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Mirthy raises $1.1M pre-Seed funding to build out platform for sprightly Boomers – TechCrunch

RoboticsBy Shiv Eswar August 11, 2021

As Baby Boomers (aged 57-75 at this point) and Gen X (aged 41-56) head into their dotage, they are no longer the “senior citizens” of yore, being still active and, often, healthy. But leaving work means they lose about half of their social network, which has a negative impact on wellbeing. Plus, the pandemic increased…

Data-centre duo tout ‘near-premise’ edge compute as ‘easy button’ for 5G, Industry 4.0

IoT Building NewsBy Shiv Eswar August 11, 2021

Data centre company ITRenew and ‘edge-to-edge networking’ provider Vapor IO have devised a way for enterprises to run on-premise computing without the need for on-site data centres or IT equipment. The solution replaces enterprise-based IT equipment with a “near-premise” equivalent, delivered as a service. The pair are pitching the solution to the industrial space, and…

Pave gets Y Combinator to back better startup compensation tools, again – TechCrunch

Cyber AttacksBy Jessica Venkat August 11, 2021

Pave, a San Francisco-based startup that helps companies benchmark, plan and communicate compensation to their employees, has raised a $46 million Series B. YC Continuity led the round, which also saw participation from Andreessen Horowitz and Bessemer Venture Partners. The round comes eight months after Pave closed a $16 million Series A round. Today’s financing…

Apple to Scan Every Device for Child Abuse Content — But Experts Fear for Privacy

Web Security NewsBy Jessica Venkat August 11, 2021

Apple on Thursday said it’s introducing new child safety features in iOS, iPadOS, watchOS, and macOS as part of its efforts to limit the spread of Child Sexual Abuse Material (CSAM) in the U.S. To that effect, the iPhone maker said it intends to begin client-side scanning of images shared via every Apple device for…

Over half of Virgin Media O2’s network can now access gigabit speeds

Telecom NewsBy Haslinda Bt Ghani August 11, 2021

Virgin Media O2 has today launched gigabit speeds for a further one-and-a-half million homes, meaning that over half of its network can now access connectivity to support even the most demanding applications. As of today, Virgin Media O2 has upgraded its network in several locations across all four nations of the UK. Lutz Schüler, Chief…

Many companies are demanding employees go back to the office rather than giving them a transition time or work-from-home option. And it’s not surprising that just as many executives are grappling with the challenge that is front and center: employees don’t want to go back to the office. But are we really asking the right…

The best printers in 2021

Smart TvsBy Shiv Eswar August 11, 2021

The best printers can make your life easier by giving you quick access to hardcopies of important documents, but it can be tough to choose the right one. Do you want an all-in-one inkjet or a black-and-white laser printer? Whether you want to stick to basic document printing, professional-grade photo printing, or get something that…

Amazon to Pay up to $1,000 in Damages for Defective Items

DronesBy Shiv Eswar August 11, 2021

Amazon will soon start paying customers up to $1,000 if a defective item sold through its site by a third-party merchant causes property damage or personal injury. The new policy will come into effect on September 1, 2021, and is designed to give shoppers on the online marketplace greater confidence when placing orders with third-party…

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