Join us on a virtual voyage through the tech headlines this week.
Bugs vs Rust
Obviously we are talking about bugs of the computer, not the creepy-crawly persuasion. According to the CISA out of 172 open-source projects they analyzed 52% were written using “memory-unsafe” languages…YIKES! So what’s the cure? Rust and other memory-safe languages. Read more about their findings here: Exploring Memory Safety in Critical Open Source Projects (cisa.gov)
Friendly Fire
Firefox has come under fire after their latest release of Firefox 127 left some users frustrated. While they made some privacy and security enhancements it is also causing some issues for people who like to have both a private and main Firefox window open at the same time.
Tech Throwback
Ready to channel your inner Steve Jobs? No, I’m not talking black turtlenecks - think a little earlier. Like 1984 SJ - we’re talking pinstripe suit, bow tie, leather travel bag, vintage Apple pin. Well it could be yours if the price is right. You can put in your bid now at Julian’s Auctions: Spotlight History & Technology
Ret(AI)l Nostalgia
Guess who’s back with a tech twist? Geoffrey the Giraffe just got an AI makeover in the latest Toys ‘R’ Us ad. Toys ’R’ Us is playing with ‘grown up toys' like OpenAI’s Sora and it’s got me feeling kinda nostalgic...
Until next time!