Complaints hurled at Telus after email services went down for 3 days
The company said the outage was due to a hardware problem in one of its facilities.
Technology
Recalled 15-Inch MacBook Pro is a potential airport nightmare
The U.S. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has issued a ban on several Apple MacBook models after the tech giant announced that several 15-inch MacBook Pro…
Google publicly reveals acquiring homework helper app, Socratic
Google has publicly disclosed that it has acquired the mobile learning app, Socratic, this week. However, Google has yet to reveal any details regarding the…
Twitter to hide unwanted messages with a new filter
Twitter will also censor messages they think are offensive so users can decide if they want to read it or not.
Australia ruled that employees can refuse to provide biometric data to employers
It’s a right to say no.
Apple sues Corellium, saying that they are profiteering from supposedly good-faith security research
Corellium offers perfect replicas of Apple iOS but is selling them to compete with Apple’s own development program.
YouTube and Google sued by creators over LGBTQ discriminatory claims
YouTube LGBTQ creators filed a lawsuit.
YouTube lets people try-on makeup via AR
Try it on AR-wise, then see if it fits your style.
Facebook takes on a more proactive role in monitoring Groups
Facebook is planning to revamp its Groups privacy settings along with new moderation tools.
Facebook hired contractors to transcribe voice chats sent via Messenger
After Google, Apple, and Amazon publicly admitting that they have been using third-party contractors and employees to listen to snippets of recordings from their devices,…
Biometrics company exposed millions of records from the UK Metropolitan Police, Banks, and Businesses
Biostar’s clients include banks, government agencies, and the UK Metropolitan Police.
New Twitter update revealed AI tech that curate timelines based on topics you wish to follow
You will soon be able to customize content that appears on your Twitter timeline.
Top 5 Best Smartphones for Business in 2019
Business phones with comprehensive and business-friendly features.
20-year-old Microsoft zero-day remains unpatched
A white-hat hacker from Google detailed a 20-year-old windows vulnerability that remained unpatched up until now.
Trump delays tariffs on some Chinese imports; tech companies stocks’ soar
For cheaper holiday options.
FCC approves more funding to bring broadband internet to rural areas
The Federal Communications Commission approved another funding to allow rural areas to experience better internet connectivity. A $121 million settlement aims to provide a fast…
Snap Spectacles 3 advances with 3D and AR capabilities
Take photos and videos through fashionable sunglasses — with added features to keep your creativity on the fly.
Court affirms decision on class action vs. Facebook’s Facial Recognition
Facebook can now get sued for using its facial recognition technology as the US Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit affirmed on Thursday, a…
Your DSLR cameras are also prone to Ransomware
There are countless numbers of victims being targeted by ransomware, and it had become a major threat to the technological system. People have been getting…
NoKor is allegedly using cyberattacks to loot money and fund nuclear projects; UN investigates
Report reveals that North Korea gained at least $2 billion from cyberattacking 17 countries.
Realme in development of separate OS, leaving Oppo’s ColorOS behind
Realme, a new smartphone brands from the company behind Oppo and Vivo, is probably one of the most impressive smartphone breakthroughs in 2019 and the…
Hacker forum discussing Fortnite exploits hacked by rival hackers
Is it poetic justice being served?
Some Google Services can now be logged on via fingerprint
Emphasis on the word SOME.
Touchscreens are awful, US Navy declares
If it ain’t broke, don’t fix it after all.
Avaya VoIP phones at risk of cyber-attacks, study suggests
The study came out a few days after Microsoft warned companies that Russian hackers are using VoIP phones to infiltrate corporate networks.
All you need is some sunglasses and some tape to bypass the iPhone’s FaceID
There was a flaw in the liveness detection function of the biometric authentication system that is used by Apple for unlocking an iPhone using face…
Android Phones made by small-time makers are more likely to have Preinstalled Malware
Android phones from small-time smartphone manufacturers are more likely to fall victim to preinstalled malware and exploitation in Android’s open-source system than major phone manufacturers…
There are hundreds of exposed EBS Snapshots from Amazon Cloud, leaking massive sensitive info
Amazon S3 Buckets aren’t just your problem with Amazon Cloud; there are also EBS Snapshots.
