Welcome toIndie App Spotlight. This is a weekly 9to5Mac series where we showcase the latest apps in the indie app world. If youre a developer and would like your app featured, getin contact.Pinningis a unique calendar countdown app for iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, and Apple Vision. It offers a visually appealing way of keeping track of birthdays, calendar events, anniversaries, and more! It also includes a number of native-feeling design elements.Top featuresFirst and foremost, Pinning is a calendar app at heart. You can sync your iPhones Calendar app to Pinning, allowing you to keep track of all of your important upcoming events through a quick scroll.Pinning also supports a number of great Apple ecosystem features, including iCloud Sync, support for Siri Shortcuts, Spotlight, and interactive widgets. You can also collaborate on event lists through iCloud, making it easy to share a brief schedule with a friend or colleague.The app also puts a huge emphasis on birthdays and anniversaries, making it easy to keep track of those important dates in your life.You can also organize events with tags, or sort them into different notebooks. Pinning also makes it easy to set up recurring events.Obviously, there have been a number of countdown apps on the App Store, but Pinning aims to be different by focusing on the more novel features, while also being a simple to use app that fits in your ecosystem. And honestly, in my eyes, it feels like the right way to handle calendars.Pinning also prioritizes user privacy, and doesnt serve any in-app advertising, even for free users. It also has a number of fun app icons and customization options.Pinning is available for free on the App Store for iPhone/iPad running iOS 17 or later, Apple Watch running watchOS 10 or later, and Apple Vision Pro on all visionOS versions.For all of Pinnings premium features, such as the ability to sync your devices calendar, you can purchase Pinning Pro, for $1.49/month, $11.99/year, or $29.99 lifetime.Follow Michael:X/Twitter,Threads,InstagramAdd 9to5Mac to your Google News feed. FTC: We use income earning auto affiliate links. More.Youre reading 9to5Mac experts who break news about Apple and its surrounding ecosystem, day after day. Be sure to check out our homepage for all the latest news, and follow 9to5Mac on Twitter, Facebook, and LinkedIn to stay in the loop. Dont know where to start? Check out our exclusive stories, reviews, how-tos, and subscribe to our YouTube channel

This weekend is Indie Charity Weekend a new initiative started by notable app developer Will Bishop! Starting today, 100% of this weekends proceeds from the 23 participating apps will go to the charity of the developers choice.In the past, Will has held app fundraisers for the early 2020 Australian wildfires, where he raised over $3000 and provided proof of donation. This time around, hes gathered nearly two dozen apps to participate in a charity weekend, with a pretty nice lineup:As mentioned earlier, each developer is donating to a varying charity, and you can learn more by checking out the website for Indie Charity Weekend. Proof of donation will be provided within a few days of the weekend ending.Some of the supported charities include Make A Wish, St. Jude, and American Cancer Society.If any of these apps sound interesting to you, and youre interested in supporting charity, feel free to check out any of these apps this weekend! Its a great concept, and Id love to see more of this in the community.As a reminder, 100% of proceeds (earnings after Apples 15-30% cut) will go to charity for purchases made in these apps this weekend (November 16-17).Follow Michael:X/Twitter,Threads,InstagramAdd 9to5Mac to your Google News feed. FTC: We use income earning auto affiliate links. More.Youre reading 9to5Mac experts who break news about Apple and its surrounding ecosystem, day after day. Be sure to check out our homepage for all the latest news, and follow 9to5Mac on Twitter, Facebook, and LinkedIn to stay in the loop. Dont know where to start? Check out our exclusive stories, reviews, how-tos, and subscribe to our YouTube channel

