sudo-rs shows password asterisks by default – break with Unix traditionThe Rust implementation sudo-rs now shows asterisks by default when typing passwords. A break with long Unix tradition.
Apple's AI Workshop Collection on VideoApple held a seminar series with AI researchers from the company in the summer. Now the videos are online – and still interesting despite their age.
All in a row: How to observe the planetary parade at the end of FebruaryThe planets in our solar system are currently showing a special constellation. We explain what can be seen in the night sky.
Major investor Berkshire Hathaway sells Apple shares againThe company of legendary investor Warren Buffett has been investing in Apple since 2016. The stake has now been reduced again.
Nvidia competition: Google wants to expand its TPU business significantlyGoogle and Meta have reportedly already concluded a multi-billion dollar deal for AI chips. New joint ventures could also lease TPUs.
Claude: AI chatbot used for cyberattack on Mexican governmentAn unknown cybercriminal is using Anthropic's AI chatbot to infiltrate Mexican government networks. This follows a worrying trend.
Best Western Hotels warns of phishing attacksScammers apparently have access to current booking data from Best Western Hotels. The company is warning of a phishing wave.
New entry-level MacBook: Fresh details from the supply chainApple is reportedly planning to unveil a new budget MacBook next week. Further hardware leaks have now surfaced.
Apple CEO Tim Cook announces "big week"On his X profile, Apple CEO Cook commented on the upcoming week with new devices. It is now also clear when the "#AppleLaunch" will begin.
WD and Seagate confirm: Hard drives for 2026 sold outHyperscalers are tearing hard drives out of the hands of manufacturers. Prices are therefore also rising for SSDs.
AI to help modernize COBOL systems: IBM stock plummetsAfter Anthropic introduced a tool for automating time-consuming COBOL modernization, IBM's stock plummeted over 13 percent.
30 years of "299" - how Sony turned the console market upside downOn May 11, 1995, Steve Race from Sony said only the number "299" to announce the US price of the first PlayStation. A PR stunt with consequences.
Dieselgate: Internal Mails Severely Incriminate German AutomakersDocuments from a London trial suggest BMW, VW, and Daimler may have coordinated their emissions strategies years earlier than known.
Two years after Broadcom acquisition: VMware exodus fails to materializeDespite drastic price increases, few companies have completely abandoned VMware. A study shows: 86 percent are actively reducing their usage.
Draft Law: Police to no longer just reactively defend against cyberattacksA new draft law stipulates that the BKA and Federal Police will be allowed to actively intervene in IT systems, delete data, and disable servers abroad.
Playstation 5 Pro gets revised AI upscalerThe Pro version of the Playstation 5 receives an improved PSSR upscaler based on AMD's FSR 4. This also gives PC gamers new hope.
Bleiben oder wechseln? Wann sich VMware & VCF 9 wirklich lohnenDie strategische Neuausrichtung von VMware durch Broadcom wirft wichtige Fragen auf. Im Live-Webcast am 19.3. um 11 Uhr erfahren Sie, welche Perspektiven VMware Cloud Foundation 9 bietet und ob sich eine Investition für Ihr Unternehmen lohnt.
Katherina Reiche's Solar TrapHeating, PV and gas: Katherine Reiche is under criticism, being called a gas lobbyist. But she could achieve something historic, says editor Jan Mahn.
Luxury phone with a red dot: Leica introduces the LeitzphoneLeica builds its own version of the Xiaomi 17 Ultra. The Leitzphone's novel camera ring, in particular, is convincing.
Anthropic CEO calls Pentagon's actions "retaliatory and punitive"Anthropic CEO Amodei defends himself in an interview against the classification as a security risk, invoking fundamental American values.
Xiaomi 17: Compact smartphone with Leica camera for EuropeXiaomi announced the Xiaomi 17 for Europe. Pro models with a rear display will unfortunately remain in China. However, there are new tablets and other gadgets.
Missing link: Quick Commerce in India – Amazon and Walmart left behindIn India, QC delivers groceries, socks and even cell phones within minutes. Amazon and Walmart have missed out on the trend. The game is not yet decided.
Switzerland: The e-ID is coming laterThe introduction of the electronic identity card in Switzerland is postponed from summer to probably the end of 2026. Security is to take precedence.
