IBM Makes Encryption Paradox Practical
“Fully homomorphic” cryptography allows partial access to digital vaults without ever opening their locks How do you access the contents of a safe without ever opening its lock or otherwise getting inside? This riddle may seem confounding,.....»»
9to5Mac Daily: December 7, 2022 – Apple expands iCloud end-to-end encryption
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. Sponsored by Char.....»»
Apple SVP of Software Craig Federighi talks about latest iCloud security features in interview [video]
Apple on Wednesday announced new iCloud security features to strengthen users’ privacy. This includes Advanced Data Protection with end-to-end encryption for all data saved in the cloud, as well as support for physical security keys. In an intervi.....»»
Apple adds end-to-end encryption to iCloud device backups and more
Company abandons its plans for CSAM scanning, too. The advanced data protection panel in iOS [credit: Apple.....»»
Dropbox and iCloud rival Proton Drive gets iOS app; uses end-to-end encryption
Proton Drive, a Dropbox and iCloud rival, has today launched iOS and Android apps for both free and paid cloud storage tiers. As you’d expect from the company that launched an encrypted email service, Proton Mail, the emphasis is on privacy and se.....»»
Apple announces physical Security Key support for Apple ID two-factor, new iMessage verification technology
Alongside a dramatic expansion of end-to-end encryption for iCloud data, Apple has two other major security announcements today. The company says that it will add support for using Security Keys to further enhance your Apple ID and iCloud account se.....»»
Apple debuts Advanced Data Protection to bring end-to-end encryption to Messages in iCloud, Photos, device backups, much more
Apple today has announced a dramatic expansion of end-to-end encryption for its various cloud services. Called Advanced Data Protection, this initiative expands end-to-end encryption to a number of additional iCloud services, including iCloud device.....»»
Apple drops iOS 16.2 RC with upgrades to end-to-end encryption, Apple Music Sing, and more
iOS 16.2 RC for iPhone and iPad is now available for testing through Apple’s developer beta program. Today’s release introduces a number of enhancements to end-to-end encryption across various services including Messages in iCloud. The release c.....»»
Maybe we don"t see aliens because they"re waiting to hear a signal from us first
We've had a long-running series here at UT on potential solutions Fermi paradox—why aren't we able to detect any alien life out there in the Universe? But more possible solutions are being developed all the time. Now, another paper adds some additi.....»»
Chats in Google Messages are about to get even more secure
Beta users of Google Messages on Android will get end-to-end encryption for group chats in the next few weeks......»»
Proton Calendar rounds out security-focused Big Tech alternative on iOS
App promises end-to-end encryption, advanced cryptography for your schedule. Enlarge / Proton Calendar's iOS app aims to offer most of the same niceties as other calendar apps, but with more peace of mind about your data. (credit.....»»
Kensington launches SlimBlade Pro Trackball with ambi design, customizability, AES encryption, more
Kensington is out with a new Mac/PC accessory today that takes its trackball offerings up a notch. Designed for creative professionals, prosumers, and more, the SlimBlade Trackball Pro comes with an ambidextrous design, plenty of customizability, hi.....»»
Tablet-based vaccine prevents urinary tract infections in mice
Biomedical engineers at Duke University have developed a tablet-based vaccine for urinary tract infections (UTIs) that rapidly dissolves when placed under the tongue. The new treatment could offer an easy and practical alternative to high-dose, oral.....»»
Twitter encrypted DMs will adopt open-source Signal protocol, suggests iOS code
Elon Musk recently hinted that Twitter encrypted DMs were on the way, using full end-to-end encryption – and code spotted in the iOS app suggests that it will use the same E2E encryption standard as Signal. Plans for E2E encryption of Twitter dire.....»»
Mathematical theorem used to crack US government encryption algorithm
In the digital era and moving towards quantum computing, protecting data against hack attacks is one of our biggest challenges—and one that experts, governments, and industries worldwide work hard to address. While this is an effort to build a more.....»»
Quantum Particles Aren"t Spinning. So Where Does Their Spin Come From?
A new proposal seeks to solve the paradox of quantum spin.....»»
Twitter DMs likely to get end-to-end encryption; Twitter Blue returning; Musk ultimatum
In a rare piece of good news about the social network, Twitter DMs (direct messages) look set to get end-to-end encryption. After a reference was found to the unannounced privacy feature in code for the Android app, Musk appeared to confirm the plan.....»»
Breaking down data encryption techniques aimed at improving data privacy
In this Help Net Security video, Dana Morris, SVP Product and Engineering at Virtru, talks about privacy-preserving cryptography. He provides an introduction to data encryption techniques, the key exchange problem, discusses the need for crypto-agili.....»»
Balance reliable online age verification methods with data protection issues
Recently, California passed the California Age-Appropriate Design Code Act (CAADCA), a bill designed to protect children online. Although the bill has presented notable concerns regarding privacy and other practical challenges, we’ve reached an inf.....»»
Among Us VR is the best (and least practical) version of the multiplayer hit
It turns out that Among Us is even more tense (and much funnier) in VR......»»
3 Things You Might Not Know About Submarine Underseas Internet Cables in the British Isles
Due to the early systems’ differing levels of over-engineering and the earliest cables had first picked on the best sea beds and landings, they are still desirable and practical as communication linkages... The post 3 Things You Might Not Know.....»»