Apple unveils thinnest iPad Pro ever: Powerful M4 chip, Ultra Retina XDR display, and new nano-texture glass option
At its big iPad event, alongside a new iPad Air, Apple today launched the new iPad Pro boasting an ultra slim, lightweight design. Available in 13-inch and a more portable 11-inch size, the new iPad claims the title of Apple's thinnest device ever.
Weighing less than a pound, the 11-inch model is just 5.3 mm thick, while the 13-inch model is even thinner at just 5.1 mm.
Apple launches redesigned iPad Air models with M2 chip
Apple today introduced massive updates to its iPad Air lineup, launching a redesigned 11-inch model and debuting a new 13-inch version, both powered by the advanced M2 chip. For the first time, the iPad Air is available in two sizes, enhancing its appeal with boosted performance, AI capabilities, and new accessories.
The new iPad Air models feature enhanced CPUs, GPUs, and Neural Engines due to the M2 chip, promising a substantial performance leap over previous iterations. Apple claims nearly a 50 percent increase in speed over the prior M1-based iPad Air and triple the performance of the models equipped with the A14 Bionic chip.
New solution helps enterprises secure Gen AI APIs
As enterprises increasingly integrate generative AI into critical applications they, often unwittingly, expose those applications to attacks that exploit the unique characteristics of AI, such as prompt injection, insecure outputs, and sensitive data disclosure.
API security company Traceable AI is announcing an early access program for its new Generative AI API Security capability, aimed at specifically targeting the security risks of integrating Gen AI into applications.
Traditional vulnerability management overlooks risky systems
A new report from Claroty finds that that 38 percent of the riskiest the cyber-physical systems (CPS) assets are overlooked by traditional approaches to vulnerability management.
CPS systems -- which integrate physical and computational components to monitor and control the physical processes -- represent a blind spot that is ripe for exploitation by threat actors.
Complexity leads to trade-off between risk and innovation
A new report finds that 85 percent of executives surveyed believe computing innovation is
increasing risk.
The report from LevelBlue also shows 74 percent think the opportunity of computing innovation outweighs the corresponding increase in cybersecurity risk -- making cyber resilience nearly impossible to achieve.
Plugable launches new connectivity accessories for iMac and laptop
Plugable has announced the release of two new products aimed at enhancing connectivity for both iMac and laptop users: the AD-6IN1 hub and the USBC-E2500PD Ethernet and charging adapter. These new offerings are designed to address common connectivity limitations faced by users of these devices.
Specifically created for Apple's 24-inch iMac, the AD-6IN1 is Plugable’s inaugural product for this device. It features multiple ports, including USB-C and USB connections, as well as SD/microSD card readers. The design also incorporates a shelf for storing small items, helping to organize desk space. This hub is priced at $39.95 on Amazon, with a 15 percent discount available for Prime members.
Switch to Linux Lite 7.0 from Windows 11
After over a decade of evolution and adaptation, Linux Lite 7.0 RC1 arrives (download here) with the promise of a mature, secure, and highly customizable operating system, poised as an ideal alternative for those considering a switch from Microsoft Windows 11. With the stable version, codenamed Galena, set for release on June 1, 2024, now is the perfect time to explore what Linux Lite offers.
The new version introduces significant changes and enhancements. Among these is the updated Thunar 4.18.8 file manager which now includes a handy Split View feature, allowing for more efficient file handling and multitasking. Visual tweaks are evident with new installation slides that not only streamline the setup process but also enhance user engagement.
SQL turns 50 this month -- why is it still going strong? [Q&A]
Data management language SQL (originally published as SEQUEL) first appeared in May 1974, so this month marks its 50th anniversary.
We spoke to Peter Zaitsev, founder at Percona, to find out why SQL has survived for the last 50 years, and is still the third most used language for programmers and software developers according to Stack Overflow.
CORSAIR ONE i500 compact Windows 11 gaming PC will give you wood
CORSAIR today introduced the ONE i500, a new compact PC designed to deliver powerhouse performance in a sleek, small form factor. This latest offering is targeted at content creators, AI-driven professionals, and gaming enthusiasts seeking top-tier components. As you can see from the photos, this PC will give you wood.
The CORSAIR ONE i500 stands out with its space-efficient design, being 30 percent smaller than traditional full-sized desktop PCs, yet it packs a significant punch. It features the latest NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 graphics card and an Intel Core i9-14900K processor, both cooled using advanced liquid cooling technologies. This setup not only ensures optimal performance under heavy loads but also maintains a quieter operation compared to standard air-cooled systems.
Proton launches Pass Monitor to enhance online security amid rising data breaches
In response to a dramatic 78 percent increase in data breaches from 2022 to 2023, Proton is launching Pass Monitor, a new security feature within its password manager designed to bolster the protection of user data. Last year alone, over 3,205 data breaches jeopardized the personal information of more than 353 million people, underscoring the need for enhanced security measures.
Pass Monitor aims to provide users with comprehensive security by notifying them of potential vulnerabilities and breaches that could affect their online accounts. This initiative reflects Proton's commitment to making security user-friendly and proactive.
AlmaLinux 9.4 now available
AlmaLinux 9.4 is officially available for download here. Closely aligned with Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) 9.4, it reinforces its status as a robust, open-source enterprise Linux solution. This latest version is built directly from RHEL's openly available source code and was released swiftly following RHEL 9.4, showcasing the community's ability to deliver prompt updates.
AlmaLinux 9.4 is enhanced with significant updates across software environments and development tools. The release includes updated module streams for popular programming languages and web technologies:
80 percent of security exposures involve misconfigurations
A new report based on data gathered from over 40 million exposures presenting high-impact risks to millions of critical business entities, finds that identity and credential misconfigurations represent 80 percent of security exposures across organizations.
The report, from exposure management specialist XM Cyber based on data analyzed by the Cyentia Institute, shows a third of these exposures put critical assets at direct risk of breach -- an attack vector actively being exploited by adversaries.
2023 saw a global rise in ransomware and hacktivism
A new report from threat intelligence company Intel 471 shows a global rise in ransomware and hacktivism.
The report notes 4,429 ransomware attacks in 2023, almost double the 2,344 observed in 2022, with the most prominent variants being LockBit 3.0, ALPHV, CLOP, Play and 8BASE. North America saw a notable 125.3 percent increase in ransomware, followed by Europe with 67.7 percent, Asia with 46.8 percent, South America with 40.9 percent.
CI/CD and how data is the gatekeeper of productivity [Q&A]
Using CI/CD (continuous integration and continuous deployment) is supposed to streamline and speed up application development.
However, outdated cloud-based approaches negate many of the benefits. Buildkite's co-founder and CEO, Keith Pitt helped pioneer the hybrid CI/CD approach, which combines elements of both managed and self-hosted CI/CD. With hybrid, users control the build environment and can customize their needs. We spoke to Keith to learn more
Linux fan develops a fricking amazing tool to remove all ads from Windows 11
Windows 11 is far from perfect, and any complaints are usually met with disdain from the Linux community. The advice proffered by Linux users is to switch from Windows 11 to one of the nearly endless number of Linux distros that are available.
This is unhelpful advice because, in the most part, Windows users simply don’t want to use Linux. They chose Windows for specific reasons, and the fact it is not completely ideal is not really a good enough reason to simply abandon it. So it is lovely to see that one Linux fan has put their software development skills to good use and produced OFGB (Oh Frick Go Back), a utility that removes ads from Windows 11.
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