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Lines, light, and quiet tones: The pictures of the weekFrom winter forest to stairwell – strong shapes and fine light characterize our selection.
Artemis Moon Program: NASA plans additional launch next yearNASA now also wants to launch a mission to the moon in 2027, but the crew will not land there yet. This could happen twice in 2028.
Streaming dispute: OLG Cologne prohibits takeover of ARD media libraryFollowing a defeat for Joyn in Munich, OLG Cologne confirms: Private streaming portals cannot embed ARD content without permission.
LXD 6.7 supports AMD GPUs and improves cluster managementThe new version of the container and VM manager extends GPU support for AMD hardware and introduces cluster recovery mechanisms.
Burger King: AI assistant listens in and evaluates branch "friendliness"Burger King tests an AI assistant in the USA that records politeness phrases in customer interactions for friendliness scores.
Lego Smart Bricks tried out: Cool for kids, nothing for nerdsShooting, fighting, whisking, and babbling: the first Star Wars sets with Smart Bricks are here. Our first impression hands-on: intuitive fun for kids.
HPE Juniper Networking introduces new PTX routers for AI data centersWith two new router families based on Express 5 silicon, HPE Juniper aims to score points, especially in data centers of providers and hyperscalers.
Nano Banana 2 brings Pro features for free usersGoogle's new AI image model Nano Banana 2 combines high generation speed with Pro features and broad integration into platforms and services.
Commentary: Digital Sovereignty? We already have it – we just lack the courageNextcloud implements digital sovereignty, but many decision-makers lack the will, says Moritz Förster. Technically, we're ready.
Gmail increases attachment limit to 50 MByte – for Enterprise customersGoogle Workspace Enterprise Plus now includes sending attachments up to 50 MByte. However, the new limit must be enabled by administrators.
Clicks Communicator: QWERTZ keyboard for the smartphone with hardware keyboardThe Clicks smartphone with a physical keyboard, announced at CES, can now also be purchased with a QWERTZ keyboard.
Samsung brings rotating ad tiles to smart TV home screensWith a new ad format on its smart TVs, Samsung aims to further monetize the home screen.
Pika! Pika! Pikachu! 30 Facts about 30 Years of PokémonThe first Pokémon game was released in Japan on February 27, 1996. The series founded the world's most successful media franchise.
Self-driving Networks – Realität oder Zukunft?Self-driving Networks gelten als nächster Evolutionsschritt moderner Netzwerkarchitekturen. Durch den Einsatz von künstlicher Intelligenz und Machine Learning sollen Netzwerke nicht nur überwacht, sondern aktiv analysiert, optimiert und in Teilen autonom betrieben werden.
No negotiations: PayPal wants to fend off takeover attemptsThe payment service PayPal has anticipated takeover interest and wants to defend itself, reports a US news site. Stripe will likely come away empty-handed.
SAP users focus more on economic efficiencyAccording to the DSAG report, SAP remains relevant for user companies. However, investments are currently more targeted and critical.
Rubin Observatory's "Discovery Machine": 800,000 alerts on the first nightThe new Vera C. Rubin Observatory now automatically sends out alerts when something changes in the night sky. In the first night, there were 800,000.
Lenovo reportedly works on foldable hybrid of gaming handheld and Windows laptopLenovo's alleged concept device with a foldable display can transform into four different form factors. The official announcement is expected soon.
New in .NET 10.0 [12]: More Span conversions in C# 14.0C# 14.0 includes new automatic conversions between arrays and Span<t> as well as ReadOnlySpan<t>.</t></t>
Disney+ brings back HDROn Disney+, premium subscribers can now watch HDR content again. Disney explains the temporary removal with legal proceedings.
Android 17: Google accelerates development and releases second betaGoogle is pushing development of Android 17: the second beta follows just two weeks after the first.
"NATO restricted": iPhones secure enough for defense allianceiPhones with iOS 26 are now approved for NATO classified information – in their standard configuration with common Apple apps.
Netflix gives up: Paramount can buy WarnerNetflix is not improving its offer for Warner Bros. – clearing the way for Paramount to buy the media company.
"Result of incompetence": US military shoots down US border police droneThe US military's actions in defending against drones have once again caused a stir: a drone belonging to a US authority was shot down with a laser.
