Industry regulator Infocomm Media Development Authority (IMDA) released its “jobs transformation” roadmap for the local information and communications workforce Thursday, highlighting roles it said would be in demand as well as at risk of being displaced amidst rapid technology changes. The roadmap pointed to several key trends that would drive high demand for skilled workers over the next few years, including cloud computing, analytics and AI, and software engineering and DevOps....

QEP was launched in 2018 to provide the research and ecosystem needed to drive the development of quantum technologies. Its work focuses on four key areas including quantum sensing, quantum communication and security, and the establishment of a national quantum fabless foundry. Its plans for a national quantum-safe network (NQSN) would facilitate trials of commercial technologies and in-depth evaluation of security systems. It also would develop guidelines to support companies in adopting such technologies, QEP said in a statement Thursday....

The INZONE line of peripherals is Sony’s first major push into the modern PC gaming hardware market. It’s clear from Sony’s initial gambit, which includes a pair of gaming monitors and a trio of gaming headsets, that it intends to target the key specs of leading products already on the market (while weaving in a few features for its loyal PlayStation 5 owners, too). For its monitor line, that means catering to both the 4K-focused gamer’s worries about rich colors, lush visuals, and crisp details as well as the more competition-focused gamer’s concerns regarding response times and refresh rates....

In previous reports, complaints for individual providers reached into the high 20s, but in the latest report, only Southern Phone and MyRepublic are left with double-digit complaints per 10,000 SIO. Southern Phone hit 14.8, MyRepublic recorded 11.5, Commander dropped from 10.9 to 8.6, Telstra posted 7.1, and Aussie Broadband went against the trend to see an increase to 6.9 complaints per 10,000 SIO. Sitting below five complaints per 10,000 SIO were iiNet on 4....

The tool will use natural language processing and AI to provide sales and service personnel with information about a customer’s “emotional state and intent.” The company said the SugarLive tool will help sales workers “track the details of each customer interaction as it’s happening” and “access customer information across all touch points and channels at the exact moment it’s needed.” The goal of the tool is to bring “next-level, empathic engagement” to sales and service teams, according to a statement from the company....

Here’s the funny thing, though. Microsoft’s already been offering this choice, sort of, for the past year or so with the Surface Pro 8 (powered by an 11th Gen Intel Core i7) and the Surface Pro X (with an Arm-based Microsoft SQ1 or SQ2 processor, from Qualcomm). After using both machines extensively for the past few months, I still can’t decide which one I prefer. Also: Everything Microsoft announced at the October Surface event Although the Surface Pro 8 and Surface Pro X are remarkably similar in terms of hardware, there are a number of odd little design differences between them....

The company cut the ribbon on its new sustainably designed, futuristic campus on Tuesday. It’s the first major campus Google has developed and will support 4,000 employees from the Bay Area. It will also test whether the office is appealing enough for staff as it ushers in its hybrid work experiment. Google in March told employees, including those from the Bay Area, that most of them are expected to return to the office for about three days a week from April 4....

This is what global tech executives led by Delphix founder and CEO Jedidiah Yueh were thinking when they joined forces to form SustainableIT.org; a nonprofit organization focused on advancing global sustainability through technology leadership. The launch was announced today. SustainableIT.org will unite IT leaders and experts worldwide to define best practices and standard metrics for all three pillars of sustainability – environmental, societal, and governance – to drive transparency and progress toward a sustainable future....

The UK’s Information Commissioner Elizabeth Denham is raising the cookie consent issue at a meeting with G7 authorities today and plans to present a “vision for the future” where browser users can more meaningfully consent to cookies than current methods. The Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) wants G7 members to pressure tech giants to create browsers, software applications and device settings that “allow people to set lasting privacy preferences of their choosing, rather than having to do that through pop-ups every time they visit a website....

The contract has options for Defence to extend the contract multiple times for up to three years. The deal includes a Wi-Fi 6 rollout, 5G connectivity, SD-WAN, and other software-defined networking elements. “We are very pleased to extend and deepen our partnership with the Department of Defence and use our unique sovereign capabilities, decades of experience, and cutting-edge technology to co-design solutions for today and into the future,” Telstra CEO Andy Penn said....

