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Researchers find that Android apps can secretly track users' whereabouts

Three years ago, the Federal Trade Commission dimmed hopes for the Brightest Flashlight app for Android, slapping its developer with charges of consumer deception. Why? The app was transmitting users' locations and device IDs to third parties without telling the users or getting their permission.

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In right balance, environmental regulations increased firms' profits, new study finds

CEOs and corporate lobbyists often spend plenty of time decrying how potential government regulations will affect their bottom line, but a new University of Kansas study finds that the U.S. Clean Water Act, when implemented in the right balance, improves firms' profitability.

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  • Mathematics & Economics

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Stanford scientists combine satellite data and machine learning to map poverty

One of the biggest challenges in providing relief to people living in poverty is locating them. The availability of accurate and reliable information on the location of impoverished zones is surprisingly lacking for much of the world, particularly on the African continent. Aid groups and other international organizations often fill in the gaps with door-to-door surveys, but these can be expensive and time-consuming to conduct.

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Researchers find vulnerabilities in iPhone, iPad operating system

An international team of computer science researchers has identified serious security vulnerabilities in the iOS - the operating system used in Apple's iPhone and iPad devices. The vulnerabilities make a variety of attacks possible.

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Beat the stock market by satisfying customers

Satisfy your customers and win in the stock market, says a new study by a team of researchers from Michigan's University Research Corridor, who found positive stock returns on customer satisfaction far out-distance competitive market measures that have been in play for more than half a century.

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Team of robots learns to work together, without colliding

When roboticists create behaviors for teams of robots, they first build algorithms that focus on the intended task. Then they wrap safety behaviors around those primary algorithms to keep the machines from running into each other. Each robot is essentially given an invisible bubble that other robots must stay away from. As long as nothing touches the bubble, the robots move around without any issues. But that's where the problems begin.

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Generative AI biggest weapon and tool for cybersecurity: Microsoft's Brad Smith

Addressing cybersecurity attack concerns raised by generative AI, Smith said that there will be an increasing number of organisations and governments that will use the technology to develop cybersecurity threats.




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Cybersecurity firms CrowdStrike, Okta shares jump after better-than-expected earnings

CrowdStrike beat estimates when it reported late on Wednesday that its revenue jumped 37% to $731.6 million while adjusted net income more than doubled to $180 million in the second quarter on strong growth in subscriptions to its cloud-based data and identity protection services.




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What Google's antitrust trial means for your search habits

If Mehta rules that Google has been running an illegal monopoly in search, the punishment could open up new online avenues for consumers and businesses to explore in pursuit of information, entertainment and commerce.




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OpenAI's internal AI details stolen in 2023 breach: Reports

OpenAI executives informed both employees at an all-hands meeting in April last year and the company's board about the breach, according to the report, but executives decided not to share the news publicly as no information about customers or partners had been stolen.




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Global IT spending on banking, investment services to reach $652 billion in 2023: Gartner

Driven by the increased use of consulting services and infrastructure as a service (IaaS), IT services will be the largest spending category, forecast to reach almost $270 billion in 2023.




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Data enabling agility to changes in healthcare landscape: Preetam Biswas, Aditya Birla Health Insurance

Hospitals and healthcare systems utilize data to streamline their operations. Through predictive analytics, they can forecast patient admissions, optimize staff scheduling, and manage inventory efficiently. These data-driven insights enhance resource allocation and ensure that healthcare facilities are prepared for fluctuations in demand.




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How Flipkart leverages data analytics to create e-commerce strategies

In an interview with ETCIO, Ravi Vijayaraghavan, SVP & Chief Data & Analytics Officer, Flipkart shares how the homegrown e-commerce giant leverages data science to drive customer experience and seller profitability.




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Search startup Perplexity AI valued at $520 mln in funding from Bezos, Nvidia

The round was led by venture capital firm IVP and valued the company at about $520 million, according to the company. NEA, NVIDIA, Databricks, and Bessemer Venture Partners also participated in the round.




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Tier-2 IT firms upstage sector leaders in talent poaching

Midcap companies in India are shifting away from hiring large numbers of freshers in the technology services sector, focusing on experienced and readily deployable talent from larger rivals for niche and emerging technologies.




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India's strong growth leading to trend of 'reverse flipping' for startups

Commerce Secretary Sunil Barthwal stressed how India's growth rate is nearly double that of other emerging market economies. He was speaking at an event in Singapore organized by the commerce ministry to showcase various investment opportunities in India.




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Indian Public Cloud services market to reach $24.2 billion by 2028: IDC

The PCS market includes infrastructure-as-a-service (IaaS), platform-as-a-service (PaaS) and software-as-a-service (SaaS) solutions. Public Cloud adoption in India continued to rise as enterprises preferred public cloud services for their digital transformation initiatives, application modernization, and productivity enhancements.




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Microsoft & CISPE reach settlement on cloud licensing dispute, raising industry eyebrows

The deal reportedly totals around 20 million euros but excludes major players like Amazon Web Services (AWS) and Google Cloud Platform. This has drawn criticism from both the companies.




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The $7.5 billion GitHub deal that Microsoft CEO 'sealed' in 20 minutes

Microsoft's CEO Satya Nadella, since 2014, embraced cloud computing and doubled its market share. He quickly approved the $7.5 billion GitHub acquisition at a Suncadia Resort retreat in the Cascade Mountains. GitHub supports global developer collaboration with Microsoft's cloud infrastructure, establishing Microsoft’s No. 2 role behind Amazon in cloud computing, as reported by New York Times.




