Buffalo and Uvalde shootings set to rekindle arguments about end-to-end encryption
Discussions about the role of social networks in the wake of the deadly mass shootings in Buffalo, New York, and Uvalde, Texas, look set to rekindle arguments about end-to-end encryption of private messages. Politicians weighed in after it was disc.....»»
Raspberry Pi Bitlocker hack is a new spin on a years-old, well-documented exploit
Exploit works on PCs with discrete TPM chips, which are rarer in modern systems. Enlarge / A $10 Raspberry Pi Pico-based TPM sniffing tool, designed to grab the Bitlocker disk encryption keys from some models of Lenovo laptop. (.....»»
Judge rules against users suing Google and Apple over “annoying” search results
Users struggled to prove harms from Google's default search deal with Apple. Enlarge (credit: SOPA Images / Contributor | LightRocket) While the world awaits closing arguments later this year in the US government's antit.....»»
Apple"s legal fight against Pegasus spyware maker won"t move to Israel
Pegasus spyware developer NSO Group's bid to move Apple's lawsuit against it to Israel has been denied, with the ruling judge saying the spyware firm's arguments don't overrule the challenges that Apple would face should it move.NSO GroupApple filed.....»»
How to watch Chiefs vs. Bills playoff game without cable
The best live streaming services to watch the KC Chiefs vs. Buffalo Bills game in the 2024 NFL Playoffs without cable. Wondering how to watch the 2024 NFL Playoffs? Here are your best options:.....»»
Supreme Court may overturn precedent governing climate regulations
1984's Chevron doctrine has been a pillar of federal regulatory law. Enlarge (credit: Getty Images | Rudy Sulgan) The Supreme Court on Wednesday heard arguments for overturning the so-called Chevron doctrine, one of the.....»»
Attribute-based encryption could spell the end of data compromise
The future of data privacy is the end of compromise. With the world producing data at astounding rates, we need ways to put data to the best use while protecting against breaches and ensuring privacy, data protection and access control. These princip.....»»
Supreme Court denies Epic v. Apple petitions, opening up iOS payment options
Most of Epic's arguments are moot now, but one point will change the App Store. Enlarge / Artist's conception of iOS developers after today's Supreme Court ruling, surveying a new landscape of payment options and subscription sig.....»»
The Boeing 737 Max Crisis Reignites Arguments Over Infant Safety on Planes
A midair blowout on a Boeing 737 Max 9 showed seatbelts matter, but infants under two still aren’t required to have their own seats. Experts say changing the rules would make flying safer for children—but would result in more deaths......»»
Bills vs Steelers live stream: Can you watch the game for free?
Both just four wins away from securing the ultimate NFL prize, the Buffalo Bills and Pittsburgh Steelers meet in just an hour in an AFC Wild Card showdown. The game starts at 3:30 PM ET today, Monday, January 14, after yesterday’s original 1 PM.....»»
Josh Allen and Transformers cross over in new Paramount+ ad
Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen and the Transformers' Scourge toss the football around in a new Paramount+ ad during the AFC Wild Card game......»»
Bills vs Steelers Live Stream: Can You Watch the Game for Free?
Both just four wins away from securing the ultimate NFL prize, the Buffalo Bills and Pittsburgh Steelers meet this afternoon in an AFC Wild Card showdown. The game starts at 1:00 p.m. ET today, Sunday January 14 (weather permitting), and will be tele.....»»
Apple AirDrop leaks user data like a sieve. Chinese authorities say they’re scooping it up.
Chinese authorities are exploiting a weakness Apple has allowed to go unfixed for 5 years. Enlarge (credit: Aurich Lawson | Getty Images) Chinese authorities recently said they're using an advanced encryption attack to d.....»»
Apple tells EU it has five different App Stores, not just one
While Apple is making behind-the-scenes preparations for allowing third-party app stores to comply with Europe’s antitrust requirements, the company is continuing to make arguments about why it shouldn’t have to. Latest among these is the sugg.....»»
When newspapers close, nonprofit executive salaries go up. Way up
Local newspapers are key to keeping residents informed about civic affairs, and the threat of negative media coverage keeps nonprofit leadership salaries in check, according to new University at Buffalo School of Management research......»»
Preserving privacy through advanced encryption techniques
At its core, encryption involves the use of algorithms, mathematical functions that manipulate data into a seemingly random and indecipherable form. This encoded information, referred to as ciphertext, can only be converted back into its original, me.....»»
Dallas Cowboys vs. Buffalo Bills live stream: watch the NFL for free
Two of the most explosive NFL teams square off in Buffalo on Sunday. Find out how to watch a live stream of the Cowboys versus Bills on December 17......»»
Arguments for and against "high-stakes" exams: The evidence for using them doesn"t stack up
Across Australia, students are receiving and digesting important exam results. University students began receiving their semester 2 results at the end of November. This week and early next week, Year 12 students are also receiving their final marks......»»
Meta introduces default end-to-end encryption for Messenger and Facebook
Meta is introducing default end-to-end encryption (E2EE) for chats and calls across Messenger and Facebook, the company revealed on Wednesday. Rolling out E2EE for Messenger and Facebook E2EE ensures that messages content is only visible to the perso.....»»
Meta defies FBI opposition to encryption, brings E2EE to Facebook, Messenger
Default E2EE rolling out now but will take months to reach all 1 billion users. Enlarge (credit: Getty Images | Chesnot ) Meta has started enabling end-to-end encryption (E2EE) by default for chats and calls on Messenger.....»»
Do terrorist attacks and mass shootings make big companies more "honest"?
Terrorist attacks and mass shootings are devastating for the people and communities they affect. These events impact our society in many ways, including perhaps unexpectedly, by changing how big companies calculate and report their earnings......»»