TwitterFacebookPinterestWhatsApp Electric scooter sales in France have seen a slump in 2023, with a drop of 10.7%. Despite the dip, the market has shown significant growth since the turn of the decade. 2023 Electric Scooter Sales A total of 678,000 units were sold in 2023, marking a decrease from previous years. This could be attributed to various factors including the culmination of the Covid-19 pandemic and increasing regulatory pressure around the use of electric scooters. Growth Trends in the Electric Scooter Market Although sales figures dipped in 2023, the electric scooter market has enj ..read more

TwitterFacebookPinterestWhatsApp Europe is gearing up for a change in cloud security standards with the introduction of the European Union Cloud Services (EUCS) Certification. Let's delve into what this might mean for users and tech giants in the EU. Understanding the EUCS Certification Primarily, the EUCS certification was introduced as a means to maintain state sovereignty when it comes to handling user's personal data. The initial proposal was designed to offer a legal safety net against the transfer of highly sensitive data beyond Europe's borders. Previous Legal Sovereignty Requirements U ..read more

TwitterFacebookPinterestWhatsApp Windows devices are now under a new threat – a malware named Byakugan, stealing sensitive data and providing remote access to attackers. What is Byakugan? Byakugan is a sophisticated malware that specifically targets Windows devices. It's built using node.js and includes a variety of libraries such as a screen monitor, miner, keystroke recorder, file manipulator, and browser info stealer. This allows the intruder to steal sensitive data including cookies, credit card details, downloads, and profiles filled automatically. To add salt to the wound, Byakugan can e ..read more

TwitterFacebookPinterestWhatsApp Amazon is revolutionizing its approach to packaging, taking significant strides away from its signature cardboard materials. Shifting Away from Cardboard Amazon's strategy now includes various alternatives to the traditional cardboard box. These range from packaging-free services to cardboard envelopes and even paper bags. This new approach is a part of Amazon's sustained efforts to minimize waste and lower its carbon footprint. Operations Innovation Lab Taking center stage in spearheading this innovative strategy is Amazon's Operations Innovation Lab based in ..read more

TwitterFacebookPinterestWhatsApp The fascinating challenge of exploring icy moons such as Jupiter's Europa or Saturn's Enceladus involves navigating their frozen surfaces. This involves drilling through ice layers that are kilometers thick, a task complicated by uneven landscapes, tidal effects and other disturbances within the ice. SLUSH Project: A New Hope for Ice Drilling The Search for Life Using Submersible Heated (SLUSH) project is developing a prototype for drilling through terrestrial ice. Instead of traditional drilling methods, the mechanical equipment used has a distinct process to ..read more

TwitterFacebookPinterestWhatsApp Microsoft's cloud service, Azure, recently experienced a security issue, exposing sensitive information to the public, putting the company's data and services at risk. Azure's Security Flaw Azure, the cloud service provided by Microsoft, recently fell victim to a security flaw. This flaw led to the exposure of stored server information, making it accessible to the public. Disturbingly, the information related to Bing, Microsoft's search engine, was also in the line of fire, being made publicly accessible. Flaw Discovered by SOC Radar The security flaw was broug ..read more

TwitterFacebookPinterestWhatsApp X.com is rolling out a transformative security feature worldwide for all iPhone users: passkeys. This innovation serves as a dependable alternative to the age-old password-based account protection method. Passkeys, also known as identification keys, function by generating an access key on the user's device. This modern mechanism provides a fortified line of defense against phishing attacks and unauthorized access, making it a significant leap in user account protection. A decisive advantage of using passkeys is the convenience it offers to users. One can log in ..read more

TwitterFacebookPinterestWhatsApp Leading telecommunications company SFR has partnered with Europ Assistance to introduce a brand new self-monitoring offer, “Maison Sécurisée”. This innovative home security solution is particularly favorable for SFR box subscribers due to its affordability. Exploring the Offer SFR's “Maison Sécurisée” includes the Pack Alerte Vidéo, featuring a Wi-Fi central with a built-in battery and 4G relay. This battery can keep the device up and running for roughly 10 hours. A key aspect of this package is a Full HD Wi-Fi camera. This camera stands out with its 90° wide-a ..read more

TwitterFacebookPinterestWhatsApp Imagine a world where critical metropolitan transportation systems are still powered by floppy disks from the 1980s. That's not a fabricated dystopian-future movie scenario, but the actual case in San Francisco. San Francisco's Unusual Legacy Tech: Floppy Disks The local transportation network of San Francisco, the SFMTA, keeps their trains and metros running with a system that depends on 5.25 inch floppy disks. This legacy tech has been in continuous use since its installation in 1998, a remarkable 26 years ago. It's incredible to think that these systems were ..read more

TwitterFacebookPinterestWhatsApp If you drive a diesel vehicle, you may be familiar with AdBlue, a commonly used additive that's intended to limit the amount of harmful nitrogen oxides (NOx) released into the atmosphere. But the technology isn't without its challenges. The primary role of AdBlue, a mixture of purified water and high purity urea, is to reduce NOx emissions. It's typically used in diesel vehicles equipped with a selective catalytic reduction (SCR) system. The additive is injected into the exhaust system, where it decomposes into carbon dioxide and ammonia. Following this transfo ..read more