This career casualty is nothing compared to Neom's death toll. Natural SelectionThe head of the world's largest and most ambitious construction project has stepped down amid jaw-dropping claims about its death toll.As the Wall Street Journal reports, Nadhmi al-Nasr, the CEO of Saudi Arabia's futuristic city project Neom which includes The Line, a plannedpair ofskycrapers that would be 100 milesin length has abruptly departed the role he's held since 2018. This exit comes after a newChannel 3 documentary alleged that more than 21,000 foreign workers had died during its construction, a figure that doesn't even seem to include the number of indigenous people displaced and disappeared during Neom's construction.Sources familiar with the executive shakeup confirmed to the newspaper that he had left the position in recent days, though it remains unclear why exactly the Neom CEO left and whether it had to do with the recent allegations.In an email viewed by theWSJ, Neom's board named Aiman al-Mudaifer, a real estate executive with the Saudi kingdom's Public Investment Fund, as al-Nasr's successor. In that email, Neom's governing body said the move was a "strategic decision of the Board and a natural evolution."Behind BudgetWhile the specter of all those deaths hangs over the project, insiders who spoke to the WSJ said that the Public Investment Fund is now stepping in to take over after repeated delays and ballooning budgets on the project that seems very difficult to execute.An experienced builder, al-Nasr oversaw the construction of both a giant oil field for the kingdom's Aramco oil company and a university complex jutting up against the Red Sea.But the mind-boggling planned scope of Neom which beyond the 100-mile skyscrapers are also slated to include a soccer stadium for the kingdom's 2026 World Cup bid, a ski resort in the desert, and a floating business district is far beyond anything on the ex-CEO's rsum.As the newspaper's sources note, two of Neom's other top executives, a pair of Westerners who were the subjects of a WSJ corruption expos earlier this year, have also left their positions in recent months. Viewed together, these departures suggest the Saudis are cleaning house and that the people who died to get there may matter less than the kingdom's bottom line.More on Saudi Arabia: More Than 1,300 Muslim Pilgrims Die From Extreme HeatShare This Article

Holo ThereNov 16, 12:00 PM EST/byFrank LandymoreRural Hospital Installs Holograph Machine So Doctors Can Appear From Elsewhere"I can see the three dimensions of the anesthesiologist's head, legs, and torso in lifelike detail."Nov 16, 12:00 PM EST/Frank LandymoreImage by HoloboxDevelopmentsDoctor out of town? No problem they can be beamed in as a 3D image.Crescent Regional Hospital outside Dallas, Texas, has become the first in the country to offer doctor appointmentswith a holographic machine, allowing overworked medical specialists, who often have to visit multiple medical centers in a week and sometimes even a day, to see more patients.It also comes with the added bonus of turning your typically dreary telehealth visit into something a bit more lifelike and personable though of course, there's no beating the real thing."I can see the three dimensions of the anesthesiologist's head, legs, and torso in lifelike detail," wrote journalist Mark Dent of his holographic doctor experience in an article for Texas Monthly magazine. "Only the background a white void reveals she's not with us."The holographic device is called a Holobox, designed by the Netherlands startup Holoconnect. With the stature of an oversized vending machine, the Holobox more or less functions as an enormous booth that can display a life-sized image of a physician or anyone else calling in.The holographs are created using a transparent LCD screen, which is practically invisible, housed behind a layer of anti-glare glass. As such, the images aren't being projected into 3D space, but instead create the illusion of three-dimensionality.It's not quite "Star Wars," but the effect is apparently compelling. Dr. Olayinka Adepitan, the anesthesiologist interviewed by Texas Monthly, called the tech a "game changer." She found that patients were more attentive during her Holobox call-ins than during typical telehealth visits (like over Zoom)."The longer we talk, the more I forget that in reality Adepitan is at a clinic in Farmers Branch, about thirty miles north," Dent wrote.As the first hospital to deploy the technology this way, Crescent is currently using the Holobox for pre-surgery and post-surgery consultations. Adepitan told Texas Monthly that it allows her to discharge patients sooner than if she had to wait to drive to the county, a trip she's only scheduled to make twice a week.Thanks to the tech, Adepitan simply reports to the nearby medical center she normally works at, and sits in front of a camera and white screen to beam herself in remotely. She views patients through a TV monitor, while a local nurse does the work of physically examining the patient.As Texas Monthly notes, rural areas across the country are chronically short-staffed of medical professionals. Rural Texas has suffered dozens of hospital closures in the past decade. Among doctors, there is enthusiasm for telehealth, tech-inflected or otherwise, as one way of relieving the shortage but some stress that it's not the be-all and end-all."We see telehealth as a very important innovation for rural communities," John Henderson, CEO of Texas Organization of Rural and Community Hospitals, told Texas Monthly. "We do not see it as a silver bullet."It's also not cheap. The Holobox costs Crescent hospital $65,000 upfront, on top of $1,200 a month in maintenance. But the hospital's CEO Raji Kumar, who pushed for the tech, argues that offering holographic appointments may be a way for struggling rural hospitals to retain patients and therefore make money who may forego a local medical center since it can't attract top specialists.More on medical tech: Neuralink Competitor Restores Vision in Blind Patients With Eye ImplantShare This ArticleImage by HoloboxRead This Next

