0-day in Windows driver exploited by North Korean hackers to deliver rootkit (CVE-2024-38193)
CVE-2024-38193, an actively exploited zero-day that Microsoft patched earlier this month, has been leveraged by North Korean hackers to install a rootkit on targets’ computers, Gen Digital researchers have revealed. About CVE-2024-38193 CVE-202.....»»
OpenAI announces o3 and o3-mini, its next simulated reasoning models
o3 matches human levels on ARC-AGI benchmark, and o3-mini exceeds o1 at some tasks. On Friday, during Day 12 of its "12 days of OpenAI," OpenAI CEO Sam Altman announced its latest.....»»
Only 15% of Steam users have played games released in 2024, but why?
Steam's end-of-the-year review reveals that 15% of users' total playtime was devoted to games released in 2024......»»
3 underrated Netflix movies you should watch this weekend (December 20-22)
Need some good films to watch this weekend? Netflix has three underrated movies you should stream starring Adam Driver, Liam Neeson, Selena Gomez, and more......»»
Next-gen CarPlay’s first models should still ‘arrive in 2024,’ per Apple’s site
Holiday breaks are starting to kick off, when Apple and other companies tend to not make many new announcements. But there’s one big update we’re still expecting, according to Apple’s website: the arrival of the first next-gen CarPlay models......»»
9to5Mac Daily: December 20, 2024 – Apple Watch Ultra 3 rumors, more
Listen to a recap of the top stories of the day from 9to5Mac. 9to5Mac Daily is available on iTunes and Apple’s Podcasts app, Stitcher, TuneIn, Google Play, or through our dedicated RSS feed for Overcast and other podcast players. Sponsore.....»»
Scientists steer the development of stem cells to regenerate and repair organs
Investigators from Cedars-Sinai and the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) have identified a new way to deliver instructions that tell stem cells to grow into specific bodily structures, a critical step in eventually regenerating and repa.....»»
In 2024, early access video games went mainstream
Between Palworld, Hades 2, and Path of Exile 2, early access became more mainstream than ever in 2024......»»
Best small smartphones of 2024
These are the best small smartphones you can get in 2024. The post Best small smartphones of 2024 appeared first on Phandroid. There used to be a time when smartphone displays were around 5-inch to 6-inch but not anymore. It has become com.....»»
CISA: Use Signal or other secure communications app
In the wake of the widespread compromise of US telecom giants’ networks by Chinese hackers and the FBI advising Americans to use end-to-end encrypted communications, CISA is advising “highly targeted individuals” – senior gove.....»»
ESA and NASA satellites deliver first joint picture of Greenland Ice Sheet melting
Academics from Northumbria University are part of an international research team which has used data from satellites to track changes in the thickness of the Greenland Ice Sheet......»»
I wore an Oura Ring for all of 2024. Here’s why I love it and why I’m concerned
I've worn an Oura Ring all year, and this is how it holds my attention but also why I'm a little concerned about how it'll look through 2025......»»
New Netflix movies: the biggest films to stream in December 2024
These are the biggest new Netflix movies that have debuted on the world's best streaming platform recently......»»
DEAL: The 2024 Motorola Razr+ is $200 CHEAPER right now!
If you want an affordable foldable phone with flagship hardware, don’t miss this deal for the 2024 Motorola Razr+! The post DEAL: The 2024 Motorola Razr+ is $200 CHEAPER right now! appeared first on Phandroid. Earlier this year, Motorola.....»»
New infosec products of the week: December 20, 2024
Here’s a look at the most interesting products from the past week, featuring releases from Appdome, GitGuardian, RunSafe Security, Stairwell, and Netwrix. GitGuardian launches multi-vault integration to combat secrets sprawl GitGuardian unveiled a.....»»
46% of financial institutions had a data breach in the past 24 months
As the financial industry is the most targeted sector for data breaches in 2024, it’s now more important than ever to strengthen the industry moving into 2025, according to SailPoint. Financial institutions face growing cyber threats In 2024, rough.....»»
AI is becoming the weapon of choice for cybercriminals
AI changes how organizations look at cybersecurity GenAI is compromising security while promising efficiency This article highlights key findings from 2024 reports on AI and GenAI technologies, focusing on their potential and major challenges. Overre.....»»
iPhone 16 is surprisingly the best small phone of 2024 according to MKBHD
Every year, MKBHD holds its Smartphone Awards, choosing the best smartphones in different categories. For 2024, the YouTuber chose phones for 10 categories, and surprisingly, won an unexpected one – this year’s Best Small Phone. more….....»»
The annual Steam Winter Sale is back with some deep discounts
2024's Steam Winter Sale is now live, bringing deep discounts to tons of beloved PC games......»»
Apple iPad mini (2024) vs. iPad Air (2024): Which one to buy?
The iPad mini (2024) and the iPad Air (2024) are both more powerful and versatile than before. But which one should you go for?.....»»
Here’s why some PC gamers shouldn’t install the latest Windows 11 update
Microsoft confirms that Windows 11 24H2 is causing issues with Auto HDR and leading to unresponsive games......»»