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Automation Leverage in Turnaround Strategy

Automation Leverage in Turnaround Strategy Turnaround work is often described as a crisis discipline: reduce costs, preserve cash, stabilize operations and buy time. Those moves matter, but they are not enough. A durable turnaround also needs leverage: better systems, clearer information flows and repeatable execution. For Livio Andrea Acerbo , AI automation is useful in turnaround strategy when it improves the operating rhythm of a company. The point is not to add tools. The point is to remove friction from decisions that must happen every week. From cost control to operating clarity Cost control can stop the bleeding, but operating clarity creates the next phase. Teams need to know which products are profitable, which customers deserve attention, where working capital is trapped and which workflows create avoidable delay. Automation helps when it turns scattered data into a management cadence. Dashboards, exception reports, document summaries, pipeline reviews and cash visibi...

Surface Pro and Surface Laptop may only receive simple spec bumps

They would represent considerably better values, at least. Outside of a Core M-based entry level Surface Pro, all of the new machines would use Intel’s quad-core 8th-generation Core processors. Microsoft might not be quite so stingy with memory, either. Although the Core M-based Pro would stick with 4GB of RAM, all other configurations would include … Continue reading "Surface Pro and Surface Laptop may only receive simple spec bumps"

iPhone XS and iPhone XS Max reportedly hit with a charging bug

The brand new iPhone XS and iPhone XS Max handsets have only been in customers’ hands for a week, but already a problem has emerged – namely that some models don’t start charging when plugged into the mains if the screen is off when they’re connected. At the moment the issue is only anecdotal, but … Continue reading "iPhone XS and iPhone XS Max reportedly hit with a charging bug"

Elon Musk's Volunteer Army Out in Force at Buzzing Tesla Outlets

Elon Musk got sued and quickly settled with the SEC? Whatever. The big news for Janet Beach was finally getting her hands on the wheel of the Tesla … social experiment by Livio Acerbo #greengroundit

Relike lets you turn a Facebook page into a newsletter

French startup Ownpage has recently released a new product called Relike. Relike is one of the easiest ways to get started with email newsletters. You enter the web address of your Facebook page and that’s about it. The company automatically pulls your most recent posts from your Facebook page and lets you set up an … Continue reading "Relike lets you turn a Facebook page into a newsletter"

Brain-to-brain network allows three people to share their thoughts

The network relied on a combination of electroencephalograms to record electrical activity and transcranial magnetic stimulation to send info. Only one person could both send and receive data, but they also couldn’t see the full screen — that was up to two people who could send thoughts to the receiver. Those two would issue commands … Continue reading "Brain-to-brain network allows three people to share their thoughts"

Plantronics BackBeat FIT 2100 Review: Our Favorite Workout Headphones

In high school, my cross-country coach once counseled me to open my clenched fists. Stay relaxed, he said. The energy that you use to clench your fists is energy that you need for running. To this day, every time a shirt rides up or a shoe comes untied, I shout, “Noooo! I need this energy … Continue reading "Plantronics BackBeat FIT 2100 Review: Our Favorite Workout Headphones"

Air France blurs the lines in premium and business cabins

The advantage? It's often allowed on company travel policies that don't budget for full-blown business class. Now Air France is making a big push in … social experiment by Livio Acerbo #greengroundit #travel #tours

Reddito di Cittadinanza e Riforma Pensioni, Ecco i primi dettagli

Un sussidio monetario di 780 euro mensili per tre anni che scatterebbe al possesso di quattro requisiti, vale a dire ricerca attiva del lavoro, … by Livio Acerbo #greengroundit

Incidente di caccia ad Apricale, allertato anche l'elisoccorso

Un incidente di caccia è avvenuto verso le 8, nel territorio comunale di Apricale, sulla strada che porta a Perinaldo. Sono presenti sul posto i vigili del fuoco con il personale sanitario e i carabinieri. L'episodio sarebbe avvenuto in una zona … by Livio Acerbo #greengroundit #thisisnews

Carpooling service Klaxit partners with Uber for last-minute changes

French startup Klaxit connects drivers with riders so that you don’t have to take your car to work every day. And the company recently announced a new feature with the help of Uber. If your driver cancels your ride home, Klaxit will book an Uber for you. Klaxit is a ride-sharing startup that focuses on … Continue reading "Carpooling service Klaxit partners with Uber for last-minute changes"

Modern history: how the heritage business is embracing mobile tech

The heritage industry is an inherently conservative business, trading as it does in the past, and as such it can be wary of change, and relatively slow to innovate. However, faced with a new generation of visitors who’ve grown up using smartphones, computers and various other gadgets demanding an interactive experience rather than just looking … Continue reading "Modern history: how the heritage business is embracing mobile tech"

EU now recognizes digital IDs across borders

The move should mostly reduce paperwork, making it easier to enroll in universities, check your health records or set up bank accounts. You might even have the chance to create bank accounts in other EU countries without having to show up in person, although the European Commission is working with an expert group to prevent … Continue reading "EU now recognizes digital IDs across borders"

Breadcrumbs #today #machine_learning_ai #social #greengroundit #art

A ripple effect is a situation in which, like ripples expanding across the water when an object is dropped into it, an effect from an initial state can be followed outwards incrementally (source Medium)

Until data is misused, Facebook’s breach will be forgotten

We cared about Cambridge Analytica because it could have helped elect Trump. We ignored LocationSmart because even the though the company was selling and exposing the real-time GPS coordinates of our phones, it was never clear exactly if or how that data was misused. This idea, that privacy issues are abstract concepts for most people … Continue reading "Until data is misused, Facebook’s breach will be forgotten"

Una piazza rossa a Milano, le magliette anti-intolleranza riempiono il Duomo

Una piazza rossa e piena, completamente. Sono almeno 25mila le persone che hanno invaso piazza Duomo a Milano per la manifestazione contro il razzismo e contro ogni forma di intolleranza. In piazza ci sono i fazzoletti tenuti legati al collo dagli appartenenti all’Anpi (che organizza la manifestazione insieme con Aned e Sentinelli di Milano), le … Continue reading "Una piazza rossa a Milano, le magliette anti-intolleranza riempiono il Duomo"

Mouni Roy amps up her fashion quotient in Greece with a backless blue dress – see photo

The star has been sharing various photos from her latest vacay making all her followers fall in love with her travel style. Recently, she shared yet other … social experiment by Livio Acerbo #greengroundit #travel #tours

Ryder Cup live stream: how to watch Sunday’s Europe vs USA singles golf wherever you are

It’s looking more and more like a blue day, as the 2018 Ryder Cup reaches its exciting finale. There’s no doubt now that it’s Europe’s contest to lose, but stranger things have happened in sport and the USA are praying for a miracle. It’s time for the Day 3 singles and we’ll tell you how … Continue reading "Ryder Cup live stream: how to watch Sunday’s Europe vs USA singles golf wherever you are"

The Brett Kavanaugh Confirmation Hearings Top This Week’s Internet News Roundup

How best to describe this week? Oh, yes, this: < p class=”paywall”>It was the meme that captured the internet’s imagination, and provided a distraction from all the other news in the world last week. Because it the last seven days have pretty much been a garbage fire. Don’t believe us? Here’s what else was going … Continue reading "The Brett Kavanaugh Confirmation Hearings Top This Week’s Internet News Roundup"

Elon Musk’s SEC Lawsuit, Lyft’s Giveaway, and More Cars News

Tesla CEO Elon Musk managed to get himself into a spot of trouble—again. This week, the charismatic business maven was sued by the SEC, for a series of what the feds are calling “false and misleading” tweets about taking Tesla private. The CEO reportedly ripped up a potential settlement with the enforcement agency, confident that … Continue reading "Elon Musk’s SEC Lawsuit, Lyft’s Giveaway, and More Cars News"

Pensioni, non passa quota 41: ecco chi ci rimetterà

Nessun cambiamento in vista per le pensioni di vecchiaia (dall'anno prossimo scatta l'uscita a 67 anni) mentre per i lavoratori precoci (quelli che … by Livio Acerbo #greengroundit

Tim Berners-Lee project gives you more control over web data

The technology is built on existing web formats, although developers will need to integrate Solid into their apps and sites. The “first wave” of apps is in development right now, Inrupt said. There’s no certainty that Solid will see widespread adoption. Some internet companies may see data as one of their most prized possessions. They … Continue reading "Tim Berners-Lee project gives you more control over web data"

What the heck is going on with measures of programming language popularity?

I looked at the TIOBE index today, as I do every so often, as most of the software pros I know do every so often. It purports to measure the popularity of the world’s programming languages, and its popularity-over-time chart tells a simple story: Java and C are, and have been since time immemorial, by … Continue reading "What the heck is going on with measures of programming language popularity?"