Robocall Blockers are Transmitting your Data to Third Parties without you knowing
Robocalls have since been a problem for American and amidst the pressure to the U.S. government to resolve the issue and the multiple efforts by…
Apple sells charging mats inspired from what would have been AirPower
Mophie is providing Apple a 3-in-1 charging mat that still doesn’t cut close to what AirPower would have been.
FBI can’t break the password on Dayton mass shooting suspect’s phones
Having a secured phone with no third-party intruders can snoop in is bliss for consumers; however, for the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FB), it is…
Valve refuses to fix Steam zero-day despite warning from researchers
More than 100 million Steam clients and users are at risk of serious cybersecurity risk as an unpatched zero-day privilege escalation vulnerability can allow attackers…
The FBI wants to spy on your Facebook to monitor threats in real-time
Amid the growing threat of homegrown terrorism, the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) is now actively looking for technologies and bidders who can offer them…
It’s official: Harmony OS is Huawei’s own operating system
It’s called Harmony OS and it can be used in smart objects, smartphones, and other IoT devices.
Google Maps AR will use your phone’s camera to point you in the right direction
Google will be rolling out the latest update to the Google Maps app, which will harness the power of Augmented Reality or AR, that aims…
Galaxy Note 10 comes in two sizes for the first time — along with features to boost productivity and creativity
Samsung packed a lot of new features with the Note 10 all the while shrinking one in size.
This dormant software lock from Apple prevents third-party replacements or repairs
Apple argues that this move aims to ensure all fixes adhere to Apple Standards.
Apple’s iOS to limit VoIP API; stopping messaging apps from running in the background
iOS 13 is coming, and everyone is excited. Everyone, except developers for WhatsApp and other messaging apps as they will be forced to redevelop their…
Microsoft warns of a vulnerability exploitable for SWAPGS attacks
A vulnerability that is affecting Windows computer running on 64-bit Intel and AMD processors could possibly be attacked, letting the attackers access and gain information…
A scheme to illegally unlock iPhones run by bribing AT&T employees
Millions of devices have been unlocked without authorization after several AT&T employees took bribes to install malware and malicious hardware in the company’s main network,…
Three Cambodian officials nabbed for bribing police to free VoIP scammers
On Monday the Phnom Penh Municipal court sent three officials from the General Department of Identification and General Department of Immigration to the Anti-Corruption Unit…
VoIP Networks Drive Cloud PBX Growth
The Cloud PBX market is growing, and VoIP markets are starting to become bigger than tradition telephone lines. The market for global cloud PBX is…
Microsoft offers $300k bounty for those who can hack Azure Security Lab
Azure security Lab will allow researchers to attack its cloud environment, but in a customer-safe way, Microsoft says. In a process to find and locate…
Apple Card sets the foundation of how virtual credit cards should be
Apple pay is easy, accessible, and private that should entice users to sign up.
Russian hackers are targeting corporate VoIP phones and IoT devices
The attacks are attributed to state-sponsored hackers from Russia called Strontium or Fancy Bear.
Warning: Scammers are recruiting Money Mules through online dating sites
The FBI warns of a trend called confidence/romance fraud.
New FCC Regulations Force VoIP Service Providers And Users To Do A Major Upgrade
Two of the most recent rules implemented and enforced by the Federal Communications Commissions could potentially change the way businesses and organizations operate their Voice-over-IP…
Can All Apps Be Ad-Free Like Netflix?
App developers could see a drastic incline in annual revenue if users were to pay them to keep their services without ads.
Report: Destructive Malware Incidents Up By 200% In The First Half Of 2019
Half of the destructive malware incidents assisted by IBM’s X-Force Iris incident response team are companies in the manufacturing industry.
GermanWiper: A Ransomware That Deletes Files Even If Ransom Is Paid
Several German businesses and organizations have been targeted by a sophisticated and ruthless ransomware attack that did not only ubiquitously demand ransom but also wipes…
SystemBC Is An Enabler Malware That Secure Other Malware As They Attack Windows Computers
The new malware is also being sold in underground marketplaces.
