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Facebook set to launch own brand of cryptocurrency in 2020
“GlobalCoin” is the social network’s answer to the crypto craze.
Plastic Bank treating plastic like currency to tackle waste and poverty
Tackling ocean plastic and global poverty with blockchain-based token rewards.
Consent Tracker may be the most worrying tech product of the year
Have you been waiting for a blockchain-powered app that allows you to express consent at every stage of a date? Well, here it is.
A large chunk of Ethereum clients remain unpatched
Unpatched clients leave Ethereum network vulnerable to 51% attacks.
Microsoft: Forget Google, Facebook – log in with our new blockchain ID
Microsoft has improved the scalability of its ION bitcoin blockchain-based distributed identity system. But it's still early days.
OneCoin ‘CryptoQueen’ sued over alleged $4bn cryptocurrency Ponzi scheme
The lawsuit claims that OneCoin slurped up investor funds despite having no technology to speak of.
Hackers attack Confluence Servers, hijack power for cryptocurrency mining
Illicit Monero mining is the goal.
Hackers steal $41 million from cryptocurrency exchange Binance
Binance says it will absorb the loss using a backup fund so users won't lose any Bitcoin.
Singapore, Canada complete blockchain trial for cross-border payments
Monetary Authority of Singapore and Bank of Canada complete tests on cross-border payments using digital currencies, tapping distributed ledger technology with the aim to achieve faster, cheaper, and more secured transactions.
Microsoft adds more AI, mixed-reality, IoT services to its Azure line-up
A couple days ahead of Build 2019, Microsoft is showcasing some new AI, MR, IoT and blockchain capabilities powered by Azure which it will be showing off at its developer confab.
Amazon Managed Blockchain now generally available
The decentralised blockchain service is limited to HyperLedger and those operating out of the US East (N. Virginia) availability zone.
Samsung SDS and Mahindra to collaborate in blockchain
The two companies have come together in a bid to take the Samsung SDS Nexledger blockchain platform to the global stage.
China could soon ban cryptocurrency mining: Report
The South China Morning Post has reported the country's economic planning body is moving to ban cryptocurrency mining facilities.
Labor to push blockchain in government despite DTA reservations
The DTA considers it over-hyped, but Data61 is bullish on the long-term application of blockchain and Shadow Minister for the Digital Economy Ed Husic agrees.
Opera 60 released with a built-in cryptocurrency wallet
Opera's built-in wallet too support Ethereum transactions, ICO tokens, and collectibles.
iOS 12.3: How to keep your iPhone safe from hackers and snoopers
Your iPhone and iPad is likely packed with important, valuable, and even sensitive information that you might not want others to be able to access. Here are the steps you should take to lock down an iPhone or iPad running iOS 12.3.
How to secure your iPhone or iPad from hackers, snoopers, and thieves (iOS 12.2)
Your iPhone and iPad is likely packed with important, valuable, and even sensitive information that you might not want others to be able to access. Here are the steps you should take to lock down an iPhone or iPad running iOS 12.2.
Plagues then and now: Blood, frogs and locusts are no match for the ravages of 2019
What would a modern-day Plague of Lice look like?
How to protect your Google Account with the Advanced Protection Program
If you want to beef up the security on your Google Account, then the Advanced Protection Program those at risk of targeted attacks – such as journalists, activists, business leaders, and political campaign teams – is for you. Here's how to enable the Google Advanced Protection Program.
Who is really in the driver’s seat? Unknown digital threats to your car’s security
The technology managing the systems in our cars could be open drivers up to the risk of hacking. Find out the most common digital threats to our cars, and how you can reduce your risk.
Data leaks: The most common sources
This gallery contains a list of the technologies that have been many times at the heart of a large number of data breaches incidents in the past few years.
Facebook's worst privacy scandals and data disasters
Time and time again, Facebook has been slammed for privacy practices and data handling. Here are some of the most prominent, recent scandals of note.