@ArchCmc: @Agenzia_Ansa https://t.co/Q7hohOtQel

pic.twitter.com/Q7hohOtQel — Carlo M. Chiossi (@ArchCmc) September 30, 2018 from http://twitter.com/ArchCmc via IFTTT passing through @greengroundit by Livio Acerbo @lacer2k

Meteo, autunno pazzo: dopo sole e caldo tornano piogge e temporali

Dopo qualche giorno di tregua dal freddo, con sole e caldo quasi estivo, l'Italia sarà interessata da un nuovo peggioramento del meteo. Come riporta ilmeteo.it, già dalla sera di oggi, domenica 30 settembre, arriveranno le prime piogge sui settori … by Livio Acerbo #greengroundit #thisisnews

Cantieri, voli e trasferimenti: così Linate prepara lo stop nel 2019

Linate chiude. Malpensa (ri)diventa quasi un hub di Alitalia. Per i voli nazionali ed europei spuntano i bolidi da 300 posti usati per i viaggi negli Usa e in Asia. C’è chi li ritiene i tre mesi che potrebbero dare una risposta definitiva alla discussione, mai morta, sul ruolo e l’efficacia dei due scali milanesi. … Continue reading "Cantieri, voli e trasferimenti: così Linate prepara lo stop nel 2019"

Future battlefields: how the wars of tomorrow will be fought

Main image: How far are we from a future where battlefields where Terminator-style autonomous robots do the fighting instead of human soldiers?  It is often said that nothing ages quite so quickly as yesterday’s vision of tomorrow. In the mid-20th century, consumed by the aftermath of two world wars, the public was sold a chrome-plated … Continue reading "Future battlefields: how the wars of tomorrow will be fought"

5 takeaways on the state of AI from Disrupt SF

The promise of artificial intelligence is immense, but the roadmap to achieving those goals still remains unclear. Onstage at TechCrunch Disrupt SF, some of AI’s leading minds shared their thoughts on current competition in the market, how to ensure algorithms don’t perpetuate racism and the future of human-machine interaction. Here are five takeaways on the … Continue reading "5 takeaways on the state of AI from Disrupt SF"

California’s new laws bolster security for connected devices

The two laws take effect on January 1st, 2020, so there’s time for tech firms to build the features into their products. Some industry groups are anxious about the laws. The California Manufacturers and Technology Association (which includes companies like AT&T, Intel and Honeywell) told Government Technology in a statement that the state was “imposing … Continue reading "California’s new laws bolster security for connected devices"

On a 'voyage en voiture' through France

The next morning we drove to Lascaux to tour the newest reproduction of France's most famous caves, its paintings estimated to be 17,000 years old. social experiment by Livio Acerbo #greengroundit #travel #tours

Chi ci rimette col rinvio della "quota 41" sulle pensioni

Almeno se si parla di pensioni. I lavoratori nati dopo il 1957 che hanno cominciato a lavorare giovani ma oggi non hanno ancora raggiunto i 43 anni di … by Livio Acerbo #greengroundit

Intel, ESL and the future of esports in the UK

Last week, over 300 leading figures from sports, technology and esports attended the biggest esports business conference in Europe: ESI London. During the two-day conference, the esports industry’s best and brightest took part in discussions and debates surrounding the most pressing issues facing their field.  The primary focus: what does the future hold for the … Continue reading "Intel, ESL and the future of esports in the UK"

What each cloud company could bring to the Pentagon’s $10 B JEDI cloud contract

The Pentagon is going to make one cloud vendor exceedingly happy when it chooses the winner of the $10 billion, ten-year enterprise cloud project dubbed the Joint Enterprise Defense Infrastructure (or JEDI for short). The contract is designed to establish the cloud technology strategy for the military over the next 10 years as it begins … Continue reading "What each cloud company could bring to the Pentagon’s $10 B JEDI cloud contract"

La svolta di Trump: "Io e Kim Jong-un ci siamo innamorati"

Dall'odio profondo, Trump sembra essere passato a sentimenti decisamente più romantici nei confronti della Corea del Nord. Tanto che, durante un discorso ai suoi sostenitori in West Virginia, il presidente ha spiegato che con Kim Jong-un "ci siamo … by Livio Acerbo #greengroundit #thisisnews

App flaw let anyone access UK Conservative politicians’ data

Users entered the email addresses of major politicians, including Michael Gove and Boris Johnson, and promptly discovered info like mobile phone numbers. In some cases, people started messing with that data. One person changed Johnson’s photo to a porn image, while another altered Gove’s portrait to that of his former boss Rupert Murdoch. It was … Continue reading "App flaw let anyone access UK Conservative politicians’ data"

Two weeks with a $16,000 Hasselblad kit

For hobbyist photographers like myself, Hasselblad has always been the untouchable luxury brand reserved for high-end professionals. To fill the gap between casual and intended photography, they released the X1D — a compact, mirrorless medium format. Last summer when Stefan Etienne reviewed the newly released camera, I asked to take a picture. After importing the raw file … Continue reading "Two weeks with a $16,000 Hasselblad kit"

Ryder Cup 2018: How HPE Aruba is making this year’s tournament the most fan-friendly yet

Golf is famously a sport known for its respect for tradition and formality – but in the increasingly digital world of today, the sport has had to react to changing demands from fans and TV viewers across the world.  This weekend sees the 42nd Ryder Cup at the Le Golf National course just outside of … Continue reading "Ryder Cup 2018: How HPE Aruba is making this year’s tournament the most fan-friendly yet"

Digital IDs Are More Dangerous Than You Think

There are significant, real-world benefits to having an accepted and recognized identity. That’s why the concept of a digital identity is being pursued around the world, from Australia to India. From airports to health records systems, technologists and policy makers with good intentions are digitizing our identities, making modern life more efficient and streamlined. Governments … Continue reading "Digital IDs Are More Dangerous Than You Think"

Best Buy inadvertently sold Google’s next-gen Chromecast

While this could be just a visual refresh, The FCC recently greenlit a new Chromecast that would include Bluetooth and, potentially, more powerful WiFi. Although it’s not certain how Google would use Bluetooth, rumors have swirled of Google developing a game streaming service that could use the wireless format for gamepads. GroveStreetHomie couldn’t set up … Continue reading "Best Buy inadvertently sold Google’s next-gen Chromecast"

Spain looks to Chinese travelers for high-end tourism market

Spain's tourism industry is looking to Chinese tourists for its high-end market, … They not only travel abroad in the summer months when Spain has to … social experiment by Livio Acerbo #greengroundit #travel #tours

Divieto di cumulo per le pensioni: possibile lavorare dopo i 67 anni

I lavoratori che andranno in pensione grazie a Quota 100 dovranno firmare un documento in cui assicurano che dopo l'uscita dal mondo del lavoro … by Livio Acerbo #greengroundit

Di Maio: 'Arriva 'mani di forbice' per taglio sprechi'

"E' il più grande piano di investimenti della storia". Berlusconi: "Manovra va cambiata, impoverisce tutti". Video Player is loading. Play Video. Play. Mute. 0:00. /. 0:00. Loaded: 0%. Progress: 0%. Stream TypeLIVE. 0:00. Playback Rate. 1x. Chapters … by Livio Acerbo #greengroundit #thisisnews

Bots replacing office workers drive big valuations

Joanna Glasner Contributor More posts by this contributor Getting personal: Funding rises for software-driven tastemakers The alumni of these universities raised the most VC in the past year A lot of people still get paid to sit in offices and do repetitive tasks. In recent years, however, employers have been pushing harder to find ways … Continue reading "Bots replacing office workers drive big valuations"

Amazon's New Store Features Only 4-Star Products

On Thursday, the company opened its first Amazon 4-Star store, which sells only products that are rated four stars and above on Amazon.com. social experiment by Livio Acerbo #greengroundit

Things we are excited to see in Mate 20 launch in October

Apple released the iPhone XS last weekend with a price tag that can run as high as AED 6,000 (US$ 1,600) and as good of a phone as it is, you might want to wait some time before committing that much money. There are tons of new Android phones being announced in October from the … Continue reading "Things we are excited to see in Mate 20 launch in October"

Hurom H-AI Juicer Review: It’s Too Expensive, and Juice Isn’t All That Good for You Anyway

Driving across the border into Canada late this summer, the CBC anchor on the radio announced that a glut of blueberries had pushed their prices down to historic lows. Having brought a fancy new juicer with me, I sensed an opportunity. The juicer in the back of the car was a Hurom H-AI, a sort … Continue reading "Hurom H-AI Juicer Review: It’s Too Expensive, and Juice Isn’t All That Good for You Anyway"

MoviePass test reactivates accounts if users don’t opt out

That might sound great for fans of the one-movie-a-day scheme, except the recipients weren’t even given a choice. If they don’t opt out by October 4th, 9PM ET, then the credit card MoviePass has on file will automatically be charged $10 on a monthly basis again. That part could be easy to miss for those … Continue reading "MoviePass test reactivates accounts if users don’t opt out"

Pensioni, Quota 100 con doppio paletto. PENSIONI NEWS

Quota 100 tra età e contributi per andare in pensione nel 2019 avrà un doppio paletto: età minima a 62 anni e contributi a 38 anni. Il governo poi … by Livio Acerbo #greengroundit

The 2019 BMW i3 now has 153 miles of range thanks to a bigger battery

The BMW i3 is getting an upgraded battery — plus a bunch of other improvements —that will give the 2019 model about 153 miles of range. That’s roughly a 30% improvement from the previous model. The boost in range is noteworthy, yet it still lags behind the Chevy Bolt and the Tesla Model S, Model X … Continue reading "The 2019 BMW i3 now has 153 miles of range thanks to a bigger battery"

The ‘lazy’ option: Should you let a third-party outfit manage your website?

Read enough business journals, and you’ll encounter the expression ‘core business’ on a regular basis.  The phrase refers to the part of the company that creates, produces or services those things which are the intrinsic reason that the business exists. Most firms have departments like human resources and accounts that are important in operational terms, but aren’t ‘core business’ functions.  Some … Continue reading "The ‘lazy’ option: Should you let a third-party outfit manage your website?"

