Esteban Prieto 
Music streaming service Spotify is digging deeper into the portfolio of its long-standing technology partner Google Cloud to explore how its artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning tools can help boost the experience for its 574 million-strong user base. Since becoming its preferred cloud provider in 2016, Spotify has leaned on Google to support is … Leer más
If you have an iPhone, it’s simple to block nuisance callers. Do you keep getting annoying automated calls asking if you’ve been in a recent accident? Just hang up, go to the call log and block that caller – that is, as long as they haven’t withheld their number. But what if the reverse happens? … Leer más
Royal Mail’s parent organisation International Distributions Services plc (IDS) has revealed it spent a total of £10m in the six months to 24 September on remediation and systems resilience improvement in the wake of a LockBit ransomware attack on its systems. The incident, which IDS is now referring to as a cyber attack specifically on … Leer más
At a glance Expert’s Rating Pros Great picture quality Smart swivel stand Powerful speakers Cons Colours could be better Changing settings is cumbersome Our Verdict The One should probably be called The Good Enough, because that’s what it is. It ticks off many features, but isn’t uniquely amazing at anything. On a limited budget, it’s … Leer más
In a development that observers are already calling predictable, the ALPHV/BlackCat ransomware cartel appears to have added a new tactic to its playbook of methods used to exert pressure on victims to cooperate, reporting them to regulatory authorities. The case in question centres on MeridianLink, a California-based supplier that specialises in cloud software for smaller … Leer más
At a glance Expert’s Rating Pros Resistant to brush bar hair tangles Removable battery for recharging Handy 2-in-1 attachments Cons Small dust bin Only runs for up to 30 minutes with vacuum head Takes 4-5 hours to recharge battery Less effective on carpets Our Verdict Levoit’s LVAC-200 cordless vacuum cleaner won’t be for everyone: a … Leer más
The future oversight of the police’s increasingly advanced biometric surveillance capabilities is at risk, and there are real dangers of the UK slipping into an “all-encompassing” surveillance state if concerns about these powerful technologies aren’t heeded, warns outgoing biometrics and surveillance camera commissioner Fraser Sampson. In an exclusive interview with Computer Weekly, Sampson says that … Leer más
Lockheed Martin believes that it now just one step away from showcasing how its space-based capability can reach worldwide after a successful lab demonstration of its 5G.MIL technology. The company said it has validated that its space payload is set to deliver global advanced communications capabilities from orbit. During its demonstration, Lockheed Martin showcased “the industry’s … Leer más
The British Library has confirmed that an IT outage that began at the end of October was indeed the result of a ransomware attack on its systems, from which it is yet to recover. The organisation’s systems were brought down on Sunday 29 October, although it took a further two days for its IT and … Leer más
At a glance Expert’s Rating Pros Good audio quality Zippy performance 1080p webcam Nice typing experience Cons Average battery life for a Chromebook Blah design Bezels are thicker than I like Our Verdict The Acer Chromebook Plus 515 is both fast and affordable, making it a top choice for the everyday user. Price When Reviewed … Leer más