MirageC/Getty Images As deepfakes and synthetic media become more common thanks to generative artificial intelligence (gen AI), several organizations are trying to perfect digital watermarking to determine a piece of content’s origins. None have really succeeded yet, but one such group, the Coalition for Content Provenance and Authenticity (C2PA) is beefing up its ranks. On Friday, C2PA announced […] More
Andrey Rudakov/Bloomberg via Getty Images There is no doubt that the great CrowdStrike-Windows meltdown in July 2024 was an economic disaster. It was the largest IT outage in history. Its effects disrupted banking systems, healthcare networks, and the global air transportation network. As the post-incident analyses made clear, it was entirely preventable. Also: Stop paying for antivirus […] More
SOPA Images / Contributor Binging a Netflix show on a long commute is a vital part of many Apple users’ everyday lives — including mine. Despite impressive hardware upgrades announced at the Apple “Glowtime” launch event, many people are not upgrading their phones. Yet Netflix announced its app will stop supporting some iOS versions and, as a […] More
Screenshot by Lance Whitney/ZDNETFinding a job through LinkedIn can be tricky, especially if you’re unfamiliar with the company posting the ad. To help you find the right employers, the site will assign a verified badge to those considered legitimate. Now, LinkedIn is making it easier for you to find jobs from those verified companies.With summer ending and many people revving up their job search, LinkedIn has kicked off a new search filter that can narrow the results to verified employers. Rohan Rajiv, product lead for LinkedIn’s Jobseeker, said in a post on Friday that by applying this filter, you’ll see only jobs with verified information about the company and job poster.Also: IBM will train you in AI fundamentals for free, and give you a skill credential – in 10 hoursTo run this type of search, head to LinkedIn’s Job page. At the top, enter the job title or skill you’re seeking and your preferred location. With the results on display, click the button for All Filters, swipe down the right pane, and turn on the switch for “Has verifications.” Click the button to show the new results, and your job search will now include only verified companies.You should also see a verification badge on verified job postings, which now make up about half of the jobs on LinkedIn, according to Rajiv.Exactly what does verification mean, and why is it important? More
United Airlines/ZDNETAs part of a new partnership, United Airlines will soon begin offering “high-speed, low-latency” Wi-Fi to passengers courtesy of Starlink. The company states its “new gate-to-gate connectivity” will allow people to enjoy internet service at a scale other major airlines don’t provide.Also: 10 ways to speed up your slow internet connection todayYou’ll be able to watch movies on your favorite streaming service, hop on social media, do some online shopping, and even play video games on either the backseat screen or “personal devices simultaneously.” Testing for this service starts in early 2025. After that, it’ll begin rolling out to the first passenger flights later in the year.United Airlines plans to expand Starlink Wi-Fi across its entire fleet, which consists of over 1,000 airplanes, “over the next several years.” And the best part is it’ll be free. No need to pay an extra fee or subscription. The service will be available to you the moment you enter the aircraft. More
In a world filled with mobile accessories, a wireless charger may be the most essential contender worth your cash. Wireless chargers, many of which use MagSafe technology, simplify the battery-boosting process for your favorite devices while eliminating the need for multiple cords that often become cumbersome, tangled, and outright annoying. Let’s face it, it’s really time to ditch your cords. Also: The best MagSafe battery packs: Expert testedBut with so many wireless charger options on the market, it’s no surprise that it can feel hard to know which ones are worth your cash and are right for your lifestyle. That’s why we’ve gone hands-on with several wireless chargers from popular brands such as Anker, Courant, Nomad, Belkin, and more, so you can find the perfect single, duo, or triple wireless charger for all your devices’ needs. And if you’ve just purchased a new iPhone 16, there’s no better time to upgrade your wireless charging situation.Also: Every iPhone 16 model compared: Which new iPhone should you buy?What’s the best wireless charger right now? Our pick for the best wireless charger is the Anker MagGo 3-1 Wireless Charging Station More
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