Lega, il giudice ordina il sequestro di 1,9 milioni all’ex legale Brigandì: “Patrocinio infedele”

Il Tribunale di Milano ha disposto un sequestro preventivo ai fini della confisca da quasi 1,9 milioni di euro a carico dell’avvocato Matteo Brigandì, storico legale in passato della Lega e dell’ex leader Umberto Bossi, a processo per patrocinio infedele e autoriciclaggio perché, secondo l’accusa, “quale avvocato della Lega (è parte civile, ndr)” rendendosi “infedele … Continue reading "Lega, il giudice ordina il sequestro di 1,9 milioni all’ex legale Brigandì: “Patrocinio infedele”"

Legislation Extends Lafayette Trail From Hinsdale to Hancock

Lafayette's tour of the nation, done at the invitation of President James … American Friends of Lafayette, the Consulate General of France in Boston, … social experiment by Livio Acerbo #greengroundit #travel #tours

Elon Musk is out as Tesla chairman

Elon Musk is finally facing some consequences for his August take-Tesla-private dance. The South African-born billionaire will step down as chairman … social experiment by Livio Acerbo #greengroundit

Tesla reportedly met its ambitious quarterly Model 3 production goal

The automaker reportedly made about 77,400 EVs in total over the time span, or 6,700 in that final week. You likely won’t get official figures from Tesla until well after the quarter ends. It may take weeks to verify these numbers. There’s no question that Tesla has been pulling out all the stops to boost … Continue reading "Tesla reportedly met its ambitious quarterly Model 3 production goal"

Spalletti rilancia Lautaro per il tris

Chiudere al meglio dieci giorni da favola, con la seconda gara consecutiva al Meazza viatico ideale per aumentare l'autostima e migliorare la classifica prima di tornare a respirare l'aria di Champions League mercoledì ad Eindhoven: «Una sfida che ci … by Livio Acerbo #greengroundit #thisisnews

Speed-Listening and the Trouble With ‘Podfasters’

Like you—like every delirious commuter—I savor podcasts. They’re a reprieve from my dead-eyed Twitter scroll. But unlike you, I don’t stress about missing an episode or four. In fact, I find comfort in the medium’s buffet of excess. Therefore I reserve special scorn for so-called podfasters: the tweakers who listen at 1.5X, 2X, even 3X … Continue reading "Speed-Listening and the Trouble With ‘Podfasters’"

Wikipedia article of the day for September 30, 2018 selected by Livio Acerbo Bot

The Wikipedia article of the day for September 30, 2018 is Jean Bolikango. Jean Bolikango (1909–1982) was a Congolese educator, writer, and conservative politician. He was Deputy Prime Minister of the Democratic Republic of the Congo (then Republic of the Congo), in September 1960 and from February to August 1962. Enjoying substantial popularity among the … Continue reading "Wikipedia article of the day for September 30, 2018 selected by Livio Acerbo Bot"

Ne-Yo wants to make Silicon Valley more diverse, one investment at a time

Dressed in a Naruto t-shirt and a hat emblazoned with the phrase “lone wolf,” Ne-Yo slouches over in a chair inside a Holberton School classroom. The Grammy-winning recording artist is struggling to remember the name of “that actor,” the one who’s had a successful career in both the entertainment industry and tech investing. “I learned about all … Continue reading "Ne-Yo wants to make Silicon Valley more diverse, one investment at a time"

Milano, aggredito e ferito tra la gente per strada: 40enne in gravi condizioni

Un uomo sulla quarantina d’anni, di origine nordafricana, è stato aggredito e ferito, sabato pomeriggio, intorno alle 16.30, in via Laura Ciceri Visconti, poco distante da viale Molise, a Milano. La vittima è stata soccorsa per strada in un lago di sangue, ferita, probabilmente, da una coltellata alla pancia. Il 40enne è stato portato in … Continue reading "Milano, aggredito e ferito tra la gente per strada: 40enne in gravi condizioni"

Picture of the day for September 30, 2018 selected by Livio Acerbo Bot

Wikipedia picture of the day on September 30, 2018: Purana tigrina is a species of cicada in the genus Purana found in Southeast Asia. This is a male. https://ift.tt/2OlG3oy

Wear OS 2.1 is now rolling out to Google-powered smartwatches

We reported back in August that Wear OS was getting a hefty update from Google, and the new code is apparently now rolling out to compatible smartwatches. You might want to check the update screen on your wearable and see if the software is ready to go. A lot of the new changes are cosmetic … Continue reading "Wear OS 2.1 is now rolling out to Google-powered smartwatches"

Elon Musk settles with SEC over fraud charge

The settlement tackles Musk’s behavior by “strengthening Tesla’s corporate governance and oversight,” SEC enforcement co-director Stephanie Avakian said. We’ve asked Tesla for comment, and the measure is still dependent on court approval. However, it’s not surprising that Musk would settle with the SEC so quickly, even after reports that he didn’t want to stain his … Continue reading "Elon Musk settles with SEC over fraud charge"

Solve, MIT’s take on social innovation challenges, may be different enough to work

Since McKinsey released a report on how best to use prizes to incentivize innovation nearly a decade ago, an entire industry has grown around social innovation challenges. The formula for these “save the world” competitions has become standard. Drum up a lot of buzz around an award. Partner with big names to get funding and … Continue reading "Solve, MIT’s take on social innovation challenges, may be different enough to work"

Elon Musk to Step Down as Tesla Chairman as Part of SEC Settlement

Elon Musk has agreed to step down as chairman of Tesla's board for three years as part of an agreement with the SEC to resolve a securities fraud … social experiment by Livio Acerbo #greengroundit

The Best Neato Vacuum is On Sale, and 17 More of Our Best Weekend Deals: Acer, Patagonia, Amazon

We have so many gaming deals this week that we’ve already updated our lists of PS4 and Switch bundles and deals. But if you’re not in the mood to sit in your living room and play video games all weekend (maybe next weekend?), we’ve consulted our pals at TechBargains to pull together a few more … Continue reading "The Best Neato Vacuum is On Sale, and 17 More of Our Best Weekend Deals: Acer, Patagonia, Amazon"

G-Eazy Professes His Love for Halsey as They Celebrate Her Birthday in Italy

G-Eazy paid tribute to his "queen" Halsey on Instagram on her 24th birthday, as the two celebrated it together with a romantic trip to Italy. social experiment by Livio Acerbo #greengroundit #travel #tours

Pensioni, salta quota 41 a prescindere dall'età: bisognerà avere almeno 62 anni

Dovranno semplicemente fare riferimento all'attuale pensione vecchiaia (che dal primo gennaio 2019 scatterà a 67 anni) oppure attendere, lavorando … by Livio Acerbo #greengroundit

Voice unlock and more advanced tech tipped for the Huawei Mate 20 Pro

As the official October 16 launch date of the Huawei Mate 20 Pro approaches, we’re hearing more and more about what to expect from Huawei’s latest premium handset. The latest leaks suggest the phone will come packed with some cutting-edge mobile tech. According to internal presentation slides obtained by Israeli tech site Girafa, we’re going … Continue reading "Voice unlock and more advanced tech tipped for the Huawei Mate 20 Pro"

Ponte Morandi, Toninelli: 'Avvio ricostruzione solo dopo dissequestro aerea'

"Voglio ribadirlo ancora una volta – ha proseguito il ministro – il mio obiettivo, al pari di quello dell'intera compagine governativa, è quello di assicurare al martoriato territorio di Genova la ricostruzione quanto più veloce possibile del Ponte … by Livio Acerbo #greengroundit #thisisnews

Some iPhone XS units won’t charge until you wake the screen

Wireless charging appears to be normal. We’ve asked Apple for comment on the issue. It’s not certain if the problem is hardware- or software-related, although the company has fixed charging issues through software in the past. It just recently patched an Apple Watch bug that prevented devices from charging, for instance. We wouldn’t be surprised … Continue reading "Some iPhone XS units won’t charge until you wake the screen"

Best Buy stocked an unannounced Chromecast ahead of Google’s hardware event

Google’s big hardware event, scheduled for October 9, is expected to feature the new Pixel 3 and Pixel 3 XL phones. But now we know that Google will probably reveal a third-generation model of Chromecast, thanks to one recent Best Buy customer who discovered the device on store shelves. Whoops. “GroveStreetHomie” detailed his experience on a … Continue reading "Best Buy stocked an unannounced Chromecast ahead of Google’s hardware event"

Elon Musk reportedly almost avoided a federal lawsuit — but then backed out

The Securities and Exchange Commission this week announced that it was suing Tesla chairman and CEO Elon Musk over his now-infamous August … social experiment by Livio Acerbo #greengroundit

Autonomous shuttle startup May Mobility expands to a third U.S. city

May Mobility launched its first low-speed autonomous shuttle service in Detroit this summer. By March, the Ann Arbor, Michigan-based company will be operating in at least three U.S. cities. The company, which just announced plans to expand to Columbus, Ohio, is planning to add another route in Grand Rapids, Michigan. It’s a rapid acceleration for … Continue reading "Autonomous shuttle startup May Mobility expands to a third U.S. city"

Real Madrid vs Atletico Madrid live stream: how to watch the La Liga derby online

Real Madrid vs Atletico Madrid – where and when The Madrid derby takes place at the famous Santiago Bernabeu Stadium on Saturday, September 29. Kick-off is at 8.45pm locally, which is 7.45pm BST, 2.45pm ET, 11.45am PT and 4.45am AET on Sunday morning.  Real Madrid have a chance to avenge the 4-2 Super Cup defeat … Continue reading "Real Madrid vs Atletico Madrid live stream: how to watch the La Liga derby online"

Air Travel: New Flights to Hawaii, Ski Country

Finally, in onboard product news this week, Air France announced the latest updates to its Economy and Premium Economy cabins. The new product … social experiment by Livio Acerbo #greengroundit #travel #tours

Meet ‘Minecraft: Dungeons,’ an adventure game with online co-op

[embedded content] While players are free to explore this new blocky universe, Dungeons is decidedly not an open-world game. It is, however, a passion project for a small team at Mojang, according to Chief Creative Officer Jens Bergensten. “When I think about Minecraft, I essentially think about it as the multiverse, like multiple universes,” Bergensten … Continue reading "Meet ‘Minecraft: Dungeons,’ an adventure game with online co-op"

Pensioni, quota 41 non passa. Ecco chi ci rimette

Roma, 29 settembre 2018 – Pensioni, chi sarà penalizzato dalla decisione del Governo di rinviare all'anno prossimo la discussione sull'uscita dal … by Livio Acerbo #greengroundit

Facebook is weaponizing security to erode privacy

At a Senate hearing this week in which US lawmakers quizzed tech giants on how they should go about drawing up comprehensive Federal consumer privacy protection legislation, Apple’s VP of software technology described privacy as a “core value” for the company. “We want your device to know everything about you but we don’t think we should,” Bud … Continue reading "Facebook is weaponizing security to erode privacy"

Facebook Wins, Facebook Losses, and More Security News This Week

This week has been hard for lots of people, for lots of reasons, but at least it’s over. As a parting shot, though, Facebook announced a security breach that affected at least 50 million people—and possibly as many as 90 million. Or who knows! Maybe more. It’s early days yet. Facebook hasn’t yet figured out … Continue reading "Facebook Wins, Facebook Losses, and More Security News This Week"

Aspetta il rientro dei vicini di casa, spara e fa una strage: tre morti a Cursi

Una strage si è verificata a Cursi, in provincia di Lecce. Verso le 23:10 a via Tevere, Roberto Pappadà, 57 anni, ex operaio ora disoccupato, era per strada. Dopo aver atteso il rientro a casa dei suoi vicini, ha esploso diversi colpi di pistola, una … by Livio Acerbo #greengroundit #thisisnews

What would happen to Tesla without Elon Musk at the helm?

