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‘Skeletal tracking’: NRL explores upgrade to bunker technology | Sport
The NRL is considering the use of “skeletal tracking” to pick up forward passes as debate continues to rage about the merits of keeping the controversial, multi-million-dollar bunker. Referees’ boss Graham Annesley has revealed the league is researching the viability of such extreme motion technology following another round blighted by video refereeing howlers. Annesley said …
NRL is assessing the bunker’s future, and looking at ‘skeletal tracking’ technology for forward passes
The NRL is considering the use of “skeletal tracking” to pick up forward passes as debate continues to rage about the merits of keeping the controversial, multi-million-dollar bunker. Key points: The NRL’s head of football elite competitions, Graham Annesley, has revealed the league is researching the viability of such extreme motion technology following another round …
Data-privacy challenges for California COVID-19 contact-tracing technology – Urgent Comms
Developers, governments, and regulators must work with the cybersecurity industry to apply rigorous standards to contact-tracing apps to make sure that the societal impact of COVID-19 doesn’t extend into personal privacy. As opt-in contact-tracing applications across the US are being built for state-specific usage, attention inevitably turns to the privacy risks they present, and how …
Tracking the Tropics: Breaking down Hurricanes Hanna and Douglas
RALEIGH, N.C. (WNCN) – Two named storms are affecting two different parts of the country this weekend but both are posing the same threats. Hanna became the first hurricane of the 2020 Atlantic season when the storm strengthened Saturday morning before moving inland. Hanna made landfall on Padre Island, Texas on Saturday at 5 p.m. …
Governments, technology and the future of the public sector – Urgent Comms
As the world slows down in an effort to combat the COVID-19 pandemic, there are still many sectors that are forced to remain operational. One, that has become increasingly important as the pandemic spreads, is local government. Public services are essential to help citizens access funds, health services, and information. And, as record numbers of …
What healthcare providers should demand from technology
The healthcare industry is facing new and increased pressures as a result of COVID-19. With industries across the board turning to digital solutions to help maintain productivity and continuity, the current crisis presents an opportunity for healthcare organisations to speed up their adoption of digital solutions. However, a recent survey revealed that 61% of healthcare …
Coronavirus Israel live: Lawmakers approve digital tracking as new cases break record – Israel News
Israel and the West Bank are dealing with a renewed outbreak of the coronavirus, leading to proposals and measures intended to curb its spread and mitigate the economic ramifications of the crisis by both the Israeli and the Palestinian authorities. 26,257 people in Israel have so far tested positive for the coronavirus; 322 people have died. …
watchOS 7 for Apple Watch: Sleep tracking, face sharing, new workouts including dance, hand washing detection, more
Apple is previewing watchOS 7, the new software update coming to Apple Watch later this year. The update includes new watch faces, workout types, and sleep tracking. Here are some core changes in watchOS 7 for Apple Watch: Built-in sleep tracking with iPhone integration New workout types including Dance, Core Training, Functional Strength Training, and …
Coronavirus Live Updates: Tracking the Race for a Vaccine
In the worldwide race for a vaccine, here’s where they stand. Researchers around the world are developing more than 125 vaccines against the coronavirus. Vaccines typically require years of research and testing before reaching the clinic, but scientists are hoping to produce a safe and effective vaccine by next year. The New York Times is …
As Chinese authorities expand use of health tracking apps, privacy concerns grow
SHANGHAI (Reuters) – China’s health tracking QR codes, which have played a key part in the country’s successful containment of the coronavirus, now look set to play a much broader role in daily life as local authorities dream up new uses for the technology. A security guard holds up a QR code for a health …
