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Thanks to the power of virtual reality, getting into the cockpit of your dream car is now easily achievable, and these VR racing games are some of the best out there. Whether you want to relax or race to the finish line, be sure to check these out. Best VR Racing & Driving Games – List Below are my picks for the best VR racing games, regardless of what console you play on: The market for console VR experiences is still growing, so PC players have plenty of options to choose from. American Truck Simulator (PC) Image courtesy of SCS…

Listen to this article LIG Nex1 acquires maker of Vision 60 Q-UGV quadruped robot | Credit: Ghost Robotics South Korean defense technology company LIG Nex1 has acquired a 60% stake in Ghost Robotics, which is now valued at $400 million. The companies said the deal will allow Ghost Robotics to accelerate its growth by leveraging LIG Nex1’s experience and manufacturing capabilities. “[LIG Nex1’s] “The investment and strategic guidance will accelerate our growth and strengthen our ability to deliver breakthrough robotics solutions to a wider range of industries and applications,” said Dr. Gavin Kennealy, co-founder and CEO of Ghost Robotics. Register…

July 29, 2024 This paid article is sponsored by Startup Sioux Falls. The right person, the right place, the right time. Jessica Meyers’ startup is focused on helping people who want to live in rural communities find jobs that will make it possible. For the founder, Startup Sioux Falls became the place of choice several years ago when he looked to launch PorchLight and participated in the CO.STARTERS Core Accelerator program. “CO.STARTERS was a big boost for me,” Myers said. “At the time, I was working on my business idea while working full time. I started by understanding the system,…

The Quest v68 update brings latency and visual upgrades to the Quest 3, various improvements to the Quest 2 and Pro, and also adds a new app called Layout.As with all Quest updates, v68 will be “rolled out” in stages, so it may take several days or weeks before your headset gets the v68 update.Quest v68 includes:OpenXR Latency Reduction (Quest 3)Version 68 brings a “new frame timing algorithm for OpenXR” to the Quest 3, which Meta claims will “improve overall frame rate and prediction latency.”In practical terms, Meta says this means lower latency and fewer stutters in OpenXR apps on…

Cybersecurity apprenticeship programs would get a major boost from a bipartisan Senate bill that would continue Congress’ efforts to solve the workforce shortage plaguing the industry. The Cyber-Ready Workforce Act, introduced by Sens. Jacky Rosen (D-Nev.) and Marsha Blackburn (R-Tenn.), calls on the Department of Labor to award competitive grants to help create, implement and expand registered apprenticeship programs in cybersecurity. “As the cybersecurity industry grows and cyber threats become more commonplace, we need to ensure we have a workforce with the training and skills needed to fill jobs in this critical field,” Rosen said in a press release. The…

In a significant development for the blockchain gaming industry, MetaCene, a pioneering blockchain MMORPG, has announced a strategic partnership with Mantle, a high-performance blockchain infrastructure provider. The collaboration aims to transform the gaming landscape by combining MetaCene’s immersive gaming experience with Mantle’s advanced blockchain technology. The highlight of this partnership is the launch of MetaCene’s latest gaming test event, “The Gold Rush,” which began on July 28th. The event offers a significant reward pool of over $3 million, demonstrating the scale and ambition of this collaboration. Participants in Asia and the US will have the opportunity to earn $MAK tokens,…

As the risk of cyber attacks increases worldwide, many major governments have announced plans to strengthen their cyber defenses.In the Indo-Pacific, government representatives from Japan, Australia, India and the United States met recently in Tokyo to discuss Chinese threats to cybersecurity and maritime security in the region.Meanwhile, the UK has been described as “highly exposed” to cyber threats by the UK government’s Science Minister Peter Kyle (via The Guardian ). Increasing threats and risksKyle blames Britain’s previous Conservative government for weakening the country’s resilience against both cyber attacks and future pandemics.”Our nation’s resilience has been severely and catastrophically undermined,” he…

Cybersecurity will be on high alert as Americans participate in major activities like the 2024 presidential election, large cultural festivals, and high-profile sporting events. Phishing attacks occur throughout the year in a bid to deceive users through emails and messages. These threats are heightened during high-profile events such as presidential elections, cultural festivals like music festivals or state fairs, major sporting events like the Olympics, and national celebrations like Independence Day. Cybercriminals target such events, looking for vulnerabilities to steal sensitive information or spread malware. Individuals and organizations must remain prepared and establish appropriate and effective cybersecurity measures to protect…

AMHERST, Mass. (WWLP) – The Amherst Water District has received a $50,000 grant to make cybersecurity improvements after a recent assessment identified a risk of cyberattack. The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), which requires states to evaluate cybersecurity as part of its inspections of public water systems, said many water systems are not taking basic steps to ensure their security despite frequent cyberattacks. What we know so far about the attack on France’s rail network ahead of the Olympics The Biden administration warned state governors in March that cyber attacks were being targeted to “cripple” water and wastewater systems across the…

A day dedicated to providing insights into the impact of AIWASHINGTON–(BUSINESS WIRE)–#5G–The 15th annual Billington Cybersecurity Summit will have a special focus on artificial intelligence (AI) and its impact on national security. Taking place from September 3-6 at the Ronald Reagan Building in Washington, DC, this year’s theme is “Advancing Cybersecurity in the Era of AI,” which will run throughout the event, with the final day focused exclusively on the issue. “AI presents new challenges and opportunities for those who defend the nation and our allies against cyber threats. The convergence of cybersecurity and AI poses risks to national security,…