June 13, 2024 at 10:14PM Microsoft delays AI-powered Windows Recall feature initially set for a public preview on Copilot+ PCs to seek further testing and security. Amid concerns over privacy and security, it will now first be available for preview with Windows Insiders. This follows criticism and efforts to enhance security, including making the feature … Read more
May 23, 2024 at 02:44AM Academics have found that Apple’s Wi-Fi Positioning System (WPS) could lead to widespread privacy issues, enabling mass surveillance even of those not using Apple devices. The system’s design allows for tracking individuals via Wi-Fi access points, potentially identifying specific locations and individuals. Researchers advised certain defenses against this tracking. Key … Read more
April 30, 2024 at 07:32PM A cyber-thief, Aleksanteri Kivimäki, was sentenced to six years and three months for stealing and blackmailing tens of thousands of patients’ records from a psychotherapy clinic in Finland. His extortion attempts triggered a surge in reported crime figures. He faces over 5,000 compensation claims and was caught in France after … Read more