US Catches Kremlin Insider Who May Have Secrets of 2016 Hack
In the days before Christmas, U.S. officials in Boston unveiled insider trading charges against a Russian tech tycoon they had been pursuing for months. They accused Vladislav Klyushin, who'd been extradited from Switzerland on Dec. 18, of illegally.....»»
Researchers develop post-wildfire landslide susceptibility model
In June 2016, the San Gabriel Complex Fire raged through southern California. As it burned, the fire caused damage that negatively affected the surrounding area long after the flames died down. In 2019, three years after the fires had been extinguish.....»»
The Quest to Uncover the Secrets of Gold Hydrogen
Industries want to harvest naturally occurring hydrogen as soon as possible, but scientists warn of unforeseen consequences......»»
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......»»
Nanoleaf Expo Display Box, SmartMi E1, & Apple"s Robotic iPad on HomeKit Insider
On this episode of the HomeKit Insider Podcast, we break down the news from Google's special event, the launch of the Aqara FP1E presence sensor, and more smart home news.HomeKit Insider PodcastOne of the biggest pieces of news this week was the conf.....»»
Common API security issues: From exposed secrets to unauthorized access
Despite their role in connecting applications and driving innovation, APIs often suffer from serious security vulnerabilities. Recent investigations reveal that many organizations are struggling with exposed secrets such as passwords and API keys, wh.....»»
Physicists uncover new phenomena in fractional quantum Hall effects
Imagine a two-dimensional flatland, instead of our three-dimensional world, where the rules of physics are turned on their head and particles like electrons defy expectations to reveal new secrets. That's exactly what a team of researchers, including.....»»
Cactus dreams: Revealing the secrets of mescaline making
Mescaline, a natural hallucinogen known since ancient times, was not only a favorite of artists and bohemians but also a mainstay of brain research throughout the first half of the 20th century, until it was eclipsed in the 1950s by the much more pot.....»»
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......»»
35% of exposed API keys still active, posing major security risks
Nightfall AI’s research revealed that secrets like passwords and API keys were most often found in GitHub, with nearly 350 total secrets exposed per 100 employees every year. Hidden risks of secret sprawl in cloud and SaaS environments What’s.....»»
Google abruptly shuts down AdSense in Russia as tensions with Kremlin escalate
Russia-based YouTubers, in particular, will likely lose significant revenues. Enlarge (credit: Gary Hershorn / Contributor | Corbis News) Google announced Monday that it's shutting down all AdSense accounts in Russia due.....»»
I tried Dead by Daylight’s scary new spinoff and I’m already dying to dive back in
After playing through the bloody prologue of The Casting of Frank Stone, we can't wait to uncover the secrets of Dead by Daylight's promising spinoff......»»
Nest now supports Apple Home, Aqara"s FP1E presence sensor launches, & more on HomeKit Insider
On this episode of the HomeKit Insider Podcast, we break down the news from Google's special event, the launch of the Aqara FP1E presence sensor, and more smart home news.HomeKit Insider PodcastThis week our guest host is Shane Whatley. He's a growin.....»»
Unlocking the genetic secrets of strawberries for superior fruit quality
Strawberries, treasured for their flavor and health benefits, have been at the forefront of breeding programs targeting enhanced sensory and nutritional profiles. Despite advances, the intricate genetic makeup of these fruits has complicated efforts.....»»
Critical 1Password flaws may allow hackers to snatch your passwords (CVE-2024-42219, CVE-2024-42218)
Two vulnerabilities (CVE-2024-42219, CVE-2024-42218) affecting the macOS version of the popular 1Password password manager could allow malware to steal secrets stored in the software’s vaults and obtain the account unlock key, AgileBits has con.....»»
Genetic study uncovers onion bulb shape, size secrets
A new study by the Department of Plant and Agroecosystem Sciences, University of Wisconsin details the genetic mechanisms influencing the shape and volume of onion bulbs, along with the effects of daylength on the bulbing process. This research provi.....»»
Recovery of rocks that originated in Earth"s mantle could reveal secrets of planet"s history
Scientists have recovered the first long section of rocks that originated in the Earth's mantle, the layer below the crust and the planet's largest component......»»
Unlocking the secrets of salt stress tolerance in wild tomatoes
As our climate changes and soil salinity increases in many agricultural areas, finding crops that can thrive in these challenging conditions is crucial. Cultivated tomatoes, while delicious, often struggle in salty soils. Their wild cousins, however,.....»»
Tahiti"s rahui tradition has helped revive ecosystems—including near the Olympics surfing venue
During their days on Tahiti's turquoise ocean some years ago, fishers noticed their catches—and the fish inside—were getting smaller......»»
This Tom Cruise action sequel is No. 1 on Netflix right now. Is it worth watching?
Tom Cruise has the topped the Netflix movie charts with this 2016 action sequel. But is it worth watching? Or is it best ignored like Cocktail or Rock of Ages?.....»»