Monero Emerges As Crypto of Choice For Cybercriminals
An anonymous reader quotes a report from Ars Technica: While bitcoin leaves a visible trail of transactions on its underlying blockchain, the niche "privacy coin" monero was designed to obscure the sender and receiver, as well as the amount exchanged.....»»
Scientists scan TRAPPIST-1 for technosignatures
If you are going to look for intelligent life beyond Earth, there are few better candidates than the TRAPPIST-1 star system. It isn't a perfect choice. Red dwarf stars like TRAPPIST-1 are notorious for emitting flares and hard X-rays in their youth,.....»»
Opnova emerges from stealth with $3.75 million in funding
Opnova announced its official launch, introducing an agentic AI platform designed to close the automation gap in complex operational workflows. Backed by $3.75 million in pre-seed funding co-led by Faber, ScaleX, and Preface Ventures, Opnova is set t.....»»
This Elegant Math Problem Could Help You Make the Best Choice in House-Hunting and Even Love
Math’s “best-choice problem” could help humans become better decision-makers, at everything from choosing the best job candidate to finding a romantic partner.....»»
Life imitates xkcd comic as Florida gang beats crypto password from retiree
Group staged home invasions to steal cryptocurrency. Enlarge / Sometimes this is all you need. (credit: Aurich Lawson | Getty Image) Remy Ra St. Felix spent April 11, 2023, on a quiet street in a rented BMW X5, staking o.....»»
Differential privacy in AI: A solution creating more problems for developers?
In the push for secure AI models, many organizations have turned to differential privacy. But is the very tool meant to protect user data holding back innovation? Developers face a tough choice: balance data privacy or prioritize precise results. Dif.....»»
Frostpunk 2 Chapter 5 guide: banish, reconcile, or enforce order?
Chapter 5 of Frostpunk 2 contains a very pivotal decision. Here's what you need to know if you're going to make the best choice......»»
How crypto bros wrested Flappy Bird from its creator
Decadelong trademark fight culminates in new game hinting at "Web3 innovation." Enlarge / Imagine owning one of those funky birds as an NFT! (credit: Flappy Bird Twitter/X) Fans of ultra-viral mobile gaming hit Flappy Bi.....»»
Flappy Bird creator denounces remake, claims it’s tied to crypto
The original creator of Flappy Bird has said he is not involved in the project, which also might have crypto ties......»»
NordPass vs. Proton Pass: best free and low-cost password manager
I went hands-on with NordPass and Proton Pass, two of the best password managers, comparing features and costs to help you make the right choice......»»
Pedego Cargo e-bike review: your passengers will love it
The stability of this large, heavy Pedego model with moped tires makes it an admirable choice for transporting passengers......»»
Dual-feedback mechanism can enhance anti-oxidation coatings in fiber composites
Fiber-reinforced ceramic matrix composites (CMCs) have been the primary choice for radome materials in hypersonic vehicles due to their high toughness, strength, and other advantageous properties. However, oxidation by oxygen in the atmospheric envir.....»»
English Premier League football club"s performance can influence students" choice of university, research finds
Students can be swayed by the performance of English Premier League (EPL) football clubs when choosing a university, according to research......»»
Two private astronauts took a spacewalk Thursday morning—yes, it was historic
"Today’s success represents a giant leap forward for the commercial space industry." Enlarge / Jared Isaacman emerges from the Dragon spacecraft on Thursday morning. (credit: SpaceX webcast) The Polaris Dawn mission to.....»»
As quantum computing threats loom, Microsoft updates its core crypto library
Two algorithms added so far, two more planned in the coming months. Enlarge (credit: Getty Images) Microsoft has updated a key cryptographic library with two new encryption algorithms designed to withstand attacks from q.....»»
The fascinating secrets of plant reproduction that scientists are still uncovering
You might think flowers don't have much choice about who they mate with, given they are rooted to the ground and can't move......»»
Can open-ear headphones really cancel noise? Apple’s AirPods 4 surprised me
Since they don't seal your ears, Apple's AirPods 4 wouldn't be an obvious choice for noise cancellation, but I came out of a demo shaking my head in surprise......»»
AI cybersecurity needs to be as multi-layered as the system it’s protecting
Cybercriminals are beginning to take advantage of the new malicious options that large language models (LLMs) offer them. LLMs make it possible to upload documents with hidden instructions that are executed by connected system components. This is a b.....»»
Every choice matters in Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2
reminds me a little bit of Dungeons & Dragons. You can play the protagonist any way you want, but the choices you make have consequences — not just for the ending but throughout the campaign. Warhorse Studios’ next installment of the seri.....»»
The Dell G16 gaming laptop just dropped under $1,000
The Dell G16 gaming laptop is a great choice for gamers keen to play on the move and it's currently on sale at Dell right now......»»
The true cost of cybercrime for your business
As cybercriminals continue to refine their methods, blending traditional strategies with new technologies, the financial toll on individuals and organizations has reached alarming levels. Businesses are also grappling with mounting cybercrime costs f.....»»