Wall Street analysts are nervous about the prospect of Tesla without its founder in the driver's seat. … Apple survived without Steve Jobs, Brauer noted. social experiment by Livio Acerbo #greengroundit

Dancing, taunts and teabagging: how players abuse harmless in-game emotes

You’re playing an online video game in 2018, and you decide to be nice and wave a little ‘hello’ at your teammates for this round. Ten minutes later, you might be surrounded by anything ranging from ‘what a save’ or ‘thanks’ to an array of obnoxious emotes and pinging noises that are being used in … Continue reading "Dancing, taunts and teabagging: how players abuse harmless in-game emotes"

Dieci mesi allo stalker di Lara Comi, l’eurodeputata: “Questa sentenza sia motivo di speranza per tante donne”

È stato condannato a dieci mesi Giovanni Bernardini, imprenditore 47enne imputato a Busto Arsizio (Varese) per stalking nei confronti dell’eurodeputata di Forza Italia Lara Comi. Oltre alla condanna Bernardini dovrà pagare le spese processuali e versare 5mila euro all’eurodeputata che commenta così la sentenza: “Sono soddisfatta e ringrazio la giudice per la sensibilità dimostrata irrogando … Continue reading "Dieci mesi allo stalker di Lara Comi, l’eurodeputata: “Questa sentenza sia motivo di speranza per tante donne”"

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A ripple effect is a situation in which, like ripples expanding across the water when an object is dropped into it, an effect from an initial state can be followed outwards incrementally (source Medium)

Facebook will never be completely secure

“While I’m glad we found this, fixed the vulnerability, and secured the accounts that may be at risk,” Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg said, “the reality is we need to continue developing new tools to prevent this from happening in the first place.” His sentiment is correct: Facebook needs to prevent these sorts of breaches before … Continue reading "Facebook will never be completely secure"

As its own reports reveal the disaster of climate inaction, Trump proposes climate inaction

If the current presidential administration’s approach to climate change could be summarized in one sentence, it seems that sentence would be “smoke em if you got em.” By the administration’s own estimate, on its current course (if nations around the world do nothing more to respond to the climate change threat) the planet will warm … Continue reading "As its own reports reveal the disaster of climate inaction, Trump proposes climate inaction"

Fintan O'Toole: Gibraltar's experience exposes British Brexit lies

It is true, of course, that Gibraltar is not in the Schengen travel area while Spain is, so there are passport checks. Assuming, as everyone does, that the … social experiment by Livio Acerbo #greengroundit #travel #tours

Space Photos of the Week: Hubble Captures the Bubble

Behold the Bubble Nebula. Photographed by the Hubble Space Telescope in the Perseus Arm of the Milky Way, it looks, well, like a giant space bubble. Astronomers pin the blame for this blowup on a hot, bright star called SAO 20575, seen near the center of the nebula. The stellar wind from this O-class star … Continue reading "Space Photos of the Week: Hubble Captures the Bubble"

The Morning After: Facebook got hacked

Happy birthday!Facebook hack exposed info on up to 50 million users Early Friday, a white-hat hacker briefly promised to live stream a bid to access and delete Mark Zuckerberg’s Facebook account. He later canceled the stream and said he reported the bug, however, Facebook did not confirm if this was related to the attack it … Continue reading "The Morning After: Facebook got hacked"

Pensioni, Di Maio: "Nel 2019 risolveremo anche quota 41"

Roma, 29 settembre 2018 – Di Maio torna a parlare della manovra finanziaria 2019 e rassicura sugli effetti della scelta di innalzare il rapporto … by Livio Acerbo #greengroundit

Chelsea vs Liverpool live stream: how to watch today’s Premier League football online

Chelsea vs Liverpool – where and when Chelsea and Liverpool face off at The Blues’ home of Stamford Bridge in West London on Saturday, September 29. Kick-off is at 5.30pm BST, which is 12.30pm ET, 9.30am PT and 2.30am Sunday AET. The first major face-off of the fledgling Premier League title race is here as … Continue reading "Chelsea vs Liverpool live stream: how to watch today’s Premier League football online"

SEC charges Elon Musk with fraud

Elon Musk, Tesla‘s controversial CEO, is now being sued by the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) over his tweets last month about taking the company private, which allegedly hurt investors and disrupted the market. In the complaint, the SEC claims Musk made a series of “false and misleading statements” about his idea to take the … Continue reading "SEC charges Elon Musk with fraud"

Melchiorre Gioia, le vecchie case che non vedranno più la luce

«A New York saranno anche abituati a non avere la luce tolta dai grattacieli. Qui a Milano no … ». Il signor Amadeo Riva, 80 anni, originario del Perù e residente in via Bellani 2, affacciandosi alla finestra scuote la testa. Il suo palazzo e la casetta verde di fronte vivono all’ombra della Regione, a … Continue reading "Melchiorre Gioia, le vecchie case che non vedranno più la luce"

Lignano Sabbiadoro, minorenni massacrano di botte un coetaneo, poi postano il video sui social

Due minorenni hanno massacrato un coetaneo per costringerlo a consegnare loro tutti i soldi e hanno ripreso la violenza postando poi il filmato sui social. La vittima è stata sottoposta a intervento chirurgico alla mandibola e giudicata guaribile in 30 … by Livio Acerbo #greengroundit #thisisnews

Intel acknowledges supply issues, will prioritize premium chips

Intel interim CEO Bob Swan issued an uncharacteristically frank letter today, highlighting the company’s supply issues. The executive blames the surprising growth of an unexpectedly rebounding PC industry for the shortage. Swan says that rebound is driven by “strong demand for gaming as well as commercial systems.” It’s a bit of a perfect storm here. … Continue reading "Intel acknowledges supply issues, will prioritize premium chips"

Elon Musk vs. the SEC: The Tesla billionaire gears up for the fight of his career

Now, Tesla chief Elon Musk is embracing the same kind of combative … of the video-streaming site Twitch, which Amazon bought for $970 million. social experiment by Livio Acerbo #greengroundit

Forget all the other tech in the 2018 Ford Expedition – this is a USB charging monster

[unable to retrieve full-text content] social experiment by Livio Acerbo #greengroundit #techradar http://www.techradar.com/news/forget-all-the-other-tech-in-the-2018-ford-expedition-this-is-a-usb-charging-monster

ITC judge denies Qualcomm’s request, won’t stop iPhone imports

While the patent lawsuit battle between Qualcomm and Apple is far from over — remember how long it took for things to get settled with Samsung? — we do have an update. On Friday, U.S. International Trade Commission judge Thomas Pender found (PDF) that the iPhones violate one of Qualcomm’s patents, but still refused to … Continue reading "ITC judge denies Qualcomm’s request, won’t stop iPhone imports"

Channel Your Inner Fred Flintstone in This Peddle-Powered Car

There aren’t many ways to make traffic jams productive. You can make phone calls, listen to audio books, or practice your calming breathing exercises. But none of them help you escape the reality of being trapped in a metal box, surrounded by thousands of other metal boxes, all performing a dance forwards, slowly, foot by … Continue reading "Channel Your Inner Fred Flintstone in This Peddle-Powered Car"

Online education unicorn Udacity has quietly laid off 5% of staff — at least 25 people — since August

Online education is a $160 billion+ industry today, but as it continues to mature, there are some inevitable ebbs and flows. In the latest development, TechCrunch has learned and confirmed that Udacity — the $1 billion startup co-founded by Sebastian Thrun that specialises in “nanodegrees” in tech subects that range from AI and coding through … Continue reading "Online education unicorn Udacity has quietly laid off 5% of staff — at least 25 people — since August"

Interview: Spain looks to Chinese travelers for high-end tourism market — business leader

28 (Xinhua) — Spain's tourism industry is looking to Chinese tourists for its … They not only travel abroad in the summer months when Spain has to … social experiment by Livio Acerbo #greengroundit #travel #tours

Pensioni. Furlan

28 settembre 2018 – "È sacrosanto alzare le pensioni minime. Ma le risorse finanziarie bisogna prenderle dalla fiscalita' generale facendo pagare chi … by Livio Acerbo #greengroundit

Sony confirms PlayStation Experience won’t happen this year

“Now that we have Spider-Man out the door, we’re looking down in 2019 to games like Dreams and Days Gone but we wouldn’t have enough to bring people all together in some location in North America to have that event,” he said. “We don’t want to set expectations really high and then not deliver.” Over … Continue reading "Sony confirms PlayStation Experience won’t happen this year"

10 innovative toys your kids should be playing with

Main image: Anki’s Vector robot The advent of cheaper processors and some clever software flourishes has meant that we’re seeing a huge rise in connected toys that interact with children, as opposed to those children simply play with – and there’s a smart element to these toys that elevates them above more basic kid-friendly gadgets.  … Continue reading "10 innovative toys your kids should be playing with"

R.Emilia, spedizione punitiva contro studente: denunciati 3 fratelli

I carabinieri di Reggio Emilia hanno denunciato tre fratelli di 16, 25 e 28 anni per concorso in lesioni aggravate. Avrebbero organizzato una spedizione punitiva contro uno studente. La vittima è un 18enne residente a Rio Saliceto. A organizzare l … by Livio Acerbo #greengroundit #thisisnews