Nov 15, 2024The Hacker NewsWebinar / Cyber SecurityIn the fast-paced digital world, trust is everythingbut what happens when that trust is disrupted? Certificate revocations, though rare, can send shockwaves through your operations, impacting security, customer confidence, and business continuity. Are you prepared to act swiftly when the unexpected happens?Join DigiCert's exclusive webinar, "When Shift Happens: Are You Ready for Rapid Certificate Replacement?", and discover how automation, crypto agility, and best practices can transform revocation challenges into opportunities for growth and resilience.Here's what you'll uncover:Revocations Uncovered: Understand why they happen, their ripple effects, and the role of post-quantum cryptography in mitigating risks.Automation to the Rescue: Learn how to minimize downtime and streamline certificate replacements with cutting-edge tools.Crypto Agility in Action: Stay ahead of evolving cryptographic standards with strategies that keep your organization secure and adaptable.Revocation Best Practices: Explore proven tactics to communicate effectively, update systems seamlessly, and maintain uninterrupted business operations.This isn't just another webinarit's a roadmap to mastering one of the most critical aspects of digital trust. Equip your team with the knowledge to handle revocations like a pro and future-proof your certificate management processes.Seats are limitedregister now and take the first step toward a more secure and resilient future. Don't wait for the shift to happenbe ready to lead through it!Found this article interesting? This article is a contributed piece from one of our valued partners. Follow us on Twitter and LinkedIn to read more exclusive content we post.SHARE

A Vietnamese-speaking threat actor has been linked to an information-stealing campaign targeting government and education entities in Europe and Asia with a new Python-based malware called PXA Stealer.The malware "targets victims' sensitive information, including credentials for various online accounts, VPN and FTP clients, financial information, browser cookies, and data from gaming software," Cisco Talos researchers Joey Chen, Alex Karkins, and Chetan Raghuprasad said."PXA Stealer has the capability to decrypt the victim's browser master password and uses it to steal the stored credentials of various online accounts"The connections to Vietnam stem from the presence of Vietnamese comments and a hard-coded Telegram account named "Lone None" in the stealer program, the latter of which includes an icon of Vietnam's national flag and a picture of the emblem for Vietnam's Ministry of Public Security.Cisco Talos said it observed the attacker selling Facebook and Zalo account credentials, and SIM cards in the Telegram channel "Mua Bn Scan MINI," which has been previously linked to another threat actor called CoralRaider. Lone None has also been found to be active on another Vietnamese Telegram group operated by CoralRaider called "C Black Ads - Dropship."That said, it's currently not clear if these two intrusion sets are related, if they are carrying out their campaigns independently of each other."The tools shared by the attacker in the group are automated utilities designed to manage several user accounts. These tools include a Hotmail batch creation tool, an email mining tool, and a Hotmail cookie batch modification tool," the researchers said."The compressed packages provided by the threat actor often contain not only the executable files for these tools but also their source code, allowing users to modify them as needed."There is evidence to suggest that such programs are offered for sale via other sites like aehack[.]com that claim to provide free hack and cheat tools. Tutorials for using these tools are shared via YouTube channels, further highlighting that there is a concerted effort to market them.Attack chains propagating PXA Stealer commence with a phishing email containing a ZIP file attachment, which includes a Rust-based loader and a hidden folder that, in turn, packs in several Windows batch scripts and a decoy PDF file.The execution of the loader triggers the batch scripts, which are responsible for opening the lure document, a Glassdoor job application form, while also running PowerShell commands to download and run a payload capable of disabling antivirus programs running on the host, followed by deploying the stealer itself.A noteworthy feature of PXA Stealer is its emphasis on stealing Facebook cookies, using them to authenticate a session and interacting with Facebook Ads Manager and Graph API to gather more details about the account and their associated ad-related information.The targeting of Facebook business and advertisement accounts has been a recurring pattern among Vietnamese threat actors, and PXA Stealer proves to be no different.The disclosure comes as IBM X-Force detailed an ongoing campaign since mid-April 2023 that delivers StrelaStealer to victims across Europe, specifically Italy, Spain, Germany, and Ukraine. The activity has been attributed to a "rapidly maturing" initial access broker (IAB) it tracks as Hive0145, which is believed to be the sole operator of the stealer malware."The phishing emails used in these campaigns are real invoice notifications, which have been stolen through previously exfiltrated email credentials," researchers Golo Mhr, Joe Fasulo, and Charlotte Hammond said. "StrelaStealer is designed to extract user credentials stored in Microsoft Outlook and Mozilla Thunderbird."The popularity of stealer malware is evidenced by the continuous evolution of exiting families like RECORDSTEALER (aka RecordBreaker or Raccoon Stealer V2) and Rhadamanthys, and the steady emergence of new ones like Amnesia Stealer and Glove Stealer, despite law enforcement efforts to disrupt them."Glove Stealer uses a dedicated supporting module to bypass app-bound encryption by using IElevator service," Gen Digital researcher Jan Rubn said. "While observed being spread via phishing emails resembling ClickFix, it itself also tries to mimic a fixing tool which users might use during troubleshooting problems they might have encountered."Found this article interesting? Follow us on Twitter and LinkedIn to read more exclusive content we post.

