Editorial

Understanding Samsung's 95% drop in profits and its upcoming resurgence

Samsung is facing its biggest profit dip in 14 years, but there's more to the story. From chip market challenges to innovative strides in foldable phones, let’s dive into the tech giant's journey of downturns and anticipated resurgence.
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From green technology to green colonialism: the lithium debate

Excitement is building about something buried beneath the earth on the border between Oregon and Nevada. It's not gold, oil, or precious gems, but rather, a mineral called lithium that promises to power a greener future of electric vehicles (EVs).
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Cybernews podcast #11: overtrust in AI

Devoid of emotions, machines impartially serve humanity, don’t they? Regrettably, as products of human creation, computers reflect our ingenuity and imperfections all the same.
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The neural frontier: when brain hacking becomes reality

Step into the future of biohacking and neurotechnology, where implanting microchips and altering brain processes isn't just science fiction. Discover how we can navigate this thrilling yet daunting frontier without compromising our fundamental freedoms and rights.
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The neo-Luddites: how much tech is too much?

The neo-luddites are coming for your technology – but do they have a point?
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Unknown: Killer Robots review – the future is dark and full of terrors

We’re all aware by now that AI can both help and hurt. It promises to streamline tedious processes, but also places millions of jobs at risk. And that’s just the beginning. Much worse is to come if the machines are taught to kill.
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AI's 'Oppenheimer moment' and the dilemma of regulation

From 'The Dark Knight' to Deep Learning: Christopher Nolan sparks an 'Oppenheimer Moment' in the AI Community. Join us as we explore the ethical dilemmas and potential regulatory challenges looming on the horizon of AI development.
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Cybernews podcast #08: are you an innovator or a laggard when it comes to tech?

Cybernews journalists are back with a new episode of our podcast “Through a Glass Darkly.” This time, we’re discussing the different stages of tech adoption.
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Insider Threat: fugitive hacker breaches US Customs-controlled shipyard

He’s the night watchman, with a courteous, intelligent, and charming demeanor whenever he speaks.
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How learning AI can boost employability and income by 40%

People have been able to successfully transition from one career to another in the wake of past technological disruptions, albeit with some assistance along the way. The question remains, however, what skills might serve people best as they navigate the ever-evolving landscape of the future job market.
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Adapting to AI: how workers can manage disruption

The launch of ChatGPT has reinvigorated the debate about the impact of technology on the labor market.
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DEF CON – experiencing the world's greatest hacker convention

I was just a young teen when I learned that hacker conferences exist.
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Cybersec pros, it’s now easier to explain what you do to your kids

Are you employed in cybersecurity and raising children? Do you tell them what you do? Or rather just skip it and say that it’s just something boring? Now, this complicated profession can be easily explained by a new children’s book.
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Eastern nations more receptive to AI, hints UN tech advisor

When it comes to machines and humans, Western thinkers are too preoccupied with a “them vs. us” mentality and might do well to look East for inspiration.
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Exclusive interview with a phone phreak legend: Matthew Weigman

“They do little to nothing in the way of helping people become better,” the famous blind hacker Matthew Weigman told me after spending years in the US for his endeavors exploiting telecommunication systems.
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Pages vs. pixels: the clash of book formats – Cybernews podcast #16

E-books are depriving us of a deeply immersive reading experience, while simultaneously unlocking access to an endless array of content.
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The rise and fall of Jimmy Zhong: a $3 billion crypto caper unveiled

The recent 12% jump in Bitcoin's price to $35,000 has rekindled enthusiasm in the cryptocurrency market. Adding to the optimism is next year's scheduled Bitcoin halving event, which will cut the new supply in half and likely boost demand.
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California data act advisor: state law could save us

Thanks to the California Delete Act, the US may be on track to having better safeguards for its citizens’ data privacy. But a federal solution still looks far away.
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Experiment: AI explains why my ex ghosted me

I just tried an AI algorithm that analyzed my entire love story and gave me the verdict. But how accurate was it?
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With streamers raising prices, digital piracy is back

As the media disruptors of the last decade – especially Netflix – are morphing into the very same production companies that they disrupted, online piracy is getting back on its feet.
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