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Researchers Use AI to Map Urban Heat Stress and Guide City Planning

Researchers announced on October 15th that they successfully used an Artificial Intelligence model to create highly accurate maps of urban heat stress

Researchers announced on October 15th that they successfully used an Artificial Intelligence model to create highly accurate maps of urban heat stress. The AI utilizes satellite imagery and local sensor data to precisely localize areas within metropolitan centers that are most vulnerable to extreme heat, factoring in variables like building density, lack of tree cover, and surface materials. This pure technological application is crucial for climate mitigation, as it provides city planners with the detailed, actionable data needed to strategically deploy cooling measures, such as planting trees or painting rooftops, thereby protecting public health and improving the livability of dense urban environments. Read More..

B2B Tech News | 4 months ago      

Adobe Experience Manager Forms Vulnerability Added to CISAs Known Exploited Catalog

The US Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency CISA added a highpriority vulnerability in Adobe Experience Manager AEM Forms to its Known Exp

The US Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency CISA added a highpriority vulnerability in Adobe Experience Manager AEM Forms to its Known Exploited Vulnerabilities Catalog on October 15th. The flaw, tracked as CVE202554253, is an unspecified vulnerability that allows for arbitrary code execution in AEM Forms for JEE. While CISA did not confirm active ransomware use, the inclusion in the catalog mandates that US federal agencies apply mitigations within a tight deadline, underscoring the severity of the flaw. Organizations globally are strongly advised to follow Adobes guidance and apply necessary patches immediately to protect their web applications. Read More..

B2B Tech News | 4 months ago      

Broadcom Launches Thor Ultra Networking Chip, Intensifying Rivalry with Nvidia in AI Fabric

Broadcom announced the launch of its new networking chip, the Thor Ultra, on October 15th, directly challenging Nvidias dominance in the AI computing

Broadcom announced the launch of its new networking chip, the Thor Ultra, on October 15th, directly challenging Nvidias dominance in the AI computing fabric. The chip is designed to help companies build massive AI systems by efficiently stringing together hundreds of thousands of chips for data crunching. The Thor Ultra enables computing infrastructure operators to deploy far more chips than previously possible, allowing for the training and running of the largest models used for AI applications like ChatGPT. This development intensifies the highstakes technological rivalry for control over the network communications inside specialized AI data centers. Read More..

B2B Tech News | 4 months ago      

Eaton Unveils 800 VDC Reference Architecture to Power NextGeneration AI Data Centers

Intelligent power management company Eaton announced on October 15th the delivery of a new reference architecture supporting 800 VDC power for Artific

Intelligent power management company Eaton announced on October 15th the delivery of a new reference architecture supporting 800 VDC power for Artificial Intelligence AI data centers. The design, created in collaboration with partners like NVIDIA, is a critical step in optimizing highdensity computing infrastructure. Traditional data centers use lower voltage architectures, but the immense and growing power demands of modern AI training clusters and "AI factories"necessitate the shift to 800 VDC. This nextgeneration system promises to deliver megawattscale rack power more efficiently and safely, minimizing material costs and infrastructure footprint for the AI era. Read More..

B2B Tech News | 4 months ago      

Major Vulnerability Found in Red Lion RTUs Allows Unauthenticated Remote Code Execution

Cybersecurity researchers disclosed two critical security flaws impacting Red Lion Sixnet remote terminal unit RTU products on October 15th, both assi

Cybersecurity researchers disclosed two critical security flaws impacting Red Lion Sixnet remote terminal unit RTU products on October 15th, both assigned the maximum severity score of CVSS 10.0. The vulnerabilities, if exploited, allow an unauthenticated attacker to execute commands with root privileges. Since RTUs are often deployed in critical infrastructure and industrial control systems ICS, the flaws pose a severe risk of disruption and physical harm. Researchers warned that successful exploitation could grant attackers full industrial control, emphasizing the urgent need for critical infrastructure operators to apply vendorprovided patches and mitigation instructions immediately to prevent catastrophic operational failure. Read More..

B2B Tech News | 4 months ago      

EU Pledges $13.3 Billion Investment in South Africa to Drive Green Energy Transition

The European Union pledged €11.5 billion $13.3 billion in investment for South Africa on October 14th, aimed at accelerating the nations transition

The European Union pledged €11.5 billion $13.3 billion in investment for South Africa on October 14th, aimed at accelerating the nations transition to a green economy. The bulk of the investment is earmarked for developing clean energy projects, including new renewable power generation capacity, essential grid infrastructure upgrades, and energy storage solutions. This massive financial commitment is a crucial effort to help South Africa move away from its heavy reliance on coalfired power stations and bolster its Just Energy Transition plans. The deal provides a significant boost to the countrys economic and environmental agenda following the withdrawal of other major international partners from similar initiatives. Read More..

B2B Tech News | 4 months ago      

Vedanta Receives CCI Approval for ₹17,000 Crore Acquisition of Jaiprakash Associates Limited

Mining conglomerate Vedanta received final approval from the Competition Commission of India CCI on October 15th for its ₹17,000 crore acquisition o

Mining conglomerate Vedanta received final approval from the Competition Commission of India CCI on October 15th for its ₹17,000 crore acquisition of Jaiprakash Associates Limited JAL. This decision marks a crucial milestone in the corporate restructuring process initiated under the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code IBC. Vedanta had won the bid for JAL, which was facing insolvency proceedings, after outbidding the Adani Group. The acquisition allows Vedanta to significantly expand its industrial footprint and is seen by analysts as a key move in sector consolidation, reinforcing its strategic growth through both organic means and insolvencydriven asset purchases. Read More..

B2B Tech News | 4 months ago      

Global Crude Prices Drop 2% Amid Renewed USChina Trade Tensions

Global crude oil prices fell sharply on Tuesday, October 14th, with Brent Crude dropping 2% to around $62 per barreland WTI Crude trading similarly lo

Global crude oil prices fell sharply on Tuesday, October 14th, with Brent Crude dropping 2% to around $62 per barreland WTI Crude trading similarly lower. The decline was primarily attributed to the escalation of trade tensions between the US and China. Both nations announced they would begin charging additional port fees and tariffs on ocean shipping firms, fueling fears of a global economic slowdown and reduced demand for oil. The renewed trade conflict has introduced significant volatility into commodity markets, overshadowing supply concerns and pushing investors to liquidate positions in energy assets, pending further clarity on the trade wars impact. Read More..

B2B Tech News | 4 months ago