CrowdStrike’s recent faulty update caused widespread chaos in the tech industry, affecting a whopping 8.5 million Windows devices. While Microsoft attempted to downplay the severity by claiming it only impacted less than one percent of all Windows machines, the repercussions were felt far and wide. Retailers, banks, airlines, and various other industries were left scrambling
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Optical spectrometers have long been valuable instruments in various fields, from medical diagnostics to material characterization. However, traditional spectrometer designs are often bulky and expensive, restricting their widespread use. In response to this limitation, researchers have been exploring ways to create more compact and affordable optical spectrometers that can be easily deployed on a large
On a seemingly ordinary Friday, chaos ensued worldwide as computer screens flashed blue and critical systems ground to a halt. This disruption was not caused by a sophisticated cyberterrorist attack, but rather by a botched software update from the cybersecurity giant CrowdStrike. The unintended consequences of this error were far-reaching, highlighting the interconnectedness of our
In the world of sports, timing technology has evolved significantly over the years. One of the most controversial incidents in Olympic history occurred in 1960 at the Rome Olympics during the men’s 100-meter freestyle swimming event. Australian swimmer John Devitt and American Lance Larson both finished with the same time of 55.2 seconds, yet only
Artificial intelligence (AI) has experienced significant growth in recent years, leading to advancements in various industries. A recent feature article published in AIChE Journal delves into the challenges and benefits of implementing Intelligence Augmentation (IA) in process safety systems. The article highlights the collaborative efforts of industry experts, including Dr. Faisal Khan, Dr. Stratos Pistikopoulos,
Today, computer systems across Australia and overseas experienced a massive failure after a faulty update was released by global security software provider CrowdStrike. The software in question is the CrowdStrike Falcon platform, a security monitoring tool used by businesses and organizations on desktop computers and notebooks. This failure led to a widespread IT outage affecting
Rare earth magnetic materials have always been known for their unique properties, attributed to the behavior of electrons in the 4f shell. It was previously believed that controlling the magnetic properties of these 4f electrons was nearly impossible. However, recent research conducted by a team from HZB, Freie Universität Berlin, and other institutions has shattered
Google recently announced that they are raising their minimum quality requirements for Android apps on the Play Store. This means that apps with “limited functionality and content,” such as text-only apps or single wallpaper apps, will no longer be allowed on the platform starting August 31st. The aim is to ensure that all apps on
Recently, a new game has emerged in the gaming industry that has caught the attention of many enthusiasts. A Quiet Quest: Placid Plastic Deck is not your typical card battler. Instead of mutant jester modifiers, this game introduces ducks as the main characters in a unique twist that combines inspiration from the Pokémon series and
The recent update by cybersecurity firm CrowdStrike led to a major outage that had a significant impact on businesses worldwide. The company, known for its software that helps manage security in IT environments, saw a 15% plunge in its shares during U.S. premarket trading. CrowdStrike CEO George Kurtz addressed the incident, stating that the outage
