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Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas
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With a background in media, JP is the definition of a tech nerd. After a stint as a journo, he's moved on to marketing but in his spare time, he still loves deep-diving into the best of tech, games, and films. You can chat to JP about anything from the latest console releases to supercomputer teraFLOPs and he'll be sure to have an opinion.

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Volvo

Volvo Cars and Trucks share live vehicle data, creepy or efficient?

Tue, 8th May 2018
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cartech
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volvo
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automotive
Volvo Cars and Volvo Trucks will share live hazard data to enhance road safety, raising questions about whether this advance is efficient or invasive.
Infotainbment

Volvo to embed Google in next-gen infotainment system

Tue, 8th May 2018
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cartech
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google
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volvo
Volvo announced it is working with Google to embed Google Assistant, Google Play Store, Google Maps and other Google services.
Havel

HAVAL reveals a new plug-in hybrid car

Mon, 7th May 2018
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cartech
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self-driving cars
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evs
HAVAL unveils the P8, its first plug-in hybrid, set to debut at Auto China 2018 under the luxury brand WEY, promising 250kW output and impressive features.
Ai google

Google reveals how you're using AI in your daily life

Mon, 7th May 2018
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ai
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cybersecurity
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google
Google unveils 13 surprising ways AI is integrated into daily life, from Google Photos to Maps, showcasing AI's pervasive role in enhancing user experiences.
Lenovo vr

Everything you need to know about the Mirage Solo

Mon, 7th May 2018
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ar, vr & metaverse
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lenovo
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ar
The Mirage Solo offers an all-in-one VR experience without needing a smartphone, PC, or external sensors, promising immersive gameplay and ease of use.
Intel vr

Intel and the Smithsonian Museum power education through VR

Mon, 7th May 2018
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ar, vr & metaverse
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intel
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ar
Together, they aim to transform the future of education and the museum experience by digitising and providing broader 3D access to all collections.
Sec 2

Prevention better than cure, strategies to mitigate cybersecurity incidents

Mon, 7th May 2018
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encryption
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crypto
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blockchain
With Bitcoin as payment, the ease of encryption technology and the open access to malware, everything has become simpler for malicious actors.
Dell emc

Dell Technologies updates VDI Complete Solutions

Fri, 4th May 2018
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network infrastructure
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dell wyse
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dell technologies
Dell's new Wyse 5070 thin client optimises VDI with 1600+ configurations & True 4K tech, bolstering enterprise IT.
Sw 2

Three classic Star Wars games to play right now

Fri, 4th May 2018
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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star wars
Celebrate May the 4th with a nostalgic dive into three classic Star Wars games: Jedi Academy, KOTOR, and Battlefront II.
Coding

ServiceNow acquires Parlo, AI workforce solution

Fri, 4th May 2018
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ai
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servicenow
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parlo
ServiceNow to acquire AI workforce solution Parlo in an all-cash deal. Parlo's NLU tech to be integrated into the Now Platform, enhancing work interactions.
Itb 1

A new AI-powered routing engine creates predictive customer experiences

Fri, 4th May 2018
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uc
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cx
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martech
Genesys unveils its AI-driven Predictive Routing engine at CX18, promising enhanced customer experiences, higher efficiency, and reduced costs for businesses.
Internet kid

Parental Police: Why being 'bad cop' isn't shielding kids from online threats

Thu, 3rd May 2018
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uc
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cybersecurity
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kids
Being the 'bad cop' by limiting online time isn't enough to shield kids from online threats. Education and active supervision are key, experts say.
Xero

Girl power: Championing women in tech

Thu, 3rd May 2018
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fintech
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financial systems
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xero
Looking forward it's essential that the tech sector continues to champion women and encourage them to get involved.
Password

Five reasons to kill off passwords as we know them

Thu, 3rd May 2018
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cybersecurity
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hackers
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passwords
Centrify urges the end of passwords, citing their ineffectiveness and the rise of smarter security measures like two-factor authentication and biometrics.
Red

Remember the RED holophone? Unsurprisingly the launch is delayed

Thu, 3rd May 2018
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supply chain
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phone
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future tech
RED's HYDROGEN holophone launch is delayed again, with improvements in 4V shooting and carrier certification cited as key reasons for the postponement.
Ford

Ford's new window can help the visually impaired “see” the road

Wed, 2nd May 2018
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cartech
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ford
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automotive
Feel The View takes pictures that are turned into high-contrast monochrome images, these are then reproduced on the glass using special LEDs.
Facebook date

Facebook debuts their take on the dating app

Wed, 2nd May 2018
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facebook
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online dating
Facebook launches Facebook Dating at F8, promising to foster long-term relationships mirroring real-life connections without disrupting existing profiles.
Intel drone 2

There is more to Intel's new drone than meets the eye

Wed, 2nd May 2018
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drones
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intel
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secuirity
Intel Mission Control Software is the next generation of flight planning, project management and data handling for the Intel Falcon 8+ drone.
Fallback

Why manufacturers need to ensure that they invest in the right business technology

Mon, 30th Apr 2018
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manufacturing
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epicor
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future of business
Positioning yourself for growth means looking to the future and gaining efficiencies through new technologies.
Yeti

Hands-on Review: Roar like a Yeti with this amazing 'amateur' microphone

Mon, 30th Apr 2018
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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digital music
Recently I had the opportunity to try out Blue's Yeti Blackout microphone, and for the most part, I was really excited.