September 9, 2024 at 01:45PM A new form of sextortion email scam is targeting spouses, claiming that their partner is cheating and providing links to supposed evidence. This variant aims to exploit trust and cause fear in relationships. Based on the meeting notes, it seems that a new variant of sextortion email scams is emerging, … Read more
July 31, 2024 at 06:36AM The Senate passed a bill, 91-3, to protect children from harmful online content by making tech companies more accountable. The legislation aims to prevent harm on online platforms used by minors, requiring companies to prioritize safety settings. President Biden urged the House to promptly pass the bill. The legislation is … Read more
July 25, 2024 at 05:16AM Google has enhanced protections in Chrome against malicious downloads. Users now receive more detailed warnings leveraging AI-powered malware verdicts. Enhanced Protection mode enables automatic deep scanning, catching new malware, while Standard Protection mode checks metadata of files against Safe Browsing. Additionally, the company is tackling malware in encrypted archives with … Read more
July 2, 2024 at 01:29PM Interlock introduces Web3, an incentivized internet security community and general availability of ThreatSlayer, a blockchain-powered browser extension. The CEO secured interest from Netflix co-founder Marc Randolph and introduced the $ILOCK token for incentivizing security staking. The company aims to revolutionize internet security by combining crowd power, AI technology, and blockchain … Read more
May 31, 2024 at 07:16PM Twitch has reportedly dissolved its Safety Advisory Council and intends to replace it with chosen “ambassadors.” The council, formed in 2020, aimed to enhance Twitch’s approach to trust and safety. The move comes as Twitch seeks to manage costs, but it remains to be seen how this change will impact … Read more
May 15, 2024 at 04:59PM The website no longer deals in illegal items and instead encourages individuals with relevant information to reach out to the authorities to assist with the investigation. It seems that the website has been updated to prompt anyone with relevant information to contact the authorities instead of engaging in online contraband … Read more
May 13, 2024 at 04:35AM Europol criticizes Meta for end-to-end encryption hindering efforts to combat child sexual abuse material. However, weakening encryption is deemed ineffective and potentially harmful, with no supporting evidence. Additionally, concerns are raised about the mental health impact of social media on young people, with unrealistic proposals to address the issue. The … Read more
November 14, 2023 at 02:30PM The text describes the author’s reflections on 100 straight quarters of profitability at Trend Micro. It highlights how the company’s conservative approach to spending has allowed them to give back to communities and support various charitable initiatives. The author expresses pride in being part of an organization that prioritizes non-revenue … Read more
November 3, 2023 at 03:52PM China’s Cyberspace Administration (CAC) has punished Alibaba-owned search engine Quark and livestreaming platform NetEase for vulgar content. Quark was fined ¥500,000 and NetEase had to suspend updates on a dancing content channel for seven days. The CAC requires platforms to protect minors from questionable content starting January 1, 2024. Social … Read more