Sir Ridley Scott regrets leaving the Alien franchise after the first movie.The 86-year-old director helmed the eponymous sci-fi horror flick in 1979 before passing the torch to the series to a string of other filmmakers including James Cameron, David Fincher, and Jean-Pierre Jeunet, though Scott has now admitted he wishes he took full ownership of the IP after his original film proved to be such a critical and commercial hit.In a interview with Deadline,Scott said: We were asleep at the wheel. My advisors, who frankly no longer are with me, were asleep at the wheel, certainly. And I partly blame myself, except I was busy making other films. And so it was let go and it shouldnt have been.After making Alien, Scott went on to make the Harrison Ford-starring sci-fi classic Blade Runner and followed it up with fantasy adventure film Legend.Terminator director James Cameron took over the Alienfranchise and was responsible for helming the 1986 sequel Aliens, which took the Xenomorph creature into action territory.After Camerons film, the series was passed to David Fincher and Jean-Pierre Jeunet, who helmed Alien 3 and Alien: Resurrection in 1992 and 1997 respectively.Ridley Scott, Noomi Rapace20th Century Foxloading...READ MORE: Every Alien Movie, Ranked From Worst to BestWhile Scott was satisfied with Camerons work on Aliens, the filmmaker was not happy with what followed, especially the crossover films Alien vs. Predator and Aliens vs. Predator: Requiem.He recalled: Jim told me, Listen, I cant get it as frightening because youve just shown the beast enough that its no longer fresh. But it works, still.He said, Im going to go military. Thats what Jim said. I said, Gotcha. Jims was a very good sequel. Three and four became more and more difficult. As it unrolled, I thought, oh God, theyre fing it up. And then from that, honestly, I said, Okay, thats done.Following his long break from the franchise, Scott returned with the 2012 prequel Prometheus which he wrote with Damon Lindelof and its follow-up Alien: Covenant five years later.The Gladiator II director explained he was inspired to revisit the series after Camerons Aliens proved to stand the test of time and became one of the more popular entries into the franchise.Scott explained: Years later, I saw this bloody film that they keep playing every night somewhere on the globe, on all the platforms. Theres life in the best, yet.Thats why I sat down with the great writer Lindelof, and we reconstructed a resurrection of the era, with Prometheus, and how it evolved from Alien.Get our free mobile app20 Sequels You Forgot ExistedThese hit films all got sequels although most were flops, and all are now forgotten.

