Mountain View, CA

TechSpot

Serving tech enthusiasts for over 25 years. WTF?! Chinese-made chips used in popular contactless cards contain hardware backdoors that are easy to exploit. These chips are compatible with the proprietary Mifare protocol developed by Philips spin-off NXP Semiconductors and are inherently "intrinsically broken," regardless of the card's brand. Security researchers...

RFID cards could turn into a global security mess after discovery of hardware backdoor

Researchers discovered the active exploitation of a zero-day vulnerability in AVTECH IP cameras by the Corona Mirai malware botnet. Given that the cameras have already reached end-of-life, no vulnerability fix will arrive, making it inevitable for users to abandon them. Corona Mirai Malware Botnet Exploits Unpatched Zero-Day In AVTECH IP...

Malware Botnet Exploits Vulnerable AVTECH IP Cameras

Minot Air Force Base, ND

The United States Air Force 5th Contracting Squadron at Minot Air Force Base in North Dakota has issued a justification for soliciting from Finksburg, Maryland-based Trusted Systems a “solution for accessing the Secret Internet Protocol Router Network (SIPRNet) using a biometric system so that computers remain in a locked safe at all times, but are still accessible to the user.”

US Air Force seeks sole source SIPRNet biometric access solution for nuke base

Clevertouch has secured Cyber Essentials certification, demonstrating that it is adhering to security and privacy in all data technology practices. The scheme is backed by the UK government and was developed to help businesses protected themselves against cyber threats. As part of the process to gain the certification, Clevertouch had...

Clevertouch achieves Cyber Essentials certification

SumSub has become the first identity verification provider to complete the new Global Digital Identity Certification (GDIC), according to the company. This initiative was created by AVID Certification Services Ltd, the UK’s provider of Digital Identity Certification. The certification is based on the Financial Action Task Force’s (FATF) internationally...

Regtech: ID Verification Provider Sumsub Achieves New Global Digital Identity Certification

Washington, DC

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NewsNinja

A woman says she overheard Texas Roadhouse corporate managers plotting to terminate an employee who is in the intensive care unit (ICU) by baiting her husband with a fake benefits package. The story has sparked outrage in a now-viral TikTok.

Woman catches Texas Roadhouse managers allegedly scheming to terminate an injured worker

During a CNBC interview, Wedbush Securities analyst Dan Ives called artificial intelligence (AI) the fourth industrial revolution. He drew parallels between the burgeoning AI market, the creation of the internet in 1995, and the launch of the iPhone in 2007. Ives expects an "AI spending tidal wave" to supercharge the technology sector in the coming years.

A Once-in-a-Decade Investment Opportunity: 2 Artificial Intelligence (AI) Stocks to Buy Now

Serving tech enthusiasts for over 25 years. In brief: Fujitsu had announced last year it would stop selling computers in the European market by spring 2024, however it has not given up on premium PCs in other sectors. The Japanese tech giant is returning from its post-pandemic woes with an aggressive lineup of 16 new products across the business notebook, desktop, tablet, and workstation categories.

Fujitsu is flooding the market with a whopping 16 new PC models

Reuters

AMSTERDAM (Reuters) -U.S. facial recognition company Clearview AI has been fined 30.5 million euros ($33.7 million) for building what Dutch data protection watchdog DPA said on Tuesday was an illegal database.

Clearview AI fined by Dutch agency for facial recognition database

Android Police

IFA 2024 kicks off September 6, 2024, in Berlin, Germany, with some exciting reveals and announcements expected from the prominent names in tech. The world's largest electronics show (a title CES also claims) promises to intrigue with hints of new folding technology and fun brand crossovers. It also promises to be a banner year for portable projectors, allowing you to stream your favorite Google TV while on the go. Here are the top five reveals we're looking forward to when the show begins.

5 gadgets we're most excited about from the world's largest tech show

Business Insider

Xpeng, a Tesla rival, unveiled its M03 EV on Tuesday. The model with autonomous-driving features costs about $22,000.

Chinese Tesla rival launches $22,000 EV with self-driving features. Here's why that's a big problem for Tesla.

Florida State

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Hialeah, FL

Akeena

If you’ve ever been to one of the few remaining locations in Florida, you know this chain is all about building the perfect burger. But one of its five Sunshine State locations, the Hialeah Fuddruckers, recently hit a bit of a roadblock after a state inspection led to a temporary closure. Here’s what went down.

Chain Restaurant Known for Its 'Perfect' Burger Shut Down After State Inspection in Florida

The Tab S10 series is rumored to launch sometime in October. Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 (top) with Tab S9 Ultra (bottom) and Z Flip 5 (left). A leaked render of the Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 Ultra suggests the design will largely remain unchanged from its predecessor. The tablet could still...

Galaxy Tab S10 Ultra: Leaked image provides an early peek at Samsung's next flagship tablet

Dania Beach, FL

If you’ve recently shopped at the Walmart Neighborhood Market on East Sheridan Street in Dania Beach, you might want to double-check your purchases. A recent inspection by the Florida Department of Agriculture revealed some alarming issues, including moldy meat and improperly stored chicken.

Moldy Meat and Warm Chicken: Walmart Neighborhood Market  Faces Inspection Troubles in Florida

Colorado State

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Denver, CO

David Heitz

They're shaped like a potato and tend to bake in hot weather, biologists say. That's why you will find cheeky little pikas in Colorado's mountains. But climate change could cause these critters' numbers to dwindle, according to wildlife experts. Like polar bears, Pikas may predict warmer temperatures, scientists say.

Potato-shaped critter visible now may predict climate change in Colorado

J. Souza

A man has sparked heated debate online after deciding to take a solo trip for his 40th birthday, despite his girlfriend's financial struggles. The man, who has been dating his girlfriend for three months, shared his dilemma on a popular Reddit forum.

Boyfriend Taking Vacation Alone Since Girlfriend Can't Afford It Asks if He's in the Wrong

In the last few years, we have witnessed some of the most seismic changes to the IT security landscape -- from global pandemics and geopolitical issues to a global energy crisis, growing cybersecurity threats, multiple country elections, and subdued economic conditions. But regardless of stretched IT and cybersecurity budgets, and a significant IT skills shortage, threat actors continue to innovate as cyber threats evolve at breakneck speed. Organizations have no choice but to defend themselves.

A lack of resources and talent leaves UK SMEs dangerously exposed

PYMNTS

Staying ahead in fraud prevention is a competitive advantage for today’s businesses, Finexio CEO Ernest Rolfson writes in a new PYMNTS eBook, “Beyond the Horizon: How to Identify Unexpected Threats That Could Impact Your Business.”. As we look ahead to the potential of the future, the payments industry...

Finexio CEO: Security Offers Competitive Edge in Payments Landscape

Transport for London's (TfL) computer systems have been targeted in an ongoing cyber attack. It said there was no evidence customer data had been compromised and there was currently no impact on TfL services. Insiders have told BBC London they have been asked to work at home if possible, and...

TfL faces 'ongoing cyber security incident'

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Jefferson County, KY

Louisville, KY

Northern Kentucky Tribune

Federal, state and local public health officials have confirmed the first case of the Oropouche virus in Kentucky and Jefferson County in a person who had returned to Louisville after traveling to the Caribbean.

Health officials report first case of Oropouche virus, aka ‘Sloth Fever,’ confirmed in Kentucky

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The role of behavioral biometrics in a world of growing cyberthreats

According to a recent McKinsey article, by 2025, the worldwide cost of cyberattacks is expected to surpass $10.5 trillion. Meanwhile, the identity access management industry is...

The role of behavioral biometrics in a world of growing cyberthreats

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