Y Combinator is changing up the way it invests

To keep up with the growing sizes of early-stage funding rounds, Y Combinator announced this morning that it will increase the size of its investments to $150,000 for 7 percent equity starting with its winter 2019 batch. Based in Mountain View, Calif., YC funds and mentors hundreds of startups per year through its 12-week program that … Continue reading "Y Combinator is changing up the way it invests"

Voting Machines Are Still Absurdly At Risk

While Russian interference operations in the 2016 US presidential elections focused on misinformation and targeted hacking, officials have scrambled ever since to shore up the nation’s vulnerable election infrastructure. New research, though, shows they haven’t done nearly enough, particularly when it comes to voting machines. The report details vulnerabilities in seven models of voting machines … Continue reading "Voting Machines Are Still Absurdly At Risk"

Facebook’s Massive Security Breach: Everything We Know

Facebook’s privacy problems severely escalated Friday when the social network disclosed that an unprecedented security issue, discovered September 25, impacted almost 50 million user accounts. Unlike the Cambridge Analytica scandal, in which a third-party company erroneously accessed data that a then-legitimate quiz app had siphoned up, this vulnerability allowed attackers to directly take over user … Continue reading "Facebook’s Massive Security Breach: Everything We Know"

10 Dishes You Cannot Leave France Without Eating

Anthony Peregrine offers a guide to the 10 dishes all visitors to France must find time for. social experiment by Livio Acerbo #greengroundit #travel #tours

Intel admits ‘tight’ supply for cheap PC chips, focuses on high-end

An Open Letter from Bob Swan, Intel CFO and Interim CEOTo our customers and partners, The first half of this year showed remarkable growth for our industry. I want to take a moment to recap where we’ve been, offer our sincere thanks and acknowledge the work underway to support you with performance-leading Intel products to … Continue reading "Intel admits ‘tight’ supply for cheap PC chips, focuses on high-end"

The US government just sued Elon Musk for misleading investors about taking Tesla private

The US Securities and Exchange Commission filed a lawsuit today (Sept. 27) accusing Tesla chief executive Elon Musk of misleading investors in his … social experiment by Livio Acerbo #greengroundit

LG Watch W7 smartwatch will allegedly launch alongside the LG V40

LG is set to reveal the LG V40 ThinQ smartphone on October 3, but a new report claims the company will unveil something else: the W7 smartwatch, which is said to combine the mechanical hands of an analog wristwatch with a digital display powered by Google’s Wear OS platform. Previous rumors suggested that LG’s next … Continue reading "LG Watch W7 smartwatch will allegedly launch alongside the LG V40"

Avola, fermato il giovane assassino dell'infermiera Ha confessato, senza spiegare le ragioni del delitto

È stato arrestato sul lungomare di Avola Giuseppe Lanteri, il 19enne accusato del femminicidio di Loredana Lopiano, 47enne infermiera, avvenuto ieri mattina sulla porta di casa della donna, in via Savonarola. La polizia lo ha fermato poco dopo la … by Livio Acerbo #greengroundit #thisisnews

Wikipedia article of the day for September 29, 2018 selected by Livio Acerbo Bot

The Wikipedia article of the day for September 29, 2018 is John de Gray. John de Gray (died 1214) was a medieval English Bishop of Norwich. He was employed in the service of King John even before the coronation, for which de Gray was rewarded with various ecclesiastical offices, culminating in his pro forma election … Continue reading "Wikipedia article of the day for September 29, 2018 selected by Livio Acerbo Bot"

Picture of the day for September 29, 2018 selected by Livio Acerbo Bot

Wikipedia picture of the day on September 29, 2018: Nave of the church of St. Michael in Ellmau (Tyrol, Austria). View from the main entrance towards the altar. https://ift.tt/2xYLqQr

spot of bother: Word of the day for September 29, 2018 selected by Livio Acerbo Bot

spot of bother , n : (idiomatic) A slight problem; a small predicament.

What Instagram users need to know about Facebook’s security breach

Even if you never log into Facebook itself these days, the other apps and services you use might be impacted by Facebook’s latest big, bad news. In a follow-up call on Friday’s revelation that Facebook has suffered a security breach affecting at least 50 million accounts, the company clarified that Instagram users were not out … Continue reading "What Instagram users need to know about Facebook’s security breach"

The Facebook Security Meltdown Exposes Way More Sites Than Facebook

On Friday, Facebook revealed that it had suffered a security breach that impacted at least 50 million of its users, and possibly as many as 90 million. What it failed to mention initially, but revealed in a followup call Friday afternoon, is that the flaw affects more than just Facebook. If your account was impacted … Continue reading "The Facebook Security Meltdown Exposes Way More Sites Than Facebook"

Facebook reportedly avoided DOJ wiretap of Messenger calls

Court filings have shown that the government was able to intercept phone calls and Messenger texts during its investigation, but three Messenger voice calls of interest were inaccessible. And while federal law requires telecommunications companies to provide law enforcement with access to phone calls when presented with a wiretap order, internet-based services aren’t covered under … Continue reading "Facebook reportedly avoided DOJ wiretap of Messenger calls"

Black Friday and Cyber Monday 2018: predictions of the best deals in the US

Our Black Friday and Cyber Monday 2018 predictions are underway in the US, and that means we’re scouting the internet for the biggest price drops early. It’s officially deals season because the official Black Friday date is November 23 this year – less than two months before the big post-Thanksgiving invented holiday. What will be on … Continue reading "Black Friday and Cyber Monday 2018: predictions of the best deals in the US"

Facebook is blocking users from posting stories about its security breach

Some users are reporting that they are unable to post today’s big story about a security breach affecting 50 million Facebook users. The issue appears to only affect particular stories from certain outlets, at this time one story from The Guardian and one from the Associated Press, both reputable press outlets. When going to share the … Continue reading "Facebook is blocking users from posting stories about its security breach"

Air Transat adds Split Croatia to flight schedule

“We've seen great interest in Croatia since we started flying there in 2016. That's why Air Transat is proud to be meeting this demand even better by … social experiment by Livio Acerbo #greengroundit #travel #tours

Riforma delle pensioni

La recente riforma delle pensioni, con la proposta di quota 100, contiene importanti novità per i lavoratori. Ma cosa comporta il calcolo della pensione … by Livio Acerbo #greengroundit

17 people charged in a string of Apple store robberies

“Organized retail thefts cost California business owners millions and expose them to copycat criminals,” said Attorney General Xavier Becerra. “Ultimately, consumers pay the cost of this merchandise hijacking. We will continue our work with local law enforcement authorities to extinguish this mob mentality and prosecute these criminals to hold them accountable.” Oakland Police Chief Anne … Continue reading "17 people charged in a string of Apple store robberies"

Gadget Lab Podcast: Oculus Quest, Elon Musk and the SEC, and More

If it seems like all of the news has been centered around this week’s Senate Judiciary Committee hearing and you’re wondering what tech news you might have missed, then this is the podcast episode for you. On this week’s Gadget Lab we discuss the abrupt departure of Instagram’s co-founders from Facebook; Twitter’s ban on dehumanizing … Continue reading "Gadget Lab Podcast: Oculus Quest, Elon Musk and the SEC, and More"

WWF’s Ming Yao on why China’s ivory trade ban matters

WWF’s Ming Yao on why China’s ivory trade ban matters <img width="660" height="495" alt="" src="https://c402277.ssl.cf1.rackcdn.com/photos/16188/images/simple_style_full/Medium_WW1113482.jpg?1538162804" />China made it illegal to buy and sell elephant ivory at the end of last year, and the law is already producing positive results. Among 2,000 people surveyed across 15 Chinese cities with ivory markets, those who previously said that … Continue reading "WWF’s Ming Yao on why China’s ivory trade ban matters"

Decreto Genova e Terzo Valico potrebbero essere i simboli della ripresa nazionale

di Elvio Bordignon. ROMA – La Liguria in questi giorni è al centro dell'attenzione nazionale in quanto si sta attendendo l'approvazione del decreto Genova dal Quirinale e notizie sul proseguimento dell'opera del Terzo valico, elementi che possono … by Livio Acerbo #greengroundit #thisisnews

Get a Gigabyte Radeon RX 570 graphics card for only $150 right now

Now that Bitcoin Mining is old news and Nvidia Turing GPUs are out, we’re seeing some incredibly low-priced graphic cards. Case in point: Newegg is selling a Gigabyte Radeon RX 570 with 4GB of video memory for only $149 – that’s almost 50% lower than its usual $279 selling price. Gigabyte Radeon RX 570 4GB … Continue reading "Get a Gigabyte Radeon RX 570 graphics card for only $150 right now"

US government loses bid to force Facebook to wiretap Messenger calls

US government investigators have lost a case to force Facebook to wiretap calls made over its Messenger app. A joint federal and state law enforcement effort investigating the MS-13 gang had pushed a district court to hold the social networking giant in contempt of court for refusing to permit real-time listening in on voice calls. … Continue reading "US government loses bid to force Facebook to wiretap Messenger calls"

LG may unveil a hybrid Wear OS watch October 3rd

Half a year later, this will launch alongside the LG V40 ThinQ as the LG Watch W7. https://t.co/vEXJ6BOvvG — Evan Blass (@evleaks) September 28, 2018 The watch’s existence was reported earlier this year, with FCC filings suggesting it would include a 1.2-inch display, 768MB RAM and 4GB of storage but no GPS or NFC functions. … Continue reading "LG may unveil a hybrid Wear OS watch October 3rd"

Blok.Party raises $10M, will adapt Settlers of Catan to its blockchain game console

Blok.Party, the company that built the upcoming PlayTable game console, announced today it raised $10 million in new funding. It’s also unveiling a big content partnership, where Blok.Party will create its own version of the popular board game Settlers of Catan. I first wrote about Blok.Party and PlayTable earlier this year, when co-founder and CEO … Continue reading "Blok.Party raises $10M, will adapt Settlers of Catan to its blockchain game console"

