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Expert: Critical system flaws a 'ticking time bomb'

Techy - Thu, 07/29/2010 - 02:46
Combining legacy SCADA systems that have their own weaknesses with Internet technologies is a dangerous mix for protecting systems that provide energy, water and other basic needs, Black Hat presenter says.
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Black Hat shines light on security (roundup)

Techy - Thu, 07/29/2010 - 00:42
Las Vegas is the setting this week for two of the most popular annual security events. First comes Black Hat for the professional crowd, followed by the more antic Defcon gathering.
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Security researcher demonstrates ATM hacking

Techy - Thu, 07/29/2010 - 00:04
IOActive's Barnaby Jack reveals at Black Hat how he found ways to remotely log into ATMs without a password and force them to spit out cash.
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Amazon unveils new generation of Kindles

Techy - Thu, 07/29/2010 - 00:04
The online retailer will ship a smaller, lighter $189 Kindle with new features on August 27. A Wi-Fi-only version will cost only $139.
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Nvidia warns of second-quarter revenue shortfall

Techy - Wed, 07/28/2010 - 23:13
Graphics chip supplier pares back revenue predictions, blaming increased memory costs and economic weakness in Europe and China.
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GameStop: Game discs are here to stay

Techy - Wed, 07/28/2010 - 22:55
Not everyone might agree, but GameStop believes physical game discs will hang around for the long haul.
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CNET to the Rescue: No matter where you go, here we are

Techy - Wed, 07/28/2010 - 22:23
Rafe and Josh discuss the best mobile apps for finding stuff to do and things to eat near you. Also, your questions answered, including our tips for painting your laptop BMW red.
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Apple to investigate iOS 4 problems on iPhone 3G

Techy - Wed, 07/28/2010 - 22:15
Some owners of the older model iPhone who upgraded to the most recent system software have complained of slowness and quickly drained batteries.
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Microsoft's 'Street Slide' takes aim at StreetView

Techy - Wed, 07/28/2010 - 21:17
A new mapping technology from Microsoft's Research team takes the idea of a panoramic street view and stitches it together into one long stream of map tiles.
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Time Inc.'s iPad problem is trouble for magazine publishers

Techy - Wed, 07/28/2010 - 20:54
Time Inc. executives "have been going nuts" trying to figure out how to get Apple to approve a subscription plan for digital editions of its magazines, sources say.
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BlackBerry revamp to take on iPhone?

Techy - Wed, 07/28/2010 - 20:39
A press conference set for Tuesday has bloggers and analysts buzzing about a potential new touch-screen phone to rival iPhone and Android smartphones.
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Google licensing changes could cap Android piracy

Techy - Wed, 07/28/2010 - 20:31
Google releases new mechanism for ensuring Android app developers get paid for premium content. The solution to curtail app theft? It's all in the cloud.
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DHS tries to defuse privacy criticism, asks for help

Techy - Wed, 07/28/2010 - 20:23
At Black Hat, Homeland Security's second in command receives mixed response when trying to downplay privacy concerns, asks attendees for help.
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Facebook launches Questions product in beta

Techy - Wed, 07/28/2010 - 20:00
After a sneak peek hit the Web this spring, Facebook has launched the product that may put it even more head-to-head with Twitter and even Google.
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Ecotality unveils consumer EV charging stations

Techy - Wed, 07/28/2010 - 19:34
The Blink line of charging stations for commercial services and home use will have cellular-network capability, as well as LAN, Wi-Fi, and ZigBee.
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'Check-in' craze moves beyond location

Techy - Wed, 07/28/2010 - 19:00
GetGlue, an iPhone app and Web site that lets you tell your friends what you're reading or watching and also promises on-target recommendations, has a new deal with HBO.
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How much does cost matter in first wave of EVs?

Techy - Wed, 07/28/2010 - 18:06
Chevy Volt's $41,000 price tag caused some sticker shock, but the first buyers appear willing to pay. Will it lead to the mainstreaming of electric vehicles?
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Logitech wants to pay you to promote Google TV

Techy - Wed, 07/28/2010 - 17:38
Want to try out the Google TV before it hits store shelves? Logitech wants that too, and is hiring people to host Google TV parties. But there are some pretty big strings attached.
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U.S. wind energy popular, but lacks investment

Techy - Wed, 07/28/2010 - 17:12
China and Europe outpacing U.S. in building wind energy infrastructure, despite public interest in adding wind energy to U.S. grid.
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Office for Mac to get conversation view

Techy - Wed, 07/28/2010 - 17:00
In video previews for next Mac Office, Microsoft confirms new Outlook will support conversation views, a longtime Gmail feature recently added to Windows Office.
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