UnitedHealth Group recently announced that they expect to restore Change Healthcare’s systems by mid-March following a ransomware attack that disrupted operations in the U.S healthcare system. This attack was discovered on February 21st when a cyber threat actor breached part of Change Healthcare’s information technology network. As a response, UnitedHealth isolated and disconnected the affected
House Democrats Robert Garcia, D-Calif. and Jamie Raskin, D-Md, have taken a bold step by sending a letter to SpaceX, demanding transparency from the defense contractor. This action comes in response to reports of potentially illegal purchases and use of Starlink satellite internet equipment by Russia in occupied territories of Ukraine. The move also includes
Dragon’s Dogma 2 introduces an enhanced Affinity system that allows players to develop relationships with NPCs in a more intricate manner. This system goes beyond simple interactions and quests, as NPCs can now form attachments to players based on their actions. The game’s director, Hideaki Itsuno, has suggested that Affinity will play a crucial role
Ultraviolet spectroscopy is a crucial tool in the study of electronic and rovibronic transitions in atoms and molecules. It is used in a variety of scientific fields, ranging from fundamental physics tests to precision measurements in atmospheric chemistry and astrophysics. Recently, a team of scientists at the Max-Planck Institute of Quantum Optics has made a
The field of materials science and engineering has been making tremendous strides in recent years, especially in the realm of robotic and prosthetic applications. One of the most exciting developments is the introduction of dual-modal tactile e-skins, designed to enhance the sensing capabilities of robots while also enabling bidirectional touch-based human-robot interactions (HRIs). Researchers at
WhatsApp, a popular messaging platform owned by Meta, is facing challenges in implementing the third-party chats feature as required by the European Union’s (EU) Digital Markets Act (DMA). Despite the deadline set by the DMA, Meta has announced that it will take more time to introduce messaging interoperability in individual conversations due to limitations in
One of the major challenges faced by disabled employees at Google is the lack of proper interpreters. Hall, a deaf employee at Google, has highlighted the issue of having to repeatedly explain technical concepts due to rotating interpreters. This not only hinders her productivity but also shows a lack of commitment to accessibility on Google’s
Target is introducing a new subscription service called Target Circle 360, priced at $99 annually. This service will offer free, unlimited delivery and rush shipping on online orders, aiming to compete with similar offerings by Walmart and Amazon. Members of Target Circle 360 will benefit from free two-day shipping and free same-day delivery on orders
The digital era has brought about numerous innovations in the field of technology, including FemTech – a term used to describe digital technologies focusing on women’s health and well-being. Recent research conducted by experts at Royal Holloway, University of London, Newcastle University, University of London, and ETH Zurich has shed light on significant security, privacy,
The concept of objects disappearing seamlessly has intrigued humanity for centuries, from primitive camouflage techniques to the advanced cloaking devices of today. Recently, researchers at Zhejiang University have taken a significant step forward in this field by introducing an intelligent aero amphibious invisibility cloak that can adapt to dynamic environments. Despite the progress made in