Il manifesto per tasse più giuste: ecco la ricetta per la vera equità fiscale

«I crediti inesigibili (non più riscuotibili) dell'Agenzia Entrate (che “accerta”, ogni anno, 60-70 miliardi di euro incassandone meno di 8) frutto, in gran … by Livio Acerbo #greengroundit

Mass tourism threatens Croatia's Game of Thrones city Dubrovnik, and it's getting worse

Marc van Bloemen has lived in the old town of Dubrovnik, the Croatian … in which the increase in people travelling means stand-out sites – particularly … social experiment by Livio Acerbo #greengroundit #travel #tours

‘Fortnite’ Season 6 Lands, and the Rest of the Week in Games

This week’s Replay is all about the power of gaming communities—the power they have to make ongoing games really entertaining, the power they have to put pressure on corporations, and the power they have to, well, be really quirky and odd. Let’s go! Fortnite‘s New Season Lands with Spooky Aplomb First up, the biggest news … Continue reading "‘Fortnite’ Season 6 Lands, and the Rest of the Week in Games"

How to watch George Groves vs Callum Smith: live stream the boxing online from anywhere

It’s fight night and it’s all to play for as George Groves takes on Callum Smith at the King Abdullah Sports City in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. The British duo are competing for the super middleweight title of the inaugural Boxing Super Series, with Groves’ WBA world title also on the line.  Groves vs Smith fight – … Continue reading "How to watch George Groves vs Callum Smith: live stream the boxing online from anywhere"

The best antivirus is not traditional antivirus

Why you should trust us As writers and editors for Wirecutter, we have combined decades of experience with different computers and mobile devices, and their inherent vulnerabilities. We spent dozens of hours for this guide reading results from independent labs like AV-Test and AV-Comparatives, features at many publications such as Ars Technica and PCMag, and … Continue reading "The best antivirus is not traditional antivirus"

Breadcrumbs #today #machine_learning_ai #social #greengroundit #art

A ripple effect is a situation in which, like ripples expanding across the water when an object is dropped into it, an effect from an initial state can be followed outwards incrementally (source Medium)

Last day to buy early-bird tickets for TC Sessions: AR/VR 2018

Holy smokes, TC Sessions: AR/VR 2018 is less than a month away, and it’s going to be an epic, day-long event. But listen up tech fans, the following reality is neither augmented nor virtual: our $99 early-bird ticket price — a 50 percent savings — ends today. If you want to join us in Los … Continue reading "Last day to buy early-bird tickets for TC Sessions: AR/VR 2018"

Avola, fermato il presunto assassino dell'infermiera: è un 19enne ex fidanzato della figlia

Svolta nelle indagini sull'assassinio di Loredana Lo Piano, l'infermiera di 47 anni di Avola (Siracusa) accoltellata davanti l'uscio di casa. E' stato fermato nella notte il giovane accusato di avere ucciso l'infermiera raggiunta da diversi fendenti … by Livio Acerbo #greengroundit #thisisnews

Rho, incendio distrugge il gattile: morti oltre 100 mici

Secondo le prime informazioni raccolte dai vigili del fuoco, sembra sia stato un corto circuito del quadro elettrico la causa dell’incendio divampato intorno alle 3 di notte al gattile di Rho (Milano), che ha provocato la morte di un centinaio di gatti che si trovavano nelle gabbie. Si sono salvati solo alcuni cani e i … Continue reading "Rho, incendio distrugge il gattile: morti oltre 100 mici"

The best web browsing laptops

Thanks to cloud services like Google Docs and Microsoft Office Online, more and more of our everyday computing is happening in a web browser. That means when you’re looking for a new laptop, you no longer need to look for the biggest possible hard drive or the most powerful processor. Instead, you can prioritise weight, … Continue reading "The best web browsing laptops"

Verizon hits 1.45Gbps 4G LTE speeds in New York

The milestone saw it aggregate six channels of spectrum (both licensed and shared — a first in the US). According to Verizon VP of Technology Planning and Development, Bill Stone, the company is laying a “foundation” for its “evolution into 5G.” The trial involved aggregating four carriers of licence-assisted access (LTE-LAA) spectrum with licensed PCS … Continue reading "Verizon hits 1.45Gbps 4G LTE speeds in New York"

Last day to apply for TC Top Picks at Disrupt Berlin 2018

This is the day that one of the great early-stage startup opportunities comes to a grinding halt, friends. Today, September 28, is the last day you can apply to be a TC Top Pick at Disrupt Berlin 2018. It’s your last shot to exhibit in Startup Alley for free. Your final chance for incredible access … Continue reading "Last day to apply for TC Top Picks at Disrupt Berlin 2018"

Personal Income and Outlays, August 2018

Personal Income and Outlays, August 2018 Personal income increased $60.3 billion (0.3 percent) in August according to estimates released today by the Bureau of Economic Analysis. Disposable personal income (DPI) increased $51.4 billion (0.3 percent) and personal consumption expenditures (PCE) increased $46.4 billion (0.3 percent). Full Text Published September 28, 2018 at 02:30PM Read more … Continue reading "Personal Income and Outlays, August 2018"

Milano, è online il geoportale del patrimonio verde della città

Di che specie è l’albero che si trova di fronte alla tua finestra? Qual è l’area cani più vicina a casa? Dove sono le giostre più vicine per il tuo bambino? Da oggi tutti possono conoscere tutte le caratteristiche del verde pubblico gestito dal Comune di Milano attraverso l’appalto di Global Service grazie alla mappatura … Continue reading "Milano, è online il geoportale del patrimonio verde della città"

Def, intesa raggiunta: ecco cosa ha deciso il Governo su pensioni e reddito di cittadinanza

Mai un aggiornamento del documento di economia e finanza ha avuto così clamore, ma la posta in gioco era troppo alta: tenere il punto delle … by Livio Acerbo #greengroundit

Sailing The World With Sebastus

Sebastus is a travel agency focused exclusively on sail trips offering 12,000 boats for rent in 77 countries. Headquartered in Croatia, the company … social experiment by Livio Acerbo #greengroundit #travel #tours

Microsoft will hammer the final nail into Skype Classic’s coffin in November

Microsoft is ending support for Skype Classic (also known as Skype 7) in November. The desktop version will receive no new updates or security patches after November 1, and the mobile version will be dropped on November 15. The company announced the decision on its Skype blog, and urged users to upgrade now to avoid … Continue reading "Microsoft will hammer the final nail into Skype Classic’s coffin in November"

Darpa Goes Underground for Its Most Daring Robot Extravaganza Yet

On Thursday, Darpa gathered roboticists in the Louisville Mega Cavern, in Kentucky, and gave them a mission: Design robots to navigate a grueling subterranean course of tunnels and caves, some of the most unforgiving environments on Earth. They’re calling it the Subterranean Challenge, but you may as well call it the Death to All Robots … Continue reading "Darpa Goes Underground for Its Most Daring Robot Extravaganza Yet"

Lending platform Funding Circle raises £300M in London IPO, valuing it at £1.5B, as investor interest cools

Another fintech startup has made the leap into publicly-traded company: Funding Circle, the peer-to-peer lending platform for small and medium businesses that was originally founded in the UK, opened for trading today on the London Stock Exchange. It was a positive, if not stratospheric, debut. Trading under FNIG.L, its stock opened at 460 pence, only … Continue reading "Lending platform Funding Circle raises £300M in London IPO, valuing it at £1.5B, as investor interest cools"

The Morning After: The SEC sued Elon Musk

‘Bigger and better in every way that counts.’Apple Watch Series 4 review: Small tweaks make a big impact The entry-level, 40m Apple Watch Series 4 starts at $399 — $70 more than the model it replaces. Ultimately, though, all the little improvements have made a lasting impact on the overall Apple Watch experience. The combination … Continue reading "The Morning After: The SEC sued Elon Musk"

Boom dei tassi dei titoli di Stato italiani, Btp al 3%. Spread vola a 258

Avvio carico di tensioni sul mercato telematico per i titoli di Stato italiani dopo il rapporto deficit/pil previsto al 2,4% per tre anni nella nota di aggiornamento al Def: nei primissimi scambi il rendimento del Btp a 10 anni sale di 12 punti base … by Livio Acerbo #greengroundit #thisisnews

Teen traveler bitten by the travel bug: DLHS freshman, Jacy Eckhoff, is hooked on adventure

Teen traveler bitten by the travel bug: DLHS freshman, Jacy Eckhoff, is hooked on … Jacy's first trip to Spain was a birthday gift from her grandparents. social experiment by Livio Acerbo #greengroundit #travel #tours

People, pace and the productivity puzzle

Business leaders and economists have been perplexed by the UK’s ever-increasing productivity problem for several years now. Two-thirds of UK employees work for companies with productivity levels below the national average. There are a myriad of factors impacting current productivity levels. While the stakes are high and there are no quick fixes, the potential is … Continue reading "People, pace and the productivity puzzle"

Get your tickets to TechCrunch Startup Battlefield Africa 2018

We absolutely love the thrill that comes from watching innovative tech startups launch their products to the world. It’s even more exciting when they’re competing head-to-head, and that’s exactly what’s going to happen at TechCrunch Startup Battlefield Africa 2018 on December 11 in Lagos, Nigeria. TechCrunch editors have selected the cream of Sub-Saharan Africa’s crop — … Continue reading "Get your tickets to TechCrunch Startup Battlefield Africa 2018"

Pensioni, Quota100 e LdB 2019, Di Maio e Salvini battono Tria: 'Basta con la Fornero'

Luigi Di Maio e Matteo Salvini vincono il braccio di ferro con il ministro dell'Economia, Giovanni Tria, in merito alla Legge di Bilancio 2019. La Nota di … by Livio Acerbo #greengroundit

Cartoon Network will livestream virtual ‘Minecraft’ convention

It’s almost time for Minecon — an annual convention exclusively for Minecraft — and like last year, you can watch the whole event from the comfort of your living room. Cartoon Network will broadcast the 90-minute event on its YouTube channel (which is sadly geoblocked) on September 29th, Saturday, starting at at 11:30 AM ET. … Continue reading "Cartoon Network will livestream virtual ‘Minecraft’ convention"

Photography That Turns Architecture into Abstract Art.

