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  • Published on Jun 20, 2018

    Payment via smartphone, smart watch coming to Queensland public transport

    A new ticketing system will allow people to pay for Queensland public transport using their smartphones, credit cards and contactless credit cards, the state government says. The Queensland government’s 2018-19 budget earmarked $371.1 million for the roll …

    Source: PC World
  • Published on Jun 20, 2018

    Cubic lands $275 million Australian contract to let commuters pay transit fares with smartphones

    Cubic Corp. has won a $275 million contract to upgrade the mass transit fare ticketing system for the Australian state of Queensland to allow commuters to pay with their smartphones. Cubic’s Transportation Systems division, which supplies fare collection …

    Source: Sandiegouniontribune
  • Published on Jun 19, 2018

    By 2022, today's smartwatches will seem 'quaint,' predicts IDC

    Smartwatches will account for 44.6 percent of all wearables shipped by the end of 2022, said IDC. James Martin/CNET Are you all about gadgets? Are you into wearables? Then the next few years might be very exciting for you. Health and fitness are at …

    Source: Cnet
  • Published on Jun 16, 2018

    World Cup 2018: Paul Pogba’s late goal rescues slack France against Australia

    Paul Pogba’s late lob spared France’s blushes after Les Blues were taken to the wire by unfancied Australia. Pogba’s intervention was neccessary after Mile Jedinak’s penalty had levelled things up for Australia.It’s safe to say this match won’t be …

    Source: Daily News Egypt
  • Published on Jun 21, 2018

    Algeria’s Answer to Cheating on School Exams: Turn Off the Internet

    CAIRO — Vexed by cheating on high-school exams, an age-old problem abetted by social networks and smartphones, the Algerian government reached this week for a drastic response: It turned off the internet. Internet access has been shut down nationwide for …

    Source: New York Times
  • Published on Jun 21, 2018

    Turn Off the Internet

    CAIRO — Vexed by cheating on high-school exams, an age-old problem abetted by social networks and smartphones, the Algerian government reached this week for a drastic response: It turned off the internet. Internet access has been shut down nationwide for …

    Source: International Herald Tribune
  • Published on Jun 21, 2018

    Algeria’s Answer to Cheating on School Exams: Turn Off the Internet

    CAIRO — Vexed by cheating on high-school exams, an age-old problem abetted by social networks and smartphones, the Algerian government reached this week for a drastic response: It turned off the internet. Internet access has been shut down nationwide for …

    Source: The New York Times
  • Published on Jun 12, 2018

    Queensland Budget 2018: Go Card to be replaced by mobile app

    PUBLIC transport ticketing is set to be revolutionised with commuters able to pay for their trips from a range of smart devices in an attempt to lessen the need for a Go Card in the future. Mobile phones, smart watches and credit cards will all be able to …

    Source: Sunday Times
  • Published on May 24, 2018

    Pakistan warned after players don smart watches in test against England

    Pakistan players have been slapped on the wrist by an anti-corruption official after members of the team wore smart watches on day one of the opening test against England at Lord's. "The ACSU officer came to speak to us and told us it's not …

    Source: The New Zeland Herald
  • Published on May 24, 2018

    Pakistan warned after players don smart watches

    Pakistan players have been slapped on the wrist by an anti-corruption official after members of the team wore smart watches on day one of the opening test against England at Lord's. "The ACSU officer came to speak to us and told us it's not …

    Source: Northern Advocate
  • Published on Jun 20, 2018

    No date for Qld transport ticket overhaul

    By Australian Associated Press Published: 20:33 EDT, 19 June 2018 | Updated: 20:33 EDT, 19 June 2018 Commuters on Queensland's public transport system will soon be able to buy tickets using their phones, but the government cannot say when contactless …

    Source: Charleston Daily Mail
  • Published on Jun 2, 2018

    Technology that’s transforming how we manage our money

    IMAGINE arriving home from work, saying hi to your house and immediately asking it to transfer money to a friend, pay some bills or check your insurance policy. This new slant on home banking — using smart speakers such as Google Home or Amazon’s Echo — …

    Source: Sunday Times
  • Published on Jun 1, 2018

    'I wish I hadn't bought it': Fitbit Australia agrees to change warranty policy

    Last updated 21:35, June 1 2018 SUPPLIED Gemma Merritt, from South Australia, is one of more than 100 people who complained about Fitbit to Australia's consumer watchdog. Australian Gemma Merritt said she had been dying to get a Fitbit for ages when …

