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Online dating users doxed as personal data exposed
Mon, 26th Jul 2021
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email security
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cybersecurity
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scams
1 in 6 online daters have fallen victim to doxing, a new study finds. Personal data exposure on dating platforms remains a concern for users.
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Tech support scams remain a global threat - Microsoft
Mon, 26th Jul 2021
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email security
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cybersecurity
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microsoft
Tactics used by fraudsters to victimise users online have evolved over time, from pure cold calling to more sophisticated ploys.
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Bringing jury to crime scene via VR provides more accurate results
Fri, 23rd Jul 2021
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ar, vr & metaverse
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university of south australia
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law enforcement
The University of South Australia finds overwhelming evidence in favour of using VR in the courtroom by putting jurors in the middle of a crime scene.
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Sony gears up to release new home theatre and soundbars for more advanced surround sound
Fri, 23rd Jul 2021
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smart home
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digital entertainment
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sony
Sony has unveiled its new home theatre and soundbar systems, which promise to bring the bass and multi-dimensional sound to every corner of a room.
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Cyber attackers will have weaponised operational technology environments to harm or kill humans - Gartner
Thu, 22nd Jul 2021
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risk & compliance
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cybersecurity
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analyst report
Cyber attackers will kill humans through operational technology by 2025, says Gartner. Lack of security controls in OT environments is a major concern.
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Microsoft tops list for most imitated brands for phishing attempts
Wed, 21st Jul 2021
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phishing
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email security
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microsoft
Microsoft remains the most impersonated brand for phishing attempts, with 45% of attacks in Q2 2021, according to Check Point Software.
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Game review: Monster Hunter Stories 2: Wings of Ruin (PC)
Tue, 20th Jul 2021
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gaming
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reviews
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digital entertainment
Capcom’s much-loved Monster Hunter series gets another spin-off title with Monster Hunter Stories 2: Wings of Ruin.
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Microsoft pledges to run data centres carbon neutral by 2030
Mon, 19th Jul 2021
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microsoft
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data center construction
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carbon emissions
The tech giant has announced it will aim to power all its global data centres and offices with zero-carbon energy by 2030.  .
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Complete connection: the 75-year evolution of the mobile phone
Mon, 19th Jul 2021
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smartphones
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uc
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5g & beyond
75 years ago, the first mobile phone call was made in a car. How has technology changed since then and what does the future hold?.
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Hands-on review: TerraMaster D5-300 Raid Direct Attached Storage
Mon, 19th Jul 2021
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storage
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gaming
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reviews
The TerraMaster D5-300 offers a simple and robust way to set up a RAID storage system for critical data and backups.
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New AI technology helps doctors detect cancerous lesions
Fri, 16th Jul 2021
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digital signage
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displays & projectors
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ai
NEC Corporation has announced the development of an AI technology to support doctors in determining if colorectal lesions are neoplastic or non-neoplastic.
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Game review: Metro Exodus Enhanced Edition (PC/Xbox Series X)
Fri, 16th Jul 2021
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gaming
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reviews
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digital entertainment
This augmented version of the celebrated game affords players the opportunity to experience Metro Exodus looking better than ever.
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Cyber incidents on the rise as ransomware accounts for two thirds of all malware attacks
Thu, 15th Jul 2021
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malware
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ransomware
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cybersecurity
Ransomware makes up two-thirds of all malware attacks, as cyber incidents continue to rise, according to Positive Technologies.
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Microsoft announces cloud OS Windows 365 - Full windows 11 experience online
Thu, 15th Jul 2021
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microsoft
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windows
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desktop virtualization
Microsoft announces Windows 365, a cloud service that streams the full Windows experience to personal and corporate devices.
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Hands-on review: JBL Clip 4
Thu, 15th Jul 2021
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gaming
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reviews
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digital entertainment
JBL's new Clip 4 portable speaker combines style, durability, and great sound in one compact device. At $99, it's a must-have for music lovers.
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More users falling for security and HR-related phishing attacks
Wed, 14th Jul 2021
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phishing
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hcm
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email security
Security and HR-related phishing attacks are on the rise, with email attacks on HR topics seeing a significant increase, according to new research from KnowBe4.
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Game review: Chivalry 2 (Xbox One/Series X)
Tue, 13th Jul 2021
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gaming
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reviews
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digital entertainment
'Chivalry 2' offers medieval mayhem in a multiplayer setting, with battles that are both exhilarating and brutal. A must-play for fans of hack and slash games.
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Virgin Galactic completes first fully crewed spaceflight
Mon, 12th Jul 2021
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spacetech
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virgin galactic
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satellite
Virgin Galactic's VSS Unity has successfully reached space in its fourth rocket-powered spaceflight, with Sir Richard Branson on board.
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Hands-on review: AG-WHP01K wireless headphones
Mon, 12th Jul 2021
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gaming
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reviews
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digital entertainment
AG-WHP01K headphones surprise with their sleek design, great sound quality, impressive noise cancellation, and long battery life.
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Risk of data leaks high as employees unsure about confidentiality
Fri, 9th Jul 2021
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cybersecurity
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data leak
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knowbe4
One in four UK employees risk sharing confidential work information due to lack of knowledge, according to new research.