The GIMP development team has made its highly anticipated GIMP 3.0 release candidate available for testing. The update boasts a revamped interface, improved color management, and support for advanced image formats. GIMP 3.0 introduces non-destructive editing capabilities, allowing users to make changes without altering the original image. A new “Merge Filters” checkbox enables instant merging … Read more
Apple has expanded its High Power Mode feature to more MacBook Pro and Mac mini models with the M4 Pro chip, according to Ars Technica’s report. The feature was previously limited to Apple’s highest-end “Max” chip, but now it is available on both 14-inch and 16-inch MacBook Pro models with a “Pro” chip. High Power … Read more
AMD has dealt a significant blow to Intel’s Arrow Lake CPU generation with the launch of its new Ryzen 7 9800X3D. The processor boasts nearly 50% higher gaming frame rates, lower power consumption, and cooler temperatures compared to its competitors. The AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D was revealed yesterday, following a wave of positive review scores, … Read more
Republicans made significant gains across the five boroughs on Tuesday, with more voters casting ballots for Donald Trump than any Republican presidential candidate in over two decades. The party’s success was fueled by opposition to a proposed homeless shelter in Bensonhurst, Brooklyn. Former NYPD sergeant Steve Chan, who won a State senate seat in Southern … Read more
As a defender of your organization’s security, you need to anticipate the tactics of attackers and fortify your castle walls. Hackers are constantly searching for weaknesses, whether it’s a weak password policy or a forgotten backdoor. To build a stronger defense, think like a hacker and anticipate their moves. The worst passwords are often the … Read more
IonQ Inc IONQ reported its third-quarter financial results after the market close on Wednesday, revealing a stronger-than-expected revenue and earnings performance. The company posted revenue of $12.4 million, surpassing estimates of $10.56 million and representing a 102% year-over-year increase. IonQ’s adjusted EPS came in at a loss of 24 cents, beating expectations of a 21-cent … Read more
Google has introduced a new utility extension for its Gemini AI assistant, expanding its capabilities and bridging the gap with its rival, Google Assistant. The update allows users to ask Gemini to perform various tasks, such as managing alarms, opening apps, and controlling media, previously exclusive to Google Assistant. The extension is rolling out starting … Read more
Researchers have made a groundbreaking discovery in the field of memory storage, revealing a material called indium selenide that can transform from a crystalline to glassy phase using very low power. This transformation is crucial for devices like CDs and computer RAMs. In contrast to traditional melt-quench processes, which require high temperatures and electrical pulses, … Read more
Billionaire supporters of President-elect Donald Trump are poised to wield significant influence over his second administration. Howard Lutnick, co-chair of Trump’s transition team and CEO of Cantor Fitzgerald, is drawing up shortlists for top government jobs with one condition: candidates must demonstrate unwavering loyalty to the president. Lutnick has been making calls to powerful businesspeople, … Read more
Professor Allan Lichtman, a presidential historian who correctly predicted 9 out of the last 10 US elections, is standing by his prediction that Vice President Kamala Harris will defeat former President Donald Trump in the upcoming election. Lichtman made this prediction in September and has maintained that he believes Harris will win. He cited various … Read more