In Defense of the Rat
Rats are less pestilent and more lovable than you might think. Can humans learn to live with them?.....»»
Meta suspends anti-vaccine group led by RFK, Jr.
Meta has permanently removed Facebook and Instagram accounts belonging to Children's Health Defense, the anti-vaccine group led by Robert F. Kennedy, Jr., Meta confirmed to CNN on Friday......»»
U.S. Cyber Command deploys defensive operators to Croatia to hunt for malicious cyber activity
For the first time in U.S. Cyber Command history, a team of elite defensive cyber operators deployed to Croatia to hunt for malicious cyber activity on partner networks, returning with new insights and partnership that bolster the Nation’s defense......»»
How merchants can defend themselves against Magecart attacks
In this Help Net Security video, Angel Grant, VP of Security, F5, explains what Magecart attacks are and how they have evolved over the years. Grant illustrates how cybercriminals are leveraging such attacks, and offers defense tips. The post How mer.....»»
Loathsome anti-vax group run by RFK Jr gets Meta permaban—finally
CHD says the ban came "without warning." Meta says it followed many violations. Enlarge (credit: Sean Gallup / Staff | Getty Images News) Yesterday, the anti-vaccine group the Children’s Health Defense celebrated the spread.....»»
How do horticultural crops defend themselves against fungal pathogens?
Recently, scientists from the Chinese Academy of Sciences summarized recent research progress on defense responses of horticultural crops to fungal pathogens and novel strategies to regulate the induction of plant resistance, as well as problems, cha.....»»
Microsoft tells Brazil antitrust regulator PS4 outsold Xbox One two to one
Microsoft has not divulged Xbox sales since 2016, but a probe out of Brazil prompted the colossal tech firm to put forward a general stat. The Administrative Council for Economic Defense (CADE) is questioning Microsoft's acquisition of Activision Bli.....»»
Mental impairment verdict casts shadow over defendant"s future
The defense of mental impairment gives a defendant reasons for their crime to be forgiven, but such a plea can have lingering negative effects on a person's social standing and even civil rights, a new study led by Flinders University finds......»»
Road signs for immune defense cells
Organisms are constantly invaded by pathogens such as viruses. Our immune system swings into action to combat these pathogens immediately. The innate non-specific immune response is triggered first, and the adaptive or acquired immune response follow.....»»
What If Cells Kept Receipts of Their Gene Expression?
Researchers have found a new way to keep records of when a cell’s genes turn on and off—by harnessing systems that bacteria already use for self-defense......»»
Tidal Cyber Community Edition platform enables businesses to optimize their cyber defenses
Tidal Cyber has launched Community Edition, SaaS threat-informed defense platform. The Tidal Platform enables businesses to assess, organize and optimize their cyber defenses based on a deep understanding of the threats and adversaries that are most.....»»
Scientists discover new antiviral defense system in bacteria
Bacteria use a variety of defense strategies to fight off viral infection, and some of these systems have led to groundbreaking technologies, such as CRISPR-based gene-editing. Scientists predict there are many more antiviral weapons yet to be found.....»»
ActZero Ransomware Readiness Assessment strenghtens ransomware defense for SMEs
ActZero has launched a Ransomware Readiness Assessment for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). The program simulates a ransomware attack sequence, which can expose vulnerabilities and lateral pathways left open by existing tools. With this val.....»»
Microsoft defends Activision Blizzard deal after Sony expresses fears over Call of Duty
This week, Microsoft sent a lengthy defense of its Activision Blizzard acquisition to Brazil's Administrative Council for Economic Defense (CADE). It mainly says that Sony's fears of anticompetitive exclusivity practices are unfounded......»»
In defense of pigeons
If you ask people why they like their favorite animal, they will tell you about the incredible things the creature can do, its relatable characteristics or its interesting looks. Few would be likely to cite the pigeon as theirs. Many people think of.....»»
U.S. government proposals spell out 5G security advancements
A joint proposal from federal cybersecurity and defense agencies defines a process for ensuring the security of 5G networks......»»
ActZero releases Blueprint for Ransomware Defense to improve cybersecurity posture for enterprises
ActZero has launched the Ransomware Task Force’s (RTF) “Blueprint for Ransomware Defense”. Aimed at small- and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that have limited cybersecurity expertise, the Blueprint provides a set of achievable ran.....»»
Cyberbit Crisis Simulator enables organizations to prepare for cyber crisis scenarios
Cyberbit has added a collaborative Cyber Crisis Simulator to its platform and offers integrated exercises for the boardroom and the SOC, enabling the C-Suite to collaborate with its cyber defense team in real-time, while responding to an organization.....»»
TSMC Chairman: Fabs Would Be ‘Not Operable’ If China Invades
The so-called "Silicon Shield" could be enough of a defense to ward off Chinese aggression, says TSMC's Chairman. The post TSMC Chairman: Fabs Would Be ‘Not Operable’ If China Invades appeared first o.....»»
Scientists offer new theory on how plants can orchestrate the rhythms of light
A team of scientists led by Oak Ridge National Laboratory has developed a theory that thylakoids, membrane networks key to plant photosynthesis, also function as a defense mechanism to harsh growing conditions, which could aid the development of hard.....»»
Her hyper-realistic computer models protect Earth from killer asteroids
These advanced computer models are the first step toward building a full-fledged planetary defense system that protects Earth from killer asteroid impacts......»»