    Source: Stuff
  • Published on Jun 1, 2018

    Fitbit forced to offer two-year warranty after ACCC finds it short-changed Aussie users

    LEADING wearable technology maker Fitbit has been slapped on the wrist by Australia’s competition watchdog following more than 100 complaints that it was unfairly refusing to fix faulty fitness trackers. Representatives for the San Francisco-based company …

    Source: Sunday Times
  • Published on May 3, 2018

    Son of alleged murder victim Myrna Nilsson urges court to release wife on bail

    Posted May 03, 2018 15:50:01 A man whose wife is accused of murdering his mother in a brutal and premeditated attack has made an emotional plea to the Supreme Court for her released on bail. Myrna Nilsson, 57, was found dead in the laundry of her Valley …

    Source: ABC Adelaide
  • Published on May 2, 2018

    Fitbit sees wearable payment as 'killer app' for smartwatch

    Fitbit country manager Louis Lye (left) with Copperwired's Paramate Rienjaroensuk. Fitbit Inc, the fitness band and smartwatch maker, has extended its product portfolio to wearable payment. The company is now in discussion with local banks to make …

    Source: Bangkok Post
  • Published on Apr 25, 2018

    Fitbit smartwatches back on the right track with Versa

    After the hideous mis-step that was last year's Ionic, a smartwatch only it's mother could love, Fitbit is back with the Versa, and all is forgiven. The Versa is light and small, roughly the same size as an Apple Watch, and that makes it much …

    Source: The Sydney Morning Herald
  • Published on Apr 5, 2018

    Australian woman charged with murder after police use evidence from Apple Watch 

    An Australian woman has been charged with the murder of her mother-in-law after police gathered evidence from the victim's Apple Watch. Grandmother Myrna Nilsson, 57, who was born in the Philippines, was found dead in the laundry room of her Adelaide …

    Source: Telegraph.co.uk
  • Published on Mar 17, 2018

    Career decisions are rarely free

    Despite all of these choices that we are supposed to yearn for, in reality most people do not take up the offer. They vote above the line in elections because it is easier. They settle on one watch face design on their smart watch, and buy the same burger …

    Source: Sydney Morning Herald
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Date: 25-Jun-18 to 26-Jun-18
Location: Amsterdam / Netherlands
The two day summit will explore the latest innovations in interactive packaging, nanotechnology and active packaging and discover the advances being made in materials for enhanced product safety and security. You will also learn how to reduce your cost per item by improving efficiency in your production line, reducing the size of your packaging and by using innovative new materials. Our world-leading innovative speakers will explain how you can create and implement sustainability policies that not only meet the demands of your consumer but that maintain and grow your profit margins too.

Medical Sensors Design Conference, San Jose, June 2018

Date: 25-Jun-18 to 26-Jun-18
Location: San Jose / United States
The Medical Sensors Design Conference creates unique educational and networking opportunities that drive sensor development and foster innovation in medical and healthcare applications. Co-located with Sensors Expo & Conference 2018, the Medical Sensors Design Conference provides the perfect context for design engineers and OEMs to learn about underlying sensor technologies and emerging applications. For sponsorship / exhibition enquiries, please get in touch.

VRX: Immersive Enterprise 2018

Date: 26-Jun-18 to 27-Jun-18
Location: Boston / United States
Immersive Enterprise 2018 (June 26-27, Boston) is the leading senior-level B2B event for executives from across industry looking at the business applications for immersive technology. Bringing together global business leaders from AEC, Automotive, Manufacturing, Engineering, Retail, Healthcare and more, Immersive Enterprise 2018 is purpose built for VR/AR professionals to network and share industry insights on how to drive VR & AR adoption across the enterprise. With leaders from the most pioneering enterprises and tech companies, you’ll identify where VR & AR content and technology are having a real impact on training, design, worker collaboration and sales & marketing. Plus you’ll get the latest market insights from top analysts and investors on where the opportunities are ...