Work from home as a Marketing Manager with flexible hours, test your creativity and marketing skillset - and earn more the better you get!As a Marketing Manager in our Agency, you will guide clients in developing and executing social media strategies, focusing on TikTok and Instagram (short-form content).We're a Marketing agency based in Switzerland, helping companies and influencers grow and monetize their reach. Our team is rapidly expanding, driven by a passion for success and growth.If you take on this job, your responsibilities include:- Analyzing social media profiles and trends daily.- Managing client accounts to maximize growth and performance.- Testing and implementing new strategies to enhance social media presence.- Leading and motivating clients to align with strategies and achieve goals.What we're looking for:- Motivation & Good Mindset: A driven individual with big goals and a strong work ethic.- Creativity & Analytical Skills: The ability to spot and create trends while analyzing data to understand performance.- Flexibility: Open to adjusting schedules and being responsive beyond standard hours.- Leadership Qualities: Capable of inspiring and guiding clients.- Strong Communication: Excellent English skills, both written and spoken.- Marketing Experience: Background in short-form content or other marketing fields is a plus.- Long-Term Vision: Seeking candidates ready for a lasting commitment aligned with our growth vision.Why join us?- Performance-Based Rewards: substantial commissions tied to your performance.- Flexible Remote Work: Work from anywhere with freedom and balance.- Comprehensive Training: Stay ahead in social media and sales trends.- Meaningful Impact: Shape client and company success, unlocking future opportunities.Pay: $32,000 - $72,000/year (full-time).To Apply:Send your CV and cover letter to [emailprotected]. Include "IM INTERESTED" in your application to confirm you've read everything carefully. Related Jobs See more Sales and Marketing jobs

We are seeking a highly skilled and versatile Accountant and controller to manage the financial and business control tasks for our three companies in Switzerland, Germany, and the UAE. This is a fully remote position that requires an experienced professional with expertise in international finance, accounting, and control.As a key team member, you will oversee accounting, ensure compliance with local laws, manage financial reporting, optimize business processes, and provide strategic insights to support decision-making.Key ResponsibilitiesAccounting & Financial Compliance (40%):Prepare accurate financial statements and reports in accordance with IFRS.Ensure compliance with local and international tax regulations and manage filings for Switzerland, Germany, and UAE entities.Oversee regulatory, tax, trade, and bank compliance across jurisdictions.Support internal and external audits and maintain relationships with financial authorities.Manage accounts payable and receivable, perform reconciliations, and handle all payments.Business Control & Optimization (30%):Analyze costs and profitability by customer and product.Track cash flow and optimize it to improve financial efficiency.Identify and implement cost reduction strategies.Assist in tender bid and investment calculations.Provide timely and accurate management reports to aid decision-making.Systems & Process Development (20%):Design and implement accounting and compliance systems tailored to each jurisdiction.Develop protocols to ensure smooth coordination between internal bookkeepers and external accountants.Overhaul and enhance financial workflows and cross-department information flow.Advisory & Communication (10%):Serve as the main point of contact for financial matters across all entities.Collaborate with diverse teams in different time zones and cultural contexts.Maintain professional communication with clients, authorities, and internal stakeholders.RequirementsEducation: Degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field.Experience: Minimum of 3 years in a similar role; 5+ years preferred.Skills:Expertise in IFRS and local compliance in Switzerland, Germany, and UAE.Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., Xero, QuickBooks) and Excel.Strong analytical skills with a focus on accuracy and detail.Experience in designing and implementing structured systems.Experience with the European VAT system.Language: Fluency in English is required; fluency in German and Arabic is a significant advantage.Mindset: Self-starter, independent worker, and assertive communicator.Technical: Reliable internet connection and a distraction-free remote work environment.What We OfferCompetitive compensation with annual pay increases for good performance.20 paid vacation days per year (starting after the first 6 months).Opportunity for professional growth and development.Full remote flexibility within European or UAE time zones.A collaborative, supportive, and diverse work environment.If you are passionate about managing finances, optimizing processes, and contributing to the success of dynamic international businesses, wed love to hear from you.Apply now to join our team and make an impact from anywhere!

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