This week, science-policy specialists from around the world are gathering in Kigali for the fifth conference of the International Network for Governmental Science Advice (INGSA). It’s the first time that Africa is hosting the meeting, and this year’s event marks ten years since INGSA was founded and began helping to shape the global discourse on … Read more
Due to its explosive growth, the management and storage of unstructured data is becoming increasingly challenging for organizations to contend with. This unprecedented expansion, however, is a double-edged sword: while the opportunities for leveraging this treasure trove abound, so do the issues in orchestrating it. Another major factor impacting data management, is that according to … Read more
Apple will launch its next Apple Watch activity challenge on Saturday, April 22 in celebration of Earth Day. To complete the challenge, Apple Watch owners will need to complete a workout that lasts for 30 minutes or longer, with the activity recorded through the Workout app or an app that adds information to the Health … Read more
In the ever-evolving landscape of cloud-native operations, organizations face a multifaceted challenge in delivering reliable and resilient experiences at the intersection of their customers and their digital experience. The world is now at a juncture where a seemingly simple user action, such as checking the status of an order for a customer, initiates a series … Read more
In hindsight, it seems prophetic that the title of a Nature paper published on 1 March 1974 ended with a question mark: “Black hole explosions?” Stephen Hawking’s landmark idea about what is now known as Hawking radiation1 has just turned 50. The more physicists have tried to test his theory over the past half-century, the … Read more
Last updated: March 8th, 2024 at 10:19 UTC+01:00 Samsung kicked off the month of March with new challenges for Samsung Health and PENUP users. As usual, the new Samsung Health challenge is a month-long, and PENUP artists can participate in a two-week contest before the theme changes in mid-March. Here are the current live challenges. … Read more
In the fast-paced world of software development, professionals are always on the lookout for ways to enhance their efficiency and output. A significant development in this quest for optimization is the emergence of AI coding assistants. These sophisticated tools are reshaping how engineers approach their work, offering a means to not only speed up the … Read more
As broad as the tasks it takes on, the construction sector, a key driver of economic growth and urban expansion, faces several security issues. Construction sites are centres of energy and potential vulnerability, including everything from imposing skyscrapers to sophisticated infrastructural works. These difficulties cover a wide range, from unauthorised entry, theft, and vandal to security … Read more
In today’s digitally connected world, information technology (IT) support is the backbone of businesses across industries. IT support teams are critical in ensuring that technology operates smoothly, employees remain productive, and organizations can achieve their strategic goals. However, managing IT support comes with many challenges, from the rapid pace of technological change to the increasing … Read more