OneCoin was one of those schemes where people earn commissions for getting others to become “investors” and convincing them to encourage family members and friends to do the same—a pretty straightforward pyramid scheme, in other words— and the money lost to the scam is estimated at $4.5 billion.
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Arkansas AG lawsuit claims Temu’s shopping app is ‘dangerous malware’ – The Verge
The AG claims that Temu collects far more data than necessary to run a shopping app, including sensitive or personally identifiable information.
Your phone’s secret network activity: 10 times worse than DNS logs reveal | Cybernews
Many data brokers may use that data for behavior profiling, analytics, and advertising, and it may also be sold to third parties. Commercial spyware, such as Pegasus, used to track journalists, political dissidents, and others, could be delivered via ad networks or other legitimate infrastructure your apps rely on.
Why are cyberattacks increasingly targeting health care?
Why hospitals? It’s likely because of the massive databases of sensitive personal information they operate, and the importance of daily operations running smoothly.
Ransomware attacks targeting hospitals, putting lives at risk
Cyberattacks have played havoc with the bottom lines of companies all over the world. They’re also starting to kill people.
11 Must-Do Security Steps Before Heading Out on Your Next Vacation – CNET
Your vacation is coming up, and you already have a hundred things to do. Good news — today’s smart devices and home security make it easier than ever to prep your home for a trip and check on it while you’re away. Video doorbells can watch for packages, home security cameras can send alerts about human figures, even smart lights can help out, all without relying on neighbors you may not know well.
VPNs Aren’t Bulletproof: 7 Common Misunderstandings About VPN Security
First, both the website and your ISP probably know that you’re using a VPN, and they also know the time and session length of your visit. Second, your actual activity on those sites can easily reveal your identity, since there are cookies on your local system, and if you log in to any accounts then obviously the target site knows who you are.
Teen robotics enthusiasts make world’s smallest, cheapest network switch
A great example of students using innovation to meet a real-world need. https://interestingengineering.com/innovation/worlds-smallest-cheapest-network-switch
The Future is Bright: Exploring Careers in Information Technology Introduction
In today’s digital age, the demand for skilled professionals in the field of Information Technology (IT) is higher than ever. From cybersecurity to data analysis, there are a wide range of exciting and lucrative career opportunities available for those with a passion for technology. In this blog post, we will explore the various career paths within the IT industry and provide insights into how you can kickstart your career in this fast-paced and dynamic field.
12 hottest IT security certs for higher pay today | CSO Online
IT professionals looking for faster career advancement, better roles and opportunities, and greater negotiating power would be wise to consider adding one of the following certs to their resume.