The best VPN services: Our 10 favorite vendors for protecting your privacy
Whether you're in the office or on the road, a VPN is still one of the best ways to protect yourself on the big, bad internet. One of these could be your best bet.
How to avoid being phished during holiday shopping season
Although hackers are getting more and more sophisticated, you can still recognize that something is not right online. NordVPN shares tips on spotting a phishing message -- and keep your online activities safe.
Many of 2018's most dangerous Android and iOS security flaws still threaten your mobile security
Bypassing passcodes, malware-laden apps, and inherent design flaws exposing almost all known mobile devices made up part of the security problems found in iOS and Android.
2018's worst cryptocurrency scams, cyberattacks (in pictures)
Everything from ICO scams to 51 percent attacks has plagued the cryptocurrency space over the course of this year.
Cybercrime and malware, 2019 predictions
Experts weigh in on what they believe will happen to the world of cybercrime, malware, and botnets in the coming year.
Apricorn Aegis Fortress L3 portable storage drive
If you're looking for a fast, ultra-rugged, secure encrypted portable storage drive that's available in both HDD and SSD flavors, look no further than Apricorn's new Aegis Fortress L3.
How to secure your iPhone from hackers, snoopers, and thieves (iOS 12.1)
Your iPhone and iPad is likely packed with important, valuable, and even sensitive information that you might not want others to be able to access. Here are the steps you should take to lock down an iPhone or iPad running iOS 12.1.
Top tips to keep safe around your voice assistant
Voice assistants like Google Home, Amazon Alexa, and Samsung smart TVs are always listening, yet consumers are unaware that their recordings are held online. Here are some ways to mange your privacy around these devices.
Microsoft offers preview of blockchain-based identity system
Microsoft has improved the scalability of its ION bitcoin blockchain-based distributed identity system. But it's still early days.
Regulating digital tokens
Jesse Lund, vice president of blockchain at IBM, talks to Tonya Hall about ways that digital tokens can be regulated.
Cybersecurity skills are in high demand
Demand for security staff is up, but some skills are more sought after than others.
Attacks have dropped dramatically since 2015: Is hacktivism dead?
Hacktivist scene collapses as Anonymous hacker collective dies a slow death.
What the future looks like as GDPR's one-year anniversary approaches
ZDNet's Danny Palmer sits down with TechRepublic's Karen Roby to break down exactly what GDPR is, what it does, and what the future looks like as its one-year anniversary approaches. Read more: https://zd.net/2X08kC1
How Haas F1 uses a layered security strategy to keep its data safe
Haas F1 uses layers of protection to help give the Formula 1 racing team a competitive advantage.
Melbourne students are guinea pigs for NEC's facial recognition fraud tech
NEC's NeoFace facial recognition software will be used by Melbourne-based Cambridge Boxhill Language Assessments in a bid to ensure those sitting tests are those enrolled.
How machine learning is blocking phishing attacks
ZDNet's Natalie Gagliordi sits down with TechRepublic's Karen Roby to talk about how Twilio SendGrid trained a TensorFlow-backed system to catch phishing attacks in its emails. Read more:
WhatsApp bug opens door to spyware with just a phone call
WhatsApp patches a flaw that has been used to install spyware on Android and iPhone devices.
Microsoft's golden rules for safe enterprise networks
Microsoft recommends using a separate device for administrative tasks.
Apple and Google: Two approaches to privacy issues
Both companies talk up the importance of protecting your data, but make opposite cases for whether you should share it. Read more: https://zd.net/2vWUsg8
Amazon reports another fraud scheme in the platform
The company says sellers fell victim to an “extensive” fraud scheme last year.
New North Korea-linked malware strain puts FBI and DHS under alert
Electricfish malware is used to forge covert pathways out of infected Windows PCs.
This is how tech giants track your every move
We rely on social media and smartphone apps, from dating and connecting to online shopping and browsing the web. What exactly do we share with these platforms? Read more: https://zd.net/2vYZ3hN
Your files could be at risk from fresh ransomware technique
This file-locking malware family has evolved a new tactic which abuses trust to create new ransomware victims.
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