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Data61 and CBA demonstrate blockchain welfare payments
But a regular database arguably remains the better solution.
The technology enabling Alibaba to sell $30.8 billion in Double 11 goods
From artificial intelligence to datacentre cooling, machine learning, and blockchain, Alibaba used new technology to surpass its record 11.11 Global Shopping Festival sales figure set last year by 45.3 billion yuan.
South Korea will make young cryptojackers stand trial for infecting PCs
It is believed this is the first time the country has had to deal with the emerging problem of cryptojacking.
IBM partners with Seagate to put hard drives on the blockchain
The companies are aiming to build a system that addresses counterfeit hard drives and helps ensure hard drive compliance and security.
University shuts down network to thwart Bitcoin cryptojacking scheme
The network and the university's power were used covertly to mine for cryptocurrency.
IBM patent uses blockchain to build trust in augmented reality gaming
Blockchain may be the answer to enforcing trust by combining AR and real-world location records.
Is FOMO making enterprises unnecessarily leap into blockchain?
Gartner believes blockchain in its current level of maturity isn't appropriate for the enterprise.
Bitstamp acquired by Belgian investment firm NXMH
Bitstamp's CEO says it is business as usual at the office despite the purchase.
SWIFT and SLIB trial distributed ledger voting
SLIB vice general manager expects 'something' to be in production next year.
Tether sets fire to 500 million USDT cryptocurrency coins
The move has reduced the amount of Tether coins now in circulation.
Here's what to expect from ASX's blockchain-based CHESS replacement
What started as a Google search will result in the first financial services industrial-scale blockchain use case.
North Korea blamed for two cryptocurrency scams, five trading platform hacks
Two new reports support FireEye's characterization that North Korea is "the most destructive cyber threat right now."
Australian woman arrested over AU$450,000 Ripple theft
The woman allegedly 'stole' 100,000 units of the cryptocurrency.
Oracle launches Blockchain Applications Cloud
The initial applications, built with Oracle's Blockchain Cloud Service, are tailored for supply chain use cases.
DTA dunks on blockchain hype saying for every use there is a better alternative
Hype driven by technology vendors looking to boost revenue, and not service providers that have found it useful, DTA says.
iOS 12.1: Change these privacy and security settings now
Concerned about the security of the data you store on your iPhone and iPad? Here are the steps you should take to lock down an iPhone or iPad running iOS 12. (Updated for iOS 12.1)
Top vehicle hacking examples (in pictures)
Researchers have demonstrated everything from running cars off the road to remotely controlling your brakes.
Simple steps to erase your digital footprint
Need help wiping the slate clean? Here are some instructions on removing and wiping services most likely to store your data and online activities.
How to spot a fake ICO (in pictures)
Initial Coin Offerings (ICOs) are part of the cryptocurrency Wild West, but how do you know what is fraudulent and what is legitimate?
The worst cyberattacks undertaken by nation-state hackers
These are the worst known cyberattacks which are believed to be the work of hackers backed by governments and ruling parties worldwide.
How to discover and destroy spyware on your smartphone (in pictures)
If you suspect your device has been tampered with, follow these steps.
McAfee opens Advanced Threat Research Lab
The Hillsboro, Oregon lab showcases a range of threats, including adversarial machine learning used on autonomous vehicles, Windows vulnerabilities, medical device flaws and blockchain attacks.
Apricorn Aegis Padlock SSD: Hardware-encrypted solid-state drive that fits in a pocket
The Apricorn Aegis Padlock SSD fits into the palm of your hand, yet features AES-XTS 256-bit hardware encryption, a wear-resistant keypad, and the case is impervious to dust, grit and water.
These are 2018's biggest hacks, leaks, and data breaches
Dozens of breaches, over a billion affected.
IronKey D300 hardware-encrypted USB flash drive
When it comes to portable and durable data security, IronKey is a trusted name, and if you want a USB flash drive that will securely and safely store your data, the D300 is worth taking a look at.
10 indoor security cameras for a smarter home or office
Many of the popular security cameras available to purchase right now not only make your home or office safer but also smarter. They're loaded with intelligent features and sometimes even include support for digital assistants like Alexa, all with the purpose of giving you some peace of mind.
Private browsing: 16 good reasons to use incognito mode
Also known as private browsing or porn mode, your browser privacy setting has all sorts of useful applications that have nothing to do with hiding the consumption of adult content.
The dumbest passwords people still use
Everybody knows that 12345 is a bad password. But what they're using instead isn't much stronger
North Korea's history of bold cyber attacks
Many of the massive cyberattacks that have spread across the world in recent years were traced back or attributed to North Korea. Here are eleven examples.
How computers of the future will recognise us
Many now think that passwords cannot secure their PCs and phones, so how will we gain access to our devices in the near future?
The first ransomware -- what have we learned?
Tonya Hall sits down with Charles Arthur, journalist, speaker, and author of the book "Cyber Wars - Hacks That Shocked the Business World," to discuss what we've learned about ransomware and where we can go from there.
University forced to shut down network to stop Bitcoin mining scheme
The network and the university's power were used covertly to mine for cryptocurrency.
Company partnership could produce first national biometric database
AI-based facial recognition and fingerprinting are allowing new levels of authentication, but privacy advocates should be concerned. Read more: https://zd.net/2Pakpos
Windows is porting popular Sysinternals tools package to Linux
Microsoft engineers have already ported the ProcDump utility and are currently working on porting ProcMon as well. More tools to follow.
Security recommendations for the upcoming election season
Tonya Hall talks to Chris Wysopal, chief technology officer at CA Veracode, about how government systems need better IT security by creating and applying more secure softwares.
The Russian government demands mobile operators to register all messaging apps users
New decree means messaging services will have to check users' registration data with their mobile operator.
Fraudsters posing as Elon Musk carry out a bitcoin scam on Twitter
Scammers are hijacking verified accounts and using them to imitate the Tesla boss as part of a new bitcoin con.
Flawed HMIs are hackers' door into core infrastructures, report
Human Interface Systems lacking any kind of security have the potential to cause serious damage to critical services worldwide.
States had National Guard cyber units on standby during midterms
National Guard cyber units were activated in Washington, Illinois, and Wisconsin.
A second major Chinese tech company ends up in US export ban list
US official fears supply chain attack on US military systems.
How AI and machine vision detects threats
Dave Selinger, co-founder and CEO at Deep Sentinel, talks with Tonya Hall about how technology continues to help combat threats for police.
Holiday advice for ID theft prevention
Adam Levin, chairman of Cyberscout, talks with Tonya Hall about how to protect your identity, especially as the holiday season quickly approaches.
The role of regulation in IoT security
Bruce Schneier, internationally renowned security technologist and author, tells Tonya Hall about how regulation plays a role in IoT security.
Australian defence contractor Austal hit by data breach
The shipbuilder says its US operations are not impacted, as systems are not linked.
Companies are fast to spot vulnerabilities but lazy to patch them, report
Most enterprise vulnerabilities remain unpatched a month after discovery.
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