Tesla just announced that it would sell a subscription for an enhanced version of what it calls “autopilot,” called “full self-driving,” for $199 a month, or $99 for those who are upgrading from the basic autopilot package. Full self-driving has already been available to customers for an up-front add-on of $10 000. The subscription offering simply means the plan can now be more widely accessible to drivers. The term is confusing, as the car using Tesla’s software is not in complete control, suggesting that the ‘full’ in “full self-driving” is a misnomer....

During the first half of the year, Tesla sold 90,895 vehicles, accounting for 10.7% of the auto market in California. That’s a huge jump from the 3.3% market share it held in California in 2021. While Tesla can’t compete with Toyota’s overall sales in California, the EV maker does have the top two models in the state, CleanTechnica noted. The Model Y was No. 1 in California in the first half of 2022, and the Model 3 was No....

Actually, if you use computers for pretty much anything, you do. Oh, you may not know it if you’re not a system or network administrator, but security, identification, networks, everything that makes the internet go depends on accurate time-keeping. Some systems rely on Global Positioning Systems (GPS) appliances and the GPSD daemon to tell the exact time, and a nasty bug’s been uncovered in GPSD that’s going to pop up on October 24, 2021....

Corsair’s HS80 RGB USB headset is one of the brand’s premium gaming headsets and is the next step up from the HS65 Surround. The headsets offer similar surround sound, but the HS80 RGB USB goes a step further: With the iCUE desktop app, you can choose between five equalizer presets (Pure Direct, Movie Theater, FPS Competition, Clear Chat, and Bass Boost) or create your own for a more personalized sound profile....

Here you will find a thoughtfully curated list of the best affordable tech gifts, including wireless earbuds, smart home gadgets, and massage machines – all of which cost less than $75. More: The best cheap tech gifts for under $100The best cheap tech gifts under $50The best cheap tech gifts under $25 The best cheap tech gift deals under $75 Below are four tech cheap tech gift deals under $75 across major retailers happening right now....

But, if you look around, there are still some great deals on the best laptops. You can score a solid Windows 10 or ChromeOS laptop for under $350. You can find a great deal for a laptop that can handle video calls with teachers, virtual classes, big projects, and everyday homework. To help you choose the best budget laptop for your needs, ZDNET experts analyzed the five best devices on the market right now....

This is why it’s exciting to see innovative case companies use unique materials and processes that allow them to tread lightly on the Earth. Some employ linseed plants, others flax or bamboo, and a few even use recycled plastic derived from CDs, fishing nets, and PET bottles. You also can find some mini works of art among the products. One reason these companies stand above their peers is that they’re being recognized by the most respected stewards of the land – such as B Corp, Forest Stewardship Council (FSC), Carbon Neutral, and Cradle to Cradle, among others....

Before diving in, it’s helpful to know how air fryers work. The best air fryer eliminates the need to submerge foods in oil. Instead, it uses hot air circulation to “fry” the food. An air fryer features a chamber that heats food from a heating element close by. While the heating element cooks the food, a fan circulates the hot air produced. All the hot, circulating air has another positive effect – foods tend to cook faster and more evenly....

These days, backpacks are packed (pun intended) with features like laptop sleeves, reflective trims, hidden pockets, and even USB charging ports. We’ve rounded up the best backpacks available on the market today to keep your valuables protected wherever you take them. The Herschel Little America backpack is a top pick since it has an iconic and timeless design that’s comfortable to wear thanks to its contoured padded back straps. It comes in standard (17L) or mid-volume (25L) sizes which can hold up to a 13-inch laptop or a 15-inch laptop, respectively....

There have been many different to-do lists and apps throughout the years, but each year, it seems like there is a rush of new apps vying for the title of best to-do app. We took our time, carefully analyzing and testing the market’s top choices to help you find the best to-do lists and apps to organize your life, however, and whenever you need them. To begin using your to-do list, all you need is the right device....