In this Tech Insight, we look at what Azure Foundry is, the challenges it addresses, its key features and benefits, and its role for businesses hoping to embrace the AI revolution. What Is Azure Foundry? Azure Foundry is Microsoft’s latest innovation in AI, offering a comprehensive single platform that unifies the design, deployment, and management of AI solutions while…
A recent study by US-based hosting provider Liquid Web has revealed that slow website performance is costing businesses thousands of pounds per year in revenue and draining resources at an alarming rate. Slow Websites Costing UK Businesses The study, which was based on a survey of 206 business owners from industries ranging from ecommerce to consulting, found that poor…
A new study from the University of British Columbia (UBC) has found that it’s how young people use social media, not how long they use it, that matters most in relation to their mental health. Challenging Common Beliefs About Social Media Use The groundbreaking study, led by psychology professor Dr. Amori Mikami, has challenged widespread assumptions about social media…
It’s been reported that Apple has advised on its discussion forum that force-closing apps on an iPhone can negatively impact device performance and battery life. Contrary to the common belief that swiping apps closed conserves battery, Apple has clarified that recently used apps are not actively running but are in a “standby mode”. Because they are suspended, they don’t actually…
Microsoft’s Digital Crimes Unit (DCU) has reported dismantling 240 fraudulent websites linked to an Egypt-based cybercrime group, thereby disrupting a key operation within the expanding “Phishing-as-a-Service” (PhaaS) industry. Central to the threat is the rapid rise of “Adversary-in-The-Middle” (AiTM) phishing attacks, which allow attackers to intercept and manipulate communications, bypassing multifactor authentication (MFA) protections. Microsoft’s latest report revealed a…
Researchers at the Korea Institute of Materials Science (KIMS) have developed a composite material capable of absorbing more than 99 per cent of electromagnetic waves across multiple frequencies. Could Transform Many Industries In an era where technology and sustainability must progress hand-in-hand, the ground-breaking ultra-thin, flexible film could transform industries ranging from energy and telecommunications to defence and environmental…
Once again, we continue in the theme of backing up your social-media accounts. Last week it was LinkedIn and this time it’s Facebook and Instagram. Not only is it important, it’s free.
Windows lets you hide specific folders so they don’t appear in File Explorer, providing a simple way to keep files private without additional software. Here’s how it works: To Hide a Folder: 1. Locate the Folder: – Open File Explorer and navigate to the folder you want to hide. 2. Change the Folder Properties: – Right-click the folder and…
The U.S. Department of Justice has proposed that Google divest its Chrome browser as part of efforts to break up the company’s alleged illegal monopoly in online search. The Path to DOJ’s Recommendation The DOJ’s recommendation follows a series of legal challenges aimed at curbing Google’s market dominance. For example, back in October 2020, the DOJ filed an antitrust…
With the Bluesky social media platform becoming the most downloaded app on both the US and UK Apple Stores as users switch from X following the US election, we take a closer look at what Bluesky is and what it offers users. What is Bluesky, and Who Owns It? Bluesky is a social media platform that has rapidly gained…
