CryptoNews

Cryptocurrency Miner Kidnapped for Ransom in Russia

January 2, 2024
In Izhevsk, Russia, a 23-year-old bitcoin miner was forcefully abducted from his residence as kidnappers demanded a ransom of 15 million rubles ($166,000). 23-Year-Old Russian Bitcoin Miner Kidnapped for Ransom On Dec. 25, in a rapid sequence of events, it was reported that the crypto miner was kidnapped and subjected to coercion. The ordeal began when he was abruptly seized from his dwelling and…
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DefenseNews

New in 2024: Marines train more drone pilots, fill MQ-9 squadrons

January 2, 2024
The Marine Corps has so far trained 100 leathernecks as MQ-9 pilots as it seeks to fill out new squadrons with the uncrewed system to extend reach and reconnaissance for its own drone program. The Corps first leased the MQ-9 Reaper in 2018 and only received funding to purchase the drones in 2020, the same year the service created the Reaper military occupational specialty of 7318. In the 2022…
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Cleantech & EV'sNews

Snow e-biking like a pro: 10 insider tips for riding your electric bike this winter

January 2, 2024
Riding an e-bike in the snow can be an exhilarating experience, but it also poses unique challenges. The combination of electric power and snowy conditions requires a different approach to make sure you’re staying safe while having a blast. Here are ten tips to help you navigate the winter wonderland on your e-bike this year. 1. Choose the Right Tires Snow and ice demand tires with better grip.
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AI & RoboticsNews

The secret to making data analytics as transformative as generative AI

December 29, 2023
Presented by SQream The challenges of AI compound as it hurtles forward: demands of data preparation, large data sets and data quality, the time sink of long-running queries, batch processes and more. In this VB Spotlight, William Benton, principal product architect at NVIDIA, and others explain how your org can uncomplicate the complicated today. Watch free on-demand! The soaring transformative…
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