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DJI ‘remains committed to the US market’ as shelves go bare of drones
Is DJI exiting the US drone market? The company says no — but it would not explain to The Verge what has changed such that it can’t even keep a single drone on shelves. When I walked into my local Best Buy store today, June 24th, there were zero DJI drones available to purchase. There wasn’t even an empty spot…
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OpenAI and Jony Ive’s ‘IO’ brand has vanished, but their AI hardware deal remains
OpenAI has scrubbed mentions of io, the hardware startup co-founded by famous Apple designer Jony Ive, from its website and social media channels. The sudden change closely follows their recent announcement of OpenAI’s nearly $6.5 billion acquisition and plans to create dedicated AI hardware. OpenAI tells The Verge the deal is still happening, but it scrubbed mentions due to a…
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MSP security confidence remains high despite rising breaches, research finds
The latest research from cyber risk management specialist CyberSmart has revealed that more than two-thirds (69%) of MSPs were hit by multiple security breaches over the past year – but leaders remain confident in their security capabilities. The findings come from the second annual CyberSmart MSP Survey, conducted by OnePoll, which quizzed 900 MSP leaders across the UK, France, Belgium,…
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Tech layoffs surge even as US unemployment remains stable – Computerworld
Although the US unemployment rate held steady at 4.2% in May with 139,000 jobs added to the US workforce, nearly 100,000 layoffs were also announced — up 47% from last year, according to new data from the US Bureau of Labor Statistics and others. Tech and federal cuts led the way in layoffs, driven by economic pressure, programmatic firings and…
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‘Employers must look at the bigger picture’: Brits aren’t keen on going back to the office, and enterprises pushing for it risk a talent exodus – 48% of workers would quit if faced with a full RTO mandate as hybrid work remains popular
Faced with a full-time return to office (RTO) mandate, some employees might shell out for a season ticket, expand their office-casual wardrobe, and otherwise accept their fate — but half of professionals surveyed would consider simply quitting. That’s according to a survey about the ongoing debate over RTO mandates and hybrid working, with recruitment firm Hays revealing that 48% respondents…
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Demand for VR headsets remains low – Computerworld
Sales of virtual reality (VR) headsets fell by 12% in 2024 compared to the previous year, according to a new report from analyst firm Counterpoint. The decline markers the third year in a row sales have fallen — and it is mainly on the consumer side that demand is low. The best performer is Meta, which has a 77% market…
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Sustainability remains high on the channel agenda
Sustainability remains high on the priority list for the IT channel, according to new research from Agilitas IT Solutions. The firm’s annual report, conducted alongside research firm Censuswide, quizzed 250 channel figures working in UK-headquartered businesses with an annual turnover of more than £5 million on the topic of sustainability. Its findings reveal an uptick in the prioritization of sustainability…
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“OpenAI continues to be our partner on frontier models”: Microsoft is open to using a range of AI models in 365 Copilot, but OpenAI remains its go-to choice
Microsoft has clarified its stance on the models that will power its 365 Copilot service after reports suggested it was considering integrating third-party alternatives to OpenAI’s model range. Speculation around the two companies’ relationship emerged after a Reuters report last month claimed Microsoft had been “working on adding internal and third-party artificial intelligence models to power its flagship AI product…
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Dell, HP post underwhelming returns as PC market remains in a state of flux
Enterprise PC purchasers face a confusing state of affairs as revenue and share prices dip at some of the leading device manufacturers. Dell posted fourth quarter revenue expectations below Wall Street expectations according to reporting by Reuters, with executives noting that enterprise customers are being mindful of their PC and IT spending in the short term at a post-earnings conference…
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Internet access returns to Mozambique – but social media remains blocked
Mobile connections in Mozambique appear to be returning following three days of curfew-style internet blackouts, but social media platforms remain restricted, and usage of the best VPNs has soared over the last week. Data from VPN provider Surfshark’s Internet Shutdown Tracker showed the first restrictions occurred on October 25. Mobile internet traffic was disrupted as protests erupted following the announcement…
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