Big Data Systems Are Making A Difference In The Fight Against Cancer


By Ben Lorica As open source, big data tools enter the early stages of maturation, data engineers and data scientists will have many opportunities to use them to “work on stuff that matters.” Along...
    






First documented cyber attack of smart appliances unveiled


We all hate spam and the extra effort required to find important items in the glut of emails we get. A company called Proofpoint has published a report that claims to show the first documented case...
    






Europe launches RoboEarth: ‘Wikipedia for Robots’


European universities launch project to speed robotic development, enable bot-to-bot learning EINDHOVEN, Netherlands (AP) — Let the robot race begin. Expectations are high...
    






Guns, Rods … And Titanium


To call Dave Lamoureux a fishing enthusiast would be an understatement. He set a new record, catching a 157-pound Bluefin tuna from his kayak off the coast of Cape Cod in 2009. A former Wall Street...
    






Cybersecurity chief had qualms over health website


HHS cybersecurity chief says health care website tests didn't follow security 'best practices' WASHINGTON (AP) — The top cybersecurity officer for the Health and Human Services...
    






Google Buys Nest, The $3 Billion Distraction


One of the most surprising things about Google and its purchase of Nest is the price. Over $3 billion! That’s what you’d pay for a fast growing social network. But seriously, Nest hardly has the...
    






CES 2014 highlights: Top ten computer hardware & component from the industry


I4U hardly takes any rest and it is always busy in bringing the latest news for its loyal readers. With the International Consumer Electronics Show 2014 only a few days away, we are now working even...
    






2014 Marketing Trends You Probably Haven’t Heard


It’s that time of year.  I’m hopped up on eggnog and ready to go!  Last year’s “10 Marketing Trends for 2013 You Haven’t Heard” was a popular one.  Let’s do it again.  Hoping three or four of these...
    






CES 2014 in Las Vegas Highlights: Fit Chair from DFX Sports & Fitness


The much awaited Consumer Electronics Show (CES), also known as International CES is just only a few days away from now. We have been eagerly waiting for this event since last and can’t wait anymore...