Huawei Tests HongMeng OS On Smartphones
After so much flip-flopping over what HongMeng is for, China-based smartphone manufacturer, Huawei, is testing its operating system. The move could potentially start selling HongMeng-run…
Apple Stops Contractors From Listening To Conversations From Siri
Apple hired contractors to “grade” siri conversations that has allowed a privacy threat on users
Latin America VoIP Market Expects 15% Growth By 2025
The VoIP market in Latin America is expected to witness an increased rate of 15% during the forecast timeline. Rising internet usage, increasing investments in…
Cybersecurity Researcher Found Honda Security ‘Soft Spots’ In Unsecured Database
A researcher claims to discover Honda’s ElasticSearch database that exposes the internal system and device data. The discovery revealed a database containing 40GB of internal…
Warning: There Is An Android Ransomware That Is Spread Through SMS
The prevalence of Android ransomware is back as announced by a group of cybersecurity researchers who discovered that a new family of ransomware is circulating…
[Breaking] Monzo App-Bank Stopped Working; Users Demand Updates
Users of the app-based banking solution, Monzo, are left hanging and unable to process transactions using their Monzo cards as the company, which is one…
Sephora Online Hit By Data Breach; Company Offers Monitoring Services
Affected countries include Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, Thailand, Philippines, Hong Kong SAR, Australia, and New Zealand.
Cybersecurity Directorate Is The NSA Cyber Frontier
The division’s first Director of Cybersecurity is Anne Neuberger.
Confidential User-Uploaded Docs Exposed In FormGet Data Breach
Another day, another company recklessly exposed their database for everyone with the link can see online. This time, it is the Indian productivity tool, Formget….
Youtube Urged To Prioritize Videos That Adhere To Scientific Consensus On Climate Change
Climate scientists and environmental researchers are calling for Youtube to change their algorithms to favor contents that agree with consensus belief regarding the climate crisis,…
Bugs Plague Facebook’s Anti-Misinformation Platform; Researchers Call It ‘Useless’
Plagued with controversies surrounding the 2016 Presidential Elections and the infamous Cambridge Analytica scandal that costs Facebook $5 billion fine from the FTC, the Silicon…
India’s LGBT Identity Theft Problem: Stalkers Lurk Grindr App
These stalkers know the most intimate information of their victims, including their address, their close friends, and even the location where they spent their last birthday.
‘LightSail 2’ Solar Sail Deployment A Success And Now Surfing Around the Earth
The Planetary Society live-tweeted the glorious moment!
There’s A Market For Hacked Deliveroo Accounts, And They’re Sold For Only $6
For only $6, you can now purchase a hacked Deliveroo account from the dark web, which you can use to order food from different establishments…
Bulgaria Police Zeroed In Some Data Breach Suspects
The Bulgarian police are investigating last week’s attack on the country’s tax systems. The suspect — who’s already in custody — is a member of…
Democrats Eye Banning Facial Recognition In Public Housing
In landmark legislation to be proposed in the Congress this week, lawmakers move to ban the use of facial recognition systems in public housing, saying…
Justice Department To Launch Anti-Trust Investigation Against Huge Tech Companies
There is no denying that technology dominates the world we live in, and among those who are the front-runners of the technological movement are the…
China Moves To Develop Own Digital Currency As Libra Accelerates
Facebook’s announcement of its most ambitious yet powerful project yet, the Libra currency, has solicited mixed reactions from different sectors. Some echoed their praises as…
Bitcoin Network Still Rapidly Growing And Getting More Powerful
If the trend continues regardless of the downward spiral that it has been experiencing in the past few weeks, with the pullover and the monetary value decrease, the upward spike of its network will eventually make it into a more robust industry in the near future.
Apple’s Dropping Three New iPhones In September
The three new iPhone 11s will arrive in September along with new features and specs.
‘Critical’ VLC Zero-Day Warning Raised
Cybersecurity researchers have warned users of the popular multimedia player, VLC, of a “critical” vulnerability that could expose them to potential risks once exploited by…
Chinese Fugitive Caught By Police Using Facial Recognition
It’s part of China’s project called “Sharp Eyes.”
North Carolina Passes Bill To Stop Robocalls And Scammers
The law also applies to text solicitors.
