. The solution uses Arqit's NetworkSecure and Intel's Trust Domain Extensions to create a secure environment for data processing. AtNorth will provide Nokia with a multi-megawatt cloud infrastructure deployment at its FIN02 datacentre site in Finland as part of a 12-year deal.

April 29, 2025 • By AssureSoft

AssureSoft, a nearshore software outsourcing company, has opened a new development center in Santa Cruz, Bolivia. This investment reflects the company's sustainable growth and responds to the evolving needs of businesses. The Software Outsourcing Market is estimated to reach $897.9 billion by 2031, with a CAGR of 5.49% from 2024 to 2031. AssureSoft's new center is located in the iconic Green Tower and will tap into the region's tech talent pool, delivering world-class solutions for clients. The company has maintained a 35% annual growth rate over the past five years and plans to hire over 200 developers in the next two years. AssureSoft is committed to upholding high standards of quality and information security, with ISO 27001:2022 certification.

April 29, 2025 • By Precedence Research

The global life science analytics market size was valued at $11,040 million in 2024 and is expected to reach $24,960 million by 2034, growing at a CAGR of 8.5% from 2025 to 2034. The market growth is driven by technological advancements, increased use of analytics in the life science industry, and demand for personalized medicines. North America held the largest share of the market in 2024, while the Asia Pacific region is projected to be the fastest-growing market from 2025 to 2034. The descriptive analytics segment dominated the market in 2024, while the predictive analytics segment is expected to gain a significant share over the forecast period. Key players in the market include pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies, with the medical device companies segment expected to experience the fastest growth rate.

April 29, 2025 • By Dovre Group Oyj

Dovre Group Plc's Annual General Meeting was held on April 29, 2025. The meeting adopted the financial statements for 2024, discharged the Board of Directors and CEO from liability, and made several decisions. Key decisions include: - No dividend payment for 2024 - Approval of the remuneration report for 2024 - The Board of Directors will consist of three members: Svein Stavelin, Ilari Koskelo, and new member Aaron Michelin - Remuneration for Board members: EUR 35,000 for the chairman, EUR 30,000 for the vice chairman, and EUR 25,000 for other members - BDO Oy was elected as the Company's auditor and sustainability reporting assurer - The Board of Directors was authorized to repurchase up to 10,100,000 of the Company's own shares (approximately 9.5% of total shares) and to issue new shares and special rights entitling to shares. The meeting minutes will be available on the Company's website within 14 days. After the meeting, Svein Stavelin was elected Chairman of the Board and Ilari Koskelo Vice Chairman.

April 29, 2025 • By Chance Miller

A new version of Parallels Desktop, 20.3.0, has been released with several key enhancements for Mac users. The update includes support for macOS OBS virtual cameras, allowing users to select their OBS feed in Windows apps for more control over livestreams. It also adds USB device support for macOS virtual machines on Apple Silicon Macs, enabling security professionals, developers, and testers to work with external devices. Additionally, the update introduces Touch ID authentication for Parallels Desktop installation and management, making it more convenient. Other improvements include enhancements to x86_64 emulation, ensuring full compatibility with M4 chips and allowing more users to run legacy x86_64 apps on the latest Apple hardware. The update also brings better Mac integration for the Dragon Medical One app. These changes aim to provide a more seamless and efficient experience for Mac users emulating Windows.

April 29, 2025 • By AstuteAnalytica India Pvt. Ltd.

The global microgrid market is expected to grow from $40.08 billion in 2024 to $191.01 billion by 2033, at a CAGR of 19.28%. This growth is driven by the demand for resilient and decarbonized energy systems, with solar-wind-storage hybrids dominating deployments. Regulatory bodies are prioritizing dynamic adaptations, and modular microgrids are enabling rapid electrification in remote areas. However, supply chain bottlenecks and cybersecurity concerns persist. The market is also seeing the emergence of Energy-as-a-Service (EaaS) models, which are disrupting traditional ownership structures. Interoperability standards are unlocking multi-grid collaboration and trading, with standardized protocols enabling real-time energy markets between microgrids. Key players in the market include manufacturers, microgrid developers, and power companies. The market is segmented by connectivity, type, business model, power source, energy storage, end-user, and region.

April 29, 2025 • By Andrew Romero

A report from SammyGuru suggests that Samsung's One UI 8 may introduce a new Galaxy AI tool that can summarize videos for users. The AI summary tool works by analyzing visuals and speech in a video, providing an explanation and key points. It also offers "copy" and "translate" buttons for productivity. The feature has been tested and seems to work well, offering accurate information. However, it's still an experimental feature and may not be released until One UI 8, which could be a while away. Google is also working on a similar feature, Gemini Live, which uses screen sharing.

April 29, 2025 • By Pepe Escobar

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