Is the Facebook algorithm bypass a scam? Or is it a hack?
No, you can't bypass the Facebook algorithm by copying and pasting a post. Not then, not now. It's just not how things work......»»
Algorithm maps protein degradation patterns to improve infection diagnosis and treatment
Peptides are small fragments of proteins, mainly found in the skin and mucous membranes. Some peptides act as a barrier, protecting the body against infections by fighting off microorganisms like bacteria, viruses, and other pathogens, while others p.....»»
Facebook says its new app icon was just a glitch after all
Over the last several days, Facebook users have revolted after the app’s iPhone icon seemingly adopted a new black and blue design. As it turns out, however, this is just a bug, and Facebook is already rolling out a fix. more….....»»
Facebook ad partner may have tried to listen into your conversations
If you ever thought that Facebook was listening in on your conversations to hit you with targeted advertising, you may have been right.Meta and Google were allegedly clients of an advertiser's open-mic surveillance program.The advertising industry ha.....»»
Big-name publishers are refusing to let Apple Intelligence train on data
Website owners have a simple mechanism to tell Apple Intelligence not to scrape the site for training purposes, and reportedly major platforms like Facebook and the New York Times are using it.Future expansions to Apple Intelligence may involve more.....»»
Algorithm raises new questions about Cascadia earthquake record
The Cascadia subduction zone in the Pacific Northwest has a history of producing powerful and destructive earthquakes that have sunk forests and spawned tsunamis that reached all the way to the shores of Japan......»»
Mark Zuckerberg regrets not pushing back on Biden’s COVID “pressure” campaign
Facebook is "ready to push back" on government takedown requests, Meta CEO says. Enlarge / Mark Zuckerberg. (credit: Bloomberg / Contributor | Bloomberg) After years of bickering with the Biden administration about vacci.....»»
New research shows that online ads have limited impact on consumer valuations for Facebook
Policymakers are increasingly debating the relative social costs and benefits of digital advertising. While ads typically benefit platforms and advertisers, do they disadvantage consumers? In a new study, researchers have analyzed advertising on Face.....»»
US sues RealPage, claims rental-pricing algorithm used by landlords is illegal
AG: Landlords use RealPage algorithm "to align their rents." Enlarge / US Attorney General Merrick Garland speaks during a news conference in Washington, DC, on Friday, August 23, 2024. (credit: Getty Images | Bloomberg).....»»
Ex-bank CEO gets 24 years after falling for crypto scam, causing bank collapse
Former bank CEO ignored warnings that he was being scammed while tanking bank. Enlarge (credit: nadia_bormotova | iStock / Getty Images Plus) A federal judge sentenced a 53-year-old Kansas man to more than 24 years in pr.....»»
Doctor decries Apple gift card discount "scam" after failing to understand the terms of the deal
An academic with a sideline in TikTok videos about marketing scams claims Apple defrauded her over an iPad discount — despite her getting precisely the deal she was promised and should have expected.Apple gift cardsThis will shock you, but it's pos.....»»
Everyone can now cross-post from Instagram and Facebook to Threads
Back in May, Meta started testing the ability to cross-post from Instagram to Threads, and the company is now rolling this out to everyone. The feature also lets you cross-post from Facebook, continuing Meta’s integration of its three different.....»»
Critical GitHub Enterprise Server auth bypass flaw fixed (CVE-2024-6800)
A critical vulnerability (CVE-2024-6800) affecting all currently supported versions of GitHub Enterprise Server (GHES) may allow attackers to gain unrestricted access to the instance’s contents. The issue, reported via the GitHub Bug Bounty pro.....»»
GenAI models are easily compromised
95% of cybersecurity experts express low confidence in GenAI security measures while red team data shows anyone can easily hack GenAI models, according to Lakera. Attack methods specific to GenAI, or prompt attacks, are easily used by anyone to manip.....»»
Bali gives a snapshot of what "overtourism" looks like in the developing world
Barcelona residents marched against tourists in July after similar protests in Venice earlier in 2024. Recently, residents of Santorini in Greece were in uproar after a Facebook post reportedly asked them to stay home and make room for the thousands.....»»
Windows 0-day was exploited by North Korea to install advanced rootkit
FudModule rootkit burrows deep into Windows, where it can bypass key security defenses. Enlarge (credit: Getty Images) A Windows zero-day vulnerability recently patched by Microsoft was exploited by hackers working on be.....»»
Microsoft cracks down on Windows 11 upgrade requirements
The latest Insider Build of Windows 11 has patched the "/product server" workaround that let old CPU users easily bypass the system requirements check......»»
Crypto-linked cybercrime saw another record year as ransomware risk rises
Ransomware operators have earned more money in 2024 compared to last year as scam possibilites grow......»»
Researchers hack electronic shifters with a few hundred dollars of hardware
If you've got a Shimano Di2 groupset, be sure to update its firmware. Enlarge (credit: Dmytro Aksonov via Getty) Professional cycling has, in its recent history, been prone to a shocking variety of cheating methods and d.....»»
Does the Google Pixel 9 have MagSafe?
Google's Pixel 9 isn't quite ready to take advantage of magnetic perks of Qi 2 wireless charging. But you can still hack your way to MagSafe convenience on it......»»
Guardio Critical Security Alerts monitors and analyzes scam activities
Guardio launched a new feature, Critical Security Alerts, which enables real-time alerts to identify and prevent financial scams, ensuring immediate intervention when suspicious browsing patterns are detected. According to the Federal Trade Commissio.....»»