Best smartwatch 2021: Apple Watch and more top picks

The first modern smartwatch, the Fossil Wrist PDA, launched in 2003 from Palm. Microsoft then followed up with its unique SPOT watch collection powered by MSN Direct services…

Cisco acquires Kenna Security, makers of a vulnerability management platform

Cisco on Friday announced it plans to acquire Santa Clara, Calif.-based Kenna Security, makers of a risk-based vulnerability management platform.  Kenna is the first significant…

Python programming: We want to make the language twice as fast, says its creator

Guido van Rossum, who created popular programming language Python 30 years ago, has outlined his ambitions to make it twice as fast – addressing a key weakness of Python compared to faster…

How to get a business loan: Everything you need to know

While small businesses face many challenges in today's economy, intrepid founders are still pursuing their dreams of ownership and growth. Even amid the chaos of 2020, thousands of new ventures…

Best video doorbell 2021: Ring isn’t your only option

The home security industry has been revolutionized with new technology, ranging from smart home sensors to smart locks to security video cameras. But one of the most subtle…

Kayo thanks cloud for successful bounce-back following COVID sports pause

Image: Getty Images In March 2020, live sports was paused in Australia in response to COVID-19.…

New Relic promotes president Bill Staples to CEO

New Relic on Thursday announced the promotion of Bill Staples to CEO, effective July 1. Founder and current CEO Lew Cirne will transition to the role of executive chairman of the board. Staples…

HelpSystems expands email, cloud security portfolio with acquisition of Agari, Beyond Security

HelpSystems has announced the acquisition of Agari and Beyond Security as the firm continues to expand its cybersecurity portfolio.  The financial details of the transactions…

Google rolls out privacy update, new ML features for Google Analytics

Google on Thursday released an update for its measurement and analytics products, including a significant privacy update for Google Analytics. The company said the new capabilities stem from…

Quantum computing: Intel’s cryogenic chip shows it can control qubits even in a deep freeze

Intel teamed up with QuTech to work on another approach to quantum control.     Image: Tim Herman / Intel Corporation …