Encrypted traffic: A double-edged sword for network defenders
Organizations are ramping up their use of encrypted traffic to lock down data. Could they be making it easier to hide threats in the process? On one hand, encryption means enhanced privacy, but it can also make the job of security analysts much harde.....»»
Mr. Cooper breach exposes sensitive info of over 14 million customers
Mortgage company Mr. Cooper has confirmed that personal information of over 14.6 million customers has been exposed in its October 2023 data breach. The breach “On October 31, 2023, Mr. Cooper detected suspicious activity in certain network sys.....»»
NordVPN releases app for Apple TVs running tvOS 17
NordVPN has announced that customers can now enjoy the popular virtual private network on a new device — the Apple TV.Image Credit: NordVPNPreviously, NordVPN customers could only utilize the VPN on their Apple TV by installing it on their Wi-Fi ro.....»»
Mapping the relations between Manhattan Project scientists using network science
The Manhattan Project was a top-secret program that culminated in the development of the first atomic bombs during World War 2. This covert and controversial research endeavor involved many gifted and reputable scientists, including physicist J. Robe.....»»
Feelings of impatience evolve over time, study says
A new study answers a timely question: What is the hardest part of waiting? Consumers do plenty of it—online, in line, in traffic, or for deliveries. And now we know it's the final phase that's most problematic for them......»»
X under formal investigation by EU into disinformation, blue checkmarks, and more
The social network X is under formal investigation by the European Union, to decide whether the company has broken the law in no fewer than eight ways … more….....»»
Love at first ride: The Specialized Turbo Creo 2 Comp gravel e-bike
Specialized says its gravel e-bike can pull double-duty as your road bike. Enlarge / The Specialized Turbo Creo 2 Comp taking a break from central Illinois gravel. (credit: Eric Bangeman) If the question is "what is the.....»»
Correct bad network behavior to bolster application experience
Legacy hardware-based applications existed happily in isolation, untethered from a network. The thing that really mattered was the speed of the hard drive and having enough memory. Today, even the software running from personal hard drives relies on.....»»
PC memory is about to double in max capacity
With higher density chips, memory manufacturers can now produce 64GB of DDR5 memory modules......»»
Meross WiFi Dual Smart Outlet review: Double the outlets at half the price
The Meross WiFi Dual Smart Outlet lets you connect two accessories into the same plug and control them separately through HomeKit, while also being cheaper than buying two smart plugs individually.Meross WiFi Dual Smart Outlet review: Device plugged.....»»
Researchers develop fast and energy-saving synthesis method for new electrocatalysts
Researchers from the Bavarian Center for Battery Technology and the "SolTech" research network at the University of Bayreuth have presented a new production method for electrocatalysts: a fast, low-temperature synthesis of special ceramic materials (.....»»
Examining the role of social media likes in follower network evolution
In a recent study centered on China's primary social shopping community, researchers shed light on the factors influencing the growth of the follower networks of content creators. The empirical study, published in the International Journal of Computa.....»»
Secure Code Warrior collaborates with Netskope to accelerate software development
Secure Code Warrior announced that Netskope launched its developer training program through Secure Code Warrior’s agile learning platform. Thousands of customers trust Netskope and its powerful NewEdge network to address evolving threats, new risks.....»»
Threads launched in EU countries; no Instagram account needed to browse
Social network Threads has now launched in EU countries, with Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg noting that this now opens it up to an additional 448M people. The company first teased this last week. EU citizens will also be able to browse Threads without.....»»
DNSFilter introduces new capability to filter generative AI
DNSFilter announced the expansion of its protective DNS software with a new Generative AI category. DNSFilter’s defense provides organizations of all sizes the ability to secure their network against harmful threats such as malware, botnet, and.....»»
GM’s latest excuse for dropping CarPlay is its dumbest yet
GM continues to shoot itself in the foot and double down on its decision to ditch CarPlay. In a new interview this week, Tim Babbitt, GM’s head of product for infotainment, attempted to offer some “justification” for the controversial decision......»»
Google will store Location History, Maps Timeline on your device for privacy
Google is making a big change to how it stores Location History data on Android and iOS. Instead of that data being stored in the cloud, Google will be locally saving Location History to your device with end-to-end encrypted cloud backups for “Your.....»»
A year after saying Apple hates free speech, Musk calls for Disney CEO to be fired
X owner Elon Musk has continued his tirade against major corporations who’ve suspended advertising on his social network, after growing concerns about hate speech on the platform. Musk last year asked whether Apple “hate[s] free speech in Amer.....»»
QNAP"s new NASbook has both Thunderbolt 4 and network connectivity
QNAP has introduced its Thunderbolt 4 All-Flash NASbook, a high-density storage device aimed at video production that can provide high-speed transfers to connected Macs.Firmly aimed at streamlining video production in pre-production and post-producti.....»»
macOS Sonoma 14.2 comes with these 20 important security fixes
Alongside iOS 17.2 arriving today, Apple has released macOS 14.2. As it happens, the new Mac release comes with double the amount of security fixes of iOS. Here are the 20 flaws fixed with the latest update. more….....»»
Apple confirms it blocked Beeper Mini citing security risks
Apple has officially responded to the Beeper Mini controversy, confirming it cut off the Android app's access to iMessage citing "significant risks to user security and privacy."The shutdown of Beeper Mini's access to the iMessage network on Friday w.....»»