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Time of India
2 days ago
- Business
- Time of India
How Steve Ballmer may have just agreed with Android co-founder for Bill Gates being responsible for Microsoft losing $400 billion-plus in smartphone war
Steve Ballmer , former CEO of Microsoft recently admitted how overconfidence in Windows prevented the software giant from capitalizing on the smartphone market. Speaking on the Acquired podcast, Ballmer said, 'We were too confident,' as he reflected on Microsoft's past strategy of pushing Windows into markets where it didn't fit, instead of building solutions tailored to specific platforms. His remarks echoes with Android co-founder Rich Miner who – earlier this year – attributed Microsoft's loss of smartphone wars to Android to Bill Gates 's decision. In an X post in January, Miner wrote 'I literally helped create Android to prevent Microsoft from controlling the phone the way they did the PC - stifling innovation. So it's always funny for me to hear Gates whine about losing mobile to Android'. 'I helped Orange launch the first Windows Mobile phone in 2002, the SPV. I worried MSFT might end up controlling mobile like they did the PC, I wanted something more open. So, sorry Bill, you're more responsible for losing the $400B than you realize,' he then stated. What Steve Ballmer said on Microsoft losing the smartphone war Stating that the company was 'too confident', Ballmer admitted on the podcast: 'I don't think we stuck with Windows too long. I think what we did is we tried to put Windows in places that it didn't naturally go.' He pointed to Windows Mobile and automotive applications as key examples, where Microsoft's push to use Windows APIs and interfaces led to forced and unnatural user experiences. During the podcast, Ballmer revealed that Microsoft's strategy was driven by a mix of 'paranoia and confidence' in Windows, which the company saw as its 'birthright' and 'permission to enter' new markets. This mindset influenced its push into areas like media center applications and TV integration, where simplified versions of Windows struggled to match the performance and user experience of purpose-built solutions. OnePlus Pad 3 Unboxing and first look: What's in the box? AI Masterclass for Students. Upskill Young Ones Today!– Join Now
Yahoo
28-04-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
LiveDrop Launches Software Solution for Top-Level Security at RSA Conference San Francisco
Top-level cybersecurity now accessible to any company – without expensive hardware SAN FRANCISCO, April 28, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--During the RSA Conference in San Francisco, Dutch tech company LiveDrop introduced an innovative 'software-based data diode'. This solution behaves exactly like a real data diode and offers the same high level of security as traditional hardware data diodes, but without the associated cost and complexity. This 'software-based data diode' provides companies with a scalable and efficient way to protect their systems against data leaks and attacks. What is a data diode? A data diode is a physical device that ensures data can only flow one way: either in or out, but never both, i.e., unidirectional. This prevents hackers from accessing systems through the connection. This technology is used worldwide in places and systems where maximum security is crucial, such as governments, defense, power plants, and aviation. However, for many, this level of security remained out of reach. Same protection, now as software LiveDrop is making this technology available as a software solution for the first time, without compromising on security. That means: no expensive equipment, no complicated integrations, just a smart software solution that can be easily applied, whether for a large enterprise, a smaller organization, or even an individual with sensitive data. "Hardware data diodes have been the golden standard in data security in the highest circles for years," says Patrick Moreu, CEO of LiveDrop. "We are now making that same protection accessible to everyone, as simple software you can install on your own systems or integrate within existing applications." For end users and IT partners LiveDrop's software is designed to be easily added to existing security and anti-malware systems. This makes it attractive both to companies wanting to protect their own systems and to cybersecurity firms and integration partners seeking to offer their customers additional protection. The LiveDrop software-based data diode will be available from Q2 2025 as: Software suite for Windows Mobile app for iOS and Android SDK for companies wanting to integrate LiveDrop into their own solutions The technology has already been tested and validated in healthcare, defense, and critical infrastructure sectors. At RSA, LiveDrop will be present at the Dutch pavilion, booth 954. Note for editors. About LiveDrop LiveDrop is a Dutch deep-tech company based in Eindhoven (NL) and founded on the TU/e campus. The company develops technology for secure data transfer in environments where traditional, radio frequency-based communication protocols are unavailable or undesirable. Unique to LiveDrop's approach is that data is transferred via screen and camera, without physical cables or wireless connections. Want to learn more or schedule a demo at the RSA Conference?Email: info@ Website: View source version on Contacts hello@
Business Wire
28-04-2025
- Business
- Business Wire
LiveDrop Launches Software Solution for Top-Level Security at RSA Conference San Francisco
SAN FRANCISCO--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- During the RSA Conference in San Francisco, Dutch tech company LiveDrop introduced an innovative 'software-based data diode'. This solution behaves exactly like a real data diode and offers the same high level of security as traditional hardware data diodes, but without the associated cost and complexity. This 'software-based data diode' provides companies with a scalable and efficient way to protect their systems against data leaks and attacks. Top-level cybersecurity now accessible to any company – without expensive hardware. Share What is a data diode? A data diode is a physical device that ensures data can only flow one way: either in or out, but never both, i.e., unidirectional. This prevents hackers from accessing systems through the connection. This technology is used worldwide in places and systems where maximum security is crucial, such as governments, defense, power plants, and aviation. However, for many, this level of security remained out of reach. Same protection, now as software LiveDrop is making this technology available as a software solution for the first time, without compromising on security. That means: no expensive equipment, no complicated integrations, just a smart software solution that can be easily applied, whether for a large enterprise, a smaller organization, or even an individual with sensitive data. "Hardware data diodes have been the golden standard in data security in the highest circles for years," says Patrick Moreu, CEO of LiveDrop. "We are now making that same protection accessible to everyone, as simple software you can install on your own systems or integrate within existing applications." For end users and IT partners LiveDrop's software is designed to be easily added to existing security and anti-malware systems. This makes it attractive both to companies wanting to protect their own systems and to cybersecurity firms and integration partners seeking to offer their customers additional protection. The LiveDrop software-based data diode will be available from Q2 2025 as: Software suite for Windows Mobile app for iOS and Android SDK for companies wanting to integrate LiveDrop into their own solutions The technology has already been tested and validated in healthcare, defense, and critical infrastructure sectors. At RSA, LiveDrop will be present at the Dutch pavilion, booth 954. Note for editors. About LiveDrop LiveDrop is a Dutch deep-tech company based in Eindhoven (NL) and founded on the TU/e campus. The company develops technology for secure data transfer in environments where traditional, radio frequency-based communication protocols are unavailable or undesirable. Unique to LiveDrop's approach is that data is transferred via screen and camera, without physical cables or wireless connections.