[unable to retrieve full-text content] social experiment by Livio Acerbo #greengroundit #wired https://www.wired.com/amp-stories/building-photography-abstract-art

With his internet cut off, Julian Assange steps down as editor of WikiLeaks

WikiLeaks has a new top dog. Its contentious figurehead and founder, Julian Assange, will step aside, letting former WikiLeaks spokesperson Kristinn Hrafnsson take the reins due to what WikiLeaks calls “extraordinary circumstances” that have seen Assange “held incommunicado.” Assange created the organization in 2006 and has served as its editor-in-chief ever since. Hrafnsson, an Icelandic … Continue reading "With his internet cut off, Julian Assange steps down as editor of WikiLeaks"

«Napolitano terrone»: un anno di servizi sociali per Bossi

La procura di Brescia ha emesso un ordine di carcerazione per l'ex senatore Umberto Bossi (Lega) che definì «terrone» il presidente della Repubblica Giorgio Napolitano. L'ordine segue la condanna già sentenziata in via definitiva a un anno e 15 giorni. by Livio Acerbo #greengroundit #thisisnews

Greece cyclone chaos as gale force winds hammer Brit tourist hotspots causing flight delays …

More than two million Brits holiday in Greece each year, including the 500,000 or so whom visit Crete. Crete is Greece's largest island and boasts … social experiment by Livio Acerbo #greengroundit #travel #tours

Zeiss launches ZX1 full-frame camera

If you thought all the big announcements had been and gone at Photokina 2018, think again. Zeiss has just announced the its first full-frame camera, the ZX1. The Zeiss ZX1 features a 37.4MP full-frame sensor with a leaf shutter, meaning you’ll be able to sync your flash at whatever shutter speed you desire, while the … Continue reading "Zeiss launches ZX1 full-frame camera"

Google Clips update lets you capture more moments

Google is rolling out an update for Clips, its hands-free camera that automatically records short video segments when it determines something interesting is going on. When we reviewed the camera earlier this year, one of our complaints was how unpredictable it was. It wasn’t fully clear why certain events were captured when others weren’t, and … Continue reading "Google Clips update lets you capture more moments"

Giorgetti: «Olimpiadi a due? C’è il sostegno del governo, ma niente fondi»

«Il governo vede con favore l’organizzazione delle Olimpiadi: se la proposta a due punte dimostrerà di sopperire a tutte le esigenze, il sostegno del governo non mancherà». Lo ha dichiarato il sottosegretario alla presidenza del Consiglio con delega allo sport Giancarlo Giorgetti parlando dell’ipotesi di una candidatura Milano-Cortina per ospitare i Giochi Olimpici invernali del … Continue reading "Giorgetti: «Olimpiadi a due? C’è il sostegno del governo, ma niente fondi»"

Our 3 favorite startups from Urban-X’s 4th demo day

Urban-X, the urban-tech startup accelerator backed by BMW MINI and early-stage urban-tech fund Urban.Us, hosted a demo day today for its fourth cohort of companies at its Brooklyn HQ.  The seven presenting companies offered solutions to issues plaguing modern cities, including toll-road pricing, energy and construction management, and even the inefficiencies of modern cycling helmets. In … Continue reading "Our 3 favorite startups from Urban-X’s 4th demo day"

Picture of the day for September 28, 2018 selected by Livio Acerbo Bot

Wikipedia picture of the day on September 28, 2018: Citroën 2CV “Charleston”, built from 1980 to 1990, photographed in front of Bad Wörishofen https://ift.tt/2NOF3dh

Tesla CEO Elon Musk calls SEC fraud charges an 'unjustified action'

Tesla CEO Elon Musk described fraud charges filed Thursday by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission an “unjustified action” that has left … social experiment by Livio Acerbo #greengroundit

The SEC Is Suing Elon Musk (It’s the Tweets)

In a lawsuit filed Thursday, the SEC alleges that Elon Musk made “false and misleading statements” as the head of a public company in a series of August tweets about taking Tesla private. “Am considering taking Tesla private at $420,” the CEO wrote on August 7, around 1 pm. “Funding secured.” The company’s stock shot … Continue reading "The SEC Is Suing Elon Musk (It’s the Tweets)"

Wikipedia article of the day for September 28, 2018 selected by Livio Acerbo Bot

The Wikipedia article of the day for September 28, 2018 is Myst IV: Revelation. Myst IV: Revelation is the fourth installment in the Myst series, developed by the French video game publisher Ubisoft. First released on September 28, 2004, it uses pre-rendered graphics and digital video, as in Myst III: Exile, but adds real-time 3D … Continue reading "Wikipedia article of the day for September 28, 2018 selected by Livio Acerbo Bot"

Google adds creator credit to Images

Google’s attempting to smooth out its relationship with photo rights holders by bringing some additional contextual data to its Image Search. In a blog post today, Product Manager Ashutosh Agarwal highlighted the company’s plan to associate Creator and Credit metadata with images served up via search. The company notes that finding out who created a … Continue reading "Google adds creator credit to Images"

Red Dead Redemption 2 needs an absurd 100GB-plus install

Red Dead Redemption 2 is going to be one of the biggest games of 2018 – not only in terms of gaming culture significance and popularity but, as it turns out, in download size, too. A recently unveiled picture of the PS4 Red Dead Redemption 2 PS4 Pro bundle unveiled the final download size of the … Continue reading "Red Dead Redemption 2 needs an absurd 100GB-plus install"

eBay offers low-cost wireless plans to go with your phone purchase

Red Pocket Mobile offers service on all major US cellular networks, and it costs much less than plans from any of these carriers. The most popular Red Pocket plan is just $30 per month for 5 GB of LTE at preferred speeds and unlimited data at throttled speeds. It also includes unlimited talk and text. … Continue reading "eBay offers low-cost wireless plans to go with your phone purchase"

Elon Musk Accused by SEC of Misleading Investors in August Tweet

Tesla Inc. Chief Executive Officer Elon Musk was accused by the Securities and Exchange Commission of misleading investors when he tweeted that … social experiment by Livio Acerbo #greengroundit

Empoli-Milan in streaming e in diretta TV

Empoli-Milan è l'ultima partita della sesta giornata di Serie A. Si gioca questa sera alle ore 21 allo stadio Carlo Castellani di Empoli. Sarà preceduta alle 19 da Spal-Sassuolo, penultimo posticipo di questo turno infrasettimanale. Empoli e Milan non … by Livio Acerbo #greengroundit #thisisnews

Spain weather latest: Flood alerts hit tourist hotspots – man floats down street on a LILO

In the Foreign Office travel advice for Spain, the UK Government says: “There were nearly 19 million British nationals visited Spain last year. social experiment by Livio Acerbo #greengroundit #travel #tours

Here is the SEC complaint against Elon Musk and Tesla

The Securities and Exchange Commission lodged a complaint today against Elon Musk and Tesla following tweets sent last month by the CEO involving a planned takeover of the electric car company at $420 a share. The filing from the Southern District of New York identifies the tweets as “false as misleading,” adding: Musk’s statements, disseminated via … Continue reading "Here is the SEC complaint against Elon Musk and Tesla"

Salvini: obiettivi raggiunti su tasse, Fornero, Equitalia

Roma, 27 set. (askanews) – "Tasse abbassate al 15% per più di un milione di lavoratori italiani, diritto alla pensione per almeno 400.000 persone e … by Livio Acerbo #greengroundit

10 great innovators – and what made them great

By its very nature, inventive thought usually requires breaking away from the status quo. Usually something unanticipated, innovation can mark the death of old methods and the starting point of new paradigms.  From artists and determined dreamers to daredevils and studious scientists, here we look at 10 of humanity’s greatest innovators, and the special attributes … Continue reading "10 great innovators – and what made them great"

SwiftKey for Android now offers real-time message translation

Microsoft has brought its Translator to SwiftKey, allowing users to translate their conversations without having to leave the app they’re in. With an update out today, SwiftKey for Android will translate incoming and outgoing messages in real time and it will be able to do so for over 60 languages. Additionally, while you won’t need … Continue reading "SwiftKey for Android now offers real-time message translation"

Google launches new travel-planning tools

Slowly but surely, Google is expanding its portfolio of travel offerings that now range from hotel- and flight-booking services to trip planning tools. Today, it’s launching yet another set of new travel features that focus on travel planning and hotel bookings. Maybe the most interesting new tool, especially if you are planning to travel over … Continue reading "Google launches new travel-planning tools"

Surprise! Google is popping 'Easter eggs' into searches in honor of its 20th birthday

To celebrate its 20th birthday today, Google has buried several fun "Easter eggs" into its search results. For a limited time, Google will make … social experiment by Livio Acerbo #greengroundit

Il senso del M5s per la stampa

Londra, 27 set 08:29 – (Agenzia Nova) – Il Movimento 5 stelle (M5s) al governo in Italia ha minacciato di abolire l'Ordine dei giornalisti: lo scrive oggi giovedì 27 settembre il quotidiano britannico "The Times", registrando gli ultimi episodi della … by Livio Acerbo #greengroundit #thisisnews

Laser-Carrying Airplanes Uncover Massive, Sprawling Maya Cities

In July 2016, a group of archaeologists commissioned a small plane—along with special pilots—to fly over the thick jungle canopy in northern Guatemala, near the border with Mexico. Cruising well above the trees, the pilots combed the area, pointing three lasers at the ground that fired 300,000 pulses of light per second. Over 12 days, … Continue reading "Laser-Carrying Airplanes Uncover Massive, Sprawling Maya Cities"

WikiLeaks replaces Julian Assange as editor-in-chief

In a statement, Hrafnsson blasted Ecuador for the treatment that led him to his new role, but was thankful for the chance to “secure the continuation” of WikiLeaks’ work. This might not represent a significant change in direction for WikiLeaks. Assange hasn’t had much input since March, and Hrafnsson appears focused on maintaining the existing … Continue reading "WikiLeaks replaces Julian Assange as editor-in-chief"

Nintendo launches Dragalia Lost, a free-to-play JRPG for iOS and Android

Nintendo’s newest mobile game, Dragalia Lost, is now available on Android and iOS in the US, Japan, Hong Kong, Taiwan and Macau. The JRPG is free-to-play and, like other mobile games, relies on loot box-style in-game purchases for randomized items. Nintendo first announced the game in April and filled in story details with a few … Continue reading "Nintendo launches Dragalia Lost, a free-to-play JRPG for iOS and Android"

Spain: Is it safe to travel as severe flooding hits popular resorts?