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106: Clear and Boring

Grey has a new office, Myke is working with balloons, and they are both finding ways to adjust.




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110: 2021 Yearly Themes

Grey might not be ready yet, Myke is relieved to have a project finished, and they both share their Yearly Themes for 2021.




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118: Season of Uncertainty

Grey has never been more wrong, Myke is wondering about his dream office, and they both consider how motivated they are.




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123: 2022 Yearly Themes

Grey is wondering about season breaks, Myke was feeling apprehensive, and they both share their Yearly Themes for 2022.




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136: 2023 Yearly Themes

Grey had an unexpected year, Myke has been making progress, and they both share their Yearly Themes for 2023.




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145: Problems Are Meant To Be Solved

Grey is in conflict with a thermostat, while Myke has finished his assignment on Mood Tracking. Myke discusses the challenge of juggling the workloads of two businesses, and your hosts take you behind the scenes of a Cortex Brand meeting, revealing their concerns about a significant bet they are about to undertake.




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150: 2024 Yearly Themes




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158: Is AI Still Doom? (Humans Need Not Apply – 10 Years Later)




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The health benefits of antioxidants and omega-3s

Our bodies constantly experience wear and tear. As a result, they produce substances called free radicals that attack healthy cells.




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The health benefits of vitamins and minerals

With daily schedules more hectic than ever and meals often becoming grab-and-go occasions, it can be challenging for people to get the vitamins and minerals they need.




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Keeping consumers heart healthy during the holidays

As a cardiologist, I am continuously telling my patients about the importance of heart health. While many people wait until the new year to focus on their health, the holiday season provides the perfect time for them to make a conscious effort to eat items that are heart healthy.




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Consumers look to high-quality foods to improve their health, wellness and energy level

About 25 years ago, most consumers and companies were primarily looking to solve baseline health-and-wellness conditions, or find new approaches to address them.




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Loving grains: consumers and heart health

In honor of National Heart Health Month in February, this month’s column has a focus on the known cardiovascular benefits associated with grain-based foods, both whole and enriched.




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Adding grain ingredients to create healthy snacks

A friend once told me that she wouldn’t be impressed by technology until she could download a snack. Although we are not quite at the level of the Jetsons, the snacking trend continues to grow.




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Crackers industry provides innovative, healthy options

When you think of crackers, what comes to mind? Your favorite brand? Your favorite topping? The saltines that your mother fed you with soup when you were sick as a child? Or perhaps that time your best friend crammed a dozen of them into their mouth and then tried to whistle?




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Will giving up bread help you lose weight?

Over the holiday, I was playing with two of my nieces when one asked the other an age-old question, "If you were trapped on a desert island, and you could only eat one thing for the rest of your life, what would it be?"




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Keeping healthy grains in focus during the holidays

It's that time of year, the most wonderful time of year. The time for family, friends and, of course, food. Thanksgiving has come and gone, and so have the leftovers. Now we're in the throes of the holiday season with more gatherings every weekend.




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Grain foods and healthy aging

Every new year, people make resolutions to break bad habits or start good ones. Generally, everyone is focused on self-improvement and wellness.




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2023 Snack Producer of the Year: Calbee America

The company’s ambitious growth plan focuses on building upon existing successes and new opportunities. 




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Eriez new and improved Xtreme Rare Earth+ Plate Magnets

Eriez has announced the release of two new, stronger plate magnets in its extensive line of magnetic separation equipment. 




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Eriez introduces Easy-to-Clean Round Spout Separators

Lower profile design enables easier installation and better performance.




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Fortress Technology releases updated pipeline metal detector

With optimized metal detection sensitivity and high hygiene standards, the updated detector protects productivity whilst providing consumers with safe, uncontaminated products.




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Antares Vision Group releases 'All-in-One' series of inspection solutions for food applications

New series provides single-machine in-line inspection and quality control through a broad array of combinable technologies.





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Kodiak releases CUBS line for kids

Kodiak’s latest launch, Kodiak CUBS, is making it easier for parents to fuel their little ones with a healthy breakfast.




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Papa Murphy's reveals winners of Bake Outside the Lines contest

Three winning contestants were chosen out of more than 7,000 entries from across the U.S. 




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Eggo releases Stranger Things Hawkins Homestyle Waffles

Eggo's Hawkins Homestyle flavor can now be found in a limited-edition Stranger Things-inspired carton at Walmart in the freezer aisle nationwide.




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Van's Gluten Free Original Waffles recalled due to potential presence of undeclared wheat allergen

The recall was initiated after it was discovered that wheat-containing product was distributed in packaging that did not reveal the presence of wheat.





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Post Consumer Brands releases Pebbles Waffles

Available in Fruity and Cocoa flavors, Pebbles Waffles are a fun, easy way for consumers to enjoy cereal in waffle form.




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Eastern Standard Provisions expands its retail reach across the U.S.

The producer, specializing in soft pretzels and waffles, now sells at 2,700+ stores.




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Eggo debuts protein-packed waffles, custom sneakers

New Eggo Fully Loaded Waffles inspired Eggo's collab with The Surgeon to drop the first-ever Eggo Fully Loaded Kicks in two colorways: Chocolate Chip Brownie and Strawberry Delight.




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How to measure your food safety climate

Ever since Frank Yiannas of Walmart's Food Safety Leadership published his insightful book "Food Safety Culture" in 2008, the food and beverage industry has embraced the reality that having a strong food safety culture is essential for success.