Nuclear Asset Information Monitoring and Maintenance

Date: 26-Jun-18 to 27-Jun-18
Location: United Kingdom
n an increasingly competitive energy market, the nuclear sector is tasked with reducing asset life-cycle costs and improving operational efficiency against a backdrop of an ever more complex operational environment and stringent licensing and regulatory requirements. It is mission critical to maintain strict data integrity throughout the plant lifecycle and develop a clear view on critical asset documents and operational data to inform decision making. With the availability of advanced asset health monitoring, on and offline operational data gathering, diagnostic and asset modelling methods and tools comes the opportunity to optimise assets throughout their lifecycle, increase operational availability and effectively manage failure and maintenance. With this comes added complexity, ...

Palo Alto Networks: Cyber Tuesday – Cyber Range Level 1

Date: 26-Jun-18 to 26-Jun-18
Location: United States
Welcome to the next step in security training. Part immersive video game, part skills workshop and part team-building exercise, Cyber Range is the antidote to standard, dry-as-dust, snooze-fest training. If you’re looking for a fast-paced, high-tech, FUN way to learn the very latest security strategies and techniques, then look no further! At the  Cyber Range , you and your teams will: - Master skills and techniques  by identifying and preventing live attacks with best practices tips from our experienced instructors. - Create and test different strategies  by researching and responding to real-world threats. - Strengthen your execution  by building and testing end-to-end prevention processes while battling other teams during full-on cyberattack scenarios. What’s more, you’ll receive a ...

Palo Alto Networks: Cyber Tuesday – Cyber Range Level 1

Date: 26-Jun-18 to 26-Jun-18
Location: United States
Welcome to the next step in security training. Part immersive video game, part skills workshop and part team-building exercise, Cyber Range is the antidote to standard, dry-as-dust, snooze-fest training. If you’re looking for a fast-paced, high-tech, FUN way to learn the very latest security strategies and techniques, then look no further! At the  Cyber Range , you and your teams will: - Master skills and techniques  by identifying and preventing live attacks with best practices tips from our experienced instructors. - Create and test different strategies  by researching and responding to real-world threats. - Strengthen your execution  by building and testing end-to-end prevention processes while battling other teams during full-on cyberattack scenarios. What’s more, you’ll receive a ...

Palo Alto Networks: Ultimate Test Drive - Minemeld y Autofocus

Date: 26-Jun-18 to 26-Jun-18
Location: Spain
Minemeld y Autofocus   Palo Alto Networks le invita a un taller técnico gratuito de media jornada donde descubrirá como MineMeld, una aplicación de código abierto agiliza la agregación, el cumplimiento y el intercambio de inteligencia sobre amenazas. El objetivo del taller es que cada asistente ponga en marcha su propia instancia de MineMeld. Se requiere, por lo tanto, que cada asistente disponga de, como mínimo, acceso a alguna de las siguientes plataformas: - Acceso a un entorno ESXi / vCenter / Player con capacidad de arrancar el siguiente workload: - 2x 2Ghz CPU core - 2GB DRAM - 40GB HD - Acceso a un entorno Docker - Acceso a una subscripción Azure - Acceso a un entorno AWS EC2 Sobre los casos de uso: Atención: No olvide traer su PC.

Palo Alto Networks: Ransomware's Next Steps

Date: 26-Jun-18 to 26-Jun-18
Location: United States
THIS TRAPS SEMINAR WILL MAKE SURE YOU’RE UP-TO-DATE Promising huge profits from tiny effort or investment, ransomware remains an exceptionally popular tool for both advanced and novice attackers alike. In this seminar, you will learn how your organization can deploy Traps™ advanced endpoint protection to prevent ransomware attacks without sacrificing your teams’ productivity or resources. You’ll also get the latest intel on: - Trends and predictions - New attack vectors and payment schemes - Breaking down attacks

Palo Alto Networks: AWS Workshop

Date: 26-Jun-18 to 26-Jun-18
Location: Hong Kong
Concerns about security have many organizations taking a wait-and-see approach to migrating to the cloud. Join us for a no-cost, exclusive seminar on how to make your move to the cloud both simple and secure. We’ll show you how to protect your applications, data, users and infrastructure across all your environments by delivering consistent, automated security that removes human error – as well as malware and breaches – from the equation. Secure your spot and learn how to eliminate a wide range of risks across your environments. Bring your questions! Our experts will be happy to answer them. 2.30 p.m. Opening and Introduction by Palo Alto 2.40 p.m. Cloud Security: Consistent and Frictionless Prevention Everywhere by Palo Alto Networks, with Johnny 3.10 p.m. GDPR ...
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