Pegasus: Who are the alleged victims of spyware targeting?
Jamal Khashoggi's wife and the editor of the Financial Times are among those said to be targeted......»»
Study finds education about domestic abuse improves knowledge and motivation to respond to victims
Education about domestic abuse equips and empowers friends, colleagues, and neighbors to respond in positive and helpful ways when someone discloses experiences of abuse, finds a new study by researchers from UCL and SafeLives......»»
New research paints bleak picture of repeat violence in Scotland
Repeat victims of violence do not report to the police, even in cases involving serious injury and hospitalization, a new study has found......»»
Chinese brands, Tesla will face off with BMW, VW, Mercedes at Munich show
Chinese brands will be heavily represented at this year’s show, at a time when automakers from the global No.1 market are expanding into Europe by targeting key countries and building up retail networks......»»
Trojanized Signal, Telegram apps found on Google Play, Samsung Galaxy Store
ESET researchers have identified two active campaigns targeting Android users, where the threat actors behind the tools for Telegram and Signal are attributed to the China-aligned APT group GREF. Most likely active since July 2020 and since July 2022.....»»
Rising cyber incidents challenge healthcare organizations
Healthcare organizations are facing many cybersecurity challenges that require them to increasingly prioritize cybersecurity and compliance, according to Claroty. Threat actors are not only targeting IT systems, but have now set their sights on cyber.....»»
Liver-targeting drug delivered via nanogel carrier reverses obesity, lowers cholesterol in mice
A University of Massachusetts Amherst biomedical engineer has used a nanogel-based carrier designed in his lab to deliver a drug exclusively to the liver of obese mice, effectively reversing their diet-induced disease......»»
Enhancing cancer therapy using functionalized photosynthetic bacteria
Targeting malignant tumors with high precision is challenging for biomedical researchers. However, this scenario is likely to witness a paradigm shift in the near future through the use of specially engineered bacteria that can eliminate malignant ce.....»»
Another major spyware app has been hacked, with thousands of victims saved
Hackers found, and disabled, another major spyware manufacturer, saving some 70,000 Android victims......»»
Analyses of Pompeii victims with X-ray fluorescence suggests they died of asphyxiation
A multi-institutional team of archaeologists, chemists and environmental scientists using portable X-ray fluorescence on victims of the Pompeii eruption in 79 AD finds that they likely died of asphyxiation. The group has published their results in PL.....»»
New gene-editing technique offers path to precision therapies
PNP editing is emerging as a versatile and programmable tool for site-specific DNA manipulations. An innovative genome-editing technique could enhance the delivery, specificity and targeting of gene-modifying tools for treatments......»»
These Pompeii victims choked on ash while covering themselves with garments
Study of plaster casts from Porta Nola indicate asphyxiation—but just for these cases. Enlarge / Archeologists Gianni Gallello (front) and Llorenç Alapont (back) measure a plaster cast of a Pompeii victim by pXRF. (credit: Ala.....»»
Amazon tries to take over pirate sites that sold DVD copies of Rings of Power
Low-quality pirated DVDs allegedly "jeopardize Amazon's reputation for quality." Enlarge (credit: Amazon) Amazon yesterday sued the alleged operators of websites that sell pirated DVD copies of The Lord of the Rings: The.....»»
Surge in identity crime victims reporting suicidal thoughts
Identity theft can have great financial impact on the victims, but the experienced emotional, physical and psychological impact can be even more devastating, according to the 2023 Consumer Impact Report from the Identity Theft Resource Center (ITRC).....»»
Millions of California trees are dying; Joshua trees are just the latest victims
Californians watched in dismay this month as the York fire seared through Mojave National Preserve, igniting a delicate desert landscape that may never fully recover......»»
Seiko joins growing list of ALPHV/BlackCat ransomware victims
Japanese watchmaker Seiko has been added to ALPHV (BlackCat) ransomware group’s victim list, following a data breach occurring in early August. The Seiko data breach The company published a data breach and response notice on August 10, 2023, st.....»»
Four years later, the Apple Card is a huge but controversial success
On August 20, 2019, Apple officially launched Apple Card with any US citizen able to apply. Since then it's been a hit, but it's faced controversy over everything from low reward rates to alleged sex discrimination.Apple CardIn every sense bar one, A.....»»
North Carolina Nissan dealership employees face more than 400 criminal charges
The misdemeanor charges primarily stem from alleged rebuilt salvage vehicles that were offered for sale at Nissan of Shelby in North Carolina and the documentation used to transfer their titles......»»
Opinion: World Wrestling Entertainment has long profited from racial stereotypes—it"s time for change
In April, former World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE) writer Britney Abrahams sued the company for alleged discrimination following her objections at racist and discriminatory storylines. The lawsuit also contains some damning examples, citing "offens.....»»
Phishers use QR codes to target companies in various industries
A phishing campaign using QR codes has been detected targeting various industries, with the aim to acquire Microsoft credentials. “The most notable target, a major Energy company based in the US, saw about 29% of the over 1000 emails containing.....»»
FDA finally nabs alleged quack who claimed silver vibrations cure COVID
Gordon H. Pedersen of Utah was on the run from fraud charges for three years. Enlarge / Gordon Pedersen seen holding one of his silver-based products. (credit: Public record via Pacer) After a three-year hunt, federal la.....»»