Wednesday, December 30, 2015

IT News Head Lines (Ars Technica) 31/12/2015





Microsoft may have your encryption key; here’s how to take it back
It doesn't require you to buy a new copy of Windows.










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Musician David Lowery sues Spotify for “unlawfully” distributing music
Frontman for Cracker and Camper Van Beethoven wants a class-action lawsuit.










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Uber, Lyft competitor Sidecar shuts down to “work on strategic alternatives”
Ridesharing, delivery service apparently couldn't get out from under lack of funding.










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New type of contagious cancer spreading among Tasmanian devils
Infectious tumors may be more common than expected. This is the second in devils.










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Microsoft patents a slider, earning EFF’s “Stupid Patent of the Month” award
The patent is ammo in a battle between MS Word and Corel's WordPerfect.










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Liver hormone may be the off-switch for sweet-tooth, cocktail cravings
Hormone therapy now in clinical trials for treating obesity and type 2 diabetes.










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Using the new Apple TV to emulate classic game consoles
Just a little effort will transform your Apple TV into a '90s gaming machine.










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20 minutes behind the scenes with the new X-Files
If you're a fan this should whet your appetite for the show's return next month.










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PSA: Duke Nukem classics being removed from GOG store, going on sale
Kick ass and chew bubble gum for 90% off before they’re gone at year’s end.










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Editorial: Wikipedia fails as an encyclopedia, to science’s detriment
Ever look up an obscure scientific topic? Who is that information meant for?










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Marines’ LS3 robotic mule is too loud for real-world combat
Five years and $42 million later, the robodog project is shelved.










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China’s new anti-terror law: No backdoors, but decryption on demand
Companies must provide "decryption and other technical support assistance"










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Ars talks about the future of electric powertrains with Audi
Two rear motors mean massive potential for torque vectoring.










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Maps reveal US “hotspots” where crops could fail in the future
Wild bee dieoffs could affect crops that depend on the insects for pollination.










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Complaint factory: Angry Internet subscribers tee off against Comcast, Verizon, AT&T
People are really mad about Comcast data caps.










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