Spain: Is it safe to travel as severe flooding hits Benidorm and weather … Spain is being lashed with severe rain as well as thunderstorms, gale-force … social experiment by Livio Acerbo #greengroundit #travel #tours

Pensioni, quota 100 sì o no? Tria sotto assedio da Movimento 5 Stelle e Lega Nord

Nella giornata di oggi ci sarà l'atteso vertice di governo, dove si deciderà il futuro della riforma pensioni. Da una parte il ministro dell'Economia e i … by Livio Acerbo #greengroundit

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A ripple effect is a situation in which, like ripples expanding across the water when an object is dropped into it, an effect from an initial state can be followed outwards incrementally (source Medium)

Pew: A majority of U.S. teens are bullied online

A majority of U.S. teens have been subject to online abuse, according to a new study from Pew Research Center, out this morning. Specifically, that means they’ve experienced at least one of a half-dozen types of online cyberbullying, including name-calling, being subject to false rumors, receiving explicit images they didn’t ask for, having explicit images … Continue reading "Pew: A majority of U.S. teens are bullied online"

Why VPN adoption will grow and how it’ll keep pace with demand

A virtual private tunnel, better known as a VPN, is comprised of two components: a VPN client, which is installed on your desktop or mobile device and a VPN Server, which is hosted and managed by your organization or your VPN provider.  Its main functionality is to create a secure and private tunnel between your … Continue reading "Why VPN adoption will grow and how it’ll keep pace with demand"

Jeff Bezos to Amazon employees: If your boss says no, ask your boss' boss

You can't get to innovation without saying 'yes' first. That's why Jeff Bezos makes it easy for Amazon employees to get an idea approved, even if their … social experiment by Livio Acerbo #greengroundit

Delta’s fully biometric terminal is the first in the US

Passengers that want to use facial recognition can approach a kiosk in the lobby and click ‘Look’, or approach a camera at the ticket counter, TSA checkpoint or when boarding. Once a green check mark flashes on the screen, they can proceed. Delta — which plans to introduce fingerprint scanning to fold, too — says … Continue reading "Delta’s fully biometric terminal is the first in the US"

The Best Electric Cargo Bikes For a Family (2018): Tern, Yuba, and More

The vast majority of the time, you have to buy your specialized cargo e-bike from a preferred retailer who will assemble it for you. However, Seattle’s Rad Power Bikes eliminates the middleman and saves you some time, money, and effort by delivering the bike straight to your door (you can also opt for their mobile … Continue reading "The Best Electric Cargo Bikes For a Family (2018): Tern, Yuba, and More"

Scritte inneggianti alle Br sotto casa di Antonio Iosa a Milano: era stato gambizzato dai terroristi nell’80

Dal manifestino alla scritta. Questa volta col “fantasma” evocato nel simbolo e nella firma: la stella a cinque punte e la sigla Br-Pcc. Due giorni fa a Sesto San Giovanni erano apparsi volantini su un muro di viale Marelli, questa volta invece la mano che esprime solidarietà a Nadia Desdemona Lioce, leader dell’ultima versione delle … Continue reading "Scritte inneggianti alle Br sotto casa di Antonio Iosa a Milano: era stato gambizzato dai terroristi nell’80"

In-car commerce startup Cargo raises $22 million led by Founders Fund

Cargo, the startup that helps ridesharing drivers earn money by bringing the convenience store into their vehicles, has raised $22 million in a Series A round led by Founders Fund. Additional investment came from Coatue Management, Aquiline Technology Growth as well as a number of  high-profile entertainment, gaming, and technology executives who include Zynga founder Mark … Continue reading "In-car commerce startup Cargo raises $22 million led by Founders Fund"

Conti pubblici. Manovra, Tria resiste. Ma il tetto del 2% no

Battaglia finale sul Def aggiornato (con ipotesi di dimissioni). Di Maio chiede passi avanti. E attacca Moscovici: stia zitto. Manovra, Tria resiste. Ma il tetto del 2% no. L'ora X dei conti pubblici è fissata per questo pomeriggio, forse alle 18. Ma … by Livio Acerbo #greengroundit #thisisnews

ARM’s latest chip is its first one built for self-driving cars

If one of these chips is processing the code that drives your car, a crash would be disastrous, which is why the DynamIQ multi-core processing we’ve seen used to boost AI recently is being paired with Split-Lock. Now you have a fast 64-bit processor that can switch between modes, with the “Lock” ability running identical … Continue reading "ARM’s latest chip is its first one built for self-driving cars"

Pensione anticipata 2019: requisiti senza età minima, quando è possibile

Esistono diverse soluzioni per accedere alla pensione anticipata pur non avendo i requisiti necessari per l'accesso alla pensione di vecchiaia. by Livio Acerbo #greengroundit

Il gattile di Rho in fiamme all’alba: intrappolati e carbonizzati cento mici

Strage di gatti al rifugio di Rho. Un incendio, divampato giovedì mattina all’alba, ha distrutto il gattile «Dimensione Animale», in via Turati, a Rho, che ospitava più di cento animali. Ottanta le vittime: si tratta dei gatti che erano chiusi nelle gabbie oppure si trovavano in infermeria. Altri, invece, che vivevano in altri locali della … Continue reading "Il gattile di Rho in fiamme all’alba: intrappolati e carbonizzati cento mici"

Ryanair commits to two new bases in France

Ryanair is reinstating a base in Marseille and opening a new one in Bordeaux as it expands in France as part of its summer 2019 schedule. social experiment by Livio Acerbo #greengroundit #travel #tours

Facebook’s ex-CSO, Alex Stamos, defends its decision to inject ads in WhatsApp

Alex Stamos, Facebook’s former chief security officer, who left the company this summer to take up a role in academia, has made a contribution to what’s sometimes couched as a debate about how to monetize (and thus sustain) commercial end-to-end encrypted messaging platforms in order that the privacy benefits they otherwise offer can be as widely … Continue reading "Facebook’s ex-CSO, Alex Stamos, defends its decision to inject ads in WhatsApp"

The best portable printers 2018

The best portable printers allow you to print out your documents and photos from wherever you are. Forget about printer being big, bulky and beige devices that need to be wired up to your PC. Modern printer are more flexible than ever before. Many have wireless connectivity, allowing you to print from almost any device … Continue reading "The best portable printers 2018"

Search these terms on Google's 20th birthday for a fun surprise

Two decades ago, people were renting VHS tapes, rocking MP3 players and a little business called Google was founded by two Stanford University … social experiment by Livio Acerbo #greengroundit

A Better Motor Is the First Step Towards Electric Planes

In a white and grey laboratory, where neat runs of orange cables on the walls provide a relief of color, a three-bladed propeller spins on the front of a Cessna “Iron Bird” test frame. It’s eerily quiet, free of the buzz you expect from a propeller-propelled aircraft. Just the whoosh of air, like a ceiling … Continue reading "A Better Motor Is the First Step Towards Electric Planes"

The Morning After: Oculus Connect, ‘Fortnite’ S6 and LG V40 teaser

And PS4 crossplay!‘Fortnite’ season six arrives with invisibility and pets On the eve of a new Fortnite season, Sony revealed an open beta that will allow for cross-platform play between the PlayStation 4 and iOS, Android, the Nintendo Switch, Xbox One, Microsoft Windows and Mac. Previously, it had not allowed crossplay with Xbox, and if … Continue reading "The Morning After: Oculus Connect, ‘Fortnite’ S6 and LG V40 teaser"

Doctolib to open up telemedicine appointments

French startup Doctolib will take advantage of recent legal changes that will make telemedicine legal in France. Starting on January 1st, you’ll be able to book face-to-face appointments on Doctolib as well as remote appointments. Doctolib is a marketplace with 60,000 practitioners using the platform to manage their calendars and let people book appointments through … Continue reading "Doctolib to open up telemedicine appointments"

LG V40 ThinQ: what we want to see

Update: LG itself has shown off the LG V40 ThinQ, revealing three rear cameras and a 6.4-inch screen, as well as strongly hinting that there will be two cameras on the front. We now know that the LG V40 ThinQ will launch in early October, and it’s likely to bring flagship specs and a slightly … Continue reading "LG V40 ThinQ: what we want to see"

Truffe,anche finto monsignore:6 arresti

27 settembre 2018 8.32 Adescavano imprenditori e professionisti molto ricchi,millantando conoscenze in ambienti aristocratici ed ecclesiastici della capitale, per poi truffarli promettendo grandi guadagni dalla compravendita di appartamenti e opere d … by Livio Acerbo #greengroundit #thisisnews

CollegeHumor Gives Subscription-Based Streaming a Try

In the early ’00s, few web endeavors seemed less bound for long-term glory than CollegeHumor.com. The site launched in 1999 as a video and sight-gag repository “dedicated to grinding your academic efforts to a halt.” Early on, that meant lots of bro-friendly distractions, like photos of students passed out on lawns, naughtily titled JPEGs, and … Continue reading "CollegeHumor Gives Subscription-Based Streaming a Try"