Editorial
How to de-anonymize scammers
Almost everyone we know has fallen prey to scammers at one time or another. In fact, I’m pretty sure many of us have that one interesting friend who seemingly can’t learn their lesson and ends up falling for scammer tricks time and time again. If you’re that person, then this article is definitely for you.
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Could Section 230 be used to regain control of our Facebook feeds?
Section 230, the famous 1996 statute, has been shielding internet companies, including social media platforms, from liability for ages. One law professor now thinks he can turn the document against big tech – but how?
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The zero-day market explained
It takes a lot of time and effort to bypass cybersecurity protocols, as it’s an intricate process to infiltrate an organization’s systems, particularly high-value targets. But there is one way of getting around the hard stuff. It’s still not easy, but many of the world’s hackers have a trick up their sleeve. A secret. One you won’t find on the clearnet, not even the darknet. This secret is the zero-day market, where you can purchase coveted exploits for a price.
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The rise and fall of AirTag stalking explained
From lost and found to lost privacy, we explore how Apple's AirTags became the weapon of choice for stalkers and abusers.
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Cybernews podcast #39: the most important news of the week #19
The Cybernews podcast is here to guide you through the most important tech and cybersecurity news of the week.
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AI struggles to match the flexibility of human thought
As we gain a better understanding of the role that generative AI might play in the workplace, there's a growing consensus that it will work alongside humans rather than replace them. A recent study from Harvard Business School underlines why this is likely to be the case.
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I went filming with an iPhone 15 Pro Max until one of us ran out of energy
Smartphone batteries are great these days, lasting for two or more days of moderate use. But what if you want to rely on it for a video journal of your adventures? I devised an experiment to find out who would give up first: my legs or my iPhone’s battery.
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AI jobs: how to find one, and how much can you earn – interview
There are reports that AI might make many jobs redundant. But AI is also creating a lot of new career opportunities.
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The next chapter in air travel: facial recognition and privacy concerns
Facial recognition come with risks and privacy concerns, but industry experts say that the concerns will be addressed.
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Lessons from Chernobyl: the worst-case scenario of hacktivists targeting nuclear power plants
Let’s talk about hacktivism, nuclear installations, and radiation. What happens when the power regulating system and the emergency safety systems get shut down at a nuclear power plant? The reactor core heats with nothing to cool it, and it can explode. This scenario actually occurred in my lifetime.
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FOMO over Netflix water cooler chats driving new subscriber surge
Netflix's stringent password enforcement began in May 2023 when it implemented a strict policy to curb the infamous practice of account sharing.
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Cybernews podcast #38: The Guardian’s star journalist joins to discuss AI dangers and his hunt for culprits
This week, we sat down with Michael Safi of the Black Box podcast, to discuss the creation of this series and the culprits behind a popular deepfake app.
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Influencer drama inspires men-only AI apology app: "they don't really listen"
Putting trust in emotionless machines to help solve emotional problems can be an unsolvable equation.
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Tesla's financial position is disappointing: what's going on?
Tesla has been the worst performer in the S&P 500 stock index this year – but what’s going on?
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I installed 100 apps and left my iPhone idle: it reached out to Russia
Your iPhone does not go to sleep with you – it buzzes with activity, accessing your data and sensors and beaming back and forth mostly with Apple, but sometimes also reaching out to servers in Russia. At least if you have the popular apps.
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Cybernews podcast #37: the erosion of consent in the digital era
Has disruptive technology gone too far? Is privacy and consent just a thing of the past now?
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The impact of Microsoft's VASA-1 on privacy and security
We explore Microsoft's VASA-1's profound implications for privacy and security, delving into synthetic media's pivotal challenges and opportunities in this digital age.
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Stuxnet: the first true cyberweapon
As Iran edged closer to obtaining its first nuclear bomb, various powers across the globe grew fearful. When diplomatic efforts failed to hinder the creation of this nuclear weapon, these powers joined forces. The result – the creation of one of the most powerful weapons in the world.
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Does working from home help with diverse recruitment?
It's pretty well established that a diverse workforce has benefits in terms of creativity and innovation, but achieving it isn't always easy, especially when organizations place a lot of emphasis on things like culture, which can inadvertently encourage homogeneity.
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Here's why the TikTok ban matters more than you think
The app’s path to a ban in the United States, signed into law this week, will have wider ramifications than for TikTok alone.
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