OpenAI, the leading artificial intelligence research lab, has a reputation for shaking up the tech world with its groundbreaking advancements. From creating impressive language models like GPT-3 to pushing the boundaries of machine learning, OpenAI has consistently delivered innovations that astound the industry. Now, speculation is rife that OpenAI’s next breakthrough will enable computers to… Continue reading OpenAI’s next ‘giant breakthrough’ tipped to land soon and control your computer
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Report: Android’s desktop mode might allow future tablets to double as computers
In recent years, we have witnessed a dramatic evolution in technology, specifically with tablets and smartphones. These devices have become an integral part of our lives, making tasks more convenient and efficient. However, when it comes to productivity, tablets have often fallen short compared to traditional computers. That may soon change with the possible introduction… Continue reading Report: Android’s desktop mode might allow future tablets to double as computers
How One Bad CrowdStrike Update Crashed the World’s Computers
In today’s technologically advanced world, cybersecurity is of utmost importance. With people relying on their computers for various purposes, any breach in security can have severe consequences. This became painfully evident when a seemingly harmless update from the cybersecurity firm, CrowdStrike, caused a global computer crash that affected users across the globe. This incident serves… Continue reading How One Bad CrowdStrike Update Crashed the World’s Computers
FBI makes a massive botnet infecting more than 700,000 computers uninstall itself
Recently, the FBI achieved a major milestone in the fight against cybercrime. The agency successfully managed to make one of the world’s largest botnets, which was responsible for infecting more than seven hundred thousand computers, uninstall itself. The botnet was discovered in 2018 when it was found to be using malicious software to simultaneously control… Continue reading FBI makes a massive botnet infecting more than 700,000 computers uninstall itself
Researchers watched 100 hours of hackers hacking honeypot computers
In a recent study, researchers monitored the activities of more than 100 hackers over a period of 100 hours as they attempted to hack into honeypot computers. The findings have been significant as the researchers were able to observe not just the methods used by the hackers, but also the forensics of the attacks. Honeypots,… Continue reading Researchers watched 100 hours of hackers hacking honeypot computers
Firmware vulnerabilities in millions of computers could give hackers superuser status
The concept of cyber security is more important than ever as more people conduct their business and personal activities online. A new hardware vulnerability called “Spoiler” has been detected by researchers from Digital Interruption, which affects millions of computers including those of home users and companies. The attack uses the firmware installed on Intel-based personal… Continue reading Firmware vulnerabilities in millions of computers could give hackers superuser status
Framework’s computers aren’t perfect, but they are exciting
The phrase “frequent fliers” may soon be replaced with “framework computers”. This is because the growing popularity of framework computers is quickly revolutionizing the technology industry, making computers faster and more flexible than ever before. While the technology is still not perfect and yet continues to evolve rapidly, those who take the plunge and adopt… Continue reading Framework’s computers aren’t perfect, but they are exciting
Huge collection of vintage Apple computers goes to auction next week
Next week, a huge collection of vintage Apple computers will be up for auction for any tech enthusiast looking for a unique keepsake. Since 1976, computers made by the iconic company have remained a hallmark in the tech world, and this auction will be no exception. The collection, owned by collector and entrepreneur Robert Lyons-Jones,… Continue reading Huge collection of vintage Apple computers goes to auction next week
Effective, fast, and unrecoverable: Wiper malware is popping up everywhere
When it comes to malicious malware, wiper malware presents particular cause for concern. A type of malware designed to destroy or modify computers and IT systems, wiper malware is increasingly being used to target businesses and individuals. The primary goal of wiper malware is to sequentially overwrite or delete data in order to render it… Continue reading Effective, fast, and unrecoverable: Wiper malware is popping up everywhere