Phishing Attack Targets Lancaster University Students And Applicants
The hackers gained access to students’ and applicants’ names, addresses, phone numbers, ID information, and emai addresses. They were reportedly used to send fraudulent invoices to victims.
iNSYNQ CEO Asked Clients For Patience Following Ransomware Attack
A ransomware attack infected the company’s server since July 16.
Iranian Hackers Are Posing As Cambridge Officials To Target US Government
The threat actors are using LinkedIn to send malicious documents.
Fujifilm Has A Surveillance Camera That Can Zoom In To See License Plates From A Kilometer Away
Now, imagine this technology being used in smartphones.
The Cost Of Data Breaches Are Rising, And SMEs Are The Most Affected
With data breaches and cyberattacks happening every day that affects millions of companies around the world, the cost of containing a breach and dealing with…
Google To Pay $11 Million Settlement For Age Discrimination Claims
Age discrimination complaints about Google’s practices is not new but the latest report dates back in 2015
This AI Can Transform Your Photos Into A Renaissance Masterpiece
They said it is different from other photo-manipulation software available in the market.
Equifax To Pay $700M Or More For 2017 Data Breach
The credit reporting company has finally settled a deal with the Federal Trade Commission.
Slack’s New Update Promises Faster Loading And Lesser Memory Consumption
Popular online collaboration platform, Slack, is launching a new and improved version, but it’s not necessarily something that a naked eye can see. Slack is…
Microsoft Bets $1 Billion On OpenAI’s Ambition To Harness The Human Brain In Tech
Microsoft is getting in bed with OpenAI, and the price tag is worth $1 billion.
US Army Is Testing Facial Recognition Goggles
They can also see through the eyes of drones.
Even The Best Facial Recognition Algorithms Mismatch Black Women’s Faces More Than White Men’s
NIST reveals black women are mismatched ten times more than white women.
Seven Android Stalkerware Removed From Google Play Store
The apps allowed users to stalk employees, family members, and kids.
‘Number Finder’ App Scam Flagged By Researcher
Check the reviews before you subscribe!
Kazakhstan Forces Citizens To Install Government-Issued Certificate To Access HTTPS Traffic
Kazakhstan started intercepting HTTPS traffic to force citizens to install government-issued certificates to regain access to “allowed” websites.
Will Huawei Outperform 2018 Performance?
Huawei CEO Ren Zhengfai reportedly said he is optimistic about the future of Huawei and confirmed that they are shipping 270 million devices in 2019.
US First Successful Use Of MADIS Versus Iranian Drones
The United States has successfully put down an Iranian drone using a new technology it commissioned to use in the sea for the first time…
The Rise Of Adware And How We Are Used For Bogus Profit
Adware may not attempt to steal our money, but they use us to fake numbers for advertisers to pay them more.
DataSpii: Chrome And Firefox Extensions Caused ‘Catastrophic Data Leak’
The data was being sold by the online analytics company “Nacho Analytics.”
Russia’s Federal Security Service Faces The ‘Largest Data Breach In History’
The breached documents revealed Russia’s program to scrape social media, de-anoymize Tor browsing, and create its own internet service that is separate from the rest of the world.
Facebook May Be Tracking Your Online Photos Too
While no active hacking is happening, security experts believe that the discovery carries heavy implications.
Educational Institutions And Services Are Targets Of Recent Data Breaches
Two separate data breach have affected 62 US colleges and more than 7 million users of the K12.com, with vulnerabilites already exploited by hackers.
Morpheus Chip Is Almost Impossible To Hack Says Researchers
Much like the Greek god, Morpheus chip is a hacker’s nightmare.
Tinder Is Trying To Skirt Google Play Store Fees
Following the decision of app stores from Google and Apple to impose taxes on in-app purchases in apps, many popular brands have made moves to…
‘F*CK THE POLICE’ And Other Things Tweeted By The Hacker Who Took Over Met Police Website
“FREE DIGGA D ON FOENEM GANG,” another unauthorized tweet said.
Mozilla Will Roll Out A Feature That Would Alert Users If They Passwords Were Compromised
The new feature is expected to rolled out with Firefox 70.